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Stories by Doug Flanagan

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August 20, 2026

Camas parks to host Zombie Dash Fun Run

Runners can test their speed — and their ability to dodge zombies — during Camas Parks & Recreation’s Zombie Dash Fun Run on Oct. 17.

August 20, 2026
Washougal residents Adam, left, and Julianne Heil are competing in the America’s Favorite Couple contest, a nationwide event in which everyday couples compete via public online voting to have their love stories celebrated. (Contributed photo)

Washougal residents vie to become America’s Favorite Couple

A chance encounter on a walkie-talkie frequency brought Adam and Julianne Heil together in 1999. Their conversations soon moved from the airwaves to emails, chat messages and, eventually, in-person visits as their friendship blossomed into romance and marriage.

August 20, 2026

Leadbetter Walk & Roll event planned

Residents will have an opportunity to experience the future North Shore Trail during Camas Parks & Recreation's second annual Leadbetter Walk & Roll event on Sept. 13.

July 30, 2026
Washougal City Manager David Scott, right, speaks during a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house on May 9, 2024, to mark the completion of renovations at the East County Family Resource Center. (Contributed by City of Washougal)

Washougal’s city manager David Scott to retire

WASHOUGAL — David Scott helped secure federal funding for Washougal’s long-awaited 32nd Street rail crossing project, one of the defining accomplishments of his 17 years leading the city. But when asked what he’s proudest of, the retiring city manager doesn’t cite roads or buildings. He credits the city employees who deliver services to residents every day.