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Clark Public Utilities 75th Anniversary Event, October 8th, 2013. Photos by Randy Kepple Photographs.
Precautions should be taken with seasonal decor
From Halloween to Christmas decorations, homeowners should not overlook taking care of the wires that make the holiday cheer possible. From overloaded circuits to exposed wires because of … more
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Clark Public Utilities 75th Anniversary Event, October 8th, 2013. Photos by Randy Kepple Photographs.
Now is the time to prep for winter around the home
As the weather gets cooler this fall, now is an ideal time to complete projects to prepare the home for the cold weather season. Clark Public Utilities’ Dameon Pesanti provided a checklist … more
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Fallen leaves wait to be properly removed from a yard so they do not clog storm drains or fill landfills with organic waste.
Officials urge people to use and dispose of fall leaves properly
Fall leaves can be good or bad, depending on what someone plans to do with them. They can make for great garden mulch and compost, but if the plan is to dispose of them, people are advised to do so … more
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Leaves are utilized as a mulch around a twinberry honeysuckle plant in a landscaped area.
Free online and in-person workshops promote composting and sustainable living
Clark County Public Health’s Composter Recycler program is offering a series of free online and in-person workshops to teach participants how to reduce their impact on the planet.  … more
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Community Calendar, Oct. 11, 2023 edition
Lady Mad Hatters: 11:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 13, Battle Ground Red Robin, 1112 S.W. Scotton Way in Battle Ground. For more information, contact Sharon Wodtke at 360-953-3278 or by emailing … more
First responders stand with cardiac arrest survivor Brad Ruff and wife Gretchen Ruff, center. From left to right, Dr. Jason Hanley, MD — PeaceHealth, Fire District 3 firefighter Tim Axelson; Kaden Shropshire — American Medical Response; American Medical Response paramedic Tanner Elliott; Fire District 3 Capt. Josh Hall; Fire District 3 firefighter/paramedic Jerik Traffie; Brad Ruff; Gretchen Ruff; Fire District 3 intern Trey Bowman; Battle Ground Police officers Max Everett and Jeff Cabanting-Rafael; and Fire District 3 firefighter Kirk Meller.
Battle Ground cardiac arrest survivor and first responders gather for positive closure
Around 6:45 p.m. on Aug. 25, Battle Ground resident Brad Ruff’s heart stopped. Because of the quick efforts of his wife and first responders, a month later Ruff got to thank everyone who saved … more
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CASEE Center founder Mark Watrin, right, listens as current students give a tour of the westside’s arboretum during a 30th anniversary celebration on Saturday, Sept. 30.
CASEE Center celebrates 30th anniversary
A special educational opportunity is open to students in the Battle Ground Public Schools district, as the Center for Agriculture, Science and Environmental Education (CASEE Center) has served … more
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State ecology department threatens enforcement on Bi-Zi Farms’ water usage
A historic Brush Prairie farm now faces fines if it withdraws water over a relatively small limit as issues regarding water rights have come to a head. On Sept. 16, the Washington state … more
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Woodland council, school district candidates face off in forum
Candidates for one Woodland City Council seat and one Woodland Public Schools seat made their cases for why they should be elected last week during the first of a series of candidate forums ahead of … more
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La Center council, school board candidates make their cases for election
La Center’s candidates for the November general election provided the public with their insights on how city government and the public school district should be run last week. During a … more
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Cowlitz Tribe, others receive more than $1.2 million in energy grants
The Cowlitz Indian Tribe is among three local governments and nonprofits to receive part of $35.4 million grants announced by the Washington State Department of Commerce to plan and install solar and … more
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Camas City Councilor Leslie Lewallen takes part in a kickoff for her campaign for Washington’s Third Congressional District Sept. 23.
Camas city councilor running for Third Congressional District seat as Republican
A challenger for Washington’s Third Congressional District could complicate things next year as Republican Leslie Lewallen has officially kicked off her campaign against fellow GOP member Joe … more
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County jail renovation contract pushed back over process concerns
A nearly $13 million contract to start the process of renovating the Clark Count y Jail hit a snag as county councilors questioned what they were signing up for. During the Sept. 19 meeting, the … more
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New I-5 bridge replacement group seeks to benefit community
The project to replace the aging Interstate 5 bridge over the Co lumbia River has another advisory group within its planning structure, with the newest addition focused on how the project benefit the … more
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Members of the Ridgefield Police Department sport pink shirts and pink patches for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Ridgefield police vehicles will feature pink ribbons for the month of October, and city staff are participating by wearing pink City logo shirts on Wednesdays, as well.
Ridgefield Police Department recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month with pink patches
Ridgefield is joining public safety agencies in Clark County and across the nation by participating in the “Pink Patch Project” for the sixth consecutive year this October. According … more
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Over 60 varieties of pumpkins, squash and gourds are available at The Patch at Whalen Oaks Farm. The Patch includes two corn mazes, a U-pick pumpkin field and more from Oct. 1 through Oct. 31.
The Patch at Whalen Oaks Farm and Chelatchie Prairie Railroad offer activities this month
Looking for Halloween and fall-themed activities? The Patch at Whalen Oaks Farm and the Chelatchie Prairie Railroad are offering different opportunities this month. The Patch at Whalen Oaks Farm … more
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The Chelatchie Prairie Railroad near Moulton Falls Regional Park is pictured.
County approves plan to accept railroad ties for Chelatchie Prairie Railroad
Rehabilitation of the Chelatchie Prairie Railroad is set to have more material support as the Clark County Council approved an agreement to accept railroad tie donations to help with the county-owned … more
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It took a village of Hockinson Hawks to stop Woodland’s Elijah Andersen in the run game as he rushed for 181 yards in the Beavers’ 40-21 win on Friday, Sept. 29.
Woodland Beavers win big at home over the Hawks
Cade Barker cade@thereflector.com In a wide open 2A Greater St. Helens League, the Beavers find themselves with momentum on their side after a 40-21 win over the Hockinson Hawks on Friday, … more
La Center’s Whitney Martell spikes the ball for a big point in La Center’s 3-0 victory over the Columbia-White Salmon Bruins on Thursday, Sept. 28.
La Center High School volleyball finds themselves in WIAA 1A top 10
The La Center High School volleyball team won Thursday, Sept. 28 in three straight sets over Columbia-White Salmon High School, adding to the season’s 30-1 total of sets won. Earlier last … more
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Ridgefield junior Davis Sullivan, wearing No. 782, leads the pack on his way to a cross country victory at Hockinson Meadows Community Park in a meet between Ridgefield, Woodland and Hockinson high schools on Wednesday, Sept. 27.
Ridgefield High School juniors lead Spudders cross country team
A pair of juniors are leading Ridgefield’s growing cross country team after both making the switch from soccer as their previous sport. The Spudders cross country team consists of 52 … more
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