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Young artist from Clark County displayed their work at the 2023 Youth House art show. The theme for the show was resiliency.

Vancouver art exhibit showcases resiliency of youth

Young artist from Clark County displayed their work at the 2023 Youth House art show. The theme for the show was resiliency.

June 3, 2023, 6:03am Clark County News

A crowd gathered in front of Youth House in downtown Vancouver on Thursday evening, shaded by a giant tree’s wingspan. Read story

Andrea Brooks, president and CEO of Lifeline Connections, left, speaks during an opening ceremony for their new involuntary treatment program as director of involuntary treatment Raven Mosley loos on at the Crisis Wellness Center on Thursday.

Involuntary treatment center opens in Fruit Valley

Andrea Brooks, president and CEO of Lifeline Connections, left, speaks during an opening ceremony for their new involuntary treatment program as director of involuntary treatment Raven Mosley loos on at the Crisis Wellness Center on Thursday.

June 2, 2023, 6:06am Clark County Health

Nearly 35 years ago, Clark County Sheriff John Horch was working as a deputy in Hazel Dell when he encountered a man, Paul, who kept having the police called on him. Read story

Art therapy is linked to reducing anxiety, depression and stress. On June 6, youth will showcase various art forms at Youth House art show.

Art show highlights work of Clark County’s youth

Art therapy is linked to reducing anxiety, depression and stress. On June 6, youth will showcase various art forms at Youth House art show.

June 1, 2023, 6:03am Clark County News

Clark County Youth House will host an art show from 5-8 p.m. today at 1012 Esther St., Vancouver, displaying multimedia artwork. Read story

Lifeline Connections to celebrate new center in Vancouver

June 1, 2023, 5:18am Clark County News Free

Lifeline Connections will host a short opening ceremony of its new Crisis Wellness Center involuntary treatment program at 2 p.m. today at 5197 N.W. Lower River Road, Vancouver. Read story

Columbia River Mental Health Services facility manager Michael Graves shows off the lobby of the new NorthStar substance use treatment facility.

NorthStar ready to be new tool in opioid fight in Clark County

Columbia River Mental Health Services facility manager Michael Graves shows off the lobby of the new NorthStar substance use treatment facility.

May 31, 2023, 6:08am Clark County Health

Michael Graves peels open a large, black safe, revealing something resembling a milk jug. Read story

Apartments look over construction vehicles on a site along Northeast 138th Avenue in Vancouver.

Clark County housing developers face challenges due to environmental and zoning constraints

Apartments look over construction vehicles on a site along Northeast 138th Avenue in Vancouver.

May 30, 2023, 6:09am Business

Clark County has an extensive bank of land throughout its various cities. Yet the same beloved landscapes of hills and water that grace the region are some of the barriers shortchanging developers’ ability to build affordable homes. Read story

The city of Vancouver has proposed a location for a fourth Safe Stay community. The city already has two pallet shelter communities open in the city — one on central Fourth Plain and one in east Vancouver's Image Neighborhood. The third location was supposed to be open in downtown by now but has seen delays.

Proposed location for Vancouver’s fourth Safe Stay draws mixed reviews

The city of Vancouver has proposed a location for a fourth Safe Stay community. The city already has two pallet shelter communities open in the city — one on central Fourth Plain and one in east Vancouver's Image Neighborhood. The third location was supposed to be open in downtown by now but has seen delays.

May 26, 2023, 6:05am Clark County News

Property in the Lincoln neighborhood is being eyed for a potential home for the city of Vancouver’s fourth Safe Stay, which is resulting in mixed reviews from the community. Read story

The city of Vancouver has proposed a location for a fourth Safe Stay community. The city already has two pallet shelter communities open in the city — one on central Fourth Plain and one in east Vancouver's Image Neighborhood. The third location was supposed to be open in downtown by now but has seen delays.

Vancouver’s 4th Safe Stay Community proposed for upper Main Street, near Kiggins Bowl

The city of Vancouver has proposed a location for a fourth Safe Stay community. The city already has two pallet shelter communities open in the city — one on central Fourth Plain and one in east Vancouver's Image Neighborhood. The third location was supposed to be open in downtown by now but has seen delays.

May 24, 2023, 3:30pm Clark County News

The city of Vancouver announced Wednesday that it is seeking community input on its proposed fourth Safe Stay location at 4611 Main Street. Read story

Many nonprofits and organizations are teaming up to respond to Clark County's fentanyl crisis, and Xchange is helping to make those connections. "We have been involved with the recovery work in Clark County for 19 years and are very grateful for the many agencies and folks involved in this fight against the enemy of addiction," said Xchange's Program Director Vicky Smith said.

Officials: Washington’s new drug policy not a perfect solution

Many nonprofits and organizations are teaming up to respond to Clark County's fentanyl crisis, and Xchange is helping to make those connections. "We have been involved with the recovery work in Clark County for 19 years and are very grateful for the many agencies and folks involved in this fight against the enemy of addiction," said Xchange's Program Director Vicky Smith said.

May 21, 2023, 6:05am Clark County News

Senate Bill 5536, known as Blake Fix, was a polarizing topic for lawmakers during the regular 105-day session earlier this year. Democrats and Republicans were close to striking a deal, but it crumbled before the final gavel. However, on Monday, Inslee and the Legislature brought the bill back to life… Read story

The 57th Hazel Dell Parade of Bands on Saturday included performances ranging from music to traditional dances.

Hazel Dell Parade of Bands returns for 57th year

The 57th Hazel Dell Parade of Bands on Saturday included performances ranging from music to traditional dances.

May 20, 2023, 8:30pm Clark County News

The Hazel Dell Parade of Bands returned on Saturday, celebrating its 57th year of bringing residents from across the city to enjoy a morning of live music, candy and patriotism. Hundreds of spectators lined the sidewalks to watch the more than 25 local marching bands, parade floats, classic vehicles, sports… Read story