Clark County Today News

Candidate Filing Week in Washington runs May 5–9, with deadlines fast approaching for those interested in public office. Learn how to file at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/candidate-filing-week-begins-monday/ #candidatefiling #WashingtonElections #publicoffice #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #VancouverWA #2025elections

WSDOT will close southbound I-5 near Woodland overnight on May 6 to inspect a bridge using a chain drag test. Know what to expect and how to detour at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/overnight-full-closure-of-i-5-near-woodland-for-bridge-inspection-may-6/ #I5Closure #WSDOT #WoodlandWA #transportationnews #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #WashingtonState

17th District legislators secured over $46 million for critical infrastructure and community projects across Southwest Washington. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/17th-district-lawmakers-secure-more-than-46-million-in-the-2025-27-capital-and-transportation-budgets/ #WashingtonStateLegislature #infrastructurefunding #Camas #Washougal #VancouverWA #ClarkCountyWa #localne...

Clark County is kicking off a statewide campaign to encourage reusable beverage containers and cut down on single-use waste. Learn how to take the pledge at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-county-partners-with-department-of-ecology-to-encourage-residents-to-embrace-reusable-beverage-containers/ #BringYourOwnCup #sustainability #recycling #environmentalstewardship #greenliving #ClarkCou...

A deadly apartment fire in Vancouver early Friday morning left one adult dead and multiple residents displaced https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-fire-responds-to-fatal-blaze-at-apartment-complex/ #VancouverFireDepartment #structurefire #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #Vancouver #WashingtonState #fatalfire #fireinvestigation #communitynews

Vancouver’s biweekly homeless camp sweeps are up for debate—should they continue, change, or stop? Cast your vote in this week’s Clark County Today poll https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-should-vancouver-keep-clearing-homeless-camps-every-two-weeks/ #homelessness #VancouverWA #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #BurntBridgeCreek #WashingtonState #housingcrisis #publicsafety #communitypoll #polic...

Authorities in Clark County are investigating the death and alleged crimes of a tribal safety chief in a case that has quickly evolved. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-county-sheriffs-office-death-investigation-turns-into-criminal-investigation/ #ClarkCountySheriff #CharlesGardiner #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #lawenforcement #vancouverwa #breakingnews

A powerful local production brings to life the true story of women workers who stood up to injustice in the 1920s. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/starbird-theatre-presents-these-shining-lives/ #TheseShiningLives #StarbirdTheatre #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #womenshistory #vancouverwa #pnwtheater #radiumgirls #supportlocaltheater

Federal agencies are investigating Washington’s OSPI over gender identity policies and parental rights, including actions involving the La Center School District. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/feds-launch-title-ix-investigation-into-wa-state-superintendents-office/ #TitleIX #studentprivacy #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #LaCenterSchools #genderpolicy #Washingtonstate #OSPI #FERPA #...

Mark Harmsworth of Washington Policy Center breaks down the state’s new $77.8B budget, questioning whether it delivers real results for taxpayers. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-the-washington-state-2025-27-budget-proposal-is-out-and-legislators-are-still-spending-money-the-state-doesnt-have/ #Washingtonstate #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #statebudget #taxpolicy #educati...

Washington lawmakers reflect on the highs and lows of this year's legislative session, from tax debates to recycling reform and budget transparency. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/wins-and-losses-wa-legislative-leaders-share-takeaways-on-this-years-session/ #Washingtonstate #legislativesession #JohnBraun #JoeFitzgibbon #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #budgetdebate #recyclingreform #s...

Clark County is looking for a volunteer park host at Captain William Clark Regional Park at Cottonwood Beach. Learn what the role involves and how to apply at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-county-accepting-applications-for-volunteer-park-host-at-captain-william-clark-regional-park-at-cottonwood-beach-2/ #volunteerparkhost #CottonwoodBeach #ClarkCountyWa #ColumbiaRiver #localnews #pub...

Vancouver Police are investigating a stabbing that occurred Wednesday afternoon involving multiple males and a knife. The suspect was arrested and the victim hospitalized. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-police-investigate-stabbing-5/ #stabbinginvestigation #VancouverPolice #ClarkCountyWa #localcrime #Washingtonstate #localnews #News #Vancouver #crimeupdate #publicsafe...

