July
Japanese-American Veterans Saluted
Continuing the Administration's commitment to support for Japanese-American veterans, Lt. Governor Aiona opened a ceremony on Maui last week that honored their sacrifices.
Moloka`i Residents Appointed to Serve
Lt. Governor Aiona swore in 21 Moloka`i residents on Tuesday who have been appointed to serve on various boards and commissions in Hawai`i.
Filipino Businesspeople Install New Leaders
Lt. Governor Aiona helped install the new officers and directors for the Filipino Chamber of Commerce on Saturday, recognizing the business group's long history in the state, which roots go back more than a century.
Lt. Governor Marks Fourth of July
Lt. Governor Aiona celebrated our nation's independence with hundreds of community members at a parade in Kailua and fireworks show in Kaua`i.
Maui Celebrates Hawaiian Cowboys
The Lt. Governor and Mrs. Aiona helped highlight a tradition in Maui's upcountry cowboy town on Saturday, participating in the Makawao Paniolo Parade.
New Constitutional Convention Web Site Unveiled
Lt. Governor Aiona recently launched a web site that supports his push to educate voters about convening a convention with publicly-elected delegates to update the Hawai`i State Constitution.
Construction Industry Gets Spark From Kaua`i
Speaking to the Contractors Association of Kaua`i, Lt. Governor Aiona shed new light Friday on the impact of the construction industry on Kaua`i's economy.
Child, Family Services Top Meeting Agenda
Lt. Governor Aiona on Tuesday outlined key steps being taken by the Administration to protect Hawai`i's children and families through improved social services.
Big Island Group Addresses Alcohol, Drug Use
The Lt. Governor Aiona recently discussed the importance of addressing alcohol and drug use among pregnant women in Hawai`i, pointing to the potential threat to the health and development of newborn infants.
Anti-tobacco Campaign Fights for Hawai`i Teens
Lt. Governor Aiona announced Wednesday that the state is making a dedicated effort to address illegal tobacco use and exposure in Hawai`i amid a newly released survey that shows an increase in stores across the state that sell cigarettes to young people under age 18.
World's Largest Group Hug Planned for Soldiers
Lt. Governor Aiona and Major General Robert Lee on Thursday announced plans for a Hawai`i Army National Guard Deployment Ceremony and an attempt to set the Guinness World Record for the largest group hug.
Lt. Governor Talks Con Con in East Honolulu
Lt. Governor Aiona has begun a series of speaking engagements focused on discussing with groups such as the Rotary Club of East Honolulu the value of holding a convention to update the State Constitution.
State Puts Out Welcome Mat for New Tech Firm
Lt. Governor Aiona recently hosted a State Capitol meeting with the chief executive of a clean energy firm that has developed new solar power technology for use in Hawai`i.
State Tests Four-Day Work Week
Lt. Governor Aiona announced last week at a news conference that the state has embarked on a three-month experiment to switch its employees to a four-day work week in order to save money, energy and resources.
'Conservation Week' Marked in Hawai`i
Lt. Governor Aiona recently opened a conference on conservation by offering examples of the Administration's efforts to take more steps to enforce Hawai`i laws that protect land, resources and the environment.
