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The Battle Ground Police Department officers initiated over 7,000 contacts as of June 2024, whereas in 2023, the department did not reach the 7,000 mark in the entire year. Chief Dennis Flynn believes making his officers more visible in the community has helped 2023’s crime decrease continue in 2024.
Police chiefs respond to their city’s crime stats in 2023, discuss 2024 trends and patrol emphasis
With Clark County and area incorporated cities all experiencing a decrease in their crime rates in 2023 as compared with 2022, the Woodland and Battle Ground’s police chiefs discuss crime … more
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In the July 31 edition of The Reflector, readers will find a donation envelope. While there is no obligation to give, every donation helps fuel our newsroom and its mission to report the news that’s important to our communities.
The Reflector launches annual donation drive
Dear Valued Supporter, We hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. We write to you today as a cherished supporter of The Reflector, someone who has demonstrated a steadfast … more
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Drag Performer Kisses Major kicked off the lipsync contest at Battle Ground Pride last weekend. The festival gathered hundreds of guests on Saturday, July 27 at the Battle Ground Community Center.
Battle Ground Pride brings day of unity for LGBTQ
Hundreds of guests attended Evoke Cascadia’s annual Battle Ground Pride celebration at the Community Center on Saturday, July 27. Drag performers and guests from around Clark County … more
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Candy was tossed during the La Center Our Days Steamboat Celebration Twilight Parade on Friday, July 26.
La Center Our Days Steamboat Celebration Twilight Parade a hit
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Hundreds of guests flocked to Battle Ground to enjoy the annual Harvest Days Parade on Saturday, July 20. Local businesses and school clubs rode vehicles and parade floats through Main Street.
Battle Ground’s Harvest Days Parade draws Thousands
Hundreds of guests flocked to Battle Ground to enjoy the annual Harvest Days Parade on Saturday, July 20. Local businesses and school clubs rode vehicles and parade floats through Main Street. more
A few hundred residents live within Woodland’s Clark County portion, between the south and north sides of Horseshoe Lake. The state’s Growth Management Act requires Woodland to accommodate more low-income housing units in Clark County limits to remain eligible for state project funding.
Growth Management Act poses housing dilemma for Woodland
Unless the City of Woodland accommodates for more low-income housing in the next 20 years, it may lose state funding for projects. Last week, a consultant from SCJ Alliance updated … more
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The Chelatchie-Prairie Railroad passes through multiple roads in Clark County and through a Brush Prarie 400-acre property zoned for farming. Last week, the Clark County Council voted against reissuing a bid for consultant work, which would have presented development regulations for future rail-adjacent job sites.
County plans for freight-rail job sites derailed
Members of the Clark County Council, including Chair Gary Medvigy, have highlighted rural lands along the Chelatchie-Prairie Railroad as prime locations for future job site development to attract … more
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Overall, crime across the state of Washington decreased by 8.5% in 2023 from 2022, according to the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs 2023 crime statistics.
Crime decreased countywide, statewide from 2022 to 2023
Group A offenses, all incidents committed within a law enforcement agency’s jurisdiction, in 2023 across Clark County and Woodland decreased compared with 2022, following a statewide trend. … more
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Josiah Laughlin, of Portland, reels in a rather large goldendale rainbow trout at the Merwin Fish Hatchery for the 24th Merwin Day of Fishing for kids with disabilities on Saturday, July 13.
‘Best day of the year’
Kids with disabilities throughout the region enjoyed the opportunity to catch Goldendale rainbow trout, which often put up a big fight with the anglers, at the Merwin Fish Hatchery during the 24th … more
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Justin Tikka (left), a contractor from Tikka Masonry, city officials and Parks & Community Engagement Board members ceremonially broke ground on a construction at Kiwanis Park last week. The city’s $1.2 million project will bring several amenities to Kiwanis Park, including six pickleball courts, a picnic table, and a new covered basketball court that will open in late fall.
Pickleball, other amenities, to open in Kiwanis Park this year
Soon, pickleball enthusiasts from Battle Ground will not have to travel far to play the popular game. Last week, city officials held a groundbreaking ceremony for its Kiwanis Park improvement … more
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Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump pumps his fist as he is rushed offstage by U.S. Secret Service agents after being grazed by a bullet during a rally on July 13, 2024 in Butler, Pennsylvania.
Trump assassination attempt: Washington state politicians respond after former president bloodied by shooter
Responses from Washington state politicians poured in following the attempted assassination of former U.S. President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday. Trump suffered … more
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Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez talks to visitors at Kemp Olson Memorial Park in Toledo during a town hall event on Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023.
Citing ‘crisis of confidence,’ MGP says Biden’s ‘leadership needs to come to an end’
Third Congressional District Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, said in a statement Thursday she doubts President Joe Biden’s “judgment about his health, his fitness to do the job … more
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Gary Medvigy
Clark County Council at odds on railroad’s future
Clark County Council Chair Gary Medvigy firmly believes in the economic benefits of a heavy-industrial use for the county-owned Chelatchie-Prairie Railroad. Some council members and local … more
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A brush truck for Clark County Fire District 10 currently sits in the shop on Tuesday, July 2, as the upcoming unit is built up from an $80,000 chassis. FD10 builds its own brush units to cut overall costs in half, Chief Gordon Brooks said.
CCFD10 builds fire units, gains experience ahead of wildfire season
Clark County Fire District 10 saves costs on equipment and builds valuable wildland firefighting experience as the “not if, but when” Clark County wildfire looms this season without Larch … more
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Fireworks light the sky above Battle Ground Village
The owners of Maddox Industrial Transformers held their second annual Fourth of July bash on Wednesday, July 3, allowing people to enjoy a community event and fireworks show as well as host their own … more
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Freedom rings in Yacolt with Independence Day parade
Dozens of parade entrants charmed thousands of patriotic paradegoers in Yacolt for the Fourth of July. From Smokey the Bear to antique tractors to vehicles and horses decorated with Americana, the … more
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The Chelatchie-Prairie Railroad passes through multiple roads in Clark County and through a 400-acre property zoned for farming. As the railroad is developed for industrial shipping, the Clark County Council will hire a consultant to examine employment opportunities of a future job site. Its proximity to neighborhoods and schools is a concern for some locals.
County delays hiring consultant for railroad industrial use
Clark County Council members are divided on whether the Chelatchie-Prairie Railroad is an underutilized asset for industrial shipping or an expensive waste of money. Last week, the council … more
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Runners cross mile 47 in Hellz Bellz Ultra marathon
Runners in the Hellz Bellz Ultra 50-mile ultra marathon cross the Moulton Falls Bridge just before the final aid station enroute to Yacolt on Sunday, June 30. As the race continues to grow each … more
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Vancouver Police officer Donald Sahota
Yakima man sentenced to 29 years in death of officer at BG home
Following a three-week trial, a 23-year old Yakima man was sentenced to 29 years in prison for the 2022 murder of Vancouver Police officer Donald Sahota at Sahota’s Battle Ground home.  … more
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Ridgefield Police Department officers Thomas Erazo (left), Colin Triber, Jennifer Leon and Tanner Steward were sworn in last week, raising the department’s numbers to 13 officers. Ridgefield Police Chief Cathy Doriot plans to fully staff the department in 2024.
Ridgefield police services soon back to full strength
Following a shortage of officers as Ridgefield continues to grow, city Police Chief Cathy Doriot affirms the department will be fully staffed within the year. Ridgefield City Clerk Julie Ferriss … more
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