Podcasts about Clark County

Short-term rentals (or STRs) like Airbnbs have been a hot topic in the local headlines over the last few years. We talked with two STR owners back in 2023 when they first challenged the County's regulations, but since then, they've taken the County to court, including hearings in front of the Nevada Supreme Court. So where does it all stand now? Are STRs legal in Clark County, and what kinds of regulations would actually make sense for our neighborhoods? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler discuss. Please see below for tomorrow's sponsor show notes: Learn more about the sponsors of this August 25th episode: Woven Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Stolen Voices of Dole Valley is a haunting investigative podcast series from Pie in the Sky Media, KSL Podcasts and Lemonada, hosted by Carolyn Ossorio. With immersive storytelling, archival tape, and survivor interviews, the show revisits one of the darkest, most under-reported serial predator cases in the Pacific Northwest. The series begins in the early 1970s, when 16-year-old Jamie Grissim vanishes from her foster home in Vancouver, Washington. She would become the first suspected victim in a string of disappearances and murders stretching across rural Clark County. But for years, the cases remained unconnected—dismissed as runaways, forgotten in filing cabinets, or ignored altogether. At the center of this story is Norma Jean Countryman, a 15-year-old girl who escaped her abductor by chewing through the ropes that bound her. Her account, dismissed by police at the time, holds the key to understanding the scale and method of a predator hiding in plain sight… Through meticulous reporting and the raw testimony of survivors and family members, Stolen Voices of Dole Valley brings long-buried stories to light. From a body in a silo mistaken for D.B. Cooper to a grieving sister who becomes a tireless advocate, each episode builds toward justice —and reckoning. Over 50 years after the first disappearance, this series uncovers systemic failures, cultural blind spots, and the fierce resilience of those left behind. In a community desperate for closure, these voices—once ignored—finally speak for themselves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ralph welcomes Ben Cohen (anti-war activist and ice cream entrepreneur) to discuss his new campaign, "Up in Arms," which advocates for a common-sense Pentagon budget. Then, Ralph speaks to Guardian columnist Arwa Mahdawi about her recent piece: "When will we finally admit: the Gaza death toll is higher than we've been told."Ben Cohen is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and longtime anti-war activist. He is a co-founder of the ice cream company Ben & Jerry's and a prominent supporter of progressive causes. He is co-founder of Up In Arms, a public education and advocacy campaign pushing for a common-sense approach to military budgeting. In May of this year, Ben was arrested by Capitol Police after he interrupted Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s testimony by screaming,”Congress kills poor kids in Gaza by buying bombs and pays for it by kicking kids off Medicaid.”We're up in arms because the government has taken the kindness, the heart, the soul of the American people and essentially replaced it with so many bombs that there's no rational use for them. They've turned us all into mass murderers.Ben CohenYou know, politicians starting from Reagan are fond of saying “a nuclear war cannot be won and must never be fought.” And then they turn around and spend $100 billion a year on a nuclear arsenal that's capable of blowing up the entire world several times over. So they say one thing and they do another. I mean, a nuclear arsenal capable of blowing up the entire world several times over? That's not deterrence. That's delusion.Ben CohenI just go back to the moral issue of our time, which is Gaza—two-thirds of the American people don't support continuing to arm Israel. And we need to make our politicians pay the price for continuing to arm Israel… We have a midterm election coming up. If your guy voted to continue to essentially facilitate the genocide, vote them out.Ben CohenWhen you have more money than is needed, you tend to invite corruption, cost overruns, machinery that doesn't work, and I would advise that you look into why the GAO and the Pentagon auditors are being asked to do fewer audits of the military budget. Because there's almost a direct correlation between throwing money at a government program (especially at that scale) and corruption. And corruption is understandable to everybody. It's the number one political issue all over the world, when the pollsters poll.Ralph NaderArwa Mahdawi is a columnist for the Guardian and author of Strong Female Lead: Lessons from Women in Power. Here is her recent piece on the genocide in Gaza: “When will we finally admit: the Gaza death toll is higher than we've been told” (The Guardian, August 8, 2025)To be fair, the New York Times, Washington Post, and Wall Street Journal have published some pretty devastating reports from their reporters in that area. They've put out some devastating features on what's going on [in Gaza], but it doesn't translate into editorial denunciation by these papers. And it doesn't translate into taking the next step and doing what they would do in other conflicts around the world where there isn't so much prejudice and domestic pressureRalph NaderI'm an opinion writer, but as journalists, you're always supposed to report facts. And the fact is: we have absolutely no idea how many people are dead in the Gaza Strip. But there are plenty of studies (which I reference in the article—one Lancet peer-reviewed study, one letter to the Lancet by a highly-respected scientist, one empirical study by Michael Spagat) which show that the death count is a lot higher. So I truly believe that unless you're