Local School Superintendents Push for Remote School Only
The superintendents of eight Clark County school districts are recommending to their school boards that a return to school this fall should happen through an
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High School Sports Seasons and Schedules Modified for 2020-21 Season
The WIAA Executive Board took action on Tuesday to modify the 2020-21 WIAA sports season calendar in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. The changes will create four WIAA-sanctioned seasons and will also move moderate- and high-risk team sports, originally scheduled for the fall season, to the WIAA Season 3.
Stay on Guard: Scammers Targeting Clark Public Utilities Customers
Customers should always keep their guard up whenever someone claiming to be from the utility contacts them—especially if they’re contacted at odd hours, like evenings or weekends. And remember, Clark Public Utilities has suspended disconnects during this pandemic.
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Still Time to Apply for Clark County Small Business Grant Relief Program
As small business owners continue to grapple with the economic ramifications of the COVID-19 pandemic, Mercy Corps Northwest has partnered with Clark County and the City of Vancouver to distribute grants to entrepreneurs facing financial hardship through a new small business relief grant program.
Camas Girls Night Out with a 2020 Twist
The popular Camas Girl’s Night Out event is totally online this year, featuring a week of virtual fun with your friends, sisters, moms, and daughters. The new format offers a meaningful way to share a memorable and fun time and to support worthy women’s causes.
All American Muscle Edition Late Night Cruise-In
NW Mustangs and Fast Fords are hosting their Late Night at Sonics Cruise-in (All American Muscle Edition) on Saturday, September 19th from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
Parent Academy: A BGPS Distance Learning Survival Guide
With topics such as Distance Learning Survival Guide and SeeSaw for Parents, sounds like it
Remember the Fallen: Patriot Day Video Salute
The Historic Trust and its partners the Community Military Appreciation Committee and the City of
County Parks Advisory Board Seeks to Fill Positions
Clark County is accepting applications to fill three vacancies on a seven-member Parks Advisory Board
Vancouver School District Announces Furloughs and Work Hour Reductions Affecting 629 Employees
The Vancouver Public Schools Board of Directors approved two resolutions on September 8, 2020, authorizing temporary layoffs/furloughs or a partial reduction of work hours affecting 629 employees. Of this total, 447 are being laid off/furloughed temporarily, and 182 are having their work hours reduced. Individual employees will receive notices on September 9th.
FEMA Grant Helps Ignite Vancouver Fire Marshal’s Project Home Safe Campaign
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded the City of Vancouver’s Fire Marshal’s Office a $234,891 Fire Prevention and Safety grant.
The Drop Box Count Rises in Clark County
The Clark County Elections Office has added eight ballot drop boxes for the upcoming general election on November 3, 2020. The county now has 20 ballot drop boxes available to voters 24-hours a day beginning October 18th.
Hairy Pawter 12th Annual Furry Friends Auction
Furry Friends is hosting its 12th annual auction fundraiser. The auction has a Hairy Pawter theme to it. If you are a fan of the Harry Potter series, there will be lots of items to delight you.
High Tech Travel Tools Keep Traffic Moving Into the Future
New high-tech travel tools on Interstate 5 debuted this week to help improve trip reliability through Vancouver for years to come.
Let Your Child’s Imagination Take Flight at Pearson Field Open Saturdays
Pearson Field Education Center’s Open Saturdays reopened with limited attendance on Saturday 5, 2020. Modifications have been made to the facilities and operating procedures to help protect visitors and staff.
Local Spotlight Interview: Excel Designs
As part of our ongoing efforts to help local businesses, we work with local business
National PAL Organization Recognizes CCSO Deputy Lau as Inspirational LEO
Clark County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Bethany Lau has been selected as the National Police Athletic
Do You Need Help with Rent? Emergency Rent Assistance Program Now Available
A new rent assistance program is available to assist tenants in Clark County who owe partial or full rent to their landlord in March 2020 or later.
