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Gerda Mattson's recipe for Finnish coffee bread yields three to five slightly sweet loaves. Cardamom seeds give the bread its distinctive flavor.

Reader shares memories, Finnish Coffee Bread recipe from ‘Grandma Hockinson’

Gerda Mattson's recipe for Finnish coffee bread yields three to five slightly sweet loaves. Cardamom seeds give the bread its distinctive flavor.

January 11, 2023, 6:02am Clark County Life

Gerda J. Mattson knew how to bake. Born in 1900 in Kronoby, Finland, she later emigrated to the United States in 1906, catching sight of the Statue of Liberty rising out of the mists on Ellis Island. She lived in Astoria, Ore., for a few years before moving with her… Read story

Body and dash cameras for the Clark County Sheriff's Office are among the investments the Clark County Council is planning with the proceeds from the new public safety tax that went into effect Jan. 1.

Clark County, its cities plan for new sales tax proceeds

Body and dash cameras for the Clark County Sheriff's Office are among the investments the Clark County Council is planning with the proceeds from the new public safety tax that went into effect Jan. 1.

January 10, 2023, 6:01am Clark County News

Clark County shoppers likely haven’t noticed, but a new sales tax went into effect on Jan. 1. The new tax is the public safety sales tax, which adds one penny for every $10 spent. Read story

Battle Ground author Don Higgins explains how he found the many documents included in an exhibit about the city's history at the Battle Ground Community Library.

Book details history of how city of Battle Ground was named

Battle Ground author Don Higgins explains how he found the many documents included in an exhibit about the city's history at the Battle Ground Community Library.

January 6, 2023, 6:04am Clark County News Subscriber Exclusive

Given Battle Ground’s recent population boom, it is perhaps not surprising that many newcomers — and probably some old-timers, too — don’t exactly know how the city got its name. Read story

Battle Ground contractor to pay $25K fine

January 6, 2023, 6:00am Business

Years after a Battle Ground contractor released polluted stormwater into a tributary of the East Fork Lewis River, the company now must pay thousands for its violations. Read story

Battle Ground Public Schools’ Industry Fair seeking business participants

January 5, 2023, 6:03am Business

Battle Ground Public Schools will host its annual Industry Fair from 5 to 7 p.m. on Feb. 16 at Battle Ground High School, 300 W. Main St. Read story

Battle Ground chiropractor Mark LaRue is accused of inappropriately touching at least eight female patients.

Battle Ground chiropractor pleads guilty to rape

Battle Ground chiropractor Mark LaRue is accused of inappropriately touching at least eight female patients.

January 4, 2023, 4:58pm Clark County Health

A former Battle Ground chiropractor pleaded guilty Wednesday to rape and indecent liberties charges for having sexual contact with patients. Read story

The Battle Ground Police Department (The Columbian files)

No injuries as Battle Ground police resolve situation with man in crisis

The Battle Ground Police Department (The Columbian files)

January 4, 2023, 11:15am Clark County News

No one was injured Tuesday after police in Battle Ground negotiated with an armed man experiencing a mental health crisis. Read story

Staffing shortages and last week's weather exacerbated delivery problems for USPS carriers — especially in Battle Ground.

Clark County rural residents see delays in mail delivery

Staffing shortages and last week's weather exacerbated delivery problems for USPS carriers — especially in Battle Ground.

December 30, 2022, 6:05am Clark County News Subscriber Exclusive

Last week’s icy weather was a nightmare for drivers and left many businesses closed in the final days of the Christmas shopping crush. But for some Clark County residents, especially those living in rural areas, the freezing rain and snow also meant no mail for several days. Read story

The Washougal Police Department will get money from the federal government to fund a body cam program.

Southwest Washington public safety, infrastructure projects marked for funds in 2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill

The Washougal Police Department will get money from the federal government to fund a body cam program.

December 28, 2022, 6:02am Clark County News

More than a dozen Southwest Washington initiatives will soon see federal funding designed to improve infrastructure and public safety following the passage of the Fiscal Year 2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill. Read story

Al Aldridge listens to a band featuring his former music students. This year marks the 50th anniversary of Aldridge taking a teaching job at Battle Ground High School.

Former band students salute longtime Battle Ground, Prairie music teacher, Coach Aldridge

Al Aldridge listens to a band featuring his former music students. This year marks the 50th anniversary of Aldridge taking a teaching job at Battle Ground High School.

December 13, 2022, 6:04am Clark County News Subscriber Exclusive

Al Aldridge thought he was going to get some testing done in advance of an upcoming medical procedure, and then head out to dinner with his wife, Jeannie. Read story