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PeaceHealth settles over ADA violations after Vancouver hospital failed to provide sign language interpreter

Vancouver's PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center has reached a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice over allegations it violated... 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-02-16 02:06:02

Impact on Southwest Washington: Clark County lawmakers have key bills still alive in Legislature

Key bills introduced by local lawmakers — including ones that would shield people from surprise ambulance costs and launch a drug overdose... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-02-16 02:06:01

3rd Congressional District candidates Perez, Kent, Lewallen: Tighten border security

After the U.S. Senate's border and foreign aid bill was shelved last week, candidates for Southwest Washington's 3rd Congressional District... 9 hours ago

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

Clark County Assessor's office fields property tax queries

Property tax exemption specialists from the Clark County Assessor's office will be available to answer questions and enroll property owners... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-02-15 14:06:02

School levies passing in Camas, Woodland, Green Mountain – and Battle Ground

Initial results in Tuesday's special election yielded largely positive results for school funding measures in four districts across Clark... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-02-15 00:06:02

Memorial Lutheran Church: Midweek Worship Series – Events

Memorial Lutheran Church is hosting a seasonal midweek series, “Guided to the Cross” from 1 to 2 p.m. and 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays Feb. 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-02-15 00:06:02

1 dead and up to 15 injured after shooting near Kansas City Chiefs parade, police chief says

KANSAS CITY — At least one person was killed and up to 15 injured in a shooting at the end of the parade to celebrate the Super Bowl win by... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-02-15 00:06:02

'These are predatory fees. There's no question about that': 'Junk fees' burden renters in Clark County

Fees hit Cheyonna Lewis when she was already on the edge. Rent has doubled for her Vancouver home, where she's lived with her children and... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-02-15 00:06:01

'We keep each other laughing': Couple find love at Vancouver senior living facility

It's never too late to find love. Dick Filion, 88, and Jan White, 90, are proof. 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-02-14 15:06:01

Clark County's 18th District lawmakers set town halls Saturday

Lawmakers from the 18th Legislative District will host two town hall meetings Saturday. Sen. Ann Rivers and Reps. 10 hours ago

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

Clark County Newcomers Club helps fight food insecurity

VANCOUVER – Marlene Ashworth, leadership development manager for Clark County Food Bank, shared a presentation about alleviating hunger and... 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-02-14 14:06:01

'We have a sense of urgency about getting this done': Buttigieg joins Washington, Oregon officials for tour of Interstate 5 ...

Carbs, caffeine and the Interstate 5 Bridge consumed U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg's Tuesday morning in Vancouver. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-02-14 12:06:01

Vancouver-based ZoomInfo sees $5M net loss in fourth quarter of 2023

After a year of growth, Vancouver-based ZoomInfo reported a $5 million net loss in its fourth financial quarter of 2023. 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-02-14 12:06:01

Fort Vancouver hires Will Ephraim as head football coach

Will Ephraim is back in Clark County's head-coaching ranks and back coaching Class 1A football. 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-02-14 01:06:01

U.S. Rep. Perez, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg visit Cascadia Tech Academy

Both U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez and U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg looked stunned when they saw the projects... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-02-14 00:06:01

Schools measures highlight Election Day in Clark County

Today is the first Election Day of 2024 in Clark County, and voters across the region will decide on a handful of school funding measures. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-02-14 00:06:01

Clark Public Utilities holding series of informational workshops designed to explain rate hike, complexity of its mission

Clark Public Utilities took heat from local lawmakers for raising rates 14.5 percent in January. On Monday, the utility offered a workshop... 3 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-02-14 00:06:01

What $15 tolls could mean for Washingon drivers, state's budget

BOTHELL — Along with three rows of “$10.00” in lights, Interstate 405 drivers on a crowded morning can see what looks like moss growing on... 3 days ago

The Columbian | 2024-02-14 00:06:01

Vancouver City Council wants to expand Affordable Housing Fund into county but details need ironing out

Allowing Vancouver's Affordable Housing Fund to pay for city residents to live outside of Vancouver within Clark County may be key to moving... 14 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-02-13 22:06:01

X didn't mark the spot but Vancouver couple win national treasure hunting contest

If you thought treasure hunting was just for pirates, you haven't met Vancouver couple Dustin White, 41, and Deidra White, 38. 21 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-02-13 15:06:01

Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington strives to bring Spanish-speaking community together with tree-planting ...

The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington's second annual reforestation day this weekend is about more than planting trees. 21 hours ago

The Columbian | 2024-02-13 15:06:01

Clark Asks: Why abandoned buildings can't be used to house people experiencing homelessness? It's complicated

Can't some of the abandoned or under-used buildings in Clark County be used for shelters or affordable housing? That's a question many... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-02-13 12:06:01

Bail $5 million for Battle Ground man in 2015 drive-by shooting case

A judge set bail at $5 million for a Battle Ground man who was in court Monday on a 2015 warrant in connection with a drive-by shooting. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2024-02-13 12:06:01

Teenagers accused in drive-by shooting at east Vancouver apartment complex appear in court

Four teenagers are accused in a Friday drive-by shooting at an east Vancouver apartment complex in which one resident was nearly struck by a... 10 hours ago

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