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Arnada neighborhood soon to take charge with EV charging station

An unassuming pad of concrete nestled among rows of old homes in Uptown Vancouver will soon host an experiment of sorts. 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-21 15:06:01

Orchards man, a former volunteer firefighter, pulls neighbor away from flames to safety

A resident of the Nobl Park Apartments braved a rapidly spreading blaze Saturday night to save his downstairs neighbor who was trapped... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-21 12:06:02

Vancouver-based PeaceHealth reaches deal with state on charity care

Vancouver-based health care and hospital services provider PeaceHealth announced Monday it has reached an agreement with the state attorney... 8 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-21 04:06:01

The Springs at The Waterfront Elevates Baby Boomer Lifestyle

As the youngest Baby Boomers reach their 60's in 2024, they are considering how to support their lifestyle and needs for the future. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-21 00:06:01

Third Safe Stay opens in Vancouver: 'I hope we can save some lives and make things safer for folks'

Outsiders Inn outreach team members arranged a Home Sweet Home front door mat and a blanket on a bed before closing the door of the downtown... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-21 00:06:01

Man missing from Orchards area found safe

The Clark County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help finding a man who's been missing since Sunday morning in the Orchards area... 13 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-20 23:06:01

Former legislative candidate John Ley faces felony fraud charges in 2022 election case

Former legislative candidate John Ley of Camas is facing felony elections fraud charges after claiming he lived in Battle Ground and Hazel... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-20 12:06:02

Man injured after report he was trapped in burning apartment in Vancouver's Orchards neighborhood

A man was apparently briefly trapped, and seriously injured, in a burning apartment Saturday evening in Vancouver's Orchards neighborhood. 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-19 12:06:01

Seton Catholic rallies back to take down Cashmere 42-35 in 1A state football quarterfinals

Seton Catholic scored three touchdowns in a 5-minute span in the fourth quarter, rallying for a 42-35 win over Cashmere in the Class 1A... 21 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-19 03:06:02

Keep the winter blues at bay: Bolstering those anti-gloom defenses in Pacific Northwest's SAD season

Kim Schneiderman knows just what to do when seasonal gloom closes in on her. 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-19 00:06:01

Low-income Hazel Dell units to get $38 million upgrade

One of the Vancouver Housing Authority's oldest buildings, the mixed-income Cougar Creek Apartments in west Hazel Dell, will undergo a $38... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-18 15:06:02

Clark County retailers add security measures to combat rise in thefts — and they are starting to see success

Over the years, shoppers have had to adjust. Gone are the days when you could just walk into a store, grab a bottle of shampoo and check... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-18 15:06:02

Property owner says he's rethinking adventure park in Skamania County; 'we've done a complete reset'

A Skamania County property owner who this year proposed building an adventure park on his 150-acre site says he is rethinking the project... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-18 15:06:02

Vancouver, Washougal, Camas, Battle Ground get money for middle housing

Clark County is the recipient of $250,000 in funding to build more middle housing options. The funding streams from Washington's Department... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-18 15:06:02

Evergreen School Board's Victoria Bradford says farewell

The Nov. 7 election in Clark County wasn't one that provided lots of shock and awe. Voter turnout was low, and incumbent candidates largely... 21 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-18 15:06:01

Letter: Homelessness is criminal problem

I'm dismayed by the use of the term “homelessness” in the city of Vancouver's recent emergency declaration for problems more closely... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-18 14:06:02

Letter: Designate place for homeless

Instead of Vancouver City Manager Eric Holmes declaring 48 acres of city land off limits to homeless camping, how about designating 48 acres... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-18 14:06:02

The Vancouver Farmers Market is now open year-round with 15 new sellers and more cold weather produce

The Vancouver Farmers Market recently shifted to a new schedule, extending the season for farms like Dilish and Quackenbush, while making... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-18 12:06:02

Developer aims to increase middle housing; plan would build 60 'skinny homes' in east Vancouver

A local developer wants to turn three single family lots on Southeast 192nd Avenue in east Vancouver into 60 detached single-family homes to... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-18 00:06:02

Clark County says October security breach was a cyberattack; no indication personal data was stolen

An investigation has determined that a computer system security breach detected by Clark County's Information Technology staff in late... 13 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-17 23:06:01

Highway 500 bicycle-pedestrian crossing among Clark County projects to benefit from fed's infrastructure money

It's been two years since the signing of the $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure law, and so far Washington has received $5.3 billion... 9 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-17 15:06:02

During Skyview's run to 4A state quarterfinals, Gavin Packer continues to perform in critical moments

A fill-in start at cornerback for a 2021 Week 10 playoff game presented Skyview's Gavin Packer with an opportunity to make a splash as a... 21 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-17 15:06:01

Washington sheriff stokes anti-wolf sentiment

In a Nov. 3 press release, Klickitat County Sheriff Bob Songer made two surprising claims: wolves are being introduced into the Washington... 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-17 14:06:01

Camas principal who wins Washington State Elementary Principal of the Year says she stands 'on the shoulders of ...

Before she would talk about herself, Cathy Sork wanted to make one thing clear. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-11-17 12:06:01