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Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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Lacey Vik celebrated the grand opening of Wahkiakum Realty on April 25, with Lacey and her son, Arthur, cutting the ribbon in a ceremony sponsored by the Wahkiakum Chamber of Commerce. Courtesy photo....
Oregon and Washington have opened this year a portion of the lower Columbia River to spring chinook fishing four times since March 1. However, passage of the prized chinook at Bonneville Dam is just 12 percent of the 10-year average as of May 1, and catch by recreational anglers continues to be low, according to a two-state Columbia River Compact Spring Fishery Update, released May 1. Still, passage of the chinook at the dam is showing some improvement: As of April 23, passage was just 1,250 fish, the second lowest in the last 10 years and...
Recently released Healthy Youth Survey data show a high and increasing number of Washington youth reported feeling so sad or hopeless they stopped a usual activity or seriously considered suicide in the past year. The number of students who reported feeling anxious, nervous or on edge or not being able to stop worrying is also on the rise. Based on statewide rates, a typical 10th grade classroom of 29 students would include about: · 10 students who said they felt nervous, anxious or on edge or couldn’t stop or control worrying in the last tw...
The Master Gardener Plant Sale and Tomatopalooza will be held Saturday, May 18, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., at the Cowlitz Co. Fairgrounds Floral and Agriculture Buildings. All proceeds from the sale help to fund community outreach and workshops. There will be dozens of varieties of healthy tomatoes and peppers, as well as an expanded selection of herbs, perennial plants, and other veggies. And don't miss the raffles throughout the day. For a sneak preview of some of their offerings, including descriptions of different varieties of tomatoes, peppers, and...
NOT BAD--We had enough sunshine to mow the lawn this past weekend, although we had a few sprinkles the next day. However, I hear that was not the case in Cathlamet on Saturday morning as it was actually raining for a bit. Funny how a few miles can mean the difference between rain gear and just a light jacket! At any rate, the threat of a deep chill had some folks really scrambling, as many had already purchased new plants during those sunny days and then suddenly found themselves faced with a frost warning. It was a nippy, frosty 27 degrees...
Wow! It is already May. This is the start of our busy season. Hope everyone is enjoying the nice weather. We have several events happening this month. On May 5 the Wahkiakum Fair Foundation will hold its Cinco De Mayo dinner. Then on May 11 the monthly Flea Market will take place in the youth building. Also on that day will be the first leg of the Silver Buckle Series. If you haven't been to a Flea Market you are missing out. There is usually something there for everyone. We will have a clean up day at the fairgrounds on May 18 from 10 a.m.,...
Giants hold benefit concert at Grange Last Thursday, Grays River Grange #124 had a concert with Giants in the Trees as their record release benefit concert to benefit Moon Mertz who has multiple sclerosis. People can still donate to help by sending donations through PayPal at rosecreekretreat@gmail.com. Robert Novoselic was on hand early to help prepare for this event. This band has an exceptional sound that is new and fascinating. Giants in the Trees electrified the audience with songs from the...
This Saturday and every first Saturday of the month is photography club. If you have interest in learning about cameras, capturing beautiful snapshots or are simply trying to adopt a new hobby, this is a great chance to do all three. The club meets from 10-noon here at the CC and everyone is welcome. Another club for everyone is the RAKs club. Write down a random act of kindness you have given or received and drop it into the RAKs jar. Speaking of doing great deeds, tomorrow, May 3, is Dress A Girl @ 1 p.m. These ladies make dresses for little...
The Tsuga Gallery will offer a series of creative classes the first Monday of each month. The class on Monday, May 6 will be "Come Paint With Leslie" from 6-7:30 p.m. Leslie Billington has lectured in many different venues and has a unique way of encouraging one to find and tap into their own imagination. This class will use watercolors as a medium to discover your creative self. It will be a beginning class that focuses on creativity for those eight years old and above. The fee for...
Three former women political candidates joined in as a non-partisan panel at Wahkiakum High School on April 29 to answer questions from students, promote women getting involved in politics, and civil discourse. This discussion was organized by Wahkiakum High School leadership with help from Stephanie Leitz and Amber Rosewood. Dixie Kolditz (Republican) from Wahkiakum County ran for Legislative District 19 in 2012, Theresa Purcell (Democrat) from Cowlitz County ran for LD 19 in 2016, and Carolyn...
Plans for the 2019 Wahkiakum Warriors and Widows Salmon Derby, scheduled for August 26-27, began to take shape on Tuesday evening during the organizers' first meeting of the year. The event is in its fifth year and brings Wahkiakum County volunteers together with post 9/11 service men and women, veterans, widows, and Gold Star families for a day of fishing on the Columbia River. Last year, nearly 40 people came to Cathlamet to participate in the event. The idea for the event was conceived by Bud Mickelsen, who passed away last year, and...
A Mother’s Day performance featuring the Castle Rock Men’s Ensemble will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday, May 12, at the St. James Episcopal Church in Cathlamet. Twenty-two men’s voices blend in a variety of folk songs, gospel hymns, show tunes and light opera. This is the fifth consecutive year the group has performed at the church. Organized 25 years ago, and now under the direction of Clarance Knutson, the ensemble is well known in the area. There is no charge. A free-will offering will be taken and refreshments will be served. All are welco...
