If you’ve purchased a sandwich somewhere in Bellingham recently, the odds are good that Avenue Bread was involved. In the last two decades the company has established itself as a primary source not only for baked goods, but for all kinds of delicious eatables. Local organizations including grocery stores, breweries, …

Bellingham is no stranger to accolades about the quality of living, desirability, and fitness in this most subdued of towns. This week saw our fair city add one more award to the list: best place to retire. To be fair, Bellingham shares that honor with 24 other American cities listed …

There’s no question that knowing the right people can be a huge advantage in business. In any working environment we’re more willing to send opportunities to people we are already familiar with than someone we just met. Building a strong relationship with your local business community should be a top …

Whole Foods announced today that they will be opening a new location in Bellingham sometime during 2016. The store will be located at 1030 Lakeway Drive, the space previously occupied by The Market At Lakeway, across the street from Fred Meyer. Once open, the location will be the 11th Whole …

One of the newest additions to Bellingham’s downtown area is HotPoint & Tea Express. The business just opened its doors this week on Cornwall, next to I and Wife Thai Cuisine. The restaurant serves cook-it-yourself style hot pot. Each seat has an electric stove built into the table, with controls …

Were you aware that one in four Americans between the ages of 44 and 70 are interested in starting their own business or nonprofit in the next decade? To support this growing population of 40+ entrepreneurs, SBA and AARP have joined together to create the Encore Entrepreneurs initiative. Whether you …

The Spring Business Showcase is the local area’s annual business to consumer trade show. The showcase is put on by the Bellingham/Whatcom Chamber of Commerce, and this year’s show is sponsored by Silver Reef Hotel Casino Spa. The show is free to the public, and allows businesses to connect with …

How much do YOU know about makerspaces? If the answer is “not a whole lot”, prepare to be educated. Let’s start with the basics. A makerspace is a place where people with common interests can get together to socialize and collaborate on projects. Makerspaces originally began as part of larger …

Are you a member or employee of an organization working in the field of communication sciences and disorders? Hiring a university student or recent graduate is a great way to bring fresh life to your business. Sponsored by WWU Career Services and the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, the …

The benefits of hiring a college graduate for your business should be a no-brainer for most business owners. The WWU Career Services Center is hosting the annual WWU Winter Career Fair on February 12th, to help businesses and students connect and forge relationships. The level of training and communication skills …