Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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Last Thursday, The Wahkiakum County Eagle was sold by the Nelson family to Longview businessman Brian Fleming. Jacob Nelson, whose father, Rick, and grandfather, Bob had been the previous owners of the newspaper, has served as publisher for The Eagle since Rick's passing in 2023. Rick's widow, MaryAnn Nelson, along with children Jacob and Jamie, have served as the paper's owners. "For Rick's father (Bob) and for Rick, the newspaper was one way that they served the community," said MaryAnn....
NOTICE OF ELECTION AND OPEN PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that on Tuesday, the 10th day of February 2026, a February Special Election will be conducted entirely by mail in all of Wahkiakum County. VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINES: Pursuant to RCW 29A.08.140, the registration deadline for all precincts within the district voting in the Primary Election will be as follows: Last day to receive new registrations online or by mail: February 2, 2026 Last day to receive updates to existing registrations online or by mail: February 2, 2026...
NOTICE TO GRAVEL, ROCK AND CRUSHED AGGREGATE SUPPLIERS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed quotes will be received by the Wahkiakum County Public Works Department in the County Courthouse at 68 Main Street Suite 2, P.O. Box 97, Cathlamet, Washington 98612 until the hour of 9:45 A.M. on January 27, 2026. Sealed quotes will then be opened and publicly read in the chambers of the Board of County Commissioners for supplying Wahkiakum County with pit-run rock, rip-rap rock and crushed rock for bank protection, road construction and maintenance...
NOTICE TO ASPHALT PRODUCT SUPPLIERS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed quotes will be accepted by the Wahkiakum County Public Works Department, in the County Courthouse at 68 Main Street Suite 2, P.O. Box 97, Cathlamet, WA 98612 until the hour of 9:45 A.M. on January 27, 2026 and then publicly opened and read, for the purchase of Commercial Grade hot mix asphalt and EZ Street Bags. Quotes must be submitted on the forms provided and will be opened and read in the chambers of the Board of County Commissioners. Please mark envelopes "2026 ASPHALT...
To The Eagle, I am writing this letter in support of the upcoming Levy for the Wahkiakum School District. This Levy is not a new revenue source but a Replacement Levy which this community has supported for many years. Your taxes will not increase by passing this Levy. Instead, this four-year tax cycle will actually see your Levy taxes reduced significantly. The estimated tax rate from 2022 was $1.78 per thousand. This year’s estimated renewal tax rate for this cycle will be reduced to $1.27 per thousand. They are contingent on the amount of t...
Hansel Everett York Jr., 78, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025 at his home in Cathlamet WA. He was born on March 26,1947 in Munich Germany to Hansel and Margaret (Sheeran) York. Hansel was in the US Marine Corps Reserve and later graduated from the University of Washington. In 1980 he and his wife, Katherine, moved to Cathlamet. He worked for the Wahington State Liquor Control Board and Wahkiakum Mental Health until Graduating from the police academy in 1989. He worked as a law enforcem...
St. James Episcopal Church will have a memorial service in honor of Hannah Booth, on Sunday Jan. 25 at 1 p.m. at the church, 1134 Columbia St. Cathlamet. All are welcome to attend and share memories and gratitude for this beloved member of our community....
During Tuesday’s meeting of the Wahkiakum County Commissioners, the commissioners approved the re-appointment of Lore Twiet to the Noxious Weed Control Board. Twiet’s term recently expired, and the commissioners approved a new four-year term that will expire Dec. 31, 2029. The commissioners then noted there still is a vacancy in Weed District No. 1 / Deep River. More re-appointments followed, as it was noted the Johnson Park Advisory Board had two board members - Denise Blanchard and Jamie Samms - whose terms have expired. The com...
Each year, Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States selects an emergency medical technician, a law enforcement officer, a firefighter, and 911 dispatcher/telecommunicator to receive public servant awards. Local VFW posts submit a winner from each category to their State VFW department headquarters. The department then selects a single winner for each of the four awards and submits those to VFW National Headquarters. The VFW National Emergency Medical Technician Public Servant Award applies...
