Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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It's not every day that a high school principal gets dunked on, and it's certainly not every graduation, but much to Wahkiakum High School Principal Stephanie Leitz surprise, it happened to her on Friday in front of a big crowd. She can thank the Class Choice speaker Ryan Quigley for that. And Joey Moore who provided a little support by holding up the small rim and backboard behind her. Valedictorian Kennedi LaBerge welcomed the friends and families that were there to celebrate the Class of...
Commissioners of Port District No. 1 discussed the marina boat launch, dredging and streetlights last Thursday at their June meeting. Some boaters continue to power on at the marina boat launch, despite several posted signs stating that it is not allowed. Driving boats on to partially submerged trailers is called powering on or power loading. The proper procedure is to float the boat onto the trailer. In order to power on, boaters must speed up the motor, causing the propellers to spin more...
Wahkiakum County commissioners worked on a variety of personnel issues when they met Tuesday. At the end of the meeting, Commissioners Dan Cothren and Blair Brady--Commissioner Mike Backman is in Alaska--voted to increase the salaries of certain elected officials for the first time in years. The county clerk, auditor, assessor, sheriff and treasurer will receive 15 percent raises effective July 1. Assessor Bill Coons presented the request on behalf of the officials. "An adjustment needs to be done," he said. Based on the length of time since th...
Arrgh! There's nothing like publishing to show your mistakes to the world. We made a whopper last week. While preparing the page honoring the Wahkiakum High School Class of 2016, I typed "2015." I finished the page, read it over "carefully," and printed a copy. Two colleagues proofed the page. This is normal; all copy is reviewed three times before going into print. We made some minor adjustments but we all missed The Big One. So. We all apologize to the WHS Class of 2016 and their friends and families. We've printed the page correctly this...
Nick Vavoudis is all about the details, and it might be from all the years he worked in high technology sales. These days, the details are all about the kids on the Wahkiakum High School golf teams, the kids he has worked with as a volunteer coach and now in his new role. He just finished his first season as head coach. Vavoudis and his wife, Martie-Lynn, moved to the northwest, finally settling in Cathlamet in 2008. "The reason we came here?" he asked. "The weather and the price of housing. But...
Members of the Washington National Guard and the Washington State Guard who meet state residency and other requirements can qualify for free hunting licenses under a new law that took effect this week. A free license package to hunt big game, small game, and migratory waterfowl is now available to active, full-time members of the National and State Guard, and to those who participate in drill training with these military units on a part-time basis. Sponsored by Rep. Brian Blake of Aberdeen, the special licensing offer won unanimous approval by...
BIG DIFFERENCE--Last Saturday was certainly a big change from the previous one, as instead of trying to keep out of the blazing sun and shading ourselves with our umbrellas, like we had to do at the car show, we were raising those umbrellas to keep from getting soaked from some very heavy downpours! Of course, we did have some breaks, which were nice, but all in all, it was a pretty soggy day here in West Valley. However, just down the road, or in Cathlamet, the sun was shining and it was pretty doggone nice so it really depended on where you...
Wow! Fair is coming quick. Hope everyone is working on their entries for the fair. Fair books should be out soon. The County Fair Board and the Wahkiakum Fair Foundation will be holding two separate yard sales at the fair grounds on Friday June 17 and Saturday June 18, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come check them out and see what you can find. There are several furniture items in both sales. On June 25 will be the first leg of the Silver Buckle Series. The show starts 9 a.m. sharp. For more information call the fair office (360)795-3480. There is...
THURSDAY Great Rivers BHO Governing Board, Special Session, 360 NW North St., Chehalis, 10 a.m. - Noon. Rosburg Community Club, 7 p.m. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Congregational Church, Noon. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Rosburg Hall, Noon. Cathlamet First Aid Division, Fire Hall, 7 p.m. Skamokawa Fire Department, First Aid Division, 7 p.m. Grays River Fire Department, ambulance training, 7 p.m. Wahkiakum Fire District No. 4, 7 p.m. Christian 12-Step Program, Cathlamet Community Center, 101 Main St., 7 p.m. Community Library & Computer Center, GRVC...
News from Naselle: Early Tuesday morning, one of our local friends, Angela Gaines (from Okies) lost her husband. Donations are being accepted in an account set up at the Bank of the Pacific to help with Eric's service and any continuing needs of the family. Donation cans will also be available at local businesses. You can drop any donations of canned goods, or other items they might need, at the Mochas & More Coffee Shop in Naselle. Meals are also being collected to make things a little easier for the family. Carol Haven will be coordinating th...
Wahkiakum Interfaith Network's Vacation Bible School will be held this year at Heritage Bible Church, June 27–July 1, 9 a.m. – Noon with check-in beginning at 8:40 a.m. It is for children entering Kindergarten through 5th grade. At Deep Sea Discovery kids will participate in learning through crafts and science and enjoy snacks and games. Pick up registration forms at participating churches, SJFC, the Wahkiakum County Eagle or call Deborah Blumberg at 795-0077. Transportation from St. James Family Center is available with prior arr...
Vacation Bible School for children ages 6-11, will be held at Shekinah Christian Center, 1015 3rd Ave., Longview, July 11-15, from 5-8 p.m. Call 360-423-1300 to register....
