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Message from the Superintendent By Jay Brower

First Day Sept. 6 marked the beginning of a new school year for our nearly 2,000 Eatonville students. As I visited each school that day, I felt a profound sense of appreciation for our staff members who worked diligently to prepare for this important school year to ensure the success of each and every student. Their dedication to our students cannot be overstated. I was, likewise, so impressed by our students who were eager to return to school, by parents who expressed an interest in teaming up with staff members and supporting their Courtesy Rhonda Dunn Eatonville’s Mary VanEaton crosses up her opponent ion a match last week against Hoquiam.

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Eatonville girls soccer snaps losing streak By Skip Smith

Contributing Writer

The Eatonville Cruisers girls soccer team celebrated back-toback victories that put an end to a challenging three-game losing streak and ignited their season with renewed energy. First, they dominated the Hoquiam Grizzlies at home with a

resounding 5-0 win, and then they clinched a 1-0 overtime victory against the Elma Eagles on the road. Interim head coach Machaela Swartout praised her team's resilience and determination, particularly highlighting their ability to bounce back after a tough first half in the match against Hoquiam.

“In the first half, we didn't play our best soccer, but we managed to find the net twice," Swartout said. “Hannah Hanson opened the scoring in the 18th minute with a goal off a cutback cross from Nikia King. Our second goal came in the 31st minute, with Hailey Courson finding the back of the net, thanks SOCCER Page 8

Courtesy Mr. Brower with a Sammy, a 5thgrader.

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ear Savvy Senior, Do I still need life insurance after I retire? I’ve been thinking about dropping my policy to escape the premiums. Is this a good idea? Approaching Retirement Dear Approaching, It depends on your family and financial situation. While many retirees choose to stop paying their life insurance premiums when they no longer have young families to take care of, there are several reasons you may still want to keep your policy. Here are some different factors to help you decide. Family situation: Life insurance is designed to help protect your spouse and children from poverty in the case of your untimely death. But if your children are grown and are on their own, and you have sufficient financial resources to cover you and your spouse’s retirement costs, then there is little need to continue to have life insurance. On the other hand, if you had a child late in life or have a relative with special needs who is dependent on you for income, it makes sense to keep paying the premiums on your policy.

You also need to make sure your spouse’s retirement income will not take a significant hit when you die. Check out the conditions of your pension or annuity (if you have them) to see if they stop paying when you die, and factor in your lost Social Security income too. If you find that your spouse will lose a significant portion of income upon your death, you may want to keep the policy to help make up the difference. Debts: If you are still paying off your mortgage or have other large debts, you should probably keep your policy to help your loved ones pay off these debts

when you die. But if your debt payments are a small part of your net worth that poses no risk of financial difficulty, then you may not need it. Work: Will you need to take another job in retirement to earn income? Since life insurance helps replace lost income to your family when you die, you may want to keep your policy if your spouse or other family members are relying on that income. However, if you have very little income from your retirement job, then there’s probably no need to continue with the policy. Estate taxes: Life insurance can also be a handy estate-

planning tool. If, for example, you own a business that you want to keep in the family and you don’t have enough liquid assets to take care of the estate taxes, you can sometimes use a life insurance policy to help your heirs pay off Uncle Sam when you die. To help you with this decision, consider talking to an estate-planning expert or a fee-only financial advisor who can help you weigh out the pros and cons. SELL OR SWAP YOUR POLICY If you decide that you don’t need your life insurance policy any

longer, you may want to consider selling it in a “life settlement” transaction to a third-party company, which typically pays four to eight times more than the policy cash surrender value. The best candidates are people over age 65 who own a policy with a face value of $100,000 or more. If you’re interested in this option, get quotes from several life settlement providers or brokers in your state. To find them, the Life Insurance Settlement Association provides a directory at LISA.org. Another option is to use a tax-free 1035 exchange to swap your policy for a hybrid product that blends life insurance with long-term-care insurance coverage. These products come in various forms, but they often combine a whole or universal life policy with a long-term-care rider. If you don’t use the longterm-care coverage, your heirs get the death benefit. 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 “The Savvy Senior” book.

