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Our Community Salutes those who have enlisted in the military
The Our Community Salutes event at Skyview High School honored more than 60 local enlistees preparing to serve in the U. S. military.
POLL: Should the I-5 Bridge project be paused over cost and bidding concerns?
Clark County Today’s weekly poll asks whether the I-5 Bridge replacement should be paused as questions grow around rising costs and a lack of competitive bids.
Opinion: TriMet contract: MAX vehicles cost $4.5 million
Rep. John Ley examines TriMet’s MAX vehicle purchases, arguing most were replacements and not connected to the bridge project.
Clark County Sheriff’s Office releases May 7 critical incident video
Clark County Sheriff’s Office has released body-worn camera video from a deadly May 7 incident, now under state investigation.
Journey Theater presents The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
Journey Theater is bringing Tom Sawyer to life in Battle Ground with performances running May 30 through June 7.
Last chance to sign up for next week’s Clark County Republican Women dinner
Today is the last day to register for next week’s dinner event featuring speaker Katy Faust, hosted by the Clark County Republican Women.
Opinion: 18th District Sen. Adrian Cortes explains positions on legislation he voted on
Dick Rylander shares responses from Sen. Adrian Cortes about his votes and reasoning on major legislation this session.
Kindergarten orientations happening soon for Battle Ground Public Schools
Battle Ground schools are holding kindergarten orientations this month for families enrolling students for fall 2025.
Expect delays on I-5 near Woodland for bridge inspection, May 18
WSDOT will close a lane of southbound I-5 near Woodland on May 18 for a safety inspection.
Foundation for VPS breaks ground on new building to support technical trades at Fort Vancouver High School with the Ed and Dollie Lynch Fund
The Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools held a groundbreaking ceremony for a donor-funded technical trades center at Fort Vancouver High School.
Don’t leave tax dollars on the table; learn about property tax exemptions at May 23 and June 6 events in Vancouver
The Clark County Assessor’s Office will host two events in Vancouver to help eligible residents apply for property tax relief.
Camas-Washougal Chamber of Commerce to hold annual award banquet
The Camas-Washougal Chamber of Commerce will honor its 2025 award winners — Ken Cline and Stephanie O’Dell — at a June 3 banquet open to the public.
Opinion: ‘I’m more than just a little skeptical that IBR officials are doing everything they can to limit the cost of this project’
Ken Vance shares his concerns over rising costs and limited contractor interest in the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program.
Director of Washington Parents Network to speak Sunday night at Washougal church
David Spring of the Washington Parents Network will speak May 18 at Bethel Community Church in Washougal on alleged violations of parental rights in Washington schools.
Clark County settles wrongful shooting lawsuit for $3.5 million
Clark County will pay $3. 5 million to the family of Jenoah Donald following a fatal officer-involved shooting during a 2021 traffic stop.
No tax on tips, child tax credit and business tax cuts survive in big House GOP bill
The U. S. House Ways and Means Committee passed a major GOP tax bill including cuts for businesses, temporary no-tax-on-tips benefits, and adjustments to the child tax credit.
Letter: ‘IBR has relied on this video to instill fear in the public and government officials to promote the construction of a new bridge’
Bob Ortblad questions IBR’s use of a seismic video and urges a shift toward tunnel alternatives in this critical letter to the editor.
Vancouver City Council approves $11.15 million to help create or preserve 330 affordable rental homes
Vancouver City Council has approved $11. 5 million in housing funds to support 330 affordable homes for seniors, families, and vulnerable residents.