Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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Wahkiakum High School this week released its honor roll for the first quarter ending November 6. Jessica Asmus, Erin Turner, Jordyn Wirkkala and Sarah Phillips all received GPAs of 4.00. Other students earning GPAs of 3.25 and above are: 9th Grade-- David Doumit, Phillip Doumit, Shelby Felton, Brandon Fudge, James Goldsmith, Trevor Gorley, Ryan Helms, Jori McEntire, Ben Miles, Bryant Oman, Zach Pierce, Sam Renfro, and Chase Stanley. 10th Grade--Halie Boyce, Katie Brown, Cole Claussen, Ashlenn Coleman, Jewell Dyer, Ryan Gunnip, Bryce McClain,...
I had another column written and ready to go, but I felt it necessary to write about the December storm we just endured. It was absolutely mind-boggling with the high winds and high water. The winds felt like they went on forever, they were constant. However, I just want to give a reminder of why we live in such a great county. I live in Grays River, and yes, I knew how it flooded and my family and I were still willing to take the chance by living there due to the beauty of the Grays River Valley. That being said, I was completely cut off, but...
Steve Preston, administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced that low-interest disaster loans are now available to Washington residents and businesses, due to the Federal Disaster declaration issued by President Bush. The declaration covers Grays Harbor and Lewis counties that were hit hardest during last week's storm. Disaster loans up to $200,000 are available to homeowners to repair or replace damaged or destroyed real estate. Homeowners and renters are eligible for up to $40,000 to repair or replace personal...
There is a new state web site to help locate resources for areas affected by this month’s storms and flooding. Individuals can go to the Washington State Emergency Management website at http://www.emd.wa.gov and click on the “Donation Coordination” link to see a list of requested items. For people who can supply any of the requested items, they should contact the organization or county requesting that item. For items not specifically listed on this website, they may contact 2-1-1 for information on donation sites....
Residents returning home as flood waters recede should be aware of a number of health concerns. Flood waters are contaminated. The Washington State Department of Health reminds residents there is a risk of disease from eating or drinking anything contaminated with flood water. If your power or water has been recently restored, do not assume the water is safe to drink. If your drinking water well is flooded, assume that the water in your home is contaminated and switch to bottled, disinfected or boiled water until your water is tested. Some...
The American Red Cross continues to provide relief to residents affected by the flooding throughout Western Washington and urges residents to register on the Safe and Well list. Concerned family and friends can search the list of those who have registered themselves as “safe and well” and obtain a much-needed peace of mind. The Chehalis Timberland Library and Techline, a technology company in Aberdeen , are allowing friends and family members without power to access the Safe and Well Web site from their computer terminals. If you are una...
The Washington Emergency Management Division’s Public Assistance (PA) Program is assisting applicants for public assistance by providing applicant briefings for local governments and certain non-profit organizations that suffered damages from the recent storm damage in six counties. Representatives from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will be available at the meetings. Grays Harbor, Kitsap, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, and Thurston counties have been designated for Public Assistance under the Presidential Disaster Declaration of D...
The Wahkiakum Mule boys basketball team picked up wins over the Naselle Comets and Pe Ell Trojans in action this week. On Tuesday, Pe Ell's Trojans regrouped from storm damage last week that pushed several players and their familes from their homes to travel to Wahkiakum High School where the host Mules rolled to a 91-43 win. Sophomore Cody Olsen hit seven of 13 shots from three-point range and one from inside the line to lead the scoring with 23 points. Josh Rongey added 19; Hayden Miles, Bobby Helms and Tyler Benson each had nine, Kyle...
Outstanding music students from across Washington have received top honors by being selected to participate in the 54th annual Washington Music Educators Association's (WMEA) All State Band, Orchestra, Choir, Jazz Band and/or Jazz choir. Erin Turner, a student from Wahkiakum High School has been selected for the All-State Wind Symphony. Turner plays the French horn and was selected by her music teacher Darla Mead. The WMEA groups will convene in Yakima on February 13-18 next year where they will rehearse together under the direction of...
Governor Chris Gregoire has asked the Washington State Department of Revenue to grant tax return filing extensions to Washington businesses affected by flooding this week. “We recognize that this disastrous flooding will affect the ability of some firms doing business in Washington to file their state excise tax returns in a timely manner,” Gregoire said. “Therefore, I have asked the Department to grant filing extensions to these firms, and to waive penalties for firms that are unable to file on time.” Revenue Director Cindi Holmstrom said sh...