saying “the official figure from the Ministry of Health is around 60,000 but studies show it is probably much higher,” then that's just journalistic malpractice.Arwa MahdawiI think there's just this instinct to believe that Palestinians are lying and Israelis are telling the truth. And it also goes back to…this isn't just Israel's war, this is America's war as well. And this desire to see America as the good guys—we're the good guys, the Palestinians are the bad guys. And to have this black-and-white narrative where, obviously, we're the good guys, you know, and so if the Palestinian narrative casts doubt on that, then it must be wrong.Arwa MahdawiI always suggest that people write to the media outlets and say that they want to see more Palestinian narratives, they want the media outlets to voice their concern that foreign reporters are not being let in, that more aid workers are not being let in, that pictures are not coming out.Arwa MahdawiThere are very few pictures coming out of the scale of this destruction in Gaza, but when you see the ones that do come out, it is very, very obvious that there are more than 60,000 people dead.But there seems to be this lack of curiosity with some of my peers. Why aren't they asking, “Why aren't we seeing more pictures?” There should be nonstop outrage that their press freedom is being stifled like this and so many Palestinian journalists are being slaughtered.Arwa MahdawiNews 8/22/25* Last Thursday, during an event in her Masscusetts congressional district, Congresswoman Katherine Clark – who holds the position of House Minority Whip, making her the number two Democrat in the House – called Israel's campaign in Gaza a “genocide,” per Axios. According to Zeteo, this makes Clark the 14th member of Congress to use the “g word.” Lest she be accused of bravery however, Clark quickly walked back her comments. In a statement to the Jewish News Syndicate, Clark said “last week, while attending an event in my district, I repeated the word ‘genocide' in response to a question…I want to be clear that I am not accusing Israel of genocide.” This incident illustrates the cross-cutting pressures facing Democratic Party leaders. This divide will be on the agenda again at the DNC meeting on August 26th, where among other issues, party leaders will vote on competing resolutions to lay out the Democrats' position on Gaza. Allison Minnerly, the progressive DNC delegate sponsoring the resolution to end arms shipments to Israel, is quoted saying “Our voters…are saying that they do not want U.S. dollars to enable further death and starvation anywhere across the world, particularly in Gaza…I don't think it should be a hard decision for us to say that clearly,” per the Intercept.* Even as Democrats wrestle with their position on Gaza, the politics are clearly shifting. The Reject AIPAC coalition has released a new statement saying that among Democrats, AIPAC is now a “toxic pariah.” As evidence of this, Reject AIPAC cites the fact that only 14 House Democrats attended the AIPAC-sponsored Israel trip this year. According to Mondoweiss, “In 2023, the lobbying group brought 24 House Dems to Israel over recess. In 2019, over 40 attended.” Reject AIPAC also cites the fact that Reps. Valerie Foushee and Maxine Dexter, both recipients of millions of AIPAC dollars, voted to block arms to Israel and Foushee is even now rejecting AIPAC money. As these small victories mount, the horizon of possibility for movement within the party grows ever wider.* Last week, Tom Artiom Alexandrovich – a senior department head in Israel's National Cyber Directorate – was arrested in a “multi-agency operation targeting child sex predators,” in Clark County, Nevada according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. According to Reuters, “Alexandrovich faces a felony charge of luring or attempting to lure a child or mentally ill person to commit a sex act ‘with use of computer technology.'” Yet, inexplicably, Alexandrovich was released by U.S. authorities and is back in Israel. This set off a firestorm in the U.S., with many accusing the Trump administration of facilitating Alexandrovich's release. The State Department was forced to issue a statement denying these claims, stating that Alexandrovich "did not claim diplomatic immunity and was released by a state judge…Any claims that the U.S. government intervened are false." The AP adds that the “Israeli Embassy in Washington and the Israeli Prime Minister's Office did not immediately return messages.” Disturbingly, the mainstream media seems to be purposely ignoring this case. While it has been covered by the Guardian, the Times of Israel, and Haaretz, there has been zero coverage in the New York Times or Washington Post, or ABC, NBC, or CBS. This media blackout adds fuel to the speculation that this case is being tamped down by the administration for political reasons.* Another troubling story regarding minors on the internet comes to us from Mark Zuckerberg's Meta AI. According to Reuters, internal documents from Meta Platforms detail “policies on chatbot behavior…[permitting] the company's artificial intelligence creations to ‘engage a child in conversations that are romantic or sensual,' generate false medical information and help users argue that Black people are ‘dumber than white people.'” Former Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan called these reports “disturbing” and cited a legal complaint filed by the FTC to the Justice Department against Snap in January, under her leadership, “charging that [Snap's] AI chatbot was creating risks and harms for young users.” Khan noted that the “DOJ hasn't filed the case or taken any steps to protect these kids,” and demanded that “Any lawmaker concerned about big tech's abuse of kids should ask what is going on.” The administration's lack of action on these issues indicates that despite their rhetorical inveighing against the tech industry, they are treating SIlicon Valley with the same kid gloves they use for the rest of corporate America, even when it affects minors.