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Clark County News

Dow Jones average sets another record

November 6, 2013, 4:00pm Business

NEW YORK -- There wasn't any major economic news or blockbuster earnings. But that didn't stop investors from pushing the Dow Jones industrial average to another record on Wednesday. Read story

U.S. export ban on oil may face challenge

November 6, 2013, 4:00pm Business

WASHINGTON -- The U.S. oil industry, riding a domestic energy boom, is preparing to challenge restrictions on crude exports, possibly by arguing that limits designed to keep petroleum in America may violate international trade rules. Read story

Vancouver man sentenced to 92 months for felony firearm charge

November 5, 2013, 4:00pm Clark County News

A Vancouver man was sentenced to 92 months in prison Wednesday for being a felon in possession of firearms. Daniel Gene Hoffman, 38, pled guilty to the charge in U.S. District Court during the summer. Read story

Starbucks aims to hire 10,000 vets, active-duty spouses over 5 years

November 5, 2013, 4:00pm Business

Starbucks is announcing Wednesday a plan to hire at least 10,000 military veterans and active-duty spouses over the next five years.Chief Executive Howard Schultz, who will detail the plan at Starbucks headquarters, has charted an aggressive global expansion that ultimately calls for 500,000 employees companywide, up from 200,000 today. Read story

Blockbuster video-rental chain will shut remaining U.S. stores

November 5, 2013, 4:00pm Business

Blockbuster, the video-rental company now owned by Dish Network, will close its remaining 300 U.S. stores, ending an era for a retail chain that was once a hallmark of shopping centers nationwide. Read story

Vancouver man dies a week after hit-and-run crash

November 5, 2013, 4:00pm Clark County News

A Vancouver man who was struck in a hit-and-run crash last week has died, according to the Vancouver Police Department. Read story

Pittsburgh Pirates manager Lloyd McClendon walks off the field carrying first base after being tossed from the game against the Milwaukee Brewers for arguing a call at first with umpire Rick Reed in this June 26, 2001 photo, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J.

Talking Points: McClendon is Piniella-esque

Pittsburgh Pirates manager Lloyd McClendon walks off the field carrying first base after being tossed from the game against the Milwaukee Brewers for arguing a call at first with umpire Rick Reed in this June 26, 2001 photo, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J.

November 5, 2013, 4:00pm Clark County News

Well, the Mariners couldn't draw Lou Piniella out of retirement for their managerial opening, but they may have got the next best thing on Tuesday in Lloyd McClendon. Read story

Josh and Rachel Wasser have had security issues since the county widened the street in front of their home on Northeast 119th Street.

Couple learn hard lesson about buying a home

Josh and Rachel Wasser have had security issues since the county widened the street in front of their home on Northeast 119th Street.

November 5, 2013, 4:00pm Clark County News

Josh and Rachel Wasser say the problems that have cropped up since a county road expanded to within 20 feet of their front door are downright scary at times. Read story

Columbian seeks “Everybody Has a Story,” ‘What’s up With That?’ contributions

November 5, 2013, 4:00pm Clark County News

Got a question to ask or a tale to tell? We want to know. And so do your neighbors. Got a question to ask or a tale to tell? We want to know. And so do your neighbors. Read story

Individuals, group win Clark County Tourism Awards

November 5, 2013, 4:00pm Business

The Vancouver USA Regional Tourism Office has recognized two people and an organization with its seventh annual Clark County Tourism Awards. Read story