Annual Veterans Day Parade is Saturday, Nov. 5, at Fort Vancouver
Veterans Day is next week, but celebrations at Fort Vancouver will begin this weekend, including the annual parade.
The 34th annual Lough Legacy Veterans Day Parade, put on by the Historic Trust, will begin at 11 a.m. at Fort Vancouver.
The parade coincides with the Veterans Day Open House at the Artillery Barracks. There will be activities for families, hot dogs, raffles, ice cream sundaes, coffee, and hot cocoa. The open house is presented by the Community Military Appreciation Committee.
The parade and open house are free and open to the public.
Earlier in the day, the Race to Remember Veterans Day begins at 8 a.m. Saturday at 1501 Officer’s Row in Vancouver. Young runners can compete in the 1K while others can race the 5K. To register for the run, and for prices, go to: https://www.active.com/vancouver-wa-98663-wa/running/distance-running-races/race-to-remember-veterans-day-2022?fbclid=IwAR3_HL_mAlHAiNIJcxYqRMkIu4d-CPjKJg3olu8zeLB1TOEVkQBdwJPcYR4
Also read:
- After evading repeal, will Washington expand its capital gains tax to lower incomes?
One member of a prominent Washington think tank suspects lawmakers are considering modifying the capital gains tax to generate more revenue for state coffers Brett DavisThe Center Square Washington A general income tax in Washington state appears to be off the table for now, even as voters retained the state’s capital gains tax by failing … - Opinion: New audit offers another reason lawmakers should leave the state’s paid-leave program behindElizabeth New (Hovde) critiques Washington’s Paid Family and Medical Leave program, highlighting audit findings of double-dipping and program inefficiencies.
- Opinion: WA turns redder, despite faulty media reports that said otherwiseWAGOP highlights gains in Washington’s November 2024 election, challenging claims the state turned “bluer.”
- Vancouver City Council to host community forum on Nov. 25
Vancouver City Council invites community members to share questions and ideas at a public forum on Nov. 25 at Evergreen Public Schools. - Vancouver Public Schools to run Technology, Safety, and Capital Projects Levy on February ballotVancouver Public Schools Board approves a Technology, Safety, and Capital Projects Levy for the February 2025 ballot to support long-term needs.
- Bridge, trail reopen at Moulton Falls Regional ParkMoulton Falls Regional Park reopens its iconic wood bridge and trail after restoration work to ensure structural integrity and weather protection.
- Take steps to save money and prevent food waste this holiday seasonClark County shares tips to save money and prevent food waste this holiday season, from smart shopping to creative leftovers.
