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Heritage Seniors Cap 4 Straight League Soccer Titles

Here's a dynasty story worth knowing: nine seniors on the Heritage Timberwolves boys soccer team arrived as freshmen in a program that hadn't claimed a league crown since 2004. Four years later, they've never not been champions. Heritage locked up its fourth consecutive 3A GSHL title this week, a run that has completely rewritten the culture of the program. If you see a Timberwolves bumper sticker around town, now you know why it's there. Full story from The Columbian.

Skyview Softball Christens New Scoreboard with 11-2 Rout of Camas

There's something poetic about a scoreboard dedication doubling as a blowout. Skyview softball unveiled its brand-new scoreboard Wednesday night, then promptly made sure the first final it ever displayed was a lopsided 11-2 Storm victory over Camas. The energy at the field was exactly what you'd hope for — part ceremony, part statement game. If you haven't caught a Skyview softball game this spring, the Storm are giving you reasons to fix that. Read the full recap here.

Wednesday's Full High School Scoreboard: Baseball, Softball, Soccer, More

It was a packed Wednesday across Clark County high school sports, with results rolling in from baseball, softball, boys soccer, track and field, girls tennis, and girls golf. Thursday's slate is just as stacked, with matchups including Camas at Skyview, Union at Battle Ground, and Evergreen at Mountain View — all starting at 4:30 p.m. If you're planning your afternoon, this is your cheat sheet. See all the scores and schedules here.

⚡ Quick Bites

Battle Ground High Takes on 'Little Shop of Horrors' Starting Tomorrow

The Battle Ground High School drama club opens its production of the classic musical on May 1, with additional performances on May 2, 6, 7, and 8 — including a Saturday matinee. If you've got a theater kid in your life (or you just love a good show tune), this one's worth the drive. More details here.

14,000 Safe Sleeps: Clark County's Winter Shelter Season by the Numbers

The Council for the Homeless coordinated seven-day-a-week shelter access across multiple church sites this past winter, serving 475 unduplicated individuals and logging nearly 14,000 overnight stays. Partner sites included St. Andrew Lutheran, St. Paul Lutheran, Immanuel Lutheran, and Living Hope Church. Read the full report.

Amazon Q1 Profits Surge on Cloud Computing Growth

Amazon posted strong first-quarter gains in both profits and net sales, powered largely by surging demand in its cloud computing unit — worth noting for the thousands of Clark County residents who work in the tech sector across the river and locally. Full story here.

Stocks Hold Steady Despite Rising Oil Prices, Rate Uncertainty

Oil prices climbed again Wednesday and some Federal Reserve officials signaled reluctance to cut interest rates soon, but strong earnings from companies like Starbucks kept U.S. stocks hovering near record levels. If you're watching your 401(k), a resilient market is welcome news heading into May. Here's the breakdown.

