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Board of Health seeks nurse representative for Public Health Advisory Council
The Clark County Board of Health is seeking a volunteer representing the working nurse community to join the Public Health Advisory Council. Applications are due by 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31. The … more
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A section of Pioneer Street in Ridgefield, between Discovery Drive and 53rd Place, will be closed for construction Friday, Oct. 25, through Monday, Oct. 28.
Ridgefield Pioneer Street to close for construction this week
The City of Ridgefield will close Pioneer Street between Discovery Drive and 53rd Place from 8 p.m., Friday, Oct. 25, until 6 a.m., Monday, Oct. 28, as construction continues to widen the road and … more
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Take a journey through this area’s rich history
Enjoy snapshots of local history written in past issues of the Reflector from 30, 20 and 10 years ago, respectively. A look back at October, 30 years ago On Oct. 3, 1994, La Center … more
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Tukes Valley and Chief Umtuch students from the DREAM Team pose at the Washington State Prevention Summit in Spokane in October 2023. The student branch of the Prevent Together: Battle Ground Prevention Alliance focuses on drug prevention and promoting youth wellness. A pickleball fundraiser will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26, at Chief Umtuch Middle School, 700 NW Ninth St., Battle Ground.
Prevent Together: Battle Ground Prevention Alliance set to host inaugural fundraiser
Community members are invited to join a fundraiser aimed at promoting youth wellness and preventing substance abuse through the sport of Pickleball. The event, hosted by Prevent Together: Battle … more
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On Tuesday, Oct. 15, U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, spoke at a forum held by the Woodland Chamber of Commerce. The representative highlighted her commitment to providing opportunities for small businesses and strengthening the middle class.
MGP champions small business reforms, questions state’s green energy approach at local forum
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, highlighted her refusal to play “party politics” and her commitment to local priorities, including support for small businesses and the middle … more
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The Clark County Council has approved a five-year contract between La Center and the Clark County Sheriff’s Office, restoring police services to the city. The agreement, which includes a chief, four patrol deputies and a support specialist, follows a temporary arrangement made in late February
Clark County Council approves La Center contract for police services
During its Tuesday, Oct. 15 meeting, the Clark County Council unanimously approved an agreement between La Center and the Clark County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) to provide police services for the … more
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Celebrated local artist earns county Lifelong Achievement Award
The Clark County Council proclaimed Oct. 15, 2024, as James Lee Hansen Day in honor of the celebrated sculptor and Battle Ground resident. Hansen, a lifelong Clark County resident, was subsequently … more
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The Battle Ground Police Department unveiled a fresh graphics design that will be on eight new patrol cars rolling out onto city streets soon. The new design features Mount St. Helens and evergreen trees.
BGPD rolls out in style with personalized design, new vehicles
Community members will start noticing a new look on Battle Ground Police Department (BGPD) vehicles as eight new squad cars will hit the streets in the coming months.  The cars will sport … more
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Providing fresh baked goods for over 18 years has been a family affair for Sadie and Josie’s Bakery in La Center. Pictured is the family of co-owners Josie Hubler, far left, Sharon Martin, third from left, and Sadie Shapovalov, far right.
Family-owned and operated bakery in La Center has it all, from sourdough breads to donuts
Sadie and Josie’s Bakery has been a staple in the La Center food scene for over 18 years, and continues to expand its offerings to treat the taste buds of more customers each year.  … more
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The Battle Ground Festivals Association will host its annual Trick or Treat Trail from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31. Participating businesses displaying yellow pumpkins will pass candy to trick-or-treaters on Main Street from Battle Ground Plaza to the Community Center. BG Trick or Treat Trail returns Oct. 31.
BG Trick or Treat Trail returns Oct. 31
The Battle Ground Main Street community will continue its tradition of bringing the magic of Halloween to local trick-or-treaters. The Battle Ground Festivals Association will host its annual … more
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Maya Dunham washes a pumpkin after a fun day with family at the Bi-Zi Farms pumpkin patch in Brush Prairie on Thursday, Oct. 17.
