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.
- 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.
- This page lists road closures and restrictions related to weather in Whatcom County (County roads). Please note that conditions can change rapidly, and there may be a delay between when a road is closed and when staff can update this list.
- 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.
- The Bellingham Severe Weather Shelter will stay open for an additional night, adding Sunday night, Jan. 25. The SWS will close Monday morning, Jan. 26.
- Effective March 2, 2026 the ex parte fee for civil filings will increase from $15 to $20.
- Whatcom County is offering a Healthy Children’s Fund Winter Storm Recovery Assistance Program to organizations that can help families with young children recover from the December 2025 winter storm.
- Ballots for the Diking and Drainage district general election will be mailed to property owners in Consolidated Drainage Improvement District 21 and Drainage Improvement District 15 will receive a ballot.
- Ballots for the Diking and Drainage district general election will be mailed to property owners in Consolidated Drainage Improvement District 21 and Drainage Improvement District 15 will receive a ballot.
- The Bellingham Severe Weather Shelter is opening overnight starting Wednesday, Jan. 21, for four nights, closing Sunday morning, Jan. 25. Some folks have asked why the Bellingham SWS didn’t open over the weekend. See our explanation below.
- 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
- Event date: February 10, 2026 Event Time: 08:00 PM – 08:15 PMLocation: 311 Grand Avenue Suite B3Bellingham, WA 98225
- Event date: February 10, 2026 Event Time: 08:30 AM – 08:00 PMLocation: 311 Grand Avenue Suite B3Bellingham, WA 98225