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August 31, 2010
Letters to the editor for Aug. 31, 2010
Letters for Aug. 31, 2010
Letters for Aug. 31, 2010
Brian Eggleston has a one in nine chance of his face being featured on Wells Fargo ATM machines across the state. That's because the Washougal High School Spanish teacher has been named Educational Service District 112 region Teacher of the Year. This advances him to the state level competition, where he is one of nine finalists. In the past, the winner has had their image splashed across the various Wells Fargo ATM machines. One teacher will be selected to represent Washington state in the National Teacher of the Year Program.
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This year, for the kids program, they are: Megan Pitcher, 16,766 minutes; Jasmine Guirado, 14,275 minutes; Rachel Jung, 14,260 minutes; Sarah Wells-Moran, 13,570 minutes; Collin Mason: 11,882 minutes; Maddy Wood, 11,700 minutes; Aubrey Johnson, 10,000 minutes; Nathaniel McBride, 9,665 minutes; Raveena Bhui, 9,500 minutes; Daniel Fan, 8,700 minutes. Top readers for the teen program are: Tim Grote, 17,000 minutes; Shannon Wells-Moran, 14,576 minutes; Sierah Cain, 13,800 minutes; Emma LeFevre, 11,400 minutes; Makayala Jacobs, 11,280 minutes; John Grall, 10,976 minutes; Cassidy Gordon, 9,470; Heaven Lenderman, 8,730; Rachel Martschinske, 8,680 and Noah Thompson, 8,539.
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].
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.
A son has been born to Jennifer L. Mears and Cody R. McGrew of Camas.
Obituaries for Aug. 24
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.
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.