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The ruling still keeps a ban on short-term rentals in effect.
Recreational crabbing returns to the waters around the San Juan Islands, Bellingham Bay and Strait of Georgia starting Oct. 1.
Kementari’s opened to fill the niche for exotic pets in Whatcom County four years ago. Owner Ed Curtis keeps a booming business with the creepy crawlies he and others keep as beloved household pets.
The city’s rate is set to two dollars above the state’s, which just announced an increase.
Recent wet weather has helped increase fuel moisture levels on the ground.
The closure includes Chuckanut Bay and all of Larrabee State Park.
The decision is still pending final approval from the school board.
More than 5,100 people reported feeling the Tuesday afternoon quake.
The ordinance takes effect in November.
Possession and use of the stimulant is still allowed.