Turning Point USA’s Stephen Davis will speak in Vancouver on May 7 at a youth-focused event hosted by the local chapter, with a message of conservative activism and empowerment. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/famed-conservative-stephen-davis-from-turning-point-usa-is-coming-to-vancouver-on-may-7/ #StephenDavis #TurningPointUSA #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #youthactivism #conservativespeaker #C...

Battle Ground residents shared their priorities in a recent city survey, with top marks going to public safety and strong interest in future investments like a public pool and walking trails. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/survey-results-highlight-what-battle-ground-residents-value-most-in-city-services/ #BattleGroundWa #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #communitysurvey #cityservices #aquaticcenter...

Vancouver’s homeless encampments near NE Andresen Road are moved every two weeks in a cycle that highlights the city’s lack of shelter space and complex enforcement limits. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/a-cycle-of-uncertainty-homeless-camps-moved-every-two-weeks-from-one-side-of-the-road-to-the-other/ #homelesscamp #VancouverWa #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #BurntBridgeCreek #urbanissues #Safe...

Editor Ken Vance draws a poignant connection between voters’ rejection of three local tax measures and his mother’s struggle to make ends meet decades ago. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-the-results-of-the-april-22-special-election-give-me-some-hope-that-voters-have-had-enough-of-the-nonsense/ #April22Election #KenVanceColumn #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #WashingtonTaxes #CamasWasho...

Expect delays Friday, May 2, as WSDOT crews conduct safety inspections and deck repairs on the SR 503 Yale Bridge near Amboy. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/expect-delays-on-sr-503-yale-bridge-for-bridge-deck-repairs-friday/ #SR503 #YaleBridge #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #WSDOT #LakeMerwin #trafficalert #Washingtonroads #bridgeinspection #Amboy

Clark County is seeking volunteers for its Historic Preservation Commission, with two appointments beginning in July and applications due May 21. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-county-seeks-volunteers-for-the-historic-preservation-commission-3/ #HistoricPreservation #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #Vancouver #volunteeropportunity #civicengagement #historicregister #preservationprogram #publ...

Elizabeth New of the Washington Policy Center critiques Washington’s paid leave payroll tax, arguing it places an unfair burden on low-income workers. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-low-income-workers-should-not-have-to-give-higher-income-workers-more-of-their-wages/ #PaidLeave #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #WashingtonPolicyCenter #taxpolicy #workerjustice #Vancouver #ElizabethNew #p...

John A. Charles Jr. critiques TriMet’s push for expansion amid deep financial losses and declining ridership, urging the Board to scale back and refocus. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-do-we-still-need-trimet/ #TriMet #transitfunding #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #publicpolicy #Vancouver #Oregonnews #buscuts #lightrail #CascadePolicy

President Trump touted major immigration and economic policies at a Michigan rally marking his 100th day in office. Hear his key claims and promises https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/uncategorized/main-street-not-wall-street-trump-defends-tariffs-touts-immigration-success/ #Trump2025 #immigrationpolicy #AmericaFirst #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #energyindependence #voterpolls #tariffs #healthcarepolic...

Journey Theater’s youth cast brings Peter/Wendy to life with five performances opening May 9 in Battle Ground. This lyrical retelling offers an emotionally rich alternative to the Disney version. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/entertainment/journey-theater-preparing-to-perform-peter-wendy/ #JourneyTheater #youththeater #PeterWendy #BattleGroundWA #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #familytheater #...

Mark Harmsworth of the Washington Policy Center argues that the Washington Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Spokane’s anti-camping initiative undermines both public safety and voter rights. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-spokanes-voter-approved-anti-camping-initiative-is-overturned-by-the-washington-supreme-court/ #homelessness #Spokane #publicsafety #affordablehousing #Clark...

Thomas Schenk of Amboy shares his concerns over Democratic control in Washington state, pointing to rising taxes and voter apathy as key factors. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-democrats-never-met-an-increase-in-fees-taxes-or-charges-they-wouldnt-vote-for/ #taxes #WashingtonPolitics #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #politicalcommentary #votermobilization #lettertotheeditor #governmentspe...