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EYE OF THE TOTEM. (left) Anne Cornwall was a rising star of silent movies when she came to Tacoma to film for Weaver Productions. (middle left) The totem pole shown in the 1927 film has since been moved to Fireman’s Park. (middle right) The 110-year-old totem used as a central scene of “The Eye of the Totem” was braced and set for repair following a recent inspection. The stabilization effort was completed last August at a cost of about $90,000. (right) Wanda Hawley was the “named star” of the show.

CITY RESEARCH PROMPTS RESTORATION OF ‘AMAZING’ FILM OF TACOMA’S HISTORY By Steve Dunkelberger stevedunkel@tacomaweekly.com

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he storied tale of Tacoma’s roots in filmmaking was largely a matter of footnotes in textbooks and promotional photographs of silent movies that were lost to the ages. That ended with a chance discovery and a series of called-in favors. Historical Preservation Coordinator Lauren Hoogkamer had been searching

for information about the totem pole that now is under repair at Fireman’s Park after it was found to be rotting through and infested with bugs. That search uncovered the fact that the Museum of Modern Art (MOMA) in New York City possessed a copy of the 1927 film “The Eye of the Totem,” a nationally released silent movie that was made by Tacoma’s Weaver Production Co. The film included scenes of downtown Tacoma, Mount Rainier, Thornewood Castle and various landmarks in Pierce County. But it was feared

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that the movie had been lost to history, a victim of the nitrate film used at the time that decays over the years. The late Tacoma historian Murray Morgan would often talk about “Eye of the Totem” during his presentations about the bygone days of the City of Destiny. It had gained almost mythical status as historians and researchers spent decades looking for copies to screen for historical research. None succeeded. No one could even find clips of the film. Until now. News of the existence of the entire

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film trickled out to Tacoma history buffs. MOMA restoration curators had it slated for restoration, but there were many films also on the list. That’s where the city’s connection grapevine kicked into high gear. Tacoma historian and architectural preservationist Michael Sullivan talked to Tacoma Art Museum Director Stephanie Stebich about the restoration effort. She just happens to know Glenn Lowry, the director of MOMA, and asked him if he u See FILM / page A12

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GOODBYE. The once-famed art deco ferry Kalakala will see its final day

later this month, but the scrapping process requires care and fair winds.

KALAKALA’S FINAL DAY WILL COME TROUBLE By Steve Dunkelberger stevedunkel@tacomaweekly.com

Nothing about the Kalakala’s time in Tacoma during the last decade was simple. Its departure won’t be either. The 88-year-old art deco ferry was once an icon of Seattle. It was on postcards. Songs about it played on the radio. But those glory days ended long ago. And it lumbered on with hopes of finding new life as a restored landmark. It had been on life support for a decade while it was being moored along the Hylebos Waterway. But its current owner said the time has come to let the old girl go. “The skin is rusted through,” Tacoma industrialist Karl Anderson said, noting that the years of rust and barnacles provid-

ed support in some areas. “That’s what’s keeping it in one piece. It’s too far gone.” Its fragile condition means that moving the Kalakala from the Hylebos shoreline to the Blair Waterway for scrapping will take time and good weather. The contractor plans to wait for the highest tide on Jan. 22 to float the Kalakala to the mouth of the Hylebos and let the tidal change then carry it down the Blair. The 800-yard trip will take more than six hours. “They aren’t going to try to tow it because that would probably tear it apart,” Anderson said. They are going to let the tide do the work. It is going to be a tricky operation.” Tricky also means expensive. The final bill will be figured out after the move and u See KALAKALA / page A4

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CHI Franciscan Health and Multicare Health System recently partnered to potentially develop a 120-bed psychiatric hospital in Tacoma. The two health-care groups have created a new non-profit organization that will oversee the development of the hospital. The first step was to submit a Certificate of Need with the Washington State Department of Health, which as of Dec. 16 was submitted and is currently under review. The review could possibly be completed by the end of 2015, and the hospital could be up and running as soon as three years later. Both health groups partnered because they believe there is a great need for additional in-patient psychiatric care in u See HOSPITAL / page A6

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CONSOLIDATION. Pierce County is moving

forward with plans to create a hub for government services by consolidating many operations into a new facility on the site of the former Puget Sound Hospital.

COUNTY’S PLANS FOR EASTSIDE HUB DRAW QUESTIONS By Steve Dunkelberger stevedunkel@tacomaweekly.com

Pierce County officials are conducting public meetings concerning plans to consolidate some county operations currently located at a collection of leased spaces into a new hub on the site of the former Puget Sound Hospital on Tacoma’s Eastside. The next meeting will have Councilmembers Connie Ladenburg, Derek Young and Rick Talbert hosting a talk from 5-6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 22, at the Pierce County Annex conference room, 2401 S. 35th St.

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So. Tacoma Way and Wright Street Tacoma has a tremendous pothole problem, and the city knows it. During the past couple of years, the city has acknowledged this issue by spending millions of dollars in major arterial repairs with the council’s “pothole initiative.” And in 2010, routine maintenance by Tacoma’s Grounds and Maintenance Division completed street repairs on 229,638 square feet of road. In 2011, the city repaired about 150,000 more square feet of roads riddled with holes, and continued those efforts in 2012. And while that may sound like a lot of ground, new holes pop up – or return – each and every day, which means a pothole-free road might never exist in Tacoma. With the help of our readers and our dedicated Pothole Pig, we will continue to showcase some of the city’s biggest and best potholes through our weekly homage to one of T-Town’s most unnerving attributes. Help the Pothole Pig by e-mailing your worst pothole suggestions to SaveOurStreets@tacomaweekly.com. Potholes in need of repair can be reported to the City of Tacoma by calling (253) 591-5495.

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Bulletin Board CONVENTION CENTER HOSTS MLK DAY EVENT The City of Tacoma’s signature event – the 27th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration – seeks to build on the message of service and encourages the entire community to join together to celebrate Monday, Jan. 19 as a day on, not a day off. This year’s theme is “11 Days in the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. – Honoring His Legacy in 2015.” The event will take place at the Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center (1500 Broadway in Tacoma). It is expected to draw roughly 2,000 to 3,000 adults and children. Doors will open at 10 a.m. and the event will start at 11 a.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring donations of nonperishable food items for the MLK Food Drive benefiting Emergency Food Network. The event will include a performance of “11 Days in the Life of Dr. King,” presented by the Broadway Center for the Performing Arts. “Eleven Days” chronicles King’s life and legacy through spoken word vignettes, dance, shadow play and historic images. It focuses on King’s relationship with communities, how he challenged and changed our nation and his message to honor the dignity and rights of every person. Melannie Denise Cunningham will be this year’s keynote speaker. Cunningham has lived in Tacoma/Pierce County for 42 years, and her career spans several industries including federal, city and state government, non-profit, radio, television, higher education and entrepreneurship. She is a strategic thinker and a person who always brings a fresh perspective and positive attitude to any situation or environment. Cunningham has extend an invitation to the public to join her immediately after the MLK Celebration for a cultural community networking event focused on African American culture called “Eat, Step and Play” at Cheers Bar & Grill, 11521 Bridgeport Way SW in Lakewood. Enjoy good food, dance Chicago-style steppin’, and play cards (bid whist and pinochle). Get more information by calling (253) 682-9264. In addition to free holiday on-street parking and free parking at Freighthouse Square (2501 E. D St.), which is easily accessible via LINK light rail from the Convention Center stop located directly in front of the event venue, there will also be signage and personnel directing event attendees to designated complimentary parking stalls that will be made available on a first-come, first-served basis at the Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center (1500 Broadway). UNITY BREAKFAST WELCOMES FREDRICKA WHITFIELD The ninth Annual MLK Unity Breakfast will be held on Jan. 19 at the University Y, 1710 Market St., Tacoma, from 8 a.m.-10:30 a.m. This event is held to recognize and celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King and his historic civic leadership that inspired a nation to strive for equality. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. This gathering honors the message of King and the progress he continues to inspire. To recognize this important event in the civil rights movement, the organizing committee has invited Fredricka Whitfield to give the keynote address at this year’s MLK Unity Breakfast. Whitfield is a national news anchor for CNN and has reported from all over the world including the Persian Gulf region during the wars, Beijing and London for the Olympics. Prior to CNN, she was a correspondent for NBC Nightly News, The Today Show and Dateline NBC, covering stories including the highly contested 2000 presidential race. In her nearly three decades long career, Whitfield has garnered multiple awards and honors for her broadcasting. The Unity Breakfast was established by the University of Washington-Tacoma’s Black Student Union to celebrate the legacy of King, and inspire members of the campus community to continue to work to make his vision of an equitable society a reality. The program recognizes students, faculty and community members for outstanding service to the community through the Dream Awards which are presented during the program. The breakfast is planned with an inclusion of area youth and strives to provide opportunities for service and reflection through the Week of Service events. The breakfast will also feature performances by local talent. Specific performers to be announced. This year’s Unity Breakfast is cosponsored by the Division of Student and Enrollment Services and the Black Student Union. For more information, e-mail mlkuwt@uw.edu or call (253) 692-4501. URBAN GRACE CHURCH TO HOLD INTERFAITH SERVICE The Martin Luther King, Jr. Redeeming the Prophetic Vision 2015 Interfaith Service will be again at Urban Grace – The Downtown Church on Sunday, Jan. 20 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with a reception to follow afterward. The event aims to recognize the vision of Dr. King by presenting a program that distinguishes itself with an edge of social justice in its message. It is open to the general public and is free of charge. The church is located at 902 Market St., Tacoma. The phone number at the church is (253) 272-2184. This event is organized by a partnership of The Conversation, Associated Ministries and Urban Grace Church. Varied faith traditions will be represented, with blessings from each. Rabbi Bruce Kadden of Temple Beth El will present a blessing. One of the reasons for an interfaith representation is that King, in numerous occasions of marching for civil rights, almost always was accompanied by a rabbi directly beside him; often, as well as other faith representatives. The ecumenical location was chosen in part because of the aspects associated with King himself in his civil rights leadership. Were it not for pastors providing bus transportation, the boycotts of public transportation could not have happened, as African Americans in the South by and large lacked automobiles to get to work. On this, the ninth year of the event, Dr. Dexter Gordon has been invited to return as keynote speaker. He is a professor of African-American Studies at University of Puget Sound. An awards ceremony for social justice leadership, called the Civil Rights Honor Roll, will again present several local people with acknowledgement for enduring and varied continuous activities of service in Tacoma. This year’s honorees are Aaron Pointer, Alton McDonald, and Steve and Kristi Nebel. Throughout the event, local performances will be featured. Once again a newly-written theatrical piece will be presented by C. Rosalind Bell, resident theatre artist from University of Puget Sound. Other performances will be by vocalist Tiffany Hammond, spoken word artist Cathy Nguyan, songwriter-singers Steve and Kristi Nebel, and the drummers Khalfani Mwamba and Mshenge a Baba . Following the activities in the parish, social justice organizations will be providing information and sharing ideas from tables in the lower level of the church. Free food will be served. The Martin Luther King, Jr. Redeeming the Vision project is a product of The Conversation. Part of the event mission is to address social malaise in the redeeming of Dr.

King’s vision. To quote him: “Our only hope today lies in our ability to recapture the revolutionary spirit and go into a sometimes hostile world declaring eternal hostility to poverty, racism, and militarism.” The Conversation is a grassroots group of Tacoma and South Sound residents committed to the building of a diverse, critically engaged, social justice community. The group convenes weekly on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. at The Urban League Building at 2550 S. Yakima Ave. in Tacoma. Newcomers are always welcome and it is free and open to all ages. For more information visit www.conversationtacoma.blogspot.com/ or urbangracetacoma.org/community/ upcoming-events/.

BATES TECHNICAL COLLEGE CELEBRATES THE DREAM Bates Technical College invites all people to help celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, Jan. 19 at the annual March for MLK. Marchers meet at 8 a.m. for refreshments at the college’s downtown campus cafeteria on 11th Street and Yakima Avenue. At 9 a.m., the group begins marching to the city’s Martin Luther King Jr. birthday celebration held at the Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center. A shuttle will be available to return marchers to the downtown campus after the city’s celebration at 1 p.m. For more information about the celebration and the march, contact the college’s Diversity Center at (253) 6807113, or visit www.bates.ctc.edu. KWA SEEKS TO HIRE 100 NURSES The Korean Women’s Association is looking to hire more than 100 nurses, with positions available in King County, Pierce County, Snohomish County, Lewis County, Mason County, Kitsap County, Thurston County, Clallam County, Jefferson County and Grays Harbor County. Caregivers are sent into the homes of elderly or disabled clients in need of help with their activities of daily living (ADL’s) such as bathing, transferring, personal hygiene, medication reminders, meal preparations, housework, shopping and transportation to medical appointments. Caregivers also provide supervision, monitoring, companionship and ensure the safety and well-being of the client when they are on duty. KWA is an equal opportunity employer. Learn more at www.kwacares.org/jobs. STREET REPAIRS TO CLOSE ROADS IN COMING MONTHS Over the next few months, the City of Tacoma’s Street Operations Division will perform street repairs at the following locations: s 45th Avenue Northeast from Browns Point Boulevard to Northshore Parkway s Norpoint Way Northeast from 29th Street Northeast to 49th Avenue Northeast This work is being performed to prepare the road for chip seal maintenance scheduled in August. There will be periodic closures of these roads, with local access allowed at all times to residents living within the work zone. There is no plan to close these roads overnight, unless it is deemed necessary. Detours and signs notifying traffic of the dates and times of this work will be in place. All repairs are weather dependent and rescheduling may be required, updates will be posted on the pre-construction signs. Those with questions or concerns may contact Project Supervisor Rich Barber at rbarber@cityoftacoma.org or (253) 591-5497. The Street Repair and Maintenance Program is responsible for maintaining 857 lane miles of main arterial streets and 8,610 residential blocks. For more information, visit cityoftacoma.org. BOE TO SERVE AS DEPUTY MAYOR At the Jan. 7 Tacoma City Council meeting, at-large City Council Member David Boe was appointed to serve as Tacoma’s Deputy Mayor in 2015. An architect with a practice in Downtown Tacoma, Boe brings his perspective as a small business owner of more than 18 years to both policy and regulatory issues that come before the City Council. Having previously served on the city’s arts and planning commissions, he was unanimously appointed to the No. 7 at-large position in January 2010 and elected to the position by the voters in 2011. “It is an honor to be selected as the deputy mayor,” said Boe, “and I look forward to representing the City of Tacoma in this greater capacity for 2015.” Boe succeeds at-large council member Victoria Woodards. GO ON TOUR WITH KIM ARCHER Award-winning powerhouse performer Kim Archer – a true master of old school soul, funk and classic rock, sultry blues and ballads – is kicking off 2015 with the “Best Coast Tour” along with Seattle musician Whitney Monge that will travel down the west coast from Seattle to Los Angeles. Archer needs a little help to make this happen and in return she will take you with her. That’s right – if you’ll make a donation (of any amount) to Archer’s Go Fund Me campaign, you will be on “virtual tour” with her and get access to her daily video diary, live streaming of selected shows and get to see what being on tour is really about as an independent artist. Just visit www.gofundme.com/bestcoasttour for all the details and the video that outlines the program. COMMUNITY LISTENING SESSION SCHEDULED TO DISCUSS JBLM REDUCTIONS Joint Base Lewis-McChord is planning an Army 2020 Force Restructuring Realignment Listening Session from 10 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, Jan. 21 at the McGavick Conference Center (4500 Hageness Dr. SW, Lakewood, WA 98499). The City of Tacoma and its partners in the South Sound Military and Communities Partnership are encouraging residents and business owners to attend and provide input. Under a current proposal the U.S. Military is planning a drawdown of military forces that could eliminate up to 8,000 jobs at JBLM and would have significant implications for the local economy and schools. The Pierce County Economic Development Department and Washington State Office of Financial Management estimate a potential loss of more than 17,000 jobs or $2.44 billion in personal income by 2020 if the proposed reductions at JBLM occur when consideration is given to the impacts on civilian jobs as well. “From Veterans to active duty personnel and their families, JBLM is an important part of our social and economic fabric,” Mayor Marilyn Strickland said. “I urge residents and business owners in the greater Tacoma region to show up and make our voices heard because what affects JBLM, affects all of us.” The listening session will provide people with an opportunity to inform senior Army leadership about the importance of JBLM to the South Sound Region. For more information visit the South Sound Military and Communities Partnership‘s website at ssmcp.org.

