FREE s Friday, December 25, 2015
SPORTS BEST A9
GET READY FOR FIRST NIGHT B5
HOLIDAY REWIND B1
.com TACOMAWEEKLY YOUR COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER - 26 YEARS OF SERVICE
TACOMA READS TOGETHER POST-APOCALYPTIC ‘STATION 11’ SELECTED FOR TACOMA READS
By Derek Shuck Derek@tacomaweekly.com
LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL GIFTS STUDENTS WITH CHRISTMAS CHEER By Matt Nagle matt@tacomaweekly.com
H
ustle and bustle was the order of the day at Lincoln High School on Friday, Dec. 18. On this final day of classes before winter break began, gifts for students and families that could really use them were being carted to the sidewalk for pick-up, making the holidays bright for those in the Lincoln family who may not have had such a merry Christmas this year. The range of items ran the gamut of everything one could hope for at Christmastime: good food, warm clothing, toys and stocking stuffers, gift cards, blankets, toiletries, coats, backpacks… “Anything you’d put in a stocking or under a tree,” said assistant principal Rosemarie Burke. “It’s a real Christmas is what it is.” This year was bigger and better than any past year thanks to donations that poured in from throughout Tacoma and surrounding areas from thoughtful businesses, groups and individuals. In addition to gift items, generous donors made it possible to provide two weeks of groceries for families and a Safeway gift card they could use to buy a turkey if they so choose. Homeless youth received brand new backpacks and winter coats. “We’re talking to our homeless youth today and gifting them those things. They don’t know they’re getting it so it’s like Santa Claus,” Burke said. “The families we’re serving don’t
SOCCER BEST A9
LECTURES AT UPS:
Six free lectures are scheduled at University of Puget Sound in 2016. PAGE A5
PHOTOS COURTESY OF TACOMA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
GIVING. Lincoln High School Principal Pat Irwin (top photo) and assistant
principal Rosemarie Burke (upper right) assess the donations that poured in to the school, ranging from snack bars to canned soups (left). Dozens of gift bags were made up containing two weeks of food and some specials surprises (above).
know they’re on some magic list,” Burke explained. “It’s through our relationships – knowing this family is going through cancer or that family just lost a job and that kind of thing.” Community partners, like Eastside Community Church, St. Leo Church and Life Center, also get into the act and receive referrals from Lincoln High staff to help make sure that students and families get the help they need. Some of the students received the treat
HIGH SCHOOL BEST A10
Pothole Pig ...............A2 Crime Stoppers.........A3
of being able to go to the movies over their holiday vacation. “We put a list of 36 kids together who just need to get out of the house so those kids will get a movie card and some cash,” Burke said. Dave Koval is a Lincoln graduate from the class of ’69 who returned to Lincoln to teach and was assistant principal there from 1998-2011. He was at the high school that day to lend a hand. “The staff u See LINCOLN / page A8
CALENDAR EVENTS B6
Sports ..........................A9 Hot Tickets ................A11
Look for daily updates online! tacomaweekly.com
Throughout history, stories have been used as metaphors for real world issues. This is something the City of Destiny has always understood EMILY ST. JOHN MANDEL with its Tacoma Reads Together program that began almost 15 years ago in the wake of the 9/11 terrorist attacks as a way for the community to get together and discuss big issues. Citizens across the city read the same book, chosen by the mayor, and participate in several city-sponsored events to discuss the wider implications of the novel's themes. Last Tuesday, Tacoma named the selection for the 2015 Tacoma Reads Together: “Station 11” by Emily St. John Mandel.
u See TACOMA READS / page A8
TACOMA HOUSING AUTHORITY TO BUY AND DEVELOP KEYBANK BRANCH IN HILLTOP Tacoma Housing Authority (THA) has agreed to buy KeyBank’s Hilltop branch building and property at 1120 S. 11th St. in the Hilltop neighborhood of Tacoma. It plans to redevelop the site as mixed-use and affordable housing. THA has a longstanding commitment to Hilltop. This purchase is part of several new THA investments that will help ensure continued Hilltop development. THA has purchased The New Look Apartments at the corner of South 11th Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Way where it plans a substantial fix-up when it completes refinancing in two years. THA is also working with the City of Tacoma to develop Hilltop Lofts, a 52-unit mixeduse/mixed-income affordable housing development on the corner of South 12th Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Way. Acquiring the KeyBank Hilltop location will allow THA to develop an integrated master plan for the area. The timeline for redeveloping the site has not yet been set. KeyBank offered its property for sale in June when it consolidated the Hilltop branch with the one less than a mile away at 1101 Pacific Ave in downtown Tacoma. The Hilltop branch u See THA / page A8
Facebook: facebook.com/tacomaweekly Twitter: @Tacomaweekly Tumblr: tacomaweekly.tumblr.com Pinterest: pinterest.com/tacomaweekly Flickr: flickr.com/tacomaweekly
A&E ............................B1 Make A Scene .............B5
Calendar ................. B6 Horoscopes............. B6
Two Sections | 22 Pages
Section A • Page 2 • tacomaweekly.com • Friday, December 25, 2015
Pothole pig’s
POTHOLE OF THE WEEK
N. 5th & N. 'J' St Tacoma has a tremendous pothole problem, and the residents know 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.� 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 continue those efforts. 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.
Saturday Appointments Now Available! Community Health Care has the full range of dental services. 0 0 0 0 0
Fillings Sealants Cleanings Care for broken teeth Nitrous for children and adults 0 Sliding-fee-scale for those without insurance
Hilltop Regional Health Center
1202 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Tacoma
Call (253) 441-4743 for an appointment Learn more at www.commhealth.org
CREMATION PRE-PLANNING We’re the company everyone is talking about!
Join us for a complimentary meal and short seminar— have all your questions answered without any pressure. Join us at
" ! $ " !
5815 Lakewood Towne Ctr Blvd, Lakewood
599*
$
*$599 is for at-need service only. To lock in lifetime price guarantee, there is an additional $150 processing fee due. Expires 12/31/2015.
! ! 253.831.2646
Tuesday, December 1....................11:30 am Tuesday, December 15.................11:30 am Tuesday, December 29 ................1:00 pm
" ! " !
6151 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Lakewood
Wednesday, December 2.........11:30 am Wednesday, December 16 .......11:30 am Wednesday, December 30 ....11:30 am
! " ! 2727 N Proctor Tacoma
Thursday, December 10 .............11:30 am Wednesday, December 23......11:30 am
% ### ! !$#
Bulletin Board DISPOSABLE BAG SURVEY EXTENDED The City of Tacoma has extended the deadline for the disposable shopping bag survey to Friday, Jan. 15. The survey deadline was extended to increase opportunity for members of the public and the business community to provide feedback on this issue. To date, more than 1,600 people have responded to the online survey, which is accessible from the City’s website. In an effort to further the sustainability vision of the community, Tacoma City Council may consider placing restrictions on disposable shopping bag use in 2016. The City’s Office of Environmental Policy and Sustainability is seeking feedback on behalf of the City Council’s Infrastructure, Planning and Sustainability Committee to inform what action, if any, City Council will take on this issue. For detailed information about upcoming meetings, disposable shopping bags, and related resources or to take the feedback survey, visit cityoftacoma.org/ShoppingBags. STRICKLAND ELECTED VICE-CHAIR OF SOUND TRANSIT The Sound Transit Board has voted unanimously reelected Sound Transit Board Chair Dow Constantine and Vice Chairs Marilyn Strickland and Paul Roberts for new one-year terms. Board members voiced support for the leadership the three provided during 2014 and 2015 as Sound Transit advanced 34 miles of light rail extensions that are on track for completion by 2023 and saw major ridership gains. Their extended tenure will support the Board’s work to move a Sound Transit 3 ballot measure forward toward a regional vote in November 2016. “I am honored by the Board’s vote to extend my leadership, as we prepare to open Link to the U District and Angle Lake and go to the voters for further expansion of light rail,� said Constantine, who is serving his second term as King County Executive. “We are positioned to move ST3 forward and continue delivering big projects and big results for the region.� Strickland is in her second term as Tacoma Mayor and Roberts in his third term on the Everett City Council. “We are positioned for a historic vote next year on finally connecting major cities across Pierce, King and Snohomish counties with a regional light rail system,� Strickland said. “The benefits to our economy and environment will exceed the costs of these investments many times over and enable us and our children to thrive as our population grows dramatically.� “The light rail extensions that we are on track to complete in 2023 will lay a foundation for transforming the way our residents commute and our cities grow years into the future,� Roberts said. “To realize the benefits of these investments for our mobility, economy and environment the Sound Transit 3 measure must finish the job by creating a truly regional system.� The Sound Transit 3 measure will decide where the regional transit system continues growing after current projects are complete. The University Link light rail extension, with new stations on Seattle’s Capitol Hill and near Husky Stadium, is on track to open in early 2016, ahead of schedule and approximately $150 million under budget. Later in the year the Angle Lake extension will reach one stop further south from the airport. Light rail service will reach Northgate in 2021 and by 2023 extend further north to Lynnwood, south to Kent/Des Moines and east to Redmond’s Overlake area. The extensions are expected to increase Sound Transit’s overall weekday ridership to more than 350,000 by 2030. LINK EXPANSION SECURES FEDERAL FUNDING Congress today approved legislation to fund the federal government in fiscal year 2016, including $74.99 million in Small Starts funding for extending the Tacoma Link light rail line. The funding comes through the Federal Transit Administration’s Small Starts program. Other project funding includes tax revenues from the Sound Transit 2 ballot measure, grants secured by Sound Transit and the City of Tacoma, a partner on the project and other local funds. “This is a huge win for Tacoma, and combined with the TIGER grant, will strengthen the region’s infrastructure, and is a great example of why it’s so important we keep fighting for investments in our communities,� said U.S. Sen. Patty Murray. “As the region continues to grow, projects such as Tacoma Link will be the key to connecting our neighborhoods, creating new jobs, strengthening our economy, easing congestion and providing safe, reliable transit for students, workers and families.� “This is good news that shows that the nation is taking notice of our push to increase transit options for commuters,� said U.S. Rep. Derek Kilmer. “The expansion of light rail will better connect all corners of Tacoma, help residents and visitors alike get around and make Tacoma an even more vibrant place. I’m pleased that the federal government is stepping up to partner with the City of Tacoma and Sound Transit to complete this transformative project for Tacoma.� “As a major urban center, Tacoma needs 21st century infrastructure to keep pace with its growing economy – and our growing region,� said Sound Transit Board Chair and King County Executive Dow Constantine. “My thanks to our state’s congressional delegation for its leadership to secure federal funding for extension of light rail in Tacoma.� “I am thrilled federal funding for the Tacoma Link Expansion is approved,� said Sound Transit Board Vice Chair and Tacoma Mayor Marilyn Strickland. “I thank the Obama Administration for including this project in its proposed FY 2016 budget, and Congress for passing it. The City of Tacoma and its residents have worked hard for many years with Sound Transit to create a project that will best serve the people who live, work, visit and invest here.� In 2008, voters approved a partnership to extend the Tacoma Link light rail system. The 2.4-mile extension will run along Stadium Way to the Hilltop District and include one relocated station and six new stations. The extension also includes an expanded Tacoma Operations and Maintenance Facility next to the existing maintenance facility and four power substations. The existing 1.6-mile light rail line serves six stations between the Theater District and the Tacoma Dome. Trains run every 12 minutes and provide nearly a million rides per year. In addition to the $75 million in Small Starts funding, the extension is funded by approximately $50 million in Sound Transit 2 revenues and $33 million in other federal
and state grants, including a $15 million TIGER grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation that the City received last month. The City will identify an additional $7 million to complete its $40 million contribution to the project. During the next two years, staff will advance engineering work on the project. The preliminary cost estimate of approximately $175 million in year-of-expenditure dollars will also be refined. Construction is scheduled to begin in 2018.
FOSS WATERWAY DIRECTOR TO RETIRE The Board of Directors of the Foss Waterway Development Authority (FWDA) has announced that its longtime executive director and planner, Su Dowie, is retiring from the organization. Since its formation in 1996, the FWDA's objective has been to develop the publicly-owned former industrial waterfront properties, primarily located along the west side of the Foss waterway. This has included implementing Department of Ecology cleanup directives, providing for infrastructure improvements such as public parks and walkways, and leasing docks, wharfs and other in-water structures to the marina and museum tenants. Board president Betsy Stauffer expressed regret for Ms. Dowie's departure, but praised her achievements. "Su has been essential to the FWDA's efforts. We can see evidence of her success in the recent completion of the Henry Foss residential development and the hotel construction work that will commence in 2016. Her far-reaching vision of the long term development potential for the Foss, tremendous organization abilities and willingness to engage partners and stakeholders, her technical planning expertise and superior capability to execute effectively on opportunities, have brought significant and long lasting community benefits to Tacoma." The FWDA Board is forming an ad hoc committee to search for Ms. Dowie's replacement and hopes to hire a new executive director during the first quarter of 2016. Ms. Dowie has agreed to stay on as the Executive Director during the hiring period. In the meantime, the FWDA will continue to pursue the remaining work to complete its mission. The Board recent authorized the release of a request for proposals to develop Sites 8, 9, 10, and the Muni Dock parcels, between 9th and 13th Streets along the Foss waterway. KIPLINGER’S RATES UPS A ‘BEST VALUE’ COLLEGE “Kiplinger’s Personal Finance� has named University of Puget Sound in its 2016 list of the country’s “Top 300 Best College Values.� Puget Sound specifically earned a spot in the national magazine’s list of “100 best values in private liberal arts colleges.� The annual list ranks 100 public universities, 100 private schools, and 100 liberal arts colleges, choosing those that combine outstanding academics with affordable cost. “We start with a universe of 1,200 schools, so each school in our rankings, from number one to number 300, is a best value,� said Janet Bodnar, editor of “Kiplinger’s Personal Finance� magazine. “Families can use the list as a starting point and then tailor it to each student’s preference for such things as size, location, campus culture, and major.� Kiplinger assesses value by measurable standards of academic quality and affordability – the same key attributes that most parents and students look for in higher education. Quality measures include the admission rate (the number of students accepted out of those who apply), the percentage of students who return for sophomore year, the student-faculty ratio, and the four-year graduation rate. Cost criteria include sticker price, financial aid, and average debt at graduation. For the first time the magazine also presented graduates’ future average earnings data alongside each school. Private universities and colleges generally carry higher sticker prices for tuition than public institutions, Kiplinger notes, but they also can offer generous financial aid that greatly reduces the published cost. At the same time, liberal arts colleges offer the advantage of smaller class sizes and accessible, teaching-oriented professors. Puget Sound, for example, offers merit-based or needbased financial aid to more than 90 per cent of its students. The college, with 2,600 undergraduate students and a student to faculty ratio of 11:1, offers a high-quality education in an environment where all tenure-line faculty members hold a doctorate or equivalent degree and more than half of students do at least one internship. Many of the schools on the top 200 list, including Puget Sound, have appeared in Kiplinger’s rankings in previous years, demonstrating that the schools consistently deliver good value, Kiplinger said. To see the full lists in “Kiplinger’s Personal Finance,� visit: kiplinger.com/links/college. 7 SEAS BREWING TO OPEN SECOND LOCATION 7 Seas Brewing will expand operations with a second location and begin crafting beers in the historic Heidelberg Brewery starting in the spring of 2016. This expansion represents the founders’ commitment to local economic development and dedication to crafting quality beers. The revitalized brewery will occupy two city blocks adjacent to the University of Washington campus at the heart of downtown Tacoma’s historic brewery district. The purchase of this historic building allows 7 Seas Brewing a permanent home where they will increase capacity ten fold as they continue to enter new markets. Plans for the 80,000 square foot space include a taproom and market, a large barrel-aging cellar, with additional space planned for a 60 barrel brew house and operations. “This project represents everything we love about our company, our community, and brewing history. As brewers dedicated to crafting and keeping our beers local, we cannot think of a better place to expand operations besides the historic Heidelberg Brewery,� said co-owner Mike Runion. Creating a strong and thriving economy in all of Tacoma’s business districts is vital. 7 Seas Brewing is proud to be a part of that effort. Runion added, “We are grateful for the support we have received from City of Tacoma Economic Development, the Chihuly Studio team, Heritage Bank, the SBA, Harbor Reality Advisors, and Mayor Strickland’s office.� Mayor Strickland and Deputy Mayor David Boe were a pivotal part of creating this opportunity for 7 Seas. “We are pleased to welcome 7 Seas Brewing to downtown Tacoma and thank them for being part of our shared vision for the renaissance of our historic Brewery District,� said Mayor Marilyn Strickland. see more bulletin boarD items AT TACOMAWEEKLY.COM
Friday, December 25, 2015 • tacomaweekly.com • Section A • Page 3
NEW YEAR, NO VAPING IN PUBLIC PLACES Beginning Jan. 1, it will be illegal for people to use e-cigarettes or to vape in any public place or place of employment, consistent with the Washington state Smoking in Public Places law. Also, youth possession of vapor products becomes illegal, and child-resistant packaging will be required for retailers who sell e-juice. By March 30, retailers must have permits to sell e-cigarettes and vapor products. Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department has published fact sheets for the public and for e-cigarette retailers with more information. Access them at www.tpchd. org/ecigarettes. In general, here’s what the new regulations mean: FOR THE PUBLIC: s Vaping will not be allowed in any public place or place of employment. s It is now illegal for youth to use or possess vapor products. s If you use vapor products, you may see changes at the locations where you purchase those products. FOR RETAILERS: s Decide if you will apply for a permit with or without sampling, then prepare accordingly. s Follow new signage requirements for all retailers. s The Health Department will issue the required signage when retailers receive their permit.
s For retailers who plan to allow sampling, new ventilation standards and other requirements exist. The Tacoma-Pierce County Board of Health unanimously approved the new e-cigarettes and vaping regulations on Nov. 18 meeting. The intent of the new regulations is to stem the tide of usage among youth under 18 and to protect the public from second hand vapor exposure. The new regulations bring the e-cigarette use in line with the state Smoking in Public in Places law, which has been in effect for 10 years. Before voting, the five-member Board listened to 37 people during more than an hour of public testimony – both for and against the regulations. In addition, the Board received more than 700 pages of email and public comment transcripts from the six-month long public process. In 2011, the local Board of Health passed regulations to prohibit e-cigarette sales to youth and prohibited their use in public places, except in adult only venues. The regulations did not prohibit youth from possessing e-cigarettes and provided some exceptions for use of e-cigarettes in public places. The Health Department conducted an extensive public input process on the proposed regulations. Staff took comments on the proposed regulations at a Sept. 23 public meeting and via email and mail
until Oct. 19. In addition, since July, the Department has gathered extensive input on the proposed regulations through surveys, meetings and online forums with parents, vape shop owners and vapers, community organizations, community leaders, business owners, school district representatives, law enforcement, State of Washington Liquor and Cannabis Board, and others. Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department joins local health jurisdictions in Clark, Grant, King and Snohomish counties in regulating e-cigarette use in public places. Tacoma-Pierce County Board of Health decided to enhance its existing e-cigarette regulations after the state legislature failed to pass legislation on the issue during the last session, which ended July 2015. Worldwide, tobacco use remains the leading cause of preventable death. In the United States, the increasing popularity of electronic cigarettes and vapor products may pose health threats and create a new generation of addicts. Locally, one in five Pierce County 10th graders uses these products – double the number who smoke cigarettes. View complete regulations, permits and fees, and the administrative record of public testimony and written comments, surveys, Board of Health presentations and handouts, and more at www.tpchd.org/ ecigarettes.
FIFE AUTHORITIES WARN OF JURY DUTY SCAM Fife Municipal Court, Fife Police Department, and the Pierce County Sheriff ’s Office have issued an advisory notice regarding a scam in which residents get a phone call saying that they have missed jury duty – and must pay. The scam begins with a phone call or an email from someone posing as a government official to inform you that you have failed to appear for jury duty and that a warrant will be, or has been, issued for your arrest. When the victims say no notice was received about jury duty, the caller, who claims to be an employee of the police or sheriff’s department, tells the victims they are responsible to appear for jury duty whether or not a notice was received and to avoid arrest, they must pay, by credit card, to get the warrant “lifted” or “quashed.” Individuals have paid up to $1,000. Never give out personal
information by phone or email. Court officers will never ask for payment, a credit card number, or social security number for failure to appear for jury duty. No one from the Fife Municipal Court, the Fife Police Department, or the Pierce County Sheriff ’s Office will ever call you and ask for payment of any kind over the phone. Warrants for your arrest are not issued for failure to appear for jury duty service. If anything, you would receive a summons to appear in court. Please know that ALL communications regarding jury duty are sent to residents in writing. Anyone with questions about jury service or one of these jury service phone calls, should either contact the Fife Municipal Court at (253) 922-6635, the Fife Police Department at (253) 922-6633, or the Pierce County Sheriff ’s Office at (253) 798-4722.
JURY CONVICTS FATHER IN INFANT’S BEATING DEATH On Dec. 17 a jury convicted Dwayne Patrick Cowart, 32, of murder in the second degree for beating his 2-month-old daughter to death last year at his home in Dupont. Cowart is scheduled to be sentenced on Feb. 5, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. in room 323 of the CountyCity Building in Tacoma. “This was a sad and disturbing case that was vigorously and professionally handled by Deputy Prosecutors Scott Peters and Kara Sanchez,” said Prosecutor Mark Lindquist. On March 24, 2014, the victim’s mother went to work and left the infant in Cowart’s care. Later that day, Cowart called the mother and told her to come home because the girl was not breathing and was bleeding from her nose and mouth. He said he already called 911. First responders arrived at the home and transported the victim to the hospital. According to doctors, the victim suffered skull, rib, arm and leg fractures. The infant died from her injuries approximately three weeks later. Cowart told detectives he became irritated while caring for his daughter, but that he didn’t mean to hurt her.
TOP STORIES ON tacomaweekly.com
DID YOU KNOW?
#1 WILSON RAMS PICKING UP WHERE THEY LEFT OFF #2 COUNCIL UNANIMOUSLY VOTES TO EXPLORE ALL-IN CLICK FUTURE #3 PUYALLUP TRIBE BRINGS CHRISTMAS EARLY TO AREA NON-PROFITS
TOY RESCUE MISSION, EMERGENCY FOOD NETWORK, NORTHWEST HARVEST AND TAHOMA INDIAN CENTER ALL GIFTED WITH MAJOR DONATIONS
SSN DON’T GIVE OUT
PERSONAL INFORMATION
BY PHONE OR EMAIL
Visit www.courts.wa.gov for more information.
