Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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Saturday afternoon started with a vendor fair at the Elochoman Slough Marina, and at 5 p.m., the Light Parade trekked from the marina, down Main Street and back to the starting point, bringing holiday cheer to people who turned out to view....
Wahkiakum County commissioners on Tuesday authorized expansion of Skamokawa’s Fire District No. 2, passed resolutions setting tax levy rates for 2023 and addressed other items of business. Fire District 2 had presented petitions signed by at least 60 percent of the residents of the proposed annexation, and the county auditor’s office confirmed the proposal met the requirements for annexation. Prior to annexation, district boundaries included properties close to SR 4 and Skamokawa valley roads. The annexation will take in new construction and...
During public comment at the Wahkiakum County Port 1 Board of Commissioners meeting last Thursday, Javier Sanchez, one of the owners of River Mile 38 Brewery, expressed a concern about sewer and electrical lines to the new taproom at the waterfront, which had been placed in the same trench. “[General Manager] Dan Kay with the PUD is not a big fan of the sewer running within those lines, in case there is any access needed underneath,” he said. “It has now become a problem for us.” Port 1 counsel...
To The Eagle: Despite repeated hints that he might do so, Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was not the leader who made the most straightforward attempt at a self-coup this year. It was Peruvian President Pedro Castillo, who last Wednesday attempted to dissolve his country’s Congress and rule by decree. By the end of the day, Castillo had been abandoned by his political allies, impeached by the congress, and arrested. German authorities last Thursday ordered 23 people to be held for questioning as they investigate a far-right group that prosec...
To The Eagle: Now that midterms are over, let’s talk about property tax. “If someone moves in next to you and you’re currently assessed at $300,000 but they pay $500,000 for pretty much the same house, I’ve got to raise you up to that,” Bill Coons quote. How absurd. “Home values are elevated everywhere. It doesn’t make much sense. It’s hard for people who are older and on a fixed income,” Laurie Williams quote. It’s hard on all people of all ages who worked hard to be able to live in their own home. My brother-in-law, rest his soul, at one ti...
To The Eagle: Republicans, some of you have told me that the GOP has become a big disappointment over the last eight years, and that you are disillusioned with the Republican Party and America. Well, my Republican friends, rather then being disillusioned with the GOP and America, maybe it’s time you take a second look at the other American party, the Democrats. We both have seen and heard what’s been going on these last eight years. The lies about a stolen election, the ridiculous rationalization by GOP leadership minimizing the theft of top se...
To The Eagle: Our son was chosen to participate in Shop with a Cop on Saturday. What an awesome experience and amazing program. I was overwhelmed with the generosity given to these kids. Thank you to the Wahkiakum County Sheriff's Department, law enforcement from all agencies and the countless volunteers that put this extravagant event together. Walmart and many local folks gave generously to bless these kids and their families. Grateful for our little county, Gary and Susan Burkhalter Rosburg...
To The Eagle: If you didn’t know last Saturday was a Christmas “parade” of the county’s emergency, and fire brigade, you would think that something horrific had happened. Like my friend did, who was just arriving on the island and thought there was a major emergency. The sound of sirens wailing brought back memories at my parents’ driveway waiting for the medics to arrive to help my mother. Yes, I was relieved when they arrived. I appreciate all that emergency personnel and staff do. But I think it would be more in the spirit of the season to...
It's been a frustrating few days for Gloria Johnson in Cathlamet. Several mornings in a row now, she's discovered that something is turning over the newly laid sod in her back yard. It hasn't had a chance to take root, and may not if these high jinks continue. She's come to the conclusion that it's raccoons, trying to get an early breakfast of grubs. Raccoons have been seen in the neighborhood, Johnson said, walking on a nearby fence or living in a tree across the street before it was cut down....
Wahkiakum County Port 2 recently opened the doors to their new offices in the former Skamokawa United Methodist Church, now renamed the Carlton Appelo Center at Skamokawa Vista Park. "I wanted to put life back into the building for the community," Port 2 Assistant Manager Terina Davis said. "There are still a lot of unknowns about the main hall. It may be used as a place for the community to gather, with couches and TVs or technology centers. Something to benefit not just Vista Park and the...
BRACED FOR COLD?--According to the current forecast on my weather app, it appears we’re in for quite a cold stretch and even a chance of snow on Sunday, so I hope you’re ready for possible snowy or icy conditions in the coming days! Then again, these forecasts can be misleading or completely fall apart and also, vary greatly from one area to the next, so just be aware that while you may escape some of the nasty weather where you are, others nearby may get hit with all the nastiness. Basically, we’re back to the “just be prepared for anythin...
THURSDAY Walking Group, Community Center, Cathlamet, 9 a.m. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Hope Center, Noon. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Rosburg Hall, Noon. Fire Protection District No. 1 Commissioners, Fire Hall, 5:30 p.m. Fire District No. 4, 7 p.m. Cathlamet First Aid Division, Fire Hall, 7 p.m. Skamokawa Fire Department, First Aid Division, 7 p.m. Grays River Fire Department, ambulance training, 7 p.m. Free Senior Fitness and Balance Class, Hope Center, 3rd & Maple, enter via door on 3rd, 12:45-1:45 p.m. Food Addicts Meeting, The Hope Center, 3rd...
The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) recently announced that community banker Denise Portmann, President & CEO of Bank of the Pacific in Aberdeen, was elected to the ICBA Federal Delegate Board. ICBA is the nation’s voice for community banks. “It’s a privilege to be elected to represent our industry and shine a light on the work of the nation’s community banks, which build better communities,” Portmann said. “As relationship-based lenders, community banks offer hands-on personal service and invaluable financial expertise to local...
