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Callie Christensen, co-CEO of Slumberkins, talks about the challenges facing her business this year during the annual Economic Forecast Breakfast at the Hilton Vancouver Washington. Other panelists were Esther Liu of LSW Architects and Scott Bailey of the state Employment Security Department.

Keynote speaker at economic forecast event lauds Clark County’s recovery

Callie Christensen, co-CEO of Slumberkins, talks about the challenges facing her business this year during the annual Economic Forecast Breakfast at the Hilton Vancouver Washington. Other panelists were Esther Liu of LSW Architects and Scott Bailey of the state Employment Security Department.

June 2, 2022, 7:04pm Business Subscriber Exclusive

Gas prices are too high. Housing is in short supply. Consumer confidence is falling. Read story

(The Associated press files)

Clark County’s expected jobs fell short in April

(The Associated press files)

May 28, 2022, 5:05pm Business

April was not the best month for Clark County’s job market. Due to seasonal trends, 700 net new jobs were expected, but only 200 jobs were tallied. Read story

Ron Williams, construction supervisor for the Port of Vancouver, looks on as crews demolish a section of the former Red Lion Hotel at the Quay as the new AC Hotel by Marriott is under construction nearby, right, Tuesday morning.

Job numbers in Clark County hit record high

Ron Williams, construction supervisor for the Port of Vancouver, looks on as crews demolish a section of the former Red Lion Hotel at the Quay as the new AC Hotel by Marriott is under construction nearby, right, Tuesday morning.

April 20, 2022, 4:17pm Business

The local job market is growing beyond pre-COVID levels, according to new data released by the Washington Employment Security Department on Tuesday. Read story

Safety manager Chase Henline of 1-800-Got-Junk? fills up a work vehicle as a nearby sign reflects high fuel prices during a stop at a Shell station in Hazel Dell on Friday morning.

Clark County businesses that rely on driving feeling the pinch at the pump

Safety manager Chase Henline of 1-800-Got-Junk? fills up a work vehicle as a nearby sign reflects high fuel prices during a stop at a Shell station in Hazel Dell on Friday morning.

April 2, 2022, 6:03am Business Subscriber Exclusive

David Williams’ business, Aspen Limo Tours, revolves around driving. In the last four weeks, he’s watched as gas prices have skyrocketed. Read story

Schuyler Hoss, who retired recently after working in state government, enjoys a walk at The Waterfront Vancouver on Monday morning.

Did the Great Resignation hide a Great Retirement in Clark County?

Schuyler Hoss, who retired recently after working in state government, enjoys a walk at The Waterfront Vancouver on Monday morning.

March 20, 2022, 6:05am Business Subscriber Exclusive

Every week, Schuyler Hoss takes a walk around Vancouver, gazing upon the projects he helped bring to fruition during his 14 years working for the governor’s office. It’s one of his favorite retirement pastimes. The walk reveals memories of his work, as those days are now behind him. Read story

Bartender Mike Dunning serves lunch in the dining room at Main Event East in late 2021.

Clark County jobs data shows strength

Bartender Mike Dunning serves lunch in the dining room at Main Event East in late 2021.

March 9, 2022, 7:15pm Business

In the months of July, August and September, Clark County employed 1,400 more people than initial data showed, and the county also added another 800 jobs in January after seasonal adjustments. Read story

A bus transit hub at the intersection of Grand and Mill Plain Boulevard, commercial and mixed-use corridor, and residential mixed-use corridor are the main focuses in the city's corridor strategy.

Vancouver sees transit hub, commercial and mixed-use development for Evergreen, Grand corridor

A bus transit hub at the intersection of Grand and Mill Plain Boulevard, commercial and mixed-use corridor, and residential mixed-use corridor are the main focuses in the city's corridor strategy.

February 15, 2022, 9:59am Clark County News

A strategy to strengthen an aging commercial district in central Vancouver will move to a second hearing and public hearing, the Vancouver City Council decided Monday. Read story

Larry Witzel, founder and president of SermonView, joins mailhouse technician Hannah Gill as they prepare invitations to be mailed from their Vancouver office. SermonView was among those impacted by the early end of a federal aid program to pandemic-hit businesses.

Clark County businesses feel pinch from early closure of pandemic aid program

Larry Witzel, founder and president of SermonView, joins mailhouse technician Hannah Gill as they prepare invitations to be mailed from their Vancouver office. SermonView was among those impacted by the early end of a federal aid program to pandemic-hit businesses.

January 27, 2022, 6:01am Business

It was a throwaway message in a newsletter from QuickBooks, but it caught Larry Witzel’s eye: the Employee Retention Tax Credit. Read story

Drivers are paying more at the gas pump than this time last year.

Is everything more expensive? From food to rent to gas, Clark County residents paying more for necessities

Drivers are paying more at the gas pump than this time last year.

January 2, 2022, 6:05am Business Subscriber Exclusive

Vancouver and Clark County are becoming increasingly expensive places to live. While some costs have risen significantly, others crept upward in a nickel-and-dime trend that’s accelerated over the past year. Read story

A worker lends a hand to the construction of VITA Elementary School at 1111 Fort Vancouver Way. The school is set to open in fall 2022.

Clark County’s strong November job market beats state numbers

A worker lends a hand to the construction of VITA Elementary School at 1111 Fort Vancouver Way. The school is set to open in fall 2022.

December 21, 2021, 6:01pm Business

Clark County’s job market enjoyed another strong month in November, adding 1,200 nonfarm jobs on a seasonally adjusted basis. Read story