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Richard Marini, Battle Ground resident and Fort Vancouver Antique Equipment Association club president, bought this 1922 Fordson from Henry Hershey of Yacolt before Marini turned 20 years old.
Antique farm tractor collection in Battle Ground still sees use
Battle Ground resident Richard Marini started collecting small tractors as a young man and now has 10-plus antique farm machines, which he still puts to use regularly. Marini’s top tractor … more
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Farm manager Rachel Feston peers into the fish tank, part of the cold-water aquaponics experiment at Edible Acres Farm.
Research at Ridgefield farm could benefit Washington agriculture
Research into regenerative agriculture and water conservation has farm owner Debbie Boe and garden manager Rachel Feston abuzz with excitement at Edible Acres Farm in Ridgefield. The … more
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County looking for volunteers for Historic Preservation Commission
Clark County is seeking appl icants for two seats on the Clark County Historic Preservation Commission. Applications will be accepted until 5 p.m., Wednesday, May 15. The seven-member volunteer … more
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Rock and roll legend Gene Simmons performs his first music performance since the final KISS concert during the Rock and Brews’ grand opening event on Tuesday, April 23 with his new Gene Simmons Band at the ilani Casino and Resort.
Gene Simmons headlines Rock and Brews opening at ilani Casino and Resort
The newest restaurant in ilani’s arsenal, Rock and Brews, opened to the public with a bang on Tuesday, April 23, with rock and roll legend Gene Simmons of KISS performing with his newest band, … more
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County Public Facilities District board hosting public meeting about tourism
The Clark County Public Facil ities District board will host a public meeting from 4 to 5 p.m., Monday, May 6, to discuss further community development to promote tourism. The meeting will be … more
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County Permit Center moves locations at Public Service Center
The Clark County Permit Center has a new home within the Public Service Center. The permit center is now located on the third floor of the Public Service Center, 1300 Franklin St., Vancouver. … more
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Bob Puckette, a veteran of the mandolin, has picked up the mandocello in recent years. The instrument has a similar set of strings and notes as the cello, but is plucked and held similar to a guitar.
Mandolin maestro from Hockinson recounts his musical journey
Retired engineer Bob Puckette’s journey from calculations to concerts has struck a chord with the Pacific Northwest community. Since moving from Corvallis, Oregon, eight years ago, … more
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With a plethora of fabrics available, having a quilting group to consult on quilt designs and colors can be helpful, Clark County Quilters former president Sue Holmes said.
Clark County’s bustling quilting scene ideal for beginners
The bustling quilting scene in Clark County is a haven for budding quilters seeking to delve into the art form. With a historic and helpful quilting community, a wealth of knowledge is available for … more
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As part of Ridgefield's master plan for Abrams Park, the City Council will decide whether to relocate, remove or enhance the ballfields, depending on community preference. City staff will gather input from stakeholders, including the Little League, before a decision is made.
Ridgefield City Council approves Abrams Park master plan
Abrams Park in Ridgefield is expected to maintain its natural beauty, though the future of its ballfields are uncertain. The City Council approved a master plan for the park last week, outlining … more
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Clark County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to an online report of partially decomposed human remains found at a transient camp in a wooded area north of Northeast 179th Street near Northeast 10th Avenue on April 22. On April 23, Clark County Search and Rescue and Silver Star Search and Rescue volunteers cut a path through the woods, allowing easier access to the transient camp to remove the remains.
CCSO uncovers human remains in encampment near fairgrounds
Clark County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) patrol deputies located partially decomposed human remains in a tent structure at a transient camp near the Clark County Fairgrounds on April 22, CCSO … more
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All-way stop added to 72nd Avenue and 239th Street in Battle Ground
Based on customer service requests, the Clark County Public Works Department installed new stop signs at the intersection of Northeast 72nd Avenue and Northeast 239th Street on Thursday, April 18. … more
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A volunteer stands with a sign at the annual “Stuff the Bus” food drive, which collects items and cash donations for the North County Community Food Bank.
School Employee Union hosts annual food drive
Residents can help local families in need during the annual “Stuff the Bus” food drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, May 4, in the Walmart parking lot, 1201 SW 15th Ave., Battle … more
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In the released body cam footage, a suspect is seen aiming a firearm at Clark County Sheriff’s Office deputies in the Salmon Creek officer-involved shooting that occurred April 13.
Names of deputies, body cam footage released in Salmon Creek shooting
The county released the names of the Clark County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputies, as well as body cam footage from the officer-involved shooting that took place in Salmon Creek, April 13. … more
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Candidate filing period for government positions begins May 6
Those interested in running for public office can file their declarations beginning May 6. This year, many offices are open for federal and local candidate filings, such as U.S. senator, … more
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Tracey Coleman
La Center names new public works director
Beginning May 13, La Center will have a new public works director. Last week, outgoing Public Works Director Bryan Kast announced Tracey Coleman will take his place. Coleman previously … more
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The Cowlitz Tribe will pay the City of La Center a certain amount in sales tax collections after an agreement to incorporate land east of Interstate 5 from La Center. Once commercial businesses are developed, the city expects to receive a sales tax revenue boost of more than $200,000 a year, compared with Washington sales tax revenue.
La Center council agrees to let Cowlitz Tribe incorporate land east of I-5 into trust
In a historic agreement, the Cowlitz Tribe will soon incorporate land from La Center, east of Interstate 5, into tribal ownership. In a 4-0 vote, with one member abstaining during an April 24 … more
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Penalty money from water quality violations funds county projects
This year, Washington Department of Ecology will provide $651,000 in grants to fund 14 projects to improve water quality and the natural environment in multiple watersheds across the state. Two of … more
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District 3 U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez toured the City of Vancouver’s Marine Park Wastewater Treatment Plant with Frank Dick, Vancouver wastewater treatment program manager, on Wednesday, April 24.
U.S. Rep. Perez tours wastewater treatment plant, shares clean water investments at roundtable
District 3 U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenka mp Perez gathered local stakeholders to discuss her clean water priorities in Congress at the City of Vancouver’s Marine Park Wastewater Treatment Plant on … more
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Had the Ridgefield School District school bonds, propositions 10 and 11, reached a 60% plus one vote majority, the $190-million-total would have built a new elementary school and a new middle school. As well, Ridgefield High School would have received expansions, including a new wrestling room and 10 additional classrooms.
Ridgefield School District seeks community feedback after proposed bonds fail
Ridgefield administrators were disappointed to learn the two bond measures that would have built new schools failed to reach its required 60% plus one vote majority in last week’s special … more
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The Marine Patrol unit is one of 24 units and programs under the Clark County Sheriff’s Office enforcement branch.
Sheriff highlights deputy wellness, staffing, community feedback at town hall
Clark County Sheriff John Horch spoke about deputy wellness, the need for a new headquarters, staffing and growth in the county at a town hall, Thursday, April 25, in Ridgefield. It was the … more
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