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Unincorporated Pierce County crashes down despite smaller traffic unit

By Spencer Pauley The Center Square

Despite a drop in staffing in the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department’s Traffic Unit, safety on unincorporated county streets has improved over 2023.

The Pierce County Sheriff’s Department had to cut 12 full-time law enforcement positions as part of required budget cuts in the 2024-2025 budget. This saved the county approximately $4.3 million.

The majority of the vacant positions eliminated stem from the traffic unit.

The Pierce County Traffic Unit currently has eight full-time commissioned department members.

Despite a drop in staffing in the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department’s Traffic Unit, safety on unincorporated county streets has improved over 2023.

The Pierce County Sheriff’s Department had to cut 12 full-time law enforcement positions as part of required budget cuts in the 2024-2025 budget. This saved the county approximately $4.3 million.

The majority of the vacant positions eliminated stem from the traffic unit.

The Pierce County Traffic Unit currently has eight full-time commissioned department members.

The restoration of the funding for the eliminated positions is the traffic unit’s top priority for the 20242025 supplemental budget.

In 2023, there were 8,098 motor vehicle collisions in unincorporated parts of Pierce County. So far in 2024, there have been 4,591. A decrease of 43%.

The number of fatal collisions in unincorporated Pierce County has also dropped this year from 24 in 2023 to 10 so far in 2024. The majority of the fatalities so far this year were attributed to driving while under the influence.

The statistics presented to the public safety committee on Monday do not include fatalities that occurred on state highways.

Republican Rohrer leads Pierce County Council District 6 race following primary

By Spencer Pauley The Center Square

Results from the August Primary Election reveal incumbent Pierce County Council District 6 Councilmember Jani Hitchen faces a tough challenge from Republican Loujanna “LJ” Rohrer, who leads all

candidates for the county council seat. According to the latest election results, Rohrer leads all District 6 candidates with 47.2% of collected votes. Hitchen, a Democrat, is trailing with 41.1%, and fellow Democrat Danny Hankins collected 11.6% of tallied votes.

Rohrer, a senior legislative assistant

for the State House of Representatives, said she feels good about the primary results but feels that she has a lot of work to do.

“What the results show is that people are not satisfied with the incumbent,” Rohrer said to The Center Square in a phone call.

Rohrer will have to convince the 11.6% of Hankins supporters not to choose the incumbent Hitchen in the November Election, which she says she is confident she can do.

The top concern Rohrer is hearing from her constituents is the increasing cost of living, especially housing costs. She said she wants to look at

where spending is being made as Pierce County revenues continue to increase and figure out what residents are prioritizing for where generated revenue goes.

General fund revenues for Pierce County increased 2.5% from $875 million in the 2022-2023 budget to $896.7 million in the 2024-2025 budget.

The two leading candidates differ on how to address affordable housing, with Rohrer saying that the county needs to step back and look at how to efficiently spend tax dollars.

Join us Sunday at Home Spun

ALCOHOL ANONYMOUS MEETINGS OFFERED

Alcoholics Anonymous is available for people who have a problem with alcohol. Meetings begin at noon Wednesdays and 9 a.m. Saturdays at the American Legion Hall/ Lions Club, 123 Rainier Ave. N.

COMMUNITY COUNCIL

Graham-Kapowsin Community Council's Center at Evergreen on the Graham Hill has free exercise Tuesday & Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.; Ted Brown’s Music Therapy on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday each month at 12:30 p.m. and karaoke at 12:30 p.m. on the last Thursday each month plus line dancing at 12:45 p.m. for $3 every Thursday. Benston Hall has Taichi on Tuesday at 2 for $4. Both locations have $7 lunches for members or $10 for non members. RSVP to 253-921-2914 at least 24 hours before. GrahamKapowsin Community Council has added a new free Taichi class for seniors 55 and older. Balance is the focus on Thursdays from 1:40 p.m. to 2:25 p.m. at the Evergreen church on the Graham Hill.

ALANON HELP

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

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Reverend Dominic Chikankheni

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Reverend Dominic Chikankheni

253-875-6630 ext. 127

253-875-6630 ext.

229 Antonie Ave. N.

253-875-6630 ext. 127

229 Antonie Ave. N.

360-832-6363 or 253-875-6630

Saturday Mass...........4:00 p.m. Wednesday.................6:30 p.m.

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.

Saturday Mass...........4:00 p.m. Wednesday.................6:30 p.m.

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.

Savvy Senior: How to choose a walk-in bathtub

Dear Savvy Senior,

Because of my back pain and mobility problems, I’m interested in getting a walk-in bathtub that’s safe and easy to get in and out of. What all can you tell me about walk-in tubs, and can you recommend some top options? Old and Achy

Dear Old,

For mobility challenged seniors, a walk-in bathtub can be a terrific option to consider because they’re much easier to get into and out of than a standard tub, which also helps prevent falls. Here’s what you should know, along with a reliable resource to help you choose one.

AGE-FRIENDLY TUBS

Walk-in bathtubs are uniquely designed tubs that have a watertight, hinged door built into the side of the tub that provides a much lower threshold to step over (usually 3 to 7 inches) versus a standard tub that’s around 15 inches.

Most walk-in tubs have high sidewalls, usually between three and four feet high, and are between 28 and 32 inches wide, but will fit into the same 60-inch-long space as your standard tub without having to reconfigure the room.

In addition to the low threshold, most walk-in tubs also have a built-in seat, grab bars, anti-slip floors and anti-scald valves. Some tubs also come with handheld showerheads and quick drains (that drain the tub in under a minute), and many higherend models offer therapeutic spa-like features that are great for seniors with arthritis and other ailments.

The best kind of tub for you will depend on your needs, preferences and budget, and the size and layout of your bathroom. But be aware that walk-in bathtubs are not cheap. Prices range anywhere from $3,000 to $10,000 or more for the tub and installation costs.

INSURANCE AND AID

Because walk-in tubs are not considered durable medical equipment, original Medicare does not typically cover them nor do Medicare supplemental (Medigap) policies, but some Medicare Advantage plans may help pay.

If you’re receiving Medicaid, many states have Home and Community Based Services that may provide some assistance. Or, if you’re a disabled veteran, the VA has some home modification grants that may help pay.

There are also grants and loans available through the U.S.

Department of Agriculture that help elderly, low-income residents of rural areas make home modifications, which may be used to pay for a walk-in bathtub. And, depending on where you live, there may be local programs that can help like Habitat for Humanity or Rebuilding Together.

To find out if these options are available in your area, contact your Area Aging Agency (call 800677-1116) or nearby center for independent living (see ilru.org).

