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Jack Dukeminier Edges Field by One Stroke at Royal Oaks Invitational

Home-course advantage is real — just ask Jack Dukeminier. The Royal Oaks Country Club member used every bit of local knowledge to win the Royal Oaks Invitational by a single stroke on Sunday. It's the kind of margin that makes you appreciate knowing exactly where the greens break. Full story from The Columbian.

Raptors Sweep Port Angeles, Outscore Lefties 23-7 in Three Games

The Ridgefield Raptors are heating up at exactly the right time. They capped a dominant road sweep of the Port Angeles Lefties with a 7-4 win Saturday night, outscoring their hosts 23-7 across the three-game series. Ridgefield has now won four of its last five and heads home with serious momentum building. Recap from The Columbian.

New Roundabout Coming to NE 182nd, Risto Road — Construction Starts June 22

If your daily route takes you through the intersection of Northeast 182nd Avenue and Risto Road near Salmon Creek, time to start mapping a detour. Clark County Public Works begins construction on a new single-lane roundabout there starting June 22. The project also includes road resurfacing and slope reduction work in the area. Expect closures and plan accordingly — this one will reshape the intersection for the better once it's done. Details from Clark County Today.

$25 Million Gift Funds Rural Health Scholarships at UW School of Medicine

Philanthropists Bill and Carolyn Franke and their family have donated $25 million to the University of Washington School of Medicine to support students planning to practice in rural and Indigenous communities across the state. It's one of the largest gifts in the school's history and could meaningfully expand healthcare access in underserved parts of Washington — including areas not far from Clark County. Read more from The Columbian.

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155,000 Daily Riders Make Seattle Light Rail No. 1 in the U.S.

Sound Transit's new connection over Lake Washington between Bellevue and Seattle has pushed daily boardings to 155,000 — enough to claim the top spot nationwide. Staff confirmed the April milestone Friday and say May numbers held steady. Read more

Boeing Opens Fourth 737 MAX Line in Everett July 6

CEO Kelly Ortberg announced Friday that Boeing's new 737 MAX production line in Everett will fire up on July 6, expanding narrowbody manufacturing beyond the longtime Renton facility. The fourth line is designed to keep ramping up monthly output. Read more

Longview Chemical Spill Cleanup Hits Key Milestone

The Washington Department of Ecology says responders have finished flushing the drainage network around the Nippon Dynawave Packaging paper mill in Longview, where highly caustic chemicals spilled last month. It's a significant step in the broader environmental cleanup. Read more

World Cup Prep: Seattle Activates Stadium-District Cameras

Mayor Katie Wilson agreed Friday to turn on closed-circuit cameras in Seattle's stadium district ahead of FIFA World Cup matches coming to the city. If you're planning to head north for a game, expect a visible security presence around the venues. Read more

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📅 Mark Your Calendar

Monday, June 8

• Tiny Toppings Storytime and Ice Cream in Ridgefield — 11:00 AM at Copperbell Bookstore and Eight Cow Creamery in Ridgefield. Enjoy a story followed by ice cream — every kid scoop is free with a purchased scoop! Perfect for pre-K littles. More info
• Juneteenth Celebration at Clark College — 11:00 AM–2:00 PM at the Gaiser Student Center, Vancouver. A free public talk from Washington Humanities: "The Vanguard Generation: African-American Artists 1880–1918," presented by Daniel Akinson. More info
• Cirque Kikasse: SANTÉ! — 12:00 PM in front of the Penguin Union Building at Clark College, Vancouver. A free, all-ages contemporary circus show featuring acrobatics, balancing acts, and physical comedy — all performed atop a fully self-sufficient food truck stage. Poutine and lemonade available for purchase. More info
• Downtown Vancouver Rotary Lunch Meeting — 12:00 PM–1:00 PM at the AC Marriott on the Vancouver waterfront. Community members are welcome. Free. More info
• Line Dancing — 1:30–3:30 PM at Cascade Park Community Library, Vancouver. Lace up whatever shoes you've got and learn line dances for fun and exercise. Free. More info
• Willamette Writers Vancouver Chapter Open Mic — 6:00–8:00 PM at Three Creeks Community Library, Vancouver. Bring a family-friendly piece of writing (750 words max or 5 minutes) and a snack to share. Free. More info
• Northwest Harmony Guest Night — 6:30 PM at Vancouver United Church of Christ. Whether you're an experienced singer or a shower-singing superstar, come see what Northwest Harmony Chorus is all about. Also happening June 22. More info