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SEARCH CONTINUES FOR TYLIAH YOUNG’S KILLER By David Rose

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Two years ago this week, Tyliah Young’s body was found frozen in a Tacoma alleyway. It was the first homicide of 2013. The 22-year-old young mother was shot in the head multiple times. Her father reported her missing two days before DAVID ROSE she was found off South Ainsworth Avenue near Tacoma’s Hilltop neighborhood. She had two daughters, ages five and seven. “We’ve worked a couple of possible different suspects and hopefully it’s just going to take that one additional tip that gets us what we need in order to make

an arrest,” said Officer Loretta Cool with Tacoma Police. Detectives specifically want to know who she was with and what she was doing between Jan. 5 and 13. “We want the public to know that this is still an active and ongoing investigation, that we have tracked down all the leads that have already come in. We’re hoping that there are more out there. No one should have to end their life that way and we would like to bring some resolution to her family and make sure the person responsible for this crime is put away,” said Cool. If you have any information that can help solve this young mother’s murder, call an anonymous tip in to Crime Stoppers at 1 (800) 222-TIPS You must call the Crime Stoppers hotline with your tip to be eligible to receive a cash reward for information

leading to an arrest. This case will be featured on Washington’s Most Wanted Friday night at 9:30 on JoeTV and 11 p.m. on Q13FOX.

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“This project has been discussed openly since 2013, but it’s clear that people are seeking further clarification, and we want to ensure everyone has a chance to be heard,” said Ladenburg, who represents the Fourth Council District. “It’s also an opportunity for those who may not know the full story to get informed and ask questions. We want to be open with the most up-to-date, accurate information as possible.” County Executive Pat McCarthy, county department heads and representatives of the Wright Runstad development team will help explain the project and the process at the meeting as well as field questions. “This is a very important decision that affects the whole county, so it’s essential that everyone who’s interested understand the background and objectives,” said Young, the newly-elected representative of the Seventh Council District. “There have been a lot of conversations at public meetings, but I want to make sure we go the extra mile.” Previous meetings were held earlier this month. A vote on the idea is in the works for Jan. 27.

“We looked at different options to find the best fit for the needs of Pierce County’s 800,000plus residents,” said Talbert, who serves the Fifth Council District. “Recent neighborhood meetings have been very productive in collecting helpful comments about the impact on the Lincoln and McKinley areas. This additional meeting gives the broader community an opportunity to ask questions and share comments with county leaders.” At the heart of the issues is that many government offices are scattered around Pierce County in leased spaces that are either too small or in need of costly renovations, and the county’s design to return the high-profile former hospital site on Pacific Avenue to productive use. Pierce County Facilities Management began a two-year analysis of all facilities in 2009 with the goal of improving services and saving money by consolidating and co-locating most generalgovernment offices into a onestop shop of County services. The group issued its report in 2013, a study that recommended a new general government build-

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ing rather than continuing leases in outdate facilities. The working deal for a new facility calls for Wright Runstad to build the office complex under a lease-to-own agreement with Pierce County at a cost of about $90 million. The new, 300,000square-foot administrative office hub would house about 1,300 county employees, including the Pierce County Health Department, on nine floors as early as late 2016. But some Tacomans believe the hub might make county services less accessible since the Pacific Avenue and South 36th Street site is located outside of Tacoma’s downtown core and has limited transit service. “The county staff chose a location that works in direct opposition to all the work the city has done to revitalize downtown,” said public critic of the plan Clau-

dia Riedener. “The main reasons for the location, according to staff, are view, plenty of open free parking and easy access to highway ramps for staff. The public in need to get to services has not been taken into account. How will people get from the downtown court to pay licenses or fees in the new castle upon the hill?” She is a member of a community coalition of residents and businesses gathered against the project without further study and community discussions. “Dense urban centers are more livable, attractive, economic and ecological. Tacoma needs to move away from car-centric suburban like sprawl,” she wrote in a letter to the council on the issue. “We have an opportunity to create vibrancy and grow small businesses around the county services building on Tacoma Avenue downtown.”

A woman arrested for shoplifting at a Hosmer Street store on Jan. 4 won’t be winning a spelling bee anytime soon. The woman claimed to have no form of identification and would not give a social security number, only giving a name that didn’t match any records. When asked to spell the name, she forgot a few letters. When called out on this, the woman claimed that that was her new name. She was arrested and booked into Fife jail for third-degree theft and hindering an investigation. A woman pulled over for driving without her headlights on Jan. 3 quickly learned that asking the same thing over and over with an officer doesn’t get you very far. When the woman was pulled over on Sprague Street, the officer immediately noticed the smell of alcohol. When asked if she wanted to perform voluntary DUI tests, the woman said she just wanted to get out of the vehicle and walk to a friend’s. The officer told the woman, who had already admitted to drinking whiskey and margaritas, that wasn’t really an option and continued to ask about the tests. This exchange happened again and again for several minutes until the woman claimed she did not want to take the tests. The officer then arrested the woman for driving under the influence and transferred her to Fife jail, where she blew a .151 and .146. Compiled by Derek Shuck

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trespassers and free of hazardous materials. One of Anderson’s businesses had a free window in its three-year backlog, so it was decided that scrapping the ferry would fill the vacant slot. It was a future that was inevitable when plan after plan after plan after plan failed to materialize. Rogrigues had wanted to find $25 million in backing to fully restore the ferry for use as a floating museum on Puget Sound. No funders materialized and even that restoration estimate was likely low. “It wouldn’t matter how deep your pockets are,� Anderson said. “It is just too far gone.� He said the best time to restore the Kalakala was 50 years ago. The vessel retired from its ferry duties and was sold in 1967 and towed to Alaska. It served as a floating crab processor before being sold again. It was grounded on the shoreline of Kodiak, Alaska and dirt was filled in around it so that the ferry’s shell could be used for seafood processing. It sat in the dirt for decades, abandoned after the processing business failed. A Seattle artist resurrected it in 1998 with dreams of restoring the icon. But those plans never found footing. The saga continued with new plans, new owners, new locations – each time failing because of lack of dollars and overstayed welcomes. The Kalakala Foundation went bankrupt in 2003. Rodrigues took on the cause and faced similar issues. And now the story is set to end. News that the Kalakala is set for the scrap heap prompted offers from moneyed people for funding, Anderson said. But no amount would be enough. “It’s just way too far gone,� he said. “I think she is just holding on so that she can have a decent burial.� It will get that if all goes well later this month.

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after crews determine how much metal can be salvaged. But $500,000 is the working estimate. Anderson has already spent that much to clean and secure it so far. And he never wanted to own it in the first place. “The two happiest days of a boat owner’s life is the day he buys it and the day he sells it,� Anderson said. “But I still think I did the right thing.� His journey to boat ownership started 10 years ago when the Kalakala’s former owner, Steve Rodrigues was being evicted from mooring facilities on Neah Bay. It had already overstayed its welcome in Seattle and plans to relocate it to Clallam County were rejected. The Kalakala was homeless. Rodrigues was desperate. “I felt sorry for him,� Anderson said. “He didn’t have any resources. All he had was a dream.� Anderson allowed Rodrigues to tow the heavily rusted hulk to a spot on his Hylebos industrial property temporarily so Rodrigues could work out restoration plans and a permanent home. A decade passed. The Coast Guard deemed it a hazard in fear of sinking in waters used for commercial shipping traffic in 2011, when it began to take on water and was visibly listing. Moorage fees weren’t getting paid, the Kalakala wasn’t being repaired and the Coast Guard wanted it gone. Anderson became the Kalakala’s current owner when he sued Rogrigues over back rent and “won� the ferry in a foreclosure judgment. He has spent a half of a million dollars to keep the Kalakala from sinking, secured from

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acomans looking for not just T good food but a true restaurant to relax and celebrate should visit the Mandolin Sushi and Steak House, located at 3923 S. 12th St. The Steakhouse’s mood lighting mixed with several large TV screens creates a venue that entertains as much as it fills stomachs. “Whether it’s birthdays or anniversaries, people are always celebrating and people leave here very happy,� owner Mrs. Song said. Song’s goal for the restaurant is to provide an atmosphere that people will want to return to. “It’s easy to get fast food when you’re hungry but we want you to come back here not just for the food but because we have good service and you

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ASA TO HOLD MEDICAL CANNABIS DAY AT CAPITOL “Washington voters never intended for Initiative-502 to act as a tax on the sick, and adult-use campaigners vowed there would be no changes to the state’s medical marijuana law.” – Kari Boiter, ASA’s Washington State Coordinator

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he Washington chapter of Americans for Safe Access will be holding a medical cannabis day at the state capitol in Olympia on Jan. 22 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. to inform lawmakers of medical marijuana patients’ views on potential law changes. The event will include a rally on the capitol steps with more than 200 registered participants, as well as more intimate pre-scheduled meetings with lawmakers and staff to make sure patients’ voices are heard. “Medical cannabis is going to be a big topic [at the upcoming session], and we want to make sure patients have their voice heard early and often throughout the session,” ASA’s Washington State Coordinator Kari Boiter said. “We have to set the groundwork to make sure everyone has the tools they need. We have advocacy appointments for everyone in advance, and constituents from 41 of 49 lawmakers will be in attendance.” ASA intends for the rally day to inform lawmakers about the issues facing medical marijuana use in the state in the wake of Initiative-502, as its tight licensing restrictions could end up affecting medical marijuana dispensaries and businesses should those dispensaries be rolled up into the complicated recreational use laws. “Instead of trying to fit a square peg in a round hole by forcing medical marijuana into the adultuse program, policymakers should be adopting a regulatory framework that fully implements the

state’s 16-year-old medical use law, thereby better protecting and preserving the needs of patients,” Boiter said in a press release. “Washington voters never intended for Initiative-502 to act as a tax on the sick, and adult-use campaigners vowed there would be no changes to the state’s medical marijuana law.” Laws regarding medical marijuana were in place long before recreational use was legalized, and Boiter and the rest of the ASA want those same protections to continue. “We really want everything to be from the perspective of what the patients need moving forward and [lawmakers] protecting the businesses they already have been for 16 years,” Boiter said. “We want to make sure the voices of patients don’t get lost in the shuffle.” ASA hopes the event can serve as a framework for patients going forward, informing them on how to get in contact with their local lawmakers and let their voices be heard with or without ASA assistance. “We’re going to make sure from this event that people know how to contact their given constituents to continue to be heard with guidance from us or without guidance. We’ll be letting people know when hearings are coming up,” Boiter said. “We’re trying to find those people who will make sure we are being looked out for without the interest of money.” For more information on the rally day or ASA, visit www.safeaccessnow.org. Attendees can register for the event beforehand at www.eventbrite. com by searching “2015 medical cannabis day at the capitol.”

