Clark County Today News

Journey Theater will stage Singin’ in the Rain this July and August at Heritage High School in Vancouver, offering a high-energy take on the classic musical with a cast of local talent. Shows run July 25 to August 2. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/journey-theater-presents-singin-in-the-rain/ #SinginInTheRain #JourneyTheater #VancouverWA #ClarkCountyEvents #CommunityTheater #MusicalTheater...

Two high school students from Ridgefield and Vancouver shared how the Boys State program challenged them to step into leadership roles and learn firsthand how government works. Sponsored by American Legion Post 44, their experience involved campaigning, debate, and teamwork. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/youth/two-students-share-their-boys-state-experience-with-american-legion-post-44-members/...

The Trump administration is freezing $6.8 billion in K-12 education funding, impacting programs like migrant education and English-language learning. Washington state could lose $137 million, sparking legal threats and mounting concern. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/trump-administration-tells-states-its-freezing-6-8-billion-for-k-12-school-programs/ #EducationFunding #TrumpAdministration #...

Clark County has issued an early burn ban beginning July 3, citing dry conditions and fire safety concerns. All land clearing and residential burning is prohibited until further notice, though some recreational fires remain allowed. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/county-implements-burn-ban-beginning-july-3/ #ClarkCounty #BurnBan #FireSafety #OutdoorBurning #DonnaGoddard #RecreationalFires #...

The U.S. Senate passed a landmark GOP tax and spending bill with Vice President JD Vance breaking the tie, sending the legislation to the House amid backlash over Medicaid cuts, new school voucher programs, and massive deficit projections. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/us-senate-narrowly-passes-gop-megabill-after-overnight-session-sending-it-to-house/ #JDVance #SenateVote #TaxBill #BudgetR...

Washington Policy Center’s Todd Myers critiques Washington’s rising gas taxes and CO2 pricing, arguing that residents face some of the nation’s highest gas prices despite poor road quality. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-washingtons-already-high-gas-taxes-jump-another-six-cents-per-gallon-driving-prices-up/ #GasTax #WashingtonPolicyCenter #ToddMyers #CO2Tax #CCA #WashingtonState...

Magenta Theater is bringing the laughs to downtown Vancouver this July with the farcical comedy “Don’t Dress for Dinner,” featuring mistaken identities, secret affairs, and lightning-fast improv. Opening night is July 11 and performances run through July 27. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/magenta-theater-presents-dont-dress-for-dinner/ #MagentaTheater #VancouverWA #LiveTheater #ComedyPlay...

Anna Miller of Camas says the DOJ’s massive 2025 crackdown on Medicaid and Medicare fraud reveals just how deeply the system is being looted — and slams Washington, D.C. officials for letting it happen. She argues federal enforcement is doing the work local oversight won’t. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-dojs-take-down-of-the-dirty-rotten-scoundrels/ #Opinion #AnnaMiller #Medicaid...

Bill Bruch with All Things Politics outlines the Trump administration’s rollout of a national citizenship database intended to help states verify voter registration and ensure only U.S. citizens can cast ballots. He says Democrats strongly oppose the program, despite its use in pilot states. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-trump-administration-rolls-out-program-to-help-verify-that...

Nancy Churchill says Washington’s real immigration crisis is in the fields, not at the border. With crops ripening and labor in short supply, she calls for both enforcement and reform to protect American farms. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-the-real-immigration-emergency-crops-dont-wait/ #Opinion #agriculture #farmworkers #immigrationpolicy #NancyChurchill #H2A #FWMA #OBBB #Wash...

Vancouver Fire responded to a large fire Sunday night at Columbia Vista Corporation's mill, using water tenders, Fire Boat Discovery, and heavy equipment to fight the flames and prevent runoff into the Columbia River. All employees were safe, and the cause is under investigation. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-fire-responds-to-blaze-at-mill/ #VancouverWA #firefighters #ColumbiaRiv...

The long-awaited pedestrian and bike bridge over SR 500 in Vancouver is now open, offering a safe and ADA-accessible route between NE Stapleton Road and NE 54th Avenue. The WSDOT project restores a vital connection for walkers, cyclists, and transit users after years of detours. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/new-crossing-opens-over-sr-500-in-vancouver/ #SR500 #VancouverWA #transportation #...

