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Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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Did you see the new colors for the county's recycling bins? Brown for cardboard; red for tin and aluminum cans; forest green for #1 and #2 plastics; and safety green for mixed paper. Volunteers from the Wahkiakum 4-H Robotics Club and The Healthy Living Collaborative are teaming up with Wahkiakum County to repaint our county recycling bins at three locations. The repainting of the first pair was completed last week at the Puget Island Fire Hall. Thank you Fire District #1 for providing space to...
PLENTY WARM--If you are one of those who love the heat, you sure got it last week and weekend! Wow, way too toasty for me! We joke about it "always raining" at least one day of the Wahkiakum County Fair, but that certainly didn't happen this time, as those drips you felt weren't from the sky but more than likely falling from your forehead! Luckily, a cool down showed up Saturday evening and we began this week with some nice cloud cover on Sunday morning and even some wetness on Monday morning before the sun returned by early afternoon. Cooler...
News from Naselle: Classes will begin on Monday for the 2016-17 school year at the Naselle-Grays River Valley Schools. Be mindful when you are near the school grounds and remember the lower speed limit when our kids are present. The FinnFest is over for this year, but the preparation for the next one will continue. The next meeting will take place on Sunday, the 28th at Naselle High School, 4 p.m. Westend news: The Grays River Grange Farmer’s Market is held every Tuesday, 2-6 p.m. Shop local and get delicious produce for reasonable prices. F...
"Chris told me he had the perfect job and the perfect house," Laurie Miller, the new pharmacist at the Cathlamet Pharmacy said of her predecessor, Chris Wuestefeld. "And now he's moving." Move he did. Wuestefeld and his family have relocated to the Tri-Cities. It may simply have been a case of happy wife, happy life. Many people were sad to see him go, especially his co-workers. But they also seem pleased with Miller, who stepped in to fill the vacancy at the Cathlamet Pharmacy. Miller, who...
Josh and Aimee Hoyt of Spokane Valley have announced the birth of their daughter, Ada June Hoyt, on June 10, 2016. Ada was born at Valley Medical Center weighing 7 lbs. 3 oz. and meausring 19" long. She joins brother Jaxton. Maternal grandparents are Pam Abena of Cathlamet, and Tim Abena of Kodiak, Ak. Paternal grandparents are Gary and Sarah Hoyt of Spokane Valley....
This year at the Fair, our Wahkiakum Master Gardeners awarded a prize to the youth entering the most creative potted plant incorporating the Fair's theme, "Catch the Fair Bug." They were required to use a plastic gallon jug, which gave them all an equal starting point -- and also utilized the concept of re-using (or recycling) an object. The winner was Haley Depoe. She created a fly out of her container and filled it with a variety of succulents. Two of the succulent plants were the fly's eyes....
Election officers in Legislative District 19 this week are performing a recount of the primary's closest election. While Republican Jim Walsh came out on top of the race for Position 1 with 28.96 percent of the vote, Democrats Teresa Purcell, 24.19 percent, and JD Rossetti, 24.0 percent, were within the narrow margin to require a recount. Once the recount is certified, either Purcell or Rossetti will face Walsh in the general election. District wide, Walsh had 7,675 votes; Purcell 6,411, and Rossetti 6,361. Other candidates for the District 1...
Live Music at Puget Island Farmers Market, 59 W. Birnie Slough Rd. On Friday, August 26, Doug Sheresh, Rick Nelson and Dale and Sylvia Costich will perform from 3-6 p.m., on the Up-Beet Stage. For more information call 360-560-3785. On Saturday, August 27 at River Mile 38 Brewing, Kyleen Austin and Rob Stockhouse will perform from 5-8 p.m. on the Crow’s Nest Stage, 285 Third St., Cathlamet. For more information call 360-366-4662....
Serious fireworks-related injuries from June 1 to July 31, 2016, in Washington state rose by 40 percent, according to the latest figures from the State Fire Marshal’s Office. The majority of these injuries occurred on the Fourth of July. This year, fireworks injuries resulted in amputations, first, second, third degree burns and hearing and eyesight loss. Sixteen percent of those injured were due to alcohol or drug impairment. In addition, fireworks-related-fires resulted in an estimated nearly $200,000 in property loss during the same p...
State wildlife biologists have received authorization to remove a wolf pack in Ferry County after investigating two calf carcasses and an injured calf in a grazing area August 19. The injured calf was classified as the subject of a confirmed wolf attack and the dead calves as subjects of probable wolf attacks. Since mid-July, WDFW has confirmed that wolves have killed or injured six cattle and probably five others, based on staff investigations. Jim Unsworth, director of the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW), authorized field...
Engineers at Oregon State University have completed one of the most precise evaluations yet done about the impact of a major tsunami event on the Columbia River, what forces are most important in controlling water flow and what areas might be inundated. They found, in general, that tidal stages are far more important than river flow in determining the impact of a tsunami; that it would have its greatest effect at the highest tides of the year; and that a tsunami would be largely dissipated within about 50 miles of the river’s mouth near L...
The Wild Fish Conservancy is seeking an injunction and restraining order to block the continued use of Mitchell Act funding for salmonid hatchery operations in the lower Columbia River system. The conservancy contends Mitchell Act funds were intended to support hatchery operations that help rather than harm wild fish populations. The complaint seeking an injunction and restraining order was filed July 13 in an Oregon U.S. District Court. It signals an effort on the part of plaintiffs to accelerate proceedings related to a March 31 lawsuit that...
