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Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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I am writing my column this week from Littleton Colorado. I’m spending the week visiting my family and enjoying time with my 9-month-old grandson. The temperatures here are frigid, with highs in the 30’s and lows in the teens. There is a layer of snow and ice on the ground. If you haven’t flown in and out of PDX recently, be prepared for some changes. The terminal is now a wide-open space and getting to your gate can be a long walk, depending on what airline you are flying with. A South...
After six years of owning and operating the Naselle Community Center, the Finnish American Folk Festival decided to sell the building. The decision to sell was voted on and unanimously approved at their November meeting. “This was not a decision we took lightly,” FAFF Chair Jennifer Boggs stated. “The difficult decision to sell is in the best interest of our organization to remain true to our mission and focus on our biennial festival. We were grateful for this opportunity given to us by the UCC...
Impromptu New Year’s Day parade in Rosburg Towards the end of December Susan Burkhalter posted a picture of the Grinch hanging out on Altoona Pillar Rock Road on Facebook and made a silly comment about him waiting for the New Year's Day parade. Several folks inquired about it in their comments and seemed interested. She had to add that she was only joking in her post. Fast forward to January 1 at 11:15 a.m. and Karl Smith called Susan and said, "I saw a weird post that there was going to be a p...
The Naselle-Grays River Valley School Board met for their monthly meeting on December 17, 2024. Board positions for Chair and Vice Chair were voted on. Robert Torppa was voted to continue as Chair, and Amy Hunt was voted to continue as Vice Chair. Natasha Crater resigned as the Legislative Representative due to lack of time in her schedule. An agenda item will be added for the next meeting to nominate and vote on a new Legislative Representative. A few Personnel actions were voted on and approved including the acceptance of resignation of...
With community events wrapped up, all was quiet on the Western front the week of Christmas. Mark and I attended the candlelight Christmas Eve service at the Naselle Lutheran Church, had a game night with some friends, and then enjoyed a quiet holiday. Complete with a video chat with our grandson, watching movies, and slurping down some homemade clam chowder. Heading into New Year’s week, I’ve been reflecting on this past year and looking towards 2025. I’m not usually one for resolutions or ma...
The POW/MIA Missing Man Table is meant to remind viewers of fallen, missing, or imprisoned U.S Service members. Nearly 81,000 American service members remain missing after having served in World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and other conflicts involving the U.S. There are key elements in each table that are meant to be a reminder to never forget those service members who never came home. The table is round, to show our everlasting concern for our missing men. The cloth is white, symb...
My husband, the generous giver that he is, shared his germs with me and I was laid out with a bad head cold all last week. Since I was sick, I missed out on all the plans I had for the week. I was disappointed to miss the Christmas party at the Grays River Grange, playing Bunco with friends at the Naselle Community Center, and just being able to get out and about. Thankfully, I was feeling well enough on Sunday to get to some fun events. Mark and I ventured into Naselle to the Finnish American...
A weekend of Christmas events When I opened the blinds on Saturday morning, it was 8 a.m. but it was so dark out I wondered if I had looked at the clock wrong. Thick, oppressive clouds brought a deluge of rain and after a week of sun, it was an unwelcome way to start the day. I had already had a rough week, between nursing a sick husband and battling a self-doubt-filled depression spiral, I was left exhausted. However, I was determined not to let those things keep me from all the great events...
The Christmas season is upon us. I love Christmas time! The lights, the decorations, the fun activities and events, and time to spend with family and friends. One thing we've done at our place is we've hung a huge Christmas star between our two concrete silos. It can be seen by all driving through Grays River at night. Our community knows how to celebrate spirit of the season. There are several events in the next few weeks to enjoy. The West Wahkiakum Farmers Market is hosting a Holiday Bazaar...
The Naselle-Grays River Valley School Board met for their monthly meeting on November 19. The board reviewed the minutes and actions taken at a special board meeting that was held on November 5 regarding the proposal to start a wrestling program. It was determined at that meeting that the wrestling program would proceed with advertising to hire a coach. There has been one application received for the position so far. An update was given on the superintendent’s search. The brochure was sent out to 3,500 contacts nationwide. Personal i...
