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What’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Saturday, Aug. 9
The final Saturday of the Clark County Fair packs in Tuff Trucks, a cheeseburger eating contest, team sorting, Ice Age Adventures, Monster Truck rides, and more. Gates open at 10 a.m., with extended hours until 11 p.m. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/whats-happening-at-the-clark-county-fair-on-saturday-aug-9/ #ClarkCountyFair #Ridgefield #TuffTrucks #CheeseburgerEatingContest #MonsterTrucks #IceAgeAdventures #CurlyTheCamel #PiratesParrot #BarnyardRacing #ClarkCountyWA
Opinion: Does more Medicaid mean fewer ER visits?
Elizabeth New (Hovde) examines mixed research on Medicaid expansion’s effect on ER use, noting that Washington’s rising health care costs stem partly from state policies. She argues that cost control requires lawmakers to address local policy choices, not just federal reforms. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-does-more-medicaid-mean-fewer-er-visits/ #Opinion #Medicaid #EmergencyRoom #WashingtonPolicyCenter #ElizabethNew #HealthCareCosts #AffordableCareAct #StatePolicy #UncompensatedCare #MedicaidExpansion
Letter: ‘I’ll take my chances with the Clark County Council over the city of Vancouver’
Anna Miller examines the push for Vancouver’s annexation, outlining potential tax benefits, zoning control, grant opportunities, and political influence. While supporters see strategic growth, she remains wary and prefers Clark County Council oversight. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-ill-take-my-chances-with-the-clark-county-council-over-the-city-of-vancouver/ #Opinion #LetterToTheEditor #ClarkCounty #Annexation #VancouverWA #AnnaMiller #ClarkCountyCouncil #CityExpansion #ZoningControl #GrantFunding
Opinion: Freedom to honk
Doug Dahl explores the fine line between lawful and unlawful honking in Washington, blending traffic safety, free speech considerations, and court decisions from across the country. While some horn use is mandatory, not all expressive honks are legally protected. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-freedom-to-honk/ #WashingtonState #Opinion #TrafficSafety #FreeSpeech #HornLaws #TheWiseDrive #DougDahl #FirstAmendment #NoiseOrdinance #DrivingLaws
Applications for 2025-2027 Homeless Crisis Response System Severe Weather Response funds available Aug. 11
Clark County Community Services will open applications Aug. 11 for $800,000 in Severe Weather Response funds for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. Projects must boost capacity to protect unsheltered residents during extreme weather. Proposals are due Sept. 17 via Bonfire. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/applications-for-2025-2027-homeless-crisis-response-system-severe-weather-response-funds-available-aug-11/ #ClarkCounty #HomelessResponse #SevereWeather #CommunityServices #FundingOpportunity #Unsheltered #PublicServices #GrantFunding #ClarkCoWA #LocalNews
Letter: ‘Colin Kaepernick is no one to be celebrated in Vancouver schools’
Brush Prairie resident Bob Mattila opposes celebrating Colin Kaepernick in Vancouver schools and says role models should emphasize love and unity. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-colin-kaepernick-is-no-one-to-be-celebrated-in-vancouver-schools/ #Opinion #LetterToTheEditor #ColinKaepernick #VancouverSchools #Unity #Disunity #NationalAnthem #RoleModels #ClarkCounty
Budweiser Clydesdales bring magic to Clark County Fair, and awareness to Folds of Honor
The Budweiser Clydesdales brought spectacle and purpose to the Clark County Fair. With fans lining up for photos and parades, the horses also helped spotlight Folds of Honor — a scholarship nonprofit for military and first responder families. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/budweiser-clydesdales-bring-magic-to-clark-county-fair-and-awareness-to-folds-of-honor/ #BudweiserClydesdales #FoldsOfHonor #ClarkCountyFair #RidgefieldWA #BeavertonOR #VancouverWA #FirstResponders #MilitaryFamilies #Scholarships
POLL: Do you support Vancouver expanding its city limits through annexation?