January 12 1:42 p.m. The Grays River Ambulance transported a Rosburg resident to the hospital for flu-like symptoms. 2:14 p.m. A concerned citizen called to report a vehicle with no handicap sign was parked in the handicap parking spot on Main Street. 4:27 p.m. A Puget Island resident called to report a burglary at their home while they were away. 9:21 p.m. A Cathlamet resident called for an ambulance to transport them to the hospital after becoming heavily intoxicated and dizzy. 11:23 p.m. Deputies arrested one person after a physical...
With the help of Town Attorney Fred Johnson, Mayor Nicholas Sevald took the Oath of Office Friday, Jan. 16, inside Town Hall. Sevald's speech included expressions of appreciation for his family "for their love and support throughout the campaign" and "for allowing his continued test of that love and support" while he fulfills his duties of office. "Wayn, Theo, Lyla, and Davers, you are the reason I do anything at all," said Sevald. "I am so proud of each of you and am excited to see you grow...
The KM Trophy was back up for grabs for the Comets and Mules on Tuesday, Jan. 13 and Wednesday, Jan. 14. Afterwards, both schools will have something to celebrate. Wahkiakum's boys varsity team managed a 29-point victory against the Comets, while Naselle's girls won their rivalry matchup by 21. Rivalry games always have some nerves, and this season's KM Trophy games were no different. Both games were tight in the first quarter, as both squads needed to feel each other out. Comets come out on...
NOTICE TO GRAVEL, ROCK AND CRUSHED AGGREGATE SUPPLIERS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed quotes will be received by the Wahkiakum County Public Works Department in the County Courthouse at 68 Main Street Suite 2, P.O. Box 97, Cathlamet, Washington 98612 until the hour of 9:45 A.M. on January 27, 2026. Sealed quotes will then be opened and publicly read in the chambers of the Board of County Commissioners for supplying Wahkiakum County with pit-run rock, rip-rap rock and crushed rock for bank protection, road construction and maintenance...
Noxious Weed Control Coordinator Wahkiakum County Immediate opening until filled, Position is 89.5 hours a month. Applicants should have an agricultural background with knowledge of technical activities relating to weed control. Duties include coordinating the noxious weed control program, administration of the cost share program, good math skills, good people skills, and communication skills. The Position is a combination of managerial and hands on fieldwork. Applicants must possess a current valid Washington driver's license within 60 days...
PUBLIC NOTICE SPECIAL MEETING Wahkiakum County Noxious Weed Control Board NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special Meeting of the Wahkiakum County Noxious Weed Control Board will be held commencing at Noon, Wednesday, January 21, 2026. Said Special Meeting shall take place in the River Street Meeting Room, located at 25 River Street in Cathlamet, Washington. The Agenda for said Special Meeting is as follows: Interview Candidates for Wahkiakum County Noxious Weed Manager position Discussion and possible action for the manager position DATED this...
NOTICE TO ASPHALT PRODUCT SUPPLIERS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed quotes will be accepted by the Wahkiakum County Public Works Department, in the County Courthouse at 68 Main Street Suite 2, P.O. Box 97, Cathlamet, WA 98612 until the hour of 9:45 A.M. on January 27, 2026 and then publicly opened and read, for the purchase of Commercial Grade hot mix asphalt and EZ Street Bags. Quotes must be submitted on the forms provided and will be opened and read in the chambers of the Board of County Commissioners. Please mark envelopes "2026 ASPHALT...
WAHKIAKUM COUNTY, WASHINGTON NOTICE OF EXISTENCE OF SMALL WORKS ROSTER AND SOLICITATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR INCLUSION ON SUCH ROSTER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the County of Wahkiakum maintains a General Small Works Roster pursuant to the provisions of Section 39.04.155 of the Revised Code of Washington. The General Small Works Roster may be used to secure price quotations and to award contracts for the construction of public works projects less than $350,000.00 in value. Contractors who desire to have their names placed or maintained on the...
