Clark County Today News

Fire Prevention Week is here! Clark County Fire District 3 is promoting the importance of smoke alarms in our homes during this critical safety campaign running from October 6 to October 12. The theme this year is "Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!" Tune in to learn vital tips for maintaining smoke alarms and hear about the exciting children's video contest encouraging creative expressions of fire safety awareness. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/fire-prevention-week-clark-county-fire-district-3-urges-residents-to-test-smoke-alarms

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Clark County Community Services is inviting applications for its Community Action Program, which supports anti-poverty initiatives aimed at helping residents achieve self-sufficiency. With about $284,000 available annually, funding will cover key areas such as physical health and transportation assistance. Listen to learn about important dates, application procedures, and how these funds will benefit our community. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/applications-for-2025-2027-community-action-program-funds-available-oct-1

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In this news update, Clark County Interim Fire Marshal Donna Goddard announces the lifting of the outdoor burn ban, effective immediately. As fire season comes to a close, the county has established clear guidelines for outdoor burning to ensure public safety. Tune in to learn more about the importance of permits and safety measures when burning debris. For the complete story, visit https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/interim-county-fire-marshal-lifts-outdoor-burn-ban

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In this letter to the editor, Richard Beamish expresses his endorsement for the documentary “Vaxxed III: Authorized to Kill,” shedding light on the experiences of individuals claiming injuries from COVID vaccines. The film, produced by Children’s Health Defense, features firsthand testimonials and raises critical questions about vaccine safety. Tune in to explore the implications of these narratives and their significance for public health discussions. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-new-movie-on-covid-vaccine-victims-deserves-a-watch

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Clark County has opened applications for the Community Development Block Grant and HOME funds starting today. Approximately three million dollars will be available for community development and housing activities. A pre-application workshop will help applicants navigate the process, ensuring that projects benefit low- to moderate-income neighborhoods. Learn more about this funding opportunity and its impact on local communities at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/applications-for-2025-clark-county-cdbg-home-funds-available-starting-oct-1 #ClarkCounty #CDBG #HOMEfunds #communitydevelopment #localnews

Oct 1 CCT Morning Rundown: Repair Work, Homeless Funding, and Community Engagement

Join us as we dive into crucial local updates, from ongoing repair work on our railroad bridges to the launch of funding applications aimed at combating homelessness in Clark County. Celebrate the achievements of Evergreen Habitat for Humanity, find out how to responsibly dispose of your fallen leaves, and learn about opportunities to volunteer in the city of Vancouver. Additionally, we recap police activity related to incidents at Clark College and highlight an opinion piece discussing a timely idea for our community. Stay connected with us for more impactful stories!

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Clark County Public Works is starting repair work on six Chelatchie Prairie Railroad bridges, addressing important safety issues. Learn how these repairs will improve local infrastructure and ensure safe travel for the community. More information can be found at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/repair-work-beginning-on-six-chelatchie-prairie-railroad-bridges/ #ClarkCounty #ChelatchiePrairie #railroad #localnews #publicworks #VancouverWa #infrastructure #community

Clark County Community Services is seeking applications for the Homeless Crisis Response System funds, available starting October first. Learn how these funds will assist residents experiencing homelessness and the importance of community support in tackling this crisis. More details can be found at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/applications-for-2025-2027-clark-county-homeless-crisis-response-system-funds-available-oct-1/ #ClarkCounty #homelessness #communityservices #localnews #HCRS #housing #VancouverWa #support #funding

Join Evergreen Habitat for Humanity in celebrating the dedication of the final two homes in the Johnson Village Subdivision on October eleventh! Hear inspiring stories from new homeowners and discover how affordable housing positively impacts our community. More details can be found at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/evergreen-habitat-for-humanity-celebrates-the-final-two-homebuyers-of-johnson-village-subdivision/ #EvergreenHabitat #affordablehousing #ClarkCounty #JohnsonVillage #localnews #communityimpact #housing #VancouverWa #HabitatforHumanity #homeownership

Clark County and the city of Vancouver are urging residents to properly dispose of fallen leaves to prevent storm drain clogs. The Fall Leaf Coupon program offers a free way to drop off leaves at designated sites from October first to December thirty-first. Learn how proper leaf disposal helps our environment by visiting https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-county-residents-encouraged-to-dispose-of-fallen-leaves-properly/. #leafdisposal #ClarkCounty #Vancouver #localnews #greenneighbors #sustainability #composting #publicworks #communityengagement #FallLeafCoupon #ClarkCountyWa