Bicyclist hit by train, dies
Sta Reports
FERNDALE — At approxi-
mately 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, a bicyclist traveling south on Hovander Road collided with a railroad crossing bar.
According to an Aug. 17 press release from the City of Ferndale, the yet unnamed cyclist was thrown into the path of a moving train that “subsequently struck the cyclist.” e cyclist received injuries which proved to be fatal, the City of Ferndale reported.
Ferndale Police Department, the Whatcom County Sheri ’s O ce, the Washington State
Patrol and the Whatcom County Medical Examiner’s O ce investigated the accident. Whatcom County Fire District 7 and Support O cers of Whatcom County provided medical assistance, the City of Ferndale reported. Additional victim information will not be released “until family noti cation is complete,” the City of Ferndale reported. For inquiries regarding Case 24F7331, contact Ferndale Communications and Community Relations O cer Megan Juenemann at 360-685-2353 or meganjuenemann@cityo erndale.org.
I-5 collision leaves one dead, three others injured
By Bill Helm Editor
FERNDALE — A two-vehicle accident in the early hours of Friday morning resulted in one man dead and three other people injured. e accident occurred at 2:38 a.m. Aug. 16 on Interstate 5 just north of Portal Way in Ferndale. e collision took place when a 2005 Pontiac GTO driven by 20-year-old Collin Cayo of Bellingham entered I-5 southbound from Portal Way when he lost control and struck the left-side barrier,
Washington State Patrol reported in a press memo later that morning. A motorcycle, a 2006 Yamaha FJR1300 operated by 47-year-old Blaine resident Evan Hayes, could not stop in time and struck the Pontiac, WSP reported. Hayes, who was wearing his helmet, was transported to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle with injuries sustained from the collision. Hayes later died at the hospital. Cayo and his passengers, 20-year-old Eric Chavez-Garas and 18-year-old Kyndra Risler, both Ferndale residents,
Ferndale Music Mystery continues to grow
Jon Mutchler looks to learn more about two 1909 musical pieces, as well as their author
By Luke Seymour Sta Reporter
FERNDALE — ere is a home-grown music mystery brewing in Ferndale and local pastor and music teacher Jon Mutchler needs the aid to Whatcom residents everywhere to help him solve it.
In October 2022, local pastor and Blaine resident Todd Gallahar obtained a free piano that he had found online for his wife, Amanda. After familiarizing himself with the instrument, Gallahar looked inside the piano bench where he then found a stack of old piano music sheets. After searching through the piles of sheet music, Gallahar found what he believed to be two sheets of originally composed music pieces, one titled the Blaine TwoStep, the other titled, the Semiahmoo Waltz. Both pieces were published over 125 years ago, in 1909. After doing some Internet sleuthing and unable to nd any further background information on the two pieces, Gallahar sent the music to his friend Mutchler to help locate the origins of the music. Gallahar believed Mutchler would have some potential insight on this musician, considering Mutchler once held the position of house pianist for the Semiahmoo Resort.
“I gave the music to Jon and he did some research and put it out there asking the public for information,” Gallahar said.
Gallahar added that he was fascinated by the music pieces as soon as he saw them, and was interested in what they had to say about Whatcom County’s past.
“I thought they were pretty cool,” Gallahar said. “What I’ve really found interesting about this music is that, even though we’ve learned some, history can get lost in even one or two generations. It’s important to document early, even before someone might think of something as historical.”
Although Gallahar had found the pages in 2022, Mutchler said he didn’t receive the sheets un-
Ruth Murphy, above, a piano student of Jon Mutchler, has been recorded playing the Blaine Two-Step and the Semiahmoo Waltz, with video posted on Mutchler’s YouTube page in July.Jon Mutchler, below, shown playing the piano at Ferndale’s annual Christmas celebration, wants to learn more about two 1909 songs and their author, Harriet Rogers Owen. (Photo above, courtesy Ruth
Bill Helm/Ferndale Record)
til June 2024. Although Gallahar said he has already gained a good deal of information about the music sheets and the person who wrote them, whose name is Harriet Rogers Owen, by letting the word out on Facebook as well as his other social media platforms.
“Not only did she write music but she also wrote poetry,” Mutchler said, pointing to a poem by Owen he uncovered called the Ghent and the Art of Peace.
Mutchler has already played some of the pieces and has even had a few of his piano students try their hand at the music. at student, 20-year-old Whatcom resident Ruth Murphy, was recorded playing both pieces of music with video posted on Mutchler’s YouTube page in July.
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were transported to PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center with injuries sustained from the collision. WSP reported a third passenger, name unknown, with unknown injuries. It is not known whether Cayo or his passengers wore their seatbelts at the time of the collision. Although drugs or alcohol are believed to be involved, WSP reported that charges against Cayo are under investigation.
-- Contact Bill Helm at bill@ lyndentribune.com.
Ferndale back to school event gives families chance to connect
By Luke Seymour Sta Reporter
FERNDALE — On Aug. 24, the Ferndale School District’s Family Resource Center will host a back to school event at the Ferndale High School cafeteria. e event will take place on a Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon. e event will serve as an opportunity for students and parents from all over Ferndale to meet and connect with members of the district as well as other community partners before the new school year begins. Some community groups that will be in attendance include the Ferndale Boys and Girls Club, the Ferndale Community Coalition, Lummi Nation representatives, the Whatcom Dispute Resolutions Center.
ere will also be backpacks and school supplies given away during the event, with the Whatcom New Life Assembly donating more than 200 new backpacks to the proceedings and the Lummi Nation providing the school supplies. Snacks and refreshments will be provided as well.
Located at 5780 Hendrickson Ave., the FSD Family Resource Center is an advocacy group that, according to the FSD website, “facilitates partnerships between Ferndale School District and community resources. We are here to serve as a link and as advocates between our students, our families, and our schools.”
Family Resource Center liaison Kim Bunch said the center will celebrate its third year serving the students and families of the FSD. Bunch explained that the back to school event, now in its second year, is an opportunity for families to connect with community service agencies, pick up school supplies, meet school sta (such as family support liaisons) and grab a snack.
For more information, visit the Ferndale School District website at ferndalesd.org. -- Contact Luke Seymour at luke@lyndentribune.com.
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NEWS/BUSINESS
Human trafficking victims rescued
BELLINGHAM — On Aug. 13, Whatcom Gang and Drug Task Force (WGDTF) along with the Bellingham Police Department, with the assistance of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and Customs and Border Protection, executed a search warrant at 1333 Lincoln St., Suite 2, Bellingham. is was across from Bellingham’s Carl Cozier Elementary School.
is location is known as 33 Mansion Mental Massage Spa.
According to an Aug. 13 press release from the Whatcom County Sheri ’s O ce, o cers were provided with tips and leads “several months ago” from concerned community members regarding the possible tra cking of females at this location.
“Online advertisements suggesting females available for commercial sex acts were found on multiple websites advertising this location,” WCSO reported.
“During the execution of the search warrant, WGDFT deputies rescued two human tra cking victims who were o ered resources by HSI.”
WCSO also reported that several code violations were found by Bellingham Police Department Code Enforcement and Planning Department Building O cial.
“Notices of non-compliance will be referred directly to the property owners, as they are accountable and ultimately responsible for the conditions of their commercially leased spaces,” WCSO reported.
No business or massage licenses were found during the search. WCSO reported that this is an ongoing investigation.
WSP seeking witnesses to a felony hit-andrun collision
NOOKSACK — Washington State Patrol (WSP) is actively investigating a serious injury hitand-run collision that occurred at 3:52 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17 on state Route 542 near Uphill Drive (milepost 24.)
According to an Aug. 19 press release from WSP, an unknown vehicle was traveling eastbound on State Route 542 near milepost 24 and an orange 2024 Harley Davidson motorcycle was traveling westbound on State Route 542 near MP 24. e unknown vehicle crossed the centerline and struck the motorcycle. e motorcycle came to rest on the eastbound shoulder. e unknown vehicle ed the scene continuing eastbound on state Route 542.
WSP detectives are looking for a 2015-2021 white Nissan Murano as a vehicle of interest. e Murano will have passenger side damage near the front wheel and possibly damage to the passenger side mirror.
WSP detectives are asking witnesses of the collision or anyone with information on the eeing vehicle to call Det. Dan Comnick at 360-654-1144 or email him at Daniel.Comnick@wsp.wa.gov.
County Planning Commission meeting
BELLINGHAM — On ursday, Aug. 22, the Whatcom
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Grace Harbor Farms brings back milk delivery service
Lynden dairy company Grace Harbor Farms launched a new home delivery service earlier this year. As part of the service, employees wear an old-fashioned milkman hat to deliver dairy products to the county’s customers. (Photos courtesy Grace Harbor Farms)
By Luke Seymour Sta Reporter
LYNDEN — Earlier this year, Lynden dairy company Grace Harbor Farms launched a new home delivery service. e service involves employees wearing an old-fashioned milkman hat to deliver dairy products to the county’s customers.
e company released a press statement that addressed the new delivery system by saying, “In a bid to bridge the gap for those struggling to access quality food in underserved areas, Grace Harbor Farms aims to revolutionize the local food delivery landscape. e service extends beyond merely delivering
farm-fresh products; it fosters a vibrant local community by offering a platform for small businesses and farmers to showcase their goods.”
O ering a wide variety of products, the dairy company delivers some of their most popular homemade goods such as their ke r beverages that come in plain, vanilla and raspberry avors. ey also o er to deliver milk and cartons of eggs from, all locally sourced from their farms in Lynden.
According to Grace Harbor Farms owner and manager David Lukens, the position came about to bridge the distance between the company and its most loyal patrons dur-
ing the busier seasons.
“We have a kind of seasonal vision of things,” Lukens said. “Business dies down a little during the summer because people are traveling, but then it picks up again in the fall and during the holidays. at’s basically our busy season.”
Along with the dairy farm, Lukens said the operation also runs a small chicken farm called Misty Meadows. e farm houses up to 2,500 chickens, more than enough to supply Whatcom residents with a steady ow of eggs.
Lukens said customers have two types of delivery-style options to choose from.
“ ey have an option where they can do a weekly order that is tailored to what their needs are or they can do a recurring order,” Lukens said. “Wednesday and ursday are kind of our two best delivery times.”
