Good morning, this is your Bellingham Local Frequency for Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Temperatures are starting crisp today at 48 degrees, so bundle up if you’re heading out. In local news, Whatcom County is taking big steps to address housing needs with a new 3.6 million dollar grant secured to expand supportive housing, including 37 new units focused on people with behavioral health needs. This initiative, part of the new Lake Whatcom Center Lincoln Street development, aims to bring more stability and compassion to the justice and behavioral health system.
In safety updates, Bellingham Police are seeking information regarding a recent shooting incident that left one person dead and another injured. If you know anything, authorities encourage you to come forward. And just a heads-up for travelers: there are nightly lane closures this week on northbound I-5 through Ferndale, with possible delays, especially for those heading back to Canada after the long weekend. Over in Ferndale itself, Ferndale Terrace between Vista Drive and Hendrickson Avenue is closed from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. today due to roadwork, so keep an eye out for detours and expect some brief traffic holds as improvements continue.
The weather may be cooling fast, and if you’re planning to venture into the backcountry, the National Weather Service says snow is forecast above 4,500 feet—plan accordingly, as winter is settling into the mountains early. In the lowlands, winds have already left a few thousand without power and chilly nights are on the way, so cover your gardens and charge your devices.
If you’re in the mood for arts and culture, there’s plenty to do around town today. The Doctober film festival continues at Pickford Film Center—it's a great way to see unique documentaries, both local and global. Live music is happening tonight at Stones Throw Brewery, and if you want to head down to the Fairhaven District, Cat Toren’s Human Kind jazz ensemble takes the stage at the FireHouse Arts & Events Center at 6:30. For an artistic boost, check out the PURE JOY exhibition at Cordata Gallery or the Untethered Odyssey exhibit at Allied Arts, both running until late afternoon.
Those craving some Halloween spirit can join tonight’s Fairhaven Ghost Tour at 7:30, rumored to offer a few spine-tingling surprises. If trivia is more your speed, Cheba Hut and Flatstick Pub are both running quiz nights—just the thing to add some midweek fun. For seniors, Rainbow Elders Coffee Talk will be gathering at the Bellingham Senior Activity Center this afternoon.
Sports fans can look ahead to WWU Hockey facing off against Gonzaga this Friday at the Bellingham Sportsplex. Over the weekend, the Bellingham Farmers Market returns Saturday from 10 to 2 at Depot Market Square, and there are family-friendly Halloween activities all weekend, including Boo at Bloedel and Trick-or-Treating events from Birch Bay to downtown Bellingham.
Whatever you choose to explore today, stay safe and stay connected. This has been Bellingham Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
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