Browse everything
Every published Clark County Today story. Filter by topic, place or month — the address bar keeps your filters, so any view is easy to share.
POLL: If a sub-district is created, what area should it include?
Clark County residents are asked where a potential C-TRAN sub-district should be drawn if voters are asked to fund light rail operations and maintenance costs.
Trump Education Department bolsters protections for prayer in schools
The U.S. Department of Education issued new guidance reinforcing individual prayer rights in public schools while reiterating limits on school-sponsored religious activity.
Opinion: Washingtonians want affordability, not more taxes, according to our recent survey
Rep. John Ley shares results from a legislative survey showing affordability concerns and opposition to new taxes among respondents, while outlining Republican priorities in Olympia.
Washougal City Council appoints David L. Szyplinski to fill Position 5
The Washougal City Council appointed David L. Szyplinski to fill the vacant Position 5 seat following the death of longtime council member and former mayor Molly Coston.
Opinion: Schumer insults black Americans with ‘Jim Crow 2.0’ comment
Lars Larson argues that Democratic opposition to the SAVE Act contradicts voter support for photo ID requirements and unfairly characterizes minority voters.
CCRW to host dinner event featuring Charter Review Commission members
The Clark County Republican Women will host a Feb. 12 dinner event focused on the work of the County Charter Review Commission, featuring multiple commission members.
Letter: PDX activists flood Clark County Council over anti-ICE resolution
Rob Anderson argues that organized Portland-based activist groups dominated public comment at a Clark County Council meeting to pressure councilors over an anti-ICE resolution.
Opinion: Moving the ball down the field
Nancy Churchill argues that while HB 2221 will not advance this session, the public hearing marked meaningful progress by opening dialogue, building relationships, and advancing science-based wildl…
A sub-district vote could be a way to go to pay O&M costs associated with light rail
Clark County Council members heard details on how a voter-approved C-TRAN sub-district could be created to fund long-term operations and maintenance costs for light rail tied to a new Interstate Br…
Speculation on Seahawks’ sale heats up following proposed WA ‘jock tax’
Speculation about a potential Seahawks sale has intensified amid debate over a proposed Washington income tax that would apply to high-earning athletes and performers.
Gov. Ferguson rejects WA lawmakers’ initial crack at income tax legislation
Gov. Bob Ferguson said he cannot support the Legislature’s initial income tax proposal, arguing it fails to return enough revenue to Washington residents for tax relief.
Opinion: Washington’s proposed income tax – driving businesses and jobs out of the state
Mark Harmsworth argues that Washington’s proposed income tax would undermine the state’s economy by driving businesses, investment, and jobs elsewhere.
House Environment and Energy Committee unanimously approves legislation from Rep. John Ley
The House Environment and Energy Committee unanimously advanced Rep. John Ley’s bill updating regulations on naturally occurring fibrous silicate materials used in construction.
Mitchell Kelly announces candidacy for Clark County auditor
Mitchell Kelly announced his candidacy for Clark County auditor, citing nearly a decade of experience in the Auditor’s Office and a focus on election integrity and financial transparency.
Opinion: Let’s use the truancy laws to send a message to schools
Lars Larson argues that truancy laws should be enforced when schools allow or encourage students to miss class for political protests.
Opinion: WA GOP state representative asking Trump Administration to investigate fraud allegations
Bill Bruch argues that state and federal authorities should investigate alleged fraud and accountability failures in Washington’s taxpayer-subsidized childcare programs.
Opinion: Democrats refuse to condemn anti ICE riots
Lars Larson argues that Democratic leaders in Oregon and Washington have enabled unrest by refusing to clearly condemn riots tied to anti-ICE protests.
City of Washougal seeks applicants for Planning Commission vacancies
The city of Washougal is accepting applications to fill two Planning Commission vacancies, with a deadline of 5 p.m. on Feb. 20, 2026.