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WWU to begin construction of new student center in March

The facility is expected to be finished in fall 2027.

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Lifestyle Lookout: Experience local beer, music and entertainment in Whatcom County this weekend

Here's your list of events happening in Whatcom County this weekend.

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Interurban Trail reopens in Bellingham

Its reopening follows an eight-month closure for a fish passage project.

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Whatcom County to hold second community engagement session for new jail

It comes ahead of major decisions on the jail's size, scope and budget this spring.

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State lawmakers mull bill to offer more funding to WWU amid critical budget cuts

It comes as Western has consistently received the lowest per-student funding in the state.

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Low-interest loans now available for Sumas businesses impacted by December flood

The deadline to apply for physical damage loans is April 27, while any loan applications dealing with business economic damage is due by Nov. 24. 

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PeaceHealth to consolidate priority care centers in Bellingham

The clinics offer same-day support for non-emergency health concerns.

4 weeks ago in National

Hillary Clinton is testifying as part of the House investigation into Jeffrey Epstein

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is testifying before U.S. House lawmakers in New York on Thursday as part of a congressional investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, starting off two days of depositions that will also include former President Bill Clinton.

4 weeks ago in National

Memorial services for Jesse Jackson begin at Chicago headquarters of his civil rights organization

Cross-country memorial services for the Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. are set to begin Thursday in Chicago, the city the late civil rights leader called home.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment

Park Chan-wook will lead the Cannes Film Festival jury, will be the 1st Korean in the role

Park Chan-wook, the Korean filmmaker of "Oldboy" and "No Other Choice," will head the jury at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, festival organizers announced Thursday.

4 weeks ago in Trending, World

FIFA’s Infantino has ‘complete confidence’ in Mexico to host World Cup games despite cartel violence

The violence that erupted in Mexico after the death of a powerful drug lord has left many questioning whether the country will be able to co-host the World Cup in just over three months. FIFA President Gianni Infantino thinks it can.

4 weeks ago in Sports

Max Scherzer and Toronto Blue Jays agree to $3 million, 1-year deal, AP source says

Max Scherzer is returning to the Toronto Blue Jays. Two weeks into spring training, the three-time Cy Young Award winner has agreed with the reigning American League champions on a $3 million, one-year contract, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press early Thursday.

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CONTRIBUTED: Emergency Preparedness for Every Age 

It’s not just what and when. Do you know where you’ll go? If you’ve got family in the area, that’s a top choice. Otherwise, making arrangements through a community group, church, neighborhood association or friends is an important step to take right now.

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Graham Ike scores 19 points as No. 9 Gonzaga beats Portland 89-48 to clinch WCC crown

Braeden Smith added 15 points for the Bulldogs (28-2, 16-1), who avenged their 87-80 loss at Portland on Feb. 4.

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Wyatt Johnston’s two goals lead Stars past Kraken 4-1

Dallas swept the three-game season series for the third consecutive season.

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Mount Baker Ski Area forecast to see up to one foot of snow this week

Forecasters warn that snow-covered roads may make travel very difficult.

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Former Sheriff’s Office detective sues Whatcom County over claims of gender discrimination and harassment

Samantha Robinson's lawsuit in Skagit County follows a tort claim she filed last fall.

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Northwest Sports Update: Kraken return to ice, M’s continue high-scoring spring training, broadcast schedule for opening round of state basketball and more

The Kraken are back tonight after taking three weeks off for a highly successful Olympics for the United States.

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Whatcom County to consider adding new sales tax to fund criminal justice services

Several localities including Bellingham, Lynden and Skagit County have already approved the new tax.

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‘Incredibly challenging and wily river’: What’s next for the Nooksack River

A recently begun study looks at whether the Nooksack River will change course and how it could happen. At the same time, officials are looking to protect the riverside communities from future disastrous flooding.

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10 hours ago in Lifestyle

Here’s how to recycle those old laptops, iPhones and earbuds lying around

Many consumers are guilty of filling drawers or closets with old laptops, cellphones, fitness trackers and other electronic devices once they are no longer needed. It's hard to know where to recycle those items, or it seems costly and inconvenient.

7 hours ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports, Professional, Sports

Seahawks, WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba agree to 4-year, $168.8 million deal, AP source says

Smith-Njigba's new deal surpasses that of Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase, who signed a $161 million extension with $112 million guaranteed last March.

11 hours ago in Sports

Tiger Woods to play TGL match final for his Jupiter Links with a title on the line

Tiger Woods has put himself into the lineup Tuesday night for his Jupiter Links team in the TGL final, waiting until the last day to make his first appearance in the tech-infused indoor league.

11 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

Now a true pop star, Miley Cyrus returns to her ‘Hannah Montana’ roots to fete anniversary special

Sporting that "Hannah Montana" blond hair and bangs, Miley Cyrus went back to her roots — celebrating 20 years of the TV show that launched the career of a real-life pop star.

1 day ago in Entertainment

Box Office: ‘Project Hail Mary’ blasts off with $80.5 million, a best for Amazon MGM, and the year

"Project Hail Mary" is bringing audiences to movie theaters in numbers the industry hasn't seen for a non-franchise film since "Oppenheimer." The science fiction epic starring Ryan Gosling earned around $80.5 million in ticket sales in its first weekend playing in North America, according to studio estimates Sunday.

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