Bi-Zi Farms Pumpkin Patch brings smiles to all ages
 The Pumpkin Patch and Harvest Festival at Bi-Zi Farms in Brush Prairie, 9504 NE 119th St., will be open Thursday through Sunday this weekend, Oct. 24 through Oct. 27. On Thursday and Friday, … more
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Families and kids can enjoy spooky games and candy prizes at Battle Ground’s annual Halloween Fright Night from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 31, at the Battle Ground Community Center. Trick-or-treaters can find more candy at the trunk-or-treat at the Community Center’s east parking lot, where residents park their decorated vehicles to hand out candy.
Halloween Fright Night set to bring games, prizes to Battle Ground community
Battle Ground's annual Halloween Fright Night, hosted by Parks & Recreation, will take place from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 31, at the Battle Ground Community Center, 912 E. Main St. … more
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Clark County Sheriff John Horch said he believes the Clark County Sheriff’s Office will provide better coverage to northern Clark County with additional staff resulting in faster response times when incidents around Yacolt and Amboy occur. Chief Enforcement Deputy Brian Kessel said 16 new hires are either in the current academy training class or waiting for the next class to begin.
CCSO sheriff shares staffing goals, residents express traffic concerns in town hall
Clark County Sheriff John Horch believes more staff and the La Center policing contract that was finalized last week will assist patrol deputies by providing better coverage to the rural north Clark … more
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The Friends of Clark County organization has taken a stand against the Dabbler timber sale, which consists of legacy forest timber, a step below old growth, similar to this stand of trees near the Olympic National Park.
Friends of Clark County stand against Dabbler timber sale
The Friends of Clark County (FOCC), an organization defending the Growth Management Act, has taken a stand against the Dabbler timber sale that could benefit the Battle Ground Public Schools … more
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Rex’s Haunted House in Ridgefield will scare guests with werewolves, scarecrows and other Halloween frights. Open from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Oct. 25, Oct. 26 and Oct. 31, the family-run attraction features themed decorations, jumpscares and candy for those attending on Halloween. Rex's Haunted House is located at 1018 NW 179th St. in Ridgefield.
Rex’s Haunted House brings Halloween fright to Ridgefield
Werewolves, scarecrows and a chilling combination of the two — scarewolves — will haunt those brave enough to venture into Rex’s Haunted House in Ridgefield this month.  … more
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This is a photo of former Battle Ground High School teacher Kevin Weeks sent to a decoy account by the People v. Preds. Organization before he was arrested in Albany, Oregon, in April, on suspicion of first-degree online sexual corruption of a child after he allegedly agreed to meet with a decoy account. Weeks was sentenced to 18 months in Oregon prison on Wednesday, Oct. 16.
Former Battle Ground teacher sentenced in Oregon for online sexual corruption of a child
A former Battle Ground High School teacher who was arrested in Albany, Oregon, in April was sentenced to 18 months in an Oregon prison during a court hearing on Wednesday, Oct. 16.  Kevin … more
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Area artists to open their studios during Clark County Open Studios Tour
The 11th annual installment of the Clark County Open Studios Tour highlighting area artists takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 2 and Nov. 3 at various locations. A total of 53 artists in … more
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County seeks volunteer for Planning Commission
The Clark County Council is seeking a volunteer to serve on the Planning Commission. Applications are due by 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1. The volunteer Planning Commission position will begin Jan. 1, … more
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County Council considering repeal of Chelatchie surface mining overlay
The Clark County Council will soon hold a public hearing on whether or not to repeal a mining overlay, which may cost the county millions in grants, should the overlay continue. In 2022, the … more
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Ridgefield City Council delays potential speed limit changes on various roads
During its Thursday, Oct. 10, meeting, the Ridgefield City Council postponed a public hearing and potential speed limit changes for several current and future roads. The proposed amendments were … more
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