Elections
7 days ago
Political action committee ‘Let’s Go Washington’ proposes two initiatives to state legislature

The Parent’s Bill of Rights and transgender student athletes are the subject of the two initiatives.

Community Events
7 days ago
Tastiest Taco Competition begins this fall in Whatcom County

The third annual competition, hosted by United Way of Whatcom County, is putting eight restaurants head-to-head to see which location has the best taco.

Environmental
7 days ago
Perry Fire continues to burn over 1,500 acres on west side of Ross Lake

The National Parks Service says that a smoke inversion made things difficult above the Perry Fire, especially for aerial water drops and surveillance over the weekend.

Local
7 days ago
Sudden Valley fire station to undergo renovation this fall

South Whatcom Fire Chief Mitch Nolze says that Fire Station 22, better known as the Sudden Valley Station, recently received a building permit from the county.

Local
7 days ago
Mortgage rates drop due to weak job reports in Whatcom County

As of Friday, Sept. 5, mortgage rates are hovering around 6.3%. 

Environmental
7 days ago
Washington Department of Ecology rejects federal draft report that it says diminishes effects of climate change

Ecology says the U.S. Department of Energy’s findings ignore decades of research and are being used to justify rolling back climate rules. 

Lifestyle
1 week ago
New Whatcom Museum exhibit honors Elaine Horn’s broadcasting career in Bellingham

The museum’s newest exhibit celebrates the life and legacy of Elaine Horn through more than 80 photographs that span her three-decade career. 

Government
1 week ago
Washington Department of Health continues to recommend COVID-19 vaccine for state residents

Washington’s Department of Health adds that appointments for COVID vaccines will remain available to any resident who wants them.

Health and Wellness
1 week ago
Heather Meadows Visitor Center closes as air quality worsens in Whatcom County

Throughout Friday, levels have varied between 160 to 175. Any levels above 150 are considered unhealthy for anyone.

Local
1 week ago
Dry conditions continue to fuel Perry Fire in near Ross Lake

Northwest winds could push more polluted air from the fire towards Maple Falls and Everson throughout Friday.