Good morning, Bellingham.

A two-alarm fire on Deer Trails Rd in Bow displaced a family of six early Thursday, April 9 — firefighters from Samish Way Station and Skagit Co. Fire District 14 worked over four hours on the blaze while the American Red Cross provided assistance.

Authorities say dead canines found near Guemes Island appear to be foxes from a farm used in commercial fishing; investigators contacted a suspect on Friday, Apr.

10 and do not plan to refer charges.

Record diesel prices in Whatcom County reached $6.76 per gallon and led Alaska Airlines and other carriers to increase checked baggage fees starting Friday, April 10, with fees rising $5 for the first bag and $10 for the second, reflecting broader fuel cost pressures.

WWU students will keep receiving discounted bus passes provided by WTA until September 2027 as the active transportation fee remains unchanged.

The university will pay an extra $100K annually while the deal awaits approval by the WTA Board next Thursday and WWU President Randhawa.

Northbound I-5 near Bellingham will reopen at 5 a.m. Thursday, Apr.

16 after crews clear debris from a landslide that began on Mar. 19 — travelers should use alternate routes until final safety checks are completed.

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.

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.

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!'.

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.

David Mason: Cold Fire

8 AM – 5 PM — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Contact via email for details — Attend a day of literary exploration at this local venue.

CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival 10th Anniversary

Various times — Pickford Film Center — $15-$395 — Celebrate global cinema and inclusive storytelling at a milestone festival featuring award-winning films.

Spring Car Show

All day — Les Schwab Tire Center — Free for spectators, $20 registration fee — Show off your wheels and enjoy a day of automotive camaraderie.

KMRE 88.3 FM Marks 20 Years of Independent Community Radio with “Whatcom in Food & Stories”

On Thursday, May 7, KMRE presents Whatcom in Food & Stories at the Ferndale Events Center (5715 Barrett Road). This one-night-only gathering blends inventive local cuisine with live storytelling, creating an immersive experience that reflects the richness, diversity, and creativity of the region. KMRE is a nonprofit, all-volunteer, independent community radio station serving Whatcom County.

Heather Lea: Riding Full Circle

6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Enjoy humorous tales of adventure and life lessons learned from the road on a motorcycle journey across the world.

Anne H. Putnam and Ashleigh Renard: A Conversation on Memoir Writing

4-5 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Engaging discussion about relationships, memoirs, and the healing journey post-heartbreak.