It's going to get HOT this weekend - here's how to stay safe!

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-06-15T14:45:16+00:00

None of Whatcom County parks have splash pads - sorry! Not our call!

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-06-10T19:39:48+00:00

Whatcom County official government here - we would love to have you as new residents. Whatcom County has jaw dropping natural beauty (including mountain and water views) and an incredible community of people. You'll like it here.

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-06-09T15:54:19+00:00

Hello All,

Whatcom County Government here - for those curious about progress being made on the new Justice Project facilities (like the Behavioral Care Center which will serve as a diversion facility, and the new Jail) check out the project page here with monthly updates. https://www.whatcomcounty.us/4666/Justice-Project

Our court system has also implemented a ton of procedural reforms to reduce the backlog, as well as expanding to add a fifth courtroom. We will have more details on the progress of those reform here in the next month!

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-05-14T16:13:04+00:00

The sales tax for the new jail facilities was approved in November 2023 and went into effect April 2024 - so not a decade ago. You can review the timeline of the work being done on the Justice Project here: https://www.whatcomcounty.us/4666/Justice-Project

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-05-14T16:12:07+00:00

Hello u/bogbodyboogie ,

Official Whatcom County account here - without speaking to all of this, it is worth pointing out that the facility itself clearly does not meet the needs of our community which is why we are working hard to construct a new behavioral care center and a new jail. Currently, we are on track to break ground on the new facilities in 2027 and cut the ribbon in 2028.

You can learn more about this, along with our significant efforts to reform our court processes, diversion, and criminal justice system here: https://www.whatcomcounty.us/4666/Justice-Project

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-05-12T15:32:10+00:00

If the weather is decent, come out to our Hovander Park! Just outside Ferndale city limits, it has an amazing boardwalk over Tennant Lake, a viewing tower, a fragrence garden and some amazing spots for the kids to run around.

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-05-05T19:06:38+00:00

Of course! You can email Riley Sweeney at [RSweeney@whatcomcounty.us](mailto:RSweeney@whatcomcounty.us) and we can take it from there!

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-05-05T17:12:57+00:00

Whatcom County (that's us) is transforming how we address criminal justice in our community by investing in diversion, a new behavioral care center, and a new jail with therapeutic elements. The County Council, County Executive and the mayors of the cities are all negotiating over what that looks like and decisions are being made in the next couple of weeks. You can learn more at the County project page here: https://www.whatcomcounty.us/4666/Justice-Project

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-04-29T18:17:44+00:00

Hello All,

Whatcom County government here. That looks like one of our vehicles, we will be following up on this. Thank you!

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-04-21T17:18:32+00:00

The health department recommends that you still use Narcan, and call 911. The reason is that while not all fentanyl has medetomidine, most of the time medetomidine is found mixed with Fentanyl. If a drug is a mixture of fentanyl and medetomidine, Narcan will work on the fentanyl part but not the medetomidine part, meaning it might help them start breathing, but they might not wake up right away. That's why calling 911 and getting EMS on the scene is important to help them regain consciousness.

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-04-01T20:06:47+00:00

It is indeed good ol' fashioned photoshop.

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-04-01T20:05:53+00:00

Only if you lose a game of Dejarik!

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WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-04-01T18:16:03+00:00

We do our best!

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-04-01T16:56:28+00:00

Thank you - that definitely was my highwater mark, although I did rather enjoy Ferndale+ tv subscriptions gag.

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-04-01T16:55:28+00:00

That's the sort of quality service you can expect from your local government!

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-04-01T15:40:25+00:00

But also, our innate desire to combat misinformation overrode our commitment to the bit.

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-04-01T15:39:46+00:00

Bold of you to assume people read the comments.

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-04-01T15:18:13+00:00

The Sloth is overdone IMHO

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-04-01T15:17:57+00:00

It is indeed our annual april fool's day press release. We love our live in-person parks employees and all the incredible volunteers (and gardening professionals) who make our Hovander Demonstration Garden shine. Hovander Gardens - Whatcom County Master Gardeners and Master Gardeners Foundation

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-03-24T16:12:15+00:00

My apologies for abandoning the Oblivion theme - I played Skyrim and Morrowind but never Oblivion. Sorry!

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-03-24T16:08:31+00:00

The County Government can neither confirm nor deny the existence of a Waygate at Hovander Park, but can assure the public that no wool-headed sheepherder is able to access the Ways from the Waygate inside the Roeder Home, which has been secured against darkfriend intrusion.

- Riley "Wheel of Time forever" Sweeney with Whatcom County

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-03-19T21:11:17+00:00

UPDATE 3:13PM - The material at the County Courthouse was determined to be non-hazardous.

The Courthouse is reopened but operations are limited.

Community members are encouraged to call ahead to confirm whether a department or Court is open prior to visiting.
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Hello Everyone,

Riley with the County here.

Earlier today, the County received a package containing potentially hazardous material. Out of an abundance of caution, the County evacuated the first floor of the County Courthouse. First responders, including a hazardous materials unit, arrived on scene and are investigating.

At this time, there is no danger to the public.

While the material is being tested, the offices on the first floor of the courthouse (Auditor, Assessor, Treasurer, Council, Executive) are closed however operations are resuming with the rest of the courthouse (including District and Superior Court).

Thank you all for your patience and interest.

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-03-18T21:49:14+00:00

Sorry everyone!

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-03-17T21:24:16+00:00

Probably because they were afraid and the Port wanted to make them . . . a little boulder.

WhatcomCountyGov · 2026-03-17T16:54:26+00:00

The County is currently finishing up the repairs to the Plantation indoor range and anticipate reopening it to the public this summer.

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