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Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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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...
On June 14, the Cathlamet Woman's Club recognized its 2024 Citizen of the Year, Wahkiakum Shoeboxes of Joy/Season Long with Crystal Baker accepting the award at the beautiful Julia Butler Hanson rose garden. Thank you to those who chose to attend the annual event on Flag Day and Julia Butler Hanson's birthday. Mayor David Olson read the Julia Butler Hansen Day Proclamation and Frank Corbin Resolution honoring Julia Butler Hansen. The song "America the Beautiful" was performed beautifully by...
At the conclusion of the Monday, June 2 session of Town Council, council members moved to approve and then signed an operating agreement with PUD (Public Utilities District) at the end of a rather contentious meeting that had begun over four and a half hours prior. Council’s motion to approve cited changes to paragraph 1.1 of the operating agreement, which, according to the meeting packet, reads, “This agreement is effective June 2, 2025 (“Effective Date”) through June 1, 2026 (“Term”). The PUD’s operation of the Town System under this ag...
Libraries are at the beating heart of our culture, what there is of it. Especially in these times of book banning and institution wrecking, our libraries and librarians stand between all of us—whatever political persuasion—and barbarism. Many years ago, my late wife Thea spearheaded election initiatives to create a library district in Wahkiakum County so we could join Timberland Regional Library. Both successive attempts—first for the whole county, then just for the West End—went down, the latter by three votes. I hate to say it, but now I t...
To The Eagle, Saturday, June 14, we celebrate Flag Day and Julia Butler Hansen’s 118th birthday, the Cathlamet Woman’s Club “most distinguished member.” Julia was a third generation Cathlamet resident. She was the first woman to serve on Cathlamet City Council and was a Washington State Legislator. She was also the first woman to head the Washington State Highways Commission. In 1951, Julia was the first female member of the Eleven Western Inter States Highway Commission. In 1956, she became one of the most authoritative highway spokesm...
As the world continues to evolve, so do the people in it. Even in a small, tight-knit community like ours, change is not just inevitable, it’s already happening. For generations, many families here have followed familiar traditions and ways of life. But now, new residents are arriving, bringing with them fresh perspectives, diverse cultures, and new ideas. This is a pivotal moment, an opportunity to embrace positive change and come together to shape a stronger, healthier future for our town. By respecting our laws, policies, and one another, w...
To The Eagle, The current merger put forth by the PUD as such as it is was put together by a small group over a couple of weeks until they got the vote what they wanted. Now I understand when you have two major parties the citizens have a right to their say openly. The first merger was in 1947 between three parties: Cathlamet waterworks, the residents of Puget Island, and the PUD. The Cathlamet waterworks was to supply good water to the entirety of the big and small islands of Puget Island, with the PUD’s sole responsibility was to collect t...
Long time Wahkiakum resident Sharlene A. West, 71, born in Breckenridge, Minn., went to be with the Lord on May 31, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones at her home in Cathlamet. She is survived by her husband, Alan West; her daughter, Angela Velke (John); her son, Jason West; her grandsons, Andrew West, Preston West, Israel Velke, Brock West and Leo Velke; her great grandson, Noah West; her sisters, Sandra Laycock (Bill) and Beverly Gruenberg (Duane); her brothers, Lee Tischer (Diane) and Brent...
Hello from your Sheriff! The Johnson Park Sheriff's Field Office has been open on Thursdays for a few weeks now with positive reception from our community. I have received many tips regarding traffic safety concerns and suspicious activity, which I have forwarded to the Deputies for increased patrols. Emergency Management Coordinator Austin Smith has also been able to answer questions regarding emergency response and preparedness during his time at the field office. I have enjoyed seeing all of...
SUPER NICE. As last week ended and this one began, it was super nice outside and plenty warm. I’m not a heat lover, but for those who are, it looks like you’ll enjoy several days of sunny weather. By the time you read this, the hottest days should be behind us, and that won’t hurt my feelings any. The heat meant watering those plants a little extra this week, so I hope you didn’t forget, as it’s frustrating to buy a bunch of new plants or have a bunch of garden starts come up, only to have them all dry up, and you have to start over. Here’s to...
June 2 7:56 a.m. A caller at Greenwood Cemetery reported that someone was removing flowers from graves without permission and disposing of them. The caller stated that this had been an ongoing issue and requested that it be documented. 1:08 p.m. A caller on Columbia Street reported that a vehicle was driving erratically and performing lane changes. 6 p.m. A concerned caller on SR4 reported an individual was on the side of the road flagging drivers down and appeared to be yelling “help.” The caller said the person was walking towards the Dol...
Wahkiakum County Fire District 3 serves the West End of the county, operating stations in Grays River on N. Hull Creek Road, Rosburg on Raistakka Road, and a small station on Salmon Creek Road. Their coverage area extends from KM Hill in the east to the Pacific County line in the west, including the portions of Salmon Creek that fall within Wahkiakum County. The department consists of approximately 25 volunteers, with eight to ten of them regularly responding to calls and attending training...
