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Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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Greetings from the fair office. Hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season. Hope everyone has marked their calendars for the 2018 Fair, (August 16, 17 and 18). But before we get to that event we have several going on in the next few weeks. Starting with this Saturday, January 13, is the first Flea Market of this year. We have several new vendors and several that have been with us for a while. Hope you will come check it out on Saturday. On Sunday anyone wishing to volunteer a couple hours: we are going to be putting up insulation in the...
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is seeking public input on proposed recommendations for the 2018-20 hunting seasons. Through Feb. 14, WDFW will accept comments from the public to help finalize proposed regulations for hunting seasons that begin this year. To review and comment on the proposals, visit the department's website starting Jan. 24 at https://wdfw.wa.gov/hunting/regulations/seasonsetting/. Developed after extensive public involvement, the proposed hunting season rules are based on the objectives and strategies...
Mariners players Andrew Moore and Dan Altavilla are scheduled to appear along with M's broadcaster Dave Sims and the Mariner Moose. The event begins at 4:30 p.m., and concludes at 6:00 p.m. It's a free event for all ages at Myklebust Gymnasium on the LCC campus. The Mariners will take questions in an open microphone setting and there will be raffle prizes, giveaways and autographs. Altavilla appeared in 41 games out of the Mariner bullpen last season. He had a 3.51 ERA. The McKeesport, Pennsylvania native was a fifth round draft choice of the...
On Sunday, January 14, at the Skamokawa Grange there will be an Open Mic & Jam Session. Musicians and singers are invited to share their talents, everyone is invited to listen and enjoy many types of music. Admission is free. Sign-up to play at 2:45 p.m., the music starts at 3:00 p.m. Skamokawa Grange is located at 18 Fairgrounds Road, Skamokawa. For more information contact Jerry Ledtke 1-360-795-3434....
The Charlotte House, a program of St. James Family Center, will host a Free Legal Clinic on Friday January 12, from 1-3 p.m. Jeffrey Keddie, an Attorney with Northwest Justice Project, will present information on their services as well as helping individuals with specific family law questions, such as how to get a divorce, determining primary custody and visitation and/or establishing child support. Those interested in learning more about this clinic or to sign up must call The Charlotte House at 360-795-6401 or toll free at 1-866-795-9381....
The Wahkiakum Community Center loves our volunteers! We’re excited to be moving into 2018 and expanding services to meet the needs of people of all ages in our county. We truly value those that give their time and talents to grow our programs and keep our doors open. Stop by anytime and find out how you can help! We will be having our second annual Pie Social (National Pie Day) here at the Community Center on Tuesday, January 23 at 11 a.m. This is an opportunity to visit with community members over free pie and coffee. We are seeking pie b...
Reduced commercial salmon harvests on the Columbia River and Willapa Bay create huge business challenges for viable local commercial fishing operations. Wahkiakum County Marine Resources Committee (MRC) members recognized these severe challenges in their communities, and applied for and received funding through the Washington Coast Restoration Initiative (WCRI) to offer resources for commercial fishermen navigating these difficult times. As part of that funding, the MRC is offering a class series this spring on direct marketing, HACCP, and busi...
The next Wahkiakum Chamber of Commerce Member Meeting will be held next Tuesday, January 9 at 8:00 a.m., at the Duck Inn in Skamokawa. You do not have to be a member of the Chamber to attend the meeting. They welcome anyone who wants to contribute thoughts and ideas for the betterment of the community, and wants to know what is happening locally. The Wahkiakum Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to supporting local business, encouraging economic development, and fostering community interaction and involvement....
The day after Christmas in 2016 Howard and Judy Brawn's Misty Rivers Valley Girl delivered a litter of four puppies. Then she got back in shape and became a working mom, winning a Best in Field at A.K.C. lure coursing on Puget Island on October 8, and then Best of Breed at the Greater Clark County Kennel Club dog show at the Clark County Fairgrounds on December 10, going on to win 4th place in the Hound Group. Dog Show photo by ELAINE: shown with Hound Group Judge Sidney Marx and handler Julie...
NEW YEAR--This is my first column in another new year; I can hardly believe it! I hope you ended the last one with a lot of fun and merriment and begin this one on a high note, as last year seemed like it was a pretty rough one for many. One thing that was truly high in the sky, was the huge Supermoon--Wow--what a way to bring in 2018! SPECIAL DAYS--Those celebrating birthdays from Jan. 4-10 are Jim Koziel, Scott McClain, Josh Moonen, Michael A. Quigley, Joe Montgomery, Don P. Wages, Renee Zacher, Marlena Silva, Phillip Vik, Lisa Hoven, Ryan...
THURSDAY Community Center, Cathlamet, 9 a.m.-Noon. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Community Center, Cathlamet, 6-9 p.m. Girl Scouts, Community Center, Cathlamet, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Wahkiakum Conservation District Board, Skamokawa, 3 p.m. Cathlamet Fire Department, 7 p.m. Wahkiakum Fire District 2 Commissioners, Skamokawa Fire Hall, 7 p.m. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Congregational Church, Noon. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Rosburg Hall, Noon. Skamokawa Fire Department, 7 p.m. Grays River Fire Department, work night, 7:30 p.m. Puget Island Fire...
Happy New Year everyone, and a huge shout out to the road crews, EMS and firefighters, law enforcement and especially our mail carriers for their diligence during this past week of rain, freezing and flooding. We are fortunate to have so many dedicated folks in their respective fields who spend hours in this unpredictable weather away from their families to keep us safe. Thank you. News from Naselle: Sports calendar for the Naselle Comet teams this coming week: Thursday, high school boys and girls basketball in Naselle with Columbia Adventist...
