2008 News Conferences
September 23, 2008
Governor Lingle discusses the state economy and budget, her meetings with union leaders and upcoming travel plans.
September 22, 2008
Governor Lingle announces this month’s recipients of the Governor’s Innovation Awards. The awards, which are part of the Lingle-Aiona Administration’s Hawai‘i Innovation Initiative, recognize deserving individuals, companies, nonprofits, organizations and government agencies that are developing innovative ways to improve Hawai‘i and to meet the challenges of the 21st century.
September 12, 2008
Governor Lingle discusses the State's budget, economy, tourism marketing and Hawai`i tourism leadership.
August 29, 2008
Governor Lingle recognizes Bryan Clay, who captured the title of World’s Greatest Athlete by winning the Olympic Gold medal in the decathlon at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
August 27, 2008
As part of the Administration’s efforts to have 70 percent of Hawai‘i’s energy come from clean renewable sources by 2030, Governor Lingle announces the appointment of the state’s first energy facilitator, whose responsibilities will include creating a streamlined permitting process for renewable energy projects. The Governor also announces an effort by the Hawai‘i Public Housing Authority to increase energy efficiency at public housing facilities statewide.
August 25, 2008
Governor Lingle announces this month’s recipients of the Governor’s Innovation Awards. The awards, which are part of the Lingle-Aiona Administration’s Hawai‘i Innovation Initiative, recognize deserving individuals, companies, nonprofits, organizations and government agencies that are developing innovative ways to improve Hawai‘i and to meet the challenges of the 21st century.
July 28, 2008
Governor Lingle answers questions from the media regarding her recent trip focusing on energy independence, HSTA drug testing and 2008 election issues
July 28, 2008
Governor Lingle announces this month’s recipients of the Governor’s Innovation Awards. The awards, which are part of the Lingle-Aiona Administration’s Hawai‘i Innovation Initiative, recognize deserving individuals, companies, nonprofits, organizations and government agencies that are developing innovative ways to improve Hawai‘i and to meet the challenges of the 21st century.
July 22, 2008
News Conference on Energy-focused trip, HSTA Drug Testing, Molokai Water, Economy and Elections.
