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Gov. Ferguson signs law to undo WA estate tax increase enacted last year

ClarkCountyToday.com — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:56:54 +0000

Washington rolls back its estate tax hike, restoring previous rates and prompting uncertainty around $340 million in expected revenue for education.

Winners, losers and takeaways from WA’s legislative session

ClarkCountyToday.com — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:58:51 +0000

Funding reductions affect Transition to Kindergarten and Running Start, while free school lunches are set for 2029 using new income tax revenue.

Clark College State of the College Address highlights achievements, challenges and regional impact

ClarkCountyToday.com — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:40:06 +0000

Clark College’s annual address showcased student achievements, rising enrollment, robust scholarships, and workforce-driven academic programs influencing the regional economy in Southwest Washington.

Opinion: HB 2100 – Tax employers for paying people well? It’s for the needy, sorta

ClarkCountyToday.com — Sat, 24 Jan 2026 18:43:59 +0000

Elizabeth New (Hovde) argues House Bill 2100 would raise costs, discourage job growth, and expand state spending power under the banner of helping people in need.

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

ClarkCountyToday.com — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 19:59:54 +0000

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.

WSU Vancouver hosts Scholarships 101 Information Night to help students make college more affordable

ClarkCountyToday.com — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 19:28:04 +0000

WSU Vancouver will host a free Scholarships 101 event on Dec. 3 to help students learn strategies for finding and earning scholarships.

Discover your future at WSU Vancouver’s Preview Day, Nov. 15

ClarkCountyToday.com — Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:25:13 +0000

WSU Vancouver will host its free Preview Day event on Nov. 15, offering prospective students and families a firsthand look at campus life, admissions, and financial aid opportunities.

Opinion: Killing God’s gifts to humanity

ClarkCountyToday.com — Tue, 16 Sep 2025 01:30:04 +0000

Vincent Cavaleri of the Silent Majority Foundation reflects on the assassinations of Martin Luther King Jr. and Charlie Kirk, drawing parallels in their faith, advocacy, and calls for unity.

WSU Vancouver offers public workshop on how to pay for college

ClarkCountyToday.com — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 23:51:31 +0000

WSU Vancouver will host four free A–Z of Paying for College Workshops this fall, guiding students and families through financial aid, scholarships, and strategies to manage tuition costs.

Washington governor wants agencies to look for deeper cuts

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 00:48:28 +0000

Gov. Bob Ferguson is warning state agencies to prepare for deeper cuts as Washington’s budget shortfall worsens, with a new revenue forecast due June 24 and economic uncertainty growing.