Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Sharon Jump receives her Rainier Princess crown from Claire Catt, executive director of United Way of Columbia County. Sharon will be part of the United Way My Fair Lady and Gentleman Court. Photo by Tonya Higgins.
The 2025 Columbia County United Way My Fair Lady and Gentleman court has appointed Rainier resident Sharon Jump as the Rainier "princess." This annual program is nomination-based and recognizes seniors in each of the five county districts who exemplify outstanding community service.
Jump volunteers her time at the Rainier Senior Center as a driver delivering Meals on Wheels in Rainier as well as other volunteer activities. As the Rainier Princess, Jump will participate in a number of county parades and events throughout the year.
The 2025 Queen or King is officially crowned on Senior Citizen Day, held during the Columbia County Fair each year. This year's event will take place on Wednesday, July 16 at the St. Helens Fairgrounds (58892 Saulser Rd., St. Helens) with a senior lunch starting at 10:30 a.m. followed by an on-stage pageant at 12:30 p.m.
The Rainier Senior Center is holding a special reception open to the community to honor Jump on Thursday, June 17, at 1 p.m.
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