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Stories by Lauren Ellenbecker

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City of Vancouver says homeowners should check on trees

December 30, 2021, 6:07am Clark County News

As property owners tend to their homes, vehicles and driveways during the winter, they should also consider checking the health of their trees. Read story

Battle Ground event honors fallen soldier

December 30, 2021, 6:05am Clark County News

The public is welcome to attend a ceremony honoring a local soldier who died during his service and his family to assure they are remembered. Read story

Gerald Gaule operates his one-man radio network from his apartment, where he has been working remotely for years -- trying to keep the radio business alive.

Orchards man’s radio station aims to help blind, visually impaired, disabled vets

Gerald Gaule operates his one-man radio network from his apartment, where he has been working remotely for years -- trying to keep the radio business alive.

December 29, 2021, 6:08am Clark County News

A local up-and-coming amateur radio station for blind and disabled veterans began airing every day from 6 a.m. to noon in December. Read story

Cindy Steffen of Battle Ground keeps in step with her dog, Hato, 2, as they enjoy a brisk but scenic walk around their neighborhood Monday morning, Dec. 27, 2021. Forecasters predict the cold temperatures and chance of snow will stick around for most of the week.

Cold temps are in Clark County to stay

Cindy Steffen of Battle Ground keeps in step with her dog, Hato, 2, as they enjoy a brisk but scenic walk around their neighborhood Monday morning, Dec. 27, 2021. Forecasters predict the cold temperatures and chance of snow will stick around for most of the week.

December 27, 2021, 12:50pm Clark County News Free

Bundle up. The weather is not likely to get warmer any time soon. Read story

Volunteer Carl Utter keeps in step with shelter dog, Cowboy, while helping out at the Humane Society for Southwest Washington on Wednesday morning.

Volunteers find holiday cheer at Humane Society in Vancouver on Christmas Day

Volunteer Carl Utter keeps in step with shelter dog, Cowboy, while helping out at the Humane Society for Southwest Washington on Wednesday morning.

December 25, 2021, 6:02am Clark County News Subscriber Exclusive

Work of caring for homeless animals goes on 365 days of the year at Humane Society Read story

More than 70 percent of salmon and steelhead populations are not keeping pace with recovery goals, and some are in crisis of fading altogether, according to a 2020 report from State of Salmon in Watersheds. Salmon runs in the Columbia River are at their lowest abundance in 10 years — a stark contrast from their peak 10 to 16 million population.

Groups see opportunity in Inslee’s salmon plan

More than 70 percent of salmon and steelhead populations are not keeping pace with recovery goals, and some are in crisis of fading altogether, according to a 2020 report from State of Salmon in Watersheds. Salmon runs in the Columbia River are at their lowest abundance in 10 years — a stark contrast from their peak 10 to 16 million population.

December 23, 2021, 6:03am Clark County News

The lower Columbia River may receive funding to address salmon recovery in a statewide effort to protect and conserve fish populations. Read story

Planes are parked near the runway at Pearson Field in March 2019.

Pearson Field to receive federal funds

Planes are parked near the runway at Pearson Field in March 2019.

December 17, 2021, 6:03am Business

Vancouver’s Pearson Field is set to receive $159,000 in federal infrastructure funding to improve its safety, security and volume. Read story

Vancouver Public Works converts its vehicles to tackle treacherous conditions in the winter. City staff caution residents to drive safely and be aware of black ice on the city's 1,900 miles of paved streets, as limited resources restrict crews from tending to all of these areas.

Vancouver urges residents to be prepared for winter road conditions

Vancouver Public Works converts its vehicles to tackle treacherous conditions in the winter. City staff caution residents to drive safely and be aware of black ice on the city's 1,900 miles of paved streets, as limited resources restrict crews from tending to all of these areas.

December 16, 2021, 6:04am Clark County News

As the city of Vancouver’s Public Works crews are preparing for winter conditions, city staff urge residents to take their own precautions for managing freezing weather. Read story

Students learn the days of the week at Jack and Jill Daycare. If passed, the child care plan in the Build Back Better Act would make care more accessible and affordable through subsidies.

Sen. Murray says child care provisions in Build Back Better Act will benefit Washington families

Students learn the days of the week at Jack and Jill Daycare. If passed, the child care plan in the Build Back Better Act would make care more accessible and affordable through subsidies.

December 16, 2021, 6:03am Business Subscriber Exclusive

Child care in America has been a silent crisis for years. Read story

Vancouver mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle speaks during the Our Community Salutes ceremony on Saturday, April 24, 2021, at the Fort Vancouver Artillery Barracks. The event honored more than 100 future military service members from throughout the region.

National coalition salutes Mayor McEnerny-Ogle’s leadership

Vancouver mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle speaks during the Our Community Salutes ceremony on Saturday, April 24, 2021, at the Fort Vancouver Artillery Barracks. The event honored more than 100 future military service members from throughout the region.

December 11, 2021, 2:17pm Clark County News

The U.S. Global Leadership Coalition honored Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle during a virtual event Tuesday for her advocacy and leadership in Vancouver. Read story