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Thursday, March 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of March.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Data from the Washington State Employment Security Department shows that Whatcom County’s unemployment rate rose to 4.9% in January from 4.7% in December+this rate is above the state average of 4.3% as professional and business services saw job gains while construction and manufacturing experienced workforce declines. KAFE
- ➤ Whatcom County’s unemployment rate edged up to 4.9% in January from 4.7% in December — the state average was 4.3% — and professional and business services added new hires while construction and manufacturing jobs dropped, according to data from the Washington State Employment Security Department. KISM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers considered raising carbon standards for transportation fuels on March 19—aiming to require emissions to drop to 45 percent below 2017 levels by 2038—as a boost to clean fuel development, while opponents warned that the tougher rules could further raise gas prices. FOX13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Whatcom Fire and Rescue said Division Chief Shaun Ward died on March 19 at age 58 from cancer linked to hazardous chemical exposure on the job, marking the third occupational illness death in five years. He began his firefighting career with Whatcom County Fire District 8 in 2007 and served as a Lieutenant, Captain and division chief until his retirement. KAFE
- ➤ Whatcom County's former health director Erika Lautenbach is challenging her firing as wrongful termination even as the county begins its search for a new director. County Executive Satpal Sidhu said her firing fits a new leadership plan and the council will vote on an interim director on March 25. KISM
- ➤ Governor Ferguson's top aide, Mike Webb, resigned on March 19 amid allegations of mistreatment of women on his team—his chief operations officer, Shane Esquibel, will serve as interim chief of staff following similar exits. KAFE
- ➤ Mike Webb, a top aide to Governor Ferguson, resigned on March 19 amid allegations of mistreating women—his departure follows the recent resignations of Joyce Bruce and her deputy, and Shane Esquibel is set to serve as interim chief of staff. KISM
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Richard Widerkehr & Barbara Bloom: Missing the Owl
3-4 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Celebrate Poetry Month with engaging readings and delightful treats from local poets.
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Intro to Vector Graphics Workshop
6-7:30 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Pricing varies — Master vector graphics using Inkscape to create art and cutting files.
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BAAY Presents: Out of the Woods
7 p.m. — BAAY Theatre — Ticket details available online — Experience a whimsical apocalyptic tale where imagination reigns as beloved characters find their way back to creativity.
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The River Only Runs One Way Book Reading
6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Celebrate award-winning poet Mary Lou Kayser's newest collection that explores love, loss, and the passage of time through evocative poetry.
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