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Bellingham
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Whatcom Transportation Authority is increasing bus service for Ski to Sea on May 24 by running buses every 10 minutes from downtown to Fairhaven from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and every 15 minutes afterward; fares are $1 with free rides for under-18 passengers. KAFE
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A traffic incident on I-5 near Sunset Dr has blocked all lanes and caused backups north to Samish Way while officials, including fire assistance + WSP and medical aid, work to clear the scene. KISM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A cyberattack on Canvas shut down access at WWU, Whatcom Community College and Bellingham Technical College on May 7 — a breach that may have exposed student names, emails and IDs. Schools have since restored access and warned students to avoid suspicious emails. My Bellingham Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ WSDOT will reduce I-5 near Alger to one lane at 8 p.m. Sunday, May 10, for a fish passage project that closes northbound on-ramp from Lake Samish for a month; work pauses for the World Cup between June 12 and July 8 so drivers use Hwy 9 or Chuckanut Drive. KISM
- ➤ The Lummi Nation filed an emergency injunction on Thursday, May 7 to stop Whidbey Telecom from proceeding with construction on ancient burial grounds in Point Roberts after documents showed inadequate damage assessments and damage to human remains — county records acknowledged improper permit issuance. Whidbey Telecom has not yet responded. KAFE
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WWU's softball team lost 9-5 to Simon Frasier on Friday, May 8, in the GNAC Championships in Ellensburg and will play Saint Martin's at 3 p.m. today for a spot in tomorrow's championship game. KISM
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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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The Journey Begins: Community Introduction to Setting Sun Circle
6-7:30 p.m. — Maritime Heritage Park — Free entry — Experience Indigenous art, music, and dance at this community introduction event during the Indigenous Art Walk.
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Buzz In! Improvised Game Show
9:30 – 11:00 PM — The Upfront Theatre — $0.66 ticket service fee — Enjoy Bellingham's favorite improv game show filled with hilarity and surprises.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it.
~ Salvador Dali
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