Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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"I got the booby prize," Tom Irving said. Irving, who served in the Army's Sixth Infantry Division during World War II, moving through the South Pacific from New Guinea to the Philippines and conducting mechanized reconnaissance, was certain that at 97 he would easily be the oldest veteran on his recent Puget Sound Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. It wasn't to be. There were 50 veterans on the trip, five who served in WWII, and one of them was 99. A really old two dollar bill made the trip too....
Here's a notice from the Town of Cathlamet outlining next step in the process to develop 2020 budgets: "NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN; that the 2020 Preliminary Budget has been filed and an attached is summary of said budget for your review. The full (35 pg.) budget is available for review at Town Hall during regular business hours. "FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN; that the Town Council of the Town of Cathlamet will review said Preliminary Budget and Revenue Sources/Tax Levy; and hold a public hearing thereon at the Fire Hall in the DeBriae Meeting...
Wahkiakum County officials continued their presentation of preliminary budget requests this week, starting with a long discussion with department heads over pay increases. Throughout 2019, elected officials and staff have been working through a salary committee to standardize pay scales across all departments in large part to eliminate inequities in compensation. They've also considered increases for elected and appointed officials, who are paid lower than in many other similar size counties. "We've discussed wage increases for union and...
Local governmental bodies are busy with comprehensive plans and 2020 budgeting. Port District 2 will act on its 2020 budget when its board of commissioners meet Nov. 19, 5 p.m., at the Skamokawa United Methodist Church building; they've also started work on updating the port's comprehensive plan and are inviting public comment on activities the port district could pursue. [The original version of this story incorrectly listed the location of the port commission's Nov. 19 meeting. Port commissioners have permanently changed their monthly...
To The Eagle: Many are concerned about our President’s unilateral trade policy decisions. There’s an old saying that trust is “gained in drops and lost in buckets.” On an almost daily basis, we see our government undermine years of hard work and the goodwill shared with our allies to placate a few voter blocks. Our current administration’s trade stance looks like the makings of the “Smoot Hawley Act,” which started the trade war in 1930, and intensified the Great Depression. Whether by design or default, it’s clear to anyone paying attentio...
To The Eagle: No U.S. President has ever approached Trump’s blatant and constant attack on democracy and the constitution. President Trump, though that’s an honorary title of which he’s entirely unbecoming, has only one agenda: Utilize the presidency to serve his personal interests. Why did he support U.S. troops in northern Syria in 2018, yet, has given Turkey the green light thereby welcoming an attack on our Syrian Democratic allies whilst granting ISIS support to reorganize? It’s quite simple--Trump Towers. Trump doesn’t mind lasting t...
To The Eagle: This air of political and cultural turmoil is tearing America apart. I know many want to blame our president. It is not his fault if we, as American citizens cannot tolerate opposing views. The fact is, he was a very admired man until he became president. Hillary Clinton herself said in 2013, she would like to see a man like Donald Trump run for president, because he cannot be bought the way other politicians can. Mueller’s investigation was expensive for the American people, and the conclusion was that there was no collusion. Y...
To the Eagle, I was amused by the commentary here last week regarding how noisy dogs can get while chasing coyotes away from the herds of cows that range our island pastures. I have a slightly different take on the noises in the country issue. I hardly notice the dogs anymore. The cows are making most of the racket! Particularly around weaning season, the cow moms bellow all morning, all day and well into the night. I’m sure I hear distressed calf moooooos as a counterpoint, too. The distant howling, growling, booming, screaming and groanings I...
To The Eagle: Who should vote "no" on I-976? Nearly everyone. The argument in the voters pamphlet to vote in favor of I-976 primarily says that the state has too much money in this year's surplus, therefore vote "yes" to reduce taxes. This is short-sighted. The Democrats in the state legislature have agreed with the Republicans that this year's extra money needs to be set aside for a rainy day. If this initiative passes we lose nearly two billion dollars over the next six years (per the fiscal impact summary statement). In particular, with a...
To The Eagle: We are lucky to have a Chiropractic Physician choose our little town. After many trips to doctors’ offices, I am feeling much better after seeing Dr. D at Care 31. Carol Geil Cathlamet...
To The Eagle: Last week’s Candidates Forum at the DeBriae Room was a success in my opinion for two reasons: the audience-half of the forum was respectful and civil in raising issues of local concern, and thereby the candidates seemed at ease to respond intelligently and eventually offer some creative ways to improve our community. The experience may have been the beginning of a new culture of civil demeanor at town council meetings. I do recommend better notification of future candidates forums and a venue that can accommodate a larger a...
Some of the ladies who watched me grow up in church won't be too pleased to read the story I'm about to share, so to them, I simply say, read the next few paragraphs with at least one eye closed. Two might be better. To others who are not so easily offended, read on. Back in New Jersey, many, many years ago, Rich Casapulla's father, Thomas, played the trumpet. He played it well enough for the likes of Vaughn Monroe, and in those days, that was saying something. I'd never heard of Monroe, but my...
NIPPY--As this week began, we had some very chilly temperatures and depending on where you were, you were either in the mid-20s or low 30s, and most of us had a whole lot of frost if you were in those "freezing zones"; brr! Certainly feels like winter is here, rather than fall. SPECIAL DAYS--Those celebrating birthdays from Oct. 31-Nov. 6 are Elaine Britt, April Murdock, Miley Montgomery, Aubrea Helms, Brad McNally, Ginger Moonen, Britt Boldt, Pete Cooper, Mitchel Vik, Marsha Souvenir, Ryan Vincent, Anna Kuhn, Gary Quigley, Jessie Hoven,...