This week's poll asks Clark County residents to weigh in on Vancouver's proposed annexation plans. With financial strain and community resistance, leaders are urging caution. Share your view now. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-do-you-support-vancouver-expanding-its-city-limits-through-annexation/ #Vancouver #Annexation #ClarkCounty #WeeklyPoll #CityLimits #PublicInput #BudgetCrisis #UrbanPlanning #Opinion
Opinion: The Growth Management Act’s impact on house prices in Washington
Mark Harmsworth of the Washington Policy Center critiques the Growth Management Act, saying its land-use restrictions are driving up home prices and making ownership unaffordable for many. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-the-growth-management-acts-impact-on-house-prices-in-washington/ #WashingtonPolicyCenter #MarkHarmsworth #GMA #HousingCrisis #UrbanGrowthAreas #AffordableHousing #Zoning #BIAW #Opinion
U-Haul truck sharing comes to Chadwick’s Mill Plain Shell in Vancouver
U-Haul’s truck-sharing service has expanded to Chadwick’s Mill Plain Shell in Vancouver, bringing essential moving resources like trucks, trailers, and supplies to local residents. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/business/u-haul-truck-sharing-comes-to-chadwicks-mill-plain-shell-in-vancouver/ #VancouverWA #UHaul #TruckRental #SmallBusiness #MovingHelp #SelfStorage #ClarkCounty #ChadBudnick
Two councilors share their initial views on annexation proposals
City and county councilors Bart Hansen and Michelle Belkot offer early takes on Vancouver’s proposed annexations of unincorporated Clark County. The smallest proposal could add 1,700 residents; the largest, over 170,000. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/two-councilors-share-their-initial-views-on-annexation-proposals/ #VancouverWA #Annexation #ClarkCounty #CityCouncil #MichelleBelkot #BartHansen #UrbanGrowthArea #CompleteStreets
What’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Friday, Aug. 8
Friday at the Clark County Fair is packed with action, featuring Tuff Trucks, donuts, pirate parrots, camels, and K-9 demos. The weekend kickoff includes a full day of fun and a chance to win some prizes. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/whats-happening-at-the-clark-county-fair-on-friday-aug-8/ #ClarkCountyFair #TuffTrucks #DonutEatingContest #Carnival #Ridgefield #FamilyFun #PaulValencia #K9Demo
Opinion: ‘The thing I dislike most about the (I-5 Bridge replacement) project’
Ken Vance shares what he believes is the worst part of the I-5 Bridge replacement project — not just its cost or design, but the way it halted broader conversations about better alternatives. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-the-thing-i-dislike-most-about-the-i-5-bridge-replacement-project/ #I5Bridge #KenVance #IBR #ClarkCounty #Opinion #TransportationFunding #LightRail #Tolling
Vancouver Police investigate multi-vehicle collision involving tow truck
Vancouver Police are investigating a multi-vehicle crash after a tow truck ran a red light, injuring about 10 people. The suspect fled on foot and was later found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-police-investigate-multi-vehicle-collision-involving-tow-truck/ #VancouverWA #TowTruckCrash #TrafficInvestigation #VancouverPolice #SWAT #SeriousInjuries #MillPlain #HitAndRun
What’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Thursday, Aug. 7
The Budweiser Clydesdales take center stage at the Clark County Fair this Thursday, parading in support of Folds of Honor. Expect big crowds, UTV races, monster truck rides, and more throughout the day. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/whats-happening-at-the-clark-county-fair-on-thursday-aug-7/ #ClarkCountyFair #Clydesdales #FoldsOfHonor #RidgefieldWA #Motorsports #MilitaryAppreciation #FamilyFun #MonsterTrucks
WSDOT Travel Advisory: Expect overnight delays on SR 500 for utility work, Aug. 7
WSDOT crews and Clark County Public Utilities will replace a power pole along SR 500 in Vancouver the night of Aug. 7. Northbound travelers near NE 117th Avenue should expect right-lane closures and delays between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/wsdot-travel-advisory-expect-overnight-delays-on-sr-500-for-utility-work-aug-7/ #VancouverWA #SR500 #WSDOT #TrafficAlert #UtilityWork #ClarkCountyWA #TravelDelay
Republicans hopeful as primary results show two tight legislative races
