Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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Housing Opportunities’ VIP (Veteran Integration Program) in partnership with local community organizations, the Department of Veteran Affairs, and the local VA Medical Center, is assisting homeless veterans and their families become residentially stable and self-sufficient. Homeless veterans from SW Washington may qualify for short term interim housing, transitional housing and even permanent housing through Housing Opportunities of SW Washington. In addition, participants receive access to supportive services and case management with the g...
Dale Dutcher still gets to meet people from different places on the globe, but these days they visit him and his wife Cheryl at their home and B&B on Altoona Road. When he was 55, he sailed the South Pacific. He intended to sail all seven oceans but it wasn't meant to be. Dutcher grew up in Nebraska, surrounded by a sea of grass and corn and wheat and hay. He and his father built a little fishing boat, but that was the sum of his experience on water. He joined the Air Force and was teaching...
Members of the Washington National Guard and the Washington State Guard who meet state residency and other requirements can qualify for free hunting licenses under a new law that took effect this week. A free license package to hunt big game, small game, and migratory waterfowl is now available to active, full-time members of the National and State Guard, and to those who participate in drill training with these military units on a part-time basis. Sponsored by Rep. Brian Blake of Aberdeen, the special licensing offer won unanimous approval by...
BIG DIFFERENCE--Last Saturday was certainly a big change from the previous one, as instead of trying to keep out of the blazing sun and shading ourselves with our umbrellas, like we had to do at the car show, we were raising those umbrellas to keep from getting soaked from some very heavy downpours! Of course, we did have some breaks, which were nice, but all in all, it was a pretty soggy day here in West Valley. However, just down the road, or in Cathlamet, the sun was shining and it was pretty doggone nice so it really depended on where you...
Wow! Fair is coming quick. Hope everyone is working on their entries for the fair. Fair books should be out soon. The County Fair Board and the Wahkiakum Fair Foundation will be holding two separate yard sales at the fair grounds on Friday June 17 and Saturday June 18, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come check them out and see what you can find. There are several furniture items in both sales. On June 25 will be the first leg of the Silver Buckle Series. The show starts 9 a.m. sharp. For more information call the fair office (360)795-3480. There is...
News from Naselle: Early Tuesday morning, one of our local friends, Angela Gaines (from Okies) lost her husband. Donations are being accepted in an account set up at the Bank of the Pacific to help with Eric's service and any continuing needs of the family. Donation cans will also be available at local businesses. You can drop any donations of canned goods, or other items they might need, at the Mochas & More Coffee Shop in Naselle. Meals are also being collected to make things a little easier for the family. Carol Haven will be coordinating th...
Wahkiakum Interfaith Network's Vacation Bible School will be held this year at Heritage Bible Church, June 27–July 1, 9 a.m. – Noon with check-in beginning at 8:40 a.m. It is for children entering Kindergarten through 5th grade. At Deep Sea Discovery kids will participate in learning through crafts and science and enjoy snacks and games. Pick up registration forms at participating churches, SJFC, the Wahkiakum County Eagle or call Deborah Blumberg at 795-0077. Transportation from St. James Family Center is available with prior arr...
Vacation Bible School for children ages 6-11, will be held at Shekinah Christian Center, 1015 3rd Ave., Longview, July 11-15, from 5-8 p.m. Call 360-423-1300 to register....
It wasn't the turnout that Wahkiakum High School Cheer Advisor Kate Brenner hoped for, but the lucky few that attended the Colorumbia Fun Run on June 4 had a great time. The event was a fundraiser for the cheer team. Courtesy photo....
Members of the Cathlamet Woman's Club gathered Tuesday in the garden at the Julia Butler Hansen House in Cathlamet to plant a rose in honor of their 2016 Citizen of The Year, Mary Ann Nelson, center....
Hunters who submitted applications for 2016 special hunt permits can now view the results of this year's drawing on the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) website. The results of the random, computerized drawing were verified June 9 and are now available for viewing at https://fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov/wa/specialhuntlookup. Holders of the special permits can hunt at times and locations beyond those authorized by a general hunting license. WDFW is emailing applicants who asked to be notified about the results of the drawing and has...
Rep. JD Rossetti (D-Longview) says he’ll use his new position on a state board to create jobs in the 19th District and across Washington state. The Speaker of the House appointed Rossetti to the Community Economic Revitalization Board, which helps local governments and tribes fund projects that create jobs. Those projects include water lines, stormwater systems, port facilities and other public structures that support economic growth. For more information about the Community Economic Revitalization Board, go to: http://www.c...
Readers of all ages will explore all things sports and fitness this summer as Cathlamet Public Library presents “On Your Mark, Get Set, Read” during their summer library program. Activities may include group games, physical challenges, art projects, science and engineering experiments, and more. The 2016 Summer Reading Program is open to young people, preschool through young adult, with programs, prize drawings, storytimes, and more. Families are invited to join the Read-to-Me portion of the program. Sessions are Wednesdays from 2:30-3:30 p.m...
Children with disabilities will have a chance to reel in some big trout during a special fishing event July 9 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Merwin Fish Hatchery, east of Woodland. More than 100 young people and their families are expected to turn out for the 18th annual Merwin Special Kids Day, sponsored by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) and Pacific Power. Sponsors ask that participants be pre-registered by June 30 by calling 1-800-899-4421. Prior to the event, WDFW will plant the wheelchair-accessible hatchery waters...
