Opinion — stories by Paul Valencia
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The Study of Sports Podcast Sept. 17, 2026: The sports enthusiasts talk about the new football schedule in the 4A GSHL, some outdoor volleyball, and more in this episode
Paul Valencia, Tony Liberatore, and Cale Piland discuss the 4A GSHL's new double-matchup football schedule and Camas and Ridgefield volleyball.
Opinion: Reporter thrilled with this new, old way to highlight high school football
Paul Valencia is rejoining a statewide high school football broadcast, now as video reports on FinalScore. TV and simulcast on KJR Seattle.
Opinion: The Clark County Fair gives this reporter the opportunity to time travel
Paul Valencia says the Clark County Fair's 10-day run, starting Aug. 7, may be the best entertainment value in the county.
Clark County Council continues process to change its Rules of Procedure to mirror Vancouver
Proposed county rules would let a council majority direct how individual councilors vote on boards and commissions.
Leaders react to Erik Paulsen’s proposal to bring rail infrastructure to streets of Vancouver
C-TRAN's Tim Hein warns Vancouver and Clark County must sell fixed rail costs to their own constituents.
Vancouver bowlers make their marks at HBCU Alabama A&M
Fort Vancouver and Hudson's Bay grads helped Alabama A&M win its first conference bowling title in 12 years.
State Senator John Braun makes his case for your vote in Washington’s 3rd Congressional District
Senate Minority Leader John Braun calls Washington's new income tax unconstitutional and says a spending problem can't be solved with new revenue.
Opinion: Kindness is always welcome, even in places where one does not always find it
Paul Valencia reflects on how a brief moment of kindness between a journalist and a football coach underscores the importance of respect in journalism and public life.
Opinion: A year in review of news stories from a former sports guy
Clark County Today reporter Paul Valencia reflects on his evolving role, revisiting major news, community debates, sports moments, and human-interest stories that shaped Clark County in 2025.
Opinion: In search of joy at Vancouver Mall during Christmas time
Paul Valencia reflects on his annual Christmas-time visit to Vancouver Mall, finding nostalgia, people-watching, and moments of joy amid last-minute holiday shopping.
Opinion: Saying thank you to a football coach for a lifetime of lessons
Paul Valencia reflects on a reunion with his former high school football coach, George Rallis, joined by Union coach Steve Pyne and VPS director Mark Wreath to thank him for a lifetime of lessons.
Opinion: The stories of the people who experience the games are the best stories
Paul Valencia reflects on covering 211 consecutive Friday night football games, emphasizing stories of players, coaches, and fans over just scores.
Opinion: In-n-Out Burger is so much more than fast food for so many of us
Paul Valencia shares why In-n-Out Burger means more than just fast food for countless fans as Ridgefield nears its grand opening and Vancouver’s location begins construction.
Opinion: Camas, Union rivalry and memories
Camas and Union continue their intense girls basketball rivalry, evoking memories of past high school basketball clashes in Clark County.
Opinion: Basketball community wins when Camas and Union play varsity doubleheaders
Camas and Union delivered a thrilling basketball doubleheader, with packed crowds and standout performances from players on both teams.
Opinion: A year-in-review of community news, from a ‘former’ Sports reporter
Paul Valencia reflects on 2024, highlighting community stories from grassroots initiatives to education achievements.
Opinion: Mill Town makes memorable first impression with Camas football
Camas football makes a bold statement with new Mill Town uniforms, embracing community tradition.
Opinion: The return of Friday Night Lights extra special for Evergreen
Evergreen Plainsmen secured their first victory over the Union Titans, winning 18-0 in a memorable start to the 2024 high school football season.
In Memoriam: John Griffin was always at the top of his game
John Griffin, a beloved coach and mentor, left a lasting legacy in Clark County Washington.
Opinion: It is a crime to rummage through recycling bins but best leave it to law enforcement
Paul Valencia discusses the rise in recycling bin theft in Clark County and its impact on local communities.
Opinion: Judging a barbecue contest just one of the “tough tasks” of being a journalist
Paul Valencia of Clark County Today highlights his experience judging at the ilani BBQ Fest, with insights from BBQ Hall of Famer Rick Browne.
Opinion: Supreme Court gives Vancouver a new tool to use in its homelessness efforts, but will the city use it?
Most Vancouver residents do not want homelessness to be criminalized but they do want a response when some in the homeless community commit crimes, and a new ruling by the United States Supreme cou…
Opinion: Seton Catholic’s loss in state semifinals reminiscent of Hockinson’s rise to glory
High school football: Seton Catholic lost in the Class 1A state semifinals on Saturday in a game that reminded an old coach, and old journalist, of a game in 2014 that would eventually catapult Hoc…
Commentary: A night of statements for the first Friday Night Lights of 2023
Reporter Paul Valencia, who is covering high school football in Clark County for the 23rd consecutive season, notes that while championships are not won in Week 1, a lot of memories can be made
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