RECORD BREAKER
Bailey Andersen’s sets scoring record
By Skip Smith Contributing Writer
The Eatonville Lady Cruisers basketball team powered through an intense three-game stretch last week, coming away with three decisive wins that underscored their dominance in the 2A SPSL League. Led by standout performances from Bailey Andersen, who recently set a school record and earned WIAA and The News Tribune Athlete of the Week honors, the Cruisers extended their league record to 9-0 and improved to 14-3 overall.
A 24-year-old record fell at Rainier Connect Arena on Jan. 17 as Andersen etched her name in the history books, becoming the school’s alltime leading scorer in girls’ basketball.
In front of a packed house brimming with energy, Andersen surpassed Liz Clark’s record of 1,262 points, which had stood for nearly a quarter century. The historic moment came early in the second quarter of Eatonville’s commanding 56-16 win over rival Orting, as Andersen
corralled a Cardinal turnover and finished a layup with 6:15 on the clock.
“It’s a pretty surreal feeling,” Andersen said after the game. “I still don’t know if it’s fully set in yet.”
The crowd erupted in a standing ovation as play stopped momentarily, after a Cardinal turnover, to celebrate the feat. Andersen’s teammates swarmed her with hugs, and even a few Orting players offered congratulations.
While Andersen’s achievement was the highlight of the night, it was a team effort that propelled the Cruisers to victory. Lillian Bickford delivered a standout performance with a doubledouble, tallying 19 points, 10 rebounds, and four blocks. Hailey Hall dominated the boards as well, grabbing 10 rebounds and adding six points.
Head Coach Deanna Andersen, who is also Bailey’s mother, credited the team’s
unity and defensive intensity for their success.
“I am so proud of how the girls play as a team,” Coach Andersen said. “While Bailey had a good night, we still feed our other players, and we won the game with Lillian being the top scorer and both Lillian and Hailey having a great game.”
The Cruisers set the tone early, opening the game with a 13-0 run punctuated by a Bailey Andersen threepointer that ignited the crowd.
Eatonville’s defense smothered Orting, forcing 31 turnovers in the game, including nine in the second quarter alone. By halftime, the Cruisers held a commanding 34-10 lead and never looked back, outscoring the Cardinals 22-6 in the second half.
“We’ve taken our defense up a notch, and it’s paying off with lots of girls getting deflections and steals, allowing us to control the tempo of games,” Coach Andersen added.
Bailey Andersen, who finished the game with 16 points, six assists, four rebounds, and six steals, reflected on the significance of the night and the support she’s received throughout her career.
“I am so incredibly grateful for the crowd and community that showed up on Friday,” she said. “It really showed the Eatonville Cruiser spirit. The energy was unmatched, and there’s no better feeling than that.”
Andersen credited her success to the people who have supported her along the way, including her mother, her AAU coaches, and her family.
“My mom has always been my #1 supporter — not only as a coach but as the parent who drove me to every practice and every game,” she said. “I also want to thank my dad, my friends, and especially my grandparents for always being there for me no matter what.”
When asked if she had her sights set on Eatonville’s boy’s all-time scoring record, held by Jordon Osborn at 1,463 points, Andersen didn’t shy away.
“I’ll definitely chase that record as well, but at the end
Cruiser boys continue to struggle
By Skip Smith Contributing Writer
The Eatonville Cruisers boys’ basketball team showcased grit and determination in two challenging matchups last week, as they continued to search for their first win since early January. Despite extending their losing streak to seven games, the Cruisers found bright spots to build on, with career performances from several players and moments of strong team play.
On Tuesday, Jan. 21, Eatonville hosted the Foss Falcons in a bid to avenge their 29-point loss from earlier in the season. The game began with a bang for the Cruisers, fueled by Amari Samuel’s offensive explosion. Samuel scored 11 points in the first quarter alone, propelling Eatonville to a 14-7 lead after an 11-0 run to close out the quarter.
The Falcons responded with a 6-0 run early in the second, pulling within a point, but the Cruisers answered with a 9-2 stretch, bolstered by Landon Austin’s career-high seven points off the bench. However, foul trouble plagued Eatonville, putting Foss in the bonus, and the Falcons capitalized by sinking nine free throws during an 18-3 run to close
out the half. Foss led 33-28 at the break. Foss extended their lead further in the third quarter, opening with an 11-3 run. Eatonville’s Lowell McWright drained a pair of three-pointers to keep his team within striking distance, but the Cruisers still faced a 49-39 deficit entering the final quarter. The Falcons put the game out of reach with an 8-0 run to start the fourth. Nash Sherrard provided a spark off the bench with six points in the quarter, but Eatonville ultimately fell 71-58.
McWright led the Cruisers with 15 points, while Samuel contributed 13. Career nights from Austin (seven points) and Sherrard (six points) highlighted the team’s effort, and Michael Stogsdill added eight rebounds, six points, and three blocked shots.
Head Coach Josh Bennett praised his team’s fight despite the loss.
“I am so proud of how our team battled all game,” Bennett said. “There was no ounce of quit. A few calls didn’t go our way in that second quarter, and that changed the momentum of the game, but our guys kept competing.”
The Eatonville Lady Cruiser basketball posed for a photo following their win over Orting and Bailey Andersen's recordbreaking performance.
Eatonville's Lowell McWright shoots and scores over Fife's Cruz Carrillo in a game earlier in the season. McWright would lead the Cruisers with 18 points against Clover Park.
COURTESY HEATHER QUIRE
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 Ted Brown's Music on the first and third Thursday of the month at 12:30 p.m. in addition to Taichi at 10 a.m. and Exercise with Fay at 10:30 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday for free. Taichi is also from 2-3 p.m. at Benston Hall for free.
Alanon help
Alanon is available to help people struggling with a loved one’s drinking. Call 425-8300314.
Learn about Friends Of Eatonville Library
The Friends of the Eatonville Library operates as a fundraising group to assist the Eatonville community. Primarily, it does so by accepting books and other donations and conducting book sales during the year. All of the funds are used to supplement the various library programs that enrich the local community.
To learn more about the group, contact Mike Eaton at 253-310–7709 or reach him in person at the library any Friday. There is no obligation. Application forms to join the organization are available at the library.
