Northwest Tune-Up Fest Photo Gallery
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Scenes from The Northwest Tune-Up Fest on Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Bellingham, Wash. The Northwest Tune-Up Fest hosts a number of races and public competitions for all kinds of riders.
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Countdown to Aug. 4 primary election deadline begins
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Voting in full swing as Whatcom County election officials send and process ballots
How Northwest Tune-Up Fest is shaping the future of Bellingham’s bike scene
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How Northwest Tune-Up Fest is shaping the future of Bellingham’s bike scene
OPINION: Bellingham food vendors shouldn’t have to drain their wallets on county permit fees
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OPINION: Bellingham food vendors shouldn’t have to drain their wallets on county permit fees
Q&A: Whatcom County’s photography legend on darkrooms, coaching and the future of photo in the Pacific Northwest
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Alan Sanders is a world-renowned photographer who has been operating in the region since the 1970s, beginning his work in Alaska. Sanders says he has no specialty; he is proficient in nature photography, street and portrait work, graphic design, darkroom printing and digital negative making alike.
The four-year degree becomes harder to reach at WWU
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Jasper Cruger entered Western Washington University expecting to graduate in four years. Instead, limited access to the required biology courses has repeatedly delayed her graduation, leaving her uncertain about when she will receive her degree.
Q&A: Western’s art students advocate for new student-run art space
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In fall of 2025, Melynda Huskey, the former vice president of Student Affairs at Western Washington University, closed the Viking Union Gallery. The space, built in the 1980s, was originally constructed to serve as an art gallery for students’ work. When plans to close the gallery were made public, concerned students and community members created and signed
Q&A: A closer look at campus blooms
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As flowers bloom across Western Washington University’s campus, many students may notice the pops of color without realizing the intention and care that go into Western’s landscaping. Plant selection, watering schedules and long-term planning all play a role in shaping Western’s greenery. Western’s Garden Supervisor Oskar Kollen discussed how campus flowers
Q&A: Have a ball with Viking Swing
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The Viking Swing club hosts weekly swing lessons for all levels of dancers at Western Washington University, specializing in teaching the basics of old-school, country swing dancing.
Western’s bus pass renewal keeps students moving sustainably
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After Western Washington University's universal bus pass program with the Whatcom Transportation Authority nearly ended this year, local transportation leaders say the program's renewal has more impact than just student convenience.
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