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Library celebrates 10th anniversary
Star Wars Stormtroopers, balloon animals, music and a stilt walker are just a few of the many things that will be happening on Saturday, at the Camas Public Library, from 10 a.m to 3 p.m.
The event is to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the opening of the newly remodeled and expanded library.
"We've put together a wide array of events, not unlike opening day 10 years ago," said Debbie Chevron. "It ...
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- May 7, 2013
Family loses home to fire
A Camas teen who said he accidentally started a fire at his parent’s house has been exonerated, at least for the time being.
Brian Murray, 19, was arrested Wednesday, for first-degree reckless burning -- a class C felony. He had been on supervised release since Thursday.
"We may file charges at a later date," Clark County Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Patrick Robinson said Monday. "We needed more time to review all reports related to the case."
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- by By Dawn Feldhaus Post-Record staff
- May 7, 2013
Candidate filing period starts Monday
The filing period for citizens wishing to become candidates for elective office open on Monday.
The in-person period to file a declaration of candidacy will begin at 8 a.m., Monday, May 13 and runs through 5 p.m., Friday, May 17. Candidates wishing to file for office in person can do so at the Clark County Elections Department, 1408 Franklin St., Vancouver.
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- May 7, 2013
Local adoption agency is making a difference — one child at a time
A former counselor at J.D. Zellerbach Elementary School, in Camas, and her husband are among the newest parents of a child from the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
April and Aaron Marvin, of Vancouver, adopted Kamble, 2, in December 2012.
The Marvin's household also includes their son Carson, 3, and dogs Addy and Oakley.
"They are best friends," April said, regarding Kamble and Carson. "They do everything together. They have been inseparable."
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- by Dawn Feldhaus
- May 7, 2013
Home fire in Camas is a total loss
A house fire in Camas led to several temporary road closures, as firefighters worked to protect surrounding structures.
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- by Dawn Feldhaus
- April 30, 2013
Camas Auto Repair provides vehicle sales and services
A local business offers a variety of services on cars and trucks.
Camas Auto Repair, which opened in March 2012, provides oil changes, tune-ups and engine rebuilds, as well as air conditioning, brakes, shocks and transmissions services.
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- April 30, 2013
Camas Hotel to host open house Friday
The owners of the Camas Hotel will soon be ready to show the results of a third floor renovation project.
Tom and Karen Hall will host an open house during the First Friday festivities, from 5 to 8 p.m. Snacks and tours will be available.
The project has involved taking out six single "bachelor" rooms and adding one king and two queen rooms with bathrooms.
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- by Dawn Feldhaus
- April 30, 2013
Grant & Elcock PLLC relocates to Washougal
Two attorneys have moved their offices from Vancouver to downtown Washougal.
Donald Grant and Douglas Elcock have signed a lease for Executive Suite 245, in Washougal Town Square, 1700 Main St.
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- by Dawn Feldhaus
- April 30, 2013
Port of Camas-Washougal hosts disaster response drill
On the morning of April 23, emergency vehicles descended onto the scene at the Port of Camas-Washougal offices. “Smoke” drifted from inside the building as firefighters rescued “victims” who were screaming for help inside.
It was all part of a scheduled emergency drill, but there were many times throughout the event that it felt very real.
"When it feels real like that, it can be stressful," said Port Communications Manager Jack Hardy. "It was real ...
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- by Heather Acheson
- April 30, 2013
Women nurture their love of soccer
Three local women older than 30 are enjoying the rewards and challenges of playing soccer.
Rachel and Erin Bradstreet, along with Lea Phillips, are among the members of "Passin Thru," a team in the Lower Columbia Womens Soccer Association.
For more information about the Lower Columbia Womens Soccer Association, email lcwsa@yahoo.com or visit www.lcwsa.info.
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- by Dawn Feldhaus
- April 30, 2013
Bear cub captured in Camas neighborhood
Following several recent reports of a small bear being spotted in the Camas area, the animal was finally captured by Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife officials on Friday afternoon.
According to WDFW Sgt. Jeff Wickersham, after the initial reports wildlife officers set up a trap on the south side of Lacamas Creek. But the bait kept being stolen by raccoons.
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- by Heather Acheson
- April 30, 2013
Officials continue to investigate cause of Camas house fire
Camas-Washougal Fire Marshal Ron Schumacher said Monday that the cause of the blaze that destroyed the two-story home is still under investigation.
According to Fire Chief Nick Swinhart, emergency crews from the C-W Fire Department were called to 1524 S.E. Seventh Ave., near the Camas Community Center, at approximately 11:30 a.m., to a report of an “appliance fire.” On arrival, crews found a single family dwelling with fire showing from the entire ...
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- by Heather Acheson
- April 30, 2013
Local firefighter is treated for dehydration
A local firefighter was treated for fatigue and dehydration Wednesday afternoon, after assisting with a fire near the Vancouver-Camas border.
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- by Dawn Feldhaus
- April 24, 2013
Crews battle house fire in Camas
Emergency crews from the Camas-Washougal Fire Department battled a house fire today at 1524 S.E. Seventh Ave., near the Camas Community Center.
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- by Heather Acheson
- April 23, 2013
Four Camas-Washougal runners cross the finish line before the Boston bombings
April 15 should have been a day of celebration for Camas and Washougal runners Anita Burkard, Dolly Fisher Bales, Derek O’Quinn and Dana Seekins.
All four crossed the finish line at the Boston Marathon after training together for months at LaCamas Swim & Sport.
"Right after I crossed the finish line, I turned to the perfect stranger next to me and gave him a high-five," Fisher Bales said. "We finished! It was such elation."
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- by Dan Trujillo
- April 23, 2013
