Clark County Today News

The C-TRAN Board of Directors approved fall service changes, including a new Current rideshare district for Battle Ground and a new east Vancouver route, while also beginning discussion on proposed fare increases in 2026. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/c-tran-board-approves-service-changes-to-start-in-fall-hears-proposed-fare-increases-for-2026/ #CTRAN #BattleGround #Vancouver #Transit #The...

Camas City Councilor Leslie Lewallen visited the U.S. Department of Transportation to speak out against the light rail extension in the I-5 Bridge Replacement project, citing strong opposition from Clark County communities. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/camas-city-councilor-leslie-lewallen-visits-u-s-department-of-transportation-to-oppose-light-rail-in-i-5-bridge-project/ #LeslieLewallen #...

Anna Miller argues there’s credible evidence some disruptive protests are being orchestrated by well-funded networks, potentially with foreign influence and ideological motives. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-follow-the-money/ #Opinion #LetterToTheEditor #Camas #Protests #ForeignInfluence #AnnaMiller #JoshHawley #NevilleRoySingham #CCP #FBI

Clark County Today celebrates Father’s Day with a heartfelt message honoring dads, grandfathers, and father figures for their love, strength, and selfless guidance. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/honoring-the-fathers-who-guide-give-and-inspire/ #FathersDay #ClarkCounty #FamilyMatters #FathersLove #Fatherhood #ClarkCountyToday #DadsMatter #Gratitude #Community #Parenting

President Trump will temporarily retain control of 4,000 California National Guard troops following a federal appeals court decision that paused a lower court’s order requiring him to return authority to Gov. Gavin Newsom. The deployment stems from protests in Los Angeles after recent ICE raids. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/trump-keeps-control-of-california-national-guard-in-la-for-now-af...

Washington Policy Center’s Todd Myers says President Trump’s memorandum protecting the Snake River dams rolls back costly Biden Administration policies and aligns with science-based recommendations to retain the hydroelectric system. Myers explains why this move benefits Washington’s economy, energy future, and salmon recovery efforts. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-president-tru...

Clark County is seeking a volunteer park host to live at scenic Moulton Falls Regional Park and help maintain the grounds, provide visitor assistance, and support daily operations. This live-in role offers housing and basic utilities in exchange for daily tasks like opening gates, picking up litter, and reporting emergencies. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-county-looking-to-fill-live-...

The city of Vancouver is inviting residents to serve on Pro or Con Committees for a proposed charter amendment that would introduce district-based elections for some City Council members. Applications are due by June 30 at 5 p.m., and selected committee members will help shape the official arguments in the Clark County Voters Pamphlet. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/community-members-are-in...

WSDOT crews will close eastbound SR 14 and multiple I-5 ramps overnight from June 15–17 for road surface improvements and maintenance. Travelers should plan ahead, expect delays, and use alternate routes. Real-time updates available via WSDOT’s app and travel map. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/plan-ahead-for-overnight-ramp-closures-on-eastbound-sr-14-in-vancouver-june-15-17/ #VancouverWA #...

Clark County Fire District 3 has officially recognized AMR crews for their swift and heroic response to a June 10 fire in Battle Ground. Crews rescued two occupants and revived two dogs thanks to seamless coordination between fire and EMS teams during a complex emergency scene. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-county-fire-district-3-recognizes-amr-crews-for-actions-during-june-10-fire-i...

The Washougal School District is accepting applications to fill the Director District 5 seat on the school board, following Chuck Carpenter’s planned resignation on June 30. Applicants must live in the district and apply by July 24, with details available on the district website. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/washougal-school-district-is-accepting-applications-for-board-of-directors-vacanc...

This summer, Ridgefield invites you to glide across Lake River in a 40-foot Dragon Boat with friends, neighbors, and strangers who quickly become teammates. Free Community Paddles are offered Friday nights starting June 20 through October 3, with equipment provided and no experience needed — just bring your spirit of adventure. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/entertainment/join-ridgefields...

This Saturday, Vancouver firefighters will once again take to the streets — or parking lots — to ask community members to Fill The Boot in support of the Muscular Dystrophy Association. With more than 70 years of tradition, this fundraiser supports vital research, care, and advocacy for those with neuromuscular disease. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/firefighters-asking-folks-to-fill-the-bo...

