Clark County Today News

Washington lawmakers are debating Senate Bill 5480, a proposal to void medical debt reported to credit bureaus. Elizabeth New of the Washington Policy Center warns that while the bill aims to help struggling patients, it could drive up healthcare costs and encourage non-payment. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-medical-debt-bill-a-dangerous-gamble-with-unintended-conse...

President Trump’s executive order on No Men in Women’s Sports strengthens Title IX protections, restricting federal funding for programs that allow biological males to compete in women’s sports. Advocates, including Jennifer Sey of XX-XY Athletics, call it a step toward cultural change. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/trumps-order-provides-opening-in-quest-to-change-th...

Engineer Bob Ortblad challenges the IBR Program’s claims about the I-5 Bridge’s seismic risk. He argues that the existing bridge design is more resilient than the proposed replacement, raising concerns about earthquake vulnerability. Read his full letter at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-ibrs-seismic-lie/ on www. ClarkCountyToday.com #I5Bridge #SeismicRisk #BridgeEngineering #Infr...

Evergreen teacher Adam Aguilera encourages voters to support school levies that fund safety, student activities, and essential programs. He reminds the community that every ballot matters in this election. Read his full letter at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-this-election-will-be-decided-by-you-remembering-to-fill-out-your-ballot/ on www. ClarkCountyToday.com #EvergreenSchools #...

Evergreen Public Schools teacher Rebecca Brown is advocating for two school levy renewals that would continue funding for teachers, counselors, technology, and student safety. These levies are not new taxes but crucial extensions of existing funding measures. Read the full letter at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-lets-continue-investing-in-the-success-and-safety-of-our-students/ o...

Lars Larson argues that the I-5 Bridge light rail project is a financial disaster, highlighting budget shortfalls, rising costs, and legislative opposition. With the City of Camas rejecting the plan and Washington state lawmakers pushing to block funding, is this project doomed? Read the full column at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-the-i-5-bridge-is-a-dead-train-rolling/ on www....

Rep. John Ley has introduced House Bill 1869, which could prevent Washington taxpayers from covering Portland’s TriMet costs—potentially saving the state up to $500 million. His bill seeks to keep transportation dollars within Washington, arguing that TriMet’s $2 billion MAX light rail extension should be funded by Oregon. Learn more about the bill’s impact at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news...

A Clark County teacher and a Portland police officer lost their home in a fire, and a GoFundMe campaign has been launched to help their family recover. Learn how you can support them at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/gofundme-spotlight-clark-county-teacher-and-portland-police-officer-lose-family-home-in-fire/ #GoFundMe #ClarkCountyTeacher #PortlandPolice #HouseFire #FamilyEmergency #Commu...

A new bipartisan bill proposes capping credit card interest rates at 10%, a move that could provide financial relief but also raise concerns over access to credit. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/bipartisan-bill-would-cap-credit-card-interest-at-10/ #BipartisanBill #CreditCardInterest #FinancialRelief #BankingRegulations #ConsumerProtection #CreditCardDebt #InterestRates #USCong...

Elizabeth New of the Washington Policy Center testified in Olympia on Senate Joint Memorial 8004, which seeks taxpayer-funded universal healthcare in Washington. She argues for free-market solutions over government intervention. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-testifying-in-olympia-on-a-proposal-to-change-our-system-of-health-care/ #ElizabethNew #WashingtonPolicyCente...

The Clark County Sheriff’s Office honored deputies, officers, and civilians for outstanding service at its annual awards ceremony. Recognitions included life-saving actions, heroism in critical incidents, and community contributions. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/ccso-recognizes-heroism-and-exceptional-service-at-annual-awards-ceremony/ #CCSO #LawEnforcement #PublicSafety #C...

Clark College is hosting free virtual information sessions for high school students interested in the Running Start program. Learn how you can earn college credit while completing high school! Sessions are available in English, Spanish, and Russian. More details at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-college-hosts-running-start-virtual-information-sessions-for-high-schoolers/ #ClarkCollege...

The Clark County Board of Health is seeking applicants for an education representative position on the Public Health Advisory Council. This volunteer role supports local health initiatives and policies. The deadline to apply is February 28. Learn more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/board-of-health-extends-application-deadline-for-education-position-on-public-health-advisory-council-4/ #B...

