Charlotte Alden
@charlottealden.bsky.social
Reporter @cascadiadaily.com covering education and social issues in Northwest Washington. UBC graduate. @ubyssey.ca forever. 🇨🇦/🇺🇸
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More than 600 households have sought flooding recovery support from Whatcom Long Term Recovery Group, as of Dec 15. In Skagit, officials are still responding to ongoing flooding and landslide threats, but cities and towns have started assessing the impact so far as they prepare for more flooding.
What we know so far about flooding damage in Whatcom, Skagit | Cascadia Daily News
692 households have sought support from Whatcom Long-Term Recovery Group
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December 17, 2025 at 6:03 PM
More than 600 households have sought flooding recovery support from Whatcom Long Term Recovery Group, as of Dec 15. In Skagit, officials are still responding to ongoing flooding and landslide threats, but cities and towns have started assessing the impact so far as they prepare for more flooding.
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Over the course of Saturday, it became clear that Mount Vernon and Sumas would face very different recovery efforts after historic flooding tore through the region.
A tale of two cities: Mount Vernon, Sumas face very different recovery efforts after historic flooding | Cascadia Daily News
Mount Vernon's river wall held, saving businesses; In Sumas, residents were left to dig out again
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December 14, 2025 at 3:20 AM
Over the course of Saturday, it became clear that Mount Vernon and Sumas would face very different recovery efforts after historic flooding tore through the region.
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It’s impossible to pick just one story from our tranche of flood coverage but this one probably hits the hardest. I am so proud to work with such dedicated, talented people at @cascadiadaily.com
As the Nooksack recedes, a traumatic and familiar recovery process begins | Cascadia Daily News
Whatcom County communities express frustration; ‘Sumas is always forgotten’
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December 13, 2025 at 1:52 AM
It’s impossible to pick just one story from our tranche of flood coverage but this one probably hits the hardest. I am so proud to work with such dedicated, talented people at @cascadiadaily.com
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Eleven significant floods have hit Whatcom County in the past century, while the Skagit River has reached flood stage more than 60 times in the same time frame. Residents have painful memories of past disasters.
Whatcom, Skagit floods resurrect painful memories of past disasters | Cascadia Daily News
Thousands have now evacuated their homes across the region
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December 12, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Eleven significant floods have hit Whatcom County in the past century, while the Skagit River has reached flood stage more than 60 times in the same time frame. Residents have painful memories of past disasters.
The joy and relief when this family discovered that their chickens, stuck in a flooded coop, were still alive was a beautiful moment in a difficult last few days. Find the rest of our coverage of the NW WA floods at cascadiadaily.com.
December 12, 2025 at 10:45 PM
The joy and relief when this family discovered that their chickens, stuck in a flooded coop, were still alive was a beautiful moment in a difficult last few days. Find the rest of our coverage of the NW WA floods at cascadiadaily.com.
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Heavy rains overnight have increased the potential for record-breaking levels of the Skagit River, prompting evacuation warnings. Plus, school and road closures, and aid information. Check back for live updates throughout the day.
Live updates: Skagit County asking residents in flood plain to get set for evacuation | Cascadia Daily News
Heavy rains increased potential for record-breaking levels of Skagit River. Check back for updates throughout the day
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December 10, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Follow the FREE COVERAGE, as we work to keep our community informed and safe.
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Heavy rains overnight have increased the potential for record-breaking levels of the Skagit River, prompting evacuation warnings. Plus, school and road closures, and aid information. Check back for live updates throughout the day.
Live updates: Skagit County asking residents in flood plain to get set for evacuation | Cascadia Daily News
Heavy rains increased potential for record-breaking levels of Skagit River. Check back for updates throughout the day
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December 10, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Heavy rains overnight have increased the potential for record-breaking levels of the Skagit River, prompting evacuation warnings. Plus, school and road closures, and aid information. Check back for live updates throughout the day.
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The National Weather Service issued a flood warning for parts of Skagit County early Tuesday morning as the Skagit River near Concrete is expected to reach major flooding stages later today. You can check here for updates throughout the day.
Live updates: Flood warning issued for Skagit County; first river crest predicted for 4 p.m. | Cascadia Daily News
The Skagit River in Concrete is expected to crest to 32.62 feet Tuesday.
