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pril marks National Poetry Month, a time to celebrate the written verse and a love of storytelling through poetic prose. Tacoma, like many cities nationwide, has an appointed poet laureate, a scribe who serves as a connective tissue between the words on the page and the people. With poetry month coming to a close, Cathy Nguyen, Tacoma’s current poet laureate, will be “Passing the Torch” to our newly crowned laureate, Kellie Richardson, on April 29. Richardson has been representing a vein of the city’s literary culture through her work as a poet, performer and teacher for some time now and tells me that she has always had a love of the written word. “I wrote my first book in the second grade. It was called ‘The Day My Dog Got into a Fight.’” The story was based on true events, a situation where her Doberman, Burt, got into a fight with a family member’s pit bull. Her book is self-illustrated, bound together and adorned “with one of those paper book covers made from some tragic ass wallpaper. My mom still has the book,” Richardson said. Born and raised in Tacoma, Richardson is a Tacoman through and through. Though a self-professed introvert, she is so authentic in a social interaction one would never guess that it could be just a game face or that a glass of wine or two would be needed to aid her in gaining courage. She tells me she was a bit of a late bloomer in regard to viewing herself as a poet. “As a child I was always in my own head and/or in front of the television. Both of those things fueled an overactive imagination but until recently I always thought

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of writing as something exterior to vocation. A hobby. It wasn’t until participating with ‘Voices of the City’ that I really began to engage in the process.” Produced by Broadway Center for the Performing Arts, “Voices of the City” served as her first structured experience with this process and she has admired every bit of it since.

From there she began leading pocket workshops for students at locales like Bryant Montessori School and Tacoma Community College and teaching courses at Pacific Lutheran University. Her work as an educator and roles as a woman and a mother contribute to themes you

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NOW OPEN. Puyallup Chairman Bill Sterud cuts the ribbon

with Tribal Councilmember Annette Bryan (to his right), CBC staff and members of the Fife Milton Edgewood Chamber of Commerce.

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Ribbon cutting heralds official grand opening By Matt Nagle matt@tacomaweekly.com

With a quick snip of the scissors, the ribbon was cut to officially open the Puyallup Tribe’s new Commencement Bay Cannabis (CBC) retail shop on a most appropriate day – April 20. Attracting participation from members of the Puyallup Tribal Council, the Fife-Milton-Edgewood Chamber of Commerce and area business owners, this happy occasion presented a big day for Fife with the opening of

its first retail cannabis store. Puyallup Chairman Bill Sterud had the honor of cutting the ribbon. “I want to particularly thank all the staff that have been working their butts off putting this together,” he said to the gathered crowd. “This will be a success for our community and all communities that come here to enjoy our medicine.” “I’m really excited to be here today,” said Tribal Councilmember Annette Bryan, giving special thanks to CBC’s

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DETOX. A long-dormant chemical plant on the Tideflats continues to leak toxins into the water-

way, but a cleanup plan is in the works with questions about how extensive that effort will be. By Steve Dunkelberger stevedunkel@tacomaweekly.com

The public comment period for the Washington Department of Ecology’s draft cleanup plan for the former Occidental Chemical Corp. chemical plant on the Tacoma Tideflats ended this week, after a flood of comments prompted an extension. Ecology staffers are now digesting those comments to develop a formal cleanup plan. The 20-acre site along the Hylebos Waterway had been undeveloped mudflats until the 1920s, when the area was filled

with dredged soil from an upland expansion project. It then served as the home of a chemical manufacturing facility, first to Hooker Chemical Corp. followed by the U.S. Navy, U.S. Defense Plant Corporation, Todd Shipyards, Pioneer Americas and most recently Occidental Chemical. The plant closed more than 10 years ago, but its impacts continue to this day. Contamination left at the site are leaking into the ground water and spreading in a plume along the waterway. The primary contaminants in and around the site include an alphabet soup of chemicals that

range from chlorinated volatile organic compounds, to sodium hydroxide, heavy metals, polychlorinated biphenyls and dioxins that were byproducts of the manufacturing process for chemicals used at pulp mills, boat builders, metal fabricators and dry cleaners. The fear is that the chemicals could further spread to the greater Puget Sound and then endanger wildlife and enter the food chain, including the estimated 600,000 salmon that navigate through the waterway. The chemicals are known to cause cancer. Clean up of the some 500

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NORTH L AND NORTH 7TH After so long, we have to assume that Percival our beloved Pothole Pig has simply vanished. However, there are still potholes in the city that need attention, so we simply – and sadly – must hire someone to handle his workload. We decided to give the candidates a trial run to see how they do in the field. This week Carter the Crater Gator gave it another shot by finding a crater that would make Percival proud. But frankly, Carter might just not have the celebrity power to take on such a high-profile role. What are your thoughts? We have other candidates in the works that we might try out: Charles the Chuckhole Chicken and Blighty the Blight-Seeking Beaver, but several people voiced their opinion that a permanent replacement should be one of Percival’s relatives, namely Peyton, who lives in Portland, and Perry, who lives in Parkland. And now a new candidate has entered the running with a resume from Ruddy the Road Rut Reindeer, who is a brother-inlaw of Tacoma Rainiers mascot Rhubarb. Send your thoughts to stevedunkel@tacomaweekly. com.

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The Puyallup Tribe of Indians held its primary elections on April 22 for two open seats on the Puyallup Tribal Council. From a field of 14 candidates, four emerged to move on to the general election on June 10. With 923 tribal members casting their votes, this was a record turnout for a Puyallup Tribal Council primary. Among the candidates that will move on to the general elections are two incumbents: Tim Reynon (who received 326 votes) and Marguerite “Maggie� Edwards (233 votes). Facing off with them will be newcomers James “Jim Jim� Rideout (305 votes) and Monica Miller (214 votes). Having served 18 years on the Puyallup Tribal Council, Edwards brings her seasoned experience and viewpoints to the mix of candidates. She also brings her years as a tribal court judge and code writer. Edwards feels that her long-term commitment to her Tribe will bode well for her in the general election, as it did in the primaries. “I am truly grateful to the tribal membership for allowing me the honor of serving them over the years. Win or lose, there is nothing better than being a Puyallup Indian,� she said. “I have a dozen years of tribal judging experience, which transfers into a solid understanding of the myriad of legal issues we as a tribe face every day in a modern world,� she said. “I feel properly tempered and sure of the rights and entitlements we inherently possess and am very comfortable and certain in defending them.� When asked what makes her

stand out among the other candidates, Edwards replied, “I am comfortable in my own skin. I understand the laws that are applicable to our tribe, and I am always ready to push the boundaries when we are challenged or face obstacles. I also feel ready to mentor and prepare young members to step up to leadership, as those of us on the council age.� Increasing the number of tribal membership meetings is high on Edwards’ list of priorities so that tribal members have the opportunity to meet quarterly with their Tribal Council to stay abreast of the issues and projects the Tribe is involved in. “The big issues, they need to be put out to the tribal membership to decide,� she said. “I really want to make that happen. And, of course, it is always my priority to protect and assure that the monthly per capita, bonuses, services and benefits to the membership are protected and growing.� Elected to the Puyallup Tribal Council in 2014, incumbent Tim Reynon received the most votes in the primary. When asked what distinguishes him from the other candidates, Reynon replied, “My diverse background of education and experience and my positive leadership style. My educational background of a Bachelors in Social Work and Political Science, as well as my law degree (Juris Doctorate) have provided me with a solid foundation to be able to handle just about any issue or situation that comes our way.� Reynon began his professional career working as a law clerk and then an attorney in the Tribe’s Law Office. After that, he gained executive management experience

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Bulletin Board STEPPING IT UP IN PIERCE COUNTY Creating safer routes to school and transit, improving our sidewalks and streets for all users, and connecting our crosscommunity trail system. This is just a taste of what our regional Pierce County team is working on as a part of a recent call to action to Step It Up from the U.S. Surgeon General. Downtown On the Go’s next Friday Forum will be an opportunity to discuss these initiatives with the team on April 28 from noon to 1 p.m. Court House Square (1102 A St., Tacoma) in The Gallery next to Lift Bridge Coffee. The event is free and open to the public. The Puget Sound Regional team, one of just ten teams selected across the nation, recently returned from a training with the National Association of Chronic Disease Directors in Atlanta. Attendees of the Friday Forum will hear about this work from the entire team of Diane Evans, Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department, Meagan Kula, Downtown On the Go, Ryan Mello and Meredith Soniat, City of Tacoma, Kimberly Scrivner, Puget Sound Regional Council, and Shawn Phelps, Pierce County. “Walking is fundamental to our community and it affects everyone. I’m excited about the strength of our Pierce County team and the collaborative work that we’re embarking on to make Tacoma and Pierce County more walkable for everyone,� said Councilmember Mello, a longtime advocate for walkable communities. “This is about a healthy, equitable, and connected community that encourages smart growth and puts people first.� Thank you to GeoEngineers for their generous sponsorship. Downtown On the Go is the transportation advocate and resource for downtown Tacoma. Friday Forums bring together local leaders, experts, and the community to talk about transportation issues facing Tacoma and our region. For those who cannot attend, join the conversation on Twitter using the hashtag #DOTGForum and following @ downtownonthego. CELEBRATE TACOMA’S MARITIME HISTORY Each May, the National Trust for Historic Preservation encourages local communities to celebrate National Historic Preservation Month. The City of Tacoma is excited to announce this year’s Historic Preservation Month theme of “Tacoma’s Maritime History: Rails to Sails.� Events in 2017 encourage residents of all ages, cultures and neighborhoods to show their love for Tacoma’s heritage and historical sites. “This year’s maritime history theme honors the important connection that many of the city’s communities have with our local waterfront,� said Historic Preservation Officer Reuben McKnight.

Event Schedule for May:

• Historic Preservation Month Proclamation: Tuesday, May 2, from 4:45-5:30 p.m., at the Tacoma Municipal Building in Council Chambers (747 Market St., first floor)

• Historic Preservation Month Kick Off: Historic Taco-

ma’s Program on Repurposing Existing Buildings on Friday, May 5, from 7-9 p.m., at Feast Arts Center (1402 S. 11th St.)

• Historic Homes of Tacoma Tour: Saturday, May 6 and Sunday, May 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• The Amazing Preservation Race: Sunday, May 7, at 11 a.m., starting at University of Washington Tacoma campus stairs (1754 Pacific Ave.)

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Saturday, May 20, from 1-3 p.m., at Slavonian Hall (2306 N. 30th St.)

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Friday, May 26, from 5:15-7 p.m., at the Foss Waterway Seaport (705 Dock St.)

In addition to celebrating Tacoma’s heritage, the city’s award-winning Historic Preservation efforts provide tools and resources to preserve the community character derived from Tacoma’s rich architectural legacy. This includes oversight of the historic districts and Tacoma Register of Historic Places, as well as increasing awareness of historic preservation issues in Tacoma. As the state considers a National Maritime Heritage Area ranging from Grays Harbor to Whatcom County, Tacoma’s waterfront will continue to be a focus for Historic Preservation programming. Additionally, in July, high school students from around the State will participate in the Youth Heritage Project, a five-day overnight opportunity to learn about Tacoma’s maritime heritage. New artwork on the Prairie Line Trail, which will connect downtown Tacoma to Thea Foss Waterway, will also be installed later this year, and there is a collaborative roster of walking tours that invites the community to learn more about Tacoma's history at cityoftacoma.org/WalkingTours. “This year, we’re continuing to partner with Tacoma’s cultural and heritage organizations to put together a great slate of programming,� said Historic Preservation Coordinator Lauren Hoogkamer. “We want everyone to see how Tacoma’s history and culture is an important asset to our city.� For more information on Historic Preservation Month activities, visit cityoftacoma.org/HPEvents or contact Hoogkamer at LHoogkamer@cityoftacoma.org or (253) 591-5254. SEE MORE BULLETIN BOARD ITEMS AT TACOMAWEEKLY.COM

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while managing the Tribe’s Human Resources, Training & Education Division for more than 13 years. During that time he also served three years on the Board of Directors at the multi-billion-dollar credit union, BECU. In 2013, he started his own consulting business with his sister where they helped tribes evaluate and organize their child welfare programs and provided other community and child welfare related services. Under the slogan “Building A Brighter Future, TOGETHER!,� Reynon’s campaign platform is based on fully involving the membership in shaping the Tribe’s future. He aims to protect tribal resources for future generations and to ensure that all tribal families, children and members live in a safe, healthy and stable environment, among other issues he has outlined. “I want to express my sincere and humble appreciation for all those that came out and cast a vote for our vision for our Tribe. There have been so many people that have supported our efforts and provided guidance and direction and I am so grateful for each and every one of them,� he said. “I want to thank my family for their unyielding support and encouragement. Without them, this result wouldn’t have been possible, and so I express my love and appreciation to them and raise my hands in gratitude and respect to all those that have contributed to this good start.� This will be Rideout’s third time to run for Tribal Council. He has long been a familiar and public face among the tribal membership, and this became even more so upon the death of his niece Jackie Salyers in 2016 at the hands of two Tacoma

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COMCAST VOLUNTEERS BUILT NINE GARDENS – AND CONNECTIONS – IN TACOMA’S HILLTOP More than 200 Comcast employees, family and friends converged on Tacoma’s Hilltop on April 22 to build nine new gardens for the Hilltop Urban Gardens (HUG) farm network. The work was part of the 16th annual Comcast Cares Day, where Comcast employees give back to their communities. Nearly 30 projects were completed around Washington state over the weekend. Around Hilltop, work included trash pickup and debris removal, building and planting garden beds, building fences, building or repairing hot houses, mowing lawns and painting signs. Each new garden is 2,500 square feet and will help feed 25-30 households each week. Every Saturday in season, HUG shares produce at its HUG Grub Neighborhood Farm Stand. “It’s a dream come true,” said Dean Jackson, HUG’s founder and director. “It would have taken us months to finish what we did here in just one day. I can’t thank Comcast and their families enough.” Founded in late 2010 by Jackson, HUG is a community-based urban agriculture, justice and equity organi-

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All the volunteer labor allowed HUG to do more than build gardens. Jackson was particularly keen on canvassing the neighborhood to talk with residents. “We’re so disconnected as a society,” she said. “When we can come together as a community we can help each other. This is an area that has more challenges that most. We need each other. Today was a great start.”

12 MEN ARRESTED AND CHARGED DURING ONLINE CHILD SEX STING

The Pierce County Prosecutor’s Office charged 12 men on April 24 with charges arising from an online child sex sting operation. The charges include attempted child rape, communication with a minor for immoral purposes, and commercial sexual abuse of a minor. “Protecting the vulnerable, especially children, is a top priority for our office,” said Prosecutor Mark Lindquist. “These sting operations protect our community by holding offenders accountable and sending a strong message.” The Washington State Patrol’s (WSP) Missing and Exploited Children’s Task Force (MECTF) arrested 12 men during a multi-day operation that targeted individuals who wanted to sexually exploit children. Undercover law enforcement officers communicated on the Internet through various websites with individuals interested in having sex with children. The operation generated hundreds of responses. Those arrested in the operation traveled to meet with undercover detectives posing as young girls and boys to engage in sexual activity with them. “Thanks to the hard work of everyone involved in this operation, child predators are off the street,” says WSP Chief John R. Batiste. “This operation protects our most vulnerable members of our community from abuse and makes the Internet safer for our children.” This is the seventh operation in the state since 2015. The

“Net Nanny” series has netted a total of 84 arrests throughout the state thanks to the WSP Missing and Exploited Children Task Force (MECTF). MECTF spearheads the multi-agency operation that includes partners in federal, state, and local law enforcement. This success of this operation was a collaborative effort involving the following agencies:

• Washington State Patrol’s Missing and Exploited Children’s Task Force

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FIRST CLASS. The interior of Commencement Bay Cannabis is nothing short of stunning, reflecting the high-end experience that customers will enjoy at this one-of-akind recreational cannabis shop.

