July 26, 2024, 6:02am Business
The Clark County Council unanimously approved a nearly $1 million contract for a new heating energy assistance program, expanding it to people who may not have been previously eligible. Read story
July 18, 2024, 6:03am Editorials
In a race for Public Utilities Commissioner from District 1, voters will find three knowledgeable, articulate candidates who have strong credentials for filling the nonpartisan position. The Columbian’s Editorial Board recommends a vote for either Chris Thobaben or Sherry Erickson while also recognizing James Oneil as a worthy candidate. Read story
July 16, 2024, 6:06am Business
Three Vancouverites are in the running for a six-year term on the Clark Public Utilities board, with a primary election set for Aug. 6. Read story
July 10, 2024, 6:06am Clark County News
The recent spate of hot weather sent many Clark County residents scrambling to find a cool escape. However, the soaring temperatures had little impact on snowpack melt coming from the mountains. Read story
July 6, 2024, 6:03am Clark County News
It looks like our recent hot weather will be sticking around longer than expected. Forecasters originally thought the hottest days would come over the weekend but now say high temperatures will continue through the middle of next week. Read story
July 4, 2024, 2:36pm Business Subscriber Exclusive
Clark Public Utilities’ general manager and CEO is getting a 5 percent pay bump this year. Read story
June 8, 2024, 6:06am Clark County Life
Buying a home is a complicated process. No matter how confident a buyer is in their budgeting process, unforeseen costs almost always slip in at some point. One of the costs which is often overlooked by homebuyers but may be an important factor when deciding whether to purchase or pass… Read story
June 1, 2024, 6:14am Clark County News
With rainy weather still in the forecast, it may seem like an odd time to be talking about wildfire. But that’s what Clark County fire districts and other agencies have been doing as they prepare for blazes that have become more common here. Read story
May 29, 2024, 6:08am Business
Bonneville Power Administration, which supplies about half of Clark County’s electricity through Clark Public Utilities, is projecting a $280 million net loss this year due to drought and extreme weather. Read story
May 25, 2024, 6:06am Clark County Life
Air conditioning is a summertime necessity for many in Clark County and while it helps take the edge off the hottest part of the year, air conditioners consume a lot of power and can drive up your energy bill. Read story
