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Clark County Council Chair Sue Marshall will not seek reelection
Sue Marshall announced she will not run for reelection to the Clark County Council, citing family, farm life, and other priorities as she completes her final 10 months in office.
Opinion: The Democrats’ conduct was ‘downright disgusting and offensive’
Ken Vance criticizes Democratic lawmakers for refusing to stand during a State of the Union pledge and calls their conduct “disgusting and offensive. ”
No cops hired so far with WA’s new $100M grant program
Washington’s new $100 million police hiring grant program has not yet distributed funds, as local officials cite technical issues and bureaucratic hurdles
Opinion: The upside-down world of Washington Democrats
Nancy Churchill criticizes Washington Democrats over HB 2034, LEOFF 1 pension funds, and a proposed income tax, urging residents to oppose the bill ahead of a Feb. 26 hearing.
Hockinson student joins Rep. Kevin Waters in Olympia to serve as a House page
Hockinson Middle School student Ary’el Dutton served as a page in the Washington State House of Representatives in Olympia, sponsored by Rep. Kevin Waters.
Democrats double down on taxes, pension raid, and spending addiction
Rep. Travis Couture criticized the House Democrats’ supplemental budget, citing new taxes, reserve withdrawals and K-12 cuts.
Opinion: Internal emails reveal the real plan for a statewide income tax
Ryan Frost argues internal emails show a multi-step strategy toward a statewide progressive income tax in Washington.
Opinion: Make your voice heard about the majority party’s state income tax proposal
Rep. John Ley outlines his opposition to Senate Bill 6346 and urges residents to participate in the February 24 public hearing before the House Finance Committee.
Letter: County Council resolution ‘strong on rhetoric, weak on results’
Peter Bracchi calls on the Clark County Council to withdraw its ICE-related resolution and replace it with a measurable public-safety plan.
Trump vows new tariffs, criticizes Supreme Court justices after ruling
President Donald Trump said he will pursue new tariffs under different authorities after the Supreme Court ruled he exceeded his power under IEEPA.
Opinion: A loss at the Supreme Court
Lars Larson reacts to a Supreme Court decision limiting President Trump’s tariff authority and outlines his view of its economic impact.
Belkot reminds other Clark County Councilors that there is active litigation
Michelle Belkot cited her active lawsuit against fellow councilors as the Clark County Council discussed potential changes to its Rules of Procedure.
Clark County Council wants to come up with a plan to deal with unruly behavior at meetings
Clark County Council members said they will explore policy changes after two disruptive incidents occurred during public comment at a recent meeting.
Letter: Brad Benton announces candidacy for County Council, District 5
Brad Benton announces his candidacy for Clark County Council District 5, outlining positions on affordability, transportation, and public safety.
Passionate arguments made before Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries Board of Trustees
A standing room only crowd addressed the Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries Board of Trustees over new strategic plan language, with speakers split over protecting children and concerns about censor…
Tension rising over how to spend revenue from proposed WA income tax
Gov. Bob Ferguson and fellow Democrats are clashing over how much of a proposed 9. 9% income tax on earnings above $1 million should go toward tax relief versus the state budget.
Opinion: Senate shenanigans – Income tax debate, double-standards
Elizabeth New writes that Senate Bill 6346 would impose a 9. 9% tax on income above $1 million and is likely headed for a legal challenge if approved by the House.
Foes called it the ‘initiative killer;’ now it’s dead in the WA Legislature
Senate Bill 5973, which proposed new restrictions on initiative signature gathering, failed to advance before a legislative deadline.