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May 3, 2011

Camas City Council implements changes to fireworks regulations

The Camas City Council has reduced the number of days fireworks are allowed to be sold and discharged within city limits each calendar year. Last night, the council voted 5-0 to approve an ordinance that makes the legal use and sale period run from July 1 to July 3, from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m., and July 4 from 9 a.m. to midnight. In addition, sales only will be allowed on July 5, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Currently, for the Fourth of July holiday season, sales and use are allowed from June 28 to July 5.

April 28, 2011
CHS Science Olympiad team members, including sophomore Katelynne Jones (left) and senior Ryan Gompertz (right) gathered Monday night to practice for the upcoming national tournament on May 20 and 21 in Wisconsin. Five days a week the team works out of its "clubhouse," one of the portables at Lacamas Heights Elementary School. Coach Ron Wright has called the facility one of the keys to the team's success.

Countdown to Nationals

When Ron Wright formed the first Camas High School Science Olympiad team in 2007, he had some pretty specific aspirations in mind. "I just knew Camas High School could send a team to Nationals, so I set a five-year-goal," Wright said. "And we made it in just under five." Getting to the 2011 national tournament in Wisconsin in May meant being the top team in the state, and on April 16 the Papermakers accomplished just that, and in very convincing fashion.

April 26, 2011

Washougal Council will vote on EMS funding option

The Washougal City Council is expected to vote next week on an option to have the Washougal Fire Department operate under a "functional operational consolidation" with the Camas Fire Department on a trial basis. According to information provided during the Washougal council workshop last night, city staff members are recommending "option 4" for a short term solution while additional analysis occurs for a long term fix.

April 26, 2011

Washougal council approves public works bonds

Many water, sewer and storm water projects in Washougal are expected to be paid for with bonds. City council members approved the issuance of water and sewer revenue bonds in the amount of $16.1 million, during their April 18 meeting. The vote was 6 to 1, with Michael Delavar voting against it.

April 26, 2011
Dave Capron, of Washougal, performs vocals and plays a saxophone for the River City Band. "He is a caring, intelligent individual, an accomplished musician and writer and a good friend," said one of the band's founders Jerry Hatcher.

Washougal musician plays mid-life melodies

A Washougal resident is among a group of men who perform a variety of music from the 1950s to current hits. Dave Capron is a member of the River City Band, which has entertained people at clubs, wedding receptions, concerts, private parties and corporate events. Capron, 62, predominantly plays clarinet, as well as keyboards, percussion, saxophone, flute and harmonica. His musical career began in junior high and high school as a school band member.

April 26, 2011

Ward meeting covers a variety of topics

Attendees at the recent Camas ward meeting got first crack at filling out a survey aimed at gauging public opinion on the current condition and value of the maintenance work being done on city streets, and importance of well maintained roadways. The "needs statement" survey, which will be available on the city's website at www.ci.camas.wa.us via Survey Monkey by the end of the week, is being conducted by the City of Camas in conjunction with the Camas Youth Council -- a group of Camas High School students that advises the City Council on a variety of issues.

April 26, 2011

Dressing for success

The old phrase, "You never get a second chance to make a first impression," rings especially true when it comes to job interviews. However, for those who are in college or just graduating, money can often be scarce. This is where the Clark College Clothing Closet comes in. For two days during the spring, all students are allowed the opportunity to pick out one free, career-wear outfit for potential job interviews or just to bridge the gap when funds for clothing get tight, so to speak.

April 19, 2011
Students from the Washington State School for the Blind in Vancouver help to stuff plastic Easter eggs with candy and prizes on Wednesday at the Camas Community Center. The 10,000 eggs will be hidden at Crown Park in Camas as part of the annual Camas Parks and Recreation egg hunt on Easter Sunday.

The Easter bunny’s helpers

Throw together 10,000 colorful plastic Easter eggs, 250 pounds of candy, 17 pizzas and more than 40 kids and you've got the makings for 2 1/2 hours of hard work, with lots of fun and laughter thrown in along the way.

April 19, 2011

Washougal council appoints ethics review committee

After much discussion regarding the composition of a committee to review the City of Washougal's ethics policy, three City Council members were appointed last night by their fellow councilors. The new ad-hoc committee consists of Molly Coston, Michael Delavar and Jennifer McDaniel. Before the committee was named, Paul Greenlee recommended that representatives from Battle Ground and Vancouver provide information and insights since they have relatively new ethics policies.