Also, The Friends of the Eatonville Library Group is currently operating with only two members — in contrast to 10-13 members in the pre-Covid era. The group seeks members and volunteers. Contact Mike Eaton.
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Dear Savvy Senior, I would like to find out if my 72-year-old mother is eligible for food stamps or any other type of assistance program. When my stepfather died last year, mom’s income dropped in half and is having a hard time paying her grocery bills. What can you tell us?
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There are actually several different food assistance programs that can help lower income seniors with their grocery costs, but what’s available to your mom will depend on her income level. Here’s what you should know.
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The largest hunger safety program in the U.S. is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP (formerly known as Food Stamps), but your state may use a different name. While there are millions of seniors who are eligible for SNAP, only around 40 percent (about 4.8 million seniors) actually take advantage of this benefit.
medical expenses that exceed $35 per month out-of-pocket, rent or mortgage payments, utility costs, taxes and more.
In addition to the net income requirement, some states also require that a senior’s assets be below $4,500, not counting the home, personal property, retirement savings and most vehicles. Most states, however, have much higher asset limits or they don’t count assets at all when determining eligibility.
To apply, you or your mom will need to fill out a state application form, which can be done by mail, by phone, or online, depending on your mom’s state of residence.
If eligible, her benefits will be provided on a plastic Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card that’s used like a debit card and accepted at most grocery stores. The average SNAP benefit for 60-and-older households is around $105 per month.
To learn more or apply, contact your local SNAP office – visit fns.usda.gov/snap/statedirectory or call 800-221-5689.
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In addition to SNAP, there are other food assistance programs that can help lower-income seniors like the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) and the Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP).
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The CSFP is a program that provides supplemental food packages to seniors with income limits at or below the 150 percent poverty line. And the SFMNP offers coupons that can be exchanged for fresh fruits and vegetables at farmers’ markets, roadside stands and community supported agriculture programs in select locations throughout the SENIOR, 3
State agencies sued for violating climate law
By Brett Davis
The Washington Policy Center said Wednesday that it is suing the state Departments of Ecology and Commerce over the agencies’ failure to comply with a state law requiring timely reporting of greenhouse gas emissions.
The Seattle-based free-market think tank filed its lawsuit in Thurston County Superior Court in an attempt to force the two agencies to comply with RCW 70A.45.020, which requires agency staff to report statewide greenhouse gas emissions for the preceding two years at the end of an even-numbered year.
The law requiring timely disclosure of greenhouse gas emissions was adopted in 2008.
Department of Ecology staff has released data only through 2021, not through 2023, as required by law.
According to the emissions data released earlier this month for 2020 and 2021, there was a significant increase in emissions during Gov. Jay Inslee's first nine years in office.
“Washington state claims to be a leader in climate policy but policymakers don’t even have recent data to determine if our policies are working,” WPC Vice President for Research Todd Myers said in a news release. “The state’s climate resilience strategy says, ‘Climate change is a problem for today – not tomorrow,’ and yet at Ecology’s current rate, legislators won’t have data about 2024 emissions until 2029. Ecology should do its job today, not tomorrow or years from now.”
Joel Creswell, climate pollution reduction program manager at the Department of Ecology, told KUOW earlier this month that “the big takeaway is that Washington met the 2020 legal limit on greenhouse gas emissions that's laid out in law.”
He went on to reference the COVID-19 pandemic, which began at the end of 2019 and resulted in states, including Washington, implementing shutdowns in 2020 in an attempt to stop the spread of the then-novel coronavirus.
“I think we all remember 2020, perhaps not so fondly, as a time when people were not going to the office, people were not going out in their cars, they were not getting on airplanes and trains and boats,” Creswell said.
According to the WPC news release, the
most recent data put out by the Department of Ecology staff shows Washington is above the carbon dioxide level required to meet 2030 emissions targets. More specifically, the state “must reduce statewide emissions by the equivalent of more than three reductions of the size that occurred during the COVID lockdowns.”
WPC is being represented by the Citizen Action Defense Fund, an Olympia-based nonprofit watchdog organization dedicated to defending the constitutional rights and personal liberty of all Washingtonians.
“State agencies have to follow the law like everybody else. They can’t get a pass from the courts for turning in homework incomplete and late,” CADF Executive Director Jackson Maynard said in a news release. “We are proud to represent Todd Myers in this, as we want to be sure state agencies play by the rules. This isn’t an issue of resources – as we note in the complaint, the agencies have a combined biennial budget of almost $6 billion. They have the money to do the job. They should get it done or the court should order them to do it.”
The Center Square reached out to the Department of Ecology for comment on the lawsuit.
"Climate change is an urgent issue, but there are no quick fixes. The state has enacted a strong suite of policies to reduce climate pollution to net zero by 2050, and it will take time to assess their impact," Caroline Halter, communications manager with the Department of Ecology said in an email.
She went on to say, "Like other states, Washington’s inventory has historically relied on the most recent federal data available to us, which lags by several years. The Washington Department of Ecology is committed to providing more current emissions updates to lawmakers and the public, and thanks to recent funding appropriated by the Legislature, we’ll be able to do that. This is technically challenging work, but with our new, expanded team, we’ll be able to identify and develop more current data that we can utilize.
"Regarding the Climate Commitment Act specifically: we have other tools, aside from the greenhouse gas inventory, for measuring the impact of this new law. Again, it takes time to assess impact, but preliminary data shows that we are off to a strong start."
New strategic plans for County libraries
By The Tacoma Weekly
Thanks to input from nearly 3,000 people, the Pierce County Library System has created a new strategic plan approved by the library system’s board of trustees.
“Our new strategic plan is a significant milestone for the library, shaped by the valuable input of our vibrant community,” said Pierce County Library Executive Director Gretchen Caserotti. “By embracing diverse voices and addressing a wide range of needs, we’ve crafted a plan that promises to elevate our services and enrich the lives of our patrons.”
With input from the board of trustees, staff, community stakeholders and Pierce County residents, a team of library administrators and staff worked with Coraggio Group, the library’s strategic planning firm, to develop the new strategic plan. The plan will be a roadmap to guide the library system through the years ahead, from 2025-2029.
