Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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Over the past few days, Wahkiakum County has experienced what Sheriff John Mason has described as "record-breaking flooding." Last Friday, Dec. 5, the Wahkiakum County Department of Emergency Management posted a "heavy rain potential" warning for Monday, Dec. 8 - Wednesday, Dec. 10. The warning stated, "an atmospheric river will bring substantial rainfall to the Pacific Northwest next week" and "the heaviest rain is likely Monday through Wednesday." The projection was a 72-hour probability of...
To The Eagle, Wow...we just had Thanksgiving and, soon, it will be Christmas and the New Year. While watching the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade and cooking, I was so thankful that they didn't politicize it. Feeling thankful, with the endorphins from gratitude and thankfulness, I realized there was no stress, no anxiety, no feelings of sadness of not being with my family. I was happy. It made me think about our fast-paced existence and what gratitude does to our minds and bodies. Having feelings of gratitude and thankfulness improves our...
To The Eagle, I would like to thank the Cathlamet Market staff for keeping the market open during all our holidays this season. What a great addition to our community. Julie O’Neil Puget Island...
To The Eagle, The Cathlamet Public Library Wishes to thank Paul Kwitek. You recently built a wood book rack and mounted it to the wall for our Children’s Book Corner, offering easy access for children to these particular books. We appreciate you volunteering your time and skills to this wonderful addition in our library. Thank you, Paul! Cathlamet Public Library...
Cathlamet Library now has a free membership pass for you to enjoy at the Rice Museum of Rocks & Minerals. This museum houses a world-class collection recognized as the finest in the Pacific Northwest and one of the best in the nation. Nestled on 23 acres in a mid-century home and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, there's always something new to discover either inside the various galleries or outside on the grounds, all while learning about the original Rice family who founded t...
Cathlamet resident reported that an elderly person had knocked on her door and was lost. Deputies contacted the elderly person’s spouse and they were able to go home safely. 11:41 a.m. A Cathlamet resident reported that their vehicle was side-swiped at their residence. 12:43 p.m. A Cathlamet business owner reported that they believed they were being scammed by a vendor and wanted to speak with a deputy. 1:18 p.m. A driver on SR 4 called to complain about an erratic driver. December 2 3:22 a.m. A Grays River resident reported a suspicious v...
I recently interviewed Abigail Tsybikova for our 41st installment of Reader’s Fave, a casual interview with someone who shares their favorite book. Abigail is a resident of Skamokawa and works in Cathlamet. Abigail shared how she came down to two books to choose from, leaving the other book in her car, she chose to share about “The Bible,” where she uses the King James Version but usually reads it in the Russian language. “The Bible is my favorite because it’s the only book that I believe to be completely true,” said Abigail. “It’s full...
The library recently had 17 people drop in on a Wednesday night to visit, read alone, play some music, or work at the craft table. The overhead lights are turned-off during this time, which allows 10 table lamps to provide a warm and welcoming environment in which everyone can relax. There were home-made cookies and chocolates, along with other yummy holiday delights from various homes for folks to enjoy. A fort with pillows and a blanket was even made by one of the kids in the Children's...
Vacancy in Elected Office Wahkiakum County Commissioner, District No. 3 The position of Wahkiakum County Commissioner, District No. 3, will become vacant after December 31, 2025. In accordance with RCW 36.16.110, the remaining members of the Board of County Commissioners will appoint a qualified person to fill the vacancy and the appointee will serve until a successor is elected at the next general election. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and registered voters residing in Commissioner District No. 3, which includes Skamokawa and the western...
TOWN OF CATHLAMET, WA On the 17th day of November 2025, the Cathlamet Town Council adopted Ordinance No. 696-25. A summary of this Ordinance is as follows: “AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A STORM AND SURFACE WATER UTILITY AND SETTING STORMWATER UTILITY CHARGES . . .” WHEREAS, the Town has entered into a Utility Transfer Agreement with Wahkiakum PUD No. 1 which provides that the PUD shall not be responsible for the collection, treatment, conveyance, or management of stormwater flows; and it is in the interests of the Town to adopt a com...
TOWN OF CATHLAMET, WA On the 17th day of November 2025, the Cathlamet Town Council adopted Ordinance No. 695-25. A summary of this Ordinance is as follows: “AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING CHAPTER 2.80 OF THE CATHLAMET MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO VOLUNTEERS AND DONATIONS. . .” This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect five (5) days from its passage, approval and publication as provided by state law. The full text of this ordinance is available for reading at Town Hall, 25 Broadway Street Cathlamet, WA 98612, online at https:...
Thank you to the planners, decorators, who deemed it a crime to be lonely and bereft on Thanksgiving. You provided the perfect way to enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving dinner and celebrate the end of the fall season. The members of the Friendship group graciously welcomed each one of us even though we were a motley bunch. There was turkey, gravy, dressing, salads and ham, beans, green and brown, mashed potatoes, punch with lemon slices and candy. Plus cake, cookies, chips crackers, olives, and delicious pecan, apple and pumpkin pie. Wow-oh my!!...
