Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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When Michael Kirby transferred from a grocery store in Toledo to manage Cathlamet Market Fresh a couple years ago, he was told it would only be for six months. With the transfer came a promise that his half a year would be rewarded with management of an even bigger store. "We had to twist his arm," David Kirby, his father said. Little could he or his father know that it would become a much more permanent post. On April 11 of this year, not long after his father retired from the business,...
The Wahkiakum School District Board of Directors heard reports from principals, got an update on Chromebooks, and approved the purchase of a vehicle and skidder at their June meeting on Tuesday. Debby Hansen, who has been dubbed the cybrarian, gave a report on Chromebooks use at the school district in the past year, explaining how they were keeping track of them and the expectations for their use. As of today, she said, the district had 445 total working Chromebooks. Superintendent Brent...
The Wahkiakum County commissioners met briefly Tuesday to approve various small expenditures and requests. After discussion and approval in past sessions Bill Sauters was officially appointed to the Workforce Southwest Washington board. Mr. Sauters is representing Wahkiakum organized labor at the board. The liquor license for Duffy's Irish Pub was renewed and a temporary license for the Wahkiakum County Fair was approved. The commissioners approved the contract for an after hours answering service for Health and Human Services, as required by l...
The swimming pool is now open with the following schedule: Monday through Friday: 6:30-7:30 a.m. - Lap Swim, 7:30-8:30 a.m. – Aerobics, 8:30-9:00 a.m. – Lessons, 9:00-12:00 p.m. - Closed for cleaning, 12:00-4:00 p.m. - Open Swim, 4:00-5:30 p.m. – Lessons, 5:30-6:30 p.m. - Lap Swim, 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Aerobics, 7:30-9:30 p.m. - Open Swim, & Saturday: 12:00-4:00 p.m. - Open Swim. The pool can be reached at (360)795-0000 for scheduling, lessons, or more information. Visit https://www.townofcathlamet.com/parks-recreation/swimming-pool to view th...
Wahkiakum County Superior Court has announced the implementation of a new web-based jury system program that will allow jurors the opportunity to complete their juror summons questionnaire online through the Wahkiakum Online Juror Portal when summoned for jury duty. Juror Summons forms will now provide information on how to go online and complete the required qualification/questionnaire through the Wahkiakum Online Juror Portal or jurors may still complete the mailed summons and return them to the Wahkiakum Clerk’s Office by mail or in person....
To The Eagle: FBI director James Comey reopened the investigation into Hillary Clinton’s private email server days before the 2016 election. Possibly giving election (not popular vote) to Republicans. Now, the twice-impeached, twice-indicted Republican ‘front runner,’ is going up in the polls and bringing in $$$$. What does that say for the Republican party? Witch-hunt? Really? A grand jury shall find an indictment only when, from all the evidence, at least three-fourths of the jurors are convinced that there is probable cause, to belie...
To The Eagle: “If you can convince the lowest white man he's better than the best colored man, he won't notice you're picking his pocket. Hell, give him somebody to look down on, and he'll empty his pockets for you." Lyndon B. Johnson. If you can convince the lowest MAGA Republican that they’re better then the best Democrat, they won’t care when you cut their Social Security, health care and lower the quality of their kids’ education, to pay for billionaire tax cuts. Hell, if you give a MAGA Republican somebody to hate, they’ll even vote for...
To The Eagle: After reading the indignant response of “No we didn’t” by the contributor who took exception to the use of the all inclusive ‘We’ in the letter titled “Looking in the mirror,” I was inspired to imagine an 18th century discussion between two fellow American colonials in 1787. “Nathan! Have you read the latest balderdash by that uppity snit, Jefferson?” “Nay, I avn’t. Wot’s he sai?” “He says ‘We The People’ are all created equal and have ‘rights’ given by God Almighty!” “Blimey! Wot bloody peepal? Hoose this damned ‘We’ as s’pos...
The Cathlamet town council met Tuesday and discussed speed limits and sewer rates again. The discussion about sewer rates began with connection fees for new developments. The city has not changed utility connection fees since 2013. The council discussed various methods of discount including the number of homes built or lower connection fees for less expensive housing but no decision was made. The port manager was the most recent water customer to ask for a larger reduction of their bill after a leak at the marina reached $2,800. The council...
Submitted by Jessica Vik Washington STEM, ESD 112, and Career Connect SW held their 2nd ever Rising Star dinner on Tuesday, June 13, at the EDS 112 Conference Center in Vancouver. A taco/burrito buffet was served before the program started for the girls nominated, their families, nominators, and school district superintendents. These three partners were on the hunt for young thinkers, scientists, engineers, inventors, entrepreneurs, and leaders who have inspired others with their STEM...
The Wahkiakum County PUD Board of Commissioners talked about renewables and their net metering policy before hearing reports and heading into an executive session on Tuesday. There was a lengthy discussion regarding the PUD’s net metering policy. The policy addresses how customers who use solar power or other renewables are credited for the power they generate. Utilities are feeling increasing pressure from the Washington State legislature to encourage their customers to adopt renewables and t...
A Swallow-tail Butterfly on a Weigela bush. Photo by Sarah Lawrence....
