In this opinion column, Nancy Churchill argues that Washington’s shipbuilding industry is being sunk by political neglect, unfair taxes, and out-of-state outsourcing. She calls for reforms in tax policy, procurement, and workforce development. https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-going-down-with-the-ship/ #NancyChurchill #Opinion #Shipbuilding #FerryContracts #WashingtonState #MaritimeJobs #WorkforceDevelopment #IndustrialPolicy

In this opinion piece, Charter Review Commission candidate John Jay analyzes the executive structure under the County Charter, arguing the County Manager holds disproportionate power without direct electoral accountability. https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-the-charterist-iv-the-real-character-of-the-executive/ #ClarkCounty #CountyCharter #Opinion #ExecutivePower #JohnJay #GovernmentOversight #LocalPolitics #LetterToTheEditor

Clark County Public Health issued a danger advisory for Vancouver Lake due to elevated cyanotoxin levels from harmful algae. Swimming, boating, and fishing are discouraged. The Lacamas Lake advisory has been lifted. https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/public-health-issues-danger-advisory-for-vancouver-lake-due-to-harmful-algae/ #VancouverLake #ClarkCounty #WaterSafety #AlgaeBloom #LacamasLake #PublicHealth #RecreationWarning #LakeClosure

Suliaman Abdul-Hadi, a level 3 sex offender, was arrested by Vancouver Police after allegedly raping a 12-year-old. Detectives executed a search warrant with support from multiple units and believe more child victims may be involved. https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-police-arrest-sex-offender-for-rape-of-12-year-old/ #Vancouver #PoliceArrest #ChildProtection #SexOffender #ClarkCounty #CrimeNews #LawEnforcement

Vancouver Fire crews responded to a house fire on NE 51st Street early July 23. One man and his dog were displaced, and a firefighter suffered minor injuries during the response. https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-fire-responds-to-house-fire-6/ #VancouverFire #HouseFire #ClarkCounty #FireResponse #FirefighterInjury #AmericanRedCross #ResidentialFire #EmergencyResponse #FireDistrict6 #BreakingNews

In this column, Lars Larson outlines why he believes Donald Trump is keeping his campaign promises — from border enforcement to economic wins and Medicaid reforms. https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-donald-trump-keeps-his-word/ #LarsLarson #Opinion #DonaldTrump #AmericaFirst #BorderSecurity #TaxCuts #Medicaid #TrumpAdministration #GasPrices #TrumpPromises

Washington state has issued over 8,700 new concealed pistol licenses in 2025 alone, amid growing concerns over safety and a new law requiring permits to purchase firearms starting in 2027. https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/ahead-of-permit-to-purchase-wa-experiencing-a-surge-in-concealed-pistol-licenses/ #WashingtonState #CPL #GunRights #PermitToPurchase #ConcealedCarry #GunLaws #SecondAmendment #HB1163 #USCCA #PersonalSafety

Downtown Ridgefield will host a full Day of Festivals on Aug. 2 featuring City Days, a Farmers Market, Dragon Boat Races, Duck Calling Contests, and a kids’ entrepreneur market. Events are free, and a free C-Tran shuttle connects all venues. https://clarkcountytoday.com/people/celebrate-the-day-of-festivals-in-downtown-ridgefield-on-saturday-august-2/ #Ridgefield #DayOfFestivals #ClarkCounty #FarmersMarket #DragonBoatRaces #DuckCalling #CTran #FamilyEvents #CommunityCelebration #CityDays

Furry Friends’ fall fundraiser is set for Oct. 18 at Royal Oaks Country Club, with the theme “Nightmeow Before Catmas.” There will be food, raffles, auctions, and a dessert dash. Proceeds go toward medical costs and the shelter’s future clinic. https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/save-the-date-for-the-furry-friends-annual-dinner-and-auction-2/ #FurryFriends #VancouverWA #CatRescue #NightmeowBeforeCatmas #PetFundraiser #ClarkCounty #DinnerAuction #DessertDash #AnimalRescue #NoKillShelter

A special filing period from Aug. 5–7 will be held for three Clark County offices that received no candidates during the May filing window. There are no filing fees and all qualified voters in the respective districts may apply. https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/auditor-to-hold-special-three-day-filing-period-for-three-elected-offices-with-no-candidates/ #ClarkCounty #Elections #FilingPeriod #Yacolt #Hockinson #EastCounty #LocalPolitics #GeneralElection #CandidateFiling #ClarkVotes