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

The fair board has been hard at work this week, organizing the 3rd annual Valentines Day Dinner at the Skamokawa Grange. A popular event throughout the community, don’t miss your chance to be wined and dined while enjoying the many talents of W...

We have a winner! The 102nd winning fair theme is ‘Blue Jeans and Country Dreams.’ Congratulations to our winner and a big thanks to everyone who entered. Also a special thanks to the Wahkiakum Fair Friends for donating the $25 first prize. Mark you...

This week marks the end of our 102nd fair theme contest. Chosen by the fair board at yesterday’s monthly meeting, the winner will receive a check for $25. Thank you to everyone who participated and a special thanks to the Wahkiakum Fair Friends f...

Following last week’s article in The Eagle discussing the proposed funding cuts for the fair I thought it would be best to clarify a couple key issues. Since taking on the role of fair manager I have strived to utilize the fairgrounds, hoping to c...

It’s been an interesting and rewarding year for the fairgrounds, resulting in an amazing new arena. Don’t get me wrong, we’ve had our fair share of ups and downs (no pun intended), with Mother Nature putting us through the ringer time and time again...

We’ve seen snow, sleet, hail and a little freezing rain but I’m delighted to confirm the fair grounds are still standing. Volunteer Paul Lawrence has been busy, working hard to ensure we’re tucked up nicely for the long winter ahead. With last year...

Come one and all and join us as we celebrate our Second Annual Christmas Bazaar! Happening this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. within the heated Youth Building, bring your family along and enjoy an afternoon of fun. Our volunteers have organized...

Christmas is just around the corner and what better way to celebrate the holidays than to join us as we host our second Annual Christmas Bazaar. Happening next December 12 from 10 a.m. to 4p.m., bring the whole family down and enjoy an afternoon of...

It was a turkey bonanza at this year’s Turkey Bingo fund raiser, with lots of Wahkiakum families winning their Thanksgiving dinner. The Backmans outdid themselves, organizing the whole evening and donating the fantastic blu ray and Wii player raffle...

Turkey bingo is finally here! For one night only, try your luck and see if you can walk away with a Thanksgiving turkey for your family. Held each year at the Julius A. Wendt Elementary in Cathlamet, the turkey prizes are generously donated by local...

Grab those good luck charms as it’s almost time for the annual Turkey Bingo! Held at the Julius A. Wendt Elementary on November 20 from 6 p.m., bring the whole family and try your luck to win a Thanksgiving turkey. The fair board will also be h...

This year the fairgrounds has faced many challenges, but I am proud to say that each challenge has only made the fair stronger and more determined to survive. Within my role as fair manger, I have tried to identify solutions and opportunities which...

Second annual Oktoberfest this Saturday; new events added Well, the wait is finally over, the Second Annual Oktoberfest Harvest Celebration is finally here! Kicking off at noon on Saturday, this year we’re introducing some new events, including an a...

The countdown has begun for the highly anticipated Mules vs. Comets Dodge Ball match. With just over a week left before the big match next Saturday, don’t miss your chance to sign up. The match is open to all students as well as alumni so bring t...

Halloween is quickly approaching which means this year’s Oktoberfest Harvest Celebration is just around the corner. Fun for any age, this year we’re introducing some new events, including a lawn mower race! Aimed at adults, the lawnmower race wil...

Last year Paul and I held two fund raisers during October, the Haunted House and Oktoberfest. This year to help keep us sane we’ve decided to combine them and host a Harvest Celebration! Scheduled for October 31, bring your family and come on down t...

I’m delighted to confirm that all 2009 fair premium checks have been mailed. If for some strange reason you’ve not received your check please contact the fair office so I can confirm your details. We had an amazing turnout this year with more ent...

Premium checks are on their way so keep checking your mailbox. We had a great turnout this year with lots of new entries. I hope to confirm the attendance numbers in next week’s column but am confident we have beaten last year’s record. Don’t miss...

After 12 months of planning and preparation I must admit that I’m relieved but also sad that our 101st fair celebration has ended. It’s been a challenging year but we’ve worked hard and are proud to show off the new fairgrounds arena. Yes, havin...

After 12 months of planning and preparation I must admit that I’m relieved but also sad that our 101st fair celebration has ended. It’s been a challenging year but we’ve worked hard and are proud to show off the new fairgrounds arena. Yes, havin...

Well the wait is finally over. After months of planning and hard work, our 101st fair celebration has now begun! Grab your family and head on down as this year we’ve pulled out all the stops. The Model-T races are back for their second year and t...

The countdown has begun! Only one week left until our 101st fair celebration. The fairgrounds are buzzing with activity as three new buildings are being constructed to help house this year’s animal exhibits. This includes a new barn for the e...

There is an angel among us, she has faced some of life’s toughest challenges and yet continues to think of others and how she can lend a hand in support. Within my time as fair manager, she and her family have proven time and time again that they a...

Last year it was brought to my attention that the poultry cages were becoming a hazard, with more than one child cutting their hand while tending to their animal. I’m delighted to announce that the fair has just received delivery of forty new p...