Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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JUST RIGHT. I have to say, concerning the recent weather, the last few days have been just perfect for me: cloudy in the morning hours, then sunshine later on. No crazy hot temps, and cooler temps in the evening, so my house doesn't heat up too much either; I have really enjoyed it. Now, I did hear that there were some showers in Cathlamet, but surprisingly, we didn't get them, which was amazing as we folks in Skamokawa are usually the ones who get the most rain! Actually, we could use some rain, so if it shows up, I will be quite happy. By...
I recently interviewed Mary Hogue and Cathy Cruikshank for our 24th installment of Reader's Fave, a casual interview with someone who shares their favorite book. I met up with Mary and Cathy in Skamokawa at Viewpoint Landing (formerly Skamokawa Landing). Mary and her husband, Jarrod Hogue, own and manage Viewpoint Landing. When I first reached out to Mary for an interview, she kindly insisted that I interview both her and Cathy together. Who was I to argue? It was a wonderful interview. Thank yo...
For our final installment, we’re looking at support resources and tips and tools to help in the pursuit of justice against stalking perpetrators - be it individual, proxy-stalkers, or multi-perpetrator community-based stalking and harassment - all of which happen in Columbia County on a regular basis. Being informed and aware is a critical line of defense. Capturing and tracking evidence as it happens is one of the most important things you can do. Even if the detail seems “insignificant,” it’s crucial to document everything. Keep a Stalkin...
Solid waste disposal fees at the Columbia County Transfer Station increased by 2.2 percent effective July 1, 2025, following an annual Consumer Price Index (CPI) adjustment approved by the Columbia County Board of Commissioners. As required under Board Order 6-2010, disposal rates at the Transfer Station are updated each year based on the previous year’s CPI. The most recent CPI increase of 2.2 percent resulted in updated rates for residential and commercial customers. Some of the solid waste fees include commercial tipping fee ($112.36 per t...
Columbia County Sheriff’s Office “National Night Out” celebration returns on Tuesday, August 5, from 5-8 p.m. at the main office location at 901 Port Ave. in Saint Helens. “This will be our 5th year holding CCSO’s National Night Out celebration,” said Columbia County Sheriff Brian Pixley. “Events like this help to foster relationships between public safety and the community as a whole. This event has grown over the last few years, and we have several other partners who show up to take part in this community celebration as well. This is a tim...
It's funny the things that make me smile. Just this morning, I'm sitting on the back porch, coffee in one hand, dog at my feet. I'm listening to the rooster down the valley greet the day and my girl-chickens waking up for another; when, from stage right, a tiny rufous hummingbird makes his jet-like appearance. As they often do, he makes the rounds of the many blossoms on the porch. A sip from the impatiens, a drink from the Albutilon, a split second to check out the early mums; the geraniums....
Last week, I shared about our first summer cleaning up our property in Grays River. When we were planning our move, the question we heard most often was, "You know it rains a lot there, right?" Of course, we were aware of that. It's the Pacific Northwest; everyone knows it. However, knowing about it in theory and experiencing it firsthand are two entirely different things. In Sept. 2021, the rain began, and for months, it felt as though it would never stop. Locals even mentioned that this...
This year's Bald Eagle Days brought the county's best Saturday. The parade featured dozens of floats, cars, and even horses. Grand Marshall Loraine Bjorge Bauer was driven down the parade via a beautiful classic convertible....
Councilmember Crystal Baker brought an item to the agenda during the Monday, July 21 session of Cathlamet Town Council. Having spoken with board members from the Wahkiakum County Historical Society, Crystal, the newest member of Town Council, inquired about the communication between council members and the Historical Society - specifically the museum - from early August to mid November. According to Crystal, a letter was sent on Aug. 5 requesting that Council "not touch" the tree at Strong Park. Much to the surprise of the Historical Society, t...
Plenty of action has taken place over the past couple of weeks to reflect the PUD consolidation. At the request of Mayor David Olson, PUD General Manager Dan Kay gave a report to begin Monday evening's session of Cathlamet Town Council. "The last two weeks have accelerated quite rapidly," said Kay to begin his report. "All is good, all is safe, everybody has water." Noting the PUD was "on site" at the water treatment plants, Kay reported "getting computer upgrades" and "needing to get more water in" to build the reservoirs. "Last week, the...
A tiny trailer with a big heart and big style has opened at the Elochoman Marina. Owner Lauren Speyser brings her years of experience and a fresh new style with island décor to The Cathlamet Haircut Hut. The new shop will be open Wednesday through Friday from 9 a.m to 6 p.m and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Patrons have options from scissor cuts for longer hair to a full-on cut and hot lather neck shave. All services and prices can be found online by visiting cathlamethaircuthut.com. "I'm just...
On July 24, 1969, the Apollo 11 astronauts — two of whom had been the first humans to set foot on the moon — splashed down safely in the Pacific. Also on this date: In 1567, Mary, Queen of Scots, was forced to abdicate her throne to her 1-year-old son James. In 1847, Mormon leader Brigham Young and his followers arrived in the Salt Lake Valley in present-day Utah. In 1866, Tennessee became the first state to be readmitted to the Union after the Civil War. In 1915, the SS Eastland, a passenger ship carrying more than 2,500 people, rolled ont...
