Clark County Today News

Amboy resident Thomas Schenk weighs in on the Washington State Legislature, taxation, and one-party rule during the 69th Legislative Session, raising concerns about budget deficits, new laws, and the impact on citizens statewide. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-we-are-all-being-shafted/ #Opinion #WashingtonPolitics #StateTaxes #ClarkCounty #LetterToEditor #LegislativeSession

In this letter to the editor, Hockinson resident Carolyn Schultz-Rathbun argues that rapidly rising property values and the resulting property tax increases are forcing longtime residents out of the community and undermining its diversity and stability. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-rising-property-values-hurt-our-community/ #Opinion #Hockinson #PropertyTaxes #HousingAffordabilit...

Vancouver Fire Department crews responded to a truck that crashed into an apartment complex, securing the vehicle, assisting with extrication, and transporting the occupant to a local hospital while one resident was displaced as a result of the incident. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/truck-crashes-into-apartment-complex/ #Vancouver #VancouverFireDepartment #EmergencyResponse #ApartmentComp...

Woodland School District has been awarded a $600,000 Urgent Repair Grant to fund critical infrastructure projects, including fire alarm system upgrades at Woodland Middle School and roof replacement work at Columbia Elementary, following a previously unsuccessful application and renewed efforts by district leadership. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/woodland-school-district-secures-600000-gr...

Clark County is rolling out new equitable park access programs in 2026, including twelve designated parking fee-free days at county regional parks and a new partnership with Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries that will allow residents to borrow parking passes through the Check Out Washington backpack program. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-county-launches-new-equitable-park-access-prog...

Clark County Public Health has identified an additional measles exposure site in Ridgefield connected to a confirmed case announced Jan. 23, with potential exposure at a local medical clinic and earlier exposure at Ridgefield High School, while officials continue to monitor for symptoms and report no additional confirmed cases to date. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/additional-measles-expos...

The Jan. 31, 2026 episode of the Study of Sports Podcast features Paul Valencia joined by longtime sports administrators Tony Liberatore and Cale Piland to discuss looming changes to 2A GSHL football, reactions from league schools, updates on high school basketball and Fort Vancouver athletics in the Trico League, and conversation about the NFL and the Seattle Seahawks. https://www.clarkcountytoda...

Fort Vancouver High School athletics are showing measurable improvement during the second year of competing in the Class 1A Trico League, with gains in participation, competitive balance, and program stability across multiple sports. School leaders say the partnership has helped rebuild confidence and opportunity for student-athletes while laying groundwork for long-term growth across varsity, JV,...

Elizabeth New (Hovde) argues that Senate Joint Resolution 8206 would move health care policy decisions from the Legislature to the courts by creating undefined constitutional obligations, raising concerns about litigation, budgeting, and long-term fiscal consequences for Washington state. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-inviting-courts-into-health-care-policy-discussion/ #Opinion...

Vicki Murray of Washington Policy Center outlines the federal tax-credit scholarship program and argues Washington could lose $732 million in education funding if the state does not opt in, detailing how the program works and the debate among state leaders. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-24-states-in-washington-out-732-million-lost/ #Opinion #WashingtonPolicyCenter #EducationFund...

C-TRAN will provide free service on all Local, Regional, and Express routes, including The Current and C-VAN, on February 4 in observance of Transit Equity Day, joining TriMet and Portland Streetcar in honoring the civil rights legacy of Rosa Parks. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/c-tran-offering-free-service-on-transit-equity-day-feb-4/ #TransitEquityDay #CTRAN #PublicTransportation #RosaPa...

The City of Battle Ground is preparing to celebrate the 75th anniversary of its incorporation with a year-long series of events and community activities planned throughout 2026, honoring the city’s history, civic growth, and future direction. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/city-of-battle-ground-prepares-for-75th-anniversary-celebration/ #BattleGround #ClarkCounty #CityAnniversary #Community...

