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On February 5, Wahkiakum VFW Post 5297 presented Colton Vik, 1st place winner of Voice of Democracy youth essay competition, with a certificate and a cash award of $200. Left to right, Bob Roche, Youth Essay Program Director, Colton Vik, Bill Tawater, Post Commander. Photo by Esther Roche. On February 7, Bob Roche presented Kaden Anderson, 2nd place winner of Voice of Democracy youth essay competition, with a certificate and a cash award of $100. Not pictured....
Kenneth Ford, born August, 1947, died January, 2021....
The Wahkiakum High School first semester honor roll for the 2020-2021 school year has been announced. 4.0 grade – point average: 9th grade: Klauvinia Cernal, Nathan Garrett, Galina Goldinov, Svetlana Goldinov, Lilian Hale, Solei Langan, Pierce Leavitt, Grant Wilson and Avrey Wiltse-Hiatt. 10th grade: Sofiya Goldinov and Reigha Niemeyer. 11th grade: Cooper Grasseth, Jerinyah Johnson, Megan Leitz and Josephine Young. 12th Grade: Shannon Dela Cruz, Logan LaBerge, Jake Leitz and Ashden Niemeyer. 3.99 – 3.25 GPA 9th grade: Amirah Abdul-Kariem, Zakka...
The Cowlitz Wahkiakum Council of Governments (CWCOG) is requesting assistance from area businesses to understand the effect of the pandemic-related restrictions on our community. Participants are asked to complete a brief 15 question survey. Business owners are encouraged to participate even if that business has experienced temporary or permanent closure due to the pandemic. The survey will be available all month and will capture information from the month prior. It will be updated monthly to capture the changing impact of the pandemic on the...
The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) will offer a free webinar to help poultry owners protect their birds from avian influenza as cases continue to increase worldwide. Although the webinar is free, space is limited so reserve a spot by registering for the webinar. It is important to report unusual illnesses or deaths in birds. If only one or two birds in your flock are sick, contact your veterinarian. Report increases in illness or death rates in your flock to WSDA directly at ahealth@agr.wa.gov or by calling (360) 902-1878 or...
The Lower Columbia College Fighting Smelt Speech & Debate Team took third place in overall team sweepstakes out of 23 competing colleges at the Aztec Invitational Tournament, hosted by San Diego State University. This result shows that the Fighting Smelt stack up competitively against top programs from around the country as they prepare for end of season national tournaments. Ilinca Slabu of Longview won the Gold award and was named top speaker in open IPDA debate. Slabu also finished fifth in persuasive speaking, fourth in informative...
Would you like to cut down on grocery costs without sacrificing nutrition? On February 16 at noon, Certified Nutrition Educator Debbie Fredricks will share some tried-and-true steps to having a lower grocery bill when trying to eat healthier. A free 45 minute presentation will be followed by the opportunity to ask questions about the topic. No need to register, just pop in. Connection information (you must have a zoom account--sign up for one at zoom.us), then join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS, or Android: https://wsu.zoom.us/j/...
Eligible commercial fishing, shellfish, charter and seafood sector industry members who have been negatively impacted by the covid-19 pandemic can now apply with the Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission (PSMFC) for assistance. Industry members who experienced a gross revenue loss from January through July, 2020, greater than 35 percent of their 2015-2019 average, are eligible to apply for federal relief funding. Washington-based commercial fishers who fish in Alaska are also eligible. Under Section 12005 of the CARES Act, Congress...
By Diana Zimmerman Rebekah "Bekah" Neves travels to Florida every year to spend a few weeks with her father. It was there that she found a vocation that will likely serve her the rest of her life. "Every time I go there, he's working on someone's house," Bekah said. "I helped him and I fell in love with it. It's really relaxing." She's been learning how to use various tools, and has picked up a few skills along the way, helping to cement floors, cut cedar for ceilings, put in tiles, install...
Mackenzie Lawlor's world is wide open. The future is a mystery to this young woman, but she is up for the ride. The only certainty is a plan to take a gap year after she graduates, just to work, and "learn how the world is." After that, she might attend Lower Columbia College and study psychology. "I'll have to see where the world takes me," Mackenzie said. Kyle Hurley is her favorite teacher at Wahkiakum High School. The day starts with him in leadership class, where she and her classmates...
The southern accent is largely undetectable, but as Jerzie Coleman became more animated, the y'alls started flying. It was fun to hear, as were some of the descriptions of the cuisine she's been missing. "The food here," she said. "I don't know how y'all survive. I'm sorry, but it's really bland. What's the key thing over here? Game and fish? Hunting is really big down in the south too, but stuff would have flavor. It would have some kick to it. It was so good, but it was really bad for...
SOGGY--As this week begins, it's definitely a cloudy, drippy and dreary day, which might be the forecast for most of the week, while the weekend is looking a little nicer, but then, we all know how these forecasts can change on a dime. One can hope the drier but chillier forecast materializes, as I think some sunshine about now would do us all some good. However, considering that the Midwest and the East coast were getting hammered with a huge amount of snow and wind that has even shut down part of New York City, I won't complain too much...
Greetings from the fair office. Hope everyone had a wonderful January. I am sad to say that Valentine's Bingo has been canceled. I will let you know next week if we are able to have a flea market or not. The fair board is pushing forward with the Cruzin’ to the Fair Car Show; this year’s date is June 5. Mark your calendars now and we will get registrations out soon. If you would like to be a sponsor for this event call the office and leave your name and number and I will get back to you as soon as possible. If you would like to be added to the...
