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Fire District 3 commissioners approve move to place fire levy lid lift on August ballot
The Clark County Fire District 3 Board of Fire Commissioners passed a resolution to place a fire levy lid lift on the Aug. 1 primary election ballot. A news release from the fire district stated … more
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Clark County Sheriff John Horch
Clark County sheriff, prosecutor named in lawsuit over assault weapons ban
The recent signing of a bill that banned the sale of “assault weapons” drew an immediate challenge in federal court, with top law enforcement officials in Clark County among those named … more
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The new roundabout at South Royle Road and South 15th Street and South Wells Drive is seen on April 24.
Royle Road opens following first phase of reconstruction
The months of headaches from road closures on South Royle Road are over after the first of three phases was completed to bring the road to a condition that is better able to han dle nearby growth. … more
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La Center proclaims May as Jewish American Heritage Month after house bearing swastikas draws ire from citizens
La Center proclaimed May as Jewish American Heritage Month at its April 26 meeting, focusing specifically on antisemitism around the country, but the issue for some residents hits closer to … more
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Flowers begin to bloom at Battle Ground Central Park on Thursday, April 27.
In focus: Flowers add color to Battle Ground Central Park
Emergency departments experience a rise in opioid overdose visits
Clark County Public Health is warning the community about a recent increase in emergency department visits due to opioid overdoses. A news release stated preliminary evidence suggests most of the … more
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Mark Watrin, far left, teaches students from Glenwood Heights Primary School about gardening.
Battle Ground school board member wins Green Apple Award
Battle Ground School Board member Mark Watrin has won Clark County Public Health’s Green Apple Award for his work with school sustainability programs. Watrin said he didn’t win the … more
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A bag with a limit of 15 razor clams dug at Mocrocks is pictured on March 18.
WDFW approves final coastal razor clam digs of the spring season
Shellfish managers with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife confirmed the final coastal razor clam digs of the season can proceed as planned from May 4 to May 14. “This last tide … more
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The Ridgefield High School Varsity Knowledge Bowl team holds a trophy after winning its second state championship in a row in Wenatchee. From left to right is Stuart Swingruber, Adam Ford, coach David Jacobson, Emi Newell and James Haddix.
Ridgefield Spudders come in fourth at National Knowledge Bowl competition
The Ridgefield High School Knowledge Bowl team came in fourth place at the National Knowledge Bowl competition on Saturday, April 22. The team entered the virtual competition as the reigning … more
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The Lower Daybreak Trail next to the East Fork Lewis River features two resting areas.
Trail highlight: Lower Daybreak Park provides accessible opportunity to enjoy nature
The Lower Daybreak Trailhead in Battle Ground located at the boat launch portion of Daybreak Park is a great way for people of all abilities to enjoy nature. The paved portion of the trail … more
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Students at Glenwood Heights Primary School move between classes on the first day of school in 2022.
Battle Ground School Board discusses bond measure to replace buildings
Discussions to replace Battle Ground Public Schools’ oldest buildings are back on the table, years after the district unsuccessfully tried to pass a construction bond. During an April 24 … more
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A graph shows the rate of COVID-19 cases per 100,000 of Clark County population in the prior seven days. The graph has separate lines for each year going back to 2020.
Clark County’s recent COVID-19 case rate decreases
Clark County’s recent COVID-19 case rate decreased in the latest data after experiencing a few weeks of incline. Clark County Public Health’s April 27 report included 28 COVID-19 cases … more
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Wildcat Smith Stimmel winds up to hit a ball that was later dropped, allowing runners to score on an error, during La Center's 9-4 win in game one of a double header against King's Way Christian on Tuesday, April 25.
La Center secures wins against King’s Way Christian during doubleheader on April 25
The La Center baseball team took both games in its doubleheader against King’s Way Christian on Tuesday, April 25, as they secured a 9-4 victory in game one followed by a 6-0 shutout. … more
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Woodland's John Lennon Mateo, far left, is cut-off by Spudder defender Sid Bryant during Ridgefield's 1-0 victory over the Beavers on Thursday, April 27.
Ridgefield boys secure 1-0 victory over Woodland
On Woodland’s home turf, the Ridgefield boys soccer team secured a 1-0 victory on Thursday, April 27. In the 12th minute, Spudder Jack Brown was awarded a penalty kick due to backside … more
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Hockinson equestrians Evelyn Vossler (2016) and Brooklynn Slaby cross paths in Tacoma on Saturday, April 15 for the team’s final district meet of the season.
Hockinson equestrians earn state berths, medals in final district meet
Athletes on Hockinson’s Washington High School Equestrian Team (WAHSET), in the final district meet of their season on Saturday, April 15, earned trips to state and medals in over a dozen … more
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A Clark Public Utilities employee educates people about electric vehicles and at home charging stations at the Home and Garden Idea Fair in Ridgefield on Saturday, April 29. In the background is a fully electric work van that CPU utilizes.
Clark Public Utilities educates consumers on how to reduce carbon footprint through EV Garage display
Employees from Clark Public Utilities volunteered their time during the Home and Garden Idea Fair to answer questions and to provide more information about electric vehicles (EV) and the resources … more
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Maiden's Blush, an early blooming lilac, sits in the for sale section of the Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens in Woodland on Tuesday, April 25.
Community Calendar, May 3, 2023 edition
Lilac Days: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily through Sunday, May 14. The Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens will host Lilac Days in Woodland. The theme this year is “hats from the past” and collections … more
Woodland High School stadium
Approval of Woodland Public Schools levy trails by 37 votes after initial ballot count
A ballot measure to replace an expiring property tax levy for Woodland Public Schools is failing by only a few dozen votes after initial election results rolled in on Tuesday night in the April … more
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Brantleigh Holzman and his father Dylan get out of a fire engine at Rocky’s Pizza in Battle Ground for the 6-year-old’s wish reveal party on Sunday, April 23.
A dream come true: Make-a-Wish Foundation grants 6-year-old Battle Ground kid with trip to Disneyland
One of Brantleigh Holzman’s dreams came true on Sunday, April 23, as first responders from Clark County Fire District 3 and people from the Make-a-Wish Foundation, provided the 6-year-old with … more
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The Capitol building in Olympia, home to the Senate and House chambers, is seen from outside the Governor’s Mansion Thursday, Feb. 16.
Local lawmakers see several bills pass through statehouse as legislative session ends
Washington State’s 2023 Legislative Session has come to an end as several bills from local lawmakers will be signed into law by Gov. Jay Inslee in the coming weeks. The session adjourned … more
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