Clark County Today News

Madi Clark of the Mountain States Policy Center discusses the need for emergency powers reform, emphasizing the importance of legislative oversight in balancing executive authority. Read the full column at https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-next-steps-for-emergency-powers-reform/ #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #Opinion #emergencypowers #governmentaccountability #policyreform #legislativeoversight

Brush Prairie resident Robert Mattila shares his perspective on government spending and financial responsibility, warning against the distribution of DOGE savings checks. Read the full letter at https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-checks-from-doge-savings/ #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #Opinion #lettertotheeditor #DOGE #governmentspending #debtcrisis #nationaldebt #budgetdeficit #stimuluschecks #economicpolicy

The Employment Security Department is responding to rising layoffs among federal workers, providing assistance with unemployment claims and job searches. Learn more about available resources at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/employment-security-assists-federal-workers-with-unemployment-claims-job-searches-amid-rise-in-layoffs/ #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #EmploymentSecurity #unemploymentbenefits #jobsearch #federalworkers #layoffs #jobassistance #WorkSourceWA #Washingtonemployment

A Vancouver minister was arrested after a child abuse investigation by the Special Victims Unit. Authorities say Gabriel Hardy used corporal punishment on a six-year-old, leaving visible injuries. Investigators believe there may be more victims. Full details at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/arrest-made-by-special-victims-unit-in-child-abuse-case/ #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #CCSO #SpecialVictimsUnit #SVU #childabuse #childassault #HazelDell #lawenforcement #crimenews

🏀 High school basketball teams from Clark County are heading to state, with Prairie, Columbia River, and Ridgefield securing their spots. Meanwhile, Mat Classic is underway in Tacoma, with 16 local wrestlers making it to the championship semifinals. Get all the latest updates now at https://clarkcountytoday.com/sports/high-school-sports-prairie-columbia-river-ridgefield-boys-join-the-party-to-state-hoops/ #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #highschoolsports #basketball #statetournament #MatClassic

POLL: Does SB 5382 add unnecessary obstacles to citizen initiatives, or does it protect the process? Cast your vote now. Read the full story at https://clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-do-you-believe-sb-5382-makes-it-harder-for-citizens-to-propose-initiatives/ #SB5382 #InitiativeProcess #VoterRights #BallotInitiatives #PoliticalReforms #ClarkCountyWa #localnews

Paul Valencia and sports administrators Tony Liberatore and Cale Piland discuss the latest in high school sports, including big changes coming to Mat Classic and the excitement of playoff basketball. Plus, hear about the podcast's new name, The Study of Sports, and how listeners can weigh in on future topics. Read more at https://clarkcountytoday.com/sports/the-study-of-sports-podcast-feb-21-2025-big-changes-for-mat-classic-and-the-thrill-of-playoff-basketball/ clarkcountytoday.com #highschoolsports #MatClassic #playoffbasketball #FortVancouver #girlsbasketball #sportsadmins #athleticdirectors #EvergreenPublicSchools #ColumbiaRiver #ClarkCountyWa #localnews

Deputy Chelsea Quiggle serves as a school resource officer at Prairie High School, working to build trust between students and law enforcement while promoting a safe and supportive environment. Read the full story at https://clarkcountytoday.com/people/school-resource-officer-making-a-difference-at-prairie-high-school/ #ClarkCountyWa #WashingtonState #PrairieHighSchool #SchoolResourceOfficer #CCSO #StudentSafety #CommunityPolicing #Education #PublicSafety #LocalNews

Several firearm-related bills are advancing in the Washington State Legislature, addressing gun storage laws, purchase permits, and penalties for juvenile offenders. A proposed tax on firearms and ammunition is also under debate. Read the full story at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/several-gun-bills-working-their-way-through-the-washington-state-legislature/ #WashingtonState #GunLegislation #FirearmLaws #GunControl #SecondAmendment #PublicSafety #FirearmTax #GunRights #LocalNews #ClarkCountyWa

Clark County property owners, take note—the first installment of 2025 property taxes is due April 30. Tax statements are being mailed, and multiple payment options are available, including online, by mail, and in person. Read the full story at https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/first-installment-2025-property-tax-payments-due-tuesday-april-30/ #ClarkCountyWa #WashingtonState #PropertyTaxes #TaxDeadline #TaxPayments #ClarkCountyTreasurer #VancouverWA #LocalNews