A Washougal gun shop received scathing online criticism and negative reviews after several people were spotted wielding guns and donning protective gear in front and on top of the Limitless America store on Sunday, June 6, while a peaceful Black Lives Matter protest calling out systemic racism and police brutality against people of color marched nearby.
Washougal Police Chief Wendi Steinbronn has condemned the actions of Minneapolis police officers that led to the May 25 death of George Floyd.
The West Columbia Gorge Humane Society (WCGHS) usually encourages community members to “hike on the dike” for its annual spring fundraising event, but this year, the organization is asking people to “hike where they like.”
Scott Thompson is convinced that if Faith Bergstrom had waited a while longer, she would’ve received offers to play for some of the most prominent women’s basketball programs in the nation. But at the same time, he knows that her decision to attend a university known for its prestigious engineering programs most likely will turn out to be a wise one.
Ron Dinius has resigned from the Washougal School District Board of Directors.
Washougal High School’s Class of 2020 graduates celebrated their achievements in social-distancing style last weekend, with events that included a virtual graduation ceremony on Saturday, June 6, as well as a “senior car parade” through Washougal’s main streets and a sunset viewing event in the Washougal High parking lot on Friday, June 5.
Washougal Family Dental reopened to the public in mid-May, almost exactly two months to the day after it closed in response to the outbreak of COVID-19, and so far, says Tarra Cochell, office manager and co-owner of Washougal Family Dental, business has been good.
A former Washougal School District teacher and administrator has been selected to become the next principal at Canyon Creek Middle School.
Washougal residents have a positive overall perception of their city but would like to see improved street maintenance and economic development efforts, according to the results of a community survey.
Racing is back on at the Washougal MX Park, but motocross enthusiasts have a whole new set of COVID-19 rules and regulations to contend with.
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