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It's The Troy Lee Designs Race Tech Blair Matthes Project where industry insiders Daniel Blair and Steve Matthes dig in on a multitude of topics. In today's episode, we talk about some things from Washougal and bring on MX Reference's Nick Taylor to tell us some very wild stats from this year. Let's dive in!

Two men from Oregon, Ryan A. Culvert of Hillsboro and William Galeana Yovis of Beaverton, were arrested in Washougal after a two-day undercover operation targeting individuals seeking to sexually exploit children. No actual minor was involved. Both are now in Clark County Jail. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/washougal-police-department-child-exploitation-operation-leads-to-two-arrests/ #WashougalPolice #ChildExploitation #ClarkCounty #PublicSafety #WashingtonState #LawEnforcement

Wrapping up action from the race weekend, covering all the scoops, with the normal cast of characters.

Presented by Maxxis On paper, the 450 class results at Washougal might seem boring, but trust us; there was plenty to talk about in this week's Maxxis Kickstart Podcast! The 250 class, meanwhile, seemed equally boring on paper with a 1-1, 2-2, 3-3, podium, but it was also filled with excitement and drama! Chase Curtis is on assignment today, so ARay and swap ran a two-man show this week. Enjoy!

With Ryan Villopoto (@ryanvillopoto) on assignment, Ricky Carmichael (@rickycarmichael) called in former rival Kevin Windham to discuss last weekend's Pro Motocross race at Washougal. The Hall of Famers discussed the family "feud" between Hunter and Jett Lawrence, Haiden Deegan's progression, the insanity that is the 250 class, and words for Levi Kitchen. Follow us on Instagram TitleTwoFourWatch us on the Motorsports on NBC YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us Fan MailLewis Phillips and Michael Lindsay reflect on round eight of the 2026 AMA Pro Motocross Championship on the 'DeCal Works Post-Race Show' on Vital MX presented by Fox Racing, Yoshimura R&D, Yamaha Motor USA and Motorex.

Bienvenue dans un nouveau DV Talks Moto - Le Débrief avec David Vuillemin, Marvin Musquin et Hugo Manzato !Cette semaine, retour sur deux gros rendez-vous du week-end :

Post-race interviews brought to you by Pro Circuit.

Keefer and family discuss a the weekend from Washougal. If you weren't there, listening to this show will be like you were. Get an inside look on what's like to be rookie in the AMA Pro Motocross Series.

The 722 ( Adam Enticknap ) and Matt Burkeen join us on another episode of Apres Moto live from Washougal!

Hunter Lawrence (00:21)Haiden Deegan (03:34)Cole Davies (05:36)Ryder DiFrancesco (06:47)Dylan Ferrandis (09:58)RJ Hampshire (13:40)Justin Barcia (17:23)Jordon Smith (19:59)Benny Bloss (22:02)Carson Mumford (24:48)Julien Beaumer (29:02)Mitchell Oldenburg (31:30)Dilan Schwartz (33:24)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us Fan MailDylan Ferrandis (00:06), Justin Barcia (04:52), Jordan Smith (09:44), Mikkel Haarup (15:05), Hunter Lawrence (23:24), Lars Lindstrom (30:18), Ryder DiFrancesco (42:54) and Julien Beaumer (47:39) discuss the eighth round of the 2026 AMA Pro Motocross series.

Send us Fan MailJett Lawrence (00:06), Hunter Lawrence (02:46), Jorge Prado (05:06), Levi Kitchen (07:34), Ryder DiFrancesco (10:49) and Casey Cochran (14:47) preview the eighth round of the 2026 AMA Pro Motocross series.

Nathan Teel raced Washougal MX Park hundreds of times as a pro. Now he returns not to compete, but to share his faith with riders and families as an FCA Motocross representative. His trackside ministry came together in under 10 months. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/god-motocross-and-washougal-create-awesome-message-for-fellowship-of-christian-athletes/ #FCAMotocross #WashougalMX #MotocrossMinistry #FellowshipOfChristianAthletes #ClarkCounty #WashougalWA #NathanTeel #Sports #Faith #PacificNorthwest

Levi Kitchen holds the red plate as the 250 Class points leader in the Pro Motocross Championship, and Saturday he races at Washougal MX Park, just hundreds of yards from his family home. Kitchen has 261 points this season, 24 ahead of Julien Beumer, and is chasing his first professional win in his hometown. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/washougal-mx-national-levi-kitchen-looking-to-inspire-younger-riders-win-in-his-hometown/ #WashougalMXNational #LeviKitchen #ProMotocross #Washougal #ClarkCounty #Motocross #250Class #FLYRacing

Washougal is Haiden Deegan's best chance to win. The Pro Motocross Championship moves to the Pacific Northwest where Haiden Deegan has an average finish of 1.3. Can he best the Lawrence brothers? Additionally, the SMX Insiders talk to Monster Energy Kawasaki's Chase Sexton and dive into the crucial round as the race towards the SMX Playoff heats up.

