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A goat grazes within a storm water retention area in Washougal. Sixteen goats were rented by the Krause Meadows Homeowners Association, to eat a variety of plant life. "This is not something anyone in the subdivision had seen done before," said Association President Holly Ruth.
A goat grazes within a storm water retention area in Washougal. Sixteen goats were rented by the Krause Meadows Homeowners Association, to eat a variety of plant life. "This is not something anyone in the subdivision had seen done before," said Association President Holly Ruth.

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December 2, 2021
A lighted boat participates in the 2019 Christmas Ships parade near Washougal. (Contributed photo courtesy of the Christmas Ships organization)

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Nikki O'Keeffe began experimenting with handcrafted cakes after her children were born. Her creations can take up to 15 hours to complete. Here, O'Keeffe puts the finishing touches on a snowman cake. (Contributed photo)

For the love of baking

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July 8, 2014
A goat grazes within a storm water retention area in Washougal. Sixteen goats were rented by the Krause Meadows Homeowners Association, to eat a variety of plant life. "This is not something anyone in the subdivision had seen done before," said Association President Holly Ruth.

An environmentally friendly alternative

A homeowners association in Washougal implemented a unique method to clear an overgrown storm water retention area. Sixteen goats were rented July 1-3, for a flat rate of $600, to eat greenery near 39th and "P" streets, in the Krause Meadows neighborhood.