POT HEARING SET FOR FEB. 3 By Steve Dunkelberger stevedunkel@tacomaweekly.com

Tacoma City Council has set a public hearing to hear comments about a proposal of land-use regulations regarding the production, processing and retail sale of recreational marijuana. Most noticeable is that the rules would not distinguish between retail sales and medical marijuana operations since the state has not established laws that would distinguish between them. The hearing is set for 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 3 in the City Council Chambers. The city currently has interim regulations concerning marijuana, which were enacted following the passage of Initiative 502 that legalized recreational marijuana sales in 2013 and became law last year. The rise of licensed and regulated retail operations, however, has prompted

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FLU SEASON HITS PIERCE COUNTY By Derek Shuck

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Now that the holidays are over, the less attractive parts of winter have started to come to the forefront, including the unfortunate reality of flu season. Though many people overlook how dangerous influenza can be, the Pierce CountyTacoma Health Department would like to remind everyone that it can be a very serious situation for high risk groups, including seniors over 65, children under five and people with underlying medical conditions. “For people in high risk groups such as the elderly, very young, pregnant women and people with chronic health conditions who get the flu, it’s best for them to contact their medical provider,� said Communicable Disease Division Director Nigel

t Hospital the Pierce County community. Pierce County sits at the very bottom in terms of inpatient psychiatric capacity, with only 2.8 beds per 100,000 people in our community. This compares with 14.2 statewide and 27.1 in King County. This need would be helped along with the potential $41 million psychiatric hospital. “Our community has a critical need to improve access to behavioral health services,� said Tim Holmes, vice president of behavioral health at MultiCare. “Together, we have a major role to play in addressing this need. We believe in improving the health of our communities and this supports our mission.� A Washington State Supreme Court opinion earlier this year upheld a Pierce County Supreme Court ruling affirming that patients in psychiatric

Turner. “For other adults, there are some specific times when adults should seek medical care. These include difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen, sudden dizziness, confusion, severe or persistent vomiting and flu-like symptoms that improve but then return with fever and worse cough. For children, it includes fast breathing or trouble breathing, bluish skin color, not drinking enough fluids, not waking up or not interacting, being so irritable that the child does not want to be held, flu-like symptoms that improve but then return with fever and worse cough, and fever with a rash.� Though the flu can be dangerous – there have been 10 deaths in Pierce County so far this season that have been caused directly by the disease – most times it can be self treated with rest and self-

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thing you can do to keep the flu under control. “Do not underestimate things like hand washing, which can make a big difference to those most at risk,� Turner said. “Staying home when sick is very important.� Flu season began in early December and has now hit Pierce County in force. The season will stick around until the weather begins to warm up and the sun returns in March. “Remember, it’s not too late to get a flu shot. People can go to the TacomaPierce County Health Department website to get more information about the flu in our community and where to find flu shots near them,� Turner said. The health department website can be found at www.tpchd.org/index.php for flu shot locations and additional information on various illnesses in the community.

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Clare Hospital, a part of CHI Franciscan Health. “Our goal is for all patients to receive the appropriate, attentive care they need.� MultiCare Health System and CHI Franciscan Health are the largest health systems in Pierce County and have successfully worked together before, including bringing Level II trauma service to the region for the past 15 years. CHI Franciscan Health is a local non-profit Health system. Franciscan’s facilities include St. Joseph Medical Center, St. Clare Hospital, St. Francis Hospital, Harrison Medical Center, St. Anthony Hospital, St. Elizabeth Hospital, Franciscan Hospice House and the Highline Medical Center. MultiCare is made up of five hospitals including Allenmore Hospital, Auburn Medical Center, Good Samaritan Hospital, Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital and Tacoma General Hospital, numerous outpatient specialty centers, primary and urgent care clinics, as well as a variety of other services and community outreach programs

A study of the Pierce County Ferry System is underway to evaluate potential alternatives for the system, such as changes to the schedule and improvements to existing facilities. During the Waterborne Transportation Study, Pierce County will analyze population and demographic changes projected through 2034, identify changes to ferry service that would enhance the economic vitality and livability of Anderson and Ketron islands, evaluate the financial sustainability of the system, and evaluate the 14-year capital needs of the system. The study and resulting plan are expected to be complete in late spring 2015. “This process is an opportunity to review the current status of the ferry system and develop new ideas to benefit the system and our ferry riders,� said Deb Wallace, Public Works and Utilities airport and ferry administrator. A study advisory group will provide input on the needs of the ferry system and the implications of any alternatives to ferry staff. BERK Consulting, a Seattle firm, has been hired to lead the study on the county’s behalf. The next meeting of the advisory group will be held 1:30-3:30 p.m. Jan. 14 at the Steilacoom Community Center, 2301 Worthington St. in Steilacoom. The 10-member group is made up of stakeholders including ferry riders, residents from both islands, and repre-

sentatives from the Town of Steilacoom, Anderson Island Fire and Rescue, and Steilacoom Historical School District No. 1. The group is expected to meet 1:30-3:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month at the Steilacoom Community Center through May. There will be an opportunity for public comment during the meetings. The study will be completed in three phases. In Phase 1, which started in November and will last through January, the current status of the ferry system will be assessed to understand the system’s history and outlook, and identify key challenges and opportunities for the future. The county will analyze population and ridership, fare structure and ticketing system technology, the system’s finances, and service including vessels, terminals and operations. Riders will also be asked to take an origin and destination survey. The county will develop alternatives for the ferry schedule, fare structure, ticketing technology, and cost and revenue strategies during Phase 2 in February. In Phase 3, which runs March to May, the potential impacts of the alternatives to ridership, finances, customers, and communities will be examined before the plan is developed. During this phase, Pierce County will host two public meetings to share the proposed alternatives and gather feedback.

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DetROIt’S bANkRUPtcY IS leSSON IN whAt NOt tO DO By Don C. Brunell Last month, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Detroit approved $178 million in legal and consulting fees as the city exited bankruptcy protection. It is the most expensive municipal restructuring in our nation’s history, and the money paid to lawyers and consultants alone is more than it cost to run the entire Seattle City Fire Department last year. To put its total debt in perspective, the amount Detroit owes its creditors is equivalent to the entire Washington state budget for this year. Once America’s fifth largest city, Detroit has seen its population drop by 60 percent. Unemployment stands at 16 percent and 36 percent of its residents live in poverty. Detroit’s property tax rates are the nation’s highest, exceeding 4 percent of market value for some buildings. This has caused potential investors to shy away from purchasing any of the city’s large stock of abandoned homes, because they get assessed at far above their actual worth, leaving owners with inflated property taxes. The city currently owes $3.5 billion to its pension funds. Currently about 21,000 retired city employees and their widows receive around $1,600 per month. The problem is, every day there are fewer workers contributing to the fund to cover payouts. Present-day Detroit is a testament to what happens when you have a bad business climate. The phrase “business

climate� means little to the average person, but elected officials know full well that without a good business climate – low taxes, reasonable regulatory costs, freedom to innovate – jobs and vital tax revenues go away. Actually, what happened in Detroit isn’t that different from many families who run up their credit card bills. Rather than cut up their credit card and pay their debts, they just keep spending up to their limit. Ultimately, they end up in bankruptcy. To support its unsustainable spending, Detroit increased taxes on the city’s businesses and residents. Detroit has one of America’s heaviest tax burdens and offered notoriously bad services in return. For example, police response time average almost an hour and 40 percent of the city’s streetlights don’t work. As a result, businesses – and the jobs they provided – fled to cities with safer neighborhoods, lower taxes and better services. Columnist Thomas Sowell nicknamed this downward economic spiral the “Detroit Pattern� – “increasing taxes, harassing businesses, and pandering to unions.� In some ways, Seattle was like Detroit at one time. Detroit relied entirely on the American automakers while Seattle relied on Boeing. Many long-time Puget Sound residents recall that 1972 billboard as Boeing struggled: “Last one out of Seattle, turn out the lights!� But Seattle learned from its mistakes and diversified its economy. While Boeing

remains a key employer, the Puget Sound region is now home to major software, health care, retail and service industries and is a place tourists like to visit. Detroit could do the same, but first it must shed its punitive tax policies and make the city more attractive to employers and investors. New Geography writer Scott Beyer writes: “Detroit could also help its cause with a business climate that better encouraged entrepreneurship. For decades it has done the opposite. It has squelched small businesses, which are generally better at creating jobs, with a cobweb of protectionist regulations.� The Detroit bankruptcy holds important lessons for our city, county and state leaders as they consider regulatory, pension and tax policy. First, as hard as it is, keep pension costs under control and fund them. Second, don’t over tax employers or impose repressive and costly regulations. Finally, foster a climate where entrepreneurs can create jobs and produce tax revenues. Employers talk a lot about the importance of maintaining a good business climate. Detroit’s bankruptcy is a cautionary tale of what happens when elected officials won’t listen. Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He recently retired as president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and now lives in Vancouver. He can be contacted at theBrunells@msn.com.

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Dear Editor, Since January 2014, The News Tribune has dropped over 2.6 million plastic bag wrapped advertisements in our neighborhoods. These bags are thrown from moving vehicles and land in our gutters, streets and sidewalks. The bags get run over, deteriorate and wash straight down the storm drains and unencumbered into the Salish Sea. Even if you opt-out the bags keep coming‌. Please tell the News Tribune to stop this unconscionable practice of polluting Tacoma and surrounds with plastic trash. Over 2.6 million plastic bags thrown about in one year – think about that. Starting in 2015, environmental services fees have gone up for all of us. We all pay for Tribune plastic ad-bags ending up in the waste and recycling stream. The Tribune simply gets to throw them at us without dealing with the clean-up. Claudia Riedener Tacoma Dear Editor, Hello and Happy New Year to all of the wonderful staff at Tacoma Weekly. I just want to take a moment to thank you for highlighting Tacoma students and their accomplishments through artwork. I greatly appreciate your support of Tacoma students and most specifically, Truman Middle School students. I want you to know how very excited we are every time you mention our students’ names in your paper. We like to stress authentic opportunities for presentation. By publishing their work you provide a platform for our students to shine and give them inspiration to pursue their talents. Thanks again for being such a committed partner to our schools. Ms. J. Johnson, Principal Truman Middle School ]

Dear Editor, Thanks for including the guest editorial last week from Laura Finley, “Make Commitments, Not Resolutions.� With Tacoma and the surrounding area being a beehive of social activists we should be abounding in the emotional resilience she mentions. Somehow in our wonderful world there is still room for improvement. It is amazing where creative passion may lead you to volunteer. RESULTS, a group I volunteer with, is mentioned prominently in the WuDunn/Kristof book “A Path Appears: Transforming Lives, Creating Opportunity.� RESULTS Tacoma volunteers have been successful in lobbying our members of Congress to support Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance which has been saving millions of lives with low cost vaccines. Later this month we hope that the U.S. will step up to the plate in its giving at the pledging conference as the UK and Canada have already done. You may research RESULTS.org to see other possibilities for your efforts globally and in the U.S., or concentrate on our beautiful area abounding with projects needing an extra nudge. Phyllis Bjorkman RESULTS Tacoma co-leader Dear Editor, New Jersey’s system of medical marijuana regulation, which requires all patients obtain a state-issued patient identification card to possess and purchase medical marijuana, in tracked sales, is unconstitutional. Federal law still criminalizes marijuana. New Jersey medical marijuana patients must not be forced to incriminate themselves federally in order to obtain their medicine and be protected from prosecution under state medical marijuana statutes. In 1969, the United States Supreme Court struck down the federal Marihuana Tax Act of 1937 on the grounds that payment of the tax was a violation of the constitutional right against selfincrimination (Leary v US). It is fine if the State of New Jersey wishes to offer voluntary patient registration. But forcing patients to create criminal evidence against themselves that could later be used against them in a federal prosecution, to be able to purchase statelegal medical marijuana and have a defense against state-level marijuana charges, is blatantly unconstitutional. A valid physician’s recommendation is the only document that should be required for a patient to be protected under New Jersey’s Compassionate Use Medical Marijuana Act. Washington and Oregon should take note of this legal conflict and avoid repeating the same mistakes in their medical marijuana programs. Eric Hafner Toms River, NJ

Cities around Washington are in a bit of a pickle when it comes to medical marijuana operations even if they want to allow patients to gain their medicine through the collective garden rules. The state for years had allowed patients who use cannabis products to gather together to grow and manufacture marijuana for pain control, stress management, as a treatment to counteract the side effects of cancer treatments and other issues under a loose guideline of non-enforcement of possession laws. Then voters approved recreational use of marijuana under a set of strict oversight, taxation, security and licensing rules. Initiative 502 never addressed medical marijuana operations, which ended up being rolled into recreational-use laws. Tacoma and other cities that were decidedly supportive of medical marijuana operations in theory are now in a tough spot since co-op pot operations are now largely in violation of city and state law for not following recreational-use laws. Washington lawmakers would be wise to address the issue by either establishing laws particular to the medical marijuana industry that address zoning, security, oversight, quality and taxation concerns or simply state that the guidelines patients and pot providers were using are now void with the establishment of recreational marijuana storefronts. That’s the simple solution, but not the right one since there are legitimate reasons marijuana should be treated as a medicine. But there should be more oversight than the current system, which doesn’t do much to protect patients from fly-by-night pot growers who sell their products as medicine only to dodge the taxation and controls under the state’s recreational-use laws. Regardless of what is right, lawmakers will likely punt the whole issue at the cost of patients in need of marijuana to curb their pains and nausea. The state has many, many, many issues on the upcoming legislative agenda and a track record of getting little done. Lawmakers have to develop a budget that allocates more than $2 billion for public education just to get out from under a contempt of court order about underfunding schools for decades. Then there is the growing cost of providing a transportation system that not only includes new construction of key projects but begins to address the backlog of repairs of roads, bridges and overpasses that are well beyond their usable lifespan. Toss in debates about ways to raise more money to cover rising costs in a political environment that is less than warm to the idea of new taxes, the state’s initiative to address climate change and pay increases for state workers, who have not had meaningful raises in six years. The 105-day session just isn’t long enough to get everything done considering inaction is the status quo in the halls of Olympia. Meaningful medical marijuana discussions therefore will likely just get lost in the smoke lawmakers will blow for those issues. That inaction will put cities in the position of 1.) either ignoring abuses by some pot peddlers who prey on legitimate patients for their own gain or 2.) establishing their own rules piecemeal to regulate a statewide issue that is increasingly important to residents. Neither route would produce good policy. But they are routes state lawmakers will likely force them to take.

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PHOTOS BY ERNIE SAPIRO

SLIP THE JAB! (top)Hometown slugger

Mike Gavronski connects with Dashon Johnson’s face in the main event. (bottom) Henry Foss alum Marquice Weston delivers a left hook to veteran Lamont Williams.

BATTLE AT THE BOAT 99 DELIVERS ANOTHER KNOCKOUT PERFORMANCE By Justin Gimse jgimse@tacomaweekly.com

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SUPER-STARS! (top) Jamael Cox and Byron Conforti congratulate each other on another Tacoma victory. (left) Nate Ford put three in the nets for his first hat trick of the season. (right) Stars’ new face J.J. Schmeck jumps for joy after scoring two goals against Oly Town. (bottom) Former Wilson Ram, Joey Gjertsen, rifles in one of his four goals against the Artesians. By Justin Gimse jgimse@tacomaweekly.com

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hile the news about the re-launched and undefeated Tacoma Stars has been building a head of steam around the South Sound, it looks like the Stars will be taking it to the next level before their first season in the inaugural Western Indoor Soccer League is in the books. The Tacoma Stars are finalizing a buyout and takeover of the professional Seattle Impact FC of the Major Arena Soccer League that would see the team finishing Seattle’s indoor soccer season out as the Tacoma Stars, as well as completing their WISL season, where they are currently at the top of the league standings. Earlier this week, the Stars organization announced that majority owner Lane Smith had gone through the vetting process and has been approved by the MASL league office to become a franchise owner. A graduate of Tacoma’s Lincoln High School, Smith is also the owner of the Sounders U-23, the Seattle Sounders Women’s club and the Tacoma Soccer Center. Smith, as well as Stars General Manager John Crouch, is regarded as one of the South Sound’s biggest proponents and supporters of local soccer.

