Good Day
Vancouver
Wednesday, October 1st, 2025
Good morning, Vancouver. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Washougal business Sweet Porches from Halsey Hills Family Farm is offering fall decoration delivery—featuring pumpkins, hay bales and seasonal decor—to help customers spruce up their porches without extra hassle. The service aims to simplify autumn decorating for local residents. KOIN
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Clark County’s Composter Recycler program is hosting free in-person workshops on composting, recycling, green cleaning and food waste prevention from Oct 8 to Nov 19 at Waste Connections of Washington, 9411 NE 94th Ave in Vancouver + residents must pre-register to attend. Clark County Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Clark County will open applications for 2026 CDBG and HOME funds today with $2.87 million available for housing, public services, and neighborhood improvements. Applicants must complete a preliminary eligibility review by Oct. 31 and submit full applications by Dec. 5—details are provided through Neighborly Software. Clark County Today
- ➤ Today, the Washington Discover Pass will cost $45 instead of $30—lawmakers approved the hike in April and revised rules so off‑road vehicles being transported are exempt from carrying a pass while disabled veterans will still camp free but must pay for camping reservations. KOIN
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Paint Pour Workshop
4-5 p.m. — Artful Adventures — $45 — Experience the captivating art of paint pouring and create your own abstract masterpiece.
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Saturday Morning Infinity Play Area
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Mindtaker Miniatures — Free entry — Experience thrilling sci-fi skirmishes with unique models and cinematic gameplay.
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Cars & Coffee 2025
9-11 a.m. — Walmart Supercenter — Free entry — Show off your ride and enjoy quality time with friends and family at this weekly car gathering.
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Fall Medicare Meeting
9:30 a.m. — Firstenburg Community Center — Free entry — Discover essential updates and information on maximizing your Medicare benefits.
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Writing Group Meeting
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Final Draft Taphouse — Free entry — Gather with fellow writers for socializing and focused writing sprints.
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Vancouver Clinic Medicare Workshop
10 AM – 12 PM — Vancouver Clinic | Evergreen Place — Free entry — Get essential insights into Medicare options and eligibility at this informative workshop.
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FAR-West Conference 2025
10:30 p.m. — Hilton Vancouver Washington — $25 for evening concert — Experience artist showcases, workshops, and community at this vibrant folk music conference.
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Second Saturday Volunteering at E. Jane Weber Arboretum
4-5 p.m. — E. Jane Weber Arboretum — Free entry — Help spruce up the local arboretum and enjoy refreshments while giving back to nature.
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Cars & Coffee 2025
9-11 a.m. — Walmart Supercenter — Free entry — Show off your ride and enjoy good times with friends and family in a casual weekly meetup.
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