Speaker of the Washington House of Representatives, Frank Chopp has appointed 19th District Rep. Brian Blake (D-Aberdeen) to the Pacific Fisheries Legislative Task Force, replacing former Rep. Dean Takko. The task force, composed of lawmakers from Alaska, California, Idaho, Oregon, Washington and British Columbia, was created to promote the fishing, seafood and aquaculture industries, and work with other fishery organizations to resolve interstate disputes. “I am looking forward to participating on the task force and working with lawmakers f...
Lewis and Clark National Historical Park hosts the second of its trail run series on Saturday, July 2. The Lewis & Clark Trail Series includes several different events along trails through forest landscapes. All events are open to walkers and runners of all ages and provide the opportunity to experience the northwest coast the way people have done it for thousands of years – on footpaths. Come for either an approximately 4 mile walk/run or run a half-marathon course along a variety of the park’s trails. Both courses will include some long hil...
Live Music at Puget Island Farmers Market, 59 W. Birnie Slough Rd. On Friday, June 17, Christine Darby will perform from 3-6 p.m., on the Up-Beet Stage. For more information call 360-560-3785. On Saturday, June 18 at River Mile 38 Brewing Company Farmer Rob (Rob Stockhouse) will perform from 5 to 8 p.m., on the Crow's Nest Stage during Live at Five. 285 Third St., Cathlamet. For more information call 360-366-4662....
PLENTY WARM!--All those heat lovers must have been totally pumped about the heat wave we had last weekend, and even the days prior to and after that, as it was plenty hot, that's for sure! Anytime temps are in the upper 90s at the beginning of June for several days in Skamokawa, with no wind and temperatures still around 70 in the latter part of the evening, well, that's really rare; and uncomfortable! I hear we are supposed to cool down by the time you read this and we should even see some rain, so I know my lawn is going to enjoy that, and...
Wow! Fair is coming quick. Hope everyone got out to the car show, it was awesome. The entertainment schedule is set! Thursday's 7-9 show will feature "THE KING BROTHERS," Friday's 7-9 show will feature "SACRED ROAD" And Saturday's 7-9 show will feature "TOUCHN, LOVEN, SQUEEZEN. All three bands were at the fair last year. Hope everyone will come out and listen to them. Anyone interested in being a vendor at the fair can leave a message on the office phone and I will get back to you (360)795-3480. We are still looking for fair Royalty; anyone...
Redmen Hall River Life Interpretive Center will hold two concerts this weekend. The first will be Saturday, June 11 at 7 p.m. "The Cliffs of Cathlamet" Jillian Raye and Erik Friend will play some of their joyful music for the concert series. They will play songs from their new CD and will have it for sale. Robert Pyle will read from his latest book and will sign copies for purchase. Sunday, June 12 from 2-4 p.m., will be the Hank and Lloyd Concert with Beth Semar Sheets, Pete Davis, and friends will play their folksy blues. Both concerts will...
Tomorrow is the last day of school for our students in the Naselle-Grays River Valley School District. Congratulations to all the students for another great year of hard work. Best of luck to all the graduates, and to everyone, enjoy a fun and safe summer. Next Wednesday, from 12:30 to 6:00 p.m., you still have the opportunity to save a life at Valley Bible Church. Another Blood Drive is on for the famed Rosburg group. If you need or want an appointment call Susan Burkhalter or just stop by the church on Wednesday during the scheduled hours....
The Grays River Cafe is open! Ken and Sandy Ruch, who have resided in Grays River for 17 years, recently re-opened the restaurant which has sat empty for awhile. Their staff, aged two to 15, live in their home. Not that the two year old is doing much, except keeping mom busy. "Yesterday was fun, yesterday is what it was all about," Ken Ruch said of Sunday afternoon in the restaurant. "The family working together is fun. What adds to it is when I hear people out here talking and community happeni...
Each year, thousands of Washingtonians go fishing – legally – without a license on "Free Fishing Weekend," scheduled for June 11-12. During those two days, no license will be required to fish or gather shellfish in any waters open to fishing in Washington state. Also, no vehicle access pass or Discover Pass will be required during Free Fishing Weekend to park at any of the nearly 700 water-access sites maintained by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW). Anglers will not need a Two Pole Endorsement to fish with two poles on sel...
The Naselle Finnish American Folk Festival 2016 is fishing for artwork reflecting the lives and experiences of families here and in this whole bountiful region. Work may be rendered in any medium and may include paintings, drawings, photos and prints, jewelry, weaving, sculpture, pottery, basketry, woodcarvings, and furniture. The Art Exhibit will be displayed on July 29 and 30 at the Naselle Finnish American Folk Festival from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information on the festival visit the website at http://nasellefinnfest.com/ Works ready...
The local community contributed more than $153,000 at Community Home Health & Hospice’s charity care fundraiser, A Taste of Tuscany. More than 450 guests “partied with a purpose” to support Community’s charity care program. Charity care includes patient care for uninsured/underinsured patients demonstrating financial need, community grief care for anyone who has lost a loved one under any circumstances, support services for veterans in their last days of hospice, and more. Last year, Community spent $663,812 on charity care. “On behalf of...