The rumors of the Seattle Impact’s demise have been reported out of news outlets ranging from Seattle to Dallas, as well as the national Sporting News. Apparently it has worked out to be the perfect time for the Stars to go from a rebirth as a semi-pro team, to a full-fledged professional outfit, all within one season. Tacoma will take over the Impact’s spot and 3-10 record in the Pacific Division of the MASL with seven games remaining and will host three home games at Kent’s Showare Center. The division also includes the San Diego Sockers who were the nemesis of the original Tacoma Stars during their run together in the defunct Major Indoor Soccer League. In addition to San Diego, the division includes Ontario (CA), Turlock (south of Modesto), Las Vegas and Sacramento. Currently the MASL average attendance in just under 2,300 fans per match throughout the 23 teams of the MASL. Friday night, Jan. 16 could mark the return of the Stars to the professional ranks as they would host first-place San Diego at the Showare center. First kick is set for 7:30 p.m. The remaining two home games at the Showare for the MASL Stars would be Sunday, Jan. 25 against the Las Vegas Legends at 4 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 8 against Turlock at 4 p.m. It has not been announced where the Stars plan to play in u See STARS / page A11

It was another night of bell-to-bell boxing action at the Battle at the Boat 99 on Friday, Jan. 9 at the Emerald Queen Casino. With a few Tacoma fighters on the bill, the EQC showroom was bursting at the seams with a standing room only crowd hollering at the top of their lungs for their local favorites. In the end, the three Tacoma fighters left nothing but blood and sweat in the ring while delivering a win, a loss and a draw. The night started with a slugfest right out of the gates as Benny “Dirty” Vinson (1-1-0) of Portland faced Andres Reyes (1-0-0) of Yakima in the 135-pound division. It was a solid start for both fighters and looked like either one was capable of sending the other to the canvas. On my card, the two fighters split the first two rounds and then it appeared that Vinson started to lose his steam and his punches began slowing down. The judges agreed as Reyes took the four-round fight with a unanimous decision. Next up was a fight that started well and had the makings of something to talk about. Antonio Neal (2-1-0) from Sunnyside faced Ron “Pay the” Pryce (0-0-1) from Burnaby, B.C. in a 154 pound division matchup. It all came to a crashing halt just over a minute into the fight as Pryce took a straight-right to the face and fell backward to the canvas awkwardly. While going down, Pryce’s right leg appeared to bend sideways at the knee quite unnaturally and the fighter began rolling on the canvas clutching his injured limb. It was quite the letdown and the crowd gasped and moaned when the replay was shown on the EQC big screens. Neal was awarded the victory via technical knockout. Possibly the most anticipated fight of the night was next and the quickness of the previous bout seemed to rush the build-up. Former Foss Falcon, Marquice “Tree” Weston (4-0-0) would make his first appearance as a professional in his hometown after looking strong in u See BOXING / page A11

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Foss (5-1, 9-3) and came away with a hard-fought 64-56 victory over the Falcons. On Jan. 7, Wilson (5-1, 9-2) traveled to Lincoln and knocked off the Abes in a 55-53 heart stopper. Not to be outdone, the Falcons rolled into the Wilson gym on Jan. 9 and shocked the Rams with a 69-67 shocker. Look for these three teams to make serious noise in the district and regional tournaments. If the WIAA still ran a 16-team state basketball tournament, it wouldn’t be too farfetched to believe all three teams might be looking at a trip to the big dance. With only an 8-team state format to work toward, the final matchups between the three schools are going to be something fierce and exciting. Mark these big games on the calendar and cancel whatever else is planned. On Jan. 23, Foss visits seventh-ranked Lincoln. On Jan. 30, fifth-ranked Wilson travels to Foss. On Feb. 4, Lincoln visits Wilson.

Following a two-game weekend in which it successfully defending home court against Northwest Conference opponents, the Puget Sound women’s basketball team moved up in two national polls. The Loggers (11-1, 2-1 NWC) are 23rd in the recent D3Hoops.com poll, up two spots from last week. Puget Sound climbed one spot to 22nd in the USA Today poll. The Loggers beat Willamette (68-43) and Pacific (71-64) on Jan. 9 and 10. Katy Ainslie leads the team in scoring with 13.7 points per game, and is followed by Amanda Forshay and Emily Sheldon, who average 12.4 and 11.3 points, respectively. Forshay is Puget Sound’s leading rebounder with 7.2 per game. As a team, the Loggers rank first in the NWC in assists per game (14.8), second in rebounds per game (42.4), and third in scoring (69.7). Puget Sound returns to action when it hosts Lewis & Clark on Friday, Jan. 16, for a 6 p.m. tipoff.

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FIFTH-RANKED LIFE CHRISTIAN MOVES TO 14-0 ON THE SEASON

Mark Lovelady’s basketball team is finding the late-season pressure that comes along with an undefeated record. The boys defeated a determined squad from Chief Leschi 69-52 at home on Tuesday, Jan. 13. While the win kept the fifth-ranked Eagles at the top of the Pacific 2B standings, it was by a full 15 points less than the previous meeting where Life Christian ran away with the game 75-42 at Chief Leschi. “We can’t get complacent,” said Lovelady. “Our record means nothing right now and from here on out we’re going to get the best from every team we play. We’ve got a big target on us now.” While the team sits atop the league standings, it does so without having faced ninth-ranked Willapa Valley (11-1) who comes to visit the Eagles on Saturday, Jan. 24 for what could be the league championship. “It’s going to be a great matchup,” said Lovelady. “We’re going to have to play a lot better than we did tonight if we expect to beat them.” Life Christian boasts one of the taller starting lineups that can be found within the 2B state ranks. Luke Grocott and Luke Lovelady each stand 6-6, followed by Andy Comfort at 6-5, Reid Roelofs at 6-3 and Wyatt Dunlap keeping things balanced at 5-8. The Eagles have produced matchup problems for teams all season and look to take advantage of this through the end of the season and deep into the post-season. Life Christian’s girls moved to 7-5 on the season with a resounding 48-18 victory over Chief Leschi to open the night of basketball at LCA. The girls sit one game back out of first place with a logjam of teams at the top of the Pacific 2B standings. Look for it all to shake out as the remainder of the schedule consists of nothing but league contests.

THINGS ARE GETTING INTERESTING AT THE TOP IN BOYS 3A NARROWS

Much like what happens in the PAC-12 most seasons, the top 3A Narrows league teams have been beating up on each other. Lincoln and Wilson have been state powers as of late and they’ve been joined this year by an electrifying Foss squad at the top of the league standings. On Jan. 2, Lincoln (5-1 Narrows, 10-2 overall) visited

The Puget Sound men’s basketball team had five players score in the double digits to outshoot the Boxers of Pacific and win, 76-64. Erin Barber led the double-digit scoring charge for the Loggers with 14 points. Nick Holden and Kohl Meyer scored 13 while Keith Shattuck and James Osorio notched 11 points. Defensively, the Loggers made a huge adjustment in the second half to hold the Boxers to just 30 percent shooting from the field for 37.9 percent for the game. Puget Sound (7-4, 2-1 NWC) started the game trailing Pacific (6-7, 1-3) until mid-way through the half. Holden then made two free throws at the 9:07 mark and the Loggers regained the lead, 18-17. The period finished with the Loggers going on a 5-0 run all scored by Shattuck which gave Puget Sound a one point lead, 35-34, at halftime. In the second half, the lead flip flopped until the Loggers took control on a 9-3 run, capped off a Barber 3-pointer with 8:56 to go in the game. Puget Sound lead down the stretch and fought off multiple comeback attempts from the Boxers which included a block by Shattuck and a steal by Matt Reid. The Loggers finished the game on a 16-5 run ending with four made free throws from Meyer. The Loggers shot 49 percent (24-for-49) from the floor for the night and added 33 rebounds. Puget Sound bested the Boxers in most statistical categories. Puget Sound faces Lewis & Clark at home Friday, Jan. 16 at 8pm.

ACADEMICS NABS HONOR FOR UPS MEN SOCCER’S OLIVER FIELD

Oliver Field has been named an All-West Region Scholar Athlete by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA). The senior midfielder earned Honorable Mention with a 3.69 GPA while studying Economics. Despite missing a few games due to injury, the Portland, Oregon, native finished third on the men’s soccer team with six goals during the 2014 season. His three goals in the Loggers’ 3-2 victory over Gustavus Adolphus (Sept. 7) was one of the most memorable individual performances of the season for Puget Sound. Field also netted game-winning goals against Trinity Lutheran and Hamline in 2014.

UPS WOMEN SOCCER’S ACORDA-FEY NAMED THIRD-TEAM ALL AMERICAN

The Puget Sound women’s soccer team continues to add hardware as junior midfielder Amalia Acorda-Fey was recently named to the D3Soccer.com All-American Third Team. She is the only member of the Northwest Conference to be named a D3Soccer.com All-American. The Seattle native earned NWC Offensive Player of the Year after placing second in goals (nine) and third in points (21) as she helped lead the Loggers to their 13th consecutive NWC title. She was also named to the National Soccer Coaches Association of America All-West Region First Team

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DESTRUCTION! (top) “Grave Digger” put on quite a show for the Tacoma Dome masses with huge jumps, surprising speed and engine decibels that you could feel in your chest. (left) The 12th Man was well represented with local Roger Stidell and his sweet ride “Destroyer.” (right) “Zombie” lost those arms at some point in the weekend, but the gas-powered undead set of wheels kept on terrorizing the competition during Sunday’s event.

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in the future. At some point, Bigfoot broke or got stolen, along with the other seven bikes I had lifted over the years. What can I say? Tacoma was a little rougher back in the 80’s. Most likely, I have a mental block about what happened to it, because I seriously loved that Bigfoot. Fast-forward a few decades and the Monster Jam production was making another stop at the Tacoma Dome. Wallto-wall monster trucks inside the world’s biggest wooden structure? This is the sort of combination that created the word “awesome” in the first place. After years and years of watching the monster trucks do their business on the television, it was time for me to see it all in all its glory. Fifteen years ago, there was a monster truck and mud bogging show that I caught at the Ellensburg Rodeo, but there was only three trucks and it was a big letdown, so I pretty much have acted as though it never happened all these years. With my niece Hannah along for the ride, we headed into the cozy confines of the Tacoma Dome and found our seats. As soon as I saw the dirt oval set up for the competition, I was ready to let my innerchild run free and live it up. Upon hearing the first truck fire up its engine, my innerchild remembered it had a pair of earplugs in its pocket and quickly took care of the blast wave of decibels pounding my way. It was exhilarating. Monster Jam usually runs eight monster trucks during their shows due to the size of most arenas. When they come to the bigger dome here in Tacoma, they roll out 12, and I’m telling you that’s a radical mess of monster trucks. Gig Harbor’s Groth twins were in the house. Travis doing his thing in Trouble Maker and his brother Tyler was on hand in his truck Double Trouble. Another local driver, Roger Stidell and his truck Destroyer was a big crowd favorite, even though he didn’t win in the “Chicago” style time trials or the smash-up freestyle. On the back end of Stidell’s truck was a pair of flags that were very familiar to the crowd. One was a 12 and the other a Seahawk. It may sound like cheating with the flags, but if you’re a Seahawk fan, you know all about sporting your colors and your pride. The crowd believed him. When you hear the words Chicago style, you usually think of pizza. I know I do. In the world of monster trucks, however, it is a time trial followed by a head-to-head race around the oval. It’s exciting and let me tell you, these huge trucks can seriously move. The two fastest trucks were the world famous Gravedigger and the newer truck Son of a Digger. For some reason they matched up both of

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the MASL 2015/2016 season and whether a return to the Tacoma Dome is a financially feasible option. The Showare center, also the home of hockey’s Seattle Thunderbirds is built for hockey and indoor soccer, with sightlines built around both games. The current lineup of the Tacoma Stars would be playing in the MASL. It is not going to be a change of names, while keeping the Impact’s current roster. Meanwhile, the Tacoma Stars will continue their run in the Western Indoor Soccer League. Sitting in first place at 5-0 (8-0 overall,

these trucks after being the fastest in the time trials, so only one would move onto the finals and that was Son of a Digger by nearly a full truck length. The driver got out of his truck afterward, received a plaque from the PA announcer and climbed up into the crowd, delivering the win to some deserving fan. It should have been me, but I’m not complaining too much. While getting set up for each round, Monster Jam presented Team USA and Team Canada in three rounds of quad wars. The winning team would split $5,000 and they weren’t exactly racing polite. After seeing the sprint speed on these 250cc zippers, I’m set on moving out to the country and buying a couple for my wife and myself. Team USA took home the prize and the home crowd was appreciative. Did I mention that the Tacoma Dome was just about packed to the gills and this was the fourth show of the weekend? Apparently the Monster Jam folks are aware of the mud and the guts around here and have tapped into it quite effectively. After a short intermission show, the next presentation was freestyle motocross. You’ve probably seen it on television like I have. We’re talking about dirt bikes hitting a jump on one side, doing some acrobatics in the air and landing it on the other side down a ramp. While it’s pretty awesome on television, in person it is absolutely nerve racking and breathtaking. When it’s right there in front of you, it’s almost too much to handle. Almost. To close out the show it was time for the monster truck freestyle. Each truck would get a minute and a half to work their way around and over the jumps, cars and dirt and a panel of six fan judges would score each run. I should have been one of the judges. As a matter of fact, I should have been the foreman or captain of the judges and we would have gotten it right from the beginning. Instead, while they tried, they scored too low on the first runs and overcompensated on a few others. Lucky for the judges, the best run of the day was clearly by Son of a Digger and they scored it right. Combining massive air and awesome spins, the truck pretty much ran away with the show. The final truck was Gravedigger. He had a fantastic run that was cut short when he rolled over after a jump, which was possibly the coolest way to end a monster truck show ever. I’m hooked and I’ll be back. I still can’t figure out why I never attended one of these shows for all these years. I highly advise making plans to get some tickets the next time the big guys come through town. Now I’m going to go spend some time on eBay and see if I can’t find myself a gently used Bigfoot toy and make everything right with the world again.

