Whatcom Word, the word of Whatcom
- by City of BellinghamWaterfront park construction, Community Streets program, library renovation, and more: A news update from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamThe City will publish easier-to-understand agendas and meeting materials a week before Council meetings.
- by City of BellinghamElected officials advocate for City priorities in Olympia, Squalicum Pier reopens, new public art, and more: A news update from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamBig park updates, the return of the salmon cam, help with utility bills, and more: A news update from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamDr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebrations, City Council changes, minimum wage increase, and more: A news update from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamHannegan Road will reopen December 24-28 before additional repair work resumes
- by City of BellinghamNew Year’s festivities, the latest on road closures, a winter reading challenge, and more: A news update from the City of Bellingham.
- by City of BellinghamFlooding update, indoor recreation survey, big housing news, and more: A news update from the City of Bellingham.
- by City of BellinghamEssence of Bellingham Photo Competition winners, the future of indoor recreation, holiday cheer, and more: A news roundup from the City of Bellingham
- by City of BellinghamThe temporary day shelter will open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. following a nighttime activation of the County-run Severe Weather Shelter.
- The 200 block of E Wiser Lake Road is signed for Water Over Roadway. Drivers use caution.
- Marshall Hill Road is closed east of Cronk Road.
- Sunset Avenue is closed between Graveline Road and Pacific Highway.
- Thiel Road is signed for Abrupt Lane Edge at Van Dyk Road. Drivers use caution.
- W Smith Road is signed for Water Over Roadway at Hovander.
- Slotemaker Road is signed for Abrupt Lane Edge in the 8100 block.
- Oat Coles Road is posted for Water Over Roadway south of South Pass Road, near the bridge.
- Lampman Road is closed at S Church Road.
- Bayon Road is closed from address number 1974 to Marine Drive.
- Academy Road is posted 'Single Lane Road' between the 2100 Block and the dead end.
- We have a small craft for marine waters. Rainy and breezy today with moderate temperatures. Happy Ground Hog Day, 6 more weeks of winter! Our Hazard Mitigation Plan update has begun.
- We have a small craft and coastal flood advisory for marine waters. Rain and breezy today with moderate temperatures. Another system moves in overnight bringing showers for Sunday. Our Hazard Mitigation Plan update has begun.
- The February 3 Special District General Election is just 4 days away. It’s time to vote and return your ballot on time!
- Jon Dukes, Alternative Response Team Supervisor, reflects on the work of community response
- The Whatcom County Council is looking for applicants to fill several special district positions responsible for providing oversight of agricultural drainage.
- Measles cases are increasing in Western Washington and across the United States. The risk to our community is increasing, and the bad news is that Whatcom County is at risk because our vaccine rate is too low to prevent an outbreak.
- Dry dock bids will be opened on Tuesday, February 3. We will share confirmed dry dock dates and additional details as soon as they’re available.
- Visit our website to access the most current fecal bacteria water quality monitoring results.
- We will continue to support and recommend vaccines for kids because we know these vaccines are safe and save lives. You can also ask us your vaccine questions at [email protected] or by phone at 360-778-6100.
- The Whatcom Chief will be out of service from 10:10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 11, to inspect and maintain the ferry terminal facilities at both Lummi Island and Gooseberry Point.
- Event date: February 11, 2026 Event Time: 01:00 PM – 02:30 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: February 3, 2026 Event Time: 08:30 AM – 08:00 PMLocation: 311 Grand Avenue Suite B3Bellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: February 6, 2026 Event Time: 12:30 PM – 01:30 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event dates: February 5, 2026 – February 19, 2026Event Time: 05:00 PM – 06:30 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: February 3, 2026 Event Time: 04:00 PM – 06:00 PMLocation: 5280 Northwest DrivePortable BuildingBellingham, WA 98226
- Event date: February 12, 2026 Event Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AMLocation: 311 Grand Avenue Suite B3Bellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: February 10, 2026 Event Time: 08:00 AM – 08:00 PMLocation: 311 Grand Ave Suite 103Bellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: February 2, 2026 Event Time: 08:30 AM – 04:30 PMLocation: 311 Grand Ave Suite 103Bellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: February 11, 2026 Event Time: 10:10 AM – 03:00 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: February 4, 2026 Event Time: 05:40 AM – 02:40 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: February 9, 2026 Event Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AMLocation: 509 Girard StreetBellingham, WA 98225Description:Hybrid – Zoom and In person
- Event date: February 12, 2026 Event Time: 06:00 PM – 09:00 PMLocation: 5280 Northwest DrivePortable BuildingBellingham, WA 98226
- Event date: February 7, 2026 Event Time: 12:00 AM – 11:59 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: February 12, 2026 Event Time: 07:00 AM – 08:30 AMLocation: 509 Girard StreetBellingham, WA 98225Description:Open Public Meeting of the Public Health Advisory Board
- Event date: February 12, 2026 Event Time: 08:30 AM – 10:00 AMLocation: 110 Unity StreetWhatcom County, WA 98225
- Event date: February 3, 2026 Event Time: 01:00 PM – 11:59 PMLocation: 311 Grand Ave1st FloorBellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: February 3, 2026 Event Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMLocation: 311 Grand Ave1st FloorBellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: February 10, 2026 Event Time: 12:00 AM – 11:59 PMLocation: 311 Grand Ave1st FloorBellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: February 16, 2026 Event Time: 08:00 AM – 04:30 PMLocation: Whatcom County, WA 98225