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The U.S. Coast Guard has approved a fixed-span design for the new Interstate Bridge, clearing a major hurdle for the Interstate Bridge Replacement project.
Opinion: WSDOT secretary and I ‘obviously have very different definitions for the term cost-effective’
Clark County Today Editor Ken Vance sharply criticizes WSDOT Secretary Julie Meredith’s defense of the Interstate Bridge Replacement project, arguing the escalating cost estimates undermine claims the project is cost-effective.
C-TRAN votes for Board Composition Review Committee to reconvene
The C-TRAN Board of Directors voted to send the issue of board representation back to the Board Composition Review Committee as disputes continue over compliance with state law and potential grant funding losses.
Opinion: Get ready for more tax proposals from the majority party as the 2026 session begins
Rep. John Ley outlines concerns over proposed tax increases, state spending, climate policy, and the rising cost of the Interstate Bridge Replacement project as the 2026 legislative session begins.
Opinion: American Legion Auxiliary formation meeting scheduled in Amboy
Chartering effort underway to form a new American Legion Auxiliary unit connected to American Legion Tum Tum Post 168 Amboy and provides details about an upcoming informational meeting.
Business Profile: Handel’s Ice Cream opens its first shop in Washington, in Vancouver
Handel’s Ice Cream has opened its first Washington location in east Vancouver, with a grand opening planned for Jan. 17.
POLL: What should be the top priority for lawmakers during the 2026 legislative session?
Clark County Today’s weekly poll asks readers to weigh in on which issue Washington lawmakers should prioritize as the 2026 legislative session approaches.
Opinion: Why vote no on the Battle Ground School District levy?
Dick Rylander outlines why he believes voters should reject the Battle Ground School District levy, citing costs, enrollment trends, test results, and district spending priorities.
Letter: The multi-million dollar cash grab in Washington schools
Yacolt resident Mark Rose argues that rising superintendent salaries conflict with classroom cuts and repeated levy requests in Clark County school districts.
Discover your future at WSU Vancouver’s Preview Day, Jan. 24
WSU Vancouver will host a free Preview Day on Jan. 24, offering prospective students and families an inside look at campus life and academic opportunities.

Coast Guard approves fixed-span design for new Interstate Bridge

Business Profile: Handel’s Ice Cream opens its first shop in Washington, in Vancouver

Discover your future at WSU Vancouver’s Preview Day, Jan. 24

County Elections provides important information for upcoming special election

Battle Ground Police Department unveils new badge design

Law Library debuts new, free self-help kit for tenants facing an eviction

C-TRAN votes for Board Composition Review Committee to reconvene

Trans athlete policies in 4 WA school districts face scrutiny from feds

VIDEO: Proposed ban on police face coverings engenders heated debate in WA Senate

Opinion: Why vote no on the Battle Ground School District levy?

Letter: The multi-million dollar cash grab in Washington schools

Opinion: When fast feels slow

POLL: What should be the top priority for lawmakers during the 2026 legislative session?

Opinion: American Legion Auxiliary formation meeting scheduled in Amboy

Opinion: WSDOT secretary and I ‘obviously have very different definitions for the term cost-effective’

Opinion: Get ready for more tax proposals from the majority party as the 2026 session begins

Opinion: Why vote no on the Washougal levies?

Opinion: HB 2088: Cut the red tape for dietitians and fix licensing for everyone

Coast Guard approves fixed-span design for new Interstate Bridge

Opinion: Why vote no on the Battle Ground School District levy?

County Elections provides important information for upcoming special election

POLL: What should be the top priority for lawmakers during the 2026 legislative session?

C-TRAN votes for Board Composition Review Committee to reconvene

Opinion: Get ready for more tax proposals from the majority party as the 2026 session begins

Trans athlete policies in 4 WA school districts face scrutiny from feds

Opinion: Why vote no on the Washougal levies?

VIDEO: Proposed ban on police face coverings engenders heated debate in WA Senate

How Washington state lawmakers want to regulate AI

Eileen Quiring O’Brien launches official campaign website for Clark County auditor

Coast Guard approves fixed-span design for new Interstate Bridge

Opinion: When fast feels slow

Opinion: WSDOT secretary and I ‘obviously have very different definitions for the term cost-effective’

C-TRAN votes for Board Composition Review Committee to reconvene

Clark County hosting open house for transportation ADA transition plan on Jan. 22

C-TRAN Board makes thought-provoking choice for vice chair, voting Wil Fuentes

Opinion: Crossing the mighty Columbia River is getting mighty expensive

Plan for lane closure on southbound I-205 for guardrail repair work Jan. 13

Opinion: Hidden costs, withheld documents, and a $17 billion question – Why the Interstate Bridge Replacement demands immediate oversight

Opinion: The IBR’s $10-$12 billion funding problem and lack of truthfulness

POLL: With updated estimates reaching as high as $17.7 billion, what should happen to the I-5 Bridge replacement project?

The Study of Sports Podcast Jan. 15, 2026: We discuss some hot topics in high school sports across the state, plus we talk college and pro football

Opinion: Kindness is always welcome, even in places where one does not always find it

The Study of Sports Podcast Dec. 30, 2025: A look ahead to 2026 with WIAA amendments, a year in review in high school sports, plus remembering the Mariners’ magical run

Virginia Rodeman defies limits and wins No-Gi World Championship in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

High school sports: Pac Coast Wrestling to showcase some of the best in the Northwest and beyond

Columbia River salmon and steelhead endorsement goes into effect Jan. 1

High school girls basketball: Union Titans give Brooklynn Haywood a homecoming in Alaska

Woodland athletes: Winning on the field and in the classroom

Life outdoors: Bundle up for winter adventures

Vancouver Fire Department mourns the off-duty passing of firefighter paramedic Jeremiah Frenz

Life and legacy of outdoors reporter Allen Thomas recognized by Clark County Council

Ridgefield American Legion Post 44 names its Legionnaire of the Year

RedDoor Gallery presents Brush Strokes In Motion with January live art demos

Virginia Rodeman defies limits and wins No-Gi World Championship in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Nominations being accepted for Battle Ground Citizens of the Year

Vancouver hires former Los Angeles City Fire Department leader as its new fire chief

Vancouver USA Arts & Music Festival opens applications for 2026 performers, artists, and more

Clark County mourns loss of hometown hero and humanitarian Greg Biffle

Community Garden Club of Camas & Washougal announces 2026 grant recipients

Woodland athletes: Winning on the field and in the classroom

Battle Ground Police Department hosts annual ‘Shop With A Cop’ event for local youth

Tix for Tots hosting original Nativity performance

Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Washington expands to Ogden Elementary School

River HomeLink Theatre presents Descendants: The Musical

King’s Way Christian Schools get head start on Veterans Day with assemblies

Prairie High School presents ‘Six the Musical: Teen Edition’

Ridgefield High School Theatre presents ‘Almost, Maine’

Business Profile: Handel’s Ice Cream opens its first shop in Washington, in Vancouver

OnPoint Community Credit Union expands to Ridgefield

Free fares on New Year’s Eve is a big hit with C-TRAN riders

Opinion: Is the cheap fast-food burger a thing of the past?

A new chapter ahead for Evergreen Habitat for Humanity

Reserve a table at the Battle Ground Public Schools Industry Fair

Liberty Theatre celebrates Small Business Saturday with community partnerships and big-screen experiences

Opinion: Why is it so expensive to do business in Washington?

Building Industry Association installs Alexa Lee as 2026 president









