Good morning, Bellingham.

WECU activated its flood relief program yesterday in response to flooding and severe weather risks in Bellingham—offering financial assistance to affected members and nonmembers.

Lynden Community/Senior Center will receive support from the 2025 Readers Care Fund, joining three other nonprofits benefitting from a program that has gathered over 2,000 donations + $250,000 to help meet basic needs in north Whatcom County.

At its Dec. 18 meeting, the Nooksack Valley School Board reviewed the recent flood's impact on school facilities, staff, and students (no calendar changes are needed).

Superintendent Matt Galley explained that schools will continue to follow the current schedule.

Woburn St fully reopened Dec.

23 between Lakeway Dr and Iowa St after pipe repairs and stabilization— Hannegan Rd is open Dec. 24 through Dec. 28 between Bakerview Rd and Van Wyck Rd for holiday travel while crews resume permanent repairs on Dec. 29.

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.

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.

Puzzle Hustle

6-7:30 p.m. — Bloedel Donovan Park — $30/team — Compete in a jigsaw puzzle race for a chance to win prizes.

Community Work Party at Fairhaven Park

10 a.m.-1 p.m. — Fairhaven Park Pavilion — Free — Help improve the Outdoor Classroom and Native Plant Garden while enjoying the outdoors.