#4 A NEW QUEEN OF THE OCTAGON IS CROWNED AT SFL 45 #5 LIFE CHRISTIAN HAS THAT WINNING LOOK AGAIN #6 RESTAURANT SPOTLIGHT: FLYING BOOTS AND WINGS
RESTAURANT ROBBERIES
Detectives from Pierce and South King County need your help to identify the suspect responsible for at least fifteen armed robberies:
s 11/17 at IHOP on Campus Dr. in Federal Way
s 11/22 at Moctezumas on S. 56th St. in Tacoma s 11/23 at Denny’s on Auburn Way S. in Auburn
s 8/25 at Elmer’s on S. Hosmer St. in Tacoma
s 11/24 at Subway on Portland Ave. E. in Tacoma
s 8/29 at Buttered Biscuit on North St. in Sumner
s 11/27 at Subway on River Rd. in Puyallup
s 8/31 at Ma’s Place on 39th Ave. SW in Puyallup
s 12/2 at Denny’s on S. 320th St. in Federal Way
s 9/17 at Golden Given Food Mart on Golden Given Rd. in Tacoma
s 12/4 at Starbucks on S. 56th St. in Tacoma
s 9/25 at Midland Eatery on Portland Ave. in Tacoma s 9/25 at Seattle Sun Tan on Canyon Rd. in Puyallup s 11/5 at Shari’s on Russell Rd. in Kent s 11/12 at Denny’s on S. Hosmer St. in Tacoma
Fridays at 10:30pm on
During most of the robberies the suspect orders a small item to go, then displays a handgun and demands cash from the register. The suspect is described as a white male, 25 to 35 years old, approximately 5’10” tall and 170 lbs. He has been seen wearing a beanie cap, a dark colored hoodie, blue jeans, and sometimes sunglasses.
1,000
$
Receive up to for information leading to the arrest and charges filed for the person(s) in this case.
Call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) All Callers will remain anonymous
www.TPCrimestoppers.com
TH 3TREET 7 s 5NIVERSITY 0LACE 7!
Section A • Page 4 • tacomaweekly.com • Friday, December 25, 2015
Our View
TAcomA’S SPiriT of giving ShineS brighT AT chriSTmAS Time One of the best things about living in Tacoma is the fact that neighbors look out for one another around here. Whether it’s a tightly networked volunteer block watch operation, or simply the act of one neighbor checking on that elderly resident next door, Tacomans step up and this was evidenced beautifully just this month at Lincoln High School. For years, the school has held Christmas donation drives to help students and their families who may be going through tough times, or who just need a helping hand in general. Year by year the giving grew and this year the school experienced its biggest and best holiday giving event ever. Why? Because there are a lot of kind-hearted people in Tacoma who wanted to help – and help they did, with food, clothing, toys, games and stocking stuffers, gift cards, blankets, toiletries, backpacks and more. Offices at the high school became makeshift storage units stuffed to the ceiling with boxes of donated goods and hallways were lined with stacks of stuff ready to be sorted and divvied up, such that no student left the high school for winter break without receiving something special. For many of the students, these gifts would be the greatest gifts they’ll receive this year – things like warm coats, gift cards to see a movie or new backpacks to carry their books in – the type of presents that may seem unremarkable to most of us, but are Christmas wishes come true for others who could otherwise have nothing. Looking back on Lincoln High’s past – with its low graduation rates, troubles with area gangs and low student attendance – who could have known it would become the source of inspiration and pride it is today? No one gave up on this historic and beloved school, just as no one gave up on the diverse student body that sought an education there, or the staff of teachers and administrators who give so much of themselves every day they are there. Today we’re reaping what we’ve sown. Just this year Lincoln was awarded as a “2015 School of Distinction� for being one of the five percent highest improving schools in the State of Washington for increased reading and math achievement and graduation rate over the past five years. That in itself speaks volumes to the “never give up� spirit at Lincoln High School that’s destined to continue for generations to come. So here’s to you, people of Tacoma and your big hearts that lead you to do great things. May the coming New Year bless you one and all just as you have blessed others in ways that are beyond measure.
EDITORIAL CARTOON BY MILT PRIGGEE s WWW.MILTPRIGGEE.COM s 777 4!#/-!7%%+,9 #/- %$)4/2)!,#!24//.3
Guest Editorials
THIS HOLIDAY SEASON, MILITARY FAMILIES NEED SUPPORT
By Don C. Brunell
Christmas is a special time, Christmas is oh so nice. Festive poinsettias are everywhere, homes are lit up with lights.
Most troops have returned home from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Fewer than 10,000 U.S. soldiers remain in Afghanistan, down from a peak of more than 100,000 in June 2011. Only about 3,000 remain in Iraq, down from more than 166,000 in October 2007. But life isn't necessarily back to normal for service members and their families. While we have fewer troops on the ground, we're still covering the skies and the seas. Our naval presence is as high as it's been for decades. Turmoil in the Middle East, Europe and the Asia-Pacific has our military in a state of constant readiness. All that adds up to this: Times are not getting easier for the men and women of the military and their families. They need our support today as much as ever. And as we enjoy the holiday season, we should remember this fact. The demands on our servicemen and women remain high, and I'm not just talking about those who are forwarddeployed. Anyone who has served at home knows that stateside duty is demanding in its own right. When you're overseas, you're expected to miss birthday parties, graduations and anniversaries. Your family understands why you're
Christmas is a celebration of our Savior’s birth. It’s a time of rejoicing, a time for peace on earth.
By Don C. Brunell
Letter to the Editor Dear Editor,
not there. But when you're back home, your family expects you to be around, even though much of your time is still not your own. The schedule is strenuous, the hours are long and you're often focused on preparing for the next deployment. You get a few hours to rest, then it's back to work. Your family still needs you – and you need them – but your obligation to the service is ironclad. Civilians have taken to calling this work-life balance. Military families have long known it simply as the way life is. I bring this up because while we rightly praise the service and sacrifices that millions of servicemen and women have made for our nation, we rarely give enough credit to the families. They're the ones who help service members stay resolute. Veterans and their families deserve our support and resources. It's too easy to ignore the many sacrifices that these families make each day. Fortunately, policymakers – including military veterans, by no coincidence – have come through on this front. Child development centers help young military families make ends meet. Base housing eases the stress of
frequent moves. First-rate medical care helps keep service members and families healthy. And access to counseling – whether before deployment or after – helps families work through their demanding lifestyle. Even seemingly little things matter, like the cheaper groceries at on-base commissaries. Continued government support helps, but it isn't enough. Private-sector programs for veterans and their families help fill the gap. At my firm, Raytheon, we recently pledged $10 million over five years to fund scholarships for veterans through Student Veterans of America, along with educational support for military families through Boys & Girls Clubs of America. There is still more we can all do. We should collectively advocate across public and private sectors to increase support for our service members and veterans. We must make clear to our servicemen and women that our commitment to them and their families is unwavering. Retired U.S Navy Vice Adm. Rick Hunt is vice president of the Raytheon U.S. Business Development organization.
WREATHS FOR EVERY AMERICAN IN UNIFORM
A time to forget your worries, and to toss away your cares. A season to remember others, and to lift up the world in prayer. It’s a time to feast with loved ones, and with excitement open your gifts. The atmosphere of Christmas really gives the face a lift. So this Christmas, make it special. Let love in your heart so shine, but after Christmas is over, continue to be kind. By Sandra Lee
TACOMAWEEKLY Pierce County Community Newspaper Group, LLC
2588 Pacific Highway E., Fife, WA 98424 (253) 922-5317 • FAX: (253) 922-5305
Publisher: John Weymer / jweymer@tacomaweekly.com Operations Manager: Tim Meikle / tim@tacomaweekly.com News Desk: news@tacomaweekly.com Managing Editor: Matt Nagle / matt@tacomaweekly.com Staff Writers: Steve Dunkelberger / stevedunkel@tacomaweekly.com Kathleen Merryman / kathleen@tacomaweekly.com Derek Shuck / derek@tacomaweekly.com Entertainment Editor: Ernest Jasmin / ejasmin@tacomaweekly.com Sports Editor: Justin Gimse/ jgimse@tacomaweekly.com Contributing Writers: Dave Davison, Chance Pittenger Copy Editing: Garrett Westcott Cartoonists: Chris Britt, Milt Priggee Pagination: Kim Pyle, Dave Davison, Rachelle Abellar
On Dec. 12, Montana Congressman Ryan Zinke patiently waited two hours in line with 70,000 volunteers at Arlington National Cemetery to collect wreaths and secure them to headstones. Thousands of others across our nation joined those at Arlington honoring soldiers, sailors, marines and airmen who died while serving America. In all, nearly one million wreaths were laid this year. Wreaths Across America is a privately funded charity that accepts no government money. As part of the project, truckers volunteer to haul the wreaths, and veterans and other volunteers place them on the tombstones at Arlington and more than 800 national, state and local cemeteries, as well as 24 veterans' cemeteries overseas. Each one is carefully placed and secured to the grave marker, often with family members assisting. Wreaths Across America sprang from a gesture in 1992 when Morrill and Karen Worcester shipped their surplus wreaths to Washington, D.C. With the help of Maine Sen. Olympia Snowe, they were placed on headstones in an older section of the Arlington National Cemetery – the section of the most forgotten. After the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, interest in the project grew. In fact, the Pentagon, which was struck by a jetliner on that day, is within eyesight of Arlington. In 2005, when Wreaths Across America
appeared on the Internet with a panoramic photo of thousands of snow-covered wreaths on Arlington headstones, interest and donations skyrocketed. One of those volunteers at Arlington this year was Zinke, who is a retired Navy SEAL commander and an Iraq War veteran with more than 23 years of service and a half-dozen deployments under his belt. Before retiring, he commanded more than 3,500 special operations forces in Iraq. On Dec. 12, Zink headed for Arlington’s Section 60, which is reserved for those who died in Iraq and Afghanistan. The Hill, a Capitol Hill publication, interviewed Zinke. He said while placing the wreaths he thought of the young men and women who've sacrificed their lives, their future families and their future children. "We often fight wars with our young," Zinke said. "That's the sacrifice." Young troops today have faced "far more combat experience" than those before them, in terms of tours, time away, and the strain on their families. "This is the longest period of sustained combat operations in history by almost double," he added. "The force is strained but not broken." Importantly, Zinke noted that headstones where wreaths are placed are etched with emblems of all faiths. What's important is they're Americans. They're veterans who fought side-byside and gave their lives for a higher purpose. Eventually, Morrill Worchester
Dear Editor, Thanks for printing the story of how World War I stopped for one day for Christmas in 1914 (“Words of Whit – This month: Christmas 1914� by Steven Whitford, Tacoma Weekly, Dec. 17, 2015). We can act in this same spirit by using our voices in a democracy to call for the ending of the preventable
deaths of mothers and children in our world. The Reach Every Mother and Child Act is still in committee in Congress, supported by nine of 12 of Washington States delegation. If we call or write our representatives and senators, thanking them for their work on this bill and asking them to make the effort necessary to pass it, we can
Web Developers: Cedric Leggin, Ed Curran, Mike Vendetti
Advertising: Rose Theile / rose@tacomaweekly.com Marlene Carrillo / marlene@tacomaweekly.com Shelby Johnson / shelby@tacomaweekly.com Tacoma Weekly is interested in what is happening in our community. Please send your news and story ideas to the above address or e-mail us at news@tacomaweekly.com.
Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He 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.
Letter to the Editor
Photographers: Rocky Ross, Bill Bungard, Raimundo Jurado, David Turnipseed
would like to provide wreaths for all of those who were killed in action or died from war-related injuries or disease. He estimates that would require 2.7 million wreaths. This year, there was a shortage of funds until Fox News Sunday anchor Chris Wallace interviewed Worcester. Then the money started coming – enough to cover the costs. For example, Walmart contributed $150,000 which paid for 16,000 wreaths Cemeteries across Washington benefit. Vancouver's Evergreen Memorial Gardens collects funds for the program and this year, volunteers placed more than 300 wreaths on veterans' graves. As we enjoy our holidays, we need to be mindful of three important lessons from Wreaths Across America. First, Americans are incredibly generous. Second, America’s private sector cares and responds. Remember, Wreaths Across America accepts no government funds. Finally, our men and women in uniform serve America regardless of gender, race, religion or circumstances in life. They are soldiers, airmen, sailors and marines and they give us the best present there is – our freedoms.
make the difference. Imagine the joy of millions of families in our world, no longer faced with watching their children or mothers die. In this way we act to save lives and bring hope to our fellow man, not unlike that day in 1914. Willie Dickerson Snohomish, WA
Friday, December 25, 2015 • tacomaweekly.com • Section A • Page 5
WHO WILL WIN THE WHITE HOUSE? SIX LECTURES SCHEDULED AT UNIVERSITY OF PUGET SOUND IN 2016 Political scientist Michael Artime and historian Mike Purdy analyze the 2016 presidential campaign and offer historical insights MICHAEL ARTIME
“What do you think? Who will win the White House?� asks every caring American. And from the curious and the cynical comes that other question: “And exactly how will he or she win?� Whether you are a reformer, a sceptic, or a concerned citizen, to learn more about how your elected leader gets to the top of American politics, come to the free six-lecture series “Who Will Win the White House,� running Jan. 21–April 28, 2016, at University of Puget Sound. Political scientist Michael Artime and presidential historian Mike Purdy (University of Puget Sound class of ’76) will provide a vigorous analysis of the 2016 campaign and some historical insights to put today’s news into perspective. They will lay out the hot-button issues in the current contest, and share some of the colorful and surprising stories that lay behind two centuries of presidential elections – ever since George Wash-
ington was unanimously elected in 1789. The six free lectures will take place 7-8:30 p.m., on Thursdays, at the dates listed below, in McIntyre Hall, Room 103, situated on Jones Circle on the university campus. The one-hour presentations will be followed by half-hour Q&A sessions, allowing attendees to learn more and share their own views. “We could see a brokered Republican Convention in 2016, and that’s something we’ve not had since 1952,� says Purdy, an independent presidential historian, consultant, author, and Puget Sound alum. “Normally the convention is just pageantry, with the candidate already selected, but this time delegates could be free to vote as they wish on the second round, which will mean some real horse-brokering going on. At this point it’s really a very fluid situation.� This dramatic possibility, arising because there is no clear Republican front-runner with a sustained plurality in the polls, will be discussed in the first lecture, “The Long Road to
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue,� on Thursday, Jan. 21, at 7 p.m. In the talk Michael Artime, adjunct professor at Puget Sound and Tacoma Community College, and Purdy will also discuss the controversial Citizens United Supreme Court case that led to the creation of super PACs, which allow corporations and individuals to put unlimited funds behind their favorite candidates. An historical perspective will also be offered, including thought-provoking facts such as: Yes, campaigning today is long, vicious, and often highly entertaining. But until 1840 presidential candidates never campaigned for the job. It was deemed undignified. This practice generally continued into the early 20th century. When William Henry Harrison brashly dared to do so, he was upbraided for violating “political propriety.� In 1840 he won the election. In 2015-16 some candidates have been criticized for lacking clear policies. Yet in the 1880s candidates considered it a win-
ning strategy to say very little – so you couldn’t offend anyone. Because of his calculated silence, Ulysses S. Grant was accused by reporters of being a “deaf and dumb candidate.� In 1868 he won the election. Personal attacks today are bloodless compared to the past. In a 2015 Republican debate, presidential hopeful Mike Huckabee was asked whether rival Donald Trump had the “moral authority� to lead. Trump growled, “Such a nasty – such a nasty question.� But historical presidential candidates saw far worse. Ulysses Grant was accused of being a crook, drunkard, ignoramus, dictator, swindler, and “utterly depraved horse jockey.� The upcoming six free lectures in the “Who Will Win the White House� series – all at 7 p.m., on a Thursday, in McIntyre Hall, Room 103 – include: Jan. 21: “The Long Road to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue� Feb. 18: “Who Wants to be President?� March 10: “What do the
MIKE PURDY
Candidates Believe?� March 24: “What Voters and States Will Elect the Next President?� April 14: “How Accurate are the Polls?� April 28: “Media Marketing and the Making of the President� “Initially we hope to get students and the public interested in the political process, and if they are, then voting is the natural outcome,� said Artime. “Ultimately we hope that this understanding will help motivate students and citizens to be politically active and do more about the issues they care about.� The election series is sponsored by the University of Puget Sound Forensics Program, which trains the student debate team, and the Department of Politics and Government. Members of the debate team will help with the event, and many will be present to keep the speakers on their toes.
Local Restaurants HAPPY HOUR:
TRIVIA NIGHT
3-7PM & 9-11:30PM
Sunday All Day Happy Hour!
Monday 9pm-11pm
7 Days a Week!
1st Place - $25 2nd Place - $15 3rd Place - Bar Giveaways
GO HAWKS! START BOOKING YOUR HOLIDAY PARTIES NOW!
* Happy Hour Everyday 3-6pm * Late Night Happy Hour 9-12am Monday through Thursday
EXTENDED HAPPY HOUR DRINKS & APPETIZERS GREAT BAR FOOD SPIRITS & ROTATING MICRO HANDLES
GIFT CERTIFICATES, T-SHIRTS & STICKERS AVAILABLE!
on South 7th & St. Helens Ave.
Pierce County Community Newspaper Group (PCCNG) is the premier producer of community newspapers in the Tacoma and Pierce County area. Along with our flagship publication, the Tacoma Weekly, we publish the University Place Press, Fife Free Press, Milton-Edgewood Signal and Puyallup Tribal News. PCCNG is in need of a IT Technician & Web Developer.
s Windows XP & 7 management and repair skills s Mac OSX (10.3-10.6) management and repair skills s Ability to manage routers, switches and cable modems
s PHP s MySQL s CodeIgniter Framework s Expression Engine s Domain & hosting management s Google Apps Standard
s Experience managing PBX Systems
www.psptacoma.com
253.383.4777
$15-$30 Boxes
To preorder please call
206.432.7548
info@lawafetz.com 2501 E. D St., Ste 32 - Freighthouse Square
ADVERTISE WITH US!
(253) 922-5317
s y a d i l o H y p Hap from
y l k e e W a Tacom
s Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) s Experience in the newspaper/publishing industry s Familiarity with the OpenX ad publishing system s An understanding of Social Networking and how to market with it
Please send all resumes to cleggin@tacomaweekly.com
Follow us on Social Media:
Section A • Page 6 • tacomaweekly.com • Friday, December 25, 2015
BE WELL
inside & out
POWER INTO A NEW YEAR WITH PROTEIN to-drink shake or sandwich with egg, cheese and lean meat to give yourself sustained energy for the rest of the day. WORK IN A WORKOUT. In addition to helping ward off disease and manage your weight, regular exercise helps lift your mood by stimulating feel-good chemicals in the brain and boosts energy by helping your body work more efficiently. A combination of aerobic or cardio activity (walking, jogging or running) and muscle-strengthening activity (lifting weights, resistance training or yoga) is the winning formula, according to the most recent Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans. After your workout, refuel with a rich and creamy Premier Protein Shake, available in Chocolate, Vanilla and Strawberries and Cream, with 30 grams of protein, only 160 calories and just 1 gram of sugar. (Family Features) If the idea of diving into a new year has you feeling more exhausted than invigorated, it may be time to introduce some new strategies to help keep busy days from feeling overwhelming. Proper exercise, balanced nutrition and quality rest can make it easier to adapt when life demands you give a little bit more. Everyone’s life demands are different. Some may be looking to push through a late night workout or make it to the office for an early meeting, while others are looking to enjoy an outing to the park with their kids at the end of the day. These tips will help fuel, inspire and accomplish whatever your personal “one more� is.
POWER WITH PROTEIN. Your body gets energy from three main sources: carbohydrates, fat and protein. Protein plays a major role in repairing damaged cells, tissues and muscle. Good sources of protein include meat, fish, eggs, dairy, nuts and vegetables, but the best sources deliver lots of protein without a lot of fat, carbs and sugar. A proteinbased snack is a good way to recharge during the day. Premier Protein 30-gram bars and Fiber Bars are smart, easy and gluten-free options that are available in an array of flavors to provide sustained energy with fiber, calcium and protein to help curb hunger.
BEGIN WITH A BANG. With a busy day ahead, it can be tempting to rush out the door and skip breakfast. However, countless studies have shown this first meal of the day is extremely important. Skipping out on a balanced breakfast can drag you down all day, both mentally and physically. Being hungry later in the day may also make you more likely to overeat or nibble on high-calorie snacks. For those mornings when you’re crunched for time, grab a protein-rich ready-
KEEP UP ON SLEEP. Quality sleep – and an adequate amount of it – is critical to your overall wellbeing. While you’re sleeping, your body is hard at work healing and repairing from the day, as well as regulat-
ing your hormonal balance and protecting your immune system. At the same time, your brain is also recharging to help your mental function, including learning aptitude, problem solving and emotional health. Most adults need an average of 7-9 hours of sleep for optimal performance. Visit www.premierprotein.com to learn how you can get the sustained energy to help you accomplish “one more� thing each day.
Senior Special
Dentures $
Complete Set
649
Relines $195 PT. DEFIANCE DENTURE & DENTAL CLINIC
x™ä{ĂŠ °Ê{xĂŒÂ…ĂŠ-ĂŒÂ°ĂŠUĂŠ/>Vœ“>ʙn{äÇÊUĂŠĂ“x·ÓÎnࣂnĂŽ
VALERIESUTHERLAND, SUTHERLAND, MD VALERIE MD
BOARD CERTIFIED,INTERNAL INTERNAL MEDICINE MEDICINE BOARD CERTIFIED,
CONSULT TODAY on your personalized medical weight loss and wellness programs with Dr. Valerie Sutherland. Most health ! ! " ! " ! ! ! insurance accepted. Request an appointment at 253.292.1535 or rainiermd.com.
weight loss medspa
3555 Market Place West, Suite 3 (By Whole Foods) University Place
253.292.1535 rainiermd.com
SLEEP APNEA OR SNORING STEVE MARINKOVICH DDS, D.ABDSM
for the utmost in experience, expertise and integrity s Board Certified by the prestigious American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine ...one of only four in the State of Washington with this achievement! s Practice exclusively focused on Sleep Apnea and Snoring Issues s Over 17 years of experience in this field s Our clinic is accredited by the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine ...the only one in Western Washington If you suffer from Snoring or Sleep Apnea and have not found a satisfactory treatment, please call our office for a FREE phone consultation by one of our highly trained staff.
conveniently located near Tacoma Mall, just off of I-5 4ACOMA -ALL "LVD 3UITE % s 4ACOMA 7! s
www.sleepwellnw.com
Fife Dental Center TH 3T %AST s &IFE 7! (253)926-3803 Thank you for voting us “Best Medical Professional 2014� in Fife, Milton, & Edgewood
NEW PATIENT SPECIAL
$100 Target gift card with NEW patient x-rays, exam and cleaning
Lisa L. Buttaro, DDS MAGD “Exceptional Care with Compassion�
www.fifedentalcenter.com
SWORDPLAY - ONCE UPON A TIME, TRAINING IN WARFARE, THEN HONOR AND PERSONAL PROTECTION. TODAY, RECREATION AND SPORT.
