Clark County Public Health is warning residents of new dangers related to algae growths in local waterways. Benthic (that is, at the bottom of a…
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Dogs were part of Fort Vancouver’s history from the start; new ‘BARK Ranger’ tours honor that legacy
By The Citizen on May 21, 2025
There’s no shortage of human history to take in at the Fort Vancouver National Historic Site. But how many human visitors delve into the parallel…
Four ceremonies in Clark County will mark Memorial Day
By The Citizen on May 20, 2025
Four Memorial Day ceremonies on Monday in Clark County will honor members of all branches of the military who have given their lives in service…
‘A unique and powerful story’: Despite cuts, Mount St. Helens Institute committed to providing educational resources to visitors
By The Citizen on May 17, 2025
Since 1996, scientists, researchers, staff and volunteers at Mount St. Helens Institute have been working to educate students and visitors about the mountain’s unique volcanic…
Band together at annual Hazel Dell Parade of Bands
By The Citizen on May 15, 2025
The 59th annual Hazel Dell Parade of Bands will feature 120 entries, including 24 high school and middle school bands marching together in support of…
Washougal Songcraft Festival connects students with music business professionals
By The Citizen on May 14, 2025
WASHOUGAL — Christopher and Stephanie Corbell launched the nonprofit Washougal Songcraft Festival in 2022 to promote arts education, celebrate the craft of songwriting, and develop…
Summer hiring off to slow start for Clark County teenagers but it’s not all doom and gloom
By The Citizen on May 13, 2025
Some local teens are finding it difficult to get jobs this year. And data backs that up, showing the job market for young people is…
‘This isn’t what I do. This is who I am’: PeaceHealth employee Cliff Marble retires after 49 years of service
By The Citizen on May 9, 2025
What began as a summer job working in the cafeteria at St. Joseph Hospital grew into a career that spanned nearly five decades for Cliff…
FVRLibraries wants a new look for library cards — and wants the public to be the designer
By The Citizen on May 9, 2025
As part of its 75th anniversary celebration, the Fort Vancouver Regional Library District is inviting both children and adults to submit designs for new library…
Cascades Volcano Observatory in Vancouver observatory will rock you
By The Citizen on May 8, 2025
You know that very special rock you couldn’t resist picking up and taking home? The one with the uncanny shape, the surprising colors, the strange…