NEWS IN BRIEF

News in Brief, Sept. 22 – 28, 2023

Woman missing for 3 weeks found alive
THE HAMMER

The Hammer: September 2023 Pumpkin Spice Edition

Running this detective story up the flagpole
OPEN & CLOSED

Open & Closed: September 2023

Fred Meyer Starbucks getting a facelift
THE A-LIST

Amy's picks: Storytelling, murder, art and comedy

A curated selection of happenings in Whatcom and Skagit counties
SCHEDULE

Sports calendar: Sept. 22 – Oct. 1, 2023

Upcoming recreation opportunities and professional, college and prep sports
WEEKLY WATCHDOG

Weekly Watchdog: Sept. 21 – 27, 2023

This week's meetings, hearings and opportunities for public input

NEWS

FIRE

Sourdough Fire now at 25% containment

Wildfire grew by 1,000 acres last week
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FLOODING

FEMA flood relief grants for property owners delayed indefinitely

Millions of dollars in federal grants were earmarked for Whatcom County 2021 flood recovery
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NEWS IN BRIEF

News in Brief, Sept. 22 – 28, 2023

Woman missing for 3 weeks found alive
CRIME

Bellingham man arrested for sexual assaults involving minors dating back to 2002

Suspect was accused of more than two dozen crimes and admitted to sexually assaulting minors
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LAW & JUSTICE

Fired Bellingham detective gets hero's send-off with unauthorized flag raising, vehicle escort

Police chief unaware of celebrations honoring Bo McGinty

OPINION

GUEST COLUMNISTS

It’s time to protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge

The fight for full preservation is not over
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GUEST COMMENTARIES

Lynden mayor: Public safety 'in crisis'; jail deserves yes vote

Discussion 'mired in numbers, misinformation'
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LETTERS

Letters to the Editor, Week of Sept. 20, 2023

Send letters, maximum 250 words, to letters@cascadiadaily.com
GUEST COMMENTARIES

Voters can have both: a safe jail and more treatment

Levy opponents paint wishful picture without practical solutions
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RON JUDD

Sneak peek at election endorsements: No easy choices

Slate of strong candidates a healthy sign for local democracy

SPORTS & REC

BASEBALL

Rangers finish crucial AL West sweep with 9-8 win over Mariners

Seattle trails Houston by half-game for final wild card spot
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RUNNING

Thousands fill the streets for Bellingham Bay Marathon

Locals Adrian Cedillo, Courtney Olsen finish on top
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CROSS COUNTRY

WWU men capture second straight Bill Roe Classic title

Vikings' women finish second; Kevin McDermott notches best finish
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BASEBALL

AL West-leading Texas Rangers snatch 2-0 win over Mariners

eattle remains below the third wild-card spot
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FOOTBALL

Lynden Christian falls to Royal in turnover-riddled contest

Both teams combine for 10 turnovers; Lyncs fall to Knights 28-7

LIVING

BOOKS

Review: ‘The Creative Act: A Way of Being’ by Rick Rubin

A poetic primer for unlocking your creative potential
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MUSIC

Yaniv Attar celebrates 10 years with Bellingham Symphony Orchestra

Conductor depends on community to elevate the listening experience
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FACES IN THE CROWD

Gil Nagle and Connor Roberts: Creators of 'Slackage'

CDN's weekly community profile
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GARDENING

Tips for getting your yard and garden ready for fall and winter

Think foliage, not flowers. Gardening’s second season is in full swing.
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THE A-LIST

Amy's picks: Storytelling, murder, art and comedy

A curated selection of happenings in Whatcom and Skagit counties