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Allegiant Airlines will launch non-stop flights from Bellingham to Hollywood Burbank Airport starting February 12, 2026. This service expands Bellingham's Allegiant destinations to four in Southern California and seven overall. The addition supports Allegiant's strategic growth in new destination markets.
Whatcom County businesses affected by summer drought can apply for federal low-interest loans. The Small Business Administration offers Economic Injury Disaster Loans up to $2 million for eligible businesses, with applications due by April 6. Farmers and ranchers do not qualify for this assistance.
The Mariners aim for their fourth consecutive win against the St. Louis Cardinals after a 4-2 victory last night. Meanwhile, the Storm fight for a playoff spot in their regular season finale against the Golden State Valkyries. In NFL news, the 49ers face injuries to key players, including tight end George Kittle.
Let’s Go Washington proposes two initiatives to the state Legislature aimed at increasing parental access to student records and barring transgender girls from participating in female sports. The political action committee believes both measures will garner bipartisan support and plans to gather sufficient signatures by year-end.
The Whatcom Humane Society in Bellingham, WA, seeks community support after a sudden increase in stray cats has filled its kennels. The shelter urges the public to donate supplies and adopt rather than buy from breeders. They emphasize the importance of microchipping pets for safe return if lost.
South Whatcom Fire Chief Mitch Nolze announced that Fire Station 22, known as the Sudden Valley Station, will begin renovations around October 6. Tiger Construction has secured the contract for the repairs, and fire crews will temporarily operate from Station 21 during the renovation. The station is expected to reopen sometime next year.
The Whatcom Museum in Bellingham honors broadcasting pioneer Elaine Horn with a new exhibit featuring over 80 photographs from her three-decade career. The exhibit, which opens on September 6, showcases Horn's influence as a television personality and advocate for women in media.
United Way of Whatcom County launches its third annual Tastiest Taco Competition this fall, inviting the community to sample and vote on tacos from eight local restaurants. Participants can purchase a $30 booklet for one free taco at each venue, with proceeds supporting the Community Impact Fund for residents facing financial hardship. The taco tour runs from September 30 to October 28.
Fire crews battled difficult smoke conditions while attempting to contain the Perry Fire, which has burned 1,557 acres near Ross Lake since late August. A smoke inversion hampered aerial operations, but conditions improved as temperatures cooled in the North Cascades. Helicopters and boat crews are actively working to protect nearby campgrounds.
The Washington Department of Ecology rejected a federal draft report, claiming it downplays climate change effects and misrepresents scientific research. Governor Bob Ferguson emphasized the dangers posed by climate change, with Washington experiencing nearly two degrees of warming since 1900. Ecology warns of increasing extreme weather events, including flooding, droughts, and wildfires, and calls for expedited emission cuts.