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NWIW calls for pause IN methaNol plaNt revIeW

CHB PROVIDES EYES ON THE WATER

CritiCs vow to Continue fight

PHOTOS BY STEVE DUNKELBERGER

port. Citizens for a Healthy

Bay conduct Bay Patrols around Tacoma's working waterfront to safeguard against spills or safety concerns. Tacoma's tideflats are home to heavy industries that range from shipping operations, recycling facilities and manufacturing companies.

By Steve Dunkelberger stevedunkel@tacomaweekly.com

PHOTO COURTESY OF PORT OF TACOMA

plaNt. The environmental review of the proposed methanol-conversion plant has put on hold to allow developers to better understand concerns critics have. The effort to stop the plant entirely is continuing.

By Steve Dunkelberger stevedunkel@tacomaweekly.com

The hotly debated environmental review of a planned $3.4 billion methanol plant slated for Tacoma’s tideflats has been put on hold. The developer asked the City of Tacoma to formally pause the environmental review process last week.

“NWIW’s goal is to build a local industry that contributes to the economy and protects the environment by reducing global greenhouse gas emissions. NWIW’s use of new clean technology provides an exciting opportunity for Washington and Oregon to become world leaders in addressing

climate change through innovation by producing methanol and the products we use every day in a more environmentally responsible way,” said company president Murray V. Godley in a statement released last week.

“The Pacific Northwest’s dedication to environmental protection is one of the reasons NWIW chose this region for its facilities. Given these objectives, we have been surprised by the tone and substance of the vocal opposition that has emerged in Tacoma. To force a facility on a community that does not welcome it would not be consistent with our goals.

Therefore, we have decided to pause the State Environmen-

tal Policy Act environmental review process in Tacoma.”

News of the “pause” of what could be several months comes after mounting opposition to the Northwest Innovation Worksbacked plant filled two public hearings with more than 1,000 people each time and spilled over into City Council and Port of Tacoma Commission meetings. A petition drive gathering signatures to call for a public vote on developments that would use more than a million gallons of water was also underway in an effort to stop the project. State lawmakers had floated bills to kill the plan and local governments had also voiced their concerns. Federal

Way held an emergency council meeting to unanimously oppose the plant, and the Puyallup Tribe of Indians also formally spoke out against the plant. The City of University Place was the latest to consider weighing in on the issue, after Mayor Javier H. Figueroa questioned the plant’s regional impacts last week.

The surprise call for a pause came after Port of Tacoma Commissioners held a fivehour study session on the proposal, a meeting that drew more than 100 people to hear Godley outline the project and field questions.

"We thought we had done a good job of outreach,” he said at

While most of the environmental discussion around Tacoma these days centers on the proposed methanol-conversion plant in the works for the former Kaiser Aluminum site on the tideflats, patrols continue for other environmental hazards along the waterway.

Citizens for a Healthy Bay started the Bay Patrol early-warning system program throughout Commencement Bay and the industrial waterways in 1998 to provide eyes-on-the-water searches for pollution, leaks or other hazards on the water. Incidents range from free-floating logs that wash down from the Puyallup River and into the waterway, to investigations into 100 or so calls received about

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COUPLES CATCH AND RELEASE PLAN: SPAYING IT FORWARD

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Saving the heartS of tacoma Puget sound heart ProjeCt takes aCtion against sudden CardiaC arrest

By Erica Cooley

PHOTO BY LARRY LARUE

cat people. Katie and Chad

Special to Tacoma Weekly

PHOTO BY ERICA COOLEY

carDIac WarrIors. Puget Sound Heart Project meets every third

Thursday of the month at the Tacoma Police Station in the North End to discuss upcoming fundraisers and events to raise awareness for sudden cardiac arrest.

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RAGS WEARABLE ART SALE & SHOW:

The 22nd annual RAGS Wearable Art sale and gallery competition will take place March 10-13 at Larson Mercedes-Benz of Tacoma in Fife. PAGE A7

As we close out Heart Awareness Month, recognizing some of the less publicized heart conditions and how they have affected our community members is important to recognize. The average person, when they hear heart disease, thinks a heart attack but sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is one of the most underpublicized of heart disease because it has no symptoms and is most often fatal because the first symptom is a person’s heart stopping.

Nearly a decade after the tragic passing of Kiki McBride on the basketball court at Foss High School from SCA, her mother Tamela McBride continues to be an active advocate for SCA prevention and preparedness within the Tacoma School District. McBride is one of among 18 other members of the Puget Sound Heart Project (PSHP). PSHP was started as the Tacoma/Pierce County Chapter of the Sudden Cardiac Arrest

By Larry LaRue larry@tacomaweekly.com

Katie and Chad Osvog moved to Tacoma from the Midwest in 2003, got good jobs, bought a house and survived the economic downturn.

Both their families think they’re crazy.

For one thing, they share their twobedroom home with three large pit bull-mix dogs. On the front lawn and covered porch are 11 cats.

And don’t even ask about their basement.

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Osvog have big hearts for cats, with 11 of these furry friends depending on the couple for food, medicine and love.

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Pothole pig’s

POTHOLE OF THE WEEK

N. 2nd and N. 'G' Street 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.

TACOMA AREA LITERACY COUNCIL

TUTOR TRAINING

April 6 – 9:30am-3:30pm April 7 – 9:30am-3:30pm May 4 – 9:30am-12:30pm Calvary Community Church 11516 Gary St. E, Sumner, WA 98390 Please register online at www.tacomaliteracy.org or call (253) 272-2471.

No prior teaching experience needed!! We also offer free tutoring for adult learners-ESL, basic skills -writing/reading.

Learn about paid leave and minimum wage in Tacoma.

New employment standards effective February 1, 2016

cityoftacoma.org/employmentstandards

Bulletin Board HELP METRO PARKS TACOMA SET PRIORITIES Every six years, Metro Parks Tacoma establishes program priorities for future improvements of services provided to the community. Help determine the park district’s priorities for programs and services by attending upcoming community forums. Choose the location most convenient to you: Feb. 24, 6:30 p.m., at STAR Center, 3873 S. 66th St. and Center at Norpoint, 4818 Nassau Ave. NE; and Feb. 25, 6:30 p.m., at Portland Avenue Community Center, 3513 E. Portland Ave. and Tacoma Nature Center, 1919 S. Tyler St. CITIZENS FOR A HEALTHY BAY TO CONTINUE METHANOL PLANT EDUCATION Last Friday, Northwest Innovation Works (NWIW) announced they have temporarily postponed their controversial proposal to build the world’s largest methanol manufacturing plant at the Port of Tacoma. Citing vocal community opposition, NWIW stated they plan to engage the Tacoma community in further dialogue about their proposed project over the next few months.

Regarding NWIW’s decision to postpone environmental review of the proposed plant, Citizens for a Healthy Bay (CHB) Executive Director Melissa Malott said, “We’re gratified to see Northwest Innovation Works listening to community concerns and stepping back to rethink this project, which could potentially pose serious threats to our ecosystem and sustainable water future.” Malott emphasizes that, although the proposed methanol project has been paused, CHB will continue to share clear and scientifically accurate information, to hold free public comment workshops and discussion forums, and to broker straightforward conversations with policymakers, industry representatives, government agencies, environmental groups, academia and others.

In November of 2015, Citizens for a Healthy Bay created a webpage dedicated to providing comprehensive and factual information regarding the proposed methanol plant project. Through this webpage and other outreach strategies, Citizens for a Healthy Bay seeks to educate and empower the public to be effective advocates for a healthy Commencement Bay. The webpage includes information from sources such as the City of Tacoma, research done

by CHB and non-technical information received from NWIW. To learn more about the proposed methanol plant in Tacoma, please visit www.healthybay.org.

MAYOR’S STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS TO AIR ON TV TACOMA In collaboration with the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber of Commerce, Mayor Marilyn Strickland’s 2016 State of the City Address, which she made on Feb. 24, will air on TV Tacoma on these dates and times: Feb. 27, 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Feb. 28, 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Feb. 29, 4 a.m., 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; March 1, 4 a.m. and 11 p.m.; March 2, 9 a.m. and 8 p.m.; March 3, 1 p.m. and 9 p.m.; March 4, 2 p.m. and 10 p.m.; March 5, 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.; March 6, 1 a.m., 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.; March 7, 4 a.m., 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; March 8, 4 a.m. and 11 p.m.; March 9, 9 a.m. and 8 p.m.; March 10, 1 p.m. and 9 p.m.; March 11, 2 p.m. and 10 p.m.; March 12, 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.; March 13, 1 a.m., 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.; March 14, 4 a.m., 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and March 15, 4 a.m. and 11 p.m.

TV Tacoma is available on both the Click! and Comcast cable systems. On Click!, TV Tacoma can be seen on Channel 12 within Tacoma city limits and in Pierce County, with the exception of University Place, where it can be found on Channel 21. On Comcast, TV Tacoma can be seen on Channel 12 within Tacoma city limits and on Channel 21 in Pierce County. For programming information or program streaming, visit the City of Tacoma’s website.

The 2016 State of the City Address will also be viewable starting Feb. 27 on the City’s YouTube channel, Facebook page and Twitter feed.

1202 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Tacoma

PUBLIC INVITED TO LITERACY ON THE HILLTOP FAIR Tacoma families are invited to attend Literacy on the Hilltop, a free community fair at the downtown Main Branch of Tacoma Public Library (1102 Tacoma Ave. S.) on Saturday, Feb. 27 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The purpose of the fair is to highlight family literacy resources, opportunities for afterschool learning, free library programs and resources, and news from the Hilltop Library Planning Committee. Additionally, there will be face painting, crafts activities, snacks, a young poetry workshop, storytelling and animation/digital design demonstrations.

Keynote speaker for the free event is Dr. Gloria Burgess who explores the rich, beautiful heritage of spirituals and poetry from the African-American tradition in “I’ll Fly Away: A Sojourn through Poetry and Spirituals.” Her program is presented by Tacoma Public Library in partnership with Humanities Washington Speakers Bureau.

This interactive presentation covers the sometimes hidden meanings of specific spirituals and poems, including how the art helped people cope as they were transported from another culture. Burgess holds a doctorate in Performance Studies from the University of Southern California, and has served as regular and visiting faculty at universities in Washington and California. A Poetry Fellow with Cave Canem, a prestigious collective of poets and writers of the African diaspora, sponsored by the American Academy of Poets, she has recorded a CD of original poems and music.

Following Burgess’s presentation, the Hilltop Library Planning Committee will report on its progress in working with Tacoma Public Library and Tacoma Public Schools in keeping McCarver Elementary School’s new library open for public use several days a week, after school lets out.

Other participants include poet Angie Brown, Nick Butler, animator with Turtledust Media, storyteller Kimi Irene Ginn, and Patrick Johnson, director of Equity and Academic Excellence for Tacoma Public Schools.

Literacy on the Hilltop is sponsored by the Hilltop Library Planning Committee, Communities in Schools, Child Care Resources, Tacoma Public Schools and Tacoma Public Library. For more information, call Tacoma Public Library Community Relations Officer David Domkoski at (253) 292-2001 or visit www.tacomalibrary.org.

Learn more at www.commhealth.org

CITY SEEKS BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN ADVISORS The City of Tacoma’s Office of Environmental Policy

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and Sustainability is looking for informed residents to help the City as it moves forward on bicycle and pedestrian issues by serving on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Technical Advisory Group.

This advisory group was formed in 2013 to support the Transportation Commission on active transportation issues, such as bicycle and pedestrian planning, transportation regulation compliance, project prioritization, and implementing the City’s Mobility Master Plan including wayfinding, project design, connectivity and citizen education and encouragement. Meetings are held from 5:307:30 p.m. every third Monday at the Tacoma Municipal Building (747 Market St.).

The City Manager will appoint three Tacoma residents to the existing eight-person group, with preference given to residents living in Districts 3, 4 and 5 to ensure a range of perspectives and expertise. Residents with knowledge or first-hand experience about pedestrian, bicycle, health, parks and Americans with Disabilities Act issues are particularly encouraged to apply. In addition, the City is also seeking a youth representative, between ages 16 and 18, to serve as part of the group.

To apply, please visit cityoftacoma.org and search Bicycle and Pedestrian Technical Advisory Group. Applications are due by March 7 and should be submitted to Active Transportation Coordinator Diane Wiatr at dwiatr@cityoftacoma.org or call (253) 591-5380 for more information.

COMCAST LOOKING TO FILL 50 POSITIONS Comcast is partnering with Goodwill to offer a hiring event for up to 50 Call Center positions. The Hiring Event will take place at Goodwill’s Milgard Work Opportunity Center (their Tacoma job training campus) at 714 S. 27th St. on March 2 at noon. Attendees will meet hiring authorities, learn about Comcast, submit applications and conduct on-the-spot initial interviews. Register at www.comcastmarch2.eventbrite.com .

Comcast is looking for Customer Account Executives (a sales position with base pay plus uncapped commission) for their Fife Call Center. At the event they will conduct mini-interviews (5-10 minutes) after the information session and will review candidate resumes. Candidates who demonstrate outstanding persuasion ability will be contacted by a recruiter within 48 hours for next steps in the application process. Call Center employees typically work five days per week. Employee benefits include six weeks of paid training, medical, dental, vision, 401K match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee stock purchase plan and courtesy services on Xfinity Products. A high school diploma or GED is required.

Goodwill also offers help in writing resumes, interview skills, and filling out applications at their Tacoma Job Resource Room, also at the Milgard Work Opportunity Center. The Job Resource Room is open to walk-ins/calls Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Call (253) 573-6577.

Goodwill offers job training and placement programs in a variety of careers such as office, culinary, catering, construction, barista, retail, custodial, warehouse, transportation and logistics, and other opportunities for persons 16-70. The programs are based out of four job training campuses and two satellite offices in Tacoma, Longview, Yakima, Lacey, and Aberdeen. To locate a program near you visit www.goodwillwa.org.

KILMER TO HOLD 11TH TELEPHONE TOWN HALL In order to hear from constituents about the issues that matter to them, Representative Derek Kilmer will hold his 11th telephone town hall on Wednesday, March 2 at 6 p.m.

Participants will have the opportunity to ask Rep. Kilmer a question or leave a message with their comments.

“I’m looking forward to my next telephone town hall,” said Kilmer. “It’s important for me to make sure that I continue to be accessible and accountable to the folks in our region.”

Residents of the 6th District who would like to join the call can sign up at http://kilmer.house.gov/contact/ townhall or send an email to kilmer.teletownhall@mail. house.gov with their name and phone number by 3 p.m.

On Tuesday, March 1.

Residents who sign up before the deadline will receive a phone call at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 2 inviting them to the town hall.

In February, Kilmer held seven town halls across the 6th Congressional District to hear directly from constituents on a wide range of issues. He also frequently meets face-to-face with constituents and takes their questions at forums and Kilmer at Your Company events.

CITY SEEKS APPLICANTS FOR BOARD OF BUILDING APPEALS The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill two positions on its Board of Building Appeals. Applicants should have knowledge and/or experience in design and/ or construction related to building, fire, mechanical, plumbing and/or energy code. Applicants with experience in sustainable building construction are also encouraged to apply.

The Board of Building Appeals is a quasi-judicial board consisting of seven members who are recommended by the Infrastructure, Planning, and Sustainability Committee and appointed by the City Council.

Duties of the Board of Building Appeals include: Review and provide recommendation for approval to Council for new editions, amendments, and proposed changes to the City’s Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire, Dangerous Building, Minimum Housing and Energy Codes.

Holding hearings and make decisions on appeals of orders, decisions, or determinations made by the Building Official or Fire Chief relative to the application and interpretation of the Building Code, Mechanical Code, Plumbing Code, Fire Code and Energy Code.

Hear appeals of orders or decisions made by the Hearing Officer for the Dangerous Building Code or Minimum Housing Code.

More information is available on the City’s website at www.cityoftacoma.org or by contacting Sue Coffman in Planning and Development Services at (253) 594-7905.

Applications must be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office by Sunday, March 6. To apply, please visit cityoftacoma.org/cbcapplication or contact Amanda Punsalan in the City Clerk’s Office at (253) 591-5178 or Tacoma Municipal Building North, 733 Market St., Room 11, Tacoma, WA 98402.

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POLICE ISSUE ALERT TO FIND MISSING BOY

By David Rose

has a history of running away but usually comes back in a couple days. He has never been gone for this long. Officers do have an alert for him and will follow up on any tips you may have on where to find him.

Many of them know Caeleb and have even given him rides to school before. They agree that this is unusual. If you can help police and his mom find Caeleb to make sure he is okay, please call 911.

Correspondent

Pierce County Sheriff's deputies are looking for 14-year-old Caeleb Nunley.

He was last seen in University Place on Feb. 2. His mom is extremely worried about him. Police say he

DAVID ROSE

TACOMA FATHER SENTENCED TO 28 YEARS IN TODDLER’S MURDER Kingsa McKnight, 34, was sentenced on Feb. 19 to 343 months in prison for the 2014 beating death of his 3-year-old son. In December 2015, McKnight pleaded guilty to murder in the second degree and assault in the first degree. This was the high-end maximum for the sentencing range.

“Children are innocents who need our care and protection,” said Prosecutor Mark Lindquist. “This horrific abuse defies explanation.”

On June 13, 2014, McKnight took his son to an urgent care center because he

was lethargic and vomiting. The nurse told him the child needed to go to the emergency department immediately, but McKnight took his son home instead.

Eight days later, the child lost consciousness and McKnight drove him to the hospital.

After 12 rounds of CPR, the victim was placed on life support. He had bruises on his head and chest, and a CT scan revealed two subdural hemorrhages and a skull fracture.

Doctors determined the head injuries were caused by trauma, and were inflicted just a few hours prior to the victim’s arrival at the

hospital. Further testing showed the victim had suffered a liver laceration and a rib fracture at different times during the last month.

On June 23, the victim was taken off life support and he died.

The victim’s parents lived separately, and the victim had spent the last three days in his father’s care. The victim’s mother told detectives that McKnight was angry because the victim was having potty training issues. McKnight told detectives that he shared a bed with his son, and his son had wet the bed the two previous nights.

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food programs in Pierce County.

To learn more about Emergency Food Network, volunteering, or to how to host a food drive, visit www.efoodnet.org or call (253) 584-1040.

UNITED GROCERS DONATE 43,000 POUNDS OF FOOD AND HOUSEHOLD ITEMS Unified Grocers hosted their annual Unified Sell-abration Pacific Northwest – a private selling show showcasing quality food and products available to their customers, suppliers, and brokers – on Feb. 17 and 18 at the Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center. This year, vendors were given the opportunity to donate products left over at the end of the event to help people in need. Emergency Food Network, with the help of 20 volunteers, filled an entire semi-trailer and box truck with roughly 43,000 pounds of food and household items.

