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Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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SO-SO--The big Memorial weekend has come to an end and while it wasn't a total bust for weather, it could have been better. While some were enjoying sunshine on Saturday, most of us here in Skamokawa were stuck in sea fog and windy conditions, which meant it was a bit nippy, especially for those on the beach. On Sunday things were a little warmer but still mostly cloudy, while Monday morning saw us with wet roads at first, but then it dried out enough to mow the lawn. Last week we had an unusual day with quite a bit of thunder, and it really...
James C. Durrah, 87, of Cathlamet, died May 27, 2012 at Community Hospice in Longview with his loving wife Adeline by his side. Jimmy was born to Elmer and Nellie (Larson) Durrah on January 2, 1925 in Astoria. He lived his entire life in Wahkiakum County, graduating from Naselle High School in 1943. Jimmy owned logging companies for most of his adult life, the first one being Durrah-McCormick Logging and later Durrah-Martin Logging . Both were owned with his brother George Durrah who preceded him in death in 2006. He retired in the mid 1990s an...
The 2012 Derby Dollars for Scholars barbecue and sturgeon derby will be held June 2. Now in its 12th year, the event raises funds for scholarship programs for students in the Wahkiakum and Naselle Grays River Valley School District. The event also coincides with the 7th Annual Rods and Reels car show. This event brings hundreds of classic and unique vehicles to Skamokawa; both events are held at the Wahkiakum County Fairgrounds and Fairgrounds Park. The car show is open to "all unique vehicles" and has a $25 entry fee. The sturgeon derby is...
Wahkiakum and Naselle/Grays River Valley high schools will soon hold their graduation ceremonies for the seniors of 2012. Wahkiakum's commencement ceremony will be June 8, 7 p.m., a half hour earlier than the traditional time, in the high school gymnasium. Valedictorian is Ashley Silva, and salutatorian is James Turner. Naselle/Grays River will hold its graduation ceremony June 9 at 4 p.m. in the school's Lyle Patterson Gymnasium. Valedictorian is Alana Darcher. Next week's Eagle will carry photos of the graduating seniors....
To The Eagle: Tuesday evening, May 8, I attended a very informative meeting regarding the proposed replacement Bond Levy for the Naselle-Grays River Valley School District. This meeting was for a community conversation with BLRB Architects. The most disappointing thing about the meeting was there were only six community people in attendance. The rest were teachers, administrators, board members and representatives from the architect firm. There will be another meeting June 5 at 7 p.m. in the school cafeteria. I urge everyone to attend. The...
Is anyone else being swarmed with hummingbirds? I have never seen so many at the same time. My feeders have to be refilled daily and sometimes there are two birds eating at the same time on each of the little flowers for a total of six birds on each feeder. They are amazing little creatures. My cats are just about crazy looking at them through the window, especially when a bird will hover on the other side of the glass where the cat’s staring. News from Naselle: Less than two weeks left in the 2012 school year, with several important events com...
Track and field athletes from Naselle and Wahkiakum High Schools won district meet championships last Friday at Raymond. Naselle Comet Rob Baker won two; he claimed the long jump title with a mark of 20'4" and the 110m hurdle race in 15.61. Team mate Chandler Chapman cleared 6'2" to win the high jump title. For the Wahkiakum Mules, Blaine Land won the discus, 110-5, and the shot put, 37-0. Brett Chaput won the boys discus, 150', and placed fourth in the javelin142-6. They'll all head to Cheney for the state Class 2B meet Friday and Saturday....
Rain, rain, rain is back again with a vengeance. Just as we get used to the sun and dry weather, we are brought back to reality. The plain facts of living in this beautiful part of the northwest. At least it isn’t cold and the gardens that have been planted will benefit. News from Naselle: The Naselle Comet track team will head to Cheny to compete in the state track meet on May 25 and 26. Good luck team! In honor of Memorial Day the students from the Naselle-Grays River Valley School District will have May 28 off. Classes will resume on May 2...
Donald W. “Don” Strong Sr., 87, died at his home in Sherwood, Ore. on May 16, 2012. Born in Groveland, Calif. on June 20, 1924, he was the son of Delbert and Helen Strong. He graduated from Quincy High School. Following graduation from high school Don worked on the railroad repairing boilers. In February 1943 he joined the US Army, serving until honorably discharged in 1945. His military duty complete, he began civilian life driving log truck, then freight trucks. In late 1945 he bought an old Army truck and built a lumber truck out of it. He...
