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Road Rules: Turns signals in emergency situations, headlights in the daytime
Recently, someone asked Doug Dahl, Target Zero manager for the Washington Traffic Safety Commission, a question about needing to use an emergency signal while performing an emergency maneuver on the … more
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Road Rules: Traffic enforcement and loud mufflers
Recently, someone asked Doug Dahl, Target Zero manager, a question about how modified mufflers and exhausts that rattle the glasses in cupboards are enforced. Dahl’s answer: … more
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A Hughes OH-6 Cayuse “Loach” and a Bell UH-1 Iroquois “Huey” come in for a landing at the Southwest Washington Regional Airport for the third annual fly-in event at Cascade Air in Kelso on Sunday, Aug. 27. The aircraft are from The National Wings and Armor Foundation out of North Clark County.
The Wheels of the Skies: Cascade Air hosts annual fly-in event in Kelso
Aviation enthusiasts watched planes and helicopters fly in for the day and then looked at the aircraft up close for a fly-in event Sunday at the Southwest Washington Regional Airport in Kelso Sunday, … more
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A Washington State Patrol vehicle responds to an incident in this file photo.
Road Rules: When can police cars speed?
In the Aug. 31 edition of Road Rules, Target Zero Manager Doug Dahl answered a question that many have wondered: Is it lawful for police vehicles to exceed posted speed limits without having their … more
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Windhaven Ride for Veterans rides across North Clark County to benefit equine therapy program
From ilani to Amboy Territorial Days Park, classic cars and motorcycles came together on Saturday, Aug. 26 to benefit a veteran’s equine therapy program.  “The goal of these … more
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A classic car rides up to the awards table during the La Center Our Days car show July 29.
Classic cars shine at Our Days show
Vehicles drive on Interstate 5 near Salmon Creek. In his July 13 Road Rules article, Doug Dahl, Target Zero manager - communications lead for the Washington Traffic Safety Commission, answered whether it is legal and safe for people to wear earplugs while driving.
Target Zero: Driving with earplugs
In his latest Road Rules article, Doug Dahl, Target Zero manager - communications lead for the Washington Traffic Safety Commission, addressed whether it is legal and safe for people to wear earplugs … more
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Road trip planning pointers
Travelers take to the open road for any number of reasons. When traveling on a summer vacation, families may find it’s more affordable to travel by car than to pay for airline tickets for … more
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A classic Chevrolet pick-up truck travels on Main Street in Old Town Battle Ground during a cruise that took place last year.
Harvest Days will feature 10th annual cruise in Battle Ground
One of the community’s favorite events during Harvest Days will occur on Friday, July 14, when the Harvest Days Cruise travels down Main Street through Old Town Battle Ground. The event … more
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Special interest vehicles fill the cruise-in area of Alderbrook Park for the first cruise-in of the summer on Friday, May 26.
Cruise-ins return to Alderbrook Park during summer months
A summer favorite in the car enthusiast community has returned to the Cascade foothills of Eastern Clark County. Alderbrook Park in Brush Prairie held its first cruise-in of the season on … more
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A Clark Public Utilities employee educates people about electric vehicles and at home charging stations at the Home and Garden Idea Fair in Ridgefield on Saturday, April 29. In the background is a fully electric work van that CPU utilizes.
Clark Public Utilities educates consumers on how to reduce carbon footprint through EV Garage display
Employees from Clark Public Utilities volunteered their time during the Home and Garden Idea Fair to answer questions and to provide more information about electric vehicles (EV) and the resources … more
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Wake’s Driving School is the only driver’s ed program in Battle Ground. It is located at 105 W. Main St. in unit 103.
Wake’s Driving School offers driver’s ed program to students in North Clark County
Wake’s Driving School in Battle Ground helps prepare teens so they can hit the road equipped with the proper knowledge to drive safely. I n Washington, teens can get their learner’s … more
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When filling up their gas tanks, drivers should avoid topping off, which can prove harmful to vehicles over time.
Three simple maintenance strategies that can keep cars running longer
The last few years have not proven the most advantageous times for new car buyers. According to the Consumer Price Index Summary from the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, buyers paid 12.2% … more
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Cars and trucks create large sprays of water as they travel along Interstate 5 in this file photo.
Road rules: Traditional enforcement won’t solve issue of headlights that are too bright
Doug Dahl, the Target Zero manager with the Washington Traffic Safety Commission, answers popular travel-related questions.  Q: What is the enforcement protocol for aftermarket lights … more
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Cars line up on the northbound offramp from Interstate 5 into Woodland.
How to exit the interstate safely with increased traffic
Doug Dahl, the Target Zero manager with the Washington Traffic Safety Commission, answers popular travel-related questions.  Q: Traffic on the freeway has increased over the years and now … more
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The Chelatchie Prairie Railroad takes riders on a two-hour adventure to meet Santa for the holidays.
Chelatchie Prairie Railroad rides into the holidays
The Chelatchie Prairie Railroad is bringing holiday magic to riders of its Santa Trains.  The historic railroad is running Santa Trains for the next three weekends in the month of … more
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Volunteers with the Friends of Ridgefield Community Library show off their table of books at a trunk or treat event in Ridgefield on Oct. 29.
Trunk or treat event brings Halloween fun to Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Center
The Ridgefield community came out in droves for some spooky, Halloween-themed fun on Saturday, Oct. 29, as Alyssa Curran Realty Group, the Ridgefield National Honor Society and parents hosted a trunk … more
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First Clark County Roadster Show to be hosted in Ridgefield
The Clark County Event Center in Ridgefield will host the first Clark County Roadster Show on Oct. 8 and Oct. 9. Organizer Patrick Haynes has a love for cars and is excited to see what the … more
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A train along the Chelatchie Prairie Railroad.
Chelatchie Prairie Railroad to host upcoming diesel train rides
The Chelatchie Prairie Railroad will once again hold its September diesel train ride on Sept. 10 and Sept. 11. Railroad President Randy Williams said the ride will take passengers along the … more
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A C-Tran bus driver waits before going to his next stop.
C-Tran wins Transit System of the Year for second time in a row
C-Tran has been named the North American Transit System of the Year for the second time in a row.  The public transportation system, headquartered in Vancouver, was given the award by the … more
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