Puget Sound Neurology is recruiting patients with CHRONIC MIGRAINE for a research study.
THE PINNACLE?
THE OLYMPIC GAMES
ALL AGE GROUPS BEGINNERS TO ADVANCED
CLASSES AND INDIVIDUAL INSTRUCTION EXPERIENCED, ACCOMPLISHED AND CERTIFIED COACHING STAFF SONS OF NORWAY HALL 1106 S. 15TH ST. TACOMA, WA 98405 PHONE: 253-830-4127 WEBSITE: WWW.TACOMAFENCING.COM EMAIL: INFO@TACOMAFENCING.COM
You may be eligible to participate if you: t Are between the ages of 18-65 t Have a medical history of chronic migraine t Have 15 or more headaches days in the 28 day run in period t Have never used botulinum toxin or topiramate for any reason.
Eligible participants will receive, at no cost, study medication and care for your headaches, and compensation for your time. If interested contact us at 253-284-4488, or research@psneurology.com
MTFC IS A 501(C)3 AMATEUR SPORTS ORGANIZATION AND AFFILIATED CLUB WITH USA FENCING.
www.psneurology.com
Friday, December 25, 2015 • tacomaweekly.com • Section A • Page 7
PUYALLUP TRIBAL IMPACT Supporting the Economic Growth of Our Community
State, local and Puyallup tribal officials held a groundbreaking ceremony on Feb. 18, 2015 for the next Interstate 5 project in Tacoma that will create a new bridge over the Puyallup River and reconstruct the I-5/State Route-167 interchange, commuter lanes and increase access to tribal properties. Pictured here are (left to right): Puyallup tribal member David Duenas; State Representative Hans Zeiger (R-25); Tacoma Deputy Mayor David Boe; Puyallup Tribal Chairman Bill Sterud; State Secretary of Transportation Lynn Peterson; Hamilton Construction President Scott Williams; WSDOT Olympic Region Administrator Kevin Dayton; and Kierra Phifer with U.S. Senator Patty Murray’s office.
Considered among the most urban of Native American tribes, the Puyallup Tribe of Indians has grown to be a critical component of the South Sound economy. As Pierce County’s sixth largest employer, a donor to a broad range of charitable organizations, and a major funder of housing, roads, education and environmental projects, the Puyallup Tribe stands as a model for taking care
of not only its own membership, but sharing its wealth among the broader community as well. The Puyallup Tribe is one of the largest employers in Pierce County. With a payroll of more than 3,200 people that work in the Tribe’s businesses, government, economic development corporation, school, and health and housing authorities — approximately 70 percent
of whom are non-Native — employees enjoy competitive wages and benefits. In 2013, the Tribe spent more than $461 million. This spending supports communities by providing good wages and generous benefits to individuals, and through purchases of goods and services from local suppliers, vendors, contractors, construction companies and more. From sponsoring countless local
charities, non-profit organizations, social welfare projects and events that may otherwise suffer or cease to exist, to protecting the environment, funding crime prevention, city improvement projects and healthcare, the Tribe maintains its commitment to honoring its welldeserved reputation as “the generous people,” a reflection of the meaning of the Tribe’s very name “Puyallup.”
SHARING THE WEALTH Puyallup Tribe keeps communities strong The breadth of the Tribe’s giving has long been a model for how people in communities should take care of people in communities. For years, the Tribe has given critical funds to thousands of organizations throughout Western Washington, employing a careful, thoughtful approach when choosing its donation recipients. During the 2014 fiscal year, the Puyallup Tribe contributed more than $2.5 million from its charity and general funds into the local community with donations to various charities and organizations such as hospitals, healthcare and medical research, schools, food banks, literacy programs, job training…the list goes on. Again and again, the Puyallup Tribe’s generosity comes shining through, and 2014 was certainly no exception. This past summer the Tribal Council made its final payment on a $1 million commitment to MultiCare Health System, presenting $200,000 on July 10 to MultiCare CEO Bill Robertson and Foundations of MultiCare Vice-President Sara Long. Thanks to the Tribe’s contribution, the once over-crowded emergency departments of Tacoma
Community partners help the Tribe do good works for those who need them the most. Here, Pierce County Sheriff’s Detective Ed Troyer volunteers at a Christmastime giveaway the Tribe sponsored in 2014, giving out cups of hot chocolate and steaming soup.
At a Puyallup Tribe Christmastime giveaway for the homeless, Puyallup Tribal Council Member Sylvia Miller (in yellow) helps a giveaway visitor pick out gloves and warm hats.
Native American education and research at the university. “This grant from the Puyallup Tribe will help address one of the greatest barriers faced by Native people today – the lack of information and abundance of misinformation the public has about tribes and tribal people,” said Sharon Parker, UWT’s assistant chancellor for equity and diversity. “As the work of this grant ripples out, students, faculty and staff will share in a great communal experience with roots much deeper than the 25-year history of UWT.” And in December, the Puyallup Tribe gave Northwest Harvest $250,000, the food bank’s biggest donation this year. Presented during KING 5 television’s annual Home Team Harvest event, this donation puts the Tribe at the $1 million mark in donations to Northwest Harvest, Washington’s statewide hunger relief agency. “Since 2011, the Tribe has been our largest contributor each year,” said Dee Christoff, director of donor relations. “A significant percentage of our budget every year is raised right around the holidays, and we have to make it last, so a large gift like this really helps us to get through our entire year.” More Christmastime donations were given as well in 2014 – $125,000 to Toys for Tots and $125,000 to Crime Stoppers of Tacoma-Pierce County. The Tribe’s donation is the largest sinIn keeping with their namesake legacy as “the generous people,” in December 2014 the Puyallup Tribe of Indians gave generously to the University of gle gift to these entities, marking the Washington-Tacoma. Pictured here are (holding check, from left) Kenyon Chan, Interim Chancellor at UWT, and Puyallup Tribal Council Members Marguerite Edwards and Sylvia Miller. Behind them are (from left) Joshua Knudson, Vice Chancellor-UWT Advancement; Michael Tulee, Native American Educator-UWT third year the Puyallups have given this Office of Equity & Diversity; Puyallup Tribal Council Member Tim Reynon; Puyallup Tribal Council Chairman Bill Sterud; Puyallup Tribal Council Vice Chairman Larry LaPointe and Puyallup Tribal Council Member David Bean. amount of financial support. General Hospital and Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital expanded from a small footprint to spanning the length of an entire football field, including both end zones. Continuing its longstanding tradition of supporting higher education, the Tribe made its largest grant to date to the University of WashingtonTacoma - $275,000 that will go toward enhancing
For more information about the Puyallup Tribe of Indians, visit www.puyallup-tribe.com.
Section A • Page 8 • tacomaweekly.com • Friday, December 25, 2015
t THA
t Lincoln
From page A1
From page A1
has always done this for the families, but the community support has grown and grown,� he said. “We started with doing 50 baskets and thought we were working miracles, but this is beyond miracles here.� While the Lincoln staff has always helped make Christmas complete for their students and families, things really took off about 14 years ago, when principal Pat Irwin took the reins of the high school. Irwin was out of town on this Friday of giving, but his spirit was there strong as ever. Staff members couldn’t say enough good things about this dynamic principal and all he has done to make Lincoln a home away from home. “Lincoln is very fortunate to have Pat,� Koval said. “His strength is his ability to identify good teachers and good workers and good people. He finds good people willing to work hard and do what needs to be done.� Burke said Irwin is “the hardest working principal in the country. To be honest, I’ve always been able to outwork my boss, but he’s one guy I can’t outwork. Pat has a heart, intellect and vision to put good people together and empower us to be our best. We’re just a really cohesive group of people. His door is always open. A kid knocks on the door, and there’s never an interruption. Pat opens his door and that kid comes first. That’s who we are.� For local neighborhood resident and Lincoln volunteer Terry Wilmer, he recalled the positive changes that Lincoln High School has undergone. “I remember when (Pat Irwin) came in and there were changes right away and they’ve never stopped. It’s been 14 years of progress,� he said. “I think there’s a lot more trust from the general community than there was 25 years ago. People gave all this stuff because they knew it would
PHOTO CREDIT
TREATS. With about 80 cases of potato chips donated, every student received some at the end of the school day, along with some other Christmas treats.
go to the right place.� Just this year, Lincoln High School was named a “2015 School of Distinction� for being one of the five percent highest improving schools in the State of Washington for increased reading and math achievement and graduation rate over the past five years. This award was given by the Center for Educational Effectiveness (CEE) in partnership with the Association of Educational Service Districts (AESD), Association of Washington School Principals (AWSP), Washington Association of School Administrators (WASA), and the Washington Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development (WASCD), Lincoln English teacher Patrick McDermott said he chose to teach at Lincoln because he wanted the challenge of reaching students who may have difficult life circumstances and need that connection with a caring teacher who’s got their best interest at heart.
t Tacoma Reads From page A1
etable Miracle� was used to discuss urban gardening and growing your own food. Now, “Station 11� tackles the topic of a plague that wipes out 99 percent of the planet’s population. The story is not as gloomy as other post-apocalyptic fiction, and instead focuses on the importance of art in a world that has lost much of it.
Short Term
FosterShort Parents Term
Foster Parents
Needed in your community today to provide care for up to 90 days We offer 24/7 support from trained professionals to walk through each day with you
MonthlyNeeded reimbursement of 1,500 in your community today
Other events include a disaster preparedness conversation with the Red Cross in early March. “What kind of resources do you need to have in your home to not have power or electricity for five days or 10 days? How does the city react to this kind of disaster? What happens to roads and what happens to police? What’s in place, and what resources does the city bring to it,� Domkoski said in posing hypothetical questions inspired by “Station 11.� An apocalyptic movie marathon at the library throughout the coming months is also in the works, with a wide variety of movies slated to be shown. “Some [movies] are
bleak, some not so bleak. We’re trying to find a nice balance,� Domkoski said In keeping with Tacoma Reads tradition, King’s Books will host a book discussion on “Station 11� sometime in March with Mayor Marilyn Strickland. “If you look around the media today, why is there so much attention given to the end of the world? We have ‘The Walking Dead, ‘’The 100,’ all this postapocalyptic fiction. Why? That’s something we want to explore with people who write young adult books, and who work in the media. Is it unique to this time, or is something that happens with what’s going on in the world? Are we afraid the world’s going to end,
and what happens then? What happens if Mt. Rainier explodes? Are we prepared? Or all this flooding, are we prepared? Domkoski queried. “There’s so much discussion on the value of arts in education. Look at Tacoma. We have theater, we have music we have dance, we have great museums, and why are all these important to us? It’s a great book and I think people will be surprised at how different it is from other end of the world books. There are no zombies, there are no space aliens, there are no monsters. It’s just us.� Be sure to visit www. tacomapubliclibrary.org for the latest updates on Tacoma Reads Together.
HUGE WASHERS!
Make Your Clothes As White As Snow!
For more information contact 253.363.6937 or email sarar@ccsww.org
Dedicated adults
Miller’s Jewelry & Repair Custom Design & Jewelry Making
s Watch batteries replaced $7 s Soldering s Sizing
“Unlike other ‘end of the world as we know it’ books, this is upbeat. It’s all about the need for the arts, literature and music in one’s life,� Domkoski said. “The book was nominated for all sorts of awards – for best book of the year, national book award – and has gotten incredible reviews from everyone, it’s a very powerful book, elegant.� The city will host several events related to the book over the coming months; keep an eye on www.tacomapubliclibrary. org for a full list of events in early January. A highlight will be a chat with “Station 11� author Emily St. John Mandel at Urban Grace Church on March. 24.
Lighthouse Laundry GET READY FOR WINTER!
$
s Stone cutting s Certified appraisals (by appt) ALL WORK DONE ON SITE!
WE’VE MOVED! 4602 Pacific Ave S, Tacoma P (253) 548-0441 F (253) 548-2129
Open m 8am - 9p 1384019V01
A CHILD NEEDS YOU TODAY!
“The whole idea is bringing people together to talk about ideas in the book and create conversation,� Tacoma Public Library’s Community Relations Manager David Domkoski said. Previously, books like “Fahrenheit 451� were used to discuss national issues like the Patriot Act. The 2009 book “Animal Veg-
“I knew a good deal about the school and about the teachers and I knew it would be a good fit,� he said. “It’s an extraordinary place. It’s hard and challenging, but very rewarding and the administration is amazing.� A former co-owner of King’s Books, McDermott got to know Irwin from the principal’s voracious appetite for books. “I have yet to meet anyone who has been more impressive to me. He’s an extraordinary person – generous and really smart.� Burke said Lincoln would not be where it is today were it not for a caring community on the outside and a devoted staff on the inside going that extra mile for the Lincoln High School student body. Today is just as meaningful as the Chinese president’s visit,� she said. “The staff here is innovative, creative, dynamic and just has a huge heart. We are truly what you’d call a team.�
had been experiencing a steady decline in customers and had proven to be too large for present-day branch banking operations. In the interest of investing in THA’s mission and in the vitality of Hilltop, Key agreed to sell the site to THA at a rate significantly below its assessed market value. “THA is pleased to acquire this property. It is part of THA’s continuing investment in the Hilltop’s development and in the effort to make that development equitable,� said Michael Mirra, executive director of Tacoma Housing Authority. “As with all of THA’s developments, we will seek to build properties that are financially sustainable, environmentally innovative and attractive.� THA owns and operates more than 1,300 affordable apartments throughout Tacoma, ranging from renovations to award-winning new developments. The housing authority is the largest provider of affordable housing in Tacoma. “We are delighted to transfer ownership of this extraordinary location to the experts at the Tacoma Housing Authority,� said Brian Marlow, KeyBank president in South Puget Sound. John Roehm, KeyBank retail executive for Washington, concurred, saying “the discounted price we’ve extended to THA will help them redevelop the area into a place to live and work that enhances the neighborhood. The Tacoma Housing Authority knows what to do, and we are confident in their ability to make the highest and best use of this property.� KeyBank continues to invest volunteer time and money in the Hilltop community. Over the past two years, more than a quarter million dollars has been gifted to nonprofits located in, or primarily providing services to, the Hilltop area of Tacoma. The biggest beneficiaries have included Catholic Community Services’ New Nativity House ($100,000 over four years), Community Health Care’s Hilltop Clinic ($50,000 over four years), and Goodwill’s Key to Change Financial Education Program ($55,000 over two years).
26th & N. Pearl • Westgate S. Shopping Center www.LightHouseLaundry.biz Free Wi-Fi
Corcoran’s Lock & Safe LLC 2ESIDENTIAL s #OMMERCIAL s !UTO "ONDED s ,ICENSED
253-756-5000 Emergency Service
Bob Corcoran, C.R.L. Fax: 253-756-0694
HELP THE W.R. RUST PLAZA GROW! A bronze bust of Ruston’s founding father, W.R. Rust, by artist Paul Michaels, has been installed on the corner of N. 51st and Winnifred Street. The Ruston-Point Defiance Business District is selling commemorative bricks to create a walkable plaza surrounding the bust. Purchase a brick with your own inscription, to commemorate an event or loved one, or to honor an organization you are part of!
2519 N. Stevens Tacoma, WA 98407
Magazines, DVDs, Novelties, Gifts for Lovers
4x8 Laser Engraved Brick: $100 3 lines with 18 characters each
AUTO DETAILING
$30 OFF
COMPLETE DETAIL BOTH LOCATIONS
Must present coupon at time of purchase to receive discount. Limit one coupon per customer per visit. TW061915
W + $ .2
TO BUY A BRICK GO TO: www.exporenorthpearl.com/buy-a-brick/
4x8 Laser Engraved Brick: $125 3 lines with 18 characters and choice of symbol
NEW LOCATION NOW OPEN IN FIFE! 2592 Pacific Hwy E Fife, WA 98424 253.922.1555 13813 Meridian E Puyallup, WA 98373 253.848.6331
,
!$5,4 "//+3 6)$%/3
"59 s 3%,, s 42!$% ADULT VIDEO – OPEN 7 DAYS PRIVATE VIDEO VIEWING BOOTHS
LOWEST PRICES AROUND! 5440 So. Tacoma Way Tacoma
(253) 474-9871
=
3922 100th SW Lakewood
=
338 N. Callow Bremerton
(253) 582-3329 (360) 373-0551
Bookkeeping Services for Small Businesses
Laura Winkelman H: 253.858.3779 C: 253.514.0309 lw7707@comcast.net
SI DE TH E
Sports
LIN E
TACOMAWEEKLY.com
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2015
The Sideline is Tacoma Weekly’s sports-only blog, providing you with quick game recaps as well as some content that won’t appear in print! Check in for regular updates, and we hope you enjoy! http://www.tacomaweekly.com/sideline
SECTION A, PAGE 9
OUR TOP STORIES OF THE YEAR OFFER UP A LITTLE BIT FOR EVERY FAN
TOP PHOTO BY DAVID TURNIPSEED // BOTOM PHOTO BY ROCKY ROSS
KICK IT. (top) The Tacoma Stars celebrate
another goal at the ShoWare Center. The team is currently 7-4 and in second place in the MASL Pacific Division. (bottom) South Sound FC captain Micah Wenzel isn't afraid to mix it up with the opposition.
THESE TOP STORIES REFLECT THE AREA’S LOVE FOR SOCCER By Justin Gimse jgimse@tacomaweekly.com TOP PHOTO BY JOSHUA WEISBERG // LEFT PHOTO BY BILL BUNGARD // RIGHT PHOTO BY ROCKY ROSS
THE BEST. (top) What sort of dramatic, clutch catches does Seattle Seahawks' wide receiver Jermaine
Kearse have up his sleeve for this year's playoffs? Can he make it three NFC Championship game winning catches in a row? We hope so. (left) Grave Digger and the Monster Jam gang returns to the Tacoma Dome on Jan. 15-17. Dig it. (right) Jordan Speith had a little trouble with this shot, but he held on for the U.S. Open victory at Chambers Bay. By Justin Gimse jgimse@tacomaweekly.com
R
egular readers of the Tacoma Weekly Sports Page already know that we cover a good amount of Tacoma high school sports, as well as several club level and professional soccer teams. As a matter of fact, it seems as if soccer is rolling 12 months of the year now that the indoor game has returned with the Tacoma Stars. We also have been known to cover boxing, mixed martial arts, rugby, roller derby, monster trucks, golf, bodybuilding and more. Below are excerpts from articles that were among the most read online news pieces during the week they ran. There’s a pretty good variety in there, and if you simply punch in the title on any Internet search, you can read the entire piece – always for free – on the TacomaWeekly.com.
JERMAINE KEARSE: REPRESENTING THE 253
Every so often, you’ll hear an NFL television announcer imply that Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jermaine Kearse is from Seattle. Sometimes they’ll get the Lakewood part correct but treat the town as if it were a suburb of Seattle. As a South Sounder it can drive a person crazy. The big city up in the 206 already has a long list of homegrown sports heroes, and it doesn’t need to be taking credit for a rising star that is absolutely from the 253. Last year, the City of Lakewood celebrated “Jermaine Kearse Day” on April 12, and the crowds were huge. As a newly minted Super Bowl champion and one of the heroes of the 2013 NFC Championship game, it was a fitting gesture from the community. The former Lakes Lancer football star is always the first person to show respect
and love to his hometown and the people of Lakewood and the feeling in this part of the Puget Sound is very much mutual.
OUT OF MY ELEMENT: MONSTER TRUCKS
MONSTER JAM DELIVERS THE DECIBELS AND DESTRUCTION When I was about ten years old, the monster truck called “Bigfoot” crashed into the boyhood scene of America. The car crushing dreams that we never knew existed were now right there on the television screen in all their destructive glory. It was next to impossible to not get hooked by such a huge, behemoth of a truck that could seemingly tackle any obstacle at will. Shortly after that, Christmas happened and I found myself the proud owner of the toy that every red-blooded youngster desired that holiday season: the electronic Bigfoot toy. To this day, I can’t recall what else I got that Christmas, and I’m sure it probably included some G.I. Joe and/ or Star Wars paraphernalia. This was some serious toy business we’re talking about and nothing was going to get in the way of my Bigfoot. It had a plastic key that turned the truck on, two speeds and forward and reverse. What I remember most was that it was a weighty piece of machinery. I remember feeling like my parents were really beginning to understand this present giving business. I very much looked forward to unwrapping presents from them in the future.
TACOMA’S GOLDEN GLOVES RETURNS FOR A 67TH YEAR
The Tacoma Golden Gloves boxing tournament enters its 67th year and it’s shaping up to be one of its best competitions ever. Long known for one of the best Golden Gloves tournaments in the nation, Tacoma will host many of the biggest rising stars in the amateur boxing game on Friday, Feb. 6 and Saturday, Feb. 7.
Back in the 1940’s, the Tacoma Athletic Commission began staging Golden Gloves championships in the Tacoma Armory. The fights moved to the UPS Memorial Fieldhouse in the 1950’s and then into the Tacoma Dome Exhibition Hall in the early 1980’s. Last year the weekend of champions moved back to UPS and it feels like home again. If someday you hope to say “I saw this boxer before he even turned pro” then you’re going to need to get out this coming weekend and plan on having a couple of evenings that you’ll never forget.
BATTLE AT THE BOAT 100 DAZZLES FIGHT FANS
It was nearly 20 years in the making and well worth the wait. Battle at the Boat turned in its 100th night of fights on Saturday, March 28 and it was easily the most exciting event I’ve ever witnessed at the Emerald Queen Casino. Brian Halquist Productions rolled out a six-fight card for the night and nearly every fight offered up the goods to make the packed house scream, yell and cheer. Of course the night began with good old Danny Bonaduce chatting up the crowd from the center of the ring. I always enjoy the former child star and radio host at Seattle’s KZOK. He gets cheers, boos and laughs and he always has a smile on his face up there.
