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Heritage Stuns Union 41-40 on a 39-Yard Bomb With 70 Seconds Left

If you weren't at McKenzie Stadium on Friday night, you missed one for the ages. Sophomore quarterback Graydon Burns found fellow sophomore Keean Kessel on a 39-yard touchdown pass with just 1:10 remaining to lift Heritage over Union 41-40 in a game that had everything. Two young players delivering under that kind of pressure? Remember those names — this Heritage squad clearly has a flair for the dramatic. Full recap from The Columbian.

Thor Brody Does It All as Camas Rallies Past Kelso 34-30

Camas trailed before Thor Brody decided the Papermakers weren't losing Friday night. Brody rushed for 117 yards, punched in two touchdowns, and then sealed the comeback with a clinching interception on defense at Doc Harris Stadium. It's the kind of two-way performance that makes fall football in Clark County so fun to follow. Read the full game story.

La Center Stays Perfect in Trico League Play, Rolls Kalama 41-8

The La Center Wildcats kept their unblemished 1A Trico League record intact with a dominant ground game Friday, piling up 259 rushing yards and five touchdowns against Kalama. When the running backs are sharing the load that effectively, good luck slowing this offense down. La Center looks like a team nobody in the league wants to see right now. Full details here.

Seton Catholic Puts Up 63 in Blowout of King's Way Christian

Seton Catholic left no doubt Friday, scoring nine first-half touchdowns on their way to a 63-7 rout of King's Way Christian. The Cougars were in complete control from the opening whistle, and King's Way couldn't find an answer after the first quarter. It was a statement game for a Seton Catholic program that's building serious momentum this season. Game recap from The Columbian.

Week 6 Scoreboard: Every Clark County Result in One Place

Beyond the marquee matchups, Friday was a full slate across Clark County. Columbia-White Salmon's Brody Landgren rushed for 177 yards and three touchdowns in a 58-16 win over Mossyrock, and scores rolled in from across the region all evening. If your team played Friday night, the complete Week 6 scoreboard has you covered. See all the scores here.

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⚡ Quick Bites

Skyview Rolls to 49-6 Over Prairie, Stays Unbeaten

James Allen piled up 149 rushing yards and two touchdowns Friday night at Kiggins Bowl, while Toren Baker and Soren Gibbs combined for four more scores as the Storm kept their perfect record intact. Full recap from The Columbian.

Five Touchdowns for Miles Skov Lift Battle Ground Past Evergreen

Battle Ground's Miles Skov rushed for five touchdowns in a 41-30 win over Evergreen on Friday — a one-man wrecking crew performance that headlined a wild Week 6 night across Clark County. Read more at The Columbian.

Week 6 Scoreboard: Every Local High School Football Result

Missed any of Friday's action? The Columbian's live-update thread has final scores and highlights from every Week 6 matchup involving Clark County teams. Catch up here.

Clark County Restaurant Inspection Results Now Posted

The latest round of Clark County health inspections covering Sept. 28 through Oct. 3 is online — handy if you're vetting a new dinner spot or checking on an old favorite. See the full list.

Invasive Green Crab Numbers Climbing Across Washington

Trapping efforts for European green crabs are intensifying statewide after numbers increased in most management areas over the past year, according to state officials based out of Mount Vernon. Details from The Columbian.

