Good morning, Longview.

A March policy change now allows beer and wine at summer concerts at Lake Sacajawea + the Rotary Club of Longview is selling these drinks as a club fundraiser.

Kelso airport will hold an antique fly-in in July that will feature food vendors — and the Unique Tin Car Club.

Food Lifeline, a nonprofit that supplies nearly 300 food banks across Western Washington, is facing shortages after nearly $2M in federal cuts removed the equivalent of 63 semitrucks of food.

Lower Columbia CAP predicts increased demand from SNAP cuts—FISH in Cowlitz County is already handling more food requests as prices rise.

Native plants can help make yards more nature friendly in SW WA, but experts say they do not always do well in typical urban soils — homeowners should choose plants that match their yard’s soil, water, and sun.

The advice comes from a monthly local column by WSU Master Gardeners who show that a mix of plant types can offer food and shelter for local wildlife.

Cowlitz Community Farmers Market

9 AM - 2 PM — Cowlitz Community Farmers Market — Free entry — Explore local produce and crafts at this vibrant community market.

Cowlitz Black Bears Baseball Game

6:35-8:05 p.m. — David Story Field — Tickets required — Experience thrilling summer baseball and community fun with the Cowlitz Black Bears.

Cowlitz County Fair

12-11 p.m. — Cowlitz County Fair — Entrance fee varies — Celebrate local agriculture and community spirit with music, rides, and more.

Cowlitz Black Bears Baseball Game

6:35 – 8:05 p.m. — David Story Field — Tickets required — Experience thrilling summer baseball with Longview’s hometown team, featuring fun community festivities.

Cowlitz Community Farmers Market

9 AM - 2 PM — Cowlitz Community Farmers Market — Free entry — Explore local produce and artisan goods in the vibrant parking lot market.

Cowlitz Black Bears vs. Bend Elks Baseball Game

6:35-8:05 p.m. — David Story Field — Affordable tickets available — Experience thrilling collegiate summer baseball action featuring rising stars.

Cowlitz Farmers Market

12-6 p.m. — City of Longview — Free entry — Explore local vendors offering food, art, and more on Broadway Street.

Cowlitz Black Bears Baseball Game

6:35-8:05 p.m. — David Story Field — Tickets available — Experience summer baseball excitement with the hometown Cowlitz Black Bears in a celebration of community spirit.

Cowlitz Community Farmers Market

9 AM – 2 PM — Cowlitz Community Farmers Market — Free entry — Discover fresh produce and local goods at this vibrant community market.

Cowlitz Black Bears vs. Yakima Valley Pippins

1:05-2:35 p.m. — David Story Field — Ticket prices vary — Experience summer baseball excitement with the Cowlitz Black Bears and community gathering.