Week of October 2, 2025
Week of October 2, 2025
Back in 2017, cyclist Betsy Meenk took to the road and traveled from Arizona to California along US Highway 40, passing through historic places like Oatman, Ariz. along the way. Today, Betsy finds herself cycling as a volunteer for ZOE International, a non-profit organization that aims to rescue children from human trafficking. Since she began working with ZOE International, Betsy has done two events where she cycled from San Francisco to the Mexican border. Recently, Betsy met missionary...
The trees changing color, the thick fog appearing, and the scent of pumpkin spice arising; these are all signs that fall is here. What better way to welcome the season than with fresh-pressed apple cider and piping-hot pizza? Pizza in the fall can only mean one thing on Puget Island: the Little Island Creamery’s annual Harvest Fest is back with fun (and delicious) things to do for the whole family. This Sunday, Oct. 5, the Creamery’s barn will be open to the public with a number of free activities including pumpkin decorating, kids...
The date of the premiere episode of the travel show “The Columbia Coast,” which is being filmed and produced by Wahkiakum West Communications, has been changed from Saturday, Oct. 4 to Saturday, Nov. 8. This will allow WWest additional editing time and ensure all 13 episodes will air on successive Saturdays. “The Columbia Coast" will be aired both nationally and in a number of Caribbean countries on A&E’s FYI channel beginning at 3 p.m. local time on Saturday, Nov. 8. A different episode will be shown in the same time slot for the...
Hello from your Sheriff! October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). This month, you may see people wearing purple ribbons and/or clothing as a sign of unity to recognize and empower the survivors of Domestic Violence and support the advocates who inspire courage to make a difference and break the cycle of abuse. Domestic Violence affects many families and is frequently underreported nationwide due to fear and societal stigma. Domestic Violence survivors often need support to seek help and end the cycle of abuse. If you are...
On Tuesday, Sept. 30, Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-03) announced she will be holding her 25th set of mobile office hours in Wahkiakum County. Residents of Washington’s Third District will be able to walk in to get assistance with federal agencies like the VA, IRS, and State Department.The Congresswoman’s team will be available on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the DeBriae Meeting Room at 255 2nd Street in Cathlamet. Perez has held mobile office hours in every county in Washington’s Third District where she...
The Eagle is hiring for a paid position in advertising or accounting. We are also looking for writers, photographers, and columnists who would like to help us cover events in Wahkiakum County, Naselle, and Clatskanie, and Rainier. This is your opportunity to keep your neighbors informed about important news and events happening in both our area and the new areas of coverage in Rainier and Clatskanie. Contact The Eagle at 360-795-3391 or...
Because the dates line up, The Eagle has decided to reprint events from 1975. Thank you to the Wahkiakum County Historical Society, volunteer Julie O’Neil and volunteer curator, genealogist and board member Kari Kandoll. Pfc. and Mrs. Monty McGough are parents of a baby girl, Melody Joyce, born September 15. She joins brother Ronnie, 3 years, at home. Proud grandparents are Marie McGough and Mr. and Mrs.Ralph Olmstead. A baby shower for Jannie McGough and baby daughter Melody Joyce was hosted by Clara Berkshire and Helen King last Wednesday...
Today, my son can send a video of my grandson in Colorado climbing a playground slide and, within seconds, my whole family has seen it. A few taps on my phone keep me connected to people across the country or even across the world. It's so easy that I sometimes forget how remarkable it is. Not that long ago, things were very different. Even as part of Generation X, I grew up when long-distance phone calls were expensive, and letter writing was still the primary way to stay in touch. Go back...
Bill Littlefield is Tsuga Gallery's featured artist for October. Bill grew up in California, about 35 miles east of San Francisco. As a young boy, he would go on camping trips with his family into the Sierra Nevada mountains. He later joined the Boy Scouts, who also made many memorable trips to the Sierras. These trips gave him the early ideas of capturing the beauty of the mountains on film. Bill's first photographs were taken of family gatherings using an SLR camera. Waiting for the film to...
COOLED OFF. As we begin this week, which marks the end of September, we can expect some cooler weather accompanied by moisture to start off October. Although it’s much needed, I won’t complain. With multiple fires raging in Washington and Oregon, and lakes looking like ponds, we truly need some rainfall. However, I hope it doesn’t come down in torrents of rain, causing flooding and damage. A nice, steady rain would be ideal. Fingers crossed. However, the weekend forecast is looking much drier, so for those trying to enjoy those Fall...
Beginning Oct. 15, the Wahkiakum Amateur Radio Club will again be hosting a free FCC Amateur Radio License class on Wednesday from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Wahkiakum HS Robot room (500 South 3rd Street). Those interested in attending can just show up or register ahead of time to receive a lesson plan outline by emailing n7wah.club@gmail.com. Those attending our class who live in the county and pass the FCC are eligible to have their test fee paid by the Wahkiakum Amateur Radio Club. The class is expected to last six Wednesdays, with the test taking...
OPENING DAY. Today is the opening day of the first ever Westend-Cathlamet Library Delivery/Pickup service. If you live out on the Westend of Wahkiakum county this is a convenient way for you to get your books, DVD’s, and cultural passes from your library. Every Thursday, we deliver to the Rosburg/Raistakka Fire Station from 2 to 3 p.m. To order, all you do is go to the library website, log-in, place your item on hold, and arrive Thursday for pick-up. Please note that all orders must be in by 8 a.m. on Wednesday for the Thursday delivery. We...
