Ferndale School District embraces Strategic Plan
Ferndale School District superintendent Kristi Dominguez, pictured at right in a meeting earlier this year. Superintendent explained that while the district’s core values remain steady, data and feedback direct strategies to meet needs of every student. (Luke Seymour/ Ferndale Record)
Superintendent says while core values remain steady, data and feedback direct strategies to meet needs of every student
By Luke Seymour Sta Reporter
FERNDALE — On Sept. 17, the Ferndale School District unveiled their 2024-2030 strategic plan, a comprehensive guide to the next six years of the district’s infrastructural development.
Some of the strategic plan’s key components include the outline of fundamental principles that will guide the district’s operations and educational approach, de ne their core values that will in uence district decision making as well as set clear and actionable goals for the district to meet.
e Ferndale Record spoke to Ferndale School District Superintendent, Kristi Dominguez to get a better idea of what a strategic plan is, what the district hopes to accomplish with it and what it means to the Ferndale community on the whole.
Ferndale Record: In your own words, could you describe what a strategic plan is for a school district and how it operates?
Kristi Dominguez: A strategic plan is essentially the roadmap that guides our school district toward its goals.
It sets the long-term vision and direction for where we want to go and what we want to achieve as a district, ensuring that every decision we make aligns with our mission to serve students In our case, it re ects the values of our community, prioritizing areas like belonging and inclusion, academic excellence, and strong community partnerships.
e plan operates by breaking down these big-picture goals into actionable steps.
We use it to determine where resources should go, how we can improve, and what success looks like for our students and sta .
It’s a living document, meaning that while our core values remain steady, we adapt our strategies based on data and feedback to ensure we’re meeting the needs of every student.
It’s not just something we create and set aside. It’s integrated into everything we do — from curriculum choices to professional development to family engagement.
Record: When did the district decide to develop a strategic plan? What did they have in place before the strategic plan?
Dominguez: e decision to develop a formal strategic plan came from discovering through my entry plan my rst year that we needed a clear, cohesive direction that re ects both the needs of our students and the values of our community.
While there had been district commitments in place, it had been at least 20 years since our district had a strategic plan. Before the strategic plan, we had a number of initiatives and goals in place, but they weren’t necessarily tied together under one uni ed vision.
Ferndale Library celebrates 10 years in current building
By Luke Seymour Sta Reporter
FERNDALE — From 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. ursday, Nov. 14, the Friends of the Ferndale Library will host a celebration to mark 10 years of the Ferndale Public Library’s residency in its current building.
Since 2014, the Ferndale Public Library has resided at 2125 Main St. In the years since it was initially established, the FPL has developed a reputation as one of the nest branches of the Whatcom County Library System.
However, President of Friends of the Ferndale Library, Sue Green said the FPL represents much more than just a place where residents can pick up a weekend read. “ is is, for all intents and purposes, a community center,” Green said. “ e building can be used in many, many ways. e large meeting rooms, the smaller conference rooms, the array of stu that’s available there. It’s just a place where ev-
eryone can come and get involved in all kinds of activities and get involved with the community.”
According to Green, the 10-year celebration will be open to the public and represents an opportunity for the FPL to further exhibit the wide
By Bill Helm Editor
WHATCOM — With 345 estimated ballots left to count in the Nov. 5 election, LD42 incumbents Alicia Rule and Joe Timmons have retained their seats as Washington state representatives. As of last ballot count, which was at 4:26 p.m. Nov. 8, Rule (D) leads Raymond Pelletti (R) by more than 10% (49,261 votes to 39,630 votes), Timmons (D) leads Kamal Bhachu (R) by more than 6%, with 47,426 votes for Timmons (53.34%) to 41,417 votes for Bhachu (46.57%). With next count scheduled to be released at 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18, ballots from almost 82% of the county’s registered voters (137,245 of 167,634)
have been counted. is election’s certi cation is scheduled for Nov. 26. In other county-related election news, for Meridian School District’s $75M bond to pass, a supermajority — 60% — needed to say yes. With close to 400 votes separating the yes from the no, 3,343 voters (53.03%)
supported the bond that would have provided, among other things, a new Meridian Middle School. is is separate from the generator for emergency power to the district’s main network and server room that the district’s voters approved in the 2020 capital projects levy. According to the district, the 20-year bond
measure, had it passed, would have meant an increase tax rate of $1.38 per $1,000 of assessed value. Which means the tax rate for the Meridian community would have increased by $63.25 each month or $759 each year in 2025 based on the owner of a $550,000 home. Also short of a supermajority, the Whatcom County Fire District No. 1 ask for a $13M general obligations bond has been met with not enough support to pass, as 53.58% of participating voters (3,273) have said yes, the other 2,836 (46.42%) have said no. If passed, the bond would have helped the re district construct and equip a new re station and headquarters, and to acquire new re ghting and life safety equipment.
range of the activities it o ers.
“ ere’s going to be lots to do and try,” Green said. “We’re going to be o ering special commemorative bookmarks that were designed by
Ferndale Library employees, from left, Vanessa Tucker, Joy McGrath and LaRayne Blunenstein, with copies of the Ferndale Record. (Luke Seymour/Ferndale Record)
Alicia Rule, left, Joe Timmons.
Missing man from 2022 identified
FERNDALE — On Nov. 21, 2022, the Ferndale Police Department recovered human remains from the Nooksack Riverbank near the 5500 block of Ferndale Road. According to a Nov. 6 press release from the City of Ferndale, the city’s workers had “been performing a river levee inspection when they came across potential human remains partially buried in the riverbank.”
e ndings were immediately reported to the Ferndale Police Department, the city stated.
Ferndale Police Department was able to secure the scene, and the Whatcom County Medical Examiner’s O ce and Bellingham Police Department helped remove the remains.
e release stated that after conducting the investigation and receiving DNA test results, it has been con rmed that the remains are of Mark Hess, who was reported
as a missing person in 2002. is case is still considered open until the nal report from the Whatcom County Medical Examiner is received. ere is no further information to report at this time. For inquiries regarding Case 22F10913, please contact the City of Ferndale’s Communications and Community Relations O cer Megan Juenemann at 360-6852353 or meganjuenemann@cityo erndale.org.
Ferndale tree lighting ceremony set for Dec. 6
FERNDALE — e holiday spirit is coming to life in Ferndale with the muchanticipated annual tree lighting ceremony, hosted by the Ferndale Downtown Association in collaboration with WCFD No. 1. is year’s ceremony will take place on Friday, Dec. 6, from 6-8 p.m. at the Riverwalk. e Ferndale Downtown Association
Strategic Plan: Superintendent
We operated on more of a year-to-year basis, reacting to needs as they arose.
Record: Why was 2024-30 chosen as the timeline?
Dominguez: is process started about two years ago with the intent to bring together voices from across our district — families, sta , students, and community members — to ensure our path forward was collaborative and inclusive. e average strategic plan is 5-6 years. is was a natural timeline given our process.
Record: Who was mostly responsible for developing the plan?
Dominguez: e development of the strategic plan was a collaborative e ort, driven by a wide range of voices from across our district. While district leadership played a key role in facilitating and shaping the process, it was important that the plan truly re ected the needs and priorities of our entire community.
We involved sta , teachers, families, students, and community partners through surveys, focus groups, and forums to gather diverse perspectives.
Additionally, our school board and key stakeholders helped provide the framework and oversight to ensure the plan aligned with both district goals and the values of our community.
Record: What are some of the major
changes that the plan will make to the way the school district has operated?
Dominguez: One of the most signicant changes the strategic plan introduces is a stronger focus on belonging and inclusion. We’ve always valued uniqueness, but now there’s a concerted e ort to ensure every student feels a true sense of belonging and that their identity and culture are recognized and respected. is includes providing more culturally responsive teaching practices and increasing equity in access to resources and opportunities for all students.
Another major shift is how we approach academics and excellence. e strategic plan moves us toward a more personalized learning experience, where we focus not just on academic achievement, but also on the whole student — their emotional, social, and mental well-being. We’re rethinking how we support both advanced learners and those who need more intervention, ensuring everyone has the tools they need to succeed.
Additionally, the plan places a stronger emphasis on community engagement. We’re creating more meaningful partnerships with families and local organizations, so that our schools truly re ect and serve the communities they are a part of. is includes being more transparent and communicative about decisions and inviting greater input from our families and stakeholders. Finally, we’re aligning our resources more strategically, ensuring that budget-
will debut a brand-new 30-foot Christmas tree adorned with a stunning, four-foot, crystal-topped star, which will illuminate the Riverwalk in festive light.
With expanded decorations and upgraded LED pole lights extending from 3rd Avenue to the Library, downtown Ferndale will truly be transformed into a holiday wonderland.
e ceremony will feature holiday music performed by local students, providing the perfect backdrop for an evening of seasonal festivities. Santa Claus himself will make a special appearance, with cookies and cocoa provided for attendees as they take in the sights and sounds of the season.
Following the tree lighting, families are encouraged to take part in Ferndale’s annual Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt on Dec. 14-15 for a free, family-friendly activity that highlights local businesses in Ferndale.
For updates and more event information, visit the Ferndale Downtown Association Facebook page or email FerndaleDowntownWA@gmail.com.
Dec. 20 Schimmel Showcase: Jon Mutchler
The Jansen Art Center’s Dec. 20 Schimmel Showcase will feature Jon Mutchler. Show starts at 11 a.m. Mutchler will weave and incorporate his jazz, classical and popular piano-playing skills on familiar holiday themes and songs. Mutchler is a music graduate from Western Washington University and is heavily involved in the Ferndale community. He has taught piano for nearly 40 years, served as a local pastor for 36 years, and has an active public life as both a Ferndale City Council member and the city’s mayor. Visit JansenArtCenter.org for more information. Jansen Art Center is at 321 Front St., Lynden.
ing and sta ng decisions are directly tied to the goals in the strategic plan. is will help us make more informed choices that prioritize student outcomes and support our educators in delivering high-quality instruction.
