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Dirty Dozen tax scams for 2026: IRS reminds taxpayers to watch out for dangerous threats

March 5, 2026

The Internal Revenue Service today announced its annual Dirty Dozen list of tax scams for 2026 that threaten the tax and financial information of taxpayers, businesses, and tax professionals. The Dirty Dozen is part of a broader campaign conducted through the Security Summit, a partnership among the IRS, state tax agencies, and the nation’s tax […]

O’Reilly will pay $5.6M for widespread denial of pregnancy and nursing accommodations to Washington workers

March 5, 2026

Women across Washington who alleged discrimination and retaliation related to their pregnancies while working for O’Reilly Auto Parts stores, and the distribution center in Puyallup, will receive compensation under a $5.6 million consent decree between the employer and the State of Washington. After investigating multiple complaints of pregnancy-related discrimination at O’Reilly, the Washington Attorney General’s […]

Measles remains a growing concern in Washington as U.S. surpasses 1,100 cases in 2026

March 5, 2026

The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) has confirmed 26 measles cases across four counties this year, marking an increase from the three cases reported in a single county January 16. The 26 measles cases reported during the first two months of 2026 are already more than double the 12 cases reported statewide in all […]

Taxpayer Bill of Rights: Taxpayers have the right to pay no more than the correct amount of tax

March 5, 2026

It’s filing season, so it’s a good time for the IRS to remind taxpayers they have 10 rights which make up the Taxpayer Bill of Rights. One of which ensures taxpayers have the right to pay only the amount of tax legally due, including interest and penalties, and to have the IRS apply all tax […]

“How many more children?” lawmakers demand fix before session ends

March 4, 2026

Out of options and running out of time, Reps. Travis Couture and Joshua Penner are calling on Democrats to bring an emergency fix to the Keeping Families Together Act to the House floor before session ends. Child fatality reviews continue to document babies and toddlers exposed to fentanyl in homes the state had already investigated, […]

Watch Shelton City Council

March 4, 2026

[VIDEO] Watch the March 3, 2026, Shelton City Council meeting. Council members and City staff met in-person in the Courtroom at the Shelton Civic Center. Video of the meeting is now available on the City’s YouTube Channel. Click here for the meeting’s agenda.

Tax benefits for parents and families

March 3, 2026

Parents and families may be eligible for one or more available tax credits that could reduce their tax bill. Each credit has different eligibility criteria. The first step is ensuring each child has a social security number. To qualify for any of the various credits, the child and taxpayer must have a valid social security […]

Watch Mason County Commission

March 3, 2026

[LIVE VIDEO] Watch the March 3, 2026, Mason County Commission meeting. Commissioners and staff are meeting in-person in the Commission Chambers at 411 N. 5th Street in Shelton (as well as via Zoom video conferencing) beginning at 9 AM. Here is the meeting’s agenda: PDF Loading…

Update: Bicyclist Identified

March 3, 2026

The bicyclist who died Friday after being struck by a truck on Highway 3 has been identified. The Washington State Patrol says Steven D. Thomas, 45 of Grapeview, was pronounces deceased at the scene of Friday’s crash on State Route 3 and Anthony Road. A press memo says Thomas was traveling northbound on the right […]

IRS published schedule taxpayers will use to claim deductions on no tax on tips, no tax on overtime, no tax on car loans, no tax on seniors

March 2, 2026

The Internal Revenue Service published, for tax year 2025, a new schedule that taxpayers will use to realize important tax benefits of the One, Big, Beautiful Bill, including no tax on tips, no tax on overtime, no tax on car loans, and no tax on seniors. Schedule 1-A and its related instructions (included in the […]

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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 […]

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 […]

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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