* In more positive news from abroad, the Washington Post reports that between 2022 and 2024, Mexico lifted a stunning 8.3 million residents out of poverty. This 18% drop in poverty includes a 23% decrease in extreme poverty and a 16% drop in moderate poverty. According to experts, this remarkable achievement is the result of the policies of former President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, or AMLO, and his successor Claudia Sheinbaum, such as tripling the minimum wage and instituting a raft of social programs to aid “senior citizens, unemployed youth, students, farmers and people with disabilities.” President Sheinbaum is now plowing ahead with a new project – producing a “small, 100% electric, accessible [EV],” called the “Olinia,” to be fully manufactured and assembled in Mexico, per Mexico News Daily.* Turning to domestic politics, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik finally showed up in her district on Monday after an extended period of avoiding public appearances. At a ceremony honoring a late Clinton County clerk in Plattsburgh, Stefanik was drowned out by cries of “‘You sold us out!', ‘Shame!', and ‘Unseal the Epstein files!', along with a “steady stream of boos,” according to the Daily Beast. Stefanik “left the podium after speaking for less than a minute,” and when she returned, she was booed again. Stefanik's chronic absence and chilly reception is a bad sign for her gubernatorial aspirations. In the months since she has held a town hall, her constituents held a mock town hall where they addressed an empty chair, per WRGB, and New York Democrats AOC and Paul Tonko held town halls in her district, per the Albany Times-Union.* In more political news from New York, disgraced former Governor Andrew Cuomo is explicitly seeking to woo New York Republicans in his independent bid for Mayor of New York City. POLITICO reports that at a fundraiser at media mogul Jimmy Finkelstein's Southampton estate, Cuomo told the crowd that he agrees with President Trump that the “goal is to stop Mamdani.” To this end, he is trying to convince Republicans that they would be “wasting [their] vote on [Curtis] Sliwa,” the Republican nominee for Mayor, “because he'll never be a serious candidate.” Cuomo also implied that he is open to an alliance with Trump, telling the crowd “Let's put it this way: I knew the president very well.” Dora Pekec, a spokesperson for the Zohran campaign, is quoted saying “Since he's too afraid to say it to New Yorkers' faces, we'll make it clear: Andrew Cuomo IS Donald Trump's choice for mayor.”* In Texas, state Democrats have returned to the state, ending their attempt to defeat Governor Abbott's mid-decade redistricting scheme by denying the legislature a quorum. In a statement Gene Wu, chairman of the Texas House Democratic Caucus, said "We killed the corrupt special session, withstood unprecedented surveillance and intimidation, and rallied Democrats nationwide to join this existential fight for fair representation — reshaping the entire 2026 landscape," per the BBC. The legislature is now expected to approve the redrawn congressional maps; the state Democrats plan to continue fighting them in the courts. California has vowed to redraw their own maps to compensate for the expected loss of five Democrat-held seats in Texas. New York, New Jersey, New Hampshire and Maryland are also considering their own redistricting plans. Vice President JD Vance was deployed to Indiana to pressure Republicans in that state to redraw their maps to favor Republicans as well, per the IndyStar. It is a sad state of affairs that American politics has been reduced to such naked power grabbing plots, but here we are.* In local news, the federal occupation of Washington, D.C. continues to deepen. CBS reports the governors of at least six Republican-led states are sending contingents from their National Guards to the capital. These include Mississippi and Louisiana, West Virginia, South Carolina, Ohio and Tennessee. Just what these troops will do in Washington remains unclear. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, who is sending 160 troops, cited “monument security” and “traffic control” among their official responsibilities. The federal agents on the ground, with little to do – the DOJ itself reports as violent crime is at a 30-year low in the District – seem to be mostly just harassing residents. The Daily Beast reports ICE tore down a banner and replaced it with a dildo. A local, Amanda Moore, posted a photo of 15 federal agents calling an ambulance for a drunk girl in Dupont Circle. And, while the Lever reports D.C. corporate lobbyists pushed for the occupation, it is wreaking havoc on local businesses; Rolling Stone reports reservations at D.C. restaurants are down between 25 and 31%, to take just one example. We can only hope that this pointless, destructive farce of quasi-fascistic political theater ends sooner rather than later.* Finally, investigative reporter and Iraq war veteran Seth Harp is out with a new book – The Fort Bragg Cartel: Drug Trafficking and Murder in the Special Forces – which details the double murder of Master Sergeant Billy Lavigne and Chief Warrant Officer Timothy Dumas, along with the “many more unexplained deaths…other murders connected to drug trafficking in elite units, and dozens of fatal overdoses,” at Fort Bragg in North Carolina. Among other remarkable discoveries, Harp “describes a U.S. special forces k9 [unit] that was given titanium dentures and encouraged to feast on human brains in the field,” in the words of publisher and producer Chris Wade. Remember these titanium dentures whenever you hear that there is no money to pay for critical social programs. The money is there. The political will is not.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

