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EATONVILLE HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1963 HOSTS REUNION

Back-to-school checklist for Eatonville School District

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1. MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR OPEN HOUSE

Open House is a time to meet your child's teacher, learn more about the campus and drop off school supplies.

EHS will be Thursday, Aug. 31 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

CCA, EES and WEST will be Tuesday, Sept. 5 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. EMS will be Tuesday, Sept. 5 from 6-7 p.m.

2. DOWNLOAD THE DISTRICT CALENDAR

The first day of school is Wednesday, Sept. 6 for students in grades 1-12.

The first day is a NON-Late Start. The first day for preschool, transitional kindergarten and kindergarten is on Monday, Sept. 11.

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sitting; Sandy Urich (‘64) (Clevenger); Bill Noe (‘63); Donna Raysbrook (‘63) (Rahier); and Edwinna Curtis (‘63) (Van Eaton)

From left: Dennis Clevenger (‘62); Joella Oldfield (‘63),

Standing: David Predmore (‘62); Rod Swanson (‘62); and Dennis Coleman (‘62) Back row: Cheryl He ey (‘63)

(Parrish); Suzanne Dawkins (‘63) (Lustie); LaNorma Borden (‘63) (Predmore); Everett Hale (‘62) Not pictured but attending: Diana Norman (‘63) (Buti); Rich Cope (‘63); Forrest Covington (‘63); Eileen Kempf ('63) (Steffanson); and Fred Hackman (‘63)

Announcing! - Art Classes for all School Age Children!

At Pioneer Farms & Ohop Indian Village! Hosted by The Fred Oldfield Western Heritage & Art Center

For More Info: fredoldfieldcenter.org/satellite-classes 253-267-5582

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Savvy Senior: Retirement planning tips for single women

Dear Savvy Senior, What retirement planning tips can you recommend to single women? I’m a divorced 58-yearold women with a teenaged son and have very little saved for retirement.

Financially Vulnerable

Dear Vulnerable,

It’s an unfortunate reality, but many single women – whether they’re divorced, widowed or never married –face much greater nancial challenges in retirement than men.

e reasons behind this are because women tend to earn less money –about 82 cents for every dollar that men make, on average, and they have shorter working careers than men due to raising children and/or caring for aging parents. And less money earned usually translates into less money saved and a lower Social Security bene t when you retire.

In addition, women live an average of ve years longer than men, which requires their retirement income to stretch farther for living expenses and healthcare costs. And, according to some studies, women tend to have less con dence about nancial issues than men, which means they don’t always manage their money as well as they should.

Because of these issues, it’s very important that women educate themselves on nancial matters and learn how to save more e ectively. Here are some tips and resources that may help.

START SAVING AGGRESSIVELY

If your employer o ers a retirement plan, such as a 401K, you should contribute enough to at least capitalize on a company match, if available. And if you can swing it, contribute even more. In 2023, you can save as much as $22,500 in a 401(k), or $30,000 to those 50 and older, due to the catch-up rule.

If you don’t have a workplace plan, consider opening a Traditional or Roth IRA. Both are powerful tax-advantaged retirement savings accounts that let you contribute up to $6,500 annually, or $7,500 when you’re over 50. And if you’re selfemployed, consider a SEP-IRA, SIMPLE-IRA and/or a solo 401(k), all of which can help reduce your taxable income while putting money away for retirement.

Also, if you have a high-deductible health insurance policy (at least $1,500 for self-only coverage or $3,000 for family coverage), you should consider opening a health savings account (HSA). is is a triple tax advantage tool that can be used to sock away funds pre-tax, which will lower your taxable income; the money in the account grows tax-free; and if you use the money for eligible medical expenses, the withdrawals are tax-free too.

PAY OFF DEBTS

If you have debt, you need to get it under control. If you need help with this, consider a nonpro t creditcounseling agency that provides free or low-cost advice and solutions, and can

help you set up a debt management plan. To locate a credible agency in your area, use the National Foundation for Credit Counseling website at NFCC.org (800-388-2227), or the or the Financial Counseling Association of America FCAA.org (800-450-1794).

