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Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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On Friday, July 11, from 4-6 p.m., Tsuga Gallery (70 Main St.) will be celebrating its 14th anniversary. Founded in 2011 by the late Janet Kerstetter Cimino, Tsuga Gallery has become a cornerstone in Cathlamet. We will be having an open house with live music by Donnie Wages, finger food, beverages, door prizes, games, and more. Come by and meet the talented artists and authors that make up the membership of the gallery. All but one of the artists are from Wahkiakum County, with one being from Pacific County. Founding benefactor Janet...
Full Bloom The Library is in full bloom with beautiful flowers outside and wonderful new books inside. Thank you, volunteers. We’re now at 1,465 patrons, which means roughly 25 percent of Wahkiakum residents have a Cathlamet Public Library card! Passes Need a Discoverer Pass? We have them. Need a Columbia River Maritime Museum pass? We have them. Each pass is a family-type pass, which means many people are accommodated with just one pass. It works best to come into the library ahead of time and reserve your pass for when you need it. Stay t...
WARMED UP. As this week begins, we’re definitely soaking in the sunshine after experiencing some drizzly weather at the end of last week, particularly in the morning hours around here. Of course, I heard it was dry in Cathlamet, so I guess we’re just special out here in West Valley — when no one else is getting the wet stuff, we often are. With a dry spell coming up, I’m thankful we had the moisture we did. But now, it’s haymaking time, so this dry stretch is very welcome for those trying to get crops cut, let to dry, tedded, raked into wind...
June 23 4:33 p.m. Sheriff’s deputies performed a wellness check on a Cathlamet resident who had not been seen in several days. The resident was found alive and well. 9:50 p.m. The Cathlamet Ambulance responded to assist a Puget Island resident who was severely ill and having trouble breathing. June 24 1:33 a.m. Cathlamet Emergency Services responded to transport an elderly Puget Island resident to the hospital for difficulty breathing and severe hand pain. 9:13 a.m. A Skamokawa resident called to report receiving a scam text about an u...
On July 4, 1944, World War II was at a pivotal time in Europe, marked by the fierce Battle of Normandy and the intense fighting in the Cotentin Peninsula and around Caen. Just shy of a month after D-Day, the millionth Allied soldier landed in Normandy. Amidst this backdrop, my grandfather, Eddie Wirkkala, took a few precious moments to write a letter to his mother, sharing his thoughts and experiences. "July 1, 1944 Dear Ma, Hi! Here it is, July already. What are you going to do on the 4th?...
Logic and Accuracy Test Pursuant to RCW 29A.12.130 Cathlamet, WA – Wahkiakum County Elections in partnership with the Washington Secretary of State’s Office, will be conducting a Logic and Accuracy Test on its ballot tabulation equipment for the August 5, 2025 Primary Election. The purpose of the test is to ensure every vote is counted accurately. The test will be conducted on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 11:15 AM, in the Auditor’s Office, 64 Main St., Cathlamet. If members of the news media or the public are interested in observing this test,...
Sue Marshall has been selected as the Tsuga Gallery Artist of the Month for July. Sue is a semi-abstract, mixed-media artist who started painting approximately five years ago. She uses acrylic paint and acrylic inks, both on canvas and paper, to explore emotion, feelings, and real-life experiences. Although she does dabble in realism, Sue feels her creative calling lies in the unusual, even wonky, abstract world. Her focus is bold colors, mark-making, and thinking "outside the box." Most of...
Wahkiakum County Noxious Weed Control, PO Box 583, Cathlamet, WA 98612 is seeking modification of coverage under the Washington Department of Ecology WAG-99482 General Permit for the waterbody known as Elochoman Slough located in Cathlamet, WA. Activities requiring permit modification include expanding the treatment area from the Elochoman Marina to include Marina Estates subdivision. Any person desiring to present their views to the Department of Ecology regarding this application may do so in writing within thirty days of the last date of...
