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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...

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Community 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...

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Man 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,...

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Pink 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...

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80 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...

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Better 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...

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Final 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...

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College, 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...

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Vendors 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...

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C-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...

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Heavenly 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...

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Morning 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...

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Press 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...

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Daybreak 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...

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Man’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...

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Oliver 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...

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County 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...

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Expo’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...

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One 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...

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Artifacts 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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