Flames destroy vacant home north of Battle Ground
Official stresses need to properly secure abandoned houses
Fire destroyed an abandoned house just north of Battle Ground on Monday evening.
UPDATE: Vancouver woman still in serious condition after Oregon crash
A Vancouver woman was in serious condition Monday night with injuries suffered when the car she was driving collided with a parked tractor-trailer on the shoulder of Interstate 5 near the Siskiyou Summit in Oregon.
Lilac Days draws a crowd in Woodland
WOODLAND -- They came from as far away as Seattle and Oklahoma on Sunday to see gorgeous blooming lilacs in a vintage setting under sunny skies.
Boy’s death spurs concern over C-Tran route
In wake of fatal collision, neighbor questions change in bus route
In the aftermath of the death of 11-year-old Benjamin Fulwiler, Kelli Dominguez is hopping mad that C-Tran changed its route to send buses from Main Street east onto 27th Street.
Semi spills lumber on Highway 14 in Skamania County
A semi with double flatbed trailers went on its side and dumped a load of lumber on state Highway 14 in east Clark County on Sunday night.
2-year-old boy falls off roof; 13-year-old rescues 18-month-old
Damon Davenport knew a 2-year-old was hurt, he just didn’t know he was about to rescue the toddler’s brother.
Ailing veteran’s pals ride to rescue, restore hot rod
Ten years ago, “Wild Bill” Keller bought a 1927 Ford T-Bucket.
Home sprinklers save day in Ridgefield
Official: System limits fire damage to about $30,000
A sprinkler system is credited for limiting fire damage Sunday to a house in rural Ridgefield.
Kayakers safe after capsizing in Washougal River
A Vancouver man and woman were able to walk to safety after their inflatable kayaks capsized in the Washougal River on Sunday afternoon.
Fire ruins old Volkswagen
A Volkswagen, thought to be a 1977, caught fire in Washougal and was totaled Sunday afternoon, the Washington State Patrol reported.
Soak up fleeting sunshine
It may hit 80 again Monday, but things will cool off Tuesday
Enjoy the heat, sun lovers, as it probably will vanish after Monday.
Fair aims to create new batch of do-it-yourselfers
Classes run the gamut, from plumbing to fixing bike flats
Sundays’s spectacular sunshine did not deter Gretta Anderson from getting tips at the Do-It-Yourself Fair at Clark College.
Share-a-Bowl serves community a chance to help combat local hunger
An estimated 360 people turned out Sunday for Share’s soup event aimed at fighting hunger in the Vancouver area.
Vancouver man dies in motorcycle crash in Oregon
A 70-year-old Vancouver motorcyclist died Sunday morning when he collided with a power pole in northwest Oregon. Oregon State Police Lt. Gregg Hastings said William Jay Davies’ motorcycle was on Highway 202 just east of the Highway 103 junction north of Jewell.
Salsa festival brings about 500 to dance workshops
Dancers on Sunday heated up the Vancouver Convention Center to that infectious Latin beat.
Vancouver man arrested on suspicion of DUI
Dmitriy A. Ivanov, 25, of Vancouver was arrested for suspicion of DUI after a Saturday night accident on state Highway 14 just west of Lieser Road, the Washington State Patrol reported.
Car swerves, crashes into house
A Battle Ground woman’s Toyota crashed into Anthony Gaul’s house at 5:53 p.m. Sunday.
Umbrellas fly on Main Street
Colorful, whimsical new public sculpture delights passers-by
“Flying Umbrellas” looked daring and dazzling in the brilliant Sunday sun.
Sunshine brings the crowds to downtown Vancouver for holiday weekend
Sunshine and Easter made for the busiest weekend yet this year at the Vancouver Farmers Market.
Rescue crews hoist man to safety after he fell down a cliff on North Fork Lewis River
He's a 53-year-old Ridgefield resident
Crews now are trying to rescue a man who is at the bottom of a 100-foot cliff in the Pekin Ferry area, along the North Fork of the Lewis River.
Man injured when car falls off blocks
Vancouver firefighters at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 1, responded to a report of a car falling on a man who was working beneath it.
Battle Ground-area crash hospitalizes man
Police say SUV failed to yield, hit pickup; driver cited
A Roseburg, Ore., man was in satisfactory condition Sunday night at a local hospital after being injured in a two-car crash north of Battle Ground.
Columbia River nearing flood stage
Advisory in effect through noon Monday; showers expected for rest of week
The mighty Columbia River was running high and fast Sunday, April 1, flirting with its flood stage.
Vancouver's ‘Map Man’ remembered at service
Friends, family recall Phil Arnold’s humor, life lessons, talent
The “Map Man” of Vancouver was eulogized Sunday, April 1, for his work, his love of community and his quirkiness.
Art show may launch woodworker’s career
BATTLE GROUND -- Tom Nichols took a big step Sunday toward his goal of doing custom woodworking as a full-time job. The Salmon Creek man took the “Best of Show” award for his “Leaves in the Wind” table at the Battle Ground Art Alliance 11th Annual Spring Show and Sale.
Portland woman hurt in three-car crash
A Portland woman was taken to a hospital after a 6:08 a.m. Sunday accident in the 14400 block of Northeast 72nd Avenue, authorities said.
Winter’s grip remains tight as spring arrives
Snow not expected in county Monday after hail falls Sunday
Old Man Winter is expected to keep his grip on Clark County on Monday morning but a forecaster said he did not see snow being a factor.
