Good morning, this is your Bellingham Local Frequency for Saturday, January 10, 2026. Around town, folks are waking up to a mostly dry morning before a new weather system moves in this afternoon, bringing steady rain and some breezy southeast winds. Emergency management says there are no active watches or warnings for Whatcom County on land, but boaters should know there is a small craft advisory on the inland waters through tomorrow afternoon, with choppy conditions on the bay and around Lummi and the islands. On the bright side, forecasters expect a stretch of drier, milder weather to settle in after Tuesday, so this wet weekend may pay off with a clearer week ahead. In city news, Bellingham police and fire crews are still looking into a large fire at a homeless encampment off the Guide Meridian near the dead end of Tull Road. Flames were reported around 9:15 Thursday night and reached about ten feet high before firefighters got them under control. Officers also found a handwritten sign at the site with a threatening message aimed at people who “tell on” others in the encampment. Investigators say the cause of the fire and the meaning behind that warning are still unknown, and there’s no word yet on injuries. If you are looking for things to do today, Bellingham’s got plenty. Cyclocross riders are taking over Cornwall Park for the Cascade Cross series from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., so expect mud, cowbells, and lots of cheering along the course. If your idea of a workout is more about kicks and combos, West Coast Fight Club on Stuart Road is hosting Muay Thai kickboxing workshops late this morning, welcoming folks who want to sharpen their skills and get moving. For arts and entertainment, the SPARK Museum is lighting up downtown with its MegaZapper Electrical Show, promising live, high voltage demonstrations that are much more Tesla coil than textbook. Over at New Prospect Theatre on Prospect Street, you can wind down tonight with an evening of music: Forrest Van Tuyl with Shadow Basket takes the stage from 7:30 to 9:30. As the sun goes down, choices only multiply. Zuanich Point Park is home to a Sunset Silent Disco, where dancers throw on wireless headphones and move to their own mix while the harbor lights up. Bar Two Eleven hosts North Sound Soul with Brushpopper, doors at 7 and music starting at 8, blending local sounds with a classic downtown bar vibe. And if you need a laugh to cap the night, The Upfront Theatre’s Saturday Night High improv show kicks off at 9:30, keeping Bellingham’s comedy scene lively and weird in the best way. For those looking to connect with community in a quieter way this afternoon, the Bellingham Queer Collective is partnering with Wild Whatcom for a Queer New Year winter walk from 1 to 3 p.m., inviting queer adults to share a lakefront stroll, conversation, and some fresh air to start the year grounded and together. On the civic side, Whatcom County’s Emergency Management team is running a Disaster Assistance Center today at Nooksack Valley Middle School from 10 to 5, helping residents still navigating impacts from recent storms and flooding with information, resources, and recovery support. Religiously inclined listeners might note that Congregation Beth Israel is holding its regular Torah study this morning, with Shabbat wrapping up at Havdalah around 5:35 p.m., part of the quiet spiritual rhythm that threads through our busy town. Looking ahead, Western Washington University’s basketball teams are on the road today, and Mount Baker Theatre is gearing up for big touring shows in the coming week, including the Tina Turner musical on Tuesday. Downtown, many businesses are still riding the creative buzz from last night’s shifted First Friday art and music events, so coffee shops and breweries should be extra lively this weekend. Transportation wise, regional roads are mostly open, but with more rain on the way, drivers in low-lying and rural areas should watch for ponding, slush, and slick spots, especially overnight. County officials say they are monitoring conditions but do not anticipate major new closures today. Before we wrap up, a reminder that Whatcom County is technically still under a statewide drought emergency, even as conditions have improved, so those winter rains you see out the window are still doing some quiet work for our rivers, farms, and salmon. That is your snapshot of Bellingham today: a little wet, a little weird, and very alive, from high voltage science and improv comedy to community walks and muddy bike races. This has been Bellingham Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
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