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Saturday, October 10

• ilani Oktoberfest 2026 — Celebrate all things Bavarian with hundreds of German, international, and craft beers, Bavarian cuisine from local restaurants, live music, contests, and games. More info — ilani, 1 Cowlitz Way, Ridgefield
• BlackPearl Halloween Horse Show — 6:30 AM–6:00 PM in the Dr. Jack Giesy Arena at the Clark County Event Center at the Fairgrounds, Ridgefield. A fundraiser supporting equine performing arts — spectators are free! More info
• Washington State Parks Fee Free Day — 7:00 AM. No Discover Pass needed! Explore Washington's state parks for free in honor of World Mental Health Day. More info
• Vancouver Audubon's Young Birders Club — 8:00 AM at WSU-Vancouver Campus. Youth ages 8–18 can search for migratory birds and irruptive finches — binoculars provided, all levels welcome. More info
• Downtown Vancouver Market — 9:00 AM–3:00 PM at Esther Short Park, 8th and Esther St., Vancouver. Your year-round flagship farmers market in the heart of downtown. More info
• Curiosity Kids: Become A Nature Detective — 9:00–10:00 AM at OMSI, Portland. Kids ages 3–5 work with families on playful hands-on STEAM challenges. More info
• Salmon Creek Trail Park Run — 9:00 AM at Klineline Pond and Salmon Creek Regional Park, Vancouver. Free weekly 5K — walk, jog, or run. All ages and abilities welcome, dogs too. First-timer orientation at 8:50 AM. More info
• Herbal Allies Tea Club — 9:00–10:00 AM at Kindred Vancouver, 2213 Main St., Vancouver. This week's theme: Digestion — plants that relieve bloating and stimulate digestion. $15 per class. More info
• Second Saturday at Jane Weber Arboretum — 9:00 AM–noon at 9215 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver. Volunteer work party tackling fall chores. Free. More info
• Assisted Bridge: Lesson and Play — 9:15–10:30 AM at Vancouver Bridge Club, 6503 E. Mill Plain Blvd. Free bridge lesson followed by assisted play. More info
• Walk with a Doc — 9:30 AM. A brief health topic from a healthcare provider, then an hour-long group walk at your own pace. Free. More info
• Open Saturday at Pearson Field Education Center — 10:00 AM–3:00 PM, Vancouver. Explore flight simulators, a vertical wind table, and historic airplanes. Free admission, all ages. More info
• Bi-Zi Farms Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze — 10:00 AM, Vancouver. Wagon ride, pick-your-own pumpkin, corn maze, and more. $14–$16. More info
• Quiltfest Northwest Golden Jubilee — 10:00 AM–4:00 PM at Clark County Event Center, Ridgefield. The 50th annual show featuring 500+ quilts, the Cherrywood Challenge Exhibit, vendor mall, and door prizes. $10. More info
• The Halloween Ball with Northwest Children's Theater — 10:00 AM (also 12:30 PM and 3:00 PM) at The Judy, Portland. Costume parade, interactive storytime, dance party, and sing-along. Ages 4+. $16. More info
• Game and Puzzle Swap — 10:00 AM at Kindred Vancouver. Bring board games, card games, or puzzles to swap — or just browse. Free. More info
• Pumpkin Lane at Pomeroy Farm — 10:00 AM–5:00 PM (last admission 4:00 PM), Yacolt. Tractor-pulled hayride through pumpkin people scenes, photo ops, farm animals, and kids activities. $6–$8. More info
• Walton Farms Pumpkin Patch — 10:00 AM–5:00 PM, Camas. Corn maze, train ride, and one pumpkin included with $13 admission. Dogs allowed on leash. More info
• Harvest Market in Woodland — 10:00 AM at Rusted Roots Apparel and Gifts, Woodland. Local vendors, pumpkin scavenger hunt, and design-your-own trick-or-treat bag for kids. More info
• Cozy Mugs Hand Building Workshop — 10:00–11:30 AM at Kilnfolk Clay Studio, 108 W. Sixth St., Vancouver. Hand-build mugs with stamps and pattern tools — instructor-guided. $55. More info
• Fall Creative Art Market — 10:00 AM–6:00 PM at First Congregational United Church of Christ, 1220 N.E. 68th St. (Hazel Dell), Vancouver. Original art, greeting cards, scarves, home decor, and artisan crafts from the Society of Washington Artists. Free admission. More info
• Perennial, Bulb and Seed Swap — 10:00 AM–1:00 PM at NatureScaping Wildlife Botanical Gardens, 1100 N.E. 149th St., Brush Prairie. Bring potted perennials, bulbs, or seeds to swap. Free. More info
• Adopt-A-Park Event at St. Helens Park — 10:00 AM. Help remove ivy and spread mulch — training, gloves, tools, water, and snacks provided. Family-friendly, great for teens. More info
• Wild Edibles: Native and Non — 10:00 AM at Good Year Farms, 29610 SE 23rd St., Washougal. Learn about edible native and introduced plants, ethical harvest practices, and sample plant-inspired dishes with the Backyard Habitat Certification Program. More info
• Sensory Storytime — 10:30–11:30 AM at Vancouver Community Library. An interactive, smaller-group storytime with sensory play, visual aids, and freedom of movement for ages 3–9. Registration required. Free. More info
• Spanish Storytime — 10:30 AM at Camas Public Library. Bilingual storytime with stories and songs in Spanish and English for children and families. Free, no registration required. More info
