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Eatonville secures back-to-back wins By Skip Smith
Contributing Writer
In a thrilling boys basketball matchup at Rainier Connect Arena this past Tuesday night, the Eatonville Cruisers orchestrated a comeback to claim a 59-55 triumph over The Northwest School. Mark Nueva emerged as the driving force behind the victory, delivering a seasonhigh 25 points. "Mark put in so much work this off-season. It's showing,” said head coach TJ Cotterill. “He had some strong finishes in the first half and then found the shots within the flow of what we were doing in the second half. He's stepped up for us. He plays so balanced and under control, and he's so much stronger this year. It showed tonight.” Despite trailing 11-9 at the end of the first quarter and heading into halftime with a 25-20 deficit, Eatonville found its rhythm. Nueva had already contributed 13 HOOPS Page 4Æ
Courtesy Annie Norman Eatonville's Mark Nueva scored two of his game-high 25 points to help the Cruisers defeat The Northwest School 59-55 this past Tuesday night at Rainier Connect Arena.
Eatonville’s Ostendorf claims top honors at Grizzly Stocking Stuffer Tournament By Skip Smith | Contributing Writer
Eatonville High School wrestler Brooke Ostendorf secured a triumphant victory at the 2023 Grizzly Stocking Stuffer tournament hosted by Hoquiam High School on Dec. 20. Ostendorf claimed the top step Courtesy Trinity Potter of the podium in the 140-pound Brooke Ostendorf of Eatonville weight class and marking a proudly occupies the podium as significant achievement in her wrestling career. the 2023 Grizzly Stocking Stuffer Ostendorf, who had several champion in the 140-pound weight class.
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Savvy Senior: Tips on Caring for an Aging Parent
DEAR SAVVY SENIOR, Where can I turn to for caregiving help? I help take care of my 80-year-old father and work too, and it’s wearing me out. Worn Out Wendy DEAR WENDY, Taking care of an aging parent over a period of time – especially when juggling work and other family obligations – can be exhausting. But help and resources are available. Here’s what you should know. IDENTIFY YOUR NEEDS To help you determine and prioritize the kinds of help you need, a good first step is to make a detailed list of everything you do as your dad’s caregiver and the amount of time each task takes. Identify the times when you need help the most and which tasks others might be able to do for you. Then list the types of care needed, such as simple companionship or doing active chores, like shopping or running errands. Once you determine this, here are some tips and places you can reach out to for help. CARE HELPERS If you have siblings or other loved ones close by, start by asking them if they could come and help with specific tasks. And see if friends, neighbors or faith group members could help too. You also need to check into local resources that may be available. Many communities offer a range of free or subsidized services that help seniors
Adobe Stock Image and caregivers with basic needs such as home delivered meals, transportation, senior companion services and respite services, which offers short-term care so you can take an occasional break. Call your nearby Area Aging Agency (800-677-1116) for referrals to services. There are also a bevy of online services you can use to help you save time on certain chores. For example, online grocery shopping and home deliveries, and online pharmacy medication refills and deliveries. You can also order meal-kits or pre-made meals online through numerous meal service delivery companies and arrange needed transportation with ride sharing services like Lyft or Uber. Or, if you can afford it, you may want to consider hiring someone a few hours a week to help with things like cooking, housekeeping or even personal care. Costs can run anywhere from $12 up
to $25 per hour. Care.com or CareLinx. com are two good websites to help you find someone, or you can work with a local home care agency. FINANCIAL AIDS If you’re handling your dad’s financial chores, make things easier by arranging for direct deposit for his income sources, and set up automatic payments for his utilities and other routine bills. You may also want to set up your dad’s online banking service, so you can pay bills and monitor his account anytime. Or, if you need help, consider hiring a bill paying service like Silver Bills (SilverBills.com), which charges a flat fee of $150 per month. BenefitsCheckup.org is another excellent tool to look for financial assistance programs that may help your dad, particularly if he’s lower income. TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS
To help you keep tabs on your dad when you are away at work or if he lives alone, there are affordable technology devices that can help. For example, there are medical alert systems and smart speakers that help with communication and allow him to call for help if needed. Home video cameras with two-way speakers that allow you to monitor and talk to him when you’re away. Electronic pill boxes that can notify you if he has taken his medications. And to help you coordinate his care with other members of his care team there are websites like LotsAHelpingHands.com. OTHER RESOURCES There are also a number of other organizations you can draw on for additional information like the Family Care Alliance (Caregiver.org), which provides a state-by-state listing of caregiving programs and services; the Alzheimer’s Association (ALZ. org/help-support/caregiving) that provides information unique to the challenges of dementia caregivers; and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (Caregiver.va.gov), which offers caregiver support services to veterans and spouses. 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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WRESTLING from Page 1Æ 2nd-place finishes in recent tournaments and had secured the runner-up position in the 2022 Grizzly Stocking Stuffer tournament, was on a path to win this year’s tournament. "Brooke did amazing today using her skills and stamina to take first,” coach Wes Potter said. The path to Ostendorf 's championship victory began with a bye in the opening round, propelling her directly to the quarterfinals. There, she swiftly pinned Lila Willis of Montesano at the 1:03 mark of the first period. In the semifinals, Ostendorf
took down Trinity Stone from Aberdeen High School with a major decision victory (13-2). The title bout featured another formidable opponent in the form of Aberdeen's Peityn Munoz. Undeterred, Ostendorf pinned Munoz at the 1:33 mark of the final period of the match to win the title. Coaches Wes Potter and Trinity Potter praised Ostendorf 's performance. “She worked her moves and adjusted quickly as needed, staying focused and wearing them down and taking them to the mat to win. She is going to have an amazing senior season,” said Trinity Potter.
