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August 7, 2025

Camas audit: State auditor identifies problems

For the third year in a row, the Washington State Auditor’s office has dinged the city of Camas for having deficiencies in its internal controls over financial reporting.

July 31, 2025
The Southwest Washington Federated Republican Women hosted 3rd Congressional District candidate Leslie Lewallen as a guest speaker April 23, 2024. (James Rexroad/The Columbian files)

Camas Councilor Leslie Lewallen to head local Future 42 chapter

A Camas city councilor has been tapped to lead the Clark County chapter of Project 42, a statewide nonprofit that bills itself as “an organization created to change the course of Washington state to prioritize free markets, personal liberty and an individual’s right to prosper.”

July 31, 2025
An electric-assist bicycle is displayed inside Vancouver Cyclery. (Taylor Balkom/The Columbian files)

Camas grapples with e-bike rules, concerns

CAMAS — With more people turning to electric bicycles and electric-powered motorcycles for a convenient, environmentally friendly and often more cost-effective mode of transportation, local officials are fielding more questions about the rules and regulations governing these zippy two-wheelers.

July 31, 2025

Camas Comic Con returns for August First Friday

The third annual Camas Comic Con themed First Friday will bring cosplay, art activities, games, family friendly photo opportunities and more to downtown Camas from 5-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1.