📰 What's Making News

Regence Drops Legacy Health From Its Network — Thousands Affected

If you carry Regence insurance and see providers at Legacy Health — including Legacy Salmon Creek here in Vancouver — this one hits close to home. The two organizations failed to reach a new agreement on reimbursement rates, and as of this week, Legacy Health providers are no longer in-network for Regence members. That means potentially higher out-of-pocket costs or the need to find new providers. If you're affected, it's worth calling Regence now to understand your options and any continuity-of-care provisions that might apply. Read the full details at The Columbian.

New Blazers Owner Signals End of the Rebuild Era

Portland Trail Blazers fans on this side of the river, take note: new owner Tom Dundon says the team is done with the patient, development-first approach that has defined recent seasons. Dundon wants to push the Blazers toward competing sooner rather than later, which could mean big moves this offseason. It's a meaningful pivot for a franchise that's leaned heavily on growing young talent through tough losing stretches. Whether you watch from the Moda Center or your couch in Felida, the next chapter could look very different. Here's what Dundon had to say.

6 Sports, 1 Night: Thursday's High School Scoreboard Recap

Thursday was a packed night for Clark County high school athletics, with results rolling in across baseball, softball, boys soccer, track and field, girls tennis, and girls golf. Spring sports season is in full swing, and local teams are stacking up early-season wins and rivalries. If your kid plays, your neighbor's kid plays, or you just like cheering on the hometown squads, this is your one-stop catch-up. Check all of Thursday's scores at The Columbian.

USWNT Star Sophia Wilson on Motherhood, Mindset, Soccer

Portland Thorns and U.S. Women's National Team player Sophia Wilson is opening up about how becoming a mom reshaped her approach to the game. Wilson credits her daughter with helping her embrace a "goldfish mentality" — staying present and letting go of mistakes faster. It's a refreshing, human look at an elite athlete navigating two demanding roles at once. For soccer fans across the metro area, Wilson's story is one worth savoring. Read her story here.

💬 Community Buzz

Columbia Springs Hits 25 Years — Here's Why That Matters

A quarter century of outdoor education right here in Vancouver, and Columbia Springs is marking the milestone with a look back at how a small conservation idea grew into one of Clark County's most beloved nature hubs. If you've ever taken the kids to explore the trails along the creek or attended one of their community events, you're part of that story. Worth a read for the full timeline of how this gem came together. Read the anniversary feature.

What "Paying Attention" Can Teach Us Outside the Classroom

Columbia Springs' latest "Lessons That Stick" column digs into something deceptively simple: the idea that paying attention is a skill you can actually practice and get better at. It's framed around outdoor education, but the takeaway applies to anyone who wants to slow down and notice more — whether you're on a nature walk or just sitting in your backyard. A quick, surprisingly resonant read. Check out the full column.

Fix It, Don't Toss It: Monthly Repair Tips Worth Bookmarking

Columbia Springs has been quietly publishing a monthly "Repair Tip of the Month" series, and both the January and February 2026 editions are solid. If you're the type who'd rather mend something than send it to the landfill, these bite-sized guides are right up your alley. Practical, zero-waste mindset — very Vancouver. See the latest repair tip.

⚡ Quick Bites

UW Huskies, UP Pilots Bring Division I Baseball to Ridgefield April 21

The Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex will host a college baseball matchup between the University of Washington and the University of Portland as part of the NWBCA College Classic. Youth players in uniform get in free — a rare chance to catch Division I ball right here in Clark County. Full details here.

Ryan Scott Tapped as Lacamas Lake Elementary's Next Principal

Camas School District has named associate principal Ryan Scott to lead Lacamas Lake Elementary, succeeding Julie Mueller, who is retiring. Scott has been supporting multiple Camas elementary schools and steps into the top role for the coming school year. Read more.

Pike Place Market Adds Bollards Ahead of FIFA World Cup

Seattle's Department of Transportation is installing temporary, movable bollards at Pike Place Market this month to limit vehicle access during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Worth knowing if you're planning a summer trip across the river. Here's the rundown.