Discussing the scoops that affect your PulpMX Fantasy picks before you make them. Thanks to Motosport.com, Fly Racing, & 100%

After nearly 17 years leading Washougal and a 40-year local government career, City Manager David Scott will retire on April 15, 2027. His tenure included securing a $40 million federal Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant and transitioning the city to a council-manager form of government. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/city-of-washougal-announces-upcoming-retirement-of-city-manager-david-scott/ #Washougal #CityManager #LocalGovernment #ClarkCounty #WashingtonState #PublicService #Infrastructure #MunicipalLeadership

Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto dive into last weekend's race at Spring Creek including Julien Beaumer's first Moto win and what he nearly lost, Jett Lawrence's true opponent, the wild wrecks to start the Motos, Levi Kitchen taking control of the 250 class, Haiden big comeback run, a look ahead at Washougal and coming back from an ACL injury. Follow us on Instagram TitleTwoFourWatch us on the Motorsports on NBC YouTube Episode Notes(0:00) Welcome to Title 24(0:57) The Villos in Mississippi.(2:08) Great Changes in Millville.(5:21) Julien Beaumer's 1st career win.(7:40) Beaumer's Bowels.(9:44) Beaumer at Baker's.(10:55) Coming Up: the Wild 250 Class.(11:04) 250 Wild Starts Continue Consistency.(14:44) Who you gonna call: Mumford, Minear, Kitchen, Davies, Beaumer?(19:54) Kitchen's strategy changing?(21:02) Coming Up: What did Haiden just say?(21:22) Deegan: From Wild Crash and Dead Last, to Podium and Words.(23:48) Okay to help Haiden?(25:37) Haiden needs to keep the toe.(28:19) A couple notables...(29:29) Prado: Supercross better than Motocross.(32:56) RJ Hampshire or Garrett Marchbanks?(36:17) Jett Lawrence vs. Hunter, Haiden, or Himself?(44:10) Coming Up: Washougal is Next!(44:22) Levi and RV are on the same plane.(51:47) ACL recovery and how the pros do it.(58:56) Thanks for joining us! See you next week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Washougal resident Anthony Teso pushes back on a Washington Policy Center column, arguing that Senate Bill 5041 does not destabilize the unemployment trust fund and that striking workers drawing benefits are drawing on their own deferred wages, not employer funds. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-a-strike-is-the-withdrawal-of-labor-in-a-dispute-the-employer-co-produces-at-the-bargaining-table/ #Opinion #SB5041 #LaborRights #UnemploymentBenefits #WashingtonState #StrikingWorkers #ClarkCounty #Politics #Washougal #CollectiveBargaining ---

In both 2024 and 2025, Jake Watt, head brewer at Trap Door in Washougal, Washington, took home gold medals in the GABF fresh hop category for his beer, Fresher Than Fresh. Interestingly, the recipes for each of those beers was quite different—and the recipe for the 2026 edition that he'll submit this year will see more changes as well. Fresh-hopped beers are a moving target, ephemeral in nature, and making the best possible beers today means using all the things—unkilned cones harvested that morning, Cryo Fresh pellets, flowable hop products, and even a touch of Riwaka here and there. In this episode, Watt shares insights into the iterative changes and evolving ingredients in Trap Door's medal-winning fresh-hopped beer. Along the way, he touches on: unlocking the best Mosaic character with Krush and Riwaka using deep-cut Cascade with additional thiol character flavor stability in fresh-hopped beers when hot-side hopping taking advantage of fresh-hop season to gain access to specific lots from certain growers focusing on Oregon-grown hops for fresh-hopped beers due to earlier pick windows mechanically chopping fresh cones controlling dilution and pH rise in fresh-hopped beers layering in character with fresh-frozen hop pellets sneaking smaller amounts of Cryo Fresh into beers not labeled as fresh hops And more. This episode is brought to you by: G&D Chillers G&D's new Elite 290 Micro-series is built for brewers who care about sustainability and performance. It runs on a natural refrigerant with near-zero global warming potential (GWP), has a compact footprint, and features variable-speed fans for efficiency. We've chilled beer for more than 3,000 breweries across North America, and with 24/7 support and remote monitoring, your cold side stays dialed in—day or night. Get the details on natural-refrigerant technology at gdchillers.com/podcast. Berkeley Yeast At the World Beer Cup this year: Gold for West Coast IPA; Gold for Session IPA; Bronze, Silver, and Gold for New Zealand IPA; Bronze, Silver, and Gold for Classic IPA. All these beers were fermented with one yeast: FRESH™ Chico, Berkeley's low-diacetyl ale yeast.There's something you need to know: Diacetyl is not just a pass or a fail. Yes, at high levels, it's tragically bad. But even at low levels, it masks the good flavors. So if you want hop notes to pop, you need diacetyl to be ultra-low. These brewers trust Berkel ey Yeast for an ultra-clean fermentation because on the finals table, every little detail matters. And now FRESH™ Chico is available in dried bricks for as low as $88 at berkeleyyeast.com. PakTech This episode is sponsored by PakTech—delivering craft-beer multipacking you can trust. Our handles are made from 100 percent recycled plastic and are fully recyclable, helping breweries close the loop and advance the circular economy. With a minimalist design, durable functionality you can rely on, and custom color matching, our carriers help brands stand out while staying sustainable. Trusted by craft brewers nationwide, we offer a smarter, sustainable way to carry your beer. To learn more, visit paktech-opi.com. Indie Hops Oregon hop country is heaven to world-class lager varieties, and Indie Hops is proud to have introduced Oregon's newest lager hop, Lórien, in 2022. Lórien is in a growing list of beers that have found their way to the podium and—more importantly—into the hearts of lager lovers across the country. Discover Indie Hops Lórien. (Side effects may include rampant festivity, sales bumps, and exceeded expectations.) Indie Hops—Life is Short. Let's Make It Flavorful. Midea 50/50 Flex This podcast is sponsored by the Midea 50/50 flex—the industry's first dual-compartment three-way convertible freezer. The 50/50 Flex is designed to flex with your life. It can convert to all fridge, all freezer, or half and half with just the touch of a button. Plus, with reversible doors and adjustable storage compartments, you can stay organized no matter your food-storage needs. The 50/50 Flex is also designed to maintain a stable temperature even in non-climate-controlled spaces. So it's perfect for your garage, man cave, or wherever you need a little more space. Maybe use all 20 cubic feet as a beer fridge! Check out Midea.com/us/ for more information on how to take your beer storage to the next level. Briess Malting Briess Malting has been supplying craft brewers with the highest quality base and specialty malts since the early 1980s. As Briess celebrates their 150th Anniversary this year, they are proud to remain a fifth-generation, family-owned company. They love to support the creativity and passion in craft brewing that results in amazing beers. All Briess malts are made in America, so you can count on a reliable supply chain. Barley is sourced from 300 growers in the Bighorn Basin of Wyoming and Montana. Plus, technical support is available through their Center of Malting Excellence. With 150 years of malting expertise, check out why so many craft brewers trust Briess for their specialty malt at BrewingWithBriess.com. Wyeast Laboratories This episode is brought to you by Wyeast Laboratories. If you've brewed with our 1056 American Ale, you've brewed with the strain that helped build craft beer from the ground up. Four decades later, it's still one of the most-used strains in the country, delivering the same quality and consistency. As legendary liquid-yeast providers, we celebrated our 40th anniversary alongside America's 250th on the 4th of July, and as part of the celebration, we're offering 10 percent off every order of 1056 American Ale scheduled by July 31 and shipped by August 30. Already have an order in that window? Don't worry, your discount will be automatically applied. Here's to 40 years of living culture and best-in-craft liquid yeast. Check out the anniversary at wyeastlab.com.