NAKED and ARMED in Clark County; Ohio is the 15th Most Fun State; Text Scam about Grilled VEGGIES; Tasty Tuesday sponsored by ROOSTERS; Meatloaf sandwich at All-The-Best Delicatessen; The biting trend continues; Accident prone doggies; Ohio Man Ohio Mayor Charged; Tattoo Fest in Dayton;

In this episode of Hort Culture, the team welcomes Powell County Extension Agent Jason Vaughn to dive deep into the evolving culture of American lawns—from golf courses to backyards.Jason shares his journey from mowing lawns in Clark County to managing some of the most prestigious golf courses in the U.S. The conversation explores the “business in the front, party in the back”approach to lawn care, affectionately dubbed the "mullet lawn philosophy."Listeners will learn about: The real reason raising your mower height is a game changer Why fall is the best season for weed control Common lawn myths (including the overuse of lime) The case for wild blackberries over cultivated ones How home lawn care differs from professional turf management And why sometimes, the lawn is worth keeping—especially for play, aesthetics, or just zoning out with a mowerFrom clover-friendly backyards to the newest trends in golf course design (think wild, low-input fescues), this episode blends practical advice with personal stories and humor. Whether you're a lawn purist or a prairie convert, there's something here to help you rethink your green space.Tips and Recommendations for Maintaining Home LawnsTurf Care Calendar for Cool-Season Lawns in KentuckyTurfgrass Science University of KentuckyQuestions/Comments/Feedback/Suggestions for Topics: hortculturepodcast@gmail.comCheck us out on Instagram!

The final day of the Clark County Fair brings the Budweiser Clydesdales parade, Monster Truck shows, Ice Age Adventures, contests, live entertainment, and carnival rides until 10 p.m. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/whats-happening-at-the-clark-county-fair-on-sunday-aug-10/ #ClarkCountyFair #Ridgefield #BudweiserClydesdales #MonsterTrucks #IceAgeAdventures #CurlyTheCamel #PiratesParrot #BarnyardRacing #PieEatingContest #ClarkCountyWA

Anna Miller examines the push for Vancouver's annexation, outlining potential tax benefits, zoning control, grant opportunities, and political influence. While supporters see strategic growth, she remains wary and prefers Clark County Council oversight. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-ill-take-my-chances-with-the-clark-county-council-over-the-city-of-vancouver/ #Opinion #LetterToTheEditor #ClarkCounty #Annexation #VancouverWA #AnnaMiller #ClarkCountyCouncil #CityExpansion #ZoningControl #GrantFunding

The final Saturday of the Clark County Fair packs in Tuff Trucks, a cheeseburger eating contest, team sorting, Ice Age Adventures, Monster Truck rides, and more. Gates open at 10 a.m., with extended hours until 11 p.m. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/whats-happening-at-the-clark-county-fair-on-saturday-aug-9/ #ClarkCountyFair #Ridgefield #TuffTrucks #CheeseburgerEatingContest #MonsterTrucks #IceAgeAdventures #CurlyTheCamel #PiratesParrot #BarnyardRacing #ClarkCountyWA

