Local News
Vancouver recycler puts unwanted electronics to use
Earth Friendly Recycling, a company in Vancouver, ensures used electronics stay out of landfills throug h refurbishing and shredding old devices. Eric Howell began the family business in 2011 to …
Furry Friends rescue honor longtime volunteer
Staff at Furry Friends cat rescue hosted a retirement party for their longest active volunteer, Linda Rader, on May 12. Rader retired after 23 years of helping the Furry Friends cats and …
Dog Paw Off-leash Dog Parks volunteers to host “Bark in the Park” fundraiser event
Dog Paw, a non-profit group of volunteers who care for four dog parks in Clark County, will be hosting a fundraiser event at Vancouver’s Pacific Community Park to raise money and public …
Hockinson science teacher reaches state finals for national teaching award
Renae Skar, a fourth grade H ockinson Heights Elementary School science teacher, is one of four state finalists for the 2024 Presidential Award of Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching …
Ridgefield High School Golden Grad reunion exceeds fundraising goal
Ridgefield High School alumni raised $15,000 for scholarships at the 45th annual Golden Grad luncheon on Sunday, May 19. The funds came from a silent auction, cash raffle, registration fees and …
Hockinson Fun Days returns this weekend with events for everybody
The Hockinson Fun Days celebration kicks off with family bingo on Friday, May 31, and a lineup of family-friendly events planned for Saturday, June 1. “I’m expecting another …
The Rainbow Walk Festival will open at 11 a.m., Sunday, June 2, at Holley Park in La Center, and will feature various activities including face painting, arts and crafts, and a book giveaway.

2024 Rainbow Walk to kick off Pride Month in La Center

Pride Month will have a colorful kickoff in La Center next week. Clark County Pride will host its fourth annual Rainbow Walk Sunday, June 2, at Holley Park in La Center, 1000 E. Fourth St. The …
Bryce Miller’s insurance office is located in his grandparents’ old home in Battle Ground’s Old Town district where the Farmers Insurance Miller Agency is celebrating 75 years serving the area.

Farmers Insurance Miller Agency in Battle Ground grateful for 75 years of operation

Three generations of Millers have built a 75-year legacy offering Battle Ground and area residents insurance from a local office. Bryce Miller is the third family member to provide insurance to …

Retention of hatchery Chinook salmon and steelhead reopens on the Lewis River

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFWs) made a fishing rule change to allow the retention of hatchery Chinook salmon and steelhead on the Lewis River this season in Clark and Cowlitz …

Cowlitz Tribe receives grant for projects supporting fish migration

Last week, Washington Sen. Maria Cantwell announced that $39.4 million will be granted by the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to fund nine Washington state projects to support the …
State & Regional News
WDFW Free Fishing Weekend returns to Washington, June 8-9
For one weekend, anglers across the state can fish for various species without a license. This year, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (WDFW) annual Free Fishing Weekend event …
Co-owner of two Clark County automotive businesses convicted for violating Clean Air Act
The co-owner of two Clark County automotive businesses was convicted on Thursday, May 23, in the U.S. District Court in Tacoma of conspiracy and 11 felony counts of violating the federal Clean Air …
Washington Traffic Safety Commission unveils new messaging amid increase in fatal crashes
The Washington Traffic Safety Commission is changing its messaging regarding its goal of reducing fatal and serious injury automobile crashes. The change comes after Washington state in 2023 …
Mount St. Helens Institute executive director steps down after more than a decade
After 13 years, Amboy-based Mount St. Helens Institute has a new director. Ray Yurkewycz’s last day was April 30, after serving since 2011 as the executive director of the nonprofit that …
Volcano Awareness Month: Numerous activities available in person, social media
Scientists and preparedness officials will be at the Science and Learning Center at Coldwater to commemorate the tragic 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens on Saturday, May 18. On May 18, 1980, a …
Northern Lights dazzle over Clark County with rare display
The Northern Lights made a rare appearance over Clark County overnight between Friday, May 10 and Saturday, May 11. The Aurora Borealis display was labeled a severe geomagnetic storm by the National …
Ridgefield’s brightest win second knowledge bowl national championship
Ridgefield High School’s Varsity Knowledge Bowl team won its 2A national championship on Saturday, April 20. This marks the team’s second national championship victory since 2022. …
Candidate filing period for government positions begins May 6
Those interested in running for public office can file their declarations beginning May 6. This year, many offices are open for federal and local candidate filings, such as U.S. senator, …
U.S. Rep. Perez tours wastewater treatment plant, shares clean water investments at roundtable
District 3 U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenka mp Perez gathered local stakeholders to discuss her clean water priorities in Congress at the City of Vancouver’s Marine Park Wastewater Treatment Plant on …
Yacolt man to be sentenced for Jan. 6 breach of the U.S. Capitol
A Yacolt man is set to be sentenced in September for his participation in the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. Benjamin John Silva, 36, pleaded guilty April 5 in the District of …
Opinion
Community
Ridgefield School District honors May employee and students of the month
Employee of the Month Alix Parsons, fifth grade teacher at Sunset Ridge Intermediate School Alix Parsons received recognition as Ridgefield School District’s May Employee of the Month …
Community Calendar
Columbia Kids Preschool & Sprouting Seeds benefit concert: 7 p.m., Friday, May 31, Battle Ground United Methodist Church, 10300 NE 199th St., Battle Ground. Musicians Lisa Lynne and Aryeh …
North Clark County college students earn academic honors, others graduate
Many northern Clark County college students earned academic honors for the fall 2023 term. Honored students achieved a GPA of 3.0 or greater, depending on the institution. Some institutions also …
Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: Independent election audits would answer questions

