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Bellingham
Saturday, October 4th, 2025
Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of October.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jasmine Ikeda — an Orcas Island resident — was detained by the Israeli military on Oct. 1 while joining an aid flotilla bound for Gaza. Representative Rick Larsen said he contacted her family and the State Department to ensure she receives humane treatment and to secure her release. KISM
- ➤ Skagit County officials announced a 90-day hiring freeze on Oct. 3 to hold off on filling positions amid a $19 million general fund deficit for the 2026 budget—county leaders are considering options like a new public safety sales tax similar to one that the Bellingham City Council will vote on next week; the preliminary budget is set for public comment on November 17. KAFE
- ➤ The Whatcom Transportation Authority approved a $6.2 million purchase of the former Lighthouse Mission Base Camp property on Cornwall Avenue on Oct. 3 with a closing expected on Oct. 20 and will use the building for office space starting in early 2026 while planning to work with a private developer on mixed housing. The agency announced plans to build a new bus station with increased capacity—construction will begin as early as 2030 and expand the facility from 10 to 20 gates. KAFE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ State health data shows that two sinks at Silver Beach Elementary School had lead levels 800 times above safe limits—one tap was removed by August and later contractor tests did not replicate the high readings. KISM
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Introduction to the Laser Cutter
4-6 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Free for members — Engage in an informal Q&A about laser projects and various maker tools.
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Indigenous Peoples' Day Primer with Rena Priest and Caskey Russell
6-7 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Celebrate Indigenous authors while exploring themes of community and environmental stewardship in literature.
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Diving Before Dawn: A Dream Exploration by Sandi Madison
4-5 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Engage in a book talk and interactive activity about the metaphorical language of dreams with local author Sandi Madison.
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Kendall Lujan & Band Live
7-11 p.m. — The Orion (Oddfellows) — Check event page for ticket price — Experience a night of live music with Kendall Lujan & Band in Bellingham.
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Intro to Vector Graphics Workshop
6-7:30 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Cost varies — Learn to create vector graphics using Inkscape with seasoned designer Jason Davies.
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Volunteer Opportunity: Community Work Party at Big Rock Garden Park
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Big Rock Garden Park — Free entry — Help clean sculptures and tidy this peaceful park suitable for all ages.
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