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January 21, 2014

Lloyd Halverson would serve as the legislative lobbyist for Camas

Retired Camas City Administrator Lloyd Halverson could soon be returning to work for his former employer. During tonight's City Council meeting, a contract with Halverson is on the agenda for approval. The agreement would have him performing governmental affairs consultation work, including developing lobbying strategies for the Washington State Legislature and U.S. Congress, lobbying the state legislature in support of the city's annual legislative goals, and lobbying Congress for federal funding for infrastructure projects. As part of his duties, Halverson would be required to provide the city with written and oral reports.

January 16, 2014
On Jan. 15, firefighters arrived at 2525 N.E. Everett St., in Camas, to find a detached garage fully engulfed in flames.

Fire destroys garage in Camas

A detached garage and all of its contents were destroyed in a late night fire in Camas on Wednesday, Jan. 15. Camas-Washougal Fire Department units were dispatched to reports of a structure fire at 2525 N.E. Everett St., in Camas.

January 14, 2014

Downtown Camas success story

When it comes to downtown revitalization, there is a common thread among the documented success stories: Make the experience unique for shoppers, diners, strollers, movie-goers, and other visitors and they'll continue to come back for more -- and they'll bring their friends and family. With this idea in mind, during the past dozen years downtown Camas has slowly evolved to become an emerging success story, with the potential for much more on the horizon. What makes downtown Camas unique? An illustration of that answer can be found illuminated above the front door of the Camas Gallery on Northeast Fourth Avenue.

January 14, 2014
Work on the project that will lead to the replacement of the 105-year-old railroad bridge over the Washougal River is currently in the permitting phase. Bidding will open this spring, followed by the onset of construction this summer. Completion is estimated for 2016.

BNSF prepares to replace Washougal River railroad bridge

A Camas railroad bridge that is part of a line that is more than 100 years old will soon be replaced. Originally built in 1908, the 550 foot long BNSF Railway railroad bridge that runs above the Washougal River and parallels Southeast Sixth Avenue is on tap for replacement, said BNSF spokesman Gus Melonas. Over the years, work has been done to improve and maintain the bridge, but it has never been replaced. "This is an upgrade and enhancement," Melonas said. "It's an upgrade for safety and efficiency."

January 7, 2014

A day to remember

Elementary schools are special places in the hearts and minds of youngsters who fill their classrooms. It's often a child's first experience with having teachers, classrooms, classmates and homework. They learn how to be good friends and responsible students, and they also receive that initial critical base education that serves as the foundation for a lifetime of learning.

January 7, 2014
Thirteen youth received awards for essays they wrote as part of the Veterans of Foreign Wars District 6 annual essay contest. A ceremony was held on Sunday afternoon at the Camas Community Center. "Today we are here to honor the youth of today -- our leaders of tomorrow." said David Barton, event co-chairman.

Today’s youth are tomorrow’s leaders

"The future depends on what you do today."These words once spoken by Indian civil rights leader Mahatma Gandhi were the inspiration for the winning Voice of Democracy essay written by Camas High School student Amanda Felipe. Felipe and 14 other winners of the annual Veterans of Foreign Wars District 6 competitions were recognized during an awards ceremony on Sunday afternoon, at the Camas Community Center. Entries submitted by high school students in the Voice of Democracy essay contest responded to the theme: "Why I'm Optimistic About Our Nation's Future."

December 31, 2013
Firefighters from the Camas-Washougal Fire Department and East County Fire & Rescue worked to extinguish a house fire at 203 N.W. 22nd Ave. A significant portion of the home was damaged by smoke and fire. Investigators are still trying to determine the cause.

Crews battle house fire in Camas

A Camas family's home was heavily damaged by fire Dec. 26. The blaze at 203 N.W. 22nd Ave. was called in at approximately 1:10 p.m., after one of its residents returned home and discovered a couch on fire in the family room.

December 31, 2013
Firefighters from the Camas-Washougal Fire Department and East County Fire & Rescue worked to extinguish a house fire at 203 N.W. 22nd Ave. A significant portion of the home was damaged by smoke and fire. Investigators are still trying to determine the cause.

Fire damages Camas home

A Camas family's home was heavily damaged by fire Dec. 26. The blaze at 203 N.W. 22nd Ave. was called in at approximately 1:10 p.m., after one of its residents returned home and discovered a couch on fire in the family room. Upon arrival, crews from the Camas-Washougal Fire Department entered the house and found the entire rear half of the structure on fire.

December 26, 2013

City Council will discuss I-502 strategy

In early 2014, the Camas City Council is expected to begin considering how it will handle the new reality of legalized recreational marijuana in Washington.

December 26, 2013

Agreement represents a major accomplishment

"Failure is not an option." This statement was made by Mayor Scott Higgins following the recent approval by the Camas City Council of the 10-year inter-local agreement that officially merges the Camas and Washougal fire departments to create one unified entity. The unanimous vote was the final step in a process that has spanned more than two years.