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It&rsquo;s unclear how things will change at Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center in Southwest Washington under Legacy Health&rsquo;s merger with Oregon Health &amp; Science University.

OHSU, Legacy Health systems announce agreement to merge into OHSU Health

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It&rsquo;s unclear how things will change at Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center in Southwest Washington under Legacy Health&rsquo;s merger with Oregon Health &amp; Science University.

May 30, 2024, 5:56pm Business

Oregon Health & Science University and Legacy Health systems signed a binding, definite agreement to merge into OHSU Health, the two health systems announced Thursday. Read story

The Clark County Council rejected Vancouver officials’ request for quick help paying for a its bridge shelter for people experiencing homelessness.

After tense exchange, Clark County Council reconsiders money for Vancouver homeless shelter

The Clark County Council rejected Vancouver officials’ request for quick help paying for a its bridge shelter for people experiencing homelessness.

May 30, 2024, 5:44pm Clark County News

After a tense exchange with Vancouver officials Wednesday, the Clark County Council rescinded last week’s decision to reject the city’s request for quick help paying for a 150-bed homeless shelter. Read story

Jamil Holbrook, 23, appears Thursday in Clark County Superior Court on a warrant for charges of first-degree child molestation and possession of depictions of a minor engaged in sexually explicit conduct. A judge set his bail at $1 million. Investigators said they&rsquo;ve identified four victims.

Bail set at $1M for child care worker accused of sex abuse at Salmon Creek center

Jamil Holbrook, 23, appears Thursday in Clark County Superior Court on a warrant for charges of first-degree child molestation and possession of depictions of a minor engaged in sexually explicit conduct. A judge set his bail at $1 million. Investigators said they&rsquo;ve identified four victims.

May 30, 2024, 4:48pm Clark County News

A judge set bail at $1 million for a Salmon Creek child care worker facing child molestation and child sexual abuse imagery charges. Read story

Battle Ground Lake  (The Columbian files)

E.coli detected in Battle Ground Lake; Public Health warms against swimming

Battle Ground Lake  (The Columbian files)

May 30, 2024, 11:01am Clark County Health

Clark County Public Health warns against swimming at Battle Ground Lake after testing showed high levels of E. coli bacteria in the water. Read story

An unsold 2024 Cooper S hardtop sits in a Mini dealership Friday, July 21, 2023, in Highlands Ranch, Colo. Car insurance and repair costs have been rising sharply because new and used car prices soared amid shortages of chips and parts in the aftermath of the pandemic.

Washington will require insurers to reveal reasons for rate hikes

An unsold 2024 Cooper S hardtop sits in a Mini dealership Friday, July 21, 2023, in Highlands Ranch, Colo. Car insurance and repair costs have been rising sharply because new and used car prices soared amid shortages of chips and parts in the aftermath of the pandemic.

May 30, 2024, 7:28am Latest News

Insurers will soon have to provide customers a clear explanation for increases in their auto and home insurance premiums at the time of renewal. Read story

Clark County Sheriff John Horch, right, swears in new recruits, from left, Deputies Nathan Smith, Caleb Madarieta and Ryan Bylsma after they graduated May 21 from the regional law enforcement training academy in Vancouver during a ceremony at ilani. The new deputies were part of the first graduating class from the Vancouver academy, which opened in January at the former location of Image Elementary School.

30 new officers graduate from law enforcement training academy in east Vancouver

Clark County Sheriff John Horch, right, swears in new recruits, from left, Deputies Nathan Smith, Caleb Madarieta and Ryan Bylsma after they graduated May 21 from the regional law enforcement training academy in Vancouver during a ceremony at ilani. The new deputies were part of the first graduating class from the Vancouver academy, which opened in January at the former location of Image Elementary School.

May 30, 2024, 6:07am Clark County News

“First to attend, next to serve.” That was the motto of the inaugural class of recruits who graduated last week from the regional law enforcement training academy in Vancouver. Read story

Beds, a toilet and sink sit inside a jail cell at the Clark County Jail.

Clark County Jail to bill Medicaid for medications for alcohol and opioid use disorder

Beds, a toilet and sink sit inside a jail cell at the Clark County Jail.

May 30, 2024, 6:06am Clark County Health

The Clark County Jail will be able to bill Medicaid for specific inmate services for the first time starting in July 2025. The Washington State Health Care Authority will give the county a maximum of $2.5 million to implement the services. Read story

Hazel Ying Lee&rsquo;s 1933 photo for her immigration application to travel to China.

“American Flygirl”: Camas author details Asian American aviator’s refusal to take no for an answer

Hazel Ying Lee&rsquo;s 1933 photo for her immigration application to travel to China.

May 30, 2024, 6:05am Clark County Life

Perhaps the limitless possibilities of America inspired her Chinese-immigrant mother to include Ying, meaning “hero,” in Hazel Ying Lee’s name. Or perhaps it was the certainty that her child would have to fight hard against racial and sex discrimination in order to achieve her dreams. Read story

Shaela Bradley of La Center runs to victory in the girls 100 meters at the 1A District 4 track and field championships at Seton Catholic High School in Vancouver on Thursday, May 16, 2024.

All-Region girls track and field: Shaela Bradley, La Center

Shaela Bradley of La Center runs to victory in the girls 100 meters at the 1A District 4 track and field championships at Seton Catholic High School in Vancouver on Thursday, May 16, 2024.

May 30, 2024, 6:05am Latest News

Soccer ranks No. 1 in Shaela Bradley’s heart, but track and field is right behind. Read story

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

Weather Eye: Enjoy stretch of fair weather through Saturday

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

May 30, 2024, 6:02am Clark County News

The trough of low pressure that moved through our local area on Tuesday and Wednesday carried heavier showers than I anticipated. About a third to one half-inch of rain was reported around the county. Vancouver is now wetter than average and cooler than average for the month. Not by much… Read story