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Deken Letinich (center)
18th District candidate aims to improve lives of working families
Deken Letinich, a Democratic candidate running for the 18th District state representative first position seat against Republican incumbent Stephanie McClintock, seeks to champion the needs of working … more
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Cars line up to drop off their primary election ballots at the Brush Prairie ballot drop-off location.
Early primary election results: CCFR and Fire District 3 levies passing
The first day of unofficial primary election results show the local propositions to raise the fire district levies for Clark-Cowlitz Fire Rescue (CCFR) and Fire District 3 are passing overwhelmingly. … more
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The Interstate 5 Bridge replacement initiative will release a final project draft in fall, 2025. Project leaders expect construction to begin in 202
Interstate Bridge Replacement moving to next phase
The initiative to replace the historic Interstate 5 Bridge will release the results of a major program study later this year, marking a significant milestone following several delays. A … more
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Allen Lebovitz (left), Jaime Herrera Beutler, David Upthegrove, Sue K. Pederson, Patrick DePoe, Jeralee Anderson and Kevin Van De Wege speak on their preferred policies if elected as Commissioner of Public Lands at a candidate forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of Washington, Thursday, July 18, at Clark College in Vancouver. The commissioner oversees over 5 million acres of state-owned land.
Forest management, protection a focus at Commissioner of Public Lands forum
The seven candidates running for Commissioner of Public Lands shared their preferred policies and how they would manage and protect state lands last week at a forum to educate voters prior to the … more
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Four contract crews were utilized to help knock down the 38-acre Donkey Fire near Pe Ell, a resource the Washington State Department of Natural Resources can utilize for wildfires in Clark or Cowlitz counties.
DNR to rely on contract crews, aviation, engine strike teams in place of Larch crews
If a wildfire were to spark in southwest Washington, according to the state’s Department of Natural Resources (DNR), it can utilize engine strike teams, contract crews and aviation to suppress … more
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Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump pumps his fist as he is rushed offstage by U.S. Secret Service agents after being grazed by a bullet during a rally on July 13, 2024 in Butler, Pennsylvania.
Trump assassination attempt: Washington state politicians respond after former president bloodied by shooter
Responses from Washington state politicians poured in following the attempted assassination of former U.S. President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday. Trump suffered … more
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Leslie Lewallen stated her priority is to shut down the Southern border, citing a need to address the rising drug-related deaths in southwest Washington. Lewallen is running for Washington’s third congressional district seat.
Congressional candidate Leslie Lewallen aims to reduce drug overdoses
Third congressional district candidate Leslie Lewallen highlighted her goals if elected to close the Southern border and fund the police during a June 21 town hall in Camas. Lewallen is a former … more
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Northern Lights dazzle over Clark County with rare display
The Northern Lights made a rare appearance over Clark County overnight between Friday, May 10 and Saturday, May 11. The Aurora Borealis display was labeled a severe geomagnetic storm by the National … more
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District 3 U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez toured the City of Vancouver’s Marine Park Wastewater Treatment Plant with Frank Dick, Vancouver wastewater treatment program manager, on Wednesday, April 24.
U.S. Rep. Perez tours wastewater treatment plant, shares clean water investments at roundtable
District 3 U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenka mp Perez gathered local stakeholders to discuss her clean water priorities in Congress at the City of Vancouver’s Marine Park Wastewater Treatment Plant on … more
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State 19th District Rep. Jim Walsh, R-Aberdeen, said during a town hall last week that he submitted an initiative to repeal a bill passed by Democrats that would speed the process of transitioning energy companies away from fossil fuels.
Republican legislators, candidate Joe Kent share priorities during town hall
Southwest Washington Republicans spoke about their priorities leading up to November’s general election during a town hall last week in Battle Ground. The town hall was hosted by 19th District … more
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District 18 Reps. Greg Cheney and Stephanie McClintock collaborated with legislators to secure roughly $18 million in funds for projects in the area.
Local lawmakers pleased parent rights, police pursuit legislation pass recent session
While 18th and 20th district legislators disagreed with many bills that passed during the 2024 short legislative session, which concluded March 7, the lawmakers were pleased that many area … more
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Pleasant Valley School Principal Craig Pearson stands with wood-carving twins Patrick and Mike Bryson with their piece, Buddy the Beaver.
Monthly 2023 year in review
January Clark County acquires state land along Hantwick Trail The land around the Hantwick Trail by Moulton Falls was secured for recreational use, as the Washington State Board of Natural … more
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Rep. Greg Cheney
BG legislator proposing rent legislation in upcoming session
Rep. Greg Cheney, R-Battle Ground, is proposing legislation during the upcoming 2024 legislative session that would maintain or reduce rents for tenants while providing property tax relief for … more
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Larch Corrections Center, which provided invaluable aid from inmate work and fire crews across Clark County, closed on Oct. 10.
Top news stories of 2023
Larch Corrections Center in Yacolt Closes The Washington State Department of Corrections announced on June 26 that Larch Corrections Center, a minimum security prison in Yacolt, would close. … more
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Senator Jeff Wilson attends an Office of the Chehalis Basin board meeting at the Veterans Memorial Museum on Thursday, May 4, 2023.
Sen. Jeff Wilson proposes bill to amend state ‘Sunshine Committee’
Nineteenth Legislative District state Sen. Jeff Wilson, R-Longview, has prefiled legislation he says will help overhaul the state’s Sunshine Committee and streamline public disclosure requests. … more
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I-5 bridge replacement plan receives $600 million in federal funding
Washington legislators announced Friday that they have secured federal funds to help replace the Interstate 5 Bridge between Clark County and Portland. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-03) and … more
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Washington state gubernatorial candidate Semi Bird speaks to guests at a private meet-and-greet event in north Clark County, Oct. 13.
GOP governor candidate makes Clark County visit
Richland Republican Semi Bird takes his position as a political outsider in stride in his campaign. In that position, he’s found a kindred spirit in Joe Kent, with whom he shares more than … more
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The roads, especially Interstate 5 are projected to have holiday traffic conditions, Labor Day weekend. WSDOT encourages drivers to hit the road early or late to try and avoid the clogged roads.
Clark-Cowlitz Fire Rescue, WSDOT offer safety and driving tips for Labor Day weekend
The last big travel weekend of summer is approaching: Labor Day weekend, and county and state agencies advise travelers to take basic precautions before hitting the roads. The Clark-Cowlitz Fire … more
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(Above) Douglas aster is in bloom at the Goat Marsh Research Natural Area on the southwestern side of Mount St. Helens on Thursday, Aug. 10.
Wildflowers in bloom around the southside of Mount St. Helens
Miss Clark County, Vanessa Munson, introduces herself during the Miss Washington Pageant at Capitol High School's Performing Arts Center Friday evening, June 30, 2023.
Miss Clark County crowned as Miss Washington
Vanessa Munson, a Prairie High School graduate and current sergeant in the U.S. Army, increased her status from Miss Clark County to Miss Washington on Saturday, July 1, during a pageant in Olympia. … more
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