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Thing One and Thing Two take the stage with their happy dog dressed as the Cat in the Hat during Battle Ground’s Howl-o-ween Pooch Parade on Thursday, Oct. 26.
Howl-o-ween: Pooch parade brings joy to humans and canines
Local canines dressed in costumes were herded into the Battle Ground Community Center Thursday, Oct. 26, for the city’s second annual Howl-o-ween: Pooch Parade. This year, the city decided on a … more
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Executive Director Elizabeth Cerveny and Program Coordinator Darin McClure display their future dream for a new North County Community Food Bank building.
North County Community Food Bank provides healthy food to clients with rising need
At the heart of downtown Battle Ground, North County Community Food Bank is abuzz with volunteers five days a week. Packing over 900 food boxes a month, the food bank continues its mission to provide … more
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The 1913-built barn of Rose Bank Farm in rural Clark County, north of Battle Ground, stands tall overlooking a neighboring field.
Rose Bank Farm’s barn a testament to early barn construction
People driving on Northeast 279th Street north of Battle Ground may have come across a towering, triangular-roofed barn overlooking a field. The impressive barn was built in 1913, belonging to … more
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I Paw’d it Forward to host haunted maze at Rusty Barn Estates
The Reflector I Paw’d it Forward will be hosting a haunted maze fundraiser from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28 at Rusty Barn Estates, 402 SW 20th Ave., in Battle Ground. The … more
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City of Battle Ground
Battle Ground holiday lights competition registration begins Nov. 1
The city of Battle Ground is preparing for two holiday light events this season, with registration for a house lighting competition and a lighted parade both opening Nov. 1. From Nov. 1 through … more
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Students in Ridgefield High School’s theater program perform a technical rehearsal on Thursday, Oct. 19.
Ridgefield High School Theatre presents Shakespeare’s ‘Twelfth Night’
Ridg efield High School Theatre returns to the stage on Friday, Oct. 27, beginning a series of six performances of Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night” at Ridgefield High School. Also … more
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An Armillaria mushroom is seen at Battle Ground Lake State Park on Tuesday, Oct. 17.
Mushrooms, mushrooms everywhere, but none of them to eat
At Battle Ground Lake and elsewhere around Clark County, mushrooms are thriving this season after rainy stretches and cooler temperatures.The mushrooms particularly thrive in damp, dark conditions … more
Josh Clark, CEO at Brookfield Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia, dances with a resident during Brookfield’s 1980s-themed prom event on Oct. 4.
Brookfield Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia provides 1980s-themed prom for residents
Residents of Brookfield H ealth and Rehabilitation of Cascadia in Battle Ground were taken back in time to the 1980s as the staff organized a prom-styled event for the senior citizens to enjoy. … more
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Lacamas Regional Park features three waterfalls with the most prominent being Lower Falls seen here on Tuesday, Oct. 10. The rainy weather is sure to bring a higher water flow to the falls.
Lacamas Regional Park, an urban Pacific Northwest wonderland
The full Pacific Northwest experience at Lacamas Regional Park can best be achieved by throwing on full rain gear and water-proof shoes or hiking boots for the park’s 9.5 miles of trails, three … more
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The Ridgefield School District recognized the October employee and students of the month at its school board meeting, Oct. 10.
Ridgefield School District honors students, employee of the month
Ridgefield School District officials recognized the October employee and students of the month at the regular Board of Directors meeting, Oct. 10. Employee of the Month: Bobbe Whetsell, … more
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Clark Public Utilities 75th Anniversary Event, October 8th, 2013. Photos by Randy Kepple Photographs.
Precautions should be taken with seasonal decor
From Halloween to Christmas decorations, homeowners should not overlook taking care of the wires that make the holiday cheer possible. From overloaded circuits to exposed wires because of … more
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Clark Public Utilities 75th Anniversary Event, October 8th, 2013. Photos by Randy Kepple Photographs.
Now is the time to prep for winter around the home
As the weather gets cooler this fall, now is an ideal time to complete projects to prepare the home for the cold weather season. Clark Public Utilities’ Dameon Pesanti provided a checklist … more
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Fallen leaves wait to be properly removed from a yard so they do not clog storm drains or fill landfills with organic waste.
Officials urge people to use and dispose of fall leaves properly
Fall leaves can be good or bad, depending on what someone plans to do with them. They can make for great garden mulch and compost, but if the plan is to dispose of them, people are advised to do so … more
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Leaves are utilized as a mulch around a twinberry honeysuckle plant in a landscaped area.
Free online and in-person workshops promote composting and sustainable living
Clark County Public Health’s Composter Recycler program is offering a series of free online and in-person workshops to teach participants how to reduce their impact on the planet.  … more
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Pam Conrad, owner of Serendipity Alpaca Ranch, knits a green alpaca fiber scarf, a new item for the store.
Serendipity Alpaca Ranch demonstrates the diverse uses of fiber
Cheasanee Hetherington For The Reflector The soft, luxurious fiber alpacas produce is inspiring creativity at Serendipity Alpaca Ranch. The 5.5-acre ranch was created in 2009 by … more
Road Rules: Traffic enforcement and loud mufflers
Recently, someone asked Doug Dahl, Target Zero manager, a question about how modified mufflers and exhausts that rattle the glasses in cupboards are enforced. Dahl’s answer: … more
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Newly elected Ridgefield Lions officers and board members include, front row, from left to right: Jessica Kipp, secretary; Roxanne Cortez, first vice president; Shannon Schick, service project chair; Clyde Burkle, board member; and Gene McCann, treasurer. Back row, left to right: Josh Olson, president; Richard Yelenich, board member; Jim Kolshinski, board member; Don Lasher, board member; and David Schick, membership chair.
Ridgefield Lions donates, welcomes new members
The Ridgefield Lions organization also made four large monetary donations to the community. These donations included $1,250 each to Compassion 360 and the Ridgefield Family Resource Center for … more
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Rachel Valentine, a yoga instructor at Studio 312 at Battle Ground’s Clark County Wellness and Apothecary, offers multiple yoga classes along with prenatal and postnatal yoga instruction.
Clark County Wellness and Apothecary in Battle Ground now offering yoga
Battle Ground’s Clark County Wellness and Apothecary has begun offering yoga classes from two separate instructors at Studio 312. The yoga classes at Clark County Wellness and Apothecary … more
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A map shows the extent of the 1902 Yacolt Burn
Yacolt Burn torched nearly 300,000 acres 121 years ago
A legendary forest fire is back in the spotlight this year as discussions of how the state handles wild blazes is a main topic of discussion. On Sept. 8, 1902, the Yacolt Burn, a fire named … more
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A weekend in 1903 sprouted this barn
Dairy farmers spent just a weekend building this towering barn in Clark County’s Highland area in 1903. The barn belonged to the Christensen family. Current property owner Larry Schlect adores … more
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