Stories for September 28, 2012

3A GSHL football: Kelso 40, Hudson's Bay 0

Kelso 40, Hudson's Bay 0

Ridgefield goes forth to earn win in 2A GSHL debut

Fourth-down plays help Spudders beat Hockinson

Ridgefield converted four times on fourth down Friday night, including twice on the opening drive of the second half to help cement a 42-18 home victory over Hockinson

3A GSHL football: Columbia River 62, Fort Vancouver 12

Columbia River 62, Fort Vancouver 12

4A GSHL football: Union 56, Heritage 19

Union 56, Heritage 19

2A GSHL football: R.A. Long 34, Washougal 31

R.A. Long 34, Washougal 31

1A Trico football: Stevenson 30, Kalama 0

Stevenson 30, Kalama 0

1A Trico football: Toledo 60, Seton Catholic 13

Toledo 60, Seton Catholic 13

1A Trico football: La Center 36, White Salmon 7

La Center 36, White Salmon 7

NFL refs approve deal, scramble for Sunday return

IRVING, Texas (AP) -- NFL referees have voted and approved a new eight-year deal with the league. Now they all can get back to the business of calling games.

Sheriff’s top ticket-writer promotes safety

Deputy says his goal is to educate drivers

Sheriff’s top ticket-writer promotes safety

Clark honors late music man Dale Beacock

Building renamed for dedicated musician, teacher, businessman

Dale Beacock influenced a lot of young lives in the Clark College music building.

Teen jumps from moving car after tiff with mom

A 17-year-old female was injured after she stepped out of her car along Highway 99 Friday afternoon, officials said.

Diamond Tea pays tribute to local women

Brush Prairie woman organizes annual event

Brush Prairie resident Angela Maitland had everything she thought she wanted out of life: a husband, five children and the ability to stay at home with her five children. So, she was perplexed about why she felt a void in her life.

Mutai aims for world record in Berlin Marathon

BERLIN (AP) -- Geoffrey Mutai returns to the flat course of the Berlin Marathon seeking to break the world record and prove Kenyan athletics officials were wrong in leaving him off the Olympic team for London.

4A GSHL football: Battle Ground 40, Evergreen 6

Battle Ground quarterback Ian Humphrey threw for 372 yards and six touchdowns as the Tigers beat the Plainsmen 40-6.

Mother Nature's classroom

Hundreds of Clark County students get hands-on instruction at annual Watersheds Festival

Hundreds of kids on Friday afternoon learned science in the most natural way: from Mother Nature.

Free admission at fort for Public Lands Day

Petrova beats Radwanska to win Pan Pacific title

TOKYO (AP) -- Russia's Nadia Petrova beat defending champion Agnieska Radwanska 6-0, 1-6, 6-3 on Saturday to win the Pan Pacific Open.

Resource fair aimed at young parents

Clark County, local school districts and nonprofits are hosting a resource fair for teenage and young parents.

Human remains found in Skamania County

A homeowner bulldozing brush off Turk Road in Skamania County found human remains Sunday afternoon, the Skamania County Sheriff's Office said Friday.

Hood River-Mosier trail still closed

Update of milepost 66 fire in Gorge, Cascade Creek fire on Mount Adams

Woman pleads guilty to Craigslist prostitution robbery

A woman accused of plotting to rob a Hazel Dell man who answered her prostitution ad was sentenced Friday to three years and nine months in prison.

Japan's Yoshida wins at women's wrestling worlds

SHERWOOD PARK, Alberta (AP) -- Japan's Saori Yoshida ran her string of international championship wins to 13 on Friday night in the women's wrestling world championships, pinning American Helen Maroulis in the second round in the 55-kilogram title match to capture her 10th senior world crown.

Whalen scores 20 to lead Lynx past Storm 78-70

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Lindsay Whalen scored 20 points, Seimone Augustus had 19 and the defending champion Minnesota Lynx beat the Seattle Storm 78-70 in the opener of the Western Conference semifinals Friday night.

