The Wahkiakum County Eagle - Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891

NICE/THEN WET-- Last week we had a few super sunny days after the morning fog went away here in Skamokawa. I heard lawn mowers going and saws running and hammering going on. Only part of the weekend was good though, as the rain moved in Saturday nigh...

Wahkiakum County law enforcement officers and emergency response personnel handled a variety of other reports during the past week, including: March 4—10:20 a.m. A caller reported being threatened by a family member. 11:13 a.m. One person was t...

Master Gardeners are a small group of dedicated volunteers trained under the auspices of Washington State University. To meet the requirements to qualify as a master gardener, participants must complete the WSU training and then provide community...

The trial of a man alleged to be a sexually violent predator has taken over the Wahkiakum County courthouse. Darrell Lamar Kent has served his sentence on sex crime charges, and the State of Washington is asking the Superior Court to sign a civil com...

Wahkiakum Port District #1 commissioners met March 6 for further conversation with the partners of the Drop Anchor Brewery. Richard Erickson, Steve Sharp, and Andy Lea attended the meeting representing the brewery. Lea explained to the commissioners...

Successfully growing heat-loving tomatoes can be a challenge in our cool climate. Your chances of harvesting ripe, red tomatoes before summer’s end can be enhanced if you plan ahead and use some or all of the tips that are covered in this article. F...

Standing in front of a mass of tangled grape vine and wondering what to do with it can be a scary experience for the novice or even for the more experienced pruner. Keep in mind two essential ideas: --Don’t be afraid to cut.When you finish, about 9...

As I write this article, the wind is blowing and there is a threat of snow. Winter has a tight rein over Wahkiakum County this early spring, for sure! Rob and I try to take a daily walk, a 2 mile stroll, really, on Puget Island. It's a really pleasan...

The Wahkiakum Community Garden is located in Erickson Park in Cathlamet. Members of the public may register for plots and grow their own produce in a secured garden. Linda Hartung, 2013 community garden manager, will soon hold open registration for...

2nd Annual Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner at the Norse Hall  Calling all corned beef and cabbage lovers! This weekend is your time to feast as the Norse Hall members are hosting their second annual Corned Beef and Cabbage dinner. Starting this...

To The Eagle: While I realize that coming from Houston might incline James Reed to shoot from the hip (“Town needs care in entering contracts” / March 7, 2013), now that he has settled in Cathlamet it might behoove him to get his facts straight bef...

To The Eagle: I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate the partners of Drop Anchor Brewery and encourage Port District No. 1 and the community to support the proposed brewery at the marina. Mr. Erickson and his team, if successful, will...

NOTICE OF REGISTRATION DEADLINES NASELLE-GRAYS RIVER VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT #155 ELECTION APRIL 23, 2013  NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, April 23, 2013, a special election will be held in the above named School district for the...

File No.: 7367.21305 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. Red Canoe Credit Union Grantee: Donald R. Sealund and Amelia L. Sealund, husband and wife Ref to DOT Auditor File No.: 2014964 Original NTS Auditor File No. 2018936 Tax Parcel ID No.:...

File No.: 7763.25743 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. successor in interest by purchase from the FDIC as Receiver of Washington Mutual Bank fka Washington Mutual Bank, FA Grantee: Brandon Johnson, an unmarried man...

Notice of Automatic Incumbent Re-election The Wahkiakum Conservation District Board of Supervisors hereby informs the voting public that the incumbent has been re-elected to the currently open seat by reason of being the only person filing for the...

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE The Southwest Washington Workforce Development Council will hold its regularly scheduled board meeting on Wednesday, March 20, 2013 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center, 1615 Delaware Street (2nd...

Bail Forfeitures February 1-28, 2013 Tammy L. Singleterry, speeding, no liability insurance, $400, Washington State Patrol. Christopher G. Gregg, speed, $145, WSP. Gretchen M. Mahitka, speed, $144, WSP. Daniel D. Olson, speed, $113, WSP. Clarity A....

News from Naselle: Sports calendar for the coming week for the Naselle Comet teams: Thursday, home baseball and fastpitch against Ocosta at 4 p.m. and a home track meet at 4 p.m.; Friday, home baseball and fastpitch against Ilwaco at 4 p.m.; Monday,...