Stories by Jessica Wilkinson
16 stories
The Enspire Extravaganza: Advancing art and community engagement for a brighter future
Enspire Arts brings more than 150 local artists to the Joyce Garver Theater in Camas on Feb. 28, featuring student ambassadors and a world premiere by composer Nicole Buetti.
Virginia Rodeman defies limits and wins No-Gi World Championship in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Battle Ground athlete Virginia Rodeman won two divisions at the No-Gi World Championship in Las Vegas, continuing an eight-year rise in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition.
Vancouver woman earns gold medal at the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation World Championship
Jennifer Cooper of Vancouver won a gold medal at the IBJJF World Championship, showcasing her exceptional jiu-jitsu techniques and representing her home gym, Emerge Jiu Jitsu.
Clark County entrepreneur takes a step back in time
Clark County English Country Dance founder Amy Brown creates a unique and unexpected experience for teens and families across Clark County every month.
Impact of pandemic on school children the topic of Capitol Hill event
While the 2023-24 academic school year is well underway, the devastating effects of government-imposed lockdowns, school closures, and other public health policies in the wake of the COVID-19 pande…
Upward Sports keeps growing to serve the community
Hundreds of elementary athletes and fans from all over Clark County descended onto the fields of Hillcrest Church of the Nazarene Saturday to kick off the 2023 Upward Sports flag football season.
Young business owners make a collective $40,000 in sales at Lemonade Day
Over 300 young entrepreneurs in southwest Washington made a collective $40,000 in sales at the Greater Vancouver Chamber’s Lemonade Day, showcasing their handmade and homegrown products alongside t…
Lawsuit alleges unprecedented censorship on social media
A class action lawsuit filed on behalf of American consumers of news on social media platforms accuses top-ranking US officials of colluding with Facebook, Google, and Twitter to censor the voices…
National organization of physicians supports lawsuit against FDA for interfering with the treatment of patients with COVID-19
The battle over proper treatment for COVID-19 and the security of the doctor-patient relationship continued on Sept. 30 as the Association of American Physicians and Surgeons (AAPS) filed a motion…
Petition requests the revocation or suspension of the FDA’s clearance of COVID-19 vaccines for children ages six months to four years
If the FDA fails to reverse its authorization, the Daily Clout and Health Freedom Defense Fund will take legal action to ensure that FDA abides by the law.
Washington physician joins lawsuit against the FDA for attempting to interfere with their treatment of COVID-19 patients
Three physicians, including an emergency medicine doctor licensed in the state of Washington, have filed a lawsuit against the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) for attempting to interfere with the…
Area youth operate businesses during Lemonade Day at Vancouver Farmers Market
Young business owners ages 6-16 filled Esther Short Park with colorful and creative booths and stands, showcasing their various talents and merchandise.
Eighth grade homeschooled students participate in Mock Trial Competition
Students from Vancouver and Battle Ground acted as attorneys and witnesses for the prosecution and defense in a fictitious criminal court proceeding.
Firefighters and state troopers from Clark County sue Gov. Jay Inslee
At least a dozen firefighters and state troopers in Clark County joined forces with workers from across the state in filing a complaint on Sept. 10.
Yesterday’s frontline heroes could be tomorrow’s unemployed, thanks to Gov. Jay Inslee’s vaccine mandate
A large number of state and private healthcare employees plan to rally Sat. , Aug. 21, 2021 in Snoqualmie, Washington, at the capitol in Olympia, and outside PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in…
Homeschooling on the rise in Clark County
Home-based education is the fastest growing form of education in the United States, according to a recent report from the US Department of Education, and Clark County is abounding with proof of suc…