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Vancouver Police Department boosts hiring efforts amid struggles to recruit, retain officers

On a recent Thursday, three Vancouver police officers stood around a table at a law enforcement hiring fair near Portland. 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-23 14:06:01

'Clark County Focus' eyes growth, rail plans

Tune into CVTV 11:15 a.m. today (Channel 21) or at 9 p.m. today (Channel 23) for the latest episode of “Clark County Focus.” 23 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-23 13:06:01

Port of Vancouver Board District 1 - Port of Vancouver - 2023 Primary Election

See race details for Port of Vancouver Board District 1 for the 2023 Primary Election. 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-23 12:06:01

Letter: WA Cares can help

It's frustrating to see the focus on what's not perfect about the new worker benefit, WA Cares, instead of helping folks understand the... 3 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-22 00:06:01

3-day regatta at Vancouver Lake makes splash

Vancouver Lake's normally still waters will be churning with activity this weekend. More than 2,000 rowers from across the Northwest have... 8 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-20 04:06:02

Late flurry of candidates closes out filing week for fall Clark County elections Updated 13 hours ago

Friday marked the final day of filing week for local primary races in Clark County with a flurry of last-second additions to the ballot. 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-20 03:06:01

Vancouver Police: Man injured in attack at Esther Short Park

A man reportedly suffered a head injury after he was beaten by teenagers with skateboards Tuesday afternoon at Esther Short Park. 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-20 01:06:01

Vancouver man sentenced to more than 9 years in vehicular homicide Updated 22 hours ago

A Vancouver man was sentenced Friday to more than 9? years in prison for hitting and killing a Vancouver motorcyclist with his SUV in April... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-20 00:06:01

I-5 standoff with Kelso man in ambulance ends peacefully

Law enforcement responded to Interstate 5 in Vancouver late Thursday night for a report of a standoff with a Kelso man in an ambulance. 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-19 15:06:01

Vital Statistics

Alexis Marie Seubert, 26, Vancouver, and Matthew Edward McQuillan, 31, Vancouver. 23 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-19 13:06:02

Brunch is boffo at Vancouver’s Cecilia Subscriber Exclusive

The owners of Amaro's Table recently opened a brunch spot in the space formerly occupied by Lapellah and then Saap in Vancouver. 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-19 13:06:01

Clark County health inspections, May 8-13

For more information, call Clark County Public Health at 564-397-8428 or visit www.clark.wa.gov/public-health/restaurant-inspection. 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-19 13:06:01

Try This: Hazel Dell Parade of Bands; 'Honk!'

The 57th annual Hazel Dell Parade of Bands returns with 25 bands, floats and classic cars at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, starting at Clark County... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-19 12:06:02

State Legislature OKs $3.5M for Port of Vancouver’s Terminal 1 project

The Port of Vancouver's Terminal 1 Public Market is one step closer to reality after the Washington Legislature allocated $3.5 million for... 12 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-19 00:06:01

‘Gone but not forgotten’: Clark County Law Enforcement Memorial honors Brown, Sahota Updated 20 hours ago

Clark County sheriff's sergeant, Vancouver police officer among 14 fallen officers honored at 2021-22 ceremony. 13 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-18 23:06:01

Trial delayed for former Vancouver woman held since 2015 in deadly Las Vegas Strip crash

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Trial was delayed Thursday for a former Vancouver woman who has been in custody in state psychiatric facilities for more... 15 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-18 21:06:01

Flex industrial buildings in plans for east Vancouver’s Section 30 Updated 12 hours ago

Development of east Vancouver's Section 30 may be continuing soon, as one company recently submitted its pre-planning application to the... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-18 14:06:01

Tribal dancer takes charge of Clark College powwow event Updated 1 day ago

At a powwow earlier this month in Portland, Ed Wulf appeared in full regalia to dance. At a powwow this weekend in Vancouver,... 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-18 14:06:01

Vancouver Symphony Orchestra to conclude season with premiere of conductor Brotons’ latest work

Vancouver Symphony Orchestra conductor Salvador Brotons will premiere his latest work, “Sacra,” this weekend. 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-18 14:06:01

Fire at Georgia-Pacific paper mill in Camas prompts two-alarm response

A fire inside a paper machine prompted a two-alarm fire response Wednesday afternoon at the Georgia-Pacific paper mill in Camas. 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-18 01:06:01

Vital Statistics

Marriage Licenses. Aaron Edward Tabacco, 51, Camas, and Karl John Otto, 52, Camas. Alex Ketric Gallawa, 22, Battle Ground, and Alexandra... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-18 00:06:01

Washington Department of Commerce sends $5M to Lincoln Place 2

The Vancouver Housing Authority recently received an influx of funding from the Washington Department of Commerce for the development of... 5 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-18 00:06:01

Vancouver OKs $12M purchase of Library Square transit site

The Vancouver City Council approved without discussion the purchase and donation of Library Square — the grassy field south of the Vancouver... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-17 03:06:02

Humane Society in Vancouver helps pets of low-income people, those experiencing homelessness

While most Clark County residents were turning on their coffee pots or taking their dogs for their morning walk, Laura Jean Skiles trailed... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-05-17 00:06:01