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Lewis and Clark National Historical Park hosts its first trail run of the year on March 31, at Fort Clatsop to bid adieu to winter and greet the arrival of spring. The Lewis & Clark Trail Series includes exhilarating events along beautiful trails through forest landscapes, complete with a welcoming and friendly race atmosphere. These events are open to walkers and runners of all ages and provide the opportunity to experience the northwest coast the way people have for thousands of years – on footpaths. The March 31 event can be either an approx...
The Rosburg store has been a local icon since Mable and Leoni Olsen built it at its present location in 1951. The original store, according to to Mike Swanson, was next to the Rosburg Community Hall. He should know because he owned and operated the store for 27 years from 1981 until he sold it in 2008. Ed and Roni Miller along with Ed's brother, Landen, have bought the store and are in the process of remodeling. Ed and Landen's father grew up in Cathlamet. The two brothers often hunted in the co...
Razor clam diggers can return to various ocean beaches for a two-day opening beginning March 16. State shellfish managers with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) approved the dig on evening low tides after marine toxin tests showed the clams are safe to eat. The best digging will take place before sunset each night of the opening. The upcoming dig is approved on the following beaches, dates and evening low tides: March 16, Friday, 7:03 p.m.; +0.2 feet; Copalis, Mocrocks. March 17, Saturday, 7:36 p.m.; +0.2 feet; Long Beach,...
Rep. Jim Walsh, R-Aberdeen, will host a telephone town hall event for 19th District community members, Thursday, March 15. The community conversation, which is similar to a call-in radio format, will begin at 6 p.m. and last an hour. Walsh will take questions and provide an update on the outcome of the 2018 Legislative session. To participate residents can call (360) 499-8353. Once connected, callers can listen-in and press STAR (*) on their telephone keypad to ask a question. Residents with questions prior to the event, or those unable to...
The Wahkiakum County Democratic Party Convention and Legislative District 19 Caucus will be held Saturday, March 24, 10 a.m., at J.A. Wendt Multi-purpose room. County Democrats will gather for the purpose of adopting a county Democratic Party platform and electing a delegate to represent the Wahkiakum Democrats at the Washington State Democratic Party Convention to be held June 16 in Wenatchee. In accordance with the Washington State Party Delegate Selection Plan, all Wahkiakum County registered voters who declare that they are Democrats are...
Next Monday, March 19 from 10 a.m. – noon we will have a presentation on Diabetic foot care and footwear at the Community Center. If you are diabetic and have insurance, Medicare or are on a Washington funded Medicaid Plan the cost of shoes from Priority Footwear are covered. Please stop by for a free foot screening and receive a free pair of Diabetic socks. Snacks provided. On Wednesday, March 21 from 2-4 p.m., Wahkiakum Outdoors will host a presentation on Honey Bees and beekeeping by guest speaker Bill Holmes, President of the Cowlitz Bee K...
Local women participated in the Pink Boots Society Collaboration Brew Day at River Mile 38 Brewing Co. on Saturday, March 3. The group joined approximately 240 other teams around the world to brew their own batch of beer, and money raised from sales will go toward scholarships for women in the brewing business. Courtesy photos....
High School students mentoring second graders in robotics you ask? Certainly says Mr. Eli McElroy's 6th period computer science class and Mrs. Shelley Olsen's second graders. On March 8, the district launched its robotics and computer science mentoring program. Within a few weeks all kindergarten through third graders will be trained in robotics building, programming and problem solving by Mr. McElroy's class and Mr. Jeff Rooklidge's first period robotics class. A few weeks later fourth and...
The annual St. Patrick's Day Sidewalk Parade will be held at noon on Saturday March 17. All are welcome, including Irish, friends of the Irish and doggie friends of the Irish Wolfhounds. Participants will gather at the north end of Main St., and will pause in front of the courthouse for photo opportunities. Wearin’ o’ the green is encouraged but not mandatory....
River Life Interpretive Center at Redmen Hall/Central School is seeking creative wood crafters who would like to participate in an exhibit entitled “Creative Wood Design” April 13-29. Interested artists can call the office phone number at 360-795-3007 or 360-218-6504 for more information....
The Liberty Theatre Presents: The Delgani String Quartet on March 16, 7 p.m., at the Liberty Theater, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria. General admission tickets are $20. Praised as a “welcome addition to Oregon music” and “one of Eugene’s coolest new ensembles,” by Eugene Weekly, Delgani String Quartet has quickly become one of the most active chamber music ensembles in the Pacific Northwest with over 40 performances and educational programs each year. Programming for their 2016/2017 season, entitled “Astonished By Music,” includes repertoire by...
ASSE International Student Exchange Programs (ASSE), in cooperation with your community high school, is looking for local families to host boys and girls between the ages of 15 to 18 from a variety of countries: Norway, Denmark, Spain, Italy, Japan, to name a few. ASSE students are enthusiastic and excited to experience American culture while they practice their English. They also love to share their own culture and language with their host families. Host families welcome these students into their family, not as a guest, but as a family...
USAF Band of the Golden West: Commanders Jazz Ensemble will perform on March 17 at 2 p.m. General admission is free at The Liberty Theater, 1203 Commercial Street, Astoria. Under the direction of Technical Sergeant Marco Munoz, The Commanders Jazz Ensemble carries on the American musical tradition of the great traveling big bands, yet offers a lot more than the big band sounds. This energetic group of 20 highly-trained professional airmen-musicians offers an entertaining show. Touring the western states of Arizona, California, Nevada, Oregon,...