As a boy growing up in the northeast corner of Ohio in the 70s, I loved everything about October. I loved the way the pin oaks, hickories, beech, and maples changed colors, quietly donning their seasonal hues of red and orange and yellow. I loved the crisp chilly mornings delivered with the promise of mid-afternoon warmth. I loved the frequent flights of restless Canada geese and the flurry of stockpiling activity among the neighborhood fox squirrels. Growing up in the Midwest was wonderful,...
Storing potatoes at home Potato storage can be a challenge. Our fall and winter temperatures are a bit warm for good, long-term potato storage. Since most people use an unheated garage or an outbuilding to store their potatoes, we aren’t in much of a position to slow potato sprouting beyond a certain period. It is worth noting that commercial potatoes are treated with a sprout inhibitor before they go into storage. At any rate, here are the best tips that seem to make a difference with Lower Columbia gardeners: Plan on eating your potatoes...
For more than three decades, Cathlamet's halls have echoed with the laughter, music, and wisdom of Janine Davidson-a teacher whose story is woven deeply into the fabric of the community. Janine's path to the classroom began in a small school in Rosburg, where a lively fifth-grade teacher named Mr. Bob Burkhalter changed her life. Mr. Burkhalter had a knack for making every day an adventure. He teased his students, called them by their fathers' names, and-most importantly-he made learning fun....
Domestic Violence (DV) Awareness Month was established in 1987 to connect advocates and communities across the nation. In 1989, Congress designated October to raise awareness and education on this issue which impacts millions every year, especially women and children. According to the Domestic Violence Awareness Project “Domestic violence is best understood as a pattern of abusive behaviors–including physical, sexual, and psychological attacks as well as economic coercion–used by one intimate partner against another (adult or...
Long-standing Rainier Mayor Jerry Cole has filed to run for a county commissioner seat. The primary election takes place May 19, 2026, with the top two vote receivers advancing to a vote in the general election next November. "I've served the community as mayor for the last 24 years and before that on other boards," said Cole. "I think I've gained the experience to take it to the next step, and I can make a difference at the county level using some of the same common-sense approaches I've used...
Rainier Police Department calls Aug. 18-31 The following is a list of calls for service to the Rainier Police Department for the City of Rainier from Monday, Aug. 18 to Sunday, Aug. 31. Each number in parentheses represents the amount of calls made for that respective theme. Abandoned vehicle (4), alarm (10), animal complaint (7), agency assist (4), assist fire department (1), assist person (12), attempt to locate (1), civil (1), community contact (5), criminal mischief (1), disturbance (2), domestic (2), DUII (1), extra patrol request (1),...
Ralph D. Keyser, 95 of Cathlamet passed on Saturday, Sept. 27 at OHSU in Portland. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 8 at Greenwood Cemetery in Cathlamet at 1 p.m. A luncheon will follow. Dowling Funeral Home is in charge of...
Wilma Patching passed away peacefully on September 13, 2025, in Longview, WA. She was 89 years old. She was a beloved wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, and great grandmother who will be deeply missed by her loved ones. Wilma Ida Beyer was born to Fred and Christina Beyer on June 4, 1936, in St. Helens, OR. As a teen she moved to Rainier, OR, where she met and later married her school bus driver, Sam Patching, on Valentine's Day 1953. Wilma and Sam had two sons, Charles (Chuck) in 1955...
Celebrating homecoming in front of their faithful fans, the Clatskanie Tigers defeated Vernonia High School 64-0 last Friday, improving their record to 4-0 to open the season. A 64-yard pass from sophomore quarterback Will Van Voorst to senior Daylon Gutierrez opened the scoring, followed by short touchdown runs by junior Michael Simpson and senior Lucas Andreasen. Two more short touchdown runs by sophomore Landyn Winton and Andreasen brought the score to 36-0 Tigers. Clatskanie's defense...
The Clatskanie girls volleyball team improved to 12-1 over the weekend with a three-set sweep of Nestucca (25-19, 25-21, 25-22) Saturday. Since falling to Delphian on Sept. 4, the Tigers have won nine straight games, sweeping all of their opponents in the process. In Saturday's win over Nestucca, junior Lacey Willis had 17 kills to lead the team. Willis also had seven digs and two aces, while senior Joey Sizemore managed 11 kills, three aces, and seven digs. Junior Olivia George had five kills...
The Naselle girls volleyball team suffered its first loss of the season Monday in Pe Ell, being swept in three sets (24-26, 26-28, 20-25) by the Trojans. Jessie Smith led the team in assists with 22, while Haylee Rose had eight kills to lead the Comets in the loss. Rose, along with Mylee Dunagan, led the team in aces with three each. Dunagan also had seven kills and, along with Rose and Kaitlyn Steenerson, had a block each. Sophia Colombo led the team with 12 digs, while Steenerson added six kills and five digs. "Pe Ell is a tough place to...
Another week of 1B football is in the books, and both Wahkiakum and Naselle continue to rumble along. Lining up against a district opponent, each team notched winning margins of more than 40 points in their matchups on Sept. 26. Both coaches walked away largely content with the performances of their players. Mules make it four in a row Wahkikaum continued its win streak, bashing Oakville 62-6 to push the perfect run to 4-0. Head Coach Ryan Lorenzo said it was a good performance from his squad,...
September 22 6:35 a.m. A caller on Salmon Creek Road reported a dead deer blocking the northbound lane. 9:23 a.m. A Puget Island resident was transported to the hospital after fainting. 12:55 p.m. A Grays River resident called to report identity theft after someone had taken a student loan out with his identity and social security number. 1:39 p.m. A Puget Island resident called to report a loose dog on State Road. 5:52 p.m. A caller reported hearing a loud gun shot followed by a heavy thud in the woods near their home in Grays River and was...