Record: What are the goals that you look forward to completing rst? Which goals will be completed over the long term?
Dominguez: In the short term, one of the rst goals I’m excited to complete is strengthening the sense of belonging and inclusion across our schools. rough our You Belong campaign, we are seeing students and sta feel more connected and supported. ese are immediate actions that will create an environment where students feel seen, heard and valued every day.
I am also excited about the alignment across our schools when it comes to de ning, measuring, and implementing strategies that are intentionally focused on academic excellence.
We are also focused on increasing transparency, creating more two-way communication opportunities, and providing families with the tools to engage meaningfully in their children’s education. We’ve already directed a lot of e ort toward elevating student voice by including them in our advisory committees, task
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forces, and giving our student board reps an advisory vote. A long-term goal is ensuring sustainable resource allocation that aligns with our strategic priorities. is means that as we continue to grow and evolve as a district, we’ll be making smart decisions about budgeting and sta ng that re ect our values and goals.
Record: How do you hope the new strategic plan will help Ferndale’s students and faculty of achieve more in the coming years?
Dominguez: I hope the new strategic plan will serve as a powerful framework to help both our students and sta reach new levels of success in the coming years. Whether it’s through new academic programs, more robust student support services, or creating a stronger sense of belonging, the plan will help students feel empowered and capable of achieving their full potential. Ultimately, I believe the strategic plan will help both students and sta feel more supported, more motivated, and more aligned in their e orts to succeed — creating a culture where excellence, belonging and growth are at the heart of everything we do.
-- Contact Luke Seymour at luke@lyndentribune.com.
FORUM
Homestead: ‘Let’s move forward’
Editor, We bought our home along the golf course about four years ago. We knew there was a lawsuit but thought it would be reconciled within the next year. At that time, the golf course was open and there were people gol ng and enjoying Lynden and the surrounding area. We feel the lawsuit should be done with and someone should be able to buy it and get it open to those who would like to golf. Many of the issues have been settled by the judge’s ruling, so let’s move forward.
Alvin and Carole Starkenburg Lynden
‘No
end insight’ to Homestead lawsuit
Editor, is [Homestead lawsuit] has been going on for four years and no end in sight. It would be nice if the plainti s would be reasonable and end the lawsuit so just maybe the golf course would be able to reopen. It is sad to see just a few ruin it for the majority of the homeowners. My feeling is that no matter what, they just want to ruin it out of spite. It is sad that there are people like that.
Dave Leenders Lynden
‘Tired of [Homestead] lawsuit’
Editor, I have a condo in Homestead so needless to say, I am pretty tired of this whole lawsuit.
Homestead is and has been a beautiful area. As a homeowner, the confusion is beyond me and admittedly at times, I shut it o . But I am also an employee of Meadow Greens where there are some pretty amazing people who call Meadow Greens their home. ey have not been able to enjoy their retirement years as of late doing the thing they love to do … golf. Really? Because of a hanging-on lawsuit that seems to me won’t go away because
certain people have a bent for the drama? What other reason is there when the judge has made his ruling? To continue on at the depravity of a beautiful space surrounding beautiful people simply leaves me astounded.
Can we end this already and let the good people who want to positively impact our area deal with it as they have desired to from the get-go?
Julie Kroontje Lynden
‘Cease and desist’ Homestead lawsuit
Editor,
We are moving toward our fth year of the Homestead battle. is ongoing battle impacts not only those of us who live in the Homestead community but all of those who have enjoyed the golf course over the years, some of whom live in Lynden, but others from all over Whatcom County and south, plus many who live in Canada. Let’s not forget that businesses in Lynden bene t from those who visit Lynden because they play golf here; restaurants, gas stations, grocery stories and I am sure there are others.
I would beg those who are continuing this lawsuit to cease and desist. At this point the harm far outweighs the good. I beg those who are suing to quit paying Davis and Anderson, as we are all paying the price for their greed.
Lois Polf Lynden
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OBITUARIES
Betty Arlene Douma
“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you
Addison Merlin Johnson
also may be where I am. You know the way to the place where I am going.”
-John 14:1-4
Betty Arlene Douma, age 85, made her way to heaven on Nov. 11, 2024 at the Christian Health Care Center of Lynden. Born Oct. 21, 1939 in Redlands, CA to her loving parents, Nelvin and Christine Kooiman, Betty made sure to show love and care to all who had the pleasure of knowing her. She soon married Herman Douma, and her compassionate nature shined through in her career as a homemaker. Outside of taking care of her home and
Addison Merlin Johnson died peacefully in the home he built on Camano Island on July 22, 2024 just shy of his 87th birthday. It was where he wanted to be, with his loving family by his side, and his eyes on the coming and going of the tides, oh, and his dear cat Revie.
He was born to Joe and Bea Johnson and his sister Alison, in Bellingham. e family lived in Port Graham, Alaska for most of his early life with recollections of exciting times there, and the voyage back home to Washington in the big, military accompanied ship when WWII broke out.
He was raised mostly on the family farm near Lynden, where he developed his love of ying as he watched planes practicing overhead. Because his father was
Edward (Eddie)
Hans Strom, Jr.
working in Alaska half-years over his whole youth, Addy learned a lot about working on the farm alongside his mother and the xing of things from his dear Blackburn uncles.
Later he was joined by his younger brother Alerd, who was his sidekick in many of his early farm life creations, interests and antics.
He graduated from Lynden High School in 1955, played a year of basketball for SVCC, UW 1960, MA from MSU 1966.
He and his wife Tami (Kenoyer) were happily married for 64 years. ey took their rst teaching jobs in Randle, White Pass High School where they began their family, designed and built their rst home, and worked together, while enjoying their family, a daughter, Danette and a son,
Edward (Eddie) Hans Strom, Jr., age 88, passed away at the family home in Lynden on Nov. 5, 2024. He died of a broken heart and complications from Parkinson’s after losing the love of his life, Mary, on Aug. 31, 2024. Eddie and Mary celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary this past March. Eddie was born Jan.13, 1936 in Aber-
Margaret ‘Midge’ Timmer
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever. ~Psalm 23:6
family, she played an active role in her church as well as the local dairy business. Betty is preceded in death by her husband, Herman Douma and her brother, James Kooiman Betty will be dearly missed by her children, Mike and Elva Douma (Custer), Melanie and Dave Burgess ( Kihei, HI), Nancy and Daniel Andeel (Placentia, CA); her grandchildren, Natalie and Jeb Miller, Natasha and Dustin Wilson, Mikaela and David Van Wingerden, Amanda Attema, Maxwell Andeel, Jaxton Andeel; her greatgrandchildren, Charlotte, Everett, and Vivian Miller, Aria Wilson, Kinsley, Klint,
J Addison into all of their adventures and their long lasting relationship.
During this time Addy was a father, a teacher of math and science, a coach, a play director, guidance counselor, an Air National Guardsman for six years, where he kept a lot of WWII equipment running and always ready to go. He loved inventing new things and ways, making things work more smoothly, from education to building homes for people as well as furniture for his own home.
He served as guidance counselor in two high schools in Tacoma before being appointed to a committee to create a new Foss High School. He made a midlife career change when he was drawn to the Juniper Beach Community on Camano Island, deciding he needed to express a di erent aspect of himself.
He formed Nordic Construction, which created over a 100 homes, and commercial build-
deen, WA, to Edward and Lillie Strom. Eddie was their only child. He graduated from Weatherwax High School in Aberdeen. While attending Grays Harbor Community College, he met his future bride, Mary Rahkonen. After a year-long engagement, they were married in Aberdeen, March 21, 1959. Eddie started his career in banking with National Bank of Commerce in Aberdeen. In 1961, the bank transferred him to Sedro Woolley. While in Woolley, Eddie and Mary formed life-long friendships that are still treasured today. In 1968, Eddie was transferred to Lynden and in 1976 was promoted to branch manager in Everson. During his career,
With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of our dear mother, Margaret “Midge” Timmer, on Nov. 5, 2024. Midge was born on July 13, 1932, to Art and Martha (Houg) Oordt.
Jerry Wayne Warren
Jerry Wayne Warren was born on Oct. 30, 1942, to John and Ruth Warren in Childersburg, Alabama. He graduated from Buckhorn High School in 1960 and was on their state championship basketball team. After graduation, he enlisted
She was a lifelong resident of Lynden, attended Lynden Christian School and married Garris Timmer in 1951. ey raised their family of ve daughters in Lynden, all of them attending Lynden Christian School and Bethel Christian Reformed Church. She and Garris enjoyed traveling and spending time in the company of good friends. Midge worked for her brother-
in the U.S. Air Force and served in the communication squadron in Puerto Rico during the Vietnam War. He also served inactive reserve for two years. After his discharge, Jerry met and married Vera Pierce in California and lovingly adopted her three children: Melody, Don and Harmonie. Jerry worked at Southern Cali-
Judith Marilyn Humphreys, age 81, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
Judi was born on June 23, 1943 in Bellingham to Wynard and Pearl (Biesheuvel) VandeKamp. Judi was the youngest of seven children.
