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A Vancouver family boards a plane during an event hosted by the Autism Society of Oregon and Alaska Airlines to help those with autism adjust to flying.

‘Sky’s the Limit’ helps those with autism prep for air travel

A Vancouver family boards a plane during an event hosted by the Autism Society of Oregon and Alaska Airlines to help those with autism adjust to flying.

January 28, 2017, 7:29pm Clark County News

PORTLAND -- Nearly 200 people headed to the Portland International Airport on Saturday. They didn't pack bags. And their final destination wasn't a far-flung destination. Read story

Local lawmakers react to GOP’s plan for funding education

January 27, 2017, 8:08pm Clark County News

Since the Washington legislative session kicked off earlier this year, Democrats have called on their Republican counterparts in the Senate to offer a detailed proposal to fix the state’s school funding crisis. Read story

A street mural at the intersection of East 33rd and R streets has served as a traffic calming device aimed at encouraging drivers to slow down.

Neighborhoods, city team to keep traffic from racing through streets

A street mural at the intersection of East 33rd and R streets has served as a traffic calming device aimed at encouraging drivers to slow down.

January 25, 2017, 6:00am Clark County Life

Nearly a decade ago, Esther Schrader was determined to find a way to allow her neighbors to enjoy their backyards. Read story

Jaime Herrera Beutler listens to a question from David Letinich during an open town hall forum at 40 Et 8 Chateau in Vancouver on Jan. 16.

Elected officials respond to Gov. Inslee’s ACA request

Jaime Herrera Beutler listens to a question from David Letinich during an open town hall forum at 40 Et 8 Chateau in Vancouver on Jan. 16.

January 24, 2017, 9:18pm Clark County News

U.S. Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler joined forces with other members of the Washington Republican Congressional delegation to push back on Gov. Jay Inslee’s assessment that repealing the Affordable Care Act would be catastrophic for the state of Washington. Read story

People stand on the National Mall to listen to the 58th Presidential Inauguration for President Donald Trump at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Friday, Jan. 20, 2017.

State, local pols watch up close, from afar

People stand on the National Mall to listen to the 58th Presidential Inauguration for President Donald Trump at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Friday, Jan. 20, 2017.

January 20, 2017, 9:15pm Clark County News

When Clark County Republican Chair David Gellatly listened to President Donald Trump’s inaugural speech on Friday, he heard a theme he’s been stressing at the local level: how to promote unity. Read story

Flags with the image of President-elect Donald Trump are displayed for sale in Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington on Thursday ahead of Friday's inauguration.

Locals eager to witness Trump take the oath

Flags with the image of President-elect Donald Trump are displayed for sale in Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington on Thursday ahead of Friday's inauguration.

January 19, 2017, 9:45pm Clark County News

On Friday, Donald J. Trump will become the 45th president of the United States, taking the oath of office in front of thousands of politicians, dignitaries and members of the public, including several Southwest Washington residents. Read story

Jaime Herrera Beutler listens Tuesday to a question from David Letinich during an open town hall forum at 40 Et 8 Chateau in Vancouver on Jan. 17.

Herrera Beutler pushed on health lawvideo icon

Jaime Herrera Beutler listens Tuesday to a question from David Letinich during an open town hall forum at 40 Et 8 Chateau in Vancouver on Jan. 17.

January 17, 2017, 6:42pm Clark County News

Before the Affordable Care Act, Joseph Maldonado, a 37-year-old Vancouver resident who works full time at a Shell gas station, was uninsured. On Tuesday, Maldonado attended a town hall meeting hosted by Republican U.S. Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler to ask a question echoed by many: Will he get the same… Read story

Taxi driver Jason Coffield stands outside a taxi at Vancouver Cab on Thursday evening.

Clark County businesses clean up in the snow

Taxi driver Jason Coffield stands outside a taxi at Vancouver Cab on Thursday evening.

January 12, 2017, 5:25pm Business

For much of the region, the winter storm conditions pummeling the area have meant staying home from work and taking a snow day. Read story

Gov. Jay Inslee is applauded during his inaugural address to a joint session of the Legislature Wednesday, Jan. 11, in Olympia.

Elected officials react to governor’s inaugural address

Gov. Jay Inslee is applauded during his inaugural address to a joint session of the Legislature Wednesday, Jan. 11, in Olympia.

January 11, 2017, 7:24pm Clark County News

As Democratic Gov. Jay Inslee urged the Washington Legislature to fully fund the state’s public schools in his State of the State speech on Wednesday, newly elected Sen. Lynda Wilson, R-Vancouver, sat behind the governor on the dais looking out at the entire legislative body. Read story

Veterans Ron Powers, from left, Ron Fryer and Michael Stacey talk about their idea for a microhome village for veterans in the West Minnehaha neighborhood in Vancouver.

Nonprofit plans microhomes for homeless female veterans

Veterans Ron Powers, from left, Ron Fryer and Michael Stacey talk about their idea for a microhome village for veterans in the West Minnehaha neighborhood in Vancouver.

January 9, 2017, 6:05am Clark County News

When Michael Stacey returned from the Vietnam War in 1973, he was proudly wearing his uniform as he stepped off the plane. The reaction from the public was disheartening. Read story