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Bellingham
Wednesday, July 9th, 2025
Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Washington State Office of the Attorney General won a trial that ordered the Michigan-based Labor Law Poster Service to pay over $8.2 million in penalties and consumer restitution for mass-mailing deceptive posters to small businesses, with fines calculated at $12 per nearly 600,000 mailers and additional amounts for restitution. FOX13
- ➤ Bellingham City Council approved Faber Construction on Monday night to improve trails in Hundred Acre Wood by narrowing and resurfacing paths, planting native species, building a habitat fence, adding a new bridge over Hoag’s Creek, and installing boardwalks and park benches—construction is expected to start by the end of the month and finish by about February. KAFE
- ➤ The City of Bellingham released conceptual designs for a new skatepark under the Roeder Avenue Bridge, purchased from the Port of Bellingham this year — the $3 million project in partnership with Northwest Skate Collective will host skateboarding, live music and art while public comment is accepted in the coming months. My Bellingham Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Camp Firewood's sewer lift station overflowed at around 7 p.m. on Monday, July 7, and some sewage flowed into a stormwater drain that leads directly to Lake Whatcom—prompting a public health alert for residents who rely on untreated lake water. Crews from the Lake Whatcom Water and Sewer District installed a temporary pump late last night—while a full repair began this morning. KISM
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In Timberline's Embrace Book Reading
6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Jean Waight explores the enchanting history of Timberline Lodge through her latest book.
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Horseshoe Tournament
All day — Lynden / Bellingham KOA Journey — Entry fee required — Compete in a thrilling horseshoe tournament while enjoying scavenger hunts and tractor rides.
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Cascadia Dirt Cup 2025 – Galbraith Mountain Enduro
July 12-13 — Galbraith Mountain and Padden Trails Parking Lot — Entry fee varies — Experience thrilling mountain bike racing at the fourth stop of the Cascadia Dirt Cup series.
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Intro to the Laser Cutter
4-6 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Free for members — Learn from laser expert Jason Davies and get your questions answered about laser projects and techniques.
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Midsummer Cider Tasting
4-7 p.m. — Elizabeth Station — Free entry — Sample specialty ciders from local farms and enjoy beautiful bouquets in a vibrant community setting.
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Northwest Raspberry Festival
9 AM – 8 PM — Downtown Lynden — Free entry — Celebrate Whatcom County's raspberry bounty with live music, food sampling, and community fun.
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Vietnam Veterans Car Show
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Barkley Village Green — Free admission — Celebrate veterans with a showcase of classic cars and community camaraderie.
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Bad Posture Club's Album Release Show
8-10 p.m. — New Prospect Theatre — Cost info not provided — Celebrate the release of Affinity with the enchanting sounds of Bad Posture Club and special guests.
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Blues, Brews & BBQ featuring The Atlantics
5-9 p.m. — Hotel Bellwether — Alcohol not included in ticket price — Enjoy live Rhythm & Blues and BBQ with stunning waterfront views.
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Ian's Ride: A Journey to Joy with Ian MacKay & Karen Polinsky
6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Explore the inspiring biography of a quadriplegic athlete who found healing through nature and community.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.
~ Lao Tzu
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