Posts published in “Vancouver”

International Air and Hospitality Academy in Vancouver will close its doors at the end of the year

By The Citizen on July 23, 2024

The International Air and Hospitality Academy in Vancouver will close all affiliated schools and programs at the end of the year, CEO DJ Schmidt announced…

Vancouver schools, teachers union still negotiating as end of contract approaches

By The Citizen on July 23, 2024

At the end of August, the Vancouver Education Association’s contract will expire with Vancouver Public Schools. Southwest Washington’s second-largest teachers union hopes to reach a…

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…

Three finalists in the running for Vancouver city manager position

By The Citizen on July 17, 2024

Three candidates have been selected as finalists for Vancouver’s open city manager position. Read more… Source: The Columbian

Share Vancouver’s Summer Meal Program feeds thousands of Clark County children

By The Citizen on July 17, 2024

Nine-year-old Otis Chase was excited to reread one of his favorite books, Pablo Cartaya’s “The Last Beekeeper.” But he needed to wolf down his lunch…

Construction of Highway 500 pedestrian crossing to begin Thursday

By The Citizen on July 16, 2024

Construction of a new pedestrian crossing along state Highway 500 at Northeast Stapleton Road and 54th Avenue in Vancouver will begin Thursday. Read more… Source:…

Feds approve new $1.5 billion grant for I-5 Bridge replacement

By The Citizen on July 12, 2024

Officials say they are driving in the right direction after securing nearly $1.5 billion in new federal funding to replace the century-old Interstate 5 Bridge.…