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General Manager Stormy Guerra and the Tribe’s cannabis guru, Daniel Duenas, for their conscientious efforts in helping bring the shop to fruition. “I’m honored and privileged to provide medicine to people in this community – our Native people and our neighbors – and to provide economic diversity for our Tribe.” FME Chamber of Commerce Executive Membership Chair April Balsley said that the Chamber is always excited when new businesses decide to plant roots in one of these three cities. “We’re excited for the opportunity to appropriately represent the first retail cannabis shop in Fife that has an amazing, upscale, professional business feel to it,” she said. “We’re confident that this business will bring great things to this area. I can’t wait for the coming months for people to come in and tour, ask questions and take a look at what’s actually here. I think a lot of people will be pleasantly impressed.” To say that CBC is among the nicest rec shops in the South Sound is an understatement. Formerly the Tribe’s high-end cigar lounge called Stogie’s, the classy Stogie’s ambience remains for CBC customers to enjoy. From the moment that customers pass through the front entrance they are greeted by a spacious sales floor and high-end décor everywhere. There are soft leather couches to enjoy for those who wish to stay awhile, and big-screen monitors that are easy to read and clearly show the enormous variety of products for sale. Prices are competitive and the friendly, knowledgeable sales staff is ready

to answer any questions to ensure the best experience for all CBC visitors. “Everybody who comes in tells me that our budtenders and staff are so nice,” Guerra said. “If it weren’t for them, we wouldn’t be open so I’m really proud of that. I feel like I’m part of a community working here.” Guerra said that since she’s been working at CBC, patients of medical marijuana have really driven home for her the impact that cannabis can have in the quality of people’s lives – and how the passage of Initiative 502 opened up new vistas for seriously ill people, like those with Stage IV cancer, to manage their pain without the harsh side effects of opioids. Saying good-bye to the days of buying cannabis illegally has changed lives of people with chronic illnesses, including being able to afford their medicine now that inflated street prices are no more. “I have people coming from Gig Harbor because they can afford to buy their medicine here instead of meeting someone in a parking lot and that means so much to me,” Guerra said. “Them telling me that they can afford to buy their medicine again brings tears to my eyes. That they can get the medicines they want and afford it makes me feel like I’m really doing something.” Guerra said that she’s also proud to help break the cannabis stigma. “We’re providing safe access to cannabis and medicine in a judgment free environment at an affordable cost and that’s a great feeling.” For Jennifer Reich, FME Chamber Board Chair and Executive Director of Mill Ridge Village senior community in Milton, the de-criminalization of cannabis, and the ensuing de-stigmatization of this oft-maligned plant, offers an opportunity

for the senior residents there to learn about how cannabis can help them with their chronic pain and other ailments. “A lot of our residents take narcotics for pain and one of the things we’re looking at doing is helping them to explore options for pain management that may not be as hard on their bodies or their heart,” she said, noting that a field trip to CBC may very well be in Mill Ridge Village’s future. Luckily, there are informational vendor days at CBC, where vendors come and talk about their products with customers. This

is just one of the ways CBC is reaching out to the broader community for educational purposes. “We’ve worked very closely with CBC management and we’re very impressed with the direction they’re going,” Balsley said. “We can’t wait to see the things they do in this community.” Visit www.CommencementBayCannabis.com to learn more and to see daily menus. The shop is located at 5402 Pacific Hwy. E. in Fife. For further information, call (253) 517-7265.

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Starting a business is like raising a child By William Manzanares william@tacomaweekly.com

Running a business is tough. It really is one of the hardest jobs to deal with. And for you parents out there, and single mothers, you have the toughest job on the planet. So I guess the best advice for any potential business owner is to raise your business like a child. When a child is first born, you must take all the time to nurture and take care of him or her. I can make the comparisons between business and child because I started my first business back when my daughter was a toddler. I have watched both grow up, and now my daughter and business are both teenagers. My daughter is now 14 years old, and though we spend a lot of time together, I am now more of an observer in her life and the thought that she doesn’t really “need me” to take care of her is kind of how I also think about my businesses – they don’t “need me” now as much as when they were fledglings. I did a good job raising both. For another comparison, if you are interested in buying an existing business, I would compare it to having a step child, which I also have. Elyssa has been in my life since she was 6 years old. It had a lot of tough moments, however, as even when her mother and I separated I still stayed in Elyssa’s life. Now she is in her 20s and living on her own. If you are stepping into a new role of taking over a business, you have to realize that someone else has put in

the groundwork before you. You will not have all the answers; you just have to be willing to listen. I am not the same person I was when I first met my children and I will continue to grow. I don’t think anyone would raise

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The folks at Classy Cuts really know what they’re doing. With more than 10 years of doing business in Tacoma’s 72nd Street neighborhood (and five years at their Bonney Lake location), owner Tina Dao and team have created a full service salon that caters to the entire family and focuses on customer retention and service. “Many hair salons specialize in just treating or pampering women,” explained Dao, “and other salons specialize in kids cuts or cuts for men. We take the approach of serving the entire family in an atmosphere where everyone can be comfortable. Why go to three different places to get your family haircuts taken care of when you can all visit Classy Cuts together? Classy Cuts is a full service family hair salon.” That’s not to say that Classy Cuts doesn’t offer an array of services one would expect from a modern, full-serviced hair salon. Aside from offering cuts for all genders and ages, the stylists at Classy Cuts also handle perms, colorings, highlights, permanent straightening, Brazilian Blowouts, make-up services, updos, and waxings. Dao attributes much of the success of the salons to their size and their customer-focused business model. “We aren’t a chain with nameless owners who manage hundreds of locations,” said Dao. “Our owner and our managers work on the floor every day alongside our stylists to maintain the same quality experience day in and day out. With eight stations, we always have

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plenty of stylists to serve your needs, but we’re also small enough to care about our customers.” Another aspect of success, Dao explains, is the business’s culture for stylists to continuously learn and improve upon their craft. “Each stylist is trained and licensed as in any reputable hair salon,” she said, “but we also encourage them to further their education through classes, online tutorials, and video seminars. Due to the high volume of clientele, we get the chance for all of our stylists to work on all the newest looks and styles on a frequent basis.”

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PONDER A NEW WORLD, ONE PEDAL AT A TIME May will bring the 10th annual Bike Month to Tacoma and Pierce County, a month of alternative transportation events to raise awareness about bicycle routes and resource to not only promote physical fitness but community building through pedal power. Kicking off Bike Month is the ninth annual Bike Swap at University of Puget Sound on April 29 to provide a one-stop shop to buy, sell and trade new and used bicycles and accessories. Highlights of the month include: Bike to Market Day on Thursday, May 4 at the Broadway Farmers Market; Bike to Work Day on Friday, May 19, when people are encouraged to pedal to work and enjoy morning specials at Manifesto Coffee and after-work festivities at Harmon Tap Room to mark the occasion. And don’t miss the Environmental History Bike Tour on Friday, May 26 at Foss Waterway Seaport Museum. Sure, biking to work isn’t convenient for some people. Demands on time and mobility simply make it impractical for many office workers, but at least we all can think about ways to get out of our cars to run errands a few times a week. Just one avoided car trip a week would not only boost personal health but could lead to thoughts of healthier eating and environmental stewardship. And who knows? Maybe that bike ride to the grocery store will lead to a chance meeting with an otherwise unknown neighbor that then leads to a conversation and a friendship. The next thing you know, neighbors could have block parties and keep watches over each other. Then neighborhoods of strangers become communities of friends. It could happen – even more so with a little pedal power and a willingness to get involved. Bike Month programming can be found at cityoftacoma.org/BikeMonth. Get on your bikes and ride!

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By Cheryle Hoskins Bigelow

Just because a situation is scary doesn’t mean that we have to be scared. Preparedness is power. I grew up in Pierce County and at one time lived about three miles from the boundary fence of Joint Base Lewis-McChord. My neighbors wore camouflage. I witnessed train cars in Ruston loaded with military equipment on the way to the Port of Tacoma to be loaded on ships headed to a war zone. I saw a handsome, curly-haired GI with no bottom half of his body pushing himself along the sidewalk with his hands on a wheeled platform during the war in Vietnam and I remember the morbid silence in the sky on Sept. 11, with the exception of the scream of the F-15 fighter jets watching over us. I married two soldiers who were stationed at Fort Lewis: not at the same time, of course. Since moving to Sequim about six years ago, I have felt removed from a military presence except for caring for our veterans, including my husband, and hearing the constant barrage of news coverage regarding the potential of nuclear war. We have concentrated on preparing for The Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake and tsunami that we face along with our emergency management officials in the Pacific Northwest. We have stocked more than 48 emergency preparedness items in addition to stocking our pantry with nonperishable items and spreading the word to

our community inviting them to join us and get ready now. I am 75 years old. I remember the piercing wail of an air-raid siren, the caution to get away from windows and the order to duck and take cover under our desks in the schoolroom. I feel it is time for our emergency management authorities to bring all generations up to date on how to survive a nuclear attack assuming they are not situated at “ground zero.� I ask them to update us and answer questions: Do we shelter in place? Will covering the windows with plastic help? Do we grab the hose and spray down our kids and pets? Can we eat the food from our victory gardens outside of a certain distance from the blast zone? Do we need to drink bottled water? What additional items do we stock in the family first aid kit for this disaster? Are the “radiation� pills I bought after the earthquake/nuclear disaster in Japan still viable? Is building a fallout shelter too “yesterday?� If a missile with a nuclear warhead strikes Seattle, is there any hope of survival for our families living in Tacoma or Everett? We need to know the awful truth so we can spring into action as citizens and coordinate our relief efforts. It is my personal opinion based on current news reports that the United States may one day be targeted by a weapon of mass destruction. I want to stand tall as a proud American, get the information I need to prepare “straight up� and then not be scared.

WHY IS THERE SO LITTLE PROTEST AGAINST THREATS OF NUCLEAR WAR?

By Lawrence Wittner

In recent weeks, the people of the world have been treated to yet another display of the kind of nuclear insanity that has broken out periodically ever since 1945 and the dawn of the nuclear era. On April 11, Donald Trump, irked by North Korea’s continued tests of nuclear weapons and missiles, tweeted that “North Korea is looking for trouble.� If China does not “help,� then “we will solve the problem without them.� North Korean leader Kim Jong Un responded by announcing that, in the event of a U.S. military attack, his country would not scruple at launching a nuclear strike at U.S. forces. In turn,Trump declared: “We are sending an armada, very powerful. We have submarines, very powerful, far more powerful than the aircraft carrier. We have the best military people on earth.� During the following days, the governments of both nuclear-armed nations escalated their threats. Dispatched to South Korea, U.S. Vice President Mike Pence declared that “the era of strategic patience is over,� and warned: “All options are on the table.� Not to be outdone, North Korea’s deputy representative to the United Nations told a press conference that “thermonuclear war may break out at any moment.� Any missile or nuclear strike by the United States would be responded to “in kind.� Several days later, the North Korean government warned of a “super-mighty preemptive strike� that would reduce U.S. military forces in South Korea and on the U.S. mainland “to ashes.� The United States and its allies, said the official statement, “should not mess with us.� Curiously, this North Korean statement echoed the Trump promise during his presidential campaign that he would build a U.S. military machine “so big, powerful, and strong that no one will mess with us.� The fact that both Trump and Kim are being “messed with� despite their possession of very powerful armed forces, including nuclear weapons, seems to have eluded both men, who continue their deadly game of nuclear threat and bluster. And what is the response of the public to these two erratic government leaders behaving in this reckless fashion and threatening war, including nuclear war? It is remarkably subdued. People read about the situation in newspapers or watch it on the television news, while comedians joke about the madness of it all. Oh, yes, peace and disarmament organizations condemn the escalating military confrontation and outline reasonable diplomatic alternatives. But such organizations are unable to mobilize the vast numbers of people around the world necessary to shake some sense into these overwrought government officials.

The situation was very different in the 1980s, when organizations like the Nuclear Weapons Freeze Campaign (in the United States), the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (in Britain), and similar groups around the world were able to engage millions of people in protest against the nuclear recklessness of the U.S. and Soviet governments – protests that played a key role in curbing the nuclear arms race and preventing nuclear war. So why is there so little public protest today? One factor is certainly the public’s preoccupation with other important issues, among them climate change, immigration, terrorism, criminal justice, civil liberties, and economic inequality. Another appears to be a sense of fatalism. Many people believe that Kim and Trump are too irrational to respond to reason and too autocratic to give way to public pressure. Yet another factor is the belief of Americans and Europeans that their countries are safe from a North Korean attack. Yes, many people will die in a new Korean War, especially one fought with nuclear weapons, but they will be “only� Koreans. In addition, many people credit the absence of nuclear war since 1945 to nuclear deterrence. Thus, they assume that nuclear-armed nations will not fight a nuclear war among themselves. Finally – and perhaps most significantly – people are reluctant to think about nuclear war. After all, it means death and destruction at an unbearable level of horror. Therefore, it’s much easier to simply forget about it. Of course, even if these factors explain the public’s passivity in the face of a looming nuclear catastrophe, they do not justify it. After all, people can concern themselves with more than one issue at a time, public officials are often more malleable than assumed, accepting the mass slaughter of Koreans is unconscionable, and if nuclear deterrence really worked, the U.S. government would be far less worried about other nations (including North Korea) developing nuclear weapons. Also, problems – including the problem posed by nuclear weapons – do not simply disappear when people ignore them. It would be a terrible thing if it takes a disastrous nuclear war between the United States and North Korea to convince people that nuclear war is simply unacceptable. The atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki should already have convinced us of that. Dr. Lawrence Wittner, syndicated by PeaceVoice, is professor of history emeritus at SUNY/Albany. He is the author of “Confronting the Bomb� (Stanford University Press).

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SR 167 TIMELINE, DETAILS TAKING SHAPE

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ROAD. The State Route 167 extension is a missing

link in the state’s highway network. Its completion is expected to improve safety and reduce congestion along local roads and freeways in the surrounding area. By Steve Dunkelberger stevedunkel@tacomaweekly.com

Plans are moving forward for the extension of State Route 167 as a way to better connect the warehouse and distribution hub of the Kent Valley to the Tacoma Tideflats and ease traffic through the region. Washington State Department of Transportation staffers held a series of public meetings about the state of the plans and are planning another round this summer regarding the interchange design options and construction timelines for various phases of the project. “We want to continue to make sure we are communicating with the largest portion of the public,” Project Manager Steve Fuchs said. “Not everyone comes to open houses. We are kind of developing that outreach right now.” The first of those phases will involve the reconfiguration of the overpass around Fife’s 70th Avenue, which will start in 2019 and take about two years. A second part of the first phase will come in 2021 and involve work from I-5 to SR 509. Work on the Puyallup to Interstate 5 section of the six-mile roadway will come in 2025 and could take about five years. The entire project will take about 16 years and come at a cost of more than $1 billion that will be paid largely through the Connecting Washington transportation package lawmakers approved in 2015 but also include local funding and millions of dollars in toll revenue that will be collected when the roadway opens. Those toll amounts, however, have not been set and must still gain legislative

approval. “That is quite a ways away yet,” Fuchs said. SR 167 is the main freeway connecting the industrial businesses and warehouses of Kent and Puyallup River valleys to the shipping operations on the Tideflats. This new highway segment will eventually provide two general-purpose lanes in each direction and will also include a commuter lane in each direction from I-5 to Puyallup. Interchanges along the whole route will be built at SR 509, 54th Avenue, I-5, Valley Avenue and Meridian to provide travelers with faster, safer travel options than the current configuration that is often congested with truck traffic. The web of on- and off-ramps along the route create

some design challenges. One notable one will be found at SR 167 and I-5 in what is called a diverging diamond interchange that will have drivers actually crossing from the right lane to the left and then back again once they cross I-5. The interchange will be the second one of its kind in the state, behind one in the works at I-5 and Marvin Road in Lacey. There are some 60 diverging diamond interchanges around the nation. “It’s definitely different,” Fuchs said, noting however that the lanes will be channeled with signs and dividers to make navigator through the roadway easier for drivers. Information about the project can be found at wsdot. wa.gov/projects/sr167/tacomatoedgewood.