Families and individuals in need visiting local food banks, meal sites, and shelters these next few weeks will be eating quality meats, produce, dairy, and packaged foods including: chicken, steak, lamb, gourmet cheeses, yogurt, tomatoes, pineapple, oranges, quinoa, rice and more. They will also receive household goods including, pots, pans, cleaning supplies, makeup, shampoo, as well as other toiletries.

“We are so grateful to receive such a wonderful donation,” said Helen McGovern-Pilant, executive director of Emergency Food Network. “We rely on donations from our community to help us provide food for hungry children, adults, and seniors throughout the year.”

This donation will add to the 1.3 million pounds of food Emergency Food Network distributes each month to 70 partner

2016 TEEN VIDEO CHALLENGE UNDERWAY It’s no secret that teenagers LOVE to make videos. A contest has just started that can put all of their video-making talent to good use.

The Washington State Library and the Collaborative Summer Library Program have launched the 2016 Teen Video Challenge, a national video competition for teens to get involved with reading and their public library’s summer reading program.

Teens are invited to create a 30-to-90-second video with their unique interpretation of the 2016 summer reading slogan “Get in the Game – READ.” The idea is to involve teens in summer reading, before and during the summer months, by being part of the process. This is an opportunity for teens to showcase their creativity and have their ideas seen and heard by a national audience. The winning video will be named one of the 2016 Teen Videos to promote summer reading nationwide.

A $150 award will go to the creator of Washington’s winning video and his or her associated public library will receive prizes worth at least $50 from CSLP and Upstart. Winners will be announced by CSLP in April.

For full details about the Teen Video Challenge and to find out how to enter Washington’s competition, please go to http:// sos.wa.gov/q/teenvideo. Entries must be received by March 25.

Questions about the contest? Please contact Nono Burling at the Washington State Library at nono.burling@sos.wa.gov.

Bulletin Board

There’s an old Mitch Hedberg joke that goes “if you’re lost in the woods, just build a house and your situation has improved dramatically.” Conversely, if you’re driving drunk and your car gets stuck driving over a curb, just say that’s where you meant to park.

A woman on Dock Street tried convincing a police officer in between the road and the curb that was exactly where she wanted to be on Jan. 17.

The woman’s truck had managed to become stuck over a parking curb and despite how much she revved her engine or spun her tires, it just wasn’t budging. Police soon arrived and the officer asked her if she was driving drunk. The woman, with bloodshot eyes, claimed she wasn’t driving, but was parked. After refusing field sobriety tests, the woman was transferred to Tacoma Police headquarters where she blew a .246 and a .251 on the breathalyzer. She was then booked into Pierce County Jail for driving drunk.

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Our View

Being involved matters The surprise announcement last week that Northwest Innovation Works pressed pause on the environmental review process for what would be the largest methanol plant in the world is a victory for activism.

But the war is not over.

And it might make us take a long, hard look at ourselves as well.

Public comment and protests against the planned $3.4 billion plant drew capacity crowds and reams of written input that were overwhelmingly against the idea of Tacoma being home to a plant tasked with the sole purpose of converting natural gas to methanol that would then be shipped to China and made into plastic.

Sure, the plant would generate 1,000 construction jobs while it is being built, and 260 jobs when it is in full operation. It would return the former Kaiser Aluminum plant site to the tax rolls, bringing in millions of dollars in tax revenue and lease payments. It would play a global role in cutting back on the creation of greenhouse gases, being cleaner than the current coal-fired plants in China.

But locals have cause for their concerns since any net “environmental savings� could come at the price of the region’s natural resources and future. The big issues on that front are the tremendous use of water and power the plant would require and what impacts those demands will have on the environment, its inhabitants and utility rate payers.

Few answers to those questions are known, which was the reason for the environmental study in the first place. But what answers are available don’t seem to fit modern Tacoma, which is striving to strike a new balance between being an industrial port city infamous for its “Tacoma aroma� and one that cherishes its environment and natural resources.

Part of the larger conversation is what industries should go on the tideflats in the years to come, since NWIW isn’t going away. It just wanted a pause to develop detailed answers to concerns in hopes of satisfying skeptics.

Be skeptical. Keep the fight strong, Tacoma, and continue making your voices heard.

Letter to the Editor Dear Editor, (Re: “Looking for America� guest editorial by Winslow Myers, Tacoma Weekly, Feb. 18) Winslow Myers’ idea of “a global Marshall Plan to address the poverty and ill health and alienation that are the root causes of terror� is a real possibility.

Currently, steps are being taken with the United Nations’ new Sustainable Development Goals and bipartisan legislation currently in Congress. The Reach Every Mother and Child Act targets the end of the preventable deaths of mothers (over 800 per day) and children (11 every minutes) in our world. This bill has the support of nearly all of Washington’s congressional delegation. A new bill just introduced in the House by Congressman Dave Reichert (R-WA) and Congresswoman Nita Lowey (D-NY) would expand school access and close the gender gap in education. With over 100 million children and adolescents with no educational opportunities, this bill could make a major difference. Of course, to move these bills, our legislators need to hear from us. To create a better America and a better world, it will take our voices asking our elected representatives to pass these and other laws that make a difference.

Willie Dickerson Snohomish, WA

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coP recruitment toP Priority

By Don C. Brunell

Public safety agencies across America face the same problems as other employers – finding enough qualified workers. The difference is our safety is increasingly at risk.

Law enforcement leaders are working harder at recruitment, yet they are drawing fewer applicants. Big city departments are not alone. It is the same story in smaller communities such as Leesburg, Va., where the number of applicants dropped 90 percent over the past five years.

A decade ago, the Seattle Police Department had 3,000 applicants for 10 openings. Now, there are 1,000 applicants for 70 positions.

Being a cop is not for everyone. It is dangerous and stressful work. Men and women must be in good physical condition, cope with continual stress, have no criminal records, display good judgment and be willing to put their lives on the line.

Tragically, officers are killed, leaving family and friends behind.

For example, in Seaside, Ore., Jason Goodding, one of only three patrol sergeants, was gunned down by a wanted felon on Feb. 5. Sgt. Goodding was the 10th officer in the nation killed in 2016. Last year, there were 282 line-of-duty deaths.

Police recruiters say they are stymied by the job’s low pay, tarnished image, increasingly tougher standards for new recruits and limited job flexibility.

Small departments generally pay less than big city forces. According to the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), the median starting salary for a new officer is $39,000, but in smaller departments it is less than $32,000 a year.

Washington State has better pay and benefits. In Vancouver, a new officer on patrol makes $45,600, and when benefits are added, a rookie in Seattle earns total compensation of $70,000.

Portland has a police force of 950, but retirements and resignations have cut the number of officers faster than the bureau can recruit, hire and train new ones, Chief Larry O'Dea reports.

The bureau had 41 officer vacancies last December with 90 officers eligible to retire by April.

Portland’s shortage is having an impact on the community. It led to across-the-board denial of requests for law enforcement to support new events in the city this year. The first was a half marathon this spring, which required up to 80 officers.

Those events require police to work overtime, which is costly. Portland’s overtime budget last year was $6.9 million.

"Quite honestly it's not an overtime or money issue ... it's merely we don't have the people," Sgt. Pete Simpson told The Oregonian. "(Officers) are fatigued, they're burned out.�

More critically, understaffing has an impact on law enforcement’s ability to deal with massive rioting, van-

dalism and looting when it occurs.

In Ferguson, Mo., the shooting of Michael Brown sparked two weeks of civil unrest in 2014. The damage to merchants alone amounted to $4.6 million.

Then months later in Baltimore, Freddie Gray’s death led to another two weeks of protests and rioting. It finally ended with 20 police officers injured, at least 250 people arrested, 350 businesses damaged, 27 drugstores looted and 150 vehicles set on fire.

There are more than 900,000 law enforcement officers now serving in the United States, which is the highest figure ever. But as our population grows and the terrorist risks elevate, the number of cops we need to keep us safe is not keeping pace.

Police are under intense scrutiny today and criticism is more prevalent.

Even the addition of patrol cars and body cameras don’t always accurately show what happens during an arrest.

Any apprehension resulting in the loss of life is tragic.

It is important to remember that officers are required to make instantaneous life and death decisions. They deserve the benefit of doubt.

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.

StAte legiSlAture muSt PASS legAl finAnciAl obligAtionS reform

By Heather Lewis

The United States incarcerates more of our own people than anywhere else in the world. This country’s love of punishment tears families apart and forces people into inescapable cycles of poverty. Unfortunately, Pierce County is the center of this crisis in Washington. One in six convictions in Washington happen in Pierce County.

It is no coincidence that the county with the most people of color and highest rates of poverty in the state also has the most aggressive policing and sentencing practices.

When I was 17, my grandmother, my legal guardian, became terminally ill. I was sent to stay with my mother, but she was addicted to meth and could not really take care of me. One day, I was desperate and did not know how else to find toothpaste, deodorant and sanitary pads, so I stole from a Bartell’s down the street. I was caught and charged with theft. Jail was stressful and after release, I was penniless and very depressed. I started using drugs, the only coping mechanism I knew at the time, and soon found myself back in jail on a misdemeanor drug possession charge.

These arrests took place in 2003. At the time of sentencing, I was assigned $5,000 in Legal Financial Obligations (LFOs) for the cost of incarceration

and court fees. This is a common experience, as more than 114,000 people in Washington are currently saddled with LFO debt. With 12 percent interest rates, worse than many credit cards, my LFO debt has continued to grow. I now owe more than $10,000. That is more than my annual gross income.

Years ago, I completed probation and addiction treatment and worked hard to stay clean. I have now been drug free for six years. Unfortunately, while in treatment for addiction I contracted Hepatitis C and live with chronic illness and pain. Between my illness and my criminal record, I have been unable to find a job since my release from jail. As a result, I have been homeless on and off for the past five years.

I am a mother of three beautiful children: two are in elementary school and one is a 2-year-old baby girl. Even though it feels like I am in an impossible situation, I keep going for their sake. My oldest daughter dreams of becoming a doctor and I want her to have a shot at pursuing that dream. I am fighting to regain housing, financial stability and health but, when I think about how much LFO debt I have, I feel hopeless about expecting anything better for my children than the chaos of my own childhood.

I would pay off my LFO debt if I

could, but I can barely afford food, clothes, and medication for Hep C. My credit score tanked because I have been unable to make payments toward my LFO debt, which makes it even more difficult to find a landlord willing to rent to our family. Collection agencies call frequently, hounding me about my LFO debt. Each call brings back the fear that I will only ever be defined by the mistakes I made as a teenager.

Living in poverty my whole life, I’ve seen many of my friends and family arrested for similar nonviolent drug and poverty crimes. Tacoma residents, especially people of color and people in poverty, suffer enough from harsh policing and sentencing. We are already doing time behind bars, so we should not also be held in inescapable debt to the courts.

Legislators need to pass LFO reform to eliminate interest on LFOs, stop assigning non-restitution LFOs to people declared indigent, and create alternatives like community service for people who cannot pay. If this bill passes, it would give people like me a chance at becoming financially stable and raising children equipped with the health and education to escape poverty.

Heather Lewis is a member of Washington Community Action Network, a statewide grassroots organization with more than 40,000 members.

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IT'S JUST BUSINESS:

FOLLOW THROUGH AND REPUTATION

By William Manzanares william@tacomaweekly.com

In business, it’s all about communication and making things happen. It’s particularly important in entrepreneurship, when you’re putting yourself out there to promote your own unique business concept like sailing on uncharted oceans looking to find a place to weigh anchor. And in doing such self-promoting, you’re most likely dealing with people who have never met you before and don’t know anything about you.

Your slate is clean with them, so to speak, which presents a golden opportunity to cultivate for yourself a reputation that draws people to you.

How you do it – the manner in which you communicate – says a lot about not just your business but about you as a person, as this is one of those occasions when the line between business and personal is blurred. Why? Because in this case you aren’t dealing with inanimate objects like spreadsheets or inventory counts, but rather, you’re dealing with people, and that makes all the difference. They will

form an opinion of you, just as you will of them. Just as in life itself, there is one golden rule to remember where communicating in business is concerned, and that is: Do unto them as you would have them do unto you.

The way in which you communicate conveys a message about who you are as a businessperson and entrepreneur.

Communication and follow through touch on key things like trustworthiness, commitment, and respect for others, which in turn directly impact your reputation for better or worse depending on how you handle yourself. For example, if you are someone who is hard to get hold of, you may find that clients and customers just stop trying, and that adds up to losing sales and, more importantly, word spreading about your elusiveness such that new prospects may not even try to reach you due to the bad reputation you’ve built for yourself. On the other hand, if you are someone who makes it a point to be responsive, it sends the message that you make time for people and that in itself makes for a wonderful advertisement. It means you are serious about your business and that

you respect others whose time is just as valuable as yours.

And what about follow-through?

Are you the type of person who keeps promises, remembers appointments and shows up on time? There is perhaps nothing more frustrating in business than dealing with someone who doesn’t follow through and leaves you hanging. It impacts your clients or customers as well, since failing to follow through often has a chain-reaction effect on down the line. With so many different ways to communicate these days – phones, texting, instant messaging, social media platforms like Facebook – there are all kinds of options to make contact, even if it’s in the form of just a few words to say "hey I got your message and will reply soon."

This is where business etiquette comes in – knowing how to be responsive, maybe even sometimes persistent when you’re trying to reach someone, without overkill to where you’re really bugging them. Sometimes we need to put ourselves in the other person’s shoes and give them the benefit of the doubt if they don’t respond in a timely manner. Gauge how busy you think that person might be if they aren’t getting back to you right away. That’s what you would expect of them, after all, as all of us live our day-to-day lives where anything could come up and interrupt the flow of communication. Just rest assured knowing that you have done your follow through with them and that is the most important thing.

The bottom line is this: Those who don’t do the right follow through burn bridges. It’s your reputation that’s at stake. Do what you say you’re going to do and, in turn, you can expect this from others. Entrepreneurship is about more than building a business and form of income – it’s about building relationships between and among people, the very foundation of what we call success.

MICHAEL’S MARKETING MINUTE

By Michael Harris Have you ever gone frame shopping? You know, at one of those custom frame shops or a craft store? There is an infinite amount of different frames – simple, complex, hip, traditional. But why is a frame so important?

Isn't it the picture inside the frame that MICHAEL HARRIS matters? Frames certainly have a purpose, and when it comes to marketing, I think we can use the same idea. For example, if you're selling a used pair of pliers, maybe you want to frame the advertising with images of being tough and old school and getting your hands dirty. You wouldn't surround an ad for used pliers with images of luxury and trendiness – but you would, however, use those images if you were selling a new car.

I think it's a valuable exercise to think about the frame of marketing we put around our brands and products. It's all how you present something to your customers and how it makes them feel and the right frame can make all the difference!

Entrepreneur converts tobacco store into source for healthy living In 2005, local entrepreneur William Manzanares, a member of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians, opened North Point Smoke Shop at 6210 29th St. NE in Tacoma. For 10 years this business was dedicated to selling cigarettes and other tobacco products, but on March 1 the ribbon will be cut to officially re-open the store with a new purpose and new name – Tacoma Fresh.

Tacoma Fresh is a quick-serve, natural convenience store featuring ready-made meals, organic products, and fresh produce. This is one convenience store that won’t be selling pop, chips and candy. Instead, Tacoma Fresh is offering a revolutionary concept: a healthy grab-andgo food store to meet a glaring need in the marketplace for people with dietary restrictions or those who just want healthier food options for themselves and their family. “I envision a day when the words

‘fast food’ won’t mean ‘unhealthy,’ Manzanares said. “You can have healthy fast food and we are going to prove it. We believe in keeping things natural when it comes to food and health. I’m more passionate about this than anything I’ve ever done.�

Manzanares is a living example of how changing one’s eating habits does wonders for the body. Peaking in weight at around 240 pounds, he gradually dropped nearly 40 pounds

“I want to change the idea that you can’t eat healthy on the go,� he said.

At Tacoma Fresh, customers have a say in what they eat, as healthy eating starts with individual tastes and preferences. “We want to get to know you by name and get your meals planned out for you,� Manzanares said. “Come and talk to our staff, and if we don’t have it, I will make every effort to find it.�

Manzanares has also closed his North Point Bar and Grill in favor of establishing a business with a health conscious ethic, and if Taco– William Manzanares ma Fresh proves to be a hit, he will and continues to enjoy the taste convert the other smoke shops he and benefits of good nutrition that owns into healthy eating establishincludes truly organic and natural ments. He’s also looking to bring on foods. However, he discovered that board good people who believe in his choices are very limited for those, concept, and invites anyone interestlike him, who are busy and active ed to contact him at (253) 405-5625 and not very good at cooking their or william@tacomafresh.com. Also own meals. visit www.TacomaFresh.com.

ROSE THIELE

rose@tacomaweekly.com Rose Thiele is the bedrock of Pierce County Community Newspaper Group’s (PCCNG) advertising department both in longevity of employment and in sales numbers. Having started out as a novice ad sales representative, she quickly earned her way to sales manager. Today she oversees the company’s advertising staff and consistently brings in new advertisers. Clients love Rose’s personable nature and professionalism in everything she does. She enjoys getting out of the office to visit neighborhood business groups and fundraising events, always ready to talk about how PCCNG works to bring the community together. Give her a call today!

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“I want to change the idea that you can’t eat healthy on the go.�

MARLENE CARRILLO

marlene@tacomaweekly.com Marlene Carrillo has worked at the Pierce County Community Newspaper Group for almost two years and is the ad representative for Downtown Tacoma, the Stadium District, the Tacoma Mall, Northeast Tacoma, The Port of Tacoma and East Tacoma. Marlene loves the Tacoma communities for how connected they are, and how nonjudgmental the residents are. She shows this love by being very active in the community; this includes being a Rotary 8 member, a Paint Tacoma Team Leader, a board member of 6th Ave., and volunteering at Rock the Rim, Planting Seeds, Art on the Ave, and RNR community events. Marlene hopes the next generation can continue the close ties of the current community, as she actively tries to get the youth involved with programs she is a part of.

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LIBRARY WANTS YOUR THOUGHTS ABOUT FUTURE PLANS SURVEY OPTIONS Take the survey at future.pcls.us.

March 1, 5-7 p.m.

University Place Pierce County Library, 3609 Market Place W., Suite 100, 98466 (253) 548-3307 March 5, 1-3 p.m.

Gig Harbor Pierce County Library, 4424 Point Fosdick Drive N.W. 98335 (253) 548-3305 March 5, 1-3 p.m.

Tillicum Pierce County Library, 14916 Washington Ave. S.W., Lakewood 98498 (253) 548-3314 March 7, 4-6 p.m.

