Clark County Today News

Nancy Churchill, writer of Dangerous Rhetoric, argues in her column that Olympia staged panic over Medicaid cuts. She says Governor Bob Ferguson signed a budget slashing Apple Health by $782 million, then blamed Congress, distracting from state-level decisions she believes destabilized healthcare. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-the-panic-is-political/ #Opinion #NancyChurchill #Da...

Evergreen Public Schools released a statement after union members of the PSE Large Group went on strike Tuesday. The district said its bargaining team remains available and willing to negotiate under current budget limits, while noting the strike is illegal under Washington law. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/statement-from-evergreen-public-schools-on-pse-large-group-bargaining/ #VancouverW...

Vancouver will celebrate Aug. 28 as the first block of the Main Street Promise project reopens. A block party with music, refreshments, and remarks from Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle and other leaders will highlight infrastructure upgrades and downtown revitalization. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/city-of-vancouver-reaches-milestone-in-construction-on-main-street/ #VancouverWA #MainStreetPromis...

Vancouver is breaking ground Aug. 27 on a six-story, 95-unit affordable housing project in the Waterfront Gateway District. Supported by the Affordable Housing Fund and tax levy, the project is developed by Colas Development Group and the Native American Youth and Family Center, with completion expected in 2027. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-to-break-ground-on-95-unit-affordable-...

Mark Harmsworth of the Washington Policy Center writes that uncontrolled homeless camps on city property undermine safety, businesses, and livability. He points to Camas’ recent camping ban and stresses pairing enforcement with affordable housing, mental health, and addiction services to address root causes. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-the-unseen-costs-of-uncontrolled-homeless...

Downtown Camas will celebrate art during its First Friday on Sept. 5 from 5–8 p.m. The event includes local artist displays, a Passport Activity, mural tours including Molly Keen’s new work, a performance by Uganda’s I Am Family Choir, and interactive art demos. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/september-first-friday-celebrates-art-in-downtown-camas-sept-5/ #Camas #FirstFriday #CelebrateArt...

Doug Dahl, Target Zero manager and author of The Wise Drive, shares advice on how to react to animals on the road. He explains why braking is usually safer than swerving, why deer and elk collisions can be deadly, and how scanning ahead and adjusting speed can reduce risks. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-avoiding-animals/ #Opinion #DougDahl #TheWiseDrive #TrafficSafety #RoadwayAn...

Evergreen Habitat for Humanity will celebrate the grand opening of its second Habitat Store in Vancouver on Sept. 12 at 10 a.m. The West Vancouver Habitat Store, made possible by a donation from Steven and Jan Oliva, will sell discounted furniture, home goods, and building materials, with proceeds supporting affordable homeownership programs and repairs. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/everg...

The State Fire Marshal’s Office is reminding Washington residents to make fire safety a priority this Labor Day weekend. In 2024, fire departments responded to more than 4,600 incidents on the holiday. Officials urge precautions with barbecues, vehicles, and equipment, and note that fireworks are prohibited. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/labor-day-weekend-safety/ #LaborDay #WashingtonState...

The Council for the Homeless 2024 report shows 8,894 people in Clark County experienced homelessness, with more than 5,000 newly homeless. The report highlights gains in rental assistance, veteran and youth housing, and supportive housing stability, while underscoring persistent racial disparities and the urgent need for affordable housing. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/homeless-crisis-res...

The Camas-Washougal Fire Department has issued a recreational burn ban effective immediately. All outdoor wood fires are prohibited, though gas and charcoal grills and gas fire pits remain allowed. The ban will remain until further notice. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/recreational-burn-ban-effective-immediately-in-camas-and-washougal-due-to-fire-danger/ #Camas #Washougal #BurnBan #FireDan...

Ten Camas-Washougal churches will cancel their own services to gather for “One Church for Jesus” on Sept. 7 at Doc Harris Stadium. The public event will feature worship, prayer, fellowship, and messages from local pastors. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/camas-washougal-area-churches-to-gather-for-one-church-for-jesus-event/ #Camas #Washougal #OneChurchForJesus #ChristianUnity #DocHarrisSt...

In his letter, Vancouver mayoral candidate Justin Forsman claims City Hall is following international agendas through ICLEI, Agenda 21, and Agenda 2030. He criticizes road diets, annexation, and waterfront projects as threats to local sovereignty. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-the-foreign-hand-in-vancouvers-future-and-whos-really-running-our-city/ #Opinion #Vancouver #JustinForsm...