The strategic plan goals include enhanced library experiences to improve visitor/user experience of accessibility, services, and resources. A modernized visitor/user experience and service delivery will bring implementation systemwide to update the customer service model to emphasize humancentered, hands-on learning, and experience-based approaches. Highlighting the library’s plan to embrace the community, the library system will provide several transparent channels for the library to listen to and understand multiple community voices, with an emphasis to listen and learn from the experiences of people in marginalized communities. Community resource navigation will be expanded to connect people to community resources more effectively by providing all staff training about community services and how to navigate them.
To foster welcoming, inclusive and safer spaces
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and services, the library system will become a trauma-informed library through implementing systemwide staff training for trauma-informed approaches for libraries and implement traumainformed space and program criteria. Universal design criteria will be applied and include standards for services, spaces, communications, and experiences for wider audience appeal and accessibility for all. A focus on inclusion and belonging through arts and culture will increase the visibility of and celebrate the unique and diverse communities the library serves by amplifying arts and culture in services, spaces, and programs.
By emphasizing strategic partnerships, the focus will be on partnerships in which working together has lasting and greater impacts. This will be done by developing and sustaining strategic, high-impact community partnerships, and developing, maintaining and strengthening partnerships with shared goals to fill existing gaps or inefficiencies in services. Community will be key, collaborating and co-designing with local community members to bring programs and events that are representative of the community to all library locations and in the community. Social equity and literacies will
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be advanced by prioritizing strategies, partnerships, services, and programs to develop literacies to improve social equity, such as digital literacy, early literacy, and information literacy.
To build a sustainable future, the library will prioritize sustainability and the future of the library, environment, and the community the library serves. The focus will be on environmental stewardship to implement a plan to reduce the library’s environmental footprint; to build resilience through emergency preparedness; and integrate library plans and resources into the Pierce County Emergency Management network planning. Economic feasibility in sustainability will be emphasized to align the budget process to sustainability priorities and to use economic feasibility analysis in decision-making. Pick up a copy of the new Strategic Plan at a Pierce County Library or at mypcls. org/about-us/strategic plan. Regular informational packets and background materials for board meetings are distributed prior to meetings and are available for public review. Meetings are open to the public and public comment is welcomed. Information on the members, meeting schedule, agenda and minutes are at mypcls. org or by contacting the executive director’s office at (253) 548-3420.
U.S. To be eligible, your mother’s income must be below the 185 percent poverty level. To learn more about these programs and find out if they are available in your mom’s area, visit fns.usda.gov/programs.
There are also many Feeding America network food banks that host “Senior Grocery Programs” that provide free groceries to older adults, no strings attached. Contact your local food bank (see feedingamerica.org/find-your-localfoodbank) to find out if a program is
In addition to the food assistance programs, there are also various financial assistance programs that may help your mom pay for medications, health care, utilities and more. To locate these programs, and learn how to apply for them, go to BenefitsCheckUp.org.
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 NBCToday show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.
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Pierce County Library Executive Director Gretchen Caserotti calls the plan a “significant milestone.”
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Bennett also commended his team’s defensive effort.
“Our half-court set defense is really good. That was on display tonight. The guys did an awesome job, and I am proud of them,” he said. “Ball bounces our way a few more times, and we make a few more shots, that game is ours.”
On Friday, Jan. 24, the Cruisers hit the road to face the Washington Patriots. Already undermanned due to injuries and illness, Eatonville faced an uphill battle from the start. Washington used three separate 6-0 runs in the first quarter to build an 18-6 lead. The Patriots continued their dominance in the second, opening with a 7-0 run and closing the half with a 9-0 stretch to lead 45-15 at the break.
Eatonville’s offense found a spark to start the third quarter, as
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McWright and Colton Herbrand each hit three-pointers during an 8-0 run. However, the Patriots answered with a decisive 14-0 run, pushing their lead to 6329 entering the final quarter. The teams traded buckets in the fourth, with Washington ultimately securing a 77-39 victory.
McWright led Eatonville again with 11 points, while Herbrand added nine points and seven rebounds. Carter Taylor chipped in seven points, and Sherrard matched Herbrand with six points and seven rebounds.
The Cruisers struggled to control the boards, as Washington outrebounded them 55-43. The Patriots converted 23 offensive rebounds into 26 second-chance points, a key factor in the loss.
Despite the tough outcome, Bennett praised his players’ effort and resilience.
“Being shorthanded made it a
of the day, it’s all about getting the wins and getting to state,” she said. “All the rest is in God’s timing.”
Andersen was quick to emphasize the role her teammates have played in her journey.
“None of this would be possible without my team,” she said. “Over the last four years, they’ve put in so much time and work. I’ve been playing with some of these girls for as long as I can remember, so being where we are now with them has been a dream come true.”
“The love and support in that gym last night for Bailey and the team was amazing,”
The family of Michael Ray Haviland are sad to announce his passing on January 13, 2025.
Born January 23, 1955 in Sutherlin, Oregon to Barbara and Bobby Haviland. Grew up in Eatonville and lived there for more than 60 years and cherished his relationships with family and friends there and working in the timber industry.
Enjoyed wood working, gardening, small engine repair and being ornery to those he loved most –had an excellent sense of humor. Enjoyed working in his shop and being outside.
His animals were like family to him and he was a constant companion to his four legged family members.
He was a proud father, brother, fiancé, and friend to all he knew and would step up to help anyone in any way at any time.
little tougher for us,” Bennett said. “With that being said, our guys played so hard—no ounce of quit. It was great experience for more guys to get meaningful minutes, and that will pay dividends in the future.”
He also acknowledged the strength of the opponent.
“I have a great amount of respect for Coach Hamilton and his team at WHS. They play really hard and are a tough opponent,” Bennett said. “The pace they play at and the tenacity they have on defense allows them to dictate how the game is played.”
On Jan. 14, Eatonville traveled to Lakewood, where the Clover Park Timberwolves dominated in an 82-43 victory. Clover Park seized control early, outscoring the Cruisers 22-5 in the first quarter. They delivered another decisive blow in the third quarter with a 26-10 run.
With the Cruisers missing their
Andersen said. “What a great community vibe.”
