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Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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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...
To The Eagle: I attended my first Wahkiakum High School football game this past week. The effort by the Wahkiakum players was really something to see and admire. It was apparent how much work and dedication the players and coaches put into the football program. The cheerleaders do a number of difficult routines all game long in nearly flawless unison. I am sure they must practice and work hard and long to accomplish that. The student (Micca Cothren) who sang the National Anthem was amazing. The large number of family, friends and fans of these...
To the Editor: Cathlamet’s Town Council made the right decision when it opted to begin the process of replacing the intake at the water plant. Nonetheless, I fear this might not dissuade the Department of Health from limiting the number of new connections. The DOH is pushing not just for system improvements, but for the town and the PUD to resolve their longstanding contract dispute. That will happen in one of two ways: the PUD will agree to a deal that adequately compensates the town for its water, or opt instead to build its own water plant t...
I am excited to announce that I will be offering a community disaster preparedness class on October 20 at Johnson Park in Rosburg from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and one on October 27 from 6:30-8:30 p.m., located at the River Street Meeting room in Cathlamet. To reserve your seat call Beau at 795-3242 or 465-2202 renfrob@co.wahkiakum.wa.us. This is the fourth part of my disaster preparedness series and this week I am going to discuss how you can “GET INVOLVED.” In the face of emergencies and disaster, Americans come together with courage, compassi...
THURSDAY Cathlamet Fire Department, 7 p.m. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Rosburg Hall, Noon. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Congregational Church, Noon. Puget Island Fire Department, drill night, 7 p.m. Port District No. 1, 500 2nd St., 5 p.m. District No. 4 Fire Department, 7 p.m. Grays River Fire District, No. 3 Commissioners, 7:30 p.m. Grays River Fire Department, fire training, 7 p.m. Skamokawa Fire Department, 7 p.m. Wahkiakum County Real Property Rights Advisory Board, Courthouse, 6 p.m. Eastside Play & Learn Group, St. James Family Center, 1:30-3...
Wahkiakum County law enforcement officers and emergency response personnel handled a variety of reports during the past week, including: September 28 — 9:49 a.m. The Cathlamet ambulance aided a Puget Island woman complaining of hip and leg pain. 3:09 p.m. An employee at a Cathlamet business called to follow up after a recent report of illegal dumping on their property. The individual was informed that it was a civil matter. 4:56 p.m. A Rosedale resident complained that an individual had parked a camper and started a construction site on his p...
On Friday, October 9, Open Mic 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 10, Joyce Orr and Rob Stockhouse will perform at River Mile 38 Brewing Co. on the Crow's Nest Stage, 285 Third St., Cathlamet. For more information call 360-355-4662....
