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17 hours ago in Sports
Broncos’ 2-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons retires after 32 interceptions in his 9-year career
Two-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons has retired following a nine-year career, including eight seasons with the Denver Broncos. The Broncos announced Simmons' retirement on Wednesday and noted the news came exactly 10 years after the team selected the safety in the third round from Boston College in 2016.
24 hours ago in Sports
Wild going home against Stars with chance to advance in NHL playoffs for 1st time since 2015
Mats Zuccarello and the Minnesota Wild are now in the position that they try to be in every season in the NHL playoffs. Things feel a bit different now, with the Wild going home for Game 6 on Thursday night with a chance to eliminate the Dallas Stars and advance to the second round for the first time since 2015.
24 hours ago in Sports
NCAA remains on track to expand to a 76-team March Madness bracket for next season
The NCAA is still deliberating expanding March Madness on both the men's and women's sides to 76 teams for next season — a much-expected development that's been in the works for years.
2 days ago in Sports
Thunder breeze through the first round for a 3rd straight year and brace for tougher games ahead
Oklahoma City's first-round dominance in the NBA playoffs continues. The road should get at least a little tougher in the coming weeks — but there's little doubt the defending champions are well-equipped to defend their title.
3 days ago in Sports
Paige Bueckers says it’s all business with Azzi Fudd as they try to win with the Dallas Wings
Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers said her relationship with teammate and fellow No. 1 overall pick Azzi Fudd will have no effect on what they do on the court as they try to turn around a franchise with a long history of losing.
Lifestyle
15 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local
Portal Container Village on Bellingham waterfront set to open on May 1
The waterfront site will host local vendors, activities and several major events during the summer.
24 hours ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Stir well, slap lightly. Tips for making a mint julep worthy of the Kentucky Derby
Horses are poised, bets are on, hats are at the ready and the bourbon is standing by, ready to be poured into thousands of mint julep cocktails. It must be Kentucky Derby weekend.
2 days ago in Community Events, Lifestyle, Local
Tulip season extends in Skagit County
This season has been longer than usual as some farms opened as early as March 21 amid an early bloom.
2 days ago in Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Outdoors
CONTRIBUTED: SAR tips for outdoor recreation in Whatcom County
The experts at Whatcom County Search and Rescue (SAR) have some tips for them – and us all.
3 days ago in Lifestyle
Is TMI really such a bad thing? Here’s the case for oversharing
Most people worry about the risks of oversharing, but in reality, opening up often builds trust and leads to stronger relationships. So, how do you know when it's TMI or if you're not sharing enough?
News from My Bellingham Now
13 hours ago in Government, Local
Whatcom County Council votes unanimously to create Lummi Island ferry district
It would allow the county to collect a tax from unincorporated residents to fund the Whatcom Chief's maintenance and operation.
13 hours ago in Business, Local
Whatcom County’s unemployment rate ticks up in February
The state is still seeing its highest rates in five years amid a tough job market.
14 hours ago in Government, Local
Whatcom County nears initial budget for new jail
The county council voted to preliminarily approve the budget Tuesday night following three hours of public comment.
14 hours ago in Local
Northbound I-5 lane to close overnight this weekend for roadwork
The closure timeline is subject to change if weather impacts the concrete curing process.
14 hours ago in Government, Local
Port of Bellingham approves Tiffany DeSimone as new executive director
DeSimone has served as interim director since the Port parted ways with former director Rob Fix last summer.
14 hours ago in Education, Government, Local
Levy to fund public school upgrades fails to pass in Lynden
Current tallies show about 33% of eligible voters cast their ballot in this special election.
15 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local
Portal Container Village on Bellingham waterfront set to open on May 1
The waterfront site will host local vendors, activities and several major events during the summer.
2 days ago in Local, Tribal News
Lummi Nation files lawsuit against Whidbey Telecom, others for ‘series of unlawful failures’
The Lummi Nation is demanding a jury trial, citing several federal and state statute violations.
2 days ago in Education, Local
Bellingham Public Schools joins News Literacy Project fellowship, receives $30,000 grant
Bellingham is the first school district in Washington accepted into the program.
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