Earlier in the week, on Jan. 14, the Eatonville Cruisers hosted the Clover Park Timberwolves in an exciting matchup that resulted in a decisive 63-50 victory for Eatonville. The game was highlighted by an outstanding performance from Andersen, who delivered a season-best showing and achieved her first-ever tripledouble. Andersen lit up the scoreboard with an impressive 31 points, dished out 10 assists to set up her teammates, and dominated the boards with 11 rebounds, showcasing her all-around talent and leadership on the court. She wasn’t the only Cruiser to make an impact, as Bickford contributed significantly with 14 points and grabbed 7 rebounds, adding
Mike is survived by his daughter Dianna Haviland; fiancé Jane Widrin; sisters LeeAnn Masters, Lynda Haviland, and Lisa Gibson; grand daughters Baylee Edison, Zivah Haviland, Bobbie Haviland, and grandson James Whitmore. He is preceded in death by his son Andrew Haviland, parents Barbara Gibson and Bobby Haviland.
A celebration of life will be held at the Eatonville Eagles Hall on February 1st at 1:00 pm. The family would like to welcome all who knew Mike to join in rembering him.
leading scorer due to illness, senior Lowell McWright stepped up, leading Eatonville with 18 points. “We were short-handed with some sickness, but all the guys that played really stepped up,” Bennett said. “The thing I love most about this team is our constant fight and grit.”
Eatonville aimed to rebound from the tough loss on Friday, Jan. 17 in a rivalry matchup against the Orting Cardinals. The game was tightly contested early, with the Cruisers rallying in the second quarter to cut a 10-point deficit to just five at halftime, 25-20.
However, Orting capitalized on Eatonville’s struggles after the break, pulling away with a 21-point fourth quarter en route to a 59-42 win. Amari Samuel led all scorers with 17 points for the Cardinals, while McWright and Michael Stogsdill chipped in seven points each for Eatonville.
both offensive and defensive power to the team’s efforts. Hall was another key player in Eatonville’s victory, pulling down an impressive 12 rebounds to control the paint and chipping in 8 valuable points to help secure the win.
With their defense clicking and their offense firing on all cylinders, the team is poised to continue their strong season and make a deep run in the postseason.
The Cruisers started last week on the road in Tacoma, facing the Foss Falcons on Jan. 23. Right from the opening tip, Eatonville set the tone with their aggressive defense and precision offense. The first quarter featured a 19-point outburst, highlighted by Andersen’s 9 points and a pair of Jordyn Green three-pointers. By the end of the quarter, Eatonville held a commanding 19-7 lead.
In the second quarter, the Cruisers exploded on a 21-0 run, with Andersen staying hot and pouring in 11 points. Lillian Bickford, Alayna Meyer, and Morgan Laird chipped in with 4 points each during the period, giving Eatonville a massive 48-9 advantage at the half.
Though the offense slowed slightly in the third, Bickford’s 6 points and 6 rebounds helped Eatonville push the lead to 60-13. The fourth quarter was a defensive masterclass, as the Cruisers held the Falcons scoreless to secure the 70-13 victory.
Andersen led all scorers with 23 points, while Bickford recorded a double-double with 12 points, 11 rebounds, and 3 blocks. Alayna Meyer and Jordyn Green each added 8 points, with Hailey Hall chipping in 6 points and 7 rebounds.
"We wanted to make a statement with our defense, and the girls executed beautifully. Holding a team scoreless for an entire quarter is no easy feat, but our focus never wavered. Bailey and Lillian were tremendous, and it was great to see contributions from so many players across the board. Hailey has been so solid and consistent with rebounds, steals, and assists."
Less than 24 hours after dismantling Foss, the Cruisers were back on their home court, hosting the Washington Patriots. Despite the quick turnaround, Eatonville showed no signs of fatigue. The game opened with an electrifying 19-0 run, fueled by Andersen’s 11 first-quarter points. The defense suffocated Washington, forcing turnovers and holding the Patriots to just 2 points in the opening frame as the Cruisers led 29-2.
In the second quarter, Alayna Meyer found her rhythm, scoring 6 of her 8 points during a dominant period that extended Eatonville’s lead to 48-12 at the break. Coming out of halftime, the Cruisers went on a 7-0 run, effectively putting the game out of reach.
The final quarter mirrored the first, as the Eatonville defense locked down and allowed no
“It was the best half-court defense I’ve seen us play this year, especially in that first half,” Bennett said. “But Orting just hammered us on the offensive boards in the second half. You give up close to 20 offensive rebounds, close to 20 turnovers, and shoot 15-of-28 from the freethrow line — it’s a tough night for any team.”
Despite the losses, Bennett highlighted the team’s character and determination.
“Our culture was on full display,” he said. “The way we carry ourselves and act as a program was noted by members of both our community and Orting’s. As a coach, I could not be more proud.”
The Cruisers (1-15) will look to snap their seven-game losing streak with two road games next week. They face Steilacoom on Tuesday, Jan. 28, at 7 p.m., before traveling to Franklin Pierce on Friday, Jan. 31, for a 5:15 p.m. tip-off.
points while the offense added 14 unanswered to seal the 78-20 victory.
Andersen was again the star of the show, finishing with 23 points, 6 rebounds, 8 assists, and 3 steals. Bickford had another doubledouble with 14 points and 10 rebounds. Miley King had a breakout performance with a careerhigh 9 points. Tia Schanbeck contributed in every facet, recording 6 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists, and 4 steals.
"I was so impressed with how the girls responded to the back-to-back challenge. We came out with energy, focus, and purpose. Bailey continues to lead us with her consistency, but tonight was about the depth of this team. Seeing Miley step up and have her best game yet was exciting, and Lillian and Tia’s hustle on both ends of the court made a huge difference."
The Lady Cruisers wrapped up their taxing week by hosting the R.A. Long Lumberjills in a non-league matchup on Saturday. Despite playing their third game in three days, Eatonville showed resilience, overcoming an early 6-0 deficit to dominate the contest. Andersen’s 7 first-quarter points helped the Cruisers rally and take a slim 15-12 lead into the second.
The second quarter was all Eatonville, as Bickford took control in the paint. She scored 9 of her game-high 17 points in the quarter and grabbed 6 rebounds, sparking a 10-0 run that gave the Cruisers a comfortable 39-25 halftime lead.
The third quarter saw the Cruisers put the game out of reach with an 11-0 run, highlighted by Jordyn Green’s two three-pointers. Eatonville led by 23 heading into the final frame, where they closed out with another dominant defensive performance, outscoring R.A. Long 17-5 to win 75-37.
