![I-5 Bridge replacement project has the world’s most expensive light rail The I-5 Bridge replacement may host the world’s most expensive light rail extension at nearly $2 billion for just 1.9 miles.](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Large_Clark-County-Today-worlds-most-expensive-light-rail-B.jpg)
![Washington could be next state to restrict cell phone usage in schools Washington may restrict cell phone use in schools starting 2025-26, per new OSPI guidelines.](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Large_Clark-County-Today-Washington-cell-phone-restrictions-schools.jpg)
![CCSO deputies arrest prolific retail theft suspect involved in 30-plus Hazel Dell thefts CCSO deputies arrest Christopher Blancas for 30-plus retail thefts in Hazel Dell, targeting Marshalls and Target.](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Large_Clark-County-Today-CCSO-deputies-arrest-retail-theft-suspect-Hazel-Dell.jpg)
![Vancouver Wildlife League and WDFW host youth pheasant hunt Sept. 14-15 Vancouver Wildlife League and WDFW host youth pheasant hunt Sept. 14-15 at Shillapoo Wildlife Area.](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Large_Clark-County-Today-Vancouver-youth-pheasant-hunt-Sept-14-15.jpg)
![Vancouver man assaulted with golf club Vancouver man assaulted with a golf club by a family member; suspect at large.](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Large_Clark-County-Today-Vancouver-man-assaulted-golf-club.jpg)
![Joe Kent one of four candidates added to 2024 Young Guns Program Joe Kent joins the 2024 Young Guns program, gaining vital support for his congressional campaign.](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Large_Clark-County-Today-Joe-Kent-Young-Guns-2024.jpg)
![Washington state doles out $14 million of CCA revenue to organizations, tribes Washington state awards $4M in CCA grants to 41 organizations and tribes.](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Large_Clark-County-Today-Washington-state-CCA-grants-tribes-organizations.jpg)
![Ten thousand page Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement likely to be released next month C-TRAN to receive zero-emission buses through the IBR project, with a 10,000-page environmental statement set for release soon.](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Large_Clark-County-Today-Draft_Supplemental_Environmental_Impact_Statement_Ctran_2024.jpg)
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![Will former President Donald Trump's endorsement of Joe Kent impact your decision in the 3rd Congressional District race?](http://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Large_Clark-County-Today-CCT-Poll-2.0-Long-Answers-3.jpg)
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I-5 Bridge replacement project has the world’s most expensive light rail
The I-5 Bridge replacement may host the world’s most expensive light rail extension at nearly $2 billion for just 1.9 miles.
Washington could be next state to restrict cell phone usage in schools
Washington may restrict cell phone use in schools starting 2025-26, per new OSPI guidelines.
CCSO deputies arrest prolific retail theft suspect involved in 30-plus Hazel Dell thefts
CCSO deputies arrest Christopher Blancas for 30-plus retail thefts in Hazel Dell, targeting Marshalls and Target.
Vancouver Wildlife League and WDFW host youth pheasant hunt Sept. 14-15
Vancouver Wildlife League and WDFW host youth pheasant hunt Sept. 14-15 at Shillapoo Wildlife Area.
Vancouver man assaulted with golf club
Vancouver man assaulted with a golf club by a family member; suspect at large.
Joe Kent one of four candidates added to 2024 Young Guns Program
Joe Kent joins the 2024 Young Guns program, gaining vital support for his congressional campaign.
Washington state doles out $14 million of CCA revenue to organizations, tribes
Washington state awards $4M in CCA grants to 41 organizations and tribes.
Ten thousand page Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement likely to be released next month
C-TRAN to receive zero-emission buses through the IBR project, with a 10,000-page environmental statement set for release soon.
![](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Small_Clark-County-Today-worlds-most-expensive-light-rail_B.jpg)
I-5 Bridge replacement project has the world’s most expensive light rail
![](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Small_Clark-County-Today-Washington-cell-phone-restrictions-schools.jpg)
Washington could be next state to restrict cell phone usage in schools
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CCSO deputies arrest prolific retail theft suspect involved in 30-plus Hazel Dell thefts
![](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Small_Clark-County-Today-Vancouver-youth-pheasant-hunt-Sept-14-15.jpg)
Vancouver Wildlife League and WDFW host youth pheasant hunt Sept. 14-15
![](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Small_Clark-County-Today-Vancouver-man-assaulted-golf-club.jpg)
Vancouver man assaulted with golf club
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Joe Kent one of four candidates added to 2024 Young Guns Program
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Washington state doles out $14 million of CCA revenue to organizations, tribes
![](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Small_Clark-County-Today-Draft_Supplemental_Environmental_Impact_Statement_Ctran_2024.jpg)
Ten thousand page Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement likely to be released next month
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CCRW to host dinner meeting Sept. 19
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POLL: What do you think should be done to address the increase in recycling bin theft?
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Opinion: It is a crime to rummage through recycling bins but best leave it to law enforcement
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Opinion: Government landfill program is back with another COVID-19 test giveaway
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Opinion: Judging a barbecue contest just one of the “tough tasks” of being a journalist
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Opinion: Latest survey from Chief Executive ranks Washington the 46th worst state in which to do business
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Opinion: The #WalkAway Election
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Letter: The origin of ‘The President of Joy’
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Opinion: Capping food prices will not fix grocery bills
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Opinion: Could November election bring more scrutiny/opposition for I-5 Bridge replacement project?
