Clark County Sheriff Atkins Makes Statement on Mask Enforcement
The following is a statement from Clark County Sheriff Chuck Atkins regarding the State Facemask Mandate. As Sheriff, I have been asked what the Clark
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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.
Protect Yourself from Fraudulent Unemployment Claims
Washington State has become a target of fraudulent unemployment claims. City, state, and federal law enforcement agencies are investigating after a rise in unemployment fraud claims during the COVID-19 pandemic.
No Fair! 2020 Clark County Fair Canceled
The 2020 Clark County Fair, the 152nd version of the Summer Classic that was scheduled for August 7-16, 2020, has been canceled. According to the
Combating Covid: Business Programs Launched, Includes Free Listings, Advertising Support
Local businesses to benefit from suspension of directory listing charges; plus free package upgrades, free new listings, and new business tools launching. The Covid-19 situation
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Local Spotlight Interview: Quartz Mountain Distillers
In this week’s Business Spotlight interview, Kyle spoke with Randy Kyle of Quartz Mountain Distillers. Randy shares how their opening didn’t go quite as expected, how they are making the pivot, and what they are doing to serve the community…
Compassion 360 Hosting Free Garage Sale and Closet Share
Shop for free at the Compassion 360 Garage Sale and Closet Share on Saturday, July 18, 2020, from noon to 4:00 PM at the Ridgefield Church of the Nazarene parking lot.
Celebrating Survivors Hope Parade
Join the Relay for Life of Clark County as they host a Hope Parade to celebrate cancer survivors where survivors form a car parade during this drive-thru event on Saturday, July 18, 2020.
Rusty Grape Vineyard Italian Market
Visit Rusty Grape Vineyards and enjoy an afternoon of wine, wood-fired pizza and local vendors at their Italian Market on Saturday, July 18th from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Evergreen Public Schools Announces Class of 2020 Graduation Event
As Evergreen Public Schools stated earlier this spring, it wanted to provide graduating seniors with some type of in-person ceremony, in addition to the virtual celebrations that already took place in June.
Clark County Relay for Life 2020
American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life of Clark County will be hosting the 2020 Relay for Life as a hybrid of two socially distant in-person events and a weeklong virtual Relay on the Relay for Life of Clark County Facebook page. The events will run from July 12-19, 2020.
Heisen House Farm Market
Get to know your local farmers, make connections, support local agriculture, have a bite to eat, and enjoy some live tunes at the first Heisen House Farm Market for the 2020 season.
First Annual Hockinson Berry Festival
Buy fresh berries and meet the folks who grow them at the 1st Annual Hockinson Berry Festival on Saturday, July 11, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Kids Get to Horse Around at Silver Buckle Day Camp
Silver Buckle Summer Camps are the perfect place to give your children a safe and educational introduction to horses.
Vancouver School District Back to School Options
If you have school-aged kids, one of the biggest questions is… What is school going to look like for the 2020-2021 school year? Vancouver Public Schools has released options for a possible return to school this fall.
Kids Engage with Shelter Animals Through Discover Camp
Now more than ever, kids are eager for activities that capture their interest. That’s why the Humane Society for Southwest Washington (HSSW) put a new spin on animal fun by bringing its Discover Camp to kids at home!
What’s Important to You Regarding Parks, Trails, Sports and Recreation Amenities?
Clark County is updating the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan and is seeking community input to help direct future priorities for the Clark County parks system.
Inaugural Race to Equality 5K, 10K and Half Marathon
Join Why Racing Events for the Inaugural Race to Equality 5K, 10K and Half Marathon to bring awareness to racial inequality while raising funds to support scholarships to the African American community.
Vancouver Old Apple Tree Dies, But Legacy Lives On
It survived the most severe floods, winds, drought, ice, and snow, but not 2020. For all practical purposes, Vancouver’s venerable Old Apple Tree has died at the age of 194.
It’s Playtime: Vancouver Reopens Playgrounds, Sports Courts and More
At all city parks, the Vancouver Parks and Recreation Department has reopened playgrounds; sports courts; the Leverich Park disc golf course; Swift Skate Park; Wintler Park: and public restrooms.
Help Extinguish Risk of Fires During Project Home Safe
The Vancouver Fire Marshal’s Office and the city’s volunteer Fire Corps will kick off its Project Home Safe fire and life safety campaign in Vancouver starting this July.
Local Spotlight Interview: The Visionary of Lewis Group CPA’s
In this week’s Business Spotlight interview, we talk with Chris Lewis, the Chief Visionary Officer, of the Lewis Group CPAs P.C. Chris drops some incredible knowledge for all businesses to utilize. He also let it slip that they have some goodies if
Dog Days of Summer Virtual First Friday Fun All Week
Adorable and funny dogs will be the focus of the Virtual First Friday event for Downtown Camas for July. A new dog-themed game or activity will be posted every morning June 28th-July 3rd.
Clark County Move to Phase 3 on the Horizon?
Clark County Public Health is preparing an application that, if approved, would allow the county
Northwest Children’s Outreach Diapers and Wipes Drive
The bottom line is there is a shortage of diapers and wipes. Help Northwest Children’s Outreach meet an emergency need for diapers and wipes during their Diaper and Wipes Drive June 23- July 3, 2020.
Ridgefield Elementary Teachers Celebrate End of School Year with Car Parade
The last day of school is usually a fun day, with class parties, snacks, and games, but with this year’s shift to online school, making the last day special was a challenge. So the teachers at Union Ridge and South Ridge Elementary Schools decided to end the year with a car parade through their students’ neighborhoods.
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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.
Lucia Falls Farm Opening
Visit Lucia Falls Farm and explore a collection of Vintage Items and Handmade Crafts from a variety of local vendors. Farm Fresh Produce will be coming soon.
Volunteers Needed for Animal Control Advisory Board
Vancouver’s Interim County Manager Kathleen Otto is seeking applicants for several open positions on the volunteer Animal Protection and Control Advisory Board.
Vancouver Public Schools Seeks Applicants for School Board Position
Vancouver Public Schools is seeking applicants for position 2 on the board of directors, from which former director Mark Stoker resigned on June 1.
East Vancouver Farmers Market Offers Weekday Freshness
Because sometimes you can’t wait until the weekend to get a taste of freshness.
The East Vancouver Farmers Market will be open on Thursdays, June 18th to August 27th, 2020 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 17701 SE Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver.
Vancouver Seeks Volunteer for Building and Fire Code Commission
The City of Vancouver is seeking a volunteer interested in serving on
Recycling Done Right
Recycling is one of the best ways for you to have a positive impact on the world in which we live. Discover the “cans” and “cannots” of recycling in the Recycling Done Right Free Webinar.
Ridgefield School District Recognizes April Employee and Students of the Month
On April 28th, Ridgefield School District officials recognized the April Employee and Students of the Month at the regular Board of Directors meeting.
Clark County Historic Preservation Commission Seeks Volunteers
The City of Vancouver is seeking two volunteers interested in representing the city on the Clark County Historic Preservation Commission. The deadline to apply is 5:00 PM, Wednesday, May 13, 2020.
Battle Ground Closes Offices and Facilities to Public Access: Essential Services Continue
The City of Battle Ground continues to take guidance from public health officials who recommend additional social-distancing steps to support the efforts against the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. With the continued spread of the virus throughout the region, the City of Battle Ground is closing all city offices to public access effective today, March 17.