PeaceHealth is expanding healthcare access in Clark County! 🏥 With the transition of former Providence clinics, PeaceHealth is inviting the public to open house events at its Camas and Mill Plain locations. Tour the facilities, meet the care teams, and learn more about expanded medical services. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/peacehealth-to-host-open-houses-at-newly-...

HeART Fest returns to Camas! 🎨 The Artisans’ Guild of Camas is hosting its annual fine art market at Lacamas Lake Lodge on Feb. 8. Explore a diverse collection of handmade art, jewelry, and gifts from talented local artists. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/the-artisans-guild-of-camas-to-host-heart-fest-saturday/ #HeARTFest #ArtisansGuildCamas #FineArtMarket #LocalArti...

President Trump has nominated Joe Kent to lead the National Counter Terrorism Center, highlighting his experience as a Green Beret and CIA officer. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/president-trump-nominates-joe-kent-to-become-director-of-national-counter-terrorism-center/ #JoeKent #NationalSecurity #CounterTerrorism #PresidentTrump #CIA #GreenBeret #MilitaryService #Was...

The Camas City Council unanimously passed a resolution opposing light rail in the Interstate 5 Bridge Replacement Project, citing high costs and limited benefits. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/city-of-camas-passes-resolution-opposing-light-rail-into-clark-county-via-i-5-replacement-bridge-program/ #Camas #Vancouver #Portland #LightRail #Interstate5Bridge #CamasCityCo...

A new PDC complaint against Ridgefield School District officials alleges misuse of taxpayer resources to campaign for levies. Read the full details at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/new-pdc-complaint-against-ridgefield-school-officials-moves-forward/ #Ridgefield #SchoolDistrict #PDCComplaint #PublicDisclosure #CampaignViolations #SchoolLevies #TaxpayerResources #ElectionLaws #ClarkCountyWa...

Vincent Cavaleri examines the rise of progressivism and its effect on American democracy, highlighting concerns over government control, identity politics, and individual freedoms. Read the full opinion column at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-the-parasitic-infestation-of-progressivism/ #Vancouver #VincentCavaleri #SilentMajority #Progressivism #DemocraticValues #AmericanDemocrac...

Battle Ground resident Vern Jeremica shares his concerns about Clark County schools, questioning whether school levies improve education or if larger systemic changes are needed. Read the full letter at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-the-problem-with-clark-county-schools/ #BattleGround #ClarkCountySchools #PublicEducation #SchoolLevies #WashingtonEducation #CRT #DEI #CSE #Educatio...

Jim Walsh has been re-elected as chairman of the Washington State Republican Party, with Clark County Councilor Michelle Belkot elected vice chair. Their leadership focuses on grassroots mobilization and strategic election efforts. Full details at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/chairman-jim-walsh-re-elected-to-lead-wagop/ #Vancouver #WAGOP #JimWalsh #MichelleBelkot #PoliticalLeadership #Cla...

A heroic bystander pulled a driver from a burning vehicle after a serious car accident on Interstate 2-oh-5 near Padden Parkway. Vancouver Fire Department crews arrived to find the car fully engulfed in flames, with the driver already rescued. Full details at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/driver-of-serious-car-accident-vehicle-fire-pulled-out-by-bystander/ #Vancouver #VehicleFire #CarAccid...

The Vancouver Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Treyson Brooks, who has been missing since January 24. Due to medical conditions and lack of access to his prescribed medications, he is considered endangered. Anyone with information is urged to contact law enforcement. Full details at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-police-seek-assistanc...

Camas City Council is considering a resolution opposing the proposed extension of light rail into Vancouver as part of the I-5 Bridge replacement project. Local residents concerned about the decision are encouraged to attend the public meeting. Get the full details at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/camas-city-council-to-consider-resolution-against-light-rail/ #Camas #LightRail #I5Bridge #Tr...

Washington lawmakers push forward with House Bill 1296, a measure that Republicans argue weakens the parents' bill of rights. Despite strong opposition, the bill cleared the House Education Committee. Read the full report at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/bill-republicans-say-would-undo-parents-bill-of-rights-initiative-moves-forward/ #HouseBill1296 #ParentsRights #EducationReform #SchoolPo...