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Dec. 13, 2023

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2023 EATONVILLE CHRISTMAS PARADE

The 2023 Annual Christmas Parade in Eatonville took place over the weekend.

2 local funding measures on February ballot Submitted

During the Nov. 29 school board meeting, the Board of Directors voted unanimously to approve two local funding measures for the special election ballot on Feb. 13. The proposed measures include: 1. Replacement Educational Programs & Operations (EP&O) Levy, which provides funding for educational programs, supplemental programs, and basic operating expenses that aren’t fully funded by the state. This includes, but not limited to the following: ■ Music and Arts ■ Athletics and Extracurricular Activities ■ Staffing ■ Educational Materials ■ Technology ■ Transportation

■ Food Services ■ Operation expenses This levy replaces the existing EP&O levy which expires at the end of 2024. 2. Capital Projects Levy to provide funding for major repairs and upgrades to facilities districtwide, including but not limited to: ■ Major roof and gutter repairs ■ Major repairs to aging heating/ cooling systems ■ Major repairs to the swimming pool and other athletic facilities ■ Major technology purchases such as staff/student devices ■ Improvements to technology infrastructure ■ Playground improvements ■ Replacement track and field ■ Ongoing safety and security BALLOT Page 3Æ

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Eatonville United Methodist Church Celebrates 120 years

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Savvy Senior: How to ease the winter blues

ear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about seasonal affective disorder? I’ve always disliked winter, but since I retired and am home a lot more, the gray, cold winter months make me feel really blue. Sad Sam

ear Sam, If you get depressed in the winter but feel better in spring and summer, you may indeed have seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, a wintertime depression that affects roughly 5 percent of Americans. In most cases, SAD is related to the loss of sunlight in the winter months. Reduced sunlight can upset natural sleep-wake cycles and other circadian rhythms that can affect the body. It can also cause a drop in the brain chemical serotonin, which affects mood, and can increase the levels of the hormone melatonin, which can make you feel more tired and lethargic. If you think you may have SAD, a trip to your doctor’s office is the best way to diagnose it or you can take a SAD “self-assessment” test at the Center for Environmental Therapeutics website at CET.org/ assessments. If you find that you have SAD, here are several treatment options and remedies that can help. Light therapy: The most effective treatment for SAD is sitting in front of a specialized light therapy box

Adobe Stock Image for 20 to 30 minutes a day, within the first hour of waking up in the morning. Light therapy mimics outdoor light to cause a change in brain chemicals linked to mood. While you can buy a light box without a prescription, it’s best to use it under the guidance of a health care provider and follow the manufacturer’s guidelines. Most health insurance plans do not cover the cost. The best light therapy lamps provide 10,000 lux of illumination, many times stronger than typical indoor light, and have a diffuser screen that filters out ultraviolet rays

and projects downward toward the eyes. Some top-rated light therapy products include the Carex DayLight Classic Plus Bright Lamp ($145); Northern Light Technology Boxelite-OS ($205); and the budget friendly Verilux HappyLight Luxe ($70), all of which are available at Amazon.com. Cognitive behavioral therapy: Even though SAD is considered to be a biological problem, identifying and changing thought and behavior patterns can help alleviate symptoms too. To help you with this, choose a therapist who specializes in cognitive

behavioral therapy and who has experience in treating SAD. To locate someone in your area, Psychology Today offers a search tool at PsychologyToday.com/us/therapists/ cognitive-behavioral-cbt. Antidepressants: Some people with SAD benefit from antidepressant treatments too. Some proven medications to ask your doctor about are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and the extendedrelease antidepressant bupropion. But keep in mind that it may take several weeks to notice full benefits from an antidepressant. In addition, you may have to try different medications before you find one that works well for you and has the fewest side effects. Lifestyle remedies: Some other things you can do to help alleviate your SAD symptoms include making your environment sunnier and brighter. So, open up your blinds, sit closer to bright windows and get outside as much as you can. Even on cold or cloudy days, outdoor light can help, especially if you spend some time outside within two hours of getting up in the morning. Moderate exercise such as walking, swimming, yoga and even tai chi can also help alleviate SAD symptoms, as can social activities. 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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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. Submit information to dispatch@pacifcpublishing.com LEARN ABOUT FRIENDS OF EATONVILLE LIBRARY The 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. To learn more about the group, contact Mike Eaton at 253-310–7709 or reach him in person at the library any Friday. There is no obligation. Application forms to join the organization are available at the library. Also, The Friends of the Eatonville Library Group is currently operating with only two members — in contrast to 10-13 members in the pre-Covid era. The group seeks members and volunteers. Contact Mike Eaton. FRIENDS OF LIBRARY SEEKS OFFICERS The Friends of the Eatonville Library Group has officer positions that need to be filled. At a minimum, the positions of President, Treasurer, and Secretary will need to be filled for the Group to continue. Interested? Contact Mike Eaton at 253-310-7709 to volunteer. BALLOT from Page 1Æ upgrades ■ Energy enhancements The two proposed measures are replacing existing levies that are expiring, therefore if the proposed measures pass, tax rates are projected to decrease! “Our schools are the heart of our community," said Mr. Jay Brower, Superintendent. "These buildings,

and the foundational learning that students receive on our campuses, facilitate life-long successes, community connections and meaningful memories. I am thankful for the board's commitment to highquality education coupled with fiscal responsibility.” More information and opportunities for community engagement and questions will be shared over the next couple months.

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Panforte Di Siena: A holiday cake confection

By Lynda Balslev

anforte is a festive Italian cake that lives up to its name. Pan (bread) and forte (strong) are apt descriptors for this dense fruitand nut-jammed cake. Its origin stretches back to Siena, Tuscany, during the Middle Ages, when a bread flavored with honey and pepper was paid to the local monks as a tax. When the spice trade introduced a trove of spices to Italy through Venice, more spices were added to the bread, and it became a Christmas tradition. Panforte is a stiff and sticky package: a jumble of nuts, fruit and dried spice bound together by a slick of honey syrup and chocolate that hardens the cake as it cools, inching it into confection territory. As uncakey as this might sound, panforte is delicious. The addition of dark and unsweetened chocolate balances the sugar and grounds the spice with warming earthiness. The cake is notably firm, which allows the palate some time to savor the small bites as they dissolve in the mouth. Thanks to its texture, panforte is best enjoyed in small slivers, an ideal accompaniment to coffee or an after-dinner drink or as a wintry addition to a cheese board. This is an all-season cake, which means, literally, it will last all season. Make it now and store it in an airtight container where it will keep for up to three weeks at room temperature, or for three months in the refrigerator. Panforte Active time: 20 minutes Total time: 50 minutes, plus cooling time Yield: Makes one (8- to 9-inch) cake ▶ 1 cup hazelnuts, toasted, skins removed, chopped ▶ 1 cup almonds, toasted, chopped ▶ 1 cup chopped dried Mission figs ▶ 1/2 cup finely chopped candied oranges ▶ 1/2 cup golden raisins ▶ 3/4 cup all-purpose flour ▶ 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder ▶ 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ▶ 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice ▶ 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger ▶ 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

▶ 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt ▶ 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander ▶ 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves ▶ 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg ▶ 3/4 cup honey ▶ 3/4 cup granulated sugar ▶ 3 ounces finely chopped dark (72%) chocolate ▶ Confectioners' sugar for garnish Heat the oven to 320 degrees. Butter an 8- to 9-inch springform pan and line with parchment paper. Combine the hazelnuts, almonds, figs, candied oranges and raisins in a large bowl.

In a separate bowl, add the flour, cocoa powder, cinnamon, allspice, ginger, pepper, salt, coriander, cloves and nutmeg. Whisk to blend. Pour over the nut and fruit mixture and stir to combine. Combine the honey and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil and simmer for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon. Turn off the heat, add the chocolate and stir until smooth. Working quickly, pour the sugar mixture over the fruit and nuts. Stir to combine (the mixture will

immediately stiffen; keep stirring to thoroughly combine). Spread in the prepared cake pan (it will be sticky) and smooth the top. Bake in the oven for 30 minutes. Transfer to a rack to cool for 30 minutes, then remove from pan. Cool the cake completely (the cake will continue to firm up). Once cool, dust the confectioners' sugar over the cake. Lynda Balslev is an award-winning writer, cookbook author, and recipe developer based in northern California. Visit TasteFood at TasteFoodblog.com.

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Eatonville welcomes CenterPoint Eatonville martial arts C

By Sara Wendell

If you have a child in the Eatonville School District you may have noticed an advertisement that went out to parents last spring about the starting of a martial arts class at Weyerhaeuser Elementary School for kids and adults. Many parents brought their children to try the class because there was no contract required and the first class was free. No one knew exactly what it would be like but many anticipated a great experience and maybe some additional exercise for their youngsters. The families who have continued to take their children to the Eatonville Martial Arts class every Tuesday and Thursday evening have seen the wonders of martial arts change their children in different ways. Caleb Young is the founder of Eatonville Martial Arts. Sensei Caleb, as his students call him, is not originally from Washington. He met his wife, married her and moved to Ashford because that is where she lived. Sensei Caleb earned his first degree black belt when he was only thirteen years old and second degree black belt only four years later. Caleb is employed by the ESD in facilities maintenance. “I want to pass along something to the next generation that helped me in my life,” Young said. He went on to explain that martial arts had a huge impact in his life and that his martial arts teacher was his mentor and allowed him to teach classes at a rather young age. “I was nervous because there are other martial arts classes in the area that are very aggressive,” said Shauntae Dunn, homeschool parent of two boys in Caleb’s class. She went on to say “Caleb’s class is child friendly, he is stern with discipline but gives them room to be kids and makes it fun.” Dunn explained that her youngest son is shy but she wanted him to have something he could be proud of and be more focused.

