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Garden Caprese
The light is changing and the days have started to shorten. It won’t be long until pumpkin spice overtakes us, but for now literally every fruit and vegetable you can imagine is having its moment. Tomatoes: heirloom, local, or the fabulous ones that happen to be growing in your garden are just waiting to be […]
Surviving Relay Run
In the next week, over 12,000 local runners will tackle the Hood to Coast Relay event. Each team consists of 12 runners in 2 vans who each complete 3 legs to cover the 199-mile route. Relay events have become more popular and include events such as Cascade Lakes Relay, Ragnar Relays and Gorgeous Relays all […]
Jealousy in Cats or the “Green Eyed Monster”
Do you live in a multi-cat household? If so, you have probably wondered if your feline friends experience jealousy. Imagine lying peacefully in bed one morning, half-dozing, with one of your two kitties curled up beside you. Imagine your second kitty attempting to join in the “cuddle” only to have your first kitty reach up […]
Frassati Suppers up and running again
After an extensive kitchen remodel in the Lower Hall of the Proto-Cathedral of St. James the Greater, we are serving Frassati Suppers again. What’s Frassati? A welcoming place in Vancouver where volunteer greeters, chefs, waiters and others serve the poor and homeless in the spirit of Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati. The supper is part of the […]
Peanut Butter-Oat Blueberry Pie Bars
I want to buy a lunch box. I do not need one myself, and it has been a long time since I bought them for my children, but this end of summer rite of passage tugs at my heart every year. There is just something about a new lunch box. Brand new and squeaky […]
Tips To Curb Your Cravings
We’ve all been there. We get a craving for chips. We can’t stop thinking about ice cream. We’d do anything for a chocolate chip cookie. We tend to crave ‘junk foods’ that are high in sugar, salt and/or fat. People don’t typically crave tuna sandwiches! Cravings are difficult to manage and can often sabotage someone’s […]
Did the union “take over” Tuesday’s election? Depends on who you ask.
Robert Stewart isn’t pleased with Tuesday’s election results. The Columbia Credit Union financial adviser came in third in his bid for Vancouver Public Schools Board of Directors, losing to two teachers, Lisa Messer and Kathy Decker. But it’s not Messer or Decker who’s got Stewart mad. It’s not even the fact that he lost. It’s […]
County Manager explains basic science on national TV
As Clark County manager, Shawn Henessee has many responsibilities, such as preparing a half-billion-dollar annual budget, overseeing over a thousand employees and presiding over the bureaucracy that is county government. Now, Henessee has another job: explaining basic science to millions of people. Henessee’s debut as an up and coming Neil Degrasse Tyson came via the […]
Is Vancouver joining an opioid lawsuit?
The City of Vancouver may join a lawsuit against the companies of opioid manufacturers. At last night’s city council meeting, Councilor Ty Stober said he’d had a personal comeuppance about the role of opioid addiction in the city’s homelessness crisis and wanted to know what suing might entail. “I was always perplexed when I’d go […]
Beyond Meat Smash Burger Alfresco
The first grasshopper sighting and the current state of affairs at the entrance to Fred Meyer – sans plants, stripped of plastic chairs, and starkly stocked with bottled water and some lonely bags of charcoal – are a warning sign. The days of summer are numbered. Have you grilled enough hot dogs, eaten enough ice […]
2020 endorsements start to trickle in
Timing endorsements for candidates is tricky. Too late, and you risk lagging behind in helping your preferred candidate pick up some momentum. Too early, though, and you risk backing the wrong person. Which is why it was surprising that, with more than a year until the 2020 election, Congressional Candidate and Democrat Carolyn Long already […]
Increase Your After-Burn
Have you ever wondered why you continue to breathe heavy and sweat after your workout is done? Why doesn’t your breathing go back to normal immediately? After exercise, you consume a greater amount of oxygen to assist your body in recovering from the stress of the workout and the demands it placed on your body. […]
Is the county council special election kind of a waste of money?
Both candidates running an upcoming special election for Clark County Council have talked a lot about being careful with taxpayer money. But part of their election is, arguably, a waste of taxpayers’ money. Camas resident Bill Baird brought to our attention that the special election for Clark County Council is the only race to appear […]
New York cuts penalties for marijuana possession
ALBANY, N.Y. — New York’s governor signed a bill Monday that softens penalties for possessing small amounts of marijuana and allows for the expungement of some past convictions. The legislation signed into law by Gov.
Quiet Cat Breeds and Turning Yours into One
Looking for a cat whose mellowness is “music” to your ears? Then, consider the following breeds that are known for being especially quiet, mild-mannered, and easy to get along with. Abyssinian: Famous for her love of heights, she will be fur-ever appreciative of having access to one or more ceiling-height cat trees. American Curl: Known […]
5 Tips for Great Social Media Content for Garden Centers
If you own a garden center, you know how to make plants grow. What may be more difficult for you is to grow your presence on social media. Rising above the noise and differentiating yourself from the competition is critical if you want customers to find you. This is where posting great social media content […]
Cold Sesame Noodles with Cucumber
Need something to keep your cool while the weather stays hot? A cold noodle salad is just how to do it. Bracingly cool, Cold Sesame Noodles with Cucumber are just like take out, but you can make them at home. Keep your pasta on the firm side for this recipe, so it keeps its shape. […]
Discovering the Beauty of Nature by Traveling
No human can rival Mother Nature when it comes to creating a scene of beauty and splendor. Across the globe, amazing natural ecosystems are competing to live with humankind and its ever-increasing demand for space and resources. These breathtaking landscapes are a reminder to us how small and insignificant we are when compared to the […]
Get ready for more political candidates opposed to I-1639
In this upcoming election, Battle Ground voters will have the chance to vote for two city council candidates who’ve made opposition to a recently enacted statewide gun control initiative a campaign issue. Next election cycle, the entire state will have the chance to vote on a candidate who’s also seeking to undo the law. As […]
Herrera Beutler responds to Mueller hearings
Former special counsel Robert Mueller testified before Congress on Wednesday to clarify the conclusions of his 448-page report, which detailed Russia’s interference in the 2016 election and the Trump campaign’s potential involvement. I checked in with our congresswoman, Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler, to hear her thoughts after the hearings. In an email, the Battle Ground […]