Blog by Luanne Highlander

Bellingham company goes from home to store

March 28th, 2008
Bellingham Baby Company, owned by Shelly and Jeremy Allen, have opened a store in the Barkley Village.

The couple operated an online store called Kangaroodle.com and sold to people all over the U.S. Several local customers found out the store was based in Bellingham and they started coming to the Allen's home to see what all they had in their inventory! They knew it was time for a brick-a ...

Aiki Homes receives highest rating from EnviroStars

March 28th, 2008

The following article was in the Bellingham Herald March 28, 2008. Congratulations to Aiki Homes from Relocate Northwest.

"Aiki Homes of Bellingham was recently awarded EnviroStars' highest rating of five stars.

EnviroStars is a progressive environmental certification program for businesses. A fivestar certification demonstrates that a company is a proactive leader, committed to preventing ...

Lynden City Park get a new Trail

March 28th, 2008
Thanks to an Eagle Scout's project, Lynden's City Park has a new winding trail that connects the Jim Kaemingk Sr. trail to the YMCA. He had to learn to operate a tractor, donated by Scholten's Equipment, to scrape the ground flat. Volunteers helped pound in reinforcement bar to set the trail width and then, again using the tractor, filled it with wood chips to ensure there were no tripping ...

60 Sudden Valley Drive East, Bellingham, WA

March 27th, 2008

I just finished uploading this residential lake view for sale, 60 Sudden Valley Drive East, Bellingham, WA

Stunning Lake Whatcom view home near the golf course & marina. Custom finishes throughout w/black walnut hardwood floors,unique slab granite & travertine counters and designer cabinets. Enjoy the lake views from the large, glass-railed,deck. 3200 sqft. 4 bd + large office, day-spa custo ...

Holland Days in Lynden

March 25th, 2008
Get ready for another great tradition in Lynden. May 2nd and 3rd, Lynden will host the annual Holland Days where the city's main street is closed during the daytime for various vendors, dancing all kinds and age groups and tons of fun. The Holland Days festival, Lynden's traditional celebration of its Dutch heritage, will include a more international look this year.

"Lynden is very diverse ...

4840 Harmony Rose Lane, Ferndale, WA

March 25th, 2008

I just finished uploading this Residential bay water view for sale, 4840 Harmony Rose Lane, Ferndale, WA

Custom home with all the finishes! Saltwater views protected by CC&R's on both front Properties. Moorage available. 3 beaches. Professionally landscaped - lots of hardwood flooring radiant heat - in-law downstairs with private entrance. Main part of the home is on one level. The in-law ar ...

Whatcom County Made

March 5th, 2008

Whatcom County (Bellingham, Ferndale, Lynden, Sumas, Everson, Deming, Custer, Blaine/Birch Bay) has many local companies that were founded here and have stayed here. A very very "short list":

  • Brenthaven Urban gear such as backpacks, computer cases, binder/planner covers, fanny packs, and luggage just to name a few. Their products are extremely sturdy and seem to last forever! Th ...

3382 Topaz Court, Bellingham, WA

March 1st, 2008

I just finished uploading this Lakeview home for sale, 3382 Topaz Court, Bellingham, WA

Beautiful Custom Spec home with Lake Whatcom Views. Nicely laid-out open floor plan features gourmet eat-in kitchen with granite and top of the line stainless appliances. Two attractive stone fireplaces, one in large master bedroom. 3 Brs upstairs, 1 on main level could be home office. Situated on end of ...