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Christine Olsen, left, and Carl Olsen look for Christmas gifts for their kids on Saturday at Kazoodles toy store at Columbia Square in Vancouver. They went to Kazoodles to support small businesses.

Small Business Saturday offers Clark County retailers chance for holiday boost

Christine Olsen, left, and Carl Olsen look for Christmas gifts for their kids on Saturday at Kazoodles toy store at Columbia Square in Vancouver. They went to Kazoodles to support small businesses.

November 28, 2020, 3:00pm Business

In a difficult 2020, small businesses are hopeful for more upbeat moments in the spotlight. Read story

Eric Klopman of Klopman Farms walks through rows of noble firs while gearing up for Christmas tree season in Washougal. Tree farms are mostly outdoor operations, so it&#039;s relatively straightforward to add COVID-19 safety measures.

Christmas tree farms stand tall in Clark County

Eric Klopman of Klopman Farms walks through rows of noble firs while gearing up for Christmas tree season in Washougal. Tree farms are mostly outdoor operations, so it&#039;s relatively straightforward to add COVID-19 safety measures.

November 28, 2020, 6:06am Business

After a year in which the COVID-19 pandemic has upended nearly every business and industry, Clark County’s Christmas tree farm owners are preparing for their turn at navigating the new normal. Read story

Vancouver changed the parameters of its Multifamily Tax Exemption Program this week, tying its "affordability" requirement to the city's median income ($65,000) instead of the broader Portland-metro area ($92,000).

City of Vancouver looks to redefine ‘affordability’ in housing

Vancouver changed the parameters of its Multifamily Tax Exemption Program this week, tying its "affordability" requirement to the city's median income ($65,000) instead of the broader Portland-metro area ($92,000).

November 28, 2020, 6:05am Business

The city of Vancouver is planning to revise a tax exemption program designed to incentivize affordable housing, requiring developers to meet a more stringent definition of “affordability” in order to qualify. Read story

Morning Press: Kevin Peterson Jr. shooting; plans for former HP campus; Walk & Knock

November 28, 2020, 6:03am Clark County News

In case you missed them, here are some of the top stories from the week: Read story

From the Newsroom: Most races certain before certified

November 28, 2020, 6:00am Clark County News

I received a handful of complaints after the general election from people who were upset that we had reported the results in the next day’s paper. Read story

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Jeff Garmire runs along the Colorado Trail in August. A camera crew followed him during part of his 500-mile journey and captured enough footage to create a documentary. The trailer is coming next month, he said, and he plans on submitting it to some film festivals.

Vancouver-born ultramarathoner elevates 2020 by breaking Colorado Trail record

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Jeff Garmire runs along the Colorado Trail in August. A camera crew followed him during part of his 500-mile journey and captured enough footage to create a documentary. The trailer is coming next month, he said, and he plans on submitting it to some film festivals.

November 28, 2020, 5:05am Clark County News

When Jeff Garmire set out to break the record for an unsupported traverse of the 500-mile Colorado Trail in August, he sought to avoid COVID-19 exposure by skipping the normal practice of stopping at towns along the way. Read story

Emergency crews are clearing a multiple-vehicle crash Friday night on Interstate 5 milepost 12 southbound, the second in the span of seven hours that closed multiple lanes each.

Second Friday evening I5 crash closes multiple lanes

Emergency crews are clearing a multiple-vehicle crash Friday night on Interstate 5 milepost 12 southbound, the second in the span of seven hours that closed multiple lanes each.

November 27, 2020, 9:19pm Clark County News

The crash happened at about 8:50 p.m., according to the Washington State Department of Transportation. It's unknown if there are any injuries. Read story

Jennifer Lindsay and her daughter Elsa, 11, talk with an Old Navy employee as they wait in a socially distanced line on Friday at Vancouver Mall. Black Friday shoppers were a bit less numerous than usual in the morning, but foot traffic picked up in the afternoon.

Vancouver shoppers enjoy more low-key Black Friday

Jennifer Lindsay and her daughter Elsa, 11, talk with an Old Navy employee as they wait in a socially distanced line on Friday at Vancouver Mall. Black Friday shoppers were a bit less numerous than usual in the morning, but foot traffic picked up in the afternoon.

November 27, 2020, 7:16pm Business

Pam Stout and Sheri Kerr began their Black Friday at 6 a.m., heading to Fred Meyer for its annual sock sale, and the two shoppers found a vastly different experience with no crowds. Read story

All lanes of I-5 north close near La Center

November 27, 2020, 1:31pm Clark County News

Emergency crews closed all lanes of Interstate 5 north near the La Center exit at 12:38 p.m. Friday. Read story

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Man, 23, shot by Vancouver police officer during disturbance call

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November 27, 2020, 10:28am Clark County News

A Vancouver police officer shot a man during a disturbance call at a Fisher’s Landing East neighborhood home on Thanksgiving. Read story