Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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Wahkiakum County commissioners this year may turn the county fairgrounds over to Port District No. 2 which operates nearby Skamokawa Vista Park. County Commissioner Dan Cothren visited the Port 2 board of commissioners Tuesday to begin discussion of the idea. "We've heard a rumor that the port district would like to take over operation of the fairgrounds," Cothren said. "That could be a win-win for both of us." Port commissioners confirmed they were interested in the idea. "The facilities, okay," said port commission Chair Brian O'Connor, "but...
For the second time in two weeks, Wahkiakum County commissioners denied a request to the addition of a Christmas manger scene to the holiday display on the courthouse lawn. Commissioners also approved a bid to revamp the Puget Island ferry landing to accommodate a larger ferry whose construction is nearing completion; they approved a financial appropriation for the Grays River Valley Library, and they signed a letter to Governor Jay Inslee urging more support of the local commercial fishing industry. Commissioners start their meeting by...
The last Wahkiakum County PUD Board of Commissioners meeting of 2014 was a busy one. Ryan Hart, District Director for Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler attended the meeting “to touch base” and Mike Johnson of Gray and Osborne stopped by to go over the PUD’s comprehensive plan and their water use efficiency plan during a public hearing. General Manager Dave Tramblie gave a report of the PUD’s response to the recent storm and the board reorganized for the next year. “The Department of Health re...
Wahkiakum County commissioners honored employees for longevity at their jobs on Tuesday. left, Hans York, a retired deputy sheriff, was honored for five years as a court security officer; he helped start the program. Right, Detective Mike Balch was honored for 30 years of service in the sheriff's department. Also recognized but unable to attend were Chis Holmes, 25 years with Health and Human Services; JoAnn Barton, 15 years with the sheriff's office, and Lisa Frink, five years in Wahkaikum...
by Rick Nelson I came to work full-time at The Eagle as a reporter in February, 1979. At some point I joined the Cathlamet Commercial Club, an organization of merchants, local elected officials and community minded citizens who wanted to promote fun and prosperity in Cathlamet. At one point in the early 1980's, we decided to hold a Christmas lighting festival and sought permission to use the courthouse lawn, the closest thing to a town square that we have around here. The festival included lighting a large tree and decorating the lawn. A...
To the Eagle: This holiday season, as we enjoy family and friends and give thanks, we hope you will join us in remembering those in need. For many of our neighbors, the holidays are a difficult time. They may be struggling to pay the bills, might not have enough to eat, or could be without a safe place to live. Our local United Way campaign supports 23 partner agencies and their programs. These agencies count on your generous gifts to the United Way of Cowlitz and Wahkiakum Counties to provide the services that gives those in need a helping han...
Little notes: I've been in this business now for 40 years and have learned a few things. One is that it is tempting but ill advised for local elected officials, during their meetings, to toss "story requests" to members of the press. The reporters are there for purposes other than creating an announcement for the elected officials. For best results, officials should contact the news desk during regular business hours. I was on the receiving end of two such requests in meetings I covered Monday and Tuesday. I'll do the best I can with them. 1....
To the Eagle: Let’s put Jesus back in Christmas. It is his birthday! He is the Son of God and greatest gift of love who came to earth in human form because He and Father God loves us so much. He came to save the world and will come again soon for those who love Him. Since our christian government cannot acknowledge Him let’s celebrate His birthday and decorate our lawns, homes, and church yards with His nativity. After all it is Christ-mas! For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him sho...
To the Eagle: How easy it is to criticize when things don’t go well, and how easy it is to take things for granted that do. I have been delighted each morning to go to the front door and find my newspaper placed neatly by the screen. I used to have to hunt through the bushes or look around the yard and often to find it rain soaked somewhere, anywhere but the front door. Thank you Mr. Hess for being such a thoughtful, careful delivery person. I hope you continue your job because I, for one, will sure miss you when you leave. Dixie Swart C...
To the Eagle: Last week my neighbor called me and said he wanted to put a manger scene in front of the courthouse and was told no! What? This is Wahkiakum County. Fast forward: The county commissioners told us no. “We don’t want to open the door for others to put displays on county land.” But this is Christmas. If we can’t be proud of the birth of the saviour of the human race, what then? Rewind: You remember good will toward men, go tell it on the mountain, saviour of the nations come. How about, to us a child of hope is born, to us a son is...
To The Eagle: Just a quick reminder that the JA Wendt PTO is still offering raffle tickets for our Movie Night gift basket. Tickets are $1 and everything you’ll need for a fun-filled evening of family fun is in there: Movie of your choice from Cathlamet Video, pop and candy, and lots of popcorn! Winner’s name will be announced at the end of the movie on December 19. Need not be present to win, we will get it to you. We will host “Movie in Your Jammerz” Friday, December 19, at the elementary school at 6 p.m. in the multi-purpose room. Donatio...
To The Eagle: I went to the spaghetti supper at the Skamokawa Grange Christmas Party and enjoyed my self completely. If you didn't attend you are the loser. The food was very very good and everyone had a good time. Carol McClain Skamokawa...
With the recent passing of the security and technology capital project levy to be paid out over a period of four years, Superintendent Bob Garrett approached Wahkiakum County to ask for a loan at the request of the Wahkiakum School District Board of Directors. According to Garrett, the county agreed and on Tuesday night, four members of the school board voted to accept the loan at their monthly meeting. Board Member Tim Hanigan was not in attendance. “The benefit would be,” Board Member Tin...
