Below are the latest Whatcom News stories that affect people who live and/or work in and around Lynden Washington.
Concerns over air quality, Red Flag Warning and critical fire weather conditions in Whatcom County mountains
Currently most smoke is in the upper atmosphere.
Whatcom County Council approves $7.05 million child care subsidy contract
The contract with AidKit will fund child care subsidies through 2028.
Eastern Whatcom County wildfires continue to spread
Lightning-caused wildfires trigger closures, continued firefighting efforts
2026 Primary Election results: Updated unofficial counts (Fri.)
72,309 ballots had been counted by 5pm on Friday.
2026 Primary Election results: Updated unofficial counts (Thurs.)
58,077 ballots had been counted by 8am on Thursday.
2026 Primary Election results: Initial unofficial counts
42,746 ballots had been counted by 8pm on Tuesday.
Air quality alert for Whatcom County effective Tuesday, August 4th
The alert is due to expected smoke from regional wildfires.
Whatcom County wildfire smoke forecast raises concerns
Smoke aloft may reach the ground as early as late Monday.
Correction: US Representative Larsen reports on visit to Ferndale ICE facility
“I was able to get answers to the following questions community members have about the facility’s operations.”
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