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Opinion: Keeping the ‘Blazers in Portland likely to cost taxpayers 100s of millions
Lars Larson warns taxpayers could bear the costs of Moda Center renovations after the Trail Blazers sale, citing past deals that shifted obligations from owners to the public.
Appeals court upholds $1M in fines against Longview restaurant for violating COVID restrictions
A state appeals court upheld nearly $1M in fines against Stuffy’s II in Longview for defying Washington’s COVID indoor dining ban; the restaurant remains closed after an August fire.
Expect delays on eastbound SR 14 near Beacon Rock State Park for rock removal, Aug. 18
Eastbound SR 14 travelers should expect delays Aug. 18 as WSDOT and Washington State Parks crews remove hazardous rocks above the highway near Beacon Rock
Vancouver Fire responds to house fire
Vancouver Fire crews contained a blaze near NE 70th Circle that damaged a home and displaced three people and a dog; the Red Cross was called to assist.
“There’s Still Snow on Silver Star” to debut at Love Street Playhouse in Woodland
Love Street Playhouse will premiere David Bareford’s historical drama “There’s Still Snow on Silver Star,” set in early 1900s Yacolt, running Sept. 12–Oct. 5.
WA Republicans confident they can retake 3rd Congressional District seat
A WAGOP poll shows Marie Gluesenkamp Perez trailing multiple GOP challengers, with John Braun the first to announce a 2026 run for Washington’s 3rd District seat.
Expect delays on I-5 in Clark County for annual bridge inspections Aug. 18-21
WSDOT will close lanes on I-5 in Clark County Aug. 18–21 for annual East Fork Lewis River bridge inspections; drivers should expect delays.
Opinion: Dire warning to PDX City Council about $10B bridge project that’s doomed
Lars Larson warns that hidden cost estimates could push the I-5 Bridge replacement over $10B, citing ODOT’s history of overruns and lack of funding.
Football is family and family is football in La Center
La Center’s John and Kerry Lambert enter their 27th season leading Wildcats football, focusing on building young leaders while making the sport a family commitment.
Opinion: How many illegal voters are registered to vote in WA state?
Bill Bruch cites reports of inaccuracies in Washington’s voter rolls and calls for passing IL26-126 to require proof of citizenship for voter registration.
POLL: Do you support a third Columbia River bridge without light rail or tolls?
Poll asks whether a toll-free, no–light rail East County Bridge should move forward as a practical alternative to the $7. 5 billion I-5 Bridge replacement.
New Congressional District 3 poll shows Republicans will win
A WAGOP-commissioned poll shows Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez trailing John Braun, Heidi St. John, and Jim Walsh in potential 2026 matchups for Washington’s 3rd District.
Opinion: Off the rails 2
The Antiplanner highlights Senator Joni Ernst’s report on rail and transit megaprojects, citing massive cost overruns, delays, and questionable necessity.
Opinion: Riding the right way in traffic
Doug Dahl warns cyclists that riding against traffic is dangerous and illegal, increasing fatal crash risk fourfold compared to riding with traffic.
Letter: ‘I think most of the Democrats in the state legislature know how to read’
Bob Zak criticizes new gun purchase restrictions in Washington, urging conservatives to fight to restore the constitutional right to bear arms.
Public Health issues warning for Round Lake due to elevated toxin levels
Clark County Public Health issued a warning for Round Lake after tests showed elevated cyanotoxins; Vancouver Lake remains under a danger advisory.
Raptors say thank you for another summer of baseball, look forward to 2026
Ridgefield Raptors GM Gus Farah says strong community ties and fan support made 2025 a success despite a tough schedule and missing the playoffs, with eyes already on 2026.
Opinion: ‘The obvious conclusion is to take a simpler, more affordable first step to improving our regional transportation issues’
Ken Vance urges support for the East County Bridge, a toll-free alternative to costly I-5 plans, citing past voter approval and faster, more affordable congestion relief without light rail.