The Wahkiakum Chamber of Commerce will host a Fall Run Salmon Derby “Get Hooked” on August 26 and 27. This will be the first year for this derby. The event will take place at Elochoman Slough Marina in Cathlamet. The “Get Hooked” Fall Run Salmon Derby is a scholarship fundraising event for the Wahkiakum Chamber of Commerce. Funds raised at this event will provide a high school senior with a scholarship to attend a college, university, or trade school after graduation. Last May they presented a graduating senior with a $1,000 scholar...
On September 14 at 6 p.m., Cowlitz County Master Gardener Phyllis Collins will teach you how to make Hypertufa garden pots and planters. Hypertufa is the art of making lightweight cement pots. In this class you’ll mix the ingredients, cast a planter, get ideas, learn techniques, and gain the knowledge to make more forms at home. You’ll take home your projects. The class cost is $20 per person. You must pre-register and pay by September 10. Class size is limited to 12. The class will be held in the Floral Building located on the Cowlitz Cou...
Live Music at Puget Island Farmers Market, 59 W. Birnie Slough Rd. On Friday, August 19, Don Wages and Friends will perform from 3-6 p.m., on the Up-Beet Stage. For more information call 360-560-3785. On Saturday, August 20 at River Mile 38 Brewing, Christine Darby will perform from 5-8 p.m. on the Crow’s Nest Stage, 285 Third St., Cathlamet. For more information call 360-366-4662....
TOASTY TIMES--Last Friday was a super hot day around here with temperatures still plenty warm after dark, which doesn't happen too often, so I was very happy to be inside enjoying some air conditioning. Temperatures cooled down a bit as this week began but according to the weather folks, it's supposed to get good and hot again by fair time. If this does indeed happen, please take extra care to keep yourself and your pets cool and hydrated. SPECIAL DAYS--Those celebrating birthdays from Aug. 18-24 are Jessica Schiek, Becky Ledtke, Riley Emlen-Pe...
News from Naselle: Parents, students and staff of the Naselle Schools are invited to attend the Open House-Back to School BBQ on Wednesday, August 24 at 5 p.m. Meet the teachers and check out the students' classrooms. Hamburgers and hotdogs will be provided and parents are welcome to bring a side dish, dessert, soft drinks or chips. Here’s a great opportunity to build on a relationship with the teachers and visit with friends and families prior to the beginning of school. Football practice began on the 17th, and volleyball and cross country p...
The first Wahkiakum middle school volleyball practice is set for August 22 from 3:20 to 5:20 p.m., in the gym, with a parent meeting to follow in the multi-purpose room at 5:30 p.m. Student athletes must have their physical exam completed before the first practice. For further information contact Tina Merz at 360-957-5368....
Canning season is here as an abundance of food is being harvested. As you prepare for canning, do you know if your canner will seal the lids to the jars? You can have your canner lid tested to be sure that your food is correctly canned. Lids can be tested, Tuesdays 10:00 – 11:30 a.m., through September 20, for $4.00 at the WSU Extension office located at 1946 Third Avenue, Longview. For questions, contact Lisa Huckleberry at 577-3014 Ext 0 or huckleberryl@co.cowlitz.wa.us....
The Stella Historical Society will hold their annual Remnants of the Past program on September 10 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Visitors will find a small post office--now a museum--which served the farmers and loggers living in the area. Inside are items pioneers used before electricity was available. A blacksmith shop is next, housing logging equipment and one of the last working forges in Washington state. Jo Schnotala and Rochelle Hams of Grays River will be demonstrating their skills as blacksmiths that day. A third building houses farm equipm...
On Friday, August 16, from 10-5, the Wahkiakum County Department of Emergency Management will be conducting a training for a mass casualty incident in Cathlamet. Local law enforcement, emergency medical services, fire departments, mental health professionals and school district emergency response staff will benefit from the training. They are looking for 125 role players, 18 years and older, to aid in the training. Volunteers will be made up with mock injuries using the art of moulage before the event begins. There will be several moulage...
Fibre Federal and Red Canoe credit unions will host their 2nd annual Charity Care Challenge golf tournament Friday, August 26 at the Three Rivers Golf Course in Kelso. Cost is $100 per player which includes 18-holes, lunch, unlimited driving range balls before tee-off, a golf cart and dinner during the awards program. This year, any participant to hit a hole-in-one on hole #15 will win a $20,000 vehicle from Columbia Ford Lincoln Hyundai. Tournament proceeds support the Community Home Health & Hospice (Community) charity care program. Register...
Community Hospice Thrift Shop in Longview is looking for volunteers who enjoy working with the public, have a great sense of humor, and have four hours or more a week to give to their community. Applicants with previous retail experience are preferred but cashier training can be provided. Open positions include cashiers, merchandisers, pricers, donation processors. They are also seeking strong individuals to do large item pick-ups. Hospice Thrift Shop provides funding for Community Home Health & Hospice programs. For more information contact...
1 Paddles for 100 Years is an opportunity for people to join in a human-powered water journey in honor of the centennial of the National Park Service. Lewis and Clark National Historical Park is our local National Park and the public is invited to travel by water into the park, similar to how the Lewis and Clark Expedition members traveled during their winter here in 1805-06. On the evening of Thursday, August 25, experienced canoers/kayakers will meet at the Astoria Recreation Center (former Astoria Yacht Club site by the Old Youngs Bay...
The Julia Butler Hansen Heritage Center, 35 Butler St., Cathlamet, will be open for tours on Wednesday, August 17 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Julia Butler Hansen House is the oldest house in Cathlamet and is owned by the Wahkiakum Community Foundation who restored it in 2005. Tours will be given by David Hansen, son of former owner, Congresswoman Julia Butler Hansen. The house was occupied by the same family for over 100 years and contains Julia’s political mementos, family photos and original furnishings as well as the collection of h...
