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Seton Catholic Caps Undefeated League Season With 51-0 Shutout

The Seton Catholic Cougars wrapped up an outright Trico League title on Friday night, dismantling Castle Rock 51-0 on the road. The defense was suffocating — holding Castle Rock to just 43 yards of total offense and two first downs all game. It's the kind of dominant, wire-to-wire league season that doesn't come around often, and the Cougars will carry serious momentum into the postseason. Full story from The Columbian.

Hudson's Bay Seniors End Careers With Rivalry Win They Won't Forget

The wins haven't come easy for Hudson's Bay's senior class, which makes Friday night's comeback against rival Columbia River all the sweeter. The Eagles rallied past the Chieftains to close out the regular season on a high note and send their seniors off with a victory worth savoring. It was the kind of gutsy, emotional finish that reminds you why high school football matters. Read more at The Columbian.

Lavell Primmer's Pick-Six Seals Mountain View's Win Over Prairie

Mountain View snapped a four-game losing streak Friday at District Stadium, holding off Prairie 24-14 behind a two-touchdown passing night from junior quarterback A.J. Kightlinger. The exclamation point came in the fourth quarter when junior Lavell Primmer jumped a route and returned an interception 51 yards for the clinching score. It was exactly the kind of momentum-shifting play the Thunder needed to right the ship heading into the final stretch. Full recap from The Columbian.

380 Yards, 6 Touchdowns: Brody Landgren Puts on a Show in White Salmon

If you like watching a running back take over a game, Brody Landgren's Friday night was one for the highlight reel. The Columbia-White Salmon standout piled up 380 rushing yards and six touchdowns as the Bruins routed Gorge rival Stevenson 56-12. That's an average of more than 63 yards per score — the kind of stat line that gets passed around the region all weekend. See the full story at The Columbian.

Week 9 Scoreboard: Skyview, Camas Clinch 4A Playoff Spots

Friday's action locked in some key postseason picture details across Clark County. Undefeated Skyview (9-0) and Camas (6-3) have both clinched Week 10 playoff berths in the 4A Greater St. Helens League, while spots in the 2A and 1A brackets are taking shape as well. Whether your house is divided or united, the full standings and results are worth a look. Check the complete scoreboard at The Columbian.

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⚡ Quick Bites

Port of Vancouver Lands $18 Million Federal Infrastructure Grant

The Port of Vancouver secured an $18 million federal grant to fund several planned infrastructure projects, a significant investment in the waterfront's future. Full story here.

Joe's Place Farms Website Hijacked by Online Sneaker Retailer

If you've tried visiting joesplacefarms.com lately and found yourself shopping for sneakers instead of pumpkins, you're not alone — an online retailer has hijacked the beloved Vancouver farm's web address. Here's what happened.

Sips of the Season Returns to Downtown Ridgefield Nov. 7

Ridgefield Main Street's annual adults-only fundraiser is back, with wine, beer, cider, spirits and bites at 11 stops featuring 20 different offerings across charming downtown Ridgefield. Get the details.

Clark County Auto Licensing Office Closed Monday, Tuesday

Heads up if you need plates or tabs — Clark County's auto licensing office will be closed Monday and Tuesday, reopening Wednesday at 9 a.m. Plan accordingly.

Camas Junior Grace Squier Named Athlete of the Week

Camas volleyball junior Grace Squier earned Week 7 high school athlete of the week honors after racking up 35 assists, four aces and 15 digs over two league wins for the 4A GSHL champion Papermakers. Read more.

Three Local Tennis Players, Two Doubles Teams Punch State Tickets

Union junior Michael Ofuasia, Camas' Aaron Li and Dylan Siems, and Skyview's Ryan Lee and Brandon Lee all qualified for the 4A state tennis tournament by winning quarterfinal matches at bi-districts. Full results here.

