by Sera McKinney | Oct 22, 2026 | Holiday
In 1999, an online discussion forum called MetaFilter launched. In October 2000, a user named Derek Arnold declared a holiday: one day a year, everyone types in all caps. His official reasoning was a straight-faced argument that most of the world writes in scripts... by Sera McKinney | Sep 29, 2026 | Uncategorized
Whether you’re a black-coffee purist or a caramel-latte devotee, there’s a lot more to your morning cup than caffeine. In honor of National Coffee Day, we’re sharing some fun facts to sip on while you enjoy your next brew. Coffee beans are the pits... by Sera McKinney | Sep 25, 2026 | Uncategorized
It’s National Comic Book Day, and it’s a real page-turner! That all started with the newspaper. If you’d like to join in and learn more, here are a few things to help you turn the page In the late 1800s, newspapers were on the rise, so most started to add comic... by Sera McKinney | Sep 15, 2026 | Holiday
Every third Tuesday in September, the tech world pauses to thank the people who keep the lights on, in some cases literally and digitally in most. That’s right, it’s IT Professionals Day, and here at Straight Shot Wireless, we’re taking a minute to... by Sera McKinney | Sep 4, 2026 | Holiday
Every year on the first Monday in September, we pause for a long weekend, fire up the grill, and enjoy the last taste of summer. But behind the cookouts and the day off lies a story that deserves to be remembered, one about ordinary people who believed their work and... by Sera McKinney | Sep 4, 2026 | Holiday
Every year on the first Monday in September, we pause for a long weekend, fire up the grill, and enjoy the last taste of summer. But behind the cookouts and the day off lies a story that deserves to be remembered, one about ordinary people who believed their work and... by Sera McKinney | Aug 26, 2026 | Holiday
This National Dog Day, we wanted to give everyone the chance to meet the dogs that make our days a little brighter. They're not always around the office, but they're part of the SSW family all the same: the ones waiting at home, the walking buddies, the reason for a... by Sera McKinney | Aug 12, 2026 | Holiday
Every August, the sky puts on one of the best free light shows we see. No tickets or special equipment. Just grab your favorite blanket and head to a quiet spot, and let the darkness work its magic. The Perseid meteor shower is returning, and 2026 is expected to... by Sera McKinney | Aug 7, 2026 | Holiday
There’s always that one animal who shifts your entire world the moment they arrive. For me, it was Sally Kitten. I heard her crying at my window one night, and in that instant, I knew she belonged in my life. A year later, she’s a thriving indoor‑outdoor cat.... by Sera McKinney | Aug 3, 2026 | Holiday
It’s August 3rd, so that means it’s National Watermelon Day, and honestly, does summer get any better than this? Whether you’re slicing one up for a backyard BBQ or eating straight over the sink, here are a few fun facts to go with your next bite. It Wasn’t Always...
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