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Varsity360: Bringing sports photography into focus with Taylor Balkom

What goes into getting that perfect sports photo? Columbian photographer Taylor Balkom shares some of his favorite photos and gives advice... 1 week ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-07 00:06:04

Clark County could get $11.4 million from the state for water quality projects

The latest round of proposed funding from the state Department of Ecology, announced Wednesday, could see $11.4 million in grants awarded to... 24 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-07 00:06:02

One death connected to freezing temperatures in Clark County in past two weeks

One person died during Clark County's recent spate of cold weather, according to Clark County Public Health. 13 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-06 23:06:02

Letter: Reject Vancouver school levy

Vancouver Public Schools is asking voters for money for physical facility work. But, in total, VPS is already getting more money from... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-06 14:06:02

Washington State University Vancouver hosts free workshops on paying for college Free

Washington State University Vancouver is hosting four free workshops for prospective students and families to learn about paying for... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-06 14:06:02

Boys Basketball Roundup: King’s Way beats Fort Vancouver for key win in playoff chase Updated 5 hours ago

King's Way Christian boys basketball earned a key win in the chase for the Class 1A Trico League's final postseason berth, beating Fort... 5 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-06 07:06:01

Vancouver man arrested in fatal shooting of Portland man found in Ariel

A Vancouver man was booked Tuesday into the Cowlitz County Jail in connection with the November fatal shooting of a 46-year-old Portland man... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-06 01:06:01

Car carrier causes backup on state Highway 14

A car carrier semitruck went off the road Wednesday morning on state Highway 14 west of Lieser Road in Vancouver, backing up traffic during... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-06 01:06:01

Vancouver Mall skin care store owner accused of trying to scam 75-year-old woman out of $50,000, say court documents

The owner of a skin care store formerly at Vancouver Mall is charged with attempted theft after police say he tried to convince a... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-06 00:06:01

Jane Weber Arboretum Second Saturday Work Party

The Second Saturday Work Party at Jane Weber Evergreen Arboretum is 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 8 at 9215 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver. 15 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-05 21:06:01

$5,000 reward offered in case of rabbits shot by blow darts in central Vancouver Updated 4 hours ago

An animal advocacy organization is offering a $5000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for... 4 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-04 20:06:01

Cold weather will continue in Clark County with a chance of snow tonight in Vancouver

Clark County woke up to slick roads and freezing temperatures this morning. And Southwest Washington can expect more of the same, with some... 21 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-04 15:06:02

Vancouver bank robbery suspect facing charges in Battle Ground credit union robbery Updated 20 hours ago

A Ridgefield man is facing a second robbery charge after investigators say they connected him to a Jan. 10 robbery at a credit union in... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-04 12:06:02

Man serving prison time in Oregon appears in Clark County court for charges connected to 1998 Vancouver case

A man serving prison time in Oregon appeared Monday in Clark County Superior Court to face rape, burglary and kidnapping charges stemming... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-04 01:06:01

Bystander rescues driver from burning car in I-205 in Clark County Updated 8 hours ago

A bystander pulled a driver out of a burning vehicle on Interstate 205 early Sunday morning, according to the Vancouver Fire Department. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-04 00:06:02

Valentine Card-Making Workshop

Dandelion Teahouse and Apothecary will host a Valentine card making workshop at 5:30 p.m. Feb. 7. Attend a fun, relaxing evening of crafting Valentines... 13 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-03 23:06:03

Vancouver police ask for help finding missing, endangered teen Updated 3 hours ago

Vancouver police are asking for the public's help to find a missing and endangered teen who ran away Jan. 24 from a group home in east... 4 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-03 20:06:01

Letter: Lane removal has drawbacks

On Dec. 18, 2024, I was pleased to read that Clark County Auditor Greg Kimsey had certified the ballot initiative that would require voter... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-03 14:06:01

Large number of families, children stay at winter shelter next to Vancouver elementary school Updated 1 hour ago

Since the city of Vancouver opened a winter shelter next to an elementary school in mid-December, it's been packed with an unexpectedly high... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-03 14:06:01

In the Community: Three Vancouver Little Leagues still have registration open

While many local Little League baseball and softball teams have registration open through January, a few others are open longer. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-02 12:06:02

Vancouver’s Vintage Books celebrates a storied half-century amid evolving industry Subscriber Exclusive

Vintage Books will celebrate its 50th anniversary this month but Becky Milner, the owner of the Vancouver bookstore, said she never intended... 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-01 14:06:02

Donnelly: Vancouver streets initiative should go to voters

The city of Vancouver violated its charter when the city attorney declared invalid the Save Vancouver Streets petition initiative requiring... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-01 14:06:01

Top Stories: Jaggy Road Park fatal shooting, C-Tran and light rail, Woodland man charged in fatal hit-and-run

Here are some of the top stories of the week on columbian.com. Wondering what else was popular this week with readers? 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-01 14:06:01

Check It Out: Cooped up in Vancouver

Are you longing to own chickens? The city of Vancouver allows residents with a permit to have hens — but no roosters... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2025-02-01 14:06:01