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Clark County Life

Check It Out: Enjoy a buffet of books about the wonder of words

May 21, 2023, 6:00am Clark County Life

At a very early age, I fell in love with words, and I was fortunate to have parents who encouraged my passion for reading and writing. Numbers may be my nemesis, but words have always been my friends. Read story

In 1847, traveling artist Paul Kane stopped at Fort Vancouver, where he painted a portrait of Naukane (John Cox or Coxe), a member of Hawaiian royalty. Fur trading companies contracted with Hawaiians for many jobs. Cox, a retired Hudson's Bay Company employee, died at Fort Vancouver in 1850. At one time, the plain south of the fort was called Cox Plain.

Clark County History: Naukane

In 1847, traveling artist Paul Kane stopped at Fort Vancouver, where he painted a portrait of Naukane (John Cox or Coxe), a member of Hawaiian royalty. Fur trading companies contracted with Hawaiians for many jobs. Cox, a retired Hudson's Bay Company employee, died at Fort Vancouver in 1850. At one time, the plain south of the fort was called Cox Plain.

May 21, 2023, 6:00am Clark County Life

At 12, Naukane witnessed the 1779 killing of Capt. James Cook at Kealakekua Bay, Hawaii. The boy was a member of Hawaiian royalty. But, as he watched the English explorer’s death, he never knew he’d become the first Hawaiian to pierce the Pacific Northwest interior. Nor realize he’d spend much… Read story

Energy Adviser: Special care for business customers

May 20, 2023, 6:02am Clark County Life

All of Clark Public Utilities’ 228,000-plus customers have unique circumstances, needs and goals that drive their energy consumption habits, but the competitive nature of a utility’s commercial and industrial customers means they require additional assistance. Read story

Gardening with Allen: Thinning will help apple crop

May 20, 2023, 6:01am Clark County Life

My apple trees had more blossoms this spring than I have ever seen. I understand that when apple trees have a heavy crop one year, they tend to be very light the next year. Is there anything I can do to reduce this year’s crop? What is the best way… Read story

Two fried tenders are served on an airy waffle with a side of housemade vanilla syrup at Cecilia in Vancouver.

Brunch is boffo at Vancouver’s Cecilia

Two fried tenders are served on an airy waffle with a side of housemade vanilla syrup at Cecilia in Vancouver.

May 19, 2023, 6:00am Clark County Life

The owners of Amaro’s Table recently opened a brunch spot in the space formerly occupied by Lapellah and then Saap. Amaro’s Table customers have been asking the restaurant to offer breakfast for years. Their response is a fresh take on decadent sweet and savory meals as well as boozy drinks… Read story

This Week in Clark County History

May 19, 2023, 5:58am Clark County Life

A weekly look back compiled by the Clark County Historical Museum from The Columbian archives available at columbian.newspapers.com or at the museum. Read story

Clark County health inspections, May 8-13

May 19, 2023, 5:26am Clark County Life

For more information, call Clark County Public Health at 564-397-8428 or visit www.clark.wa.gov/public-health/restaurant-inspection. In the health department’s scoring system, the fewer the points, the better. A perfect score is 0. The worst possible score is 418. An establishment with 100 or more points will be closed. Read story

Salvador Brotons, Vancouver Symphony conductor and music director.

Vancouver Symphony Orchestra to conclude season with premiere of conductor Brotons’ latest work

Salvador Brotons, Vancouver Symphony conductor and music director.

May 18, 2023, 6:03am Clark County Life

Vancouver Symphony Orchestra conductor Salvador Brotons will premiere his latest work, “Sacra,” this weekend. Read story

King's Way Christian Schools march Saturday in the Hazel Dell Parade of Bands in 2022. People flocked to the parade, which returned this year after a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19.
Willie Nelson performs at the Producers & Engineers Wing 12th Annual Grammy Week Celebration on Feb. 6, 2019, in Los Angeles.

Willie Nelson’s birthday concerts coming theaters

Willie Nelson performs at the Producers & Engineers Wing 12th Annual Grammy Week Celebration on Feb. 6, 2019, in Los Angeles.

May 18, 2023, 6:00am Clark County Life

If you missed out on Willie Nelson’s 90th birthday concerts last month in Los Angeles, you can see all the special performances honoring the 12-time Grammy winner in a limited theatrical run. Read story