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Saturday, October 31

• Scary Story Walk at Camas Public Library — Celebrate the winners of the Scary Story contest by strolling downtown Camas! Each participating business features a winning scary story in its front window. Visit all locations to complete the walk. Free. More info
• Downtown Vancouver Market — 9:00 AM–3:00 PM at Esther Short Park (8th & Esther St., Vancouver). Our flagship year-round farmers market — fresh produce, local vendors, and community vibes. More info
• Apple Cider Pressing at Cedar Creek Grist Mill — 9:00 AM at 43907 N.E. Grist Mill Road, Woodland. Watch volunteers press around 10,000 pounds of apples into fresh cider at one of the last water-powered grist mills in the country. Kids can try the hand-cranked presses, and there's a Bluegrass Jam on the back deck. Free. More info
• Curiosity Kids: Become a Nature Detective — 9:00 AM at OMSI, Portland. Kids ages 3–5 work with their families on playful hands-on STEAM challenges. More info
• Ivy Removal and Tree Planting at Behrens Woods — 9:00 AM in Vancouver. Join the City of Vancouver's Volunteer Programs for a morning of removing ivy and planting trees. Training, gloves, tools, water, and snacks provided. Family-friendly. More info
• Assisted Bridge: Lesson and Play — 9:15–10:30 AM at Vancouver Bridge Club (6503 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver). Free bridge lesson followed by play with assistance available. More info
• Open Saturday at Pearson Field Education Center — 10:00 AM–3:00 PM at 201B E. Reserve St., Vancouver. Explore flight simulators, a vertical wind table, and historic airplanes. Free for all ages. More info
• Bi-Zi Farms Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze — 10:00 AM in Vancouver. Wagon ride, pick-your-own pumpkin, corn maze, and harvest festival fun. $14–$16. More info
• Pumpkin Lane at Pomeroy Farm — 10:00 AM–5:00 PM (last admission 4 PM) in Yacolt. Tractor-pulled hayride past dozens of pumpkin-people scenes, farm animals, photo ops, and food vendors. $6–$8. More info
• Merry Go Round Resale Consignment Event — 10:00 AM–6:00 PM at Clark County Event Center, Ridgefield. The fall consignment sale's final day features 30% off all day plus Bonus Bucks. Sweaters, coats, boots, baby clothing, toys, home decor, and more. More info
• Walton Farms Pumpkin Patch — 10:00 AM–5:00 PM in Camas. Admission includes corn maze, train ride, and one pumpkin any size. Dogs allowed on leash. $13. More info
• Spooky Ghosts Hand Building Workshop — 10:00–11:30 AM at Kilnfolk Clay Studio (108 W. Sixth St., Vancouver). Craft your own ceramic ghost — no experience necessary. Best for ages 8 and up. $55. More info
• Trick or Treat at Vancouver Marketplace — 10:00 AM–4:00 PM at 210 W. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver. Free indoor trick-or-treating plus art activities, games with prizes, coloring contests, button-pin making, and wood pumpkin crafts. More info
• Costumes, Candy and Airplanes — 10:00 AM–3:00 PM at Pearson Field Education Center, Vancouver. Kids in costume get a free goody bag while supplies last. Free. More info
• Adopt-A-Park: Ellsworth Springs East Ivy Removal — 10:00 AM in Vancouver. Help remove ivy to prep for a native planting project. Training, tools, and snacks provided. Family-friendly. More info
• Mason Bee Cocoon Cleaning Workshop — 11:00 AM at the Water Resources Education Center, Vancouver. The Vancouver Bee Project leads a hands-on session on caring for mason bees and preparing healthy cocoons for spring. Free. More info
• Halloween Costume Parade and Storytime at Barnes & Noble — 11:00 AM at Barnes & Noble, Vancouver. Grab your costume and join a special Halloween storytime filled with tricks and treats. Free. More info
• Halloween Tea at Sweet Peas Tea Room — 11:00 AM–3:00 PM in Battle Ground. A spook-tacular afternoon tea with fun-filled sandwiches, savouries, desserts, and a special soup. Reservations recommended. More info
• Play Bridge (0–150 Points) — 11:00 AM at Vancouver Bridge Club (6503 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver). $10. 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
• Birds of a Feather Art Show — 11:00 AM at Ridgefield Art Gallery (104 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield). Nature photographer Chris Bidleman headlines this exhibit alongside 12 gallery members and guest artist Jamie Regina. Free. More info
• Online Spanish Conversation Class (Levels II & III) — 11:00 AM–noon via Zoom with Andrea's Spanish School. Practice speaking with a native speaker in a small group — no homework, no tests. $25. More info
