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U.S. Transportation Secretary Buttigieg touts Washougal train project

WASHOUGAL — Against the backdrop of the gray Columbia River on an overcast Friday morning, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-08 12:06:01

Motorcyclist killed in June crash identified

The Clark County Medical Examiner's Office identified a 22-year-old Vancouver man as the motorcyclist killed in a June 29 crash in the... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-08 12:06:01

19-year-old Portland man killed in Brush Prairie crash

The Clark County Medical Examiner's Office identified a 19-year-old Portland man as the motorcyclist killed in a June 1 crash in Brush... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-08 12:06:01

Judge sets Ridgefield man's bail at $2M in strangulation death of wife

A judge set bail at $2 million Friday for a 72-year-old Ridgefield man accused of strangling his 80-year-old wife to death in their home. 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-08 01:06:01

Clark County health inspections, June 23-30

For more information, call Clark County Public Health at 564-397-8428 or visit www.clark.wa.gov/public-health/restaurant-inspection. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-08 00:06:01

Driver suffering medical emergency dies after crashing into a tree in Vancouver

A driver died Thursday after apparently suffering a medical emergency and crashing into a tree in central Vancouver. 1 hour ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-07 23:06:02

Washington lands commissioner visits Tunnel Five Fire in Columbia River Gorge; containment at 20%

Washington Public Lands commissioner and candidate for governor Hilary Franz visited the Tunnel Five Fire site and met with firefighters on... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-07 15:06:01

Farm to Heart: CSA offers free fresh food for families in Clark County

On a recent Wednesday afternoon, 30 families visited Fruit Valley Elementary to pick up free fruit, vegetables, eggs and meat provided by 19... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-07 14:06:01

Mount St. Helens Back Country Horsemen work to make happy trails for all

COUGAR — Driving up a steep two-lane road, Judy Smith's truck grumbled and moaned under the weight of her extended cab and horse trailer. 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-07 14:06:01

Letter: The problem with fireworks

This is the problem: we have restricted rules for fireworks with a $500 penalty in the city of Vancouver. If you feel there is an issue you... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-07 13:06:02

Vice Beer plans 'A Little Vice' – a tiny downtown Vancouver taphouse

A new taphouse from Vancouver brewery Vice Beer is opening in downtown Vancouver at 701 Main St. on July 14. 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-07 13:06:01

Letter: Keep the peace by quieting cars

I read the front-page story about the effects of fireworks noise on pets (“Fourth lights up terror in dogs,” The Columbian, July 4). 23 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-07 13:06:01

Bridge work on I-5 near La Center on Friday will cause long northbound delays Free

Work to install steel plates on the East Fork Lewis River Bridge on Interstate 5 near La Center will occur from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday The... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-07 12:06:02

Vancouver City Council finalizes tourism plan

Just in time for the summer swarm of tourists, the city of Vancouver has finalized a 25-page tourism plan designed to attract visitors to... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-07 12:06:01

Tunnel Five Fire in Columbia River Gorge still at 5% containment; evacuation levels expand

More personnel arrived in the Columbia River Gorge on Wednesday to fight the Tunnel Five Fire, which is holding steady in size,... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-07 12:06:01

Driver arrested in Ridgefield crash that seriously injured bicyclist

A bicyclist was taken to an area hospital with serious injuries Tuesday after they were struck by a pickup near Ridgefield. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-07 12:06:01

Larch Corrections Center employees talk education, work programs during town hall to keep facility open

BATTLE GROUND — Larch Corrections Center staff highlighted the facility's education and work programs — most notably, its partnership with... 17 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-07 07:06:01

Man accused of firing shots that wounded neighbor in east Vancouver

A man was arrested on domestic violence allegations after reportedly firing shots that wounded a neighbor during a disturbance Wednesday... 12 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-07 00:06:01

Camas Planning Commission OKs zoning changes for the North Shore near Lacamas Lake

Camas is poised to finalize a new set of zoning and design standards meant to distinguish the soon-to-be-developed 990-acre North Shore from... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-07 00:06:01

'Forever chemicals' found in Clark Public Utilities well water

Clark Public Utilities found trace amounts of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly dubbed “forever chemicals,” in an offline water... 13 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-06 23:06:01

Camp Spark for blind youth teaches sports, exercise as 'catalyst for greater independence'

SANDY, Ore. — “Ready? On three, we're going to push off with our left foot, OK? One, two, three, push down! Good, we got it!” 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-06 14:06:01

Clark County permit office changing its hours

Clark County Public Works' permit office is changing its hours of operation. Beginning July 17, the office will be open from 7-11:30 a.m.... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-06 13:06:01

Clark County Public Health outlines key environmental goals

Clark County Environmental Public Health outlined its goals during the Board of Health's June 28 meeting. Dr. Alan Melnick, director of... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-06 12:06:01

Fireworks spark six fires in Clark County

Fireworks sparked six fires and caused nearly $1 million in damage in unincorporated Clark County for the Fourth of July holiday,... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-06 03:06:02