Good morning, Bellingham.

Jonathan Martin, formerly a Seattle Times investigations editor, will lead Cascadia Daily News in Bellingham starting in September - he replaces Ron Judd while also helping launch Cascadia Daily Life magazine.

Bellingham residents saw first responders honored at the Bells home game on Saturday, while the city seeks volunteers for park stewards and voters’ pamphlet statements with deadlines through July 31 and 27.

Crews will soon begin street, safety, and water quality work to protect local resources & improve public spaces.

A seal pup with a gunshot wound was taken in critical condition by SeaLife Response, Rehabilitation and Research over the 4th of July weekend — the pup is expected to fully recover and is the third marine animal treated for a shot injury this year.

Whatcom County Health and Community Services updated its food safety guidelines on Thursday, July 16 after reporting a few cyclosporiasis cases in the state; residents are urged to rinse produce under running water, scrub firm items and refrigerate foods within two hours (to reduce risk).

After a 10-4 win whose six-run third inning lifted catcher Matt Churchill with two straight homers, the Bells wrap up their non-league series tonight at 6:35 against Gunderson Baseball Academy + will travel tomorrow to Kamloops as they chase one of three playoff spots in the North Division.

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.