Thanks so much to the crowd of people who helped make our 2nd annual Thanksgiving dinner happen! Monetary donations came from Phyllis Hake, Nancy Nelson, Darcy McBride and Marianne Burkholder; turkeys were donated by the Cathlamet Market, Jayney Roskamp and The Spar, who also donated a large pan of green bean casserole, and the use of electric roasters and a chafing dish. The Food Bank located on Elochman donated baked beans, and we had several other donations from the Cathlamet Senior Friendship Group members who brought food items for the eve...
To The Eagle, The Cathlmaet Public library wishes to thank the Tsuga Gallery, and president Dan Westlind, for your reaching out to the Library with suggesting our participation with the children’s gingerbread house kits and decoration activity. It was wonderful and children loved the kits and decorating! We look forward to any future opportunities of partnership with the Tsuga Gallery. Thank you! Cathlamet Public Library...
On Tuesday, December 2, 2025, the Cathlamet Post Office and the Washington District of the United States Postal Service presented awards to two Cathlamet letter carriers. Rural Carrier Shelly Klecker received a 20 Year Service award and a special all-weather coat embroidered with her name, position and office in recognition of outstanding safe driving performance. During her twenty-year career at the Cathlamet post office, Shelly's commitment to safety has been well documented. In 2008 she was...
I recently interviewed Isha Sarah Snow for our 40th installment of Reader's Fave, a casual interview with someone who shares their favorite book. Isha is a resident of Cathlamet, who recently graduated from Lower Columbia College and received the 2025 Community College President's Award, which is awarded to one student each year. She is now currently attending Washington State University at Vancouver. Isha shared how tough it was to pick one book, but she finally settled on "Chaos" by New York...
This Friday, Dec. 5, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Cathlamet Library will be hosting a youth open house event. All-you-can-eat pizza will be available at our center table, so youth are invited to enjoy as much as they can. We’ll order more. While visiting and enjoying your plate of pizza, go ahead and get your own free laminated library card. It only takes a few minutes. With your library card, you get additional benefits, such as the free Libby app. With this app, you can download ebooks and audio books any time. Your card also provides you w...
November 23 4:46 p.m. A Cathlamet resident called to request medical assistance for her boyfriend who had been choking but was now just coughing. The patient was transported to the hospital by Cowlitz Emergency Medical Services. 4:51 p.m. A driver struck a building in Skamokawa and was transported to the hospital. 4:55 p.m. The Grays River Ambulance transported an elderly Rosburg resident to the hospital for chest pain. 7:19 p.m. A Puget Island resident called to complain that dogs were barking on E Little Island. 8:01 p.m. A Naselle resident c...
The Mules had their sights set high this season, and their efforts returned the best campaign for a Wahkiakum football team in two decades. The semifinal run was the furthest a Mules team has gone since Head Coach Ryan Lorenzo's senior year in 2004, when he was a player. The Mules put up an 11-1 record this fall, a credit to their drive and consistency. Entering the semifinal against Liberty Christian, the Mules were unbeaten but came in as underdogs. The Patriots were the #2 team in the state,...
Cathlamet Mayor Elect Nicholas Sevald will soon take his seat, but he won't be the only young, new face taking such an office on the western side of Washington. Pacific County's Ilwaco recently had a mayoral election as well, and candidate Eddie Hillard defeated incumbent Mayor Mike Cassinelli by a staggering 53.5 percent margin. Cassinelli has been serving as Ilwaco's mayor since 2022 and, before that, served in the position from 2010 to 2017. Hillard, who is 24 years old, was born and raised...
Tsuga Gallery is sponsoring a food drive from Thanksgiving (Nov. 27) thru Monday, Dec. 22. Make a donation of a non-perishable food item and receive your pick of a handcrafted Christmas ornament decorated by one of our artists. Cash donations will also be accepted. Proceeds to benefit our local food bank. Tsuga Gallery is located at 70 Main Street in Cathlamet....
Phyllis Rae Boldt Sotka passed away on November 19, 2025 at the age of 91. Phyllis was a devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. She was born February 12, 1934 in Astoria, Oregon and lived in Pillar Rock much of her early childhood, at a time when everyone had to ride a boat to Astoria for groceries and other supplies. After the family home in Pillar Rock burned down she moved to Cathlamet to attend high school. She met Norman Sotka at a grange dance and they...
HELLO. Welcome, library members, readers, and Wahkiakum residents to our monthly update. GINGERBREAD HOUSES. Saturday, Nov. 29 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., bring your gingerbread houses to Pioneer Center (125 Columbia St.) for final decoration in celebration of the annual Tree Lighting and Lighted Parade event. Cookies, cocoa, and tea will be provided. YOUTH OPEN HOUSE. Friday, Dec. 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. is our Library House Warming for Youth event. Pizza by the slice will be available for all...
Members of the Cathlamet Woman's Club gathered on Nov. 19 during senior lunch at Rosburg Hall to announce their 2025 Citizen of the Year. Woman's Club President Pearl Blackburn had the privilege of presenting the honor to Westend resident Mark Letham. Mark was recognized for his years of community service and for his volunteer spirit. His commitment to Wahkiakum County Fire District 3 is notable. For fourteen years, he has responded during some of the most challenging moments families face, answ...
