Camas-Washougal Post-Record

July 16, 2013

Photos provided by Connie Jo Freeman
Freeman described the Home of Love as "an oasis in the midst of chaos." The orphanage provides housing and education for 87 girls, ranging in age from 5 to 18. Chennai, India, is a city with a population of 12 million.

Camas-Washougal residents visit orphanage in India

Ten area residents recently traveled to India to show care and support at an orphanage for girls. The travelers, primarily from Bethel Community Church, in Washougal, included Connie Jo Freeman. They visited the Home of Love, which provides housing and education for 87 girls, ranging in age from 5 to 18. The children are either orphaned or from parents who are too poor to care for them. "Unlike most orphanages, when the children turn legal age they are not turned out to fend for themselves," Freeman said. "They have college to look forward to, financially provided by Home of Love."

July 16, 2013

Birth for July 23, 2013

Caine A daughter has been born to Jeff and Sarah Caine of Troutdale, Ore.

July 11, 2013

Please know, your excess is going up in smoke

Noise and chaos around the corner. People reluctantly running with their children in their arms to the city's gathering areas to see the commotion. Soon, social media is on fire with news about a historical event a year in the making.

July 9, 2013

Camas High School Class of 2013 amasses college scholarships xx

The following is a list of scholarships and honors earned by the class of 2013 at Camas High School. The list is provided by the school.Aarhus, Amee: Portland State University Oportunity Scholarship, Athletic-Softball;

July 9, 2013

07-09 EWU DEAN’S LIST xx

EWU lists spring honor roll students

July 9, 2013

School notes for July 9, 2013

VBS set at United Methodist Church During Monday to Friday, July 15 to 19 there will be a free Vacation Bible School at Camas United Methodist Church from 9:30 a.m. to noon.

July 9, 2013

WHS students can earn volunteer letter

Washougal High School students who demonstrate commitment to their school and community through documented volunteer service work can now earn a varsity letter for that effort. "We are very excited to be able to provide recognition that is very meaningful to students for the time and energy they put forth volunteering," said Marsha Spencer, advisor at the WHS Career Center. "We hope the program will also help foster positive interaction between Washougal students and the community, and help to encourage a habit of service."

July 9, 2013