• Play Bridge (0–150 points) — 11:00 AM at Vancouver Bridge Club, 6503 E. Mill Plain Blvd. $10. More info
• Shine the Light: Mental Health Awareness Summit — 11:00 AM–4:00 PM in Gaiser Hall at Clark College. NAMI Southwest Washington and NWCAVE host an afternoon of mental health education, featuring presentations and de-escalation training. Free. More info
• Vancouver Pumpkin Patch — 11:00 AM–6:00 PM at Velvet Acres Gardens, 18905 N.E. 83rd St., Vancouver. Pick-your-own pumpkins, corn maze, hayrides, apple cannon, farm animals, and food carts. $12. More info
• Native Plant and Seed Library with Vancouver Bee Project — 11:00 AM. Pick up to 5 plants and 5 seed packets with 10+ varieties. Connect with fellow gardeners and learn to support pollinators. More info
• Paper Collage at Art at the Cave — 12:00–5:00 PM at Art at the Cave, 108 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver. Drop-in collage day with artist Greg Bee — bring supplies or use what's provided. Free. More info
• The Patch at Whalen Oaks Farm — 12:00 PM, Woodland. 60+ varieties of pumpkins, squash, and gourds on 40+ acres. U-pick field, corn maze, food vendors, and free parking. No admission fee. More info
• ilani Oktoberfest Biergarten — 12:00–7:00 PM at ilani Casino Resort, Ridgefield. Rooftop biergarten with beer, wine, seltzer, and spirit samples plus Bavarian food and music. Two sessions: 1–3 PM or 4–7 PM. $29, ages 21+. More info
• Guys and Dolls — 2:00 PM at Winningstad Theatre, Portland. The classic musical comedy set in Damon Runyon's mythical New York City. $48.25. More info
• Teen Sewing 101 — 2:00–4:00 PM at La Center Community Library. Learn to use a sewing machine and create a simple project. Ages 13–19. Free. More info
• Swan Lake — 2:00 PM at Keller Auditorium, Portland. Oregon Ballet Theatre performs Tchaikovsky's beloved classic with live orchestra. $75. More info
• The Golem's Gift by Northwest Children's Theater — 2:00 PM (also 7:00 PM) at The Judy, Portland. A world premiere musical inspired by Jewish folklore about a man of clay determined to repair the world. Ages 8+. $25–$35. More info
• LEGO Halloween Build Event at Barnes and Noble — 2:00 PM, Vancouver. Come in costume for a Halloween-themed mini build. Ages 10+, all LEGO enthusiasts welcome. Kits limited — contact store to RSVP. Free. More info
• Classic Cocktail Sessions Class at The Elbow Room — 2:00–4:00 PM at 1800 Broadway, Vancouver. James Beard Award-winning bartender Toby Maloney leads a cocktail class, followed by a 4–6 PM happy hour and book signing with acclaimed author Jim Meehan. Free. More info
• Floating Pumpkin Patch at Kids Club — 3:30 PM at Kids Club Fun and Fitness, Vancouver. Pick a pumpkin from the pool during open swim. Ages 0–12, children must be accompanied by an adult. $20 for 2 adults and 1 child. More info
• Flynn Creek Circus: The Cricket and the Wren — 4:00 PM at Clark College, Vancouver. An all-human circus with aerialists, jugglers, and knife throwers telling a fairy tale through acrobatics. $27–$98. More info
• Live Music: Ben Grace at 14 Acres Vineyard and Winery — 5:30–7:30 PM, 2411 NE 244th St., Ridgefield. All ages, no cover, no reservation needed. More info
• Bi-Zi Farm Nighttime Corn Maze — 6:00–10:00 PM, Vancouver. Navigate the maze after dark. Last timeslot at 9:00 PM. $9.50 (seniors 62+ $7.50). More info
• Wine and Paint: Watercolor Ravens — 6:00–8:30 PM at Pomeroy Cellars, 20902 N.E. Lucia Falls Road, Yacolt. Step-by-step watercolor painting with artist Coiya Jaquith. $49 includes a glass of wine. More info
• Second Saturday Jazz with Lukas Gienapp and Max LaCour — 6:00 PM. Piano and bass duo playing traditional jazz, fusion, and original compositions, plus wood-fired pizzas from Tony on site. More info
• Haunted Theme Park at Oaks Park — 7:00 PM, Portland. Two immersive haunted houses, a Halloween theme park, food, drinks, and oddities vendors. $25–$33. More info
• Haunted History Walking Tour — 7:00 PM starting from Clark County Historical Museum, Vancouver. Guides lead groups through downtown to uncover tales of lingering spirits and local lore. $20. More info
• Denim and Diamonds Country Western Night — 7:00–9:00 PM at Vancouver Elks Lodge #823, 11605 S.E. McGillivray Blvd. Live music by Pure Country and Friends. $15 plus a canned food donation for the Clark County Veterans Assistance Center. More info
• VanCity's Saturday Social Dance and Beginners Lesson — 7:00 PM at VanCity Ballroom, 9212 N.E. Highway 99, Hazel Dell. A 45-minute lesson followed by social dancing until 10:00 PM. No partner needed. $10. More info
• Spirit Tales of the Vancouver Barracks — 7:00 PM. Historian Jeff Davis leads a 1.5–2 hour haunted walking tour of Vancouver Barracks history starting at the Grant House parking lot. $17–$22. More info
• Cinema of Horrors Drive-In Movies — 7:30 PM at Clark County Event Center parking lot, Ridgefield. Drive-in horror films with in-car audio, Hollywood-quality monsters, and terrifying twists. Tickets from $78.22. More info
• Saturday Karaoke Night at Pour Choices Pub — 8:30 PM at 1919 Main St., Vancouver. Show up solo or with friends and let your inner entertainer shine. More info

