Camas-Washougal logo tag

Stories by camaspost_admin

email icon [email protected]

December 21, 2010
No Caption

Fiddlers provide comfort & joy

Ernie Warwick fiddles because he enjoys it, and he hopes the audiences do as well. As a member of the Old Time Fiddlers, he has several opportunities each month to give and receive enjoyment. Warwick, 83, of Camas, plays a fiddle and guitar. He has been fiddling for 26 years and playing a guitar since he was 18.

December 14, 2010

Obituaries for Dec. 14, 2010

Dorothy D. Bates Dorothy D. Bates, of Washougal, died at home Dec. 4, 2010, with her family at her side. She was 86. A private service will be held at a later date. Cascadia Cremation and Burial is in charge of arrangements. Sign the online guest book at www.columbian.com/obits.

December 14, 2010

Letters to the Editor for Dec. 14, 2010

Speak out against BPA plan Bonneville Power Administration is coming, are Camas citizens ready? BPA has created multiple 5oo kilovolt transmission line routes through populated areas and all cross the Columbia river at Camas to get to the Troutdale substation. Many impacted citizens have opposed the oppressive lines and are concerned about health risks, environmental impacts and property values.

December 14, 2010

Cancer related support organizations

The following are organizations the Mederos family has found helpful during Sammy's battle with cancer, and they recommend these to others.

December 14, 2010

Local business helps families in need

Temple Financial will be helping three local families this holiday season. The local business is hoping the community can also participate by making donations. Tags on a "Giving Christmas Tree" in the office list the items needed.

December 14, 2010

Mill blood drive is Wednesday

As the need for donated blood continues through the holidays, several blood drives are scheduled this month in the Camas-Washougal area.

December 14, 2010

School notes for Dec. 14

Knowledge Bowl team fares well CHS Knowledge Bowl students recently opened their 2010 season with a dominating performance against schools from throughout the region.

December 7, 2010

School notes for Dec. 7, 2010

Free community dinner set Dec. 15 There will be a holiday celebration and dinner at the Jack, Will and Rob Boys & Girls Club Wednesday, Dec. 15 from 5 to 7 p.m. The event is open to all and will include family activities and information about the club, as well as dinner.

December 7, 2010
Tessa Condon of New Orleans inspects a mobile at Main Street Merchantile in Washougal while owner Heidi Kramer looks on. "It's great because you never know what you'll find or what you need," she said.

Local and unique

This holiday season, many shoppers will join the frantic rush at the "big box" stores and malls. But for those who prefer a slightly slower pace and a unique gift, there are many to be found in the shops of Camas and Washougal. Store owners say that buying locally adds up to more than a one-of-a-kind gift and not having to fight over a parking spot.