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Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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On Saturday, River Mile 38 Brewing Co.'s female staff members brewed their own beer to celebrate women in the industry as a part of the Pink Books Collaboration Brew Day. For Amanda Doolin and her co-brewers, this was a rare opportunity to step away from the taps and participate in the brewing process. "I've been here for a year and a half and at another brewery before that, but this was my first time brewing from start to finish," Doolin said. General Manager Carisma Sanchez collaborated with...
At 5 p.m. Friday, March 26, Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) crews reopened both lanes of US 101 at milepost 1.2, just north of the Astoria-Megler Bridge, following emergency culvert replacement work. Travelers should plan for daytime delays with single lane closures Monday, March 29 through Friday, April 2, while crews install roadway markings and perform site restoration work. The work is weather dependent. Both lanes of US 101 just north of the Astoria-Megler Bridge now OPEN following emergency culvert replacement . . ....
While a section of unstable roadway forced the closure of State Route 401 on Feb. 23, the Washington State Department of Transportation is continuing work to reopen at least one lane of the highway, as soon and safely as possible, a department spokesperson said in a Tuesday announcement. Following thorough evaluation of field data, WSDOT geotechnical engineers have determined that emergency contractor crews will likely be able to build a temporary bypass road around the damaged section of roadway. WSDOT is working to hire an emergency...
Wahkiakum County and Port District 1 are evaluating how to improve water quality at County Line Park. The county owns the park property; Port 1 has contracted with the county to operate the facility. The park's water system has failed several recent quality tests, Todd Souvenir, facilities manager for Port 1, reported to county commissioners on Tuesday. State officials have inspected the park's well and water system, Souvenir said, and they've suggested a chlorination system and other improvements may be required. The port is waiting for the...
As of Tuesday, there had been no new covid-19 cases for two weeks in Wahkiakum County, leaving the cumulative number at 104. According to the Washington Department of Health, 1,574 tests had been conducted so far. Nearby in Cowlitz County, 4,481 people had tested positive, with 89 cases considered active, and 61 deaths attributed to covid-19. In Pacific County, they were reporting 822 cases and 10 deaths. Across the river in Columbia County, 1,313 people had tested positive for covid-19, and 24...
To The Eagle: Having coached track and field at Wahkiakum High School from 1966 to 2001, one of my responsibilities was to keep accurate records; keeping in mind what is required to make records valid, e.g., two clocks on running events, wind aided (on sprints) etc. There are several records on the board in the high school gym. These records (available on www.waheagle.com) are correct. Also, I would like to see the track trophies in a display case in the hall instead of gathering dust in some closest. Terry Bonny Cathlamet Compiled by Terry Bon...
Connecting people considering suicide with immediate help is the aim of a proposed law that funds a 988 emergency number with a new tax on phone lines. HB 1477, introduced by Rep. Tina Orwall, D-Des Moines, is aimed at tackling issues within Washington’s crisis response system and easing the transition to the new number. “This bill will do analysis of the current system including the gaps in crisis services,” Orwall said. “It will also consider more specialized crisis responses for tribes, youth and other high risk populations.” The Federal C...
Ivy Pete remembers attending high school football games in her hometown. But instead of pride for her school, she felt humiliated. Pete, a junior in high school in Spokane and member of the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe, said she experienced constant reminders of how her school used Native images and names. The front office hosts a glass case containing two Indian mannequins dressed in regalia, “akin to animals in a zoo,” she said. That her school would show such misrepresentations of a diverse culture, she said, only added to her frustration. “Wh...
Thirteen folks marched the sidewalks of Cathlamet on St. Patrick's Day with seven Irish Wolfhounds. Above, Terrance Maloney with Brawn's Misty River Drifter. Photos were taken by Jean Kelsey. Above: Pam Hanson and Howard Drifter. Right: George and Shawna Stone walked a couple big dogs....
Wahkiakum County Sheriff Mark Howie this week joined colleagues across the state in speaking out against violence against Asians. "We grieve for the families of mass shooting victims in Atlanta and condemn acts of violence against any targeted group," the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs said in a March 18 statement. "A recent rise in crimes against Asian Americans has occurred here in Washington and across our country. "WASPC strongly condemns violence and acts of hate. WASPC members will continue to arrest and hold...
WET--I wish the forecast had been wrong and our Spring weather had shown up with more sun than rain, but it was pretty wet off and on this past Saturday. I hate to complain about it much though as many areas of our country were dealing with tornadoes and snow storms and were experiencing much worse conditions than we were. Currently our forecast calls for a couple of dry days on Friday and Saturday, so we hope that forecast holds! NOT SO GREAT--My cousin in Australia, Pam Everest, was showing me pictures of the massive amount of flooding in...
Due to the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak, meetings and events usually listed here have been canceled or changed to online participation until further notice. The Eagle was advised of the following events: Online Recovery Meeting, Lower Columbia River Refuge Recovery. Mondays 6:30 p.m. Zoom ID 960 8413 9102. Community Center, Mon. 9-12 & 1-5. Tues-Thurs. 9-1. Friday by appointment. Cathlamet Library T-F 2-5 p.m. Covid restrictions enforced....
Greetings from the fair office. Glad to see us moving in to Phase 3; hopefully we will be able to get doing more things out at the fairgrounds. We will hold Easter Bingo on April 2 starting at 6 p.m., the doors will open at 5 p.m. The big raffle will be a TV. We will also have a raffle prize table, and bingo cards are still 3 for $10 and they play all 20 games. So mark your calendars and come on down to the fairgrounds for a fun night of bingo. Then on Saturday the Fair Foundation will hold its Easter Carnival and Easter Egg Hunt. The egg hunt...
