Jason Upton

Jason Upton is a reporter and afternoon news anchor at KGMI. Feel free to send any story ideas or news tips to jupton@pnwmediagroup.com.

Obituaries
3 months ago
Whatcom County government pioneer, public servant Shirley Van Zanten dies

According to her obituary, Van Zanten was key in preserving public land across the county such as Teddy Bear Cove and Canyon Lake Community Forest.

Government
3 months ago
New potential Bellingham sales tax would help bolster criminal justice services

It comes as Bellingham is currently facing a $10 million budget deficit, which the city says would fall to $6 million if the new tax is approved.

Northwest Sports
3 months ago
Northwest Sports Update: Cal sets HR record for catchers, Seahawks end preseason with loss, the Storms’ buzzer-beater win and more

No catcher has hit more home runs than Cal Raleigh has this season, with still over a month to go.

Local
3 months ago
Main parking lot at Bellingham Airport closed through early September for upgrades

Travelers should keep in mind that parking reservations aren’t available at the airport until the upgrades are finished. 

Health and Wellness
3 months ago
Whatcom County issues warning of radioactive-contaminated shrimp sold in state

The product was sold between July 17 and Aug. 8 under the brand names Sand Bar, Best Yet, Arctic Shores, Great American and First Street.

Education
3 months ago
School districts in Washington look to restrict smart devices in classrooms

The Ferndale School District has been among local leaders in its policy, which only allows high schoolers to use their devices during lunch break unless they’re told otherwise by a teacher.

Northwest Sports
3 months ago
Northwest Sports Update: Mariners back home, Seahawks face final preseason test and more

The Seahawks cap off the preseason at Lambeau Field against Packers tomorrow on KPUG.

Lifestyle
3 months ago
Peoples Bank announces Great Peoples Bank Pig Search

The bank is also hosting a $1,000 giveaway for one lucky person who enters its online contest, whether they find a piggy bank or not.

Local
3 months ago
Washington Department of Ecology seeks feedback on plan to clean up Drayton Harbor

The department is proposing a Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) to set targets for pollution reduction and eventually bring it up to the state’s standard for water quality.

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