All who are interested in the bi-state Interstate Bridge Replacement program may participate in this virtual public meeting for the Executive Steering Group, held from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 21 Community members may publicly comment toward the end of the meeting and may also submit comments in advance of or following the meeting. The […]

Ren Locus will offer free income tax return preparation at Three Creeks Library, 800-C N.E. Tenney Road, Vancouver, from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Mondays through Oct. 28 (except July 8 and Sept. 2). Ren Locus offers this service to qualified people in Southwest Washington through the IRS’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program. Qualified individuals make […]

Battle Ground Public Schools will offer a free College and Career Fair from from 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 21 at Prairie High School, 11311 N.E. 119th St., Brush Prairie. Attendees can learn about apprenticeship programs, trade schools, military branches and colleges. This event also includes a financial aid workshop from 5:3 to 6:30 p.m. […]

All who are interested in the bi-state Interstate Bridge Replacement program may participate in this virtual public meeting for the Equity Advisory Group, held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 21. Community members may publicly comment toward the end of the meeting and may also submit comments in advance of or following the meeting. The […]

The Fort Vancouver Regional Library District Board of Trustees is the district's governing body for the district and holds public meetings on a regular basis. The next meeting is 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 21. Attend online or in person at the Allene Wodeage Community Room of the Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N. Main Ave., […]

Dementia Friends Clark County will host a cozy and welcoming gathering at Memory Cafe, 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 23 at Bridgeview Resource Center, 505 Omaha Way, Vancouver. This event is for those living with memory loss and their caregivers to socialize and enjoy refreshments. Admission is free but RSVP at eventbrite.com/e/a-memory-cafe-tickets-1038454684917.

Meaningful Movies Ridgefield presents a free showing of the 30-minute documentary, "Suppressed and Sabotaged," at 6 p.m. Oct. 23 at the Old Liberty Theater, 115 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. The short film highlights the troubling threat to democracy through voter suppression and election sabotage. In 2023 alone, 150 bills were introduced to restrict voting access. […]

All who are interested in the bi-state Interstate Bridge Replacement program may participate in this virtual public meeting of the Community Benefits Advisory Group, held from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 24. Community members may publicly comment toward the end of the meeting and may also submit comments in advance of or following the meeting. […]

Clark Conservation District will host a Wildfire Preparedness Workshop from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 24 at Clark-Cowlitz Fire Station #26, 21609 N.E. 72nd Ave., Battle Ground. Attendees will learn how to protect themselves from the threat of wildfires. The event includes presentations and a question-and-answer session with experts from Clark Conservation District, the Washington […]

The Clark County Planning Commission will host a hearing on Nov. 7. The purpose of the hearing is for the Planning Commission to take public testimony and make a recommendation to County Council on proposed alternatives for the environmental review needed to update the county’s Comprehensive Growth Management plan. Planning Commission hearings are held in […]

Enjoy views of the Columbia River from the Port of Camas-Washougal's conference room as you donate blood. Blood drives are scheduled at the port, 24 S. A St., Washougal, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 20, Oct. 25, Nov. 22 and Dec. 20. Schedule a time at redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=Washougal.

The city of Vancouver’s Volunteer Programs and Naturespaces will host Flora and Fauna Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 25 at LeRoy Haagen Memorial Community Park, N.E. Ninth St., Vancouver. Flora and Fauna Fridays (Fridays through mid-December). Training, gloves, tools, water and snacks will be provided. Volunteers should dress for the weather and […]

NAACP Vancouver hosts "Courageous Conversations: Breaking the Stigma of Mental Health," featuring a candid conversation with Antonio Salazar-Hobson, author, lawyer and mental health advocate, at Clark College's Gaiser Hall, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. on Oct. 25 and the program begins at 1 p.m., followed by a book signing and reception […]

The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington needs volunteers for planting events around Clark County from 9 to noon on Saturdays in October and November. Register at thewatershedalliance.org. The dates and locations are below. Oct. 26: Burnt Bridge Creek, Vancouver Nov. 2: Horn's Corner, Ridgefield Nov. 9: Camas Nov. 16: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Campus, Camas Nov. […]

The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington will host a volunteer tree-planting event from 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 26 at Burnt Bridge Creek, starting at N.E. 18th Court, Vancouver (near the west entrance of Arnold Park). Volunteers should wear long pants, closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather. Volunteers should bring their own water and […]

Columbia River Economic Development Council will host the Innovation Expo from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 26 at the Vancouver Innovation Center. Attendees can explore exhibits showcasing sustainable and inventive solutions from local businesses. Learn about cutting-edge technology and innovative STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) projects. Admission is free. Learn more at credc.org. […]

Community substance misuse prevention coalitions, law enforcement agencies and medical providers in Southwest Washington are collaborating to host drive‐thru drug take‐back events at five different locations across Clark County from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 26. Community members are encouraged to bring their unused and expired prescriptions and over‐the‐counter medications for safe, free disposal to […]