Buckley Pierce County Library, 123 S. River Ave. 98321 (253) 548-3310 or (360) 829-0300

Library, 3005 112th St. E., Tacoma 98446-2215 (253) 548-3300 March 15, 4-6 p.m.

Parkland/Spanaway Pierce County Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S., Tacoma 98444 (253) 548-3304 March 19, 1-3 p.m.

Milton/Edgewood Pierce County Library, 900 Meridian E., Suite 29, Milton 98354 (253) 548-3325 March 19, 1-3 p.m.

South Hill Pierce County Library, 15420 Meridian E. 98375 (253) 548-3303

March 7, 5-7 p.m.

Fife Pierce County Library, 6622 20th St. E. 98424 (253) 548-3323

March 21, 5-7 p.m.

Key Center Pierce County Library, 8905 KPN, Lakebay 98349 (253) 548-3309

March 8, 4-6 p.m.

DuPont Pierce County Library, 1540 Wilmington Drive 98327 (253) 548-3326

March 21, 4-6 p.m.

Orting Pierce County Library, 202 Washington Ave. S. 98360 (253) 548-3312

March 8, 5-7 p.m.

Graham Pierce County Library, 9202 224th St. E. 98338 (253) 548-3322

March 21, 4-6 p.m.

Steilacoom Pierce County Library, 2950 Steilacoom Blvd.

98388 (253) 548-3313

March 9, 3-5 p.m.

Sumner Pierce County Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. 98390 (253) 548-3306 March 12, 1-3 p.m.

Eatonville Pierce County Library, 205 Center St. W. 98328 (253) 548-3311 or (360) 832-6011 March 14, 6-8 p.m.

Administrative Center and

March 23, noon-2 p.m.

Anderson Island Pierce County Library, Anderson Island Community Club, 11319 Yoman Road 98303 (253) 548-3536 March 28, 4-6 p.m.

Bonney Lake Pierce County Library, 18501 90th St. E. 98391 (253) 548-3308

PHOTOS BY STEVE DUNKELBERGER

librAry. The University Place Library is the anchor tenant of the city’s development and serves as a community hub, with 31,417 regular customers.

By Steve Dunkelberger stevedunkel@tacomaweekly.com

The Pierce County Library System wants your thoughts about what you want from your libraries. Comments can be given through a short online survey or at any of the meetings in the works.

“We can’t predict the future, but we can be ready for whatever it brings,” said Georgia Lomax, the library’s executive director.

“We want to know what matters to people– what they enjoy, what complicates their lives, what’s important to them and how the library can be part of their world. Then we can match our services with their reality.”

Pierce County Library is creating a roadmap to guide the system through the years ahead, with a strategic plan under development for release this summer. But the first big step in that process is to simply ask customers

what they want from their public libraries.

A five-minute online survey focuses on residents’ lives–their challenges and joys– and their communities as a way to being out-of-the-box with potential new programs or procedures.

“We didn’t want to lead with the standard ‘what do you want from your library?’ question,” explained Lomax. “We want our residents to challenge our thinking. What do they need? What will make their lives better? There might be something very unlibrary-like that would make perfect sense for today’s modern library to do, along with tried and true library standards like good books and helpful staff.”

The library system is currently working from a strategic plan first drafted in 2005, and technology and demands have likely changed in just the last few years. Each branch has an annual review of its programs and services,

More information about the Pierce County Library System is available at piercecountylibrary.org

but this latest effort will look at the whole system as well as each branch individually.

Some branches, for example, are located in diverse communities that may require more multi-lingual programs, while others serve mostly older customers who might want basic computer skills classes, and yet other communities might serve customers who commute to work. That would lead to the idea that stocking shelves with audio books might be in order.

“We are always going to be a library,” Lomax said. “We are always going to be about books and learning.”

But the way and variety of those learning opportunities might differ between branches.

For more hands on discourse, libraries are hosting open houses to listen to customers and potential customers. The local meeting is set for 5 to 7 p.m. on March 1, at the University Place Pierce County Library, 3609 Market Place W.

The University Place branch has 31,417 regular customers who tally 50,635 checkedout items. The branch is 15,000 square feet and opened in 2011.

The system as a whole tallied 6.7 million checkouts last year, with more than a million items on its shelves and 480,951 downloadable materials. The system has 313,949 cardholders, 455 public computers and an operating annual budget of $29.7 million. The nationally acclaimed Pierce County Library System serves more than 575,000 people throughout the county with 20 branches and online services. The system is the fourth largest in the state and is funded primarily through property taxes.

The open houses will run through the spring and then be analyzed through the summer, so any new programs or changes could be presented in the fall as the district prepares for the 2017 budget.

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RAGS WeARAble ARt ShoW to top $1.5 million in totAl donAtionS foR YWCA in 2016 POPULAR EVENT CELEBRATES 22 YEARS OF SUPPORTING YWCA PIERCE COUNTY'S LIFESAVING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SERVICES

By Erica Cooley Special to Tacoma Weekly

The 22nd annual RAGS Wearable Art sale and gallery competition will take place March 10-13 at Larson Mercedes-Benz of Tacoma in Fife. For more than two decades now, the YWCA of Pierce County has been offering life saving domestic violence services to Tacomans through the funding of the annual RAGS gala.

Throughout the years, the gala has become a staple in providing nearly $1,402,000 for the YWCA Pierce County’s domestic violence services and plans to bring the 22nd year total to over $1.5 million with the 2016 event.

Each year, the proceeds of the RAGS gala help to support a variety of essential programs for the community in prevention of and protection against domestic violence for our citizens.

YWCA programs range from an emergency shelter program that provides secure and confidential housing to families who are fleeing immediate danger due to domestic violence and who would otherwise be homeless, to a free civil legal services program that helps survivors access protection orders and relief through the family court. YWCA Deputy Director Karin White states, “These programs are critical to helping survivors heal, as well as helping break the cycle of violence from one generation to the next. This comprehensive array of programming served over 14,672 people in the last fiscal year, of which about 6,121 was through in-person services and another

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Association in 2011 by Angela and Patrick Taylor, whose nephew passed away from SCA at the age of 14. PSHP was created with the mission to educate, create awareness, and eliminate preventable deaths from SCA in children and adults.

Educating the public on this non-symptomatic heart condition is one of the most important focal points of PSHP. McBride states about the severity of SCA, “Earlier that afternoon, Kiki had a sports physical, and they said you [Kiki] are healthy as a horse, so go play sports. But she had a congenital heart defect that possibly a low cost EKG would have signaled and further testing would have needed to be done, and she wouldn’t have gone out on the court

8,551 was through hotline calls.”

While being a meaningful fundraiser for a needed cause in Tacoma, the RAGS gala is a unique way to celebrate local artists here in the Pacific Northwest, as well.

The event is a boutique style wearable art show featuring creative clothing, fashion accessories and unusual jewelry from more than 70 locally, regionally, and nationally acclaimed artists. A third of each RAGS artist’s sales benefit the YWCA’s domestic violence prevention and intervention programs. Some of the artists whose work will be featured at the gala and the sale are Karen Gelbard, The Oregon Weaver, who offers woven jackets, vests and accessories; Meredith Arsenau of Poulsbo, creator of laminated cotton bags; and Elisa Saucy of Oregon, who calls her sterling silver jewelry “affirmative adornment,” to name a few of the artists participating.

The blend of art, fashion, shopping and fundraising is what makes RAGS significant to its many loyal supporters according to Susan Boynton, RAGS chair. “RAGS draws on passions that run deep among shoppers, artists and volunteers,” says Boynton. Whether you are a returning supporter or a first timer, attending the 22nd annual RAGS gala is the perfect way to show your community support in an event that blends art and creativity with support and care for the wellbeing of our community members.

The RAGS show is open to the public at no charge at Larson Mercedes-Benz of Tacoma,

1701 Alexander Ave., just off Interstate 5 in Fife. Show hours are Friday and Saturday, March 11 and 12, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, March 13, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The weekend begins with a ticketed gala preview event on Thursday, March 10. RAGS Marketing Chair Margaret Ross states, “While our guests who attend the gala have the first look at the wonderful array of wearable art in the form of clothing, jewelry and accessories, there

will be a full array of merchandise for shoppers during the regular sale and show Friday through Sunday.”

The gala ticket price is $70 and tickets may be purchased online. Also available for purchase at the website are RAGS gift certificates in any denomination. For more information about the 22nd annual RAGS Wearable Art Show and to purchase tickets, visit RAGSWearableArt.org.

that day.”

Those affected by SCA, like McBride, cannot stress enough the importance of the fact that SCA shows no symptoms until it hits. While being completely non-symptomatic, SCA is non-discriminatory of age, gender or circumstance of physical activity when it occurs. According to the American Heart Association’s 2014 report, more than 1,000 people suffer non-traumatic cardiac arrest outside hospitals, including 26 children each day in the U.S. Overall survival rates are approximately 10 percent, and among youth only five percent. A focus on the fatality of SCA among youth is undeniably important to PSHP. Over the past nearly five years, PSHP has dedicated its time to educating the community on this fatal heart condition and providing automated external defibrillators (AEDs) within the Tacoma School District. Joined by the

Tacoma Fire Department, PSHP started the Heart of Tacoma Schools Project, a three phase endeavor to provide AEDs for all Tacoma high schools, middle schools and elementary schools.

AEDs are a life saving devise that, if brought to the victim of SCA within three minutes, could save his or her life. With SCA, time is a major factor in survival rates. Every minute that passes after SCA, the victim’s survival rate decreases by 10 percent. Of the 18 members of the PSHP, four are personal survivors of SCA. Each one’s story of circumstance varies from swimming in a triathlon to standing on the 11th hole of Highland golf course, but their survival is directly connected to immediate performance of CPR and defibrillation by an AED within minutes of entering SCA. In the spring and summer of 2014, the PSHP was able to purchase and have

installed 31 AEDs in all of the Tacoma high schools. The second phase of the Heart of Tacoma Schools Project was completed in December 2015 when 17 AEDs were donated and installed at Tacoma middle schools. The final phase of this endeavor is the purchase of 36 AEDs for the Tacoma elementary schools, which PSHP continues to fundraise for in 2016. Eventually, PSHP hopes that through grants and fundraising, like their 13 week bowling raffle currently going on, they will be able to purchase and donate AEDs for all Pierce County schools.

All AEDs donated by PSHP are within a three minute reach of sporting facilities within the school, meaning lives will be saved and the PSHP’s goal of educating and properly equipping our education facilities here in the city is being met.

For more information on SCA and PSHP visit www.psheartproject.org.

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RAGS TO RICHES. The RAGS Wearable Art Show features jewelry, clothing and more, all hand made by local artists.

Tacoma Reads Station Eleven A novel by Emily St. John Mandel

Station Eleven is Emily St. John Mandel’s acclaimed novel about life after a viral flu pandemic wipes out 90% of the world’s population. The book is Mayor Marilyn Strickland’s selection for Tacoma Reads 2016, the city’s community-wide reading program.

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Join us for these special community events!

All events are free and open to the public. Some workshops require registration in advance which can be made at the Tacoma Public Library’s event calendar at www.tacomalibrary.org or by telephoning the library at 253.292.2001.

Event schedule March 2 – March 16, 2016 IT CAN’T HAPPEN HERE (OR, CAN IT?)

discuss the lessons we have learned from Star Trek and how can we apply them to our lives even in the bleakest of situations?

A fast-spreading infectious disease wipes out 90% of the world’s population in Emily St. John Mandel’s Station Eleven. How likely is that to ever happen? Should we be afraid?

POETRY/MUSIC

Wednesday, March 2, 7 PM - Olympic Room, Main Branch

ZENTANGLE WORKSHOPS

Saturday, March 5, 10:30 AM - Olympic Room, Main Branch (Registration required) Saturday, March 5, 2 PM - Wheelock Branch (Registration required)

Tuesday, March 8, 6 PM - Kobetich Branch (Registration required)

Saturday, March 12, 10:30 AM - South Tacoma Branch (Registration required) Saturday, March 12, 10:30 AM - Swasey Branch (Registration required)

Zentangles are miniature pieces of unplanned, abstract, black and white art from an ensemble of simple, structured patterns called tangles. In this free workshop, you will learn basic Zentangle elements and how you can use them to create something special.

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EXPERIENCE ART THROUGH ABSTRACT EXPRESSION WITH PAINT

Saturdays, March 5 - April 2,10 AM - Moore Branch (Please call Moore Branch at 253-341-4848 to register)

Over 50+ craft beers including washington brewers!

Local artist Pamela Nugent teaches a free fiveweek abstract expression painting series to run on five consecutive Saturdays: March 5 through April 2 at 10:00 AM. Class size is limited and registration is required.

BOOK TALK & SIGNING: RISING UP FROM TACOMA’S TWENTY-ONE DISASTERS AND DEFEATS Saturday, March 5, 2 PM - Moore Branch

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Saturday, March 12, 10:30 AM - Kobetich Branch Join local author and history buff Deb Freedman for an afternoon of Tacoma history and Jeopardy! The program will conclude with a rousing audience-participation game of Tacoma History Jeopardy. Book sale and signing available after the event.

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GASPERETTI’S

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Thanks to big retailers, specialty kitchen shops have become rare in the modern market, but Diana Gasperetti is keeping the tradition alive and well with Gasperetti’s located at 2805 Bridgeport Way. Long time residents of University Place may recognize the name, as Gasperetti and her husband ran the shop through the 90’s before shutting down. But after retirement, they found that they missed the feel of running a business, so the South Sound’s premier kitchen shop has returned, offering tools and ingredients for everything classic in Italian cooking.

“We’ve been through Freighthouse square, Lakewood and 6th Avenue,” Gasperetti said. “We decided in our retirement years that we wanted to re-open it, so here we are. We opened on Oct. 1 and the community response has been really good.

They’ve been happy because there’s no kitchen shops left. We not only carry the kitchen tools but ingredients as well.”

These aren’t just any ingredients. The shop offers raw materials that would be difficult to find in a chain store for high end

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Italian cooking. Gasperetti’s gets their wares from Italian vendors that specialize in high-end goods. If they don’t have what you’re looking for, Diana is always willing to put in a special order.

“Where I fill in the gap is, [chain stores] have wonderful food products, but they don’t carry a lot of the products I do. I’m bringing in some of those products that are missing on the market. I tend to focus on the Italian PHOTO BY DEREK SHUCK because it’s the best prod- frIENdLy. Gasperetti’s is designed with a friendly atmosphere in mind. It’s like walking into uct out there,” Gasperetti the pantry of your favorite family chef. said.

Gasperetti’s is also a young people, I encourage them to learn.” peretti’s is it provides all the tools to turn place to stop by if you want to just chat The Gasperetti family has been a part you into the cook you want to be. From the or learn more about cooking, as Diana’s of the south sound for more than 100 years. actual kitchen utensils to the ingredients to plethora of experience allows her to guide Diana’s grandfather was a renowned cook wisdom from Diana herself, patrons will new cooks into high-end cooking. more than 50 years ago, and patrons at leave Gasperetti’s armed with everything “This is our forte and I have a passion Gasperetti’s still have fond memories of they need to cook a true Italian fare. for it, and I can tell them how to cook; and him. The store feels more like a home than Gasperetti’s is open Tuesday through if they don’t want to cook I can entice them a store, reminiscent of Mom’s secret cookThursday from noon to 7 p.m. For more into it anyway,” Gasperetti said. “Especially ing stash, and the not so secret fact of Gasinformation, call (253) 460-2764.

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What happened to the couple that arrived with one dog? Katie and Chad got involved.

A speech pathologist, Katie volunteered at the Tacoma-Pierce County Humane Society and became a board member for Northwest Spay and Neuter Clinic. Chad, a telecommunications project manager, became the president of the board for the Humane Society.

Both walked the walk.

“We had lots of foster cats and dogs over the years. Some of them wound up staying, which I guess means we failed,” Chad said.

“When the housing crash hit, a lot of people moved out of the neighborhood. Only a handful of homes were owner-occupied, so cats had plenty of places to hang out and raise kittens.”

The Osvogs borrowed traps and went to work.

“At first, it was intimidating. Feral cats do not like being in a trap,” Katie said. “It got easier. One time we were trying to catch four kittens – and all four wound up together in the same trap.”

Once captured, the cats were taken to the spay and neuter clinic.

“Our regular fee is $35 for a male cat, $55 for a female,” Executive Director Melanie Manista-Rushworth said. “For community cats, the fee is $10.”

Community cats?

“They used to be known as ‘feral,’” Manista-Rushworth said. “Today, we know some are simply cats who left home and love living

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outdoors.”

Unless spayed or neutered, cats could take over the world. One mating pair, for instance, can create a family tree of 2,201 cats in three years.

Cats the Osvogs take in for surgery get first-rate care afterward in the family basement.

“We set it up for post-op,” Chad said.

“They usually stay in wire cages for one or two days, then we release them.”

Some wander off. Neighbors often leave food out for one or two cats they particularly like.

And any cat that stays can forget life in the alley or vacant lot.

Twice a day, Katie, Chad or both fill eight plastic bowls with dry cat food, a bit of wet food and supplements suggested by their vet.

The bowls go on the front lawn, the steps or that covered porch.

Most cats keep their distance.

“There are two or three who, over time, let us love on them a little,” Katie said.

On cold nights, that porch looks like a kitty M.A.S.H. unit. Three igloos with blankets or straw, three or four cat beds and a couple of heat lamps serve cats all night.

“There’s no sleeping in here,” Chad said, laughing. “When they think it’s time to eat, the cats start meowing outside our bedroom window.”

Over the years, the cast of cat characters has changed as new captures come or go. No cat has ever come into the house.

“We have a cat or two that’s stood on the threshold if we leave the door ajar while we’re getting food,” Katie said. “They’ll look in and see Sasha or Grimy or Atticus and turn right around.”

Those would be the three dogs that usually can be found lounging in the living room. Each

was rescued from the Humane Society. Each has challenges.

“Grimy can’t hear, so he doesn’t realize how loud he howls when he’s hungry or excited or feels ignored,” Katie said. “Sasha is a Great Dane mix, and she can take over the couch by herself.”

Atticus is a daddy’s boy. If Chad is home, there must be a dog blanket for Atticus alongside him.

All this love doesn’t come without a price.

The Osvogs figure food and medicine for their three dogs runs about $150 a month. Dry food for the cats comes from a Humane Society food bank, but wet food and supplements run another $50 or so.

And that doesn’t cover the bedding, cages, traps and assorted cat items they need.

“After coming close to being bitten or scratched a few times, I went to a welding shop down the street and bought a pair of welding gloves,” Chad said. “I’ll wear one and Katie will wear the other when we're getting cats out of cages or traps.”

