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Known for her love of music and family, Lucille ‘Erma’ Christenson Madore lived through nearly 102 years and leaves a large, grateful legacy in Vancouver.
Former WA Supreme Court justice joins legal effort against income tax
Phil Talmadge and Rob McKenna have joined forces with the Citizens Action Defense Fund to oppose Washington’s new tax on high-income earners, raising legal and constitutional questions.
Makeover in store for Congress with flood of lawmakers headed for the exits
A wave of exits from Congress—over 65 lawmakers—will usher in unfamiliar faces and decrease veteran expertise, shifting the political landscape in Washington.
Opinion: Sheriffs fight back
Four county sheriffs are suing to block a new law giving a governor-appointed board power to decertify and remove sheriffs, bypassing voter oversight in Washington.
Fiscal fallout: $375 million bond debt indirectly funding operating budget
Shifting $375 million from a loan fund impacts local infrastructure as Washington state covers operating costs with bond debt, prompting concern among officials and advocacy groups.
Lawsuit aims to block new eligibility requirements for WA sheriffs
Four sheriffs are suing over a state law that sets new eligibility rules, arguing it undermines voter authority by allowing removal for certification issues.
Opinion: The growing gap between public voice and political power
Todd Myers describes how large-scale protest and sign-ins often fail to sway state leaders, and argues authentic influence is most likely found through local action.
Opinion: Who is winning the race for affordable power?
Hydroelectric power keeps Washington competitive, but new laws and carbon pricing are driving up electricity costs for residents each year.
City of Battle Ground seeks applicants for Salary Commission vacancy
Battle Ground seeks a resident to join its independent Salary Commission, which reviews compensation and health benefits for local elected officials through 2027.
Vancouver Fire Department assists with Columbia River Marina fire response
Vancouver Fire Department joined Clark-Cowlitz and Scappoose crews to help fight a vessel and dock fire at Goble Marina, assisting in river operations where one boat sank and another was partially submerged.

Former WA Supreme Court justice joins legal effort against income tax

Makeover in store for Congress with flood of lawmakers headed for the exits

Obituary for Lucille ‘Erma’ Christenson Madore – April 22,1924-March 13, 2026

Fiscal fallout: $375 million bond debt indirectly funding operating budget

Lawsuit aims to block new eligibility requirements for WA sheriffs

City of Battle Ground seeks applicants for Salary Commission vacancy

Vancouver Fire Department assists with Columbia River Marina fire response

White House govt. Funding request for 2027 cuts $73 billion

Heywood asks WA Supreme Court to allow referendum effort on income tax

Opinion: Sheriffs fight back

Opinion: The growing gap between public voice and political power

Opinion: Who is winning the race for affordable power?

Opinion: Half the road, full stop – Understanding pedestrian right-of-way

Opinion: The state’s RFK-proofing bill comes with a cost

Opinion: What is the cost of a bridge?

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’

Former WA Supreme Court justice joins legal effort against income tax

Makeover in store for Congress with flood of lawmakers headed for the exits

Opinion: Sheriffs fight back

Fiscal fallout: $375 million bond debt indirectly funding operating budget

Lawsuit aims to block new eligibility requirements for WA sheriffs

Opinion: The growing gap between public voice and political power

Opinion: Who is winning the race for affordable power?

White House govt. Funding request for 2027 cuts $73 billion

Heywood asks WA Supreme Court to allow referendum effort on income tax

VIDEO: Families at center of WA transgender sports debate face-to-face with OSPI

As Washington lawmakers punt on school cellphone ban, some want more action

Opinion: Half the road, full stop – Understanding pedestrian right-of-way

Opinion: What is the cost of a bridge?

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

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

Obituary for Lucille ‘Erma’ Christenson Madore – April 22,1924-March 13, 2026

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

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









