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Midnight federal shutdown edges closer as US Senate fails to agree on spending bills
The Senate failed to advance stopgap bills ahead of the Oct. 1 deadline, making a federal shutdown likely, with broad impacts on workers and services nationwide.
Oct. 1 brings new taxes for Washington businesses and consumers
Washington’s 2025-27 budget brings new sales and B&O taxes on services, plus transportation fee hikes, with businesses and consumers bracing for impacts starting Oct. 1.
Opinion: Washington’s new sales tax onslaught devastates small businesses
Mark Harmsworth argues Senate Bill 5814’s new sales taxes will devastate small businesses, raising compliance costs and fueling inflation across Washington.
Clark County residents encouraged to dispose of fallen leaves properly
Clark County and Vancouver urge residents to dispose of leaves properly to prevent clogged storm drains, improve road safety, and reduce landfill waste.
Ridgefield to host annual Birdfest and Bluegrass Festival on Saturday, Oct. 4
Ridgefield will host its Birdfest and Bluegrass Festival on Oct. 4, featuring bluegrass music, local vendors, children’s activities, and wildlife tours at the refuge.
LGW releases attack tracker after more cases against signature gatherers
Let’s Go Washington has launched an attack tracker after reports of harassment, theft, and intimidation targeting signature gatherers and petition signers across the state.
Applications for 2026 Clark County CDBG, HOME funds available starting Oct. 1
Clark County will open applications Oct. 1 for 2026 CDBG and HOME funds, with about $2.87 million expected for housing, public services, and neighborhood improvements.
Free in-person workshops begin in October to teach residents about composting and sustainable living
Clark County’s Composter Recycler program will host free fall workshops on composting, recycling, green cleaning, food waste prevention, and more from Oct. 8 to Nov. 19.
‘We’re headed to a shutdown’: White House meeting ends with no deal as deadline nears
Congressional leaders left a White House meeting with President Trump without agreement as a shutdown looms; parties remain split over health care costs and a temporary funding bill.
Opinion: Gov. Ferguson promises to make the state more responsive. Here’s how he can make that happen
Todd Myers outlines steps Gov. Bob Ferguson’s new “Your Washington” program must take to succeed where past reforms failed: set real deadlines, enforce meaningful metrics, and ensure accountability.
Oregon sues to block Trump from sending National Guard to Portland
Oregon and Portland officials are suing to block President Trump’s order deploying 200 National Guard members to Portland to protect federal property during protests.
Opinion: A bridge too short, again
Joe Cortright argues the I-5 Bridge replacement faces the same Coast Guard clearance issues that doomed the Columbia River Crossing, risking delays and federal funding.
Alysha Evelyn Chandra launches campaign for Clark County prosecutor
Alysha Evelyn Chandra, prosecutor and Army National Guard JAG officer, has launched her campaign for Clark County prosecutor, emphasizing safety, accountability, and balanced justice.
Opinion: Tina Kotek goes Orval Faubus on us
Lars Larson compares Gov. Tina Kotek’s refusal of federal help in Portland to historic defiance of federal law, citing riots and ICE building attacks.
Letter: ‘Our Southwest Washington tax dollars … are being used to fund the starvation of children’
Ridgefield resident R. Myles Dickason urges Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp-Perez to address concerns over U. S. tax dollars funding conflict abroad instead of local priorities.
Nuclear Caucus visits Idaho National Lab to explore energy solutions for Washington state
Washington State Nuclear Caucus members toured the Idaho National Lab to study advanced nuclear fuels and explore clean energy options for meeting future demand.
Letter: Henny Penny, the sky will not fall!
Camas resident Anna Miller details which essential services and benefits continue during a government shutdown and which agencies may scale back or pause functions.
Opinion: The stories of the people who experience the games are the best stories
Paul Valencia reflects on covering 211 consecutive Friday night football games, emphasizing stories of players, coaches, and fans over just scores.