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PUYALLUP TRIBAL IMPACT Supporting the Economic Growth of Our Community

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Federal, regional, state and local leaders gathered with the Puyallup Tribal Council to officially cut the ribbon on the Tribe’s new state-of-the-art Salish Cancer Center (SCC) in the spring of 2015. Joining in on the event were (back row from left): former Fife Mayor Tim Curtis; former Congressman Norm Dicks and Puyallup Tribal Council Vice-Chairman Larry LaPointe; (front row from left) Puyallup Tribal Council Members Marguerite Edwards and Sylvia Miller; Puyallup Vice-Chairwoman Roleen Hargrove; Senator Maria Cantwell; Puyallup Chairman Bill Sterud; Gov. Jay Inslee; then Lieutenant Governor Brad Owen; Congressman Denny Heck; and Puyallup Tribal Council Members David Bean and Tim Reynon.

The most urban of Native American tribes, the Puyallup Tribe of Indians continues to be a critical component of the South Sound economy. As Pierce County’s sixth largest employer, a donor to a broad range of charitable organizations, and a major funder of housing, roads, education and environmental projects, the Puyallup Tribe stands as a model for taking care of not only its

own membership, but sharing its wealth among the broader community as well. The Puyallup Tribe is one of the largest employers in Pierce County. With a payroll of more than 3,100 people that work in the Tribe’s businesses, government, economic development corporation, school, and health and housing authorities – approximately 70 percent of whom are non-Native –

employees enjoy competitive wages and benefits. In 2015 the Tribe spent over $491 million. This spending supports communities by providing good wages and generous benefits to individuals, and through purchases of goods and services from local suppliers, vendors, contractors, construction companies and more.

From sponsoring local charities, non-profit organizations, social welfare projects and events that may otherwise suffer or cease to exist, to protecting the environment, funding crime prevention, city improvement projects and healthcare, the Tribe maintains its commitment to honoring its destiny as “the generous people,” the meaning of the Tribe’s very name “Puyallup.”

PARTNERING TO ENHANCE LOCAL TRANSPORTATION Partnering with local jurisdictions to improve local transportation over the past seven years, the Tribe has spent more than $40 million on transportation projects and traffic safety services in neighboring areas. These are largely done in collaboration with state and local governments to benefit the region’s growing traffic infrastructure, which helps everyone. Projects range from lighting and safety improvements to bridges and reconstruction projects, providing hundreds of jobs to local engineers, tradesmen, environmental and cultural resource consultants, construction contractors, and the like. Examples of the Tribe’s expenditures over the past seven years to completed and ongoing projects include: 30TH STREET SAFETY PROJECT, TACOMA Paving, lighting, ADA access, replacement of sidewalks on both sides of 30th Avenue from Portland Avenue to R Street, and one side of 31st Avenue, including relocation

of public utilities. Permitted through the City of Tacoma. The project was completed spring of 2013. 31ST STREET REHABILITATION PROJECT, TACOMA 31st Street was a failed road that has received repavement, curb and stormwater facilities, street trees, and relocation of public utilities. Permitted through the City of Tacoma. The project was completed in summer 2015. EAST ROOSEVELT/EAST WRIGHT STREET IMPROVEMENTS & MAINTENANCE WORK The Tribe committed $15,000 to replace a failing section of Roosevelt that was important for access to the Tribal Health Clinic. A new asphalt overlay was applied, alongside curb improvements and alleyway paving. TRANSPORTATION PLANNING & COLLABORATION WITH STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS I-5 HOV Project, Tacoma and Fife: Tribal staff has

worked with WSDOT regarding HOV improvements on I-5. East Side Community Projects: Tribal staff is working with the City of Tacoma with respect to long-range transportation planning involving several city streets. Additional Transportation Planning and Administration: Tribal staff works in collaboration with a number of federal, state and local government agencies to plan and administer transportation projects in the region. Inspection Services: The Puyallup Tribe pays for City of Tacoma inspectors for road project oversight; fees to exceed $100,000. Port of Tacoma Emergency Response ITS Study: The Puyallup Tribe has committed $75,000 to partner with the City of Tacoma, Port of Tacoma, and local port businesses to study emergency vehicle response in the Port of Tacoma tide flats area to address safety concerns and increase local police & fire response.

TRIBE, WSDOT PARTNER TO IMPROVE TRANSPORTATION AND SAFETY In keeping with their mutual agreement reached in 2014, the Puyallup Tribe and the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) continue to partner on WSDOT’s HOV construction project on Interstate 5 on the Puyallup Indian Reservation. The agreement provides that work will be conducted in a manner respectful of the Tribe’s lands and treaty rights. For example, in late 2015 WSDOT crews focused on several excavation activities with the Tribe’s archaeological monitors present during the work. The agreement further conveys several parcels of land to the Tribe to offset the lost use of lands on which the Tribe has given WSDOT easements for the project. A right of first refusal gives the Tribe an opportunity to purchase additional lands. The agreement deals particularly with replacement of Interstate 5 bridges across the Puyallup River, as the bridges are more than 50 years old and would not withstand the impact of a serious earthquake. The new bridges will provide a much greater degree of safety in such an event, and the HOV lanes will improve transportation significantly in the area. In addition to providing room for one HOV lane on this portion of I-5, as part of this project WSDOT will also rebuild the northbound I-5 Puyallup River Bridge to make it straighter and wider than the existing bridge; improve the I-5/Portland Avenue interchange; and repave all the lanes of northbound I-5 within the project limits. Construction of the first bridge shafts for the new northbound I-5 bridge over the river has started near State Route 167, and work on the new ramp bridge from northbound I-5 to SR 167 is also progressing. Part of the agreement is to protect the fishery habitat and resource and to preserve Tribal members’ opportunity

to fish, a right guaranteed by the Treaty of Medicine Creek. To accomplish those goals, WSDOT has focused its work in the Puyallup River at times other than fishing season and fish migration periods. The work will use construction methods that minimize impact on the resource. With the project to rebuild the bridge will come in-water work in the Puyallup River that WSDOT is keeing tribal fishermen informed of. This work includes monitoring equipment for water quality to be placed in the water to meet water quality standards for the river established by the Tribe and by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The placement of floating booms will outline an 80-foot channel for boats and behind the booms temporary work platforms will be constructed on both sides of the river. Isolation casings for the in-water bridge piers will also be installed. STATE ROUTE 167 In 2015, Gov. Jay Inslee formally signed a transportation package that will flow $16.2 billion toward roads and transportation routes around the state for the next 16 years. On the roster of projects slated for those dollars is the final leg of State Route 167 that would provide a roadway between the distribution and warehouse hubs of Kent and Auburn to Port of Tacoma waters. The Tribe is working with the state and other partners to ensure that the project remains a top priority and again remains respectful of the Tribe’s lands and treaty rights. The funding package includes $1.85 billion to continue the SR 167 roadway, which currently ends just short of the waterway. The roadway had been first pondered back in the 1970s. Construction started in the 1980s only to stall ever since. It was called a “top priority” for lawmakers for the last generation only to go unfunded year after year

A computer-enhanced image of what I-5 will look like after the new northbound bridge is complete. Note that both northbound and southbound I-5 traffic will temporarily be shifted onto the new northbound bridge while crews demolish and rebuild the southbound bridge.

for the last 25 years. The Tribe, Port officials, business groups and transportation boosters have lobbied for the roadway as a way for the state to be competitive for international shipping traffic, which could avoid transportation delays found through the Puget Sound by routing cargo through Canadian ports and eventually route larger ships through the Panama Canal. Washington is the most tradedependent state in the nation, with 40 percent of jobs related to international trade. Pierce County is the most trade-dependent county in the state, so any threat to that industry raises alarms for businesses and lawmakers alike. The project will receive $2.5 million between now and 2017 and then ramp up to a peak of $395 million between 2021 and 2023 during the main construction period with a final $200 million between 2029 and 2031 to finalize the work. Washington State Department of Transportation estimates a completed SR 167 could fuel job growth to the tune of $10.1 billion.

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Among the more ardent Tacoma boosters is the Puyallup Tribe of Indians, which has been a forward thinking and financially generous leader in keeping Tacoma beautiful. The Tribe’s active protection of this area’s pristine waters, the salmon and all natural resources has benefitted the entire region. The Tribe vigorously opposes the prospect of an LNG plant being sited in the metropolitan Tacoma area. Not only would the plant be placed right on the Tribe’s reservation, it would mar Tacoma’s great scenic beauty, put natural resources at risk and endanger the lives of everyone who lives and works here in the event of a catastrophic LNG accident.

A PLANT WITHOUT A CUSTOMER Pristine waterways next to an industrial complex such as LNG could cause an environmental disaster in the Puget Sound from which we may never recover.

Puget Sound Energy is in the final permitting stages of the proposed LNG plant even though at this point PSE lacks any customers for LNG. The proposal started after the private utility company landed a contract with Totem Ocean Trailer Express (TOTE) to provide ships with cleaner-burning LNG rather than diesel, but TOTE has since put those plans on hold, announcing in a news release that the company does not have an exact date for when it will retrofit its ships to use LNG. In other words, PSE wants to build a plant without a customer.

LNG PUTS AREA RESIDENTS IN JEOPARDY Also among its plans, PSE wants to form a for-profit subsidiary to handle the commercial sales of LNG to TOTE and other yet-to-be-determined customers while also storing the LNG for its utility customers to use during extreme weather conditions. Transporting LNG for local ratepayers presents the threat, and the inherent risks, of tanker trucks on our roadways and the potential for gas truck accidents in our neighborhoods or at the plant. Moreover, we would face potential risks to our health, the environment and our wallets for something PSE has yet to prove utility customers need. Thousands of oil train cars enter and leave the Port of Tacoma daily. A train derailment in the river would be catastrophic.

THE HISTORIC DANGERS OF LNG The construction of an LNG plant would require a large capacity natural gas pipeline to be constructed through the heart of the city of Fife, another booming city that lies right on the Interstate 5 corridor through Pierce County. This should deeply concern local residents considering historic on-site accidents that have occurred involving or related to LNG: r On Oct. 20, 1944 in Cleveland, 128 people died when an East Ohio Natural Gas Company’s LNG tank ruptured and exploded. LNG spilled into the city’s sewer system, vaporized and turned into a gas, which exploded and burned.

The I-5 corridor is well known for traffic congestion, which greatly increases the risk of toxic accidents on the highway.

A catastrophic LNG explosion could ignite the entire Port of Tacoma.

r On Oct. 6, 1979 in Lusby, MD a pump seal failed at the Cove Point LNG facility, which released natural gas vapors that settled into an electrical conduit. The gas vapors ignited when a worker switched off a circuit breaker, causing an explosion that killed one worker and severely injured another. r On Jan. 19, 2004 an explosion at Sonatrach LNG facility in Skikda, Algeria killed 27 people and injured 56. Three LNG trains were also destroyed. The massive hydrocarbon gas explosion was ignited when a steam boiler that was part of an LNG liquefaction train exploded near a propane and ethane refrigeration storage site. A report from a U.S. government inspection team cited that a leak of hydrocarbons from the liquefaction process initiated the domino effect of explosions. r On April 7, 2014 a “processing vessel” at a Williams Co. Inc. facility near the small town of Plymouth, Wash., exploded, spraying chunks of shrapnel as heavy as 250 pounds as far as 300 yards. The flying debris pierced the double walls of a 134-foot LNG tank on site, causing leaks. Five workers were injured, and local responders warned that vapors from the leaks could trigger a more devastating, second explosion. A county fire department spokesman said authorities were concerned a second blast could level a 0.75 mile “lethal zone” around the plant.

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can find in her verse. “In my work I focus on intersections. Not just race, class and gender; I think everyone is always at a crossroads in life. A piece of the human experience is love, loss and longing. There are intersections throughout.” When it comes down to it, Richardson is most excited about sharing the stuff she doesn’t want to talk about, including “unpacking the lies of motherhood and what makes you a ‘good’ mother.” Having had children at a young age, she often uses her work to explore “whether as a young parent there is enough of you to springboard into a child. When I write, I like to build that bridge or rest in that gap.” She speaks unguardedly and affectionately about her children, a son 13 years old and a daughter in college at 19. She refers to her daughter as “Poodle” who’s a little high strung and always on the go, and her son as “The Panda” who tends to be more laid back and

can effortlessly eat her out of house and home. Connecting with her 13-year-old son in particular, she aims to not push ideals onto him that she might identify with as a “Christian, female or queer,” but allow him to self-identify and define his own titles. “My mother was my first lesson in that, how to redefine motherhood. I wrote about it while in school with a piece called ‘My Mama Was a Disco Queen,’” Richardson revealed. Richardson is looking forward to her term as Tacoma’s Poet Laureate as an opportunity to connect with the community – engaging our youth with elders who are often “forgotten, ignored or silenced” and providing the frequently missed opportunities to broaden the perspective of our next generation by relaying the experiences of our older generation through storytelling. Developing and utilizing platforms like poetry readings, workshops and community events, Richardson anticipates delving deeply into the local culture for the next two years using storytelling as a tool to engage the community and create solidarity in spirit. Pop-up poetry events are

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police officers. He said this tragedy compelled him to even more activism and community leadership. “The trauma became a redirect and you can’t change things unless you get to the table. And seeing how politics play a part of everything in our Tribe, you have to get involved in order to create change.” A staunch advocate for natural resources with many years experience as a geoduck diver, Rideout has been involved in successful business ventures for the Tribe including establishing tribal-only seafood retail markets in China. Locally, establishing a tribal marina on the waterfront is one of his priorities. “We have a marina that’s going to play a big part in our tribal needs and we have to modify it for today’s needs,” he said, speaking specifically of Ole and Charlies’ Marina for which he has been soliciting remodeling ideas from the tribal community. Other areas of interest to Rideout include making changes to the tribal constitution

in order to move into the future and continuing to diversify the Tribe’s economic base. A father, coach and youth mentor, Rideout sees himself as a role model for the next generation of tribal members. “I enjoy and appreciate our Tribe and I’ve been blessed by the children, the friendships and the relationships we have. Looking back, I didn’t chase the dollars; I chased the children and I wouldn’t change it for anything. I see where we began and where we’re at today, and I feel I can contribute a lot more being at the table.” He thanked the tribal membership for seeing him through the primary elections. “The things that people have contributed to me at this time are overwhelming and I’m utterly grateful. Knowing the sense of responsibility that comes with this position, I don’t want to let anybody down. I really want to thank the youth for creating such a big turnout and believing in me like I believe in them, and the adults. I just want an opportunity

something Tacomans can expect especially because, as Richardson puts it, “words can be most impactful when they catch people off guard.” Attend the free, public event on April 29, from 5-8 p.m., hosted in the Tacoma Community College Auditorium (Building 2, accessed from South 12th Street and Whitman Street). Free parking is available in Lot G off South 12th Street. Light refreshments will be available. Other festivities include performances by Richardson and fellow poets Cathy Nguyen, Miriam McBride, PaQ’Jon Dickerson, Marquis McCrary, Marcel Augustin and Baiyinnah Muhammad plus music provided by DJ Chill Dee. There will also be an opportunity for attendees to participate in a hands-on project led by artist Saiyare Refaei. Or participants can also record a poem for inclusion in the Laureate Listening Project reflecting on the personal importance of a particular place in Tacoma. Limited recording spots are available, and can be reserved through Naomi Strom-Avila at (253) 591-5191 or nstrom-avila@cityoftacoma.org.

to show what I have to offer our Tribe.” Candidate Monica Miller may be brand new to running for Tribal Council but she is far from new to being involved in her Tribe. She has been working for her Tribe since 1977 and now, 40 years later, she continues to do so as Director of Per Capita/Representative Payee Department for the past two decades. “I’ve watched this Tribe grow from 500-something members up to 5,200,” she said. As to why Miller decided to throw her hat in the election ring, she said that her fellow tribal members have been encouraging her to run for some time now and this year is the year to do it. Issues of importance to her range from establishing a tribal credit union, treatment center, tribal church and daycare center with no waiting list for tribal members’ children, to ensuring that land purchases/new businesses/remodels are voted on by the membership and homeless tribal members are sheltered and have a food bank to visit. “Basically I’ve seen that we need a change and I want to give people the opportunity to vote for a different candidate who

hasn’t been there for years,” she said. “It’s time for a change.” Miller said she is proud of her strong work ethic to help make the Tribe the best it can be. While her position in the Per Capita department is one of the most important, if not stressful, departments in the Tribe’s administration, she enjoys the responsibility and helps whenever and wherever she can. “I’m there for our people, and I listen before I respond – before I give you my final answer I want to think about it,” she said, noting that she and her siblings were raised to always be there for their tribal community – “to always leave your door open and always help out,” as Miller stated it. Miller expressed much gratitude for making it through the primary election. “I want to thank all the members from the bottom of my heart for participating in this primary election. I hope that we even have more for the general election. It’s so important to voice your opinion and you do that by voting. This is the best election ever and it’s going to get better. Together, with our amazing tribal members, we can make a difference.”

