Good morning, Bellingham.

Xiaobun Zhou’s 30-year-old son was arrested on July 8 for taking $20,000 from his father’s home after his father was charged in May for a fraud that took over $100,000 from a local resident (the recorded conversation helped establish probable cause) and he faces arraignment on July 18.

The third annual PNW Climate Week in Bellingham runs until July 25 and features workshops, open houses, and community talks led by local businesses like Pumped Goods and Café Velo—today's events include a waterfront cleanup and Salty Social Hour in Fairhaven.

Ballots for a summer special election in Whatcom County were mailed on July 16 and include two proposed levies for the South Whatcom Fire Authority — for the Whatcom County Rural Library District.

The ballot also covers primary races for eight offices, and voters must have their ballots returned by August 5 to be counted.

Washington is joining 19 other states and Pennsylvania’s governor in a lawsuit against FEMA’s decision to end the BRIC program — a plan that funds floodwalls, levees and backup power for hospitals.

Attorney General Nick Brown said the cut endangers communities — the lawsuit seeks a court order to restore the program and its billions in funding, plus over $180 million in local projects.

The Port of Bellingham Board of Commissioners voted 2-1 on Tuesday night to propose adding two new commissioners and to place the proposal on the November ballot for voters in western Whatcom County.

One commissioner expressed concerns that a longer public comment period was needed before finalizing this change.

Tonight, Bellingham hosts the West Coast League All-Star Game at Joe Martin Field—Five Bells players including Nate Kirkpatrick and Preston Watkins will compete as the North faces the South with first pitch at 6:35.

Yesterday, MLB ended its All-Star Game with a historic home run swing-off and the Seattle Storm beat Golden State with Nneka Ogwumike scoring 22 points—meanwhile, the NBA will study expansion markets and the Kraken will open their season with back-to-back home games on Oct. 9 and Oct. 11.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

PawArty Paint & Sip Party

12-1:30 p.m. — Boundary Bay Brewery & Bistro — $20 (+fees) — Unleash your creativity while supporting local shelter animals with a fun afternoon of painting and sipping.

Soccer Summer Camp in Bellingham

9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. — Phillips 66 Soccer Park — Registration required — Learn soccer skills from Real Madrid Foundation coaches while making new friends.

Intro to the Laser Cutter Workshop

4-6 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Class fees apply — Learn to safely operate a powerful laser cutter and create your own acrylic keychain.

The D’vas and Dudes Performance

5-8 p.m. — Skylarks Cafe — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an eclectic mix of danceable tunes blending rock, country, blues, and boogie woogie.

Steve Von Till Live Performance

7 PM — Structures Brewing — $31.09 — Experience intimate solo performances from iconic musicians of the heavy underground.