Every parent knows that choosing a baby name can be a daunting and difficult task. Couples peruse the internet and baby name books; they take suggestions from family and friends and create lists which they systematically eliminate names from until only one remains. “Picking out a name is very difficult" says Casey Barber Johnson of Naselle. Johnson anticipates the birth of her fourth son very soon. "As we are thinking of names we play rhyming games to see what words rhyme (therefore how he could get made fun of). We also are trying to pick a s...
Pacific League Subdistrict Meet May 11 at Naselle Boys teams: Raymond 121, NW Christian 106, Willapa Valley 96, Ocosta 90, North Beach 89, South Bend 83, Naselle 67. Naselle boys: 200m--4. Chandler Chapman, 25.07. 1600m--5. Cramer Smith 4:46.1. 3200m--5. Smith 10:51.8. 110m hurdles--1. Rob Baker 15.47. 4x100m relay--5. Dustin Eaton, Baker, Chapman, Tony Lopez 46.83. High jump--1. Chapman 6-2; 2. Baker 5-10. Pole vault--4. Kyler Wulf 9'. Long jump--1. Baker 20-2.5. Girls teams: NW Christian 183, South Bend 118, Raymond 101, Willapa Valley 93,...
GORGEOUS--I hope all of you have been slathering on the sunscreen as we've really had a wonderful stretch of sunshine lately! Having this dry, warm weather means we often stay in the sun a little too long, so whether you are working or playing in it, I hope you're keeping safe, and taking precautions for yourself and children. Hats, umbrellas, sun screen and shade are great ways to ward off the bad part while still enjoying the wonderful sunshine and soaking up some great Vitamin D. As we all know, this wonderful weather can't last forever,...
Bonnie L. Anderson, 63, of Grays River, died on May 11, 2012, in Grays River. She was born on January 5, 1949 in Molhar, Ore. in Tillamook County the daughter of Monte and June Dow Whyde. She was raised in Zanesville, Ohio and later became a cosmetologist in the early 1980s. She came to this area from Zanesville, Ohio in 1963. She was married to Dan Anderson on May 26, 1967 in Naselle. Mrs. Anderson was employed for Kelly Services at the fish hatcheries for 30 years and then for 18 years for Wahkiakum County at the KM transfer station as the...
What a gorgeous week weather-wise. I’m sure we could all get used to this. Gardens are being planted, lawns mowed, and some of the farmers are even making hay. Hopefully it will continue for a few more days at least. News from Naselle: Naselle sports for this week includes Thursday- District track meet at Raymond at 4 p.m. Go Comets! Naselle Elementary has been raising money for children at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital by participating in a yearly Math-a-thon for about 15 years. Throughout the years, Naselle has raised a total of $22...
SW Washington Classic May 4, Woodland Wahkiakum Mule senior Brett Chaput placed first in the discus and set a new Wahkiakum High School record. He threw the disc 163'8". The mark surpassed a 35-year old record of 163'7" set by Ed Cochran. It is also the longest mark among Washington's Class 2B athletes. May 3 at Raymond Boys teams: Ocosta 116, Morton/White Pass 113, Naselle 109, Raymond 107, Napavine 88, North Beach 49, Taholah 40, Wishkah Valley 25. Naselle boys: 100m--6. Dustin Eaton N 12.54. 200m--2. Chandler Chapman 24.98; 5. Eaton 25.88....
GORGEOUS--Well, as this week began, there was nothing but blue sky all day long with perfect temperatures for working in the yard or just sitting outside and taking it all in. So nice! Of course, if you happened to have been downwind from any big trees, you would have had the unfortunate timing of a pollen bath, as it was coming off the trees in virtual waves. Sort of neat to witness, but if you're allergy prone, it was time to run and hide in the house! Did you see the "super moon" Saturday night? I only saw it briefly as it slipped between a...
Entry deadlines are approaching for the 2012 Derby Dollars for Scholars barbecue and sturgeon derby to be held June 2. Now in its 12th year, the event raises funds for scholarship programs for students in the Wahkiakum and Naselle Grays River Valley School District. The event also coincides with 7th Annual Rods and Reels car show. This event brings hundreds of classic and unique vehicles to Skamokawa; both events are held at the Wahkiakum County Fairgrounds and Fairgrounds Park. The car show is open to "all unique vehicles" and has a $25 entry...
April 28: Wahkiakum High at Swanson Invitational/Castle Rock Wahkiakum girls: 3200m--4. Ashley Silva 13:55.4. 100m hurdles--4. Shelbie Abbot 19.87. 300m hurdles--4. Abbot 58.21. 4x100m relay--4. Andi Sos, Silva, Abbot, Gabby Mann 61.27. Shot put--1. Blaine Land 34'. Discus--1. Land 111-8. Javelin--3. Land 95-6. Wahkiakum boys--100m--3. Nathan Cothren 11.94. 200m--3. N. Cothren 24.82. 400m--4. Collan Riley 57.44. 1600m--4. Collan Riley 5:08.24. 3200m--4. Adam Vasion 12:21.78. 300m hurdles--3. Lars Blix 46.11. 4x100m--3. Blix, Connar Riley, Mark...
