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Bellingham
Thursday, November 20th, 2025
Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of November.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ WSU Whatcom County Extension 4-H held its Achievement Night on Nov. 14 at Laurel Church in Bellingham, where Barnyard Kids and Barn Buddies received the 4-H Club Reporter Award for 2024-2025—recognizing their monthly reports for the Lynden Tribune. Lynden Tribune
- ➤ Students from Lynden Christian High School worked at Schoolyard Park last week to lay wood chips on the new children's playground. City officials said park development along Edson and Glenning streets will continue in 2026. Lynden Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Conservationists warned yesterday that draft legislation amending the Marine Mammal Protection Act could lower safeguards for humpback whales, orcas and killer whales in Washington waters—experts said funding cuts and looser restrictions risk undoing decades of recovery progress after an Oregon whale incident. FOX13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ WSDOT released travel charts that show heavy congestion on I-5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. between Nov. 26 and Dec. 1—drivers will face additional delays on I-90 and US 2 and should plan their trips to avoid peak times. FOX13
- ➤ At a Tuesday meeting, the Port of Bellingham approved a year-long feasibility study by Global Ports Holding to review the potential for a cruise ship business—this study will check market demand and needed infrastructure improvements, and if a market exists, large vessels may visit years later. 1170 KPUG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Brett Lott has boosted Bellingham Bike Polo through his nonprofit Incite Cycles by setting up weekly practices that began at an elementary school and later moved to a downtown parking garage after the city provided a shipping container for gear—he hosted a recent tournament where 29 teams signed up through a lottery, including four local teams, and he plans to expand the sport for more players and fans. KISM
- ➤ The Kraken lost 4-2 in Detroit after an early lead fell away and the Atlanta Falcons announced today that former UW star Michael Penix Jr. had season-ending surgery for a torn left ACL. Seattle signed Brenden Rice—son of Hall of Fame receiver Jerry Rice—while UW Huskies won 99-93 in double overtime and WWU Vikings travel to Honolulu for a late-night game. KISM
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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