Good Day
Vancouver
Friday, August 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Vancouver. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Vancouver resident Stephanie Joy Mitchell found a suspected Civil War—era cannonball in her backyard while doing yard work and called the police, which led to an eight-hour investigation by a bomb squad and U.S. Air Force technicians who took it for testing. The discovery raised safety concerns about potential gunpowder inside the explosive and officials are verifying its origin. The Oregonian
- ➤ City of Vancouver officials & community leaders will hold a groundbreaking on Aug. 27 at Waterfront Gateway for a 95-unit affordable housing project that honors Native American culture and supports families earning 50%-60% of the area median income. Colas Development Group & Native American Youth and Family Center will transform a 0.92-acre site into a six-story building with sustainable features, set to be ready by Feb. 2027. Clark County Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ After negotiations with Evergreen School District failed Wednesday night, the local union for school support staff in Vancouver held its strike vote on Thursday. If the vote was in favor, a strike may begin as soon as Tuesday—the first day of school—after six months without a contract. KOIN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Clark County Fire Marshal Donna Goddard announced that the burn ban now covers recreational fires in unincorporated areas due to extreme fire danger—this measure went into effect on August 21st and will remain until further notice. Clark County Today
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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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7 Watercolor Techniques Workshop
6-8 p.m. — English Estate Winery — $50 (includes a glass of wine) — Unleash your creativity with watercolor techniques while enjoying the beautiful outdoors and live music.
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Free Home Buyer Education Class
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Summit Mortgage Corporation - Vancouver — Free entry — Gain essential knowledge on the home buying process from pre-approval to closing.
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Vancouver Farmers Market
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Vancouver Farmers Market — Free entry — Explore a vibrant marketplace filled with local products and community spirit.
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Wood Sign Workshop
4-6 p.m. — Artful Adventures — $65.00 – $75.00 — Create your custom wood sign with endless design possibilities.
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