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Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • City Council members approved a $3.7 million pathway project at Sunset Pond that will add boardwalks, bridges, and a connection to nearby trails. Construction will begin in June and is expected to finish in early 2027 — the project is partially funded by a $1 million state grant and Greenways levy funds.  KISM

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A man and his dog were rescued over the weekend after the dog fell into a cave near Sudden Valley while the owner got stuck trying to save it — rescuers used ropes and pulleys to extract them with no injuries reported.  KAFE

CRIME NEWS

  • Washington State Patrol responded to two wrong way driving incidents in Whatcom County when a driver experiencing a mental health crisis was safely removed from I-5 near Bellingham on Saturday + a 45-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of DUI after driving wrong way near Ferndale on Monday morning + no injuries were reported.  KAFE

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Whatcom County Public Works will host three virtual water adjudication workshops this month — each session is limited to 50 households and requires advance registration. The sessions will offer demonstrations and answer questions to help water users understand their new water rights after claim forms were mailed in March.  KAFE

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

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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.

    Wed, 5/7/25

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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.

    Fri, 5/9/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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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.

    Sun, 5/11/25

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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.

    Thu, 5/15/25

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  • Intro to Vector Graphics Workshop

    6:00-7:30 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — See event details for registration costs — Learn to create vector graphics using Inkscape for laser and vinyl cutting.

    Fri, 5/16/25

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  • Pawject Runway: Compassion is the Fashion

    5-9 p.m. — Best Western Plus Lakeway Inn — Online auction from May 12-16 — Celebrate compassion for animals through fashion at this unique fundraiser.

    Sat, 5/17/25

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  • Meet-A-Truck 2025

    1-3 p.m. — Bellingham City Hall — Free entry — Explore big trucks and equipment while enjoying crafts and a scavenger hunt.

    Thu, 5/22/25

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  • Intro to Vector Graphics Workshop

    6:00 – 7:30 PM — Bellingham Makerspace — Class fees apply — Learn to create stunning vector graphics using Inkscape with expert guidance.

    Fri, 5/30/25

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  • Corvettes Unlimited Car Show

    10 AM – 3 PM — Bellewood Farms & Distillery — $20 entry for participants — Celebrate the 30th Annual showcase of corvettes and open classes.

    Sat, 5/31/25

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