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Bellingham
Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Whatcom County Public Works will close part of Everson Goshen Road today from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. as crews repair shoulders; the closure runs through Friday and drivers should use Noon or Mission Roads (alternative routes) to avoid delays. KISM
- ➤ Hovander Park in Ferndale has reopened after flooding forced a second closure, although the playground and some areas remain closed for repairs. Parkgoers are urged to follow closure signs while work continues. KISM
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Drivers face delays as WSDOT crews work seven days a week during daylight hours to clear a landslide on northbound I-5 near Bellingham (creating a detour via Exit 246) while stabilizing a debris field more than 250 feet wide with boulders as large as buses. FOX13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Country star Brantley Gilbert will headline at the Northwest Washington Fair on Friday, Aug. 21 at the Pacific Grandstand stage in Lynden. Ticket options include a new Party Pit with a private beer garden — presale begins Wednesday morning and public sale at 9 a.m. on Friday. KAFE
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA reported diesel fuel reached its record high in Whatcom County with an average price of $6.43 a gallon — regular gas remains 25 cents shy of its record at $5.53, showing a significant month-long price jump. KAFE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State officials warn that a recent $500,000 budget cut may force the Department of Natural Resources to close trailheads or reduce hours at public lands (impacting millions who enjoy outdoor recreation). Officials are still determining which sites could be affected. FOX13
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Grover Concert Night
9 p.m. — The Shakedown — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience the melodic tunes of Grover in an engaging live performance.
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Bootsy Holler in Conversation with Kyle Logghe: MAKiNG iT
6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Dive into the Seattle music scene of the 90s and 2000s with photographer Bootsy Holler discussing her new book, 'MAKiNG iT!'.
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Book Discussion with Nancy Y. Levine and Rachel Levine-Spates
2-3 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Explore a powerful dual POV memoir on recovery and hope with the authors in person.
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The Bolshoi Brothers Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Shakedown — Tickets starting at $76 — Experience an unforgettable performance by The Bolshoi Brothers in Bellingham.
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BRD Presents: Hindsight - A Celebration of 20 Years
7-8:30 p.m. — Firehouse Arts & Events Center Bellingham — Ticket information to be announced — Celebrate two decades of contemporary dance with a vibrant mix of beloved repertory and new works by BRD alumni.
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Terry Tempest Williams in Conversation with Brenda Miller: The Glorians
6-7 p.m. — Sehome High School, 2700 Bill McDonald Pkwy, Bellingham, WA — General admission sold out, but book/reservation combo still available — Explore the beauty of the ordinary with eco-visionary Terry Tempest Williams.
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Kenadie Lee: Handwritten Poetry Reading
6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Experience a poetic journey through gratitude and nature with local writer Kenadie Lee.
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Intro to the Laser Cutter
6-7 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Free for members — Get your laser cutter questions answered by an expert in a casual Q&A session.
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TJ Poortinga Book Launch
6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — In-person event — Explore TJ Poortinga's debut darkly-comic psychological fiction, 'Electric Orange!'.
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April Brews Day Festival 2026
3-8 p.m. — Civic Stadium — Ticket prices may vary — Celebrate craft beverages with 40+ breweries, cideries, live music, and local food.
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