Planned Parenthood’s clinic in Vancouver will remain open amid a wave of national closures as its regional CEO takes steps to ensure patients in Southwest…
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Hazel Dell’s infamous Value Motel has gone from crime magnet to Safe Haven
By The Citizen on October 4, 2025
The motel cradled between Interstate 5 and Highway 99 has long been an infamous landmark in Clark County. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Give More 24! raises $2.3 million for 180 nonprofit groups in Southwest Washington
By The Citizen on October 3, 2025
After a two-year hiatus, the return of Give More 24! raised $2.3 million Sept. 25 for 180 nonprofits across Clark, Cowlitz, Skamania and Wahkiakum counties.…
The proof is in the buildings still standing: Wildfire preparations saved homes in the Burdoin Fire area in the Gorge
By The Citizen on October 3, 2025
Officials from the Washington Department of Natural Resources had the rare opportunity last week to see how well strategies to minimize wildfire damage held up…
St. Andrew needs $175,000 to make sure winter shelter can meet community need
By The Citizen on October 2, 2025
St. Andrew Lutheran Church hopes to raise $175,000 for its winter homeless shelter for women and families. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Federal government’s shutdown fuels uncertainty for Clark County’s federal workers
By The Citizen on October 1, 2025
The federal shutdown that began Wednesday closed government offices in Clark County and created uncertainty for thousands of federal workers here. Read more… Source: The…
Vancouver’s homeless response manager swaps strategies with other cities on national problem
By The Citizen on October 1, 2025
When Jamie Spinelli became Vancouver’s homeless response manager, she visited other cities to learn about their strategies. Now, other cities are seeking advice from her.…
Free Clinic of Southwest Washington completes renovation, hopes to serve more patients
By The Citizen on September 29, 2025
The Free Clinic of Southwest Washington recently completed upgrades to its building that will enable it to serve more patients. As it turns out, the…
Woman sues PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver, alleges medical negligence in death of her husband
By The Citizen on September 25, 2025
A Clark County woman has filed a lawsuit against PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver that alleges medical negligence at the hospital led to her…
Vancouver Housing Authority opens 40-unit supportive housing complex downtown
By The Citizen on September 25, 2025
What looks to most like a simple studio apartment with a bed, four walls and a window represents a new beginning for the residents moving…