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CHALLENGES As I have discussed, one of our greatest challenges is providing transportation for all of our students. In spite of our efforts to find solutions, we still find ourselves in need of more drivers and more answers. On September 20th, we held a transportation public forum, calling on all stakeholders to find solutions to this challenge. In response, 75 people showed up to share ideas and discuss solutions and we also received over 100 ideas on our transportation feedback survey. We are busy looking through each solution and evaluating the feasibility of implementing these ideas. I wish there were easy and same-day solutions but if that were the case, we would have resolved this challenge long ago. The good news is that we now have several new applicants and new bus drivers coming onboard. We are moving toward some sustainable solutions. This will take time but we are committed to solving the dilemma. I want to thank you for your support and understanding as we address this need. SUMMARY I am extremely grateful and proud to be a member of the Eatonville School District. Thank you for the opportunity to partner with you to serve our remarkable students, families and community members. Together we will accomplish great things for our students and for each other. I will end with a quote from Helen Keller. “Alone we can do so little. Together we can do so much.” Eatonville Strong. Mr. Jay Brower is Superintendent of the Eatonville School District


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120 volunteers serve community By Sara Wendell

Special to the Dispatch

The Eatonville 9/11 Day of Service is a community day of service that has taken place in the Town of Eatonville since 2002. People from across the community come together to honor local first responders, military men and women, as well as those whose lives were forever changed during the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. This year the event was held on Sept. 9. The day began at the Eatonville High School Flagpole. Pastor Josh from Daybreak Community Church welcomed everyone and recognized fire fighters in attendance from the Eatonville Fire Department. Bishop Brian Merrill from The Eatonville Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints offered a prayer. Our local Boy Scout troop led attendees in the pledge of allegiance after which a moment of silence was observed. An EHS student, Clara Chabot, played “God Bless America” on the trumpet. Jay Brower, Eatonville School District’s new superintendent, gave

brief remarks and then volunteers went to their chosen project locations. Many churches and organizations were involved in the day of service this year. Some of the projects available were: installing a seed library and weed pulling at the Mountain Community Co-op Garden,

painting at Mill Pond Park, raking debris at the Eatonville Cemetery, cleaning the visitor’s center, litter pick up all over town, weed pulling at Trinity Aviation, and tree limb removal on Eatonville Highway and Antonie Ave. Volunteers were able to have a free lunch at

the Eatonville Methodist Church. Planning, organizing, cooking, serving and cleaning up lunch was a combined effort. Congregation members of four different churches made this meal possible. A huge thank you to the ladies of Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic church, The Church of Christ, The Eatonville Methodist Church, and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Also, thank you to the Eatonville Eagles for their monetary donation to purchase items for the meal. Miles Pizza Depot provided the location for Cascade Regional Blood Services Blood Mobile. Seventeen units of blood were donated by community members. Lives will be saved because of the gracious giving of these donors. A special project took place at Glacier Village, a subsidized apartment complex in Eatonville. A group of youth and adults removed outdoor plants and put in new plants as well as created an outdoor patio for the residents to enjoy time outside together.

Christine Wendell said “it was rewarding to help the seniors at Glacier Village clean up and beautify their outdoor area and see the joy on their faces after the transformation.” After the work was done volunteers stayed to have a BBQ potluck with the residents and play bingo. In total about 120 volunteers took time out of their day to serve in our community on the day of service. As the day came to an end a feeling of unity and gratitude settled over the town of Eatonville. The service rendered left a lasting impression. When you see new paint on the picnic shelter at Mill Pond Park or fewer leaves on the cemetery grounds, think of the great people in our community and take a moment to express gratitude for each of them. Would you like to volunteer on the day of service next year? Do you have the perfect day of service project in mind? Stay up to date by joining the Eatonville Day of Service Facebook page or contact Sara Wendell at srwendell80@gmail.com.