Community Home Health & Hospice recently honored their 700th veteran as part of their We Honor Veterans program. “It is an honor to deliver care and comfort for our country’s veterans. We listen to their stories, help fulfill their wishes and provide respite for their loved ones. Our award-winning care gives families peace of mind. I know what this means to families, because my father was a veteran and he died on hospice care,” Greg Pang, President and CEO, Community Home Health & Hospice. The agency became a national partner with We Honor...
The Pacific County Emergency Management Agency (PCEMA) is offering a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training course in Long Beach. Training is scheduled for Monday and Thursday nights from 6-9 p.m. The first class will be April 9. The course will be held at the WSU Extension Cranberry Museum, 2907 Pioneer Road, Long Beach. Pre-registration is required. The class is limited to 24 participants. The CERT program is an all-risk, all-hazard training. This valuable course is designed to help you protect yourself, your family, your...
On March 27 at 6 p.m., WSU Master Gardener Phyllis Hull will explain everything to know about growing roses. Learn how to get started, when to plant, and how to care for them so they become an annual delight. 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....
Deer and elk hunters have until March 31 to enter their names into the drawing for a 2018 multiple-season tag. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) will hold the drawing in mid-April, randomly selecting names for 8,500 multiple-season deer tags and 1,000 multiple-season elk tags. Winners of the drawing can purchase a special tag allowing them to participate in the varied hunting seasons for deer or elk in 2018. Winners may also choose any weapon type when applying for a special hunt permit for deer or elk. A multiple-season...
I am excited to announce that the Wahkiakum County Sheriff's Office is offering an eight-week Citizen’s Academy at the end of March. It has been several years since we have put on this very informative, interesting, and enjoyable course. Our academy mission is to enhance community partnerships by increasing our citizens’ understanding of the criminal justice system through education. The class takes place in Cathlamet on Fridays from 6-9 p.m. with a graduation celebration at the end. The topics covered during the academy include criminal inv...
On March 19, 10 a.m. to noon, we will have a presentation on diabetic foot care and footwear here at the Community Center. If you are diabetic and have insurance, Medicare or on a Washington funded Medicaid plan, then the cost of shoes from Priority Footwear is covered. Please stop by for a free foot screening and receive a free pair of diabetic socks. Snacks provided. On March 21, 2-4 p.m., Wahkiakum Outdoors will host a presentation on honey bees and beekeeping by guest speaker Bill Holmes, president of the Cowlitz Bee Keepers Association....
Friends and members of the Wahkiakum Chamber of Commerce gathered last Friday cut a ribbon in celebration of the Bradley House Inn, owned and operated by Paige and Steve Lake. The couple are offering a variety of antiques and vintage items and a couple bed and breakfast rooms. Photo by Meg Morris....
News from Naselle: To the Naselle Comet basketball teams: Thank you for providing this community with a great season! Sports calendar for the coming week: Saturday, high school baseball at Wahkiakum at 12 noon; Tuesday, fast pitch at Montesano JV at 4 p.m.; Wednesday, high school baseball at Ocosta at 4 p.m., fast pitch in Naselle with Raymond at 4 p.m. Go Comets! The SmileMobile will be in Naselle on March 19-23, providing dental service to our community. It is operated by Arcora Foundation in partnership with Seattle Children’s Hospital, a...
NOT BAD--After a chilly start, our last weekend didn't start out too bad, as that blue sky and sunshine was truly a welcome sight. We even got up into the 50's! Of course, we couldn't have two perfect days in a row, but at least part of Sunday was decent after another frosty start. Here's hoping we have more sun than rain this week, as my ole bones could sure use a warm up! WINNERS--Another great thing happened Saturday morning, as our Lady Mules fought back real hard and after a neck and neck, hair raising, blood pressure raising game, wound...
On February 24, Wahkiakum VFW Post 5297 hosted the VFW District 16 Youth Essay Awards at the J.A. Wendt Elementary School Multi-purpose Room. District 16 is comprised of nine posts based in Raymond, Longview, Centralia, Winlock, Long Beach, Mossyrock, Ryderwood, Toutle Valley, and Cathlamet. Wahkiakum Post 5297, based in Cathlamet, has 52 members. Working alongside America's youth and instilling a sense of patriotism has always been a VFW priority. Each year local VFW posts hold three essay...
Naselle-Grays River Valley students in grades K-5, displayed their talents on Saturday at the Chinese New Year festival. Approximately 70 students participated in the Mandarin immersion program. Students demonstrated various musical, artistic, academic and martial arts activities. Over 200 family and friends gathered to recognize the students for their achievements. This year's theme was the Year of the Dog. Above, instructor Huai Yu, who goes by Tina for her English name, is embraced by...
Next Tuesday, March 6 from 10 a.m. to 1p.m., we will have a presentation here at the Community Center by SHIBA. SHIBA provides free Medicare information to help you understand your Medicare options. If you are turning 65 or new to Medicare due to a disability, come in with your questions. Next Wednesday, March 7 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Goodwill instructor, Jason Clawson will be teaching a free beginners class on Microsoft Office Excel. Come in and learn how to make spreadsheets for work related tasks or for your home budget needs. This is a...
