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Local Business Spotlight: Schauermann Thayer Law Firm
In 1986, when attorney Brad Thayer was just 1 year old, his father, Bill, founded a law firm in Vancouver with fellow attorney Craig Schauermann. Today, Brad Thayer is a partner at the same firm and his father will be retiring this June.
Surrogacy Stories: Joy and Tragedy
Danielle was thrilled to be able to carry and deliver twins for two wonderful, expectant fathers. Then, tragedy struck.
Microaggression Training Class: Eradicating Unconscious Prejudice
Ruby N. Lewis, of Vancouver, created the Microaggression Training Class to “help people with self-discovery, to learn how not to push those biases onto someone else, and what to do when they use microaggressions either intentionally or unintentionally.”
Community
April Issue Out Now
Our April issue is out now! Find out how two local women, with very different approaches, are on a mission to bring healing through horses; Meet local kid entrepreneurs; Learn how children benefit socially and psychologically from pretend play, and …Read More »
Meet the Young Dreamers: Local Kid Entrepreneurs
Meet local kid entrepreneurs who are turning their skills into thriving businesses.Read More »
PNW Day Trips & Getaways
NW Getaway: Hood River
Breathtaking scenery, extreme watersports, a charming downtown and abundant agritourism make Hood River a brilliant Pacific Northwest getaway for families.
Day Trip: The Museum of Flight
Explore The Museum of Flight in Seattle, a perfect family day trip from Vancouver.
Day Trip: Northwest Trek Wildlife Park
Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, near Tacoma, is part wildlife refuge, part zoo, and all Pacific Northwest.
NW Getaway: Alderbrook Resort and Spa
Alderbrook Resort and Spa holds a special connection to the local land, water and ecosystem, and a long history of providing both commerce and respite to the region just north of Olympia.
Day Trip: Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
The amazing sea life and land animals at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium make it well worth the 2.5-hour drive from Vancouver.
NW Getaway: The Heathman Lodge
The Heathman Lodge holds within it a rich history that spans much longer than 20 years, with architecture, art and culture that embody the spirit of the Pacific Northwest.
Education
Helping Children Thrive: Strong Family-School Partnerships
Experienced local educators share vital strategies to developing strong family-school partnerships.
WELL-BEING
Healing with Horses: Hippotherapy and Trauma Resilience
Two local women, with very different approaches, are on a mission to bring healing through horses.
PARENTING
Three Ingredients for a Successful Second Marriage
Even though it’s never easy, putting these three principles into practice can increase satisfaction in your remarriage and stepfamily journey.
RECREATION
Fantasy Play: The Work of Childhood
Learn how children benefit socially and psychologically from pretend, or fantasy, play.
SPECIAL EVENTS & PROGRAMS
Youth Sports Make a Comeback in Clark County
After stops and starts and, in some cases, one long hiatus, youth sports are slowly coming back to Clark County.
HEALTH
Healing with Horses: Hippotherapy and Trauma Resilience
Two local women, with very different approaches, are on a mission to bring healing through horses.
LOCAL NEWS
April Issue Out Now
Our April issue is out now! Find out how two local women, with very different approaches, are on a mission to bring healing through horses; Meet local kid entrepreneurs; Learn how children benefit socially and psychologically from pretend play, and more.
PREGNANCY & BABY
Nurse-Family Partnership Connects Mothers with Vital Resources
Clark County’s Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) program offers low-income pregnant women and their child the support they need to overcome emotional, social and physical challenges and thrive—for free.
EDITOR'S PICKS
Microaggression Training Class: Eradicating Unconscious Prejudice
Ruby N. Lewis, of Vancouver, created the Microaggression Training Class to “help people with self-discovery, to learn how not to push those biases onto someone else, and what to do when they use microaggressions either intentionally or unintentionally.”
RELATIONSHIPS
Three Ingredients for a Successful Second Marriage
Even though it’s never easy, putting these three principles into practice can increase satisfaction in your remarriage and stepfamily journey.
TRAVEL
Mosaic Family Voyage: Wintertime Wanderlust
Read as the Messerschmidt family experiences their last winter season in the PNW.
VIDEO
Combating Racial Bullying
According to the National Bullying Prevention Center, 20% of students report being bullied. And for some kids, this treatment is because of their race or ethnicity.
