Figures released by the Washington Tourism Alliance (WTA) indicate that tourism in Washington State logged double digit growth during the past five years - generating $10.9 billion in direct state GDP ... [Continue Reading]
Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism Promotes Message to Recreate Responsibly in Washington State
Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism has joined forces with more than 50 organizations throughout Washington State in a Recreate Responsibly Coalition to provide practical advice for enjoying outdoor ... [Continue Reading]
Whatcom County Provides Relief for Food Establishments by Extending Permit Expiration Dates
On May 5, 2020, the Whatcom County Council approved an amendment to County Code that provides a six-month extension of operating permits for some food establishments, granting relief from annual fees ... [Continue Reading]
Participate in Community Video from Home
Tell us what you are looking forward to "When this is over." Washington State's Stay Home order has been extended to May 31, 2020. Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism and Veritas Media are collecting ... [Continue Reading]
Whatcom County Health Director Recommends Summer 2020 Event Cancellations
Whatcom Unified Command (WUC), which includes the Whatcom County Health Department as a lead partner in Bellingham, is working to prevent and mitigate the spread of COVID-19 locally. Consistent with ... [Continue Reading]
Whatcom Unified Command organizes food bank deliveries for homebound high-risk individuals and families
Food bank home delivery is now available for individuals and families who can not afford to purchase food, and are unable to access food bank pick up sites. This program is a partnership ... [Continue Reading]