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Opinion: Washington’s paramount duty to public education
Dick Rylander & Larry Roe discuss Washington’s constitutional duty to fully fund K-12 education and the ongoing challenges in meeting that requirement.
Letter: Gadflies unite!
Shauna Walters responds to IBR’s Greg Johnson calling project opponents “gadflies” and urges continued opposition to costly light rail plans.
Bill dubbed by critics as the ‘initiative killer’ passed out of Senate committee
A bill critics call the “initiative killer,” SB 5382, has passed a Washington Senate committee, raising concerns about voter rights and signature verification requirements.
Rep. John Ley bill to assist the construction industry by easing restrictions on aggregate and asphalt materials receives committee approval
House Bill 1857, introduced by Rep. John Ley, aims to ease restrictions on asphalt and aggregate materials, reducing construction costs and supporting infrastructure projects.
Expect morning commute delays on northbound and southbound I-5 in Clark County Thursday
Expect delays on I-5 near Woodland, La Center, and Ridgefield Thursday morning as WSDOT crews conduct rolling slowdowns for tree removal work.
Washougal Early Learning enrollment now open
Washougal School District’s free early learning programs, including Transition to Kindergarten and Developmental Preschool, are now open for 2025-26 enrollment.
Local school bus driver appeals to National Labor Relations Board to end ‘Merger Doctrine’
Battle Ground bus driver challenges union merger blocking vote to end forced dues.
DOGE says it has saved taxpayers $55 billion so far
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency reports $55 billion in taxpayer savings through federal budget cuts and efficiency measures.
Opinion: Part 1 – Basic education in Washington state; A primer
Dick Rylander and Larry Roe provide an overview of Washington’s constitutional obligations and funding structure for K-12 education.
Letter: Thinking about purchasing Long-Term Care Insurance?
Anna Miller of Camas shares her experience with long-term care insurance, highlighting unexpected premium hikes and policy changes.
County Council releases $1 million for Down Payment Assistance Program for first-time homebuyers
Clark County re-launches its Down Payment Assistance Program, offering up to $60,000 in aid for first-time homebuyers who meet eligibility requirements.
Education Committee approves Rep. Stephanie McClintock’s bipartisan bill to assess why students are leaving public schools
A bipartisan bill from Rep. Stephanie McClintock aims to survey parents on why students are leaving public schools, aiming to improve student retention and education policies.
Letter: ‘Another day, another bad bill’
Julia Dawn Seaver critiques HB 1399, warning it could eliminate protections for incarcerated women by making jails and prisons co-ed.
Opinion: The Marxist Blueprint – Everywhere you look
Nancy Churchill explores the Marxist Blueprint, a framework influencing politics, culture, and governance, reshaping belief systems and expanding government power.
High school basketball: Lauren Hood steps up her game, helps Camas keep state streak alive
Sophomore Lauren Hood has stepped up for the Camas Papermakers, helping the defending state champions secure another trip to the state tournament.
Hundreds rally at Capitol to protect parental rights: ‘Enough is enough’
Hundreds rallied at the Washington State Capitol in Olympia to defend parental rights, opposing legislative efforts to modify Initiative 2081.
Opinion: Grading Washington’s education system results
Vicki Murray examines Washington’s declining student proficiency rates despite increased education spending, highlighting the growth of alternative education options.
Opinion: Cut costs on I-5 Bridge replacement project
Margaret Tweet discusses the rising costs of the I-5 Bridge replacement project, highlighting concerns about light rail funding and congestion relief.