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  • Bellingham Local Frequency: Roads Reopen, Community Thrives, March 26

    Bellingham Local Frequency: Roads Reopen, Community Thrives, March 26
    2026/03/26
    Good morning, this is your Bellingham Local Frequency for Thursday, March 26.

    Rise and shine, Bellingham! After a week of headaches from Nooksack River flooding, Whatcom County Public Works has good news: Marine Drive reopened this morning east of Lummi Shore Drive, getting commuters and folks heading to Ferndale back on track just in time for drier days ahead. That means smoother rides to work or weekend errands, easing the strain on everyone dodging detours. Meanwhile, the highway at Diablo Lake stays closed from a massive rockslide, so plan alternate routes if youre heading east.

    Shifting to city business, the Whatcom County Council hit pause on a hot-button proposal Tuesday, voting 6-1 to delay deciding on a new one-tenth of one percent sales tax for criminal justice needs. That dime per hundred bucks could bring in 7 million bucks a year to cover rising jail and court costs, with Bellingham and Lynden already on board alongside Skagit County. Public hearings stay open till April 7 or 14, so your voice could tip the scales on how we fund safer streets.

    On a brighter note, sports fans, grab your gear: local baseball and golf teams kick off home openers today, while the softball squad just crushed a big win over Bellingham rivals. Perfect weather to cheer them on and feel that community spirit. And if youre pondering our green spaces, dive into the heartfelt stories behind city park names, from generous donors to cherished memories that shaped these hiking trails and neighborhood spots we all love.

    Todays packed with family fun to shake off the winter blues. Kick off at 9 with Preschool Open Gym, then hit the Whatcom Museums FIG Artists Corner or Studio from 10 till 4:30 for creative vibes. The Marine Life Center opens free at 10, Tiny Tots Playgroup runs till 11:30, and storytime at FIG wraps by 11. Afternoon brings Whatcom Family Village Stories and Songs at 1:30, Think and Tinker Thursdays till 4, Pokemon Club free at the Central Library from 3 to 4, and evening Pajama Storytime at 5:15. Swimmers, Arne Hanna Aquatic Center has preschool and family sessions all day, plus YMCA pools buzzing. Bowlers, Park Bowl stays open late, or try Mt. Baker Lanes in Ferndale. Craft fans, join the Greeting Cards Meetup organizing the craft room at 10.

    Beer lovers, head to Chuckanut Brewerys South Nut Tap Room at 4 for the official tapping of Skagit Tulip Ale, with brewers from Chuckanut and Terramar ready to chat and pour. Cap your night with live tunes as Nimino rocks the Wild Buffalo at 9, doors at 8.

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  • Bellingham Wednesday: I-5 Mudslide Detours, Downtown Safety Fences, Family Fun Guide

    Bellingham Wednesday: I-5 Mudslide Detours, Downtown Safety Fences, Family Fun Guide
    2026/03/25
    Good morning, this is your Bellingham Local Frequency for Wednesday, March 25.

    Start your day with a heads up on those traffic headaches hitting our roads hard. A massive mudslide dumped thousands of cubic yards of debris on northbound I-5 between North Lake Samish and Old Fairhaven Parkway, shutting down all lanes since Thursday. No reopening timeline yet, but WSDOT crews are racing around the clock to clear it and stabilize the hill. That means detours flooding Samish Way, backing up Bill McDonald Parkway, and even ripple delays on other local spots. Mayor Kim Lund is asking for patience, noting our streets just cant handle 50,000 extra cars daily, especially semis—those big rigs should head for Cook Road to Highway 9 instead. Whatcom County Sheriffs are boosting patrols on detours to curb speeding, so drive safe and smart out there; it keeps us all moving.