CHAMBERS BAY SHINES AT U.S. OPEN MEDIA DAY
The talking heads and scribes were in full force at the U.S. Open’s Media Day on Monday, April 27, at Chambers Bay; and much of the feeling in the air was awe for the incredible golf course nestled next to the Puget Sound in University Place. With more than 200 media types at the United States Golf Association press conference, it had the feel of a seminar, instead of the Superbowl. u See TOP STORIES / page A10
It just goes on and on these days. The soccer never quits around here and we’re always happy to get out there and bring the readers the nitty gritty goods from their local, highly-talented teams. Our top soccer stories of the year weren’t simply the most read soccer articles. All these stories were among the most-read articles of the week on TacomaWeekly.com when they were first published. There are an awful lot of people around here that just can’t get enough soccer. Non-soccer folks don’t get it, but that’s just how it’s always been. Be sure to type the story title in any search engine to read the article in its entirety.
THE GRIDIRON DAYS ARE LONG GONE, AND NOW JOE JARZYNKA HAS TAKEN HIS GAME TO THE STARS
The Tacoma Weekly recently caught up with former Washington Huskies football legend Joe Jarzynka. While his days of dazzling punt returns are long gone, Jarzynka is still making the most of every opportunity and is now a defender for the Tacoma Stars indoor soccer team. We hit Jarzynka with 20 questions and he didn’t flinch.
TACOMA STARS TAKEOVER OF THE MASL SEATTLE IMPACT IS HAPPENING
The Tacoma Weekly has just received word that the sale of the Seattle Impact professional indoor soccer team to Tacoma's Lane Smith is happening. The Tacoma Stars will take over the remainder of the Seattle Impact's Major Arena Soccer League scheduled games and it appears likely this will be starting this Friday night as the Stars host their old MISL rival San Diego Sockers at the Showare Center in Kent.
TIMING IS RIGHT FOR TACOMA STARS JUMP TO THE PRO MASL
While 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 have finalized a buyout and takeover of the professional Seattle Impact FC of the Major Arena Soccer League, which will see the team finishing Seattle’s indoor soccer season out as the Tacoma Stars. The team will also complete 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.
u See SOCCER / page A12
Section A • Page 10 • tacomaweekly.com • Friday, December 25, 2015
t Top Stories
From page A9
I showed up early to make sure I had a decent spot in what would be a packed event room at Chambers Environmental Services Building and watched as a very nervous looking man began unpacking the illustrious U.S. Open Championship Trophy. The silver beauty was set upon the stage, and as the lid was put on the top it didn’t seem to fit at first. The attendant looked worried for a second. A thrill ran up my spine. Perhaps the venerable trophy from 1947 was damaged and out of shape. This was going to be news. Alas, he was just putting it on the wrong way and the lid suddenly set correctly into place and my newsflash was dashed.
The rAiNierS, rhUBArB, SoNicS gUy ANd SUNShiNe
On Sunday, May 3, I headed down to Cheney Stadium for what was bound to be a sunburnt, yet rewarding day at the ballpark. The Tacoma Rainiers had just won their third straight game, it was a throwback weekend, which meant the first 1,000 fans at the stadium would be getting a free 1960’s Tacoma Cubs hat and I was meeting up with one of the Puget Sound’s more-recognizable individuals. Most folks know Kristopher Brannon as the “Sonics Guy” around these parts. He began appearing more than six years ago at sporting events, concerts, festivals and ribbon cuttings throughout the Seattle and Tacoma metro region. Sometimes it seems as though your event hasn’t quite made it yet until Brannon comes rolling through in his Seattle Sonics gear, smiling and holding up his signature “Bring ‘em Back” Sonics sign.
Some oBServATioNS from ThiS U.S. oPeN JoUrNey
A couple of vendors were playing with fire on Thursday when a power issue caused a temporary closure of their businesses. It was mid-day and both the Starbucks and the cell phone charging tent were backed up with unhappy people in dire need of a helping hand with two of the most important things in life. As I looked around I saw all of the other businesses and tents hopping with activity and I thought to myself, “They have no idea how close they are to having a full-blown riot on their hands.” You hear all sorts of fun stuff if you’re actually listening in a crowd. An old timer was walking along next to me talking to what I assumed to be his wife on the phone. He said “the setup for this thing is terrible. You can’t get close to the players and the stands are all full.” I’m guessing that the folks in the stands were making different kinds of phone calls.
U.S. oPeN cloSeS oUT iN drAmATic fAShioN
Jordan Spieth may very well be America’s next sweetheart, if he isn’t already. Just a couple of weeks after American Pharaoh dazzled the world winning horse racing’s Triple Crown, the cool-headed 21-year old Masters champion outlasted a field packed with big names and big talent to capture the second leg of golf ’s Grand Slam in exciting fashion. Near the end of play on championship Sunday, it looked as though the U.S. Open could actually end in a six-way tie. After a few more bounces, it then looked as if it could be a two-way tie and a return trip for another 18 holes of golf on Monday morning.
WWfA chAmPioNShiP
PUYALLUP NATION KINGS TOO MUCH TO HANDLE FOR THE OUTLAWS Bouncing back from a 2014 championship game loss, and enduring troubles at the beginning of the season, the Puyallup Nation Kings finally found themselves hoisting the 2015 Western Washington Football Alliance trophy on Saturday night, Aug. 15. In front of the biggest WWFA crowd in two years, the Kings endured a slugfest with their crosstown rival Puget Sound Outlaws, coming up with big stops at just the right time to capture the crown in a 17-6 victory. Nearly 1,000 fans filled the stands at Sunset Chevrolet Stadium in Sumner and the atmosphere was everything one would expect out of a championship game. The Kings withstood everything the Outlaws were able to throw at them for four quarters and finished the game in Victory Formation, with quarterback Justin Southern taking two knees to run out the clock.
SUPer fighT leAgUe AmericA 44
TWO OF TACOMA’S BEST WALK OUT WITH TITLE BELTS You never know what you’re going to get from a night of fights at the Emerald Queen Casino, or any other establishment offering up mixed martial arts or boxing events. It truly is like a box of chocolates as a man once said in a movie on a park bench. Occasionally, you open the box of chocolates and all your candy dreams come true for that brief moment. This is pretty much what happened at Super Fight League America 44 at the EQC on Sept. 26. Every piece in that box was tasty and exactly what I wanted. When all eight fights on the bill finish with either a submission or a knockout, you know you’ve been served up nothing but treats.
TAcomA BecomiNg A PerfecT home for BodyBUildiNg’S NorTherN clASSic
When you have the physique of a retired defensive lineman who was nicknamed after a household appliance, it is only natural that you will get the assignment to cover a bodybuilding competition. Thus, there I was at the Pantages Theater Saturday, Oct. 10 for the Northern Classic, an event featuring bodybuilding, figure, physique and bikini competitions. I have never been to anything like this, and I have to give a shout out to the Elite Productions team of Michele Mayberry and Christopher Algeo for a very well run evening. With the sheer number of competitors, the evening could have gone sideways very quickly, but functioned like clockwork.
A TiTle ShoT for gAvroNSki AT BATTle AT The BoAT 103
After a string of impressive victories inside the ropes, Tacoma boxer Mike “Imagine Me” Gavronski will be fighting for a title belt this time around at Battle at the Boat 103. Don’t bother asking him how he feels about it though, hoping for some wistful, starry-eyed response, because he’ll tell you that he’s not even thinking about it. He’s got one mission Saturday, Nov. 7 at the Emerald Queen Casino Showroom, and that is to put his opponent Dashon Johnson flat on his back.
PUgeT SoUNd edgeS PAcific lUTherAN iN oNe for The AgeS
It was bound to happen sooner or later. The University of Puget Sound Loggers entered their Halloween afternoon Homecoming game against their crosstown rival Pacific Lutheran University Lutes in the odd position of being the odds-on favorite to win the game. Not only was UPS the second-leading offense in the Northwest Conference, only behind Linfield, the second-ranked team in the country, but the Loggers were actually winning ballgames. A struggling PLU was probably going to have trouble slowing down the high-flying Logger onslaught. Of course, those types of figures mean a little less in a rivalry matchup, and even less when the game is played under torrential rain and windy conditions, rendering the two teams about as evenly matched up as could be.
TAcomA Weekly’S ToP high School SPorTS STorieS of The yeAr By Justin Gimse jgimse@tacomaweekly.com
I
t was an awfully exciting and fun year to be a fan of Tacoma high school sports. League and district titles were captured by some Grit City teams and a few squads even looked like state championship material until the final whistles blew on their respective seasons. If 2016 is anything like 2015, we’re in for a wild ride. Here is a sampling of articles that were among the most-read online high school sports pieces during the week they ran in 2015. If you type in the title on any Internet search, you can read the entire piece – always for free – on the TacomaWeekly.com.
oUT of my elemeNT: BoyS SWimmiNg
SWELTERING ASSIGNMENT PUSHES THE LIMITS OF WRITER It was a spooky late afternoon as I headed through the massive fog bank that had engulfed the north end of Tacoma. Stadium High School was difficult to see from just a couple of blocks away and after parking, I noticed that I could hear voices emanating from the bowels of Stadium Bowl, but the fog hid everything. It was kind of creepy. My mission for the day was a non-league boys swim meet between the Stadium Tigers and the Puyallup Vikings. I had no idea it was going to turn into a weight-loss event. First thing out of the gate, if you don’t get directions from someone, you are going to wander around the Stadium athletic facility and as I did, looking like a dummy. Perhaps there are signs directing you this way or that way, but I didn’t see them. Maybe the fog had gotten to me.
WilSoN WiNS diSTricT TiTle AS TAcomA TeAmS AdvANce
It was an all-Tacoma final in the boys’ 3A West Central District tournament and the Lincoln Abes were looking to make it three in a row. The co-champs of the 3A Narrows league trailed by as many as 13 points in the third quarter but were unable to overcome a determined Wilson Rams squad led by junior superstar guard David Jenkins. Jenkins hit two free throws with 4.8 seconds remaining in the game to lift Wilson to a 77-74 victory over their cross-town rival on Saturday, Feb. 21 at Puyallup High School. Following the game, it was the first time Wilson has cut down the nets at districts in the modern era.
Lincoln ran away with the 3A Narrows League title this season posting a perfect 7-0 mark against league foes and finishing 12-0 overall. Head coach Minh Nguyen has put together a championship squad that was born out of humble beginnings when he took over the program in 2007.
liNcolN ABeS look exPloSive AS ever iN SeASoN deBUT
There were all sorts of questions to be asked and answered on Saturday, Sept. 5 as the Lincoln Abes suited up for a brand new season on the gridiron. Following one of the most successful years in school history in 2014, the Abes were already in the position of having to try and “top that” this year. It was then that their head coach headed out of town, along with their all-state quarterback and tight end. Any sort of football fan with even a shred of knowledge about the game would probably flirt with the idea that Lincoln might have themselves a tough go of it this season. Any notions of a reboot or setback were quickly cast aside at Lincoln Bowl, as Lincoln dismantled a Roosevelt High School team from Portland that probably began the day with a little payback and revenge on their minds in the second year of the “I-5 Shootout” series between the two schools. Lincoln had other plans as they ran roughshod over the Roughriders to the tune of 54-7 in front of a happy, and perhaps relieved, Abes crowd.
mT. TAhomA volleyBAll
HARD WORK AND CONFIDENCE CHANGING T-BIRD PROGRAM One of the more interesting arguments in the sporting world involves the subject of a “moral victory.” Where one team, perhaps the underdog, perhaps playing with injuries, fights tooth and nail against a stronger opponent, pushing them to the absolute brink, only to fall short in the end and lose the contest. If you listen to most of the “know-it-alls” on the sports radio dial, they pretty much think there is no such thing as a moral victory. Personally, I think they’re all nuts. Not only have I experienced moral victories in my athletic youth, but as a sports reporter, I’ve seen it happen right here in Tacoma on several occasions.
STAdiUm focUSed oN WiNNiNg deSPiTe PlAyiNg oN foreigN TUrf
TACOMA WAS A HOTBED FOR HIGHFLYING AND HOT-SHOOTING SCORERS There were four boys basketball teams out of the eight within the city of Tacoma that finished with 20 or more wins this season. It takes some serious firepower to rack up 20 wins, let alone four times over. That kind of success made it even more difficult to choose the 2015 All-City Boys Basketball Team. We did away with the usual first-team, second-team mumbo jumbo. As is usually the case, many of the players on the second-teams are just as good as the players on the first-teams. So let’s just forget about all that and show you what a real All-City basketball team looks like.
A not-so-funny thing happened to the Stadium Tigers girls’ soccer team on their continuing journey through what is turning into a successful season. Before the season even began, worker crews found several sinkholes in Stadium Bowl, which sent the girls up the road to practice at Jason Lee Middle School, also pushing their home opener to Sept. 15. While it was an inconvenience at the time, it paled in comparison to what followed. On Oct. 10, torrential rains flooded Stadium Bowl, rendering the historic site unplayable until at least this coming February. While the bulk of the press coverage then focused upon the loss of tens of thousands of dollars in football gear, one thing that got overlooked was a soccer team that no longer had a home. Relegated to finish out their home games at Tacoma’s iconic Lincoln Bowl, the Stadium Tigers have had to brush their tears aside and stay focused on a season that has them on the cusp of a playoff berth.
TAcomA Weekly 2015 All-ciTy girlS BASkeTBAll TeAm
TAcomA Weekly 2015 All-ciTy fooTBAll TeAmS
TAcomA Weekly 2015 All-ciTy BoyS BASkeTBAll TeAm
LEAGUE TITLES AND ACCOLADES HIGHLIGHT THIS GRIT CITY TEAM It was another special year for Tacoma girls basketball as two of the eight teams within the city qualified for their respective state tournaments, while another two were just one win shy of joining them. That kind of success made it a little bit easier to select the 2015 All-City Girls Basketball Team. The Bellarmine Lady Lions won the 4A Narrows league championship and went on to take home the sixth-place trophy at the Hardwood Classic. One of the best seasons in school history ended with a 23-4 record. Bellarmine’s four losses came against three teams that placed at state and against one of the best teams in the state of California. Wilson’s Lady Rams took home the 3A Narrows league crown, as well as the West Central District championship. Had the ball bounced a different way a couple of times at the 3A Hardwood Classic, Wilson very well may have found themselves playing in the championship game. The Lady Rams lost both state games by a total of six points and ended their remarkable season with a 21-6 record.
yoUNg T-BirdS ShoW heArT ANd PromiSe iN oPeNer
The day before the Mt. Tahoma boys’ soccer season opener, the weather around Tacoma was some of the worst in the past year. It looked like it might be one of those miserable matches for players, coaches, fans and sportswriters. But Monday morning brought the sun along with it and it was a perfect evening to kick-off the T-Birds new season of promise.
liNcolN’S rAcqUeT girlS look To Become qUeeNS of The coUrT
There are some sports that seem to go handin-hand with success at inner-city schools. Football, basketball and track are quick and easy ones that come to mind. It’s pretty fair to say that few people will throw tennis into that mix. In recent years the girls over at Lincoln High School have been working hard to change that view and turn the game of tennis into a sport that is regularly associated with Lady Abes’ success.
STELLAR PLAYERS AND EXCITING TEAMS MADE 2015 SEASON SPECIAL It was another banner year for high school football in the City of Destiny. Four teams from within the Tacoma city limits were able to advance through the district playoffs and into their respective state tournaments’ round of 16. Now that all of the teams’ seasons have come to a close, it’s time to take a glance back and unveil our 2015 Tacoma Weekly All-City Football Teams.
TAcomA Weekly 2015 All-ciTy girlS Soccer TeAm
TWO TEAMS REPRESENT TACOMA’S TOP TALENT To celebrate the fine play and exceptional skills of Tacoma’s best soccer this season – the Tacoma Weekly decided to again do away with the usual first, second and honorable mention format for the Girls All-City Soccer Team. Instead, we created two fictitious soccer all-star clubs and drafted players back-and-forth from a pool of the best talent that our city had to offer. Thus was born the 2015 Girls All-City Teams – the “Football Club (FC) of Destiny” and the “Grit City FC.” We gathered together 19 all-stars per squad and all were well-deserving of their spots.
kiTNA BidS fAreWell
LINCOLN MOVES ON Breaking up is hard to do. It’s a song and it’s also the truth. It might start with shock and move on to anger. Denial kicks in, then regret, and at some point the broken heart tries to move on. Folks around Tacoma and Lincoln High School were swept through these emotions recently when they found out, on Jan. 21, that local-boy Jon Kitna was resigning as head coach of the Lincoln Abe football program and heading south to take over the football program at Waxahachie High School in Texas. At the time, it just didn’t seem possible. This surely had to be a mistake. Kitna was confirming it. Lincoln High School was confirming it. Even Waxahachie High School was confirming it. No, this just couldn’t be.
Friday, December 25, 2015 • tacomaweekly.com • Section A • Page 11
SPORTSWATCH
PHOTO BY DAVID TURNIPSEED
MASL TACOMA STARS RETURN HOME AFTER SPLITTING TWO ON THE ROAD The Tacoma Stars (7-4) jumped out to an early lead and held on for a 5-4 victory over the Las Vegas Legends (7-3) on Saturday, Dec. 19 at Las Vegas Sportspark. Stars midfielder Joey Gjertsen led the club with a brace, while Mark Lee, Michael Ramos, and Chase Hanson all contributed solo scores. Goalkeeper Danny Waltman notched 17 saves on 21 shots while holding the Legends scoreless in the first and third quarters. Tacoma raced out to a 3-0 lead over the Legends with a trio of goals from Lee, Ramos and Gjertsen - all three goals were unassisted. Ramos’ goal was his second of the weekend, after scoring just once in the Stars first nine matches. Las Vegas cut into the Stars lead with goals from forwards Roberto Garcia and Nestor Hernandez, giving Tacoma a 3-2 advantage heading into halftime. Gjertsen completed his brace with an unassisted goal just over seven minutes into the second half - the goal was the only score of the third quarter, and gave the Stars a 4-2 lead. Hanson notched his first goal of the season 34 seconds into the fourth quarter to extend Tacoma’s lead to 5-2. A pair of Las Vegas goals, the second of which came with an extra attacker, pulled the Legends within one, but the Stars would ultimately hold on to claim a 5-4 victory. The win helped soften the blow following a 9-6 defeat the night before at the hands of the Ontario Fury. Tacoma fell behind 3-0 in the match but battled back to tie the game, before giving up one more goal late in the second quarter. Ontario scored three goals in the third quarter and two more in the fourth and it proved to be too much for Tacoma to come back from. Tacoma returns home to the ShoWare Center to play the San Diego Sockers on Sunday, Jan. 3. First kick is scheduled for 5:05 p.m. PT. Single game tickets, season ticket packages, group outings, and suite offerings for the Tacoma Stars 2015-16 season are available now. To purchase, call 1-844-STARS-TIME or visit the Stars online at www.tacomastars.com. The most up-to-date news and notes about the Stars can be found by following the Stars on Twitter (@TacomaStarsSC) or liking the team on Facebook. DESPITE TOuGH WEEkEND, STARS RESERvES HOLD ONTO SEcOND PLAcE IN WISL The Tacoma Stars Reserves lost a heated battle with the Olympic Force on Friday, Dec. 18 at the Tacoma Soccer Center. The Reserves led three times, but the Force were able to answer each goal, including a Force goal that came off of a Reserves mistaken own goal, and snatched a 4-3 victory The Stars Reserves scored early on when Nate Ford found Vince McCluskey for his third goal of the season. It was 1-0 after the first quarter. Olympic’s Izzy Deluna leveled the match in the second quarter. The low-scoring battle was 1-1 at the half. Tacoma led twice in the second half. Vitalie Bulala put the home side up 2-1 in the third quarter on an assist from Kyle Danielson while Tacoma was on a power play. The tight affair saw the Force come right back seconds later to even it at 2-2 when Enrique Hidalgo scored. Tacoma retook the lead 3-2 going into the fourth quarter after Danielson assisted on a goal by Alex Vogt. In the fourth quarter the Force mounted several chances as the Reserves defense clung just one foul away from a power play situation. Finally the Reserves defense was breached when a rushed play saw Tacoma surrender an own goal as Evan Denmark pushed a pass back to goalkeeper Aaron Anderson, but instead slotted the ball just inside the far past with 9:45 remaining in the match. Francisco Cisneros scored the winner, putting Olympic Force on top 4-3. The Tacoma Stars Reserves ended the double header weekend with a 5-5 tie against Oly Town FC. After dropping points to Olympic Force Friday night, the Reserves traveled to Evergreen State College to take on Oly Town FC on Saturday, Dec. 19. The game started with Oly Town striking first, but Vincent McCluskey answered quickly bringing the Reserves even at 1-1 in the early minutes of the game. The second quarter started the same with Oly Town scoring early, while this time it was Tyler John evening up the score at 2-2 for the Reserves. The half ended with the Reserves trailing 3-2 after another goal by Oly Town. The second half started with McCluskey serving a penalty after a blue card was given at the end of the first half. The Reserves were able to hold on during the power play and take advantage of having all their players again as Byron Conforti brought the Reserves level at 3-3. The end of the third quarter saw the Reserves take the lead 4-3 after a goal scored by Kyle Danielson during a power play in the final seconds. The fourth quarter saw a flurry of action with the Reserves scoring their fifth goal off a free kick from the top of the box. Conforti put the ball over the defensive wall and Danielson punched it into the back of the net. Unfortunately, Oly Town was able to score two goals in the quarter, one at the beginning of the quarter and one in the closing moments, leaving the game tied 5-5 at the buzzer. The Tacoma Stars Reserves (2-2-1) next match is Saturday, Jan. 9 at the Olympic Force (4-0). The Reserves next home match is Saturday, Jan. 16 against the Vancouver Victory (0-4) on at the Tacoma Soccer Center. uPS MEN GET BAck TO .500 AS FIvE LOGGERS HIT DOuBLE DIGITS Five Loggers scored in double figures as the Puget Sound men's basketball team defeated Whittier 86-76 at the Santa Cruz Holiday Classic on Monday, Dec. 21. Carlos Mancasola made six three-pointers to lead the squad with 21 points. Kohl Meyer recorded his second double-double of the year with 18 points and 10 rebounds. He also had five assists. Keith Shattuck chipped in 11 points off the bench, while Andre Lewis and Kyle King both scored
10 points. The Loggers (5-5) jumped out to a 6-0 lead to begin the game, and never looked back. They led by as much as 17 points, and never trailed. The Poets (3-3) shot over 50 percent (13-for-24) from beyond the arc, but Puget Sound used hot shooting on the offensive end and forced 18 Whittier turnovers on the defensive end, to hold the Poets off and earn the victory. Puget Sound shot 46.4 percent (26-for-56) from the field, while the Poets shot 45.8 percent (27-for-59). The Loggers were 12-for-27 (44.4 percent) from beyond the arc. The team outrebounded Whittier 37-35. The Loggers next home game is Friday, Jan. 8 against Willamette. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. PuGET SOuND ATHLETIcS AND AQuATIcS cENTER PHASE ONE cOMPLETE To start the 2015-16 year, Puget Sound student-athletes were greeted with exciting changes to the existing Memorial Fieldhouse as part of the first phase of the Athletics & Aquatics Center construction project. Over the summer, nine individual team rooms were created with updated fixtures, lockers, and ventilation, to provide opportunities to better prepare for competition as well as enhance team camaraderie. Sports Medicine expanded its capabilities to provide quality service to nearly 500 student-athletes with new treatment and taping tables as well as a large Polar Zone pool. Throughout the renovated spaces new graphic designs inspire and salute the spirit of Logger Athletics. Other improvements include expanded laundry facilities, enhanced team meeting spaces, as well as new patron amenities such as public restrooms, more accessible elevator access, and a new concession area. Construction will continue over the next several months to complete the Athletics & Aquatics Center which will include a new, two-level 12,500 square-foot fitness center, nearly doubling the size of the current facility. The aquatics center, which will feature an eight lane stretch 25-yard swimming pool, will be adjacent to Memorial Fieldhouse and will also include a new Athletics Hall of Fame, a juice bar/café, and other elements to showcase the great achievements of Puget Sound Athletics. STRONG SEcOND HALF FOR PLu WOMEN NOT ENOuGH MAkE uP FOR ROuGH START The Pacific Lutheran women's basketball team closed out the 2015 Pacific Northwest Tournament Saturday evening as the Lutes fell 65-50 to Illinois Wesleyan at Names Family Court on Saturday, Dec. 19. For the second straight game, Pacific Lutheran faced a tough Midwest team and came out strong in the second half. The Lutes bounced back from a 29.0 first-half shooting percentage to shoot 40.0 percent in the final two quarters, and the Lutes shaved an 11-point halftime deficit down to five points midway through the third quarter. "I was proud of the way that we competed throughout the tournament," PLU head coach Jennifer Childress said. "We don't have an easy schedule. Every single game that we have in this preseason are against good teams, especially these Division III teams. We continue to learn from every single game. This is good for us to know that we can play with the top in the nation, and now we just need to finish." Lacey Nicholson led PLU with 16 points, while Megan Abdo scored 12 on 5-of-11 shooting. Abdo also grabbed four rebounds to go with three steals and three assists. Sarah Barnes added 10 points for PLU, while Samantha Kelleigh scored six points and was named to the all-tournament team after tallying 19 points on Friday. The teams played a close first period as PLU took a 9-8 lead midway through the quarter on a layup by Nicholson. Illinois Wesleyan closed the quarter with a 15-11 advantage and stretched that to eight points early in the second period before consecutive layups by Anna Hurd and Barnes made it 23-19 with 4:17 to go before halftime. Back-to-back threepointers put the Titans up 10, and they went into the break with a 33-22 advantage. PLU scored the first six points of the third quarter on a jumper by Barnes and consecutive layups by Nicholson. After four straight points put Illinois Wesleyan back up by nine the Lutes again scored twice to pull within five before a 14-1 run gave the Titans their largest lead of the day. Abdo scored the final four points of the quarter to draw PLU within 14, and the Lutes made it a 10-point contest with 6:13 remaining in the fourth. Illinois Wesleyan held off any further PLU comeback attempt and closed out the day with the 15-point win. Rebekah Ehresman scored 16 points and grabbed 11 rebounds for the Titans and was named Tournament MVP. Maddie Merritt also scored 16 points, while Gabby Weber scored 15. PLU forced 26 Titan turnovers in the game, giving the Lutes a plus-seven turnover margin. Now 3-5 this season, the Lutes take a brief break for Christmas before flying down to California for the California Lutheran Tournament. With more elite competition in the upcoming schedule, Childress knows the experience will pay off for the Lutes in the future. "The girls know that we need to just keep taking one step up every single game," Childress said. "Shake it off and continue to move forward, and I think by the time we hit conference our young team is going to start figuring some of these things out."
