Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of November.
Good morning, Bellingham.
🏛️ Government
The North Cascades Highway reopened on Monday, Nov.
17 at 11 a.m. after a four-day closure caused by forecasted weekend snow—WSDOT has not set a winter closure date.
WSDOT announced that the right lane on southbound I-5 from the North Lake Samish overpass to just south of Chuckanut Drive will be closed from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov.
19 and Nov. 20—crews will remove rocks and drivers should expect delays.
🏈 Sports
The Mariners signed first baseman Josh Naylor to a five-year contract after he hit .299 with nine home runs and 19 stolen bases, and the Seahawks lost 21-19 to the Rams when a last-second field goal missed its mark—former Seahawks safety Kenny Easley died at 66.
Local high school teams did well as the Lynden Lions won their first state volleyball championship and four Whatcom teams advanced in football playoffs.
🎉 Bellingham Events
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Intro to the Laser Cutter Workshop
4-6 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Free for members — Get expert advice from Jason Davies on your laser projects and explore related tools.
Krampus Night 2025
6:30-10 p.m. — Chuckanut Bay Distillery — $35 — Experience a night of festive mischief with music, dancing, and a visit from Krampus.
Blaine Holiday Harbor Lights
6 PM - 1 AM — 701 Peace Portal Dr, Blaine, WA — Free entry — Experience the festive spirit with a day full of holiday activities and dazzling lights.
Laser Cutter Office Hours
4-6 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Free for members — Get expert advice on laser projects from Tool Champion Jason Davies in an informal Q&A session.
Esme's Adventures in Another World
7-3:30 p.m. — BAAY Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Embark on a magical journey with Esme in this original production full of music and adventure.
Walton Magic
1-7 p.m. — Mount Baker Theatre — Check website for ticket prices — Enjoy a captivating performance full of mind-bending magic, laughter, and wonder by resident magician John Walton.
Intro to Vector Graphics Workshop
6:00–7:30 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — 50% scholarship available — Learn to use Inkscape to create stunning vector graphics for various applications.
Contra Dance: Dec 13th
7-10 p.m. — Bellingham Public Library Fairhaven Branch — $12-$15, $8 students — Enjoy an engaging evening of dancing with live music by Heliotrope and expert calling by Laura Mé Smith.
S.O.S. Signs of Strength Film Screening
3-5 p.m. — Firehouse Arts & Events Center Bellingham — Free entry — Experience a powerful dance film exploring resilience through the stories of military veterans and their journey of strength.
Intro to the Laser Cutter
4-6 p.m. — Bellingham Makerspace — Free for members, $20 for non-members — Join experienced instructor Jason Davies for an informal Q&A about laser cutting and related tools.
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