The Wahkiakum County Eagle - Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891

Cathlamet started the holiday season with its annual lighting festival late Saturday afternoon. As usual, Santa Claus arrived by fire truck (below) and later moved to the lobby of the Hotel Cathlamet where he greeted youngsters, including Imbue and Robert Schultz. Laurie Miller (below, right) led the carol singing.

Photos by Ian Brandon.