Sunday, October 11

• WSU Vancouver Garden Workday — 9:30 AM. Help WSU Vancouver's Environmental Science Club plant native plants funded by a Washington Native Plant Society grant. Meet at the student gardens. More info
• Mushroom Foraging with Mt. St. Helens Institute — 10:00 AM at Pine Creek Information Station. Learn to identify wild edible and inedible mushrooms, harvest techniques, and cooking tips. More info
• Fall Festival at River City Church — 10:30 AM–12:00 PM, Vancouver. Carnival games, inflatables, food, and trunk or treat — rain or shine. Free tickets available online. More info
• Recycling 201: Beyond Curbside — 11:00 AM–12:30 PM at Vancouver First United Methodist Church, 4500 S.E. Columbia Way. Discover local recycling and reuse options for plastic bags, appliances, and bulky items. Free, registration required. More info
• 2nd Annual Pepper Palooza at Flat Tack Farm — 11:00 AM. Hot sauce tasting, pepper roasting, live hot sauce demo, and free guided farm tour at noon. Local producer Pepper Song will be on site. More info
• VSO USA Presents: Paul and Loti Christensen Young Artist Competition — 3:00–6:00 PM at First Presbyterian Church, 4300 Main St., Vancouver. Hear the finalists perform. Free, RSVP at vancouversymphony.org. More info
• Autumn Pumpkins Hand Building Workshop — 3:30–5:00 PM at Kilnfolk Clay Studio, 108 W. Sixth St., Vancouver. Craft ceramic pumpkins using the pinch pot method — no experience needed. Family-friendly, ages 5+. $55. More info
• Beginning Swing and Foxtrot Fusion — 5:30–7:00 PM at Vancouver Fitness Studio, 9212 N.W. Highway 99. Lesson from 5:30–6:30 PM, practice dancing until 7:00 PM. No partner required. $15 drop-in or $50 for four weeks. More info

Wednesday, October 14

• Ridgefield Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan — Open House Workshop — 4:30–6:30 PM at the Columbia Assembly Room, Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center. Help shape the future of Ridgefield's parks, trails, and recreation. More info