Zusi scores twice as Sporting KC beats Fire 2-0

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) -- Graham Zusi scored two goals, and Sporting Kansas City clinched a playoff spot with a 2-0 win over the Chicago Fire on Friday night.

Chargers will have new kicker Sunday in KC

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- The San Diego Chargers will have a new kicker Sunday in Kansas City, with the team saying regular kicker Nate Kaeding didn't make the trip for the game.

No sign of remains in latest search for Jimmy Hoffa

Police receive tip about Teamsters boss who disappeared in 1975

ROSEVILLE, Mich. — Authorities drilled through concrete and removed two samples of wet soil and clay in a modest Detroit-area neighborhood Friday in the latest effort to find the remains of Teamsters boss Jimmy Hoffa, who disappeared in 1975.There was no visible sign of human remains, but test results could be ready by Monday, Roseville Police Chief James Berlin said.

Brown tops qualifying at NHRA Midwest Nationals

MADISON, Ill. (AP) -- Top Fuel racer Antron Brown led a record-setting day of qualifying Friday in the NHRA Midwest Nationals at Gateway Motorsports Park.

Colton Chapple helps Harvard rout Holy Cross, 52-3

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) -- Colton Chapple threw four touchdown passes in Harvard's 49-point first half and the Crimson went on to rout Holy Cross 52-3 on Friday night.

McCarthy encouraged with progress from head injury

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Brandon McCarthy's hair is growing back fast and that big scar on the right side of his head hardly noticeable anymore.

Harding leads Dream past Fever in Game 1

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Lindsey Harding scores 23 points to lead the Atlanta Dream in a 75-66 win over the Indiana Fever in the Eastern Conference semifinals on Friday night.

Simon wins men's 1500 in short track photo finish

KEARNS, Utah (AP) -- Jeff Simon of Las Vegas won his first competition since being injured more than two years ago with a dramatic photo finish in the men's 1,500 meters at the U.S. Single Distance Short Track Speedskating Championships.

Washington's minimum wage jumps to $9.19 per hour in January

Wage increase tied to 1.67 percent increase in Consumer Price Index

Clark County Parade of Homes wows, but fewer visit

Builders note enthusiasm among attendees who toured 4 upscale houses

Clark County's premier show of homes drew a lighter crowd during its three-week run this month.

Free admission at three museums Saturday

The annual Museum Day Live! hosted by Smithsonian magazine is Saturday. That means participating museums across the country offer free admission to visitors.

Candidates forum set for Thursday

Legislative, Clark County and Clark Public Utilities candidates will participate in a forum Thursday at the Cedars on Salmon Creek, 15001 N.E. 181st St. in Brush Prairie.

Hawaii DTs carted off field, flash 'shaka' sign

PROVO, Utah (AP) -- Two Hawaii defensive tackles have been taken to the hospital after being injured in apparent helmet-to-helmet collisions on back-to-back series during the first quarter against Brigham Young on Friday night.

Friday Football Scoreboard and Live Chat 9/28

In-game updates available here

Friday's high school football games involving Clark County-area teams:

Clippers' Paul still rehabbing thumb, Griffin a go

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Chris Paul says he'll be ready to play by the Los Angeles Clippers' season opener on Oct. 31, which comes barely two months after the All-Star guard had right thumb surgery.

Jazz won't allow disgruntled Bell at training camp

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- The Utah Jazz will not allow disgruntled guard Raja Bell to join the team for training camp even though he remains under contract and they haven't been able to agree on buyout terms.

Pass rush bolsters Seahawks defense

SEATTLE (AP) -- Eight sacks in a single half may even be more than Pete Carroll envisioned for his young, explosive defense.

Cardinals' David Freese misses 4th straight start

ST. LOUIS (AP) -- David Freese of the St. Louis Cardinals missed his fourth straight start with a sprained right ankle, but felt good enough to take pregame batting practice.

Vizquel apologizes for critical comments

TORONTO (AP) -- Omar Vizquel has apologized to his Toronto Blue Jays teammates for telling a local newspaper the ballclub wasn't doing enough to correct repeated mistakes by their players.

