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Legislators attack parent’s rights in the dead of the night
Washington legislators passed HB-1296, sparking controversy over parents’ rights and school transparency in the education system.
School Board in Eastern Washington asks feds to intervene over OSPI gender policy mandates
The Mead School Board is calling for federal intervention, arguing that OSPI’s gender policy conflicts with federal law and violates recent executive orders.
Northwest Bliss Road/139th Street School Zone Safety Improvement project information session March 26
Clark County Public Works will host a March 26 information session on upcoming safety improvements along Northwest Bliss Road/139th Street.
Commission on Aging offers opportunities to advocate for older residents and more livable communities
Clark County is seeking applicants for its Commission on Aging, offering opportunities to advocate for older residents and livable communities.
County manager launches community newsletter
Clark County Manager Kathleen Otto has launched a community newsletter providing updates on law and justice, budget matters, and ways residents can engage with local government.
Community Foundation Scholarship applications open
Applications for the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington’s 2025 scholarships are open, offering financial aid opportunities for students in Clark County and beyond.
Lilac Days 2025 & Plant Sale set for April 19 through May 11
Lilac Days 2025 at Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens celebrates its 50th anniversary with blooms, garden tours, a plant sale, and special events from April 19 to May 11.
First Clark College classes planned for Ridgefield
Clark College is expanding into Ridgefield, launching new classes at Boschma Farms in April ahead of an official Fall 2025 opening.
Opinion: School district levies – What they are and aren’t
Dick Rylander explains the complexities of school district levies, breaking down how they work, what they fund, and their impact on taxpayers.
Democrats expected to push tax hikes to fund inequitable pay raises
Senate Republicans propose the $ave Washington budget, countering Democrats’ push for tax hikes to fund pay raises, citing a more balanced fiscal approach.
Opinion: The long list of ways Washington’s Democratic legislators are pushing to raise taxes
Nancy Churchill critiques Washington Democrats’ push for tax increases, highlighting major legislative proposals that could impact residents.
Letter: A necessary reform – Why Washington must pass HB 1399
Aia Walker urges Washington lawmakers to pass HB 1399, arguing that law enforcement leadership must be held to higher standards of accountability and professionalism.
Governor Bob Ferguson’s statement on the Governor’s Emergency Powers
Gov. Bob Ferguson announced a policy limiting emergency powers while urging the legislature to codify reforms into law.
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez provides statement on continuing resolution vote
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez opposed a partisan Continuing Resolution, citing concerns over funding cuts to key services in Southwest Washington.
House passes government funding stopgap, cutting some projects
The House passed a government funding stopgap in a 217-213 vote, cutting some non-defense programs while increasing defense and other key funding areas.
Opinion: How the legislature just voted to raise your rent
Mark Harmsworth argues that House Bill 1217 will drive up rent costs, reduce housing supply, and worsen Washington’s affordability crisis.
Opinion: Tyrants on the bench
Vincent Cavaleri warns against judicial overreach, arguing that unelected judges are reshaping democracy through unchecked power.
Letter: Big spenders need accountability
Bob Mattila of Brush Prairie calls for accountability in government spending and warns about the dangers of rising national debt.