📅 Mark Your Calendar

Wednesday, April 30

• Teen Songwriting Workshop — Songwriter Taylor Miranda teaches idea generation and song structure using her book "The Songwriting Breakdown." Camas Public Library, Camas. Details
• Live Music at The Grant House — Free solo musician performances, 5–7 p.m. Willful Wine at The Grant House, 1101 Officers Row, Vancouver. Details
• Meaningful Movies Ridgefield Presents "Crip Camp" — Free screening of the inspiring documentary followed by discussion with guest speakers, 6–8:30 p.m. Old Liberty Theater, 115 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Details
• Wine School at Dovetail Cellars: Sauvignon Blanc — Blind-taste five Sauvignon Blancs from around the world with owner and winemaker Ben Stuart, 6–7:30 p.m. $30. Dovetail Cellars, 404 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver. Details
• Swing Dancing at The Valiant Ballroom — CouveSwing hosts beginner lessons 6–7 p.m. and social dancing 7–9 p.m. $10 drop-in. The Valiant Ballroom, 109 W. Ninth St., Vancouver. Details
• Recycling Done Right: Curbside and Beyond — Free workshop on expert recycling, 6–7:30 p.m. Cascade Park Community Library, 600 N.E. 136th Ave., Vancouver. Details
• Poetry Street PNW Open Mic — Read your own poems, share a favorite, or just listen. Doors at 6:15 p.m., readings 6:30–7:45 p.m. Camas Public Library, 625 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas. Details
• Northwest Personal Training Spring Makeover Challenge — Six-week wellness course launch, 7–8 p.m. $99. Northwest Personal Training, 1011 Broadway, Vancouver. Details
• Merry Go Round Resale — Spring Market + Boutique Consignment Popup — Nearly 20,000 items across baby, kids, teens, and women's clothing, shoes, home decor, and local vendors. Free admission. Clark County Event Center, Ridgefield. Details
• 2026 SW WA Youth Photo Contest — Vancouver Audubon Society, HD Aluminum Prints, and Columbia Credit Union sponsor this nature photography contest for youth. Details
• Vancouver Urban Forestry Pop-Up Arboretum Month — Visit pop-up arboretums and hone your tree ID skills at Arnada Park (610 E. 25th St.) and Homestead Park (1800 S.E. 160th Ave.), Vancouver. Details
• Last Day to Nominate a Heritage Tree in Clark County — WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardener program accepts nominations through today. Details
• Lilac Days at Hulda Klager Gardens — Daily 10 a.m.–4 p.m. through May 10. $10 adults, kids 12 and under free. Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens, Woodland. Details
• VPS High School Plant Sale — Hudson's Bay — 8 a.m.–6 p.m. (last day at Hudson's Bay). Off of Reserve St., Vancouver. Details
• Prairie High School Plant Sale — 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (district employees only today; public days May 1–2 and May 4). Prairie HS greenhouses, 11311 NE 119th St., Vancouver. Details
• Vancouver Neighborhood Tree Stewards Workshops — Learn about urban natural resources and help make your neighborhood greener. Details
• Watershed Stewardship Program — Clark Conservation District's six-week educational course covering watersheds, groundwater, fish, wildlife, and conservation. Details

Thursday, May 1

• Prairie High School Plant Sale — Public Day — 3–6 p.m. Prairie HS greenhouses, 11311 NE 119th St., Vancouver. Details
• Woodland HS FFA Plant Sale — 36th annual sale, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Ornamentals, vegetables, hanging baskets, and more. Woodland High School. Details
• Lilac Days at Hulda Klager Gardens — Daily 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $10 adults, kids 12 and under free. Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens, Woodland. Details
• Grays Harbor Shorebird and Nature Festival — Road trip! Shorebird viewing at Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge kicks off today (festival activities May 2–3 at Hoquiam). Details
• White Salmon Wildflower Festival — Road trip! A month-long celebration of nature, art, guided hikes, wine walks, and live music in the Columbia River Gorge. Details
• Keep It Wild Collaborative Art Show — Road trip! Exhibit on display May 1–30 in White Salmon. Opening night May 8, 5–7 p.m. at Arrowleaf Workshop. Details
• First of the Month Bird Walk — Casual morning birding with Vancouver Audubon Society. Check the VAS website for location. Details
• Pollinators and Pints — Vancouver Bee Project community hangout and mason bee check-in. A relaxed evening for pollinator enthusiasts. Details
• Mt. St. Helens Swift Creek Worm Flows Climb — Early-season ascent with the Mazamas via Marble Mountain Snow Park. Registration required. Details

Friday, May 2

• VPS High School Plant Sales — Flex Academy and Columbia River — 9 a.m.–2 p.m. at both locations, Vancouver. Details
• Prairie High School Plant Sale — 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Prairie HS greenhouses, 11311 NE 119th St., Vancouver. Details
• Battle Ground HS FFA Plant Sale — 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Battle Ground High School greenhouses, 300 W. Main St. Details
• 19th Annual WSU Extension Small Acreage Expo — Sessions for small-acreage landowners. $35 general admission. 1919 NE 78th St., Vancouver. Details
• Ridgefield Garden Club Plant Sale — Annual fundraiser at the Greely Building in downtown Ridgefield. Details
• Washougal Studio Artists' Tour — 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Visit the Treehouse Art Studio and local artists in the Washougal River Valley. Also May 3. Details
• Nature Resin Jewelry Studio Workshop — Create pendants, earrings, or keychains with UV resin and natural elements, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. with artist Bri Graw. Columbia Springs. Details
• Litter Pick Up at Blu Rock Landing — Join Clark County Public Works volunteers for a cleanup along the Columbia River. Tools provided. Details
• Lilac Days at Hulda Klager Gardens — Daily 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $10 adults, kids 12 and under free. Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens, Woodland. Details