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LADY CRUISERS DOMINATE ORTING CARDINALS
By Skip Smith | Contributing Writer
In a commanding performance on Thursday, the Eatonville Lady Cruisers basketball team secured a decisive 55-28 victory over archrivals, the Orting Cardinals. The game opened with a 15-0 run by the Lady Cruisers. "We have been focusing on our trap defense without reaching, and the progress was apparent,” said head coach Deanna Andersen. This defensive emphasis forced the Cardinals into turnovers on their first 11 possessions. Orting managed to break their scoring silence with three minutes left in the first quarter, but Eatonville had already established a formidable lead, finishing the period with a commanding 21-4 advantage. The Cruisers continued their dominance into the second quarter with another impressive 11-0 run. By halftime, they enjoyed a substantial 25-point lead, leading 33-8. Bailey Andersen led the scoring charge with 21 points at the half.
HOOPS from Page 1Æ of his 25 points by halftime. With just under a minute left in the third quarter, Eatonville seized the lead at 42-41. In a pivotal moment with a minute to play in the game, and the Cruisers leading 57-55, Amari Samuel put the game away after he secured the rebound and scored, extending the lead to 59-55. Coach Cotterill praised Samuel's defensive prowess, calling it a "huge play" that sealed the victory. The Northwest School had opportunities to narrow the gap in the closing moments, but the tenacious Cruiser defense, particularly Griffin Clevenger's contributions, thwarted their efforts. Cotterill reflected on the team's defensive excellence, singling out Clevenger. "Griffin had a stretch there in the second half when he took over with his defense, finishing, and passing,” Cotterill said.
Courtesy Kahla Hall Eatonville's Hailey Hall scores on Orting's Lily Catlett in the Cruisers 55-28 victory over the Cardinals. Hall would dominate in the paint and pull down 14 rebounds in the game. As the teams traded turnovers in the third quarter, Eatonville extended
Leading the scoring chart, Nueva notched 25 points, followed by Samuel with 13 and Clevenger with 10 (nine in the second half). Other contributors included Nate Goode (four points), Hunter Klumpar (three), Michael Stogsdill (three), and Logan Taylor (one). WIN OVER ORTING The Cruisers' clash against the Orting Cardinals on Thursday evening was a tale of momentum swings and unwavering resilience. The Cruisers' solid defense and composed free-throw shooting down the stretch secured a 64-52 victory. In a game defined by back-and-forth action, the first period set the tone as both teams exchanged leads multiple times. The Cruisers eventually edged ahead to end the quarter with a slight 15-14 advantage, led by Samuel's assertive play, tallying seven points in the period. “Amari is learning every day what it takes
their lead with a 7-0 run, concluding the period with a comfortable 47-18
to play fearless, relentless and selfless. He took on a tough defensive assignment, again, and played fearless offensively. What's incredible also is that his confidence just doesn't waver, no matter the moment. He's had a few games now where he's made his biggest plays late in the game,” said Cotterill. The second quarter ignited with the Cruisers embarking on a 7-0 run, propelling them to an eight-point lead. However, turnovers marred Eatonville's rhythm, allowing Orting to counter with an 8-0 run of their own, tying the game at 31 by halftime. Despite the fluctuations, Clevenger's eight points showcased the Cruisers' offensive depth. Eatonville opened the third quarter with determination, initiating a 7-0 run to regain an eight-point lead. However, Orting once again rallied, finishing the quarter on an 8-0 run, leveling the score at 43 apiece. The quarter
advantage. Orting attempted a comeback with a 4-0 run to open the final period, but Eatonville responded emphatically with a 6-0 run of their own. The game concluded with the Lady Cruisers securing a convincing 55-28 victory over the Cardinals. Bailey Andersen delivered a standout performance, matching her season-high with 27 points and 11 rebounds, earning her first doubledouble of the season. Hailey Hall made a significant impact on the boards, pulling down 14 rebounds to accompany her 8 points. Notably, nine out of the eleven Cruisers players contributed to the scoring. With this win, the Cruisers improve their record to 5-2. Looking forward, the Lady Cruisers are in Phoenix, Ariz., to compete in the Coyote Invitational alongside 15 other teams before diving into 1A Evergreen League play at the start of the New Year.