Lukens added that, although the idea makes sense on a nancial level, the milkman project is mostly about connecting with Grace Harbor Farm’s most loyal consumers as well as doing right by the farmers who supply the farm with their goods.
“ at’s why we’re trying to keep it local,” Lukens said. “To support these farmers who are awesome, who we work with directly and to get what they’re providing straight to families. I mean, my greatest joy is seeing my son consume our yogurt. He’s 2 years old and so it just hits you in the heart when you realize that we’re doing something that families and kids love.” Learn more about Grace Harbor Farms at graceharborfarms.com.
Music: Gallaher, Mutchler work to uncover mystery
In October 2022, local pastor and Blaine resident Todd Gallahar obtained a free piano that he had found online for his wife, Amanda. After familiarizing himself with the instrument, Gallahar looked inside the piano bench where he then found a stack of old piano music sheets (Photo courtesy Ruth Murphy)
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pieces may be simple that they are great fun to play and would highly recommend players at an intermediate skill level give them a try.
“Piano takes a lot of en-
ergy to master, so it’s nice to practice with pieces such as the Blaine Two-Step and the Semiahmoo Waltz because they’re such fun little songs,” Murphy said.
Murphy said although the two pieces are very similar in structure, there
are some subtle di erences in di culty between them.
“ e Two-Step is denitely the easiest of the two,” Murphy said. “It’s an easy, intermediate piece. e Waltz is a little harder but still very intermediate. e last section with the arpeggios is the hardest part, but I like it best because it has more taste, in my opinion, and is the most fun to play when mastered. e varying themes give lots of room for personal style and interpretation.” Ultimately, Murphy said she hopes more can be learned about the artist behind these pieces and that they may end up in the hands of a young piano enthusiast who wishes to learn something with a more local avor.
“I think they’re super great pieces for any student to learn and since there’s not many recordings out there you can pretty much interpret them however you want and add as much of your own style as you like,” Murphy said. Although Mutchler and Gallahar are already engaging a great deal with the music itself and have found out some key details about the person who wrote the music, Mutchler said there is still so much to learn about Owen and he hopes that history bu s and music enthusiast from throughout the county will help him learn about her.
“Anything that adds to our history here in the Northwest is valuable,” Mutchler said. “At the end of the day, there might be some great-great-greatgrandchildren who get a sense of pride from this.” For more information on how to get involved in the mystery or to contribute clues to the search, email Jon Mutchler at jonmutchler@gmail.com.
Community Calendar
Saturdays
Grief Share Support Group
Grief Share is a support group that meets weekly where you will find a warm, caring environment of people who walk with you on your journey through grief after losing a loved one to death. This group will help you find healing and hope for your future. Meetings are for 13 consecutive Saturdays from Aug. 31 through Nov. 23 from 10 a.m. until noon in the corner classroom at North County Christ the King Church, 1816 18th St., Lynden. Email sandra.smith@ ncctk.com for more information.
Second Tuesday of each month
Whatcom DBSA support group(Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance) meets the second Tuesday of each monthfrom 7-9 p.m.at the Chestnut Professional Building, 800 E. ChestnutSt. Ste. 1C, Bellingham. Meet in person or on Zoom. Email whatcomdbsa@gmail.com for Zoom specifics.
Through Aug. 23
Farmtunes
Bellewood Farms & Distillery will host its summer concert series, Farmtunes, from 6-9 p.m. Fridays through Aug. 23. The family friendly concerts present artists from throughout the Pacific Northwest. Celtic band Clanna Morna, Aug. 9; Michael Dayvid, Aug. 16; and cover band Gladstone, Aug. 23. Bellewood Farms is at 6140 Guide Meridian, Lynden. Visit bellewoodfarms.com for more information.
Through Aug. 31
Visage and Vessel
Aug. 2-31, Allied Arts will showcase Visage & Vessel, a diverse collection of artistic works utilizing various materials and mediums to convey creativity and expression. Through drawings, paintings, ceramics and sculpture, the exhibition encapsulates a rich tapestry of creative exploration. Allied Arts, 1418 Cornwall, Bellingham,is a non-profit gallery, all proceeds from sales go to support the arts in our community. For more information visit www. alliedarts.org or contact Xandra Blackburn at 360-676-8548 x102 or gallery@alliedarts.org.
Aug. 24
Meridian High School
alumni all-class reunion
Meridian High School alumni all-class reunion, from 2-6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24 at Meridian High School, 194 W. Laurel Road. Food trucks will be on-site. Bring your classic car, truck, boat, tractor or camper. Enjoy an afternoon of reminiscing with fellow alumni. This is a free event. RSVP, encouraged but not required, to MeridianHSalumni@gmail.com.
Aug. 28
General Election
Candidates Forum
Aug. 28, Bellingham City Club will present the first of three general election forums at the Bellingham Yacht Club. Panelists include 42nd Legislative District Position 1 candidates Joe Timmons and Kamal Bhachu, Public Utility District Commission Position 2 candidates Eddy Ury and Dan Johnson, and State Supreme Court Position 2 candidates Sal Mungia and Todd A. Bloom. Cost is $25 for members, $30 for non-members, $10 for anyone under age 25, and $10 for program only (includes co ee and cookie). Tickets sold until 8 p.m. Aug. 25. Register at bhamcityclub.wildapricot.org/
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Sept. 1-30
September Eat Local Month
Join Sustainable Connections for a month-long celebration of local food and those who grow, raise, fish, make and cook it to share with us. All month long, Sustainable Connections will highlight opportunities to meet your chef, farmer, fisher and grocer and experience the unique flavors of our region. Visit sustainableconnections.org for more.
Sept. 7
Lynden Whiskey Event
The Lynden Whiskey Event is from 4-10 p.m. Sept. 7 in downtown Lynden. Participating businesses will be open to host local whiskey distilleries, and with every Whiskey Walk ticket purchase, you’ll receive five tasting tokens that will allow you to choose from a wide selection of whiskeys at the participating distilleries. The Beer Garden at Overflow Taps purchased separately at Overflow Taps and is not a liated with The Lynden Music Festival. Tokens valued at $5 each. Token prices may vary and may lower the cost per token. Additional tokens can be purchased at event check in booth for $5 each. Visit lyndenwhiskeyevent.com for more information.
Sept. 13-20
Raise the Roof Auction
Get ready to have a great time at Habitat for Humanity in Whatcom County’s 22nd annual Raise the Roof Auction. The in-person party starts at 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20 at Barnstar Events, 5295 S Church Road, Ferndale, and will feature live music, games, great food and more. Even if you can’t join the party, you can still saddle up and support Habitat’s online auction which opens on Friday, Sept. 13. Register in advance and preview the auction items at auctria. events/GiddyUp.
Sept. 14-22
Whatcom Water Week
Help the Whatcom Watersheds Information Network (WWIN)
celebrate Whatcom Water Week from Saturday, Sept. 14 through Sunday, Sept. 22. A series of fun, free, family-friendly events throughout Whatcom County o er residents a chance to celebrate the importance of water. Events include family activities, tours and explorations, contests and prizes, and special community events. Visit WhatcomWaterWeeks.org for a list of events.
Sept. 14
Free electronics recycling
Recycle unwanted televisions, computers and monitors, working or not, for free, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Sept. 14 at the Lynden City Hall parking lot, 300 4th St. All individuals and small businesses are eligible to drop o up to 10 items. E-Cycle Washington accepts all types of TVs, computers, laptops, tablets and monitors for recycling at no charge. More information at ecyclewa.org.
Sept. 14
Whatcom County Farm Tour
The free Whatcom County Farm Tour will be held on Saturday, Sept. 14 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Each location will o er a unique opportunity to meet the folks who grow and raise your food and learn more about how that food makes it from the farm to your plate. All ages are welcome. Visit
sustainableconnections.org for more information.
Sept. 22
Sowing Hope Cultivating Peace International Day of Peace, Sept. 22, will be a community-focused day of celebration that will o er space to support the work of the PJC in uplifting local organizers as well as connecting to global movements against violence and oppression. For more information, email aneesaxahad@gmail.com.
Sept 22
Myths, Legends & History
Join acclaimed author R.L. GeerRobbins as she takes us on a journey through the creation of her book series, The Raven Society. Delve into the world of myths, legends and history in this hour-long presentation. She will emphasize the importance of understanding mythology for what it truly represents: a glimpse into the past and the evolution of our world. A perfect way to get into the Halloween spirit. Join her at Village Books in Fairhaven at 5 p.m. Sept. 22. Registration is required, visit villagebooks.com for more information. Cost is $5 per person.
Sept. 25
Living independently
Have you or someone you know lost vision and want to continue to live independently? Beth Marsau invites you to a free informational meeting at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25 at United Church of Ferndale, 2034 Washington St. A service provider with Washington Department of Services for the Blind Independent Living Program, Marsau wants to tell you how this free program can empower individuals with vision loss to live independently in their homes and communities. For further information, and to RSVP, call Beth at 360-201- 1021 or 360384-6494, or call United Church of Ferndale at 360-384-3302.
Sept. 28
Day On The Bay
Saturday, Sept. 28 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. for a Day on the Bay to learn about Bellingham’s rich maritime culture, fishing industry and business community on Bellingham Bay. Visit sustainableconnections.org for more information.
Oct. 5-6
Lynden Lions Club Model Train and Toy Show
The Lynden Club will have its 39th annual Model Train and Toy Show on Oct. 5-6 at the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds, in the Henry Jansen Agricultural Building. The show features more than 50,000 square feet of running model train layouts, exhibits and vendors. Trains of all gauges for train bu s of all ages. Toys as well. All profits go to Lions Club community projects. Show times are 9 a.m. until 5 pm Saturday, 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Sunday. Visit lyndentrainshow.com for more information.
Oct. 25
Peace Builder Awards
Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center’s 21st annual Peace Builder Awards will be held on Oct. 25 at the Four Points by Sheraton. The Peace Builder Awards have spotlighted individuals and organizations who have strengthened the area’s neighborhoods, schools and Whatcom County at large. The Peace Builder Awards also serves as a core fundrais-
ing event, to support WDRC’s full range of conflict prevention and intervention services. For more information, visit whatcomdrc.org.
