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Bellingham
Tuesday, August 26th, 2025
Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Everson Police rescued a person who became stranded on a log jam at the 6200 block on Lawrence Road while inner tubing on the Nooksack River Friday afternoon+ he wore a life jacket approved by the US Coast Guard+ he sustained no injuries. KISM
- ➤ Everson Police rescued a person stranded on the Nooksack River Friday after he became stuck on a log jam near the 6200 block of Lawrence Road—Whatcom Fire District 1 confirmed he had no injuries and he was wearing a life jacket. KAFE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The main lot at Bellingham International Airport is closed until Sept. 12 for upgrades to an automated parking system—economy parking will close Sept. 15 until Oct. 3 for similar updates. Travelers should plan ahead as parking reservations will not be available until the work is complete. KISM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Whatcom County Health and Community Services has recalled frozen shrimp sold under the brands Sand Bar, Best Yet, Arctic Shores, Great American and First Street between July 17 and Aug. 8 due to possible radioactive contamination. The recall follows an FDA detection of Cesium-137 in one shipment—no illnesses have been reported so far. KISM
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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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The Neighborhood Kids Live at Sh'Bang Festival 2025
12-6 p.m. — Lookout Arts Quarry — Free entry — Enjoy a lively performance by The Neighborhood Kids and local hip hop artists at the Sh'Bang Festival.
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Mat Kearney Live Concert
7-9 p.m. — Mount Baker Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening with the acclaimed singer-songwriter Mat Kearney as he performs fan favorites.
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Wilderness First Aid Training
9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. — Larrabee State Park — Pricing varies — Gain crucial wilderness medical skills while enjoying the scenic beauty of Bellingham.
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Introduction to the Laser Cutter
4-6 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Free entry for members — Learn about laser cutting, vector graphics, and more with expert Jason Davies.
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An Evening of Self-Compassion
6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Discover how to cultivate kindness towards yourself and manage difficult emotions effectively.
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Intro to Vector Graphics Workshop
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — $Cost info available via inquiry — Master the art of vector graphics using Inkscape with expert guidance.
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The Lone Bellow Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Mount Baker Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the transcendent harmonies and live energy of Brooklyn's rising band.
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Intro to the Laser Cutter
4-6 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Free for members — Explore laser cutting and ask questions during this informal Q&A session with expert Jason Davies.
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