Clark County Today News

Voting has begun in 23 Washington counties for the April 22 special election. Learn about ballot deadlines, registration options, and the types of measures up for a vote, including fire and hospital districts. Read the full story at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/april-22-special-election-voting-begins-in-23-washington-counties/ on clarkcountytoday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #April22election #VoteWA #WashingtonStateElections #voterregistration #specialelection #schoolboardvotes #fireprotection #hospitaldistricts

Vancouver Police have arrested a suspect in the March 7 shooting near Burnt Bridge Creek trail. Learn more about the charges, the ongoing investigation, and how police tracked down the suspect. Read the full story at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-police-make-arrest-in-march-7-shooting-investigation/ on clarkcountytoday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #Vancouver #VancouverPolice #March7shooting #BurntBridgeCreek #crimeupdate #publicsafety #lawenforcement #majorcrimesunit

The city of Vancouver is accepting applications for two volunteer positions on its Urban Forestry Commission. Learn how to apply, what the commission does, and what’s expected of new members. Read the full story at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/city-of-vancouver-seeks-volunteers-to-serve-on-urban-forestry-commission-2/ on clarkcountytoday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #Vancouver #UrbanForestry #heritagetrees #civicengagement #volunteerVancouver #ArborDay #citycommissions #environmentalstewardship

Washougal and Camas residents have a final chance to learn about the proposed Regional Fire Authority before the April 22 special election. Hear what the RFA could mean for local fire and EMS services, how it would be governed, and where to find more resources. Read the full story at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/last-rfa-informational-session-to-be-held-tuesday-evening/ on clarkcountytoday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #regionalfireauthority #fireandems #Washougal #Camas #publicsafety #specialelection2025 #firegovernance

Vancouver is looking for volunteers to serve on its Building and Fire Code Commission.Learn about eligibility, term dates, and how to apply.Read the full story at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/city-of-vancouver-seeks-volunteers-to-serve-on-building-and-fire-code-commission/ on clarkcountytoday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #Washingtonstate #buildingcodes #firecodes #volunteeropportunity #VancouverWA #constructionindustry #civicengagement

Washington’s Senate approved a $7.3 billion capital budget with bipartisan support, funding schools, housing, and infrastructure. Read the full story at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/wa-senate-unanimously-passes-7-3b-capital-budget-for-the-entire-state/ on clarkcountytoday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #Washingtonstate #capitalbudget #legislation #bipartisanship #educationfunding #infrastructure

Clark County Council Chair Sue Marshall will present the 2025 State of the County address on April 9. The virtual update will cover budget matters, law and justice funding, the 2025 Comprehensive Plan, and ways for the public to stay engaged. Read the full story at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/council-chair-sue-marshall-to-deliver-virtual-state-of-the-county-address/ on clarkcountytoday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #SueMarshall #ClarkCountyCouncil #StateoftheCounty #budget2025 #lawandjustice #ComprehensivePlan #civicengagement

Camas resident Deanna Rusch shares her case for voting yes on Proposition 1, which would create a Regional Fire Authority for Camas and Washougal. In her letter to the editor, Rusch highlights the importance of stabilizing funding, enhancing emergency services, and supporting first responders. Read the full letter at https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-rfa-is-the-smart-necessary-choice-for-camas-and-washougal/ on clarkcountytoday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #RFAproposal #Prop1 #CamasWashougal #publicsafety #regionalfireauthority #fireandrescue #emergencyservices

A powerful story of support and community as Michelle’s Love and Rick’s Custom Fencing and Decking come together to help Vancouver mom Kayla Susick during her breast cancer journey. Discover how local organizations are making a real impact for single mothers in need. Read the full story at https://clarkcountytoday.com/people/michelles-love-ricks-fencing-and-decking-team-up-to-help-vancouver-mom-who-is-battling-cancer/ on clarkcountytoday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #breastcancersupport #singlemomstrong #michelleslove #vancouverwa #nonprofitstory #ricksfencing #hazeldellelementary #communitysupport

An audio recording reveals Vancouver Mayor Pro Tem Erik Paulsen describing how Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle “set a trap” for Councilor Michelle Belkot during a key C-TRAN board meeting, triggering her removal and multiple lawsuits. Paul Valencia reports on the political ripple effects in Clark County. Read more at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-mayor-pro-tem-acknowledges-the-mayor-set-the-trap-for-michelle-belkot/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #CTRAN #VancouverWa #MichelleBelkot #lightrail #politics #ReformClarkCounty #WilFuentes #PaulValencia