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Battle Ground Public Schools’ Center for Agriculture, Science and Environmental Education students Dante Fornaciari, left, and Ryan Tapio, talk about animal tracks with Maple Grove Elementary School kindergarteners at the center on Oct. 21.
Kindergarteners converge on CASEE center for fall learning
The smoky air cleared for a soggy, fall day on Friday as kindergartners from Battle Ground Public Schools descended on the district’s Center for Agriculture, Science and Environmental Education … more
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The Association of Washington Business’ Manufacturing Week bus tour participants look at one of the labs at Clark College’s Columbia Tech Center campus on Oct. 10.
Hi-tech business a buzz in Clark County
Clark College has a program designed to fit the needs of a growing hi-tech industry. At the college’s Center of Excellence for Semiconductor and Electronics Manufacturing, students gain … more
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La Wheezie Jefferson stands next to her twin calves Earl and Durl while feeding in their pen Saturday afternoon in La Center.
La Center’s Myrna Loy loves her long-lasting animals
The first time Myrna Loy went to a keg party during her young adulthood, it was a celebration of the birthday of a 21-year-old cow.  Now 77, Loy, of La Center, is celebrating the final months … more
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The Battle Ground High School girls softball team huddles together during practice on Oct. 20.
Battle Ground girls slowpitch softball competes at districts
The Battle Ground High School slowpitch softball team geared up for the district tournament last week with their new coach, Nicole Loran, at the helm. The team lost its two games against Union … more
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Don Higgins stands in front of his display at the Battle Ground Community Library on Oct. 20.
Exhibit at Battle Ground Community Library highlights Chief Umtuch’s death
Chief Umtuch was an important Native American in Clark County in the 19th century, but the details surrounding his death in 1855 have led to decades of speculation.  A new exhibit at the … more
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Joe Kent and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez attend the Congressional 3rd District Debate at the Vancouver Community Library Saturday afternoon.
Kent, Gluesenkamp Perez clash in 3rd Congressional Debate held in Vancouver
The race to represent Washington’s 3rd Congressional District has been making headlines since the summer of 2021. Amid coverage from national news outlets and big name endorsements, the time … more
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A map shows the evacuation zones for the Nakia Creek Fire in Clark County.
Nakia Creek Fire surpasses 1,500 acres 
The size of the Nakia Creek Fire burning near Larch Mountain has been estimated at approximately 1,500 acres in the latest update from emergency officials. On Monday morning, the Clark Regional … more
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State fire mobilization authorized for Nakia Creek Fire
State fire assistance has been mobilized for the Nakia Creek Fire in Clark County as the fire grew to an estimated 400 acres on Sunday. John Batiste, the chief of Washington State Patrol, … more
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Delores Hawkins sits behind Dave Boyce on a motorcycle in Ridgefield on Oct. 6.
‘She’s just precious to all of us’: Delores Hawkins, a 90-year-old woman from Ridgefield, checks item off bucket list
A 90-year-old resident in Ridgefield checked one item off her bucket list before her move to a retirement home.  On Oct. 6, Delores Hawkins was able to go on a motorcycle ride as her … more
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Players from the Ridgefield Spudders girls soccer team toss the ball to each other on Oct. 5.
Ridgefield girls soccer team maintains steady record for season
The Ridgefield High School girls soccer team has notched over a handful of wins in the early season as new coach Steven Evans has taken over the reins of the program. Evans took the job to replace … more
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Nakia Creek Fire, Silver Star Mountain Area, Washington.
Fire near Larch Mountain at 150 acres
A wildfire near Larch Mountain has grown to 150 acres as of Monday, the Washington state Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reported. The department first announced the fire on social media … more
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The first football team at Battle Ground High School was formed in 1922. The community celebrated 100 years of football at the school on Friday, Sept. 30 during a tailgate and Friday night game against Mount Tahoma. See more coverage on page A13.
Battle Ground High School celebrates 100 years of football
Football has been a staple at Battle Ground High School for 100 years.  On Friday, Sept. 30, community members, sports lovers and the football team commemorated the centennial celebration … more
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Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, left, and Joe Kent
Get to know the candidates for the 3rd Congressional Disrict
Come Nov. 8, Washington’s 3rd Congressional District will have a new representative in Congress for the first time since the 2010 election of Jaime Herrera Beutler, R-Battle Ground. The … more
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The staff at Parlour ‘73 in Battle Ground on Sept. 13.
Battle Ground beauty salon was recognized in Best of Clark County
The Parlour ‘73 salon in Battle Ground was named a finalist in the Best of Clark County contest for 2022.  While the business didn’t win the top honors, owner Andrea Young said … more
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Attendees of the 2022 Parade of Homes mill about the “Oak View,” one of six homes on display at this year’s festivities located in Ridgefield.
Annual home show parades into Ridgefield
This year’s annual celebration highlighting the peak of home construction in the region was held a little farther north than in past years as the 2022 Parade of Homes event came to North Clark … more
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The Hockinson Hawks get into position during practice on Sept. 13.
Friday night lights: Hockinson and Woodland gear up for season
Hockinson Hawks Head coach: Clint LeCount Classification: 2A League: Greater St. Helens League 2021 season stats: 7-3 The Hockinson Hawks started their season winning their first game … more
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The Ridgefield Education Association ended a six day strike after the teacher's union and the district reached a tentative agreement. Classes resumed on Monday.
Classes resume as Ridgefield teachers, district officials reach tentative agreement
A teachers strike in the Ridgefield School District is at an end after the district and the teachers union reached a tentative agreement on Sunday. On Sept. 18, both the district and the … more
A sign on an antique truck on Sept. 9 invites customers to Bi-Zi Farms in Brush Prairie.
Bi-Zi Farms celebrates 150 years
A longstanding Brush Prairie farm will celebrate 150 years of operation on Sunday with an event that shows off the operation’s many attractions and … more
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The La Center Wildcats practice tackling drills at La Center High School on Sept. 7.
Friday night lights: La Center, Ridgefield look forward to strong season
La Center Wildcats Head coach: John Lambert Classification: 1A League: Trico 2021 season stats: 6-3 The La Center Wildcats football team is looking to rebound after they … more
A fan dances as Filthy Rags plays at the Extreme Tour at Kiwanis Park on Sept. 9.
Extreme Tour stops in Battle Ground to provide free concert
Metal and punk rock fans rejoiced as a free concert was held at Kiwanis Park in Battle Ground last Friday. Mel Becker, the singer and keyboard player of the band Filthy Rags, said the theme of … more
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