Good Day
Vancouver
Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Good morning, Vancouver. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Union High School hosted Honor Games on Thursday to honor military, veterans, and first responders with ceremonial first pitches, a drumline performance, and a Battle Ground JROTC color presentation— a tribute held at the school campus. Clark County Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez urged Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick (who oversees NOAA) to extend sea lion removal authority to River Mile 66 because the animals now take four times as many salmon as local fishermen catch, risking fishing stocks in Southwest Washington. Clark County Today
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HUNTRIXX K-POP Takeover
1:30-4 p.m. — Vancouver Mall Event Space — Free with registration — Experience high-energy K-Pop performances and meet cosplay characters at this family-friendly event.
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Elevate SW Washington Youth Prevention Summit
9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Clark College, Columbia Tech Center — Lunch provided — Engage in youth leadership, empowerment, and substance use prevention discussions.
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2026 Administrators Conference
April 22-24 — Hampton Inn & Suites Portland/Vancouver — Registration required — Engage with educators discussing innovative leadership and wellness in schools.
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How to Bee-Come a Pollinator Sanctuary
3 p.m. — Hilton Vancouver Washington — RSVP by April 13 — Discover ways to support native bee populations and promote a sustainable community.
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Friday Night Infinity Gaming Event
5-8 p.m. — Mindtaker Miniatures — Cost Varies — Dive into exciting tabletop gaming with fellow enthusiasts in Vancouver.
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Downtown Vancouver Market
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Esther Short Park and Playground — Free entry — Explore local produce and crafts at this vibrant farmers market in the heart of downtown Vancouver.
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Downtown Vancouver Farmers Market
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Esther Short Park and Playground — Free entry — Explore fresh produce and local goods at this vibrant farmers market in the heart of downtown Vancouver.
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Teen & Adult Magic the Gathering Social Club
4-6 p.m. — Cascade Park Community Library — Free entry — Engage in exciting open gameplay of Magic the Gathering with provided decks or your own.
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Tween & Teen Tabletop RPG Adventure
4:30-6:30 p.m. — Cascade Park Community Library — Free entry — Create a character and embark on thrilling adventures in Dungeons & Dragons with fellow players.
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Northwest City Church Services
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Hilton Vancouver Washington — No cost information provided — Don’t miss an inspiring night at the Northwest City Church Services at the Vancouver/Portland Hilton Convention Center.
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