This is my 50th Downriver Dispatch - 2022. It's hard to believe time shot by so fast this fall. I want to make sure you're aware of all the activities scheduled for this weekend because we have another busy set of days celebrating Christmas in the area. Saturday, December 17, the Naselle Youth Sports Club (NYSC) will sell chowder and chili at the basketball games at the school. Funds raised will support NYSC's purchase of sports equipment and other supplies (more info about NYSC in another...
Wahkiakum County law enforcement officers and emergency response personnel handled a variety of reports during the past week, including: December 5 — 4:48 a.m. A worker unloading a truck at a Cathlamet store was threatened by a man from a neighboring residence. 7:39 a.m. An alarm was activated at the marina. The manager said there was no need for a response. 8:55 a.m. A motorist complained that chip trucks were driving too fast behind him on SR 4 in the Cathlamet area. 11:04 a.m. A suspicious person was seen checking mailboxes on Elochoman Vall...
This is a great opportunity to learn more about plants, meet great people and serve your community, but most of all, have a lot of fun. You will receive over 90 hours of training on all aspects of gardening from edible and ornamental plants to composting and environmental issues, from plant health care to problem identification and management. The first step is to find out more about the expectations and opportunities of the WSU Master Gardener program. Orientation sessions (free) will discuss the program expectations, training schedule,...
Adriana Ashe was the Wahkiakum Lions Club October Student of The Month. She has been a cheerleader for three years and is an honor roll student. Adriana's goal is to attend beauty school and become an esthetician and she would like to open her own shop. She enjoys reading, cooking and anything beauty related. Adriana is the daughter of Esther Mendez. Pictured is Lions Club President Terri Elfers as she presented Adriana with a certificate and a check as the Lions Club honored her for her...
The museum is officially closed for the season. They will re-open the weekend after July 4, 2023. Hours will be 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Watch for advertising for the Annual “Kid's Day” Celebration. Located at 8530 Ocean Beach Highway (10 miles west of Longview), the museum is free, however, donations are always welcome. Museum tours are offered, in the off season; call 360-423-3860 or 360-423-8663 to schedule a visit. They are also available for Scouting tours, Eagle Scout projects and high school “community service” hours. For more informa...
On December 6, 2022, Howard Clinton Brawn died at PeaceHealth St. John's Hospital in Longview, Washington. Howard was born on Christmas Eve, 1936, in Galveston, Texas, to Lucille Vera (Head) Brawn and J. Howard Brawn, who spent his career working with the Boy Scouts of America. After living in New York City for his first eight years, the family settled in Roswell, New Mexico, where Howard graduated from Roswell High School. During high school, he became an Eagle Scout and the waterfront...
Bud L. Holten, respected educator and master storyteller, passed away at age 89 on December 7, 2022. Born in 1933 to a railroad drawbridge tender and a famous local cook, Bud was a product of Raymond, Washington. He played football and enjoyed a successful basketball career at Willapa Valley High School. From there he continued to Centralia Community College where he met the spirited and caring Noreen Smythe, whom Bud described as being “A good gal.” The two soon married, and Bud took a position as a telegraph operator for the Spokane, Por...
Gregory Wayne Snodgrass, 65, of Cathlamet, died November 30, 2022 at Hospice in Longview. Greg was born in Carson, to George W. and Thelma (Jones) Snodgrass on April 21, 1957. He grew up on a farm in Moses Lake and went through school there. He worked on the farm growing up. Greg worked in construction running heavy equipment for the WA State DOT and several private companies. He moved to Cathlamet in 1993. He loved this area and enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking, his family and pets. He is survived by a son, Josh Snodgrass, a daughter Arial...
I spent Sunday afternoon at the home of the Garlock family including Trenton and Megan along with their children, their oldest child, daughter Auspyn, middle son Tregan, and youngest son, Atlas, and three dogs. They have lived up Salmon Creek on Alanen Road for six years. What a fun family and the children have exemplary manners. Megan homeschools the kids, and Trenton works alongside his father-in-law, Lee, with the family business, Burnard Construction. Lee Burnard started the business in...
There were two more cases of covid-19 reported this week by the Washington Department of Health, bringing the cumulative total to 627 in Wahkiakum County. The number of reported hospitalizations rose by one this week to 48, while the number of deaths attributed to the virus stands at nine. Disclaimer: With the easy accessibility of at home tests, the actual number of active covid-19 cases and actual cumulative numbers in the county, are hard to know. The percentage of people receiving the primar...
Submitted by Ron Wright Last Saturday your Mecha-Mules again went to Lower Columbia College and competed with 11 other robotics teams from SW WA and came away with wins in all six of our matches. We currently lead our 30-team Regional. All 30 teams gather on Saturday December 17 in Battle Ground to determine the seven teams who advance to the State tourney Jan 28 in Seattle. Note that, unlike sports, there are no divisions based on school size. Our Regional competition includes smaller schools...
On Friday, December 2, Wahkiakum Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5297 presented certificates and cash awards to winners of the 2022-2023 Youth Essays, Patriots Pen, and Voice of Democracy contests at the elementary, middle and high schools. Working alongside America's youth and instilling a sense of patriotism has always been a VFW priority. Each year local VFW posts hold three essay competitions, the Voice of Democracy for grades 9-12, the Patriots Pen for grades 6-8, and the Youth Essay for...
