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Bellingham
Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Everson Nooksack Farmers Market in Everson will begin its season on May 3 with a 5K fun run provided by the Greater Bellingham Running Club & local vendors offering fresh produce and crafts. Lynden Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Meridian School Board is seeking a new District 4 director following Marty Gray's departure + applications are due by May 1. Lynden Tribune
- ➤ Lynden School Board members will consider proposed amendments and retirements of WSSDA positions during today's meeting — Khush Brar will lead the discussion. Lynden Tribune
- ➤ Voters in Lynden will decide on a $25.5M Facilities, Safety & Technology Levy on April 28 to extend the life of school facilities after previous bond attempts failed. Lynden Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ In 2025, Skagit County protected 270 acres of prime farmland in Bow and Mount Vernon through its Farmland Legacy Program, ensuring the land will never be developed into housing. Leaders paid farm families $585,000 for conservation, preserving 15,400 acres total + emphasizing the importance of protecting local agriculture. My Bellingham Now
- ➤ Bellingham is hosting a free Earth Day Recycling Event Saturday, April 25 from noon to 3 at the parking lot of Bellingham Covenant Church on East Bakerview Road. Residents can drop off hard-to-recycle items (such as old electronics, sensitive papers, batteries, and athletic shoes) to help reduce waste. KAFE
- ➤ The American Lung Association's 'State of the Air' report shows Bellingham earned an A for ozone and a C for particle pollution due to wildfire smoke—data covers 2022—2024. KAFE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Community First Whatcom is gathering nearly 3,200 signatures to put its proposal on the November ballot to ban algorithmic rent hikes in Bellingham. Voters will soon decide if landlords may use software to set rental prices. KAFE
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Race Week returns to Bellingham this summer with a week-long regatta on Bellingham Bay from July 20-24. Boat crews will compete in multiple races while families enjoy kids camp and spectator cruises (with a partnership of Bellingham Yacht Club) that blend competition with community fun. KISM
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Day Hiking in the PNW with Craig Romano and Tami Asars
6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Discover the best trails in the Snoqualmie Pass region and enhance your hiking adventures with expert insights.
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Kate Schuman - Desert Rose Family Event
6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free — Explore music and storytelling while building a cattle drive on a felt board in this engaging family activity.
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River Spell Concert
4-8 p.m. — Skylarks Cafe — Cost info unavailable — Experience the unique sound of River Spell, a jam band blending folk, rock, and funk.
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Sam Lachow Live Performance
9 PM – 12 AM — Wild Buffalo House Of Music — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience an eclectic mix of music from a talented producer and rapper known for his innovative style.
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