Nov. 2
2024 Nordic Fest
This year’s Nordic Fest will be presented by Daughters of Norway Nellie Gerdrum Lodge No. 41, Bellingham Saturday, Nov. 2 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Ferndale Events Center, I-5 Exit 262, at 5715 Barrett Road. Scandinavian bakery, entertainment all day with Nordic music and dancing, Nordic gifts and crafts, Norsk Kafé, Bunad parade. Admission is $5 for anyone 13 and older.
Through Oct. 26
Tour Lynden, Greenwood cemeteries
“A Walk Back in Time” historic Lynden Cemetery tours will take place at 11 a.m. each Saturday on the south side of Front Street at Guide Meridian Road. Tours of Greenwood Cemetery, 605 E. Wiser Lake Road are at 1 p.m. the last Saturday of each month. Learn about pioneer families and unique cemetery trivia. Tours are free, no reservations needed. Details: 360-354-3675. Also, Whatcom County Cemetery District No. 10 commissioners have printed cards to help folks take their own self-guided tour of the two cemeteries. Each cemetery has its own corresponding card, with a map and numbered points of interest. Cards are available at each cemetery in the public information container on the exterior wall to the right of the o ce door. For more information, email rhdecima@gmail.com.
Tuesdays and Thursdays through Sept. 30
Bocce Ball
Lynden Community/Senior Center has Bocce Ball practice at Bender Fields Bocce Ball court on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 10 a.m. until noon, through Sept. 30. If there is rain, we will not play, but if it’s sunny come out and join in the fun. Make sure you bring a lawn chair.
Tuesdays Watercolor Series Class
Join Lois Dahl every Tuesday from 10 a.m. until noon at Lynden Community/Senior Center, 401 Grover St.Lois will teach beginner and more experienced skills depending on the student’s abilities. Cost for the series of four classes is $30 for members, $35 for nonmembers. Registration is required before the class begins. Call 360354-2921 or email info@lyndencommunitycenter.org for more information and to register.
Third Monday of each month Minds Alive!
Minds Alive is a partnership between The Upfront Theatre and NWRC to o er improv classes for anyone with early stage memory loss and their care partners. Classes are from 2-3 p.m. the third Monday of each month at The Upfront Theatre, 203 Prospect St., Bellingham. Classes are designed to engage participants in improv exercises that tap into the present moment through creativity, connection and joy. Specially trained Upfront improvisers will facilitate a creative experience surely to enrich, support and entertain. Registration is required, either online, by email at info@ theupfront.com, or by phone 360200-8697.
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North Whatcom County municipal, county governments
Lynden City Council
Lynden City Council
meets at 7 p.m. the first and the third Monday of every month at the City Hall Annex, 205 Fourth St. If Monday is a holiday, then council will meet on Tuesday. Visit lyndenwa. org for more information, including council agendas, which are released no later than 24 hours before the meeting.
Everson City Council
Everson City Council meets at 7 p.m. the secondand fourthTuesday of each month at Everson City Hall, 111 W. Main St. Visit ci.everson.wa.us for meeting agendas or for more information.
Nooksack City Council
Nooksack City Council
meets at 7 p.m. the first and third Mondays of the month at Nooksack City Hall, 103 W. Madison St. If Monday is a holiday, then council will meet on Tuesday. Visit cityofnooksack. com for meeting agendas or for more information.
Sumas City Council
Sumas City Council meets at 7 p.m. the secondand fourthMonday of each month at Sumas City Hall, 433 Cherry St. Planning Commission meets at 5:30 p.m. the third Wednesday of the month if needed. Other committees meet only as needed. Visit cityofsumas. com for meeting agendas or for more information.
Ferndale City Council
Ferndale City Council meets at 5 p.m. the first and third Mondays of each month. If Monday is a holiday, then council will meet on Tuesday. Meetings are held at the City Hall Annex, 5694 Second Ave. Visit cityo erndale. org for agendas and links to council and other committee meetings.
Whatcom County Council
Whatcom County Council meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 6 p.m. at the County Courthouse, 311 Grand Ave. Suite 105, Bellingham. Visit whatcomcounty.us for agendas and links to council and other committee meetings.
Instead of debating issues ...
Editor,
As an American voter, I strongly support elections which focus on policy platforms rather than emotionally driven personality issues.
As one studies the history of all political parties within the United States, one will discover that all have been recognizing and accepting the importance of the United States Constitution, the “Rule of Law” and the importance of checks and balances on which these policies are based.
e USC is also dynamic, founded upon the idea if it needs changing, there are prescribed methods of doing so through prescribed processes.
Apparently, the new policy that is followed permits any change can be made by promoting unconstitutional methods, one being personality reviews of our candidates rather than these policies.
So, instead of debating the policy issues, we can now revert to condemning the opposing candidates by exposing their personalities to the public creating an imbalance which diminishes or eliminates policy considerations.
By doing so, (1) bad policy decisions and (2) discussions regarding improvements to policies can be unfortunately but e ectively left out of the election process. ese reviews amount to a distraction. But why do we need to be distracted by the personality soap operas during the elections?
It is the policy platforms that we must pay attention to. Had we done so during the past election cycles, we would not have found ourselves in this abyss of confusion
WHERE TO WRITE
North Whatcom Municipal City of Everson, 111 W. Main St./PO Box 315, Everson, WA 98247, 360-966-3411; Mayor John Perry, email: mayor@ ci.everson.wa.us. City Clerk/Treasurer Melanie Dickinson, email: mdickinson@ci.everson.wa.us. Website: ci.everson.wa.us. City of Ferndale, 2095 Main St./ P.O. Box 936 Ferndale, WA 98248, 360-384-4302; Mayor Greg Hansen, 360-685-2350 ext. 1105, email greghansen@cityofferndale.org. City Administrator Jori Burnett, 360-685-2351 ext. 1104, email joriburnett@cityo erndale.org. Website: cityo erndale. org. City of Lynden, 300 4th St. Lynden, WA 98264, 360-3541170; Mayor Scott Korthuis, email korthuiss@lyndenwa.org; City Administrator John Williams, email williamsj@lyndenwa.org. City of Nooksack, 103 W Madison St, Nooksack, WA 98276, 360-966-2531. Mayor Kevin Hester kevin@cityofnooksack.com. Clerk/ Treasurer Virginia Arnason, email: virginia@cityofnooksack.com. Website: cityofnooksack.com.
we have allowed ourselves to sink into.
As Americans, we must realize that our government is run by policies that are sanctioned by the people instead of competitions between personalities. We must focus in policy or ask policy questions of our candidates as we approach the upcoming election cycle.
Leaving policy out of a campaign could be considered one way to cover up a failing administration.
Gerald Hulbert Sumas
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98226, 360-398-7111. Superintendent James Everett, email: jeverett@ meridian.wednet.edu. Website: meridian.wednet.edu
Mount Baker School District, 4956 Deming Road/P.O. Box 95 Deming, WA 98244, 360-3832000. Superintendent Mary Sewright, 360-617-4600, msewright@mtbaker.wednet.edu. Website: mtbaker.wednet.edu.
Nooksack Valley School District, 3326 E. Badger Road, Everson, WA 98247, 360-9884754. Superintendent Matt Galley, email: matt.galley@nv.k12.wa.us. Website: nv.k12.wa.us.
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President Joe Biden (D), The White House, 1600 Pennsylvania. Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20500; Public comment desk, 202-4561111; email form at whitehouse. gov/contact. Website: joebiden. com.
U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D), 511 Hart Senate O ce Building, Washington, DC 20510, 202224-3441; Public comment form at cantwell.senate.gov/contact. Website: cantwell.senate.gov.
U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D), 154 Russell Senate O ce Building, Washington, D.C. 20510, 202-224-2621; Public comment email form at murray.senate.gov/ write-to-patty; Website: murray. senate.gov.
U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (D), 2163 Rayburn HOB, Washington, DC 20515, 202-2252605; Public comment email form at larsen.house.gov/contact. Website: larsen.house.gov.
State Governor Jay Inslee (D), O ce of the Governor, PO Box 40002, Olympia, WA 98504-0002, 360-902-4111; Public contact email form at governor.wa.gov/ contact. Website: governor.wa.gov. Senator Sharon Shewmake (D), 213 John A. Cherberg Building, PO Box 40442, Olympia, WA 98504, 800-562-6000 or 360305-0356; Public comment email at app.leg.wa.gov/pbc/memberEmail/42/2. Or email Legislative Assistant Sarah Soulliere atSarah. Soulliere@leg.wa.gov. Website: senatedemocrats.wa.gov/Shewmake.
OBITUARIES
Jeff Eigenbrood
Je Eigenbrood, age 63, passed away in Billings, Montana after a lengthy battle with cancer. While we grieve his passing we take comfort in knowing that Je believed, with all his heart, that “I am not my own, but belong–body and soul, in life and in death–to my faithful Savior, Jesus Christ.”
made house calls, he would visit monthly to check on the progress of Mom’s pregnancy. With each check up, he would assure our sister, “your mom has already had ve boys, this has to be a girl.”
So when Je was born on Nov. 10, our sister’s birthday no less, she wanted to return that gift.
Je rey Richard Eigenbrood was born in Brockville, Ontario Canada on Nov. 10, 1960. His birth was eagerly anticipated by his sister who had been promised a baby sister by the doctor. Back in the day, when the doctor still
Thomas Robert ‘Tom’ Cramer
Je graduated from Lynden High School in 1979 where he participated in band and choir as well as basketball and cross country. He earned his elementary education degree at Dordt College, graduating in 1983. He would go on to teach in Missouri and Iowa.
Deciding to take a break from
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of omas Robert “Tom” Cramer on Aug. 5, 2024, in Custer, at the age of 67. Born on Father’s Day, June 16, 1957 in Bellingham to Joe and Willie Cramer, Tom rode into this world ready to rev engines and hearts with his practical skills, his stubbornness, a stickler for perfectionism, all with a generous heart. Tom was a man who esteemed the values of hard work, commitment, and all things orderly.
Tom graduated from Lynden High School in 1975 and spent his career dedicated to quality and excellence. He retired in 2018 after 38 years at Intalco in Ferndale, having also worked at Zylstra Tire and Trans Mountain Pipeline. Tom’s work
Beverly Den Bleyker
Beverly Den Bleyker, age 78, of Lynden, went home to be with her Lord Jesus on Sunday, Aug. 18. Her family is deeply saddened to announce her passing after a brief battle with acute leukemia.
