Whatcom County News Briefs: May 31, 2023

Lynden resident named to Trinity Christian Dean's List

PALOS HEIGHTS, Ill. — In recognition of outstanding academic achievement, Trinity Christian College, Palos Heights, Illinois, has named Lynden resident Elijah DenBleyker to the college's Dean's List for spring 2023.

Trinity Christian's Dean's List recognizes its traditional undergraduate students who achieve a semester GPA of 3.5 or better in 12 or more credits with grade points.

Lynden resident earns Dean's List recognition at Utah Tech

ST. GEORGE, Utah — For the Spring 2023 semester, nearly 12% of Utah Tech University students have earned Dean's List recognition.

Specifically, 1,240 students were included on the Dean's List. Inclusion indicates students’ strong commitment to their academic pursuits, as they must achieve a GPA of 3.5 to 3.89 for the Dean's List.

Students are also required to complete a minimum of 15 credits.

Lynden resident Taylor Reams was one of the 1,240 students.

Lynden/Everson Subzone Committee meeting

LYNDEN — The Lynden/Everson Subzone Committee will meet at 10 a.m. May 31 at Lynden City Hall, 300 4th St.

Topics of discussion for the May 31 meeting include:

• Approval of Minutes for Sept. 8, 2022, meeting

• Election of officers

• 2022 expenditures report and 2023 projected

• Subzone funding mechanism discussion

• Upcoming 2023 capital projects and maintenance needs

• Comprehensive plan (FLIP) update – flow split reach

• Hazard mitigation funding (buy out/elevations) update.

Meeting agenda is available at whatcomcounty.us.

Local students, community members recognized at WASA awards

BURLINGTON — During the May 11 Washington Association of School Administrators (WASA) Region 108 2023 awards banquet, students and community members were recognized for their outstanding contributions to their school community.

WASA Region 108 encompasses school districts in Whatcom, Skagit and Island counties. Each district is eligible for a community leadership and student leadership award. The community leadership award recognizes an individual who demonstrates leadership and a dedication to support the success of all students through work closely with their local school district.

The student leadership award is granted to student leaders who have played a significant leadership role in initiatives or programs that promote inclusivity, access, equity, or social justice in their school and community.

Students were recognized for their leadership presence in clubs, cultural event planning, volunteerism and community service.

Community Leadership awards are presented to community members who contribute to student achievement in their communities.

Each year, WASA Region 108 grants one WASA Regional Award.

Signs by Tomorrow adds promotional products

BELLINGHAM — The Bellingham franchise of Signs by Tomorrow recently expanded into promotional products with its acquisition of Laserpoint Awards & Promotions.

Krys Bennett, owner of Signs by Tomorrow in Bellingham, said it now can offer promotional products, embroidery and screen printing, enabling clients to place their name on a broad range of products to give to customers. Others use promotional products for special events, including trade shows, car shows, festivals and milestone anniversaries, he added. Pens, key chains, caps, T-shirts, water bottles and much more are available.

Signs by Tomorrow now can do customized, laser-engraved awards, trophies and plaques for businesses, teams and leagues. All of Laserpoint's equipment and customer services are now located at Signs by Tomorrow, 4655 Guide Meridian. Open from 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, call (360) 676-7117 or visit sbtbellingham.com.