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Opinion: Clark County Councilor Gary Medvigy explains ‘Why I signed’
Opinion

Opinion: Clark County Councilor Gary Medvigy explains ‘Why I signed’

Clark County Councilor Gary Medvigy offers a public letter to explain his decision to sign a letter in support of Clark County Sheriff Chuck Atkins’ decision to remove all “Thin Blue Line’’ symbols…

Jun 26, 2020

Commentary: Saluting the dads who raise more than their own children
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Commentary: Saluting the dads who raise more than their own children

Reporter Paul Valencia thanks the dads of friends who were always there for him, too.

Jun 21, 2020

Letter: ‘You can count on Karen (Bowerman) to always do what she promises and vote the way she says she will’
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Letter: ‘You can count on Karen (Bowerman) to always do what she promises and vote the way she says she will’

Vancouver resident Mary Olson offers her support for Karen Bowerman in the race for Clark County Council, District 3.

Jun 15, 2020

Opinion: ‘I agree with Sir Charles, defunding law enforcement is not the answer; reform is’
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Opinion: ‘I agree with Sir Charles, defunding law enforcement is not the answer; reform is’

Clark County Today Editor Ken Vance shares his thoughts on comments made by NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley this week

Jun 12, 2020

Letter: ‘It is important to have an adequate fire and EMS response for residents and businesses; in a pandemic, it is critical’
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Letter: ‘It is important to have an adequate fire and EMS response for residents and businesses; in a pandemic, it is critical’

Vancouver resident Tony Ruestig shares his thoughts about Clark County Fire District 6 levy lid lift before voters in the Aug. 4 primary election.

Jun 9, 2020

Letter: ‘I prefer our current congresswoman, Jaime Herrera Beutler, who serves our community tirelessly’
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Letter: ‘I prefer our current congresswoman, Jaime Herrera Beutler, who serves our community tirelessly’

Camas resident Brad Jensen shares his thoughts about a recent editorial by candidate Carolyn Long.

Jun 5, 2020

Commentary: D-Day veteran micro-documentary premieres June 6, 2020
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Commentary: D-Day veteran micro-documentary premieres June 6, 2020

Today, we announce the release of the miniature documentary project that has now been produced from last year’s trip and interview. At the start of next week, on June 6, ClarkCountyToday. com and p…

Jun 3, 2020

Opinion: ‘Momentum and attitude is everything’
Opinion

Opinion: ‘Momentum and attitude is everything’

Clark County Today Editor Ken Vance attempts to offer hope and encouragement to others during a difficult time.

Jun 2, 2020

Letter: ‘Opponents have labored under difficult shutdown conditions to get the required signatures on Referendum 90 to get the issue before voters in November’
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Letter: ‘Opponents have labored under difficult shutdown conditions to get the required signatures on Referendum 90 to get the issue before voters in November’

Vancouver resident Julia Dawn Seaver talks about the petition to repeal SB 5395, the bill requiring Comprehensive Sexual Education to be taught in all K-12 public schools.

May 29, 2020

Opinion: A tale of two sets of assumptions
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Opinion: A tale of two sets of assumptions

Clark County Today Editor Ken Vance recently reported on the attempts by city of Vancouver and Clark County officials to assess the economic impacts of the coronavirus pandemic. Now, he offers a co…

May 19, 2020

Founder’s vision of video news reports now a reality
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Founder’s vision of video news reports now a reality

Clark County Today Editor Ken Vance offers a “peek behind the curtain,’’ explaining the news video updates now available for viewing for Clark County residents.

May 13, 2020

Opinion: ‘The governor’s decisions have hurt too many in our community’
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Opinion: ‘The governor’s decisions have hurt too many in our community’

Vancouver resident Matt Jeffries shares his thoughts on the need to reopen Clark County.

May 8, 2020

Opinion: Questioning the Camas Roundabout
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Opinion: Questioning the Camas Roundabout

Camas resident John Ley shares his research into the $8 million Camas Lake Road/Everett Roundabout.

May 7, 2020

Opinion: ‘I believe we all want the same thing’
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Opinion: ‘I believe we all want the same thing’

Clark County Today Editor Ken Vance shares his latest thoughts on the impacts of the stay-at-home orders in place to address the coronavirus pandemic.

May 6, 2020

Letter: ‘People should ask what ideology grants governors and others the right to take away religious freedom’
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Letter: ‘People should ask what ideology grants governors and others the right to take away religious freedom’

Vancouver resident Ann Makar shares her thoughts on the impact stay-at-home orders have on citizens’ right to gather for public worship.

May 6, 2020

Letter: Area pastor makes plea to Gov. Jay Inslee
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Letter: Area pastor makes plea to Gov. Jay Inslee

Northwest Gospel Church Lead Pastor Andrew Murch offers a suggested modification to Gov. Jay Inslee’s four-phased approach to lifting his “Stay Home, Stay Healthy’’ order.

May 6, 2020

Op-ed: All Washingtonians have a role to play in bringing the COVID-19 crisis to an end
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Op-ed: All Washingtonians have a role to play in bringing the COVID-19 crisis to an end

Reps. Brandon Vick and Larry Hoff, of the 18th Legislative District, share thoughts on the coronavirus pandemic and the issue of lifting restrictions put in place by Gov. Jay Inslee’s “Stay Home, S…

Apr 30, 2020

Opinion: ‘A small glimmer of light is beginning to peek through the dark clouds of the stay-at-home orders’
Opinion

Opinion: ‘A small glimmer of light is beginning to peek through the dark clouds of the stay-at-home orders’

Clark County Today Editor Ken Vance shares his current thoughts on the coronavirus and plans to re-open the economy and other aspects of life impacted by stay-at-home orders.

Apr 28, 2020