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Washington State Patrol to conduct statewide ‘One More Stop’ patrol in honor of fallen Trooper Christopher Gadd
On Friday, Sept. 27, the Washington State Patrol (WSP) will conduct a statewide “One More Stop” emphasis patrol in honor of fallen Trooper Christopher Gadd. The statewide emphasis … more
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Pheasants for the hunt are raised by WDFW at the Bob Oke Game Farm in Centralia.
Wildlife league, WDFW to host youth pheasant hunt
Youth in Clark County will once again have an opportunity to hunt pheasants this month thanks to an ongoing partnership between the Vancouver Wildlife League (VWL) and the Washington Department of … more
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Clark County Fair Results
4H Public Presentations 4H Public Presentations Junior Champion Logan Drake Vancouver Res. Champion River Keys Ridgefield Intermediate Champion Maddox Swenson Vancouver Res. … more
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The Western tanager songbird is just one of many species that will be crossing the night sky above Clark County this fall as Birdcast estimates peak migration will last through November with up to 530,000 birds crossing from sunset to sunrise.
Limiting light at night can help save birds this fall
With the number of birds crossing Clark County skies increasing nightly this fall, the Vancouver Audubon Society hopes homeowners will do their part to help the migrating animals cross safely by … more
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A brick post on the east end of Pleasant Valley Primary school kindergarten teacher Madison Henderson’s classroom shows one of many signs of the prior play structure the Battle Ground Public Schools district utilized to create three new classrooms at the district’s southernmost school.
Pleasant Valley Primary school welcomes kindergarten students in new classrooms
The first day of kindergarten at the Pleasant Valley Primary School in the Battle Ground Public Schools district on Tuesday, Sept. 3, looked different for staff as they kicked off the year in brand … more
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Cascadia Technical Academy plans expansion to the Port of Ridgefield
Cascadia Technical Academy’s pre-electrical program to train electricians will soon come to the Port of Ridgefield following a recent lease agreement between Evergreen Public Schools (EPS) and … more
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The Ridgefield school board will consider running an educational programs and operations levy to replace the one set to expire next year. The board reviewed several options at its Aug. 27 meeting, including running longer levies to include additional projects.
Ridgefield School District board favors running levy, no bond measures next year
The Ridgefield School District’s new superintendent and the Board of Directors favor running a levy to replace the one set to expire at the end of 2025. The district’s educational … more
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County seeks retail, community sites for household battery disposal program
Clark County Public Health is seeking retail and community sites for free household battery recycling drop-offs. The drop-off sites provide a safe disposal option for household batteries, which can … more
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A boat heads north on the Lake River in Ridgefield toward the Columbia River in April.
Port of Ridgefield, Watershed Alliance open registration for waterfront litter cleanup The Port of Ridgefield
The Port of Ridgefield and the Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington will host a litter cleanup event from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 14, at the Ridgefield Waterfront. Volunteers will gather … more
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Clark-Cowlitz Fire Rescue's Station 29 in Woodland currently uses a temporary manufactured home to house its three to four emergency responders. An expansion, slated for late 2025 or early 2026, will make room for more staff as emergency response needs grow in Woodland.
Woodland City Council clears path for CCFR station expansion
Following a unanimous decision from the Woodland City Council, Clark-Cowlitz Fire Rescue (CCFR) now has room for its planned fire station expansion. During a Tuesday, Sept. 3 meeting, the … more
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Third Congressional District Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, recently hit a milestone for having recovered over $2 million owed from federal agencies to constituents in southwest Washington.
MGP recovers over $2 million for constituents from federal agencies
Third Congressional District Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, recently hit a milestone for having recovered over $2 million owed from federal agencies to constituents in southwest … more
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BGPS offering free meals to primary school students
In the 2024-25 school year, multiple primary schools in the Battle Ground Public Schools district will serve breakfast and lunch at no cost to all enrolled students. The district stated in a … more
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Southbound I-5 North Fork Lewis River Bridge roadwork complete
As of Sept. 8, the North Fork Lewis Bridge road project affecting southbound Interstate 5 outside of Woodland has concluded. The Washington state Department of Transportation (WSDOT) released a … more
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A proposed Ridgefield Waterfront Park concept divides the area into two zones — one for events and active recreation, and another for walking and enjoying the natural scenery. The Ridgefield City Council will review the plan at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 12.
Ridgefield Council to review plans for enhanced waterfront park
The Ridgefield City Council will review the proposed concept for a new waterfront park this week, with a final review and approval set for later this month. The city and Port of Ridgefield are … more
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Formerly trained as a guide dog, 2-year-old black Labrador retriever Rafferty was donated to the Battle Ground Police Department and will work as a comfort dog. Lt. Jason Perdue, Rafferty’s handler, believes the dog has adjusted well to his new environment.
Battle Ground Police Department comfort dog makes paw-sitive impact
Rafferty is ready to lend a paw as the Battle Ground Police Department’s official comfort dog. The 2-year-old black Labrador Retriever was donated to BGPD by Guide Dogs for the Blind on … more
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Clark County Matters Executive Director Amy Harris is urging residents to send a letter to elected officials in Clark County to implement a camping ban to tackle the homeless crisis in the county.
New Clark County-based organization pushes for homeless camping ban
Clark County Matters, a fresh nonprofit advocating for change in Vancouver and the rest of the county, is focusing its inaugural campaign on the homelessness issue in the county.  Amy … more
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Battle Ground Police officers served a search warrant for alleged prostitution at the Relax Health Spa, 909 W. Main St., Suite 102, in Battle Ground during the evening of Sept. 4.
Battle Ground Police serve search warrant in illicit massage parlor operation
While details are scarce, the Battle Ground Police Department (BGPD) served a search warrant at Relax Health Spa, located at 909 W. Main Street, Suite 102, on Sept. 4, following reports of alleged … more
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The Vancouver Ballet Folklorico dressed in vibrant colors and performed traditional Mexican dances during the Ridgefield Multicultural Festival on Saturday, Sept. 7, at Overlook Park.
Dance, fashion take center stage at Ridgefield Multicultural Festival
Professional dancers captivated thousands of festivalgoers during the seventh annual Ridgefield Multicultural Festival on Saturday, Sept. 7, at Overlook Park in Ridgefield. The festival represented a … more
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The Small Acreage Program of WSU Clark County Extension’s 24th annual Harvest Celebration on Sept. 21 will feature a tour of small–acreage farms across the county, including Gather and Feast Farm in La Center, which features Scottish Highland cows.
Annual harvest celebration to highlight small acreage farms, including La Center’s Gather and Feast Farm
The 24th edition of the annual Harvest Celebration by the Small Acreage Program of WSU Clark County Extension provides residents an opportunity to tour various small farms in the county.  … more
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The Battle Ground Little League has called Fairgrounds Park home for decades, but in August, the Battle Ground City Council approved a master plan that proposed replacing the ballfields with a pump track and specialty garden. However, changes won’t be made until a new home for the Little League is built.
Battle Ground Little League sees city’s parks master plan as opportunity to grow
When the Battle Ground City Council approved a master park plan in August that included drastic changes for Fairgrounds Park, Battle Ground Little League officials were largely supportive of the … more
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