This past Sunday, several volunteers gathered at Johnson Park Community Center to assemble 62 Thanksgiving boxes. They included a mixture of canned goods, gravy mix, pasta, rice, potatoes, sweet potatoes, produce, eggs, and turkeys or chickens. The number of items provided in each box was based on the size of the family. The boxes were distributed on Monday to the individuals and families that signed up for them, just in time for the holiday. On Thursday, December 5, sign-ups for Christmas boxes...
On September 13, the football stadium at Wahkiakum High School was brimming with fans, as parents, students, alumni, and members of the community filled the stands to watch the Naselle Comets take on the Wahkiakum Mules in the KM Trophy 2024. It was the perfect evening for the rival teams to go head-to-head for the first time in several years. A slight chill in the air and a bit of mist was perfect football weather. Going into the third quarter, the Comets held a significant lead. In their first...
The Grays River Flood Control District met at the Grays River Fire Hall on November 13 for their monthly meeting. Commissioners Judy Johnson and Don Dyer were present. Commissioner Stephanie Sotka continues to be on medical leave. The main topic of discussion was regarding the proposal presented at the October County Commissioners meeting to reenact the 2014 moratorium on intentional dike breaching. County Commissioners agreed to the proposal and have passed it on to Attorney Dan Bigelow for review. After his review is complete, a public hearin...
Veterans Breakfast at Rosburg Hall As always, American Legion Post 0111 outdid themselves with a delicious Veterans breakfast on Saturday morning. Events like these allow for friends, family, and neighbors, that maybe haven't seen each other in a while, to connect over a good meal. It's one of the unique opportunities of living in our small community. Each year, I'm impressed how members of the Post set aside a date to honor and serve other veterans and the community. They not only cook the...
Season of Gloom When Mark and I were first considering moving to the Northwest, we had a lot of people ask us how we were going to do with all the rain. We honestly brushed it off without much thought. We had visited many times and we felt like we would be fine. Our first winter proved us wrong. Coming from Denver, Colorado, where the sun shines on average 300 days per year, we were not prepared for days upon days of rain and gloom. Seasonal depression has been a very real thing for both of us....
Welcome to my new column, Westside Stories. I wanted to take this opportunity to introduce myself. I am Lisa Yeager. My husband Mark and I moved to Grays River in June of 2021 after purchasing the old Schmand dairy farm on North Hull Creek Road. We spent our first 2 years clearing years of overgrowth, metal, concrete, and loads of other debris left behind. Our original plan was to develop and build an RV Park, however, due to several setbacks, that venture is permanently on the back burner. On...
It was a packed house at the Grays River Grange on Tuesday evening as candidates for several political offices presented their case to local residents why they feel they are the best person for the job. Doors opened an hour ahead of the start time. The Grange provided light refreshments as residents of Wahkiakum County and surrounding communities filtered into the historic building for a full evening. Candidates mingled with the crowd, shook hands, and answered questions. Long time Grange member and Grays River resident Bob Pyle, gave a rousing...
The Naselle-Grays River Valley School Board met for their monthly meeting on Oct. 15. All the Board of Directors, except for Lonnie Eaton, were present. The agenda was filled with several actions for discussion and approval related to personnel, resolutions, and policies. During the Public Comment portion a request was brought to the board from several parents, students, and representatives of the Naselle Sports Club to restart the wrestling program. The lengthy discusssion covered issues regarding the short time frame to be able to...
The Grays River Flood Control District held its monthly meeting on October 9, at the Grays River Fire Hall. Commissioners Judy Johnson and Don Dyer along with local residents and representatives from various organizations and agencies discussed a full agenda of new and old business. Commissioner Stephanie Sotka will be on medical leave through at least the end of December. She hopes to return to her full duties in January.County Commissioner Gene Strong gave an update on the Grays River dredging grant that has been in process for several months...
