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Click here to learn more. Support × Larch inmates say close conditions present COVID-19 risk It’s difficult to exercise social-distancing measures in prison, when your bunkmate is hovering a few feet above you, or if you share a bathroom with dozens of others. Clark County churches find creative ways to help the community during pandemic Churches haven’t been allowed to gather for Sunday services for weeks due to the coronavirus outbreak, but that hasn’t stopped them from finding creative ways to do community outreach. Clark County News Cooped up Clark County clans cope amid coronavirus In the recent pre-pandemic past, the Flach family of Vancouver was always on the go. Life Downtown Camas businesses plan online Gnome and Fairy Gala If you’re looking for a little magic, this week’s Downtown Camas Association’s Virtual Gnome and Fairy Gala might be just the kind of socially distant enchantment you need. Life Development restrictions to be lifted along parts of Evergreen, Grand boulevards A halt on all new development along parts of Evergreen and Grand boulevards will be lifted in an attempt to ease restrictions on small business owners feeling the crush of… Business Latest Headlines Stopping virus a huge challenge at crowded U.S. meat plants 1 min ago LifeFlight transports person who fell near Moulton Falls 21 mins ago Coronavirus deaths in Washington reach 749 2 hours ago White House aiming for Trump pivot from virus to economy 2 hours ago Seahawks release Britt, Fluker as post-draft dominoes start to fall 2 hours ago Oregon Gov. apologizes for delays in unemployment claims 3 hours ago Fear and apprehension in Pacific County, pop. 22,000: ‘If you live in Seattle, stay in Seattle.’ House fire near David Douglas Park displaces two GOP lawmakers in Washington discuss their proposal to reopen sectors of the economy Republican lawmakers in Olympia have drafted a plan that would reopen sectors of the economy. Unlike Democratic Gov. Jay Inslee, they say it is possible… Trending Now Loading... Clark County Fishers protest Washington’s recreational ban Fishers in about a dozen boats gathered on the Columbia River near the Interstate 5 Bridge Saturday morning to protest the state's recreational fishing ban. Business Stopping virus a huge challenge at crowded U.S. meat plants Daily reports of giant meat-processing plants closing because workers tested positive for the coronavirus have called into question whether slaughterhouses can remain virus-free. Northwest Killers, not cuddlers, Seattle feral cats find new lives as mousers in industrial shops The Craigslist posting said, “Rodents in your warehouse, garage, shop? Mouser cats need a home (Seattle region).” LifeFlight transports person who fell near Moulton Falls House fire near David Douglas Park displaces two Larch inmates say close conditions present COVID-19 risk Weather Eye: April will try to provide some showers as it leaves More Clark County News A coronavirus side effect: lots of lawsuits When will Disneyland and other parks reopen? How will they keep visitors safe? Starbucks introducing plant-based food and drinks in China Think things are bad for airlines? It’s about to get worse More Business News Coronavirus deaths in Washington reach 749 Oregon Gov. apologizes for delays in unemployment claims Fear and apprehension in Pacific County, pop. 22,000: ‘If you live in Seattle, stay in Seattle.’ Virus pandemic spurs demand for legumes More Northwest News Good Evening Loading... 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Seahawks release Britt, Fluker as post-draft dominoes start to fall Osprey’s Archeon daypack is versatile Seahawks opt for experience over projects in draft class AP Source: NBA facilities will begin to reopen Friday More Sports News AP-NORC poll: States earn more praise for outbreak response Virus relief pushing U.S. deficits to new heights Biden expands party influence with fundraising deal Development restrictions to be lifted along parts of Evergreen, Grand boulevards More Politics News Vancouver-based Burgerville will lay off 612 workers in Oregon, Washington Clark County councilors Quiring, Medvigy question Inslee order Salmon Creek retail center cleared for takeoff ESD 112 to shutter its private child care program More Editor's Choice Selections Clark County Events Most events in Clark County have been canceled due to coronavirus restrictions. Contact organizers for additional details. Help make a difference. Get involved in the Clark County community. Loading... 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Others worry about getting sick with COVID-19 and not being able to… Life ‘Beastie Boys Story’ a pure celebration of collaboration Now available on Apple TV+, Spike Jonze’s new documentary, “Beastie Boys Story,” is an unconventional rock doc about the trio of merry hip-hop punksters who… Nation / World Virus-fueled conspiracy theories take aim at hospitals The video lasts just 13 seconds and shows nothing more than the view from a car quietly driving past a hospital entrance. But the person… What is herd immunity and ...