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Joe Kent gives his final remarks during a Washington 3rd Congressional District debate at Lower Columbia College in Longview on Wednesday, Oct. 2.
Trump names Washington’s Joe Kent to lead counterterrorism agency
President Donald Trump on Monday nominated Joe Kent, a former Army Special Forces soldier and two-time Republican candidate for a congressional seat in southwest Washington, to be director of the … more
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The Reflector’s readers now have the opportunity to honor their favorite business for the first time since 2018 with The Reflector’s launching of the Best of the Best contest. Voting in over 120 categories runs until Feb. 12.
Reflector launches Best of the Best for community members to honor one another
The Best of the Best will give Reflector readers the opportunity to honor their favorite businesses, organizations and individuals that help make up the fabric of the community around us. The … more
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A Clark-Cowlitz Fire Rescue pickup truck is seen parked in a neighborhood filled with smoke from the Palisades fire in Los Angeles County, California.
CCFR fire captain reflects on recent firefighting efforts in LA
Firefighters from throughout the country converged onto Los Angeles County, California, as the Palisades and Eaton fires raged through the urban interface of the massive metro area. Among those fire … more
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A Prairie High School student welds while competing in a SkillsUSA regional team fabrication competition at Centralia College on Friday, Jan. 31.
SkillsUSA high school welding competitions highlight the importance of the industry
North Clark County high school welders traveled to both Kelso High School and Centralia College last week to prove their welding skills.  Students from Battle Ground, Prairie and Ridgefield … more
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The proposed harvest units of the Dabbler timber sale are highlighted in yellow. The timber sale is located in the area south of Siouxon Creek but away from trails.
Dabbler timber sale goes forward with lawsuit in place
The Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR) auctioned off the Dabbler timber last week, but the lawsuit by the Legacy Forest Defense Coalition and Friends of Clark County still stands.  … more
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Food bank Executive Director Elizabeth Cerveny explains the amount of food donated to each family per month at the North County Community Food Bank in Battle Ground earlier this month.
The Reflector Person of the Year: Food bank director leads community’s battle against hunger
As the executive director of North County Community Food Bank in Battle Ground, Elizabeth Cerveny leads a pillar of support for families grappling with food insecurity. Since taking over, her … more
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Clark County Fire District 3 Fire Chief Chris Drone said he is looking forward to providing 24/7 staffing to each of the fire district’s stations thanks to the passing of a levy lid lift last year, taking effect in 2025.
Clark County Fire District 3 has a new man at the helm
Earlier this month, after Fire Chief Scott Sorenson retired, Clark County Fire District 3 (CCFD3) upgraded Assistant Chief Chris Drone’s office to the big one.  Drone was officially … more
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Runners burst off the starting line of the 10-kilomether race at the 11th annual Race for Warmth held Sunday, Jan. 26, at Fort Vancouver Way in Vancouver. The event hosted a record-breaking 1,750 participants across all events, including a 5K walk/run, a kids race, and a 16-mile bike ride.
Locals raise thousands at 11th annual Race for Warmth in Vancouver
The 11th annual Clark Public Utilities Race for Warmth broke participation records Sunday, Jan. 26, with 1,750 runners, walkers and cyclists participating. This year’s event, which featured a … more
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Jeff Grisso crosses a finish line at the Battle Ground Community Center. Over the last six and a half years, Grisso embarked on a walking goal to complete the distance equivalent to a trip around earth, which he completed on Saturday, Jan. 25, when he crossed mile 24,901.
BG man walks equivalent of distance around earth
First inspired to get healthy, over six years ago, Jeff Grisso of Battle Ground, began a journey of walking the streets of Battle Ground and beyond so much that it has equated to a trip around the … more
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The La Center School District will seek voter approval in the Feb. 11 special election for an education programs and operations (EP&O) levy, which funds key aspects of district operations and student programs including athletics. It replaces the previous EP&O levy that expired.
La Center School District seeks EP&O replacement levy in special election
The La Center School District is asking voters to approve an educational programs and operations levy in the Feb. 11 special election to maintain key student programs and faculty in schools. The … more
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Construction on the new pickleball courts at Kiwanis Park in Battle Ground has been delayed from its original fall 2024 completion to early 2025. The delays were caused by issues with structural engineering plans and delays in procuring lighting materials. The project is currently 65% complete according to city officials, who aim for an early spring 2025 project completion.
