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Clark County Probate Notice Issued for Estate of Beth A. Young
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Clark County Probate Notice Issued for Estate of Beth A. Young

Clark County Superior Court has opened probate proceedings for the estate of Beth A. Young, with a formal notice to creditors published in the Vancouver Business Journal. The notice triggers state deadlines for submitting any claims tied to the estate.

Source: Vancouver Business Journal
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Feb 20, 2026
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Zuckerberg’s Testimony in Social Media Addiction Trial Could Shape Local School District Lawsuits
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Zuckerberg’s Testimony in Social Media Addiction Trial Could Shape Local School District Lawsuits

Mark Zuckerberg’s testimony in a landmark California trial could influence hundreds of similar lawsuits — including cases filed by school districts across the Pacific Northwest. The outcome may shape how communities like Longview and Kelso navigate youth mental health challenges linked to social media use.

Source: Oregon Public Broadcasting
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Feb 18, 2026
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Centralia Resident Pleads Guilty in 2022 Substation Damage Case
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Centralia Resident Pleads Guilty in 2022 Substation Damage Case

A Centralia man has pleaded guilty to damaging a Clackamas County electrical substation, with federal sentencing scheduled for February 2026. The case highlights ongoing infrastructure security concerns affecting Southwest Washington and the broader Pacific Northwest.

Source: KOIN
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Feb 18, 2026
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