    Downtown, the city council just greenlit a bold move against crime with alleyway closures. In a unanimous 6-0 vote Monday, they okayed fences on key spots requested by police chief, targeting open-air drug dealing thats plagued the area for years. Mayor Lund stresses its not about unhoused folks or addicts but shutting down the epicenter of illicit sales where newcomers first try harmful stuff. Council Chair Holly Huthman calls it a temporary Band-Aid experiment with modest gains, backed by Seattles similar policy. Violators face up to $1,000 fines or 90 days in jail, so respect the barriers as crews install them—this could make our core safer for everyone strolling or shopping.

    For fun today, families have a playground of options. Kick off at the Whatcom Museum's Artists Corner from 10am to 4:30pm, diving into Oakland artist David Huffmans basketball-inspired abstracts—think bold colors and shapes in the Family Interactive Gallery, perfect for kids layering textures like a slam dunk. Public ice skating rolls at Bellingham Sportsplex till 11:45am, or hit Sportsplex Play Day from 10am. Storytimes abound: Little ones at Bellis Fair Library branches all morning, Deming and South Whatcom at 10:30am, even preschool tales at the mall at noon. Swimmers, Arne Hanna Aquatic Center has preschool sessions mornings and family time at 1:30pm. Builders Club crafts from 3pm at Fairhaven Library, and Spanish stories and songs at 4pm downtown. Bowling at Mt. Baker Lanes or Park Bowl anytime, plus Open Track Night evening. WWU sports fans, mens basketball Elite Eight action today in Pittsburgh.

    Poets, entries for the 21st Sue C. Boynton contest close end of month—submit to see your words on library placards and buses come May.

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  • Bellingham Local Frequency: Spring Art Scene and Live Music This Week

    Bellingham Local Frequency: Spring Art Scene and Live Music This Week
    2026/03/23
    Good morning, this is your Bellingham Local Frequency for Monday, March 23rd, 2026.

    We're starting this week with some great opportunities to get out and support local artists. If you're looking for something to do today, the Whatcom Community College Library is hosting "By the Books," a student art show featuring original work from visual arts classes. It's free to visit and open during regular library hours at the WCC Library on West Kellogg Road. This is a wonderful chance to see what our local students are creating and get inspired by fresh artistic perspectives right here in our community.

    Speaking of the art scene, there's some exciting momentum happening on the skateboard art front. Local artist Kelly Sorbel recently put out a call for submissions to a skateboard deck art show, and it's part of a broader movement bringing skateboard culture from gallery walls into shop windows around Bellingham. It's a creative way artists are reimagining where and how art can be displayed and experienced.

    For those looking for evening entertainment, Amendment 21 continues its weekly Sunday night performance series at Hotel Leo in downtown Bellingham, with shows running every Sunday from six to nine in the evening. It's become a regular gathering spot for folks looking to enjoy some live music and community connection right in the heart of downtown.

    If you're planning your week ahead, there's plenty happening at our local venues. The Mount Baker Theatre has several shows coming up, and El Capitan's continues to host regular events including their popular Just Dance night on Mondays.

    We should also mention that folks in Kittitas County were under a flood warning this past weekend, though that warning expired this morning. It's a good reminder to stay weather aware as we head into the spring season and conditions continue to shift.

    Whether you're an art enthusiast, music lover, or just looking for ways to stay connected to what's happening in Bellingham, there's plenty to explore. Get out and support our local businesses, artists, and venues. They make our community special.

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  • Bellingham Sunday: I-5 Closed, Family Fun Awaits, Vampire Theatre Tonight

    Bellingham Sunday: I-5 Closed, Family Fun Awaits, Vampire Theatre Tonight
    2026/03/22
    Good morning, this is your Bellingham Local Frequency for Sunday, March 22.

