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Photos: 2025 Ridgefield Fourth of July Celebration Parade
Ridgefield’s 2025 Fourth of July Parade brought thousands to the streets, with photo coverage by Mike Schultz featuring everything from storm troopers to antique cars and a patriotic flyover. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/photos-2025-ridgefield-fourth-of-july-celebration-parade/ #RidgefieldParade #FourthOfJuly #ChrisPoppert #MissClarkCounty #MikeSchultzPhotos #Patriotism #F15Flyover #ClassicCars
Letter: Can the president direct the U. S. Military to strike another country?
In his letter to the editor, Vancouver’s Jim McConnell asks whether President Trump’s 2025 military strike on Iran was legal under the U.S. Constitution. He references history and a legal scholar to argue that it was. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-can-the-president-direct-the-u-s-military-to-strike-another-country/ #Opinion #WarPowers #JimMcConnell #PresidentialAuthority #IranStrike #Vancouver
Letter: Social Security applauds passage of legislation providing historic tax relief for seniors
Camas resident Anna Miller shares a letter from the Social Security Administration applauding the One Big, Beautiful Bill for eliminating federal income taxes on most Social Security benefits. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-social-security-applauds-passage-of-legislation-providing-historic-tax-relief-for-seniors/ #SocialSecurity #SeniorTaxRelief #AnnaMiller #Opinion #Camas #Retirement #FederalTaxes #OneBigBeautifulBill
Vancouver Fire Department responds to house fire
The Vancouver Fire Department quickly extinguished a house fire on SE 146th Ct Thursday, rescuing a cat and calling in Hazmat for battery-related hazards. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-fire-department-responds-to-house-fire-4/ #VancouverWA #HouseFire #Hazmat #VancouverFire #EmergencyResponse #BatteryFire #ToxicGas #FireMarshal #PublicSafety
Delays expected on Northwest 99th Street during water quality project construction
A Clark County stormwater project on Northwest 99th Street will cause some traffic delays but keep all lanes open. Work begins in July. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/delays-expected-on-northwest-99th-street-during-water-quality-project-construction/ #ClarkCounty #VancouverWA #Stormwater #RoadConstruction #TransportationUpdate #PublicWorks #99thStreet #WaterQuality #TrafficDelays
POLL: What’s the biggest concern you have with the current I-5 Bridge replacement plan?
With funding questions and public frustration rising, Clark County Today asks what concerns you most about the current I-5 Bridge replacement plan. Vote now. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-whats-the-biggest-concern-you-have-with-the-current-i-5-bridge-replacement-plan/ #I5Bridge #Transportation #VancouverWA #PublicPoll #LightRailDebate #OregonFunding #BridgeReplacement #ClarkCounty #Opinion
Dorothy Dwyer: World War II hero’s legacy lives on in Clark County years after her passing
Dorothy Dwyer was a WWII code breaker who rarely spoke of her service. Now, her legacy lives on in Ridgefield through a youth scholarship fund managed by American Legion Post 44. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/dorothy-dwyer-world-war-ii-heros-legacy-lives-on-in-clark-county-years-after-her-passing/ #DorothyDwyer #WWIIHero #AmericanLegion #RidgefieldWA #YouthScholarship #VeteranLegacy #PaulValencia #WomensArmyCorps #MilitaryHistory #ClarkCountyWA
Blueberry season has arrived, with several farms offering U-pick opportunities
Blueberry season is here, and farms across Clark County are opening for U-pick. This update lists farms in Brush Prairie, Vancouver, and Battle Ground with early details and links. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/blueberry-season-has-arrived-with-several-farms-offering-u-pick-opportunities/ #ClarkCountyWA #BlueberrySeason #UPick #HockinsonFestival #LocalFarms #BrushPrairie #VancouverWA #BattleGroundWA #Blueberries #FarmFresh
Marshall Community Center celebrates 60 years
