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Bellingham
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, May 20, members of the Whatcom County Water Rescue Task Force rescued several people when they aided a disabled vessel and two canoers on the Nooksack River near Lynden Boat Launch — officials stressed that paddlers must wear life jackets to stay safe. KISM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ AltaGas challenged a ruling that sent its Cherry Point terminal expansion permit back for environmental review, arguing the decision lacked proper evidence. The first court hearing is scheduled for Jun. 26 (Skagit County Superior Court) as environmental groups appeal to broaden the review. KISM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Washington reached a settlement with Homeaglow on Thursday, May 21 that will end deceptive membership practices in Whatcom County — the company must now clearly display its membership terms and let current customers cancel without fees. My Bellingham Now
- ➤ WSDOT will restore I-5 in Alger to a two-lane pattern by 2 p.m. today as crews work on a fish passage project, and the northbound on-ramp remains closed through May 31 ahead of Memorial Day travel. KAFE
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Bellingham will host a busy Memorial Day weekend as KGMI provides live coverage of the Ski to Sea race—at Heather Meadows at 7 a.m. and Marine Park at 1 p.m. on Sunday—while a reimagined Fairhaven Festival, a Memorial Day parade, and local live music kick off community celebrations. KAFE
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Whatcom County boys soccer teams won opening round games in the 2A state tournament last night — they advance to the quarterfinals on Saturday in local matchups. KISM
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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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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.
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Karen Treiger - Standing on the Crack
6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Explore the influential legacy of Jewish immigrant families in Seattle and Bellingham through captivating storytelling.
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