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Anglers fishing for halibut in Washington waters will have more halibut to catch during the 2019 season compared to recent years. Recreational halibut seasons announced by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) are based on a statewide quota of 277,100 pounds, up by an average of 19 percent over the past three years. Those fisheries are set to get underway May 2 in both state coastal waters and in marine areas 5-10 in Puget Sound. Information about descending devices can be found on WDFW's webpage at https://w...
And they're off! It doesn't take long for the kids to find all the eggs, especially when they've got family to help. Youngsters of all ages gathered Saturday in Skamokawa for egg hunts at Skamokawa Vista Park and the county fairgrounds. When it's your first Easter Egg Hunt, you might need a little extra help. The littlest ones enjoyed some fun and so did their parents, at Skamokawa Fairgrounds. See more photos under the photo tab at www.waheagle.com Raven shows off one of the eggs she found at...
The photo printed in last week's edition of Wahkiakum High School artist Mikaila Bigelow didn't include her art: Here she is with her digital work. Photo courtesy of Sue Garn....
WET/CHANGES COMING--We have certainly had some wet and breezy days lately, which also came with some heavy squalls of hail, but thankfully, our forecasters are telling us that we're supposed to be getting some sunshine for several days. I'm sure I'm not alone when I say that I truly hope that's one forecast that's spot on, as these April showers are getting a bit depressing! SPECIAL DAYS--Those celebrating birthdays from April 18-24 are Linda Mahitka, Max Schmitz, Marie Allen, Alyssa Braman, Susan McClain Kuhn, Jeri (Terpsma) Pierce, Nancy Gran...
Loggers are Awesome The 9th Annual Loggers' Reunion at the Appelo Archives Center last Saturday in Naselle was a wonderful experience not only for the memories that were shared, but also for the little glimpse into the past brought to us by 95-year-old Ed Wirkkala and 90-year-old Bob Zeismer. These men were part of a time when men went through the school of hard knocks to learn their craft to become teachers themselves to others to continue the dangerous tradition of being a logger. They were...
The Seal River Cemetery Association Annual Meeting has been set for April 27 at 2:30 p.m. at the Grays River Fire Hall. Anyone with an interest in this Washington Territory cemetery is encouraged to attend as they discuss cemetery maintenance and other aspects of operations. This year’s clean-up day is set for May 18 with the time to be announced closer to the date. The association hires the monthly mowing during the grass growing season but the clean-up day supplements the regular mowing schedule and then the cemetery looks nice for M...
On April 18 at noon, WSU Master Gardener Alice Slusher will discuss the tips she uses to produce a bountiful crop of red tomatoes. You will learn how to get your tomatoes off to an early start and what it takes to produce a great harvest of tomatoes. The program, sponsored by Washington State University Extension, will be held for free at the Cowlitz Co. Museum, 405 Allen Street, Kelso. No registration is needed. For more information, contact Gary Fredricks at 577-3014 Ext 3 or garyf@wsu.edu....
Evelyn Clark, a Wahkiakum High School graduate, will represent Washington in the 2019 Miss USA pageant which will air live on Fox on May 2 at 8 p.m. EDST. Family, as well as new friends and old, gave Clark a send off at the River Mile 38 Brewery on Sunday. Clark was excited about the next step in her adventure: traveling to Reno on April 21 to join the other contestants and begin rehearsing for the big show. She had a lot to do this week, but one of her most pressing concerns was what to pack....
The Lower Columbia College Fighting Smelt Speech and Debate Team earned several awards and other honors at Phi Rho Pi Nationals in Reno, NV. Phi Rho Pi is the national forensic association representing two-year colleges. Its weeklong national tournament is considered the premier end-of-season speech and debate competition for community college students. In total, five students from LCC competed in seven different speech and debate categories. Mitchell Levy of Kelso earned a bronze medal in IPDA...
Wow! April is half over and it is time for a fun filled weekend in Skamokawa. On Friday night head out to the fairgrounds for a night of fun playing bingo. Yes it’s time for Easter Bingo! Cards are 3 for $10.00 and gets you a chance at winning a nice ham for Easter Dinner, the big Raffle Prize is a 42" TV and of course the fair board has been working on prizes for the Raffle Table. Doors open at 5 p.m., and bingo starts at 6 p.m. Then on Saturday don't forget the Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt at Vista Park. It starts at 11 a.m. on the dot, d...
Come see raptors, songbirds, waterfowl and maybe the elusive threatened Columbia White-Tailed Deer at Julia Butler Hansen National Wildlife Refuge. This field trip on Sunday, April 21, is sponsored by Willapa Hills Audubon Society. Meet trip leaders Kyleen Austin and Andrew Emlen at the headquarters' entrance between 8:00--8:15 a.m. for a 3 to 4 hour tour by car and on foot on level roads. Dress for the weather and bring your own snacks and water. To sign up, contact Charlotte Persons (360) 431-1174 or cpeople2u@gmail.com. Space is still...
Lion Renee Robert received her Silver Pin from Lion President Terri Elfers on Monday for bringing a new member to the Lions Club in 2018. She will receive a gold pin when that member is retained for another year. Courtesy photo....
The winner of the 35th annual Great White Tail Run art contest is Galina Goldinov, a 7th grader at John C. Thomas Middle School. Galina will receive $25 and a shirt with her design. Second place winner, Shayla Russell and third place winner, Reagen Hoogendoorn are both students at John C. Thomas Middle School and will receive art supplies for their entries. Honorable Mention: Alison Will, Kamryn Watkins, Mackenzie Murray, Margarita Goldinov, Reagyn Watkins and Yanessa Licerocarillo, who are all students of the Wahkiakum School District. The...