Tuesday, June 9

• VisionGuard Auto Glass Ribbon Cutting — 10:00 AM at the Greater Vancouver Chamber office, 1111 Main Street, Vancouver. Help welcome VisionGuard Auto Glass as they celebrate their expansion into the greater Vancouver area. More info
• Sensory Storytime at Ridgefield Community Library — 10:30–11:30 AM in Ridgefield. An interactive, smaller-group storytime with sensory play, visual aids, and freedom of movement for ages 3–9. Free. More info
• Tween & Teen Tabletop Role-Playing Game — 4:30–6:30 PM at various FVRL library locations. Ages 9–19 can create a character and dive into Dungeons & Dragons 5E or Pathfinder 1E. Free. More info
• Shut Up and Write! Writers Group — 5:15–6:45 PM at the Vancouver Arts Hub. A weekly gathering for writers of all levels: set your intentions, write, and share breakthroughs. No readings or critiques. Free parking. More info
• Camas-Washougal Chamber of Commerce Annual Award Banquet — 5:30 PM at Orchard Hills Golf and Country Club, Washougal. Celebrate citizen and businessperson of the year, scholarship recipients, and teachers of the year. Buffet dinner included. $40/person; registration required. More info
• Spanish Conversation Group — 5:30–6:30 PM at Camas Public Library. A casual group for beginning Spanish speakers. No registration needed. Free. More info
• Ridgefield Raptors Baseball — 6:30 PM at the Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex. Cheer on Clark County's hometown team under the lights. More info

Wednesday, June 10

• TOPS WA 1056 Meeting — 8:15 AM weigh-in, 9:30 AM meeting at Fourth Plain Nazarene Church, Vancouver. More info
• Enhance Fitness Classes — 8:30–9:30 AM and 10:00–11:00 AM at Bethel Lutheran Church, Brush Prairie. An evidence-based group exercise program helping older adults (60+) stay active. More info
• Marine Park Beach Cleanup — 9:30 AM. Help remove litter from the beach to keep it out of the Columbia River. All tools provided; expect a 2.5-mile walk on sandy terrain. Registration required. More info
• Marshall House Tours — 10:00 AM–2:00 PM at the Marshall House on Officers Row, Fort Vancouver. Explore period furnishings, military memorabilia, and General George C. Marshall's study. Free. More info
• Providence Academy Tours — 10:00 AM–2:00 PM in Vancouver. Walk in or reserve a spot to tour this historic gem. Free. More info
• Camas Farmers Market — 3:00–7:00 PM in downtown Camas at the new temporary location on Birch Street between 3rd and 4th Avenues. Over 50 vendors with farm-fresh produce, food, and artisan goods. More info
• Teen & Adult Magic the Gathering Social Club — 4:00–6:00 PM at Cascade Park Community Library, Vancouver. Decks provided or bring your own. Free. More info
• Teen Magic the Gathering Social Club — 4:00–6:00 PM at Vancouver Community Library. Ages 13–19. Decks provided or bring your own. Free. More info
• Kids & Tweens Create: Origami — 4:00–5:00 PM at Washougal Community Library. Drop in and fold a monthly origami pattern. Ages 5–12. Free. More info
• Community Dragon Boat Paddle — 5:30 PM at the Ridgefield Public Boat Launch. No experience or equipment needed — just show up and paddle. Ages 14+. Free. More info
• Weekly Swing Dancing at The Valiant Ballroom — 6:00 PM at 109 W. Ninth St., Vancouver. Intermediate lesson at 6 PM, beginner lesson at 7 PM, social dance 8–9:30 PM. Singles, partners, and groups welcome. $5–$10. More info
• John & Margrette Coop Park Cleanup — 6:00 PM. Join the Adopt-A-Park volunteers for an evening of weeding and trash pickup. Family-friendly, tools and snacks provided. More info
• Online Workshop: Butterfly Ecology and Evolution — 6:00 PM. Join the Bird Alliance of Oregon to learn about caterpillar defenses, mimicry, and what makes butterflies different from moths. More info
• Educated Guess Trivia Night at OMSI — 6:30–8:30 PM at OMSI's Theory Restaurant, Portland. Theme: Combustions + Eruptions. Teams of up to 4; prizes for the top three. More info
• Disabled American Veterans Monthly Meeting — 6:30–8:00 PM at the 40 et 8, 2809 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver. Free. More info
• Clark College Spring Jazz Band Concert — 7:00 PM at the Gaiser Student Center, Clark College, Vancouver. Jazz Bands I and II perform, including two world-premiere Clark College compositions. Free; donations welcome. More info
• The Music of SQUARE ENIX — Magic, Memories, and Melodies — 7:30 PM at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Portland. A symphonic concert celebrating the music of CHRONO TRIGGER, FINAL FANTASY, KINGDOM HEARTS, NieR, and more, conducted by Eric Roth. $39–$197. More info

