CAMAS — For nearly 20 years, Dianna and John Gray dreamed of owning their own business. The Vancouver residents’ entrepreneurial vision finally came into focus in 2023 after Dianna attended a karaoke event in Las Vegas, an experience that solidified her lingering passion for live music performance.

“I’ve always loved music, but it wasn’t until I was in my 20s that I sang in front of other people and realized how much fun it actually was,” she said. “It was terrifying, yes, the first few times I did it. But … I can go up there and tune everything out and sing my favorite song, and it just makes me feel good.”

The Grays hope to bring that feeling to Clark County with their new business, Drop The Mic, which will open in downtown Camas on Friday, becoming Clark County’s first family-friendly

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