Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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Kaiyuan "Kent" Cheng has only been here a couple months, but it's long enough to know he's sold on the weather, and not so much on the food. You can call him Kent, but at home you would greet him with his last name first. Cheng Kaiyuan is said quickly and sounds a bit like "Chung-KI-you-ahn. The thermometers present high numbers most months of the year in Cheng's home of Nanjing, a few hours outside of Shanghai, China. "It's not very hot here," he said. "I love the cool weather." Still, he's...
Workshop offered on homemade gift ideas for the holidays On November 18, at noon, join in the fun as representatives from the WSU Extension Master Gardener, 4-H and Clothing and Textile programs share their favorite homemade gift ideas from the kitchen, the garden, the sewing room and the craft room. Giving handmade gifts to others brings a personal touch to the holidays, yet it can be difficult to decide what to make. Look no further for ideas for gifts that will be eagerly welcomed as the holiday season draws near. Lunch will be provided....
Learn the basics of preserving fish on November 19 at the Grays River Grange. The workshop begins at 5:30 p.m. Participants will be provided an opportunity to pressure can salmon and prepare a dish using Columbia River canned salmon. Funding for this workshop comes through the Wahkiakkum Marine Resource Committee and will be taught by Carrie Backman and Carol Ervest. To register or for more information contact the WSU Extension Office at 360-795-3278....
WILD ONE--Once again, we've had some nasty weather and it gave some of us yet another opportunity to gauge how ready we are for further winter storms that are sure to come. While I was prepared for a lot worse on Saturday, I was terribly thankful that we didn't get the brunt of the storm, unlike other nearby places, like Portland, which took a pretty hard hit with tens of thousands being left in the dark. Folks being interviewed on the news were terribly unhappy when they had to go over a day without power, and some almost two, but should they...
News from Naselle: Sports calendar for the Naselle Comet teams this week include: Thursday (today), volleyball with Wishkah in Naselle at 7 p.m. and it is Senior Night as well; Friday, football with Taholah in Naselle at 7 p.m. also Senior Night; Saturday, XC District in Rainier at 11 a.m.; Tuesday, volleyball District (please call the school for time and place). Go Comets! Mochas & More coffee stand at the corner of SR 4 and 401 in Naselle is still accepting donations, in an effort to send all...
The Halloween Carnival and Haunted House open tonight at 5 p.m. Jason Rainey and his volunteers have made my cow barn into a Haunted House. It will never be the same. I promise if you come you will leave scared. There are lots of ghosts and scary things to see, so don't forget to stop by. The cost for the Haunted House is only $3.00 unless you bring 3 non-perishable food items, then it will only cost you a dollar and all the food will be donated to the local food banks. In the Youth Building on Thursday (tonight) the Halloween Carnival will be...
The November meeting of the Gluten Free Support Group, formerly the Gluten Intolerant Group of Southwest Washington, will be held Saturday, November 8 from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Public Safety Complex at the Clark County Fairgrounds, 505 NW 179th St., Ridgefield. Admission is free. Lisa Angst will present her book, Living Well with Diet Restrictions. For further information contact Maureen at 360-571-8998....
The Wahkiakum Fair Foundation thanks everyone who supported their summer raffle. The grand prize winner was Damaris Blalock. Secondary prizes went to Serene Carroll, Ginger Schmitz, Joe Blalock, R. Humphries and Shawn Hogarty. The Foundation is taking orders for its annual holiday wreath sale. WFF members will be present at the Fair Flea Market on November 1 to take orders. Wreaths, swags and centerpieces will be available to pick up or purchase at the St. James Bazaar on November 22. The Fair Foundation does fundraising for projects at the...
The Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Council of Governments (CWCOG) on behalf of the Southwest Washington Economic Development Commission (SWEDC) is providing notice of a quarterly meeting of the SWEDC Board on November 12, 2014, 11:30—1:00, at Parker’s Steakhouse in Castle Rock. The meeting will include review and possible approval of the 2014—2018 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS). The CEDS identifies projects of regional significance as well as projects funded by federal, state, and local agencies in the three-county SWEDC district, inclu...
Wahkiakum 4-H was well represented at the Washington State Fair held in Puyallup. Results are as follows: Abigail Moten: Gardening: 10 Blue, 2 Red, Special Award of Merit; Rabbit: 2 Blue; Creative Arts: 1 Blue, 1 Red; Food Preservation: 3 Blue, 1 White; Clothing: 1 Red. Damaris Blalock: Knitting, 1 Blue; Creative Art: 3 Red. Grace Hunt: Clothing: 1 Blue. Haley Depoe: Clothing: 1 Blue; Creative Arts: 1 Blue, 1 Red; Food Preservation : Participation Ribbbon. Julianne McKay-Beach: Creative Arts: 1 White; Food Preservation: 1 Blue. Lindsay Hunt:...
Seal River resident Poul Toftemark recently spotted a herd of elk grazing on his property and shot these photos. He said he used binoculars to observe the herd and spotted none with elk hoof rot syndrome....
