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Making a difference: Jodi Franzman
Carolyn Schultz-Rathbun For ClarkCountyToday.com VANCOUVER — Jodi Franzman says a funny thing happened to her on the way to becoming a firefighter. Back in 2003, she was a brewer at McMenamin’s in…
How safe is the Interstate 5 bridge?
John Ley For ClarkCountyToday.com VANCOUVER — The original span of the Interstate 5 (I-5) bridge was opened in 1917. It was the first automobile bridge across the Columbia River between Washington…
Vehicle of missing Camas teen Cole Burbank found with body inside
CAMAS — On Friday evening, the 2010 Black Honda Accord (WA plates AKW3441) associated with missing Camas teen Cole Burbank was located in a shopping center parking lot in Chehalis, according to a r…
Despite passage of I-5 bridge replacement bills in Olympia, plenty of division remains over Clark County’s traffic congestion
Senate Bill 5806 received approval Monday by a vote of 44-4. It’s companion bill in the House, HB 2095, had previously passed by a similar margin and now the issue will go to the desk of Gov. Jay I…
Business leader Scott Campbell to run for Vancouver City Council position
VANCOUVER – Scott Campbell announced Friday his candidacy for Vancouver City Council, Position 1. Campbell has been a Vancouver resident since 1985, serves on many community nonprofit boards, and w…
Dragon Run/Walk to raise funds for Daybreak Elementary School students to attend outdoor school
Beth Learn For ClarkCountyToday.com BATTLE GROUND — Sending 6th graders to outdoor school when neither the school district nor the state provides funding means that parents must find the means to p…
Search continues for missing Camas teen Cole Burbank
CAMAS — Cole Burbank was reported missing by his parents on April 13. Immediately after taking the report, Camas Police began an intense investigation in the attempts to locate Cole as quickly as p…
Traffic congestion: Take a look at what the I-205 bridge did
John Ley For ClarkCountyToday.com VANCOUVER — With the Portland metropolitan area being recognized as one of the most horrible traffic nightmares in the nation, we all know we need to reduce traffi…
New members appointed to BIA Board of Directors
VANCOUVER — Five new members have been appointed to the Building Industry Association (BIA) of Clark County’s Board of Directors by 2017 President Aaron Marvin. Michael Shanaberger, VP of sales & m…
Identity Clark County appoints Keith Richards to board
VANCOUVER – The business leadership organization Identity Clark County (ICC) has appointed Keith Richards of Corwin Beverage Company to its Board of Directors, and named Elie Kassab of Prestige Dev…
ESD 112 region schools receive state’s highest honor
VANCOUVER — Eleven schools in the ESD 112 region are 2016 Washington Achievement Award winners. Given by the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction, the awards use the Washington State…
La Center Police department to hold retirement gathering for Officer Jerry Lester
LA CENTER — Members of the La Center Police Department say “La Center Officer Jerry Lester is hanging up the badge and riding off into the sunset.’’ Lester is retiring, after 24 years of service in…
Area residents can adopt a flower basket and bring color to downtown Camas
CAMAS — The Downtown Camas Association (DCA) invites area residents to adopt a flower basket to bring color and beauty to historic downtown Camas this spring. The baskets are designed to add to the…
Baked treats for people and pets support Walk/Run for the Animals
VANCOUVER — To help individuals and teams turn up the heat on their fundraising efforts, the Humane Society for Southwest Washington (HSSW) will launch the first ever Walk/Run for the Animals “Trea…
Bobbi Bjork, The Arc of Southwest Washington, Making A Difference
Carolyn Schultz-Rathbun For ClarkCountyToday.com VANCOUVER — When Bobbi Bjork thinks about a perfect day, the first thing that comes to mind is “the biggest cup of coffee.” “And,” she adds, “I have…
Short section of Northeast 99th Street closed
VANCOUVER — Construction began Monday to widen and improve a portion of Northeast 99th Street. The project will require closing Northeast 99th Street, from Northeast 117th Avenue/SR 503 to Northeas…
Nighttime detours of I-5 near La Center for bridge demolition this week
LA CENTER – Drivers who use Interstate 5 near La Center should plan for overnight delays this week. Contractor crews working for the Cowlitz Tribe will detour I-5 traffic via the La Center off- and…
Easter Sunrise Service tradition continues
BATTLE GROUND — Crisp temperatures under clear skies welcomed some faithful and enthusiastic Clark County residents who gathered Sunday morning at Lewisville Park in Battle Ground for the annual Ea…