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Class 2A and 1A volleyball state tournament teams as selected by coaches association
All state tournament teams for Class 2A and Class 1A as selected by the Washington State Volleyball Coaches Association: Class 2A MVP: Sydney Dreves, sr., OH, Columbia River All-tournament team: Lexie Mason, sr., […]
Thriving as You Age
Exercising isn’t just about looking good. Staying active and maintaining good health are critical for enhancing your quality of life and ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs) as […]
Kendall Mairs of Camas leads 4A Greater St. Helens League volleyball all-league team
All-league team as selected by coaches: Player of the year: Kendall Mairs, sr., Camas FIRST TEAM Ella Thompson, jr., Camas Shaylee Stephen, jr., Camas Emmah Sanchez, jr., Camas Quinn Pedersen, jr., Camas McKenzie Hallenbeck, jr., Skyview Emerson Eoff, […]
Skyview’s Dea Covarrubias and Brynnlee Williams lead 4A Greater St. Helens League girls soccer all-league team
All-league team as selected by league coaches: Offensive player of the year: Dea Covarrubias, sr., Skyview Defensive player of the year: Brynnlee Williams, jr., Skyview FIRST TEAM Quinn Lundy, jr., def, Skyview Ella Tyger, sr., […]
Shaylie Haij of King’s Way Christian and CJ Moore of Seton Catholic lead Trico League girls soccer all-league team
All-league team as selected by league coaches: Co-players of the year: Shaylie Haij, so., King's Way Christian; CJ Moore, jr., Seton Catholic. Offensive player of the year: Lilah Chase, fr., Seton Catholic Defensive […]
Terrance Saryon, Aden Mintonye and Makhi Miller top 3A Greater St. Helens League football all-league team
All-league team as selected by league coaches: Offensive players of the year: Terrance Saryon, sr., Evergreen; Aden Mintonye, sr., Kelso Defensive player of the year: Makhi Miller, sr., Evergreen FIRST TEAM Offense Tucker Amrine, sr., […]
Gavin Packer, Jake Davidson, Nikko Speer top 4A Greater St. Helens League football all-league team
All-league team as selected by league coaches: Offensive players of the year: Gavin Packer, sr., Skyview; Jake Davidson, sr., Camas Defensive player of the year: Nikko Speer, sr., Camas FIRST TEAM Offense Doogie Poindexter, sr., […]
Old Fashioned Gluten-Free Cornbread
We are counting the days. Thanksgiving, the meal we’ve all been waiting for, is a mere week away. This is the Super Bowl of cooking. A triathlon of shopping, cooking […]
State first-round playoff football previews for Camas and Skyview
We went 11-3 last week, which kept our season percentage unchanged – 118-32 (.787). Just two games on the schedule this week. Remember don’t fall for livestream scams. We see them each […]
Karsyn Ross of Kelso, Teaghan Irvin of Mountain View top 3A Greater St. Helens League girls soccer all-league team
All-league team as selected by league coaches: Players of the year: Karsyn Ross, sr., Kelso; Teaghan Irvin, jr., Mountain View FIRST TEAM Gianna Mei-Alejo-Pagaduan, so., mid, Evergreen Jaleyah Pitre, sr., mid, Mountain View Lauren Adams, […]
Billie Ross of La Center tops Trico League volleyball all-league team
All-league team as selected by league coaches: MVP: Billie Ross, sr., La Center Defensive players of the year: Clarice Glover, fr., King’s Way Christian; Billie Ross, sr., La Center FIRST TEAM Aly Ordona, jr., […]
Longevity – 10 Tips to Live Longer
Living a long, fulfilling life is a goal many of us strive for, but it’s not just about adding years to our life; it’s about adding life to our years. […]
Where local swimmers are seeding in girls swimming state meets
Where local swimmers are seeded heading into the girls swimming state championships Friday-Saturday in Federal Way CLASS 4A (24 entries in each event) 200 medley relay — 22, Camas 1:59.60. 200 freestyle — 9, […]
Freeze-Ahead Mince Pies
Last year, I started a new holiday tradition by making my first Christmas pudding on Stir-Up Sunday. This special day always falls on the last Sunday before Advent (November 24 […]
Why Some Cats Eat Cat Litter
Have YOUR favorite felines suddenly developed a fondness for eating their cat litter? If so, consider the various possible reasons for this behavior. Pica: Pica is a condition where cats either […]
Group Classes or Solo Workouts – What’s Better?
