News for Human Interest

This event is set to take place at The Hotel Leo on May 17th from 6pm to 9pm. This captivating event will bring together the community in support of children and families in Whatcom and Skagit Counties, promising an evening of talent, inspiration, and philanthropy.The Shine Bright Talent Showcase will feature exciting performances by students, showcasing their diverse talents and artistic ...read more

The Youth Services department of the Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) will celebrate the publication of A Forest of Words: 2024 Whatcom County Teen Poetry Anthology with a poetry reading and community gathering on Friday, May 10 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the Ferndale Library, 2125 Main St., Ferndale. Light refreshments will be served.To attend, please register at wcls.org/events.A Forest of Words ...read more

Get ready to rev your engines as Demolition Derby makes a triumphant return to the 2024 Northwest Washington Fair, kicking off the Grandstand lineup on August 8 and 9. Organized by the Whatcom County Demo Derby Club, a dedicated group passionate about delivering this exhilarating show to fairgoers each summer. Tickets for the 7 p.m. Grandstand shows will be available to the public starting at 8 ...read more

The only thing more recognizable than Ace Frehley’s signature “Spaceman” makeup is his guitar playing, and we can't wait to welcome Ace, performing KISS hits to our 2024 Bank of the Pacific Grandstand Entertainment Series. Those thundering riffs and singable solos have enshrined him as one of the most influential, inspiring, and impactful musicians of all-time. Simply put, rock ‘n’ roll and heavy ...read more

Texas-based band, Leeland, made of singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Leeland Mooring alongside guitarist and co-writer Casey Moore, are set to take the stage at the Northwest Washington Fair as part of the 2024 Bank of the Pacific Grandstand Entertainment Series.  Leeland will be performing their Contemporary Christian Music on Wednesday, August 14, at 7 pm.  Leeland came to the ...read more

Whatcom County – The Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center invites the community to join us for a fun run that is more fun than run on Saturday, June 8th. This Bellingham-based fun run benefits the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center and is hosted by Wander Brewing. Beginning with donuts at the WDRC office, participants will ‘wander’ (or sprint) along the 0.62-mile-long route to Wander Brewing. At the ...read more

 1:00 pm. – 4:00 pm.Pioneer Pavilion Community Center2007 Cherry Street, Ferndale, WA 98248 Are you seeking skilled workers or to provide higher education and resources?We can help!  Reserve your company’s recruiting or information booth today.  The Ferndale Chamber of Commerce and WorkSource are hosting a Career Resource and Job Fair from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm at the Ferndale Pavilion.  ...read more

The Port of Bellingham is pleased to announce Alaska Airlines is expanding service from Bellingham International Airport (BLI) with the addition of a third daily flight on the popular Bellingham/Seattle route. Beginning March 14th, travelers will have more flexibility and convenience with an increased frequency of flights.The new daily flight departs BLI at 6:59 pm, arriving at Seattle-Tacoma ...read more