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Washington ranked 5th least-religious state

Americans have grown less religious over the past couple of decades, and attendance at religious services is down across the country. 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-10 00:06:01

Overworked and under-recognized: Clark County schools struggle to hire and retain paraeducators

Today's classroom has a new linchpin: paraeducators. Formerly known as “teacher assistants,” the role has expanded to help with growing... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-10 00:06:01

Vancouver City Manager Holmes not Portland-bound

You might have heard that Portland is changing its system of governm ent. And that longtime Vancouver City Manager Eric Holmes is leaving... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-09 15:06:02

St. Patrick's Day Performances by Fort Vancouver Pipe Band – Events

The Fort Vancouver Pipe Band will offer several performances in honor of St. Patrick's Day, March 17. The band will play in the Paddy Hough... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-09 12:06:02

Patients could face out-of-network costs if Legacy Health, Regence negotiations fail

As contract negotiations continue between Portland-based Legacy Health and Regence BlueCross BlueShield, patients at Legacy Salmon Creek... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-09 12:06:01

Presidential candidate Marianne Williamson makes campaign stop in Vancouver ahead of Tuesday primary

Presidential candidate Marianne Williamson made a campaign stop in Vancouver Thursday evening to speak to supporters and undecided voters... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-09 12:06:01

Vancouver man held after parking dispute becomes violent

A Vancouver man is accused of injuring a neighbor with an ax after apparently mistaking a car parked in his spot for the neighbor's car. 6 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-09 06:06:02

NWCAVE fundraiser hosts Elizabeth Smart: “Media is so powerful. I have no doubt that I would not be here if not for the ...

As a child, Elizabeth Smart was taught to not talk to strangers, to use the buddy system, and to stop, drop and roll if on fire. 12 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-09 00:06:02

New projects headed for Southwest Washington as lawmakers approve capital budget

Southwest Washington is about to get a makeover. Local lawmakers secured roughly $82 million for projects across the region in this year's... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-09 00:06:01

Vancouver Public Schools expected to cut 262 positions to make up $35 million shortfall

The Vancouver school district is proposing to cut nearly 262 positions to alleviate a $35 million budget deficit, according to a document... 3 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-09 00:06:01

Clark County deputies looking for information about injured man

The Clark County Sheriff's Office is asking the public for information about a man who was seriously injured Thursday morning on Highway 99... 13 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-08 23:06:02

Clark County brunch spots offer menus for Easter, Mother's day or anytime a special treat is in order

Brunch is increasingly popular in Vancouver, so reservations on March 31 are likely to fill up quickly. This list of Easter brunch spots... 21 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-08 15:06:02

After more than 50 years, Vanco Golf Range to close in October

Ben Sims smashed his club into the golf ball and watched it fly through the rain and land with a kerplunk in one of the many large puddles... 21 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-08 15:06:01

Applications for Vancouver Arts & Music Festival now available

Visual and performing artists are needed for The Vancouver Arts & Music Festival from Aug. 2-4 in Esther Short Park. 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-08 14:06:02

Vital Statistics, March 8, 2024

Alana Day Garcia, 28, Vancouver, and Mason Alexander Malloy, 27, Vancouver. 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-08 14:06:02

Vancouver School of Arts and Academics presents “Noises Off” – Events

The Theatre Department at Vancouver School of Arts and Academics presents “Noises Off,” with showtimes at 7 p.m. March 7, 8, 9, 14,... 5 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-08 07:06:02

Wife of murder suspect Kirkland Warren sentenced for stealing from credit union accounts

The wife of Kirkland Warren, the man charged in the March 2023 slayings of a Vancouver mother and daughter, was sentenced to two years of... 20 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-08 04:06:01

Vancouver Farmers Market, Papa Murphy's see impact after rollback in food stamps

After a rollback in food stamps one year ago, people have had fewer Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits to spend at local... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-08 00:06:02

Vancouver Rep. Paul Harris announces bid for state Senate

Vancouver Republican Rep. Paul Harris announced Thursday that he is running for the Washington state Senate in the 17th District. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-08 00:06:01

Vancouver group among those suing Washington over squirrel

Vancouver Audubon Society and several other environmental groups are suing the state for failing to protect habitat for the endangered... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-08 00:06:01

Investigators say they confirmed pilots' account of a rudder-control failure on a Boeing Max jet

Federal investigators said Thursday they confirmed pilots' account of a brief failure of rudder controls on a Boeing 737 Max after it landed... 16 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-07 20:06:01

Stepping stones to a home: Vancouver man finds affordable housing after living in his car

The first meal Adam Atchison cooked in his new home was a rib-eye steak and a baked potato with all the fixings. But it was a long journey... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-07 14:06:01

Vancouver School of Arts and Academics presents “Noises Off” – Events

The Theatre Department at Vancouver School of Arts and Academics presents “Noises Off,” with showtimes at 7 p.m. March 7, 8, 9, 14,... 5 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-07 07:06:02

Washington State Sen. Lynda Wilson to step down from Legislature to spend time with family

State Sen. Lynda Wilson, R-Vancouver, announced Wednesday she is stepping down from the Legislature. 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-03-07 03:06:02