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Student mock election open for all Washington K-12 students
Secretary of State Kim Wyman announced Wednesday that the annual Student Mock Election is open from now until Nov. 5.
County seeks volunteers for Farm Advisory Committee
The committee serves as an advisory group to the Assessor in implementing assessment guidelines as established by the department for open space, farm and agricultural, and timber land VANCOUVER — T…
Vancouver Police participate in Domestic Violence Awareness month
In observance of Domestic Violence Awareness month in October, Vancouver Police Department personnel will be wearing purple ribbon lapel pins to show their support of domestic violence victims and…
Special guests honor Ridgefield’s 50 years with Cispus Outdoor School
The 50th anniversary of Cispus was honored with a resolution at the Ridgefield School Board meeting and with the proclamation of Cispus Outdoor School Week at the Ridgefield City Council meeting.
County to hold public forum for rural event venues discussion
Clark County invites residents to participate in a facilitated forum to discuss and review feedback and questions generated during a previous rural event venue forum conducted on July 31.
Grant to help ESD 112 enhance support for young children with behavior challenges
Educational Service District 112 is the recipient of a $132,073 grant to pilot a multi-tiered system of support for young learners. The one-time grant was awarded by Clark County Mental Health.
Free disposal coupons help Vancouver and Clark County residents keep leaves out of streets
Fall brings vivid colors and piles of leaves. The popular Fall Leaf Coupon Program, courtesy of city of Vancouver and Clark County Public Works, is back to help.
Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce announces 2019 Business & Leadership awards recipients
The Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce (GVCC) announced the award recipients of the 2019 Business & Leadership Awards at the Annual Dinner & Awards Recognition Ceremony Sept. 25.
CASEE students contribute to ongoing Mount St. Helens research study
Each year, 10th grade Environmental Science students from Battle Ground’s Center for Agriculture, Science and Environmental Education program venture up to Mount St. Helens for an overnight field t…
Columbia River water feature closing for the season Sept. 30
The Columbia River water feature at Vancouver Waterfront Park (695 Waterfront Way) will close for the fall and winter seasons at 8 p.m. Mon., Sept. 30.
Clark College kicks off fall quarter
Mon., Sept. 23 marked the start of the 2019 fall term at Clark College. While official numbers are not available until after the 10th day of class, the day began with 11,160 students enrolled, down…
Pumpkin art and superheroes meet for October’s First Friday in downtown Camas
Decorated pumpkins and superhero costumes will fill Downtown Camas on First Friday, Oct. 4, 5-8 p.m. Festivities will include pumpkin voting, art shows, superhero kids’ crafts and activities, photo…
Memorial Service scheduled for Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue battallion chief
Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue officials regret to announce Battalion Chief Mike Zainfeld unfortunately took his own life on Sept. 19 after battling a job-related injury incurred by occupational stress.
Price Foundation awards CCFR Firefighter’s Association funds for smoke alarms
The Price Foundation has awarded the Clark County Fire & Rescue (CCFR) Firefighters Association a grant for $7830 to replenish CCFR’s supply of smoke alarms.
Independent analysis reports Port of Vancouver USA supported more than 24,000 jobs in 2018
The Port of Vancouver USA supported more than 24,000 jobs in the region in 2018, an increase of nearly 4,000 jobs since 2014, according to an independent analysis by Martin Associates. Photo courte…
County seeks applications for Clean Water Commission
Clark County is seeking applicants for openings on the Clean Water Commission. Terms for the open positions begin January 2020 and end December 2022.
City of Vancouver launches energy-efficient LED street light upgrade
Starting late this fall, contractors for the city of Vancouver will begin upgrading 13,500 of the city’s 18,000 street lights to energy-efficient LED technology.
Ridgefield BirdFest & Bluegrass Festival to celebrate 20th anniversary
The city of Ridgefield invites area residents to join the festivities at the 20th Anniversary of BirdFest & Bluegrass on Sat., Oct. 5. Those interested can head to Ridgefield and enjoy everything t…