Clark County Today News

Nancy Churchill of Dangerous Rhetoric outlines a sweeping range of proposed tax hikes in Washington state, warning they could significantly burden working families. From payroll and real estate taxes to hikes on gas, events, and even nicotine alternatives, she breaks down why these proposals represent what she calls "a new kind of March Madness." Read the full column at https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-an-unacceptable-tax-burden/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #taxburden #Washingtonstate #gasprices #propertytax #governmentspending #Opinion #DangerousRhetoric

Eastbound drivers on SR 14 in Camas will face lane closures Saturday morning for a scheduled bridge inspection. Learn what to expect, why it matters, and how to detour around it. Read more at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/expect-delays-on-eastbound-sr-14-west-camas-slough-bridge-for-annual-inspection-saturday/ #Camas #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #SR14 #WSDOT #transportation #trafficalerts #bridgeinspection

A shooting at a carnival in Vancouver led to a swift police response involving K-9 units, drones, and multiple departments. Hear how the Vancouver Police Department tracked down a teen suspect now in custody. Read the full story at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-police-investigate-shooting-15/ #Vancouver #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #communitysafety #gunviolence #VPD #Washingtonstate

This week’s audio highlights the debate around leadership in Vancouver as Clark County Today asks whether voters should prioritize replacing the mayor and city council. Read the full story at https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-is-it-time-for-new-leadership-at-vancouver-city-hall/ on clarkcountytoday.com #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #VancouverCityCouncil #VancouverPolitics #CivicEngagement #ClarkCounty #WashingtonState

Representative John Ley warns that the 2025-27 budget proposals from Olympia could bring the biggest tax hikes in state history. In his latest column, he outlines the economic risks and calls for fiscal responsibility. Read more at https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-how-will-the-majority-partys-new-budget-and-tax-proposals-affect-you/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #WashingtonBudget #JohnLey #TaxHikeWA #AffordabilityCrisis #WashingtonLegislature

Washington's EV mandate is approaching fast, but sales numbers remain far below the 35 percent target. Todd Myers of the Washington Policy Center explains why the state risks higher car prices and reduced options if laws remain unchanged. Read the full column at https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-washingtons-ev-sales-far-short-of-next-years-state-mandate/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #WashingtonEVMandate #ElectricVehiclesWA #CarPricesWA #WashingtonPolicyCenter #ToddMyers

In a letter to the editor, Camas resident Lauren Colas shares her opposition to Proposition 1 and rising taxes across Washington state, calling on leaders to cut spending instead. Read the full letter at https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-our-state-and-local-governments-need-to-learn-to-live-within-their-means/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #CamasProp1 #WashingtonTaxes #TaxpayerConcerns #RegionalFireAuthority #GovernmentSpending

Lawmakers in the 18th District, including Representatives Stephanie McClintock and John Ley, have helped secure over 5.6 million dollars in project funding in the proposed 2025-27 state capital budget. Investments would support infrastructure, schools, safety, and housing efforts across Southwest Washington. Read the full story at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/18th-district-lawmakers-ensure-vital-funding-for-projects-in-sw-washington-are-included-in-proposed-2025-27-house-capital-budget/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #WashingtonBudget #PublicSafetyFunding #BattleGroundWA #WSUVancouver #SchoolConstruction #BehavioralHealthWA

USA Basketball is coming to Vancouver to host a free youth clinic on Friday, April Eleventh at the Clark County Family YMCA. Children ages 6 to 17 will participate in fun, inclusive basketball drills and receive a free T-shirt. Read the full story at https://clarkcountytoday.com/sports/usa-basketball-to-hold-free-youth-basketball-clinic-friday-april-11/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #USABasketball #YouthClinic #BasketballForKids #YMCAClarkCounty #VancouverWA #FreeYouthEvent

Vancouver firefighters extinguished a grain fire at the Port of Vancouver on April Second, using creative tactics and multi-agency support to remove smoldering grain from a ship loader. Read the full story at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-firefighters-respond-to-ship-loader-fire-at-the-port-of-vancouver/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #VancouverFire #PortOfVancouver #fireincident #firstresponders #grainfire