Good morning, this is your Bellingham Local Frequency for Thursday, November 20, 2025.
As we wake up in Bellingham today, the skies are bracing for a big change. The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory for Whatcom County, so keep an eye out for breezy conditions, possible downed limbs, and a few scattered power outages. Up on Mount Baker, winter’s making itself known, with a winter weather advisory calling for a foot or more of snow at the highest elevations. If you’ve got travel plans over the North Cascades Highway, take note: the highway is scheduled for a temporary closure later today due to incoming rain and snow. WSDOT says the earliest possible reopening will be re-evaluated on Monday, so be sure to check for updates if you’re headed east.
In community news, the Bellingham Police Department has just rolled out the new Safe Place program, aimed at helping victims of hate crimes find immediate support and a way to quickly call for help from participating businesses. Look for those Safe Place decals downtown, as three pilot businesses have joined already, and more are encouraged to apply. This brings a real sense of connectedness and safety to our city, reinforcing that everyone belongs here.
Turning to the headlines, there’s an update on the serious incident at Meridian Street and W last week—authorities have arrested two men in connection with the fatal shooting, bringing some closure to a community shaken by the violence. Meanwhile, at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center, expect rerouted emergency vehicle access as construction ramps up on the Peter Paulsen Pavilion. If you’re heading to the Emergency Department, follow the marked ADA-accessible path from the central parking garage, and give way to ambulances on Squalicum Parkway. This construction will make room for expanded women’s and children’s care, part of a bigger vision for growing Whatcom’s local healthcare.
For families and the young-at-heart, the Whatcom Museum’s Family Interactive Gallery has a lineup of hands-on activities all day, and at 10 a.m., the Needlecraft Care Group meets on Meridian Street. Those wanting to get more involved can join Action Corps at ROAM on Washington Street around noon, where you’ll hear about new ways to make a difference at the state and local level.
Tonight, bring your inner detective to the Bellingham Murder Mystery event at 121 Prospect Street and see if you can solve the case. Sports fans, don’t miss the huge volleyball matchup—Western Washington University’s Vikings take on the Central Washington Wildcats at Carver Gym starting at 7 p.m. With a playoff spot on the line, this is one of the most exciting matches of the season.
And for parents, a free car seat safety check event is happening today, making it easy to keep your little ones riding safe. The Red Cross continues to reach out with support for anyone impacted by recent fires in Ferndale, reminding us once again of the power of neighbors helping neighbors.
That wraps up today’s look at what’s happening in Bellingham. This has been Bellingham Local Frequency. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
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