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Members of American Legion Post 44 gather at Sportsman’s Public House in Ridgefield. From left: Jim Bowen, former commander John Rose, Chaplain Judith Wyatt, current Commander Jen McDonnell, and Historian Steve Raethke. The group continues to grow and aims to expand its community outreach in the coming year.
American Legion Post 44 keeps Ridgefield’s spirit of service strong
For more than a century, American Legion Post 44 has been a cornerstone of service and patriotism in Ridgefield. Its members, veterans from every branch and generation, carry on a legacy that extends … more
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BGPS opens referrals for Aspire Highly Capable Program
Battle Ground Public Schools (BGPS) is accepting referrals for the Aspire Highly Capable Program, which supports students who demonstrate advanced academic abilities or potential. Student referrals … more
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NatureScaping botanical garden seeks new board president
NatureScaping of Southwest Washington, a botanical garden located at 11000 NE 149th St., Brush Prairie, is seeking a new board president to begin service in January 2026. NatureScaping is a … more
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A Battle Ground police vehicle is equipped with a radar unit, computer and emergency lights, bringing its total cost to roughly $100,000. The city plans to add one more patrol car and two new officers if the proposed 0.1% sales tax for police services is approved.
Battle Ground delays vote on police sales tax
The Battle Ground City Council delayed a decision Monday on a proposed 0.1% sales tax increase intended to fund police services, agreeing to wait until all members were present and to explore other … more
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Mayor Todd Dinehart speaks during the Woodland City Council meeting on Monday, Nov. 3, explaining why the city would not respond to the Woodland Chamber of Commerce’s letter about lodging tax funds. The chamber raised concerns about the legality and compliance of how the city is using the funds, claiming that the center will close next year under the current plan.
Woodland Chamber questions city’s handling of tourism funds
The Woodland Chamber of Commerce continues to raise concerns about the city’s handling of lodging tax funds, saying recent actions may conflict with state law and could lead to the closure of … more
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The Ridgefield Family Resource Center of the Ridgefield School District has experienced an uptick in both donations and families accessing the food and supplies in recent weeks.
Ridgefield Family Resource Center highlights need to support food assistance programs throughout the area
While U.S. Department of Agriculture Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits remain partially funded and families reliant on the assistance are in limbo, there are also a multitude … more
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Woodland Mayor Todd Dinehart explains the city’s proposed utility rate increases during the Nov. 3 council meeting. The plan, if adopted in a Nov. 17 meeting, increases water rates by 13.6% in 2025 and 2026, followed by a 5.5% adjustment in 2027. Sewer rates will rise 3.6% in 2025, then 2.6% in 2026 and 2027. Stormwater rates will go up to 3.9% through 2027.
Woodland Council reaches consensus on utility rates, aims to keep costs manageable for residents
The Woodland City Council voted unanimously Monday, Nov. 3, to approve the first reading of an ordinance raising water, sewer and stormwater utility rates beginning in 2025. The rate plan … more
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Traffic moves through the intersection of state Route 503 and Southwest Eaton Boulevard on Nov. 3. The city hopes to secure $11 million in state and federal funding to widen the corridor, add turn lanes and signals, and improve safety for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians.
BG Council backs list of 2026 legislative priorities
The Battle Ground City Council on Monday unanimously approved its top priorities for the city’s 2026 legislative agenda, highlighting major infrastructure and community investments it hopes to … more
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A 34-year-old Battle Ground woman is being held on $10 million bail for allegedly poisoning a man’s drink and killing him in his ilani Casino hotel room in early October.
Battle Ground woman held on $10M bail for allegedly drugging, killing ilani Casino and Resort patron
A 34-year-old Battle Ground woman accused of killing a man by poisoning his drink in his hotel room at ilani Casino and Resort is being held on $10 million bail, according to Clark County Superior … more
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Voters deposit ballots into the Battle Ground ballot drop box on election day, Tuesday, Nov. 4. Early results show several newcomers leading in tight city council and school board races across north Clark County.