    Start your day with a heads up on the roads, folks. Northbound Interstate 5 south of town remains closed after massive landslides dumped thousands of cubic yards of boulders, trees, and debris across the lanes near mileposts 248 and 249. Emergency crews kicked off work yesterday to stabilize the slope and clear the mess, with geotechnical engineers on site crafting a solid plan. Northbound traffic is diverted at North Lake Samish Drive exit 246, but its not ideal for big rigs, so truckers and anyone heading north should hop on Valley Highway or Chuckanut Drive instead. This could snarl commutes and deliveries for days, so plan ahead to keep our community moving smoothly.[1][3][5]

    Shifting gears to sunnier spots, its a perfect Sunday to dive into family fun. The Whatcom Family YMCA has their large and small pools open from 6am to 845pm for laps or playtime with the kids. Head to the Marine Life Center in Bellingham, free and running from 10am to 4pm, where you can get up close with local sea creatures and spark some ocean curiosity. Bowling enthusiasts, Mt. Baker Lanes in Ferndale is ready from 9am to 9pm, and Park Bowl right here in Bellingham rolls from noon till 10pm. Over in Lynden, catch open skate at Skateway from 130pm to 4pm if youre craving some wheel time.[2]

    Art lovers, dont miss the Whatcom Museums Artists Corner in the Family Interactive Gallery at Lightcatcher from noon to 430pm. Todays feature is Oakland artist David Huffman, whose bold basketball-inspired paintings explore identity and culture. Kids can layer colors, shapes, and textures in the FIG Studio to craft their own vibrant masterpieces, all included with admission and free for members. Its hands-on inspiration that connects global art to our creative community.[4]

    For evening thrills, Unsubdued Theatre Collective wraps up Love Sucks: A Vampire Valentines Day Revue at 7pm at Wink Wink on Commercial Street. This biting collection of ten original short plays dives into love, death, and supernatural twists with local talent, tickets just fifteen bucks. Meanwhile, the Spark Museums MegaZapper demo zaps at 230pm, electrifying young minds with inventions history.[2][7]

    Catch services or gatherings at spots like Cornwall Church too. Confirm details as weather or changes might pop up. Stay safe out there, Bellingham.

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  • Bellingham Saturday: Road Closures and Family Fun Await

    Bellingham Saturday: Road Closures and Family Fun Await
    2026/03/21
    Good morning, this is your Bellingham Local Frequency for Saturday, March 21.

    Folks, if youre planning to hit the road today, brace yourself for some serious detours. A massive landslide slammed northbound I-5 just south of town near North Lake Samish Drive late Thursday, dumping thousands of cubic yards of debris, fallen trees, and even a bus-sized boulder thats still teetering unstably after tumbling 60 to 80 feet. Crews from WSDOT and geotechnical engineers are assessing the slope this morning, but expect the closure to drag on, keeping all northbound lanes shut between North Lake Samish and Old Fairhaven Parkway. That means traffic diverting at exit 246, with State Route 9 or 11 as alternates, though skip those for big rigs since local roads arent built for freight. And with rising waters from recent rains, Hannegan Road is closed between Lynden and Polinder, floodgates are shut at Slater, Ferndale, and Marine Drive, so if you spot a Water Over Roadway sign, slow down and find another way. Safety first, Bellingham these soggy conditions are turning our roads into adventure courses nobody signed up for.

    Shifting gears to brighter news, its a packed Saturday for families. The Whatcom Museums Family Interactive Gallery is buzzing from 10am to 430pm with Pitch Pals in the FIG Studio, where kids craft kickin soccer player finger puppets for World Puppetry Day, plus Artists Corner inspired by Oakland artist David Huffmans bold basketball-themed abstracts think layering wild colors and textures to capture court energy after checking out his Basketball Pyramid exhibit. Swing by the Bellingham Farmers Markets Winter Market from 10am to 3pm for fresh local goodies, all free. The Marine Life Center opens daily from 10am, free entry to spark ocean curiosity. Little ones can join Wild Things nature play with Wild Whatcom at 930am, drop-in play at Families Across Cultures till 1130am, or storytimes like All About Space at Deming Library at 1030am, Island Storytime on Lummi at 1030am, Lynden at Village Books at 11am, or Cuentos y Cantos at Bellis Fair Library at 1105am. Teens and tweens hit Gabriels Art Kids open house from 11am to 1pm, MegaZapper electricity fun at Spark Museum at 230pm, open gym in Blaine-Birch Bay from 1pm to 3pm, or skating at Lynden Skateway afternoons and evenings. Bowling alleys like Mt Baker in Ferndale and Park Bowl here are open all day.

