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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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A graph shows the rate of COVID-19 cases per 100,000 of Clark County population in the prior seven days. The graph has separate lines for each year going back to 2020.
Clark County’s recent COVID-19 case rate slightly rises as three deaths are reported
The recent case rate of COVID-19 saw a slight increase after three weeks of decline in the latest data. Clark County Public Health’s May 18 report included 17.4 COVID-19 cases per 100,000 … more
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Woodland's Brynn Skelton catches a pop-up during the Beavers' 4-3 loss to Tumwater in the quarterfinals of the 2A District 4 tournament on May 18 at Rec Park in Chehalis.
Woodland ends season at district tournament
The Woodland softball team had its rallies, but couldn’t manage a win at the 2A District 4 softball tournament in Chehalis on Thursday, May 18, losing 4-3 to Tumwater and 25-14 to W.F. West. … more
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Ridgefield's Mallory Vancleave dives to second to double off W.F. West's Avalon Myers during the Spudders' 7-5 win over the Bearcats in the quarterfinals of the 2A District 4 tournament on May 18 at Rec Park in Chehalis.
Ridgefield softball takes district crown
The Ridgefield softball team took home its first 2A district title in nearly two decades this past week at Rec Park in Chehalis, taking down two traditional powers from the 2A Evergreen Conference … more
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Ridgefield's Elizabeth Peery throws to first during the Spudders' 7-5 win over W.F. West in the quarterfinals of the 2A District 4 tournament on May 18 at Rec Park in Chehalis.
District roundup: North Clark County athletes secure spots at state, while others end their seasons
The La Center Wildcats were the lone North Clark County team to make it to the playoffs for baseball. The Wildcats beat Lynden Christian, 9-7, in a regional matchup at Camas High School on … more
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Rylee Rehbein delivers a pitch during Battle Ground's 13-0 win over Union in a tie breaker game on Tuesday, May 16.
Battle Ground heads to state with help of league tiebreaker win over Union
The Battle Ground softball team, led by Rylee Rehbein’s near-perfect pitching performance, defeated the Union Titans, 13-0, in a tiebreaker game to determine the seed placing in the 4A … more
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Dr. Karen Stevens-Barnes works on a client at her practice, Nu-Life Wellness Center, in Battle Ground.
Nu-Life Wellness Center provides a unique approach for its clients
Nu-Life Wellness Center has a variety of services to offer its clients like chiropractic care, a red light therapy bed, foot detoxes, nutritional response testing and massages. Karen … more
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Alderbrook Park will host its cruise-ins from 4 to 8 p.m. on Fridays from May 26 through Sept. 15.
Community Calendar, May 24 edition
GFWC meeting: 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 25. A meeting for the General Federation of Women’s Clubs will be held at 14208 NE 249th St. in Battle Ground. GFWC is an international women’s … more
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