If, however, you can’t locate any financial assistance and you can’t afford to pay upfront for a walkin tub, most manufacturers offer financing so you can make monthly payments. You should also know that if you’re using a walk-in tub for a specific medical condition, you may also be able to deduct the costs of the tub from your taxes as a medical expense (see irs.gov/pub/ irs-pdf/p502.pdf).

BEST WALK-IN BATHTUBS

To help you choose a walk-in bathtub the National Council on Aging, which is a national nonprofit organization that advocates for older Americans, put together a review team to research the different companies and tubs. Their list of best walk-in bathtubs of 2024

Rohrer mentioned the Maureen Howard Affordable Housing Act, which implements a one-tenth of 1% sales tax for housing and related services, as an example of new tax sources that need to be more closely examined.

products exempt from the tax. The tax is expected to generate approximately $20 million in revenue each year, according to the county.

includes:

• Best Walk-in Tub Overall: Ella

Ultimate Walk-In Tub

• Best Walk-in Tub with Shower: Kohler Walk-In Tub with Shower Package

• Most Affordable Walk-in Tub: Ariel Walkin 3052 Soaker

• Best Soaking Tub: American Standard Gelcoat Entry Series

• Best Wheelchair-Accessible Tub: Ella Transfer

• Best Walk-in Tub for Small Spaces: AmeriGlide Sanctuary 2646 WIT

See NCOA.org/adviser/walk-intubs/best-walk-in-tubs for detailed reviews and product links.

To get started, you should contact a few walk-in bathtub retailers who can send a professional to your home to assess your bathroom and give you product options and estimates. Lowe’s and Home Depot also offer free evaluations and a wide range of walk-in tub options.

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.

Through July, there have been 157 DUI reports in unincorporated Pierce County and 7,503 traffic stops.

“Although we have a very understaffed unit at this time, we have very proactive individuals that are out trying to do what they can to safeguard the community members that we work for and serve,” Pierce County Sheriff’s Department Chief of Patrol Patti Jackson said in a public safety committee meeting on Monday.

The traffic unit is requesting $254,340 in equipment deemed necessary to conduct basic operations in enforcement and investigations. This includes a $25,330 drone and $115,220 for a new forklift to move cars that were involved in more serious crashes.

These are long term needs of the Pierce County Traffic Unit that are currently unbudgeted. According to a presentation, the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department has higher priorities that have been identified in the supplemental budget request.

Taxpayers pay 10 cents for every $100 spent, with groceries, medicine, certain medical supplies and hygiene

Hitchen touts her work to get the Maureen Howard Affordable Housing Act passed, stating that it would help the county partner with builders to produce permanently affordable housing and supportive housing in her campaign website.

units of affordable housing created by the sales tax go in order to address housing needs across Pierce County. Rohrer said the county should focus on working with industry partners and businesses to figure out solutions to address housing affordability and overall costs. This includes creating incentives for businesses and developers to build affordable housing at the necessary rate. ELECTION from Page 1Æ

Hitchen is focused on where

St. Joseph Medical Center, Tacoma, WA seeks medical technologists. Req’s BS in Med Tech, Chem, Phys or Bio; ASCP, NCA or HHS cert. Salary range $39.92 to $41.94/hour. Benefits incl med, vis, dental, life ins, 401(K) plan, PTO, pd sick leave, holidays, pat/mat leave, tuition asst, EAP, etc. Apply to Erin.Davis@commonspirit.org

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THIS WEEKEND IN PIERCE COUNTY:

ENUMCLAW RODEO

Head to the Enumclaw EXPO Center this Friday and Saturday (8/23 & 8/24) to experience the excitement of bull riding, bucking broncs, steer wrestling, roping, and barrel racing.

DUPONT COOKOFF

Join us at Clocktower Park this Saturday and Sunday (8/24 & 8/25) for a weekend full of BBQ, activities, live music, a car show, and beer!

WOMEN OF FORT NISQUALLY

Visit Fort Nisqually Living History Museum this Saturday (8/24) to see the vital role of métis women in the 19th-century settlement. Explore their heritage and daily tasks through hands-on activities.

HILLTOP STREET FAIR

Celebrate summer in the Hilltop Buisness District Saturday Aug 24 with food trucks, beer, vendor booths, live entertainment, kids' activities, a car show, basketball tournament, and an outdoor movie.

CLASSIC CAR SHOW

Stroll through Spanaway Park this Saturday Aug 24 and check out the vintage car show!

PROCTOR FOOD FEST

Washington state ‘increasingly at risk’ for rolling blackouts

Enjoy an afternoon in the Historic Proctor District this Sunday Aug 25 with numerous food trucks, live entertainment from local musicians, and shopping!

For more information and to register for the di erent events, go to: OR scan the

info.

By TJ Martinell The Center Square

A proposed battery energy storage system under consideration in Skagit County by the Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council would, if ultimately approved by Gov. Jay Inslee, be able to provide 200,000 homes with electricity for up to four hours.

It’s a facility that Washington residents might need if the state is unable to meet future energy demands, which the company behind the project warns is growing more likely.

compared to 2020 demand.

The second dilemma is that the new electricity must be from sources that conform to the state’s Clean Energy Transformation Act, which stipulates that utilities cannot use coal-based electricity starting next year, and by 2030 they can only use carbon neutral sources. By 2045, the energy will need to be from 100% renewable or “non-emitting” sources.

Morton Hospital parking lot, 521 Adams Ave., Morton Deadline to include free t-shirt is August28th!

You can walk or you can run. And you can get colorized or come out looking just as you started. It’s all your choice. Registered ﬁnishers receive a water bottle, T-shirt and ﬁnisher's medal. Entry is only $10 ($15 day of race)—and kids are free when registered with an adult. (Free entries do not include shirt).

In addition, winner medals will be awarded to top ﬁnishers!

Tenaska is an independent power company based out of the Midwest and behind the proposed $250 million BESS, which would store excess electricity generated by the grid for later use. In an Aug. 13 presentation to EFSEC, company officials cautioned that “the region is increasingly at risk for rolling blackouts and brownouts,” which it blames in part to “aging transmission infrastructure that cannot meet current or projected demand.”

However, the presentation also noted that “data centers in the PNW, which are notorious for high energy use, are expected to more than double their electricity use in the coming years.”

Another contributor is the state’s transportation electrification efforts, with a ban on new fossil fuel vehicles taking effect in 2030. Currently, there are roughly 90,200 battery electric vehicles registered in Washington. Last year, lightduty electric vehicles consumed about 309,000 megawatt hours of electricity.