Courtesy Caleb Young is the founder of Eatonville Martial Arts. In response to comments about aggressiveness in other karate schools Sensei Caleb stated, “everyone does karate class differently, I’m here to teach the kids.” His goal is to maintain order. He expects the kids to do their best and “as long as everyone is learning and progressing, it’s fine.” An adult class is also offered right after the kids class at 6:30 p.m. “Part of it is a weekly cardio workout, another part is self defense,” said Sensi Caleb, when speaking of his class for adults. He is currently developing a curriculum to use karate in real world scenarios. Adults are at a different stage in life, not just defending themselves but also defending family. Classes are currently being held in the Eatonville Middle School commons. The kids class starts at 5:30 p.m. and the adult class begins at 6:30 p.m. each Tuesday and Thursday evening. If you or your child want to try it out just show up. In the words of Sensei Caleb, “You never know until you try it, the first class is free! It can benefit everyone.”

enterPoint took what used to be the industrial heart of Eatonville, and turned it into a spiritual center of hope, freedom and family values for the community. CenterPoint is located at 351 Madison Avenue South, in Eatonville. It’s on 10 acres of the Old Mill Property, directly adjacent to the skate park. Our Main Event begins at 10 a.m. on Sundays, with contemporary music, a full live band, advanced technologies and special effects that communicate a modern worship experience celebrating the goodness of God. The gathering is broadcast online at 10 a.m. and again at 8 p.m. on Sundays. We currently meet in a beautiful temporary structure; however, plans are well underway to complete our permanent worship center of 28,000 square feet. There are many reasons you may want to consider visiting CenterPoint! On Sundays we offer a childcare program called KidsPoint, which shares the love of Jesus at age-appropriate levels from babies to age twelve. For middle and high school kids, CenterPoint has the longest consecutively running, yearround youth program. All of our volunteers that work with children have been vetted and background checked, as well as gone through safe place training. Our transportation shuttle offers rides to Sunday service and Thrive Youth, with advance notice. For adults with hurts, habits and hangups, a God-centered program called Celebrate Recovery, is offered on Tuesday evenings. Should you wish to grow your faith, small group programs and the CenterPoint Institute classes offer direction in Bible study, counseling and leadership. We have a community-based ministry called Love Your Neighbor which helps individuals with home repairs for those in need. We’re always looking for ways to help our local community! For adults aged 50 years or more, the Tried-and-True crew have

bi-monthly outings to experience God’s beauty in nature, visit new places in our state, and enjoy the fellowship of other mature adults. Our luxury 24 passenger motorcoach takes folks to places like the Lavender Festival, Undersea Naval Museum, Lopez Island, and each tour includes lunch too! Most people who live in Eatonville have experienced our annual community events like Summer Festival and Thrive Night. But if you’re new in town these events offer safe, healthy family fun with no admission cost. During the Summer Festival, we have huge inflatables, live music, games for the kids, food trucks and places to just sit and enjoy. For Thrive Night, the youth group enjoys games, free food, music and back-to-school supplies are offered. Many of our Eatonville community members also enjoy our ½ mile trail surrounding our property to play with their dogs and walk the path. We believe that CenterPoint passionately points people to pursue a Christ-centered life! Everything we do is based on this statement. If you are looking for a vibrant, bible teaching church, CenterPoint is for you! CenterPoint is a place for all ages, and we welcome everyone to come as they are, with an open-ended invitation to come and visit! Want to know more about us? Visit our website at www. thecenterpoint.org

PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF EATONVILLE

On November 27, 2023 the Eatonville Town Council voted to approve Ordinance 2023-7. An Ordinance of the Town of Eatonville, Washington, amending the 2023 Budget of the Town of Eatonville, as adopted by Ordinance 2022-7 and amended by Ordinance 2023-4. Ordinance 20237 may be found on the Town’s website at www. eatonville-wa.gov or at Town Hall.

On November 13, 2023 the Eatonville Town Council voted to approve Ordinance 2023-5. An Ordinance of the Town of Eatonville, Washington, authorizing the collection of the Eatonville Regular Tax Levy for the year 2024. Ordinance 2023-5 may be found on the Town’s website at www. eatonville-wa.gov or at Town Hall.

On November 13, 2023 the Eatonville Town Council voted to approve Ordinance 2023-6. An Ordinance of the Town of Eatonville, Washington, authorizing the collection of the Eatonville EMS Levy for 2024. Ordinance 2023-6 may be found on the Town’s website at www.eatonville-wa.gov or at Town Hall.

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Cruisers falter in rivalry showdown Orting Cardinals hand Eatonville 3rd consecutive loss By Skip Smith

Contributing Writer

Courtesy Annie Norman Eatonville's Lillian Bickford, shown here in a game earlier in the season, matched her career-high with 16 points in the Cruisers win over rival Orting.

Bickford shines as Eatonville girls’ basketball dominates Orting, 63-38 By Skip Smith

Contributing Writer

The Eatonville girls' basketball team showcased resilience and determination as they bounced back from an early week setback, defeating their rivals, the Orting Cardinals, with a decisive 63-38 victory on Saturday evening at home. The Cruisers faced an early deficit, trailing 9-7, but swiftly turned the tide with an impressive 18-0 run, establishing a commanding lead they maintained throughout the game. Bailey Andersen led the charge with a game-high 22 points, demonstrating her scoring prowess on the court. Junior post Lillian Bickford matched her career high with 16 points and achieved her first double-double of the season, pulling down an impressive 10 rebounds. Head Coach Deanna Andersen praised Bickford's performance, stating, "Lillian's extra practice over the summer is really paying off during games. The girls are getting better at getting her passes

she can use." The scoring distribution for Eatonville highlighted a wellrounded team effort, with Hailey Hall contributing 8 points and 5 rebounds, Ryan Stammen adding 7 points, Sara Smith chipping in 5 points and 6 rebounds, Sadie Mettler recording 3 points and 4 rebounds, and Kyleigh Backlund putting up 2 points along with 4 rebounds. In their earlier game of the week against Black Hills, the Lady Cruisers faced challenges finding the basket, posting a season-low 42 points. Despite the defeat, Bailey Andersen showcased her scoring prowess with a season-high 27 points. Hailey Hall displayed her dominance on the boards, pulling down an incredible 15 rebounds. Looking ahead, the Eatonville girls' basketball team is set to continue their season with confidence. They will face Castle Rock on Thursday and host Morton-White Pass on Saturday aiming to build on their recent success and carry the momentum into upcoming matchups.

In their annual matchup with their rivals, the Eatonville Cruiser boys' basketball team faced a disappointing setback on Saturday evening as they hosted the Orting Cardinals. The Cruisers, coming off a string of unsatisfactory results from the prior week, sought a rebound but were handed their third consecutive loss by the Cardinals, with a final score of 68-49. The game started on a promising note for Eatonville as they opened with a 5-0 run, establishing an early lead. However, the Cardinals swiftly responded with a 7-0 run of their own, finishing the first quarter with a 14-12 lead. Eatonville mounted a comeback in the second quarter, initiating a 9-0 run and entering halftime with a 30-26 lead. Unfortunately, Orting, motivated by a four-game losing streak against Eatonville, staged a formidable comeback in the third quarter. A commanding 21-2 run in that period secured a lead that the Cardinals maintained for the rest of the game. The Cruisers' defense struggled to contain Orting's 6-foot 7-inch

senior, Jason Warren, who dominated with a game-high 27 points. Eatonville's offensive woes deepened in the second half, with the Cardinals outscoring them 4219. Head Coach TJ Cotterill reflected on the challenges, stating, "It snowballed on us in the third quarter. We were a play or two away from going on some great runs, and then we really struggled taking care of the ball and finding quality shots." Cotterill acknowledged the valuable lessons from the past couple of games, emphasizing the learning curve for the team's inexperienced varsity players. He highlighted the necessity of toughness, discipline, and togetherness to consistently compete at a high level. Scoring for Eatonville featured Griffin Clevenger with 13 points, Mark Nueva with 12, Amari Samuel with 11, Hunter Klumpar with 7, Favien Pina with 4, and Michael Stogsdill with 2. Looking ahead, the Cruisers aim to apply these lessons in their upcoming matchups: Wednesday at Morton-White Pass; Friday at Castle Rock; and Saturday at home against Morton-White Pass.

Courtesy Annie Norman Eatonville's Griffin Clevenger scores two of his team-high 13 points in the Cruisers loss to rival Orting on Saturday evening at Rainier Connect Arena.

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Trinity Potter Eatonville's Kasey Whitney puts Weiser High School's Cole Ingle in a head and arm in his final match of the tournament. He would go on to pin Ingle to take home a 3rd place finish.

Cruiser wrestlers compete in Oregon By Skip Smith

Contributing Writer

The Eatonville High School wrestling team showcased their grit and determination over the weekend, with both the girls and boys squads delivering commendable performances in two highly competitive tournaments. In the Safeway Buckle Classic at Eastern Oregon University, featuring 21 teams, the Eatonville girls faced tough competition with only one wrestler, Brooke Ostendorf. Despite the numerical disadvantage, Ostendorf displayed outstanding skill and

determination. Improving on last week's 3rd place finish, she secured a 2nd place spot. Ostendorf, after earning a first-round bye, impressively pinned each of her next two opponents, propelling her to the finals where she faced a formidable challenge in Lake City's Jalyssa Beach and ultimately secured the 2nd place finish. Turning to the boys, who participated in the Muilenburg Tournament at La Grande High School against 22 teams, Eatonville claimed the 13th position overall. The individual performances were notable and included:

In the 132-pound category, Kasey Whitney secured a 3rd place finish. Despite dropping the semifinal match to Price Thomas of Glenns Ferry High School in Idaho, Whitney displayed resilience in the consolation bracket. He bounced back with two consecutive pins to capture the 3rd place spot. • Ethan Rogers, competing in the 175-pound category, mirrored Whitney's performance by reaching the semifinals but losing to La Grande’s Ridge Kehr. Rogers rebounded in the consolation bracket, securing a 5th place finish by defeating Barlow High School’s Samuel Abraham

after dropping his previous match. • Jacob Ostendorf, wrestling in the 165-pound category, fought his way to a 7th place finish. Following a bye in the opening round, he experienced a setback with a loss to Mitchell Johnson of Oregon City HS. Undeterred, Ostendorf navigated through the consolation bracket, winning all four matches and securing the 7th place finish. Looking ahead, the Eatonville wrestling team is set to continue their competitive season with upcoming events. On December 12th, the JV boys

will compete at Rogers HS. On December 15th and 16th, selected boys will participate in the Tri State 2023 Tourney at North Idaho College. Additionally, on December 16th, the boys will compete in the Rogers Holiday Tournament at Rogers High School, while the girls will Lady Mountaineers Invitation tournament at Rainier High School. The Eatonville High School wrestling team's resilient performances and commitment to excellence highlight their promising season as they face formidable opponents in upcoming tournaments.