The Endeavour Fund's $6 million gift — the largest in FVRL Foundation history — puts the new Washougal Community Library just $400,000 from its $10.4 million fundraising goal. The 14,000-square-foot facility at 222 Durgan Street is slated to open in 2028, replacing a 2,300-square-foot space that has served nearly 18,000 residents since 1981. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/business/record-6m-gift-brings-new-washougal-community-library-close-to-fundraising-finish-line/ #WashougalLibrary #FVRLibraries #ClarkCounty #WashougalWA #PublicLibrary #CommunityNews #WashingtonState ---

It's Thursday, July 9th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark and Adam McManus 2026 Global Persecution of Christian Index released International Christian Concern released its 2026 Global Persecution Index. The report highlights 20 countries where Christians face persecution. These countries include China, Cuba, India, Iran, and Nigeria. The report also put a spotlight on leaders of countries where persecution is worsening. These leaders include Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega, Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The report noted, “Despite mounting repression, Christianity continues to grow in unexpected places.” Examples of this include the Iranian house church movement and China's underground churches. Hebrews 13:3 says, “Continue to remember those in prison as if you were together with them in prison, and those who are mistreated as if you yourselves were suffering.” Christian British nurse, who affirmed biological accuracy, left alone The United Kingdom's Nursing and Midwifery Council dropped its case against a Christian nurse last week. Jennifer Melle worked at a hospital in London. In 2024, she used biologically-accurate pronouns with a patient who was pretending to be the opposite sex. She then faced suspension and an investigation. Thankfully, the nursing regulatory body has ended its case against her.  Melle commented, “Regulators should protect patients from real harm, not punish nurses for holding Christian beliefs, speaking truthfully about biological sex, or raising serious concerns in the public interest.” Trump: Ceasefire with Iran is over after Iran attacked ships in Strait The United States carried out retaliatory strikes on Iran yesterday. The strikes came hours after Iran attacked commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The Trump administration also restored sanctions on Iran's oil sales. U.S. President Donald Trump told reporters he considers the ceasefire with Iran to be over.  Listen. TRUMP: “They're vicious, violent people. If they had a nuclear weapon, they'd use it. As far as I'm concerned, it's over. I'll speak to our negotiators. They want to negotiate. They're good people: Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner. But they have to come back to me. As far as I'm concerned, it's just a waste of time dealing with them.” Ban on Planned Parenthood funding expired last week The federal government's ban on Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood expired last week. Congress passed legislation last year that cut the funding for just one year. As a result, dozens of Planned Parenthood locations have closed since then. However, the abortion giant can now resume its reimbursement from Medicaid. Some Republican lawmakers are calling for another bill to defund Planned Parenthood.  Call your Congressman at 202-225-3121 and ask him or her to vote to continue to defund the abortion giant Planned Parenthood. If you don't know who it is, click here and type in your zipcode. Young Men's Christian Assoc. allows men in women's locker rooms Parents are calling on the Young Men's Christian Association to change its transgender policies. The publicly-funded organization allows men, pretending to be women, in women's bathrooms and locker rooms.  The American Parents Coalition says this violates a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling. The decision affirmed that Title IX protections in federal law are based on biological sex. The coalition stated, “The YMCA has ignored parents' concerns for far too long while maintaining policies that undermine the privacy, safety, and fairness Title IX was enacted to protect.” Plus, it violates the group's stated vision which was to put Christian values into practice by developing a healthy body, mind, and spirit. Send a polite, 2-sentence letter of objection to the president of the Young Men's Christian Association and ask them to live up to their name and their Biblical founding by opposing this transgender insanity. Suzanne McCormick, President, Young Men's Christian Association, 101 North Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (Write to your local YMCA and object as well). Trump's tariffs led to Toyota announcing $3.6 billion U.S. expansion Toyota is expanding its manufacturing in the United States. On Monday, the Japanese car maker announced a $3.6 billion expansion in San Antonio, Texas. This will move some of its production from Mexico to the U.S. It will also bring about 2,000 new jobs to the Lone Star State. This expansion comes after the Trump administration imposed tariffs on imported vehicles and auto parts.  