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January 1, 2026
According to the National Weather Service, 2026 is a “La Niña” year, which typically means more rainy days. (amanda cowan/The Columbian files)

First 3 months of 2026 likely to be wet

The National Weather Service has made its predictions for the first three months of 2026, estimating a 40-50 percent chance of average levels of precipitation in the Pacific Northwest. Temperatures for the coldest months of the year will remain normal.

December 26, 2025

Camas’ First Friday to feature Clue

The Downtown Camas Association will host a Clue-themed First Friday event from 5 to 8 p.m. Jan. 2. “Many of you love the game Clue, and now is your chance…

December 26, 2025
Camas High School senior Ella Thompson was named 4A Greater St. Helens League MVP and voted to the 4A state all-tournament team. (Amanda Cowan/The Columbian)

Camas’s Thompson Serves it Up

In just three years, Ella Thompson went from never playing organized volleyball to committing to a top-25 NCAA Division I program.