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Opinion: Washington’s nonpoint plan – The hidden green assault on your property
Nancy Churchill warns that Washington’s updated Nonpoint Plan could turn voluntary water quality guidelines into mandatory land use restrictions, eroding property rights without proof of harm.
Opinion: Is Vancouver stacking the vote at C-TRAN?
John Ley questions whether Vancouver is seeking more control over C-TRAN’s Board, as a state compliance issue forces a potential shift in representation that could influence light rail funding deci…
Opinion: Trump administration has not yet taken a position on the I-5 Bridge replacement project
Robert Wallis argues the Trump administration should replace IBR leadership and consultant WSP before evaluating the I-5 Bridge project.
When the biker community shows up: granting a fellow rider’s final wish in Battle Ground
Clark County Today’s Andi Schwartz joined more than 60 bikers in Battle Ground to fulfill David’s wish of hearing motorcycles one last time before he passed away.
Opinion: The Truth behind the Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake
John Ley challenges claims about the I-5 Bridge’s earthquake risk, citing low odds for a major Cascadia quake in 50 years and urging investment in multiple seismically sound bridges to reduce conge…
Opinion: Republican poll bursts propaganda
Jay Fratt shares poll results from Olympia and Tumwater school districts showing most respondents oppose allowing biological boys in girls’ high school sports.
Opinion: ‘The thing I dislike most about the (I-5 Bridge replacement) project’
Ken Vance says the biggest flaw in the I-5 Bridge replacement project is how it shut down conversation around more impactful solutions. He plans to spotlight those alternatives in a coming series o…
Opinion: Does more Medicaid mean fewer ER visits?
Elizabeth New (Hovde) analyzes research on Medicaid expansion and ER use, arguing that Washington’s own policies — not just federal reforms — drive rising health care costs and access challenges.
POLL: Do you support Vancouver expanding its city limits through annexation?
This week’s poll asks: Should Vancouver expand into unincorporated Clark County? With budget concerns and public pushback, city leaders are treading carefully — and we want your opinion.
Letter: ‘I’ll take my chances with the Clark County Council over the city of Vancouver’
Anna Miller voices skepticism over Vancouver’s annexation plans, citing tax motives, zoning control, and political advantages. She favors Clark County Council oversight over city expansion.
Opinion: Freedom to honk
Doug Dahl examines when honking is legal in Washington, from required warnings to the murky boundaries of free speech. Court rulings show the rules vary, and not all expressive honking is protected.
Letter: ‘Colin Kaepernick is no one to be celebrated in Vancouver schools’
Bob Mattila argues Colin Kaepernick should not be celebrated in Vancouver schools, urging role models to promote love and unity rather than division.
Opinion: The Growth Management Act’s impact on house prices in Washington
Mark Harmsworth argues that Washington’s Growth Management Act has created a supply bottleneck in housing, driving up prices and limiting access to homeownership. He calls for reform to increase la…
Opinion: Workers who strike need to be warned double pay is a no-no
Elizabeth New warns that Washington’s new strike pay law could result in costly overpayments from the unemployment insurance fund, urging transparency and protection for public resources.
Letter: ‘Jennifer has the common-sense values to make public schools better. We need a candidate like her’
Wynn Grcich voices support for Jennifer Heine-Withee in the Battle Ground School Board race, citing her common-sense values and ideas for improving schools without raising taxes.
Letter: The era of decline is over – A mayor who will fight for you
Vancouver mayoral candidate Justin Forsman denounces Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle’s leadership, citing debt, crime, and policy failures. He pledges to restore forums, cut taxes, and fight for community…
Opinion: Leaders doing a ‘bang up’ job of making downtowns safe
Lars Larson reflects on recent shootings and declining safety in downtown Portland and Seattle, citing violent crime, police defunding, and economic fallout as signs of leadership failure.
Opinion: Reclaiming our forests
Nancy Churchill argues the 2001 Roadless Rule harmed rural communities and forest health, and supports its repeal. She urges opposition to HR 3930, which would make the restrictions permanent.