Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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"We've had a good life," Jean Kenner née Wika said. "It's been a nice life." Her husband Ralph had just been reminiscing about the eight months the couple spent on a fishing boat in Alaska. When the wind came up, he said, they would anchor in the bay and have a cocktail. The couple, who have been married for 70 years, began their story in July of 1946. Kenner was 21 and a native Missourian. He had made several friends while serving in WWII and was visiting one on Puget Island when he met Jean...
Will Wahkiakum County come to the aid of the Town of Cathlamet in an effort to increase connections to the town's sewer system? Council Member Dick Swart and the county board of commissioners broached that subject Tuesday at the commission's weekly meeting. Swart had reported that the council is studying its water and sewer rates, with increases coming soon. One report to the council stated rates would have to increase 110 percent to keep the sewer system solvent. "One of the underlying issues, at least for sewer rates, is the small customer ba...
Wahkiakum County is on track to pick up an extra $900,000 in revenue this year from the state Department of Natural Resources. This year, county government should receive just over $1 million from the harvest of timber off the county's DNR managed trust timber lands. In addition, the county should receive another $900,000 in compensation for 300 acres of trust timberland which has become encumbered by either steep soils concerns or habitat conservation for marbeled murrelets, an endangered species. The encumbered timberland will be transferred...
Six candidates for the 19th Legislative District took positions on a variety of topics at a League of Women Voters Candidate Forum on Sunday in Kelso. After introductions, the candidates were asked questions from the League of Women Voters and the audience including. Below is the first question and each candidate's response. What particular economic development opportunities to do you feel could benefit the 19th legislative district? For State Senator, District 19 Sue Pederson (R): I think that...
To The Eagle: I write to support Doug Goelz for Superior Court Judge. But I will start by thanking the readers for allowing me to serve as a judge for 38 years, beginning in 1976. The job was very rewarding for me but also very challenging. A good judge needs to work very hard and apply the law carefully and in a way that makes sense for the people of our rural counties. This year you have the opportunity to select your next Superior Court Judge. I have known Doug Goelz since well before he began serving you as a District Court judge beginning...
To The Eagle: I strongly encourage voters to reelect Mike Backman for County Commissioner District #1 in the election on November 8. With a job as demanding as commissioner, there is a steep learning curve to be addressed before one can be effective. Mike has passed that. He listens to his constituents, does his research and acts as he thinks best for both his constituents and for the county. Besides serving on various boards, Mike has spent time and effort as an advocate for the fair. He has spent hours volunteering at the fair grounds...
To the Eagle: The Pioneer Community Association is inviting you to join us for our first annual, National Make A Difference Day event. We will “Tidy Up the Town” on Saturday, October 22, 9 a.m. to noon. Our sidewalks are overgrown with weeds and the Waterfront Trail is losing its battle with those nasty blackberries. It’s time to polish up this little gem we call Cathlamet. We will meet at the Pioneer Center (church) steps for a group photo at 9 a.m. Bring gloves, shovels, hoes, buckets, wheelbarrows, clippers and your sense of community pride...
To The Eagle: As we all get ready to vote, I just had to comment about our Congresswoman, Jaime Herrera Beutler. I have had my eyes and ears open since January of this year to learn how she is doing in Congress. I wanted to tell you what I found out. I had not heard of what she was doing, so I got curious. In January, she started out pretty well. She made 17 votes, which included a “present” vote on January 5, when Congress reconvened. Total for January, 2016, 17 votes. In February, three votes on February 2, zero votes from February 3 to 12...
To The Eagle: Wahkiakum County has had the pleasure and distinction of having some of the most civil elections with rarely an utterance of a personal attack or a shot across the bow, so to speak. Unfortunately this election is somewhat different and maybe it’s just the oversaturation of political incorrectness 24/7 on every TV channel, but we seem to be plagued by some very poor, dishonest and just plain rude comments right from one of our candidates. As most of you, I am more than a little ashamed of anyone that would choose this path, but w...
To The Eagle: Greg Prestegard can build. He did a great job on our home as he took materials and diverse ideas to form a quality structure. He has a skill set that, in my opinion,transfers well from physical building to community building. Talk to Greg about local issues of growth, preservation, sustainability, jobs, quality of life, etc. You'll likely come away with a better understanding of the concerns that are important to our area. Greg can think and, most importantly, he cares. Jim Bucklin Puget Island...
To The Eagle: Why am I voting for Teresa Purcell? Purcell has shown me that she has a clear vision for the nineteenth district. I know where she stands and I believe she has the knowhow and experience to be a collaborative, effective legislator. Purcell is the candidate that tells the truth, not shades of the truth. In spite of her opponent’s statements, Purcell does not favor a state income tax. Purcell also doesn’t exaggerate her time of district residency. Purcell’s opponent also claims to be pro education. Really, historically the party...
To The Eagle: This is to those who stole the 4x8 Trump sign on Puget Island. You showed your true mentality. As much as I detest the platform of the Democratic party, I would never lower myself to thievery. How are you going to act and govern if your party should get elected to the highest office in the land? This country was founded on Judeo Christian principles. Do you understand what would happen if these principles should fall by the wayside? Our constitution would be in shambles. The country would no longer be the envy of the world. There...
