Dream for Life and Living Hope Church welcomed thousands for an annual community Thanksgiving meal, offering hot food, support resources, volunteer services, and a message of unity led by founder Donnie Vercher and partner organizations including OnPoint Community Credit Union. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/dream-for-life-feeds-thousands-at-living-hope-church/ #Vancouver #CommunitySupport #ThanksgivingMeal #DreamForLife #LivingHopeChurch #HolidayOutreach #FreeMeals #ClarkCounty #NonprofitEvent #CommunityResources

Washington state Sen. John Braun kicked off his campaign for Washington’s Third Congressional District with a Vancouver event where he highlighted his military and legislative experience and criticized incumbent Marie Gluesenkamp Perez on policy, voting records, and leadership. Braun discussed federal spending, border security, schools, crime, and what he says are failures during the government shutdown, contrasting them with his focus on fiscal discipline and local values. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/john-braun-says-mgp-gets-an-a-in-publicity-and-an-f-in-accomplishments-as-he-kicks-off-campaign/ #ClarkCounty #PoliticalNews #JohnBraun #CongressionalRace #WashingtonState #MGP #TheChronicle #Elections2026 #ThirdDistrict #CampaignKickoff

In an interview with the Washington State Standard, Marie Gluesenkamp Perez discusses forcing a reprimand vote opposed by Democratic leadership, her colleagues’ reactions, and why she believes accountability within the party is essential. She reflects on constituent support, fallout within the caucus, and why the episode reaffirmed rather than challenged her identity as a Democrat. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/mgp-thinks-democratic-party-needs-to-change-not-her/ #WashingtonState #MGP #Congress #PoliticalNews #DemocraticParty #WashingtonStateStandard #HouseDebate #SouthwestWashington #PartyLeadership #USHouse

Amy Harris of Clark County Matters argues that Portland’s enforcement of its public camping ban — including dozens of arrests of individuals with open warrants — demonstrates the importance of pairing compassion with accountability. She warns that stricter rules in Portland may push more campers into Vancouver and urges the mayor and city council to pass and enforce stronger limits on public camping. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-portland-homeless-ban-equals-more-trouble-for-vancouver/ #Vancouver #Opinion #HomelessnessPolicy #PublicCamping #PortlandBan #ClarkCountyMatters #CityCouncil #CommunityIssues #PublicSafety #LocalGovernment

The city of Vancouver will host a Nov. 28 program to raise the new City flag at City Hall, followed by prize presentations during the Rotary tree lighting event. The celebration also marks the return of the Salmon Run Bell Tower glockenspiel, a 25-bell installation weighing up to 400 pounds each, with scheduled recognitions for flag designers Brooke Nugent and Nathan Hunter and an evening of community festivities. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/new-flag-to-be-raised-at-vancouver-city-hall-on-nov-28/ #Vancouver #CityHall #FlagRaising #SalmonRunBellTower #Glockenspiel #CommunityEvent #RotaryTreeLighting #EstherShortPark #VisitVancouver #CityCelebration

Clark County Public Works highlights simple ways residents can reduce food waste during holiday meal planning, including buying only what is needed, storing foods properly, using leftovers creatively, and exploring composting options such as organics carts or We Compost Community Hub sites. The county notes that food waste contributes to financial loss and methane emissions and offers additional resources through the Clark County Green Neighbors webpage. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-county-public-works-solid-waste-shares-tips-to-help-residents-reduce-food-waste-this-holiday-season/ #ClarkCounty #FoodWaste #PublicWorks #GreenNeighbors #Composting #HolidayMeals #Sustainability #SolidWaste #WasteConnections #EnvironmentalImpact

WSU Vancouver is hosting Cougar Cheer and Gift Gear on Dec. 3 at the Hilton Vancouver Washington, offering early holiday shopping through the CougarWear pop-up, a family-friendly evening celebration, photos with Butch T. Cougar, prize drawings including Alaska Airlines vouchers, and opportunities to support the Cougar Food Pantry. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/kick-off-the-holiday-season-cougar-style-at-cougar-cheer-and-gift-gear/ #Vancouver #WSUVancouver #CougarEvent #ButchTCougar #HolidaySeason #CommunityEvent #CougarWear #AlaskaAirlines #CougarFoodPantry

Firefighters responded to 8300 NE 137th Ave. after callers reported a large drop box style dumpster burning near loading docks, a fire visible from Padden Parkway during the morning commute. Crews stopped the fire from entering the building, leaving only exterior damage while the Clark County Fire Marshals office investigates. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/vfd-extinguishes-large-drop-box-style-dumpster-on-fire/ #Vancouver #VancouverFireDepartment #ClarkCounty #FireResponse #PublicSafety #BreakingFireNews

New agreements with four river users have advanced the 116-foot fixed-span I-5 Bridge proposal to Coast Guard review, raising questions about safety, river access, and long-term costs as voters weigh in on this week’s poll. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-is-a-116-foot-fixed-span-bridge-the-right-choice-for-the-i-5-replacement/ #I5BridgeReplacement #Transportation #VancouverWA #ClarkCounty #FixedSpanBridge #RiverAccess #Infrastructure #PublicInput #Poll #CoastGuardReview