A handful of neighbors have helped over the years, and on the next block a mother and daughter have begun following the Osvog example.

Can it make a difference? The development director of the Humane Society said yes.

“Our approach used to be, ‘euthanize them – they'll never be socialized,’” Marguerite Richmond said. “But that didn’t solve the problem of too many cats. “If you don't euthanize, and put those spayed cats back in the community, new cats won't come into the area. Neither will the litters of kittens that would have to be dealt with.”

Local Restaurants RESTAURANT SPOTLIGHT: CHARLES AND TERRY GOURMET CHINESE

By Derek Shuck derek@tacomaweekly.com

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niversity Place residents looking for the perfect blend of Chinese food for an American palate can check out Charles and Terry Gourmet Chinese, a brand new restaurant located at 1905 Bridgeport Way. The restaurant’s bright and cheery venue is perfect for the type of food Charles and Terry’s provides.

“We want to shoot for something different, something modern. Our design is not something I would say is old, but definitely brighter, a more modern kind of look,” owner Brandon Lee said.

Lee started the restaurant with his brother, Jason, with the idea of bringing quick service gourmet Chinese food to the area. The name of the restaurant comes from Jason’s children.

“Our definition of gourmet is we make everything from scratch. We order raw materials, prep them, cut them,

and bread them. We cut fresh vegetables and we make our own sauce. None of it comes processed, and none of it comes in a bag we slice open and dump in a jar. It’s all very raw materials that we use,” Lee said.

Charles and Terry’s matches this gourmet experience with short wait times. Their focus is on takeout, and allowing buyers to get in and out as quickly as possible without sacrificing the quality of the food.

“We’re not a fancy dine in, and we’re not a fast food place. We’re somewhere right in the middle, what people call quick service,” Lee said.

Items at the restaurant include classic meals like General Tso’s chicken and Mongolian beef. Charles and Terry’s is all about customization, letting the customer trade out sides like brown rice for white rice to create the meal you want.

Though the business has only been around a few months, Lee has seen the support the people of University Place have given the restaurant, and has faith the venture will be successful.

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pollution sheens, to the occasional crime scene. Just last month, Bay Patrol Director Tarin Todd responded to a call about a body floating in the water off Vashon Island. The body was that of a 40-something-year-old Asian woman. She remains unidentified.

But most of the patrols are routine.

“You don’t find a lot,” Tarin said. “So that’s good. I like those times when I don’t find anything.”

Tarin and his volunteers conduct more than 100 patrols each year, randomly picking different times and different days around the clock to log more than 1,800 miles on the waterway. The only full-time patrols on Puget Sound are funded through a collection of sources including contracts with the City of Tacoma's Environmental Services Division, the Port of Tacoma, the Washington State Department of Ecology and private foundation grants.

“There is this collaborative piece that we are all working together to keep the

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waterway clean,” Tarin said. “It’s the mentality that we are all in this together. They live here and I live here.”

That togetherness includes the businesses that might unknowingly have tainted stormwater running off their properties after a heavy rain or a random car part floating away from the scrap yard after barges of pancaked, junked cars from Canada flow to the waterway several times a month to be offloaded and recycled.

“You find car bumpers a lot of times,” Tarin said.

Increasingly, patrols educate recreational boaters who paddle their way around the working waterfront about keeping their distance around the shipping terminals and not using soap to clean their boats since runoff pollutes the water.

“We are a lot better off than we were,” Tarin said. “That’s for sure. We still have a long way to go, but we are a lot better off than we were.”

To report a vessel of concern or possible pollution on the water, contact CHB at (253) 383-2429 or the Bay Patrol directly at (253) 255-3895.

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the presentation. “We obviously have not."

Commissioners agreed.

“I have always been committed to informed decision making,” Commissioner Don Meyer said. “We are not informed right now. We do not have the facts. We have to slow this process down and get more facts.”

The pause was announced two days later. While NWIW develops those facts and conducts outreach to address community concerns, efforts to gather opposition to the plan will continue, organizers say.

The City of Tacoma is the official lead agency on the now-paused environmental review. An environmental review addresses potential impacts on everything from transportation, fire, health and safety that will then be used by an alphabet soup of local, state and federal agencies during their permitting processes. Those permits include a City of Tacoma Shoreline Substantial Development Permit, Department of Ecology Water Quality Certification, the Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Hydraulic Project Approval, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' permits and a Notice of Construction air contaminant permit from Puget Sound Clean Air Agency. The federal permits involve a review of waterway operations by the U.S. Coast Guard as well. The city was just ending its scoping process to determine what specifically a study should address. A 17-page draft roster of the topics was released earlier this month.

Now with the formal pause, the city has cancelled the third public comment meeting that was slated for earlier this week and is now developing a new timeline for when, or if, NWIW kickstarts the process again.

“During the period of suspension, city staff responsible for the environmental review will put their activity on hold,” the city announced. “To the extent that staff continues to receive comments, they will be placed in the file.”

If NWIW restarts the process, city staff could either trigger a new 45-day scoping period or call for a 30-day scoping review that carries over previous comments as applicable. But regardless of the route, the City Council will remain silent on the issue.

“The City Council, as the city’s legislative body and in accordance with the City Code and Charter, does not participate in the environmental review process regardless of timing,” the city stated. “In order to maintain regulatory neutrality, the City Council does not comment on pending environmental review.”

The pause will now allow the company to develop more details about the proposed plant and talk with members of the

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community about their concerns, the environmental and safety procedures that would be in place as well as explore further innovations to increase efficiencies and lower impacts.

“We remain committed to Tacoma, and will restart the process after assessing the results of our engagement with the community,” said Godley.

Northwest Innovation Works is proposing the construction of what would be the world’s largest methanol plant on land it leases from the Port of Tacoma. The plant would convert up to 20,000 metric tons of liquefied natural gas piped into the facility each day into methanol, a wood alcohol, that would then be shipped to China and made into olefins, which is a key component of plastics and electrical components. The project would bring 1,000 construction jobs while the facility is being built and about 260 jobs when it is operational. The facility could be in full operation by 2021. The Tacoma plant would be one of three plants being proposed in the Pacific Northwest. The other two are being planned for the Port of Kalama and the Port of St. Helens.

NWIW is a joint venture partly backed by the Chinese government and British Petroleum. The size of the planned plant doubled in size – from two lines to four – after Chinese President Xi Jinping visited the city last year. If all are built, the three facilities would make 14.4 million metric tons of methanol each year, more than double the combined 6.5 million tons currently produced at all of the other facili-

ties around the nation.

Much of the opposition against the proposal centers on environmental concerns regarding the plants demands for water and power. The facility would use 10.4 million gallons of water each day, a 28 percent reduction of water use from first estimates of 14.4 million gallons a day. The drop would come from the reuse of water to cool the plant during the conversion process. The plant would also use up to 450 megawatts of power, which is about the electrical use of 320,000 homes. It would almost double the power managed

by Tacoma Public Utilities and require the public utility to buy power on the open market for resale to the facility, which worries some people about higher power bills.

The Tacoma plant would be located in the industrially zoned tideflats, which is already home to other petrochemical facilities, a planned liquefied natural gas plant, railroad tracks, shipping terminals and residential neighborhoods in Browns Point and Fife. The tideflats is also in the lahar zone and on an earthquake fault line as well.

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lincoln lady abes Take disTricT crown in sTyle 14 Tacoma-area Teams advance To regionals

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Ramos shows off an incredible vertical jump in the spotlight, following his game winning goal against the San Diego Sockers. (middle) Tacoma head coach Darren Sawatzky puts together a plan of attack during a timeout. (bottom) Players and fans alike were in a state of euphoria following the heart-stopping, last second theatrics in the 8-7 Tacoma victory.

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hroughout the Lincoln Lady Abes’ undefeated run through the final season of the historic Narrows League, nobody could find an answer for their relentless defensive attack. Not the Curtis Vikings, a 4A playoff team who they held to 33 points.

Not the Auburn Mountainview Lions, another regional qualifier, who they held to 19 points in a district quarterfinal matchup. Not even the Lady Rams, their crosstown rivals who also qualified for the regional round, were able to gain significant traction, picking up their only two league losses against the Abes.

The undefeated Auburn Riverside Ravens proved to be no exception in the West Central District championship game on Saturday, Feb. 20 at Puyallup High School, as the Lady Abes rolled to impressive 50-33 victory over the 3A SPSL’s best team.

Led by Narrows League Defensive Player of the Year sophomore Kondalia Montgomery (sister of WNBA player and former Lincoln standout Alex Montgomery), Lincoln’s defense held opponents to 34.5 points per game on the season, and kept teams in the teens on four separate occasions. “When we defend, we’re pretty tough to beat.” said Lincoln head coach Jamila Jones (who won Narrows League Coach of the Year).

Montgomery, who Jones described as “the pulse of our team,” drew a tough matchup in South Puget Sound League 3A MVP McKenzi Williams, a junior point guard leading the Ravens in scoring at 16.7 points per game. “A matchup for the ages” Jones called it; and one Montgomery embraced. “We’re a defensive team,” said Jones, “and number 12 [Montgomery] is the motor to that. She takes things personal. She always wants to guard the other team’s best player.”

Lincoln’s offense is anchored by senior Tamia

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onward! (top) Lincoln sophomore guard Nashontae

Frazier lets one fly in the lane. (mid-left) Lincoln freshman guard Faith Brantley (1) sizes up Auburn Riverside point guard McKenzi Williams. The Abe defense held the 3A SPSL MVP to just seven points in the title game. (midright) Senior Tamia Braggs (33) and junior (20) Morticia Mc'Call nullified the Ravens' usual height advantage inside.

Every playoff spot in the Major Arena Soccer League has been decided going into the final weekend of the regular season, save one.

With one game left, the Tacoma Stars find themselves holding the keys to the final Pacific Division playoff berth, and all they have to do is win their final game against the Ontario Fury on Friday night, Feb. 26 at the ShoWare Center in Kent.

It all sounds so simple, doesn’t it?

Tacoma put themselves in this optimum situation by pulling out the last second wins of last second wins Saturday, Feb. 20 against the dreaded San Diego Sockers. After giving up a 7-4 fourth quarter lead, the Stars faced the prospects of heading into overtime with a team that had gained all the momentum, deadlocked at 7-7.

As the 3,668 fans cheered, hoped and prayed for a ray of sunlight, it was lightning that struck in the waning moments of the match. San Diego’s Eddie Velez was called for a two-footed

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SPORTSWATCH

TACOMA’S HOT TICKETS FEB. 25 – MARCH 6

THURSDAY, FEB. 25 – BASKETBALL Women – Whitman vs. UPS Puget Sound Fieldhouse – 7 p.m.

THURSDAY, FEB. 25 – BASKETBALL Men – UPS vs. Whitworth – NWC Semis Whitworth College – 7 p.m.

THURSDAY, FEB. 25 – BASKETBALL PHOTO COURTESY METRO PARKS

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4A NARROWS BOYS’ ALL-LEAGUE BASKETBALL TEAM MVP : Malachi Flynn, Bellarmine Prep, Guard, sr.; Defensive Player of the Year: Austin Curry, Timberline, sr.; Coach of the Year: Bernie Salazar, Bellarmine Prep.

First Team: Joey Bodoia, Bellarmine Prep, Guard, jr.; Eric Wattree, South Kitsap, Guard, sr.; Christian Davis, Yelm, Guard, sr.; Erik Stevenson, Timberline, so.; Hunter Sipe, Olympia, Forward, jr.

Second Team: Christian Moore, Bellarmine Prep, Forward, jr.; Jarryn Bush, Timberline, Forward, sr.; Sam Gagliardi, Gig Harbor, Guard, sr.; Michael Toglia, Gig Harbor, Forward, sr.; Liam Murphy, Olympia, Guard, sr.; Honorable Mention: Isaac Wojtanowicz, Guard, sr.

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3A NARROWS BOYS’ ALL-LEAGUE BASKETBALL TEAM MVP: David Jenkins, jr., Wilson, Guard, sr.; Defensive Player of the Year: Dionte Simon, Lincoln, Guard, sr.; Coach of the Year: Aubrey Shelton, Lincoln.

First Team: Trevion Brown, Lincoln, Guard, sr.; Roberto Gittens, Foss, Forward, jr.; Emmitt Matthews Jr., Wilson, Forward, so.; Wes Reynolds, North Thurston, Forward, sr.; RJ Secrest, Central Kitsap, Guard, jr.; Second Team: Donald Scott, Foss, Forward, jr.; Trevante Anderson, Lincoln, Guard, so.; Montre BrownLogton, Wilson, Guard, sr.; Travis Miller, Capital, Guard, sr.; Zach Sibley, North Thurston, Guard, sr.

Honorable Mention: Demetrius Crosby, Foss, Guard, so.; Daeshawn Wayne, Foss, Guard, fr.; Destin HicksArmstrong, Mt. Tahoma, Guard, jr.; Anthony Stokes, Wilson, Guard, jr.; Dionte Simon, Lincoln, Guard, sr.; Brandon Cotton, Lincoln, Guard, sr.; Willie Thomas, Lincoln, Forward, sr.

4A NARROWS GIRLS ALL-LEAGUE BASKETBALL TEAM MVP: Shalyse Smith, Bellarmine Prep, Forward, so.; Defensive Player of the Year: Jayana Ervin, Bellarmine Prep, Guard, sr.; Coach of the year: Jackie Robinson, Olympia.

First Team: McKenzie Alton, Bellarmine Prep, Guard, sr.; Jayana Ervin, Bellarmine Prep, Guard, sr.; Sara Bowen, Timberline, Forward, sr.; Maddie Willett, Gig Harbor, Forward, so.

Second Team: Vanessa Higgins, Stadium, Forward, jr.; Moriah Luthy, Olympia, Guard, sr.; Libby Borgonia, South Kitsap, Guard, sr.; Sydney Bertholf, Gig Harbor, Forward, sr.; Keshara Romain, Timberline, Forward, so.

Honorable Mention: Jenny Hagle, Bellarmine Prep, Guard, so.; Reyelle Frazier, Bellarmine Prep, Guard, fr.; Ruby Gellner, Stadium, Guard, jr.

3A NARROWS GIRLS’ ALL-LEAGUE BASKETBALL TEAM MVP: Tamia Braggs, Lincoln, Forward, sr.; and Kiki Knox, Wilson, Forward, sr.; Defensive Player of the Year: Kondalia Montgomery, Lincoln, Guard, so.; Coach of the Year: Jamila Jones, Lincoln.

First Team: Josie Matz, Wilson, Guard, sr.; Morticia Mc’Call, Lincoln, Forward, jr.; Erica Hamlin, Wilson, Forward, sr.; Starr Rodenhurst, Central Kitsap, Guard, sr.; Brooklyn Harn, North Thurston, Guard, fr.

Second Team: Timber Ware, Shelton, Guard, fr.; Olivia Jackowich, Capital, Forward, sr.; Katie Thorsen, Central Kitsap, Forward, sr.; Vanessa Davies, Central Kitsap, Guard, so.; Paige Johnson, Shelton, forward, jr.

Honorable Mention: Faith Brantly, Lincoln, Guard, fr.; Victoria Mukisa, Lincoln, Forward, sr.; Aamira Turner, Lincoln, Guard, sr.; Davenna Anderson, Foss, Guard, so.; Leah Brooks, Mt. Tahoma, Guard, sr.; Alaundra Alford, Wilson, Guard, sr.

MARCUS TRUFANT AND TACOMA STARS TO HELP OPEN NEW SERA CAMPUS FIELD In a demonstration of its versatility, Metro Parks Tacoma’s newest athletic field will host soccer and football activities on its first day, including fun with former Seattle Seahawk Marcus Trufant and professional soccer players from the Tacoma Stars. Everyone is invited to join the party at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 5, when Metro Parks officially opens its $3.4 million Multipurpose Field on the South End Recreation and Adventure (SERA) campus.

Tacoma’s own, Trufant, a former Wilson High School and Washington State University star, is the founder of the Northwest Cougars, an organization aimed at improving

the community through athletics and outreach.

“I’m excited to be a part of the grand opening of the SERA field at the STAR Center,” said Trufant. “Our mission with the Northwest Cougars youth athletics program is to use athletics as a vehicle to develop relationships with the youth and parents in our community. To accomplish this mission, facilities that are local and available are a must. This is why the SERA field is such a big win for the youth in the Tacoma area.”

The grand opening festivities will also feature appearances by Tacoma Stars midfielder Raphael Cox, forward Derek Johnson, and goalkeeper Danny Waltman. All three players grew up in the Tacoma area. Park Board President Erik Hanberg and Commissioner Aaron Pointer will open the field during a short ceremony. Pointer, who has called Tacoma home since 1972, began a professional baseball career in the 1960s with the Houston Colt .45’s organization and later enjoyed a 17-year career as an NFL referee.

After the ceremony, the field will be split in half for football and soccer demonstrations and drills, with the Stars leading the soccer side. Free miniature footballs and soccer balls will be distributed along with 200 free STAR Center water bottles. Refreshments will be available inside the nearby STAR Center. STAR Center’s Treetops Playgrounds will be open to the public for free from noon to 6 p.m. (parents must be in this indoor playground with their children; for more information, see www.metroparkstacoma.org/treetops.

The multipurpose field is east of the Boys and Girls Clubs’ Topping Hope Center, south of the SERA baseball fields and north of STAR Center and the SERA play area and sprayground. Already, Metro Parks is accepting requests for use of the new field. To schedule your game, call Roy Fletcher at 253-305-1025.

Commerce, the state Recreation and Conservation Office and the Greater Metro Parks Foundation.

Private donations came from the Baker Foundation, the Ben B. Cheney Foundation, the Dimmer Family Foundation, the D.V. and Ida McEachern Charitable Trust, Metro Parks Tacoma employees, the Names Family Foundation, the Norcliffe Foundation and Totem Ocean Trailer Express.

Raphael Cox - The 29-year-old midfielder graduated from Stadium High School and then played for Highline Community College and the University of Washington before being drafted by MLS Real Salt Lake. He won the MLS cup with Salt Lake in his first professional season and has played for the Tampa Bay Rowdies and Atlanta Silverbacks in the North American Soccer League. He’s now playing for the Charlotte Independence in the United Soccer League. His brother, Jamael, also plays for Tacoma.

Derek Johnson - The 23-year-old striker attended Franklin Pierce High School, where he earned SPSL 3A MVP honors. At Pacific Lutheran University, he was twice named to the First-Team All-Northwest Conference team. Johnson has played professionally for the Sounders U-23 team, South Sound FC, and IFK Stockyard/Rorviks IF in Sweden. He is currently the Youth Development Director for Franklin Pierce Soccer Club.

