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Opinion: Why is it so expensive to do business in Washington?
Mark Harmsworth details how Washington’s extensive license and permit fees place heavy burdens on small businesses.
Dentists deliver free dental care in Clark County
A free dental clinic in Vancouver provided essential services to 39 patients, offering more than $28,000 in care.
Opinion: TriMet’s fiscal cliff continues to be a warning to Clark County and Oregon residents
Rep. John Ley’s opinion column details TriMet’s worsening finances, warning Clark County residents about the risks of any financial ties to the transit agency.
Letter: Interstate Bridge Replacement Program’s ridiculous ramp
Bob Ortblad critiques the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program’s latest shared use path ramp design and questions the purpose and cost of the project.
Building Industry Association installs Alexa Lee as 2026 president
The BIA of Clark County installed Alexa Lee as its 2026 president and recognized members with a full slate of President’s Awards.
Furry Friends to participate in Giving Tuesday Dec. 2
Furry Friends Cat Rescue encourages the community to support its life-saving work for stray and feral cats this Giving Tuesday.
OBIT: Virtual service to be held for Phyllis Hann Dec. 6
Phyllis M. Hann, 82, is remembered with a memorial page and an upcoming virtual service on December 6.
Journey Theater presents: Narnia
Journey Theater will present a musical adaptation of Narnia at Washougal High School with performances running Dec. 5–13.
City of Battle Ground approves new funding for public safety
The Battle Ground City Council approved a 0.1% public safety sales tax to raise dedicated revenue for police staffing and service needs beginning in April 2026.
Opinion: Why you can’t bribe your way to a low fixed span bridge
Joe Cortright argues that the Coast Guard is unlikely to approve the IBR’s proposed 116-foot fixed span, citing longstanding navigation requirements and past conflicts over river clearance.
John Deeder elected to ESD 112 Board of Directors
Longtime education leader John Deeder has been elected to the ESD 112 Board of Directors and will take the oath of office in January 2026.
County Council appoints Ron Barca and Alicia LeDuc Montgomery to the Planning Commission
The Clark County Council appointed Ron Barca and Alicia LeDuc Montgomery to upcoming terms on the county’s volunteer Planning Commission.