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  • Rummage sale to raise funds for gifts

    Nov 30, 2017

    The Wahkiakum High School Key Club will hold a rummage sale next Thursday, 12-3 p.m., in the Wendt Elementary School Multipurpose Room, 265 S. 3rd St., Cathlamet. Proceeds will be used to fulfill holiday wishes for children in need. The Wahkiakum High school is going to buy gifts for all of the angels on the local trees. Activities include raffles, a bake sale, and garage sale. Key Club is a volunteer service club for high school students under the umbrella of Kiwanis International....

  • WHS student of the month

    Nov 30, 2017

    Madison Mace has been chosen as the Wahkiakum Lions Club November Student of The Month. She is on the varsity basketball team again this year. She loves the outdoors and outdoor sports. Madison has been accepted into The National Honor Society which allows her to tutor younger students. She hopes to go to Clatsop Community College, study radiology and get her Associates Degree to become an ex-ray technician. Madison is pictured with Lions Club President Brian McClain and her Mother Amber Mace...

  • Election: Jacobson wins race for mayor

    Rick Nelson|Nov 30, 2017

    Wahkiakum County's final tally of general election ballots on Tuesday produced no changes from previous totals. Incumbent Mayor Dale Jacobson won a close election for mayor, 72-65, over write-in candidate Laurel Waller. When votes were first counted Nov. 7, Waller led 58-53. In the second round, Jacobson led 69-65, and when votes were counted Nov. 17, he added three more to his total. Waller had filed as a candidate for Council Position 5 and defeated write-in candidate Jean Burnham, who was appointed to the council earlier this year, 99-43....

  • North Coast Chorale concert set

    Nov 30, 2017

    The North Coast Chorale’s winter concert will be held Friday, Dec. 8, and Sunday, Dec. 10, at the Performing Arts Center, 588-16th, Astoria. Under the direction of Dr. Denise Reed, the Chorale will fill the Performing Arts Center with songs all relating to “Mysteries of the Stars”: What they are, where they come from and how we use them. In addition to enchanting the audience with songs such as “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star,” “Catch a Falling Star” and “Rise Up Shepherds and Follow,” Karin Temple, renowned and published poet, will recite poems...

  • Coming Events--Community Center in Cathlamet

    Kelly Shumar|Nov 30, 2017

    Greetings from the Community Center! We would like to thank Santa for coming to the Community Center last Saturday evening during the Holiday Lighting Celebration. All the little ones were able to visit with Santa and share their Christmas wish list. If any children were not able to attend, Santa left behind a few goody bags – come in to get yours while supplies last! Do you need help updating your resume, writing a cover letter or accessing your tablet? Then stop by on Wednesday, December 6 between 10 a.m., and noon for any of your computer n...

  • Christmas party for children will be held on Sunday

    Nov 30, 2017

    All children 10 years old and younger are invited to a Christmas party on Sunday December 3 from 2-4 p.m., at the Norse Hall on Puget Island, State Route 409. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Refreshments will be served. Santa will be on hand for photo taking opportunities. Children will be encouraged to write a note to Santa to be delivered to the North Pole. For every letter written, Macy's will donate $1 to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Scandinavian pastries and lefse will be available for purchase. For details call Lind at...

  • Wahkiakum Events

    Nov 30, 2017

    By the Wahkiakum Chamber of Commerce December 2 2nd Annual Holiday Bazaar SkamokawaFairgrounds; Patty Dursteler – 360 795-3480 3 Sons Of Norway Kids Christmas Party, Puget Island Norse Hall Jan Silvestri– 360 795-8759 3 Holiday Tour Of Homes & Christmas Concert Naselle Area & Historic Deep River Church Darlene Bjornsgard-- 360 484-3337 9 Flea Market 9-3pm Skamokawa Fairgrounds, Patty Dursteler– 360 795-3480 9 Santa Lucia Celebration & Pictures With Santa; Naselle, Appelo Archive Center; Falon Hoven – 360 484-7103 31 New Year's Eve Party...

  • Four-day razor clam dig begins Dec. 1

    Nov 30, 2017

    Razor clam diggers will have the opportunity to fill their limits during a four-day dig beginning Dec. 1 on various ocean beaches. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) approved the Dec. 1-4 dig on evening tides after marine toxin tests show the clams are safe to eat. No digging will be allowed before noon. Some areas have a mix of both large and small razor clams. Diggers are required to keep the first 15 clams they dig, regardless of size or conditions, to avoid wasting clams, said Dan Ayres, coastal shellfish manager for WDFW...

  • Commissioners, public to meet with legislators

    Rick Nelson|Nov 30, 2017

    Wahkiakum County commissioners will meet with District 19 state legislators next Tuesday, and they're inviting the public to join the fun. Coming at the end of the board's 11 a.m. session next Tuesday, the meeting is part of an effort by the Washington Association of Counties (WSAC ) to have local officials discuss issues and needs with legislators. Expected participants include Sen. Dean Takko and Representatives Brian Blake and Jim Walsh, and a representative from WSAC. Commissioners have topics in mind to discuss with the legislators, and...

  • Lady Fishermen handle Lady Mules in opener

    Diana Zimmerman|Nov 30, 2017

    The Wahkiakum Mules girls basketball team began their season with a trip to Ilwaco on Tuesday. They lost to the Fishermen 46-58. “I thought the girls worked hard and played good defense,” Coach Rob Garrett said. “We just didn’t finish the play. Gave up way too may offensive rebounds. Offensively we struggled, partly due to Ilwaco playing very good defense. Offensively, we will get better and better each game as the girls play more and more with each other.” Macie Elliott led the team with 18 p...

  • School Sports

    Nov 30, 2017

    Comet Boys Basketball December 2 at Toutle Lake 5:45/7:00 5 at Warrenton 6:30 8 MM Knight 7:00 15 Wahkiakum/KM Trophy Game 5:45/7:00 16 at Winlock 4:00/6:00 22 Firm Foundation 2:00/3:30 27 S. Bend at Menlo Tournament 2:30 28 at WV/Menlo Tournament 30 Knappa 10:00/1:00/4:00 January 4 Columbia Adventist 5:30/7:00 6 Winlock 4:00/6:00 9 at Firm Foundation 7:00 12 at South Bend 7:00 16 Three Rivers Christian 3:30/7:00 18 WA School for the Deaf 3:30/7:00 23 at Columbia Adventist 3:30/7:00 25 Firm Foundation 7:00 30 Wash. School for the Deaf 7:00 31...

  • Donkey basketball coming to WHS December 3

    Nov 30, 2017

    Wahkiakum High School will host a donkey basketball game on Dec. 3, 12 noon. The event will raise funds for school athletic programs. In the event, athletes in the high school's various winter sports and activities will attempt to score baskets for their teams while riding donkeys. Advance tickets are on sale at a discount at the high school. In advance admission is $8 for adults, $6 for students and $4 for children. Day of game tickets are $1 higher per category....