Presbyterian Church U.S.A. defends transgender surgeries for kids The largest Presbyterian denomination in the United States supported transgender surgeries last week. The General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church USA voted 441-30 in favor of an overture known as “On Access to Healthcare.” The measure defends body-mutilating surgeries for people, including children, who pretend to be the opposite sex. 2 Timothy 4:3-4 says, “For the time is coming when people will not endure sound teaching, but having itching ears they will accumulate for themselves teachers to suit their own passions, and will turn away from listening to the truth and wander off into myths.” Christian US soccer player: “I'm just trying to bring people into His light.” The American men's soccer team lost to Belgium on Monday. The game knocked the U.S. out of the 2026 World Cup. Despite the loss, players on the U.S. team continued their practice of praying together on the field after the game. Player Mark McKenzie led the prayer, having become a spiritual leader on the team.  He told The Athletic, “The Lord is at the center of it all. He is the main purpose. … And I'm just trying to bring people into His light in some way.” Worldview listeners weigh in from Washington and North Carolina Rachel Lundberg in Washougal, Washington wrote, “I like The Worldview because It allows me to feel like I'm aware of important things going on without having to spend so much time watching other news and sorting it out or wondering if it's true. I almost always just read it in my email and then I share certain parts with my kids and family. “My 13-year-old son recently wanted to subscribe with his own email so he can read it on his own. I also love when there is an action step to send an email or letter. Makes me feel like I can make a difference. Thank you!” Wow! I loved that last comment, Rachel.  I gave you two suggested action steps today. I hope you follow through on them.  I agree with you.  It feels empowering.  I always try to write or call myself every time I recommend it to you. And Chris Smith in Columbus, North Carolina wrote, “I've been a listener now for 10 years. I've become a vocal and financial supporter as well.  In this current era, it's very difficult to find the truth about what is going on to our fellow Christians in the world without doing a lot of digging. “Since I first found you on Sermon Audio, I've become an addict of your newscast. It's a part of my weekday morning routine to read or to listen to The Worldview. I especially appreciate your correlation to Scripture in two of your stories, your encouragement to keep praying for our persecuted brothers and sisters, and how we can help them financially.” 9 Worldview listeners gave $1,590 on Wednesday And finally, on Wednesday by 7:00pm Central, 9 Worldview listeners stepped up to the plate and invested their treasure to fund the six-member team behind The Worldview for another 365 days. Our thanks to Augustine in Auburn, California and Hope in Big Lake, Minnesota – both of whom gave $20. We were touched by the generosity of Janet in Canton, Illinois, Janice in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Hannah in San Jose, California – each of whom gave $100. And we're grateful to God for Melinda in Indianapolis, Indiana who pledged $10/month for 12 months for a gift of $120, Adam in Gile, Wisconsin who gave $150, Tom in Spokane, Washington who pledged $40/month for 12 months for a gift of $480, and Nancy in Flagstaff, Arizona who gave $500. Those 9 gifts add up to $1,590. Ready for our new grand total? Drum roll please. (drum roll sound effect) $19,288 (sound effect of people cheering) That means we have just 2 days to raise $11,587 to hit our $30,875 goal by tomorrow at 12 midnight on Friday, July 10th.  To be honest, that is going to be a challenge. But with God, all things are possible. Since the beginning of this month-long campaign to fully fund the six-member Worldview team for another year, the greatest number of donations has been 15. Let's double that today!  Would you consider choosing to be 1 of 30 people to step up to the plate with a one-time gift or a monthly pledge? That would help us to get significantly closer to our $30,875 goal by tomorrow, Friday, July 10th, at 12 midnight. Go to TheWorldview.com, click on Give, select the dollar amount, and make sure to click on the “recurring” button if that's your wish.  This Christian newscast champions the truth and a Biblical worldview. Invest in it today for another 365 days. I'm reminded of the words from the prophet Isaiah who said, “Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, ‘Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?' And I said, ‘Here am I. Send me!'” Close And that's The Worldview on this Thursday, July 9th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. 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Paul Greenlee, who served nearly 15 years on the Washougal City Council after retiring and simply asking how he could help his community, died July 5, 2026 at the age of 80. City Manager David Scott and Mayor David Stuebe remembered him as a tireless champion for Washougal. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/city-of-washougal-officials-mourn-the-loss-of-former-council-member-paul-greenlee/ #Washougal #ClarkCounty #PaulGreenlee #WashougalCityCouncil #PublicService #Obituary

