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Vancouver philanthropists Gary and Christine Rood gift $33 million to Friends of the Children
Historic gift will provide thousands more youth with a paid, professional mentor for 12+ years and establish a National Center of Excellence.
Rep. Paul Harris takes oath of office, begins 13th year in the Legislature
For the next two years, Harris will continue to serve as the House Republican Caucus Chair and will be a part of four House committees.
Letter: Citizen activist ‘is nothing less than an asset to us all’
Vancouver resident NC Zepeda responds to Jan. 3 letter to the editor by Wynn Grcich.
Intermittent nighttime lane closures on southbound I-5 and I-205 in Clark County, Jan. 10
WSDOT contractor will close lanes of southbound I-5 and I-205 while they remove samples from the newly installed concrete panels along the interstates.
Vancouver City Council votes to endorse Proposition 3
On Monday (Jan. 9), Vancouver City Council unanimously approved a resolution expressing support for Proposition 3, the Affordable Housing Levy which is on the ballot for the Feb. 14 Special Election.
Washington schools Superintendent Reykdal defends tracking of $3 billion in federal aid
A report notes that OSPI has not yet established a process to measure outcomes of ESSER spending and there is insufficient state-level detail to identify how much money is being spent.
Commentary: When Damar Hamlin went down, Americans didn’t turn to atheism
Michael Brown notes: At times of crisis in our culture, ‘prayer is welcomed rather than ridiculed.’
Opinion: State house speaker expresses support for removing state barriers to work
Todd Myers of the Washington Policy Center believes legislators should strengthen House Bill 1009 so that the promise of reducing barriers to access into the workforce is realized
Opinion: ODOT is gassed up and ready to go on tolling
ODOT is gassed up and ready to go with tolling, but they have no idea where they’re going or what they’ll do once they get there.
County kicks off growth plan update due to the state by mid-2025
Clark County Community Planning is starting the process of updating the local Comprehensive Growth Management Plan, as required by the state’s Growth Management Act
Kevin Waters takes oath of office, sworn in as state representative in 17th District
Waters was elected in November and takes the seat previously held by former Rep. Vicki Kraft, R-Vancouver.
Opinion: What can I do to influence lawmakers?
In her weekly column, Nancy Churchill discusses ways citizens can become involved in lawmaking.
Stephanie McClintock sworn into Washington State House of Representatives
McClintock is taking the seat of former Rep. Brandon Vick who decided not to seek reelection.
TEAM High School student volunteers to use horses to offer rehabilitation therapy to people with disabilities
Through occupational therapy clinic, Hope Batchelder offers people with disabilities therapy using horseback riding and horse care.
Rep. Greg Cheney takes oath of office, will serve on four House committees
Rep. Greg Cheney was sworn into office Monday as one of two new state representatives for the 18th Legislative District. He replaces former Rep. Larry Hoff, who did not run for reelection.
Several pre-filed bills in Olympia relate to gun rights
Bills propose to add liability to firearms manufacturers, create a license to purchase a firearm (separate from a concealed carry license), restricting the sale of semi-automatic rifles.
Washington Senate Republican leaders detail plans, hopes for 2023 legislative session
How far Republicans get with their agenda during this year’s 105-day session remains to be seen, given Democrats retain control of both chambers of the Legislature.
GoFundMe Spotlight: Community rallies around two families in need
Two GoFundMe accounts that were set up just recently have already raised more than $55,000 for two families dealing with tragedy and medical expenses.