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High school sports: Columbia River boys soccer wins state; and locals win track and field titles
Clark County athletes and teams took part in thrilling championship performances to close out the 2025 high school sports season.
An alternative to light rail
Kirk VanGelder, a local expert in automotive technology, believes autonomous vehicles will make light rail obsolete and should be the focus of future transit investments.
Opinion: ‘Politics are overriding common sense’ when it comes to the I-5 Bridge replacement project
Clark County Today Editor Ken Vance details Rep. John Ley’s concerns about the I-5 Bridge replacement project, including allegations of light rail funding fraud and the potential impact on Washingt…
Opinion: A century later, Washington state fails parental rights
Vicki Murray argues HB 1296 dismantles Washington’s parental-rights law and expands state control over schools, ignoring a century-old Supreme Court ruling that children aren’t “creatures of the st…
Opinion: Washington’s 2025 legislative session doubled down on a decade of decline
Washington Policy Center analyst Todd Myers argues Gov. Ferguson’s first session continued a decade-long trend of higher taxes and bigger budgets while basic state services still falter.
Benthic algae mats in Columbia River pose risks to people, pets
Clark County Public Health warns river users to watch for benthic algae mats—recently spotted at Cottonwood Beach—that can release toxins lethal to pets and harmful to people.
Letter: Clark County must hit pause on climate planning until we ask the most important question
Clark County native Bill Black urges officials to pause climate-planning work until the county formally decides whether climate change is a “significant local threat,” as required by HB 1181.
Chat with champions: Skyview softball celebrates journey to state championship
Skyview’s 10-senior Storm squad capped a 95-8 four-year run by winning the 4A title, embracing their legacy as champions and role models for younger athletes.
Clark County begins forest stewardship thinning project at Spud Mountain
Clark County will selectively thin 30 percent of Spud Mountain’s forest this summer, improving forest health while supplying local timber markets and supporting salmon-habitat restoration.
Raptors and their fans celebrate the start of 2025 season
Ridgefield fans packed the RORC on opening night, celebrating the return of summer baseball despite a 9-2 loss to the Cowlitz Black Bears.
High school sports: La Center baseball celebrating historic run to final four
La Center High School’s baseball team has reached the final four of the Class 1A state tournament for the first time in school history.
Vancouver launching streamlined ePermit system to improve customer experience and accessibility
Vancouver’s new Online Permit Center goes live June 4, giving residents a faster, mobile-friendly way to apply for permits and pay fees.
Expect delays on SR 500 in Camas for pavement repairs Sunday, June 1
The Washington State Department of Transportation will close eastbound SR 500 in Camas on Sunday, June 1, from 7:30 a. m. to 4 p. to grind out damaged pavement and inlay new asphalt, with flaggers…
Public Health offers tips for staying safe as swim season approaches
Clark County Public Health reminds residents that cold, fast-moving lakes and rivers can be dangerous and offers practical tips—from wearing life jackets to checking water-quality advisories—to sta…
Vancouver to host free music, movies and more this summer in Vancouver
Vancouver Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services will offer free concerts, movies, and family-friendly festivals all summer long to help the community celebrate art, culture and the outdoors.
POLL: Would you choose autonomous vehicles or light rail for your commute?
In this week’s Clark County Today poll, readers weigh in on whether they’d choose autonomous vehicles or light rail for their commute.
County Elections office closed Friday, June 6, for construction project
The Clark County Elections Office will be closed to business on Friday, June 6, due to construction activities related to the remodel of the building and will reopen Monday, June 9.
Fish mobile food pantry rolls out with new tires and renewed commitment to fight hunger
FISH of Vancouver’s mobile pantry has received new tires from Les Schwab’s Tires for Purpose program, enabling the vehicle to continue serving underserved communities across Clark County.