August 14, 2018, 6:03am Editorials
It has taken more than a year, but rumblings out of Oregon indicate officials there are finally starting to see the big picture regarding tolls along Portland freeways. Read story
August 13, 2018, 6:03am Editorials
We are not sure whether the new plans qualify as a “downtown” elementary school, but the idea remains intriguing. Read story
August 12, 2018, 6:03am Editorials
Not long ago, Vancouver’s landmarks included a downtown brewery, a paper plant along the waterfront, and an unappealing park in the heart of the city. In other words, the city’s invitation to visitors would likely draw a response of “sorry, but I have other plans.” Read story
August 11, 2018, 6:03am Editorials
Cheers: To the Clark County Fair. Read story
August 10, 2018, 6:03am Editorials
The next time a politician or a candidate for office talks about “burdensome regulations,” local residents should consider the case of Frontier Hard Chrome east of Pearson Field. Read story
August 9, 2018, 6:03am Editorials
President Trump’s trade war and the failure of Congress to address a shortage of farm workers do not bode well for Washington agriculture. To avoid devastating consequences, our Washington needs effective governance to come from the other Washington. Read story
August 8, 2018, 6:03am Editorials
Small businesses are a big factor in the United States. According to federal statistics, companies with fewer than 500 employees account for more than 99 percent of businesses in Washington and employ more than half the state’s workers. Read story
August 7, 2018, 6:04am Editorials
Ballots for the primary election must be turned in or postmarked by today. For most races with more than two candidates, The Columbian’s Editorial Board interviewed candidates and offered recommendations. Read story
August 7, 2018, 6:03am Editorials
Saturday’s rally and protest in downtown Portland calls for a little perspective. While the heated rhetoric that surrounded the event warrants attention, it is important to not overstate their importance. Read story
August 6, 2018, 6:03am Editorials
For more than a week, a mother orca in the waters of Puget Sound delivered a poignant and painful message about the plight of her species. Read story
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