She graduated from Lynden High
Beverly and Laynie Van Wingerden; her siblings Everett Kooiman, Roger Kooiman and Norma De Does; as well as her many nieces and nephews. ere will be a private graveside service on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024 at 11 a.m. at Monumenta Cemetery. Following the service will be an open house at Betty’s home from 1-4 p.m. Please send memorial donations in honor of Betty and Herman Douma to the Lynden Christians Athletic Fund. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
ings and served a term as SICBA president in 1984. Another shift allowed him to create items, secure patents and trademarks for products to protect homes under the banner of Floodsaver and Slide-N-Fold, shipping orders across the North American Continent and beyond. roughout his well-lived life Addy was a creative person of many interests, who loved science, technology, music, nature and wildlife.
He was fascinated by all things mechanical, tractors, motorcycles, boats and planes, he owned a couple of Cessna airplanes, made trips over much of the North American Continent, along the way to building and ying his own Glastar. He was a lifelong maker and appreciator of dear friends he met all along the way. Addy began writing poetry when many in his circle were leaving. e last lines of one of his poems was “his last challenge
the bank changed names several times: Rainier Bank, SeaFirst Bank, and eventually Bank of America.
Over the years of his career, Eddie worked with so many wonderful co-workers and enjoyed life-long friendships with customers.
Eddie coached his daughter Wendy’s summer league softball teams for multiple years. He could always count on LTI for their sponsorship.
In 1983, Eddie and Mary went into a business partnership and opened e Sweet Touch, the local candy store which operated until 1995. A second candy store was opened in 1987. Lil’ Dutch Fudgery continued operations until 2000.
Eddie was preceded in death by his par-
in-law, Harold Kooy, at the IGA Foodliner for many years. She then became a businesswoman, owning and operating the Kids Kaboose, a children’s clothing store, in Lynden’s Fairway Center for several years until her retirement. Her life was marked by kindness, generosity, and her unwavering love and devotion to family.
Midge enjoyed a well-kept home, making puzzles, playing the piano and organ, and Sudoku. She treasured moments with her grandchildren and greatgrandchildren.
We all feel blessed by her love
fornia Edison Power company in Southern California for seven years and then headed north to live in Sumas and work at Puget Sound Energy in Lynden. He worked for PSE for 30 years as a lineman, line foreman and then construction coordinator. In 1988 he married Barbara (Crabtree) Bouma and lived in Lynden the rest of his life. ey joined and enjoyed the fellowship of Faith Community Church in Lynden. roughout his life he enjoyed
School and Bellingham Business College.
Judi met Roger at the Lynden Fair after high school and they married on April 3, 1964 at First Reformed Church in Lynden where they still are members. She worked at di erent secretarial jobs over the years including Ed Nelson Tax Service and Smith & Kosanke Attorneys at Law, as well as raising their two children. Over the years, she enjoyed spending time camping or having co ee with friends, playing the piano, watching
was accepted, was mastered with incredible creativity, common sense, courage.” ese qualities served Addy well during his own last period of leaving, as did his natural athleticism.
His loving family worked to normalize his care and support, and to honor his courage, his tenacity for independence, and with awe took note that he owned his agency to the very end. His soul still needed to y… “One bright morning when his life was over, he ew away.” Family and friends gathered on Aug. 9 to celebrate his life on what would have been his 87th birthday. Addison is survived by his loving family, wife Tami, Danette, J and Deb and extended family; his brother Alerd and Pat; sisterin-law Marcia Kenoyer; ve wonderful nieces and four fantastic nephews and all their amazing extended families, the grands and greats, scattered across the land. He was a treasure who will be loved forever.
ents, and his wife of 65 years, Mary. He is survived by daughters, Debbie (Lonnie) Honcoop, Wendy Epler (Rick, deceased January 2024). Grandchildren: Lance (Jessica) Honcoop, Loren (Teresa) Honcoop, Dustin Epler, Chelsey Epler (Christopher Casey). Great-grandchildren: Colby, Brielle and Corson Honcoop, Madelyn and Myles Honcoop, Jamison Epler, Gannicus and Khaleesi Casey. A graveside service is pending.
In lieu of owers, please honor Eddie with memorial donations to Whatcom Hospice Foundation, or Parkinson’s Foundation.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
and in uence in our lives. She is preceded in death by her husband Garris, brother Herm Oordt, sister Sarah and her husband Harold Kooy, and son-in-law Ken Ozinga. She will be greatly missed by her children Judy Ozinga, Susan Jones, Pat (Gary) Lanning, Cher (Randy) Weg, and Marlae (David) Schnare, 14 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, sister-inlaw Jackie Oordt and her many nieces and nephews. A family-only graveside service was held at the Monumenta Cemetery on Saturday, Nov. 9 at 11 a.m. From noon-2 p.m.,
hunting, camping, shing, crabbing, University of Alabama football, Seahawks football and the Seattle Mariners baseball games.
During his retirement he enjoyed going south for the winter to Cathedral City, California with Barb and loved playing golf and the sunshine days.
He was proceeded in death by his father, mother, two brothers, a sister, and son, John Wesley.
Jerry loved his wife Barb, daughter Tamla, son Travis and his wife Laura, and all his grand-
the Seattle Mariners, and was even in a bowling league at one time.
One of her greatest joys and greatest achievements was taking care of her four grandchildren.
She spent many of her days helping to raise them, and her in uence and love will stay with them for the rest of their lives.
Judi was preceded in death by her parents, her two sisters, Nel and Kay, and her four brothers, John, Harold, Roger and Ken.
She is survived by her husband Roger of 60 years, son Randy (Kara) Hum-
friends and acquaintances are invited to drop in at an open house at Bethel CRC and express condolences to the family. A light lunch will be provided. In lieu of owers, donations can be made in her honor and memory to the Lynden Christian School 417 Lyncs Dr. Lynden, WA 98264. e family extends a heartfelt thanks to the sta at Meadow Greens and Whatcom Hospice for their loving and tender care of our mom and family. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
children and enjoyed the time spent with them.
A private family graveside service will be in Greenwood Cemetery on Saturday, Nov. 23 at 1 p.m. Following, there will be a public memorial service at 2 p.m. at Faith Community Church on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. In lieu of owers, please send donations to Whatcom Hospice House in Bellingham.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
phreys, daughter Jill (Nathan) Graf, grandsons Justin (Sara) Graf, Bailey Graf and granddaughters Mikaela Humphreys and Kirstyn Humphreys. Also by in-laws Leigh VandeKamp, Dennis and Sylvia Holmstrom, Jerry and Cynthia Sebens, and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of owers, please help us honor Judi’s memory with donations in her name to Whatcom Hospice Foundation or e Lighthouse Mission. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services
Judith Marilyn Humphreys
Community Calendar
Through Dec. 5
Grief share
Sonlight Community Church is o ering
Grief Share from 6:30-8 p.m. Thursdays through Dec. 5. Grief Share is a 13-week video and discussion series that covers the multiple aspects of grief on the journey toward healing from the loss of a loved one. To register, go to GriefShare. org or contact Jan DeBoer at 360-3038271. Sonlight Community Church is at 8800 Bender Road, Lynden.
Through Nov. 17
Alice and the Rabbits of Wonderland Lynden High School’s Performing Arts will present Alice and the Rabbits of Wonderland, a new adventure for Alice. This fun, family-friendly show will introduce the audience to some new characters of Wonderland and reunite them with their old favorites. Performance dates at Judson Auditorium, 514 Main St. are 7 p.m. Nov. 8-9 and Nov. 15-16, and at 3 p.m. Nov. 10 and Nov. 17. Adults cost $10, students K-12 and seniors (over 65) are $5. Ticket available one hour before curtain. House doors open 30 minutes before curtain. More information: luvbirds302@ msn.com.
Through Nov. 17
Prince Caspian Exciting New Adaptation of C.S. Lewis’“Prince Caspian”takes to G7 stage, Nov. 8-17 at the Abbotsford Arts Centre, 2329 Crescent Way. To order tickets or for more information, visit gallery7theatre.comor call 604-504-5940. A story of courage, hope and strength of character emerge in this highly theatrical stage adaption of C.S. Lewis’ beloved novel. Prince Caspianshows at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 8-9 and Nov. 12-16, with matinees at 2 p.m. Nov. 9 and Nov. 16-17.
Nov. 16
Friendsgiving Join the Sumas Historical Society and Museum for Friendsgiving, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Nov. 16. The museum is at 114 Second St. Carl Crouse will talk about his newest book “Gateway to the Caribou.” Share your stories, enter to win a gift basket from WOW Salon and enjoy a piece of pumpkin pie. Questions? Call 360-319-4284.
Nov. 16
Promised Light Immerse your senses in the rich and mysterious tonalities of Benjamin Britten’s Ceremony of Carols as Whatcom Chorale celebrates the joyful wonder of Christmas. This performance concludes with Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest, an ardent Latin American homage to the Nativity. Experience a collaboration of harp, guitar
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and marimba with harpist Jill Whitman, guitarist Eli Schille-Hudson and percussionist Kay Reilly. Saturday Nov. 16, 3 p.m., at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 2117 Walnut St., Bellingham. Information and tickets at whatcomchorale.org/ promised-light.
Nov. 16
Bill Anschell Peru Reunion Trio
Bill Anschell Peru Reunion Trio at Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden, at 7 p.m. Nov. 16. This is the opening performance of the Concert Series at The J, with an evening of jazz with the Bill Anschell Peru Reunion Trio. Having toured South America, Anschell brings a unique blend of traditional South American melodies and jazz flair, joined by bassist Chris Symer and percussionist Je Busch. Don’t miss this rare chance to experience these rich sounds on the Jansen Art Center’s Schimmel piano. More information, visit JansenArtCenter.org.
Nov. 16
Sacrum Mysterium
Bellingham Chamber Chorale presents Sacrum Mysterium (sacred mysteries), at noon Saturday, Nov. 16 and at 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 17 at Church of the Assumption, 2116 Cornwall Ave. Tickets atbellinghamchamberchorale.org.
