Clark County Today News

Vancouver Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle sparked controversy during a March roundtable when she blamed Battle Ground and Camas for contributing to her city’s homelessness issues. Battle Ground Deputy Mayor Shane Bowman pushed back, citing the city’s limited resources and efforts like community courts. The exchange highlights growing regional tensions over how homelessness is addressed in Clark County. Read more from Cade Barker at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-mayor-points-blame-at-battle-ground-other-cities-for-vancouvers-homelessness-issues/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #homelessness #AnneMcEnernyOgle #BattleGroundWA #CamasWA #ShaneBowman #ReformClarkCounty #housingcrisis #VancouverWA

The La Center School District is speaking out amid state-level controversy over gender policy. In a letter to families, the School Board and Superintendent Peter Rosenkranz reaffirm their commitment to legal compliance, student support, and keeping parents involved. They reject OSPI’s discrimination claims and call for collaboration, not ultimatums. Read the full op-ed at https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/op-ed-la-center-schools-committed-to-families-and-their-children/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #LaCenterSchools #PeterRosenkranz #parentalrights #schoolboard #educationpolicy #genderpolicy #studentprivacy #FERPA

Clark County Fire District 10 is moving forward with plans to replace the aging Amboy Fire Station. Built in 1963, the station no longer meets the district’s needs. Aetta Architecture of Battle Ground will lead the planning process, including public outreach. Learn more about how the district is preparing for future emergencies at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-county-fire-district-10-selects-local-firm-to-begin-planning-for-replacement-of-the-amboy-fire-station/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #AmboyWA #CCFD10 #firestationupgrade #publicsafety #communityplanning #AettaArchitecture #emergencyresponse

Have you ever found a litter of kittens and weren’t sure what to do next? Nomi Berger’s latest piece for Clark County Today offers a compassionate guide for safely assessing, fostering, and rehoming found kittens—plus how to work with local rescue Furry Friends. Read more at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/kitten-finders-kitten-keepers/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #kittenrescue #FurryFriends #animalrescue #VancouverWA #catfostering #NomiBerger #springkittens #volunteeropportunity

PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center is looking for community members to join its Patient & Family Advisory Council, a group that gives input on patient experiences and helps shape healthcare services. Volunteers must be 18 or older and have a connection to PeaceHealth as a patient or family member. Learn how to get involved at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/peacehealth-southwest-medical-center-seeks-new-members-for-patient-family-advisory-council/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #PeaceHealth #VancouverWA #PFAC #patientcare #healthcarevolunteer #hospitaladvisoryboard #communityengagement

The U.S. Department of Education is investigating Washington state over its directive to La Center School District regarding gender pronoun policies. District officials say they were pressured to adopt a policy that conflicts with federal law. The case intensifies tensions between state and federal authorities over student privacy and parental rights. Read more from Jake Goldstein-Street at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/trump-administration-stepping-in-to-battle-over-la-center-school-districts-gender-pronoun-policy/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #LaCenter #genderpolicy #TitleIX #FERPA #PeterRosenkranz #OSPI #DOEinvestigation #schoolpolicy #educationnews

Michelle Belkot addressed the C-TRAN board Tuesday night, speaking against her removal and urging a delay in voting on light rail funding language. The board agreed to hold off until July, allowing time for the courts to review pending legal cases. The meeting drew strong public support for Belkot and renewed debate over light rail’s future in Clark County. Read more at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/belkot-speaks-before-c-tran-board-directors-pause-vote-on-light-rail-funding-language-until-july/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #MichelleBelkot #CTRAN #lightrail #publiccomment #WilFuentes #InterstateBridge #TriMet #VancouverWA

Vancouver resident Peter Bracchi calls on city leaders to address what he sees as the mayor's failure to enforce public safety and order near the Share House encampment. In his letter to the editor, Bracchi describes eight years of neglect and permissive policies that have led to unsafe conditions and neighborhood deterioration. Read more at https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-mayor-blames-others-on-homelessness-problem-in-vancouver-while-she-has-enabled-a-lawless-encampment-zone/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #lettertotheeditor #PeterBracchi #homelessness #VancouverWA #ShareHouse #encampments #publicsafety #neighborhoods

Expect delays on northbound I-5 at Exit 14 in Ridgefield as WSDOT begins work to replace traffic barriers and shift the right-turn lane at the Pioneer Street off-ramp. The project runs through April 24, with daytime work Tuesdays through Fridays. Plan for extra travel time and stay alert in the work zone. Read more at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/travel-advisory-expect-delays-on-northbound-i-5-near-ridgefield/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #Ridgefield #I5Construction #WSDOT #Exit14 #PioneerStreet #TrafficDelays #TransportationUpdate #RoadWork

Rep. Peter Abbarno condemned House Democrats after they used a procedural rule not seen in over 130 years to silence debate on ESSB 5181, a bill impacting parental rights and Initiative 2081. The move prevented further discussion and passed without any Republican support. Abbarno says the decision erodes trust and silences voices across the state. Read more at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/rep-peter-abbarno-issues-statement-on-house-democrats-silencing-debate-on-parental-bill-of-rights-legislation/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #ParentalRights #PeterAbbarno #ESSB5181 #Initiative2081 #WashingtonLegislature #HouseRepublicans #GovernmentTransparency