Clark County Today News

Vancouver’s Justin Forsman calls out what he views as a coordinated effort to silence dissent, citing stolen campaign signs and a political system in denial. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-they-fear-our-voices-but-we-have-not-yet-begun-to-fight/ #JustinForsman #freeSpeech #VancouverPolitics #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #WashingtonState #lettertotheeditor #politicalcensorship #campaig...

The Camas Lions Club rolled up their sleeves Sunday to help revitalize downtown Camas through a major community cleanup event. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/camas-lions-club-joins-downtown-camas-cleanup-effort-to-beautify-the-community/ #CamasLionsClub #DowntownCamas #communityservice #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #WashingtonState #volunteers #CamasWA

Washougal students are diving into Chinook culture with Sam Robinson’s classroom visits, learning stories, songs, and traditions firsthand. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/youth/chinook-history-comes-alive-for-washougal-fourth-graders/ #ChinookIndianNation #SamRobinson #NativeEducation #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #WashingtonState #ParkersvilleDay #IndigenousHistory #Washougal

The Vancouver Fire Department and regional HazMat Team handled an electric scooter fire Monday caused by a thermal runaway battery event. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/regional-hazmat-team-responds-to-electric-scooter-fire/ #electricScooter #batterySafety #hazmatresponse #VancouverFire #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #WashingtonState #Vancouver

Magenta Theater’s new production, Silent Sky, opens May 2 and tells the story of astronomer Henrietta Leavitt and her groundbreaking, overlooked work in science. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/magenta-theater-presents-silent-sky-with-opening-night-set-for-friday-may-2/ #SilentSky #MagentaTheater #HenriettaLeavitt #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #VancouverWA #theater #womeninscience #WashingtonS...

Two Clark College students have been honored for their academic excellence and community service. Learn more about their inspiring journeys and future plans at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/two-clark-college-honor-students-chosen-for-all-washington-academic-team/ #ClarkCollege #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #AllWashingtonAcademicTeam #communitycollege #academicexcellence #studentsuccess #Wash...

The Washougal Songcraft Festival has launched an exciting pilot program at Washougal High School, bringing professional musicians and songwriters into the classroom to inspire and educate students. Listen to how this arts initiative is enriching local youth arts education and encouraging musical creativity. For full details, visit https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/youth/washougal-songcraft-festival...

Clark County’s 2025 candidate filing period begins May 5, offering online and in-person options for those seeking local office. Find out how to file and key dates at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/candidate-filing-period-and-online-candidate-filing-begins-may-5/ on www. ClarkCountyToday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #Vancouver #candidatefiling #localelections2025 #publicoffice

Battle Ground High School cadets Charlie Weiner and Jeremiah Norwood have been selected for the prestigious Air Force Flight Academy this summer. Learn more about this achievement and what it means for their aviation careers at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/youth/sixth-year-in-a-row-bghs-cadets-earn-coveted-flight-academy-spots/ on www. ClarkCountyToday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #BattleGrou...

Peter Bracchi of Vancouver calls for equal enforcement of laws across all properties in the city, warning that selective enforcement damages trust and fairness. Read the full letter at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-vancouver-must-end-unequal-enforcement-of-its-laws/ on www. ClarkCountyToday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #Vancouver #unequallawenforcement #urbanpolicy #propertyrigh...

Clark County residents are invited to gather for the National Day of Prayer on May 1 at the Public Service Center in Vancouver, with a special focus on local leaders, students, businesses, and churches. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/area-residents-invited-to-participate-in-national-day-of-prayer/ on www. ClarkCountyToday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #Vancouver #NationalDayofP...

Clark County Republican Women will host Katy Faust of Them Before Us as guest speaker at their May 22 dinner event in Battle Ground. Hear all the details about registration, the dinner menu, and more by visiting https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-county-republican-women-may-22-dinner-event-to-feature-katy-faust-as-guest-speaker/ on www. ClarkCountyToday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #Batt...

