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Agricultural producers can now apply for USDA’s Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), which provides direct payments to offset impacts from the coronavirus pandemic. The application and a payment calculator are now available online, and USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) staff members are available via phone, fax and online tools to help producers complete applications. Eligible commodities in the Wahkiakum County area are milk, lambs under two years old and beef cattle. Those wishing to apply for this program should call the Lower Columbia...
PRETTY WET--This past weekend it was pretty wet, like inches of wetness, at least out here in West Valley. The greenery even got so heavy, that a couple of trees came down and one of them took out our power! Thank goodness we saw a bit more sunshine and dry weather on Sunday, which was Flag Day, and I'm told we'll have a few really nice days by the end of the week and maybe even half of the weekend, so let's hope we can all sneak in a BBQ while it's dry. However, with the weather being so unpredictable around here, I'm going to believe it when...
Looking for a fun time for your family? On June 19 at noon, WSU Master Gardener Tracy Morgan will demonstrate to youth how to make homemade stepping stones. The program can be accessed on-line by Zoom or by calling in by phone. To register for free, contact Gary Fredricks at garyf@wsu.edu or 360-577-3014 Ext. 3 for connection information. The workshop is sponsored by Washington State University Extension Master Gardeners....
According to information received from Librarian Carol Blix, the Cathlamet Public Library began curbside service yesterday, Wednesday, June 17. For curbside (actually “front porch”) pickup, patrons will phone (360-795-3254) or email (carol@townofcathlamet.com) with a list of materials after selecting them from the online catalog on the library website or and arrange a time between 2 and 5 p.m., Tuesdays through Saturdays to collect the bagged materials with their name from a table on the front porch. The number of materials checked out will be...
Editor's note: Oh, my. Last week's edition contained a special section, The Focus on Wahkiakum. We dedicated it to the graduating classes of 2020 and included writing from students expressing their thoughts about coping with school and the covid-19 quarantine. An incorrect article was printed under the byline of Colton Bachman. The high school staff member who submitted the students' articles accidentally attached a different article under Colton's name, and no one caught the error. We all apologize. Following is Colton's article. --Rick...
There is a lot happening right now, in the world, in our hearts and in our lives. I am certainly not a fortune teller, but I do have a sneaking suspicion that all this change is not only necessary, but also healthy. Some days it doesn’t seem that way, the heaviness of it all can be exhausting. However, as we move forward as a community, I’m watching a lot of people really step into their power and it’s a beautiful thing. OK folks, its official- Summer Lunch has begun! Not only do we have lunch, but we also have breakfast, GAP bags and garde...
Looking for something to dress up the landscape in your yard? On June 23 from 12:00 – 12:30 p.m., WSU Master Gardener Tracey Morgan will explain how to construct an arbor and tips to consider during construction. While it requires a minimum of materials, an arbor will add great eye catching appeal to your yard. Contact Gary Fredricks at garyf@wsu.edu or 360-577-3014 Ext. 3 for connection information. A 25 minute presentation is followed by questions. The program can be accessed on-line by Zoom or by calling in by phone. The workshop is s...
The summer lunch program, Outdoor Cafe 2020, got underway on Wednesday in the Cathlamet area and will be available in the Westend beginning June 22. The program provides free meals to local families who have kids 18 and under in their households. Meals will be available for pickup or delivery on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays until August 28. Each lunch bag will contain two meals for the day. Pickup is available at J.A. Wendt Elementary between 10:30-11:30 a.m., and at Rosburg Hall between 11:15 a.m.- noon. Delivery will be available for...
Lower Columbia College has announced their summer quarter Continuing Education courses. Courses are available in child care, paraeducator, vocational, digital photography, food, nutrition and health, Pilates and much more. Continuing Education is taking course proposals for new courses and instructors. Those with an interest in teaching should email mharris@lowercolumbia.edu for more information. For more information or to register visit online at www.lowercolumbia.edu/ce and click on the shopping cart. Questions? Email mhar...
WET AND WILD--Once again, this past week has been a mix of weather, and depending on where you were, you were either mowing the lawn or you were pulling out the umbrellas and putting on your boots! While I was actually enjoying some sunshine after a light morning shower, a friend of mine a little further east said it was pouring down rain for a bit, which was then accompanied by an extremely heavy burst of hail, so I guess if you didn't like the weather, you just needed to drive a few miles in another direction, and you'd find yourself in...
KM Mountain Slide update Anyone who has been driving over the KM Mountain is well aware that even though the seeding process was successful, the continuous rainfall has caused the slide to move again. I have been in contact with Tamara Greenwell, the Lead Communicator for the Washington State Department of Transportation (WADOT). She communicated to me that the cleanup efforts are ongoing and going well. Each day crews are hauling out large amounts of debris. WSDOT estimated about 50,000 cubic...
Looking for a fun time for your family? On June 12 at noon, WSU Master Gardener Karen Adams will demonstrate to youth how to make tin can lanterns. The program can be accessed on-line by Zoom or by calling in by phone. To register for free, contact Gary Fredricks at garyf@wsu.edu or 360-577-3014 Ext. 3 for connection information. The workshop is sponsored by Washington State University Extension Master Gardeners....
