Good morning, Vancouver.

On Thursday evening, firefighters from Clark County Fire District 6 arrived at Northeast 179th Street and 50th Avenue near Mt. Vista when a truck carrying multiple packages of bees rolled over—its driver refused treatment and a local beekeeper was called to round up the agitated bees.

A judge ruled on Friday that WSDOT cannot withhold grants from C-TRAN as its board review continues to address compliance with state law—giving C-TRAN 45 days after a final resolution to meet legal requirements and avoid service cuts.

Fall Medicare Meeting

9:30 a.m. — Firstenburg Community Center — Free entry — Discover essential updates and information on maximizing your Medicare benefits.

Vancouver Audubon Society's 50th Anniversary Celebration

6:30-8:15 p.m. — Evergreen Public Schools Administrative Service Center — Free entry — Celebrate 50 years of birdwatching accomplishments with speakers, refreshments, and a social gathering.

Writing Group Meeting

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Final Draft Taphouse — Free entry — Gather with fellow writers for socializing and focused writing sprints.

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.

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.

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.

Battletech Day

10 AM – 5 PM — Mindtaker Miniatures — $5 entry — Engage in epic mech battles during the monthly Battletech Day event.

Soy Candle Making Workshop

4:30-6:00 p.m. — Artful Adventures — $65.00 — Experience a sensory journey by crafting your own soy candle.

October Social and Dinner

6-8 p.m. — Gustav's German Restaurant — Pay individually — Enjoy an evening of delicious German cuisine and great company.

2026 Business Planning Workshop

1-4 p.m. — Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Real Estate Columbia Tech Office — Check website for fees — Gain practical strategies to turn your 2026 vision into actionable goals and plans.