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Cruisers struggle against Montesano By Skip Smith

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The Eatonville Cruisers faced a formidable challenge as they went head-to-head with the No. 3-ranked Montesano Bulldogs, and turnovers and penalties proved to be insurmountable obstacles. The Cruisers were handed their second shutout loss of the season, falling 36-0 and struggling to replicate the resilience that led them to victory in the previous week’s game. Eatonville's struggle with turnovers was starkly evident in this matchup, as they gave up possession a staggering eight times. Six interceptions and two fumbles limited the offense; with starting quarterback Hunter Klumpar, Griffin Clevenger, and Cole Fowler all being picked off one or more times. Despite the adversity they faced, the Cruisers (3-3 overall, 1-1 Evergreen League) managed to find

Courtesy Justin Damasiewicz Eatonville’s Payton Hanly runs past the defender in the Cruisers game against Montesano this past Friday night. a few bright spots. The diversity of their passing game was notable, as nine different receivers contributed to the offensive effort. Additionally, they

boasted a 100-yard rusher in Payton Hanly, who led the team with 114 rushing yards. On the defensive side, Eatonville displayed resilience by holding the

high-scoring Montesano Bulldogs to their lowest firsthalf total of the season at 24 points. However, it was turnovers and penalties

that ultimately hindered the Cruisers' chances of making a comeback. In contrast to their previous week’s performance where they managed to overcome penalties for a win, the Cruisers found themselves unable to do so against the Bulldogs. Head Coach Rex Norris remained optimistic, emphasizing the team’s effort and the contributions of younger players. Looking ahead, he acknowledged another challenging matchup on the horizon, stating, “Another tough task this week with a top-rated Orting team coming to town. The team looks to improve as we get to play at home this week, where we are undefeated so far this season.” Eatonville will aim to reverse their fortunes when they return to their home field on Friday, Oct. 13, hosting their longtime rivals, the Orting Cardinals, at 7 p.m.

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IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON (rcw46.55.130), GRAHAM TOWING #5124 WILL SELL ABANDONED VEHICLES TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER ON October 17, 2023 AT 11:00am. PRIOR INSPECTION WILL BE FROM 10:00am UNTIL 11:00am. THIS COMPANY CAN BE CONTACTED AT 253262-2869. FOR QUESTIONS REGARDING THE AUCTION. THE SALE IS LOCATION IS: 10015 213TH ST E GRAHAM, WA 98338 Published in the Dispatch October 11, 2023 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNT Y OF PIERCE BANK OF AMERICA, N.A, Plaintiff(s), vs. DARYL W. SALHUS, JR.; CHRISTINE M. SALHUS; ET AL., Defendant(s). Cause No. 22-2-05607-5 SHERIFF’S PUBLIC NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY TO: IN REM AGAINST THE PROPERTY COMMONLY DESCRIBED AS 21320 46TH AVE E, SPANAWAY, WA 98387, Judgment Debtor(s). The Superior Court of PIERCE County has directed the undersigned Sheriff of Pierce County to sell the property described below to satisfy a judgment in the above-entitled action. If developed, the property address is 21320 46TH AVE E, SPANAWAY, WA 98387. The sale of the above described property is to take place: Time: 10:00 A.M. Date: Friday, November 3, 2023 Place: 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma, WA 98402 2nd Floor Entry Plaza The judgment debtor can avoid the sale by paying the judgment amount of $188,129.26 together with interest, costs, and fees, before the sale date. For the exact amount, contact the Sheriff at the address stated below: Dated at Tacoma, Washington, September 20, 2023. ED TROYER, SHERIFF OF PIERCE COUNTY. By: Christine A Eaves, Deputy Civil Section, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Room, 1B 203, Tacoma, Washington, 98402 (253) 798-7520 See legal description below or reverse: LEGAL DESCRIPTION PARCEL A: LOT 2, AS SHOWN ON SHORT PLAT NO. 75141, RECORDED UNDER RECORDING NO. 7505160141, IN PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON. PARCEL B: A NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT AS DELINEATED ON SHORT PLAT / LARGE LOT DIVISION NO. 75-141. PARCEL NO.: 0318126002 ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF: ALDRIDGE PITE, LLP SHANNON K. CALT, ATTORNEY 1050 SW 6TH AVE, STE 1100 PORTLAND, OR. 97204 (858)750-7600 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE In re the Estate of: MUSA A. KHALAF, Deceased. NO. 23-4-02040-8 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 The personal representative named below have been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having 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 as 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 and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of (1) thirty days after the Personal Representative 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 the first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATED this 18th day of September, 2023. Personal Representative of said Estate /s/ Ahmad F. Khalaf AHMAD F. KHALAF 909 A Street, Suite 600 Tacoma, WA 98402 EISENHOWER CARLSON PLLC By: /s/ Ahmad F. Khalaf AHMAD F. KHALAF, WSBA #50090 ARTHUR D. DELONG, WSBA #48276 Attorneys for Personal Representative 909 A Street, Suite 600, Tacoma, Washington 98402 DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION SEPTEMBER 27, 2023. Published in the Dispatch September 27, October 4 & 11, 2023 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR BANC OF AMERICA ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2006-7 MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-7, Plaintiff(s), vs. KENNETH R. SMITH; HEIDI R. SMITH; ET AL., Defendant(s). Cause No. 16-2-04601-6 SHERIFF’S PUBLIC NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY TO: KENNETH R. SMITH AND HEIDI R. SMITH (IN REM), Judgment Debtor(s). The Superior Court of PIERCE County has directed the undersigned Sheriff of Pierce County to sell the property described below to satisfy a judgment in the above-entitled action. If developed, the property address is 12706 94TH AVE E, PUYALLUP, WA 98373. The sale of the above described property is to take place: Time: 10:00 A.M. Date: Friday, October 27, 2023 Place: 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma, WA 98402 2nd Floor Entry Plaza The judgment debtor can avoid the sale by paying the judgment amount of $464,719.61 together with interest, costs, and fees, before the sale date. For the exact amount, contact the Sheriff at the address stated below: Dated at Tacoma, Washington, September 7, 2023. ED TROYER, SHERIFF OF PIERCE COUNTY. By: Christine A Eaves, Deputy Civil Section, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Room, 1B 203, Tacoma, Washington, 98402 (253) 798-7520 See legal description below or reverse: LEGAL DESCRIPTION BEGINNING AT THE SOUTH-

