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Florida teens credited for averting school shooting plot in Washington state
Two Florida teenagers are credited with preventing a possible school shooting in Kennewick, Washington, after they reported a TikTok video that detailed a plan targeting Kamiakin High School. Their…
POLL: Should the League of Women Voters have canceled the Charter Review Commission panel when only one side agreed to participate?
This week’s Clark County Today poll asks whether the League of Women Voters should have canceled its Charter Review Commission panel after only one political side agreed to participate, sparking de…
The Study of Sports Podcast, Oct. 10, 2025: The costs of attending high school sports, grass football fields, our favorite coaches growing up, and of course Mariners talk
In this episode of The Study of Sports, host Paul Valencia of Clark County Today joins sports administrators Tony Liberatore and Cale Piland to talk high school ticket prices, the debate over natur…
La Center High School dedicates its new skilled trades center
La Center High School celebrated the opening of its new Douglas C. Greene Skilled Trades Center, joining several Clark County schools in expanding hands-on learning opportunities for students inter…
Opinion: OSPI scrubs website of key data
Todd Myers of the Washington Policy Center criticizes OSPI for removing key student achievement data from its website, arguing that the lack of transparency makes it harder to hold officials accoun…
Opinion: ‘Failing teachers unions demand bigger paychecks’
Lars Larson criticizes teachers unions in Oregon and Washington, arguing that higher pay and spending have failed to improve student performance, while states like Mississippi show better results t…
Opinion: Headlights are good all the time
Target Zero Manager Doug Dahl explores why headlights aren’t required at all times and highlights data showing how daytime lighting can prevent crashes and save lives.
Letter: ‘Battle Ground schools deserve a leader who will put students first’
Ashley Wilde shares her support for Lorri Sibley in the Battle Ground School Board race, praising Sibley’s dedication, transparency, and decades of leadership in education.
Woodland School District welcomes Officer Roberto Cuneta as new school resource officer
Officer Roberto Cuneta joins Woodland School District as its first School Resource Officer, strengthening safety and connections between students, staff, and law enforcement.
Opinion: ‘They are only protecting the ones who have caused all the damage’
Ken Vance criticizes Portland’s leadership for allowing downtown to deteriorate through years of progressive and anti-law enforcement policies, while business leaders warn of deep economic troubles.
‘One-sided’ panel discussion irks conservative candidates for Charter Review Commission
Conservative candidates for the Charter Review Commission criticized a recent League of Women Voters panel as one-sided, while organizers say all political viewpoints were invited to participate.
VFD responds to metal scrap fire at Vancouver port
More than 40 firefighters from Vancouver Fire Department and Clark County Fire District 6 worked through the night to contain a large metal scrap fire at the Port of Vancouver.
Nearly three dozen attacks on Let’s Go WA signature gatherers sparks draft legislation
Sen. Jeff Wilson, R-Longview, is drafting legislation after reports of dozens of attacks on Let’s Go Washington signature gatherers, proposing “no-protest zones” and tougher penalties for interfere…
Opinion: Gov. Ferguson signed an executive order that will increase the cost of public construction projects
Mark Harmsworth argues that Gov. Bob Ferguson’s new executive order mandating Project Labor Agreements will raise costs, restrict competition, and sideline most of Washington’s construction workforce.
MVHS Jazz Band set to perform at prestigious Midwest Clinic in Chicago
Mountain View High School’s Jazz Band I was selected to perform at the 79th Annual Midwest Clinic in Chicago, a major honor recognizing student musicians’ excellence and dedication.
Commission on Aging to discuss county’s Tax Exemption Program at October meeting
Clark County’s Commission on Aging will host an Oct. 15 meeting to review the Tax Exemption Program for seniors and people with disabilities, with staff from the Assessor’s Office presenting details.
Greater Vancouver Chamber opens registration for the 2026 National Civics Bee
The Greater Vancouver Chamber is accepting essays for the 2026 National Civics Bee, inviting middle school students to explore civics, propose community solutions, and compete for prizes and recogn…
Meet the Moment to honor Charlie Kirk scheduled for Oct. 14
Club America, powered by Turning Point USA, will host a “Meet the Moment” showcase Oct. 14 in Vancouver to honor Charlie Kirk and inspire young people to get involved in civic leadership.