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“Nice little lightning show tonight around sunset,” Ian Reed of the Mount St. Helens Science and Learning Center at Coldwater wrote on Tuesday night. Reed captured these photos of lightning over the volcano as thunderstorms moved through the region.
In Focus: Lightning puts on a show above Mount St. Helens
“Nice little lightning show tonight around sunset,” Ian Reed of the Mount St. Helens Science and Learning Center at Coldwater wrote on Tuesday night. Reed captured these photos of lightning … more
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Clark County Counsel to deliver State of the County address May 19
Clark County Council Chair Sue Marshall will deliver the 2026 State of the County address on Tuesday, May 19, at the Clark County Public Service Center, 1300 Franklin St., Vancouver. Doors open … more
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Anna Hartley makes her first appearance in Clark County Superior Court on Tuesday, May 12, regarding the charges of first-degree child molestation and first-degree trafficking. 
Clark County woman charged with child sex crimes after arrest of husband 
Citing an “ongoing pattern of very severe child sexual abuse,” a Clark County deputy prosecutor on Tuesday asked for half a million dollars in bail for a woman arrested by Vancouver police after … more
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An invasive yellow-legged hornet was discovered on a grain ship in the Port of Vancouver on April 30. Now, the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) Pest Program is asking residents in the greater Vancouver area to watch for and report possible sightings of the species.
WSDA asks Vancouver area residents to watch for invasive yellow-legged hornet after port interception
The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) Pest Program is asking residents in the greater Vancouver area to watch for and report possible sightings of the invasive yellow-legged hornet … more
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Woodland Mayor Todd Dinehart said he would have staff explore a phased approach to impact fee increases following a workshop with Woodland School District officials on Monday, May 4.
“I see a three-three split”: Woodland council revisits school impact fee debate
Two months after rejecting a proposed increase to school impact fees, the Woodland City Council revisited the topic on Monday, May 4, during a workshop with school district leaders. Council members … more
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A paved walking trail is seen in Remy Park in Battle Ground. The city plans to develop a community park, mostly south of the trail, with playgrounds, sports courts, and picnic areas. The first of four planned phases is expected to begin in early 2027
Remy Park moves toward first phase of construction to serve West Battle Ground
City officials anticipate construction on the first phase of Remy Park could begin in early 2027, as plans move forward for a community park serving Battle Ground’s underserved west side. The … more
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Future 42 Clark County, a local chapter of Project 42 that launched late last year, recently released a scorecard evaluating the Clark County Council’s policy directions. Council Chair Sue Marshall and Council Member Wil Fuentes were the only two members listed as fully against the organization’s position on all five discussed policies.
Future 42 Clark County highlights five key policy battles on county council scorecard
Future 42 Clark County, the local branch of the conservative nonprofit Project 42, released its scorecard Friday, May 1, evaluating the Clark County Council on five major issues: homelessness policy, … more
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The Old Town Facade Improvement Grant Program will distribute up to $50,000 in matching grants, with eligible applicants receiving up to $10,000.
Battle Ground launches Old Town facade improvement grant program
The city of Battle Ground is offering grants to support exterior improvements for businesses and commercial properties in Old Town. The Old Town Facade Improvement Grant Program will distribute … more
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Woodland resident Jaymi Sowder says her dogs, Lola and Beau (“the gremlin”), pushed her into leading efforts for a Woodland dog park.
Woodland residents’ vision for community dog park inches closer to reality after receiving nonprofit status
For Woodland resident Jaymi Sowder, a dream inspired by her dogs has grown into a community-wide effort to bring a dog park to the south Cowlitz County community.  Sowder’s vision began … more
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Mayor of Battle Ground, Eric Overholser, listens to public comment during the city council’s Monday, May 4 meeting.