Legal Notices EAST CORNER OF TRACT 248 OF HALF DOLLAR BERRY TRACTS AS PER PLAT RECORDED VOLUME 10 OF PLATS, PAGE 51, IN THE PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON. THENCE NORTH 160 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 121.29 FEET; THENCE WEST 157.50 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 121.29 FEET; THENCE EAST 157.50 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING PARCEL NO.: 4320002970 ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF: MCCARTHY & HOLTHUS, LLP, ATTORNEYS GRACE CHU, ATTORNEY 108 1ST AVE S, STE 400 SEATTLE, WA. 98104 (206)596-4856 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SNOHOMISH In the Matter of the Estate of FREDERICK MIENHARDT ADOLF, Deceased CAUSE NO. 23-4-01838-31 NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.020) The person named below has been appointed Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having 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 and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative 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 as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: October 11, 2023 PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Christopher Adolf 5406 150th Pl SE Everett, WA 98387 ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Amber L. Hunt Woodinville Law 13901 NE 175th St, Ste G Woodinville, WA 98072 (425) 485-6600 Published in the Dispatch October 11, 18 & 25, 2023 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SNOHOMISH In the Matter of the Estate of WILLIAM RALPH BEATTY, Deceased CAUSE NO. 23-4-01840-31 NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.020) The person named below has been appointed Administrator of this estate. Any person having 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 Administrator or the Administrator’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Administrator 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 as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: October 11, 2023 ADMINISTRATOR Kimberly Johnson PO BOX 2507 Chelan, WA 98816 ATTORNEY FOR ADMINISTRATOR Amber L. Hunt Woodinville Law 13901 NE 175th St, Ste G Woodinville, WA 98072 (425) 485-6600 Published in the Dispatch October 11, 18 & 25, 2023 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR PIERCE COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of: JACQUELINE J. HARPEL Deceased. NO. 23-4-01885-3 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as administrator of this estate. Any person having 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 as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the administrator or the administrator’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of (1) Thirty days after the administrator served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of filing copy of notice to creditors: September 29, 2023 Date of first publication: October 4, 2023 DATED September 29, 2023 DIANE LEWIS Personal Representative BURNS LAW, PLLC 524 Tacoma Ave. S. Tacoma, Washington 98402 Telephone: (253) 507-5586 Facsimile: (253) 507-5713 Published in the Dispatch October 4, 11 & 18, 2023 NO. 22-4-00057-3 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.020, 11.40.030 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE Estate of Jedidah Wambui Weru, Deceased. The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having 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 as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or on the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of (1) Thirty days after the personal representative 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 as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the probate assets and non-probate assets of the decedent. Date of First Publication: October 4th, 2023 Gerald Gitau Personal Representative Attorneys for Personal Representative: /s/DESIREE HOSANNAH, WSBA #31150 Hosannah Law Group, PLLC 5631 Tacoma Mall Blvd, Ste. #1 Tacoma, WA 98409 Phone: 253-476-5977 Fax: 253-474-2968 PUBLICATION DATES: October 4, October 11, and October 18, 2023 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF THE EATONVILLE TOWN COUNCIL on Monday, October 23, 2023 NOTICE IS GIVEN that the Eatonville Town Council shall hold a Public Hearing for the purpose of soliciting public input on Ordinance No. 2023-5 an Ordinance of the Town of Eatonville, Washington, authorizing the collection of the Eatonville regular tax Levy for 2024. This meeting will be held as a hybrid meeting. Public comments for the Public Hearing will be opened up during the Public Hearing portion of the meeting. This meeting will be held in-person at the Eatonville Community Center, 305 Center St W. on Monday, October 23, 2023 at 7:00pm. You may also join via zoom: Meeting ID 537 233 9187 or by calling in at 253-215-8782. Passcode:98328 Published October 11, 2023 and October 18, 2023 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF THE EATONVILLE TOWN COUNCIL on Monday, October 23, 2023 NOTICE IS GIVEN that the Eatonville Town Council shall hold a Public Hearing for the purpose of soliciting public input on Ordinance No. 2023-6 an Ordinance of the Town of Eatonville, Washington, authorizing the collection of the Eatonville EMS Levy for 2024. This meeting will be held as a hybrid meeting. Public comments for the Public Hearing will be opened up during the Public Hearing portion of the meeting. This meeting will be held inperson at the Eatonville Community Center, 305 Center St W. on Monday, October 23, 2023 at 7:00pm. You may also join via zoom: Meeting ID 537 233 9187 or by calling in at 253-215-8782. Passcode:98328 Published October 11, 2023 and October 18, 2023 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Regarding the Estate of JACOB ANDREW LUNDQUIST SUPERIOR COURT OF THE State of Washington, County of Pierce. Estate of Jacob Andrew Lundquist, Deceased. No. 23-4-02265-6. Probate Notice to Creditors. (RCW 11.40.030). The personal representative below has been named as administrator of this estate. Any person or creditor having claim against above decedent must, before 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 and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the latter of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of First Publication: October 4, 2023 Personal Representative: NOAH LUNDQUIST 1001 State Ave NE Olympia, WA 98506 360-990-4457 Published in the Dispatch October 4, 11 & 18, 2023 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF PIERCE In re: Adoption: WILLOW ROSELEE GATES, DOB 03/01/2017 No. 23-5-00280-2 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION OF THE PRESUMED FATHER, JOHN WAYNE GATES, JR. (SMPB) To the Respondent: JOHN WAYNE GATES, JR. The petitioner has started an action in the above court requesting: Adoption of the child listed in paragraph 1 of the Petition for Step-Parent Adoption. The petition also requests that the court grant the following relief: 1. That the court enter a decree providing for the adoption of the above minor child and establishing the petitioner, Benjamin Krueger as the natural father of Willow Roselee Gates for all lawful intents and purposes; 2. That the court change the name of the above minor child to: Willow RoseLee Krueger; and 3. Granting such other relief as is just and proper. You must respond to this summons by serving a copy of your written response on the person signing this summons and by filing the original with the clerk of the court. If you do not serve your written response within 60 days after the date of the last publication of this summons the court may enter an order of default against you, and the court may, without further notice to you, enter a decree and approve or provide for other relief requested in this summons. If you serve a notice of appearance on the undersigned person, you are entitled to notice before an order of default or a decree may