BCC is distinguished for its visionary programming and exceptional artistry, seamlessly weaving together classical and contemporary choral works.
Nov. 20 Wit and Wisdom of a Canadian Legend Nov. 20, the Wit and Wisdom of a Canadian Legend: Vaughn Palmer, at 11:30 a.m. at Bellingham Yacht Club, 2625 S. Harbor Loop Drive. Palmer returns with observations on the 2024 presidential election and the future of US/Canada relations. Since 1984, Palmer has been the Vancouver Sun’s provincial a airs political columnist and has covered the rise and fall of eight premieres. More information, email PR@bellinghamcityclub.org.
Nov. 22-Dec. 24
Holiday Festival of the Arts
Allied Arts 45th annual Holiday Festival of the Arts, Nov. 22-Dec. 24, at 1331
Commercial St., Bellingham. More than 100 booths with local artisans and craftspeople presenting their holiday goodies, one-of-a-kind gifts, specialty food treats, jewelry, artworks from paintings to photographs, scented soaps and bubbles for a personal spa. Live local music, artist demos and workshops. Bring the kids in for free and enjoy fun, family art projects. More information: holidayfestival@alliedarts.org.
Nov. 23
Timothy Alan ‘Tim’ Zawicki
Timothy Alan “Tim” Zawicki, went to be with Jesus on Nov. 3, 2024, after a short battle with cancer. Tim was born on May 4, 1963, in Bellingham
Loneta Joan “Jo” (Hoff) Carter
Loneta Joan “Jo” (Ho ) Carter was born on Jan. 9, 1930 to Charles and Ruth (Troxel) Ho in Omaha, Nebraska. Her Lord called her home on Oct. 31, 2024. e oldest of three children, she lived in Omaha until attending college at the University of Nebraska. ere she met Glenn Carter of Silver Creek, NE.
After her graduation in 1952, they married and lived in Bismarck, ND and then Endicott, NY, where their rst daughter was born. In 1955, the Carters moved back
Jansen Jazz Orchestra
Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden, will host the Jansen Jazz Orchestra concert at 3 p.m. and again at 7 p.m. Nov. 23. Jansen Jazz Orchestra is a group of musicians who share the desire to perform jazz, in the tradition of the great swing bands of the 1930s and 1940s, as well as a wide variety of tunes from traditional jazz to rock, Motown to fusion, blues to bebop. Audiences will hear the classics of jazz as well as the latest original tunes. Jansen Jazz Orchestra is about having fun. More information, visit JansenArtCenter.org.
Nov. 24
Family Karaoke fundraiser
A family-friendly fundraising event for karaoke fans of all ages at The Claire Theater, 655 Front St., Suite 13. Either sing or come out to cheer the others. All music genres are welcome. Denise Chatterton of D’s Events will be DJ. Admission for this event is by suggested donation, $5 individual or $15 for a family of three or more, either cash or check at the door beginning at 5 p.m. donations are deeply appreciated. Dispensing of funds raised from this event will be under the sole discretion of the Lynden Performing Arts Guild Board of Directors. For more information, email co ee4meplz@gmail.com.
Nov. 30
Fused Glass Gnome Ornaments
Fused Glass Gnome Ornaments class at Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden. Nov. 30 from 1-2 p.m. Students will create gnome ornaments from pre-cut elements. Wide selection of colors and skin tones to choose from. Creations will be fused and ready to pick up the following week. Class is perfect for all ages and is great for some special me-time with a loved one. Special needs students are welcome with a reliable helper. More information: programs@jansenartcenter. org.
Dec. 1
Assumption Catholic School Christmas Bazaar
This year’s Assumption Catholic School Christmas Bazaar will be held on Sunday, Dec. 1 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Assumption School gym. We will showcase more than 40 local artists and crafters, a bakes sale, as well as a used book sale with all books priced at $3. For more information, visit assumptionschool.ejoinme.org/ChristmasBazaar. More information: bazaar@assumption. school.
Dec. 6-20
Tribute to Time and Place
Tribute to Time and Place: Through the Eyes and Years of Tore Ofteness, an art exhibit to feature the aerial photography
to Art and Lynn Zawicki.
At an early age, Tim learned how to run heavy equipment at Z Recyclers. He enjoyed God’s creation in watching bodies of water and traveling beautiful Highway 20.
He loved animals, pouring his heart into their many cats and dogs over the years.
to Nebraska, where two more daughters were born. Jo and Glenn lived in Columbus for 40 years.
During her time as a busy mother of three, Jo was also active in the Federated Church and then Highland Park EV-Free Church, where she taught Sunday school and Bible studies.
She was a 4-H leader, chairman of the Red Cross hospital volunteers, an o cer in PEO, volunteered with the bloodmobile, the National Engineers Auxiliary, Junior Great Books, her local election board, state and national family camps.
After Glenn and Jo retired, one of their greatest joys was volunteering with Wycli e Bible Translators at the JAARS base in North Carolina, where they trav-
of renowned professional photographer Tore Ofteness. This collection will be on display in three venues: Allied Arts, Bellingham Frameworks and Quicksilver from Dec. 6-20. Opening reception at Allied Arts Gallery, 1418 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham from 6- 9 p.m. Dec. 6.
Dec. 7
WACK Studio Tour
Whatcom County’s finest ceramic artists open their studios for holiday shopping, live demonstrations, and a window into the creative process in Whatcom Artists of Clay and Kiln (WACK) studio tour, from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Dec. 7-8. Tour 11 studios throughout Bellingham and Whatcom County and see the work of 25 clay artists. Shop for handmade mugs, bowls, vases, home decor, sculpture and so much more. Tour information and interactive map atwhatcomartistsofclayandkiln.org.
Dec. 14
Noel: A Celtic Christmas Noel: A Celtic Christmas, concert at 3 p.m. and again at 7 p.m. Dec. 14 at Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden. The Noel Ensemble will create a magical afternoon of Celtic tunes and carols, played on beautiful harps, with the warm tones of cello and flute interlacing dramatic readings. Harpist Jill Whitman will perform with four harpists on concert and Celtic harps and is joined by flautist Kimberley Breilein, who will play arrangements of carols from around the world. Rosemary Vohs interlaces the music with poems and Christmas lore. More information, visit JansenArtCenter.org.
Dec. 15
Compose Like A Girl
Guest conductor Angela Kasper will direct Kulshan Chorus in “Compose Like a Girl: a celebration of choral works written by women.” Joyous song as we bring warmth, light and mystery to the coming winter season. At Western Washington University, 516 High St., Bellingham. More information: publicity@kulshanchorus.org.
Dec. 15
Festival of Lessons and Carols
Our annual Festival of Lessons and Carols, Dec. 15 from 5-8 p.m., illuminates the story of Christ’s arrival in the world by weaving together readings from scripture, gorgeous sacred music from the musicians of St. Paul’s, 2117 Walnut St., Bellingham, and beloved Christmas carols sung by all in attendance. Don’t miss this gem of Episcopal worship and join us as we prepare for a merry Christmas. For more information, visit music-stpauls. org/events. Childcare available. Free admission. Prelude starts at 4:30 p.m.
Tim will be deeply missed by his children: Laura (Eddie) Torrero, Emily (Zach) Rouse, Elijah Zawicki, Annalee Zawicki; close friend and mother of his children, Cindy; grandchildren: Brody, Jonathan, Kayla, Ally, Anthony, and Gabriel; his parents and sister Cris (Dan) ompson. He is also survived by aunts,
eled each winter for 27 years. After moving to Washington to be near grandchildren, they lived 14 years in Lynden, followed by 17 years at the Warm Beach community in Stanwood.
Jo’s favorite activities included entertaining guests, organizing family reunions, planning treasure hunts, hosting tea parties, teaching etiquette, making photo albums, and creating birthday cards. She especially enjoyed card games, which she continued to play well into her 94th year.
Her most precious treasures were her children and grandchildren, in whom she invested much of her life.
uncle, cousins, nephews and nieces. Join us in honoring Tim’s life at Crosspoint Church 8686 Vinup Road, Lynden on Saturday Nov. 16, 2024 at 1 p.m. In lieu of owers, donations may be made to Whatcom Hospice Foundation or Whatcom Humane Society.
She will be remembered as a tireless hostess, extensive traveler, and prayer warrior for countless missionaries, friends, and family members. Jo was preceded in death by her husband Glenn of 68 years and her sister, Jane McVicker, of Lincoln, NE. She is survived by her brother, Paul Ho (Jo), of Seward, NE, her three daughters: Chris (Brad) Day of Bellingham, Sue (Mark) Johnson of Seattle, and Kathy (Neil) Harmsworth of Anacortes; 12 grandchildren, and 19 great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Dec 7, 2024, at Warm Beach Free Methodist Church with Pastor Charlie Tarrell o ciating. Funeral arrangements provided by Whatcom Cremation and Funeral.
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Winter is coming — is your garden ready?
As the last of autumn’s beauty succumbs to the effects of time and weather, we’re reminded that once again, the seasons are changing. With short, dark November days upon us, it’s time to wrap up the work around the yard and put your garden beds to sleep for the winter.
In the short hours of daylight we have to work with this time of year, here are a few things to accomplish around the yard in preparation for a new season.
Although we haven’t yet had our rst frost of the season, make no mistake: winter is coming, and it’s anybody’s guess what kind of weather we’ll have.
Although last winter was for the most part relatively mild, that one week of bitter cold weather in early January damaged and killed a lot of plants in yards around northern Whatcom County — even those which are normally very hardy.