The Budweiser Clydesdales brought spectacle and purpose to the Clark County Fair. With fans lining up for photos and parades, the horses also helped spotlight Folds of Honor — a scholarship nonprofit for military and first responder families. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/budweiser-clydesdales-bring-magic-to-clark-county-fair-and-awareness-to-folds-of-honor/ #BudweiserClydesdales #FoldsOfHonor #ClarkCountyFair #RidgefieldWA #BeavertonOR #VancouverWA #FirstResponders #MilitaryFamilies #Scholarships

This week's poll asks Clark County residents to weigh in on Vancouver's proposed annexation plans. With financial strain and community resistance, leaders are urging caution. Share your view now. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-do-you-support-vancouver-expanding-its-city-limits-through-annexation/ #Vancouver #Annexation #ClarkCounty #WeeklyPoll #CityLimits #PublicInput #BudgetCrisis #UrbanPlanning #Opinion

A former Wynn cocktail waitress takes a reduced award in FMLA case, Clark County finds measles virus in wastewater, Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband dies just after she postpones Las Vegas dates and more on 7@7.

“If you're not being challenged, if you dread Monday mornings, or if leadership just doesn't get it, that might be your sign. It's time to go.”In this no-holds-barred episode of The Fleet Success Show, host Marc Canton sits down with fleet industry legends Steve Saltzgiver and Scott Rood to unpack one of the toughest decisions a fleet professional faces: When is it time to leave your organization?Pulling from decades of personal experience in government fleet management, military service, and private sector consulting, the trio dives deep into the emotional and professional triggers that signal it's time to move on. From toxic leadership and stagnating career growth to missed training opportunities and the importance of networking at fleet conferences, nothing is off-limits.Expect wisdom, laughter, and a few hard truths from three guys who've seen it all, and left when it mattered most. Key Takeaways:Leadership Matters: If trust or belief in leadership is gone, it might be time to move on.The Dread Factor: Dreading Monday mornings? That's a red flag.The Growth Ceiling: If there's no more challenge or path forward, consider the next step.Training is Non-Negotiable: If your organization won't invest in your professional development, that's a problem.Don't Burn Bridges: The fleet world is smaller than you think — leave gracefully.Networking Is Career Fuel: Conferences aren't just education — they're lifelines to your next opportunity.Marc CantonFleet data guru with nearly 30 years in the industry. Formerly led fleet operations at Fordham University and across the New York region. Now a sought-after consultant and host of The Fleet Success Show.Steve SaltzgiverFleet Hall of Famer and industry icon. Former Fleet Director for the States of Utah and Georgia. VP roles at Koch and Republic Services. Now a NAFA Fellow and dedicated fleet mentor.Scott RoodVeteran of the U.S. Air Force and long-time public sector fleet leader. Formerly led fleets for Washington State and Clark County. Current NAFA Education Committee member and passionate advocate for technician training.

City and county councilors Bart Hansen and Michelle Belkot offer early takes on Vancouver's proposed annexations of unincorporated Clark County. The smallest proposal could add 1,700 residents; the largest, over 170,000. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/two-councilors-share-their-initial-views-on-annexation-proposals/ #VancouverWA #Annexation #ClarkCounty #CityCouncil #MichelleBelkot #BartHansen #UrbanGrowthArea #CompleteStreets

Friday at the Clark County Fair is packed with action, featuring Tuff Trucks, donuts, pirate parrots, camels, and K-9 demos. The weekend kickoff includes a full day of fun and a chance to win some prizes. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/whats-happening-at-the-clark-county-fair-on-friday-aug-8/ #ClarkCountyFair #TuffTrucks #DonutEatingContest #Carnival #Ridgefield #FamilyFun #PaulValencia #K9Demo

The Budweiser Clydesdales take center stage at the Clark County Fair this Thursday, parading in support of Folds of Honor. Expect big crowds, UTV races, monster truck rides, and more throughout the day. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/whats-happening-at-the-clark-county-fair-on-thursday-aug-7/ #ClarkCountyFair #Clydesdales #FoldsOfHonor #RidgefieldWA #Motorsports #MilitaryAppreciation #FamilyFun #MonsterTrucks

