Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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The Cathlamet Town Council passed budgets for 2008, updated the library board and acted on other business when it met Monday. Budget action took over an hour as Assistant Fire Chiefs Fred Johnson and Bill Faubion, also city attorney, reviewed department accounts. Two years ago, the Cathlamet Fire Department managed its own accounts, but they have now been merged with town accounts at the request of the Washington State Auditor. This year, the town adopted a new accounting system, complicating the process. At Johnson's request, the council...
The Clatsop County Board of Commissioners on December 13 voted 4-1 to give initial approval to Bradwood Landing LLC's application for a liquified natural gas terminal and related facilities on the Columbia River across from Puget Island. The board will consider its findings for final approval of the permits at another date. The commissioners' vote decided in principle that Bradwood Landing met or would meet the applicable criteria for each of its 27 applications for zone changes and land-use permits. Two commissioners questioned whether or not...
Wahkiakum High School this week released its honor roll for the first quarter ending November 6. Jessica Asmus, Erin Turner, Jordyn Wirkkala and Sarah Phillips all received GPAs of 4.00. Other students earning GPAs of 3.25 and above are: 9th Grade-- David Doumit, Phillip Doumit, Shelby Felton, Brandon Fudge, James Goldsmith, Trevor Gorley, Ryan Helms, Jori McEntire, Ben Miles, Bryant Oman, Zach Pierce, Sam Renfro, and Chase Stanley. 10th Grade--Halie Boyce, Katie Brown, Cole Claussen, Ashlenn Coleman, Jewell Dyer, Ryan Gunnip, Bryce McClain,...
I had another column written and ready to go, but I felt it necessary to write about the December storm we just endured. It was absolutely mind-boggling with the high winds and high water. The winds felt like they went on forever, they were constant. However, I just want to give a reminder of why we live in such a great county. I live in Grays River, and yes, I knew how it flooded and my family and I were still willing to take the chance by living there due to the beauty of the Grays River Valley. That being said, I was completely cut off, but...
Steve Preston, administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced that low-interest disaster loans are now available to Washington residents and businesses, due to the Federal Disaster declaration issued by President Bush. The declaration covers Grays Harbor and Lewis counties that were hit hardest during last week's storm. Disaster loans up to $200,000 are available to homeowners to repair or replace damaged or destroyed real estate. Homeowners and renters are eligible for up to $40,000 to repair or replace personal...
There is a new state web site to help locate resources for areas affected by this month’s storms and flooding. Individuals can go to the Washington State Emergency Management website at http://www.emd.wa.gov and click on the “Donation Coordination” link to see a list of requested items. For people who can supply any of the requested items, they should contact the organization or county requesting that item. For items not specifically listed on this website, they may contact 2-1-1 for information on donation sites....
Residents returning home as flood waters recede should be aware of a number of health concerns. Flood waters are contaminated. The Washington State Department of Health reminds residents there is a risk of disease from eating or drinking anything contaminated with flood water. If your power or water has been recently restored, do not assume the water is safe to drink. If your drinking water well is flooded, assume that the water in your home is contaminated and switch to bottled, disinfected or boiled water until your water is tested. Some...
The American Red Cross continues to provide relief to residents affected by the flooding throughout Western Washington and urges residents to register on the Safe and Well list. Concerned family and friends can search the list of those who have registered themselves as “safe and well” and obtain a much-needed peace of mind. The Chehalis Timberland Library and Techline, a technology company in Aberdeen , are allowing friends and family members without power to access the Safe and Well Web site from their computer terminals. If you are una...
The Washington Emergency Management Division’s Public Assistance (PA) Program is assisting applicants for public assistance by providing applicant briefings for local governments and certain non-profit organizations that suffered damages from the recent storm damage in six counties. Representatives from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will be available at the meetings. Grays Harbor, Kitsap, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, and Thurston counties have been designated for Public Assistance under the Presidential Disaster Declaration of D...
The Wahkiakum Mule boys basketball team picked up wins over the Naselle Comets and Pe Ell Trojans in action this week. On Tuesday, Pe Ell's Trojans regrouped from storm damage last week that pushed several players and their familes from their homes to travel to Wahkiakum High School where the host Mules rolled to a 91-43 win. Sophomore Cody Olsen hit seven of 13 shots from three-point range and one from inside the line to lead the scoring with 23 points. Josh Rongey added 19; Hayden Miles, Bobby Helms and Tyler Benson each had nine, Kyle...
Outstanding music students from across Washington have received top honors by being selected to participate in the 54th annual Washington Music Educators Association's (WMEA) All State Band, Orchestra, Choir, Jazz Band and/or Jazz choir. Erin Turner, a student from Wahkiakum High School has been selected for the All-State Wind Symphony. Turner plays the French horn and was selected by her music teacher Darla Mead. The WMEA groups will convene in Yakima on February 13-18 next year where they will rehearse together under the direction of...
Governor Chris Gregoire has asked the Washington State Department of Revenue to grant tax return filing extensions to Washington businesses affected by flooding this week. “We recognize that this disastrous flooding will affect the ability of some firms doing business in Washington to file their state excise tax returns in a timely manner,” Gregoire said. “Therefore, I have asked the Department to grant filing extensions to these firms, and to waive penalties for firms that are unable to file on time.” Revenue Director Cindi Holmstrom said sh...
Local author Robert Michael Pyle of Grays River is the winner of the 2007 National Outdoor Book Award for natural history literature. His book, entitled “Sky Time in Gray's River,” is about his home, a "forgotten place," in southwestern Washington. He follows the lives of his neighbors -- birds, butterflies, cats and people -- season by season, over a 30 year period. "The overall quality of the entries was very high this year," said Ron Watters, a professor emeritus at Idaho State University and the chairman of the National Outdoor Book Awa...
