The Clark County Council’s decision not to spend nearly $100,000 on a rail consultant, made during its July 10 meeting, caught many by surprise. Council…
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The drive comes alive with mural stretching along I-5 overpass in downtown Vancouver
By The Citizen on July 22, 2024
Vibrant and colorful Pacific Northwest native flowers, fruits, animals and more decorate the East Evergreen Boulevard Interstate 5 overpass. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Washington’s 988 Crisis and Suicide Lifeline marks 2nd anniversary as advocates call it pillar for mental health support
By The Citizen on July 19, 2024
July marks the two-year anniversary of the launch of Washington’s 988 Crisis and Suicide Lifeline, an initiative advocates say has become a pillar for mental…
Washington nonprofit gears up to help Clark County foster youth with school supples
By The Citizen on July 19, 2024
For many students immersed in summer fun, the first day of school is the furthest thing from their minds. But Washington nonprofit Treehouse is gearing…
Vancouver Fire Department sees slight drop in overdoses with new Narcan leave-behind program
By The Citizen on July 18, 2024
In 2023, the Vancouver Fire Department responded to one to two overdoses a day on average, according to the department. Read more… Source: The Columbian
After overcoming addiction and homelessness, Wittners helping others find hope
By The Citizen on July 18, 2024
Jonathan and Treva Wittner strolled across a walkway adorned with the message “Hope is here” — a testament to their journey. Read more… Source: The…
Vancouver man guilty of murder in fatal shooting of his former girlfriend
By The Citizen on July 17, 2024
A Clark County Superior Court jury found a Vancouver man guilty of murder Wednesday in the shooting of his former girlfriend after less than a…
Vancouver City Council considers zoning changes to promote affordable housing
By The Citizen on July 17, 2024
The city of Vancouver is considering more short-term zoning changes to increase the city’s housing options, most notably a mobile home park zoning district that…
Clark County medical examiner identifies man killed in alleged hit-and-run near Andresen Road WinCo
By The Citizen on July 17, 2024
The Clark County Medical Examiner’s Office identified a 38-year-old man as the person found dead under a tree July 8 along Northeast Andresen Road. Read…
Clark County Public Health shines the light on heat in new study
By The Citizen on July 16, 2024
Clark County Public Health is identifying the county’s hot spots. Not the hot spots that are the best places to grab dinner or spend a…