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December 31, 2013
Krystal Curtis and her husband Scott McElhaney have opened Krystal's Champagne Lounge, in downtown Camas. The new business serves French champagnes, wine from around the world and the northwest, mimosas, beer and hard ciders, as well as cheese fondue, assorted meats, chocolates and cupcakes.

Classic Comfort

The owners of a new business were inspired by a trip they took three years ago to Melbourne, Australia. At that time, champagne was already the drink of choice for Krystal Curtis and Scott McElhaney. In downtown Melbourne, they visited The Champagne Lounge and enjoyed its seating areas and art. After that, the married couple sought out additional ideas in Greece, Costa Rica, England, France, Belgium, Canada and Mexico. For more information, call 954-5981, email krystalschampagnelounge@yahoo.com or visit www.krystalschampagnelounge.com.

December 26, 2013
Carrie Schulstad

Carrie Schulstad hired as DCA executive director

A familiar face will soon return to downtown Camas. Carrie Schulstad, a former vice president and event liaison for the Downtown Camas Association, has been hired as the organization's executive director.

December 17, 2013

County permit center remodel underway

The Clark County permit center has temporarily moved. With a remodel of its first floor space at the Public Service Center, 1300 Franklin St., now underway, yesterday the permit center opened for business on the second floor. Permit Center Manager Chuck Crider encourages customers to make appointments to avoid long waits.

December 17, 2013

C-W Chamber hires new administrative assistant

The executive director of the Downtown Camas Association has been hired as the new administrative assistant at the Camas-Washougal Chamber of Commerce. Brenda Schallberger assisted with the chamber's holiday lunch Thursday, and she started training at the chamber office Friday. "In taking this role with the C-W Chamber of Commerce, I can continue to provide support for businesses in an even broader scope -- encompassing the communities of both Camas and Washougal," she said. "I will enjoy a role in the future prosperity of both."

December 17, 2013

Columbia Credit Union hires new assistant manager

Columbia Credit Union recently announced that it has hired a new assistant manger in Washougal. According to a press release, Darcie Williams will work with manager Ed Hakanovic to develop and manage a cohesive branch team focused on meeting credit union service, sales and operational goals. Williams will also be responsible for staff development, compliance and efficient branch operations.

December 10, 2013

Bead Paradise to close in Camas

A business that expanded to downtown Camas two years ago is seeking a tenant for its retail/office space. Bead Paradise owners Shane and Desiree Woodward will continue to provide online and wholesale sales, as well as trunk shows.

December 10, 2013
Clark County Plumbing & Drain Technicians Tony Deeter and Tim Batchelor, along with Office Manager Shantel Lee and company owner Mike Jones, (from left to right) have moved into an office at 1902 S.E. Sixth Ave., Camas. Co-owner Erin Jones is not pictured. The company provides residential and commercial plumbing services. That includes installing sinks, water heaters and toilets for restaurants. The plumbing technicians also do crawl space restoration and storm drain pumping. Their range of responsibilities includes fixing drippy faucets and working on remodels. "We try to stay diversified, to serve a variety of needs," Mike Jones said. "That's how we survived the recession. There's pretty much nothing we won't do."

Clark County Plumbing expands operations

A hometown business has experienced growth over nine years, in terms of employment numbers and square footage. Clark County Plumbing & Drain LLC relocated its office in August, from the Camas home of Mike and Erin Jones to the former Abacast office, at 1902 S.E. Sixth Ave., also in Camas. The company, which has six employees, provides residential and commercial plumbing services. For more information, call 210-7933 or visit www.plumbinginclarkcounty.com.

December 10, 2013

Temple Financial collects ‘Giving Tree’ donations

During this holiday season, Temple Financial is once again having its annual Giving Tree on display to help local families in need. The tree, located inside the Temple Financial office at 532 N.E. Third Ave., Ste. 200, in Camas, features ornamental tags with the ages of children and their likes, sizes and Christmas wishes. Presents will be wrapped and hand-delivered just before Christmas to the families that have been adopted.

December 3, 2013

Purpose is to improve police procedures

Citizens who come into contact with Clark County Sheriff's Office deputies can now take a survey to rate their encounters with law enforcement. As part of the National Police Research Platform's Police Community Interaction survey, which is being administered by the University of Illinois at Chicago, feedback could help improve police procedures and approaches in Clark County, Washington State and nationwide.

December 3, 2013

Munroe presented with the Roy D. Hoover Award

A Clark County employee was recently recognized for his achievements in affordable housing and national community and economic development programs. Pete Munroe, program manager for Clark County's Housing and Community Development program, was presented with the Roy D. Hoover Award by the National Association for County Community and Economic Development.