Wednesday at the Clark County Fair means motorsports are back with two Demolition Derby shows, plus it's Senior Day and the Budweiser Clydesdales are on display. Also on deck: K-9 demos, carnival rides, and more. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/whats-happening-at-the-clark-county-fair-on-wednesday-aug-6/ #ClarkCountyFair #DemolitionDerby #SeniorDay #BudweiserClydesdales #MonsterTrucks #K9Demo #CarnivalRides #RidgefieldWA #ClarkCountyEvents

Peter and Lisa Noah bring the Dragon Rescue Society to the Clark County Fair, inviting families to become heroes in a hands-on quest to rescue baby dragons. It's more than just a booth — it's an interactive, story-driven experience full of magic, memory, and meaning. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/business-profile-dragon-rescue-society-in-search-of-heroes-at-the-clark-county-fair/ #ClarkCountyFair #DragonRescue #FamilyFun #VancouverWA #PeterNoah #LisaNoah #ButterflyAdventures #VendorSpotlight #BabyDragons #PacificNW

Military Appreciation Day at the Clark County Fair brings discounts for service members and a full schedule of entertainment — from Mutton Bustin' and bull riding to daily appearances by Curly the camel and possibly even the Budweiser Clydesdales. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/whats-happening-at-the-clark-county-fair-on-tuesday-aug-5/ #ClarkCountyFair #MilitaryAppreciationDay #BudweiserClydesdales #MuttonBustin #BullRiding #CurlyTheCamel #FamilyEvents #RidgefieldWA #AllCreaturesRacing #PacificNorthwest

A major Clark County intersection at NE 179th St. and NE 29th Ave. will undergo two years of roundabout construction starting late August. Residents can attend a public meeting Aug. 12 to learn more. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/two-year-construction-of-a-roundabout-at-northeast-179th-street-and-northeast-29th-avenue-begins-in-late-august/ #ClarkCounty #RoundaboutConstruction #TrafficUpdate #PublicWorks #DetourInfo #VancouverWA #CommunityMeeting #Infrastructure #NE179th

Day 4 of the Clark County Fair features fan-favorite events like bull riding and mutton bustin', plus a K-9 demo, pirate parrot shows, Ice Age Adventures, and more. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/whats-happening-at-the-clark-county-fair-on-monday-aug-4/ #ClarkCountyFair #BullRiding #MuttonBustin #RidgefieldWA #CommunityEvents #K9Demo #FamilyFun #FairSchedule #AllAges #Dogtown

Drivers using SR 14 in Clark County should plan for delays as WSDOT begins sealing work on three local bridges Aug. 4–7 to prevent weather-related surface damage. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/bridge-work-coming-to-sr-14-in-clark-county-aug-4-7/ #WSDOT #ClarkCounty #SR14 #BridgeMaintenance #LaneClosures #Roadwork #TravelAdvisory #EvergreenBridge

Kansas takes the stage Sunday at the Clark County Fair, closing out this year's concert lineup. The fair also celebrated a third year of partnership with Fred Meyer supporting the Clark County Food Bank. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/whats-happening-at-the-clark-county-fair-on-sunday-aug-3/ #ClarkCountyFair #KansasBand #FoodDonation #FredMeyer #ClarkCountyFoodBank #ConcertNight #DiaperDerby #UpliftingNews

An 18-year-old died at the scene of a single-vehicle crash on NE Reilly Rd. in Clark County. The 19-year-old driver was hospitalized. The Clark County Sheriff's Office is investigating. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/18-year-old-passenger-dies-at-scene-of-single-vehicle-collision/ #ClarkCounty #TrafficHomicide #FatalCrash #SheriffsOffice #PeaceHealth #VehicleCollision #PublicSafety

Clark County is accepting applications for four open seats on its Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee. Residents with experience in active transportation are encouraged to apply by Aug. 31. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/county-seeks-volunteers-to-serve-on-the-bicycle-and-pedestrian-advisory-committee/ #ClarkCounty #BicyclePlanning #PedestrianSafety #AdvisoryBoard #ActiveTransportation #PublicService #VolunteerOpportunity #CCTnews

George Thorogood and the Destroyers return to the Clark County Fair for a Saturday night concert sure to draw a crowd. From watermelon eating to fiddle championships and more, the day is packed with music, contests, and family fun. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/whats-happening-at-the-clark-county-fair-on-saturday-aug-2/ #ClarkCountyFair #GeorgeThorogood #RidgefieldWA #LiveMusic #SummerEvents #ConcertNight #FairSchedule #FamilyFun

