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State audit of Ridgefield School District finds no faults
The Ridgefield School District received a clean audit from the Washington State Auditor’s Office for the 2021-2022 school year, the district announced. The audit is an annual occurrence … more
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Marita Wantaja takes photos of a baby during her Mother's Day inspired photoshoots at the Trove gift shop in Battle Ground on Thursday, May 11.
Battle Ground photographer plans to host outdoor photoshoots over the summer months
Marita Wantaja, a local photographer in Battle Ground, recently created an outdoor photo studio with a backdrop for a Mother’s Day photoshoot opportunity. The success of her pop up service … more
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Participants in a previous Hockinson Fun Days Parade hand out candy to kids. This year’s event will take place at noon on Saturday, June 3.
Hockinson Fun Days returns with jam packed schedule
Hockinson Fun Days will kick off this year with a family-friendly bingo event on Friday, June 2, followed by a day full of festivities and a parade the next day. Doors for bingo will open at … more
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A kitten available for adoption at Furry Friends is pictured.
Furry Friends preps for fall auction and will host first adoption event since 2019
Last year, Furry Friends spent $165,000 for medical costs for 520 cats, and this year, the organization’s marketing director Diane Stevens anticipates that number to grow closer to $200,000. … more
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The tree of life design is displayed on a three piece six-foot-by-two-foot steel privacy screen.
Metal Art Fever creates patio privacy screens from steel
M etal Art Fever makes its steel creations out of the Amboy area and is a majority family-owned and operated business. The business, which specializes in handcrafted metal decorations for the … more
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Community Calendar, May 31, 2023 edition
Friday night cruise-ins: 4 to 8 p.m. every Friday through Sept. 15. Alderbrook Park welcomes all special interest cars, trucks and bikes at its cruise-in events. Participating vehicles need to pay … more
Ridgefield players cheer on their teammates during the 2A state title game against North Kitsap at Carlon Park in Selah on Saturday, May 27.
Ridgefield softball finishes second at 2A state tournament
The Ridgefield softball team ended its run for a state title in second place following an 8-1 loss against No rth Kitsap in the final game of the 2A state championship tournament on Saturday, May 27, … more
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The area above the debris slide on the Spirit Lake Memorial Highway is pictured in this photo from the U.S. Forest Service.
Forest Service hopes to provide ‘alternative’ recreation at Mount St. Helens as surveys of South Coldwater Slide continue
The U.S. Forest Service is hoping, somehow, the travelers from across the world who come to visit Mount St. Helens this summer still get their views of the unique, eruption-severed north face, … more
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After Gov. Jay Inslee signed a new bill related to pet insurance into law in April, Washington residents can expect more protection and less confusion, according to a news release from Washington state Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler. 
State insurance commissioner highlights new rules under state pet insurance law
After Gov. Jay Inslee signed a new bill related to pet insurance into law in April, Washington residents can expect more protection and less confusion, according to a news release from Washington … more
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Clark County Elections office
Candidates file for various positions during filing week
Washington state’s candidate filing week for 2023’s municipal elections took place last week as numerous competitive races took shape for seats on city councils and school boards. … more
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Woodland Police Department seeks help from community following shooting
The Woodland Police Department was advised of an altercation, which led to a shooting in the 1200 block of Pacific Avenue at approximately 3:15 a.m. on Sunday, May 20. A news release from the … more
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The lavender field at Scented Acres prepares to bloom on Wednesday, May 10.
Scented Acres Lavender Farm owner plans to take a step back
As Mary Jones, the owner of Scented Acres Lavender Farm, prepares to enter into “semi-retirement,” she is formulating plans for a party on July 30 to celebrate the customers who have … more
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Members of the Clark County Sheriff's Office Honor Guard salute the bell ringers during the bell ceremony of the Clark County Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony on Thursday, May 18.
Clark County Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony pays tribute to fallen officers
Clark County held its Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony on Thursday, May 18, as over 100 people attended the e vent to remember the lives of those who were lost in the line of duty. The eve nt, … more
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City of La Center looks to fill vacant council position
The City of La Center is accepting applications to fill the unexpired term of city council position 4. The remainder of the council term runs until Nov. 28, according to a news release from the … more
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The Battle Ground High School marching band makes its way up Northeast Highway 99 as part of the 2023 Hazel Dell Parade of Bands on May 20.
‘Sounds of Freedom’ abound at Hazel Dell Parade of Bands
An overcast morning allowed for comfortable viewing of dozens of local school bands during Clark County’s premier display of marching musicians from across the region on Saturday. On May … more
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Sewer in rural areas a chief concern in short line rail development plan
Whether industrial development along the Chelatchie Prairie Railroad can hook up to urban sewer utilities remains a major sticking point to move forward on a law passed nearly six years ago. The … more
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U.S. Air Force Capt. Julian Kinonen shows off the helmet for the F-35A Lightning II fighter jet to students at Ridgefield High School on May 18.
Ridgefield pilot returns home in fighter jet ahead of air show
U.S. Air Force Capt. Julian Kinonen flew into the Portland area in a fairly uncommon style. The F-35A Lightning II pilot flew in one of the aircraft that is currently at the peak of military … more
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The Woodland Planters Days court plays a game of kickball at the in-progress softball and little league field during an open house at the park on May 18.
First field nearly complete at Scott Hill Park in Woodland
A small group of Woodland residents had the opportunity to see all of the work put into a yearslong effort by the city’s Rotary Club as structures have been put in place and much of the … more
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The Washington Capitol building is lit up against the night sky in Olympia on Thursday, Feb. 16.
More than 20 bills by North Clark County lawmakers signed
Gov. Jay Inslee has finished signing bills following the 2023 Washington State Legislative Session as lawmakers representing North Clark County saw a number of successes on what they authored this … more
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The Clark County Public Service Center in downtown Vancouver
Clark County Council adds meeting dates to monthly schedule
The Clark County Council decided last week to add public meeting dates to its monthly schedule, according to a news release from the county. In addition to the regular meeting schedule of 10 … more
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