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Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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Cover crops, compost, or both are good for winter garden beds Soils that are high in clay tend to resist root, water, and air penetration. This can seriously hinder plant growth for both vegetables and perennial plants. These soils compact easily if worked when too wet. That lessens, even further, soil pore spaces needed to move air and water. Fine roots can't move in compacted clay soils easily. Nutrient uptake by plants (which bind to clay) and water release may both be compromised. Larger...
WET/CLOUDY START. As I begin this column, it’s been a very wet start to this Sunday morning for us out here in West Valley, but then things dried up a bit and it wasn’t too bad. However, the last couple of days of last week saw us wading through almost three inches of rain, so it was pretty soggy. Considering we’ve had such dry conditions, I was more than happy to see this rain come down. Because it started out nice and easy, it gave the ground a chance to soak up the water and not just run off, so I was truly grateful for that. I’m pretty...
Why do you hunt? Over the past 53 years, during which time I've called myself a hunter, I've answered that question a thousand times; or, I've at least attempted to answer it. To me, to an extent, it's akin to 'why do you prefer blue' or 'why do you put your left shoe on before your right?' It's this, that, and the other thing, but we'll get to that soon enough. First, I'll give this disclaimer. I'm not trying to convince you that hunting is something you should do, something you should...
If you’ve lived in the Grays River Valley for any length of time, you have probably met Mark Latham in some capacity. He serves as the chair commissioner for Wahkiakum County Fire District 3 and is seeking re-election in November. In his capacity as a volunteer firefighter, he consistently responds to calls that come in over the radio. Just this past Friday, while overseeing his honey table at the West Wahkiakum Farmers Market, a call came in. He didn’t hesitate to rush out the door to att...
Teachers and staff across the Rainier School District reported back to work this week, gearing up for the return of students on Monday, Aug. 25. The 2025-26 school year promises to bring both fresh opportunities and new experiences, with the district launching its first ever four-day school week. While most students will begin classes on Aug. 25, families of preschool and kindergarten students should note that a staggered start schedule is in place. Specific information about start dates and times can be found through contacting Hudson Park...
During the holidays, most of us have encountered a Salvation Army bell ringer at the entrance to stores. What many may not know is that the funds collected by those drives stay local. In addition to a wide range of services, the Salvation Army offers a voucher program to help community members weather emergency situations. That program is solely funded by donations collected from bell-ringing activities. "In addition to the bell ring and the thrift stores, the Salvation Army has a fairly large...
On Monday, Sept. 1, come join the “old-timey fun” in Clatskanie for a free big band concert in the park. Come out, dance and listen to the harmonies and rhythms of the North Coast Big Band. Enjoy hot dogs, hamburgers, corn on the cob, ice cream and beverages for sale to support the Clatskanie Arts Commission (CAC). A $1 raffle ticket gets you a chance at a set of season tickets (a $65 value), as well as some delicious local farm fare. If you don’t win the raffle, you can still pick up season tickets at clatskaniearts.org. Thanks, once again...
The Wahkiakum County Commissioners met on Tuesday, Aug. 12, where they approved a contract between the Wahkiakum WSU Extension Office and the WDFW, which will enable continued coordination of the Wahkiakum Marine Resources Committee. Auditor Nicci Bergseng presented a contract with Easy Vote to increase the security of the county’s election infrastructure. This three-year contract would enable the purchase of specialized locks, door sensors, and other security devices to send alerts for detected tampering. The funds for these are available t...
The smell of brand new machinery, new floor matting, and hum of different exercise machines fill the air at Cathlamet's Columbia River Athletic Club (301 WA-4). This new gym boasts state of the art equipment for gym patrons to utilize in their own fitness journey. "We really just saw an area that was lacking," said owner/operator Jared Richardson. "Cathlamet did not have a public gym, so we wanted to fill that void for the community." With open gym hours, drop-in classes, and personal training,...
During last week's primary for Wahkiakum County, current Sheriff John Mason defeated opposing candidate Josh Grasseth by a vote of 1,137 to 202. Mason took all 11 county precincts, with his strongest showings being in Skamokawa, Elochoman, and West Puget Island. A total of four write-in votes were cast, with two coming from the Columbia precinct and one each for East Puget Island and North Cathlamet. “I appreciate all the support from the community and all the confidence that they've put in me,” said Mason. “I do this because I truly love...
We at The Eagle thank you for your continued support. You help us connect and inform the whole community. 2025 has proven to be a year of growth for The Eagle, with more areas covered than ever before. We’ve also seen an increase in our community participation, with several citizen journalists contributing each week. With added features like puzzles, trivia, and comics now being included in every publication, as well as a substantial increase in content, The Eagle has gone from a steady, eight-page paper to consistently publishing 12- and, s...
Reprinted from Wahkiakum County Eagle August 14, 1975 BRIDGE CLUB MEETS Present at the Saturday night bridge club help at the Art Wright home were Mr. and Mrs. W.K. Moore of Yakima, Mr. and Mrs. Ken Bacon of Lexington, Dr. and Mrs. Ralph Gladding of Kelso, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Halstenrud of Longview and Mr. and Mrs. Virgil Wanamaker of Silver Lake. MOTHER RETURNS MRS. H.H. Faubion, mother of Mrs. Art Wright, has returned after spending a week in Lacey visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Faubion, her son and daughter-in-law. TO COUNTY FAIR Lori,...
