Good morning, this is your Bellingham Local Frequency for Thursday, July 24, 2025.

We’re kicking things off with an important update: Whatcom County is now under a Stage 2 burn ban. That means absolutely no outdoor burning, including recreational campfires and backyard fire pits. This burn ban is in effect as fire danger has increased with this run of sunny, warm, and dry weather—and it's not just talk; the Department of Ecology has also declared a drought emergency for our county. With the risk of wildfire higher than usual, officials are emphasizing extra caution for everyone enjoying the outdoors. If you’re allergic to smoke, keep your eyes peeled this week for haze from regional wildfires, but the good news is westerly winds are expected to clear the air soon.

On the local events front, Stones Throw Brewery in Fairhaven is serving up their crowd-favorite Thursday Trivia this evening. Bring your team of up to four, grab a cold drink, and test your knowledge—just a two-dollar buy-in and family- and pet-friendly vibes all around. If you’re craving more music, local jazz project Tenderpile’s Smile Aisle will be setting just the right mood with melodic instrumental tunes this week, and you might want to mark your calendars for the upcoming Ryan Sandholm and Harry Sills performances.

Families, summertime means there is no shortage of kid-friendly activities. The Whatcom Kid Insider calendar is packed today: free story times at Village Books and area libraries for the little ones, open play at PlayDate BLI, and the always-popular spray parks and beaches—though keep in mind that some area beaches are currently closed for shellfish harvesting. If you’re looking for some movement, there’s open swim at Arne Hanna Aquatic Center or the Whatcom Family YMCA pools nearly all day.

Baseball fans can keep the local pride going as the Bellingham Bells hit the road tonight to face the Port Angeles Lefties; first pitch is at 6:35 pm. Tune in or catch a home game at Joe Martin Field later this week—the Bells season always brings that classic summer energy to town.

Things to watch this weekend: road crews from WSDOT will be closing lanes and ramps along ten miles of I-5 for overnight work—so if you’re heading out late or early, build in some extra time. There are also ongoing emergency repairs scheduled for the Hannegan Road bridge, so check those routes before you go.

Music lovers and longtime residents might enjoy hearing that Death Cab for Cutie, Bellingham’s own indie rock legends, are celebrating the twentieth anniversary of their breakout album Plans with select summer shows, reflecting a heartfelt sense of community and gratitude for their Bellingham roots.

For those curious about the latest in local tech, Xfinity’s new StreamStore has rolled out in town, letting you bundle your favorite streaming services and manage everything from one spot, designed for households eager to keep up with all their summer binge-watching.

For everyone planning to get outside this week, remember that the path to Artist Point is open again and perfect for hiking or sightseeing, just stay mindful of fire conditions. And if you want to give back or learn, local nonprofits like the Community Boating Center keep hosting events and fundraiser collaborations—so check their posts for how you can get involved.

That’s your snapshot for today in Bellingham. Stay safe out there, keep supporting your neighbors, and make the most of everything our vibrant community has to offer. This has been Bellingham Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.

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