Bickford recorded her third consecutive double-double with 17 points and 14 rebounds, capping off an incredible week. Andersen followed closely with 16 points, while Alayna Meyer tallied a season-high 11 points. Schanbeck also posted a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds. Green added 10 points, and Hailey Hall continued her rebounding dominance with 9 boards and 7 points.
"This game was a true team effort to close out a tough week on a high note. Having all 10 players contributing on the scoreboard and five of them finishing in double digits shows how balanced and deep this team is. The consistency, work ethic, and energy from everyone on the court made the difference and really set the tone for the game."
Eatonville faces another challenging threegame week, hosting Steilacoom on Jan. 28 and Foss on Wednesday Jan. 29 before heading to Franklin Pierce on Jan. 31.
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Warm up one spoonful at a time
By MetroCreative
People who live in cold climates understand that it can sometimes be challenging to warm up after a day spent combatting snow, wind or freezing rain. Luckily, eating hot soup is a very effective means to returning the body to a lesschilled temperature. Soup also tends to be easily digested and nutrient-dense, making it an ideal meal at any time.
This recipe for “Sweet Potato and Peanut Soup” from “The Culinary Institute of America Book of Soups” (Lebhar-Friedman Books) by The Culinary Institute of America is thick, creamy and full of savory flavor.
SWEET POTATO AND PEANUT SOUP
Makes 8 servings
■ 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
■ 1 celery stalk, coarsely chopped (about 1⁄2 cup)
■ 1 onion, coarsely chopped (about 11⁄4 cups)
■ 1 garlic clove, minced (about 1⁄2 teaspoon)
■ 1⁄2 leek, white and light green parts, coarsely chopped (about 3⁄4 cup)
■ 11⁄2 sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced 1⁄2-inch thick (about 3 cups)
■ 1 quart chicken broth
■ 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
■ 1⁄4 cinnamon stick
County Council new leadership for 2025
By The Tacoma Weekly
During the Pierce County Council’s Jan. 14 meeting, new leadership was designated for the coming year.
Councilmember Jani Hitchen (District 6) was elected chair for 2025.
■ 11⁄3 cups heavy cream, divided
■ Salt to taste
■ 2 tablespoons molasses
■ Freshly grated nutmeg, to taste
■ 3⁄4 cup peanuts
Preheat the oven to 325 F. Melt the butter in a soup pot over medium heat. Add the celery, onion, garlic, and leek. Stir to coat. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are softened, 4 to 6 minutes. Add the sweet potatoes, broth, peanut butter, and cinnamon stick. Bring to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are fully tender, about 25 minutes.
Meanwhile, spread the peanuts in a single layer in a pie pan. Toast the peanuts in the oven until light brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Shake the pan occasionally and watch carefully (nuts can burn quickly). Let the peanuts cool, chop coarsely, and set aside.
Remove the cinnamon stick and discard. Puree the soup and strain it. Return the soup to the soup pot and place over low heat. Add 1⁄2 cup of the cream. Season with salt. Keep warm, but do not boil. Combine the remaining cream with the molasses, nutmeg and a pinch of salt. Whip until stiff peaks form. Serve the soup in heated bowls, garnished with the whipped cream and chopped nuts.
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Councilmember Paul Herrera (District 2) will serve as vice chair, and Councilmember Robyn Denson (District 7) will serve as executive pro tempore. The bipartisan leadership team reflects the council’s ongoing commitment to collaboration in governing Pierce County. Hitchen and Denson are Democrats, while Herrera is a Republican.
“Bipartisanship continues to be a hallmark of our Council’s leadership,” Hitchen said. “I look forward to working with my colleagues to address the challenges and opportunities facing Pierce County in 2025.”
The council appointed
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By Carleen Johnson The Center Square
Bryan Yambe to represent District 5, concluding a two-week process to fill the vacancy left by Marty Campbell who resigned on Dec. 31, 2024, to assume his new role as the county’s elected assessor-treasurer.
Before his appointment, council member Yambe served on the council for the City of Fife for the past 11 years.
“I’m honored to represent the residents of District 5,” Yambe said. “I look forward to serving on this esteemed legislative body and getting out into the community to hear from people about
their needs and priorities.”
District 5 encompasses a diverse array of communities, including Browns Point, Dash Point, Fife Heights, the city of Fife, Midland, parts of Riverside, North Clover Creek/ Collins, Parkland, sections of Spanaway, SummitWaller, the Port of Tacoma, and Tacoma’s Eastside and Northeast neighborhoods.
The council’s appointment process included interviews with candidates and public testimony during the Jan. 7 council meeting, which was its first council
meeting of the year. At that meeting, council members interviewed three candidates provided by a selection committee of the Pierce County Democrats. The candidates considered were Kimber Starr, Bryan Yambe and Jeremy Williams. The council opted to continue deliberations on Jan. 14, providing members additional time to consider candidate responses and community input.
During that meeting, the council posed three additional questions to candidates, focusing on their professional experience, ability to collaborate with local tribes, and approach to budget management.
Following the appointment, Yambe was sworn in and took his seat on the council, casting his first official vote during the election of council officers.
For more information about the Pierce County Council and its work, visit piercecountywa.gov/council.
more local say for large wind, solar projects faces gloomy future
A bill to give local communities more say in large renewable energy projects got a public hearing this week, but Washington Rep. Mary Dye, R-Pomeroy, isn’t holding her breath that her sponsored legislation will get a vote out of committee this session.
House Bill 1188 would prohibit the governor from approving recommendations by the Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council if county commissioners for affected counties or tribes do not support it.
Dye is the ranking Republican on the House Environment & Energy Committee and told The Center Square the bill was introduced in response to former Gov. Jay Inslee’s decision to press ahead with the massive Horse Heavens wind and solar energy project near the Tri-Cities.
That’s despite opposition from Benton County, local residents and members of the Yakama Nation, as well as concerns from state biologists over impacts to ferruginous hawk nests.
Inslee’s final decision did include the incorporation of some mitigation measures to address wildlife and habitat concerns.
“There were so many good people that signed in and testified, and I was very pleased that the counties came in in support,” Dye said. “Overall, the message got back to this body loud and clear that the people that are expected to host renewable energy are not being heard.”
Dye said Inslee's handling of the process for authorizing the Horse Heaven Hills project left locals out.