Clark County is removing outdated play structures from Lewisville Regional Park starting in late June because they no longer meet current safety standards. A full park plan update is scheduled for later this year, and the public will be invited to provide input on what comes next. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/aging-play-equipment-at-lewisville-regional-park-to-be-removed/ #BattleGround #L...

A new Clark County Today poll asks whether Clark County taxpayers should fund light rail operations tied to the I-5 Bridge Replacement. Project leaders say the plan is moving forward, but questions remain over long-term costs and public support. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-should-clark-county-taxpayers-help-pay-for-light-rail-operations/ #InterstateBridge #LightRail #ClarkCounty...

Clark County Today Editor Ken Vance scrutinizes the C-TRAN Board’s stance on covering $7.2 million annually for TriMet’s light rail operations, despite an admission from IBR’s Greg Johnson that other funding options exist. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-why-would-c-tran-board-members-put-the-agency-on-the-hook-for-7-2-million-annually-if-they-dont-have-to/ #CTRAN #LightRail #Clar...

Reporter Paul Valencia is joined by Tony Liberatore and Cale Piland to talk Columbia River and Skyview’s state championship wins, WIAA sanctions against a Seattle football program, a controversial California track ruling, and their summer plans—including one inspired by a 1970s sitcom. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/sports/the-study-of-sports-podcast-june-13-2025-salute-spring-sports-champions-a...

C-TRAN is moving forward with its first north-south Vine route: the Purple line. The board approved a contract with Tapani Inc. for construction of the new bus rapid transit line running from the Vancouver waterfront to Washington State University Vancouver. A groundbreaking is set for July 9. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/c-tran-approves-construction-contract-for-new-vine-route-along-high...

Camas detectives charged Jorge Reyes Ayala in connection with a series of car prowls and a vehicle theft that occurred on Christmas morning in the Woodburn Neighborhood of Camas. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/camas-detectives-make-arrest-in-christmas-morning-car-prowl-and-theft/ #Camas #CarProwl #VehicleTheft #ClarkCounty #PublicSafety #PoliceNews #JorgeReyesAyala #WoodburnNeighborhood #Ca...

Target Zero Manager Doug Dahl breaks down the proper use of two-way left turn lanes and clarifies common legal misconceptions about their function. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-how-to-use-a-two-way-left-turn-lane/ #DougDahl #TrafficSafety #WashingtonState #Transportation #TwoWayLeftTurn #RoadSafety #TargetZero #OpinionColumn #WiseDrive

Gov. Bob Ferguson is urging state agencies to prepare for further spending cuts amid declining revenues and a widening budget gap that could deepen after a June 24 forecast. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/washington-governor-wants-agencies-to-look-for-deeper-cuts/ #BobFerguson #WashingtonBudget #SpendingCuts #OFM #EconomicForecast #StateAgencies #WApolitics

Supporters of IL26-126, an initiative requiring proof of citizenship to vote in Washington, will begin gathering signatures soon to qualify the measure for legislative review. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/signature-gathering-begins-soon-on-washington-voter-id-initiative/ #VoterID #WashingtonState #IL26126 #JimWalsh #BallotInitiative #ElectionIntegrity #CitizenshipVerification

Darby Kaikkonen, a Tumwater school board member and ex-director at OSPI, has filed suit claiming she was fired over her vote to support limits on trans athlete participation in girls’ sports. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/ex-washington-state-worker-claims-she-was-fired-over-school-board-vote-on-trans-athletes/ #DarbyKaikkonen #OSPI #TransAthletes #SchoolBoard #TitleIX #WashingtonState #Edu...

Todd Myers of Washington Policy Center says Washington’s carbon-tax price surged 16 percent in one quarter, now roughly 46 cents per gallon, without delivering clear emissions cuts. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-washingtons-co2-tax-jumps-16-in-just-three-months-to-about-46-cents-per-gallon/ #CO2Tax #WashingtonPolicyCenter #GasPrices #ClimatePolicy #WashingtonState #Opinion

Daytime lane closures June 11–12 will slow northbound I-5 in Clark County as WSDOT repairs damaged pavement near Ridgefield and Woodland. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/expect-delays-on-northbound-i-5-in-clark-county-for-pavement-repair-work/ #ClarkCounty #I5 #TrafficAlert #WSDOT #RoadWork #Ridgefield #Woodland