Clark County Today News

Camas resident Anna Miller addresses Democrats questioning Elon Musk’s claims about government waste in her letter to the editor. She urges readers to take a closer look at publicly available information and research it themselves. Read more at https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-look-it-up-for-yourself/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #lettertotheeditor #AnnaMiller #governmentwaste #ElonMusk #publicaccountability #CamasWA #opinion

Vancouver Police are searching for 16-year-old Jazzmyne Yearby, who is missing and considered endangered. She is seven months pregnant and may be in labor. Jazzmyne was last seen leaving her group home on Tuesday morning and may be traveling between Vancouver and Portland. Anyone with information is urged to call 9-1-1. Read more at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-police-attempt-to-locate-missing-and-endangered-runaway/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #missingperson #endangeredrunaway #VancouverWA #JazzmyneYearby #VPD #publicsafety #PortlandOR #teenrunaway

Vancouver Fire Department responded quickly Monday to a house fire on NE 116th Avenue. Crews arriving on scene found heavy smoke but acted fast to contain the flames and rescue two dogs from inside the home. No residents were present, and no injuries were reported. Read more at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-fire-responds-quickly-to-house-fire/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #housefire #VancouverFire #firefighters #firedepartment #emergencyresponse #dogrescue #fireinvestigation

Two people were uninjured after a helicopter crash in Amboy, triggering a response from local emergency crews and an upcoming investigation by federal aviation authorities. Learn how the scene unfolded and what steps are being taken to address the environmental risks. Read more at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/helicopter-crashes-in-amboy-no-injuries/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #helicoptercrash #AmboyWA #emergencyresponse #aviationnews #NTSB #FAA #aircrashinvestigation

Nancy Churchill argues that Washington sheriffs are being punished for upholding the law and protecting their communities. In her column, she outlines how political agendas, sanctuary laws, and lawsuits are undermining public safety and enabling drug and human trafficking. Read the full piece at https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-defending-the-indefensible/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #sheriffs #publicsafety #Washingtonstate #illegalimmigration #fentanylcrisis #lawenforcementrights #DangerousRhetoric

Tensions are high heading into Tuesday’s C-TRAN board meeting after the recent removal of Michelle Belkot and the upcoming vote on funding light rail. Supporters and opponents are expected to pack the room, with legal challenges still pending. Read more from Paul Valencia at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/large-crowd-expected-at-c-tran-board-of-directors-meeting-tuesday-april-15/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #CTRAN #MichelleBelkot #lightrail #InterstateBridgeReplacement #publiccomment #vancouverwa

Camas resident Gary Perman shares his concerns about Regional Fire Authority Proposition 1, calling it a costly measure that fails to expand services or improve safety. He breaks down the financial implications for homeowners and questions the long-term tax burden. Read the full letter at https://clarkcountytoday.com/uncategorized/letter-heres-why-taxpayers-should-be-concerned/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #RFA #Camas #Washougal #Proposition1 #propertytaxes #firefunding

Seattle civil engineer Bob Ortblad breaks down what he sees as serious flaws in the I-5 Bridge Replacement Program’s financial planning and design. He warns of ballooning tolls and urges consideration of a cost-effective immersed tunnel alternative. Read the full letter at https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-the-ibr-needs-a-more-cost-effective-design/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #IBR #tollcosts #interstatebridge #transportationfunding #Washingtonstate #urbanplanning

Vancouver Police detectives have made an arrest in connection with the 2024 Blandford Drive homicide. Dariel Nunez Montero, currently in custody in Kentucky on unrelated charges, is now awaiting extradition to Clark County to face a Murder 1 charge in the death of Courtney Clinton. Read the full story at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-police-make-arrest-in-blandford-drive-homicide/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #Vancouver #homicideinvestigation #policeupdate #Washingtonstate #crimealert

The Tiger Invite in Battle Ground was a showcase of athletic talent and community teamwork. With 17 schools competing and nearly 100 volunteers helping behind the scenes, the event highlighted what makes Clark County’s track and field scene so special. Read the full story at https://clarkcountytoday.com/sports/large-high-school-track-and-field-meets-are-community-events/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #highschooltrack #trackandfield #TigerInvite #communitysports #BattleGround #Washingtonstate #JohnIngramTwilight