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Wednesday, February 12th, 2025

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Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • A section of the South Bay Trail in Bellingham will be temporarily closed for soil testing related to a quiet zone project at a nearby railroad crossing.  KAFE
  • The Bellingham Parks and Recreation Department is inviting community input on its Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan for future planning and improvements through two open house meetings and an online survey.  KISM

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • All lanes on Guide Meridian near Axton Rd. were blocked due to a law enforcement incident following a traffic stop that escalated, requiring emergency medical services.  Whatcom News

CRIME NEWS

  • A Bellingham man was sentenced to one year in prison for possessing explosives after a plea deal dropped related drug charges.  KAFE

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Alaska Airlines has introduced a fourth round-trip flight between Bellingham International Airport and Seattle, with future plans to expand destinations.  KISM

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Western Washington University was fined $18,302 by the EPA for improper storage of hazardous wastes, including batteries and chemicals, following routine inspections.  KAFE
  • Western Washington University was fined $18,302 by the EPA for not properly storing hazardous waste, violating state and federal regulations.  KISM

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 2/14/25

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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.

    Wed, 2/19/25

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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.

    Thu, 2/20/25

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  • Introduction to Vector Graphics Using Inkscape

    This class teaches the basics of creating vector graphics with the open-source software Inkscape for applications like laser cutting and vinyl cutting.

    Fri, 2/28/25

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  • Birchwood Garden Club Meeting with Ciscoe Morris

    The Birchwood Garden Club will host a meeting featuring gardening expert Ciscoe Morris, who will discuss environmentally friendly garden design.

    Wed, 3/5/25

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  • Ben Clanton and Andy Chou Musser Present 'Papilio'

    Children's authors Ben Clanton and Andy Chou Musser will present their new picture book 'Papilio', featuring a charming tale of a caterpillar's journey to become a butterfly, at a free event for kids.

    Sat, 3/8/25

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  • Introduction to Vector Graphics Using Inkscape

    This workshop teaches participants how to use Inkscape to create and edit vector graphics for laser and vinyl cutting.

    Fri, 3/14/25

    View event

REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The reason to win the game is so that you can be free of it.

~ Naval Ravikant

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