poetrywatch

  February 2026

poetrywatch

“When power leads man toward arrogance, poetry reminds him of his limitations. When power narrows the area of man’s concern, poetry reminds him of the richness and diversity of existence. When power corrupts, poetry cleanses.” — John F. Kennedy Boris … Continue reading

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  February 2026

Hair Ice – An Elusive Delight in Our Winter Woods

by Ron Kleinknecht We all know what ice is, but do we all know about the many interesting forms that it can take? Some of these forms such as hair ice (haareis) are often difficult to see as they are … Continue reading

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  February 2026

Statewide Ranked Choice Voting Bill Status

by Shannon Grimes, Sightline Institute Washington’s HB 2210 would establish standards for towns and counties opting into this elections upgrade. The Washington Protect Our VOICES (Voting Options, Implementation, Compliance, Education, and Standards Act) Act would clarify the rules and create … Continue reading

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  February 2026

Bellingham City Council

Action Taken at December 8, 2025 Meeting Shall the council: 248. Authorize the mayor to spend $289,000 purchase a 3.62-acre property from Derek and Amanda Hahn? The property will be acquired through the Lake Whatcom Watershed Land Acquisition and Preservation … Continue reading

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  February 2026

Port of Bellingham Commission

Action Taken at December 16, 2025 Meeting Shall the commission: 125. Appoint Tamara Sobjack (chief financial officer) as auditor and Sarah Eastwood (controller) as deputy auditor for fiscal year 2026? The auditor reviews and certifies all payments, maintains control over … Continue reading

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  February 2026

Whatcom County Council

Compiled by Barry MacHale Action Taken at December 1, 2025 Special Meeting Shall the council: 291. Certify Whatcom County’s 2026 property tax levies for taxing districts? The collection refers to the regular levy, excess levy, and refund levy. The taxing … Continue reading

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