Choosing between group classes and solo workouts depends on your fitness goals, budget, and personal preferences. Both offer unique advantages and potential drawbacks. Here’s how they stack up in terms of […]
Slow-Cooker Spaghetti Squash Ragu
Time has shifted to warp speed again as the days start to tick off closer and closer to Christmas. Even with the extra hour from daylight savings time, there still […]
Top 10 Reasons to Hire a Coach
Hiring a coach, whether for fitness, nutrition, business, relationships, or wealth management, can transform your personal and professional life. Coaches bring expertise, motivation, and accountability, which can help you reach […]
CGR Radio for the blind please read!!
CGR radio is local and is NOT a non-profit, nor it has a huge office/studio, it is just I and in-home volunteer readers, a local community-based reader/content provider, it is […]
Chipotle Tamale Pie
Grief is a lot like a skinned knee. It hurts so much at the beginning, when it first happens. But then, as the days go on, it continues. You think […]
Why Do Cats Show You Their Butts?
Are you taken aback by the sight of your cats showing you their butts? Although this behavior may seem shocking – even inappropriate – to you, it’s actually extremely common […]
Tabata Training
Tabata training is a form of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) named after Dr. Izumi Tabata, a Japanese scientist. He conducted research in 1996 to determine the most efficient ways to […]
Radio Service for The Blind Vancouver Washington
Community Growth Radio in Vancouver Washington strives daily to serve our community, especially the blind disabled veterans. The 50 plus with entertainment and educational news information that is relevant to […]
Eyeball Tacos and Halloween Boo Board
The leaves are falling frightening fast, a chill is in the air Our summer days are gone and past, it’s time to have a scare So gather goblins, ghouls and friends, […]
Radio for The Blind
FACTS About CGR Radio for The Blind and Disabled...please do read thanks!! Community Growth Radio, located in Vancouver, Washington, is a full-time online free radio network with 8 streams offering a […]
Cleaning Your Cells
Autophagy, derived from the Greek words "auto" (self) and "phagy" (eating), refers to the body's natural process of cleaning out damaged cells, regenerating newer, healthier cells, and recycling cellular components. […]
Mini Meat Loaves, Green Beans, and Potatoes and Vegetarian Meatloaf
Time for traditional comfort food. Something enduring that soothes your hunger and your spirit. National Meatloaf Appreciation Day is this October 18th. Created in 2018 by Serious Eats, it isn’t […]
A Kitty’s Tail Tells the Tale
Did you know that the position of your cat’s tail affords you a valuable insight as to her frame of mind? But do you know the various positions her expressive […]
Preserving Muscle While Protecting Joints
I spent the last week teaching at Rancho La Puerta, a Fitness and Wellness Retreat in Mexico, where people go to focus on their physical and mental health, nutrition, and […]
Creamy Pumpkin Zuppa Toscana
It’s time for cool weather cooking. Time to start cooking low and slow, take advantage of the new season’s produce, and savor the cooler days. In the past week, I’ve […]
Protein Power
Protein is a critical macronutrient that supports many bodily functions. It helps build and repair muscle and other tissues, create enzymes and support hormones. Consuming an adequate amount of daily […]
Pumpkin Banana Bread
Okay, now it’s time. Time to lean yourself fully into fall. The calendar says so, the weather says so, and I think we’ve waited long enough. Breathe that cooler breeze, […]
Why Felines Fancy Rubbing Their Faces on Corners
(above photo) credit freepik.com Are you familiar with the sight of your favorite feline rubbing her face against corners here, there and everywhere in your home? Despite being one of life’s little […]
Neck Mobility