Give blood with Red Cross ahead of busy holiday weeks By Red Cross

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As people make travel plans to celebrate with family and friends this year, the American Red Cross asks donors to set aside time to give blood for patients waiting for care over the holidays. From a record number of people expected to travel to seasonal illnesses and the potential for hazardous winter weather, it can be difficult for the Red Cross to collect

enough blood for patients during the winter months. When donors come to give the gift of a blood or platelet donation in December, the Red Cross will say thank you with several exciting opportunities: Thanks to Prime Video and their new film Candy Cane Lane, featuring an all-star cast, including Eddie Murphy and Tracee Ellis Ross, and directed by Reginald Hudlin, those who come to give blood, platelets or AB Elite plasma

Dec. 1-31, 2023, will automatically be entered for a chance to win a $1,000 Amazon.com Gift Card and a 65-inch Omni QLED Series Amazon Fire TV. Details available at RedCrossBlood.org/Amazon. Those who come to give blood, platelets or AB Elite plasma Dec. 1-17, 2023, will receive a $10 Amazon.com Gift Card by email. Details available at RedCrossBlood. org/Amazon. Those who come to give blood,

platelets or AB Elite plasma Dec. 18, 2023-Jan. 5, 2024, will receive an exclusive Red Cross long-sleeved T-shirt, while supplies last. Making and keeping appointments throughout the month can help safeguard the national blood supply into the new year. Schedule an appointment by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800733-2767).

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Tacoma students engage with wildlife on field trip to Northwest Trek Wildlife Park By Northwest Trek Wildlife Park

On a chilly, sunny November morning in Eatonville, more than 150 third, fourth, and fifth-grade students from Tacoma’s Lister Elementary gathered at the entrance to Northwest Trek Wildlife Park. “We can’t wait to see the bears!” “The wolves!” “The cougar!” students all chimed in, bundled up in jackets and hats. Their excitement far outweighed the 40-degree temperature. They split up into small groups and gathered around a park map. “Where should we start?” asked fifth-grade teacher Anna Paker. “The bobcats!” her group of five students exclaimed, and off they were to explore the cat loop. Immediately, the students pointed out the difference in the coloring of the bobcats’ coats. Tanner the bobcat has more brown in his coat, while Tahoma has more gray tones. “Great observations!” complimented Kendra Vance, an education program specialist from Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium who works weekly with many of the students at Lister Elementary. Vance plays an integral role in the Wildlife Champions program, an award-winning partnership of Point Defiance Zoo and Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, their umbrella agency Metro Parks Tacoma, and Tacoma Public Schools designed to teach empathy for wildlife through nature-based science. Working closely with teachers, staff from the Zoo, Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, and Tacoma Nature Center offer weekly classes for every Lister Elementary kindergarten through fifth grade student and hit Next Generation science standards, as well

Katie G. Cotterill / Northwest Trek Wildlife Park Wildlife Champions Specialist Kendra Vance with students from Tacoma. as math, language, arts, and Washington’s Since Time Immemorial studies. It’s the hands-on aspect that kids find really enjoyable. Activities range from making windsocks to chalk art about salmon life cycles, planting camas bulbs, and free field trips to both the Zoo and Northwest Trek. Wildlife Champions is rooted in a major study by Zoo conservation engagement staff, in collaboration with Woodland Park Zoo and Seattle Aquarium, investigating how psychological principles of empathy could be applied to behavior change benefitting nature and wildlife. Research shows that urban children – especially those in high-diversity, historically underserved neighborhoods – have less and less connection to nature. Lister Elementary is located within one of Tacoma’s most diverse and traditionally underserved neighborhoods: the Salishan community on the city’s Eastside, boasting the vast forest, canyon, and salmon-bearing stream of Swan Creek Park. Students visit the park monthly with Zoo staff to engage with nature. Back at the field trip at Northwest Trek, you can see the students actively using what they’ve been taught, like observation

skills. “Look at Carly, the cougar. She’s stalking a bird!” some boys said as they watched in awe. “So far this year, they learned about the necessities for animals like food, water, and shelter,” said Vance. “They’ve also learned about food webs and how each organism has a job to do in the ecosystem.” Without prompting, one girl noticed a food web sign in the wildlife park and called over to her classmates. They all squished together to get a close look at it. “They just took a test on food webs yesterday,” said Parker. In the Baker Cabin, the students had a chance to warm up and see their fifth-grade class mascot, the gray wolves. “Ms. Parker, I touched a wolf pelt!” one of the children exclaimed. One of the final stops on their trip was the owls and eagles. “Ms. Parker, that one is the female snowy owl, and that one is the male. Females have more spots on their chests,” said 10-year-old Chris. “We learned that fact last year when the snowy owl was our mascot!” 10-yearold Manuel chimed in. Vance and Parker looked at each other with a warm smile. All the lessons were making a difference.

Dec. 13, 2023

Trustee Sale No.:F23-00136 WA Notice Of Trustee’s Sale Of Commercial Loan(s) Loan No.:107628 Title Order No.:2341130WAD Pursuant to R.C.W. Chapter 61.24, et seq. and 62A.9A-604(a) (2) et seq. Grantor: BT Property Investments, a Washington limited liability company Current Beneficiary of Deed of Trust: CFIN 2022-RTL1 Issuer LLC Current Trustee for the Deed of Trust: Scott D. Crawford, Esq. Current Mortgage Servicer for the Deed of Trust: FCI Lender Services, Inc. Reference Number of Deed of Trust: recorded on 01/26/2022 as Instrument No. 202201260734 Parcel Number(s): 4360000390 I Notice Is Hereby Given that the undersigned trustee, Scott D. Crawford, Esq. (the “Trustee”), will on 01/12/2024 at the hour of 10:00AM at the Second Floor Entry Plaza outside Pierce County Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma, WA 98402, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable, in the form of cash, or cashier’s check or certified checks from federally or State chartered banks, at the time of sale the following described real and personal property, situated in the County of Pierce, State of Washington, to-wit: Lot 39, Harborview Heights First Addition To Tacoma Washington, According To The Plat Thereof Recorded In Volume 13 Of Plats, Page 32, Records Of Pierce County, Washington. Situate In The County Of Pierce, State Of Washington Personal Property Description: See Attached Exhibit “A” APN: 4360000390 Commonly known as: 2026 Browns Point Blvd, Tacoma, WA 984222310 The Property is subject to that certain Deed of Trust, Assignments of Leases and Rents, Fixture Filing, and Security Agreement dated 01/25/2022(the “Deed of Trust”) granted by BT Property Investments, LLC, a Washington limited liability company, as grantor, for the benefit of HouseMax Funding Fund I LLC, a Texas limited liability company, as original beneficiary, recorded on 01/26/2022 as Instrument No. 202201260734, records of Pierce County, Washington, the beneficial interest in which was assigned, is presently held by CFIN 2022-RTL1 Issuer LLC (the “Beneficiary” under an Assignment recorded 06/29/2023 as Auditor’s File No. 202306290216, records of Pierce County, Washington. The Beneficiary hereby elects to conduct a unified foreclosure sale pursuant to the provisions of Revised Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code and to include in the nonjudicial foreclosure of the estate described in this Notice of Default all of the personal property and fixtures described in the Deed of Trust and in any other instruments in favor of the Beneficiary other than any escrows, reserves, impounds or deposits held by or on behalf of the Beneficiary. The Beneficiary reserves the right to revoke its election as to some or all of said personal property and/or fixtures, or to add additional personal property and/or fixtures to the election herein expressed, at the Beneficiary’s sole election, from time to time and at any time until the consummation of the Trustee’s sale to be conducted pursuant to the Deed of Trust and this Notice of Trustee’s Sale. II No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust or the Beneficiary’s successor 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: The unpaid balance of principal which became all due and payable on 07/01/2023, which is the amount of $2,192,994.88 as of the date of this notice, plus interest, default interest, advances, delinquent property taxes, trustee’s fees and expenses, legal fees and other collection costs. Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: Amount due as of 9/30/2023 Unpaid Principal Balance $ 2,192.994.88 Regular Interest (4/1/23 to 9/30/23) $ 109,649.76 Default Interest (6/1/23 to 9/30/23) $ 32,894.92 Deferred Unpaid Interest $ 18,274.96 Late Fees Due from Paid-to-Date $ 1,827.50 Unpaid Loan Charges or Advances $ 27,706.47 Suspense Balance $ (1,056.65) Est Foreclosure Fees and Costs $ 16,910.30 Total Amount Due To Pay Off The Loan $2,399,202.14 IV The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $2,192,994.88, together with interest and default interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured, 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 01/12/2024. The default(s) referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 01/01/2024 (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time on or before 01/01/2024 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in Paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due, is/are 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 01/01/2024 (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 by paying the entire principal and

