September

Hawai`i Spotlights Recovery

Lt. Governor Aiona last week announced a month-long focus on gains made by residents seeking treatment for alcohol and drug addiction across Hawai`i.

Alcohol-Free Pregnancies Encouraged

The wife of Lt. Governor Aiona is helping lead an international effort to raise awareness about the danger associated with drinking alcohol during pregnancy.

Lt. Governor Touts Innovation as Economic Solution

Lt. Governor Aiona continued the Administration's call for companies statewide to become more innovative in a speech Wednesday to Hawai`i Business Magazine's top 250 employers.

Lt. Governor Discusses Con Con On Maui

Lt. Governor Aiona spoke last week to the Maui Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce, spotlighting the opportunity for the first time in 30 years to hold a convention to update the Hawai`i State Constitution.

Restaurants Turning Focus to Healthy Food Choices

Lt. Governor Aiona encouraged more than 3,100 restaurants statewide Monday to continue playing a greater role in the health of Hawai`i residents by providing nutrition information to their customers.

Lt. Governor Addresses State Economy on Maui

Lt. Governor Aiona discussed on Wednesday the Administration's plans to bolster the economy and promote the visitor industry on Maui by combining immediate steps with long-range strategies.

New Campaign Targets Underage Drinking

Lt. Governor Aiona last week announced the start of a new effort to help prevent childhood drinking in Hawai`i, where alcohol remains the No. 1 substance abuse issue among youth across the state.

New Emergency Communications System Launched

Accompanied by U.S. Coast Guard officials, Lt. Governor Aiona on Tuesday announced the launch of a new system that will improve inter-island communications during statewide emergencies.

State Distributes Funds to Hospitals for Charity Care

An estimated $13.3 million was reimbursed Monday to 15 hospitals that treated uninsured patients as part of the Lingle-Aiona Administration's ongoing efforts to assist the industry's charity care practices.

Traffic to Ease on Maui

In an address marking the completion of repairs to Haleakala Highway on Maui, Lt. Governor Aiona described the road-widening project as a necessary step to help meet the challenges facing commuters in the months ahead.

Lt. Governor Promotes Cycling in Hawai`i

Lt. Governor Aiona led an estimated 4,000 cyclists in their annual ride through Windward O`ahu to promote cycling as a way to incorporate regular exercise into a busy schedule.

Con Con Discussed at Native Hawaiian Convention

Lt. Governor Aiona addressed the 7th Annual Native Hawaiian Convention, where he explained the importance of becoming informed about the opportunity of Hawai`i citizens to hold their first constitutional convention in three decades.