Saturday, May 3

• Ridgefield's Spring Festival — 10th anniversary of Ridgefield First Saturdays with music, food, art, vendor market, sidewalk sales, and family fun in downtown Ridgefield. Details
• Camas Field Nature Walk — Free leisurely stroll through blooming camas fields at Round Lake, 3016 NE Everett St., Camas. Ages 8+. Limited to 25 participants. Registration required. Details
• Washougal Studio Artists' Tour — Day 2 — 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Nature-inspired art at the Treehouse Art Studio, Washougal River Valley. Details
• Adopt-A-Park: Ellsworth Springs East Ivy Pull — Morning of invasive ivy removal. Family-friendly, great for teens. Gloves, tools, and snacks provided. Vancouver. Details
• Meadow and Pollinator Hedgerow Care Workshop — Hands-on habitat care with the Vancouver Bee Project at Flat Tack Farm. Details
• Rain Gardens and Ponds Class at Good Year Farms — Learn location, design, soil tips, and what to plant with nursery manager Chelsea. Details
• Ridgefield Learn to Kayak Tour — Paddle Lake River near the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge with Alder Creek Kayak and Canoe. Ridgefield Waterfront Park. Details
• Ridgefield Dragon Boat Community Paddle — Free paddling for ages 14+, no experience needed. Ridgefield. Details
• Lilac Days at Hulda Klager Gardens — Daily 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $10 adults, kids 12 and under free. Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens, Woodland. Details
• Wildcrafting as Stewardship: Harvesting Edible and Medicinal Invasive Plants — Road trip! Morning plant walk at Sam's Walker Day Use Area near Skamania with Kristin Currin and Missy Rohs. Details
• Falls Creek Falls Hike with Mazamas — Easy 6-mile hike to a stunning 200-foot waterfall through old-growth forest. Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Details
• Hardy Hamilton Mountain Loop Hike with Mazamas — Scenic loop through Beacon Rock State Park including Phlox Point and Hamilton Mountain summit. Details
• Hiking Clinic — NW Association of Blind Athletes — Inclusive hiking programming for athletes who are blind or visually impaired. All ages and ability levels. Details

Monday, May 4

• Prairie High School Plant Sale — 3–6 p.m. Prairie HS greenhouses, 11311 NE 119th St., Vancouver. Details
• Lilac Days at Hulda Klager Gardens — Senior Day — $5 for ages 62+. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens, Woodland. Details

Wednesday, May 7

• VPS High School Plant Sale — Fort Vancouver — 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. (also May 8, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. and May 9, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.). Details
• Dog Mountain Hike with Mazamas — 6.9 miles, 2,750 feet of gain, with stunning Gorge views and early spring wildflowers. Columbia River Gorge. Details
• The Resilient Yard: Change at Home — Free presentation on reducing your carbon footprint through practical yard and garden actions. Local library. Details
• The Evolution of Birds with Vancouver Audubon Society — Professor emeritus Steven Clark of Clark College speaks about how birds evolved. In-person meeting. Details

Saturday, May 10

• Grand Opening: Ridgefield NWR Community Nature Center — Ribbon cutting and celebration of the new nature center at 28908 NW Main St., Ridgefield. Details
• Lilac Days at Hulda Klager Gardens — Last Day — Final day of the 50th anniversary season. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $10 adults, kids 12 and under free. Woodland. Details
• Naturalist Training Program: Reading the Landscape — Road trip! Class with Cascadia Wild covering wildlife tracking, botany, ecology, navigation, and survival skills. Details
• Sunset Kayak Paddle — Evening paddle to the Columbia River to watch the sunset. Three-hour guided tour, all skill levels. Reservations required. Ridgefield Waterfront Park. Details
• Cape Disappointment Weekend Trail Work Party — Road trip! Three-day volunteer weekend on the Pacific Coast helping prep trail-building projects. Registration required for all three days. Details