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Could a hotel, an arts facility and other commercial buildings be in West Barracks' future? With the success of the Red Cross building as a place for special occasions, the folks at the Fort Vancouver National Trust are hoping to make big things happen.

Mayor Tim Leavitt, left, talks with local media about the return of the Fort Vancouver Fourth of July fireworks event at the Red Cross building in April.

Mayor Tim Leavitt, left, talks with local media about the return of the Fort Vancouver Fourth of July fireworks event at the Red Cross building in April.

Will success breed success in West Barracks?

They’re just across the street from one another, but the Post Hospital and the Red Cross building in the West Barracks are in two different worlds. One could be ready for a ghost movie, with broken windows boarded over and official “U.S. Property No Trespassing” signs posted. The other has been lovingly restored, with dozens of culinary and hospitality students streaming in and out daily. Weddings and other celebrations are regular events.

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