Need a business loan? We Consult withus! us. Wecan canhelp helpyou. you. Contact
TACOMA’S HOT TICKETS DEC. 28 – JAN. 8
MONDAY, DEc. 28 – BASkETBALL Boys – G-Kapowsin vs. Stadium Stadium HS – 5:30 p.m.
TuESDAY, DEc. 29 – BASkETBALL Boys – Puyallup vs. Lincoln Bellarmine HS – 5 p.m.
TuESDAY, DEc. 29 – BASkETBALL Boys – Lakes vs. Bellarmine Bellarmine HS – 7 p.m.
PHOTO BY ROCKY ROSS
TuESDAY, DEc. 29 – BASkETBALL Girls – Curtis vs. Lincoln Lincoln HS – 6 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, DEc. 30 – BASkETBALL Boys – Bellarmine Classic Consolation Bellarmine HS – 5 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, DEc. 30 – BASkETBALL Boys – Bellarmine Classic Finals Bellarmine HS – 7 p.m.
SATuRDAY, JAN. 2 – BASkETBALL Boys – Yelm vs. Mt. Tahoma Mt. Tahoma HS – 7 p.m.
SuNDAY, JAN. 3 – INDOOR SOccER San Diego Sockers vs. Tacoma Stars ShoWare Center, Kent – 5:05 p.m.
TuESDAY, JAN. 5 – BASkETBALL Girls – NW Christian vs. Tac. Baptist Tacoma Baptist HS – 5:30 p.m.
TuESDAY, JAN. 5 – BASkETBALL Boys – NW Christian vs. Tac. Baptist Tacoma Baptist HS – 7 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 6 – BASkETBALL Boys – Lincoln vs. Wilson Wilson HS – 7 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 6 – BASkETBALL Boys – Capital vs. Foss Foss HS – 7 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 6 – BASkETBALL Girls – Wilson vs. Lincoln Lincoln HS – 7 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 6 – BASkETBALL Girls – Yelm vs. Bellarmine Bellarmine HS – 7 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 6 – BASkETBALL Girls – Cent. Kitsap vs. Mt. Tahoma Mt. Tahoma HS – 7 p.m.
FRIDAY, JAN. 8 – BASkETBALL Girls – Ilwaco vs. Tacoma Baptist Tacoma Baptist HS – 5:30 p.m.
FRIDAY, JAN. 8 – BASkETBALL Boys – Shelton vs. Lincoln Lincoln HS – 7 p.m.
FRIDAY, JAN. 8 – BASkETBALL Boys – Olympia vs. Bellarmine Bellarmine HS – 7 p.m.
FRIDAY, JAN. 8 – BASkETBALL Boys – Yelm vs. Stadium Stadium HS – 7 p.m.
FRIDAY, JAN. 8 – BASkETBALL Boys – Wilson vs. Foss Foss HS – 7 p.m.
FRIDAY, JAN. 8 – BASkETBALL Boys – Raymond vs. Life Christian Life Christian HS – 7 p.m.
FRIDAY, JAN. 8 – BASkETBALL Boys – Ilwaco vs. Tacoma Baptist Tacoma Baptist HS – 7 p.m.
FRIDAY, JAN. 8 – BASkETBALL Girls – Timberline vs. Stadium Stadium HS – 7 p.m.
FRIDAY, JAN. 8 – BASkETBALL
www.unibankusa.com Main: 425-275-9700 |Tacoma Branch: 253-581-9700 9104 S. Tacoma Way, Suite 101, Lakewood, WA 98499
Girls – Foss vs. Wilson Wilson HS – 7 p.m.
FRIDAY, JAN. 8 – BASkETBALL Girls – No. Thurston vs. Mt. Tahoma Mt. Tahoma HS – 7 p.m.
Section A • Page 12 • tacomaweekly.com • Friday, December 25, 2015
t Soccer
DANNy MINNITTI: ThE kID FROM TACOMA juST wON’T STOP kICkINg
From page A9
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.
AND THEN THERE WERE TWO
TACOMA STARS TO HOST BELLINGHAM FOR WISL TROPHY It was the most exciting and actionpacked weekend of the season for the Tacoma Stars and their fans. With a win-or-else Western Indoor Soccer League semifinal match on Saturday, Feb. 7 and a professional Major Arena Soccer League match the following day, the Stars put together some of their finest indoor soccer of the season when it counted the most. The Stars defeated the fourth-seed Oly Town Artesians 10-5 in front of a near-capacity crowd at the Tacoma Soccer Center and played host to the second-seed Bellingham United Hammers (6-2-1) for the WISL championship on Saturday, Feb. 14.
PERFECTION!
TACOMA STARS CAPTURE WISL CROWN Championships don’t just fall from the sky, but when you see balloons, streamers and confetti coming down, chances are there’s a trophy about to be hoisted into the air. The Tacoma Stars capped an undefeated season on Saturday, Feb. 14 with a 6-2 victory over rival Bellingham United FC at a raucous Tacoma Soccer Center. There were no Valentines exchanged between the teams. As a matter of fact, the only cards that came into play were yellow and blue cards; sending players to the penalty boxes for two minutes at a time to dwell upon their errors upon the pitch.
This week the Tacoma Weekly catches up with a homegrown soccer star that has overcome several obstacles over the years to continue to play the game at a higher level. A star at Wilson High School, Danny Minnitti went on to play collegiately at St. Mary’s before returning home to play at Tacoma Community College following a tough injury. Minnitti went on to play for the Tacoma Stars and the South Sound Football Club. Minnitti scored two goals and added two assists in the team’s 5-1 season opening win against rival Bellingham United on April 26.
SOuTh SOuND FC lOOkS TO ClOSE ThE DEAl ThIS yEAR
For those that have been living under a rock for the past year, you might be unaware that the South Puget Sound is turning into a hotbed of soccer talent. One of the clubs smack in the middle of all this is the South Sound Football Club. Known as the Shock, due to the earthquakes that have shaken our region for millennia, the SSFC is embarking upon their second season in the Evergreen Premier League (EPLWA) and boy have they got some chips on their shoulders. Last season the Shock fell a single point shy of the EPLWA title and it all went down on a July weekend that will be remembered for a long time.
SOuNDERS u-23 AND SOuTh SOuND FC bATTlE lIkE bROThERS
It was a tale of two halves as the Sounders U-23 hosted the South Sound Shock on May 17 at Sunset Stadium in Sumner. What started out as a bit of a “civil war” between two clubs stocked with players familiar to each other, ended in a gritty, hotly contested 1-1 draw that left the crowd happy, but wanting more. The match was a non-league “friendly” between the Sounders U-23 of the national Premier Development League and the South Sound Shock of the second-year Evergreen
Premier League. What transpired on the pitch was closer to resembling a must-win or playoff match instead of a friendly.
SOuTh SOuND FC bRINgS hOME NATIONAl ChAMPIONShIP TROPhy
Sometimes the third time isn’t a charm. Sometimes a team needs to raise several thousands of dollars and venture east for a fourth time before magic will strike. In the case of the South Sound FC U-23 team, it worked out to be less magic, and simply way more talent and firepower that would drive the boys from Tacoma toward their first-ever United States Adult Soccer Association (USASA) U-23 National Championship.
SOuNDERS u-23 wIN ThE wEST AND wIll hOST PDl FINAl FOuR
Call it the luck of the draw, or just good planning and common sense, but the bottom line is the Sounders U-23 men’s soccer team is still in the running for a national championship and they’ll be hosting the final four right in their own backyard. The decision came down quick from the head brass at the Premier Development League (PDL). There wasn’t much of a delay. What better place is there in America than the Puget Sound to host the championship weekend of the 63-team league that spans the four corners of the United States and much of Canada?
TACOMA STARS SIgNINg OF gjERTSEN IS A bIg ONE
The Tacoma Stars officially upped their ante when they approached their inaugural season in the Major Arena Soccer League with the signing of former United Soccer League (USL) Most Valuable Player Joey Gjertsen. The Wilson High School Hall of Famer will bring a decade of professional soccer experience to the new club, which included stints with the Vancouver Whitecaps and Montreal Impact of the USL, as well as a run with the San Jose Earthquake of the MLS.
After a stellar career at Wilson, Gjertsen spent time playing at Tacoma Community College, followed by a year at Yavapia College in Prescott, Ariz. where he won a national championship. Gjertsen finished out his collegiate career as an Evergreen College Geoduck, where he won all-American and conference player of the year honors, and still holds the school record for most goals in a career with 54 in just two seasons.
TACOMA STARS DAzzlE FANS IN ShOwARE SEASON OPENER
It was the kind of magical night that only seems to exist in a childhood memory. Who says that you can’t go back again? They were certainly off-base on Friday night, Nov. 6 as soccer fans from all over the Puget Sound converged upon the ShoWare Center in Kent for the Tacoma Stars season opener. While the Stars brass were hoping for a crowd of around 3,500, the fans bumped it up to 3,710 by game night, and now all that was needed was a win to put a bow on this present to soccer fans around here. In fine and impressive fashion, the Stars would prove to be rough hosts for the visiting Sacramento Surge as they held a shutout until the waning minutes of the game, sending the Stars fans home and happy with a 5-1 Major Arena Soccer League (MASL) season debut.
STARS RETuRN hOME 4-0 AND FACE bIggEST TEST yET
Around 30 years ago, the rocking sounds of Thin Lizzy’s 1976 hit “The Boys are Back in Town” would welcome the Tacoma Stars back to the Tacoma Dome following a road trip by the team. The fans loved it, some sang along and it seemed like a fitting reminder to the boys that they were back amongst their people. It fired up the crowd and I’m pretty sure that, in turn, it gave a jolt of juice to the team. Whether or not they’ll be playing it Friday night, Nov. 20 when the Stars return home to the ShoWare Center in Kent, the bottom line is that the boys are back and boy are they looking fantastic right now.
presented by
PRESENTED BY
S U N D AY
J A N U A RY 3 RD
-
5:05 PM
S H O WA R E C E N T E R
Admission for your entire family to EVERY Monday-Thursday game throughout the 2016 season. Plus $10 tickets on the weekend.
15
$
R E S E R V E D S E AT T I C K E T PLUS L I M I T E D E D I T I O N T- S H I R T
Your entire family for just $275 Call 1-844-We-R-Fmly or visit tacomarainiers.com
GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY BY CALLING
1 - 8 4 4 - S TA R S - T I M E OR VISIT
TA C O M A S TA R S . C O M
Call Get a “Name” lawyer on your side! Now taking new clients.
City Life FRIDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2015
Road Trip Challenge
B4
TACOMAWEEKLY.com SECTION B, PAGE 1
Holiday
Rewind Photos by Bill Bungard
HOLIDAY SPIRIT. Today's the big day, if you celebrate Christmas, and here's a look back at how locals have been cel-
ebrating this holiday season. Rich Wetzel and the Groovin' Higher Orchestra (top) brought their Big Band Christmas show back to the Temple Theatre on Dec. 16, performing classic carols as arranged by band leaders Stan Kenton, Tom Kubis and more. Celebrity impersonators and Daryl & the Diptones spread holiday cheer at the Jingle Bell Jam (middle photos.) Revelers celebrated Chanukah with a menorah lighting at Market Square in University Place on Dec. 13. University Place Mayor Denise McCluskey with some elves from Tyler Street Transitional Housing during the Peace Out celebration on Dec. 13.
u See more photos on page B2
THE THINGS WE LIKE Be inspired by dazzling animal-themed displays, including 3-D displays of a swooping bald eagle, a regal polar bear family, and a Sumatran tiger head. 5-9 p.m. nightly.
ONE POLAR BEAR PLUNGE Jump into the water with other jubilant merrymakers at the 5th annual Polar Bear Plunge held Jan. 1 at Point Defiance Marina sponsored by BECU. Trade your winter coat for a swimsuit and go knee high or waist deep – or take the full plunge. The Cub Plunge, for children younger than 10, begins at 11:30 a.m., followed by an adult/family plunge at noon. Costumes are welcome but not required. The event is free and takes place rain or shine at the Point Defiance boat launch, located at 5912 N. Waterfront Dr. in Point Defiance Park. Learn more at www.tacomaparks.com.
TWO RESOLUTION RUN Also planned for the morning of the Polar Bear Plunge is the Resolution Run, a
1-mile free event held near the Point Defiance boat launch. The run/walk begins at 11 a.m. – immediately before the Polar Bear Plunge. Although the run is free, pre-registration is required. Sign up online by Dec. 30 at MetroParksTacoma.org/ Resolution-Run.
THREE ZOOLIGHTS Looking for something to do with visiting family during Christmas weekend? Spend a fun evening at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium’s Zoolights. Bundle up and stroll the Zoo as it comes aglow with more than a half-million lights. Warm up in the steamy South Pacific Aquarium, ride a camel or take a spin on the antique carousel.
FOUR WINTER WILDLAND Come to Northwest Trek Wildlife Park Dec. 26 or Dec. 27 and see animals throughout the park enjoy winter-themed enrichments like fruit, evergreen trees decorated with treats, ice piles, and snowmen. After watching critters explore their treats, enjoy a narrated tour of the park’s free-roaming area from the comfort of a heated tram or learn how animals acclimate to winter at the indoor Cheney Family Discovery
Center. Activities are free with admission and appropriate for all ages. 11610 Trek Dr. E., Eatonville, WA 98328.
FIVE FEAST ARTS CENTER
Feast is now open for winter registration for drawing, painting, basket-weaving, collage, creative empowerment, printmaking and open figure sessions. Classes are great for all levels and are super affordable. The After School Program is also now ready for sign-up starting Jan. 19. Feast will kick it all off with a Grand Opening celebration on Jan. 9 and 10. Both of these days will feature two mini-workshops at the incredible rate of $10 per day. Learn more and register at www.feastarts.com.
3ECTION " s 0AGE s TACOMAWEEKLY COM s &RIDAY $ECEMBER
Holiday Rewind
From page B1
PHOTOS BY BILL BUNGARD
FEAST GRAND OPENING JANUARY 9-10 2016:
Four mini-workshops over 2 days 1/9/16: Printmaking 10am - 2pm Encaustic 3pm - 7pm
(/,)$!9 30)2)4 (continued) University Place's Christmas tree
at Market Square Plaza. (top right) University Place residents visited Santa, sang carols and enjoyed games at Winter Fest on Dec. 5.
1/10/16: Drawing 10am - 2pm Watercolor 3pm - 7pm $10 PER DAY - PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE www.feastarts.com
Feast Arts Center, 1402 S. 11th St. Tacoma, WA 98405
BEER CAVE
W ! O EN NP O
AnExclusive
Lifestyle.
Imagine retiring to a brand new, luxurious community that caters to
12th Ave S
Pa c
ific
Hw
8th Ave S
yS
An All-Inclusive Monthly Fee. ay dW
72n
S3
S 373rd St
S 372nd St
after a week. This is your new home!
ilto
nR
dS
5t
hA ve
S 376th St
M
Pacific Hwy E
Over 50+ craft beers including washington brewers!
5
99
5
walk-in beer cave
Now Serving 24 hour Espresso
Located off of Milton Rd., only one mile south of Wild Waves Theme Park.
Schedule your personal tour today!
MeridianAtStoneCreek.com
206.922.4514 Apartments are going fast –
6212 29th st. ne, tacoma, WA 98422
Friday, December 25, 2015 • tacomaweekly.com • Section B • Page 3
MOG exhibits work by artistic team of Kirkpatrick and Mace By Dave R. Davison dave@tacomaweekly.com
There exists a romantic image of the solitary artist, the sensitive misfit, working alone in the studio, standing at the easel half drunk on booze and 100 percent intoxicated with life. This is the archetype of the artist as the lone explorer out on the hero’s quest to travel into the unknown. Going inward to the realm of imagination or circling outward to find new perspectives on the ordinary, the artist makes the quest. From this solo journey, the artist returns with treasure for us all: new ways of seeing and experiencing that bring vitality to our existence and fill the ordinary with a magical presence. The artist as the lone visionary is the norm. While it is not unusual for teams of people to work on an artistic product, those efforts are usually determined by the vision of one mastermind. Artists that work together in true collaboration are a rarity. The output of work by the artistic duo Joey Kirkpatrick and Flora C. Mace, however, is an example of true, equally balanced collaboration at all stages of a work from conception to completion. Like two mountain climbers roped togeter, the Seattlebased pair has been working together for almost four decades. Their prolific output of art has gone through many changes. A large, lavish retrospective of their work is currently on view at the Museum of Glass. Called “Every Soil Bears Not Everything,” the exhibit features an abundance of work from every phase of the collaborative career of Kirkpatrick and Mace. The two were introduced to each other by Dale Chihuly in the summer of 1979 when at Stanwood’s
CULTURE CORNER
A GUIDE TO CULTURAL EVENTS OF TACOMA
Book clubs at King’s Books: King’s Books
218 St Helens Ave., Tacoma, WA 98402 Open daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Info: www.kingsbookstore.com
Originally founded by King Ludwig I as a gift to Lola Montez, King’s Books was painstakingly moved to Tacoma on April 1, 2000. Since then, we have become the largest used and new independent bookstore in the Tacoma area. We are a community-oriented bookstore with 5500 square feet and approximately 150,000 books. King’s Books is a proud member of the Stadium Business District, the Pacific Northwest Bookseller’s Association (PNBA), and the American Booksellers Association (ABA). Want to do more reading in the New Year? It so happens that King’s Books plays host to a variety of book clubs that meet on a regular basis. At least one is sure to meet your literary needs.
Classics Book Club
The Classics Book Club meets the second Wednesday of every month at King’s Books. This club has been meeting in Tacoma since 1994 and at King’s Books since May 2011. Members read a variety of classic works, from the ancient to modern. Each month, the selected book is available for purchase at King’s Bookstore. PHOTO COURTESY OF MUSEUM OF GLASS
STICK FIGURE. "Look Upon the Vessel," 2002.
Poetry Book Club
Wood, glass, paint, and steel.
Pilchuck School of Glass. Kirkpatrick was interested in translating her drawings onto glass and Chihuly introduced her to Mace, who was working in a similar direction. The result was a series of glass cylinders with images of dolls, kites, and other figures. For five years, the pair worked to make the “wire drawing cylinders” more precise and colorful. From there, the two continued to combine their imaginations and talents to explore new ideas and media. Glass elements, such as white, doll-like heads, were combined with wood and other materials to make sculptures akin to Alaskan tribal figurines. Other works combine woven frameworks of alder wood with glass vessels that represent water or the internal organs of the body. Beginning in the 1990s, the pair began to create oversized replicas of fruits and vegetables in blown glass, done in vivid colors and dazzling visual patterns.