An estimated 225 people came out to Little Island Creamery last week to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the ferry service that connects Puget Island with Westport, Ore. With so many in attendance already filling the venue to capacity, volunteers in the Little Island Creamery parking lot had to turn vehicles away. "This event was a major success in celebrating our community," said Wahkiakum Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Ryan Murillo. "To be able to showcase the ferry, its history, and...
This coming weekend is nationally known as ARRL Field Day for Amateur Radio. Station operators try to contact as many other operators around the world as they can. This is one of the three ways that we test the effectiveness of the long-range portion of our emergency communications system here in Wahkiakum County. Locally however, we call it "Hamfest" because we do much more. In addition to long-range communications testing, we also teach people how the radio systems work, encourage new folks...
DECENT START. As this week begins on Sunday morning, I’m seeing some sunshine that’s making the wet grass and trees sparkle, so it’s a nice change from Saturday, when it poured on and off all day. We had an inch of rain by noon here in the West Valley, so it was definitely soggy. This last weekend in June is looking much nicer… fingers crossed! SPECIAL DAYS. Those celebrating their birthdays from June 26 to July 4 are Lance Britt, Cliff Garrison, Don Speranza, Sandie York, Austin Luthi, Tanya Cleveland, Heidi Boehler, Andrew Nortrup, Cooper...
Wahkiakum County law enforcement officers and emergency response personnel handled a variety of reports during the last week, including: June 16 10:50 a.m. A Puget Island resident called to report that their neighbor was harassing them and had just driven away in their pickup truck. 8:04 p.m. An Elochoman Valley resident called to report that a loose dog was sitting on their porch and had no collar. The caller wanted to contact deputies to ensure the animal was okay; deputies were later contacted by the dog’s owner, who was retrieving the a...
I recently had the opportunity to interview Marianne Burkholder from Puget Island. We met in the Cathlamet library and discussed her role as a volunteer through the Woman's Club, for the Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of SW Washington (AAADSW). Their vision is for every older adult, adults with disabilities, and their family members to have access to information, programs, and services to help them thrive in the setting of their choice. AAADSW is part of the aging services network created...
When the Wahkiakum Chamber of Commerce agreed to invest $35,000 in Wahkiakum West's (WWest) television show "Columbia Coast" during its April 9 meeting, WWest CEO Ken Johnson promised to film at least one of the show's 13 episodes locally. With his crew being spotted in Skamokawa, Puget Island, Downtown Cathlamet, and the Elochoman Marina last week, Johnson lived up to his end of the bargain. "Columbia Coast," which cast member Mark Justice describes as "very experiential and hands on,"...
The Westport/Wahkiakum Ferry is celebrating 100 years of operation between Oregon and Washington this Saturday, June 21 from 3-5 p.m. and everyone is invited. Carrying dignitaries and special guests, the ferry will arrive on Puget Island from Westport, where these guests will then travel to Little Island Creamery (448 E Little Island Rd.) where the day’s real fun begins. This party is for everyone along the Lower Columbia River. If you have worked on the ferry, ridden the ferry, or just admired it from a distance, you are especially invited. M...
To The Eagle, My wife Dee and I, here at the Finnish Line in Deep River, are proud to endorse John Mason for Wahkiakum County Sheriff. He is a quality individual with over 12 years of experience as a deputy and later as a sergeant in the County Sheriff’s office. He has a strong record of leadership and excellent decision-making rooted in an impressive level of situational awareness. It is recognition of his experience and abilities that resulted in his appointment by the Board of County Commissioners as Sheriff upon Mark Howie’s ret...
Sandra Peterson Davis, 76, of Cathlamet, died on June 14. She was born to Arthur "Skamokawa Pete" and Lois ( Clauson) Peterson on April 20, 1949 in Cathlamet. She grew up in Skamokawa, graduating from Wahkiakum High School in 1967. She worked as a cook, and bartender in Skamokawa, Astoria, and Tacoma over her young life. She later returned to Cathlamet where she loved the Columbia River and her life there. Sandra designed and built her dream home above the river where she lived for the last 21...
