The Columbian

Discover the latest evolution at Willful Wine! With a new chef at the helm and an expanded menu, this Vancouver tasting room is transforming old-world charm into a culinary experience that complements its exquisite wines. From black garlic Caesar salad to oxtail arancini, there's something for every food lover and wine connoisseur to savor.

“It was the realization that I only had so much time left with my coaches and teammates and Prairie wrestling,” Tarrant said. “It was really bittersweet for me. Prairie wrestling is more than just a wrestling team; it’s like a big family and I’m leaving my big family.”

“If tariffs increase costs to a point where it forces developers or builders to charge more for the completed housing, and the consumer is not willing to pay that cost, the builders and developers will quickly slow down future construction activity,” said Patrick Ginn, CEO of development company Ginn Group.

Planned Vancouver Station would abut Southeast 18th Street, near the popular German restaurant Gustav’s and Big Al’s entertainment center. The construction is just south of a large property across Southeast 18th Street, which has been planned for a car dealership.

Democrats in the Washington state Senate kicked off the tax debate with a monstrous opening statement, calling for higher property tax collections and new levies on the state’s wealthiest individuals and largest corporations. Via Washington State Standard

A Clark County jury has convicted 27-year-old Yana Cook of first-degree murder in a drive-by shooting that killed Branden Lombardo in 2022. Cook, who is currently held without bail, awaits sentencing on March 27. Cook intends to file an appeal.

Dive into the literary landscape of Southwest Washington, where fiction meets the familiar. From George Orr's haunting dreams in 'The Lathe of Heaven' to Charlotte Drummond's wild adventures in 'Wild Life,' discover how local settings breathe life into the pages of these remarkable stories. Each title captures the essence of our region, highlighting its unique narrative that enriches not just the plot, but also the readers' experience of home.

A bill to cap rent increases is the marquee proposal. Others deal with parking, lot-splitting and premade homes. Via Washington State Standard

Exciting news for aspiring health care professionals! Clark College will launch its first-ever surgical technology program this fall, aiming to equip students with essential skills for thriving in the operating room. With high demand for surgical technologists in Southwest Washington and a starting median salary of more than $60,000, this two-year program opens doors to a rewarding career pathway.

“This provides the governor a very good opportunity to have a reset with the Legislature,” said Lt. Gov. Denny Heck, a Democrat, who has served in the state Legislature and Congress, and was chief of staff to a governor, Booth Gardner. “I hope and trust he’ll do so.” Via Washington State Standard