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NW Natural gas pumps can be found in various Clark County neighborhoods, maintaining energy for gas-powered homes and businesses. If approved by voters in November, Initiative-2066 would require Battle Ground and other cities to maintain their supply of natural gas.
Fourth initiative to protect natural gas likely to qualify for November ballot
An initiative to protect the use of natural gas in Washington will likely be on the November general election ballot. In a press release, Let’s Go Washington, the organization that … more
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A pool thermometer placed in the East Fork Lewis River at just ankle depth registers around 55 degrees Fahrenheit for the water temperature while the outside temperature was around 77 degrees at Daybreak Regional Park in May 2023.
One year since Zack’s Law passes, cold water shock still poses a threat
When Centralia teen Zachary Lee Rager swam in a chilly river on a warm spring day in 2021, a cooling swim soon turned into tragedy when he suddenly experienced cold water shock and passed away. That … more
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From Feb. 1 to June 17, 2024, approximately 350 earthquakes were detected at Mount St. Helens by the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network. Over 95% of the earthquakes were less than a magnitude 1.0 and too small to be felt at the surface. The alert level for Mount St. Helens remains the same despite recent reports of magma “recharging.”
Mount St. Helens alert level holds steady despite recent reports of “recharging”
Over the past several months, small magnitude earthquakes have been occuring at Mount St. Helens, the activity is similar to 2023 observations. The Cascades Volcano Observatory stated in a press … more
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U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez spoke with first responders from Vancouver to learn about their child care needs during a roundtable at Vancouver City Hall on Thursday, June 20. The event was moderated by Vancouver City Councilor Sarah Fox, right.
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez hosts child care roundtable with first responders
U.S. District Three Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez listened to first responders’ concerns about their struggles accessing child care while maintaining their jobs during a roundtable with first … more
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Leslie Lewallen stated her priority is to shut down the Southern border, citing a need to address the rising drug-related deaths in southwest Washington. Lewallen is running for Washington’s third congressional district seat.
Congressional candidate Leslie Lewallen aims to reduce drug overdoses
Third congressional district candidate Leslie Lewallen highlighted her goals if elected to close the Southern border and fund the police during a June 21 town hall in Camas. Lewallen is a former … more
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Eric Johnson Jr., a La Center native, has secured two top 10 finishes in four races in his first full season on the Arca Menards Series West, a NASCAR touring series.
La Center local making waves in Arca Menards Series West
In his first full season in the Arca Menards Series West, a NASCAR touring series, La Center’s Eric Johnson Jr. has secured two top 10 finishes in four races. Johnson finished 10th in the … more
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Leslie Lewallen smiles for a photo in front of a flag that flew over the White House Tuesday morning at her Camas home.
In speech, congressional candidate Leslie Lewallen seeks to separate herself from Republican rival
As she seeks to unseat a freshman representative in one of the most hotly contested congressional districts in the country, candidate and Camas City Councilor Leslie Lewallen told a crowd at the … more
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Joe Kent speaks to Cowlitz County Republicans during a town hall on Friday, May 31, in Kelso. Kent is running for Washington's Third Congressional District seat, currently held by Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania.
Joe Kent focuses on immigration, war during town hall
Third District Congressional candidate Joe Kent drove home his conservative priorities on immigration, the war in Ukraine and American politics May 31 at a town hall in Kelso. The Third District … more
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U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania County, greets Port of Ridgefield CEO Randy Mueller as she arrives for an outdoor port meeting at the Ridgefield waterfront on June 26, 2023.
MGP says Biden must do more at Southern border as president issues executive order
Following months of repeated criticism of the federal government’s immigration policy, Third Congressional District Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Washougal, has renewed pleas for President … more
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Marie Gluesenkamp Perez
Gluesenkamp Perez backs new ‘right to repair’ legislation
A group of lawmakers has introduced legislation they say would guarantee consumers a right to repair their own products, which they say could result in a savings of roughly $330 a year per household. … more
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Mount St. Helens is seen beyond Coldwater Lake on Thursday, May 11.
Multiple visitor centers remain open along Spirit Lake Highway after 2023 debris flow
Several recreational sites remain open to explore at Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument following the May 2023 debris flow, known as the South Coldwater Slide, according to a news release … more
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From June 8-9 anglers across the state can fish for various species without a license. Any fish requiring a catch record card, including sturgeon, salmon, steelhead and halibut, and all shellfish will still require a license.
WDFW Free Fishing Weekend returns to Washington, June 8-9
For one weekend, anglers across the state can fish for various species without a license. This year, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (WDFW) annual Free Fishing Weekend event … more
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Co-owner of two Clark County automotive businesses convicted for violating Clean Air Act
The co-owner of two Clark County automotive businesses was convicted on Thursday, May 23, in the U.S. District Court in Tacoma of conspiracy and 11 felony counts of violating the federal Clean Air … more
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Washington Traffic Safety Commission unveils new messaging amid increase in fatal crashes
The Washington Traffic Safety Commission is changing its messaging regarding its goal of reducing fatal and serious injury automobile crashes. The change comes after Washington state in 2023 … more
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Ray Yurkewycz
Mount St. Helens Institute executive director steps down after more than a decade
After 13 years, Amboy-based Mount St. Helens Institute has a new director. Ray Yurkewycz’s last day was April 30, after serving since 2011 as the executive director of the nonprofit that … more
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The volcanic plume of Mount St. Helens is pictured in this May 18, 1980, photograph.
Volcano Awareness Month: Numerous activities available in person, social media
Scientists and preparedness officials will be at the Science and Learning Center at Coldwater to commemorate the tragic 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens on Saturday, May 18. On May 18, 1980, a … more
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Northern Lights dazzle over Clark County with rare display
The Northern Lights made a rare appearance over Clark County overnight between Friday, May 10 and Saturday, May 11. The Aurora Borealis display was labeled a severe geomagnetic storm by the National … more
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Ridgefield High School’s varsity knowledge bowl team spends time after school to practice their skills. Students use a buzzer to answer questions as quickly as possible.
Ridgefield’s brightest win second knowledge bowl national championship
Ridgefield High School’s Varsity Knowledge Bowl team won its 2A national championship on Saturday, April 20. This marks the team’s second national championship victory since 2022. … more
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Candidate filing period for government positions begins May 6
Those interested in running for public office can file their declarations beginning May 6. This year, many offices are open for federal and local candidate filings, such as U.S. senator, … more
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District 3 U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez toured the City of Vancouver’s Marine Park Wastewater Treatment Plant with Frank Dick, Vancouver wastewater treatment program manager, on Wednesday, April 24.
U.S. Rep. Perez tours wastewater treatment plant, shares clean water investments at roundtable
District 3 U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenka mp Perez gathered local stakeholders to discuss her clean water priorities in Congress at the City of Vancouver’s Marine Park Wastewater Treatment Plant on … more
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