New leaders poised to take seats in Battle Ground, Woodland races
Preliminary election results show a wave of new candidates leading or securing victories in several contested city council and school board races across north Clark County. With only about 100 … more
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A resident raises a question during the Nov. 8 forum at Yacolt Primary School. Many attendees voiced concerns about fire danger, eminent domain, and the potential loss of trees and property value.
Residents press PacifiCorp over high-voltage line plan through eastern Clark County
Roger Jarvis built his home on a wooded property northeast of Battle Ground Lake, where he and his wife enjoy a sweeping view of Mount St. Helens. But that view and the landscape around it could soon … more
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The ballot drop box in Chehalis on Thursday, June 27.
Fight over counting mail-in ballots after Election Day will go before Supreme Court
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday took up a Republican-backed challenge to counting mail-in ballots received after Election Day. Depending how the justices rule, the case could be consequential … more
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From left, state Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Chehalis, state Rep. Ed Orcutt, R-Kalama, and state Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia, field questions during the legislative forum event at Jeremy’s Farm to Table in Chehalis on Thursday morning.
20th District lawmakers warn of new tax proposals during 2026 session
Three Washington lawmakers painted a grim picture of the state's upcoming legislative session during an early morning forum this week while assuring attendees that they would continue to be a voice … more
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Page Becca Jones with Rep. Peter Abbarno on April 17, 2025.
Rep. Peter Abbarno encourages students to apply for the 2026 Page Program
State Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Chehalis, is encouraging students across the 20th Legislative District and the state to apply for the legislative page program during the 2026 session. Each year, … more
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Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez listens to a Panamerican Berry Grower explain the operations in Mossyrock on a Lewis County Farm Bureau Tour on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024.
Gluesenkamp Perez introduces legislation to guarantee farmers the right to repair their own equipment
U.S. Reps. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, and Joe Neguse, D-Colorado, led the introduction of the Freedom for Agricultural Repair and Maintenance (FARM) Act last week, according to a news … more
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MGP v. Braun: A look at the most important race in next year's election in Washington state
VANCOUVER — On a Sunday two weeks before Halloween, people flocked from across southwestern Washington to the pumpkin patch and harvest festival at Bi-Zi Farms, on the outskirts of the biggest … more
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Voters deposit ballots into the Battle Ground Clark County ballot drop box on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 4. Early results show some close races across north Clark County
Early election results show tight local races, Vancouver levy passing
Preliminary election results released Tuesday night show several close races across north Clark County.  The first round of ballots, posted shortly after 8 p.m., shows the preliminary … more
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A Sierra Pacific Industries logging truck drives through during the Loggers Jubilee Parade in Morton on Saturday, Aug. 9.
U.S. Forest Service restarts effort to change decades-old Pacific Northwest forest policy
A yearslong endeavor to change logging and environmental policies for millions of acres of Pacific Northwest forests is getting a restart. The U.S. Forest Service is going back to the drawing … more
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U.S. Air Force Airman First Class Keigan Baker of Longview
Gold Star mother participates in statewide ‘Trees of Heroes’ event, honoring her son along with other fallen service members from throughout Southwest Washington
On March 19, 2020, U.S. Air Force Airman First Class Keigan Baker of Longview — a special operations combat controller assigned to the Special Tactics Training Squadron’s 24th Special … more
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Clark County Council Chair Sue Marshall, left, and Contract Administrator DeAnn Cordes, right, listen during the Oct. 30 EMS District 2 board meeting. The board unanimously approved higher ambulance rates for 2026 after Vancouver withdrew from the regional contract.
Clark County EMS District 2 approves higher ambulance rates after Vancouver withdraws from partnership
Ambulance rides across much of northern Clark County will soon cost significantly more after the EMS District 2 board voted Thursday to approve higher rates for emergency medical transport, a … more
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