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Week of February 21 - 27, 2002

They were rocking and rolling at Stafholt’s Valentine’s Day party. Showing off some fancy footwork were Vivian and Reg Campin.

FRONT PAGE

It’s going be a long, hot summer at the border Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) plan to bring 55 new inspectors, but the new staff won’t be here to help with the summer rush – maybe the Christmas rush...

Coming into the station this summer . . . Artrain In March organizers of the Peace Arch Park International Art Festival will unveil the crown jewel of this year’s event – a visit from Artrain U.S.A. and a travelling exhibition of the American artist’s view of space.

Glahn brings back the bronze Borderite Tyler Glahn won an 11-2 major decision on February 16 over Medical Lake’s Brad Groce to capture a third place medal in the 125-pound class at Mat Classic XIV (a.k.a. 2002 State Championships) in the Tacoma Dome.

INSIDE

Lewis and Clarke
Jordan Oldman, left and Christina Swearinger dressed up as two intrepid explorers as part of Blaine school’s student showcase in February.

Up, up and away
Jump to our special four-week section to find ways life can just keep getting better and better.

Bay planners rushing to finish report The Birch Bay steering committee has added two more meetings in March in order to finish final revisions to its report, tackling the potentially divisive issue of governance last, according to Consultant Pat Milliken.

LIFE BEGINS AT 50
Get out and move! - Insurance companies are realizing the value of promoting exercise to their over 50 members. The medical bills go down as seniors get moving in a consistent, safe manner. Group Health has been proactive in supporting Silver Sneakers and Lifetime Fitness programs.
It’s never too late...- Most Americans know that just a few simple steps can lead to lower cholesterol levels and a reduced risk of heart disease, but the majority could use a serious jump start. .

Talk back! - State Representative Kelli Linville will hold three town hall meetings around the county next week – in Ferndale, Lynden and Bellingham.

Students get chance to look further afield Local students can broaden their horizons this summer with help from the Assistance League of Bellingham.

Teacher waits to cross the big pond
Blaine high school teacher Jeff Worthy has been chosen for the prestigious Fulbright teachers’ exchange program. Now all he has to do is wait.

SPORTS - Lady Bs NCC Basketball championship...Heat turned up in State race... and more.