Clark County Today News

WA GOP Chair Jim Walsh echoed Donald Trump’s suggestion that Antifa protesters are “paid agitators” and supported the idea of using RICO laws to probe funding networks. The debate draws renewed focus on Seattle’s 2020 CHAZ/CHOP protests and ongoing political violence. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/wa-gop-chair-agrees-with-trump-that-antifa-protesters-are-paid-agitators/ #Antifa #DonaldTrum...

Todd Myers of the Washington Policy Center outlines how the Good Neighbor Authority can strengthen partnerships between states, tribes, and the federal government to improve forest health and reduce wildfire risk across the Pacific Northwest. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-making-pacific-northwest-forests-healthy-using-the-good-neighbor-authority/ #Opinion #ToddMyers #GoodNeighbo...

Nancy Churchill contends that America’s “Children’s Medical Industrial Complex” profits from vulnerable kids, with Big Pharma, billionaire donors, universities, and state laws undermining parental rights. She urges support for parents’ rights initiatives due by Dec. 30. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-children-for-sale/ #NancyChurchill #WashingtonState #ParentsRights #SSRIs #Child...

Megan Peyton has been appointed by the Clark County Council to fill the District Court seat of retiring Judge Kelli E. Osler. With nearly two decades of legal experience, Peyton will bring her background at Vancouver Defenders to the bench. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/county-council-appoints-megan-peyton-to-district-court/ #ClarkCounty #DistrictCourt #MeganPeyton #JudgeOsler #LocalNews #...

Rep. John Ley says the I-5 Bridge replacement meeting offered “lots of questions and very few complete answers,” with no cost update and concerns over tolling, mitigation, and rising project expenses. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/rep-john-ley-says-ibr-meeting-leaves-lots-of-questions-and-very-few-complete-answers/ #JohnLey #IBR #I5Bridge #Transportation #ClarkCounty #Tolling #Transit #Tri...

Clark County officials were questioned for not lowering flags promptly after Trump’s proclamation honoring Charlie Kirk. Some councilors and the county manager also declined to condemn the assassination, drawing calls for a resolution. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/county-response-to-charlie-kirk-assassination-scrutinized/ #ClarkCounty #CharlieKirk #Politics #SueMarshall #MichelleBelkot #A...

In a letter to the editor, Julia Dawn Seaver of Vancouver reflects on the murder of Charlie Kirk, condemning celebrations of political violence and urging faith, love, and the ballot box as a response. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-the-murder-of-charlie-kirk-makes-clear-were-not-that-country-anymore/ #Opinion #LetterToTheEditor #JuliaDawnSeaver #CharlieKirk #TurningPointUSA #Poli...

The “17th District Rising” event takes place Sept. 27 in Washougal, offering a chance to meet Republican candidates and elected officials, enjoy food and live music, and participate in a fundraiser. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/clarkcountytalk/17th-district-rising-event-set-for-sept-27/ #ClarkCounty #Politics #Fundraiser #Republicans #Washougal #17thDistrict #JohnLey #GlenMorgan #BobSonger

In a letter to the editor, Vancouver resident Debra Kalz questions the C-TRAN Board’s unanimous decisions, warning against groupthink and calling for respectful disagreement in governance. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-time-to-replace-c-tran-board/ #Opinion #LetterToTheEditor #DebraKalz #CTRAN #Governance #Groupthink #Vancouver #Accountability #PublicBoards

A government shutdown looms Oct. 1 as Congress struggles with a stopgap bill. With lawmakers out until Sept. 29, disputes over ACA tax credits, Medicaid, and partisan divides leave just hours to act. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/government-shutdown-looms-oct-1-as-congress-struggles-with-stopgap-spending-plan/ #GovernmentShutdown #Congress #StopgapBill #ACA #Medicaid #MikeJohnson #ChuckSch...

Joe Cortright argues the I-5 Bridge replacement project is years behind schedule, with the Record of Decision now delayed to at least April 2026. He points to repeated missed deadlines and rising taxpayer costs. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-i-5-bridge-replacement-falling-further-behind/ #Opinion #I5Bridge #IBR #JoeCortright #Transportation #ODOT #WSDOT #PacificNorthwest

C-TRAN has expanded The Current, its on-demand rideshare service, into Battle Ground. Residents now have seven-day access to door-to-door rides within city limits and connections to Route 7. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/c-tran-launches-the-current-on-demand-service-in-battle-ground/ #BattleGround #ClarkCounty #CTRAN #TheCurrent #PublicTransit #OnDemandRideshare #LeannCaver #Transportation...

