Clark County Sheriff shares his concerns with Washington’s new sheriff’s law
Sheriff John Horch criticizes a new state law allowing a commission to remove elected sheriffs through decertification, arguing it undermines voter authority.
POLL: Do you agree with giving a state commission the power to remove an elected sheriff?
A new poll asks if a state commission—not voters—should have the power to remove an elected sheriff, following concerns raised by Clark County Sheriff John Horch.
Opinion: Defending Democracy by denying it?
Washington voters are blocked from weighing in on new income taxes as state lawmakers and officials bypass public input, drawing criticism from Northwest voices.
Camas School District names Ryan Scott as principal of Lacamas Lake Elementary
Ryan Scott, currently associate principal supporting multiple Camas schools, will become Lacamas Lake Elementary’s new leader following Julie Mueller’s retirement.
Ridgefield to host Division I baseball game between UW Huskies and UP Pilots on April 21
The Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex welcomes two Division I teams this April, offering free entry for local youth players and a rare college matchup in Clark County.
VIDEO: Decertified WA sheriffs can now be ousted under controversial new law
A new Washington law lets an unelected board remove elected sheriffs or police chiefs for misconduct that costs them state certification, raising concerns about free speech and political consequences.
Inmate with pending charges in Clark County escapes Western State Hospital
Joshua Dylan Rice, a Clark County inmate facing robbery and assault charges, escaped Western State Hospital and may have ties to Salmon Creek and North Bend, Oregon.
With more state financial stress on horizon, Ferguson signs WA budget
Washington’s latest $79.4 billion state budget taps rainy day funds, reduces child care provider payments, and defers big tax collections, setting up a deficit in 2028.
Gov. Ferguson signs controversial law tightening standards for WA sheriffs
Sheriffs must now meet strict standards or risk removal, with local officials appointing replacements instead of voter recall, amid ongoing debate over constitutionality.
Opinion: Stalin would be proud – Clark County Socialists gathered for ‘No Kings’
Reform Clark County’s Rob Anderson criticizes local and national groups for organizing protests that featured Auditor Greg Kimsey as a keynote, raising concerns about public trust and political partisanship.
Camas School District names Ryan Scott as principal of Lacamas Lake Elementary
Ridgefield to host Division I baseball game between UW Huskies and UP Pilots on April 21
Clark County Sheriff shares his concerns with Washington’s new sheriff’s law
VIDEO: Decertified WA sheriffs can now be ousted under controversial new law
Inmate with pending charges in Clark County escapes Western State Hospital
With more state financial stress on horizon, Ferguson signs WA budget
Gov. Ferguson signs controversial law tightening standards for WA sheriffs
Higher payroll taxes may hit workers as eligibility rules broaden
Clark County Sheriff’s Office completes extradition in homicide case
POLL: Do you agree with giving a state commission the power to remove an elected sheriff?
Opinion: Defending Democracy by denying it?
Opinion: Stalin would be proud – Clark County Socialists gathered for ‘No Kings’
Letter: Vancouver Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle makes several serious and incorrect engineering statements
Opinion: The beginning of the end of anchor babies
Opinion: Defend bail now or face more chaos on our streets
Opinion: Some worker rights get a poster, others get fine print
Opinion: Someone explain the Democrat Party to me please
POLL: Do you agree with requiring board members to follow council direction?
POLL: Do you agree with giving a state commission the power to remove an elected sheriff?
Opinion: Defending Democracy by denying it?
Clark County Sheriff shares his concerns with Washington’s new sheriff’s law
VIDEO: Decertified WA sheriffs can now be ousted under controversial new law
With more state financial stress on horizon, Ferguson signs WA budget
Gov. Ferguson signs controversial law tightening standards for WA sheriffs
Opinion: Stalin would be proud – Clark County Socialists gathered for ‘No Kings’
Opinion: The beginning of the end of anchor babies
VIDEO: Rejected – WA SOS will not process referendum to repeal income tax law
Southwest Washington lawmakers to hold a series of town hall meetings throughout the 17th Legislative District
Project 42: It is an income tax, not a millionaire’s tax
Letter: Vancouver Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle makes several serious and incorrect engineering statements
Washington’s studded tire deadline is March 31
VIDEO: WA diesel hits record $6.53, crushing truckers and school budgets
Opinion: In plain sight – yielding to pedestrians
Expect delays on SR 14 in Vancouver for guardrail repairs Wednesday
Overnight closure planned on westbound SR 14 Camas Slough Bridge Tuesday
Opinion: Stay in your lane – seriously, it’s the law
POLL: After hearing state leaders describe the I-5 Bridge as vulnerable in an earthquake, what is your reaction?
WA and OR scale back I-5 Bridge ambitions as cost balloons
Letter: ‘Now we have Engineer Bob telling us the I-5 Bridge needs replacing because it is built on shifting sand with wooden structures’
The I-5 Bridge is vulnerable to collapse, but apparently not that vulnerable
Ridgefield to host Division I baseball game between UW Huskies and UP Pilots on April 21
Business Profile: Columbia River volleyball coach teaches The Elite Competitor
NBA vote clears way for expansion to Seattle
WA Gov. Ferguson to meet with NBA commissioner as hopes rise for Sonics’ return
Plenty of NBA connections expected in town Sunday for Vancouver Bears game
State’s umpire-in-chief goes on recruiting trip in his final season as a baseball umpire
Clark County Baseball presents Baseballism Kickoff this week with action all over the region
The Study of Sports Podcast March 13, 2026: We discuss the state basketball tournaments, the incredible run from Columbia River boys, the state placing for Evergreen girls, and more
Falcon Baseball Academy to host inaugural Extra-Innings Bazaar & Market at Prairie High School
Vancouver Fire Department honors firefighters, community members at annual awards ceremony
Gallery 408 announces four new artists
60th Annual Hazel Dell Parade of Bands returns this May
Battle Ground Citizen of the Year for 2025 announced & celebration planned
GoFundMe Spotlight: Vancouver media producer preparing for epic road trip on Route 66
Battle Ground the site of Busy Bee Craft Fair March 21
Clark College to present Choral Concerts
Coffee Caturday is this Saturday in Battle Ground sounds purrrrrfect
Public Works employees recognized by Neighborhood Associations Council of Clark County
Community in Action: Police cruisers ‘crammed’ with snacks to benefit local students
County seeking young people to fill 10 volunteer positions on Youth Commission
Washougal High School students pitch energy ideas to Clark PUD
‘Cram the Cruiser’ to benefit Battle Ground and Prairie High Schools
60th Annual Hazel Dell Parade of Bands returns this May
Battle Ground students launch youth-led group to elevate student voices in school Funding Conversations
Ridgefield student to serve as Rotary Club’s youth ambassador to central Mexico
Vancouver Public Schools kindergarten enrollment for 2026-27 school year now open
Battle Ground Public Schools kindergarten enrollment is now available
Business Profile: Columbia River volleyball coach teaches The Elite Competitor
OnPoint Community Credit Union welcomes Lisa White as CFO
Business Profile: Joyful Honey and Beekeeping Supplies making a difference for pollinators
Clark County nonprofits receive $154,950 in 2025
Washougal Ace and Outfitters launch ‘Give Hunger the Boot’ Campaign
Original team member Kelly Winn rejoins Cano Real Estate
Opinion: Business is already leaving Washington
Expert in homebuilding has several tips on how to make housing affordable
Jobseekers, community members, families and students invited to 11th annual BGPS Industry Fair
