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Rene' Carroll, of Washougal, signed copies of her book &quot;Legendary Locals of Camas and Washougal&quot; on Friday night at Runyan's Jewelers in downtown Camas. The book, which profiles the individuals and groups, past and present, who have had a lasting impact on the community, was officially released yesterday by Arcadia Publishing. Carroll will hold three more book signing events before Christmas.

Camas-Washougal history detective

Rene' Carroll, of Washougal, signed copies of her book &quot;Legendary Locals of Camas and Washougal&quot; on Friday night at Runyan's Jewelers in downtown Camas. The book, which profiles the individuals and groups, past and present, who have had a lasting impact on the community, was officially released yesterday by Arcadia Publishing. Carroll will hold three more book signing events before Christmas.

December 9, 2013, 4:00pm Clark County News

For more than two months, Rene' Johnston Carroll was a history detective. In February, the longtime Washougal resident signed a contract with Arcadia Publishing to write "Legendary Locals of Camas and Washougal." Representatives from the company, which has published other historical books focusing on the local area in its "Images… Read story

Washougal budget supports social services

December 9, 2013, 4:00pm Clark County News

The 2014 budget for the city of Washougal includes $7,500 for the East County Family Resource Center. City Councilman Dave Shoemaker spoke against the "cash subsidy" during the council meeting last night, saying social services should be funded by the county or private sector donations. "We need to focus our… Read story

Washougal approves marijuana moratorium

December 9, 2013, 4:00pm Clark County News

It will be at least six months before retail businesses in Washougal can consider selling marijuana, if they are approved by the Washington State Department of Revenue. The Washougal City Council approved an emergency ordinance on Dec. 2, regarding the establishment of retail businesses that sell marijuana. It establishes a… Read story

Capell named next Camas city administrator

December 9, 2013, 4:00pm Clark County News

A longtime Clark County employee has accepted an offer to become the next Camas city administrator. Camas Mayor Scott Higgins announced Friday that Peter S. Capell, current Clark County public works director, has been given a conditional offer of employment, pending reference and background checks. He is expected to start… Read story

Holiday camps often include the chance for young attendees to make gifts for family and friends.

Winter break options abound

Holiday camps often include the chance for young attendees to make gifts for family and friends.

December 9, 2013, 4:00pm Clark County News

Looking for something the kids can do during winter break?If so, the local area offers several camps on most days school is closed. The Camas Community Center is hosting two holiday-themed camps on Dec. 23 and 24 and Jan. 30 and 31. "There are always so many last minute things… Read story

School notes for Dec. 10, 2013

December 9, 2013, 4:00pm Clark County News

Connell graduates from pilot training Kristen Connell, 2008 graduate of Camas High School, and 2012 graduate of the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, graduated from pilot training at Vance Air Force Base in Enid, Okla., on Nov. 15. Read story

Temple Financial collects ‘Giving Tree’ donations

December 9, 2013, 4:00pm Business

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,… Read story

Vancouver police officer on trial in wrongful death suit

December 9, 2013, 4:00pm Clark County News

A Vancouver police officer is one of two former Fresno police officers on trial this week in a federal wrongful death lawsuit in Fresno, Calif., for shooting a man to death in March 2009 in the parking lot of his apartment complex. Read story

A motorist was trapped inside her SUV after the vehicle slid off an icy section of Northeast Risto Road late Tuesday morning.

Motorist trapped upside-down when SUV slides off icy road

A motorist was trapped inside her SUV after the vehicle slid off an icy section of Northeast Risto Road late Tuesday morning.

December 9, 2013, 4:00pm Clark County News

A motorist was unhurt but trapped upside-down in her SUV after the vehicle went off an icy road east of Battle Ground this morning. Read story

Hunter Schwabe, 6, of Battle Ground and first grader at Firm Foundation Christian School, throws a snowball at her dad, Ron Schwabe on Tuesday.

Weeklong cold snap begins to thaw

Hunter Schwabe, 6, of Battle Ground and first grader at Firm Foundation Christian School, throws a snowball at her dad, Ron Schwabe on Tuesday.

December 9, 2013, 4:00pm Clark County News

Battle Ground, Green Mountain, Hockinson, La Center, Ridgefield and Washougal schools closed today Read story