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February 21, 2012
School notes for Feb. 21, 2012
Camas student studies at Sea of Cortez Sean Boedeker of Camas spent January studying at the Sea of Cortez in the Gulf of California through a special program at Linfield College.
Camas student studies at Sea of Cortez Sean Boedeker of Camas spent January studying at the Sea of Cortez in the Gulf of California through a special program at Linfield College.
Joseph J. 'Joe' Barratt Joseph James "Joe" Barratt died Feb. 17, 2012, at a Portland hospital, surrounded by people he loved.
Deeply concerned about coal train impacts Last week, I experienced a well-over 12 minute delay at a rail crossing in Washougal as a 125 coal car, four engine train grinded slowly past. An additional 20 to 30 trains daily bodes an incredibly negative impact upon local businesses and the extensive redevelopment effort currently shaping Washougal into the premier gateway destination to the Gorge.
In the Camas-Washougal area, volunteer firefighters work side-by-side with paid personnel, and play an integral role in responding to emergencies, saving lives, and lending a hand wherever they are needed. In a statement from Gov. Chris Gregoire that highlighted Washington State Volunteer Firefighter Recognition Week, she said "volunteer firefighters make a huge contribution to public safety in Washington State with more than 15,000 volunteer firefighters representing over 75 percent of the state's total fire fighting resources."
The Vancouver Clinic will celebrate the opening of its newest clinic with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday, March 5, in Washougal. The public is invited to 291 "C" St. at 7:30 a.m. for the event. Washougal Mayor Sean Guard is scheduled to attend.
Kelley makes dean's list Megan Kelley of Camas was named to the dean's list for the fall semester at Boise State University. Kelley is a 2011 graduate of Camas High School.
Mardi Gras Casino Night is set for Saturday Las Vegas style gaming will be featured at a Building Industry Group casino night fund raiser. The event will be held Saturday, at the Red Lion Vancouver at the Quay, 100 Columbia St. The doors will open for cocktails and a social at 5:30 p.m., followed by games of blackjack, craps, Sit & Go Texas Hold’em, and roulette from 7 to 10 p.m.
The Wedding Expo slated for March 3 and 4 at the Clark County Event Center has been postponed. New dates for the event will be selected and announced in the future.
Coal companies don't follow the rules In regards to the article "Coal train issues continue to generate local interest," I want to point out that coal companies are not actually following rules about mitigating coal dust. This certainly isn't the first time "Big Coal" is cutting corners at the expense of human health and safety.
McCallister-Salisbury A son has been born to Katherene R. McCallister and Gabriel R. Salisbury of Washougal.