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In Our View: Elect Chuck Keplar to Evergreen school board

In making a case for why an incumbent should be replaced, a challenger must be well-informed and must articulate how they would do the job... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-20 12:06:02

Interstate 5 North Fork Lewis River Bridge reopens after repairs

Work on the Interstate 5 North Fork Lewis River Bridge has concluded until next summer, ending construction-caused delays of up to 50... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-20 00:06:02

Evergreen High School, Cascade Middle School in lockdown over report of shots fired nearby

Evergreen High School, Cascade Middle School and Burton Elementary were placed under lockdown Thursday afternoon after reports of shots... 2 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-19 22:06:02

Clark County fire marshal's office: Two fireworks suppliers' 2023 gross sales totaled $4.7M

Some people love them. Others hate them. But there's no denying that fireworks remain an important part of Fourth of July celebrations in... 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-19 14:06:01

No charges for corrections deputy in Clark County Jail use-of-force case

The Vancouver City Attorney's Office will not charge the corrections deputy at the center of an August 2021 use-of-force investigation... 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-19 14:06:01

Letter: Support Hogan in Camas

In today's political climate, positive leadership holds immense importance. It's the cornerstone of a flourishing community. 23 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-19 13:06:02

Letter: Support Fox in Vancouver

Sarah Fox has earned reelection to the Vancouver City Council. Her independent voice brings balance to the city's business at a time when... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-19 13:06:02

Letter: Support Brent for port

Russell Brent is ideally qualified to earn our vote for Port of Vancouver commissioner. He has 40 years of experience in the hospitality and... 23 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-19 13:06:02

Downtown Safe Stay underway; 415 West to include 20 pallet shelters, community center

With around a month left until Vancouver's third Safe Stay must be completed, the city is making progress on the location of the downtown... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-19 12:06:01

'If this is a food desert, this is your oasis': New Seasons brings groceries back to downtown Vancouver

With much fanfare, New Seasons Market on Main Street opened to the public Wednesday, ending a decades-long food desert in Vancouver's... 3 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-19 00:06:01

Trial opens for Vancouver parents accused of starving son to death; defense blames 15-year-old's medical problems

How much hunger can a child endure? How small can a child become before their body stops working?” Senior Deputy Prosecutor Erik Podhora... 15 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-18 21:06:02

In Our View: Reelect Orange for Port of Vancouver District 1

Don Orange originally was elected as Port of Vancouver commissioner with a platform of opposing a proposed oil terminal. 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-18 14:06:02

Despite delay, Clark County's grape harvest strong with a growing season that benefits winemakers

Despite a delayed growing season, the summer's not-too-hot heat gave Clark County's winemakers strong grape yields in their harvests this... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-18 14:06:01

Letter: Support Hogan in Camas

I believe a great mayor values and respects all citizens. As Camas' CEO, the mayor should have the knowledge and experience to oversee city... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-18 13:06:01

Neighbors say Chelatchie project has damaged streams; Clark County, state, federal officials see for themselves

CHELATCHIE — A road construction project could be headed for a showdown between the state Department of Ecology and Portland Vancouver... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-18 12:06:02

Vancouver man gets 2 years for shooting girlfriend's estranged husband in Hazel Dell

A Vancouver man was sentenced Tuesday to two years in prison for shooting his girlfriend's estranged husband during a March confrontation at... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-18 01:06:01

Letter: Hogan shows vision, courage

The Columbian recently gave “Cheers” to the Vancouver Police Department for installing dashboard cameras while saying nothing about the... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-18 00:06:02

Campaign cash pouring into Southwest WA congressional race

U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, a Democrat whose unexpected win in 2022 flipped a Republican-held seat in southwest Washington,... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-18 00:06:02

In Our View: Reelect Barrows to Vancouver school board

Because Vancouver Public Schools are doing a lot of things right during a difficult time for education, The Columbian's Editorial Board... 5 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-18 00:06:02

Brent vies for Port of Vancouver seat held by Orange

Local businessman Russell Brent is vying to unseat Port of Vancouver Commissioner Don Orange. Both men share a similar goal — economic... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-18 00:06:01

New spillway bridge at Columbia Springs aims to keep visitors connected to nature

A few miles upstream from the old bridge everybody talks about, an “upcycled” metal bridge went in last week with a minimum of fuss. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-18 00:06:01

1300 PeaceHealth workers voted to strike; company says they would lose insurance benefits

Over 1300 health care workers at PeaceHealth say they could lose their health insurance if the upcoming strike planned for Monday carries... 14 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-17 22:06:01

Vancouver woman who stabbed boyfriend with a 4-foot sword not guilty by reason of insanity

A judge found a Vancouver woman who stabbed her boyfriend with a 4-foot-long sword not guilty by reason of insanity Monday at her attempted... 16 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-17 20:06:01

Collecting data on Clark County deaths complicated; housing status, reliability an issue in overdoses

Challenges with collecting new kinds of data on Clark County deaths in recent years have become more evident with the release of a statewide... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-10-17 14:06:01