Earlier this month Gov. Linda Lingle announced the creation of a 31-member Economic Momentum Commission, which is charged with finding ways to stave off Hawai'i's next economic downturn. The group, which includes leaders from a broad section of Hawai'i, was expected to hold its first meeting this month, however, that date now has been pushed to July 8.

Lingle spokesman Russell Pang said the delay was caused by scheduling conflicts and shouldn't delay a release of a final report in October.

Ad 2 offers free PR campaign to a non-profit

Ad 2 Honolulu, a group of young advertising professionals, is now accepting applications from non-profit organizations for a free one-year public service campaign. Ad 2 has put together free campaigns for non-profits since 1969. The recipients include Hawaii Meals on Wheels, Earthtrust and Big Brothers/Big Sisters.