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Bellingham
Saturday, December 20th, 2025
Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Skagit Acres sold its property on Peter Johnson Road to Blaine-based Van Wingerden Greenhouses, which will turn the site into a new garden center. Holiday markets and seasonal experiences will continue at Tulip Town through the end of the year. 1170 KPUG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The state is offering disaster aid to eligible households in Whatcom and Skagit counties impacted by historic floods, with cash benefits ranging from $450 to $1,600 and tax relief for damaged property; residents may apply by phone or at community services offices Monday-Friday until Jan. 15. My Bellingham Now
- ➤ Residents recovering from floods are urged to check contractor credentials on ProtectMyHome.net — the state tool that confirms licenses, insurance, and bonds; officials also advise using personal references and written contracts when hiring help. My Bellingham Now
- ➤ Residents in Skagit County can dispose of flood-damaged household items such as drywall, insulation, flooring, carpeting, furniture, and appliances free at the Recycling and Transfer Station in Mount Vernon, open Mon-Fri from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. until Jan. 16 (holiday exceptions apply). KAFE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The state DOH warns residents that scammers are now using its old vaccine hotline to collect bank and personal details. Residents should use the updated hotline for vaccine information as listed on the DOH website (1-866-397-0337). KISM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Seahawks clinched the NFC top seed in an overtime win against the Rams on Thursday, while the Kraken fell 4-2 to the Flames. Local sports action continues tonight as UW Huskies, high school teams including Bellingham boys, and competitors at the Great Western Shootout face their challenges. My Bellingham Now
- ➤ Western Washington University’s men's and women's teams head to Vegas for the Great Western Shootout this weekend. The men will face Colorado Mesa while the women play Eastern New Mexico today. KISM
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Noah Gundersen Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Wild Buffalo House Of Music — Tickets starting at $95 — Experience an unforgettable evening with Noah Gundersen in Bellingham.
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