Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of December.
Good morning, Bellingham.
🏘️ Community
By 11 a.m. on Dec. 15, Lynden’s Readers Care Fund had received 47 donations totaling $13,355.
The contributions supported the community/senior center, Project Hope Food Bank, Nooksack Valley Food Bank, and Ferndale Food Bank, with thank-you letters noting tax deductions in partnership with the Mount Baker Rotary Foundation.
🏛️ Government
Whatcom County offers flood recovery help for residents whose properties were damaged last week.
Residents should complete an assessment for state or federal funds, drop debris off at sites on Swanson Road near Sumas and in Ferndale, or call 360-788-5303 for shelter needs + volunteer with recovery groups.
Residents in Sumas have returned following flood evacuations as the city's sewer system was restored and the Cherry Street bridge reopened, although the border crossing and Hovel Road remain closed.
Residents are advised to inspect for water leaks — pipes may be damaged — and to check the BBB before hiring contractors.
🎉 Bellingham Events
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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.
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.
Super Smash LIVE
8 PM - 12 AM — Blue Room — Extra Controllers Available — Experience a live jazz fusion performance of the Super Smash soundtrack while playing casual games or tournaments.
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