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Top Stories: Humane Society costs; what was that odor?; ‘Ticket sent’ sign

September 28, 2024, 6:12am Clark County News

Here are some of the top stories of the week on columbian.com. Wondering what else was popular this week with readers? Check out our Trending Stories page. Read story

Rep. Paul Harris, R-Vancouver, left, listens as White Salmon Mayor Marla Keethler answers a question Tuesday during an editorial board meeting at The Columbian. The two are vying for the 17th Legislative District Senate seat.

Senate candidates Harris and Keethler have contrasting visions in 17th District racevideo icon

Rep. Paul Harris, R-Vancouver, left, listens as White Salmon Mayor Marla Keethler answers a question Tuesday during an editorial board meeting at The Columbian. The two are vying for the 17th Legislative District Senate seat.

September 28, 2024, 6:12am Clark County News

The candidates for state Senate in the 17th Legislative District have contrasting views on the best way to address homelessness, child care and climate change. Read story

Most news organizations keep stock images of police lights, like this one, at the ready to be used with quick-turnaround crime stories.

From the Newsroom: Erroneous perception of crime is a crime in itself

Most news organizations keep stock images of police lights, like this one, at the ready to be used with quick-turnaround crime stories.

September 28, 2024, 6:11am Clark County News

Did you see the good news on the front page of Tuesday’s Columbian (and posted online Monday afternoon for our digital audience)? Read story

Washougal Police Chief Wendi Steinbronn says the body-worn camera program the department has helped with civility in the community.

Washougal police chief says new body-worn cameras ‘improve civility’

Washougal Police Chief Wendi Steinbronn says the body-worn camera program the department has helped with civility in the community.

September 28, 2024, 6:10am Clark County News

Washougal Police Chief Wendi Steinbronn says the department’s body-worn camera program has improved the civility of encounters, and helped mitigate and protect against frivolous complaints since its inception in June 2023. Read story

John Svilarich

Camas Councilman Svilarich now faces felony charges in August incident involving a verbal incident and a gun

John Svilarich

September 28, 2024, 6:10am Clark County News

Court records offer more details on the events leading up to the Sept. 13 arrest of a Camas City Council member. Read story

Vancouver City Hall (The Columbian files)

Five Vancouver city charter amendments on November ballot would update language and procedures

Vancouver City Hall (The Columbian files)

September 28, 2024, 6:08am Clark County News

Vancouver residents will consider five city charter amendments on the November ballot, mostly regarding minor tweaks to outdated language and procedures. Read story

Everybody Has a Story: Reader’s Digest a common thread

September 28, 2024, 6:08am Clark County Life

I remember my grandpa, my mom’s dad, as a person who spoke few words. Yet, we knew he loved and cared for us — his family, his wife, his grandchildren. He was tall in my eyes. He was actually so tall, I had to look way up on those occasions… Read story

Check It Out: True stories that read like fiction

September 28, 2024, 6:07am Clark County Life

True confession: I read more fiction than nonfiction. It’s not because I want to live in a fantasy world (well, mostly not …). It’s because I love storytelling. Intricate, breathtaking plots! Exotic faraway places! Fascinating, colorful people! And words — oh, the flow of the language on the page, that… Read story

Gardening with Allen: Short days lead to fall color

September 28, 2024, 6:06am Clark County Life

I have noticed the change in leaf color is starting. Do you know what causes leaves to change color? Read story

Energy Adviser: Learn to spot scam phone calls, emails

September 28, 2024, 6:05am Clark County Life

As long as there has been money, scammers have been trying to get it from honest people. Here’s how to stay on guard with utility scammers. Read story