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PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver.

PeaceHealth sued by former worker, accused of wage and hours violations

PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver.

March 5, 2024, 6:03am Business

A former employee of PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver has filed a class-action lawsuit against the health system for alleged wage and hour violations, including failing to provide employees with meal and rest breaks. Read story

A copy of poet and author Jae Nichelle&rsquo;s book &ldquo;God Themselves&rdquo; sits on a table Thursday at the Firstenburg Student Commons at Washington State University Vancouver. At the end of her performance, Nichelle gave away a free copy of her book to a student.

Black poet, author raises her voice at WSU Vancouver workshop and slam

A copy of poet and author Jae Nichelle&rsquo;s book &ldquo;God Themselves&rdquo; sits on a table Thursday at the Firstenburg Student Commons at Washington State University Vancouver. At the end of her performance, Nichelle gave away a free copy of her book to a student.

March 1, 2024, 3:09pm Clark County News

Poet and author Jae Nichelle doesn’t just write her words down on a page. She transforms them into a performance. Read story

The Tooth Fairy, center, is all smiles Wednesday at Sarah J. Anderson Elementary School in Hazel Dell. Tooth Fairy Jasmine, portrayed by Jasmine Lomax, is one of seven fairies who travel across the state and teach students about the importance of oral health.

Tooth Fairy gives Sarah J. Anderson Elementary students a reason to smile

The Tooth Fairy, center, is all smiles Wednesday at Sarah J. Anderson Elementary School in Hazel Dell. Tooth Fairy Jasmine, portrayed by Jasmine Lomax, is one of seven fairies who travel across the state and teach students about the importance of oral health.

February 28, 2024, 9:22pm Clark County Health

When kids lose a tooth, they leave it under their pillow and hope the Tooth Fairy pays them a visit during the night. Or at least that’s how it usually goes. Read story

PeaceHealth announced it will open a new primary care clinic in Orchards on March 4.

PeaceHealth to open new medical clinic in Orchards

PeaceHealth announced it will open a new primary care clinic in Orchards on March 4.

February 26, 2024, 5:56pm Clark County Health

PeaceHealth announced Monday it will open a new clinic, which will offer family services and primary care. Read story

The Lymantria dispar moth is a terribly destructive invasive species and has been recently found in Vancouver and Portland. Now state officials are moving quickly to eradicate it.

Inslee: ‘Invasive species and noxious weeds are already a big problem in Washington’

The Lymantria dispar moth is a terribly destructive invasive species and has been recently found in Vancouver and Portland. Now state officials are moving quickly to eradicate it.

February 26, 2024, 5:49pm Clark County News

Washington officials are asking residents in Clark County and the rest of the state to keep their eyes out for spongy moths, zebra mussels and other invasive species that threaten ecosystems here. Read story

A pickup struck a fire hydrant Monday morning, releasing thousands of gallons of water near Burton Road and Northeast 109th Avenue in east Vancouver.

Truck crashes into fire hydrant in east Vancouver, flooding street

A pickup struck a fire hydrant Monday morning, releasing thousands of gallons of water near Burton Road and Northeast 109th Avenue in east Vancouver.

February 26, 2024, 4:52pm Clark County News

A pickup struck a fire hydrant Monday morning, releasing thousands of gallons of water near Burton Road and Northeast 109th Avenue in east Vancouver. Read story

Fourth Plain Forward program manager Will Fuentes, from left, social media coordinator Almendra Velazquez and community development manager Sheila Davis during the &ldquo;Building Bridges&rdquo; marketing session workshop Tuesday at Fourth Plain Community Commons in Vancouver.

Fourth Plain Forward’s ‘Building Bridges’ series: Community members of color get help growing businesses

Fourth Plain Forward program manager Will Fuentes, from left, social media coordinator Almendra Velazquez and community development manager Sheila Davis during the &ldquo;Building Bridges&rdquo; marketing session workshop Tuesday at Fourth Plain Community Commons in Vancouver.

February 22, 2024, 6:06am Business

Vancouver nonprofit Fourth Plain Forward hosted its second marketing session of the year Tuesday afternoon aimed at helping community members of color hone their digital skills. Read story

Rebound Orthopedics and Neurosurgery external systems have been shut down since Monday, according to a customer service representative.

System problems continue at Rebound Orthopedics & Neurosurgery

Rebound Orthopedics and Neurosurgery external systems have been shut down since Monday, according to a customer service representative.

February 20, 2024, 6:13pm Business

It’s been weeks since Rebound Orthopedics & Neurosurgery’s external computer systems went down, and the company has yet to confirm whether a cyberattack is to blame. Meanwhile, one patient told The Columbian she’s been unable to reach the company, which has delayed her short-term disability checks. Read story

Dove the cat stretches her paw out to play with Larry the cat. Both are in one of the colony rooms, where they can roam freely, at the West Columbia Gorge Humane Society in Washougal.

West Columbia Gorge Humane Society in Washougal celebrates successful year of adoptions

Dove the cat stretches her paw out to play with Larry the cat. Both are in one of the colony rooms, where they can roam freely, at the West Columbia Gorge Humane Society in Washougal.

February 16, 2024, 6:07am Clark County News

It was a successful year for the West Columbia Gorge Humane Society and its family of furry friends. Read story

Vancouver’s PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center has reached a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice over allegations it violated the Americans with Disabilities Act by failing to provide a sign language interpreter for a deaf patient.

PeaceHealth settles over ADA violations after Vancouver hospital failed to provide sign language interpreter

Vancouver’s PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center has reached a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice over allegations it violated the Americans with Disabilities Act by failing to provide a sign language interpreter for a deaf patient.

February 15, 2024, 5:17pm Clark County Health

Vancouver’s PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center has reached a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice over allegations it violated the Americans with Disabilities Act by failing to provide a sign language interpreter for a deaf patient. Read story