Wilson building bill passes state Senate
Olympia – The state Senate passed a measure backed by Sen. Lynda Wilson, R-Vancouver, which would prohibit rules changing on a developer or home builder in the middle of their project. Senate Bill 5212...
View ArticleTransportation fee hike bill passes statehouse
Olympia – A measure requiring Transportation Benefit Districts to hold a public hearing before raising fees passed the statehouse this week. Rep. Liz Pike, R-Camas, backed House Bill 1606. Currently,...
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Man faces attempted murder in gas station shooting
A man accused of firing a gun at an occupied vehicle at a Vancouver gas station earlier this week appeared in Clark County Superior today to face charges of attempted murder. Edgar Thomas...
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Climbing stairs for cancer
Firefighter Scott Woodhouse, clad in his turnout gear, took his turn on a StairMaster outside the Fisher’s Landing Fred Meyer on Friday afternoon. Woodhouse and several other firefighters from an...
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26 new U.S. citizens sworn in at Vancouver Community Library ceremony
Alem Gebrehiwot won a lottery in 2011. But on Friday, his wife was ahead of him in claiming the unique prize: American citizenship. The Ethiopian-born couple were part of the crowd when 26 immigrants...
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Christensen Shipyards receivership nears end
Christensen Shipyards, the luxury yacht builder in Vancouver, is set to close its receivership after two years. A Clark County Superior Court judge finalized the settlement Friday, allowing the...
View ArticleGunfire reported in Wal-Mart parking lot
Officers are investigating a fight early Friday morning at a Wal-Mart in Vancouver’s Marrion neighborhood that reportedly ended in gunfire. Witnesses told police that between seven to 10 people got out...
View ArticleC-Tran plans paratransit fares open houses
Vancouver – C-Tran is proposing a change to fares for paratransit users. The agency wants to discontinue monthly and day passes for C-Van, starting when the Hop Fastpass electronic fare system connects...
View ArticleState troopers to target tailgaters
Olympia – Beginning Tuesday, Washington State Patrol troopers across the state will be looking for drivers who are following too closely. Troopers will be on the lookout for drivers breaking the law,...
View ArticleFunds available for traffic calming
Vancouver – If there is a problem with traffic in a city of Vancouver neighborhood, now is the time to try to fix it. Applications for traffic calming projects will be accepted through June 23. More...
View ArticleHistoric preservation group has openings
Vancouver – County councilors are seeking applicants for three vacant seats on the Clark County Historic Preservation Commission. The commission, made up of seven members, is responsible for reviewing...
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Press Talk: Thanks for the thanks!
Back in 1924, Stanley Walker of The New York Herald-Tribune wrote a short blurb on what makes a good journalist. Stuff you’d expect: He knows everything, he doesn’t need any sleep, he has charm, men...
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Morning Press: Police shooting; fatal hit-and-run; Grant House sold
What’s on tap for this weekend’s weather? Check our local weather coverage. In case you missed them, here are some of the top stories of the week: Prosecutor: Man shot by Vancouver police was armed The...
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Gen. George C. Marshall leadership awards nominees announced
Eight Clark County adults and 22 high school seniors have been nominated for this year’s Gen. George C. Marshall leadership awards. The two 2017 award recipients will be announced at a ceremony at 5:30...
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Evergreen Public Schools considers schedule changes
Evergreen Public Schools students may see some changes to the school year schedule next year, as the district explores options for including a built-in snow day in its schedule. Among the most...
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Future scientists compete in regional Science Olympiad
It’s a pretty simple recipe: Take one marshmallow, add flame. While Saturday’s charred result is unlikely to be part of anybody’s diet plan, the process actually was an exercise in calorie counting. On...
View ArticleWeather Eye: Weather to remain cool, wet; ‘chunky rain’ is possible
“What a cold and rainy day where on earth is the sun hid away?” — Natalie Merchant I am sure many are asking that same question. Where on earth is the sun hid away? Believe me it is up there above the...
View ArticleSt. Paddy’s for Kids slated for Saturday
Vancouver – Kids can still chase rainbows all over Ireland. But the adult festival of brews and tunes the night before is no more. St. Paddy’s for Kids, an annual event sponsored by the Parks...
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Trumping Obamacare: Affordable Care Act reform
Since President Obama’s Affordable Care Act was signed seven years ago this month, it has remained in the forefront of controversy. Nearly 114,000 Clark County residents are enrolled, but many voters...
View ArticleAgendas for the week’s local governmental meetings
Monday Camas City Council, City Hall, 616 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas. 4:30 p.m., workshop: wireless communication facilities, 2017 Clark Regional Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan, comprehensive utility rate...
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