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ur beloved Gayle recently passed away from complications of Lupus April 2, 2015. She is survived by her loving husband Steve “Gravel� Luhtala; their daughter Tehra and adored Grandson Jayden; father Stan Naccarato (Jeanne); brothers David, Gordon, Steve & Stanton; nieces Mariel Naccarato Schneider (Mike), Mia Naccarato; nephew Nick Naccarato; aunt Marlene Worthington; cousins Clint, Carrie, Cathie & Christie.

Gayle adored her Grandson Jayden Atofau (age 9) and he wrote this about his sweet “Baboo�: I miss u with all my heart god please watch over you in heaven and be with uncle army we’re so sad life is weird we all know we will see u again i love u forever #restinlove

2300 S Washington St. Tacoma has a tremendous pothole problem, and the city knows it.

During the past couple of years, the city has acknowledged this issue by spending millions of dollars in major arterial repairs with the council’s “pothole initiative.� In 2010, routine maintenance by Tacoma’s Grounds and Maintenance Division completed street repairs on 229,638 square feet of road.

In 2011, the city repaired about 150,000 more square feet of roads riddled with holes, and continued those efforts in 2012.

While that may sound like a lot of ground, new holes pop up – or return – each and every day, which means a pothole-free road might never exist in Tacoma.

With the help of our readers and our dedicated Pothole Pig, we will continue to showcase some of the city’s biggest and best potholes through our weekly homage to one of T-Town’s most unnerving attributes.

Help the Pothole Pig by e-mailing your worst pothole suggestions to SaveOurStreets@tacomaweekly.com.

Potholes in need of repair can be reported to the City of Tacoma by calling (253) 591-5495.

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In spite of her long illness, Gayle rarely complained.

She loved meeting friends at the “Poodle D,� or booking a gig for Loose Gravel (her husband’s band), endlessly talking on the phone with friends and family. She was so proud of all of us – always bragging to any and all who would listen. Gayle didn’t laugh – she roared. Tacoma is a little quieter since her passing. Never one to miss a party, she would be so happy to know how many lives she touched and how much joy and love she shared with so many friends and family. “When it comes down to the end – all that really matters is how much you managed to love.�

Gayle had a gift that made each and every one of us feel like she was your best friend – and every brother – that he was her favorite. She had an amazing connection to her father, Stan, and mother that lasted her entire lifetime. Her mother, Janet Wallsten Naccarato Sahr, preceded her in death.

Bulletin Board PUBLIC INVITED TO MEETINGS ON PAID LEAVE Paid Leave rules and regulations as well as a notice to employers and employees have been drafted and are available for community members to review. The City will hold the following public meetings to seek input: April 22, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Tacoma Public Library Main Branch (Olympic Room), 1102 Tacoma Ave. S.; May 14, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Wilson High School Library, 1202 N. Orchard St.; and June 10, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Star Center (Discovery Room), 3873 S. 66th St. More information is available at cityoftacoma.org/paidleave, by calling (253) 591-5252 or by emailing paidleave@cityoftacoma.org.

COUNCIL DEMOCRATS DENY CITIZENS’ RIGHT TO VOTE ON REFERENDUM After announcing March 30 that he would introduce an ordinance to give taxpayers a vote on the county’s general services building proposal, Pierce County Council members deadlocked 3-3 on whether to add Council Chair Dan Roach’s measure to Tuesday’s agenda. Without a favorable majority, the proposal will not be considered at this time. “My intent is to allow the public to vote on this very expensive and very controversial use of their tax dollars,�

Roach said. “Unfortunately, we didn’t have a majority of council members present who support letting the people have a say in how their money is spent.�

Roach filed Proposed Ordinance 2015-22 on Tuesday, April 14, and asked that it receive consideration in order to be given a final vote by April 28. His request to add it to the day’s meeting agenda was defeated in the tie vote.

Councilmembers Roach (District 1), Jim McCune (District 3) and Doug Richardson (District 6) supported the measure, while Councilmembers Derek Young (District 7), Rick Talbert (District 5) and Connie Ladenburg (District 4) voted against it. Councilmember Joyce McDonald (District 2) had an excused absence. “We learned today that there is a concerted effort to deny the citizens’ ability to participate in their government,� Roach added. “I will continue my efforts to allow a public vote and I am confident that citizens – when all is said and done – will be able to vote on this issue.�

PUBLIC COMMENT NEEDED ON NARROWS BRIDGE TOLL RATES The public will have an opportunity to offer comments directly to the Washington State Transportation Commission on its toll rate proposal for the State Route 16 Tacoma Narrows Bridge. The commission is proposing a 50 cent increase in 2015 and an additional 50 cent increase in 2016.

The new rates would take effect on July 1 each year.

On Wednesday, April 22, from 6-8 p.m. a public meeting will be held at the Gig Harbor Civic Center, 3510 Grandview St. Public comment will be taken on the rate proposal, but no action by the commission is planned.

The rate increase reflects the recommendations made by the Tacoma Narrows Bridge Citizen Advisory Committee. The proposed toll rates effective July 1, 2015 would be as follows: ¡ $5 for Good To Go! ¡ $6 cash ¡ $7 Pay By Mail A final hearing on the rate proposal will be held from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, May 20, at the Gig Harbor Civic Center. Public comment will be taken and the commission is expected to make a final decision at this meeting.

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If you knew Gayle well she probably gave you a special nickname – so insistent and used so frequently that even friends and family might call you by the special name Gayle chose for you! (Rudy, Cleaver, Duke, Pork, Gertrude, Hazel, DeBingus, MooMau, Cherylie – too many to list.)

We all miss Gayle’s multiple daily phone calls (but I hope you never tried calling her during The Price Is Right!)

Gayle was a one person Make-A-Wish Foundation.

No matter her personal pain, she was always raising money for a benefit to help a suffering friend in need, so the family could take a last trip together. She loved helping others (and especially loved counting the money afterwards). And speaking of counting money--how she loved the casino! “That we are at peace does not mean we are finished with our tears.� Although it is hard to imagine Tacoma without Gayle’s laugh, we plan on sharing some laughs at a Memorial Shindig to honor and celebrate Gayle’s truly amazing life!

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TOGETHER ONE LAST TIME I am not my disease, Don’t search my ashes, I am set free.

My smile--every glorious sunset over the Sound, My laughter—now a part of family & friends, How wonderful that we never. ever. end.

There are moments like these That lift spirits every time, Seeing you all here together One last time.

GAYLE’S SECRET TO LIFE: Laugh as hard as you can, Bet the Max on every bet – in the casino or in life – and to give herself to others as much as she could!

Please consider a contribution in Gayle’s name to LUPUS FOUNDATION of AMERICA at http://www.lupus.org. variety of ways: Email – transc@wstc.wa.gov (indicate “TNB Rates� in the subject line); website – submit comments utilizing the online comment form on the commission’s website, under “contact us� at http://wstc.wa.gov/ContactUs/feedback. htm; online discussion forums – join the Voice of Washington State (VOWS) at www.VoiceOfWashingtonState. org input program and post ideas and comments utilizing the commission’s online discussion forums. Persons will be able to see all the comments submitted and can vote on them; in writing to Washington State Transportation Commission, P.O. Box 47308, Olympia, WA 98504-7308; phone – (360) 705-7070.

The commission is required by law to set toll rates for the Tacoma Narrows Bridge in an amount that is sufficient to pay the annual debt payment increases for the bridge, as well as to pay for costs related to maintenance, preservation and operations of the bridge.

The commission evaluates several factors in arriving at its rate proposal, including bridge expenses that are paid for by toll revenue, trends in traffic volumes, the schedule for bond payments, ending balances in the toll revenue account, the rate recommendations from the governorappointed Tacoma Narrows Bridge Citizen Advisory Committee and public input.

For more information about the commission visit www. wstc.wa.gov.

GOVERNOR, SENATE RECOGNIZE UWT 25TH ANNIVERSARY The University of Washington-Tacoma was recognized on April 13 by Gov. Jay Inslee and the State Senate with a proclamation and a senate resolution acknowledging the 25th anniversary of all five of the state’s newest public university campuses.

Legislation signed by Gov. Booth Gardner in 1989 resulted in the creation of five branch campuses to provide access to affordable public higher education in the state of Washington. UW Tacoma, UW Bothell, WSU Vancouver, WSU Spokane and WSU Tri-Cities all opened their doors in 1990.

An economic engine for the South Sound, UW Tacoma has revitalized downtown Tacoma. From its 40-acre, urban campus, loaded with restored 19th century warehouses retrofitted into modern educational facilities, UW Tacoma’s influence penetrates every aspect of the South Sound community. Almost 5,000 students and more than 16,000 alumni reflect the success of the university’s urban-serving focus.

The student body at UW Tacoma reflects its urbanserving mission: 68 percent of first-year students have parents without college degrees, and the student body overall is UW’s most diverse. These students are being recognized nationally for their accomplishments by such organizations as the Udall Foundation, the Fulbright Program, the Rangel Program, and the Gilman Program.

UW Tacoma is UW’s official liaison to the U.S. military at Joint Base Lewis McChord and is designated a “militaryfriendly� campus by GI Jobs. Twelve percent of students receive Veterans Administration educational benefits.

UW Tacoma will celebrate its 25th anniversary with two community-focused events this July and August.

SPECIAL NEEDS YOUTH INVITED TO FISHING DERBY The Fife Lions Club will be taking part in the 11th Annual Special Needs Youth Fishing Derby on Saturday, April 25 at Auburn Mill Pond Park, 600 Oravetz Rd. in Auburn, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event is organized and run by the Lions Clubs of Zone C-3, which includes Auburn Noon, Bonney Lake, Covington, Enumclaw, Federal Way, Fife, Kent, Puyallup, Puyallup Valley and Sumner.

Pre-school and school age special needs youth are warmly invited to come and enjoy a fun day of fishing and the great outdoors. Bring your fishing rod, some bait and a smile and be ready for great fun. Siblings and friends are welcome too. Special needs youth will have the first opportunity to fish.

The state of Washington stocks the pond with over 1,000 legal, healthy and hungry fish. Lions Club members will clean and package your prized fish for you as well.

