Good morning, Bellingham.

Gas prices in Whatcom County were at $4.80 per gallon on Monday as worldwide oil troubles pushed rates up.

Experts say motorists may see more hikes in the coming days as refining capacity tightens + global concerns remain.

A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck near Vancouver Island Sunday night at 11:41 p.m. 129 miles southwest of Port McNeill and was felt in Bellingham, Port Townsend, Seattle & Tacoma with no immediate damage or injuries reported.

An Air Quality Alert is in effect for Whatcom and Skagit counties through Wednesday morning as wildfire smoke from BC and nearby fires brings unhealthy air for sensitive groups; a heat advisory starts today in Whatcom County with Bellingham expecting mid-80s, urging residents to stay indoors and hydrate.

The Port of Bellingham has opened a temporary 109-space parking lot near the intersection of Granary and Roeder Avenues at the downtown waterfront, easing parking for summer visitors.

The lot complements a free bike valet service and may be replaced as waterfront redevelopment proceeds.

City officials and nonprofit Homes NOW! are planning a third tiny home village on Division Street near Whatcom County Jail Work Center to house 35-40 homeless persons; funded by community partners—the Affordable Housing Levy and Justice Project Sales Tax—the project starts construction this winter and opens early 2027.

The Bells host the Kelowna Falcons tonight at Joe Martin Field — the first game of a three-game series — after winning two of three games in Kamloops; first pitch is at 6:35 p.m. as the team remains in playoff contention.

The Bells host the Kelowna Falcons at Joe Martin Field tonight with a first pitch at 6:35 — following a series win in Kamloops that saw them score 19 runs over two games.

Matt Churchill’s four-hit game boosted their top-four playoff ambitions.

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.