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Vancouver Unveils New 120-Bed Homeless Shelter as More Than 400 People Attend Open House
Dave and Judy’s Place is expected to begin welcoming residents by the end of November. The new facility will provide temporary shelter, medical care, meals, social services, and support for transitioning into permanent housing.
Halloween in Camas: Thousands Gather for the Traditional Boo Bash Celebration
Downtown Camas transformed into a festive destination filled with costumes, candy, and family-friendly activities. The celebration has brought the community together for more than a decade.
Portland to Discuss Chemical Agents and Immigration Policy at Public City Council Meeting
Portland city officials will hold a public meeting on Thursday, October 29, to discuss the use of chemical agents and the city's immigration policies.
Civil Rights Advocates Urge Gov. Bob Ferguson to Strengthen Protections for Washington Drivers’ Data From ICE
More than one million federal searches of Washington driver and vehicle records in five months. Hundreds of documented immigration arrests linked to license plate queries. And a growing dispute over whether state officials are doing enough to protect residents’ personal information.
What Happens Behind the Walls of Clark County Jail? Major Changes Ahead
November 5 update: Proposition 12 has 52.31% support against a 60% approval threshold; counting continues. The latest results are followed by our original report on the renovation proposal, its costs and conditions inside the jail.
School Sports at the Center of a Political Dispute: Camas Cross-Country Protest Fuels Debate Over Washington Initiative 638
Several high school runners refused to compete alongside a transgender athlete, turning a local cross-country meet into a statewide controversy. The dispute has drawn competing demonstrations, renewed questions about fairness and inclusion in school athletics, and increased attention to a ballot measure that could change Washington's eligibility rules for girls' sports.
When Competitors Come Together: Vancouver Networking Event Brings Local Contractors Into One Room
More than 180 people attended a Vancouver construction-business gathering on October 23, according to a preliminary estimate from organizer JobSpring. Contractors, small-business owners and service providers met at NW Sim Racing to make contacts across a competitive industry.
From Recruiting to Painting: The Artist I Met While Walking Down Vancouver's Main Street
An ordinary walk through downtown Vancouver led to a conversation with Tal DeWitt, a Battle Ground artist who left his former career and opened his own gallery. His story is about creativity, entrepreneurship, and deciding to start over.
Have You Been to Main Street Since the Renovation?
New sidewalks, lighting, and public spaces have changed one of downtown Vancouver’s most recognizable streets.
October 18, 2026: Vancouver Farmers Market Brings Fall Energy to Downtown Vancouver
Local farmers and makers, autumn streets near Esther Short Park, and Canine Companions among the participants at Sunday’s market.