underscored the resilience of both teams, setting the stage for a thrilling final frame. The intensity escalated in the fourth quarter as the teams exchanged blows, keeping the game on a knife's edge. The Cardinals managed to narrow the gap to just one point at 4948, keeping the outcome uncertain. It was then that freshman Samuel seized the moment, sinking a pivotal 3-pointer with 1:23 remaining, giving Eatonville a crucial 58-52 advantage. A pivotal turnover, forced by Nueva, provided the Cruisers with possession and a chance to manage the clock. Out of a timeout, Klumpar stepped up, sinking his fifth 3-pointer of the night to extend the lead. Cotterill applauded the team's defensive efforts in containing Orting's key player, 6-foot 7-inch Jason Warren, limiting him to a mere six points after his dominant performance of 27 points in their previous meeting.
"Hunter and Nate did a fantastic job being tough with him. They bought in to their assignments and the rest of the guys were connected around him. We had to keep him out of the paint and off the boards and we did that," Cotterill said. Cotterill continued by commending Klumpar on his play. “That was probably the best overall game from Hunter. What he did defensively, on the glass, buying into his assignment and hitting big shots offensively. He plays with so much heart. In many ways he's the soul of our team. He could have cared less if he scored 20 or 0, as long as we win.” The hard-fought win against Orting not only extended the Cruisers' winning streak to four games but also highlighted their ability to navigate challenging moments and emerge victorious.
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Idaho is the latest to join in litigation over Snake River salmon, dams By Randy Bracht | The Center Square
The state of Idaho has become the latest litigant to join a decades-old lawsuit over the operations of four federal dams on the Lower Snake River in Washington and their effects on wild salmon populations. Last week, the Biden administration announced an agreement involving the states of Washington and Oregon and four tribal nations that was filed in U.S. District Court in Oregon. The pact proposes a 10-year stay in legal proceedings while a plan is implemented to boost fish numbers and survivability, including the possibility of breaching the dams. Judge Michael H. Simon has given the involved parties until Dec. 29 to respond to the proposal, and until Jan. 14 for rebuttals before ruling on the matter. In May 2001, the National Wildlife Federation and Oregon sued the National Marine Fisheries Service, alleging federal officials had failed to take measures to protect endangered salmon migrating along the Columbia and Snake rivers between the Pacific Ocean and spawning habitat in Idaho. The plaintiffs and defendants are now among more than 70 parties and 100 attorneys who have weighed in on the dispute during the ensuing years. Idaho is the latest, filing a Dec. 1 complaint with the court. In it, Idaho
Courtesy Adobe Stock Attorney General Raul Labrador alleges that breaching of the Lower Snake River dams is “unavailable as a remedy” because the dams were constructed before salmon in the river system were designated by the federal government as endangered. “The State of Idaho has direct and substantial interests in the existence of the LSR dams … (which) provide a navigable channel enabling commodities from Idaho to flow from the Port of Lewiston to global markets,” the claim states. Additionally, the document says electricity generated from the dams provides energy for thousands of Idaho residents while reservoirs provide recreational resources and economic benefits to the state and its residents.
Those positions have been voiced by others, including U.S. Reps. Cathy McMorris and Dan Newhouse, two eastern Washington Republicans whose congressional districts include the four dams. Both representatives reiterated their concerns last week following the White House’s announcement of the Columbia Basin Restoration Initiative. “This final package, which would make our region’s dams effectively defunct, confirms what we’ve all known for years,” said Newhouse. “The Biden administration is catering to the wishes of extreme environmental activists that do not understand both the importance of the dams to our region, and the consequences of their proposed actions.”