Lewis and Clark National Historical Park, Fort Clatsop has announced the next In Their Footsteps free speaker series event. “Altho’ no regular botanist” - Jefferson by Carol Lucas will be held Sunday, January 21, at 1:00 p.m. It would have been customary for Jefferson to have sent a botanist on the Lewis and Clark Expedition. One of the many purposes of the trip was to assess what resources, including plants, were in the lands to the west. Jefferson knew Meriwether Lewis and that, “Altho' no regular botanist,” Lewis had the ability to catalog p...
The Lower Columbia College Art Gallery will present a solo exhibit of sculptures by Michael Johnson. He is a Professor of Art at the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma. The exhibit runs January 3-15. The artist reception is on Tuesday, January 9 from 4-6 p.m. in the gallery. The Gallery is open: Mon-Tues / 10 a.m.-6 p.m, Wed-Thurs / 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The Gallery closes January 15. Located at Rose Center for the Arts Art Gallery, 1600 Maple Street, Longview. For further information call 360-442-2510 or contact www.lowercolumbia...
The arrival of winter brought cold and gray weather to the lower Columbia region. Photo by Rick Nelson....
A REAL MIX--On Christmas weekend, it depended where you were as to what kind of weather you had, but for those in the areas where snow was falling, they were totally excited to have a white Christmas! Seattle had the first white Christmas in 10 years, so for those snow lovers, the arrival of it was just perfect. For others, it came at a time and place that meant holiday plans were canceled, some flights were either delayed or canceled and some were stranded on highways and byways that were solid sheets of ice after the snow packed down, so not...
Home, Home, Home! There is nothing like Home! It was a wonderful 6,000 mile journey with one of my sisters, a week long cruise with two of my sons and their families to the western Gulf of Mexico, a few days with a cousin in Arizona that my sister had not seen in over 50 years, and a train ride to the south rim of the Grand Canyon. A once in a lifetime dream come true. That said, I missed everything about home and it is so good to be here again. By the way, I must tell the readers that there really is “Hell.” I have visited there, had my pas...
On Friday, January 5, let's roll up our sleeves and help save lives. The American Red Cross is holding a Wahkiakum County blood drive. The Red Cross has over 130 years of experience providing humanitarian aid – including more than 70 years of supplying blood to those in need. Each pint of blood collected can help save up to three lives and will touch the lives of so many more. What a great way to pay it forward and make an impact on people in our community and across the country. The blood drive will be in the Fellowship Hall at River of L...
The Clatsop County Cultural Coalition made dreams come true this month for local nonprofits during their annual awards ceremony at Clatsop Community College in Astoria. Among the dozen Clatsop County recipients this year was the Tillicum Foundation, which operates Coast Community Radio. Station Manager Graham Nystrom sought this grant to upgrade two production studios at the Coast Community Radio station. Nystrom said that computers and software in these rooms are ancient and have functional limitations that inhibit the production of quality,...
Do you aspire to a higher leadership potential, but recognize areas where your skills could be sharpened? WSU Leadership Academy is a community leadership program designed to help you engage and inspire others. Topics include influencing public policy, media relations, economic development, fundraising, meeting facilitation, conflict management, and team building. Ten classes will be held on the second and fourth Wednesday nights from 6-8:15 p.m. Starting on January 24, the classes will be held at the Cowlitz County Training Center, 1942 First...
On Friday, December 29, at the Skamokawa Grange there will be a Holiday Open Mic & Jam Session. Musicians and singers are invited to share their talents, everyone is invited to listen and enjoy many types of music. Admission is free. Sign-up to play at 5:45 p.m., the music starts at 6:00 p.m. Skamokawa Grange is located at 18 Fairgrounds Road, Skamokawa. For more information contact Jerry Ledtke 1-360-795-3434....
Giants in the Trees will perform with Brian Bovenizer & The New Old Stock, December 30, 7:30 p.m., at The Liberty Theatre, 1203 Commercial Street, Astoria. Tickets are $20 reserved seating. The members of Giants in the Trees, which formed a year ago after an open call for a local jam, all share a common appreciation of their natural Wahkiakum County surroundings. The band—composed of Krist Novoselic, Jillian Raye, Ray Prestegard, and Erik Friend—also has a great deal of musical chemistry. ‘We were the only four who showed up [for the jam],...
The Astor Street Opry Company has announced auditions for “Peter Pan: A Musical Adventure” for youths with special permission from Pioneer Drama Service. Ages seven and up may audition January 6 at 4 p.m., and possible call backs on the 7th at 4 p.m., at 129 Bond St., Astoria. No experience is necessary. There is a fee for each performer of $50, up to $100 per family. Contact Kate for further information (503) 741-5668, or katherine.lacaze@yahoo.com. Show dates are Saturday and Sundays, February 17, 18, 24, 25 and March 3, 4. All shows are at...
Happy Holidays from the Community Center! This Friday’s movie will be “A Midnight Clear.” This movie is set in the Adriennes Forest in December of 1944. A group of American GIs, all of whom have been together a bit too long, cling to the vestiges of their peacetime interests to remain sane. It is rated R. The movie starts at 7:00 p.m., and popcorn is free. You are also welcome to bring your own snacks. We are continuing our food drive for the local food banks. Please stop by with your canned or boxed donations this week. The Community Cente...
State shellfish managers have proposed the first round of razor clam digs in 2018, starting with the addition of New Year's Day on two beaches followed by a weeklong dig extending from late January into early February. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) will confirm that schedule prior to each dig, provided that upcoming marine toxin tests show the clams are safe to eat. Under WDFW's plan, Twin Harbors and Mocrocks beaches will open for digging at noon Jan. 1, extending a dig previously scheduled for New Year's Eve at four...
