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Friday, May 15th, 2026

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Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Meet-a-Truck event celebrates Public Works during National Public Works Week and invites visitors to see construction vehicles up close plus enjoy children’s crafts and a scavenger hunt. It is set for next Thursday, May 21, from 1–3 p.m. in front of City Hall on Lottie Street.  City of Bellingham

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Backcountry Essentials celebrates 20 years in business at 1417 N State St. and hosts events all month including a party today from 5 to 8 p.m. and a Backpacking Prep workshop on May 20 at 7 p.m. while offering vendor promos and free storage waxes.  KISM

SPORTS NEWS

  • Western Washington University’s softball team upset Cal State East Bay 3-2 in the NCAA D-II West Regional opener in Hayward, CA yesterday, with Hailey Rath scoring the winning run; the Vikings will face the Concordia Irvine vs. Biola winner tomorrow at 10 a.m.  KISM

EVENTS

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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.

    Sun, 5/17/26

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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.

    Fri, 5/22/26

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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.

    Sat, 5/23/26

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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.

    Fri, 6/5/26

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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.

    Sat, 6/6/26

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  • Forest Logging Show

    All day — Deming Log Show Grounds — Entrance fee details not provided — Discover the thrill of logging competitions and the latest equipment demonstrations.

    Sat, 6/13/26

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The shoe that fits one person pinches another.

~ Carl Jung

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