SO-SO--Last weekend promised to bring some sunshine to our area but after a brief amount on Saturday morning, the clouds took over and it was rather gloomy all day. However, it was dry, so that was something. Sunday saw some brief sun breaks but by nightfall and Monday morning, it was nothing but rain, so if things clear up by the end of the week, I'm sure everyone will be happy. SPECIAL DAYS--Those celebrating birthdays from May 3-9 are Rosie Hicks, Maria Snow, Connor Emlen-Petterson, Tami Bosch, Lori Parke, Stephanie Moonen, Stan Thacker,...
Our loving wife and mother Donna Irene Gatens Klint went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at her home in Deep River, as the result of cancer. She was 72 years old. Donna was born November 21, 1939 in Nemah, the daughter of Lucy “Nettie” Slater and James Francis “Frank” Gatens. The doctor had to come by boat out to Twin Point on the Willapa Bay for her delivery. Donna was raised with four brothers and as a child loved rowing out on the Bay against the tide. She attended elementary school in Naselle and graduated from Naselle...
Runners gear up for 28th Great White Tail Run The 28th annual Great White Tail Run takes place on May 19 on the Julia Butler Hansen National Wildlife Refuge in Skamokawa at 10 a.m. The courses are 10k, 5k and 2 miles in length, with award recognition for overall female and male winners in each event. There will be ribbons for the top three finishers in each age division. Packet pickup and day of registration starts at 8:30 a.m. at the Skamokawa Vista Park. Registration fees are $10 without shirt (pre run), $20 with shirt (pre run) and $12...
News from Naselle: Sports calendar for the Naselle Comets this week include today (Thursday)-high school track at Raymond at 3 p.m.; Monday-middle school track at South Bend at 3:30 p.m. Go Comets! It’s that time of year for signing up your kindergarten students. The Kindergarten Roundup will take place at Naselle on May 8 at 1 p.m. Your last chance to see the “Alice in Wonderland” production by the Naselle Drama Club is this weekend. I have heard rave revues from many of the attendees who saw it last weekend. You can enjoy one of two remaining...
April 17: Wahkiakum High at Napavine Girls teams: Napavine 198, Adna 172, Pe Ell 143, Wahkiakum 49, Vancouver Christian 11 Wahkiakum girls: 1600m--3. Ashley Silva 7:06.39. 3200m--2. Silva 14:43.82. 100m--5. Shelbie Abbot 20.57. 300m hurdles--6. Abbot 1:01.44. 4x100m relay--4. Silva, Gabby Mann, Andi Sos, Abbot 1:02.75. Shot put--2. Blain Land 31-7.5. Discus--1. Land 103-3. Javelin--6. Abbot 73-6. Boys teams: Wahkiakum 148, Napavine 126, Adna 111, Pe Ell 94.5, Vancouver Christian 61.5 Wahkiakum boys--100m--4. John Chambers 12.83; 5. Mark...
MONTH'S END--This month is about to end; how is that possible? It seems it just started! I can't tell you how alarmed I am by the seemingly furious pace as to which the days are flying by. It won't be long and the kids will be out of school and summer will be in full swing! SPECIAL DAYS--Those celebrating birthdays from April 26-May 2 are Debbie McClain, Kelly McClain, Shannon McClain, Connie Luthi, Ricky Montgomery, Sweet Pea Snow, Robert Meyer, Anita Hoven, Wolfgang Hoven, Carol Danker, Jennifer Emery, Wally Wright, Stan Woody Jr., Marcia...
Naselle Invitational April 12 Girls teams: Raymond 107, Pe Ell 104, South Bend 100, Willapa Valley 92, Ilwaco 61, North Beach 55, Morton/White Pass 54, Wahkiakum 35, Naselle 22, Mary Knight 20, Knappa 14, Wishkah 3 Wahkiakum and Naselle girls: 400m--7. Audrey Young W 1:15.2. 800m--6. Katie Green N 2:50.0. 1600m--2. Green N 6:05.78; 7. Ashley Silva W 7:08.38. 3200m--1. Green N 13:02.86; 3. Silva W 15:47.1. 300m hurdles--6. Shelbie Abbot W 59.4. 4x200m relay--3. Mules (Silva, Gabby Mann, Abbott, Young) 2:10.47. Discus--1. Blaine Land W 99-5. Jave...
