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Last week we celebrated the Whatcom Business Alliance, 2022 Whatcom Business Awards! With over 320 attendants, some of the best of Whatcom County came out to help reward those who have kept traditions and helped create change.
Be sure to check out the videos of those recognized this year.
Hear from former leadership and partnering companies as they discuss the legacy of the Port of Bellingham and its impact in our community now and into the future.
Part 3 of Port of Bellingham series.
Featured speakers:
Dan Robbins, Port Commissioner (2014-2017), Port of Bellingham
Jim Darling, Executive Director (1991-2009), Port of Bellingham
Stowe Talbot, Co-Owner, Bellingham Cold Storage
Learn more & see the full series at
https://bellinghamtonightshow.com/channel/port-of-bellingham/
The Bellingham Symphony Orchestra’s Executive Director, Gail Ridenour, has focused on the community during COVID-19. Hear more about how the BSO has stayed engaged with their artists and patrons and how a newly formed Whatcom Arts Project collective has rallied efforts for the arts & culture community locally.
Learn more at bellinghamsymphony.org
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Host Kevin Coleman interviews Associate Director of Outreach, Carmen Green, for Whatcom Community College. Carmen gives an update on how WCC is responding to COVID-19 and the opportunities that are available for this fall.
Learn more at whatcom.edu
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Robert J. Fix, Executive Director of the Port of Bellingham, shares the value of having open spaces in our area and provides insights on the new pump track in Bellingham.
Part 2 of Port of Bellingham series. Learn more & see the full series at https://bellinghamtonightshow.com/channel/port-of-bellingham/
Host Kevin Coleman connects with Eric Johnston, the Director of Bellingham Public Works, as they continue to provide safety and infrastructure for our community.
Kevin connects with Downtown Bellingham Partnership's Executive Director, Alice Clark, to learn more about how the DBP's been advocating for and supporting the businesses of downtown Bellingham during the pandemic.
Got an idea that could help our community? Kevin Coleman caught up with the NW Innovation Resource Center and talked with their director of innovation and entrepreneurship services, Lara Merriam-Smith, to learn more about how the NWIRC works to help ideas become realities.
Adults aren't the only ones affected by the coronavirus... Northwest Youth Services has been working with many at-risk youth in our community during the outbreak. Dean Wight and Jenn Daly share how they've adapted to socially-distanced services for our next generation.
When a pandemic hits, you have to get creative! The Historic Fairhaven Association has played an important role promoting the businesses thinking outside the box. Scott reminds us that Fairhaven is NOT closed, and businesses are ready to welcome us back.
Cancelled events and decreased tourism from the closed border have hit Blaine, Washington especially hard. Hear how the City of Blaine, WA Government and the Blaine Chamber of Commerce are stepping up to meet the needs of small businesses in the community.
NW Technology, based out of Ferndale, has been busy providing IT support during COVID-19. CEO Ryan Oord shares how his company was ready for a mobile workforce, and reminds us to stay vigilant with home office security.
While real estate was considered a non-essential business, Leo Cohen dived into his series: Building Bellingham Podcast. Hear how Cohen has embraced change and thrives on the mantra “focus on what you can control.”
How is Ferndale doing amid the pandemic? Mayor Greg Hansen shares new projects the City of Ferndale (Government) is working on, and how they're helping businesses recover during COVID-19.
Since the outbreak started, senior living facilities have been faced with unprecedented challenges. Solstice Senior Living at Bellingham has successfully kept residents safe and healthy with no cases of COVID-19. Larry McDonald and Randi Axelsson share how they modified their operations, and what creative activities they added to keep residents happy and active.
Considered an essential service, Whatcom Humane Society has been extra busy since COVID-19 began. Executive Director Laura Clark shares the challenges of operating without volunteers (before phase II), tips for easing your pet's separation anxiety as things return to normal, and how WHS continues to provide services to people and pets in need.
How are casinos adapting and re-opening? Marty Sauvage, CEO of Silver Reef Casino Resort, shares what innovative tools they're using (like a capacity monitoring app) and their phased approach to re-opening safely.
"We're true, we're genuine, and we've been there for customers from day one..." First Federal's Foundation has donated $653,000 to our community since they opened in Whatcom County five years ago. Troy Wills, Vice President of First Federal, shares how the coronavirus has impacted banking and how they'll continue to give back to our community through grants, availability, and support.
Congratulations Sara, thanks to the Twedt family for including us in celebrating your grad! ❤️🖤❤️
Congrats, 2020 seniors! Join us for the first-ever ONLINE graduation ceremonies for Bellingham High School, Sehome High School, Squalicum High School and Options High School. Going live at 6:00 p.m. TONIGHT!
Watch it here: https://bellinghamtonightshow.com/channel/2020-graduations/
Tomorrow night! Join us for the first-ever ONLINE graduation ceremonies for Bellingham Public Schools. Broadcasts begin at 6:00 p.m. tomorrow night.
Watch all ceremonies here: https://bellinghamtonightshow.com/channel/2020-graduations/
We look forward to celebrating the Class of 2020 with:
Bellingham High School
Options High School
Sehome High School
Squalicum High School
Congrats, Class of 2020! 🎉 Here's a behind-the-scenes look at Bellingham Public Schools' first VIRTUAL graduation... featuring faculty & student speeches, senior musical performances, and a roll call of names. The full ceremony premiers this Friday at 6:00 pm. Follow each school's page for updates: Bellingham High School, Squalicum High School, Sehome High School & Options High School
Incredible turnout at today’s rally. Peaceful and nearly everyone wearing masks. We know we have a long road ahead; but it’s encouraging to see our community come together in solidarity to exclaim that .
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My hope is we can come together and talk about issues from a place of honesty, humility and peace. We, as a community, are resilient. We need to move forward together to ensure a more just community and country for all.
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"Sometimes it takes these hardships to forge new capabilities, new innovations, and leaner, creative ways of working..."
Pam Brady, External Relations Manager at BP Cherry Point Refinery, shares how BP changed their operations due to the pandemic, and how they've supported our community and essential workers. From supplying fuel to Alaska Airlines in order to get supplies into Alaska, to donating PPE to Whatcom Unified Command: COVID-19. Learn more at bp.com and ampm.com
CEO and President of Bellingham Cold Storage, Doug Thomas talks about how quickly BCS was able to adapt during COVID-19 and increase safety for their employees. BCS is a critical component to keeping our local grocery store shelves stocked. Find out more at bellcold.com
Bellingham SeaFeast’s Liz Purdy, and Elma Burnham talk about the changes the festival needed to make this year. With the help of Washington Festivals and Events Association they were able to make an informed decision about this summers’ events. Learn more on their website bellinghamseafeast.org.
We can't celebrate Memorial Day like we normally do, but our heroes aren't forgotten. Take a minute to reflect today. If it helps—leave the names of those you're remembering in the comments below. Please share! VFW Post 1585, Rotary Club of Bellingham Bellingham Firefighters Pipes & Drums Bellingham FirePipes Bellingham Fire Department Bellingham Police Department Growing Veterans Bellingham Elks Mount Baker Rotary Club Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs, WWU Small Business Development Center, Bellingham Central Lions Club Lynden Lions Club Mount Baker Rotary Club VFW Post 9301 - Lynden, WA U.S. Coast Guard Station Bellingham American Legion Peace Arch Post 86 Blaine WA
Teri Treat, the Co-Owner of The Inn at Lynden talks about how COVID-19 has affected the hospitality industry and our community in Lynden. Bellingham Baby Company, Village Books & Paper Dreams in Lynden, Avenue Bread Lynden, Overflow Taps and Cheeks.
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