Good morning, Bellingham.

Gas prices in Whatcom County fell below $5 on Friday, June 26, marking the first drop since mid-March & averaging $4.99 per gallon, nearly 30 cents cheaper than a week ago.

Delegates from Washington, California and Quebec met in Seattle on June 25 to sign an agreement linking carbon markets and boosting clean energy investments — part of an effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

The agreement allows Washington’s Cap-and-Invest Program to accept credits from the other two jurisdictions.

The Washington state Department of Ecology is sending postcards to remind outdoor visitors near Sumas Mountain not to disturb creek beds or sediment piles, as dry weather may release naturally occurring asbestos into the air — the agency is also building a storage site for contaminated sediment.

Bellingham enforces a longstanding ban on consumer fireworks purchased in Whatcom County, including sparklers and fountains, to protect residents during the annual July 4 celebrations.

Extra patrols will run July 2–4 with fines starting at $250 while audiences enjoy displays over Bellingham Bay at Zuanich Point Park.

The City of Bellingham announced that James Street between E Bakerview Road & E Kellogg Road will remain closed through July 10 due to repaving, utility, & tree-related complications affecting work on a new multi-use trail that will add sidewalks & bike lanes.

Rhys Langston Live at The Shakedown

8-11 p.m. — The Shakedown — Tickets required — Experience the genre-defying sounds of Rhys Langston and his eclectic live set.

Eternal Wave Live Concert

Jul 3-4 — The Shakedown — Tickets not specified — Experience infectious surf rock vibes with Eternal Wave and Where’s West? in a night of catchy tunes and dance moves.

Jontavious Willis Live

8-11 p.m. — The Shakedown — Ticket info available — Experience the vibrant fusion of traditional and modern Blues that brings audiences to their feet.

NW Tune-Up 2026

5-10 p.m. — Waterfront Pump Track — Ticket required — Experience world-class mountain biking, live music, and community culture in Bellingham, WA.

Northwest Tune-Up 2026

5:50-9:50 p.m. — Waypoint Park — Cost not specified — Enjoy an evening with modern crooner Stephen Day in the heart of Bellingham.

Iris Fisher Smith Book Launch

4-5 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Discover a heartfelt memoir that inspires hope and resilience through the journey of faith.

Club Weezer with DJ Mandy Moorhol

9 p.m. — The Shakedown — Tickets available — Indie rock and slacker rock fans unite for a vibrant dance party with DJ Mandy Moorhol.

Phoebe Wahl: Story Rug Book Release Event

4-5 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Celebrate the release of Phoebe Wahl's 'Story Rug' with a craft activity and an engaging conversation.