The Covington Lions will provide food and beverages at a nominal cost. Cost to participate is free. see more bulletin boArd items At tAcomAweekly.com

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COUNTY DETECTIVES SEARCH FOR MYSTERY MAN IN DISAPPEARANCE OF WOMAN

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The family of a Pierce County woman who went missing a year ago is hoping the public can help find the answers they need.

Detectives say 54-year-old Joyce Dyer vanished from her rooming house on 40th DAVID ROSE Avenue East near Frederickson under suspicious circumstances.

“She was the type of person to call you nonstop and leave the voice mails that wouldn’t end,” said her son, Jeremy Dyer.

Jeremy remembers their final onversation.

“She was like, I’m tired. I was like, OK. She said I love you and I said I love you, bye, and I was like the last person in our family to ever speak to her.” His sister, Melissa Pellissier, says their mom always stayed in touch with them. “I was really concerned because this is not like my mom

DINE OUT TO SUPPORT CRIME VICTIMS In recognition of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, the Pierce County Prosecutor’s Office’s Victim and Witness Assistance Services Division will host a “takeover” fundraiser at Joeseppi’s Italian Ristorante in Tacoma on April 23. From 4-8 p.m. Ten percent of food sales will be donated to Violent Crime Victims Services, a local organization that provides support and resources to the families of homicide victims. Community members can participate by spreading the word and gathering with family and friends to dine out for a cause on April 23.

The Victim and Witness Assistance Services Division is responsible for upholding the rights of victims of crime in Pierce County.

Each year, specially trained advocates provide services to thousands of victims and witnesses.

Advocates accompany victims and witnesses in court, assist them in completing forms, and provide referrals to local agencies and programs. Resources for victims of crime can be found at www.PierceProsecutor.org.

to not contact us,” she said. Joyce had some health issues and was still recovering from surgery.

“At this point we’ve reached dead-ends everywhere we’ve tried to look and what we can do to locate her,” said Detective Ed Troyer with the Pierce County Sheriff ’s Department. He says a roommate reports that Joyce was with a man before she disappeared. “He calls himself David Lee. He’s Asian and he may be an appliance repairman,” said Det. Troyer. They are hoping someone can tell them how to locate him. He’s described as 50 years old, 5-foot-7 and 160 pounds, with dark hair.

Melissa just wants to know what happened to her mom. “There just hasn’t been a lot of information or a lot of answers and so that’s what we’re searching for right now.” she said. If you have any information that can help find Joyce Dyer or “David Lee”, call Crime Stoppers of TacomaPierce County at 1-800-222-tips. All tips are anonymous and there is a cash reward

of up to $1,000 for information that helps solve the case. Washington’s Most Wanted airs Friday night at 11pm on Q13 FOX and Saturday at 9:30pm on JOEtv and 10:30pm on Q13 FOX.

SENATE BACKS O’BAN EFFORT TO LIMIT SEX OFFENDERS IN PIERCE COUNTY Sen. Steve O’Ban won Senate support April 13 for legislation intended to keep Pierce County from becoming home to more than its share of sexually violent predators released from custody on McNeil Island.

O’Ban’s effort came in the form of an amendment to House Bill 1059, which was adopted almost unanimously by the Senate. The underlying legislation concerns the annual review process for sexually violent predators being released from the state’s Special Commitment Center on McNeil Island. The amendment requires the courts to consider the release of sex offenders to their county of commitment. Senator Jennie Darneille (D-27th LD) and O’Ban co-sponsored Senate Bill 5099, similar to the amendment adopted April 13.

“I am glad that the Senate adopted this amendment because it is a fair and equitable way to address public-

“This bill gives needed guidance to judges who are considering the release of these individuals and should be aware of the negative impact it will have on our community.”

– Sen. Steve O’Ban safety concerns,” said O’Ban (R-Pierce County). “For years our county has seen increasing concentrations of sex offenders due to its proximity to special commitment centers. This has led to an unbalanced concentration of offenders in our community even though Pierce County may not be where they originally were committed.”

The legislation looks at a practice used by the state Department of Corrections that releases inmates back to their county of origin. Of the 33 offenders released from the

Like the famous “Seinfeld” episode where George drives to the Hamptons to prove he owns a home there, some criminals will go to any length to protect a lie. Such was the case on April 11, when officers confronted three men reportedly firing off a gun on 59th Street. Two of the men freely gave their names. The third gave a name that turned up no response in the police database. He claimed he was an immigrant and never had a working job and thus no reason to have a license. He also claimed not to know his social security number, but claimed he had identification at his apartment, where police then escorted him. He then announced his apartment keys were with his wife, and he had no way to get inside. Police arrested the man for obstruction. He called a female, told her not to use his name, and that he would be out of jail in less than 30 days. During the booking process into Fife jail, the man miraculously found his apartment keys in his pocket.

Another criminal assumed all receipts were the same when he was caught shoplifting at a 6th Avenue location on April 10. Police were called to the location when employees noticed the man stuff several items into his jacket before purchasing just a lighter at the checkout stand. When police detained the man outside the building, they exposed the hidden merchandise and asked if the man paid for the $60 worth of items. He exclaimed that he did, showing the receipt for the lighter. Not fooled, the police arrested the man and booked him into Fife jail for theft.

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special commitment center in 2012-13 over half remained in Pierce County.

“This bill gives needed guidance to judges who are considering the release of these individuals and should be aware of the negative impact it will have on our community,” said O’Ban. “We are not being overly proscriptive, rather looking at a fair and equitable solution when offenders are released.”

The bill will now return to the House of Representatives to consider the changes made

by O’Ban’s amendment.

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guests walked away from the party, then later ambushed and shot the victim when he left the party.

Detectives have identified the shooter as Eric Contreras and a warrant was issued for his arrest.

A handgun was used by Contreras in the shooting, which has not been recovered; Contreras should be considered armed and dangerous.

Eric Contreras is hispanic male, 22 years old, 5’6” tall, 180 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes. He is known to frequent Tacoma and Lakewood.

Pierce County Sheriff’s detectives need your help to locate homicide suspect Eric Contreras. A felony warrant has been issued for Contreras’ arrest for Murder in the 1st degree.

At approximately 1:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 2nd, 2013, victim Victor Zaldivar was shot and killed after attending a birthday party at a house on 40th Ave. E. in Tacoma. Detectives learned that several uninvited guests arrived at the party and had a dispute with the victim and his friends when they were told to leave. The uninvited Fridays at 10:30pm on

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These incidents provided just a taste of the types of delays drivers should expect soon, as the road construction season will create key bottlenecks around Tacoma this summer.

Washington State Department of Transportation contractors are already turning dirt at a roster of I-5 projects that will mean periods of slow downs for years.

The first slate of work involves replacing the northbound I-5 bridge over the Puyallup River and a new on-ramp near Portland Avenue. Fife’s segment of 20th Street East over I-5 is closed to allow the work and will remain so for about two years. A southbound span will then follow that work. The new bridges will be wider and straighter than the current spans and enable I-5 to have commuter lanes. The completed roadway will have four generalpurpose lanes in each direction, and one additional commuter lane from Tacoma’s M Street to Portland Avenue.

Tying onto the I-5 work will be work to start replacing the Puyallup River Bridge.

The first $40 million project phase will be funded through a partnership among the City of Tacoma, the Port of Tacoma,

inspection last summer showed joint damage. “The bridge segment that was hit by the high load is not funded for replacement,�

City Engineer Dan Soderlind said. “We do have funds to replace the bridge segment between the Puyallup River and Portland Avenue. We are currently in the right of way phase for that project. Once the right of way phase is completed, the construction schedule will be established.�

The recent incident of the truck hitting the span follows a similar accident last fall that also prompted a closure. A structural engineer’s determination found that the damage was not significant enough for further road restrictions. About 15,000 vehicles pass over the bridge each day since it is an alternate route during hightraffic commuter times on I-5.

Cross town drivers looking to avoid that gridlock will have few options with the Puyallup River Bridge closures, as well as the added traffic caused by the closure of part of the downtown stretch of Pacific Avenue overpass to allow for work on the Exit 133 overpass and for Sound Transit’s construction of a trestle for commuter train service to south Pierce County.

Lawmakers in Olympia are pondering ways to fund the State Route 167 connection from the Puyallup Valley to the tideflats, work that is decades in the making but could finally start right as the current slate of I-5 work ends.

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Section A • Page 6 • tacomaweekly.com • Friday, April 17, 2015

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TAX AMNESTY MAKES SENSE Tacoma City Council is finalizing a plan that would allow businesses to come clean with their tax obligations at a fraction of their total bills.

It’s not a bad idea, if for nothing else than to at least suggest that the city support their entrepreneurial efforts with a potential boost.

Running a business is tough, even when everything is going well. Accounting cash flow, business taxes, licenses, fees and employment taxes takes time and money that micro businesses rarely have as they put their heart, soul, blood and personal finances to just keep the lights on and products on shelves, especially during the early years of an operation. It is often impossible to self-finance a business, operate the venture at a loss for years and then pay taxes on cash flow without a paper profit to covers those costs. Taking out yet another line of personal credit to pay taxes on money a business owner didn’t get to keep is just as impractical as allowing those taxes to go unpaid.

Wage-earning Tacomans are no different.

Residents sit around their kitchen tables with stacks of bills and juggle payments to keep food in cupboards and phones ringing between paydays, or file tax extensions in hopes of finding ways to sock away a few dollars here and there to cover their debt to the federal government every April.

Businesses, however, do that juggle every quarter for their tax burdens as well as the added burden of making sure their workers get paid even if the owners/managers do not.

They need help, not a gift. Small business owners are the modern day pioneers, seeking their fortune not under the direction of others but on their own path. They put their financial future, and those of their workers, at the fate of their own wit and skill and drive. They “Go West� to seek new challenges without a safety net of unemployment insurance if things go sour. And they often do. Only two of three businesses see their third anniversary.

Many are actually showing paper profits by that point, but falter and close because of the red band of debt they carried in those early lean years.

Tacoma is home to some 30,000 businesses.

About 4,500 of them are behind on their taxes, totaling about $1.5 million in lost revenue for city programs. The city isn’t likely going to see all of that money since many of those tax-owers are either out of business or otherwise unlikely to ever get their account current without a little help.