David Madore to challenge Commissioner Boldt
U.S. Digital CEO and outspoken foe of light rail says county government fails to help businesses
Businessman David Madore said Sunday he is a candidate for the Clark County commissioner seat held by Marc Boldt. Madore, founder, owner and CEO of U.S. Digital, said he is running for the District 2 job because county government is too big and is not helping businesses thrive. He is running as a Republican.
Obstacle course lures 300 to play in the mud
The whole Alfson family slogged through the Muddy March Madness course in Felida Sunday, and guess who won?
Vancouver votes bound for Russia
More than 100 Russian citizens living locally cast ballots in presidential election
There was an election in Vancouver on Sunday, but nobody was casting ballots for Mitt Romney or Ron Paul.
Fire damages east county house, displaces family
Fire caused more than $150,000 in damage to the residence of Jim and Bobbiejean Van Horn at 23702 N.E. 54th St. on Sunday afternoon.
Driver falls asleep and crashes, authorities say
A Vancouver man was cited for negligent driving and third-degree driving with a suspended license after crashing his car at 2:07 a.m. Sunday, the state patrol said.
Fun, in spades: Bridge lovers flock to tournament in Vancouver
Trump this for a week of concentration, competition and camaraderie.
Oregon man dies in state Highway 14 accident
A Tualatin, Ore., man died Sunday from injuries suffered in a state Highway 14 crash east of Carson in Skamania County. The accident that claimed the life of Gunnar M. Mikesell, 29, happened at 7:25 a.m. Sunday, the Washington State Patrol said.
Bits 'n' Pieces: Football 'video girl' relishes All-American opportunity
The football players called her “video girl,” but maybe they should refer to Daniell Beyrooty as “video star.”
Wrong-way driver, 88, cited on I-5
Emergency dispatchers received word about 6:55 p.m. Monday that a man was driving northbound on southbound Interstate 5 between the Main Street exit and 78th Street.
Ridgefield woman dies in Lewis River Road crash
Toyota pickup, Chevy SUV collide head-on
A 61-year-old Ridgefield woman was killed in a Saturday afternoon traffic crash in Woodland, police said. Leonarda H. Garcia was a passenger in a 1993 Toyota pickup driven by her husband, Marco T. Garcia, 62, said Woodland police Sgt. Robb Lipp.
Car rear-ends C-Tran bus; no riders injured
Details were sketchy, but a motorist rear-ended a C-Tran bus about 1:45 p.m. Wednesday at Stapleton Road and Fourth Plain Boulevard.
Evergreen schools levy passes
Apparent voter approval of $180M tax measure will help school district avoid more budget cuts
Evergreen Public Schools voters have approved a four-year levy which replaces its expiring levy. The unofficial vote count tonight is 12,521 (56.2 percent) to 9,758.
A pair of super parties
Church opens its door to shelter residents; seniors gather for the big game
Former New Yorker Eric McGee was ready: fried chicken in hand, plate loaded with an array of football food, and focused keenly on a projected image six by eight feet.
Here come the brides — wedding show draws 500
In six quick months, Jessie Dabney will marry her sweetheart in a Vancouver backyard ceremony.
Firefighters douse blaze near Cedar Creek, south of Chelatchie Prairie
Heavy snow blamed for house fire.
Snow threat lingers for Tuesday
Few flakes fall Sunday, but that could change; Monday commute may be icy
LA CENTER — Most of Clark County struck out on getting snow Sunday, but there’s still a chance that snow is on the way, the National Weather Service says.
About 300 attend vigil for ailing La Center teen
LA CENTER — With 14-year-old Cody Sherrell’s life in peril, an estimated 300 people turned out for a candlelight vigil Sunday night in La Center’s Holley Park. Lisa Gonzalez said she put word of the vigil out through her son’s Facebook, email and a phone tree. Meanwhile, Cody was listed in critical condition and on life-support equipment Sunday night at Randall Children’s Hospital at Legacy Emanuel in Portland. He collapsed and suffered cardiac arrest during basketball practice Tuesday. Devlin Stutts, 17, was at the vigil. He is the Junior Assistant Scoutmaster of Troop 484, Cody’s troop.
Voices raised against gun violence
Vigil on anniversary of Ariz. shootings draws Columbine survivor
On the one-year anniversary of the shooting of 19 people in a Tucson, Ariz., Safeway parking lot, about 30 people in Vancouver gathered to encourage gun safety and promote ways to prevent gun violence.
Wrapping up the Christmas tree season
Farmers on operations big and small say it’s been a good year for selling holiday greenery
HEISSON — Dan and Audra Schumacher called it a season Sunday and closed their u-cut lot in scenic Heisson in north Clark County.
Salmon Creek pizzeria robbed
A woman armed with a handgun held up the Sparky’s Pizza at 14300 N.E. 20th Ave. about 9 p.m. Sunday night, Clark County sheriff’s Sgt. Chad Rothenberger said.
Forensic anthropologist examines remains found after standoff, fire
Police still guarding Washougal site
Dr. Kathy Taylor of King County examined remains on Sunday in the case of Steven Stanbary and the Washougal fire and shootout that happened Wednesday.
Memories of children who have died burn bright
Vancouver participates in global candlelighting service for eighth time
Vancouver on Sunday joined a wave of light spreading around the globe in memory of children who have died.
Children dress up, learn about Jesus' birth at nativities fest
Two-year-old Alex Smith looked darling as a lamb Sunday in the children’s costume room at the 11th Annual Festival of Nativities.
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