    Music lovers, catch Tune-Yards live at The Wild Buffalo tonight at 7pm for their signature indie vibes. After last nights What The Dance groove at The Shakedown, our scene stays electric.

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  • Rainy Thursday in Bellingham: Puppets, Flood Watch, and Waterfront Stories

    Rainy Thursday in Bellingham: Puppets, Flood Watch, and Waterfront Stories
    2026/03/19
    Good morning, this is your Bellingham Local Frequency for Thursday, March 19.

    Start your day right with some hands-on family fun at the Whatcom Museums Lightcatcher Building, where the FIG Studio is buzzing from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Kids can craft kickin soccer player finger puppets to celebrate World Puppetry Day coming up on the 21st, sparking creativity in this self-guided play space that turns young imaginations into real innovations, perfect for rainy mornings like todays.[4][6]

    Speaking of weather, our friends at Whatcom County Emergency Management report steady rain through the day with southeast winds gusting 20 to 30 miles per hour, leading to water ponding on roads especially this morning. A flood watch is on for the Nooksack River through Saturday evening, with Ferndale nearing minor flood stage and chances low but worth watching if youre near low-lying areas. Boaters note the small craft advisory for northern inland waters until late today, and an avalanche warning wraps up this evening for the west slopes of the Cascades. Stay alert, sign up for WhatcomReady alerts, and drive carefully those puddles can turn commutes into adventures you dont want.[5]

    If youre out and about, heads up for overnight repairs wrapping up right now on northbound I-5 near Iowa Street, where the right lane and on-ramp were closed from 10 p.m. last night until 4 a.m. today for guardrail fixes expect some lingering delays as traffic shakes out.[3]

    Great news from the waterfront: the Washington State Department of Ecology just completed cleanup of toxic heavy metals from the upland area of the Harris Avenue Shipyard, one of five sites targeted for 2026. This clears the way for safer shores in Bellingham Bay, with in-water work gearing up next year to keep our waters thriving for fishing, boating, and beach days ahead.[7]

    Tonight at 6:30 p.m., dive into local lore at the Community Boating Center with Tide Talk, where historian Kolby LaBree of Bellinghistory and the Good Time Girls shares salty tales of Harris Bays early waterfront life right in todays Fairhaven Historic District. Its by donation, so swing by 555 Harris Avenue for stories that connect our past to the vibrant spots we love now.[1]

    Mark your calendar for tomorrows Queer Run at 6:30 a.m. at Roam Coffee on Washington Street, a welcoming weekly jog for the community to build connections and kick off Fridays with energy.[2]

    Thats your roundup keeping Bellingham beating strong through rain or shine. This has been Bellingham Local Frequency. Well see you tomorrow with more local updates.

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  • Atmospheric River Warning: Stay Safe While Bellingham Celebrates Community This Week

    Atmospheric River Warning: Stay Safe While Bellingham Celebrates Community This Week
    2026/03/18
    Good morning, this is your Bellingham Local Frequency for Wednesday, March 18.

