News for Human Interest
Thursday, February 06, 2025
Dear Valued Island, Skagit or Whatcom County Employers,
As the Regional Veterans Employment Representative I would like to take this opportunity for you to consider hiring a veteran first as your needs arise because they can be a valuable asset to your company. Veterans possess many of the below listed attributes which may aid you in your business's success.
Attributes - Why Hire Veterans ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Press Release
Wednesday, February 05, 2025
The Wood Brothers have confirmed their first tour dates of 2025. The Grammy Award-nominated roots music trio has added 18 shows with headline performances in Florida and the Southeast in February and the West Coast in March. The band begins the first leg of their tour on February 6, 2025.The trio are stopping in Bellingham at the historic Mount Baker Theatre for one night only on Saturday, March ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Press Release
Wednesday, February 05, 2025
The Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce invites you to join us for the 2025 Whidbey Island Culture Fest, a celebration of the cultures that make our community so special.
This exciting two-day event will take place on May 3 - 4. 2025 along SE Pioneer Way in the heart of Oak Harbor.
We are seeking diverse and passionate vendors to help bring this vision to life. Whether you're a chef who can share the ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Human Interest
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
The City of Bellingham is acquiring 754 acres of forestland in the Lake Whatcom watershed, marking the largest purchase ever made to protect Bellingham’s drinking water source. This acquisition, approved by Bellingham City Council at their Jan. 27, 2025, meeting, will safeguard a significant area of forest from development and timber harvest.“Years in the making, this purchase is a major step ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Human Interest
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Race Week Pacific Northwest announces the move from Anacortes, WA to Bellingham, WA beginning with the 2025 event happening July 21-25, 2025 in Bellingham.
“Anacortes has been a great venue for our event for the past 4 years,” stated Schelleen Rathkopf, Producer of Race Week. “But we’ve maxed out all the available guest moorage that is available to us at Cap Sante Marina, and we’d like to ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, 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: Human Interest, Community, Press Release
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: Human Interest, Community, Press Release
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
The Northwest Washington Fair is thrilled to welcome country music sensation, Jake Owen, to the 2025 Bank of the Pacific Grandstand Entertainment Series.Owen will take the stage on Wednesday, August 13 at 7:00 PM. This show is presented by Manna Insurance Group. With ten No.1 hit singles and over 3 billion U.S. on-demand streams, Jake Owen has ascended to stardom as a mainstay country staple. ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, Human Interest
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
There’s something new happening at the top of Yew Street Road in Bellingham! Cascade Radio Group is now… Pacific Northwest Media Group!Over the past year and a half, Cascade Radio Group has significantly expanded their local portfolio to include PNW Perks, a half-price deal platform, a free, online news site (MyBellinghamNow.com) as well as adding enhanced digital marketing services.“We’re ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, Human Interest
Wednesday, January 08, 2025
Enjoy the steep slopes of Mt. Baker and deep discounts on our cozy rooms with our chilly-season multi-day discount—a deal too cool to pass up!
Stay one night and receive 10% off our seasonal rate. Extend your stay and receive 20% off the second night. Extend again and receive 30% off the third night.
You don’t need to be a skier to enjoy these savings! Sledders, shredders, tubers, snowshoers, ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Press Release
