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Construction continues on the new ZoomInfo building at Terminal 1 near The Waterfront Vancouver. The company is subleasing nearly half of its space at the site.

Despite net loss for quarter, Vancouver-based ZoomInfo executives confident as new headquarters construction continues

Construction continues on the new ZoomInfo building at Terminal 1 near The Waterfront Vancouver. The company is subleasing nearly half of its space at the site.

August 6, 2024, 6:08am Business

ZoomInfo has made waves ever since setting up shop in Vancouver. One of the city’s largest employers, it has stood as a Clark County success story — a local company making a splash worldwide. Read story

Northwest Pipe Co., long headquartered in Vancouver, is one of the largest steel pipe companies in the country. In recent years, it has also embraced pre-cast concrete products to expand its reach beyond steel.

Light at end of the tunnel: Vancouver’s Northwest Pipe Co. expresses optimism about 2024

Northwest Pipe Co., long headquartered in Vancouver, is one of the largest steel pipe companies in the country. In recent years, it has also embraced pre-cast concrete products to expand its reach beyond steel.

June 28, 2024, 6:06am Business Subscriber Exclusive

As interest rates slowed down the economy, Vancouver’s Northwest Pipe Co. took a hit. But its leadership says business is looking up. Read story

As we approach the summer cookout season, all eyes are on grocery prices. Food prices are higher than a year ago but have eased over the past couple months.

Inflation still pinching Clark County, but residents may feel some relief heading into summer months

As we approach the summer cookout season, all eyes are on grocery prices. Food prices are higher than a year ago but have eased over the past couple months.

June 18, 2024, 6:04am Business Subscriber Exclusive

Summer brings such joys as cookouts, trips, shopping and eating out with family and friends. How will prices for these summer treats compare with last year? Read story

Construction has begun for the new Costco store in Ridgefield. Clark County has one of the highest levels of gross domestic product in the state, according to a new study from SmartAsset.

Economy on growth spurt: Clark County’s gross domestic product hit $24.5 billion in 2022

Construction has begun for the new Costco store in Ridgefield. Clark County has one of the highest levels of gross domestic product in the state, according to a new study from SmartAsset.

June 4, 2024, 6:05am Business Subscriber Exclusive

Clark County saw the fifth highest gross domestic product growth in Washington over the past few years, according to a new study from SmartAsset. Read story

Gas prices in Washington are typically higher than the rest of the country going into the Fourth of July.

Gas prices falling in Clark County and nationally as travel increases for holiday weekend

Gas prices in Washington are typically higher than the rest of the country going into the Fourth of July.

May 25, 2024, 6:12am Business Subscriber Exclusive

Here’s good news for travelers headed into Memorial Day weekend: Gas prices are on the decline. Read story

Black Friday shoppers carry shopping bags at Vancouver Mall on Nov. 24. Taxable retail sales rose faster in the third quarter here than in Washington’s other urban areas.

Clark County’s taxable retail sales rose 1.69% in Q3 outpacing state’s other metro areas

Black Friday shoppers carry shopping bags at Vancouver Mall on Nov. 24. Taxable retail sales rose faster in the third quarter here than in Washington’s other urban areas.

May 20, 2024, 6:05am Business

Statewide retail sales slumped slightly in the third quarter of 2023, compared with the previous year, according to a recent report from the Washington Department of Revenue. But that’s not the case locally. Read story

Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs, right, seen here at a game night event in February 2024, at the state Capitol in Olympia, will travel to Japan on a trip to promote economic ties between the country and Washington state, including in the tabletop gaming sector.

Why are these WA industry leaders heading to Japan to play games?

Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs, right, seen here at a game night event in February 2024, at the state Capitol in Olympia, will travel to Japan on a trip to promote economic ties between the country and Washington state, including in the tabletop gaming sector.

April 11, 2024, 7:45am Business Free

Secretary of State Steve Hobbs is rolling the dice that an upcoming trade mission to Japan will pay off for Washington’s tabletop gaming and aerospace industries. Read story

New construction makes up almost half of active residential listings in Clark County, broker Terry Wollam said.

Inventory of homes for sale climbs in Clark County, but demand still outpaces supply, pros say

New construction makes up almost half of active residential listings in Clark County, broker Terry Wollam said.

March 30, 2024, 6:02am Business

The number of homes for sale is up in Clark County after a major dip in 2022 and 2021, but supply remains far short of meeting demand, real estate agents say. Read story

A big commercial, retail and residential development is underway at the Port of Camas-Washougal. The port is conducting a search to replace CEO David Ripp, who will retire at the end of the year.

Port of Camas-Washougal commissioners search for next CEO

A big commercial, retail and residential development is underway at the Port of Camas-Washougal. The port is conducting a search to replace CEO David Ripp, who will retire at the end of the year.

March 30, 2024, 6:02am Clark County News

The Port of Camas-Washougal has launched a search for its next chief executive officer — and will soon move to the interview process. Read story

People walk down the sidewalk and sit outside Tuesday at the Waterfront Vancouver. The development along the Columbia River has been a major economic boost for Vancouver over the past few years.

Key economic figures mixed, but expert calls indicators for Clark County’s economy positive

People walk down the sidewalk and sit outside Tuesday at the Waterfront Vancouver. The development along the Columbia River has been a major economic boost for Vancouver over the past few years.

March 28, 2024, 6:06am Business Subscriber Exclusive

Rising energy bills, grocery prices and interest rates have led to Clark County residents’ dinner-table speculation about the state of the local economy. Building, labor, spending and inflation figures are mixed, although an expert says these key indicators seem generally positive. Here is a look at some of the local… Read story