be entered. 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. One method of serving a copy of your response on the petitioner is to send it by certified mail with return receipt requested. Other: Does not apply. This summons is issued pursuant to RCW 4.28.100 and Superior Court Civil Rule 4.1 of the state of Washington. Signed this 11th day of September 2023. Christopher G. Torrone, WSBA No.35541 File Original of Your Response with the Clerk of the Court at: Pierce County Superior Court Clerk 930 Tacoma Ave South Tacoma, WA 98402 Serve a Copy of Your Response on: Peitioner’s Lawyer Chris G. Torrone 705 South 9th Street, Suite 201 Tacoma, WA 98405 Published in the Dispatch September 20, 27, October 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2023 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR KING COUNTY Estate of SHANNON VALERIE TUCKER, Deceased. NO. 23-403782-8 SEA NOTICE TO CREDITORS The individual named below has been appointed as personal representative of the above estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, prior to the time such claims would be barred by any other-wise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as 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 and filing the original of the claim with the court in which probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative 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 as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the probate assets and nonprobate assets of the decedent. DATE OF FILING COPY OF NOTICE TO CREDITORS With Clerk of Court: October 5, 2023 DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: October 11, 2023 WILLIAM RYAN SAYER, Personal Representative MCCUNE GODFREY EMERICK & BROGGEL, INC. PS MARISA E. BROGGEL, WSBA NO. 41767 Of Attorneys for Personal Representative McCune, Godfrey, Emerick, & Broggel, Inc. P.S. 4500 9th Ave. NE Suite 300 Seattle, WA 98105-4697 Tel: 206-632-0575 Fax 866-913-1905 Published in the Dispatch October 11, 18 & 25, 2023 Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce In re the Parenting and Support of: Child(ren): MERRITT PAGE KATHAN IV Petitioner/s: ELIZABETH KATHERINE STAMMER And Respondent/s: MERRITT PAGE KATHAN III No. 23-3-02159-1 Summons Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To (other party’s name/s): MERRITT PAGE KATHAN III I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: PETITION FOR PARENTING PLAN AND CHILD SUPPORT 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: September 6, 2023. 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 Parentage 332, Response to Petition for Parenting Plan, Residential Schedule and/or Child Support You can get the Response form and other forms you may 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 mail 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 County-City Building, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Room 110, Tacoma WA 98402 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/her lawyer fills out below: /s/ Elizabeth Katherine Stammer 08/29/2023 Print name and WSBA No., if any ELIZABETH KATHERINE STAMMER I agree to accept legal papers for this case at (check one): [X] the following address (this does not have to be your home address): 9120 LAWNDALE AVENUE SW, APARTMENT 5 LAKEWOOD WA 98498 (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.) Note: You and the other party/ies may agree to accept legal papers by email under Superior Court Civil Rule 5 and local court rules. This Summons is issued according to Rule 4.1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington. Published in the Dispatch September 6, 13, 20, 27, October 4 & 11, 2023 Superior Court of Washington, County of

