Good morning, Bellingham.

The Mount Vernon School District board voted Oct.

21 to send a six-year, $14.5 million capital levy to the February 2027 special election ballot to fund covered bleachers, ADA seating, a multi-purpose turf field, stadium lighting and other stadium upgrades. If approved, property taxes would rise 28 cents per $1,000 of assessed value, about $12 a month on a $540,000 home.

Sumas and Whatcom County have identified actions to reduce flood risk and are moving into planning to implement those measures, with officials coordinating next steps and promising public updates as projects progress.

Studded tires are legal in Washington only from Nov.

1–March 31, so the earliest you can install them will be Sunday, Nov. 1; drivers still must carry chains when chain requirements are in effect, such as on Snoqualmie Pass (WSDOT).

The Seahawks acquired Quenton Nelson (3x All-Pro) this morning for a 2027 third-round pick and a 2028 fifth to strengthen the offensive line.

The Mariners will interview their two final manager candidates today and tomorrow and aim to name a hire by week's end.