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Opinion: When you’ve lost Christine Gregoire, you’ve lost Washington

ClarkCountyToday.com — Fri, 15 May 2026 21:50:59 +0000

Former Gov. Gregoire says Washington's $80B budget reflects a spending problem, not an income problem.

State business advocates believe consumers will feel Jan. 1 rate hike

ClarkCountyToday.com — Wed, 27 Dec 2023 00:16:20 +0000

An average annual increase of $65 in workers’ compensation premiums will be shared by employers and employees starting Jan. 1.

Opinion: Workers deserve to hear all sides of a story

ClarkCountyToday.com — Sat, 21 Oct 2023 02:39:07 +0000

Elizabeth Hovde believes it is incumbent upon Washington state’s federal delegation to step up and defend workers against forced neutrality agreements and against a pro-union administration that doesn’t have their backs.

Opinion: College-degree requirement can limit qualified applicants

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 14 Sep 2023 21:10:46 +0000

Elizabeth Hovde of the Washington Policy Center believes state hiring should be based on the skills and abilities needed for the position, without automatically excluding those who don’t hold a college degree.

Opinion: Get ready for new payroll tax

ClarkCountyToday.com — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 04:28:09 +0000

Washington state's upcoming payroll tax for long-term care is causing confusion and concerns as some argue it will financially burden those who won't benefit from the program and should instead encourage individual responsibility.

‘Ready to go’: State prepares to collect, invest funds for WA Cares program

ClarkCountyToday.com — Sun, 04 Jun 2023 01:41:38 +0000

Washington state prepares to collect and invest funds for its new long-term care insurance program, WA Cares, with premiums set to be deducted from paychecks starting July 1 and benefits beginning in 2026, offering a potential lifetime benefit of $36,500 for in-home nursing care.

Washington bans pot-based hiring discrimination for most employers

ClarkCountyToday.com — Sat, 27 May 2023 01:23:45 +0000

Washington state has passed a law, effective January 1, 2024, banning hiring discrimination based on off-the-job cannabis use and the presence of non-psychoactive cannabis metabolites in drug tests, opening up job opportunities for qualified applicants who use cannabis.

Woodland High School’s Job Ready Career Fair connects local businesses with students

ClarkCountyToday.com — Wed, 03 May 2023 00:10:42 +0000

Woodland High School and the Port of Woodland organized a Job Ready Career Fair for over 750 students, providing them with an opportunity to interact with numerous employers, business owners, and post-secondary education programs to explore potential career paths.

Woodland Public Schools and the Port of Woodland invite employers to meet with students at career fair

ClarkCountyToday.com — Fri, 10 Feb 2023 01:36:39 +0000

Woodland Public Schools and the Port of Woodland have partnered to create the Career Ready Woodland career fair where local employers can speak directly to students at Woodland High School on Thursday, March 30. Businesses are invited to send representatives at no cost to attend this exciting event.

Discover local jobs and career opportunities at the BGPS Industry Fair on Feb. 16

ClarkCountyToday.com — Tue, 07 Feb 2023 00:42:15 +0000

Attend the upcoming Battle Ground Public Schools Industry Fair on Thu., Feb. 16, to learn about apprenticeships and jobs in health care, education, manufacturing, technology, construction, finance, hospitality, retail, transportation and more.