Port District 2 may take ownership of Coffee Pot Island this year. At a special meeting October 6, Coffeepot Island Holdings, LLC, Doug and Jill Martin, notified the port officials of their intention to donate the property to the district by the end of the year. The 50-acre island lies between West Sunny Sands, Puget Island, and the Georgia Pacific paper mill at Wauna. "This is truly a remarkable gift to the residents of Wahkiakum County and the public in general," Port Commissioner Lee Tischer said in a port news release. "The generosity of...
MIXED BAG--Last weekend was a mix of weather, as we had some heavy rain at times, then lighter showers and even some gloomy but yet, dry spells, so we hope you were able to get out during one of those dry times to do those outdoor chores which seem never ending, even during the Fall! The week ahead looks to be a mixture too, but then, afterall, it is October, so we can't expect it to be super nice all the time. As I write this however, the sun is out after a very foggy morning, so we'll enjoy the sun's rays while we can! HURRICANE--Hurricane...
THURSDAY Cathlamet Fire Department, 7 p.m. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Rosburg Hall, Noon. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Congregational Church, Noon. Puget Island Fire Department, drill night, 7 p.m. Port District No. 1, 500 2nd St., 5 p.m. District No. 4 Fire Department, 7 p.m. Grays River Fire District, No. 3 Commissioners, 7:30 p.m. Grays River Fire Department, fire training, 7 p.m. Skamokawa Fire Department, 7 p.m. Wahkiakum County Real Property Rights Advisory Board, Courthouse, 6 p.m. Eastside Play & Learn Group, St. James Family Center, 1:30-3...
News from Naselle: Sports calendar for the Naselle Comet teams this week: Thursday, high school volleyball with Taholah in Naselle at 7 p.m.; Saturday, cross country at Grizzly Invite in Hoquiam, high school football at Taholah at 1 p.m.; Monday, middle school volleyball at Willapa Valley at 5:45 p.m.; Tuesday, high school volleyball at Wishkah at 6 p.m., high school JV volleyball at Warrenton at 6 p.m.; Wednesday, middle school volleyball with South Bend in Naselle at 5:45 p.m. Go Comets! Westend news: Have you received your voting pamphlet...
Wahkiakum County law enforcement officers and emergency response personnel handled a variety of reports during the past week, including: October 3 — 1:39 p.m. A caller reported that a Grays River resident and his dog had been showered with a noxious weed control spray due to work that his neighbor had contracted to be done along the property line. The resident was ill and had gone to the hospital. The caller, who owned the property, said that he would be contacting his attorney about the matter. 7:06 p.m. A caller reported a power outage on P...
The Pacific County Emergency Management Agency will host an Emergency Preparedness Fair on Saturday, October 22 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The fair will take place in the Koplitz Fieldhouse at South Bend High School. There will be exhibits, demonstrations, and games designed to educate the community on how to prepare for and to survive during and following a disaster. In addition to exhibits, educational talks, and demonstrations, police cars, fire engines, ambulances and the Pacific County mobile command vehicle will be on display outside...
October is Disaster Preparedness & NOAA Weather Radio Month. I am going to provide you with information on how you can take four basic steps: Be informed, Create a Plan, Build a Kit, and Get Involved. By taking these steps now it will make you and your family more prepared during and after an everyday emergency or a large scale disaster. This week I am going to discuss some important components for your Family Communications Plan. Your family may not be together when disaster strikes, so it is important to plan in advance: How you will get to...
Image-X Enterprises, creator of ESignIT solutions, has used its technical skill to allow the Wahkiakum County Clerk’s Office to provide a direct court-run electronic filing portal. The transition to an electronic filing system will cut down on wasted time spent on all sides of the case filing process, freeing up attorneys, paralegals, and court clerks for more important business. In addition, the court will no longer have to waste the physical storage space required to house the mass volume of paper created by traditional case filing. Thus, t...
The Grays River Grange will host a candidates forum at their hall on SR 4 in Grays River on Tuesday, October 18 at 7 p.m. Candidates for the Washington State Legislature and Wahkiakum County Commission will speak about the issues and answer questions....
Congresswoman Jaime Herrera-Beutler will share stories of southwest Washington’s veteran heroes on her website this November to help commemorate Veterans Day. “By printing their names, sharing their photos, and telling their stories, we pay tribute to the brave men and women from southwest Washington who defended our freedom,” said Herrera-Beutler. “It’s my duty as a Member of Congress to serve our veterans by ensuring they continue to receive necessary support and resources. And on this Veteran’s Day, please join me in honoring the sacrifi...
According to information released by the Wahkiakum County Health Department, as of October 10, the health department has flu shots available Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 795-6207 option 1 extension 200 to schedule an appointment....
Live Music at Puget Island Farmers Market, 59 W. Birnie Slough Rd. On Friday, October 14, Lazy Boys from 3-6 p.m., on the Up-Beet Stage. For more information call 360-560-3785. On Saturday, October 15, at River Mile 38 Brewing, Sylvia and Dale Costich will perform from 5-8 p.m., on the Crow’s Nest Stage, 285 Third St., Cathlamet. For more information call 360-366-4662....
A spider and its web catch the morning sun. Photo by Rick Nelson....