To start winter preparations for protecting your plants, dig up and store any tender summer-blooming bulbs and tubers like dahlias. Now, you may have a protected, well-drained garden that allows you to
overwinter dahlia tubers in the ground without any ill e ects.
Or maybe you’ve struggled with overwintering dahlias properly in storage and prefer to just take the risk by leaving them in the ground.
Whatever the reason, if you choose to leave your tubers in the ground, I recommend mulching them with a heavy layer of grass clippings, mulched leaves, or some other organic matter to insulate the ground from hard freezes.
In the spring, remove the mulch prior to the plants sprouting and compost or spread the mulch around your garden to enrich your soil.
Next, prepare for protecting your roses this winter. Although it’s rare that we have a hard enough freeze to kill roses, last winter’s January cold snap killed more rose bushes than I’ve ever heard of around here, so I recommend applying a heavy layer of bark mulch or compost around the base of your roses prior to a deep freeze, particularly paying attention to cover and protect the graft at the base of the plant where the main branches sprout.
Because most garden roses are grafted, it’s essential to insulate that portion of the plant for the best winter protection. Additionally, protect your roses from the damaging winds of winter by cutting the plants back, which helps reduce the movement of branches blowing in the wind, potentially cracking or breaking canes.
Don’t cut your plants back too hard at this time — I usually leave my plants at least a foot and a half tall — but giving them a good haircut will greatly help them withstand the e ects of a blustery windstorm.
ird, nd a dry and preferably sunny day (challenging as that may be!) to spray your broadleaf evergreens and any tender plants with a protecting coating of Wilt Stop spray. Last winter’s freeze proved once again that at least in northern Whatcom County, our worst winter damage is caused not so much by the cold itself as the freeze-drying e ect of the northeast winds.
To protect plants like rhododendrons, azaleas, pieris and other broadleaf evergreen shrubs and perennials from drying winter winds, I’ve had great success with using an anti-desiccant like Wilt Stop, which is made from pine resin and forms a protective waxy coating that seals moisture into plant leaves and buds through winter.
If you have plants that always seem
to spend half the spring recovering from winter damage or never bloom like they should thanks to a winter freeze, try spraying them with Wilt Stop before winter sets in — you’ll thank yourself next spring when your plants look lush and healthy! Finally, as the last piles of leaves settle for the season, be sure to rake o your lawn in preparation for winter. Although leaf piles in owerbeds don’t pose any major risk to your plants other than potentially harboring garden pests like insects or slugs, leaves left piled on your grass spell certain die-out of your lawn over winter, so be sure to clean up fallen leaves before they turn into a wet, grass-smothering mat. And if you haven’t yet applied your fall and winter lawn fertilizer, it’s not too late to do so — I usually time my last application for mid- to late-November, which helps build strong roots over the winter months, ensuring a better recovery in spring. With the fading days of late autumn, we nd ourselves turning inside to warmth and light, and the rhythm of the season changes once again. As you put your garden to bed for a winter’s rest, may you nd joy re ecting on the beauty that the garden produced and gratitude for the gift of another year working the soil.
-- David Vos is manager of Vander Giessen Nursery Inc. of Lynden
Benchmark down 49 cents from September, but $6.01 above Oct. 2023
e October Federal order Class III milk price headed down. e Agriculture Department announced the benchmark price at $22.85 per hundredweight (cwt.), is down 49 cents from September but $6.01 above October 2023. e 10-month average is $18.82, up from $17.10 a year ago, but compares to $22.20 in 2022. Friday’s Class III futures settlements portended a November Class III of $20.03; December, $19.07; January 2025, $19.13; and February was at $19.27 per cwt.
e October Class IV price is $20.90, down $1.39 from September, 59 cents below a year ago, and the lowest Class IV in ve months. Its average stands at $20.71, up from $18.93 a year ago, and compares to $24.82 in 2022.
U.S. dairy farmers eked out a small increase in milk production in August and September, according to USADA’s preliminary data, after seeing output lag year
ago levels in 12 of the previous 13 months.
September output was reported at 18.2 billion pounds, up 0.1% from Sept. 2023. e 24-State total, at 17.5 billion pounds, was up 0.2%. Component adjusted production was up 1.6%, according to StoneX Dairy Group.
August output in the 50 states was revised up 89 million pounds from last month’s report, resulting in production being up 0.4%, instead of the 0.1% decrease originally reported. e 24-state total was raised 85 million pounds, resulting in a 0.5% gain from a year ago, instead of the 0.1% increase reported. September cows totaled 9.328 million head, unchanged from the August count, which was revised up 3,000 head, but was 38,000 or 0.4% below Sept. 2023. e 24-State count, at 8.887 million, was also unchanged from August, which was revised up 9,000 head, but was 20,000 or 0.2% below a year ago.
Output per cow in the 50 states averaged 1,950 pounds, up nine pounds or 0.5% from a year ago.
e 24-State average, at 1,966 pounds, was up eight pounds or 0.4% from a year ago.
HighGround Dairy points out “ e most substantial growth came from Texas and Kansas where cheese capacity is being added, plus Idaho and South Dakota. Idaho’s totals have been up for three consecutive months, recovering from the year on
year decreases earlier in 2024 due to avian in uenza.” California, where the
in uenza has spread rapidly, saw milk production still rise 1 million pounds, virtually unchanged from
a year ago. Cow numbers were down 4,000 head but output per cow was up ve pounds.
Wisconsin was down 14 million pounds or 0.5%
See Mielke on A8
• Plan ahead by asking yourself how you’ll use certain dishes if they’re not gobbled up. Beyond the infamous turkey sandwich, simple side dishes like vegetables can be repurposed into frittatas, soups, or mixed into rice bowls.
• Carrot, ginger, apple and potato skins can offer additional
and minerals if left on. Save yourself a prep step and don’t peel, just make sure to thoroughly wash before adding in to your recipes.
• Pack up extras as mini-meals in reusable containers to send home with guests as an encore for Black Friday/Boxing Day.
• Use the bones of your meat dish to create a nice stock for future meals.
• Most remaining food scraps can be tossed into a compost bin to make nutrient-rich soil for your garden.
David Vos
Lee Mielke
This photograph of fallen leaves is a reminder that it’s important to clear the last of autumn’s leaves o your lawn before winter sets in to keep your grass healthy through winter. (Photo courtesy David Vos)
Barn Buddies 4-H Club elects new officers
from a year ago, on 4,000 fewer cows and 5 pounds less per cow.
e Daily Dairy Report blamed poor forage quality.
Colorado output was up 1.4%, on a 10 pound gain per cow, while cow numbers were down 2,000 head.
Idaho was up 1.8% on 7,000 more cows and a 15-pound gain per cow. Both states had battled the bird u.
Michigan was down 0.9% on 3,000 fewer cows and a ve-pound drop. Minnesota was down 2.0% on 9,000 fewer cows. Output per cow was unchanged. New York was up 1.2% on a 25 pound increase per cow. Cow numbers were unchanged.
New Mexico again showed the biggest loss, down 9.1%, on a drop of 26,000 cows, although output per cow was up 15 pounds. South Dakota posted the biggest increase, up 7.9%, thanks to 16,000 more cows, though output per cow was down ve pounds.
Oregon was down 1.9% on 2,000 fewer cows. Output per cow was unchanged. Pennsylvania was up 0.1% on a ve-pound gain per cow. Cow numbers were down 1,000 head. Texas was up 4.9%, thanks
to 20,000 more cows and a 35-pound gain per cow. Washington State was o 0.2% on a 20-pound loss per cow. Cow numbers were up 2,000 head.
DMN warns “California farmers are experiencing herd health issues, contributing to the state seeing weaker volumes at the farm level.”
ere have been 140 new cases of avian in uenza in the last 30 days, according to USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service.
And while some contacts tell DMN that component percentages are currently in line with spring ush levels, my ear to the rail is hearing devastating declines in milk output and cow health and breeding issues. is no doubt will show up in the next Milk Production report and will have a tremendous impact for many years to come.
Meanwhile, Utah has joined the list of states dealing with the bird u.
Cash block cheese closed Friday at $1.72 per pound, down 11.75 cents on the week, lowest CME price since April 19, but was still 12 cents above a year ago.
e barrels nished at $1.7675, down a dime on the week, also the lowest
since April 19, 11.75 cents above a year ago, and an inverted 4.75 cents above the blocks.
Midwest cheesemakers tell Dairy Market News that demand remains about the same and ranges from seasonally slow to very active. Some Italian style cheesemakers were turning away bids. Cheese production is ticking up and some plants are running full schedules. Milk availability is somewhat snug in the region. Mid-week prices were reported from 50 cents to $1.50-over Class III. Last year, they ranged from 25 cents to $1.25-over Class, according to DMN.
Western milk demand remains strong from cheesemakers, though some parts are nding less milk available. Production is strong with the anksgiving holiday getting closer, while others say output is steady. Retail demand is steady, food service demand steady to lighter, and International buying is steady, says DMN.
Butter closed Friday at $2.65 per pound, down two cents on the week but ve cents above a year ago when it plunged almost 51 cents to $2.60.
Contacts contend market price downturns since the $3 per pound plus prices earlier in mid-September to the recent prices at around the $2.70 have created hesitation. Cream availability remains widely available. Plants are turning away offers from cream suppliers at multiples that, during previous years at this time, would be considered a bargain.
Butter production in the West is steady to strong. Retail and food service continues receiving a heavier focus. Cream remains plentiful and cream multiples are comparatively lower than in 2023. Retail demand varies from steady to stronger, while food service is steady to lighter.
Grade A nonfat dry milk climbed to $1.3950 per pound Tuesday, highest since Sept. 11, but closed the week at $1.3875, a penny higher, and 18.75 cents above a year ago.
