Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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During the Tuesday, Feb. 3 meeting of the Wahkiakum County Commissioners, Wahkiakum County resident Jon Thompson presented a letter to the commissioners regarding the Grays River Flood Control District (GRFCD) board and “its relationship to the county and the Board of County Commissioners.” Thompson’s letter states the GRFCD board has made “repeated attempts to assume authority granted to Wahkiakum County and the Board of County Commissioners.” Regarding this “assumption of authority,” Thompson’s letter asks the County Board of Commissioners t...
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.108 1st Ave South, Suite 450 Seattle, WA 98104 Trustee Sale No.: WA-25-1013582-SW Title Order No.: CTT25026675 Reference Number of Deed of Trust: Instrument No. 2031717 Parcel Number(s): 061008210008, 7774 Grantor(s) for Recording Purposes under RCW 65.04.015: KEVIN W MCCLELLAN, UNMARRIED MAN Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust and Grantee (for Recording Purposes under RCW 65.04.015): Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB not in its individual capacity but...
CITY OF CLATSKANIE CLATSKANIE CITY COUNCIL MEETING NOTICE The Clatskanie City Council will meet on Wednesday, March 4th, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 75 South Nehalem St. (Clatskanie Cultural Center, 2nd floor). Agenda items include but are not limited to approval of the minutes of the February 4th, 2026, regular meeting; a presentation of the 2024-2025 fiscal year audit. An updated agenda will be available at City Hall by February 27, 2026. Access to the meeting on Zoom will be posted on the City’s website at w...
Request for Proposal (RFP) to provide “Spaire Parts” for the Wahkiakum County Emergency Radio Repeater System. Wahkiakum County is pleased to announce the opportunity to submit Sealed Proposals for its project to acquire standby parts for the Wahkiakum County Emergency Responder Radio System. Who: Any qualified individual/business/firm is welcome to make a response to this solicitation. What: Miscellaneous standby parts *(see the Wahkiakum County website for the RFP packet: https://www.co.wahkiakum.wa.us/417/County-Bids-and-Proposals) or con...
With data centers expected to become the largest source of electricity demand in the Pacific Northwest, Washington legislators are pressing ahead with a bill aimed at protecting the grid and offsetting potential hikes for utility ratepayers. House Bill 2515 passed out of the Appropriations Committee on Monday afternoon, with two Democrats and all of the Republicans on the panel opposed. Reps. April Berg, D-Mill Creek, and Larry Springer, D-Kirkland, cast the two Democratic “no” votes. The bill next awaits a floor vote in the House and still nee...
During their meeting Tuesday, Feb. 17, the Wahkiakum County Commissioners unanimously approved a Museum Service Agreement between Wahkiakum County and Wahkiakum Historical Society in the amount of $2,000 for funding for 2026. The Wahkiakum County Historical Society is recognized as “a licensed nonprofit corporation under the laws of the State of Washington,” and the contract is meant to “provide a museum for the general health and benefit of the residents of Wahkiakum County, which has been declared a county purpose by the Washington State...
Because the dates line up, The Eagle has decided to reprint events from 1976. Thank you to volunteer Julie O’Neil and volunteer curator, genealogist, and board member Kari Kandoll. Celebrate Birthday Mr. and Mrs. Howard Hosley and son of Longview spent Sunday at the home of Mrs. Vera Hosley. They celebrated Howard’s birthday. From Oregon Mr. and Mrs. Phil Pedersen of Albany, Ore., were weekend houseguests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Verne Dodge. Daughter Visit Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Davis of Bothell visited for the weekend at the home of her parent...
Kenneth Charles Wirkkala, lovingly known as "Buckshot", 84 years old passed on January 28th at Beacon Hill Rehabilitation in Longview. He was born on December 4, 1941 to Charles and Ellen (Johnson) Wirkkala in Astoria, Ore. He grew up in Deep River, and graduated from Naselle High School in 1960. He married Nora Lee Sorenson in 1962 and they had 2 sons before later divorcing. While in high school he trapped crawfish in Deep River and sold them to Jakes Crawfish House in Portland. Kenny was a...
I first met Ray Prestegard in 2016. I was outside of the Rosburg store and Ray was driving by. He stopped his car and introduced himself, then told me about watching a recent TV performance I did. The Skamokawa Grange was reorganizing at the time, and I urged Ray to attend an upcoming meeting. We chatted a little more and the encounter was over. Ray showed up at the meeting. There was some social time after. I had brought my accordion and Erik Friend happened to bring a mandolin. Erik showed me...
To The Eagle, I’ve been thinking about the conversations around town that say groceries are cheaper if we drive to Longview. At first glance, that may seem true. But when we factor in gas, vehicle wear, and two hours of travel time, the savings aren’t always what they appear to be. And once we’re in a larger city with endless shopping options, many of us spend more than we planned. Our local Cathlamet Market may not match every big-city price, but it offers something just as important: accessibility, reliability, and community stability. When...
To The Eagle, Our invitation to the world is inscribed upon the plaque at the base of the Statue of Liberty: "Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, the wretched refuse of your teeming shore. Send these, the homeless, tempest-tossed to me, I lift my lamp beside the golden door!" Nearly 100 million immigrants have come to the United States since its founding. While this represents the cumulative total of arrivals over centuries, the current foreign-born population reached a record high of approximately 53.3...