Washington adults are more likely than Idahoans to oppose teacher-led prayer in public schools, especially prayers that mention Jesus, according to new Pew Research Center findings. The analysis also explores shifting support when prayers refer to “God” more generically. Originally published by FāVS News and Washington State Standard. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/analysis-reveals-divided-...

In a letter to the editor, Vancouver resident Peter Bracchi accuses city leadership of neglecting its own laws and permitting standards by tolerating — and facilitating — an unsanctioned homeless encampment near downtown for eight years. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-eight-years-of-mayors-failure-on-vancouvers-streets/ #Opinion #VancouverWA #homelessness #cityaccountability #publ...

A wide slate of new Washington laws takes effect July 1, covering everything from a 6-cent gas tax hike and hunting license increases to workplace protections for immigrants and stricter gun dealer rules. The full list includes criminal justice reforms, tribal law enforcement recognition, and new measures to support trafficking survivors. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/these-new-washington-...

C-TRAN is set to break ground July 9 on The Vine’s third rapid transit line, which will run along Highway 99 between Salmon Creek and the Vancouver Waterfront. Officials and community leaders will speak at the WSU Vancouver campus, marking a major milestone for regional transit. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/c-tran-to-hold-groundbreaking-for-the-vine-on-highway-99/ #CTRAN #Highway99 #busra...

Families gathered for the first meeting of a new Parent Grief Support Group in Clark County, created to provide healing and community for those navigating the pain of losing a child. Organized by NWCAVE and led by co-chairs who have lived the experience, the group continues with a July 27 session in Battle Ground. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/parent-grief-support-group-offers-hope-and-c...

CRESA will undergo an on-site accreditation review starting July 7 to maintain its status with CALEA, the national authority for public safety communications standards. Residents are invited to comment as part of the evaluation process. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/calea-accreditation-assessor-invites-public-comment/ #CRESA #publicsafety #CALEA #ClarkCounty #emergencyservices #accreditati...

Fireworks sales officially launched June 28 in unincorporated Clark County, with each nearby city setting its own rules and timelines. Learn what’s allowed where—and when—as the region gears up for Independence Day. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/fireworks-sales-launch-in-southwest-washington/ #fireworks #ClarkCounty #VancouverWA #FourthOfJuly #communitynews #fireworksban #LaCenter #CamasWA...

Editor Ken Vance critiques Oregon’s inability to fund its share of the I-5 Bridge replacement, highlighting the growing frustrations on the Washington side. From light rail concerns to fiscal mismanagement, the opinion piece makes a strong case for reevaluating the project’s current direction. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-southwest-washington-residents-deserve-a-better-i-5-brid...

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to narrow lower court powers on nationwide injunctions, allowing a Trump-era executive order on birthright citizenship to proceed in most states while avoiding a direct ruling on its constitutionality. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/us-supreme-court-limits-injunctions-allows-president-trump-to-act-on-birthright-citizenship-ban/ #DonaldTrump #SupremeCourt #Bi...

Elizabeth New of the Washington Policy Center says the state is failing to uphold its duty to public workers by acting as a dues collector for unions and suppressing information about workers' constitutional rights. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-governments-should-protect-workers-end-cozy-relationship-with-political-allies/ #ElizabethNew #JanusRights #GovernmentUnions #Washingto...

Starting June 30, Battle Ground will begin installing new 35 and 40 MPH signs across multiple city streets, with full implementation by July 18. The goal is to enhance safety through lower speeds and radar feedback signs in high-traffic areas. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/city-of-battle-ground-announces-speed-limit-reductions-on-multiple-city-streets/ #BattleGroundWA #TrafficSafety #Speed...

Cascades Amphitheater in Ridgefield just unveiled a fresh look and premium experience called The Backyard, complete with barbecue, a photo op, and outdoor comforts — while still offering $30 lawn tickets for fans on a budget. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/entertainment/new-name-is-not-the-only-thing-new-at-cascades-amphitheater/ #CascadesAmphitheater #TheBackyard #RidgefieldWA #LiveNatio...

Despite a new Supreme Court ruling that narrows the power of lower courts to issue nationwide injunctions, Washington is continuing its legal push to stop President Trump’s birthright citizenship order. State officials argue the policy could have far-reaching impacts if not blocked entirely. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/whats-next-for-washingtons-challenge-to-trumps-birthright-citizenship...