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Nathan Howard/The Columbian Spray paint artist “FABS” (Camille Cote) adds final touches to a mural on a shipping container at the back of a parking lot on Fourth Plain Boulevard.

Vancouver as mural town facing formidable challenges

Nathan Howard/The Columbian Spray paint artist “FABS” (Camille Cote) adds final touches to a mural on a shipping container at the back of a parking lot on Fourth Plain Boulevard.

August 18, 2019, 6:02am Clark County Life

A big smile spreads across Salvador Larios’ face when he looks at the Martin Luther King Jr. mural on the west-facing wall of his Mexican bakery and grocery. Read story

Alisha Jucevic/The Columbian There are no bike lanes where Fruit Valley Road crosses railway tracks and Burnt Bridge Creek, so cyclists are directed to use the whole travel lane. But that takes courage amidst car and truck traffic traveling at 35 mph or more.

New Fruit Valley bridge to include protected bike lanes

Alisha Jucevic/The Columbian There are no bike lanes where Fruit Valley Road crosses railway tracks and Burnt Bridge Creek, so cyclists are directed to use the whole travel lane. But that takes courage amidst car and truck traffic traveling at 35 mph or more.

August 17, 2019, 2:26pm Community

Even while gripping their handlebars, local cyclists tend to cross their fingers for good luck when riding the narrow berm at the west end of Burnt Bridge Creek, and the Fruit Valley Road bridge over railway tracks. Those adjacent spots add up to a single traffic pinch point, forcing bikes… Read story

Courthouse security officer Brian Aranda, middle right, uses a hand-held metal detector on a visitor, while information desk volunteer Bob Weller, right, waits at his desk at the Clark County Courthouse on Thursday morning.

Leave sharp objects at home when visiting Clark County Courthouse

Courthouse security officer Brian Aranda, middle right, uses a hand-held metal detector on a visitor, while information desk volunteer Bob Weller, right, waits at his desk at the Clark County Courthouse on Thursday morning.

August 17, 2019, 6:00am Clark County News

There was no wait at the Clark County Courthouse’s front entrance shortly after its doors were unlocked Friday morning. On busier days, a line of people can stretch down the steps to the sidewalk along Franklin Street. Read story

ESTHER SHORT: Thaddie was adopted at the Recycled Arts Festival in June. Furry Friends, a no-kill nonprofit organization, raised $940 for medical supplies at the festival.

Furry Friends raises funds at Recycled Arts Festival

ESTHER SHORT: Thaddie was adopted at the Recycled Arts Festival in June. Furry Friends, a no-kill nonprofit organization, raised $940 for medical supplies at the festival.

August 17, 2019, 5:57am Community

Furry Friends, a nonprofit, volunteer no-kill shelter, raised $940 at the Recycled Arts Festival in June. The organization successfully microchipped 14 dogs and cats, and also held a raffle to win a sculpture. Microchips help reunite lost pets with their owners. Additionally, five adoption applications were filled out for cats.… Read story

“For lease” signs were posted in the front windows of the former Axehead store in Uptown Village on or prior to Aug. 14.

Vancouver’s Axehead closes after social media backlash

“For lease” signs were posted in the front windows of the former Axehead store in Uptown Village on or prior to Aug. 14.

August 16, 2019, 5:12pm Business

Vancouver company Axehead appears to have closed its Vancouver storefront. “For lease” signs are posted in the front windows, although there’s still merchandise visible on the shelves and displays inside. Read story

Indulge your passion for romance at Vintage Books during Bookstore Romance Day, Aug. 17.

Columbia River Triathlon & Endurance Sports Festival offers fun for all

August 16, 2019, 6:01am Clark County Health

The Columbia River Triathlon & Endurance Sports Festival will take place this weekend, beginning Friday night, Aug. 16. Read story

Passing watercraft gently rock the Puffin Cafe, which floats on the Columbia River.

3 sweet spots for al fresco dining in Clark County

Passing watercraft gently rock the Puffin Cafe, which floats on the Columbia River.

August 16, 2019, 6:00am Clark County Life

In a county where we squelch through almost 170 rainy days per year, the few (mostly) precipitation-free summer months lure us out of our homes and into the great outdoors. Decks, porches and patios become fair-weather dining rooms. Read story

“Beer and singing have always gone together,” said Reprise Choir founder April Duvic.

‘Couve Beer Choir is all about songs, beer and feeding good cheervideo icon

“Beer and singing have always gone together,” said Reprise Choir founder April Duvic.

August 15, 2019, 6:05am Clark County Life

The more beer the singers drank, the better everything sounded. That’s no surprise. Read story

Brothers Mark Roskam, left, and Mike Roskam perform maintenance on Mark’s bike at Wheel Deals Bicycles on Monday. The two plan to ride Route 66 starting next month for a fundraiser.

A fresh spin on helping the homeless

Brothers Mark Roskam, left, and Mike Roskam perform maintenance on Mark’s bike at Wheel Deals Bicycles on Monday. The two plan to ride Route 66 starting next month for a fundraiser.

August 13, 2019, 6:00am Clark County News

A Vancouver chaplain and his brother plan to cycle 2,448 miles to help break the cycle of homelessness. Read story