Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of July.
Good morning, Bellingham.
Local advocates from Safe Streets for Bellingham put up yellow yard signs at bike and pedestrian crash sites to spotlight safety issues.
The group proposes short-term improvements for 12 miles of key roads — adding painted posts to bike lanes and converting on-street parking.
The state began trial on July 13 against Albertsons, which runs six pharmacies (four in Bellingham, one in Ferndale, and one in Lynden) for allegedly ignoring warning signs that fueled the opioid crisis; the trial is expected to last into September.
Last week, seismologists recorded 100 earthquakes worldwide that measured 4.5 or higher, including four 5.8 quakes off Vanuatu, Argentina, Philippines, and Fiji – a reminder of shifting tectonic activity along our Cascadia Subduction Zone.
The CDC and Washington state health officials monitor a multi-state cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened hundreds nationwide—local trends record only zero to 11 cases yearly, mostly linked to international travel.
Residents should wash fresh produce thoroughly and ask for testing if symptoms develop.
Former Bells players Roman Martin, Isaac Yeager, and Dean West were drafted by MLB teams as the Bells secured a series win over Port Angeles Lefties, and the team will host the Community Champions Game tonight at 6:35 with ticket proceeds benefiting the Max Higbee Center.
Over the weekend, the Bells split a series against the Lefties with Jake Lyall and Robbie Zimmerman keying wins, while Roman Martin, Isaac Yeager, and Dean West were drafted.
Tonight, the team hosts the 4th annual Community Champions Game at Max Higbee Center — first pitch 6:35.
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.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Stay in the know, Bellingham.
Free, always. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.