Economist Joe Cortright argues the I-5 Bridge replacement project is in deep jeopardy as federal approvals stall, Coast Guard objections grow, and billions in grant funding face expiration deadlines. He says rising costs and political roadblocks could derail the project entirely. https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-federal-funding-for-i-5-bridge-replacement-project-in-jeopardy/ #Opinion #Transportation #I5Bridge #FederalFunding #JoeCortright #ColumbiaRiverCrossing #TrumpAdministration #CoastGuard #USDOT #MEGAgrant

The Columbia Theater Arts Foundation is bringing Pay What You Will theater to Clark County, launching with The Sound of Music Oct. 16–19 at Washburn Performing Arts Center. Led by Michael McCormic Jr., Dean Waters, and Ellie Tauscher, the nonprofit hopes to make the arts accessible for all ages. https://clarkcountytoday.com/people/columbia-theater-arts-foundation-to-produce-productions-at-the-perfect-price/ #ClarkCounty #Vancouver #Washougal #CommunityTheater #ColumbiaTheaterArtsFoundation #TheSoundOfMusic #PayWhatYouWill #NonprofitArts #MichaelMcCormicJr #DeanWaters #EllieTauscher

Lars Larson argues that President Trump has now set his sights on Portland after years of unrest, lawless protests near ICE offices, and shrinking city revenues. The opinion column highlights Trump’s warnings and the mayor’s defiance. https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-president-trump-to-the-rose-city-youre-next/ #Opinion #Columns #PacificNorthwest #LarsLarson #DonaldTrump #Portland #Antifa #SanctuaryCity #ICE #Riots

🎙️ Podcast DescriptionPacifiCorp announced that the Swift Forest Camp boat ramp will close Sept. 30 through May 2026 as part of reservoir management to maintain water levels downstream of Merwin Dam. Other ramps, including Speelyai Park and Cresap Park, will also see temporary closures, while Yale Park will remain open. https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/swift-forest-camp-boat-ramp-to-close-until-may-2026/ #ClarkCounty #Ariel #LewisRiver #MerwinDam #SwiftForestCamp #BoatRamp #PacifiCorp #Reservoir #News #WaterLevels

A major water main break forced the closure of NE 134th Street in Salmon Creek as crews and firefighters worked to stop flooding and redirect traffic. Provided by Clark County Fire District 6. https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/major-water-pipe-burst-closes-road-in-clark-county/ #ClarkCounty #News #Traffic #RoadClosure #WaterMainBreak #SalmonCreek #ClarkPublicUtilities #FireDistrict6

Brush Prairie resident Bob Mattila shares a letter to the editor reflecting on the parable of the Good Samaritan, urging compassion, mercy, and love for neighbors as described in scripture. https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-be-a-good-samaritan/ #Opinion #LetterToTheEditor #ClarkCounty #BrushPrairie #Faith #Bible #Scripture #GoodSamaritan #Compassion #Mercy

This week’s Clark County Today poll asks if lawmakers should consider ending the I-5 Bridge replacement project. With costs possibly hitting $10 billion and delays stretching construction into the 2030s, some call it a boondoggle while others say replacement is essential for safety. Vote now and share your opinion. https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-should-lawmakers-consider-ending-the-i-5-bridge-replacement-project-altogether/ #PacificNorthwest #I5Bridge #IBR #Transportation #Poll #Boondoggle #TaxpayerConcerns #Opinion

Ken Vance draws parallels between the chaos of Animal House and the troubled Interstate Bridge replacement project. With rising costs, delays, and unanswered questions, he argues the program is heading down the same costly path as the failed Columbia River Crossing. https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-remain-calm-all-is-well/ #ClarkCounty #IBR #I5Bridge #Transportation #KenVance #ProjectDelays #LightRail #Opinion

Lars Larson raises questions about media silence surrounding a lawsuit against Sen. Ron Wyden, alleging his children harassed a gay employee who later died by suicide. Larson argues the story reflects political double standards in the Pacific Northwest. https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-the-story-about-united-states-senator-ron-wyden/ #PacificNorthwest #RonWyden #LarsLarson #OregonPolitics #MediaCoverage #DoubleStandards #Opinion

The North Clark Historical Museum in Amboy will honor early pioneers with a special exhibit on Sept. 27. The event includes a 2 p.m. presentation, blacksmith demonstrations, antique engine displays, and a quilt raffle to support the museum. https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/north-clark-historical-museum-to-hold-exhibit-on-early-pioneers-on-saturday-sept-27/ #Amboy #NorthClarkHistoricalMuseum #PioneerHistory #ChelatchiePrairie #Yacolt #CommunityEvents #Blacksmith #AntiqueEngines #QuiltRaffle