Wednesday, May 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Vancouver. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Portland dumpling restaurant known for its soup dumplings plans to open two new locations, one in Vancouver and one in Southeast Portland. The Vancouver branch received a business license on April 21 and is waiting for approval to serve alcohol in the former Shari’s Cafe & Pies space (4720 N.E. Thurston Way) with dining hours (11 a.m. to 10 p.m.). The Oregonian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Camas City Councilor Leslie Lewallen released a statement opposing the proposed countywide fireworks ban that Clark County Council is voting on today — she urged leaders to protect personal freedoms. Clark County Today
- ➤ Representative John Ley warned today that TriMet is asking up to $15 million per light rail vehicle for the Interstate Bridge Replacement project—well above previous costs, and he urged lawmakers to demand fiscal transparency and consider cost-effective transit alternatives. This move is aimed at protecting taxpayers from unsustainable spending on the project. Clark County Today
SHOP NEWS
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3-5 p.m. — Live Laugh Love Art Vancouver — $55.00 — Create your own unique tiled art with guidance and all materials provided.
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Outlaw Music Festival featuring Willie Nelson & Friends
5:00 p.m. — Cascades Amphitheater — Tickets from $451 — Experience a legendary lineup at this year's Outlaw Music Festival with top country and bluegrass artists.
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Introduction to Filmmaking Workshop
2-3 p.m. — Stephen's Place — Free entry — Explore the art of filmmaking at this engaging workshop for neurodivergent creators.
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Wood Sign Workshop
12 – 2 p.m. — Live Laugh Love Art Vancouver — $85.00 — Unleash your creativity by painting your own custom wood sign with endless design options.
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Weekly Networking Group
9-10:15 a.m. — Vancouver Innovation Center — Free entry — Connect, build relationships, and develop your skills in a welcoming roundtable environment.
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Saturday Morning Infinity Game
10 AM - 2 PM — Mindtaker Miniatures — Entry fee may apply — Dive into exciting sci-fi skirmishes with a mix of cool models and cinematic gameplay moments.
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Family Paint Party
4:30-6:30 p.m. — Best Western Premier Hotel at Fisher's Landing — Cost included — Create colorful memories with family and friends at this fun art event.
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Visitor Use Management Training & Symposium
June 2-5 — Hilton Vancouver Washington — Registration required — Explore strategies for balancing visitor experiences and natural resource protection in public lands.
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2025 Annual Philanthropy Luncheon
12:00 – 1:30 PM — Hilton Vancouver Washington — Cost not specified — Celebrate community giving with an inspiring keynote on our legacy for future generations.
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