Completion of Battle Ground’s first pickleball courts faces delays
Excitement over Kiwanis Park’s first-ever pickleball courts is building, but unexpected delays have pushed the project’s completion to early spring. In May 2024, the City of Battle … more
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Battle Ground is the latest city in southwest Washington to consider camping bans on public property. Advocates from the Council for the Homeless in Clark County shared concerns that the laws create additional barriers for the unhoused and fail to address the root cause: a lack of affordable housing.
Rising number of public camping bans concern local advocates
Local advocates for the unhoused are concerned by ordinances punishing public camping in the wake of a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling.  On June 28, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 … more
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Hockinson High School CTE student Lars Sarkinen makes a cut on a board during a SkillsUSA carpentry competition in Ridgefield on Friday, Jan. 17.
School bond to pave way for CTE expansion in Hockinson
The expansion of Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs at Hockinson High School is in the hands of voters next month as a Job Readiness Education Building is a key feature to the Hockinson … more
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Ridgefield Mayor Ron Onslow stands near the Ron Onslow Nature Playground in Ridgefield’s Abrams Park on Wednesday, Jan. 8. Onslow vows to continue his efforts in transforming the playground after his retirement from the City Council.
Ridgefield Mayor Ron Onslow retires from council
Ridgefield Mayor Ron Onslow, who has served on the council for nearly 18 years, hasn’t given his retirement much thought until now. Onslow, who attended his last City Council meeting … more
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Wynn Grcich stands at the microphone during the public comment portion of the Battle Ground City Council meeting on Monday, Jan. 6. She held up a book she says links fluoride to brain damage, criticizing the council for continuing the practice of water fluoridation despite health concerns.
BG City Council workshop leads to fluoride debate
The Battle Ground City Council faced pushback from some locals following a workshop on Jan. 6 addressing the city’s practice of using fluoride in its water supply. The workshop was … more
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A demand letter issued by Woodland’s city attorney seeking $580 in “misused funds” from former Mayor Will Finn sparked controversy during the City Council meeting on Monday, Jan. 8. Mayor Todd Dinehart defended the letter, citing findings from a recent state audit, while some councilors raised concerns about potential legal risks and insufficient details. Finn criticized the demand, calling the claims vague and unsupported by the letter and attached audit report.
Demand letter for ‘misused funds’ sparks tensions at Woodland council
A demand letter seeking repayment of $580 in “misused funds” has ignited tensions between Woodland Mayor Todd Dinehart and members of the City Council. During a Monday, Jan. 6 … more
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Overcrowding at Hockinson Heights Elementary School is seen on Wednesday, Jan. 8 causing both morning and afternoon traffic congestion. A line of cars waiting to pick students up at the end of the school day often overflows from the school parking lot onto 164th Street and causes congestion on the road.
Hockinson district seeks bond with 90% of funds dedicated to elementary school
The largest elementary school in Clark County will be headlining a bond going out to voters in the Hockinson School District next month.  The Hockinson Bond 2025, which aims for more space … more
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Fire District 3 Chief Scott Sorenson (right) holds a cake celebrating his retirement, signaling the end of his 45-year career, Monday, Dec. 30, at Fire Station 31. Sorenson has been with the district since 1979, serving as chief since 2017.
Retiring Fire District 3 chief reflects on a legacy of service
This year marks the end of Fire District 3 Chief Scott Sorenson’s 45-year career, making him the longest-serving employee in the district’s history. On Monday, Dec. 30, firefighters, … more
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The proposed harvest units of the Dabbler timber sale are highlighted in yellow. The timber sale is located in the area south of Siouxon Creek but away from trails.
Friends of Clark County joins lawsuit to prevent Dabbler timber sale
The Friends of Clark County (FOCC) and Legacy Forest Defense Coalition (LFDC) jointly filed a lawsuit last week in Superior Court, alleging multiple violations by the Washington state Department of … more
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Warren Forrest is believed to have killed Carol Valenzuela after she went missing on Aug. 2, 1974. According to law enforcement, Forrest continued his pattern of taking time off of work around the time of a woman’s disappearance. On Aug. 2, 1974, Forrest took a half-day off from work. Now, Clark County Sheriff’s Office Cold Case Unit investigators are working toward Forrest’s third conviction, this time for Valenzuela.
Third Warren Forrest conviction would bring clarity and peace to victim’s family
Three generations of family have faced the ripple effects from Warren Forrest’s alleged killing of Clark County woman Carol Valenzuela in 1974.  The Clark County Sheriff’s … more
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