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What Comes Next? Options after High School for Students with Disabilities

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Anna Houston, described by her mother as a compassionate big sister, struggled through most of her school years. Anna is on the Autism spectrum, and high school proved to be a particularly difficult time. The combination of increased homework expectations and social difficulties kept Anna from graduating on time. Now at age 19, Anna has… Read More

Leveling the Playing Field in Youth Sports

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Community, Education, Health, In Print, Parenting, Print Features, Recreation, Well-being

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Growing up in Ridgefield, Chelsea Adams enjoyed participating in year-round sports and was excited to give her four children the same opportunity. She quickly learned that a lot has changed when it comes to team sports. Now, being part of a team isn’t just about being active, participating in friendly competition, and having fun. It… Read More

Bit of HiStory: The Ghost of Officers Row

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Community, History, In Print

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Almost dead center of Officers Row near Fort Vancouver stands The Grant House, the oldest house on the row, the only home still standing from the original nine built in 1849. It was the commanding officer’s residence and was the home of many distinguished military men. Over the years it served many purposes from officer’s… Read More

Rocksolid Community Teen Center Provides an Enriching After-school Environment for North County Teens

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The north Clark County community has consistently demonstrated its commitment to local area youth, and Rocksolid Community Teen Center in Brush Prairie is no exception. Founded in 2002 by a group of citizens who recognized the need for a safe, engaging, and welcoming place for middle and high school students to go after school, the… Read More

Vancouver Tennis Center Grand Re-opening

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Vancouver Tennis Center (VTC) has been a beloved facility for decades, and now it’s undergone an extreme makeover with new management. Situated on land owned by Vancouver Public Schools (and adjacent to Fort Vancouver High School), and leased to the City of Vancouver who has run the facility for years, the valuable indoor sports center… Read More