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On Tuesdays at noon WSU Master Gardeners present weekly online free programs. No need to register; just pop in. Connection information (you must have a zoom account--sign up for one at zoom.us), then join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS, or Android: https://wsu.zoom.us/j/7756056320?pwd=RzVxbTl0dXpyUjJjSDdsWnJuTXdydz09 Meeting ID: 775 605 6320 Password: 12345 Phone Call: +1 253 215 8782, 775 605 6320# • July 5, Noon, Tuesday: Planning a Cool Weather Garden (on-line) WSU Master Gardener Sara Clark will tell you what you need to know about starting your...
A sail boat floats in the Cathlamet Channel on a warm day last weekend. Photo courtesy of Genie Cary....
SUMMER IS COMING--While we begin this work week with some filtered sunshine through the morning cloudiness, we are being told by forecasters that a dry and warm stretch with lots of sunshine is coming our way this first week of summer, so that will be totally awesome! After another stretch of rain had come in last week, I’m thinking the 80 degree temperatures will be most welcomed. I’m more of a 70 degree kind of person myself, so when those high 80s show up, I’m not much of a fan, but for the hay harvesters and the gardeners, and beach lovers,...
Summer has arrived and hopefully, the gift of warmth and sun. I have always liked Father's Day because it means summer is arriving. These days I am grateful for my community of friends and people who smile when they see me. Thank you for being my family of friends and readers. One thing that brings me joy is through this column. Being able to share news of what's happening and doing what I can to help when I know there is a need, makes me feel I belong. Photo of the Week: The Finnish American...
MAYBE NICE?--As we have seen, our June weather is definitely Spring weather; as in “springing a leak from every cloud” kind of weather! They say we may be in for a few dry days this coming week, but with temperatures in the low to mid-60s, it’s definitely not going to be setting any heat records. However, summer officially begins on June 21, which is scheduled to be dry, so we’ll hope that’s the beginning of our “real” summer so that our farmers can get those crops to grow and get them harvested before they either drown or rot. Fingers cross...
Lower Columbia College (LCC) will hold its 86th annual commencement ceremony in-person on the LCC campus on June 17. The ceremony will be held in the Wollenberg Auditorium beginning at 6:00 p.m. Due to the ongoing pandemic, graduates and their guests will rotate through the auditorium in small groups. Each graduate will be allocated four guest tickets, and no additional guest seating will be available. Approximately 200 students are expected to participate in the ceremony, which will also be live-streamed through the LCC website. For the...
Exciting Summer News: I learned at the Chamber of Commerce office last week that our two award winning robotics teams from both high schools, Wahkiakum and Naselle/Grays River, will be the Grand Marshals for the Bald Eagle Days Parade in Cathlamet this summer. Isn't that just the best idea ever? I was told the teams are thinking of floats, too. I am excited for this. Not so happy is the news that the Rosburg Store is now permanently closed. Can't say more yet. Photo of the Week: We are all so...
Every year, more than 12 million pounds of litter ends up on Washington’s roadways and up to 40% - almost 5 million pounds - comes from unsecured cargo blowing out of trucks and cars. This debris isn’t just unsightly, it’s dangerous to motorists, people who walk, bike or roll, and roadside workers. Washington recognized National Secure Your Load Day on June 6, which commemorates people whose lives were impacted or taken by unsecured loads and encourages drivers to properly secure their loads every time they drive. The We Keep Washington Litte...
On June 7, Greater Federation of Women's Clubs District President Paulette Stinson presented Caroline Walton, Cathlamet Woman’s Club president, a certificate of award for the club being recognized nationally as a Top Ten Projects Recipient. The award was for Community Service Programs and Advancement Plans, citing ingenuity, success, and impact on the community. The award stated: "This club put together an amazing celebration of the 19th Amendment on August 18, 2020. Staying in compliance with our state's covid-19 restrictions, they planned a...
The Hotel Cathlamet will showcase Live And Direct From Bourbon Street, legendary New Orleans jazzman and piano artist Davis Rogan, in the Hotel Lobby at 5 p.m., Sunday June 26. The Tavern at Hotel Cathlamet will be open for the occasion. A freewill donation of $5 is requested. Mr. Rogan’s original repertoire is suggested for mature audiences only. Davis Rogan plays classic New Orleans rhythm and blues with a unique and original lyrical twist. This is Mr. Rogan’s first return appearance in Cathlamet after a successful concert last year as par...
These winners of the Cathlamet Public Library Beanstack adult challenge that ended in March have picked up their prizes; Cathy Seifert, Jessica Vik and Darren Plank. More prizes can be won in the adult Oceans of Possibilities challenge starting June 19 and running through July 31. Register at cathlamet.beanstack.org. Courtesy photos....
Sue Zabel of Jabber Shack has announced the results of the community challenge to collect donations for the Cup of Sunshine food drive to benefit local food banks. The total amount collected was 1,241 pounds of food. The Bank of Pacific collected the most donations and was the recipient of the prize. Zabel hopes to make this an annual event. Photo by Sue Zabel....