including a season-opening exhibition win over the Seattle Impact), the Stars have already secured home field for their first WISL playoff game on Feb. 7 at the Tacoma Soccer Center. The finals will take place on Feb. 14. As it currently stands, the Stars would face the Oly Town Artesians (2-4) in the first round playoff game. The Artesians visited the Tacoma Soccer Center on Jan. 10 and left Tacoma with the worst defeat suffered by any team in the WISL this season; a 15-2 drubbing by the Stars. The game started fair enough for the Artesians, as they matched Tacoma goalfor-goal in the first period, closing the first 15 minutes

of play tied at 2-2. Tacoma would pump in four more goals in the second period and led 6-2 at the half. The third quarter saw Tacoma’s Nate Ford hammer in the first two goals of the half, and with the addition of his game-opener, earned himself his first hat trick of the season. Tacoma led 9-2 at the end of the third period and Olympia had no answers for the Stars exceptionally deep roster. Wilson High School hall of famer Joey Gjertsen, a former MLS player, added two goals in the fourth period that pushed his total to four for the game. J.J. Schmeck put two in the net to end the scoring for the game and a six-goal fourth period for the Stars. Former

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his first four outings. Weston would face veteran Lamont Williams (6-6-1) in a 180pound matchup. The EQC showroom was going nuts as Weston was announced and the hometown kid put on a strong show out of the gates. It was a busy fight by both fighters and appeared to be leaning toward Weston for the first couple of rounds. The final two rounds swung to Williams, as he seemed to get stronger as the fight wore on and Weston began finding fewer openings, while taking some solid shots from the more experienced fighter. In the end, one judge called it for Weston, and the other two ruled it a draw for a final ruling of majority draw. The crowd wasn’t exactly crazy about the outcome, but it was indeed a very equal fight. The Buckley sensation was up next and Jeremy McCleary (5-0-0) had his hands full with newcomer Damen Woods (0-1-0) from Portland in a 128-pound division contest. Woods didn’t exactly look like a boxer, but he certainly knew how to throw down as he delivered some serious blows to the favored McCleary. While McCleary was busier throughout the four-rounder, Woods had the bigger punches during the fight. In the end, the judges awarded a unanimous decision to McCleary and the Buckley faithful at the EQC were quite happy. Meanwhile, many in the crowd thought the fight was much closer than the scores announced after the bout. Tacoma’s Will Hughes (4-1-0) was up next against another EQC veteran in Virgil “Black Mamba” Green (9-3-0) from Vancouver, WA in a 142-pound contest. Hughes took little time asserting himself and dictating the flow of the bout in the first round, but was caught by a wicked shot near the end of the round that left him a bit staggered. Green opened up a cut over the left eye of Hughes in the second round and using his long reach, began finding his groove in the bout. In between the second and third round, the fight doctor had a long look at Hughes’ eye and it looked at though the fight may be stopped. Apparently it wasn’t as bad as it looked from ringside however, as the doctor let the scheduled six-rounder progress. Hughes showed well in the third round, but Green looked as though he had momentum on his side. The fourth, fifth and sixth rounds were solid for Green as Hughes was doing all he could to stay in the fight and not get sent to the mat. The judges awarded a unanimous decision to Green and it was well deserved. Had Hughes not had such an early injury, the fight may have been closer, but Green owned this fight. The main event of the evening was another hometown offering for the fight fans. Tacoma’s Mike “Imagine Me” Gavronski (15-1-1) would face another EQC

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veteran in Dashon “Flyboy” Johnson (15-17-3) from Las Vegas. Johnson was stepping in for Gavronski’s original opponent Louis Rose (11-2-1) who had to pull out of the fight due to personal reasons. On paper, it may have looked like a letdown when comparing the records of Johnson and Rose, but when the bell rang it was one of the best ten round fights of the past year at the EQC. It was a salty fight from the beginning, as both fighters’ styles really didn’t seem to jive too well with each other. The much taller Gavronski threw Johnson to the canvas after one first-round clutch and one wondered if the fight might get out of control by the end. While both fighters went after each other, the bout just seemed to chug along with neither boxer seeming to gain a clear advantage. Gavronski connected with some powerful shots on Johnson, but seemed to just miss landing them where they could do the most damage. Meanwhile, Johnson would play possum and then throw huge, overhand haymakers at Gavronski, with most of them connecting with the side or top of the Tacoman’s head. As the fight wore on, Johnson remained slippery and kept Gavronski from delivering any serious blows. However, Johnson wasn’t able to make much headway as the fight wound down to the end. After ten rounds the judges awarded a unanimous decision to Gavronski in a fight that was an awful lot closer than probably anyone in attendance anticipated. The next Brian Halquist Production will be MMA Super Fight League America III on Feb. 21 at the EQC. Battle at the Boat 100 will go down on March 28. For tickets and more information visit emeraldqueen.com.

Goalkeeper Aaron Anderson was stellar in front of the goal, giving up just the two and gave over to Chris Kintz for the final 15 minutes of the game.

The Stars will host the Wenatchee Fire on Saturday, Jan. 24 at the Tacoma Soccer Center in WISL action for the final home regular season game.

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could boost the film higher up on the restoration priority list. The work is underway now and could be done within the month. Sullivan is now seeking help to cover the $4,500 restoration bill and has plans to screen the 37-minute melodrama at a benefit. “If I have to pay it out of my own pocket, fine,” Sullivan said. “I was very nervous about how much it was going to cost, but that seemed so reasonable that I just told them to go ahead and do it.” The historical significance of the film can’t be understated, largely because very little is known about it other than its production, its cast, and its shooting locations. No one has seen the movie in decades, after all.

“For all we know, it is a lost masterpiece,” Sullivan said. “But just as a historical piece, it is pretty cool.” Photos promoting the film show sites around Tacoma that are either gone or have been heavily renovated. One scene shows a trolley car along Pacific Avenue in a key scene where the heroine is saved by a beggar while crossing the street. Possibly more important than the bygone images of local landmarks that will soon flicker on a screen once again is the place the movie itself played in film history. Weaver Productions was located at a complex at Titlow Beach and produced silent movies during the pre-Hollywood days of movie making. A few cottages used to house movie stars during filming still remain, but the production company was lost in a fire, along with many of its props, films and documents. The story

of Tacoma’s place in film history has largely been lost to time. Local filmmaker Mick Flaaen, however, has been researching Weaver Productions with sights on filming a documentary about its films. “This story really needs to be told,” he said. “I’m very passionate about it.” Former Tacoma Mayor and Tacoma Historical Society President Bill Baarsma agrees. He was one of the researchers who had been looking for copies of “Eye of the Totem.” “I knew it was available… somewhere,” he said. “We just couldn’t track it down. The fact that we can be able to see a glimpse of Tacoma and how it looked in the 1920s is exciting.”

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The film was directed by Woodbridge Strong Van Dyke. He was known as “One-Take Woody” because

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of his demand to shoot each scene as quickly and efficiently as possible. His first film was “Intolerance: Love’s Struggle Throughout the Ages” shot in 1916 under the legendary D.W. Griffith. The film made Van Dyke a rising star in the infant industry. He would go on to film 90 movies during his career. Short-lived H.C. Weaver Productions made three nationally released films starting with “Hearts and Fists” in 1926 as well as “The Heart of the Yukon” and “The Eye of the Totem,” both released in 1927. “The Eye of the Totem” was arguably the most popular. The 35-minute melodrama has Mariam Hardy (played by Wanda Hawley) persuading her husband (Monte Wax) to sell his lucrative land claim in Alaska and return to civilization for the sake of her daughter Betty (Anne Cornwall). A stranger then mysteriously kills the husband and escapes with his cash. The mother and daughter then find themselves walking penniless on the streets of Tacoma, even being saved by a blind beggar from being hit by a horse cart, according to The American Film Institute Catalog of Motion Pictures 19211930. The beggar (Bert Woodruff) then convinces Mariam to pretend she is also blind to beg for spare change and wait under the landmark totem pole for the

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sight of her husband’s killer. She gains enough money to send her daughter to a boarding school while she bides her time. Years pass. Mariam finally recognizes a café owner named Philip LaRue (Tom Santschi) as the murderer and sets out to catch him. Meanwhile Betty and her boyfriend have a chance encounter with the café owner and unknowingly plan to have tea with him. Police swoop in and save the day. LaRue dies dramatically, and Mariam reunites with her daughter as the screen fades to black. Everyone associated with the film was either a star or a rising starlet. Hawley, for example, was a popular leading lady of the silent era who specialized in sweet romantic comedies

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and romantic dramas. She rose to stardom in Cecil B. DeMille films and later starred in films for director Sam Wood. Cornwall was starting her career when she played the role of Betty in “Totem” but would go on to star in “College,” alongside Buster Keaton and “Men O’War,” with Laurel and Hardy. Woodruff had bridged the world of touring vaudeville troupes to film acting to become a leading man of his time. He entered pictures in 1916 with D. W. Griffith, appearing in “Jim Bludson,” “Veteran Sinners,” “Children of Dust,” “Flaming Gold,” “The Barrier,” “The Fire Brigade,” “Spring Fever,” “Speedy,” “Masked Money” and “The Awakening.” He appeared in nine Charles Ray films and in “Song of Kentucky” in 1929. He also had directing and writing credits during his career.

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New LeMay exhibit showcases classic trucks

1 1. This 1956 Ford F-100 is on loan from Jeff and Edith Frank, and it’s been in the Frank family since they found it at a Shell Station in Federal Way in 1963. The truck underwent only moderate restoration for years until Peter Len of Custer’s F-100 Connection modified it significantly in 2008. The drive train now includes a 302-cu-in Ford V-8, an automatic overdrive transmission and non-slip differential.

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n Jan. 8, LeMay – America’s Car Museum unveiled its newest exhibit, “Ford F Series: The Truck That Grew Up with America,” a collection of rare and mostly vintage pickups that illustrates the evolution of one of Ford’s most popular brands. But there is also a subtext, as emphasized by LeMay’s Chief Curator Scot Keller. Ford launched its F Series in 1948. The country was still shell shocked from World War 2, and a massive cultural sea change was underway. American industry was on the brink of a decades-long run of uninterrupted expansion. Citizens were migrating from small towns to sprawling metropolises in search of opportunity, their exodus hastened by a rapid expansion of the nation’s highway system; and a vibrant middle class was taking root in the suburbs with their malt shops, drive-ins and rock n’ roll. In essence, the 22 shiny vehicles LeMay has gathered illustrate that growth, as well, from the no-frills utility of the 1948 Ford F-1 to the new Ford F-150, a ride that’s quite posh in comparison. “You go back to 1948, you see a truck (that’s) closer to a farm implement,” Keller explained, providing a sneak peek to a group of local journalists last week. “You probably would have seen it in small towns as a delivery truck and on the farms and so on and so forth. “If you bookend that with the 2015 F Series ... it’s a full-on luxury car. So the evolution of the country and how transportation unfolded (in) our professional and personal lives – the truck has evolved with that.” Like LeMay’s previous exhibit, “Masters of Mustang,” the F Series show is scheduled for a six-month run with the possibility of being extended beyond June. All 22 Fords are on loan from private collectors for varying lengths of time, Keller said, and new ones will be rotated into the show. “The aim is to make sure we’re always changing,” Keller said. “We have the flexibility, given the design of the building, to move its location based on what our guests say, which will likely entail a whole new set of vehicles.” Meanwhile, here is a cross-section of what museum visitors have seen so far (photos by Ernest Jasmin).

2. Collections Manager Renee Crist places an ultra-rare 1951 Ford F-1 4 x 4 ranger. “It’s only one of 11 known to exist,” she said. “They only made 54 of them total.” Owner Bruce Leven performed a faithful, frame-on restoration after finding the truck on Whidbey Island.

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THE THINGS WE LIKE ONE JOHNNY MATHIS Legendary singer Johnny Mathis headlines a benefit concert to support Broadway Center’s arts education programs at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 8 at the Pantages Theater. Mathis is Columbia Records’ longest-running artist, celebrating nearly six decades in the music industry, and he’s best known for “Chances Are,” “It’s Not For Me to Say,” “Wonderful, Wonderful” and “Misty,” among numerous other hits. Tickets are available at www.broadwaycenter.org, with prices ranging from $89 to $169.

TWO FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT Grab your blankets and kick back with the whole family for this fun evening. Pre-movie activities begin at 5:30 p.m. with Bricks for Kidz using LEGO Bricks & Motors. The movie starts at 7 p.m. on Jan. 23 featuring

“Blended.” Preregistration is encouraged – $4 per person ages 3 and under are free. Movies are held at Chamber Creek Regional Park in the Environmental Services Building, 9850 64th St. W. in University Place. To register or for more information call 253-798-4141 or www. piercecountywa.org/parks

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FIVE DANNY GLOVER Tacoma’s Buffalo Soldiers Museum and the Broadway Center present beloved actor Danny Glover in an evening tribute to the famed Buffalo Soldiers, PHOTO BY BRIAN BOWEN SMITH African Heritage soldiers who served with unimpeachable distinction for a country that rarely appreciated their valor and sacrifice. Glover starred in the 1997 film “Buffalo Soldiers,” chronicling the regiment’s battles with Native Americans in 19th century New Mexico and the complicated racial tensions and realities that existed between the sides. Sunday, Jan. 25, 7:30 p.m. at the Pantages Theater. Tickets: www. BroadwayCenter.org.

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4 4. This is what the Ford F-1 looked like in the early 1950s. The red one rolled off the assembly line in 1951 and is owned by Terry Nicholson of Olalla. The yellow one is a 1951 model, on loan from Mike and Tim Tucci. 5. This 1948 Ford F-1 was driven around by a plumbing company in Minnesota before finding its way to Enumclaw where owner Don Martin found it in 1991. Its original sixcylinder engine has been replaced with a 1952 Mercury V-8. 6. This 1956 Ford F-100, owned by Paul and Lorrie Kelly, has been significantly updated with a Chevy 350 engine, a 700-R4 transmission and a 1954 Ford F-100 grill. 7. This 1952 Mercury M-3, from the John Hogan Collection, was originally used as a farm truck in Saskatchewan, in Canada. Mercury trucks were only built in Canada at Ford’s Windsor, Ontario factory at the time it rolled off the assembly line. 8. This 2000 Ford F-150 SVT Lightning, on loan from Chuck Fensch, is among the newer trucks in LeMay’s exhibit. The truck is fitted with a high-performance engine that allows it to reach 140 mph. Only 5,000 of these were produced in that year.

