Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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David Hicks is pretty happy these days, but he almost died to get here. The youngest of eight kids, he grew up on a farm in East Valley. His dad was a manager for Crown Zellerbach and was transferred first to Seaside, then to Vernonia, later Port Angeles, finally returning home in 1974 and commuting to Portland. Except for the final posting, the farm was rented and the family moved with him. "I vividly remember being two or three years old and trying to take the styrofoam surfboard out to the...
A conversation between commissioners of Wahkiakum County and Port District 2 about management of the Wahkiakum County Fairgrounds and Fairgrounds Park drew concern from county fair personnel and volunteers on Tuesday. A month ago, County Commissioner Dan Cothren visited the meeting of Port 2 Commissioners Lori Scott, Kayrene Gilbertsen and Brian O’Connor to talk about transferring management of the fair properties from the county to Port 2. Port commissioners said they would welcome the challenge of operating the properties in a revenue g...
The Wahkiakum School District Board of Directors started the new year off without Tim Hanigan, a board member who resigned in December, and spent much of the meeting discussing the declining numbers in boys sports and learning about how plans were progressing for security at the school. “Our community has always supported sports programs,” Garland Budd, a local resident said. Now it looks like there is a danger that the programs will not continue. Have you discussed it? Have you got any pro...
On January 5, the Wahkiakum County Sheriff's Office arrested two people who ended up crashing a stolen car on SR4 after a deputy pursued them for a short distance. Deputy Mark Hake clocked a silver sedan driving 77 mph eastbound on SR4 at milepost 41. When he caught up to the vehicle, the driver accelerated to speeds over 90 mph and eventually crashed near milepost 45. The male passenger was taken into custody, but the female driver ran up the hillside and hid until a Cowlitz K-9 deputy responde...
To The Eagle: The Naselle-Grays River Valley School District board of Directors recently authorized the placement of a three-year Maintenance and Operations (M&O) Levy on the February 10th ballot. This levy, which is a renewal of the existing tax, asks voters for a collection of $715,000 per year at an approximate rate of $3.05 per $1,000 of assessed valuation to help fund existing school programs and district operations. The current levy expires in 2015, and compares at a rate of $3.06 per $1,000. Naselle-Grays River has had a long history of...
To The Eagle: As commissioner of Grays River Habitat Enhancement District, I am responsible for how the taxed money is spent. I take that very seriously, since we (the commissioners), never see or handle any of the money, only the county, it is quite difficult to misuse that money. That said, the Washington State Auditor demands a lengthy full report on our finances. A report so lengthy, they give a three hour class just to file this report. I took the class, and at that time was ready to resign as commissioner. With some help we conquered the...
Members of the Cathlamet Town Council considered business ranging from a contract for water sales to formation of a library district when it met Tuesday. Councilmember David Goodroe reported he and negotiators for Wahkiakum PUD had reached an agreement in principle to update their contract for water sales. The negotiations have been underway for 2.5 years. The town had achieved some of its goals, he said. The PUD agreed to include depreciation costs, including system improvements made in 1999, in the rates, and they agreed to increase rates...
The Wahkiakum County Health Department is opening their doors for family planning again. The health department hasn't provided the services for several years because of reductions in funding, which has now been restored. “We’re reopening the program,” Sue Cameron, Health and Human Services Director said. “It’s not earth shattering. Most communities have them. We are focused on reducing unintended pregnancies for anybody. I realized that people were coming in for pregnancy tests and leaving w...
Minority-, woman- and small-business owners interested in participating on transportation contracts are invited to attend multiple opportunity forums being held across the state in late January and early February. The Washington State Department of Transportation is working to ensure equal opportunities exist through its Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program. During the opportunity forums, participants will hear information about upcoming local construction projects and the benefits of the DBE program certification and assistance. The...
Three Wahkiakum Mule volleyball team members have been selected to compete in the Washington State Volleyball Coaches Association 2015 Senior All State Volleyball Series. Lady Mules Tori Wegdahl, an outside hitter and defensive specialist, and Baylee Olsen, a middle blocker, will play in the Class 1B/2B East/West game, and Mule Coach Kayli Hurley will be one of the coaches. Also selected from the southwest district were Calli Hensch of Mossyrock, Karli Friese of Willapa Valley, and Emily Sanchez of South Bend. The event will be held at...
NOT BAD--As this work week began, at least for some folks, it wasn't too bad, as the morning showers gave way to sunshine and my "lake" started to shrink after a weekend of heavy rains and nastiness at times. Several days of this week look to be dry, albeit with some heavy fog in the morning hours, so be sure to get those lights on and slow down a bit. I'll enjoy the dry days, but for those who are wishing to use that new ski gear or snowboards that they got for Christmas, I am sure that they are wishing that it would cool down and snow. I'm...
January 22 - January 29, 2015 THURSDAY Financial Management, Community Senior Center, 100 Main St., 10 a.m. - Noon. Preschool Story and Craft Time, Cathlamet Library, 4 p.m. Cathlamet Fire Department, 7 p.m. District No. 4 Fire Department, drill night, 7 p.m. Grays River Fire Department, fire/ambulance, 7 p.m. Skamokawa Fire Department, 7 p.m. Wahkiakum Fire District 2 Commissioners, Skamokawa Fire Hall, 7 p.m. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Congregational Church, Noon. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Rosburg Hall, Noon. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)...