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interest, plus costs, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or the Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or the Trustee to the Borrower(s), grantor(s) or the guarantors at the following address(es): BT Property Investments, LLC, 2026 Browns Point Blvd, Tacoma, WA 984222310 BT Property Investments, LLC 34211 Pacific Hwy S., Federal Way, WA 98003 Binh Tran, c/o BT Property Investments, LLC 2026 Browns Point Blvd, Tacoma, WA 98422-2310 Binh Tran, c/o BT Property Investments, LLC 34211 Pacific Hwy S., Federal Way, WA 98003 Binh Tran, 34211 Pacific Hwy S., Federal Way, WA 98003 Binh Tran, 2026 Browns Point Blvd, Tacoma, WA 98422-2310 Hoa Tran, 34211 Pacific Hwy S., Federal Way, WA 98003 by both first class and certified mail on 08/01/2023 proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 08/04/2023, the Borrower and grantor were personally served 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. VII The Trustee’s sale will be held in accordance with Ch. 61.24 RCW and anyone wishing to bid at the sale will be required to have in his/ her possession at the time the bidding commences, cash, cashier’s check, or certified check in the amount of at least one dollar over the Beneficiary’s opening bid. In addition, the successful bidder will be required to pay the full amount of his/her bid in cash, cashier’s check, or certified check within one hour of the making of the bid. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. 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 any objections 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 same 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. Scott D. Crawford, Esq. ZBS Law, LLP 11335 NE 122nd, Suite 105 Kirkland WA 98034 Phone: (714) 508-7373 X The obligation secured by the Deed of Trust being foreclosed herein was not incurred primarily for personal, family or household purposes. Pursuant to RCW 61.24.100, the subject foreclosure does not preclude any judicial or non-judicial foreclosure of any other deeds of trust, mortgage, security agreements or other security interests granted to secure this obligation. The Beneficiary hereby reserves its right to foreclose any or all additional security. XI Notice To Guarantors The guarantors may be liable for a deficiency judgment to the extent the sale price obtained at the Trustee’s sale is less than the debt secured by the Deed of Trust. The guarantors have the same rights to reinstate the debt, cure the default, or repay the debt as is given to the grantor in order to avoid the Trustee’s sale. The guarantors will have no rights to redeem the property after the Trustee’s sale. Subject to such longer periods as are provided in the Washington deed of trust act, chapter 61.24 RCW, any action brought to enforce a guaranty must be commenced within one year after the trustee’s sale, or the last trustee’s sale under any deed of trust granted to secure the same debt. In any action for deficiency, the guarantors will have the right to establish the fair value of the property as of the date of the Trustee’s sale, less prior liens and encumbrances, and to limit its liability for a deficiency to the difference between the debt and the greater of such fair value or the sale price paid at the Trustee’s sale, plus interest and costs. XII Notice To Occupants Or Tenants - The purchaser at the trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the grantor under the Deed of Trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the Deed of Trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. If you are a servicemember or a dependent of a servicemember, you may be entitled to certain protections under the federal Servicemembers Civil Relief Act and any comparable state laws regarding the risk of foreclosure. If you believe you may be entitled to these protections, please contact our office immediately. Additional disclaimers provided by the Trustee: If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the noteholders rights against the real property only. Dated: 9/12/23 Scott D. Crawford, Esq., as Successor Trustee /s/ Scott D. Crawford By: Scott D. Crawford, Esq. Address: Scott D. Crawford, Esq., as Successor Trustee ZBS Law, LLP 11335 NE 122nd, Suite 105 Kirkland, WA 98034 Phone: (714) 508-7373 Sale Line: (877) 440-4460 Sales Website: www.mkconsultantsinc.com Exhibit “A” All equipment, fixtures, and other articles of personal property now or hereafter owned by Trustor, and now or hereafter attached or affixed to the Real Property; together with all accessions, parts, and additions to, all replacements of,

and all substitutions for, any such property; and together with all proceeds (including without limitation all insurance proceeds and refunds of premiums) from any sale or disposition of the Property. Published in the Dispatch December 13, 2023 & January 3, 2024

File No: 22-00368WA NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to RCW 61.24 et seq. Grantor(s) of Deed of Trust Marjorie G. Grochowicz Current Beneficiary Erostylis, LLC. Current Trustee Affinia Default Services, LLC Current Mortgage Servicer Land Home Financial Services, Inc. Deed of Trust Recording Number (Ref. #) 200911230078 Parcel Number(s) 8007000151 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee will on December 22, 2023, at 10:00 AM sell at public auction located At the Second Floor Entry Plaza Outside Pierce County Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Ave South, Tacoma, WA, to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following-described real property, situated in the County of Pierce, State of Washington, to wit: LOT 15 AND THE NORTH HALF OF LOT 16 OF SUNRISE CREST, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN VOLUME 29 OF PLATS, PAGE 39, RECORDS OF PIERCE COUNTY AUDITOR. SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON. Commonly known as: 6810 46TH Avenue E, Tacoma, WA 98443 The above property is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated November 18, 2009, recorded November 23, 2009, under Auditor’s File No. 200911230078, records of Pierce County, Washington, from , as Grantor, to Northwest Trustee Services as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned to Erostylis, LLC., under an Assignment recorded under Auditor’s File No. 202209280575. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. The defaults for which this foreclosure is made are as follows: 1. Reverse Mortgage 2. Failure to pay when due the total debt now owing in the amount of $420,107.87. IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal $194,266.75, together with interest as provided in the Note or other instrument secured from December 1, 2009, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Note, 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 December 22, 2023. Due to the reverse mortgage nature of the loan the non-monetary defaults must be cured, if possible, or entirety of the debt is due and owing. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III must be cured before the date of the sale to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before the sale date, the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time 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 Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following addresses: MajorieG. Grochowicz 6810 46TH AVE E TACOMA, WA 98443 by both first class and certified mail on July 06, 2023; and the notice of default was personally served upon the Borrower and Grantor, or was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in paragraph I above on July 06, 2023. The Trustee has possession of proof of mailing, and service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. 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 are afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to the 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 chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. You have only until 90 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this Notice of Trustee Sale to be referred to mediation. If this is an amended Notice of Trustee Sale providing a 45-day notice of the sale, mediation must be requested no later than 25 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this amended Notice of Trustee Sale. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUS-

ING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Telephone: 1-877-894HOME (1-877-894-4663) Website: http:// www.dfi.wa.gov/consumers/homeownership/ post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure. htm The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Telephone: 1-800-569-4287 Website: http://www.hud. gov/offices/hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/index.cfm?webL istAction=search&searchstate=WA&filterS vc=dfc The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: 1-800-606-4819 Website: http://nwjustice. org/what-clear PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT AFFINIA DEFAULT SERVICES, LLC MAY BE DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DATED August 18, 2023 By: Samantha Snyder Name: Samantha Snyder Title: Foreclosure Specialist of Affinia Default Services, LLC 320 120th Ave. NE, Suite B203 Bellevue, WA 98005 (425) 8004703 NPP0438958 To: DISPATCH (PIERCE) 11/22/2023, 12/13/2023 File No: 23-00526WA NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to RCW 61.24 et seq. Grantor(s) of Deed of Trust Judy A. Pagni and Alan G. Pagni Current Beneficiary Freedom Mortgage Corporation Current Trustee Affinia Default Services, LLC Current Mortgage Servicer Freedom Mortgage Corporation Deed of Trust Recording Number (Ref. #) 201802200014 Parcel Number(s) 3000070060 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee will on December 22, 2023, at 9:00 AM sell at public auction located 2nd Floor Entry Plaza Outside the County Courthouse, Pierce County Superior Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma WA 98402, to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following-described real property, situated in the County of Pierce, State of Washington, to wit: Lot 6, Trillium Park, according to the plat thereof, recorded February 26, 1992, under Recording Number 9202280533, in Pierce County, Washington. Commonly known as: 5604 134th Street Ct. NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98332 The above property is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated January 23, 2018, recorded February 20, 2018, under Auditor’s File No. 201802200014, records of Pierce County, Washington, from Judy A. Pagni and Alan G. Pagni, as Grantor, to First American Title Ins. Co. as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as designated nominee for Freedom Mortgage Corporation, beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned to Freedom Mortgage Corporation, under an Assignment recorded under Auditor’s File No. 202202140004. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. The defaults for which this foreclosure is made are as follows: 1. Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: o $47,437.62 which included the monthly payments, late charges, and accrued fees and costs. IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal $457,883.86, together with interest as provided in the Note or other instrument secured from September 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 December 22, 2023. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III must be cured by December 11, 2023 (11 days before the sale date), to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time on or before December 11, 2023 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after December 11, 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 Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following addresses: AlanG. Pagni 5604 134th Street Ct Nw Gig Harbor, WA 98332 AlanG. Pagni 5604 134th Street Ct Nw Gig Harbor, WA 98332 JudyA. Pagni 5604 134th Street Ct Nw Gig Harbor, WA 98332 JudyA. Pagni 5604 134th Street Ct Nw Gig Harbor, WA 98332 by both first class and certified mail on March 07, 2023; and the notice of default was personally served upon the Borrower and Grantor, or was posted in

a conspicuous place on the real property described in paragraph I above on March 07, 2023. The Trustee has possession of proof of mailing, and service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. 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 are afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to the 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 chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. You have only until 90 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this Notice of Trustee Sale to be referred to mediation. If this is an amended Notice of Trustee Sale providing a 45-day notice of the sale, mediation must be requested no later than 25 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this amended Notice of Trustee Sale. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Telephone: 1-877-894HOME (1-877-894-4663) Website: http:// www.dfi.wa.gov/consumers/homeownership/ post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure. htm The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Telephone: 1-800-569-4287 Website: http://www.hud. gov/offices/hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/index.cfm?webL istAction=search&searchstate=WA&filterS vc=dfc The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: 1-800-606-4819 Website: http://nwjustice. org/what-clear PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT AFFINIA DEFAULT SERVICES, LLC MAY BE DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DATED August 22, 2023. By: Kellee Vollendorff Name: Kellee Vollendorff Title: Foreclosure Specialist of Affinia Default Services, LLC 320 120th Ave. NE, Suite B203 Bellevue, WA 98005 (425) 8004703 NPP0439849 To: DISPATCH (PIERCE) 11/22/2023, 12/13/2023 IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON (rcw46.55.130), GRAHAM TOWING #5124 WILL SELL ABANDONED VEHICLES TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER ON December 19, 2023 AT 11:00am. PRIOR INSPECTION WILL BE FROM 10:00am UNTIL 11:00am. THIS COMPANY CAN BE CONTACTED AT 253-2622869. FOR QUESTIONS REGARDING THE AUCTION. THE SALE IS LOCATION IS: 10015 213TH ST E GRAHAM, WA 98338 Published in the Dispatch December 13, 2023 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE CASE NO. 22-2-10785-1 ORDER OF SALE FOR PROPERTY ADDRESS: 73 RAFT ISLAND DR NW GIG HARBOR, WA 98335 KEYBANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs. WILLIAM L. SPRAGUE; ET AL., Defendant(s). TO: WILLIAM L. SPRAGUE (IN REM), Judgment Debtor(s): An ORDER OF SALE has been issued in the above captioned case, directed to the Sheriff of Pierce County, commanding the sheriff as follows: THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO: Pierce County Sheriff A Judgment of Foreclosure was entered and docketed in this case on May 12, 2023. The Judgment was entered in favor of the Judgment Creditor: Keybank National Association, 4224 Ridge Lea Road, Amherst, NY, 14226; against WILLIAM L. SPRAGUE, with a money award in the amount of $338,659.13, plus post judgment interest at the rate of 3.7500% per annum from May 12, 2023 to date of sale, with a per diem of $34.79, and whereas said judgment is a foreclosure without deficiency judgment, eight month redemption period. Any additional amounts as Plaintiff may advance for taxes, assessments, municipal charges, and such other items that constitute liens on the property, together with insurance and repairs necessary to prevent the impairment of the security, together with interest thereon from the date of payment may also be added to the Judgment and paid from

