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October 2, 2012
Approximately $75,000 to $100,000 in damage was caused by a fire that started on the back deck of a home where cigarette butts were kept in a plastic container. The residents were alerted to the blaze by the sound of the crackling fire and were able to exit the home before it spread to the interior of the house. No injuries were reported.

Cigarettes cause fire that damages local home

Cigarette butts left in a plastic bucket are believed to be the cause of a fire that seriously damaged a Washougal home. At approximately 1:40 a.m. on Monday emergency units from the Camas-Washougal Fire Department and East County Fire and Rescue responded to a single story house fire in Washougal at 1290 Fairway Drive. The fire started on the back deck where the homeowner was using a plastic bucket for her cigarette butts.

October 2, 2012

Tarzian takes the helm at Mount Pleasant

Peter Tarzian's retirement didn't last too long. He was recently named as part-time superintendent at the Mount Pleasant School District, after retiring in 2011 from a superintendent position in Oregon. He and his wife, Dawn Tarzian, relocated to the area after she was named superintendent of the neighboring Washougal School District in July 2011. The Mount Pleasant School District has been embroiled in turmoil over the last several months, after it was discovered a longtime employee had been stealing fuel from the district. Board members were at odds with each other over the situation, and Superintendent Linda Slattery resigned in August, saying she felt threatened and harassed.

September 25, 2012

Lacamas Community Credit Union’s 192nd Avenue branch was remodeled

Lacamas Community Credit Union will host a grand re-opening event following the remodel of its 192nd Avenue Branch in Camas. The event will be held Tuesday, Oct. 9, at 9:30 a.m., at the branch located at 19200 S.E. 31st St. It will include a ribbon cutting ceremony, branch tours, XBOX competitions, as well as opportunities to meet credit union staff. A continental breakfast will also be served.

September 25, 2012
This tool box used by John Zeigler, a millwright at the Camas paper mill from the 1920s to 1950s, will be sold to the highest bidder during a silent auction. Organized by Camas Antiques, the bidding period ends Sept. 29

Camas Antiques holds silent auction for tool box

Camas Antiques is holding a silent auction for a mill wright tool box with contents. The tool box was used by John Zeigler, a millwright at the Camas paper mill from the 1920s to 1950s. In the box are more than 100 pieces, including planes, drills, saws and even a foot-and-a-half long monkey wrench. While some tools are old and "obsolete," others could be sharpened for use or put on display for decoration.

September 25, 2012

Priority Health seeks food for backpack program

A Camas chiropractic practice is teaming up with Share's backpack program to fight hunger in Clark County. This month, every person who brings in a new backpack filled with suggested, non-perishable foods will receive a free chiropractic adjustment. Individuals who are new to the clinic will receive a free chiropractic consultation, examination and "Myovision scan."

September 25, 2012

Dr. Susan Hughes co-founded a non-profit

A local physician who owns Transformations Spa MD has been recognized for distinguishing herself through service to family medicine. Dr. Susan Hughes, of Camas, is one of three Washington medical doctors to receive the 2012 Degree of Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians.

September 25, 2012

Volunteers set to descend on Lacamas Lake shoreline

Volunteers are being sought to take part in the annual Lacamas Lake Cleanup Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Participants should meet at Heritage Park boat launch on Northwest Lake Road, to help pick up litter and debris from around the lake. Gloves and garbage bags will be provided. Volunteers should bring waterproof boots. Refreshments, including water, coffee and food, will be served and prizes will be awarded.

September 25, 2012

School enrollments on the rise

The Camas and Washougal school districts continue to grow in enrollment, with each reporting a 1.7 percent increase this year. Camas's full-time equivalency count is 5,948, 61 more than last September. Washougal's full-time equivalency count is 2,885, an increase of 52 from last September, and 50 more than expected in the budget. "The high school is actually down 33 from projected and the elementary schools are sitting at 78 more than projected," said Rosann Lassman, business manager. "We have added another kindergarten session, but the rest of the increase is spread over multiple grades at multiple levels." Camas had projected for the growth in its budget, so staff has already been added, said Donna Gregg, business services director.

September 25, 2012
Hoops for Pink will be just one of the many featured activities during Girls Night Out when it returns to downtown Camas on Saturday. Participants who put the ball through the basketball hoop receive a pink feather boa. GNO is a fundraiser for cancer charities including the Pink Lemonade Project and the Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Oregon and Southwest Washington.

Girls Night Out aims to entertain, inform and educate

Saturday's third annual Girls Night Out, being billed as a celebration in support of women and local cancer charities, will offer educational workshops in the afternoon followed by an evening that will include a rally for women, survivor stories and a fashion show. "This event is an exceptionally fun way to celebrate with your friends, be inspired to be more proactive, and raise funds for valuable local charities," said Carrie Schulstad, chairwoman of the event committee. "We have some fun new activities this year, and it is always a blast to spend time with your 'girlies' in our charming downtown." The event is hosted by the Downtown Camas Association. According to organizers this year the event, sponsored by PeaceHealth Kearney Breast Center, will offer a broader education component with sessions focusing on awareness and action. Three options will be offered from 1 to 4 p.m.