Subscribe Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our user agreement (KATU) — The Battle Ground School District is facing millions of dollars in budget cuts The school board voted to approve staffing cuts at its meeting Monday as it looks to make up for $20 million next school year A levy failed during last week's special election The reluctant vote came after dozens of students from elementary to high school testified in support of school programs that could be impacted It offers educational support for high-achieving students told voters he wanted them to know this levy failure was a self-inflicted wound "Losing this levy is devastating to all of us “It is the single biggest disappointment of my 38-year professional career." He also blamed the divisive political climate The latest budget update was the worst-case scenario It could change depending on the legislative session it includes 170 full-time and 30 part-time positions The Silver Alert for Ethan Flynn has been canceled The Tippecanoe County Sheriff’s Office said on social media has been found safe INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Tippecanoe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the disappearance of Ethan Flynn a 23-year-old white male who is 5 feet 10 inches tall which is 62 miles northwest of Indianapolis He is believed to be in extreme danger and may require medical assistance.  If you have any information on Ethan Flynn contact the Tippecanoe County Sheriff’s Office at 765-423-9321 or 911 Washington is one of the most exciting states to call home in 2025 From its towering mountain ranges and abundant national parks to its tax-friendly policies like no state income tax it offers financial relief and stunning natural surroundings Sports fans and coffee lovers will also feel right at home thanks to the state's professional teams and café culture With a strong job market and access to top-rated amenities the Evergreen State offers a well-rounded lifestyle The nine cities on this list were chosen for their balance of affordability, safety, recreational access, and overall quality of life. Whether it is Battle Ground, a peaceful town with quick access to Portland and forested state parks, or Port Angeles, a coastal gem near Olympic National Park, Washington has the perfect spot to fit every lifestyle Battle Ground is an odd name, but a great town with a strong sense of community and nearby big city amenities in Vancouver and Portland Amenities include being located 30 minutes from an international airport in Portland a relatively short commute to work within either city while still enjoying the quiet of Battle Ground’s natural surroundings Battle Ground residents enjoy the optimal location between the Pacific Coast and the Cascade Mountains For residents looking to camp or get out into nature Battle Ground has a median home value of around $605,000 as of May 2025 residents won’t have to break the bank to buy a home There is also a strong community vibe as the city sponsors several annual festivals, including the Juan de Fuca Festival of the Arts and the Dungeness Crab & Seafood Festival. Port Angeles is two hours from Seattle and offers residents a lower cost of living compared to similar settings in Washington The median home price is reasonable at around $450,000 in 2025 Wenatchee is the place to call home for families and outdoor enthusiasts. It offers an affordable lifestyle within an expensive state, a welcoming community, and a more relaxed pace. 150 miles east of Seattle the city combines rural and suburban living and provides easy access to hiking The town is known for its successful Pybus Public Market Ohme Gardens is a popular botanical garden with exceptional walking trails and natural scenery for active residents Wenatchee supports a lively arts and cultural scene and has an exceptional public school education system It is also home to Wenatchee Valley College The college offers local access to higher education courses Visit the college theatre for ongoing performances or take in a football Wenatchee is considered affordable when compared to Seattle or other large Washington cities This is evident via the median home value of around $470,000 nearly $150,000 less than the state average Walla Walla is four hours east of Seattle and surrounded by farmland including lavender farms and apple orchards the city hosts an ongoing Farmer’s Market for residents to purchase local produce and products several charming city parks such as Pioneer Park have places for picnics or just hanging out and enjoying being outdoors locals have access to the Walla Walla River Delta Area residents interested in local history can enjoy the Fort Walla Walla Museum or the Whitman Mission The public education meets standards and includes access to quality higher education at Whitman College The college sponsors an outdoor sculpture walk with more than 20 artistic sculptures Whitman College provides