In this letter to the editor, Vancouver resident Jeanie Warner shares why she’s supporting Justin Forsman for mayor and Derek Thompson for city council. Warner calls for leadership that listens to residents and addresses local issues like road diets, taxes, and homelessness. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-justin-forsman-is-willing-to-listen-to-us/ #Opinion #LetterToTheEditor #Vancouver #JustinForsman #DerekThompson #LocalPolitics #CityCouncil #MayoralElection #CommunityVoices #ClarkCounty

Voters across Washington have until 8 p.m. Tuesday to return ballots for the 2025 general election. The ballot includes nearly 3,000 local races, a measure on WA Cares investments, and several competitive legislative contests. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/ballots-for-was-2025-general-election-are-due-tuesday-what-you-need-to-know/ #WashingtonState #Elections #Voting #Politics #WACares #BallotDropBox #VoteWA #LegislativeRaces #VoterTurnout #WashingtonStateStandard

In this letter to the editor, Vancouver resident Phil Berrey voices strong support for mayoral candidate Justin Forsman, contrasting his vision for local control and accountability with incumbent Anne McEnerny-Ogle’s leadership. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-who-should-be-vancouvers-next-mayor/ #Vancouver #LocalPolitics #Opinion #LetterToTheEditor #MayoralElection #JustinForsman #AnneMcEnernyOgle #CityGovernment #ClarkCounty #CommunityVoices

Seton Catholic’s 12–7 win over La Center sealed another Trico League crown, with senior quarterback Kolten Gesser drawing praise from coach Dan Chase for poise and leadership as the Cougars enter the playoffs. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/sports/a-job-well-done-by-seton-catholic-led-by-senior-quarterback-kolten-gesser/ #SetonCatholic #KoltenGesser #HighSchoolFootball #TricoLeague #ClarkCounty #VancouverWA #LaCenter #Sports #WashingtonState

A sold-out Empty Bowls Camas event raised $27,000 for Inter-Faith Treasure House, doubling last year’s total and marking the largest fundraiser in the event’s history. The donation will help sustain food assistance programs across Camas and Washougal. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/empty-bowls-camas-event-raises-27000-for-inter-faith-treasure-house/ #Camas #Washougal #EmptyBowls #CommunityFundraiser #FoodBank #ClarkCounty #Nonprofit #Generosity #WashingtonState #LocalNews

Camas Police arrested 31-year-old McKenzie Pfeifer after a tense 45-minute standoff during a domestic disturbance call. Multiple agencies assisted as officers safely resolved the situation. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/woman-arrested-after-standoff-with-police-in-camas/ #Camas #PublicSafety #ClarkCounty #Police #LawEnforcement #WashingtonState #CommunityNews #Breaking #CrimeNews

Clark County Council is debating a proposal to raise the sales tax by one-tenth of a percent to support affordable housing. Councilor Michelle Belkot opposes the increase unless voters approve it. Other councilors see it as a modest, proactive step toward housing solutions. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-county-council-mulling-a-raise-to-the-sales-tax-to-go-toward-affordable-housing/ #ClarkCounty #AffordableHousing #LocalGovernment #WashingtonState #SalesTax #Homelessness #CommunityNews #PublicHearing

Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson expressed doubt about major new tax hikes in 2026, citing recent multibillion-dollar increases already passed by lawmakers. He emphasized housing and infrastructure as top priorities for the upcoming session, signaling greater investment in the Housing Trust Fund and road maintenance. This report was first published by the Washington State Standard. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/wa-gov-ferguson-skeptical-of-tax-increases-in-2026/ #Washington #Politics #BobFerguson #Taxes #Housing #Infrastructure #Transportation #Budget #StateGovernment #Seattle #WashingtonStateStandard

The Portland Interscholastic League is adding 36 members to its Hall of Fame, including five with Clark County ties. Honorees include Dave Gassaway, Lisa Gunderson Romig, Laura Matthews Stanford, Livia Strandberg, and Kisha Swafford-Gayhart — all recognized for their athletic accomplishments and community contributions. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/sports/new-hall-of-famers-for-the-pil-have-clark-county-ties/ #Sports #PILHallOfFame #ClarkCounty #Vancouver #Portland #Athletics #HallOfFame #Community #ClarkCollege #Recognition #OregonSports

This letter to the editor from Jacob Smith of Vancouver outlines his bid for a seat on the Evergreen School Board. Smith discusses his experience as an Evergreen graduate, his support for DECA and FBLA programs, and his vision for stronger communication and student engagement across the district. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-i-hope-you-fill-your-ballots-out-and-consider-casting-a-vote-for-me/ #Opinion #LetterToTheEditor #Vancouver #EvergreenSchoolBoard #Education #DECA #FBLA #EvergreenPublicSchools #CommunityVoices #ClarkCounty