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Woodland School District prepares to cut staff after levy failure

WOODLAND — With a gap in the budget thanks to 2023's failed levy and the end of federal COVID-19 relief funds, the Woodland School Board is... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-03 12:06:01

Clark County Newcomers Club Monthly Coffee – Events

Clark County Newcomers Club mission is to provide a network for fostering friendships in an atmosphere of mutual respect and to support... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-03 02:06:02

Portland man accused of driving drunk in crash that killed Woodland man

A Portland man is accused of driving drunk during a crash that killed his passenger in February 2023 at state Highway 500 and Interstate... 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-03 02:06:02

Whistleblower Josh Dean of Boeing supplier Spirit AeroSystems has died

Joshua Dean, a former quality auditor at Boeing supplier Spirit AeroSystems and one of the first whistleblowers to allege Spirit leadership... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-03 00:06:02

Mosaic art by James 'Jimmy' Payne, who struggled with homelessness, celebrated in Vancouver exhibit

James “Jimmy” Payne told his sister multiple times throughout his life that when he died his artwork would become famous. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-03 00:06:02

'What do we got to pay for this?' Jurors in Trump hush money trial hear recording of pivotal call

NEW YORK (AP) — Jurors in the hush money trial of Donald Trump heard a recording Thursday of him discussing with his then-lawyer and... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-03 00:06:02

Wine and Paint Night at Confluence Winery – Events

Confluence Winery will host a Sip and Paint Night from 6 to 8:30 p.m. May 9 at 19111 N.W. 67th Ave., Ridgefield. Artist Elida Field will guide attendees... 5 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-03 00:06:02

Inslee has 60 days to decide on controversial Horse Heaven wind farm

The fate of one the largest wind farms ever proposed in Washington now rests with Gov. Jay Inslee. 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-03 00:06:01

Q1 strongest ever for Vancouver-based Northwest Pipe Co.

Vancouver-based Northwest Pipe Co. reported a mixed first quarter in its latest earnings report. 3 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-02 21:06:02

Are the rumors true? Is Burgerville for sale?

Is Burgerville for sale? The beloved Vancouver fast-food chain confirmed Tuesday that it is looking for new investment to aid in expansion. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-02 12:06:02

Carson Republican Hannah Joy to seek 17th Legislative District House seat, Position 2

Carson Republican Hannah Joy announced last week she is again running to represent the 17th Legislative District, Position 1,... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-02 12:06:02

Despite net loss in first quarter, executives at Vancouver-based BBSI feeling optimistic

Despite a loss in its latest earnings statement, Barrett Business Services Inc. executives were optimistic after their first quarter. 12 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-02 00:06:02

Cowlitz Indian Tribe expands reservation near La Center by about 60 acres

The Cowlitz Indian Tribe is expanding its 152-acre reservation near La Center by about 60 acres. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-02 00:06:01

Adding housing to narrow, two-lane 174th Street concerns residents in Fairgrounds neighborhood

Dean Hergesheimer believes Clark County's public works department made a mistake. Hergesheimer, a retired professional engineer who worked... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-02 00:06:01

Officials ask for help ID'ing 2022 Woodland train collision victim

LONGVIEW — The Cowlitz County Coroner's Office is asking for the public's help to identify a woman killed in a train collision two years ago... 15 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-01 21:06:01

Jury selection to begin in Vancouver police Officer Donald Sahota's death

Jury selection is set to begin today in the murder trial for the robbery suspect accused in the 2022 death of off-duty Vancouver police... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-01 13:06:02

Library Con: Free Comic Book Day meets Star Wars Day in one giant celebration in Vancouver

Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries will celebrate Free Comic Book Day and Star Wars Day (May 4, as in “May the fourth be with you”) in one... 3 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-01 12:06:02

First Friday Art Walk – Events - Vancouver

Vancouver's Downtown Association hosts a First Friday Art Walk on the first Friday of every month from 5 to 9 p.m. Explore downtown... 1 hour ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-01 11:06:02

City of Vancouver prepares for pavement projects across 20 neighborhoods

Roadwork will temporarily close some neighborhood streets over the summer. Starting in June, the city of Vancouver will begin paving streets... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-01 00:06:02

3rd Congressional District candidates discuss foreign aid, a central issue in campaign

Foreign aid is becoming a central issue in the race for Southwest Washington's 3rd Congressional District. President Joe Biden on Wednesday... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-01 00:06:02

Why are Salmon Creek trail ponds drying up?

What is causing ponds along the western edge of Salmon Creek trail to dry up? That's the question many residents living along the trail are... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-01 00:06:02

Vancouver schools celebrate future of trades education with new building at Hudson's Bay

Vancouver dignitaries, school staff and students weathered relentless showers to celebrate Southwest Washington's newest investment in... 4 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-01 00:06:02

Columbia River spring Chinook fishing closes above Bonneville Dam

With the fishery expected to have already met its allowable catch, recreational spring Chinook fishing on the Columbia River mainstem from... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-05-01 00:06:02

DEA will move to reclassify marijuana in a historic shift, AP sources say

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration will move to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug, The Associated Press... 6 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-04-30 18:06:02