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IRS: Act now to file, pay, or request an extension

April 3, 2026
With the April 15 tax deadline fast approaching, the Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers that there is still time to file their federal income tax return electronically and request direct deposit for any refund due. Taxpayers can avoid interest and some penalties by filing their tax return, and if they owe, paying the full amount […]
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Hoodsport Woman Faces Charges after Pursuit

April 3, 2026
A 51-year-old Hoodsport woman faces charges after leading police on a pursuit that started in Mason County and ended in Lewis County. The Washington State Patrol says the woman fed after Mason County Sheriff’s deputies attempted a traffic stop. She entered Thurston County where Thurston County Sheriff’s deputies initiated pursuit. Troopers took over as the […]
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Tamra Ingwaldson to Run for Mason County Auditor

April 3, 2026
Tamra Ingwaldson announced Friday that she is running for Mason County Auditor. A longtime Mason County resident with over 40 years of corporate and nonprofit experience, Ingwaldson currently works with New Horizon Communities, a movement working to end homelessness in Mason, Thurston, and Pierce counties. In a news release, Ingwaldson states, “Mason County is my […]
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Multi-Agency Pursuit Leads to Freeway Closure

April 3, 2026
A vehicle fled from the Mason County Sheriff’s Office after deputies attempted to initiate a traffic stop. The suspect vehicle, a maroon Acura sedan, continued into Thurston County, where the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office initiated a pursuit. The pursuit traveled southbound on Interstate 5 into Lewis County, where Washington State Patrol (WSP) troopers assumed primary […]
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High School Sports Report from 4/2/26

April 3, 2026
Win for SHS Softball; Loss for SHS Baseball; SHS & MMK Track Results. The Shelton fastpitch softball team beat Elma Thursday on the road. The Highclimbers’ Hailey Schuffenhaer hit a three-run home run in the first inning and finished 2 for 4 at the plate. Kaylee Rix was 2 for 3 with an RBI. Emi […]
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Don’t leave a potential refund on the table

April 2, 2026
Not everyone is legally required to file a federal tax return. However, not doing it could be leaving money on the table. People could be missing out on refundable tax credits or an income tax refund. This could apply to someone if they: Have had federal income tax withheld from their pay Made estimated tax […]
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High School Sports Report from 4/1/26

April 2, 2026
Rainouts for Golf, Softball & Baseball Weather Wednesday caused cancellations of some sporting events while other eventss were postponed to another day. Shelton at Centralia girls’ golf was canceled due to weather conditions. The Aberdeen at Shelton fastpitch softball game was canceled. The Shelton at Aberdeen baseball game was moved from Wednesday to Thursday. The […]
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Washington state unemployment rate increased to 5.0% in January

April 1, 2026
Washington’s economy increased by an estimated 2,800 jobs (seasonally adjusted) in January 2026, and the monthly unemployment rate increased slightly to 5.0% from 4.9% in December 2025. The monthly employment report covers two datasets: one documenting shifts in the number of jobs, and another covering shifts in the labor force (e.g., unemployment rate). Continue reading […]
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Fiber Forward: 106 in Union

Expanding Fiber Internet in Union We’re excited to bring the next generation of internet to Union. Hood Canal Communications is upgrading many customers in our original service area from cable modem internet to fiber optics. This initial investment along State Route 106 and surrounding areas will deliver faster, more reliable internet designed for how people […]

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Big Upgrades, Faster Speeds

Hood Canal Communications (HCC) is investing in the future of local connectivity. Starting January 6, 2026, we’ll begin major upgrades to our Hybrid Fiber Coaxial (HFC) network—the technology that powers broadband for many HCC internet customers (cable modem). Why We’re UpgradingYour online life is increasingly two-way video calls, cloud back ups, smart home devices, Telehealth, WFH, and remote […]

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System Maintenance January 29th and 30th

Hood Canal Communications will be performing three different system maintenance and upgrade projects during the early morning hours of Wednesday, January 29, 2025, and Thursday, January 30, 2025. Please see the information below for additional details. We apologize for any inconvenience and customers may call 360.898.2481 any time for assistance. Eldon North to Brinnon 1/29 […]

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