Farm
12 months ago
First cases of avian flu reported in Washington state

According to Washington State Department of Health, Washington is the sixth state to identify a human infection of avian flu in recent years.

Farm
12 months ago
Whatcom County farm faces second fine in water rights dispute

RAN General Partnership continued to illegally irrigate a property, despite several warnings and a previous fine.

Local
12 months ago
Mabel the cow captured after wandering Bellingham neighborhood for two months

The Humane Society says that they are working to find a permanent place for Mabel to call home in the future.

Farm
1 year ago
KISM Harvest Week: Highlighting the farming community of Northwest Washington

Each year, almost 263 tons of local produce is donated to Whatcom County food banks.

Farm
1 year ago
Suspected northern giant hornet spotted near Port Orchard

The hornets, previously known as murder hornets or Asian giant hornets, were last seen in Whatcom County in 2021.

Farm
1 year ago
Whatcom Humane Society takes over search for loose cow in Bellingham

The furry suspect has been on the run for nearly two months.

Farm
1 year ago
Whatcom Superior Court to hold first water adjudication hearing

The hearing will be live-streamed to prevent overcrowding.

Community Events
1 year ago
Support local at Skagit Farm to Pint Fest

The event will celebrate Skagit Valley’s agricultural heritage and craft beer scene while supporting local farmers and brewers.

Community Events
1 year ago
Whatcom County Farm Tour: A look at farm to table behind the scenes

In celebration of Eat Local Month on Sept. 14 there will be learning activities, products for sale and areas that are open for exploration at 16 different farms throughout the county.

Local
1 year ago
Whatcom County Superior Court announces permanent judge for water adjudication

The decision comes after Gov. Jay Inslee recently appointed a fifth judge to Whatcom Superior Court.