The dilemma facing Washington is twofold. The first is that its energy grid will require an additional 5,300-gigawatt hours by 2030 and 13,500 GWh by 2045 to meet demand, according to Tenaska's presentation; one gigawatt is enough electricity to power 750,000 homes. By 2050, electrical load growth is anticipated to increase by 92%

While Tenaska aims to have the BESS built in one year and operational by 2026, EFSEC has struggled to get final approval for a project that would generate clean energy needed to meet future demand. The Horse Heaven Energy Center was scheduled to begin construction in 2021 but has faced numerous delays, the latest of which came in May when Inslee sent the project back to EFSEC to increase its size and scope.

According to Inslee’s letter to the council, the original project would have generated 1,150 megawatts of electricity, 5% of the total needed to meet 2035 demand. Inslee wrote that 20 projects of similar energy generation will need to be built by 2035 if the state is to meet demand.

An E3 study released in 2019, the same year the law was enacted, warned that the Pacific Northwest region faced a near-term capacity shortage of up to 7,000 MW by 2025 and up to 10,000 MW by 2030.

“Planned resource additions do not fill this gap,” the study noted, adding that one of the causes of the energy gap was “renewable and storage additions with diminishing capacity benefit.”

A Pacific Northwest resource adequacy study released by E3 in March 2019 concluded that “it is possible to maintain resource adequacy for a deeply decarbonized Northwest electricity grid, as long as sufficient firm capacity is available during periods of low wind, solar, and hydro production” and that “natural gas generation is the most economic source of firm capacity today.”

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Summer rolls, Italian style

By Lynda Balslev

Late summer yields a bounty of summer vegetables. Eggplant rollatini is a light and bright gratin that will put any excess eggplant to use. The eggplant is sliced in long strips and roasted. A ricotta filling is then rolled up in the strips and nestled in a marinara sauce, and the dish is gratineed in the oven.

There are several steps to this recipe, but don't be deterred. Each step is straightforward, and this dish comes together easily. The good news is that each component can be prepared ahead, and you can assemble the dish at your leisure. A recipe for the tomato sauce is provided, but if you want a shorter step, simply use a high-quality prepared marinara or tomato-basil sauce.

EGGPLANT ROLLATINI

Active time: 30 minutes

Total time: 1 hour and 15 minutes

Yield: Serves 4

SAUCE:

▶ 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

▶ 1 garlic clove, grated

▶ 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

▶ 1 (18-ounce) jar crushed Italian plum

tomatoes

▶ 1/2 teaspoon sugar

▶ 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

EGGPLANT:

▶ 2 medium globe eggplants, each 12 to 16 ounces

▶ 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

▶ Kosher salt

▶ Freshly ground black pepper

CHEESE:

▶ 12 ounces whole milk ricotta cheese, drained

▶ 1/4 cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus extra for sprinkling

▶ 1/4 cup finely grated pecorino Romano cheese

▶ 1 large egg

▶ 1 garlic clove, grated

▶ 2 to 3 tablespoons torn fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish

▶ Kosher salt

▶ 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Make the sauce: Heat the oil over medium heat in a medium saucepan. Add the garlic and red pepper and saute until fragrant, about 15 seconds. Add the tomatoes, sugar and salt. Simmer the sauce over medium-low heat until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes.

Spread the sauce in a 2-quart baking dish. Heat the oven to 425 degrees.

Trim the ends of the eggplants. Thinly slice the eggplants lengthwise, about 1/4-inch thick. Arrange the eggplant in one layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Brush with oil and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to the oven and roast until tender and golden brown in spots, about 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and lower the oven temperature to 375 degrees.

Whisk the cheeses, egg, garlic, basil, 1/2

teaspoon salt and the black pepper in a bowl. Spoon a heaping tablespoon of the ricotta mixture on the base of an eggplant slice. Starting at the base, roll the eggplant up. Arrange, seamside down, in the sauce in the baking dish. Repeat with the remaining eggplant slices.

Top each roll with a small dollop of the remaining ricotta. Sprinkle additional Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese over the rolls. Transfer to the oven and bake until the cheese melts and the sauce is bubbling, 15 to 20 minutes. Garnish with additional basil and serve warm.

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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IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON (rcw46.55.130), GRAHAM TOWING #5124 WILL SELL ABANDONED VEHICLES TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER ON August 27, 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 August 21, 2024

In the Superior Court of the State of Washington for the county of Pierce Kathleen M. Alvarez, Petitioner vs. Kevin R. DeFields, Respondent No. 98-2-00352-4 The state of Washington to Kathleen Alvarez (Petitioner): You are hereby summoned to appear on the 13th day of September 2024 at 1:00 p.m. in Pierce County Superior Court Room 117 and respond to the Respondent’s Motion to Terminate the protection order entered by the Court in this matter. If you fail to respond, the protection order previously issued on your behalf may be terminated. A copy of the respondent’s motion has been filed with the clerk of this court. Respondent Kevin DeFields. Published in the Dispatch August 21, 28 & September 4, 2024

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE PLANET HOME LENDING, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. ZACHARY J STRAKA; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, RTMT PARTNERSHIP, OCCUPANTS OF THE PROPERTY, Defendants. Case No.: 24-2-08849-6 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION To: ZACHARY J STRAKA; OCCUPANTS OF THE PROPERTY, THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO THE SAID DEFENDANTS: You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty days after the 7th day of August, 2024, and defend the above entitled action in the above entitled court, and answer the complaint of the Plaintiff, Planet Home Lending, LLC, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for Plaintiff, McCarthy & Holthus, LLP at the 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 basis for the complaint is a foreclosure of the property commonly known as 23329 114TH AVE E, GRAHAM, WA 98338, Pierce County, Washington as a result of a default under the terms of the note and deed of trust. DATED: July 31, 2024 McCarthy & Holthus, LLP s/ Grace Chu Grace Chu WSBA No. 51256 David Swartley WSBA No. 51732 108 1st Avenue South, Ste. 400 Seattle, WA 98104 Attorneys for Plaintiff Published in the Dispatch August 7, 14, 21, 28, September 4 & 11, 2024 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE, Plaintiff, vs. PAOLO CHIDROME, ANNA YUN CHIDROME; OCCUPANTS OF THE PROPERTY, Defendants. Case No.: 24-2-053871 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION To: PAOLO CHIDROME, ANNA YUN CHIDROME; OCCUPANTS OF THE PROPERTY, THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO THE SAID DEFENDANTS: You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty days after the 24th day of July, 2024, and defend the above entitled action in the above entitled court, and answer the complaint of the Plaintiff, Shellpoint Mortgage, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for Plaintiff, McCarthy & Holthus, LLP at the 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 basis for the complaint is a foreclosure of the property commonly known as 7001 OPAL CT SW, LAKEWOOD, WA 98498, Pierce County, Washington as a result of a default under the terms of the note and deed of trust. DATED: July 19, 2024 McCarthy & Holthus, LLP s/Grace Chu Grace Chu WSBA No. 51256 David Swartley WSBA No. 51732 108 1st Avenue South, Ste. 400 Seattle, WA 98104 Attorneys for Plaintiff Published in the Dispatch July 24, 31, August 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2024 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING In re the Estate of: ELOY ULISES CASILLASROJAS, Deceased. Case No. 24-405337-6 SEA PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.010 et seq. Juan Leonardo Casilla-Rojas has been appointed and has qualified as Administrator of the above-captioned estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing

to the Administrator or the Administrator’s attorney at the address stated below, a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Administrator served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATED: August 5, 2024 FIRST PUBLICATION: August 14, 2024 /s Donna M. Calf Robe, WSBA No. 18852 Attorney for the Administrator Address for Mailing or Service: BROTHERS & HENDERSON, P.S. 936 N. 34TH STREET, SUITE 200 SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98103 Published in the Dispatch August 14, 21 & 28, 2024

