Stricter standards for WA sheriffs approved in state Senate
The state Senate passed Senate Bill 5974 to tighten eligibility standards for sheriffs and limit volunteer posses, sending the measure to the House.
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Journey Theater presents A Year with Frog and Toad
Journey Theater will stage A Year with Frog and Toad in Battle Ground with performances from Feb. 19 through Feb. 28.
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Opinion: SB 5292: PFML tax bill looks like a trap
Elizabeth New (Hovde) argues SB 5292 could pave the way for higher PFML payroll taxes by changing how rates are set.
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County Manager appoints April Furth as deputy county manager
Kathleen Otto appointed April Furth as deputy county manager, with Furth set to begin her role Feb. 23.
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Opinion: Is a state income tax coming, and the latest on the I-5 Bridge project
Rep. John Ley shares a legislative update on a proposed state income tax, the I-5 Bridge project, the Brockmann Campus and House Bill 2605.
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WSU Vancouver offers public workshop on how to pay for college
WSU Vancouver will host four free online workshops this spring focused on financial aid and paying for college.
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VFD responds to vehicle rollover with entrapment on Burton Road
Fire crews extricated a trapped occupant from a rollover crash on Burton Road and transported both patients with non-life-threatening injuries.
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Clark County Council modifies language on its resolution on ICE activities in the region
Councilors voted 3-2 to move forward with a modified resolution addressing reported ICE activities, with debate over wording and jurisdiction.
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Battle Ground Public School levy falling short in initial count
Early results show Battle Ground’s levy trailing while Hockinson’s measure holds a lead in the Feb. 10 special election.
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Puyallup teen wrestler says school ignored her claim of sex assault by male opponent
Pierce County authorities are investigating a sexual assault allegation involving a Puyallup high school wrestling match.
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