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A vehicle from the Clark County Sheriff’s Office sits in front of Daybreak Youth Services in Brush Prairie following the service of six search warrants that looked into possible sexual misconduct at the youth treatment center in September 2018.
Sexual misconduct case against ex-staffer of Daybreak Youth Services dismissed
A Clark County judge dismissed a criminal case against former Daybreak Youth Services staffer Alicia Kaye Stowe on Wednesday, April 16. The case involved allegations of sexual misconduct by … more
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The Battle Ground City Council reviewed community survey results during a study session on April 21. The survey gathered feedback from 405 residents and highlighted high satisfaction with services such as police, ambulance and sewer, while raising concerns about growth, road conditions and code enforcement.
Battle Ground survey results highlight concern over growth, satisfaction with police and other services
Residents expressed confidence in public safety and utility services but remain concerned about growth, infrastructure and code enforcement. On Monday, April 21, the Battle Ground City Council … more
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Protesters surround U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez's vehicle, waving signs and shouting as she departs the venue. The scene followed a tense town hall on Thursday, April 24 marked by frustration over her votes on election reform and party discipline.
Gluesenkamp Perez grilled at chaotic Vancouver town hall
U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, was met with boos, heckling and calls to resign Thursday night during a contentious town hall in Vancouver, where hundreds of constituents aired … more
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La Center Mayor Tom Strobehn speaks during the public comment period of a packed Tuesday, April 22, school board meeting, voicing support for the district’s gender identity policy and Superintendent Peter Rosenkranz.
La Center board meeting draws fierce opinions as gender policy fight escalates
A La Center School Board meeting on Tuesday, April 22, drew more than 100 attendees and 27 speakers who clashed over the district’s gender identity policy and its legal standoff with the … more
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Northwest Battle Buddies volunteers Sheryl Burggraf, right, and her son, Andrew, show Bella, a golden retriever. The two are fostering the puppy before its training as a service dog for veterans.
Northwest Battle Buddies honors veterans, life-changing service dogs
N orthwest Battle Buddies celebrated veterans and their service dogs Saturday, April 26, at the Royal Oaks Country Club in Vancouver with an event called An Evening of Honor, showcasing the impact … more
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Updated election results as of Thursday, April 24, show both the Battle Ground and Hockinson school district levy proposals continue to trail as more ballots are counted in the April 22 special election.
Early results show Battle Ground, Hockinson levies failing
Updated election results from Wednesday, April 24, show both the Battle Ground and Hockinson school district levy proposals continue to trail as more ballots are counted in the April 22 special … more
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Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia, speaks with other senators during the legislative session at the Washington state Capitol in Olympia on Friday, April 25.
Sen. John Braun bill addresses vehicle inspection delays in the state
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson signed a bill earlier this month that aims to help the Washington State Patrol work through its backlog of vehicle inspections. Senate Bill 5462, which is sponsored … more
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Washington State Patrol warns of gold-selling scams on the freeways
The Washington State Patrol is warning travelers of a scam involving people attempting to sell fake gold on freeways across the state. “Besides being illegal, these situations are also … more
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Former Cowlitz Tribal Public Safety Interim Chief Charles Gardiner
Cowlitz Tribe’s interim police chief dies of self-inflicted gunshot wound near scene of burglary
Cowlitz Indian Tribal Public Safety Department’s interim chief, Charles Gardiner, was found dead in a vehicle after he allegedly fled a northeast Vancouver residence where a burglary was … more
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James Bronco Hiatt harvested this bull locally in the Ryderwood Unit 530 in 2022.
Washington state lawmakers increase hunting, fishing fees 38% — the first increase since 2011
For the first time in over a decade, families that hunt and fish to put food on the table will see the price of that license increase on July 1 — a 38% “inflationary adjustment” … more
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Washington Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal, left, and Senate Minority Leader John Braun, R-Centralia.
School funding bill generates sharp exchange between OSPI's Chris Reykdal and Sen. John Braun
Washington Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal and Senate Minority Leader John Braun, R-Centralia, verbally sparred over Engrossed House Substitute Bill 2049 at a Wednesday afternoon … more
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Cherry blossoms in bloom at the Washington state Capitol on April 18, 2025. (Photo by Jacquelyn Jimenez Romero/Washington State Standard)
Democrats in Washington state Legislature wrap up budget negotiations
Democratic budget writers are done hashing out details on a new two-year operating budget for Washington state, key lawmakers said Wednesday. “We have made all the decisions, but … more
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Permit-to-purchase bill for gun buyers headed to Washington state governor’s desk
A new state permit requirement for gun buyers is poised to become law, as the Washington House sent the legislation to the governor’s desk late Tuesday. House Bill 1163 would require gun … more
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U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez visits the Skamania Public Utility District in October.
Gluesenkamp Perez and colleagues introduce resolution to honor National Lineman Appreciation Day
This week, U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, along with Reps. David Rouzer, R-North Carolina, Deborah Ross, D-North Carolina, and Mike Flood, R-Nebraska, introduced a bipartisan … more
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Washington state K-12 savings bill moves ahead without amendment capping pay for superintendents
Legislation meant to implement K-12 savings and efficiencies is scheduled for a public hearing in the Senate Ways & Means Committee on Tuesday afternoon. House Bill 2050 , which adjusts the … more
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30,128 ballots in the April 22 special election were counted Tuesday evening, with Proposition No. 911 in Battle Ground showing early signs of failing. Proposition No. 98 in Hockinson was failing.
Early results show Battle Ground, Hockinson school levies both failing on election night
Preliminary special election results released Tuesday evening show the Battle Ground and Hockinson  school levies both failing. Both districts returned to voters after similar propositions … more
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The Volcano Rescue Team responded to assist an injured skier on Mount St. Helens Saturday, April 19. 
Volcano Rescue Team performs another successful operation on Mount St. Helens 
The Volcano Rescue Team responded to assist an injured skier on Mount St. Helens Saturday, April 19.  The team received a report concerning a skier with a leg injury at approximately 7,000 … more
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A line of clams are pictured on a tailgate after being cleaned during a razor clam dig at Grayland Beach on March 8, 2024.
WDFW approves eight days of coastal razor clam digs beginning April 26; final season digs planned from May 10 to 15
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers on Monday confirmed eight days of razor clam digs on coastal beaches beginning Saturday, April 26. “It felt a lot like … more
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Clark-Cowlitz Fire Rescue's Station 29 in Woodland operates out of a temporary manufactured home for its emergency responders. On April 17, the Port of Woodland unanimously rejected a proposed TIF district, an outcome CCFR Chief John Nohr supported, citing concerns about lost funding for fire and EMS services. A permanent station expansion is planned for late 2025 or early 2026, which Nohr says underscores the need to protect local tax revenue.
Port of Woodland votes down proposed taxing district plan after public opposition
The Port of Woodland has unanimously rejected a proposed tax-increment financing (TIF) district following strong public opposition and concerns from local agencies, including Clark-Cowlitz Fire … more
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La Center Mayor Tom Strobehn anticipates the La Center Downtown 2.0 dream becoming a reality with the plaza area breaking ground by spring 2026.
La Center mayor says Downtown 2.0 dreams are becoming a reality
La Center Mayor Tom Strobehn first unveiled his dream of Downtown 2.0 in front of city administrators, government officials and council members in December 2023. Now, he says the phased project … more
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