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Thursday, May 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Vancouver. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities arrested 23-year-old Erik Moya after a wrong-way driver struck a Roosevelt High student on State Route 14 in Camas on Monday night, killing 18-year-old Michael O’Brien and injuring two other students—police say he was under the influence. The Oregonian
- ➤ Authorities are searching for Franky Fred, an 18-year-old Pacific Islander male who was last seen on Friday near Vancouver Lake close to the Columbia River wearing black Nike shoes, black pants, and a white hoodie with Hawaiian flowers while leaving behind personal items at the beach, and anyone with information is urged to call Vancouver police. KOIN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Wednesday’s Jeopardy Masters semifinals aired at 9 p.m. on ABC and featured local competitor Yogesh Raut—joining Victoria Groce and Juveria Zaheer—as they advanced after Tuesday’s quarterfinal games. The Oregonian
- ➤ A guide lists 13 upcoming events from May 30 to June 5 including Cirque du Soleil’s ice show at Memorial Coliseum, the NW Dance Project’s season finale at Newmark Theatre, and the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra’s season finale at Skyview Concert Hall—local organizers plan family activities, art exhibits, and comedy shows with ticket prices from $10 to $75. The Oregonian
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, the Governor’s Salmon Recovery Office released a report showing six of the 14 at-risk salmon species in Washington are improving while eight face extinction due to climate change and habitat loss — officials urged ongoing recovery efforts to support the local fishing industry and ecosystem health. KOIN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Clark County Public Works announced summer road preservation work that will cause temporary delays and closures on county roads—residents living near treatment areas have received notifications and are advised to check routes before traveling. The projects include applying cape seal, slurry seal, chip seal and hot mix asphalt to maintain local infrastructure. Clark County Today
- ➤ The Port of Vancouver USA awarded Advanced Excavating Specialist a contract to extend the 0.66-mile bike and pedestrian pathway along NW Lower River Road, with work set to begin this summer and finish by the end of 2025—part of an effort to create a continuous corridor connecting downtown and Vancouver Lake. Clark County Today
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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.
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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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PowerPoint Skills Workshop
2-5 p.m. — Goodwill Industries of the Columbia Willamette — Free entry — Enhance your PowerPoint skills in this community-focused workshop.
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Ignite Workout Fundraiser
9-10 a.m. — Tectonic Strength and Conditioning — Free — Participate in a workout fundraiser supporting youth mental health initiatives.
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Battletech Day
10 AM – 5 PM — Mindtaker Miniatures — $5 entry — Engage in classic Battletech action with mechwarrior battles in the open play area.
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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.
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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.
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