Then came painting on glass in series like thick slabs of glass done with paintings of birds and clear glass cylinders decorated with animals and flowers. The show includes delicate paintings of birds on large sheets of paper and some wonderfully masterful paintings of sections of cordwood that are memorable. One gallery of the museum is filled with a botanical series in which whole plants have been preserved in thick rectangles of glass. “Every Soil,” is a big show full of remarkable treasures that have come about from the fruitful, long-term partnership of Kirkpatrick and Mace. Everything seems to draw the eye and there is so much of it. The show is so big and so good that it is difficult to take it all in on one visit. “Every Soil Bears Not Every Thing,” runs through May 15. For further information visit museumofglass.org.
The Poetry Book Club meets the first Saturday of every month at King’s Books. Members read a range of contemporary poets. Each month, the selected book is available for purchase at King’s Books.
Religion and Spirituality Book Club
This book club discusses world religions. This is a group for non-experts without clear answers who read and talk about all religions. The group is organized on Meetup. The club meets the second and fourth Saturday of every month at King’s Books.
Shared Memory Book Club
This new book club reads books based on intercultural experiences and stories on the formation of identity against the odds. Members will be reading novels, biographies, and memoirs about cultural awareness, adaptation, and acceptance. January’s book is “The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian” by Sherman Alexie. The club meets the first Thursday of every month at King’s Books.
Commencement Bay Haiku Meeting
The monthly Commencement Bay Haiku meeting is open to the public. Participants are asked to bring a page of three to five haiku or one page of haibun (prose with haiku) to read. Members give constructive suggestions to each other. In addition, there is a discussion of various aspects of
haiku, haibun, or haiga (a painting, sketch or photo with haiku). Sometimes special guests do presentations. The group features haiku written in one-, two-, or three lines of 17 syllables or less. Some of the steps to writing a successful haiku are: to juxtapose two images, allude to seasons, express restrained emotion, and leave room for the reader. The group meets the second Tuesday of every month at King’s Books.
Sword & Laser Book Discussion
This new Tacoma group is a locally-organized, real-life offshoot of the online Sword & Laser community. Each month, Sword & Laser picks either a fantasy or a science fiction book to read and discuss at King’s Books.
Vegan Book Club
The Vegan Book Club is coordinated by The South Sound Vegan Meetup Group. The book club is open to anyone interested in a vegan diet, vegans and vegan-curious alike. The club meets the fourth Tuesday of every other month at the King’s Books. Email books@kingsbookstore.com for more information.
Tacoma LGBTQ Book Club
The Tacoma LGBTQ Book Club reads both fiction and nonfiction. The book club is open to everyone. January’s pick is “Maurice” by E M Forster. The club meets the second Sat. of every month at the Rainbow Center.
Banned Book Club
This book club reads books that have been banned or challenged. January’s selection is “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks” by Rebecca Skloot. The club meets the third Tuesday of every month at Doyle’s Public House. Come join the discussion. Email books@kingsbookstore. com for more information.
THE GAME IS ALWAYS ON AT STOGIE’S! SEAHAWKS SUNDAYS – Great appetizers and drinks!
MONDAY & THURSDAY NIGHTS
Pizza and a Pitcher of Beer for $11.00 with in-house specials
NEW YEAR’S EVE BASH
(253) 252-2083
Roaring 20’s theme, Prime Rib and Lobster, Live Music Champagne at Midnite and Party Favors Galore $50.00/couple, $30.00/single
Section B • Page 4 • tacomaweekly.com • Friday, December 25, 2015
KIDS INVITED TO TAKE THE ROAD TRIP CHALLENGE
LeMay-America’s Car Museum recently introduced a new interactive station for kids aimed at teaching them about conservation. The Road Trip Challenge kiosk – a touch screen game installed in the body of a 1998 Mustang – was unveiled on Saturday, Dec. 19 in the Tacoma museum’s Family Zone. “The game itself is geared toward any older child – say, upper elementary, middle school,” said Debbie Kray, LeMay’s education manager. “There is reading in it, although there are videos and some of it’s voiced over. So you can still follow along even if you aren’t necessarily a reader. Or a parent can be there with you and be the navigator and help with the application.” The station was designed by Larry Ackerley of Space & Experience Design and built by students from Renton Technical College’s Automotive Technology Department. Once kids climb inside the Mustang, they can use an app to build their car and make choices that help them get to their destination. One of the game’s locally designed levels takes players from the LeMay Museum to the Science Factory in Eugene, Ore. “They make choices along the way, and there are some hazards that happen. They’ll answer questions about the contents of that leg as they go and based on their answers they might build up credits that will help them get to their destination, or they might have to go back. It’s about sustainability. It’s helping make wise energy choices, so helping with energy literacy and helping kids understand what are renewable energies, and where does that all come from.” LeMay America’s Car Museum is located at 2702 E. D St., and it is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Admission is $8 to $16, or free for children ages 5 and under. Learn more by calling (253) 779-8490 or visiting www.americascarmuseum.org.
PHOTO COURTESY OF TREVOR SYNDER AND JIM CULP
LIFE IS A HIGHWAY. The Road Trip Challenge kiosk is installed in the body of a 1998 Mustang.
Ernest A. Jasmin, Tacoma Weekly
MARK YOUR CALENDARS: AC/DC
When it comes to party rock, it doesn’t come any heartier than AC/DC. Last week, Live Nation announced the American leg of the band’s new tour will kick off on Feb. 2 at the Tacoma Dome. There fans will rock out to “Back in Black,” “Hell’s Bells” and other classics, with a few cuts from last year’s “Rock or Bust” album thrown in to remind them it’s no longer 1985. Sadly, though, the legendary Aussie outfit will be without guitarist Malcolm Young, who suffers from dementia, and drummer Phil Rudd, who was named in a bizarre, alleged murder-for-hire plot a year and change ago. (Charges were dropped due to “insufficient evidence.”) Tickets are available now with prices ranging from $75 to $140, and you can pick them up online at www. ticketmaster.com. That’s also where you can turn for more info on these upcoming hot tickets, except where otherwise noted. • Pink Martini: 8 p.m. Jan. 15, Pantages Theater, $34 to $110; www.broadwaycenter.org.
• Marvel Universe Live: 7 p.m. Feb. 25 and 26, 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Feb. 27, 1 and 5 p.m. Feb. 28, Tacoma Dome, $28 to $80. • Justin Bieber: 7:30 p.m. March 9, KeyArena, Seattle, $122. • Lyle Lovett with Robert Earl Keen: 7:30 p.m. March 22, Pantages Theater, $39 to $110; www.broadwaycenter. org.
• Peter Frampton: 7 p.m. March 26, Pantages Theater, $55 to $129; www.broadwaycenter.org.
PHOTOS COURTESY OF AC/DC
• Jeff Dunham: 3 p.m. April 10, Tacoma Dome, $27.
• Buddy Guy: 7:30 p.m. May 25, Pantages Theater, $34 to $110; www.broadwaycenter.org.
• Ralph Porter: 8 p.m. Jan. 24, Tacoma Comedy Club, $10 to $14; www.tacomacomedyclub.com.
• Iron Maiden with The Raven Age: 7:50 p.m. April 11, Tacoma Dome, $36.95 to $86.95.
• Arsenio Hall: 7:30 p.m. June 4, Pantages Theater, $19 to $69.
• Black Sabbath with Rival Sons: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 6, Tacoma Dome, $49.50 to $150.
• Aimee Mann with Billy Collins: 7:30 p.m. April 22, Pantages Theater, $29 to $79; www. broadwaycenter.org.
• Dixie Chicks: 7 p.m. July 8, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn, $76 to $136.
• Brian McKnight: 8:30 p.m. Jan. 22, Emerald Queen Casino, $40 to $95.
• Brad Paisley with Eric Paslay: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 13, Tacoma Dome, $29.75 to $65. • Metal Church with No Avail, Sin Circus, Chasing the Bullet and Boneshaker: 5 p.m. Feb. 20, Louie G’s Pizza, Fife, $25.
• Rihanna with Travis Scott: 7:30 p.m. April 26, KeyArena, $26.50 to $147.
• Kenny Chesney with Miranda Lambert, Sam Hunt and Old Dominion: 5 p.m. July 23, CenturyLink Field, $21 to $250.
• Selena Gomez: 7:30 p.m. May 13, KeyArena, $60.50 to $126.
• Demi Lovato with Nick Jonas: 7 p.m. Aug. 21, KeyArena, Seattle, $25.95 to $85.95.
CCooper’s C
Full Service Locksmiths Since 1978
Chip Keys • Remotes Transponder Keys
ollision
253-474-5855
Mon-Fri: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Open During Festival / Sun: Closed 5424 S Tacoma Way www.SecurityRus.com
orner
Domestic & Foreign Auto Body Repair Hybrid & Commercial Work Welcomed Historic Proctor Business District
2709 North Adams Tacoma, WA 98407
R E S TA U R A N T A N D M A R I N A
Ph. 253-759-5354 Fax: 253-756-7429
office@cooperscc.com
HOLIDAY DEALS ALL MONTH LONG ASK YOUR BUDTENDER FOR DETAILS
Across from the Museum of Glass
1900 EAST D STREET TACOMA, WA 98421 253-627-3186 www.johnnysdock.com
A UNIQUE MEMORY CARE COMMUNITY Until there’s a cure, there’s The Cottages
Make Your Reservations Today!
(425) 931-2951 www.carepartnersliving.com/the-cottages-at-edgewood
8001 S. HOSMER ST. SUITE B, TACOMA, WA 98408
253.444.5444
FINDCLEARCHOICE.COM
THIS PRODUC T HAS INTOXICATING EFFEC TS AND MAY BE HABIT FORMING. MARIJUANA CAN IMPAIR CONCENTRATION, COORDINATION, AND JUDGMENT. DO NOT OPERATE A VEHICLE OR MACHINERY UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF THIS DRUG. THERE MAY BE HEALTH RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH CONSUMPTION OF THIS PRODUC T. FOR USE ONLY BY ADULTS 21 AND OLDER. KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
Make a Scene
Your Local Guide To South Sound Music
GET READY FOR FIRST NIGHT
Friday, December 25, 2015 • tacomaweekly.com • Section B • Page 5
Nightlife TW PICK OF THE WEEK:
TACOMA’S FUN POLICE WILL DELIVER THEIR ROWDY, ECLECTIC BLEND OF PUNK, COUNTRY AND LATIN MUSIC ON SUNDAY, DEC. 27, AT THE VALLEY. SHARING THE BILL ARE SHOTGUN KITCHEN AND TOM BENNETT. THE SHOW IS FREE WITH A 9:30 P.M. START; WWW.THEVALLEYTACOMA.COM.
PHOTO BY SCOTT HAYDON
HOMEGIRL. Vicci Martinez and Enter-Exit-Stay will play Tacoma's First Night. By Ernest A. Jasmin ejasmin@tacomaweekly.com
Soon we’ll turn the page on 2015, which means it’s almost time to ring in the New Year at First Night Tacoma-Pierce County. Between 10,000 and 20,000 revelers are expected to flock downtown when the area’s biggest alcohol-free New Year’s Eve celebration takes over the Theater District. “Because it’s a community art celebration, we look for everything from musicians to performance artists to circus acts, fire performance – kind of whatever we can get our hands on,” said Katie Lowery, the director of community engagement for the Warehouse, which has put together the event’s eclectic lineup for the last five years. The fun kicks off at 6 p.m. with the World’s Shortest Parade, a participatory procession which will start at the Mountain House Stage – located on the 700 block of Broadway, near the old Graffiti Garage – and end a couple of blocks down the street at the main stage, which will be located at Pierce Transit Park, between Ninth and 11th streets, this year. “We always try to get community groups involved,” Lowery said. “We’ve reached out to the Dockyard Derby Games, who have skated in it. In years past, we’ve had Kidical Mass group ride their bikes through. We’ve reached out to the Alchemy Skate group to have them skateboard through. It’s only a couple of blocks, but it’s really fun.” Over the next six hours, revelers will enjoy dancers, magic and live music on several stages, with activity centering around Broadway Center, Sanford and Son Antiques, the Pythian Temple and other downtown venues. Headlining the main stage this year will be popular Tacoma singersongwriter Vicci Martinez, who will be joined by her new band, Enter-Exit-Stay, as she plays tunes from her newest album, “I Am Vicci Martinez.” “It’s really fun to have a local artist of that caliber to be ringing in the New Year at midnight,” Lowery said. “That’s one of the things we always strive for, is to have lots of local artists.” Popular gypsy jazz act Pearl Django will be there, as will Caspar Babypants,
the kid-friendly side project of The Presidents of the United States’ Chris Ballew. Or maybe the Seattle Rock Orchestra is more your speed. They were a big hit last year at the Pantages Theater as they kept the crowd dancing with monster pop hits from the ‘80s and ‘90s. New this year will be Seattle School of Acrobatics & New Circus Arts (SANCA), which will perform two sets at the Rialto Theatre, and Lelavision, which will busk around the festival grounds, playing intricate musical instruments of their own design. “We are really elevating the fire performances this year,” Lowery said. “We have four different groups coming in who will be performing throughout the night, especially leading up to the midnight countdown. So we’ll have an awesome, 20-minute performance from them. They’ll be outside by the main stage.” The event will go on, rain or shine, though Lowery advised checking the event’s Facebook page (www.facebook.com/firstnighttacoma) for any weather-related updates. The schedule is as follows, with further details available online at www. firstnighttacoma.org. FIRST NIGHT SCHEDULE World’s Shortest Parade, 6 p.m., Broadway, between 7th and 9th avenues 2 Sea Shanty Singers, 6:30 p.m., Sanford & Son, 743 Broadway Ohana Ukulele, 6:30 p.m., Pythian Temple, 924-26 Broadway Orkestra Zirkonium, 6:30 p.m., Main Stage Metro Parks, 6:30 p.m., Theater on the Square, 913 Broadway Baby Gramps, Pantages Theater, 901 Broadway Minion Theater Productions “Apocalypse Songs,” 6:45 p.m., lower Pythian Dunce, Mountain House Stage, 731 Broadway Caspar Babypants, 7 p.m. Rialto Theater, 310 S. Ninth St. Lelavision, 7 to 10 p.m., street performance Del Ray, 7:30 p.m. Pythian Temple Pearl Django, 7:30 p.m. Sanford & Son SweetKiss Momma, 7:35 p.m. Main Stage The Cloves, 7:45 p.m. Pantages Theater
Mr. Mac Ltd. Your Stacy Adams Headquarters
CHRISTMAS SAVINGS! YOUR STORE FOR SHOES, HATS, AND SUITS $0.1-&5& .&/ 4 4503& t 13*$&4 3&%6$&% MEN’S SUIT SPECIAL $
REG $244, NOW
40 YEARS IN BUSINESS 1124 MLK Jr. Way, Tacoma
100
(253) 383-2737
Open M-Sat 10 am-5 pm Closed on Sun
Minion Theater Productions “Being Frank,” 7:45 p.m. lower Pythian B-A The Scribe, 7:50 p.m. Mountain House Stage Pig Snout, 8 p.m. Rialto Theater Ethan Hawley, 8:30 p.m. Sanford & Son Uncle Bonsai, 8:30 p.m. Pythian Temple Mirrorgloss, 8:45 p.m. Main Stage The Rusty Cleavers, 8:45 p.m. Pantages Theater Wow, Laura, 8:50 p.m. Mountain House Stage Muh Grog Zoo, 9 p.m. lower Pythian Minion Theater “The Baggy Pants Drop,” 9 p.m. Theater on the Square SANCA Circus, 9:10 p.m. Rialto Theater Nyoka, 9:30 p.m. Pythian Temple The Nalley Valley All-Stars, 9:30 p.m. Sanford & Son Oberhofer, 9:45 p.m. Main Stage Muh Grog Zoo, 10 p.m. lower Pythian The Minion Theater Variety Show, 10 p.m. Theater on the Square Cloud Person, 10 p.m. Mountain House Stage SANCA Circus, 10:05 p.m. Rialto Theater Seattle Rock Orchestra, 10:15 p.m. Pantages Theater Kye Alfred Hillig, 10:30 p.m., Pythian Temple Sound and Fury, 10:30 p.m. Sanford & Son Vicci Martinez, 11 p.m. Main Stage
The Blue Mouse Theatre
THE MARTIAN
Nightly at 7:00 pm Saturday & Sunday Matinee at 3:30 pm 2611 N. Proctor 253.752.9500
THE DANISH GIRL (120 MIN, R) Fri 12/25-Thu 12/31: 12:00, 2:40, 5:20, 8:00
BROOKLYN (111 MIN, PG-13) Fri 12/25-Sat 12/26: 1:35, 4:05, 6:35 Sun 12/27-Mon 12/28: 1:35, 4:05, 6:35, 9:05 Tue 12/29: 1:25, 4:05, 9:15 Wed 12/30-Thu 12/31: 1:35, 4:05, 6:35, 9:05
SPOTLIGHT (128 MIN, R) Fri 12/25-Mon 12/28: 12:30, 3:20, 6:10, 8:55 Tue 12/29: 3:20, 6:10, 8:55 Wed 12/30-Thu 12/31: 12:30, 3:20, 6:10, 8:55
LINDQUIST
LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL DONATIONS
RECALL
SOCCER
CAMPAIGN
PUYALLUP
LECTURES
FIRST NIGHT
RAINIER
SANTA
KILLING THEM SAFELY (100 MIN, NR) Tue 12/29: 1:00, 6:45
606 Fawcett, Tacoma, WA
253.593.4474 • grandcinema.com
TUESDAY, DEC. 29
YOUR HOUSE: Happy holidays!
SATURDAY, DEC. 26 TACOMA COMEDY: Cory Michaelis (comedy) 8, 10:30 p.m., $16-$20, 18+ early show
DAVE’S OF MILTON: Jerry Miller (blues, rock) 7 p.m., NC
ANTIQUE SANDWICH CO.: Open mic, 6:30 p.m., $3, AA DAWSON’S: Brian Feist and Doug Skoog (blues) 8 p.m., NC JAZZBONES: Ha Ha Tuesday with Cory Michaelis and Nathan Hurd (comedy) 8:30 p.m., $5 NORTHERN PACIFIC: Stingy Brim Slim (blues) 7 p.m., NC, AA
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 30 DAWSON’S: S.A.S.S. (blues) 8 p.m., NC GREAT AMERICAN CASINO: Notorious 253 (dance) 9 p.m., NC KEYS ON MAIN: Dueling pianos, 9 p.m., NC REAL ART TACOMA: Reach for the Sky, Empyrean, I Am the Vision, For the Likes of You, Stolen Society (metal, rock) 6 p.m., $5-$8, AA THE SWISS: ‘Twas the Night After Christmas with DJ Switch (DJ dance) 9 p.m., NC
SUNDAY, DEC. 27 NEW FRONTIER: Bluegrass Sunday, 3 p.m., NC
DAWSON’S: Tim Hall Band (open jam) 8 p.m., NC JOHNNY’S DOCK: Rock N’ Roll Magic (rock) 5 p.m., NC NORTHERN PACIFIC: Geriatric Jazz (jazz) 11 a.m., NC, AA O’MALLEY’S: Comedy open mic, 8:30 p.m., NC THE SPAR: Jerry Miller (blues, rock) 7 p.m., NC TACOMA COMEDY: Cory Michaelis (comedy) 8 p.m., $10-$14, 18+ THE VALLEY: Fun Police, Shotgun Kitchen, Tom Bennett (alternative, country, punk) 9:30 p.m., NC
JAZZBONES: Anuhea, Paula Fuga (pop, reggae) 8:30 p.m., $20-$25
DAWSON’S: Linda Myers Band (R&B, blues, jazz) 8 p.m., NC HARMON TAPROOM: Open mic with Steve Stefanowicz, 7 p.m., NC NORTHERN PACIFIC: Open mic, 7:30 p.m., NC, AA 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, DEC. 31 TACOMA COMEDY: Roy Wood Jr. (comedy) 7:30, 10:30 p.m., $22-$26, 18+ early show
MONDAY, DEC. 28 JAZZBONES: Rockaroke (live band karaoke) 9 p.m., NC
YOUTH (118 MIN, R) Fri 12/25-Thu 12/31: 12:15, 2:55, 5:35, 8:15
LIFE OF BRIAN (94 MIN, R) Fri 12/25-Sat 12/26: 9:09 TACOMA READS
FRIDAY, DEC. 25
DAWSON’S: Heather Jones and the Groove Masters (R&B, soul) 8 p.m., NC
DOWNTOWN: First Night featuring Vicci Martinez, Oberhofer, Casper Babypants, Mirrorgloss and more (eclectic) 6 p.m., $10-$11, AA EMERALD QUEEN: Burton Cummings with Heart By Heart (rock) 8:30 p.m., NC JAZZBONES: Ben Union, Nolan Garrett, Cody Raymond (rock, pop) 9 p.m., $15-$20 KEYS ON MAIN: Dueling pianos, 9 p.m., NC COURTYARD MARIOTT: The Countdown featuring Free Rain (dance) 7 p.m., $100 (includes dinner)
GUIDE: NC = No cover, AA = All ages, 18+ = 18 and older
Section B • Page 6 • tacomaweekly.com • Friday, December 25, 2015
COMING EVENTS
TW PICK: 'LIFE OF BRIAN' Dec. 25 and 26, 9:09 p.m. Grand Cinema, 606 S Fawcett Ave. Come to The Grand Cinema on the last Friday and Saturday of each month at 9:09 p.m. for its "Weird Elephant" series of boldly curated films featuring the bizarre, spine-chilling, fantastic, or just plain mind-blowing. Next up is “Life of Brian,” the story of Brian of Nazareth, born on Christmas Day, one stable over. No one is safe when Monty Python tackles the New Testament. As usual, there will be trivia, prizes, special craft brews, group laughter, insanity and good cheer, naturally! Info: (253) 572-6062 BILINGUAL SPANISH/ ENGLISH BLOCK PARTY Sat., Dec. 26, 10-11:30 a.m. Parkland/Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S. Bring your children to a block party and build, talk, explore and create together. Price: Free. Info: (253) 548-3304 FOOD ADDICTS IN RECOVERY ANONYMOUS Sat., Dec., 26, 8-9:30 a.m. Trinity Lutheran Church, 12115 Park Ave. S. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is an international fellowship of men and women who have experienced difficulties in life as a result of the way we used to eat. Through shared experience
SUNDAY SERVICE AT PACIFIC CHURCH Sun., Dec. 27, 8:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Pacific Christian Center, 3211 112th St. E. Pacific Church is a nondenominational church with a ministry of excellence and integrity through the Word of God. Price: Free. Info: (253) 536-0801
TIM HALL BAND Sun., Dec. 27, 8 p.m. Dawson’s Bar & Grill, 5443 S. Tacoma Way The Tim Hall Band’s legendary blues jam kicks it out at Dawson’s Bar & Grill every Sunday at 8 p.m. Price: Free. Info: (253) 476-1421
and mutual support, we help each other to recover from the disease of food addiction. Our program of recovery is based on the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous. Price: Free. Info: (206) 979-0866 BUFFALO SOLDIERS MUSEUM Sat., Dec. 26, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Buffalo Soldiers Museum, 1940 S. Wilkeson St. Learn about American History 1866-1944 and the Buffalo Soldiers. The name given to these men because; of their service, honor and devotion to the United States. Price: Donations accepted. Info: (253) 272-4257
BYZANTINE ICONOGRAPHY AND MANUSCRIPT IMAGES Mon., Dec. 28, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Catholic Community Services, 1323 S. Yakima Ave. Pamelia Pruitt-Colvin and Kathy McKee are exhibiting their work in the sacred art of iconography, using the Ancient Byzantine egg tempera technique. The style is based on techniques taught by Russian masters. Susan Bondurant recreates the beauty of illuminated medieval manuscript pages. Price: Free. Info: (253) 502-2617 MINDFULNESS MEDITATION Mon., Dec, 28, 7-8 p.m. Tacoma Buddhist Temple, 1717 S. Fawcett Ave. Meditation every Monday evening from 7-8 p.m. at the Tacoma Buddhist Temple. Price: Free. Info: (253) 6271417
Promote your community event, class, meeting, concert, art exhibit or theater production by e-mailing calendar@tacomaweekly.com or calling (253) 922-5317.