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December 9, 2025 at 5:34 PM
The National Weather Service issued a flood warning for parts of Skagit County early Tuesday morning as the Skagit River near Concrete is expected to reach major flooding stages later today. You can check here for updates throughout the day.
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Nearly 150 people showed up to the Whatcom Transportation Authority's typically quiet board meeting Thursday morning. Most expressed opposition to the WTA’s plan to raise bus fares
Students, seniors riled by proposed bus fare increases | Cascadia Daily News
Nearly 150 people showed up to WTA Board meeting Thursday morning
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December 5, 2025 at 1:32 AM
Nearly 150 people showed up to the Whatcom Transportation Authority's typically quiet board meeting Thursday morning. Most expressed opposition to the WTA’s plan to raise bus fares
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Edmundo "Mundo" Corrales, the Anacortes High School teacher who died in a car crash on Monday, is remembered for his warmth, humor and dedication to his work and those around him.
An ‘immeasurable’ loss: Anacortes teacher remembered for warmth, humor | Cascadia Daily News
Edmundo 'Mundo' Corrales died in a car crash on Monday morning
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December 3, 2025 at 10:18 PM
Edmundo "Mundo" Corrales, the Anacortes High School teacher who died in a car crash on Monday, is remembered for his warmth, humor and dedication to his work and those around him.
When I was combing through the 50 candidates running for school board in Whatcom and Skagit a few months ago, I noticed a name missing. Steve Jones, a Nooksack Valley School Board member for 36 years, wasn't running for reelection. I took the chance to speak with him about his long tenure:
After 36 years, pivotal school board member focuses on what’s best for students | Cascadia Daily News
Nooksack Valley’s Steve Jones praised for selfless service as his term ends in December
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December 1, 2025 at 5:30 PM
When I was combing through the 50 candidates running for school board in Whatcom and Skagit a few months ago, I noticed a name missing. Steve Jones, a Nooksack Valley School Board member for 36 years, wasn't running for reelection. I took the chance to speak with him about his long tenure:
School bus drivers are often underrecognized, but play an essential role in students' access to education. My colleague @santi8a.bsky.social and I spent some time with a Lynden school bus driver last month, for a story spotlighting drivers and discussing some of the challenges they face every day.
'Underrecognized' bus drivers get students to school safely, with a fist bump and a smile | Cascadia Daily News
Local districts grapple with driver shortage; Lynden tragedy sticks with drivers
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November 18, 2025 at 7:13 PM
School bus drivers are often underrecognized, but play an essential role in students' access to education. My colleague @santi8a.bsky.social and I spent some time with a Lynden school bus driver last month, for a story spotlighting drivers and discussing some of the challenges they face every day.
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🧵 Recent story for @cascadiadaily.com: A female detective with the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office is alleging a decade of workplace discrimination, retaliation and hostility, including the circulation among co-workers of a sexual AI-generated video of her.
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Detective alleges co-worker made ‘disgusting’ AI video of her, shared around Sheriff’s Office | Cascadia Daily News
$30M tort claim details decade of hostility in Whatcom County agency
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November 11, 2025 at 6:42 PM
🧵 Recent story for @cascadiadaily.com: A female detective with the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office is alleging a decade of workplace discrimination, retaliation and hostility, including the circulation among co-workers of a sexual AI-generated video of her.
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State Rep. Alicia Rule spent part of Thursday, Oct. 30, shadowing Cascadia Elementary's Principal as part of a statewide effort to get legislators to better understand the realities of education in 2025.
Rep. Alicia Rule shadows Ferndale principal to better understand public school needs | Cascadia Daily News
Cascadia Elementary visit part of statewide effort by group of school leaders
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November 5, 2025 at 6:15 PM
State Rep. Alicia Rule spent part of Thursday, Oct. 30, shadowing Cascadia Elementary's Principal as part of a statewide effort to get legislators to better understand the realities of education in 2025.
Voters appear to want change in a number of school boards across Whatcom and Skagit counties. My election night file:
Several incumbent school board members in Whatcom and Skagit counties will likely be ousted, based on initial ballot counts Tuesday night.