Lars Larson weighs in on reports of a nationwide strike tied to immigration protests, arguing it reflects opposition to the rule of law and criticizing political leaders and media coverage of immigration enforcement. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-nationwide-strike-in-support-of-illegals-and-opposing-the-rule-of-law/ #Opinion #PacificNorthwest #ImmigrationDebate #RuleOfLaw #Media...

This week’s Clark County Today newsletter covers ongoing questions about county council authority, federal approval of a fixed-span Interstate Bridge design, and a mix of opinion, remembrance, and community milestones shaping the week in Clark County. https://mailchi.mp/clarkcountytoday/this-weeks-top-news_january_23_2026 #ClarkCounty #LocalNews #Newsletter #LocalPolitics #Community

A Clark County Today poll examines whether councilors serving on boards and commissions should be required to vote according to the full council’s position, following debate over proposed Rules of Procedure changes tied to board authority and representation. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-should-councilors-serving-on-boards-be-required-to-vote-the-way-the-full-council-decides/ #Opin...

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals revived claims against a former Multnomah County prosecutor, ruling that prosecutorial immunity does not apply when a prosecutor personally swears to alleged false statements in a warrant affidavit, allowing the case involving Joey Gibson and Russel Schultz to return to district court. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/ninth-circuit-revives-claims-against-pro...

Washington lawmakers clashed during a House Community Safety Committee hearing on bills targeting Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers, including HB 2641 and HB 2648, as sharp disagreements over testimony, procedure, public safety, and federal authority led to a brief recess and no executive action. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/video-washington-lawmakers-clash-over-bills-directed-...

After a state appeals court overturned a conviction for double voting, Washington lawmakers introduced Senate Bill 6084 to clarify that elections held on the same date count as the same election, regardless of ballot content, aiming to close legal ambiguity before the November general election. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/stung-by-a-court-ruling-wa-looks-to-clarify-what-is-an-election/ #...

Mark Harmsworth of Washington Policy Center critiques House Bill 2611, which would redefine overtime after 32 hours, outlining potential impacts on small businesses, labor costs, paid sick leave accrual, and Washington’s broader economy. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-olympia-wants-a-4-day-work-week-it-wont-work-out-as-the-politicians-think-it-will/ #Opinion #WashingtonPolicyCent...

A U.S. Senate hearing spotlighted sharp divisions over school choice as Republicans promoted a new national school voucher program and alternative education models, while Democrats raised concerns about fairness, funding impacts, and access for students with disabilities. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/republicans-celebrate-school-choice-in-us-senate-hearing-while-dems-question-fairness/ #S...

Doug Dahl of The Wise Drive discusses available technology designed to warn or prevent drivers from speeding, including GPS alerts, intelligent speed assistance systems, and speed limiters, while explaining Washington’s new law targeting high-risk drivers and why voluntary adoption remains limited. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-the-many-reminders-not-to-speed/ #Opinion #TrafficS...

Clark County Council revisited proposed changes to its Rules of Procedure, focusing on authority to remove councilors from boards and whether representatives must vote in alignment with council positions, amid continued debate surrounding Michelle Belkot’s removal from the C-TRAN Board of Directors and questions about charter authority and transparency. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/county...

The Washington State Senate voted 30–19 to pass Senate Bill 5855, a proposal that would prohibit state, federal, and tribal law enforcement officers from wearing masks while interacting with the public, sending the bill to the House amid ongoing debate over immigration enforcement and state authority. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/wa-senate-passes-bill-banning-law-enforcement-from-wearing-...

Elizabeth New (Hovde) outlines why Washington’s non-emergency charity care rules have shifted costs onto state residents and explains how House Bill 2250 would restore residency-based limits while preserving emergency access for everyone. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-free-care-for-people-who-dont-live-here-its-being-encouraged-hb-2250-can-help/ #Opinion #WashingtonPolicyCenter...

Rep. John Ley provides an update on legislation addressing transit board governance, accountability for the Interstate 5 Bridge Replacement Project through an independent audit, sentencing standards for gross misdemeanors, and continued efforts to open the Brockmann Mental Health Facility, while also reflecting on National Guard Day at the Capitol. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-...