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November 10, 2015
Petruchio (Tristan Fackler) and Senora Baptista argue while Lucentio (Carson Connors) and Gremio (Corbin Jones) look on in amazement.

Shakespeare, Western style

Washougal High School's production of a Shakespearean classic will take a unique twist with "The Tamin' of the Shrew."

November 3, 2015
An attendee at last year's Washougal United Methodist Church bazaar peruses some of the offerings.

Handcrafted, local, unique

Sick of the big box stores, crowded parking lots and endless sales hype? If so, local bazaars offer shoppers the opportunity to purchase handcrafted items and have fun, all while helping local non-profit groups and supporting the area's economy.

October 20, 2015
From left, Rick Blevins, Stephen Donahay, Wade Oxford and Jan Foltz enjoy their work as volunteers with Silver Star Search and Rescue. Blevins converted this old school bus into a mobile operations center.

‘So others may live’

In 1998, Jan Foltz's daughter was nearly killed in a rockslide while hiking with a church group in Bonners Ferry, Idaho.

October 13, 2015
Joe's Place Farms, in Vancouver, has been a popular place to visit and pick out a pumpkin in October for the past 34 years.

Pumpkins a plenty

Pumpkin patches are a time-honored fall tradition, with those young and old making the journey to enjoy fall in all its splendor.

October 6, 2015
Nancy Ryan demonstrates a painting technique during a recent class. Behind her is student artwork.

Warm, welcoming, watercolors

When students walk into Nancy Ryan's classroom, one thing is clear: There is no right or wrong way to paint.

September 29, 2015
Dave Deal hikes below Mount Theilson.

An inspiring trek

Thirty-six years ago, Dave and Boni Deal hiked across Washington State on the Pacific Crest Trail with their toddler son, an adventure full of perilous moments and beauty.

September 22, 2015
The Collins family inspects the kitchen in their newly remodeled Washougal residence. It is the sixth home donated to an injured veteran though a partnership between U.S. Bank, Feedom Alliance and Five Brothers.

Help for heroes

From the time he was a child growing up in Michigan, Corey Collins wanted to serve in the military.

September 8, 2015
Adam Barlas prepares an order at Getta Gyro. The new food truck is a regular staple at the Vancouver Farmer's Market at Columbia Tech Center. He is assisted by mom, Elayne and dad, Harry. The Barlas family are Camas residents.

Food, fun & family

Local Greek family enjoys working together at area farmers' markets, events