State Rep. David Stuebe, a retired Marine Corps Colonel and Mayor of Washougal, has announced his re-election bid for the 17th District. His platform centers on spending limits tied to family budgets, a new Tax Relief Account to return surpluses to taxpayers, and protecting core services while cutting waste. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/rep-david-stuebe-announces-re-election-campaign/ #DavidStuebe #17thDistrict #Washougal #WashingtonState #ClarkCounty #Affordability #Elections2026 #SouthwestWashington #Politics #WaLeg

Five Clark County blueberry farms are open or opening soon for U-pick, with Majestic Farms Blueberries, Meadowglenn Farm, Prairie Berry Farm, Fred's Place in Washougal, and Indigo Acres among the options. The Hockinson Blueberry Festival follows on July 18. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/blueberry-season-has-arrived-at-clark-county-farms/ #HockinsonBlueberryFestival #ClarkCounty #BlueberryFarms #UPick #WashingtonState #LocalFarms #SummerProduce

A disqualification motion targeting Clark County's sole prosecutor candidate, a federal green light for the Interstate Bridge Replacement program, and a U.S. Supreme Court ruling on transgender athletes in girls sports all converged in a single week of Clark County news. Plus, Washougal mourns Grant Johnson Jr. and Cedar Creek Grist Mill marks 150 years. URLHERE #ClarkCounty #IBR #ProsecutorEthics #TransportationWA #SupremeCourt #WashingtonState #Vancouver #Washougal #CedarCreekGristMill #ClarkCountyToday ---

Grant Johnson Jr., an 18-year-old Washougal High School graduate, died Monday after a rapidly advancing bacterial infection. Friends and coaches remembered him as someone who could turn any bad situation around just by being present. A community vigil drew family, classmates, and coaches, and a GoFundMe for his family has already raised more than $17,000 toward a $30,000 goal. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/washougal-mourns-the-loss-of-recent-high-school-graduate-grant-johnson-jr/ #WashougalWA #GrantJohnsonJr #ClarkCounty #WashougalHighSchool #PantherNation #GoFundMe #ClarkCountyToday

Clark County communities are marking America's 250th birthday with parades, fireworks, and festivals from July 3–5. Fort Vancouver hosts a free all-day celebration, Battle Ground commemorates its own 75th anniversary, and Ridgefield, Yacolt, Camas, Washougal, and Woodland all have events lined up. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/america250-celebrations-set-to-fill-southwest-washington-with-patriotic-events/ #America250 #FourthOfJuly #ClarkCounty #Vancouver #Ridgefield #BattleGround #Yacolt #Washougal #Camas #Independence Day

The Two Rivers Heritage Museum in Washougal is launching its first membership drive in decades, aiming to reach 250 members in honor of America250. Museum Director Julianne Lawrence says longtime supporters have dwindled, and the community's growing population makes now the right moment to rebuild. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/two-rivers-heritage-museum-launches-first-membership-drive-in-decades/ #TwoRiversHeritageMuseum #CamasWashougalHistory #America250 #WashougalWA #ClarkCounty #LocalHistory #CommunityNews #MuseumMembership #Washington

Washougal's Reflection Plaza hosts a free, family-friendly America250 kickoff on June 29 at 6 p.m., featuring rock painting, Kona Ice, historical exhibits, and copies of America's founding documents distributed by Two Rivers Heritage Museum staff. The Washougal Senior Association and Immortal Indignation are among the local history organizations bringing the community's story to life. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/washougal-community-invited-to-kick-off-america250-celebration/ #Washougal #America250 #ClarkCounty #CommunityEvents #LocalHistory #TwoRiversHeritageMuseum #ReflectionPlaza #FamilyFriendly #WashougalEvents #CivicPride

Columbia River boys soccer is back in the final four — as the 3-seed, just like the year they won the state championship. Seton Catholic baseball, the 5-seed, knocked off Klahoya 5-1 and Rochester 9-2 to reach the Class 1A semifinals. Washougal won the 2A girls golf team title. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/sports/high-school-sports-columbia-river-boys-soccer-looking-for-a-repeat-state-championship/ #HighSchoolSports #ColumbiaRiver #SetonCatholic #WashingtonState #WIAA #ClarkCounty #BoySoccer #Baseball #SpringSports #StateChampionship

The Parkersville Heritage Fair returns July 31 at Parker's Landing Historical Park in Washougal, with a living history mystery hunt, interactive stations from the Clark County Historical Museum and Two Rivers Heritage Museum, and live entertainment. This year's "Shared Roots & Legacy" theme ties directly into the nationwide America 250 commemoration. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/shared-roots-and-living-history-parkersville-heritage-fair-returns-july-31/ #ParkersvillHeritageFair #Washougal #ClarkCounty #America250 #ParkerLanding #LivingHistory #CamasWashougal #FamilyFriendly #CommunityEvents ---

A 24x8-foot mural by local artist Travis London now graces the carriage house of Two Rivers Heritage Museum, featuring nearly a dozen historic images of early Camas and Washougal. The free dedication ceremony is May 30 at 10 a.m. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/new-historic-mural-to-be-dedicated-at-two-rivers-heritage-museum/ #TwoRiversHeritageMuseum #Washougal #Camas #ClarkCounty #PublicArt #LocalHistory #WashingtonState #CommunityNews #TravisLondon #MuralArt ---