FIND HELP

To help you educate yourself on nancial matters like retirement planning, saving and investing, health care, annuities and more, a top resource is the Women’s Institute for a Secure Retirement at WiserWomen.org.

And to help you get up to speed on Social Security, visit SSA.gov/ people/women. is web page, dedicated to women, provides helpful publications like “What Every Woman Should Know,” along

with links to bene t calculators and your personal Social Security account to help you gure out your future earnings at di erent retirement ages.

You should also consider getting a nancial assessment with a fee-only nancial advisor. Costs for these services will vary from around $150 to $300 per hour, but this can be very bene cial to help you set-up a retirement plan you can follow. See NAPFA.org or GarrettPlanningNetwork.com to locate an advisor in your area.

Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “ e Savvy Senior” book.

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SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY APPLICATIONS

LEARN MORE ABOUT FRIENDS OF EATONVILLE LIBRARY

Pastor Adam & MaryBeth Orellana

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Reverend Dominic Chikankheni

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e Friends of the Eatonville Library operates as a fundraising group to assist the Eatonville community. Primarily, it does so by accepting books and other donations and conducting book sales during the year. All of the funds are used to supplement the various library programs that enrich the local community.

103rd Ave Ct E, Eatonville, WA www.homespunministries.com

(360) 832-4315

Pastor Larry Dorothy

Christ Episcopal Church 210 5th St. SW Puyallup, WA 98371 253-848-2323 www.episcopallup.com

Sunday Services

8am & 10am

10 am also livestreamed on Facebook

All are Welcome!!

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(253) 846-1276 SUNDAY 9:30 AM WORSHIP SERVICE

To learn more about the group, contact Mike Eaton at 253-310–7709 or reach him in person at the library any Friday. ere is no obligation. Application forms to join the organization are available at the library.

Also, e Friends of the Eatonville Library Group is currently operating with only two members — in contrast to 10-13 members in the pre-Covid era. e group seeks members and volunteers. Contact Mike Eaton..

ALCOHOL ANONYMOUS MEETINGS OFFERED

Alcoholics Anonymous is available for people who have a problem with alcohol. Meetings begin at 7 p.m. Tuesdays, noon Wednesdays and 9 a.m. Saturdays at the corner of

Carter and Rainier.

ALANON HELP

Alanon is available to help people struggling with a loved one’s drinking. Call 425-830-0314.

HOEDOWN FOR HISTORY

SEPT. 16

A Hoedown and Auction are planned for Sept. 16 from 3-6 p.m. at the Eagle’s hall in Eatonville. Dancing will be lively with professional caller Leo Catt. Refreshments, a ra e and bene t Auction will round out the program. Admission is free.

e Auction will Include everything from hunting equipment, artwork from local artists, and gi cards from local Eatonville establishments.

Proceeds will bene t the South Pierce County Historical Society. Everybody has a history – family and friends are welcome.

e South Pierce Historical Society (SPCHS) supports historical preservation in and around Eatonville.

Submit information to dispatch@ pacifcpublishing.com

Celebrating first year with orphaned moose calves

By Northwest Trek Wildlife Park

It’s been one year since orphaned moose calves Atlas, Luna, and Callisto first arrived at Northwest Trek Wildlife Park. And what an a-moose-ing year it’s been getting to know them and care for them!

The moose, all born in spring 2022, were rescued after being orphaned in Alaska. They arrived at Northwest Trek a few months later in August.

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All three moose weighed under 200 pounds when they first arrived. Now, Atlas, the male calf, weighs over 734 pounds, and female calves Luna and Callisto weigh 664 pounds and 554 pounds. All three calves are nearly 5 feet tall at the shoulder. Moose are the tallest wild animals in

North America, with adult males growing up to 1,200 pounds, 10.5 feet long, and 7.5 feet high.

“It’s been exciting to watch them grow and learn more every day,” said keeper Jordan, who helps care for the moose.