Well, as I am sitting here in the waiting room of St. John’s, I decided that this is as good a place as any to work on writing my article for this week. I have lots of company waiting for their loved ones to have surgery. I am here with my sister, Diane who is having a hip replacement. She will be off work for several weeks, so if you don’t see her at Okie’s, that is the reason. News from Naselle: Sports calendar for the Naselle Comet teams this week include: Friday, the 23rd-boys basketball at Wishkah at 4:30 p.m. and girls basketball at Wi...
On February 7, 10 a.m., Billie Bevers, Washington State University Master Gardener, will discuss the skills needed for raising Mason Bees. Orchard Mason Bees are highly effective pollinators that are very non-aggressive. They become active in early spring when apple and pear trees begin flowering. The two hour class covers equipment, seasonal management, bee biology and management of pests. Cost for the course is $30 per person. Participants will receive a Mason Bee house and cocoons of hibernating Mason Bees. The program, sponsored by...
Wahkiakum County law enforcement officers and emergency response personnel handled a variety of reports during the past week, including: January 12 — 1:37 p.m. A caller reported a possible slide in the Skamokawa area; the County Road department was notified. 3:23 p.m. The Cathlamet ambulance responded to aid a Cathlamet resident who had accidentally taken too much medication. January 13 — 12:04 p.m. A Cathlamet resident reported seeing a suspicious man enter a neighbor’s yard. 12:52 p.m. Deputies, the Cathlamet ambulance, the District 4 Fire...
Staff members from the Washington State Library will be bringing a variety of technology gadgets to the Cathlamet Public Library at 2 p.m., Friday, January 23, for a “Gadget Menagerie” training and presentation, announced Librarian Carol Blix. The Washington State Library is partnering with local libraries across the state providing "Gadget Menagerie" training on handheld devices for library staff. That staff training will take place earlier in the day. Library staff will learn how various eReaders, tablets and other devices work. They wil...
WHS Senior Samantha (Sam) Boyce signed a letter of intent to play softball for the Lower Columbia College Red Devils on January 15. "Sam is not only a great catcher but a leader," David Andrew, the assistant softball coach for the Red Devils said. "She's our top recruit," Traci Fuller, the head coach added. Sam will also play basketball at LCC....
On February 5, 6 p.m, WSU Master Gardener Ted Cunningham will demonstrate the technique used when pruning fruit trees. Pruning trees will control the size of the tree and improve fruit quality. Fruit trees should be pruned every year. Proper pruning techniques reduces disease and promotes 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 of the Hall of Justice for $5.00 per family. The workshop is sponsored by Washington State University...
US armed forces veterans are reminded to file DD214 forms with their county auditor or local post of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. The form helps ensure the proper administration of veteran benefits, according to members of member of VFW Post 5297....
The Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Council of Governments (CWCOG) invites the public to comment on the draft February 2015 Regional Transportation Improvement Program (RTIP) amendment. The primary purpose of the RTIP is to identify and document federally funded transportation projects that are to be included in the Washington State Department of Transportation’s Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). Amendements are substantial changes to projects lying within the jurisdiction of the Metropolitan Planning Organization (generally, the urbanized...
State managers of the Grays River Hatchery are well on their way to replacing 600,000 coho salmon fry lost after a water supply line failed during a recent heavy rainstorm. On January 12, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) received 90,000 excess coho eggs from the Cascade Hatchery, operated by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife near Bonneville Dam. The WDFW hatchery took delivery of 351,000 eyed coho eggs from the Eagle Creek Hatchery, owned by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) in Estacada, Ore. Jim Scott, as...
On Tuesday, Wahkiakum PUD board of commissioners discussed a few of the bills being presented to the Washington state legislature that could directly affect the utility before moving into reports from their attorney, general manager and auditor. “Legislature is in session,” Counsel Tim Hanigan said. "We need to be ever vigilant about bills that are thrown out there at the last minute. Keep your eyes and ears open.” County Commissioner Mike Backman stopped by for a few minutes. “I’m chair of...
Animal Planet's new documentary series ‘Rugged Justice' follows Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) police as they patrol mountains, coasts and city streets, protecting natural resources and serving the people of Washington. The six-episode series premiered Sunday, Jan. 18, on Animal Planet. "Our participation in the series provides an opportunity for WDFW's Law Enforcement Program to promote the department and the dedicated professionals that carry out our mission of protecting our natural resources and the public we s...
If Principal Stephanie Leitz is anyone to go by, administrators and staff are continually striving at Wahkiakum High School to provide students with a quality education and prepare them for what follows. For some students, that includes college. Over the years, Wahkiakum students have been accepted at many institutions of higher learning all over the northwest and beyond. They’ve traveled to Washington State University, the University of Washington, Pacific Lutheran University, the University o...
The Wahkiakum High School girls basketball team quickly put their solitary loss of the season to Toutle Lake behind them last Wednesday and added two more to their win column in the following days, easily beating Adna and Pe Ell. At Toutle Lake, the Mules were ahead of the Ducks 12-6 at the end of the first quarter but found themselves behind by two by the end of the second. The final score was 45-49. "I was fully confident that we were going to beat Toutle Lake," Coach Rob Garrett said. "We...
