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Opinion: Going down with the ship
Nancy Churchill criticizes state leaders for undermining Washington’s shipbuilding industry through outsourcing, high taxes, and neglect, warning of long-term consequences to maritime jobs and indu…
Letter: The Charterist IV – The real character of the executive
John Jay continues his Charterist series by examining the executive branch under the Clark County Charter, critiquing the scope of power held by the unelected County Manager.
Opinion: ‘Donald Trump keeps his word’
In his latest opinion, Lars Larson says Donald Trump is delivering on key promises six months into his term — from tax cuts to border control and economic investment.
Opinion: ‘Freedom of speech doesn’t mean freedom from consequences of that speech’
Editor Ken Vance weighs in on the First Amendment, suggesting freedom of speech does not mean freedom from its consequences, especially for public employees.
Letter: ‘Light rail is a debt bomb that just keeps going off!’
Anna Miller warns Clark County residents that light rail projects like those in California are costly failures, calling them “debt bombs” and urging local officials to stop expansion.
Letter: We don’t need four more years of lawlessness
Peter Bracchi urges voters to reject Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle, accusing her of failing to enforce laws and allowing unchecked lawlessness in Vancouver neighborhoods.
Opinion: Vancouver’s new $30 rental fee will increase rents in the city
Mark Harmsworth argues Vancouver’s new $30 rental unit fee will raise rents, discourage investment, and worsen affordability, urging the city to repeal the policy and pursue market-driven housing s…
Opinion: The right speed to exit
Doug Dahl of Target Zero explains that while exit-only freeway lanes follow the posted speed limit, drivers are legally required to reduce speed based on safety conditions as they approach offramps.
Letter: It’s time for Vancouver to choose change
Vancouver resident Michael Jelineo calls for new leadership in the city and voices his support for Justin Forsman in the mayoral race, urging others to back change.
Opinion: ‘Vilifying broad swaths of Americans’
Editor Ken Vance reflects on troubling posts by public defender Renee Alsept and shares a thoughtful perspective from longtime attorney Brad Andersen on ethics, discourse, and professionalism.
POLL: Should the county update its Human Resources policy to include personal social media accounts of employees in sensitive roles?
This week’s Clark County Today poll asks whether the county should update its Human Resources policy to include personal social media accounts of employees in sensitive roles, following concerns ov…
Opinion: Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries levy lid lift
Dick Rylander shares Q&A with FVRL leadership about the proposed levy lid lift, detailing budget needs, tax impacts, and what a YES or NO vote could mean for library services.
Letter: ‘The public has allowed this to happen’
Wynn Grcich calls on Vancouver residents to support Justin Forsman and Rob Anderson in local elections and urges more civic engagement to challenge current city leadership.
Letter: ‘I am a law-abiding citizen, who believes in the free speech of others’
Jim McConnell of Vancouver shares his frustration over repeated sign thefts opposing changes to McGillivray Boulevard and defends the right to free speech in Cascade Park.
Opinion: Taxes and assessed values
Dick Rylander explains how property tax proposals are calculated and urges Clark County residents to understand assessed values before voting on new taxes.
Opinion: Why has Vancouver hired a shelter provider with a record of failure?
Amy Harris questions Vancouver’s decision to hire Do Good Multnomah, citing documented failures and urging city officials to explain their choice.
Opinion: Predators, politics, and public records
Nancy Churchill criticizes four Fish and Wildlife commissioners for secrecy and anti-hunting bias, calling for their removal and reform of the appointment process.
Opinion: TriMet Better Red cost allocation revealed
John Ley examines TriMet’s $204 million Better Red project, showing most of the spending wasn’t on vehicles or tracks—raising questions about cost transparency and regional funding.