Good Day
Vancouver
Thursday, September 4th, 2025
Good morning, Vancouver. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Fatal wrong-way driving accidents in Washington have surged 300% since 2014 and now the Washington Department of Transportation is installing sensor-based detection systems—funded with $2 million—to alert drivers and law enforcement at key on-ramps including several locations in Clark County. KOIN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Clark County Arts Commission will host Music on the Plaza at the Public Service Center on Sept. 20 from 2–4 p.m. and the event will feature local bands, poetry and community performances. Clark County Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ La Center School District closed Wednesday after unsuccessful bargaining sessions with the La Center Education Association, and teachers picketed outside schools as negotiations extended into the night—families were promised an update by 8 p.m. KOIN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The League of Women Voters of Clark County will hold three candidate forums ahead of the Nov. 4 election—one on Sept. 6 at Camas Public Library and the other two on Sept. 24 and Oct. 10 at Vancouver Community Library where local candidates will answer voter questions. Clark County Today
- ➤ The Clark County Board of Health is inviting a nurse to serve on its Public Health Advisory Council, with applications due by 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 30—if selected, the volunteer role begins as soon as filled and runs until Sept. 30, 2028. Clark County Today
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ California, Oregon, and Washington announced the West Coast Health Alliance on September 3rd—an effort to share science-based public health recommendations following concerns over CDC staff firings and politicized guidelines. The alliance will work to ensure residents receive consistent, trusted advice on immunizations and other health practices. KOIN
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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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Medicare Workshop at Vancouver Clinic
10 AM – 12 PM — Vancouver Clinic | Evergreen Place — Free entry — Learn about Medicare options, eligibility, and benefits in a community workshop.
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Weekly Networking Group
9-10:15 a.m. — Vancouver Innovation Center — Free entry — Build relationships and engage in roundtable discussions with local professionals.
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Family Plant Party: Create Your Own Succulent Terrarium
6-8 p.m. — Best Western Premier Hotel at Fisher's Landing — Cost varies — Get creative with family and friends while crafting a beautiful succulent terrarium in a lively setting.
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Second Saturday Volunteering at E. Jane Weber Arboretum
4-5 p.m. — E. Jane Weber Arboretum — Free — Lend a hand in preserving a local treasure while enjoying the beauty of the Columbia River.
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Wood Sign Workshop
1-3 p.m. — Artful Adventures — $65.00 – $85.00 — Create your own custom wood sign with endless design options and colors.
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Startup Conversations with Richard Phamdo
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Vancouver Innovation Center — Free entry — Gain insights from local founders and network with emerging startups in the region.
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