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Traffic passes along Interstate 5 north of La Center in 2022.
WSDOT crews report unsafe driving through North Fork Lewis River Bridge work zone
The Washington State Department of Transportation recently reported to the Cowlitz County Safety Feed Facebook page that some drivers were passing unsafely through the North Fork Lewis River Bridge … more
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The owners of Mindful Creations LLC, Judy Canter, left, and Diana Peterson stand amid corn in their produce field on Sept. 6
Mindful Creations farm paying off for mother-daughter pair
After a profitable spring and summer, the owners of Mindful Creations LLC, a farm near La Center, are turning their attention to the fall harvest and their small Christmas tree operation. Mother … more
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A severe thunderstorm on the evening of Wednesday, March 22 forms over Ridgefield. Rainbands and a small pocket of mammatus clouds formed as cold air began to sink down toward the ground, which created the pouch-like shapes near the Pioneer Street overpass. .
Ridgefield council supports state Route 501 transfer
An official transfer of Pioneer Street in Ridgefield could allow for easier work and greater control over roadway improvements once it changes oversight from the state to the city. During the … more
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Local realtor to host garage sale to benefit the Maui Strong Fund
Local Realtor Amy Graeff will be hosting a sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 30 at her Ridgefield home, 1115 S. 44th Ave., to benefit the Maui Strong Fund for Lahaina residents. All … more
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YWCA of Clark County receives $750,000 grant
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Washington announced that the Department of Justice Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) awarded $1.3 million to two programs in western … more
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A field pumpkin’s flower gives way to the fruit of the plant, a brand new pumpkin, on Wednesday, Sept. 13.
The beginning of a pumpkin
A map shows the boundaries for a proposed tax increment financing (TIF) area in Ridgefield.
Tax area impacts on fire district raise concerns
Officials with Clark-Cowlitz Fire Rescue want to see some solutions to millions of dollars of foregone revenue in a plan for the city of Ridgefield intended to build infrastructure for growth. … more
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State DNR to receive Lake Merwin land donation
A 14-acre donation of land near Lake Merwin is among a recent slew of acquisitions by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources. On Sept. 5, the DNR announced it was acquiring a total … more
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photo by cade barker The leaves of a Pacific poison oak plant sport their bright fall colors while most foliage is just starting to give a glimpse of their autumn color.
Signs of fall shows earlier on some flora
Battle Ground’s Jordan Young, No. 20, goes to block a Prairie defender while Ethan Adams throws a ball down field that would be caught for a first down during the Tigers’ 42-7 win over district rival Prairie High School.
Tigers rout rival Prairie, 42-7
The Battle Ground Tigers made a statement in their 42-7 victory over the Prairie Falcons on Friday, Sept. 15. It’s not often that a high school football game starts with a flyover, but the … more
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Battle Ground sophomore Avery Reese defends La Center sophomore Briley Vanderhoef during the Tigers’ 1-0 win over La Center on Tuesday, Sept. 12.
Battle Ground girls soccer positive attitude contributes to 1-0 win over La Center
The Battle Ground girls soccer team focused on ball possession and maintaining a positive attitude, which helped lead them to add two victories on their schedule last week. The Tigers improved … more
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The raised garden beds at NatureScaping of Southwest Washington’s Wildlife Botanical Gardens increase accessibility by keeping gardeners from stooping low to the ground and overexerting themselves.
Gardening can be both accessible and safe for seniors
Age doesn’t have to keep seniors from gardening, a hobby that can cultivate mental and bodily health in its participants. Though aging can make physical activities challenging, gardening is an … more
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A wetland in the Carty Unit of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge parallels Gee Creek with oak trees between.
Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge a haven for wildlife
The Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge offers habitat for migrating birds to rest, an area for wildlife to frolic and a place for people to enjoy nature close to Clark County’s urban sprawl. … more
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Community Calendar, Sept. 20, 2023 edition
Love Street Playhouse presents: “Who Stole My Dead Husband?”: Friday, Sept. 22; 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23;  2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 24; 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 29; 2 p.m. and 7 … more
Traditional Bavarian music began at 4:30 p.m. in Overlook Park on Saturday, Sept. 9 during the Oktoberfest hosted by the Ridgefield Main Street Team.
Wiener dog races and Ridgefield Oktoberfest packed downtown
Ridgefield Main Street team’s Oktoberfest on Saturday, Sept. 9 packed both the Ridgefield Skate Park and Overlook Park for an afternoon of brews, wiener dogs, Bavarian outfits and more. … more
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Scenes from the Battle Ground Tigers 50-0 victory over Todd Beamer High School of Federal on Saturday, Sept. 9. With the win the Tigers moved to 2-0 on the season without giving up a single score heading into rivalry week. Battle Ground will face off against the Prairie Falcons at District Stadium on Friday, Sept. 15 at 7 p.m. .
Tigers bulldoze Titans
Battle Ground’s Jordan Young bulldozes over the goal-line for the second score of the day in the Tigers’ 50-0 victory over Todd Beamer High School of Federal Way on Saturday, Sept. 9. … more
The Clark County Fire Station 151 is seen in this file photo
Fairgrounds fire station now fully staffed
Rick bannan rick@thereflector.com A fire station covering two jurisdictions finally has a full force. The building, known as Clark County Fire Station 151, has a full staff for the … more
Battle Ground Public Schools
Battle Ground schools still without new contract
Negotiations over a new contract between Battle Ground Public Schools and its teachers remain ongoing, though schools stay open. As of press deadline, the district did not expect any updates in … more
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River Homelink students find frogs and worms in a compost bin at the River Homelink Outdoor Learning Space on Thursday, Sept. 7.
River Homelink Outdoor Learning Space continues to thrive
Outdoor learning spaces are few and far between, but Battle Ground Public School’s alternative K-12 school has seen its space continue to thrive. River Homelink in Battle Ground continues … more
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Gov. Jay Inslee visits with Hockinson Heights Elementary School students during a visit to the school Sept. 6.
Inslee touts upgrades at Hockinson as examples of Washington’s energy future
Gov. Jay Inslee visited Hockin son Heights Elementary School Wednesday and got a first-hand glimpse at how the school is putting environmentally minded practices and improvements into action. … more
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