Two key legislative races are drawing attention after Washington’s primary election. Michelle Caldier and Chad Magendanz show strong early numbers, giving Republicans hope for gains in the state Senate. Final results will be certified Aug. 19. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/republicans-hopeful-as-primary-results-show-two-tight-legislative-races/ #PrimaryElection #WAPolitics #MichelleCaldier #ChadMagendanz #26thDistrict #5thDistrict #StateSenate #Election2025
Opinion: Workers who strike need to be warned double pay is a no-no
Elizabeth New (Hovde) of the Washington Policy Center raises concerns about Washington's new law allowing unemployment pay for striking workers. She warns of potential double payments and long-term harm to the UI fund. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-workers-who-strike-need-to-be-warned-double-pay-is-a-no-no/ #Opinion #SB5041 #UnemploymentInsurance #ElizabethNew #StrikePay #WashingtonPolicyCenter #WorkerRights #PublicEmployees #UnionIssues
WSP takes steps to address growing firearms forensics backlog
The Washington State Patrol is tackling a growing backlog in firearms forensics by hiring and training more scientists to double testing capacity. With a 379-day wait time and nearly 1,000 backlogged cases, WSP expects to cut the backlog by 60% by 2027 and reduce turnaround times to 120 days by 2028. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/wsp-takes-steps-to-address-growing-firearms-forensics-backlog/ #WSP #FirearmsTesting #Forensics #WashingtonState #Backlog #PublicSafety #JohnBatiste #CrimeLab #GeneLawrence
Annual School Supply Drive for Vancouver Students receives $10,000 boost
Dick Hannah Dealerships has donated $10,000 in matching funds and another $10,000 in general support to the Write from the Start school supply drive for Vancouver Public Schools students. With over half of VPS students living below the poverty line, the drive aims to remove learning barriers and ensure kids have what they need for a strong school year. Donations are being matched through Aug. 31. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/youth/annual-school-supply-drive-for-vancouver-students-receives-10000-boost/ #VancouverWA #SchoolSupplies #WriteFromTheStart #FoundationForVPS #DickHannahDealerships #StudentSupport #BackToSchool #EducationAccess #CommunitySupport
Letter: ‘Jennifer has the common-sense values to make public schools better. We need a candidate like her’
In a letter to the editor, Wynn Grcich endorses Jennifer Heine-Withee for the Battle Ground School Board, praising her focus on parental involvement, classroom support, and fiscal responsibility. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-jennifer-has-the-common-sense-values-to-make-public-schools-better-we-need-a-candidate-like-her/ #Opinion #BattleGround #SchoolBoard #JenniferHeineWithee #WynnGrcich #EducationFunding #ParentalInvolvement #TestScores
FVRL levy lid lift being approved by voters
Proposition 1 appears to be passing in early results, with voters approving a levy lid lift to increase library funding for the Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries district. The measure would raise the rate to $0.50 per $1,000 of assessed property value for the first time in 15 years. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/fvrl-levy-lid-lift-being-approved-by-voters/ #FVRL #LibraryFunding #LevyLidLift #ClarkCounty #Proposition1 #JenniferGiltrop #SpecialElection #August2025Election #PropertyTax #LibrarySupport
Vancouver celebrates National Night Out
Nine locations across Vancouver celebrated National Night Out on Tuesday, including a major event at LeRoy Haagen Memorial Park. Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle, the Port of Vancouver, police officers, and local groups joined hundreds of neighbors for music, fun, and community connection. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/vancouver-celebrates-national-night-out/ #Vancouver #NationalNightOut #CommunitySafety #PublicSafety #LeRoyHaagenPark #AnneMcEnernyOgle #PortOfVancouver #VancouverPolice #NeighborhoodEvents
What’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Wednesday, Aug. 6
Wednesday at the Clark County Fair means motorsports are back with two Demolition Derby shows, plus it’s Senior Day and the Budweiser Clydesdales are on display. Also on deck: K-9 demos, carnival rides, and more. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/whats-happening-at-the-clark-county-fair-on-wednesday-aug-6/ #ClarkCountyFair #DemolitionDerby #SeniorDay #BudweiserClydesdales #MonsterTrucks #K9Demo #CarnivalRides #RidgefieldWA #ClarkCountyEvents
Trump pledges overhaul of school fitness tests
