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Officials are considering how high tolls should be on the proposed replacement for the Interstate 5 Bridge (Amanda Cowan/The Columbian files)

Washington, Oregon transportation commissions OK four tolling scenarios for Interstate 5 Bridge replacement

Officials are considering how high tolls should be on the proposed replacement for the Interstate 5 Bridge (Amanda Cowan/The Columbian files)

October 1, 2024, 6:14pm Business

While officials are still figuring out how much drivers will pay to cross the proposed Interstate 5 Bridge replacement, they are considering a range from $1.55 to $4.70 for a one-way trip. Read story

The Regal City Center movie theater on C Street in downtown Vancouver would have to be acquired if a larger span design is selected for the new Interstate 5 Bridge, according to a report released by project officials.

43 residential units, 33 businesses in Washington and Oregon could be hit by I-5 Bridge replacement

The Regal City Center movie theater on C Street in downtown Vancouver would have to be acquired if a larger span design is selected for the new Interstate 5 Bridge, according to a report released by project officials.

October 1, 2024, 6:10am Business Subscriber Exclusive

Properties in the crosshairs of a replacement Interstate 5 Bridge were recently identified in a key document. Read story

Expect daytime delays for ramp paving on I-5 in Vancouver through Thursday

September 30, 2024, 4:13pm Clark County News

Travelers should expect daytime delays on Interstate 5 in Vancouver through Thursday. Read story

Rep. Paul Harris, R-Vancouver, left, listens as White Salmon Mayor Marla Keethler answers a question Tuesday during an editorial board meeting at The Columbian. The two are vying for the 17th Legislative District Senate seat.

Senate candidates Harris and Keethler have contrasting visions in 17th District racevideo icon

Rep. Paul Harris, R-Vancouver, left, listens as White Salmon Mayor Marla Keethler answers a question Tuesday during an editorial board meeting at The Columbian. The two are vying for the 17th Legislative District Senate seat.

September 28, 2024, 6:12am Clark County News

The candidates for state Senate in the 17th Legislative District have contrasting views on the best way to address homelessness, child care and climate change. Read story

League of Women Voters issues revised candidate forum schedule

September 27, 2024, 3:46pm Clark County News

The nonpartisan League of Women Voters of Clark County has issued a revised schedule for candidate forums ahead of the Nov. 5 general election. Read story

PeaceHealth flu vaccine clinics scheduled starting this weekend

September 26, 2024, 3:02pm Clark County News Free

PeaceHealth Fisher’s Landing Primary Care Clinic, 16811 S.E. McGillivray Blvd., will begin offering influenza vaccinations at weekend clinics starting Saturday. Read story

Clark County sheriff’s detectives recovered 11 stolen vehicles in Vancouver while breaking up a theft ring that resulted in five arrests.

Clark County sheriff’s office recovers cars worth $700,000 in connection with theft ring

Clark County sheriff’s detectives recovered 11 stolen vehicles in Vancouver while breaking up a theft ring that resulted in five arrests.

September 26, 2024, 2:55pm Clark County News

The Clark County Sheriff’s Office arrested five people — including one juvenile — on suspicion of a total of 23 felony charges in connection with a multistate muscle car theft ring. Read story

Interstate Bridge Replacement Program officials including administrator Greg Johnson, at podium, present an overview of the draft supplemental environmental impact statement during a press conference in downtown Vancouver on Friday morning.

“Moment of joy”: I-5 Bridge Replacement Program releases environmental impact statement

Interstate Bridge Replacement Program officials including administrator Greg Johnson, at podium, present an overview of the draft supplemental environmental impact statement during a press conference in downtown Vancouver on Friday morning.

September 20, 2024, 4:42pm Clark County News

A new Interstate 5 Bridge could displace 43 residences and 36 businesses but also create 43,000 jobs. Read story

Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, left, and Republican Joe Kent.

3rd Congressional candidates react to second Trump assassination attempt

Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, left, and Republican Joe Kent.

September 18, 2024, 4:09pm Clark County News

Shortly after the FBI announced Sept. 15 that former President Donald Trump was the target of a second assassination attempt at his golf course in West Palm Beach, Fla., Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, posted about the incident on social media. Read story

Vancouver resident DeAnna Hathaway fills up her tank while prices were temporarily lowered at a Chevron gas station along Northeast Andresen Road on Friday morning. Let’s Go Washington hosted three gas station events to highlight the Initiative 2117 campaign to repeal the state’s Climate Commitment Act. The organization slashed the cost of gasoline to reflect the national average and paid the difference on every gallon of gas sold during the event.

Vancouver City Council expresses collective decision on five ballot initiatives to appear before voters in November

Vancouver resident DeAnna Hathaway fills up her tank while prices were temporarily lowered at a Chevron gas station along Northeast Andresen Road on Friday morning. Let’s Go Washington hosted three gas station events to highlight the Initiative 2117 campaign to repeal the state’s Climate Commitment Act. The organization slashed the cost of gasoline to reflect the national average and paid the difference on every gallon of gas sold during the event.

September 17, 2024, 1:48pm Clark County News Subscriber Exclusive

The Vancouver City Council expressed a collective decision Monday on five ballot initiatives that will appear before voters in November. The council’s positions support law enforcement funding and oppose four Republican-supported tax initiatives. Read story