Bev leaves behind her husband of 58 years, Vern, their children: Lori and Ed Nieuwenhuis (Kayt and Jeremy Naves, Marlowe, Lucy and Sam; Jake and Ashley Nieuwenhuis, Audrey, Ella;
Steven Vero
‘Steve’ Ricci
teaching, a move to Southern California would nd him working for his father-in-law. Later, moving back to Lynden, Je would follow in the footsteps of his father and brothers and go to work at the ARCO re nery at Cherry Point, (now BP). It was there that Je would become a xture in the tool room.
ere he could daily revel in two of his great passions: his vast knowledge of all things re nery related and storytelling. Je loved to talk and tell stories. It didn’t really matter if you had the time or interest or inclination to hear a story – you would be hearing a minimum of three.
Je ’s fondness for chatting would often get him in trouble over the years, but would never dampen his enthusiasm for talk-
ethic and integrity were evident to all who knew him, a true testament to his character.
An avid collector and true hobby enthusiast, Tom had a club card for just about every interest over the years including Corvettes Northwest, American Legion Riders, Sons of the American Legion Post 86, Renegade R/C Club, and Mt. Baker Rock & Gem. A true MacGyver, a man’s man, there wasn’t much that Tom, the tool man, Cramer couldn’t polish, restore, x, create or redesign. Always on a treasure hunt and with the next project in mind, he was the kind of guy who never met a machine he couldn’t coax into purring like a kitten. e great outdoors was his playground, with shing, hunting, gol ng, and scoring the best agates at Birch Bay. Tom found great peace on the rocky beaches passing on his agate hunting tricks to family and friends. Yet, one of his favorite pastimes,
Olivia and Dave Van Vugt, Gabriel; Mady Nieuwenhuis; Ben Nieuwenhuis), Tim and Lisa Den Bleyker (Bo, Bailee, Eli, Zach and Faith), Traci and Ryan Likkel (Sam and Emma, Max, Jack), Brady and Jessica Den Bleyker (Oliver, Nell), brother Gary and Mary Genzink, sister Jan and Dan (in Heaven) Ebels, brother Ron (in Heaven) and Von Genzink, as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. She was born Nov. 15, 1945 to Arnold and Hermina Genzink,
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Steven Vero Ricci. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024 after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer ve weeks earlier. Steve was an extraordinary man, loving
ing up his neighbors. Our mother recalled when Je was in elementary school that she and our father visited his classroom on parent/teacher night.
Upon entering the classroom, my mother noticed a student desk pulled up alongside the teacher’s desk. at must be an unruly student, she thought to herself. Of course, it would turn out that that desk belonged to Je because, as the teacher exclaimed, he never stops talking.
Anyone who knew Je knew that to be the case. Indeed, in the last month while in the hospital, he endeared himself to the nursing sta with his stories. Je is survived by his children: Melissa Smith of Arizona, Je Eigenbrood Jr of Montana, and Deborah Eigenbrood of Lynden
the Tom Cramer Classic — out-stubborning anyone who dared challenge him. He leaves behind a legacy of creating strong boundaries, taking pride in what you do, taking things seriously, but leaving room for lightheartedness. A one eyebrow raised look let you know you were a bit out of line, yet one slight side curl of the upper lip let you know it was all in good humor. Tom’s presence will be profoundly missed, yet his spirit will continue to inspire those who were fortunate enough to know him. Don’t let all that stubbornness fool you, Tom lived his one-of-a-kind life with his arms and heart wide open to his closest family and friends. He is survived by his wife, “the catch of his life”, Kim (Geer) Cramer; his devoted daughters, Katrina (AJ) Jones and Teri (Damien) Cribbs, and their mother, Tom’s rst wife, Leslie (Moe) Morris, his cherished grandchildren, Courtney Gudmundson and Tristan omas; and his siblings, Joseph (Kathy) Cramer, Coralie (Ken) DeJong, and Dan Cramer.
raised in Holland, MI and attended Holland Christian Schools. She married the boy next door, Vern, and raised their four kids in Holland. In 1985 they relocated to Lynden when Vern got a teaching job at Lynden Christian Schools. e two most important things in her life were her Saviour and her people, in that order. If you had the privilege to have a conversation with her, she made sure you knew that these were her priorities. She was a Godly role model for her children (Mom), grandchildren and great-grandchildren who lovingly called her Beppe. She loved greatly and touched many lives. In turn, she
husband, dedicated father and peacemaker.
Steve was born in Philadelphia on Nov. 1, 1961. Life long lover of photography, amateur radio (N7LWF), outdoors, travel and music.
As a young boy, Steve enjoyed the freedom that his family farm in NE Pennsylvania brought him, exploring upland elds and creeks, hunting and being in nature. A graduate of Temple University in Radio Television and Film, Steve went onto a dedicated career in electronics.
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and their mother Susan, three grandchildren Jared, Tessa and Carson, siblings Dirk (Holly) Eigenbrood, Miriam (Rod) Burger, Robert (Justine) Eigenbrood, and Hope Eigenbrood as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents Richard and Maria Eigenbrood, brothers Jacob Eigenbrood and twin infant boys, sister-in-law Daisy Wong, nephew Matthew Burger and niece Erica Chapin.
Please join us for a celebration of Je ’s life, Saturday, Sept. 7, starting at 1 p.m., at 7460 Hannegan Road in Lynden. All are welcome. Please bring your memories and appetite. Je ’s cremains will be scattered at Birch Bay at a later date.
His memory is also honored by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and in-laws. With a special note of his close bond with his nephews, Jeremy and Joel DeJong. Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph O. and Willie (VanBeek) Cramer. Please join us in remembering and celebrating Tom’s life at an open house at the Blaine Boathouse, 235 Marine Drive, Blaine, on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024, from 4-7 p.m. In lieu of owers, consider a donation to Whatcom Hospice, because they’re the real-life superheroes, true MVPs. Whatcom Cremation & Funeral in Bellingham is in charge of the arrangements, but Tom’s already taken the wheel on his next great adventure. His legacy? A life well-lived, full of laughter, love and the kind of stories that’ll keep us smiling for years to come. Here’s to you, Tom — gone but never forgotten, because legends never really say goodbye. Dilly Dilly.
was cherished and loved by so many. She had a gift of making each person feel special and loved. She will be profoundly missed but her legacy will live on in her family. She worked mainly in healthcare and was employed at Lynden Family Medicine for many years. She was also the owner of e Marin Rose, a gift shop, in Lynden. Bev enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, scrapbooking, travelling, reading and gardening Her life verses were Psalm 16:56: Lord, you alone are my portion and my cup; you make my lot secure. e boundary lines have
In 1987, Steve married his love Janita and moved to Washington State. A long time member of e Lynden Music Festival, Steve donated his time, talent and skill in photography and videography highlighting the many talented musicians that came to town.
Steve is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Janita (Renkema), sons Evan, Anthony and Ben. Father Vero, bother Paul, sisters Annette Powers (Guy) and Tina DeLorenzo (John). His wife’s family in e Netherlands: Annie Renkema, Gina Renkema, Tino Renkema. Along with his
fallen for me in pleasant places; surely I have a delightful inheritance.
Visitation will be held Monday, Aug. 26, 2024, from 6-9 p.m. at Sonlight Church, 8800 Bender Road, Lynden. e funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2024, also at Sonlight Church. She will be laid to rest in Greenwood Cemetery, Lynden. In lieu of owers, donations may be made in her honor to e Voice of the Martyrs (Persecution. com) or e Timothy Initiative (ttiglobal.org). Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
nieces and nephews; Cody, Emily, Terri, Danielle, Emily, Nathan, Nick, Sil, Melle, Niek and grand nephew Cooper. Steve leaves behind his special lifelong friend David Homer, along with many friends local and abroad. Steve was preceded in death by his mother eresa, father-in-law Tinus and sister-in-law Donna. Steve will be interned at Greenwood Cemetery, 605 E. Wiser Lake Road, Lynden. In lieu of owers, Steve and his family request you consider a donation to the Dup15q Alliance for his nephew Nick.
Kenneth Rupke passed away Aug. 7, 2024, at the age of 94. He was a lifelong resident of Whatcom County. Ken proudly served as a United States Marine and fought in the Korean War. He operated a dairy farm in Everson for many years. Ken is survived by his wife Inga, who was the love of his life; daughters Janice Faber and Dawn (Aldon) Aulenbacher, and sister Donna Bajema.
Ken is proceeded at death by his parents, Harry and Jennie Rupke, son Kenneth Jr., son James, and sister Marjorie Van Dyken.
Services were held Aug. 16, 2024, at Monumenta Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
WHATCOM COUNTY NEWS
County Planning Commission will hold a public meeting regarding Heavy Impact Industrial (HII) in an Urban Growth Area PLN2024- 00007- Resolution (recommendation) and work session.
is meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the Planning & Development Services Northwest Annex, 5280 Northwest Drive, Bellingham. For more information contact Cli Strong at 360778-5942 or CStrong@ co.whatcom.wa.us.
For information on how to watch or participate in the meeting in real time, visit the county website at: whatcomcounty.us. Meeting materials will be posted on the county website. e public is invited to attend the virtual hearing to provide oral comments and/or written comments may be submitted to: Whatcom County Planning Commission, ATTN: Aileen Kogut-Aguon, 5280
Northwest Drive, Bellingham, WA 98226. Or PDS_ Planning_Commission@ co.whatcom.wa.us
Gas prices decrease 2.4 cents/gallon in past week
Average gasoline prices in Washington have fallen 2.4 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $4.14/g on Aug. 19, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 2,666 stations in Washington.
Prices in Washington are 7.4 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 85.6 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. e national average price of diesel has declined 2.6 cents in the past week and stands at $3.69 per gallon, the lowest in 940 days.
According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Washington was priced at $3.08/g on Aug.
18 while the most expensive was $5.59/g, a di erence of $2.51/g. e national average price of gasoline has fallen 4.2 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.37/g on Aug. 19. e national average is down 11.4 cents per gallon from a month ago and stands 47.8 cents per gallon lower than a year ago, according to GasBuddy data compiled from more than 11 million weekly price reports covering over 150,000 gas stations across the country.