I recently interviewed Dayle Olson for our 23rd installment of Reader's Fave, a casual interview with someone who shares their favorite book. Dayle is a poet and short fiction writer, and we met up at her home in Cathlamet and had a conversation about all things books and reading. As we began, Dayle shared her love of reading right from the start. "If there's a 12-month program for reading addiction, I should be going," she said with a laugh. As Dayle reflected about her young life as a kid and...
HELLO. We are now over 1,500 members at our Library. Thank you! FICTION PICK. Our highlighted pick is “Necessary Lies,” a novel by New York Times bestselling author Diane Chamberlain. “Necessary Lies” is a story about two young women in 1960 whose worlds come together in North Carolina. It’s a powerful insight into our past American history and the choices these two women face in a traumatic manner. A story of love, loyalty and asking one’s self, “When everyone is telling you something is wrong, how are you certain what you are told is true...
Planting over septic fields A review of articles about planting on a septic drain field offer a range of opinions about what, if anything, is suitable. The concerns seem to be focused on three areas: that compaction of the soil over the drain fields by gardening activities may lead to a reduced life for the septic drain field; that root encroachment into drain lines can lead to drain field failure; and the risk that septic effluent might contaminate fruits or vegetables grown over a septic field with human pathogens. A septic drain line is...
The folks at Little Island Creamery Farm Store (448 East Little Island Rd.) are thrilled to announce the store’s relocation to the Little Island Kitchen and Meeting Rooms building. A special “Welcome” celebration will be held on Friday, Aug. 1 from noon to 4 p.m. The Farm Store features the Creamery’s award-winning Brie, a variety of cheese curds, sweet cream butter, fresh eggs and beef products (when available.) The store also has Little Island Creamery items such as T-shirts and sweatshirts, beanies, onesies, canvas totes, gym bags, cheese...
CLOUDY START. As this week begins, it’s a cooler and cloudier day and I’m just loving it. It’s the perfect kind of weather for doing yard work, so one doesn’t get too hot or sunburned, and it sure beats sweating half to death like we did last week when it was over 100 degrees here. That was miserable. If the forecast holds true, it appears to be in the 70-75 range, with a bit more sun and decent temperatures. In my opinion, that’s perfect. Hope you enjoy it! SPECIAL DAYS. Those celebrating birthdays this coming week from July 24 through 3...
First rattle out of the proverbial box, I'd like to thank everyone for two things. One, for a fantastic Bald Eagle Days. The crowd was great. The parade was excellent, and I got plenty of candy. The breakfast burritos from Patty Cakes were top-notch. And the weather? Outstanding. All in all, a most wonderful day. And two, thank you all for keeping Fire Districts 1 through 4, along with the Cathlamet FD, inactive throughout the whole of the weekend. No one, to the best of my knowledge, set the...
Congratulations go to Skamokawa's Fire District 2, the pronounced winners of last Saturday's epic Waterball showdown. The team defended their fourth win, facing off against Puget Island (District 1), Wahkiakum (District 4) and Cathlamet Fire Departments during Saturday's Bald Eagle Days festivities on Cathlamet's Main Street. With plenty of spectators present, both residents and tourists had high hopes for each of the teams. While kids on the side were looking forward to getting wet from any...
In September 2020, Mark and I took a trip from Colorado to the Grays River Valley to find property to build an RV park. This was our dream, and we were dedicated to making it a reality. With the help of Mike Swanson, we were able to purchase the property on Hull Creek Road, where the Schmand dairy farm once held a prominent status in the community. It had been at least 50 years since the dairy closed, and as often happens in the Pacific Northwest, nature had reclaimed the landscape. After...
The Wahkiakum Chamber of Commerce held a photography contest during this year's Bald Eagle Days celebration....
Phil Fake's art career started when he was eight years old. He'd gather leftover paint-by-numbers materials and paint houses from the sidewalk and sell his young masterpieces for $1. His talent was apparent as early as second grade when his crayon drawing wasn't accepted at the local fair because the judges did not believe the caliber of the artistry could have been created by someone so young. Fake grew up in Roseburg, Ore., and practiced art throughout his life, eventually earning a bachelor o...
In previous articles we examined characteristics of stalking, changes to Oregon’s HB 4156 law, and impact on victims. This week, we will discuss how to work with local law enforcement. Reporting stalking crimes can be a scary and intimidating process and estimates show stalking is severely underreported. A study, “Law Enforcement and Stalking: How Law Enforcement Identifies Stalking and Handles Complaints,” found only 30-50 percent of stalking victims contact the police and arrest rates remain low at 12-24 percent. The study also states arrests...
Under Oregon law, governing bodies are required to have their 2025-26 fiscal year budgets adopted by July 1. As such, most cities, counties and school districts begin their budget processes every spring. The City of Rainier is no different. That process unofficially starts in March, with the city council’s annual goal setting session. Councilors, citizens and members of the City’s various committees gather in a public meeting to set their priorities for the following year. City staff then takes those priorities and starts to incorporate the...
The Clatskanie Arts Commission is honored to present Clatskanie born and raised jazz musician Justin Salisbury in concert at the Birkenfeld Theater (75 S. Nehalem) in Clatskanie on Sunday, Aug. 10 at 3 p.m.. Salisbury will return to his hometown of Clatskanie for one afternoon only to give a special performance with his international quartet, which features an Italian saxophonist, bass player and drummer. In 2022, Salisbury released his first solo recording "Evergreen" to critical success. As a...
