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šŸŒ± How Brooklyn Lishā€™s big swing sparked Battle Ground softballā€™s blowout win

Battle Ground, Washington Patch AM: a 5 min read

Hey there, Battle Ground! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ā˜€ļø

In today's newsletter:

  • How Brooklyn Lishā€™s big swing sparked Battle Ground softballā€™s blowout win
  • What Brad Bentonā€™s exit means for Battle Groundā€™s District 5 council race
  • Which local middle-schoolers are heading to the Washington State Civics Bee?

Also on today's calendar: Be a Hero, Get a Pass! Donate Blood at the Clark Public Utilities' Home and Garden Idea Fair and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: How do you measure a fish? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Breezy with showers around, with a high of 56 and low of 44 degrees.
  • Thursday: Times of sun and clouds, temps: high: 62, low: 41.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 71 and low of 43 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

ā€¢ Prep Highlights: Makenzie Henthorn tosses no-hitter as Mark Morris softball beats Columbia River (theolympian.com subscription) ā€” Battle Ground softball standout Brooklyn Lish powered a 12-2 win over Heritage with a two-run homer that sparked a five-run first inning, highlighting a strong day for local athletes. The roundup also covers big performances from Ridgefield, Prairie, and other Greater St. Helens League teams that Battle Ground fans follow closely.
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ā€¢ Brad Benton drops bid for Clark County Council citing work responsibilities (tri-cityherald.com subscription) ā€” Battle Ground residents in Clark Countyā€™s District 5 will see one fewer name on the upcoming county council ballot, as Republican Brad Benton has ended his campaign, citing work demands. He also denies involvement in anti-levy mailers sent to Battle Ground voters before Februaryā€™s school levy election, and says heā€™ll continue serving on the county Charter Review Commission.
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ā€¢ Clark County middle-schoolers excel in Southwest Washington Civics Bee (columbian.com) ā€” Battle Ground students joined peers from across Clark County at Kiggins Theatre to test their civics knowledge in the Southwest Washington Civics Bee. Eleven middle-schoolers tackled questions on U.S. government and presented essays, with top finishers advancing to the state finals in June and one homeschooled student from Lyle taking the $500 first prize.
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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Iā€™ve seen a lot of posts lately about homeowners needing some help around their properties, Iā€™d like to continue reaching out to you guys to let you know I am available for whatever task you may have!
    Splitting wood, lawn care, excavation, bark/gravel/mulch/topsoil replacement, etc. Iā€™m extremely handy, have a truck to do odd end jobs like haulingā€¦ (Nextdoor Daybreak Area)
  • I went to get in my car to go work this morning & my garage door was DEAD.
    Hereā€¦I was trapped. I tried the usual troubleshooting with no luck. The emergency handle would not even engage. I called ā€œOn Track Garage Doorsā€ā€¦ (Nextdoor Sixth St Station II & III)
  • Tractor Supply posted a job opening for Team Member in Battle Ground. Apply here.
  • Fred Meyer Stores, Inc. posted a job opening for GROCERY/CLERK with PIC Responsibilities in Vancouver. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Battle Ground here.

šŸ—ž Nearby News

Hockinson

  • High School Scoreboard, results from Tuesday, April 21 (columbian.com)

Ridgefield

  • Ridgefield Garden Club to host upcoming annual plant sale in downtown Ridgefield (thereflector.com)
  • Create Joy opens doors for local artisans in La Center (thereflector.com)
  • Communities' actions highlighted during Earth Day 2026 (tri-cityherald.com)

Ok Battle Ground! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: By inches because they have no feet. (Thank you Gypsy S. for sending it in!)
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