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Washington lawmakers seek to help fight learning loss after COVID-19 shutdowns
News

Washington lawmakers seek to help fight learning loss after COVID-19 shutdowns

Washington state is facing a pressing education crisis, worsened by the pandemic’s impact on student learning.

Jan 20, 2024

Judge rules Trump will stay on the ballot in Washington state
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Judge rules Trump will stay on the ballot in Washington state

Voters in Washington state will see Donald Trump’s name on the March 12 primary ballot as a presidential candidate.

Jan 20, 2024

Fire District 3 first responders deliver baby in fire station
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Fire District 3 first responders deliver baby in fire station

On Tuesday (Jan. 16), five firefighter/EMT/paramedics were on duty when a woman in labor arrived at Station 35 in Battle Ground with her husband.

Jan 20, 2024

Consecutive winter storms force cancellation of critical blood drives
Community News

Consecutive winter storms force cancellation of critical blood drives

The Red Cross Cascades Region is urging people to roll up their sleeves and give blood or platelets in the days ahead after back-to-back winter storms forced the cancellation of more than 70 drives.

Jan 20, 2024

Area residents can learn about property tax exemptions at Feb. 12 and 16 events
Community News

Area residents can learn about property tax exemptions at Feb. 12 and 16 events

The Clark County Assessor’s office property tax exemption specialists will be available to answer questions and enroll property owners in the county’s property tax relief program at an upcoming pub…

Jan 20, 2024

County seeks applicants for Community Action Advisory Board
Community News

County seeks applicants for Community Action Advisory Board

The county manager is seeking applicants to fill several positions on the volunteer Community Action Advisory Board.

Jan 20, 2024

Letter: It’s time to end big money’s grip on our democracy
Opinion

Letter: It’s time to end big money’s grip on our democracy

Washougal resident Mark Haller reflects on the 14th anniversary of the Supreme Court’s decision in Citizens United v. FEC.

Jan 20, 2024

Letter: Do you know the consequences of drinking poison?
Opinion

Letter: Do you know the consequences of drinking poison?

Vancouver resident Wynn Grcich shares her thoughts on the dangers of fluoridated drinking water.

Jan 20, 2024

POLL: Do you support the effort of Senate Democrats to triple Washington’s 1-percent limit on annual property tax increases?
Opinion

POLL: Do you support the effort of Senate Democrats to triple Washington’s 1-percent limit on annual property tax increases?

Do you support the effort of Senate Democrats to triple Washington’s 1-percent limit on annual property tax increases?

Jan 18, 2024

Opinion: Why spend $200 million on consultants for “basically the same project”?
Opinion

Opinion: Why spend $200 million on consultants for “basically the same project”?

Joe Cortright analyzes the nearly $200 million that has already been spent on the proposed Interstate Bridge Replacement Project.

Jan 18, 2024

Washington SOS certifies student parent rights initiative, sends to Legislature
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Washington SOS certifies student parent rights initiative, sends to Legislature

The Washington Secretary of State’s Office has formally certified Initiative 2081.

Jan 18, 2024

Opinion: Senate Bill 5770 would overturn Initiative 747 passed by the voters in 2001
Opinion

Opinion: Senate Bill 5770 would overturn Initiative 747 passed by the voters in 2001

Mark Harmsworth of the Washington Policy Center says lawmakers need to get serious about housing affordability instead of hurting the homeowners and renters of Washington by arbitrarily increasing…

Jan 18, 2024

King’s Way Christian pivots to distance learning during weather event
Youth

King’s Way Christian pivots to distance learning during weather event

High school students at King’s Way Christian schools were not “off” this week during the weather event, but instead have been working remotely from home — lessons the school learned during the pand…

Jan 18, 2024

Unveiling the Untold History: Acclaimed journalist chronicles Clark County’s Railway in 2023 CCHM publication
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Unveiling the Untold History: Acclaimed journalist chronicles Clark County’s Railway in 2023 CCHM publication

In an important exploration of local history, the 2023 edition of the Clark County Historical Museum annual publication, Clark County History, delves into the narrative of the Vancouver, Klickitat,…

Jan 18, 2024

House Republicans speak out against House Bill 2030
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House Republicans speak out against House Bill 2030

House Bill 2030 would allow incarcerated murderers and rapists to serve as jurors, vote, run for office.

Jan 18, 2024

Letter: Florida’s move to Constitutional Carriage of firearms reduces crime
Opinion

Letter: Florida’s move to Constitutional Carriage of firearms reduces crime

Yacolt resident Thomas Schenk believes Washington should follow Florida’s move to Constitutional Carriage of firearms.

Jan 18, 2024

Target Zero: Battle Ground’s Cabanting-Rafael hopes to educate young drivers
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Target Zero: Battle Ground’s Cabanting-Rafael hopes to educate young drivers

Target Zero’s emphasis in January is getting the public to follow speed limits and to give safety advice to young drivers, a mission Battle Ground police officer Jeffrey Cabanting-Rafael takes seri…

Jan 17, 2024

Interactive activities during day-long Medieval Fair improves students’ retention of their Middle Ages lessons
Youth

Interactive activities during day-long Medieval Fair improves students’ retention of their Middle Ages lessons

Fourth graders at North Fork Elementary School took part in a day-long Medieval Fair capping off their study of the Middle Ages.

Jan 17, 2024