Alleged double standards in Battle Ground Mayor’s proclamations come to the forefront of council meeting’s public comment period
A group of four Battle Ground citizens raised concerns about alleged discrepancies in Mayor Eric Overholser’s proclamations, later in the week, saying he has already denied a Pride Month … more
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Chad Hartley makes a court appearance on Wednesday, May 6. Hartley remains in Clark County Jail on 17 charges related to a child exploitation investigation.
Ex-pediatrician, former medical assistant linked to alleged child exploitation ring
A local pediatrician, a medical assistant and a registered sex offender are at the center of a child exploitation investigation in Clark County that has led to over a dozen criminal charges, … more
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U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez seeks a third term representing the Third Congressional District and will face eight challengers in the Aug. 4 primary election.
Candidate filing closes for local primary, setting up crowded congressional and county council races
Candidate filing for the Aug. 4 primary election closed Friday, May 8, setting the stage for competitive races across Southwest Washington. Washington’s Third Congressional District race drew … more
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Brian Trembley adjusts a log on his portable sawmill before cutting it into planks at Lewisville Park on Thursday, May 7. The lumber produced during the project will eventually support Clark County park projects, including benches, tables and rails.
Woodwork after windfall: Local sawyer turns fallen trees into future local park benches, tables
Those visiting Lewisville Park north of Battle Ground within the past two weeks have likely heard the whine of a portable sawmill as Brian Trembley transforms fallen trees from a winter windstorm … more
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Beaver kits are pictured with their mother in this photo provided by the Cowlitz Indian Tribe.
The Cowlitz ‘Kit Cam’: Cowlitz Indian Tribe launches new livestream dedicated to documenting beaver family relocation
On April 16, four baby beavers, or kits, were born as a part of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe’s ongoing beaver relocation program. Now, animal lovers will be able to track the growth of the kits … more
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Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez speaks with area residents at Rainier Senior Center on Wednesday, May 28.
Gluesenkamp Perez pushes to preserve Washington state mail-in ballot access
U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, recently pushed the House Appropriations Committee to preserve Washington state’s widely used vote-by-mail system, according to a news release from … more
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The Washington state Capitol is pictured from Heritage Park in Olympia on Tuesday, Feb. 3.
Survey: Nearly one in four Washington businesses now considering leaving state
A new survey shows the number of employers looking to move their business out of Washington rose to 24%, up from 17% in the prior quarter and nearly triple the number reported in the Association of … more
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One of many buckets upstairs in the Cedar Creek Grist Mill on Wednesday, April 29, is used to collect water from the leaking roof as repairs are in dire need to preserve the historic structure.
Roof repairs key to preserving historic Cedar Creek Grist Mill for future generations
Built in 1876 and restored through decades of volunteer labor, the historic Cedar Creek Grist Mill has become one of Clark County’s most recognizable links to the region’s pioneer past. Now, … more
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Washington state Sen. John Braun smiles after speaking at a fundraiser to kick off his congressional campaign at Jester Auto Museum on Thursday, Sept. 18.
NRCC adds more candidates to MAGA Majority program, including John Braun
The National Republican Congressional Committee on Monday added eight candidates to its target list, including several contenders in battleground seats that are key to the party’s hopes of … more
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Players rally beneath the metal roof at the Kiwanis Park pickleball courts in Battle Ground on Thursday, April 30. A city-commissioned study conducted late last year found the roof structure contributes to noise carrying into nearby neighborhoods.
City staff weigh new sound mitigation options as pickleball complaints continue
Months after a city-commissioned noise study recommended measures to reduce noise levels at Kiwanis Park pickleball courts, Battle Ground officials are still evaluating options as residents await an … more
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Jennifer De Luz speaks with The Reflector reporters during an interview in Woodland on April 30. Sher outlined her intention to resign, citing health challenges, housing instability and disputes with Mayor Todd Dinehart.
Woodland councilor announces resignation amid health and housing issues, dispute with mayor
Woodland City Council member Jennifer De Luz told The Reflector she planned to resign due to health issues, unstable housing and tensions with Mayor Todd Dinehart. She announced her intention in an … more
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