Eden Health Hospice volunteer coordinator Natalie Summerville explains how volunteers support patients with companionship, music, crafts, and compassionate presence, highlighting the growing community need for hospice support across the Vancouver region. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/volunteer-coordinator-from-eden-health-hospice-highlights-the-benefits-of-serving-patients/ #EdenHealthHospice #HospiceCare #VancouverWA #EndOfLifeCare #VolunteerSupport #CommunityCare #PatientSupport #PaulValencia #HospiceVolunteers #EmotionalSupport

Washington State University’s review of WSDOT’s $4 million dam breaching study says the work has not met expectations, citing concerns with modeling routes, transportation impacts, energy replacement costs, and ripple effects to agriculture and state infrastructure while federal, state, and congressional actions continue to shape the debate. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/wsu-review-flags-4m-wsdot-study-on-dam-breaching-for-not-meeting-expectations/ #WashingtonState #SnakeRiverDams #WSDOT #WSU #Hydropower #EnergyCosts #Transportation #Agriculture #CenterSquare #LocalNews

Vancouver Fire Department celebrated the arrival of its new KME-built Fire Engine 6 with a traditional push-in ceremony at Station 6, recognizing the engine’s modern capabilities, the historic roots of the ritual, and the contributions of firefighters and fleet mechanics who maintain the city’s emergency vehicles. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/vfd-holds-push-in-ceremony-for-new-fire-engine-6/ #VancouverFireDepartment #VancouverWA #FireEngine6 #PublicSafety #EmergencyResponse #FirefightingTradition #PushInCeremony #KME #REVGroup #LocalNews

Washington State Parks reports a decline in Discover Pass sales following the October price increase from $30 to $45, even as revenue rose 16%, with officials noting the drop was expected and that overall funding remains on track for the current budget cycle. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/discover-pass-sales-dip-after-price-increase/ #WashingtonStateParks #DiscoverPass #WashingtonStateStandard #PublicLands #Recreation #StateBudget #OutdoorAccess #WSParks #WashingtonState #LocalNews

The Vancouver Fire Department reports a garage fire on NE 55th St that was quickly contained by responding crews, with two residents displaced and assisted by the American Red Cross and no injuries reported. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/vfd-responds-to-garage-fire/ #VancouverFireDepartment #VancouverWA #FireResponse #GarageFire #FirstResponders #PublicSafety #AmericanRedCross #ClarkCounty #EmergencyResponse #LocalNews

Doug Dahl explores safety differences across transportation options, noting the exceptionally low fatality rates for trains and buses, the higher risks associated with cars, and how driving behaviors, distractions, and unfamiliar rental vehicles influence personal safety when deciding between renting a car or using a rideshare. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-rental-vs-rideshare/ #Opinion #TransportationSafety #RentalCars #Rideshare #TrainSafety #BusSafety #DrivingRisks #PedestrianSafety #CyclingSafety #TheWiseDrive

Ken Vance outlines the Battle Ground School District’s findings about teacher Amanda Gonzales, including student reports of inappropriate political comments and the district’s determination of probable cause for discharge, while noting the ongoing administrative leave and union response. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-even-when-school-districts-try-to-do-the-right-thing-they-are-often-precluded-from-doing-so-by-their-teachers-and-unions/ #Opinion #BattleGroundSchoolDistrict #AmandaGonzales #CharlieKirk #AngusLee #ShellyWhitten #PublicSchools #ClarkCounty #EducationPolicy #SchoolInvestigation

Lars Larson argues that the Interstate Bridge replacement is a costly failure in the making, pointing to low bridge clearance, $140 million in payments to upriver users, vanishing federal funding, and deepening public opposition. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-boondoggle-bridge-blocks-waterway-bribes-required/ #LarsLarson #InterstateBridge #Transportation #PacificNorthwest #ODOT #Boondoggle #LightRail #PublicOpposition #NorthwestNonsense #InfrastructureCosts

Sen. Jim McCune voiced strong support for SB 5097, saying the bill is needed to safeguard fairness in girls’ sports, protect young female athletes from physical risks, and uphold privacy in female-only spaces across Washington. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/washington-state-senator-champions-legislation-to-protect-fairness-and-safety-in-girls-sports-and-private-spaces/ #SB5097 #WashingtonLegislature #JimMcCune #GirlsSports #TitleIX #FemaleAthleteSafety #PrivacyRights #PublicPolicy #WASenate #SchoolAthletics

More than 150 volunteers will gather at the Clark County Fairgrounds on Dec. 6 to assemble 700 bicycles for the 15th annual Scott Campbell Christmas Promise Bike Build, supported by Waste Connections and local partners, with finished bikes going to eight community organizations serving families in need. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/15th-anniversary-bike-build-scott-campbell-christmas-promise-set-for-dec-6/ #ScottCampbellChristmasPromise #BikeBuild #ClarkCounty #WasteConnections #CommunitySupport #HolidaySeason #VolunteerEvent #RidgefieldWA #LocalOrganizations #GivingBack

Smith-Reynolds American Legion Post #14 is launching its annual Christmas Tree Sale on Nov. 30, offering fresh-cut trees while raising funds for programs that support local veterans and their families throughout the holiday season. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/smith-reynolds-american-legion-post-14-announces-annual-christmas-tree-sale-to-support-veterans/ #AmericanLegion #Veterans #VancouverWA #HolidaySeason #ChristmasTreeSale #ClarkCounty #CommunitySupport #VeteranPrograms #LocalEvents #SupportOurHeroes