August 9, 2023, 6:03am Editorials
A pilot project from Clark County Public Works reflects a problem that is pervasive throughout Washington and, indeed, the nation. After a worker was struck recently by a reckless driver, the department is launching a program to promote safe driving. Read story
August 8, 2023, 6:03am Editorials
A recent package of stories from The Columbian demonstrates the difficulty in creating affordable housing and preventing people from being priced out of the market. Read story
August 7, 2023, 6:03am Editorials
Cheers … or jeers: To back-to-school season. Depending on your perspective, it can be good or bad that the start of school is approaching. Either way, it means that parents and students are beginning the end-of-summer ritual that is school shopping. Nationally, retailers expect a record $41.5 billion to be… Read story
August 5, 2023, 6:03am Editorials
While there is room for debate regarding the details of the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program, a grant request is not the place for it. Clark County councilors are needlessly complicating the process by haggling over a letter to U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. Read story
August 4, 2023, 6:03am Editorials
The sun shone bright on the Clark County Fairgrounds on Tuesday, Aug. 7, 1973, as the fair kicked off its annual run. Read story
August 3, 2023, 6:03am Editorials
An indictment handed up Tuesday by a federal grand jury in Washington, D.C., finally gets to the heart of the matter. Then-President Donald Trump is accused of using the power of his office in an attempt to overturn the results of the 2020 election. Read story
August 2, 2023, 6:03am Editorials
A shortage of early learning opportunities is not unique to Clark County. A combination of economic realities have combined to reduce the number of programs and teachers, leaving millions of young children across the country without access to a preschool setting that can influence their academic and behavioral futures. Read story
August 1, 2023, 6:03am Editorials
A coming festival has combined with growth in arts employment to create a melodic symphony in Clark County. A vibrant arts scene has both an economic and cultural impact on a community. Read story
July 31, 2023, 6:03am Editorials
Cheers: To Deputy Drew Kennison. The Clark County Sheriff’s Office deputy has returned to work, months after a freak accident resulted in the amputation of his left leg just above the knee. In February, Kennison was driving along Washougal River Road when his SUV was crushed by a portion of… Read story
July 29, 2023, 6:03am Editorials
The benefits of police body cameras can be witnessed in an incident involving the Vancouver Police Department. Read story
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