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Workforce offers subsidies for hiring student interns
Nonprofit organizations and other small businesses may now apply for a Future Leader Project (FLP) business subsidy by Workforce Southwest Washington (WSW) to assist with paying the salaries of … more
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County seeks four volunteers for Telecommunications Commission
Clark County Manager Kathleen Otto is seeking applicants interested in government and educational television access and television franchising to fill four positions on the volunteer city/county … more
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Educating for the seventh generation: A celebration of indigenous cultures at Clark College
On Friday, Nov. 1, Clark College welcomes the community to its annual powwow as it hosts “Educating for the Seventh Generation.”  Since 2009, Clark College has celebrated … more
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First part-time shoulder lane now open to state Route 14 travelers
Drivers on state Route 14 in the Vancouver-Portland metro can avoid traffic during peak congestion with the opening of a part-time shoulder lane. The Washington State Department of … more
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Ridgefield School District offers language tests for high school credit
Ridgefield School District students in eighth through 12th grades may register for a language proficiency test to earn high school credit in a world language during the 2024-25 semester. … more
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Yelm Community Schools is investigating an incident regarding a Yelm Middle School eighth grade student who was denied permission to use the restroom after having her period in class Oct. 15.
Yelm student denied permission to use restroom after having period in class
A Yelm Middle School eighth grade student is still recovering from an incident she described as stressful and embarrassing. Byllie Eighinger-Lemm, 13, asked her teacher if she could use the … more
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Mask requirement at Washington county’s auditor's office produces standoff
An Island County elections observer was escorted out of the Auditor’s Office on Monday for refusing to wear a facemask. The masking requirement came from Island County Auditor Sheilah … more
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WSU Master Gardeners host leaf exchange in Cowlitz County
The WSU Master Gardeners will hold a leaf exchange from 10 a.m to noon on Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Cowlitz County Fairgrounds, 498 Washington St., Longview. Locals can drop off their bagged leaves … more
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Clark County to host November composting workshops
Composter Recycler Clark County will soon host free events to teach residents about the best methods to compost and recycle their materials. Composting Field Training — CASEE Center: 10- … more
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Challenger Joe Kent gives his final remarks during a Washington Third Congressional District debate at Lower Columbia College in Longview on Wednesday, Oct. 2.
Donald Trump to host telephone town hall for congressional candidate Joe Kent
Former President and Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump will host a telephone town hall for congressional candidate Joe Kent Tuesday evening. The call, scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m., … more
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State Sen. Jeff Wilson asks a question at a legislative roundtable meeting held at the Lewis County Courthouse on Monday, Sept. 23.
State lawmaker to make another push to ‘Ditch the Switch’
State lawmakers will make another push to end daylight savings time when the Legislature reconvenes in January. On Sunday, state Sen. Jeff Wilson, R-Longview, announced he would introduce … more
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Battle Ground resident earns Commission on Aging Silver Citizen Award
The Commission on Aging will present Battle Ground resident Bev Jones and Vancouver resident Larry Smith the Silver Citizen Award to honor their community contributions. The Silver Citizen Award … more
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Paranormal investigator Jefferson Davis and Reflector sales specialist Billy Armstrong utilize a ouija board to contact spirits haunting the site of Julio’s Coffee and Breakfast in Battle Ground on Oct. 6, where local lore says the property was once a brothel run by a woman named Mary, who wears a blue dress.
Clark County has its fair share of ghouls, ghosts and haunts
Is Clark County haunted? Why yes, very, according to local historian, archeologist and paranormal investigator Jefferson Davis. In Battle Ground, spirits have been reported in various places in … more
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Studded tires will be allowed on Washington roadways this week, from Nov. 1 through March 31. Each year studded tires cause between $20 million and $29 million in pavement damage to state-owned asphalt.
Studded tires allowed on Washington roadways beginning this week
As the cold winter weather prepares to rear its ugly head, studded tires will once again be allowed on Washington’s roadways beginning this week. Under state law, the tires, which cause … more
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The Ridgefield Waterfront Park concept divides the area into two zones — one for events and active recreation and another for walking and enjoying the natural scenery. On Thursday, Oct. 24, the Ridgefield City Council approved the plan, with the caveat that water boat storage be included.
Ridgefield City Council approves waterfront park plan
After 10 months of planning, the Ridgefield City Council approved an outline of preferred amenities for its conceptual Waterfront Park. Since January, the city and Port of Ridgefield have … more
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Clark Regional Emergency Services Agency (CRESA) is working to lessen queue times for 911 callers by hiring more 911 emergency communication responders. Jason Fritz, CRESA deputy director of 911 operations, said he hopes to be fully staffed by the start of 2025.
CRESA working to shorten queue times by hiring more people
After a Clark County resident complained on social media that they were sent to voicemail numerous times while trying to reach 911, Jason Fritz, Clark Regional Emergency Services Agency (CRESA) … more
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La Center, Yacolt earn Risk Management Awards for community safety improvements
The cities of La Center and Yacolt recently received the Association of Washington Cities Risk Management Award during the Risk Management Service Agency (RMSA) annual meeting. The award celebrates … more
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Designs for a shared-use path on Pacific Highway in La Center are 75% complete. The 10-foot-wide path aims to improve pedestrian and bicycle access between neighborhoods and downtown. However, the project's funding is uncertain, as $1 million in state funds could be lost depending on the outcome of Initiative 2117 on the general election ballot.
La Center pedestrian access project may lose $1 million
As Washington voters will soon decide whether to repeal the Climate Commitment Act (CCA) in the general election, projects across the state, including La Center’s pedestrian access project on … more
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Eight Cow Creamery workers handed free samples to visitors during its pre-opening celebration on Tuesday, Oct. 22.
Ridgefield community celebrates Eight Cow Creamery storefront opening
Eight Cow Creamery’s long-awaited storefront in Ridgefield is open to the public. On Tuesday, Oct. 22, community members gathered to celebrate Eight Cow Creamery’s new storefront at … more
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Last winter, a rare scene took place near the Battle Ground Walmart as over a dozen local hockey players took advantage of the frozen water to play pond hockey.
Community Focus: What’s there to do for fun when winter weather arrives?
As weather outlooks from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) are calling for a wetter than average Pacific Northwest winter, paired with below-average temperatures, residents … more
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