The city’s plan would do just that.

The plan under review would allow businesses to clean their tax debt through an amnesty program that is common in many urban landscapes in the nation. Businesses could avoid any late fees and interest if they pay their current tax burden, and potentially have half of their penalties forgiven if the debt hasn’t already gone to collections. In return for voluntarily coming forward with efforts to pay their business taxes and penalties, the city would only review four years of the business’ ledgers for other potential unpaid accounts.

It’s a gamble on both sides. Businesses gamble that a review won’t uncover more fees and city tax collectors are gambling that businesses will step forward voluntarily, avoiding the expense of auditing businesses in hopes of finding ways to gain dollars for city coffers.

Projections suggest the city would receive about 25 percent of its estimated uncollected taxes.

Receiving $350,000 from an amnesty program, therefore, is more prudent than spending time and taxpayer dollars to attempt to collect the full amount.

Some money now is better than potentially receiving no money, ever.

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ASK THE COMMISSIONER, ‘WHY?’

By Don C. Brunell Imagine you have a product that customers love. It’s top quality, affordable and meets or exceeds all state and federal benefit standards. Better yet, your product fills a void in the marketplace that left people vulnerable and unprotected.

Now, half a million people in Washington use your product and your customers gladly buy it year after year.

Nevertheless, a government regulator steps in and tries to put you out of business.

Why? That’s a good question.

The product we’re talking about is health insurance coverage for people who work for small businesses. They’re called association health plans and the regulator after them is Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler.

Association health plans (AHPs) passed the legislature with strong bipartisan support and were signed into law by Gov. Lowry (D) in 1995. They were designed to help small employers provide high-quality, affordable health insurance for their employees and families. The law allows associations to band their small member companies together so they have the same purchasing power as big companies.

Today, 20 years later, AHPs are working well. More than a half million people in Washington are insured through AHPs, and small employers are clearly happy with their plans. In fact, many AHPs report that more than 90 percent

of the employers renew their coverage.

The success of AHPs is not surprising.

People covered by association health plans have access to top doctor and hospital networks, and they cannot be denied coverage because of a preexisting condition. In fact, all the benefits mandated by state and federal law, including the Affordable Care Act (ACA), are covered.

AHPs also provide a level of support and service not otherwise available to small employers. The ability to offer high quality, affordable health coverage through association health plans helps small employers compete with large employers for the best employees.

AHPs fill a critical void in the marketplace. Historically, 40-45 percent of the employers in association health plans previously couldn’t afford to provide health coverage for their employees. Now they can, thanks to the foresight of Gov. Lowry and the legislature.

In fact, national surveys of health insurance in 2011 and 2012 by AHIP, a national insurance trade association, ranked Washington the second most affordable state in the nation for firms with five or fewer employees and fifth most affordable for firms with 50 or fewer employees.

Interestingly, the Affordable Care Act doesn’t require small employers to provide health insurance for their employees, but thousands of Washington small businesses can – and do – because of association health plans.

If AHPs provide such high-quality, affordable health coverage, why does the Commissioner want to get rid of them?

That’s a good question.

In reality, Commissioner Kreidler prefers single payer, government-run health care like the Canadian system.

When he moved to undermine AHPs in 2007, the Court ruled he did not have the legal authority to do so. But apparently that was just a bump in the road for him.

If small employers are happy with their association health plans and half a million people have good coverage because of AHPs, why is the Commissioner unhappy?

That’s a good question.

President Obama’s goal in the Affordable Care Act is for nearly every American to have health insurance, whether through the private market or a government program. It is something we can all agree on.

But rather than applaud AHPs for providing coverage, Kreidler is moving against them, stripping people of their coverage. In these uncertain times when the Affordable Care Act is struggling and key parts of it are being challenged in court, that just doesn’t make sense.

Don Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He recently retired as president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and now lives in Vancouver. He can be contacted at theBrunells@msn.com.

IN SOLIDARITY WITH CHINESE BRIDES ACTIVISTS

By Laura Finley

I write this having just returned from a nonviolent protest in which I wore my bridal gown smeared with fake blood.

How ironic that it was exactly that type of action that led to the arrest and now 38-day imprisonment of five Chinese domestic violence and human rights activists.

Initially, 10 Chinese women were arrested on March 6, 2015 and five remain in detention as of April 12, 2015.

Li Tingting, 25; Wu Rongrong, 30; Zheng Churan, 25; Wei Tingting, 26; and Wang Man, 33, wore bridal gowns covered with fake blood in an effort to raise awareness about domestic violence. They were also organizing a public campaign against the sexual harassment of women on public transportation that would have taken place on March 8, International Women’s Day, and attempted to occupy men’s restrooms in an effort to prompt officials to build more women’s facilities.

Additionally, the detained are all well known activists for LGBT equality. Wu and her colleagues had used performance art, shaved their heads to protest barriers to higher education for women, and other nonviolent forms of activism.

These women have been unjustly held in prison for more than a month and are being held for at least another seven days while prosecutors decide whether to bring charges that could result in prison

sentences of up to five years. Some reports have stated that the women had been denied medical access at points in their incarceration. In addition, CNN reported that Chinese authorities raided the office of a non-governmental organization that had supported the women.

While the issue hasn’t received nearly as much attention as it should have, Hillary Clinton posted on Monday, April 6 on Twitter: “The detention of women’s activists in #China must end. This is inexcusable.� Clinton and others have noted the ironic timing of the repression of female activists, as this year marks the 20th anniversary of the Fourth World Congress on Women that was held in Beijing. It was at that conference that Clinton famously announced, “Women’s rights are human rights.� Similarly, UN Ambassador Samantha Power tweeted: “In China speaking out against sexual harassment is ‘creating a disturbance.’ Disturbance is restricting NGOs fighting for universal rights.�

As a nonviolent activist who seeks to raise awareness about dating, domestic and sexual violence and to promote appropriate legal and community-based responses to these problems, I am deeply concerned that the arrest of these women will have a chilling effect on activism in China and beyond. We know it is only through the tireless work of so many activists, female and male, before us that domestic violence is illegal in the U.S.

and in many other countries. Yet this work remains tremendously important, as an estimated one-third of the world’s women will endure an abusive relationship during her lifetime. Despite legislation, there are an estimated 1,300 domestic violence murders in the U.S. each year. China had drafted its first domestic violence legislation in fall 2014, amidst data that shows some 40 percent of women who are married or in a relationship had suffered from abuse.

It was not until 2001 that physical abuse was accepted as grounds for divorce in China.

I implore all who read this to express their support for these women and to call on China to release them. Activists are using the hashtags #FreeTheFive and #FreeBeijing20Five to offer support.

People can also contact the U.S. State Department to encourage their continued action on the behalf of these nonviolent activists. Learn how to take immediate action to address the women’s health concerns in prison at www.amnestyusa. org/sites/default/files/uaa05415_1.pdf.

For additional information about South Florida dating and domestic violence activism, see www.collegebrideswalk. com.

Laura Finley, Ph.D., teaches in the Barry University Department of Sociology & Criminology and is syndicated by PeaceVoice.

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Letter to the Editor Dear Editor, (Re: “Council voices concerns, support about leasing Click!� by Steve Dunkelberger, TW April 10, 2015) In 1997, Tacoma created Click! – a public service offering both Internet and cable – because we were tired of inferior service from a for-profit cable company. It was a good idea then, and it’s a good idea now.

Having laid miles of fiber-optic cable, our investment has paid off, and many Comcast customers desperately wish they get could get Click. So why is current Tacoma

Public Utilities (TPU) management trying to privatize our Click! Network?

For one, it is easier to manage electric and water delivery that 120 years of investment in dams and water rights by Tacomans has made both cheap and without competition. Easy business. But Click! actually requires a business model in which TPU wins customers. It means that our utility executives must become more effective.

Now that’s hard work.

Now TPU execs tell us that Click! offering Internet

and cable is losing a (relatively) small amount of money.

But‌if we turn over our public investment to Wave, that private company can – over 10 years – afford to pay TPU executives $80 million, invest $60 million in upgrades and make a profit too?

Wow! The question is this: Is Click! the problem or is it TPU’s management?

Tom McCarthy Tacoma

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And what about the enjoyment of those princesses, you might ask? “[We] kept smiling and waving and having so much fun. The rain actually made us closer. We hugged each other to keep warm, and ran to the bus for shelter.

Then the sunshine made it even better when it came out for us in Puyallup,” Sok said.

For Stadium High School’s Princess Pelumi Ajibade, that rain and hail meant a lot more than just a soggy float, but a measurement of their success in the face of adversity.

“I thought that first leg just exemplified all that we do as a big yellow family. Those struggles that we faced… the hail and the rain mixed with the blue sky is stressful, yes, but we kept a smile on our faces the entire time.”

The parade serves as the highlight of the tremendous journey the princesses embark on over the course of their senior year in high school. Mt. Tahoma High School’s Princess Shannon Woods could tell you all about it.

“This was the highlight for me because it was fun to see our community come as a whole to celebrate a great tradition. The absolute joy of experiencing this with my 23 sisters was phenomenal.”

Those 23 Daffodil Princesses have run quite the gauntlet: they were selected by their respective high schools of origin in October and November, went through princess trainings in December and January, made their official debut with Princess Promenade in February, and celebrated the official Coronation for the Queen of the Festival year in March.

So far, these intrepid young achievers have taken part in over 186 public appearances as princesses of the Daffodil Festival, including regular volunteering opportunities with Pierce County Libraries and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Pierce County. Recently, they met with servicemen and women at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, a partnership partially fostered by the festival’s annual “Celebrating Military Service” parade, an event occurring each summer since 2013.

Juggling these royal responsibilities with the tasks that come with finishing up high school, such as college acceptances, AP classes, and graduation, is no easy feat, but for these special high school seniors, it’s just one more way to give back to the community that has supported them the whole way.

When you ask the princesses what made the parade so special for them, you’ll see reflected that same sense of service and community.

For Princess Emily, it was seeing just who was lining the parade route.

“During all four cities, it was very easy to see that all the children were really excited about the princesses coming around… but what really brought tears to my eyes was seeing the elders straighten in their seats when the queen’s float came by, and they started waving just as enthusiastically as the kids, the biggest grins on their faces.”