From sweets to slides, cows to camels, and blacksmiths to baby dragons — the Clark County Fair opened with energy and charm. Paul Valencia takes readers on a detailed three-hour tour of opening day, spotlighting rides, animals, exhibits, and longtime community members who make the fair a summer staple. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/a-tour-of-the-fairgrounds-at-opening-day-of-the-clark-county-fair/ #ClarkCountyFair #RidgefieldWA #FairLife #CarnivalTime #CommunityEvents #FamilyFun #Dogtown #SweetSpot #LivestockExhibits

C-TRAN renews its long-time partnership with the Clark County Fair by offering free shuttle service from eight locations across the county. Riders skip the parking hassle, save money, and get dropped off at the main gate. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/c-tran-maintains-partnership-with-clark-county-fair-for-free-shuttle-service/ #ClarkCountyFair #CTRAN #ShuttleService #Ridgefield #FamilyFun #BrothersOsborne #CommunityEvent #Transportation #FreeRide #ClarkCounty

The Clark County Fair kicks off Aug. 1 with concerts, rodeos, carnival rides, farm animals, and the Budweiser Clydesdales — offering 10 days of family fun in Ridgefield. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/clark-county-fair-to-provide-10-best-days-of-summer-starting-friday-aug-1/ #ClarkCountyFair #RidgefieldWA #SummerFun #BudweiserClydesdales #ConcertSeries #MuttonBustin #IceAgeAdventures #CarnivalRides #CountyFair2025

Battle Ground Senior Citizens and Home Instead teamed up for a Christmas in July donation drive, collecting thousands of essentials and cookies for the Clark County Veterans Assistance Center. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/battle-ground-senior-citizens-home-instead-team-up-to-help-clark-county-veterans-assistance-center/ #BattleGroundWA #VancouverWA #VeteransSupport #DonationDrive #CommunityCare #HomeInstead #SeniorCitizens #Walmart #GirlScouts

Drivers near Ridgefield should expect closures and delays July 31 as WSDOT installs a wrong-way detection system on the I-5 off-ramp to 179th Street. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/plan-ahead-for-nighttime-ramp-closure-on-i-5-in-clark-county-july-31/ #WSDOT #I5Closure #ClarkCountyTraffic #RidgefieldWA #RoadSafety #TransportationAlert #179thStreet #WrongWayDetection

The Clark County Republican Party has unanimously opposed Philip Johnson's city council candidacy, accusing him of attacking fellow Republicans and violating party unity. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-county-republican-party-unanimously-opposes-philip-johnsons-candidacy-for-battle-ground-city-council/ #ClarkCountyPolitics #CCRP #PhilipJohnson #BattleGroundWA #ConservativeValues #RepublicanUnity #CityCouncilRace #MatthewBumala

In a letter to the editor, Kim Hamlik advocates for expanding pedestrian and bicycle trails throughout Clark County. She emphasizes the health benefits, safety improvements, and equitable access such infrastructure can bring. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-clark-county-must-prioritize-the-expansion-of-pedestrian-and-bicycle-trails-to-promote-the-health-and-well-being-of-its-residents/ #Opinion #ClarkCounty #ActiveLiving #BikeTrails #PedestrianSafety #KimHamlik #ADACompliance #InfrastructureMatters #MentalHealth

Clark County, Metro weigh options as Southern Nevada's unhoused population continues to grow.

Nominations are open for Clark County's 6th annual Silver Citizen Award, which honors residents 60 and older for exceptional community service. Forms are due by Aug. 29 at clark.wa.gov/aging. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/call-for-nominations-commission-on-agings-6th-annual-silver-citizen-award/ #SilverCitizenAward #ClarkCounty #CommunityService #OlderAdults #Volunteerism #CommissionOnAging

Expect delays on northbound I-205 in Vancouver July 28–29 as WSDOT closes the NE Padden Parkway on-ramp for brush and tree clearing work. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/expect-delays-on-i-205-in-clark-county-july-28-29/ #I205 #ClarkCountyTraffic #RoadClosures #WSDOT #VancouverWA #HighwayMaintenance #TreeClearing #TransportationUpdate

Clark County is seeking applicants to fill two upcoming District Court vacancies. Judges Sonya Langsdorf and Kelli E. Osler are set to retire later this year. Applications are due by Aug. 8. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/county-seeks-applicants-to-fill-two-open-district-court-seats/ #ClarkCounty #DistrictCourt #JudicialVacancy #LegalAppointments #JudgeRetirement #CountyCouncil #WashingtonLaw

