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The Interstate 5 Bridge.

Clark Asks: Why not replace I-5 Bridge trunnion while traffic’s light?

The Interstate 5 Bridge.

March 22, 2020, 6:03am Clark County News

With people hunkered down at home because of COVID-19, wouldn’t now be a good time to replace the Interstate 5 Bridge’s cracked trunnion? Read story

Patrick Timm is a local weather specialist. His column appears Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.

Weather Eye: Cold, wet weather returns for week ahead

Patrick Timm is a local weather specialist. His column appears Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.

March 22, 2020, 6:01am Clark County News

Basking in the sunshine has been a popular activity the past several days as high pressure brought us mostly sunny skies and a couple of days well into the 60s. Read story

Clark County Council Chair Eileen Quiring speaks to the media about the first two COVID-19 deaths at the Clark County Public Service Center&#039;s sixth-floor hearing room on Tuesday morning.

Clark County cities expand power during crisis

Clark County Council Chair Eileen Quiring speaks to the media about the first two COVID-19 deaths at the Clark County Public Service Center&#039;s sixth-floor hearing room on Tuesday morning.

March 22, 2020, 6:00am Clark County News Free

All municipalities in Clark County have declared civil emergencies in response to COVID-19, part of a deluge of updates from governments reacting to the virus. Read story

Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson and Secretary of State Kim Wyman said Friday that residents should be wary of schemes regarding COVID-19.

Officials warn virus-related scams are circulating

Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson and Secretary of State Kim Wyman said Friday that residents should be wary of schemes regarding COVID-19.

March 21, 2020, 8:33pm Clark County News Free

Criminal justice officials are warning people to be on the lookout for scams related to COVID-19. Read story

Certified nursing assistant Skye Jackson waits to greet incoming COVID-19 patients as staff in the emergency department meet to plan for a tent triage area at PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver. The tents outside PeaceHealth are designed to separate possible COVID-19 cases from other emergency department patients.

PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center sets up triage tents for COVID-19 patients

Certified nursing assistant Skye Jackson waits to greet incoming COVID-19 patients as staff in the emergency department meet to plan for a tent triage area at PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver. The tents outside PeaceHealth are designed to separate possible COVID-19 cases from other emergency department patients.

March 21, 2020, 5:47pm Clark County News Free

PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center has set up five tents outside its campus to help safely and efficiently screen emergency department patients for COVID-19. Read story

Sales clerk Kami Cozzi updates the sign outside Kazoodles in Vancouver on Friday. The business has seen a slight decline in customers, but it is staying open to help give families some resources to use while having their kids home from school. The store is offering curb-side service so that families don&#039;t have to come inside the store if they want to remain in their car.

Clark County businesses strive to provide fun, comfort during stressful times

Sales clerk Kami Cozzi updates the sign outside Kazoodles in Vancouver on Friday. The business has seen a slight decline in customers, but it is staying open to help give families some resources to use while having their kids home from school. The store is offering curb-side service so that families don&#039;t have to come inside the store if they want to remain in their car.

March 21, 2020, 6:05am Clark County News Free

Taking over operations of a toy store right before a global pandemic isn't ideal, admits Leah Pickering, owner of Kazoodles in east Vancouver. Read story

Mike True, from left, of Vancouver, Jordan Boldt of Vancouver and Kim Newman of Camas give each other space as they gather to enjoy takeout from Nonavo Pizza on their lunch break in a nearly empty Esther Short Park on Thursday. Boldt said the sunny weather was a good excuse to get outside. &quot;You gotta make the best of it,&quot; he said about the COVID-19 situation.

Vancouver, Clark County officials: Enjoy parks, trails, but don’t touch structures

Mike True, from left, of Vancouver, Jordan Boldt of Vancouver and Kim Newman of Camas give each other space as they gather to enjoy takeout from Nonavo Pizza on their lunch break in a nearly empty Esther Short Park on Thursday. Boldt said the sunny weather was a good excuse to get outside. &quot;You gotta make the best of it,&quot; he said about the COVID-19 situation.

March 21, 2020, 6:05am Clark County Health

Minimize groups, maintain social distance, don’t sit on park benches or touch playground equipment. Have fun! Read story

Drivers get extra time to remove studded tires

March 21, 2020, 6:04am Clark County News

Washington drivers have an extra 30 days to remove their studded tires. Read story

Morning Press: Mall closes; Clark County eateries try takeout, delivery; Kuhnhausen slaying suspect bail at $2M

March 21, 2020, 6:02am Clark County News Free

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

The Columbian&#039;s newsroom is nearly empty at midday Thursday.

From the Newsroom: Adjusting to these difficult days

The Columbian&#039;s newsroom is nearly empty at midday Thursday.

March 21, 2020, 6:02am Clark County News Free

I don’t know about you, but we have had a routine week around here. Read story