Searing sorrow meets playful revolt: Vancouver duo Introducing the Machine usher in their “Independence Day” release with a concept album of beautiful, depressing music and subversive, spatula-wielding banter — check out what they’ve unleashed.
Journey Theater’s Singin’ in the Rain: Journey’s family-friendly production splashes onto stage July 25, featuring comic golden-age routines and songs from “Good Mornin’” to “Make ’em Laugh” as Kathy Selden dubs Lina Lamont’s hilariously grating voice — find out how to secure your seats.
Clark County’s slowest growth yet: An April report shows the population rose just 1.14%—the smallest annual gain since the 1970s as housing limits and higher rates curb newcomers — find out what’s behind the slowdown.
Skateboard mentorship fuels hope: Vancouver nonprofit 360Grindz uses skateboarding, gear giveaways and counseling to guide at-risk Clark County youth toward leadership and recovery — find out how they’re skating toward success.
Stand Down needs community donations: The Clark County Veterans Assistance Center must raise $50,000 to fund its free one-day September resource fair after federal Stand Down grant funds fell short — find out how you can help.
Budget cuts gut preschools: State funding reductions have eliminated 198 infant, toddler and preschool spots in Southwest Washington this fall, forcing layoffs and slashed support services at two local agencies — find out how families are affected.
Other Vancouver headlines this week
- Vancouver continues curb ADA compliance work
- Vancouver requires landlords pay annual registration fees
- Falling line knocks out Clark County power
- Vets urge extra heat care for pets
- Oregon’s drought could linger without relief
- Washougal teen tops Young Marines leadership school
- Cowlitz Tribe’s takeover could cost 90 jobs
