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Thu, May 24, 2012
Closure set for filming on ferry
Wahkiakum County commissioners approved the hiring of a new public health nurse and a contract for a film company's use of the ferry Wahkiakum when they met Tuesday.
List of popular names has changes
Every parent knows that choosing a baby name can be a daunting and difficult task.
PUD OK's substation bid, electricity for radios
At the May 15 meeting of the Board of Commissioners of Wahkiakum PUD, Manager Dave Tramblie reported that the PUD is working with the County Emergency Services and Public Works to install new antennas for the radio system on Radar Ridge, KM Mountain and the JA Wendt Elementary School.
Unemployment rate continues downward
Wahkiakum County's rate of unemployment continued its recent downward trend, according to the latest report from the state Employment Security Department.
Wed, May 23, 2012
Nursery deals with dike road closure
Our little county boasts, “Welcome to Wahkiakum: We’re a little out of the way but worth the adventure.”
Thu, May 17, 2012
Filing for positions on the 2012 election ballots opened Monday, and many candidates showed interest in local offices.
Farmers make hay while the sun shines
With hay prices rising recently, it is no surprise that local farmers jumped on their tractors this week to take advantage of the dry weather.
classroom. “Where did you get all of that stuff?” a student asks of her camera and tripod.
County leads state in collecting fines
Wahkiakum County has the highest per capita fine collection rate of any superior court in the state, according to a recent study by the Washington State Association of County Officials.
DNR hearing tonight on trust land transfer
Representatives of the Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR) may get a variety of opinions from Wahkiakum County residents when they hold a public meeting tonight (Thursday) on a proposed transfer of county trust timberland.
Tue, May 15, 2012
Commissioners adjust Steamboat Sl. Rd, closure
County commissioners move closure boundaries for the opening of steelhead angling season
Thu, May 10, 2012
The biggest and brightest full moon of the year arrived Saturday night and illuminated Wahkiakum County.
Board OK's plan, discusses pertussis
Wahkiakum County commissioners Dan Cothren, Lisa Marsyla and Blair Brady handled a variety of business when they met Tuesday
Legislators hear Steamboat Sl. dike repair needs
Local officials last week enlisted the help of District 19 members of the Washington State Legislature in finding support for repairs of the eroding Steamboat Slough Dike.
DNR takes step to complete marbled murrelet plan
The Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is looking for input on its plan to manage habitat for endangered marbled murrelets, a seabird that flies inland to nest in old, large conifers.
Cathlamet resident Dixie Kolditz has announced she will be a Republican candidate for state representative.
Early entry deadlines near for sturgeon derby
Entry deadlines are approaching for the 2012 Derby Dollars for Scholars barbecue and sturgeon derby to be held June 2.
Wed, May 9, 2012
If it's May, it's time for testing
For students in grades 3-8, May promises something different: It is time for The Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) exam.
Thu, May 3, 2012
Children hear stories, receive books
Local children and volunteers gathered at Cathlamet United Church of Christ Monday to celebrate the joy of reading.
Students perform spirited Cinderella
The JA Wendt/John C Thomas Parent Teacher Organization hosted the Missoula Children’s Theatre’s production of Cinderella last Saturday. Young actors performed a spirited twist on the classic Grimm’s story for families, community members and friends over the weekend.
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