COVID-19 virus activity continues to increase rapidly in Clark County, with the rate more than doubling in two weeks. Public Health is urging everyone to get vaccinated and wear face coverings indoors to help slow the spread of the virus.

An additional 964 cases have been reported to Public Health in the last week, for an average of 138 cases per day. One month ago, Clark County was averaging about 21 cases per day. The virus activity rate increased this week to 191 cases per 100,000 people over 14 days – that’s nearly four times the rate three weeks ago.

Reward fund of $10,000 available for information that leads to a conviction

The Clark County Fire Marshal’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying a person and vehicle of interest in an ongoing fire investigation.

The Fire Marshal’s office is asking the public to review the videos below to see if they recognize the person or vehicle. The video was taken at approximately 2 a.m. July 5 near the Old Cherry Grove Church in Battle Ground. The former church and nearby home were completely destroyed in a fire.

The Commission on Aging will hear about the intersection of COVID-19, older adults, and social determinants of health. The meeting will include guest experts and a discussion about what our community can do better to address health inequities in the places where we live, learn, work, and play. The discussion will address social determinants of health relevant to older adults and what can be learned from the COVID-19 pandemic to address health disparities in our community.

Clark County Auditor Greg Kimsey is warning Clark County residents about a letter dated Aug. 4 from the Washington State Department of Licensing incorrectly notifying vehicle owners that their personalized plates will be canceled. 

Thousands of vehicle owners across the state are receiving these letters that concern personalized plates that had been transferred to another vehicle.

Vehicle owners should ignore this letter if it is dated Aug. 4, 2021.

Vancouver, Wash. – Another stretch of hot weather is expected in Clark County this week. Public Health is urging residents to take steps to prevent heat-related illness and to check on people who may be at increased risk.

The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat warning for the region from Wednesday through Saturday. Temperatures are forecast to reach or exceed 100 degrees on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, and expected remain in the upper 90s on Saturday. Overnight low temperatures are expected to be in the upper 60s.

Vancouver, Wash. – The Clark County Charter Review Commission has scheduled meetings for the remainder of 2021 to accommodate moving forward with evaluating possible items for the 2022 general election ballot.

The commission’s meetings moving forward will be 5 pm on the following Wednesdays:

Vancouver, Wash. – For the 14th consecutive year, the Salmon Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant received the Wastewater Treatment Plant Outstanding Performance award from the Washington State Department of Ecology.

Clark County is seeking nominations of businesses and individuals for its annual Clark County Disability Employment Awareness Month Awards. The awards honor the role people with developmental disabilities have in assisting us to achieve a dynamic, productive workforce and recognize the leadership of the business community. The event also celebrates October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month.

Awards will be given for the following categories:

At the close of the regular candidate filing period on Friday, May 21, 2021, Clark County election officials had not received candidate filings for the Clark-Cowlitz Fire Rescue, Commissioner, Position No. 7. Pursuant to Washington state law, an additional special three-day filing period must be held for these offices. This special 3-day filing was conducted Aug. 4-6.

Vancouver, Wash. – The Recycled Arts Festival is bringing the spirit of the annual event into Clark County homes with a video series showcasing local artists and virtual kid-friendly crafting event.

The popular Clark County Recycled Arts Festival is known for its eclectic vibe. The festival showcases artwork made of recycled materials and aims to educate and excite Clark County residents about waste reduction, reuse and recycling.