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Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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Though we are just slipping into April, it has already been a remarkable year for Wahkiakum High School senior Lilian Hale. Last month, Hale was serenaded by the Washington State Legislature as she stood in proxy for her step-father, Representative Joel McEntire, during the final day of their last session while he was deployed for military duty. Hale is likely to remain the youngest person to ever serve in this capacity. One has to be 18 to do so and those senators and representatives welcomed...
The Washington State Legislature passed a $69.8 billion operating budget last year. The added money approved this session will be spent through June 2025 when the state’s budget resets. About half of that money is for “maintenance level” costs for government activities already underway. The other half is for new policy investments. Inslee on Friday also signed a supplemental capital budget, which will pay for construction costs across the state. On Thursday, he put his signature on the supplemental transportation budget. Here are some areas whe...
Local historian, Irene Martin, and Appelo Archive Center Director, Annika Kay, will discuss the rich history of Wahkiakum County at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 6 at Little Island Creamery. Their presentation will include the historical and cultural history of the people who have inhabited our communities over time. Artifacts from The Wahkiakum Historical Society and Appelo Archives Center will be on display. General Admission is $10 per adult. 18 years and under are free. Little Island Creamery,...
To The Eagle, As Sheriff of this County, I stay away from publicly commenting on Town of Cathlamet politics as much as possible, but on certain occasions and in the name of truth and correcting misconceptions, I must speak. I believe the attack on the current mayor with censorship on his "behaviour" (a Canadian spelling of the word), is misleading at best, and bullying at worst. I have witnessed or have been present on several occasions where the rude, disrespectful, aggressive, and hostile behavior from a councilman was almost too much to...
To The Eagle, I am writing to express my deep concern and frustration regarding the behavior exhibited by certain members of our town council during meetings. As a concerned citizen who attends council meetings, I was appalled by the lack of professionalism and decorum displayed by some individuals entrusted with the responsibility of governing our community. One council member, in particular, conducted themselves in a manner unbefitting of their position. Throughout the proceedings, this individual appeared more preoccupied with their...
To The Eagle, I have periodically been involved with our current mayor working on town-related issues for several years. After reading the censure letter and his rebuttal comments, a couple of things stood out to me. Firstly, I am embarrassed on his behalf for his conclusion on the status of his relationship with the Town Council in his State of the Town pamphlet. Our Council is very competent and committed. Rather than blaming the Council for his poor relationship with them, perhaps he should be accountable and look in a mirror. Rather than “g...
Last week, I attended the Story Discovery at the Scale conference held at Stanford University.The conference brought together a mix of reporters, publishers, technologists, and academics to discuss tools and resources to help news organizations of all sizes better cover local news. Attendees ranged in size from small community news blogs to The New York Times. The Eagle was invited to help represent the needs of small, rural communities like ours. I spoke on a panel about the challenges of deploying new technology and practices in news...
This weekend's Hook the Hawg salmon derby was sponsored by the Wahkiakum Chamber of Commerce and the Elochoman Slough Marina. It was a great time for all who attended. Trailers filled the parking lot at the marina as anglers tried their best to hook the biggest salmon. The final winners gathered at River Mile 38 Brewing Company. All participants who landed a fish had their names put into a raffle. Prizes ranged from sweatshirts, tee shirts and hats from the marina to equipment rentals from...
SPECIAL DAYS. Those celebrating birthdays this week from April 4 thru 10 are: Marissa Longtain, Janet Bryan, Wendy Westover, Kylie Thacker, Rafael Gilbertson, Trygve Gilbertson, Timothy Parker, Janna Doumit, Patti Phillips, Matt Wright, Brian Doiron, Nicole Schubert, Mackenzie Jones, Tylor Watkins, Randy Vik, Nikki Danker, Liam Thomason, Michaela Phillips, Ashlee Olson-Blouin, Judy Wilde, Samantha Ahrndt and 67'er, Keith Lawrence. Those celebrating anniversaries this week are: Mitch and Keri Moonen, Keith and Tina Fauver, Mr. and Mrs. Joe...
March 25 6:20 p.m. A Cathlamet caller requested sheriff’s deputies after a relative threatened to assault them. March 26 5:13 a.m. Emergency services were called to help a Skamokawa resident after a fall. 9:52 a.m. A caller in Naselle requested The Grays River ambulance responded to a family member who had fallen. The caller stated that medics would need at least four people to help. 1:45 p.m. A motorist called in to report a large rock in the West bound lane of SR4 near Flandersville. 2:41 p.m. A car was reported speeding and swerving on S...
Brad A Williams of Puget Island died suddenly on March 26, 2024. Graveside services will be held at Greenwood Cemetary on April 20, 2024 at noon with a Celebration of Life will follow at 1:00 at the Salt & Tomato/RM38 Brewery. Obituary to follow....
Harry Harrison, of Puget Island passed away on Thursday, 21st March at Westside Hospital in Hillsboro, OR. Born on October 12th, 1944, in Cleveland Ohio, he was the son of Harry Benjamin Harrison and Violet Catherine Staab. Harry was married to his college sweetheart, Debbie Irvine for fifty-one years before she passed due to Alzeimers in 2017. He was a father to three children, Kevin (who predeceased him), Drew and Sarah Lawrence. In 2018 he married Elizabeth Johnson, who survives him. His...
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...
At the regular Tuesday meeting of the Wahkiakum County Commissioners the board addressed a range of issues. Erica Zink from Health and Human Services introduced two members of the high school advocates program. These students get paid to be role models and mentors for their peers. Along with meeting students one on one, they also develop information to distribute to students. Recently the developed a bulletin board with information for students on healthy relationships and energy drinks. Adam Vogt, a GIS technician, for the county, presented...
April is National Poetry Month. If you have been thinking about crafting your thoughts into a poem, now is the time. Last Saturday, Robert Michael Pyle led a workshop titled, “Writing from Nature” at a Writers Guild event held in Astoria’s old Alderbrook neighborhood. The daylong workshop was a rare opportunity to learn about writing with precision based on careful observation from one of the northwest’s most revered poets and authors. Two Wahkiakum County poets attended, Ruby Hansen Murray...
It’s time for the spring 2024 semi-annual Branche Bradley Library Foundation book sale scheduled for the 12th and 13th of April at the library. All proceeds go to support the library and its programs. The library is in need now more than ever. The library has been collecting books since last October and the library backroom is full of boxes of donated books. The money raised from the sale goes to support the library and its programs. The book sale will be held on Friday, April 12th, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturday, April 13th, from 1...
THURSDAY West End Food Pantry, Johnson Park, 1- 5 p.m. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Noon, Hope Center 320 S 3rd St. Cathlamet. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Noon, Rosburg Hall, Rosburg. Community Library & Computer Center 12-5 p.m. Johnson Park, Rosburg SAIL Program, Exercise for Seniors, 12:45-1:45 p.m. Hope Ctr. 320 S. 3rd St. Cathlamet. Rosburg Community Club 7 p.m. Rosburg Hall Cathlamet Fire Department, 7 p.m. Skamokawa Fire Department, 7 p.m. Grays River Fire Department, 7:30 p.m. Puget Island Fire Department, 7 p.m. District No. 4 Fire...
