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The draft supplemental environmental impact statement is key document that covers the benefits and impacts of the proposed bridge plan, including on the environment and affected properties.

After delays, I-5 Bridge replacement environmental impact statement on the horizon

The draft supplemental environmental impact statement is key document that covers the benefits and impacts of the proposed bridge plan, including on the environment and affected properties.

February 8, 2024, 2:53pm Business

As the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program continues to crank toward groundbreaking by late 2025 or early ’26, the release of a key piece — the draft supplemental environmental impact statement — appears to be in sight. Read story

The Waterfront Gateway project is expected to bridge downtown Vancouver to the waterfront district.

Vancouver’s Waterfront Gateway Project ‘creating a place for people to connect year-round’

The Waterfront Gateway project is expected to bridge downtown Vancouver to the waterfront district.

February 6, 2024, 6:05am Business Subscriber Exclusive

Vancouver officials are seeking feedback on the design of the central plaza behind City Hall, a key piece of the Waterfront Gateway project that aims to connect downtown to the waterfront district. Read story

The Vine on Fourth Plain, also known as the Green Vine, opened in 2017.

Homes along Fourth Plain near C-Tran’s Vine route jumped in value 5-7% more than average, says study

The Vine on Fourth Plain, also known as the Green Vine, opened in 2017.

February 3, 2024, 6:14am Business

Homes within a 20-minute walk of a Vine on Fourth Plain station experienced a boost in their property values since the bus rapid transit line opened in early 2017, according to a new study. Read story

C-Tran appoints Annette Shaw as COO

February 2, 2024, 5:56am Business

In the second C-Tran C-suite announcement of the week, Annette Shaw will be the agency’s new chief operating officer. Read story

Port of Vancouver secures $100K EV charging grant

February 2, 2024, 5:55am Business

The Port of Vancouver secured a $100,000 electric vehicle charging grant from the Washington State Department of Commerce, the port announced Thursday. Read story

The Tunnel 5 wildfire burns on more than 530 acres near Underwood, Wash., in the Columbia River Gorge on Monday, July 3, 2023.

Renter sues BNSF Railway over July Tunnel Five Fire, says home, belongings destroyed in blaze

The Tunnel 5 wildfire burns on more than 530 acres near Underwood, Wash., in the Columbia River Gorge on Monday, July 3, 2023.

February 1, 2024, 6:06am Business

A renter whose home and belongings were destroyed in the Tunnel Five Fire in July is suing BNSF Railway, alleging its operation caused the wildfire in Skamania County. Read story

Stretch of Interstate 205 north to close Sunday between state Highway 500, Northeast Fourth Plain Boulevard overpasses

February 1, 2024, 5:55am Clark County News

All northbound lanes of Interstate 205 at Milepost 30.5, between the state Highway 500 and Northeast Fourth Plain Boulevard overpasses will be closed Sunday morning. Read story

A rendering of Lincoln Place II, a permanent supportive housing complex being designed by Access Architecture, has floor-to-ceiling windows, muted natural colors and a brick exterior on the ground floor to create a calming atmosphere for people exiting homelessness.

Vancouver awarded $3.5M in grants for affordable housing

A rendering of Lincoln Place II, a permanent supportive housing complex being designed by Access Architecture, has floor-to-ceiling windows, muted natural colors and a brick exterior on the ground floor to create a calming atmosphere for people exiting homelessness.

January 31, 2024, 6:08am Business

The city of Vancouver won $3.5 million in state grants for four affordable housing projects, the Washington Department of Commerce announced Tuesday. Read story

Tax help available for residents of Clark, Skamania counties

January 31, 2024, 5:57am Churches & Religion

Tax season is here and the AARP in Clark and Skamania counties is offering assistance. Read story

Leann Caver will become C-Tran's CEO on March 1.

C-Tran names new chief with deputy CEO taking the top role

Leann Caver will become C-Tran's CEO on March 1.

January 30, 2024, 11:30am Business

Leann Caver will be C-Tran’s next chief executive officer, the agency’s board of directors decided in a unanimous vote Monday. Read story