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Musicians play in downtown Ridgefield as part of the city’s Birdfest and Bluegrass event on Oct. 2
Jams abound at Ridgefield Birdfest, Bluegrass Festival
A reprieve from the rain led to a perfect day in downtown Ridgefield on Oct. 2, as the sounds of bluegrass filled the streets during the city’s annual … more
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Wildflowers sway in the sunlight in front of Mount St. Helens as the volcano’s crater sets the backdrop in this file photo.
Mount St. Helens area wildlife on list for $1.9M Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation grant
Wildlife habitat enhancement, research and hunting heritage projects across Washington state have received over $1.9 million in funding provided by the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) this year, … more
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Demonstrators gather in front of Battle Ground Mayor Adrian Cortes’ house on Sept. 19 to show support for a “medical freedom” ordinance under consideration by city council.
County GOP rebukes protest at Battle Ground mayor’s house
Commotion over a potential “medical freedom” ordinance affecting public spaces, city buildings and city employees in Battle Ground has led to official condemnation from the Clark County … more
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Washington State Senator John Braun uses a microphone to speak to crowds during a town hall event at the Veterans Memorial Museum alongside state Reps. Peter Abbarno and Ed Orcutt Monday evening in Chehalis.
‘You want me to yell louder?’: 20th District lawmakers on defense at town hall
Lawmakers representing the 20th Legislative District were on defense on Monday during their first in-person town hall event in many months. There, at the Veterans Memorial Museum … more
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Maple Grove Primary Reading Intervention Specialist Amy Hicks, filling in for fourth grade teacher Sara Gillihan, leads students in the Pledge of Allegiance on the first day of the 2021-2022 school year on Sept. 1.
BGPS seeking second try at local levy
Voters in the Battle Ground Public Schools’ district will have an opportunity to vote on a replacement for an expiring local levy that if approved could mean the decades-long return of middle … more
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Demonstrators gather on the street corners in northeast Battle Ground on Sept. 19 to show support for a “medical freedom” ordinance under consideration by city council.
Dozens rally at Battle Ground mayor’s house in support of 'medical freedom' ordinance 
The threat of rain wasn’t enough to deter dozens of demonstrators from congregating in front of Battle Ground Mayor Adrian Cortes’ house on Sunday to show their support for a … more
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First responders and flag bearers participate in a remembrance ceremony for the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks at the Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center.
Oktoberfest, Experience Ridgefield highlight a weekend of festivities
Ridgefield held a host of activities across the city on Sept. 11, with multiple annual events taking place on the same day. Beginning with Ridgefield School District’s “Experience … more
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Port of Ridgefield CEO Brent Grening speaks at Overlook Park during an official opening of the Ridgefield rail overpass on Sept. 11.
Ridgefield connection to waterfront complete
A monumental project to provide a safe crossing from Ridgefield’s downtown to the city’s waterfront is now complete after more than two decades since its conception. Local and state … more
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Battle Ground City Council candidate Josh VanGelder speaks to a crowd gathered in front of city hall on Sept. 7 to support a “medical freedom” ordinance under consideration by the council.
Battle Ground to consider ‘medical freedom’ ordinance
Battle Ground City Council is set to consider an ordinance opposing COVID-19 vaccine mandates in the city as opposition to state-level restrictions to combat the pandemic becomes more … more
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Attendees sing along with one of GR8FRT’s songs at The Extreme Tour’s stop in Battle Ground on Sept. 8.
'The Extreme Tour' makes stop in Battle Ground
A national music and outreach tour stopped by Battle Ground’s Kiwanis Park on Wednesday, Sept. 8, filling the park with guitar sounds as the sun set on a late summer day. Bands who are part … more
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Gov. Jay Inslee
Mask mandate extended to large outdoor gatherings
Gov. Jay Inslee expanded the state’s mask mandate to include large outdoor gatherings, while also alluding to a potential system for Washington state businesses to vet COVID-19 vaccination … more
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Congressional candidate Joe Kent speaks at a rally in Clark County Monday.
Joe Kent rides waves of endorsements at rally with Matt Gaetz
Riding a wave of endorsements by conservative figures — most notably former President Donald Trump — District 3 congressional candidate Joe Kent rallied Monday with Matt Gaetz, a Florida … more
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Clark County Fire Station 151 is pictured.
Fire departments mull future of joint station
Chiefs and commissioners for two Clark County fire districts are currently looking at how to better serve a growing area of the county, with a joint public … more
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Battle Ground Rotary Club Community Service Chair Dan Hanenkrat shows off newly-installed crossing flags at the Main Street and Clark Avenue intersection on Sept. 1.
Battle Ground Rotary pilots crossing flag project on Main Street 
Those trying to navigate Old Town Battle Ground on foot will have an easier time getting across Main Street as the Battle Ground Rotary Club launched a crossing flag pilot project in conjunction with … more
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Maple Grove Primary Fourth Grade Teacher Eric Anderson welcomes students in his class to the 2021-2022 school year on Sept. 1.
First day of school sees a full return to classrooms
The excitement of students in North County school districts filled the hallways of buildings as the first days of the 2021-2022 school year started this week for most of the … more
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From left, Amber Howard, widow of Army Sgt. Bryce Howard, along with her sons Ryen and Caleb, speak to those gathered for a “Never to be Forgotten” ceremony at the Clark County Veterans Memorial on Saturday, Aug. 28.
Clark County soldiers memorialized at ‘Never to be Forgotten’ ceremony
Dozens gathered around the Clark County Veterans War Memorial on Saturday to honor the lives of two members of the Army who died on the same day in different … more
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Andrea Young, owner of Parlour ‘73, colors the hair of Audrina Solano as part of her back-to-school promotion on Wednesday, Aug. 25.
Battle Ground salon provides families with free back-to-school haircuts
The snipping sound of scissors, the hum of an electric razor and the pink glow from a neon sign are some of the first sights and sounds when entering into Parlour ‘73, a Battle Ground-based … more
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Demonstrators hold signs during a freedom rally in opposition to vaccine mandates at Esther Short Park in Vancouver on Friday.
Photos: Demonstrators take part in ‘Unmasked, Unjabbed, Uncensored' rally
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High school football returns this fall with fewer COVID-19 restrictions and a full schedule for teams across Clark and Cowlitz counties.
Friday night lights: Football is back in full swing
High school football teams around Clark County are preparing for a full lineup of competitions, unlike last spring’s shortened five and six-game seasons. Practices started on Aug. 18. … more
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About 50 cars and two antique tractors filled the streets next to La Center Church for a cruise-in organized by the La Center Farmers Market on Thursday, Aug. 26.
Vintage cars make an appearance at La Center cruise-in 
Car enthusiasts braved the rain to display their vehicles, both old and new, for the first La Center Farmers Market Cruise-In on the evening of Thursday, Aug. 26 at the La Center Church. Pastor … more
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