HELLO. We had a wonderful time at Puget Island Fire station for National Night Out. A big thank you to those who met with us at our table and received a library card. We signed up 25 new members. A big thank you goes out to Puget Island Fire for their support. AUGUST POP-UPS. Do you like ice-pops, bubbles, music, and face painting? We’ve had three August Pop-ups so far this month in front of the library building and have only three remaining from 2-5 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 14, Saturday, Aug. 16, and Saturday, Aug. 30. See you there. COUNTY F...
Get into the donating spirit, Cathlamet, as the fourth annual Cup of Sunshine Competition is already underway. Per competition rules, the business that brings in the most donations will win the "Cup of Sunshine" chalice and bragging rights. Pottery artist Ruthie Doumit created this year's chalice. Leading this drive is local business owner Sue Zabel. Aside from owning the Jabber Shack, Sue is a frequent community fundraiser. David Zabel, a wood craftsman and Sue's husband, designed and made doze...
Are you looking for work? Would you like to stay local? Whether you are considering a caregiving career or are someone seeking in-home care, you should stop by Employ Wahkiakum’s Caregiving Fair being held this Friday, Aug. 15 from 1-3 p.m. at the Hope Center (320 S 3rd St.) in Cathlamet. Terrie Howell, who assists seniors for Wahkiakum County Health and Human Services, has been seeing an uptick in requests for in-home care in recent years. This care includes long-term assistance with cooking, c...
DRIED OUT. The beginning of this week was supposed to be pretty hot, so I hope you have all managed to get through that heatwave without any issues, as more moderate temperatures are expected to be in place by the time you read this. It should go without saying that we all need to be very careful with any heat source right now that could cause a fire, as it seems there are currently massive fires burning in many areas. We don’t want to join the trend, so please be extra careful with any heat sources right now. Don’t forget to check those tow ch...
Aug 4 10:08 a.m. Sheriff’s deputies responded to a report of a possible missing person in the Grays River area. Friends of the individual reported that the individual called them and said he could see the Covered Bridge, but was on a logging road halfway off an embankment and his phone was going straight to voicemail. Clatsop County Search and Rescue confirmed they had located the missing person. 1:18 p.m. A Puget Island resident reported that they had lost their cell phone, which was in a black case, near S Welcome Slough Road. 4:24 p.m. A Dri...
This week, I am continuing my series of spotlights on the vendors at the West Wahkiakum Farmers Market. Since moving here just over four years ago, I have come to know many people in the community. One of the things that impresses me most is the energy possessed by individuals from the generation above mine. One couple who stands out is Robbie and Marilyn Johnson. They have been a part of this community their entire lives and have made numerous contributions to the area. I recently had the...
It's true. September - and with it, the official start of yet another hunting season - is right around the proverbial corner. However, that's not to say there isn't much to do outdoors during the final two weeks of August. That said, my thoughts as we wind down month eight of 2025: Buoy 10 / North Jetty The Fort Canby boat launch was a busy, busy place on Sunday, Aug. 10, when we had the grandkids. In talking with several different anglers, it appears the bite has moved into the river proper,...
I recently interviewed Audrey Petterson at her home in Skamokawa for our 26th installment of Reader's Fave, a casual interview with someone who shares their favorite book. Audrey shared with me "Chi Marathon" by Danny Dreyer, a book where Dreyer shares how one can run naturally and pain-free during training and for long races. If you don't know Audrey, one thing to know is she is a runner and has enjoyed this form of exercise for many years. "I've been running since I was 11 or 12 years old,...
Indigobush is a Class B Weed native to Eastern and Central United States. This weed is known to be toxic to humans & livestock and is listed on the Washington State quarantine list. Although native to the Eastern United States, in some Western states it is considered invasive and has naturalized. It escapes planted areas and grows along streams, rivers, and prairie draws forming dense thickets that outcompete native species. Indigobush is a thornless, deciduous, multiple stem shrub that can...
On Wasser Road and at the border of Rainier and Goble is a new farm stand. A little spot with a big vision by sisters Janea Herrmann and Melissa Upperman, The Big Little Farms is the beginning of a larger dream: a lifestyle of homesteading and sustainability. Herrmann and Upperman come from a large family and talked for years of owning land and working for themselves. Upperman moved to the Rainier area in 2023 with her husband, Andrew, who built the farm stand. Having grown up in Beaverton and...
On June 30, the Rainier City Council voted to officially adopt the city’s 2025-26 fiscal year budget. The $13.6 million budget maintains current staffing and service levels and does not include any cuts. Council also voted that night to increase sewer and water utility rates by 15 percent. That was the first rate increase since 2011. The rate increase became necessary due to the rising costs of operating and maintaining the city’s wastewater and water plant facilities and related infrastructure. Priority projects were funded in the budget. The...