Dry whey closed Friday at 63 cents per pound, up 2.50 cents on the week, highest since April 22, 2022, and 23.25 cents above a year ago.
By Genevieve Têtu and Brooklyn Hallberg For the Tribune
rst business meeting of the new 4-H year. At this meeting, members voted in new club ocers. Newly elected President, Brooklyn Hallberg will lead business meetings. Vice President Annaliese Boersma will lead meetings when the president isn’t in attendance. Secretary Addison VanderVeen will write meeting minutes. Treasurer Conner Curry will keep nancial records and deposits income.
Co-correspondence secretaries Olivia Brown and Paityn Allen will write correspondence, such as thank you notes. Co-sergeant At Arms’ Tyson Phillips, Londyn McConnell, Micah Louws and Cooper Korthuis will help set up the meeting room and help members and guests.
Photographer Norah Allen will submit pictures she has taken to the media. Publications Committee members Brooklyn Hallberg, Genevieve Têtu, Norah Allen and Paityn Allen work together to write about 4-H activities and send monthly reports to the media.
President Brooklyn Hallberg is 17 years old and has been in 4-H for one year. She has participated in various 4-H events at the Northwest Washington Fair. At the Whatcom County Youth Fair, she has shown a Holstein dairy heifer through Barn Buddies 4-H Club. She is excited to lead business meetings and connect with members.
Secretary Addison VanderVeen is 17 years old and has been in 4-H for nine years. In her previous 4-H Club, she was also the secretary. She has entered arts and crafts and shown goats and chickens at the NWWF. After not being in a 4-H club for a
while, she said she is excited to help the club and be involved in 4-H again.
Co-correspondence Secretary Paityn Allen is 9 years old and has been in 4-H for two years. She has previously been the Barn Buddies cosecretary with Norah Allen and the sergeant at arms. Her favorite part of 4-H was getting to participate in the 4-H Clover Parade at the NWWF. She said she is happy to work with Olivia Brown and write cards to people in the community.
Photographer Norah Allen is 11 years old and has been in 4-H for two years. She has been the Barn Buddies reporter and co-secretary. Volunteering at the Small Animal Experience at the NWWF has been a highlight of her 4-H journey. She loves to take pictures and looks forward to improving her photography skills.
Publications Committee Member Genevieve Têtu is 9 years old and has been in 4-H for one year. She has done a public presentation and hopes to do more presentations through 4-H in the future. She loves to write and said she is excited to interview people in her new position. Her favorite parts of 4-H are attending business meetings, making motions, and voting on them.
O cers are a key part of the success and organization of a 4-H Club. As o cers, they get to be role models to younger members, improve their leadership abilities, and become stronger communicators.
Barn Buddies 4-H Club o cers are thankful for 4-H leaders, volunteers and community members that make this organization an exciting and educational experience for all.
-- Genevieve Têtu and Brooklyn Hallberg are Barn Buddies 4-H Club publications committee members
from 2.79 in August, and compares to 1.88 in Sept. 2023. e index is based on the current milk price in relationship to feed prices for a ration consisting of 51% corn, 8% soybeans and 41% alfalfa hay. One pound of milk would purchase three pounds of dairy feed of that blend.
e All Milk Price averaged $25.50 per cwt., with a 4.15% butterfat test, up $1.90 from August, which had a 4.09 test, and was $4.60 above Sept. 2023, which had a 4.08% test. It is at the highest level since Oct. 2022.
e national corn price averaged $3.98 per bushel, up 14 cents from August but $1.23 below a year ago. is is the rst time since May that feed costs were up.
Soybeans averaged $10.20 per bushel, down a dime from August and $3.00 per bushel below a year ago.
Alfalfa hay averaged $172 per ton, down $3 from August and $53 per ton below a year ago.
est level since September 2014 at $16.99 per cwt. and were $1.85 per cwt. above August, according to dairy economist Bill Brooks, of Stoneheart Consulting in Dearborn, Missouri.
“Income over feed costs in September were just short of the record high set in September 2014 at $17.03,” he said, “and above the $8 per cwt. level needed for steady to higher milk production for the eleventh month in a row. Input prices were mostly lower in September with all three remaining in the top eleven for September all-time. Feed costs were the ninth highest ever for the month of September and increased ve cents per hundredweight from August.”
Midwest butter makers report that retail orders are in line with previous years during the holiday run up but food service demand remains somewhat hushed.
A higher All Milk Price and lower soybean prices nudged the September milk feed price ratio higher, advancing for the seventh time in the past eight months. e USDA’s latest Ag Prices report shows the September ratio at 3.00, up
Looking at the cow side of the ledger; the September average cull price for beef and dairy combined was at $136 per cwt., down $6 from August, but $22 above September 2023, and $64.40 above the 2011 base average.
Milk production margins moved to the high-
“Milk income over feed costs for 2024, (using Oct. 31 CME settling futures prices for Class III milk, corn, and soybeans plus the Stoneheart forecast for alfalfa hay) are expected to be $13.53 per cwt., a loss of 41 cents per cwt. versus last month’s estimate. Income over feed in 2024 would be above the level needed to maintain or grow milk output and up $5.53 from 2023’s level,” says Brooks. -- Lee Mielke is a syndicated broadcast journalist who writes his monthly column Mielke Market that appears in the Lynden Tribune in Country Life.
Barn Buddies 4-H Club Treasurer Conner Curry, left, and President Brooklyn Hallberg at a financial meeting in October with club leaders. (Photo courtesy Debbie VanderVeen)
Meridian
Joe Kramer Sports Editor
Trojans and Lyncs advance to state playo s, Lynden’s season ends in districts WHATCOM — Lynden Christian and Meridian were the sole North Whatcom County volleyball teams to advance to the state playo s over the week.
Lynden Christian earned their state berth with a 3-0 victory over Granite Falls in the crossover
KRAMER’S KORNER
round, winning 25-17, 25-11, 2513. e Lyncs displayed a balanced attack, led by Etta DeJong and Allison Wright with 10 kills each. Jocelyn Eshuis added 9 kills, while Tyra Dykstra and Danya Dykstra contributed 4 and 5 kills, respectively. Defensively, Allison Wright led with 2.5 blocks, and Etta DeJong added one. Lyla Parriera anchored the back row with 8 digs, while Ellie Meyer and Ella Fritts chipped in 8 and 10 digs, respectively. At the service line, Ellie Meyer tallied 5 aces.
Setter Ella Fritts orchestrated the o ense with 38 assists. Lynden Christian will square o against Stevenson at 2:30 p.m.
Containing Colton Lentz
With 28 touchdowns and a 7.3-yard average, senior anchors a Nooksack o ense that averages 34 points per game, poses an imposing challenge for 1A defenses heading into the state playo s
Joe Kramer Sports Editor
EVERSON — As Nooksack prepares for its third consecutive trip to the state playo s, the top teams in the state will face the imposing challenge of containing the Pioneers’ running game, spearheaded by senior running back Colton Lentz. Lentz leads North Whatcom
All three North Whatcom teams fall one victory short of trip to state playo s
Joe Kramer Sports Editor
Lynden Christian volleyball advanced to the state playo s with a 3-0 win over Granite Falls
(Dennis Cairns for the Tribune)
Lynden girls soccer was eliminated from the district playo s last week (Dennis Cairns for the Tribune)
Football: LC, Lynden & NV advance
completing all eight of his pass attempts for 135 yards and a touchdown before Lynden turned to its backups. Sophomore Lukas Lalji took over under center and continued the Lions’ aerial success, going three-for-four for 28 yards and two touchdowns.
e Lions were equally dominant on the ground, racking up 285 rushing yards on just 26 attempts. Lalji also contributed with his legs, rushing for 83 yards and a touchdown, while junior Maximus Assink led the charge with 128 yards on nine carries. Defensively, Lynden’s second-
ary shone with three interceptions and held Nathan Hale to just 202 yards of total o ense. e win propelled the Lions to No. 3 in the 2A state rankings and they will face No. 17-ranked Fife (7-3) on Nov. 16 at 2 p.m. at Ferndale High School.
Lynden Christian’s playo opener was equally decisive, as the Lyncs blanked King’s Way Christian 49-0 on Nov. 10. Junior quarterback Eli Maberry completed 16 of 19 passes for 270 yards and three touchdowns.
secured its rst shutout of the season and forced three interceptions and sti ed King’s Way at every turn.
Ranked No. 6 in the state, the Lyncs will face Cascade Christian (7-3) in the rst round of the playo s on Nov. 16 at 1 p.m. at Blaine High School. A victory would set the Lyncs into a second-round matchup against No. 1-seeded Royal, the defending state champions.
Senior running back Colby Martin led the ground game with 53 yards on 11 carries. Junior quarterback Evan Brown completed 25 of 35 passes for 263 yards.
e Pioneers will face Zillah in the rst round on Nov. 16 at Civic Field at 4 p.m., with a potential second-round matchup against Cashmere awaiting them.
While three teams advanced, Ferndale and Mount Baker saw their seasons come to a close.
Lynden defeated Nathan Hale 66-7 on Nov. 8 and advanced to the 2A state playo s (Joe Kramer/Lynden Tribune)
ing yards on 25 carries, but three interceptions thrown by junior quarterback Nolan Boleak proved costly.
Ferndale’s run-heavy o ense totaled 207 rushing yards on 57 carries but couldn’t recover from turnovers. Mount Baker, meanwhile, lost a hard-fought battle to Zillah, 41-28, at Andy Collins Memorial Field.
e Lyncs’ ground game complemented Maberry’s e ciency, contributing 158 yards on 32 carries. Meanwhile, the defense
Nooksack Valley punched their ticket to state with a 26-3 win over Lakeside (Nine Mile).
e Pioneers relied on a balanced o ensive attack and rushed for 119 yards on 21 attempts.
