Good morning, Bellingham.

Kellie McInnis was named VFW Post 9301 Veteran of the Year in Lynden after serving in the Army, Army Reserves, and National Guard (supporting local veterans).

Superintendent Chris Reykdal proposed a year-long postsecondary launch course that blends civics & financial literacy for graduating seniors, which if approved will roll out starting with the Class of 2031 and be considered in the 2027 Legislative Session.

Savannah Curry, a seventh-grader at Lynden Middle School, is the featured 4-H member recognized by the Barn Buddies 4-H Club and is set to exhibit Nelly (a Jersey Spring Heifer Calf) at the Northwest Washington Fair from Aug.

13 to 22.

Craig Johnson retired from Lynden Christian High School after a 40-year career + the school named Kevin Kaemingk, a longtime social studies teacher, as interim principal for the 2026-2027 school year.

The Luna Fire in east Whatcom County has grown to about seven acres along Big Beaver Trail in North Cascades National Park — firefighters are using three helicopters to help control it.

Two other minor fires were fully contained over the weekend.

County home sales and prices remained steady in Q2 2026, according to reports from Lynden — reflecting calm market conditions for buyers and sellers.

Bellingham's Bells earned five All-Star selections for next week's West Coast League All-Star Game in Victoria & will host Everett Merchants tonight at Joe Martin Field at 6:35 p.m. The team began a three-game nonleague stretch with a 5-1 win over Northwest Star Nighthawks.

The Bells have five players added to the West Coast League All-Star Game in Victoria + they host the Everett Merchants tonight at Joe Martin Field with first pitch at 6:35 p.m.

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.

Baby Cakes Concert at Hotel Bellwether

5-9 p.m. — Hotel Bellwether — $15 adults, $10 kids — Enjoy BBQ, craft brews, and a lively performance by the high-energy Baby Cakes band.