• Kids Life-Sized Candyland Adventure — 12:00 PM at Cascade Park Community Library, Vancouver. A sugary-sweet, life-sized board game adventure. Free. More info
• Halloween at the Vancouver Waterfront — 12:00–5:30 PM. Trick or treat at participating waterfront businesses. Pick up free treat bags at Pop-Local (111 Grant St., Vancouver). Candy, activities, and special offers for the whole family. Free. More info
• Spooktacular Trick-or-Treating at Vancouver Mall — 1:00–5:00 PM. Participating retailers hand out candy and goodies for kids ages 10 and under. Indoor, rain-or-shine fun. Free. More info
• Harvest Jam at Crossroads Community Church — 1:00 PM at 7708 NE 78th St., Vancouver. Carnival games, bounce houses, face painting, a photo booth, music, and plenty of candy. Costumes welcome. Free. More info
• Cedar Creek Grist Mill Apple Cider Press Day — 1:00 PM at 43907 NE Grist Mill Road, Woodland. Tour the historic water-powered mill, watch cider pressing demos, and enjoy fresh-milled treats. Free. More info
• Family Spooky Storytime — 2:00 PM at La Center Community Library. Extra-spooky stories, finger rhymes, songs, and a craft activity. Free. More info
• Trick-or-Treat on Main Street — 2:00–5:00 PM in downtown Vancouver. Businesses along Main Street hand out candy, plus a Trunk-or-Treat in the parking lot at W. 11th and Washington behind Metropolitan Performing Arts. Free. More info
• Washougal Trick or Treat on Main Street — 3:00–5:00 PM. Free parking at Pendleton Outlet. Trick-or-treat at participating merchants, then head to Reflection Plaza for activities and a raffle. Free. More info
• Family Fun Night at Living Hope Church — 5:00–7:00 PM in Vancouver. Tons of candy, themed booths, and games. Free. More info
• Live Music: Reb Conner at 14 Acres Vineyard & Winery — 5:30–7:30 PM in Ridgefield. Solo set in the tasting room on Halloween night. Costumes welcome, all ages, no cover. More info
• Halloween Bash at Get-to-Gather Farm — 5:30–10:00 PM in Washougal. Live music, costume contest, and pumpkin smashing. Food and drinks from Western Sipz and Mean Machine Food Cart. Free, RSVP to 360-989-0163. More info
• Holiday House on Third — 6:00–11:00 PM at 3307 N 3rd St., Ridgefield. Halloween and Christmas light display with special effects on Fridays and Saturdays. More info
• Harvest Carnival at Warehouse Church — 6:00–8:30 PM at Warehouse Christian Church (850 Sixth St., Washougal). Two floors of carnival games, all-ages activities, snacks, popcorn, and tons of candy and prizes. Costumes encouraged. Free. More info
• Halloween Party at Vancouver Elks Lodge #823 — 6:00–10:00 PM at 11605 S.E. McGillivray Blvd., Vancouver. Old-school Hollywood monster theme with live music by The One-Eyed Kats, costume contest, potluck, and dancing. Free for members, $10 for guests. More info
• Haunted Theme Park at Oaks Park — 7:00 PM in Portland. Immersive haunted houses, a Halloween theme park, food and drinks, and monsters in Hollywood-quality makeup. $25–$33. More info
• Haunted History Walking Tour — 7:00 PM at Clark County Historical Museum, Vancouver. Guides lead groups along Main Street and beyond to uncover tales of lingering spirits and mysterious happenings. $20. More info
• Night at the Museum 2 Movie Night — 7:00 PM at Port of Kalama Interpretive Center. Free showing — doors open at 6:30 PM. Stop by after trick-or-treating! More info
• VanCity's Saturday Social Dance & Beginners Lesson — 7:00 PM at VanCity Ballroom (9212 N.E. Highway 99, Suite 110, Hazel Dell). 45-minute lesson followed by social dancing until 10 PM. No partner needed. $10. More info
• Spirit Tales of the Vancouver Barracks — 7:00 PM. Historian Jeff Davis leads a 1.5- to 2-hour tour of Vancouver Barracks history and haunted goings-on since 1849. Meet at the Grant House parking lot. $17–$22. More info
• Ekklesia Theatre Presents: Middletown — 7:30 PM at Magenta Theater, Vancouver. Will Eno's funny, haunting journey through one small town and the vast universe inside it. $15. More info
• Cinema of Horrors Drive-In Movies — 7:30 PM at Clark County Event Center, Ridgefield. Drive-in horror movies with in-car audio, Hollywood-quality monsters, and terrifying twists. Food and drinks available. Tickets from $78.22. More info
• Scooby Doo Costume and Pajama Party — 9:30 PM at Liberty Theatre, Camas. Doors at 9:35 PM, costume contest at 10 PM, movie at 10:05 PM. $8.50. More info
• The Rocky Horror Picture Show — 10:00 PM at Kiggins Theatre (1011 Main St., Vancouver). The Denton Delinquents present the annual Halloween showing with a costume contest. $20. More info

