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Fort Vancouver Garden Photo Gallery

Volunteer Cheryl Riley works at the entrance to the Fort Vancouver National Historic Site garden as visitors take in the view on Tuesday... 5 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-26 19:06:01

Four Days of Aloha, July 25-28

Four Days of Aloha is a celebration of Hawaiian arts and culture starting at Clark College with hula and craft workshops from 9 a.m. to 3:30... 5 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-26 19:06:01

In Our View: Carrying a torch for Vancouver and America

It is amazing — and inspiring — to think that a graduate of Prairie High School will have the world's attention in the coming days. 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-26 13:06:01

Vancouver parks to feature pop-up arboretums Updated 9 hours ago

Many stroll through downtown Vancouver's Esther Short Park on a daily basis, taking in the busy playground or a game of Frisbee on the lawn. 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-26 13:06:01

“Concert in the Park” at Vancouver Elks Lodge

Vancouver Elks Lodge #823, 11605 S.E. McGillivray Blvd., Vancouver will offer live music in its grassy back yard from 2 to 10 p.m. July 27. 12 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-26 00:06:02

Double homicide in Central Vancouver Photo Gallery

Bystanders embrace as first responders work at the scene after a shooting left two people dead in central Vancouver on Thursday morning,... 6 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-25 18:06:02

Clark County car enthusiasts are stocking this summer with cruise-ins and shows Updated 13 hours ago

Car shows and cruise-ins have been a staple of Clark County summers since the 1950s, when high school students began “cruising the gut” down... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-25 13:06:02

Clark County Public Works open house to focus on work planned for 182nd Avenue Free Updated 12 hours ago

Clark County Public Works will host an open house on upcoming work planned for Northeast 182nd Avenue from 6-8 p.m. Aug. 12 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-25 00:06:01

International Air and Hospitality Academy in Vancouver will close its doors at the end of the year Updated 1 day ago

The International Air and Hospitality Academy in Vancouver will close all affiliated schools and programs at the end of the year,... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-24 00:06:01

Despite early start, Vancouver schools, teachers union still negotiating as end of contract approaches Subscriber Exclusive Updated 1 day ago

At the end of August, the Vancouver Education Association's contract will expire with Vancouver Public Schools. Southwest Washington's... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-24 00:06:01

The drive comes alive with mural stretching along I-5 overpass in downtown Vancouver Updated 2 days ago

Vibrant and colorful Pacific Northwest native flowers, fruits, animals and more decorate the East Evergreen Boulevard Interstate 5 overpass. 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-23 00:06:01

Clark County Council decides against a levy to support sheriff’s office for November ballot Updated 4 hours ago

Voters will not see a Clark County-sponsored law enforcement levy on the ballot this fall to accompany one from the city of Vancouver. 2 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-22 22:06:01

Speed a factor in motorcycle crash that killed Vancouver man, according to Washington State Patrol Updated 1 hour ago

A Vancouver man died at PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center after a two vehicle crash in the Orchards area, according to the Washington... 21 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-22 15:06:01

TOPS Vancouver 954

Take Off Pounds Sensibly Chapter 954 meets every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Minnehaha Church of Christ, 3217 N.E. 54th St. For... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-22 00:06:02

Vancouver’s first charter school: Program is Rooted in promise

Vancouver's first public charter school, Rooted Vancouver, opened its doors last fall with an ambitious goal: to see its students graduate... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-20 13:06:01

Clark County history: Law enforcement in Vancouver started with a single marshal

There seems to be a gap between Vancouver's 1857 incorporation and any official call for law enforcement. Policing wasn't high on the city... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-20 13:06:01

Raising Cain: Vancouver’s Cain Elizondo Jr., 14, punches his way to top of national boxing rankings Updated 14 hours ago

Vancouver's Cain Elizondo Jr. has become one of the nation's best young boxers. Since March, he has held the No. 1 ranking in USA Boxing's... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-20 13:06:01

Minnehaha Hi-School Marketplace to close, ending chain’s presence in Vancouver

Hi-School Pharmacy's roots in Vancouver stretch back to the early 1900s, when High School Store opened across the street from Vancouver High... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-20 13:06:01

Downtown Vancouver businesses wary as unsanctioned Cruise the Couve looms Subscriber Exclusive

Businesses are revving up for drivers and spectators to flock to downtown Vancouver for an annual cruise along Main Street. 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-19 13:06:01

Vancouver man guilty of murder in fatal shooting of his former girlfriend Updated 1 day ago

A Clark County Superior Court jury found a Vancouver man guilty of murder Wednesday in the shooting of his former girlfriend after less than... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-18 12:06:02

Vancouver-based biotechnology company CytoDyn settles lawsuit for $12M

Vancouver-based biotechnology company CytoDyn has reached a $12 million settlement with its former research contractor Amarex Clinical... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-17 13:06:01

Vancouver City Council considers zoning district to protect city’s mobile home parks Updated 1 hour ago

The city of Vancouver is considering more short-term zoning changes to increase the city's housing options, most notably a mobile home park... 23 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-17 01:06:01

Clark Public Utilities candidates talk about nuclear power, metering, broadband Updated 2 days ago

Three Vancouverites are in the running for a six-year term on the Clark Public Utilities board, with a primary election set for Aug. 6. 5 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-17 00:06:02

Vancouver City Council puts tax increase to fund more police on November ballot Updated 1 day ago

The Vancouver City Council unanimously agreed Monday night to ask voters in November to approve a levy lid lift to fund more than 100 new... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-07-17 00:06:01