Danny Waltman - The 34-year-old goalkeeper attended Bellarmine Preparatory Academy and played for the University of Washington from 1999 to 2002. He earned AllPac-10 second team and Pac-10 second team All-Academic honors his senior year at UW. Before joining the Stars, Waltman played five seasons with the Missouri Comets of the Major Indoor Soccer League. He also has played with the Chicago Storm of the MISL, the Detroit Ignition (200609) and Rockford Rampage (2009-10). Waltman led the Comets to the 2014 MISL championship and back-to-back MISL semifinal berths in 2011 and 2012.

GET BACK ON THE COURSE WITH A GREAT LEAP-DAY GOLF OUTING With an extra calendar day this year, there’s plenty of time to perfect your backswing.

On Monday, Feb. 29, Lakewood’s Oakbrook Golf Club and The Classic Golf Club in Spanaway will kick off the golf season with a Leap Day offering. For a special rate of $29, guests can play a round at the course and enjoy access to the driving range and a cart.

These courses are great for a golfer getaway. The Classic Golf Club offers a quintessential Northwest golf experience with natural ponds and towering fir trees, and golfers at Oakbrook will enjoy the firm, smooth greens encompassed by hundreds of oak trees. Both clubs offer public tee times throughout the day and dining options onsite.

SOUTH SOUND FC WOMEN ANNOUNCE TRYOUTS FOR INAUGURAL NWPL SEASON South Sound FC announces a competitive amateur women’s team to complement their men’s program.

If you want a chance to play with, and compete against, some of the best amateur women across the state, the opportunity has arrived.

Register now and come try out on March 12, 26, and 27* (*if necessary).

The South Sound Women will compete as a founding member in the inaugural season of the Northwest Premier League (NWPL). With teams across the state, the NWPL looks to build on the success of its brother-league, the EPLWA. The SSFC Women will provide high-level youth, as well as college players, another avenue of development and an additional opportunity to showcase themselves and women beyond college will now have a chance to continue their playing experience.

Trial fees are $30 ($25 for early registration) and include both open tryout sessions on March 12 and March 26, a callback session on March 27* (*if necessary), and a trials t-shirt. We look forward to meeting you and the other talent from our region, and hope to make 2016 a successful year.

Go to http://2016ssfcnwpltrials.eventzilla.net for registration or email craig.ssfc@gmail.com for more information.

Men – PLU vs. Whitman – NWC Semis Whitman College – 7 p.m.

FRIDAY, FEB. 26 – BASKETBALL Girls – Rainier Beach vs. Lincoln Rogers HS – 6 p.m.

FRIDAY, FEB. 26 – BASKETBALL Girls – Bellarmine vs. Skyview Battle Ground HS – 6 p.m.

FRIDAY, FEB. 26 – INDOOR SOCCER Ontario Fury vs. Tacoma Stars ShoWare Center, Kent – 7:35 p.m.

FRIDAY, FEB. 26 – BASKETBALL Boys – Bellarmine vs. Union Battle Ground HS – 8 p.m.

FRIDAY, FEB. 26 – BASKETBALL Boys – Rainier Beach vs. Aub. Mtn. Rogers HS – 8 p.m.

FRIDAY, FEB. 26 – BASKETBALL Girls – Curtis vs. Bothell Bellevue College – 8 p.m.

FRIDAY, FEB. 26 – BASKETBALL Girls – Charles Wright vs. Lynden Chr. Mt. Vernon HS – 8 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEB. 27 – BASKETBALL Boys – Napavine vs. Life Christian Mt. Tahoma HS – 10 a.m.

SATURDAY, FEB. 27 – BASKETBALL Girls – Selkirk vs. Evergreen Lutheran Mt. Tahoma HS – 2 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEB. 27 – BASKETBALL Women – Highline vs. TCC Tacoma Community College – 2 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEB. 27 – BASKETBALL Men – Highline vs. TCC Tacoma Community College – 4 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEB. 27 – BASKETBALL Boys – Lincoln vs. Kamiakin Sunnyside HS – 4 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEB. 27 – BASKETBALL Girls – Shorecrest vs. Franklin Pierce Puyallup HS – 4 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEB. 27 – BASKETBALL Boys – Cleveland vs. Peninsula Mt. Tahoma HS – 4 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEB. 27 – BASKETBALL Girls – Mt. Rainier Lutheran vs. Republic Mt. Spokane HS – 4 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEB. 27 – ROLLER DERBY JBLM Bettie Brigade vs. Cog Blockers Rollin’ 253 Skate Center – 6 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEB. 27 – BASKETBALL Girls – Wilson vs. Bellevue Bellevue College – 6 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEB. 27 – BASKETBALL Boys – Wilson vs. Garfield Bellevue College – 8 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEB. 27 – BASKETBALL Boys – Kamiak vs. Curtis Rogers HS – 8 p.m.

THURSDAY, MARCH 3 – BASKETBALL Boys & Girls – 3A/4A Hardwood Classic Tacoma Dome – 9 a.m.

FRIDAY, MARCH 4 – BASKETBALL Boys & Girls – 3A/4A Hardwood Classic Tacoma Dome – 9 a.m.

SATURDAY, MARCH 5 – BASKETBALL Boys 4A Championship Tacoma Dome – 3 p.m.

SATURDAY, MARCH 5 – BASKETBALL Girls 4A Championship Tacoma Dome – 5 p.m.

SATURDAY, MARCH 5 – BASKETBALL Boys 3A Championship Tacoma Dome – 7 p.m.

SATURDAY, MARCH 5 – BASKETBALL Girls 3A Championship Tacoma Dome – 9 p.m.

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‘ThE LOvE SmACk’

Feb. 20 roller derby ‘love Smack’ determineS teamS For dockyard derby dameS’ SeaSon 10 championShip bout

By D. R. Davison dave@tacomaweekly.com

PHOTOS BY TRAVIS TIGNER

DERBY ACTION. (top) On Feb. 20, the Marauding Mollys

met the Trampires to see who will face off against the Femme Fianna for Dockyard Derby Dames’ chamionship bout in May. After lead flip-flopped a dozen times the reigning champion Mollys were brought down. (lower two pictures) In the first bout of the night, DYDD’s Femme Fianna met the Throttle Rockets of Seattle’s Rat City Roller Girls league. The bout turned out to be a lopsided contest as the Rockets dominated the Fianna.

Dockyard Derby Dames meet again April 2 at Pierce College, Stelicoom’s gymnasium.

A festive atmosphere reigned as the Women’s Flat Track Derby Associated Dockyard Derby Dames (Tacoma’s roller derby league) came together for “The Love Smack” on Feb. 20. Featuring four teams contesting in two bouts, “The Love Smack” marked a milestone as the DYDD’s 10th season rolls toward its zenith, the May 14 league championship bout.

Leading up to derby time, food and merchandise vendors plied their trade as families and groups of fans filtered into the stands of Pierce College, Steilacoom’s spacious gymnasium. Folks settled into place with popcorn, donuts, hotdogs and trays of things smothered in molten cheese. At team tables, skaters were selling T-shirts, totes, buttons and stickers. The beer garden, or “party pier,” was abuzz with spectators thirsty for the local brews. The Point Defiance Pirates, along with team mascots and insignia of bats, skulls and shamrocks, made a vivid visual backdrop as the skaters of the flat track went through their drills and warm-up routines. They seemed as natural and nimble on eight wheels as most of us are on two feet.

In the first bout, DYDD’s Irish-themed Femme Fianna squared up against the Throttle Rockets from Seattle’s Rat City Roller Girls. The bout turned out to be a show of domination by the Throttle Rockets who took a big lead early in the bout and never looked back. The feisty gladiators of the Gaelic squad, however, did not go down without a fight. Femme Fianna put up a resistance all the way to the bitter end.

At only six minutes into the bout, the Throttle Rockets commanded a 46 to 7 lead. This grew to an insurmountable 106 to 13 lead midway through the first period. Just before the end of the first period, Rocket jammer Evergreen Jean (who was named the Rockets’ MVP jammer of the game) went on a 20-point rampage. After an opening struggle against the Fianna’s Slainbow Brite, Evergreen Jean broke free of the pack to take lead jammer position and swept around the track to work her way through formations of blockers.

Utilizing a backward, spinning move, Evergreen Jean again forged through, collecting points as she went.

When Fianna jammer Slainbow Brite was relegated to the penalty box, Evergreen Jean took advantage of the power jam and raked in the points.

The second period of the bout brought more of the same. Adding insult to injury, there was an officiating controversy in the seventh jam of the period. The Fianna’s wily jammer Paulie Pocket Knife was scoring

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In the end, the Throttle Rockets racked up a whopping 267 points to the Femme Fianna’s 118. The result cannot be good for the Fianna’s confidence despite that they have already clinched a spot in the May 14 championship bout.

The second bout of the night was essentially a playoff to determine who will meet the Femme Fianna for the season 10 championship. The Trampires met the Marauding Mollys in an evenly matched contest.

The Trampires drew first blood. From there, however, the lead went back and forth through the first period and into the second. There were a dozen lead changes and twice the score was tied. The Mollys would have spectacular moments like Booty Trapp’s bagging of 15 points during a power jam in the ninth jam of the first period. In the very next jam, the Trampires’ Acid Hole answered by harvesting 14 points for her bloodthirsty crew.

The 10th jam of the second period proved pivotal to the outcome of the bout. The Trampires Boioioing hit the track in a power jam situation with two of the Mollys relegated to the penalty box. Boioioing proceeded to go on a tear, weaving her way around the track and breaking things wide open with a 34–0 jam, the highest scoring jam of the night. If the track were a pinball machine, every light would have been flashing like mad.

The Mollys fought valiantly but were never able to overcome the setback of the 10th jam. Near the end of the bout, the crowd came to its feet when Mollys' jammer Anita Hit Sum One went on the warpath in a power jam. Although she chalked up 18 points, it was not enough to bridge the gap and time ran out on the pirates in purple. The final tally was 215 to 191 in favor of the Trampires.

The May 14 championship bout will therefore pit the 5-time champion Trampires against the Femme Fianna. In the interim there will be a Travel Team event at DYDD home track on April 2. For further information on Dockyard Derby Dames visit www. dockyardderbydames.com.

In additional derby news, Joint Base Lewis McChord’s Bettie Brigade is hosting the COG Blockers of the Bellingham Roller Betties Feb. 27 at Rollin’ 253.

For a brief primer on the rules of roller derby visit Tacomaweekly.com.

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t Basketball From page A10 Braggs, who was selected Narrows League Co-MVP along with Wilson’s Kiara Knox.

Braggs’ 6’2� frame and smooth low post moves provide an imposing presence on both ends of the court. She will attend Santa Clara University this fall.

Lincoln raced out to 20-6 lead ending the first quarter on a 14-2 run behind First Team All Narrows League 3A junior Morticia Mc’Call’s seven points. Her aggressiveness on both ends of the court, along with freshman Faith Brantley’s two three-pointers, provided a spark for the sixth-ranked Abes. True to their defense-minded identity, Lincoln was able to prevent the Ravens from getting any open shots, holding Auburn Riverside, ranked fifth in the state to only one made field goal in the quarter.

With 3:59 remaining in the first half, Auburn Riverside’s McKenzi Williams headed to the bench with her third personal foul. Despite Williams playing only two minutes in the second quarter, the Ravens put together their best stretch of play, outscoring Lincoln 12-6, cutting the deficit to 26-18 on the strength of junior Olivia Denton’s six points. The lone second quarter highlight for the Abes came in the form of a buzzer beating layup by Nashontae Frazier.

Lincoln began the second half on a tear, ripping off a 13-0 run to extend the lead to 21 points, with Braggs and Mc’Call contributing six points apiece. With 3:31 remaining in the third quarter Riverside’s McKenzi Williams appeared to suffer a leg injury, and though she stayed in the game, the SPSL MVP was clearly limited for the remainder of the contest. The Ravens’ First Team All-League center, junior Faith Turner, did all she could for Auburn Riverside, scoring eight points in the quarter. However, Turner would be held scoreless in the fourth quarter, picking up her fourth and fifth fouls in a 20 second period and fouled out with just 10 points and finished as the only Raven in double digits.

Mc’Call led Lincoln with 15 points, followed closely by Braggs’ 14. Faith Brantley added nine, all on three-pointers. Olivia Denton finished the game with nine points, and McKenzi Williams was held to seven. “It feels great,� Mc’Call said. “I’ve never been in the position to win a district title before. My coach really wanted it. Our seniors have been working since the first year. I’m really happy. Coach is always saying that no one really wants to face the

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slide tackle with just 21 seconds remaining in the match, and found himself in the penalty box, helpless as he saw his teammates go a man down for the final ticks of the clock.

Following a timeout to set up a final attack on the San Diego goal, the Stars were unable to get off a clean shot on San Diego goalkeeper Chris Toth, and the ball was cleared downfield by the Sockers’ defense.

Before the ball had reached the third line, rookie sensation Mike Ramos retrieved the ball and bolted back up field toward the right side of the San Diego goal.

As Ramos got within striking distance, the tall midfielder gave a slight shift in his hips that looked as though he was about to uncork a blast at the goal. The move put San Diego’s Evan McNeley in a shotblocking position, and subsequently, took the Everett native out of the play. Ramos toed the ball one more time to his right, giving himself enough clearance to fire off a shot from an angle that left the tightest of windows. When Ramos crushed the ball from an extreme angle near the sideboards, time had nearly expired on the scoreboard. As the ball screamed past a stunned Toth and careened off the far post and into the net, the clock read :01.9 seconds and it was sheer pandemonium throughout the ShoWare Center.

The win not only lifted the spirits of

Lincoln D. We all play defense. We get up and we attack and we don’t stop until we hear the whistle.�

As the top-seed from the 3A WCD, Lincoln (23-1) will take on Rainier Beach (17-6) in the regional round at Rogers High School on Friday, Sept. 16 at 6 p.m. The Wilson Lady Rams finished as the fourth seed and will face the second-ranked and undefeated Bellevue Wolverines (25-0) on Saturday, Feb. 27 at Bellevue College at 6 p.m.

Also hitting the road will be the Bellarmine Prep Lady Lions, who finished third in the 4A district tournament. Bellarmine will face seventh-ranked Skyview (18-4) Friday, Feb. 26 at Battle Ground High School at 6 p.m. The Curtis Viking girls will also face a tough road trip as they face the third-ranked Bothell Cougars (22-1) Feb. 26 at Bellevue College at 8 p.m.

Four other Tacoma-area girls’ teams have also advanced to the regional round. Franklin Pierce (18-6) capped a strong 2A district showing with a second-place seed to regionals. The Cardinals will host Shorecrest (14-10) on Feb. 27 at Puyallup High School at 4 p.m. In the 1A girls’ field, the Charles Wright Terriers claimed a second-seed out of districts, but were hit hard in the regional draw and will have to hit the road to face top-ranked Lynden Christian (21-2) on Feb. 26 at Mt. Vernon High School at 8 p.m. Two 1B girls’ teams have also advanced. Sixthranked Evergreen Lutheran (19-2) will host Selkirk (17-7) on Feb. 27 at Mt. Tahoma High School at 2 p.m. Mt. Rainier Lutheran will head east as they face fourth-ranked Republic (22-1) on Feb. 27 at Mt. Spokane High School at 4 p.m.

For the second time in February, Curtis pushes Federal Way to the edge In a rematch of the highly contested South Puget Sound League title game back on Feb. 4, the second ranked Curtis Vikings once again gave the undefeated Federal Way Eagles all they could handle on Saturday, Feb. 20 in front of a packed house at Puyallup High School. The Vikings would look to snap the defending state champions’ 38-game winning streak in this West Central District championship game. Curtis, who themselves went undefeated in SPSL South divisional play, suffered their only losses of the season in the aforementioned matchup with top-ranked Federal Way and against California powerhouse Roosevelt.

Curtis senior Aushanti Potts-Woods and Federal Way senior Jalen McDaniels combined to make this game not only a battle of the Stars and their fans, but it also lifted Tacoma’s records to 12-7 and kept them on pace for a shot at the post-season. Apparently there’s something to be said about that old saying “save the best for last.�

Tacoma started the match looking sharp and in control of the flow. Midfielder Vince McCluskey got the scoring started just over four minutes in with a solo shot that he toed out from under the gloves of Toth just a few feet in front of the goal.

Just over seven minutes later, Ramos took a feed from forward Dan Antoniuk and blasted a shot just inside the upper right corner of the goal and Tacoma took a 2-0 lead to end the first quarter.

San Diego got into the act quickly in the second quarter as defenseman Enrique Tovar found the back of the net off a pass from midfielder Chiky Luna with just 28 seconds off of the clock and the score was 2-1 Tacoma. The Stars would answer with a goal by striker Derek Johnson off a skip pass in front of the goal from midfielder Adam West and the score was 3-1 Tacoma midway through the second quarter. The Sockers would get another goal off a solo shot by forward Nick Perera to make it 3-2 Stars with just over four minutes left in the stanza. Less than a minute later, West would get into the act himself and sent a solo blast past Toth and the Stars took a 4-2 lead into the locker rooms.

Tacoma would add two more goals by veteran Steve Mohn to begin the third quarter and the Tacoma lead had grown to 6-2. San Diego would put two more

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the SPSL South and SPSL Northwest champions, but also a battle of the Most Valuable Players, McDaniels having won the SPSL Northwest MVP and Potts-Woods the SPSL South MVP. The Eagles possessed a significant size advantage, with their average starter standing 6’4�, and Curtis’ tallest starter, junior John Moore, standing 6’3� (the average Curtis starter stood 6’1�), though most of this advantage can be attributed to 6’10� San Diego State commit Jalen McDaniels.

Federal Way’s rebounding proved crucial in propelling them to a 20-8 lead at the end of the quarter, with many of their points coming on second chance opportunities provided by offensive rebounds. McDaniels got off to a hot start for the Eagles, single-handedly matching the Viking’s first quarter score of eight. Dominating on both sides of the ball in the first quarter, Federal Way made nine field goals to only three for Curtis.

The resilient Vikings began clawing back in the second quarter, outscoring the Eagles 20-16, cutting the deficit to 36-28 at halftime behind a strong effort from Potts-Woods, who scored 10 in the quarter (15 in the half). Federal Way’s athleticism and length actually hurt them at times, as they were called for multiple goaltending violations.

Of note was the distinct lack of fouls in the first half; only five were called, and Curtis was not whistled for a foul until Nathan Ward fouled Federal Way’s Di’Jimon Jones’ attempt with 1:16 remaining in the half.

Despite contact from Ward, Jones was still able to drain the three, and knocked down his free throw to complete the four-point play.