When the calves arrived, they were still dependent on milk and staff bottle-fed them daily.

Now, they eat a variety of leafy greens, moose chow, branches and browse.

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See other important dates by downloading the calendar for the year at https://www.eatonville. wednet.edu/calendars

3. SKYWARD FAMILY ACCESS FORMS

Instead of completing and returning paper forms, families will use Skyward Family Access each year to complete required annual documents for each student's school. For directions, go to https://docs.google.com/document/ d/1BaxIWi82QDdN5JO9cVmfUA_ X5wq1ed8w2xgyMbICDaE/edit Forms will be available online for families to complete starting Monday, August 21. Families will need to complete the following forms digitally on Skyward:

1. Military Status Form

2. Free and Reduced Lunch Form (with the exception of CCA

Families)

3. Language Form

4. Student Handbooks (paper copies available upon request)

Access Skyward Family Access at https://www2.crdc. wa-k12.net/scripts/cgiip. exe/WService=weatonvs71/ fwemnu01.w

4. CONFIRM YOUR CON-

TACT INFORMATION

Make sure we can contact you in an emergency and with other important information. Please verify your home address, phone number, emergency contact and student health information. This information is critical to keeping your student safe at school. To update information, log into Skyward Family Access and make

the changes under the “Student Info” tab, then click “Request Changes”.

5. WANT TO VOLUNTEER?

• All schools will welcome volunteers back to the buildings starting, Monday, Oct. 2.

• Submit your volunteer application at https://www. eatonville.wednet.edu/resources/ volunteer-information

6. SCHOOL MEALS

• Free and Reduced Meal Applications are available in Skyward Family Access. Please submit by Oct. 17 to maintain eligibility for free and reduced pricing. Your application is completely confidential. (CCA Families do not need to submit the Free & Reduced form.)

• An application (one per household) must be completed each year (or if a student transfers

into this district from another district) by the parent/guardian living in household one--the student's primary residence.

• School meal prices have increased. Please note the changes on the attached graphic.

• New this year: Students who qualify for “reduced meals” will receive a free breakfast and lunch.

• To add breakfast and lunch money to your child’s account go to https://wa-eatonville. intouchreceipting.com/

7. SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS

All Preschool-12th grade school supply lists are on each of the schools' respective websites:

• CCA: https://bit.ly/ CCAsupplies

• EES: https://bit.ly/EESsupplies

• EHS: https://bit.ly/EHSsupplies

• EMS: https://bit.ly/ EMSsupplies

• WES: https://bit.ly/ WESsupplies

8. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Follow Eatonville School District on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Share photos of your student getting ready for the school year and the first day of school using the hashtag #ESDfirstday or email pictures to communications@

eatonvilleschools.org

9. CHROMEBOOK INSURANCE

• Students in 2nd-12th grades will have a device checked out to them during the first week of school.

• Families have the option to purchase insurance for their child’s chromebook. The cost is $30 for families who do not qualify for free or reduced lunch. Families may pay on InTouch at https://waeatonville.intouchreceipting.com/

• Students in Preschool -1st Grade will not need to purchase insurance.

• To qualify for free insurance, families must complete a “2324 Free and Reduced Meal” application on Skyward Family Access and the “Consent to Share Form” to receive a $0 fee.

10. FIND YOUR BUS ROUTE

• Standard 23-24 route information will be available on Ride360 on Friday, September 1.

•Please be aware SpEd Routes will not be available until close of business on Friday, September 1.

• Preschool bus route information will be available in

Ride 360 no later than Friday, September 8th.

• Routes are subject to change leading up to the start of school. Please use Ride360 to stay up to date with the latest changes.

• Find your bus stop and pickup/drop-off time using our online tool.

• When you register you will need your student’s 7 digit Student ID number that typically begins with 2 zeros. Please access Skyward Family Access for your child’s ID number.

11. PRACTICE GETTING UP ON TIME

Prepare for school by setting the alarm and waking the family up on time. Being at school on time, every day is important for staying on track academically.