Wahkiakum County law enforcement officers and emergency response personnel handled a variety of reports during the past week, including: June 6 — 5:13 p.m. A water outage was reported at several Cathlamet residences. The Public Works department was notified. 6:29 p.m. A caller reported that a fence was down on Greenwood and that cows were in the road. 7:37 p.m. A caller reported that a sewer alarm had been activated in the Skamokawa area. 7:59 p.m. A caller reported a possible hit and run accident on Puget Island. Damage to a guardrail was f...
It wasn't the turnout that Wahkiakum High School Cheer Advisor Kate Brenner hoped for, but the lucky few that attended the Colorumbia Fun Run on June 4 had a great time. The event was a fundraiser for the cheer team. Courtesy photo....
Members of the Cathlamet Woman's Club gathered Tuesday in the garden at the Julia Butler Hansen House in Cathlamet to plant a rose in honor of their 2016 Citizen of The Year, Mary Ann Nelson, center....
Hunters who submitted applications for 2016 special hunt permits can now view the results of this year's drawing on the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) website. The results of the random, computerized drawing were verified June 9 and are now available for viewing at https://fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov/wa/specialhuntlookup. Holders of the special permits can hunt at times and locations beyond those authorized by a general hunting license. WDFW is emailing applicants who asked to be notified about the results of the drawing and has...
Rep. JD Rossetti (D-Longview) says he’ll use his new position on a state board to create jobs in the 19th District and across Washington state. The Speaker of the House appointed Rossetti to the Community Economic Revitalization Board, which helps local governments and tribes fund projects that create jobs. Those projects include water lines, stormwater systems, port facilities and other public structures that support economic growth. For more information about the Community Economic Revitalization Board, go to: http://www.c...
Michael D. Seaberg 76, of Kelso, died on June 7, 2016. He was born to Edward and Helen (Lindwall) Seaberg on January 30, 1940. They lived on Puget Island and he graduated from Wahkiakum High School in 1958 and attended LCC and University of Washington. Mick married Linda Jones in 1966 in Washougal. He had careers in restaurant design, boat building and yacht design. He enjoyed several years at Christensen Yachts in Vancouver, as well as several other companies. His expertise was in board drafting and later AutoCAD. Mick enjoyed wood working,...
Patricia Diane Schubert, age 73 of Cathlamet, passed away in her sleep at home on Tuesday, June 7, 2016. She was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Peter and June (Herrn) McShane on April 23, 1943. Patricia (Pat) graduated from high school in Minnesota in 1961. She then began her career as a flight attendant where she met Frank Leo Schubert. They were married on October 4, 1963. Pat and Frank moved to Seattle where they both attended the University of Washington. In the 1970's they moved to Castle Rock, Washington. Their house on the Toutle...
Readers of all ages will explore all things sports and fitness this summer as Cathlamet Public Library presents “On Your Mark, Get Set, Read” during their summer library program. Activities may include group games, physical challenges, art projects, science and engineering experiments, and more. The 2016 Summer Reading Program is open to young people, preschool through young adult, with programs, prize drawings, storytimes, and more. Families are invited to join the Read-to-Me portion of the program. Sessions are Wednesdays from 2:30-3:30 p.m...
Children with disabilities will have a chance to reel in some big trout during a special fishing event July 9 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Merwin Fish Hatchery, east of Woodland. More than 100 young people and their families are expected to turn out for the 18th annual Merwin Special Kids Day, sponsored by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) and Pacific Power. Sponsors ask that participants be pre-registered by June 30 by calling 1-800-899-4421. Prior to the event, WDFW will plant the wheelchair-accessible hatchery waters...
Speaker of the Washington House of Representatives, Frank Chopp has appointed 19th District Rep. Brian Blake (D-Aberdeen) to the Pacific Fisheries Legislative Task Force, replacing former Rep. Dean Takko. The task force, composed of lawmakers from Alaska, California, Idaho, Oregon, Washington and British Columbia, was created to promote the fishing, seafood and aquaculture industries, and work with other fishery organizations to resolve interstate disputes. “I am looking forward to participating on the task force and working with lawmakers f...
Lewis and Clark National Historical Park hosts the second of its trail run series on Saturday, July 2. The Lewis & Clark Trail Series includes several different events along trails through forest landscapes. All events are open to walkers and runners of all ages and provide the opportunity to experience the northwest coast the way people have done it for thousands of years – on footpaths. Come for either an approximately 4 mile walk/run or run a half-marathon course along a variety of the park’s trails. Both courses will include some long hil...
Live Music at Puget Island Farmers Market, 59 W. Birnie Slough Rd. On Friday, June 17, Christine Darby will perform from 3-6 p.m., on the Up-Beet Stage. For more information call 360-560-3785. On Saturday, June 18 at River Mile 38 Brewing Company Farmer Rob (Rob Stockhouse) will perform from 5 to 8 p.m., on the Crow's Nest Stage during Live at Five. 285 Third St., Cathlamet. For more information call 360-366-4662....
Compiled by Diana Zimmerman Hannah Arn: Wahkiakum Dollars for Scholars Car Show - $2,500, Lions Club Sid Parker Memorial - $500, KLOG Student of the Month - $150; total $3,150. Tyra Elliott: Nutter Family Foundation Scholarship - $7,000 x 4 = $28,000, Michael Gisler Memorial Scholarship - $1,000, Timber Scholarship - $1,000, Wahkiakum Dollars for Scholars Car Show - $2,500, Western Undergraduate Exchange Scholarship - $10,000, Hancock Forest Management Scholarship - $750, Wahkiakum Education Association - $500, total $43,750. Connor Emlen-Pette...
