LONGVIEW — Cowlitz County Health Officer Alan Melnick and Deputy Health Officer Steve Krager elected to resign effective Sunday after the Cowlitz County Board of…
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12 ideas for giving season: Many places in Clark County could use your gift of time or supplies
The end of the year is often called the season of giving, with people exchanging gifts for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and other holidays. Read more… …
Gov. Jay Inslee optimistic about his proposed 2024 supplemental budget
Gov. Jay Inslee is “cautiously optimistic” that state legislators will approve his proposed 2024 supplemental budget released Wednesday. Inslee met with The Columbian’s Editorial Board…
Multifamily construction: Occupancy rates in Clark County hit healthy level, rents remain steady, real estate company says
With Clark County’s multifamily occupancy rate healthy after having been tight coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic, rents in the area have remained steady. And…
Ombuds program in King County gives those experiencing homelessness an ally in navigating system, resolving problems
Katara Jordan adjusts her cellphone against her ear with one hand while the other dances across her laptop’s keyboard. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Steigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge’s reconnection project allows excess water to naturally drain into Columbia River
As a series of atmospheric rivers pushed through the region, excessive runoff proved the success of one of the largest habitat restoration projects in the…
Judge awards $1.3M in fees to 3 Latino Clark County Public Works employees who won hostile workplace lawsuit
A federal judge Friday awarded three Latino Clark County Public Works employees $1.3 million in attorney fees after a jury previously found in favor of…
Hospice patients, pets focus of Pet Peace of Mind, which has Vancouver branch
Belinda Walker’s mother had her two Havanese and Pomeranian dogs on her lap 24/7. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Clark County nonprofits celebrate GivingTuesday, praise community support
Tuesday marked the 11th annual GivingTuesday, a day when many local nonprofits launched campaigns to generate community donations. Read more… Source: The Columbian
GivingTuesday marks global generosity day
Tuesday is GivingTuesday, a worldwide initiative promoting a day of generosity, but many organizations in Clark County hope the giving spirit will last for the…