The “closed” sign posted at the entrance to the Hambleton Bros. Lumber Co. has a more definitive meaning these days, as the sawmill has ceased operations – at least temporarily – and the waterfront land could have a commercial and recreational future.
Prior to the mill’s closure, the closed sign could be seen on the entry gate after regular business hours. According to Mike Reinhart, more than 40 Hambleton employees lost their jobs in June. Reinhart, a “semi-retired” owner of Camas Realty, has served as a consultant for Hambleton since 1971.