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Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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Nichole Olsen spent her summer hiking the Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada. She traveled some 2,650 miles on foot, walking as few as 15 miles a day and as many as 30. Most days she hiked 22-28 miles. Her big adventure started on May 3 and ended September 24. In that time, Olsen only took seven days off. "My intention of going on the trail was to be by myself," Olsen said. "Can I be alone? Am I capable of pushing myself and being by myself and making it?" Olsen is a Wahkiakum High School...
After a bit of encouragement, Brett Deaton decided to challenge long time friend Gary Quigley for his seat on the Wahkiakum County Port 1 Board of Commissioners in this year's election. Deaton is a former Port 1 commissioner who had to resign nearly two years ago when he moved from one district to another. "I like being involved," Deaton said. "I've visited almost every port from Ilwaco to Lewiston, Idaho, and seen how they work. Most of them are bigger and do more than the Port of Wahkiakum...
Invested in his work at Wahkiakum County Port 1, Commissioner Gary Quigley has found himself in a contested race for the position and admits that he isn't ready to let go. "The port has so many things going on right now," Quigley said. "It's really exciting. I was on the board before, years ago when I lived downtown. It seems like it has really started to evolve in the last two years. It used to be that you'd go in for a half hour and sign vouchers and leave, but now the meetings are longer and...
Members of the Cathlamet Town Council gave first approval of their proposed 2016 budget on Monday. By law, the council will hold three readings of the budget to give it final approval. The first came Monday; subsequent readings will come at the council's November and December meetings. As part of the process, the council also approved a 1 percent increase in property taxes, an increase of $737.86. Overall, the town will collect $73,785.80 in property taxes in 2016. The town's total budget, according to the preliminary draft, will total $3.5...
A gillnet boat cruised through the sunset lit waters of the Columbia off Cathlamet this week. Photo by Diana Zimmerman....
TEST OF THE EMERGENCY COMMUNITY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM I would like to start by thanking our community for taking part in the annual countywide test of the Emergency Community Notification System(ECNS). I initiated the system Monday evening with great success. If you did not receive this call you may need to register your number. All hard wired landline telephone numbers are automatically added to the system. It is VERY IMPORTANT for all residents to register their V. O. I. P. (Internet based) and/or cellular telephones by visiting the DEM website...
DAMP WEEKEND--Temperatures are finally cooling off this week and it seems more like Fall after some record breaking heat last week in some parts of the Northwest, as Portland was seeing temps in the 80s. Fortunately, we were cooler than that, and the mornings were cloaked in heavy fog that brought some needed moisture to our lawns and woods. By Saturday and Sunday, we were experiencing some light rains at times, so while it wasn't dumping, it was still fairly wet and gray looking out there. However, that was mild compared to other places and...
THURSDAY Cathlamet Fire Department, 7 p.m. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Congregational Church, Noon. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Rosburg Hall, Noon. District No. 4 Fire Department, drill night, 7 p.m. Grays River Fire Department, fire/ambulance, 7 p.m. Skamokawa Fire Department, 7 p.m. Wahkiakum Fire District 2 Commissioners, Skamokawa Fire Hall, 7 p.m. Community Library & Computer Center, GRVC at Johnson Park, 1-5 p.m. West End Food Pantry, GRVC at Johnson Park, 1-5 p.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) GRVC at Johnson Park, activity room, 2 p.m....
Wahkiakum County law enforcement officers and emergency response personnel handled a variety of reports during the past week, including: October 12 — 12:30 p.m. The Cathlamet ambulance aided a Cathlamet resident with abdominal pain. 1:35 p.m. A juvenile was hurting himself at a Cathlamet school. A representative from the mental health department responded. 4:49 p.m. Two representatives from Wahkiakum Search and Rescue joined the search for a missing person in Grays Harbor County. They were unsuccessful in their attempt to locate the i...
Thanks to a recent Americorps posting at the Cathlamet Community Center, the center will be manned and have regular hours. This is Cheryl Kingston's first year of service for Americorps. The St. Helens native and Longview resident, who has been busy raising four kids by herself, was looking for a new challenge after receiving a degree from WSU in 2014 in Business Administration. She's been busy in her first month at the Community Center, getting to know her advisors, regular visitors and the...
Longtime Cathlamet resident Dennis W. Havens passed away on October 13, 2015 in Cathlamet, WA. He was born April 27, 1949 to Lillian (Petersen) Havens and David H. Havens, in Longview, WA. Dennis was a lifelong commercial fisherman on the Columbia River and in Alaska. He played football throughout high school and college and was an avid Seahawks fan. Dennis is survived by his wife Jill; son Brian (Misty); grandchildren Austin and Bailey Havens of Gig Harbor, WA; his daughter Shanna Havens who is attending Central Washington University; stepchil...
Anyone needing assistance with providing Christmas presents for their children up through the age of 17 may contact the Star Program at 360-431-5232. All calls will be handled discreetly. This year the Star Program is using an application process to better serve their clients--the children. Applications may be picked up at the Sheriff’s office or Health and Human Services at 42 Elochoman Valley Road. They must be returned no later than November 15. Monetary donations are greatly appreciated and can be made at Bank of Pacific or Bank of A...
The Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington will hold Powerful Tools for Caregivers, designed for family members caring for a loved one at home. The six-week class series is open to spouses, partners, adult children and friends caring for a loved one at home. There is no cost to attend, but due to limited space, registration is required. Respite services may be available with advance registration. Classes will be held on Mondays, 1-3:30 p.m., November 2 through December 7 at the Cathlamet Community Center, 101 Main...
Goodwill Work Opportunity Center of Cowlitz County is offering a free basic computers class at the Cathlamet Community Center on Tuesday, November 10 from 10 a.m. -2 p.m. The class will cover the basics of Windows, Word, Email and Internet search, taught by computer instructor Bill Carnahan. Call Cheryl at 360-795-7870, extension 2, or stop by the Community Center to register. Space is limited, and early registration is urged. The community center is located at 101 Main Street in Cathlamet....
A flock of mallards cruised the mouth of Birnie Creek in Cathlamet. Photo by Rick Nelson....
Susan O'Connor was appointed to the Wahkiakum School District Board of Directors in August of 2013. Now she finds herself in a race against challenger Derek West to retain the position. When former school board member Lee Tischer encouraged her to volunteer a couple years ago, she set aside her doubts and concerns about the time commitment and stepped forward. "It sounded good because I love school," O'Connor said. "Education is the nation's first priority. If you don't have intelligent, educate...
A Wahkiakum County Sheriff's department patrol car was slightly damaged in a two-car collision Sunday on SR 4. According to a report from the Washington State Patrol, Deputy Sheriff Bill Tawater was westbound on SR 4 3.5 miles east of Cathlamet in a 2006 Ford Expedition at 2:01 p.m. when he slowed for traffic making a left turn. A 2005 Jeep Wrangler driven westbound by Valerie J. Clappison of Portland was following Tawater's fully marked patrol vehicle and collided with it as it slowed for traffic. Both vehicles were damaged, but no one was...
Our local PUD has taken great care in making sure our power stays on, but they have no control over Mother Nature. After a significant natural disaster like a severe earthquake it could take an extended amount of time for our power to be restored to all residents. There are steps you can take in advance of a power outage to insure you and your family are safe and comfortable. • If someone in your household has life-sustaining or medically necessary equipment you should register it with the PUD. • Consider buying a generator. When installing a g...
THURSDAY Rosburg Community Club, 7 p.m. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Congregational Church, Noon. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Rosburg Hall, Noon. 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. Wahkiakum Fire District No. 4, 7 p.m. Westside Play & Learn Group, Valley Bible Church, 9-11:30 a.m. Community Library and Computer Center, GRVC at Johnson Park, 1-5 p.m. West End Food Pantry, GRVC at Johnson Park, 1-5 p.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds...
NASTY ONE--The winds blew and rains came down so heavy that our satellite went out at times, so it wasn't real pleasant here last Saturday night. We even had a mostly wet day Friday in West Valley, capped off with a power outage, which was a far cry from the weather 10 miles east, but then, we do live in Skamokawa, so you never know what you'll get! Luckily, Sunday started out the week with some sunshine after some morning clouds so at least the weekend wasn't a total bust. To end the weekend, Mother Nature splashed some dazzling colors across...
Wahkiakum County law enforcement officers and emergency response personnel handled a variety of reports during the past week, including: October 5 — 7:45 a.m. The Cathlamet ambulance aided a Rosedale resident who had fainted. 2:05 p.m. A Cathlamet resident reported that she had been harassed online. 7:18 p.m. A Puget Island resident reported a phone scam. 7:40 p.m. A man was seen on the roof of a Cathlamet restaurant. 7:45 p.m. A Wahkiakum High School student was taken into custody after someone reported he had threatened to bring a gun to s...
On Friday, October 16, All Star Jama on the Up-Beet Stage at the Puget Island Farmers Market, 59 W. Birnie Slough Rd., from 3-6 p.m. For more information call 360-560-3785. On Saturday, October 17, Rob Stockhouse will perform from 5-7:30 p.m., at River Mile 38 Brewing Co. on the Crow's Nest Stage, 285 Third St., Cathlamet. For more information call 360-355-4662....
The Wahkiakum Mini-Mule Train ran over the Kelso Gold youth football team last Saturday at Wahkiakum High School, beating the visiting squad 38-0 in front of a large home crowd. Scoring started quick in the first quarter, as Gabe Moon took a handoff and threw a halfback pass to streaking slot receiver Beau Rose for a 25 yard touchdown. Kicker Logan Nelson topped the drive with a two-point conversion kick to give the Mini-Mules the 8-0 lead. Just a couple of plays later, defensive end Hank Bassi...
Meet the candidates Editor’s note: The Eagle invited local candidates for public office on the November general election ballot to complete a brief candidate interview form. Here are the responses we’ve received so far. Lee Tischer Port District 2 Commissioner 1. Background --Education: Wahkiakum High School and Lower Columbia College. --Business/professional: Served on Wahkiakum School Board for 16 years; one of the founding board members of Wahkiakum Dollars For Scholars; Puget Island Fire Commissioner; appointed citizen representative on...
The 8th Annual Covered Bridge Dinner was held on Saturday. The warm fall afternoon cooled as the evening came on and the light faded from the sky, making it hard to make out the children playing in a nearby field. Jeffrey Reynolds serenaded tables with his violin. Joel Fitts recited some cowboy poetry. Table by table, participants made their way to the tables where food was being served. Later, the adults remained in the covered bridge, which had been strung with lights, watching or bidding for...
