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Yacolt man to be sentenced for Jan. 6 breach of the U.S. Capitol
A Yacolt man is set to be sentenced in September for his participation in the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. Benjamin John Silva, 36, pleaded guilty April 5 in the District of … more
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Valerie Bergmann smiles Thursday, April 11 in the now-totaled work truck she was driving when a suspected impaired driver hit her and other Washington State Transportation workers in January in Vancouver. Although Bergmann is worried she could be struck again, she said her job offers her the support she needs. "It's going to take a lot more than one hit for me to think about quitting," she said.
Fatal work zone crashes double in state; SW Washington county sees fourth highest crash rate 
Valerie Bergmann saw headlights in her rearview mirror just before a car traveling 70 mph rammed into her maintenance truck on the side of Interstate 5 in Vancouver. Bergmann, of Woodland, and … more
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The Washington Department of Ecology issued an Administrative Order against Portland Vancouver Junction Railroad on March 25, requiring steps to comply with the Water Pollution Control Act.
Ecology files administrative order against local railroad
The Washington Department of Ecology is applying pressure on Portland Vancouver Junction Railroad (PVJR) after issuing an administrative order on March 25. The order demanded that the railroad … 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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Ahead of spring, gas prices on the rise in Washington state
Washington state drivers may have noticed an increase in the price at the pump recently. On Monday, the average cost for a gallon of gas in the Evergreen State increased to nearly $4.31 per … more
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FILE PHOTO — A salmon breaks the surface of the Skookumchuck River near the Skookumchuck Hatchery.
Salmon recovery proponents say several bills got away this legislative session
Supporters of salmon recovery efforts in Washington state were optimistic going into this year's short 60-day legislative session. There was bipartisan support for habitat restoration, with … more
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Adrian Cortes
BG city councilor announces campaign for state Senate
Battle Ground City Councilor and former Mayor Adrian Cortes announced his campaign for Washington state Senate in the 18th District last week. Cortes is currently serving his third term in City … more
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People gather at the Capitol during the “Let’s Go Washington” initiatives rally in Olympia on Friday, Feb. 23, 2024.
Battle begins over three revenue-cutting initiatives on the ballot this November
Less than eight months from now, Washington state voters will – in addition to casting a ballot for president in November’s general election – decide the fate of three initiatives … more
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Gov. Jay Inslee speaks to the media on the last day of the 2024 Legislature at the state Capitol on Thursday, March 7.
Gov. Inslee signs bill allowing hate crime charges for defacing public property
Washington state Gov. Jay Inslee has signed into law a bill that classifies certain types of public defacement as a felony if it's perceived to be an act of "hate." Senate Bill 5917 amends … more
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Gov. Jay Inslee watches the House on the last day of the 2024 Legislature at the state Capitol on Thursday, March 7.
Concerns remain about passage of a bill that paves way for natural gas ban in Washington
One of the most controversial bills passed by the Washington State Legislature this session has yet to be signed into law by Gov. Jay Inslee. Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1589 , dubbed by … more
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Lynda Wilson
Washington state District 17 senator announces retirement after 10 years
On March 6, Washington 17th District Sen. Lynda Wilson announced she was not seeking another term after 10 years in the state Legislature. Wilson was elected in 2016 after one term in the House … more
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The Interstate Bridge Replacement Program board unveiled new renderings of the replacement Interstate 5 bridge over the Columbia River. A final design has not been selected as of now. Designs include four single-level bridges, one double-level bridge and a moveable bridge.
New visuals of the Interstate Bridge replacement released
The Interstate Bridge Replacement Program board released a second batch of designs for a replacement Interstate 5 bridge during an executive steering group meeting on Tuesday, March 5. The … more
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Leslie Lewallen smiles for a photo in front of a flag that flew over the White House Tuesday morning at her Camas home.
Securing border high priority for GOP congressional candidate Lewallen
When Third District U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez said on a podcast that “nobody stays awake at night worrying about the Southern border,” the words appalled attorney Leslie Lewallen, … more
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U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez and U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg tour Cascadia Tech Academy in Vancouver on Monday, Feb. 12.
MGP, DOT Secretary Buttigieg tour Cascadia Tech Academy, meet with local union members
District 3 U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez and U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg visited the Interstate 5 Bridge, toured Cascadia Tech Academy and met with members of Southwest … more
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Joe Kent addresses the crowd at Mr. Dougs on Feb. 8.
Southern border, geopolitics hot topics at Joe Kent meet and greet
Joe Kent, a Republican 3rd Congressional District candidate, believes boosting Republican voter turnout and focusing on the small towns of Yelm and Rainier in rural Thurston County will be crucial in … more
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Grace Erickson, 11th-grade homeschool student from Ridgefield, attended Page School in Olympia with Rep. Ed Orcutt’s sponsorship.
Ridgefield student attends House of Representatives Page Program in Olympia
Ridgefield 11th grade homeschool student Grace Erickson paged in the Washington State House of Representatives Jan. 22 through Jan. 26 in Olympia. She attended the House Page Program during the third … more
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‘The people in the state of Washington have spoken’: Rally attendees push for hearings for six initiatives
While they could ultimately end up before voters in November, approximately 200 rally attendees argued on the steps of the State Capitol Jan. 31 that a slate of conservative initiatives should be … more
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Vanessa Munson, a 2018 Prairie High School graduate, competed in the Miss America 2024 pageant from Jan. 6-14 in Orlando, Florida.
From Prairie High School to the national stage, local woman competes in Miss America 2024
Vanessa Munson has worn many hats and a sash while representing the state of Washington in the past year, and with five months left in her reign as Miss Washington, she is looking forward to the … more
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Mandatory process proposed to review complaints about school library books
A mandatory process to guide school districts should be required when protests erupt over books that deal candidly with sexual preferences and gender identity, some people are arguing. While … more
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