The Whatcom County Charter Review Commission convened in Deming, Washington at the Deming Library, on the ancestral lands of the Nooksack Tribe, where they received a warm welcome from Nooksack tribe’s Vice Chair Anna Brewer.
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Political news from Bellingham, Whatcom County, and Washington State. Coverage of local elections, city council, county government, state legislature, and political developments affecting our community.
Bellingham City Council to Explore Middle Housing Solutions and More at Upcoming Meetings
The Bellingham City Council is set to tackle a range of community-focused topics at its meetings on Monday, February 24, 2025, offering residents a chance to engage with key issues like housing, tree protection, homelessness, water conservation, and waste management.
Local Podcast Highlights Crime, Homelessness, and Jail Issues in Whatcom County
A recent episode of The Urban Outcast, hosted by Marc Urban, featured an in-depth interview with Lyle Sorenson, a local realtor, radio personality, and community advocate. Uploaded this week, the podcast delves into pressing issues facing Whatcom County, including rising crime, homelessness, and the longstanding jail crisis.
Washington Lawmakers Debate Potential State Flag Redesign
Lawmakers in Washington state are considering a proposal that could lead to a new state flag, igniting debate over the necessity and cost of such a change.
Charter Debates Hit Home In Lynden: Citizen Commission Gets Down To Business
“Remember the small cities,” urged Lynden Mayor Scott Korthuis, setting the stage for a Charter Review Commission meeting that would grapple with fundamental questions of local representation and power at the Lynden Library. Mayor Korthuis painted a portrait of a county at a crossroads, highlighting concerns about rapid growth, water rights, and housing costs that have “gotten crazy.”
Whatcom Family YMCA’s Campbell Phillips Elected Youth Governor for Washington State’s 78th Youth Legislature
The Whatcom Family YMCA is proud to announce that Campbell Phillips, a member of its Youth and Government (YAG) delegation, has been elected Youth Governor for Washington State’s 78th Youth Legislature.
Emotion and Tradition Collide at Whatcom County Charter Meeting
An American flag that once draped a veteran’s casket took center stage at the latest Whatcom County Charter Review Commission meeting, setting the tone for an emotional hour-long debate about patriotism, personal freedom, and local government traditions.
Washington Republican Party Calls for “Rally for Democracy” at the Capitol
In response to a controversial decision by the Washington State House of Representatives, the Pierce County Republican Party, joined by Whatcom Republicans, has issued a call to action for a “Rally for Democracy” on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at 12:00 PM.
WA House Democrats Change Long-standing Debate Rule
In a significant development, the Washington State House of Representatives, led by Democrats, reportedly voted 54-33 today to eliminate a rule that has been in place since 1893
Trump Admin Issues Directive to Close DEI Offices Nationwide in the U.S
Trump Admin Issues Directive to Close DEI Offices Nationwide in the U.S