Columbus Day was a day for play yesterday at Kapiolani Beach Park.
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State surplus growing
Forget about the budget blues. Hawaii is in the money. After years of cutbacks and spending restrictions, the state's economy is soaring, and Gov. Linda Lingle is ready to spend more -- and cut taxes.

FEATURES  » Dog’s best friend
"Dog Whisperer" Cesar Millan reassures owners as he rehabilitates their canines. Millan will be conducting a seminar Saturday at the Hawaii Convention Center.
SPORTS  » Warriors hurting in more ways than 1
Injuries are taking their toll on, and a porous defense is giving up 415.2 yards per game.
BUSINESS  » Kauai median price hits $750,000
The pace of home sales and prices on Kauai showed no sign of an after-summer slowdown and stayed hot into fall. But one analyst says the numbers are skewed by a lack of homes for sale on the lower end of the market.
EDITORIAL  » Bring capture of tropical fish under control
Marine biologists say a decrease in ornamental fish is causing algae to suffocate coral reefs.
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