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October 16, 2025
Washougal’s newest piece of public artwork has been installed on the campanile at Reflection Plaza, as seen Monday morning. The Two Rivers Heritage Sculpture, created by Vancouver artist Sharon Agnor, made of metal and glass, depicts key events from Washougal’s history and displays the city’s location near the confluence of the Washougal and Columbia rivers. (Photos by Amanda Cowan/The Columbian)

Sculpture symbolizes spirit

The campanile at Reflection Plaza in downtown Washougal has a whole new look, designed to celebrate the history and natural beauty of the area and foster a sense of community.

October 16, 2025
Emergency supplies typically found in “go bags” sit on a table Tuesday at Clark Regional Emergency Services. (Taylor Balkom/The Columbian)

Seniors get tools for emergency prep

Older adults face heightened risk in the event of an emergency or natural disaster. The Clark County Commission on Aging wants to mitigate that risk by helping seniors adequately prepare.

October 16, 2025
Big brown bats are among the bat species found in Clark County. (Contributed photo)

Fatal fungus threatens Northwest’s bats

The National Park Service announced in September that the fungus that causes white-nose syndrome in bats was found at San Juan Island National Historical Park in Washington and on bat droppings at Lewis and Clark National Historical Park in Oregon. Both the fungus and the disease, however, have been in Washington for nearly a decade.

October 16, 2025

Gun deaths among teens on rise

Firearm-related deaths are up dramatically among middle- and high school-aged youth, according to a new study led by Washington State University researchers.

October 16, 2025

Charter review candidates share priorities

For the second time since passing a home rule charter that went into effect in 2015, Clark County voters will be tasked with electing 15 charter review commissioners in the November general election.