Has it really been a week? Time goes fast, it's said, when one's having fun; and, if by "fun," that means trenching the yard, construction projects, mowing, more mowing, and having to have Julie's black Ford trailered back to the Elochoman from Bunker Hill due to a mechanical malfunction, well then I've been full up with 'fun.' Thank you, Randy Coleman for the lift and the assistance. Porcupines in June? I know. Anyone having anything to do with trees, i.e. loggers, tree farmers, and the like,...
Public Announcement Wahkiakum PUD to Acquire Town of Cathlamet Water and Wastewater Systems Wahkiakum Public Utility District (PUD) is pleased to announce the upcoming acquisition of the Town of Cathlamet’s water and wastewater systems. This transition, developed through collaboration with town officials, marks a significant step toward ensuring long-term sustainability, reliability, and quality service for local residents. Effective August 7, 2025, the PUD will assume full operational responsibility and on September 4, 2025, the PUD will a...
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,...
TOWN OF CATHLAMET, WA On the 5th day of May 2025, the Cathlamet Town Council adopted Ordinance No. 687-25. A summary of this Ordinance is as follows: “AN ORDINANCE REPEALING CHAPTER 8.25 OF THE CATHLAMET MUNICIPAL CODE AND ORDINANCE 360-94 RELATING TO FALSE ALARMS – WHEREAS, Chapter 8.25 of the Cathlamet Municipal Code establishes policy to reduce the number of false alarms occurring within the town and the resultant waste of town resources; and the Town has consulted the Wahkiakum County Sheriff’s Department and found this section of code...
TOWN OF CATHLAMET, WA On the 5th day of May 2025, the Cathlamet Town Council adopted Ordinance No. 688-25. A summary of this Ordinance is as follows: “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING 2.55.260 AND 2.55.270 OF THE CATHLAMET MUNICIPAL CODE, SECTION 2 OF ORDINANCE 518-09 AND SECTION 3 OF ORDINANCE 666-22 RELATING TO THE TOWN’S PERSONNEL TRAVEL, REIMBURSEMENT AND MEALS POLICY – WHEREAS, Chapter 2.55 of the Cathlamet Municipal Code establishes the Town’s Personnel Policies which specify reimbursable expenses related to travel away from town; and the Town ha...
Following the resignation of former Councilmember Kermit Chamberlin on April 21, the Town held the door open for several weeks to applicants wishing to fill the No. 2 position for the remainder of Chamberlin's term. Between the May 5 and June 2 sessions of Town Council, the applicants went from two to four: Tyson Clark, Randall Vogt, Crystal Baker, and Isha Snow. The four applicants filled out questionnaires, which were shared in the June 2 meeting's packet. When asked on the questionnaire what...
The Wahkiakum County Commissioners met on Tuesday, June 3, for their regular meeting. During Public Comments, Jason Will expressed his displeasure that someone had written “WAAG donation” on an envelope he left with change in it as a donation to the County Treasury. The Commissioners again stated that they would not accept the donation, as it would cost the county more money than the donation is worth. Will then angrily scribbled off the “WAAG donation” from the envelope in front of the commissioners. “I don’t want to see somebody write on th...
I want to take a moment to talk about something deeply important: how we treat one another. Respect and kindness should be at the heart of every interaction, especially in a small community like ours. If we want to raise strong, kind, and respectful children, we must lead by example. That means showing tact, empathy, and dignity in our daily lives. Sadly, there have been instances in our community where people have been mistreated simply for holding different opinions or living differently. That’s unacceptable. True leadership means leading w...
To The Eagle, I was recently hanging-out at the Cathlamet Library. I decided to ask one of the volunteers, Josh C., what he liked most about the library. He said, “I like how far it’s come… I was here when Noreen was librarian. The remodel brought it to the new age… it’s well done.” You know, sometimes we forget to be grateful for Noreen Holten, our former Librarian, or the beautiful remodel of the library, or all the wonderful volunteers at the library who make it happen each week. Dan Turner, Library Board Chair...
To The Eagle, This year marks the 40th anniversary of St. James Family Center, a milestone we are celebrating with a year-long fundraiser to ensure the continued success and growth of this vital community resource. St. James Family Center is far more than a childcare facility. While it provides high-quality early childhood education and care for our youngest residents, it also plays a critical role in supporting some of our most vulnerable neighbors through The Charlotte House, a program that assists survivors of domestic violence and sexual...
NICE NOW. As I begin this column, we are beginning this new month with some sunshine for the week ahead. We ended the month of May with a nice day too, although we certainly wished the day before had been a bit nicer, as the morning hours were pretty soggy, and it didn’t make for a great day for the Car Show on Saturday morning, which was a real shame. Thankfully, things cleared up so that those cooking fish over at Norse Hall only had to deal with some wind. It was great to see a decent crowd there, and we all seemed to be enjoying the fish d...
May 26 5:21 a.m. A driver on SR4 near Miller Rd. called to report that they had struck a deer, but there were no injuries and they did not need emergency services. 11:14 a.m. A Puget Island resident called to report that three known individuals broke into their home while they were away and stole items valued at up to $6,000. The resident only wanted to document the situation and did not want the individuals charged. 12:34 p.m. Sheriff’s deputies assisted a Cathlamet resident who locked their keys in their vehicle. 3:06 p.m. The Cathlamet A...