Texas defense without 2 starters against OSU

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- The No. 12 Texas Longhorns will be without two starters on defense Saturday night against Oklahoma State, the highest-scoring team in the nation.

Kolb's wife has baby girl, timing just right

TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) -- Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kevin Kolb's wife had perfect timing, at least as far as football goes.

Darvish feels no discomfort in bullpen session

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Yu Darvish felt no discomfort after throwing in the bullpen for the first time since skipping his previous turn for the Texas Rangers because of neck stiffness.

Eagles, Dawkins prepare for an emotional night

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Brian Dawkins has no idea how he'll react Sunday, when he watches his No. 20 jersey formally retired before the Eagles-Giants game at Lincoln Financial Field.

Oregon pot dispensary targeted in raid hosted visits from politicians

A Washington County medical marijuana dispensary raided by authorities has hosted politicians for tours to advocate for medical marijuana plants.

Redskins LT Trent Williams questionable for Sunday

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) -- Washington Redskins left tackle Trent Williams is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after being limited in practice with a bone bruise in his right knee.

Pirates 2B Neil Walker out with back injury

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pirates second baseman Neil Walker is going to miss the rest of the season because of lower back soreness.

Jets' Coples ready to break out after quiet start

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) -- The New York Jets drafted Quinton Coples in the first round, expecting the big defensive lineman to make an immediate impact.

Blade runner Pistorius to play in Dunhill Links

ST ANDREWS, Scotland (AP) -- Oscar Pistorius, the 25-year-old double amputee coming off inspirational performances in the Olympics and Paralympics, is set to play in the pro-am competition next week in the European Tour's Alfred Dunhill Links Championship.

In Our View: Smoother Path for Pendleton

Settlement with L&I gives company and workers reason for optimism

After a figurative but wild roller-coaster ride for the past eight months, the iconic Pendleton Woolen Mills textile plant in Washougal appears to be approaching a period of stability. At least, that's what the plant's 190 workers, supervisors and management officials are hoping.Starting in December 2011, the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries launched inspections at the mill that lasted through May. In June, L&I cited Pendleton for three dozen "serious" safety and health rule violations, plus five lesser violations, and imposed $93,300 in penalties. In July, Pendleton appealed.

Fall sports athlete of the week 9/28

Andrea Young, Union swimming is the fall athlete of the week for the week ending Sept. 22

Marcus: Facts keep Romney's tax policy from penciling out

Three fallacies and two dangers are at the heart of Mitt Romney's tax policy.

Vipers latest Vancouver entry in jr. hockey

Mountain View Ice Arena once again home for team

Developmental-level junior hockey is back in Vancouver under new management, and with another nickname.

Editorial Cartoon: Late for 'The View'

Sept. 28

Talking Points: End to the flopping?

What's the buzz from the world of sports? Here are some items that will have people talking: NBA floppers; Cleveland Indians

Letter: Obama's efforts saved jobs

President Obama took office during the worst economic downturn since the Great Depression. During George W. Bush's presidency, we had some of the slowest private-sector job growth since World War II. American workers' income stalled and, yet, productivity grew. The richest 1 percent's income exploded.

Bits 'n' Pieces: 'Sweeney Todd' star visits Ridgefield students

A special guest recently visited Ridgefield High School to give Bob Meek's theater and choir students some tips on singing, acting and careers in creativity.

Dining Out: Battle Ground brewpub is also good for breakfast

Laurelwood Public House & Brewery is an option for weekend breakfasts. Menu items range from house-made Space Stout buttermilk biscuits to scrambles that include a house-made chorizo, as well as griddle selections served with brown sugar-cinnamon butter, and hazelnut-finished ham.

Thorogood pays tribute to influences

He covers Chess Records bluesmen, rockers on new CD

George Thorogood's new CD, "2120 South Michigan Avenue," is the veteran blues rocker's tribute to the blues and early rock and roll artists that recorded for the legendary Chess Records label in the 1950s and 1960s.