It made her reflect on how extensive the festival’s involvement in the community has been over the past eight decades. “It made me wonder how long they’ve been going to the parades; if maybe they remember their first princess from when they were little, how much this has been such a joy in their life.”

Princess Nicole Ripley, from Henry Foss High School, saw it as a challenge to still connect with everyone along the parade route, just like she had been doing before in her princess career thus far. “I really like to use my position as a princess to connect with people on an individual level, and make them feel important personally. That is very hard to do when hundreds line the street, so I did my best.”

How, exactly? “Princess Shannon says I looked as though I were about to fall off the float, because I was leaning out so far to really create that ‘I’m here for you’ feeling.”

Princess Maddi Gordon, from Wilson High School, was floored by the whole experience. “It was unbelievable… I honestly can’t even describe the feeling. It’s like joy, excitement, thankfulness, surprise, just so many emotions at such an elevated level.”

What inspired this speechlessness? “It was crazy… such a tremendous amount of people who supported us and what we do, and I didn’t know that many people cared, let alone knew. It was just an immense feeling of love and gratitude.”

For Princess Pelumi, the parade was just another means of spreading the love.

“I think that even this parade in itself was a way of giving back. We took all that service that we have done… we went out to our community, and I believe the Festival is like a big thank you.”

The reach of that community-wide “thank you” was in part enabled by the Daffodil Festival’s continuing partnership with KING 5 News for the second year, broadcasting two full hours of the event on air via sister channel KONG 6/16. The television event was, in part, narrated by Daffodil mainstay Chris Egan, who also helped host the Daffodil Festival Coronation this past March in Tacoma’s Pantages Theater. Festival royalty alumnae were also present on parade day, helping carry the banners for the Daffodil Festival, as well as riding on the festival’s traveling float, looking beautiful in blue against the lighthouse at its center. The continued presence of past princesses in the festival experience is one of the most notable extensions of the leadership experience gained through the program.

Parade day also served as the second year of the Daffodil 5k Challenge, conducted by gregarious alumnae charging through the rain to mark off the course. There were some difficulties, as growing pains for the popular event of last year sought to repeat its success.

Once the parade was over, however, the work was not yet finished for the princesses. Their day was followed up by the Marine Parade on Sunday, made possible by the Daffodil Festival’s continued partnership with the Tacoma Yacht Club.

This is just one example of the busy schedule the princesses hold, which won’t be lessened once they start traveling to other festivals throughout the summer. The Daffodil Princesses serve as official ambassadors of Pierce County, as they have since 2012, as proclaimed by the Pierce County Council earlier this year.

Princess Athena is excited for this additional opportunity to spread the word about the great things going on in Pierce County. “I’m excited for the out-of-town parades. I loved meeting the princesses from different festivals at our parade, and I can’t wait to meet them… It’s interesting to find out what other communities are doing, and it’s always great to spread the word about service.”

But for now, Princess Kaitlin Ringus, from Fife High School is still relishing the joy of the parade. “Coming to the parade years after, I will always connect with those princesses on the float and feel that huge sense of community. I will definitely keep coming back… I just feel like I belong here.”

PHOTOS BY STEVE JAMES

HAPPY DAYS. The Daffodil Parade is wonderful in its variety of participants – bag-

pipers, local Native American leaders like Puyallup Tribal Chairman Bill Sterud, servicemen and women, and pirates that the kids loved to see.

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get tickets now For nw Furniture BAnk’s AnnuAl cHAir AFFAir event NW Furniture Bank’s annual “Chair Affair”auction is just around the corner. NW Furniture Bank helps restore hope, dignity and stability in our community by recycling donated furniture to people in need. Thanks to the generosity of past sponsors and attendees, the event have raised over $450,000 since its inception. These gifts help provide furniture for more than 120 individual families per month.

The 6th annual Chair Affair will be held on Friday, April 24 at 117 Puyallup Ave., Tacoma, where the warehouse will be transformed into a beautiful venue for the evening’s event.

Attendees will also be able to get a clear sense of how money donated provides real help and hope to people in our community.

“What I like about the Chair Affair is that it is a community social function, not simply a fundraiser. People in our community come together, have a good time, and together we accomplish a very worthwhile mission,” said Bill Lemke, cofounder and executive director of NW Furniture Bank.

“Chair Affair” 2015 will auction off many unique items and events, including one-of-a-kind chairs, chests/trunks, end tables, and other home accessories crafted by local artists. “Seats Around Town” will feature VIP seats to sporting events; casual and fine dining, including a Chef ’s Wine Dinner at El Gaucho; entertainment for adults and kids; and theater events, among others. The Museum of Glass Hot Shop artists created and gifted a one-ofa-kind glass chair for this year’s auction. Other live auction packages include a “Dream Vacation” – two tickets anywhere Alaska Airlines flies, along with a one week condo stay – and a “Seahawks Tailgate Package,” tickets to a Seahawks game with a Press Box visit. There will be over 70 live and silent auctions to bid on, something for every interest and

Pierce county Project AcceSS Helping to improve Access to HeAltHcAre For low-income, uninsured pAtients

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ASSISTANCE. Pierce County Project Access employees include Ben Akimana, (back left), Vanessa Kitt (back right), Wendy Pantoja (front left) and Caroline Pedersen (front right).

By Derek Shuck

COURTESY OF CHAIR AFFAIRT

GLASS ELEGANCE. The

Museum of Glass Hot Shop artists created and gifted this exquisite, one-of-a-kind glass chair for this year’s auction.

in every price range.

Come enjoy live music, drinks and delectable hors d’oeuvres and desserts from area restaurants such as Pacific Grill Events & Catering, Snuffin’s Catering, Dirty Oscar’s Annex and Ammar’s Mediterranean Grill.

To register and purchase tickets, go to www.ChairAffair.org.

NW Furniture Bank assists the homeless, low-income, victims of domestic violence, individuals in substance abuse recovery programs, older foster children, victims of natural disasters and others. It works with more than 100 agencies in Pierce and South King County to provide furniture for individuals and families a place to sit, a place to sleep, and a place to eat. Since 2007, NW Furniture Bank has helped over 14,000 people move off the floor, onto furniture and on the path to rebuilding their lives. Learn more about NW Furniture Bank at www.nwfurniturebank.org.

Derek@tacomaweekly.com

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ealth issues can be as much of a financial issue as they are a physical issue. However, groups like Pierce County Project Access are dedicated to connecting patients with financial hardships to volunteer providers in the county.

Pierce County Project Access is a non-profit that has partnered with over 600 medical providers throughout the county in a multitude of fields to provide healthcare for uninsured Pierce County residents making up to 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Level. To date, PCPA has helped facilitate more than $15 million in donated care.

“Generosity exists in every community; you just have to figure out how to find it. If you organize it well, if you gain trust as an organization and have character and integrity, folks are going to come to the table and partner with you,” organizer Leanne Noren said.

Last year, 245 people were enrolled in the program. This was half of what PCPA did last year due to several different factors, including Washington State’s expanding of Medicaid and the full implementation of the Affordable Care Act. There are still 40,000 to 50,000 uninsured people in Pierce County who Project Access is trying to reach.

“There are people in our community that need help, there are people in our community who can help them, lets figure out a way to get them together,” Noren said.

A huge part of that success is due to Pierce County Medical Society, a major driver to get

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this started from the beginning, whose goal to promote the health and well being of the citizens of Pierce County and to support the educational and professional needs of its members coincides nicely with the mission of the PCPA. Next fall, PCPA is looking to re-open its Premium Assistance program for Pierce County residents eligible for a health plan but can’t quite manage monthly payments associated with the plan. PCPA will take care of the monthly payments while the patient is responsible for other insurance payments, like co-pays. To qualify for the premium program, patients must have been a resident of pierce county for at least three months, make up to 350 percent of the federal poverty line and be eligible to purchase a plan on health plan finder.

“Project Access, the provider and the patient all really work together. If we are just doing our job with the patients, the patient is doing their job with the provider and the provider is continuing their relationship with Project Access, it works out for everyone,” Noren said. “The concept nationally is to develop a network of health care providers, to equally distribute donated care amongst your community.”

It’s that community feeling that pushes PCPA employees to continue these relationships for this year and beyond.

“Everyone puts in what they have and before you know it you have a soup where everyone contributed to nourishing your community. It’s that idea that drives the organization,” Noren said.

For more information on the Pierce County Project Access, call (253) 572-7265 or visit www. pcmswa.org/pierce-county-project-access.

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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.”

SALISH INTEGRATIVE ONCOLOGY CARE CENTER Tribe opens state-of-the-art cancer center in Fife The Puyallup Tribe of Indians has opened a new, state-of-the-art cancer care clinic in Fife.

Named the Salish Integrative Oncology Care Center (SIOCC), it is housed in the first floor of the Trans Pacific building that the Tribe has purchased, located at the Interstate 5/Port of Tacoma exit.

“It is with full honor and dignity of our Tribal Council, tribal members, reservation and ancestors that I announce the opening of the Salish Integrative Oncology Care Center,” said Puyallup Tribal Chairman Bill Sterud, noting that the center is the first Tribal-owned cancer care center in Indian Country and the United States. Opening the center fulfills the Puyallup Tribe’s vision of bringing integrative cancer care to Native Americans and non-Native Americans alike and to participate in cancer research.

The Tribe’s goal is to target national and regional Native Americans fighting cancer. Although SIOCC serves non-Native individuals wanting an integrative approach for cancer treatment, this treatment will not diminish the services provided to Native Americans. Quite the opposite, as treating non-Natives will help ensure a viable and robust program for the underserved Native population.

The 8,200-square-foot cancer center has 23 infusion chairs and features numerous amenities to make patients’ time there as comfortable as possible. For example, to help instill a serene atmosphere and peace of mind for patients, chemotherapy treatment rooms offer beautiful views of the majestic Mount Rainier. Outdoor treatment areas will be available in the spring and summer months.

SIOCC is staffed by board-certified medical oncologists and naturopathic oncologists, as well as natural cancer care and complementary cancer care practitioners who are experts in providing innovative treatment for most types of cancer.

