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Karl Ahlen, current Corps' Project Manager for the Sediment Retention Structure, stands facing the dam's spillway on Wednesday, May 21. It was built in response to the Mount St. Helens eruption.
Mt. St. Helens miracle: How the Army Corps protected the region's safety and economy
MOUNT ST. HELENS — Col. Terry Connell was at his downtown Portland church one Sunday in 1980 when Mount St. Helens erupted. “You could see all the smoke and the ash coming out of the … more
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Works from northern Clark County artists will be on display during Plas Newydd Farm Art Initiative’s first fine arts show.
Plas Newydd Farm Arts Initiative to host fine art show
The Plas Newydd Farm Arts Initiative will host its first fine arts show, Creating Space, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, May 24–25, at the historic Plas Newydd Farm, located at … more
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State Rep. Peter Abbarno, second from left, looks on as Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson signs his legislation on Monday, May 19, at the state Capitol in Olympia.
Abbarno bill to provide stability to private utilities amid natural disasters signed into law
Gov. Bob Ferguson signed a bill sponsored by state Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Centralia, on Monday, May 19, that gives more financial flexibility to utility companies to respond to certain emergencies. … more
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Crews work on the Interstate 5 bridge over the Columbia River in 2019. (Photo by the Oregon Department of Transportation)
Gluesenkamp Perez urges House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee to support Southwest Washington priorities
U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, this week testified in front of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee to underscore priorities for Southwest Washington for the upcoming … more
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U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez tours the U.S. Capitol with law enforcement from Clark County.
MGP honors local officers in Washington, D.C., during National Police Week
U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, welcomed local law enforcement officers from Southwest Washington to Washington, D.C., last week in honor of National Police Week. In the same … more
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State Sen. Jeff Wilson, R-Longview.
Sen. Jeff Wilson bill to test for harmful chemicals in certain fertilizers signed into law
Gov. Bob Ferguson signed a bill sponsored by Sen. Jeff Wilson, R-Longview, on Monday, May 19, launching a testing program to identify forever chemicals in the state’s food supply. Senate … more
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Man who trafficked victims in Washington, Oregon and across the country sentenced to 11 years in prison
A 35-year-old Washington state man was sentenced this week in U.S. District Court in Tacoma to 11 years in prison for sex trafficking of a minor, Acting U.S. Attorney Teal Luthy Miller announced in a … more
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Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez answers a question at a town hall in the TransAlta Commons at Centralia College on Tuesday, April 22.
MGP helps introduce bipartisan bill to ensure minimum wage reflects local cost of living
U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, and Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pennsylvania, recently introduced the bipartisan Fair Wage Act. The legislation is aimed at indexing the federal … more
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Drivers should expect additional lane closures along section four as workers move to phase three of the Ridgefield Pioneer Widening and Discovery Drive Roundabout Project.
Ridgefield Pioneer Street project moves to next phase
The Ridgefield Pioneer Widening and Discovery Drive Roundabout Project, now two-thirds complete, has entered its next phase. New traffic changes took effect May 19 and will remain in place through … more
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A protestor waves American flags next to a sign that reads "No Nazis, no kings" during a May 15, 2025 demonstration in Ridgefield.
Ridgefield residents rally against Musk, Trump policies
A small but vocal group of protestors gathered in steady rain on Thursday, May 15, at the Pioneer Street and Royle Road roundabout in Ridgefield to oppose Elon Musk’s role in recent federal … more
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Ridgefield Mayor Matt Cole speaks during a May 15 council workshop, where he expressed support for preserving the city's history through intentional planning and storytelling as part of the Envision Ridgefield 2045 comprehensive plan update.
City Council prioritizes historic preservation in Ridgefield’s long-term growth strategy
During a Thursday, May 15 workshop, Ridgefield City Council members signaled growing interest in weaving historic preservation into the city’s long-range growth strategy as they work to update … more
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A group of high school students and apprenticeship representatives stand together after the Battle Ground Public Schools Apprenticeship Signing Day at the Lewisville campus in Battle Ground on Thursday, May 15.
Battle Ground Public Schools puts the backbone of America in the spotlight
Everybody knows about the classic high school athlete signing their letter of intent to continue their athletic and academic career at a college, but what about continuing their education and career … more
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Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia, looks through documents during the legislative session at the Washington state Capitol in Olympia on Friday, April 25.
Washington Republicans fought against these bills; two could still be vetoed
With a major budget deficit looming, this year's Washington state legislative session was full of drama, and that's before taking a look at a number of policy changes. Now that the session has … more
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A 400-square-foot parcel near the northeast corner of La Center Road and the northbound I-5 offramp is the proposed site for La Center’s new city entrance sign, including an electronic reader board.
La Center clears path for long-planned city sign near I-5
After years of planning, the City of La Center took a major step toward installing a city sign near Interstate 5. On Wednesday, May 14, the City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 2025-01, … more
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Environmental cleanup completed at Ridgefield Park Laundry site
Environmental remediation at the former Park Laundry site in downtown Ridgefield is complete, clearing the way for future redevelopment and revitalization. The city-owned portion of the property is … more
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Marc Fogle, 54, of Clackamas, Oregon, died in an altercation with Clark County Sheriff’s Office deputy Bryson Layton during a DUI arrest on May 7.
Bodycam footages shows moments before, after Clark County deputy fatally stabbed DUI suspect in Ridgefield
“I’m a dead man. You’re talking to a dead man,” Marc Fogle, 54, of Clackamas, Oregon, told Clark County Sheriff’s Office deputy Bryson Layton in the Washington State … more
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La Center launches online permit system
The City of La Center is launching a new online permitting system where residents can submit requests for building, land use and engineering permits. The online system, powered by the … more
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Philip Johnson is running for the Battle Ground City Council after stepping down from public office in 2023. The former mayor says city code enforcement, housing standards and infrastructure priorities motivated his return.
Former mayor says frustration with city’s direction pushed him to run again
Former Battle Ground Mayor and City Councilor Philip Johnson is once again running for a seat on the Battle Ground City Council after stepping away from elected office in 2023. His decision to return … more
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A student at Battle Ground Public Schools uses a Chromebook. The distracted received a $1.4 million federal grant to help purchase more units and reimburse internet hotspot costs in 2021.
Federal investigation clears Battle Ground Public Schools of wrongdoing with Chromebooks, despite 2023 state audit findings
A federal investigation has found the Battle Ground Public Schools (BGPS) District in compliance with the use of federal grant money during the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2023, the state said … more
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Cherish DesRochers now faces a challenge from Brian Munson for Council Position 6. Munson served on the council from 2016 to 2021. Munson was first appointed in 2016, won reelection in 2017 and lost his seat in 2021 to Troy McCoy.
Final list set for city council races across Clark County
Candidate filings for the 2025 local city council elections officially closed at 5 p.m. on Friday, May 9. The final list of candidates is now confirmed and available at … more
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