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Letter: It is time to vote
Opinion

Letter: It is time to vote

Vancouver resident Wynn Grcich urges citizens to perform their civic duty and vote, emphasizing local leadership, government accountability, and public issues ranging from taxes to education and pu…

Nov 3, 2025

Letter: ‘Justin Forsman is willing to listen to us’
Opinion

Letter: ‘Justin Forsman is willing to listen to us’

Vancouver resident Jeanie Warner urges voters to support Justin Forsman for mayor and Derek Thompson for city council, citing frustration with city leadership and a need for change at city hall.

Nov 3, 2025

Area residents invited to annual Clark County Prayer Breakfast Thu., Nov. 6
People

Area residents invited to annual Clark County Prayer Breakfast Thu., Nov. 6

Clark County’s 24th annual Prayer Breakfast is Nov. 6, 7–9 a. m. , at the Vancouver Hilton, with Corban University President Dr. John Mark Yeats as keynote speaker.

Nov 3, 2025

Ballots for WA’s 2025 general election are due Tuesday. What you need to know
Politics

Ballots for WA’s 2025 general election are due Tuesday. What you need to know

Washington state, election, voting, ballots, voteWA. gov, WA Cares, Senate Joint Resolution 8201, ballot drop boxes, voter registration, mail ballots, election deadlines, Washington voters, state l…

Nov 3, 2025

Letter: Who should be Vancouver’s next mayor?
Opinion

Letter: Who should be Vancouver’s next mayor?

Vancouver resident Phil Berrey endorses Justin Forsman for mayor, arguing that Forsman represents renewal and local control while criticizing Anne McEnerny-Ogle’s leadership as stagnant.

Nov 3, 2025

A job well done by Seton Catholic, led by senior quarterback Kolten Gesser
Sports

A job well done by Seton Catholic, led by senior quarterback Kolten Gesser

Seton Catholic, led by senior QB Kolten Gesser, edged La Center 12–7 to clinch another Trico League title, highlighted by a late red-zone stop and steady leadership throughout the season.

Nov 1, 2025

Empty Bowls Camas event raises $27,000 for Inter-Faith Treasure House
People

Empty Bowls Camas event raises $27,000 for Inter-Faith Treasure House

The 2025 Empty Bowls Camas event raised a record $27,000 for Inter-Faith Treasure House, doubling last year’s total and helping support food programs for Camas and Washougal families.

Nov 1, 2025

Woman arrested after standoff with police in Camas
News

Woman arrested after standoff with police in Camas

A 31-year-old Camas woman was arrested after a 45-minute standoff with police during a domestic disturbance call. Officers say she was armed and believed to be suicidal before surrendering safely.

Nov 1, 2025

Clark County Council mulling a raise to the sales tax to go toward affordable housing
Politics

Clark County Council mulling a raise to the sales tax to go toward affordable housing

Clark County Council is considering a one-tenth of a percent sales tax increase to fund affordable housing, with Councilor Michelle Belkot opposing the plan unless voters approve it. A public heari…

Oct 31, 2025

WA Gov. Ferguson ‘skeptical’ of tax increases in 2026
News

WA Gov. Ferguson ‘skeptical’ of tax increases in 2026

Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson said he’s skeptical of major new tax increases in 2026 and plans to focus on housing and road maintenance during the next legislative session.

Oct 31, 2025

New Hall of Famers for the PIL have Clark County ties
Sports

New Hall of Famers for the PIL have Clark County ties

Five athletes with Clark County connections are among 36 being inducted into the Portland Interscholastic League Hall of Fame, including former standouts from Clark College and Vancouver residents.

Oct 31, 2025

Letter: ‘I hope you fill your ballots out and consider casting a vote for me’
Opinion

Letter: ‘I hope you fill your ballots out and consider casting a vote for me’

Jacob Smith shares his reasons for seeking a position on the Evergreen School Board, highlighting his education background and plans to improve communication, student programs, and district priorit…

Oct 31, 2025

Battle Ground Senior Citizens proud to receive donation from 100 Women Who Care
People

Battle Ground Senior Citizens proud to receive donation from 100 Women Who Care

Battle Ground Senior Citizens received more than $15,000 from 100 Women Who Care Southwest Washington, supporting programs that help local seniors stay active, connected, and valued.

Oct 31, 2025

County seeks applicants for Community Action Advisory Board
Community News

County seeks applicants for Community Action Advisory Board

Clark County is seeking applicants for four positions on the Community Action Advisory Board, which helps guide funding for basic needs, housing, and self-sufficiency programs. Applications are due…

Oct 31, 2025

Vancouver Fire Department responds to structure fire at First Street Station Apartments
News

Vancouver Fire Department responds to structure fire at First Street Station Apartments

Vancouver firefighters quickly contained a blaze at the First Street Station Apartments, limiting damage to two units. All occupants were safely evacuated, and no injuries were reported.

Oct 31, 2025

POLL: With IBR Administrator Greg Johnson departing and transit numbers revised downward, what’s next for the I-5 Bridge project?
Opinion

POLL: With IBR Administrator Greg Johnson departing and transit numbers revised downward, what’s next for the I-5 Bridge project?

A new Clark County Today poll follows Greg Johnson’s announced departure and steep drops in IBR transit projections, asking readers what direction the I-5 Bridge project should take next.

Oct 30, 2025

Opinion: Is drinking coffee while driving too distracting?
Opinion

Opinion: Is drinking coffee while driving too distracting?

Doug Dahl explains that while drinking coffee while driving isn’t illegal by itself, it can lead to a “dangerously distracted driving” ticket if it interferes with safe operation.

Oct 30, 2025

Clark College hosts Mechatronic Open House
Community News

Clark College hosts Mechatronic Open House

Clark College will host a Mechatronics Open House on Nov. 10 at its Columbia Tech Center, inviting students and community members to explore careers in high-tech manufacturing and automation.

Oct 30, 2025