“Gasoline and diesel prices continue to trail o
across much of the country as summer demand fades away. Lower demand in other oil-consuming nations is also helping to lead the downward pressure on pump prices as we approach Labor Day,” said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. “With little new action in the Middle East to rile up prices and Hurricane Ernesto remaining far out at sea, it looks like the downward trend could continue into the week ahead. As more schools begin to resume, gasoline demand will likely contin-
ue to ease. With the transition to winter gasoline less than a month away for the majority of the nation, gas prices will soon begin their seasonal cooling o — just as tempera-
tures soon will as well.”
GasBuddy’s averages, graphs, maps and historical pricing data covering the U.S. and Canada is available 24/7 at prices. GasBuddy.com.
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Aug. 16, former Kiss guitarist Ace Frehley and former Guns and Roses drummer Steven Adler led their bands in Grandstand entertainment events at the Northwest Washington Fair in Lynden. In addition to other live musical performances, this year’s fair o ered a bevy of carnival rides, food trucks, vendors of all sorts, and much more. For a gallery of photos, visit lyndentribune.com. (Bill Helm/Ferndale Record)
Camaraderie & competition in Whatcom Adult Soccer
FERNDALE — Whatcom County Adult Soccer provides recreational opportunities for all adults looking to play soccer, from beginner to advanced.
e league has two separate seasons: one indoor season in the spring and one outdoor season in the summer. Many of their matches are played at the Phillips 66 elds in Ferndale.
Nine-year league veteran Karl Shilhanek explained the games are 45-minute halves, 90-minutes total, it's a complete game, full-size eld, at least for the outdoor, besides that, it's just like professional soccer, except every-
body's pretty bad.”
e league consists of two co-ed over-30 divisions, three co-ed open divisions, two men’s divisions, one women’s division and an over-40 division.
Shilhanek, a 31-yearold resident of Whatcom County, joined the men’s division in 2015 after returning from college. He came into the league to meet friends with minimal soccer-playing experience.
“When I started, I was pretty rough around the edges—my touch was terrible, and I couldn’t shoot to save my life. I’d pass to the opponents as often as I’d pass to my teammates,” he said. “But being around players who were more skilled than me helped me
improve a lot. I’ve developed a much calmer game, with better ball control and a greater understanding of the sport.”
Shlhanek said he enjoys participating in team sports and group activities of all kinds and spoke highly of the soccer league’s culture that has facilitated his growth as a player.
“You wind up building a really big community just by being out there and seeing the same people over and over again; hundreds of friendships have been cultivated by this league if not thousands,” he said. “Just putting the league in place and organizing it for us, it's huge, it brings people together without question.”
Top cowboys & cowgirls shine at NW Washington Fair PRCA Rodeo
LYNDEN — e Northwest Washington Fair hosted its annual PRCA Rodeo Show on August 12-13 at the Lynden Fairgrounds. First-place winners include All-Around Cowboy:
Caleb McMillan, $2,032; Bareback Riding: Dylan Riggins, 83 points, Steer Wrestling: Jason omas, 5.2 seconds, Team Roping: Jack Fischer/Brent Falon, 5.7 seconds, Saddle Bronc Riding: Jake Clark, 84 points, Tie-Down Roping: Joel Harris, 9.0 seconds, Barrel Racing: Ju-
lia Johnson, 15.24 seconds and Bull Riding: Caleb McMillan, 80 points.
-- All photos by Joe Kramer/ Lynden Tribune.
Janzen brings championship pedigree to LC volleyball
LYNDEN —With fall prep sports approaching next week, Lynden Christian volleyball prepares for the 2024 season under new leadership. Established college coach Dennis Janzen is set to take the reigns and guide LC to prominence.
“Coach Janzen comes to us with a wealth of volleyball coaching experience at both the college and national level over the past several decades,” said Lynden Christian athletic director Brenda Terpstra. “We look forward to having coach Janzen work with our studentathletes and being part of our coaching sta .” Janzen brings to the Lyncs a substantial list of accomplishments. He is a six-time National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Women’s Volleyball National Champion and a four-time American Volleyball Coaches Association National Coach of the Year. His career win-loss record stands at 867-168, with a Golden State Athletic Conference (GSAC) record of 339-33. His teams achieved a win-loss
record of 373-18 during his nal 10 years of coaching— an unmatched achievement across all college volleyball levels.
Furthermore, Janzen is a member of four di erent halls of fame: the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, the Fresno Athletics, and the Fresno Paci c University Athletic halls of fame.
Beyond his success on the court, Janzen has been recognized with several prestigious awards, including the Golden State Athletics Conference Athletic Director of the Year in 2009 and the USA Volleyball Boyce Moment Award in 2010.
Janzen expressed his enthusiasm about joining Lynden Christian and emphasized his connection to the community. He’s lived in Lynden since 2013 and said it reminded him of the California town he grew up in.
"I’ve spent quite a bit of time with some of the LC players during private lessons and learned to know a lot of players and parents in the community," Janzen said. " e idea of being part of high
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Karl Shilhanek plays for the Goats in the men’s division of Whatcom Adult Soccer Association. (Joe Kramer/Lynden Tribune)
Lynden Christian Volleyball went 10-11 in 2023 and fell to Nooksack Valley in the district playo s. (Dennis Cairns for the Tribune)
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Adult Soccer: Fosters positive culture
Shlihanek explained that leagues balance friendly competition and a competitive atmosphere amongst the teams.
“ e games get pretty competitive but afterward, everybody's cracking a beer and telling jokes to each other,” he said. “Everybody knows each other pretty well, even between the teams. It's competition but friendly competition, especially once the game is over.”
Shilhanek also participates in an adult mens baseball league and compared the unique challenges of the soccer league to other sports.
Soccer is classi ed as a contact sport, however occasional brutal collisions can
still happen.
“Speaking for myself, it's always a little intimidating because I've seen some friends sustain injuries out there that have been pretty impactful to their lives,” Shilhanek said.
“It's always a good reminder that if you're going to go out there, you need to take it seriously and be in shape when you do play. It's sort of just been a reminder to keep your body in a state where you can actually do the sport.”
Shilhanek said the league still welcomes players of all ages and recalled playing against a 60-year-old opponent.
e league’s summer season runs from late June to late August, and the indoor spring season runs from early April through mid-June.
Janzen: Instilling winning culture
school and the community I live in just seemed really intriguing, and that’s why I’m doing it. I’m excited about it — I love the kids. ey are really special to work with."
He also shared his plans to apply his extensive experience to the high school level.
"Volleyball is volleyball, whether you’re at the national team level or a university level," he explained. " I believe that we can do far more than I think most of the players think they can and that in itself is a joy just in general for coaching. It's fun to watch kids have those breakthrough moments and realize they can do something pretty special."
Looking ahead, Janzen shared his short-term and long-term goals for the team that went 10-11 last year.
“We’ve begun already this summer to establish a culture that will enable us to do pretty special things both on and o the court,” he said. “I think it's really important for people in an athletics program to learn and value the experience, and hopefully, they will learn and value the experience for the rest of their lives.”
Janzen established a strong alignment between the team's core values and the school's principles, a connection that will continue moving forward.
"At LC, as a Christian school, our core values are pretty special,” he said. “I want kids to understand, from a Christian perspective, that they are enough in God’s eyes, that they have been created by God to do good works, and that they are blessed for whatever God’s plan is for them."
Despite his extensive success, Janzen remains motivated by his love for the game and his desire to evolve.
"I love to learn, and I’m doing something in volleyball that I’m curious about and want to know more about every single day," he shared. " ere’s a lot to learn, and I hope I’m learning until the day I pass on."
Re ecting on his career, Janzen recalled some of his most rewarding moments in coaching, including a memorable national championship comeback and his program's lasting impact on players across decades.
"It’s really fun to watch people embrace an idea bigger than themselves and pour everything they have into it," he said.
Janzen is set to lead Lynden Christian's volleyball program with a focus to build a team that re ects the school's values.
Team practice is scheduled to begin on Aug. 26.
Whatcom Adult Soccer Association has spring and summer seasons consisting of men, women and co-ed divisions. (Joe Kramer/Lynden Tribune)
NW Washington Fair PRCA Rodeo
PUBLIC NOTICES
limited temporary impacts associated with staging and equipment storage during construction, all work associated with this proposal will take place within the existing footprint of the treatment plant.
title is made pursuant to RCW
35A.12.160.
Council Date: August 19, 2024
Published August 21, 2024
Title Order #: 230409674-WAMSI
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE
Grantor: THAD J. MERCER, A SINGLE MAN AND THEA A. MALOY, A SINGLE WOMAN
application, may do so by submitting their written comments to Heide Gudde, Planning Director, 300 4th Street, Lynden, by September 3, 2024, or by attending the public hearing to be held that same evening at the Lynden City Hall Annex located at 205
a SEPA checklist from Jon Hutchings, City of Lynden Public Works Director, regarding the project described below. Description of Proposal: The proposal is for an upgrade to the City of Lynden’s existing wastewater treatment plant. The upgrade work is proposed to meet future projected
and
ment. Except for limited temporary impacts associated with staging and equipment storage during construction, all work associated with this proposal will take place within the existing footprint of the treatment plant. Parcels, Common Address and Abbreviated Legal Descriptions: Wastewater Treatment Plant Site: Address: 800 South 6th St, Lynden WA 98264 Section 20, Township 40N, Range 03E Parcel ID: 4003203371080000
Legal Description: TR IN S 1/2 S 1/2 DAF-BEAP ON SLY CORP LI OF LYNDEN 80 FT SLY OF R/A TO FRONT ST-22 FT ELY PAR TO FRONT ST FR SE COR OF LOT 4 BLK 2 LYNDEN-TH S 32 DEG E ALG ELY LI OF TR OWNED BY P ZWYNS DESC AF 837243 609 FT M/L TO S LI OF NE SW TO POBTH E ALG N LI OF After reviewing the environmental checklist and other information on file with the agency, the City of Lynden has determined that this proposal will not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment should standard conditions and mitigating measures be met. Copies of the MDNS are available from the City of Lynden, 300 4th St., WA. The public is invited to comment on this MDNS by submitting written comments to Heidi Gudde, Planning Director, no later than September 4, 2024, at 300 4th Street, Lynden, WA 98264. Published August 21, 2024
LEGAL
CITY OF LYNDEN LEGAL NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR SHORELINE SUBSTANTIAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT AND PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on June 4, 2024, the City of Lynden received an application for Shoreline Substantial Development, Shoreline Variance (2), and Shoreline Conditional Use Permits from Jon Hutchings, City of Lynden Public Works Director, regarding the project described below: Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade: The proposal is for an upgrade to the City of Lynden’s existing wastewater treatment plant. The upgrade work is proposed to meet future projected service demands. The work includes on-site replacement of existing bio treatment process equipment and the replacement (demolition and rebuild within the existing footprint) of an existing electrical and mechanical building. Additional plant upgrades include replacement of old piping, hydraulic upgrades, and replacement of aging electrical gear and equipment. Except for
Project Location: Wastewater Treatment Plant Site Address: 800 South 6th St, Lynden WA 98264 Section 20, Township 40N, Range 03E Parcel ID: 4003203371080000
Legal Description: TR IN S 1/2 S 1/2 DAF-BEAP ON SLY CORP LI OF LYNDEN 80 FT SLY OF R/A TO FRONT ST-22 FT ELY PAR TO FRONT ST FR SE COR OF LOT 4 BLK 2 LYNDEN-TH S 32 DEG E ALG ELY LI OF TR OWNED BY P ZWYNS DESC AF 837243 609 FT M/L TO S LI OF NE SW TO POBTH E ALG N LI OF A public hearing with the Lynden Hearing Examiner has been scheduled for October 11, 2024 at 1 PM at the City Hall Annex (205 4th St, Lynden). Any persons wishing to comment on the proposal may do so by submitting their written comments to Dave Timmer, City Planner, 300 4th Street, Lynden 98264, by 5 PM on October 10, 2024, or by attending the public hearing to be held at 1 PM on October 11, 2024, at the City Hall Annex (205 4th St).
