Clark County Today News

Amboy resident Thomas Schenk expresses concerns about government spending and the potential introduction of an income tax in Washington state. He warns of waste, fraud, and financial mismanagement while calling for greater taxpayer oversight. Learn more at https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-one-can-only-imagine-what-an-income-tax-would-provide-for-the-big-spenders-in-olympia/ on clarkcountytoday.com.#Amboy #ClarkCountyWa #WashingtonState #LocalNews #Opinion #LetterToTheEditor #IncomeTax #GovernmentSpending #TaxpayerDollars #PublicPolicy #FinancialTransparency #PoliticalAccountability

Nancy Churchill discusses the importance of citizen activism in shaping public policy and influencing legislative decisions. With SB 5382 stopped due to public opposition, she urges people to stay engaged and push back against controversial bills. Learn more at https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-citizen-activism-works/ on clarkcountytoday.com.#Vancouver #ClarkCountyWa #WashingtonState #LocalNews #Opinion #CitizenActivism #PublicPressure #Legislation #GovernmentTransparency #PublicPolicy #GrassrootsAdvocacy

Vancouver Police are investigating a shooting near East Fourth Plain Boulevard and Fort Vancouver Way. A male victim sustained a non-life-threatening injury, and officers are working to gather information on potential suspects. Learn more at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-police-investigate-shooting-12/ on clarkcountytoday.com.#Vancouver #ClarkCountyWa #WashingtonState #LocalNews #VPD #ShootingInvestigation #GunViolence #CrimeReport #LawEnforcement #PublicSafety

The Seton Catholic girls basketball team is making history in the Class 1A state tournament. After securing their first-ever state playoff win, the Cougars are advancing straight to the quarterfinals with momentum on their side. Learn more about their incredible journey at https://clarkcountytoday.com/sports/state-basketball-tournament-seton-catholic-girls-make-program-history-with-significant-victories/ on clarkcountytoday.com.#Vancouver #Camas #Woodland #Tacoma #Yakima #ClarkCountyWa #WashingtonState #LocalNews #SetonCatholic #GirlsBasketball #StateTournament #HighSchoolBasketball #Quarterfinals #EliteEight #BasketballPlayoffs

Clark County Sheriff John Horch discusses the impact of body-worn cameras in law enforcement, emphasizing their role in transparency, accountability, and officer training. The sheriff’s office fully implemented the cameras by January 2024, ensuring deputies and vehicles are equipped with the latest technology. Learn more at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/discussions-with-the-sheriff-part-3-body-worn-cameras-help-with-transparency-as-well-as-training/ on clarkcountytoday.com.#Vancouver #ClarkCountyWa #WashingtonState #LocalNews #LawEnforcement #SheriffJohnHorch #BodyWornCameras #PoliceAccountability #PublicSafety #DeEscalationTraining #AxonCameras

La Center School District Superintendent Peter Rosenkranz responds to OSPI’s recent ruling on the district’s gender pronoun policy. He argues that OSPI’s stance undermines parental authority and is not grounded in sound legal or educational principles. The district is now consulting legal counsel and considering legal challenges. Learn more about this developing issue at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/la-center-school-district-superintendent-responds-to-ospi-ruling-on-gender-pronoun-policy-complaint/ on clarkcountytoday.com.#LaCenter #WashingtonState #ClarkCountyWa #LocalNews #EducationPolicy #ParentalRights #SchoolBoard #GenderIdentity #CivilRights #StudentPronouns #LegalChallenge

🎙️ Battle Ground City Council joins Camas in opposing light rail on the I-5 BridgeThe Battle Ground City Council has voted 4-3 to pass a resolution opposing light rail in the I-5 Bridge Replacement project, citing costs, congestion relief, and public safety concerns. This follows the Camas City Council’s unanimous vote against light rail in February.📌 Read the full story at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/battle-ground-city-council-passes-resolution-opposing-light-rail-in-i-5-bridge-replacement-project/ on clarkcountytoday.com #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #I5Bridge #LightRail #SouthwestWA #Transportation #TransitCosts

🎙️ Washington Parents Network files Title IX complaint against state leadersThe Washington Parents Network has filed a Title IX complaint against Chris Reykdal and Bob Ferguson, arguing that Washington state is violating federal education laws on gender identity policies and parental rights.📌 Read more at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/washington-parents-network-files-title-ix-complaint-against-reykdal-ferguson/ on clarkcountytoday.com #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #TitleIX #EducationPolicy #ParentalRights #DEI #SchoolFunding

🎙️ A new fight for parents' rights in WashingtonLet’s Go Washington has introduced an initiative to repeal ESSB-5181 and reaffirm that parents are the primary stakeholders in their children's education and medical decisions.📌 Read more at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/lets-go-washington-introduces-initiative-to-again-protect-parents-rights/ on clarkcountytoday.com #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #ParentsRights #LetsGoWashington #EducationReform #StudentProtections

🎙️ Learn about the Constitution and your rights 📜The Firmly Planted Action organization is hosting a free, six-week course in Vancouver to educate the community on constitutional rights and civic engagement.📆 Classes start March 14. Read more at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/firmly-planted-action-to-host-constitution-alive-six-week-course/ on clarkcountytoday.com #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #ConstitutionAlive #CivicEducation #FirmlyPlantedAction #KnowYourRights