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YEAR OF THE RAM Monkeyshines set to complete the cycle of the Chinese zodiac with annual, citywide treasure hunt

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The Chinese New Year is right around the corner. This year, the lunarcentric holiday falls on Feb. 19. For the past 11 years, Tacoma has been fortunate to be visited by Monkeyshines, an art project undertaken by a mischievous and mysterious group of artists and volunteers that make glass balls emblazoned with the Chinese Zodiac symbol for that year. In 2004, the first year of the project, it was the Year of the Monkey and 200 glass balls were made and hidden around Tacoma as gifts to the finder. By 2012, the Year of the Dragon, Monkeyshines was putting out 500 pieces of glass art, hiding them on the local beaches, in the branches of trees, around downtown and in neighborhood parks. Now 2015, the Year of the Ram, brings the 12-year Chinese zodiac full circle and the magical monkeys of Monkeyshines are working away in their secret factories making glass floats and medallions. With the help of Tacoma Arts Commission and contributions from private citizens, Monkeyshines hopes to put out more than 1,000 glass floats in the days surrounding the Chinese New Year. Monkeyshines is not an organization; it is an event put on by anonymous artists as a random act of kindness and a celebration of the city. Akin to a giant Easter egg hunt, glass gifts are hidden in public places throughout Tacoma. Other artists have joined in the fun. For the past several

The 9th and 10th Horse Cavalry Buffalo Soldiers Museum’s mission is to educate, preserve and present the history and outstanding contributions made by America’s Buffalo Soldiers from 1866-1944, including WWII (1941-1945). The mission is achieved through educational programs, historic research, youth outreach programs and exhibits. The museum creates and disseminates knowledge about the history of the Buffalo Soldiers and their service and contributions. This is the story of the building of the Western Frontier. This is the forgotten story of American History.

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years, the poster-makers of Beautiful Angle have placed Chinese zodiac posters around town. Six years ago, a dude dubbed “Marbleman� began leaving handmade marbles all over town. Another entity, called “Moonsnail,� drops decorated shells on public pathways. Monkeyshines is about generosity and the freedom of giving and others have joined in the Monkeyshines spirit. There is talk of local potters making ceramic rams and of knitters making sheep. The kids of the Hilltop Glass Artists have been enlisted to help. The family of Monkeys is expanding. “So, what is your gift to Tacoma?� asks Miss Monkey, the official, unidentified spokesperson of Monkeyshines. “Will you leave poetry in a bottle? Maybe you can perform an act of kindness to strangers (buying someone else’s coffee, help-

ing with groceries, etc)? Whatever your particular gift might be, we’re asking that you share it with Tacoma.� Miss Monkey reminds those wishing to leave their own Monkeyshines creations that all gifts should be distributed only on public property. Monkeyshines is also soliciting financial help. Those who make a contribution of $100 or more will receive a candle cup embossed with the Year of the Ram symbol. The cups will be available for pick-up at Creative Forces in the Hotel Murano Tacoma. Find your own way to join in the fun. Around Chinese New Year get out into town and try to find your own prize. Remember, however that the first, second and third rule of Monkeyshine is: Take only one. Leave surprises for others to find. Inquiries can be directed to Ms_Monkey@hotmail.com.

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Buffalo Soldiers Museum presents “An Evening with Danny Glover� Jan. 25, 7:30 p.m. (Ticketed Meet-and-Greet, 6 p.m.) This event takes place at the Pantages Theatre, 901 Broadway, Suite 700, Tacoma Beloved actor Danny Glover hosts an evening tribute to the famed Buffalo Soldiers – African Heritage soldiers who served with unimpeachable distinction for a country that rarely appreciated their valor and sacrifice. Glover starred in the 1997 film Buffalo Soldiers, chronicling the regiment’s battles with Native Americans in nineteenth-century New Mexico and the complicated racial tensions and realities that existed between the sides. Glover has been an actor for more than 25 years, earning numerous awards and accolades for roles in films like Lethal Weapon and The Color Purple. He is also a renowned activist, currently serving as a UNICEF ambassador. Earning their name as Cavalrymen in the wilds of the American west, these regiments bravely performed their duties under General Pershing in World War I, in the Pacific Theater in World War II and in the Korean War. The Buffalo Soldiers Museum in Tacoma serves a mission to educate, preserve and present the history and outstanding contributions of America’s Buffalo Soldiers through educational programs, historic research, youth outreach programs and exhibits. The museum also creates and disseminates important materials about the history of the Buffalo Soldiers to include their heroic military service and key contributions. All net proceeds will benefit Tacoma’s Buffalo Soldiers Museum. Info: www.BroadwayCenter.org

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AUTHOR MARISSA MEYER LAUNCHES NEW BOOK By Ernest A. Jasmin ejasmin@tacomaweekly.com

In 2012 – following the release of her debut novel, “Cinder� (Fiewel & Friends, $17.99) – Tacoma’s Marissa Meyer became one of the hottest young-adult fiction writers in the country. Meyer’s New York Times bestseller, a sci-fi riff on the classic tale of “Cinderella,� kicked off her critically acclaimed series, “The Lunar Chronicles,� with the fourth and penultimate installment due on Jan. 27. It’s called “Fairest: Levana’s Story� (Fiewel & Friends, $14.78) and it reveals how the series’ most conniving character got to be so wicked. Meyer will celebrate with an appearance and book signing that will kick off at 6 p.m. on launch day at Tacoma Public Library’s main branch, located at 1102 Tacoma Ave. S. Meanwhile, here is some of what the author had to say about her decision to write a prequel, growing up in Tacoma and plans to bring her work to a theater near you. Tacoma Weekly: What was your favorite fairy tale as a kid? Meyer: I grew up with Disney movies, as I think most people do in our culture. So, for me, it was “The Little Mermaid.� I was completely obsessed with it. But then, when I was still very young, my grandma gave me a little book of fairy tales, and the first story in that book was “The Little Mermaid� by Hans Christian Andersen. I read it and was very shocked to learn that it was actually a really sad story and that the mermaid didn’t get a happy ending. It kind of left its mark on me. That was the beginning of my fascination with fairy tales and, in particular, some of these older, darker stories. TW: Have you thought of doing a book based on “The Little Mermaid� since that version stuck with you? Meyer: I actually did write a short story retelling of “The Little Mermaid� set in the world of “The Lunar Chronicles� that’s called “The Little Android.� That’s available for free on Watt Pad (www.wattpad.com). TW: What are some of your earliest memories of writing? Meyer: My very earliest was when I was maybe three or four years old. I wrote, in quotation marks, a story called “Rosie and the Rosebush� which was about this little girl who fell into this magical rosebush and got to run around and play with all these rose creatures. I remember telling the story to my mom who then typed it up on our ancient computer and printed it out so I could illustrate the pages. It kind of continued from there. I was always writing and telling stories. I would make up plays and force my cousin to act them out with me for our parents. I always had that storytelling imagination. TW: Who were some of your idols and influences as you got older and developed your own style? Meyer: One of my more modern inspirations has to be J.K. Rowling – of course, “Harry Potter.� She is incredibly tal-

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FANTASY. Marissa Meyer will read from her new book, “Fairest,� Jan. 27 at Tacoma Public Library. Admission is free.

ented. Her world building is phenomenal. I really admire the way that she was able to hint at things in the later books and drop in all this foreshadowing, which are things I’ve tried to live up to in my own books. But then ‌ she seems to have remained very grounded in the face of so much success. So I really admire her both as a writer and as a person. TW: Would you say growing up here shaped your perspective as a writer? Meyer: We have a really big creative community in this area. I don’t know why that is. I suspect it has a lot to do with the rain. You know, when it’s rainy then it’s the perfect weather to just kind of hunker down inside and read a good book or write a good story. The rain definitely inspired me, and whenever it’s raining I think, “It’s a great writing day.â€? TW: Take me back to the moment that inspired “The Lunar Chronicles.â€? It has its roots in fan fiction you were writing, right? Meyer: Yes, I wrote fan fic-

tion when I was a teenager. All through high school and college I wrote it for a Japanese anime called “Sailor Moon.â€? One day – back in 2008, I believe – I entered a writing contest for a “Sailor Moonâ€? fan fiction web site. The girl that was hosting the contest had made a list of about 10 things, and you had to choose two things from her list to include in your story. So the two things that I picked were to set it in the future and to include a fairytale character. For that contest, I ended up writing this science fiction retelling of “Puss in Boots,â€? and it was a lot of fun to write. I ended up not winning the contest, but I came away from that thinking that I loved that concept of combining these two very different genres, and I felt there was a lot of potential there. TW: What was your writing like before “Lunar Chronicles?â€? Meyer: A lot of that was fan fiction. That was definitely ‌ how I learned how to tell a complete story and build good characters and all of these things

that go into good fiction. But before “The Lunar Chronicles,� I did attempt probably about half a dozen different novels over the years. I never finished any of those. They all would get to a point where I’d feel like “I’ve lost interest in you� or “clearly you’re not working for me,� and I’d just set them aside. “Cinder� and the “Lunar Chronicles� were the first books that I had the idea for that I immediately felt like “I have something here. I’m really excited about this idea, and I have to get it published.� TW: The new book is a prequel about Queen Levana. What appeals to you about that character that made you want to tell her back story? Meyer: The final book, “Winter,� will be based on “Snow White.� So from the very beginning, as I was conceptualizing this series. I had this evil queen character acting as the main villain and tyrannizing all these different fairy tale characters. I chose to do “Snow White� in part because of this great evil

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script is potentially offputting to sensitive theatergoers, although masterfully delivered. Director John Munn uses the theater’s in-theround stage to highlight the “fly on the wall” essence of the script, which centers on the behind-the-scenes badgering and backstabbing that occurs in the sales scams involved in selling swamp land to reluctant buyers. The set James Venturini designed is spare to accent that point. Sales desks are void of family photos or personal effects. The desks are for making deals and only for making deals, after all. But it is the cast that ultimately makes this show work since the play is more about the humanity – or lack of it – shown in the characters rather than the storyline itself. Two actors, Joseph Grant (Levene) and Kyle Sinclair (Williamson), revisit the play, having previously acted in Munn’s staging of the work 20 years and 37 shows ago. And their experience shows in the nuances of their three-dimensional deliveries. But the remaining six members of the show – W. Scott Pinkston (Roma), Alan Wilkie (Moss), James Winkler (Aaronow), Frank Roberts (Linghk),

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B SHARP COFFEE: Live at the Auricle (spoken word) 7 p.m., NC, AA GREAT AMERICAN CASINO: The Sanction Band (dance) 9 p.m., NC JAZZBONES: Nearly Dan (Steely Dan tribute) 8 p.m., $10-$15; DJ Mack Long (DJ dance) 10:30 p.m., $5 KEYS ON MAIN: Dueling pianos, 9 p.m., NC LOUIE G’S: Stolen Society, Reach for the Sky (metal, hardcore) 8 p.m., AA MAXWELL’S: Lance Buller Trio (jazz) 7 p.m., NC STONEGATE: Crosswalk (rock) 9 p.m., NC THE SWISS: DJ Reign (DJ) 9 p.m., $10, NC ladies TACOMA COMEDY: Rod Man (comedy) 7:30, 10:30 p.m., $20, 18+ early show UNCLE THURM’S: CJK Band (jazz) 7:30 p.m., NC, AA

SATURDAY, JAN. 17 JAZZBONES: ILLFIGHTYOU, The Approach, Rat Path, 30 (hip-hop, hard rock) 9 p.m., $10-$15 B SHARP COFFEE: Toast with Rod Cook (blues, rock) 8 p.m., $5, AA BOB’S JAVA JIVE: The Native Sibling (singer-songwriter) 8 p.m. DOYLE’S: The Cold 102s (blues, funk, soul) 9:30 p.m., NC EMERALD QUEEN: Cedric the Entertainer (comedy) 8 p.m., $30-$75 GIG SPOT: Insuburban Avenue, Fire Away, Resisting Ordinary (alt-rock) 8 p.m., $6-$8, AA GREAT AMERICAN CASINO: Vietnamese pop night, 9 p.m., NC KEYS ON MAIN: Dueling pianos, 9 p.m., NC LOUIE G’S: Speakerbox, Mr. Von, Kurt Lindsay, D-Logic (hiphop, alternative) 8 p.m., $5, AA THE SPAR: Oly Mountain Boys (bluegrass) 8 p.m., NC STONEGATE: Crosswalk (rock) 9 p.m., NC THE SWISS: Kry (rock covers) 9 p.m., NC TACOMA COMEDY: Rod Man (comedy) 7:30, 10:30 p.m., $20, 18+ early show UNCLE SAM’S: Negative Inside, Strange Pleasure (rock) 8 p.m.

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DAWSON’S: Tim Hall Band (open jam) 8 p.m., NC B SHARP COFFEE: Tacoma Belly Dance Revue, 7 p.m., NC, AA NEW FRONTIER: Bluegrass jam, 3 p.m., NC THE SPAR: Kim Field & The Mighty Titans of Tone (blues, soul) 7 p.m., NC STONEGATE: Billy Hoffman and the All Star Band (classic rock) 8 p.m., NC THE SWISS: Puget Sound Music For Youth (teenage jam) 3:30 p.m., NC, AA TACOMA COMEDY: Battle of the Sexes (comedy) 8 p.m., $10, 18+

THE SWISS: Michelle D’Amour & The Love Dealers (blues) 8 p.m., NC

JAZZBONES: Rockaroke (live band karaoke) 11 p.m., NC STONEGATE: Rob Rideout Trio (rock) 8 p.m., NC

TUESDAY, JAN. 20 STONEGATE: Leanne Trevalyan (acoustic open mic) 8 p.m., NC

ANTIQUE SANDWICH CO.: Open mic, 6:30 p.m., $3, AA B SHARP COFFEE: Shady Day (rock) 7 p.m., NC, AA DAVE’S OF MILTON: Jerry Miller (blues, rock) 7 p.m., NC JAZZBONES: Ha Ha Tuesday with host Ralph Porter (comedy) 8:30 p.m., $5 NEW FRONTIER: Open mic, 7 p.m., NC

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 21 JAZZBONES: Roar N Represent (reggae) 9 p.m., NC

B SHARP COFFEE: Squirrel Butter and Hoot & Holler (vintage country, blues) 7:30 p.m., $5, AA DAWSON’S: Linda Myers Band (open jam) 8 p.m., NC NORTHERN PACIFIC: Open mic, 8 p.m., NC, AA PANTAGES: “Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles” (rock musical) 7:30 p.m., $29-$85 STONEGATE: Dave Nichols’ Hump Day Jam, 8:30 p.m., NC TACOMA COMEDY: Comedy open mic, 8 p.m., NC, 18+ TOWER BAR & GRILL: Michelle Beaudry (jazz guitar) 4:30 p.m.