School board voters seem interested in change, Tuesday results show | Cascadia Daily News
Incumbents in Meridian, Lynden, Sedro-Woolley, Mount Vernon and Concrete poised to lose seats
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November 5, 2025 at 5:45 AM
Voters appear to want change in a number of school boards across Whatcom and Skagit counties. My election night file:
Enjoyed covering this fascinating new class at Bellingham High School: www.cascadiadaily.com/2025/nov/03/...
Bellingham students build an electric vehicle in first-of-its-kind class | Cascadia Daily News
Students will learn electrical engineering, automotive skills as they build car
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November 4, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Enjoyed covering this fascinating new class at Bellingham High School: www.cascadiadaily.com/2025/nov/03/...
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After cuts, furloughs and financial challenges, Whatcom Community College is undergoing a review to "ensure the long-term financial sustainability" of the institution.
Whatcom Community College undergoing sustainability review after cuts, furloughs | Cascadia Daily News
President says 'course correction' needed; changes will be announced early 2026
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October 27, 2025 at 5:49 PM
After cuts, furloughs and financial challenges, Whatcom Community College is undergoing a review to "ensure the long-term financial sustainability" of the institution.
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Frogs, herons, canary grass and more: students at Explorations Academy are now spending part of a day every week on the school's new field campus in Everson.
Everson property now an outdoor classroom, fulfilling dream of former owners | Cascadia Daily News
Students learn science immersed in nature through Explorations Academy's new field campus
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October 24, 2025 at 11:16 PM
Frogs, herons, canary grass and more: students at Explorations Academy are now spending part of a day every week on the school's new field campus in Everson.
Fifty people are seeking school board positions in Whatcom and Skagit counties this year. In some districts, the November election could majorly shake up school boards, shaping the direction of the district for the next four years.
A rundown of Whatcom County candidates:
A rundown of Whatcom County candidates:
22 candidates compete for school board seats in Whatcom County | Cascadia Daily News
Boosting extracurriculars, transparency, student outcomes top priorities
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October 17, 2025 at 11:39 PM
Fifty people are seeking school board positions in Whatcom and Skagit counties this year. In some districts, the November election could majorly shake up school boards, shaping the direction of the district for the next four years.
A rundown of Whatcom County candidates:
A rundown of Whatcom County candidates:
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An academic program in Fairhaven is sending students back in time by encouraging them to read classic works of literature, learn Ancient Greek, and leave screens at the door.
In Bellingham classroom, no screens allowed, but Ancient Greek required | Cascadia Daily News
Founder wants to challenge students intellectually, teach respectful conversations
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October 6, 2025 at 7:56 PM
An academic program in Fairhaven is sending students back in time by encouraging them to read classic works of literature, learn Ancient Greek, and leave screens at the door.
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Cascadia Daily News earned first in general excellence as well as the prestigious Community Service Award for the third year in a row.
CDN garners 17 awards, including general excellence, in state news contest | Cascadia Daily News
Photography, design, sports, news, features among wins from Washington Newspaper Publishers Association
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October 6, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Cascadia Daily News earned first in general excellence as well as the prestigious Community Service Award for the third year in a row.
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A new bus station, housing and more will be coming to Bellingham's now-vacant Public Market site. The Whatcom Transportation Authority plans to officially purchase the property later this month and begin work on a transit-oriented development project, which could start construction by 2030.
Bellingham public market property to become new bus station, housing | Cascadia Daily News
WTA will initially rent out parts of property, while planning development
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October 2, 2025 at 9:11 PM
A new bus station, housing and more will be coming to Bellingham's now-vacant Public Market site. The Whatcom Transportation Authority plans to officially purchase the property later this month and begin work on a transit-oriented development project, which could start construction by 2030.
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Western will be launching a new initiative to boost enrollment, President Sabah Randhawa announced this morning in his annual State of the University address. That includes a new pilot to offer guaranteed admissions to eligible students in five counties.
After year of ‘painful’ cuts, WWU President outlines plan to boost enrollment | Cascadia Daily News
Randhawa said university intends to avoid more layoffs in this new academic year
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September 18, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Western will be launching a new initiative to boost enrollment, President Sabah Randhawa announced this morning in his annual State of the University address. That includes a new pilot to offer guaranteed admissions to eligible students in five counties.