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Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Colorado man, 23-year-old Jesus Penuelas-Agramon, pleaded not guilty in Whatcom County Superior Court to charges including attempted murder after a Lummi officer was shot seven times on July 28 while investigating a car in a ditch— the officer is recovering well and making great progress— and his trial is set for Sept. 22 following a status hearing on Aug. 27. My Bellingham Now
- ➤ Bellingham Police are investigating a potential hate crime after a security guard was assaulted outside an apartment building on Sunday night on N. Samish Way—two suspects have been arrested and are held in jail without bail while detectives review the case. KISM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A contractor’s generator fuel leak was detected Thursday in Padden Creek during the Fairhaven fish passage project after crews contained a spill on August 3. Contractors replaced the generator+ crews monitored pumps+ and a stop work order was issued after two fish were killed until the spills were fully contained. My Bellingham Now
- ➤ On August 6, Whatcom County Council narrowly voted to acquire over 1,600 acres on Stewart Mountain—$5.5 million in funding from the Streamflow Restoration Grant program will add the land to the planned Stewart Mountain Community Forest for protection. KISM
- ➤ The Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife forecasts more than 7,000 hatchery Chinook salmon will return to Whatcom Creek from mid-August into October—fishing is open in lower Whatcom Creek on Saturdays and Sundays through Sept. 14 as part of a 10-year co-managed plan with BTC and local tribes. My Bellingham Now
- ➤ Wildcat Cove in Larrabee State Park is open for swimming again after tests showed bacteria levels have dropped to safe ranges—officials did not specify when the advisory was lifted. My Bellingham Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bellingham’s Bells advanced to the North Divisional Championship after a 3 to 2 extra inning win over the Wenatchee AppleSox and will face the Riverhawks in a single-elimination game tomorrow at 6:05 p.m. Meanwhile the Mariners extended their win streak to seven after sweeping the Rays while Cal Raleigh tied historic catcher records, the Sounders won 4 to 0 over the Galaxy, the Reign lost 4 to 2 to the Thorns, and the Storm suffered their fifth straight loss—marking a busy sports weekend. KISM
- ➤ The Bells beat the Wenatchee AppleSox 3-2 in 10 innings to move into the North Divisional Championship and will play the Riverhawks in Edmonton tomorrow, while the Mariners increased their win streak to seven with three wins over the Tampa Bay Rays as Cal Raleigh homered in all games. In other sports, the Sounders won 4-0 against the Los Angeles Galaxy, the Storm lost to the Los Angeles Sparks, and the Reign dropped a game to the Portland Thorns. My Bellingham Now
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Introduction to Laser Cutting
4-6 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Free for members — Explore the world of laser cutting and get expert advice from Jason Davies.
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Bellingham Off-Road Triathlon
8:30 a.m. — Lake Padden Park — Registration required — Experience thrilling swimming, mountain biking, and trail running around Lake Padden.
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Intro to Vector Graphics with Inkscape
6:00–7:30 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Class fees apply — Learn to create vector graphics using free software to craft art and cutting files.
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Elizabeth Park Concert Series: bandZandt
6-8 p.m. — Elizabeth Park — Free entry — Dance along to East County’s favorite band at the 31st season of summer concerts.
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Children's Printmaking Workshop
10-11 a.m. — Bellingham Public Library - Central Branch — Free entry — Explore the art of printmaking with all supplies provided and welcome to all ages.
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Josh Turner Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Mount Baker Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the classic country sounds of Josh Turner as he showcases his 10th studio album with dynamic vocals and vibrant instrumentation.
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Intro to the Laser Cutter
4-6 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Free for members — Get your laser project questions answered by expert Jason Davies in an informal Q&A session.
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