“As the indigenous keepers of the Puyallup Tribe Indian Reservation, we have a strong ancestral bond with nature and creation. We believe that natural healing through traditional roots, berries, herbs and traditional healing can blend with modern oncology practices,” said Chairman Sterud.

It is with the foundation of “integrative medicine” that the Puyallup Tribe hired the former providers of Seattle Cancer Treatment and Wellness Center to build upon traditional oncology (chemotherapy, radiation and other pharmaceutical treatments) with whole person integrative medicine, including

Named the Salish Integrative Oncology Care Center (SIOCC), it is housed in the first floor of the Trans Pacific building the Tribe has purchased, located at the Interstate 5/Port of Tacoma exit.

naturopathy, acupuncture, Chinese medicine and Native American treatments.

“Most of our allopathic community doesn’t believe in how we practice medicine with complementary care,” said Kim M. Sunner, practice administrator. “However, the Puyallup Tribe, which has operated the Puyallup Tribal Health Authority since the early 1970’s, wants to build upon the established and proven success record that mixes traditional and natural healing.”

Medical Oncologist Dr. Paolo Paciucci spoke in gratitude for the Puyallup Tribe’s vision and their resolution to sponsor an integrated oncologic care center in a setting of restorative tranquility and to have chosen the providers of the Seattle Cancer Treatment and Wellness Center team to carry out this vision.

“I am very excited to continue to work with a group of people that practice cancer medicine in a setting that is quite different from that of com-

partmentalized, often fractured and ‘institutionalized’ model of larger oncology centers,” said Dr. Paciucci. “I have come to appreciate the kindness, humanistic and personal care that is delivered by this group of practitioners, nurses, coordinators and patient navigators whose foremost goal is that of delivering individualized and compassionate state-of-the-art medicine.”

As Dr. Paciucci pointed out, one does not “cure” ailments with infusions of drugs only. “The friendly atmosphere, the attentive dedication of a team of professionals and the concurrent treatments imparted by a group of exceptional naturopathic practitioners help shatter the negative mythology associated with ‘cancer’ and its often fearful implications,” he said.

For more information on the Salish Integrative Oncology Center, call Lauree Ombrellaro, Transition Manager, at (253) 382-6300 or visit www.SalishOncology.com.

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

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t Spring Fling From page A1

L’Arche isn’t a typical farm, as their mission is to offer a safe and welcoming environment that provides meaningful yet challenging farm work to persons with developmental disabilities. L’Arche Farm workers work in an integrated setting with people of a variety of abilities and gifts where everyone is affirmed and everyone is respected and encouraged to succeed.

The mission of the farm is “Growing People, Growing Plants.�

The six-acre L’Arche Farm sells its products

at three Tacoma Farmer’s Markets: in Proctor, on 6th Ave. and in downtown Tacoma. Not only is the farm present at numerous community events (holiday craft fairs, fair trade craft shows, church plant sales) they also have hundreds of volunteers come to work at the farm throughout the year – fourth graders, high school students, college students, and adults of all ages and a variety of backgrounds.

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The farms will be hosting a “Spring Fling� on April 25, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at its location, 11716 Vickery Ave. E., Tacoma. This will be the opening day of the greenhouses for the season, and L’Arche will have deals on vegetable and herb starts, annuals, perennials and hanging baskets as well as paper making and more family entertainment. After its “Spring Fling� L’Arche’s greenhouses will be open every weekend thru the end of June.

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has launched a fundraising campaign, the “Legacy in Motion Project,” to raise the necessary $1.5 million by Aug. 14.

Linden launched Step by Step 18 years ago, and over the years she has built connections and relationships with charitable foundations, philanthropists and generous businesses that she is currently working with to help secure the funds. She’s counting on the broader community as well to pitch in by donating at www.LegacyInMotionProject.org, and she’s confident the goal will be reached.

“I feel really good about it,” she said. “Four years ago, I started moving forward with the board with this vision. I feel like it’s going to happen.”

For nearly two decades Step by Step has been doing its good work without a lot of publicity such that its name is probably not familiar to most locals. Since 1997, the organization has served more than 10,000 families in Pierce, King and Snohomish counties and now is looking to grow and expand its reach through the opportunities that the Van Lierop property will offer.

With its historic home, outbuildings and barns, Linden has big plans for the property, which would take Step by Step’s mission to the next level by creating jobs for its clients and generating revenue for the organization as well. One building on the property is zoned for a 50-seat restaurant and there’s plenty of room for perhaps a catering operation, an outdoor marketplace, a gift shop, Internet-based businesses, and also ample room for large weddings and receptions, church gatherings, family reunions...the options are endless. These are the types of visions Linden and the

Step by Step board see on the horizon, and they are committed to making them happen.

“I got into this because I have a real desire to help women have healthy babies and to parent well in those very critical months of a child’s life,” Linden said, herself the mother of seven daughters ages 6 to 20.

Step by Step serves about 1,500 women at any given time from Everett to Olympia, with most of them residing in Pierce County.

About 25 nurses, dieticians and counselors are on staff to work in the homes of these low-income women from the beginning of their pregnancy until their baby is one year old. Building a relationship based on trust is key. Step by Step has housing available in Tacoma, and housing will not be available on the Van Lierop property.

“It’s one thing to have a healthy baby, and it’s another thing to bond in the first months but how then do they provide for their children? Not all of them are single parents

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HOME CARE. (Left) Step by Step serves women from Everett to Olympia, with most of them residing in

Pierce County. About 25 nurses, dieticians and counselors, like Linsey Singleton MSW (shown here), are on staff to work in the homes of these low-income women from the beginning of their pregnancy until their baby is one year old. (Right) Having had seven daughters, Step by Step founder and executive director Krista Linden knows a lot about raising babies.

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“We don’t look at anything we do here as longterm in that it’s really the catalyst to get them to the next level,” Linden said.

“We’re really trying to address as many issues as we can during pregnancy and the first year. Sometimes that’s all they need.”

On Saturday, May 9 – the day before Mother’s Day – the public will have the perfect opportunity to see firsthand what Step by Step is all about at an open house at the Van Lierop Bulb Farm, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It’s free to attend, with food and gifts available for purchase. The day will include Mother’s Day tea and café

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SPORTSWATCH

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Brokenshire rose to local stardom that night defeating Erosa in a thunderous five round main event. Despite suffering a loss in Russia and the rematch against Erosa, Brokenshire feels that his setbacks will only help him grow as fighter.

Tickets for Super Fight League 40 are on sale now through the Emerald Queen Casino box office as well as all Ticketmaster locations and start at only $35. Fans are encouraged to reserve their seats early, as this event will sell out. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. with the first bout scheduled for 7:00 p.m. Super Fight League America 40 is brought to you by Brian Halquist Productions and CageSport MMA. For more information, please visit halquistproductions.com as well as the CageSport MMA Facebook page.

STEPHENS-BROWN NAMED NWC MEN’S FIELD ATHLETE OF THE WEEK LAKES SENIOR EARNS NATIONAL ATHLETIC TRAINING SCHOLARSHIP

Lakes High School senior Mac Downing has earned the Jack Cramer Scholarship from the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA). The $2,000 scholarship is the only high school scholarship given by NATA. Downing submitted three essays: one 500-word essay on why he wanted to become a certified athletic trainer; a 100-word narrative snapshot on what he believes he’ll be doing in five years; and a 300-word essay explaining the vision of his future athletic training program.

“I want to influence the lives of everyone who comes into the training room,” said Downing, who plans to attend Louisiana State University and enroll in the athletic training program. “I want my program to encompass more than just training.”

This school year Lakes began offering a sports medicine program for students interested in pursuing a health care career.

“It’s exciting to have one of my students earn this prestigious scholarship,” said Heather Brown, Lakes’ sports medicine teacher and head athletic trainer. “It really elevates the sports medicine program.” NATA will fly Downing and a parent to the NATA conference June 23-27 where he’ll receive his scholarship.

FIRST TEE SOUTH PUGET SOUND TO HOLD SCHOOL SKILLS CHALLENGE

On April 19, 2015 the First Tee of South Puget Sound will be holding their second annual School Skills Challenge and are inviting students from 31 local schools to participate in a golf competition. These 31 schools teach the First Tee golf and life skill curriculum in their PE classes.

The School Skills Challenge will be on Sunday, April 19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Meadow Park Golf Course in Tacoma. The students participate in putting, chipping, pitching, and long drive competitions. First Tee will also have stations where students will test their life skills. For example, do students remember what integrity is and how they can show integrity at school and at home? There will be individual winners for each competition but most exciting of all the winning school will take home the big trophy to display until next year.

This event is a lot of fun for the whole family. First Tee invites everyone to join and watch while enjoying a free BBQ lunch. It is a great way for students of Tacoma Public Schools to meet and enjoy time together. For more information go to theFirstTeeSouthPugetSound.org.

LOGGERS’ WHITEHALL CONTINUES TORRID SOPHOMORE TRACK SEASON

Allanah Whitehall has been named the Northwest Conference Women’s Track Student-Athlete of the Week, the conference announced on Tuesday. This is the second time this season she has earned the honor.

Whitehall broke her own Puget Sound record in the 100meter dash by finishing in 12.02 seconds at the Pacific Luau Invitational on April 11. Whitehall set the previous record of 12.05 earlier this season. She also tied her own record in the 200-meter dash (25.06).

Whitehall ranks in the nation’s top-10 fastest times in the 100-m and top-25 fastest times in the 200-m.

Whitehall and the Loggers look to break more records as they travel to Ellensburg, Washington for the Spike Art Invitational on Saturday, April 18.

BUFFALO SOLDIERS MOTORCYCLE CLUB TO HOST BOXING TOURNEY BENEFIT

The Seattle-Tacoma branch of the Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club will hold its first annual Buffalo Soldiers Boxing Tournament Saturday, April 25 at the Al Davies Boys and Girls Club. First gloves touch at 7 p.m. A $10 or more donation is requested for admission and all of the proceeds are scheduled to go toward funding youth boxing at the Tacoma Boxing Club.

