October 22, 2021, 6:03am Editorials
We might choose the top of Dog Mountain, with its views of the Columbia River and Mount Hood. Or perhaps a bit of kayaking on Lacamas Lake. Or maybe just a simple bike ride along Salmon Creek Greenway Trail. Read story
October 21, 2021, 6:03am Editorials
Although Washington’s highest-paid state employee lost his job for refusing to comply with a vaccine mandate, most public employees apparently met the deadline. Read story
October 20, 2021, 6:03am Editorials
Washington’s eviction moratorium has been a lifeline for many renters throughout the coronavirus pandemic. But for the good of landlords and as a step toward normalizing the economy, Gov. Jay Inslee should allow the moratorium to expire as scheduled at the end of October. Read story
October 19, 2021, 6:03am Editorials
In two weeks, world leaders will gather for a climate summit in Scotland. It is an important meeting; severe weather events, driven by climate change, have hampered the global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and have generated growing concern about the future of the planet. Read story
October 18, 2021, 6:03am Editorials
Washington’s road to a payroll tax supporting long-term care has too many potholes for a smooth journey. Gov. Jay Inslee should suspend the program until legislators have an opportunity to level the path. Read story
October 17, 2021, 6:03am Editorials
History suggests that less than one-third of registered voters in Clark County will turn in ballots for the Nov. 2 general election. That means about 100,000 people will be choosing the mayors, city councilors and school board members for a county of more than 500,000 residents. Read story
October 16, 2021, 6:03am Editorials
Cheers: To Afghan refugees. About 100 refugees from Afghanistan are expected to be resettled in the Vancouver area over the next six months, part of nearly 100,000 people coming to the United States following the withdrawal of U.S. troops after a 20-year war. As the president of one resettlement agency… Read story
October 15, 2021, 6:03am Editorials
Proposition 10 on the ballot for Clark County voters is a convoluted measure that is inherently misleading and is in danger of being misconstrued by county councilors. Still, The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends a “yes” vote for a ballot item that requires much explanation, and the board urges councilors to… Read story
October 14, 2021, 6:03am Editorials
Because of her experience and the success of Evergreen Public Schools, Ginny Gronwoldt warrants reelection to Position 5 on the district’s school board. The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends a vote for Gronwoldt in the Nov. 2 election. Read story
October 13, 2021, 6:03am Editorials
During a tumultuous time for Vancouver Public Schools, Wendy Smith has helped provide stability. The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends Smith for reelection to Position 3 on the school board. Read story
