Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of March.
Good morning, Bellingham.
John Jenkins, co-founder of the SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention in Bellingham, has created an interactive space that educates and entertains visitors about the history of radio and electricity, aiming to inspire a new generation.
The Bellingham Police Department has made 84 DUI arrests in the first two months of 2025, including a taxi driver who got the vehicle stuck on railroad tracks with a passenger inside.
Emanuel Martinez-Lucero was sentenced to just under a year in jail for assaulting a person outside a Bellingham nightclub after a dispute.
A man was arrested in Bellingham for threatening another driver with a fake gun during a road rage incident.
Bellingham Technical College was awarded a $600,000 donation by the Follis Knight family to establish a financial wellness hub, enhancing student access to financial literacy resources and basic necessities.
Efforts to mitigate harmful algae blooms in Wiser Lake due to high toxin levels identified since the early 2000s are advancing.
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.
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.
Annual St. Patrick's Day Brunch
Before you head out to the Bellingham St. Patrick’s Day Parade, fuel up at our Annual St. Patrick’s Day Brunch this Sunday, March 16, from 8 AM to 12 PM at Hotel Leo. Enjoy an Irish-inspired menu, lively music, and festive drinks to toast the occasion—don’t miss out, book your table now!
Petunia & the Vipers Live Concert
Enjoy a live concert featuring Petunia & the Vipers at The Oddfellows Room in Bellingham.
Bellingham Chamber Music Society: Between Two Worlds Featuring the BJ Block Trio, rioT, and Dr. G
This event explores the intersection of classical and jazz music with performances by the BJ Block trio, rioT, and Dr. G.
Bit Brigade Concert
7 PM - 1 AM — Wild Buffalo House Of Music — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of music and entertainment with Bit Brigade in Bellingham.
Carol Makela - The Spyglass: A Childhood in Sweden and Finland
6-7 p.m. | Village Books and Paper Dreams | Free entry | Discover a moving memoir of a young Finnish boy's journey amid wartime turmoil and cultural exploration.
37th Annual Fairhaven Plant and Tree Sale at Lake Whatcom Park
The Fairhaven Plant and Tree Sale offers a variety of plants and trees for gardening enthusiasts in a scenic setting at Lake Whatcom Park.
Whatcom County Home & Lifestyle Show
11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Northwest Washington Fair and Event Center — Free admission — Step into inspiration with BBQ competitions, food trucks, workshops, and family fun activities.
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