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Due to updated guidance from the Centers for Disease Control, the Astor Street Opry Company has decided to cancel their upcoming performances of The Real Lewis and Clark Story. They will provide updates as they have them....
To alleviate financial challenges resulting from the coronavirus outbreak, Fibre Federal Credit Union is offering a variety of financial support options. Concerns about reduced income, missed work, or other financial matters are prevalent at this time, so Fibre encourages members to reach out about their current situation if they’ve been adversely affected by COVID-19. Fibre is offering an extra skip payment on a qualified loan with a waived fee, emergency personal loans, debt consolidation, and loan relief assistance for existing loans. M...
In light of the ongoing developments related to the current coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, and its impact on financial markets, the Securities Division of Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) is reminding investors in Washington to beware of con artists seeking to capitalize on fear and uncertainty. “We know con artists are opportunistic and use current events to cloak their schemes with an air of immediacy and legitimacy. Never make an investment decision without understanding what you are investing in, who you are doing business w...
NICE WEEKEND--You'll probably be reading this after some rainy days, but boy, last weekend sure was nice! The cold mornings weren't so great but those sunny afternoons made for the perfect time to till gardens and mow lawns and get out and do some yard work, so that was great. While Monday saw some rain, it also came with a few sun breaks, so that cheered folks up, and considering we may have a week of drippy weather, we'll take all the sun breaks we can get! NOT GOOD--Unfortunately, with all that sunny, warm weather, a whole lot of folks...
The Cathlamet Seed Exchange, scheduled for March 28 at the Cathlamet Community Center, as well as the Rosburg Seed Exchange, scheduled for March 21 at Johnson Park, are both canceled for now with new dates to be determined for later this spring. In the meantime, WSU Wahkiakum County Extension and WSU Master Gardeners are coordinating a virtual seed exchange for gardeners ready to start their early season seeds now. To participate, complete a short online survey with contact information and seed requests, and WSU Master Gardeners will prepare...
The Cathlamet Town Council will implement remote access to town council meetings via ZOOM, effective immediately. You can download the app or join meetings in one of the following ways: · Join via computer, tablet or smartphone: https://zoom.us/j/7894284989. · Join via dial in telephone: 1-669-900-6833; 1-346-248-7799; 1-929-205-6099; 1-253-215-8782; 1-301-715-8592; 1-312-626-6799. · You will need to enter the meeting ID to utilize any of these options: Meeting ID: 789 428 498....
Reducing the spread of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and protecting vulnerable populations is their highest priority. Lower Columbia College is taking several additional precautionary steps toward this end. · Campus will be closed to all students and visitors March 20 - April 14. · All events and activities are canceled March 20 - April 14. · Spring quarter will run April 20 - June 18 (previously scheduled for April 6 – June 18). · Spring quarter instruction will be delivered online as much as possible. Faculty will provide more speci...
While the WSU Extension office is closed, faculty and volunteers are available to help you. WSU Master Gardeners are ready to help answer your gardening questions. It's that time of year when everything starts growing and as problems occur, they have the solutions. The WSU Master Gardener Clinic will be closed to in-person visits, but they can be contacted in a couple ways. You can reach them at 360-577-3014, Ext.8. Leave a message, and one of their Master Gardener Volunteers will get back to you quickly. Probably the best way to contact them...
Silly Things People Say This article is dedicated to the faithful readers of The Wahkiakum County Eagle who have a sense of humor; as for the rest I have no idea what to tell you. I am writing slowly because I understand some of you can’t read fast. All the isolation because of the virus has many people talking to themselves. I talk to myself all the time and some might find that a bit irritating; however, when I do talk to myself my conversations are really quite lively. The real but modest irritation for me is when I call myself and the p...
Fibre Federal Credit Union is stepping up to help ensure children don’t go hungry while schools are closed. Fibre pledges to donate up to $55,000, which will be disbursed to help each of the 24 school districts within its service areas across seven counties in Oregon and Washington. Collectively, these districts serve over 37,000 total students. A minimum of $2,000 will support schools in Wahkiakum County as a supplement to state-funded breakfasts and lunches already offered by the schools. Shannon Cahoon, Community Development Manager for Fibr...
While Cathlamet Public Library is closed, library materials checked out and due on or after March 10, have had their due dates extended until April 30, 2020, and will not be accruing fines. That due date will be moved into the future if the closure continues. As they work through future options, continue to contact them at 360-795-3254 or email Librarian Carol Blix at carol@townofcathlamet.com. They will also post updates to their website at . The website offers a variety of resources such as ebooks, e-audiobooks, resource databases, available...
On March 22 the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission (Parks), Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW), and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced the closure of all state campgrounds across Washington to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. Campgrounds will remain closed through April 30. The closure includes roofed accommodations like cabins and yurts. No new campers will be allowed into Parks, WDFW, or DNR lands beginning Monday, March 23. Current campers will be phased out following instructions from land officials. Da...