Letter: Local business serves community

I was disheartened by the Sept. 19 story, "Grocery store planned for old Fred Meyer site," which said the store could "result in bringing groceries to a Vancouver neighborhood that has sorely lacked access to fresh foods." I wasn't surprised a new business was attempting to locate there, but I was shocked that the paper failed to recognize the St. John's IGA store that has served the area almost 30 years.

Death Notices

A daily listing of death notices.

Letter: Foundation built on fiction

Coming out of their national convention, the Democrats now are running on the fictions that:

Letter Rising population is a concern

1. Fact: Since the year I was born, the U.S. population has more than tripled.

Letter: Coal trains carry costs, dangers

Having coal trains coming through Vancouver would be too financially risky. Vancouver taxpayers would have to help fund additional bridges and pay for improvements on the railroad bridge over the Columbia River.

Kelowna in Portland for back-to-back games

The Portland Winterhawks host the Kelowna Rockets both Friday and Saturday at the Rose Garden.

Camas set for its 4A GSHL debut

Papermakers open league play by hosting Skyview

One could argue this is the biggest game in Camas football history.

Vital Statistics

Births, marriage dissolutions, marriage licenses, court sentencings

Put your stamp on grapes at Stompfest

Rusty Grape Vineyard contest lets patrons experience how wine was once made

Rusty Grape Vineyard has an unusual way for winery newcomers to get their feet wet this weekend. For a mere $20, visitors can take off their shoes and squish their way to victory in a series of grape-stomping contests starting at 1 p.m. Saturday.

Veterans Court benefit boasts 8 hours of music

Eight hours of free musical entertainment will highlight a Saturday fundraiser for the Clark County Veterans Court.

Raiders receiver has no recollection of big hit

ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) -- Oakland Raiders wide receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey still has no recollection of the devastating hit by Pittsburgh safety Ryan Mundy last week that left him with a concussion and neck strain.

Nowitzki a changed man on a changed Mavs squad

DALLAS (AP) -- Dirk Nowitzki is a changed man on a Dallas Mavericks team that has again changed drastically.

Jockey Club Gold Cup tops SuperSaturday at Belmont

NEW YORK (AP) -- Bill Mott is looking at a big day at Belmont Park.

Boise State looks for an end to touchdown drought

BOISE, Idaho (AP) -- New Mexico coach Bob Davie isn't drawing any conclusions about a Boise State offense that has struggled and sputtered in the red zone.

Texas to honor Jody Conradt with statue in arena

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- The University of Texas will honor former women's coach Jody Conradt with a bronze statue inside the Longhorns' basketball arena.

No. 4 Florida State takes show on road

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Three years later, Florida State remembers and South Florida can't forget.

Kansas signs hoops coach Self to new contract

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) -- Kansas basketball coach Bill Self has agreed to a new contract that will play him $3.856 million annually through the 2021-22 season.

Jaguars WR Robinson practices, should play

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) -- Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Laurent Robinson returned to practice Friday and is expected to play against Cincinnati.

Truex looks to rediscover winning ways at Dover

DOVER, Del. (AP) -- Martin Truex Jr. hopes a return to the site of his lone Sprint Cup victory can help overcome a slow start in the Chase for the Sprint Cup championship.

Titans LB McCarthy to miss 3rd straight game

NASHVILEL, Tenn. (AP) -- Titans middle linebacker Colin McCarthy will miss a third straight game with his sprained right ankle, and receiver Kenny Britt has missed his third straight practice with his own injured left ankle.

Texas to honor Jody Conradt with statue

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- The University of Texas will honor former women's coach Jody Conradt with a bronze statue outside the Longhorns' basketball arena.

APNewsBreak: No federal charges on 38 Studios

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) -- The U.S. Attorney's office in Rhode Island says no federal criminal charges will be brought in the case of the video game company owned by former Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling, which received a $75 million state loan guarantee before going belly up. A state investigation continues.