The Hockinson School District Board has approved placing a renewal levy on the February 2026 ballot. The proposal would continue funding for academic and extracurricular programs, staff positions, and technology while keeping total school tax rates lower than in 2025. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/hockinson-school-district-board-places-renewal-levy-on-february-2026-ballot/ #Hockinson #BrushPrairie #Education #SchoolLevy #ClarkCounty #HockinsonSchoolDistrict #StudentPrograms #LocalLevy #EducationFunding #CommunityNews

The Historic Trust invites the public to attend the 37th Annual Lough Legacy Veterans Day Parade on Nov. 11 at the Fort Vancouver National Site. Featuring more than 75 entries and 1,500 marchers, the event honors the service and sacrifice of America’s veterans. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/the-historic-trust-invites-public-to-attend-the-37th-annual-lough-legacy-veterans-day-parade/ #Vancouver #VeteransDay #FortVancouver #TheHistoricTrust #CMAC #PearsonAirMuseum #CommunityEvent #Military #Patriotism #SouthwestWashington

Republican U.S. Rep. Michael Baumgartner has challenged Democratic Gov. Bob Ferguson to a televised debate over the federal government shutdown. Ferguson’s office declined to confirm whether he would participate, as both leaders trade blame for the prolonged gridlock. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/shutdown-throwdown-gop-lawmaker-challenges-was-democratic-governor-to-debate/ #WashingtonState #Politics #GovernmentShutdown #MichaelBaumgartner #BobFerguson #Congress #Debate #Republican #Democrat #WashingtonStateStandard

Washington Policy Center’s Mark Harmsworth warns that Olympia lawmakers are considering a 9.9% income tax that could devastate small businesses across the state. He argues the proposal would hurt entrepreneurs, reduce jobs, and damage Washington’s economy. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-democrats-in-olympia-are-about-to-destroy-small-businesses-in-washington-with-a-9-9-income-tax/ #Opinion #WashingtonPolicyCenter #MarkHarmsworth #SmallBusiness #IncomeTax #Olympia #TaxPolicy #EconomicPolicy #Entrepreneurship #WashingtonState

Nancy Churchill examines the shifting meaning of “our democracy” and how power has become a political incentive. In her Dangerous Rhetoric column, she discusses legitimacy, accountability, and the importance of civic self-correction in a functioning republic. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-power-is-the-incentive/ #Opinion #Democracy #Politics #NancyChurchill #DangerousRhetoric #WashingtonState #Elections #Accountability #Power #CivicResponsibility

Clark County Today Editor Ken Vance shares his perspective on the power of intercessory prayer ahead of the 24th annual Clark County Prayer Breakfast. Vance reflects on faith, community, and the personal experiences that shape his belief in prayer’s impact. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-the-power-of-prayer/ #Opinion #Faith #Prayer #ClarkCounty #ClarkCountyPrayerBreakfast #Christianity #CommunityEvent #KenVance #VancouverWA #SpiritualReflection

Clark County voters have until 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, to return ballots for the general election. The Elections Office will post results at 8:15 p.m. on clarkvotes.org, and 22 ballot drop boxes across the county are open 24 hours for voters. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/general-election-results-availability-ballots-due-8-p-m-tomorrow-nov-4/ #ClarkCounty #Elections #Voting #BallotDropBox #ElectionResults #ClarkVotes #VoterInformation #Politics #WashingtonState #CommunityUpdate

WSU Vancouver invites prospective students and families to Preview Day on Nov. 15, offering an inside look at Southwest Washington’s only four-year research university. Attendees can meet students, admissions counselors, and financial aid experts. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/discover-your-future-at-wsu-vancouvers-preview-day-nov-15/ #WSUVancouver #Education #CollegeAdmissions #HigherEd #VancouverWA #PreviewDay #StudentLife #Scholarships #FinancialAid #CommunityEvent

The Battle Ground Police Department is investigating a string of vehicle break-ins and has released images of a suspect described as a white male in his late 20s to late 30s. Residents are urged to secure vehicles and report suspicious activity. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/suspect-sought-in-recent-vehicle-break-ins/ #BattleGround #Police #CrimePrevention #PublicSafety #AutoProwl #LawEnforcement #CommunityAlert #BGPD #TheftPrevention #ClarkCounty

Vancouver resident Wynn Grcich calls on local voters to fulfill their civic duty and participate in Tuesday’s election. In this letter to the editor, Grcich discusses leadership, local taxes, and concerns about city governance and public health. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-it-is-time-to-vote/ #Opinion #LetterToTheEditor #Vancouver #Election #CivicDuty #LocalPolitics #JustinForsman #AnneMcEnernyOgle #CommunityVoices #ClarkCounty