Clark County Today editor Ken Vance spotlights Rob Anderson's message urging voter engagement in the Charter Review Commission election. Anderson outlines priorities like public safety, tax restraint, and transparency while warning about past amendments and nonpartisan labeling. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-reform-clark-county-founder-encourages-voters-to-get-engaged-in-charter-review-commission-voting/ #ClarkCounty #RobAnderson #CharterReview #PublicSafety #TaxPolicy #RankedChoiceVoting #VoterEngagement #Opinion

Clark County is seeking applicants for four open seats on its Parks Advisory Board. Members advise on parks planning and development. Applications are due Sept. 1. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/county-seeks-applicants-for-parks-advisory-board-3/ #ClarkCounty #ParksAdvisoryBoard #PublicParks #CommunityEngagement #VolunteerOpportunity #BoardService #EquityAndInclusion #ParksPlanning

Expect overnight delays on southbound I-205 near Northeast Fourth Plain Blvd on July 21 as WSDOT crews perform traffic sensor repairs. The work runs from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. with lane closures and posted detours. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/expect-overnight-delays-on-i-205-in-clark-county-for-utility-work-july-21/ #I205 #VancouverWA #TrafficAlert #WSDOT #Roadwork #ClarkCounty #July21 #TransportationUpdate #UtilityWork

Expect delays on SR 503 near Amboy from July 21–24 as WSDOT crews clear brush and danger trees. Flaggers will alternate traffic in a single lane daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/expect-delays-on-sr-503-in-clark-county-july-21-24/ #AmboyWA #SR503 #WSDOT #ClarkCounty #RoadWork #TrafficDelay #TreeRemoval #JulyRoadwork

A special filing period from Aug. 5–7 will be held for three Clark County offices that received no candidates during the May filing window. There are no filing fees and all qualified voters in the respective districts may apply. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/auditor-to-hold-special-three-day-filing-period-for-three-elected-offices-with-no-candidates/ #ClarkCounty #Elections #FilingPeriod #Yacolt #Hockinson #EastCounty #LocalPolitics #GeneralElection #CandidateFiling #ClarkVotes

Anna Miller compares Clark County's light rail ambitions to California's high-speed rail debacle, calling it a “debt bomb” and urging residents to resist local expansion. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-light-rail-is-a-debt-bomb-that-just-keeps-going-off/ #Opinion #ClarkCountyTransit #LightRail #DebtCrisis #CamasVoice #AnnaMiller #CTRAN #Boondoggle #CaliforniaRail #PublicSpending

Tomorrow, the Las Vegas City Council will consider a bill that puts new restrictions on e-bikes and e-scooters, including a ban along the Fremont Street Experience — echoing recent measures by Henderson and Clark County (which banned the devices from the Strip). This comes as deaths on e-bikes and e-scooters have doubled this year. Las Vegas Weekly staff writer Tyler Schneider joins co-host Sarah Lohman to talk about why the devices are getting deadlier, and what solutions are out there. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CLOSING DAYS OF THE WORLD SERIES OF POKER FOR $10 MILLION FIRST PRIZE IN LAS VEGAS: 2/4: Seven Games: A Human History, by Oliver Roeder. https://www.amazon.com/Seven-Games-History-Oliver-Roeder/dp/1324003774 Checkers, backgammon, chess, and go. Poker, Scrabble, and bridge. These seven games, ancient and modern, fascinate millions of people worldwide. In Seven Games, Oliver Roeder charts their origins and historical importance, the delightful arcana of their rules, and the ways their design makes them pleasing. Roeder introduces thrilling competitors, such as the evangelical minister Marion Tinsley, who across forty years lost only three games of checkers; Shusai, the Master, the last gochampion of imperial Japan, defending tradition against “modern rationalism.” and an IBM engineer who created a backgammon program so capable at self-learning that NASA used it on the space shuttle. He delves into the history and lore of each game: backgammon boards in ancient Egypt, the Indian origins of chess, how certain shells from a particular beach in Japan make the finest white gostones. Beyond the cultural and personal stories, Roeder explores why games, seemingly trivial pastimes, speak so deeply to the human soul. He introduces an early philosopher of games, the aptly named Bernard Suits, and visits an Oxford cosmologist who has perfected a computer that can effectively play bridge, a game as complicated as human language, itself. 1910 CLARK COUNTY