The first day of school, Wednesday, Sept. 6 is a NON-Late Start.

Please note the first Wednesday Late Start will begin on Wednesday, Sept. 13. Schools will operate on a one hour delayed start time to allow staff to engage in Professional Learning.

12. SEPTEMBER FOOD MENUS

Menus are now also available for the Preschool/ECEAP program on the website.

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payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due, is/are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after August 21, 2023 (11 days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI. A written notice of default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following addresses: Tony Ponds 3624 S. D Street Tacoma, WA 98418 Tony Ponds 2122 Martin Luther King Jr. Way Tacoma, WA 98405 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of Tony Ponds 3624 S. D Street Tacoma, WA 98418 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of Tony Ponds 2122 Martin Luther King Jr. Way Tacoma, WA 98405 Occupant(s) 3624 S. D Street Tacoma, WA 98418 by both first class and certified mail on October 17, 2019 proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served on October 17, 2019 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 service or posting. The declaration by the beneficiary pursuant to RCW 61.24.030(7) (a) was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the above addresses on October 17, 2019, proof of which is in possession of the Trustee. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth above, and whose telephone number is (360) 253-8017 / (877) 430-4787 will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described property. IX. Anyone having an objection to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS The purchaser at the trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants, who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.60. XI. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. You have only 20 DAYS from the recording date on this notice to pursue mediation. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE

Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Telephone (Toll-free): 1-877-894-HOME (1-877-894-4663) or Web site: http://www.dfi. wa.gov/consumers/homeownership/post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure.htm. The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Telephone (Toll-free): 1-800-569-4287 or National Web site: http://www.hud.gov/offices/ hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/index.cfm?webListAction=search &searchstate=WA&filterSvc=dfc. The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone (Toll-Free): 1-800-606-4819 or Web site: http://nwjustice.org/what-clear XII. FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT NOTICE: AZTEC FORECLOSURE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If a discharge has been obtained by any party through bankruptcy proceedings, this shall not be construed to be an attempt to collect the outstanding indebtedness or to hold you personally liable for the debt. DATED this 18th day of April, 2023 AZTEC FORECLOSURE

CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON By: Inna

D. Zagariya President 1499 SE Tech Center Place, Suite 255 Vancouver, WA 98683 (360) 253-8017 / (877) 430-4787 ADDRESS FOR PERSONAL SERVICE Aztec Foreclosure Corporation of Washington 1499 SE Tech Center Place, Suite 255 Vancouver, WA 98683 STATE OF WASHINGTON ) ) SS. COUNTY OF CLARK

) This instrument was acknowledged before me this 18th day of April, 2023, by Inna D. Zagariya, President. Olga Pasko Notary Public in and for the State of Washington My Commission Expires: 7/12/2023 OLGA PASKO NOTARY PUBLIC STATE OF WASHINGTON My Comm. Expires July 12, 2023 No. 209410 3624 S. D Street Tacoma, WA 98418 NPP0433934 To: DISPATCH (PIERCE) 08/02/2023, 08/23/2023

South Pierce Fire & Rescue will be holding its FIRST Public Hearing on the 2024 Proposed Budget at a Special Board Meeting on Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at 3pm at 129 Mashell Ave N, Eatonville, WA 98328 to consider the District’s revenue sources, levy, and current expense budget pursuant to RCW 84.55.120. Published in the Dispatch August 23 & 30, 2023

Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce Eric Watson and Sarah Watson, plaintiff(s) v. Lisa Kurtz and David Kurtz, Defendant(s). No. 22-2-08513-0 SUMMONS (20 DAYS) TO THE DEFENDANT: A lawsuit has been started against you in the above entitled court by Eric Watson and Sarah Watson, plaintiff(s). Plaintiff’s claim is stated in the written Complaint, a copy of which is served upon you with this Summons. In order to

defend against this lawsuit, you must respond to the Complaint by stating your defense in writing, and by serving a copy upon the person signing this Summons within 20 days after the service of this Summons, excluding the day of service, or a default judgment may be entered against you without notice. A default judgment is one where plaintiff is entitled to what he asks for because you have not responded. If you serve a notice of appearance on the undersigned person, you are entitled to notice before a default judgment may be entered. You may demand that the plaintiff file this lawsuit with the court. If you do so, the demand must be in writing and must be served upon the person signing this Summons. Within 14 days after you serve the demand, the plaintiff must file this lawsuit with the court, or the service on you of this summons and complaint will be void. If you wish to seek the advice of an attorney in this matter, you should do so promptly so that your written response, if any, may be served on time. This Summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the State of Washington. Dated August 31, 2022 Signed at Graham, Washington. Submitted by: Eric & Sarah Watson Signature of Plaintiff Eric & Sarah Watson Printed Name of Plaintiff 7807 Kapowsin Hwy E Graham. WA 98338 Address of Plaintiff 253-380-0720 Telephone Number of Plaintiff Published in The Dispatch July 19, 26, August 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2023.

Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce

In re the marriage of: Petitioner/s (person/s who started this case): LEE ARELLANO WATSON And Respondent/s (other party/parties): STANLEY WATSON No. 23-3-01108-1 Summons

Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To (other party’s name/s): Stanley Watson I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: Petition for Divorce You must respond in writing if you want the court to consider your side. Deadline!

Your Response must be filed and served within 60 days of the date this summons is published.

If you do not file and serve your Response or a Notice of Appearance by the deadline: • No one has to notify you about other hearings in this case, and • The court may approve the requests in the Petition without hearing your side (called a default judgment). Follow these steps:

1. Read the Petition and any other documents that were filed at court with this Summons. Those documents explain what the other party is asking for.

2. Fill out a Response on this form (check the Response that matches the Petition): [X] FL Divorce 211, Response to Petition about a Marriage

You can get the Response form and other forms you need at: • The Washington State Courts’ website: www.courts.wa.gov/forms • Washington LawHelp:www.washingtonlawhelp.org, or The Superior Court Clerk’s office or county law library (for a fee).

3. Serve (give) a copy of your Response to the person who filed this Summons at the address below, and to any other parties. You may use certified mall with return receipt requested. For more information on how to serve, read Superior Court Civil Rule 5. 4. File your original Response with the court clerk at this address: Superior Court Clerk, Pierce County 930 Tacoma Ave S. Rm 110, Tacoma, Washington 98402-2177 5. Lawyer not required:

It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your Response without one.

Person filing this Summons or his lawyer fills out below: /s/ Lee Arellano Watson, Petitioner

Date 3/30/2023 [X] the following address (this does not have to be your home address): 6612 Grandview Ave Tacoma. Washington 98404 (If this address changes before the case ends, you must notify all parties and the court in writing.

You may use the Notice of Address Change form (FL All Family 120). You must also update your Confidential information Form (FL All Family 001) if this case involves parentage or child support.)

This Summons is issued according to Rule 4.1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the State of Washington. Published in the Dispatch August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 & September 6, 2023

Victoria Book WSDOT PO Box 47440 Olympia, WA 98504-7440 Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit.

The proposed project, SR 161 South Creek

Remove Fish Barrier, is located at SR 161, between milepost 14.78 and 14.90 in Graham, Pierce county.

This project involves 1.079 acres of soil disturbance for Highway or Road construction activities.

The receiving waterbody is Unnamed Tributary to South Creek.

Any persons desiring to present their views to the Washington State Department of Ecology regarding this Application, or interested in Ecology’s action on this Application, may notify Ecology in writing no later than 30 days of the last date of publication of this notice. Ecology reviews public comments and considers whether discharges from this project would cause a measurable change in receiving water quality, and, if so, whether the project is necessary and in the overriding public interest according to Tier II anti-degradation requirements under WAC 173-201A-320. Comments can be submitted to: ecyrewqianoi@ ecy.wa.gov, or ATTN: Water Quality Program, Construction Stormwater Washington State Department of Ecology P.O. Box 47696 Olympia, WA 98504-7696 Published in the Dispatch August 23 & 30, 2023

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End-of-summer paella

By Lyndra Balslev

Summer is winding down, which is a great excuse to have a paella party. Vibrant and flavorful, studded with smoky sausage, chicken and fresh shellfish, a paella shouts "fiesta." It's a fun dish to enjoy outdoors, family-style, while the weather is still warm and the days are long.