Cupcakes and history marked the 60th anniversary of Vancouver’s Marshall Community Center. Paul Valencia shares stories of its past, present, and the generations of residents it continues to serve. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/marshall-community-center-celebrates-60-years/ #VancouverWA #MarshallCommunityCenter #CommunityAnniversary #GeorgeMarshall #ClarkCounty #CommunityCenter #VancouverParks #YouthPrograms #Seniors #PaulValencia
Opinion: Your cost of living is about to go up as the majority party’s new taxes and fees kick in
Rep. John Ley outlines how new taxes and fees are raising costs for Washington families and businesses. His update covers fuel prices, housing affordability, state budget impacts, and transportation policy shifts. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-your-cost-of-living-is-about-to-go-up-as-the-majority-partys-new-taxes-and-fees-kick-in/ #JohnLey #CostOfLiving #WashingtonPolitics #GasTaxes #ChildcareCosts #StateBudget #HomelessnessCrisis #HousingCosts #IBR #TransportationPolicy
Ridgefield to once again host Fourth of July Celebration
Ridgefield’s Fourth of July festival returns with all-day events including a fun run, live music, food, crafts, a parade, and more. Organizers expect around 5,000 people to attend the community celebration honoring Independence Day. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/ridgefield-to-once-again-host-fourth-of-july-celebration/ #RidgefieldWA #FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #RidgefieldParade #RidgefieldFestival #FunRun #LiveMusic #OverlookPark #CommunityEvent
142nd Wing to conduct Independence Day flyovers
The 142nd Wing will mark Independence Day with regional flyovers, including Ridgefield at 11 a.m. Pilots flying F-15 Eagles will honor the sacrifice of U.S. service members with a tribute across Northwest skies. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/142nd-wing-to-conduct-independence-day-flyovers/ #IndependenceDay #F15Flyover #142ndWing #OregonAirGuard #RidgefieldWA #MilitaryTribute #ColMcAllister #AirNationalGuard #FlyoverSchedule
Report: Washington state has 3rd-highest childcare costs in the US
Washington ranks among the most expensive states for childcare, with married couples spending up to 13% of income and single parents paying over 40%. WalletHub’s new report highlights economic and regulatory pressures driving costs. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/report-washington-state-has-3rd-highest-childcare-costs-in-the-us/ #WashingtonState #ChildcareCosts #WalletHub #CarleenJohnson #TheCenterSquare #SingleParents #HB1648 #CostOfLiving #ChildCareCrisis
Opinion: Fourth of July cookout costs emphasize the need for agriculture
Pam Lewison with Washington Policy Center uses Fourth of July cookout data to examine regional food costs and spotlight the struggles facing American farmers. Her opinion piece urges renewed appreciation for agriculture's national importance. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-fourth-of-july-cookout-costs-emphasize-the-need-for-agriculture/ #FourthOfJuly #FoodCosts #WashingtonPolicyCenter #PamLewison #CookoutPrices #AgricultureMatters #AmericanFarmBureau #PotatoSaladPrices #GroundBeef
Plan ahead for ramp closures on I-5 near Ridgefield, July 8-9
Heads up for Ridgefield-area drivers: WSDOT will close three off-ramps on northbound I-5 July 8–9 for testing of wrong-way driving detection systems. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/plan-ahead-for-ramp-closures-on-i-5-near-ridgefield-july-8-9/ #I5Closures #WSDOT #RidgefieldTraffic #WrongWayDetection #TransportationUpdate #ClarkCounty
New state plan aims to reconnect Washington wildlife, make roads safer
Washington has unveiled a new wildlife connectivity action plan to reduce collisions and reconnect critical habitat. Developed by WDFW and WSDOT, the strategy identifies key road segments and statewide wildlife corridors, aiming to improve both public safety and ecosystem resilience. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/new-state-plan-aims-to-reconnect-washington-wildlife-make-roads-safer/ #WAHCAP #WDFW #WSDOT #WildlifeCorridors #HabitatConnectivity #ClimateResilience #WashingtonWildlife #RoadSafety #ConservationPlanning #ArcGIS
Opinion: ‘Oh, the humanity!’