Semi Bird headlines the 17th Legislative District's "Gala on the Greens" fundraiser May 16 at Orchard Hills Golf and Country Club in Washougal. The former gubernatorial candidate joins state Reps. Kevin Waters and David Stuebe plus Clark County auditor candidate Eileen Quiring O'Brien for the dinner and silent auction event. Doors open at 5 p.m. with programming starting at 6 p.m. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/tickets-available-for-gala-on-the-greens-event-to-be-held-saturday-may-16/ #17thDistrict #SemiBird #WashingtonPolitics #ClarkCounty #Republican #Fundraiser #Washougal #Politics #LocalPolitics #GOP

A 36-year-old contractor fell into a tank under construction at the Washougal Wastewater Treatment Facility, prompting a complex technical rescue operation. Southwest Washington Region 4 Technical Rescue Team deployed cable-based vertical haul systems and rope techniques to extract the worker from the 150-foot diameter tank. The multi-agency response included Vancouver Fire Department, Clark County Fire District 6, and Clark-Cowlitz Fire Rescue. The patient was transported in stable condition after the successful confined space rescue operation. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/confined-space-rescue-successful-after-20-foot-fall-at-washougal-wastewater-treatment-facility/ #TechnicalRescue #EmergencyResponse #Washougal #ClarkCounty #FireDepartment #WorkplaceSafety #ConstructionSafety #FirstResponders #ConfinedSpace #RescueTeam

Dina Sawyer brings seven years of special education expertise to her new role as principal at Gause Elementary School in Washougal. After serving as interim principal during the 2025-2026 school year, Sawyer was officially selected by the school board to lead the school starting July 1. Her background in behavior support and classroom experience, combined with a Masters in Education from University of Alaska Southeast, positions her to strengthen student engagement and family connections at Gause. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/people/dina-sawyer-named-principal-at-gause-elementary-school/ #WashougalSchools #Education #Principal #SpecialEducation #StudentSuccess #SchoolLeadership #ClarkCounty #Washougal #GauseElementary #CommunityNews

Washougal School District is implementing immediate security changes at three campuses after increased activity during school hours created safety concerns. Gates at Washougal High School, Gause Elementary, and Excelsior will be locked weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., with new fencing and additional staff monitoring access points. Superintendent Aaron Hansen says student safety remains the top priority while keeping campuses open for community use after hours. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/washougal-schools-announce-campus-safety-measures-and-tightened-enforcement-of-closed-campus-policy/ #WashougalSchools #CampusSafety #StudentSafety #ClarkCounty #Education

The Washougal Police Department secured a $50,758 state grant for a TruNarc handheld analyzer that uses laser technology to identify suspected narcotics through packaging. Chief Zane Freschette says the device enhances officer safety by eliminating direct contact with hazardous substances like fentanyl while providing immediate on-scene results. The grant covers equipment, training for 12 officers, and one year of supplies through Washington State's Justice Assistance Grant program. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/washougal-police-department-receives-grant-for-narcotics-detection-device/ #WashougalPolice #GrantFunding #OfficerSafety #DrugDetection #PublicSafety #LawEnforcement #ClarkCounty #Washougal #Police

