Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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Despite a couple early bumps, the Democratic Caucus went smoothly on Saturday morning in the multipurpose room at J.A.Wendt Elementary School. Like every other county in the State of Washington, Bernie Sanders was declared the winner, with 17 delegates to Hillary Clinton's two. Sanders gained 13 delegates out of a possible 15 on the east side of the county, where 110 people represented eight precincts. At a very crowded Skamokawa table, Clinton had only gotten one vote. Fifteen people showed up...
Bernie Sanders supporters Katie Vegvary and Jessica Holland enlisted their kids in an exuberant and spontaneous march in downtown Cathlamet on Friday to remind voters to caucus on Saturday. L-r, Joshua Pihl, Rownen Vegvary, Katie Vegvary and Jessica Holland. Jaxton Holland is in front, not quite as big as his sign....
There's a lot of work to do. Wahkiakum County officials and members of the Johnson Park Board of Directors toured the Grays River Valley Center in Rosburg on Tuesday to see the condition and needs of the facility and to get a start on rebuilding the center's board of directors, which now has only three members. The center is housed in the old Rosburg School. The county acquired the grounds and building when the Naselle/Grays River Valley School District declared them surplus to its needs....
To the Editor: It was amazing that more than 100 voters were motivated to attend the Democratic caucus at the Cathlamet elementary school. Among them were several young first-time voters who deserve special thanks for setting aside weekend time to participate in our privilege/duty as American citizens. Two young men and a young woman even volunteered to be delegates – thank you Tyler Gorley, Connor Emlen-Petterson, and Bryanna Peek! Ms. O’Connor deserves praise for running a smooth event. As the months between now and November will det...
Students in the Wahkiakum School District have been using Chromebooks for a while, but recently, the district decided to purchase enough to assign a Chromebook to each student at the high school. In the past, students checked out Chromebooks when they needed them. Now they are responsible for one that they will use throughout the school year. They'll turn it in at the end of the year and the very same Chromebook will be waiting for them when they return in the fall. Some students aren't very hap...
A unified command consisting of the Coast Guard, operators of the motor vessel Sparna, Columbia River Pilots and the National Response Corporation Environmental Services oversaw the safe transit of the damaged motor vessel Sparna up the Columbia River to the North Kalama pier last Wednesday afternoon. The US Coast Guard reported that the Sparna, a 623-foot Panamanian-flagged grain bulk carrier, started the transit from its anchorage near river marker 36 with the assistance of two tugs and a Coast Guard safety zone escort at about 12:30 p.m.,...
On Saturday, 39 Wahkiakum students put on two performances of the Missoula Children's Theatre production of Sleeping Beauty to the delight of family and friends. The character of the jester, played by MCT actor/director Alyssa Cooper, drove the action and was in most of the scenes. The students only have five days to learn their lines, songs and dances as well as cues and stage directions, and it works well. The villain Scarella curses Sleeping Beauty to touch a spindle when she turns 16 and...
HALF NICE--Easter weekend may not have been completely nice, but most of Saturday was, so the Lions Club Easter Egg hunt didn't happen in the pouring down rain. Actually, it didn't start getting wet until evening time here, so it was a pretty good day, and with so many events taking place, it was great to not have to wear boots and slosh around through the puddles. Easter Sunday saw some sunshine too, but it was quickly wiped out by heavy rains and hail, at least here in West Valley, so it was one of those mixed up days! The upcoming weather...
Wow! Another month is almost over, that means fair is getting closer. Your 2016 Fair theme is " 4-H- 4 EVER." Hope everyone had a great St Paddy's day and Easter. Thank you to all the volunteers who helped put on the St Paddy's day carnival and the Easter Bingo. Great fun was had by everyone who attended these events. The fairgrounds will hold its monthly Flea Market Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come on down and check it out; they are sure to have something for everyone. The group of volunteers that help make this event a success will soon...
THURSDAY Senior Citizen Luncheon, Rosburg Hall, Noon. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Congregational Church, Noon. Grays River Fire Department, open meeting, 7 p.m. Eastside Play & Learn Group, St. James Family Center, 1:30-3 p.m. Westside Play & Learn Group, Valley Bible Church, 9:30-11 a.m. Community Library & Computer Center, GRVC at Johnson Park, 1-5 p.m. West End Food Pantry, GRVC at Johnson Park, 1-5 p.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), GRVC at Johnson Park, activity room, 2 p.m. FRIDAY Wahkiakum County Injury Prevention Workgroup, River St. pu...
Naselle Comet sports calendar for the coming week includes: Thursday, high school track at Ilwaco at 3:30 pm.; Friday, high school softball at Seaside at 4 p.m. Go Comets! Students will be on Spring Break next week and will return to classes on Monday, the 11th. Have a safe and enjoyable week. Mark your calendar for the annual Spring Chicken Dinner sponsored by the Rosburg Community Club. This year’s event will be held on April 3 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Rosburg Hall. Enjoy the baked chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, hot rolls, s...
Live Music at River Mile 38 Brewing Company: The Downhillbillies, Alex and John Arness, will perform Saturday, April 2, from 5 to 7:30 p.m., on the Crow's Nest Stage during Live at Five. 285 Third St., Cathlamet. For more information call 360-366-4662....