Instructor Mike Karvia, Assistant Chief of Training in Pacific County, was at the Puget Island Fire Station last Thursday to spend a couple hours working with local volunteer firefighters on improving their roof ventilation skills. He began by explaining what they would be doing. The firefighter in front would be making the cuts, but the volunteer behind him/her had an important role as well. The chainsaw had to be started on the ground, with the second person carrying the chain saw up the...
On April 26, there will be a free class to teach parents and caregivers how to give CPR to infants and toddlers. It will be held at Valley Bible Church starting at 10 a.m. It should be over by noon. Ed Hunt, RN and local EMT, will be the instructor. He has many years of experience in the medical field and he teaches the class well. "Having this information is valuable for a parent/caregiver/teacher, and it would be worth your time to attend," said coordinator Becky Erickson. "This is not a certification class, but rather a class to inform and...
On April 27 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m., a free event will be held at The Liberty Theatre, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria. Participants are asked to RSVP. One of only two wind players to have been awarded the Avery Fisher Prize since the award's inception in 1974, David Shifrin is in constant demand as an orchestral soloist, recitalist and chamber music collaborator. Mr. Shifrin has appeared with the Philadelphia and Minnesota Orchestras and the Dallas, Seattle, Houston, Milwaukee, Detroit and Denver symphonies among many others in the US, and...
Are you day dreaming about sailing down the river? Do you already have your boat shoes on? If so, then you might be excited to know that next Tuesday, April 23, Wahkiakum Outdoors brings you another informational presentation, and just in time for boating season! Please join us at the Hope Center @ 6:30 p.m., to get a refresher course in safe boating, tides, river gear and PFD. Folks of all ages are welcome to attend. Also coming up is the annual ‘Tidy up the Town’. This is always a lot of fun and a great way to pitch in to your community. Pol...
Washington's salmon fisheries set for 2019-20 Washington anglers can expect a mixed bag of salmon fisheries this year with increased coho opportunities in the ocean and the Columbia River, but additional necessary restrictions to protect chinook in Puget Sound. The state's 2019 salmon fishing seasons, developed by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) and treaty tribal co-managers, were finalized during the Pacific Fishery Management Council's (PFMC) meeting in Rohnert Park, Calif. This year's fisheries were designed to take...
On April 30 at 6:00 p.m., WSU Master Gardener Vicki Williams will present the details on what is needed for straw bale gardening and answer questions. Handouts will be available to attendees, along with Washington State University backed references. The class will be held for free in the Fair Exposition located in Longview at the Cowlitz County Fairgrounds. The workshop is sponsored by Washington State University Extension Master Gardeners. For more information, contact Gary Fredricks at 577-3014 Ext 3....
Cookin’ Country 105.5, KUKN has announced the new rescheduled date for the KUKN Acoustic Concert with Jessica Meuse. Warrior Records recording artist and songwriter Jessica Meuse will now perform on Thursday, May 16 at 7 p.m., at The Columbia Theatre. The show was originally scheduled for April 10 but was cancelled due to illness. All tickets from the April 10 date will be honored at the new date. Just bring your tickets to the show. Jessica Meuse grew up in Alabama. She has wowed audiences since the age of 10 and plays several instruments (...
The Cowlitz Coin Club of Longview-Kelso is celebrating its 51st annual coin show on April 27, at the AWPPW Hall, located at 724 15th Avenue in Longview. Show hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and admission, parking and dealer appraisals are all free. At the show, the public can buy, sell and trade coins, currency, tokens and medals from numerous Pacific Northwest dealers. There will be hourly drawings, along with a raffle for a half-ounce American Gold Eagle coin and five one-ounce American Silver Eagle coins. You do not need to be present to win...
The Naselle Community Center held its 2nd event on Saturday, March 30th from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Artists came from Longview, Astoria, Ilwaco and Naselle to display and sell their beautiful pieces of art. Framed and matted paintings, drawings and prints were beautifully displayed upstairs while homemade jewelry, woven baskets and photography art was downstairs. Local community members provided delicious open-faced sandwiches, local homemade apple cider and wine samples. Visitors came from...
WILD ONE--The end of last week saw us with a bit of everything out here, as it was sunny one minute, then blowing and raining the next, then a rainbow shown in the skies with sunshine and dark clouds and then it got dark and the thunder rolled and it hailed like crazy; a real Spring mix! SPECIAL DAYS--Those celebrating birthdays from April 11-17 are Logan Britt, Andrew Emlen, Brent Mahitka, Dan Keilwitz, Bryan Ledtke, Brock Cothren, Kael McKinley, Janine Helms, Chris Doumit, Mike Crouse, Sara Havens Brown, Savannah Burdick, Stephanie Olsen,...
Wow! It is already April. This Saturday is the Flea Market; hope everyone will come out and find a treasure or two. Tables are still only $10 and all you have to do is call the office and I will get you one. (360)795-3480. We will have a very busy spring and summer at the fair grounds. Next month the Silver Buckle series starts and it will be a 5-part series this year. A big thank you to Val and all of her volunteers for all of their hard work. The funds from the Silver Buckle this year will be going back in to making the arena better. So...
Reader Recipe Request: Chicken Enchiladas To some chicken enchiladas are a dime a dozen and I would have to agree. I have tried chicken enchiladas from every Mexican restaurant within a 50 mile radius and I would come to the same conclusion: I’ll make my own. The following recipe is derived from an idea that was given to my wife in 1975 from a Mexican girl in the desert in southern California. The problem with most chicken enchilada recipes is that the chicken is first boiled and then immediately shredded. This leaves the chicken dry and b...
