How Internet Access Fuels Small Business Growth in the PNW
A closer look at how small businesses in the Pacific Northwest are leveraging digital tools and reliable internet to innovate, grow, and thrive in an uncertain economy.
Tik Tok, and the Social Media Epidemic
An exploration of TikTok’s rise, its impact on attention and mental health, and how social media platforms use addictive design to influence users’ thoughts, behavior, and decision-making.
How Coffee Shops Can Better Utilize Their “Free Wi-Fi” Model
Walk into almost any coffee shop today, and you’ll find a familiar scene: the gentle hum of conversation, the hiss of the espresso machine, and a row of customers hunched over laptops, sipping lattes as they work, study, or stream. Free Wi-Fi has become a staple of the café experience, almost as expected as the caffeine itself. But it wasn’t always this way.
Spring in the Pacific Northwest
It’s arguable that the best place to be in the Spring and Summer time is the Pacific Northwest. With our beautiful mountain ranges, and the glistening waterfront view of the Puget Sound, it’s hard to beat. With the weather warming up, there is a lot to look forward to in Whatcom and Skagit county. This blog will cover some of our top picks for local events, gatherings, and more!
Holiday Events and Resources in Whatcom and Skagit Counties
This season, why not step outside, connect with your neighbors, and become an active part of that village? From festive gatherings to opportunities to give back, we’re here to share some wonderful ways to immerse yourself in the holiday spirit right here in Whatcom and Skagit County.
The Joy and Importance of Shopping Local for Holiday Gifts
We’re in the thick of the holiday season and the excitement of gift-giving and decorations lights up the air. While it’s tempting to turn to online giants or big-box retailers for holiday shopping, there’s an increasing awareness and importance attached to shopping locally. In this post, we’ll explore why choosing to buy your holiday presents…
Fiber Internet Comes To East Nooksack
We’ve been pulling double duty lately. All for a very good reason. We’re pleased to announce a project we’ve been working on to bring high-speed fiber internet to areas east of Nooksack. In a joint effort with The Port of Bellingham, Whatcom County, and Washington State, PogoZone high-speed fiber internet is now available to over…
Summer Tech Camps for Kids
Summer is right around the corner and parents are starting to think about camps and programs to send their kids to. There’s the standard day camps, sport camps, even drama camps. Did you know more than ever summer tech camps for kids and teens are on the rise? These camps offer all kinds of opportunities for young people to explore their interest in technology and learn new skills.
PogoZone Sponsors Local Music
At PogoZone, we are committed to the communities that support us. In an effort to support local music (and our fellow co-worker), PogoZone supplies a van to The Penny Stinkers and CraigO’s Planet Groove to transport their gear to and from gigs. And this van is a real beaut, if we do say so ourselves.
PogoZone Sponsors 8th Annual Fall Car Showdown
On Saturday, September 24th, 2022 the Skagit County Fairgrounds hosted the 8th Annual Fall Car Showdown. The event was open to all classes of vehicles where they competed against each other for a variety of awards – and bragging rights, of course.