Looking for a spark off the bench, Vikings head coach Tim Kelly inserted sophomore Zack Paulsen, who answered with an immediate steal. Curtis would pull to within four points with three minutes remaining in the third quarter before the Eagles made another push, ending the quarter on a high note, with junior Malcolm Cola connecting on a two point jumper as the buzzer sounded, pushing the score to 54-43.

Led by Potts-Woods, Curtis’ comeback was in full force in the fourth quarter, helped out by a technical foul against Federal Way senior Christian Jones, who was protesting a foul call against Jones that sent senior Glen Jordan to the line for the Viks. Jordan made one of his two attempts, cutting the deficit to six as Potts-Woods stepped to the line to shoot the technical foul shots. Potts-Woods, who shot seven of seven from the line on the game, made both, making it a three-point game with 2:53 to play.

Curtis was able to further cut their deficit to two behind their strong free throw shooting (16 of 19 on the game and eight of nine in the quarter), and had their chance with 23 seconds remaining on the clock and down by two. Despite relying on Potts-Woods for the majority of the game, the Vikings didn’t get the ball into his hands until there were six seconds remaining. He was forced to settle for a highly contested fade-away jumper, which missed the mark. McDaniels corralled the rebound and was fouled with 0.5 seconds left in the contest. He made the front end of his one-and-one, but missed the second free throw, which was rebounded by John Moore, whose desperation heave fell well short and the Vikings fell 65-62.

Potts-Woods scored a game-high 29, while teammate Glen Jordan contributed 13, with Moore added nine. McDaniels led Federal Way (25-0) in scoring with 26 (including two highlight reel dunks), and Christian Jones chipped in 11.

The Curtis boys (23-3) advance to the 4A regional round as the second seed out of the district field and will play Kamiak (17-6) Saturday, Feb. 17 at Rogers High School in Puyallup. Tip-off is set for 8 p.m.

Sometimes a decent seed doesn’t equate to a favorable draw in the regionals. Bellarmine (20-4) finished third in the 4A district tournament and must hit the road to face fourthranked Union (21-2) on Feb. 26 at Battle Ground High School at 8 p.m. Don’t be surprised to see a state semifinal matchup between Curtis and Bellarmine on Friday, March 4 at the Tacoma Dome.

The 3A Narrows champion Lincoln Abes slipped once in the district tournament, but bounced back to take the fifth seed to regionals. The sixth-ranked Abes (21-4) will travel east to face Kamiakin (18-6) on Feb. 27 at Sunnyside High School at 4 p.m.

The Wilson Rams (18-6) finished sixth out of the district tournament and drew a road game against the top-ranked Garfield Bulldogs (23-2). The two teams will meet Feb. 27 at Bellevue College at 8 p.m.

The fourth-ranked Life Christian Eagles look to continue their exceptional season with a hometown 2B regional matchup against Napavine (18-8) on Feb. 27 at Mt. Tahoma High School at 10 a.m. Life Christian followed up their 2B Pacific League title with a 2B Southwest district title and are a serious contender to win the state 2B championship in Spokane. Rounding out the Tacoma-area boys’ regional teams is 1B Evergreen Lutheran (19-5), who will face Taholah (14-9) Feb. 27 at W.F. West High School at 8 p.m.

goals on the board within 40 seconds of each other late in the third quarter off of goals my Perera and Raymundo Reza to tighten the score at 6-4 Tacoma to end the period.

The Stars seemed to gain a little more daylight with a goal from defenseman Cory Keitz less than two minutes into the final period. Tacoma now led 7-4 and the crowd at the ShoWare Center could smell a victory.

It was an odor that wouldn’t hang around for long as the Sockers put together a three-goal run. Goals by Tovar, Jeff Hughes, and the final equalizer goal by Luna with 3:16 remaining in the game knotted the score at 7-7 and the nervous energy throughout the building was palpable until Ramos’ last second blast

ended the game and breathed new life into Tacoma’s post-season dreams.

The Stars will wear special “Tacoma Skyline� uniforms for their final match and each kit will be available for bidding in a silent auction at the game. All the proceeds will go toward the cancer fight of local fan Kamrey Russ. In addition, the first 500 fans through the gates will receive a special Tacoma Stars knitted cap.

Tacoma hosts Ontario at the ShoWare Center Friday, Feb. 26 at 7:35 p.m.

Playoff dates have yet to be released, but should the Stars defeat the Fury, it looks as though Tacoma could face the San Diego Sockers on Wednesday, March 2 at the ShoWare Center. That will not be confirmed until after the match however.

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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.”

In the following pages, you’ll read more about what a valuable community partner the Puyallup Tribe of Indians is to the region and the state.

PUYALLUP TRIBE BRINGS GOOD THINGS TO LIFE Helping the local economy thrive through renovations and new construction, jobs, opportunities for recreation and attracting business leaders to the South Sound Ever since the Puyallup Tribe established its Emerald Queen Casinos in Fife and Tacoma, the Tribe has generously shared the resulting financial success of these two stable, long-term businesses. Working to improve the quality of life for the people who live and work in the cities that exist within the Tribe’s reservation boundaries, in this 21st century the Tribe remains steadfast in its commitment to sharing the income generated from the EQC and related restaurant, retail and hotel facilities which, in turn, means good things for the people who live and do business in the South Sound. In 2014, the Tribe announced new ventures that will benefit not just tribal members but people from all walks of life, as the Tribe strives to build the local economy and help maintain a good standard of living for communities.

EQC BALLROOM AND CONFERENCE CENTER In 2014, the Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino in Fife opened the doors to a brand new Ballroom and Conference Center available for rental to

Renovated into an attractive and spacious multi-functional facility, the Center is perfect for all kinds of occasions.

the public. Located just across the casino parking lot, the former EQC business building was given a makeover inside and out that must be seen to be fully appreciated.

Renovated into an attractive and spacious multi-functional facility, the Center is perfect for all kinds of occasions, from wedding receptions, Seahawks viewing parties and family reunions, to confer- Considerable thought went into the design of the Center in order to make it as user-friendly as possible for a ences and conven- wealth of customer needs. tions, retirement parties, office parties and much more.

Considerable thought went into the design of the center in order to make it as user-friendly as possible for a wealth of customer needs. The full Ballroom and Conference Center works great for larger functions, and moveable walls divide these areas into three different floor plans available individually or together. The center also offers a portable stage and dance floor and features a state-ofthe-art audio/video system, with 15-foot roll-down video screens that can televise everything from sports games to PowerPoint presentations.

Everything needed for a memorable event is included in the rental price – from water and soda, coffee and tea, to the linens, china, glassware and silverware. All food is prepared in the EQC’s award winning kitchens, so clients can rest assured that there will be delicious, fresh choices to please everyone on the guest list.

CHANGES TO EQC-TACOMA Since 2004, the majority of operations at the Emerald Queen Casino in Tacoma have been housed in a tent structure. The tent has functioned well over the years, but from the beginning it was intended to be temporary. Now the time has come for the tent to be removed and the casino renovated into a nicer, permanent facility which will not only attract new patrons and tourist dollars to the South Sound; it will ensure that this popular casino continues to offer plenty of fullbenefit jobs to Natives and non-Natives alike.

The newly renovated EQC will offer more room for gaming and attract new patrons and tourist dollars to the South Sound.

Construction is now underway and will include a new parking garage, plenty of surface parking and beautification amenities, like a fountain water feature to create excitement and activity as patrons enter the property. New roads will also be built to allow for easy access to the casino and the Tribe is working closely with the Washington State Department of Transportation in getting the exits off the freeway correctly into the property to allow for smooth entry and exit.

For more information about the Puyallup Tribe of Indians, visit www.puyallup-tribe.com.

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PHOTOS BY TIM JOHNSTON

AN AMERICAN FAMILY. (left photo) Willy Loman (Joseph Grant) and Linda Loman (Kathi Aleman) share an embrace. (right photo) (l to r) Happy Loman (Gabe Hacker), Willy and Biff Loman (Tim Samland) live out a pleasant memory during the course of Lakewood Playhouse's production of the Arthur Miller classic "Death of a Salesman."

LAKEWOOD PLAYHOUSE’S 'DEATH OF A SALESMAN' PACKS A WALLOP “The unexamined life is not worth living.” – Socrates

By Dave R. Davison

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rthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman” is widely acknowledged as one of the greatest American plays of the 20th century. It is therefore surprising that it has never been produced at the Lakewood Playhouse during the entirety of that beloved institution’s 77-year history – until now. For the first time, Lakewood Playhouse brings the Miller classic to the stage, marvelously directed by James Venturini. The result is a powerful drama that lives up to its reputation. Lakewood Playhouse has assembled a cast and crew that delivers a theatrical experience that evokes a healthy dose of self-reflection.

The play is a psychological examination of Willy Loman (Joseph Grant), a traveling salesman with an inflated self-image and a tenacious faith in the American dream. Willy has invested the whole meaning of his existence in having his eldest son, Biff (Tim Samland) becoming a larger and more successful version of himself. Biff, however, is an untethered wanderer, working on farms and ranches out west. Biff ’s return to the family’s humble Brooklyn home is the catalyst that brings the family’s unresolved issues to a head.

At 60 years of age, Willy is becoming exhausted by his traveling sales job and is beginning to experience ever more powerful delusions, revisiting episodes in the past.

Biff decides to stay in town and try to be what Willy has always wanted him to be. Also home are Linda (Kathi Aleman), Willy’s loving and long-suffering wife, and Happy (Gabe Hacker), the couple’s younger son who has a small time job in a store and uses deceit as a tool to pick up women.

The whole play is a rich tapestry into which are woven a cluster of themes that work at various levels. On the surface it is a convoluted family drama of flawed people

caught in a slow burning tragedy. At its heart, “Salesman” is an exposé of the dark side of the consumerist version of the American dream. Willy is so locked into the dream that he becomes increasingly unable to see clearly or measure the true worth of people and things. He has an oversized belief in his own abilities as a salesman and is unable to see that his true gift is in working with his hands and growing plants. He should be out there with Biff working on a farm, but he is too wed to a commonly perceived hierarchy that places white-collar labor over that of blue-collar. The audience can see Willy’s plight as clearly as it sees that there is no way that Willy can extricate himself from it. Therein lies the tragedy.

Across the board, the cast is fantastic. The actors inhabit their characters so well that they are able to lead their audience deep into the abyss so that it can participate in the monumental downfall of an ordinary man. Grant, a seasoned actor, says a great deal with the simplest of gestures. In the opening scene, he arrives at his slumbering little house and sets down his suitcases and then flexes his fingers showing that he is growing old and stiff and that his burden is heavy.

Aleman does a wonderful job in her portrayal of Willy’s wife Linda, perhaps the most complex character.

Linda has a foot in both worlds. She is well aware of the reality of Willy’s hardship and of a household barely able to keep from drowning in debt. Yet she can also see into Willy’s world and accepts his image of himself as the conquering salesman. She can delight in seeing her sons shaving together and then castigate them as “animals” for their disregard of their father.

Samland is agile in his portrayal of Biff. The role requires him to portray both the arrogant, entitled golden boy that appears in Willy’s flashbacks and the conflicted, thirty-something man-boy still trapped between his father’s expectations and his own desire to be authentic and live closer to the land.

Hacker, as Happy, plays the younger son, who is an incarnation of Willy’s lower self (as Biff is his higher self), seeming to feel no qualms over using lies and deceit. These are merely tools that he can use to fulfill his desires for women and extra cash. He is well on his way to becoming a petty con man.

Martin Goldsmith is beguiling as Charlie, a good man who is one of the redeeming characters in the story.

Charlie’s son Bernard is played by high schooler Charlie Stevens, a young talent that is now in his third consecutive main stage production at the Lakewood Playhouse.

Kudos also go to Dave Hall for his portrayal of Willy’s much older brother Ben, the man who got rich quick from a diamond mine in Africa. His refrain, “when I was seventeen I went into the jungle…” Seems to model Willy’s notion that wealth comes mysteriously, as if from a black box.

The supporting cast, Shelleigh-Mairi Ferguson, Eric Cuestas-Thompson, Jackie-Lyn Villava-Cua, Curtis Beech, Vivian Bettoni and Kira Zink all help to make the playhouse’s “Salesman” an intense experience. The rest of the crew handled sets, costumes, sound and lighting so well that the characters are firmly anchored in their world and the audience is drawn in with them.

“Salesman” turns out to be quite durable as a work of art. If anything, “Salesman” is even more relevant in today’s American plutocracy than it was during the prosperous post-war years in which it first appeared (1949-50).

In the end, Willy’s greatest sales job was in selling himself on the unreal version of himself. He’d so convinced himself of his own greatness that he is unequipped to cope with intrusions of reality. The final scene is a kind of Greek chorus in which Willy is summed up. Charlie sums up the essence of the salesman as he who is “way out there in the blue, riding on a smile and a shoeshine.”

Counter to this, Biff asserts that Willy “never knew himself.” Happy retreats, to persist as a shadow-version of Willy.

When the lights finally went down, the audience sat in stunned silence. Then came thunderous applause. You realize that there’s a little bit of Willy in all of us, as we all sell ourselves on self-images that diverge from authenticity. There is a bleakness that comes with this realization.

Then you exit the theater into the fresh air outside. Like Biff, we emerge from it all feeling free, ready for a new beginning.

“Death of a Salesman” runs through March 13. For further information visit www.lakewoodplayhouse.org or call (253) 588-0042.

THE THINGS WE LIKE ONE GRAND THEFT LIGHTNING

Mythological monsters and the gods of Mount Olympus seem to be walking straight out of the pages of Percy Jackson’s Greek mythology textbook in this hour-long family show, adapted from the book “The Lightning Thief” by Rick Riordan and presented by Broadway Center. Worst of all for Percy, Zeus’s master lightning bolt has been stolen and he is the prime suspect. Show time is 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 28, at Broadway Center’s Pantages Theater. Tickets are still available, with prices ranging from $12 to $29; www. broadwaycenter.org.

TWO BRUISER BABES The JBLM Bettie Brigade Roller Derby League presents the Bettie Brigade vs. the Cog Blockers in a brutal battle for flat track supremacy on Saturday, Feb. 27. The bout will kick off at 6 p.m. at Rollin’ 253, located at 2101 Mildred St., W., in Tacoma.

The event will also feature raffle drawings and a beer garden for fans who are old enough to partake. Admission is $15 at the door, free for kids 8 and younger. Info: www. bettiebrigade.com.

THREE LEAP WITH LEMURS We get an extra day this month, Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium is celebrating the leap year with lemurs. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 28 and 29, zoo patrons can watch these furry, long-tailed primates receive special enrichment treats, an important part of animal care. Zookeepers will provide

activities that challenge the animals, offering physical and mental exercise.

Enrichments improve an animal’s quality of life by creating a more stimulating environment and encouraging species-typical behaviors, which is good for their physical and mental health. Learn more at www.pdza.org.

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Everyone is welcome at this family-friendly event, which will start at 10 a.m. on the TCC campus. Admission is $25 for a race packet and T-shirt. Learn more at www. tacomacc.edu.

FIVE WESTERN FEST This free event will feature leather working demonstrations showcasing the functional art of cowboy culture, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 28, at Tacoma Art Museum. Also, test your skill at Faro, a traditional cowboy card game, meet cowboy artist Fred Oldfield, see drums painted by Coast Salish artist Joe Seymore and make art inspired by the historic and modern west. Learn more at www.tacomaartmuseum.org.

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WEEKLY REWIND

The week that was in local music

Photos by Bill Bungard

(Clockwise from top left) Last weekend, Iron Dragon's Ray Ray Rockitt gave his gear a taste test at The Swiss Tavern; Tommy Castro unveiled tunes from his new album, “Method to My Madness,” at Jazzbones; in South Tacoma, Helm rocked all-ages venue; and local tribute artists Randy Hansen channeled Jimi Hendrix at Jazzbones.

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Visit with lively local legend Fred Oldfield, who will paint while sharing stories about his life as an artist and cowboy in the Yakima Valley. Fred established the Western Heritage and Art Center in Puyallup.

Visitors can try their hand at the card game Faro. This game was more popular than poker in the old west, played in almost every gambling hall from 1825 to 1915.

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ENDANGERED. Jason Sobottka's "21st Century Oxpecker" is a unique

take on the spice trade. The powdered horn of the rhinoceros is a contemporary example of a spice whose pursuit has negative consequences.

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The Galley at Tacoma Community College recently opened its annual themed exhibit. Past themes include Greek mythology, social justice, found photos and pop art, and this year’s theme is “Sugar and Spice.� The call to art asked artists to explore the history of the sugar and spice trades. It mentions colonialism, the slave trade, post colonialism and the food industry. So led, a number of artists submitted works for the show. Hosting a group show that is hinged on a specific theme is a good idea and has been popular for a good number of years now. A theme brings a sense of unity to a show of work by a diverse group of artists. The show then becomes a multifaceted examination of the theme.

It might have been interesting to have stated the theme and to have left it at that.

By calling attention to the slave trade and Caribbean sugar plantations, the call to art becomes a little too specific. Almost half of the artists zeroed in on the issue of slavery, depicting the commodity of sugar as something more bitter than sweet.

The most eloquent of the anti-slavery art is Marit Berg’s untitled mini installation. A pile of starkly white sugar is piled onto a black dish. These are in a glass box. On the wall is a framed parchment printed with a few numerical facts on the slave trade. Four million slaves worked the sugar plantations and four million grains of sugar are in the black bowl.

Jimmy McDonough’s ceramic shackle and chain is a nicely understated commentary on the topic. Steve Bibber’s stark photos of stone slave quarters on a Caribbean island give a glimpse into a lost world. Bill Colby’s “Spice Route: Fortune,� a watercolor and collage composition, brings to mind W.M. Turner’s “The Slave Ship� with chained figures under the water. A little sculpture by Harley and Jeanette Otis has figures made of white sugar, which hold coins, ascending a staircase composed of bodies made of brown sugar. The work maps out the whole of the slave/sugar complex in one concise construction.

Another avenue of approach to the topic of sugar deals with the physiological effects of having sugar so prevalent in our diet and the effects that has on the biology of the body. Michael Huffman’s trio of colorful and lively pictures, done with felt tip on rectangles of drywall, show cartoon characters consuming sugar, cocaine and cocoa, perhaps a commentary on addiction. Catherine Swanson’s warmly glow-

ing painting of an off-kilter birthday cake points out the ubiquity of sugar in the American diet. Ceramic artist Lavonne Holvik surrounds a statuette of a lumpy bather with packs of candy and sugar skulls to make a statement about the role of sugar in problems with weight gain.

Brian R. Hughes has several sculptures involving gelatinous baby dolls or doll heads that make a social commentary on our sugar rich culinary habits.