the area with cultural events Walla Walla residents live in the center of wine country There are 100 wineries within the Walla Walla Valley and most sponsor ongoing events for wine enthusiasts locals can enjoy the comfort of their grand home thanks to the affordable average home value of $400,000 Mary Medical Center has a range of departments Camas is a quiet, small town located 20 miles from Portland The city is named after the blue camas lilies that grow wild throughout the city All the amenities of the great outdoors are nearby hit the beach and enjoy the ocean waves within a two-hour drive and swimming at Lacamas Lake or visit the historic Liberty Theatre for movie lovers The town includes a public library and above-average public education The school district has a solid management reputation and is popular with teachers Residents can enjoy the amenities available in Washington or nearby cities within Oregon The city has a low crime rate and saw only ten violent crimes in 2019 be prepared to pay more than 25% above the national average for a home The higher prices are due to the town’s location near Portland Port Townsend is a reasonable option for those who want to live on the water It is known for its Victorian architecture Port Townsend is home to Fort Worden Historical State Park which encompasses 433 acres and includes over two miles of shoreline Residents also enjoy the Port Townsend Marine Science Center and the Puget Sound Coast Artillery Museum The city offers several parks and green spaces including Fort Townsend State Park and Chetzemoka Park and unique flower gardens featuring antique roses and rhododendrons Visitors can access the beach and walk the shoreline Port Townsend is two hours from Seattle on the Olympic Peninsula Port Townsend has a lower overall cost of living than Seattle the median home price is under the Washington State average but is still higher than the U.S Residents also need not worry about healthcare thanks to the Jefferson Healthcare Medical Center Sequim is a family-friendly small town located along the Dungeness River near the base of the Olympic Mountains. The area is in the midst of Lavender farms, near the shores of Puget Sound, and just south of Vancouver Island, Canada Sequim appeals to residents looking for a quiet rural town that’s near the water and surrounded by the grand natural presence of the Pacific Northwest Sequim or “Sunny Sequim” enjoys more sunshine than average due to its proximity to the San Juan Islands and the northeastern peninsula The average amount of rain matches Los Angeles To live in Sequim is to love being in the outdoors Sequim Bay State Park and Railroad Bridge Park offer residents places to walk including beach access as well as groomed picnic areas and sports fields Residents can escape from the real world anytime with a visit to the Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge The city hosts an annual Lavender Festival in July where residents can attend guided public tours of local lavender fields and enjoy vendor booths with products from local artisans and restaurants Sequim remains mildly affordable with a lower-than-average median home price for Washington at $580,000 in 2025 Seniors looking for an affordable alternative can opt for a retirement community like Suncrest Village Manson is a popular tourist town on the northern shore of Lake Chelan with exceptional views of the lake and the surrounding foothills Residents enjoy a friendly community with exceptional local amenities to support the tourist crowds pickleball competitions at the Wapato Point Resort Access the many mountain biking trails in the summer and ski the local slopes in the winter Due to its popularity as a tourist destination Manson is not considered an affordable place for residents on a budget with a median home price over the Washington state average at $690.000 People with plenty of resources will find the perfect quiet but active outdoor home with plenty of lake action Lake Chelan Community Hospital offers a variety of basic services Newport is located on the Washington border with Idaho Spokane provides residents with access to a large international airport for easier travel Locals also enjoy easy access to ski resorts in both the US and Canadian Rocky Mountains The city supports several local recreational centers and parks Newport is a quiet town with a low crime rate and access to local outdoor parks Affordability and cost of living are lower than the Washington or US national average with a median home price of around $400,000 for 2025 seniors can also opt for the River Mountain Village Assisted Living which offers assistance with basic activities and tons of amenities for a comfortable retirement Living in Washington state has many advantages depending on personal priorities and preferences Washington offers a variety of towns to match residents’ needs for outdoor space Washington state towns offer a variety of places to