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Higher flow releases begin Tuesday from Merwin Dam
PacifiCorp to increase downstream flows from Swift Reservoir for dam safety work, resulting in temporary closure of boat ramp and increased water flow until mid-September.
Vancouver Fire Marshal’s Office receives $207K federal grant for Project Home Safe
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded the city of Vancouver’s Fire Marshal’s Office a $207,000 fire prevention and safety grant.
Public Health lifts advisory at Vancouver Lake after water quality improves
Clark County Public Health has lifted the warning advisory for Vancouver Lake due to improved water quality and reduced toxin levels, while advising continued caution for potential harmful algae pr…
Board of Health seeks applicants for variety of Public Health Advisory Council positions
The Clark County Board of Health is seeking applicants for seven positions representing various community and professional groups on the volunteer Public Health Advisory Council.
Ridgefield Police Department seeks public’s help locating missing person
The Ridgefield Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating Krieg Olaf Kjer, who was last heard from at 7 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 24.
Washington state gas prices up 32% since the beginning of the year
Washington’s fuel prices rise, but California maintains its lead with a 20-cent per gallon difference; Washington’s current average is $5.08 while California’s is $5.28, even as the national averag…
Construction on Highway 99 water quality project beginning Sunday
Construction for a water quality project along Northeast Highway 99 in Vancouver, including stormwater treatment basins and downstream system improvements, will cause delays and lane closures, but…
James Woods issues dire warning: ‘They want you in invisible chains’
Hollywood star James Woods warns of invisible societal chains imposed by global powers through technological advancements and pandemic-related restrictions, urging resistance against encroachments…
WA Dept. of Health asking people to roll up their sleeves to end blood shortage
The Washington State Department of Health is trying to head off a blood shortage this summer by partnering with the Northwest Blood Coalition to urge more blood donations.
‘Complete nonsense’: Americans mobilizing to fight surging wave of COVID hysteria 2.0
As Joe Biden and liberal corporate and social media ramp up their talk about masking up and a new COVID booster-shot campaign, conservatives are bracing for a new wave of COVID hysteria.
Two months of critical bridge deck repairs on northbound I-5 near Woodland begins Sept. 8
Travelers on northbound Interstate 5 near Woodland should brace for two months of substantial delays and lane reductions due to bridge repair work, with Friday evenings expected to experience over…
County convening Camp Bonneville Advisory Group Aug. 30
Clark County Public Works, Parks and Lands division, is convening an advisory group of local residents to review the cleanup actions at Camp Bonneville
Hough Elementary dedicates first-ever futsal court in Vancouver Public Schools
Hough Elementary unveils new futsal court, providing students and community access to soccer fun and fitness.
Battle Ground schools open Wednesday
While their neighbors in the Evergreen and Camas school districts face school closures, families in the Battle Ground School District will be sending their students to school Wednesday.
Evergreen schools closed until further notice
Teachers in the Evergreen School District will begin their own work stoppage Wednesday (Aug. 30), the first day students were scheduled to attend classes.
Camas teachers’ strike continues
As the teacher’s strike in the Camas School District continued on its second day, there was no reported progress in the stalemate between the district and its teachers.
Columbia Gardens community holds official grand opening
Columbia Gardens features 124 two-, three-, or four-bedroom units, all affordable housing, that is now open in east Vancouver.
Pedestrian fatality on railroad bridge in Woodland area
The Cowlitz County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a pedestrian fatality on a railroad bridge in the Woodland area. A witness indicated that the person was hit while attempting to save a dog, whi…