“They’re being disrespected, and they are not considering that we care about our community and our environment, and these projects are
not without significant impacts on our community,” she explained.
As previously reported by The Center Square, EFSEC initially voted to scale back the Tri-Cities wind and solar project based on concerns from the local community, but Inslee pushed back, convincing EFSEC to approve the initial plans with a much larger footprint.
“When you place large industrial development in a small community where people are being exploited, they have no power to confront the situation,” Dye said. “They are going up against the power of government and these global corporations that have enormous amounts of capital behind them and lots of federal subsidy behind them, so it’s like David and Goliath.”
“This is debilitating the moral character of what we are as a culture,” she said. “It’s crushing who we are and taking away our identity.”
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Jani Hitchen was elected council chair for the new year.
COURTESY
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON (RCW 46.55.130), READY SET TOW #11850 WILL SELL ABANDONED VEHICLES TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER ON February 4, 2025. VIEWING STARTS AT 9:00 AM AND AUCTION STARTS AT 10:00 AM. FOR A LIST OF VEHICLES OR QUESTIONS CALL 253-2908479. YOU MAY ALSO VISIT OUR FACEBOOK PAGE, READY SET TOW TACOMA, THE FRIDAY PRIOR, TO VIEW THE AUCTION LIST. THE SALE LOCATION IS: 2253 LINCOLN AVE TACOMA, WA 98421 Published in the Dispatch January 29, 2025 IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON (rcw46.55.130), GRAHAM TOWING #5124 WILL SELL ABANDONED VEHICLES TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER ON February 4, 2025 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 January 29, 2025
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING IN THE ESTATE OF ENOCK M. RABIETH
Deceased. NO. 24-4-08808-1 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 administrator’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of (1) Thirty days after the administrator served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) Four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of filing copy of notice to creditors January 8, 2025 Date of first publication January 15, 2025 /s/ ELIAS N. MAINA ELIAS N. MAINA Administrator for the Estate of ENOCK M. RABIETH c/o Marine View Law & Escrow PLLC 22021 7th Avenue South Suite 6 Des Moines, WA 98198 Tel: (206) 878-8777 /s/ Erik Wise Erik Wise, WSBA #49800 Attorney for the Estate of ENOCK M. RABIETH Marine View Law & Escrow PLLC 22021 7th Avenue South Suite 6 Des Moines, WA 98198 Tel: (206) 878-8777 Published in the Dispatch January 15, 22 & 29, 2025 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING IN THE ESTATE OF PAMELA KAY GULLING Deceased. NO. 24-4-08823-4 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: January 9, 2025 Date of first publication: January 15, 2024 /s/ JOYCE LYNN WEBLEY JOYCE LYNN WEBLEY Personal Representative for the Estate of PAMELA KAY GULLING 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 PAMELA KAY GULLING Marine View Law & Escrow PLLC
22021 7th Avenue South Suite 6
Des Moines, WA 98198 Tel: (206)
878-8777 Published in the Dispatch January 15, 22 & 29, 2025
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE GUILD MORTGAGE COMPANY LLC, Plaintiff(s), vs. KURT MCKIBBEN; ET AL., Defendant(s). Cause No. 24-2-09050-4 SHERIFF’S PUBLIC NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY TO: KURT MCKIBBEN (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 16615 36TH STREET CT E, BONNEY LAKE, WA 98391. The sale of the above described property is to take place: Time: 10:00 A.M. Date: Friday, February 28, 2025 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 $237,101.68 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, January 21, 2025. KEITH SWANK 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 LOT 3 OF PIERCE COUNTY SHORT PLAT 80-235, AS PER PLAT RECORDED MAY 15, 1980, IN VOLUME 41 OF SHORT PLATS, PAGE 98, WHICH SUPERSEDES PIERCE COUNTY SHORT PLAT NO. 78-125, AS PER PLAT RECORDED FEBRUARY 17, 1978, IN VOLUME 30 OF SHORT PLATS, PAGE 62, RECORDS OF PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON. SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON. PARCEL NO.: 0520176039 ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF: MCCARTHY & HOLTHUS, LLP, ATTORNEYS GRACE CHU, ATTORNEY 108 1ST AVE S, STE 300 SEATTLE, WA. 98104 (206)596-4856
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE SUMMIT FUNDING, INC., Plaintiff(s), vs. BRIAN CHIBOLE; ET AL., Defendant(s). Cause No. 24-2-074711 SHERIFF’S PUBLIC NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY TO: BRIAN CHIBOLE (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 aboveentitled action. If developed, the property address is 2906 S PROCTOR ST, TACOMA, WA 98409. The sale of the above described property is to take place: Time: 10:00 A.M. Date: Friday, February 28, 2025 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 $386,359.78 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, January 16, 2025. KEITH SWANK 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 UNIT 3, BUILDING 5, HUNTINGTON HILL TOWNHOUSES, PHASE I, A CONDOMINIUM, RECORDED UNDER RECORDING NO. 9912305003, DECLARATION RECORDED UNDER RECORDING NO. 9912300251, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, RECORDS OF PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON. PARCEL NO.: 9002850030 ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF: MCCARTHY & HOLTHUS, LLP, ATTORNEYS GRACE CHU, ATTORNEY 108 1ST AVE S, STE 300 SEATTLE, WA. 98104 (206)596-4856
In the Superior Court of Washington for the County of Pierce Case No. 242-11986-3 Stacy Lemmon, Plaintiff, Vs. Kory Farmer, Defendant. The State of Washington to the said KORY FARMER. 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 22nd day of January, 2025, and defend the above entitled action in the above entitled court, and answer the complaint of the plaintiff STACY LEMMON, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorney for plaintiff HENRY A. RYMER, Esq., at his 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 the action outlined above includes: a breach of a verbal contract, a
breach of an express contract, negligence, and a violation of the Washington Consumer Protection Act. CAMPBELL & BISSELL, PLLC HENRY A. RYMER, WSBA #61725
Attorney for Plaintiff 820 West 7th Avenue Spokane, WA 99204 County of Spokane Published in the Dispatch January 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2025
Metropolitan Park District of Tacoma Notice to Contractors 2025 Small Works Roster In accordance with RCW 35.61.135 and as authorized by the Board of Park Commissioners of the Metropolitan Park District of Tacoma (Parks Tacoma), to maintain a Small Works Roster.
