Crews removed the last piling from the Port of Vancouver’s Terminal 1 dock Wednesday, bringing an end to the first stage of construction to replace…
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Sen. Cleveland takes the reins as health panel chair, juggling meetings and legislation
OLYMPIA — For state Sen. Annette Cleveland, a typical day in session is a bit like playing Frogger — a mad dash across the hallway…
Lands commissioner Franz joins Columbian Conversations event on intensifying wildfire seasons in region
Wildfires are growing in frequency and intensity across Washington, leaving residents in communities unaccustomed to them wondering how to live with fire. Read more… Source:…
Vancouver construction company fined for teenager’s injuries that resulted in amputation of his legs
Labor officials have fined a Vancouver construction company more than $150,000 after a 16-year-old boy’s legs were amputated following an injury last summer while working…
Battle Ground Public Schools proposes new capital levy on Feb. 13 special election ballot
Battle Ground Public Schools is proposing a new capital levy on the upcoming Feb. 13 special election ballot. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Clark Public Utilities rates will jump 14.5 percent as of March 1
Clark Public Utility commissioners passed an overall 14.5 percent rate increase for power customers in a 2-1 vote Tuesday morning. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Clark College, Washington State University Vancouver aim to simplify transfer process
A new program promises to ease Clark College students’ transfer to Washington State University Vancouver. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Crash on I-5 north near Ridgefield sends seven to hospitals
Seven people were taken to area hospitals Sunday after a Portland woman crashed into pickups that were waiting for lane closures to make road repairs…
Vancouver sinkhole that swallowed SUV wasn’t caused by weather
The Washington Street sinkhole that partially swallowed an SUV early Saturday wasn’t connected to last week’s weather, according to the city of Vancouver’s Public Works…
Vehicle caught in Vancouver sinkhole
A broken water main caused a sinkhole that consumed a vehicle early Saturday morning in Vancouver. Read more… Source: The Columbian