Published August 21 & September 4, 2024
LEGAL
ORDINANCE NO. 24-1688
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LYNDEN AMENDING THE CITY’S SIGN CODE CONTAINED IN LYNDEN MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 19.33, AND AMENDING BILLBOARD RELATED SECTIONS CONTAINED IN LYNDEN MUNICIPAL CODE 5.08 AND SIGN-RELATED DEFINITIONS IN 17.01.030. A complete copy of this Ordinance is available during regular business hours at the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 300 4th Street, Lynden, Washington. The Ordinance will be mailed upon request without cost. This publication by title is made pursuant to RCW 35A.12.160. Council Date: August 19, 2024
Published August 21, 2024
LEGAL
ORDINANCE 24-1691
AN ORDINANCE FOR THE CITY OF LYNDEN, WASHINGTON AMENDING THE 2024 BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF LYNDEN, WASHINGTON A complete copy of this Ordinance is available during regular business hours at the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 300 4th Street, Lynden, Washington. The Ordinance will be mailed upon request without cost. This publication by
Everson
LEGAL
CITY OF EVERSON NOTICE OF DECISION
Notice is hereby given that on August 13, 2024, the Everson City Council approved a conditional use permit with conditions to allow the establishment of a used car dealership proposed by Fab 5 Motor Cars, LLC, located at 209 N Harkness St within the City of Everson. There is no administrative appeal of this decision. Pursuant to Chapter 36.70C RCW, any petition challenging this decision must be filed with the superior court within twenty-one days of the issuance of the decision. This notice is published pursuant to Section 16.01.130(C) EMC.
Contact the City Clerk at the address below to request a complete copy of the Decision:
Everson City Hall
111 W. Main Street P.O. Box 315
Everson, WA 98247
Published August 21, 2024
LEGAL
CITY OF EVERSON NOTICE OF DECISION
Notice is hereby given that on August 13, 2024, the Everson City Council approved a conditional use permit and short subdivision with conditions for a development proposed by Michael Sherwood of Dash, LLC, to allow the subdivision and development of an approximately 0.23-acre property located at 505 Colton Ln within the City of Everson to establish two legal lots of record and construct two attached (zero lot-line) residences.
There is no administrative appeal of this decision. Pursuant to Chapter 36.70C RCW, any petition challenging this decision must be filed with the superior court within twenty-one days of the issuance of the decision.
This notice is published pursuant to Section 16.01.130(C) EMC.
Contact the City Clerk at the address below to request a complete copy of the Decision:
Everson City Hall
111 W. Main Street P.O. Box 315
Everson, WA 98247
Published August 21, 2024
LEGAL
CITY OF EVERSON NOTICE OF DECISION
Notice is hereby given that on August 13, 2024, the Everson City Council approved a conditional use permit and short subdivision with conditions for a development proposed by Austin Harris of A & R Enterprises, LLC, to allow the subdivision and development of an approximately 0.24-acre property located at 501 Colton Ln within the City of Everson to establish two legal lots of record and construct two attached (zero lot-line) residences.
There is no administrative appeal of this decision. Pursuant to Chapter 36.70C RCW, any petition challenging this decision must be filed with the superior court within twenty-one days of the issuance of the decision.
This notice is published pursuant to Section 16.01.130(C) EMC.
Contact the City Clerk at the address below to request a complete copy of the Decision: Everson City Hall 111 W. Main Street P.O. Box 315 Everson, WA 98247
Published August 21, 2024
Current beneficiary of the deed of trust: Barclays Mortgage Trust 2021-NPL1, Mortgage-Backed Securities, Series 2021-NPL1, by U.S. Bank National Association, as Indenture Trustee
Current trustee of the deed of trust: North Star Trustee, LLC
Current mortgage servicer for the deed of trust: Gregory Funding LLC Reference number of the deed of trust: 2100601986 Parcel Number(s): 3902303774350001 / 3902303774350000 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, North Star Trustee, LLC will on 9/20/2024, at 10:00 AM at main entrance Whatcom County Courthouse, 311 Grand Avenue, Bellingham, WA sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Whatcom, State of Washington, to-wit: PARCEL A: IMPROVEMENTS ONLY ON LOT 15, BLOCK 2, PLAT OF FLAIR, DIVISION NO. 2, AN ADDITION TO THE CITY OF FERNDALE, WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN VOLUME 11 OF PLATS, PAGE 3, RECORDS OF WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON. SITUATE IN WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON. PARCEL B: LAND ONLY ON LOT 15, BLOCK 2, PLAT OF FLAIR, DIVISION NO. 2, AN ADDITION TO THE CITY OF FERNDALE, WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN VOLUME 11 OF PLATS, PAGE 3, RECORDS OF WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON. SITUATE IN WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON. Commonly known as: 5437 POPLAR PL FERNDALE, WASHINGTON 98248 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 6/15/2010, recorded 6/17/2010, as Instrument No. 2100601986, records of Whatcom County, Washington, from THAD J. MERCER, A SINGLE MAN AND THEA A. MALOY, A SINGLE WOMAN, as Grantor(s), to WHATCOM LAND TITLE, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), AS DESIGNATED NOMINEE FOR BANK OF THE PACIFIC, BENEFICIARY OF THE SECURITY INSTRUMENT, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned to Barclays Mortgage Trust 2021-NPL1, Mortgage-Backed Securities, Series 2021-NPL1, by U.S. Bank National Association, as Indenture Trustee, under an Assignment recorded under Auditor’s File No. 2022-0100902.
II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust.
III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: PAYMENT INFORMATION FROM 12/1/2020 THRU 04/01/2022
NO.PMT 17 AMOUNT $960.05
TOTAL $16,320.85 FROM 5/1/2022 THRU 04/01/2023
NO.PMT 12 AMOUNT $858.37 TOTAL $10,300.44 FROM 5/1/2023 THRU 04/30/2024 NO.PMT 12 AMOUNT $848.58 TOTAL $10,182.96 FROM 5/1/2024 THRU 05/31/2024 NO.PMT 1 AMOUNT $902.19
TS #: 23-65844
have satisfactory evidence that Lisa Hackney is the person who appeared before me, and said person acknowledged that (he/she) signed this instrument, on oath stated that (he/ she) was authorized to execute the instrument and acknowledged it as the Vice President of Trustee Operations of North Star Trustee, LLC to be the free and voluntary act of such party for the uses and purposes mentioned in the instrument. Dated: 05/15/2024 Kellie Barnes NOTARY PUBLIC in and for the State of Washington, residing at Lynnwood, WA My commission expires 6/10/2024 EPP 40175 Pub Dates 08/21 & 09/11/2024
Published August 21 & September 11, 2024 LEGAL
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE
DEED ONE:
Grantor: LEONID LITOVCHENKO AND TATYANA LITOVCHENKO, HUSBAND AND WIFE DBA LEO QUALITY CONSTRUCTION AND REPAIR
Current Beneficiary of the deed of trust: PEOPLES BANK Current Trustee of the deed of trust: CHICAGO TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY
Current mortgage servicer of the deed of trust: PEOPLES BANK Reference number of the deed of trust: 2041104939 Parcel number(s): 390219 308407 0000 DEED TWO: Grantor: LEONID LITOVCHENKO AND TATYANA LITOVCHENKO, HUSBAND AND WIFE DBA LEO QUALITY CONSTRUCTION AND REPAIR
Current Beneficiary of the deed of trust: PEOPLES BANK Current Trustee of the deed of trust: FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE CO.
Current mortgage servicer of the deed of trust: PEOPLES BANK Reference number of the deed of trust: 2070202524 Parcel number(s): 390219 308407
0000 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Successor Trustee, NANCY K. CARY, will on August 30, 2024, at the hour of 11:00 a.m. at the front of the Whatcom County Courthouse, 311 Grand Street, Bellingham, Washington, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following described real property situated in the County of Whatcom, State of Washington, to-wit:
LOT 19, GARDINER TERRACE, PHASE 2, DIVISION NO. 1, ACCORDING TO THE MAP THEREOF, RECORDED ON DECEMBER 31, 2003, UNDER AUDITOR’S NUMBER 2031205426, RECORDS OF WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON. SITUATE IN WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON. DEED ONE DEFAULT:
which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust described as follows: Dated: November 26, 2004
Recorded: November 30, 2004
Recording No.: 2041104939
Records of: Whatcom County, Washington Trustee: CHICAGO TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY
Successor Trustee: NANCY K.