Other artists used sugar and spices as subject matter explored via particular artistic styles. Kyle Dillehay arranges still lifes with spices and shoots images on glass by an antiquated photography technique. Alice Di Certo uses spices like nutmeg, anise and sticks of Mexican cinnamon to make jewelry. She points out that spices in the past have been as precious as gems. John T. Smith’s “Sex and Chocolate� blends pop and surrealist styles in a scene in which a slim, feminine figure in a red dress enters a shop with a purse on her arm. The figure’s head is a chocolate candy.

A masterpiece of the show is Diana Fairbanks’ “Take What You Like,� an intimate, oil still life of chocolates on a dish shown from above. The artist notes that gift chocolates are a frequent symbol of courtship. The chocolates on the dish become symbols for potential mates that a suitor can choose from. You never quite know what you’ll get until a bite is taken.

Some of the chocolates are in pristine condition. Some have had a nibble and been put back. A lurid cherry is perched over to one side.

Another bold work is Sarah Waldo’s “Sugar and Spice,� a brilliant painting of her two lab puppies on a couch. “My two labs were different in many ways,� writes the artist, “but everything is nice.�

The ever-brilliant Jason Sobottka (who is slated to have a one man show at the gallery in November) has his own unique take on the theme. Sobottka depicts a rhinoceros with an artificial horn and a machine gun mounted on its back. Above is a pair of yellow, military drones dropping googly eyes that are glued to the canvas. The title, “21st Century Oxpecker,� is a reference to the little birds that eat insects from the bodies of rhinoceros.

Here, the oxpecker is the drones and th machine gun set to protect the rhinoceros from would-be poachers. Sobottka notes that powdered rhinoceros horn is a “spice� so sought-after that it is driving these magnificent creatures to extinction. “Sugar and Spice� runs through March 18. For further information visit www. tacomacc.edu/campuslife/thegallery or call (253) 460-4306.

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Catch the fresh scent of cedar while you watch Tsimshian/Haida artist Al Zantua, whose work is in many private collections and museums. Demonstrations begin at 11 a.m.

Joe Seymour demonstrates Drum Carving and Decoration Coast Salish artist Joe Seymour (Squaxin Island/Acoma) began his artistic career by carving his first paddle for the 2003 Tribal Journey to Tulalip. Now a multitalented artist, Seymour works in printmaking, glass, photography, Salish wool weaving and wood and rawhide drum making.

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How has the Tacoma western landscape evolved? Check out historic photos of downtown Tacoma, and create your own landscape sketch.

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LOCAL ARTIST BRINGS PUYALLUP DAFFODIL QUEENS OF THE PAST TO LIFE

PHOTOS OF ARTWORK BY ERICA COOLEY

SPRING BEAUTY. (above) A group of Daffodil

Princesses attended the exhibit opening, here with artist Anna Laura Kastama. (right) Each of Kastama’s paintings is accompanied by a photo of the model. (far right) Puyallup Mayor John Hopkins and the artist at the gallery opening party.

By Erica Cooley Special to Tacoma Weekly

With the cold winter weather beginning to retreat and be replaced by the much needed sun, a staple of local history is budding its head around the city: the daffodil.

The daffodil has been a staple in the Puyallup Valley since the first Daffodil Festival originated in 1934 as a community event to celebrate the daffodil industry and mark the arrival of spring. To celebrate this momentous time of year and the traditions of the area, the City of Puyallup commissioned local artist and third generation Puyallup community member Anna Laura Kastama for a series of paintings of the Daffodil Queens to be shown in a gallery in city hall. Kastama jumped at this opportunity and began researching the history of the Daffodil Queen tradition in Puyallup dating back to the very first Queen in 1934.

This gallery series features portraits of the first 20 Queens, ranging from the 1934-1956 (there were three years without a Queen during World War II). Each year, a Daffodil Queen is selected from contestants representing

all of the local high schools in Pierce County. Inspiration for each of the paintings came from the fundamental idea of the yearly selection of each Daffodil Festival Queen, being a celebration of individual female beauty and a charitable heart within the community.

Kastama states, “Although the Queens are celebrated for their beauty, they are also celebrated for their volunteerism and willingness to help others and the community.�

By taking artist’s license to interpret the Queens in her own painterly style, Kastama was able to create each individual piece as a stand alone representation of beauty rather than a lifelike replica of the woman herself. “By painting the Queens, I am able to see and admire them better than before. On display are records of my conversations with the Queens in paint, fictional conversations with women I have never met. I purposely evaded from skillfully replicating the original photos and embraced my role as a painter to dictate my own impressions and create a characterized version of each Queen.�

Each painting is unique to the Queen who is the subject, but the common thread of the vibrant daffodil is

tied seamlessly connecting the series and the Queens to the traditions of the Puyallup Valley at its core. These 20 Queens are now forever stamped into the wood fibers, bringing to life a wispy breath of tradition, beauty and charity that is representative of the Daffodil Festival throughout the decades in Puyallup.

Local tradition and pride comes full circle in this exhibit of Puyallup history spanning nearly 80 years.

Kastama says it best: “At the heart of this series is simply my own impression of the past. Like the daffodil flower, we all have an individual resilience to live a life of our own while inescapably being connected to where we are from. And we have the freedom to change and re-emerge with new and beautiful lives and meanings.�

With each brush stroke of paint a story is told of each Queen and her connection and contribution to the community of Puyallup and the local tradition of Daffodil Festival spanning the decades.

The exhibit will be on display at Puyallup City Hall until the end of this month, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information on the artist and her work, visit annalauraandiris.com.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS: THOMPSON SQUARE AND CHRIS JANSON We now know who will headline the opening nights of this year’s Washington State Fair, which will start earlier than usual this year, during Labor Day Weekend. Last week, organizers announced the country duo Thompson Square will headline the grandstand on Sept. 9, and “Buy Me a Boat� singer Chris Janson will do the honors on Sept. 10.

Both shows will start at 9 p.m., following the rounds of the Justin Boots Playoff Rodeo. Tickets are on sale now for $35 each show, and you can purchase them through the Fair web site at www.thefair.com/ concerts.

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• ZZ Top: 7 p.m. April 10, Emerald Queen Casino, $70 to $185.

• Boz Scaggs: 8 p.m. March 12, Emerald Queen Casino, $40 to $95.

• Billy Joel: 8 p.m. May 20, Safeco Field, Seattle, $53.75 to $133.75.

• Lyle Lovett with Robert Earl Keen: 7:30 p.m.

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• Buddy Guy: 7:30 p.m. May 25, Pantages Theater, $34 to $110; www.broadwaycenter.org.

• Peter Frampton: 7 p.m. March 26, Pantages Theater, $55 to $129; www.broadwaycenter.org. • Ellie Goulding: 7:30 p.m. April 2, KeyArena, Seattle, $44.50 to $55.50. • Jeff Dunham: 3 p.m. April 10, Tacoma Dome, $27.

• Iron Maiden with The Raven Age: 7:50 p.m.

April 11, Tacoma Dome, $36.95 to $86.95. • Red Fang: 8 p.m. April 16, Real Art Tacoma, $15 to $18; www.etix.com. • Aimee Mann with Billy Collins: 7:30 p.m.

April 22, Pantages Theater, $29 to $79; www.broadwaycenter.org. • Rihanna with Travis Scott: 7:30 p.m. April 24, KeyArena, Seattle, $26.50 to $160. • BeyoncÊ: 6 p.m. May 18, Century Link Field, Seattle, $45 to $280.

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• Arsenio Hall: 7:30 p.m. June 4, Pantages Theater, $19 to $69; www.broadwaycenter.org. • Dixie Chicks: 7 p.m. July 8, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn, $76 to $136. • Sting and Peter Gabriel: 8 p.m. July 21, KeyArena, Seattle, $45 to $250. • Watershed Festival with Jason Aldean, Keith Urban, Merle Haggard and more: July 29 to 31, Gorge Amphitheatre, George, $199. • Modest Mouse with Brand New: 7:30 p.m. July 30, KeyArena, Seattle, $31.99 to $51.99.

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AUTEUR. Gregory Marks started making his own films when he had trouble finding roles written for African-Americans.

By Ernest A. Jasmin ejasmin@tacomaweekly.com

Race has been a hot topic in the entertainment world this Black History Month, between pop star Beyonce’s controversial, Black Panther-themed performance at Super Bowl 50 and rapper Kendrick Lamar’s arty, criminal-justice-themed medley during the Grammy Awards on Feb. 15.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences added fuel to the fire last month when it announced contenders for the 88th annual Academy Awards, which will air locally at 4 p.m. Sunday on ABCTV. With only white actors and actresses nominated in the top categories for the second year in a row, several high-profile celebrities have called for a boycott of the event, and BroadwayBlack.com editor April Reign created the hashtag #OscarsSoWhite to call attention to Hollywood’s diversity problem.

The Academy’s seemingly prescient choice for emcee leaves little doubt that the elephant in the room will be acknowledged this weekend. “I’m interested to see how Chris Rock as the host addresses that this year,” said Grand Cinema spokeswoman Darcy Nelson, among the organizers of the theater’s Film Awards Party, which will be held at Broadway Center’s Theatre on the Square during the Oscars broadcast.

“It’s definitely problematic,” Nelson said of the lack of minority nominees this year. “I see it as indicative of the way the film industry works, and who is being cast for different roles, and who has the power and resources to be telling stories.”

Actress Jada PinkettSmith and director Spike Lee are among stars planning to boycott the ceremony this weekend. “It’s easier to be the president of the United States as a black person than to be the head of a studio,” Lee said

at the Governors Awards in November, echoing comments he made when he appeared at the University of Puget Sound in 2011.

On the other end of the spectrum is actress Helen Mirren who said to English journalist Jon Snow, “I think it’s unfair to attack the Academy. It just so happened this year it went that way.”

Tacoma’s Gregory Marks is among filmmakers who grapple with issues of inclusion locally. “The reason I got into film making is because it was hard for me to get cast in lead roles,” said Marks whose latest project, “Joenah,” is a narrative film about bullying. “They just don’t really write parts for African-Americans in leads here in Washington. They just don’t. It’s just the way it is.”

Still, Marks doesn’t believe a boycott is the most effective way to deal with Hollywood’s lack of diversity. “I just don’t think that’s the answer, especially when they own a studio,” he said, alluding to Pinkett-Smith and husband Will Smith’s company, Overbrook Entertainment. “They can be making diverse films themselves. So why don’t they do that if it’s something they feel so strongly about?”

“In all fairness, I don’t think that they should blame the Academy as much,” he added. “It’s really more than that. It’s also the writers and the casting directors. The Academy can only work with what they have.”

Tacoma filmmaker Rose Hall calls herself “an advocate for the presence and impact of women … within the entertainment industry.”

Recently, she shot a series of short films in Tacoma, called “Tell Your Children,” with a cast and crew that she estimated was 90 percent women; and she makes a point of budgeting the cost of child care into all of her film projects.

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She also did not think it was fair to blame the Academy for the lack of diversity in this year’s nominees.

“I think there’s a lack of representation in the industry in general, for women and for people of color,” she said. “But … I think it’s a multifaceted issue. It’s due to several factors: producers who are hiring people, whether they’re hiring women or people of color; whether writers are writing more diverse roles; whether financiers are financing more diverse projects; and then, the Academy having a more diverse voter base. …

If we do all of those things, then that’s when the impact will happen.”

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TACOMA COMEDY: Ron Funches (comedy) 7:30 p.m., $20$24, 18+ THE VALLEY: Sound and Fury, Billy Stoops & The Dirt Angels (rock, Americana) 9 p.m., NC ZODIAC SUPPER CLUB: Blanco Bronco (alternative) 9:30 p.m., NC

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O’MALLEY’S: Comedy open mic, 8:30 p.m., NC REAL ART TACOMA: Broca’s Area, Fu Lo, Cornerboys Ent, PTK (DJ set) 5 p.m., $5-$10, AA RIALTO: Tacoma Symphony Orchestra presents “Classics III Debussy & Beethoven” (classical) 7:30 p.m., $19-$79, AA THE SPAR: Blues Redemption (blues) 7 p.m., NC TACOMA COMEDY: Ron Funches (comedy) 7:30 p.m., $20-$24

MONDAY, FEB. 29 REAL ART TACOMA: Heiress, Vessels, Wet the Rope, Choke the Pope, The Hand of Reason, Arsenic Lace (alternative) 6 p.m., $5-$10, AA DAWSON’S: Heather Jones and the Groove Masters (R&B, soul) 8 p.m., NC JAZZBONES: Rockaroke (live band karaoke) 9 p.m., NC LOUIE G’S: Kirra (hard rock) 8 p.m., AA

TUESDAY, MARCH 1 DAVE’S OF MILTON: Jerry Miller (blues, rock) 7 p.m., NC

LOUIE G’S: Helldorado, Machanism (metal, hard rock) 1 p.m., AA

B SHARP COFFEE: Velocity CD release (jazz fusion) 8 p.m., $7, AA CHAPEL HILL PRESBYTERIAN: Tacoma Symphony Orchestra presents “Classics III Debussy & Beethoven” (classical) 7:30 p.m., $19-$79, AA DOYLE’S: The Jay Cobb Anderson and Brad Parsons Band (bluegrass, alt-country) 9:30 p.m., NC EMERALD QUEEN: Blue Oyster Cult (classic rock) 8 p.m., $25-$55 G. DONNALSON’S: Johnaya Kendrick (jazz) 7:30 p.m., NC GREAT AMERICAN CASINO: Nite Crew (dance) 9 p.m., NC JAZZBONES: Erotic City (Prince tribute) 8:30 p.m., $10-$75 KEYS ON MAIN: Dueling pianos, 9 p.m., NC PANTAGES: Tacoma Concert Band presents “Bach to Broadway” (classical) 7:30 p.m., $18-$36, AA PARADISE BOWL: KISW live and local acoustic showcase with Sin Circus, Mom’s Ricket and more (acoustic rock) 4 p.m., $15 REAL ART TACOMA: Bazooka Benny and the Pfefferle Hillbillies, Rusty Cleavers, Cottonwood Cutups, Shotgun Kitchen (bluegrass, country) 7 p.m., $8-$10, AA THE SPAR: Ain’t No Heaven Seven (jazz) 8 p.m., NC THE SWISS: Down North (rock, soul, funk) 9 p.m.

TACOMA COMEDY: Ron Funches (comedy) 10:30 p.m., $20-$24 URBAN GRACE: Tacoma Youth Symphony presents “A Little Russian” (classical) 7 p.m., $8-$10, AA THE VALLEY: Kill Ritual (metal) 9 p.m., NC

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DAWSON’S: Tim Hall Band (open jam) 8 p.m., NC NEW FRONTIER: Bluegrass Sunday, 3 p.m., NC NORTHERN PACIFIC: Geriatric Jazz (jazz) 11 a.m., NC, AA

ANTIQUE SANDWICH CO.: Open mic, 6:30 p.m., $3, AA DAWSON’S: Doug Skoog and Brian Feist (blues) 8 p.m., NC JAZZBONES: Ha Ha Tuesday (comedy) 8:30 p.m., $5 NORTHERN PACIFIC: Stingy Brim Slim (blues) 7 p.m., NC, AA STONEGATE: Leanne Trevalyan (open mic) 8 p.m., NC

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2 DAWSON’S: Linda Myers Band (R&B, blues, jazz) 8 p.m., NC

JAZZBONES: Reallionaire Beat Battle (hip-hop) 9 p.m., $12-$15 TOWER BAR & GRILL: Michelle Beaudry (jazz guitar) 4:30 p.m.

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+

THURSDAY, MARCH 3 KEYS ON MAIN: Nate Jackson’s Super Funny Comedy Show (comedy) 8 p.m., $20

ANTHEM COFFEE: Live Roots (open mic) 5 p.m., NC, AA EMERALD QUEEN: Jennifer Nettles (country, pop) 8 p.m., $40-$110 G. DONNALSON’S: Al Gord (jazz) 7 p.m., NC, AA

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TW PICK: RENT Fri., Feb. 26, 7:30 p.m.

Sat., Feb. 27, 7:30 p.m.

Thur., March 3, 7:30 p.m.

Fri., March 4, 7:30 p.m.

Sat., March 5, 7:30 p.m.

Sun., March 6, 2:00 p.m.

University of Puget Sound Jones Hall, 1500 N. Warner St. Based on Puccini’s opera, “La Boheme,” “RENT” explores the lives of young artists living in NYC. Under the shadow of relationships, drugs and the AIDS crisis, this Pulitzer-prize winning musical offers a heartrending and ultimately hopeful look at love and friendship in the face of illness. These impoverished young artists and musicians struggle to pursue their dreams and gain acceptance while they’re forced to grapple with AIDS, sexuality, addiction – and simply paying the rent. Price: $11; $7 seniors and students. Info: (253) 879-3100 ‘I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE’ Fri., Feb. 26, 8 p.m.

Sat., Feb. 27, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m.

Sun., Feb. 28, 2 p.m.

Tacoma Musical Playhouse, 7116 Sixth Ave. This hilarious revue pays tribute to those who have loved and lost, to those who have fallen on their face at the portal of romance, and to those who have dared to ask, ‘Say, what are you doing Saturday night?’ Price: $22-$31.

Info: Reservations required: (253) 565-6867 ‘DEATH OF A SALESMAN’ Fri., Feb. 26, 8 p.m.

Sat., Feb. 27, 8 p.m.

Sun., Feb. 28, 2 p.m.

Lakewood Playhouse, 5729 Lakewood Towne Center Blvd.

“Death of a Salesman” revolves around the last days of Willy Loman, a failing salesman who cannot under-

stand how he failed to win success and happiness. Through a series of tragic soul-searching revelations of the life he has lived with his wife, his sons and his business associates, we discover how his quest for the “American Dream” kept him blind to the people who truly loved him. A thrilling work of deep and revealing beauty that remains one of the most profound classic dramas of the American theatre. Parental Advisory: This show contains some mature content. Price: $19-$25. Info: www.lakewoodplayhouse.org or (253) 588-0042 JASON PLUTE Feb. 26, 7-9 p.m.

Cafe Divino, 2112 N. 30th St. Jason Plute brings acoustic favorites spanning five decades to Cafe Divino in Old Town on Friday nights in 2016. Guests submit funny

Promote your community event, class, meeting, concert, art exhibit or theater production by e-mailing calendar@tacomaweekly.com or calling (253) 922-5317.

lines during the first set that end up in a song at the end of the night. Price: Free. Info: (253) 779-4226

TV. Price: $15 adults, $7.50 children under 12 (Tickets available at the door). Info: Nick at (253) 405-8742

OUT OF THE COLD, INTO THE ART Fri., Feb. 26, 8 a.m.

Tahoma Art Gallery at Catholic Community Services, 1323 S. Yakima Ave. Rainier League of Arts Show, Out of the Cold, Into the Art, will be shown at Catholic Community Services’ Tahoma Center Gallery. Price: Free.

