Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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It has happened for many years: Nevada resident Willow Bill paddled a dugout canoe past Cathlamet last Friday. Bill provides education programs for youth and was part of the group that paddled dugouts to replicate the 200th anniversary of the Lewis and Clark expedition a dozen years ago. The canoe, named the Flying Eagle, was used in the replication, and Bill has been making the trip almost annually since. This year, a young woman from Italy joined him for the lower Columbia passage. The Flying...
The battle over the Town of Cathlamet's purchase of a vacant lot on Main Street isn't over yet. The town council voted 3-2 to buy the lot in quick action after an executive session at the June meeting. Following that meeting, a group of citizens angered by the vote collected over 100 signatures on a petition asking the council to rescind the decision. The citizens planned to present the petition at the council's monthly meeting on Monday, but they learned earlier that day that the sale had close...
Meg Morris and Megan Kuhl were working out the finer details of Bald Eagle Days on Tuesday afternoon. Their push to bring vendors to the event this year must be working because so far the two have 65 vendors signed up. “We think we’re going to put our food vendors by the courthouse,” Kuhl said. “There are nine so far including salmon chowder, snow cones, and Hawaiian.” The big event starts on Friday, July 20, with the annual Rolly and Ginny Armstrong Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest on Friday fr...
Washington's election season advances another step this Friday as election officials will mail primary election ballots to registered voters. Voters in every county will be able to return their ballots via the U.S. Postal Service without having to pay for a stamp. The official primary election day is August 7. The candidates with the top two vote tallies will advance to the general election no matter their party preference. Voters in the Wahkiakum County primary election will have contested races only at the state and legislative district...
To The Eagle: With the election of county officials only a month away, there isn’t much time left for the incumbent assessor to make good on his suggestion to hold a workshop (March 29, 2018, Letters to the Editor) to explain his property evaluation procedures. Property owners had complained in several issues of “The Eagle” about the difficulty in accessing the necessary information to file property value appeals. Bill Coons answered those concerns by volunteering to hold a workshop, but nothing has transpired since last March. In the meant...
To The Eagle: I want to thank the Town Council for having the foresight to purchase the Butler lot. As far as I can see, it is the only vacant lot in the city center area and is both a reasonable and wise investment. The Bank of Pacific sold it for 90K in 1996. Someone bought it for 75K in 2007, and now is selling it to the City for 68K. What's the problem here? Is someone jealous that they didn't get a chance at it? It's a no brainer purchase for the city. Let's use it for green space or parking or both. Thank you council members! Hilarie...
In the editor's column last week, Cathlamet Council Member Jean Burnham was misidentified. Wahkiakum High School would like to correct the 2nd semester honor roll for the 2018 school year. Logan LaBerge earned a 4.0 GPA for the 2nd semester....
To The Eagle: I recently attended a candidate forum that was held here in Wahkiakum County. After listening to the prospective candidates speak and the public-submitted questions, I felt urged to voice my thoughts. First off, the high attendance at the event was impressive. For being such a small county, I was amazed at how many community members took time out of their day to come listen, to inquire, and to observe each candidate in action. This was the first thought that sparked my enthusiasm. Democracy, as described by Merriam-Webster, is a...
To The Eagle: Please think about Washington State Primary Election is just weeks away, August 7. Know why you support someone on the ballot. Best to ignore party politics and focus on the person. Do you agree with the candidate on issues at least 80 percent of the time? Does their past performance reflect your views? Also very important for state and national candidates is protecting your personal liberty and individual rights. In Washington State, all elected officials must protect individual rights. Washington constitution: “All political p...
To The Eagle: While attending the July Town Council meeting, I was saddened to realize that we have been influenced by the national trend to be caustic and lacking in basic civility at a public meeting, regardless of the issue over Ms. Goodroe’s property. I have the impression that some of us will no longer engage each other in what used to be called “civil discourse.” That is not an impression drawn just from public conduct alone. Even some of our elected council members lost awareness of their duty to conduct themselves as examples of prope...
To The Eagle: The Challenge of Champions Pro Bull Riding exhibition will be held at the Wahkiakum County Fairgrounds in Skamokawa on Friday July 20. The gates open at 6p.m. with the event starting at 7:30 p.m.; admission is $15 before event and $20 at the gate with children 5 and under free. Food will be available on site. Tickets are available at the Duck Inn and Road Kill Saloon in Skamokawa; Johnson's One Stop in Naselle and Bob's Surplus in Longview. The Fair Foundation has been working hard to bring this event to Wahkiakum County and...
To The Eagle: As residents of Wahkiakum County we feel that Mark Howie has done an outstanding job as sheriff. His knowledge and integrity of the job has made our county a safer place to live. We are proud to call him our friend. Sincerely, Ray & Ora Loraine Bauer Puget Island...
Wahkiakum County Port 1 Commissioners met quickly for their July meeting last Thursday to hear reports. Commissioner Scott Anderson mentioned that he had recently attended a seminar in Chehalis on broadband. It resulted in a conversation on the topic. “I think it is one of the only ways you’re going to get big business,” Port Manager Jackie Lea said. “I haven’t talked to anybody in the community that hasn’t thought it would be good for them and the community,” Commissioner Bob Kizziar added. Acc...
To The Eagle: As a concerned citizen of Wahkiakum county, I want to express my support for Brian McClain in his campaign for Wahkiakum county assessor. I have known Brian for over 10 years and found him to be a professional businessman during his years as an auctioneer and business owner. He ran his business with accuracy and fairness as well as having outstanding customer service skills. Brian has done so much for the community and we need someone who really cares about Wahkiakum county and the people in it. He volunteers his time and skills a...
