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Stories by Kelly Moyer

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September 21, 2023
A sign welcomes visitors to downtown Camas in 2022. (Contributed photo courtesy of Downtown Camas Association)

Camas preps for long-term planning project

The city of Camas is gearing up for an extensive planning project that will include a comprehensive plan update, climate change goals and subarea planning in the city’s historic downtown.

September 14, 2023
Visitors to the Camas-Washougal Fire Department's 2022 open house and safety fair browse NW Natural's

‘Get Ready’ at Camas-Washougal Fire Department safety fair

Are you prepared for a fire, flood, earthquake or other type of emergency situation? Do you know what to pack and where to go when disaster strikes? Do you have a “go bag” in your home or in your car? Are you ready to care for your pets in an emergency?

September 14, 2023
A vehicle parked outside Helen Baller Elementary School in Camas, Monday, Aug. 28, 2023, displays a sign showing support for striking teachers in the Camas School District. (Photos by Kelly Moyer/Post-Record files)

Camas teachers ratify contract, return to class

Members of the Camas Education Association, the union representing 460 educators in the Camas School District, have ratified a new two-year bargaining agreement and returned to the classroom following a strike that began Monday, Aug. 28, and ended Thursday, Sept. 7.

September 7, 2023
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Camas First Friday celebrates art, mourns gallery owner

An annual tradition in Camas was marked by sadness this year, after the event’s organizer, Camas Gallery owner Marquita Call, died unexpectedly Aug. 29, three days before artists gathered in downtown Camas for the Camas Gallery’s popular “plein air” event.