Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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During the Tuesday, Feb. 3 meeting of the Wahkiakum County Commissioners, Wahkiakum County resident Jon Thompson presented a letter to the commissioners regarding the Grays River Flood Control District (GRFCD) board and “its relationship to the county and the Board of County Commissioners.” Thompson’s letter states the GRFCD board has made “repeated attempts to assume authority granted to Wahkiakum County and the Board of County Commissioners.” Regarding this “assumption of authority,” Thompson’s letter asks the County Board of Commissioners t...
With data centers expected to become the largest source of electricity demand in the Pacific Northwest, Washington legislators are pressing ahead with a bill aimed at protecting the grid and offsetting potential hikes for utility ratepayers. House Bill 2515 passed out of the Appropriations Committee on Monday afternoon, with two Democrats and all of the Republicans on the panel opposed. Reps. April Berg, D-Mill Creek, and Larry Springer, D-Kirkland, cast the two Democratic “no” votes. The bill next awaits a floor vote in the House and still nee...
During their meeting Tuesday, Feb. 17, the Wahkiakum County Commissioners unanimously approved a Museum Service Agreement between Wahkiakum County and Wahkiakum Historical Society in the amount of $2,000 for funding for 2026. The Wahkiakum County Historical Society is recognized as “a licensed nonprofit corporation under the laws of the State of Washington,” and the contract is meant to “provide a museum for the general health and benefit of the residents of Wahkiakum County, which has been declared a county purpose by the Washington State...
Because the dates line up, The Eagle has decided to reprint events from 1976. Thank you to volunteer Julie O’Neil and volunteer curator, genealogist, and board member Kari Kandoll. Celebrate Birthday Mr. and Mrs. Howard Hosley and son of Longview spent Sunday at the home of Mrs. Vera Hosley. They celebrated Howard’s birthday. From Oregon Mr. and Mrs. Phil Pedersen of Albany, Ore., were weekend houseguests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Verne Dodge. Daughter Visit Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Davis of Bothell visited for the weekend at the home of her parent...
I first met Ray Prestegard in 2016. I was outside of the Rosburg store and Ray was driving by. He stopped his car and introduced himself, then told me about watching a recent TV performance I did. The Skamokawa Grange was reorganizing at the time, and I urged Ray to attend an upcoming meeting. We chatted a little more and the encounter was over. Ray showed up at the meeting. There was some social time after. I had brought my accordion and Erik Friend happened to bring a mandolin. Erik showed me...
I recently interviewed Eden Valley resident Barbara Rasmussen for our 51st installment of Reader's Fave, a casual interview with someone who shares their favorite book. Opening our conversation, Barbara said, "I'm always surprised that others can have just one favorite book. Not me. For example, for the last five to 10 years, I've been reading non-fiction. I retired in 2012, and we travelled for six years in a RV. Wherever we went, I wanted to learn about the local history, fauna, geology, just...
World Ballet Company proudly announces the 2025–2026 national tour of "Cinderella," an irresistibly fun (and funny) take on one of the world's most beloved fairytales. With performances scheduled in more than 130 cities across the U.S., this enchanting production will bring a Broadway-style ballet experience to audiences of all ages. The production will make its way to Longview's Columbia Theatre (1231 Vandercook Way) on Wednesday, Feb. 25, at 7 p.m. At once timeless and delightfully u...
On Saturday, Feb. 21, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Longview Public Library (1600 Louisiana Street) will be holding its annual, community-led “Longcon,” a mini convention “that transforms the library into a hub of creativity, fun, and fandom.” This free, family-friendly celebration brings together comics, gaming, sci-fi, cosplay, anime, fantasy, and every fandom in between. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just curious, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. There will be vendors and artist booths, panel discussions, hands-on workshops,...
The West End Food Pantry's Valentine's Day fundraising dinner was an enormous success. With minimal promotion, organizers Diane Hollenbeck and Shonda Ware were pleasantly surprised when 96 people filled Rosburg Hall for an evening centered around good food and a good cause. Guests enjoyed a hearty meal of tender prime rib, tasty green beans, twice-baked potatoes, a full salad bar, and strawberry shortcake topped with whipped cream. Tables were dressed in red and white tablecloths and set with...
Hello from your Sheriff! So far 2026 has had a busy start and our local first responders have done a great job tending to the needs of the community. Many of our first responders are volunteers within the Fire Department Districts and Search and Rescue. Our local volunteers graciously sacrifice their time in response to those in need and to maintain certifications through many hours of regular training. I send a big thank you to all our brave volunteers! I urge anyone who is interested in being a firefighter, EMT or Search and Rescue member to...
This list is a update of last week’s list. John. C Thomas Middle school has announced the grade point averages recently earned by grades 6-8. The following students earned at 4.0 GPA: 8th grade: Alyssa McKay-Beach, Ava Mendez. 7th grade:Aspen Cothren, Jeremiah Garrett, Emily Sutton. 6th grade: Jarrett Aegerter, Axton Mendez, Naveah Mendez Students earning 3.2-3.9 GPA: 8th grade: Carter Carvalho, Autumn Cochran, Jace Gibson, Leah Gonzales, Max Ohrberg, Theodore Sevald. 7th grade: Ryan Alder, Eve Broten, Mieke Bubel, Dylan Cothren, Keely C...
