Clark County Today News

Rep. John Ley details how WSP’s consulting contract for the IBR project has soared from $44 million to $293.5 million through six amendments and “extra work,” securing a 32 percent profit margin while taxpayers face rising costs and delays. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-outrageous-32-wsp-profits-for-ibr-consulting/ #Opinion #Transportation #I5Bridge #WSP #IBR #ClarkCounty #Taxpa...

Battle Ground Senior Citizens Inc. held its annual November luncheon honoring local veterans with music, remembrance, and tributes, including the Missing Man Table and a performance of military service songs on bagpipes by Tim Gunn. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/battle-ground-senior-citizens-inc-honors-veterans-at-luncheon/ #BattleGroundWA #VeteransDay #ClarkCounty #CommunityEvent #Honor...

Charles Prestrud of the Washington Policy Center argues the I-5 Bridge Replacement Project faces serious challenges, including inflated light rail ridership forecasts, growing costs, and weak federal funding prospects. He warns lawmakers may be left spending millions to keep the project alive without progress. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-will-light-rails-problems-sink-the-i-5-...

The U.S. Supreme Court will consider a case challenging mail-in ballot counting after Election Day, a decision that could affect how Washington and other vote-by-mail states run elections. The ruling could determine whether ballots postmarked by Election Day but received later are valid. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/fight-over-counting-mail-in-ballots-after-election-day-will-go-before-sup...

WSDOT crews will close the right lane of southbound I-5 in Vancouver on Nov. 13 between mileposts 4.6 and 4.4 to repair an overhead sign and message board. Travelers should expect delays and drive carefully through the work zone. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/lane-closure-scheduled-on-southbound-i-5-in-vancouver-for-overhead-sign-and-message-board-repairs-nov-13/ #VancouverWA #WSDOT #I5 #T...

The Clark County Historical Museum’s Winter Native Arts Market returns Dec. 20 with a free celebration of Indigenous art, music, and storytelling featuring 17 Native artists and a live performance by Sherrie Davis. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/celebrate-the-season-at-the-winter-native-arts-market/ #VancouverWA #NativeArts #ClarkCountyHistoricalMuseum #IndigenousCulture #CommunityEvent #Ho...

This letter to the editor from Vancouver resident Michael Langsdorf questions county leadership after Camas Mayor Steve Hogan’s homelessness prevention idea was rejected, raising concerns about taxpayer funding and accountability. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-how-much-do-taxpayers-pay-for-this-sage-advice/ #Opinion #LetterToTheEditor #ClarkCounty #VancouverWA #Camas #Homelessnes...

A Skamania County Sheriff’s Office report concluded the Clark County Council violated the County Charter, procedural rules, and the Open Public Meetings Act when removing Councilor Michelle Belkot from the C-TRAN Board, citing collusion and recommending fines and reinstatement. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-skamania-co-sheriffs-report-says-clark-county-council-violated-the-count...

WFEA honored the Vancouver Arts & Music Festival USA as Southwest Washington’s Event of the Year, citing a free, four-day celebration that drew more than 50,000 people and featured 60+ performances across downtown. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-arts-music-festival-named-event-of-the-year-for-southwest-washington/ #VancouverArts #WFEA #VSOUSA #ArtsFestival #VancouverWA #CulturalCe...

For 45 seasons, Dale Croswell has been the voice of Camas football from the “Cros Nest” at Doc Harris Stadium. As he prepares to retire, the longtime announcer reflects on decades of memories, camaraderie, and community spirit that made him a local legend. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/high-school-football-hold-everything-it-is-time-to-celebrate-a-camas-legend/ #CamasFootball #DaleCroswe...

King’s Way Christian Schools celebrated Veterans Day early with two assemblies — one for younger students and one for middle and high schoolers — featuring music, performances, and heartfelt tributes to those who served. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/youth/kings-way-christian-schools-get-head-start-on-veterans-day-with-assemblies/ #VancouverWA #KingsWayChristianSchools #VeteransDay #ClarkCounty...

The City of Vancouver kicks off the eleventh annual Korey’s Joy Drive to honor Korey Cochran, a city employee who passed away from brain cancer in 2017. Community members can donate toys, coats, and other winter items through Dec. 10 at various Vancouver drop-off sites supporting local nonprofits. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/city-of-vancouver-launches-eleventh-annual-koreys-joy-drive/ #V...

