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Ridgefield mayor disagrees with state’s position on C-TRAN board composition
Ridgefield Mayor Matt Cole urged the C-TRAN Board Composition Review Committee to stand by its 3-3-3 plan, disputing WSDOT’s authority and warning of possible legal action.
Opinion: The answer to the funding crisis for public schools isn’t higher salaries
Clark County Today Editor Ken Vance argues Washington’s public school funding crisis stems from disproportionate salary growth and flawed budgeting, not a lack of taxpayer support.
WSU Vancouver to host skill shop series
WSU Vancouver will host the How to Be Active Skill Shop Series every other Tuesday this fall, offering sessions on civics, conflict resolution, elections, and community collaboration.
After false starts, Oregon House passes transportation tax package
The Oregon House narrowly passed a $4.3 billion transportation tax package on Labor Day, sending the proposal to the Senate for a vote expected Wednesday.
WA businesses preparing for new retail sales taxes to hit consumers Oct 1
Washington businesses are preparing for new retail sales taxes under ESSB 5814, set to take effect Oct. 1, impacting services from advertising to IT and raising costs for consumers.
New royalty named to the 2026 Clark County Fair Equestrian Court
Queen Heidi Williamson and Princess River Walker Williamson were named to the 2026 Clark County Fair Equestrian Court, continuing the tradition of youth leadership and community service.
Letter: Mayor Anne’s power grab
Shauna Walters argues Vancouver Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle has used C-TRAN to advance light rail at the expense of Clark County’s smaller cities and taxpayers.
Letter: Local Vietnam War dead finally honored at ceremony
Vancouver’s Ann Donnelly reflects on a community ceremony honoring 59 Clark County soldiers lost in the Vietnam War, decades after their sacrifice.
Opinion: Death before detransition
Nancy Churchill argues the cultural slogan “death before detransition” silences regret, fuels despair, and creates conditions for tragedy while calling for compassionate alternatives.
Clean Energy Planning comment period open through Sept. 12
Clark Public Utilities is accepting public comment through Sept. 12 on its 2026-2029 Clean Energy Implementation Plan under Washington’s Clean Energy Transformation Act.
Evergreen School District bargaining update: No school on Tuesday
Classes in Evergreen Public Schools will not start on Sept. 2 due to the PSE Large Group strike; free breakfast and lunch will be offered daily at three school pickup sites during the strike.
WSDOT denies C-TRAN Board Composition Review Committee’s 3-3-3 plan
WSDOT rejected the review committee’s 3-3-3 board plan, citing proportional representation by population; a 4-3-2 option is expected next, which would reduce smaller cities’ seats.