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Bellingham
Saturday, February 21st, 2026
Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ CHS Northwest, a Lynden-based farm and home business, sold four stores on Feb. 19 including the Bellingham store on Meridian Street, and 38 layoffs took effect. The company plans to continue local operations while seeking new owners focused on retail. KISM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Bellingham warns drivers that scammers are placing fake QR codes near parking meters downtown and asks anyone who sees a suspicious code to report it to city staff (for prompt follow-up). 1170 KPUG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Lynden girls clinched a fourth straight 2A district title with a 58-40 win over Archbishop Murphy last night at Mount Vernon High School to earn a top state tournament seed, while the boys lost 50-47 to Anacortes — Class 1A matchups take place tonight at Lynden High School. My Bellingham Now
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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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Cuban Salsa Night
6:00–7:30 p.m. — COF& — Suggested $5 — Experience the vibrant rhythms of Cuban salsa in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
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Terrance McPhee and the Toy Eating Tree
6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Delight in a whimsical children's tale presented by its author and illustrator.
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Fill the Room with Joyce Parry-Moore
6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — An inspiring evening about claiming your voice and living boldly through a blend of story and creative practice.
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Runnin' O' the Green 5K
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Stones Throw Brewery — Various prices — Celebrate St. Paddy's Day with a vibrant 5K run and festive atmosphere at Fairhaven Brewery.
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Spring Equinox Sound Journey
7-8 p.m. — Firehouse Arts & Events Center Bellingham — $28 ticket — Experience a rejuvenating soundscape for seasonal transition and new beginnings.
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Native Jazz Quartet Performance
7-9 p.m. — FireHouse Arts & Events Center — $25 — Experience high-energy jazz infused with indigenous melodies and cultural stories.
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