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January 1, 2026
Vancouver nonprofit Lifeline Connections provides behavioral health services to 5,000 patients a year. (Amanda Cowan/The Columbian)

Lifeline writes off losses to balance books

A major Vancouver provider of behavioral health services has used accounting measures to balance its books after having trouble getting patients and insurers to pay their bills.

January 1, 2026
According to the National Weather Service, 2026 is a “La Niña” year, which typically means more rainy days. (amanda cowan/The Columbian files)

First 3 months of 2026 likely to be wet

The National Weather Service has made its predictions for the first three months of 2026, estimating a 40-50 percent chance of average levels of precipitation in the Pacific Northwest. Temperatures for the coldest months of the year will remain normal.

December 26, 2025

Camas’ First Friday to feature Clue

The Downtown Camas Association will host a Clue-themed First Friday event from 5 to 8 p.m. Jan. 2. “Many of you love the game Clue, and now is your chance…

December 26, 2025

Washougal reports 2025 accomplishments

The city of Washougal has shared a year-end update on progress made during 2025. Key accomplishments include: Voter approval of the city’s Regional Fire Authority proposal; Construction under way for…

December 26, 2025

City of Washougal launches Strategic Plan dashboard

The dashboard is designed as a transparent reporting and engagement tool, allowing the public to follow how city leadership is implementing the plan’s five priority areas and measuring progress over time, according to a news release.