December 26, 2025 3:50 a.m.

Douglas County Commissioners recently recognized Department Director at Douglas County’s Salmon Harbor Division Jim Zimmer, and Fairgrounds Director Ciera Keith for their respective accolades.

A county release said the Winchester Bay RV Resort was named one of RV Life’s “Best of the Best” campgrounds for 2025. That placed the Winchester Bay RV Resort in the top 25 percent of more than 20,000 campgrounds across North America. This honor is based entirely on verified guest reviews, making it a true reflection of visitor satisfaction.

Zimmer said, “For Douglas County, this recognition is a significant achievement – it showcases the quality of our facilities, the dedication of our staff, and the unique coastal experience we provide”. Zimmer said that positions Winchester Bay RV Resort not only as a premier destination for RV travelers nationwide, but also as a source of pride for the community.

The release said Ciera Keith recently graduated from the Institute of Fair management during the International Association of Fairs and Expositions Convention and Trade show in Denver, Colorado earlier this month. The organization provides industry professionals and volunteers with comprehensive training across the core competencies essential to producing today’s agricultural fair.

Keith said, “Through the support of former Fair Director Dan, the Fair Board and the Commissioners, over the last two years I completed 36 classes. Those included webinars, online and in-person classes, conferences and summits with industry professionals.” Keith said, “It has been invaluable experience being able to take these classes. I look forward to taking what I have learned over the last few years and applying it to continually improving our facility”. Keith said, “I could not do this without my staff. They are incredible and they work hard, tirelessly every single day for every single event we have”.

For more information on Douglas County government, go to: https://www.douglascountyor.gov/