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Tuesday, April 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Preservationist Keith Cook says the historic Bellingham Rock is in danger as a fish passage project along I-5 forces its relocation, which may result in its permanent loss if a new home is not found—WSDOT is working with partners to decide its fate. FOX13
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 42-year-old Blaine man was arrested after a high-speed chase on Bay Road ended in a crash into two parked cars — he was taken to a hospital and later booked into Whatcom County Jail. KISM
- ➤ A 42-year-old Blaine man was arrested after a high-speed chase on Bay Road ended in a crash into two parked cars; he was taken to a hospital & later booked into Whatcom County Jail. My Bellingham Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Washington’s Recreation and Conservation Office awarded over $3 million to the Northwest Straits Foundation to replace seawalls and boulders along Whatcom County coastlines—work that will give nearly 6.5 miles of shoreline and streams better access for salmon later this summer—using funds from the Climate Commitment Act. KISM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ WSDOT will begin a three-year project to remove 17 fish barriers from I-5 south of Bellingham on Wednesday, April 30 at 8 p.m., replacing them with 10 new structures to help salmon, bull trout and steelhead. Drivers will face overnight single-lane closures until early June and then detours on temporary two-lane bypass roads while work continues until 2027—this project stems from a 2013 federal court injunction. KISM
- ➤ A new state law increases fines for employers who break minor labor laws by raising penalties to up to $1,000 per infraction, including not securing required work permits. Gov. Bob Ferguson — who signed the law in a ceremony — said the change will better protect young workers from unsafe conditions. KAFE
- ➤ Gov. Bob Ferguson signed a new state law that protects employed minors by increasing fines for labor law violations, and Rep. Mary Fosse said it aims to stop unsafe work conditions that have led to injuries. Employers may now face fines up to $1,000 per violation—such as not having a required minor work permit. KISM
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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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First Fridays Celebration
6-10 p.m. — Downtown Bellingham Partnership — Free entry — Experience local art, live music, and late night shopping in the heart of Bellingham.
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Procession of the Species 2025
2 PM — Downtown Bellingham Partnership — Free entry — Celebrate nature and creativity with a vibrant costume procession and festival.
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3rd Annual Living Donor Forum
12-2 p.m. — Squalicum Boathouse — Lunch Provided — Hear inspiring stories and learn about the impact of kidney donation.
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Drink Beer for a Good Cause
El Sueñito will donate $1 per pint of beer sold from open to close to IRIS. Chicas Reinas and Chicos de Oro-Folklorico Dance Group will be performing at 6:00pm.
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An Evening of Poetry with Dion O'Reilly and Kami Westhoff
6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Experience a poignant exploration of love, grief, and memory through the eyes of two celebrated local poets.
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Introduction to the Laser Cutter
6-7 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Free for members — Get insights on laser projects with expert guidance from Jason Davies.
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Quartet San Francisco Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Mount Baker Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Bay Area’s leading crossover string ensemble with Grammy-winning performances.
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Women's Only Spring Fling Hike
9-11 a.m. — Clayton Beach Trailhead — Discovery pass required — Explore a scenic forest trail and relax at the beach with fellow nature lovers.
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Sunday Jazz Brunch at Hotel Leo
8 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Hotel Leo — Enjoy a delightful brunch accompanied by live jazz music.
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