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Gen Sushi owner Eddie Zhen (right) holds a plate of sushi next to server Jay Li. Since opening in February 2023, Gen Sushi has hired 16 staff members to keep up with the high demand.
Battle Ground sushi restaurant ranks high on national website
The word “gen,” written in Japanese kanji, means “the beginning.” Owner and head chef Eddie Zhen said he could not ask for a better start for his restaurant, which quickly … more
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Last year’s “Griswold Award” winners embodied the festive spirit of the Griswold family from “National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation” by decorating every inch of their yard with holiday decor. Battle Ground’s Battle of the Lights competition invites residents to showcase their most elaborate holiday displays to celebrate the holiday season, with a chance to win prizes.
Battle Ground opens registration for third Battle of the Lights competition
’Tis the season to be jolly for Battle Ground residents as they can deck their yards and enter the city’s annual holiday-decorating competition. Battle Ground is hosting its third … more
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Vancouver School of Rock’s performance program Best of the ’90s student Jeremiah C. bangs the drum sticks together as the group gets begins rehearsal on Wednesday, Nov. 6.
Clark County youth and adults learn to rock at the School of Rock
The jamming sounds of “Are You Gonna Go My Way” by Lenny Kravitz, Wednesday, Nov. 6, kicked off a 12-song set for the Vancouver School of Rock’s performance program Best of the … more
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Gary Kristensen paddles his giant pumpkin down the Columbia River.
46 miles on the Columbia River in a giant pumpkin lands Oregon paddler a world record
It was just after midnight when the support boat’s rack of lights cut out, leaving Gary Kristensen in near-darkness as he paddled down the Columbia River in a roughly thousand-pound … more
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The Woodland City Council passed two ordinances addressing aggressive panhandling and camping in public spaces, following resident concerns about safety and public health. The ordinances ban coercive solicitation and camping on city property, with violations leading to fines or jail time, though officers are encouraged to issue warnings first. Critics, including former City Councilor DeeAnna Holland, argue the measures lack supportive services and shift the problem elsewhere.
Woodland City Council passes ordinances targeting camping, ‘aggressive begging’
With no discussion, the Woodland City Council unanimously approved two ordinances on Monday, Nov. 4, targeting “aggressive panhandling” and unauthorized camping in public spaces. The … more
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Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez greets supporters after her “Mocha with Marie” event held at The Station Powered byLewis County Coffee Co. in Centralia on Friday, Oct. 25.
Gluesenkamp Perez says she has helped return more than $3 million in federal funds to constituents
Third Congressional District Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, has returned more than $3 million owed to constituents by the federal government, the freshman lawmaker announced earlier this … more
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Children’s Sharing Project opens charity auction to fund Christmas gifts
Clark County Children’s Sharing Project (CSP) has opened its annual charity auction, which will help the non-profit organization purchase Christmas gifts for children registered with local … more
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An attendee at the Democratic election watch party in Vancouver Tuesday, Nov. 8, keeps an eye on the presidential election from her laptop.
Community Focus: Residents sound off on most important issues to them
Among social media sites, Clark and Cowlitz County voters shared the hot button, deciding factors leading up to voting in last week’s general election. The Reflector asked voters what … more
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Ridgefield City Council awards contract for Laundry Site cleanup
The Ridgefield City Council has awarded a $915,542.47 contract to Anderson Environmental Contracting, LLC, of Kelso, to clean up contaminated parcels on Main Street. The cleanup location includes the … more
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Public hearing set for Ridgefield, Yacolt 2025 proposed budgets
The Ridgefield City Council will hold a public hearing and review its proposed budget for possible approval at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5. The city’s budget will start with $49.1 million … more
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Clark County automotive business owners sentenced for conspiracy, Clean Air Act violations
The owners of two Clark County automotive businesses were sentenced last week for conspiracy and felony violations of the federal Clean Air Act for tampering with diesel trucks’ emissions … more
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The race for the state senator seat in Washington's 18th Legislative District, which includes Battle Ground and surrounding areas, was too close to call as of last week. As of Friday, Democratic candidate Adrian Cortes, pictured, maintained a narrow lead of 37,622 votes (50.14%), ahead of Republican Brad Benton, who has received 37,268 votes (49.67%).
18th district races close in first week of General Election results
The first week’s results from the general election show several races in the 18th Legislative District were too close to call, though incumbent Republican state Rep. Stephanie McClintock and … more
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Gingerbread house competition to take place in Ridgefield
A gingerbread house competition sponsored by the Ridgefield Community Gleaners Association will take place in the Ridgefield Community Library this December. The Gingerbread House Festival event … more
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Love Street Playhouse opens auditions for ‘The Miracle Worker’
Auditions for Love Street Playhouse’s upcoming performance of “The Miracle Worker” will open at 6:30 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 24, at Love Street Playhouse, 126 Loves Ave., Woodland. Play … more
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Clark County Fire District 3 invites public to participate in budget process
Clark County Fire District 3 invites residents to participate in the district’s upcoming budget process to, in part, share their thoughts on how the revenue generated by the passage of the fire … more
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Residents invited to open house to learn about NE 152nd Ave. project
Residents are invited to learn more about a planned Clark County transportation project on 152nd Avenue at an upcoming open house. In 2025, Clark County Public Works will begin construction of a … more
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Donnie Vercher, founder of Dream for Life, holds hams donated by the community and sponsors for the upcoming free Thanksgiving dinners in Woodland and Vancouver. People have until Nov. 20 to donate food items and monetary donations to the nonprofit for the event.
Dream for Life hosts 12th annual free Thanksgiving dinner
Donnie Vercher, founder of the Dream For Life nonprofit, believes that sharing a meal can uplift and unite a community — a mission carried forward each year through the organization’s … more
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The Eaton Boulevard reconstruction project, totaling $14 million, will include a center turn lane, separated bike lanes, expanded sidewalks, additional turn lanes at SR 503 and a new traffic signal at Southwest 20th Avenue. Battle Ground will request $11 million from the state to support the construction, currently scheduled for 2026.
BG City Council approves 2025 legislative agenda
The Battle Ground City Council has approved its legislative priorities for the 2025 session, though its lobbyist warns that funding may be challenging to secure. The City Council reviewed the … more
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The outline of the foundation for Ridgefield’s upcoming In-N-Out Burger gets underway at the Union Station Town Center development on Oct. 29.
Ridgefield Junction subarea taking shape as more business applications filed
A long-time vision continues to become more of a complete reality in Ridgefield as more business applications are filed for the Ridgefield Junction subarea. The subarea plan is taking shape in … more
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Community members in north Clark County honored 21 veterans at the annual Veterans Day celebration hosted by the North Clark Historical Museum at Mt. Valley Grange #79 in Amboy on Saturday, Sept. 9.
North Clark County community celebrates veterans at ceremony
Local veterans say the northern Clark County community’s annual Veterans Day weekend gathering is something they cherish. On Saturday, Sept. 9, the North Clark County Historical Museum … more
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