Lifestyle
22 hours ago
WTA bus routes in Bellingham may change in 2026
What the agency plans to do is simplify routes that service the university and add transfer spots so the buses can make more trips shuttling from the university.
22 hours ago
Whatcom County businesses grapple with tariff uncertainty as trade war wages on
From breweries to yarn shops to business advocates in the region, the conversation and impacts of tariffs continue.
1 day ago
Ty McClellan: Owner of Hardware Sales
With over half of their sales coming from internet sales, Hardware Sales is operating as a low-cost local, family business competing on a large scale. Ty McClellan is at the helm of this multi-storefront Bellingham staple.
1 day ago
Section of Mount Baker Highway to close for Mt. Baker Hill Climb race
The Mt. Baker Hill Climb starts at Snowater Road near Chair 9 and takes cyclists on a 22.4-mile ride along the Nooksack River before climbing up to Artist Point on Mount Baker with a total elevation gain of 4,482 ft.
2 days ago
Apple has unveiled its iPhone 17 lineup, including the first iPhone Air. Here’s what’s new
Apple's iPhone 17 lineup is here. The tech giant on Tuesday unveiled four new models that mark the latest editions to its marquee product.
2 days ago
Allegiant announces non-stop flights to Burbank from Bellingham
The expansion is part of Allegiant adding the Hollywood Burbank Airport as one of its new destination cities.
3 days ago
Whatcom Humane Society receives massive influx of stray cats, seeks community assistance
They're also reminding owners to microchip or put a collar on their cats so they can be returned home if they're lost.
3 days ago
Tastiest Taco Competition begins this fall in Whatcom County
The third annual competition, hosted by United Way of Whatcom County, is putting eight restaurants head-to-head to see which location has the best taco.
3 days ago
New Whatcom Museum exhibit honors Elaine Horn’s broadcasting career in Bellingham
The museum's newest exhibit celebrates the life and legacy of Elaine Horn through more than 80 photographs that span her three-decade career.
6 days ago
Washington Department of Health continues to recommend COVID-19 vaccine for state residents
Washington's Department of Health adds that appointments for COVID vaccines will remain available to any resident who wants them.
7 days ago
Lifestyle Lookout: Bellingham Greek Festival, Jam on the River in Ferndale, the Lynden Whiskey Event and more
Get ready for a weekend full of festivities in Bellingham, Ferndale and Lynden featured in this week's Lifestyle Lookout.
1 week ago
Moms’ careers and personal time are hit hard by school drop-off demands, a poll finds
About one-third of parents say taking their kids to school has caused them to miss work, according to the poll. Roughly 3 in 10 say they've been prevented from seeking or taking work opportunities. And 11% say school transportation has even caused them to lose a job.
1 week ago
Powerball jackpot jumps to $1.7 billion after another night without a big winner
The Powerball jackpot has jumped to an eye-popping $1.7 billion, after yet another drawing passed without a big winner Wednesday. The numbers selected were: 3, 16, 29, 61 and 69, with the Powerball number being 22.
1 week ago
Officials in Bellingham meet to remember the 118th anniversary of the ‘Bellingham Riot’
Thursday's memorial gathering takes place from 4-5 p.m. at the Bellingham Central Library Lawn with County Executive Satpal Sidhu and Englesberg among the featured speakers.
1 week ago
Whatcom County opens courthouse to the public for community event
People who attend will be able to hear the latest updates on the new jail, upcoming construction projects, details on the county budget and more.
1 week ago
Glen & Lisa Oostema: Owners of Oostema Farmstead
Meet Glen and Lisa Oostema who own and operate a farmstead in Lynden focused on agritourism and wagyu beef.
1 week ago
Amazon ends a program that lets Prime members share free shipping perk with users outside household
Amazon is ending a program that allows members of its Prime membership subscription program to share their free shipping benefits with people who don't have the same primary address.
2 weeks ago
Washington State Ferry to allow dogs on ferries for the next six months
Larger dogs have to stay on the floor, while small dogs should be on their owner's lap or in a carrier.
2 weeks ago
Lifestyle Lookout: Bluegrass Festival, Camping and Murder City Devils
KGMI's Adam Smith gets you up to date on all the fun things happening this Labor Day weekend in Whatcom County.
2 weeks ago
‘Lynden’ documentary hits streaming platforms nationwide
The film, simply titled "Lynden," follows a then-17-year-old girl named Amsa Burke who was adopted from Ethiopia and led the town's first-ever racial justice march following the killing of George Floyd.
