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Ekklesia Theatre presents ‘Every Brilliant Thing’

ClarkCountyToday.com — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 21:17:00 +0000

Interactive theatre production donates 50% of ticket sales to local counseling services.

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

ClarkCountyToday.com — Fri, 14 Nov 2025 21:23:24 +0000

The new Ogden Elementary Club will open in January 2026, offering free after-school and summer programs for hundreds of students through a 21st CCLC grant.

Part I: Vancouver city candidates answer questions on homelessness

Paul Valencia — Tue, 21 Oct 2025 21:03:07 +0000

Seven Vancouver mayoral and council candidates share their perspectives on homelessness, addressing the upcoming Bridge Shelter and responses to the Grants Pass ruling.

City of Vancouver selects contractor for Bridge Shelter

ClarkCountyToday.com — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 01:38:57 +0000

The Vancouver City Council approved a $9.38 million contract with Tapani Inc. to construct the 120-bed Bridge Shelter, designed to help people experiencing homelessness transition to permanent housing.

Derek Thompson to challenge Erik Paulsen for Vancouver Council Seat 2

Ken Vance, Editor — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 20:36:08 +0000

Derek Thompson will challenge Erik Paulsen for Vancouver City Council Seat 2, focusing on homelessness, safety, mental health, veterans, education, growth, and opposing bridge tolling.

Letter: ‘Clark County must prioritize the expansion of pedestrian and bicycle trails to promote the health and well-being of its residents’

ClarkCountyToday.com — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 01:05:50 +0000

Kim Hamlik urges Clark County to expand its trail networks, citing benefits for physical and mental health, accessibility, and quality of life across the community.

Rep. John Ley visits empty Brockmann mental health facility, calls for state to fund its operation

ClarkCountyToday.com — Sat, 19 Jul 2025 02:25:38 +0000

Rep. John Ley criticized the state for failing to fund the $42 million Brockmann mental health facility in Vancouver, which remains empty and fenced despite being ready for operation.

City and County funding agreement advances Bridge Shelter project

ClarkCountyToday.com — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 22:03:54 +0000

Vancouver and Clark County councils approved a $2.1M funding deal to support construction of the Bridge Shelter, offering trauma-informed services and shelter access to residents beyond city limits.

Cowlitz Indian Tribe and Columbia River Mental Health Services announce Letter of Intent to protect behavioral health services

ClarkCountyToday.com — Fri, 11 Jul 2025 22:41:15 +0000

The Cowlitz Indian Tribe and Columbia River Mental Health Services signed a letter of intent to transition behavioral health services under the Tribe’s care, ensuring service continuity across Southwest Washington.

Washington updates student discipline rules for public schools

ClarkCountyToday.com — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 03:19:10 +0000

Washington is set to implement new permanent student discipline rules on July 11, with state officials citing post-pandemic behavior shifts — but advocates warn the policies could disproportionately impact vulnerable students.