Neewollah Daze Posters were judged for K through 5th grade this week. Winners are as follows: 1st place in each grade: Abigail, Marga, Nick St. Onges, Boe Reid, Peter Vik, Selena Salis, and Kimberlee Watkins. 2nd place for each grade: Dylen Watkins, Camren, Montana Stephens, Arwynn Haney, Jazzy Kliehans, Leandra Tischer and Angela Pascoe. 3rd place for each grade: Ellie, Audrey, Maddisen Clark, Dalton Ashe, Lana, Delayne Whittle and Jessica Baker. Prizes may be picked up at Bank of the Pacific....
The Preschool Parents Group of St. James Family Center held their annual Halloween Carnival last Saturday. About 130 people attended, and the event raised about $330 for the preschool program....
RAINS RETURN--After a fairly decent weekend, it seems we are in for quite a soaking by the time you read this, along with some strong winds, so I hope you have the boots and umbrellas handy as Fall is defintely here, like in falling raindrops! I'm still shaking my head over the fact that we're already three weeks into October, a mere two months away from Christmas, oh my! SPECIAL DAYS--Those celebrating birthdays from Oct. 23-29 are Valle M. Ledtke, Nathaniel Norris, Nick Vavoudis, Don Wages, Christie Davis, Victoria Wallin and Joel Havens....
It’s time to start gearing up for the wintery weather. Looks like we are in for some wet and windy days ahead. Though we had a beautiful summer and a rather warm early fall, now the leaves are changing and the mornings are much cooler, not to mention the daylight hours are dwindling. I do love fall, and the changing colors. Naselle news Sports calendar for the Naselle Comet teams for this week include: Thursday (today), cross country at Ocosta at 3:30 p.m., JV volleyball with South Bend at 5:45 p.m., varsity volleyball with MM Knight in N...
Lower Columbia College is one of just 16 community colleges nationwide recognized as a Leader College by the Achieving the Dream organization. Leader College is a national designation awarded to select community colleges that commit to improving student success and also present clear evidence their efforts have resulted in improved student performance. Achieving the Dream, Inc., a national nonprofit funded in part by the Gates and Lumina Foundations, is dedicated to helping more community college students stay in school and earn a college...
The Pacific County Emergency Management Agency is currently seeking proposals from qualified consultants to update the Pacific County Hazard Mitigation Plan. The Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requires that all local governments adopt an approved Hazard Mitigation Plan to be eligible to receive future hazard mitigation grant funding. Local plans will serve as the basis for the state to provide technical assistance and to prioritize project funding. The PCEMA seeks consultant services in order to update the exising plan to meet the necessary re...
Chefs, authors, foragers and the mushroom loving public will come together on the Long Beach Peninsula from October through November 15 for the 13th annual Wild Mushroom Celebration. Highlights include special dinners, classes, workshops and wild mushrooms featured at participating restaurants and inns. New this year, The Painted Lady Lavender Farm will present “The Fungus Among Us” on Oct. 3 from 3 to 5 p.m., 1664 Hwy 101 South, Ilwaco. The workshop will cover the what, where, how and when of hunting, identifying and collecting locally fou...
Local residents needing to learn new information technology skills for their current job, a new career or just wanting to add some skills for personal enrichment can do so through Cathlamet Public Library thanks to a partnership between the Washington State Library and Microsoft. Microsoft’s IT Academy program offers free training to participating Washington residents to help prepare them for jobs and careers in a global economy that is becoming more tech-dependent. Cathlamet Public Library patrons will be able to access 250 courses offered o...
Earlier this year, the Friends of Skamokawa sold hand painted birdhouses and raised enough money to install a donated bell in the tower of Redmen Hall. They are doing it again with a new series of birdhouses. Jody Fox, the office manager at Redmen Hall, found inspiration when she noticed the birdhouses at a craft store in Longview and realized that they looked a lot like the old hall. She brought several of them home, eventually painting 20 of them to look like Redmen Hall. She placed a bell on...
PUD’s assistance program accepting contributions The Wahkiakum PUD is accepting contributions to their Residential Energy Assistance Program. This program provides an opportunity for customers to help each other by making voluntary contributions to assist low-income residential customers struggling to pay their electric bill. Anyone wishing to contribute to the program may donate in person, by phone, by mail or on the monthly billing statement. Customers may also elect to have REAP automatically deducted from a debit or credit card. Make d...
A Celebration of Life service will be held for Dave Curl, former blacksmith, artist and teacher, October 25, at 3 p.m., in the Lovell Room at Fort George Brewery in Astoria. This will be a potluck affair where attendees will share stories about Dave’s life....
The Tsuga Gallery, 70 Main St., Cathlamet, will celebrate with a Fall Festival tomorrow, October 24, from 5 to 7 p.m. Refreshments in the fall harvest theme will be served. Featured guest artist for the evening will be Jenny Kizziar, a member of Redmen Hall. Kizziar is a fabric artist, weaving textures and designs on her loom. Music will be provided by Randy Williams on guitar....
The annual Neewollah Daze celebration is quickly approaching. This year’s celebration will be held at Bank of the Pacific, Cathlamet branch, on Friday, October 31 with judging of costumes to begin at 4 p.m. There will be several categories with a prize-filled bag for each participant. Cookies and punch will be served. This event is sponsored by the Wahkiakum Chamber of Commerce. For more information, contact Penny Paulsen, event coordinator, at 795-3228....
Wahkiakum High school celebrated homecoming last week, with the Mules winning the football game 18-13....