ARGENTINE TANGO LESSONS Tues., Dec. 29, 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 7 p.m., intermediate at 8 p.m. with two hours of classes and practice for all levels, concentrating on good social tango, not tricks or “patterns.” Price: $8.50$12; $13.50-$20 couples. Info: (253) 222-0105
CAPPY THOMPSON: GATHERING THE LIGHT Wed., Dec. 30, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Museum of Glass, 1801 Dock St. Simply put, Seattle artist Cappy Thompson paints stories on glass. Gathering the Light celebrates the story of glass blowing on an epic scale. The piece, which measures 11 1/2-feet high by 15-feet wide, depicts an elaborate landscape of colorful vignettes from a mythical world of glassmakers. Parking garage: $2.50 hr. Additional free parking is available on Dock St. Price: $10; $8 seniors, military & students; $4 children 6-12; free for children under 6. Info: (253) 284-4750
LEGO, COOL CREATIONS Tues., Dec. 29, 2 p.m. Anna Lemon Wheelock Library, 3722 N. 26th St. Let your imagination go wild, each person can create incredible things from identical kits, each containing 35 LEGO® pieces. Ages 5+. Space Limited to first 35 participants. Registration at reference desk begins 1 hour prior to event. Price: Free. Info: (253) 617-7811
THE BIG NEW YEAR’S EVE BASH Thurs., Dec. 31, 8:30 p.m. Pacific Grill Events Center, 1530 Pacific Ave. Ring in 2016 at Pacific Grill Events Center as it is transformed it into the hottest club in town. The event will feature a DJ that will play a wide range of music to get you dancing and having a good time. Enjoy our delicious Heavy Appetizer Buffet featuring delicious Pacific Grill eats and desserts. Full Cash Bar. Ages: 21 and over. Price: $80. Info: (253) 272-6469
LUNCHTIME MEDITATION: DOWNTOWN TACOMA Wed., Dec. 30, 12-12:35 p.m. Tushita Kadampa Buddhist Center, 1501 Pacific Ave. S. Woman in Meditation, Change your mind, change your day. Through meditation we learn to reduce stress and improve our mindfulness and concentration. This in turn makes us more relaxed, flexible and effective. Price: $5. Info: (360) 754-7787
THE SWISS Thurs., Dec. 31, 9 p.m. The Swiss Pub, 1904 S. Jefferson Ave. The Swiss are a three-piece pop/disco group from Australia. Price: $20. Info: (253) 572-2821
For more details on these events and many more, visit www.TacomaWeekly.com and click on the “Calendar” link.
Christina Wheeler has been studying astrology for the past 22 years. She writes, creates, laughs too loud, and owns a store called The Nearsighted Narwhal in Tacoma, WA. If you ever want to chew the fat about astrology, contact her at tinathehyena@gmail.com.
ARIES (Mar. 21 – Apr. 19) The holidays are upon us, and you have a quiet urge to be surrounded by family, friends and the people you feel the most comfort around. While emotions can run high, try to take everything with a grain of salt. Give and take care of those you love and fortify those bonds. TAURUS (Apr. 20 - May 20) Communicating your needs and emotions to others is of paramount importance to you at this time. Whether you’re feeling good or bad about something, heartfelt communication is key in changing bad circumstances or enforcing good, happy situations. Say what’s on your mind. GEMINI (May 21 – Jun. 20) If you’re feeling like staying at home this week and not participating in the hubbub, roll with it. If you feel like you want to host a holiday shindig instead of attending one, do it. If you feel like spending a huge wad of cash to accomplish this, put a little forethought in your finances and reel it in. CANCER (Jun. 21 – Jul. 22) Big holiday gatherings really aren’t your thing. You feel most comfortable with a small, closely-knit group in your own home with whom you can regale with your culinary and hosting strengths. Play up those strengths right now and redefine traditions and expectations. LEO (Jul. 23 – Aug. 22) You find yourself biting your tongue on feelings. Realizing when these conversations need to happen and when they shouldn’t is a fine art. Defining exactly what you’re feeling and – more importantly – why you feel that way is your goal for the week. Talk it out once you’ve nailed it down. VIRGO (Aug. 23 – Sep. 22) Entertaining your social circle is a favorite pastime for you and is amped up during the holiday season. You put in a good amount of work letting your friends know how important they are to you and they return the favor in kind. Dish up the food you made them and blur the line between friend and family.
LIBRA (Sep. 23 – Oct. 22) You find yourself working hard and for the people you love on this holiday. You may also be called into work. One way we show people how much we care is by working hard to please them. You take it all on and don’t mind the hard labor as long as it puts a smile on the faces you love. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21) You may find yourself traveling for your holiday and to be with the ones that feel like home to you. You’re feeling uncharacteristically lucky and fortune smiles on your chances. There is an important lesson waiting to be learned. Don’t miss the opportunity to let some knowledge in. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21) It may be the lights, the joy and cheer, or the jolly old elf himself, but you find yourself quite surprised by deep-seated emotions for someone. The season brightens your outlook and you’re more comfortable enlarging your circle than ever before. Your heart is growing. Make room for it.
G L U J S P QW N K S Q R J N V U H S N G D Z Q W I A I S K O N S Q C C F C G P
F O G Q U A F R G E P A J Z O D L G L U
W I O Y I H O T C Y G U E I I R F Y V Y
H G R H N S A N T A E G T R S X N Z O A
W A E S C T J I F G G A P N A X K R V L
S M I D T S J T D H N C J U I M Q O F L
F O N T D N H Q N O M Y U S H L O S H U
E V I B Z N I G D N E Z I H G K E C N P
S A A T I P Y G I P F U S S X R J G A F
W F R Z F Q H J H H L I K O U Y I X Q T
Z F X F P P G K A T N X L T C A R F F K
C Q R Y V S F L Z O Y L C J P C A Y I Q
Y N P D F F L P H J A E O M Y O E H K Q
X D R U W W F X N F L H A C N E P R G E
F V H K C T B L E C M C U J N Y M J C D
D A C L L I N D Q U I S T X R I Q G G W
PISCES (Feb. 19 – Mar. 20) Being surrounded by children and those that bring you joy is the culmination of your holiday time and you couldn’t feel more grateful if you tried. Redefining old traditions with an artistic flair is your specialty. Look forward to lifetime memories happening for you and your family.
O O X H S P Q Z B B F D O E S H Y Q W X A W WG U U P R Z L Z L Z A J C O E N R
We’ve hidden 12 Tacoma Weekly-themed words in this word search. How many can you find? Not sure what you’re looking for? Head over to B5 for the complete word list.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19) You see your partner or interpersonal relationships in a new light. Now is a time for feeling gentle toward people and nurturing the already established bonds in your life. You appreciate others quietly, and show it through deeds of all sizes. Loving others takes on a new meaning. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18) You find yourself caught up in the details this holiday week and you take care of them. Not only from a sense of duty, but also because you’ve seen those that need help and realize your capabilities. Those you love will want for nothing and that’s the best gift you can give them.
Y M A D K K P O F Q A J U O F E L M R P
TACOMA READS How many words can you make out of this phrase?
Friday, December 25, 2015 • tacomaweekly.com • Section B • Page 7
Classifieds
CALL 253.922.5317
253.922.5317 www.tacomaweekly.com
SERVICES
SERVICES
LAWN CARE LAWN CARE Find the right business for Big John’s Lawn Care your home, º Storm Clean-up garden, pet, º Handyman personal service needs and more FREE Hauling (253) 397-7013 for Metal right here! ROOFING
ROOFING
YARD WORK
TriState Roofing
Get Ready for Winter
Your Local Roof Experts “Repairs or Replacement� 1901 Center TriState St., Tacoma, WA 98409 Roofing, Inc.
• Gutter Cleaning • Landscaping
253-564-5743
253-363-8280 www.tristate.pro
TRISTI*931QH
SHRINK WRAP
YARD WORK
SHRINK WRAP
PAINTING
ELECTRICAL
Allied Electric Service
Life is too short to spend it cleaning... So let us do it for you.
offers electric service of commercial, industrial, residential, & marine construction. Also offers CCTV, security & fire systems.
Squeaky Clean 253.473.7621
Toll Free 1-877-272-6092 www.alliedmarinecorp.com
Licensed & Insured
ALLIEE1963CQ
BOOKS
BOOKS
BOOKKEEPING ACCOUNTING $149.99 per month* *valid under 100 transactions per month
Complete Drywall & Painting Service We Deliver
FOR SALE
CLEANING
Piso bookkeeping offers services for small business and individuals in the Kitsap County area. We strive for excellence in customer services and consistently reduce our fees provide affordable services.
(360) 990-2358 www.pisobookkeeping.com
ASSISTANT
ASSISTANT
The Help
Admin Assistance, Design, & Writing Services At Its
by
Astrid S.
Best!
PAINTING
ACE DRYWALL
Brian Hall 206-463-9624
SERVICES
648 Rivenhurst St. Bremerton, WA 98310
360 440 5795 thehelpbyastrids.com
EMPLOYMENT
ACEDR**933BR
Licensed - Bonded - Insured
BOAT & RV SHRINK WRAPPING
Shrink Wrapping is Economical and Reliable for Storing and Protecting Boats & Recreational Vehicles Outdoors.
DISCRIMINATION
206-931-6384 • 206-463-9624
LIMO
LIMO
CASH FOR CARS
LIMO
PATRIOT LIMOUSINE SERVICE
24 Hour Service
7EDDINGS s !NNIVERSARIES s "IRTHDAYS s 0ROMS s 'RADUATIONS &UNERALS s 2OUND 4RIP !IRPORT 3ERVICE s #ORPORATE (OLIDAY 0ARTIES s !LL /THER 3PECIAL /CCASIONS
www.patriotlimowa.net
CONTRACTOR
CONTRACTOR
CONTRACTOR
CONTRACTOR
JT GENERAL CONTRACTOR ROOFING
/FX t 3FQBJST 5FBS 0GG 3F 3PPG
FENCING
8PPE $IBJO -JOL 3FQBJST 5PP
253-222-1136
HAULING
HAULING
LANDSCAPING
3FUBJOJOH 8BMMT t 4PE $MFBO 6Q .BJOUFOBODF 4QSJOLMFS 4ZTUFNT
Low Prices Free Estimates
-JDFOTF #POEFE t +5-"/-4 .& t XXX +5'FODJOH8" DPN
HAULING
HAULING
Father AND Son Hauling Serving all your hauling needs. We will haul anything at any time. Excavation and Demolition Now Available CELL
OFFICE
253-222-9181
253-671-9951
fatherandsonhauling@hotmail.com
CONTACT US Phone: Mail:
253-922-5317 Fax: 253-922-5305 2588 Pacific Highway E., Fife, WA 98424
Experiencing Workplace Discrimination? Retired City of Tacoma Civil Rights Investigator will provide assistance.
WANTED
We have an opening for:
Beverage Server Friday & Saturday Please apply at Tower Lanes, 6323 6th Ave., Tacoma, WA 98406
IT Professionals TrueBlue, Inc. has multiple openings for the Tacoma, Washington office.
LEAD BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE DEVELOPER: Analyze large amounts of data in order to provide our Business Intelligence users and customers with accurate, insightful, and actionable information. Design, test, develop, deliver, and provide 2nd level support of complex data solutions, including SQL Server databases and SSIS ETL packages that deliver the foundation of our service offerings in Business Intelligence, websites, and mobile applications. Write T-SQL code, build SSIS ETL packages, and mentor our database development team using advanced test driven development (TDD), data architecture, and high performance techniques. Must have experience in development of high quality data solutions for Business Intelligence, websites, and mobile applications; delivery of high quality data solutions, including SQL Server databases and SSIS ETL solutions, SQL Server (T-SQL, views, stored procedures) and SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) versions 2008 - 2014, SQL Azure. Must have experience Web Application development and Mobile Application development and scripting technologies like Java Scripts. Requirements: Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and 3 years of experience; or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and 5 years of experience. SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER: Responsible for development, maintenance, and implementation of software systems and computer applications utilizing C#, ADO.NET, WCF, ASP.NET Windows Service, Infragistics,
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
www.tacomaweekly.com
1998 Subaru Legacy Wagon AWD, 5 Sp. Many New Parts. Needs Valve Job. Leave Message 253-216-3407
Maytag W/D, front load, apartment size, stack or side by side, stainless tubs, Dryer has new heat element, washer needs belt. As is $300. Paul 253-224-6141
WANTED WANTED: Old Post Cards, Photo Albums, Menus, Shipping, Railroad, Airplane Automobile Items, Old Pens, Watches, Costume Jewelry, Quilts, Toys, Musical Instruments, Native American and Any Small Antiques.
(253) 752-8105
EMPLOYMENT
Fife Towing is looking for experienced tow operators who are hardworking and self motivated. Employment is full time. Pay is DOE. To apply email service@fifetowing.com or visit 1313 34th Ave. E., Fife WA 98424 (253) 922-8784
HOUSEKEEPERS WANTED
Call 253-565-6179. Never a fee for my services.
253-848-7378
APPLIANCES
Order Generator Work for the Northwest’s Largest Tree Preservation Service. No Experience Necessary. Set Your Own Schedule! Must enjoy working with people and being outdoors. Paid Orientation, Marketing Materials & Company Apparel Provided. Travel & Cell Phone Allowance Available. Email resume to recruiting@evergreentlc.com Or apply online at www.evergreentlc.com 1-800-684-8733 ext. 3434
• Weather Proof • UV Resistant • We Wrap Anything • We Come To You!
We Wrap Anything on Land, Water or Marinas Secure Outdoor Storage 6409 6th Ave.
AUTOS
EXCELLENCE IN HOUSEKEEPING IS LOOKING FOR NEW STAFF MEMBERS TO JOIN OUR TEAM!! LOOKING FOR RELIABLE, DETAIL ORIENTED PEOPLE WILLING TO COMMUTE WITH A TEAM TO SEATTLE. FLEXIBILITY IS IMPORTANT. ENGLISH SPEAKING PREFERRED, BUT NOT MANDATORY. PLEASE CONTACT: ROSE HOWELL AT: 253-951-7280 IF INTERESTED. SQL Server, SPA, HTML5, Kendo UI, Ajax, Javascripts, T-SQL, and Web API technologies. Design, maintain, and enhance complex web applications, interfaces, and functionalities utilizing ASP.NET, WCF, XML, SOAP, and C# in order to meet business requirements and specifications. Modernize internal software systems without interrupting business continuity. Gather business requirements and develop application functional and technical design specifications to implement business software solutions. Requirements: Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and 3 years of experience; or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field and 5 years of experience. DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR II: Provide complex technical and administrative support with a primary focus on POS system. Review proposed database designed ensuring adherence to company policies and standards. Will be responsible for writing queries for adhoc requests, troubleshooting and analysis as well as code review using T-SQL. Perform complex technical duties of installing, testing, remedial and preventative maintenance on a variety of business applications in a Windows 2003/2008 server environment. Manage database backups and restore requests. Recommend strategies for process improvement within the TrueBlue, Inc. Enterprise. Support and development of production SSIS packages. Requirements: Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field and 3 years of experience OR Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 5 years of experience.Email resumes to jsallean@ trueblue.com OR Apply directly at www.trueblueinc.com. Equal Opportunity Employer
Advertising Representatives: • Rose Theile, rose@tacomaweekly.com • Marlene Carrillo, marlene@tacomaweekly.com • Shelby Johnson, shelby@tacomaweekly.com
Section B • Page 8 • tacomaweekly.com • Friday, December 25, 2015
NOTICES TO: Derick Ferguson Sr
NOTICES
NOTICES
Hospice
TO: Derick Ferguson Sr
Case Name: TOBIN, Nicole Vs FERGUSON SR, Derick Case Number: PUY-CV-CUST-2015-0168 YOU are hereby summoned to appear in the Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, which is located at 1451 E 31st Street Tacoma, Washington 98404. You are summoned to appear for an Initial Hearing on Tuesday the 26th of January, 2016 at 3:00 p.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: MOORE, Tisha In Re: The Application for a Representative Payee for: M, K Case Number(s): PUY-CV-PC-2015-0087 YOU are hereby summoned to appear in the 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 Initial Hearing on Tuesday February 16, 2016 at 9:30am. 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: Earl Youell Jr. In Re: Benita Ochoa vs. Earl Youell Jr. Case Number(s): PUY-CV-PO-2015-0165 DV YOU are hereby summoned to appear in the 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 Thursday January 07, 2016 at 11:00am. 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: Lalaina Ancheta & William Comenout
Case Name: Nicole Tobin Vs Derick Ferguson Sr Case Number: PUY-CV-NC-2015-0167 YOU are hereby summoned to appear in the Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, which is located at 1451 E 31st Street Tacoma, Washington 98404.
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: Rafeal Arteaga In the Welfare of: B, A DOB: 11/03/201 Case Number: PUY-CW-CW-2015-0137
You are summoned to appear for a Continued Adjudication Hearing on the 11th day of February, 2016 at 10:30 AM If you have any questions, please contact the court clerks at (253) 680-5585. NOTICE, PURSUANT TO TRIBAL CODE SECTION 7.04.750, THE COURT MAY FIND THE PARENT, GUARDIAN OR CUSTODIAN IN DEFAULT FOR FAILURE TO RESPOND OR APPEAR AT A COURT HEARING. THIS MAY RESULT IN YOUR CHILD(REN) BEING PLACED IN ANOTHER HOME AND THE PARENT ORDERED TO CORRECT CERTAIN PROBLEMS. Notice, pursuant to §7.04.740, If the parent(s), guardian or custodian fails to respond or appear for the formal adjudicatory hearing, the Court may find the parent(s), guardian or custodian in default, and enter a default order of child/family protection and order necessary intervention and appropriate steps the parent(s), guardian or custodian must follow to correct the underlying problem(s). Notice, pursuant to § 4.08.250, when a party against whom a judgment is sought fails to appear, plead, or otherwise defend within the time allowed, and that is shown to the Court by a motion and affidavit or testimony, the Court may enter an order of default and, without further notice to the party in default, enter a judgment granting the relief sought in the complaint.
In the Welfare of: A-C, O DOB: 11/01/2014 Case Number: PUY-G-JV-2015-0037
In the Welfare of: B, D. DOB: 02/21/2012 Case Number: PUY-CW-CW-2015-0138
YOU are hereby summoned to appear for an Continued Initial Hearing in the Children’s Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, which is located at 1638 East 29th Street Tacoma, Washington 98404.
In the Welfare of: B, D. DOB: 08/25/2009 Case Number: PUY-CW-CW-2015-0136
You are summoned to appear for a Continued Initial Hearing on the 8th day of February, 2016 at 2:30PM.
YOU are hereby summoned to appear for a Status Hearing in the Children’s Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, which is located at 1638 East 29th Street Tacoma, Washington 98404.
TO: JACQUELINE D. SALYERS & WRIGHT Jr.
KENNETH E.
In the Welfare of: W., K DOB: 04/27/2013 Case Number: PUY-CW-CW-2015-0094 YOU are hereby summoned to appear for an Continued Initial Hearing in the Children’s 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 a Continued Initial Hearing on the 4th day of February, 2016 at 1:30 PM. If you have any questions, please contact the court clerks at (253) 680-5585. NOTICE, PURSUANT TO TRIBAL CODE SECTION 7.04.750, THE COURT MAY FIND THE PARENT, GUARDIAN OR CUSTODIAN IN DEFAULT FOR FAILURE TO RESPOND OR APPEAR AT A COURT HEARING. THIS MAY RESULT IN YOUR CHILD(REN) BEING PLACED IN ANOTHER HOME AND THE PARENT ORDERED TO CORRECT CERTAIN PROBLEMS. Notice, pursuant to §7.04.740, If the parent(s), guardian or custodian fails to respond or appear for the formal adjudicatory hearing, the Court may find the parent(s), guardian or custodian in default, and enter a default order of child/family protection and order necessary intervention and appropriate steps the parent(s), guardian or custodian must follow to correct the underlying problem(s). Notice, pursuant to § 4.08.250, when a party against whom a judgment is sought fails to appear, plead, or otherwise defend within the time allowed, and that is shown to the Court by a motion and affidavit or testimony, the Court may enter an order of default and, without further notice to the party in default, enter a judgment granting the relief sought in the complaint.