Info: (253) 502-2617

ARGENTINE TANGO INTERMEDIATE CLASSES Sun., Feb. 28, 2 p.m.

Backstreet Tango, 3505 S. 14th St. Come learn at the only studio in town build specifically for the purpose of providing authentic social Argentine Tango instruction. Instruction is provided by only professional certified instructors.

Ages: 16 and over. Price: $10 per class or packages of 8 classes and two dances for $40. Info: (253) 304-8296

BINGO & KARAOKE Sat., Feb. 27, 6:30 p.m.

Allenmore Golf and Event Center, 2013 S. Cedar St. Every Saturday, Tacoma Elks hosts bingo at 6:30 p.m. and karaoke at 8 p.m. in the sports bar. Come on down and have a great evening out with great people. Price: Free.

Info: www.tacomawelks.com IMAGINATION FLAGS Sat., Feb. 27, 1 p.m.

Artful Dreamers Studio, 2926 S. Steele St. What do you imagine for our world? Stop in at Artful Dreamers Studio and paint your intentions and make them visible on your own imagination flags. Price: Free. Info: (561) 644-6580 SONS OF ITALY #1175 ANNUAL PASTA DINNER Sun., Feb. 28, 1-6 p.m.

St. Charles Borromeo Parish Hall, 7112 S. 12th St., Great food and fun for the entire family! Load up on pasta, meatballs, sausage, wine by the glass and get in on all-day raffles for prizes including a 55-inch flat screen

DISCOVER ART Tues., March 1, 4:30 p.m.

Parkland/Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S. Enjoy a story about a great artist. Be inspired and create your own artwork in that style. Price: Free. Info: (253) 548-3304 PLAY TO LEARN Wed., March 2, 10 a.m.

Parkland/Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S. Play to Learn is a program hosted by the Children’s Museum of Tacoma for children ages six and under and their adults, parents, grandparents, neighbors, family, and friends. Price: Free. Info: (253) 548-3304

MEDITATION & MODERN BUDDHISM: WEEKLY CLASS Mon., Feb. 29, 7-8:30 p.m.

Tushita Kadampa Buddhist Center, 1501 Pacific Ave. S. Meditation is becoming more popular, but many people have many questions. How do we get a qualified practice started? How do we make use of our practice?

What can meditation do for me? These are some of the most common questions. In our weekly class learn about meditation as explained in Buddhism but presented in a way that fits our modern busy world. Price: $10. Info: (360) 754-7787

JEFF LUND & THE TACOMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYMPHONIC BAND Wed., March 3, 7:30 p.m.

Tacoma Community College, 6501 S. 19th St. Percussionist Jeff Lund is the featured soloist with the Tacoma Community College Symphonic Band, performing a concerto by Gary Ziek.

Under the baton of John Falskow, the band’s program will perform works in a concert program that explores form and tone color in the wind band medium. Price: Free.

Info: (253) 566-5000 DO YOU HAVE TINNITUS? Tues. March 8, 6:15 p.m.

Sumner Library, 1116 Fryar Ave. Join others with tinnitus for coping skills, encouragement, and compassionate understanding in a warm, friendly atmosphere. Price: Free. Info: khystad7@gmail.com

LINE DANCE CLASSES Tues., March 1, 6-8 p.m.

Asia Pacific Cultural Center, 4851 S. Tacoma Way Line Dance Classes for fun and exercise. Come and learn easy routines to all styles of music. Price: $45 for 7 weeks.

Info: (253) 752-0205

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 22 years. She was born and raised in Tacoma. If you’d like to chew the fat about astrology or purchase a customized horoscope or natal chart, please contact her at tinathehyena@gmail.com.

ARIES (Mar. 21 – Apr. 19) Relationships bloom and are reinforced during this time. Feelings that were close to sputtering explode with new intensity. Romance is on your mind and you feel spurred into action to show that someone how much you care. Grab that special someone by the hand and show him or her just how much they mean.

LIBRA (Sep. 23 – Oct. 22) This is it. You’re in your element right now. You feel that old, familiar rush of feelings and love swoop in when you least expect it and it changes your outlook on your future.

Partnerships are highly valued right now, as your realize you need that social aspect. Relax into a loving state of mind.

TAURUS (Apr. 20 - May 20) Staying at home with someone you love is high on the priority list. Quality time can have many different faces, and this week it involves working together on a shared habitat and taking care of all the drips, cracks, and spills within that abode. Don’t be surprised if you end up beautifying your home as well.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21) You have a very intense and almost obsessive quality to your love, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. There are those out there that need to be loved in that way. Your feelings surge this week as you realize just how deeply your feelings run for someone. Try to show them your depths.

GEMINI (May 21 – Jun. 20) You have a high expectation for any relationship in your life. If someone cannot appeal to you on a loyal and creative level, it can be difficult to spark your interest. If you’re single, now would be the time to look for those specific qualities in someone. If you’re committed, you will notice these things in your partner.

CANCER (Jun. 21 – Jul. 22) The moon has you feeling lovey-dovey this week, and there’s a good chance you’ll be taking your partner to your childhood home or to meet your parents. You feel comfortable telling your loved one all about childhood experiences. Take the time to snuggle up and share your best memories.

LEO (Jul. 23 – Aug. 22) Many conversations are waiting to be had with your partner. The sharing of ideas, likes and dislikes, and experiences is prioritized right now. See how much you can learn from someone by listening attentively and share in kind about how you came to be exactly who you are.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 – Sep. 22) Communication is an act of love this week, and there are issues regarding morals and values that need to be hashed out. While uncomfortable conversations have never bothered you, realize that you’re willing to work these issues out because you truly do care about them.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21) Your friends are your friends for very specific reasons. Never one to let time idle by with a person if it’s not working, your contact list is culled and curated with the cream of the crop. Because they are so wonderful you realize just how much you love them. Schedule time with your best buds.

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PISCES (Feb. 19 – Mar. 20) Great peaks and valleys are on the road ahead and the best you can do is to sit back and let it happen. Disappointments, happy surprises, and possibilities at new partnerships are highlighted. While everything may not work out as you planned, it’s definitely going to be a high-impact experience for you.

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CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19) Working closely with your partner is where it’s at. New opportunities present themselves that can have you joining forces with someone you’re already partnered with. You both bring a different point of view to the table that is beneficial. Get the work done and relax together afterward.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18) You may be surprised at how much you can learn from love right now. There are lessons buried within your relationships that you need to dig up and learn. Some may be good, some may be bad, but all are required for you to progress.

Grit your teeth and learn your lessons.

R F E J T J N F E G C X H Y S W I K L E A L S X W B D I Y T Z F V M S A D P S Y

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NOTICES

NOTICES TO: Florencio Jesus Taraya III

TO: Selina Ramirez

Case Style: Fishing/Hunting

In the Welfare of: N., M DOB: 03/10/2008 Case Number: PUY-G-JV-2015-0055

Case Number: PUY-FH-SHELL-2015-0071 Nature of Case: Shellfish

ABANDONED VEHICLE SALE Fife Towing, Fife Recovery Service & NW Towing, at 1313 34th Ave E, Fife on 2/29/2016. In compliance with the RCW46.55.130 at 11:00 a.m. Viewing of cars from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Registered Tow Numbers 5009, 5421, 5588.

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YOU ARE HEREBY summoned to appear and respond to the Civil Complaint/Petition filed by the above named Petitioner in the Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, located at 1451 E 31st Street Tacoma, Washington 98404.

Assigning me as Exector of Decedant John D. Coe’s Estate as of January 21, 2016. This is also notice to any all creditors regarding John D. Coe, date of birth 12-12-69, dated of death 9-6-15 with last known address 2116 104th St S. Apt G201, Tacoma, WA 98444, that all persons having claims against the estate are required to present such claims in writing, with prepared voucher to the Administrator if the Estate, Gracie a. Allen, at PO Box 705, Hoodsport, WA 98548 within 90 days after this notice is given. Additionally, any and all information regarding the whereabouts of Georginna Ibarra Coe and /or Stephen Garcia can be forwarded to the Administrator at the above stated address.

IN THE COURT OF THE PUYALLUP TRIBE OF INDIANS NO. PUY-CV-PO-2016-0017 DV SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION Susan Dillon, Petitioner, vs.

Anthony Mantes Jr., Respondent.

AKA: Anthony Montes Jr. The COURT OF THE PUYALLUP TRIBE OF INDIANS to: Anthony Mantes JR. (Respondent) AKA: Anthony Montes Jr. YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to appear on TUESDAY MARCH 08, 2016 AT 1:30PM., At the Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians, 1451 East 31st, Tacoma, WA 98404 and respond to the petition filed against you pursuant to the provisions of the Domestic Violence Protection and Anti-Harassment Civil Code (PTC ch. 7.16). If you fail to respond, an order of protection will be issued against you for one (1) year from the date you are required to appear. A temporary order of protection has been issued against you, restraining you from the following: (contact the court for a complete copy of the Temporary Order) (1) You are restrained from causing petitioner or any of the minor children residing with petitioner any physical harm, bodily injury, assault including sexual assault, and from molesting, harassing, threatening, or stalking the same.

(2) You are restrained from coming near or having any contact whatsoever with the parties, in person or through others, direct or indirectly.

(3) You are further restrained from entering the petitioner’s residence, school or place of employment.

A copy of the petition, notice of hearing, and ex parte order for protection has been filed with the clerk of this court.

You must respond in writing to the civil complaint/ petition within twenty (20) days after the date of the first publication of this summons. You must serve a copy of your written answer on the Petitioner and file with this Court an affidavit of service.

Failure to file a written response may result in a default judgment entered against you.

The parties have the right to legal representation at their own expense and effort. This Court has a list of attorneys and spokespersons who are admitted to practice in this Court.

Copies of the Civil Complaint/Petition and this Summons are available at the Court Clerk’s Office located at 1451 E. 31st St., Tacoma, WA 98404.

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: KENNETH E. WRIGHT Jr. In the Welfare of: W., K. DOB: 07/27/2013 Case Number: PUY-CW-CW-2015-0094 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 18th day of April, 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.

TO: AMANDA R. DAVIS PIKULA

& DUGAN HENSON-

In the Welfare of: P., K. DOB: 03/18/2007 Case Number: PUY-G-JV-2015-0018 In the Welfare of: P., L. DOB: 03/18/2007 Case Number: PUY-G-JV-2015-0019 YOU are hereby summoned to appear for an 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 an Initial Hearing on the 18th day of April, 2016 at 2:00 PM. If you have any questions, please contact the court clerks at (253) 680-5585.

TO: Anthony Montes Jr. Case Style: Custody Case Number: PUY-CV-CUST-2016-0016 Nature of Case: Parenting Plan YOU ARE HEREBY summoned to appear and respond to the Civil Complaint/Petition filed by the above named Petitioner in the Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, located at 1451 E 31st Street Tacoma, Washington 98404.

An Initial Hearing is scheduled at the above-named Court on March 31, 2016, at 3:00 p.m.

You must respond in writing to the civil complaint/ petition within twenty (20) days after the date of the first publication of this summons. You must serve a copy of your written answer on the Petitioner and file with this Court an affidavit of service.

Failure to file a written response may result in a default judgment entered against you.

The parties have the right to legal representation at their own expense and effort. This Court has a list of attorneys and spokespersons who are admitted to practice in this Court.

Copies of the Civil Complaint/Petition and this Summons are available at the Court Clerk’s Office located at 1451 E. 31st St., Tacoma, WA 98404.

If you have any questions, please contact the Court Clerk’s Office at (253) 680-5585.

TO: WAUHILLA SIMMONS In the Welfare of: L., M DOB: 12/12/12 Case Number: PUY-G-JV-2016-0005 In the Welfare of: L., K DOB: 03/11/15 Case Number: PUY-G-JV-2016-0004 YOU are hereby summoned to appear for an 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 an INITIAL Hearing on the 18TH day of APRIL, 2016 at 2:30 PM. If you have any questions, please contact the court clerks at (253) 680-5585. 1451 EAST 29TH STREET, TACOMA, WA 98404 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.

You are summoned to appear for an INITIAL Hearing on the 7TH day of MARCH, 2016 at 11:00 AM. If you have any questions, please contact the court clerks at (253) 680-5585.

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I, Gracie A. Allen have received a court order through The Puyallup Tribal Court Case No. PUY-CV-LOA-2015-0156

YOU are hereby summoned to appear for an 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.

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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: PRISCILLA YOUNG and DONALD YOUNG In the Welfare of: Y., L DOB: 08/19/13 Case Number: PUY-CW-CW-2014-0060 In the Welfare of: Y., J DOB: 05/28/11 Case Number: PUY-CW-CW-2014-0061 YOU are hereby summoned to appear for an Continued Dispositional 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 Dispositional Hearing on the 12th day of May, 2016 at 9:30 AM. If you have any questions, please contact the court clerks at (253) 680-5585. 1451 EAST 29TH STREET, TACOMA,WA 98404 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: Julian Dillon Case Style: Custody Case Number: PUY-CV-CUST-2016-0006 Nature of Case: Parenting Plan YOU ARE HEREBY summoned to appear and respond to the Civil Complaint/Petition filed by the above named Petitioner in the Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, located at 1451 E 31st Street Tacoma, Washington 98404.

A(n) Initial Hearing is scheduled at the above-named Court on March 17, 2016 at 1:30 P.M. You must respond in writing to the civil complaint/ petition within twenty (20) days after the date of the first publication of this summons. You must serve a copy of your written answer on the Petitioner and file with this Court an affidavit of service.

Failure to file a written response may result in a default judgment entered against you.

The parties have the right to legal representation at their own expense and effort. This Court has a list of attorneys and spokespersons who are admitted to practice in this Court.

Copies of the Civil Complaint/Petition and this Summons are available at the Court Clerk’s Office located at 1451 E. 31st St., Tacoma, WA 98404.

If you have any questions, please contact the Court Clerk’s Office at (253) 680-5585.

NAME CHANGE Regarding the Name Change of Dominick Elijah Green Minor By Shannon Rafter Parent/Guardian DIRECTED TO Donald Eugene Green YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that pursuant to RCW 4.24.130, the mother /father/legal guardian of the above named minor child)ren), has filed a Petition to Change the Name of Dominick Elijah Green TO Dominick Elijah Rafter PLEASE CONTACT Shannon Rafter 253-222-4768 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT FOR THE STATE OF ALASKA THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT AT KENAI

IN THE MATTER OF THE ADOPTION K.M.R, DOB: February 14, 2007 Minor under the age of Eighteen (18) Years Case No. 3KN15-220 PR/A

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Volunteers must be 55 or older, low income, serve 15 hrs/wk and live in Pierce or Kitsap Counties. Drivers are especially needed.

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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.

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NOTICE OF HEARING TO: MARK ALLEN GRAMMER PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a hearing will be conducted to determine whether a Petition for Adoption of K.M.R, minor child born on the 14th day of February, 2007, at Tacoma, Washington, should be granted for GAUDALUPE RENTERIA, JR. The haring in this matter will be conducted at the ALASKA COURT SYSTEM, Kenai Superior Court, State Court Building, 125 Trading Bay, Suite 100, Kenai, Alaska, 99611, on the 23rd day of March, 2016, at the hour of 1:30 o’clock p.m.

As the biological father of K.M.M, you have a right to attend this proceeding, contest the issues, and defend your right of natural parenthood. If the Court grants the Petition for Adoption, such action will have the effect of establishing the relationship of parent and child between GRUDALUPE RENTERIA, JR., and in the same manner as if he was the natural part of the child. Such action would abolish all rights and obligations of support, custody, maintenance and inheritance.

For further information concerning this matter, please contact the Attorney for Petitioner at the following address: JEFFREY DOLIFKA , DOLIFKA & ASSOCIATES, P.O. BOX 498,Soldotna, Alaska, 99669, (907) 262-2910. The address and phone number of the Court are: ALASKA COURT SYSTEM, Kenai Superior Court, State Court Building, 125 Trading Bay, Suite 100, Kenai , Alaska, 99611 Telephone (907) 283-3110.

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 knowl-

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Please contact Leigh Butler @ 571-5136 or lbutler@tacoma.k12. wa.us for more information.

A Student Needs You. The process of grooming kids for success can act as a powerful deterrent to dropping out of high school. Communities In Schools is looking for dedicated volunteers with an interest in tutoring 9-12 grade at Foss High School. Students need assistance in Algebra, English, Geometry and Trigonometry on Monday and/or Wednesdays. Volunteers must be consistent, reliable and willing to share their knowledge in one of the above areas weekly. Please contact Tiffynee Terry-Thomas @ 571-7380 or xx for details.

Food Bank We are a local food bank on the east side of Tacoma, WA and are powered strictly by volunteers. We provide much needed food and other basic household items to people in need on a weekly basis. Being a volunteer driven organization we are always looking for good people who are interested in donating a few hours of their lives helping make the lives of someone else a little better. Donate as much or as little of your time you want for a wide variety of tasks, there is always plenty to do.

If you are looking for a way to be part of something bigger and give a little much needed help to the local community then contact us and we’ll get you started.

Please join us in helping to spread a little holiday cheer. Contact Enzi 253-212-2778.

Help furnish hope to those in need!

NW Furniture Bank Volunteers needed.

“NWFB helps restore hope, dignity and stability in our community by recycling donated furniture to people in need.”

Tuesday-Saturday Truck Volunteers Needed9:00 am-2:00 pm. Truck volunteers ride along in the truck, deliver furniture to clients and make residential and corporate pickups; they are an essential part of the NWFB Team. To volunteer contact us at info@nwfurniturebank.org or call 253302-3868.

South Sound Outreach is offering free tax preparation for those who make $50,000 or less.

To schedule an appointment call 253.593.2111 or visit our website at www.southsoundoutreach.org.

Make a difference in the life of a child!

The Northwest Youth Sports Alliance is looking for coaches for our developmental youth sports program.

Sports vary by season. Coaches are provided general training and go through a national background check clearance process.

For more information, visit www.metroparkstacoma.org/nysa or contact Roy Fletcher, Youth Sports Coordinator, royf@tacomaparks.com or 253.305.1025.

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Pearl does not like to share attention, so she will need to be an only pet. But she’s got a whole lotta love to give, if only given the chance. #A501975

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Blue Ă–yster Cult

Jennifer Nettles

Women of Country

Boz Scaggs

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March 3, 8pm

March 12, 8pm

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I-5 Showroom $40, $70, $105, $110

I-5 Showroom $40, $65, $90, $95

Battle at the Boat 105

Keith Sweat

ZZ Top

March 26, 7pm

April 9, 8:30pm

April 10, 7pm

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I-5 Showroom $30, $45, $60, $65

I-5 Showroom $70, $95, $165, $185

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