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Qualifying households may receive a one-time payment of $120 per eligible child with state-wide payouts beginning this June, according to a news release by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI).
New SUN Bucks program funds food for children on summer break
Additional financial aid for meals will soon be available for low-Income families with children on summer break across Clark County. Qualifying households may receive a one-time payment of $120 … more
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County seeks applicants with freight expertise for advisory group
Clark County Climate Project Community Advisory Group (CAG) is seeking applicants with freight experience to provide insight on shipping and transportation within the county. Applications are due by … more
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People can support the rescue operations and animals at I Paw’ed it Forward by shopping the annual fundraising garage sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, June 15, 8706 NE 179th St., Battle Ground.
I Paw’ed It Forward animal rescue hosting fundraiser sale
People can support the rescue operations and animals at I Paw’ed it Forward by shopping the annual fundraising garage sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, June 15, 8706 NE 179th St., Battle … more
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Al and Ernie’s Bakery Cafe project manager Liza Tkachenko, who is overseeing the rebuild to turn the previous grocery store into a bakery cafe in Battle Ground, said the building will include many features that embody the old town Battle Ground feel.
Upcoming bakery cafe takes on an iconic name in Battle Ground
An upcoming bakery cafe will continue the Al and Ernie’s name in Battle Ground at the same location as the former grocery store. The building that Al and Ernie’s Bakery Cafe will … more
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Clark County Public Health issued a swim beach warning at Battle Ground Lake, 18002 NE 249th St., Battle Ground, on Friday, May 30, due to elevated levels of E. coli bacteria.
Public health warning issued for Battle Ground Lake due to bacteria
Clark County Public Health issued a swim beach warning at Battle Ground Lake, 18002 NE 249th St., Battle Ground, on Friday, May 30, due to elevated levels of E. coli bacteria. Test results for … more
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La Center and the Clark County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) are negotiating a final contract to have permanent officers in La Center. CCSO Commander Phil Sample has led law enforcement in La Center since late January, with two CCSO day-shift officers on patrol since April 12. Sample expects the CCSO to supply the city with more swing-shift officers soon.
CCSO deputies support La Center as city looks for final law enforcement agreement
As La Center pushes for a final agreement with the Clark County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) for police services, a commander and two daytime patrol officers are currently enforcing laws in the … more
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Clark County Pride’s fourth annual Rainbow Walk in La Center was briefly halted by a small group of hecklers last week. Some participants of the walk formed a shield with their umbrellas and yelled supportive chants over the cries of protesters.
Bad weather, disruptive protesters fail to stop La Center Pride Month rally
Despite the presence of heavy rain and a hate group, Clark County’s LGBTQ+ community completed its fourth annual Rainbow Walk without a hitch, Sunday, June 2, in La Center. Roughly 100 … more
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A gun salute was provided for five veterans previously buried without proper honors at the Brush Prairie Cemetery on Sunday, June 2. The veterans received their military honors during a ceremony where the public was invited to attend and stand in place of family members.
Five buried veterans finally receive military honors at Brush Prairie Cemetery
With no direct family available to attend, the Fort Vancouver chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and AmVets invited the public to stand in their places to honor five veterans … more
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Battle Ground High School band director Greg McKelvey walks down the main hallway of the school for a celebration and ceremony on Wednesday, May 29, after being named the grand marshal of the 2024 Grand Floral Parade in Portland.
BGHS band director honored as Portland Grand Floral Parade grand marshal
Battle Ground High School band director Greg McKelvey believes being named the grand marshal of the 2024 Grand Floral Parade in Portland is “one of the greatest moments” of his teaching … more
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A person sits on a dock at Battle Ground Lake on Wednesday, April 19.
Public health warning issued for Battle Ground Lake due to bacteria
Clark County Public Health issued a swim beach warning at Battle Ground Lake, 18002 NE 249th St., Battle Ground, on Friday, May 30, due to elevated levels of E. coli bacteria. Test results for … more
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Earth Friendly Recycling offers pickup and dropoff services to recycle electronics. The company offers data destruction services for recycled devices.
Vancouver recycler puts unwanted electronics to use
Earth Friendly Recycling, a company in Vancouver, ensures used electronics stay out of landfills throug h refurbishing and shredding old devices. Eric Howell began the family business in 2011 to … more
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Linda Rader, third from right, Furry Friends cat rescue’s longest acting volunteer, retired on May 12 after 23 years of service.
Furry Friends rescue honor longtime volunteer
Staff at Furry Friends cat rescue hosted a retirement party for their longest active volunteer, Linda Rader, on May 12. Rader retired after 23 years of helping the Furry Friends cats and … more
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Lars is training to be a service dog for senior citizens de3aling with memory loss after he was rescued from a homeless camp at four weeks old. Lars was at Lucky Memorial Dog Park on Tuesday, March 28.
Dog Paw Off-leash Dog Parks volunteers to host “Bark in the Park” fundraiser event
Dog Paw, a non-profit group of volunteers who care for four dog parks in Clark County, will be hosting a fundraiser event at Vancouver’s Pacific Community Park to raise money and public … more
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Renae Skar
Hockinson science teacher reaches state finals for national teaching award
Renae Skar, a fourth grade H ockinson Heights Elementary School science teacher, is one of four state finalists for the 2024 Presidential Award of Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching … more
Former Spudder classmates greet one another at the Spudder Golden Grads reunion in the Ridgefield High School gym on Sunday, May 19. Attendees were from the classes of 1947 through 1974.
Ridgefield High School Golden Grad reunion exceeds fundraising goal
Ridgefield High School alumni raised $15,000 for scholarships at the 45th annual Golden Grad luncheon on Sunday, May 19. The funds came from a silent auction, cash raffle, registration fees and … more
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The Hockinson Fun Days weekend of celebration returns to the east county community Friday, May 31, through Saturday, June 1.
Hockinson Fun Days returns this weekend with events for everybody
The Hockinson Fun Days celebration kicks off with family bingo on Friday, May 31, and a lineup of family-friendly events planned for Saturday, June 1. “I’m expecting another … more
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Clark County Pride Morgan Frazier said the annual Rainbow Walk held in La Center is a great opportunity for rural LGBTQ+ residents in north Clark County to meet their community.
2024 Rainbow Walk to kick off Pride Month in La Center
Pride Month will have a colorful kickoff in La Center next week. Clark County Pride will host its fourth annual Rainbow Walk Sunday, June 2, at Holley Park in La Center, 1000 E. Fourth St. The … more
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Bryce Miller is the third generation owner of his family’s Farmers Insurance Miller Agency in Battle Ground, which is celebrating 75 years of operation this year.
Farmers Insurance Miller Agency in Battle Ground grateful for 75 years of operation
Three generations of Millers have built a 75-year legacy offering Battle Ground and area residents insurance from a local office. Bryce Miller is the third family member to provide insurance to … more
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Retention of hatchery Chinook salmon and steelhead reopens on the Lewis River
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFWs) made a fishing rule change to allow the retention of hatchery Chinook salmon and steelhead on the Lewis River this season in Clark and Cowlitz … more
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From June 8-9 anglers across the state can fish for various species without a license. Any fish requiring a catch record card, including sturgeon, salmon, steelhead and halibut, and all shellfish will still require a license.
WDFW Free Fishing Weekend returns to Washington, June 8-9
For one weekend, anglers across the state can fish for various species without a license. This year, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (WDFW) annual Free Fishing Weekend event … more
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