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Saturday, October 11th, 2025
Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of October.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ WSDOT announced that overnight lane closures will affect I-5 in Ferndale as crews work to repave and install cable barriers on a 10-mile stretch between Blaine and the Nooksack River — the southbound left lane will close nightly from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. starting Sunday, Oct 12, and the northbound left lane will be closed Monday through Friday until Oct 17. KAFE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Department of Health received new funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture that extends WIC benefits through the end of October—even though some offices may temporarily close because of the government shutdown. Nearly 5,000 Whatcom County residents used the program last year. KISM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tonight the Mariners face the Detroit Tigers in decisive Game 5 with George Kirby starting and first pitch at 5:05 p.m. on KGMI, while Friday Night Lights shows live high school football from Lynden Christian from 3 to 7 p.m.; the Seahawks will travel to Jacksonville for a tough road game later this weekend—each game is key in this busy sports lineup. KISM
- ➤ Tonight, the Mariners host the Tigers in decisive Game 5 with coverage starting at 4:00 and first pitch at 5:05 on KGMI—while the Seahawks prepare for a Sunday road test against the Jaguars and the Kraken will host the Golden Knights tomorrow night—plus local high school teams including the Huskies and Lynden Christian are in action today. My Bellingham Now
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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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DESERT ANGEL
Join us this Sunday, October 17th at 12:30 pm, at the Pickford Film Center to watch one of their October's Official Selection DESERT ANGEL. We will have a table in the lobby with information, and we will be discussing the struggles our immigrant community is currently facing.
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Intro to the Laser Cutter
4-6 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Free for members — Get expert laser cutter insights and project tips with Jason Davies.
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How Birds Fly: The Art and Science of Avian Flight
4-5 p.m. — Village Books and Paper Dreams — Free entry — Dive into the fascinating world of avian flight with Peter Cavanagh's artful and scientific exploration.
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High Step Society Dance Party
9 PM - 1 AM — Wild Buffalo House Of Music — Cost Info not specified — Experience a dynamic blend of jazz with a big band atmosphere at this unique dance party.
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Beyond the Veil Concert
7-9 p.m. — Mount Baker Theatre — $34 — Celebrate Halloween with a spine-tingling concert featuring ghostly tunes and a costume catwalk.
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The Sea - Film Screening
3-4 p.m. — Firehouse Arts & Events Center Bellingham — $5-$15 — Experience a poignant exploration of aging and relationships through the art of dance and film.
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Intro to the Laser Cutter
4-6 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Free for members — Ask questions and get insights on your laser projects with expert guidance from Jason Davies.
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