Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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The failure of an electrical panel controlling a steering mechanism forced the ferry Oscar B. to cease service last Thursday. Wahkiakum County Public Works Director Chuck Beyer said a replacement part was expected last Saturday, but it was not shipped because of unforeseen circumstances. Instead, a ferry crew member journeyed to Woodinville north of Seattle to deliver the part to the ferry on Tuesday. "At this time," Beyer said Tuesday afternoon," "once new parts are installed this afternoon...
Spring is in full swing and for lots of local students, it’s time to graduate. With baccalaureate and their Evening of Excellence behind them, Naselle High School seniors are enjoying a three day trip to Sunriver. This weekend they will take their final steps as high school students. Graduation starts at 4 p.m., Saturday, June 3, for the Class of 2017 in the NHS gym. Ceremonies will begin for Wahkiakum High School seniors with baccalaureate on Wednesday at 7 p.m. It’s in a new location this yea...
Raja Estes is valedictorian for the 2017 Naselle/Grays River School District's Class of 2017. She will graduate with a 3.96, a GPA which she maintained while attending Running Start classes at Clatsop Community College for the last two years. "I have enjoyed it from the beginning because it was challenging," Estes said in an email. "It allowed me to take a variety of classes that Naselle didn't provide, as well as prepare me for what my next years at university will be like. Being someone who...
With a GPA of 3.92, Kyryn Jacot is the salutatorian for Naselle/Grays River Valley School District's Class of 2017. Jacot was accepted to Central Washington University, where she plans to study biology. "Ever since I was a little kid I've loved working with animals," Jacot said. "That is my end goal to have a job that is working with animals." She considered being a veterinarian, but that would require her to be in school. Despite the obvious work it has taken to be salutatorian, she would...
Above, a crowd gathered to honor the men and women who gave their lives in the service of their country at a Memorial Day service on Monday morning. Lower right, a local youth played Taps at the Memorial Service on Monday morning at the Greenwood Cemetery. Photos by Diana Zimmerman....
To The Eagle: I declare myself in response to Howard Brawn’s and in support of J.B. Bouchard’s recent letters to The Eagle. I am perhaps brain dead and I have been irresponsible as a citizen of the United States not to insure that Trump would not be elected president. He will never earn a capital “P” from me. But who would have thought… , but I understand, members of both parties have been irresponsible to America and Americans' needs. Change was needed but not Trump. But with my faults, I do take pride in knowing the facts and using facts in a...
To The Eagle: I feel like Mike Swift just shouted in my face without really saying much beyond a few tired platitudes [Letters To The Editor, May 25, 2017 edition]. He might consider expressing an original idea once in a while. No sense in my denying the aging hippy comment. Got me dead to rights. I also feel like Swift left his audience hanging on to nothing with his final comment that we "read more history." I do actually read quite a bit of it and have some publications to recommend. If you're an insomniac and like multi-volume series, try...
On Saturday, a young Wahkiakum Mule baseball team beat Napavine 14-8 and claimed the third place title in the state tournament at Wheeler Field in Centralia. "Against Napavine we smashed the ball and we were really effective on the base paths, taking advantage of Napavine mistakes," Coach Marc Niemeyer said. "Zach (Brown) came in and pitched great and got us out of a big jam. Hank (Ferguson) had a heck of a day behind the dish, allowing nothing." Terris Record struggled early on the mound so Z....
Comettes claim state championship Lillian Zimmerman’s third throw in the shot put was enough to bring home a first place medal at the State 1B Track and Field Meet in Cheney, which took place last weekend. The throw of 35-04.75 was also a new personal record for the sophomore at Naselle High School. Others earning medals for the Comettes include: Sophie Scrabeck tied for fifth in the pole vault, clearing 8-00. She took seventh in the javelin with a throw of 107-00. Ellie Chapman placed fourth in the 100m hurdles with a time of 17.36, and f...
The Coast Guard coordinated assistance for the disabled tug Mauna Loa who became disabled and began to drift towards the Washington coast on May 23. The 113-foot Mauna Loa along with their 320-foot barge were met by the crew of tug vessel Lauren Foss, who took it into tow and is towing the disabled vessel to Port Angeles. Watchstanders at Coast Guard Sector Columbia River received the report from the master of the disabled tug stating that they suffered engine failure and were drifting toward the coast. Watchstanders then coordinated with the...
A MIX--We had some pretty warm days last weekend, but by the time you read this, it's supposed to have cooled down and maybe even rained, so we have really had some "yo-yo" weather around here lately! Umbrellas for shade one day and wearing flip-flops and the next thing you know, we're still using umbrellas but we've got boots on to wade through all the puddles! Let's just hope the weekend will be decent as there's a lot going on and we'd all rather see dry than wet! SPECIAL DAYS--The following people will celebrate their birthdays from June...
Friends of Skamokawa at Redmen Hall and other active artists are calling for all local people (all ages) to create a piece of art, photograph, poetry that will show what they think is so special and valuable about the Columbia River, and/or the effect of the Columbia River on their lives. The exhibit is named "For the Love of the River,"and they would like to have a variety of works submitted. This exhibit will provide an opportunity for all the creative people in this county to show why this is such a special place to live. "For the Love of...
THURSDAY Community Center, Cathlamet, 9 a.m.-Noon. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Community Center, Cathlamet, 6-9 p.m. Cathlamet Fire Department, 7 p.m. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Congregational Church, Noon. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Rosburg Hall, Noon. Skamokawa Fire Department, 7 p.m. Grays River Fire Department, work night, 7:30 p.m. Puget Island Fire Department, drill night, 7 p.m. District No. 4 Fire Department, 7 p.m. Westside Play & Learn Group, Valley Bible Church, 9:30-11 a.m. Cathlamet Public Library Board of Trustees, 12:45 p.m....