In his latest column, Lars Larson takes aim at Portland City Hall’s response to the failed state transportation bill, calling the panic over a 2 percent funding loss overblown. He urges officials to tighten their belts and fix the roads. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-oh-the-humanity/ #LarsLarson #Opinion #PortlandPolitics #PBOT #StreetMaintenance #TransportationBill #BudgetShortfall #NorthwestNonsense #PortlandCityHall #Potholes
Letter: ‘Inquiring minds want to know’
In this letter to the editor, Vancouver resident Wynn Grcich questions Clark County’s public health leadership and expresses concern over vaccines, fluoridation, and transparency. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-inquiring-minds-want-to-know/ #LetterToTheEditor #ClarkCounty #PublicHealth #Vaccines #Fluoride #Opinion #WynnGrcich #Melnick #COVIDConcerns #FluoridationDebate
WA hotline allows illegal immigrants to report U.S. citizens for First Amendment activity
A taxpayer-funded hotline in Washington allows residents — including illegal immigrants — to report U.S. citizens for legally protected speech. Critics warn the new system, launched by the Attorney General’s office, could chill First Amendment rights and expand government surveillance. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/wa-hotline-allows-illegal-immigrants-to-report-u-s-citizens-for-first-amendment-activity/ #FreeSpeech #FirstAmendment #WashingtonAG #BiasHotline #SB5427 #GovernmentOverreach #PublicSurveillance #JavierValdez #CatalinaVelasquez #FIRE
Family offers $5,000 reward for information regarding missing person
The Clark County Sheriff’s Office is renewing its call for help in finding Robert “Bob” Sarkkinen, missing since May 2018 in the Battle Ground area. His family is offering a $5,000 reward. Detectives say foul play is not suspected, but they’re urging the public to come forward with any information. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/family-offers-5000-reward-for-information-regarding-missing-person/ #MissingPerson #ClarkCountySheriff #BattleGroundWA #RobertSarkkinen #RewardOffered #PublicAssistance #UnsolvedCases #MajorCrimesUnit #MissingSince2018 #HelpFindBob
Oregon DOT director calls transportation funding bill failure ‘shocking,’ warns of layoffs
With the Oregon Legislature failing to pass a transportation funding bill, ODOT now faces up to 700 layoffs. Director Kris Strickler called the situation shocking, and local officials warn of ripple effects across transit, safety, and infrastructure. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/oregon-dot-director-calls-transportation-funding-bill-failure-shocking-warns-of-layoffs/ #ODOT #OregonLegislature #TransportationFunding #Layoffs #PublicTransitCuts #HouseBill2025 #PacificNorthwest #InfrastructureCrisis #KrisStrickler #ClimateSolutions
Journey Theater presents ‘Singin’ in the Rain’
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 #YouthArts #FamilyEntertainment #LivePerformance #SummerShows
Two students share their Boys State experience with American Legion Post 44 members
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/ #BoysState #YouthLeadership #CivicEducation #RidgefieldWA #VancouverWA #AmericanLegion #NathanKim #RobertoValdez #StudentVoices #OratoricalContest
Trump administration tells states it’s freezing $6.8 billion for K-12 school programs
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 #WashingtonState #K12Schools #SchoolBudgetCrisis #FederalCuts #ChrisReykdal #PattyMurray #Opinion #SchoolLawsuit
County implements burn ban beginning July 3
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 #WildfirePrevention #LocalAlert #News #EmergencyInfo
US Senate narrowly passes GOP megabill after overnight session, sending it to House
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 #BudgetReconciliation #MedicaidCuts #SNAP #RuralHospitals #TruthSocial #TrumpAgenda #News
Opinion: Washington's already high gas taxes jump another six cents per gallon, driving prices up
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 #FuelPrices #TransportationFunding #GasPrices #Opinion
Magenta Theater presents “Don’t Dress for Dinner”
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 #DontDressForDinner #MichaelReid #CommunityTheater #PerformingArts #Entertainment #LocalActors
Letter: DOJ’s take down of the Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
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 #MedicaidFraud #DOJ #healthcarefraud #CMS #MelisaByrd #DOGE #Camas #lettertotheeditor
Opinion: Trump Administration rolls out program to help verify that only U.S. citizens can cast ballots
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-only-u-s-citizens-can-cast-ballots/ #Opinion #voterintegrity #citizenshipverification #BillBruch #electionsecurity #SAVEprogram #DHS #DOGE #noncitizenvoting
Opinion: The real immigration emergency – crops don’t wait
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 #WashingtonFarms #foodsecurity
Vancouver Fire responds to blaze at mill
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 #ColumbiaRiver #millfire #FireBoatDiscovery #VancouverFireDepartment #EvergreenHighway #ClarkCounty #publicsafety
New crossing opens over SR 500 in Vancouver
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 #WSDOT #bikepath #ADAaccess #CTRAN #pedestrianbridge #infrastructure #PaulValencia
Analysis reveals divided views on teacher-led prayer in public schools in Washington vs. Idaho