A paella might sound intimidating, but it's easy to make with the right ingredients and by following a few important steps. While a grill is desirable, it's not necessary. A grill can accommodate the size of a large paella pan, unlike many stovetops, and the fire will add a smoky backdrop to the dish. If you don't have a grill, you can also make a paella on the stovetop.

Use a large paella pan or castiron pan (at least 12 inches in diameter). Note that the wider the pan, the more surface area you have to spread the rice, which allows as many grains as possible to brown and crisp on the bottom of the pan while cooking. This coveted crispy bottom is called the socarrat, which is considered the holy grail of paella. To achieve this crispy delicacy, it's critical that you do not stir the paella once the rice is spread in the pan. While it cooks, rotate the pan to ensure even cooking, and listen for crackling sounds that signify the rice is done.

Do not rush your paella. It's essentially a layered dish relying on the seasoning, flavor and accumulated juices of each ingredient to contribute to the

Burn bans in three counties as fires continue

By Timothy Schumann The Center Square

The Washington State Department of Health and the Department of Ecology have sent out mailers to warn Washington state residents of an impending drop in air quality, and what the fallout means.

“More than half our state is breathing in unhealthy air because of wildfires in Washington and Canada,” said a Friday news release issued by the Health Department.

It highlight 13 separate entries on the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's “Watches, Warnings, and Advisories” page for Washington, all of which started Friday.

“It wasn't a matter of if, but when smoke would hit,” said Department of Health Air Quality

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whole. Use a homemade or goodquality chicken stock for the broth. If you are in the mood to splurge, add a generous pinch of saffron to the stock for its perfume and the golden hue it imparts to the dish.

Take the time to cook the soffritto, which consists of a slurry of aromatics (onion, garlic, tomato and wine), that create the flavor base for the paella. Season each of the proteins and choose a variety for flavor, texture and eating fun. I often use a trinity of Spanish chorizo, chicken thighs and jumbo shrimp, and then may add more shellfish depending on availability. The heat and smoke of the chorizo adds important flavor to the dish. Chicken thigh meat is juicy and flavorful and won't dry out while the paella cooks. Briny shrimp are sweet and fun to eat with your fingers. Mussels, clams, scallops and calamari are also great seafood additions to a paella.

The instructions below are for grilling a paella. If you are making it on the stovetop, use a large cast-iron pan and cook over medium heat. Partially cover the pan when you add the shellfish in the end to hasten the cooking.

Paella

Policy Specialist Kaitlyn Kelly in a statement. “Wildfire smoke season is here in Washington, which means we need to be proactive about taking steps to protect ourselves.”

The Department of Health urges people to stay indoors and maintain high air quality by taking the following precautions:

• Closing windows and doors unless temperatures inside get too hot

• Filtering indoor air by using an HVAC system, HEPA portable air cleaner, or DIY box fan filter

• Not adding to indoor air pollution by smoking or burning candles indoors

• Setting air conditioning units to recirculate

The Department of Ecology also issued a warning containing burn prohibitions for Whatcom, Skagit

Active Time: about 1 hour

Total Time: about 1 hour

Yield: Serves 4 to 5

4 large plum (Roma) tomatoes, halved lengthwise

4 cups chicken stock

1/2 teaspoon saffron threads (optional)

1 pound boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces

1 teaspoon plus 1 tablespoon smoked Spanish paprika

1 teaspoon ground cumin

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 pound large (16/18) shrimp, shelled and deveined, tails intact

Extra-virgin olive oil

8 ounces Spanish chorizo, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices

1 medium yellow onion, chopped, about 1 cup

3 garlic cloves, minced

1/4 cup dry white wine

2 cups paella rice (Bomba or Valencia), rinsed

1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley

Lemon wedges for serving

Grate the cut sides of the tomatoes on a box grater. Discard the skins and transfer the pulp and juices to a small bowl. You should have about 1 cup. (Alternatively, use 1 cup crushed Italian plum tomatoes.)

