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Bellingham
Saturday, January 31st, 2026
Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hovander Park in Ferndale reopened Friday, Jan. 30 after closing for over a month because of flooding at the Nooksack River. Parks and Rec said some repair work continues, so visitors should follow posted signage. 1170 KPUG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ WSDOT crews will repair guardrails on I-5 in Bellingham — causing one-lane traffic Monday, Feb. 2 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 3 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Wednesday, Feb. 4 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. 1170 KPUG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Whatcom County health officials warn that measles risk is increasing due to a nearby outbreak after only 86% of kindergarteners were vaccinated—below the 95% target. A free vaccine clinic is scheduled in Bellingham next Tuesday. 1170 KPUG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Sehome boys and girls won local high school rivalry games last night with the boys beating the Bayhawks 65-55 and the girls winning 41-24. Rivalry week continues tomorrow in Lynden as the teams prepare to face off on KPUG. My Bellingham Now
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Bellingham Symphony Orchestra: Smitten
3-6 PM — Mount Baker Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a delightful musical evening with the Bellingham Symphony Orchestra.
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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.
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Super Bowl 60 Watch Party
3 p.m. — Aslan Depot — Free admission — Enjoy pizza, beer, wings, and the excitement of the Super Bowl.
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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.
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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'.
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Valentine's Day Swing Dance
7-11:30 p.m. — 1027 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA — Check event site for cost — Celebrate Valentine's Day with live jazz music, dance performances, and a beginner swing dance lesson.
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Paul Bannick's Woodpecker Photography Presentation
6:30-7:45 p.m. — Whatcom Museum — $17 — Experience captivating stories and stunning images of North American woodpeckers throughout the seasons.
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HOPE Conference® Bellingham
9:30 AM – 2:30 PM — Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center — Free event — A supportive gathering for those on the Parkinson’s journey.
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Ben Thomas Quartet Live Performance
4-6 p.m. — Firehouse Arts & Events Center — Tickets available — Experience the rich sounds of jazz with the Ben Thomas Quartet featuring talented musicians on vibes, clarinet, bass, and drums.
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Good Neighbor Night at Stones Throw with The Millie Project
5-9 p.m. — Fairhaven Stones Throw Brewery — Free entry — Support rescue dogs and enjoy craft beers while helping a local cause.
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~ Winston Churchill
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