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-views-on-teacher-led-prayer-in-public-schools-in-washington-vs-idaho/ #WashingtonNews #publicschools #prayerinschools #PewResearch #religioussurvey #Idaho #teacherledprayer #schoolpolicy #Christianprayer #FāVS
Letter: Eight years of mayor’s failure on Vancouver’s streets
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 #publicsafety #ADAviolations #AnneMcEnernyOgle #PeterBracchi #encampments
These new Washington laws take effect Tuesday
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-laws-take-effect-tuesday/ #WashingtonLaws #gasprices #gunregulations #immigrationrights #huntinglicenses #equalpay #triballaw #sextrafficking #SB5583 #SB6006
C-TRAN to hold groundbreaking for The Vine on Highway 99
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 #busrapidtransit #ClarkCounty #TheVine #publictransportation #SalmonCreek #VancouverWA #WSUVancouver #Route71
Parent Grief Support Group offers hope and community
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-community/ #griefsupport #ClarkCounty #NWCAVE #JaneOh #childloss #BattleGroundWA #traumasupport #ParentSupport #communityhealing #MindiThomas
CALEA accreditation assessor invites public comment
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 #accreditation #lawenforcement #telecommunications #JulieRighterDove
Fireworks sales launch in Southwest Washington
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 #Washougal #BattleGroundWA
Opinion: ‘Southwest Washington residents deserve a better I-5 Bridge replacement project and a more reliable partner to complete it’
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-bridge-replacement-project-and-a-more-reliable-partner-to-complete-it/ #Opinion #I5Bridge #OregonLegislature #TransportationCrisis #LightRail #WSDOT #ODOT #ClarkCounty #ColumbiaRiverCrossing #Infrastructure #IBR
US Supreme Court limits injunctions, allows President Trump to act on birthright citizenship ban
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 #BirthrightCitizenship #14thAmendment #AmyConeyBarrett #SoniaSotomayor #TrumpAdministration #USPolitics #Judiciary #ImmigrationPolicy
Opinion: Governments should protect workers, end cozy relationship with political allies
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 #WashingtonPolicyCenter #SB5041 #LaborPolicy #UnionDues #WorkerRights #PublicEmployees #Opinion
City of Battle Ground announces speed limit reductions on multiple city streets
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 #SpeedLimitUpdate #PublicWorks #RadarSigns #Resolution2503 #TransportationPlanning #GraceAvenue #EatonBoulevard #SafeStreets
New name is not the only thing new at Cascades Amphitheater
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 #LiveNation #VIPconcerts #ConcertFood #PacificNorthwest #SummerConcertSeries #HalseyTour #TicketDeals
What’s next for Washington’s challenge to Trump’s birthright citizenship order?
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-order/ #TrumpExecutiveOrder #BirthrightCitizenship #NickBrown #ImmigrationLaw #WashingtonState #SCOTUS #NationwideInjunction #9thCircuit #FederalCourts #JohnCoughenour
Opinion: ‘The precious right of citizenship’
Lars Larson says America is making history by ending birthright citizenship for the children of illegal immigrants, thanks to new Supreme Court decisions and an executive order from President Trump. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-the-precious-right-of-citizenship/ #LarsLarson #Opinion #BirthrightCitizenship #SupremeCourt #TrumpExecutiveOrder #ImmigrationLaw #FourteenthAmendment #DemocratParty #USPolitics #Columns
Application period now open for 2026 Historical Promotion Grants
Nonprofits and public organizations in Clark County can now apply for the 2026 Historical Promotion Grants, which fund efforts to preserve and interpret local history. Applications are due by Sept. 1. Details: https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/application-period-now-open-for-2026-historical-promotion-grants/ #ClarkCounty #HistoricalGrants #Preservation #LocalHistory #NonprofitSupport #Education #CommunityPlanning #HistoricPreservation #GrantOpportunity #PublicFunding
POLL: What should lawmakers prioritize to avoid a budget shortfall by 2027?
This week’s Clark County Today poll asks readers what lawmakers should prioritize to prevent a projected budget deficit in Washington — from cutting spending to rebalancing programs or raising taxes again. Cast your vote now: https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-what-should-lawmakers-prioritize-to-avoid-a-budget-shortfall-by-2027/ #WashingtonPolitics #BudgetShortfall #Poll #Opinion #StateSpending #WAleg #TaxPolicy #FiscalReform #PublicInput #2027Forecast
OSPI remains defiant as federal funding for Washington state schools is at risk
Washington’s top education official, Chris Reykdal, is standing firm on OSPI’s transgender inclusion policies, even as federal scrutiny and funding threats loom. The Trump administration alleges Title IX violations, and over $56 million in school funding may be at risk. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/ospi-remains-defiant-as-federal-funding-for-washington-state-schools-is-at-risk/ #OSPI #ChrisReykdal #TitleIX #TransgenderPolicy #TrumpAdministration #FederalFunding #WashingtonSchools #HouseBill1296 #Initiative2081 #EducationNews