TACOMA’S BROKENSHIRE LOOKING TO REBOUND AT SUPER FIGHT LEAGUE AMERICA 40

On Saturday, April 25, live from the Emerald Queen Casino in Tacoma, Drew Brokenshire (10-3) will step into the Super Fight League cage once again. The man known as “The Eternal Fire” will be looking to fight his way to another championship opportunity against the alwaysdangerous Jason Gray (4-1) of Enumclaw, Washington.

Over the past three years, perhaps no Northwest fighter has gained more of a following than Brokenshire. His raucous fans pack the I-5 showroom every time he fights, cheering loudly for the Tacoma native. But this time will be different. After suffering submission losses in each of his last two bouts, Brokenshire knows he needs to win this one.

“I’m very excited to get back on the winning track and Jason is in my way,” said Brokenshire. “Wrestling has always been my Achilles heel in the past, so facing a strong wrestler like Jason adds extra motivation.”

Brokenshire can never be accused of taking easy fights. In August 2014, Brokenshire traveled to Russia to fight Bellator MMA’s savvy veteran Alexander Sarnavskiy (30-3) in his hometown. In February, Brokenshire brought his talents back to the EQC to battle Super Fight League America Lightweight and Featherweight Champion Julian

Tevon Stephens-Brown has been undefeated this season in the shot put, and his performance at April 11’s Pacific Luau Invitational in that event, as well as the hammer and discus, earned the senior Northwest Conference Men’s Field Student-Athlete of the Week honors.

Stephens-Brown claimed his sixth straight shot put crown on Saturday while climbing to ninth in the NCAA Div. III rankings with a mark of 16.1 meters (52-10). He also climbed to 26th on the national leaderboard in the hammer after placing second with a throw of 52.5 meters (172-3). He came in third in the discus with a mark of 42.06 meters (138-0).

The PLU track & field teams will travel to Ellensburg on Saturday, April 18 to compete in the Spike Arlt Invitational before heading to Newberg, Oregon the following weekend for the NWC Championships.

Pacific Lutheran senior Curtis Wildung received national catcher of the week honors and the PLU baseball team made its way up a pair of national polls Tuesday.

PLU’S WILDUNG NAMED CATCHER OF THE WEEK AS LUTES CLIMB RANKINGS

Wildung was named to the catcher slot of the d3baseball. com Team of the Week after tallying four doubles out of his five hits in seven at bats while starting two of PLU’s three games behind the plate over the weekend. He drove in three runs and scored four while adding a walk and a stolen base as PLU swept a three-game Northwest Conference series against cross-town rival Puget Sound. He finished the weekend with a .714 batting average, .750 on-base percentage and 1.286 slugging percentage.

Meanwhile the Lutes, who have won five straight games to improve to 23-8 this season, climbed to one spot outside the top 25 in the latest d3baseball.com poll. The Lutes also moved up in the Collegiate Baseball Newspaper poll, jumping from 23 to 18 in the latest Top-30 release.

Pacific Lutheran closes out the Northwest Conference regular season on Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19 with a three-game home series against Lewis & Clark. With at least two wins, the Lutes can clinch at least a share of their third NWC title since 2007 as well as the right to host the inaugural NWC Tournament April 24-26. The NWC Tournament is a double-elimination format featuring the top four teams in the NWC conference standings.

LUTES WRAP SERIES SWEEP OVER CROSSTOWN RIVAL PUGET SOUND

Six runs in the top of the ninth inning turned a one-run game into a 9-2 blowout as Pacific Lutheran completed a three-game Northwest Conference series sweep against cross-town rival Puget Sound Sunday, April 12.

Back-to-back home runs by Collin Nilson and Tyler Thompson scored four runs to put the game away as PLU improved to 23-8 overall and 15-6 in Northwest Conference play. Puget Sound fell to 15-18 overall and 12-9 in the NWC. PLU holds a one-game lead and the tiebreaker advantage over Linfield in the conference standings heading into their final conference series.

Curtis Wildung finished the game 2-for-3 with his fourth double in his past two games. He also walked, stole a base and scored three runs. Thompson tallied two hits, including his fourth home run of the season, and Nilson cranked a three-run homer for his third of the year. Cory Nelson picked up the win with 3.2 perfect innings of relief to improve to 4-2 this season. Nickolas Alarcio tallied two hits for Puget Sound, while Collin Maier took the loss on the mound for the Loggers after allowing three earned runs in seven innings.

Puget Sound took a brief lead with its first run in the bottom of the second inning. Johnny Hosmer singled home Nathan Backes from second to make it 1-0 Loggers. PLU responded with two runs in the top of the third. Drew Oord led off with a single and Wildung walked to put two on.

After a wild pitch advanced both runners Connor Cantu and Jacob Bockelie each drove in a run on consecutive infield groundouts.

The Loggers tied it up in the bottom of the fourth inning, as Nick Funyak led off with a double and scored on a wild pitch. That tie was also short-lived, as PLU reclaimed the lead with a run in the top of the fifth. Wildung singled through the right side, stole second, advanced to third on a groundout and scored on a wild pitch.

It looked like that might be all the scoring for the game until the top of the ninth. Oord drew a one-out walk, and pinch runner Tanner Bogart advanced to second on a wild pitch. Wildung brought him home with a double, and the PLU catcher scored on a single up the middle by Landon Packard. A walk to Bockelie left two on base for Nilson to send the ball over the fence in left field, and Thompson followed with a homer of his own to make it 9-2 Lutes.

The win gave PLU head coach Geoff Loomis 316 for his career, one shy of tying former coach Larry Marshall for the program record.

BRAITHWAITE TAKES HOME NWC MULTI-EVENT GOLD FOR PUGET SOUND

Cameron Braithwaite topped nine other Northwest Conference competitors to win the NWC Multi-Events at Puget Sound on Tuesday, April 14. Braithwaite totaled 6,255 points through the two-day event. George Fox’s Alex Conchola was the next-closest competitor with 6,077 points.

On the women’s side, Emily Sheldon placed sixth out of 13 in the heptathlon with 3,793 points. George Fox’s Charity Arn won the event with 4,333 points.

Braithwaite cracked Puget Sound’s top-10 all-time mark in the pole vault by clearing 4.35 meters, which was good for first place. He also won the 100-meter dash by timing in at 11.46 seconds.

The junior from Port Angeles, Washington, placed second in the long jump (6.50 meters), and tied for second in the high jump (1.77 meters).

Sheldon’s best finish was third in the high jump, as she cleared 1.53 meters. She placed sixth in two events: the 200-meter dash (27.90 seconds) and the 800-meter un (2:33.22).

TACOMA’S HOT TICKETS APRIL 16 - 25 THURSDAY, APRIL 16 – SOCCER Capital vs. Lincoln s Lincoln Bowl – 7 p.m.

THURSDAY, APRIL 16 – SOCCER Mt. Tahoma vs. Wilson Stadium Bowl – 7:15 p.m.

FRIDAY, APRIL 17 – SOCCER Central Kitsap vs. Foss Mt. Tahoma Stadium – 6:30 p.m.

FRIDAY, APRIL 17 – BASEBALL Bethel vs. Wilson s Wilson HS – 4 p.m.

FRIDAY, APRIL 17 – BASEBALL Orting vs. Foss s Foss HS – 4 p.m.

FRIDAY, APRIL 17 – BASEBALL Mt. Tahoma vs. Bellarmine Bellarmine HS – 4 p.m.

FRIDAY, APRIL 17 – BASEBALL El Paso vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium – 7:05 p.m.

SATURDAY, APRIL 18 – BASEBALL Lewis & Clark vs. PLU PLU – Doubleheader – 12 p.m.

SATURDAY, APRIL 18 – BASEBALL TCC vs. Pierce Pierce College – Doubleheader – 1 p.m.

SATURDAY, APRIL 18 – BASEBALL El Paso vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium – 5:05 p.m.

SATURDAY, APRIL 18 – DIRT RACING AMSOIL Arenacross s Tacoma Dome – 7 p.m.

SUNDAY, APRIL 19 – DIRT RACING AMSOIL Arenacross s Tacoma Dome – 12 p.m.

SUNDAY, APRIL 19 – BASEBALL Lewis & Clark vs. PLU s PLU – 12 p.m.

SUNDAY, APRIL 19 – BASEBALL Pierce vs. TCC TCC Minnitti Field – Doubleheader – 1 p.m.

SUNDAY, APRIL 19 – BASEBALL El Paso vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium – 1:35 p.m.

MONDAY, APRIL 20 – BASEBALL El Paso vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium – 6:05 p.m.

TUESDAY, APRIL 21 – BASEBALL Albuquerque vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium – 6:05 p.m.

TUESDAY, APRIL 21 – SOCCER Foss vs. Mt. Tahoma Mt. Tahoma Stadium – 6:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22 – BASEBALL Albuquerque vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium – 7:05 p.m.

THURSDAY, APRIL 23 – SOCCER Central Kitsap vs. Lincoln Lincoln Bowl – 7 p.m.

THURSDAY, APRIL 23 – BASEBALL Albuquerque vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium – 7:05 p.m.

FRIDAY, APRIL 24 – SOCCER Capital vs. Foss Mt. Tahoma Stadium – 6:30 p.m.

FRIDAY, APRIL 24 – BASEBALL Albuquerque vs. Tacoma Rainiers Cheney Stadium – 7:05 p.m.

SATURDAY, APRIL 25 – BASEBALL Green River vs. TCC TCC Minnitti Field – Doubleheader – 1 p.m.

SATURDAY, APRIL 25 – MARTIAL ARTS Super Fight League America 40 Emerald Queen Casino – 7 p.m.

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USGA AnnoUnceS SpectAtor GUidelineS For U.S. open In its preparation to conduct the first U.S. Open in the Pacific Northwest, the United States Golf Association has released detailed spectator information that will assist anyone who plans to attend the championship.

To be held June 15-21, 2015 at Chambers Bay, a municipal course in University Place, the 115th U.S. Open Championship will welcome an anticipated 250,000 weekly spectators. The course is located 9 miles west of Tacoma and 39 miles south of Seattle.

