Clark County Today News

Democrats hold every lever in Olympia, but Nancy Churchill spotlighted how a rush of bills—income tax grabs, sheriff powers, and agency expansions—are fueling growing grassroots backlash. Rural and independent voters see the frenzy as overreach. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-washingtons-majority-party-is-panicking/ #WashingtonPolitics #Olympia #NancyChurchill #Opinion #Trump #Wa...

Thomas Schenk from Amboy challenges Gov. Bob Ferguson’s remarks on the I-5 Bridge, calls out Democrat policies on taxes and light rail, and urges stronger Republican turnout in Washington politics. The letter questions both legislative actions and voter participation. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-now-we-have-engineer-bob-telling-us-the-i-5-bridge-needs-replacing-because-it-is-bu...

Thirty-six high school teams, including champions Lake Washington and Mount Vernon, gather for the Baseballism Kickoff Classic in Vancouver, Camas, and Ridgefield. Local diamonds will host 12 brackets honoring pro players from the region and offer free admission. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/sports/clark-county-baseball-presents-baseballism-kickoff-this-week-with-action-all-over-the-region/ #C...

Gov. Bob Ferguson said the I-5 Bridge is at risk of collapse in an earthquake because timber support piles sit in loose sand, while Vancouver Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle likened the structure to “pretzels in chocolate pudding.” Even so, both insisted there is no immediate danger to the roughly 140,000 vehicles that cross the bridge each day as officials continue pushing a costly replacement plan that...

Vancouver Police are searching for a van driver who struck a woman in a crosswalk at C Street and Evergreen Blvd, briefly assisted her, and then fled. The suspect is described as a Hispanic male; investigators released footage of the vehicle. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-police-seek-assistance-from-the-public-to-locate-hit-and-run-driver/ #Vancouver #Police #HitAndRun #PublicSaf...

Vancouver City Council's upcoming community forum will invite residents to discuss connections, barriers, and ideas to improve belonging and opportunity. Attendees can share perspectives and help shape the city's inclusive future. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-city-council-to-host-community-forum-on-belonging-march-23/ #Vancouver #CommunityForum #Belonging #LocalGov #ClarkCounty...

Twelve retired band directors will serve as Grand Marshals when Hazel Dell welcomes back its annual Parade of Bands. With 120 entries and 25 marching bands, organizers expect a crowd of up to 20,000 along the new route. Details on registration, traffic, and what to expect. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/60th-annual-hazel-dell-parade-of-bands-returns-this-may/ #HazelDell #ClarkCounty #Para...

Rye Dilley and other students in Battle Ground started Youth4PS to amplify student perspectives in funding and policy decisions. Their independent group aims to foster understanding between students, voters, and the district. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/youth/battle-ground-students-launch-youth-led-group-to-elevate-student-voices-in-school-funding-conversations/ #BattleGround #Youth4PS #Stude...

Gov. Bob Ferguson unveiled a steep $14.4 billion price for the I-5 Bridge replacement, sparking editor Ken Vance’s concern over light rail costs, funding shortfalls, lack of congestion relief, and state transparency. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-this-is-not-the-best-and-most-efficient-use-of-the-taxpayers-funds/ #ClarkCounty #Vancouver #I5Bridge #Transportation #Opinion #KenVan...

Governor Bob Ferguson pledges a new Vancouver-Portland bridge with light rail despite a $14.4 billion full project estimate. He says the first phase will cost $7.65 billion, targeting a 2028 construction start and federal funding. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/cost-for-ibrs-total-project-most-likely-to-be-14-4-billion/ #Vancouver #IBR #Politics #LightRail #Oregon #Portland #Washington #Inf...

Firefighters evacuated about 20 homes near NE 60th Avenue in Vancouver after workers struck a 2-inch natural gas line. Responders isolated the area, monitored air, and coordinated with C-TRAN and Northwest Natural Gas. All residents have returned home. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/natural-gas-leak-forces-evacuation-in-restricted-area-in-vancouver/ #Vancouver #ClarkCounty #EmergencyRespons...

A major industrial project left Longview for the Gulf of America, with energy uncertainty cited as the deciding factor. Mayor Erik Halvorson argues Washington’s Clean Energy Transformation Act is costing jobs and urges leaders to support natural gas as a critical bridge. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-dont-leave-longview-in-the-dark/ #Longview #CleanEnergy #NaturalGas #WashingtonS...