A brush fire near Fruit Valley Road in Vancouver spread quickly to 2–5 acres, threatening homes and power lines before crews from Vancouver Fire and District 6 contained it with help from DNR. Traffic was shut down for hours as 18 personnel worked the scene. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-firefighters-respond-to-fast-moving-brush-fire-near-fruit-valley-road/ #VancouverFire #FruitV...

The 2025 Clark County Fair drew nearly 265,000 visitors, with food sales topping $3 million and carnival rides setting records. The Fair Board critique praised highlights like the Budweiser Clydesdales and shared feedback to guide future improvements. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-county-fair-board-gives-its-critique-of-2025/ #ClarkCountyFair #RidgefieldWA #SouthwestWashington #Carni...

In a letter to the editor, Margaret Tweet of Camas raises concerns about vaccination risks while pointing readers to information on Washington’s laws for religious, medical, and personal exemptions. She cites resources from InformedChoiceWA and Children’s Health Defense in the ongoing debate over immunizations. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-religious-medical-and-personal-exemptio...

In a letter to the editor, Reuben Kulla supports Brad Benton’s run for the Clark County Charter Review Commission. He backs Benton’s proposal for a two-thirds supermajority vote on new or increased taxes, saying it would protect citizens and ensure fairness. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-lets-strengthen-our-charter-and-make-sure-clark-countys-future-is-built-on-fairness/ #ClarkCo...

Battle Ground Senior Citizens Inc. launched its $50 for 50 Years campaign on National Senior Citizen Day. Organizers ask for $50 donations to celebrate 50 years of providing senior lunches, wellness activities, and essential community support. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/battle-ground-senior-citizens-inc-launches-fundraiser/ #BattleGround #Seniors #Fundraiser #BGSC #Communities #Wellness...

The North Clark Historical Museum in Amboy is holding its Directors Basement Sale Aug. 22–23 from noon to 4 p.m. Items include household goods, tools, art, and more, with proceeds supporting operations and a raffle quilt raising funds for building improvements. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/north-clark-historical-museum-holds-sale-aug-22-23/ #Amboy #NorthClarkMuseum #Fundraiser #CommunityS...

The Clark County Sheriff’s Office arrested 22-year-old Elijah Evans for a Vancouver bank robbery at US Bank. Investigators credited a public tip and police teamwork for the swift arrest. Evans was booked for armed robbery and felony harassment after key evidence was recovered. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/ccso-makes-arrest-in-monday-bank-robbery/ #Vancouver #CCSO #BankRobbery #ElijahEvans...

The American Legion Smith-Reynolds Post 14 in Vancouver is hosting a rummage sale Aug. 22–23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Proceeds will support veterans, their families, and community programs of the American Legion and Auxiliary. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/american-legion-hosts-rummage-sale-at-post-14/ #Vancouver #AmericanLegion #Post14 #RummageSale #Veterans #Community #Fundraiser #Auxiliary...

La Center School District addressed a strike authorization vote by the La Center Education Association, saying they expect school to start on schedule. Superintendent Peter Rosenkranz and the Board said progress has been made in negotiations, though salary increases remain unresolved. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/la-center-school-district-responds-to-teachers-union-strike-authorization-vo...

Evergreen Public Schools announced a one-week delay to the start of the 2025-26 school year, moving the first day to Sept. 2. The decision comes as the district continues contract negotiations with the PSE Large Group union, which represents about 1,400 classified employees. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/evergreen-public-schools-will-delay-start-of-2025-26-school-year-by-one-week/ #Evergre...

Vancouver enters a six-day heat wave with triple-digit temperatures forecast for Friday and Saturday and highs in the 90s through Wednesday. Cooling stations, water features, and transit options are open, while county officials urge residents to follow hot weather safety guidelines. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/six-day-heat-wave-forecast-for-vancouver-region/ #Vancouver #HeatWave #Extreme...

Clark County Today is running a poll on Camas’ new public camping ban. The ordinance cites health and safety concerns, but critics warn about impacts on unhoused residents. How necessary do you believe the ban is? Vote in our poll. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-do-you-believe-banning-camping-on-public-sidewalks-and-parks-is-necessary-to-protect-public-health-and-safety/ #Camas #Cla...