Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night! So say we all as the blessed day comes. My prayer is for all travelers and loved ones to arrive safely with their families and have a loving, gentle day of giving and receiving. All the lights are up, I hope, and presents under the tree for the cat to play with. Animals are family, too. I hear snow might be coming. Soon we can settle and just be with friends and family to enjoy the day. December is full of activities as we prepare for the Big Day;...
On Dec. 17, Wahkiakum Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5297 presented certificates and cash awards to winners of the 2021-2022 Patriots Pen and Youth Essay contest at the middle and elementary schools. Working alongside America's youth and instilling a sense of patriotism has always been a VFW priority. Each year local VFW posts hold three essay competitions, the Voice of Democracy for grades 9-12, the Patriots Pen for grades 6-8, and the Youth Essay for grades 3-5. Students write essays based on...
The Wahkiakum County Sheriff's Office hosted another successful Shop With a Cop event over the weekend, perhaps the largest ever, according to Sheriff Mark Howie. "With the help of a Walmart grant and local donors, we were able to treat 30 kids to a wonderful day of shopping with deputies and fire/EMS personnel," Howie said. "Kids were able to buy gifts for their household family members and themselves in a festive and supportive atmosphere, and afterwards, treated to Poppa Pete's Pizza!"...
COLD/SNOW--As I begin this column, there are snowflakes falling and I must say, "I am not amused!" Actually KM Mountain at MP 22 is very white indeed so that may catch a few people off-guard, but hopefully everyone is prepared for these wintery conditions. Maybe by the time you read this, it will all be gone and we won't have to worry about it as we go into the weekend; fingers crossed! It seems when we have a million holiday things to do and places to go and events happening, that the weather opts to dump some horrible weather event upon us....
The Lower Columbia College Fighting Smelt Speech & Debate Team hosted and competed at the 49th Annual Michael Dugaw Smelt Classic on December 4 – 6. Ten colleges and universities from around the Pacific Northwest attended the virtual tournament. Though LCC was not eligible for team sweepstakes awards at their own tournament, each member of the team experienced individual success. Left to right: Penelope Anderson, Tyler Tremain, Adah Moore, Sarah Tran. Courtesy photo....
Washington State Parks invites the public to take a First Day Hike on Jan. 1, 2022. At least 42 state parks have scheduled staff-led hikes, self-guided hikes, dog strolls, cross-country ski trips and more for New Year’s Day. State parks in every part of Washington will host free, family-friendly activities. Jan. 1 marks the first free day of 2022. Visitors won’t need a Discover Pass to park on state recreation lands. First Day Hikes will range in difficulty from paved, flat ADA-accessible trails to moderate hill climbs. A few parks will host mo...
Photo by Dan Westlind: We got our first snow of the winter season up here in the Willapa Alps, also known as Beaver Creek Rd., on Thursday morning. There was about 1/2" accumulation." More snow has come since then, and the National Weather Service is predicting a snow level around 2,200 feet this weekend, with a high temperature of 44o and a low of 38o down along the river....
Submitted by Ron Wright Photos by Jess Vik Last weekend the Wahkiakum Mecha-Mules ran into tougher competition than the first tournament. We finished 2-3-1 for our six matches. Overall in our Region (29 teams, SW Washington, from Olympia to Vancouver to Skamania) we are 9-1, since only the best 10 of 12 matches are counted. And we still lead in our region by over 100 competition points. The team circled up right after the tourney to discuss how to improve for the next tournament (Jan 15). Our bi...
We have nine days till Christmas. We can either use it for more shopping or we can recognize that the days we have left give us time to pause in gratitude for all this Holy Day means. Advent is a time to open our hearts to the mystery of God the Creator, God in Flesh and God the Comforter. May you all be blessed by the coming days with the message of light in the darkness. And may the coming of the shortest day of the year (winter equinox) remind us that light has indeed come with the increased...
Bobby Miller of Deep River installing Christmas lights on his barn on SR4 just past the Deep River highway bridge. He and daughter June installed them as they have been put up for many years. Photo by Karen Bertroch....
BREAKFAST Monday--French Toast Sticks or Cold Cereal. Tuesday--Yogurt & Graham Cracker or Cold Cereal. Wednesday--Blueberry Muffin or Cold Cereal. Thursday--Mule Muffin or Cold Cereal. Friday--Cinni-Mini Bagels or Cold Cereal. LUNCH All lunch entrees include the "5-Star Salad Bar" offering a variety of fruits, vegetables, toppings and condiments. Lunch choices include Salad Bar and Milk. Dec. 13--Popcorn Chicken w/Baby Baker Potatoes. Dec. 14--Taco Burger. Dec. 15--Teriyaki Chicken w/Rice. Dec. 16--Pizza. Dec. 17--Corn Dog....
N/GRV School Menus BREAKFAST Breakfast comes with fresh fruit, milk and juice. Mon.--WG Banana Bread or Cold Cereal. Tues.--Blueberry Bagel or Cold Cereal. Wed.--Waffles w/Syrup or Cold Cereal. Thur.--Egg & Cheese Bagel or Cold Cereal. Fri.--Yogurt w/Granola or Cold Cereal. LUNCH All lunch entrees include side item, vegetables, fruit, milk and the 5 Star Salad Bar. Dec. 13--Sloppy Joes on WG Bun. Dec. 14--Chicken Fajita on WG Shell. Dec. 15--Bean & Cheese Burrito. Dec. 16--Sweet Chili Chicken Wraps. Dec. 17--Early release, Pepperoni Pizza...
