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Opinion: Is the cheap fast-food burger a thing of the past?
Opinion

Opinion: Is the cheap fast-food burger a thing of the past?

Mark Harmsworth argues that rising minimum wages and B&O tax increases are driving higher food prices and squeezing low-income consumers and small businesses across Washington state.

Dec 12, 2025

Opinion: Blood on the highways fails to move Ferguson and Kotek
Opinion

Opinion: Blood on the highways fails to move Ferguson and Kotek

Lars Larson criticizes Washington and Oregon governors over licensing policies he says are linked to deadly truck crashes and ongoing highway safety risks.

Dec 12, 2025

Letter: ‘When we curtail one group’s rights we leave open the door to losing our rights too’
Opinion

Letter: ‘When we curtail one group’s rights we leave open the door to losing our rights too’

Camas resident Anthony Teso argues that constitutional protections apply to immigrants and warns that limiting one group’s rights risks undermining everyone’s civil liberties.

Dec 12, 2025

POLL: Do you agree that enforcing U.S. immigration laws is not an act of racism?
Opinion

POLL: Do you agree that enforcing U.S. immigration laws is not an act of racism?

This poll asks readers whether enforcing U. S. immigration laws should be viewed as a lawful responsibility rather than an act of racism.

Dec 11, 2025

Thousands under evacuation orders, as floodwaters crest in Washington rivers
News

Thousands under evacuation orders, as floodwaters crest in Washington rivers

Thousands of Washington residents have been ordered to evacuate as rivers crest amid heavy rain, with officials warning of catastrophic flooding and seeking federal disaster assistance.

Dec 11, 2025

C-TRAN Board pays tribute to the late Molly Coston
People

C-TRAN Board pays tribute to the late Molly Coston

The C-TRAN Board of Directors honored the life and legacy of Molly Coston, remembering her leadership, compassion, and service to Washougal and the region.

Dec 11, 2025

Opinion: Should taxpayers walkout?
Opinion

Opinion: Should taxpayers walkout?

Lars Larson argues that student walkouts and absenteeism in public schools raise questions about accountability for taxpayers who fund the education system.

Dec 11, 2025

Target Zero honors traffic safety champions at the Night of 1000 Stars Ceremony
Community News

Target Zero honors traffic safety champions at the Night of 1000 Stars Ceremony

Target Zero will recognize law enforcement, community leaders, and organizations for their commitment to traffic safety at the Night of 1000 Stars Ceremony, followed by enhanced DUI patrols in Clar…

Dec 11, 2025

Opposing statements sought for Feb. 10, 2026 ballot measures
Politics

Opposing statements sought for Feb. 10, 2026 ballot measures

The Clark County Elections Office is seeking registered voters to write opposing statements for two local school district propositions ahead of the February 10, 2026 special election.

Dec 11, 2025

Opinion: Too deep to drive – flooded roads
Opinion

Opinion: Too deep to drive – flooded roads

Doug Dahl explains why even shallow water on roadways can be dangerous for drivers and outlines the risks of hydroplaning and driving through floodwaters.

Dec 11, 2025

Opinion: A warning to Washington – The ‘Minnesota Model’ of fraud has arrived
Opinion

Opinion: A warning to Washington – The ‘Minnesota Model’ of fraud has arrived

Yacolt resident Mark Rose warns that Washington’s grant pass-through system mirrors the failures behind Minnesota’s Feeding Our Future fraud scandal and urges stronger oversight before taxpayers fa…

Dec 11, 2025

‘Historic’ flooding prompts WA governor to declare emergency
News

‘Historic’ flooding prompts WA governor to declare emergency

Gov. Bob Ferguson has declared a statewide emergency as an atmospheric river drives “historic” flooding, with rivers surging toward record levels and major evacuations planned in Skagit County.

Dec 10, 2025

Voting by mail faces uncertain moment ahead of midterm elections
Politics

Voting by mail faces uncertain moment ahead of midterm elections

With a Supreme Court case looming and states tightening deadlines, voting by mail faces new legal and political uncertainty ahead of next year’s midterm elections.

Dec 10, 2025

Opinion: Olympia’s mandate and your power bill
Opinion

Opinion: Olympia’s mandate and your power bill

Columnist Nancy Churchill argues that Washington’s clean energy law created an unfunded mandate on rural utilities and says HB 1903 would shift low‑income energy aid to a statewide program.

Dec 10, 2025

Clark County road closures and storm response information, Dec. 9-10
Community News

Clark County road closures and storm response information, Dec. 9-10

Clark County Public Works is updating road and park closures as heavy rain and wind bring flooding and hazards to areas across the county.

Dec 10, 2025

Vancouver hosts Muddy Boots Tour of grounds that will become the Bridge Shelter
News

Vancouver hosts Muddy Boots Tour of grounds that will become the Bridge Shelter

Vancouver hosted a “Muddy Boots Tour” of the future Bridge Shelter site Wednesday, showing supporters early construction work on the 120-bed campus set to open in fall 2026.

Dec 10, 2025

C-TRAN takes no action on Board Composition Review Committee’s directive
Transportation

C-TRAN takes no action on Board Composition Review Committee’s directive

After a long executive session, the C‑TRAN board took no action on a 4‑3‑2 board composition proposal that has divided Vancouver, Clark County and the small cities.

Dec 10, 2025

Opinion: Fast food jobs at risk with high minimum wages
Opinion

Opinion: Fast food jobs at risk with high minimum wages

Policy analyst Sam Cardwell argues California’s $20 fast-food minimum wage has cost thousands of jobs and warns other states against similar hikes.

Dec 10, 2025