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tons of toxic waste from the site along Alexander Avenue, next to the 8 million gallon liquefied natural gas facility proposed by Puget Sound Energy, will cost between $100 million and $400 million and take decades. Occidental wants a limited cleanup because the site is located in an industrial area and a full cleanup would be impractical, while environmental groups want a complete restoration of the last Superfund site on the Tideflats to be addressed. “The contamination from Occidental is staggering. Hundreds of thousands of pounds of toxic, cancer-causing chemicals are spread under the site, the Hylebos Waterway, and potentially Commencement Bay,” Citizens for a Health Bay stated in a form letter for people to personalize to be added to public comment file. “The pollution is so bad, it actually dissolves rock into jelly. In order to cut costs, Occidental Chemical Corporation is setting the stage to be able to walk away from this mess without a comprehensive cleanup. Occidental is proposing a cleanup plan that would leave nearly two thirds of their pollution in the ground – highly toxic pollution right underneath a vulnerable aquatic ecosystem. This is absolutely not acceptable – this is not acceptable for me, for my family, for my community, or for my environment. Tacoma deserves more. We cannot afford to let Occidental walk away from their mess – they must be held accountable for the strongest cleanup possible…. Occidental should not be able to argue that it’s too big of a mess – they created it and they should clean it up. For the safety of our environment, ecology needs to hold them fully accountable for a real cleanup to the “maximum extent practicable” as required by the Model Toxics Control Act. What Occidental is proposing is unacceptable.”

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your calendars for some big upcoming promotions at Cheney Stadium. On Saturday, May 6, the Rainiers will welcome the New Orleans Baby Cakes to Tacoma. The first 1,000 fans to the ball park will receive a throwback 1966-71 Tacoma Cubs cap. The following day, the first 1,000 fans will receive a throwback 1978 Tacoma Yankees cap. This Friday, April 28, the Rainiers will roll out a fireworks show following their nineinning tilt against the Sacramento Bees.

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or the past three years, we have been covering the CageSport events at the Emerald Queen Casino religiously. It has been an easy decision, seeing that the world of mixed martial arts is one of the faster growing sports on this planet. After so many events in this time, one would think that there would have been one or two stinkers along the way. With the outcome of a match dependent upon the actions of just two competitors, there’s the opportunity for a bad to mediocre match. Throw in a few more of them on a given evening and we’re looking at a lackluster affair. In over three years now, it has yet to happen. The folks over at Brian Halquist Productions certainly know what they are doing, and they’ve been doing it at the Emerald Queen for a long time. Aside from various other mixed martial arts offerings that they have dished up, the recent event marked the 45th edition of the popular CageSport series. There were times in the packed EQC Showroom on Saturday, April 22, where I couldn’t recall the arena ever being louder. The crowd was into it from the start, and the fights continued to build up to a crescendo, culminating in the much-anticipated CageSport lightweight championship bout between the current champion Julian “Juicy J” Erosa against the former champion, and local favorite Justin “Ruckus” Harrington. However, to get to the main event, there were seven fights on the undercard that added up to be one of the best nights of mixed martial arts that we have ever witnessed live and in color. The first bout of the night would pit Justin “Eagle Drop” Hugo against Jake “The Limb Reaper” Blaski. It was apparent from the start that one of Hugo’s strategies was to deliver punishment to Blaski’s left leg via a swarm of kicks over their three-round 140-pound contest. The leg work effectively kept Blaski at a distance for much of the fight, while Hugo racked up points with some nasty leg shots. When it was all said and done, Blaski was unable to get in more than a single shot or two throughout the fight and it cost him. Hugo would take the unanimous decision. Next up was a fight between the big boys at 265 pounds. Tyree Fortune brought his undefeated 2-0 record against Jose Rocha who would be making his professional debut. Early on, it appeared that Fortune’s skillset was a bit beyond that of Rocha’s, who appeared to be a little nervous in his first bout. Fortune landed an early kick to the jaw of Rocha that set the tone for the short bout. After getting Rocha down on the mat, Fortune began raining blows down upon his foe, who had no hope of a defense other than tapping out. The first round finish was quick, but exciting. The third bout was another strong affair as Brandon Monteith made his pro debut against Jesse Hardenbrook (2-2) at 145 pounds. Both fighters came to mix it up from the opening bell and the pace of the bout hinted at a good one. Going into the second round, Hardenbrook began going to work on a subu See MMA / page A14

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ACTION! (top) Brandon Monteith connects on a right hook to the face of Jesse Hardenbrook. It wouldn't be enough though, as Hardenbrook won via submission. (left) Jacob Ikaika Martin rang up his fifth professional win when he submitted Matt Coble with an arm bar. (second-right) Sean Gee had his hands full with a quick and feisty Jose Hernandez. (third-right) CageSport lightweight champion Julian Rosa fends off Justin Harrington with a straight kick. (bottom) Justin Hugo suplexes Jake Blaski.

With 18 games now under their belts, the Tacoma Rainiers season is finally starting to take shape. After a rough start on the road against Sacramento, the Rainiers caught fire during their first home stand of the year, going 6-1. Back on the road again this week they’ve cooled off, with a pair of two-game losing streaks sandwiched around a three-game winning streak. Starting off the road trip last Tuesday in El Paso, the Rainiers fell to the Chihuahuas 4-3 in the first of a four-game series, snapping a five-game winning streak. In game two of the series, right-hander Chris Heston would toe the mound for Tacoma, facing off against El Paso’s Tyrell Jenkins. Heston performed adequately, allowing three runs over five innings of work, and the Rainier offense was able to put 15 men on base in the first seven innings, but was only able to plate three of them, giving them a 4-3 deficit going into the eighth inning. It all unraveled from there for the ball club, as veteran right-hander Mark Lowe allowed five runs to cross the plate in one inning of work, giving El Paso a 9-4 lead. The Rainiers were able to push across a run in the top of the ninth on an RBI single by Ben Gamel, but it was too little too late, as they dropped their second straight game to El Paso. Lowe, a Major League veteran who was signed to a minor league contract this offseason, has had a rough time so far in his third stint with the Rainiers, posting a 12.00 ERA over six innings. The third game of the series looked like more of the same for Tacoma, as starting pitcher Dillon Overton coughed up five runs over 2.1 innings of work, allowing six hits and two home runs to give El Paso a 5-0 lead. Coming on in relief of Overton, righthander Ryan Weber worked 5.2 innings of scoreless relief, which gave the Tacoma bats the opportunity to mount a comeback - and that’s exactly what they did. Gordon Beckham started things off with a solo homer in the top of the sixth, but it was in the seventh when

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TACOMA’S HOT TICKETS APRIL 27 – MAY 14 THURSDAY, APRIL 27 – FASTPITCH Lincoln vs. Stadium Peck Fields – 3:30 p.m.

EIGHTH-INNING HOMER LIFTS LOGGERS OVER LUTES Matt Shelhamer delivered a two-run home run in the bottom of the eighth inning to give the Puget Sound baseball team a 4-2 non-conference win over Pacific Lutheran on Logger Field Monday, April 24. The game started at Cheney Stadium on Tuesday, April 4, but was suspended with the score tied, 2-2, in the middle of the fifth inning. Puget Sound (12-23) got on the board when Alex Wojtysiak and Ryan Darrow both hit solo home runs at the home of the Tacoma Rainiers. Twenty days later, Merle Rowan-Kennedy took the mound and shut down the Lutes (22-13). The junior allowed just two hits through 3.2 scoreless innings and added four strikeouts to record his fourth win of the season. Eric Crispell struck out the only batter he faced for his third save of the year. Wojtysiak led off the eighth inning by reaching base on an error when he hit a grounder to third base, but the throw across the diamond pulled the first baseman off the bag. Shelhamer promptly followed by launching his second home run of the season over the left-field fence. The Loggers close out the 2017 season during senior weekend, with a three-game non-conference home series against Whitworth, starting Saturday, April 29, at 12 p.m.

PLU FASTPITCH FALLS SHORT IN NWC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME The third-seeded Pacific Lutheran University softball team came within a run of claiming the Northwest Conference Tournament Championship on Sunday, April 23, at Diana Marks Field. The Lutes downed the 24th-ranked Pirates 13-2 in a mercy rule shortened opening game to force a decisive final game of the tournament before falling 3-2 in the final game of the championship round. While the Lutes’ season came to an end, they proved their worth throughout the year with a strong regular season and even stronger performances in the postseason. The Lutes (23-16) knew they needed to build momentum early in their first game if they wanted to extend their afternoon and their season, and they couldn’t have come up with a better start. Nichole Schroeder and Gracen Malich began the second inning with two hits, planting the seed for a strong inning that saw three runs come home. The 24th-ranked Pirates (35-9) responded with two runs in the third, but the Lutes countered with 10 runs across the next three innings. The two biggest plays of the game came from Anna Overland and Corina Jones, who drove in five runs collectively on two doubles in the fourth and fifth inning. After taking a 13-2 lead, the Lutes held the Pirates scoreless in the sixth to claim victory via mercy rule. PLU cranked out 15 hits in game one with Overland finished two-for-four with four RBIs. Elli Rassbach tallied the win, throwing five innings and striking out two. But the Lutes still had one more game that they needed to win to secure the title at the double-elimination tournament. After giving up a run in the second, the Lutes responded with Schroeder, who sent Kathryn Hatlen home on a fielder’s choice in the top of the fourth. The Pirates made the biggest plays of the game in the bottom of the inning, though, as a single and a fielder’s choice gave the Pirates a two-run lead. The Lutes pulled within a run after Emily McConnell drove in a run on a single in the fifth inning, but left two runners on base to end the inning. The Lutes had another big chance to tie the game in the seventh, but ultimately fell short after a line drive to first base was caught, ending the game in a 3-2 Pirate victory. McConnell powered the Lutes at the plate in game two, collecting three of the Lutes’ six hits. “We had a great day all around, and I am very proud of this team both today and all year,” head coach Brandi Gordon Bennett said. “Elli pitched her heart out and put us in a position to win both games today in a very gutsy performance. We had an explosive day at the plate in game one, and the team fought hard all the way to the end.” Despite coming in with limited playoff experience, the Lutes seemed poised to make history throughout the tournament. While the season has come to a close, the Lutes are holding their heads high as they return home after playing the most complete games of their careers. “What made me the proudest is in an atmosphere of high pressure they stayed calm and played like they’d been there before,” Gordon Bennett said. “This was a special group and I’m blessed to have had the opportunity to have this group as my first year as a head coach.” LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY HIRES BECKE ROGERS AS HEAD CHEER COACH Life Christian Academy recently announced the re-appointment of Becke Rogers as head cheer coach. Bringing 23 years of middle and high school coaching

experience to the job, Rogers previously held the Eagles’ head cheer coach position from 2003 to 2010, during which time the squad claimed first or second in its division at the state tournament every year. In 2016, Rogers was inducted into the LCA Alumni Hall of Fame with the 2006-07 cheer squad for winning the first-ever cheer state banner in LCA history. After taking time off to grieve the death of a close friend, Rogers returned to coaching LCA middle school cheer in 2014-15, assisted with competition coordination in 2015-16, and was the assistant varsity coach for 2016-17. “I am looking forward to working with our young people to encourage athletes and other students on and off their playing fields, courts, and courses,” said Rogers. “I am thrilled for this opportunity to grow our cheerleaders in their skills as athletes, ambassadors, and student leaders.” Life Christian Academy’s competitive cheer program has long held a reputation for excellence. The Eagle squad has consistently competed in the state tournament, winning the state championship in 2007, 2011, and 2015. In addition to coaching cheer at Life Christian Academy, Rogers teaches advanced placement literature and composition, British literature, college writing, personal finance, and outreach. Rogers also coordinates the annual outreach trip taken by each senior class to Ensenada, Mexico. “LCA has been pivotal in the lives of my family,” said Rogers, whose two sons attend and have graduated from Life Christian Academy, respectively. Rogers holds an MS in Education from Walden University and earned her professional certification at Pacific Lutheran University.

THURSDAY, APRIL 27 – SOCCER Stadium vs. Mt. Tahoma Mt. Tahoma Stadium – 6:30 p.m. THURSDAY, APRIL 27 – BASEBALL Sacramento vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium – 7:05 p.m. THURSDAY, APRIL 27 – SOCCER Bethel vs. Wilson Stadium Bowl – 7:15 p.m. FRIDAY, APRIL 28 – BASEBALL Stadium vs. Lincoln Heidelberg Field – 4 p.m. FRIDAY, APRIL 28 – FASTPITCH Franklin Pierce vs. Mt. Tahoma Mt. Tahoma HS – 4 p.m. FRIDAY, APRIL 28 – SOCCER Sumner vs. Bellarmine Bellarmine HS – 4 p.m. FRIDAY, APRIL 28 – BASEBALL Sacramento vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium – 7:05 p.m. FRIDAY, APRIL 28 – SOCCER Emerald Ridge vs. Curtis Curtis Viking Stadium – 7:30 p.m. SATURDAY, APRIL 29 – FASTPITCH Lincoln vs. Foss UW Softball Stadium – 5 p.m.

SOUNDERS WOMEN ADD SEVEN STARS TO TALENTED ROSTER The Sounders Women have loaded up on talent as they prepare for the 2017 WPSL season. Head coach Kim Calkins has searched far and wide to bring in a stellar group with returning Sounders Women players, new players chasing the highest level, and local players plying their trade regionally and nationally in the United States. The 2016 WPSL Northwest Division champions, the Sounders Women will look to defend their title in 2017 and work past the west regional. Madison Schultz, star forward from the University of North Carolina and local soccer star, signs on again for another season with the Sounders Women. Schultz, a veteran of the United States youth national teams, Northwest Nationals, Crossfire, Washington EPD, and EdmondsWoodway High School soccer programs will look to score goals again this summer for the Sounders Women. Returning for the Sounders Women is University of Washington defender, Dominique Bond-Flasza. The junior stalwart started all 20 matches for the Dawgs in 2016. “I am looking forward to improving as a player individually. I really enjoyed the combination of high intensity and fun the Sounders Women practices incorporated. Sounders always manages to bring in the top-level players from other schools, which fosters an environment for players to excel,” explained Bond-Flasza. Kaycie Tillman played the 2016 summer for the Sounders Women and will return to terrorize defenses in the WPSL Northwest Division. The 2016 NSCAA Southwest Region First Team selection scored three goals and registered five assists for the Gators this fall while starting 21 of 22 games. Kate Bennett, a midfield veteran from the University of Washington and the Seattle Reign, returns for the 2017 season. The leadership Bennett brings to the Sounders Women will be invaluable for another run into the playoffs for Calkins’ team. “I am looking forward to meeting new people and playing some quality soccer. I really enjoyed playing with the Sounders last season and I am hoping to continue the success we had last year and make it far in the playoffs,” said Bennett. Shi’nia Gordon, an All-Big 12 Freshman Team selection in 2015 from West Virginia who continued her dominance in 2016, joins the Sounders Women for the campaign. Gordon scored five goals and added three assists in 2015 then followed that year up with seven goals and three assists in 2016. Coming across the state to compete this summer is Kaitlyn Johnson, a forward from Washington State University. Johnson finished her collegiate career as an All-Pac 12 Second Team selection with three goals and six assists. Johnson set a WSU record with four assists in a 5-0 win against North Dakota State this year. Rounding out the initial group of signings is local standout Sam Hiatt. The Seattle Prep star is currently part of the United States U23 national team pool. For nearly 20 years, the Sounders Women have helped produce players in the professional leagues and the national team programs. The 2017 season looks to mirror the past with a talent laden squad. The ladies in green kick off the 2017 season against Vancouver NSGSC in Vancouver, Canada on Saturday, May 27, returning for the home opener on Friday, June 2, against the Issaquah Gunners. The complete schedule and tickets are available a www.sounderswomen.com.