Most don’t consider the importance of neck mobility until they’ve lost it. If you’ve ever woken up with a kink in your neck that limits your ability to turn your […]
Skillet Bruschetta Chicken
It’s that in-between time. The calendar says fall, but the weather says otherwise. You yearn to make soup and bake bread, but it’s pretty hard to eat cozy when it’s […]
Muscle is Medicine
Muscle is often associated with strength, athletic performance, and appearance. However, the benefits of building and preserving muscle go far beyond looking good and physical power. Muscle is essential to […]
Chicken, Apple, and Goat Cheese Salad with Dark Cherry Balsamic Dressing
Cooler days, shorter nights - the fall transition has begun. It’s that in-between time where stew seems too soon, but you might need a sweater. For those who love summer, […]
Laryngitis in Cats
(Freepik.com) Has your favorite feline lost her usual voice of late? Has she been sounding somewhat hoarse? If her “meow” is now more of a squeak, a scratchy rasp, or, worse […]
Former Fox News host Tucker Carlson and white nationalist Nick Fuentes spar over who is responsible for Joe Kent’s 2022 loss
In a recent video posted to X, formerly known as Twitter, former Fox News host Tucker Carlson claimed the Central Intelligence Agency meddled in the 2022 election to ensure that […]
VERY IMPORTANT NEWS and UPDATE of CGR Radio, me and personal stuff..
Hello ALL, It has been a while, 1...my health and rumors about my health, well let's say it can be better, and I was advised to my medical providers to take […]
Kent questions efficacy of U.S. Secret Service
During an Aug. 26 independent forum hosted by a group of House Republicans investigating the July 13 assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, Rep. Eli Crane of Arizona read […]
TREATS? Yes, Paw-lease!
(Freepik.com) Did YOU know that some felines fancy treats more than their food? Have you ever wondered why? If so, consider the following suggestions for this purr-ticular passion. Taste: Not only do […]
A Cat’s Craving for Caves and Cocoons
Does YOUR cat cherish her privacy more than you may realize? If so, you’re not alone. Since kitties tend to sleep for much of the day, secluded hiding spots provide […]
Say “NO” to Cat Spray Smells
Above photo credit: catworld.com The unpleasant smell of cat spray is far too familiar to far too many cat owners! Why? Because their kitties all too often urinate outside their litter […]
Stomatitis in Cats
Image above by Wirestock on Freepik. Image by freestock center on Freepik Feline stomatitis (often called feline chronic gingivo-stomatitis (FCGS) by veterinary dentists) is a complex and painful disease that causes severe […]
Toe Tufts and Kitties, Oh My!
Toe tufts, sometimes known as toe “floofs,” are bits of fur that grow between a cat’s toes. Typically found on cat breeds with medium to long coats (examples: Balinese, Cymric, […]
3rd Congressional candidates react to Trump verdict
Following Donald Trump’s May 30 conviction on 34 felony counts, 3rd Congressional District candidate Leslie Lewallen, a Camas Republican, issued a statement calling the trial a “political witch-hunt carried out […]
Battle Ground council split on Pride Month proclamation
With a vote of 4-3, the Battle Ground City Council narrowly approved a proclamation recognizing June 2024 as Pride Month. Councilors Troy McCoy, Shane Bowman, Adrian Cortes and Cherish DesRochers voted […]
Perez asks railroad to keep crossings open
U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, recently sent a letter to Katie Farmer, president and CEO of BNSF Railway, about reports of blocked crossings in Perez’s home county. Residents of Skamania […]
Rep. Perez lands endorsement from Washington’s largest police union
U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez this week picked up an endorsement from the Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs, the state’s largest and oldest police union. “I’m absolutely honored to be […]