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Opinion: Another delay for higher IBR costs
Joe Cortright warns that repeated postponements in releasing the Interstate Bridge Replacement cost estimate foreshadow a final price exceeding $9 billion and place Oregon and Washington taxpayers…
Opinion: Golden opportunity for rural Washington
Nancy Churchill argues that recent Supreme Court and federal permitting reforms could revitalize rural Washington’s timber and mining communities.
Body discovered in Columbia River
A body was discovered in the Columbia River on Saturday, believed to be that of 18-year-old Franky Fred.
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.