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Community to celebrate the life of Washougal leader Molly Coston
Washougal will honor beloved community leader Molly Coston with a Jan. 24, 2026, Celebration of Life and a new city committee exploring lasting recognition of her contributions.
CDC vaccine committee overturns decades-old hepatitis B recommendation for newborns
A CDC advisory committee voted to end the long-standing recommendation that all newborns receive a hepatitis B vaccine at birth, shifting most decisions to individual-based choice.
Opinion: Despite historic tax hikes – Washington state faces $4.3 billion deficit
Ryan Frost argues that Washington’s projected multibillion-dollar deficits stem from rapid spending growth, not a lack of revenue, after years of historic tax hikes.
Reserve a table at the Battle Ground Public Schools Industry Fair
Battle Ground Public Schools invites businesses and organizations to reserve a free table at the 11th annual Industry Fair on Feb. 19, 2026, to connect with students and job seekers.
Life outdoors: Bundle up for winter adventures
WDFW highlights winter opportunities across Washington, from hunting and fishing to wildlife viewing and hikes, encouraging people to bundle up and enjoy the outdoors.
Republicans prepare for ‘train wreck’ as Democrats eye new taxes to fill $2B gap
Washington lawmakers face a $2 billion deficit as Republicans warn of tax proposals they say will worsen a mounting budget crisis.
Letter: A misleading headline about a misleading initiative
Battle Ground resident Gary Obermeyer argues that Initiative 26-126 would restrict voting access rather than improve election integrity.
POLL: Do you support Vancouver’s decision to restore open public comment at every council meeting starting in 2026?
Vancouver will restore open public comment at every council meeting in 2026 after years of limiting remarks to agenda items.
Opinion: Washington is bleeding taxpayers and now a State Representative wants to make it worse
Mark Harmsworth argues that a proposed statewide payroll tax would worsen Washington’s ongoing loss of jobs, businesses, and economic competitiveness.
Theater students overcome challenges for the love of their art at River HomeLink
River HomeLink theater students overcome an atypical schedule and lack of a stage as they prepare Descendants: The Musical for performances at Prairie High School.
Tix for Tots hosting original Nativity performance
A free Nativity performance and community event hosted by Tix for Tots will take place Dec. 20 in Battle Ground.
Opinion: Simultaneous left turns
Doug Dahl explains how Washington law directs drivers to make simultaneous left turns by passing to the left of each other in an intersection.
Opinion: WEA secret meeting about opposing the initiatives gets leaked
An opinion from Let’s Go Washington criticizes a leaked Washington Education Association meeting about opposing LGW’s initiatives on girls’ sports and school transparency.
WA Gov. Bob Ferguson says his budget will rely on cuts, not taxes, to balance
Gov. Bob Ferguson plans to balance Washington’s budget through spending cuts, rejecting sales and property tax increases amid a multi-billion dollar shortfall.
City of Battle Ground implements electronic plan review
The City of Battle Ground launches eReview, an electronic plan review platform that streamlines permit submissions and improves transparency and efficiency starting December 1, 2025.
Rep. Peter Abbarno tours YWCA Clark County domestic violence shelter, calls for stronger support services and accountability for offenders
Rep. Peter Abbarno toured the YWCA Clark County domestic violence shelter, highlighting the need for expanded survivor housing and restored offender accountability.
Clark County Council votes to increase property tax by 1 percent
Clark County Council approved a 1 percent property tax increase for 2026 to support county services amid rising expenses and structural deficits.
Opinion: Kitchen table advocacy – Influence the legislature from home
Nancy Churchill encourages citizens to influence the Washington State Legislature from home by focusing on committees, building small advocacy teams, and engaging positively with legislators.