THURSDAY, JAN. 22 DAWSON’S: Billy Shew Band (open jam) 8 p.m., NC

B SHARP COFFEE: Keith Henson Octet (jazz) 8 p.m., NC, AA CHARLEY’S: Blues jam with Richard Molina, 8 p.m., NC KEYS ON MAIN: Dueling pianos, 9 p.m., NC STONEGATE: Billy Stoops (open mic) 8 p.m., NC TACOMA COMEDY: Chad Daniels (comedy) 8 p.m., $10, 18+

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COMING EVENTS

TW PICK: SOUNDS OF BRASS CONCERT BRASS UNLIMITED 17TH ANNUAL SOUNDS OF BRASS CONCERT Sun., Jan. 18, 3 p.m. Tacoma Community College, 6501 S. 19th St.

Music of Dvorak, Stravinsky, Respighi, Gershwin and more. Featured ensembles are Brass Unlimited and a 14-member brass with percussion ensemble under the direction of John Falskow. Price: Free. Info: (253) 566-5000 THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE Fri., Jan. 16, 8 p.m. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, 7116 Sixth Ave. Six young people in the throes of puberty, overseen by grown-ups who barely managed to escape childhood themselves, learn that winning isn’t everything and that losing doesn’t necessarily make you a loser. Price: $20-$29. Info: (253) 565-6867 HABITAT RESTORATION WORK Fri., Jan. 16,9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tacoma Nature Center, 1919 S. Tyler St. Join Tacoma Nature Center for regular stewardship activities as they care for parks by removing invasive plant species, re-planting areas with native plants and helping those plants thrive. No experience necessary. Come dressed for the weather and prepared to get dirty. Work parties occur rain or shine. Children must be accompanied by adults. Price: Free. Info: (253) 591-6439

THE MAGIC OF THE PIPE ORGAN Fri., Jan. 16, 12:10-1 p.m. Christ Episcopal Church, 310 N. K St. Mark Brombaugh, co-director of music at Christ Episcopal Church, gives a sonic tour using favorite organ pieces including Widor’s iconic “Toccata” and multi-media to explore the distinctive sounds of our pipe organ. Price: Free. Info: (253) 383-1569 FAMILY NATURE WALK Sat., Jan. 17, 1-2 p.m. Oak Tree Park, 74th Street South and Cedar Street S. Explore Tacoma Parks during these seasonal naturalist-led family walks. Discover the amazing plants and animals that live in these parks and how they adapt in the different seasons. Not recommended for wheelchairs, strollers or children under 3, though all are welcome. Price: Free. Info: (253) 305-1000 CEDRIC THE ENTERTAINER Sat., Jan. 17, 8 p.m. Emerald Queen Casino, 2024 E. 29th St. Cedric the Entertainer has a gift

for wringing laughter from commonplace situations. With the release of hit movies like “Intolerable Cruelty,” “Barbershop,” “Be Cool” and “Lemony Snicket’s, A Series of Unfortunate Events,” he parlayed a career as one of the top standup comedians in America into a steadily growing resume as an actor, and has proved his worth as a true Hollywood heavyweight. Price: $30-$75. Info: (888) 831-7655 PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT Sat., Jan. 17, 6-9 p.m. Children’s Museum of Tacoma, 1501 Pacific Ave. Need a night out? Let the Museum entertain your children in a safe and fun environment. Sign up for Parents’ Night Out and treat yourself and your kids to some fun. While at the Museum your child will play games, explore the playscapes, create works of art and enjoy pizza and treats. All children must be able to use the toilet independently. Registration is required. Price: $30 per child; $15 each additional sibling. Info: (253) 627-6031 PROGRESSIVE CHRISTIAN WORSHIP SERVICE Sun., Jan. 18, 11 a.m. First Congregational Church, 7209 S. Puget Sound Ave. Join us on Sundays for a unique worship experience. Infused with traditional and contemporary elements that inspire and enlighten, our worship service also allows you to have your voice heard. We will never tell you what to believe and respect your right to interpret your faith, and we love to hear from you. During the service, if you choose, you can give your interpretation of the lesson. The pastor does not

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truly enjoy learning a new skill. Students will bring an acoustic guitar. All other materials provided. Price: $47. Info: (253) 272-3211

2015 MLK JR. UNITY BREAKFAST Mon., Jan. 19, 8-10:30 a.m. University Y Student Center, 1710 Market St. The 9th Annual MLK Unity Breakfast will recognize and celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King and his historic civic leadership that inspired a nation to strive for equality. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. This gathering honors the message of Dr. King and the progress he continues to inspire. Price: Free. Info: www.tacoma. uw.edu/mlk

ARGENTINE TANGO LESSONS Tues., Jan. 20, 7-9 p.m. Cultura Event Center, 5602 S. Washington St. Learn to dance Tango in the style of Argentina, where tango was created. Learn the art of connection and moving with another person in this incredible and versatile dance. Beginning class at 8 p.m., intermediate at 7 p.m. with 2 hours of classes and practice for all levels concentration on good social tango, not tricks or “patterns.” Taught by the South Sounds longest established tango teacher, with history as faculty at PLU and classes at PSU and TCC. Alumni includes other established instructors and dancers all over the country and the world. Price: $8.50-$12 singles; $13.50-$20 couples. Info: (253) 444-2314

EDUCATIONAL ENERGY SAVINGS DINNER Mon., Jan. 19, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Joeseppi’s Italian Ristorante, 2207 N. Pearl St. Homeowners and spouses are invited to attend a free and exciting dinner at Joeseppi’s. At this dinner you will learn how to significantly cut your energy costs, about government tax programs that pay you to improve your home and the latest technologies to make your whole house more comfortable. Price: Free. Info: (253) 761-5555

FOUND PHOTOGRAPHS Wed., Jan. 21, 12-5 p.m. Tacoma Community College, 6501 S. 19th St. What’s the story behind that old photo found in a drawer? What can vernacular photographs tell us about the personal and social history of America? Local artists work with “found photos” in a new show that opens with the start of Winter Quarter. Some artists create paintings or sculptures inspired by vintage photos. Others mix images with artifacts. Some artists take on social issues; others take the opportunity to explore family history. Price: Free. Info: (253) 566-5000

BEGINNING GUITAR Tues., Jan. 20, 6-7 p.m. Ted Brown Music, 6228 Tacoma Mall Blvd Whether playing the guitar is a new passion or a long desired goal, this class is for you. Reading music, playing basic songs, proper fingering, and more will be offered in this beginner class. This will be a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere where you can

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ARIES (Mar. 21 – Apr. 19) This week’s New Moon is influencing your social and work sectors. Secret agendas will be revealed spiraling a series of events. Alliances may shift as a result. Don’t cling to old beliefs or processes that really aren’t working for you. This is a time for change, so just go with the flow.

LIBRA (Sep. 23 – Oct. 22) Family matters will resolve themselves during the influence of this week’s New Moon. You work your magic on the home front transforming the atmosphere like only you can do. Just remember not to overdo it. Secure important papers before Mercury turns retrograde on the 21st.

TAURUS (Apr. 20 - May 20) If someone is acting strangely or distant, chances are it has nothing to do with you. They are immersed in dealing with difficult issues, so give them space. The New Moon’s influence will energize you to take on more work. Save important papers before Mercury retrograde on the 21st.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21) We can achieve anything we wish if we are diligent and possess the right attitude. The New Moon this week influences doors to open for you creating exciting opportunities and experiences. A friend or family member may need your hospitality or help in some way. Be generous.

GEMINI (May 21 – Jun. 20) A money matter that has been worrying you will work itself out during this week’s New Moon. A family member may need your help during this time. Do your part without being taken advantage of. Organize and secure important papers before Mercury turns retrograde on the 21st.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21) Who we spend our time with and how we spend it influences who we are. Surround yourself with like-minded people to keep on an even keel. On the other hand, maybe there is something missing for you and you need to look outside to grow within. The New Moon urges you to ponder this.

CANCER (Jun. 21 – Jul. 22) You may feel like you are being pulled in several directions at the same time. Pace yourself and handle your responsibilities in stride. This week’s New Moon will help guide you through this complicated time smoothly. Gather important papers and store in a secure place.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19) Your efforts at work are finally paying off. Those on top are listening to your pleas and working on a plan to set in motion.This week’s New Moon will bring you a better income or money from a reliable source. Secure important documents before Mercury turns retrograde on the 21st.

LEO (Jul. 23 – Aug. 22) There may be magic or love in the air this week during the New Moon on the 20th. Pamper your partner with your loving sunshine and fiery passion. Do something special for a friend or coworker who really needs an act of kindness. Show others just how much you have to offer.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18) Finish new projects before Mercury turns retrograde on the 21st. The New Moon’s powerful influence will help guide you smoothly through this transition. This will also be a great time to finish any old projects or ideas that you have already set in motion to move in a forward direction.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 – Sep. 22) If you feel like too many people are telling you what to do, how to feel and what to say then maybe there are some truths to accept. Redirect your temper and energy into positive ways to transform. The New moon’s influence this week will help to guide you on your journey.

PISCES (Feb. 19 – Mar. 20) This week’s New Moon brings you a cosmic awareness of a secret or deception concerning a personal relationship. This may spiral a series of events where long term decisions may be made. Think clearly, be understanding and show kindness to others. No worries – truth shall set you free.

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NOTICES TO: JADE WARD FOR THE MATTER OF: LANDRIE, CHRISTOPHER v. WARD, JADE CASE NUMBER: PUY-CV-CUST-2014-0139 The Petitioner has filed a Civil Petition for Custody against the Respondent in this Court. Both the Petitioner and Respondent have the right to legal representation in this case. This Court has a list of attorneys and spokespersons who are admitted to practice in this Court. The Respondent must respond to this Civil Petition within twenty (20) days after being served. The Respondent must respond by serving a copy of a written answer on the Petitioner and by filing this written answer with this Court along with an affidavit of service. YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to appear in the Puyallup Tribal Court on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, in the matter of which is located at 1638 East 29th Street, Tacoma, Washington, and you are to stay until this Court may hear this matter. YOU ARE SUMMONED to appear on Thursday the 28th day of January, 2015 at 2:30 p.m. for an Initial Hearing. FAILURE TO APPEAR AFTER RECEIVING NOTICE MAY RESULT IN A DEFAULT JUDGMENT. DATE: this 22th day of November 2014. TO: Shelby Monk In the Matter of: Puyallup Tribe vs MONK, Shelby Case Number: PUY-FH-SHELL-2014-0041 YOU are hereby summoned to appear for an Initial Hearing in the Tribal Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, which is located at 1638 East 29th Street Tacoma, Washington 98404. You are summoned to appear for an Initial Hearing on Tuesday March 17th, 2015 at 9:30 a.m. If you have any questions, please contact the court clerks at (253) 680-5585. FAILURE TO APPEAR, PLEAD OR OTHERWISE DEFEND MAY RESULT IN A DEFAULT JUDGEMENT. TO: MCCLOUD, Clinton R. In the Matter of: Puyallup Tribe vs MCCLOUD, Clinton R. Case Number: PUY-FH-SHELL-2014-0039 YOU are hereby summoned to appear for an Initial Hearing in the Tribal Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, which is located at 1638 East 29th Street Tacoma, Washington 98404. You are summoned to appear for an Initial Hearing set for the 3rd day of March, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. If you have any questions, please contact the court clerks at (253) 680-5585. FAILURE TO APPEAR, PLEAD OR OTHERWISE DEFEND MAY RESULT IN A DEFAULT JUDGEMENT.

NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF McFARLAND INTERNATIONAL, INC. Notice is hereby given in accordance with RCW 23B.14.030(3) that McFarland International, Inc., a Washington corporation (the “Corporation”) filed Articles of Dissolution with the Washington Secretary of State on December 3, 2014 to dissolve the Corporation, effective as of the date of filing. Any person having a claim against the Corporation is requested to present such claim in accordance with the terms of this notice. All claims against the Corporation must be submitted in writing to the Corporation at the following address: McFarland International, Inc. c/o Cedar Management Company, 5501 Pacific Highway E., Fife, WA 984242526. All claims must include (a) the name and address of the claimant, (b) the basis for the claim, (c) the amount of the claim, (d) the date(s) of occurrence of the event(s) on which the claim is based and (e) documents supporting the claim. In accordance with the provisions of RCW 23B.14, claims made against the Corporation may be barred if not timely asserted.

