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County seeks applications for Clean Water Commission
Clark County is seeking applicants for openings on the Clean Water Commission. Terms for the open positions begin January 2020 and end December 2022.
City of Vancouver launches energy-efficient LED street light upgrade
Starting late this fall, contractors for the city of Vancouver will begin upgrading 13,500 of the city’s 18,000 street lights to energy-efficient LED technology.
Ridgefield BirdFest & Bluegrass Festival to celebrate 20th anniversary
The city of Ridgefield invites area residents to join the festivities at the 20th Anniversary of BirdFest & Bluegrass on Sat. , Oct. 5. Those interested can head to Ridgefield and enjoy everything…
1918 Curtiss JN-4 ‘Jenny’ airplane joins exhibits at Pearson Air Museum
Pearson Air Museum has received a rare, newly refurbished 1918 Curtiss JN-4 “Jenny” biplane for exhibit. The airplane was acquired as a part of the museum collection through a federal contract, and…
WSU Vancouver financial aid help
Prospective college students and their parents can get expert help filing for financial aid for college in fall 2020 at College Goal Washington, a free event that helps students and families comple…
Vancouver Fire Marshal’s Office receives $224,000 grant for Project Home Safe campaign
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded the city of Vancouver’s Fire Marshal’s Office an approximately $224,446 Fire Prevention and Safety grant.
Battle Ground schools offer free weekly Early Learning program for children up to age 5
Let’s Play and Learn Together is a free, weekly drop-in program for children up to five years old. Registration is not required in order to attend. Parents and grandparents are welcome to stop by w…
Fire District 3 responds to structure fires in Battle Ground
Clark County Fire District 3 crews responded to a house and shop fire at 1108 SE 20th Ave, Battle Ground on Thursday (Sept. 19). The fires appear suspicious and are being investigated by Fire Distr…
Fire marshal lifts countywide burn ban early
An abundance of rain and cooler temperatures have prompted Clark County Fire Marshal Jon Dunaway to lift the ban on outdoor debris burning in unincorporated Clark County, effective 8 a. m. Fri. , S…
WDFW cancels Woodland Bottoms pheasant hunt
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife canceled the Woodland Bottoms pheasant hunt season until further notice on Wed. , Sept. 19.
Road closure on Northeast Blair Road extended to Mon., Sept. 30
A road closure on Northeast Blair Road in Vancouver has been extended 10 days to allow crews to complete work on the roadway improvement project.
Area residents invited to connect with Battle Ground Police officers
Battle Ground police officers invite community members to join them and connect over a cup of coffee on National Coffee with a Cop Day Wed. , Oct. 2 from 10 to 11:30 a. m. at Old Town Battle Ground…
Fire destroys garage in Washougal
A fire destroyed a garage and some contents Wednesday at a residence in Washougal.
Extreme playground makeover takes place at South Ridge Elementary School
The South Ridge Elementary School playground had a recent makeover thanks to some volunteers.
PeaceHealth Southwest to offer Service of Remembrance for families grieving the loss of a child
PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center chaplains will conduct a “Service of Remembrance” Sat. , Oct. 12, for all families grieving the loss of a child. The service will be held at 10 a. m. at Evergre…
Fourth grade students receive free admission to Fort Vancouver National Historic Site for a year
The Every Kid Outdoors annual pass provides fourth grade students, along with their families, friends and classmates, free access to Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, along with more than 2,00…
WDFW 2019 Hunting Prospects available for hunters
September marks the start of hunting seasons for deer, elk, waterfowl, and upland game birds in many areas of the state. To help hunters have a successful hunting season, The Washington Department…
Trees, apples and cider: Vancouver to celebrate the Old Apple Tree Oct. 5
Area residents can celebrate at the annual Old Apple Tree Festival, 11 a. m. to 3 p. Sat. , Oct. 5, at the Old Apple Tree Park, 112 S. E. Columbia Way, directly east of the Interstate 5 Bridge with…