Lisa White, with over 20 years of finance experience and a background in nonprofit service, joins OnPoint Community Credit Union as its new CFO. She succeeds Jim Hunt, who led the credit union through major expansion and growth. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/business/onpoint-community-credit-union-welcomes-lisa-white-as-cfo/ #ClarkCounty #OnPointCommunityCreditUnion #Banking #Leadership #Oregon...

Zander Earl, an AP student and athlete at Ridgefield High, will serve as youth ambassador to central Mexico through the Greater Clark County Rotary Club. He’ll study, volunteer, and live with host families, while local clubs seek new applicants for future exchanges. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/youth/ridgefield-student-to-serve-as-rotary-clubs-youth-ambassador-to-central-mexico/ #Ridgefield #R...

Elizabeth New of Washington Policy Center highlights how HB 2355 will force households hiring nannies, cleaners, or gardeners to maintain wage records, provide written contracts, and follow new rules starting in 2027. Key exemptions remain unclear. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-hiring-someone-for-jobs-around-the-house/ #WashingtonPolicyCenter #domesticworkers #employmentlaw #Hou...

Joe Kent steps down from leading the National Counterterrorism Center, citing opposition to the U.S. war in Iran and challenging administration claims. Kent, a former Green Beret and congressional candidate, calls for new leadership on foreign intervention policy. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/was-joe-kent-leaving-trump-administration-over-war-in-iran/ #JoeKent #IranWar #Trump #ForeignPoli...

Memos and emails surfaced a deeper conflict between Vancouver officials and the DRA, as legal debates preceded city council's move to take hiring control. Records detail how a personnel dispute grew into a governance battle. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-our-way-or-the-highway/ #Vancouver #DRA #Governance #PublicRecords #ClarkCounty #Opinion #CityCouncil #NatashaRamras #Downtown...

TriMet's operating expenses grew 194% while ridership dropped 26%. Bob Pishue argues that rising costs and declining demand make the current I-5 bridge plan unsustainable. He urges officials to avoid repeating past mistakes. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-the-ballooning-cost-of-the-i-5-bridge-between-oregon-and-washington-is-unjustified/ #Opinion #I5Bridge #PublicPolicy #Transit...

Lars Larson confronts Joe Kent’s decision to step down from America’s National Counterterrorism Center citing opposition to Trump’s military action against Iran. Larson questions whether the move and Kent’s stated reasoning reflect a shift on U.S. security. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-americas-newest-anti-war-activist-joe-kent/ #JoeKent #LarsLarson #Counterterrorism #Iran #Opi...

Rep. David Stuebe argues that unchecked state spending, high taxes, and unfunded programs are fueling Washington’s affordability crisis. He details House Republican proposals for spending limits, taxpayer refunds, healthcare improvements, and funding for essential services. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-lets-make-washington-state-affordable-for-everyone/ #Washington #affordabili...

Gov. Bob Ferguson and legislative Democrats scored a victory with the new income tax on millionaire earners, while education programs like Transition to Kindergarten and Running Start face cuts. Free school lunches for all students are promised by 2029. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/winners-losers-and-takeaways-from-was-legislative-session/ #WashingtonState #Politics #Education #Legislatur...

Washington’s gas prices climb to third highest nationally, fueled by Middle East conflict and stricter state taxes. Petroleum analyst Matt McClain warns the situation could worsen, affecting everything from groceries to agriculture. Learn why costs are surging and no relief is in sight. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/an-upward-trajectory-petroleum-expert-on-iran-conflicts-impact-on-gas-pric...

Ryan Frost analyzes the $80.2 billion supplemental budget passed by the Washington legislature, highlighting new spending, major fund shifts, and reserve draws. The plan depends on an income tax whose legal status and future voter support remain in doubt. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-legislature-agrees-to-increased-spending-in-supplemental-budget/ #WashingtonState #Budget #Poli...

Washington’s lowest-income residents pay over three times more, by percentage, than the top 1%, Anthony Teso writes. His letter highlights polling on millionaire taxes and a B&O tax exemption for 65% of small businesses in 2029. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-only-florida-has-a-more-regressive-tax-structure-than-washington/ #Washington #Taxes #Opinion #Camas #RegressiveTax #SmallB...

Johanna Hyatt was named Battle Ground Citizen of the Year for 2025 while volunteering with GFWC. Her years of leadership include library projects, community fundraisers, and work for several local nonprofits. Learn about the April 29 and July 18 recognitions. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/battle-ground-citizen-of-the-year-for-2025-announced-celebration-planned/ #BattleGround #CitizenOfTh...