Prairie High School’s Drama Club invites the community to experience Six the Musical: Teen Edition, a vibrant performance inspired by Henry VIII’s six wives and powered by 21st-century girl energy. Shows run Nov. 14–22 in the Prairie High School auditorium. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/entertainment/prairie-high-school-presents-six-the-musical-teen-edition/ #PrairieHighSchool #SixTheMus...

Political newcomer Mahsa Eshghi has won her race for Camas City Council, defeating incumbent Leslie Lewallen by more than 12 percentage points. Eshghi, a civil engineer and project manager for the Port of Portland, says her grassroots campaign focused on listening, collaboration, and positive community engagement. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/mahsa-eshghi-wins-camas-city-council-election/...

A Skamania County Sheriff’s Office report concludes that four Clark County councilors and County Manager Kathleen Otto violated procedures and laws when removing Councilor Michelle Belkot from the C-TRAN Board. The report recommends fines, a possible misconduct charge, and a reprimand as the case moves to outside prosecutors. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/report-four-clark-county-councilor...

Camas seniors Jackson Tyler and Carter Pak have forged a unique bond as they share the kicker role for the Papermakers, helping the team capture the Class 4A Greater St. Helens League championship and a playoff berth. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/sports/high-school-football-camas-kickers-share-an-important-role-for-the-papermakers/ #CamasFootball #HighSchoolSports #Papermakers #CarterPak #Jack...

Clark County Today’s weekly poll asks how confident residents are that Vancouver city leaders will use Proposition 5 funds — meant for police staffing and equipment — responsibly. Early results show voter approval, but questions remain about oversight and accountability. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-how-confident-are-you-that-city-leaders-will-spend-proposition-5-funds-responsibly...

Ken Vance highlights former Camas High School star Addison Harris’ stellar start to her sophomore season at Montana State, including a 27-point opener against Carroll College. He notes Harris’ growing leadership role and her upcoming appearance in Portland. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-sophomore-season-may-be-even-better-for-former-camas-standout-addison-harris/ #Opinion #Addis...

Joe Cortright of City Observatory criticizes the Interstate Bridge Replacement Project’s $273 million consultant spending, saying it recreates the failed Columbia River Crossing with little accountability. He raises concerns about conflicts of interest, inflated benefits, and rising costs. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-interstate-bridge-273-million-on-consultants-for-basically-t...

Randall O’Toole, known as The Antiplanner, argues that $1.8 trillion in transit subsidies since 1991 have failed to boost ridership or deliver promised benefits. He says taxpayers continue to fund a system Americans rarely use. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-1-8-trillion-for-nothing/ #Opinion #RandallOToole #TheAntiplanner #TransitFunding #PublicTransportation #Infrastructure #Go...

Ridgefield High School Theatre presents “Almost, Maine,” a magical and humorous story about love and connection, running Nov. 7–15. Performances include a special Senior Night on Nov. 14, with tickets available online or at the door. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/entertainment/ridgefield-high-school-theatre-presents-almost-maine/ #Ridgefield #YouthTheater #AlmostMaine #PerformingArts #Co...

Doug Dahl of The Wise Drive explains right-of-way rules in roundabouts, noting that faster drivers must slow for those ahead. He highlights key traffic laws, from yielding to following distance, and the principle of due care to avoid crashes. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-the-right-of-way-in-roundabouts/ #Opinion #TheWiseDrive #DougDahl #TargetZero #WashingtonState #TrafficSafet...

Rep. John Ley shares his latest legislative update covering affordability, rising costs, and protecting parental rights. He also discusses mental health funding, new taxes, and the ongoing Interstate Bridge Replacement project. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-fighting-for-affordability-and-protecting-your-rights/ #Opinion #JohnLey #ClarkCounty #WashingtonState #Affordability #Pare...

At the 24th Clark County Prayer Breakfast, keynote speaker Dr. John Mark Yeats of Corban University called on adults of faith to rise up and lead by example for younger generations. The event brought together civic leaders, schools, and community groups in Vancouver. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/clark-county-prayer-breakfast-adults-challenges-to-express-their-faith-to-inspire-children/...

Clark County Sheriff’s Office detectives arrested three suspects tied to the Oct. 26 Vancouver homicide of Jacob Hall. Warrants were served in cooperation with Oregon law enforcement and federal marshals. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/ccso-makes-three-arrests-in-homicide-investigation-of-apartment-parking-lot-shooting/ #ClarkCounty #CCSO #HomicideInvestigation #VancouverWA #LawEnforcement...