For many, Hawai‘i conjures visions of paradise — but for local journalists, it’s become a harder place to report from. Shrinking ad dollars, vanishing newsrooms and the high cost of living have left communities like Maui increasingly underserved. In response, a group of veteran journalists and media leaders launched the Hawai‘i Journalism Initiative to bring back in-depth, local reporting where it’s needed most. With strong partnerships and deep community roots, HJI is already making waves across Maui County — one story at a time.

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