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The July 12 perigee moon, also known as a supermoon, as it rises behind figurines on a Chinese pavilion in Beijing, China. The phenomenon, which scientists call a &quot;perigee moon,&quot; occurs when the moon is near the horizon and appears larger and brighter than other full moons.

Sky Shows: ‘Supermoon’ to compete with Perseid meteors

The July 12 perigee moon, also known as a supermoon, as it rises behind figurines on a Chinese pavilion in Beijing, China. The phenomenon, which scientists call a &quot;perigee moon,&quot; occurs when the moon is near the horizon and appears larger and brighter than other full moons.

August 10, 2014, 12:00am Clark County News

The Perseid meteor shower will peak Tuesday night and Wednesday morning, although this year's sky show will be competing with a bright moon. And Sunday night, the lunar display will actually earn the title of "supermoon." Read story

Clark County Auditor Greg Kimsey arrives with primary election results Tuesday at the Clark County Public Service Center in Vancouver.

Moderate Republicans win primary round at precinct level

Clark County Auditor Greg Kimsey arrives with primary election results Tuesday at the Clark County Public Service Center in Vancouver.

August 10, 2014, 12:00am Clark County News

The battle for the future of the Clark County Republican Party has been waged in neighborhoods across the county in the past couple of months. In this round of the ongoing war, the establishment Republicans declared victory. Read story

Weather Eye: The last day of the fair will be a hot one, so get out there early

August 10, 2014, 12:00am Clark County News

Temperatures early Saturday were in the low 50s in much of the urban area of Clark County but in the low- to mid-40s in the outlying areas. Chilly even. Enjoy that thought as the weather today and Monday will be back in the hot category and overnight lows near 60… Read story

Stand-down will align services for veterans

August 10, 2014, 12:00am Clark County News

Veterans in need will be able to find immediate assistance and access some long-term services Wednesday in the annual stand-down. Read story

Motorists drive past a memorial for 6-year-old Henry Babitzke on March 6. He was killed in a collision on Interstate 5 on Feb.

Fatal crashes up sharply this year

Motorists drive past a memorial for 6-year-old Henry Babitzke on March 6. He was killed in a collision on Interstate 5 on Feb.

August 10, 2014, 12:00am Clark County News

Twenty-six people have lost their lives on Clark County roadways so far this year, a number that far outpaces local traffic fatality trends over the last decade. Read story

East Vancouver offers endless shopping opportunities, but its auto-oriented commercial district does not create a sense of coziness that would cause visitors to want to linger.

Analysis: East Vancouver shopping lacks what works in other parts of county

East Vancouver offers endless shopping opportunities, but its auto-oriented commercial district does not create a sense of coziness that would cause visitors to want to linger.

August 10, 2014, 12:00am Business

As a community of shoppers, we have a lot of choices in Clark County on how and where to spend our money. With more than 50 shopping centers on the north side of the Columbia River, our shopping options are just around the corner. Read story

Check It Out: Test your skills with books on robotics

August 10, 2014, 12:00am Clark County News

I was intrigued by an article in the Aug. 3 Columbian about a local 4-H robotics team called the Clover Bots. Read story

Motorcyclist injured trying to elude state patrol

August 9, 2014, 12:00am Clark County News

Vancouver woman ejected from motorcycle Read story

Seattle Mariners' Mike Zunino rounds the bases after hitting a three-run home run during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox, Friday, Aug. 8, 2014, in Seattle.

Zunino leads Mariners to 4-1 win over White Sox

Seattle Mariners' Mike Zunino rounds the bases after hitting a three-run home run during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox, Friday, Aug. 8, 2014, in Seattle.

August 9, 2014, 12:00am Clark County News

Mike Zunino hit a three-run homer, Hisashi Iwakuma pitched seven innings and the Seattle Mariners beat the Chicago White Sox 4-1 on Friday night for their fourth straight victory. Read story

Companies hit with environmental fines

August 9, 2014, 12:00am Clark County News

Two Clark County companies were among 23 businesses and agencies hit with environmental penalties of at least $1,000 from April through June, according to a state Department of Ecology list released Friday. Read story