Ferndale fell to Federal Way 38-10 and missed out on a state playo berth.
e Golden Eagles defense held Federal Way to just 53 rush-
The player spotlight goes to Lynden Christian junior quarterback Eli Maberry, who played a key role in LC’s 49-0 win over King’s Way. He went 16-19 with 270 yards and three touchdowns.
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e Mountaineers’ passing attack showed promise with 180 yards through the air, and kept the game tied at halftime.
However, Zillah outscored Mount Baker 20-7 in the second half and brought the Mountaineers’ season to an end.
Continued from B1
Lynden Christian defeated King’s Way 49-0 on Nov. 9 and advanced to the state playo s (Dennis Cairns for the Tribune)
Lentz: Nooksack Valley enters state ranked No.
running backs in touchdowns with 28 and is averaging 7.3 yards per attempt. WhatcomPreps lists him at 6’2” and 215 pounds—a frame that is both powerful and athletic, with much of his weight attributed to welldeveloped muscle. His physical presence sets him apart as a dominant force on the eld. He’s committed to continue his football career at the University of Montana.
If anyone is going to stand in Nooksack’s way of claiming the state championship, they will certainly need to nd a way to contain him. In the conference championship game against Lynden Christian, Lentz rushed for ve touchdowns and carried the Pioneers' o ense to the win.
Lentz’s running ability is supported by a stellar o ensive line that he and head coach Craig Bartl are quick to highlight in the face of his gaudy rushing numbers. However, it’s clear from watching him that it’s hard for any tackler to bring him down without a clean, direct tackle because of his strength and speed. Most defenders struggle to catch him, and even those who manage to meet him head-on often fail to bring him down without help. It seems the only way to stop him is to have multiple tacklers converge or for a defender of equal size and speed to deliver a perfect hit. At his size, it’s rare to see anyone in 1A football match up to his strength and speed. Most linebackers and defensive backs in this classi cation weigh signi cantly less and often lack the combination of physicality and speed needed to counter Lentz in one-on-one situations.
Even linemen who match his size tend to lack his quickness, leaving most
defenders struggling to catch him or deliver a solid tackle.
Nooksack’s o ense, powered by Lentz and supported by a balanced passing attack, has averaged 34 points per game this season—a testament to their dominance. e question remains for 1A teams going up against Nooksack Valley: how do you stop a power back with speed?
e team that had the most success against Lentz and Nooksack’s o ense was Tumwater, where the Pioneers lost to the No. 1 ranked 2A team, 49-12, on Sept. 27. Lentz was held to 40 rushing yards on 16 carries as the underbirds countered the Nooksack running game with size
and strength. Tumwater’s defense has four shutout wins this season, and its players are generally larger and more physical than what Nooksack Valley encounters in 1A football. So, what can 1A teams learn from Tumwater? While most 1A teams lack the size and depth of a powerhouse like the underbirds, they could consider an aggressive defensive strategy tailored to stop the run.
One approach worth exploring is the 4-6 defense, popularized by Buddy Ryan with the 1985 Chicago Bears. is scheme uses four defensive linemen and six second-level players, including linebackers and safeties, stationed closer
to the line of scrimmage. e goal is to overload the o ensive line, disrupt running plays before they can develop, and force o enses to beat them through the air. In this setup, two linebackers can be positioned on the line of scrimmage as additional edge rushers or run-stoppers. is creates a scenario where Lentz would have to power through a wall of defenders to gain yardage. e remaining linebacker and safeties patrol the backeld, ready to ll gaps or cover passing threats. However, the 4-6 defense has its drawbacks. Its aggressive nature leaves it vulnerable to big plays, particularly in the passing game. Nooksack’s junior
quarterback, Evan Brown, has a 56% completion percentage with 13 touchdowns and two interceptions. ose numbers indicate that the Pioneers have enough of a passing threat to exploit defenses that over-commit to stopping the run. Still, for a defense to have any chance against Lentz, they may need to adopt a mindset of, “We’re not going to let this player beat us. If we’re going to lose, it won’t be because of him.” is strategy neutralizes Nooksack’s biggest threat, even if it risks exposing weaknesses elsewhere.
e challenge for most 1A teams is overhauling their defensive scheme in just one week.
While a strategy like the 4-6 defense could theoretically be e ective, it requires signi cant preparation and the right personnel to execute. For most teams, sticking to their strengths and making minor adjustments might be the more practical approach. As for Nooksack Valley, they’ll aim to carry their dominant o ensive momentum into the beginning of their state playo s journey against Zillah (8-2) on Nov. 16 at 4 p.m. at Civic Field in Bellingham. Lentz’s performance will be a focal point as Nooksack enters the state playo s, with 1A defenses facing the tall task of trying to contain him.
Meridian and LC volleyball move on to SunDome
Continued from B1
on Friday in the opening round of the state tournament at the Yakima SunDome.
Meridian also secured a spot in the state tournament with a 3-0 win over Eastside Prep, delivering set scores of 25-13, 25-10, and 25-13.
Sophomore Amelia Koning had a strong showing at the service line with ve aces, while freshman Melanie Short led the attack with 11 kills and eight digs. Eden Bernardy contributed across the board with 12 digs, three aces, and ve kills.
Senior Grace Wells facilitated the o ense with 21 assists, and junior Gracie Pap added six kills while hitting an impressive percentage. e Trojans’ depth showed as multiple players, including Rylan Bernardy and Kinsley Neal, chipped in with four aces each. Meridian will begin their state tournament campaign at the Yakima SunDome, where they face e Bear Creek School in the opening round on Friday at 10:45 a.m.
Lynden volleyball entered the district playo s as the No. 2 seed with a 14-2 record, but their season ended in the district playo s with no state berth.
ey lost to Sehome 3-1 on Nov. 7 at Meridian High School. e Lions were led by sophomore Finley Parcher who nished with 17 kills and 18 digs. Junior Rian Stephan added 9 kills, 11 digs and four aces. Freshman setter Izzie Stephan handed out 27 assists. Junior libero Campbell DeJong anchored the defense with 23 digs.
Lynden responded earlier in the playo s with a 3-0 win over Lakewood to keep their season alive but ultimately fell two wins short of returning to state.
Nooksack Valley senior running back Colton Lentz leads Whatcom County rushers with 28 touchdowns on the season (Joe Kramer/Lynden Tribune)
Meridian advanced to the state playo s with a 3-0 win over Eastside Prep (Joe Kramer/Lynden Tribune)
Lynden Christian volleyball advanced to the state playo s with a 3-0 win over Granite Falls
(Dennis Cairns for the Tribune)
GIVEN that a public hearing on the City of Nooksack’s 2025 Preliminary Budget will be held on November 18, 2024 at 7:00pm. The Preliminary 2025 budget has been filed with the clerk and may be examined at the clerk’s office, 103 W Madison St after November 20, 2024. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the public hearing on the final 2025 budget will be held on December 2, 2024. For interested parties the meetings will be held via zoom, information in regards to the zoom meetings will be available on the city website cityofnooksack.com.
Monica King Clerk Treasurer, City of Nooksack Published November 13 & 20, 2024 Sumas LEGAL
CITY OF SUMAS NOTICE OF SEPA AVAILABILITY DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE (DNS)
Description of proposal: Subdivision of two properties totaling approximately 2.85 acres into 18 residential lots. The proposal also includes a request for approval of a subdivision variance to allow a portion of the development to include a street right-of-way width and associated roadway improvements below City standards. The proposal also includes a request for approval of a conditional use permit to allow for the construction of six pairs of attached single-family homes, creating a total of 12 units.
Proponent: Jason Heutink Location of proposal: West side of Sumas Avenue and east side of Highway 9, Sumas, WA 98295. The properties are located in the Residential, High-Density and Business, General Zoning Districts within the NE ¼ of NE ¼ of Section 03, T 40 N, R 04 E of W.M. The Whatcom County Assessor’s parcel numbers are 400403 572521 and 400403 561531. Lead agency: City of Sumas
The lead agency for this nonproject proposal has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. An environmental impact statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2) (c). This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency. This information is available to the public on request.
This DNS is issued under WAC 197-11-340(2). The lead agency will not act on this proposal for fourteen days from the date of issuance of this determination.
Comments must be received by November 19, 2024. There is no local agency appeal of this determination.
Responsible official: Mayor Bruce Bosch Address: 433 Cherry Street, PO Box 9, Sumas, WA 98295
Phone: (360) 988-5711
Date of issue: November 5, 2024
Published November 13, 2024
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the Sumas City Council will hold a public hearing on Monday, November 25, 2024, at 7:00pm in council chambers located at 433 Cherry Street, for the 2025 Final Budget Hearing. All interested parties wishing to comment may appear in person at that time. Written comments will be accepted until 4:00pm, Monday, November 25th. Mollie Bost Finance Director
Published November 13 & 20, 2024
Ferndale
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CITY OF FERNDALE
NOTICE OF NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING
Notice is hereby given that the City of Ferndale will hold a public neighborhood meeting, in accordance with FMC 18.94.010.A, for the new Ferndale City Hall. The applicant, the City of Ferndale, proposes to construct a new, 19,000 square foot (approx.) City Hall and Municipal Court Building on cityowned property in the Public/Institutional (PI) zone, and addressed as 2113 Main Street – next to the City Hall. The neighborhood meeting will take place on November 25th, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. in the Main Conference Room in City Hall, located at 2095 Main Street, Ferndale, WA. For further information regarding this notice, please contact Jori Burnett at the City of Ferndale at 2095 Main Street, or call (360) 685-2351.
