Good morning, Vancouver.

Traffic on SR14 was blocked following a late Monday night crash near Milepost 14 and drivers were detoured using exit 14 to 2nd Avenue — Union Street as crews worked to clear the scene.

A Camas startup called PowerLattice Technologies, which is working to improve power delivery for artificial intelligence and data centers, raised nearly $17 million for a $25 million round and has former Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger on its board—while current Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan supports the company through his venture firm.

On Tuesday, two teens (15 and 17 years old) brought a stolen handgun into Roosevelt Elementary School in Vancouver after a drive-by shooting near the Jim Parsley Community Center, prompting a school lockdown, remote learning at the center, and juvenile detention bookings.

Since May 17, the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife has allowed residents to salvage deer and elk from vehicle crashes in Clark, Cowlitz, and Wahkiakum counties if they obtain a free roadkill salvage permit — the rule excludes Columbian white-tailed deer.

Clark County Public Health reported that two dogs died after exposure to toxic algal mats in the Columbia River, with one death on Ackerman Island in October 2024 and another in August on the Oregon side.

The county has placed warning signs at 11 marinas — and it is working with state agencies to prevent more exposures.

ICF Oregon Walk and Talk

2:30-3:30 p.m. — Vancouver’s Waterfront Renaissance Trail — Free entry — Stroll along the river and engage in refreshing conversations with fellow coaches.

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.

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.

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.

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.

PowerPoint Skills Workshop

2-5 p.m. — Goodwill Industries of the Columbia Willamette — Free entry — Enhance your PowerPoint skills in this community-focused workshop.

Ignite Workout Fundraiser

9-10 a.m. — Tectonic Strength and Conditioning — Free — Participate in a workout fundraiser supporting youth mental health initiatives.

Battletech Day

10 AM – 5 PM — Mindtaker Miniatures — $5 entry — Engage in classic Battletech action with mechwarrior battles in the open play area.

The Networking Group (In Person)

9:00-10:15 a.m. — Vancouver Innovation Center — Free entry — Network and engage in roundtable discussions every Wednesday to build valuable relationships.

Popular Demand Performance

3:30-4:30 p.m. — Cogir at The Quarry — Free entry — Enjoy a lively musical performance by the Northwest's Power Duo for residents at Cogir.