Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of August.
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🏘️ Community
The Whatcom Humane Society Thrift Shop at Park Manor Shopping Center on Birchwood Ave offers one free book per person until Saturday, Aug.
29 to honor Dolly Parton’s love of reading + OSPI urges state leaders to restore Imagination Library funding so children get monthly free books.
Bakerview Meadows, the official name chosen for the new park, was approved by the Parks and Recreation Committee on Monday, Aug.
24. The 29 acre site includes trails, picnic shelters, playgrounds, and reserves 3.5 acres for future affordable housing while Phase 0 for maintenance is underway.
🎓 Education
Blaine School District placed a $62 million bond on the February 2027 ballot to fund a new middle school and upgrades to the Pipeline Athletic Complex; if approved, the bond will raise property taxes by about 42 cents per $1,000 of assessed value (around $18 monthly for a $515,000 home).
🌲 Environment
The USDA is accepting public comments until Sept.
21 on a proposal to repeal the Roadless Area Conservation Rule, which limits road construction and timber harvesting on thousands of acres in Washington (including parts of the North Cascades). This change aims to boost wildfire prevention and forest management.
🏛️ Government
The sheriff’s office in Whatcom County has launched its Spotlight on Service series to highlight diverse roles that keep the department running — from corrections to emergency management and remote duty, honoring both current and retired staff.
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