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Tuesday, April 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday evening, a Whatcom County ambulance transporting a patient with chest pains was hit by a bullet on the Mount Baker Highway east of Deming (at 9:30 p.m.), and law enforcement said the bullet (fired from a rifle) ricocheted off the windshield into the vehicle’s sheet metal, leaving no one injured. 1170 KPUG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A second stuffed sloth found in a tree along I-5 near Lake Samish was taken down by WSDOT workers Monday morning — officials said placing objects in trees along busy highways is dangerous for travelers and workers. KISM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Unionized healthcare workers at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center are voting today to authorize a strike amid concerns over wages, benefits and staffing, with over 900 workers (service workers, lab assistants and imaging technicians) taking part in a vote that ends today and results expected on Wednesday. KISM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ College basketball news notes that Florida and Houston will face off tonight at 5:50 on KPUG after thrilling comebacks in the Final Four while UConn women claimed their 12th national title with an 82—59 win over South Carolina. In other sports, the Mariners were swept by the Giants with injured Victor Robles prompting a call-up as they prepare to play the Astros tonight, the Kraken secured back-to-back road wins, Alex Ovechkin broke Gretzky’s record with goal 895 in a 4—1 loss, Sue Bird was named to the Basketball Hall of Fame, and WWU inducted nine national champion rowing teams into its Hall of Fame as part of its Year of the Viking. KISM
- ➤ Today, college basketball drama unfolds as Florida and Houston square off at 5:50 p.m. on KPUG after UConn women secured their 12th national title yesterday. The Mariners were swept by the Giants in three games+Victor Robles is on the injured list, and WWU inducted nine national champion rowing teams into its Hall of Fame as part of the Year of the Viking ending April 12. My Bellingham Now
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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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Páscoa Rhythms: Easter Brunch with Jovino Santos Neto
Celebrate Easter with Páscoa Rhythms at Hotel Leo—a festive brunch buffet featuring dishes like coconut chicken thighs, prime beef sirloin, and brunch classics paired with live piano by three-time Grammy nominee Jovino Santos Neto. Sip Novo Fogo caipirinhas crafted for the occasion, with a portion of proceeds supporting rainforest reforestation; $68 per person, half off for kids 12 and under, and 10% off for seniors.
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Intro to the Laser Cutter
6-7 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Free to members — Get expert advice on your laser projects from seasoned designer Jason Davies.
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Swan Lake - A Timeless Masterpiece
7-9 p.m. — Mount Baker Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting ballet “Swan Lake” performed by the State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine.
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LinuxFest Northwest
9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Bellingham Technical College — Free entry — Explore free and open source technologies with presentations and exhibits for all skill levels.
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April Brews Day 2025
3-8 p.m. — Waypoint Park — Check for ticket prices — Celebrate local brews with great friends and craft beverages.
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Intro to Vector Graphics
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Cost varies — Learn to create art and cutting files using Inkscape in this hands-on workshop.
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