Audra Anderson

Audra Anderson

Assistant Editor

audraanderson@cascadiadaily.com

(360) 922-3090 ext. 115

Twitter: audralanderson


FACES IN THE CROWD

Scott Van Diest: Utility worker at Bellingham Public Works

CDN's weekly community profile

ELECTIONS

2023 general election results as of Thursday

Results will be certified Nov. 28

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’

FACES IN THE CROWD

Janet Oakley: Author and historian

CDN's weekly community profile

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

ELECTIONS

Preliminary primary election results

Results will be certified Aug. 15

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'

HISTORY

Did Eliza Island have a black cat ranch?

James Wardner spun a faux fur tale

FACES IN THE CROWD

River Porter: Creative manager at Northwest Youth Services

CDN's weekly community profile

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

VISUAL ART

Mapping downtown Bellingham's murals

Spend an afternoon exploring city's art

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

FACES IN THE CROWD

Janet Marino: Operations director for RE Sources

CDN's weekly community profile

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

BREAKING NEWS

Squalicum students walk out after assistant principals cited for failure to report sexual assaults

Hundreds of students rally, call out administration