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Ridgefield’s Kylie Andrew attempts a three pointer during a game against La Center on Monday, Dec. 19.
Ridgefield girls roll past La Center by 33 points
The Ridgefield girls cruised to victory over La Center on Monday, Dec. 19 as the team secured a 60-27 non-league win.  La Center started the first quarter with an early run and dominant … more
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A snow plow travels on Charter Oak Road in Battle Ground on Friday, Dec. 23. 
Icy weather impacts Clark County and region
Clark County got its first hit of winter weather as icy conditions snarled traffic on interstates and roadways on Thursday and Friday. The National Weather Service issued a winter … more
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The ribbon for the new Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge administrative building is cut during a ceremony on Dec. 16.
Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge unveils headquarters at ceremony
Dozens of people gathered at the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge’s headquarters on Dec. 16 to commemorate the opening of an administration and multipurpose building. The building was a … more
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Battle Ground’s Tait Spencer scores over Union’s Tucker Dunseth at Battle Ground High School on Friday, Dec. 16.
Battle Ground boys battle hard for 75-67 victory over Union
For years, the Union boys basketball team has dominated the Greater St. Helens League 4A division. But that shifted on Friday, Dec. 16, as the Battle Ground Tigers secured their first league win of … more
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Vancouver Bicycle Club member Mike Detlef inspects one of hundreds of bikes put together as part of Waste Connections’ 12th annual Bike Build at the Clark County Fairgrounds on Dec. 10.
Annual ‘Bike Build’ event brings Christmas cheer to fairgrounds
Chains were put into place, frames were fitted and tires were filled with air at the Clark County Fairgrounds on Saturday as hundreds of volunteers put together bikes as part of an annual event … more
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JROTC members pack food into boxes at the Dollar’s Corner fire station, one of several donation hubs for the 2022 Walk and Knock food drive on Dec. 3.
Walk and Knock returns to regular format
The annual Interservice Walk and Knock food drive returned to its usual pickup format over the weekend following two years of a “Drive and Drop” setup to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic. … more
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General election certified by Clark County
The votes for the 2022 general election are all counted in Clark County with Congressional candidate Joe Kent saying he will file for a recount in his race. On Nov. 29, the Clark County Canvassing … more
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Ridgefield’s Christmas tree lights up Overlook Park after a tree lighting ceremony on Dec. 3.
Overlook Park illuminated during Ridgefield tree lighting
Ridgefield’s full day of festivities celebrating the holiday season hit downtown Saturday, Dec. 3 as part of the city’s annual “Hometown Celebration.” At 9 a.m., the ugly … more
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A contestant in Clark County Saddle Club’s Dec. 3 barrel race rounds one of the turns during the first set of competitions.
Clark County Saddle Club hosts barrel racing event at new location
The Clark County Saddle Club is all settled in its brand-new facility south of Battle Ground. On Dec. 3, the facility off of state Route 503 was host to a full day of events. It started with a … more
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The Christmas tree at ilani lights up the night during a ceremony at the casino on Nov. 23.
Cowlitz Tribal Foundation gives out $2.5 million in grant funding
The Cowlitz Indian Tribe celebrated its start to the holiday season with a tree lighting ceremony at ilani on Nov. 23 as they announced roughly $2.5 million of grants the tribe handed out through its … more
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Battle Ground artist Curtis Pittman details his artwork, which is called the “Tree of Life,” during its installation at Ridgefield High School on Nov. 16.
‘Tree of Life’ springs at Ridgefield High School
On a chilly November day, rods of steel arose from the ground at Ridgefield High School. When completed, the metal will resemble grass blowing in the wind, and if the sculpture’s designer … more
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Battle Ground teen Hannah Boyett makes a sale at her fundraiser to support a family in need in the parking lot of the Margarita Factory on Nov. 20.
Christmas bake sale still supporting local families four years running
A Battle Ground teen is continuing a tradition to provide a family in need with a joyful Christmas.  On Nov. 20, 16-year-old Hannah Boyett and her family set up in the parking lot of the … more
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Abigail Alway, an eighth grader at Woodland Middle School, was surprised during the school’s Veterans Day assembly with the return of her uncle, Sergeant Edward Mayer II, who helped raise her.
Woodland student surprised by uncle on leave from Army during Veterans Day ceremony 
An eighth grade student at Woodland Middle School was surprised by her uncle who she hadn’t seen in nearly three years at a Veterans Day assembly. Abigail Alway initially thought she was … more
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In focus: Anglers at Haapa Boat Launch fish on Lewis River
Anglers fish for steelhead and salmon at the Haapa Boat Launch on the Lewis River in Woodland. The boat launch, located just down river from the Merwin Dam, is located on the border of Cowlitz and … more
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Liz Cerveny looks over food boxes at the North County Community Food Bank in Battle Ground on Nov. 10.
Battle Ground food bank in need of donations as holiday season approaches
Industries across the board have been impacted by inflation and supply chain shortages over the past year, and nonprofits are no exception.  The North County Community Food Bank in Battle … more
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Election 2022: Preliminary results provide glimpse into county, state and congressional races 
The first count of ballots in Clark County for the 2022 general election were released shortly after 8 p.m. on Tuesday and provide the first picture of what results will look like for county, state … more
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Clark County Public Works Clean Water Outreach Specialist Eric Lambert discusses the characteristics of trees at the Gordy Jolma Family Natural Area during a nature walk on Nov. 2.
Old Cedars golf course reopens as Gordy Jolma Family Natural Area
What was once the Cedars at Salmon Creek Golf Course officially reopened on Nov. 2 as the Gordy Jolma Family Natural Area. The remnants of sand traps were the only clear signs that the land was … more
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Patrons of ilani’s sports betting lounge watch games on The Stadium Bar & Grill’s video wall during a grand opening for wagering on Nov. 6.
ilani holds ceremony to welcome sports betting to the casino
Those looking to wager on athletics now have a local option as ilani introduced sports betting last month. On Nov. 6, the casino held a grand opening ceremony to welcome the new offering at its … more
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The NW’s Largest Garage Sale took place at the Clark County Fairgrounds on Nov. 5.
NW’s Largest Garage Sale returns to Ridgefield with over 600 vendors
People at the Clark County Fairgrounds were able to buy quilts, knives, pet supplies and other items during the NW’s Largest Garage Sale on Saturday, Nov. 5. Samantha Buckley was at the … more
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Otto, one of the award winners at the Battle Ground Pooch Parade on Oct. 27, waits as his owner, Laura Ealer, receives a prize.
Dogs put on display during Battle Ground’s first Pooch Parade
Battle Ground played host to a shark, an escaped jail inmate, an award-winning racehorse and a beloved cartoon character last Thursday. The characters were all dogs who masqueraded during a new … more
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