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U.S. firms posting more jobs, filling few

April 8, 2013, 5:00pm Business

WASHINGTON -- U.S. employers have more job openings than at any other time in nearly five years. That's in part because they seem in no hurry to fill them. Read story

Amtrak says ridership has increased in the first six months of fiscal year 2013, with ridership in March setting a record as the single best month ever in Amtrak's history.

Amtrak ridership hits record levels

Amtrak says ridership has increased in the first six months of fiscal year 2013, with ridership in March setting a record as the single best month ever in Amtrak's history.

April 8, 2013, 5:00pm Business

NEW YORK -- Amtrak ridership increased in the first six months of fiscal year 2013, with ridership in March setting a record as the single best month ever in Amtrak's history, the railroad said Tuesday. Read story

A student celebrates with a volunteer after participating in a Northwest Association of Blind Athletes goalball tournament in March, in Canby, Ore. &quot;It is a game that requires superb hearing skills, excellent reflexes and superb mental concentration,&quot; said Billy Henry, co-founder of the NWABA.

Camas’ Teresa Lawwill volunteers with NW Association of Blind Athletes

A student celebrates with a volunteer after participating in a Northwest Association of Blind Athletes goalball tournament in March, in Canby, Ore. &quot;It is a game that requires superb hearing skills, excellent reflexes and superb mental concentration,&quot; said Billy Henry, co-founder of the NWABA.

April 8, 2013, 5:00pm Clark County News

A local resident is the newest board member for the Northwest Association of Blind Athletes. Teresa Lawwill, of Camas, recently agreed to join the board of directors. She previously served the association by volunteering on the auction committee. Lawwill, community relations director for the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce, has… Read story

The third Camas Casino Night is set for Saturday, April 27, at Westlie Ford on the Port of Camas-Wasougal.

Casino night returns to Camas

The third Camas Casino Night is set for Saturday, April 27, at Westlie Ford on the Port of Camas-Wasougal.

April 8, 2013, 5:00pm Clark County News

A little bit of Las Vegas is coming to Westlie Ford on Saturday, April 27. That's when the Camas Athletics Boosters Club will host its third-annual casino night and auction fundraiser. Proceeds benefit sports programs at Camas High School, Liberty Middle School and Skyridge Middle School. "We assist with items… Read story

Joe Blanco moved to Camas from Pennsylvania in October, and hasn't wasted time getting involved in his new hometown.

Camas man promotes cycling, history through Vancouver Bicycle Club events

Joe Blanco moved to Camas from Pennsylvania in October, and hasn't wasted time getting involved in his new hometown.

April 8, 2013, 5:00pm Clark County News

A Camas man has taken two of his lifelong passions and fused them together to promote the beauty and background of the local area. Read story

Washougal prayer issue is postponed

April 8, 2013, 5:00pm Clark County News

The issue of allowing prayer at Washougal City Council meetings involved public comments last night, but there was no council discussion. Councilwoman Connie Jo Freeman, who has expressed support for allowing prayer at meetings, requested the issue be delayed until further notice. Councilwoman Jennifer McDaniel pointed out that some of… Read story

Paige Maas, a Hathaway Elementary School third-grader, shakes hands with Gov.

Paige Maas, local elementary school student, advocates for those with diabetes

Paige Maas, a Hathaway Elementary School third-grader, shakes hands with Gov.

April 8, 2013, 5:00pm Clark County News

On April 25, 2011, Paige Maas's life changed forever. It was the day she was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. An active 7-year-old, Paige became lethargic, constantly thirsty and just wasn't herself. When her parents brought her to the doctor, her blood sugar level was dangerously high. She was admitted… Read story

In 2002, construction crews worked to install the &quot;crystal corridor&quot; skylight inside the Camas Public Library building on Northeast Fourth Avenue. The library's remodel and new addition, funded with a $7.9 million voter approved bond, opened to the public in May 2003.

Camas Public Library turns 90

In 2002, construction crews worked to install the &quot;crystal corridor&quot; skylight inside the Camas Public Library building on Northeast Fourth Avenue. The library's remodel and new addition, funded with a $7.9 million voter approved bond, opened to the public in May 2003.

April 8, 2013, 5:00pm Clark County News

For the past 90 years, the Camas Public Library has been a community destination. Often referred to as the "living room of Camas," by staff, the library is a place to study, meet people, learn, and it also serves as a cultural center. The library first opened in the back… Read story

Washougal Council voices discontent with CRC project

April 8, 2013, 5:00pm Clark County News

The Washougal City Council has approved a resolution that urges Washington legislators and the State Department of Transportation to pursue a more cost effective alternative to the Columbia River Crossing Locally Preferred Alternative. The vote during the council meeting last night was 5 to 2, in favor of the resolution.… Read story

Annice Sampson (left) and Edith Arndt (right) admire the windows of Camas Antiques, next to the Liberty Theatre. The longtime friends walk together four days a week through their Camas neighborhood and into the downtown business core.

Edith Arndt and Annice Sampson walk for fitness & friendship

Annice Sampson (left) and Edith Arndt (right) admire the windows of Camas Antiques, next to the Liberty Theatre. The longtime friends walk together four days a week through their Camas neighborhood and into the downtown business core.

April 8, 2013, 5:00pm Clark County News

Two Camas women appreciate their five decades of friendship. Edith Arndt, 84, and Annice Sampson, 74, walk together four days a week through their neighborhood and into the downtown business core. Their round trip route is a little less than two miles. "Walking is the best exercise there is, but… Read story