Vancouver Peace and Justice Fair Returns for its 17th Year
The Vancouver Peace and Justice Fair returns for its 17th year on September 12, 2020, showcasing local nonprofit agencies and churches, volunteers and activists, performers and just-plain-folks focused on making Clark County – and the whole world – a better place to live.
Fun Fair Food and Secret Menu Items Make Their Way to Downtown Camas
New flavors are coming to Downtown Camas! To bring some extra culinary excitement to the community in September, participating downtown restaurants will be offering Fair Food Week from September 4th – 11th and The Secret Menu Event from September 15th – 30th.
PeaceHealth AppleTree Marathon Festival: Virtually Running Together
Covid-19 is dealing out some pretty rotten apples, but Why Racing Events is using it as an opportunity to make their 2020 PeaceHealth AppleTree Marathon Festival the best year ever.
Blue Door Bakery Receives Restaurant Reboot Grant
Northwest Wine & Food Society, formerly known as Wine & Food Society of Clark County,
Interstate Bridge Trunnion Replacement Project Underway
Do you ever drive across the I-5 bridge? Traffic delays and some closures will begin on Monday, August 17th, and will continue until August 20th in preparation for the Interstate Bridge Trunnion Replacement Project which will close the northbound span of the bridge from September 12-20, 2020.
Price Foundation Grant Benefits Gathering Place at Washuxwal Project
The Camas-Washougal Historical Society recently received a generous grant from The Honorable Frank L. and Arlene J. Price Foundation. The grant is earmarked for the Gathering Place at Washuxwal project, a Native American-inspired longhouse pavilion located on the south side of the museum.
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North Clark Historical Museum Parking Lot Sale and Shred Event
While everyone knows that we should protect ourselves from cyber identity theft it’s easy to forget that the threat of “paper” identity theft is still very real. If you’ve got old documents around you’re going to want to mark your calendars for the North Clark Historical Museum Shred Day event on Saturday, September 26, 2020.
Help Vancouver Balance Their Budget with Online Budget Simulation Tool
The City of Vancouver invites the community to provide input on how to “balance the budget” using an online budget simulation tool, a series of short surveys, and an ideas board on its community engagement website.
Registered Voters in Clark County Do Not Need to Make a Special Ballot Request
Clark County Auditor Greg Kimsey reminds registered voters in Clark County that they do not need to request a mail-in ballot to vote in the upcoming general election.
Battle Ground Art Alliance Artful Garden Sale
The community is invited to attend the Battle Ground Art Alliance Artful Garden Sale on Saturday, September 12, 2020, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm at 201 NW 19th St.
On the Road: Hwy 99 Lane Closures Continue
Regular drivers along the Highway 99 corridor can expect continued nighttime lane
Road Work Ahead: Be Prepared for Delays at Hwy 99 and 99th Street Intersection
The Road to success is always under construction, And right now, so is the Highway 99 and 99th Street intersection in Hazel Dell.
Join the Potato Party at Gather and Feast Farm
Gather and Feast Farm is hosting a Potato Party. Now, you are probably asking yourself, “What exactly is a Potato party?” Well, it’s pretty simple. Bring your family, wear your masks, help harvest some potatoes, and take home some amazing farm-grown produce as a reward.
Cruise for Claws
Whether you have a hot rod or not, you can still take part in Cruise for Claws… a cruise for a cause on Saturday, August 8, 2020.
Maple Gate Neighborhood Annual Garage Sale
A lot of folks have been doing some major spring cleaning this spring. So, if you’re looking to shop for a wide assortment of great new-to-you stuff at bargain prices, check out the Maple Gate Neighborhood Annual Garage Sale on Saturday, July 25, 2020, between 8:30 AM and 2:00 PM.
Enjoy Wine, Music and Trivia at Three Brothers Vineyard
If you are ready to get out and feel comfortable doing so, Three Brothers Vineyard and Winery has some entertaining events lined up.