Sunday, November 1

• First of the Month Bird Walk — 8:00 AM at WSU-Vancouver campus. Wildlife scientist Cindy McCormack leads birders through diverse habitats in search of wintering songbirds and raptors, from Spotted Towhees to Cooper's Hawks. More info
• Kids Throw Free at Firehouse Axes — 11:00 AM in Vancouver. Up to two kids ages 10–17 throw axes free with each paying adult. Closed-toe shoes required (or rent their Crocs). Reservations recommended. More info
• Wildwood at OMSI — 1:00 PM at OMSI, Portland. LAIKA's handcrafted epic fantasy film — a bold fusion of human-crafted artistry and sweeping adventure. More info
• Snail Mail Social — 3:00–5:00 PM at Dovetail Cellars (404 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver). Write letters and cards while sipping wine with friends. Snacks and non-alcoholic drinks available. All ages welcome. Free. More info
• Sunday Ballroom and Latin Group Classes — 4:00–6:00 PM at Dance Fusion/Northwest Classical Ballet (14511 N.E. 10th Ave., Vancouver). Beginning classes 4–5 PM, advanced 5–6 PM. $15 for ages 12+. More info
• Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons — 6:30 PM at The Old Church Concert Hall, Portland. A multi-sensory tribute concert under the gentle glow of candlelight. $42–$66. More info

