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PROPOSITION 4: YES on jail statement.

PROPOSITION 4: YES on jail statement. Peter Frazier Yes on Jail Committee... Yes on Jail Our jail is dangerous and unhealthy for inmates and staff: 20 women share one toilet/shower; failing elevators; no smoke evacuation - it’s inhumane and a liability. Expensive to run and inadequate, even as Whatcom’s population has doubled, mental health and addiction problems worsen, and inmate challenges grow. Cramped space limits family/attorney visitation; medical, behavioral, and addiction services. ...

By Charlie Crabtree|2023-10-20T09:00:30-07:00October 20, 2023|Fourth Corner News|1 Comment

JACKIE DEXTER for Whatcom County Council District 5

JACKIE DEXTER for Whatcom County Council District 5 Jackie Dexter I am a mother, wife, scientist, and farmer of both land and sea. My husband and I have called Whatcom County our home for the last 18 years. In 2007 I obtained my Bachelor of Science in biology from Western Washington University and in 2015 I received my Fisheries and Aquaculture Certificate from Bellingham Technical College. We decided to raise our children in the ...

By Charlie Crabtree|2023-10-20T08:48:50-07:00October 20, 2023|Beyond the Fourth Corner, Elections, Government & Politics, Fourth Corner News, The Fourth Corner|1 Comment

BEN ELENBAAS for Whatcom County Council District 5

BEN ELENBAAS for Whatcom County Council District 5 Ben Elenbaas It’s been an honor to represent you, but there is still more work to be done. Far too many people are being marginalized by a council majority that seems to only serve their own interests. The result is Bellingham-centric solutions that don’t serve you. Throwing more of your tax dollars at problems rarely results in better outcomes. Budgets continue to grow while ...

By Charlie Crabtree|2023-10-20T07:23:13-07:00October 20, 2023|Beyond the Fourth Corner, Education, Fourth Corner News, The Fourth Corner|0 Comments

JON SCANLON for Whatcom County Council At-Large

JON SCANLON for Whatcom County Council At-Large Jon Scanlon My name is Jon Scanlon and I live in Bellingham with my wife Jennifer—an obstetrician—and our two dogs, who love to join in on outdoor adventures across Whatcom County. I hope to earn your vote for Whatcom County Council. My commitment to public service is deeply ingrained. I was raised by a tight-knit family with a history of community and public service. I ...

By Charlie Crabtree|2023-10-20T07:10:13-07:00October 20, 2023|Beyond the Fourth Corner, Elections, Government & Politics, Fourth Corner News, The Fourth Corner|0 Comments

DAN PURDY for Whatcom County Executive

DAN PURDY for Whatcom County Executive The County Executive plays no small role in the prosperity of Whatcom. Dan Purdy I'm prepared to hit the ground running immediately. To that point, I've created a plan for my first 100-Days. "Dan's Plan" includes 1) Create an actionable plan to tackle homelessness in Whatcom County and 2) Implement targeted crime prevention strategies. This prioritizes solutions that provide shelter, mental health/addiction services, and pathways to ...

By Charlie Crabtree|2023-10-21T10:39:17-07:00October 19, 2023|Elections, Government & Politics, Fourth Corner News, The Fourth Corner|0 Comments

NEED INFO ON VOTING General Election 2023?

INFO ON VOTING General Election 2023 IF YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO NEEDS TO REGISTER OR CHANGE THEIR ADDRESS: General Election Registration Deadlines: County Courthouse 1) Monday, October 30 is the deadline for online registrations or address updates. If mailing a registration form, it must be received at the Auditor’s Office by October 30. 2) Starting Tuesday, October 31 citizens needing to register or update their address in time for the ...

By Charlie Crabtree|2023-10-19T15:13:18-07:00October 19, 2023|Fourth Corner News|0 Comments

TABLE OF CONTENTS In their own words: Statements from Whatcom Candidates 10/19/23

LYNDEN SCHOOL DISTRICT 504 DIRECTOR POSITION 2…… Nick Sawka LYNDEN SCHOOL DISTRICT 504 DIRECTOR POSITION 2….. Danny Martinez LYNDEN SCHOOL DISTRICT 504 DIRECTOR POSITION 5….. Doris Smith FERNDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT 502 DIRECTOR POSITION 1….. Beth Perry FERNDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT 502 DIRECTOR POSITION 1….. Kevin Erickson FERNDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT 502 DIRECTOR POSITION 3….. Nancy Button FERNDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT 502 DIRECTOR POSITION 3….. Toni Jefferson BLAINE SCHOOL DISTRICT 503 DIRECTOR POSITION 1….. Erika Creydt BLAINE SCHOOL ...

By Charlie Crabtree|2023-10-20T07:27:31-07:00October 19, 2023|Fourth Corner News|0 Comments

Senator who helped pass restrictions on Police chimes in on Sheriff’ Choice.

CASCADIADAILY Headline features opinion by State Senator that infers that only one person for Sheriff can represent the Senator's views on the justice system and this project. Guest-writer Tawsha Thompson writes about the Senator's voting record in response: Tawsha Thompson This article infuriates me so many reasons but I will articulate my top 2: Tawsha Thompson: 1. The bipartisan Yes Jail committee has worked very collaboratively to help pass this important and needed proposition. ...

By Charlie Crabtree|2023-10-17T13:13:40-07:00October 15, 2023|Elections, Government & Politics, Fourth Corner News, The Fourth Corner|1 Comment

RUSS WHIDBEE for Bellingham City Council At-Large

Russ Whidbee for Bellingham City Council At-Large Russ Whidbee Hello, my name is Russ Whidbee and I am running for Bellingham City Council At-Large. I’m not a politician, I’m an accounting instructor and financial manager. I truly believe that we need someone on our Bellingham City Council that understands budgets, actuals and fiduciary responsibility. As a financial manager, I currently have millions of dollars of assets under-management and am highly regulated by ...

By Charlie Crabtree|2023-10-17T15:00:48-07:00October 15, 2023|Beyond the Fourth Corner, Elections, Government & Politics, Fourth Corner News, The Fourth Corner|0 Comments

WYATT SHEDD-STEWART for Ferndale City Council Pos. 4

Wyatt Shedd-Stewart for Ferndale City Council Position 4 I want us to find our homes in Ferndale, to thrive here, and to have engaged community members of all ages sharing in creating the Ferndale of tomorrow. As a young professional, I was grateful that my wife and I were able to buy a house in Ferndale and we believe home ownership and community involvement should be a more accessible goal for all families. For ...

By Charlie Crabtree|2023-10-15T09:57:47-07:00October 15, 2023|Elections, Government & Politics, Fourth Corner News, The Fourth Corner|0 Comments