Bail forfeitures -- September 18 to November 1, 2007 Daniel J. Davis, no valid operator license, $400, Wahkiakum County Sheriff's Office. Theodore H. Mabry, speeding, $144, Washington State Patrol. Kyle M. Jensen, speeding, $184, WCSO. Robert E. Lemieux, speeding, $206, WSP. James S. Calbreath, speeding, $113, WSP. Steven R. Miller, speeding, $113, WSP. Simon J. Holman, speeding, $113, WCSO. Gregory A. Palmer, speeding, $144, WSP. Terry L. Tuebner, speeding, $144, WSP. Shawn R. Berry, speeding, $100, WCSO. Norman P. Kewitz, speeding, $144,...
The Wahkiakum PUD Board of Commissioners discussed water rights and power issues in their meeting on November 19. Manager Dave Tramblie reported that there were no power outages as a result of the November 12 windstorm. Commissioner Esther Gregg said she had several calls at her home from people inquiring if the PUD had any reported outages. She jokingly said there was disappointment in the voices of the people she spoke with almost as if they wished their power would have gone out. Tramblie also mentioned to the board that Bonneville Power...
Port District No. 2 of Wahkiakum County will act on its proposed 2008 budget when the commission meets next Monday, 4 p.m., at the Skamokawa United Methodist Church. Port officials reviewed the draft budget when they met November 20 for the regular monthly meeting. The budget totals $629,780. The district expects to start 2008 with $24,000 cash on hand and take in $55,000 in property taxes and $17,000 in forest excise taxes. It expects a grant of $319,500 from the state Recreation and Conservation Office for work at Svensen Park, and the port...
The Wahkiakum School Board continued discussion of a proposal to sell 4.75 acres of the Farm Forest to the Town of Cathlamet but took no action when it met November 21. The town wants to use the land as the site of a new sewer/waste water treatment plant. The board, citizens and Cathlamet Mayor Dick Swart discussed the proposal at the board's October meeting and continued discussion to gather more information. Swart was present again and said that he had spoken with parish council and a priest of St. Catherine Catholic Church. He said he was...
Wahkiakum Family Practice Clinic has announced the hiring of a nurse practitioner who will provide primary care services from early December through the end of July, 2008. Betsy Johnson, ARNP, has practiced at US Embassies in Guinea, Saipan and Wenatchee Balley Medical Center. She brings an interesting and unique background to serving our community, said members of the clinic management. While at the US Embassies, she provided primary and urgent care to diplomats, their families and local workers. She educated patients on how to avoid the...
Above: Ora Snyder rides a horse for what she said was "the last time" at the age of 97. She will turn 100 years old on December 8. There will be an open house at the Canterbury Inn in Longview on December 8 from 2 - 3:30 p.m. to celebrate Ora Snyder's 100th birthday. Ora Isabelle Wright was born on December 8, 1907 in Klamath Falls, Ore. to Roy and Mattie Wright. When she was four years old, she moved to Pasadena, Calif. with her parents and older brother Ernest, where they had a peach orchard. Later they moved to Anderson, Calif. Her father di...
For people who are concerned about paying higher heating bills this winter, the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) may be able to help. LIHEAP is a federally funded program providing assistance with winter heating bills--electric, wood, wood pellets, oil, propane or natural gas, to income-eligible households. Annual net household income limits are $12,763 for one person, $17,113 for two, $21,463 for three, $25,813 for four, and $30,163 for five. Additional income allowed for larger families. Wahkiakum County residents may...
Wahkiakum County health officials discussed personnel changes and a variety of health issues when the county commissioners met as the board of health on Tuesday. Dr. Mimi Fields, county health officer, announced she will be leaving the position, which is shared with Cowlitz County, in January. A member of the Washington National Guard medical corps, she will serve her third four-month deployment in US Army medical services in Iraq. Fields and Judy Bright, health department administrator, said they are working on arrangements to share a replacem...
More changes may be in store for Wahkiakum County’s 2008 budgets when the board of commissioners opens its public hearing next Monday, 1:30 p.m. in the courthouse meeting room. Expecting a revenue stream inadequate for funding existing programs, the board announced cuts in personnel, departments and programs in late October. The board completely eliminated funding for the Cooperative Extension and Emergency Services programs. It cut staff levels for the county auditor, clerk, sheriff, treasurer, and in Health and Human Services programs. It r...
Patrons of the Cathlamet Library and town officials discussed desires for updating the library and city hall site at a town meeting Tuesday. The town is planning to refurbish city hall now that the fire department has moved out of the lower level to the new fire hall. Mayor Dick Swart asked the audience for ideas and desires so that he can take them to the town council in December. Swart said that if the council proceeds, the town would consult with an architect in early 2008. After a review of plans, construction could begin, and a...
WSU Wahkiakum County Extension: A 21st century approach to rural economic development From WSU's president Elson Floyd: "Every county in the state has an Extension office, and we're going to use that the best way we can. The land-grant university has a responsibility to do everything possible to improve the quality of life for Washingtonians." WSU Extension is committed to improving the quality of life in Wahkiakum County. Watch us grow! We're growing leaders, we're growing thinkers and we're growing the county economy. The Comprehensive Plan...
Wahkiakum Community Foundation is inviting proposals for grants available from both the Covered Bridge Fund and the Bradwood Landing Fund. Deadline for applications for both funds is December 31. The Covered Bridge Fund makes grants to nonprofits in Western Wahkiakum County and the Naselle Grays River School District area. Requests will be accepted for grants of up to $1,000. The Bradwood Landing Fund makes grants to nonprofits in all of Wahkiakum County and the Naselle Grays River School District area. Proposals for grants up to $5,000 will...
