Good morning, Vancouver.

On Wednesday, veterans, families and community leaders gathered at the VA Medical Center in Vancouver to mark 75 years since the Korean War began by placing a wreath and reading the names of 39 local soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Organizers said the ceremony honors their bravery and underlines a strong U.S. alliance with South Korea — a promise to never forget this conflict.

Officers found two men shot to death in a parking lot around 3 a.m. Wednesday after a caller reported a potential suicide at the 8600 block of Northwest Erwin O Riger Memorial Highway — police are investigating the incident.

Construction begins today at 78th Street Heritage Farm to restore two acres of wetlands and add three acres of vegetated buffer along Cougar Creek’s headwaters.

The project is funded by the Washington Department of Ecology and the county Clean Water Fund (completion is expected this fall).

A Clark County heat study on July 12, 2024 tracked over 50 volunteers driving 17 routes and found that downtown Vancouver, Orchards, Fourth Plain and Fruit Valley had the hottest afternoons—indicating that densely developed areas reached higher temperatures.

Researchers noted a rise in emergency visits when Vancouver hit 96 degrees earlier this month.

Parkour Explorers Camp

1-4 p.m. — Parkour Visions - Esther Short — Camp tuition required — A high-energy camp for kids to run, jump, and explore parkour skills.

Cultural Ecosystems Nature Day

10 AM – 1 PM — Columbia Springs — Free entry — Engage in hands-on science and nature experiences suitable for all ages.

Cars & Coffee 2025

9-11 a.m. — Walmart Supercenter — Free entry — Showcase your vehicle and enjoy quality time with fellow car enthusiasts and families.

Baby Storytime for Infants

1-2 p.m. — Cascade Park Community Library — Free entry — Engage your little ones in stories and songs perfect for babies aged 0-18 months.

Writing Group at Final Draft Taphouse

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Final Draft Taphouse — Free to attend — Engage in productive writing sprints over craft beers in a relaxed atmosphere.

Vancouver Waterfront Concert Series

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Vancouver Waterfront — Free entry — Experience a delightful evening of eclectic musical talent on the Columbia River shore.

Friday Night Infinity

5-9 p.m. — Mindtaker Miniatures — Check out new arrivals and engage in open gaming with fellow hobby enthusiasts.

Kid's Flea Market

1-2:45 p.m. — Kazoodles Toys — Free entry — A fun opportunity for kids to showcase their entrepreneurial spirit by selling toys and handmade items.

Weekly In-Person Networking Group

9:00-10:15 a.m. — Vancouver Innovation Center — Free entry — Connect and build relationships with locals through networking and roundtable discussions.

Soy Candle Making Workshop

4:30-6 p.m. — Live Laugh Love Art Vancouver — $65 — Dive into a sensory experience crafting your own custom soy candle.