Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
Good morning, Vancouver. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Classified workers in Evergreen are preparing to strike and school may be canceled next Tuesday if no deal is reached this week, with teachers expected to cross the picket line. The union—comprising paraeducators and bus drivers seeking better pay and benefits—has scheduled mediation on Wednesday and a strike vote on Thursday. KOIN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Washington Attorney General Nick Brown faced a threat of interim suspension of his law license for missing ethics complaint deadlines over Perkins Coie contracts and an amicus brief—he later submitted a preliminary response on Aug. 14. Clark County Today
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Forest Walk at Columbia Springs
3:30-5:00 p.m. — Columbia Springs — Free entry — Discover local wildlife and plants while exploring the beautiful trails.
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Vancouver Wine & Jazz Festival
3-10 p.m. — Esther Short Park and Playground — $25 to $250, children 12 and younger are free — Experience jazz, blues, and gospel from acclaimed artists along with delicious Northwest wines and fine art.
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Vancouver Lodge 823 Annual Golf Tournament
12-9 p.m. — Vancouver Elks Lodge #823 — Charity event — Participate in a shotgun start golf tournament to support local veterans followed by burgers.
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Ivy Removal at Behrens Woods Park
4-6:30 p.m. — Behrens Woods Park — Free entry — Help remove invasive plants in a family-friendly environment with provided training and tools.
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Cars & Coffee 2025
9-11 a.m. — Walmart Supercenter — Free event — Show off your ride and enjoy time with friends and family every Sunday rain or shine.
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Weekly Networking Meetup
9-10:15 a.m. — Vancouver Innovation Center — Free entry — Network and build relationships in a welcoming, community-focused environment.
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40th Annual Endless Summer Cruise-In
12-5 p.m. — Clark College — Fundraising event — Experience an exciting collection of cars while supporting our veterans through Northwest Battle Buddies.
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Cars & Coffee 2025
9-11 a.m. — Walmart Supercenter — Free entry — Showcase your vehicle while enjoying quality time with friends and family in a welcoming environment.
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The Networking Group
9-10:15 a.m. — Vancouver Innovation Center — Free entry — Network, build relationships, and engage in roundtable discussions every Wednesday morning.
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Ridgefield Multicultural Festival
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM — Downtown Ridgefield — Free entry — Celebrate diversity with performances, crafts, and community vendors.
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