Local News
City manager resigns, Battle Ground begins recruitment process
Battle Ground will soon be looking for a new city manager following Erin Erdman’s resignation. The city announced that Erdman resigned from her position as city manager, effective April 19, in …
La Center Elementary opens kindergarten registration
Open registration for La Center Elementary kindergarten will be available between 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 8 through April 19, at the elementary office, 700 E. Fourth St., La Center. Children must …
Tri-Mountain Ladies Golf Club marks 26th season of play
The Tri-Mountain Ladies Golf Club (TMLGC) will kick off its 2024 season and celebrate its 26th season of play at 9 a.m., Saturday, April 6, at Tri-Mountain Golf Course,1701 NW 299th St., Ridgefield. …
A glimpse at the rich history of Clark County
Enjoy snapshots of local history written in past issues of the Reflector from 30, 20 and 10 years ago, respectively. A look back at March, 30 years ago Oregon resident Charles Brown was …
With longer pollen seasons on the way, practitioners offer advice on allergens
Sniffly, sneezy springtime has arrived in northern Clark County. As allergy sufferers brace for the lengthening pollen season, medical professionals in the region offer advice on how to enjoy the …
Volunteers rally around I Paw’d It Forward plans for growth
Animal rescue I Paw’d It Forward in Battle Ground expects 2024 to be a year of growth as the rescue expands its capabilities and reach with new volunteers. Founder and director Keri-Lyn …

C-Tran eyeballing the idea of Ridgefield transit expansion

As Ridgefield continues to grow in population and as a destination, C-Tran’s vision for Ridgefield could soon expand. A town hall hosted by C-Tran at the Ridgefield Community Library on …

Last day of winter blooms at Battle Ground Lake State Park

On the final day of winter, various blooms could be found at Battle Ground Lake State Park during the quick stint of nice weather. Blooming flowers included Pacific trillium, evergreen violet and …

Woodland and Ridgefield automotive companies owner pleads guilty to Clean Air Act violation

A co-owner of two diesel truck service and sales companies in Ridgefield and Woodland pleaded guilty to tampering with vehicles for financial gain in U.S. district court last week. Sean Coiteux, …

L&I assesses additional violations against construction company after teen lost his legs

Rotschy LLC, a Vancouver-based construction company, is facing additional fines for child labor law violations after an investigation stemming from a construction site injury where a 16-year-old La …
State & Regional News
Ahead of spring, gas prices on the rise in Washington state
Washington state drivers may have noticed an increase in the price at the pump recently. On Monday, the average cost for a gallon of gas in the Evergreen State increased to nearly $4.31 per …
Salmon recovery proponents say several bills got away this legislative session
Supporters of salmon recovery efforts in Washington state were optimistic going into this year's short 60-day legislative session. There was bipartisan support for habitat restoration, with …
BG city councilor announces campaign for state Senate
Battle Ground City Councilor and former Mayor Adrian Cortes announced his campaign for Washington state Senate in the 18th District last week. Cortes is currently serving his third term in City …
Battle begins over three revenue-cutting initiatives on the ballot this November
Less than eight months from now, Washington state voters will – in addition to casting a ballot for president in November’s general election – decide the fate of three initiatives …
Gov. Inslee signs bill allowing hate crime charges for defacing public property
Washington state Gov. Jay Inslee has signed into law a bill that classifies certain types of public defacement as a felony if it's perceived to be an act of "hate." Senate Bill 5917 amends …
Concerns remain about passage of a bill that paves way for natural gas ban in Washington
One of the most controversial bills passed by the Washington State Legislature this session has yet to be signed into law by Gov. Jay Inslee. Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1589 , dubbed by …
Washington state District 17 senator announces retirement after 10 years
On March 6, Washington 17th District Sen. Lynda Wilson announced she was not seeking another term after 10 years in the state Legislature. Wilson was elected in 2016 after one term in the House …
New visuals of the Interstate Bridge replacement released
The Interstate Bridge Replacement Program board released a second batch of designs for a replacement Interstate 5 bridge during an executive steering group meeting on Tuesday, March 5. The …
Securing border high priority for GOP congressional candidate Lewallen
When Third District U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez said on a podcast that “nobody stays awake at night worrying about the Southern border,” the words appalled attorney Leslie Lewallen, …
MGP, DOT Secretary Buttigieg tour Cascadia Tech Academy, meet with local union members
District 3 U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez and U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg visited the Interstate 5 Bridge, toured Cascadia Tech Academy and met with members of Southwest …
Opinion
Community
Ridgefield School District honors March employee and students of the month
Employee of the Month Donna Allen, school counselor, View Ridge Middle School School counselor Donna Allen, March’s employee of the month, is steadfast, supportive, loving, passionate …
Community Calendar
Pioneering Women of Ridgefield presentation: 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 27, Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N. Main Ave. Learn about the important historical women of Ridgefield for Women’s …
Local students win big at Southwest Washington Regional Art Show
On March 20, Educational Service District 112 hosted the 2024 Southwest Washington Regional High School Art Show. Winners across the three different categories were awarded scholarships up to $3,000 …
Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: NATO an important deterrent to Russian invasion