call home for different lifestyles Many towns are close to big cities for those who want to be near larger cities while others are located in the midst of agricultural farming zones and offer a quieter and more tranquil experience Potential residents must weigh the abundance of amenities and balance them with the cost of living that fits their budget photos and original descriptions © 2025 worldatlas.com There are existing political parties and several new ones in the making What the Nation is witnessing for now is the vibrancy of the main contending Parties The National People’s Party (NPP) is a Presidential Party It is currently standing on strong political footing the Party will be formidable in the 2026 elections observers have talked about the skirmishes within the NPP camp which could lead to tribal conflict in its ranks unless the leadership holds firm the spirit of the coalition that brought the Party into power As the Wollof proverb says ‘DINA LERR’.  On the other hand the United Democratic Party (UDP) which has been considered the majority opposition party is seemingly showing signs of crack and a possible crash which could lead to its disintegration if political sophistication is not injected to fix its political fragility the UDP leader is yet to be publicly categoric whether he will contest in the 2026 elections as the Party’s flag bearer The other remaining contenders of significance in Gambian politics are the Gambia Democratic Congress (GDC) and the People’s Democratic Organisation for Independence and Socialism (PDOIS) The GDC is still on evaluation of the political terrain and will hopefully come out with its plan of action sooner than later the Party is endowed with the most powerful political orator in the country GDC could be a stumbling block to the chances of political victory for other Parties in the 2026 elections The PDOIS is also seemingly showing signs of disunity within its ranks This might hinder the Party’s chances of making a headway in the 2026 elections It is a Party that is endowed with intellectualism but politically displaced with ordinary Gambians They don’t seem to speak the language of the people This is to say what the people can understand and what the people want in their livelihoods The Party’s state of preparedness for the 2026 elections is under the radar of the public It is not clear yet who will be the next Party leader even though the current leadership talks about a ‘strategic political framework in the making.’ Hope it enhances the image of the Party and make it survive in the battle for the State House in 2026 There are rumours of new political parties in the making It will add to the battle for political survival in the coming year History has shown that most of the mushroom political parties are not ready for the political battleground but do seek for alliances that will give them positions in government the political battleground ground for the 2026 elections is in the likelihood of winning Parties NPP it will be the most contested elections in the history of the country If men are unable to critically perceive the themes of their lives they will be carried along in the wake of change There has been public outcry already about the fairness and transparency of the 2026 elections and as well the appointment of Chairman of the Independent Electoral Commission it is in the supreme interest of the Nation that these concerns are addressed It will add to the consolidation of democracy and good governance the winner of the political battle ground will depend on the electorates will most likely capture the most votes in the 2026 elections The conduct of peaceful elections gives credibility to both the government and the people There will be no reasons for hatred and bitterness once the electoral process is conducted in a free and transparent manner and the will of the people safeguarded These Battle Ground Tigers know a thing or two about a comeback Battle Ground dropped to last place in the 4A Greater St Helens League baseball standings after losing two of three against Camas and dropping its series opener to Skyview three losses and a tough hill to climb in an uber-competitive league The Tigers put their heads down and went back to work for sure,” Battle Ground junior James Gill III said “We’re not going to let one thing knock us down.” Battle Ground rallied to take the next two games in last week’s series against Skyview with Thursday’s 5-1 win against Union in each team’s 4A GSHL finale the Tigers clinched a series win and the league’s No 2 seed heading into next week’s 4A bi-district playoffs “They’ve showed a lot of resilience,” Battle Ground coach Seth Johnson After splitting the first two games of the series, Union entered Thursday knowing a win would guarantee at least a share of the 4A GSHL title, pending the outcome of Camas and Skyview’s game, which the Papermakers later won 8-1 to wrap up the title Battle Ground seized control