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August 13, 2020
Washougal resident Jess Moore, a former professional fighter, opened Champ Camp Training & Fitness in Washougal last month. (Contributed photo courtesy Jess Moore) (Contributed photos courtesy of Jess Moore)

Former pro fighter opens Champ Camp Training in Washougal

Several years ago, John Watkins struggled with depression after his young son was diagnosed with cancer. But one day, Jess Moore, a Washougal resident, strength and conditioning coach and former professional fighter, invited Watkins, a kickboxing and Jiu Jitsu enthusiast, to train with him — not, he said, because he wanted Watkins’ money, but because he genuinely cared about his friend’s well-being.

August 13, 2020
Engraved bricks line a path near the Chinook Plaza water feature in Parker's Landing Historical Park. (Post-Record file photo)

Parkersville Heritage Foundation selling engraved bricks

Interested in helping preserve history, promote educational opportunities and honor a loved one at the same time? The Parkersville Heritage Foundation is once again selling engraved bricks to help raise funds for Parker’s Landing Historical Park in Washougal.

August 13, 2020
Construction on the city of Washougal's Columbia River Trail project is set to begin in September. (Contributed graphic courtesy of the city of Washougal)

Washougal to start work on Columbia River Trail

One of the city of Washougal’s major projects for 2020, the Columbia River Trail, is scheduled to get under way later this year after a slight delay; while another, the Schmid Ballfields project, has been pushed back to 2021.