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sale of the Property pursuant to the Judgment in paragraph 3. NOW, THEREFORE, IN THE NAME OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, you are hereby commanded to sell, in the manner prescribed by law for the sale of real property on execution (subject to redemption of 8 months), all of the interest that the Defendant had on March 27, 2017, the date of the Deed of Trust, and also the interest that the Defendant had thereafter acquired, in the real property described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast corner of Tract “E” of Kuhn’s Raft Island, according to Plat recorded in Book 13 of Plats, Pages 68 and 69, (Being the Center Line of Road); Thence Southwesterly along the Center Line of Road 357.20 feet to the point of beginning; Thence North 50°28’59” West 453.41 Feet to the Meander Line; Thence along the Meander Line South 45°17’ West 110.32 Feet; Thence South 56°44’12” East 463.89 Feet to the Center Line of Road; Thence Northeasterly along the Center Line of Road 60 Feet, more or less to the point of beginning; Together with second Class Tidelands Adjoining; Except the Southwesterly 10.00 Feet thereof, as measured at Right angle to the Southwesterly Line And except the Second Class tidelands adjoining said Southwesterly 10.00 Feet; (Also known as revised Parcel B of Boundary Line Revision 8707060462); Situate in the County of Pierce, State of Washington. APN/Parcel No. 499500-0580 and commonly known as: 73 RAFT ISLAND DR NW, GIG HARBOR, WA 98335. Sale of the property is to satisfy the sum listed above, plus the costs incurred in performing this Order of Sale. You are to make the return within 60 days after issuance by the court. For purposes of sale, the Order may be automatically extended for 30 days. WITNESS, the Honorable TIMOTHY L ASHCRAFT, Judge of the Superior Court and seal of said court, affixed this 7th day of November, 2023 at Tacoma, Washington. CONSTANCE R. WHITE COUNTY CLERK By: AYANA WATSON, DEPUTY CLERK The sale date has been set for JANUARY 19, 2024. YOU MAY HAVE A RIGHT TO EXEMPT PROPERTY from the sale under statutes of this state, including sections 6.13.010, 6.13.030, 6.13.040, 6.15.010, and 6.15.060 of the Revised Code of Washington, in the manner described in those statutes. Presented by: MCCARTHY & HOLTHUS, LLP DAVID M. SWARTLEY, WSBA NO. 51732 108 1ST AVE S, STE 400 SEATTLE, WA. 98104 Attorneys for Plaintiff IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING IN THE ESTATE OF ANGELITA SPRAGUE Deceased Case No.: 23-4-07535-5 KNT PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS 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 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(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 November 13, 2023 Date of first publication December 6, 2023 /s/ KAREN A MILETTE KAREN A MILETTE Personal representative for the Estate of Angelita Sprague c/o Marine View Law & Escrow PLLC 22021 7th Avenue South Suite 6 Des Moines, WA 98198 Tel: (206) 878-8777 /s/ Renee Roman Renee Roman, WSBA #17728 Attorney for the Estate of Angelita Sprague Marine View Law & Escrow PLLC 22021 7th Avenue South Suite 6 Des Moines, WA 98198 Tel: (206) 878-8777 Published in the Dispatch December 6, 13 20, 2023 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE IN THE ESTATE OF VERNON R PRICE, Deceased Case No.: 23-4-02208-7 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administrator 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 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 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 December 6th, 2023. Date of first publication December 13, 2023. /s/ MICHELE CAPESTANY MICHELE CAPESTANY Administrator for the Estate of VERNON R PRICE c/o Marine View Law & Escrow PLLC 22021 7th Avenue South Suite 6 Des Moines, WA 98198 Tel: (206) 878-8777

/s/ Renee Roman Renee Roman, WSBA #17728 Attorney for the Estate of VERNON R PRICE Marine View Law & Escrow PLL 22021 7th Avenue South Suite 6 Des Moines, WA 98198 Tel: (206) 878-8777 Published in the Dispatch December 13, 20 & 27, 2023 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE KEYBANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff(s), vs. WILLIAM L. SPRAGUE; ET AL., Defendant(s). Cause No. 22-2-10785-1 SHERIFF’S PUBLIC NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY TO: WILLIAM L. SPRAGUE (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 73 RAFT ISLAND DR NW, GIG HARBOR, WA 98335. The sale of the above described property is to take place: Time: 10:00 A.M. Date: Friday, January 19, 2024 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 $338,659.13 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, November 29, 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 Commencing at the Southeast corner of Tract “E” of Kuhn’s Raft Island, according to Plat recorded in Book 13 of Plats, Pages 68 and 69, (Being the Center Line of Road); Thence Southwesterly along the Center Line of Road 357.20 feet to the point of beginning; Thence North 50°28’59” West 453.41 Feet to the Meander Line; Thence along the Meander Line South 45°17’ West 110.32 Feet; Thence South 56°44’12” East 463.89 Feet to the Center Line of Road; Thence Northeasterly along the Center Line of Road 60 Feet, more or less to the point of beginning; Together with second Class Tidelands Adjoining; Except the Southwesterly 10.00 Feet thereof, as measured at Right angle to the Southwesterly Line And except the Second Class tidelands adjoining said Southwesterly 10.00 Feet; (Also known as revised Parcel B of Boundary Line Revision 8707060462); Situate in the County of Pierce, State of Washington. PARCEL NO.: 4995000580 ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF: MCCARTHY & HOLTHUS, LLP, ATTORNEYS DAVID M. SWARTLEY, ATTORNEY 108 1ST AVE S, STE 400 SEATTLE, WA. 98104 (206)596-4856 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR PIERCE COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of: ARDUTH M. SCHU, Deceased. NO. 23-4-02583-3 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) 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 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(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: November 20, 2023 Date of first publication: November 29, 2023 DATED this 6th day of May, 2023. HANS CHRISTOPHER SCHU, Personal Representative BURNS LAW, PLLC 3711 Center Street Tacoma, Washington 98409 Telephone: (253) 507-5586 Facsimile: (253) 507-5713 Published in the Dispatch November 29, December 6 & 13, 2023 MOHSSINE KERROU and family have announced the birth of their son, Elias Kerrou was born at 10:05pm, October 4th, 2008 at St. Joseph Medical Center Hospital located at 1717 South J Street Tacoma, WA 98405, on the 14th Floor. Elias weighted 8lbs 5 ounces and was 19.5 inches long. MOHSSINE KERROU and family have announced the birth of their daughter, Reem Kerrou was born at 3:46pm, February 16th, 2013 at Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula. Reem weighted 7lbs 6 ounces and was 18.2 inches long. Published in the Tacoma Weekly and Dispatch December 13, 20, 27 & January 3, 2024 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File No.: 48095684 Title Order No.: 230297758 Grantor: Brianne Landy, an unmarried woman and Sean Munoz, an unmarried man Current beneficiary of the deed of trust: Sun West Mortgage Company, Inc. Current trustee of the deed of trust: Aztec Foreclosure Corporation of Washington Current mortgage servicer of the deed of trust: Sun West Mortgage Company, Inc. Reference number of the deed of trust: 202107201141 Parcel number(s): 6905001050 Abbreviated legal description: LTS 1, 2 and PTN of LT 3, BLK 7, PLEASANTVILLE Commonly known as: 11452 8th Avenue Ct S, Tacoma, WA 98444 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, AZTEC FORECLOSURE CORPORATION OF WASHING-

