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After June's record-breaking heat wave, local trees and greenery are looking dry and scorched. But don't despair, said Vancouver urban forester Charles Ray. "Give it a season of good tree care and deep watering," he said.

Proper care can help stressed trees in Clark County weather dry times

After June's record-breaking heat wave, local trees and greenery are looking dry and scorched. But don't despair, said Vancouver urban forester Charles Ray. "Give it a season of good tree care and deep watering," he said.

July 25, 2021, 6:02am Clark County News

As wildfires burn across the West, many are casting a wary eye toward sun-scorched trees right here. Read story

Law enforcement officers investigate the scene of a reported shooting at The Pointe Apartments on Friday evening, July 23, 2021.

Fallen Clark County deputy identified; shooting suspect remains at large

Law enforcement officers investigate the scene of a reported shooting at The Pointe Apartments on Friday evening, July 23, 2021.

July 24, 2021, 8:01pm Clark County News Free

Clark County sheriff’s Detective Jeremy Brown, 46, was identified as the deputy who was fatally shot Friday evening at an east Vancouver apartment complex. The suspected shooter remains at large. Read story

Players from Kelso and Sandy (Ore.) high school leap for a ball Saturday during the Rumble at the River 7-on-7 football tournament at Union High School.

Rumble at the River 7-on-7 tournament showcases a different kind of football

Players from Kelso and Sandy (Ore.) high school leap for a ball Saturday during the Rumble at the River 7-on-7 football tournament at Union High School.

July 24, 2021, 6:22pm Clark County News

Challenges. Competition. Camaraderie. Read story

Clark County Sheriff Chuck Atkins

Clark County Sheriff Chuck Atkins says House Bill 1310 carries risks

Clark County Sheriff Chuck Atkins

July 24, 2021, 4:35pm Clark County News

Clark County Sheriff Chuck Atkins warned of potential risks, including decreased responses to calls, when he outlined how his department intends to implement state police reform legislation that went into effect today. Read story

Law enforcement officers investigate the scene of a reported shooting at The Pointe Apartments on Friday evening.

Detective’s death prompts outpouring of grief, sympathy

Law enforcement officers investigate the scene of a reported shooting at The Pointe Apartments on Friday evening.

July 24, 2021, 4:31pm Clark County News

Condolences came pouring in for the Clark County Sheriff’s Office and family of Detective Jeremy Brown, who was shot and killed Friday evening in east Vancouver. Read story

A Vancouver Fire Department patch is seen here in the gear room of Fire Station 2 (The Columbian files)

Agencies respond to 2-alarm fire at Frenchman’s Bar Regional Park

A Vancouver Fire Department patch is seen here in the gear room of Fire Station 2 (The Columbian files)

July 24, 2021, 4:23pm Clark County News

Multiple agencies responded Saturday afternoon for a two-alarm brush fire at Frenchman’s Bar Regional Park, leading to a partial evacuation of the park, according to emergency radio traffic monitored at The Columbian. Read story

Yacolt-area levy would fund paramedic services

July 24, 2021, 2:01pm Clark County News

Voters in Yacolt and the surrounding unincorporated areas will once again be asked to approve an excess levy to fund ambulance and paramedic services. Read story

Chipman, Coker tapped for Ridgefield council

July 24, 2021, 6:04am Clark County News

The Ridgefield City Council this week appointed Judy Chipman and Rachel Coker to Positions 7 and 2, respectively, filling two vacancies created by council resignations. Read story

Medical Reserve Corps volunteer Ruth Gorley gives Vancouver resident Ryan Tydingco a Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine May 8 at Clark County Public Health's short-term vaccination pod at Woodland High School. After an early rush of people, the flow had slowed down by the late morning for the drop-in vaccination event.

Vaccinations urged as COVID-19 cases rise in Clark County

Medical Reserve Corps volunteer Ruth Gorley gives Vancouver resident Ryan Tydingco a Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine May 8 at Clark County Public Health's short-term vaccination pod at Woodland High School. After an early rush of people, the flow had slowed down by the late morning for the drop-in vaccination event.

July 24, 2021, 6:03am Clark County Health

As the coronavirus pandemic regains steam in Clark County, health officials are urging those who have not been vaccinated to wear face coverings in indoor spaces and get vaccinated as soon as possible. Read story

The July 19 OP-ED page in The Columbian's e-paper.

From the Newsroom: Check out Monday’s op-ed page

The July 19 OP-ED page in The Columbian's e-paper.

July 24, 2021, 6:02am Clark County News Free

We’ve added something new for readers of our Monday ePaper: An op-ed page. Read story