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Ridgefield School District to host annual surplus equipment sale
The Ridgefield School District is holding a sale of surplus equipment and supplies, including furniture, books, computers, and more, on June 30th, at the RACC gym, with all items sold as-is.
POLL: Should Washington voters have the opportunity to Reject ESSB 5599?
Should Washington voters have the opportunity to Reject ESSB 5599?
IBR successes and challenges after three and a half years
The Interstate Bridge Replacement (IBR) project faces both successes, such as securing significant funding and approval for light rail as the transit component, and challenges, including the lack o…
Opinion: Voters deserve the opportunity to ‘Reject 5599’
Clark County Today Editor Ken Vance believes Washington lawmakers need to get out of the parenting business.
Opinion: ‘Put tolling in front of voters’
Long-time Clark County citizen and journalist Marvin Case shares his thoughts on tolling and light rail.
Class of 2023: Mountain View student-athletes willing to serve
It turns out that Air Force Academy recruits Kyle Chen and Jacob Martin will not be teammates in college football, but they will forever be linked as Mountain View High School students and leaders…
Study: Washington state has the strongest economy in the U.S.
Washington state ranks first in the nation for its economy, boasting a high employment rate, strong innovation potential, and a large number of exports, according to a study by WalletHub.
Applications for 2023 Eviction Prevention Rental Assistance Program funds available June 12
Clark County Community Services is accepting applications for prevention assistance programs, with approximately $4.3 million available each fiscal year in 2024 and 2025, and at least 10% of the fu…
Safe Routes to School project brings shared-use path to Vancouver this summer
Safe Routes to School funding will facilitate the construction of a new shared-use path and a HAWK pedestrian signal on State Route 500, enhancing safety for families walking, biking, or rolling to…
As weather heats up, Rep. Peter Abbarno warns swimmers of deadly cold-water shock risk
Rep. Peter Abbarno warns swimmers about the deadly risk of cold-water shock in Washington’s waterways during hot temperatures, advocating for awareness and the implementation of “Zack’s Law” to pre…
Washington tells residents to prepare for fire season
Washington’s Department of Natural Resources is urging residents to prepare for an increasingly severe fire season due to climate change, as the state has already experienced 375 fires burning 1,27…
High school football: Mountain View’s new coach all about community in his new community
Aaron Hart, who started the football program for the Lincoln Lynx in Seattle, has been hired to take over the well established program at Mountain View.
County implements warm weather burn ban beginning Thursday
Clark County has implemented a ban on land clearing and residential burning until further notice due to recent fires and an abundance of caution, although recreational fires will still be allowed.…
Opinion: Cost of Washington’s CO2 tax jumps to 45 cents per gallon
Todd Myers of the Washington Policy Center says more government spending probably only carves up the pie of how CO2 emissions are reduced, but it won’t change the size of the pie.
Vancouver Fire Marshal issues recreational burn ban
Vancouver implements total ban on recreational burning due to dry conditions, with violations subject to citations and fines. Ban will likely remain in effect throughout the summer months or until…
Summer Chinook salmon, sockeye, and steelhead fishing on sections of the Columbia River opens June 16
Summer salmon and steelhead fishing on the Columbia River in Washington state will be open from June 16 to July 31, with higher forecasted returns compared to the previous year, according to the Wa…
Southwest Washington Regional Basic Law Enforcement Academy first class dates announced
The Clark County Sheriff’s Office celebrates the establishment of the Southwest Washington Regional Basic Law Enforcement Academy, which will offer local law enforcement agencies the opportunity to…
Council for the Homeless releases 2023 Point in Time Count data
The 2023 Point in Time Count reveals an increase in homelessness in Clark County, despite an increase in emergency shelter capacity, attributed to factors such as a lack of affordable housing and l…