February
Leading Small Businesses Honored
Lt. Governor Aiona joined Hawai`i Business Magazine last week in recognizing local success stories among small businesses in the state.
States Unite Against Underage Drinking
Lt. Governor Aiona led a roundtable discussion in Washington, D.C. this week to encourage other states to join the U.S. Surgeon General's nationwide call to action to reduce and prevent underage drinking.
Hawai`i Hosts Top Economic Forecasters
Three internationally-renowned investment experts gathered in Honolulu last week to present their views on the U.S. economy and financial markets.
NFL and Lt. Governor Team up for Families
The Lt. Governor spoke to families and visitors in Aloha Stadium last weekend for Pro Bowl `Ohana Day, sponsored by the National Football League on the eve of the popular all-star sporting event.
Lt. Governor Outlines Healthcare Initiatives
At the Hawai`i Orthopedic Association's recent annual meeting at Wai`alae Country Club, Lt. Governor Aiona outlined the Lingle-Aiona Administration's priorities for healthcare in the 2008 Legislative Session.
Community Service Advocates Honored
The Lt. Governor brought more attention to statewide community service efforts to promote safe, healthy and drug free lifestyles in Hawai’i during last weekend’s 2008 Ola Pono Awards.
Chinese New Year Marked in Hawai`i
Continuing his ongoing support of Chinese culture in Hawai`i, Lt. Governor Aiona participated in the 2008 Annual Spring Banquet in Honolulu last week.
Partnership Formed for Digital Television Transition
Lt. Governor Aiona and broadcast media leaders announced on Tuesday a new collaborative effort to prevent households in the state from losing television reception after the federally mandated switch from analog to digital television goes into effect on February 17, 2009.
Professional Soccer Tournament Comes to Hawai`i
The Lt. Governor welcomed a new international soccer tournament to Hawai`i at a news conference to launch the 2008 Pan-Pacific Championship. The inaugural professional competition will be held at Aloha Stadium on Wednesday, Feb. 20 and Saturday, Feb. 23.
Achievement and Diversity in Athletics Honored
At the 61st Annual Banquet of Champions held in Honolulu over the weekend, Lt. Governor Aiona acknowledged the dedication of champion athletes and the importance of women's participation in sports.
Memorial Center for 'Nisei' Soldiers Gets a Boost
On Maui, Lt. Governor Aiona presented a $750,000 grant to American World War II Japanese-American veterans, also known as "Nisei" soldiers, to fund the building of an education center that will memorialize their service to the country for future generations.
225 New Americans Sworn In
The Lt. Governor welcomed 225 new Americans who took the oath of U.S. citizenship on Tuesday at a swearing-in ceremony in the Mission Memorial Auditorium in Honolulu.
Partnerships Emphasized for Safe Neighborhoods
Renewed attention to making Hawai`i neighborhoods safer and healthier brought Lt. Governor Aiona together with rental property owners on Tuesday in Honolulu as part of a statewide training seminar program.
Backyard Jam Sends Drug-Free Message
In the latest event to highlight his sustained efforts to combat substance abuse in Hawai`i, Lt. Governor Aiona gathered with more than 3,000 residents last weekend at Kapiolani Park for the 8th annual Kai Backyard Jam.
Lt. Governor Hosts Congressional Delegation
Lt. Governor Aiona brought together Administration officials, state legislators and a congressional delegation last week at the State Capitol to encourage further collaboration on providing public services to migrants under a compact established by the U.S. Congress.
Administration Welcomes New Military Leadership
Lt. Governor Aiona was on hand to express the Lingle-Aiona Administration's strong ongoing support of the military in Hawai`i during a change of command ceremony for the U.S. Army Pacific.
Arthritis Patients Highlighted
Starting this week, the Lt. Governor and children suffering from arthritis will be featured in a public service announcement to help raise awareness about the impact of arthritis in Hawai`i.
Campaign Against Heart Disease Launched
The Lt. Governor led a walk in downtown Honolulu to raise awareness about heart disease, the leading cause of deaths in Hawai`i, to mark the start of a month-long national campaign organized by the American Heart Association.
Family Strengthening Celebrated on Kaua`i
Lt. Governor Aiona traveled to Kaua`i for the 5th annual Celebrating Kaua`i's Families event to support community involvement and family strengthening activities.
`Aiea High School Student Inspires Community
Lt. Governor Aiona celebrated the honorary graduation of Andrew Sato, a 17-year-old terminally ill student of `Aiea High School. "Andrew is a role model for all of us," Lt. Governor Aiona said.
Lt. Governor Outlines Ties to Greater China
Lt. Governor Aiona delivered the keynote address at the Hong Kong Business Association of Hawai`i's 2008 Installation Banquet on Thursday, when he outlined key steps being taken to bolster Hawai`i's relationship with Hong Kong and Greater China.
Campaign Launches for "Green" Hawai`i
The effort to increase our energy independence and protect our environment is "becoming more urgent," Lt. Governor Aiona told advertising and marketing executives gathered last week for the launch of "Hawai`i Going Green," a new public education and awareness campaign.
Lt. Governor Helps Students Kick Butts
Continuing a statewide focus on improving public health, Lt. Governor Aiona urged a group of Hawai`i youth and adults to learn more about the dangers of tobacco use in the state.
