The enthusiasm and preparedness of our presenters sealed the deal.

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I know we look at hosting as an opportunity to showcase our area and make Southwest Washington and Vancouver a venue that the WIAA considers in the future.

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We were able to continue filtering for a number of hours afterward. But we didn't have sufficient generator capacity to backwash our filters.

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And we talked to the health department. They gave us the go-ahead.

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It's the difference in having a job opportunity and not having a job opportunity, and Wal-Mart being here is a win-win situation.

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Because those involved in the '98 and '99 tournaments set such a high standard, obviously we want to do the tournament justice. We want to run a tournament that is organized and is really positive for the kids and gives them a memorable experience.

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The people have been through hell. The last thing they need to see is a gun in their face telling them to leave.

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He's in a different league. I can't think of anybody who's faster than him on trails, honestly. He should be running in bigger races. This is too easy for him. ... He could probably come out in jeans and boots and bury us all. He should be doing the big races and making money on it. He needs to reconsider his day job.

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Up until that time, we pumped directly out of wells year-round. We disinfected the water, and cities used that water. We're back to the same situation now.

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