I recently interviewed Eden Valley resident Barbara Rasmussen for our 51st installment of Reader's Fave, a casual interview with someone who shares their favorite book. Opening our conversation, Barbara said, "I'm always surprised that others can have just one favorite book. Not me. For example, for the last five to 10 years, I've been reading non-fiction. I retired in 2012, and we travelled for six years in a RV. Wherever we went, I wanted to learn about the local history, fauna, geology, just...
World Ballet Company proudly announces the 2025–2026 national tour of "Cinderella," an irresistibly fun (and funny) take on one of the world's most beloved fairytales. With performances scheduled in more than 130 cities across the U.S., this enchanting production will bring a Broadway-style ballet experience to audiences of all ages. The production will make its way to Longview's Columbia Theatre (1231 Vandercook Way) on Wednesday, Feb. 25, at 7 p.m. At once timeless and delightfully u...
On Saturday, Feb. 21, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Longview Public Library (1600 Louisiana Street) will be holding its annual, community-led “Longcon,” a mini convention “that transforms the library into a hub of creativity, fun, and fandom.” This free, family-friendly celebration brings together comics, gaming, sci-fi, cosplay, anime, fantasy, and every fandom in between. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just curious, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. There will be vendors and artist booths, panel discussions, hands-on workshops,...
Cowlitz Conservation District is seeking qualified candidates for a vacant appointed position on the Board of Supervisors. To qualify, candidates should be a county elector occupying land within the Cowlitz County Conservation District boundary. Cowlitz Conservation District administers programs to conserve and promote natural resources. District programs and activities are guided by a five-member board of volunteer supervisors without compensation. Three Supervisors are elected locally, and two Supervisors are appointed by the Washington...
The West End Food Pantry's Valentine's Day fundraising dinner was an enormous success. With minimal promotion, organizers Diane Hollenbeck and Shonda Ware were pleasantly surprised when 96 people filled Rosburg Hall for an evening centered around good food and a good cause. Guests enjoyed a hearty meal of tender prime rib, tasty green beans, twice-baked potatoes, a full salad bar, and strawberry shortcake topped with whipped cream. Tables were dressed in red and white tablecloths and set with...
February 9 4:41 a.m. A driver on Sr 4 reported two black cows in the middle of the Eastbound Lane of the highway near Deep River Road. Another caller reported seeing the cow jump the guardrail and go down Oneida Road. WSP was updated on the cows’ location. 12:47 p.m. The Grays River Ambulance responded to transport an elderly Rosburg who wasn’t feeling well. 4:55 p.m. A driver on Puget Island reported an erratic vehicle going at a high rate of speed and almost hitting another vehicle on West Birnie Slough and offered to send photos to dep...
Hello from your Sheriff! So far 2026 has had a busy start and our local first responders have done a great job tending to the needs of the community. Many of our first responders are volunteers within the Fire Department Districts and Search and Rescue. Our local volunteers graciously sacrifice their time in response to those in need and to maintain certifications through many hours of regular training. I send a big thank you to all our brave volunteers! I urge anyone who is interested in being a firefighter, EMT or Search and Rescue member to...
This list is a update of last week’s list. John. C Thomas Middle school has announced the grade point averages recently earned by grades 6-8. The following students earned at 4.0 GPA: 8th grade: Alyssa McKay-Beach, Ava Mendez. 7th grade:Aspen Cothren, Jeremiah Garrett, Emily Sutton. 6th grade: Jarrett Aegerter, Axton Mendez, Naveah Mendez Students earning 3.2-3.9 GPA: 8th grade: Carter Carvalho, Autumn Cochran, Jace Gibson, Leah Gonzales, Max Ohrberg, Theodore Sevald. 7th grade: Ryan Alder, Eve Broten, Mieke Bubel, Dylan Cothren, Keely C...
I'm in Ohio again, and have been since Feb. 9. Pop had his second chemo/immuno treatment on Tuesday, Feb. 10. I've got to say he's doing amazingly well. He's eating like the proverbial horse, which is unusual for him. He's staying hydrated; again, unusual. These are two things he didn't do on "round one," and we think it might make a difference. Still, I'm just your average writer with a first name that gives one the impression I have a doctorate in something, which I don't. I do greatly...
On Sunday, Feb. 22 at 2 p.m., Little Island Creamery (448 E Little Island Rd.) will be hosting a free screening of the 30-minute documentary “Guardians of the Waters.” Created by Amiran White, the 2025 documentary discusses the Chinook Indian Nation’s partnership with the Necanicum Watershed Council to protect and restore the Necanicum Watershed. The watershed is part of Chinook ancestral homeland on Oregon’s North Coast. The film follows this collaboration, as it brings together Indigenous knowledge and modern conservation to care for land an...
PUBLIC NOTICE: REQUEST FOR PUBLIC COMMENT Wahkiakum PUD – Cathlamet Water System Fluoridation Wahkiakum Public Utility District (PUD) is seeking public input regarding whether to continue or discontinue the addition of fluoride to the Cathlamet Water System. The Cathlamet Water System serves Cathlamet and Puget Island. Fluoride has been added to the Cathlamet water supply for dental health purposes. The PUD Commission is reviewing this practice and would like to hear from customers, residents, and other stakeholders before making any d...
The Clatskanie Tigers boys varsity basketball team closed out its regular season last Friday with a 53-47 home loss against Knappa. The loss snapped a two-game win streak for Clatskanie. Earlier in the week, the Tigers defeated the Gaston Greyhounds 55-44 on the road. Clatskanie jumped out to a 13-8 to end the first quarter, but Gaston inched back a little in the second to make it only a three-point lead at halftime. The Tigers outscored the Greyhounds 17-5 in the third quarter to take a...
