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More than 1,000 runners and walkers participated in the 2012 Fit Right Northwest Half Marathon and 4-miler around Lacamas and Round lakes Sunday, in Camas.

Community support is strong at Lacamas Lake half marathon

More than 1,000 runners and walkers participated in the 2012 Fit Right Northwest Half Marathon and 4-miler around Lacamas and Round lakes Sunday, in Camas.

July 23, 2012, 5:00pm Clark County News

A total of 1,066 runners and walkers crossed the finish line at Cardon Field Sunday after circling Lacamas Lake, Round Lake and the Camas High School track at the Fit Right Northwest Half Marathon. Trevor Palmer, a 28-year-old from Medford, Ore., captured first place out of 525 finishers with a… Read story

Ryan Dungey soars to his fifth overall victory in a row Saturday, at Washougal Motocross Park.

On the sidelines: Look up in the sky

Ryan Dungey soars to his fifth overall victory in a row Saturday, at Washougal Motocross Park.

July 21, 2012, 5:00pm Clark County News

Dungey, Barcia and Fiolek win big at AMA Washougal National Saturday. Read story

The stage is set for another exciting week of amatuer and professional racing at the Washougal Motocross Park. Gates open Wednesday at 10 a.m.

AMA pros will tear through the dirt and soar above the trees in Washougal

The stage is set for another exciting week of amatuer and professional racing at the Washougal Motocross Park. Gates open Wednesday at 10 a.m.

July 16, 2012, 5:00pm Clark County News

The fastest motorcycle riders on the planet are ready to tear through the turns, conquer the hills and soar above the trees when the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship Series comes to Washougal Motocross Park Saturday. Gates open Wednesday at 10 a.m., followed by amatuer racing on Thursday and Friday.… Read story

The ninth Lacamas Lake half marathon, and 4-mile run and walk event, begins at 7:30 a.m.

Lacamas Lake run keeps going strong

The ninth Lacamas Lake half marathon, and 4-mile run and walk event, begins at 7:30 a.m.

July 16, 2012, 5:00pm Clark County News

An estimated 1,200 runners and walkers will traverse Lacamas Lake and Round Lake Sunday in search of beauty, exercise and the thrill of crossing the finish line. The ninth Fit Right Northwest Lacamas Lake Half Marathon and 4-Miler begins at 7:30 a.m. on the Cardon Field track behind Camas High… Read story

Nate Lauritzen gets down and dirty for the Camas-Washougal Granite against the Vancouver Jayhawks during the semifinals of the Southwest Washington Senior Babe Ruth state tournament Saturday, at Louis Bloch Park in Camas.

Tyler Purkeypyle’s return from heart surgery inspires his teammates

Nate Lauritzen gets down and dirty for the Camas-Washougal Granite against the Vancouver Jayhawks during the semifinals of the Southwest Washington Senior Babe Ruth state tournament Saturday, at Louis Bloch Park in Camas.

July 9, 2012, 5:00pm Clark County News

With heart and hustle, Camas-Washougal Granite Construction is going to the Northwest Regional Babe Ruth Championship Tournament, for 16- to 18-year-olds, in Kent, Wash. "I hope this means something because we are representing the community, and our hats say Camas and Washougal on them," said manager Scott Purkeypyle. "I just… Read story

Perri Belzer (left) of the Vancouver Timbers 99 Red takes on a defender from the Camas-Washougal Soccer Alliance Valencia in the U-13 Platinum championship game of the Clash at the Border tournament.

Clashing styles

Perri Belzer (left) of the Vancouver Timbers 99 Red takes on a defender from the Camas-Washougal Soccer Alliance Valencia in the U-13 Platinum championship game of the Clash at the Border tournament.

July 9, 2012, 5:00pm Clark County News

Championship glory tasted sweet for Perri Belzer and several other local athletes who participated in the Clash at the Border soccer tournament this past weekend. "What I'll remember most is being able to play with my team and winning," said Belzer of Camas. "Getting first place was just awesome for… Read story

Nicholas Hamer (far left) joins in the celebration after providing the asisst on the decisive goal scored by Mark Sherrod.

Portland Timbers U-23 team returns to Camas Friday

Nicholas Hamer (far left) joins in the celebration after providing the asisst on the decisive goal scored by Mark Sherrod.

July 9, 2012, 5:00pm Clark County News

An estimated 2,056 soccer fans filled Doc Harris Stadium in Camas to cheer the Portland Timbers U-23 Premier Development League team to a 1-0 victory against Washington Crossfire of Redmond Friday. The Camas-Washougal Soccer Club hosted the game as a featured attraction for its Clash at the Border soccer tournament.… Read story

East County Little League baseball and softball players, coaches, parents, family members and friends gathered for closing ceremonies Wednesday, at George Schmid Memorial Park in Washougal.

A Knight serenade for East County Little League in Washougal

East County Little League baseball and softball players, coaches, parents, family members and friends gathered for closing ceremonies Wednesday, at George Schmid Memorial Park in Washougal.

June 18, 2012, 5:00pm Clark County News

The East County Knights were serenaded as champions Wednesday, at George Schmid Memorial Park in Washougal. The Knights slayed the East County Blue Claws in the championship game, by the final score of 14-10. The team of 9- and 10-year-olds finished the season with a record of 16-0-1. Read story

Camas quarterback Reilly Hennessey receives plenty of protection from his linemen during a scriammage game with Washougal June 12, at Cardon Field.

Rekindling an old flame

Camas quarterback Reilly Hennessey receives plenty of protection from his linemen during a scriammage game with Washougal June 12, at Cardon Field.

June 18, 2012, 5:00pm Clark County News

On June 12 at Cardon Field, the Camas and Washougal high school football players and coaches welcomed the opportunity to play a game against each other for the first time in nearly four years. "There's a connection with these kids through youth football," said Washougal head coach Bob Jacobs. "The… Read story

A Spartan Sprint obstacle race will take place at the Washougal Motocross Park Saturday. As many as 6,000 competitors from the U.S. and several foreign countries are expected to attend. Racing occurs from 9 a.m.

Become a Spartan in Washougal

A Spartan Sprint obstacle race will take place at the Washougal Motocross Park Saturday. As many as 6,000 competitors from the U.S. and several foreign countries are expected to attend. Racing occurs from 9 a.m.

June 12, 2012, 5:00pm Clark County News

Take the natural elements like earth, air, fire and water -- throw in some barbed wire -- and you have the blueprint for a Spartan Race. The world's leading obstacle racing event comes to the Washougal Motocross Park for the first time Saturday. Admission is $15. Elite heats occur from… Read story