A review of the documentary ‘Lynden,’ which follows a young woman of color growing up in Lynden, Washington, and the community’s response to the 2020 racial justice protest. Directed by Bryan Tucker and Chris Barron, the film is now streaming free on YouTube and Roku.
Category: Civil Rights
Civil rights news and coverage from Bellingham and Whatcom County. Bellingham Metro News reports on social justice, equality, community advocacy, and civil rights issues affecting residents across the region.
Alma Clark: A Trailblazer for Equality in Education
In 1906, Alma Clark etched her name into history by becoming the first Black student admitted to the New Whatcom Normal School in Bellingham (now Western Washington University). At a time when racial segregation was prevalent in education, Clark’s admission was a significant stride towards equality.