Editor, The North Atlantic Treaty Organization was signed in 1949, early in the Cold War era, to provide for defense of member nations against a Russian invasion. It calls for every member …

Sports
Life

Thanksgiving: From our family to yours this holiday season

Easy, “Almost” Consomme Madrilene From Reflector editor Jessica Keller While traditional recipes for Consomme Madrilene are much fancier, this is easy to make and hard to mess …

Outdoors

Hatchery steelhead season extended on Salmon Creek in Clark County

Beginning last week, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) has opened an extended steelhead fishing season on Salmon Creek in Clark County. Fishing is allowed from the mouth of …

Obituaries
Death Notices
Donald Ellertson , 95, of Vancouver, died March 18. Arrangements are under the care of Northwood Park Funeral Home & Cemetery, 360-574-4252. Vera Schleicher , 94, of Vancouver, died March …
In loving memory of Kenneth Leslie Viles
Kenneth Leslie Viles, 91, passed from the loving arms of his family to the loving arms of his Lord on March 1, 2024. Born in Ontario, Oregon, on Sept. 30, 1932, Ken’s family moved to La …
In loving memory of Robert “Bob” Bryan Cass 1960-2024
Robert “Bob” Bryan Cass passed away at home on March 10, 2024, in Kalispell, Montana.  Bob was born on Jan. 7, 1960, to Robert and Thelma Cass in Polson, Montana. He married …
Death Notices
Garnet P. Koenig, 88, of Battle Ground, died March 12. Arrangements are under the care of All County Cremation and Burial Services, 360-718-7948. Young J. Ho, 84, of Brush Prairie, died March …
Death Notices
Robyn J. Schroeder, 67, of Ridgefield, died March 5. Arrangements are under the care of Clark County Cremation and Burial Services, 360-727-0468. Robin Minear, 68, of Vancouver, died March 5. …
In Loving Memory Of John Gohndrone 2/15/1937 ~ 12/1/2023
John was born Feb. 15, 1937, in Chicago to Thomas and Victoria Gohndrone. He grew up in Roseland and attended Chicago Teachers College where he met his future wife, Dolores Tomasik. John worked for …
In loving memory of Thom Alan Hemenway July 1, 1942 - Feb. 6, 2024
At long last, Thom Alan Hemenway was reunited with his high school sweetheart and bride of 54 years, Jackie, on the night of Feb. 6, 2024. Born and raised in an upper flat on the outskirts of …
In loving memory of Dixie Ann Olson
Dixie Ann Olson of Yacolt, Washington, passed away Dec. 18, 2023, at age 90, surrounded by her family. Dixie was born March 20, 1933, in Los Angeles, California, to parents Virginia and O’dell …
In Loving Memory Of Charles Shannon 1956 ~ 2024
Charles Hayden Shannon (18 July 1956 - 27 February 2024), 67, of Battle Ground, passed away unexpectedly on 27 Feb 2024. Chuck, son of Charles J Shannon and Dorothy McCamley, was a native of Upper …