Editor, In response to Ellen Townsend’s objections regarding correcting vulnerabilities in Clark County’s voting system: Many citizens question past elections. There are fraud …

Sports
Life

Pediatricians at Kaiser Permanente urge caution using melatonin for children

Dr. Kirsten Reinecke, pediatric sleep specialist with Kaiser Permanente Northwest, talks about melatonin usage all day with the majority of her patients in the Portland Metro area. A recent …

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Obituaries
Death Notices
Wanda F. Turner, 91, of Amboy, died May 22. Arrangements are under the care of Laynes Funeral Services, 360-687-3143.   Sharon Anthony, 91, of Ridgefield, died May 21. Arrangements are …
Death Notices
Mae A. Charlson , 93, of Brush Prairie, died May 14. Arrangements are under the care of Laynes Funeral Services, 360-687-3143. David P. Paladeni , 74, of Battle Ground, died May 13. Arrangements …
In loving memory of Steven Corrie
Steven Corrie, 61, of Vancouver, Washington, passed away on May 6, 2024, after a hard battle with progressive supranuclear palsy. Steve was born in Vancouver, Washington, to Betty (White) and …
In loving memory of Sandy J. Yoder
Sandy J. Yoder, 82, of Woodland, Washington, passed away on April 25, 2024. Sandy was born on July 22, 1941, to Edward and Hattie Yoder in Salem, Oregon. He was the eldest of four children. They …
Death Notices
Paul Siebern, 77, of North Bonneville, Washington, died May 6. Arrangements are under the care of Northwood Park Funeral Home & Cemetery, 360-574-4252. Randy J. Ayers, 36, of Oregon, died …
In Loving Memory Of Shirley Louis Zitt 1934 ~ 2023
Shirley Louis Zitt, born on April 23, 1934, in Lafayette, California to Herbert and Anita Mahl, middle child of three, passed away on March 9, 2023. She was 89. Shirley left behind six children, 14 …
In loving memory of Grace Elizabeth Wetter-Schmidtlein March 17, 1934 - April 28, 2024
Grace Elizabeth Wetter-Schmidtlein was born on March 17, 1934, in Stockton, California. She often said she was born there so she could be close to her mother and that she was very happy her birthday …
In loving memory of Michael J. Buma 1970-2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael J. Buma, a devoted farmer, cattle hauler and beloved family man, who departed this world far too soon on April 22, 2024, at the age of …
Death Notices
Beverly J. Herd, 75, of Battle Ground, died April 30. Arrangements are under the care of Laynes Funeral Services, 360-687-3143. Christine M. Groda, 100, of Chehalis, died April 28. Arrangements …