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING IN THE ESTATE OF BARBARA D. BEAVER, aka Katherine Barbara Beaver, aka Barbara DeLay Beaver Deceased. NO. 24-405165-9 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 July 29, 2024 Date of first publication August 7, 2024 /s/ ANNE E. BEAVER ANNE E. BEAVER Personal Representative for the Estate of BARBARA D. BEAVER c/o Marine View Law & Escrow PLLC 22021 7th Avenue South Suite 6 Des Moines, WA 98198 Tel: (206) 8788777 /s/ Renee Roman Renee Roman, WSBA #17728 Attorney for the Estate of BARBARA D. BEAVER Marine View Law & Escrow PLLC 22021 7th Avenue South Suite 6 Des Moines, WA 98198 Tel: (206) 878-8777 Published in the Dispatch August 7, 14 & 21, 2024

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING IN THE ESTATE OF CHARLES C. MILES III Deceased Case No.: 24-4-05468-2 KNT 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 August 9, 2024 Date of first publication August 21, 2024 /s/ ANDREW D. YOUNG ANDREW D. YOUNG Administrator for the Estate of CHARLES C. MILES III 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 CHARLES C. MILES III Marine View Law & Escrow PLLC 22021 7th Avenue South Suite 6 Des Moines, WA 98198 Tel: (206) 8788777 Published in the Dispatch August 21, 28 & September 4, 2024 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING IN THE ESTATE OF JAMES STEVEN BURNS, Deceased Case No.: 24-4-05356-2 KNT

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 July 30, 2024 Date of first publication August 7, 2024 /s/ ANTHONY BURNS ANTHONY BURNS Administrator for the Estate of JAMES STEVEN BURNS c/o Marine View Law & Escrow PLLC 22021 7th Avenue South Suite 6 Des Moines, WA 98198 Tel: (206) 8788777 /s/ Renee Roman Renee Roman, WSBA #17728 Attorney for the Estate of JAMES STEVEN BURNS Marine View Law & Escrow PLLC 22021 7th Avenue South Suite 6 Des Moines, WA 98198 Tel: (206) 878-8777 Published in the Dispatch August 7, 14 & 21, 2024 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SPOKANE In the Matter of the Estate of: GILBERT N. CONFORTI, JR., Deceased. No. 244-01599-32 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) The Petitioner 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(s) 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(s) must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against the Decedent’s probate and non-probate assets. Date of First Publication: August 21, 2024 STEPHEN CONFORTI Personal Representative Address for Mailing Notice: c/o Randall | Danskin, P.S. Attn: Stephanie R. Taylor 601 W. 1st Avenue, Suite 800 Spokane, Washington 99201 RANDALL | DANSKIN, P.S. Stephanie R. Taylor, WSBA #32038 Attorney for Personal Representative Published in the Dispatch August 21, 28 & September 4, 2024

STATE OF WASHINGTON CLARK COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT In the matter of the Estate of: PETER M. JERRY, Deceased. NO: 24-4-00965-06

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Estate Administrator named below has been appointed as Estate 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 Estate Administrator or the Estate Administrator’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Estate Administrator served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and non-probate assets. Date of first publication: August 14, 2024 Estate Administrator: PAULA J. KRONSPERGER Attorney for Estate Administrator: NICHOLAS ALEXANDER Address for mailing or service: c/o Vancouver Wills and Trusts 405 W 13th Street Vancouver, WA 98660 Court of probate proceedings and cause number: CLARK COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT CAUSE NO. 24-4-00965-06 Published in the Dispatch August 14, 21 & 28, 2024

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF PIERCE Estate of: NORMA JEAN WRIGHT, Deceased. No. 24-4-01567-4

Personal Representative has been appointed and has qualified as the 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: (1) 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 (2) filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of first publication in Pierce County: August 14, 2024 Personal Representative: Yvette Wright Gauff Attorney for the Personal Representative: Desiree S. Hosannah Address for Mailing or Service: The Hosannah Law Group, PLLC 5631 Tacoma Mall Blvd, Ste. #1, Tacoma, WA 98409 DATED: August 7, 2024 at Tacoma, WA. The Hosannah Law Group, PLLC s/ Desiree S. Hosannah WSBA No 31150 Attorney for Personal Representative The Hosannah Law Group, PLLC 5631 Tacoma Mall Blvd, Ste. #1, Tacoma, WA 98409 Telephone: (253) 476-5977 E-mail: desiree@dshlg.com Published in the Dispatch August 14, 21 & 28, 2024 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR PIERCE COUNTY RABIYA PROPERTIES, LLC, a Washington State Limited Liability Company, Plaintiff, v. 2003 CHAMP DISCOVER MOBILE HOME, VIN NUMBER 11829464AB, LOCATED AT 1205 342ND ST E, ROY, WA 98580, ESTATE OF REGINA FIGUEROA, JOHN DOES 1-5 CLAIMING THEREUNDER, AND ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS HAVING AN INTEREST IN THAT CERTAIN PERSONAL PROPERTY, Defendants. Case No.: 24-2-07635-8 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION The State of Washington to the said: 2003 CHAMP DISCOVER MOBILE HOME, VIN NUMBER 11829464AB, LOCATED AT 1205 342ND ST E, ROY, WA 98580, ESTATE OF REGINA FIGUEROA, JOHN DOES 1-5 CLAIMING THEREUNDER, AND ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS HAVING AN INTEREST IN THAT CERTAIN PERSONAL PROPERTY You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty days after the 28th day of August, 2024, and defend the above entitled action in the above entitled court, and answer the complaint for plaintiff, RABIYA PROPERTIES, LLC, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for Plaintiff, ROI Law Firm, PLLC, at their 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. This case is a Quiet Title action involving the 2003 CHAMP DISCOVER MOBILE HOME, VIN NUMBER 11829464AB, PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX PARCEL NUMBER 5555513844, LOCATED AT 1205 342ND ST E, ROY, WA 98580. Dated this 16th day of August, 2024 ROI LAW FIRM, PLLC By /s/ Seth Goodstein Seth Goodstein, WSBA # 45091

