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Federal authorities asked state election officials to set aside ballots while the Secretary of State's office cited voter privacy protections.
In Opinion, Writers from two policy groups argue Senate Bill 6346 would sacrifice growth, investment and jobs, and urge lawmakers to control public spending.
The Vancouver Fire Department said the exercise with police and American Medical Response was planned, not an actual emergency.
In Opinion, Sam Cardwell points to AWB recommendations on budget discipline, tax policy stability and clearing the way for growth.
In Opinion, Rob Anderson says the city's ethics analysis ignored services Fourth Plain Forward gave a business co-owned by Council Member Diana Perez.
In Opinion, Nancy Churchill urges a Yes vote on I-645, which would repeal the new income tax and prohibit future state and local taxes on individual income.
Contractor crews replaced damaged concrete with asphalt near Northeast 179th Street, and a permanent concrete fix is planned for a later date.
City Attorney Nena Cook said the loan to Perez's business came from the Department of Commerce, not city funds.
Change Research surveyed 551 likely voters from Oct. 19 through Oct. 21, and Gluesenkamp Perez and Braun each drew 43% initially.
In Opinion, Mark Rose argues that in a two-party system, abstaining simply hands the decision to someone else, and that prudence guides imperfect choices.
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VIDEO: Washington GOP chair – 400 suspected noncitizen voters 'tip of the iceberg'
Federal authorities asked state election officials to set aside ballots while the Secretary of State's office cited voter privacy protections.
Opinion: Losing Washington’s competitive edge
Writers from two policy groups argue Senate Bill 6346 would sacrifice growth, investment and jobs, and urge lawmakers to control public spending.
VFD and public safety partners conduct emergency response training at Vancouver Mall
The Vancouver Fire Department said the exercise with police and American Medical Response was planned, not an actual emergency.
Opinion: How to get Washington’s business climate back on track
Sam Cardwell points to AWB recommendations on budget discipline, tax policy stability and clearing the way for growth.
Letter: A tale of two memos
Rob Anderson says the city's ethics analysis ignored services Fourth Plain Forward gave a business co-owned by Council Member Diana Perez.
Opinion: If you tax it, you get less of it
Nancy Churchill urges a Yes vote on I-645, which would repeal the new income tax and prohibit future state and local taxes on individual income.
Southbound I-5 reopens following emergency roadway repairs in Vancouver
Contractor crews replaced damaged concrete with asphalt near Northeast 179th Street, and a permanent concrete fix is planned for a later date.
Vancouver City Council dismissed ethics complaint against Diana Perez
City Attorney Nena Cook said the loan to Perez's business came from the Department of Commerce, not city funds.
NPI Civic Heartbeat poll finds MGP and Braun remain tied in Washington’s Third Congressional District
Change Research surveyed 551 likely voters from Oct. 19 through Oct. 21, and Gluesenkamp Perez and Braun each drew 43% initially.
Opinion: Can you vote American and Catholic?
Mark Rose argues that in a two-party system, abstaining simply hands the decision to someone else, and that prudence guides imperfect choices.
Letter: Support Belkot, Silliman, & Shull for Clark County Council
A Camas writer cites a 2013 light rail vote, C-TRAN board changes and I-5 bridge costs in backing several candidates.
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