Lifestyle
2 hours ago
Stir well, slap lightly. Tips for making a mint julep worthy of the Kentucky Derby
Horses are poised, bets are on, hats are at the ready and the bourbon is standing by, ready to be poured into thousands of mint julep cocktails. It must be Kentucky Derby weekend.
17 hours ago
Tulip season extends in Skagit County
This season has been longer than usual as some farms opened as early as March 21 amid an early bloom.
21 hours ago
CONTRIBUTED: SAR tips for outdoor recreation in Whatcom County
The experts at Whatcom County Search and Rescue (SAR) have some tips for them – and us all.
2 days ago
Is TMI really such a bad thing? Here’s the case for oversharing
Most people worry about the risks of oversharing, but in reality, opening up often builds trust and leads to stronger relationships. So, how do you know when it's TMI or if you're not sharing enough?
2 days ago
College students wary of the job market are changing course in search of ‘AI-proof’ majors
Two years ago, Josephine Timperman arrived at college with a plan. She declared a major in business analytics, figuring she'd learn niche skills that would stand out on a resume and help land a good job after college. But the rise of artificial intelligence has scrambled those calculations.
6 days ago
Lowland lake fishing, Trout Derby set to kick off on April 25
The state has stocked over 15 million trout and kokanee in hundreds of lowland lakes and ponds across the state.
6 days ago
Lifestyle Lookout: Celebrate Trails Day, native plant sale, bingo and more this weekend in Whatcom County
Get outside and enjoy these events this weekend in Whatcom County.
7 days ago
Race Week aims to make waves in return to Bellingham this summer
The week-long regatta with rich tradition takes place on Bellingham Bay from July 20-24.
1 week ago
What to know about psychedelic retreats, a booming business with few safety guardrails
Surging interest in the purported benefits of psychedelic drugs has given rise to books, documentaries and conferences dedicated to the mind-altering substances. Now add one more business to the list: psychedelic retreats.
1 week ago
Chick-fil-A announces late April grand opening in Whatcom County
Anyone who dresses in cow print can get a free meal on April 30.
1 week ago
To make hosting less stressful, strive for connection and not perfection
Inviting friends and family members over for a celebration, holiday or routine dinner provides an opportunity for connection, but pressure to serve good-tasting food in a clean and welcoming environment can deter many people from hosting or prevent them from being fully present with their guests when they do.
2 weeks ago
WSDOT begins work to move Bellingham Graffiti Rock from I-5 site
WSDOT added the rock cannot physically be removed in one piece, but explosives won't be used to break it apart.
2 weeks ago
Lifestyle Lookout: Skagit Valley Tulip Festival blooms, April Brews Day returns to Bellingham and more events this weekend
Whatever the weather brings, there is so much to do this weekend in Whatcom County. We have it all for you on the docket in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout.
2 weeks ago
CONTRIBUTED: First Aid and CPR (the life you save could be your own)
Raise your hand if you’ve ever pressed your lips onto Resusci Annie. For generations, locals have learned to give the…
2 weeks ago
Shanna Sheridan: Bellingham Beer Alliance, Bellingham Cider Company
Shanna Sheridan found her way to her job as Brand Ambassador and Event Coordinator at Bellingham Cider Company shortly after Boundary Bay Brewing Company shuttered their doors last fall. Her transition to the brewery scene came after she founded PNW Beer Moms, an online group that centered around providing beer drinking community for moms in Bellingham.
2 weeks ago
Anna Adams: Owner, Hela Provisions
BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – By stepping foot into the Hela Provisions storefront on Cornwall Avenue in downtown Bellingham, customers are…
2 weeks ago
Mount Baker Ski Area to close for the season on April 19
It comes ahead of a potential snow dump to cap off the season.
2 weeks ago
Spring chinook salmon fishing to open on the Skagit River
Anglers can target chinook from April 20 until May 15.
2 weeks ago
Northwest Washington Fair announces Maoli to play grandstand stage
Tickets for Maoli will go on pre-sale Wednesday, with general public tickets going live at 9 a.m. Friday.
2 weeks ago
It’s music festival season. How to stay safe and healthy while enjoying the show
Music festival season has arrived: a time to gather outside with friends, listening to tunes, dancing, and maybe even getting the chance to rub shoulders with musicians you love.
