People are sometimes released from the Clark County Jail late at night or in the wee hours of the morning. Read more… Source: The Columbian
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Avangrid powers green energy, bringing its National Control Center to Vancouver
By The Citizen on June 27, 2024
As some continue to question whether green technologies can translate into well-paying jobs, Avangrid, a sustainable energy company, has steadily been proving they can. The…
Clearer vision for algae plan: County meets with stakeholders to discuss fending off toxic blooms at lakes
By The Citizen on June 24, 2024
Summer is here which means the cyanobacteria — better known as blue-green algae — often found in Clark County lakes won’t be far behind. The…
Two groups work to educate Clark County residents on environmental issues around county’s short railroad
By The Citizen on June 20, 2024
Some call them environmental champions. Others have less complimentary names. For the past 18 months, members of Friends of Clark County and Friends of Central…
Community Foundation launches loan program to help nonprofits build affordable housing
By The Citizen on June 13, 2024
After 40 years of serving the region through local giving, the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington will invest in the community in a new way…
Clark County tour touts benefits of natural gardens, sustainable techniques
By The Citizen on June 12, 2024
If you’ve been wanting to learn more about sustainable gardening practices, Clark County Green Neighbors has just the ticket. This year’s garden tour, from 10…
Health experts: Syphillis is a prevalent infection in Clark County homeless camps
By The Citizen on June 8, 2024
Syphilis has surged in Clark County in recent years, a trend reflected throughout the United States. It’s especially an issue for Clark County’s growing population…
Clark County Council again raises doubts about funding for Vancouver homeless shelter
By The Citizen on June 7, 2024
The Clark County Council is once again leaning toward making the city of Vancouver go through a lengthy committee process to acquire the funding it…
PeaceHealth Bloom Clinic in Vancouver cares for pregnant women with opioid addictions, hopes to expand training
By The Citizen on June 4, 2024
Drugs are one of the leading causes of death among pregnant women in Washington, according to a report from the state Department of Health. Read…
Safety is the word on the street at West 11th and Esther in downtown Vancouver
By The Citizen on June 3, 2024
The intersection of Esther and West 11th streets in downtown Vancouver received a makeover recently — a colorful mural of blue and green hues to…