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Opinion: ‘If they want light rail, they should be the ones who pay for it’
Clark County Today Editor Ken Vance argues that supporters of light rail tied to the I-5 Bridge replacement should bear the local cost of operating and maintaining the system through a narrowly dra…
POLL: If a sub-district is created, what area should it include?
Clark County residents are asked where a potential C-TRAN sub-district should be drawn if voters are asked to fund light rail operations and maintenance costs.
Trump Education Department bolsters protections for prayer in schools
The U.S. Department of Education issued new guidance reinforcing individual prayer rights in public schools while reiterating limits on school-sponsored religious activity.
Opinion: IBR falsely blaming inflation
Joe Cortright argues that inflation explains only a small portion of the IBR project’s cost increases and that rising consultant and staff expenses are the primary drivers.
Letter: The Interstate Bridge Replacement Program’s $141 million bribe can be better spent on sandwich steel-concrete tubes
Bob Ortblad argues that an immersed tunnel using sandwich steel-concrete tubes would be a more cost-effective alternative to the current Interstate Bridge Replacement Program design.
Opinion: Washingtonians want affordability, not more taxes, according to our recent survey
Rep. John Ley shares results from a legislative survey showing affordability concerns and opposition to new taxes among respondents, while outlining Republican priorities in Olympia.
Washougal City Council appoints David L. Szyplinski to fill Position 5
The Washougal City Council appointed David L. Szyplinski to fill the vacant Position 5 seat following the death of longtime council member and former mayor Molly Coston.
Opinion: Schumer insults black Americans with ‘Jim Crow 2.0’ comment
Lars Larson argues that Democratic opposition to the SAVE Act contradicts voter support for photo ID requirements and unfairly characterizes minority voters.
Community Foundation opens philanthropy award nominations
The Community Foundation for Southwest Washington has opened nominations for its 2026 Philanthropist of the Year and Community Champion Awards, with submissions due March 6.
Clark College Financial Aid Office to host free public workshops during Financial Aid Awareness month
Clark College will host a series of free February workshops to help current and prospective students understand financial aid options and how to pay for college.
Vehicle collides with commercial building
Vancouver Fire responded to a vehicle collision at a commercial strip mall where crews secured the structure, removed the vehicle, and confirmed no injuries.
CCRW to host dinner event featuring Charter Review Commission members
The Clark County Republican Women will host a Feb. 12 dinner event focused on the work of the County Charter Review Commission, featuring multiple commission members.
Letter: ‘Hockinson is worth investing in, and this levy is part of that commitment’
James Landon argues that supporting the Hockinson Schools levy is a necessary investment in the community, its schools, and the next generation.
Letter: PDX activists flood Clark County Council over anti-ICE resolution
Rob Anderson argues that organized Portland-based activist groups dominated public comment at a Clark County Council meeting to pressure councilors over an anti-ICE resolution.
Opinion: Moving the ball down the field
Nancy Churchill argues that while HB 2221 will not advance this session, the public hearing marked meaningful progress by opening dialogue, building relationships, and advancing science-based wildl…
Vancouver Fire responds to fatal structure fire
Vancouver Fire crews responded to a structure fire on East 6th Street where one person and one dog were found deceased and the cause remains under investigation.
A sub-district vote could be a way to go to pay O&M costs associated with light rail
Clark County Council members heard details on how a voter-approved C-TRAN sub-district could be created to fund long-term operations and maintenance costs for light rail tied to a new Interstate Br…
Speculation on Seahawks’ sale heats up following proposed WA ‘jock tax’
Speculation about a potential Seahawks sale has intensified amid debate over a proposed Washington income tax that would apply to high-earning athletes and performers.