On February 9 from 12:00 – 12:30 p.m., WSU Master Gardener Carolyn Winchell will present a free on-line class on when to plant your garden, and ways to safely plant summer vegetable plants earlier. No need to register, just pop in. Connection information (you must have a zoom account--sign up for one at zoom.us), then join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS, or Android: https://wsu.zoom.us/j/7756056320?pwd=RzVxbTl0dXpyUjJjSDdsWnJuTXdydz09 Meeting ID: 775 605 6320 Password: 12345 You can also call in by phone (no Zoom account necessary). Phone Call: +1 2...
John C. Thomas Middle School has released the list of 2nd quarter honorees. 8th grade: 4.0- Alaina Nakonsky and Montana Stephens. Phillip Goldinov, Kavi Welker and Savannah Ellis. 7th grade: 4.0- Josiah Garrett, Evelyn Hogue and Parker Leitz. Margarita Goldinov, Kamden Scuito, Maddi Grangroth, Preston West, Joslynn Kuljis, Cooper Carlson and Rylie Wills. 6th grade: 4.0- R. Samantha Del Cruz and Henry Wilson. Lucas Jacobs, Malia Scott, Charles Pascoe JR, Abigail McKay-Beach, Tucker Kangas, Evelynn Miller and Raylynne Ogle....
Booklets containing 1040 and 1040-SR tax forms, Schedules 1 through 3, and Schedule LEP (request for change in language preference) for 2020 have been delivered to the Cathlamet Public Library. Detailed instruction booklets for the forms have not yet arrived. The library is currently providing curbside service only and closed to public entry, but patrons may knock on the front door to request tax forms during scheduled open hours, Tuesdays through Saturdays, 2-5 p.m. For further questions phone 360-795-3254, or email carol@t...
Submitted by Suzanne Holmes President, Pioneer Community Association Perseverance is persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success. Over the years of seemingly never-ending projects, there is no single word that better describes the actions of the Pioneer Community Association than perseverance. We see the Cathlamet Pioneer Center as a work in progress and during the crazy Covid-19 Summer of 2020, despite difficulty and delay, we were able to complete major structural projects that will keep this historic build...
The Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Council of Governments (CWCOG) will conduct a series of business forums over the course of the year, focusing on recovery and resilience for businesses in the region. Forums will generally cover updates on grant and loan options for continuing operation, legislation that may affect businesses, and other topics that may be of interest to local business owners. The most significant portion of time in each forum is reserved for business owners wanting to share their thoughts and experiences with other members of the business...
Submitted by VFW Wahkiakum Post 5297 Photos courtesy of Nicci Reese On January 27 and 28, Veterans of Foreign Wars Wahkiakum Post 5297 presented certificates and cash awards to winners of the 2020 Patriots Pen and Youth Essay contest at the John C. Thomas Middle School and Julius A. Wendt Elementary School. Working alongside America's youth and instilling a sense of patriotism has always been a VFW priority. Each year VFW posts hold three essay competitions, the Voice of Democracy for grades...
Paige Mace If you are looking for Paige Mace, she'll be in one of two places: the gym or the woods near her home. Paige picked up a basketball the first year she could, and has been stealing, looking for the assist, and driving fearlessly to the basket ever since. "I play basketball for 12 out of 12 months a year," she said, when asked about other sports or hobbies. As an eighth grader, Mace got called up to the Mule varsity team. She counts herself lucky to have played with Peyton Souvenir,...
Every weekend, Damion Curl heads over to DeBriae logging to wash the pickups that come in at the end of the week, as well as 14 log trucks, service rigs, and dump trucks. It's quite an opportunity for this future mechanic. "It's what I want to become in my life," Damion said. "I'm a really hands on learner. I like to get my hands dirty. Growing up, I would build a lot with LEGO bricks. When my dad got quads, I'd work on them with him, and help him run our personal vehicles." "I remember there wa...
Teylor Sauer's favorite hour of the day is spent in the office, as a teacher's assistant. It's a bit like an internship, and it allows her some creative freedom. As part of ASB leadership, she sometimes uses the period to work on projects and plan for committees. She has a lot to be proud of, whether it's planning the Veterans' Day assembly, Christmas activities, or a project that improved life for many students at Wahkiakum High School. The locker room showers have always been communal, but...
MIXED--At the end of last week, we woke up to thick frost and temperatures in the low 20s in West Valley, so that certainly meant another log on the fire for those who use wood heat! Sunday it was back to cool but damp conditions with a moment or two of thick stuff hitting our windshield here, but, just about a mile up the road on KM Mountain, there was some accumlation starting to build, so the snow was not very far away and I heard there were several inches of snow on Beaver Creek. On this Monday morning, we currently have snow falling in...
The Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Council of Governments is conducting a survey to assess the housing needs and issues of availability and affordability in Cowlitz and Wahkiakum Counties. Results from this survey will be incorporated into the finalized Housing Needs Assessment document that will serve as an in-depth study of regional demographics, housing availability, housing affordability, and overall housing challenges in the southwestern Washington region and Rainier, Oregon. The Housing Needs Assessment Survey includes questions related to...
The Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Council of Governments (CWCOG), as the lead agency for the Southwest Washington Regional Transportation Planning Organization (RTPO), invites the public to comment on the draft 2020 Southwest Washington Coordinated Public Transit - Human Services Transportation Plan (CPT-HSTP) Amendment. The CPT-HSTP is a planning document that identifies the transportation needs of individuals with disabilities, seniors, young people, low-income individuals and others dependent on accessible transportation services to get them to where...
