Camas-Washougal Post-Record

August 24, 2010

Local student earns spot on legislative council

A Camas High School student has been named to the Legislative Youth Advisory Council. Elodie Nierenberg, representing the 17th Legislative District, is one of 13 youth who will serve on the council, which was established in 2005 to give the Legislature advice on the critical issues related to education, health and fitness, test reform, school safety and other topics. Nierenberg was selected from among 62 applicants from across the state's 49 legislative districts. A review committee screened the applicants and made their recommendations to the lieutenant governor Brad Owen. The council, which meets up to six times annually, consists of a total of 22 members who serve two-year terms. Students can be reappointed for subsequent two-year terms. For more information, visit lyac.leg.wa.gov or send an e-mail to [email protected].

August 24, 2010

Papa Murphy’s and Red Cross get people prepared for emergencies

In September, the American Red Cross will provide disaster preparedness tips for purchasers of Papa Murphy's pizzas. "Get A Kit, Make A Plan and Be Informed" tips, as well as promotion codes for discounts on Red Cross emergency preparedness kits, will be included on fliers at Papa Murphy's. When kits are purchased through the Red Cross, customers can receive either a free large pizza or cheesy bread as a thank you gift. September is National Preparedness Month. The Papa Murphy's and Red Cross promotion is the first piece in an ongoing partnership. This winter, Papa Murphy's will launch its "Red Cross Response" campaign, which will educate customers about where they can help and/or donate. Donations to the Red Cross can be made at Papa Murphy's throughout the year. There are two Papa Murphy's locations in Camas - 2406 S.E. Eighth Ave., and 3415 S.E. 192nd Ave.

August 24, 2010

Mears-McGrew

A son has been born to Jennifer L. Mears and Cody R. McGrew of Camas.

August 24, 2010

Obituaries for Aug. 24, 2010

Obituaries for Aug. 24

August 24, 2010

Jobless benefits a vicious cycle for employers

Finding a job is the best substitute for an unemployment check, but as more and more Americans exhaust their jobless benefits, employment opportunities remain sparse. In July, the state unemployment rate was 8.6 percent, down from 9.5 percent a year ago; however, in parts of Washington it is in double-digits. The Portland-Vancouver metro area reports 13.3 percent unemployment, about the same as last year. Economists worry that it may take years for our economy to return to its peak of a couple of years ago.

August 18, 2010

Election results

The Washougal Fire Department's emergency medical services levy is currently passing by an overwhelming majority, having garnered more than 73 percent of the votes. The Fort Vancouver Regional Library District isn't having the same kind of luck. In a closer race, the levy lid lift is failing by 52 percent. For a fulll listing of Clark County election results, visit www.clark.wa.gov/elections. For statewide results, visit www.vote.wa.gov/elections.

August 17, 2010

Keith McLeod, 78, raised enough money to help send two Boy Scouts to camp this summer by recording a CD and donating all proceeds to the Scouts.

Keeping his Scouting honor bright

There is a saying in Scouting, "Once an Eagle Scout, always an Eagle Scout." And this is something that Keith McLeod, 78, holds near and dear. McLeod resides at Highland Terrace, a nursing home in Camas. Sometimes he has trouble speaking and recalling details, and his right hand often trembles. But McLeod didn't let these personal difficulties get in the way of helping out local Boy Scout Troop 565 assist some of its young members in need.

August 17, 2010