Wednesday, December 18th, 2024

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Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Bellingham City Council awarded a $1.3 million contract to Strider Construction for pedestrian upgrades in Fairhaven, including a new traffic signal and sidewalks, aiming to enhance walkability by summer 2025. KAFE
- ➤ A fire destroyed Bellingham's historic Terminal Building and claimed the life of Nathaniel Breaux, a local cafe owner and father, sparking community support for his family. My Bellingham Now
- ➤ In Whatcom County, an advocate has initiated a petition to increase the temperature threshold for opening winter shelters to help the unhoused, amid debates over resource allocation and shelter models. KISM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Bellingham, WA, a police K9 named Stella helped apprehend a suspect with outstanding felony warrants and a concealed sword. KISM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bellingham City Council votes 6-1 in favor of an interim ordinance to remove parking minimums for developers to boost housing creation. KISM
SPORTS NEWS
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Opus Performing Arts Presents: The Nutcracker
Experience the enchanting performance of The Nutcracker by Opus Performing Arts at the Mount Baker Theatre, featuring captivating music and a celebrated holiday tradition.
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Candlelight Concert: Coldplay Tribute
Experience the music of Coldplay performed by the Listeso String Quartet under a enchanting candlelight setting at Hotel Bellwether.
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Last Chance Marathon and Half Marathon at Fairhaven Park
Participate in a scenic out-and-back marathon or half marathon course at Fairhaven Park, featuring well-maintained trails with beautiful views and varying terrain.
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Introduction to Vector Graphics using Inkscape
This class teaches participants how to create and edit vector graphics using the free software Inkscape, suitable for crafting cutting files for various tools.
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