    Start your day with a heads up on the weather thats packing a punch. An atmospheric river is barreling in, bringing heavy rain to our mountains and lowlands, raising flood risks along the Nooksack River, so keep an eye on updates and avoid low-lying areas if youre out and about.[7] Up in the Cascades, an avalanche warning is active due to rain hitting deep storm snow, a reminder to stick to safer paths if youre heading for backcountry adventures.[11] And for Lummi Island ferry riders, Public Works is tweaking operations to protect aging terminal pilings, like shifting nighttime tie-ups and pausing service in high winds over 35 miles per hour to keep everyone safe until full replacements in 2028.[9]

    On a brighter note, families can dive into creativity at the Whatcom Museums Family Interactive Gallery today, where kids craft soccer player finger puppets in the Pitch Pals studio and explore artist David Huffmans Full Court corner, all included with admission and perfect for sparking young imaginations through hands-on play.[10] Poets, dont miss the deadline buzz: the 21st annual Sue C. Boynton Poetry Contest is open through March 31, with about 250 Whatcom folks entering each year, winners celebrated May 28 at the Cruise Terminal and displayed around the library and buses.[2]

    This evening at 630, lace up for El Sueñitos Running Club at 1926 Humboldt Street, a fun way to build community sweat and good vibes with fellow runners.[4] Housing fans, Housing Week kicks off today with the Whatcom Housing Alliance hosting tours of spots like the North Haven Tiny Home Community and workshops on building ADUs or aging in place, tackling real affordability challenges head-on.[6] Meanwhile, east of town in Van Zandt, locals just reopened their historic 1927 schoolhouse as a community hall, breathing new life into gatherings that strengthen neighborhood bonds.[1]

    For weekend plans, check out Grakka Metalworks handcrafted knives that double as art, or savor Erin Bakers iconic breakfast cookies fueling our daily hustle. Tomorrows Special Council meeting on the Justice Project at Northwest Annex dives into community engagement, your chance to weigh in on local justice initiatives.[8] Swap meets and poetry readings keep our creative spirit alive, proving Bellingham thrives on connection amid the rain.

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  • Bellingham Local Frequency: Community, Craft Brews, and St. Patrick's Day Celebrations

    Bellingham Local Frequency: Community, Craft Brews, and St. Patrick's Day Celebrations
    2026/03/16
    Good morning, this is your Bellingham Local Frequency for Monday, March 16.

    Start your week with a heavy heart as we remember two Bellingham adults tragically killed in a crash in Yakima over the weekend, alongside a child from Kelso. Details are still emerging, but this loss hits close to home, reminding us to drive safe on those long hauls south and cherish our loved ones every day.[1]

    Shifting to brighter news, our craft beverage scene is buzzing with fun tonight. Head to Beach Cat Brewing at 1010 C Street for Magic the Gathering at 6:30 p.m., where gamers gather to battle decks and build community over brews. Its a perfect low-key way to unwind after work, connecting folks who share your passion for strategy and local pints.[2] Tomorrows Saint Patricks Day kicks off strong with live Celtic music at Stemma West on Carolina Street, followed by a lively celebration at Stones Throw Brewery from 3 to 8 p.m. on Larrabee Avenue. Expect green vibes, tunes, and tastings that celebrate our vibrant Whatcom County scene, where every sip supports local artisans turning farm-fresh ingredients into liquid gold. Rick Steves himself recently toured here, raving about our farm-to-bottle magic.[2]

    Active minds and bodies have options too. Join Pedaling for PD at the Whatcom Family YMCA this morning from 9:30 to 10:30, a gentle bike session tailored for those with Parkinsons that boosts mobility and spirits while fostering real connections in our supportive community.[4] Minds Alive event today offers stimulating talks and activities to spark curiosity and keep brains sharp.[3]

    Cross-border shoppers, check out the new BorderBug dashboard launched yesterday by a local developer. It pulls real-time wait times from CBSA, CBP, and Whatcom traffic cams, saving you hours at Peace Arch or Lynden crossings so you spend more time shopping and less in line.[7]

    Kids and families, the Marine Life Center is open daily for free hands-on ocean education, and dont miss tomorrows noon St. Patricks Day Parade downtown, parading luck and laughter through our streets.[6]

    Wrap up your day at Village Books with author Liz Hammond-Kaarremaa discussing Coast Salish woolly dogs at 2 p.m. tomorrow, weaving history into heartfelt stories that deepen our ties to indigenous roots right here.[11]

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