The Wahkiakum Lions Club will hold their annual White Cane Days Campaign May 3-4. All funds collected are used to help people in the local area afford to have hearing aids and glasses and help with surgery if necessary....
Johnson Park has a few special events coming up: Bingo Night is on May 11 from 6-8 p.m. There will be prizes and refreshments, mark your calenders and come on down. Also, if you noticed, this is Johnson Park News. At the April 17 board meeting, it was decided that the name will from now on be Johnson Park. This was the name first originated long ago. Come by and check out the exercise room. Nick Berry and Diana Berry did an amazing job. New flooring will be coming soon, we are so excited. Also the internet is being upgraded this month, there...
Lucky youngsters received prize baskets at the recent Wahkiakum Lions Club Easter Egg hunt. Pictured above, middle, is Korbin Barth, and below, middle row, l-r, Andrew Ogle and Cameron Funderburk, and bottom row, l-r Kyler Gilbert and Preslee Eaton. Lions Club photos....
May brings North Coast Chorale performing again for the residents of the Pacific Northwest with more entertaining and insightful music. At 7 p.m. on Friday, May 17th and 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 19th, the Chorale will present “Songs of the Earth” in the Performing Arts Center (16th and Franklin), Astoria. This cantata, written by Hal Eastburn, reflects the Native American belief in the sacredness of the earth. It speaks of the connections between everything that exists on the earth and in the air that surrounds it. “Songs of the Earth” is music o...
The Charlotte House, a program of St. James Family Center, will host a free legal clinic on Friday May 10 from 1-2:30 p.m., in Cathlamet and from 3-4:30 p.m., in Grays River. Jeffrey Keddie, an Attorney with Northwest Justice Project, will present information on their services as well as help individuals with specific family law questions, such as how to get a divorce, determine primary custody and visitation and/or establish child support. Those interested in learning more about this clinic must call The Charlotte House at 360-795-6401 or...
Community Home Health & Hospice will offer a training class for its Pet Peace of Mind® program. Volunteers who are interested in helping with the program are welcome to attend class on Wednesday, May 8, 2-3:30 p.m., at Community Home Health & Hospice, 1035 11th Ave., Longview. In partnership with the national Pet Peace of Mind® program, Community Home Health & Hospice offers complimentary volunteer support and services for the pets of hospice patients. Hospice patients may face difficulty providing care for their pets. Pet Peace of Mind® of...
Mike Backman and Heidi Heywood joined other volunteers to Tidy Up the Town on Saturday. The event honored a regular participant, Kay Cochran, who passed away in March. Photo by Diana Zimmerman....
The Wahkiakum High School FFA and CTE students have participated in an assortment of activities in March. Pictured in Photo 1, students went to FFA districts at Toutle Lake. One of the contests that took place was the first year competition which the WHS team placed third and advanced to state. The members were Kimberly Watkins, Alex Watkins, Courtney Carlson, Megan Leitz, and Landon Luce. The Extemporaneous Public Speaking Contest, Nai'a Freeman placed second, Colton Vik third, Landon Luce...
The Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Council of Governments will be coordinating a Complete Count Committee for the 2020 Census. The committee will include representatives from both Cowlitz and Wahkiakum Counties. Complete count committees (CCC) are volunteer committees established to increase awareness and motivate residents to respond to the 2020 Census. CCCs serve as state and local “census ambassador” groups that play an integral part in ensuring a complete and accurate count of the community in the 2020 Census. Success of the census depends on com...
An Electric Vehicle Readiness and Autonomous Vehicle Plan is being developed by regional governmental bodies, and part of this plan is to better understand current and anticipated electric vehicle use and opinions on autonomous vehicles. All people living in Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Lewis, Pacific, or Wahkiakum Counties or Rainier, Ore., are encouraged to participate. The online survey reportedly takes less than five minutes to complete. It is available through the Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Council of Governments (CWCOG) home hage (www.cwcog.org), or...
CLOUDY START--It was a fairly gloomy Easter morning, but around midday it turned out real nice, so it was a pretty great day to celebrate Easter. Monday morning was nice as well, but it clouded up by noon and soon the drizzle started to fall. So, it looks like our forecast is still a mix of this and that. Here's to more sunny days than wet ones as we say good-bye to April and hello to May! SPECIAL DAYS--Those celebrating birthdays this coming week are Kent Martin, Mike Snow, Tom Blalock, Ricky Montgomery, Robert Meyer, Debbie McClain, Kelly McC...
Grange installs new sign for Meserve Park William Nelson Meserve 1867-1953 and his wife Harriet Alta Meserve 1878-1951 operated the Meserve Store at approximately the same location as the park lies today in Grays River. William was not always a mercantile man as most might think. As early as 1889 he along with his friend Simon Benson fell logs for a living when their only tool was an ax. The Grays River Grange #124 added the new sign for Meserve Park made from salvaged redwood donated by Erik...
Visit to introduce new historical fiction titles Cathlamet author Lilly Robbins Brock will appear at the Cathlamet Public Library on Saturday, May 11 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. She will share her newest novel, Intrepid Journey, the first book in the Bennett Family Saga, based on research of her own pioneer family coming to the Pacific Northwest to homestead in the late 1800's. She promises a tale of an action-packed historic journey with romantic elements. Mrs. Brock will also introduce her husband's...
