Writing my column early Wednesday afternoon I see scattered clouds, blue sky and bright sunshine. The temperatures are quite comfortable. Perhaps this was the calm…
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Severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for Clark County, according to NWS Portland
By The Citizen on March 26, 2025
Clark County and Southwest Washington are under a severe thunderstorm watch through 9 p.m. tonight, according to the National Weather Service in Portland. Read more… …
Vancouver businesses wary of proposed fees of up to $1.5 million on Chinese ships docking at U.S. ports
By The Citizen on March 26, 2025
Vancouver business leaders fear a federal attempt to bolster American shipbuilding will blow back on them. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Diana Perez to seek reelection to Vancouver City Council
By The Citizen on March 26, 2025
Vancouver City Councilor Diana Perez on Wednesday announced she will seek re-election this fall. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Clark College enrollment up more than 5% in the past three years but still below pre-pandemic levels
By The Citizen on March 26, 2025
Clark College’s fall enrollment exceeded the school’s expectations, President Karin Edwards announced in a video State of the College address last week. Read more… Source:…
Camas Woods: Vancouver developer wants to build nearly 300 housing units near Camas High School
By The Citizen on March 26, 2025
CAMAS — A mixed-use development planned near Camas High School could significantly increase the number of so-called “middle housing” units in east Clark County. Read…
After just four years, Superintendent Jeff Snell is leaving Vancouver Public Schools
By The Citizen on March 26, 2025
Vancouver Public Schools’ superintendent will step down at the end of the school year after accepting a new position with a state education association. Read…
Clark-Cowlitz Fire Rescue leaders worry about service cuts as cities, ports adopt taxing scheme that grabs new revenue
By The Citizen on March 25, 2025
RIDGEFIELD — Clark-Cowlitz Fire Rescue leaders worry fire and emergency services will have to cut back as other jurisdictions adopt a taxing scheme that harnesses…
Mayor details Vancouver’s growth, priorities and future in State of the City address
By The Citizen on March 25, 2025
Changes and ambiguity on the federal level will not keep the city of Vancouver from pursuing improvements in safety, housing and homelessness, and economic development,…
‘I didn’t know I was Superman’: After living on streets, losing his leg, Vancouver man discovers depths of inner strength
By The Citizen on March 25, 2025
The men carrying furniture into Jimmy Howland’s new apartment treated him like a celebrity. Read more… Source: The Columbian