Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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On Tuesday, Wahkiakum County commissioners learned more about a project to extend wi-fi in Cathlamet, agreed to send a letter of support for a representative who hoped to succeed Brian Blake as the chair of the Rural Development, Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee, and approved a couple contracts for Wahkiakum Health and Human Services. Town of Cathlamet Councilman David Olson spoke to the commissioners about a project to extend wi-fi service in Cathlamet. The county is being asked if...
Gov. Jay Inslee on Sunday announced new social and business restrictions because of the spike in covid-19 cases. The link below leads to a governor's office news release; a link in the story leads to a specific list of the restrictions. https://medium.com/wagovernor/inslee-announces-statewide-restrictions-for-four-weeks-c0b7da87d34e...
A contractor will begin removing trees and rock along SR 4 in the Oak Point area on Tuesday, with 20 minute delays possible for motorists. Following is the Washington State Department of Transportation Monday announcement about the work: Plan for delays on SR 4 near Oak Point for hillside stabilization work, beginning Nov. 17 Work continues through spring of 2021 OAK POINT – Travelers who use State Route 4 near Oak Point and the Cowlitz-Wahkiakum county line may experience delays as crews begin work to improve safety through the area. On T...
Wahkiakum County Health and Human Services (WHHS) has received a positive test result notification for a 13th covid-19 case in a Wahkiakum County resident. The individual is in self-quarantine and is symptomatic," Chris Bischoff, director of Wahkiakum County Health and Human Services (WHHS), said in Monday news release. "We are working to identify anyone who may have an exposure risk because of contact with the person. Those people with close contact will be notified by WHHS staff. The person is in self-quarantine. There is no known connection...
Wahkiakum County Port 1 Commissioners adopted three resolutions and received an update on ongoing work and activities around the port property. In quick succession, commissioners approved a resolution to adopt the 2021 budget, totaling $938,201 in revenues and expenses, including $251,951 planned for capital outlay; a resolution authorizing and amending a rate schedule for 2021; and a resolution to increase their tax levy by one percent. Maintenance Manager Todd Souvenir said that the port,...
As of Tuesday, there were 12 confirmed cases of covid-19 in Wahkiakum County, with 710 tests conducted so far. The number of positive cases in Pacific County went up exponentially over the last week when they added 28 last Thursday, and four more on Tuesday for a total of 159. Of those, 42 are considered active. Of the four added on Tuesday, two were linked to workplace exposure, one was connected to a medical screening, and the fourth was related to out of county travel. Cowlitz County is...
Above, waterfowl enjoy habitat on the white-tail deer refuge between Cathlamet and Skamokawa. Right, long lengths of lichen decorate an alder tree along Indian Jack Slough. Photo by Rick Nelson....
Holiday shopping just got a little easier in Cathlamet, thanks to five women who found friendship in a shared love of arts and crafts and in their appreciation for the local people who practice a variety of disciplines. Sisters Susan Gentry and Connie Long met Lori Cagle, Diane Dyer, and Daria Lacy this summer when a farmers market opened at the Skamokawa Fairgrounds. "We became good friends," Gentry said. This interview was conducted over the phone, but no matter, the words carried her smile...
Due to the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak, meetings and events usually listed here have been canceled or changed to online participation until further notice. The Eagle was advised of the following events: Online Recovery Meeting, Lower Columbia River Refuge Recovery. Mondays 6:30 p.m. Zoom ID 960 8413 9102. Community Center, Mon. 9-12 & 1-5. Tues-Thurs. 9-1. Friday by appointment. Cathlamet Library T-F 2-5 p.m. Covid restrictions enforced. CIHS, Wed., Nov. 18, 6-8 p.m. Documents and video links: https://cihealthservices.com/...
Updated with new results for Wahkiakum County commissioner based on Thursday's new count: Lee Tischer boosted his lead over incumbent Mike Backman to 1,602-1,194 (first report reversed totals on image showing returns). Incumbent Dan Cothren increased his lead over challenger Tim Lawry to 1,850-857. New figures are correct and reflected in following story. Initial results of the long anticipated general election are in, and Wahkiakum County voters showed a strong conservative streak, supporting Republican candidates and rejecting statewide...
On Tuesday, the Wahkiakum County PUD Board of Commissioners learned that they did not receive the award they hoped for from the Washington Public Works Board to fund infrastructure for broadband on the east side of the county. “The PUD put in an application for a $5.5 million project with the Public Works Board in order to obtain funding under severely distressed model with the goal of getting a 90 percent grant with a 10 percent loan,” Chris Walker of Noanet told commissioners. “Unfortunately,...
Wahkiakum County commissioners heard about the summer lunch program and approved purchases using funds from CARES Act funding at their meeting on Tuesday. Commissioners approved an interlocal cooperative agreement with the Cowlitz County Noxious Weed Control Board and Wahkiakum County for training and mentoring of the Wahkiakum County Noxious Weed Coordinator in an amount up to $4,800. They also approved notice of hearings for annual construction at 10 a.m. on December 1, a hearing for six year...