fast and didn’t let go Cooper McGowan and Collin McGowan led off the top of the first inning with back-to-back base hits Jacob Long added an RBI single to give the Tigers a commanding 3-0 lead through one-half inning “Against a really good arm too (Union starting pitcher Jacob Chandler) we competed well against him (and) kind of just got things going from the very beginning,” said Cooper McGowan “I just kind of set things up for the power of the order — James Jake and Jayden (Sivits) — just kind of let them do their thing.” held solid with an error-free game to support Gill who struck out five with two walks and four hits in a complete-game showing holding Union scoreless until Drew Hertenstein’s bases-loaded RBI single in the seventh Gill and the Tigers got a jolt in the third inning when the left-handed pitcher was able to knock down a comebacker with his glove and throw to first base for an out Johnson barely made it out of the dugout to check on his ace pitcher before Gill flashed a thumbs up sign indicating he was good to go “I didn’t even mean to … I wish I caught it The Tigers closed the inning with a double play including a tag at the plate by catcher Collin McGowan to keep Union off the board Cooper McGowan went 3-for-4 with a double to lead the Tigers scoring again after Union was called for a balk in the fifth before adding a two-out RBI base hit in the sixth “I feel really good,” Cooper McGowan said “We’re really starting to play all together the last two series I think we’re in a really good spot.” Battle Ground is in a familiar situation with the league’s No like last year when the Tigers advanced to the 4A state tournament for the first time since 2017 The Tigers are eager to compete in those playoff atmospheres “We’re playing our best baseball right now,” Johnson said “and that’s all you can ask for.” which took two of three from Camas and defeated Battle Ground in Monday’s series opener Behind the 1-2 punch on the mound of Rylan Howe and Jacob Chandler the Titans are well-positioned to make noise as the 4A GSHL’s No officers from the Battle Ground Police Department disrupted an illegal narcotics operation after observing suspicious activity between two people inside a vehicle parked at a local shopping center Upon securing and executing a search warrant and methamphetamine concealed within the cookie wrappers READ ALSO: Oregon couple sentenced after jealousy spirals into deadly shooting of coworker The driver was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver while the passenger was arrested for possession of a controlled substance (KATU) — A suspect in a harrowing animal cruelty case in southwest Washington has been apprehended thanks to the swift action of local authorities and the power of social media the Battle Ground Police Department turned to social media to locate a man accused of abandoning nine dogs identified as 35-year-old Andre Terwiliger The department's post was shared by more than 1,500 people leading to tips that guided the Clark County Sheriff's Department to Terwiliger The investigation began last November when police responded to a call at a residence on Southwest 5th Street officers detected a strong odor emanating from the garage where they discovered nine dogs—five deceased and four suffering from starvation and dehydration The surviving dogs were taken to a veterinarian and are expected to recover who was supposed to be caring for the dogs was initially untraceable after a warrant was issued for his arrest The public's assistance proved crucial in locating him so I find out most stuff through the news and social media I only have Instagram so that’s where I find out most things if I don’t catch the news." She added that her daughter informed her about the case Terwiliger faces seven counts of first-degree animal cruelty related to the deceased dogs and two counts of second-degree animal cruelty for failing to provide care Police noted that Terwiliger was a former tenant of the residence but did not disclose when he moved out or where he was found He is scheduled to appear in court on Monday The Battle Ground Police Department expressed gratitude to the public and the Clark County Sheriff's deputies for their rapid response "The department is truly humbled by the overwhelming support they received on this heartbreaking case." Home / News Release / Former Battle Ground Mayor Adrian Cortes sworn into the Washington State Senate OLYMPIA – Former Battle Ground Mayor Adrian Cortes was sworn into the Washington State Senate Monday “It’s an honor to represent the 18th Legislative District and I look forward to bringing our southwest Washington values to Olympia,” Cortes (D-Battle Ground) said I worked to improve the residents’ lives by cutting utility taxes making investments in public safety and roads I’m ready to get to work on behalf of the 18th Legislative District collaborating with my Senate colleagues to increase funding for schools and early learning and support investment in our state’s small business community.”  