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Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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Telephone-based mass notifications systems are used by thousands of public safety agencies across the US to warn citizens about local emergencies, hazards and other threats. Now Pacific County announces that they have selected Hyper-Reach to help bring this same life-saving capability to the area. The new emergency notification system will provide rapid notification of hazardous and urgent situations using a mix of telephone calls, text and email messages, and even TTY/TDD service for the hearing impaired. There is also a free smartphone app...
Redmen Hall is starting its fall season with an exhibit by Mike Cullom, well known photographer and carver. His exhibit will open with a reception Saturday, September 7 where he will be demonstrating his carving techniques. He recently returned from an extensive trip to Europe with photographs of people and places encountered on that trip, and will also show his beautiful landscapes of the Pacific Northwest. Influenced by the writing of Helen Keller, he has titled his exhibit, "So Much to See" from an article she wrote in Atlantic Monthly in...
GRAY--We began this week with a little grayer weather and a couple of light sprinkles. However, by the time the work week began, we may have started dry and sunny but my mid-afternoon, it got pretty doggone wet out here in West Valley. Good for the plants and the fire danger, but not so great for those outdoor chores, like putting on a new roof or tending to ones' garden. It sounds like we've got a mixed bag of weather coming this week, with some sun, some clouds and some showers, so if you've got some dry time, you'd best be taking advantage...
The families of Sara Jespersen and Kyle Parker Jr. are happy to announce their upcoming wedding. Sara is the daughter of Jim & Kim Jespersen of Puget Island. Kyle is the son of Rocky & Francy Sweet of Longview and Kyle Parker Sr. of Puget Island. The wedding will take place September 7 in Ridgefield. They will be making their home in Chandler, Arizona. Photograph by Sarah Marie Photography....
Our trip to California was wonderful, lots of visiting with old friends, a soccer tournament for our grandson (the team took 3rd place), and lots of hugs and fun time with family. The weather wasn’t too bad, only in the high 80s and low 90s. You can have the noise of the city though and the awful traffic, it was good to come home. News from Naselle: Well, it’s that time again, the last big weekend before the new school year begins on Tuesday, the 3rd at 8:15 a.m. for students of the Naselle-Grays River Valley School District. Let’s go Comet...
Wow! It’s hard to believe that the fair has come and gone already. It was simply amazing. I hope everyone had a good time and any comments or concerns are welcome. I would like to thank the following businesses for donating to the fair raffle: The Skamokawa Resort, Duck Inn, Scribbles Nails/Spa, Athletes Corner and the Wahkiakum Youth Soccer. Now for the winners: Apple I Pad Mini, Miranda Lomax; One cord of wood, Allissa Hull,(this was donated back and Susan Kuhn was the winner); One free night at the Skamokawa Resort, Linda Nevell; $25 gift c...
Wahkiakum County District Court News Forfeitures June 3, 2013 through June 28, 2013 Tyler W. Puvogal, speed, $93, Wahkiakum County Sheriff’s Office. William E. Wheaton, speed, $93, Washington State Patrol. Anthony C. Abeyta, speed, $125, WCSO. Mark I. Hyde, II, speed, $165, WSP. Robert J. Zumstein, Jr., speed, $93, WCSO. Linda K. Martin, speed, $93, WSP. Todd M. Douglas, fish with more than one line, $87, Department of Fish and Wildlife. Beckie L. Snider, speed, $93, WCSO. Gabriel A. Pearlman, speed, $145, WCSO. Phillip W. Settle, speed, $...
Registration for the Great Columbia Crossing 10k run/walk has reached the half-way point. This event will be held October 13 and is an Official USA Track & Field Certified Event. Participants are required to register in advance for the event and registration will close when the event reaches capacity of 3,500 participants. The Astoria-Megler Bridge is the longest continuous truss bridge in North America. For more information call 503-325-6311 or 800-875-6807; email to events@oldoregon.com or visit in person at 111 West Marine Drive, Astoria,...
GOOD AND BAD--There is an old saying around here, that if you want to plan something outdoors, don't do it at fair time, as the odds are, it will rain! Sure enough, after about a month of dry weather, it rained pretty good last Thursday on the opening day of the fair, which was really too bad. While we needed the rain, the timing couldn't have been worse, but thankfully, the hearty still came to check out the fair and we certainly thank all those who did. As this week begins, we are sunny but extemely muggy. I'm sure those camping or traveling...
The American Red Cross Blood Services is urging blood donors to donate blood or platelets to strengthen blood inventories in order to be prepared to meet any additional blood needs over the final holiday weekend of the summer. All eligible donors are asked to schedule an appointment to donate blood for the drive being held at the Hotel Cathlamet on Monday, August 26 from 1:30 to 6:30 p.m. According to Patti Phillips, American Red Cross coordinator, they had a very successful drive in June. The local unit exceeded their goal of 27 units of...
As you read this column, my husband and I should be sitting in the heat of central California, on a week long visit with three of our kids and seven of our grandkids. Though I’m not looking forward to California, I am excited to see our family and probably a few friends as well. News from Naselle: Time once again to register for the new school year at Naselle-Grays River Valley High School. The schedule for students is: Friday, the 23rd and Monday, the 26th for new students from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Monday, the 26th at 6 p.m. for 12th grade studen...
According to Kellyn Pakenen Hazen, Public Relations Director at Wahkiakum Community Network, their student board member, Grace Zimmerman, is putting on a Blood Drive for her senior project. The Blood Drive will take place on September 5 at the Valley Bible Church in Rosburg from 1-6 p.m. To participate, contact Grace and make an appointment to give blood. Her email address is americanriders@gmail.com. Grace will be a senior at Naselle High School this fall. “Please help Grace make this a success,” said Pakenen Hazen....
