April 23, 2026 8:05 am
Camas, Government, News, Washougal 
From left to right, Camas-Washougal Rotarians George Capacci, David Bussman, Kathy Bussman and Richard Renton stand behind a “buddy bench” at Discovery High School in Camas. (Contributed by George Capacci)
Camas-Washougal Rotarian Richard Renton drills into a concrete slab to install a “buddy bench” at Liberty Middle School in Camas. (Contributed by George Capacci)
Camas-Washougal Rotarians Richard Renton, left, Clay Heinz, center, and David Bussman install a “buddy bench” at Liberty Middle School in Camas. (Contributed by George Capacci)
Camas-Washougal Rotarian Kathy Bussman sits on a “buddy bench” at Skyridge Middle School in Camas. (Contributed by George Capacci)
Bright blue and yellow benches popping up around Camas and Washougal are catching eyes — and opening conversations.
The Rotary Club of Camas-Washougal is partnering with 988 Lifeline to install eight public “buddy benches” aimed at encouraging discussions about mental health and reducing stigma.
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