Starting July 1, Washington hunting and fishing license fees will rise by 38%, the first increase in over a decade. The new law, signed by Gov. Bob Ferguson, also introduces a Columbia River salmon and steelhead endorsement in 2026 and includes senior and veteran discounts. https://clarkcountytoday.com/sports/recreational-fishing-and-hunting-license-costs-increase-july-1/ #WDFW #WashingtonState #FishingLicenses #HuntingLicenses #HB2003 #OutdoorRecreation #LicenseFeeIncrease #BobFerguson #Veterans #ColumbiaRiver

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to uphold Tennessee’s ban on gender affirming care for minors, rejecting arguments that the law violates constitutional protections. The decision has sparked national reactions from lawmakers, advocacy groups, and legal experts. https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/u-s-supreme-court-upholds-tennessee-prohibition-on-gender-affirming-care-for-minors/ #SCOTUS #TransgenderRights #GenderAffirmingCare #TennesseeLaw #JudicialRuling #LGBTQRights #ACLU #EqualProtection #MedicalLegislation #News

The Washington State Transportation Commission has voted to delay tolling on the I-5 Bridge until spring 2027 but approved steeper toll increases in the early years of implementation. The move comes amid project delays and ongoing public input. https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/wa-commission-votes-to-delay-i-5-bridge-tolls-escalate-rate-increases/ #IBR #VancouverWA #WSTC #Tolling #Interstate5 #BridgeProject #ColumbiaRiver #WashingtonLegislature #HB1958 #TransportationNews

Hudson’s Bay High School's track is closing June 18 for resurfacing and will remain off-limits through the week of August 4. Vancouver Public Schools says the work is needed to maintain the safety and lifespan of the facility. https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/hudsons-bay-high-school-track-to-close-june-18-for-resurfacing/ #VancouverWA #HudsonsBayHS #VPS #SchoolFacilities #TrackResurfacing #SummerClosure #CommunityUpdate #PublicAccess #FacilityMaintenance #LocalNews

Lars Larson slams the U.S. Supreme Court’s liberal justices and the medical community after a 6–3 decision allowing states to ban gender-related surgeries for minors. He calls it a horror show—and says Europe’s already ahead of us. https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-scotus-decides-that-sensible-states-can-ban-the-genital-mutilation-of-children-in-the-name-of-americas-transgender-insanity/ #Opinion #LarsLarson #SCOTUS #TransgenderDebate #GenderSurgeries #TennesseeLaw #PediatricCare #SupremeCourtRuling #VancouverWA #NorthwestNonsense

Clark County is looking for applicants to fill a volunteer seat representing District 4 on the Community Action Advisory Board. The group recommends how local government supports housing, self-sufficiency, and basic needs for low-income communities. Deadline to apply is July 11. https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/county-seeks-applicants-for-community-action-advisory-board-12/ #VancouverWA #ClarkCounty #CommunityBoard #LocalGovernment #HousingPrograms #CivicEngagement #District4 #PublicService #CommunitySupport #VolunteerOpportunity

Rep. John Ley has been appointed to three interim legislative committees, including the powerful Oregon-Washington Legislative Action Committee, which oversees the I-5 bridge replacement planning. Learn what he says are the top concerns for Southwest Washington residents. https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/rep-john-ley-appointed-to-three-new-work-committees-including-key-bi-state-legislative-action-committee/ #Transportation #VancouverWA #Legislature #IBR #WashingtonPolitics #JohnLey #ColumbiaRiver #News #WorkforceDevelopment

Seton Catholic has claimed its third WIAA Scholastic Cup in four years, finishing the 2024–25 school year with dominant scores across athletics, academics, and student activities. Athletic director Phil Kent says the honor reflects the school’s mission to grow well-rounded students. https://clarkcountytoday.com/sports/seton-catholic-celebrates-another-wiaa-scholastic-cup/ #SetonCatholic #WIAA #ScholasticCup #AcademicExcellence #StudentAthletes #HighSchoolSports #VancouverWA #PhilKent #GirlsSoccer #BoysGolf

The Southwest Gobblers Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation will host its first Hunting Heritage Banquet in Woodland on June 21, celebrating outdoor conservation and hunting traditions with raffles, food, and family-friendly fun. https://clarkcountytoday.com/sports/southwest-gobblers-chapter-of-the-national-wild-turkey-federation-to-hold-hunting-heritage-banquet/ #WoodlandWA #HuntingBanquet #NWTF #OutdoorConservation #TurkeyHunting #YouthHunters #WomenHunters #HeritageEvent #HuntingTraditions #Latest

David Boze of the Washington Policy Center argues that Washington’s 2025 legislative session produced record-breaking tax hikes with little regard for voters or fiscal restraint, while warning that policy trends in the state could ripple across the nation. https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-the-2025-tax-tsunami-in-washington-state/ #WashingtonState #TaxHikes #FiscalPolicy #DavidBoze #WPC #StateBudget #GasTax #SalesTax #CapitalGains #Opinion