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During its Monday, Jan. 19 session, Cathlamet Town Council approved an agreement with Vancouver engineering consulting firm Gray & Osborne, Inc. "for additional cultural resources services" relating to the Waterfront Park Monitoring Plan. Labeled Contract Amendment 18, this agreement is in accordance with the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO), which is helping to fund the Waterfront Park development. According to a Jan. 8 letter from Portland's Archaeological Investigatio...
During Tuesday's meeting, the Wahkiakum County Commissioners approved a three-year loan in the amount of $13,000 to Wahkiakum Fire District #3 for a new generator. The district received a bid from Ford Electric Company in the amount of $17,997.90 and had $5,000 of their own to go towards the generator. Commissioner Mark Letham recused himself from the motion to prevent a conflict, as he is commissioner over Fire District #3. Commissioners Lee Tischer and Dan Cothren voted unanimously to approve the loan to Fire District #3. During the...
During the Wednesday, Jan. 14 meeting of the Grays River Flood Control District (GRFCD), recently appointed Wahkiakum County Commissioner Mark Letham administered the Oath of Office for Position #3 on the board to Donnel Dyer. As a result of no others filing for the position, Dyer was considered elected for the six-year term. Letham provided an update from the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and announced he will be taking over the communication with the Army Corp of Engineers (ACOE). It was noted that there are changes coming in the ACOE...
Today is Thursday, Jan. 29, the 29th day of 2026. There are 336 days left in the year. Today in history: On Jan. 29, 2002, in his first State of the Union address, President George W. Bush said terrorists were still threatening America — and warned of “an axis of evil” consisting of North Korea, Iran and Iraq. Also on this date: In 1891, following the death of her brother, Kalakaua, Lili‘uokalani was sworn in as the first and only queen of the Hawaiian Kingdom. Her reign would end two years later when the Hawaiian monarchy was abolished followi...
The closure of Cathlamet Building Materials has been a topic of conversation around town since Jim and Erin Wilson closed its doors at the end of December. Since then a local investor has stepped up to take over the store. Dave and Sandi Hendrickson are working on the final paperwork and hope to have the store reopened soon. Assisting the Hendrickson’s are their daughter Megan and her husband Tracy Elliott. Megan and her stepdad Dave will be learning about managing the business alongside the staff from the previous owner. Megan Elliott said t...
Have you ever considered mentoring a local youth? Would you like to learn how mentoring can benefit your child? Join Wahkiakum Youth Mentoring’s Open House/Q&A on Tuesday, February 3, from 6-7 p.m. at the Hope Center in Cathlamet (320 S. 3rd Street) to discover more about the program and how you can get involved. Wahkiakum Youth Mentoring serves local youth ages 6-18, whether they attend public school or are home-schooled. Mentors commit to just four hours a month for a year, but it’s a relationship that could last a lifetime. Current men...
HELLO. Welcome library members, readers, and Wahkiakum residents to our monthly update. CARD MAKING CLASS. The Friends of Cathlamet Library will be hosting a Valentine’s Day card making class Friday, Feb. 6, at 1 p.m. in the lower room of the Pioneer Center. Join us for a fun time crafting as Heather of Serendipity Thrift Store guides you in making Valentine’s Day cards. All supplies provided. See you at the Pioneer Center. TAKE YOUR CHILD. Saturday, Feb. 7, is designated as Take Your Child to the Library Day. We will have age group craft and...
As of Sunday, Jan. 25, Puget Island, much to the delight of some residents, grew quiet. So, too, did the waters surrounding Tennasilhe Island, Grays Bay, the Lewis and Clark National Wildlife Refuge, and more. The 2025-26 waterfowl season is now a thing of the past; she's "in the books," as they say. However, there are a couple more opportunities here in southwest Washington. A week-long goose season takes place in early February, and a unique, one-day hunt exclusively to recognize our veterans...
I recently interviewed Beth Hansen for our 48th installment of Reader's Fave, a casual interview with someone who shares their favorite book. Beth opened our conversation with one of her favorites, "The Time Traveler's Wife" by Audrey Neffenegger. The book is a science fiction romance novel. "I probably read it in 2005, but I don't know exactly when," said Beth. "I loved that book because it stuck with me. I don't know exactly why, but I'd recommend the book to everyone. It's romance, but the re...
Winter annual weeds in the vegetable garden and landscape beds Annual plants go from seed to seed in less than one year, sometimes in periods as short as 45 days. Once they have thrown off their usually prodigious quantities of seed, the plants die. As you might suspect, there are lots of annual weeds since their growth habit fits with our gardening cycles. Annual weeds have sophisticated mechanisms to ensure good year-to-year seed survival. Annual weeds can be found throughout the gardening...
The Clatskanie Feral Cat Project (CFCP) will be holding its Annual Silent Auction fundraising event at the Clatskanie Legion Hall (930 NE 5th Street) this Saturday, Jan. 31, from 2-4 p.m. Bidding starts at 2 p.m. and closes in three sections, 3:25, 3:35, and 3:45 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend this free community event. Donations are plentiful this year, totaling over 60. There will be plenty of local art, baskets, and gift certificates to local businesses. Join the raffle for a $100 gift...
In the Clatskanie City Council Jan. 7 meeting recap article in last week’s edition of The Wahkiakum County Eagle, the fact that City Manager Greg Hinkelman is retiring this year was mentioned. Regarding the search for a new city manager, the article stated Councilman Robert Emminger “heads up the search for a new person.” The search for a new city manager is “a collaborative process” in which the entire City Council is participating and not just Councilman Emminger. As the search efforts continue, The Eagle will report as new informati...
