According to Ski to Sea, the race sold out by mid-February and early registration is encouraged.
In effort to ease the financial burden to families, the city has expanded eligibility for rate reductions.
The National Weather Service is currently forecasting dry weather at Mt. Baker until New Year’s Day with wet winter weather bringing more snow to the slopes this weekend.
29-year-old Rahmanullah Lakanwal faces five charges, including first-degree murder.
As a reminder, setting off fireworks within Bellingham city limits is illegal.
Bob Ferguson also announced his support for a millionaires’ tax.
The Whatcom County Council will consider distributing some money collected through the Healthy Children’s Fund to families with young children.
The ski area is reporting 99 inches of snow at the top of Pan Dome.
RDS and Republic, both based in Ferndale, will continue to accept any flood-damaged materials.
Outdoor burning is also prohibited during a Stage 1 ban.