The Wahkiakum County PUD commissioners met for their regular meeting on Tuesday, where General Manager Dan Kay gave an update on the Town of Cathlamet Consolidation. “We’re looking at August 7 as the official date for the PUD to take over operations of the TOC water systems.” Said Kay. Two former Town water system personnel have been hired onto the PUD staff. The Skamokawa sewer district has requested to merge with the Wahkiakum PUD during a meeting attended earlier this month by Kay, Commissioner Dennis Reid, a Skamokawa Sewer District commi...
This summer, Wahkiakum County 4-H is sponsoring a youth sewing school called “Sew For Fun.” Classes will be held at the Johnson Park Sewing Room (30 Rosburg School Road, Rosburg) on Monday, July 14 through Wednesday, July 16. Times will vary, depending on the youth’s age and experience. Classes start at 9 a.m. for all and go until 11:15 a.m. for younger students. Older or more experienced sewers will go an extra hour, ending at 12:15 p.m. Students will learn basic straight stitching, hand sewing, how to use a simple pattern, and details about...
CLOUDY BUT DRY. As this week begins, it’s a bit cloudy, but at least it’s not raining... not yet, that is. However, by the end of this week, the chances of rain showers are looking to increase. While we may not like to see that happening so late in June, I’m thankful it will help deter the chances of wildfires here. Many areas are currently reeling from these fast-spreading wildfires. I really won’t complain about the rain, as it adds to our water systems and waters my plants, so I don’t have to. SPECIAL DAYS. Those celebrating birthdays...
June 9 7:55 a.m. The Cathlamet Ambulance transported a Skamokawa resident to the hospital due to breathing difficulties. 9:15 a.m. A caller at Skamokawa Vista Park requested a welfare check on a camper staying at the park. 9:33 a.m. The Cathlamet Emergency Services responded to assist a Cathlamet resident who was having a low blood sugar episode. 1:19 p.m. An elderly person was transported to the hospital after falling in a Cathlamet business and suffering a head injury. 3:48 p.m. A concerned citizen on SR4 called to report an individual who...
Once again, folks, there's a lot going on courtesy of Mother Nature, so we'll dive right into it this week. I'm writing this on Father's Day, so a Happy Father's Day - albeit belated by the time this article publishes - goes out to all the dads out there, including my very own, Captain Michael E. Johnson (U.S. Army, Vietnam 1965-66). Trump administration pulls out of PNW salmon restoration agreement Given the significance of salmon to the people, the culture, the history, and the wallets of...
CALL FOR BIDS JANITORIAL SERVICES WAHKIAKUM COUNTY CATHLAMET, WASHINGTON NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids will be received by the Wahkiakum County Public Works Dept. in the County Courthouse at 64 Main Street, P.O. Box 97, Cathlamet, WA 98612 until the hour of 9:45 A.M. on June 24th, 2025. Sealed bids will then be opened and publicly read in the chambers of the Board of County Commissioners for janitorial services in Wahkiakum County Buildings. Contract Description: This contract consists of cleaning of the Wahkiakum County Courthouse,...
Trustee Sale # 126533-WA Title # 3177579 Notice of Trustee’s Sale Grantor(s): GAYLENE JOHNSON Grantee(s): CHICAGO TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, as Trustee Original beneficiary of the deed of trust: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS DESIGNATED NOMINEE FOR PRIMARY RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE, INC., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current beneficiary of the deed of trust: FINANCE OF AMERICA REVERSE LLC Current trustee of the deed of trust: CLEAR RECON CORP Current mortgage servicer of the deed of trust: CELINK Reference number of the deed of t...
The Cathlamet Library’s summer reading and adventures program will run from June 26 through July 31. This weekly event takes place every Thursday from 1 - 2 p.m. at Erickson Park (581 Columbia St.) and presents summer adventures and reading challenges for kids of all ages. This is a family-friendly activity for the summer months and a great way to get the kids out of the house and enjoy some hands-on library activities. For more info on the summer reading and adventures program, call the Cathlamet Library at 360-795-3254. The library is l...
