October 1, 2021, 6:03am Editorials
Cheers: To a giving community. The annual Give More 24! fundraiser attracted a record $3.3 million this week for nonprofits in Clark, Cowlitz and Skamania counties. The 24-hour online marathon, organized by the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington, drew donations from about 6,600 people and surpassed last year’s total of… Read story
October 1, 2021, 6:03am Editorials
In the election for Position 2 on the Vancouver City Council, incumbent Erik Paulsen’s experience and thoughtful demeanor stand out. The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends Paulsen for reelection to the nonpartisan position. Read story
September 30, 2021, 6:03am Editorials
Voters in the city of Vancouver have a difficult choice in the election for Position 1 on the city council. The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends John Blom in the nonpartisan election, while also recognizing Kim Harless as a strong candidate. Either way, the seat held by Laurie Lebowsky is certain… Read story
September 29, 2021, 6:03am Editorials
Clark County has avoided wildfire catastrophe throughout 2021. Read story
September 28, 2021, 6:03am Editorials
Clark County government should have a role in discussions about replacing the Interstate 5 Bridge. But with a recent resolution regarding the bridge, the county council has positioned itself as an unserious player in efforts to move the project forward. Read story
September 27, 2021, 6:03am Editorials
As Englishman E.M. Forster once wrote: “History develops, art stands still.” We might add that occasionally the two collide, sometimes in the most unexpected of places. Read story
September 26, 2021, 6:03am Editorials
COVID-19 has led to a broad reevaluation of priorities by workers and a disconnect between those who are hiring and those hoping to be hired. Read story
September 25, 2021, 6:03am Editorials
Cheers: To informed voters. Today’s e-edition of The Columbian includes a 20-page section designed to help voters understand Washington’s election process. The section, produced by The (Spokane) Spokesman-Review and the League of Women Voters of Washington, helps to counter misinformation that has infected our elections. Read story
September 24, 2021, 6:03am Editorials
The problem with spouting falsehoods is not that people necessarily believe the lie. It’s that they come to question verifiable facts and not believe anything. Read story
September 23, 2021, 6:03am Editorials
In gambling, the only sure thing is that the house will come out ahead. The question is who owns the house? Read story