Monday, November 2

• "Meet Me at the Art Workshop" with HOPE Dementia Support — 11:00 AM–12:30 PM at Vancouver Arts Hub (1007 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver). Art instructor Tricia Hall guides participants through hands-on projects encouraging expression, connection, and joy. Free; register at Eventbrite or call 360-513-5754. More info
• Downtown Vancouver Rotary Lunch Meeting — 12:00–1:00 PM at the AC Marriott on the Vancouver waterfront. Community members welcome. Free. More info
• Pairs and Spares Monthly Potluck — 1:00 PM. Monthly potluck and social for ages 50+. All welcome. Call 360-892-8944 for details. More info
• Early Learners Music and Movement — 2:30–3:30 PM at Vancouver Community Library. Songs, rhymes, rhythm, and dance for ages 0–5 and their caregivers. Free. More info
• Tales with Tails — 4:00 PM at Camas Public Library. Kids in 1st–5th grade can practice reading aloud to a therapy dog in 15-minute sessions. Registration required. Free. More info
• Cosmic Watercolor Splatter Coasters Workshop — 6:30 PM at Vancouver Arts Hub (1007 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver). Susan Soltau of Dragon Half Art teaches wet-on-wet blending and splatter techniques to create galactic coasters. No experience needed; all supplies provided. $35. More info
• Monday Trivia Night at Pour Choices Pub — 6:30 PM at 1919 Main St., Vancouver. Grab your crew and test your knowledge with host Don Elliott. More info

Tuesday, November 3

• Enhance Fitness Classes — 8:30 AM at various Clark County locations (Battle Ground, Brush Prairie, Camas, Washougal). Evidence-based exercise for adults 60+ tailored to each person's ability. No pre-registration required. Free. More info
• Playgroup at Firstenburg Community Center — 10:00 AM in Vancouver. Indoor play for ages 9 months–6 years with safe toys and climbing space while parents socialize. $7–$9. More info
• ReTails Holiday Store Opens — 10:00 AM at ReTails Thrift Store, Vancouver. Bargains on holiday decor, ornaments, home goods, vintage items, and more. Open daily through the holiday season. More info
• Hi There Juice Co. Food Drive — 10:00 AM–4:00 PM at 1701 1/2 Broadway, Vancouver. Drop off food and warm winter gear for adults, kids, and pets. Runs Nov. 3–8. More info
• English Conversation Group for Adults — 12:30–2:00 PM at Camas Public Library. Practice speaking and listening in a supportive environment. Free. More info
• Aging Solo in Clark County — 1:30–3:00 PM at the 40 et 8 Boxcar Room (2809 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver). Monthly group for ages 50+ exploring a different topic each session. Free; donations welcome. More info
• Kids & Tweens Create — 3:30–5:30 PM at Vancouver Community Library. Drop-in creative and interactive projects for ages 5–12. Free. More info
• Tween & Teen Tabletop Role-Playing Game — 4:30 PM at various FVRL library locations. Create a character and play Dungeons & Dragons — beginners and experienced players welcome. Ages 9–19. Free. More info
• Paradise of Samoa Polynesian Dance Troupe — 5:00 PM at Washougal Community Library. Polynesian dance and narration from Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, and New Zealand with authentic costuming. Interactive and colorful for all ages. Free. More info
• Vancouver Audubon Society: "Conserving the California Condor" — 6:30 PM at 13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Drive, Vancouver. Dr. Hayley Brazier, Wildlife Conservation Specialist at the Oregon Zoo, presents. Free and open to all. More info

Wednesday, November 4

• Marshall House Tour — 10:00 AM–2:00 PM at the Marshall House, Vancouver. Free 30-minute tours of this historic gem. Book a time online. More info
• Providence Academy Tours — 10:00 AM–2:00 PM in Vancouver. Tour the stunning 1873 building constructed by Mother Joseph of the Sacred Heart. Free; reservations required. More info
• Toddler Open Gym (Ages 0–3) — 11:00 AM at Kids Club Fun & Fitness, Vancouver. Soft mats and age-appropriate activities for little ones. Parent participation required. Free. More info
• Kids Read to a Dog — 4:00–5:00 PM. Build reading confidence by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog. Ages 5–9. Free. More info
• Teen & Adult Magic: The Gathering Social Club — 4:00–6:00 PM at Cascade Park & Vancouver Community Libraries. Open game play — decks provided or bring your own. Free. More info
• Gardening with Compost Workshop — 6:00 PM. Clark County Composter Recyclers teach how to use compost to build healthy soil — covering Bokashi, vermicompost, trench compost, leaf mulch, and more. Free. More info

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