NOTICES Orchard Street Investors LLC, 245 St. Helens, Tacoma, WA, is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit. The proposed project, “19th and Orchard”, is located at the 1400 block of South Orchard Street in Tacoma, WA, in Pierce County. The site is just northwest of the intersection of Orchard Street and the SR16 westbound onramp. The project involves approximately 5 acres of soil disturbance for logging, clearing, arsenicimpacted soil remediation, and ultimate construction of a 120 unit multi-family housing development with manager’s office, access improvements, and utility extensions. Stormwater will be collected, conveyed, stored, treated, and released using temporary erosion control BMPs and permanent drainage improvements in accordance with City of Tacoma Surface Water Management Manual requirements prior to discharging to the City of Tacoma’s public stormwater receiving system. The receiving water is Leach Creek. Any person’s desiring to present their views to the Department of Ecology regarding this application may do so in writing within 30 days of the last date of publication of this notice. Comments shall be submitted to the Department of Ecology. Any person interested in the department’s action on this application may notify the department of their interest within 30 days of the last date of publication of this notice. Ecology reviews public comments and considers whether discharges from this project would cause measurable change in receiving water quality, and if so, whether the project is necessary and in the overriding public interest according to Tier II antidegradation requirements under WAC 173-201A-320. Comments can be submitted to: Department of Ecology Attn: Water Quality Program, Construction Stormwater PO Box 47696, Olympia, WA 98504-7696

VOLUNTEERS Math or Reading Help Wanted! Communities In Schools is looking for dedicated volunteers with an interest in tutoring 2nd grade readers at Sherman Elementary School on Wednesdays from 3:45-4:45 PM. Tutors are also needed at Mt. Tahoma High School with Algebra in the Math Boot Camp on Monday or Thursdays afterschool. This program is designed to help students improve their math skills/grades before the semester ends on 1/23. Please contact Trisha Tracy @ 571-3843 or ttracy@tacoma.k12. wa.us for specific information. Build a Brighter Future. Help a Student Read Dedication and tireless efforts are making a difference in our community. Communities In Schools is looking for dedicated volunteers with an interest in tutoring 2nd grade readers or to assist in the Homework Club at Fern Hill Elementary School on Wednesdays from 45 PM. Please contact Judy Merritt @ 571-3873 or jmerrit@tacoma.k12. wa.us for specific information. Help Students Graduate. The process of grooming kids for success can act as a powerful deterrent to dropping out of high school. Communities In Schools is looking for dedicated volunteers with an interest in tutoring 912 grade at Oakland High

School. Students need assistance in Algebra, Basic Math and English Monday - Friday. Volunteers must be consistent, reliable and willing to share their knowledge in one of the above areas weekly. Please contact Leigh Butler @ 571-5136 or lbutler@tacoma.k12. wa.us for more information.

A Student Needs You. The process of grooming kids for success can act as a powerful deterrent to dropping out of high school. Communities In Schools is looking for dedicated volunteers with an interest in tutoring 912 grade at Foss High School. Students need assistance in Algebra, English, Geometry and Trigonometry on Monday and/or Wednesdays. Volunteers must be consistent, reliable and willing to share their knowledge in one of the above areas weekly. Please contact Tiffynee Terry-Thomas @ 571-7380 or xx for details. Franciscan Hospice and Palliative Care Needs Volunteers Looking to have a positive impact on your community this year? Invest a few hours per week to support our patients and families. Read a book, listen to life stories, give caregivers a few hours to rest and renew. Apply your listening skills and compassion in a meaningful role as a Franciscan Hospice and Palliative Care volunteer.

VOLUNTEERS Comprehensive training and on-going support are provided. Join our caring and professional team to change lives-especially your own. Training starts soon. Call 1—855— 534—7050 to learn more or log onto www.chifranciscan.org and click on Hospice and Palliative Care under “Our Services”

Food Bank We are a local food bank on the east side of Tacoma, WA and are 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 Enzi 253-212-2778. Volunteer Math Tutor Tacoma Community House is looking for volunteers to help adults improve their basic math skills. Classes are Monday through Thursday 1:00-2:00 pm. The commitment is for one class weekly but we would love to have your assistance any day if you are available. Please contact Karen Thomas at (253) 383-3951 or a kthomas@tacomacommunityhouse.org for more information. Volunteer Classroom Assistants Looking for a rewarding experience? Help adult students improve their basic reading and writing skills. Classes are Monday through Thursdays 2:00-4:00 pm. Please contact Karen Thomas at (253) 383-3951 or kthomas@tacomacommunityhouse.org for more information. Help a Child Improve Reading One-on-one support makes a huge difference in an elementary student’s ability to overcome reading challenges. As a Read2Me Tutor, you can be that person who makes a difference. The Tacoma School District and the Tacoma Community House are partners in this endeavor and we are on the lookout for committed tutors for grades 1-3. Call Karen Thomas at (253) 383-3951 for more information. Hospice Volunteers Needed To Provide a Special Kind of Caring Franciscan Hospice needs volunteers with helping hands and open hearts to support terminally ill patients in homes and nursing homes in our community. As part of the Franciscan Hospice care team, you will provide companionship and support to patients and their families

in a variety of ways. Volunteers receive comprehensive training and support for this life-affirming work. There is a volunteer training starting soon. For more information, call us at (253) 534-7050.

EDGEWOOD COMMUNITY FISH FOOD BANK Seeking volunteers to staff Thursdays from 3:30pm 6:30pm and/or Saturdays from 11am-2pm . Those interested contact Community Coordinator, Kate Wright at 253-826-4654 Address: 3505 122nd Ave E Edgewood Donate time and receive free groceries. Volunteers needed with skills in management, organization, clerical, food handling, warehousing, maintenance etc. and receive free groceries from a Non-Profit Food Distribution Program. Older teens are welcomed to volunteer and gain valuable work experience. Contact Ms. Lee at (253) 6777740 for further information. PAWS NEEDS WILDLIFE VOLUNTEERS PAWS in Lynnwood is looking for volunteers to help care for wildlife this spring. Every year, PAWS cares for more than 3,000 injured, orphaned or abandoned wildlife. Join the team and you can help feed and care for these remarkable animals. It’s a remarkable experience you won’t find anywhere else! For any questions please contact Mark Coleman, Communications Manager, at 425-787-2500 x 817. These are exciting times and you can make a difference! South Sound Outreach Services invites you to be trained as an In Person Assister Volunteer to help Pierce County residents enroll online for health insurance in the Washington Health Plan Finder. Open Enrollment is October 1 until March 31st. Coverage begins January 1st, 2014 for those enrolled by December 15th. Interested trainees may call Heather at SSOS 253593-2111. You’ll be glad you did!

Become a Senior Companion today! Volunteers help frail or disabled seniors stay in their own home and maintain their independence. Activities include running errands, providing transportation or simply being a friend. Hourly stipend and mileage reimbursement provided. Requirements: must be 55+, serve at least 15 hours a week and be low-income. Drivers are especially needed currently. For more info call Julie Kerrigan, Program Director: 1(800) 335-8433, ext. 5686 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

VOLUNTEERS 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 volunteer@ nwfurniturebank.org or call 253-302-3868. Portland Ave Community Center Senior Programs We need a volunteer to host programs Tuesday & Thursday 9:30-12, & 1-2:30 pm at Portland Ave Community Center Senior Programs. Volunteer will be calling Bingo and doing some extreme crafting, gardening during spring & summer and into fall. If interested call Bonnie @ 253-2781475 Monday- Friday 8:30-4PM.

Ayusa International SeeksTacoma Host Parents for High School Exchange Students Ayusa International, a 30year-old non-profit that promotes global learning through the hosting of high school foreign exchange students, is seeking parents/families in Tacoma to host for the upcoming 2013-2014 school year. Ayusa students are 15-18 years old and come from more than 60 countries around the world including Brazil, Japan, Germany, Ecuador, France, Peru, Morocco, China and Spain; they are all proficient in English. For more information, please visit our website: www.ayusa.org

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“Jack” Our featured pet this week, Jack, sure is a keeper! He is a family dog with a delightful personality. Jack is a 9 year old Schnauzer who is very playful and a happy go-easy-guy! Jack is a sweet soul who just loves affection, and playing fetch! He was brought to us because his owner did not have time for this social guy. Jack would be a great companion for someone needing a friend to always be by their side. He would also love a family who would give him attention and lots of love! Jack is 9 years old and his normal adoption fee is $40. However, we have just started offering our new special– Vintage Tuesdays! All adoption fees for cats and dogs older than 8, have been waived on Tuesdays! Come give sweet Jack a forever home. You won’t regret letting him into your heart once you see the affection he has to offer you!

Visit us at 2608 Center Street in Tacoma www.thehumanesociety.org

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If you’re looking for a hardy companion that you can take out for a good run, then Boo is your pal. He’s an adorable Pitbull mix, that is patiently waiting for an active Forever Family to scoop him up and take him home. Stop by the shelter today, and pay this sweet guy a visit.

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Classifieds Stephanie Lynch

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Absolutely Charming, Mediterranean Style, custom built North Tacoma view home. Enjoy Commencement Bay view from Mstr Br balc. Inside feat. incl. Marble floor entry, St. Steel Appl, Gran. counttops, Cust. built Hickory cab. + Beaut. Brazilian Cherry hardwood floor, Bay windows. Mstr suite w/ FP & Lrg bath+steam shower, Cali closet. New Energy Efficient heating. Cent. vacuum, new paint in & out, new carpet, Finished Bsmt w/ kitchen. Close to Schools, Parks, Freeway, Hospitals & Waterfront. $623,000.

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Exceptional Craftsman lives beautifully. Welcoming front porch, beautiful hardwoods and classic built-ins. Stunning kitchen w/ Granite, Viking stove and a Apron sink that steals the show! Lovely yard with Arborvitae trees that provide just the right amount of privacy to relax and rewind. New sewer line, panel and YES a 2car garage! Perfect location: short walk to UPS or Proctor. Great Schools: Lowell, Mason and Stadium. $480,000 MLS# 655057

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16 N SALMON BEACH $349,000 Welcome to this uniquely Northwest home in the waterfront community of Salmon Beach! Featuring main living area on the 2nd floor, the home boasts an amazing panorama stretching from the Narrows Bridge(s) to Pt Defiance. Open concept great room with living/dining/kitchen laid out with views like crazy! 1500 sq ft of deck space gives you lots of room for gardening, entertaining or just relaxing in the SW exposure, with spectacular sunsets, the Olympic Mtns, marine activity & wildlife galore... MLS# 690309

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Black Tie Finished yet, Comfortable & Casually Elegant. Named Most Beautiful home in its class. Controlled access, gated & walled community of Madera. The ultimate in seclusion yet near world class amenities. Stylish interiors, warm colors, kitchen that rivals Elle Décor magazine w/ marble, new custom cabinetry, professional appliances, woods & neutral colors, open concept living, flexible floor plan, bed/office on main floor, manicured grounds, unique spaces. Quality. Location. Style. Timeless.

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MLS# 658008 $229,000 Better Properties N. Proctor Pam (253) 691-0461

3 Bed, 1 3/4 Bath. 1,356 sq ft. Open floor plan & vaulted ceilings highlight this handsome rambler on a park-like corner lot in Artondale. Kitchen features an island, new smooth-top stove & convection oven, tile countertops & bay windows. Family room with fireplace is perfect for entertaining as is the large deck & fenced backyard. The master suite, one of three newly carpeted bedrooms, has French doors to the deck and a remodeled ¾ bathroom. 30-yr roof installed in 2005. 10 mins to schools, shopping, recreation & SR-16 MLS# 573155 $257,500 Debbie Houtz Better Properties 253-376-2280

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10 N SALMON BEACH $409,950 3 bed, 1 3/4 bath. 1,650 sq ft. Welcome to the unique Salmon Beach community! You are literally minutes from the hustle & bustle of town, yet totally in another world. When you descend the stairway to “the beach”, your cares melt away as you breathe in the salt air & take in the sights & sounds of nature - whales, porpoises, seals, sea lions, otters, seagulls, eagles, herons & more. Literally 12 hours of summer sunshine on your deck that enjoys southwestern exposure. MLS# 646183

Call Dave Peterson, Managing Broker and long-time Salmon Beach resident Better Properties N Proctor 253-222-8480 or davepeterson@betterproperties.com

3578 E F St. $105,000

1116 N. Jackson $214,000

Classic 1920’s craftsmen charmer in the heart of North Tacoma. Hardwood floors, Wood burning fireplace, formal dining room w/ French doors open to patio. Lots of windows & natural light, large kitchen, huge master bedroom suite with walk-in closet. New double pain windows, updated electrical, new icynene insulation, built in storage, unfinished 650 square foot basement with utility & laundry. Walk to restaurants, schools, parks. You will love being an owner in the historic GreyGables! MLS # 643110. $153,500

Heather Redal (253) 363-5920 Heatherredal@gmail.com

3007 N. 19th Tacoma

$399,000

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Affordable Comfort $45,000

CALL 253.922.5317

This home is completely remodeled and move-in ready with a massive, fenced backyard. U p d a t e d plumbing & electrical. New carpet, paint, moldings, doors. New kitchen with hickory cabinets, range, dishwasher. 12 by 14 covered deck. Huge Outbuilding for storage, alley access. ( MLS # 582500) Heather Redal (253) 363-5920 Heatherredal@ gmail.com

2 parcels : Build your dream home with a gorgeous view of Narrows Bridge and Puget Sound. The property is being sold as one to maximize the building envelope and open space but see what works best for you. Build on one lot, sell the other or build on the whole lot, there is so much opportunity here! (MLS # 612161) Sergio Hernandez (253) 431-2308 Sergio@ betterproperties. com

Beautiful Craftsman i w a l k i n g pr distance to Univ. w of Puget Sound. Completely ne remodeled. Hand scraped bamboo floors, renovated kitchen with custom granite counter tops and island, stainless steel appliances, new cabinetry & millwork throughout, formal living, dining room, den/study, butlers pantry. 3 bedrooms upstairs w/full master bath. Fin. basement features spacious family room/ full bath & utility area. New electrical & plumbing. ( MLS # 686944)

Heather Redal (253) 363-5920 Heatherredal@gmail.com

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COMMERCIAL BUILDING 4008 S. Pine Completely remodeled w/over 200k in high end upgrades. 10 offices, private exits, shared executive conference room, kitchen w/dining area, lots of storage, and 15 parking stalls. One office could be used as apartment for out of state clients. ADA Accessible. Mall & 38th Street Exit.

MLS# 663155 Sergio Hernandez

$599,000 (253) 431-2308

Sergio@betterproperties.com

Businesses Opportunities 4 Sale with Owner Contract LONGTIME ESTABLISHED POPULAR RESTR./LOUNGE Business for sale. $189,000 & size, 4,100 sq. ft.

SAME OWNER: BARTENDING ACADEMY OF TACOMA, Since 1959, Very profitable, Training provided.

GIG HARBOR CHINESE RESTR., same owner 26 yrs., $50,000

TAVERN, w/cocktails, Pulltabs, Mineral Lake, Mineral, Wa., EZ terms, Seller Financing

Huge reduction

PORT ORCHARD, DOWNTOWN Food & Beverage, annual gross sales, approx. $1,300,000, excellent net. Owner selling real estate & the business for $850,000, terms avail., same location over 100 years.

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