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Thursday, May 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Bellingham City Council voted Monday night to acquire land under the Roeder Avenue Bridge to turn the unsanctioned skatepark used by the Northwest Skate Collective into a permanent city facility—up to $1.5 million in city funds will cover part of the costs while the collective will fund the rest, with a design expected to be done early 2026. KAFE
- ➤ Three tulip farms, Tulip Town, Tulip Valley Farms and Garden Rosalyn, will stay open through May 4 as part of the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival while weather forecasts predict sun and a high of 62° on closing day. KISM
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dave Vitt founded Kulshan Brewing Company in 2011 when Bellingham had only two breweries and grew the business to include a second taproom in 2015 and a seasonal waterfront beer garden that served thousands during summer. Kulshan Brewing will reopen Trackside on Friday, May 2—bringing back live music and community events in the outdoor space. KISM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Mount Baker Imaging and Northwest Radiologists are facing a class action suit as two Whatcom County men claim the centers did not warn patients about a cyber attack that compromised data in late January — the companies say no sensitive information was used maliciously. KAFE
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Bellingham’s minimum wage rises to $18.66 per hour after a 2023 voter initiative+ starting in 2026, the rate will be set each January to be $2 above the state minimum, making Bellingham one of only two cities with this measure. My Bellingham Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Bob Ferguson signed HB 1046 on April 30 to protect good Samaritans who may damage a vehicle to rescue pets and vulnerable people from hot cars. The law requires rescuers to call 911 first and minimize damage when breaking in. My Bellingham Now
- ➤ The Port of Bellingham is considering ending its contract with Ireland-based Harcourt Developments because the pace of work has not met the agreement's requirements. The commission will take public comment at its meeting on May 6—if terminated, Harcourt will lose its exclusive rights to develop the waterfront while keeping ownership of some properties. KAFE
- ➤ Governor Ferguson will sign a new state budget that protects Whatcom County’s LEAD program from shutdown even though its funding is cut by 30%—the program, which helps frequent offenders avoid jail by giving them support, was previously funded equally by state and local sources. County Health and Community Services will review how to adjust the program under the new budget. My Bellingham Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On April 29, hundreds of union nurses held an informational picket at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center during contract talks that remained stalled over wages and health insurance—PeaceHealth said bargaining would resume on May 16. KAFE
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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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The Chuckanut Radio Hour with Patrick Hutchison
7-8 p.m. — The Hotel Leo Crystal Ballroom — $5 — Enjoy an evening of music and storytelling featuring author Patrick Hutchison and musician Phil Paige.
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