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Rising costs could delay new Washington transportation projects By TJ Martinell | The Center Square
Earlier this year Washington Gov. Jay Inslee proposed delaying some new transportation projects in order to plug gaps in maintenance and preservation funding. Although his plan was overruled by the state Legislature, those delays might be inevitable if the Legislature can’t find more funding to keep up with rising costs. “It’s a really challenging time,” Washington State Department of Transportation Director of Construction Chris Christopher told the House Transportation Committee at a Dec. 4 meeting. “We've seen some things over the last few years that are not consistent with the way that we have seen life in the past.” WSDOT is attributing the rising costs to a variety of factors, including rising and volatile material costs, less competition for bids, and labor shortages. WSDOT also has to compete with other public entities such as Sound Transit that are also building transportation projects in the same region. Christopher said that in the greater Puget Sound region “it is really taxing to the resources.” According to Christopher, a project in 2003 now costs 180% DELAYS Page 8Æ
Washington state lawmakers, attorney general eye AI task force 2024 legislative session that starts Jan. 8 in Olympia. "So often policymakers are Two Washington state behind the eight-ball when lawmakers are proposing a new new technology emerges, and task force that will study the we are forced to be reactionary. promises and perils of artificial My bipartisan bill will help us intelligence. avoid that as much as possible Sen. Joe Nguyen, D-White by creating a task force of the Center, and Rep. Travis region's experts to help educate Couture, R-Allyn, are the Legislature on AI and make partnering with the state recommendations on future Attorney General’s Office policy," Couture, who prefiled in introducing companion his bill last week, said in a press legislation that calls for creation release on Tuesday. of a 42-member panel that can On Wednesday, state recommend guiding principles Attorney General Bob in the use of generative Ferguson said the Artificial artificial intelligence. Intelligence Task Force will be As proposed, the task force comprised of representatives would meet at least twice a from the Legislature, state year and deliver a preliminary agencies, technology experts, report to the governor and civil liberty advocates, the legislature by Dec. 1, businesses and other 2025 with final findings and stakeholders. recommendations due June 1, “Washington is on the 2027. cutting edge of innovation,” The two measures, Senate Ferguson said. “It is imperative Bill 5838 and House Bill 1934, that we embrace new will be considered during the technology in a thoughtful
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way. As we celebrate the benefits, we must also ensure we protect against the potential for irresponsible use and unintentional consequences.” Generative AI – which can create text, image and audio content – has exploded in popularity, with tools such as ChatGPT becoming some of the fastest-growing consumer internet applications of all time. According to the Attorney General’s office, a recent survey showed that 79% of respondents in North America reported at least some exposure to generative AI. Of those respondents, 41% reported using it regularly while 22% said they regularly use it at work. If created, the task force is expected to examine: Guiding principles for generative artificial intelligence use; High-risk uses of artificial intelligence, including those
that may negatively affect safety or fundamental rights; Opportunities to support and protect the innovation of generative artificial intelligence technologies; Recommendations on how the state should educate to the public on development and use of generative AI; Public policy issues, including benefits and risks to the public broadly, historically excluded communities, racial equity considerations, workforce effects, and ethical concerns. Couture said there are numerous theoretical issues regarding AI plus real-world examples of its potential harm, such as a recent incident in which New Jersey high school students allegedly used AI to create pornographic images of classmates. At the same time, he said, the technology “is a potential game-changer in education, healthcare, and much more.”
"We do not want to ban something that creates tremendous benefit simply because we do not understand it," said Couture. "But we also must anticipate potential risks on the horizon and plan accordingly. This task force helps us do that. It also meets the slow and methodical approach most people who responded to my recent AI survey indicated they favored." Nguyen chairs the Senate Committee on Environment, Energy, and Technology. Couture serves on the House Appropriations, Human Services, and Education committees. Over two dozen other states have introduced legislation related to artificial intelligence and four states – Colorado, Illinois, Vermont, and Virginia – have created task forces or commissions to study it, according to the AG’s office.