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Joe Kent one of four candidates added to 2024 Young Guns Program
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Biden-Harris admin under fire for pressuring Facebook to censor Americans
![](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Small_Clark-County-Today-Nancy_Churchill_WalkAway_Election24.jpg)
Opinion: The #WalkAway Election
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Race is on to complete hand recount in WA lands commissioner primary race
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Opinion: Could November election bring more scrutiny/opposition for I-5 Bridge replacement project?
![](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Small_Clark-County-Today-ferguson-reichert-debate-controversy.jpg)
Ferguson campaign refutes claims he pulled out of October debate
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Area residents share their experience at Kent fundraiser
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Opinion: Winning elections starts with you
![](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Small_Clark-County-Today-Kent_Johnson_Fundraiser_Vancouver.jpg)
House Speaker Mike Johnson ‘very bullish’ on Kent and November
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Opinion: ‘Politics makes strange bedfellows’
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POLL: Do you believe party unity is more important than strict adherence to conservative principles in the upcoming elections?
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I-5 Bridge replacement project has the world’s most expensive light rail
![](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Small_Clark-County-Today-Draft_Supplemental_Environmental_Impact_Statement_Ctran_2024.jpg)
Ten thousand page Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement likely to be released next month
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Travel Advisory: Expect 90 minute delays on southbound I-5 in Southwest Washington over Labor Day Weekend
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Drivers should expect delays on NE 179th Street and NE 50th Avenue when construction begins in late August
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Opinion: Could November election bring more scrutiny/opposition for I-5 Bridge replacement project?
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Drivers should expect delays on NE 78th Street when safety improvement project begins in late August
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Expect delays through the SR 503 and Rock Creek Road intersection
![](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Small_Clark-County-Today-TriMet_MAX_vehicles_cost_comparison.jpg)
Paying too much for too many MAX light rail vehicles
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Additional concrete panel work coming to southbound I-5 in Clark County Aug. 19
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New ramp meters coming to Vancouver in August to improve travel times for Clark County commuters
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C-TRAN seeking applicants to join Citizens Advisory Committee in 2025
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Clark County Today Sports Podcast, Aug. 30, 2024: We’re back with high school football season just a week away
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New football coach: Sean McDonald’s enthusiasm is contagious at Mountain View
![](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Small_Clark-County-Today-Ridgefield-FB-Midnight-3.jpg)
The tradition continues in Ridgefield: Midnight Madness football practice
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Surplus multi-season deer and elk tags available Aug. 21
![](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Small_Clark-County-Today-CHS-Tennis-Courts.jpg)
Partnership between USTA, Camas High School could bring indoor tennis to campus
![](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Small_Clark-County-Today-will-ephraim-fort-vancouver-football-coach.jpg)
New football coach: Will Ephraim find a home at Fort Vancouver High School
![](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Small_Clark-County-Today-Ridgefield-Raptors-Playoff-Game-10.jpg)
Raptors hoping for big crowd at Saturday’s home playoff game
![](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Small_Clark-County-Today-Free_Sports_Physicals_Vancouver.jpg)
Free 2024 sports physicals for Vancouver Public Schools’ student athletes
![](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Small_Clark-County-Today-Camas-Adam-Mathieson-Aug-2024.jpg)
New football coach: A change of scenery for Adam Mathieson, taking over at Camas
![](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Small_Clark-County-Today-BBQ-Fest-2024-Judging-photo.jpg)
Opinion: Judging a barbecue contest just one of the “tough tasks” of being a journalist
![](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Small_Clark-County-Today-ilani-BBQ-Fest-2024.jpg)
Hungry for some barbecue? The ilani BBQ Fest is Aug. 24-25
![](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Small_Clark-County-Today-Velvet-Acres-Car-Show.jpg)
Video: Birthday party turns into a yearly tradition for car show at Velvet Acres Gardens
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Here’s what’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Sunday, Aug. 11
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Here’s what’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Saturday, Aug. 10
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A Ridgefield Lion has been serving for decades at the Clark County Fair
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Here’s what’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Friday, Aug. 9
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Here’s what’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Thursday, Aug. 8
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Experience the Fun at the Clark County Fair with Explore Travel TV
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Vancouver Wildlife League and WDFW host youth pheasant hunt Sept. 14-15
![](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Small_Clark-County-Today-Washougal-City-Hall-03.jpg)
Washougal seeks high school students for City Council representative role
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Verizon-Cellular Plus giving away free backpacks
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Washougal High School earns 2024 Jostens Gold Tier School of Distinction Award
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Journey Theater getting ready to present ‘The Music Man’
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Annual Write From the Start School Supply Drive scheduled
![](https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Small_Clark-County-Today-Tatum_Talbert_GVC_2024_JuniorMarket.jpg)
SW Washington’s Lemonade Day Youth Entrepreneur of the Year named by Greater Vancouver Chamber
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Children with disabilities make memories at the 24th annual Merwin Day of Fishing
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Three Washougal schools receive state recognition for outstanding achievement
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Financial advice: Homework for potential homebuyers
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The Ridgefield Costco Warehouse plans to open on Thu., Aug. 29 at 8 a.m.
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Southwest Washington real estate market ‘showing interesting trends’
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Clark County seeks nominations for local businesses, individuals for Disability Employment Awareness Awards
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Southwest Washington real estate activity increases
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Columbia Credit Union hires Heather Friend as chief operating officer
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Area Realtor states the local real estate market ‘is not slowing down’
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City of Battle Ground offering tourism grants
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Future unknown for popular Goldies Texas Style BBQ