Clark County News – The Columbian

Vital Statistics for June 25, 2026

The Columbian — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:00:40 +0000

Anne Marie Prentice, 27, Vancouver, and Cam Logan Beeson, 25, Vancouver.

Report: Ridgefield can raise up to $50 million for community and recreation center

Doug Flanagan — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:00:33 +0000

The city of Ridgefield can realistically raise up to $50 million for its long-planned community and recreation center, according to a new report.

‘If you’re not doing it, you’re going to be behind’: AI sweeps through tax and accounting industry

Sarah Wolf — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:00:35 +0000

As is the case in many fields today, artificial intelligence is changing the role of accountants. For proof, you can look no further than Vancouver-based Opsahl Dawson.

Death Notices for June 25, 2026

The Columbian — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:00:06 +0000

Christopher Dyer Jr., 44, Riverdale, died June 5, 2026. Davies Cremation and Burial Services, 360-693-1036.

Latest Public Health cuts not as drastic as proposed reductions

Kimberly Cortez — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:08:08 +0000

Clark County Public Health will see a small cut in state funding that pays for its community health data systems and emergency poison control calls.

Weather Eye: Goodbye heat, hello rain and maybe thunderstorms

Patrick Timm — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:04:11 +0000

After several days of summerlike warmth, the weather pattern is about to take a dramatic turn.

Travis Kavulla named CEO of Bonneville Power Administration

Sarah Wolf — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:10:17 +0000

The U.S. energy secretary introduced a new head of the Bonneville Power Administration this week.

‘A place of accountability, safety and recovery’: Thrive2Survive celebrates opening of two new recovery homes for men

Mia Ryder-Marks — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:05:12 +0000

Industrial refrigerators are rarely the centerpiece at a ribbon-cutting event. But on Wednesday, as the blue ribbon fell from the appliances, the moment symbolized the opening of two new recovery homes and another milestone for Vancouver-based nonprofit Thrive2Survive.

Eli Lilly backs Absci with $100 million investment

Sarah Wolf — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 23:02:38 +0000

Pharma giant Eli Lilly and Company is leading a $100 million investment into Vancouver-based biotech company Absci.

‘Loss of this program is a public health concern’: Council urged to fund YWCA domestic violence program

Kimberly Cortez — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 22:02:59 +0000

The Clark County Public Health Advisory Council has asked the Board of Health to consider funding YWCA Clark County’s Domestic Violence High Risk Team before it loses state dollars by the end of the month.

Vital Statistics for June 24, 2026

The Columbian — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:00:19 +0000

Bruno Casian Banceau, 50, Vancouver, and Michelle Renee Hawkins, 54, Vancouver.

Road work to close Blair Road through August

Shari Phiel — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 20:28:39 +0000

WASHOUGAL — Upcoming roadwork along a 1.44-mile stretch of Southeast Blair Road north of Washougal will mean delays and detours for drivers. Clark County Public Works will begin construction in early July, although specific start and end dates have not been announced.

2025 wages in Clark County grew 4% over 2024

Sarah Wolf — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:00:55 +0000

Workers in Clark County made more in 2025 than they did in 2024.

Death Notices for June 24, 2026

The Columbian — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:00:26 +0000

Barbara Dee Larsen, 80, Vancouver, died June 4, 2026. Davies Cremation and Burial Services, 360-693-1036.

Safe Stay residents learn skills to sustain stability, take control of finances

Mia Ryder-Marks — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:08:34 +0000

Financial coaching is often overlooked when discussing homeless services. But at Vancouver’s Safe Stay communities, residents are learning critical skills that will help them transition to permanent housing.

Calista Christiansen of Lyle wins National Civics Bee Washington state finals

Will Denner — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 23:41:24 +0000

Southwest Washington will send one of its own to represent the state at the National Civics Bee Championship in Washington, D.C., this fall.

Cardiac arrest survival in Clark County outpaces state, national rates

Kimberly Cortez — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:00:47 +0000

Cardiac arrest survival in Clark County continues to outpace state and national rates, according to an annual report on the clinical performance of the county’s emergency medical services system.

Vital Statistics for June 23, 2026

The Columbian — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:00:24 +0000

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Police warn of tire thefts targeting Toyota Corollas

Shari Phiel — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:18:57 +0000

Vancouver police are cautioning owners of Toyota Corollas to be extra vigilant following a string of recent tire thefts.

Clark County free summer meals programs for children 18 and under begin next week

Will Denner — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:00:34 +0000

With summer underway in Clark County, organizations will begin offering free meals for children ages 18 and younger next week.

Death Notices for June 23, 2026

The Columbian — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:00:26 +0000

Clarice Pollard, 77, Ridgefield, died June 15, 2026. Woodland Funeral Home, 360-225-8441.

Preserving the future: Vancouver residents provide feedback on climate action

Kelly Moyer — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:09:40 +0000

As temperatures soared into the high 80s on Monday, fulfilling a regional heat advisory, a crowd of about 50 Vancouver residents gathered inside the Vancouver Arts Hub to discuss their climate change concerns with city officials.

‘A very sad goodbye’: Washougal Lumber Co. to shuts its doors after 117 years

Doug Flanagan — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:07:50 +0000

WASHOUGAL — One of Washougal’s oldest businesses is shutting down.

Skyview High students’ project celebrates those in medical field who lift up others

Kimberly Cortez — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:06:43 +0000

As patients and visitors cross the skybridge from the parking garage to Legacy Salmon Creek’s medical offices, they will notice portraits displayed against vibrant green, red and yellow posters.

Weather Eye: Dislike hot weather? Rainy change in the forecast

Patrick Timm — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:00:06 +0000

After a couple of days of summer heat, the weather pattern is preparing to make a rather abrupt change. By the time many of you read this column, temperatures will be climbing into the 90s across much of Clark County and Southwest Washington. Tuesday may well be the warmest day of the week before the atmosphere decides to remind us that we still live in the Pacific Northwest.