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Clark County Councilor Glen Yung, from left, listens to fellow councilor Sue Marshall she speaks to the crowd while joined by councilor Michelle Belkot, right in white, during their swearing in ceremony at the Clark County Public Service Center on Tuesday morning, Jan. 3, 2023.

Clark County Sheriff, county councilor lead town hall

Clark County Councilor Glen Yung, from left, listens to fellow councilor Sue Marshall she speaks to the crowd while joined by councilor Michelle Belkot, right in white, during their swearing in ceremony at the Clark County Public Service Center on Tuesday morning, Jan. 3, 2023.

March 31, 2023, 6:42pm Clark County News

A crowd of about 75 people filled the Gathering Place church Thursday night for an unprecedented town hall meeting hosted by District 2 County Councilor Michelle Belkot and Clark County Sheriff John Horch. Read story

The Washington Legislature has delayed the funding for planned upgrades to the 179th Street interchange at Interstate 5.

Clark County 179th interchange project on bumpy path through Legislature

The Washington Legislature has delayed the funding for planned upgrades to the 179th Street interchange at Interstate 5.

March 30, 2023, 5:54pm Clark County News

One of Clark County’s most prominent transportation projects is on a bumpy path through the Washington Legislature. Read story

Aerial view of the area of the East Fork of the Lewis River near the old gravel pit west of Daybreak Park and east of Mason Creek.

Advocates push Legislature to fund East Fork Lewis River work

Aerial view of the area of the East Fork of the Lewis River near the old gravel pit west of Daybreak Park and east of Mason Creek.

March 30, 2023, 6:02am Clark County News

The outcome of capital budget negotiations between the state House and Senate over the next month will determine whether a proposed habitat restoration project along the Lewis River is left high and dry or ready to move forward. Read story

The Interstate 5 Bridge crosses the Columbia River on Oct. 11, 2022.

Legislature weighs bills to allow tolls on new I-5 Bridge

The Interstate 5 Bridge crosses the Columbia River on Oct. 11, 2022.

March 29, 2023, 6:22pm Clark County News

Tolling is the talk of the town, at least in Olympia. Read story

Greg Thornton

La Center Mayor Greg Thornton steps down

Greg Thornton

March 28, 2023, 5:25pm Clark County News

La Center’s longtime mayor, Greg Thornton, announced last week he would be stepping down from the city council effective immediately. The announcement was made via a letter read to the council during a March 23 meeting. Read story

Washougal City Hall (Amanda Cowan/The Columbian)

Washougal council mulls 5-year strategic plan recommendations

Washougal City Hall (Amanda Cowan/The Columbian)

March 28, 2023, 4:22pm Clark County News

The city of Washougal “will be a safe, vibrant and friendly community that successfully balances growth and expanding economic opportunity while preserving the community’s natural beauty and the unique amenities of small-town living,” according to an updated vision statement included in the city’s new five-year strategic plan. Read story

Washougal freshman Benjamin Johansen competes in the pole vault on March 21 during a track and field meet at Columbia River High School. All high school athletics could be eliminated at Washougal High School if voters don't approve a replacement levy in April.

If Washougal, Woodland levies fail in April, sports face elimination

Washougal freshman Benjamin Johansen competes in the pole vault on March 21 during a track and field meet at Columbia River High School. All high school athletics could be eliminated at Washougal High School if voters don't approve a replacement levy in April.

March 28, 2023, 9:41am Clark County News

As a five-sport varsity athlete whose Washougal High School career is winding down, Chloe Johnson knows the powerful impact Washougal School District sports have had on her. Read story

Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle addresses over 100 community members gathered for the State of the City event at Firstenburg Community Center on Monday, March 27, 2023. Participants were invited to discuss big picture questions that will help shape the City’s long-term vision for the community.

Vancouver’s State of the City address returns in person

Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle addresses over 100 community members gathered for the State of the City event at Firstenburg Community Center on Monday, March 27, 2023. Participants were invited to discuss big picture questions that will help shape the City’s long-term vision for the community.

March 28, 2023, 9:41am Clark County News

Vancouver Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle gave her first in-person State of the City address in four years Monday night at the Firstenburg Community Center — and the community showed up, with reservations filling up days in advance. Read story

Cars pass by continuing construction on Fourth Plain Community Commons in Vancouver. The mixed-use housing complex has 106 affordable units developed by the Vancouver Housing Authority, using $1.5 million from the city's Affordable Housing Fund.

Washington House budget backs housing

Cars pass by continuing construction on Fourth Plain Community Commons in Vancouver. The mixed-use housing complex has 106 affordable units developed by the Vancouver Housing Authority, using $1.5 million from the city's Affordable Housing Fund.

March 27, 2023, 6:21pm Clark County News

The Washington House of Representatives unveiled its 2023-2025 operating budget on Monday, and tackling the ongoing housing crisis is at the forefront for the next biennium. Read story

The Washington State Auditor's Office.

Auditors flag half of Washington counties over COVID-19 aid

The Washington State Auditor's Office.

March 24, 2023, 6:18am Clark County Politics

As billions of dollars in COVID-19 relief flowed into Washington communities, many local officials appear to have overlooked background checks on contractors or detailed accounting of money passed to nonprofit partners. Read story