TON will on January 12, 2024, at the hour of 10:00 am at The 2nd floor entry plaza outside the County Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma, WA 98402, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Pierce, State of Washington, to-wit: Lots 1 and 2 and the East 6 feet of Lot 3 in Block 7 of Pleasantville as per Plat Recorded in Volume 5 of Plats, Page 18, Records of Pierce County, Washington. which is the subject of that certain Deed of Trust dated July 16, 2021, recorded July 20, 2021, under Auditor’s File No. 202107201141, records of Pierce County, Washington, from Brianne Landy, an unmarried woman and Sean Munoz, an unmarried man as Grantor, to Commonwealth Land Title Company as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (‘’MERS’’), as designated nominee for Sun West Mortgage Company, Inc., beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns as Beneficiary, which was assigned by Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (‘’MERS’’), as designated nominee for Sun West Mortgage Company, Inc., beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns to Sun West Mortgage Company, Inc. under an assignment recorded as Instrument No. 202307070297. 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: Delinquent monthly payments from the February 1, 2023 installment on in the sum of$16,312.03 together with all fees, costs and or disbursements incurred or paid by the beneficiary and or trustee, their employees, agents or assigns. The Trustee’s fees and costs are estimated at $3,513.29 as of September 6, 2023. The amount to cure the default payments as of the date of this notice is $20,380.64. Payments and late charges may continue to accrue and additional advances to your loan may be made. It is necessary to contact the beneficiary or Trustee prior to the time you tender the reinstatement amount so that you may be advised of the exact amount you would be required to pay. IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal Balance$372,000.47, together with interest in the Note or other instrument secured from February 1,2023, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. The amount necessary to pay off the entire obligation secured by your Deed of Trust as the date of this notice is $389,001.71. Interest and late charges may continue to accrue and additional advances to your loan may be made. It is necessary to contact the beneficiary or Trustee prior to the time you tender the payoff amount so that you may be advised of the exact amount you would be required to pay. 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 January 12, 2024. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due, must be cured by January 1, 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 on or before January 1, 2024 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due, is/are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale maybe terminated any time after January 1, 2024 (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: Brianne Landy 11452 8th Avenue Court S Tacoma ,WA 98444 Brianne Landy 500 W 1st Street Aberdeen, WA 98520 Sean Munoz 11452 8th Avenue Court S Tacoma ,WA 98444 Sean Munoz 500 W 1st Street Aberdeen, WA 98520 Unknown Spouse and/ or Domestic Partner of Brianne Landy 11452 8th Avenue Court S Tacoma ,WA 98444 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of Brianne Landy 500 W 1st Street Aberdeen, WA 98520 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of Sean Munoz 11452 8th Avenue Court S Tacoma ,WA 98444 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of Sean Munoz 500 W 1st Street Aberdeen, WA 98520 Occupant(s) 11452 8th Avenue Ct S, Tacoma, WA 98444 by both first class and certified mail on July 28, 2023 proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served on July 28, 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 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 July 28, 2023, 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 DEL AY. 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 (1-877894- 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=searchandsearchstate =WAandfilterSvc=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 31st day of Aug. , 2023 AZTEC FORECLOSURE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON By: Inna D. Fabyanchuk President 1499 SE Tech Center Place, Suite 255 Vancouver, WA 98683 (360) 253-8017 / (877) 430-4787 A-4801304 12/13/2023, 01/03/2024 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 166776 Grantor: Angel A. Pena, An Unmarried Person and Carmen Sandoval, An Unmarried Person Current beneficiary of the deed of trust: Matrix Financial Services Corporation Current trustees of the deed of trust: Jason L. Cotton, Attorney, and Eric Marshack, Attorney, The Mortgage Law Firm, PLLC Current mortgage servicer of the deed of trust: RoundPoint Mortgage LLC f/k/a RoundPoint Mortgage Reference number of the deed of trust: 202011100717 Parcel number(s): 8935026370 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee will, on the 22nd day of December, 2023, at the hour of 09:00 o’clock AM Pierce County Superior Courthouse 930 Tacoma Ave. South, on the Second Floor in the City of Tacoma, State of Washington, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Pierce, State of Washington, to-wit: LOTS 4 AND 5, BLOCK 9228, TACOMA LAND COMPANY’S SIXTH ADDITION TO TACOMA ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED MARCH 2, 1889 IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY AUDITOR, RECORDS OF PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON. SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON. The postal address of which is more commonly known as: 4308 S. M St, Tacoma, WA 98418. which is subject to that certain Deed of Trost dated November 6, 2020, recorded November 10, 2020, under Auditor’s File No. 202011100717, records of Pierce County, Washington, from Angel A. Pena, An Unmarried Person and Carmen Sandoval, An Unmarried Person, as Grantor, to Ticor Title Company, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned, under an Assignment recorded May 9, 2020, under Auditor’s File No. 202205090151 of official records in the Office of the Auditor of Pierce County, Washington. 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: $26,229.39; IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of

Trust is: Principal Balance of $286,301.38, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured from 06/01/2022, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. V. The abovedescribed 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 the 22nd day of December, 2023. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III must be cured by the 11th day of December, 2023 (11 days before the sale date), to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time on or before the 11th day of December, 2023 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III is/are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after the 11th day of December, 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: Current Occupant 4308 S. M St Tacoma, WA 98418 All Unknown Persons, Parties, or Occupants 4308 S. M St Tacoma, WA 98418 Angel A. Pena 4308 S. M St Tacoma, WA 98418 Carmen Sandoval 4308 S. M St Tacoma, WA 98418 Angel Pena 4308 S. M St Tacoma, WA 98418 Angel A. Pena 4308 S. M St Tacoma, WA 98418 Carmen Sandoval 4308 S. M St Tacoma, WA 98418 Angel Pena 4308 S. M St Tacoma, WA 98418 by both first-class and certified mail on the 22nd day of June, 2023, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served on the 22nd day of June, 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 service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. 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 any objection to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. JASON L. COTTON, ATTORNEY ERIC MARSHACK, ATTORNEY THE MORTGAGE LAW FIRM, PLLC 1330 N. Washington Street, #3575 Spokane, WA 99201 Phone: (877) 9143498 COMPLIANCE WITH RCW 61.24.031, RCW 61.24.040 AND RCW 61.24.163, IF APPLICABLE: For owner-occupied residential real property, before the Notice of Trustee’s Sale is recorded, transmitted, or served, the beneficiary has complied with RCW 61.24.031, RCW 61,24.040, and, if applicable, RCW 61.24.163. Dated: July 25, 2023 Jason L. Cotton, As Duly Appointed Successor Trustee THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. You have only until 90 days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this Notice of Trustee’s Sale to be referred to mediation. It this is an Amended Notice of Trustee’s Sale providing a 45-day notice of the sale, mediation must be requested no later than 25 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this Amended Notice of Trustee’s Sale . DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission. Telephone: 1-877-894-HOME (4663) Website: https://dfi.wa.gov/homeownership/ mortgage-assistance-programs The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development. Telephone: 1-800-225-5342 Website: https://www.hud.gov/program offices/housing/sfh/fharesourcectr The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys. Telephone: 1-800-606-4819 Website: https://nwiustice.org/get-legal-help 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 61.24.060. A-4792084 11/22/2023, 12/13/2023 PIERCE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT IN AND FOR THE STATE OF WASHINGTON DEBRA DEARING, a married woman and KARL DEARING, a married man and the marital community composed thereof.

Dec. 13, 2023 Plaintiff, vs. ELIZABETH KATHLEEN VAN HORN, a married woman and JOHN DOE VAN HORN, a married man and the marital community composed thereof. Defendants. Cause No. 23-2-10231-8 SUMMONS TO THE DEFENDANTS: A lawsuit has been started against you in the above-entitled court by Plaintiff’s Debra and Karl Dearing. Plaintiff’s claims are 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 she 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. DATED this 4th day of October, 2023. LEBRON LAW GROUP, PLLC By: DEOLA LEBRON, WSBA #41290 Attorney for Plaintiff LEBRON LAW GROUP, PLLC 6915 LAKEWOOD DR W | A-1 UNIVERSITY PLACE, WA 98467 TEL (253)589-0909 FAX (253)267-0626 Published in the Dispatch December 6, 13, 20, 27, January 3 & 10, 2024 PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF EATONVILLE On November 13, 2023 the Eatonville Town Council voted to approve Ordinance 20235. An Ordinance of the Town of Eatonville, Washington, authorizing the collection of the Eatonville Regular Tax Levy for the year 2024. Ordinance 2023-5 may be found on the Town’s website at www.eatonville-wa.gov or at Town Hall. Published December 13, 2023. PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF EATONVILLE On November 13, 2023 the Eatonville Town Council voted to approve Ordinance 20236. An Ordinance of the Town of Eatonville, Washington, authorizing the collection of the Eatonville EMS Levy for 2024. Ordinance 2023-6 may be found on the Town’s website at www.eatonville-wa.gov or at Town Hall. Published December 13, 2023. PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF EATONVILLE On November 27, 2023 the Eatonville Town Council voted to approve Ordinance 20237. An Ordinance of the Town of Eatonville, Washington, amending the 2023 Budget of the Town of Eatonville, as adopted by Ordinance 2022-7 and amended by Ordinance 2023-4. Ordinance 2023-7 may be found on the Town’s website at www.eatonville-wa. gov or at Town Hall. Published December 13, 2023. STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF HORRY Jeannine Marie De La Torre and Richard Albert De La Torre Plaintiffs, -vs.Alexis Hervert (Mother), Dustin Peavy (Named Father) and South Carolina Department of Social Services, Defendants. In Re: Kyhu Peavy (DOB: 09/10/2022), minor under the age of 14 years. IN THE FAMILY COURT FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT SUMMONS 2023-DR-26-1200 To Defendants: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to appear and defend the within action (for termination of parental rights and adoption) and to answer the Complaint herein of which a copy is herewith served upon you, and to serve a copy of your answer to said Complaint on the subscriber at their office located at 331 E. Main Street, Suite 200, Rock Hill, South Carolina 29730, within thirty (30) days after the service hereof, exclusive of the day of such service, and if you fail to appear and defend the within action within the time aforesaid, then judgment by default will be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. James Fletcher Thompson, SC Bar# 13082 L. Dale Dove, SC Bar# 1735 Thompson Dove Law Group, LLC 331 E. Main Street, Suite 200 Post Office Box 907 Rock Hill, South Carolina 29731 803-327-1910 Attorneys for Plaintiffs Date: May 25, 2023 STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF HORRY Jeannine Marie De La Torre and Richard Albert De La Torre Plaintiffs, -vs.Alexis Hervert (Mother), Dustin Peavy (Named Father) and South Carolina Department of Social Services, Defendants. In Re: Kyhu Peavy (DOB: 09/10/2022), minor under the age of 14 years. IN THE FAMILY COURT FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COMPLAINT 2023-DR-26-1200 Plaintiffs respectfully allege: 1. Action Seeking Termination of Parental Rights and Adoption: In this action, Plaintiffs seek to terminate the parental rights of the biological parents of the minor child, Kyhu, and seek the adoption of the child. 2. Information on Plaintiffs: The Plaintiffs are the foster parents of Kyhu and are licensed by DSS. The Plaintiffs reside in South Carolina. The Plaintiffs had no prior relationship with the child. 3. Child’s Information: Kyhu is a Caucasian male child, born on September 10, 2022 in Dillon, South Carolina. Kyhu currently resides with Plaintiffs under a foster care arrangement with DSS.

