From fiction to non-fiction, books challenge our interpretation of the world and remind us that other people’s stories are how we learn to understand one another. Across the country, this tool is under attack.
After two summers of closure, Samish Park is open again. The North Bridge reopening reconnects Bellingham residents to one of Whatcom County’s most cherished outdoor spaces, reminding us why protecting public parks matters.
In a town where the average rent has increased by $200 in just a year, side hustles aren’t just trendy, they’re survival.
While American prisons are typically geared toward incarceration, a growing movement believes that true rehabilitation may begin between the pages of a book.
As the coffee economy reverberates from the effects of Trump’s towering tariffs, small shops are the most vulnerable. Larger corporations might have the resources to keep prices down for customers, but by spending your money at a local shop, you are paying for more than just a cup of coffee.
Group projects: two words that can ruin a perfectly good syllabus. These assignments are often justified as a way to teach collaboration, communication and problem-solving skills. While they have long been a staple in college classrooms, many students say the reality doesn’t match the theory.
From May 20–21, I and five others were able to summit and partially ski down Mount Rainier, taking in beautiful views of the deep blue, snow-covered Cascade mountains below us and the vibrant blue glaciers surrounding us.
Sometimes, the right movie finds you at the right time, not just to entertain, but to shift your world view. Coming-of-age films do more than show the awkward journey to adulthood. They echo your questions, heartbreaks and hopes.
I jerry-rigged my life to a bike for a weekend, I now strive for that ability in my everyday life.
The first time someone snapped their fingers at me to get my attention, I was 17 years old and working at a Mexican restaurant. I’d been on my feet for six hours and had just apologized for the third time that day, for something that wasn’t my fault.
Outdoor recreation can connect us to our environment and promote health and wellness, but outdoor activities are often financially inaccessible.
Once a frontier hub for trade and industry, this corner of Bellingham has transformed into a modern-day haven of history, culture and community. Today, I’d argue it’s the best part of town.
It’s not unusual to see students eating alone, walking campus paths with headphones in, or reading quietly under a tree. What looks like isolation to some, may be an intentional practice of solitude for others.
The Orion bar has been a go-to spot for a night out in Bellingham since it opened in 2017. In December 2023, the bar opened a large, hidden room in the back of the building, creating a new spot that has only grown in attraction: the Odd Fellows Temple Room.
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As we bid farewell to K-Pop Chicken & Beer, a new restaurant shines in its place. Soho Asian Kitchen & Bar opened its doors on April 1, introducing something the city has been missing out on: authentic dim sum.
In Bellingham where blank walls and concrete corners dominate the city, a new initiative to liven the space is ongoing. Urban art is now being embraced as a tool for connection and neighborhood renewal.
One single blood donation can save up to three lives, according to the National Institutes of Health. Western Washington University will host a blood drive on April 15 and 16 in Viking Union room 565. Those interested can make an appointment online or try for a same-day appointment if available.
There’s a narrow idea of what “help” looks like for those experiencing behavioral health issues. Too many people have decided not to seek help because they believe hospitalization is the only option. Hospitalization is long-term care in a large, highly institutional environment like Western State Hospital or Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital.
Bellingham stores and restaurants once bustled with Canadian customers. Now, they look like ghost towns, comparatively. President Trump’s blitz of outrageous tariffs and scandalous comments toward Canada have Bellingham’s Canadian regulars staying home. Canadians are justified in giving the U.S. the cold shoulder. Americans, be warned; this isn’t temporary, and it’s going to leave a mark.
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