I'm in Ohio again, and have been since Feb. 9. Pop had his second chemo/immuno treatment on Tuesday, Feb. 10. I've got to say he's doing amazingly well. He's eating like the proverbial horse, which is unusual for him. He's staying hydrated; again, unusual. These are two things he didn't do on "round one," and we think it might make a difference. Still, I'm just your average writer with a first name that gives one the impression I have a doctorate in something, which I don't. I do greatly...
On Sunday, Feb. 22 at 2 p.m., Little Island Creamery (448 E Little Island Rd.) will be hosting a free screening of the 30-minute documentary “Guardians of the Waters.” Created by Amiran White, the 2025 documentary discusses the Chinook Indian Nation’s partnership with the Necanicum Watershed Council to protect and restore the Necanicum Watershed. The watershed is part of Chinook ancestral homeland on Oregon’s North Coast. The film follows this collaboration, as it brings together Indigenous knowledge and modern conservation to care for land an...
The Columbia County Authors Alliance is pleased to announce an open call for submissions to a special community anthology commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States. This anthology will capture the voices, experiences, and perspectives of Columbia County residents during this historic moment in time. Contributors are invited to share their reflections, memories, or observations about our community and county through short stories, poetry, personal essays and memoir pieces. Submissions may be historical, contemporary, or forward...
On Sunday, March 8, Clatskanie's Birkenfeld Theater (75 S. Nehalem St.) will host local acoustic performers Brownsmead Flats at 3 p.m. Come out and watch the group play traditional and original songs in that famous Crabgrass tradition (bluegrass with a maritime flavor). The musicians that make up Brownsmead Flats began playing together in the late 1970s. In addition to performing guitars, bass, mandos, banjos, harmonicas, the hammered dulcimer, and even "occasional flashes of fancy foot work"...
The FFA (Future Farmers of America) chapter has a busy and exciting month ahead, with events open to both current members and students interested in learning more about agriculture. The chapter will host a high-school lunchtime meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 24. The meeting is open to all high-school students who want to learn about agriculture or simply enjoy fun games with the FFA officer team. FFA Week will run from Monday, Feb. 23, through Friday, Feb. 27, giving students the chance to show their...
Brandon Criss, the new owner of Rainier Grocery Outlet, is no stranger to the ins and outs of operating a Grocery Outlet franchise. His education started in 2018 working with his parents who took ownership of a Springfield, Ore., store. In 2019, the family expanded to a second store in Myrtle Creek, Ore., and Criss worked there full time, starting as a floor worker and, eventually, becoming store manager. In July 2025, he went into Grocery Outlet's Aspiring Operators Training Program with the...
Posh Resale opened in Rainier mid-2025, bringing quality merchandise and brand names at deeply discounted prices. The inventory includes lightly used or new-with-tag clothing at deeply discounted prices from well-known brands to high-end designers for both men and women. According to store Manager Britannia Jones, sales have been steady. Also, a recent opportunity to expand into the neighboring storefront - formerly Sabor Mixto - has allowed the store to double in size and increase inventory...
The Rainier OHSET (Oregon High School Equestrian Teams) recently finished its first meet. Taking place Thursday, Feb. 5, through Sunday, Feb. 8, the meet saw both student and equine athletes competing in many events. Friday, Feb. 6, saw "working pairs" (team/pair) events like dressage, trail, western horsemanship, english horsemanship, and more. Saturday, Feb. 7, featured speed events like barrels, pole bending, key hole, figure eight, and versatility. Saturday also featured a grand entry where...
During their meeting Tuesday, Feb. 10, the Wahkiakum County commissioners approved a VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) project with More Power in the amount of $16,655.10. According to Tuesday’s agenda, the project is broken up into four milestones that are to be paid out of the Electronic Cumulative reserve fund. The four amounts are $2,102.10 and three separate installments of $4,851.00. Emergency Management Coordinator Austin Smith then presented before the commissioners a request to approve the $7,500 quote submitted by Incident M...
Eager crab and oyster eaters packed the barn at Columbia River Ranch Retreats on Saturday, Feb. 7, for the 40th Annual Wahkiakum Chamber of Commerce "Crabby in Cathlamet" Crab and Oyster Feed. Along with being a significant fundraiser for Bald Eagle Days, the sold-out event was an opportunity for friends near and far to gather. Aside from the crab and all-you-can-eat oysters, attendees were able to make purchases of drinks, desserts, and raffle tickets. Up for raffle was a mix of donated items,...
With the NBA considering a possible expansion, Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson met Thursday with the league’s commissioner to offer assistance in returning the SuperSonics to Seattle. Ferguson had reached out to set what his spokesperson called an introductory meeting with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver. The two didn’t meet in person. Late last year, Silver indicated the league would decide in 2026 whether to pursue expansion, while floating Seattle and Las Vegas as two likely destinations. Seattle has been awaiting news of a return of its beloved S...
Last month near Clatskanie, the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) investigated a report of "strong fuel-like odors emitted from Columbia County's rock quarry due to a suspected release of gasoline or diesel to the ground," according to DEQ Northwest Region Public Affairs Specialist Michael Loch. "We discovered that soil contaminated with diesel was placed at the rock quarry," said Loch. "The contamination originated from a diesel leak caused by an equipment failure at the county's...
