Issues related to rental costs, housing prices, and affordability challenges in the housing market
WDFW has opened its public process for determining the 2026–2027 salmon seasons, with meetings beginning Feb. 27 and multiple opportunities for Southwest Washington residents to weigh in.
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Two Oregon State Police Fish and Wildlife troopers were seriously injured Friday when a semi‑truck struck their patrol vehicle on the I‑84/Highway 197 offramp near The Dalles, according to state police and regional news reports.
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The City of Battle Ground is accepting applications for two tourism-related seats on its Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, with applications due Feb. 23, 2026.
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A Feb. 18 Lunch and Learn at the Battle Ground Senior Center will offer seniors guidance on recognizing and avoiding common scams.
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Woodland’s girls basketball team held off a strong second‑half push from Tumwater, securing a 58–47 win that keeps the Beavers competitive in Southwest Washington league play.
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A state appeals court has revived a case seeking to require Washington’s Department of Natural Resources to identify and protect habitat for the threatened western gray squirrel, a decision that could influence land management practices across southwest Washington.
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Thurston County deputies arrested an eight-time felon after a wrong-way pursuit Saturday night, highlighting ongoing regional concerns about high‑risk driving and repeat offenders.
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DeLena Perry of Clark County has been crowned Miss Wheelchair Washington 2026, a role centered on disability advocacy with potential regional significance for southwest Washington communities including Cowlitz County.
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Vancouver is launching four community presentations to discuss its 20‑year land‑use and growth plan, offering residents multiple opportunities to review draft planning materials and provide feedback.
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Two people were killed and four hospitalized after a shooting at a Rhode Island ice rink Monday afternoon, according to police. The incident raises broader questions about safety in public recreation spaces, including those in Cowlitz County.
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