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Stories by Lauren Ellenbecker

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New residents flooded central Vancouver to work at the Kaiser Shipyards during World War II, leading the city's population -- and water demands -- to surge. In response, Water Station 5 was built in 1942 to meet these needs, but its infrastructure has weakened over the decades since then.

Vancouver water station spruce up includes earthquake proofing

New residents flooded central Vancouver to work at the Kaiser Shipyards during World War II, leading the city's population -- and water demands -- to surge. In response, Water Station 5 was built in 1942 to meet these needs, but its infrastructure has weakened over the decades since then.

August 29, 2022, 6:07am Clark County News Subscriber Exclusive

Crews are preparing to seal the first renovated reservoir at Vancouver’s largest water station, advancing the city’s comprehensive plan to create a resilient water system. Read story

Vancouver seeks 2 for planning commission

August 27, 2022, 5:03am Clark County News Free

The city of Vancouver is seeking two volunteers who are experienced in community planning, urban design, equitable investment or housing policy to serve on its planning commission. Read story

Democrat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez will face Republican Joe Kent in the general election for the 3rd District congressional seat currently held by Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler.

Kent, Perez invited to face off in 3rd District debate in October

Democrat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez will face Republican Joe Kent in the general election for the 3rd District congressional seat currently held by Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler.

August 26, 2022, 5:18pm Clark County News

In early October, political newcomers Marie Gluesenkamp Perez and Joe Kent may argue why they should win the vote in Washington’s hotly contested 3rd Congressional District race. Read story

Comments sought on future of Vancouver’s Waterfront Gateway development

August 25, 2022, 5:59am Clark County News Free

Development processes for Vancouver’s waterfront are nigh, and project leads want to hear your input. Read story

In a six-year span, there were 86 accidents, including three between a car and a pedestrian, along Southeast 34th Street in east Vancouver.

Vancouver wants to see a safer 34th Street

In a six-year span, there were 86 accidents, including three between a car and a pedestrian, along Southeast 34th Street in east Vancouver.

August 18, 2022, 6:01am Clark County News

The city of Vancouver is searching for ways to make its streets safer as traffic congestion increases. Read story

Mike Reardon, executive director of Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington, left, welcomes U.S. Sen. Patty Murray before giving her a tour of the facility Wednesday morning. Sen. Murray spoke with local leaders and health care advocates about how the Inflation Reduction Act will allow Medicare to negotiate lower prescription drug costs.

Sen. Patty Murray reports progress on drug prices in Vancouver visit

Mike Reardon, executive director of Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington, left, welcomes U.S. Sen. Patty Murray before giving her a tour of the facility Wednesday morning. Sen. Murray spoke with local leaders and health care advocates about how the Inflation Reduction Act will allow Medicare to negotiate lower prescription drug costs.

August 18, 2022, 6:00am Clark County Health Subscriber Exclusive

It’s hard to estimate how much Lisa Bayautet spent out-of-pocket for a year’s worth of medication to treat her psoriatic arthritis. Read story

Fort Vancouver event offers historical garden tips

August 17, 2022, 5:38am Clark County News Free

Dig into green thumb techniques dating back to the 19th century at a free Fort Vancouver Garden party from 4-6 p.m. Saturday. Read story

Skamania County Commissioner Bob Hamlin stands in front of derelict buildings as he talks about future development plans.

Land ownership, maintenance a balancing act in Skamania County

Skamania County Commissioner Bob Hamlin stands in front of derelict buildings as he talks about future development plans.

August 16, 2022, 6:04am Clark County News Subscriber Exclusive

Skamania County sits at the mouth of the Columbia River Gorge, a prosperous nature reserve teeming with natural richness. Yet a starker reality exists in its rural communities that struggle to fund basic public services. Read story

Zach Wallace of Battle Ground flies his Honda through the air as the crowd erupts in support of the driver.

Tuff Trucks take the dirt road to ruin

Zach Wallace of Battle Ground flies his Honda through the air as the crowd erupts in support of the driver.

August 13, 2022, 7:50pm Clark County News

Bumpers, grills and exhaust pipes flew across a dusty track at the Clark County Event Center as anxious fans screamed for more obliteration. Read story

Democrat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez will face Republican Joe Kent in the general election for the 3rd District congressional seat currently held by Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler.

Perez, Kent sharpen positions in 3rd District race

Democrat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez will face Republican Joe Kent in the general election for the 3rd District congressional seat currently held by Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler.

August 11, 2022, 6:03am Clark County News

The top two candidates for the 3rd Congressional District are sharpening their attacks and honing their strategies for reaching voters who would have otherwise supported Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler — or might just stay home. Read story