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IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON (rcw46.55.130), GRAHAM TOWING #5124 WILL SELL ABANDONED VEHICLES TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER ON January 2, 2024 AT 11:00am. PRIOR INSPECTION WILL BE FROM 10:00am UNTIL 11:00am. THIS COMPANY CAN BE CONTACTED AT 253-262-2869. FOR QUESTIONS REGARDING THE AUCTION. THE SALE IS LOCATION IS: 10015 213TH ST E GRAHAM, WA 98338 Published in the Dispatch December 27, 2023 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE CASE NO. 22-210785-1 ORDER OF SALE FOR PROPERTY ADDRESS: 73 R AFT 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 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 for the County of Pierce: ORTING SCHOOL DISTRICT, Plaintiff, v. LOUISA and CARL RUDNICK, and the marital estate thereof, unknown heirs of Louisa and Carl Rudnick, JOHN ENGFER, MINNIE LARREW, JOHN ENGFER, UNKNOWN HEIRS OF JOHN ENGFER, and all other PERSONS AND PARTIES UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN, OR INTEREST IN PIERCE COUNTY TAX PARCEL NO. 0519301703, Defendants. No. 23-2-11296-8 The State of Washington to the said Defendants, Louisa and Carl Rudnick and the marital estate thereof, unknown heirs of Louisa and Carl Rudnick, John Engfer, Minnie Larrew, Engfer, Unknown Heirs of John Engfer, and all other persons and parties unknown claiming any right, title, estate, lien or interest in Pierce County Tax Parcel No. 0519301703: You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty days after the date of the first publica-
Legal Notices tion of this summons, to wit, within sixty days after the 20th day of December, 2023, and defend the above entitled action in the above entitled court, and answer the complaint of the plaintiff Orting School District, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for plaintiff Shweta Jayawardhan, at her office below stated; and in case of your failure so to do, judgment will be rendered against you according to the demand of the complaint, which has been filed with the clerk of said court. The object of this action is to quiet title to the property at 510 Washington Avenue North, Orting, Washington. Submitted by Shweta Jayawardhan Attorney for Orting School District Pacifica Law Group, 1191 2nd Avenue, Suite 2000, Seattle WA, 98101 King County. Published in Dispatch December 20, 27, 2023, January 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2024 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) 8788777 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. SPR AGUE; 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 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 ORIGINAL TRUSTEE SALE RECORDED ON 09/20/2023 IN THE OFFICE OF THE PIERCE COUNTY RECORDER. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File No.:22-128232 Title Order No.:230011590 Grantor: Dale Jean Holgerson and Ellis Paul Holgerson, a married couple, and Donna Jean Holgerson and Marco Hernandez Acosta, a married couple Current beneficiary of the deed of trust: Allied First Bank, sb dba ServBank Current trustee of the deed of trust: Aztec Foreclosure Corporation of Washington Current mortgage servicer of the deed of trust: Allied First Bank sb dba Servbank Reference number of the deed of trust: 202101191416 Parcel number(s): 6762001540 Abbreviated legal description: LOTS 1 AND 2 IN BLOCK 28 OF PARKLAND TOWNSITE Commonly known as: 322 126th Street S, Tacoma, WA 98444 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, AZTEC FORECLOSURE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON will on January 26, 2024, at the hour of 10:00 am at the Second Floor Entry Plaza outside the Pierce County Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma, WA, State of Washington, 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: Lot 1 and 2 in Block 28 of Parkland Townsite, as per Plat recorded in Volume 5 of Plats, at Page 4, records of Pierce County Auditor; Situate in the County of Pierce, State of Washington. which is the subject of that certain Deed of Trust dated January 14, 2021, recorded January 19, 2021, under Auditor ’s File No. 202101191416, records of Pierce County, Washington, from Dale Jean Holgerson and Ellis Paul Holgerson, a married couple, and Donna Jean Holgerson and Marco Hernandez Acosta, a married couple as Grantor, to Quality Loan Service, Corp of WA as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr. Cooper, its successors and assigns as Beneficiary, which as assigned by Allied First Bank, sb dba ServBank, as attorney in fact for Lynx Whole Loan Aquisition LLC, as attorney in fact for Nationstar Mortgage LLC to Allied First Bank, sb dba ServBank under an assignment recorded at Instrument No. 202306200151. 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 November 1, 2021 installment on in the sum of $39,590.13 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 $3,100.07 as of September 20, 2023. The amount to cure the default payments as of the date of this notice is $42,789.72. 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 $252,332.18, together with interest in the Note or other instrument secured from October 1, 2021, 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 $283,163.40. 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 26, 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 15, 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 15, 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 may be terminated any time after January 15, 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: Ellis Paul Holgerson 322 126th Street S Tacoma, WA 98444 Dale Jean Holgerson 322 126th Street S Tacoma, WA 98444 Donna Jean Holgerson 322 126th Street S Tacoma, WA 98444 Marco Hernandez Acosta 322 126th Street S Tacoma, WA 98444 Occupant(s) 322 126th Street S Tacoma, WA 98444 by both first class and certified mail on August 11, 2023 proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served on August 14, 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 August 11, 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 abovedescribed 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 90 calendar days BEORE the date of sale listed in the Notice of Trustee’s Sale. If an amended Notice of