President Trump has reinstated the Presidential Fitness Test with a new executive order aimed at tackling youth obesity and improving health. The initiative revives a decades-old program, now led by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., with more details still to come. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/youth/trump-pledges-overhaul-of-school-fitness-tests/ #PresidentialFitnessTest #YouthHealth #Trump #RFKJr #PhysicalEducation #SchoolFitness #StudentHealth #JeffVanDrew #ExecutiveOrder #HHS
Vancouver Police investigate fatal traffic collision involving bicyclist
Vancouver Police are investigating a fatal collision involving a bicyclist and a van at NE 49th Street and 127th Avenue. The e-bike rider was transported to the hospital and later died. Police say the van turned in front of the cyclist. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-police-investigate-fatal-traffic-collision-involving-bicyclist/ #Vancouver #TrafficSafety #BicycleAccident #VPD #EbikeCrash #RoadSafety #FatalCollision #NE49thStreet #OngoingInvestigation
Opposing statements sought for Nov. 4, 2025, ballot measures
Clark County Elections is looking for registered voters to write opposing statements for Proposition 5 and Proposition 1 in the Nov. 4 election. Statements must be submitted by 3 p.m. Friday, Aug. 8. Visit clarkvotes.org for details. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/opposing-statements-sought-for-nov-4-2025-ballot-measures/ #ClarkCounty #Elections #BallotMeasures #Proposition5 #Proposition1 #GregKimsey #ClarkVotes #VotersGuide #CityOfVancouver #CamasWashougal
City Council approves resolution to place police services levy, Proposition 5 on November ballot
The Vancouver City Council has placed Proposition 5 on the November ballot. If approved, it would raise property taxes to hire 13 new police officers, fund support roles, and upgrade equipment. The levy is expected to generate $5.7 million per year. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/city-council-approves-resolution-to-place-police-services-levy-proposition-5-on-november-ballot/ #Vancouver #Proposition5 #PublicSafety #PoliceLevy #CityCouncil #TroyPrice #AnneMcEnernyOgle #VPD #CriminalJustice #PropertyTax
WA’s new work zone speed cameras cite 7K drivers in first 90 days
Washington’s new speed cameras in highway work zones have issued over 7,500 citations since April, with nearly 4,000 more in process. The cameras, now active at several sites across the state, are meant to improve safety for road workers. Fines for first offenses begin next July. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/was-new-work-zone-speed-cameras-cite-7k-drivers-in-first-90-days/ #WashingtonState #Transportation #SpeedCameras #WorkZoneSafety #TrafficEnforcement #JohnBatiste #JulieMeredith #WSDOT #I5 #StatePatrol
Grand opening celebration for new playground at Fruit Valley Park on Aug. 16
The city of Vancouver will celebrate the grand opening of the Elizabeth Austin Playground on Aug. 16 with a ribbon cutting, games, and a showing of The Wild Robot. The inclusive play space was funded by a $1.2 million gift from the Kuni Foundation and honors Austin’s legacy of community connection. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/youth/grand-opening-celebration-for-new-playground-at-fruit-valley-park-on-aug-16/ #Vancouver #ElizabethAustin #InclusivePlayground #KuniFoundation #FruitValleyPark #CommunityEvent #OutdoorMovie #TheWildRobot #YouthPrograms
Letter: The era of decline is over – A mayor who will fight for you
Vancouver mayoral candidate Justin Forsman issues a letter slamming the current administration over city debt, policy failures, and public safety. He outlines plans for reform, including cutting taxes, clearing encampments, and restoring citizen forums. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-the-era-of-decline-is-over-a-mayor-who-will-fight-for-you/ #Vancouver #Opinion #JustinForsman #CityPolitics #PublicSafety #Infrastructure #Taxes #ClarkCounty #FentanylCrisis #Encampments
What’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Tuesday, Aug. 5
Military Appreciation Day at the Clark County Fair brings discounts for service members and a full schedule of entertainment — from Mutton Bustin’ and bull riding to daily appearances by Curly the camel and possibly even the Budweiser Clydesdales. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/whats-happening-at-the-clark-county-fair-on-tuesday-aug-5/ #ClarkCountyFair #MilitaryAppreciationDay #BudweiserClydesdales #MuttonBustin #BullRiding #CurlyTheCamel #FamilyEvents #RidgefieldWA #AllCreaturesRacing #PacificNorthwest
Business profile: Dragon Rescue Society in search of heroes at the Clark County Fair
