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Opinion: When the state orders discounts and sends you the bill
…shifting the cost of mandated low-income utility discounts onto local ratepayers, particularly in rural Washington counties.
Letter: ‘Strong schools benefit the entire community’
Hockinson resident Tisha Leibfried argues that supporting the replacement school levy is essential to maintaining strong schools and a healthy comm…
State Rep. Sharon Wylie announces candidacy for Clark County auditor
State Rep. Sharon Wylie announced she is running for Clark County auditor and will not seek re-election to the Washington State House of Representatives.
Vancouver Fire Department honors Firefighter Jeremiah Frenz with procession
The Vancouver Fire Department honored Firefighter Paramedic Jeremiah Frenz with a solemn procession marking his transport from the Clark County Coroner’s Office to Brown’s…
Birthday party: Sons of American Revolution honor World War II veteran after turning 100
The Sons of the American Revolution honored Vancouver resident and World War II veteran Alfred Folkerts for a lifetime of service following his 1…
Letter: Interstate Bridge Replacement $13.6 billion estimate is too low!
…gues the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program’s $13.6 billion cost estimate understates the true expense, citing comparable projects, construction challenges, and engineering assumptions.
Opinion: ‘The drama and the waste of taxpayer money continues’
Rep. John Ley outlines his objections to the approved fixed-span I-5 Bridge design, citing cost concerns, engineering standards, funding uncertainty, and opposition to light…
Business Profile: Handel’s Ice Cream opens its first shop in Washington, in Vancouver
Handel’s Ice Cream has opened its first Washington location in east Vancouver, with a grand opening planned for Jan. 17.
Opinion: Why vote no on the Battle Ground School District levy?
Dick Rylander outlines why he believes voters should reject the Battle Ground School District levy, citing costs, enrollment trends, test results, and district spending priorities.
Letter: The multi-million dollar cash grab in Washington schools
…ident Mark Rose argues that rising superintendent salaries conflict with classroom cuts and repeated levy requests in Clark County school districts.
Discover your future at WSU Vancouver’s Preview Day, Jan. 24
WSU Vancouver will host a free Preview Day on Jan. 24, offering prospective students and families an inside look at campus life and academic opportunities.
County Elections provides important information for upcoming special election
Clark County Elections has released key dates and instructions for voters ahead of the Feb. 10 Special Election, including ballot mailing, registration deadlin…