Included in the 2015 Spectator Guide, found at usopen.com/knowbeforeyougo, is a detailed transportation plan prepared in conjunction with the lead law enforcement agency, the Pierce County Sherriff ’s Department, and other local and state agencies. More than 21,000 satellite parking spaces have been secured in the local area, providing the public with free parking and complimentary shuttle service directly to the championship grounds. “The transportation plan for the 2015 U.S. Open at Chambers Bay is the result of countless hours and an 18-month collaboration with community officials,� said Hank Thompson, director of U.S. Open administration for the USGA. “We are confident, after hosting many championships in small communities, that this plan will minimize delays for local residents while ensuring safe and orderly parking and shuttle services for all attendees.�

EvEnt PArking And routES to thE ChAmPionShiP

The spectator routing system will use more than 150 trail signs deployed throughout the area and 290 shuttle buses to help ensure trouble-free travel to and from the championship.

For the week of the U.S. Open Championship, all general spectators traveling by car should follow signs to one of two local, complimentary general spectator parking lots. The Red lot will be located at the Washington State Fairgrounds in Puyallup, Wash., and the Blue Lot will be located at Fort Steilacoom Park in Lakewood. Shuttles will run continuously beginning at 5:30 a.m. each day, and continue for one hour following the conclusion of play.

Spectators traveling from points north and east of the City of University Place will be directed to I-5 South, I-405 South and WA-18 West, following championship trail signage to the Red Lot. The shuttle commute to and from the Red Lot and Chambers Bay is expected to take 30 minutes, based on traffic.

Spectators departing from points west (Gig Harbor/Key Peninsula) or from points south utilizing I-5 North are advised to proceed to the Blue Lot, with an anticipated 25-minute commute to and from the course.

Spectators and local residents wishing to be dropped off near the championship will utilize the Passenger, Taxi or Limousine Drop-Off Zone, located at Sunset Primary School, accessed via Beckonridge Drive. Only 12-passenger and smaller vehicles are permitted to utilize the Drop-Off Zone. From the school, spectators will have a short five to 10-minute walk to access Gate two.

No spectator or disabled spectator parking will be available in the

immediate vicinity of the golf course.

All other parking is by permit only.

Parking restrictions surrounding the championship grounds and within the City of University Place will be closely monitored and enforced.

Information on road closures will be released at a later date.

Handicap-accessible parking spaces will be available at all championship parking areas for vehicles displaying appropriate HP/DP license plates or placards. Individuals requiring lift-equipped transportation are encouraged to contact the Admissions Office at 1-800-698-0661 to obtain additional information.

Groups of spectators arriving at the championship by private coach bus or mini bus will be directed by law enforcement personnel to drop off passengers at the Red Lot (Washington State Fairgrounds), where U.S. Open shuttles will be available for transportation to and from the championship.

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Approximately 18,000 grandstand seats will be located at strategic viewing areas throughout the golf course.

Due to limited viewing along rope lines, spectators will be encouraged to utilize grandstand seating to view golf rather than following a specific group. The championship grounds at Chambers Bay have significant elevation changes and uneven surfaces, and proper footwear will be recommended.

All spectators and championship attendees will go through security screening prior to entering the championship grounds. A detailed list of prohibited items is included within the 2015 U.S. Open Spectator Guide, such as signs, food and beverage containers, oversized chairs and coolers. Bags or backpacks should be no larger than six inches wide by six inches tall by six inches deep in their natural state. Transparent bags no larger than 12 inches wide by 12 inches tall by six inches deep will be permitted.

Mobile devices smaller than seven inches will be permitted inside the championship grounds, as well as empty transparent, clear plastic water bottles no larger than 24 ounces in capacity. Cameras can only be used during practice rounds, Monday through Wednesday. Spectators can review course maps and complete guidelines in the 115th U.S. Open Spectator Guide at www.usopen. com/knowbeforeyougo.

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Tickets remain for all practiceround days, including a three-day Gallery practice-round ticket package for $100 per person. Daily Gallery practice-round tickets start at $50 for Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday and range up to $250 for a daily 1895 Club ticket. Buyers can purchase up to four tickets per day. Limited corporate hospitality packages are available for all championship days.

More information about the championship can be found on the recently redesigned usga.org. The official championship website, usopen.com, will launch on April 27, and the official U.S. Open app on June 12. The championship will be broadcast live on Fox and Fox Sports 1 in the United States.

PHOTOS BY ROCKY ROSS

viCtorY! (top) Stadium’s Hunter Hwang stepped up big for the Tigers. (left) Hwang

had his head in the game, scoring on a header in the second half for Stadium’s third goal. (right) The Tigers’ Tayler Dabney mixes it up with Yelm’s captain, Andrew Moreland.

By Justin Gimse jgimse@tacomaweekly.com

The Stadium boys’ soccer team has been going through the kind of growing pains that can cause a head coach to question his sanity. The Tigers entered their Tuesday, April 14 match against Yelm with a 1-2-5 record overall. That is correct. At the midway point of the season, Stadium was sitting on five ties and their sole win, a mid-March 3-1 non-league victory over Auburn Riverside, was going to be no help in the 4A Narrows league standings.

With only the top-three seeds receiving berths into the district post-season, it was hightime the Tigers began making their move, if they were ever going to do it. Last-place Yelm was traveling to Stadium Bowl and it seemed like the perfect ingredients to put together their first win in league play, get three points in the bag and begin a move up the standings.

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The contest would be a tale of two halves, and at first blush, this Tiger team looked to be in trouble. Yelm came out hungry and ready to attack a Stadium squad that looked off-balance and a step behind their opponent. The Torna-

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It looked like it was going to be a long night for the Tigers as Yelm was dishing out more than they were counting on, winning almost all of the 50/50 balls and in constant communication with each other throughout the field.

Stadium was having difficulty maintaining possessions as errant passes and their own lack of communication led to several unforced turnovers. Luckily for the Tigers, they somehow escaped any further Yelm goals, despite several opportunities by the Tornadoes.

As the dismal first half approached halftime a glimmer of hope appeared in the final minute for Stadium when junior Erik Silva sprinted past the Yelm defensive backfield, gained a sliver of daylight and hit a right-foot shot off the outside of his shoe from the left side of the penalty box. The ball found its way u See STADIUM / page A15

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first two games of the season, with El Paso ripping off an 11-4 win for the opener, followed by a 17-5 trouncing of the Chihuahuas by the Rainiers in the series’ second game. Tacoma won game three 10-2 but split the series by losing game four 7-6.

The team’s home opener is set for Friday, April 17 against El Paso. The game starts at 7:05 p.m. When the Rainiers play the opening home series of the season at Cheney Stadium (four against El Paso followed by four against Albuquerque) local fans will find both veterans (such as Franklin Gutierrez) and youngsters (Ketel Marte is the youngest at 21 years) on the roster. They will also find the 4th new manager in three seasons in the person of Pat Listach, who was the first base coach for the Astros in 2014. When Bo Porter was fired in September as Houston’s manager, Listach was also let go. His previous managerial experience came from four seasons with the Cubs’ organization – Class Triple-A Iowa (2002 and 2008) and Class Double-A West Tennessee (2006-07). He has a career minor league managerial mark of 256-217 (.541).

Listach became the 30th manager of the Tacoma Rainiers this past Jan. 15. Drafted in 1988 by Milwaukee in the fifth round, he played from 1988 to 1998 when he retired as a minor leaguer. In 1992 Listach was named Rookie of the Year with Cleveland and in 2008 he earned PCL Manager of the Year honors after leading the I-Cubs to a first place finish with an 83-59 record. Listach spent most of his playing career as an outfielder.

Pitching Coach Jaime Navarro and Hitting Coach Cory Snyder return to the Rainiers to round out the staff.

Navarro was pitching coach for Tacoma in 2010, and then spent 2011 to 2013 as Seattle’s bullpen coach.

Last year was Snyder’s first with the Rainiers, but he held the same position with Seattle’s Double-A team in Jackson from 2011 to 2013.

To support the team, fans will be able to purchase new home logo caps in navy with a red R and a new alternate cap, which is red with a white R, along with new alternate home and road jerseys. There will also be plenty of fireworks shows – 15 altogether, including the Independence Day extravaganza taking place on Friday, July 3, just before America’s birthday.

It’s always the best show in the area, so pick up tickets now.

Speaking of tickets, fans will like the fact that prices have not gone up.

Tickets range from $7.50 (grass berm seats) to $25.50 (box seats). Reserved seat prices are: Adult $13.50, children (14 and under) $12.50, seniors (60 and over) $12.50, military $12.50.

All general admission seating is on the grass berm located at the end of the right field line. Fans sitting there can bring blankets to sit on but are not allowed to bring in folding chairs or other seating.

Also, a new feature called Silver Bullet Saturdays will include tickets to the R Yard seating area, a drink voucher and a Silver Bullet T-shirt all for $20.50. There will be nine Silver Bullet Saturdays.

At the beginning of the season the following players were on the Rainiers’ roster: pitchers Logan Bawcom, Roenis Elias, Anthony Fernandez, Sam Gaviglio, Justin Germano, Jordan Pries, Joe Saunders, Brian Moran, Mayckol Guaipe, Danny

t Roller Derby From page A12

said Walker. “Some charities we’ve supported include Habitat for Humanity, Pierce County AIDS Foundation, the USO, and the Humane Society. We make sure they are locally based or chaptered to stay within our own community and we help in different ways.

“We help with Dine Out For Life every year by passing out information and collecting donations.

We’ve built houses, cleaned up Point Defiance with our beloved pirate mascots, taken time to talk with and mentor youth from junior leagues and the Tacoma AllStar girls basketball team and we adopt a local charity to benefit from our bout proceeds every bout.”

Late in the first half of the championship bout, the Femme Fianna began string-

ing together some points and the Fianna faithful finally had a reason to get to their feet and excited. The Pierce College gym was absolutely electric for a brief while as the Fianna went on a 52-39 run to end the first half.

While the Fianna gained some momentum going into halftime trailing 131-71, they didn’t completely own it and the second half saw the Mollys put their game back into gear.

“We knew Fianna was going to be a tough competitor,” said Walker. “We prepared by breaking down the pros and cons of their team and using it to our advantage. We have retained the most veteran players over the last few seasons so we have the most who have been playing together the longest so that is definitely

Hultzen, Mike Kickham, Dominic Leone, Mark Lowe, Lucas Luetge, Mike Montgomery, Jordan Pries, Joe Saunders and Forrest Snow. Listach‘s starting rotation includes Pries, Elias, Gaviglio, Kickham, and Montgomery.

