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3 weeks ago in Entertainment

Dolly Parton responds to concerns about her health: ‘I’m not dying’

Dolly Parton "ain't dead yet," the country superstar said on social media Wednesday following public speculation about her health. "There are just a lot of rumors flying around. But I figured if you heard it from me, you'd know that I was okay," the 79-year-old singer said in a new two-minute video posted on Instagram.

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Whatcom County farm reaches settlement over illegal irrigation allegations

As part of the agreement, the farm will install telemetric water meters that will allow Ecology to monitor the site and make sure RAN doesn't have any more violations.

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Ferndale Halloween home decorating contest returns

Participants have until Oct. 20 to register, and voting opens on Oct. 24. 

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Sustainable Connections co-founder, Executive Director announces resignation

Long saw an expansion of the organization during his tenure, working in a variety of sectors within Whatcom County.

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CONTRIBUTED: Prepare in a Year – Practice Drop, Cover, Hold-on

If you’ve been here long, you know that the Great ShakeOut  happens every year on the third Thursday of October.…

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle

What to do if you’re underwater on your car loan

More car buyers are finding themselves in a tough spot financially. According to a recent report from Edmunds, more than 26% of new-vehicle trade-ins in the second quarter of 2025 had negative equity — the highest share in more than four years.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Raleigh, Suarez, Crawford homer and Mariners top Tigers 8-4 for a 2-1 lead in the AL Division Series

The Seattle Mariners are on the brink of a spot in the AL Championship series for the first time in 24 years. Cal Raleigh hit a two-run homer, Eugenio Suarez and J.P. Crawford had solo shots and Seattle beat the Detroit Tigers 8-4 on Tuesday night to take a 2-1 lead in the AL Division Series.

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Bill Davis: Radio Personality, Hall of Fame Broadcaster

You may know Bill Davis from his show on KAFE, but his lengthy career in radio is deeper than you may think.

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Judge rallies Yankees past Blue Jays 9-6 to save season and avert ALDS sweep

Aaron Judge hit a tying homer and drove in four runs during a clutch performance for the ages, and the New York Yankees staved off elimination by rallying from five runs down to defeat the Toronto Blue Jays 9-6 on Tuesday night in Game 3 of their AL Division Series.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

Bob Ross paintings to be auctioned to support public TV stations after federal funding cuts

Thirty paintings created by the bushy-haired, soft-spoken Bob Ross will soon be up for auction to defray the costs of programming for public television stations suffering from cuts in federal funding.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Elton John, Olivia Rodrigo, Doja Cat, Questlove, Twenty One Pilots and Raye to present at Rock Hall

A glittering list of music figures will help present awards at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony this year, including Elton John, Olivia Rodrigo, Doja Cat, Questlove, Twenty One Pilots, Missy Elliott and Raye.

3 weeks ago in National

Comey will make first court appearance in Justice Department case accusing him of lying to Congress

Former FBI Director James Comey is set to make his first court appearance Wednesday in a Justice Department criminal case accusing him of lying to Congress five years ago.

3 weeks ago in National

Hurricane Priscilla moves along Mexico in the Pacific as Tropical Storm Jerry churns in the Atlantic

Hurricane Priscilla weakened in the Pacific as it moved Wednesday along the west coast of Mexico while Tropical Storm Jerry in the Atlantic was expected to strengthen on a track for the Leeward Islands, forecasters said.

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Raleigh, Suarez, Crawford homer and Mariners top Tigers 8-4 for a 2-1 lead in the AL Division Series

Seattle RHP Bryce Miller are expected to start Game 4 on Wednesday.

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New details emerge following break-in into state capitol building

The Capitol building is back open to the public, but certain spaces are closed off as the damage starts to get repaired. 

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Lummi health officials warn community of dangerous drugs following multiple overdoses

The center says Narcan alone was not enough, and the response required ongoing breathing support.

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New sales tax funding public safety services takes effect in Bellingham next year

Starting on Jan. 1, 2026, it will add a dime to a $100 purchase. 

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Here are the 3 fashion trends that ruled spring runways

As Paris Fashion Week wrapped up this week after myriad debuts and shake-ups, three trends took hold. Shoulders were broadened and jackets snapped to attention. Skin showed on the wearer's terms. And dressy, formal fashion came back — lighter, simpler, and meant for real life, not just red carpets.

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Bellingham drivers could see speed limit changes in the near future

Using a program to evaluate areas with high collision rates and certain types of structures, Public Works is recommending lower speed limits in many locations in the city.

3 weeks ago in World

Priscilla nears major hurricane status as new tropical storm forms in the Atlantic

Hurricane Priscilla neared Category 3 status on Tuesday in the Pacific as a new tropical storm formed in the Atlantic, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said.

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2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Miguel’s ‘CAOS,’ fueled by anger and angst, is his first studio album in nearly a decade

If you wondered why Miguel didn't release a studio album for nearly a decade, his response is simple: life.

2 days ago in National

States worry about how to fill the gap in food aid ahead of a federal benefits halt

Officials in Louisiana, Vermont and Virginia pledged Thursday to keep food aid flowing to recipients in their states, even if the federal program is stalled next month because of the government shutdown.

2 days ago in National

Trump says he’s ending trade talks with Canada over TV ads

President Donald Trump announced he's ending "all trade negotiations" with Canada because of a television ad opposing U.S. tariffs that he said misstated the facts and called "egregious behavior" aimed at influencing U.S. court decisions.