In the Welfare of: B, C. DOB: 11/21/2007 Case Number: PUY-CW-CW-2015-0135
You are summoned to appear for a Status Hearing on the 11th day of February, 2016 at 11:30 AM. If you have any questions, please contact the court clerks at (253) 680-5585. NOTICE, PURSUANT TO TRIBAL CODE SECTION 7.04.750, THE COURT MAY FIND THE PARENT, GUARDIAN OR CUSTODIAN IN DEFAULT FOR FAILURE TO RESPOND OR APPEAR AT A COURT HEARING. THIS MAY RESULT IN YOUR CHILD(REN) BEING PLACED IN ANOTHER HOME AND THE PARENT ORDERED TO CORRECT CERTAIN PROBLEMS. Notice, pursuant to §7.04.740, If the parent(s), guardian or custodian fails to respond or appear for the formal adjudicatory hearing, the Court may find the parent(s), guardian or custodian in default, and enter a default order of child/family protection and order necessary intervention and appropriate steps the parent(s), guardian or custodian must follow to correct the underlying problem(s). Notice, pursuant to § 4.08.250, when a party against whom a judgment is sought fails to appear, plead, or otherwise defend within the time allowed, and that is shown to the Court by a motion and affidavit or testimony, the Court may enter an order of default and, without further notice to the party in default, enter a judgment granting the relief sought in the complaint. TO: JAQUELINE SALYERS In the Welfare of: S-W, K DOB: 7/28/2015 Case Number: PUY-CW-CW-2015-0070 YOU are hereby summoned to appear for an Continued Adjudication Hearing in the Children’s 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 a Continued Adjudication Hearing on the 4th day of February, 2016 at 1:30 PM. If you have any questions, please contact the court clerks at (253) 680-5585. NOTICE, PURSUANT TO TRIBAL CODE SECTION 7.04.750, THE COURT MAY FIND THE PARENT, GUARDIAN OR CUSTODIAN IN DEFAULT FOR FAILURE TO RESPOND OR APPEAR AT A COURT HEARING. THIS MAY RESULT IN YOUR CHILD(REN) BEING PLACED IN ANOTHER HOME AND THE PARENT ORDERED TO CORRECT CERTAIN PROBLEMS. Notice, pursuant to §7.04.740, If the parent(s), guardian or custodian fails to respond or appear for the formal adjudicatory hearing, the Court may find the parent(s), guardian or custodian in default, and enter a default order of child/family protection and order necessary intervention and appropriate steps the parent(s), guardian or custodian must follow to correct the underlying problem(s). Notice, pursuant to § 4.08.250, when a party against whom a judgment is sought fails to appear, plead, or otherwise defend within the time allowed, and that is shown to the Court by a motion and affidavit or testimony, the Court may enter an order of default and, without further notice to the party in default, enter a judgment granting the relief sought in the complaint.
TO: Patrick O. Barlet In the Welfare of: B Jr., P DOB: 04/19/2015 Case Number: PUY-CW-CW-2015-0043 YOU are hereby summoned to appear for an Adjudication Hearing in the Children’s 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 Adjudication Hearing on the 21st day of January, 2016 at 1:30 PM
Fife Towing, Fife Recovery Service & NW Towing, at 1313 34th Ave E, Fife on 12/28/2015. In compliance with the RCW46.55.130 at 11:00am. Viewing of cars from 10:00-11:00am. Registered Tow Numbers 5009, 5421, 5588. Cash Auction Only www.fifetowing.com
YOU are hereby summoned to appear for a Continued Adjudication Hearing in the Children’s Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, which is located at 1638 East 29th Street Tacoma, Washington 98404.
TO: EDITH HOLLAND
NOTICE, PURSUANT TO TRIBAL CODE SECTION 7.04.750, THE COURT MAY FIND THE PARENT, GUARDIAN OR CUSTODIAN IN DEFAULT FOR FAILURE TO RESPOND OR APPEAR AT A COURT HEARING. THIS MAY RESULT IN YOUR CHILD(REN) BEING PLACED IN ANOTHER HOME AND THE PARENT ORDERED TO CORRECT CERTAIN PROBLEMS. Notice, pursuant to §7.04.740, If the parent(s), guardian or custodian fails to respond or appear for the formal adjudicatory hearing, the Court may find the parent(s), guardian or custodian in default, and enter a default order of child/family protection and order necessary intervention and appropriate steps the parent(s), guardian or custodian must follow to correct the underlying problem(s). Notice, pursuant to § 4.08.250, when a party against whom a judgment is sought fails to appear, plead, or otherwise defend within the time allowed, and that is shown to the Court by a motion and affidavit or testimony, the Court may enter an order of default and, without further notice to the party in default, enter a judgment granting the relief sought in the complaint.
ABANDONED VEHICLE SALE
You are summoned to appear for an Initial Hearing on Tuesday the 26th day of January, 2016 at 2:30p.m.
In the Welfare of: A-C, L DOB: 06/18/2012 Case Number: PUY-G-JV-2015-0036
If you have any questions, please contact the court clerks at (253) 680-5585.
VOLUNTEERS
ABANDONED VEHICLE SALE Northwest Towing, at 2025 S 341st Pl, Federal Way on 12/28/2015. In compliance with the RCW46.55.130. at 2:00pm. Viewing of cars from 1:00-2:00pm. Registered Tow Number 5695. Cash Auction Only www.fifetowing.com
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF PIERCE NO: 15 3 01763 1 In re the Marriage of: David C. Wood Petitioner, And Catherine J Wood Respondent. To the Respondent: The petitioner has started an action in the above court requesting: That your marriage be dissolved You must respond to this summons and petition by serving a copy of your written response on the person signing this summons and by filing the original with the clerk of the court. If you do not serve your written response within 20 days (or 60 days if you are served outside of the state of Washington) after the date this summons was served on you, exclusive of the day of service, the court may enter an order of default against you, and the court may, without further notice to you, enter a decree and approve or provide for the relief requested in the petition. In the cast of a dissolution of marriage or domestic partnership, the court will not enter the final decree until at least 90 days after filling and service. If you serve a notice of appearance on the undersigned person, you are entitled to notice before an order of default or a decree may be entered. Your written response to the summons and petition must be on form: WPF DR 01.0300, Response to Petition (Marriage) This form may be obtained by contacting the clerk of the court at the address below, by contacting the Administrative Office of the Courts at (360) 705-5328, or from the Internet at the Washington State Courts homepage: http://www.courts.wa.gov/forms If this action has not been filed with the court, you may demand that the petitioner file this action with the court. If you do so, the demand must be in writing and must be served upon the person signing this summons. Within 14 days after you serve the demand, the petitioner must file this action with the court, or the service on you of this summons and petition will be void. If you wish to seek the advice of an attorney in this matter, you should do so promptly so that your written response, if any, may be served on time. One method of serving a copy of your response on the petitioner is to send it by certified mail with return receipt requested. This summons is sued pursuant to RCW 4.28.100 and Superior Court Rule 4.1 of the sate of Washington. Dated 05-07-2015 Kevin Stock-Pierce County Clerk930 Tacoma Avenue South #110 Tacoma WA 98402
“New Year’s Resolutions: Volunteer more, do something with my time, get to know somebody new, be happy.” You can get started on these New Year’s Resolutions right away by volunteering for Franciscan Hospice and Palliative Care. Help us make phone calls, welcome people at Hospice House, or help someone run errands. Our retraining includes home-based video training for your convenience. Our next training begins Jan. 9th. To learn more or reserve your spot, call 253-5347050 or toll free 1855-534-7050. Great Volunteer Opportunity
Make friends, have fun and help seniors with simple tasks. You’ll make a big difference by helping people maintain their independence. This is volunteering, not caregiving. Volunteers must be 55 or older, low income, serve 15 hrs/wk and live in Pierce or Kitsap Counties. Drivers are especially needed. Benefits include hourly tax-free stipend and mileage reimbursement. For information call Julie at Lutheran Community Services, Senior Companion Volunteer Program, (253) 722-5686.
Smile
Looking for volunteers who want to share the passion of reading with a struggling reader! All-Star Readers is held Monday and Wednesdays 3:455:00 at Arlington Elementary School
now through midJune. Contact Lori Ann Reeder, Program Manager at lreeder@tacoma. k12.wa.us or 253571-1139 for specifics and to get started. Build Success Many middle school students need your help with math homework and preparing for tests and quizzes in our after school program on Tuesdays at Baker Middle School. Be a part of their successful transition to high school by helping them with math now. Please contact Jenna Aynes at jaynes@tacoma.k12. wa.us or 253-571-5053 or Lori Ann Reeder lreeder@tacoma.k12. wa.us or 253-571-1139 for specifics.
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 4-5 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 9-12 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.
PETS Need safe farms or barns for indoor/outdoor semi-feral cats. They are fixed, vaccinated and de-wormed. Ages 9 mo. & up. Leave message at (253) 203-4608
Tiny Bird Rescue Sandy 253-770-8552
Pet of the Week
JUST WAIT FOR THEIR STORY! Senior Featured kitties Kirby and Zorra are as thick as thieves, totally enamored with one another. They’ve resided at the shelter for a little over a month now, but age (Kirby is 15, and Zorra is 14) and medical problems that can come with frosted features have stood in the way of their happily ever after. Now for the really heart wrenching part. Zorra looks to show some signs of cancer, even though her levels are mostly good. But the thought of separating Kirby and Zorra? We simply can’t bear it. Who are we to stand in the way of true love? To see to it that love will prevail, we’re encouraging those interested to adopt Kirby and bring home Zorra as a hospice foster so that they may live out their days with freedom from discomfort, pain, and distress. So, let’s rally together, and bring about a Christmas miracle! Kirby: # A244946; Zorra: #A244945
Visit us at 2608 Center Street in Tacoma www.thehumanesociety.org
Call us today to place your classified ad! 253-922-5317 or fill out this form and mail with payment to: Tacoma Weekly
2588 Pacific Hwy Fife WA 98424
Ad Copy Here:
If you have any questions, please contact the court clerks at (253) 680-5585. NOTICE, PURSUANT TO TRIBAL CODE SECTION 7.04.750, THE COURT MAY FIND THE PARENT, GUARDIAN OR CUSTODIAN IN DEFAULT FOR FAILURE TO RESPOND OR APPEAR AT A COURT HEARING. THIS MAY RESULT IN YOUR CHILD(REN) BEING PLACED IN ANOTHER HOME AND THE PARENT ORDERED TO CORRECT CERTAIN PROBLEMS. Notice, pursuant to §7.04.740, If the parent(s), guardian or custodian fails to respond or appear for the formal adjudicatory hearing, the Court may find the parent(s), guardian or custodian in default, and enter a default order of child/family protection and order necessary intervention and appropriate steps the parent(s), guardian or custodian must follow to correct the underlying problem(s). Notice, pursuant to § 4.08.250, when a party against whom a judgment is sought fails to appear, plead, or otherwise defend within the time allowed, and that is shown to the Court by a motion and affidavit or testimony, the Court may enter an order of default and, without further notice to the party in default, enter a judgment granting the relief sought in the complaint.
Name: Address: Phone: Cash
$15.00 30 Words and Under: ______________ Extra words @ .05:_________________ Check
Visa/Mastercard Card #
Money Order Exp.
Sub Total:_________________________ x Number of Weeks = ______________
Total Amount:________________
Cost: $15 for 30 words for one week. 5¢ per each additional word. Deadline: Tuesday, 12 noon for Thursday publications. Payment: Required on all classified ads at time of placement. We accept cash, check, money order or Visa/ Mastercard. Mail or bring payment to Tacoma Weekly at 2588 Pacific Hwy, Fife. Email: advertising@tacomaweekly.com
w w w. t a c o m a w e e k l y. c o m
Friday, December 25, 2015 • tacomaweekly.com • Section B • Page 9
Classifieds REALTORS
REALTORS
REALTORS
Moving can be stressful, elling our o e oesn t ave to be
FOR RENT Apartment For Rent!
As Real Estate Professionals
2be/1bath. Full Kitchen, living room, W/D inside, parking lot.
with a Global Network
$750 Rent
We Can Take Care of YOU
1be/1bath Full Kitchen, living room.
$600
FOR RENT
FOR RENT
House For Rent! 2 bd House Near the Allenmore Area. $900 per month, $600 deposit. Screening. No Smoking, No Pets. Call 253-381-8344.
Michelle Anguiano 253-720-6525 Homes4SaleByMichelle.com
Tacoma 8324 S. Park Ave. Contact 206-214-8538
Beautiful Edgewood Daylight Rambler -ONTA 6ISTA $RIVE %DGEWOOD 7! s -,3
CONDOS & HOMES LAKEWOOD
PUYALLUP
8416 PHILLIPS RD SW #17
16012 89TH AVE E
$725
$1350
1 BED 1 BATH 573 SF. 1 BED CONDO HAS NEW HARDWOODS, SS APPLIANCES, PETS WELCOME AND MUCH MORE.
3 BED, 2.5 BATH 1483 SF. GORGEOUS 3 BEDROOM HOME HAS GREAT ROOM, HUGE MASTERS SUITE, WASHER/DRYER AND MORE.
UNIVERSITY PLACE
UNIVERSITY PLACE
7502 41ST ST CT W #A3
s "EDS "ATHS s 3Q &T s ,ARGE YARD s .EWLY REMODELED KITCHEN UPGRADED CUPBOARDS SELF CLOSE DRAWERS GRANITE COUNTERS STAINLESS APPLIANCES s 5PDATED BATHS W GRANITE COUNTERS s .EWER CARPET INSIDE PAINT !# s &RESH OUTSIDE PAINT WITH VIEWING DECK
$375,000
StephanieLynch
“I promise to follow through and follow up. I’ll discuss with you exactly how I work and what you can expect. I’ll communicate Top Producing Broker 2008-2015 regularly and you’ll know the process each www.stephanielynch.com step of the way. I’m here to work hard for you and make the transaction as smooth as possible. Call me today for your personal consultation.�
253.203.8985
Your Local Realtor Windermere Professional Partners s HEATHERREDAL GMAIL COM
NEW LISTING: $359,000 3 ) 3T 4ACOMA
Updated 4-plex near Downtown Tacoma, Univ. of Washington campus, buses, parks, hospitals & more. 2 bdr. 2 bath, newer windows, updated kitchens, newer carpet & washer/dryer. Live in one & let your renters pay your mortgage! VA buyer/0 down (MLS #867708)
NEW LISTING: $219,000 3HERIDAN 4ACOMA
Charming 1910 Victorian Duplex near hospitals, parks & Downtown Tacoma. 3,064 square feet, 2 bd/1 bath & 1 bdr. 1 bath with high ceilings, bay windows & large basement w/ bath. Live in 1 & rent the other!
FEATURED PROPERTIES 1202 S AINSWORTH AVE, TACOMA 98405 MLS#: 857864 Area: Central Tacoma Beds: 8 Baths: 3 Heating & Cooling: Forced Air Water Heater: Gas/Basement Appliances: Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Refrigerator Interior Features: Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, French Doors, High Tech Cabling, Walk-In Pantry Property Features: Cable TV, Deck, Gas Available
HOMES
Remodeled 4 bdr Craftsmen 2711 S. Melrose St. Tacoma
$1495
2 BED 1 BATH 800 SF. LARGE 2 BED APT HAS NEWER APPLIANCES, WASHER/DRYER, $38 FEE FOR W/S/G AND MORE.
3 BED, 2.5 BATH 1377 SF. BRAND NEW DUPLEX HAS OPEN KITCHEN, ALL BEDROOMS UPSTAIRS, DECK, GARAGE SPACE AND MORE.
DUPONT
UNIVERSITY PLACE
2699 ERWIN AVE
9518 47TH ST W
$1295
$2350
2 BED, 2 BATH 1021 SF. 2 BED CONDO HAS ALL APPLIANCES, HUGE MASTER SUITE, COVERED DECK AND SMALL PETS OK
5 BED, 2.5 BATH 2745 SF. LARGE HOME INCLUDES HARDWOODS, FORMAL DINING, FAMILY ROOM, WASHER/DRYER AND PETS WELCOME.
Park52.com ¡ 253-473-5200 View pictures, discounts & more properties online.
Professional Management Services
HOMES
HOMES
4 Bed, 1 3/4 Bath, 2,366 SF. Cute & remodeled 1916 Craftsmen Charmer with open floor plan in a great location for walking & biking to everything! Large covered porch, classic entryway, new kitchen opens to large dining & living area, high ceilings, crown molding, large master suite w/bath plus 2 additional rooms & bath on main & lg. basement w/ bonus room, mud room walks out to patio, garden space & low maintenance yard. Dbl car garage w/work area, covered RV parking. Newer roof & windows, this home is truly move-in ready! MLS#: 851997 $249,000
Heather Redal Better Properties University Place/Fircrest (253) 363-5920 Heatherredal@gmail.com PROPERTY
PROPERTY
Solid Financial LLC, Industrial (land) 5th Ave Ct NE & 66th Ave, Tacoma WA $475,000 Unimproved land 2.20 acres, 2 parcels each is 1.10 acres, 4053 & 4054, slopping has not been logged and there is a non-exclusive easement for ingress and egress. Property has been incorporated by Milton all building and land use fall under the Milton Municipal Code.
GIG HARBOR
35412 88th Ave S, Roy, WA 98580 11.15 AC Land $500.000
253-853-5046
11.3 acres located on SR706 off of 506 high traffic count, across from Strip Mall, and a variety of services and businesses. Zoned RAC commercial and industrial businesses that provide goods, services, employment, group homes, and senior housing. Corner of SR 702 and 88th Ave.
$259,000 2 Bed, 2 Bath Plus Large Workshop with Full Bathroom on a Beautiful 1 Acre Near Downtown Gig Harbor
6027 S. Lawrence 3 Beds, 1ž Bath, 1855 SqFt. Beautiful turn of the century Dutch Colonial home completely updated with character galore. Hardwood floors, foyer, banister staircase, large living & dining rooms, high ceilings, large remodeled kitchen, separate utility rm, 3 bedrooms up w/loft for possible 4th bedroom. Updated electrical & plumbing, new windows, tank less water heater, heat pump, insulated floors, oversized bathtub, security system. Fully fenced back yard w/large deck, sprinkler system, 2 car garage w/ upgraded electrical. MLS # 730787 $179,000
i nd
pe
Sergio Hernandez
Better Properties University Place/ Fircrest (253) 431-2308 Sergio@betterproperties.com
Sergio Hernandez Better Properties University Place/Fircrest (253) 431-2308 Sergio@betterproperties.com COMMERCIAL
NOW LEASING/FOR SALE 4008 S. Pine 2700 SQ. FT. Completely remodeled w/over 200k in high end upgrades. 7 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.
Sergio Hernandez, Better Properties University Place/Fircrest (253) 431-2308
3008 S. 12th St., Tacoma 3 Beds, 1 Bath, 1250 SF. Wonderful Victorian home that has easy commute to UPS & is close to Franklin elementary!!! Large covered front porch. Main floor bedroom. Both a living room & family room Large bedrooms. Breakfast bar & loads of storage in kitchen. Newer roof, storm windows, newer hot water tank & furnace.Great Value Fully fenced backyard and paved driveway. Fresh paint inside and out, new flooring, updated plumbing & electrical, and fully insulated! Plenty of room for your own touches! Super close to 6th Ave! MLS# 832899 $150,000
Carmen Neal Blue Emerald Real Estate 253-632-2920
COMMERCIAL
Sergio@betterproperties.com
12706 Pacific Hwy SW. Lakewood WA 98499 $120,000 This is a commercial raw land the seller will lease or sale the property can be fenced completely for someone to store equipment or ??. 6000 Sq/Ft, .14 Acres commercial property tucked away between commercial vacant land. Abutting the Sound Transit RR. Pacific Hwy has a high traffic count. Close to all services and freeway. Seller will look at leasing the land and possibly fencing the perimeter. Owner contract terms available.
Sergio Hernandez Better Properties University Place/Fircrest (253) 431-2308 Sergio@betterproperties.com
BUSINESSES OPPORTUNITIES
$650,000
5410 MCDACER AVE, TACOMA 98404 MLS#: 861135 Area: SE Tacoma Beds: 3 Baths: 1 Heating & Cooling: Forced Air Water Heater: Gas/Mudroom Appliances: Dishwasher, Range/Oven Interior Features: Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room Property Features: Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Partially, Gas Available, High Speed Internet, Outbuildings, Patio
8007 CIRQUE DR W
$845
ng
HEATHER REDAL
HOMES
ALL UTILITIES PAID INCLUDING HEAT. FURNISHED PENTHOUSE. LARGE STUDIO IN VINTAGE VICTORIAN MANSION FOR WORKING SINGLE RESPONSIBLE ADULT. NO SMOKING OR DRUGS. MILLION DOLLAR VIEW OVERLOOKING CITY. HISTORICAL STADIUM DISTRICT IN TACOMA. PRIVATE SECURED ENTRANCE. SAME OWNER OVER 50 YEARS. $700. WHY PAY MORE. 253-572-7128.
Rent at Lisa Taylor 253-232-5626 Plan4RealEstate.com
CALL 253.922.5317
COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS FOR SALE/LEASE MEXICAN FAST FOOD Successful Franchise in Pierce County, 15 yrs. same location. $350k annual gross sales, excellent net. Asking $129,000, terms avail., Owner retiring. NON-FRANCHISE, VERY SUCCESSFUL & VERY PROFITABLE COFFEE SHOP CAFE FOR SALE. $125,000 with $75,000 down, owner’s contract. pending sale OFFICE BUILDING WITH 6 SUITES, Close to Wright’s Park, ideal for Attorneys or Professional use. Asking Price $510,000, Terms. Suites are also available for Lease.
$164,950
If I wouldn’t buy it, I won’t sell it to you and if I wouldn’t live in it, I won’t list it.
Shannon
price reduction
LONGTIME ESTABLISHED POPULAR RESTR./LOUNGE Business for sale. $149,000 & size, 4,100 sq. ft. Huge reduction SAME OWNER: BARTENDING ACADEMY OF TACOMA, Since 1959, Very profitable, Training provided. VERY PROFITABLE GROCERY STORE/DELI/BAKERY/MEAT MARKET. La Huerta International Market #2 at 5605A Pacific Ave.Business For Sale, $259,950, Annual Gross Sales $1,400,000, Seller Financing. price reduction
Agent Extraordinaire Ph: 253.691.1800 F: 253.761.1150 shannonsells@hotmail.com
RICHARD PICTON or ED PUNCHAK
253-581-6463 253-224-7109
Section B • Page 10 • tacomaweekly.com • Friday, December 25, 2015
NEW YEAR’S EVE BASH
Burton Cummings Battle at the Boat 104 Brian McKnight
December 31, 8:30pm
January 15, 8pm
January 22, 8:30pm
I-5 Showroom No Charge; Bracelets Required
I-5 Showroom $25, $40, $100
I-5 Showroom $40, $60, $90, $95
Air Supply
CageSport Super Fight League America
Blue Ă–yster Cult
February 13, 8pm
February 20, 7pm
February 27, 8pm
I-5 Showroom $30, $45, $70, $75
I-5 Showroom $35, $55, $100
I-5 Showroom $25, $35, $50, $55
MORE Winners, MORE Often! s www.emeraldqueen.com
%1# ) ) %XIT % TH 3T 4ACOMA 7! s %1# (OTEL #ASINO ) %XIT 0AC (WY % &IFE 7! You must be 21 to enter the casino. Management reserves the right to change any event or promotion. Tickets available at the EQC Box Offices. EQC is not responsible for any third party ticket sales.