During Joyce Wilson's nearly four decades working at Wahkiakum School District, she became "Mom" to a lot of students, and so her own kids, Todd and Rondee, took to calling her Joyce. When the two children were young and Joyce and her late husband Dan were relatively new to Cathlamet, Superintendent/Principal John Thomas approached her about getting on the substitute list at the school. He knew she was considering returning to college to finish a degree in engineering, which meant a daily...
Update: On Wednesday, the health department was able to make contact with the individual who was diagnosed with covid-19. There are no connections to the school or St. James Family Center. Wahkiakum County now has its 11th case of covid-19, Chris Bischoff, director of Wahkiakum County Health and Human Services announced Tuesday. Early efforts to contact the individual have been unsuccessful. “The individual is not answering either contact number,” Bischoff said in a news release. “We will continue to exhaust all efforts to contact the indiv...
Candidate Party Wah. Co. Pac. Co. State % President/Vice-president J. Biden/K. Harris D 1,079 6,283 60.93 D. Trump/M. Pence R 1,532 6,176 36.42 J.Jogensen/J. Cohen L 37 158 1.58 H. Hwkins/A. Walker G 18 32 .037 G. LaRiva/S. Freeman S&L 0 11 .01 A. Kennedy/M. Jarret SW 2 10 .05 Ref. 90--age-appropriate sexual health ed. State % Approve 1,161 6,087 59.77 Reject 1,443 6,247 40.23 Advisory No. 32-- Sales Tax/carryout bags Repeal 1,955 8,990 59.51 Maintain 618 3,100 40.49 Advisory No. 33--tax on heavy equipment rentals Repeal 1,965 8,783 57.42...
Last Friday, Carolyn Long, candidate for Congress in Washington's 3rd Congressional District, hosted a drive-in town hall in Cathlamet to speak with constituents and answer their questions. Residents of Wahkiakum lined up their cars in the Elochoman, tuning their car radios to the live broadcast of Long speaking from the bed of a truck and honking to show their support. Long lost to incumbent Jamie Herrera Beutler who received 54% of the vote. More photos from the town hall can be found on The...
Due to the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak, meetings and events usually listed here have been canceled or changed to online participation until further notice. The Eagle was advised of the following events: Online Recovery Meeting, Lower Columbia River Refuge Recovery. Mondays 6:30 p.m. Zoom ID 960 8413 9102. Cemetery District No. 2, Mon., Nov. 9, Skamokawa Fire Hall, 7 p.m. Wahkiakum PUD, Tues., Nov. 10, 8:30 a.m....
On Monday, the Cathlamet Town Council approved the harvest of 50 acres of timberland that is projected to net $300,000. The town forester will monitor market values and whether a buyer would guarantee the current timber prices for the duration of the project before harvesting begins in mid December. Other items discussed include the 2021 preliminary budget which is open to public comment for two more meetings, the final opportunity being in December. According to Clerk-Treasure Sarah Clark, the public can comment on several aspects including...
The person is symptomatic and in self-quarantine. There is currently no known connection to the school or daycare. Wahkiakum Health and Human Services is working to identify anyone who may have an exposure risk because of contact with the person. Those people with close contact will be contacted by WHHS staff....
A tour of Cathlamet's Main Street will include encounters with scarecrows posted outside of businesses and other establishments. 1. Scarborough Building 2. Jabber Shack 3. 1st Interstate Bank 4. Wahkiakum County Eagle 5. The Spar 6. Maria's 7. Pioneer Community Center 8. Old Saloon Building Photos by Rick Nelson....
Wahkiakum County now has its 11th case of covid-19, Chris Bischoff, director of Wahkiakum County Health and Human Services announced Tuesday. Early efforts to contact the individual have been unsuccessful. "The individual is not answering either contact number," Bischoff said in a news release. "We will continue to exhaust all efforts to contact the individual to help investigate and mitigate any possible community risks. "Ties to school or St. James (Family Center) are unknown." Once staff make contact, they will work to identify anyone who...
Initial results of the long anticipated general election are in, and Wahkiakum County voters showed a strong conservative streak, supporting Republican candidates and rejecting statewide issues. The results mirrored votes across the region; in state District 19, voters have retired Senator Dean Takko and Brian Blake and supported re-election of Republican Congresswoman Jamie Herrera Beutler. While Wahkiakum voters supported the Republican Trump/Pence presidential ticket in the national race...
The Wahkiakum School District Board of Directors met Oct. 20 to learn about a new arts committee, hear about a recent assessment of the Career and Technical Education Program, and get an update on the technology director’s response to the recent failure of their primary domain controller. Wahkiakum Principal Stephanie Leitz gave an overview of a comprehensive local needs assessment of the Career and Technical Education (CTE) program that had been completed by the school. “You can see what we...
As of Tuesday, the Wahkiakum County Auditor’s Office had received a little more than 40 percent of the ballots from registered voters. “We’re excited about the turnout,” Deputy Auditor Kaelee Dearmore said. The auditor’s office will have extended hours on Election Day next Tuesday from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. Voters can register to vote or update their voter registration in person up until and including Election Day. The auditor’s office will then supply the voter with a ballot. The election bo...
