December 18, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
Gov. Jay Inslee is an effective salesman, enthusiastically and gregariously promoting Washington and his vision for the state. Read story
December 17, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
Cheers: To Vancouver Farmers Market. Organizers of the Vancouver Farmers Market say that 331,323 shoppers have visited the markets this year, seeking fresh produce and innovative crafts — or maybe just some outdoor activity and people-watching. That marks an increase of 68 percent over the previous year, reflecting a strong… Read story
December 16, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
Clark County’s sales-tax leakage is akin to a faulty pipe under the house. You might know it’s there, but it can be difficult to pinpoint the location or the size of the leak; therefore, it can be difficult to fix. Read story
December 15, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
Because the United States was founded on the premise that all humans are created equal, it is reasonable to expect this nation to live up to its word. But for centuries, America has broken promises made to Native Americans who inhabited these lands before European settlers arrived. Read story
December 14, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
In striving for a prosperous future and sustaining Washington’s strong economy, how we power our homes, businesses and vehicles will determine the level of success. Transitioning to a green economy, maintaining reliable and affordable energy, and recognizing the threat posed by climate change will factor into the kind of state… Read story
December 13, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
For anybody who has sticker shock from the expected cost of a replacement Interstate 5 Bridge, Greg Johnson offers some words of wisdom. Read story
December 12, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
Friday marked the 10th anniversary of the first same-sex marriages in Washington, an event that once seemed groundbreaking and controversial. Read story
December 11, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
Now comes the hard part. Read story
December 10, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
Cheers: To holiday spirit. For anybody weary of the world’s stresses, the holidays provide a respite. Recent articles in The Columbian have highlighted the return of house-to-house pickup of food items for the annual Walk & Knock program, which benefits the Clark County Food Bank; an event at the Clark… Read story
December 9, 2022, 6:03am Editorials
Tuesday marked the end of an era for Washington manufacturing, the aerospace industry and one of the state’s signature companies as the final Boeing 747 was wheeled off the assembly line at a plant in Everett. Along with evoking nostalgia, the event brought up questions about what comes next. Read story
