Entries by Ernest Geigenmiller

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Effort to Save Pearson Air Museum Gains Momentum

The Save Pearson Air Museum movement continues as supporters work with local and federal officials to push back against last week’s abrupt closure of the beloved facility. Just over a week ago, after 18 months of failed negotiations, the National Park Service (NPS), which owns the Pearson Air Museum property, gave museum operators (Fort Vancouver […]

Camas Wrestling Sends 4 to State Tournament

The Camas High School Wrestling team placed fifth in regionals this past weekend, and qualified four wrestlers for the upcoming State Tournament. Papermakers Tye Lommasson and Austin Miller became Camas’ first regional champs in over four years.  And Bryant Elliott and Dakota Safford also qualified for state by placing fourth in their respective weight classes.  […]

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NPS Closes Pearson Air Museum

Earlier this week, the National Park Service (NPS) abruptly closed the Pearson Air Museum after months of negotiation failed to produce a new agreement between museum operators and the NPS. As Pearson Air Museum operators and supporters cry foul, local politicians are speedily working to draft legislation to address several key issues involved in this […]

Camas Votes on Proposed School Levy This Tuesday; Facts on the Maintenance & Operations, Technology Levy

This coming Tuesday, February 12, Camas citizens are voting on a four-year school replacement Maintenance and Operations funding levy, which is designed to address state funding gaps. The levy has multiple components – 1) Maintenance and Operation (M&O), which will allow the Camas School District to meet staff funding obligations; and 2) Technology, which covers […]

Hoops: Varsity Lady Papermakers Advance

Hoops! The Lady Papermakers keep plugging away. On Thursday night, they clinched a spot in the bi-district tournament for the fourth straight year with a hard fought 42-30 win over Evergreen.  Brenna Khaw got 17 points and 5 assists, while Sierra Brown added 12 points and 5 rebounds. The second quarter made up for a […]

Camas Boys Swim Team Wins District Championship

The Camas High School Boys Swim team won their fourth consecutive District title Thursday at Propstra Pool, with a final score of 459, soundly beating four other schools and finishing off a dominate season. The Papermakers earned first place finishes in nine of 11 events, and Kasey Calwell earned a personal record in the 200 […]

Camas Seniors Honored at National Letter of Intent Signing

Camas High School honored several Papermakers on Wednesday as they signed their National Letters of Intent to attend the university or college of their choosing. A total of nine seniors were present to sign their letters and say a few words about their choices. The nine students are scholar-athletes and have worked hard throughout their […]