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Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools receives Cowlitz Tribal Foundation grant

VANCOUVER — The Cowlitz Tribal Foundation recently awarded the Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools a $125000 grant, which will be used... 23 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-24 13:06:02

3rd District Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez says voting record refutes claims she's 'woke'

Woke.” “Extremist.” “Radical.” These are all words that Joe Kent — Republican candidate to lead Washington's 3rd Congressional District next... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-24 12:06:02

Vancouver man sentenced to 20 years in beating death at Salmon Creek-area motel

A Vancouver man was sentenced Friday to 20 years in prison for the January beating death of another man in a Salmon Creek-area motel. 3 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-24 12:06:02

Vancouver lawyer who argued state's hit-and-run law unconstitutional now facing hit-and-run charge

A Vancouver defense attorney who has previously challenged the constitutionality of the state's hit-and-run laws is now facing the charge... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-24 00:06:02

Redesign of Woodland Interstate 5 exit will start in September

WOODLAND — The city's long-term transportation plan aims to improve traffic flow as Woodland and areas nearby in Clark and Cowlitz counties... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-24 00:06:02

Clash over LBGTQ+ decor at Starbucks leads to planned strikes at more than 150 stores in days ahead

Workers at more than 150 Starbucks locations across the country are planning to go on strike as the coffee chain and a union representing... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-24 00:06:02

Krisey's Kitchen offers southern comfort in Vancouver

After years of begging the Food Pod Gods to grace Vancouver with a cluster of good food trucks, it seems my prayers have been answered. 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-24 00:06:01

7.5 million 'Baby Shark' bath toys recalled after multiple laceration and impalement injuries

WASHINGTON (AP) — About 7.5 million singing and swimming “Baby Shark” bath toys are being recalled after multiple impalements,... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-23 15:06:01

Washougal educator credits support of teachers as she receives regional honors

In the nine years Donna Schatz has been a teacher, the world of education has expanded and adapted to an almost unending list of obstacles. 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-23 14:06:01

Letter: Thanks for waterfront

Kudos to the developers of the Vancouver waterfront. Great place to walk a dog and enjoy the river. 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-23 13:06:01

Ridgefield mulls tax increment financing to pay for infrastructure

A tax increment financing proposal from the city of Ridgefield could give the city millions of dollars to build needed infrastructure and... 21 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-23 03:06:01

Pilot, 4 passengers of the Titan submersible are dead, U.S. Coast Guard says

A submersible carrying five people to the Titanic imploded near the site of the shipwreck and killed everyone on board, authorities said... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-23 00:06:02

Could a public defender's office be next for Clark County?

Clark County's indigent defense system may be in line for an overhaul. The county council reviewed options for continuing to contract out... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-23 00:06:02

Clark County COVID-19 case, hospitalization rates rise

Clark County's COVID-19 case rate and new hospitalization rate both rose this week in the latest data from Clark County Public Health. 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-23 00:06:02

Vancouver cat behaviorist helps ‘guardians’ get purr-fectly in tune with kitties Subscriber Exclusive

If dogs charm us with their transparent desires, then perhaps cats are beloved because they're so mysterious. Why do they do the odd and... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-22 14:06:01

Weather Eye: Pleasant summer weather will continue until further notice

Summer arrived Wednesday along with typical sunny skies and pleasant afternoon temperatures in the 70s. That is what we could call “normal”... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-22 13:06:01

Port of Vancouver wins $601K grant to boost water quality Free

The Port of Vancouver's received $601375 in grant funding to improve water quality for its terminal stormwater facilities and adjacent water... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-22 13:06:01

Service for late Vancouver Public Schools teacher Adam Joy set for June 30 Free

A celebration of life event for the late Adam Joy, a longtime teacher in Vancouver Public Schools, will be held at 5 p.m. June 30 at the... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-22 13:06:01

Try This: Tacos in the Park; circus at the mall; music in the Gorge

The Tacos in the Park festival runs Friday through Sunday in Esther Short Park, 605 Esther St., Vancouver. The event features tacos,... 23 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-22 13:06:01

Open House Ministries gains $1M grant to support affordable housing

Open House Ministries will receive $1 million to bolster local affordable housing. On Wednesday, nonprofit foundation M.J. Murdock... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-22 12:06:01

Tacoma man identified in fatal house fire north of Frenchman's Bar

The Clark County Medical Examiner's Office identified a 74-year-old Tacoma man as the person who was found dead in a June 8 house fire north... 12 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-22 00:06:01

Vancouver man gets 7.5 years in beating that left victim with brain injuries

A Vancouver man was sentenced Wednesday to 7? years in prison for his involvement in an April 2022 beating that left a man with a fractured... 12 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-22 00:06:01

Clark County ordered to pay $600K in discrimination lawsuit

A federal jury on Tuesday ordered Clark County to pay $600000 to three Latino former Public Works employees over years of racial... 12 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-22 00:06:01

Vancouver accepting applications for Affordable Housing Fund

The city of Vancouver is accepting applications for its Affordable Housing Fund, which will award $1.7 million to projects to address... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-06-22 00:06:01