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Try This: Roaring Twenties-themed New Year's Eve; New Year's Day Labyrinth Walk; 'Walking in Volcanic Wonderland'

Vancouver Elks Club, 11605 S.E. McGillivray Blvd., Vancouver, will host a Roaring Twenties-themed New Year's Eve Soiree from 6 p.m. Sunday,... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-28 14:06:02

WSDOT pauses state Highway 14 construction for winter, expects to wrap up $28 million project in summer

The Washington State Department of Transportation last week halted construction on state Highway 14 between Interstate 205 and Southeast... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-28 12:06:02

Missing 11-year-old girl found safe

Update: Quarnieria was located safe with other family members in the Portland area, according to the Vancouver Police Department. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-28 12:06:02

Comedian Tom Smothers, one-half of the Smothers Brothers, dies at 86

Tom Smothers, half of the Smothers Brothers and the co-host of one of the most socially conscious and groundbreaking television shows in the... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-28 00:06:02

Tim Martinez: Area teams get their fill of holiday basketball tournaments

It's the season for holiday basketball tournaments, with several high school teams participating in events both near and far. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-28 00:06:02

WA bridges still in poor condition, despite $630M in federal aid

As roughly $630 million in bridge funds from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act continues to roll into the state, the number of... 3 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-28 00:06:01

Washington DNR preserves more land in Clark County, protecting rare plant species

As the year ends, Washington officials are heralding the state's efforts to conserve its natural habitats, including segments of Clark... 13 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-27 23:06:01

Clark County Courthouse cafe The Verdict keeps it consistent

When Billy Albertson made a latte on a recent Monday morning at the Clark County Courthouse's first-floor cafe, The Verdict, he started by... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-27 15:06:01

On trail of legendary weather dog and mascot of The Columbian, Columbo

I found him hiding in a locked storage room at The Columbian. He looked sad and tired, but it didn't take long for him to realize that I... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-27 12:06:01

Portland man accused in Nov. 30 shooting in east Vancouver; victim was shot 6 times

A Portland man is accused in a Nov. 30 shooting at an east Vancouver apartment complex. Investigators say he shot the cousin of a woman he... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-27 03:06:01

What tenant protections will WA lawmakers consider in 2024?

Several state lawmakers say they plan to revisit proposals outlining new protections or limiting rental increases for mobile home owners and... 13 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-26 23:06:02

From merry to mulch: Tips on how to recycle your natural Christmas tree in Clark County

O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree, how droopy are thy branches! Your needles dry and fall about. How quickly can we get you out? 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-26 14:06:01

Humane Society for Southwest Washington steps in to help after stray Labrador gives birth to 11 puppies

In late November, a Vancouver family stumbled upon Sadie, a 3-year-old pregnant stray dog, rummaging through trash in their neighborhood. 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-26 12:06:01

Six measures Washington conservatives are pushing on 2024 ballots

Since 2019, Democrats in the Washington Legislature and Gov. Jay Inslee have used their sizable majorities to pass a range of progressive... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-26 12:06:01

These famous folks are linked to Vancouver and Clark County in ways you may not have realized

If you've lived in Clark County for a while, you probably know that this area can be linked to a lot of famous names. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-26 00:06:01

Vancouver outlines steps to manage PFAS in water system

Vancouver officials last week unveiled how the city may be able to tackle its drinking water problem. 13 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-25 23:06:01

What stores are open and closed on Christmas Day?

NEW YORK — With Christmas right around the corner, you might want to check the list of what stores are open (and closed) twice. 3 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-25 12:06:02

Top Stories: Wrong-way driver dies in crash; Amtrak for commuting?; railroad orders to stop expansion

Here are some of the top stories on columbian.com this week: 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-24 12:06:02

Hurt and homeless with no place to heal: Could a successful Oregon program be a model for Clark County?

When complications from a blood clot forced amputation of Jimmy Howland's leg, it might have led to a chance for him to get into housing. 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-24 00:06:02

Letter: Crack down on short-term rentals

Kudos to the city of Vancouver for attempting to control the growth of short-term rentals within the city limits (“Vancouver sets public... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-24 00:06:02

Camas OKs annexing land in North Shore area

CAMAS — The Camas City Council on Monday voted 5-2 to approve a 40-acre annexation request that caused divisions among neighbors in the... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-24 00:06:01

Vancouver biotech firm Absci inks 10 deals for drug discovery programs worth $1 billion

Vancouver biotechnology company Absci has secured nearly $1 billion in contracts in recent weeks, bolstering the business that's struggled... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-23 15:06:02

City of Vancouver on track in plan to be carbon neutral by 2040

A year has passed since Vancouver approved its plan to reach carbon neutrality by 2040. 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-23 15:06:02

“It's meditative. The minutiae intrigues me”: Gingerbread genius creates masterpieces in Felida

What Clark County edifice has 100 walls, eight doors, 32 windows and 1000 roof tiles, designed and built by one single-minded architectural... 21 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-12-23 15:06:01