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Living on the edge: Clark County's high rents leave many vulnerable renters on verge of homelessness

Judy Laughery opened her internet browser, and a poll popped up on her screen. 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-06 12:06:01

Mega Millions players spurned again as jackpot climbs to $1.55 billion

Another Mega Millions drawing, another night without a jackpot winner. The numbers drawn Friday night were: 11, 30, 45, 52, 56 and the gold... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-06 00:06:02

Clark County Fair leaps into action

Sylvia Wood paused on a bench and took it all in. The Ferris wheel peeked over the concession stands' canvas roof, the scent of barbecue and... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-06 00:06:02

Prosecutors ask judge to issue protective order after Trump post appearing to promise revenge

The Justice Department has asked a federal judge overseeing the criminal case against former President Donald Trump in Washington to step in... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-06 00:06:02

Would rent control solve affordable housing crisis?

In her early 30s, Sharon Pevey of Vancouver paid $225 monthly for a three-bedroom, two-bath duplex with a couple of fireplaces and full... 3 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-06 00:06:02

Camas skaters, boarders, BMXers rolling again in remodeled park

Crowds packed inside the newly remodeled Riverside Bowl Skatepark in Camas on July 27 to get the first look at the park's newly remodeled... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-05 14:06:02

Washougal Airbnb host honored as state's most hospitable

A Washougal resident has been named the most hospitable Airbnb host in Washington. Erika Leavitt began renting the two-bedroom “Little Creek... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-05 14:06:02

‘It’s Where the Music Is’: Clark County’s open mic nights bring performers and listeners together Subscriber Exclusive

Serious music fans will pay a premium for concert tickets, drive for hours and brave surging crowds to catch the merest glimpse of their... 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-05 14:06:02

Top Stories: Columbia Palisades, Rey Reynold investigation, Gustav's new owner

Here are the top stories on columbian.com this week: 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-05 13:06:02

Greater Vancouver Chamber honors young entrepreneur

VANCOUVER — Brielle Stuart, owner of Brielle's Marvelous Candles, has been named winner of the 2023 Southwest Washington's Lemonade Day... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-05 13:06:02

Billions spent on hatcheries, habitat fails to help native Columbia River salmon, study finds Free

Decades of data show that despite billions in taxpayer investment, salmon and steelhead hatchery programs and restoration projects in the... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-05 12:06:01

Woman dies after vehicle crashes into Vancouver house

One person and a pet died Thursday evening after a vehicle crashed into a house at 2607 Unander Ave. in west Vancouver. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-05 00:06:02

Explore these 5 bike trails in or near Clark County

If you enjoy taking in scenery while on two smoothly spinning wheels, check out these five paved bicycle trails in or near Clark County. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-05 00:06:01

Lawmakers, business leaders rally in Vancouver in support of child care

Southwest Washington business leaders, educators and legislators converged in Vancouver early Friday morning to rally in support of early... 16 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-04 20:06:01

Gardens of healing: Caring for plants part of veterans’ therapy, training at Vancouver VA Campus

Five years ago, between the memorials for Vietnam War, Korean War and Merchant Marine veterans in the southwest corner of the VA Portland... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-04 14:06:01

Friends of Vancouver Community Library hosts Art4Art fundraiser

Since 2016, the Art4Art fundraiser hosted by Friends of the Vancouver Community Library has brought the community together through... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-04 13:06:02

Vancouver Housing Authority makes air conditioning a priority in facilities housing low-income seniors

Air conditioning, once considered an extravagance in the Pacific Northwest, is quickly becoming a necessity as summer temperatures rise. 23 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-04 13:06:01

Vancouver-based ZoomInfo stock takes hit on report

Amid revised revenue expectations and struggling clients, Vancouver-based ZoomInfo's stock took a hit after the company released its... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-04 12:06:01

Arizona in talks to join Big 12; Big Ten discussing membership with Oregon, Washington

Washington State Jake Dickert speaks at the NCAA college football Pac-12 media day. Friday, July 21, 2023, in Las Vegas. 20 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-04 04:06:01

Vancouver Fire Department helps extinguish Hayden Island fire

The Vancouver Fire Department helped extinguish a two-alarm wildland fire Wednesday evening on Hayden Island. 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-04 02:06:01

Educators come to Vancouver to learn how to teach project-based science curriculum

Don Pringle was having some trouble getting control of his classroom. As he stood at the front of the room, patiently counting down from... 23 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-04 01:06:01

‘Severe violator’: Dollar Tree fined again for breaking worker safety rules Free

Dollar Tree is a recurring violator of Washington's worker safety regulations and is getting hit with financial penalties as a result,... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-04 00:06:02

State grant aids Clark County landowners in repair of salmon habitat

BATTLE GROUND — Washington's endangered salmon rely on rivers and creeks for spawning and rearing, and now private landowners can be at the... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-04 00:06:02

Vital Statistics

Brittany Warner, 31, Vancouver, and Dustin Brown, 27, Vancouver. Casie May Gosney, 36, Vancouver, and Alvaro Cirilo Resendiz Acevedo, 42,... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-08-04 00:06:02