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Thursday, August 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Weston Persons opened Madrona Wear in Bellingham to repair and resell reclaimed clothing after he noticed that many expensive items were ending up in the trash; he started the business in his kitchen and later moved to a new shop at the corner of Ellis Street and Lakeway Drive with three employees. He plans to offer more community education and inclusivity with Spanish signage—committing to sustainability by extending the life of local clothing. KISM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bellingham removed several chestnut trees along Chestnut Street because arborists found some trees completely dead and others very ill — city officials said they will monitor the remaining trees and replant new ones in the fall. My Bellingham Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bellingham City Council voted Monday to begin talks with Janicki Logging and Construction Co. on an 80-acre logging project on Galbraith Mountain in the North Beaver Creek Preserve — Public Works said the dense trees have blocked new growth and work will start next year as plans are finalized. KISM
- ➤ Nikki Campbell joined Whatcom County Fire District 1 at the start of this year and was promoted to lieutenant on August 7—she said her move from the Burlington Fire Department changed her view on serving a community she once hesitated to serve. Lynden Tribune
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Bellingham Bells won the North Division on Tuesday after beating the Edmonton Riverhawks 5-2 and will play the Portland Pickles in the WCL championship game today. They have not reached a championship game since 2014. My Bellingham Now
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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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