Vancouver Fire Department crews responded to a working fire at 1806 E Fourth Plain Boulevard just after 9 p.m. Tuesday evening. First-arriving units found flames on the first floor and quickly knocked down most of the fire from the exterior before searching the apartment. One female occupant was displaced and is receiving assistance from the American Red Cross. Fire District 6 provided mutual aid during the response. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/vancouver-woman-displaced-by-apartment-fire/ #VancouverFire #ClarkCounty #ApartmentFire #RedCross #EmergencyResponse

Former Supreme Court Justice Phil Talmadge joins Rob McKenna and the Citizens Action Defense Fund to mount a challenge to Washington’s new 9.9% income tax law. The legal team argues that the tax may violate state constitutional rules on property and uniformity. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/former-wa-supreme-court-justice-joins-legal-effort-against-income-tax/ #Washington #PhilTalmadge #IncomeTax #Politics #RobMcKenna #SenateBill6346 #JacksonMaynard #LegalNews #SupremeCourt #BobFerguson

At least 13% of Congress, including 57 House members and 11 Senators, will leave office, marking the greatest turnover in 30 years. Analysts expect less institutional knowledge and more power for party leaders and lobbyists. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/makeover-in-store-for-congress-with-flood-of-lawmakers-headed-for-the-exits/ #Congress #Politics #Lawmakers #Elections #Leadership #Turnover #UnitedStates #Brookings #Ballotpedia #PublicPolicy

Spokane, Pend Oreille, Stevens, and Ferry county sheriffs file suit against SB 5974, a state law letting a board override voters by decertifying elected sheriffs. Nancy Churchill examines the power shift away from communities and the constitutional concerns. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-sheriffs-fight-back/ #Opinion #Washington #Sheriffs #SB5974 #VoterRights #StatePolitics #Olympia #Lawsuit #Constitution #LawEnforcement

Lucille ‘Erma’ Christenson Madore, World War II worker and devoted mother, touched generations through music, faith, and family in Vancouver. Her story spans nearly 102 years, ending with a legacy of deep community roots and a large extended family. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/obituary-for-lucille-erma-christenson-madore-april-221924-march-13-2026/ #obituary #VancouverWA #ClarkCounty #community #family #legacy #celebrationoflife #WWII #faith

The Center Square reveals Washington state’s diversion of $375 million from a vital infrastructure loan fund to cover the operating budget. Local and statewide groups warn repeated withdrawals risk long-term damage to city and county projects. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/fiscal-fallout-375-million-bond-debt-indirectly-funding-operating-budget/ #Washington #infrastructure #budget #bonds #publicworks #PWAA #statepolitics #government #publicfunding #taxes

Four sheriffs from Spokane, Pend Oreille, Stevens, and Ferry counties are challenging a new Washington law that allows for the removal of sheriffs who don’t meet tougher eligibility and certification standards. The measure was signed by Gov. Bob Ferguson despite opposition and legal warnings. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/lawsuit-aims-to-block-new-eligibility-requirements-for-wa-sheriffs/ #Washington #Sheriffs #LawEnforcement #LegalChallenge #BobFerguson #StatePolitics #Certification #Elections #News #ClarkCounty

Protests, online petitions, and legislator outreach rarely shift state policy, says Todd Myers of Washington Policy Center. He argues lasting public impact comes from local, diverse efforts and genuine civic involvement. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-the-growing-gap-between-public-voice-and-political-power/ #WashingtonState #Politics #PublicEngagement #Opinion #CommunityAction #Protest #Government #LocalPolitics #WAPol #CivicParticipation

Battle Ground is looking for a resident to fill a spot on its Salary Commission, the board that sets pay and benefits for city elected officials. Applicants must not work for the city or have family ties to staff or council. More details in this update. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/city-of-battle-ground-seeks-applicants-for-salary-commission-vacancy/ #BattleGround #LocalGovernment #SalaryCommission #Transparency #ClarkCounty #CommissionOpening #CivicEngagement

Hydroelectric sources give Washington a 60% baseline, yet policies like the Climate Commitment Act are fueling electricity rate hikes. Policy analyst Sam Cardwell compares Washington’s approach to those of Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-who-is-winning-the-race-for-affordable-power/ #energy #washington #opinion #powergrid #hydropower #climatepolicy #rates #pacificnorthwest #mountainstatespolicycenter #samcardwell