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City of Ridgefield ends inquiry into potential police services Contract with La Center
Ridgefield City Council unanimously decides to halt the investigation into providing policing services to La Center, citing concerns raised by residents and the availability of multiple alternative…
Vancouver Fire Department reminds residents about fireworks ban within city limits
The Vancouver Fire Department reminds residents that all fireworks, including Class C “safe and sane” fireworks, are illegal within city limits, with violators facing fines starting at $500, and pr…
Opinion: New parks fees should be scrapped
Long-time Clark County resident and journalist Marvin Case shares his thoughts on county proposal to increase parking fees at parks.
Low test scores used to assail Inslee’s school closure during pandemic
Education director of the Washington Policy Center, Liv Finne, criticizes Governor Jay Inslee’s decision to close schools during the COVID-19 pandemic, citing a significant decline in reading and m…
U-Pick farms prepare to open for blueberry season
Farms throughout Clark County are opening soon, including some on Saturday, to offer U-Pick opportunities for their customers as blueberry season is upon us.
La Center Farmers Market to show appreciation for military next week
The upcoming La Center Farmers Market on July 6th will feature a patriotic theme with a performance by a rock band of active duty military members and a display of military vehicles, providing a ga…
Investigation into May 30 officer-involved shooting is complete
Report: Armed robbery suspect pointed gun at police before law enforcement officers fired shots that killed him last month
Opinion: Study finds students living in states with greater school choice are receiving a better education
Per-student spending is now over $19,000 in Washington, more than the tuition at most private schools; recent education reporting shows most of this money was wasted.
Opinion: Income tax on capital gains drives increase in state revenue forecast
Rep. Chris Corry provides a report on the updated forecast for the Washington Policy Center. Washington State sees an increase in revenue forecast, driven by higher-than-expected capital gains coll…
County implements warm weather burn ban beginning Saturday
Clark County has implemented a ban on land clearing and residential burning until further notice, with the interim fire marshal revoking all burning permits previously issued, except for federally…
Summer Chinook retention to close July 1 on much of Columbia River
Recreational fishing for adult summer Chinook salmon on the Columbia River mainstem will close due to lower-than-expected salmon returns, affecting areas from the Astoria-Megler Bridge upstream to…
Help prevent fires, injury and waterway contamination with proper fireworks disposal
Improper disposal of fireworks in Clark County after Fourth of July celebrations can lead to increased risk of fires, injuries, and water pollution, and residents are urged to follow proper disposa…