"America at 250" features eminent historian and Western Washington University scholar Johann Neem and journalist Ron Judd discussing the search for a common narrative to describe what our county means to us. The event is a fundraiser supporting Salish Current, and features live and silent auctions of fine art from local artists curated by artist Chris Moench and a paddle-raising led by guest auctioneer Frank Catalano. Appetizers and no-host bar are available. Wednesday, Oct. 7, Hotel Leo, Bellingham. Early reservations encouraged. salishcurrent.rsvp@gmail.com
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| River otter [Keith Nelson] |
River otter Lontra canadensis
Although seldom seen, river otters are relatively common throughout
Washington in ponds, lakes, rivers, sloughs, estuaries, bays, and in
open waters along the coast. In colder locations, otters frequent areas
that remain ice-free in winter—rapids, the outflows of lakes, and
waterfalls. River otters can be found in fresh, brackish, or salt water,
and can travel overland for considerable distances. River otters are
sometimes mistaken for their much larger seagoing cousin, the sea otter.
(WDFW)
Today's top story in Salish Current: Governor’s response to WDFW investigation sows more discord
New orca calf officially has a name
A killer whale calf designated as J63 officially has a name. The Samish
Indian Nation chose the name Ts'ele7álhse, which means "the heart of the
Salish Sea" in Coast Salish. (KIRO)
WA high court tosses natural gas measure approved by voters
Justices, in a 6-3 decision, found Initiative 2066
unconstitutional because it dealt with multiple unrelated subjects.
Jerry Cornfield reports. (Washington State Standard)
How Much Plastic Does it Take to Kill a Seabird?
For the first time, researchers uncover how eating plastic trash may
impact seabirds at the population level. Greg Noone reports. (bioGraphic)
Will BC’s Land Zoning Plan Protect More Forests?
New pilot sites will help determine whether restored areas are logged again, government ministers say. Ben Parfitt reports. (The Tyee)
Americans are increasingly concerned about the environmental consequences of AI
A new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public
Affairs Research and the Energy Policy Institute at the University of
Chicago (EPIC) finds that 53% of Americans are extremely or very
concerned about the environmental impacts of AI, up from 41% who said
the same in 2025. Younger adults ages 18-29 have become particularly
concerned, increasing from 38% last year to 60% today and moving from
levels similar to other age groups to the highest level of concern. (Associated Press/NORC)
Democracy Watch
- Trump calls possible Canada-EU move a hostile act after escalating trade war (Canadian Press)
- Postal Service chief says work stopped on computer system key to Trump effort to limit mail voting (AP)
- WA governor takes stand against initiative repealing ‘parents bill of rights’(KNKX)
West Entrance U.S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca- 138 AM PDT Fri Sep 18 2026
TODAY NW wind 5 to 10 kt. Seas 3 to 4 ft. Wave Detail: W 3 ft at 8 seconds.
TONIGHT NW wind 5 to 10 kt. Seas around 3 ft. Wave Detail: NW 3 ft at 8 seconds.
SAT W wind around 5 kt, veering to NW in the afternoon. Seas around 3 ft in the morning, then around 2 ft or less. Wave Detail: W 2 ft at 8 seconds.
SAT NIGHT W wind 5 to 10 kt. Seas around 2 ft or less, then around 3 ft after midnight. Wave Detail: W 3 ft at 5 seconds.
SUN W wind 5 to 10 kt. Seas around 3 ft. Wave Detail: W 3 ft at 9 seconds.
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