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Port envisions a ‘21st century working waterfront’ for Ridgefield

ClarkCountyToday.com — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 21:41:13 +0000

The Port of Ridgefield's waterfront survey closes Aug. 17, with 250 to 350 total residential units planned for full buildout.

Vancouver opens Lodging Tax Grant applications for 2027 tourism events, festivals and programs

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 22:41:29 +0000

Vancouver's Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is accepting 2027 grant applications funded by a 4% hotel and lodging tax.

With cracks showing in WA economy, Ferguson forms new council to look for fixes

ClarkCountyToday.com — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:10:49 +0000

Just 7% of surveyed Washington businesses rated the state's economy as strong, with nearly half expecting a recession within a year.

Vancouver launches $2.4M small business loan program in partnership with Business Impact NW

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:53:45 +0000

Vancouver's new $2.4M Revolving Loan Fund targets small businesses in the Fourth Plain area that can't secure traditional financing.

County Council, Planning Commission to hold work sessions on comprehensive plan update

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:31:21 +0000

Work sessions run June through July covering land use, housing, transportation, and capital facilities chapters.

Vancouver City Council adopts Comprehensive Plan

ClarkCountyToday.com — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:56:46 +0000

Vancouver's new 20-year plan calls for 38,000 more homes and 43,000 more jobs as the city prepares for 81,000 new residents by 2045.

Battle Ground introduces Old Town Facade Improvement Grant Program

ClarkCountyToday.com — Fri, 01 May 2026 20:14:21 +0000

Battle Ground launches grant program offering up to $10,000 per business for Old Town storefront improvements.

Opinion: Growing Pains and Green Gains – A smarter path for Clark County

ClarkCountyToday.com — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:51:27 +0000

Three mayors propose Transfer of Development Rights program to balance growth with farmland preservation in Clark County.

Washougal ramps up efforts to support small businesses

ClarkCountyToday.com — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 19:48:52 +0000

Washougal launches Gateway to Success Series with free workshops starting April 15 at Best Western Plus Convention Center.

Letter: Don’t leave Longview in the dark

ClarkCountyToday.com — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 20:45:08 +0000

Longview Mayor Erik Halvorson warns that uncertainty in Washington’s energy policy is deterring manufacturing investment, citing a local project’s move to the Gulf as evidence of this statewide challenge.