Cortes previously served on the Battle Ground Planning Commission and was later elected to the Battle Ground City Council for three terms He served as Battle Ground mayor from 2020 to 2021 Cortes moved to the 18th Legislative District when he was 6 years old and has lived there ever since He is a second career teacher and now works for the Camas School District Cortes will serve as vice chair of the Business Financial Services & Trade Committee and a member of the Early Learning & K-12 Education and Transportation committees The 18th Legislative District includes Battle Ground Business, Financial Services & Trade, Vice Chair Early Learning & K-12 Education Transportation The Platos defeated the Greers during Battle Ground Academy's 86th Tug Over the Harpeth River a tradition which pits upper school students against each other in a tug-of-war The Platos currently lead the Greers with a record of 44-40 with two ties there are no recent results for popular videos there are no recent results for popular commented articles Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: BATTLE GROUND — With just nine games over three series to decide a 4A Greater St Camas’ 10-9 win over Battle Ground in each team’s 4A GSHL opener on Monday certainly had that feel “It’s really important to get the first (one),” Camas head coach Stephen Short said The Papermakers had contributions throughout their lineup at the plate and a solid six-inning performance on the mound from starter Sawyer Clifton to build a six-run lead through six innings But the Tigers didn’t go away in the bottom of the seventh when they loaded the bases and rattled off five runs highlighted by RBI hits from Cooper McGowan But Camas freshman reliever Lincoln Fogle stood tall under pressure striking out Battle Ground’s final two batters and delivering the Papermakers their first win toward defending their 4A GSHL title “I think we have a lot of confidence in this team we have a lot of confidence in each other and we trust each other,” Camas senior Matthew Manjooran said “We’ve been in tough situations like that before so we kind of knew we were going to come out with the ‘W.'” At the San Diego Lions Baseball Tournament two weeks ago Camas was on the other side of the comeback scoring seven runs in the seventh to down Rancho Buena Vista 9-8 The result served as a reminder that a game is never out of reach It also speaks to the Papermakers’ growing confidence at the plate They put constant pressure on the Tigers’ defense Monday by amassing 12 hits including one RBI double apiece from Manjooran including a base hit during a four-run sixth inning that gave Camas a 10-4 lead So where does the Papermakers’ confidence come from “We’re a really tight-knit team,” Lukens said “You can hang out with anyone on the team and have a great time so I feel like it’s just the trust we have in one another and the confidence we have in the guy next to you.” That team-wide trust served Camas well through multiple challenges starting catcher Hayden Ollmann appeared to roll his ankle while running out a ground ball and was replaced by Stevens Clifton gutted through six innings on the mound with a large blister on his toe All of which led to a grind-it-out seventh inning for the Papermakers forget about the bad and get ready to go play tomorrow,” Short said While the three-game series shifts to Camas on Tuesday before returning to Battle Ground on Thursday the Papermakers’ close win Monday may well foreshadow another tightly-contested league title race much like last year which came down to the ninth and final game the reigning 4A GSHL and All-Region player of the year who will start later in the series Union and Skyview have plenty of talent up and down their rosters as well The key for Camas is sticking to its tried-and-true formula “I’d say just putting on early pressure offensively limiting walks and really just making plays when we need to,” Lukens said Camas              003       124       0—10     12     3            000       103       5—9     9     6 BATTLE GROUND, Wash. (KATU) — A family of Ukrainian refugees has no place to live after their home was ravaged by a tree that penetrated the ceiling during a wind and rain storm that blew through the region on Monday afternoon and he has nowhere to go,” said Angel Khimich a family friend who was helping to translate The tree pierced a hole in the ceiling and left parts of its trunk in the staircase The family is thankful that at least the two little kids in the home were safe They were playing upstairs just minutes before the tree crashed through the ceiling they were waiting for mom and dad to come back,” said Khimich the family is struggling to figure out what to do next “For right now that’s all they have planned they have to figure things out,” said Khimich We have reached out to Clark County to see what resources they may