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Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Whatcom County teachers Riley Liddle and Dave Tjoelker received Educator of the Year Awards and $5,000 prizes May 15 from the Brown & Brown Excellence in Education Award Program.
Liddle, a career and technical education teacher the last eight years at Squalicum High School in Bellingham, was presented the public-school teacher award in a ceremony at Jansen Art Center in Lynden. He received ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Bellingham, WA - Peoples Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Cassidy Benthin to Assistant Vice President and Branch Manager of the Fairway branch in Lynden. Cassidy has accumulated a decade of experience in retail banking, with four years in a managerial role. Her commitment to providing exceptional service is paramount, and she excels in offering personalized services tailored to the ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Community
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
**"Join the Fun in Birch Bay!" – All Events Free and Open to the Public
Birch Bay, WA – The Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Blaine-Birch Bay Park & Recreation District 2 and Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism, is thrilled to announce a summer full of fun, family-friendly events for residents and visitors alike. From kites to classic cars, sand sculptures to community gatherings, ...read more
Categories: Community, Chamber, Press Release
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
BELLINGHAM, WA — April 30, 2025 — The Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA) is proud to announce the appointment of Annitra Peck as its new Executive Director, effective May 1, 2025. Peck has served as NSEA’s Interim Director since January 1 and was unanimously selected by the Board of Directors to step into the role permanently.
Annitra brings more than 14 years of experience with ...read more
Categories: Press Release
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Bellingham, WA – May 28, 2025 - The Downtown Bellingham Partnership (DBP) is proud to announce that Executive Director Lindsey Payne Johnstone has been selected as one of the urban place managers for the 2025 International Downtown Association (IDA) Emerging Leader Fellowship (ELF) program. Through a competitive selection process, IDA selected 27 of the industry’s brightest senior staff ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Everson, WA – Peoples Bank is excited to announce a comprehensive home buying seminar on Wednesday, June 18th at 6:00 PM at the Everson Library. This seminar is designed to provide valuable insights and practical advice for anyone looking to purchase a home. The seminar will be led by Whitney Tjoelker, a senior mortgage loan officer at Peoples Bank. Whitney brings a wealth of experience and ...read more
Categories: Community, Chamber
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
The Port of Bellingham is pleased to announce the appointment of Matthew Rodriguez as the new Director of Aviation at Bellingham International Airport (BLI). This appointment reflects Matthew’s outstanding leadership, dedication, and deep understanding of BLI’s mission and operations.
Rodriguez has been promoted through the ranks at the Port of Bellingham, starting as an Airport Rescue ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, Press Release
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
LYNDEN, WASHINGTON – The Northwest Washington Fair is pleased to present Country
Shuffle, a concert featuring Colt Ford, David Lee Murphy, and Conner Smith on Saturday,
August 9, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Discover an incredible night of country music with three
unforgettable artists at the 2025 Northwest Washington Fair. Country Shuffle joins the Bank of
the Pacific Grandstand Entertainment ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Community
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
We're excited to announce the launch of our new website, www.diventasolutions.com, where you can explore how Diventa Solutions LLC can empower organizations and teams to thrive in the age of AI and with Organizational Development (OD) and beyond.
We offer a comprehensive suite of services, including:AI Solutions: We specialize in helping organizations leverage AI for innovation and efficiency. ...read more
Categories: Press Release
Thursday, April 24, 2025
SPRING BREAK!
Make plans for a mid week getaway to The Inn at Lynden during the months of May and June and enjoy 20% savings off the seasonal room rate.
This special is available on all room types for Sunday through Wednesday stay dates!
Book your very own spring break by calling the Inn at Lynden directly at 360/746-8597 or visiting their website: https://InnatLynden.com
Categories: Community, Press Release
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
LYNDEN, WASHINGTON – The Northwest Washington Fair is excited to offer seven days of
free or reduced gate admission for the 2025 Fair, happening August 7-16. Guests must use Gates
1 or 5 to take advantage of any of the following deals. Thursday, August 7, 2025 – NEW THIS YEAR – Community Education Day: All Whatcom
County public, private, and tribal school employees receive complimentary gate ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
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Tuesday, April 22, 2025
LYNDEN, WASHINGTON – The Lynden PRCA Rodeo is back, and this year it is celebrating its
20th anniversary. Happening Monday, August 11, and Tuesday, August 12, at 7:00 PM at The
Northwest Washington Fair, rodeo fans can experience back-to-back nights of the riveting rodeo
action they know and love, as well as celebrations to mark the milestone. The Lynden PRCA
Rodeo is part of the Bank of ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Community
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Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Bellingham, WA — Toad The Wet Sprocket continue to uplift audiences with their melodic alt rock guitars, introspective lyrics, and signature vocal harmonies that catapulted them to mainstream success 30+ years ago! The 2025 Good Intentions tour will be traveling around the U.S. with a stop at the Mount Baker Theatre in Bellingham on Thursday, July 24 featuring Semisonic and Sixpence None the ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Thursday, April 03, 2025
CONTACT:
March 25, 2025
Tanner Thompson Community Engagement Coordinator
(360) 676-0122 x 112
outreach@whatcomdrc.org
For Immediate Release:
The shortest fun run in Washington is back - the Wander to Wander 1k Presented by the Whatcom
Dispute Resolution Center
Whatcom County – The Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center invites the community to join us for a fun
run that is more fun than run ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Community
Monday, March 31, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Contact: Lorin O’Grady, Marketing Director
lorin.ogrady@mountbakertheatre.com
(360) 778-4005
The Broadway National Tour of The Addams Family Comes to Bellingham on June 4
A comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family, the magnificently macabre hit musical The
Addams Family comes to Mount Baker Theatre in Bellingham for one night ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Tuesday, February 04, 2025
Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center is pleased to announce the launch of the 2025 Youth Peace Poetry Contest.
Sponsored by Village Books, the Youth Peace Poetry contest invites Whatcom County youth, ages 4-18, to get creative and use poetry and other forms of written word to explore peaceful conflict resolution.
Themes of past poems have included resolving conflict, talking things out, ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
New Year's Resolution #1: Have Fun!
Race Week is here to help make your new year's resolution a reality July 21-25, 2025 in Bellingham! You'll race, party, and play at the region's most fun summer camp, with party themes that include Do Si Do, Christmas in July, and the fan favorite, ABBA!
We have the FUN covered and now it's up to you to wrangle up your favorite crew and get them on ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Human Interest, Community
Tuesday, January 28, 2025
The Northwest Washington Fair is pleased to announce that renowned Christian artist, Chandler Moore, will be performing at the Bank of the Pacific Grandstand Entertainment Series for the 2025 Fair, Thursday, August 14, at 7:00 PM. This show is presented by Manna Insurance Group.Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Chandler Moore, known for his chart-topping success with Maverick City Music, has ...read more
Categories: Community, Human Interest, Press Release
Monday, October 21, 2024
In the exciting journey of entrepreneurship, forming a Limited Liability Company (LLC) is a significant milestone that heralds both opportunities and responsibilities. One key aspect that LLC owners must master to thrive is the intricate world of taxes. While the prospect of maximizing your business’s tax deductions and navigating tax obligations might seem daunting, it is also your gateway to ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Press Release, Community, Chamber
Wednesday, October 02, 2024
Stepping into the world of franchising is like embarking on an exhilarating journey filled with opportunities and challenges. Imagine holding the keys to a business model that blends entrepreneurial freedom with the support of an established brand. However, as with any significant venture, the path to success is paved with critical decisions and meticulous planning. From harnessing cutting-edge ...read more
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