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3 fans. 60 Super Bowls. This might be their last time going to the big game

It just wouldn't feel like the Super Bowl for them if they weren't all there. And this might be the last time they all do it. That's what three old friends were coming to grips with just before this year's Super Bowl. The trio of octogenarians are the only fans left in the exclusive "never missed a Super Bowl" club.

2 days ago

Brian Kerkvliet: Co-founder of Salish Seed Guild

The Salish Seed Guild works to promote biodiversity and sustainable agriculture in Whatcom County. One of the founders, Brian Kerkvliet, takes his efforts as a biodynamic homesteader seriously as he helps to educate the local gardeners in the Cascade bioregion.

3 days ago

A 13-year-old Australian boy swims for hours to save his mother and siblings who were swept away

A 13-year-old boy is credited with saving his family after he swam for four hours in choppy waters off the coast of Western Australia to alert authorities that his mother and two younger siblings had been swept away.

3 days ago

Why Pet Dental Health Matters More Than Most Whatcom County Owners Realize

Veterinary teams encourage Whatcom County pet owners to ask about dental health during routine wellness visits. Regular dental care helps reduce pain, protect overall health and allow pets to live longer, more comfortable lives.

4 days ago

It’s never too early to prepare for wildfire smoke

Is February too early to be thinking and talking about the coming wildfire season? On one hand, it is because…

1 week ago

CONTRIBUTED: The flood waters are gone; now what?

More than a month after flooding covered much of Whatcom County, causing millions of dollars in damage to homes and…

2 weeks ago

Lifestyle Lookout: Fire and Story, local art exhibits and hip-hop in Whatcom County this weekend

Need something to do this weekend? KGMI's Adam Smith has your plans covered.

2 weeks ago

Celine Parton: Organizer, performer at Bellingham Folk Festival

In its twelfth year, the Bellingham Folk Festival showcases a host of different styles of folk music, allowing musicians from both near and far to connect over their mutual love of music. Organizer Celine Parton talks about the grassroots event and what attendees can look forward to this year.

3 weeks ago

Cathy Buckley: Owner & Manager of Bellingham Athletic Club

Celebrating 50 years of business in Bellingham, the athletic club has evolved through the years with expansions and ownership changes. Since 1997, Cathy Buckley has owned and operated the athletic club.

4 weeks ago

Rescuers use drone technology to find dog that escaped along New Jersey Turnpike

A dog escaped from a rest stop along the New Jersey Turnpike and wandered for about 25 miles (40 kilometers) before she was found safe the next day with help from a drone.

4 weeks ago

Marci & Colby Abshire: Owners at Slice of Heaven Bakery & Cafe

Sibling duo Marci and Colby Abshire opened the shop in 2022 after Marci's successful home baking operation and the team took on cooking up and delivering meals to immunocompromised community members during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, their bakery and cafe offer many flavors and options for both in-house meals and catered events.

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The Milan Cortina Olympics will start with a four-site and two-cauldron opening ceremony

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An unprecedented four-site, dual-cauldron Winter Olympics opening ceremony replete with references to Italian icons and culture — plus American pop diva Mariah Carey — was scheduled to officially start the Milan Cortina Games on Friday as the sports spectacle returns to a nation that last hosted the event 20 years ago.

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3 fans. 60 Super Bowls. This might be their last time going to the big game

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It just wouldn't feel like the Super Bowl for them if they weren't all there. And this might be the last time they all do it. That's what three old friends were coming to grips with just before this year's Super Bowl. The trio of octogenarians are the only fans left in the exclusive "never missed a Super Bowl" club.

19 hours ago in Entertainment

Not just pups this time: ‘Puppy Bowl’ embraces older dogs

This year, the Puppy Bowl isn't just about puppies. Older dogs are getting some attention, too. There will be a halftime showdown between Team Oldies and Team Goldies, offering a showcase for senior dogs as a reminder that they also need adoption and love.

19 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Fans race to learn Spanish before Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show

Bad Bunny is expected to perform the Super Bowl halftime show on Sunday entirely in Spanish — which has inspired fans to quickly learn the language.

20 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Antetokounmpo remains with Bucks as NBA trade deadline passes

Giannis Antetokounmpo had been the center of attention heading into the trade deadline amid reports that the Milwaukee Bucks started listening to offers for the two-time MVP and nine-time all-NBA selection. But when the deadline arrived at 3 p.m. ET, Antetokounmpo remained in Milwaukee.