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  • Wrestling supporters seek sponsors for tournament

    Oct 23, 2013

    Supporters of the Wahkiakum Mule wrestling program are inviting people and businesses to help sponsor the 2013 Down River Challenge. "We have started the planning of our Wahkiakum Mule wrestlers' only home tournament of the season," said coordinator Suzi Mackey. "The Down River Challenge is an annual, all day tournament of 13 to 16 teams. To host this event takes the help of our community. We are asking for businesses or individuals to sponsor a weight class. All sponsors will have signs with their names and weight class they sponsored posted...

  • River of Life Assembly of God to participate in national 'Back to Church Sunday'

    Oct 23, 2013

    “Back to Church Sunday,” part of a national movement of churches across America, will be held at River of Life Assembly of God in Cathlamet at 10:45 a.m. October 27. Everyone is welcome to attend. National “Back to Church Sunday” (www.backtochurch.com) is an initiative that is “Inviting America Back to Church.” It seeks to reach the "un-churched" and "de-churched"—people who once attended church, but don't any more—and invite them to return for a special Sunday. Back to Church Sunday was launched four years ago in response to...

  • Preparing your kit for disasters

    Beau Renfro, Wahkiakum County Emergency Services Coordinator|Oct 23, 2013

    Each week in October I am discussing a different aspect of being prepared. This week I am going to discuss the third component “Build a Kit”. A disaster supplies kit is simply a collection of basic items your household may need in the event of an emergency. Try to assemble your kit well in advance of an emergency. You may have to evacuate at a moment’s notice and take essentials with you. You will probably not have time to search for the supplies you need or shop for them. You may need to survive on your own after an emergency. This means...

  • Open house to be held November 29

    Oct 23, 2013

    Redmen Hall will hold their annual Holiday Open House on Friday, November 29 through Sunday, December 15. Last week The Eagle published the incorrect start date and Redmen Hall has since changed the ending date. The artisans of Wahkiakum and Pacific counties are invited to participate in this holiday sale of items made by local friends and neighbors. This year’s event will be “Deck the Hall” and the community is welcome to participate with their art and crafts and music. Local author Irene Martin will be talking about her new book of poetr...

  • Lions Club honors local students

    Oct 23, 2013

    The Wahkiakum Lions club honors an outstanding senior student each month through the school year. These students are chosen for their scholastic ability, improvement, leadership and service to the community. Maya Stanley was chosen as the September Student of The Month. She is the daughter of Brian and Juanita Stanley. Maya was presented a certificate and check honoring her for her achievement. The Lions October Student of The Month was Jem Dyer. Jem was introduced to Lions members and guests at the Lions Club meeting held Monday evening. She...

  • Learn to care for fruit trees

    Oct 23, 2013

    On October 29 at 6 a.m., WSU Extension Agent Charles Brun will discuss how to avoid diseases in your fruit trees by spraying and management practices. Following the talk, Master Gardener Ted Cunningham will demonstrate the techniques used when pruning fruit trees. Pruning your trees will control the size of the tree and improve fruit quality. Proper pruning techniques reduce disease and promote greater fruit production. The class will be held in the Cowlitz County Training Center, 1942 First Avenue in Longview, located on the dike just south...

  • Christmas bazaar will be held November 9

    Oct 23, 2013

    The Christmas Bazaar and Bake Sale at the Naselle Lutheran Church will be held November 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will include Fall and Christmas decor, plus a wide variety of gift items and baked goods. John Indermark's latest book, Advent, A to Z will also be available to purchase. Several hot soups accompanied by breads and coffee will be offered starting at 11 a.m. as a free will donation. All proceeds will be dedicated to the Sunday School program furnishings and supplies and to the refurbishment of the pastor's new office. The...