WET BEGINNING--Our work week is starting off with a mix of clouds and rain and then some sun breaks and some heavy downpours in between; ugh! We woke up to the low 40s and barely got up to the mid-50s, so this is definitely not swimsuit weather just yet. As summer begins, the forecast is looking to be a bit drier, so we will see how that goes, as around here, the forecast can change in the blink of an eye! SPECIAL DAYS--Those celebrating birthdays from June 22-28 are Lance Britt, Danny Helms, Travis Gibson, Mary Baldwin, Don Speranza, Cliff...
THURSDAY Cathlamet Fire Department, 7 p.m. District No. 4 Fire Department, drill night, 7 p.m. Grays River Fire Department, fire/ambulance, 7 p.m. Skamokawa Fire Department, 7 p.m. Wahkiakum Planning Commission, Courthouse, 6 p.m. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Hope Center, Noon. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Rosburg Hall, Noon. Free Senior Fitness and Balance Class, Hope Center, 3rd & Maple, enter via door on 3rd, 12:45-1:45 p.m. Walking Group, Community Center, Cathlamet, 9 a.m. Eastside Play & Learn Group, St. James Family Center, 10-11:30 a.m. West...
The weather in the Northwest has finally warmed up and outdoor grilling has begun in many homes throughout Washington State. Barbecue-related fires may cause significant property damage and burn injuries. According to the National Fire Protection Association, on average 10,600 home fires are started each year and 19,700 patients are sent to hospital emergency rooms because of injuries involving grills. Last year in Washington State, cooking fires that include open grills totaled 2,121 with a total loss of over 10 million dollars. The State...
Lisa Nelson wrote this tribute to Francy Pentilla on Facebook: "In all my life, I never heard her speak an unkind word, never observed her fail to serve others, and I never observed her complain. She lived to be 96, so that is a lot of years of observing. She was the most kind, loving, and personable human being I ever met; a supreme role model and example for how to live. She wasn't wealthy, extreme, or extravagant. She was common folk to the core. If I can live up to half the things that she...
Our beloved Jack passed away June 7th at home on Puget Island surrounded by his family and friends. He was born in Portland, Oregon, April 2, 1947, son of Harold and Lois Oakes. He and his brother, Brian, grew up on Yamhill Street next to Mt. Tabor Park. He attended Benson Polytechnic H. S. where his father taught for 30 years. Jack became a skilled mechanic and machinist. He used his mechanical knowledge, skill, and inventiveness to help his family, friends, and neighbors. He was a quiet man with a kind heart who lived his belief that people...
Vista Park is "good and busy," Assistant Manager Terina Davis told Wahkiakum County Port 2 commissioners at their meeting on Tuesday. She's been researching ways to convert their tennis courts to pickle ball, and searching for the perfect vehicle to transport their equipment and materials to other Port 2 properties in the county. The port is all set up to start selling ice to campers with the addition of an ice machine and a big chest freezer for ice storage. They've also reached out to local...
Last year I issued a challenge for the Wahkiakum County Fair. I was pretty sure that I, an infrequent baker, could make the best pie in the county, and I happily told you so. I confess it was mostly bluster, but it was a bit of fun. Twenty-three other bakers in the county stepped up to prove me wrong, and boy did they ever. Four of them took top honors. I got a blue ribbon, but I think it was the fair’s way of saying, “Bless your heart.” The GFWC Cathlamet Woman’s Club has taken over the pie...
John C. Thomas Middle School has announced the grade point averages recently earned by grades 6-8 for the fourth quarter. The following students earned a 4.0 GPA: Lilli J. Deaton, Kyle J. Gonzales, Abigail R. Mckay-Beach, Mayleonna D. Casey, Ryen O. Hurley, Joseph Q. Merz, Joshua V. Moon, Annelise I. Vik, Jett M. Grangroth and Chloe N. Sutton. Students earning 3.2-3.9 GPA are: 8th grade- Ryce Samantha Dela Cruz, Ky N. Ly, Matthew A. Wills, Henry M. Wilson, Evelynn J. Miller, Raylynne J. Ogle, Israel A. Velke, Sarah J. Mellis, Robert D....
Seagulls on the walking bridge near Skamokawa Grange Hall. Photo by Ian Brandon....
Wahkiakum County law enforcement officers and emergency response personnel handled a variety of reports during the past week, including: June 12 — 8:09 a.m. A caller reported that a phone was either lost or stolen. 9:37 a.m. A caller said she was bitten by a small white, leashed dog while walking down Columbia Street. 1:49 p.m. The Cathlamet ambulance aided a child on Puget Island who was stung by a bee. 2:42 p.m. A driver was stopped in Deep River. The deputy found an open container in the vehicle and discovered that a driver’s license iss...
Submitted by Ron Wright Follow the signs to visit our operating stations at the Wahkiakum High School baseball fields this coming Saturday, June 24, anytime between noon and 5 p.m. to experience what emergency communications are like between our county and the rest of the world. We have two stations going this year: one will show digital comms, the other will demonstrate both CW (aka "morse code") and voice. This is the annual "ARRL Amateur Radio Field Day" where stations from all over the...
Travelers using the Lewis and Clark Bridge connecting Longview and Rainier, Oregon will need to plan ahead, expect extra congestion during nighttime commutes and prepare for a lengthy detour as this five-week repair project begins next week. On Monday, June 26, Washington State Department of Transportation contractor crews from Combined Construction, Inc. will begin the long-awaited project to replace two bridge expansion joints and a fractured floor beam. Each evening one lane will be closed, and flaggers will alternate across the bridge one...
Sun sets over KM. Photo by Diana Zimmerman....
