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Valentine’s Day Rage Room Surge in Vancouver Highlights Regional Demand for Alternative Stress Outlets

A Vancouver rage room saw a surge in Valentine’s Day bookings, reflecting a broader regional appetite for unconventional stress‑relief activities and signaling potential implications for Cowlitz County’s evolving recreation landscape.

Source: KGW

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Feb 16, 2026

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Environment and Climate

Cold Air Brings Mountaintop Snow as KGW Issues Weather Impact Alert for Coast Range and Cascades

KGW has issued a Weather Impact Alert as cold air brings snow to the Coast Range and Cascades, with light accumulation possible in higher elevations. Scattered showers continue through Thursday, with minor regional effects possible in Cowlitz County.

Source: KGW

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Feb 16, 2026

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Public Safety

Monmouth Man Charged in Salem Convenience Store Shooting

A Monmouth man has been arrested and charged with attempted murder following a shooting at a Salem convenience store, according to police and regional news reports.

Source: KOIN

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Feb 16, 2026

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Environment and Climate

Late‑Season Mountain Snow Could Snarl Travel Near Mount St. Helens and Regional Passes

A multi-day winter weather advisory covering southern Washington and north-central Oregon could affect travelers heading toward Mount St. Helens and other Cascade passes, with forecasters warning of heavy snow and hazardous driving conditions.

Source: Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Feb 16, 2026

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Public Safety

Ten Children Placed in Protective Custody After Maple Valley Death Investigation

Ten children were hospitalized and placed into CPS custody after deputies found a woman dead and the children ill inside a Maple Valley home. The death remains under investigation and no arrests have been made.

Source: MyNorthwest

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Feb 16, 2026

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Arts and Culture

Hollywood’s Fight Over ByteDance’s AI Video Tool Raises Questions for Local Creators

Hollywood groups accuse ByteDance’s new AI video generator of violating copyright and misusing actors’ likenesses, raising concerns that reach all the way to Cowlitz County’s creative economy.

Source: MyNorthwest

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Feb 16, 2026

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Public Safety

Rosabella Moringa Capsules Linked to Multistate Salmonella Outbreak, Including One Case in Washington

Rosabella-brand moringa powder capsules have been linked to a multistate, drug‑resistant Salmonella outbreak affecting seven states, including one case in Washington. Health officials urge consumers to check recall information and discard affected products.

Source: KOIN

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Feb 16, 2026

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Sports

Jake Paul’s Presence at Olympic Speedskating Draws Interest—But Local Ties Remain Indirect

Jake Paul’s appearance supporting fiancée Jutta Leerdam at the Winter Olympics drew national attention, with indirect relevance for southwest Washington residents following regional Olympic coverage.

Source: KGW

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Feb 16, 2026

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Public Safety

Three Hospitalized After Four‑Vehicle Crash Near La Center; Traffic Ripples Into Cowlitz County

Three people were hospitalized after a four‑vehicle crash on I‑5 near La Center on Feb. 14, with traffic backups affecting drivers in Cowlitz County.

Source: The Columbian

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Feb 16, 2026

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Sports

Oregon Snaps 10‑Game Skid With Win Over Penn State, a Result Watched Closely by Many Cowlitz County Fans

Oregon snapped a 10‑game losing streak with an 83‑72 win over Penn State, a result followed closely by many Southwest Washington college basketball fans.

Source: Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Feb 16, 2026

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Columbia Countercurrent

Valentine’s Day Rage Room Surge in Vancouver Highlights Regional Demand for Alternative Stress Outlets

Cold Air Brings Mountaintop Snow as KGW Issues Weather Impact Alert for Coast Range and Cascades

Monmouth Man Charged in Salem Convenience Store Shooting

Late‑Season Mountain Snow Could Snarl Travel Near Mount St. Helens and Regional Passes

Ten Children Placed in Protective Custody After Maple Valley Death Investigation

Hollywood’s Fight Over ByteDance’s AI Video Tool Raises Questions for Local Creators

Rosabella Moringa Capsules Linked to Multistate Salmonella Outbreak, Including One Case in Washington

Jake Paul’s Presence at Olympic Speedskating Draws Interest—But Local Ties Remain Indirect

Three Hospitalized After Four‑Vehicle Crash Near La Center; Traffic Ripples Into Cowlitz County

Oregon Snaps 10‑Game Skid With Win Over Penn State, a Result Watched Closely by Many Cowlitz County Fans

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