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June 18, 2026
As summer driving and road construction work increase in the coming weeks, Clark County Public Works, Washington State Department of Transportation, Vancouver Public Works, Washington State Patrol and the Clark County Sheriff’s Office are partnering to remind drivers that work zone safety is everyone’s responsibility. Drivers can expect more work zones throughout the region and should know how to safely navigate them to protect themselves, their passengers, other road users and workers. (Contributed by the Washington State Patrol)

Drivers warned to slow down, stay sober

Local and state agencies are warning Clark County drivers to slow down and stay sober as the summer driving season begins — the deadliest stretch of the year.

June 17, 2026
A youngster caught this nice sockeye in the Brewster Pool while fishing with Brad Wagner of Bobber Down Guide Service. The lower Columbia will open for sockeye starting June 23. (Photos by Brad Wagner)

Summer salmon fishing may be limited

The Columbia River summer salmon and steelhead fisheries are starting, and anglers will be able to target sockeye salmon and summer steelhead this year, but the chances of a fishery for summer chinook are very slim.

June 11, 2026
Richard Xiong arranges a bouquet June 3 at the Xiong Flower Farm booth at the Camas Farmers Market. “We’re so excited, even with the new location,” said Leah Nichelson, the market’s manager and vendor liaison. (Taylor Balkom/The Columbian)

Camas Farmers Market opens season in new location

For the first time in nearly two decades, visitors to the Camas Farmers Market will have to go somewhere new. What they won’t have to search for is the lively mix of local farmers, food vendors, music and community gathering that has made the market one of downtown Camas’ signature events.