The School of Piano Technology for the Blind recently announced the appointment of Leal Sylvester, Class of 1997, as Director of Instruction Intern. Sylvester, who previously worked for the school as both a field technician and instructor, will work hand-in-hand with the school’s current Director of Instruction Don Mitchell to master the school’s unique one-on-one curriculum and teaching methodology.
Bring the whole family to help the Washougal community get a new library just by eating food and drinking locally crafted beer! Amnesia Brewing will hold a fundraiser in support of Friends of the Washougal Library for the second year in a row on Friday, August 19, through Sunday, August 21.
PRO NET, a leading networking group of business and industry professionals in Vancouver, will be hosting a free business-to-business workshop; on Tuesday, August 9 held at the Legacy Hospital in Salmon Creek, located at 2211 NE 139th Street.
The workshop will be from 7:30am to 8:30am in the
The Clark Regional Wastewater District (District) recently hosted a ceremony to mark the successful completion of the first phase of …
Please join our friends at the Salmon Creek Burgerville as they host Open Mic night; a fun night of local …
For the ninth consecutive year, J.D. Power recognizes Clark Public Utilities for ranking highest in customer satisfaction among midsize electricity providers in the Western United States.
The J.D. Power study measures customer satisfaction with electric utilities by examining six key factors, which cover all areas of utility operations: power quality and reliability; price; billing and payment; corporate citizenship; communications and customer service. In all of these categories, customers gave Clark Public Utilities the highest score in the West midsize segment.
It’s back, and it’s bigger than ever.
After a successful transition of their Spring show, bringing all that goodness to this side of the River, the folks at NW Largest Garage Sale are back at it again with their summer fun.
The date is set – Saturday, July 16 – and it’s back at the Clark County Event Center at the Fairgrounds. But this time, they’re taking advantage of the Pacific Northwest’s great summer days, and holding an outdoor sale. As usual, there will be hundreds of booths, featuring thousands of items that are calling your name – Vintage, Collectibles, New and Used Items, Jewelry, Furniture, Tools, Toys, Books, Baby and Kids items, Household, Clothing, Electronics, Yard and Garden, Bikes, and a whole lot more.
Clark Public Utilities has a new look online, and a lot of new tools available anytime from your computer, tablet …
Read more…Clark Public Utilities Website Launches New Features
Colleen Piller was recently promoted to CEO and President of the International Air and Hospitality Academy by its Board of …
Bring your small business technical questions to Developing Main Street, an event to bring together two communities who need each …
A disaster — wildfires, floods, even a 9.0 Cascadia Earthquake – can happen at any time. Everyone should have a plan in place for themselves and their loved ones in case of a disaster; but, did you know your business should have a plan, too? On Wednesday, May 11, 2016 the American Red Cross Cascades Region in partnership Clark Public Utilities …
Riverview Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq GSM: RVSB) the holding company for Riverview Community Bank, recently announced that David Nierenberg, Founder and …
Read more…Riverview Appoints David Nierenberg to Board of Directors
Riverview Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ GSM: RVSB) Riverview Trust Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Riverview Community Bank announced today that …
Read more…Riverview Trust Company Names Chris Cline as President
The Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce (GVCC) has gained two new “Red Coat” Ambassadors: Scott Flury, owner of Latte Da …
Read more…Vancouver Chamber Adds Ambassadors and Contracting Counselor
If you are not familiar with Northwest Battle Buddies, their mission is to ’empower combat veterans with PTSD to regain their freedom and independence by partnering them with professionally trained and specifically matched service dogs at no charge — Serving our Veterans who served us all.’
As you know, we don’t cover much of anything ‘Across the River,’ but here’s a great reason to make one of those rare exceptions to the rule. Clark County-based Northwest Battle Buddies is hosting their Annual Dinner, Silent Auction and Live Auction fundraiser on Saturday, April 2.
Clark County’s Green Business program will host its fifth annual Green Business Showcase from 4:00-7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 24, at Fort Vancouver’s historic Artillery Barracks, 600 Hathaway Road.
A new component of this year’s showcase will be presentation of the first annual Green Business of the Year Award. This award will be given to the Clark County Green Business that has best demonstrated efforts to continually reduce its environmental impact and improve practices over time.