Justin P. Haspe, WSBA # 56181 ROI Law Firm, PLLC 1302 North I Street, Ste. C Tacoma, WA 98403 Telephone: 253-753-1530 Fax: 253-753-1532 Attorneys for Plaintiff Published in the Dispatch August 21, 28, September 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2024

TS No WA05000058-23-1 TO No 230455681-WA-VOI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Grantor: RON C ADAMS, AN UNMARRIED MAN AND FRANK D ADAMS, AN UNMARRIED MAN, AS JOINT TENANTS WITH RIGHTS OF SURVIVORSHIP Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: Nationstar Mortgage LLC Original Trustee of the Deed of Trust: FIRST AMERICAN TITLE Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Current Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC

Reference Number of the Deed of Trust: Instrument No. 201003050131 Parcel Number: 3450000290 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 30, 2024, 09:00 AM, 2nd Floor Entry Plaza Outside the County Courthouse, Pierce County Superior Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma WA 98402, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, the undersigned Trustee, will 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 property, situated in the County of Pierce, State of Washington, to-wit: LOTS 15 AND 16, BLOCK 3, DEFIANCE PARK ADDITION TO TACOMA, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN VOLUME 5 OF PLATS AT PAGE 29 IN PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON APN: 3450000290 More commonly known as 5014 N VISSCHER ST, TACOMA, WA 98407 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated November 20, 2009, executed by RON C ADAMS, AN UNMARRIED MAN AND FRANK D ADAMS, AN UNMARRIED MAN, AS JOINT TENANTS WITH RIGHTS OF SURVIVORSHIP as Trustor(s), to secure obligations in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), as designated nominee for ALLY BANK CORP. F/K/A GMAC BANK /GRANTEE, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, recorded March 5, 2010 as Instrument No. 201003050131 and the beneficial interest was assigned to Nationstar Mortgage LLC and recorded October 13, 2023 as Instrument Number 202310130464 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Pierce County, Washington. II. No action commenced by Nationstar Mortgage LLC, the current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrowers’ or Grantors’ default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/Mortgage. 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 PAYMENT INFORMATION From January 1, 2023 To April 25, 2024 Number of Payments 6 $1,576.72 10 $1,651.20 Total $25,972.32 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION January 1, 2023 April 25, 2024 $942.20 $942.20 PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: November 20, 2009 Note Amount $200,000.00 Interest Paid To: December 1, 2022 Next Due Date: January 1, 2023 Current Beneficiary: Nationstar Mortgage LLC Contact Phone No: 800-306-9027 Address: 8950 Cypress Waters Blvd., Coppell, TX 75019 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $146,593.94, together with 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. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on August 30, 2024. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by August 19, 2024, (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before August 19, 2024 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustees’ fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashiers’ or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the August 19, 2024 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by 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 current Beneficiary, Nationstar Mortgage LLC or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): ADDRESS FRANK D ADAMS 5014 N VISSCHER ST, TACOMA, WA 98407 RON C ADAMS 5014 N VISSCHER ST, TACOMA, WA 98407 by both first class and certified mail on March 27, 2024, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and 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 March 26, 2024 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 objections to this 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 Trustees’ 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 61.24.060. Notice to Borrower(s) who received a letter under RCW 61.24.031: THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. Mediation MUST be requested between the time you receive the Notice of Default and no later than 90 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in the Notice of Trustee Sale. If an amended Notice of Trustee Sale is recorded 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 the 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 might 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: (877) 894-4663 or (800) 606-4819 Website: www.wshfc.org The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Telephone: (800) 569-4287 Website: www.hud.

gov The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: (800) 606-4819 Website: www. homeownership.wa.gov Dated: April 22, 2024 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as Duly Appointed Successor Trustee By: Alan Burton, Vice President MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps 606 W. Gowe Street Kent, WA 98032 Toll Free Number: (844) 367-8456 TDD: 711 949.252.8300 For Reinstatement/ Pay Off Quotes, contact MTC Financial Inc. DBA Trustee Corps Order Number 102004, Pub Dates: 07/31/2024, 08/21/2024, EATONVILLE DISPATCH

TS No WA06000090-23-1 TO No 230381134-WA-MSI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Grantor: KAREEM JOHNSON, AN UNMARRIED PERSON Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: American Financial Network, Inc. Original Trustee of the Deed of Trust: CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY OF WASHINGTON Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Current Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: Servbank, SB Reference Number of the Deed of Trust: Instrument No. 202201311125 Parcel Number: 5005006750 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that on August 16, 2024, 09:00 AM, 2nd Floor Entry Plaza Outside the County Courthouse, Pierce County Superior Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma WA 98402, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, the undersigned Trustee, will 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 property, situated in the County of Pierce, State of Washington, to-wit: THE EAST 50 FEET OF LOT 35 TO 38, INCLUSIVE, BLOCK 76, MAP OF LAKE CITY, W.T., ACCORDING TO PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK 3 OF PLATS, PAGE 18, IN PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON. SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON. APN: 5005006750 More commonly known as 8517 VETERANS DR SW, LAKEWOOD, WA 98498 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated January 31, 2022, executed by KAREEM JOHNSON, AN UNMARRIED PERSON as Trustor(s), to secure obligations in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), as designated nominee for AMERICAN FINANCIAL NETWORK INC DBA: ORION LENDING, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, recorded January 31, 2022 as Instrument No. 202201311125 and the beneficial interest was assigned to AMERICAN FINANCIAL NETWORK, INC. and recorded December 22, 2022 as Instrument Number 202212220212 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Pierce County, Washington. II. No action commenced by American Financial Network, Inc., the current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrowers’ or Grantors’ default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/ Mortgage. 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: DELIN -

QUENT PAYMENT INFORMATION

From September 1, 2022 To April 11, 2024 Number of Payments 20 $46,177.20 Total $46,177.20 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION September 1, 2022 April 11, 2024 1 $1,176.19

$1,176.19 PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: January 31, 2022 Note Amount $388,740.00 Interest Paid To: August 1, 2022 Next Due Date: September 1, 2022 Current Beneficiary: American Financial Network, Inc. Contact Phone No: 866-867-0330