Pierce In re: Olivia Ann Gesner No. 23-401686-9 Summons Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To: John Doe I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: Petition for Minor Guardianship and Petition Appointing Emergency Minor Guardian. 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: October 11, 2023. 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): Other (specify): Objection to Minor Guardianship (form GDN M 301) or Parent’s Consent to Minor Guardianship (form GDN M 304). You can get the Response form and other forms you may 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 mail 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 WA 98402 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 their lawyer fills out below: Signature Donna Person Smith Date 10/2/23 Print name and WSBA No., if any Donna Person Smith, #23859 I agree to accept legal papers for this case at Lawyer’s address: 3708 14th St Pl SW, Puyallup WA 98373 Email (if applicable): donna@ donnapersonsmith.com This Summons is issued according to Rule 4.1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington. Published in the Dispatch October 11, 18, 25, November 1, 8 & 15, 2023 Superior Court of Washington, County of PIERCE In re: Petitioner/s (person/s who started this case): KRISTEN JUNE HOWELL And Respondent/s (other party/parties): MIGUEL ANGEL SAN ANTONIO GONZALEZ No. 23-3-01323-8 Summons Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To: MIGUEL ANGEL SAN ANTONIO GONZALEZ I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: PETITION FOR DIVORCE (DISSOLUTION) 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: September 6, 2023. 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 may 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 mail 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, Tacoma, WA 98402 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/her lawyer fills out below: /s/ Ken Nichols 8/25/2023 KENNETH L. NICHOLS, WSBA #12053 I agree to accept legal papers for this case at (check one): [X] Lawyer’s address: 3748 N. 29th St. Tacoma, Wa 98407 Email (if applicable): kennichols@nventure.com (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.) Note: You and the other party/ies may agree to accept legal papers by email under Superior Court Civil Rule 5 and local court rules. This Summons is issued according to Rule 4.1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington. Published in the Dispatch September 6, 13, 20, 27, October 4 & 11, 2023


