Stories by Michael McCormic Jr
15 stories
Log Show remains the “Heart” of Amboy Territorial Days
North County’s Amboy Territorial Days keeps the excitement of log show competitions alive with help from logger friends across Clark County and the state.
Boat slides off trailer at Battle Ground intersection
After a boat slid off its trailer at the intersection of SR 503 and Main Street in Battle Ground, a few unlucky area residents had to find a creative way to get their beached watercraft off the asp…
Old Meets New at the Ridgefield Fourth of July Celebration
With exciting new developments in the Ridgefield area, Independence Day celebrations showcased how heritage and progress work together to bolster a vibrant sense of community pride.
Woodland Planters Days celebrates old traditions and a new president
With the arrival of a new festival President, Woodland Planters Days continues bringing crowd favorite events, including the parade, Frog Jump, and Firemen’s Bar-B-Cue, while also adding some new m…
New Bowflex LateralX developed in Vancouver by Nautilus
Having released the LateralX workout machine in July, the experts at Nautilus, Inc. give a peek behind the product development curtain and show how world-renowned exercise equipment is created righ…
Amboy Territorial Days takes place this weekend
From Log Show to lawn mower races, this year’s Amboy Territorial Days will bring the pride of North County’s forestry heritage to the spotlight.
Fourth of July celebrations in Clark County
A brief look at community events scheduled to take place this coming Wed. for the Fourth of July, including the Ridgefield Fourth of July Celebration, Yacolt Rendezvous Parade, and the new and impr…
Woodland Planters Days to take place this weekend
Four full days of community celebration and family-friendly fun await area residents as the city of Woodland it prepares to open its annual Planters Days festival. This area favorite event is a joi…
Enrollment period open for CAM Academy
CAM Academy, a nationally recognized alternative school in Battle Ground, is currently open for enrollment for the 2018-19 school year. Principal Ryan Cowl describes the enrollment process and what…
Memorial Day events to take place across Clark County
A brief guide to the Memorial Day events, ceremonies, and services taking place throughout Clark County, from Amboy to Vancouver.
Dozer Day coming to Clark County Fairgrounds this weekend
The Nutter Family Foundation’s annual Dozer Day event will take place this weekend at the Clark County Fairgrounds, just as it does every year on the third weekend in May.
Clark County firework laws: What you need to know
As of October 2016, there is a zero-tolerance policy towards the use of fireworks within city limits of Vancouver. Elsewhere in Clark County, differing sets of laws limit the time, place, and type…
Fire cadet receives prestigious award from Cascadia Technical Academy
Clark County Fire District 6 fire cadet Nathan Holmgren recently received a prestigious award from Cascadia Technical Academy.
When life gives you lymes
After six years of chronic illness, a last-ditch effort with alternative medicines allowed a North County man and his family to fulfill their lifelong dream of owning a farm.
Open House Ministries embraces big changes while reflecting on past success
Open House Ministries enters construction process of new building while continuing to serve homeless in Clark County.