NOTICE TO ASPHALT PRODUCT SUPPLIERS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed quotes will be accepted by the Wahkiakum County Public Works Department, in the County Courthouse at 68 Main Street Suite 2, P.O. Box 97, Cathlamet, WA 98612 until the hour of 9:45 A.M. on January 27, 2026 and then publicly opened and read, for the purchase of Commercial Grade hot mix asphalt and EZ Street Bags. Quotes must be submitted on the forms provided and will be opened and read in the chambers of the Board of County Commissioners. Please mark envelopes "2026 ASPHALT...
NOTICE TO GRAVEL, ROCK AND CRUSHED AGGREGATE SUPPLIERS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed quotes will be received by the Wahkiakum County Public Works Department in the County Courthouse at 68 Main Street Suite 2, P.O. Box 97, Cathlamet, Washington 98612 until the hour of 9:45 A.M. on January 27, 2026. Sealed quotes will then be opened and publicly read in the chambers of the Board of County Commissioners for supplying Wahkiakum County with pit-run rock, rip-rap rock and crushed rock for bank protection, road construction and maintenance...
PUBLIC NOTICE SPECIAL MEETING Wahkiakum County Noxious Weed Control Board NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special Meeting of the Wahkiakum County Noxious Weed Control Board will be held commencing at Noon, Wednesday, January 21, 2026. Said Special Meeting shall take place in the River Street Meeting Room, located at 25 River Street in Cathlamet, Washington. The Agenda for said Special Meeting is as follows: Interview Candidates for Wahkiakum County Noxious Weed Manager position Discussion and possible action for the manager position DATED this...
Cathlamet Public Library will be hosting The Astoria Writers Guild Open Poetry Night at the Pioneer Center (125 Columbia St.) Thursday, Jan. 22, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. This event should be a wonderful evening of hearing from poets and storytellers, along with the reading of various song lyrics. Have a poem, story, or song you wish to share? Come one, come all and experience a relaxed time of sharing, listening, and finding community with others. Refreshments to follow the event downstairs in the lower room of the Pioneer Cen...
Mieke (Eykel) Beitschat, age 85, of Puget Island, Cathlamet, passed away peacefully in her home on January 8, 2026. Her passing marked the close of a long, vibrant, and deeply rooted life defined by love, adventure, and community. Born on April 1, 1940, in Leeuwarden, Netherlands, Mieke was the youngest of ten children born to Pieter Beitschat and Antje Keuning. Her childhood was filled with the simple joys of Dutch winters-especially ice skating-and as a teenager she sang in a jazz band,...
Betty JoAnn Doumit, 93, of Cathlamet passed away on Jan. 2, 2026, at Hospice in Longview. She was born in Brainerd, Minn., to John and Elizabeth (McIntosh) Wilmar on Sept. 23, 1932. She graduated from Bremerton High School in 1950. She married and had three children who survive her. JoAnn worked as a bookkeeper in the real estate business. In 1984, she married Tom Doumit, a lifelong Cathlamet resident. They lived in Rosburg for several years and later moved to split their time between Cathlamet and Westport, Wash. After a move to Port Orchard,...
It was Dec. 3, and I was knee-deep in a tidal marsh, minding my own business (like I typically do). My phone rang, and it was my younger brother from Texas. "M.D., dad's been diagnosed with lung cancer," he said. Beyond my silent pause, the hummingbirds sipping from the yellow willow buds overhead were quickly forgotten. So, too, was the kingfisher sitting in the fir snag across the way. Geese flew in the distance as the silence continued. Given the latest, I was unsure as to my next move and wa...
Wahkiakum Public Utility District (PUD) has officially completed the consolidation of water and wastewater services with the Town of Cathlamet and has assumed full ownership and operational responsibility of the Town’s water and wastewater systems, effective Jan. 2, 2026. The consolidation marks the culmination of a collaborative effort between Wahkiakum PUD and the Town of Cathlamet to ensure the long-term reliability, regulatory compliance, and financial sustainability of essential utility services for the community. “With this tra...