SATURDAY, APRIL 29 – BASEBALL Sacramento vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium – 5:05 p.m. SUNDAY, APRIL 30 – BASEBALL Sacramento vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium – 1:35 p.m. MONDAY, MAY 1 – BASEBALL Sacramento vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium – 6:05 p.m. MONDAY, MAY 1 – SOCCER Mt. Tahoma vs. Lincoln Lincoln Bowl – 7 p.m. MONDAY, MAY 1 – SOCCER Wilson vs. Stadium Stadium Bowl – 7:15 p.m. WEDNESDAY, MAY 3 – SOCCER Spanaway Lake vs. Mt. Tahoma Mt. Tahoma Stadium – 6:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY, MAY 3 – SOCCER Lincoln vs. Wilson Stadium Bowl – 7:15 p.m. SATURDAY, MAY 6 – BASEBALL New Orleans vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium – 5:05 p.m. SUNDAY, MAY 7 – BASEBALL New Orleans vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium – 1:35 p.m. MONDAY, MAY 8 – BASEBALL New Orleans vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium – 6:05 p.m. TUESDAY, MAY 9 – BASEBALL New Orleans vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium – 6:05 p.m. THURSDAY, MAY 11 – BASEBALL Round Rock vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium – 7:05 p.m. FRIDAY, MAY 12 – BASEBALL Round Rock vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium – 7:05 p.m. SATURDAY, MAY 13 – BASEBALL Round Rock vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium – 5:05 p.m. SUNDAY, MAY 14 – BASEBALL Round Rock vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium – 1:35 p.m.

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things really got interesting. Tuffy Gosewisch got the inning rolling with a one-out double off the base of the right field wall on a 2-2 fastball from Chihuahua reliever Carlos Fisher. Zach Shank followed up with a walk to put two men on for Gordon Beckham, who hit a pop-up to center field that somehow found grass between center fielder Franchy Cordero, second baseman Carlos Asuaje and shortstop Dusty Coleman, falling in for a single. That loaded the bases for slugger Daniel Vogelbach, who belted a majestic grand slam to right field, tying the game at five runs each. Though the Rainiers were able to advance a runner to third in each of the eighth and ninth innings, neither team was able to scratch a run across, sending the game to extra innings. In the top of the 10th inning, the Rainiers were able to take a 6-5 lead on back-to-back doubles by Boog Powell and Gosewisch (the latter’s second of the night). The combination of Jean Machi and Dean Kiekhefer worked the bottom of the inning, striking out the side to close out the come-from-behind victory. Carrying the momentum from the night before, the Rainier offense was able to post crooked numbers in the first, fourth, and ninth innings on Friday, scoring two, five and three runs, respectively, en route to 11 runs in the contest, headlined by a fourth inning grand slam by Zach Shank, who had pinch-hit for Beckham. Though the struggles by the pitching staff continued, allowing eight runs, the offense was

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mission, but was turned away by Monteith. Finally, Hardenbrook got his meat hooks in just the right spot and as he was being taken down, twisted just right and suddenly had Monteith in a guillotine choke hold. A quick tap and it was over for the newcomer. Up next was an action-packed bout between Jose Hernandez (2-1) and Sean Gee at 138 pounds. Gee had a measured approach, while Hernandez was getting in shots from his fists and his feet. However, it didn’t look like Gee was sustaining much, if any, damage. Hernandez wouldn’t quit and he was just fast enough to stay away from some of the big bombs that Gee was sending his way. Up to that point, their second round was the best of the night as the two

able to outrun El Paso for an 11-8 victory, splitting the series two games to two with the Chihuahuas. Like the two immediately preceding it, Saturday’s game against the Albuquerque Isotopes was highlighted by a big inning from the Rainier offense. In this case, that was the four-run first inning. Unlike the big innings from the previous two nights, this one didn’t include a single extra-base hit, instead featuring a string of three walks and three singles to plate four. Christian Bergman pitched admirably for the Rainiers, firing 6.1 innings of two-run ball en route to his second consecutive quality start, earning his third victory in as many outings in his Tacoma career. Though starting pitcher Sam Gaviglio pitched a solid game in the second game of the series against Albuquerque, allowing three runs over 6.1 innings, he was saddled with the loss after the big inning that had saved the Rainiers the three previous games failed to come, with Albuquerque righthander Zach Jemiola firing seven innings of two-run ball and the Isotope bullpen slamming the door with two scoreless innings to hand the Rainiers a 3-2 loss. With the loss, Gaviglio fell to 0-3 on the season despite a solid 3.66 ERA. The Rainiers recent pitching struggles came to a head in the third game against Albuquerque, as starter Rafael Pineda allowed five runs while recording only two outs, and the bullpen combined to allow seven more over 8.1 innings. The offense was able to put up eight runs of its own, highlighted by Tyler O’Neill’s 3-5 performance with two runs, two RBI, and a solo home run, it wasn’t enough to overcome the beating the Isotope lineup handed the Rainier pitching staff. The Rainiers were unfortunately denied their opportunity to even the series at two games when Tuesday’s game was

fighters let it all hang loose. Gee would take a majority decision in the end and the crowd was hyped at this point in the evening. This fifth bout of the night would pit Matt “Livewire” Coble (11-6) against Jacob Ikaika Martin in a 156-pound match. Between Coble’s submission attempts and Martin’s elbows, the bout was strong from the start. Things got sketchy in the second round when it appeared that Coble took a Martin elbow to the base of the skull or the neck. The referee momentarily stopped the fight as the ringside doctor stepped inside the ring to get a good look at Coble. After several minutes, a thumbs up was given by the doctor and the fight was back on. The blow to the head or neck had a big impact on Coble, as he appeared to be spent upon the restart. Martin would end the fight with an arm bar, and Coble wouldn’t leave the ring until he had spent some time with his head in a bucket, attempting to recuperate.

postponed due to rain. It will be replayed on Tuesday, July 18 in Albuquerque. Though they ended the road trip 3-4 and dropped their season record to 10-8, the Rainiers currently sit at the top of the Pacific Coast League Northern Division, of which they are the defending champions. They’ll return to Tacoma on Thursday, April 27, for a five-game series against the Sacramento RiverCats that will continue through Monday, after which they will head to Las Vegas for a four-game set against the 51s, before returning to Tacoma once again for an eight-game home stand beginning on Saturday, May 6. Up with the big club: Injuries have struck the Mariners once again: just as all-star shortstop Jean Segura made his way back from a hamstring injury, the Mariners lost rookie sensation Mitch Haniger to an oblique injury and Felix Hernandez to a case of dead arm. Haniger is expected to miss 4-6 weeks, while Hernandez’s status remains undetermined. After back-to-back series wins against the Rangers and Marlins, the Mariners have struggled of late, dropping three out of four to the Athletics and allowing a whopping 19 runs to the Tigers on Tuesday. Vogelbach, who began the week with Tacoma, was called up on Sunday and went 1-5 with his first Major League RBI. He’s expected to remain with the big club in a platoon role for the foreseeable future. Elsewhere on the farm: Braden Bishop, center-fielder for the Class-A Advanced Modesto Nuts, has had a scorching start to the season, hitting .351 with nine RBI over 77 at bats. On the rubber, Nick Neidert’s excellence continued for Modesto, as he now holds a 3.20 ERA over 19.2 innings. In Double-A, Arkansas Traveler hurlers Andrew Moore and Max Povse have continued to dominate, combining for a 1.64 ERA over 49.1 innings with 45 strikeouts to only 12 walks.

The sixth bout was another actionpacked effort from Jacob Romero making his pro debut and Joey Elzea (2-0) in a 126pound affair. Romero was active from the start and fed Elzea several shots to the face that would later turn bloody by the end of the match. Elzea was constantly looking to get some sort of submission lock on Romero, but his opponent was too slippery. The fight ended with Elzea delivering several elbows and punches and the judges rewarded him with a unanimous decision victory. It was nearly time for the main event and the crowd was more than ready. Fay Bursell (1-1) would be facing Dominique Smith, who was making his pro debut at 171 pounds. It wouldn’t end well for the newcomer. While Smith got in some strong shots early, it wouldn’t last. Despite bleeding from under his right eye, Bursell would send Smith crashing to the mat from one devastating right hand that caught his oppo-

nent right on the sweet spot and ended the fight. It was a fitting end to the undercard. It was incredibly loud in the EQC Showroom as Erosa and Harrington made their way to the cage. It appeared that both fighters had sizeable fan contingents in the room and they were ready for a title fight. The five-round bout was not destined to go the distance. Both fighters got in some licks early on, with Harrington stalking Erosa around the ring. Suddenly, a stinging left fist stunned and staggered Harrington and Erosa was on the attack. Harrington did his best to recover, but it was apparent that he had truly felt the effects of Erosa’s blast. After a series of knees and punches, Erosa landed a right hand that sent Harrington to the mat and the match was over. CageSport will return to the Emerald Queen for its 46th edition on Saturday, July 15. Battle at the Boat also returns to the EQC on Saturday, June 3.

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Local Restaurants BILLY B’S PUB AND GRUB DEFINES WHAT A NEIGHBORHOOD BAR SHOULD BE By Jackie Fender jackie@tacomaweekly.com

The best sorts of hidden gems are the neighborhood bars. The classic “everyone knows your name” dynamic with ice-cold brews and hearty bites waiting for you as you ante up to the rail. Sometimes you need a destination where you can throw on your favorite T-shirt and jeans and enjoy the company of your friends and neighbors. Tacoma’s own Billy B’s Pub and Grub is among such bars that define the epitome of the neighborhood bar moniker. Even on a weeknight the bar is hopping. The evening’s soundtrack is provided by a jukebox. Classic rock power ballads followed by Eddie Murphy’s “My Girl Wants to Party All the Time” segues to Prince (or maybe it was the Artist Formerly Known as Prince). A few folks circle around the pool table, sticks in hand, concocting their strategy. In the corner a group laughs raucously while playing a game of darts. The space is intimate with a rail seating less than 10 and several tall tables throughout lined with bar stools. Billy B’s features beers on tap with a selection of tall boys and bottled brews in addition to some of the hard stuff. Fireball, Crown and Jagermeister

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Fry Friday and Steak Dinner Saturday follow suit. Every Thursday carnivores can dig into a prime rib dinner with all the fixins and early birds can enjoy breakfast on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Bonus: Billy B’s even has an upstairs space that can be reserved for special occasions. They can accommodate gatherings from fantasy football gangs to catered festivities like birthday or retirement parties. Happy hour is from 2-6 p.m. every day with a menu that features discounts on brews and well drinks. Plus, a special happy hour grub menu featuring sliders, poutine fries, artichoke dip and fish tacos among other nibbles. The perks of going into a place where everyone knows your name is even new faces get that warm welcome. You can mingle or people watch, play pool or darts and engage in conversation that boasts vast and diverse content. Punk rock, house parties, real estate and sports were all topics of conversation I engaged in at some point during my most recent visit. Maybe the next time you find yourself cruising down South 56th Street, you ought to make a pit stop when you spy the Billy B’s sign. 1213 S. 56th St, Tacoma, (253) 314.-5260. Open Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 a.m., Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 a.m.

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Tacoma’ s Tour of Historic Homes coming May 6th and 7th

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HOME TOUR. This year Tacoma Historical Society will focus on Proctor. By Ernest A. Jasmin ejasmin@tacomaweekly.com

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acoma Historical Society will host its 23rd annual Tour of Historic Homes from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 6 and 1 to 5 p.m. May 7; and the self-guided tour – the non-profit group’s largest fundraiser – will focus on homes in the city’s Proctor District. “The easiest thing to do is to find houses in any given neighborhood so people can walk from house to house,” said Tacoma Historical Society’s Marie Hayden, the event’s chairwoman. “That’s why we have so many in the Stadium District. That saved a lot of traffic, and people liked it. So we did the same thing this year. We picked houses from the Proctor and Stevens districts. They can park at either Sherman (Elementary) School or a side street and just walk from house to house.” Tickets are $25, and they are available in advance at Pacific Northwest Shop, Stadium Thriftway, and at Tacoma Historical Museum, which is located at 919 Pacific Ave. They can also be purchased online at www.brownpapertickets.com. Here are truncated descriptions of this year’s homes provided by Tacoma Historical Society. Addresses have been removed to protect homeowners’ privacy: Balabanoff House The two-story Victorian house of approximately 3,450 square feet was built in 1893 for Dr. Ivan P. and Dr. Margaret Carsley Balabanoff at a cost of $3,300. The architect and builder are not known. Ivan and his brother, Christo, set up a joint ear, eye, nose, and throat practice. Margaret established herself as a general practitioner, using Dr. Carsley as her professional name, and did pro-bono work among the poor. She was the first chair of the Washington State Red Cross and the first woman chair of the local chapter. After the Balabanoff home was sold in 1929, it saw a number of owners, none of whom stayed more than a few years. The home was purchased in 1971 by long-time owners who have, over the years, undertaken extensive restoration. The home retains its original front door, and the entry has its original front door and stairway. The carved camphorwood Chinese chest in the entry is an heirloom from the 19th century. Berry House Berry & Spaulding built this 4,612-square-foot American four-square home in 1906 for co-owner John W. Berry and his wife, Lillian. Born in 1857 in Illi-

nois, Berry became a miller in his early 20s and the owner of a mill when he was just 26. Berry later served two terms on the Tacoma City Council. The home has seen a number of changes over the years. It was repaired after a fire in 1940, remodeled in 1950, and remodeled again from 2000 to 2001. The current owners purchased the home in 2013. To the right of the spacious entry is a parlor with French doors and a bay window. The modern kitchen has a large L-shaped island and tablet tile backsplash. A butler’s pantry connects the kitchen and dining room, which has an open-beam ceiling, a large display cabinet, and bay window. The living room has an angled fireplace with a marble hearth and formal mantel. The second floor retains its original fir floor, original hardware on the doors, and the original linen closet. Two of the original bedrooms are now used as offices. There are grand views of Puget Sound from the second floor. Bethany Presbyterian Church Bethany Presbyterian Church began in February 1892 when a committee organized by First Presbyterian Church launched a Sunday school at the home of Robert and Ellen Tripple of 3933 North Stevens Street. The committee consisted of First Presbyterian pastor Rev. J. M. Patterson, E. I. Salmson, and Fitch B. Tracy. Tracy took the lead, apparently, for the effort was subsequently known as the Tracy mission. Sunday school was conducted at the Tripple home for about a year, when a small chapel, called the Tracy Chapel, was built on lots just south of the present church. Bethany Presbyterian Church was organized in October 1904, and Rev. Oliver T. Mather, of Dryden, New York, was called as the first pastor. Rev. Mather soon increased the congregation from 18 to 81 members and launched a successful building campaign. In 1906, at a cost of $4,000, Tracy Chapel was moved to the site of the present church and expanded to include classrooms, a kitchen, and a banquet room. This church served the congregation until Nov. 3, 1923, when an extensive fire that began in the basement damaged the building beyond repair. Less than two weeks later, the con-

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gregation unanimously voted to build a new, larger church on the same site. Cushman House In 1912, celebrated Tacoma architects Frederick Heath and George Gove designed this three-story colonial-style home for Judge Edward E. and Alice Cushman. The contractor was C. H. Hallen. Built at a cost of $12,000, the two-and-a half-story home had about 4,872 square feet and three porches overlooking the bay. The top floor was a billiard room, one of many of the home’s interesting features. The billiard room took full advantage of the site, the high point of the building, and directly overlooked sweeping views of the water. Judge Cushman was appointed United States district judge for Western Washington in 1912 and served with distinction until he retired in 1939. He died in 1944. His wife Alice continued to live in the home until her death in 1950. Gray House In 1908, Albert and Elizabeth Gray built his two-story Colonial home of about 4,200 square feet, including its spacious attic, at a cost of $9,000. Designed by Harry Bingham Spear and constructed by Charles A. Bartz, the home was patterned after the home of the poet Longfellow in Cambridge, Mass. Albert Gray, professor of voice at Whitworth College, was a graduate of Harvard and the University of Paris. The Grays left Tacoma when Whitworth College relocated to Spokane in 1913. The grand entry has leaded glass in the arch above the entry door. The living room features a large fireplace and built-in bookcases at one end. Originally used as a music practice and performance room, the living room runs the full length of the home. Both the living and dining room are furnished with mid-to-late 19th century European antiques from Franch, Belgium, Germany, and Italy. The second floor features a wide hall, fir floors, a study, and a large master bedroom and bath. Note particularly the Belgian tapestry and a Belgian “obituary painting” from 1861. The third floor has a family room with fireplace, a bedroom, and a large bath.

