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Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Sep 15

Senate Bill 5814 is a hot mess that creates a time-tracking nightmare for small businesses like mine.

“Singling out one segment of the ad economy for this kind of discriminatory treatment is the wrong way to address the state’s fiscal needs ...” washingtonstatestandard.com/2025/09/15/c... #WAState

Comcast lawsuit argues new Washington tax on advertising is illegal • Washington State Standard

Comcast is suing to block a new Washington law imposing sales tax on advertising services. The law is set to take effect Oct. 1.

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Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Jul 20

If you haven't been to a Bellingham Bells game, you are missing out on a great summer activity. #sobellingham #baseball #summervibes

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Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Jul 20

Sunset Square is going to be a ghost town for a while. 😬

Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Jul 9

There is a growing gnome village hidden in the forest atop Barkley Village. Have you seen it? #Secret #HiddenGem #BellinghamWA

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Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Jul 9

Marketing tip: Branded content isn’t about pushing products—it’s about pulling people in. It builds stronger connections, deeper trust and long-term brand loyalty. bellinghampr.com/branded-cont...

Branded Content 101: What it is and why it brings meaningful results

If you’re a marketer and have never heard the term branded content before, you’re not alone—and you’re definitely not behind.

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Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Jul 9

The new RV resort in Mount Vernon is interesting. Sounds like it has all of the bells and whistles glampers would like to have.

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Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · May 21

Have you ever felt pressured to leave a review? What did you do? Here's a recent experience I had: bellinghampr.com/i-wanted-to-...

I wanted to leave a review—until they asked four times.

When it comes to asking for those reviews, how much is too much?

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Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Apr 17

😍 #home

Australian Cattle Dogs and Stuff @bd185.bsky.social · Apr 14

Bellingham Bay Sunset

#BellinghamWa #BellinghamBay #SalishSea #sailboat #sunset #pink #nature #PNW #whatcom

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Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Apr 12

Today was a great day for a hike to Fragrance Lake! 💚 #bellingham

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Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Mar 31

I participated in the United Way cornhole fundraiser tournament Saturday. We entered the event thinking we'd gracefully accept last place. Surprisingly, we didn't. It was fun!

Three women who didn't come in last at the United Way cornhole tournament, Bellingham, WA

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Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Mar 27

Can you purchase one pair of diabetic slippers for a elderly person in Whatcom County? a.co/8teK1Hn

#lyndenwa #bellingham #eldercare #nonprofitgiving #clothingforcare

Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Mar 27

What a show!

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Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Mar 27

Current conditions over Bellingham, WA. #wawx #shareyourweather #bellinghamwa

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Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Mar 24

A nursing home in Lynden, Washington needs help providing basic clothing for residents in need. Join me in purchasing an item from their wish list if you can. 💙https://chcclynden.org/clothing-for-care/

#nonprofit #givingback #whatcom #lyndenwa #agingservices #longtermcare

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Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Mar 23

I spied something in the forest that I've never seen before. 🕵️‍♀️ Apparently, it's called Giromitra (False Morel), but I am going to refer to it as alien brains. 👽🧠 #bellingham

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Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Mar 20

"When PR content isn’t optimized for search, it fades fast."

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Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Mar 19

Beautiful! #home

Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Mar 19

Thanks for connecting with me here, Nina. I added you to my Whatcom County list--trying to build that out as locals join Bluesky. :)

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Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Mar 18

Helping Whatcom County businesses and nonprofits like SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention share news—that’s what I do. 🙂 bellinghampr.com/feature-busi...

#PR #publicity #localbusinessnews

Big changes at SPARK Museum: See what’s in store for 2025

SPARK Museum has announced the construction of a new rotating gallery that will offer curious visitors a fresh perspective on history and invention.

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Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Mar 17

Lynden, WA nursing home needs emergency clothing for residents who don't have family or friends to purchase for them. Can you help?

Donating pre-selected clothing items is very easy. (I bought some today.) 💙
chcclynden.org/clothing-for...

Provide comfort and care: Donate to CHCC’s Clothing for Care event

CHCC is hosting Clothing for Care, a community-driven event from March 17-28 to help stock the new emergency clothing closet.

chcclynden.org

Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Mar 6

My friends at Ritter Dirt & Asphalt are #hiring a construction laborer and a heavy equipment operator in Whatcom County. www.indeed.com/cmp/Ritter-D...

Ritter Dirt and Asphalt Jobs and Careers | Indeed.com

2 Ritter Dirt and Asphalt jobs. Apply to the latest jobs near you. Learn about salary, employee reviews, interviews, benefits, and work-life balance

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Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Feb 25

Today was a productive work day followed by a 45-minute walk in a mossy, drippy forest. That was magic. How was your day? 🙂🌧️🌲

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Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Feb 20

I've been an Airbnb host for 11 years and have watched the market evolve. The town my property is in changed zoning rules in 2019--restricting most in the city limits to stays of 30+ days. That action definitely did not make housing more available or "affordable," however that word is defined.

Patti Goethals Rowlson @pattirowlson.bsky.social · Feb 20

Local reporters are often looking for stories that connect with their audience. Here are three types of business news that may be worth pitching to a journalist in Whatcom County: bellinghampr.com/sharing-loca...

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