Thursday, June 11

• PCT Trail Work Project: Benson Plateau — 8:00 AM in the Mt. Hood National Forest. Join the Pacific Crest Trail Association for crosscut logout work. Registration required; max 8 volunteers. More info
• East Vancouver Farmers Market — 10:00 AM–2:00 PM at Columbia Tech Center, 17701 SE Mill Plain Blvd, Vancouver. Over 50 small businesses with farm, food, and artisan products. Free parking and C-Tran accessible. More info
• Advanced Competitive Bridge Bidding — 10:00 AM–12:00 PM at the Vancouver Bridge Club, 6503 E. Mill Plain Blvd. Instructed by Ruby Life Master Michael Walker. $10–$50. More info
• Pairs and Spares Seniors Round Table Discussion — 12:00 PM at Cascade Park Library, Vancouver. More info
• How It's Done, Done, Done @ The Library — 3:30–5:00 PM at Camas Public Library. A K-POP Demon Hunters-themed party with music, crafts, and activities for 1st–5th graders. Registration required. Free. More info
• Hike with Pacific Peaks Mountain Top Fitness — 3:30–4:30 PM at Lacamas Lake Lodge. An adaptive fitness and activity program for those with neurodevelopmental differences featuring a group warm-up and Heritage Trail walk. Registration and fee required. More info
• The Savvy Sipper Grand Opening — 4:00 PM at 1113 SE Rasmussen Blvd, Battle Ground. Join the Greater Vancouver Chamber for a ribbon cutting celebrating this brand-new classic cocktail lounge. More info
• Teen Hangout — 4:30–6:30 PM at Vancouver Community Library. Games, crafts, conversation, and snacks for ages 13–19. Free. More info
• Tween & Teen Tabletop Role-Playing Game Adventure — 4:30–6:30 PM at Cascade Park Community Library. Dungeons & Dragons for ages 9–19. Free. More info
• Junk Journal Meet Up at Barnes & Noble — 5:00 PM at Barnes & Noble, Vancouver. Bring a journal and supplies, or use what's provided, and craft together. Free. More info
• Road Cycling 101 — 5:30 PM. Join the Vancouver Bicycling Club's Charla Burke for fun, beginner-friendly group rides exploring trails and neighborhoods. 5–10 miles at 10 mph on flat terrain. More info
• Vancouver Sons and Daughters of Italy Meeting — 6:00 PM at Family of Christ Lutheran Church, 3500 N.W. 129th St., Vancouver. Dinner included. Free. More info
• Inspire Vancouver Information Session — 6:00 PM at the Vancouver Arts Hub. Learn about this new grant program investing $6 million a year in public arts, culture, heritage, and science experiences. Free. More info
• Emerald Ash Borer and Emerging Pests Workshop — 6:00 PM. Join Urban Forestry and the WA Dept. of Agriculture's Cassie Knavel to learn about invasive tree pests arriving in our region. Registration required. More info
• Singer Songwriter Showcase at Caps N Taps — 6:30–9:00 PM at 337 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas. Original songs by local performers. No cover charge. More info
• Line Dancing Lessons — 7:00–9:00 PM at Ashwood Taps and Trucks, Washougal. Instructor Kat Nichols leads lessons for all levels. $10. More info
• Ghost Town Poetry Open Mic Featuring Jason Arias — 7:00 PM at Art at the Cave, 108 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver. Oregon poet Jason Arias headlines; guests can read their own original poetry too. $5 suggested donation. More info
• Southwest Washington Woodturners Monthly Meeting — 7:00–9:00 PM at Friends of the Carpenter, 1600 W. 20th St., Vancouver. Open to experienced and novice woodturners. Free. More info
• Clark College Treble Ensemble & Chorale Spring Concert — 7:30 PM at First United Methodist Church, 401 E. 33rd St., Vancouver. Highlights include a new arrangement of the Beatles' "Here Comes the Sun" and Sarah Quartel's "All the Way Home." Free; donations accepted. More info
• The OBT Collection — 7:30 PM at the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts, Beaverton. Oregon Ballet Theatre's season finale features bold West Coast choreography from Davide Occhipinti, Lauren Flower, and Dani Rowe. $65.50–$98.50. More info

