By Kira Millage, The Bellingham Herald, Wash. Apr. 21--BELLINGHAM -- Earl Steele thought someone was playing a prank on him when all the chairs in his classroom at the fish hatchery on Whatcom Creek were repeatedly on the far side of the room when he arrived in the morning.

By Mary Lane Gallagher, The Bellingham Herald, Wash. Apr. 13--Having a baby can be an overwhelming experience, particularly for first-time parents. Here are a few resources for families with babies on the way, and parents of new infants.

By Kira Millage, The Bellingham Herald, Wash. Nov. 1--To get federal financial aid at Bellingham Technical College or Whatcom Community College, a student needs to pass the placement exam, be enrolled in a program and have a high school diploma or GED.

By Kira Millage, The Bellingham Herald, Wash. Oct. 24--BELLINGHAM -- The state needs to increase student financial aid and coordination between all types of colleges, according to the leaders of higher education in Whatcom County.

By Kira Millage, The Bellingham Herald, Wash. Oct. 7--BELLINGHAM -- As the new college school year gets under way, Bellingham Technical College and Whatcom Community College are spending. Most of the funding listed below is from the state and is approved by the Legislature and governor.