have available to this family (KATU) — A 35-year-old man was arrested on Feb following an armed robbery at a Walmart store in Battle Ground officers responded at approximately 1:35 p.m to reports of a robbery at the store located in the 1200 block of SW 15th Avenue Store employees reported that a male suspect attempted to leave the store with a shopping cart containing about $1,500 in unpaid merchandise the suspect allegedly brandished a knife and made threatening gestures before fleeing with the stolen items Police said officers arrived within minutes and found the suspect inside a vehicle at a nearby apartment complex The suspect initially refused to exit the vehicle the suspect exited the vehicle and was taken into custody without incident was transported and booked into the Clark County Jail Authorities also discovered that Baca was wanted on an outstanding warrant for a parole violation related to an attempted robbery charge in Portland Three additional adults were found inside the van with Baca but were identified and released at the scene (KATU) — The National Weather Service in Portland says a funnel cloud was spotted near Battle Ground CHIME IN | Share your photos and video with KATU News Video from Megan Vesterdahl shows a low-hanging cloud moving across the sky with what appears to be a funnel rotating just above the surface The National Weather Service in Portland said they received a report of a wall cloud at 4:50 p.m Doppler radar detected weak rotation in the area A local storm report from NWS Portland said "No debris was being lofted so confidence is high this was not a tornado." Storm Tracker 2 Meteorologist Dave Salesky will have the latest forecast coming up on KATU News at 11 p.m (KATU) — There is a new ordinance to ban unlawful camping on public property in Battle Ground Deputy City Manager Robert Ferrier told KATU that one of the primary responsibilities of the city is to promote and protect public health and safety for residents He said the ordinance is consistent with that obligation He also acknowledged there are not many homeless camps in Battle Ground but said this helps them be prepared we have an obligation to our community to be good stewards of their trust and that means that we get ahead of things before we're kind of caught flat-footed and kind of having to respond," Ferrier said He said the ordinance is in line with a U.S The city will give homeless campers 72 hours of notice and offer services Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInBATTLE GROUND Wash (KPTV) - One person was killed Wednesday when their car crashed into a tree in Battle Ground Responding officers said the car left the road and hit a tree Police did not release the driver’s identity View images from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Phase 2 Week 1 Workouts on Monday View images from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Phase 1 Week 2 Workouts on Monday View photos of WR Emeka Egbuka's first day as a Tampa Bay Buccaneer View pictures of Ohio State's Emeka Egbuka the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 19th overall pick in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft a 14-year-old boy with severe autism was found safe after an extensive search by multiple law enforcement agencies The Battle Ground Police Department responded to a disturbance in the 1700 block of SW 9th Avenue The parents eventually located their son near the Battle Ground Cinema but a dispute led the boy to flee across State Route 503 into dense brush Officers from the Battle Ground Police Department along with assistance from the Ridgefield Police Department and the Clark County Sheriff’s Office READ ALSO: Suspect in Battle Ground animal cruelty case arrested after social media plea Concerns for the boy's safety grew as temperatures dropped into the 30s and he was reportedly without a shirt or shoes exposed to the elements for over six hours near the busy highway A drone equipped with a thermal camera was deployed Medical personnel provided care at the scene The Battle Ground Police Department expressed gratitude to the assisting agencies "The combined efforts from the trio of law enforcement agencies led to the safe outcome in this situation." The department also highlighted the increased likelihood of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) wandering from safe environments and stressed the importance of immediately calling 911 if a child goes missing (KATU) — Detectives in Battle Ground are actively investigating a hit-and-run incident that occurred on January 11 on the 3300 block of West Main Street remains in critical condition at a local hospital Authorities believe the woman was struck before 8:00 a.m while walking westbound on the north side of West Main Street near the entrance of the former VCA Animal Hospital office The suspect vehicle is thought to be a 2020–2025 Chevrolet Silverado truck Although the exact color of the