Knoble House In 1892, architect Ambrose J. Russell and Tacoma booster and real estate developer Allen C. Mason collaborated to build 10 homes in Tacoma’s North End. Mason had Cottage Home Building Company build this 3,895-square-foot late-Victorian home for Edward and Mary (Berry) Knoble for a cost of $3,000. Russell – newly arrived from the East Coast and the manager of the architectural department of Cottage Home Building Company - contributed to the design. The entry features a corner fireplace with tile surround and an elegant hand-carved oak mantel. The living room has a similar corner fireplace with tablet tiles and hand-carved mantel as well as a bay window. The silver chandelier and sconces are original. A large, solid-brass floor register is between the entry and living room. The dining room has a stained-glass window, as does the entry. The dining room and living rooms have ceiling medallions and ornamental crown moldings that were hand-gilded by Cindy Miller. Outouse House The first owners of this Dutch Colonial Revival home of 4,244 square feet, built in 1933, were Arthur and Beatrice Outouse. The architect and builder are unknown. Arthur Outouse was president of Stokes Candy in the early 1930s. In the mid-1930s he became involved in auto sales and real estate. After Mr. Outouse’s death in 1939, Thor C. and Eva Tollefson purchased the home. Thor Tollefson served as Pierce County prosecutor from 1939 through 1946, and was elected in November 1946 to the U.S. Congress. He served for 18 years, losing his bid for re-election in 1964. During his time in Congress, Eva Tollefson wrote articles about the political scene for the Tacoma News Tribune. Both Thor and Eva were graduates of Lincoln High School – and high school sweethearts. After leaving Congress, Thor was appointed the state director of fisheries and was serving in that capacity when U.S. Judge George H. Boldt issued his 1974 “Boldt decision” on tribal fishing rights. Tollefson Plaza in downtown Tacoma is named in honor of Thor’s brother Harold, who served three terms as mayor of Tacoma.

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sakes from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. King’s Books will also be celebrating Independent Bookstore Day that day. Visit www.kingsbookstore.com to learn more.

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You can now “Netflix and chill” downtown. No, not like that; and get your mind out of the gutter. Netflix and Chill is the name of a new, weekly movie night at Pacific Brewing & Malting Co., 610 Pacific Ave. At 9 p.m. on Tuesday, May 2, the venue will screen classic, ‘80s horror/comedy flick “Gremlins.” Admission is free, and the event is open to all ages; www.pacificbrewingandmalting.com.

TWO BEER BATTLE The next round of Tournament of Beer: Washing State IPAs Championship will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, April

29, at Peaks and Pints, 3816 N. 26th St. Patterned after the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament, the Tournament of Beer has been whittling down the best of 64 IPAs from around the state based on a public vote. Learn more about competitors online at www.tournamentofbeer.com.

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King’s Bookstore – located at 218 St. Helens Ave. - will host the 13th annual Tacoma Wayzgoose Letterpress and Book Extravaganza on Saturday and Sunday, April 29 and 30, showcasing the best of community letter press and book arts. Participants can meet local printers, buy their wares and even print their own keep-

Good Karma Center for Joy – located at 711 St. Helens Ave. - will host its weekly meditation session at 6:45 p.m. Tuesday, May 2. The gathering, organized by Seattle Shambhala Meditation Center, will begin with instruction for first-time visitors followed by an hour of sitting and walking meditation practice at 7 p.m. There will be social time with tea and cookies afterward. Organizers are requesting a $10 donation to help pay for space rental and other materials. Learn more at seattle.shambhala.org/ tacoma.

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NEW TAM EXHIBIT EXAMINES PRINTMAKING BY MEMBERS OF Culture Corner A GUIDE TO CULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS OF TACOMA NORTHWEST COAST TRIBES Goings on this Week in Tacoma: By Dave R. Davison

“Mrs. Smith goes to Washington” April 27, 7:30 p.m. Tacoma Little Theatre, 210 N I St, Tacoma

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Tacoma Art Museum just unveiled a new show featuring prints made by artists who are part of the lineage of the Native American and First Nations peoples that have, from time immemorial, populated the Northwest coast of North America. Entitled “Cultural imPRINT: Northwest Coast Prints,” the exhibit features more than 40 prints (mostly screen-prints) made by artists from a diversity of Northwest, British Columbian and Alaskan tribes. As inheritors of a cultural milieu made up of varied, but related, societies (located along a 2,000-mile stretch that runs from the Alaskan panhandle through coastal British Columbia and down the coast of Washington), this group of artists draws upon pictorial traditions that their forebears used to enliven blankets, baskets, hats, boxes, masks, canoes, paddles and dwellings. The contemporary Northwest Native artists featured in the exhibit demonstrate that the visual language of their ancestors can be adapted to new artistic media (printmaking in this case). They are able to preserve a sense of cultural identity while at the same time addressing contemporary concerns. The unique visual traditions of the Native people of this region is featured as a living and dynamic mode of artistic expression. The artists in this show are makers of work that speaks to its contemporary audience. They are not making copies of museum artifacts or decorating souvenirs for collectors of “Indian art.” Northwest Native artists are not the inheritors of a stagnant tradition. Brilliantly, they are able to maintain valuable parts of their culture and carry it with them through the present and into the future. Many of the prints contain references to Northwest Native stories and characters. The Raven with the solar disk, for example, is featured in several works that treat the subject of Raven as the bringer of light. Other works, however, are more conceptual and personal in nature. John Brent Bennett (Haida), for example, offers a couple of lithograph prints in which grainy landscapes are overlaid with patterns like the fish scale pattern adapted from the traditional artistic toolbox of shapes. Marika Swan (Nuu-chah-nulth, Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation) combines traditional modes of depicting water, a face and a whale to form a narrative scene called “Becoming Worthy.” Our local dynamo Shaun Peterson of the Puyallup Tribe (the man behind the tall “Welcoming Figure” that stands across Pacific Avenue from the museum) is represented in the show by a limited edition digital print called “Daybreak,” a lunar orb with a face that is done in very subtle gradations of blue tones. The exhibit’s curators, India Young and Faith Brower, point out that many of the art-

Tacoma Little Theatre presents Mrs. Smith Goes to Washington by Linda Britt. This production will be directed by Ellen Peters and stars Kathi Aleman. Mrs. Smith Goes to Washington tells the story of scrappy and smart Maine politician Margaret Chase Smith, who served as a role model for women aspiring to national politics. As the first woman to win election to both the U.S. House and the U.S. Senate, Smith cultivated a career as an independent and courageous legislator. A Republican, Senator Smith bravely denounced McCarthyism at a time when others feared speaking out would ruin their careers (http://history.house.gov/People/Detail/21866). This short play will be followed by a panel discussion with State Senator Jeannie Darneille, Tacoma City Councilmember Lauren Walker Lee, Playwright Linda Britt, and University of Puget Sound Associate Professor of Politics and Government Robin Jacobson. They will address questions related to speaking truth to power, the role of women in politics, and the historical impact of the McCarthy era. Tickets for the April 27, 2017 performance at 7:30pm are $10.00 for non TLT Members, and FREE for those who are members. Tickets may be purchased online at www.tacomalittletheatre.com, or by calling our Box Office at (253) 272-2281.

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“Just About,” 2014, screen-print by Ben Davidson, Haida First Nation.

ists use the print medium as a way to explore designs that go on to become part of the urban landscape. Susan Point (Musqueam First Nation) has had some of her designs cast into manhole covers and printed onto bus stops in Vancouver, B.C. Young notes that placement of Native designs in the contemporary urban environment is a way that Native artists are able to maintain a claim of cultural territory in the regions where these tribes have existed for countless generations. The prints in the show date from the early 1970s right up to the present. There are screenprints, lithographs, embossed prints, woodcut prints, engravings and digital prints demonstrating a diversity of styles. A number of the artists in the show are related to one another. New artistic traditions are being passed to a new generation. The Haida First Nation artist Robert Davidson and his son Ben Davidson both have work in the show. The previously mentioned Swan is the daughter of Joe David, a member of the earlier generation of First Nation artists who embraced printmaking. This is a colorful, lively and educational exhibit that is scheduled to run through the annual “In the Sprit” Native community festival in August. For further information visit tacomaartmuseum.org.

New Muses Theatre: Henrik Ibsen’s ‘Peer Gynt’ April 27 through May 21. Thursday thru Saturday at 8 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m. Dukesbay Theater, 508 6th Ave #10, Tacoma New Muses is pleased to present a new production of Henrik Ibsen’s epic adventure “Peer Gynt.” Based on classic Norwegian folk tales, Ibsen’s sprawling masterpiece is the story of a man struggling to find purpose in his life as he journeys the world from the wilds of Norway to the deserts of Egypt and home again. “Peer Gynt” is presented in two parts, similar to “Angels in America” or “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.” While enjoyable on their own, the two parts are intended to be seen in order on two separate evenings or, on select dates, in the same day (matinee and evening). In “Part One: Youth” the story follows a young man, Peer, as he creates mischief and mayhem in the villages and fjords around his home. After kidnapping the bride from a local wedding, he runs away into the mountains to find adventure with trolls, reindeer, and mysterious forces. “Youth” is the story of a young man finding the courage to go out and see the world. It is a love story, an adventure, and most of all a journey of discovery. Twenty years later, in “Part Two: Revenant,” Peer has grown into a successful businessman, until his fortune disappears and he finds himself stranded in the deserts of Africa. He travels the sands meeting thieves, madmen, gorillas, and the Sphinx until finally, years later, he embarks on a long voyage home. Back in Norway, Peer meets a world that has changed and moved on without him. As he reaches the end of his own journey he is faced with the legacy of his life, and left to wonder if it was enough. “Revenant” ranges from a madcap farce to a melancholy tale of later life. Info: www.newmuses.com.

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS: KENDRICK LAMAR • Vans Warped Tour featuring GWAR, Hawthorne Heights, CKY and more: 11 a.m. June 16, CenturyLink Field, Seattle, $43 to $88.

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• Ced ric th e Entertainer: 7:30 and 10:30 p.m. June 23 and 24, Tacoma Comedy Club, $45 to $65; www. tacomacomedyclub.com.

• Jason Aldean with Kane Brown: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 24, Washington State Fair, Puyallup, $100 to $150; www.thefair.com.

• Roger Waters “Us + Themâ€?: 8 p.m. June 24, Tacoma Dome, $55 to $199.50.

Hip-hop maverick Kendrick Lamar recently dropped “Damn,â€? among the most heavily anticipated albums of 2017; and Monday he announced dates for his forthcoming tour, which includes an Aug. 1 stop at the Tacoma Dome. Travis Scott and D.R.A.M. will provide support with a 7:30 p.m. start time. Tickets will go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. on Friday, April 28, with prices ranging from $35 to $96. Visit www.ticketmaster.com for more info on that and these other upcoming shows, except for where otherwise noted. • Dub Fest featuring The Burgeoning, the Rej3ctz and more: 5:30 p.m. May 12, Gillenwater Plaza at University of Washington-Tacoma, $5 to $8; www. uwttickets.com. • Northwest Sinfonietta presents Mozart’s “Requiemâ€?: 7:30 p.m. May 20, Rialto Theater, $20 to $50; www.broadwaycenter.org. • Life in Color with RL Grime, 3LAU and What So Not: 8 p.m. May 20, Tacoma Dome, $54 to $89. • Randy Bachman: 8:30 p.m. May 20, Emerald Queen Casino, $30 to $85. • Soul 2 Soul Tour with Tim McGraw and Faith Hill: 7:30 p.m. May 27, Tacoma Dome, $66.50 to $116.50. • Brad Paisley with Dustin Lynch, Chase Bryant and Lindsay Ell: 7 p.m. June 3, White River Ampitheatre, Auburn, $33 to $44.75. • Joan Osbourne “The Songs of Bob Dylanâ€?: 7:30 p.m. June 3, Rialto Theater, $39 to $59; www. broadwaycenter.org. • Christopher Titus: 7:30 p.m. June 15 to 17, 10:30 p.m. June 16 and 17, Tacoma Comedy Club, $22.50 to $37.50.

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• KISW-FM (99.9) presents “Pain in the Grassâ€? featuring Korn, Stone Sour and more: 1:40 p.m. June 24, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn, $29 to $245; www.livenation.com.

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• Hank Williams, Jr.: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 16, Washington State Fair, Puyallup, $45 to $70; www.thefair.com.

