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Friday, January 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dolly Parton donated $50,000 to the Bellingham Corps Salvation Army's Hope Market to help feed 4,750 people facing food insecurity in Whatcom County. KAFE
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Bellingham has seen 29 DUI arrests in the first 22 days of 2025, outpacing the number of days in the year, alongside 20 drug-related arrests. KISM
- ➤ A man in Bellingham was arrested after attempting to sell a stolen electric bike online, which was identified and recovered thanks to a community member and police collaboration. KAFE
- ➤ A man was arrested in Bellingham for making a false bomb threat to divert police from his drug dealer's location, resulting in a major police response but no findings at Bellis Fair Mall. KAFE
- ➤ A man was arrested for making a false bomb threat at Bellis Fair Mall in Bellingham to distract police from his drug dealer. KISM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lummi Island ferry fare rates will be temporarily reduced to May 2024 levels due to a court ruling favoring a resident's lawsuit against a miscalculated rate increase. KISM
- ➤ Whatcom County Sheriff Donnell 'Tank' Tanksley clarifies that under the Keep Washington Working Act, his office will not pursue charges based solely on immigration status, aligning with state law over federal immigration executive orders. My Bellingham Now
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Whatcom County predicts clear and cold weather, promising excellent skiing conditions at Mount Baker and engaging community events like trivia for orca conservation and the Bellingham Folk Festival, alongside art showcases and a Jazz brunch. My Bellingham Now
SPORTS NEWS
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Robbie Burns Night Dinner
Raise a glass to Scotland's bard at Hotel Leo's Robbie Burns Night Dinner on January 25, 2025! Enjoy a Scottish feast of traditional favorites for $55/person paired with live music, Scottish Country Dancing, and the Address to a Haggis—don’t miss this memorable evening!
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Robbie Burns Night Dinner
Raise a glass to Scotland's bard at Hotel Leo's Robbie Burns Night Dinner on January 25, 2025! Enjoy a Scottish feast of traditional favorites for $55/person paired with live music, Scottish Country Dancing, and the Address to a Haggis—don’t miss this memorable evening!
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Women In The Solution - Substance Abuse Support Group
This is a weekly closed meeting for women seeking support in overcoming alcohol addiction, offering babysitting services and accessibility options.
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Introduction to Vector Graphics with Inkscape
This workshop teaches participants how to use Inkscape for creating vector graphics suitable for various applications, including laser and vinyl cutting.
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The Dance Studio Winter Showcase at Mount Baker Theatre
The Dance Studio will present its Winter Showcase featuring performances at Mount Baker Theatre in Bellingham, Washington.
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Birchwood Garden Club: February Meeting on Gardening Fitness
The Birchwood Garden Club will host a meeting featuring speaker Eric Short-Miller, who will discuss how to prepare physically for the upcoming gardening season.
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The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center: Spanish Journey
This event features a musical exploration of Spain through piano trios and guitar, crafted by violinist Kristin Lee, in collaboration with Emerald City Music.
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John Egbert: Bearings Book Reading
Naturalist and humanist John Egbert will discuss his new book, Bearings, exploring themes of family, nature, and personal reflection through stories and poems.
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Introduction to Vector Graphics Using Inkscape
This workshop teaches participants how to use Inkscape, a free vector graphics software, to create and edit vector graphic files for applications like laser and vinyl cutting.
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Kirsten Sundberg Lunstrum Launches 'Elita' with Authors Becky Mandelbaum and Jessica Gigot
Kirsten Sundberg Lunstrum, a recipient of the Flannery O'Connor Award, will discuss her debut novel 'Elita', featuring local authors Becky Mandelbaum and Jessica Gigot, who will contribute to an evening centered around mystery and storytelling.
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Lyle Lovett Live Performance
Lyle Lovett, a multifaceted musician known for his storytelling and fusion of American music styles, will perform live at the Mount Baker Theatre.
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