Good morning, Bellingham.

Opportunity Council has opened Cedar Commons near Bellis Fair Mall, offering 65 affordable rental units and a childcare center for local families + phase II for seniors is underway and should finish by next summer.

Meanwhile, crews will survey Edgemoor for sewer improvements starting July 6.

Local rescue teams are searching the North Cascades for a missing Canadian hiker, 34-year-old Gursimran Singh, who was last seen on South Twin near Mount Baker after his car was found on Middle Fork Road and he was expected back in British Columbia four days ago.

Port of Bellingham will receive $23.5 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation for Phase 2 of its shipping terminal upgrade.

The federal funds will rebuild North Pier to add 48 longshore jobs per shift and generate an estimated $12 million in annual economic impact.

Washington state national parks are waiving all entrance fees starting today and continuing through Sunday in celebration of America's 250th birthday — separate fees apply for campsites and reservations.

Ferndale’s Station 41 is now staffed 24/7 with three firefighters, and leaders expect quicker EMS response times downtown and near the freeway.

Upgrades funded by a levy last November make it District 7’s fifth fully-staffed site (located on Washington Street between Ferndale High School and Main).

Station 41 in downtown Ferndale is now staffed 24/7 with at least three full-time firefighters, district leaders said will speed up EMS response times near downtown and the freeway this summer - funding came from a levy passed last November.

A Q2 report from Pacific Continental Realty (co-owner Ryan Martin said) shows downtown office vacancies increased to 5% while retail vacancies dropped slightly to just under 12% amid rising asking rents, and industrial vacancies fell below 1%.

Western Washington University announced the women’s basketball incoming class including senior Hailey Rath (a three-time All-West Region selection and former standout softball player) who will return to the court next season, bringing her record-setting scoring from Eatonville High School to the team.

WWU Vikings coach Carmen Dolfo announced a five-player incoming class for the women's basketball team as the school prepares for the new season.

Senior Hailey Rath (a key player from the softball team) will switch to basketball and is eligible to play an additional year.

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.

Florry Live at The Shakedown

7-11 p.m. — The Shakedown — $10+ — Experience the vibrant indie-country sounds of Florry and their eclectic lineup in downtown Bellingham.

Laughs with Richard Bowen

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Larrabee Lager Co — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night full of laughs with Seattle's own Richard Bowen and friends.

Soul Fire: A 70's Soul Tribute

7-11:30 p.m. — Blue Room — $15 — Enjoy a vibrant night filled with smooth grooves and fiery soul as you dance to the best hits of the 70's.