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Clark County

May 21, 2026
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Vaping increased among Clark County 10th graders, according to Washington’s new Healthy Youth Survey.

Healthy Youth Survey shows local progress

Students in Clark County reported lower rates of depression and suicidal feelings compared with recent years, according to the Washington State Department of Health’s latest “Healthy Youth Survey.”

May 21, 2026
The Oregon Zoo released 22 northwestern pond turtles along the Columbia River Gorge this week. The zoo has been working with the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife and other partners to catch, grow and release the endangered turtles in hopes of increasing their chances for survival in the wild. (The Columbian files)

Endangered turtles get a boost

With the help of volunteers and wildlife officials, the Oregon Zoo returned 22 endangered northwestern pond turtles to the Columbia River Gorge this week.

May 21, 2026
Lt. Col. John Scott, at podium, leads an oath of enlistment for military recruits April 22 during an event for future military service members at Skyview High School. About 90 high-schoolers were celebrated for enlisting in the military. (Taylor Balkom/The Columbian)

Clark County bucks military trend

Last month, about 90 high-schoolers from across Clark County raised their right hands and took an oath to serve the United States.