News in Ridgefield

Raptors look back on strong 2026 and ahead to 2027 and beyond in Ridgefield
Raptors GM Gus Farah says playoff crowds hit 3,700 over two games, with average attendance topping 1,400 despite weather challenges.

Ridgefield City Council, wildlife refuge, port all respond as waterfront debate continues
Ridgefield's city council formally asked the port for a master plan, traffic, economic, and environmental analyses, and 3D renderings.

League of Women Voters schedules four forums ahead of Nov. 3 election
The League of Women Voters of Clark County has scheduled four candidate forums at libraries in Vancouver, Camas, and Ridgefield ahead of the Nov. 3 general election.

Business profile: Cowlitz Indian Tribe now running the steakhouse at ilani, ‘Sovereign’
Sovereign, the new fine-dining steakhouse at ilani, marks a major milestone in the Cowlitz Indian Tribe's move toward self-operating all restaurants at the casino.

Ridgefield landmark Sportsman’s Public House celebrates 100 years of history and community
Sportsman's Public House in Ridgefield turns 100 on Sept. 25, debuting a new menu and hosting karaoke, vendors, and giveaways.

The Study of Sports Podcast Sept. 17, 2026: The sports enthusiasts talk about the new football schedule in the 4A GSHL, some outdoor volleyball, and more in this episode
Paul Valencia, Tony Liberatore, and Cale Piland discuss the 4A GSHL's new double-matchup football schedule and Camas and Ridgefield volleyball.

Nighttime work on I-5 between Ridgefield and Woodland will replace damaged concrete panels Sept. 14-19
Granite Construction will close right and center lanes nightly on I-5 between mileposts 9.5 and 21.5 through Sept. 19.

Charter Review Commission schedules town hall meetings to discuss proposed amendments on the November ballot
Clark County Charter Review Commission will hold five district town halls to discuss nine proposed ballot amendments.

Jim Quackenbush appointed as Ridgefield’s next police chief
Quackenbush brings 27 years of law enforcement experience, from Portland patrol officer to Washougal Operations Captain.