The city of Vancouver has proposed cutting funding for environmental education nonprofit Columbia Springs in December. Read more… Source: The Columbian
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PeaceHealth will buy four Providence clinics in Clark County by December
PeaceHealth announced Thursday it will acquire four Providence medical clinics in Clark County. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Vancouver is planning for the birds: Codes will help reduce bird collisions with buildings
Mid-September to mid-October is one of the busiest times for birds migrating to warmer, southern climes. Sadly, many will never reach their destination. A study…
Clark County could lose millions of dollars for projects if voters OK I-2117 to repeal cap-and-invest
Environmental projects in Clark County stand to lose millions of dollars generated by the state’s cap-and-invest program if voters repeal it in November. Read more… …
First-time homebuyers in Clark County can find financial assistance from nonprofits, state programs
As mortgage rates drop and first-time homebuyers plunge into the market, a variety of nonprofits and new state programs stand ready to help. Read more… …
Clark County Treasurer’s Office says residents should disregard property tax bill sent in error
The Clark County Treasurer’s Office sent 6,000 residents an erroneous property tax bill last month. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Birchstone hopes to bridge the gap; clinic in Vancouver will offer mental health urgent care starting this month
A person experiencing a mental health crisis often needs more support than a visit to the emergency room. A family of therapists in Vancouver aims…
iUrban Teen gets grant from NBA Foundation to introduce students to sports administration
Vancouver nonprofit iUrban Teen has launched a new program to introduce youth across Clark County to the world of sports management. Read more… Source: The…
Two Vancouver companies get state grants to develop green technology
Washington’s Department of Commerce awarded nearly $800,000 in grants to two Vancouver companies developing green technology. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Yacolt Burn timber sale opposed by neighbors gets a short delay
A planned timber sale on Department of Natural Resources forestland in northeast Clark County that is opposed by neighbors has been postponed — but only…