About Windward Free Press
Windward Free Press has covered the Windward side since 2009: county government, schools, small business, and the shoreline we all share. We are independent, reader-supported, and owned by no corporation, developer, or political group.
We believe local news should be written by people who live here, for people who live here.
Our newsroom
Marcus Hale
Twenty years in Pacific journalism. Winner of the 2019 Island Press Association award for community reporting.
Dana Kealoha
Covers transportation, schools, and community events. Joined the Free Press in June 2026.
Engagement desk
Our engagement desk reviews every reader comment before it appears and keeps the conversation civil.
Support our work
Windward Free Press takes no corporate money. Our donation page is coming soon. Until then, the best way to support us is to share our stories with your neighbors.
Corrections
We correct errors promptly. No corrections have been issued to date.