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Clark County Fair: Friday-Sunday, Aug. 2-11, Clark County Fairgrounds, 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Enjoy carnival rides, live music, dinosaurs and more at the annual Clark County Fair. A … more
Battle Ground Lake State Park continues hosting summer educational programs
County residents are invited to participate in interpretive, educational programs covering a variety of nature topics relevant to Battle Ground Lake State Park. Programs will be available on … more
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The 2024 Clark County Fair Court ambassadors, Queen Hope Roberts (right) and Princess Sarah Payne, represent the fair at several events and parades, including the Harvest Days parade in Battle Ground. A new pair will be crowned at 5 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 11, at the Kids’ Park Stage at the Clark County Fairgrounds.
Clark County Fair Court ambassadors ready to pass the reins
As Queen Hope and Princess Sarah prepare to conclude their terms as Clark County Fair Court ambassadors, they look forward to meeting the new candidates at this year’s tryouts. The court … more
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Matthew Barner, winner of two demolition derby events last year, is seeking a win at the Clark County Fair with his military aircraft-themed sedan he spent last week getting ready for crashing yet again.
Clark County Fair motorsports drivers share their preparations, favorite aspects
The Clark County Fair features a handful of adrenaline pumping motorsports, often with locals behind the wheel. A few shared their favorite aspects of competing in the motorsports and their … more
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Jordan Chiles, a Prairie High School graduate, can add Olympic gold medalist to her resume after she helped secure gold for the U.S. Women's Gymnastics Team in the women’s team final on Tuesday, July 30, in the Paris 2024 Olympics. She competed in the floor event on Monday, Aug. 5, as well, but results were unavailable before press time.
Prairie High School grad helps secure gold for Team USA in gymnastics
A Prairie High School grad helped the U.S. Women’s Gymnastics Team win an Olympic gold in the women’s team final on Tuesday, July 30, in the Paris 2024 Olympics. Jordan Chiles, … more
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Former players and assistant coaches gather around retired coach Jerry Whitaker (right) during a surprise visit to his Oregon home, last week. The group reminisced about past games and shared experiences during a heartfelt gathering.
Retired Woodland baseball coach surprised, honored by former players
Last week, a retired Woodland High School baseball coach was surprised with a heartfelt reunion with former players celebrating and remembering his contributions to Woodland sports. Jerry … more
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Letter to the Editor: Project 2025 will impact Social Security
Editor, I am writing so that all constituents understand the proposed changes to Social Security outlined in Project 2025, the treatise from the Heritage Foundation (and the Hungarian Danube … more
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Letter to the Editor: Republican writer not a Republican
Editor, I recently submitted a letter asking why a “registered Republican” posted support for Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez without signing his name. He did sign, but I didn’t … more
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Letter to the Editor: Dems erred by forcing Biden out
Editor, Many in the national press, Democratic elites and turncoat Congresspeople should be proud of themselves: They’ve forced a humiliating withdrawal by a good man and great president … more
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Letter to the Editor: Braun’s arguments about schools don’t consider all facts
Editor, State Sen. John Braun’s July 3 editorial makes a case for parental choice of which schools their children attend. I don’t necessarily disagree, but the topic is nuanced and … more
Maureen Harkcom, president of the Lewis County Farm Bureau, poses for a photo in downtown Centralia on Tuesday, May 28.
Commentary: Americans should be concerned about trends in agriculture
Every five years, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) does a “Census of Agriculture” to look at agriculture in the United States. They gather a lot of statistics from … more
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La Center seeks applicants for Planning Commission
The City of La Center is seeking residents to fill a vacant position on the Planning Commission as an alternate. Applications are available until the position is filled. The Planning Commission … more
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American Cancer Society to host Clark County Relay for Life
The American Cancer Society’s national fundraiser Relay for Life will come to Clark County this September as runners and walkers participate in a relay to raise money for cancer research, … more
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Washington state Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Centralia, center, prepares to net a fish as United States Fish and Wildlife Service biologist Joe Skalicky uses an electrified system to bring animals to be caught during preliminary sampling and monitoring in the Ridgefield Pits along the East Fork Lewis River in July 2023.
Ridgefield Pits land officially owned by county
A former gravel mine near Ridgefield will now undergo environmental rehabilitation after it was recently acquired by Clark County. The real estate transaction for the Ridgefield Pits, situated … more
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Clark County Historical Museum to host haunted walking tours
Learn the darker side of Clark County’s haunted past in Clark County Historical Museum’s upcoming haunted walking tours available from September to October. Ticket presales for the … more
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A watershed sign saying “Woodin Creek” is seen at Battle Ground’s Central Park, but it appears as Weaver Creek on a digital map.
Woodin you know? Local waterway packs a few names
Weaver on maps, Woodin in all references, the actual name of a creek that runs through the middle of Battle Ground is a bit of a mystery. In the July 24 edition of the Reflector, photos of an … more
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Miranda Reeves, a 2018 Battle Ground High School graduate, shows the capabilities of a Byrna Technologies’ less-lethal self-defense weapon in her mobile testing range she takes to markets.
Battle Ground entrepreneur turns less-lethal self defense into a business venture
A 2018 Battle Ground graduate-turned-entrepreneur has taken to less-lethal measures for her own self defense and now promotes and sells the solution she found. Miranda Reeves first started her … more
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Cowlitz County lane closures and detours scheduled
Drivers in Woodland should expect delays next week as chip sealing in the area began on Monday, Aug. 5. The process will continue throughout the week with flaggers present. One-lane closures may … more
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Holley Park is one of La Center’s most used park facilities. Under the recently updated Parks Plan, parks including Holley Park will receive various upgrades and new amenities within six years, depending on available grants.
La Center to expand park facilities and trail network
Depending on funding availability, La Center residents can look forward to expanded park facilities and an enhanced trail network in the next five years. Proposed improvements to recreational … more
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Eiley Rassmussen earned a round of applause for her skills on the fiddle during the Washington State Fiddle Championships in the Small Fry Division, hosted by the Washington Old Time Fiddlers Association.
Clark County Fair kicks off with exciting performances and community events
The Clark County Fair opened with a lively parade on Friday, Aug. 2. Highlights of the opening weekend included 4-H contests and the Dino Encounters exhibit for kids. Community performances, … more
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