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County Republican Party elects Bowerman as chair
After two tumultuous years, David Gellatly will no longer serve at the Clark County Republican Party's helm. Former 3rd Congressional District candidate Earl Bowerman won the seat by a mere four votes […]
Maybe Eileen Quiring will support increases in taxes after all
During the 2018 election, Eileen Quiring campaigned for Clark County Council chair on her consistent record of voting against higher taxes. A week after her election was certified, she indicated […]
3rd Congressional race draws more than $6 million in funding
There may be a month separating today and the election, and ballots have already been certified, but one could argue it's not really done until final Federal Election Commission reports are […]
WaPo notes Herrera Beutler’s unique place in new Congress (but it’s probably not what you think)
Earlier this week, The Washington Post ran a post-election analysis that looked at which demographic groups are representing each in the incoming Congress. It also contained a surprising fact about […]
Community asks Vancouver Council to speak against hate groups
Some Vancouver citizens want the City Council to issue a statement against Patriot Prayer. Four residents testified during Monday's meeting rallying against the group's actions and the fact that Patriot Prayer […]
What Marc Boldt said on his last appearance on Clark County Focus
Clark County Council Chair Marc Boldt appeared on Clark County Focus for what’s likely to be the last time earlier this week. The show, which is broadcast on CVTV (the C-SPAN […]
Benton returns to Olympia to swear in state Selective Service director
Vancouver's favorite former state senator is on the road again. Instead of potentially violating the Hatch Act with an appearance in Hawaii, Don Benton is traveling to Olympia to swear […]
Oregon third-bridge proponent loses reelection
The dream of a third bridge across the Columbia River suffered a set back in last week’s election and it happened in Oregon. State Rep. Rich Vial, a Republican representing a […]
CCRP censures Republican PCO for not being Republican
Kelly Hinton, known to many as K.J., was censured by the Clark County Republican Party Wednesday evening. Essentially, the party Mean-Girled him. Hinton is not allowed to sit with them. Hinton is […]
I-5 Bridge may benefit from $500B transportation plan
Why does it matter to Southwest Washington that an Oregon representative is the likely chair of a powerful House committee? It could be the next step toward a new Interstate […]