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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 […]

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 […]

The Wise Drive: Half the Road, Full Stop: Understanding Pedestrian Right-of-Way

April 3, 2026

Q: How long do you have to wait after a pedestrian in a crosswalk passes your car before you can go? And if a pedestrian is coming from the other side of the street, do you have to wait for them, or can you go before they get to your lane? A: When I was […]

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 […]

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 […]

MacEwen, Griffey, Couture keep Highway 3 project moving, secure key 35th District wins

April 2, 2026

Sen. Drew MacEwen, Rep. Dan Griffey, and Rep. Travis Couture say the supplemental capital and transportation budgets include important investments for the 35th District, led by a major win in keeping the Highway 3 Freight Corridor project on track. The lawmakers said protecting the Highway 3 project was a top priority this year after the […]

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 […]

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 […]

Filing tips and updates for gig economy workers

April 1, 2026

Gig economy workers can reduce their tax bill and keep more of their income, because of provisions in the One, Big, Beautiful Bill. What is gig economy?The gig economy is an activity where people earn income for on-demand work, services or goods. Often, it’s through a digital platform like an app or website. Some examples […]

Mason County, First in State to Offer Frozen Deed to Help Protect Property Owners from Deed Fraud

April 1, 2026

Mason County Auditor’s Office has partnered with Identifid to offer Frozen Deed, a first-of-its-kind service that allows property owners to place a biometric-verified hold on their deed records, helping block unauthorized transfers before they can be recorded. Mason County is the first in Washington state to offer the service. Deed fraud is a growing concern […]

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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 […]

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