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Opinion: Off the rails 2
The Antiplanner highlights Senator Joni Ernst’s report on rail and transit megaprojects, citing massive cost overruns, delays, and questionable necessity.
Opinion: Riding the right way in traffic
Doug Dahl warns cyclists that riding against traffic is dangerous and illegal, increasing fatal crash risk fourfold compared to riding with traffic.
Letter: ‘I think most of the Democrats in the state legislature know how to read’
Bob Zak criticizes new gun purchase restrictions in Washington, urging conservatives to fight to restore the constitutional right to bear arms.
Public Health issues warning for Round Lake due to elevated toxin levels
Clark County Public Health issued a warning for Round Lake after tests showed elevated cyanotoxins; Vancouver Lake remains under a danger advisory.
Raptors say thank you for another summer of baseball, look forward to 2026
Ridgefield Raptors GM Gus Farah says strong community ties and fan support made 2025 a success despite a tough schedule and missing the playoffs, with eyes already on 2026.
Opinion: ‘The obvious conclusion is to take a simpler, more affordable first step to improving our regional transportation issues’
Ken Vance urges support for the East County Bridge, a toll-free alternative to costly I-5 plans, citing past voter approval and faster, more affordable congestion relief without light rail.
Opinion: Health care reforms will hurt more if Washington state doesn’t get more on board
Elizabeth New (Hovde) says Washington should focus on innovation, competition, and less regulation while working with the federal government on cost containment in health care.
Concealed carry licenses in Washington jump after approval of gun permit law
Washington’s active concealed pistol licenses rose by over 14,000 this year, with July alone adding 3,800, following passage of a new gun permit law set for 2027.
Opinion: New metric shows how much Washington squanders environmental funding
David Boze argues Washington’s CO2 tax funding is wasteful, with many projects producing no climate benefit and others costing far more than private sector alternatives.
Evergreen Habitat for Humanity partners with local developers to increase impact
Evergreen Habitat for Humanity is partnering with local developers, including Wolf Industries, to expand affordable housing options in Clark County, with open houses scheduled this month.
Journey Theater to offer daytime classes during the 2025-2026 school year
Journey Theater will offer Wednesday afternoon classes for ages 8–18 at Manor Church in Battle Ground, alongside evening classes in Vancouver and Battle Ground.
Opinion: ‘Message received … give us more money or else’
Lars Larson criticizes Gov. Tina Kotek for threatening ODOT layoffs to push for higher taxes, calling it an extortion tactic that impacts the I-5 Bridge project.