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High school football: Tupua brothers say Evergreen coaches have given them tools for life
Nehemiah and Daniel Tupua, senior linemen with 4. 0 GPAs, credit Evergreen coaches for shaping their lives on and off the field.
Raptors look back on strong 2026 and ahead to 2027 and beyond in Ridgefield
Raptors GM Gus Farah says playoff crowds hit 3,700 over two games, with average attendance topping 1,400 despite weather challenges.
Clark County Council approves increases to current impact fees, as well as new impact fees
Clark County Council approved fee increases for three school districts and new impact fees for four fire districts, raising construction costs countywide.
GRO Parade of Homes ready for its second week
Eight luxury homes in Vancouver's Emerald Grove open for tours at $20 general admission through Sept. 27.
High school football: Multiple-sport athletes, such as Zayne Latham, are essential for La Center
La Center senior Zayne Latham returned to football after a concussion-forced exit and now hopes to play at the college level.
Vancouver honors Americans during 9/11 Patriot Day Salute along the Waterfront
Vancouver's 25th anniversary 9/11 Patriot Day Salute featured doves released from PT Boat 658, a fire boat water salute, and remarks from Congresswoman Gluesenkamp Perez, the mayor, fire chief, and…
High school sports: Outdoor volleyball match at Doc Harris Stadium ready for Camas vs. Ridgefield
Camas athletic director Stephen Baranowski says the outdoor volleyball match at Doc Harris Stadium may grow into an annual Friday night event with a Saturday tournament.
GRO Parade of Homes set to open this week
Eight luxury homes in Salmon Creek's Emerald Grove open to the public Sept. 11 through 27 for the 49th GRO Parade of Homes.
Seattle Reign, partners celebrate opening of soccer mini-pitch at Orchards Elementary School
Jordyn Bugg, 20, joined Orchards Elementary students to open Clark County's first soccer mini-pitch.
New field plus old traditions make for special vibe in Camas for the return of high school football
Chiawana stunned Camas 28-7 in the season opener, but the new Doc Harris Stadium field and Kong traditions drew rave reviews.
Business Profile: Horse magic is on display at Healing Steps
Healing Steps in Brush Prairie pairs licensed therapists with horses to build physical, cognitive, and emotional skills in children and adults.
Huge crowd gathers for Goodwill Superstore grand opening in Ridgefield
More than 500 customers waited in the rain to enter the new Goodwill Superstore in Ridgefield, with free job training and ESL classes offered at the location.
Workers add finishing touches to GRO Parade of Homes for September opening
Eight luxury homes on 16,000 sq-ft lots in Salmon Creek open to the public Sept. 11 through Sept. 27.
Hat Lady and her husband retire from the Clark County Fair
Marilyn Holden, known as the Hat Lady, and husband Scott retired after 27 and 22 years at the Clark County Fair.
Here’s what’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Wednesday, Aug. 12
Wednesday is Prime of Your Life Day at the Clark County Fair, with senior discounts and two SxS racing shows at the grandstands.
Mars Encounters is a big hit for families at the Clark County Fair
Mars Encounters features mining, live shows, and a new AI character named Alik at the Clark County Fair.
Here’s what’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Tuesday, Aug. 11
Tuesday is Military Appreciation Day at the Clark County Fair, with gate tickets at $8 for military personnel.
I Love the 90s — (and America, too) — tour brings positive energy to Clark County Fair
Vanilla Ice, Tone Loc, and Young MC played a 90-minute set of greatest hits at the Clark County Fair Grandstands.
Here’s what’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Monday, Aug. 10
Hell on Hooves Extreme Bull Riding kicks off at 7 p. m. Monday, with mutton bustin' qualifications at 2 p.
Here’s what’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Sunday, Aug. 9
Collective Soul headlines the Clark County Fair grandstand Sunday, closing out three consecutive nights of concerts.
All the buzz from opening day of the Clark County Fair
Delanie Craighead, the 2026 American Honey Queen from California, arrived in Clark County at 1 a. m. to help open the fair.
O’Keefe Farms ready to host popular Sunflower Festival
O'Keefe Farms' Sunflower Festival features more than 60 varieties of sunflowers across two weekends in August, plus a kickoff concert Aug. 1.
Washougal MX National: Levi Kitchen looking to inspire younger riders, win in his hometown
Levi Kitchen leads the 250 Class with 261 points, racing Saturday just hundreds of yards from his family home.
God, motocross, and Washougal create awesome message for Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Nathan Teel left professional motocross in 2012 and now leads FCA Motocross trackside ministry at motocross events.
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