After I posted my column last week from California telling everyone how hot it was, the weather took a turn to cooler. The rest of my trip was in the high seventies and low eighties. Nobody wanted me to leave, because apparently I brought the nice temps with me. It turns out the weather was warmer here than down there. Go figure. I just know it is so good to be home in the trees, green grass and quiet. No traffic noise, sirens and weird folks walking up and down the sidewalks. Three of my granddaughters will be flying in on the 7th for a...
Wahkiakum County law enforcement officers and emergency response personnel handled a variety of reports during the past week, including: In a four-day holiday emphasis patrol, officers issued 203 warnings to drivers for issues such as speed, dysfunctional lights, expired vehicle registration, not visible license plates, not coming to a full stop and illegal passing. Another 13 warnings were issued May 22-24 for a total of 216 for the week. May 22--8:58 a.m. An officer issued a citation to a driver for excessive speed at Milepost 32 on SR 4. 10:...
The Astor Street Opry Company is looking for a few good men and women to play in this season of Shanghaied in Astoria with no experience necessary and minimal show commitment. Only those 17 years and older may participate. The Astor Street Opry Company is a not-for-profit, 501c3 community theatre organization and is also currently seeking show sponsors. The show runs July 7 through September 9. Sponsorships start at just $150 (cash or in-kind donation). For more information, call 503-325-6104, or email info@astorstreetoprycompany.com. Learn...
Goodwill and Northwest Motors Sales and Service (NWMS) have just celebrated the completion of a 3-month Industrial Training pilot program designed for next generation workers to learn living wage industrial trades. This is a new and unique program, which combines on-the-job training and mentorship with customized classroom instruction and case management support, to prepare young adults ages 18-24 for living wage jobs in the Cowlitz County area. NWMS is a local company that provides installation, servicing and maintenance of electric motors to...
A crowd showed up for the 13th opening day of the Puget Island Farmer's Market on Friday. There was produce, cheese from two creameries, handcrafted breads, grass fed beef and lamb, homemade jams, live music and more. The farmer's market runs from 3-6 every Friday throughout the summer. Above: Megan Blackburn makes a sale at the Skamokawa Creamery stand at the farmer's market on Saturday. Photos by Diana Zimmerman....
Dana Hamp is no friend to dirt. "Dirt fears me," she laughed. "I've always been into cleaning, even when I was a child. I call it cleaning therapy." Hamp's family moved to the Naselle area the same year Mt. St. Helens blew. Her brothers graduated from Naselle High School, but when her parents divorced, she moved to Seattle with her mom. After finishing high school, she tried beauty college. It didn't take. So back to school she went. To support herself while she furthered her education, she...
Ray Elton (Teed) Prestegard died May 18, 2017 at the hospice center in Longview. He was born April 14, 1935 on Puget Island to Archie and Ethel (Nepsund) Prestegard, with his twin brother Roy. He lived on Puget Island and in Cathlamet and attended Wahkiakum High School. Teed was in the United States Air Force for 21 years, from 1954 to 1975. After retiring from the Air Force he moved back to Cathlamet. In 1967 he married JoAnn Irving. September 16 would have been their 50th anniversary. Teed was known throughout the area for his Prestegard...
Doris A Takko, 72, of Skamokawa, died on May 27, 2017 at St. John Medical Center. There will be a celebration of her life at the Skamokawa Grange at 2 p.m., on Saturday, June 17. Dowling Funeral is in charge of arrangements. Full obituary to follow next week....
On Friday, June 2, at Puget Island Farmers Market, The Mutineers (Brian Mathusek and Mary Young) will perform from 3-6 p.m., on the Up-Beet Stage, 59 W. Birnie Slough Rd., Puget Island. For more information call Rob Stockhouse at 360-560-3785. On Saturday, June 3, at River Mile 38 The Mutineers (Brian Bathusek and Mary Young) will perform from 5-8 p.m. on the Crow’s Nest Stage, 285 Third St., Cathlamet. For more information call 360-366-4662. On June 1-2 at River Mile 38, Danny the Keyboard Guy, 5-8 p.m. on the Crow’s Nest State, 285 Third St....
Don’t forget that this Wednesday, June 7th from 10:00-12:00, will be our first Computer Class! These are free and offered by Goodwill. They will be here every first Wednesday of the month. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn basic skills and/or sharpen your technology skills. For all of you that have requested a return of the Computer classes this is for you! WorkSource will also be here to help anyone with Employment Strategies. All are welcome. Anyone with physical limitations or seniors that need assistance with transportation please c...
Last summer a group of volunteers set off for a tremendous adventure. Their goal was to offer free summer lunches after summer school. During their 26 days of cooking and serving lunches, they encountered wonderful experiences: Sheriff Howie came to visit during lunch, mystery guests surprised everyone, treats were given, and even Santa and Mrs. Claus made an appearance. By the time their adventure ended, they had served 567 meals over the summer. The team of volunteers for Wahkiakum Summer Lunches announces that they will once again serve a...
June 3 Rods & Reels Car Show Skamokawa: Wahkiakum Fairgrounds Lee Tischer – 360 430-4377 3 Naselle High School Graduation 9 Wahkiakum High School Graduation 10 Flea Market 9-3 p.m. Skamokawa: Wahkiakum Fairgrounds Patty Dursteler – 360 795-3480 17 Father’s Day Rod Run To The Roadkill Roadkill Saloon; April - 360 606-0179 24 Silver Buckle Series 8am Skamokawa Wahkiakum Fairgrounds Patty Dursteler - 360 795-3480 23-24 Pulled Pork Sandwiches & Garage Sale Puget Island: Norse Hall Jan Silvestri – 360 795-8759 23-25 Puget Island Garage & Yard Sa...