Oct. 11, 2023

Compiled by Skip Smith

CROSS COUNTRY The Eatonville boys cross country team demonstrated their dominance on the trails, clinching the team title at the Rainier Invitational held last Thursday. Competing against a field of 10 teams, the boys from Eatonville delivered an outstanding performance. Eatonville’s notable placements and times were 2nd - Colton Rush: 17:55.63 3rd - Joe Mueller: 18:03.85 6th - Benjamin Bernt: 18:42.31 10th - Owen Van Eaton: 19:37.00 12th - Mark Nueva: 20:02.26 (Personal Best Time) 14th - Titus Lowe: 20:11.45 16th - Ben Morrish: 20:19.50 26th - Joe Callon: 21:11.44 27th - Daniel Hamilton: 21:25.65 36th - Micah Vannier: 22:47.66 49th - Jasper Beck: 28:07.93 Mark Nueva's personal best time added to the team’s success. The Eatonville girls team also had a notable presence at the invitational, with top performances from the

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following: 2nd - Grace Coonrod: 20:39.90 9th - Bridget Stumph: 24:09.99 39th - Hannah Bieker: 33:17.13 TENNIS In an impressive display of skill and dominance on the tennis court, the Eatonville Cruiser boys tennis team secured a resounding 5-0 victory over the Klahowya Eagles. The Cruisers showcased their strength in key matchups, particularly in the No. 1 doubles and top two singles categories. The team’s stellar performance was highlighted by a sweep of all five matches. VOLLEYBALL The Cruiser volleyball team faced a challenging week, dropping both of its matches in decisive fashion. In their first matchup, they fell to the Hoquiam Grizzlies, suffering a 3-0 defeat. The struggles continued as the Cruisers were handed another 3-0 loss, this time by the Elma Eagles. Eatonville will look to regroup in the upcoming week, with their sights set on getting back in the win column.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF THE EATONVILLE TOWN COUNCIL on Monday, October 23, 2023 NOTICE IS GIVEN that the Eatonville Town Council shall hold a Public Hearing for the purpose of soliciting public input on Ordinance No. 2023-5 an Ordinance of the Town of Eatonville, Washington, authorizing the collection of the Eatonville regular tax Levy for 2024. This meeting will be held as a hybrid meeting. Public comments for the Public Hearing will be opened up during the Public Hearing portion of the meeting. This meeting will be held in-person at the Eatonville Community Center, 305 Center St W. on Monday, October 23, 2023 at 7:00pm. You may also join via zoom: Meeting ID 537 233 9187 or by calling in at 253-215-8782. Passcode:98328 ________________________________________________ Published October 11, 2023 and October 18, 2023

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF THE EATONVILLE TOWN COUNCIL on Monday, October 23, 2023 NOTICE IS GIVEN that the Eatonville Town Council shall hold a Public Hearing for the purpose of soliciting public input on Ordinance No. 2023-6 an Ordinance of the Town of Eatonville, Washington, authorizing the collection of the Eatonville EMS Levy for 2024. This meeting will be held as a hybrid meeting. Public comments for the Public Hearing will be opened up during the Public Hearing portion of the meeting. This meeting will be held in-person at the Eatonville Community Center, 305 Center St W. on Monday, October 23, 2023 at 7:00pm. You may also join via zoom: Meeting ID 537 233 9187 or by calling in at 253-215-8782. Passcode:98328 ____________________________________________ Published October 11, 2023 and October 18, 2023

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Elevating the chocolate chip cookie

By Lynda Balslev

little bits into the batter along with the chunks to infuse it with more chocolate. The final flourish is a pinch of sea salt flakes to balance the cookie's inherent sweetness. A little salt tends to make everything taste better, even sweets -- especially when chocolate is involved.

