Education
2 months ago
Lynden School District votes to add measure on the November ballot to fund new high school

If passed, the bond would provide money to build a new high school and performing arts center, while also funding gym and athletic complex renovations.

Elections
2 months ago
New tenant protections initiative on ballot for Bellingham voters this November

The initiative would also prohibit landlords from requiring tenants sign a nondisclosure agreement relating to their lease agreement.

Elections
2 months ago
Voters will decide whether to de-annex hundreds of acres in eastern Blaine

The de-annexation proposal will need a 60% supermajority in order to pass this November. 

Government
2 months ago
Port of Bellingham seeks community feedback on potential commissioner expansion

Each committee’s statement and rebuttal will appear on the local voters’ pamphlet ahead of the Nov. 4 general election.

Elections
2 months ago
August special election puts levies and public office candidates to a vote

The ballot includes two levies and primary elections for eight different offices.

Elections
3 months ago
Green Jobs PAC fined thousands of dollars for not disclosing campaign spending in 2024 election

The PAC admitted to multiple violations of state disclosure laws, including filing key reports up to two months late.

Elections
3 months ago
Whatcom County Council seeks feedback on 12 proposed amendments for November general election

Anyone interested in writing a pro or con statement for the amendments must apply by July 14.

Government
4 months ago
Washington State Republican Party joins effort to end vote-by-mail system

One representative believes that the passage of the initiative will restore trust and integrity to Washington elections.

Elections
4 months ago
Final chance to declare candidacy for local office is this week

The open seats will be listed on the general election ballot in November.