Hood Canal Communications: Connecting Communities, Powering Progress

For nearly a century, Hood Canal Communications (HCC) has been rooted in Mason County, growing alongside the communities it serves. What began as a local telephone provider has evolved into a modern telecommunications company, delivering internet with wifi, voice, TV, and business solutions while staying deeply connected to the people and places that define the region.

Today, staying connected means something different from one household to the next. Some customers work remotely, while others stream movies, attend virtual classes, manage businesses, play online games, or simply want to keep in touch with family and friends. HCC’s 2026 campaign, Internet à la Mode, recognizes that internet service is not one-size-fits-all and reflects the company’s commitment to supporting the ways people live and work.

That commitment continues through significant investments in local infrastructure. In 2025, HCC completed the $15.8 million Northern Hood Canal Fiber project, bringing high-speed fiber internet to the Brinnon area. Supported through state and federal broadband funding, the project expanded access to reliable service in a rural area where connectivity has become increasingly important for education, business, healthcare, and everyday life.

The company is also advancing its Fiber Forward: 106 in Union project, a multi-phase effort to upgrade existing systems with Fiber-to-the-Home technology. The initial phase represents a $1.6 million investment and extends fiber service to approximately 400 homes while laying the groundwork for future expansion. In total, the Union fiber rebuild represents a $3.8 million investment completed in partnership with the Rural Utilities Service under the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Another major broadband expansion project is also nearing completion. The $6.6 million initiative will deliver service to eight previously unserved areas of Mason County, helping close connectivity gaps and ensuring that more residents have access to the reliable internet service they need.

While technology remains a central focus, HCC believes its greatest strength is its people. The company continues to invest in employee development and promote talent from within. Recent promotions include Marti Depoe’s advancement to Customer Service Manager and Cara Treadwell’s promotion to Customer Service Supervisor, reflecting a culture that values growth, opportunity, and leadership.

Employees regularly participate in training opportunities and industry events designed to strengthen service and bring new ideas back to Mason County. Team members also serve in national, state, and local organizations related to telecommunications and civic life, helping ensure HCC remains engaged in conversations that shape the future of the industry and the communities it serves.

Beyond its day-to-day operations, Hood Canal Communications remains actively involved throughout the region. The company supports local schools, nonprofit organizations, and community initiatives while encouraging employees to volunteer their time and expertise. Those efforts reflect a longstanding belief that being a local business means investing not only in infrastructure, but also in the people and organizations that make Mason County strong.

As technology continues to evolve, Hood Canal Communications remains focused on the future while honoring the relationships that have shaped the company for generations. Nearly 100 years after its beginnings, HCC continues to invest in the people, places, and connections that help keep Mason County moving forward.

Learn more by visiting their convenient, local offices in Shelton & Union or visit hcc.net.