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his is no ordinary chocolate chip cookie. While it has all the luscious aspects of a traditional chewy Toll House-style cookie, this cookie notches it up to another level with roasted almond butter, chunky dark chocolate and a sprinkle of sea salt. Almond butter does wondrous things to the cookie. It's not as pronounced in flavor as peanut butter, which (in my opinion) easily overwhelms the flavor of a cookie. Almond butter is stealthier; it adds a mellow, toasty, golden-buttery backdrop to the dough. Meanwhile, chunks of dark chocolate stud the cookie, replacing the go-to chocolate chip. Many chocolate chips read "sweet" more than "chocolate." By chopping up a quality bar of dark chocolate, the overkill of sweetness is avoided, while the flavor of the chocolate

ALMOND BUTTER CHOCOLATE CHUNK COOKIES Active Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Yield: Makes about 24 cookies

shines through. Not only that, but when you chop a bar, you will be left with a pile of chocolate shards and dust. Be sure to sweep all those

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon table salt (or 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt) 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 3/4 cup (packed) dark brown sugar 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 3/4 cup unsalted creamy almond butter (not raw) 7 ounces chopped dark (70% to 75%) chocolate Sea salt flakes for garnish

SOCCER from Page 1Æ to an assist from Mary Van Eaton.” During halftime, the coaching staff emphasized the importance of improving fundamental skills, and the team responded. Hailey Courson continued her scoring spree with another goal in the 50th minute, assisted by Kennedy Noble. Mary Van Eaton added to the tally with a stunning solo effort, striking the ball from outside the 18-yard box and finding the side netting in the 57th minute. The final goal of the night was a product of teamwork, as Lily Lightfoot capitalized on an assist from Ashley Limbird. In addition to their impressive offensive display, the Cruisers displayed defensive prowess, preventing the Hoquiam Grizzlies from making any significant advances. Tierney Amaral, the Cruisers' goalkeeper, had a unique experience during the match, recording a shutout without even having to touch the ball once, a testament to the team's collective effort on the field. OT VS. ELMA The Cruisers' winning momentum carried over to their next matchup against the Elma Eagles. In an intense contest, they secured a 1-0 victory in overtime. Coach Swartout beamed with

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Whisk the flour, baking soda and salt in a bowl and set aside. Cream the butter and sugars in the bowl of an electric mixer, fitted with a paddle attachment, until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes). Add the egg and vanilla and mix well. Add the almond butter and mix until smooth. Add the flour to the mixing bowl and mix until the ingredients are incorporated without overmixing. Stir in the chocolate, including all the little pieces and dusty bits (they will melt into the batter). Drop heaping tablespoons of the dough on baking sheets lined with parchment. Add a tiny pinch of sea salt flakes to each cookie. Bake until light golden in color, 13 to 15 minutes. Slide the parchment and cookies onto a wire rack to cool. The cookies will continue to firm up while cooling. Lynda Balslev is an award-winning writer, cookbook author, and recipe developer based in northern California. Visit TasteFood at TasteFoodblog.com. pride as she reflected on her team's performance. "What a great team win. Every single girl played so well last night — starters and substitutes alike. Our team has such great depth, and it has been so great to see the amount of growth and progress we’ve made in a few short weeks,” said Swartout. The victory against Elma improved the Cruisers' record to 2-1 in 1A Evergreen League play and 5-3-1 overall. Swartout commended her team's defensive efforts against a formidable opponent. "Defensively, we were very sound — Elma has great attackers, and we handled the challenge well," she said. The game remained tied at 0-0 through regulation, with both teams creating scoring opportunities. However, the Cruisers seized their chance in the first overtime period. A wellexecuted throw-in by Kyleigh Backlund found its way into Elma’s 18-yard box, sailing over a defender’s head and deflecting off an Elma player. Kennedy Noble was perfectly positioned, anticipating the play, and was able to take a touch away from the keeper before slotting the ball into the corner to secure the win. "We are very proud of all our girls. Of course, the job is far from done, but it is a good feeling to see our hard work paying off, and we hope to continue to do so,” Swartout said.


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