Thursday, October 15

• Clark College Native Plant Center Fall Sale — 12:00 PM at 1933 Fort Vancouver Way. Stock up on native plants — remember, fall is the best time to plant outdoors! Sale runs Oct. 15–17. More info
• Step Inside Opal and Ivy — Ribbon Cutting — 4:00 PM at 8606 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Suite C, Vancouver. Tour this community-focused luxury salon, enjoy refreshments, and enter a raffle. Open since January 2026. More info
• LCNN's Seeds for Education — Seed Sorting and Packing Event — 4:00 PM at Good Year Farms, 29610 SE 23rd St., Washougal. Help sort and pack seeds for local classrooms. More info
• Doomscrolling Detox: Finding Your Balance in the Digital Age — 6:00 PM at the Red Cross Building, Vancouver. Journalist T. Andrew Wahl breaks down how we got here and offers practical strategies for healthier media habits. Free. More info
• Open Mic at Dovetail Cellars — 6:00 PM. Hosted by Jeff Keddie, this monthly open mic features a dedicated lineup of songwriters and small groups, broadcast live on KXRW. Sign-ups at 5:30 PM. More info

Friday, October 16

• Vancouver Lake Community Paddle Trip — 10:00 AM. Free family-friendly canoe paddle in 29-foot Big Canoes with the Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership and Vancouver's Water Center staff. Spot shore birds, look for beaver signs, and learn about the Columbia River ecosystem. 1.5 hours. More info

Saturday, October 17

• Clark County Parks Fee Free Day: National "Take a Hike" Day — 7:00 AM. Free access to Clark County regional parks — find a trail near you and enjoy the mental and physical benefits of getting outside. More info
• Secret Spaces Tour: Post Hospital — 9:00 AM. Step inside one of Vancouver's most talked-about landmarks with The Historic Trust. Built in 1903–1904, this cutting-edge military hospital is full of stories. $35. More info
• Ivy Removal at Behrens Woods — 9:00 AM. Join Vancouver's Naturespaces volunteers to remove invasive plants. Tools, gloves, water, and snacks provided. Family-friendly, great for teens. More info
• (Not So) Scary Nature Day at Columbia Springs — 10:00 AM–1:00 PM at 12208 SE Evergreen Hwy, Vancouver. Hands-on science activities exploring creepy, crawly critters. All ages welcome. Free. More info
• Learning to Prune Deciduous and Evergreen Shrubs — 10:00 AM at NatureScaping Wildlife Botanical Gardens, 11104 NE 149th St., Brush Prairie. Classroom instruction plus outdoor hands-on demos with professional gardener Christofer Robison. More info
• Mini-Basket Weaving Class — 10:00 AM at Good Year Farms, 29610 SE 23rd St., Washougal. Learn twining with willow, cattail, iris, and more from Erin of Frog and Twig. More info
• Trail Trackers Nature Hike with WREC — 10:00 AM at Vancouver Water Resources Education Center. Learn to identify animal tracks, scat, and feeding marks on this beginner-friendly guided hike. More info
• Bear Creek Riparian Restoration Work Party — 10:00 AM on the North Fork Toutle River. Help plant native vegetation and build Beaver Dam Analog structures with Lower Columbia Fish Enhancement Group and partners. More info
• Autumn Stitching on the Farm — 10:00 AM at Plas Newydd Farm. Stitch an 8x8-inch autumn landscape under the guidance of fiber artist Nicki Eybel. Morning backgrounds, afternoon details. More info
• Fall Color Rides on the Chelatchie Railroad — 12:00 PM departing from Yacolt. Ride through the tunnel, cross the East Fork of the Lewis River, and stop at Moulton Station to visit Yacolt Falls. More info
• River Superstars: Salmon and Lamprey — 1:00–2:00 PM at Vancouver Water Resources Education Center. Drop-in hands-on activities for ages 5–12 exploring the life cycles of salmon and lamprey. Free. More info
• William Scofield Gallery — Artist Talk with Candace Pratt — 1:30 PM. Join Candace Pratt for a conversation about her work in the exhibition Accumulation, alongside Tasha Owen. More info

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