Published November 13, 2024
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the City of Ferndale’s 2025 Preliminary Budget has been filed with the City Clerk. A copy thereof will be furnished to any taxpayer who requests it by contacting the City Clerk. Ferndale City Council will hold a public hearing on Monday, December 2, 2024 to consider the final budget for 2025. The hearing will be held at the City Hall Annex Building/Council Chambers, located at 5694 Second Avenue, beginning at 5:00 p.m. Any taxpayers may appear thereat and be heard for or against any part of the ordinance. Public comments may also be submitted via email to susanduncan@cityofferndale.org. Documents may be viewed at www.cityofferndale.org.
Susan Duncan City Clerk
Published November 13 & 20, 2024
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TS #: 23-64814
Title Order #: 230171869-WAMSI
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE
Grantor: BOBBY JERRY MILLS, AND BETTY CHARLENE MILLS, HUSBAND AND WIFE
Current beneficiary of the deed of trust: Carrington Mortgage Services LLC Current trustee of the deed of trust: North Star Trustee, LLC Current mortgage servicer for the deed of trust: Carrington Mortgage Services LLC Reference number of the deed of trust: 2081100761 Parcel Number(s): 4001230203140000 / 4001230203140000-00
I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, North Star Trustee, LLC will on 12/13/2024, at 10:00 AM at main entrance Whatcom County Courthouse, 311 Grand Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225 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 A OF CHERYL SHORT PLAT, AS PER THE MAP THEREOF, RECORDED IN VOLUME 5 OF SHORT PLATS, PAGE 27, UNDER AUDITOR’S FILE NO. 1356429, RECORDS OF WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON. TOGETHER WITH MANUFACTURED HOME MODEL YEAR 2000, MANUFACTURER REDMAN, MODEL NUMBER 4563N, DOUBLE WIDE, SERIAL NUMBER 11827842AB, AND HUD TAG NUMBERS ORE407314 & ORE407315 WHICH BY INTENTION OF THE PARTIES SHALL CONSTITUTE A PART OF THE REALTY AND SHALL PASS WITH IT. LAND & HOUSE WHICH IS AFFIXED TO AND MADE PART OF THE REAL PROPERTY. Commonly known as: 8336 VALLEY VIEW RD CUSTER, WASHINGTON 982409409 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 10/24/2008, recorded 11/10/2008, as Instrument No. 2081100761. The subject Deed of Trust was modified by Loan Modification Agreement recorded as Instrument 2130500531 and recorded on 05/03/2013. The subject Deed of Trust was further modified by reformation action that recorded as instrument 2024-0702082 and recorded on 7/26/2024 records of Whatcom County, Washington, from BOBBY JERRY MILLS, AND BETTY CHARLENE MILLS, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Grantor(s), to LS TITLE OF WASHINGTON, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), AS DESIGNATED NOMINEE FOR COUNTRYWIDE BANK, FSB, BENEFICIARY OF THE SECURITY INSTRUMENT, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned to Carrington Mortgage Services LLC, under an Assignment recorded under Auditor’s File No. 2018-1100369.
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 12/1/2022
THRU 09/30/2023
NO.PMT 10 AMOUNT $1,262.21
TOTAL $12,622.10 FROM 10/1/2023 THRU 08/14/2024
NO.PMT 11 AMOUNT $1,277.75 TOTAL $14,055.25 Corporate Advances: $3,903.32
LATE CHARGE INFORMATION TOTAL LATE CHARGES TOTAL $360.04
PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMA-
TION Note Dated: 10/24/2008
Note Amount: $175,835.00
Interest Paid To: 11/1/2022
Next Due Date: 12/1/2022
IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal $138,126.39, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured from 11/1/2022, and such other costs and fees as are due under the note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. V. The above-described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. The sale will be made without warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances on 12/13/2024. The default(s) referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 12/2/2024, (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before 12/2/2024 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashiers or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the 12/2/2024 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor 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. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following addresses:
BETTY C. MILLS AKA BETTY CHARLENE MILLS 2417 HEIGHTS DRIVE FERNDALE, WA 98248
C. MILLS AKA BETTY
MILLS 8336 VALLEY VIEW
CUSTER, WA 98240-9409 BOBBY J. MILLS AKA BOBBY JERRY MILLS 2417 HEIGHTS DRIVE FERNDALE, WA 98248 BOBBY J. MILLS AKA BOBBY JERRY MILLS 8336 VALLEY VIEW RD CUSTER, WA 98240-9409 by both first class and certified mail on 6/26/2023, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served 6/24/2023, 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
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probate and non-probate assets. Date of First Publication: October 30, 2024 Administrator: Nora J. Gessner c/o Nicole L. Terpstra, Attorney 709 Grover Street Lynden, WA 98264 Attorney for the Administrator:
Nicole L. Terpstra, Atty WSBA
#32974 Terpstra Law, PLLC 709 Grover Street Lynden, WA 98264
Address for Mailing or Service: Terpstra Law, PLLC 709 Grover Street Lynden, WA 98264
Published October 30 & November 6, 13, 2024
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IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF WHATCOM
ESTATE OF: Gary Friesen, Deceased. NO. 24-4-00923-37 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) YOU ARE NOTIFIED that on October 18, 2024, James Christofferson was appointed as Personal Representative of the estate of Gary Friesen. Any person who has a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney, at the address stated below, a copy of the claim with the Court. The claim must be presented with
the later of (1) thirty days after the co-personal representatives served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)c; 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, however, as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.0511 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of first publication. Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Lesa Starkenburg-Kroontje
WSBA# 21843 Attorney for James Christofferson, Personal Representative
Published November 13, 20 & 27, 2024
Public Notice
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The Board of Fire Commissioners for WCFD#17 will hold their 2025 public budget hearing at 7:00 pm on Thursday, November 14th, 2024 at the district’s office located at 4332 Sucia Drive, Ferndale, WA. 98248. Copies of the proposed budget will be available prior to the meeting at the district office during normal business hours. Published November 6 & 13, 2024
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FC#: 8300.00067 APN: 400112 445128 0000 Abrev Legal: LOT 3, AM PATTERSON SHORT PLAN NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND FORECLOSURE SALE WHEREAS, on November 1, 2011, a certain Mortgage Deed of Trust in the amount of $337,500.00 was executed by ESLEY E TATE & DORRIS TATE as trustors in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEM INC. (“MERS”), AS BENEFICIARY, ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR URBAN FINANCIAL GROUP INC. as beneficiary, and was recorded on December 1, 2011, as Instrument No. 2111200109, in the Office of the Recorder of WHATCOM County, WA; and WHEREAS, the Mortgage Deed of Trust was insured by the United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (“Secretary” or “HUD”) pursuant to the National Housing Act for the purpose of providing single family housing; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest in the Mortgage Deed of Trust is now owned by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, pursuant to the following assignment: Corporate Assignment of Deed of Trust from MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”) AS DESIGNATED NOMINEE FOR URBAN FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. in favor of SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT dated 08/08/2018, recorded on 09/14/2018, as Instrument No. 2018-0901152, in the office of the Recorder of WHATCOM County, WA; and WHEREAS, the entire amount delinquent as of October 4, 2024 is $348,334.18; and WHEREAS, by virtue of this default, the Secretary has declared the entire amount of the indebtedness secured by the Mortgage Deed of Trust to be immediately due and payable; NOW THEREFORE, pursuant to powers vested in me by the Single-Family Mortgage Foreclosure Act of 1994, 12 U.S.C. 3751 et seq., by 24 CFR part 27, subpart B (the “Act”), and by the Secretary’s designation of me as Foreclosure Commissioner, which is recorded herewith, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on November 22, 2024 at 10:00 AM local time,
all real and personal property at or used in connection with the following described premises (“Property”) will be sold at public auction to the highest bidder: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: PARCEL A: LOT 3 AS DELINEATED ON AMENDED PATTERSON SHORT PLAT, RECORDED UNDER WHATCOM COUNTY AUDITOR’S FILE NO. 1285920, BEING A PORTION OF THE EAST HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 1 EAST OF W.M., EXCEPT THAT PORTION, IF ANY, LYING WITHIN THE NORTH HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 12. PARCEL B: A 60FOOT EASEMENT FOR INGRESS, EGRESS AND UTILITIES AS DELINEATED ON AMENDED PATTERSON SHORT PLAT, RECORDED UNDER WHATCOM COUNTY AUDITOR’S FILE NO. 1285920. Purportedly known as: 2569 HAYNIE RD, CUSTER, WA 98240
The sale will be held at: at the main entrance to the Whatcom County Courthouse, 311 Grand Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225
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Applegrove Junction Antiques-Buy & Sell
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DeWaard & Bode
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Outlet Store: 4175 Hannegan Road B’ham
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Hinton Chevrolet
8139 Guide Meridian Rd, Lynden • 866-230-4195
Imhof Automotive
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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
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Pete’s Auto Repair LLC
6209 Portal Way, Ferndale
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Point S Zylstra Tire
501 Grover St., Lynden • 360-354-4493
Vavra Auto Body
411 Nooksack Ave, Nooksack • 360-966-4444
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BAKERIES
Lynden Dutch Bakery
421 Front St., Lynden
360-354-3911
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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
505 Front St. Ste 210, Lynden • Branch #2617457 NMLS #891464 / 422225
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, RICP® Financial Representative
Josh Hungerford, CRPC© Insurance Agent 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
PORTABLE TOILETS
LJ Portables, Inc.
Mark Mellema • 360-398-7353 www.liljohnsanitary.net
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 Lynden Nutrition Center 527 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-4884