Obituaries for July 29, 2014
Robert A. Dawson Robert Arthur Dawson died July 25, 2014, surrounded by family, following a brave battle against ALS disease.
Robert A. Dawson Robert Arthur Dawson died July 25, 2014, surrounded by family, following a brave battle against ALS disease.
Decades ago, when Camas was still considered by many to be a small, sleepy mill town, local community leaders had a vision. Since that time, new industries have made their way into the landscape, and along with them new homes, neighborhoods, schools, roads and other infrastructure, parks and trails, and businesses of all varieties.
Replacement of Crown Park pool is a better option In the Tuesday, July 8, edition of the Post-Record, an article highlighted the City Council workshop discussion of the possible purchase of Lacamas Swim & Sport by the City of Camas.
Howard L. Lorenz Howard Leroy Lorenz, a lifelong Camas resident, died peacefully July 19, 2014, with family by his side. He was 88.
It's that time of year again. It's summertime and Camas Days is just around the corner. Camas-Washougal Chamber of Commerce staff and many volunteers work for months to prepare for and put on this event, which highlights the many special attributes of this small community.
From impromptu negotiations down the hall to discussions on the subway to the Capitol, sometimes, something as simple as having offices next door to one another can make all the difference in Congress these days.
This week, the City of Camas will launch the community visioning phase of its 2016 comprehensive plan update. During Camas Days on Friday and Saturday community development department staff including Director Phil Bourquin and Senior Planner Sarah Fox, as well as recently hired consultants, will be on hand at the city's tent to distribute community questionnaires, answer questions and accept feedback.
Tommy Weeck looks forward to gaining more ground during the ninth round of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship Saturday, at Washougal Motocross Park. "The biggest thrill is having a home race and hearing all the local families and fans cheering for you," said the 23-year-old Washougal native. "It makes you want to push harder and make more passes. The better you're doing, the louder they get. You can feel the excitement from them."
The Clark County Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board and Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce are accepting nominations of businesses and individuals for the National Disability Employment Awareness Community Awards.
The Board of Clark County Commissioners recently appointed three community members to fill seats on the Board of Equalization.