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Vancouver, Washington Patch AM: a 5 min read

Hi Vancouver! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ā˜•ļøļø

In today's newsletter:

  • Want a garden plot or solar share in Vancouver this Earth Day?
  • How the new I-5 bridge plan could reshape Vancouver daily life
  • Police seek witnesses after deadly east Vancouver parking lot shooting

Also on today's calendar: Be a Hero, Get a Pass! Donate Blood at the Clark Public Utilities' Home and Garden Idea Fair and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: How do you measure a fish? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Breezy with a few showers, with a high of 57 and low of 45 degrees.
  • Thursday: Times of clouds and sun, temps: high: 63, low: 41.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 73 and low of 45 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

1. Communities' actions highlighted during Earth Day 2026 (tri-cityherald.com subscription) ā€” Vancouver residents are being urged to take part in local climate-friendly efforts, from community solar projects through Clark Public Utilities to five popular community gardens across the city. With Earth Day 2026 approaching, Clark County groups highlight how shared gardens, cleaner energy, and everyday choices can cut emissions, support pollinators, and keep neighbors connected and healthy.
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2. Federal report advances Interstate Bridge megaproject (djcoregon.com) ā€” Vancouver residents face major changes as federal agencies advance plans to replace the Interstate Bridge, add I-5 lanes, and extend MAX light rail into the city. The project could demolish downtown affordable housing, affect Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, and still lacks full funding for its multibillionā€‘dollar price tag.
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3. Man, 20, shot Saturday in east Vancouver parking lot dies (tri-cityherald.com subscription) ā€” A 20-year-old man has died after being shot early Saturday in an east Vancouver parking lot on Southeast Mill Plain Boulevard, and the shooter remains at large. Vancouver police are asking witnesses or anyone with information or video to contact the departmentā€™s tip line as the Major Crimes Team continues investigating.
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4. Clark County middle-schoolers excel in Southwest Washington Civics Bee (columbian.com) ā€” Clark County middle-schoolers, including students from Vancouver-area schools and homeschool programs, recently showcased their civics knowledge at a live competition at Kiggins Theatre. Eleven participants answered questions on U.S. government and law before finalists presented essays. A homeschooled student from Lyle took first place, and the top three now advance to the Washington State Civics Bee Finals in June.
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šŸ’¬ Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • My roommates 1 year old Anatolian Shepherds (Male and Female siblings) missing from Hough area
    Ozzy and Ava bolted out a door left open and they were last spotted near W 30th and Grant around 4:30pm 4/20/26. This location is North of their homeā€¦ (Nextdoor Hough)
  • SNICKERS!
    Im still gonna write this and report her missing cause we just want her home. We have tried everything and looked everywhere! Please if you have myā€¦ (Nextdoor Mountain View)
  • Fred Meyer Stores, Inc. posted a job opening for GROCERY/CLERK with PIC Responsibilities in Vancouver. Apply here.
  • SBM Management posted a job opening for Custodian in Vancouver. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Vancouver here.

Ok Vancouver! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: By inches because they have no feet. (Thank you Gypsy S. for sending it in!)
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