Clark County Treasurer Alishia Topper offers a drive-through drop-off service for property tax payments April 29–30 in Vancouver, with multiple other payment options also available. Read the full details at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/treasurer-offers-drive-through-property-tax-payment-drop-off-april-29-30/ on www. ClarkCountyToday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #Vancouver #ClarkCountyTre...

Expect daytime ramp closures on I-5 and SR 14 in Vancouver this Tuesday as WSDOT crews work on wrong way detection upgrades to improve safety. Find out the details at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/plan-ahead-for-daytime-ramp-closures-on-i-5-and-sr-14-in-vancouver-tuesday/ on www. ClarkCountyToday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #Vancouver #WSDOT #Interstate5 #StateRoute14 #rampclosures #tran...

A Sunday morning rollover accident in Vancouver left one passenger hospitalized after a sedan flipped on NE Ward Road. Vancouver Fire crews performed a careful extrication, and authorities remind the public about seatbelt safety. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/single-vehicle-rollover-injures-passenger/ on www. ClarkCountyToday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #Vancouver...

Support is growing for Ridgefield High School’s Knowledge Bowl team as they prepare to compete at the National Quiz Bowl in Atlanta. The Ridgefield Public Schools Foundation is matching donations up to $5,000 to help cover travel expenses. Listen for the full story, then visit https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/youth/fundraiser-set-up-this-week-for-ridgefield-high-school-knowledge-bowls-travel-to-at...

Explore WSU Vancouver's upcoming Preview Day designed for prospective students to learn about college admissions, financial aid, and student life. Attend campus tours, connect with admissions counselors, and discover how WSU Vancouver supports local students. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/prospective-students-invited-to-preview-day-at-wsu-vancouver-6/ #localnews #Cla...

House Democrats in Washington push forward new tax proposals to help fill a major budget shortfall, setting the stage for a tense finish to the legislative session. Learn more about the proposals and what's at stake. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/house-democrats-advance-18b-in-tax-hike-proposals-as-session-winds-down/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #Vancouver #politics #s...

from Republican budget leaders. Hear the details on the new taxes and what could come next for Washington taxpayers. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/republican-budget-leaders-see-showdown-ahead-as-senate-democrats-approve-trio-of-major-tax-increases/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #Vancouver #politics #statetaxes

Representatives from the 18th and 20th Legislative Districts are set to hold a joint town hall meeting on May 3 in Battle Ground. Learn about their session review, focus on state budgets, and how new laws may affect you. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/representatives-from-the-18th-and-20th-legislative-districts-to-hold-joint-town-hall-on-may-3/ #localnews #ClarkCounty...

Expect delays on northbound I-5 near Ridgefield as WSDOT crews improve the Exit 14 off-ramp to support future development. Learn about scheduled lane closures and tips for navigating the work zone. Stay informed and read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/expect-delays-on-northbound-i-5-near-ridgefield-through-may-9/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #Ridgefield #transportation

Brandon Erickson has announced his candidacy for the Clark County Charter Review Commission, seeking Position 1 in District 2. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/brandon-erickson-announces-candidacy-for-clark-county-charter-review-commission/ #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #ClarkCountyCharter #BrandonErickson #communityleadership #VancouverWa #localelections

The Clark County Sheriff's Office is investigating a reported burglary in Vancouver that ended with the apparent suicide of Charles Gardiner, interim chief of the Cowlitz Tribal Public Safety Department. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-county-sheriffs-office-investigating-a-reported-burglary-that-led-to-apparent-suicide/ #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #ClarkCountySher...

Clark County voters turned down all three tax proposals in the April 22 special election. Why? Was it the rising cost of living, lack of trust in spending, or something else? Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-why-did-voters-reject-all-three-tax-proposals-in-the-april-22-special-election/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #specialelection #voterejection #propertytax #scho...

Melinda and Lou Pallotta have turned Love Street Playhouse into a hub of creativity in Woodland, guided by passion, community, and storytelling. Their latest show, Moon Over Buffalo, opens this week. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/love-of-theater-inspires-owners-of-love-street-playhouse-in-woodland/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #LoveStreetPlayhouse #WoodlandArts #Commu...