Published Since 1893 a. Value of Property Owned by Child: To the best of the Plaintiffs’ knowledge, the child owns no property, either real or personal, in the State of South Carolina or elsewhere except for miscellaneous personal effects which have a nominal value. b. Special Needs Child: On information and belief, the minor child is a special needs child, as defined in South Carolina Code Section 63-9-30(10). c. Child is not an Indian Child: On information and belief, the child is not an Indian Child as defined by the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), 25 U.S.C. Section 1901 et seq., and the provisions of ICWA do not apply to this action. d. Child in Legal Custody of DSS: The child is in the legal custody of DSS, having been removed from the biological parents upon grounds of abuse and neglect. On information and belief, the child originally came into DSS foster care on September 28, 2022. e. Placement with Foster Parents: DSS placed Kyhu in the Foster Parents’ home immediately upon his entry into foster care on September 28, 2022 immediately upon his discharge from the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) after his birth. 4. Biological Mother’s Information: The biological mother of the child is Alexis Hervert, who upon information and belief resides in the state of Washington. She is twenty-five (25) years old. 5. Biological Father’s Information: On information and belief, the biological father of the child is Dustin Peavy, who resides in the state of Washington. He is thirty-two (32) years old. 6. Jurisdiction and Venue: This Court has jurisdiction over the subject matter and the parties. Venue is proper in the Family Court in Horry County, South Carolina, as the child is in the legal custody of Horry County DSS. FIRST CAUSE OF ACTION AGAINST DEFENDANT BIOLOGICAL MOTHER (For termination of parental rights of Biological Mother) 7. All the above allegations, not inconsistent herewith, are realleged as if set out verbatim in this cause of action. 8. Grounds for TPR of Biological Mother’s Parental Rights: On information and belief, and pursuant to South Carolina Code Sections 63-7-2570, the biological mother’s parental rights in and to the child should be terminated. The grounds justifying such termination are as follows: a. Pursuant to South Carolina Code Section 63-7-2570(1), the child or another child while residing in the parent’s domicile has been harmed as defined in South Carolina Code Section 63-7-20, and because of the severity or repetition of the abuse or neglect, it is not reasonably likely that the home can be made safe within twelve months. b. Pursuant to South Carolina Code Section 63-7-2570(2), the child have been removed from the parent pursuant to Subarticle 3 of the South Carolina Children’s Code or South Carolina Code Section 63-7-1660 and have been out of the home for a period of six months following the adoption of a placement plan by court order or by agreement between the department and the parent and the parent has not remedied the conditions which caused the removal. c. The child has lived outside the home of the biological mother for a period of time exceeding six (6) months, during which time the biological mother; (i) has willfully failed to visit the minor child; and (ii) has willfully failed to maintain contact with the subject minor child, despite the absence of any restriction or prevention from contact or visitation by Court Order or by actions of the Plaintiffs, and, therefore the parental rights of the biological mother should be terminated pursuant to South Carolina Code Section 63-7-2570 (3). d. Pursuant to South Carolina Code Section 63-7-2570(4), the child has lived outside the home of the parent for a period of over six months and during that time the biological mother has willfully failed to support the child. e. Pursuant to South Carolina Code Section 63-7-2570(6), on information and belief, the parent has a diagnosable condition(s), including drug or alcohol addiction, which are unlikely to change within a reasonable time, and such conditions make it unlikely that the parent will be able to provide minimally acceptable care for the child. f. Pursuant to South Carolina Code Section 63-7-2570(7), the child has been abandoned by the biological mother, as defined in Section 63-7-20. 9. The child has thrived in the care of Plaintiffs. It is in the best interest of the child for the parental rights of the biological mother to be terminated so that the child may be adopted by Plaintiffs. 10. Wherefore, Plaintiffs seek the termination of the biological mother’s parental rights. SECOND CAUSE OF ACTION REGARDING NAMED BIOLOGICAL FATHER- DUSTIN PEAVY (For termination of parental rights of Biological Father) 11. All the above allegations, not inconsistent herewith, are realleged as if set out verbatim in this cause of action. 12. Consent/Relinquishment of Unmarried Biological Father is Not Required: The Plaintiffs allege upon information and belief that Dustin Peavy and the biological mother are not married to each other. Dustin Peavy has not maintained substantial and continuous or repeated contact with Kyhu in that he has not paid a fair and reasonable sum for support, has not visited or had regular communication with Kyhu. Plaintiffs allege the consent of Dustin Peavy is not required pursuant to South Carolina Code Section 63-9-310(A)(4). 13. Alternative Relief Grounds for TPR of Biological Father’s Parental Rights: Alternatively, if the biological father of the child were to properly file a contest to this adoption, and if it were to be determined that the biological father is a person whose consent is required, on information and belief, the

biological father’s parental rights in and to the child should be terminated based upon one or more of the grounds set forth in South Carolina Code Section 63-7-2570, including, but not limited to, the following: a. Pursuant to South Carolina Code Section 63-7-2570(1), the child or another child while residing in the parent’s domicile has been harmed as defined in South Carolina Code Section 63-7-20, and because of the severity or repetition of the abuse or neglect, it is not reasonably likely that the home can be made safe within twelve months. b. Pursuant to South Carolina Code Section 63-7-2570(2), the child has been removed from the parent pursuant to Subarticle 3 of the South Carolina Children’s Code or South Carolina Code Section 63-7-1660 and has been out of the home for a period of six months following the adoption of a placement plan by court order or by agreement between the department and the parent and the parent has not remedied the conditions which caused the removal. c. The child has lived outside the home of the biological father for a period of time exceeding six (6) months, during which time the biological father; (i) has willfully failed to visit the minor child; and (ii) has willfully failed to maintain contact with the subject minor child, despite the absence of any restriction or prevention from contact or visitation by Court Order or by actions of the Plaintiffs, and, therefore the parental rights of the biological father should be terminated pursuant to South Carolina Code Section 63-7-2570 (3). d. The child has lived outside the home of the parent for a period of over six months and during that time the biological father has willfully failed to support the child as contemplated by South Carolina Code Section 63-7-2570(4). e. Pursuant to South Carolina Code Section 63-7-2570(6), on information and belief, the parent has a diagnosable condition(s), including drug or alcohol addiction, which are unlikely to change within a reasonable time, and such conditions make it unlikely that the parent will be able to provide minimally acceptable care for the child. f. Pursuant to South Carolina Code Section 63-7-2570(7), the child has been abandoned by the biological father, as defined in Section 63-7-20. 14. The child has thrived in the care of Plaintiffs. It is in the best interest of the child for the parental rights of the biological father to be terminated so that the child may be adopted by Plaintiffs. 15. Wherefore, Plaintiffs seek a determination that biological father is not a person whose consent is required for adoption under South Carolina Code Section 63-9-310(A) (4), and seek the ending and termination of any parental rights the biological father may have in and to the child. THIRD CAUSE OF ACTION AGAINST JOHN DOE (For Termination of Parental Rights against any unknown Father) 16. All the above allegations, not inconsistent herewith, are realleged as if set out verbatim in this cause of action. 17. Responsible Father Registry: Plaintiffs’ counsel will search the South Carolina Responsible Father Registry. If the birth father failed to register, this failure constitutes an implied irrevocable waiver of the father’s right to notice of the adoption proceedings. If a birth father has registered, the Plaintiffs will serve him with notice of adoption proceedings. The Plaintiffs allege upon information and belief that this man (John Doe) is not married to the biological mother. John Doe has not maintained substantial and continuous or repeated contact with minor child in that he has not paid support for minor child, has not visited minor child or had regular communication with minor child. Plaintiffs allege the consent of John Doe is not required pursuant to South Carolina Code Section 63-9-310(A)(4). Alternatively, if the biological father of the child were to properly file a contest to this adoption, and if it were to be determined that the biological father is a person whose consent is required, on information and belief, the biological father’s parental rights in and to the child should be terminated pursuant to South Carolina Code Section 63-7-2570(3), (4), and (7). 18. The child has thrived in the care of Plaintiffs. It is in the best interest of the child for the parental rights of John Doe to be terminated so that the child may be adopted by Plaintiffs. 19. Wherefore, Plaintiffs seek the termination of any parental rights John Doe may have in and to the child. FOURTH CAUSE OF ACTION FOR ADOPTION 20. All the above allegations, not inconsistent herewith, are realleged as if set out verbatim in this cause of action. 21. Plaintiffs Seek to Adopt Child/ Plaintiffs are Fit Parents: Plaintiffs desire to adopt the child, establishing the relationship of parent and child between themselves and the child. Plaintiffs are the fit and proper persons to care for the child and to provide for the child’s welfare. 22. Adoption Investigations: Plaintiffs will be providing an adoptive pre-placement investigation, pursuant to South Carolina Code Section 63-9-520. Further, on information and belief, DSS will be providing a background investigation on the child and the child’s biological family. On information and belief, DSS will be providing the investigation reports to the Court. 23. Adoption Expenses Appropriate: No consideration has been paid to the biological parents to allow this adoption, or to any person or organization other than payment of those costs and expenses which may legitimately be paid under South Carolina Code Sections 16-3-1060 and 63-9-310. A verified, itemized statement of all payments of money or anything of value made within the past five (5) years or agreed to be made in the future by or on behalf of the Plaintiffs