vehicle is unknown it likely has damage to its passenger-side mirror A stock image of the suspected vehicle type has been released for reference but it is not a photograph of the actual vehicle involved The Battle Ground Police Department is urging anyone who witnessed the incident or has information about the case to contact Detective Poki at 360-342-5244 the transition between an outgoing senior class and a new group would be seamless Skyview boys basketball coach Matt Gruhler knows that isn’t always the case After finishing sixth at last year’s Class 4A state tournament with an impactful senior class led by Demaree Collins the Storm have understandably gone through some growing pains this season But while trying to build toward the best version of themselves a 58-52 win over Battle Ground on Wednesday required the Storm to claw back from a 10-point deficit in the first half tighten up their defense and find some rhythm on offense After outscoring Battle Ground 22-10 in the third quarter Skyview held on for its third 4A Greater St “Winning on the road is a tough thing to do in this league and we haven’t really answered the call well the last few road games,” Gruhler said this is a good learning lesson for a fairly inexperienced team but a lot of guys (are) still trying to figure out how we best play together We’re getting closer each game.” 0-4) did most of its damage in the paint led by the likes of Boston Walker (14 points) and James Gill (13 points) The Tigers grabbed their biggest lead of 10 points after Brayden Andrews hit a 3-pointer in the closing minutes of the second quarter 3-1) closed on a 6-0 run to get within 27-23 at halftime The takeaway from Skyview’s conversation in the locker room was simple we weren’t playing Skyview basketball,” he said “We didn’t look like ourselves at all if you look at our last three league games that didn’t look like us at all.” the Storm gained momentum midway through the third quarter when Malakai Weimer scored eight straight points Hanson followed by converting a three-point play and scoring on a layup with one minute left giving the Storm a 45-37 lead entering the fourth Weimer (17 points) and Hanson (14 points) combined to score 18 of Skyview’s 22 points in the quarter “I think that was the key to the third quarter.” Skyview has learned many of its strengths are different than last year One example Gruhler points to is the team’s scoring balance which has expanded this season after graduating Collins the program’s all-time leading scorer Weimer and Hanson are averaging 18 and 15 points this season “That’s been a positive for us,” Gruhler said “But then it also means that guys could hide (before) when they had a bad game because somebody was going to carry them There’s nowhere to hide anymore.” But the Storm have fully embraced the behind-the-scenes work starting with their summer league slate and carrying over to the winter season “I feel like this is the hardest-working group we’ve had in Skyview history and finding our identity all the way from summer league to fall league,” Hanson said all the way from one to 13 just buying in every single day at practice coming into these games and winning them (are) crucial.” Skyview            15          8             22          13—58 (KATU) — A woman died after being seriously injured in a crash in Battle Ground on Wednesday Officers said it was on 20th Avenue south of Main Street One vehicle was exiting a driveway when it was struck by a second vehicle The conditions of the other occupants involved remained unknown Battle Ground police are asking the community to reach out if they witnessed the crash Over the next several weeks, leading up to opening day, we’ll be publishing our team previews ahead of the 2025 spring season. Team previews touch on programs spanning all state classifications, counting down through the official Prep Baseball Washington Preseason Power 25 Rankings Team Previews are generated through a mixture of coaches' responses gathered through our perennial coaches questionnaires as well as insight from Prep Baseball Staff Stay tuned the next several weeks for the unveiling of Team Previews and the complete Power 25 we spotlight the #12 ranked Battle Ground Tigers High School: Battle Ground Tigers     Head Coach: Seth JohnsonDivision: 4ALeague/Conference: GSHL2024 Record (Finish): 15-82024 Playoff Finish: 4A state playoffs round of 16   of Returning Pitchers: 5Key Players Lost: Jackson Hotchkiss Starting Pitching: James Gill III, Cooper McGowan Uncommitted’26 LHP @james_gill3 (@BG_BaseballClub)Gill picked up the loss but showed flashes of stuff throughout his 4.1 outing. FB 85-89 T90 with GS angle CB 72-75 flashing depth One of the rising players during the ‘24 season and a player to keep tabs on going into the… pic.twitter.com/QyfauI4S2O Bullpen: Noah Newton, Collin McGowan Top Seniors: Noah Newton, Ethan Nelson Top Juniors: James Gill III, Jayden Sivits Underclassmen to watch: '27 Cooper McGowan, '28 Collin McGowan Cooper's smooth game at SS and bat-to ball skills allowed him to enter the top-10 state 2027 ranks while Collin features incredible physicality Getting other contributions will be the key to Battle Ground's success in 2025 and Ethan Adams and Noah Newton are two arms that return that can help in this regard The Tigers will be playing in the Baseballism High School Classic tournament covered by Prep Baseball and also have matchups against Newport and Skyview that highlight their schedule Expect Battle Ground to make noise in the 4A state playoffs once again this season Find more information on the 2025 Battle Ground program below: + Follow them on X: @BG_BaseballClub+ Visit the Prep Baseball Washington Preseason Power 25 homepage + Click here to create your free Prep Baseball profile.           (KATU) — The Battle Ground Police Department has identified and charged a suspect in connection with a Jan 10 robbery of IQ Credit Union in downtown Portland The suspect had already fled the scene by the time officers arrived during the robbery READ ALSO: Adult, 2 teens arrested after armed carjacking in SE Portland On Jan. 24, the Vancouver Police Department arrested Ryan Frisbie, 46, for a bank robbery at a Bank of America branch in Vancouver last year on Dec. 21. Battle Ground detectives developed probable cause to charge Frisbie with the Jan. 10 robbery at IQ Credit Union. On Jan. 30, 2025, Frisbie was re-booked into the Clark County Jail on an additional count of robbery. In the final game of the 2024 Hoopfest, Marshall County and Battle Ground Academy from Franklin, Tenn. took the floor. The game was a good one to close out the annual event and the first early season test for the Marshals that they passed with flying colors, beating the Wildcats 71-58 to sweep their Hoopfest games and improve to 3-0. Matthew Langhi led four Marshals in double figures with 19 points along with eight rebounds to earn the Game MVP selection. Kyzer Phillips had 16 points and eight rebounds. Alex Staples and Tommy Robertson each finished the night with 12 points. A 3-pointer from Phillips, who led the Marshals with eight first quarter points, put them in front of Battle Ground 7-6. The Wildcats took a 10-7 lead on a basket by Greyson Williams who went on to scored 32 points in the game. Two straight baskets by Staples put the Marshals back on top 11-10, a lead they would not relinquish but had to battle to maintain. The first quarter scoring for the Marshals was closed out on threes from Phillips and Langhi to take a 19-14 lead. Staples put the Marshals up 21-14 to start the second only to be answered with a three from Williams who scored all 10 of the Wildcats points in the quarter. A technical foul called on Battle Ground’s Landen Moore sent Carson Lovett to the free throw line. Lovett hit one of the two shots that fueled a Marshall County 10-2 run that stretched the lead out to 31-19. Phillips put a punctuation mark on his impressive first half play, scoring the final four points to give the Marshals a 38-24 halftime lead. The Wildcats outscored the Marshals 17-13 in the third quarter, getting three more players in the scoring column not named Williams, to trim the lead to 10 at 51-41. Langhi led the Marshals with four, the start of a 12-point half for the sophomore. Langhi battled his way to the goal for the first two buckets of the fourth quarter and dropped in a free throw to maintain the 10-point lead. The combined scoring of Langhi, Ryan Stokes, Staples, Phillips and Robertson in the closing minutes sealed the 71-58 win. The Marshals will head to Carlisle County for their next game on Tuesday, then play at McCracken County on Thursday in a double header with the Lady Marshals. BATTLE GROUND, Ind. ― A 33-year-old Monticello man is fighting for his life at IU Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis after he was critically injured in a traffic accident in the 4500 block of Pretty Prairie Road northeast of Battle Ground, according to the Tippecanoe County Sheriff's Office. The Monticello man was riding his Honda motorcycle south on Pretty Prairie Road about 6:40 a.m. Thursday when a northbound Dodge Charger driven by Bryan Gualajara, 22, of Lafayette, tried to pass a slower car, according to the sheriff's office. Gualajara pulled into the southbound lanes and sideswiped the motorcyclist, according to the sheriff's office. The motorcyclist, who has not been identified, was wearing a helmet. However, he suffered life-threatening injuries and was airlifted to Methodist Hospital, according to the sheriff's office. Gualajara was not wearing a seatbelt, but he was not injured, according to the sheriff's office. The crash investigation closed the road until shortly after 10 a.m. Reach Ron Wilkins at rwilkins@jconline.com. Follow on Twitter: @RonWilkins2. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed. 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