WARM ENOUGH?--This past weekend was plenty toasty for many of us, although I heard that right along the coastline, it was much cooler, which is probably why I saw a ton of traffic headed that way! When we are in the upper 80s and low 90s, it's way too warm for my liking but I know the heat lovers were thoroughly enjoying it. As we start this work week, we have cloud cover, which suits me just fine and I heard that temperatures that had been expected to be real hot, have now been forecasted for much cooler, so we'll see how it turns out, as by...
THURSDAY Community Center, Cathlamet, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Community Center, Cathlamet, 6-9 p.m. Girl Scouts, Community Center, Cathlamet, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Learn to knit, crochet and mend, Sandra Sews, Community Center, Cathlamet, 10:30 a.m.-Noon. Walking Group, Community Center, Cathlamet, 9 a.m. Senior Citizen Luncheon, The Hope Center, 3rd & Maple, Cathlamet, Noon. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Rosburg Hall, Noon. Fire Protection District No. 1 Commissioners, Fire Hall, 5:30 p.m. Fire District No. 4, 7 p.m. Cathlamet First...
Wahkiakum County law enforcement officers and emergency response personnel handled a variety of reports during the past week, including: July 9 — 11:36 a.m. The Cathlamet ambulance aided an Elochoman Valley resident who had fallen. 3:37 p.m. An alarm was activated at a Rosedale address. 9:52 p.m. Two adults and three children got lost while hiking on a trail near Vista Park in Cathlamet. A deputy responded and located the party. July 10 — 8:12 a.m. The Grays River Fire Department and the Cathlamet ambulance responded when a Puget Island res...
With all the dry weather I hope everyone is taking extra care with possible fires. It can be something as innocent as a cigarette butt, a piece of glass in dry tinder or a spark from a brush hog hitting a rock. Be safe out there, and be extra careful. Our animals need extra looking after in these hot days as well, so just a reminder, leave lots of fresh water for them and give them shelter out of the heat. News from Naselle: The Finnish-American Folk Festival is again being held in Naselle on July 27, 28 and 29. Bring the whole family and...
The Naselle-Grays River Valley School District Board of Directors met for its monthly meeting on July 17 in the Middle School Commons. In personnel matters, the board approved the tentative hire of Sandra Smith, pending background check and the resignation of Russell Hickman, teacher. Policies 2022 and 2023 regarding digital citizenship and the use of electronic resources were approved. Resolution 2018-7-17 was approved for adopting the budget for the 2018-19 school year. The purchase of 90 Chromebooks was approved using grant funds and...
Lower Columbia College is looking for families to host eight female Japanese exchange students from September 2 to 17. The students are visiting from Atomi University in Japan to take courses, visit the region, and improve their English. “Hosting an international student provides a wonderful opportunity to exchange cultural information and form lasting friendships,” said LCC President Chris Bailey. To learn more about this unique opportunity, email international@lowercolumbia.edu or call (360) 442-2310....
The Grays River Valley Center at Johnson Park, Rosburg, is looking for vendors for its coming Super Sale on August 3 and 4. The sale is usually the largest fund raiser of the year for the center. For more information, contact Carrie Sweeten 360-465-2318....
By The Wahkiakum Chamber Of Commerce July Fridays--Farmers Market 3-6pm Every Friday Thru Sept. 30, Elochoman Slough Marina ~ Mackenzie Jones ~ 360.795.3501 *** Libraries Rock! Children’s Summer Reading Program 2:30-3:45pm (Wednesdays Thru Aug) ~ Cathlamet Library ~ 360.795.3254 Tbd Open Mic Music Night, Skamokawa Grange #425 ~ Jerry Ledtke ~ 360.795.3434 20 Tsuga Gallery Anniversary & Bald Eagle Days Kick Off 5-7pm, Cathlamet: Tsuga Gallery ~ Nell Coulson ~ 360.849.4116 20-22 Bald Eagle Days Community Festival Cathlamet: Main Street ~ W...
Wahkiakum Community Center 100 Main Street Cathlamet 360.795.7870 Greetings from the Center, we will be closed for a meeting Monday May 23rd, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday May 26th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. will be a Wahkiakum Community Center Volunteer Training open to current volunteers and Flex Hosts. The code will be changed after this meeting so if you are unable to attend please contact me. The center has new operating hours: Mondays through Wednesdays 9 a.m. to noon, Thursdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Friday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday Night Movie 7...
The Friends of Skamokawa Foundation will host its 28th Annual Wine Tasting and Auction Benefit, "A Cornucopia of Wines" on Saturday September 8. The event will run from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Skamokawa Grange, 18 Fairgrounds Road in Skamokawa. The wine portion of the event features fine wines from around the world for sampling by participants as well as a variety of appetizers for attendees to enjoy. During the wine tasting, guests will have the opportunity to bid on an extensive variety of unique, specialty items created by local artists,...
All hunters born after January 1, 1972 must complete the hunter education course to be held in Cathlamet, to qualify for a hunting license. The first session will be held August 4 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.; the second session on August 9 from 6-8:30 p.m., and the third session on August 11 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. All classes will be held at the Cathlamet Fire Hall in the DeBriae room. Participants must register online beginning July 23 at http://my.register-ed.com. Bring no guns or ammunition to classes, but do bring a sack lunch. For further...