Due to the recent COVID-19 outbreak, the Wahkiakum Conservation District monthly meetings will be held the first working Monday of the month via teleconference line. Those interested in attending should contact District Manager, Darin Houpt at 360-355-3514. The April board meeting will be at 3 p.m., on Thursday April 9, 2020....
WILD WEATHER--Last Thursday was a super gorgeous day and everyone was enjoying the sun and basically scoffing at the idea of the "snowflake" on their weather apps on their phones, until Friday morning, and then there it was: snow! It seems like Friday the Thirteenth was more like April Fools' Day and we went from flip flops to boots in a matter of hours! We had a few more flakes the next day, but most of the heavier amounts of snow were east of us, so that suited me just fine, but I was pretty amazed to see the white blankets of snow in some...
The Washington State Department of Health, alongside partners at Bloodworks Northwest, is encouraging eligible donors to continue to give blood. Growing concerns about COVID-19 is leading to an increased number of canceled blood drives, which is impacting the amount of blood available for those in need. This is creating a significant public health risk and puts our local blood supply in danger of collapse. “Our region’s blood stores are extremely low. We should not let fear from one health issue create another,” Gov. Jay Inslee said. “I en...
In order to be proactive about the current situation, the Community Center will be closed until further notice. We will keep you posted as we learn more. Local restaurants will be doing take out orders and they are doing a great job at keeping up morale and making delicious food. The Hope center will not be hosting senior lunch or fitness club, but you can contact Denise at 360-425-3430 ext 259 at the CAP office and arrange to pick up senior lunches in a drive-by manner. AA meetings at the Hope Center are canceled. As we get through this...
Wahkiakum Food and Farm Network and WSU Wahkiakum County Extension will present a farm roundtable on Thursday, March 26 at 3 p.m., on COVID-19 and emergency/contingency planning for your farm. Local Puget Island farmer and epidemiologist, Dr. Mark Schmidt, will speak on his perspective on COVID-19 and its impact on his farm and community involvement. Mike Gaffney, emergency operations specialist and director of Extension, will present on Strategic Emergency Management Concerns and Continuity of Operations and Recovery planning. Dr. Susan Kerr,...
For the safety of patrons, volunteers, and staff, and to meet the requirements of the large event ban in Oregon, the Liberty Theatre will be closed until late April. More information is coming soon. Those holding tickets to a canceled show are asked to wait a few days to contact them. This type of event is unprecedented, and they've had to upgrade their ticketing software to handle it....
Reducing the spread of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and protecting vulnerable populations is their highest priority. Lower Columbia College is taking several additional precautionary steps toward this end. · Campus will be closed to all students and visitors March 20 - April 14. · All events and activities are canceled March 20 - April 14. · Spring quarter will run April 20 - June 18 (previously scheduled for April 6 – June 18). · Spring quarter instruction will be delivered online as much as possible. Faculty will provide more speci...
Blossoms from flowering trees are starting to decorate the region in another sign of approaching Spring. Photo by Rick Nelson....
Sanity check The outbreak of the corona virus has left many with some fears that are unfounded and at times silly. This virus is a serious threat to everyone, but it would be wise to get the facts straight before making assumptions and creating a panic where there should not be one. While in a grocery store recently, I commented to a man that I had heard that Corona beer sales have dropped because of the virus. I thought it was a joke and so did he. When I said it, another man behind us began laughing hysterically. He looked at us and said...
The Eagle has received word that the St. Patrick's Day Parade of Irish wolfhounds and their handlers and friends has been cancelled....
From Carrie Backman, Wahkiakum County Co-operative Extension Agent Washington State University Master Gardeners are dedicated volunteers who deliver science-based information in all 39 counties through county extension offices, like WSU Wahkiakum County Extension in Cathlamet. Master Gardeners help to conserve and enhance our natural resources while improving the quality of life and well being of Washington State residents. WSU Master Gardeners spend more than 100 hours in training lead by WSU faculty, and give back a minimum of 40 hours of...
By Chris Lewis The Cathlamet Community Garden offers plots for the gardener to grow healthy food for their household. The plot caretakers also help with the Food Bank portions of the Community Garden which provide the community with healthy choices at the Food Bank. I have had a garden plot for several seasons. On bright sunny days I enjoy working in my plot and visiting with the other gardeners. I have several health issues and growing some of my own veggies ensures that I have a nice supply of healthy organic veggies. There is always the...
Green Grows the Lawn From Wahkiakum Master Gardeners We all have visions of a swath of the perfect green lawns. They can require constant care, a ton of money and countless hours of time. Here are some suggestions to make lawn care a less stressful endeavor. Choose the right grass for your area. Consider the climate- hot, cold, wet, dry. How much sun or shade? Does your site get rough use, heavy traffic, some coarse textured grass doesn’t mind some abuse. Steep slopes, rocky areas and paths are not good locations for grass, use some other p...