Friday, June 12

• Mount Adams Trail Jamboree and Campout — 8:30 AM in the Mount Adams Ranger District. Join WTA for a day (or weekend) of trail stewardship near Trapper Creek, with campout, s'mores, and good company. Registration required. More info
• SW WA Victory Garden Work Party — 9:00 AM. Spend your Friday morning outdoors with Urban Abundance volunteers at the SWWA Victory Garden community plot. More info
• Learn to Kayak Tour in Ridgefield — 9:00 AM at Ridgefield Waterfront Park. Paddle the Columbia River Water Trail near the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge with Alder Creek Kayak & Canoe. No experience needed. More info
• SOLVE Vancouver Litter Removal — 9:00 AM. Join the City of Vancouver and SOLVE for community litter cleanup. More info
• Adult & Teen Craft and Chat — 10:00 AM–12:00 PM at La Center Community Library. Bring your current craft project for a no-stakes session. Ages 13+. Free. More info
• Pick It Up, Vancouver! — 10:00 AM–12:00 PM at Esther Short Park. Meet near the clock tower for a SOLVE litter cleanup. Bags, gloves, grabbers, and vests provided. All ages welcome. Free. More info
• Forest Canopy Walk at Plas Newydd — 10:00 AM. Explore the farm's beautiful trails on a guided walk with Abby Braithwaite and David Morgan. Registration required. More info
• Homestead Park Volunteer Work Party — 10:00 AM. Help spread mulch, remove blackberry vines, and pull noxious weeds. Family-friendly; tools and snacks provided. More info
• 60+ Senior Community Meal Program — 12:00–1:00 PM at Calvary Chapel Vancouver, 6503 E. Mill Plain Blvd. Free lunch for low-income seniors age 60+. More info
• NAMI Art Group — 1:00–3:00 PM at NAMI Southwest Washington, 4201 N.E. 66th Ave., Suite 105, Vancouver. Free. More info
• HOPE Dementia Support: Meet Me at the Movies — 1:00 PM at Kiggins Theatre, 1011 Main St., Vancouver. A musical on the big screen on the second Friday of every month. $10/person. More info
• Washougal Community Market — 2:00–6:00 PM at Reflection Plaza, 1703 Main St., Washougal. Small businesses, artisans, live music, authors, bakers, and food vendors. Free. More info
• Kids Create — 3:30–4:30 PM at Washougal Community Library. Creative, interactive drop-in projects for ages 5–9. Free. More info
• Tween Hangout — 4:00–5:30 PM at Vancouver Community Library. Games, crafts, conversation, and snacks for ages 9–12. Free. More info
• Alderbrook Park Friday Night Cruise-In — 4:00–8:00 PM at Alderbrook Park, Brush Prairie. Classic cars plus disc golf, train rides, mini golf, bounce houses, a pool, and more — all included with admission. $5–$10. More info
• Pairs and Spares Seniors Park Social — 5:00 PM at Leroy Haagan Park, Vancouver. More info
• Kindred Vancouver Advocacy Potluck — 5:00–8:00 PM at Kindred Vancouver, 2213 Main St. Bring a dish to share and get to know local advocacy groups. Free. More info
• Ridgefield Dragon Boat Paddle — 5:30 PM at the Ridgefield Public Boat Launch. No experience or equipment needed. Ages 14+. Free. More info
• Project Huddle Knit/Crochet Circle — 5:30–8:00 PM at Dandelion Teahouse and Apothecary, 109 W. Seventh St., Vancouver. Bring your projects — or your unfinished ones and scraps for others to use. Free. More info
• Teen Late Night: Nerf Wars — 6:00–8:00 PM at Cascade Park Community Library. An after-hours hang for ages 13–19 with pizza and snacks. Free. More info
• FIFA World Cup Watch Party: USA vs. Paraguay — 6:00 PM at Kalama Harbor Lodge's Cove Bar. Big screen, beer, burgers, and tots. All ages. Free. More info
• Vancouver Movement Collective Presents: East of the Sun & West of the Moon — 6:30 PM at Vancouver Movement Collective. An original choreographic fairy tale by Artistic Director Chloe Mason. More info
• Alex Warren: Finding Family on the Road — 7:30 PM at the Moda Center, Portland. The pop sensation brings anthemic hits and soulful ballads to his 2026 world tour. $58–$155. More info
• The Bridges of Madison County — 7:30 PM at Magenta Theater, Vancouver. The Tony Award-winning musical based on the beloved novel runs June 12–28. $32. More info
• Pour Choices Pub Summer Concert Series: Pour Voices — 7:30 PM at Pour Choices Pub. Local favorites Sarah, Bee, Grace, Dolan, and Colin bring harmonies and good vibes. More info
• Late Night at The Liberty Theatre: Grease — 10:00 PM at Old Liberty Theater, Ridgefield. Start the evening at Drop the Mic Karaoke at 6 PM, swing by Caps N' Taps at 8 PM for pop culture trivia, then catch a late showing of Grease. More info

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