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During his final session of Town Council, former Mayor David Olson had a pretty full slate. Signing the PUD interlocal agreements for both the water and sewer transfer and general cooperation, Olson also deferred to Council to vote on and approve the adoption of the 2026 budget and salary scale and the finalization of the Wahkiakum PUD franchise agreement. At various points of the meeting, former Councilmember Laurel Waller, participating in her final meeting as well, asked Olson if he intended...
During the Wahkiakum County Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 23, VFW Post 5297 Commander Bill Tawater and VFW Post 5297 Quartermaster Justin Tawater presented Wahkiakum County Sheriff’s Office 911 Dispatcher/Telecommunicator Aric Cothren with a plaque from Washington State VFW and a certificate of recognition from National VFW for the 2024-2025 911 Dispatcher/Telecommunicator of the Year. Cathlamet Fire Department EMT Will Lutz was presented with a plaque from Washington State VFW and a certificate of recognition from National VFW for t...
Looking back. Looking ahead. Let me assure you, I won’t be so “maudlin” as to say, “Well, another year in the books,” but - and with my apologies - here we are. It’ll likely be a month spent writing the wrong year atop checks and any and all paperwork requiring both signature and date. Maybe I’ll have it right by June. It’s been a good year; a typical year. Highlights with few downturns. I enjoyed the company of an excellent class of seniors, the Class of ’25, here at Wahkiakum #200. I’m so proud of my granddaughter, Adrionna, who was c...
Today is Friday, Jan. 2, the second day of 2026. There are 363 days left in the year. Today in history: On Jan. 2, 2016, a heavily armed group led by brothers Ammon and Ryan Bundy seized the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge in Oregon, beginning a 41-day standoff to protest the imprisonment of two ranchers convicted of setting fires on public land and to demand the federal government turn over public lands to local control. Also on this date: In 1890, President Benjamin Harrison appointed Alice Sanger as the first female White House staffer at...
The Wahkiakum Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce an upcoming workshop that could prove beneficial for businesses and the community. Covering the theme of grant writing, this workshop will take place at Skamokawa Vista Park in the Annex Building on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026, at 10 a.m. The Chamber is happy to partner with the Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Council of Governments to present this training. At times, access to these types of funds is crucial for small businesses, government agencies, and the non-profit sector. “Our goal is to give folks t...
Happy New Year! With all the busyness of the holidays, I don’t have much to write about this week. Still, I want to thank everyone who contributed to my column over the past year. Coming up with topics to write about every week can be tough, and input from all of you helps keep me motivated. I look forward to sharing more about fun community events, historical stories, and interesting human-interest topics in the year ahead. I do my best to stay updated on upcoming events through Facebook, but hearing about events and story ideas directly w...
HELLO. Welcome library members, readers, and Wahkiakum residents to our monthly update. NEW PASS. We now have the Rice Museum of Rocks and Minerals (Hillsboro, Ore.) pass, available for free for all Cathlamet library cardholders. This pass provides access for two adults and four children. Go check out this museum, as their displays are very kid friendly. PODCASTS. We will be on the following podcasts: Talk of Our Towns, hosted by Donna Quinn, and The Human Beat, hosted by Roger Rocka. Each podcast is listed and hosted by KMUN radio, so check...
Looking back. Looking ahead. Let me assure you, I won’t be so “maudlin” as to say, “Well, another year in the books,” but - and with my apologies - here we are. It’ll likely be a month spent writing the wrong year atop checks and any and all paperwork requiring both signature and date. Maybe I’ll have it right by June. It’s been a good year; a typical year. Highlights with few downturns. I enjoyed the company of an excellent class of seniors, the Class of ’25, here at Wahkiakum #200. I’m so proud of my granddaughter, Adrionna, who was c...
During the Wahkiakum County Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 23, VFW Post 5297 Commander Bill Tawater and VFW Post 5297 Quartermaster Justin Tawater presented Wahkiakum County Sheriff's Office 911 Dispatcher/Telecommunicator Aric Cothren with a plaque from Washington State VFW and a certificate of recognition from National VFW for the 2024-2025 911 Dispatcher/Telecommunicator of the Year. Cathlamet Fire Department EMT Will Lutz was presented with a plaque from Washington State VFW and a...
