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Wolves and Indians in Eastern Oregon

Dan Strawn, retired and living in Vancouver, has signed his upcoming novel for publication with Bluewood Publishing, LTD. “Black Wolf’s Return” is a five century ride through Western Americana that explores the common fates of Nez Perce Indians and wolves in eastern Oregon.

Magenta Theater Celebrates 10th Anniversary Season

Magenta Theater’s 10th season kicks off with an adaptation of Jane Austen’s SENSE AND SENSIBILITY Feb. 10-25.

Vancouver man, 93, publishes memoirs

He started life in small-town upstate New York, where he was orphaned at a young age and raised by his beloved schoolteacher aunt.

The Kiggins Theatre is back!

After a year and a half of renovations, spurred on by hundreds of supporters and volunteers, the Kiggins Theatre has finally reopened its doors.

Vancouver saves money on refinancing bonds for Firstenburg Community Center

In a move that is similar to refinancing your mortgage, the City of Vancouver refinanced a bond on the Firstenburg Community Center saving $932,711 in debt service payments. This proactive approach reflects the City’s strong commitment to finding money-saving opportunities.

Community input needed for Pearson Field Master Plan

The Pearson Field Airport Manager is in the process of updating the Airport’s Master Plan and Airport Layout Plan. This process requires input from a variety of different sources to ensure the best decisions are made and the appropriate information is contained in the plan.

Clark County Washington Horsewoman Expands Product Lines For Her Horse Halter Business

Clark County, WA, has more horse owners than any other county in the state, and former realtor Jeaniene Jones wants to help fulfill some of the demands of those owners and their horses

Peachtree Restaurant caters to senior diners

Now, seniors are also patronizing in groves the newest Peachtree located at 7800 East Mill Plain for its wide assortment of breakfast, lunch and dinner menus

Pacific Crest Academy and the Habitat for Humanity Store Collaborate on Spring Clean-Up Event

Pacific Crest Academy and the Habitat for Humanity Store Team up for a Spring Clean-Up Event on May 14th. Donated materials collected during the events benefit the Habitat for Humanity Store.

Our New Library Goes Green

The architects are aiming for a Leadership in Environmental and Energy Design (LEED) gold certification for the building. LEED is an internationally recognized program run by the U.S. Green Building Council. To achieve this high level of environmental sustainability, the building must earn points for a sustainable site, water efficiency, energy and atmosphere, materials and resources, and indoor environmental quality.

Clark County Genealogical Society thrives and brings history alive

Capitalizing on enormous amounts of information, records, cemetery headstones and lists like these, members of the Clark County Genealogical Society of Vancouver (CCGS) study family trees

All SW Washington Wind Symphony “Fire & Water”

The SW Washington Wind Symphony is a 55 – member, professional quality concert band; seventy percent of members are music educators from the Clark county area. In its sixth season, the group continues to nurture the community’s appreciation for quality wind band music and inspires students of music