Sale is recorded providing a 45-day notice of the sale, mediation must be requested no later than 25 days BEFORE the date of sale listed in the 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 (Toll-free): 1-877-894-HOME (1877-894-4663) or Web site: http://www.dfi. wa.gov/consumers/homeownership/post_ purchase_counselors_foreclosure.htm. The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Telephone (Tollfree): 1-800-569-4287 or National Web site: http://www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/ hcc/fc/index.cfm?webListAction=search& searchstate=WA&filterSvc=dfc. The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone (Toll-Free): 1-800-606-4819 or Web site: http://nwjustice.org/what-clear XII. FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT NOTICE: AZTEC FORECLOSURE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If a discharge has been obtained by any party through bankruptcy proceedings, this shall not be construed to be an attempt to collect the outstanding indebtedness or to hold you personally liable for the debt. DATED this 20th day of September, 2023 AZTEC FORECLOSURE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON By: Inna D. Fabyanchuk President 1499 SE Tech Center Place, Suite 255 Vancouver, WA 98683 (360) 2538017 / (877) 430-4787 ADDRESS FOR PERSONAL SERVICE Aztec Foreclosure Corporation of Washington 1499 SE Tech Center Place, Suite 255 Vancouver, WA 98683 STATE OF WASHINGTON ) ) SS. COUNTY OF CLARK ) This instrument was acknowledged before me this 20th day of September, 2023, by Inna D. Fabyanchuk, President. Kira Lynch Notary Public in and for the State of Washington My Commission Expires: 10/6/2024 KIRA LYNCH Notary Public State of Washington License Number 188037 My Commission Expires
October 06, 2024 322 126th Street S TACOMA, WA 98444 NPP0440985 To: DISPATCH (PIERCE) 12/27/2023, 01/17/2024 ORIGINAL TRUSTEE SALE RECORDED ON 8/21/2023 IN THE OFFICE OF THE PIERCE COUNTY RECORDER. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File No.:23-128659 Title Order No.:230267275 Grantor: Carleen B. Arbogast, an unmarried woman Current beneficiary of the deed of trust: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Current trustee of the deed of trust: Aztec Foreclosure Corporation of Washington Current mortgage servicer of the deed of trust: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Reference number of the deed of trust: 201105310248 Parcel number(s): 6615000880 Abbreviated legal description: PTN LOTS 1-4, BLOCK 13, MAP OF PACIFIC AVENUE ADD TO THE CITY OF TACOMA, WASHINGTON TERRITORY, VOL 2, P 32, PIERCE COUNTY Commonly known as: 158 S 64th Street, Tacoma, WA 98408 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, AZTEC FORECLOSURE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON will on January 5, 2024, at the hour of 9:00 AM at the Second Floor Entry Plaza outside the Pierce County Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma, WA, State of Washington, 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: THE WEST 67 1/2 FEET OF LOTS 1 TO 4, INCLUSIVE, IN BLOCK 13 OF MAP OF PACIFIC AVENUE ADDITION TO THE CITY OF TACOMA, WASHINGTON TERRITORY, ACCORDING TO PLAT RECORDED IN VOLUME 2 OF PLATS AT PAGE 32, IN TACOMA, PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON. which is the subject of that certain Deed of Trust dated May 24, 2011, recorded May 31, 2011, under Auditor’s File No. 201105310248, records of Pierce County, Washington, from Carleen B. Arbogast, an unmarried woman as Grantor, to The Talon Group as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (“MERS”), solely as nominee for Legacy Group Lending, Inc., a Washington Corporation, its successors and assigns as Beneficiary, which as assigned by Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (“MERS”), as designated nominee for Legacy Group Lending, Incorporated, beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns to Wells Fargo Bank, NA under an assignment recorded at Instrument No. 202303160279. 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 $7,809.87 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 $2,838.15 as of August 21, 2023. The amount to cure the default payments as of the date of this notice is $10,648.02. 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 $89,700.28, together with interest in the Note or other instrument secured from January 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 $96,794.63. 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 5, 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 December 25, 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 25, 2023 (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 may be terminated any time after December 25, 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,
Dec. 27, 2023 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: Lareen E. Jensen, daughter and Personal Representative Estate of Carleen B. Arbogast, deceased 3403 Tahoma Place W University Place, WA 98466 Lareen E. Jensen, daughter and Personal Representative Estate of Carleen B. Arbogast, deceased c/o The Gray Law Firm, P.S 4142 6th Avenue Tacoma, WA 98406 Estate of Carleen B. Arbogast 158 S 64th Street Tacoma, WA 98408 Estate of Carleen B. Arbogast 3403 Tahoma Pl W University Place, WA 98466 Unknown Heirs & Devisees Carleen B. Arbogast 158 S 64th Street Tacoma, WA 98408 Unknown Heirs & Devisees Carleen B. Arbogast 3403 Tahoma Pl W University Place, WA 98466 Cary W. Dean, son of Carleen B. Arbogast, deceased 11612 80th Avenue E Puyallup, WA 98373 Cynthia E. Dean, daughter of Carleen B. Arbogast, deceased 158 S 64th Street Tacoma, WA 98408 Layla Lynn Arbogast, stepdaughter of Carleen B. Arbogast, deceased 9920 South Tacoma Way Apartment Lakewood, WA 98499 Layla Lynn Arbogast, stepdaughter of Carleen B. Arbogast, deceased 158 S 64th Street Tacoma, WA 98408 Judy Beaty aka Judy Marlene Beaty 158 S 64th Street Tacoma, WA 98408 Judy Beaty aka Judy Marlene Beaty 2615 31st Avenue E Tacoma, WA 98443 Occupant(s) 158 S 64th Street Tacoma, WA 98408 by both first class and certified mail on July 19, 2023 proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served on July 18, 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 19, 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 