<img height="1" width="1" style="display:none" src="https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=192888919167017&amp;ev=PageView&amp;noscript=1">
Saturday,  November 23 , 2024

Linkedin Pinterest

Tagged Articles:
Vancouver

This image provided by Perrigo Company shows boxes of Opill, the first over-the-counter birth control pill available later this month in the United States. Manufacturer Perrigo said March 4 that it has begun shipping the medication, called Opill, to major retailers and pharmacies.

First over-the-counter birth control pill will be in Clark County stores in April

This image provided by Perrigo Company shows boxes of Opill, the first over-the-counter birth control pill available later this month in the United States. Manufacturer Perrigo said March 4 that it has begun shipping the medication, called Opill, to major retailers and pharmacies.

March 14, 2024, 6:07am Clark County Health

The first over-the-counter birth control pill, sold without an age restriction, will be available from at least one Vancouver pharmacy next month. Read story

Eliot Smith, aka the Patron Saint of Knives, estimates that he sharpens 46 knives a day in his Vancouver home workshop. The former hospital security guard is looking for an apprentice to inherit his business.

Patron Saint of Knives sharpens blades at his Vancouver workshop – and he’s looking for an apprentice

Eliot Smith, aka the Patron Saint of Knives, estimates that he sharpens 46 knives a day in his Vancouver home workshop. The former hospital security guard is looking for an apprentice to inherit his business.

March 14, 2024, 6:02am Business

If you’ve ever tried to cut a tomato with a dull blade, you know why it’s important to keep knives sharp. But who can restore your worn blades to their former razor-edged glory? Read story

NWCAVE fundraiser nets $28,000

March 14, 2024, 5:55am Clark County News

The National Women’s Coalition Against Violence and Exploitation hosted its Java For Justice Brunch on Friday for the first time since 2020. Read story

Brain researcher John Medina gives a lecture on the effects of food and exercise on cognitive ability to residents at The Park at University Village, an assisted and independent living home in the Vancouver area.

How the arts keep you sharp: Brain researcher delivers lecture on healthy aging at Vancouver assisted living home

Brain researcher John Medina gives a lecture on the effects of food and exercise on cognitive ability to residents at The Park at University Village, an assisted and independent living home in the Vancouver area.

March 13, 2024, 8:00pm Clark County Health

Most people know the basics of staying healthy: diet, exercise and social interactions. Read story

Denise Currie, founder of The Giving Closet, from left, chats with Kate Jones and Lexie Knight of KMR Group Foundation while giving a tour of the nonprofit on Tuesday morning in Vancouver. The Giving Closet secured a $150,000 donation from KMR Group Foundation that will help it continue operating. At top, families stuggling with finances say they rely on the The Giving Closet for shoes and clothes when money is tight.

Vancouver’s The Giving Closet gets a $150,000 lifeline from foundation

Denise Currie, founder of The Giving Closet, from left, chats with Kate Jones and Lexie Knight of KMR Group Foundation while giving a tour of the nonprofit on Tuesday morning in Vancouver. The Giving Closet secured a $150,000 donation from KMR Group Foundation that will help it continue operating. At top, families stuggling with finances say they rely on the The Giving Closet for shoes and clothes when money is tight.

March 13, 2024, 6:05am Clark County News

The Giving Closet, a nonprofit store in Vancouver that offers free donated clothes, food and toys to low-income families, received its largest donation yet after budget issues prompted fears the nonprofit would have to close. Read story

Columbia River Mental Health Services sets forum on policing in Fourth Plain corridor

March 12, 2024, 5:56am Clark County Health

Columbia River Mental Health Services will hold a public forum focused on mental health, substance use and law enforcement within the Fourth Plain corridor in Vancouver. Read story

Eric Holmes announced his retirement last month.

Vancouver City Manager Holmes not Portland-bound

Eric Holmes announced his retirement last month.

March 9, 2024, 6:08am Clark County News

You might have heard that Portland is changing its system of governm ent. And that longtime Vancouver City Manager Eric Holmes is leaving his position. Contrary to rumors, the two are not related, Vancouver Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle said. Read story

On Feb.

Clark County Newcomers Club holds luncheon at Cascadia Tech Academy

On Feb.

March 9, 2024, 5:55am Community

IMAGE – On Feb. 23, students from Cascadia Tech Academy in Vancouver prepared a fantastic meal for members of the Clark County Newcomers Club. Clark County Newcomers Club’s 96 attendees raised $2,400 for the school at this event. Cascadia Tech was selected as charity for the fiscal year by Clark… Read story

The Clark County Courthouse (The Columbian files)

Vancouver man held after parking dispute becomes violent

The Clark County Courthouse (The Columbian files)

March 8, 2024, 9:56pm Clark County News

A Vancouver man is accused of injuring a neighbor with an ax after apparently mistaking a car parked in his spot for the neighbor’s car. Read story

Kidnapping survivor Elizabeth Smart chats with guests Friday at the Java For Justice Brunch. Smart was abducted in 2002 from her Salt Lake City home and held captive for nine months before she was rescued.

NWCAVE fundraiser hosts Elizabeth Smart: “Media is so powerful. I have no doubt that I would not be here if not for the media”

Kidnapping survivor Elizabeth Smart chats with guests Friday at the Java For Justice Brunch. Smart was abducted in 2002 from her Salt Lake City home and held captive for nine months before she was rescued.

March 8, 2024, 3:23pm Clark County Health

As a child, Elizabeth Smart was taught to not talk to strangers, to use the buddy system, and to stop, drop and roll if on fire. But she wasn’t taught what to do when confronted with sexual violence. Most kids aren’t. Read story