December 5, 2023, 6:05am Business
A few months ago, Denise Currie thought her store with free items for people with low incomes, The Giving Closet, would close by Christmas. But after media outlets, including The Columbian, shared her plight, the donations came flooding in from community members. Read story
December 4, 2023, 11:29am Business
The New York Stock Exchange is again threatening to remove Vancouver-based BowFlex. This time, the company’s valuation is at issue. Read story
December 2, 2023, 6:08am Business
When Seanette Corkill moved from the Midwest to Vancouver in 1989, Main Street was hardly bustling. Like many, she picked Vancouver for tax purposes and its proximity to Interstate 5. Read story
December 1, 2023, 5:59am Business
Beginning on Dec. 11, Amtrak is adding two additional round-trips between Portland and Seattle, bringing the number of daily train trips between the two cities to 14. Read story
December 1, 2023, 5:57am Business
The Port of Vancouver plans to grant $10,000 from its community fund to selected projects that focus on economic development, workforce training and tourism. It will accept applications until 5 p.m. Jan. 22, 2024. Read story
December 1, 2023, 5:56am Business
The Greater Vancouver Chamber is encouraging middle school students in Southwest Washington to apply for the National Civics Bee, a competition where students can win prizes for their knowledge of American civics. Read story
November 30, 2023, 6:05am Business Subscriber Exclusive
Long-rumored anchor tenant Trader Joe’s has filed for a liquor license at the new Skyview Station in Salmon Creek. Read story
November 29, 2023, 6:07am Business
Clark County’s retailers are just starting their busy season, a time that is critically important to small retailers nationwide. Still, a new survey shows consumers may not be aware of how beneficial it is to small businesses when consumers spend their dollars locally. Read story
November 28, 2023, 5:35pm Business
Tuesday marked the 11th annual GivingTuesday, a day when many local nonprofits launched campaigns to generate community donations. Read story
November 28, 2023, 5:59am Business
Camas-based semiconductor and fiber laser provider nLIGHT announced Monday the company has secured a $34.5 million contract supporting the U.S. Army’s Rapid Capabilities Critical Technologies Office. Read story