Peter and Lisa Noah bring the Dragon Rescue Society to the Clark County Fair, inviting families to become heroes in a hands-on quest to rescue baby dragons. It’s more than just a booth — it’s an interactive, story-driven experience full of magic, memory, and meaning. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/business-profile-dragon-rescue-society-in-search-of-heroes-at-the-clark-county-fair/ #ClarkCountyFair #DragonRescue #FamilyFun #VancouverWA #PeterNoah #LisaNoah #ButterflyAdventures #VendorSpotlight #BabyDragons #PacificNW
Opinion: Leaders doing a ‘bang up’ job of making downtowns safe
Lars Larson highlights violence in downtown Portland and Seattle, calling out leadership failures, defunded police, and the economic decline of key properties and businesses. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-leaders-doing-a-bang-up-job-of-making-downtowns-safe/ #LarsLarson #PortlandCrime #SeattleViolence #NorthwestNonsense #UrbanDecay #Opinion #PoliceDefunding #RetailClosures #PublicSafety
Opinion: Reclaiming our forests
Nancy Churchill makes the case for repealing the 2001 Roadless Rule, arguing it harmed Washington’s timber communities and worsened wildfire risk. She also urges opposition to HR 3930. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-reclaiming-our-forests/ #RoadlessRule #ForestManagement #WashingtonState #LoggingJobs #HR3930 #PublicLands #WildfireRisk #NancyChurchill #DangerousRhetoric
Opinion: WAGOP chair urges WA counties to reject reckless ‘sanctuary’ nonsense
WAGOP Chair Jim Walsh argues that Washington’s sanctuary policies defy federal law and urges counties to push back with local “non-sanctuary” resolutions. He calls the state’s current stance reckless and politically motivated. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/opinion-wagop-chair-urges-wa-counties-to-reject-reckless-sanctuary-nonsense/ #JimWalsh #WAGOP #SanctuaryState #ImmigrationPolicy #LewisCounty #WashingtonPolitics #NonSanctuaryCounty #PublicSafety #Opinion #ERICADAMSAct
Two-year construction of a roundabout at Northeast 179th Street and Northeast 29th Avenue begins in late August
A major Clark County intersection at NE 179th St. and NE 29th Ave. will undergo two years of roundabout construction starting late August. Residents can attend a public meeting Aug. 12 to learn more. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/two-year-construction-of-a-roundabout-at-northeast-179th-street-and-northeast-29th-avenue-begins-in-late-august/ #ClarkCounty #RoundaboutConstruction #TrafficUpdate #PublicWorks #DetourInfo #VancouverWA #CommunityMeeting #Infrastructure #NE179th
What’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Monday, Aug. 4
Day 4 of the Clark County Fair features fan-favorite events like bull riding and mutton bustin’, plus a K-9 demo, pirate parrot shows, Ice Age Adventures, and more. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/whats-happening-at-the-clark-county-fair-on-monday-aug-4/ #ClarkCountyFair #BullRiding #MuttonBustin #RidgefieldWA #CommunityEvents #K9Demo #FamilyFun #FairSchedule #AllAges #Dogtown
‘Clear sign of energy mismanagement’: Washington gas prices trending up
Washington drivers are paying some of the highest fuel prices in the U.S., now averaging $4.39 per gallon. New taxes, cap-and-trade policies, and regional infrastructure all play a role. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clear-sign-of-energy-mismanagement-washington-gas-prices-trending-up/ #GasPrices #WashingtonState #EnergyPolicy #GasTax #ClimateCommitmentAct #FuelCosts #CapAndTrade #Transportation
Bridge work coming to SR 14 in Clark County, Aug. 4-7
Drivers using SR 14 in Clark County should plan for delays as WSDOT begins sealing work on three local bridges Aug. 4–7 to prevent weather-related surface damage. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/bridge-work-coming-to-sr-14-in-clark-county-aug-4-7/ #WSDOT #ClarkCounty #SR14 #BridgeMaintenance #LaneClosures #Roadwork #TravelAdvisory #EvergreenBridge
What’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Sunday, Aug. 3
Kansas takes the stage Sunday at the Clark County Fair, closing out this year’s concert lineup. The fair also celebrated a third year of partnership with Fred Meyer supporting the Clark County Food Bank. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/whats-happening-at-the-clark-county-fair-on-sunday-aug-3/ #ClarkCountyFair #KansasBand #FoodDonation #FredMeyer #ClarkCountyFoodBank #ConcertNight #DiaperDerby #UpliftingNews
18-year-old passenger dies at scene of single-vehicle collision
An 18-year-old died at the scene of a single-vehicle crash on NE Reilly Rd. in Clark County. The 19-year-old driver was hospitalized. The Clark County Sheriff’s Office is investigating. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/18-year-old-passenger-dies-at-scene-of-single-vehicle-collision/ #ClarkCounty #TrafficHomicide #FatalCrash #SheriffsOffice #PeaceHealth #VehicleCollision #PublicSafety
