March

Governor Highlights Initiatives in Kona

Governor Lingle delivered keynote remarks at the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce luncheon in Kailua-Kona and updated members on the Administration's legislative priorities.

Pai`olu Kaiaulu Celebrates Anniversary

This month, the Leeward community and close to 300 residents of the state emergency homeless shelter celebrated the one-year anniversary of the opening of Pai`olu Kaiaulu.

Medical Malpractice Reform is Top Priority

The high cost of medical malpractice insurance in Hawai`i is causing doctors to leave for states with more reasonable laws and this means fewer doctors and specialists available for residents.

"Hats Off" to the Support the Red Cross

Governor Lingle joined government, business and community leaders in kicking off "Hats Off to American Red Cross," an annual fundraising event as part of National Red Cross Month.

Senator Should Focus on Legislative Issues

Senator Donna Kim has held more than 25 hours of hearings over five days as chairperson of the Hydrogen Special Fund Investigative Committee.

Robotics Competition Ramps Up

In advance of the Inaugural 2008 NASA / BAE Systems FIRST in Hawai`i Regional Robotics Competition, which will be held at the University of Hawai`i Stan Sheriff Center from March 27 - 29, Hawai`i teams are participating in regional robotics competitions.

Turtle Bay Community Meeting Held

More than 600 Hawai`i residents gathered at Kahuku High School for a community "talk story" meeting to discuss the Governor's proposal to acquire and preserve the Turtle Bay property for public use.

Strengthening Ties Across Asia-Pacific

As part of her ongoing efforts to strengthen relations between Hawai`i and the Asia-Pacific region, Governor Lingle welcomed Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn of Thailand to Hawai`i.

Hawai`i Innovation Initiative Webpage

Since the Governor unveiled her plan to transform the state's economy away from an over-reliance on land development and toward the utilization of the innovative abilities of people, the Lingle-Aiona Administration has made significant progress in setting a foundation for Hawai`i's dynamic future.