Audra Anderson
Assistant Editor
FACES IN THE CROWD
Scott Van Diest: Utility worker at Bellingham Public Works
CDN's weekly community profile
PROFILES
Rearview reflections: Longtime WTA bus driver finds purpose in the front seat
After 33 years, Jeff James is an inspiration to his family, co-workers, passengers
LIFESTYLE
Bask in the allure of fall in Whatcom County: Pumpkins, mazes and more
October excursion to Willetta Farm promises history, fun, and homey feel
WTD?
What’s the Deal With: The horseshoes outside of The Bagelry?
Blacksmith known as the ‘Mayor of Railroad Avenue’ used to live, work there
LIFESTYLE
When couches bloom in neighborhoods: Creative solutions to furniture dumps
Students hope to make it easier to place free items with ‘Couchella’
FIRE
Lake Whatcom Fire 50% contained; helicopter will drop water on north flank
Fire managers 'feeling really good about this,' DNR says
FIRE
A late-night wildfire, a worried community
The initial 911 call came at 5:20 p.m. Monday, triggering DNR response. The first public notification came 16 hours later.
FIRE
Lake Whatcom, Hertz Trail will be back open ahead of Labor Day weekend
Fire crews will continue battling fire using hand crews, aerial resources
FIRE
Ground crews greatest asset for battling Lake Whatcom Fire, officials say
Fire managers held off helicopters to allow hand crews to work
FIRE
Maui resident facing another frightening fire scene — this time in Bellingham
3 weeks after Lahaina, Kami Irwin is helping family prepare for possible evacuation
BREAKING NEWS
Hotshot crew arrives to fight growing fire on South Lake Whatcom slope
Fire up to at least 30 acres; smaller fire on Bell Creek Logging Road also burning
LIFESTYLE
It's mating season for Western Washington's scariest roommate
Yes, spiders are scampering around your home; no, they won't harm you
WTD?
What's the Deal With: Little Free Art Galleries?
Bellingham, Fairhaven, Ferndale have mini exhibits
BOOKS
Documenting the abundance of the Skagit River
Oregon author bridges science, art, humanity in 'Soul of the Skagit'
FACES IN THE CROWD
River Porter: Creative manager at Northwest Youth Services
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FOOD
'Soil to spoon': Steensma Creamery delivers quality close to home
Lynden farm will be part of 'Whatcom This Whey'
SKI TO SEA
‘I Believe’ Ski to Sea team honors friend who died during 2022 race
Rob Lawrance remembered as vibrant, caring man
SKI TO SEA
3 men brave 7 Ski to Sea legs in feat of endurance
Dawson Construction team placed 65th overall last year
PROFILES
Ski to Sea race director ‘can’t imagine doing anything else’
Demanding, but exciting, job fits Anna Rankin’s adventurous life
FACES IN THE CROWD
Kathy Dotinga: Lead cashier at Bellingham Grocery Outlet
CDN's weekly community profile
INDIGENOUS AFFAIRS
Renovated Lummi Nation Boys & Girls Club facility opens
Lummi is the sixth Boys & Girls Club on tribal land in the state
WOMEN EMPOWERED: PART IV
Bellingham teacher-turned-firefighter found her passion at 35
Rebecca Pederson gained a ‘second family’ in peers
TRANSPORTATION
Judge rules BNSF violated agreement with Swinomish Tribe
Rail company upped train traffic across reservation
WOMEN EMPOWERED: PART III
Post Point chief operator encourages women to pursue trades
Francis oversees 19 operators; two other women on her team
NEWS OBITUARIES
Man found dead at Taylor Dock remembered for kind, loving heart
Henry 'Hank' King left a positive impression on hundreds
WOMEN EMPOWERED: PART II
Ferndale superintendent puts service above self
Dominguez was told she likely wouldn’t get the job
WTD?
What's the Deal With: The former Fairhaven Pharmacy?
History lesson unveils surgeries, a basement museum
COMMUNITY
Ferndale Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates Japanese culture
Event began in 2014, has since grown ‘exponentially’
EDUCATION
Former Burlington-Edison adminstrator named district superintendent
Some community members had hoped for more diverse candidates
EDUCATION
Burlington-Edison superintendent decision delayed to Monday
Feedback survey closed March 10
WOMEN EMPOWERED: PART I
Pipefitter details struggles, successes of being a woman in construction
International Women's Day theme emphasizes equity
EDUCATION
Community members ‘hurt’ by Burlington-Edison superintendent search
School District is ‘majority minority’; 3 finalists are white men
CHILD CARE-LESS: PART II
Whatcom County, state are 'championing' child care cause
Healthy Children’s Fund, state legislation, citizens all tackle issues
CHILD CARE-LESS: PART I
Child care challenges plague Whatcom parents, providers
Healthy Children’s Fund plan presented Feb. 21
COMMUNITY
Bellingham couples and singles celebrate Valentine's Day
Plans include a circus, wine and chocolate — and a colonoscopy!
LAW & JUSTICE
Whatcom Superior Court finds judge acted in error, can't hear 123 DUI cases
Writ will compel Rands to hand over cases; any prior rulings moot
LAW & JUSTICE
State: Rands couldn’t rule fairly on specific motion in DUI cases
‘Kitsap motion’ argues breath test evidence is inadmissible
EDUCATION
Records: Sehome coach knew of hazing, didn’t report
Hazing incidents involved multiple kids; a pervasive issue
LAW & JUSTICE
DUI attorney turned judge barred from hearing 123 DUI cases
Prosecuting attorneys sought ‘extremely urgent’ temporary restraining order
COMMUNITY
Divine deviation: How the landscape of religion is shifting
Clearbrook Church in Lynden closes after 120 years
LAW & JUSTICE
Temporary restraining order ties hands of newly elected Judge Rands
'Unprecedented' motion centers on transfer of 123 cases
PROFILES
The leveling chair: Barbershop and salon owner brings values, culture to craft
Customers leave Busy B’s with 'more than just a haircut'
NEWS OBITUARIES
Snowboarder who died on Baker remembered as dedicated, adventurous
Bill Kamphausen was a Bellingham graphic designer, bartender
