A Vancouver woman’s decision to speak publicly about her recovery after a rape nearly five years ago is resonating across Southwest Washington, adding urgency to regional discussions about survivor support…
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March 2, 2026
Washington lawmakers are considering redirecting Climate Commitment Act revenue to help close a major budget gap, a move that could affect state-supported projects in Cowlitz County and across Southwest Washington.
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Clark County legislators are urging restoration of state funding for the Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership, a move with downstream implications for communities including Longview and Kelso.
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The Washington Supreme Court has upheld the Department of Natural Resources’ discretion in balancing timber revenue with ecological stewardship, a decision with significant implications for counties and communities across Southwest Washington.
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Clark County’s community composting program collected 186,000 pounds of food waste in 2025—a regional milestone that could shape future waste‑management discussions in Cowlitz County.
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A newly filed wrongful death lawsuit names a driver, Tapani Inc., the city of Vancouver, and Evergreen Public Schools in the September 2025 crash that killed a Vancouver father and his 6-year-old son in a construction zone.
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John Mulaney will bring his 2026 “Mister Whatever” tour to The Gorge on August 29, with a Spokane stop the night before. The performances add rare large‑venue comedy options within regional reach of Cowlitz County residents.
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Bayer’s proposed $7.25 billion Roundup settlement, now awaiting court approval, could affect local agricultural and land‑management practices in Cowlitz County as national litigation and regulatory questions continue to unfold.
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Portland General Electric’s proposed $1.9B acquisition of PacifiCorp’s Washington utility operations could shift the region’s energy landscape, with PGE stating customers will not face increased costs.
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The Washington House has passed a bill that would require Attorney General approval before local jurisdictions—including cities, counties, and school districts—can adopt new election district maps, a change that could affect future redistricting in Cowlitz County.
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The Longview City Council will hold a March 12 public hearing on proposed amendments to city ambulance regulations, including updates to EMS transport and mileage rates.
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Longview will hold a March 12 public hearing on proposed amendments to its sewage pretreatment code, including adoption of regional wastewater policy updates.
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Authorities recovered a truck from the Cowlitz River near Gerhart Gardens Park, but the Longview man who owns the vehicle remains unaccounted for as the Sheriff’s Office continues investigating.
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