September

Expo Promotes Health for Hawai`i's Kupuna

Governor Lingle helped open the annual Hawai`i Seniors Fair – The Good Life Expo, which featured various state departments and agencies that provided important information to help Hawai`i's seniors and their families lead long and healthy lives.

Economy is Top Priority

Maintaining her Administration's focus on bolstering Hawai`i's economy, Governor Lingle outlined her five-point plan for immediate steps to improve Hawai`i's current economic conditions while transforming the state's economy through strategic long-term initiatives.

Advancing Women in the Workplace

Acknowledging the critical role of accounting and finance professionals across all sectors, Governor Lingle joined the American Society of Women Accountants (ASWA) in celebrating its 50th anniversary.

Registration Closes on Sunday!

Don't miss the inspiring stories of sixteen internationally-recognized women leaders. Register by midnight on Sept. 21 to attend the fifth annual International Women's Leadership Conference and gain a new global perspective. Limited seating is available, so reserve your place TODAY!

Honoring Hawai`i's Restaurateurs

Governor Lingle's commitment to strengthening Hawai`i's economy resonated with the Hawai`i Restaurant Association, an organization that leads the industry and has a tremendous impact on the state's public policies, culture and way of life.

Governor Addresses Economy

In her keynote remarks during the Teo Chew Chamber of Commerce's annual installation dinner, Governor Lingle outlined her Administration's work to increase Hawai`i's global profile while also bolstering the state's economy.

Federal Energy Grant Advances State's Efforts

Recognizing the Lingle-Aiona Administration's efforts to increase Hawai`i's energy independence, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) awarded the State of Hawai`i a $500,000 grant that will be combined with $900,000 in private funds.

Leadership Conference Set to Inspire

There is still time to register for the fifth annual International Women's Leadership Conference! Hosted by Governor Lingle on Wednesday, September 24 at the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel and Resort, the conference will offer guests a unique opportunity to be inspired by female leaders from across the United States and around the world.

Service Patrols to Reduce Traffic

As part of the Lingle-Aiona Administration's ongoing work to reduce congestion on the state's freeways, the Department of Transportation (DOT) will begin a pilot demonstration of the Freeway Service Patrol program.

Growth in Income, Decrease in Poverty

A recently released Census Bureau report highlights the success of innovative programs implemented by the Lingle-Aiona Administration to help needy individuals and families.