Address: 3138 East Elwood Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $385,199.40, together with 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. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on August 16, 2024. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by August 5, 2024, (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before August 5, 2024 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustees’ fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashiers’ or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the August 5, 2024 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by 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 current Beneficiary, American Financial Network, Inc. or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): ADDRESS KAREEM JOHNSON 8517 VETERANS DR SW, LAKEWOOD, WA 98498 by both first class and certified mail on August 24, 2023, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and 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 August 24, 2023 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 objections to this 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 Trustees’ 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 61.24.060. Notice to Borrower(s) who received a letter under RCW 61.24.031: THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. Mediation MUST be requested between the time you receive the Notice of Default and no later than 90 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in the Notice of Trustee Sale. If an amended Notice of Trustee Sale is recorded 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 the 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 might 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: (877) 894-4663 or (800) 6064819 Website: www.wshfc.org The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Telephone: (800) 569-4287 Website: www.hud.gov

The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: (800) 606-4819 Website: www. homeownership.wa.gov Dated: April 12, 2024 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as Duly Appointed Successor Trustee By: Alan Burton, Vice President MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps 606 W. Gowe Street Kent, WA 98032 Toll Free Number: (844) 367-8456 TDD: 711 949.252.8300 For Reinstatement/ Pay Off Quotes, contact MTC Financial Inc. DBA Trustee Corps Order Number 101698, Pub Dates: 07/31/2024, 08/21/2024, EATONVILLE DISPATCH

TS No WA07000042-24-1 TO No 240066263-WA-MSI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Grantor: MICHAEL J ADAMS AND CHARITY ADAMS, HUSBAND AND WIFE Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: Idaho Housing and Finance Association (which also dba HomeLoanServ) Original Trustee of the Deed of Trust: WFG NATIONAL TITLE COMPANY OF WASHINGTON, LLC Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Current Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: Idaho Housing and Finance Association dba HomeLoanServ Reference Number of the Deed of Trust: Instrument No. 202104291361 Parcel Number: 0319052030 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that on August 30, 2024, 09:00 AM, 2nd Floor Entry Plaza Outside the County Courthouse, Pierce County Superior Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma WA 98402, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, the undersigned Trustee, will 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 property, situated in the County of Pierce, State of Washington, to-wit: Abbreviated Legal: PNT OF THE SW 1/4, NW 1/4, SEC 5, T19N, R3E, W.M.

BEGINNING 30 FEET WEST AND 220 FEET NORTH OF THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 19 NORTH, RANGE 3 EAST, W.M., IN PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON; THENCE WEST 150 FEET; THENCE NORTH 100 FEET: THENCE EAST 150 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 100 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON. APN: 0319052030 More commonly known as 10228 ALASKA ST S, TACOMA, WA 98444 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated April 27, 2021, executed by MICHAEL J ADAMS AND CHARITY ADAMS, HUSBAND AND WIFE as Trustor(s), to secure obligations in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), as designated nominee for FAIRWAY INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, recorded April 29, 2021 as Instrument No. 202104291361 and the beneficial interest was assigned to Idaho Housing and Finance Association and recorded February 21, 2024 as Instrument Number 202402210369 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Pierce County, Washington. II. No action commenced by Idaho Housing and Finance Association (which also dba HomeLoanServ), the current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrowers’ or Grantors’ default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/Mortgage. 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 PAYMENT

INFORMATION From May 1, 2023 To May 1, 2024 Number of Payments 1 $27,631.00 Total $27,631.00 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION May 1, 2023 May 1, 2024 $817.18 $817.18 PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: April 27, 2021 Note Amount:$355,443.00 Interest Paid To: April 1, 2023 Next Due Date: May 1, 2023 Current Beneficiary: Idaho Housing and Finance Association (which also dba HomeLoanServ) Contact Phone No: (800) 526-7145 Address: 565 W Myrtle St., Boise, ID 83702 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $340,233.29, together with 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. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on August 30, 2024. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by August 19, 2024, (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before August 19, 2024 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is

cured and the Trustees’ fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashiers’ or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the August 19, 2024 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by 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 current Beneficiary, Idaho Housing and Finance Association (which also dba HomeLoanServ) or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): ADDRESS CHARITY ADAMS 10228 ALASKA ST S, TACOMA, WA 98444 CHARITY ADAMS 10228 Alaska St S, Parkland, WA 98444 MICHAEL J ADAMS 10228 ALASKA ST S, TACOMA, WA 98444 MICHAEL J ADAMS 10228 Alaska St S, Parkland, WA 98444 by both first class and certified mail on March 21, 2024, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and 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 March 21, 2024 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 objections to this 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 Trustees’ 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 61.24.060. Notice to Borrower(s) who received a letter under RCW 61.24.031: THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. Mediation MUST be requested between the time you receive the Notice of Default and no later than 90 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in the Notice of Trustee Sale. If an amended Notice of Trustee Sale is recorded 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 the 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 might 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: (877) 894-4663 or (800) 6064819 Website: www.wshfc.org The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Telephone: (800) 569-4287 Website: www.hud.gov The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: (800) 606-4819 Website: www. homeownership.wa.gov Dated: April 26, 2024 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as Duly Appointed Successor Trustee By: Alan Burton, Vice President MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps 606 W. Gowe Street Kent, WA 980325744 Toll Free Number: (844) 367-8456 TDD: 711 949.252.8300 For Reinstatement/Pay Off Quotes, contact MTC Financial Inc. DBA Trustee Corps Order Number 102140, Pub Dates: 07/31/2024, 08/21/2024, EATONVILLE DISPATCH

TS No WA07000312-23-1 TO No 8788278 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Grantor: STEVE RYAN JOHNSON, AN UNMARRIED MAN

Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: Nationstar Mortgage LLC Original Trustee of the Deed of Trust: CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY OF WASHINGTON Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Current Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Reference Number of the Deed

of Trust: Instrument No. 202204130476

Parcel Number: 500372-1540 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on September 20, 2024, 10:00 AM, The 2nd floor entry plaza outside the County Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma, WA 98402, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, the undersigned Trustee, will 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 property, situated in the County of Pierce, State of Washington, to-wit: LOT 154, RIDGE AT SOUTHWOOD, DIVISION NO. 1, PHASE 1, A P.D.D., AS PER PLAT RECORDED JUNE 23, 2006 UNDER RECORDING NO. 200606235001, RECORDS OF PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON;TOGETHER WITH A NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS AS DELINEATED ON THE PLAT OF RIDGE AT SOUTHWOOD, DIVISION NO. 1, PHASE 1, A P.D.D., ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JUNE 23, 2006 UNDER RECORDING NO. 200606235001, RECORDS OF PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON.SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON. APN: 500372-1540 More commonly known as 2022 201ST ST E., SPANAWAY, WA 98387 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated April 12, 2022, executed by STEVE RYAN JOHNSON, AN UNMARRIED MAN as Trustor(s), to secure obligations in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), as designated nominee for FAIRWAY INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, recorded April 13, 2022 as Instrument No. 202204130476 and the beneficial interest was assigned to Nationstar Mortgage LLC and recorded December 27, 2023 as Instrument Number 202312270083 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Pierce County, Washington. II. No action commenced by Nationstar Mortgage LLC, the current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrowers’ or Grantors’ default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/Mortgage. 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 PAYMENT INFORMATION From August 1, 2023 To May 13, 2024 Number of Payments 10 $2,983.29 Total $29,832.90 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION August 1, 2023 May 13, 2024 $178.60 $178.60 PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION

Note Dated: April 12, 2022 Note Amount $421,855.00 Interest Paid To: July 1, 2023 Next Due Date: August 1, 2023 Current Beneficiary: Nationstar Mortgage LLC Contact Phone No: 800-3069027 Address: 8950 Cypress Waters Blvd., Coppell, TX 75019 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $414,398.23, together with 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. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on September 20, 2024. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by September 9, 2024, (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before September 9, 2024 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustees’ fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashiers’ or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the September 9, 2024 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by 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 current Beneficiary, Nationstar Mortgage LLC or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): ADDRESS STEVE RYAN JOHNSON 2022 201ST ST E., SPANAWAY, WA 98387 STEVE RYAN JOHNSON 2022 201ST ST E, SPANAWAY, WA 98387 STEVE RYAN JOHNSON 2022 E 201ST ST, SPANAWAY, WA 98387-4110 by both first class and certified mail on April 10, 2024, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and 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 April 10, 2024 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 pro

vide 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 this 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 Trustees’ 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 61.24.060. Notice to Borrower(s) who received a letter under RCW 61.24.031: THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. Mediation MUST be requested between the time you receive the Notice of Default and no later than 90 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in the Notice of Trustee Sale. If an amended Notice of Trustee Sale is recorded 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 the 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 might 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: (877) 894-4663 or (800) 606-4819 Website: www.wshfc.org The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Telephone: (800) 569-4287 Website: www.hud.gov The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: (800) 606-4819 Website: www. homeownership.wa.gov Dated: May 13, 2024 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as Duly Appointed Successor Trustee By: Alan Burton, Vice President MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps 606 W. Gowe Street Kent, WA 98032 Toll Free Number: (844) 367-8456 TDD: 711 949.252.8300 For Reinstatement/ Pay Off Quotes, contact MTC Financial Inc. DBA Trustee Corps Order Number 102378, Pub Dates: 08/21/2024, 09/11/2024, EATONVILLE DISPATCH TS No WA07000350-23-1 TO No 230631188-WA-MSI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Grantor: STEPHANIE FAYE OWENS, A MARRIED WOMAN, PATRICK J. OWENS Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: Idaho Housing and Finance Association (which also dba HomeLoanServ) Original Trustee of the Deed of Trust: CW TITLE AND ESCROW Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Current Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: Idaho Housing and Finance Association dba HomeLoanServ Reference Number of the Deed of Trust: Instrument No. 202011171145 Parcel Number: 6020360040 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 30, 2024, 09:00 AM, 2nd Floor Entry Plaza Outside the County Courthouse, Pierce County Superior Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma WA 98402, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, the undersigned Trustee, will 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 property, situated in the County of Pierce, State of Washington, to-wit: LOT 4 OF LYNDHURST, AS PER PLAT RECORDED UNDER RECORDING NO. 9008290271, RECORDS OF PIERCE COUNTY AUDITOR;SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON. APN: 6020360040 More commonly known as 17209 92ND AVE E, PUYALLUP, WA 98375 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated November 16, 2020, executed by STEPHANIE FAYE OWENS, A MARRIED WOMAN, PATRICK J. OWENS as Trustor(s), to secure obligations in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), as designated nominee for FAIRWAY INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its succes -

sors and assigns, recorded November 17, 2020 as Instrument No. 202011171145 and the beneficial interest was assigned to Idaho Housing and Finance Association (which also dba HomeLoanServ) and recorded January 31, 2024 as Instrument Number 202401310122 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Pierce County, Washington. II. No action commenced by Idaho Housing and Finance Association (which also dba HomeLoanServ), the current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrowers’ or Grantors’ default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/Mortgage. 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

PAYMENT INFORMATION From April 1, 2023 To April 16, 2024 Number of Payments 13 Total $25,162.80 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION April 1, 2023 April 16, 2024,858.08 PROMISSORY

NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: November 16, 2020 Note Amount $431,048.00 Interest Paid To: March 1, 2023 Next Due Date: April 1, 2023

Current Beneficiary: Idaho Housing and Finance Association (which also dba HomeLoanServ) Contact Phone No: (800) 526-7145 Address: 565 W Myrtle St., Boise, ID 83702 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $411,938.53, together with 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. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on August 30, 2024. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by August 19, 2024, (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before August 19, 2024 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustees’ fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashiers’ or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the August 19, 2024 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by 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 current Beneficiary, Idaho Housing and Finance Association (which also dba HomeLoanServ) or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): ADDRESS STEPHANIE FAYE OWENS 17209 92ND AVE E, PUYALLUP, WA 98375 PATRICK J. OWENS 17209 92ND AVE E, PUYALLUP, WA 98375 by both first class and certified mail on March 4, 2024, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and 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 March 1, 2024 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 objections to this 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 Trustees’ 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 61.24.060. Notice to Borrower(s) who received a letter under RCW 61.24.031: THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. Mediation MUST be requested between the time you receive the Notice of Default and no later than 90 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in the Notice of Trustee Sale. If an amended Notice of Trustee Sale is recorded 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 the amended Notice of Trustee Sale. DO NOT DELAY. CON -

TACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you might 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: (877) 894-4663 or (800) 606-4819 Website: www.wshfc.org The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Telephone: (800) 569-4287 Website: www.hud.gov The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: (800) 606-4819 Website: www. homeownership.wa.gov Dated: April 17 , 2024 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as Duly Appointed Successor Trustee By: Alan Burton, Vice President MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps 606 W. Gowe Street Kent, WA 98032 Toll Free Number: (844) 367-8456 TDD: 711 949.252.8300 For Reinstatement/Pay Off Quotes, contact MTC Financial Inc. DBA Trustee Corps Order Number 101808, Pub Dates: 07/31/2024, 08/21/2024, EATONVILLE DISPATCH

In the superior court of the State of Washington for the county of Pierce, Case No. No. 24-2-08232-3, EQUITY TITLE OF WASHINGTON, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. SU-YING HSUEH, Defendant. The State of Washington to Defendant, SU-YING HSUEH: You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty days after the 31st day of July, 2024, and defend the above entitled action in the above entitled court, and answer the complaint of the Plaintiff, EQUITY TITLE OF WASHINGTON, LLC, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for Plaintiff, Hall Griffin, LLP, at their 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. (Complaint In Interpleader),. Katelyn M.W. Burnett, Esq. Hall Griffin LLP 1851 East First Street, 10th Floor Santa Ana, CA 92705-4052 (714)9187000 Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch July 31, August 7, 14, 21, 28 & September 4, 2024

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS: Van Lierop Park Playground Project Bid Due: Wednesday, August 28, 2024 @ 2:00pm Scope: Construct two playground surfaces and adjoining accessible permeable concrete sidewalks.