What’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Saturday, Aug. 2
George Thorogood and the Destroyers return to the Clark County Fair for a Saturday night concert sure to draw a crowd. From watermelon eating to fiddle championships and more, the day is packed with music, contests, and family fun. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/whats-happening-at-the-clark-county-fair-on-saturday-aug-2/ #ClarkCountyFair #GeorgeThorogood #RidgefieldWA #LiveMusic #SummerEvents #ConcertNight #FairSchedule #FamilyFun
A tour of the fairgrounds at opening day of the Clark County Fair
From sweets to slides, cows to camels, and blacksmiths to baby dragons — the Clark County Fair opened with energy and charm. Paul Valencia takes readers on a detailed three-hour tour of opening day, spotlighting rides, animals, exhibits, and longtime community members who make the fair a summer staple. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/a-tour-of-the-fairgrounds-at-opening-day-of-the-clark-county-fair/ #ClarkCountyFair #RidgefieldWA #FairLife #CarnivalTime #CommunityEvents #FamilyFun #Dogtown #SweetSpot #LivestockExhibits
Where’s Gov. Bob Ferguson?
Gov. Bob Ferguson is facing growing scrutiny for failing to provide consistent updates about his public schedule. In seven months, his office has sent few advisories, often incomplete or late, raising questions about transparency and public accountability. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/wheres-gov-bob-ferguson/ #BobFerguson #WashingtonState #GovernorWatch #Transparency #PublicRecords #WApolitics #PressAccess #ClimateCommitmentAct #QuinaultNation
City of Ridgefield moving forward with Recreation and Community Center Project
Despite the YMCA of Columbia-Willamette withdrawing as a project partner, the city of Ridgefield is pushing ahead with its Recreation and Community Center plans. The facility is at 90% design and expected to begin construction in Spring 2026 without new taxes. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/city-of-ridgefield-moving-forward-with-recreation-and-community-center-project/ #Ridgefield #CommunityCenter #YMCA #PublicProjects #CityCouncil #MattCole #InfrastructurePlanning #ClarkCounty
Sharon Wodtke selected for Community Hero Award for her work with Battle Ground seniors
Sharon Wodtke has been recognized with the Community Hero Award for her leadership and impact with Battle Ground Senior Citizens Inc. Her work has helped expand services and support for seniors across the region. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/sharon-wodtke-selected-for-community-hero-award-for-her-work-with-battle-ground-seniors/ #BattleGround #SeniorServices #CommunityHero #SharonWodtke #Volunteerism #ClarkCountyPeople #CivicLeadership #CommunitySpirit
County seeks volunteers to serve on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
Clark County is accepting applications for four open seats on its Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee. Residents with experience in active transportation are encouraged to apply by Aug. 31. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/county-seeks-volunteers-to-serve-on-the-bicycle-and-pedestrian-advisory-committee/ #ClarkCounty #BicyclePlanning #PedestrianSafety #AdvisoryBoard #ActiveTransportation #PublicService #VolunteerOpportunity #CCTnews
POLL: Should cities be allowed to permanently close public spaces to camping under emergency orders?
Vancouver recently cleared encampments near Andresen Road under an emergency order citing environmental and health concerns. This week’s poll asks: Should cities be allowed to permanently close public spaces to camping under emergency powers? Vote now: https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-should-cities-be-allowed-to-permanently-close-public-spaces-to-camping-under-emergency-orders/ #Opinion #ClarkCounty #WeeklyPoll #Homelessness #PublicSafety #VancouverWA #EmergencyOrders #PublicLands
C-TRAN maintains partnership with Clark County Fair for free shuttle service
C-TRAN renews its long-time partnership with the Clark County Fair by offering free shuttle service from eight locations across the county. Riders skip the parking hassle, save money, and get dropped off at the main gate. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/c-tran-maintains-partnership-with-clark-county-fair-for-free-shuttle-service/ #ClarkCountyFair #CTRAN #ShuttleService #Ridgefield #FamilyFun #BrothersOsborne #CommunityEvent #Transportation #FreeRide #ClarkCounty