to any person, agency, or organization connected with the adoption will be filed with the Court prior to or at the final hearing in this matter. 24. New Social Security Number: Plaintiffs request that this Court issue an order finding that it is in the child’s best interest for a new Social Security number for the child to be issued. 25. Guardian ad Litem: Plaintiffs move this Court to have a Guardian ad Litem appointed to represent the interests of the child. 26. Other Actions Involving Child: The following action(s) brought by DSS for the removal of the child from the biological parents is/are currently pending in the Horry County Family Court: Case #: 2022-DR-26-2150(DSS child protection and permanency case). Plaintiffs are not aware of any other pending action which involves the child. 27. Wherefore, Plaintiffs seek to adopt the child and seek the other relief set out above. WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs respectfully pray for an Order providing the relief set forth above, and such other and further relief as this Court shall find just and proper. The relief which Plaintiffs seek includes, but is not limited to, the following: 1. Appoint a Guardian ad Litem to represent the interests of the child; 2. Terminate the parental rights, if any, of the biological mother, biological father, and any “John Doe” father, in and to the child; 3. Allow the adoption of child by Plaintiffs; 4. Change the name of the child from any other names by which the child may have been known, to names which the Plaintiffs will later provide to the Court; 5. Issue its final Decree of Adoption; 6. Find that the issuance of a new Social Security number is in the child’s best interest; 7. Require a Supplementary Certificates of Birth to be issued for the child pursuant to South Carolina Code Section 63-9-790; and 8. For such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper. James Fletcher Thompson, SC Bar# 13082 L. Dale Dove, SC Bar# 1735 Thompson Dove Law Group, LLC 331 E. Main Street, Suite 200 Post Office Box 907 Rock Hill, South Carolina 29731 803-327-1910 Attorneys for Plaintiffs Date: May 25, 2023 Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch November 29, December 6 & 13, 2023 Superior Court of California, County of Riverside - Murrieta Murrieta Courthouse Address: 30755-D Auld Road, Murrieta, CA 92563 Case Number: ADSW 2300184 Attorney - Mark E. Goldman (SBN 193207); Amber N. Carlson (SBN 323964) 21800 Oxnard Street, Suite 790, Woodland Hills, CA 91367 Tel. No. (818) 789-1012; Fax No. (818) 7833176; Email Address: markg@adopthelp.com; amberc@adopthelp.com Attorney For Petitioners In the Matter of the Petition of Jessika Joy Kovac and Sky Kovac Citation - Freedom From Parental Custody and Control (Abandonment) To: Gheorghii Lungu and to all persons claiming to be the father or mother of Baby Boy Vega a.k.a. Seven Vega a.k.a. Luca Maverick, a Minor. By order of the Court you are hereby cited and required to/may appear before the Judge Presiding in Department S-205 of the above entitled court, located at 30755-D Auld Road, Murrieta, California 92563 on February 1, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. of that day, then and there to show cause, if any you have, why said person should not be declared free from the control of his/her/ their parents according to the petition on file herein. You are hereby notified of the provisions of Family Code Section 7860 which provide the judge shall advise the minor and the parents, if present, of the right to have counsel present. The court may appoint counsel to represent the minor whether or not the minor is able to afford counsel, and if they are unable to afford counsel, shall appoint counsel to represent the parents. The petition filed herein is for the purpose of freeing the subject child for placement for adoption. Dated: October 30, 2023 By: C. Alvarez, Deputy. Persons having custody or control or with whom said child is, are required to appears; others cited may appear. A published citation requires appearances of all persons cited. (Family Code Section 7880(a)). Published in the Tacoma Weekly/Dispatch November 29, December 6, 13 & 20, 2023 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON SNOHOMISH COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of WALTRUD E. ERDLY, Deceased. No. 23-4-02244-31 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) The person 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 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); 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 non-probate assets. Date of first publication 12/6/2023 Personal Representative William W. Erdly Attorney for the Personal

Representative Matthew T. Fiedler Address for Mailing or Service 4220 132nd Street SE, Suite 201 Mill Creek, WA 98012 Court of probate proceedings and cause no. Snohomish County Superior Court Cause No. 23-4-02244-31 William W. Erdly Personal Representative MARSH MUNDORF PRATT SULLIVAN + McKENZIE, P.S.C. Matthew T. Fiedler, WSBA #60135 Attorneys for Personal Representative Published in the Dispatch December 6, 13 & 20, 2023 Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce In re the marriage of: Petitioner/s (person/s who started this case): HUU THUONG PHAN And Respondent/s (other party/parties): THI HOA PHAM No. 23-303168-6 Summons Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To (other party’s name/s): THI HOA PHAM 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: November 22, 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, Room 110, Tacoma, WA 98402 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/ Rosanna S. Chung 11/15/2023 ROSANNA S. CHUNG, #42677 I agree to accept legal papers for this case at (check one): [x] Lawyer’s address: D&C Law, LLC, 6100 219th St SW, Ste 480, Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043 Email (if applicable): chung@dandclaw.net Published in the Dispatch November 22, 29, December 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2023 WASHINGTON DEPT OF ECOLOGY NOTICE OF PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD December 18, 2023- March 29, 2024. Ecology invites you to review and comment on a draft Agreed Order (AO), draft Permit, draft Cleanup Action Plan, draft State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) Checklist and Determination of Non-Significance (DNS), and draft Public Participation Plan for Occidental Chemical Corporation (Occidental) located at 605 E. Alexander Avenue in the Tacoma Tideflats. The draft AO requires Occidental to find site contamination and clean it up. The draft Permit allows environmental cleanup activities to continue under Ecology’s oversight. The draft Cleanup Action Plan outlines how site contamination will be cleaned up. We use the SEPA Checklist to find and evaluate likely environmental impacts. We believe cleanup work is not likely to harm the environment. The Public Participation Plan encourages community involvement in the cleanup process and outlines how people can comment on cleanup decisions. When the public comment period ends, Ecology will consider all comments and may amend the documents based on them. If significant changes are made, these documents will go through additional public comment and review. Public hearing date: March 6, 2024 Time: 4:30 p.m. Location: Tacoma Convention Center, 1500 Commerce St., Tacoma, Washington 98402 Join us in person for a presentation about the Occidental cleanup. Our technical staff will be on hand to answer your questions. You may voice comments for the official record. Facility Site ID #1212, Cleanup Site ID #4326. Documents are available on our website at: ecology.wa.gov/OccidentalSite For questions contact:kerry.graber@ecy. wa.gov 360-522-0535 For more information & how to comment online visit: ecology. wa.gov/OccidentalSite Published in the Dispatch & Tacoma Weekly December 13, 2023, January 10, February 7 & March 13, 2024

Dec. 13, 2023

Published Since 1893

Creating a winter wildland By Northwest Trek Wildlife Park

Imagine this: you’re driving to Northwest Trek and see the sun peeking through the clouds and illuminating Mt. Rainier. You’re welcomed with a still, frosty winter morning at the wildlife park when you arrive. You are greeted with the sounds of eagles screeching and gray wolves howling. Even better, you’re walking into a Winter Wildland Wonderland created by the Northwest Trek staff. It’s the start of a perfect day filled with the magic of nature. On a recent December afternoon, staff members spent time doing what might look like arts and crafts to an outsider. But to the keepers and animals, those arts and crafts are an essential part of the everyday life of the animals; it’s enrichment. “Enrichment items are things like food, smells, or toys that enhance the health and well-being of the animals in our care,” said keeper Haley. “Using these items in combination with knowledge of species’ natural history and behaviors, animal keepers can provide unique experiences that enhance the animal’s overall welfare.”

During Northwest Trek’s annual Winter Wildland, running Dec. 26-Jan. 1, the animals will receive a wide variety of enrichment: cardboard gingerbread houses, paper chains, and even Christmas trees. Stray mountain goat fur or dropped elk antlers found in the Free-Roaming Area can be used as enticing tree ornaments. All the enrichments are thoughtfully crafted by staff, are holiday-themed, and filled with meatballs, veggies, chopped fruit, or other yummy items to attract skunks, lynxes, beavers, and others to explore and investigate. The animals love it. But for the humans involved, the piles of enrichment stacked up in the office represent lots of creative work to design something stimulating an animal while keeping it safe and healthy. Staff use non-toxic paint, and avoid using glue or duct tape. Crafty ingenuity and time are part of making enrichments for animals – especially those with super-sharp teeth, long claws, and prodigious strength. But the other big part is science. The enrichment experience should encourage species-specific behaviors and abilities and allow animals to

Courtesy exercise choice and control within their environments. The keepers start with what they know about a species and ask: ‘What behavior do we want to encourage?’ For a bear, that might be digging or swimming. For a lynx or cougar, it might be stalking or climbing trees. For a skunk, it might be foraging. Then they look at how to recreate that behavior using materials safe for the animal. “For example, wolves are social animals, so we want to encourage pack behavior,” said zoological curator Marc Heinzman. “So, we

would give them a bigger piece of meat all at once to help them through pack dynamics and learn how to eat as a group. We might hide food in a log for a bear, so it has to dig.” But enrichments aren’t all about food. Any item- even just a cardboard box- can be exciting for animals if it smells of something or someone new to them. Making animal enrichments is enriching for humans too. “We love doing this,” said Haley. “Anything that makes an animal’s life better.”

2 bills seek to protect, expand hydropower production By Randy Bracht The Center Square

Mount Rainier National Park Presents The National Park Inn Christmas Buffet

Monday, December 25TH, 2023 | Noon - 6:00 P.M. 34 Adults | $22 Children (10 and under)

BEGINNING NOSHES

ON THE SIDE

Warm Dinner Rolls & Butter

Charred Brussel Sprouts

Robust Winter Green Salad with Blueberry Red Wine Vinaigrette

Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots

Harvest Apple, Pecan, Blue Cheese Salad

Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes with Beef Gravy

Crudité Platter

Wild Rice

C E N T E R S TA G E

Beecher’s Mac & Cheese

Hand-Carved Prime Rib

DESSERTS

Roasted Stuffed Pork Loin

Candy Cane Sundae

Sautéed Mushrooms with Yakima Spinach

Yule Log Cake

SAUCES

Holiday Chocolate Mousse

Horseradish Sour Cream Au jus

Coffee, Tea, Milk or Soda Available Vegan

Vegetarian

47009 Paradise Rd E, Ashford, WA 98304 | Reservations: (360) 569-2411 | DiscoverMountRainier.COM

Two members of Washington state’s congressional delegation – U.S. Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Sen. Maria Cantwell – have sponsored separate bills that seek to protect existing hydropower resources in the United States and encourage development of new projects. House Resolution 4045, the Hydropower Clean Energy Future Act, was introduced in June by McMorris Rodgers, a Spokane Republican representing the 5th Congressional District of eastern Washington and chair of the House Energy and Commerce Committee. The measure cleared the committee earlier this week and will move to the full House for consideration. As proposed, the bill would designate electricity produced from hydropower as a renewable energy resource for all federal programs and procurement requirements, set a two-year licensing requirement by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission for “next-generation” hydropower resources, and promote turbine and generator designs

that improve performance while protecting fish and environmental resources. The bill would extend construction timelines for projects already licensed by FERC but delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The bill also calls for exempting from FERC licensing requirements any small hydro projects posing few environmental impacts and closed-loop pumped storage projects that don’t involve federal land or impounded navigable waters. There are 19 hydroelectric dams located in eastern Washington. Without them, McMorris Rodgers said in a press release Wednesday, “Our communities would be in serious risk of life-threatening blackouts … these dams are critical to help us reduce carbon emissions without jeopardizing reliability.” Only 3% of existing dams in the U.S. produce electricity – most are used for irrigation, recreation, flood control and storm water management. But McMorris Rodgers said they offer “untapped potential” for doubling hydropower generation without building a single new dam.