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Empty Bowls Camas event raises $27,000 for Inter-Faith Treasure House
The 2025 Empty Bowls Camas event raised a record $27,000 for Inter-Faith Treasure House, doubling last year’s total and helping support food programs for Camas and Washougal families.
Woman arrested after standoff with police in Camas
A 31-year-old Camas woman was arrested after a 45-minute standoff with police during a domestic disturbance call. Officers say she was armed and believed to be suicidal before surrendering safely.
Clark County Council mulling a raise to the sales tax to go toward affordable housing
Clark County Council is considering a one-tenth of a percent sales tax increase to fund affordable housing, with Councilor Michelle Belkot opposing the plan unless voters approve it. A public heari…
WA Gov. Ferguson ‘skeptical’ of tax increases in 2026
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson said he’s skeptical of major new tax increases in 2026 and plans to focus on housing and road maintenance during the next legislative session.
New Hall of Famers for the PIL have Clark County ties
Five athletes with Clark County connections are among 36 being inducted into the Portland Interscholastic League Hall of Fame, including former standouts from Clark College and Vancouver residents.
Letter: ‘I hope you fill your ballots out and consider casting a vote for me’
Jacob Smith shares his reasons for seeking a position on the Evergreen School Board, highlighting his education background and plans to improve communication, student programs, and district priorit…
Battle Ground Senior Citizens proud to receive donation from 100 Women Who Care
Battle Ground Senior Citizens received more than $15,000 from 100 Women Who Care Southwest Washington, supporting programs that help local seniors stay active, connected, and valued.
County seeks applicants for Community Action Advisory Board
Clark County is seeking applicants for four positions on the Community Action Advisory Board, which helps guide funding for basic needs, housing, and self-sufficiency programs. Applications are due…
Vancouver Fire Department responds to structure fire at First Street Station Apartments
Vancouver firefighters quickly contained a blaze at the First Street Station Apartments, limiting damage to two units. All occupants were safely evacuated, and no injuries were reported.
POLL: With IBR Administrator Greg Johnson departing and transit numbers revised downward, what’s next for the I-5 Bridge project?
A new Clark County Today poll follows Greg Johnson’s announced departure and steep drops in IBR transit projections, asking readers what direction the I-5 Bridge project should take next.
Opinion: Is drinking coffee while driving too distracting?
Doug Dahl explains that while drinking coffee while driving isn’t illegal by itself, it can lead to a “dangerously distracted driving” ticket if it interferes with safe operation.
Clark College hosts Mechatronic Open House
Clark College will host a Mechatronics Open House on Nov. 10 at its Columbia Tech Center, inviting students and community members to explore careers in high-tech manufacturing and automation.