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Clark Public Utilities commissioner candidates James Oneil, from left, Christopher Thobaben and Sherry Erickson meet with members of The Columbian&rsquo;s Editorial Board. The three candidates are vying to succeed Jim Malinowski, who is retiring from the board.

Clark Public Utilities candidates talk about nuclear power, metering, broadbandvideo icon

Clark Public Utilities commissioner candidates James Oneil, from left, Christopher Thobaben and Sherry Erickson meet with members of The Columbian&rsquo;s Editorial Board. The three candidates are vying to succeed Jim Malinowski, who is retiring from the board.

July 16, 2024, 6:06am Business

Three Vancouverites are in the running for a six-year term on the Clark Public Utilities board, with a primary election set for Aug. 6. Read story

A general view during rehearsals at the 2024 Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum, Sunday, July 14, 2024, in Milwaukee.

In Milwaukee, Trump shooting stuns RNC delegate from Camas

A general view during rehearsals at the 2024 Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum, Sunday, July 14, 2024, in Milwaukee.

July 15, 2024, 7:12am Clark County Politics

Scott Hogg was at a downtown Milwaukee hotel bar on Saturday, unwinding after days of meetings to help craft a platform before the Republican National Convention this week. Read story

Vancouver City Manager Eric Holmes speaks at a July 8 city council workshop at Vancouver City Hall.

Filling big shoes: Vancouver City Council to reveal finalists for city manager position Wednesday

Vancouver City Manager Eric Holmes speaks at a July 8 city council workshop at Vancouver City Hall.

July 15, 2024, 6:10am Clark County News

The three finalists for the city of Vancouver’s open city manager position will be announced Wednesday. Read story

A de-icing truck drives through Camas in January.

Camas mayor pitches opening cold-weather shelter in city-owned building

A de-icing truck drives through Camas in January.

July 13, 2024, 6:08am Clark County News

The city of Camas could eventually have its own cold- and hot-weather shelter if officials can find a suitable space and work through logistics and costs. Read story

Candidates for Clark County Council District 4 position in the August primary are: (clockwise from top left) Matt Cutile, Dorothy Gasque, Matt Little, Joe Zimmerman and Shannon Roberts.

5 candidates vie to replace Medvigy on Clark County Councilvideo icon

Candidates for Clark County Council District 4 position in the August primary are: (clockwise from top left) Matt Cutile, Dorothy Gasque, Matt Little, Joe Zimmerman and Shannon Roberts.

July 13, 2024, 6:01am Clark County News

What do a farmer, a nonprofit director, a data engineer, a former city councilor and a real estate agent have in common? Each wants to be the next Clark County councilor representing District 4, which covers the southeast part of the county. Candidates Shannon Roberts, Joe Zimmerman, Matt Little, Dorothy… Read story

Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez stops by the college and career center at Washougal High School on Wednesday morning, Jan. 24, 2024. Gluesenkamp Perez was on campus to speak with students and instructors supporting and expanding pathways for trades careers.

Democratic Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez of Washington suggests Biden step aside, doubts ‘fitness’ for office

Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez stops by the college and career center at Washougal High School on Wednesday morning, Jan. 24, 2024. Gluesenkamp Perez was on campus to speak with students and instructors supporting and expanding pathways for trades careers.

July 11, 2024, 4:17pm Clark County Politics

Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez has joined the growing chorus of Democrats saying President Joe Biden should step aside, suggesting he’s no longer fit to hold office. Read story

Clark County Councilor Glen Yung, from left, listens to fellow councilor Sue Marshall she speaks to the crowd while joined by councilor Michelle Belkot, right in white, during their swearing in ceremony at the Clark County Public Service Center on Tuesday morning, Jan. 3, 2023.

‘We need to be pragmatic’: Clark County Council grapples with climate element in growth plan

Clark County Councilor Glen Yung, from left, listens to fellow councilor Sue Marshall she speaks to the crowd while joined by councilor Michelle Belkot, right in white, during their swearing in ceremony at the Clark County Public Service Center on Tuesday morning, Jan. 3, 2023.

July 11, 2024, 6:06am Clark County News

As Clark County councilors plan for the next 20 years of population growth, they’re also grappling with new requirements to address the causes and effects of climate change. Read story

Crews on Tuesday afternoon remove unsuitable soils from underneath the roadway along Northeast 137th Avenue, stabilizing the new street and constructing a concrete culvert over the Burnt Bridge Creek. This road closure will last about 10 months.

Vancouver makes progress on street safety plan

Crews on Tuesday afternoon remove unsuitable soils from underneath the roadway along Northeast 137th Avenue, stabilizing the new street and constructing a concrete culvert over the Burnt Bridge Creek. This road closure will last about 10 months.

July 10, 2024, 6:08am Clark County News

Summer is in full swing and with it comes road work and construction projects. Read story

Candidates for 49th Legislative District House Position 2 Russell Barber, from left, incumbent Monica Jurado Stonier and Justin Forsman answer questions Tuesday during a Clark County League of Women Voters forum at the Vancouver Community Library.

Rep. Monica Stonier faces two Republican challengers for 49th Legislative District, House Position 2

Candidates for 49th Legislative District House Position 2 Russell Barber, from left, incumbent Monica Jurado Stonier and Justin Forsman answer questions Tuesday during a Clark County League of Women Voters forum at the Vancouver Community Library.

July 5, 2024, 6:03am Clark County News

In the 49th Legislative District, Rep. Monica Stonier, D-Vancouver, is running for reelection for House Position 2. Read story

A stack of ballots go through the sorting process at the Clark County Elections Office on Tuesday morning, Aug. 3, 2021.

Clark County Council approves charter amendments to address sheriff’s salary, redistricting

A stack of ballots go through the sorting process at the Clark County Elections Office on Tuesday morning, Aug. 3, 2021.

July 5, 2024, 6:01am Clark County News

Come November, Clark County voters will once again be tasked with approving or rejecting proposed amendments to the county charter. Read story