225-Year-Old Danish Warship Found in Copenhagen Harbor

Marine archaeologists have discovered a Danish warship sunk by Admiral Horatio Nelson's British fleet during the 1801 Battle of Copenhagen, sitting on the harbor's seabed for more than two centuries. One for the local history buffs and maritime nerds among us. See the discovery.

Columbia Springs Shares Why Rainy-Day Field Trips Still Work

Columbia Springs' latest "Lessons That Stick" blog post makes the case that some of the best outdoor learning happens when it's wet — a fitting philosophy for a Vancouver nature center that knows our weather well. Read their take.

What's Behind Target's Dress-Code Refresh?

Target is doubling down on the classic red shirt and khakis look for employees nationwide, part of a push to make staff easier to find and stores feel more polished. Shoppers cited stocked shelves and helpful employees as top priorities. Details here.

📅 Mark Your Calendar

Friday, April 3

• Rotary Club of Three Creeks — Free meeting for guests and prospective members at Columbia Ridge Winery, Ridgefield
• Drawing for the Adult Beginner — Four-week course with instructor Hannah Complin, 5 p.m. at Art Zone, Camas ($175)
• Recycling 201: Beyond the Curb — Free RecycleU workshop on recycling and reuse beyond curbside basics, various locations
• Cascade Park Kiwanis Meeting — 5:30–7 p.m. at Leonardo's Pizzeria, 16505 S.E. First St., Vancouver (free, guests welcome)
• Line Dancing Lessons with Kat Nichols — 7–9 p.m. at Ashwood Taps and Trucks, Washougal ($10, beginners welcome)
• Family Bingo at Kalama Harbor Lodge — Doors at 6 p.m., bingo at 7 p.m. at McMenamins Kalama Harbor Lodge, Kalama (free)
• Discover Vancouver Poet Mary Barnard with Historian Betty Bell — Speaker Series, 7–8:30 p.m. at the Fort Vancouver Visitor Center (free)
• Fort Vancouver Rose Society featuring Rose Expert Kim Erion — 7 p.m. at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Vancouver (free)
• Maundy Thursday Service — Bilingual Eucharist at 7 p.m. at St. Luke's-San Lucas Episcopal Church, Vancouver (free)
• Best Medicine Comedy Night with Jess Everett — 7:30 p.m. at The Cedars Public House Diamond Ballroom, Brush Prairie ($15)
• Columbia Mothers of Twins Club — 7:30–9 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, Vancouver (free)
• Enhance Fitness Classes — 8:30–9:30 a.m. and 10–11 a.m. at Bethel Lutheran Church, Brush Prairie (for adults 60+)
• Hands-On Plant Propagation — 9:30–11 a.m. at 78th Street Heritage Farm, Hazel Dell ($10, take home two plants)
• Mike Smith and Uta Zuendel Exhibition — Second Story Gallery at Camas Library, ongoing through April 25 (free)
• Good Friday at St. Luke's-San Lucas — Liturgy in English at noon and in Spanish at 7 p.m., 426 E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver (free)
• NAMI Art Group — 1–3 p.m. at the NAMI office, 4201 N.E. 66th Ave., Vancouver (free)
• Camas First Friday: Spring into History — 5–8 p.m. in Downtown Camas with walking tours, art shows, a photo contest, shopping and dining (free)
• Society of Washington Artists: The Joy of Letting Go — Abstract art by Allan Oliver and Kimberlee Wixom, opening reception 5–8 p.m. at Hilton Vancouver Washington (free)
• Art in Bloom at Vancouver Arts Hub — Battle Ground Art Alliance spring show, 5–8 p.m. at 1007 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver (free)
• RE:collection Exhibit at Art at the Cave — Opening reception 5–9 p.m. featuring Kelly Williams, Helen C. White and more, 108 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver (free)
• First Friday Art Walk at A Hall Studio — 5–8 p.m. with live music by Nathun Finkhouse and art by Gene Mason, Jon Kraft and Keith Russell, 210 W. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver (free)
• Clark County Historical Museum After Hours with Printed Matter Vancouver — Art, writing and community, 5 p.m. at the Clark County Historical Museum, Vancouver
• Mandala Rock Painting Workshop — 5:30 p.m. at Dandelion Teahouse & Apothecary, Vancouver ($15, supplies included)
• First Friday Open Sculpting at Kilnfolk — 6:30–8 p.m. at Kilnfolk Clay Studio, 108 W. Sixth St., Vancouver ($50, no experience needed)
• Are You the King? Elvis Impersonation Contest — 6:45 p.m. at Magenta Theater, Vancouver, before the opening of Four Old Broads at 7:30 p.m. (free to watch)
• Union High School presents The Little Mermaid, Jr. — 7 p.m. at Union High School Performing Arts Complex, Camas ($8–$12)
• Les Misérables — 7:30 p.m. at Keller Auditorium, Portland (from $80)
• Stumptown Stages Presents: Avenue Q — 7:30 p.m. at Brunish Theatre, Portland ($43–$79)
• Oregon Ballet Theatre: Princess and the Pea — 7:30 p.m. at Newmark Theatre, Portland ($39–$137)
• Holy Week at St. Paul Lutheran Church — Good Friday Tenebrae service at 7:30 p.m., Vancouver (free)
• Candlelight: Tribute to The Beatles — 8:30 p.m. at Miller Hall, Portland ($34–$55, ages 8+)
• Wild About Nature — Artist Reception and Lecture Series — Light refreshments and artwork by Joy Markgraf plus nature lectures, 5:30 p.m. at White Salmon Valley Community Library

