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John Ley (The Columbian files)

18th Legislative District candidate Ley’s residency challenged in late lawsuit

John Ley (The Columbian files)

July 12, 2022, 5:59pm Clark County News

Ballots for the Aug. 2 primary election are scheduled to be mailed this week, with the first ballots showing up in voters’ mailboxes beginning Friday. County Auditor Greg Kimsey is hoping a last-minute lawsuit won’t delay that process. Read story

Emily Jackson of Vancouver walks her 1-year-old golden retriever, Ranger, at Nikkei Park. Vancouver Parks and Recreation will host a celebration in honor of the park's renaming at 7 p.m. July 15. Nikkei Park left behind its placeholder, North Image, for a title with deeper meaning and roots to the community, which was officially adopted in September 2021.

Nikkei Park in North Image neighborhood honors the past

Emily Jackson of Vancouver walks her 1-year-old golden retriever, Ranger, at Nikkei Park. Vancouver Parks and Recreation will host a celebration in honor of the park's renaming at 7 p.m. July 15. Nikkei Park left behind its placeholder, North Image, for a title with deeper meaning and roots to the community, which was officially adopted in September 2021.

July 7, 2022, 6:03am Clark County News

A Vancouver park received a new title nearly a year ago to honor past generations and their resiliency through hardship. Read story

Patrick Quinton, Vancouver economic development director, said the city is not keeping pace with the demand for affordable housing, as the stock is low and prices are unattainable.

Vancouver mulls code changes to address housing shortage

Patrick Quinton, Vancouver economic development director, said the city is not keeping pace with the demand for affordable housing, as the stock is low and prices are unattainable.

June 28, 2022, 6:28pm Clark County News

As Vancouver’s population grows and its affordable residential stock remains slim, city staff continue to discuss what government can do, and residents share their concerns. Read story

The League of Women Voters of Clark County sponsors forums for candidates for local and state offices.

Clark County League of Women Voters sets candidate forums ahead of primary

The League of Women Voters of Clark County sponsors forums for candidates for local and state offices.

June 22, 2022, 6:03am Clark County News

Similar to traditional employment procedures, appointing someone to political office requires an extensive and thoughtful vetting process. After all, it’s a job that influences thousands of lives. Read story

Battle Ground City Hall.

Battle Ground mulls annexing ‘islands’

Battle Ground City Hall.

May 17, 2022, 7:30pm Clark County News

Battle Ground could soon move forward with plans to annex at least some properties into the city. Read story

Cody Goldberg, executive director of Harper's Playground, shares plans for a fully accessible playground on a tour at Marshall Park on Thursday. It will update and enhance the playground's current firefighter theme.

A playground for all: Redesign of Marshall Park to include accessible features that welcome kids, adults of every ability

Cody Goldberg, executive director of Harper's Playground, shares plans for a fully accessible playground on a tour at Marshall Park on Thursday. It will update and enhance the playground's current firefighter theme.

April 30, 2022, 6:04am Clark County News

Cody Goldberg believes playgrounds should be accessible and inclusive for all. Read story

Vancouver Mayor McEnerny-Ogle details ‘positive potential’ in State of the City address

March 31, 2022, 4:58pm Clark County News

The past few years saw economic strain, social unrest and obstacles posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Read story

The Tower Plaza tower overlooks the former Golden Skate property and proposed site for Vancouver's second Safe Stay Community on Wednesday. Dice Age Games owner Roy Starkweather said property owners within 1,200 feet of the site were invited to tour the original supportive site to see how it's operated.

Vancouver outlines plans for 2nd Safe Stay Community for homeless

The Tower Plaza tower overlooks the former Golden Skate property and proposed site for Vancouver's second Safe Stay Community on Wednesday. Dice Age Games owner Roy Starkweather said property owners within 1,200 feet of the site were invited to tour the original supportive site to see how it's operated.

February 24, 2022, 6:05am Clark County News

Vancouver city staff and local service providers outlined Tuesday their initiative to provide an additional transitional housing community, furthering their goal of providing security and stability to the area’s homeless population. Read story

Battle Ground City Hall, left, and Camas City Hall.

Battle Ground has new mayor; Camas swears in new council members

Battle Ground City Hall, left, and Camas City Hall.

January 5, 2022, 5:07pm Clark County News

In a rare in-person meeting Monday, the Battle Ground City Council elected its new mayor and deputy mayor at its first meeting of the year. Read story

Battle Ground City Hall.

Battle Ground seeks volunteers to serve on salary commission

Battle Ground City Hall.

December 29, 2021, 6:04am Clark County News

The city of Battle Ground is looking for volunteers to serve on its newly reinstituted salary review commission. The three-member board will review and determine the salaries and health insurance benefits provided by the city to elected officials. Currently, city council members are the city’s only elected positions. Read story