William Shakespeare's Macbeth got a fun retelling in the Naselle High School Drama Club's performance of Macbeth: Off-Kilter last weekend. Set in a high school, athlete Scotty Macbeth wants more, but Duncan Morro is in his way. Macbeth's girlfriend, Sadie Macnutt goes along with Macbeth's plan to set up Morro by putting knives in his locker. Macbeth rises as reputations are ruined but he can't stop wearing plaid and his girlfriend is consumed by a need to clean. It all works out, but not...
Fred Wyman Stanley, 73, of Cathlamet, died March 20, 2016 at the Hospice Care Center. He was born in Kelso on April 25, 1942, to Russell and Clara (Kent) Stanley. He was a member of the Kelso High School Class of 1960 and married Crystal Moorcroft on December 23, 1960. Fred was a self-employed farmer and owner of Stanley's Sanitary Service. He was a member of the Washington Refuse & Recycling Association, Cathlamet Christian Fellowship, Wahkiakum Chamber of Commerce and was a commissioner for Ce...
Nicole Justine Schubert 46, of Longview, died March 20, 2016 at St. John Medical Center after a long and courageous battle against Rheumatoid Arthritis, Diabetes and Lupus. She was born to Frank and Patricia Schubert in Seattle on April 5, 1969. Nicole is survived by her mother Patricia, brother Mark and her daughter Britanie. She also leaves behind numerous loving relatives, friends and her beloved four legged companions. Nicole was preceded in death by her father Frank in 2012. In keeping...
Arthur L. Hauge MD, passed peacefully away March 27, 2016 on Easter Sunday. Art was born December 9, 1925 and raised in Coeur d' Alene, ID, the son of Adolf and Isabelle. He earned his Eagle Scout Badge at the age of 13. He graduated from Coeur d'Alene High School, joined the US Navy and was in active service from 1943 to 1957, including service during the Korean War. With the support of the Navy, Art graduated from the University of California Berkeley with a bachelor's degree and continued...
Livia Louise Abena was born at 11:39 p.m. on February 19, 2016, in Kodiak, Alaska, to Kevin and Heather Abena. She weighed 6 pounds, 15 ounces and was 21 inches long. Her parents are originally from Cathlamet, and now live in Kodiak. Also welcoming her to the family is female black lab Bridger. Grandparents are Scott and Patricia Kehrli from Cathlamet, Pam Abena from Cathlamet, and Tim Abena from Kodiak....
Norman and Phyllis Sotka of Rosburg,WA had their 65th wedding anniversary February 18, 2016. Friends and family are invited to celebrate with them on Saturday, April 9 at 1:00 p.m., at the Valley Bible Church, 4723 State Route 4, Rosburg, WA 98643. Refreshments will be served. Norman and Phyllis met at the Elochoman Grange Hall at a dance following Norman's basketball game, where he played for the Grays River Grange team. The Sotka's dated for over a year and were married February 18, 1951 in th...
All parents of students who will start kindergarten in the fall of 2016 are invited to an informational meeting on April 12 at 6:45 p.m., at St. James Family Center. There will be child care provided at no cost to make it easier for parents to attend. Packets for kindergarten registration will be shared. This meeting is for all families of kindergarten eligible students, even if they are not enrolled at the Family Center. This will be an opportunity for parents to ask any questions they may have. At this time there will also be a discussion of...
Jon Griffin, Washington State University Master Gardener, will present how to grow vegetables environmentally safe with limited resources to make a successful garden. The class will be held on April 18, 6:00 p.m. The cost will be $10 (all family members). The class, sponsored by Washington State University Extension Master Gardeners, will be held in Cowlitz County Training Center located at 1942 First Avenue in Longview. For more information or to register, contact Gary Fredricks at 577-3014 Ext 3 or garyf@wsu.edu....
The Third Annual In-Door Super Sale was held at the Rosburg school on Saturday to raise money for the Grays River Valley Center at Johnson Park. There were several vendors selling leatherwork, woodwork, knick knacks, jewelry and more. Some took advantage of the sale to try to sell items they no longer needed or used. The serious shoppers had already come and gone by noon, but some stayed for lunch and baked goods. Photos by Diana Zimmerman....
The Charlotte House, a program of St. James Family Center, will host a Free Legal Clinic on Friday April 8, from 1-3 p.m. at the River Street meeting room in Cathlamet. Jeffrey Keddie, an Attorney with Northwest Justice Project, will present information on their services as well as helping individuals with specific family law questions, such as how to get a divorce, determining primary custody and visitation and/or establishing child support. For those interested in learning more about this clinic or to sign, call The Charlotte House at...
Goodwill will sponsor another basic computer class and smart devices (iPhone, tablets, android etc.) class on April 12. Basic Computer class is from 9:00—12:00 and Smart devices class is from 12:30 – 3:30. If interested preregister by calling the Community Center at 360-795-7870 ext. 2. If there is not enough interest classes may be cancelled. Preschool story and craft time first and third Tuesdays at 3:30. Meet in the library where Librarian Carol Blix will read a story. Afterwards go downstairs to the Community Center to do a craft. The Com...
Safe@Home, a division of Elder Options is offering free Fall Prevention Presentations for community groups in the Longview/Kelso area. The presentations are a free community service and will offer seniors recommendations to make their home or apartment safer. Participants will receive materials regarding fall prevention, home safety, and emergency preparedness. The goal of the program is to reduce the risk of falls and increase awareness. Other senior topics are available upon request. Church groups, community service groups and clubs who are...
