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The Salmon Creek Park & Ride was relocated as part of a $133 million traffic project. The relocation both expanded the overtaxed lot and relieved traffic congestion at Northeast 134th Street and Highway 99.

New law pushes Washington cities and counties to plan for climate change

The Salmon Creek Park & Ride was relocated as part of a $133 million traffic project. The relocation both expanded the overtaxed lot and relieved traffic congestion at Northeast 134th Street and Highway 99.

July 24, 2023, 2:13pm Clark County News Free

Planning for severe storms, flooding, wildfires and poor air quality will soon be required for Washington cities and counties. Read story

Marlow Bullis, 6, rests on the shoulder of her dad, Vancouver Rowing Club coach Conor Bullis, while on a boat tour.

Keeping Vancouver Lake afloat a complicated challenge

Marlow Bullis, 6, rests on the shoulder of her dad, Vancouver Rowing Club coach Conor Bullis, while on a boat tour.

July 22, 2023, 6:13am Clark County Health

Clark County is inviting the public to comment on its long-term, 308-page solution to the toxic blue-green algae blooms and noxious plant growth that has plagued Vancouver Lake for years. Read story

An aerial view of Vancouver Lake on Nov.

Vancouver Lake has long, unique geologic history

An aerial view of Vancouver Lake on Nov.

July 22, 2023, 6:12am Clark County News

Vancouver Lake’s uniqueness is largely unknown, even to those who frequently visit it. Read story

During a portion of their program in Hawaii, participants learn how to assemble GPS stations with Logan Fusso, U.S. Geological Survey deformation technician, to monitor ground deformation on volcanoes and examine the data in real-time.

Volcanic vocation: Scientists visit Vancouver, study hazard monitoring techniques

During a portion of their program in Hawaii, participants learn how to assemble GPS stations with Logan Fusso, U.S. Geological Survey deformation technician, to monitor ground deformation on volcanoes and examine the data in real-time.

July 21, 2023, 6:04am Clark County News

A group of international scientists gathered at the Cascades Volcano Observatory this week to learn about volcano hazard monitoring techniques they can bring back to their home countries. Read story

An uncommon but growing trend in Vancouver is public EV charging stations having their cords cut and stolen, likely for their copper.

Vancouver City Council aims to boost EV infrastructure, plan green building code

An uncommon but growing trend in Vancouver is public EV charging stations having their cords cut and stolen, likely for their copper.

July 19, 2023, 5:59pm Clark County News

The city of Vancouver has taken several steps to enhance its climate and energy regulations this year, but there are still several challenges standing between the city and carbon neutrality. Read story

A hummingbird hangs around flowers at Clark Public Utilities' pollinator garden at its Orchards Operations Center.

Entomologist, author shares tips on how to make Clark County welcoming to vital pollinators

A hummingbird hangs around flowers at Clark Public Utilities' pollinator garden at its Orchards Operations Center.

July 15, 2023, 6:06am Clark County Life

Habitat degradation is taking a toll on bees and other pollinators that serve a crucial role in our ecosystem. But you can create a haven in your yard to help them out. Read story

This was taken outside of Fairbanks, Alaska during a strong Aurora storm in January 2016.

Aurora borealis won’t be visible in Clark County

This was taken outside of Fairbanks, Alaska during a strong Aurora storm in January 2016.

July 11, 2023, 4:48pm Clark County Life

In recent days, major outlets have excitedly reported that low-latitude communities, including Vancouver, will be able to see a display of flashing auroras Thursday evening. Read story

Signs, chains, fencing and a locked gate block access to a section of the Gee Creek trail in Ridgefield. According to city officials, the trail was closed in November after heavy rains eroded slopes along the creek and downed some trees.

Ridgefield troubled waters: Failures in stormwater system send runoff into an already ailing Gee Creek

Signs, chains, fencing and a locked gate block access to a section of the Gee Creek trail in Ridgefield. According to city officials, the trail was closed in November after heavy rains eroded slopes along the creek and downed some trees.

July 10, 2023, 6:14am Clark County News Subscriber Exclusive

When heavy rains hit Southwest Washington last winter, a section of hillside in the Osprey Pointe neighborhood in Ridgefield washed away. Read story

The city of Vancouver's latest per- and polyflouoroalkyl substances findings show that three water stations contain PFAS exceeding state action levels, meaning the drinking water could potentially lead to adverse health effects.

Vancouver wells see a slight drop in PFAS

The city of Vancouver's latest per- and polyflouoroalkyl substances findings show that three water stations contain PFAS exceeding state action levels, meaning the drinking water could potentially lead to adverse health effects.

July 8, 2023, 6:10am Clark County Health

The city of Vancouver’s latest round of sampling showed the amount of “forever chemicals,” or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, have fallen in some of its wells, but the reason why remains unclear. Read story

Equipment used to test for perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, known collectively as PFAS or "forever chemicals." in drinking water.

‘Forever chemicals’ found in Clark Public Utilities well water

Equipment used to test for perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, known collectively as PFAS or "forever chemicals." in drinking water.

July 6, 2023, 3:41pm Clark County News

Clark Public Utilities found trace amounts of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly dubbed “forever chemicals,” in an offline water well. Read story