Today I sit down with Kelly Abbott, one of my absolute best friends and someone I have known for more than 20 years, and we get into a conversation I think all of us need to be having right now. Kelly is one of the most talented CIOs, internet entrepreneurs, and technology minds I know, and what I appreciate most about him is that he does not approach AI like a hype man. He approaches it like a builder, an artist, a strategist, and a deeply curious human being. That combination is rare. What really stands out to me in this conversation is that Kelly is not using AI in a shallow, gimmicky way. He is exploring how it can become a genuine creative partner. He walks me through a project he has built called Writer's Room, a tool designed to simulate the collaborative energy of a real writers room so people can develop long-form fiction with multiple AI personas, story structure, quality control, continuity, and creative tension built in. It is a fascinating example of what becomes possible when you stop thinking about AI as a shortcut and start thinking about it as a thought partner. We also talk about the AI-generated video he created for Seven CTOs, and this part of the conversation opens up something deeper than tools alone. Kelly shares how he used AI to translate an inner idea into a full creative artifact by scripting with ChatGPT, shaping voice in ElevenLabs, experimenting with music, and embracing imagery, archetype, and non-deterministic outputs along the way. One of the most powerful parts of this conversation is hearing him describe why he chose an unexpected narrator voice and how he thinks about the relationship between text, emotion, music, image, and trust. It is a masterclass in taste, not just tech. We also get honest about the tension many people feel around AI. I say in the episode that I am less worried about AI destroying the world by itself than I am about people using it stupidly and at scale. Kelly does not brush that off. He agrees that the concern is real, and he makes a strong case that the answer is not avoidance. The answer is learning. He talks about why he teaches Claude in particular, why he respects Anthropic's stance on safety, and why becoming capable with these tools puts you in the driver's seat instead of leaving you vulnerable to being outpaced by them. Another piece I love is that this conversation is not just about AI in the abstract. It becomes personal. Kelly starts exploring what it could look like to use tools like NotebookLM to understand my body of work more deeply, surface the real pain points my clients face, and eventually help build something like an on-demand “Johnny brain” people could interact with for coaching and insight. That is where this episode gets especially exciting to me, because it moves from fascination to application. We are not just asking what AI is. We are asking how to use it in service of real communication, real creativity, real usefulness, and real human connection. And then, because life is funny and friendship matters, we close by telling the story of how Kelly and I first met on a flight to South by Southwest. It starts with him defending an empty seat, me walking back up the aisle in a too-tight Flash T-shirt, and Kelly greeting me with, “I don't like you very much right now.” What followed was a conversation, a weekend, and a friendship that has lasted for decades. Honestly, that ending says a lot about this whole episode. Beneath all the tools and ideas is something more important: curiosity, candor, play, and the willingness to engage what is right in front of you. This episode matters because AI is not coming someday. It is here. And like it or not, all of us need to get familiar with what it can do, where it helps, where it misleads, and how to use it without giving up our judgment, our values, or our originality. That is why I expect this to become a semi-regular part of the podcast.   Key Takeaways AI becomes far more useful when you treat it as a creative partner rather than a magic shortcut. Kelly's “Writer's Room” concept shows how AI can simulate diverse voices, roles, and editorial functions to strengthen storytelling and idea development. A learner's mindset still matters as much as any tool. Kelly says one of his advantages has always been being “a page ahead in the manual” because he stayed up learning. Great AI output still depends on human taste, curation, and judgment. The tools can generate, but the human being still has to choose. Non-deterministic outputs are not always a flaw. In creative work, unpredictability can actually produce something more alive and surprising. Voice, music, and image are not separate from strategy. They shape trust, tone, and emotional impact. AI literacy is quickly becoming a real professional advantage. The people who learn how to use these tools well will be far less likely to be overwhelmed by them. Safety matters. Kelly makes a clear distinction between powerful use and careless use, which is one reason he emphasizes Claude and Anthropic's public posture around AI safety. The future is not only about automating tasks. It is also about making your ideas more discoverable, more creative, and more accessible to the people you serve. Friendship, curiosity, and long conversations still matter. Some of the best ideas begin with a human relationship, not a prompt.   Addressing Relevant Issues This conversation touches a nerve that a lot of people are feeling right now. We are living through a moment where AI is moving faster than most people can comfortably track, and that creates a strange mix of excitement, intimidation, skepticism, and risk. This episode speaks directly to that. We get into leadership, creativity, communication, entrepreneurship, technology, safety, and discernment. We also touch the deeper issue underneath all of it, which is whether we are going to let technology flatten our humanity or help us express it more powerfully. To me, that is the real issue. Not whether AI exists, but whether we develop the judgment, character, and skill to use it well.   Why This Episode Matters This episode matters to me personally because Kelly is not just a brilliant technologist. He is someone I trust. That matters a lot in a space where there is so much noise, so much hype, and so much confident nonsense. What really stands out to me is that Kelly brings both depth and play to this conversation. He understands the technical side, but he also understands voice, story, aesthetics, and what makes something actually resonate. I think listeners will come away with something rare here: not just more information about AI, but a healthier and more useful way to think about it. And honestly, I care about this because I do believe we all need to start getting familiar with what these tools can do. The people who learn thoughtfully are going to be in a much stronger position than the people who ignore this and hope it goes away.   Resources Mentioned Writer's Room Studio — https://writersrooms.studio/ Kelly's AI video — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XteCrxWZIvA ElevenLabs — https://elevenlabs.io/ Mother / music sample generation invite — https://mother.is/invite/USER-D071D3FA Ideogram — https://ideogram.ai/ Google Flow — https://labs.google/fx/tools/flow NotebookLM — https://notebooklm.google.com/ BOL Agency — https://www.bol-agency.com/ The K State — https://thekstate.com/   Connect & Subscribe If this conversation gave you something to think about, subscribe to Live Like a Leader, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who is trying to make sense of AI, leadership, creativity, or where communication is headed next.   Next Steps A good next step is to spend a little time with Kelly's work and then actually try one of the tools we discuss. Don't just have an opinion about AI from a distance. Get your hands on it. Explore it. Test it. See where it helps, where it falls short, and where your own judgment needs to get stronger. And if this conversation resonates, stay with us, because this is going to be an ongoing part of the show. -----   Kelly Abbott is Chief AI Officer at BOL Agency and founder of K-State LLC, where he helps organizations stop talking about AI and start operating with it. A two-time exit founder (Match.com, Adobe), Kelly now builds AI-native systems for marketing agencies, law firms, and enterprise teams. He trains teams on Claude, designs agentic workflows, and creates products at the intersection of AI, music, and creative technology. He lives in Washougal, WA with his family. Ohio State alum. Still writing stories. --------John Bates provides 1:1 Executive Communications Coaching, both in-person and online. He also gets 92+ Net Promoter Scores for his large and small group leadership development trainings at organizations like Johnson & Johnson, NASA, Google, Intuit, Boston Scientific, and many more. Find more at https://executivespeakingsuccess.com.Sign up for his weekly micro-trainings for free at https://johnbates.com/mini-trainings and create a great leadership communications habit that makes you the kind of leader who inspires trust, loyalty, and connection.