Tacoma Opera will celebrate the opening of its 49th season this weekend with a production of Jacques Offenbach’s “La PĂŠricholeâ€? at Broadway Center’s Rialto Theater. Offenbach wrote this three-act opĂŠra bouffe-style work, with its libretto produced by Henri Melhac and Ludovic HalĂŠvy. “La PĂŠricholeâ€? debuted in Paris in 1868 and is one of Offenbach’s more popular operas. The story is set in South America with its titular character based on 18th century Peruvian entertainer Micaela Villegas. She and her lover, Piquillo, are poor street singers who are trying to raise enough money for their marriage license. The plot thickens as PĂŠrichole catches the eye of scheming Peruvian Viceroy Don Andrès de Ribeira, who plots to make her his own. Performances will take place at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 29 and Thursday, May 5, with a matinee performance scheduled for 2 p.m. on May 7. Tickets are available now with prices ranging from $25 to $85; www.broadwaycenter.org. Ernest A. Jasmin, Tacoma Weekly

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FRIENDSHIP. (Top photo l to r) Connie (Carol Richmond,) Leona (Sharry O’Hare) and Milie (Shelleigh-Mairi Ferguson.) (Bottom photo l to r) Rachel Ann (Margret Parobek) teaches Millie to meditate. By Dave R. Davison dave@tacomaweekly.com

Judging by the frequent bursts of enthusiastic laughter, the Tacoma Little Theatre’s penultimate show of this season, a comedy called “Exit Laughing,� is an audience hit. The laughs begin early and continue through both acts of this swift play that is directed by Rick Horner. The play is set in the suburban, middle class living room of a divorcee named Connie (Carol Richmond.) Connie is one of a group of four close, female friends, all of whom have lived enough of life to be looking at their youth in the rearview mirror. One of the friends, Mary, has recently passed away, and the body has been cremated. The audience begins its encounter with the three remaining friends as they gather for an evening of remembrances (liberally lubricated by alcohol.) The fun begins when Millie (Shelleigh-Mairi Ferguson) shows up after having broken into the funeral home and stolen (or “borrowed�) Mary’s ashes. The mix of characters includes Leona (Sharry O’Hare,) a former dancer who is now the proprietor of the “Snip and Curl� salon, and Rachel Ann (Margret Parobek,) the college age daughter of Connie. Rachel has been snubbed by love interest

Bobby (John Naden) and is thus filled with a fiery brand of youthful pessimism. As they reminisce, the group discovers that their departed friend Mary, who was always an instigator of insightful realizations within the group, has a few last tricks up her metaphorical sleeves. The mix of characters, played by a fantastic cast, makes the comedy bounce laughingly along its course. O’Hare’s portrayal of the droll, comically cynical Leona is as brilliant as Ferguson’s playing of Millie, Leona’s simple-minded foil. Millie’s brightlyvoiced optimism and ditzy observations are mined for humor throughout the evening. Richmond’s portrayal of Connie, the level-headed hostess and mother, puts that character in the middle of the other two. She swings back and forth between being a respectable householder and a zany schemer. Parobek and Naden bring a youthful charm and energy to the whole tantalizing concoction. “Exit Laughing� is of recent vintage, having been penned by Paul Elliott and first performed in 2013. Elliott wrote it specifically for the community theater circuit. There is, however, talk that it might soon find its way to an Off-Broadway venue. This delightful, if a little predictable, story is

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B SHARP COFFEE: Platinum Soul (soul) 8 p.m., $7, AA EMERALD QUEEN: Gabriel Iglesias (comedy) 8:30 p.m., $45-$110 G. DONNALSON’S: Red and Ruby (jazz, blues) 7:30 p.m., NC, AA JAZZBONES: The Randy Oxford Band (blues, soul, R&B) 8 p.m., $7-$12 KEYS ON MAIN: Dueling pianos, 9 p.m., NC LOUIE G’S: Larry Mitchell with Late September Dogs and George Varghese (hard rock) 8 p.m., $12, AA MARKEE (OLD TOWN): The Loose Ends (acoustic) 7 p.m., NC, AA METRONOME: These Fine Moments with Mike Kachman (acoustic) 7 p.m., NC, AA PANTAGES: Tacoma Concert Band presents “In the Spring� (classical) 7:30 p.m., $18-$36, AA RIALTO: Tacoma Opera presents Jacques Offenbachs “Le Perichole� (classical, opera) 7:30 p.m., $25-$85, AA THE SWISS: ‘80S Invasion (‘80s covers) 9 p.m. TACOMA COMEDY: Steve Trevino (comedy) 8, 10:30 p.m., $16-$22, 18+ early show THEATER ON THE SQUARE: The Broadway Center Conservatory Spring Festival, 1, 5, 7 p.m., $8.50-$56, AA THE VALLEY: Tummler and Solomon, Punish the Scribes, The Luna Moth (rock) 8 p.m.

TACOMA COMEDY: Rodger Lizaola (comedy) 8 p.m., $10-$16, 18+ DAWSON’S: Tim Hall Band (open jam) 8 p.m., NC G. DONNALSON’S: Jazz and blues open mic, 5 p.m., NC, AA JAZZBONES: Tribal Theory (reggae, rock) 7 p.m., $12-$20, AA NEW FRONTIER: Bluegrass jam, 4 p.m., NC THE SPAR: Steve Baily (blues) 7 p.m., NC UPS - SCHNEEBECK HALL: Symphony Tacoma presents “Mini Maestros: Wacky, Wild World of Percussion� (classical, pop) 2:30 p.m., $7-$10, AA THE VALLEY: Rock and Roll Magic (rock) 7 p.m.

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STONEGATE: Leify Green (open mic) 8 p.m., NC DAWSON’S: Linda Myers Band (R&B, blues, jazz) 8 p.m., NC G. DONNALSON’S: James Haye (blues) 7 p.m., NC, AA JAZZBONES: Lyon Pride Music festival auditions (rock) 8 p.m., $5 NEW FRONTIER: Open mic, 8 p.m., NC NORTHERN PACIFIC: Open mic, 7:30 p.m., NC, AA TACOMA COMEDY: Comedy open mic, 8 p.m., NC, 18+ THE VALLEY: Pacific Sunrise Quartet (jazz jam) 7:30 p.m.

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DAWSON’S: Billy Shew Band (open jam) 8 p.m., NC G. DONNALSON’S: Rod Cook (blues) 7 p.m., AA KEYS ON MAIN: Dueling pianos, 9 p.m., NC STONEGATE: Comfort and Call (rock) 8 p.m., NC TACOMA COMEDY: Steve Lemme, Kevin Heffernan (comedy) 8 p.m., $20-$27, 18+ TACOMA ELKS: Casanova (dance) 6:30 p.m., $6-$10

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Coming Events TW PICK: JAZZ LIVE AT MARINE VIEW FEATURING THE DMITRI MATHENY GROUP Sun., May 7, 5 p.m. Marine View Church, 8469 Eastside Dr. NE, Tacoma Celebrated for his warm tone, soaring lyricism and masterful technique, Dmitri Matheny has been lauded as one of the most emotionally expressive improvisers of his generation. First introduced to jazz audiences in the 1990s as the protégé of Art Farmer, Matheny has matured into “one of the jazz world’s most talented horn players,” according to the San Francisco Chronicle. Today, Dmitri leads the Dmitri Matheny Group, an all-star jazz band featuring some of the most accomplished musicians in the western U.S. For his Marine View appearance he will be joined by some of the very best musicians on the West Coast: Bill Anschell on piano, Phil Sparks on bass, Mark Ivester on drums and Kareem Kandi on saxophone. In addition, masterful Phoenix vocalist Holly Pyle will display her impressive skills, revealing her unaffected, unassuming and utterly mesmerizing style. Price: Free to all ages. Info: www.marineviewpc.org/jazz-live. ‘ROSENCRANTZ & GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD’ Fri., April 28, 8 p.m. Sat., April 29, 8 p.m. Sun., April 30, 2 p.m. Lakewood Playhouse, Lakewood Towne Center, 5729 Lakewood Towne Center Blvd SW, Lakewood Acclaimed as a modern comedic masterpiece, “Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead” is the fabulously inventive tale of “Hamlet” as told from the worm’s-eye view of the bewildered Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, two minor characters in Shakespeare’s play. In Tom Stoppard’s best-known work, this Shakespearean Laurel and Hardy finally get a chance to take the lead role, but do so in a world where echoes of “Waiting for Godot” resound, where reality and illusion intermix, and where fate leads our two heroes to a tragic but inevitable end. Presented with “The 15-Minute Hamlet” – the author continues his association with “Hamlet” by taking the most famous and best-loved lines from Shakespeare’s “Hamlet” and condensing them into a hilarious 13-minute version. This miraculous feat is followed by a two-minute version! Both shows are Lakewood Playhouse premieres, running through May 7. Ages: All ages. Info: www. LakewoodPlayhouse.org; (253) 588-0042 ALLISON CHAINS Fri., April 28, 9 p.m. Jazzbones, 2803 Sixth Ave. Allison Chains is an allfemale Alice in Chains tribute band. Price: $10-$15. Info: (253) 396-9169; www. jazzbones.com EXIT LAUGHING Fri., April 28, 7:30 p.m. Tacoma Little Theatre, 210 N. I St. Winner of the AACT New Play Fest. When the biggest highlight in your life for the past 30 years has been your weekly bridge night out with the “girls,” what do you do when one of your foursome inconveniently dies? Ages: All ages. Price: $24; $22 students, seniors & military; $20 12 and under. Info: (253) 272-2281; www.tix4.centerstageticketing.com/sites/ tacomalittletheatre BRASS MONKEYS Fri., April 28, 9 p.m. The Swiss Pub, 1904 S. Jefferson Ave. This Beastie Boys tribute band is a must see experience. Price: Free. Info: (253) 572-2821; www.theswisspub. com/ KARAOKE WITH DJ NO PANTS Fri., April 28, 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Acme Tavern, 1310 Tacoma Ave. S. Sing your heart out with a great crowd, a fun host and a good sound system. Good

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FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS BRUNCH Sun., April 30, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. LaFlamme Group, 711 St. Helens Ave. Are you thinking about buying your first home? Wondering what it takes to get the process started? We’ve got you covered. Ages: All ages. Price: Free. Info: (253) 3064205; www.firsttimehomebuyerbrunch.eventbrite.com

INVESTING BASICS FOR BUSY PEOPLE Sat., April 29, 10:30 a.m. Investing Basics for Busy People, 212 Browns Point Blvd. N.E. Have a 401(k) and don’t know which fund to invest in? In this free workshop you will learn how easy the investment decisions can be, and require no time. Price: Free. Info: (253) 248-7265; tacomalibrary.org

BIBLE DISCUSSION – BOOK OF REVELATION Mon., May 1, 1-2 p.m. St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 7410 S. 12th St. All are welcome for a discussion of the Book of Revelation, led by Pastor Martin Yabroff of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church. No background required. Open discussion and practical applications. Price: Free. Info: (253) 564-4402; saintandrewstacoma.org

THE RANDY OXFORD BAND Sat., April 29, 8:30 p.m. Jazzbones, 2803 Sixth Ave. Led by Randy Oxford, awardwinning trombonist, jam host and entertainer, the band showcases a style of blues that is as diverse as the band members themselves. Price: $7 advanced; $12 doors. Info: (253) 396-9169; www. jazzbones.com

GALLERY - DUENDE Mon., May 1, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pacific Lutheran University, 12180 Park Ave. S. Please join the Department of Art and Design as we celebrate the accomplishments of our graduating artists in the culmination of their degree program. Price: Free. Info: (253) 535-7150; www.plu. edu/artd/news/2017/03/20/ duende/

10TH ANNUAL ‘SOUNDS OF BRASS POPS’ CONCERT Sun., April 30, 1-2:15 p.m. Tacoma Community College, 6501 S. 19th St. Sounds of brass concert with jazz-blues guitar soloist Tim Lerch of Pearl Django. 16 member brass/percussion ensemble. Music of film, Broadway, and standard tunes. Ages: All ages. Price: Free. Info: (253) 627-2800; brassunlimited.org WEEKLY MEDITATION CLASS WITH PRAYERS FOR WORLD PEACE Sun., April 30, 10-11:15 a.m. Tushita Kadampa Buddhist Center, 1501 Pacific Ave. S. Join us for guided meditations and uplifting advice on how we can transform our day-to-day life into opportunities for personal and spiritual growth. Through developing inner peace in this way, outer peace will naturally come about. Ages: All ages.

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LAKEWOOD CHAMBER GOVERNMENT RELATIONS Tues., May 2, 7:30-9 a.m. Great American Casino, 10117 South Tacoma Way Meet with elected officials who are invited to attend this casual roundtable discussion - get information on happenings in our community and state so you can take away what impacts your bottom line. Price: Free. Info: (253) 582-9400

LINE DANCING Tues., May 2, 6-8 p.m. Asia Pacific Cultural Center, 4851 South Tacoma Way Beginners and intermediates can get on the dance floor for fun and exercise in this seven-week program. Beginners meet on Tuesdays, Intermediates on Thursdays. Price: $45 for 7-week session. Info: (253) 383-3900; funtimelinedancing.com

LAKEWOOD BLOOD DRIVE Wed., May 3, 1:30-5 p.m. Big Lots, 5401 100th St SW, Lakewood Give blood save lives. For 70 years, Cascade Regional Blood Services has provided blood for patients at hospitals in Pierce and South King counties. Before you donate, be sure to eat well and drink plenty of non-caffeinated beverages. Bring photo ID. Price: Free. Info: (877) 24-BLOOD

ARGENTINE TANGO BEGINNERS CLASS Tues., May 2, 7:30 p.m. Backstreet Tango, 3505 S. 14th St. You will learn the basic elements for this wonderful dance by a certified professional instructor. Dancers can start on any Sunday. No need to wait for the start of another series. Stop by for a complimentary class. Ages: 16 with guardian and up. Price: $10 per class, 8 classes for $40, 10 classes for $70. Info: (253) 304-8296; backstreettango.com

DANISH SISTERHOOD 125TH ANNIVERSARY THYRA LODGE #19 Wed., May 3, 1-2:30 p.m. Pacific Lutheran University, 12180 Park Ave. S. Danish Sisterhood 125th anniversary Thyra Lodge #19. Ages: All ages. Price: Free but requires RSVP. Info: (253) 858-8819; www.plu.edu BOOST YOUR BODY IMAGE: CONFIDENCE AT ANY SIZE CLASS Wed., May 3, 7:15-8 p.m. Lean Body Lifestyles, 711 St. Helens Ave., Suite 201 Re-boot and repair your relationship with your body. It is possible to love your body, independent of how much you weigh, or what number appears on the labels of your clothing. Ages: 18 and older. Price: $295; for 6-class sessions, workbook and private Facebook Group. Info: (253) 678-5403; www.leanbodylifestyles.com/events.html

OLD ST. PETER’S CHURCH INVITES YOU TO WORSHIP Tues., May 2, 10-11 a.m.; 5-5:40 p.m. St. Peter’s Church, 2910 N. Starr St. Tacoma’s first and oldest church St. Peter’s (est. 1873) invites you to experience Holy Communion every Sunday at 10 a.m. (Sunday School). At 5 p.m. we offer Compline services the first

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NOTICES NO. PUY-CS-FC-2017-0012 Summons in a civil action and notice of hearing IN THE PUYALLUP TRIBAL COURT PUYALLUP INDIAN RESERVATION, TACOMA, WASHINGTON WSFC Petitioner, v. JB Jamal Island Respondent, The petitioner filed a child support (civil) action against you in the above named court. In order to defend yourself, you must file an answer by stating your defense in writing and filing it with the court and serving a copy on the petitioner within twenty (20) days after the day you received notice of this hearing. If you fail to respond, a DEFAULT JUDGMENT may be entered against you without further notice to you. A default judgment is a judgment granted the Petitioner for what has been asked in the Petition. This Summons is issued pursuant to Section 7.24.090(4.08.100) of the Puyallup Parental Responsibility Act. NOTICE OF HEARING: A hearing on the petition is set for June 14, 2017 at 9:15 am at the Puyallup Tribal Court. Dated April 12, 2017 Kasandra Gutierrez, Clerk of the Court Puyallup Tribal Court 1451 East 31st Street, Tacoma, Washington 98404 (253) 680-5585 NO. PUY-CS-CS-2016-0059 Summons in a civil action and notice of hearing IN THE PUYALLUP TRIBAL COURT PUYALLUP INDIAN RESERVATION, TACOMA, WASHINGTON Jennifer Taylor Petitioner, v. Giana Abbott Respondent, The petitioner filed a child support (civil) action against you in the above named court. In order to defend yourself, you must file an answer by stating your defense in writing and filing it with the court and serving a copy on the petitioner within twenty (20) days after the day you received notice of this hearing. If you fail to respond, a DEFAULT JUDGMENT may be entered against you without further notice to you. A default judgment is a judgment granted the Petitioner for what has been asked in the Petition. This Summons in issued pursuant to Section 7.24.090(4.08.100) of the Puyallup Parental Responsibility Act. NOTICE OF HEARING: A hearing on the petition is set for June 14th, 2017 at 9:45 am at the Puyallup Tribal Court. Dated April 12, 2017 Kasandra Gutierrez, Clerk of the Court Puyallup Tribal Court, 1451 East 31st Street, Tacoma, Washington 98404 (253) 680-5585 TO: Melody Brown Case Name: C.,M Case Number: PUY-G-JV-2017-0001 Nature of Case: guardianship of a Minor Child SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a petition has been filed asking the Court to appoint the above named Petitioner(s) to be guardian(s) for C., M, a minor child under PTC 7.12 (Guardianship of Minors Code). YOU ARE SUMMONED to appear at a guardianship hearing in this Court on the Puyallup Indian Reservation at: DAY: MONDAY DATE: May 22nd , 2017 TIME: 10:30 AM LOCATION: 1451 EAST 31ST ST., TACOMA, WA 98404 The guardianship hearing is private and closed. Only those persons the Court finds to have a legitimate interest in the proceedings may attend. The Court will hear testimony to determine whether guardianship is in the best interest of the child and the Tribal community. The Court will consider all guardianship reports submitted for review. All parties shall be given the opportunity to contest the factual contents and conclusions of the guardianship reports. Any party may file recommendations regarding the guardianship with the Court at least 10 calendar days before the hearing. You also have the following rights before the court: 1. The right to be present before the court; 2. The right to present written and oral testimony; 3. The right to subpoena witnesses; 4. The right to submit relevant evidence to the Court for consideration; 5. The right to counsel at your own expense and effort; the court has a list of attorneys who are to practice before the Puyallup Tribe; and 6. The right to appeal a final decision in this matter. If you do not appear at the hearing or file a written response to the petition within 20 days from the date if this notice, the Court may enter an order in your absence. NOTICE PURSUANT TO PTC 4.08.250—DEFAULT JUDGMENT WHEN A PARTY AGAINST WHOM A JUDGMENT IS SOUGHT FAILS TO APPEAR, PLEAD, OR OTHERWISE DEFEND WITHIN THE TIME ALLOWED, AND THAT IS SHOWN TO THE COURT BY A MOTION AND AFFIDAVIT OR TESTMONY, THE COURT MAY ENTER AN ORDER OF DEFAULT AND, WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE TO THE PARTY IN DEFAULT, ENTER A JUDGMENT GRANTING THE RELIEF SOUGHT IN THE COMPLAINT. Copies of the Petition and this Summons are available at the Court Clerk’s Office located at 1451 E. 31st St, Tacoma, WA 98404 If you have any questions, Please contact the Court Clerk’s Office at (253) 680-5585 TO: Haedr Al-Shabani Case Style: CIVIL

