A 13-year-old human trafficking victim came to the Children’s Justice Center nine times but refused to testify against those who were exploiting her. Tracking her…
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Clark County Council votes to keep zoning ordinance allowing surface mining in Chelatchie Bluff area
By The Citizen on October 23, 2024
Special zoning that allows surface mining in the Chelatchie Bluff area will stay in effect, at least for now. On Tuesday, the Clark County Council…
Vancouver could require landlords to have rental licenses, pay for regular unit inspections
By The Citizen on October 22, 2024
Starting in 2026, landlords with long-term rentals in Vancouver may be required to obtain a $30 per unit annual license, as well as pay for…
Humane Society for Southwest Washington will acquire Humane Society of Cowlitz County
By The Citizen on October 22, 2024
The Humane Society for Southwest Washington announced Tuesday it will acquire the Humane Society of Cowlitz County. Read more… Source: The Columbian
First responders in Clark County have a new tool to fight opioid addiction after overdoses
By The Citizen on October 21, 2024
First responders in Clark County can now administer a medication to treat opioid-use disorder through a statewide pilot program. Read more… Source: The Columbian
‘We need a miracle’: Senior residents trying to buy their east Vancouver mobile home park
By The Citizen on October 18, 2024
Marlene and Richard Stanley moved into their home 44 years ago — a yellow manufactured house with a lush garden. Over the years, they invested…
There’s a new sheriff in town: La Center contracts with Clark County for police services
By The Citizen on October 17, 2024
LA CENTER — After more than a year of negotiations, the city of La Center has a formal contract for full-time police services with the…
‘A significant milestone’: Camp Kwoneesum Dam is gone but work to reshape the land continues
By The Citizen on October 16, 2024
SKAMANIA — The past five months have brought a lot of changes to the remote forestland that once housed Camp Kwoneesum Dam. Read more… Source:…
Skamania did not properly track assets and evidence held by sheriff’s office, says state audit
By The Citizen on October 15, 2024
Skamania County did not have a system to effectively track agency assets and evidence or other items held in custody by the sheriff’s office, according…
Ogden cottages offer below-market rent and a chance at community in Vancouver
By The Citizen on October 15, 2024
As Derek Huegel walked through a small cottage in the Ogden neighborhood, he pointed to the in-unit washer and dryer and the contemporary finishes, including…