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Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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A log truck driver from Terrebonne, Ore., was hospitalized Monday after his truck ran off SR 4 east of Cathlamet and rolled onto its side. Charles Ron Wilson, 69, sustained cuts and fractures of facial bones. He was airlifted to a Peace Health hospital in Vancouver and underwent surgery, which went well, his son said in a Tuesday Facebook post. The eastbound truck ran off the highway around 4:48p.m. at the foot of the Abe Creek passing lanes, downed utility lines, took out a guard rail, and...
To The Eagle: What’s all the commotion on healthcare about? I remember when we worked, so much was taken out of our paychecks for SS, Medicare and Federal. Then we had up to three options of what type of health benefits we could choose from, Kaiser, Blue Cross, etc. Have the companies stopped providing health benefits? If so, why? Is it because the government taxed them so much with fees and regulations that they could no longer provide decent health benefits for its employees? I understand those with health issues need some type of health i...
The arts of blacksmithing, wool spinning, candle dipping, and soap making were being practiced by volunteers at the Stella Historical Society's annual Remnants of the Past event on Saturday. The event raises funds for restoration at the historical site along SR 4, where the forge and post office are located. For safety reasons, a new forge is being built. Matt Moore, a building inspector by day, was bathed in sweat as he hammered away at a project he was working on in the forge, while...
Wahkiakum County commissioners on Tuesday dealt with a variety of issues ranging from wage negotiations to elk hoof rot and, of course, dredging. Commissioners and department heads held a workshop to discuss issues and goals for coming negotiations with the county’s union employees. The major points included: Sheriff Mark Howie said he would want adjustments in officers salaries. He presented data showing deputies make 34 percent less than the statewide average, and corrections officers make 43 percent less than the average. The undersheriff a...
Jared Vik and Jason Will harvesting barley on Ohrberg property on Puget Island September 2. Below, Bob Ohrberg is checking to see that the job is done right. Courtesy photos....
Ocean conditions for salmon headed to sea this year are very poor, according to recent NOAA Fisheries research surveys, and have a high likelihood of depressing salmon returns to the Columbia River in the next few years. The outlook is described in a recent research memorandum from NOAA Fisheries’ Northwest Fisheries Science Center, which has been studying the ecology of young salmon entering the ocean for more than 20 years. The research has helped reveal how conditions in the ocean affect salmon survival and, ultimately, how many salmon c...
The John A. Hartford Foundation Business Innovation Award for 2017 was awarded at the recent annual National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (N4A) national conference held in Savannah, Georgia. Dave Kelly, AAADSW’s Executive Director, was pleased to have the Agency recognized at the award ceremony for the nomination of AAADSW’s Care Coordination program. Director Kelly will be presenting the nomination plaque to AAADSW’s board at their regular meeting on September 28 at 1 p.m., at AAADSW’s Vancouver offices. The award was inaugur...
Charles (Chip) Lloyd Ostervold III, 53, died September 11 at his home in Longview. A visitation will be held at Dowling Funeral Chapel in Cathlamet on Saturday, September 16, from 1-4 p.m. A funeral service will be held Sunday, September 17, 1 p.m., at St. James Church. A full obituary will appear at a later date....
DAMPNESS--It was great to have a little bit of moisture this past weekend, although I'm not sure everyone agreed as there were a lot of things going on, like people camping and fancy cars and trucks headed to car shows, that would rather have had it dry. The beginning of this week was due to be dry and warm, while a cool down and maybe even a few more showers may be falling upon us by the time you read this. However, as we all know, the weather is subject to change from one day to the next. SPECIAL DAYS--Those celebrating birthdays from Sept....
THURSDAY Community Center, Cathlamet, 9 a.m.-Noon. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Community Center, Cathlamet, 6-9 p.m. Girl Scouts, Community Center, Cathlamet, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Cathlamet Fire Department, 7 p.m. Port District No. 1, 500 2nd St., Cathlamet, 10 a..m. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Congregational Church, Noon. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Rosburg Hall, Noon. Skamokawa Fire Department, 7 p.m. Grays River Fire Department, fire training, 7 p.m. Grays River Fire District No. 3 Commissioners, 7:30 p.m. Puget Island Fire Department, drill night,...
News from Naselle: Sports calendar for the coming week: Thursday, high school volleyball at South Bend, JV starts at 5:45 p.m. varsity to follow; Friday, high school football in Naselle with Wishkah at 7 p.m.; Saturday, high school volleyball at Adna Tournament at 9 a.m.; Monday, middle school volleyball in Naselle with Ocosta at 5:45 p.m.; Tuesday, cross country at Toledo at 4 p.m., high school volleyball at Wahkiakum at 5:45 p.m.; Wednesday, middle school volleyball at Raymond at 5:45 p.m. Go Comets! The Naselle-Grays River Valley school boar...
Wahkiakum County law enforcement officers and emergency response personnel handled a variety of reports during the past week, including: There were 245 vehicle stops from September 4-10. Deputies issued at least 184 warnings and 30 citations. Two individuals were arrested. September 4 — 12:13 a.m. A power outage was reported in the Skamokawa area. The PUD was notified and had power restored at 5:48 a.m. 1:09 a.m. A caller reported a suspicious person parked near a quarry in Skamokawa. State patrol responded. 6:35 a.m. A caller reported s...
