Sushi Joint spices up Washougal
Why: The Sushi Joint opened for business in October in Washougal, further broadening dining options for local residents. The Sushi Joint's motto is "to use sustainable and traceable ingredients to...
View ArticleCommunity talks set on affordable housing
A two-part public program will explore affordable housing issues in Clark County. The forum, “Personal Problem, Community Problem or Not My Problem?” is from 7 to 8:30 p.m. March 3 and 10 at the...
View ArticleMan pleads guilty in attempted murder case
A Vancouver man accused of intentionally crashing his vehicle last March in an attempt to kill his girlfriend and 2-year-old son, who were passengers, pleaded guilty Friday. Robert Lewis Souza, 24,...
View ArticlePink Martini’s Lauderdale to headline Vancouver Symphony’s ‘Rhapsody in Blue’
Almost everyone knows Thomas Lauderdale as the leader of Pink Martini, the popular Portland-based band that performs a unique blend of classical, Latin, jazz, and classic pop music. But being a...
View Article80 gallons of oil spilled into Columbia River
Roughly 80 gallons of oil was spilled into the Columbia River by a shipping vessel near Kalama on Thursday morning. The Nord Auckland, a 618-foot ship flagged in Singapore, reportedly spilled the waste...
View ArticleBetter winter weather helps The Vine construction
After a soggy December ground progress to a near halt on several Vine stations, construction has resumed at a normal pace in downtown Vancouver and expanded along the Fourth Plain corridor. "We are...
View ArticleFinal Camas school bond tally sets stage for project
CAMAS — The Camas School District’s $120 million bond officially passed with 63.13 percent approval. The final results from the Feb. 9 vote were released Friday afternoon, with 4,778 votes in favor of...
View ArticleCollege, career advice wins Evergreen Public Schools praise
Five schools in Evergreen Public Schools have been noted for demonstrating outstanding standards for development of schoolwide college and career readiness. The Career Guidance Counseling staffs at...
View ArticleVendors can apply for July 4 outdoor booths
The Fort Vancouver National Trust is accepting applications from all food and beverage, commercial, and arts and crafts vendors interested in outdoor booth space at the 2016 Independence Day event at...
View ArticleC-Tran temporary stop closure starts Monday
Citing pedestrian safety concerns, C-Tran has announced plans to remove a temporary bus stop on westbound McLoughlin Boulevard near the Marshall/Luepke Community Center on Monday. Riders are asked to...
View ArticleHeavenly view in sprucing up St. Joseph Catholic Church roof
If St. Joseph worked in the building trades today, the carpenter would know all about preventive maintenance. That's the point of a project at St. Joseph Catholic Church, where workmen have been...
View ArticleMorning Press: Vancouver annexation, brainy Ridgefield, gymnast’s battle to...
The last few days have been blustery. What is on the way for the weekend? Check our local weather coverage. In case you missed it, here are some of the top stories of the week: Vancouver eyeing...
View ArticlePress Talk: The Pike/Madore connection
When a caricature of state Rep. Liz Pike and Clark County Councilor David Madore showed up on my Facebook page, Pike wasn’t happy. “What does my photo have to do with any part of your (column)?” Pike...
View ArticleDaybreak Youth Services expands
BRUSH PRAIRIE — Daybreak Youth Services recently paid $5.1 million for a new location in Vancouver. The nonprofit bought a 30,000-square-foot former church and 8.5 acres of land at 11910 N.E. 154th...
View ArticleMan’s body found on railroad tracks in Washougal
The Washougal Police Department is investigating after a man’s body was found on railroad tracks running through town Saturday morning. A westbound BNSF train notices the body and called 911 shortly...
View ArticleOliver running for 17th Legislative District seat
Port of Vancouver Commissioner President Jerry Oliver, instrumental in approval of a lease for what would be the nation's largest oil-by-rail transfer terminal, announced he is vying for a seat in the...
View ArticleCounty Republicans caucus; no presidential straw poll
Clark County Republicans didn't coalesce behind a presidential candidate during Saturday's precinct caucuses, but many expressed a hope 2016 will be the year they unite as a local party. After the 16...
View ArticleExpo’s tales reinforce, redefine horse sense
In a trail-riding competition, where horses and riders head out on the trail and navigate obstacles along the way, there are two judges: one for the horse, and one for the rider. "The reason for that...
View ArticleOne hurt in three-car Highway 14 pile-up
A Vancouver woman was injured Saturday in a three-car crash on state Highway 14 at the Vancouver city limits, according to the Washington State Patrol. The crash occurred about 12:30 p.m. at Milepost 8...
View ArticleArtifacts inspire artwork by students
Perched on a stool in Fae Moeller's advanced art class at Thomas Jefferson Middle School, Darrian Gunderson, 12, used a large nail to etch an arrowhead design into a 4-by-4-inch acrylic glass plate....
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