In a letter to the editor, Peter Bracchi argues Vancouver’s membership in ICLEI shifts decision-making away from residents and toward international frameworks, urging transparency and local sovereignty. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-vancouver-deserves-self-determination-vancouver-deserves-leaders-who-answer-to-its-people-not-to-international-networks/ #Opinion #Vancouver #ICLEI...

The city of Vancouver will celebrate the reopening of Oakbrook Park on Sept. 20, marking completion of Phase 1 of its master plan. Additions include inclusive playgrounds, pickleball courts, ADA parking, and more. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/city-opens-new-pickleball-courts-and-inclusive-playground-at-oakbrook-park-on-sept-20/ #VancouverWA #OakbrookPark #Pickleball #InclusivePlayground #...

Charlotte Barnes founded the Ridgefield Youth Orchestra to bring string music opportunities to Ridgefield students. The growing program will perform Nov. 20 at View Ridge Middle School and Dec. 6 at the Hometown Celebration. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/youth/ridgefield-youth-orchestra-brings-strings-to-local-students/ #Ridgefield #YouthOrchestra #MusicEducation #CharlotteBarnes #StudentMusici...

Clark County Treasurer Alishia Topper reminds residents the second-installment 2025 property taxes are due Oct. 31; statements mail Sept. 12; pay online, by mail, or at the drive-through drop-off at the Public Service Center. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/second-installment-2025-property-tax-payments-due-friday-oct-31/ #ClarkCounty #PropertyTaxes #TaxDeadline #WashingtonState #Treasurer #P...

Strikes at Evergreen and La Center schools have ended after nearly three weeks, sending students back to class but raising new questions about the legality of school strikes in Washington. Leaders approved adjusted calendars, parents voiced frustration, and Washington Policy Center’s Elizabeth New said the law is toothless without penalties. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/uncategorized/video-sw-...

David Boze of the Washington Policy Center reflects on Charlie Kirk’s assassination and the warning signs it exposes for free speech in America, arguing his death highlights a dangerous intolerance that threatens civil discourse and the First Amendment. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-charlie-kirk-and-warning-signs-for-free-speech/ #Opinion #CharlieKirk #FreeSpeech #WashingtonPoli...

Vincent Cavaleri of the Silent Majority Foundation reflects on the assassinations of Martin Luther King Jr. and Charlie Kirk, noting their shared commitment to dialogue, faith, and unity despite hostile opposition. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-killing-gods-gifts-to-humanity/ #Opinion #CharlieKirk #SilentMajorityFoundation #VincentCavaleri #MartinLutherKingJr #TPUSA #Faith #Free...

Comcast has filed a lawsuit in Thurston County Superior Court challenging Washington’s new sales tax on advertising services, arguing it discriminates against internet-based ads in violation of federal law. The tax, part of Senate Bill 5814 signed by Gov. Bob Ferguson, is projected to raise billions but could be struck down, imperiling state budget plans. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/comc...

In a letter to the editor, Clark County resident Bob Zak shares reflections on the assassination of Charlie Kirk, his ministry through Turning Point USA, and how the tragedy sparked a stronger nationwide response for youth. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-the-killer-did-not-silence-tpusa-he-ignited-a-nationwide-response-to-this-ministry-for-the-youth-of-our-usa/ #Opinion #LetterToT...

WSU Vancouver will host four free A–Z of Paying for College Workshops this fall, offering students and families practical guidance on financial aid, scholarships, and strategies to make tuition more affordable. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/wsu-vancouver-offers-public-workshop-on-how-to-pay-for-college-7/ #WSUVancouver #HigherEducation #FinancialAid #Scholarships #PayingForCollege #Student...

Brush Prairie resident Bob Mattila shares his perspective on strikes, unions, and biblical principles in a letter to the editor, recalling his time as a union electrician and advocating for living by God’s Word. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-strikes-strikes-and-more-strikes/ #Opinion #LetterToTheEditor #Strikes #IBEWLocal48 #ClarkCounty #BrushPrairie

The Greater Vancouver Chamber announced finalists for the 2025 Business & Leadership Awards, presented by Riverview Bank, with a Facebook Live ceremony and an in-person VIP Social at The Heathman Lodge on Oct. 9; categories include Start-Up to Watch, Small Business, Large Business, Statesperson, and Manufacturer of the Year, with First Citizen honorees David and Patricia Nierenberg also recognized...

Vancouver City Council will host its next Community Forum on Sept. 29 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Educational Service District 112, giving residents a chance to ask questions, raise concerns, and share ideas in small-group discussions with council members. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/quarterly-community-forum-set-for-sept-29/ #VancouverWA #VancouverCityCouncil #CommunityForum #PublicEngagemen...