Photo of the Week: The metalcraft piece “Sasquatch” was made by Glenn Miller as a gift to his father, Bobby Miller. Glenn’s art pieces are for sale at Englund Marine in Astoria where whales, fish and flags are popular pieces. You can reach Glenn in Naselle at (360) 484-7701. I will have more information for you in next week’s paper since I will visit with him and his wife, Shirley, on Saturday afternoon. At 76 years old, I have trouble remembering words. Both my bosses, Rick Nelson and Bob Tor...
NIPPY--We woke up Sunday morning to temperatures below freezing so it was definitely a reminder that one needs an extra blanket on their bed and to put on some warmer apparel when they go outside! The rest of the week is looking mighty wet, so we can't forget our rubber boots, umbrellas and rain coats either! I just hope we don't have more slides or flooding at this busy time of year. While all this gray, wet and ugly weather persists, please be sure to turn on those headlights, as they may not help you see, but it sure helps others see you!...
Greetings from the fair office. This will be a busy weekend at the fairgrounds. Friday the drive-thru Christmas lights will open at 5 and run until 8. The fair board members worked hard to get the lights up in the rain last weekend. Then on Saturday we will have the flea market and it will be open until 7 p.m. as the fair board will have the lighting show again along with a spaghetti dinner served from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. So come on down and find a few treasures, go through the Christmas lights and have dinner. The Christmas lighting will...
December 9, 2021 through December 16, 2021 The Eagle urges all organizations to inform us of any changes in your schedule since the covid restrictions. THURSDAY Walking Group, Community Center, Cathlamet, 9 a.m. Food Addicts, Hope Center, 3rd & Maple, Cathlamet, 6-7 p.m. Cathlamet Fire Department, 7 p.m. Senior Citizen Luncheon, Rosburg Hall, Noon. Puget Island Fire Department, drill night, 7 p.m. Port District No. 1, 500 2nd St., 5 p.m. District No. 4 Fire Department, 7 p.m. Grays River Fire District No. 3 Commissioners, 7:30 p.m. Grays River...
It’s likely Santa has met a few firefighters in his day, considering how much time he spends going in and out of chimneys. Maybe that’s why he agreed to travel Wahkiakum highways and byways with crews from all the local fire departments this weekend on their second annual Wahkiakum County Fire and EMS Santa Run, as they parade around the community in their fire engines with lights a’glowing, and sirens a’blaring, all to collect donations for the STAR program, the Wahkiakum Animal Advocat...
Season Long is starting up a Wahkiakum chapter of Shoeboxes of Joy, a Christmas program with origins in Pacific County. Shoeboxes of Joy was created by a woman named De Ann Kettwig, who, according to information provided by Long, was looking for a way to reach out to local elderly and disabled residents who were without family during the holidays, by bringing them a special and useful gift. Long initially got involved in the project while living in Chinook, establishing a “Chinook Route.” It...
Jordyn Wirkkala is one of four medical students to be awarded $5,000 from the Dr. Burr Field Scholarship Fund for 2021. Wirkkala attends the Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine in Yakima. The Dr. Burr Field Scholarship is given to students in their fourth year of medical school who are preparing for careers in family medicine in rural Eastern Washington. "This year's group of applicants was exceptional. Each of these scholarship recipients grew up in...
WET ENOUGH?--This last weekend of November has definitely been a wet one, as once again we've had inches of rain per day and the creeks and streams have risen and our fields are more like lakes again. By the time you read this on Thursday, it's supposed to be dry for a couple of days so I certainly hope that's true as we've all got things to do and places to go in order to get ready for the holidays. SPECIAL DAYS--Those celebrating birthdays from Dec. 2-8 are Menoka Martin, Maria Snow, Mackenizie Allen, Hank Bassi, Dennis Reed, Kitty Speranza,...
What a good holiday! Thanksgiving is an ideal time to stop and think about all we have to be grateful for. This week I’m thinking about the school and all the organizations that bring hope and help all to our “downriver” communities.” I am very grateful for the folks who send me news about what’s happening, and Lisa Nelson who sends updates from the Naselle/GRV schools. And I’d like to remind you that the Naselle Youth Camp is also busy educating young men who need stability in their lives...
First Interstate wishes to thank Amy Gurley for her years of service. After more than 30 years with First Interstate Bank, Gurley is retiring Dec. 3. "Amy has been a valuable part of our team for 30 years," said Sandra Miller, Financial Services Representative. "She has been the constant that knows our clients and has always been willing to go the extra mile for them. She will be missed" Gurley is looking forward to spending more time with friends and family, traveling south in the winter, and...
Save the date of December 11 for the Wahkiakum Lighted Parade and Holiday Market taking place at the Elochoman Marina in Cathlamet. The events start at 3 p.m. at the Marina and River Mile 38 Brewing Co., with a Trunk Sale and Artisan Holiday Market. At the Trunk Sale and Artisan Market you will find vendors selling sweet and savory foods plus many handcrafted items perfect for holiday gift giving. Maria’s Restaurant will have chili and tamales for sale. For the adults, the brewery will serve a festive mulled wine along with their classic b...