The Wahkiakum Lions Club has named Cooper Grasseth as their May Student of the Month. Cooper has been involved in FFA while in high school. He loves being outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. Becoming an electrician is one of his goals. He will attend Journeyman Apprentice Trade Center to fulfill that goal. Cooper's parents are Erik and Raedyn Grasseth. Courtesy photo....
The Wahkiakum Lions Club has named Courtney Carlson as their April Student of the Month. Courtney has plans to attend LLC and then go on to a four year college. She would like to create her own photography business while attending college. Photography allows her to see the small details through a lens no one would usually see. She loves everything about sports, whether it's playing or watching. There was a comment about getting into sports medicine. Courtney's parents are Brad & Leihanna...
Representatives of the Chamber of Commerce, Wahkiakum PUD and Port District 1 gathered last Thursday to cut a ribbon marking the start of public wifi in Cathlamet. Mayor David Olson cut the ribbon which was held by Interim Port Manager Todd Souvenir, left, and PUD Commissioner Bob Jungers, right....
Portland hosted its annual Rose Festival last week, and there was a parade of naval vessels head up the river for the celebration. Photo courtesy of Frans Eykel....
Poison hemlock has been sighted growing locally. A native of Europe, this plant is in the parsley family. It grows to 6 to 10 feet tall. Stems are stout and purple-spotted. Plant typically is extensively branched with shiny leaves, finely divided like parsley or carrot. White flowers are borne in many white shaped umbrella-shaped clusters. This plant occurs in pastures and along roadsides. Poison hemlock thrives in poorly drained soils and frequents ditch banks. All parts of the plant are...
SOGGY--This past Saturday, when we hoped it would be nice and dry for the car show, we actually had over an inch and a quarter of rain by early evening; a real “sog-fest." This Sunday began wet and breezy but at least it stopped raining for awhile in the afternoon and we even got some sunshine. Unfortunately, the forecast for the week shows only one dry day, but I’m hoping that is wrong as I think we could all use a little more sunshine after such a soggy May. SPECIAL DAYS--Those celebrating birthdays from June 9-15 are Brenden McClain, Ter...
All over our west county area, the high grass is winning. Some farmers have started their first cut of the summer, but then the rain keeps coming and messes with the whole process. But on the other hand, Hank Nelson's calves are growing so fast we can see it driving by on the highway. Tyson Vogeler has goslings "on steroids" following him around all day. He may think they love him, but I suspect he's more of a mother figure meaning he's where the food comes from and they know it. Joanie...
The Elochoman Marina Farmers Market started on Friday. There were plants, homemade soaps, handmade bowls, macramé and more. The market will run through the summer, every Friday from 3-6 p.m. Photo by Diana Zimmerman....
The Writer’s Guild of Astoria and Astoria Visual Arts (AVA) have announced the winner of the 2022 North Coast Writer’s Residency: Jennifer D. Munro, of Albany, Oregon. The residency will take place the first week of November with a reception and a public reading will be held on November 5 at the AVA gallery in Astoria at 6 p.m. In a competitive field of writers, all accomplished and with merit, the quality of writing made the judges’ jobs extremely difficult this year. However, one writer stood out above the rest: Jennifer D. Munro, of Alban...
WordFest will meet on Tuesday, June 14, 6-8 p.m., at Keebler Roasted Coffee in the Roxy Theater, at 1101 Commerce Avenue in Longview. The event will feature five local writers reading from their works. Retired internist PJ Peterson will read from her latest Dr. Julia Fairchild mystery, One Will Too Many. Dr. Fairchild is invited to a charity gala where she meets a young banker, Jay Morrison. The next day he dies from alcohol poisoning, and Julia's nephew, a deputy sheriff investigating the homicide, asks Julia for help. Morrison has a long...
Submitted and edited by VFW Wahkiakum Post 5297 When we talk about the American flag ... our flag ... we are not just talking about a piece of red, white, and blue cloth. We are talking about our country. We are talking about you and me and our parents and our friends. We are talking about every American across this great nation we call home. When we talk about Old Glory, we are talking about our hopes and dreams, and each plan for the future. And we are talking about our form of government; a government that even despite its own faults and...
NOT GREAT--Those who were counting on a nice Memorial weekend in which they could spend three days in the sun, certainly were disappointed. Most of us definitely saw more rain than sunshine as this month came to a close. Here's to a sunnier June. SPECIAL DAYS--Those celebrating birthdays from June 2-8 are Becca Keilwitz, Ryan Helms, Robyn Longtain, Jill Havens, Terry Vik, Derrick Bardsley, Michael Wegdahl, Tori Wegdahl, Blain Fritzie, Justin Elfers, Lamar Blix, Rodney Ingersoll, Justin Lindsey, Chloe Cothren, MacKenzie Stevens, Johnnie...