CARY
Beneficiary: PEOPLES BANK
II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. The defaults for which this foreclosure is made are as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: Monthly payments in the amount of $2,006.20 each, due the first of each month, for the months of July 2023 through April 2024; plus late charges in the amount of $132.63 each, assessed the sixteenth (16) of each month, for the months of July 2023 through March 2024; plus advances; plus any unpaid real property taxes, plus interest. IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal balance of $149,266.04, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured from June 1, 2023, and such other costs and fees as are due under the note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute.
DEED TWO DEFAULT:
Which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust described as follows:
Dated: February 14, 2007
Recorded: February 16, 2007
Recording No.: 2070202524
Records of: Whatcom County,
Washington Trustee: FIRST AMERICAN TITLE
INSURANCE COMPANY
Successor Trustee: NANCY K.
CARY
Beneficiary: PEOPLES BANK
V. The defaults for which this foreclosure is made are as follows:
Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: Variable monthly payments, due the twenty-fifth (25) of each month, for the months of September 2023 through March 2024; plus late charges in the amount of $19.53 each, due the ninth (9) of each month, for the months of September 2023 through March 2024; plus any unpaid real property taxes, plus interest. VI. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal balance of $49,714.47, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured from August 25, 2023, and such other costs and fees as are due under the note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute.
VII. The above-described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation se-
cured by the Deed of Trust as pro-
vided by statute. The sale will be made without warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances on August 30, 2024. The Default(s) referred to in paragraph III must be cured by August 19, 2024, to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time on or before August 19, 2024, the defaults as set forth in paragraph III is/are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after August 19, 2024, and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor, or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults.
VIII. A written notice of default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following addresses:
Leonid Litovchenko
Artist Drive
5906
Ferndale WA 98248
Tatyana Litovchenko
Artist Drive
5906
Ferndale WA 98248
Leo Quality Construction and Repair
Artist Drive
5906
Ferndale WA 98248
Leo High Quality Construction LLC
dba Leo Quality Construction and Repair c/o Leonid Shepetko, Registered Agent
5906 Artist Drive
Ferndale WA 98248 by both first class and certified mail on December 22, 2023, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and Borrower and Grantor were personally served on December 22, 2023, with said written notice of default or the written notice of default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in paragraph I above and the Trustee has possession of proof of such posting.
IX. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale.
X. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described property.
XI. Anyone having any objection to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale.
XII. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS. The purchaser at the trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the
purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE
SALE OF YOUR HOME
You have only 20 days from the recording date on this notice to pursue mediation. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help.
SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing Counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission, Telephone: 1-877-894-4663, Web site: http:// www.dfi.wa.gov/consumers/ homeownership/post_purchase_ counselors_foreclosure.htm
The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, Telephone: 1-800569-4287, Web site: http:// www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/ hcc/fc/index.cfm?webListActon=search&searchstate=WA&filterSvc=dfc
The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys, Telephone: 1-800-606-4819, Web site: http://nwjustice.org/whatclear
DATED: April 3, 2024. /s/ Nancy K. Cary ADDRESS FOR SERVICE OF PROCESS: NANCY K. CARY, Successor Trustee Hershner Hunter, LLP Law Offices PO Box 1475 1223 Commercial Street Eugene OR 97440 Bellingham WA 98225 Telephone: (541) 686-0345 Telephone: (360) 715-1218
TS #44423.7
Any questions regarding this matter should be directed to Lisa M. Summers, Paralegal, at (541) 6860344. FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT NOTICE This communication is from a debt collector. Published July 31 & August 21, 2024 LEGAL
TS No WA07000004-24-1 TO No 240009068-WA-MSI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Grantor: MATTHEW TURNBERG AND CARRIE ANN TURNBERG, A MARRIED COUPLE Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: Idaho Housing and Finance Association (which also dba HomeLoanServ) Original Trustee of the Deed of Trust: CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY OF WASHINGTON Current Trustee of the
purchaser
LEGALS
amended Notice of Trustee Sale is recorded providing a 45-day notice of the sale, mediation must be requested no later than 25 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in the amended Notice of Trustee Sale. DO NOT DELAY.
ASSISTANCE
counselors and
assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Telephone: (877) 894-4663
other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: (800) 606-4819 Website: www.homeownership.wa.gov
Dated: April 29 , 2024 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as Duly
Appointed Successor Trustee By:
Quotes, contact MTC Financial Inc. DBA Trustee Corps Order Number 102092, Pub Dates: 07/31/2024, 08/21/2024, FERNDALE RECORD Published July 31 & August 21, 2024
Notice to Creditors LEGAL SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR COUNTY OF WHATCOM Estate of NEVA MAY BUECHNER, Deceased. NO. 24-4-00461-37 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE The Court has appointed Ellen Ann Buechner as Personal Representative of Decedent’s estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must present the claim: (a) Before the time when the claim would be barred by any applicable statute of limitations, and (b) In the manner provided in RCW 11.40.070: (i) By filing the original of the claim with the foregoing Court, and (ii) By serving on or mailing to me at 590 Waterfront Way Suite 504 Vancouver, WA 98660 below a copy of the claim. The claim must be presented by the later of: (a) Four (4) months after service or being mailed this Notice as provided in RCW 11.40.020(1)(c), or (b) Four (4) months after the date of first publication of this Notice. If the claim is not presented within this time period, the claim will be forever barred except as provided in RCW
11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective for claims against both the Decedent’s probate and non-probate assets. Holly Henson, WSBA# 45625 Attorney for the Personal Representative. Date of First Publication: August 21, 2024 Cowlitz Law Group 590 Waterfront Way Suite 504 Vancouver, WA 98660 360-597-7585
Published August 21, 28 & September 4, 2024
LEGAL
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR WHATCOM COUNTY
IN RE: THE ESTATE OF: GEOFFREY HARRISON, Deceased. No. 24-4-00648-37 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) Judge: Evan Jones The Personal Representative (PR) named below has been appointed as PR of this estate. Persons having claims against the Decedent must, prior to the time such claims would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present their claims in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the PR or the PR’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the Court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the PR served or mailed the Notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the Notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in Section 11 of this Act and RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and non-probate assets.
Date of first publication: August 21, 2024. DATED this 13 day of August 2024. Christine Jones Personal Representative / Admin-
istrator 306 King Tut Road Bellingham, WA 98226 Phone: (360) 815-3983
Published August 21, 28 & September 4, 2024
Public Notice
LEGAL
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
The Lynden School District is calling for bids on the following items: Dairy products with the quote day of Wednesday August 28, 2024. Bids will be opened at 10:00a on Thursday August 29, 2024 at the District Office, 516 Main Street, Lynden, WA. Further information may be obtained by contacting the Director of Food Service at VanbeekN@Lynden.wednet.edu. Mail or bring bids to the District Office, attention to Finance & Operations Team at 516 Main Street, Lynden, WA 98264.
Published August 14 & 21, 2024
LEGAL
CITY OF LYNDEN
INVITATION TO BID PROJECT # 2022-11
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids will be received by the City of Lynden Public Works Department at the Second Floor Public Works Counter at Lynden City Hall, 300 4th Street, Lynden WA 98264 for the following: for the Lynden Community Center Renovations – Phase 1 Contractors shall submit
Bidders, Sub-
and Vendors by going to www.bxwa.com and clicking on “Posted Projects”, “Public Works”, and “City of Lynden”. This online plan room provides Bidders with fully usable online documents with the ability to: download, view, print, order full/partial plan sets from numerous reprographic sources, and a free online digitizer/take-off tool. It is recommended that Bidders “Register” in order to receive automatic e-mail notification of future addenda and to place themselves on the “Self-Registered Bidders List”. Bidders that do not register will not be automatically notified of addenda and will need to periodically check the on-line plan room for addenda issued on this project. Contact Builders Exchange of Washington at (425) 258-1303 should you require assistance with access or registration. The content available through bxwa.com is our property or the property of our licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. Access to project documents is intended for use by bidders (general contractors/prime bidders, subcontractors and suppliers), agency personnel and agency’s consultants, as well as for personal, noncommercial, use by the public. You may display or print the content available for these uses only. “Harvesting” (downloading, copying, and transmitting) of any project information and/or project documents for purposes of reselling and/or redistributing information by any other party is not allowed by BXWA. No bidder may withdraw his bid after time set for opening thereof, unless award is delayed for a period exceeding 40 days.
G LOCAL
ANTIQUES
Applegrove Junction Antiques-Buy & Sell
1214 W. Axton Rd. #B, Ferndale • 360-526-2305 www.facebook.com/applegrovejunctionantiques APPLIANCES & MATTRESSES
DeWaard & Bode
Main Showroom: 3944 Meridian Street B’ham
Outlet Store: 4175 Hannegan Road B’ham
360-733-5900 • www.dewaardandbode.com AUTOMOTIVE
Hinton Chevrolet
8139 Guide Meridian Rd, Lynden • 866-230-4195
Imhof Automotive
Maintenance • Repair • Restoration Over 40 Years Experience-Master Certified Ferndale • 360-393-8938
Jim’s Automotive Experts, Inc.
