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A trick-or-treater is excited to meet Macy, a horse dressed as a cow along the Trick or Treat Trail on Main Street in Battle Ground during a rainy Halloween evening.
Trick or Treat Trail in Battle Ground brings hundreds dressed in costumes to local businesses
Trick-or-Treaters of all ages dressed up in a variety of outfits from Donald Trump with an ear bandage to video game characters, princesses and other costumes during the Trick or Treat Trail on Main … more
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Joe Kent, left, and former President Donald Trump.
Trump rallies support for congressional candidate Joe Kent during telephone town hall
During a telephone rally with supporters Wednesday evening, former President Donald Trump outlined the agenda he hopes to accomplish should voters send him back to the White House and elect … more
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DeeAnna Holland, board president of the Woodland Action Center, explained that the amount of food and essentials provided varies based on the size of each family.
Woodland nonprofit seeks volunteers to keep food bank running
For more than 30 years, the Woodland Action Center has been a vital supporter for local families in need, offering food and resources to help those facing financial hardship. However, the … more
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Kaden Spencer, of Battle Ground, saw his senior year of high school turned upside down before it started after receiving a brain cancer diagnosis in August. A fundraiser for everyday costs benefiting Spencer and his mother, Dawn Rasmussen, has been organized for Nov. 15.
Fundraiser set for local teen diagnosed with brain cancer
Kaden Spencer, a Battle Ground teen, saw his senior year turned upside down following a brain cancer diagnosis that has resulted in him staying at the St. Jude Children’s Hospital in Memphis, … more
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The Clark County Council voted, 3-2, to maintain its mining overlay, despite a ruling by the Washington Growth Management Hearings Board stating that the county's actions violate state law. The majority of council members opted to wait for an upcoming Court of Appeals decision before making any changes.
County Council stays course with mining ordinance ahead of appeals case
Despite failing to comply with state law, the Clark County Council voted 3-2 to retain its mining overlay in anticipation of an upcoming appeals case. In 2022, the council approved an overlay … more
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On Oct. 15, renowned Battle Ground artist James Lee Hansen was honored with Clark County's Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his extensive contributions to public art in the Pacific Northwest. The Clark County Council declared Oct. 15 2024, as "James Lee Hansen Day" to celebrate his legacy in sculpture and poetry.
Celebrated Battle Ground artist honored by county award
Renowned sculptor and poet James Lee Hansen expressed gratitude and surprise after receiving Clark County’s prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. On Oct. 15, the Clark County Arts … more
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Washington Third District Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez fields questions from audience members at her “Mocha with Marie” event, held at the Lewis County Coffee Co. Station in Centralia on Friday, Oct. 25.
MGP bucks national party, focuses on local issues during campaign swing through Third District
The final stops on the “Freedom To Fix $#*% RV Tour” found Democratic Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez campaigning through northern Lewis County and southern Thurston County this week as the … more
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United States Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, R-LA, speaks while standing beside Washington congressional candidate Joe Kent at a “get out the vote” event in Ridgefield on Thursday, Oct. 24.
U.S. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson makes second visit in support of Republican Joe Kent
The two most powerful Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives were in Southwest Washington Thursday morning, the latest sign of the party’s keen interest in unseating incumbent … 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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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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One man was arrested and booked for an attempted murder, domestic violence charge, and another man was transported to the hospital after a shooting in the 1800 block of Northeast Beaver Brook Road on Tuesday, Oct. 8. State Route 503 between Fargher Lake and Amboy was closed for over an hour. The suspect, Jeremie Singer, was also booked into Clark County Jail for second-degree unlawful possession of a firearm with bail set at $1 million.
Bail set at $1 million for Yacolt man accused of attempted murder near Fargher Lake
A Clark County judge set a Yacolt man’s bail at $1 million following a shooting that left one man seriously injured and prompted a large police presence near Fargher Lake on Tuesday, Oct. 8. … more
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Battle Ground City Hall, located at 109 SW First St., houses the city’s courtroom on the second floor. The courtroom is used by multiple jurisdictions, including Ridgefield and La Center, for Community Court sessions. Should the City Council approve a proposed 2025 budget as presented, Battle Ground would hire a court coordinator with a $77,000 salary to handle a growing number of court cases.
Preliminary 2025 budget presented to Battle Ground City Council
The City of Battle Ground is poised to add several new full-time employees if the proposed 2025 budget is approved in December as presented. During a Wednesday, Oct. 9, City Council meeting, … more
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The proposed harvest units of the Dabbler timber sale are highlighted in yellow. The timber sale is located in the area south of Siouxon Creek but away from trails.
Proposed timber sale could benefit BG schools, EMS if approved
A proposed timber sale in the northeastern corner of Clark County could provide over $600,000 to the Battle Ground Public Schools district (BGPS) and more to other beneficiaries, although some … more
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The new children's area in the Woodland Community Library features interactive panels and computer access. Above, the “Phonic Bloom” art piece, created from recycled books, represents the linguistic commonalities in English, Spanish and Salish. The art piece was created by SuperFab from Portland.
Woodland celebrates opening of new community library
The Woodland community marked a significant milestone on Saturday, Oct. 12, with the grand opening of the new Woodland Community Library, located at 411 Lakeshore Drive. The new … more
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One man was arrested and booked for an attempted murder, domestic violence charge, and another man was transported to the hospital after a shooting in the 1800 block of Northeast Beaver Brook Road on Tuesday, Oct. 8. State Route 503 between Fargher Lake and Amboy was closed for over an hour. The suspect, Jeremie Singer, was also booked into Clark County Jail for second-degree unlawful possession of a firearm.
Yacolt man booked for attempted murder following shooting
A Yacolt man is in Clark County Jail following a shooting that left one man seriously injured and prompted a large police presence on Tuesday, Oct. 8.  According to a Clark County … more
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Clark Public Utilities Commissioner Position 1 candidates Sherry Erikson (left) and James Oneil discussed rate hikes and nuclear energy during the Oct. 1 forum hosted by the League of Women Voters at Clark-Cowlitz Fire Rescue Station 26.
Clark Public Utilities Commissioner candidates discuss rate hikes, nuclear energy
On Nov. 5, voters will decide who will represent north Clark County as the Clark Public Utilities commissioner for Position 1 as candidates James Oneil and Sherry Erikson face off in the general … more
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District 18 state Rep. Position 1 candidates discuss local issues at a forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of Clark County on Oct. 5 at the Camas Public Library. Republican incumbent Stephanie McClintock and Democratic challenger Deken Litinich agreed that public schools should receive more funding from the state.
Local state candidates discuss education, Climate Commitment Act
House candidates for Washington’s 17th and 18th legislative districts took the stage at a forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of Clark County on Oct. 5, addressing key issues such as … more
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When the new Battle Ground Police Department body-worn cameras are plugged in to charge after an officer's shift, all video files are uploaded to the server through the charging port, Battle Ground Communications Manager Alisha Smith said.
BGPD rolls out body cams; chief highlights benefits of the technology
Battle Ground Police Department (BGPD) rolled out body-worn cameras for all patrol personnel on Monday, Oct. 7, with Chief Dennis Flynn highlighting the importance and benefits the cameras have on … more
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