THURSDAY Community Center, Cathlamet, 9 a.m.-Noon. TOPS, Community Center, Cathlamet, 6-7:15 p.m. Sandra Sews, Community Center, Cathlamet, 10:30-Noon. Walking Group, Community Center, Cathlamet, 9 a.m. Book Club, Community Center, Cathlamet, 11 a.m. AA Meeting, The Hope Center, 3rd & Maple, Cathlamet, 7 p.m. Senior Citizen Luncheon, The Hope Center, 3rd & Maple, Cathlamet, Noon. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Rosburg Hall, Noon. Senior Fitness & Balance Class, Hope Center, 3rd & Maple,12:45-1:45 p.m. CathlameTones, Hotel Cathlamet, 6 p.m. Grays...
Volunteers in a Little Piece of Heaven It is really hard to put into writing or words to describe how living in this county with so many wonderful people has brought so many changes to this community as well as to my life. I include those that I have met from Pacific County as well. Although I came from a small community in the Pacific Northwest, I spent a good part of my life living in large cities such as Los Angeles, Chicago, and Tulsa. Every large city comes with its assets and liabilities,...
Wahkiakum County law enforcement officers and emergency response personnel handled a variety of reports during the past week, including: October 21 – 1:47 p.m. A caller reported that an individual had been sexually assaulted. 2:01 p.m. A deputy advised the owner of a truck and trailer parked at Hornstra Beach that he had two days to get off the property. 2:10 p.m. A caller reported that a vehicle was sitting in the middle of SR 4. 10:17 p.m. A caller asked for advice regarding a protection order he had just received that required him to stay a...
Friends of Skamokawa will host its annual "Deck the Hall" Christmas and Holiday Open House, November 29 through December 15. Opening day/weekend begins Friday Nov. 29 from 10-4:00, Saturday Nov. 30, 10-4:00 and Sunday Dec. 1, 12-4:00. This warm and friendly holiday shopping environment features a wide range of unique gifts for all ages and tastes. Skamokawa’s annual holiday open house will continue for the following three weeks, Thursdays through Sundays 12-4:00 with the final day being Sunday, December 15. Friends of Skamokawa is currently a...
Naselle Lutheran Church will host it's Bazaar and Bake Sale on Saturday, November 9 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Holiday inspired shopping will abound with a variety of handcrafted items, quilts and baked goods including traditional Finnish recipes. Coffee with homemade donuts and a "Soup Bar" served by donation will also be offered. All proceeds will be dedicated to the "Fix our Roof Fund." The Naselle Lutheran Church is located at 308 Knappton Rd., Naselle. For further information, call 360-484-3826....
On November 6 at 6:00 p.m., the Cowlitz County Environmental Health Department will discuss how to maintain and inspect your septic system. Discussion will include learning how a septic system works, how to inspect your system to be sure it is working correctly and what you can do to extend the life of your system. The program, sponsored by the Cowlitz County Environmental Health Department, will be held for free. The class, held at the Cowlitz Training Center, 1942 First Avenue, Longview. For more information, contact the Environmental Health...
The Wahkiakum County Sheriff's Office received a $2,500 Grant that Walmart contributed towards the department's Shop With A Cop Program this year. Sheriff Mark Howie, above, right, said Emergency Management Director Beau Renfro, through his business Island Live Pearls, is going to also contribute money for the program so officers can take another 20 children or so shopping for Christmas gifts. If anyone wants to contribute, they can contact Howie at the office. Cash or Walmart gift cards are...
Cathlamet Public Library and Humanities Washington invite the community to an engaging conversation with Feliks Banel, a member of the 2019-2020 Humanities Washington Speakers Bureau. This free event takes place Saturday, November 9, 3 p.m., at Cathlamet Public Library, 115 Columbia Street. For more information, contact Librarian Carol Blix at carol@townofcathlamet.com or 360-795-3254. Northwest broadcaster and historian Feliks Banel explores our region's darkest weather days and most infamous...
Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission will offer its two final free days of 2019 in November. On these free days, day-use visitors will not need a Discover Pass for vehicle access. The last two free days of 2019 are Monday, Nov. 11 and Friday, Nov. 29. Free days apply only to day-use access by vehicle, not overnight stays or rented facilities. Note: The free days do not apply to Sno-Parks. During the winter season, December through March, visitors to Sno-Parks will need Sno-Parks permits. For more information about winter recreation...
Community members needing help with providing Christmas gifts for children through the age of 17 are asked to fill out an application or contact the Star Program at 360-431-5232. All calls will be handled discreetly. This is a need-based program. Applications are available at the Sheriff’s Office or Health and Human Services on Elochoman Valley Road. They must be returned no later than November 25. Monetary donations are greatly appreciated and needed to provide for the stars that are not taken. Donations may be left at either bank in C...
Since time immemorial, salmon have shaped the lives of the people who live in this region. Their importance cannot be understated, and their viability is imperative. Wahkiakum Outdoors has a presentation coming up next month regarding the future of salmon in Washington. If you have yet to attend one of these presentations, I highly encourage you to make this your first; November 12 at 6:30 p.m., in the Hope Center. This discussion will investigate the future of, arguably, the most epic creature. The Community Center advisory committee will...
Do you wish you could grow veggies all year long? On October 29 at 6:00 p.m., WSU Master Gardener Joe Long will introduce you to hydroponic gardening. Discover the different methods and how they work. The class will be held for free in the Cowlitz County Training Center, 1942 First Avenue in Longview. The workshop is sponsored by Washington State University Extension Master Gardeners. For more information, contact Gary Fredricks at 577-3014 Ext 3 or garyf@wsu.edu....
