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Patrick Wetzel, 41, appears Friday in Clark County Superior Court on suspicion of first-degree burglary, second-degree unlawful possession of a firearm, reckless endangerment, aiming/discharging a firearm and protection order violation. He’s accused of violating a domestic violence no-contact order with his estranged wife and pointing a gun at law enforcement before a Clark County sheriff’s deputy shot him Wednesday night in Camas.

Camas man, on a unicycle, pointed a gun at Clark County deputies before being shot, say court records

Patrick Wetzel, 41, appears Friday in Clark County Superior Court on suspicion of first-degree burglary, second-degree unlawful possession of a firearm, reckless endangerment, aiming/discharging a firearm and protection order violation. He’s accused of violating a domestic violence no-contact order with his estranged wife and pointing a gun at law enforcement before a Clark County sheriff’s deputy shot him Wednesday night in Camas.

November 15, 2024, 4:26pm Clark County News

A man accused of violating a domestic violence no-contact order was riding a unicycle as law enforcement responded to his Camas house for reports of gunfire Wednesday night. He then pointed a gun at officers before he was shot by a Clark County sheriff’s deputy, court records state. Read story

Law enforcement officers respond to the scene of a shooting in Camas on Thursday morning, Nov. 14, 2024.

Clark County deputy shoots man believed to be violating a no-contact order in Camas

Law enforcement officers respond to the scene of a shooting in Camas on Thursday morning, Nov. 14, 2024.

November 14, 2024, 1:05pm Clark County News

A Clark County sheriff’s deputy shot a man who law enforcement believed was violating a no-contact order Wednesday night at a home in Camas, according to the agency. Read story

The Washougal School District Administrative Offices (Amanda Cowan/The Columbian)

Washougal school district lands on state’s ‘financial warning’ list

The Washougal School District Administrative Offices (Amanda Cowan/The Columbian)

November 9, 2024, 6:11am Clark County News

The Washougal School District received a financial warning from the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction indicating the district is facing potential difficulties. Read story

The first phase of the Hyas Point development is expected to be completed by the fall of 2024.

‘This is so epic’: First phase of Hyas Point development breaks ground at Washougal waterfront

The first phase of the Hyas Point development is expected to be completed by the fall of 2024.

November 9, 2024, 6:10am Business

The crunching sound of 14 gold-plated shovels digging into the dirt signaled the official start of a community development project that has been 15 years in the making. Read story

Washougal resident Robert Bromley sits inside his wheeled all-terrain vehicle in an undated photo.

Washougal OKs wheeled ATVs on most of city’s roads

Washougal resident Robert Bromley sits inside his wheeled all-terrain vehicle in an undated photo.

November 9, 2024, 6:10am Clark County News

The city of Washougal is adopting a rule that allows wheeled ATVs on most city streets. But don’t expect the city to turn into something out of “Mad Max.” The ordinance comes with speed limits and safety requirements, including licensing. Read story

Daily Paper Coffee Roasters, a coffee roastery and drive-thru coffee shop at 3016 N.E. Everett St., in Camas, opened in September.

Daily Paper Coffee Roasters owners draw on passion for coffee, family at Camas shop

Daily Paper Coffee Roasters, a coffee roastery and drive-thru coffee shop at 3016 N.E. Everett St., in Camas, opened in September.

November 5, 2024, 6:05am Business

Tucked into a corner of the Daily Paper Coffee Roasters drive-thru in Camas, a sign speaks to the owners’ philosophy: “Quality takes time. Thank you for your patience.” Read story

Reuben Cottingham, Akin’s East County Family Resource Center manager, picks up a box of graham crackers from the food shelves at the center Oct. 28.

Washougal food pantry asks for help as supplies dwindle, need grows

Reuben Cottingham, Akin’s East County Family Resource Center manager, picks up a box of graham crackers from the food shelves at the center Oct. 28.

November 2, 2024, 6:10am Clark County News

The East County Family Resource Center in Washougal is asking for donations to supplement a rapidly dwindling food supply. The pantry is close to running out of food, according to staff. Read story

The Washougal School District is buying 31 acres north of city limits for a future school campus. Leaders say the could envision developing something like the Jemtegaard Middle School/Columbia River Gorge Elementary campus, which was built in 2017.

Washougal School District buys 31 acres for a future campus

The Washougal School District is buying 31 acres north of city limits for a future school campus. Leaders say the could envision developing something like the Jemtegaard Middle School/Columbia River Gorge Elementary campus, which was built in 2017.

November 2, 2024, 6:10am Clark County News

The Washougal School District is buying 31 acres northeast of Washougal for a future school site. Read story

At the Washington State Main Street Program’s annual Excellence on Main awards ceremony, the Downtown Camas Association was honored with the Outstanding Special Project Award for its Camas Culture Art Block.

Downtown Camas Association wins outstanding special project award

At the Washington State Main Street Program’s annual Excellence on Main awards ceremony, the Downtown Camas Association was honored with the Outstanding Special Project Award for its Camas Culture Art Block.

November 2, 2024, 5:02am Clark County News

CAMAS – At the Washington State Main Street Program’s annual Excellence on Main awards ceremony, the Downtown Camas Association was honored with the Outstanding Special Project Award for its Camas Culture Art Block, which uses art to celebrate the diverse cultures of people living in Camas. The award was announced… Read story

Earlier this month, the property neighboring the Lacamas Heritage Trailhead was tilled and planted with clover. Some botanists worry it has wiped out most of Washington’s remaining Bradshaw’s lomatium plants, although the property owners disagree.

Camas field containing rare, native plant tilled; owner says species will come back, but botanists disagree

Earlier this month, the property neighboring the Lacamas Heritage Trailhead was tilled and planted with clover. Some botanists worry it has wiped out most of Washington’s remaining Bradshaw’s lomatium plants, although the property owners disagree.

October 30, 2024, 12:37pm Clark County News

In just a few hours earlier this month, nearly the entire remaining population of Bradshaw’s lomatium, an extremely rare native perennial plant species also known as desert parsley, was wiped out after a 20-acre parcel of private property was tilled by the owners. At least that’s the claim made by… Read story