With spring almost here drivers have just one more week to remove studded tires from their vehicles. The Washington State Department of Transportation reminds drivers that state law requires all studded tires to be removed by the end of the day Wednesday, March 31. Starting at midnight on Thursday, April 1, drivers with studded tires face a $136 fine. Studded tires damage pavement, so removing them promptly after winter has passed helps preserve state roadways. Tire removal services can get crowded near the removal deadline, so plan accordingly...
Movin' On: Yesterday was Sunday and the traffic changed on Loop Road in front of my house. For the 17 years I've lived here, I've watched weekend visitors drive by to the bridge. First, they go by to get to the bridge, then they go by to get back to SR 4, so I assume they went to the Covered Bridge. I suspect the new longer "detour" will cause drivers from Oregon to choose SR 4 to get back, rather than the longer drive on 101 to get to the Astoria Bridge and Highway 30. So I'm assuming we'll...
Wahkiakum County law enforcement officers and emergency response personnel handled a variety of reports during the past week, including: March 14 — 7:17 p.m. Deputies responded to a domestic disturbance at a Cathlamet home and took an individual into custody after a caller reported that she had been assaulted by her ex-boyfriend. 8:29 p.m. A caller reported that two people in a Cathlamet apartment were yelling and physically fighting. Deputies responded. March 15 — 1:25 a.m. An alarm was activated at a Rosedale address. The owner was con...
The Naselle/Grays River Valley School District Board of Directors held its monthly meeting on March 16. In personnel matters, the board approved the hire of Scott Smith, head track coach and Kathryn Green, assistant track coach, along with Rick La Greide, as middle school track coach. Andrew Anderson was hired as a part-time groundskeeper. The board also approved the school calendar for the 2021-22 school year. The board conducted a first read of policies by the Washington State School Directors Association. These included Sexual Health...
Ellen Helmey Danker, 97, died March 19, 2021 at Effingham Hospital in Georgia. The Effingham County native was a member of Zion Lutheran Church and was a retired Postmaster. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ward Leroy Helmey and Emma Fetzer Helmey; husband, Eugene Vernon Danker; siblings, Leroy, Ralph, Harley, Walton, George, Jack, Clifford, Hilda, and Minnie Lee. Survivors include her children, Anthony Danker of Cathlamet, Lucille Leckman of Duluth, MN, and Vernon Danker of Guyton, GA; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren;...
Registration is open for spring quarter Continuing Education courses at Lower Columbia College. Visit online at www.lowercolumbia.edu/ce and click on the shopping cart to learn more or email mharris@lowercolumbia.edu. · The Geologic History of Mt. St. Helens (Lawetlat’la volcano) NEW Live Online Zoom! 5:30-7:30 pm, Tuesdays, 4/6-5/18. $59 · Beginning Bird Watching NEW! Live Online Zoom! –7-8 pm, Thursday, 4/8/2021 - 5/6/2021. $55 · Owls of the Northwest NEW! Live Online Zoom! –7-8:30 pm, Thursday, 5/20/21. $15 · CSI Adult Presentation Live Onli...
Do you want to grow blueberries this year, but have questions? On March 27 at 9 a.m., WSU Master Gardener Art Fuller will present how to successfully grow blueberries. Learn which varieties do well in this area, how to plant them and take care of them for a successful crop. A free 1-hour presentation will be followed by the opportunity to ask questions about the topic. No need to register, just pop in. Connection information (you must have a Zoom account--sign up for one at zoom.us), then join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS, or Android:...
The Coast Guard is promoting a mobile application to assist with maritime voyage planning, boating safety and maritime distress in the Pacific Northwest. On waterways throughout Washington and Oregon, the U.S. Coast Guard works diligently to provide safety information, conduct preventative inspections and assist mariners in distress. With the increased reliance of mobile phones, an official U.S. Coast Guard Boating Safety Mobile application, available for free on iPhone and Android devices, is a modern way for the Coast Guard to assist the...
The Lower Columbia College (LCC) Fighting Smelt Speech & Debate Team competed for four days at one of the most competitive national tournaments in the country, the Pi Kappa Delta National Comprehensive Tournament, yielding impressive results. The team was honored with 2nd place in Community College team sweepstakes, as well as 12th in debate and 14th in overall combined team sweepstakes out of the 79 colleges and universities from across the country, with 520 students competing. Ilinca Slabu of Longview won the final round of JV IPDA debate out...
WSU Master Gardeners are offering a worm composting kit for $30, which contains everything you need to begin your vermiculture experience including the finished worm bin; healthy red wiggler worms; as well as food, bedding, and other bin amendments. The instructional workshop, handout, and box assembly instruction video link will be provided when you pick up your kits in Longview on April 3. You can purchase it here: https://worm-composting-bin.cheddarup.com. Attending the Free Online Workshop on March 31 at 6:00 p.m. will give you the...
Locally owned radio stations KLOG, Cookin’ Country and 101.5 The Wave have started this area’s first local Podcast Network, The Cowlitz Podcast Network. General Manager John Paul said “Many people have great ideas for podcasts, but may not want to invest in the equipment, or know the steps to take to get started. The Cowlitz Podcast Network will make it easy to be your outlet for producing and promoting your podcast.” The Cowlitz Podcast Network has built a top-of-the-line podcast studio that can be rented out to local nonprofits, experts in a...
Limits on the use of force by police and investigations of officers who have a pattern of misconduct continue to make their way through the Legislature, with some bills winning broad approval and with some passing only on party line votes. While all agree on the need to review police procedures, some, mainly Republicans, worry the state is going too far in trying to rein in police tactics. Use of force A ban on military-grade equipment and neck restraints by police officers continues to gain momentum in the Legislature after HB 1054 passed the...