Bring the stock to a simmer in a medium saucepan over medium

and Island counties.

“No outdoor burning is allowed, including residential and agricultural burning, during a Stage 2 air quality burn ban. Home heating with fireplaces and uncertified wood stoves is also prohibited. This ban includes recreational fires like campfires and fire pits. This air quality burn ban is separate from, and in addition to, fire safety burn bans already in effect because of increased fire danger in the three counties,” the announcement reads.

“The Northwest Clean Air Agency is calling an air quality burn ban in addition to the existing fire safety burn bans to further reduce smoke in our area and protect public health,” said Executive Director of the Northwest Clean Air Agency Mark Buford. “Once the air has cleared, we will remove the air

heat. Add the saffron, if using, and keep warm over low heat. Place the chicken in a bowl and toss with 1 teaspoon smoked paprika and the cumin, and season with salt and black pepper. Place the shrimp in a separate bowl and season with salt and black pepper. Prepare the grill for direct cooking over medium heat. Preheat a 12- to 15-inch paella pan or large cast-iron skillet for about 10 minutes. (Or heat a large cast-iron skillet on the stovetop over medium heat.) Heat 1 tablespoon oil in the pan. Add the chorizo and cook until the chorizo is golden brown on both sides, 3 to 4 minutes, turning as needed. With a slotted spoon or tongs, transfer the sausage to a bowl. There should be rendered fat from the chorizo remaining in the pan. If not, add 1 tablespoon oil to the pan. Arrange the chicken in one layer in the paella pan and cook until colored on both sides, 4 to 6 minutes, turning as needed. Transfer the chicken to the bowl with the chorizo. (The chicken will not be cooked all the way through at this point.)

If the pan is dry, add 1 tablespoon oil. Add the onion and saute until softened without coloring, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and 1 tablespoon smoked paprika and stir until fragrant, about 15 seconds. Add the tomatoes with juices and

quality burn ban. But the fire safety burn bans will remain in place until fire officials determine that fire danger has passed.”

Currently, there is no definite end time on this burn ban and the release warns that "ban violators could face fines and other enforcement actions."

Washington residents can track air quality state wide on the Department of Ecology’s Air Quality Program at https://enviwa. ecology.wa.gov/home/map

More information for those with pre-existing conditions, those who fear they’ve been exposed to excess smoke inhalation, or those wishing to learn more about wildfire season can be found at the "Smoke From Fires" section of the Department of Health’s at https://doh.wa.gov/ community-and-environment/airquality/smoke-fires

the wine and stir to combine. Simmer until most of the liquid evaporates and the mixture thickens and darkens slightly, about 3 minutes, stirring frequently.

Stir in the rice and 1 teaspoon salt. Pour in the broth and gently stir to combine. Smooth the rice in an even layer in the pan. At this point, do not stir the rice any further.

Arrange the chicken and chorizo over the rice, nudging the pieces slightly into the rice, then drizzle with any accumulated juices from the bowl.

Cook the paella, with the grill lid closed, until most of the liquid is absorbed and the rice is exposed, turning the pan occasionally to ensure even cooking, about 20 minutes.

Nestle the shrimp (hinge-side down) into the rice and continue to cook, with the grill lid closed, until the shrimp are cooked through and the rice is making a crackling sound, 10 to 12 minutes more, rotating the pan occasionally to ensure even cooking. (Note: If you are cooking on the stovetop, partially cover the pan once you add the shellfish to hasten their cooking process.)

Remove the paella from the grill. Let stand for 5 minutes. Sprinkle the parsley over the paella and garnish with lemon wedges. Serve immediately.