Family & Kids

• Easter EGGsperience Toddler Play Park — 9 a.m. at Kids Club Fun & Fitness, Vancouver (ages 3 and under, $14.99, Easter Bunny photos)
• Easter Family Swim — 5:30 p.m. at Goldfish Swim School, Vancouver (free)
• Family and Friends Friday Climb — 5 p.m. at Firstenburg Community Center, Vancouver (ages 4+, $33–$41)
• Family Fun Night in Salmon Creek — 6–9 p.m. at Salmon Creek Grange, 1900 N.E. 154th St., Vancouver (free, games and snacks)
• Easter EGGstravaganza Friday Fun Night — Drop-off 6:30 p.m. at Kids Club Fun & Fitness, Vancouver (includes pizza and games, $39.99)
• Laser K-Pop Demon Hunters — 4:30 p.m. laser show at OMSI Planetarium, Portland ($7.50)

Teens

• Adult & Teen Intro to 3D Design — 2–3:30 p.m. at Cascade Park Community Library, Vancouver (ages 13+, free)
• Tween & Teen Tabletop Role-Playing Game Adventure — 4:30–6 p.m. at Ridgefield Community Library (ages 9–19, free)

Adults

• Vancouver's Poet: The Life and Works of Mary Barnard — Historian Betty Bell explores the poet's modernist legacy, 7 p.m. at Fort Vancouver Visitor Center

Seniors

• 60+ Senior Community Meal Program — Free lunch noon–1 p.m. at Calvary Chapel Vancouver, 6503 E. Mill Plain Blvd.

Saturday, April 4

• Downtown Vancouver Farmers Market — 9 a.m.–3 p.m. at Esther Short Park, Vancouver
• Sons of The American Legion Squadron 168 — 9–10 a.m. at Tum Tum Post 168, Amboy (free, all welcome)

Family & Kids

• Annual Battle Ground Kiwanis Free Easter Egg Hunt & Pancake Fundraiser — 8–10:30 a.m. at Kiwanis Park, Battle Ground
• Hop into Spring at the Oregon Zoo — 9 a.m. at the Oregon Zoo, Portland (lawn games, animal encounters, crafts for kids 8 and under)