On June 16 from 12:00 – 12:30 p.m., WSU Master Gardener Jerry Winchell will explain how to construct a simple and inexpensive sprinkler system. Find out how to develop a sprinkler system that allows you the flexibility to reduce water use, save time, use less labor and control weeds. Contact Gary Fredricks at garyf@wsu.edu or 360-577-3014 Ext. 3 for connection information. A 25 minute presentation is followed by questions. The program can be accessed on-line by Zoom or by calling in by phone. The workshop is sponsored by Washington State U...
Change is-a coming. Although we do not have a set date for reopening the community center yet, we are looking to open to the groups that utilize the center after hours, first. After we follow that guidance, our plans for reopening will follow. Enterprise for Equity is having a Money 101 personal Financial Management online class. Discuss budgeting, credit repair, home ownership, insurance, debt management and investing. This course is free, it runs June 23-July 9, Tuesdays and Thursdays 4-6 p.m. Participants will receive a $25 stipend for...
Librarian Carol Blix, the Library Board of Trustees, and volunteers are working to get the Cathlamet Public Library ready soon for patrons to order books they select from an online catalog to be checked out to them and placed on a table at the front door for pickup, followed by reopening the library for a limited number of patrons at a time to enter and select materials. The bookdrop is currently open to receive returned materials. Be sure to check the library's website , Facebook page, or call 360-795-3254 for further infor...
Story and photos by Darrell Alexander The Covid19 virus has curtailed many people from traveling through the county. Since Phase II has begun, the governor has lifted the restrictions on restaurants in the state. Those that have reopened are using only 50 percent seating capacity in order to comply with the governor's suggested guidelines for social distancing. They are also in compliance with the Atlanta based Center for Disease Control's (CDC) suggested guidelines for social distancing. This i...
One of the "jewels" of Skamokawa, WA is located on SR 4 just west of MP 29, where you'll turn to the south onto Vista Park Road and find a true gem along the mighty Columbia River, which is "Skamokawa Vista Park." The park's closure at the beginning of the COVID-19 scare was heartbreaking for those that were used to having it accessible to them for camping and holding reunions and just enjoying a walk on the beach, so now that many restrictions are being lifted, its opening has been met with a l...
My young nephew presented a Glory B Farms strawberry to me a few summers ago, cradled carefully as the special gift it was, in his small outreached hands. "Carrie. Try one." He spoke quietly and reverently, like sharing a good secret. "Put one in your mouth and keep it there a loooong time." He was telling me to savor that Grays River strawberry, grown by Tom and April Zimmerman at Glory B Farms. He was right of course; those little strawberries pack a burst of flavor and sweetness special to...
WEEKEND--This past weekend marked the end of May and it ended in quite a racket really, as Saturday morning was booming with rolling thunder and later on, the pounding of some rain, but it was brief, so it was only noisy for a short amount of time compared to other places. Luckily we didn't get "shocked" by a lot of lightning like they did in other areas. Sunday was drippy and cloudy but nothing too major so now we'll see if we get that sunnier weather during the week which was forecast. The down side is, the weekend looks wet again, so not...
Local TOPS chapter members continue to drop weight TOPS Club Inc. ("Take Off Pounds Sensibly") is the original, nonprofit, weight-loss support and wellness education organization which has about 100,000 members throughout the United States and Canada. TOPS provides a caring, friendly environment for members with a philosophy that combines accountability (weigh-ins) and support from others at weekly chapter meetings, providing healthy eating, portion control, regular exercise, and wellness...
An Incentive for Having a Garden Travelling through the West end of Wahkiakum County over the last several years has given me a little insight as to why people have a garden. It is mainly to supply their family and community with a large quantity of fresh, healthy vegetables throughout the season. Having a garden can also beautify the landscape. An incentive for having a garden is that people can grow crops they prefer that are not found in the stores in this area. One reason I decided to write...
On March 11, it was business as usual in the KMUN studio. The annual Spring Membership Drive started with the programmers talking up the station in the hopes that listeners would call and donate what they could to the yearly operations budget. Two days later, it became clear something bigger was brewing and the focus was shifted to providing information on rapidly changing conditions from the Covid-19 pandemic. Station Manager Graham Nystrom closed the station and sent volunteers and staff home to shelter in place. With just $23,000 towards...
Farmers interested in participating in the Wahkiakum County Fair Farmers Market, to be held June 9 from 4 to 7 p.m., are asked to contact Lori Cagle by text or email: 360-703-7291 or lrcagle@gmail.com....
On Tuesday, May 19 the Board of Directors with the Rotary Club of Longview voted to cancel this year’s 10th annual Squirrel Fest event that was scheduled for August 15 due to Covid-19. The event will return in the summer of 2021. In addition to the cancellation of Squirrel Fest, the board also voted to cancel the annual Tour De Blast Bike Ride that was scheduled for Saturday, June 13. Tour De Blast will also move to the summer of 2021. “We sincerely regret having to cancel these long-standing local events. These events are two big fun...
Elochoman Marina Farmers Market/Trunk Sale begins Friday June 5 from 3-6 p.m. Both events are held every Friday. Those thinking about becoming vendors with baked goods, veggies, fruit, crafts made from home, are encouraged to participate. Those with items to sell at the trunk sale are also encouraged to participate. For more information or to sign up, contact Deb Holland, 360-849-9401 or call the marina office and they will sign you up, 360-795-3501....
