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Summer jobs picture upbeat for Clark County teens

Teen employment in Clark County has been on the decline for years but not anymore — good news for teens wanting to earn some money this... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-18 13:06:02

Try this: Spring Makers Market, Vancouver Chocolate, Coffee and Tea Fair, 'Common Ground'

Dennis' 7 Dees Vancouver Garden Center, 10006 Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver, is hosting a Spring Makers Market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-18 13:06:02

Clark County Council pushes to provide more 'middle housing,' aiming to increase access to homeownership

As part of a long effort to create a greater variety of housing options with potential for smaller, more affordable homes, the Clark County... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-18 13:06:02

C-Tran approves Vine extension to connect Vancouver Mall and Fisher's Landing transit centers

C-Tran officials approved an extension of its Fourth Plain Boulevard bus rapid transit line known as The Vine. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-18 00:06:02

Single Seniors at the Vancouver Farmer's Market – Events

Single Seniors will meet near Esther Short Park to enjoy the Farmer's Market together starting at 11 a.m. April 20. For more information call 360-892-8944. 13 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-17 23:06:01

Evergreen schools Superintendent John Boyd will retire as of June 30

Evergreen Public Schools Superintendent John Boyd announced Wednesday he will retire from his position effective June 30. 18 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-17 18:06:01

Letter: Clark County elections are reliable

Rob Anderson of Reform Clark County is gathering signatures for an initiative titled The Restore Election Confidence Initiative for the... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-17 13:06:02

Fort Vancouver Antique Equipment Association – Events

The next meeting of the Fort Vancouver Antique Equipment Association is 5:30 p.m. April 19 at Old Town Burger & Breakfast, 813 W. Main St., Battle Ground. 6 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-17 06:06:01

Hough Foundation Fundraiser at Chuck E. Cheese – Events

The Hough Foundation is hosting a fundraiser from 3 to 9 p.m. April 19 at Chuck E. Cheese, 7721 N.E. Vancouver Plaza Drive, Vancouver. Chuck E. Cheese will... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-17 01:06:01

Kitty Can't Whistle at Georgie's Garage and Grill – Events

Kitty Can't Whistle will perform covers of Norah Jones songs, jazz standard and Beatles tunes from 5 to 8 p.m. April 19 at Georgie's Garage and Grill,... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-16 12:06:01

Man arrested in Vancouver on Portland murder warrants

A man was arrested Friday in Vancouver in connection with an April 1 homicide in Portland's Hazelwood neighborhood. 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-16 00:06:02

Woman suspected of role in carjacking spree that ended with Clark County sheriff's deputies fatally shooting another ...

A woman suspected of being involved in the Saturday carjacking spree that ended with Clark County sheriff's deputies fatally shooting... 24 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-16 00:06:01

Vancouver-based BowFlex sold for $37.5 million

A federal bankruptcy court has approved the sale of Vancouver-based BowFlex to Johnson Health Tech Retail for $37.5 million. 14 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-15 22:06:02

Fundraiser at Beaches Restaurant for Watershed Alliance – Events

Mention the Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington on April 18 at Beaches Restaurant & Bar, 1919 SE Columbia River Drive, Vancouver, and half of the... 6 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-15 18:06:01

Vancouver man sentenced to a year and a day for WSU robbery

PULLMAN — A Vancouver man was sentenced to just over a year in prison for a robbery on Washington State University's campus in July. 19 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-15 17:06:02

Man dead in shooting involving Clark County sheriff's deputies in Salmon Creek

A man was killed in a shooting involving deputies Saturday at the Salmon Creek American Legion on Northeast 20th Avenue, the Clark County... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-15 00:06:01

Fire burns entrance to The Columbian building in downtown Vancouver

Firefighters responded to a fire outside The Columbian on Saturday morning that burned a tree and part of the exterior of the building. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-14 00:06:01

WorkSource Health Care Hiring Event – Events

WorkSource Vancouver, 204 S.E. Stonemill Drive, Suite 215, Vancouver, is hosting a health care-focused hiring event from 10 a.m. to noon April 17. 20 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-12 16:06:01

Main Street icon gets an otherworldly makeover as 3 Howls moves into former Mint Tea house

I recently noticed a peculiar sight on Main Street. The sprawling house that formerly housed Casa Grande, Mint Tea and Pho Haven was painted... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-12 13:06:02

Clark County Sheriff's Office investigating armed robberies in Salmon Creek, Orchards

The Clark County Sheriff's Office is investigating multiple armed robberies at stores in Salmon Creek and Orchards. 3 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-12 12:06:01

Work Party at Jane Weber Arboretum – Events

Join the Second Saturday Work Party at from 10 a.m. to noon April 13 at the Jane Weber Evergreen Arboretum, 9215 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver. 5 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-11 19:06:02

After 30 years, Leadership Clark County contributes, continues to evolve

Leadership Clark County has trained hundreds of leaders in the community in its 30 years in operation. Many of these folks have gone on to... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-11 13:06:02

PeaceHealth nurses announce plan to picket outside hospital April 18

Nurses at PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver will picket outside the hospital April 18. 1 week ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-11 12:06:03

Vancouver Public Schools students protest budget cuts

Students from five high schools led another walkout Tuesday to protest the $35 million in budget cuts approved last month by Vancouver... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-10 13:06:01