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Letter: ‘Who we elect to serve on the Clark County Charter Review Commission truly matters’
Opinion

Letter: ‘Who we elect to serve on the Clark County Charter Review Commission truly matters’

Former Clark County Council Chair Gary Medvigy writes that the Charter Review Commission plays a vital role in shaping county government and endorses Liz Cline, Janna Meyer, and Kirk VanGelder for…

Oct 27, 2025

Letter: ‘Support charter review that makes sense’
Opinion

Letter: ‘Support charter review that makes sense’

Ridgefield resident Rob Anderson urges Clark County voters to stay engaged in local government and support Charter Review Commission candidates focused on public safety, fiscal responsibility, and…

Oct 27, 2025

Letter: ‘The facts are sobering’ about the police staffing issue in the Vancouver Police Department
Opinion

Letter: ‘The facts are sobering’ about the police staffing issue in the Vancouver Police Department

Vancouver resident Martha Baumgarten writes that Proposition 5 offers a balanced and practical step toward improving police staffing and public safety, complementing state HB 2015 grant funding.

Oct 27, 2025

Letter: ‘We have suffered a lot from the agendas spread by mainstream media’
Opinion

Letter: ‘We have suffered a lot from the agendas spread by mainstream media’

Hazel Dell resident David Poland voices support for Cathie Garber in her run for the Charter Review Commission, urging voters to choose candidates who value fairness, reason, and nonpartisanship in…

Oct 27, 2025

Letter: ‘Meet the new boss, same as the old boss’
Opinion

Letter: ‘Meet the new boss, same as the old boss’

Battle Ground resident James Townley voices support for Chris Grewell in the local school board race, urging voters to demand accountability and a change in direction for the district.

Oct 24, 2025

Letter: ‘Vote for a new voice’
Opinion

Letter: ‘Vote for a new voice’

Jeanie Kuypers shares her priorities for Battle Ground City Council, emphasizing collaboration, fiscal transparency, and investments in safety, parks, and economic development.

Oct 24, 2025

Opinion: Is IBR administrator jumping off a sinking ship?
Opinion

Opinion: Is IBR administrator jumping off a sinking ship?

Clark County Today Editor Ken Vance analyzes Greg Johnson’s departure from the I-5 Bridge Replacement Program, suggesting the move signals deeper trouble for the costly, long-delayed project.

Oct 24, 2025

POLL: How confident are you in Vancouver’s current city leadership to address the community’s biggest challenges?
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POLL: How confident are you in Vancouver’s current city leadership to address the community’s biggest challenges?

As Vancouver prepares for local elections, this week’s Clark County Today poll asks how confident residents are in the city’s current leadership to address homelessness, housing, safety, and transp…

Oct 23, 2025

Opinion: Two paths to power – voting and signing
Opinion

Opinion: Two paths to power – voting and signing

Nancy Churchill urges Washington voters to act on both their ballots and new initiatives, emphasizing that voting and signing petitions are the two key paths to reclaim political power from Olympia.

Oct 23, 2025

Opinion: Heritage, ballrooms and basketball
Opinion

Opinion: Heritage, ballrooms and basketball

Lars Larson argues that Democrats are weary of America’s wins under President Trump, pointing to strong economic numbers and contrasting White House heritage projects between Trump and Obama.

Oct 23, 2025

Opinion: To protect a safety net and taxpayers, reforms to Medicaid Long-Term Care are needed
Opinion

Opinion: To protect a safety net and taxpayers, reforms to Medicaid Long-Term Care are needed

Elizabeth New (Hovde) argues that Medicaid Long-Term Care needs reform to ensure benefits serve those truly in need and preserve taxpayer resources for the vulnerable.

Oct 22, 2025

Letter: ‘It’s not just politics, it’s about trust, transparency, and results’
Opinion

Letter: ‘It’s not just politics, it’s about trust, transparency, and results’

Camas resident Anna Miller urges support for Councilor Leslie Lewallen, citing her transparency, courage, and commitment to the community’s trust and future.

Oct 22, 2025

Letter: Camas Councilor Leslie Lewallen finds cost effective solutions
Opinion

Letter: Camas Councilor Leslie Lewallen finds cost effective solutions

Camas resident Margaret Tweet expresses support for Councilor Leslie Lewallen, praising her focus on cost-effective solutions and independent oversight of city spending.

Oct 22, 2025

Letter: Leslie Lewallen ‘works hard to look for the best solutions and she has the experience to find them’
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Letter: Leslie Lewallen ‘works hard to look for the best solutions and she has the experience to find them’

Former Clark County Councilor Gary Medvigy endorses Leslie Lewallen for Camas City Council, citing her collaborative leadership and experience in addressing community challenges.

Oct 22, 2025

Opinion: U.S. beef prices don’t need ‘fixing’
Opinion

Opinion: U.S. beef prices don’t need ‘fixing’

Pam Lewison of the Washington Policy Center argues that U. S. beef prices are best left to the free market, warning that importing Argentinian beef to lower prices would hurt American producers.

Oct 21, 2025

Letter: Leslie Lewallen ‘is trained academically and professionally to tackle decision making for Camas City Council’
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Letter: Leslie Lewallen ‘is trained academically and professionally to tackle decision making for Camas City Council’

Washougal resident Connie Jo Freeman endorses Camas City Council incumbent Leslie Lewallen, highlighting her education, experience, and record of service in public safety and community leadership.

Oct 21, 2025

Letter: ‘A vote for Peter Silliman is a vote for Clark County’s future’
Opinion

Letter: ‘A vote for Peter Silliman is a vote for Clark County’s future’

La Center resident Justine Stimmel endorses Charter Review Commission candidate Peter Silliman, citing his integrity, leadership, and focus on law enforcement and fiscal responsibility.

Oct 21, 2025

Letter: CCRW has released their slate of recommended candidates for 2025 Nov. 4 general election
Opinion

Letter: CCRW has released their slate of recommended candidates for 2025 Nov. 4 general election

Camas resident Anna Miller shares that the Clark County Republican Women have released their list of recommended candidates for the Nov. 4 general election.

Oct 20, 2025