90 calendar days BEORE the date of sale listed in the Notice of Trustee’s Sale. If an amended Notice of Sale is recorded providing a 45-day notice of the sale, mediation must be requested no later than 25 days BEFORE the date of sale listed in the 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 (Toll-free): 1-877-894-HOME (1-877-894-4663) or Web site: http://www.dfi.wa.gov/consumers/ homeownership/post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure.htm. The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Telephone (Toll-free): 1-800-5694287 or National Web site: http://www.hud. gov/offices/hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/index.cfm?we bListAction=search&searchstate=WA&fi lterSvc=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 21st day of August, 2023 AZTEC FORECLOSURE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON By: Inna D. Fabyanchuk President 1499 SE Tech Center Place, Suite 255 Vancouver, WA 98683 (360) 2538017 / (877) 430-4787 ADDRESS FOR PERSONAL SERVICE Aztec Foreclosure
Published Since 1893 Corporation of Washington 1499 SE Tech Center Place, Suite 255 Vancouver, WA 98683 STATE OF WASHINGTON ) ) SS. COUNTY OF CLARK ) This instrument was acknowledged before me this 21st day of August, 2023, by Inna D. Fabyanchuk, President. Kira Lynch Notary Public in and for the State of Washington My Commission Expires: 10/6/2024 KIRA LYNCH Notary Public State of Washington License Number 188037 My Commission Expires October 06, 2024 158 S 64th Street TACOMA, WA 98408 NPP0439732 To: DISPATCH (PIERCE) 12/06/2023, 12/27/2023 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. 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)5890909 FAX (253)267-0626 Published in the Dispatch December 6, 13, 20, 27, January 3 & 10, 2024 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
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EPA awards $3M in grants to address Yakima Valley ‘health disparities’ By Randy Bracht
susceptible to air stagnation. Recent studies have shown elevated rates of asthma The U.S. Environmental in youth, according to Protection Agency has information from the announced a pair of grant Washington Department awards totaling nearly $3 of Health and the Yakima million to address health Health District. disparities in the Lower To address such concerns, Yakima Valley. the EPA has awarded a $1 Located in south-central million grant to the state Washington, the valley health agency, which will is one of state’s premier begin a three-year project in agricultural regions with January that aims to connect over 350,000 acres of “community members orchards, vineyards, melon with essential resources, fields, forage crops, and information, and tools to more. But state and federal create safer and healthier officials say resulting living environments.” groundwater and air quality Additionally, EPA has issues pose increased risks announced a $1.9 million of “poor health outcomes,” grant to the University of especially for low-income Washington to create a residents and “communities research center aimed at of color” – a reference to the identifying “communities region’s Latino and tribal that are disproportionately populations. affected by environmental In 2010, an EPA hazards.” assessment of hundreds The measures were of homes and private outlined by EPA Region wells showed nearly 20% 10 administrator Casey exceeded federal standards Sixkiller during a press for nitrate levels. Excess conference Tuesday in nitrates in humans can Granger. A community make it harder for red open house was also held at blood cells to carry oxygen. the Yakima Valley Museum, Nitrates are often associated attended by Washington with fertilizer use in Department of Ecology agriculture, and samplings Acting Regional Director of crop fields, dairies, and Tom Tebb and Lauren Jenks, sewage treatment facilities the state Department of linked nitrate contamination Health’s assistant secretary to those sources, the agency of environmental public said. health. Pesticides and herbicides While DOH is responsible sprayed on fields and crops for monitoring large water can also pose increased systems, “private wells health risks, particularly cannot be overlooked,” Jenks in children. University of said, noting that clean water Washington researchers “is an essential necessity” have been studying effects but access to clean water on growth, development, “has not been uniform nor and learning and ways equitable” to everyone. to protect children from “This robust grant from pesticide exposure. the EPA will allow local, The valley, which state, and federal agencies includes the Yakama to work together to provide Nation’s 1-million-acre education and resources to tribal reservation, is also improve water quality and
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air quality for the residents of the Yakima Valley,” said Jenks. Other involved organizations in the outreach effort will include Heritage University, Central Washington University, Northwest Communities Education Center, and Yakima County Public Services. In a pre-recorded video message, Gov. Jay Inslee said the project is expected to reach over 15,000 residents and high-risk households. Inslee said the EPA’s $1 million grant to the state health department is funded through the federal Inflation Reduction Act and will provide “a muchneeded boost to state efforts to improve water and air quality in the region.” The Lower Yakima Valley project is one of 10 “environmental justice projects” receiving EPAawarded grants this year that total $8.2 million. “Expanding access to clean water and clean air is at the heart of our EPA environmental justice mission,” said Sixkiller. Ecology Director Laura Watson said the funding is critical to the state’s work in central Washington and “great news for the people living in the Yakima Valley.” EPA also hosted a grant-funding workshop for potential applicants in the region, providing information on grant and technical assistance available through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Inflation Reduction Act. During the open house, EPA’s mobile air quality laboratory was available for touring. The unit will be deployed later this winter to evaluate local air quality in the Yakima Valley.