Clark County Council schedules April 27 public hearing to select preferred land use alternative for comprehensive plan update affecting eight jurisdictions. Three alternatives studied in environmental impact statement following 60-day public comment period. Final decision will guide growth and development for next 20 years across Battle Ground, Camas, La Center, Ridgefield, Washougal, Woodland and Yacolt. Hybrid hearing format allows in-person and virtual participation. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/county-council-to-hold-hearing-on-preferred-land-use-alternative-for-comprehensive-plan-update/ #ClarkCounty #ComprehensivePlan #LandUse #GrowthManagement #PublicHearing #Development #Planning #Vancouver #WashingtonState #CommunityPlanning

Clark County wants public input on how to spend $2.4 million in federal CDBG and HOME funds for 2026. The proposed activities include dental services for low-income residents, sidewalk installation in Battle Ground, childcare business assistance, and affordable housing projects in Washougal. The County Council will hold a public hearing May 5, with comments accepted through May 11. Projects range from $75,000 for health navigation services to $400,000 for a 40-unit senior housing complex. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/county-seeks-public-comment-on-plans-tied-to-cdbg-and-home-funding-2/ #ClarkCounty #CDBG #AffordableHousing #PublicHearing #CommunityDevelopment #FederalFunding #Vancouver #BattleGround #Washougal #PublicComment

Mayor David Stuebe and the City of Washougal are rolling out multiple programs to strengthen local small businesses this spring. The Gateway to Success Series offers free workshops with business coaching, while the new Let's Talk Business program connects entrepreneurs directly with city leadership. These initiatives support the city's strategic plan for economic development and community prosperity. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/business/washougal-ramps-up-efforts-to-support-small-businesses/ #Washougal #SmallBusiness #EconomicDevelopment #GatewayToSuccess #BusinessEducation #Entrepreneurship #CommunityDevelopment #ClarkCounty

Washougal High School students pitched renewable energy plans and storage solutions to Clark Public Utilities experts, addressing future electricity needs, grid reliability, and state clean energy targets. Students debated trade-offs, modeled outcomes, and learned about utility management. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/youth/washougal-high-school-students-pitch-energy-ideas-to-clark-pud/ #Washougal #ClarkCounty #EnergyEducation #StudentInnovation #CleanEnergy #PublicUtilities #STEM #OpenSciEd #YouthVoice

Greg Retchless, known for his work in education and the culinary industry, has been appointed to fill the Washougal School Board District 1 seat. The board and Superintendent Aaron Hansen cite his expertise in skilled trades and community ties as key assets. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/local-students-may-see-expanded-career-pathways-after-new-board-appointment/ #Washougal #GregRetchless #SchoolBoard #Education #SkilledTrades #ClarkCounty #CareerPathways #CascadiaTechnicalAcademy #LocalNews #Community

A nine-week downtown market is returning to Washougal this summer, and the city is looking for vendors to help bring it to life. The Washougal Community Market will run June 5 through July 31 at Reflection Plaza, featuring agriculture vendors, artisan goods, prepared foods, authors, and musicians. City officials say the expansion follows strong community support during the pilot season and is part of Washougal's effort to support small businesses and build a stronger downtown gathering place. Information provided by the city of Washougal. Learn more and read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/city-of-washougal-seeking-vendors-for-2026-community-market-season/ #Washougal #CommunityMarket #ClarkCountyWA #LocalBusiness #FarmersMarket #DowntownWashougal #PNWEvents

Washougal officials are moving forward with an overcrossing design for the 32nd Street Rail Crossing Project, a plan intended to eliminate delays and improve safety at one of the busiest railroad crossings in Washington. The crossing currently sees an average of 32 trains and more than 5,700 vehicles each day. City leaders say the bridge option carries fewer risks and could cost up to $18 million less than an undercrossing tunnel design. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/city-of-washougal-advances-overcrossing-design-for-32nd-st-rail-crossing-project/ #Washougal #Transportation #RailSafety #BNSF #WashingtonInfrastructure

Two Rivers Heritage Museum in Washougal reopens March 7 after its winter closure, featuring more than 6,000 square feet of exhibits including a new Barbie doll display from the Barbara Heriford Estate, refreshed historical displays, and updated galleries operated by the Camas-Washougal Historical Society. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/two-rivers-heritage-museum-reopens-for-2026/ #Washougal #TwoRiversHeritageMuseum #Camas #LocalHistory #MuseumExhibit #BarbieCollection #ClarkCounty

In this letter to the editor, Washougal resident Mike Johnson argues that a proposed Clark County Council resolution condemns federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers and urges support for federal immigration laws. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-the-intent-of-the-proposed-county-council-resolution-appears-to-be-a-general-condemnation-of-our-federal-immigration-enforcement-officers/ #Opinion #ClarkCounty #Washougal #ICE #ImmigrationPolicy #LetterToTheEditor

In this week's newsletter: A divided council vote on immigration-related language, C-TRAN's action on the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program SEIS, Battle Ground and Washougal levy results, and opinion on Senate Bill 6346 and the I-5 Bridge highlight a week spanning politics, education, transportation, business, and community life. https://mailchi.mp/clarkcountytoday/this-weeks-top-news_february_13_2026 #ClarkCounty #InterstateBridgeReplacement #SchoolLevies #CTran #WashingtonPolitics #CommunityNews