Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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My brief experience working at The Wahkiakum County Eagle has taught me much. I have developed new skills, met great people and connected with wonderful organizations in the community. The challenges of getting a fresh publication out on a weekly basis has been exciting. This newspaper is a connecting point in our rural landscape that bridges us together. Having a place to express concerns, promote events and celebrate our citizens helps blend the varied systems that make up Wahkiakum County....
Civility and cooperation guided the May 6th Town Council meeting on Monday night. Councilperson Stowe joined on Zoom while the rest of the council and the mayor worked together in person. The first order on the agenda was to vote April as Fair Housing Month. The proclamation was approved by all. Duncan Cruickshank presented the latest project from Wahkiakum Health and Human Services. Due to Wahkiakum county being considered a medically underserved area, the health department was able to secure a...
Sounds of sewing machines and laughter filled the lobby of the Hotel Cathlamet as quilters from around the Pacific Northwest reunited for their retreat. This group of women, who range from young sewers to great grandmothers, share a passion for beautiful fabrics and intricate quilt patterns.Karen Bruggman traveled from Moses Lake to Cathlamet last year and was drawn to the area. She struck up a conversation with hotel owner, Laurel Waller, and a tradition was born. Filling the hotel twice a...
Defendant, Ryan Helms, was found guilty of theft in the first degree on April 16, 2024 in Wahkiakum’s Superior Court. Judge Donald Richter presided over the trial of Helms vs. the State of Washington. Helms has been found to have stolen upwards of $24,000 from a legal gambling game held at The Duck Inn. The game of chance called, “Ace of Spades” brought in thousands of dollars from participants. Helms was in charge of keeping the money until the final payout. When the winner of the pot was a...
Spring has sprung and it’s time to fill those large blue pots with flowers. The Wahkiakum Blooms Team stays busy throughout the year to keep the pots full of flowers and seasonal decorations. The project began in 2018 with a group of dedicated volunteers and a donation from the Wahkiakum Chamber of Commerce. The goal was to bring beautification to the county, one blue pot at a time. Starting with just 8 blue planters, they have grown to 40. According to Donna Beaupre, there are currently 11 v...
A full house greeted the Mecha Mules team as their leader, Ron Wright, presented the teens to the town council. Students presented their robots and explained the functions. They have won the Regional Competition and are heading to the Nationals in Washington D.C. Fundraising efforts will begin May 4th. The council adjourned briefly for a group photo. The next agenda item brought tensions to the meeting. Sheriff Howie reviewed the RCW catagory for the “No Parking” zone on Main Street at the Col...
By Stacey Lane The PUD commissioners met with the exception of Gene Healy, who was excused to serve on jury duty. Manager Dan Kay is proud of the work being done by the PUD staff and crews. “The PUD is getting stuff done. With the sun coming out, more customer jobs are getting started”. The infrastructure projects are moving along quickly. The looping project work on Puget Island will be starting next week. The PUD is estimating that it will take 4-6 weeks to complete. Broadband is being ins...
The first Earth Day celebration was in 1970 and continues to be celebrated each spring. It brings to light the need to protect the environment for existing and future generations. Many achievements have been accomplished, including recycling programs, cleaner air and water as well as an awareness of the small actions of the individual. It’s a great day to see how we can take small steps to improve our environment. Some ideas could include starting to compost kitchen scraps, walking or cycling t...
Julia Butler Hansen’s house sits in downtown Cathlamet waiting for the next series of needed repairs. On April 5th, discussions were held in the historic parlor with local and regional representatives who all share an interest in helping bring the home into the next chapter. The Washington State Historical Society was recently given $30,000 to do a study on the work needed to improve the structure and protect the contents that reflect the legacy of Julia Butler Hansen’s time serving as the sec...
The Library Board welcomed Vickie Franklin as the new librarian and existing members were approved. The council approved the budget items with the library choosing to clean the existing carpet rather than replacing it. The library needs a new computer table and chair as well as a new laptop computer. As a follow-up, the library has been utilizing the Community Center for larger events, including Story Time for children, and the Pioneer Church. In a discussion led by Councilman Chamberlain, the...
At the beginning of the PUD meeting, Mayor David Olson spoke to the commissioners, urging cooperation and transparent communications in all dealings between the Town of Cathlamet and the Wahkiakum County PUD. He emphasized the need for all discussion on improvement and efficiency to be public and transparent to best serve the community. Councilwoman Hendrickson followed up by stating that no meetings are being held in secret and isn’t clear about the mayor’s comments. The mayor also spoke about the cooperation between the town, PUD, Cha...
Mayor David Olson will host another open forum with muffins and coffee in the meeting room at the Cottage Bread & Breakfast, 380 Una Ave, Cathlamet from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. Citizens, residents or anyone interested are invited to drop by for complimentary muffins and coffee to discuss issues, ask questions, or raise any concerns regarding the activities of the Town of Cathlamet or any challenges facing the community. Mayor Olson states “These open forums are to spark citizen discussion and i...
Daffodils announce the coming of springtime, heralding in the warmer days like nature’s trumpets. They can be seen planted in flowerbeds, along roadsides and in abandoned homesteads. They are usually a brilliant shade of yellow, which contrasts with the new green grasses and rainy spring skies. Daffodils are perennial bulbs. In order to bloom in the spring, the bulbs need to experience a period of cold temperatures to promote root development, which is why they don’t grow well in hot cli...
Jordan White encouraged dancers to keep their knees relaxed as he bounced his way through the Swing Dance workshop at Little Island Creamery Friday night. "Use the pulse!" he said. Little Island Creamery, located on Puget Island, has been expanding their venue's activities to include Sunday family movies, live music and a variety of dance styles. Owner Kathleen McDonald, reached out to White through social media advertising. The class started at 7:30 p.m., after the cows had been milked....
Some think that the holidays are the highlight of the year. If you are a gardener, you know that your favorite day is when the nurseries start stocking up with garden goodies. Who doesn’t love the feel of new gloves and crisp seed packets? You likely spent the long gray winter days pouring over seed catalogs and dreaming of fresh tomatoes right off the vine. The challenges of weather, pests and soil struggles seem miles away. The snow reminds the hopeful gardener that it’s a bit early to put...