102 East Main Street, Everson • 360-966-4440
Les Schwab Tire Center • 360-380-4660 1731 LaBounty Dr, Ferndale www.lesschwab.com
Louis Auto Glass
1512 N. State St., Bellingham • 360-734-3840
407 19th St., Lynden • 360-354-3232
1721 E. College Way, Mt. Vernon • 360-424-9759
Pete’s Auto Repair LLC
6209 Portal Way, Ferndale
360-380-2277 • www.petesautorepair.net
Point S Zylstra Tire
501 Grover St., Lynden • 360-354-4493
Vavra Auto Body
411 Nooksack Ave, Nooksack • 360-966-4444
VW of Bellingham www.volkswagenofbellingham.com
2200 Iowa St., Bellingham • 360-734-5230
BAKERIES
Lynden Dutch Bakery
421 Front St., Lynden 360-354-3911
• lyndendutchbakery.com
Lynden Just Desserts 1724 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-3911
BANKS & CREDIT
UNIONS
Banner Bank
138 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd., Lynden
360-354-8100 • www.bannerbank.com
CABINETS
Lynden Interiors
2017 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-4149 www.lyndeninteriors.com
Westside Building Supply
8353 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-5617
CARPET CLEANING
Northwest Professional Services
360-354-4145 • www.npsclean.com
191 Birch Bay Lynden Rd, Lynden
CEMETERIES
Greenwood Cemetery • thegreenwoodcemetery.com
East Wiser Lake Rd., Lynden • 360-647-4001 Lynden Cemetery • www.lyndencemetery.com South Side of Front St., Lynden • 360-647-4001
CLEANING
Christensen Home Services
P.O. Box 29286, Bellingham www.christensenhomeservices.com
Call or Text 360-594-1468
CLEANING SUPPLIES
Bay City Supply
360-671-7400 • www.baycitysupply.com
P.O. Box 2073, 1250 Iowa Street Bellingham, WA 98229
COFFEE
Cruisin Coffee
1976 Kok Rd., Lynden Town Plaza, Lynden 5885 Portal Way, Ferndale • 360-738-3789 CONCRETE
Mt. Baker Mobile Mixing, LLC
360-319-4285 www.mtbakermobilemixing.com
CONSTRUCTION
SERVICES
ACP Excavating and Construction
360-592-8801
www.acpexcavatingandconstruction.com
CONVENIENCE STORE
Delta Country Market
1306 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd, Lynden 360-354-1680
EYE CARE
Everson Vision Clinic, Dr. Alex Ilyin, OD
205 W Main St, Everson • 360-966-0445
Bethgutman.evc@aol.com
FARM & GARDEN
CHS Northwest
3500 Meridian St., Bellingham • 360-734-4010
1720 LaBounty Dr, Ferndale • 360-380-0578
415 Depot St., Lynden • 360-306-3800
119 17th St., Fairway, Lynden • 360-354-5671
300 Main St., Lynden • 360-354-1198
102 Nooksack Ave., Nooksack • 360-966-4193 www.chsnw.com
Portal Way Farm and Garden
6100 Portal Way, Ferndale • 360-384-3688
www.PortalWayFarmAndGarden.com
Smits Compost
9030 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-3583 www.smitscompost.com
FINE JEWELRY
Originals by Chad 521 Front St., Lynden • 360-318-0210
FLORISTS
Lynden Florea
306 Front St., Suite B, Lynden 360-306-8819 • lyndenflorea.com
M&M Floral
5453 Guide Meridian, Bellingham 360-398-1315 • www.mandmfloral.com
FUNERAL SERVICES & MONUMENTS
Whatcom Cremation & Funeral
“Our Community’s Most Affordable Cremations & Burials - from $995” 360-734-7073 • wcremation.com
GARAGE DOORS
Overhead Door Company of Bellingham
202 Ohio St, Bellingham • 360-734-5960
www.ohdbellingham.com
Vander Griend Lumber Co. Inc.
8461 Depot Rd., Lynden • 360-354-2155
Westside Building Supply 8353 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-5617
GARBAGE & RECYCLING
Nooksack Valley Disposal & Recycling, Inc.
250 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd, Lynden 360-354-3400
GIFT/SPECIALTY SHOP
Appel Farms - The Cheese Shop
6605 Northwest Dr., Ferndale • 360-312-1431 www.appelcheese.com
GREASE TRAP
CLEANING
Lil John Sanitary Services, Inc.
Mark Mellema • 360-398-9828 www.liljohnsanitary.net
GLASS, RESIDENTIAL
Louis Auto Glass
1512 N. State St., Bellingham • 360-734-3840 407 19th St., Lynden • 360-354-3232
1721 E. College Way, Mt. Vernon • 360-424-9759
Lyndale Glass • www.lyndaleglass.com
110 7th St., Lynden • 360-354-3937
6172 Portal Wy., Ferndale • 360-384-5956
Vander Griend Lumber Co. Inc.
8461 Depot Rd., Lynden • 360-354-2155
HARDWARE STORE
Lynden Ace Hardware 1736 Front St., Fairway Center, Lynden 360-354-2291
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Family Care Network
Lynden Family Medicine • 360-354-1333 1610 Grover St., Suite D-1, Lynden
Birch Bay Family Medicine • 360-371-5855 8097 Harborview Rd., Blaine www.familycarenetwork.com
Ferndale Family Medical Center • 360-384-1511 5580 Nordic Way, Ferndale
The Healthy Bra Company, Maria C. Monti 425-478-0246 • abraforyou@aol.com www.thehealthybracompany.org
HOME IMPROVEMENT
Lynden Interiors
2017 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-4149 www.lyndeninteriors.com
Vander Griend Lumber Co. Inc. 8461 Depot Rd., Lynden • 360-354-2155
Walls & Windows Inc. • 360-676-5223 4131 Hannegan Rd., Ste. 104, Bellingham
HOME LOANS
Edge Home Finance- Mortgage Broker
Dave Ohligschlager- Loan Officer * O/C 360-815-1768 • daveo@edgehomefinance.com
NMLS #891464 / 422225 Movement Mortgage Hendor Rodriguez, Loan Officer
700 Front St. Suite B, Lynden 360-820-1787 • hendorthelendor.com
Hendor.rodriguez@movement.com
NMLS #404085
INSURANCE
& FINANCIAL
Amy Warenski Insurance Agency Inc 8874 Bender Rd Ste 106, Lynden • 360-354-6868 www.amywarenski.com
Brown & Brown
501 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-4488 Country Financial®, Len Corneto 102 Grover Street, Ste. 209, Lynden • 360-354-4197 Country Financial®
Lesa Ferguson, Financial Representative 1610 Grover St., Suite B1, Lynden • 360-354-2975
Group of Health Insurance Services, LLC 4202 Meridian Street, Suite 104, Bellingham 360-527-2334 • hicllc.net
Guide Insurance Services
1780 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-2200
Guided Solutions (formerly Vibrant USA)
504 Front St. Suite #101, Lynden 866-733-5111 • guidedsolutions.com
Jeff Lamphere Insurance 113 Third St, Lynden • 360-354-5333 www.jefflamphere.com
Oltman Insurance & Financial Services 360-354-5988
8850 Bender Road, Suite 101, Lynden
VanDalen Insurance
Shane VanDalen 517 Liberty St., Lynden • 360-354-4433
LUMBER
Vander Griend Lumber Co. Inc. 8461 Depot Rd., Lynden • 360-354-2155 Westside Building Supply 8353 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-5617
MEDIATION
Bellingham Mediation & Consulting
Sheri Russell, JD • 360-255-1666 www.bellinghammediation.com
MEDICARE INSURANCE
PLANS
Guided Solutions (formerly Vibrant USA) 504 Front St. Suite 101, Lynden 360-733-5111 • guidedsolutions.com
Jeff Lamphere Insurance 113 Third St, Lynden • 360-354-5333 www.jefflamphere.com
VanDalen Insurance
Shane VanDalen 517 Liberty St., Lynden • 360-354-4433
MOSS REMOVAL
Max Moss Erasers 629-219-8471 • themaxmosserasers@gmail.com No chemicals, all green!
PEST & RODENT CONTROL
Environmental Pest Control Inc.
3003 Bennett Drive, Bellingham • 360-676-5120 www.epestcontrol.net
PET CARE Northwest Kitty Care www.northwestkittycare.com • 360-319-7536
instagram.com/northwestkittycare
PRINT & PUBLISHING
Lynden Print Company www.LyndenPrintCo.com 113 Sixth Street, Lynden • 360-354-4444
Lynden Tribune www.LyndenTribune.com 113 Sixth Street, Lynden • 360-354-4444
REAL ESTATE
HomeSmart One Realty Kyle Christensen 414 W. Bakerview Rd. #103, Bellingham www.kylechristensenrealty.com Call or Text 360-594-1468
HomeSmart One Realty- Rick Meyer Managing Broker, GRI, CRS, SRES 414 W. Bakerview Rd. #103, Bellingham Call or text: 360-410-1213
REAL Broker LLC- Patrick Johnson patrickjohnsonrealestate.com Call or Text 360-988-1821
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE STORAGE
Bellingham RV Storage Quality Covered RV Storage Bakerview/Irongate area • Bellingham, WA 360-671-6100 • BellinghamRVBoatStorage.com
RECYCLING, REMOVAL & YARD DEBRIS
Green Earth Technology 774 Meadowlark Rd., Lynden • 360-354-4936
RENTAL EQUIPMENT
Westside Building Supply 8353 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-5617
RESTAURANTS, FOOD & BEVERAGE
Aloha Cafe 684 Peace Portal Dr, Suite A, Blaine WA www.alohacafeblainewa.com • 360-933-1047
Bordertown Mexican Food Truck 312 3rd St, Lynden • 360-305-1290 Little Caesars 1804 18th St., Lynden • 360-354-8656
ROOFING
Joostens Roofing Bellingham • 360-815-7663
SENIOR CARE
Echo Valley Adult Day Care and Respite 8472 Silver Lake Road, Maple Falls, WA 98266 Echovalleyrespite.com • 360-319-8958
SEPTIC INSTALLATION
Tyas & Tyas 3966 Deeter Rd., Everson • 360-988-6895
SEPTIC TANK PUMPING
Lil John Sanitary Services, Inc. Mark Mellema • 360-398-9828 www.liljohnsanitary.net
SPORTS & RECREATION
Dave’s Sports Shop 1738 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-5591 Lynden Skateway 421 Judson Street, Lynden • 360-354-3851 www.LyndenSkateway.com
VETERINARY
Kulshan Veterinary 8880 Benson Rd, Lynden 6220 Portal Wy, Ferndale www.kulshanvet.com • 360-354-5095
VITAMINS
The Emerald Isle. One island, two countries. It is in the Atlantic Ocean and is the 20th largest island in the world. It is considered part of Europe and is full of history. The countryside is home to famous castles and most of them come with stories of ghosts and hauntings. This island is the original home to fairies, leprechauns and the headless horseman. It is also said that it is the home of some of the friendliest people on Earth. Welcome to Ireland!
The Republic of Ireland lies to the south and is an independent country under its own rule. Northern Ireland is a part of The United Kingdom. It is a tiny country compared to the United States. As a matter of fact, the whole island capital of The Republic of Ireland is Dublin and the capital of Northern Ireland
Ireland is home to many famous musicians, artists, actors and politicians, but the most famous person to come out of Ireland is As a teenager, Saint Irish raiders and turned become a Catholic priest. to teach people about day is celebrated on the People around the world recognise Irish symbols leprechauns. Although this was originally a religious holiday in Ireland, the parade was held in the United States by Irish immigrants.