THIS IS IT!--Yes indeed, here comes the 105th annual Wahkiakum County Fair and I hope to see you and your smiling faces there as things kick off today (Thursday) at 8 a.m. with the 4-H Horse Show and Western Games starting off the festivities. The formal opening ceremony will begin at 9 a.m. by the flag pole. You may notice that the flag is now in a different place. Where it was before was right in the way of getting things in and out of the arena stands area, so it was moved earlier this year. My family is proud to announce that the new flag...
The families of Grant Turner and Ashley Moore are happy to announce their upcoming wedding. Grant is the son of Steve and Diane Turner of Hayden, Idaho. Ashley is the daughter of Jessica McClellan of Porterville, Calif., and Joel and Pam Moore of Cathlamet. The wedding will take place August 31 in Cathlamet....
Wow, Fair is here. I hope everyone will come out and see all the changes we’ve made at the fairgrounds. The cow barn has been painted inside thanks to Kelly. All the tables and benches have been painted by Janelle. That was a lot of painting, and it looks great. Thank you to both of you. The Fair Foundation painted the youth building floor. Both ticket booths have been re-done and look awesome. Next year the T-Building and stage will have had a face lift that is needed. I will be asking the community members for feed back on the fair. We will b...
News from Naselle: Little 4-year-old Jessi Harman survived a near death accident on Mother’s Day. While her mother was in the barn having the family horse shod, Jessi became entangled in some horse gear and was left lifeless. Due to quick mouth to mouth resuscitation, they were able to get a heartbeat and she was transported via Life Flight to Portland. There is good hope that with therapy Jessi will be able to run, play and return to her old spirited self again. This will require months of therapy which is not covered by insurance. There will...
BIT OF A CHANGE-- We started this month on a bit cooler note and even had some sprinkles a couple of mornings, so if you were one of those people who still had hay down, I'm sure you were not happy to wake up to a couple of wet mornings. My lawn liked it, though. Last weekend saw the sun come back and it got downright warm, which made for a good time for all the events going on in our area. They included Skamokawa Fair Princess Aaliyah Montgomery's all-day fundraiser at the fairgrounds, along with the 4-H horse camp that was going on there...
I don’t know about you, but I certainly enjoyed the little bit of rain we got last week. Our nephew from California thought it was great, as they don’t see much down in the desert. He actually turned on the windshield wipers of his new jeep for the first time since he bought it. News from Naselle: Only another month until the kids are back in school for the new year, but there are activities beginning to take place in preparation for getting back in the groove. There will be a special Naselle-Grays River Valley School board meeting on Tue...
WOW! Fair is here next week. We start taking entries on Monday. On Sunday we will be putting on the final touches to the fairgrounds. Anyone wishing to help, please call the office for times. We are still looking for Superintendents for the T-Building; please call the office if you have the time. Fair Office #795-3480. If you haven’t bought your fair passes the Fair Royalty will only be selling them until Sunday. After that the Fair office will have them for sale. Don’t forget to get your Raffle tickets from the Fair Royalty as well, they wil...
COOLED OFF--As this week began, we woke up to wet pavement on Sunday morning- a big change from just clouds, sun and wind. I'm sure my lawn enjoyed the little drink. Water systems are taking a hit as people use a lot more water this time of year, but the sources are down to a trickle for some of us rural folks on springs and wells. As we head into a brand new month, don’t forget to conserve water, as many places are facing shortages. SPECIAL DAYS-- Those celebrating birthday this week are Sheran Parker, Jae Stewart, Nance Collupy, John L. M...
Annie Howell, daughter of Terrie and Gary Howell of Cathlamet, will marry Adam Phelps, Son of Becky and Mike Phelps, formerly of Cathlamet, on August 3, 2013 in Skamokawa. Annie is a graduate of the class of 2004, and Adam is a graduate of the class of 2002. Both are Wahkiakum Alumni. They met in Cathlamet and plan to make this their permanent home....
WOW! Only two weeks until Fair. Where has the time gone? We still need a couple of Superintendents for the T-Building. We also need gate workers. If you have a few hours and would like to volunteer please call the office, 795-3480. Thanks to all the volunteers who came out Saturday to help with the clean up day. Also thank-you to Deb and Shawn and their 4-H club for their work time today. This year the fair is having a karaoke contest Thursday evening at 7 p.m. Watch the paper for more details. Also the fair schedule and all entertainment will...
Here it is, August already. Where has this year gone? It seems like there aren’t enough hours in the day to get everything done that needs to get done, but I guess time flies when you’re having fun, right? I can say that when I see progress being made on the home front. It looks like we may see a sprinkle of two later this week. I’m looking forward to it. News from Naselle: Kindergarten screening will take place for the Naselle-Grays River Valley School on August 15. The Play and Learn Group meets at the Valley Bible Church each Thursday morni...
Washington State University has announced that Abigail Lynn Burns, Jake Anthony Goldsmith and Brittney Michele Robbins of Cathlamet were awarded degrees at Spring 2013 Commencement. Burns received a Bachelor of Arts in Apparel, Merchandising, and Textiles; Goldsmith, a Bachelor of Science in Zoology; and Robbins received a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture....
Mike Sullivan Judge July 25, 2013 State versus Thomas Scott Weidner: The defendant pled guilty to a charge of child molestation in the first degree. He was sentenced to 56 months in prison and ordered to pay a $500 Crime Victim Assessment (CVA), $200 court costs, $100 DNA collection fee and the costs of jail subsistence and his court appointed attorney. July 22, 2013 State versus Joanne M. Knutson Reganold: The defendant pled guilty to a charge of possession of methamphetamine, a controlled substance. She was sentenced to one month in jail and...