This roster may be used to award public works contracts for General Contracting and any other public works related contracting. There is no guarantee of work for the contractors on the roster. Contractors selected from the roster must comply with all Parks Tacoma contracting requirements.
The projects Parks Tacoma chooses to award pursuant to the Small Works Roster will be estimated to cost $350,000 or less, including the costs of labor, material, equipment, and sales and/or use taxes as applicable. Application forms may be obtained from our website at https://www. parkstacoma.gov/about/contractbidding/small-works-roster-2/. Completed applications should emailed to mptroster@tacomaparks. com or be mailed to:
Parks Tacoma Attn: Small Works Roster 4702 S. 19th Street Tacoma, WA 98405
Work performed by contractors under contract to MPT shall demonstrate the agency’s Core Values of Innovation, Inclusiveness, Sustainability, Safety, Excellence, Equity, Accountability and Fun as clearly articulated in the agency’s System and Strategic Plan. If awarded the contract, contractors will be held to the highest standard for excellence, innovation and integrity in the delivery of project outcomes. Contractor’s unwilling or unable to commit to performing at this level are respectfully asked to forego applying for our SWR. CURRENT SMALL WORKS ROSTER PARTICIPANTS: Applications submitted before 1/1/24 are out of date. Members who joined before 1/1/24 will be removed from the roster unless they complete the updated roster application and submit before 2/28/25.
Parks Tacoma is an equal opportunity employer. Published in the Dispatch January 29, 2025
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE
TS No. 177278 Grantor: Jennifer Ann Adams, An Unmarried Woman Current beneficiary of the deed of trust: Evergreen Moneysource Mortgage Company DBA Evergreen Home Loans Current trustees of the deed of trust: Prime Recon LLC Current mortgage servicer of the deed of trust: Evergreen Home Loans Reference number of the deed of trust: 202010140592 in Book xx, Page xx Parcel number(s): 7176000620 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY
GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee will, on 02/07/2025, at the hour of 10:00 AM The 2ND floor entry plaza outside the County Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma, WA 98402 in the City of Tacoma, State of Washington, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Pierce, State of Washington, to-wit: LOT 62, RHODES WOOD, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 50 OF PLATS, PAGES 15 AND 16, RECORDS OF PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON.. The postal address of which is more commonly known as: 21326 118th Street Ct E, Bonnev Lake, WA 98391. which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated October 13, 2020, recorded October 14, 2020, under Auditor’s File No. 202010140592 in Book xx, Page xx, records of Pierce County, Washington, from Jennifer Ann Adams, An Unmarried Woman, as Grantor, to Stewart Title Company, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as designated nominee for Evergreen Moneysource Mortgage Company, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned, under an Assignment recorded 08/19/2024, under Auditor’s File No. 202408190333 of official records in the Office of the Auditor of Pierce County, Washington. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: Failure to
pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: $14,581.56 ; IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal Balance of $259,848.77, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured from 02/01/2024, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. 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 the 7th day of February, 2025. The defaults) referred to in paragraph HI must be cured by the 27th day of January, 2025 (11 days before the sale date), to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time on or before the 27th day of January, 2025 (11 days before the sale date), the defaults) as set forth in paragraph III is/are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after the 27th day of January, 2025 (11 days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor, or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees, and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI. A written notice of default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following addresses: Current Occupant 21326 118th Street Ct E Bonney Lake, WA 98391 All Unknown Persons, Parties, or Occupants 21326 118th Street Ct E Bonney Lake, WA 98391 Jennifer Ann Adams 21326 118th Street Vt E Bonney Lake, WA 98391 by both firstclass and certified mail on the 28th day of August, 2024, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served on the 27th day of August, 2024, with said written notice of default or the written notice of default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described property. IX. Anyone having any objection to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. Prime Recon LLC 1330 N. Washington Street, Suite 3575 Spokane, WA 99201 Phone: (888) 725-4142 COMPLIANCE WITH RCW 61.24.031, RCW 61.24.040 AND RCW 61.24.163, IF APPLICABLE: For owner-occupied residential real property, before the Notice of Trustee’s Sale is recorded, transmitted, or served, the beneficiary has complied with RCW 61.24.031, RCW 61,24.040, and, if applicable, RCW 61.24.163. Prime Recon LLC Dated: 9/27/2024 Adriana Durham, Vice President THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. You have only until 90 days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this Notice of Trustee’s Sale to be referred to mediation. It this is an Amended Notice of Trustee’s Sale providing a 45-day notice of the sale, mediation must be requested no later than 25 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this Amended Notice of Trustee’s Sale. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission. Telephone: 1-877-894-HOME (4663) Website: https://dfi.wa.gov/homeownership/ mortgage-assistance-programs The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development. Telephone: 1-800-225-5342 Website: https://www. hud.gov/program offices/housing/sfh/ fharesourcectr The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors
and attorneys. Telephone: 1-800606-4819 Website: https://nwjustice. org/get-legal-help X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS The purchaser at the trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenantoccupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. A-FN4825861 01/08/2025, 01/29/2025
SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR PIERCE COUNTY ELAINE JUDD, an individual, Plaintiff, vs. PACIFIC LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT, LLC, a foreign corporation, and EW LSI TRANSITION, INC., dba EARTHWORK LANDSCAPING SERVICES, a Washington profit corporation, and WILLIAM D. HODGE and JANE DOE HODGE, a marital community. Defendants. NO. 24-213253-3 SUMMONS TO: WILLIAM D. HODGE, IV, Defendant GREETINGS: A lawsuit has been started against you in the above-entitled court by Elaine Judd, Plaintiff. 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 plaintiff within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, excluding the day of service, or within sixty (60) days if this Summons was served outside of the State of Washington, or a default judgment may be entered against you without notice. A default judgment is one where the plaintiff is entitled to what he asks for because you have not responded. If you serve a Notice of Appearance on the undersigned attorney, you are entitled to notice before a default judgment may be entered. If not already filed, 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 plaintiff. Within fourteen (14) days after you serve the demand, the plaintiff must file this lawsuit with the court, or the service on you of this Summons and Complaint will be void. If you wish to seek the advice of an attorney in this matter, you should do so promptly so that your written response, if any, may be served on time.
This Summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the State of Washington. DATED this 14th day of January, 2025. JACOBS & JACOBS /s/ Jason Johnson, WSBA #46430 Attorney for Plaintiff jjohnson@jacobsandjacobs. net File Answer With: PIERCE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT County-City Building 930 Tacoma Avenue South Tacoma, WA 98402 Serve Copy of Answer upon: JACOBS & JACOBS 114 East Meeker Avenue P.O. Box 513 Puyallup, WA 98371 (253) 845-0577 Published in the Dispatch January 29, February 5, 12, 19, 26 & March 5, 2025 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR COWLITZ COUNTY Estate of DORIS M. ROONEY, Deceased. No. 25-400017-08 NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Personal Representative named below has been appointed and has qualified as Personal Representative of this Estate. Persons having claims against the deceased must, prior to the time such claims would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, serve their claims on the Personal Representative or the attorney of record at the address below stated and file an executed copy of the claim with the Clerk of this Court within four (4) months after the date of first publication of this notice or within four (4) months after the date of filing of the copy of this Notice with the Clerk of the Court, whichever is later, or, except under those provisions included in RCW 11.40.011 or 11.40.013, the claim will be forever barred. This bar is effective as to claims against both the probate assets and non-probate assets of the decedents. DATE OF FILING NOTICE TO CREDITORS WITH CLERK OF COURT: 1/17/2025. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION:1/22/2025. KELLY J. ROONEY Personal Representative c/o Attorney for Estate: Darrel S. Ammons Address: 871 11th Ave Longview, WA 98632 Telephone: (360) 501-8090 /s/ Darrel S. Ammons DARREL S. AMMONS, WSB# 18223 ATTORNEY FOR ESTATE Published in the Dispatch January 22, 29 & February 5, 2025
29, 2025
Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce CHRISTINE LYNNE JASON Petitioner vs. LYNSAY RENEE JUSTICE Respondent
No. 19-2-02157-3 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION (SMPB) Summons
By Publication The STATE OF WASHINGTON to: (Respondent)
LYNSAY RENEE JUSTICE YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to appear on the 27th day of February 2025 at 1:00 p.m., at Pierce Court, 930 Tacoma Ave. S, Rm 127, Tacoma WA 98402 and respond to the petition. If you fail to respond, an order of protection will be issued against you pursuant to RCW 7.105.310 for a minimum of one year from the date you are required to appear. A temporary order of renewal protection has been issued against you, restraining you from the following: (contact the court for a complete copy of the Temporary Order) [x] Do not cause any physical harm, bodily injury, assault, nonconsensual sexual conduct or nonconsensual sexual penetration, and do not harass, threaten, or stalk the protected person or any minor children residing with the protected person. [x] Do not attempt or have any contact, including nonphysical contact, directly, indirectly, or through third parties, regardless of whether those third parties know of the order, except for service of court documents with the protected person or any minor children residing with the protected person. [x] Do not return to or enter the protected person’s residence, workplace, school, vehicle and/or other location: [x] Do not knowingly come within, or knowingly remain within, 1,000 feet of the protected person and the protected person’s residence, school, workplace, vehicle or other location: [x] Do not harass, follow, monitor, keep under physical or electronic surveillance, cyber harass (as defined in RCW 9A.90. XXX), or use phone, video, audio or other electronic means to record, photograph, or track locations or communication, including digital, wire, or electronic communication, of the protected person. A copy of the petition, notice of hearing, and temporary renewal of the order for protection order has been filed with the clerk of this court.
Date: 1/9/2025
CHRISTINE LYNNE JASON
Published in the Dispatch January 22, 29 & February 5, 2025
TS No WA05000028-24-1 TO No
240167734-WA-MSI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Grantor: EMILY ELAINE
SMITH, A SINGLE WOMAN Current
Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: Nationstar Mortgage LLC Original Trustee of the Deed of Trust: TICOR TITLE COMPANY 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. 202111290412 Parcel Number: 5390000140 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 28, 2025, 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 SOUTH 12 1/2 FEET OF LOT 13 AND ALL OF LOT 14 AND 15, BLOCK 3, LYONS ADDITION TO TACOMA, W.T., ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN VOLUME 3 OF PLATS, AT PAGE 98, RECORDS OF PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON.SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON. APN: 5390000140 More commonly known as 826 SOUTH TRAFTON STREET, TACOMA, WA 98405 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated November 23, 2021, executed by EMILY ELAINE SMITH, A SINGLE WOMAN as Trustor(s), to secure obligations in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), as designated nominee for AMCAP MORTGAGE, LTD. DBA GOLD FINANCIAL SERVICES, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, recorded November 29, 2021 as Instrument No. 202111290412 and the beneficial interest was assigned to Nationstar Mortgage LLC and recorded June 20, 2024 as Instrument Number 202406200233 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 October 1, 2023 To October 17, 2024 Number of Payments 13 Total $32,157.26 LATE
CHARGE INFORMATION October 1, 2023 October 17, 2024 $514.58
PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: November 23, 2021 Note Amount
$412,000.00 Interest Paid To: September 1, 2023 Next Due Date: October 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 $397,187.27, 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 February 28, 2025. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by February 17, 2025, (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 February 17, 2025 (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 February 17, 2025 (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 EMILY ELAINE SMITH 826 SOUTH TRAFTON STREET, TACOMA, WA 98405 by both first class and certified mail on September 17, 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 September 17, 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) 6064819 Website: www.homeownership. wa.gov Dated: October 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 107143, Pub Dates: 01/29/2025, 02/19/2025, EATONVILLE DISPATCH
CITY OF PUYALLUP PUBLIC NOTICE
PUYALLUP SOLID WASTE COLLECTION RATE INCREASES
In accordance with RCW 35A.21.152, notice is hereby given that rates charged by D. M. Disposal Co., Inc. for solid waste collection in the City of Puyallup will increase effective March 1, 2025, according to the following average aggregate increases: Residential = 6.6%, Commercial = 7.3%, Multi-Family = 6.8%, Yard Waste = 4.7% and Commercial Recycling = 4.7%. The new rates reflect the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI) adjustment of 3.0%, Pierce County landfill rate increase of 5.8%, and City Utility Tax rate increase of 1.8%.
DAN VESSELS JR. CITY CLERK
PUBLISHED: The Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch on January 22, 2025 and January 29, 2025
