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August 10, 2017
Tom West has been an artist since he was a small boy winning school coloring contests. He has a degree from the University of Missouri in graphic design, and has worked as a designer, art director, illustrator and gift product manager for 30 years.

It’s all about art in Washougal

Tom West was so talented at coloring contests in elementary school that teachers moved him into more challenging competitions so other students had the opportunity to win.

August 3, 2017
Washougal School District Superintendent Mike Stromme greets students on the first day of the 2016-17 school year. (Post-Record file photo)

Back to school? Yes, it’s true

Although it seems like school just let out for the summer, local educators are already shifting their focus to the first day in September.

July 27, 2017
Coco the pig eagerly awaits a treat from Josh Smith, co-founder of the Odd Man Inn in rural Washougal, while Meatloaf looks on. The animals reside in a free range refuge on four acres of property.

A forever home

When Josh and Wendy Smith use the phrase, “Everyone needs a forever home,” it’s not something they say lightly.

July 20, 2017
Camas Parks and Recreation is gearing up to host its annual concert series, which kicks off tonight with The Norman Sylvester Band, a well-known Blues group. Sylvester has his roots in the Portland area, having lived there since 1957. He has played more than 4,000 gigs, including every Portland Blues Festival since it's inception in 1987, only missing three total.

Memorable summer nights

With the long, cold winter just a distant memory, outdoor concerts will soon return to Crown Park.

July 13, 2017
A visitor peruses artwork at the Second Story Gallery, which is now accepting applications for 2018 artists.  The gallery is located above the Camas Public Library. (Contributed photo/Courtesy of Second Story Gallery)

Artistic opportunities

The long, lazy days and warm nights of July are an ideal time to get out and visit art galleries. From the Second Story Gallery at the Camas Public Library, to the Attic Gallery, opportunities abound to view local artwork.

June 29, 2017
The remnants of the gym at Jemtegaard Middle School on June 22. The gym of the original school was the first building to be demolished. (Photo by Tori Benavente/Post-Record)

Saying goodbye to Jemtegaard

he lofting wind that flowed east from the Columbia River Gorge, winding its way through Jemtegaard Middle School’s separated buildings for the past 35 years, has made its last round.

June 22, 2017
Camas High School graduates mark the end of commencement ceremonies by throwing caps, beach balls, tassels and other items in the air in celebration.  All four local high schools held graduation ceremonies last weekend.

Graduation 2017: A time of change and hope

Friday and Saturday were filled with parental, educator and community pride, as friends and family gathered to watch local students receive their hard-earned diplomas.