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The Woodland City Council continued the discussion on Traffic Impact Fees with a public hearing in its Monday, March 16 meeting. Mayor Todd Dinehart described the topic as a “tough nugget” that the community will have to work on together.
Woodland city council provide ideas for city staff to continue to look into traffic impact fee waiver request for “small businesses”
The Woodland City Council held a workshop to discuss the large costs traffic impact fees bring to businesses seeking to develop in the city during their Monday, March 16, meeting.  One of … more
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Washington State Sen. Adrian Cortes spoke with The Reflector last week about the 2026 legislative session, including his opposition to a new income tax on high earners.
Cortes explains vote against millionaire tax bill, reflects on short legislative session
Washington State Sen. Adrian Cortes of Battle Ground said his vote against a proposed income tax on high earners reflects concerns about limited relief for working families and small businesses, as … more
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Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson speaks to a crowd during a press conference in Vancouver on March 17. Leaders outlined a new cost estimate for the Interstate Bridge Replacement project and reaffirmed their commitment to moving forward.
Ferguson, partners push forward on Interstate 5 bridge replacement
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson and regional partners stood together in Vancouver during a Tuesday, March 17, press conference to reaffirm their commitment to replacing the aging Interstate Bridge, even … more
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Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, walks with Kevin Hoffman and his students at Carlisle Lake in Onalaska on Tuesday, Oct. 28.
Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez introduces bipartisan Fuel the Force act
Earlier this year, U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, introduced the bipartisan Fuel the Force Act with Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pennsylvania. The legislation is aimed at improving … more
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The Retreat fire, seen here, is burning about 14 miles southwest of Naches. As of Aug. 8 it was around 44,588 acres and 64% contained.
New state law nixes mortgage lender tax break to boost wildfire funding
At the close of last year’s Washington state legislative session, a key bucket of wildfire prevention funding was slashed nearly in half by lawmakers attempting to offset a budget deficit. If it … more
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U.S. Supreme Court skeptical of allowing states to count mail ballots that arrive after Election Day
The U.S. Supreme Court’s conservative justices on Monday appeared skeptical of the validity of mail-in ballots that arrive after Election Day, in a case that could potentially affect hundreds of … more
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Gov. Bob Ferguson delivers the State of the State address for the 2026 Legislative session at the Washington state Capitol in Olympia on Tuesday, Jan. 13.
‘No King Ferguson’: Washington Republicans plan protest of their own 
The Washington state Republican Party has announced it will hold a protest titled “No King Ferguson” at noon on Saturday, March 28. It will be held at the State Capitol in Olympia, on the … more
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State Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia, speaks at a Let’s Go Washington rally supporting initiatives concerning parental rights and barring transgender athletes from participating in girls’ athletics at the Washington state Capitol on Tuesday, Feb. 3.
Braun: Lots of reasons to become discouraged, no reason to give up after legislative session
Through the eyes of state Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia, Washington state's 2026 legislative session was full of many disappointments, but also some glimmers of hope — especially where local project … more
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Two dredging vessels, the government-owned Essayons and the Bayport, a contract vessel, at the mount of the Columbia River.
Army Corps plan for Columbia River dredge spoils could cost Southwest Washington ports millions
The federal agency that maintains the Columbia River’s shipping channel is proposing to build seven giant in-water pens as part of a $377 million project to manage dredge spoils over the next 20 … more
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Washington Bee Atlas finds 17 new state bee records; rediscovers 12 species last recorded in the state as long as 144 years ago
After wrapping up its second full year, the Washington state Department of Agriculture’s (WSDA) Washington Bee Atlas (WABA) has collected and identified records of nearly 30 new or rare bee species … more
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Washington State Parks increases fees to support operations
The Washington State Parks system stated in a news release that the revenue it earns from roofed accommodations, camping, Discover Pass sales and other fees is a core funding stream that helps keep … more
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DOH: RSV immunizations for infants available an additional month this year
The Washington state Department of Health (DOH) has extended the availability of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) immunizations for infants through April 30 as disease activity remains elevated … more
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State Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia, speaks at a Let’s Go Washington rally supporting initiatives concerning parental rights and barring transgender athletes from participating in girls’ athletics at the Washington state Capitol on Tuesday, Feb. 3.
John Braun for Congress hits $1 million in fundraising
The John Braun for Congress campaign says it has cracked $1 million in fundraising since launching last September. The campaign announced Thursday, March 12, that it had hit the $1 million … more
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Joe Kent speaks during a campaign appearance in Clark County during a previous run for Congress.
Joe Kent resigns as U.S. counterterrorism director, says Iran posed ‘no imminent threat’
Two-time Republican Washington Third Congressional District candidate Joe Kent on Tuesday announced his resignation as Trump-appointed director of the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center, citing … more
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Councilmembers listen to a presentation during a Ridgefield City Council meeting on Thursday, March 12. The council later unanimously approved a new residential rental assistance program after Councilmember Judy Chipman (left) motioned to waive a second reading and adopt the ordinance.
Ridgefield council approves rental assistance program
The Ridgefield City Council unanimously approved an ordinance on Thursday, March 12, establishing a residential rental assistance program to help low-income tenants remain in their homes during … more
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Rep. Jim Walsh, R-Aberdeen, speaks during a House floor debate on SB 6346 on Tuesday, March 10, in Olympia.
'These things are not secrets': Washington GOP lists priority districts for 2026 election
Facing a near supermajority, the chair of the Washington State Republican Party has his eyes on five districts heading into the 2026 election cycle in an attempt to regain some control over Olympia. … more
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Ridgefield Finance Director Kirk Johnson presents information about the proposed bond issuance during the Ridgefield City Council meeting on March 12. The ordinance would authorize up to $15.5 million in LTGO bonds to help fund construction of the long-planned Ridgefield Community Center.
Ridgefield City Council advances bond plan for community center
The Ridgefield City Council took a key step Thursday toward financing the long-awaited Ridgefield Community Center, advancing a bond ordinance authorizing up to $15.5 million in borrowing for the … more
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Public Works Director Tracy Coleman speaks during a La Center City Council work session on Wednesday, March 11. Coleman explained how Transportation Impact Fees (TIFs) help ensure that new development pays for a share of the infrastructure needed to support city growth, and staff recommended raising TIFs from $7,561 to $14,108.
La Center reviews potential traffic impact fee increase
The La Center City Council heard a presentation on Wednesday, March 11, about potential updates to the city’s Capital Facilities Plan and a proposal to nearly double Transportation Impact Fees … more
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Commander Phil Sample points to data on calls for service inside the La Center police building operated by the Clark County Sheriff’s Office. The data reflects policing trends during 2025, the first full year the sheriff’s office provided contracted police services for the city.
“Where no call is too small”: A look back at La Center’s first year of fully restored police services
While sitting in a restaurant during his early days in law enforcement, Clark County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Commander Phil Sample overheard a familiar line. “You see the cops sitting there? … more
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Comcast recently completed a broadband expansion project bringing high-speed internet access to nearly 500 homes northeast of Battle Ground Lake. At the end of last month, funding was approved for a $1 billion investment for broadband expansion across the state, with multiple projects lined up in Southwest Washington.
Comcast completes rural network expansion near Battle Ground Lake
A major broadband expansion project bringing high-speed internet access to nearly 500 homes northeast of Battle Ground Lake is now complete.  The project’s completion was announced by … more
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