Fourteen businesses applied for the award, with projects ranging from:
Evergreen Habitat for Humanity is hosting a Bingo Night fundraiser to support its Women Build Program.
The family friendly event – which is open to all – will be Friday, March 18th from 6:00 to 9:00 pm in the showroom of the Clark County Habitat Store, which is
The Port of Vancouver’s free, two-hour public tours showcase many of the industries that call the port home and provide a taste of the maritime industry and global marketplace. Tour guests may see massive ships berthed along the waterfront as well as some of the diverse cargoes handled on the docks, including steel, grain, minerals and automobiles.
2016 public tour dates…
Our friends at Riverview Community Bank are growing again.
Riverview Community Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of Riverview Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: RVSB), recently welcomed Michael Ellensohn as a Mortgage Specialist. In his new capacity, Ellensohn will help the local community with their mortgage needs in Battle Ground, Salmon Creek, Hazel Dell, Orchards, and Longview. “We are pleased to have Michael join our team and expand our mortgage lending efforts in the area,” said Richard High, SVP, Retail Lending Manager. “Michael’s vast client service background and mortgage lending expertise is a tremendous asset to both Riverview and our clients.”
Chocolate treats, fun themed activities, art shows, movies, prizes, and more will all be a part of the First Friday event in Downtown Camas on February 5th. Downtown businesses will be serving and selling chocolate delights and other romantic gifts with wine tastings and specials at select locations as well. The event, from 5-8pm, is hosted by the Downtown Camas Association (DCA) and downtown merchants.
As an addition to this year’s event and in honor of the last season of the beloved series Downton Abbey, come dressed in “Downton” attire and be entered to win a Downton Abbey basket donated by Camas Antiques filled with things any avid fan would love.
Employers in and around Clark County are invited to reserve a table at the Battle Ground Public Schools (BGPS) Industry Fair on Thursday, February 25, and help educate young people about career opportunities in southwest Washington. The event, sponsored by BGPS, WorkSource and YouthWorks, will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. at Battle Ground High School, 300 W. Main Street, in Battle Ground.
Organizers are seeking employers from all industries: healthcare, manufacturing, technology, construction, finance, hospitality, retail, apprenticeship and transportation to share their job opportunities and career path possibilities with students and community members who attend the event. It’s certain to be an educational evening at Battle Ground High School about the many career opportunities in our region.
Riverview Community Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of Riverview Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq GSM: RVSB), is pleased to announce the promotions of six employee-owners, as voted by its Board of Directors:
• MacArthur Branch Manager Collette Tynan, with 30 years experience in the banking industry, has been promoted to Vice President.
• Longview Branch Manager Connie Hladek, a Riverview employee for 10 years, has been named Vice President.
• With 18 years banking experience, Goldendale Branch Manager Cynthia Furlong has been elevated to Vice President.
• 15 year Riverview employee, Aumsville Branch Manager Julie Wisser has been named Vice President.
• Tech Center Branch Manager Jamie Birkeland, 10 year banking professional, has been promoted to Vice President.
• Credit Analyst Melissa Pearce, a 5 year Riverview employee, has been elevated to Assistant Vice President.
The Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce (GVCC) announced John Cozzi Jr of Tailored Logistics as their “Ambassador of the Year” award recipient at their December “Holiday Heroes Luncheon” event. Each year the Chamber designates one Wally Hornberger Award recipient, which is our Ambassador of the Year award winner. Cozzi received the most votes from his ambassador peers to earn the award. The 24 person ambassador team was asked to vote based on attendance, positive attitude, and a willingness to help.
Join Barre3-Vancouver Felida as they celebrate a bright and balanced start to 2016 by bringing their beloved combination of yoga, Pilates and ballet barre into the heart of downtown Vancouver. On Saturday, January 30th, an energetic, fun and free-for-all class will be taught in the Pines/Spruce Room at the Downtown Vancouver Hilton by Vancouver barre3 superstars, Amy Grabenkort, Carrie Caldroney, and their team of instructors. Participants can expect a phenomenal workout and a healthy dose of uplifting, community spirit. Incredible raffle prizes from barre3 will also be given away during the event.