At December’s Port District 1 meeting last Thursday, Commissioner Bob Kizziar asked his colleagues to support his efforts to begin advertising for the Wooden Boat Show next summer. “I think the boat show fits into our mission statement,” Kizziar said. “It would be nice to grow the boat show. Last time the chamber paid for almost all of the advertising, it would be good if some of the advertising came from us.” The commissioners agreed and set aside $500 for advertising. Plans to relocate...
Members of the Cathlamet Town Council had a quick and easy meeting Monday. Three of four different presenters in the new business section of the agenda were unable to come to the meeting. Councilmembers discussed the pending move of town offices from the Scarborough Building on Main Street to a building on the town's old sewer lagoon property. The Cathlamet Fire Department has used the building for storage, and it will need some remodeling, including addition of a restroom, to accommodate the town offices. Councilmember David Goodroe suggested...
CALMER--After last week ended with such windy, wild weather, we can only hope that this week is a bit quieter and calmer, as falling trees and power outages are not something we want to endure again. Many of us were lucky and kept our power on in spite of several power "bumps" but others on Puget Island or in the Cathlamet or west of here, endured some outages. The road to Longview was littered with limbs and one can see the extensive damage to the guardrails as large trees came down and blocked the road and got the guardrails on both sides of...
December 18 - December 25, 2014 THURSDAY Financial Management, Community Senior Center, 100 Main St., 10 a.m. - Noon. Cathlamet First Aid Division, Fire Hall, 7 p.m. Skamokawa Fire Department, First Aid Division, 7 p.m. Grays River Fire Department, ambulance training, 7 p.m. Wahkiakum Fire District No. 4, 7 p.m. Rosburg Community Club, 7 p.m. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Congregational Church, Noon. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Rosburg Hall, Noon. Yoga Classes, Grays River Methodist Church, 5-6:30 p.m. Art Group, Grays River Methodist Church, social...
News from Naselle: Even though students will be out of school from December 22nd for the Christmas holiday, returning on January 5th, there will be some sports events during that time. On Monday, the 22nd-JV boys and girls basketball at Valley at 4 p.m., Varsity girls basketball at 5:45 p.m. and Varsity boys basketball at 7 p.m., also at that location. Go Comets! While you're in Naselle, check out some of the holiday coffee drinks and goodies at Mochas & More. Laura is running a few specials...
Poul Toftemark and other board members of the Grays River Habitat Enhancement District are quick to point out that they are getting older and struggle to find the energy to keep doing what they are doing to improve and maintain the area along the Grays River. “We need fresh blood in here,” Toftemark said. “People tell us we’re going a good job, but it would be great if they could come to meetings and give some content.” The district recently experienced an invigorating victory after a long foug...
The Naselle-Grays River Valley School District Board of Directors met for its monthly meeting on December 16. After approval of the minutes and authorizing general expenditures, the board approved a resolution authorizing the placement of a maintenance and operations (M&O) renewal levy on the February 10 ballot. If approved by the voters, the renewal levy is expected to generate $715,000 per year for 2016, 2017 and 2018 at a rate of approximately $3.05 per thousand dollars of assessed valuation. The existing levy, currently $3.06 per $1,000,...
WSU Master Composter\Recycler training is available free to the general public. Speakers will cover topics that include Composting, Vermi-culture (Worm Composting), Healthy soils, Recycling, and Healthy Landscapes (Alternatives to Chemicals). The seven week training will be offered on Monday nights held at the Cowlitz Training Center (Longview) from 6:00 - 8:15 pm. Trainees will be given a Master Composter Training Manual as part of the training. Classes sponsored by Cowlitz County's WSU Extension will be held on February 23, March 2, 8, 16,...
Jon Griffin, Washington State University Master Gardener will present the following classes to enable participants to raise a successful garden. The first class will be held on February 17, 6 p.m., on Planning your Garden (soil management, garden layout, how to use the space sensibly). The next class will be March 22, 9 a.m., on Preparing your Garden (what to grow, starting seeds, how to plant early, when to plant, tilling the soil). The third class will be April 14, 6 p.m., Tending the Garden (caring for your plants, weeding, watering, mulchin...
Gardeners, mark your calendars for the second annual seed exchange at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 17, at the Grange hall in Skamokawa. The event, sponsored by WSU Extension and the Skamokawa Grange, will include mini- workshops as well as your saved seeds and leftover commercial seeds. For more information call 795-8770....
Tracy Jerome Schoeffler, 59 Tracy was born on August 30, 1955, to Franklin and Dolores Schoeffler in Moscow, Idaho. He lost his battle with bladder cancer on December 3, 2014. Tracy joined the United States Air Force in 1974, after graduating from Moscow High School that same year. He married his high school sweetheart, Barbara Burns, on April 18, 1975, two days after completing basic training. They traveled to his military assignment with the 6511th Test Squadron in El Centro, Calif., where Tra...
Violet Jane “Vi” Centers of Cathlamet passed away at home on November 27, 2014. She was born on September 1, 1932 in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, to Walter and Jane Anderson and was one of six children. She moved to Washington in 1974. She is survived by daughters Terry Goble and Paula Griffith, sons Al Essen, Bob Kinler, Jim Kinler, and Kenny Essen, brothers Howard Anderson, Don Anderson, John Anderson, and Thomas Anderson. She had many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceeded in death by son Ray Essen, daughter Sheila McCoy, and...
