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A Columbia River Camaro Club (CRCC) member presents the "Best of Show" award during last year's Woodland Planters Days Sunday car show. CRCC has hosted the Woodland Planters Days car show since 2021.
Columbia River Camaro Club celebrates camaraderie, charity and cars
Few cars have captured the hearts of enthusiasts like the Chevrolet Camaro, and for members of the Columbia River Camaro Club (CRCC), that passion goes far beyond the vehicle itself. At the … more
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A G-scale model train makes a pass by a hobbyist at The Rose City Garden Railroad at the Clark County Event Center in January 2023.
The Great Train Show returns to Ridgefield with 200+ tables of vendors
Model railroading, also known as The World's Greatest Hobby, is coming to the Clark County Events Center for another year.  The show welcomes everyone who wants to start the hobby or who is … more
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The Chelatchie Prairie Railroad Christmas Train comes out of the 300-foot long tunnel last year.
Yacolt Christmas Train rides nearly booked out
The Chelatchie Prairie Railroad Christmas Train excursion returns for another year of holiday fun on the rails. Already, the train excursion is 75% booked out, said Randy Williams, the president of … more
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Excel Window Tinting and Auto Spa employee Joanna Vlaskenko installs a wrap on a vehicle at the shop in Brush Prairie on Wednesday, Oct. 30.
Brush Prairie store proves getting tinted windows a year-round option
On Wednesday, Oct. 30, Excel Window Tinting and Auto Spa shop in Brush Prairie employees wrapped vehicles to give them a new color at a lower cost than a full paint job. While window tinting is … more
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The Vancouver Dozer Day event on Saturday, Oct. 5, and Sunday, Oct. 6, at the Clark County Fairgrounds, offers opportunities for kids to operate heavy construction equipment with the assistance of an equipment operator at the fairground grandstand.
Dozer Day this weekend offers opportunities to operate heavy construction equipment
Visitors have the opportunity to operate heavy construction equipment under the guidance of an experienced operator and participate in other activities, including a mullet contest during the … more
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Goats Moto sales specialist Aaron Bell showcases his customized Kawasaki dirt bike. Originally equipped with a 110cc engine and basic controls, the bike has been upgraded over time with advanced throttles, levers and a powerful 143cc engine.
Local dirt bike veteran shares tips and top spots for beginners
Clark County resident Aaron Bell has had a lifelong passion for dirt biking. His passion for motorsports led him to help establish Goats Moto, a dirt and mountain bike dealership and servicer in … more
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Matthew Barner, winner of two demolition derby events last year, is seeking a win at the Clark County Fair with his military aircraft-themed sedan he spent last week getting ready for crashing yet again.
Clark County Fair motorsports drivers share their preparations, favorite aspects
The Clark County Fair features a handful of adrenaline pumping motorsports, often with locals behind the wheel. A few shared their favorite aspects of competing in the motorsports and their … more
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Battle Ground resident Jesse Lambert drove his 1954 Chevy Bel Air he dubbed “Blue Bel” to the Camas Car Show on Saturday, June 29.
North county locals bring their classic rides to Camas Car Show
A handful of north Clark County locals attended the Downtown Camas Association’s Camas Car Show on Saturday, June 29, to show off their classic rides.  Along with north county car … more
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Car show and cruise season is coming up in Clark County. Already, car show enthusiasts or collectors can attend many that are scheduled or taking place weekly.
Car shows and cruises abound in Clark County this summer
Clark County is jam-packed with a slate of car shows and cruises from June to July and beyond this summer. Car enthusiasts will have numerous opportunities to show off their sweet ride or attend as a … more
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Richard Marini, Battle Ground resident and Fort Vancouver Antique Equipment Association club president, bought this 1922 Fordson from Henry Hershey of Yacolt before Marini turned 20 years old.
Antique farm tractor collection in Battle Ground still sees use
Battle Ground resident Richard Marini started collecting small tractors as a young man and now has 10-plus antique farm machines, which he still puts to use regularly. Marini’s top tractor … more
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Battle Ground City Councilman Shane Bowman participated in the Alcan 5000 car rally — a time-speed-distance road rally taking drivers from the Seattle metropolitan area to Anchorage, Alaska — in his Jeep Wrangler Rubicon from Feb. 21 to March 1.
Battle Ground city council member participates in Alcan 5000 car rally
Battle Ground City Councilman Shane Bowman pushed his Jeep’s four wheels and love for adventure to the limit when he finished the Alcan 5000 car rally, driving from Kirkland to Anchorage, … more
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Bob Ford and his wife, Priscilla, look through a photo scrapbook dedicated to the last 30 years of Bob’s Automotive in Ridgefield.
Bob’s Automotive in Ridgefield celebrates 30th anniversary
After opening up shop as the new guy in town 30 years ago, Bob Ford has taken himself from a small-town outsider to a community staple in Ridgefield. Bob’s Automotive in Ridgefield … more
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Clark Public Utilities estimates it has saved $10,000 per year on fuel costs by using an electric Ford work van. The electric van has the same storage space and shelving capabilities as the gas-powered one.
Clark Public Utilities highlights efficient vehicle fleet
From cost-saving electric vans to a cleaner diesel fuel for a diverse vehicle fleet, Clark Public Utilities (CPU) continues to broaden its mission of being more efficient. Jeff Carter, CPU fleet … more
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Joe Cain, CEO of CarSolve, works with employees at the office in Vancouver.
CarSolve offers a new way for online car sales
While Joe Cain started his career helping people improve their golf swing, the Battle Ground High School alumnus and entrepreneur now helps people receive the best price for their cars. Cain … more
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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
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