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Rep. Vicki Kraft named to ranking leadership role, receives committee assignments for coming session
News

Rep. Vicki Kraft named to ranking leadership role, receives committee assignments for coming session

Rep. Vicki Kraft (17th District) has been elevated to a new leadership position as ranking Republican on the House Local Government Committee.

Jan 3, 2019

Editorial: What’s the role of political ideology when it comes to local issues?
Opinion

Editorial: What’s the role of political ideology when it comes to local issues?

ClarkCountyToday.com Editor Ken Vance offers his thoughts of the ideological makeup of the members of the Clark County Council and how that might impact area residents moving forward.

Jan 3, 2019

Council ends 2018 with emergency budget meeting
News

Council ends 2018 with emergency budget meeting

A software glitch led to unexpected cost overruns in several county funds, which required an emergency meeting by the council on New Year’s Eve day.

Jan 2, 2019

Ridgefield High School chemistry, art and shop classes partner to build kiln
Youth

Ridgefield High School chemistry, art and shop classes partner to build kiln

There is a new kiln at Ridgefield High School — but it’s very different from the high-tech electric kilns already in the schools. This one is outdoors, built of brick, and wood fired, recreating th…

Jan 2, 2019

Applications available for Battle Ground’s 2019 fireworks lottery
Community News

Applications available for Battle Ground’s 2019 fireworks lottery

New city of Battle Ground regulations will limit the number of fireworks stand permits issued in 2019 to five. In order to determine which five nonprofit organizations may apply for a fireworks sta…

Jan 2, 2019

Eighteen apply for vacant Vancouver City Council seat
News

Eighteen apply for vacant Vancouver City Council seat

Eighteen Vancouver residents have applied to fill Vancouver City Council Seat 2. The council seat became vacant as of Jan. 1, due to the resignation of Council Member Alishia Topper, who was electe…

Jan 2, 2019

Brace for winter and enjoy waterfowl, steelhead, views of wintering wildlife
People

Brace for winter and enjoy waterfowl, steelhead, views of wintering wildlife

For Washington residents, the start of the new year is a great time to hunt for waterfowl, fish for steelhead, and enjoy the annual spectacle of bald eagles, snow geese, elk, bighorn sheep and othe…

Jan 2, 2019

Clark College President Robert Knight to deliver annual State of the College address
Youth

Clark College President Robert Knight to deliver annual State of the College address

Clark College President Robert K. Knight will deliver the annual State of the College address on Thu., Jan. 17 at 11 a.m. in Gaiser Student Center. Photo courtesy of Clark College

Jan 2, 2019

Free parenting course offered for West Vancouver parents
Youth

Free parenting course offered for West Vancouver parents

Beginning in January, West Van for Youth and Children’s Home Society will offer a free, 18-week parenting course for up to 10 parents who live in the west-side 98660, 98661 and 98663 zip codes.

Jan 2, 2019

Temple Lentz joins Clark County Council
News

Temple Lentz joins Clark County Council

As the lone Democrat on the Clark County Council, Temple Lentz says she believes most of the issues facing the councilors are nonpartisan.

Jan 2, 2019

Fighting fire with generosity year-round
People

Fighting fire with generosity year-round

Battle Ground man brightens the holidays and the year by collecting donated toys with his antique fire engine, and then delivers them to Randall Children’s Hospital.

Jan 1, 2019

Year in Review: Union, Hockinson combine for historic day
Sports

Year in Review: Union, Hockinson combine for historic day

Two Clark County teams claim state football championships

Dec 31, 2018

Six more elected officials sworn in
News

Six more elected officials sworn in

Six elected officials took their oath of office Monday at the Clark County building, including two who are entering a new office

Dec 31, 2018

Nominations sought for vacant Clark County Council position
News

Nominations sought for vacant Clark County Council position

The Clark County Republican Party has submitted a public notice seeking nominations for the vacant Clark County Council District 4 position.

Dec 31, 2018

2018: A visual Year in Review
News

2018: A visual Year in Review

ClarkCountyToday.com photographer and videographer Mike Schultz takes a look back and the sights and sounds of 2018 with a visual Year in Review.

Dec 31, 2018

Girls basketball: Trappers experience victory
Sports

Girls basketball: Trappers experience victory

Fort Vancouver High School girls basketball team ends long losing streak with win in tournament.

Dec 31, 2018

Surf’s Up Prairie: Falcons in San Diego, Part 3
Sports

Surf’s Up Prairie: Falcons in San Diego, Part 3

Prairie girls basketball seniors give share their experiences from holiday tournament in California

Dec 31, 2018

Area giving strong, despite tax law changes
Community News

Area giving strong, despite tax law changes

Nonprofits had been concerned the increased standard deduction would mean fewer people giving

Dec 29, 2018