Notes: Please go to the following link for full Bid Package details: https://www. questcdn.com/Project Access Code # 9244426 Owner: City of Puyallup, 333 South Meridian, Fourth Floor, Puyallup WA 98371

Contact: Cody Geddes, Phone: (253) 841-5516; Email: CGeddes@puyallupwa.gov The City of Puyallup in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,78 Stat. 252,42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation, Subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, nondiscrimination in federally-assisted programs of the Department of Transportation issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises as defined at 49 CFR Part 26 will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or sex in consideration for an award. Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch August 14 & 21, 2024

Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce In re the marriage/ domestic partnership of: Petitioner (person who started this case): Meghann Darlene Cash And Respondent (other spouse/ partner): John Paul Cash No. 24-300090-8 Summons: Notice about a Marriage or Domestic Partnership (SM) Summons: Notice about a Marriage or Domestic Partnership To the Respondent: Your spouse/domestic partner (the Petitioner) started a case asking the court to end your marriage. Important! Petitioner must complete the address boxes below. If Petitioner does not give a service address and the court’s address, this Summons will be invalid. [X] Petitioner Petitioner’s Address for Service: (This does not have to be a home address.) 1209 S 72nd St Tacoma WA 98408 Tacoma, Washington 98408 You may only serve Petitioner by email if an email address is provided below or Petitioner otherwise agrees in writing. See All Civil 006 Agreement re: Service by Email.

Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce Court’s Address for filing: 930 Tacoma Ave S, Rm 110 Tacoma, WA 98402-2177 You must respond in writing for the court to consider your side. Deadline! Your Response must be served on Petitioner within 20 days of the date you were served this Summons (60 days if you were served outside of Washington State). If the case has been filed in court, you must also file your Response by the same deadline. 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 Petitioner’s requests without hearing your side. (This is called a default judgment.) Lawyer not required. It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your Response without one. Follow these steps: 1. Read the Petition and any other documents you receive with this Summons. These documents explain what Petitioner is asking for. 2. Fill out the Response on one of these forms: • Response to Petition about a Marriage (FL Divorce 211) if you are married, or • Response to Petition about a Registered Domestic Partnership (FL Divorce 212) if you are a domestic partner. You can get the Response and other forms at:

The Washington State Courts’ website: www.courts.wa.gov/forms • Washington Law Help: 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 Petitioner at the petitioner’s address for service listed on page 1. 4. File your original Response with the clerk of the court at the court’s address for filing listed on page 1. Signature of Petitioner /s/ Meghann Darlene Cash Date January 9, 2024 Meghann Darlene Cash Print name of Petitioner. If there is no “Case No.” listed on page 1, this case may not have been filed and you will not be able to file a Response. Contact the Superior Court Clerk or check www. courts.wa.gov to find out. If the case was not filed, you must still serve your Response, and you may demand that the Petitioner file this case with the court. Your demand must be in writing and must be served on the Petitioner or their lawyer (whoever signed this Summons). If the Petitioner does not file papers for this case within 14 days of being served with your demand, this service on you of the Summons and Petition will not be valid. If the Petitioner does file, then you must file your original Response with the court clerk at the address above. This summons is issued pursuant to RCW 4. 28. 180 and Superior Court Civil Rule 4.1 of the State of Washington. Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch August 7, 14, 21, 28, September 4 & 11, 2024

Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce In re: Petitioners: Robbyn Martin, Danny Martin, Respondent: Chloe Anne Louden John Doe No. 243-01976-5 Summons Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To: John Doe. I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: Petition for De Facto Parentage. 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: July 17, 2024. 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): FL Parentage 342, Response to Petition for De Facto Parentage You can get the Response form and other forms you may need at: • The Washington State Courts’ website: www.courts.wa.gov/forms • Washington LawHelp: www.washingtonlawhelp.org, or • The Superior Court Clerk’s office or county law library (for a fee). 3. Serve (give) a copy of your Response to the person who filed this Summons at the address below, and to any other parties. You may use certified mail with return receipt requested. For more information on how to serve, read Superior Court Civil Rule 5. 4. File your original Response with the court clerk at this address: Superior Court Clerk, Pierce County 930 Tacoma Ave. S, Rm 110, Tacoma WA 98402 5. Lawyer not required: It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your Response without one. Person filing this Summons or their lawyer fills out below: /s/ Abigail Jackson, WSBA #62050 for Donna Person Smith. #23859 Date 7/5/24 I agree to accept legal papers for this case at Lawyer’s address: 3708 14th St Pl SW, Puyallup WA 98373 Email (if applicable): donna@donnapersonsmith.com This Summons is issued according to Rule 4. 1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington. Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch July 17, 24, 31, August 7, 14 & 21, 2024

New school year brings changes for WA schools under Biden Title IX Final Rule

By Carleen Johnson

The Center Square

With the new school year right around the corner, Washington’s 295 public school districts are busy trying to figure out how to comply with the recently implemented Final Rule changes to Title IX, created by the Biden administration. Twenty-six states have, at least for now, blocked the changes, and as previously reported by The Center Square, The Washington Parents Network had planned to file a legal challenge to the Title IX changes, but opted to wait for the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals to rule on a multi-state challenge.

David Spring, executive director of WA Parents Network tells The Center Square, “They (11th Circuit) were supposed to publish an opinion last Friday, but they did not ... Once they issue an opinion, we will have a better idea of which option we should take."

Supporters of the Title IX changes say it protects the rights of LGBTQ persons, but opponents say it tramples on the original law, which was intended to promote an equal playing field for girls and women in sports and other activities.

Under the Biden changes, for example, boys who identify as girls and wish to compete in girls' sports, utilizing girls' restrooms, can do so.

Candidate for the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction David Olson told The Center Square though he disagrees with the Biden Final Rule changes, and believes they are unconstitutional, they are for now the law of the land.

“If we don’t like laws, we can work to change those laws, but we still have to follow them,” said Olson.

Olson said parents who are concerned do have some options, including joining a Moms For Liberty group.

“If the parents are members and they have kids in schools, their children are protected,” said Olson, “But I think that only applies to students protected from not having to use pronouns for classmates.”

Under the Biden changes, students who otherwise refuse to use a classmate or staff members preferred pronouns can be accused of sexual harassment.