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Published Since 1893
Census: Washingtonians moving out but gap being filled by international migration By Brett Davis
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Washington state was ranked No. 37 for population decline compared to last year in new annual population estimates. Between April 1, 2020, and July 1, 2023, Washington lost 23,497 people, in net domestic migration according to new U.S. Census Bureau annual estimates released Tuesday. The -23,497 figure – derived by estimating population changes in the state since the 2020 decennial Census – does not tell the whole story. For the 12 months ending in July, Washington saw 15,276 people leave. However, migrants from outside the country more than closed the gap by adding 28,919 to the Evergreen State’s population, and the state had 14,860 more
births than deaths. The Census Bureau figures show Washington had an estimated 7,812,880 people in 2023, or 28,403 more than the year before. That’s fewer gains than in 2022 when the state’s estimated population increase was 43,044, but more than 16,867 increase in 2021. For total net change over the past year, Washington’s gain of 28,403 saw it tied on a percentage basis with Indiana, Virginia, Wyoming and Minnesota at .4%. Earlier this year, the Census Bureau released data on 2022 state-tostate migration that found more than 248,000 people were estimated to have moved from other states to Washington, most from California,
DELAYS from Page 5Æ more. “We've never seen anything like it. And this is not just here in Washington, this is all around the country.” The result is significant cost increases compared to what the Legislature has appropriated. For example, a State Route 522 project was given $554 million in the state budget, but the new estimated cost is $775, $254 million higher. A State Route 527 improvement project was appropriated $77 million, but is now expected to cost $98 million. Additionally, a State Route 520 program has already received $1 billion in appropriations, but WSDOT says it will need even more, to the tune of $683 million. Assistant Secretary of Urban Mobility and Access and Megaprograms Julie Meredith told the House Transportation Committee that numerous factors have contributed to that. “Like big projects in the state and across the country, the market conditions, the bids exceeded our expectations.” She added that a fourmonth concrete strike delayed the project and depleted its risk reserve. She also said that “rising inflation and market volatility exceed our wildest expectations.” The rising project costs come at a time when WSDOT says maintenance and preservation is also in need of more money, despite record levels of funding for the state agency.
Oregon and Texas. The Census Bureau figures generally align with the state Office of Financial Management’s population data. “The April 1, 2023, population estimate places Washington’s population at 7,951,150,” the OFM website states. “This represents an increase of 86,750, or 1.10%, since last year.” OFM also notes the state’s “annual rate of population growth had been below 1.0% from 2009 to 2013 due to the sluggish economy. Economic activity has a strong influence on net migration.” According to a Nov. 8 OFM report, Washington is expected to hit 8 million people next year. The state is projected to hit 9 million people in 2038.
WSDOT Deputy Director Amy Scarton recently told the Washington State Transportation Commission the issue isn’t a lack of money, but prioritization by the Legislature to spend it on new transportation projects. WSDOT also recently updated their estimated price tag for fish barrier removal as part of a federal court order from $4 billion to $7.8 billion, which Rep. Jim Walsh, R-Aberdeen, wrote in a press release statement “pose(s) a threat to an already strained transportation budget, potentially resulting in further delays to essential highway and road maintenance projects across the state.” In an email to The Center Square, Inslee spokesperson Mike Faulk wrote that “the governor has been warning legislators about this issue for a long time. They passed a budget with a lot of good things – ferries, safety improvements, I-5 bridge replacement, electrification, fish passage barrier removal – but it’s also one that underfunds preservation and maintenance and overpromises projects the state may not be able to deliver. The governor and transportation leaders are continuing to look at how to prioritize projects and ensure that maintenance and preservation is adequately accounted for.”