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Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 3d

A simple act of kindness: A Cascadia Daily News Giveaway

A CDN reader reached out to the newsroom searching for a letter to the editor written by his dear friend, who had since passed away. We were able to locate that letter and send it back to the reader. In return, we were given a gift card!

Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 47m

Can’t be here but want to ask candidates a question?

Go to www.slido.com and enter the participant code: CDN.

Under the Q&A tab, submit your question!

Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 47m

CDN’s Election Town Hall with Bellingham City Council candidates has begun!

Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 8h

As the organizer of Laughing Hamster Comedy Festival, Nikki Kilpatrick hopes to give audiences a concentrated taste of what Bellingham’s comedy scene has to offer — and ensure the laughter continues for years to come.

Organizer of Laughing Hamster festival hopes to create 'legacy of comedy' in Bellingham | Cascadia Daily News

Festival runs Oct. 13–18 with stand-up shows, open mic nights and a showcase

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Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 1d

Is the fact that six candidates for Whatcom County Council discussed political and public-policy issues on a shared stage without any name-calling, yelling or histrionics newsworthy? Sadly, it feels that way in America today, writes Ron Judd, CDN's executive editor.

Stop the presses: Candidates behave in dignified manner! | Cascadia Daily News

Our NW WA political proclivities still qualify as a bubble; is popping inevitable?

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Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 1d

Endorsements are the decision of CDN's editorial board, composed the Executive Editor, Publisher and a nonvoting advisory member. They do not reflect the opinions of reporters nor other CDN staff members or employees.

A look inside CDN’s 2025 endorsements | Cascadia Daily News

In keeping with long tradition of local news weighing in on important elections

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Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 1d

At-large incumbent Barry Buchanan is running for a final term on Whatcom County Council. He's being challenged by political newcomer Misty Flowers, a mother of three and the chair of the Whatcom County Republican Party.

County council incumbent faces off against Republican Party Chair | Cascadia Daily News

Both candidates focused on public safety, incarceration system

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Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 1d

Stephen Jordan on a life on the move, obstacles veterans face and why it's important to carry on the legacy of Vietnam War veterans.

Stephen Jordan: Veterans advocate | Cascadia Daily News

CDN's weekly community profile

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Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 1d

Globally, the cocaine industry is booming. Whatcom County law enforcement has seen a small slice of the trend in its seizure activity. Since the beginning of the year, cocaine seizures in Whatcom County are up 290% compared to the same time last year.

Large cocaine bust in Whatcom County part of nationwide drug trend | Cascadia Daily News

So far in 2025, the regional task force has seen a 290% increase from the same timeframe last year

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Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 1d

Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 edition of Cascadia Daily News. Read online at replica.cascadiadaily.com/cascadia-dai... or pick up a print copy.

Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 2d

A Skagit County judge threw out a 2021 murder case after determining the prosecutor's office had acted with negligence when it came to reviewing evidence photos.

Skagit judge throws out 2021 murder case after false testimony revealed | Cascadia Daily News

Angela Conijn was facing a second-degree murder charge following the 2021 shooting death of a woman on her property

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Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 2d

The Bellingham Port Commission, the federal government and the weather get hit with the Hammer this week.

The Hammer: October 2025 Tiresome Gale Warning Edition | Cascadia Daily News

U.S. government update: Still shut down; waive your TSA pass if you notice

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Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 2d

Guest Commentary: As a historian of the early republic, CDN guest writer Maurizio Valsania argues claiming that politically motivated shootings betray "who we are" is to forget that the U.S. was founded upon – and has long been sustained by – the very form of political violence.

Yes, this is who we are: America’s 250-year history of political violence | Cascadia Daily News

Americans should face the truth, own our past, head-on

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Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 2d

Residents in Whatcom County Council District 3 will choose between Kyle Christensen and Jessica Rienstra in November. Tyler Byrd, the incumbent for the foothills seat, was ousted during the primary.

Whatcom County foothill race gets fresh faces in general election | Cascadia Daily News

Rienstra faces off against Christensen after beating out incumbent

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Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 2d

From economic development and commerce observers to city and county candidates alike, housing affordability and availability reins as the linchpin to local economic growth.

Affordability preludes economic growth in Whatcom County, candidates say | Cascadia Daily News

Housing opportunities and high-paying jobs needed for robust economy

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Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 2d

As cuts to Medicaid trickle in locally, more people will need cheaper care. However, health centers offering care on a sliding fee scale are expecting revenue losses in the millions, all while needing to care for more people.

Federally funded local health centers at risk amid looming cuts to Medicaid | Cascadia Daily News

Unity Care NW is bracing for a loss of revenue in the millions amid expected growth in demand

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Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 2d

Rena Priest believes “community, and working within your own personal strengths” are crucial to addressing injustice — and her own strength lies in telling stories.

Writer and poet Rena Priest finds refuge, resilience in storytelling | Cascadia Daily News

Former WA state poet laureate's first essay collection, 'Positively Uncivilized,' is available now

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Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 2d

Western's Lauren Lee wears a bucket hat when she golfs. You might think she's following a fashion trend, but she's not, exactly. Lee, 21, is bald. She lost all her hair to alopecia areata.

Lost hair means gained perspective for Western golfer | Cascadia Daily News

NCAA All-American Lauren Lee wants to help with alopecia awareness

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Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 2d

To help community members learn about emergency preparedness and response, flood insurance and volunteer assistance programs, the Skagit County Department of Emergency Management and Public Works are hosting Flood Awareness Week on Oct. 13-17.

Next week is Flood Awareness Week in Skagit County | Cascadia Daily News

Learn about preparedness and become a storm spotter in free webinars

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Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 3d

Whatcom County's severe weather shelter for this winter will be located at 925 N. Forest St. Staff say they should be prepared to activate by Nov. 15.

Whatcom's severe weather shelter prepared to activate starting mid-November | Cascadia Daily News

Located at 925 N. Forest St, overnight shelter will have fewer guests, more staff this year

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Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 3d

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Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 3d

CDN can't accept this generous gift due to our rules and regulations, so we are passing this act of kindness forward to one of our subscribers.

You can enter for a chance to win a $25 Red Star Taco Bar gift card, a CDN t-shirt/tote bag, and a goodie bag of CDN merch by:

Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 3d

A simple act of kindness: A Cascadia Daily News Giveaway

A CDN reader reached out to the newsroom searching for a letter to the editor written by his dear friend, who had since passed away. We were able to locate that letter and send it back to the reader. In return, we were given a gift card!

Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 3d

State cuts to the Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program have hit Whatcom. Seventy slots in 2024-25 turned to 49 this year, with the future uncertain.

State slashes pre-kindergarten program for low-income families | Cascadia Daily News

49 slots at risk at Bellingham, Ferndale school districts next year

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Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 3d

Indigenous People’s Day (Monday, Oct. 13) recognizes the contributions, resilience and sovereignty of Native communities across the United States — and there are more than a few ways to honor the occasion in Whatcom and Skagit counties.

Ideas for honoring Indigenous Peoples' Day 2025 in Bellingham | Cascadia Daily News

Readings, film screenings, gatherings and other resources for Whatcom and Skagit counties

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Cascadia Daily News @cascadiadaily.com · 3d

Facing ongoing challenges with the cost and maintenance of electric and hybrid-electric vehicles, the WTA plans to purchase diesel buses to replace aging vehicles in the near future. But, the transit authority has found success in using renewable diesel, which now powers all fixed-route buses.

WTA hits pause on purchasing hybrid, electric buses | Cascadia Daily News

With costs and challenges rising to electrify, WTA embraces renewable diesel

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