Good morning, Bellingham.

Local organizations are helping flood victims in Whatcom and Skagit counties today as the Skagit Community Foundation activates its Disaster Relief Fund, the Whatcom Long Term Recovery Group mobilizes online assistance, and Sahara Pizza is offering free meals at Mount Vernon + Stanwood locations.

Flooding forced the closure of Badger Road at Van Buren, and recovery efforts are underway as the Whatcom Long Term Recovery Group prepares to assess damage affecting between 500 & 600 families.

Volunteers met in Nooksack yesterday and will gather at A.C. Sumas Church today to help affected neighbors.

Local organizations are assisting flood victims in Whatcom and Skagit counties as the Skagit Community Foundation activated its Disaster Relief Fund while the Whatcom Long Term Recovery Group urges victims to fill out an online form (free meals are offered by Sahara Pizza in Mount Vernon and Stanwood).

High flood waters from the Nooksack River led to evacuations in Everson, Sumas, and Nooksack after record levels receded, while a landslide in Kendall damaged a home, closed bridges, and left crews assessing damage at city hall and businesses with shelter provided in Lynden through Friday night.

Local officials from Ferndale, Burlington & Everson are sharing updated flood safety information as Whatcom and Skagit counties face ongoing impacts from rising waters.

They advise residents to follow evacuation directions and monitor local alerts.

Governor Ferguson held a press conference on Friday, Dec.

12 at the Segale Levee in Tukwila to detail severe flooding and evacuation orders caused by an enduring atmospheric river, while federal funds were approved to support affected communities (including road and school closures).

Tonight, Bellingham girls will host Mount Baker as Baker boys host the Bayhawks; tomorrow, the season's first high school basketball radio doubleheader is broadcast from Lynden Christian on KGMI.

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.

Winter Paint and Sip Celebration

4-6 p.m. — Semiahmoo Resort — $35 adults / $25 kids — Celebrate the season with friends while painting and sipping festive drinks.

Good Neighbor Night at Stones Throw Brewery

5-9 p.m. — Fairhaven Stones Throw Brewery — 10% of proceeds benefit local non-profits — Network with community members over drinks and oysters.

Last Chance Marathon

9 AM – 4 PM — Fairhaven Park — Registration required — Get your final marathon fix of the year with this scenic out and back course.

2026 Awards & Installation Banquet

5-11 p.m. — Silver Reef Casino Resort — $100/person or $700/table — Celebrate in Roaring '20s style with cocktails, dinner, and dancing to SpaceBand.