In December 2024, a bizarre murder case made headlines across the country, Kristil Klug of Broomfield, Colo., had been murdered in her home, an ex-boyfriend was implicated in the following months for stalking and harassment. However, police quickly uncovered after her death that it was her husband, Daniel Klug, who was behind it all. From October to December 2024, Daniel Klug impersonated Kristil's ex-boyfriend, sending graphic and demeaning texts, photos, comments about her life, and even a...
Popular thrift and antique store in Rainier, Mee Maw’s Attic, announced Monday, Jan. 19, they will be closing their business, citing ongoing health reasons. Owner Jill Parker shared she’s suffered a series of heart attacks in recent months. These, as well as other health concerns, have made taking care of her health and managing the store too challenging to continue operations. Parker expects to close the doors within the next couple weeks, but no definitive date has been announced as she works to clear out existing inventory. Parker and hus...
The Lower Columbia College Fighting Smelt Speech & Debate Team continued its record-smashing season with a historic result at the Fred Scheller Invitational online tournament, hosted by Pacific University. For the fifth consecutive tournament, LCC was the top community college, all but assuring that they will be crowned Division III conference champions when the season ends in February. The Fighting Smelt finished third place out of 21 participating schools in overall team sweepstakes, marking...
The Lower Columbia College Foundation has named Dr. Richard Nau as the 2025-26 Benefactor of the Year. Benefactor honorees have a history of providing financial support to the foundation and/or significant volunteer service to the college. Most notably, contributions from honorees have substantially impacted college programs, students, and the community. "It is with distinct pleasure that we announce and honor Nau as this year's Lower Columbia College Benefactor of the Year," said LCC Foundation...
A new bill would allow for locally designated “accident risk zones” along high-risk stretches of public roads where crashes are common and unsafe driving can have outsized consequences. Introduced by state Rep. Mark Klicker, R-Walla Walla, House Bill 2174 would let counties, cities, towns and the Washington State Department of Transportation secretary treat dangerous sections of roadway similar to construction zones: Markers, such as lights and signage, would alert drivers to the zone — where fines would double for speed violations and for i...
Last Thursday, The Wahkiakum County Eagle was sold by the Nelson family to Longview businessman Brian Fleming. Jacob Nelson, whose father, Rick, and grandfather, Bob had been the previous owners of the newspaper, has served as publisher for The Eagle since Rick's passing in 2023. Rick's widow, MaryAnn Nelson, along with children Jacob and Jamie, have served as the paper's owners. "For Rick's father (Bob) and for Rick, the newspaper was one way that they served the community," said MaryAnn....
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. Downriver Dispatches News of Grays River, Rosburg, and Deep River By Marilyn Gunderson Church News Rev. Kurtii of Salem, Ore. held services at the Apostolic Lutheran church in Rosburg last Sunday. He and Mrs. Kurtii and the congregation were guests at the home of Mrs. Lyla Sotka for a potluck luncheon following services. Grange News The new year’s Grays River Gra...
The Eagle is proud to partner with the WCSO to bring you this monthly message from your local Sheriff. Hello from your Sheriff! I’d like to refresh everyone on some traffic laws pertaining to dirt bikes and UTVs, commonly referred to as “side-by-sides.” Side-by-sides/UTVs are allowed on non-highway public roads with speed limits of 35 miles per hour or lower. Side-by-sides/UTVs may cross public roads exceeding 35 miles per hour to a maximum of 60 miles per hour at ninety-degree intersections for the purpose of continuing on a 35 miles per h...
During Tuesday’s meeting of the Wahkiakum County Commissioners, the commissioners approved the re-appointment of Lore Twiet to the Noxious Weed Control Board. Twiet’s term recently expired, and the commissioners approved a new four-year term that will expire Dec. 31, 2029. The commissioners then noted there still is a vacancy in Weed District No. 1 / Deep River. More re-appointments followed, as it was noted the Johnson Park Advisory Board had two board members - Denise Blanchard and Jamie Samms - whose terms have expired. The com...
Each year, Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States selects an emergency medical technician, a law enforcement officer, a firefighter, and 911 dispatcher/telecommunicator to receive public servant awards. Local VFW posts submit a winner from each category to their State VFW department headquarters. The department then selects a single winner for each of the four awards and submits those to VFW National Headquarters. The VFW National Emergency Medical Technician Public Servant Award applies...
If you've driven down Loop Road in Grays River recently you may have noticed something missing at the intersection with Covered Bridge Road. Last week, members of the Grays River Grange discovered the Covered Bridge sign had been damaged and was barely standing, supported by a single rotted post. Working with county commissioners, members of the Grange removed the sign and took it to the Grays River Grange. Due to the extent of the damage, it cannot be reinstalled and will instead be displayed...
With the help of Town Attorney Fred Johnson, Mayor Nicholas Sevald took the Oath of Office Friday, Jan. 16, inside Town Hall. Sevald's speech included expressions of appreciation for his family "for their love and support throughout the campaign" and "for allowing his continued test of that love and support" while he fulfills his duties of office. "Wayn, Theo, Lyla, and Davers, you are the reason I do anything at all," said Sevald. "I am so proud of each of you and am excited to see you grow...
Just some random thoughts Almost weekly, I get feedback from y'all on the content of our Eagle Outdoors column. "That was nice," and "I wish you'd write about this." Once someone said, albeit politely, "How can anyone as dense as yourself find his way out of bed in the morning," finishing with the novel "Do you hide your own Easter eggs" comment. To be honest, Julie helps with the first part of that equation. As for the second, I've not thought of that; however, it might certainly increase the...
