Good morning, Bellingham.

The 2025 Readers Care Fund in Lynden is nearly reaching its $30,000 goal with $29,780 raised from 87 donations as of 11 a.m. Monday Jan.

12; details include 15 donations of $500 or more (one of which was $4,000) and contributions will be accepted through Jan. 16.

On Saturday, Jan. 17 a benefit concert featuring Charlie Partin and local bands will take place at Lincoln Theatre in Mount Vernon – proceeds support Owen's Foundation, which offers scholarships for music lessons and equipment and helps families with medical bills and athletic gear.

The USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service report shows that warm temperatures and low autumn rains resulted in low snowpack across most of Washington, though the northwest region remains normal; officials warn that colder weather and steady precipitation are needed for recovery.

A USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service report shows that warm temperatures and little autumn rain caused lower snowpack in most parts of western Washington outside the highest peaks, while levels in the northwest remain normal.

Officials say colder weather and steady rain are needed soon to boost snowfall.

Emergency repairs will begin soon on Mount Baker Highway after state officials estimated flood damage costs to be between $40 and $50 million; the work is one of 16 projects planned following last month’s flood.

The state estimates flood damage costs between $40 and $50 million, and emergency repair work will begin soon on Mount Baker Highway.

The roadway remains on alternating one-way traffic as crews work to restore drainage and repairs.

Local high school basketball saw Meridian boys edge the Pioneers 64-63 while Nooksack Valley girls beat Meridian 39-22 last night.

More games air tonight with Mount Baker hosting Lynden Christian at 7:15 on KPUG.

Noah Gundersen Live Concert

7-10 p.m. — Wild Buffalo House Of Music — Tickets starting at $95 — Experience an unforgettable evening with Noah Gundersen in Bellingham.

Puzzle Hustle

6-7:30 p.m. — Bloedel Donovan Park — $30/team — Compete in a jigsaw puzzle race for a chance to win prizes.

Community Work Party at Fairhaven Park

10 a.m.-1 p.m. — Fairhaven Park Pavilion — Free — Help improve the Outdoor Classroom and Native Plant Garden while enjoying the outdoors.

Bellingham Symphony Orchestra: Smitten

3-6 PM — Mount Baker Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a delightful musical evening with the Bellingham Symphony Orchestra.

Intro to Laser Cutting Workshop

6-7 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Class fees include materials — Learn to safely operate a powerful laser cutter and create custom acrylic keychains.

Super Bowl 60 Watch Party

3 p.m. — Aslan Depot — Free admission — Enjoy pizza, beer, wings, and the excitement of the Super Bowl.

Josh Rawlings Trio Live Performance

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Firehouse Arts & Events Center — $20 general, $10 students — Experience captivating jazz grooves and soulful classics from Grammy-nominated pianist Josh Rawlings and his trio.

Emily Nemens and Kiik Araki-Kawaguchi: An Evening of Friendship

6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Dive into the heartfelt narrative of friendship and resilience in Emily Nemens' newest novel 'Clutch'.