The 10th annual Grays River Covered Bridge Dinner will be held on October 7. Wahkiakum 4-H volunteers come together to transform this historic bridge for an evening of dining and fun. Local flavor has always and continues to be included in the menu. Jeffery Reynolds returns to play his violin for your listening pleasure. An auction along with a poetry reading round out this fundraising event benefitting the Wahkiakum 4-H program. Tickets may be purchased at the Bank of the Pacific in Cathlamet and Naselle along with the Wahkiakum WSU Office...
The Naselle Comets defeated Rainier Christian 50-8 last Friday. The Comets put their 50 points on the board before R.C. scored late in the fourth quarter. Erik Lund scored on a 15-yard run and two-yard pass from Cole Dorman. Ethan Lindstrom scored on an 18-yard pass from Dorman, who ran the conversion. Fa'aoso Tutu'u scored on a 51-yard run. Donny Edwards returned a punt for a 51-yard touchdown, and Dorman passed to Eaton for the conversion. Jacob Eaton caught a Dorman pass for a 25-yard touchdown, and Daniel Holt scored on a one-yard run. The...
The Portland Chamber Orchestra with Finnish Pianist Ruusamari Teppo and Music Director Yaacov Bergman, will be held September 23 at 4 p.m., at The Liberty Theater, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria with general admission of $30. Tickets may be ordered at www.libertyastoria.org or at the box office. Now in its 70th season, PCO has embarked on an exciting music-making year. Under the expert musical direction of West Coast favorite, Yaki Bergman, PCO has made a choice to be a beacon of unity that celebrates, welcomes, and embraces all people, both...
The Astor Street Opry Company has announced its original production of Shanghaied in Astoria - Topsey Turvey. This limited two-night only show is sure to delight all Shanghaied fans. It’s simple - the boys play the girl roles and the girls play the boy roles. It’s a cross dressing extravaganza meant to lampoon their own beloved show, Shanghaied in Astoria. This two night fundraiser is only $10 per ticket and all proceeds go to help with further building projects. The show runs September 15 and 16 with the house opening at 6:30 p.m., and the...
The Family Health Center has been looking for the right people to staff the Wahkiakum Clinic in Cathlamet for years. They finally got their wish when Dr. Hassan Tabrizi joined the practice in July, and Nurse Practitioner Kristie Andreas, who has been at the clinic for a year, declared her intention to stay. "We're so excited for them to be here," Clinic Manager Amanda Wisdom said. "We've been working really hard towards getting full time providers here for a couple years now, so we are happy to...
A dedication ceremony has been planned for the memorial for local men and women involved in the commercial fishing industry on September 24 at 1 p.m. at the Elochoman Slough Marina. Refreshments will be served after the ceremony. The memorial, which is located at the marina, currently has room for 14 more names. A third large plaque has been ordered, and it will have room for another 54. For more information or to make a donation, please contact Stephanie Olsen at 360-957-1576. Checks must be...
Last Wednesday, Sheriff Mark Howie, left, read the oath of office to Eddie Watters, middle, who was sworn in as a new deputy in the Wahkiakum County Sheriff's Office, and Mark Hake, right, who was promoted to the rank of sergeant. Photo by Diana Zimmerman....
On Friday, September 15 at the Puget Island Farmers Market, 59 W. Birnie Slough Rd., Joanne Rideout and Jerry Middaugh from 3-6 p.m., on the Up-Beet Stage. Call Rob Stockhouse for further information, 360-560-3785. On Saturday, September 16 at River Mile 38 Brewing Co., Ty Catlin and Friends from 5-8 p.m., on the Crow’s Nest Stage, 285 Third St., Cathlamet. For more information call 360-366-4662....
River of Life will host a unique opportunity for learning and understanding on Sunday, September 17 at 6 p.m. Irene Gut Opdyke was a courageous Polish woman who helped others survive the Holocaust during Nazi Germany. River of Life Assembly of God has the privilege of hosting a meeting with her daughter Jeannie Opdyke Smith. Jeannie is part of a new generation of Holocaust Speakers who share life stories from their parent's first-hand experiences. She is a member and speaker for the Oregon & Washington Holocaust Speakers Bureau, a regular...
We have been busy here at the Community Center these past two weeks. Our schedule is full with regular groups and activities as well as new events. Our Free Computer Classes given by Goodwill continue the first Wednesday of each month from 10:00-12:00 and WorkSource is here as well providing employment strategies and assistance. This weekend, Friday, September 15 and Saturday, September 16 brings a wonderful opportunity to experience the Cathlamet Art Festival. Entitled “The River of Art,” it is sponsored by the Tsuga Gallery. On Saturday, the...
A graveside service will be held for William Reed Dasch on Saturday, September 16 at 10 a.m., at Belcrest Memorial Park, 1295 Browning Avenue S., Salem, OR 97302. His obituary was published in the March 16, 2017 edition of The Eagle....
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) has announced a tentative schedule for the fall razor clam season set to begin in early October. Final approval of all scheduled openings will depend on results of marine toxin tests, which are usually conducted about a week before a dig is scheduled to begin. "We're releasing a tentative schedule to give people plenty of time to make plans to go digging this fall,” said Dan Ayres, coastal shellfish manager for WDFW. State shellfish managers are also seeking public input on management o...
The Columbia River ecosystem and its primitive inhabitant, the sturgeon, will be honored in Vancouver Saturday, Sept. 16, at the 21st Annual Sturgeon Festival. The free, one-day festival runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Water Resources Education Center, 4600 S.E. Columbia Way in Vancouver. The festival is hosted by the City of Vancouver in partnership with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW). While sturgeon have top billing, the popular festival features a variety of entertaining and educational activities for all ages. Spec...