Winter Holiday Botany English holly (Ilex aquifolium) was a powerful winter symbol in pre-Christian Europe. Their years were governed by the Holly King for six months from the summer solstice to the winter solstice. As the days got progressively longer, the Oak King battled for supremacy. The winter solstice ritual “battle” was close to Dec. 25. Cut holly retains its deep green leaves and bright red berries, so it was widely used as adornments in those early winter rituals. With the conversion of much of Northern Europe to Christianity by the...
December 22 11:34 a.m. Deputies assisted with a vehicle unlock in Skamokawa. 11:55 a.m. There was a report of theft at an East Valley residence in Skamokawa. 9:21 p.m. The Cathlamet Ambulance responded to assist an elderly Puget Island resident who was lethargic. December 23 1:09 a.m. The Grays River Ambulance transported an elderly Rosburg resident to the hospital due to bleeding. 7:16 a.m. Reports of a vehicle parked near the travel lane with their flashers on and driver slumped over were investigated and found that the driver was just out...
The Wahkiakum County Eagle thrives as a community-driven newspaper. In addition to our team of dedicated reporters and editors, the newspaper regularly features contributed content from local community members. Examples include sharing favorite recipes, interviewing fellow community members, book reviews, event write-ups, and tips or advice as an expert on themes such as home repair, baking, information technology (IT), etc. If you have an interest in contributing, email your topic idea and details to info@waheagle.com. Somebody will respond...
The Oregon History Bee and Bowl is set to take place Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Rainier Jr./Sr. High School (28170 Old Rainier Road). This event is presented by International Academic Competitions. The competition will include National Biology Bee, National Geography Bee, National Humanities Bee, National Political Science Bee, and U.S. History Bee. The cost is $99 per Bowl team. There will be discounts for teams of one or two members. On an individual level, the cost is $50 per player. A $20 discount is given to an individual if they are...
Late last year, it was made public the owners of Grocery Outlet Rainier, Jeremy and Monika Medhaug, had decided to put the store up for sale after taking ownership earlier in 2025. Grocery Outlet operates as a franchise model and the corporate office opened up the Rainier location for potential buyers. Current on-site management includes a corporate transition team with support from owners of the Scappoose store while details are finalized for new ownership. The change is forecasted to go into effect by mid-February. According to conversations...
The Clatskanie High School varsity boys basketball team saw its perfect season come to an end Monday night with a 60-41 road loss to Willamina. The Bulldogs set the tone early, outscoring the Tigers 16-7 in the first quarter. Willamina would extend its lead in the second quarter, going into halftime with over double the score of Clatskanie. Outscoring their visitors 27-25 in the second half, the 3-4 Bulldogs handed the Tigers their first defeat of the season. Leading the scoring for Clatskanie was senior Zach Mollenhour, who managed 16 points....
Between now and Jan. 31, 2026, The Wahkiakum County Eagle is offering residents of both Clatskanie and Rainier a yearly subscription rate of $60. The rate for those in the Pacific Northwest but not living within Wahkiakum County is currently $70 per year. As the cover price for The Eagle has increased from $1 to $1.50 an issue, a $60 annual rate would save subscribers $18. For more information, or if you would like to subscribe at this discounted rate, please call 360-795-3391 or email us at info@waheagle.com....
I recently interviewed Megan Blackburn Friend for our 44th installment of Reader's Fave, a casual interview with someone who shares their favorite book. Megan and her family live near Cathlamet. Megan began our discussion of a book from her early youth, "The Monster at the End of this Book Starring Loveable, Furry Old Grover" by Jon Stone. "It was the font which drew me to the book," said Megan. "I love fonts, I love hand drawing them. My art style was definitely influenced by the text and the...
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NOTICE OF CHANGE OF MEETING DATE OF PORT DISTRICT NO. ONE OF WAHKIAKUM COUNTY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that due to scheduling conflicts, the scheduled meeting of Thursday, January 8, 2026, of the Board of Commissioners of Port District No. One of Wahkiakum County, Washington, will be held instead on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. at the Cathlamet Fire Station in the DeBriae Meeting Room at 255 2nd St., Cathlamet, WA 98612. The public is invited and encouraged to attend the meeting in person or via Zoom teleconference. Zoom info:...
Noxious Weed Control Coordinator Wahkiakum County Immediate opening until filled, Position is 89.5 hours a month. Applicants should have an agricultural background with knowledge of technical activities relating to weed control. Duties include coordinating the noxious weed control program, administration of the cost share program, good math skills, good people skills, and communication skills. The Position is a combination of managerial and hands on fieldwork. Applicants must possess a current valid Washington driver's license within 60 days...