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SUMMONS: CASE NUMBER: 15-2-00163-5 URBAN FINANCIAL OF AMERICA, FORMERLY KNOW AS URBAN FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. Vs. ESTATE OF SANTA JIMENEZ, an estate; ESTROBERTO JIMENEZ, an heir; JENARO M. JIMENEZ, an heir; JOSE LOUIS JIMENEZ, an heir; RAUOL JIMENEZ, an heir; UNKNOWN HEIRS SANTA JIMENEZ, heirs; And all other persons, parties, or occupants Unknown claiming any legal or equitable right, Title, estate, lien, or interest in the real property Described in the complaint herein, adverse to Plaintiff’s title, or any cloud on Plaintiff’s title to The Property. Defendants. To: JENARO M. JIMENEZ JR. A lawsuit has been started against you in the above-entitled court by plaintiff’s claim is stated in the written Complaint, a copy of which is served upon you with this Summons. In order to defend against this lawsuit, you must respond to the Complaint by stating your defense in writing, and serve a copy upon the person signing this Summons within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons if served in the State of Washington, or within sixty (60) days if served outside the State of Washington or if you are a United States government defendant, excluding the day of service, or a default judgment may be entered against you without notice. A default judgment may be entered. You may demand that the plaintiff file this lawsuit with the court. If you do so, the demand must be in writing and must be served upon the person signing this Summons. Within 14 days after you served the demand, the plaintiff must file this lawsuit with the court, or the service on theyou 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 2/5/2015 Respectfully submitted MALCOLM* CISNEROS, A Law Corporation By: Nathan F. Smith, WSB #43160 Stephen M. Lewis, WSB #47173 Attorneys for Plaintiff MALCOLM * CISNEROS, A Law Corporation 2112 Business Center Drive Irvine, California 92612 Phone: (949) 252-9400 Fax: (949) 252-1032

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Sat April 29th 10 - 4 United Lutheran Church 1231 South 76th Tacoma on the corner of Sheridan & 76th Milton Senior Center Rummage Sale Friday April 28th 10-4 Saturday April 29th 9-3 Lots of great Antiques, plants and clothing! 1000 Laurel Street 253 987-5669

ABANDONED VEHICLE SALE Fife Towing, Fife Recovery Service & NW Towing, at 1313 34th Ave E, Fife on 5/2/2017. In compliance with the RCW46.55.130 at 9:00 a.m. Viewing of cars from 08:00-09:00 a.m. Registered Tow Numbers 5009, 5421, 5588. Cash Auction Only www.fifetowing.com

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE CASE NUMBER: 16-2-11183-7 SUMMONS CIT BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, Vs. EVELYN NETTLETON, an individual; THE LINKS AT NORTHSHORE CONDOMINIUM OWNERS ASSOCIATION, an association; and all other persons or parties unknown claiming any legal or equitable right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real property described in the complaint herein, adverse to Plaintiff’s title, or any cloud on Plaintiff’s title to the Property, collectively designated as DOES 1 through 50, inclusive. Defendants. TO: EVELYN NETTLETON A lawsuit has been started against you in the aboveentitled court by 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 stating your defense in writing, and serve a copy upon the understanding attorney for the Plaintiff within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, excluding the day of service, if served in the in the State of Washington, or within sixty (60) days after the service of this summons, excluding the day of service, if served outside the State of Washington, or if you are a United States government defendant, or a default judgment may be entered against you without notice. A default judgment is one where plaintiff is entitled to what is 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.

ABANDONED VEHICLE SALE Northwest Towing, at 2025 S 341st Pl, Federal Way on 5/2/2017. In compliance with the RCW46.55.130. at 2:00 p.m. Viewing of cars from 1:00-2:00 p.m. Registered Tow Number 5695. Cash Auction Only www.fifetowing.com

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Abandoned Vehicle Lakewood Towing Inc. #5002 9393 Lakeview Ave SW Lakewood, Wa 98499 Ph. 253-582-5080 Auction 05042017 Date 05/04/2017 View @ 1 pm Auction Starts @ 2 pm In accordance with RCW 46.55.130 Lakewood Towing Inc. will sell to the highest bidder. See complete listing @ lakewoodtowing.com or posting at our office

You may demand that the Plaintiff file this lawsuit with the court. If you do so, the demand must be in writing and must be served upon the person signing this Summons. Within 14 days after you served 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: 9/16, 2016 MALCOM * CISNEROS, A Law Corporation Nathan F. Smith, WSBA #431960 Attorney for Plaintiff MALCOLM * CISNEROS, A Law Corporation 2112 Business Center Drive Irvine, California 92612 Phone: (949 ) 252-9400 Fax: (949) 252-1032 Email: Nathan@mclaw.org

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Chambers Creek Foundation 10 Year Anniversary Gala and Auction Saturday, June 24 at 5 PM - 11 PM Chambers Bay Pavilion 6320 Grandview Drive W. University Place, WA Come Celebrate Chambers Creek Foundation accomplishments in the last 10 years since the opening of Chambers Bay Golf and the future plans of trails and bridges at the Properties. chambersckfoundation.org

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Case Number: PUY-CV-CUST-2017-0054 Nature of Case: CUSTODY YOU ARE HEREBY summoned to appear and respond to the Civil Complaint/Petition filed by the above named Petitioner in the Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, located at 1451 E 31st Street Tacoma, Washington 98404.

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A(n) INITIAL Hearing is scheduled at the above-named Court on June 13, 2017, at 2:30 p.m. You must respond in writing to the civil complaint/ petition within twenty (20) days after the date of the first publication of this summons. You must serve a copy of your written answer on the Petitioner and file with this Court an affidavit of service. Failure to file a written response may result in a default judgment entered against you. The parties have the right to legal representation at their own expense and effort. This Court has a list of attorneys and spokespersons who are admitted to practice in this Court. Copies of the Civil Complaint/Petition and this Summons are available at the Court Clerk’s Office located at 1451 E. 31st St., Tacoma, WA 98404. If you have any questions, please contact the Court Clerk’s Office at (253) 680-5585.

WINIFRED Our Featured Pet Winifred came to us all the way from Memphis. It’s taken a bit for the brown tabby to adjust from the long plane ride, but she’s definitely coming out of her shell. Pro tip: slowly approach her cage and coo “Winifred,� and the gorgeous girl will timidly make her way towards you. Before you know it she’s head-butting her way into your heart. After about five minutes of petting, the three-year-old rela es and even reaches out for more, purring up a storm. Got a quieter home and a heart of gold Our Southern belle would love to make your acquaintance — #A515834

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VOLUNTEERS SPECIAL HABITAT STEWARD TRAINING National Wildlife Federation and Tahoma Audubon Society Partner Up for Educational Workshop Series. Are you interested in creating areas for wildlife? Do you want to do your part to keep Pierce County wild? Now is your chance to become a Habitat Steward™! National Wildlife Federation and Tahoma Audubon Society are offering a specialized 24-hour training program to teach you how to help others create and restore wildlife habitat in backyards, schoolyards, and other community areas. The training will be held on the first four Mondays in May from 6:00-9:00pm at the Adriana Hess Audubon Center (2917 Morrison Rd. W, University Place, WA, 98466). The workshop includes two Saturday field trips on May 6th and 13th. The first trip is in partnership with Tahoma Audubon Society and will be at Morse Preserve to learn all about bird identification and conservation; the second is in partnership with Northwest Trek Wildlife Park and will include hands-on NatureMapping of the Ohop Creek. Plan on full days. This training is engaging, fun and highly informative and you get to meet and interact with local conservation professionals and other similarly interested folks! Expert speakers from University of Washington, Pierce Conservation District, Woodbrook Nursery, WSU Pierce County Master Gardener Program, Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department and more will present on topics such as: rain gardens, native plants, habitat restoration, pollinators and birds, mushrooms and fungi, and much more! Cost of the training is $30 to cover classroom materials. Note: scholarships are available! No one will be turned down due to lack of funds. We will provide coffee, tea, and snacks at each training session. To register for the training, please visit http://nwftacoma.brownpapertickets.com or contact Sarah Bruemmer at WAHabitatCoordinator@ nwf.org or (206) 577-7809.

Wanted: Volunteers for groceries. The Empowerment Center currently has a limited number of openings for volunteers in our food bank. These positions will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Come volunteer and receive free groceries! El Shaddai Christian Ministries/The Empowerment Center, 4340 Pacific Ave., Tacoma WA 98148. For more information contact us at 253-677-7740.

City of Fife Needs You! We are looking for passionate applicants for open positions on our volunteer Boards and Commissions. Openings are on the Arts Commission, Parks Board, Tree Board and Youth Commission. Applications are accepted year round, but first review will be 3/24/17. Online Application: www.cityoffife.org/getinvolved

NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION: VOLUNTEER MORE, TWEET LESS CHI Franciscan Hospice and Palliative Care has some great ways for you to serve the community and make meaningful connections. Those near the end of life need help with living. If you have 1-4 hours a week to read to someone, listen to their stories, run errands, make phone calls, or welcome people to our hospice facility, then we have several opportunities for you. Join us in the new year for trainings scheduled in January and March. Log onto www.chifranciscan.org and click “hospice and palliative care� in the “our services� tab to learn more. Or call James Bentley at 253-

538-4649 #PROJECTFEEDTACOMA There are about 2,000 homeless in Tacoma and about 1.000 beds. Many are families with children. Please help #PROJECTFEEDTACOMA to provide some basic necessities. All items donated will go directly to people on the street. PROJECT FEED TACOMA is 100% volunteer. This is a true grass roots organization and they really need your help. For more information and to find more go to www.projectfeedtacoma.org. Can you help with some urgent needs as winter approaches? Here are some suggestions and a huge THANK YOU! Needed: Warm Socks for Men, Women and Children; Warm Hats; Gloves; Peanut Butter and Jam/Jelly; Crackers, Chips and non-perishable snacks; Individually wrapped granola bars or protein bars; cookies; lotion; lip balm; tampons and sanitary napkins; wipes; soap, shampoo and conditioner; gallon sized freezer bags. A BIG THANKS TO THE COPPER DOOR FOR ALLOWING PROJECT FEED TACOMA TO COLLECT DONATIONS THERE.

Help hard-working families by volunteering with VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance)! Provide free income tax preparation to low and moderate income households. Locations throughout Pierce County. Day, evening and weekend hours available (February to April 2017). Volunteers can serve as tax preparers, quality reviewers, greeters, or interpreters (for non-English speaking or hearing-impaired tax payers).

Free training provided. Learn more and apply online at www.VolunteerTaxHelp.org.

Volunteer meals on Wheels Driver Seeking a volunteer Meals on Wheels Driver. Delivers frozen meals once a week in the Pierce County area, mileage reimbursement. Must have a clean background check, WA driver’s license, car insurance and food handlers card. Call front desk for more info: 253272-8433

Great Volunteer Opportunity Make friends, have fun and help seniors with simple tasks. You’ll make a big difference by helping people maintain their independence. This is volunteering, not caregiving. Volunteers must be 55 or older, low income, serve 15 hrs/wk and live in Pierce or Kitsap Counties. Drivers are especially needed. Benefits include hourly tax-free stipend and mileage reimbursement. For information call Julie at Lutheran Community Services, Senior Companion Volunteer Program, (253)722-5686.

Food Bank Eloise’s Cooking Pot Food Bank on the Eastside of Tacoma, WA is powered strictly by volunteers. We provide much needed food and other basic household items to people in need on a weekly basis. Being a volunteer driven organization we are always looking for good people who are interested in donating a few hours of their lives helping make the lives of someone else a little better. Donate as much or as little of your time you want for a wide variety of tasks, there is always plenty to do. If you are looking for a way to be part of something bigger and give a little much needed help to the local community then contact us and we’ll get you started. Please join us in helping to spread a little holiday cheer. Contact 253-212-2778.

Help furnish hope to those in need! NW Furniture Bank Volunteers needed. “NWFB helps restore hope, dignity and stability in our community by recycling donated furniture to people in need.� Tuesday-Saturday Truck Volunteers Needed- 9:00 am-2:00 pm. Truck volunteers ride along in the truck, deliver furniture to clients and make residential and corporate pickups; they are an essential part of the NWFB Team. To volunteer contact us at info@nwfurniturebank.org or call 253-302-3868.

South Sound Outreach is offering free tax preparation for those who make $50,000 or less. To schedule an appointment call 253.593.2111 or visit our website at www. southsoundoutreach.org.

Make a difference in the life of a child! The Northwest Youth Sports Alliance is looking for coaches for our developmental youth sports program. Sports vary by season. Coaches are provided general training and go through a national background check clearance process. For more information, visit www.metroparkstacoma.org/nysa or contact Roy Fletcher, Youth Sports Coordinator, royf@tacomaparks. com or 253.305.1025.

The Tacoma Maritime Institute meets every 4th Monday at the Midland Community Center 1614 99th Street East Tacoma WA Potluck at 6:00, all are welcome. Meeting Starts at 7:00. Call 253-536-4494

Be a Big Brother! Becoming a Big is a fun and easy way to volunteer in your community and make a BIG difference in the life of a child. There are several program options to fit your schedule and interests, such as meeting your Little at school, going on an outing or attending an agency-planned activity. For more information, visit www.bbbsps.org or call 206.763.9060.

INTERVIEWEES FOR A NON-PROFIT PROJECT “MEMORY COMMUNITYâ€? What It Is: We are Memory Community (a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation). The Memory Community Project is a creative service to seniors. Our Goals & Objectives: To create an accessible resource that: • helps our senior citizens tell their stories • connects the young and the old • increases our understanding of those before us who help us be who we are • honors the generations before us and show our appreciation by preserving their memories • All seniors are welcome to volunteer for filming their story! • At most two days of work during daytime – Day 1: pre-production meeting, and Release Form signing Day 2: filming, ideally wrapped within half a day What we’d like you to talk about in the film: Use 10 minutes or so to tell the most memorable story from your life, the lessons that were learned, and the wise words you want to pass along to your children/grandchildren. Compensation: a DVD in which you are the leading character, and a free upload to our website http://memorycommunity. org/ Contact: send your emails to deyung@memorycommunity. org Or call Deyung at 360-8509850 for scheduling a meeting. The filming is free, but donations are appreciated to help the project continue.

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