The catchers are John Hicks and John Baker.

Infielders include Leury Bonilla, Ji-Man Choi, Ketel Marte, Jesus Montero, and Carlos Rivero. Outfielders include Jabari Blash, Franklin Gutierrez, James Jones, Patrick Kivlehan, Shawn O’Malley and Stefen Romero. Fans may have a hard time recognizing Montero, as he lost 45 pounds over the off-season Once again all this season’s games will be heard on KHHO-850 AM. Mike Curto begins his 17th year as the team’s announcer, and legendary sportscaster Bob Robertson will be rejoining Curto in the booth for every Sunday home game as well as on Opening Night. Robertson was the radio voice of Tacoma baseball from 1984 to 1998, and did playby-play for Washington State University football games from 1964 to 2013. He was named Washington State sports broadcaster of the year 12 times and won the Chis Schenkel Award in 2004. This award is given by the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame.

So fans, it’s definitely time to get out the Sharpies and oil the gloves for the 56th season of Triple-A baseball in Tacoma. And don’t forget to bring along the cameras, so you can take a selfie with the Canadian geese as they make their traditional Opening Night fly-over.

Tickets still remain for the game.

They can be purchased at the stadium box office or by calling 1 (800) 7453000.

a factor.

“I think a huge advantage we have over other teams is the ability to remain calm and encouraging even when we feel things are down for a moment. I see a lot of other teams tear each other apart during game time because of pressure, penalties and bad calls. All that does is tear a team apart more in competition leaving them more vulnerable for defeat.”

Earlier in the night, the Trampires hosted the traveling Whidbey Island Roller Girls. This season saw a new twist to Dockyard events with the inclusion of a traveling team to square off against one of the Dock yard clubs. The Trampires proved to be much too giving as hosts and fell to the very talented squad from Oak Harbor 274-112 in front of an already packed house.

“I love a huge crowds, said Walker. “We are so

excited to be going into our 10th season. I think our crowd at the championships easily shows that we are not slowing down. I think bringing in outside leagues is beneficial for us to keep our fans interested in different kinds of competition. It also brings in new fans from those traveling cities.”

If you are interested in joining a team or just learning more about local roller derby, visit DockyardDerbyDames.com and keep up with the ladies on their Facebook page as well.

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into the far right corner of the goal and the game was now tied 1-1, a familiar spot for Stadium, at the half.

The second half started and it appeared to be a complete role-reversal for the two teams. Stadium began winning loose ball, attacking on all fronts and kept the offensive pressure on the Tornadoes throughout the second half.

“People forget how young we are and sometimes I do too,” said head coach Adam Becker. “At one point we had one senior on the field with mostly sophomores making up the rest.”

While the Tigers maintained possession of the ball early in the second half, they were finding it difficult to actually get a shot on goal as they approached or got into the penalty box. That all changed in the 24th minute of the half when senior Bryce Ikeda got the ball at the 40-yard line, zig-zagged up the middle of the pitch, shook off a defender at the top of the box, turned right and blasted a right-footer over the head of Yelm goalkeeper Bryce Civilitti. While the goalie got a finger on the ball, it had too much power behind it and snuck in just under the crossbar for a 2-1 Stadium lead with 16 minutes remaining in the game.

Stadium wasted no time adding to the lead as junior Zane Leines sent a pass across the goal from the right side of the penalty box. At first it appeared to be too strong, but waiting on the other side of the goal was 2014 All-City selection Hunter Hwang who put a head on the ball and found the back of the net. The Tigers now led 3-1 with 14 minutes left in regulation.

Six minutes later, the Tigers almost struck again, this time from the opposite side. Ikeda sent a pass across the goal from the left side and there was Hwang with another header. This time however, the ball sailed just outside of the right post.

As time dwindled away, Yelm tried to mount an attack, but Stadium snuffed out every opportunity by the Tornadoes. Whatever Becker told the team at halftime, it was apparent that something stuck with his players.

With seconds remaining in the game, Ikeda got into the act again as he found a gift from a ricochet sitting at his feet. He put a left foot on it and from 10 yards out and the Tigers had their fourth and last goal of the night.

Stadium moved into sole-possession of fourth place in the 4A Narrows league standings with the 4-1 win. Big games remain against all of the teams ahead of them and the Tigers have already played each one of them tooth and nail tough. They will need several more wins and probably some help to unseat thirdplace Bellarmine Prep (3-0-1 Narrows), who currently has five more points than the Tigers (1-2-2 Narrows).

“We just need to have a good second half of the year and find some momentum,” said Becker. “I’d rather go through the tough games and adversity in the beginning of the season. We know we can compete with the best teams, now it’s all about whether we can figure out how to finish when we have the opportunities in front of us.”

Stadium returns home for a huge matchup against Bellarmine Prep at Stadium Bowl on Thursday, April 23. First kick is at 7:15 p.m.

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Solid performances, good design elevate “Evita” PHOTOS BY KAT DOLLARHIDE

EVITA. Tacoma Musical Playhouse’s “Evita” is a master class of the power brought to a show by lighting design.

By Steve Dunkelberger stevedunkel@tacomaweekly.com

T

acoma Musical Playhouse’s “Evita” takes audiences on a trip to a different place and a different time without a passport or a time machine as it gives a tour of Argentine’s post-war “golden age.”

Juan Peron (played by thunder-throated Jonathan Bill) was an oppressive, Nazihousing dictator, who kept power by lessthan-democratic means but so did many other South American countries in the early days of the Cold War. Few would even know his name if it weren’t for his second wife, Eva. She was Argentina’s controversial working-class girl turned actress and glamorous First Lady, who at least gave lip service to the concerns of everyday workers at a time when the nation needed a champion. Her light burned fast and short.

The “spiritual leader of the nation” was only 33 when she died of cancer.

Anchoring TMP’s show in the title role is Alena Menefee, a Kitsap native and all around go-to performer. She doesn’t disappoint with her nuanced performance of Eva as first a heartless starlet on the rise

to an ailing international politico, who was both humbly human and knowingly iconic.

Rafe Wadleigh ties the parade of musical numbers in the role of the narrator, Che, who provides powerfully song snarky color commentary as if the rise of the Peronists was an NFL game.

But key to the otherwise simply staged play is the light design by John Chenault.

The mood created by scratchy and over exposed snippets of period news reels build through bare-bulb spotlights and the harsh shadows they created and amber-hued filters that foreshadowed the coming storm of controversy. The play doesn’t have the telltale flash and glitz of most modern musicals. It doesn’t need it. The script and music by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber holds its own without lavish sets, especially considering the abundance of movingly stellar choreographic bits courtesy of Jon Douglas Rake that swings from morbidly conniving to a sway of pure ball-gown glamour.

“Evita” plays at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and at 2 p.m. on Sundays through May 3 at Tacoma Musical Playhouse, 7116 Sixth Ave. Tickets are $20 to $29 and are available by calling (253) 565-6867 or at tmp.org

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Delve deep into the healing current of sounds as Crown of Eternity envelopes you in their unique blend of sacred mantras, cosmic instrumentals and a wall of gongs.

Bathe in waves of sound from multiple gongs, bells and Himalayan singing bowls and Crown of Eternity’s meditative, blissful, ethereal, epic soundscapes. April 25, 7-9 p.m., at Field House at Jefferson Park.

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TWO AUTHOR BARB ROCK Author and Tacoma resident Barb Rock will hold a signing event for her new book “Run Your Own Race,” 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Half Price Books, 4027 Tacoma Mall Blvd. “Run Your Own Race” was written to look at all areas of a woman’s life after 50. As a practicing mental health counselor for Oasis of Hope Center in Tacoma, Rock realized how menopause and a changing lifestyle with one or both spouses being home every day can directly impact the level of happiness for women. Her book will alert you to unnecessary obstacles and provide you with perspective and insight on your relationships, obligations, and help you control your thoughts.

THREE CONSERVATORY STUDENTS See the culmination of Broadway Center’s

polished rehearsal process as students perform a double bill of two complete plays on the Theater on the Square stage – “The Wind in the Willows” and “A Midsummer Night’s Dream-Abridged.” With full costumes, props and sets, these high-caliber productions showcase the talents of the Center’s amazing conservatory students. April 23, 7 p.m. Tickets: www.BroadwayCenter.org.

FOUR HOMEMADE CLEANERS Metro Parks Tacoma will present an informative workshop on April 19, 1-3 p.m., all about homemade natural and herbal cleaners. Participants will leave equipped with recipes, resources and have the opportunity to make their own cleaning product to take home. W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory in Wright Park. Pre-register at (253) 591-5330.

FIVE DARKMATTER On Friday, April 24 at 6:30 p.m., Pacific Lutheran University will host the satirical, poignant and deeply relevant performance art duo DarkMatter at PLU’s Karen Hille Phillips Center for Performing Arts.

Their performance at PLU is a celebration and extension of the ongoing conversation and campaign “My Language. My Choice: Gender Edition.” DarkMatter is a trans South Asian art and activist collective committed to an art practice of gender self(ie) determination, racial justice and movementbuilding using poetry and polemic, tweet and tirade. DarkMatter has been invited to perform and facilitate workshops across the world and now at PLU.

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AN ORDER OF ROCK, HOLD THE CHEESE Popular Tacoma band reunites for nostalgic set at Jazzbones

By Ernest A. Jasmin ejamin@tacomaweekly.com

If you were a local scenester in the early â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;80s, chances are you remember No Cheese Please, the popular Tacoma power-pop outfit that helped shape regional rock during the Reagan Era, along with bands like the Heats, the Cowboys and the Moberlys.

Last year, No Cheese unexpectedly roared back to life, eventually leading to Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s headlining gig at Jazzbones.

Front man Steve Aliment brought us up to speed.

TW: First thing Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve gotta know is what do you have against cheese?

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s almost like not liking bacon.

Aliment: I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really know. The name came up at the very start, like â&#x20AC;&#x153;no cheesy music.â&#x20AC;? We always thought, well, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re gonna change. But it just stuck, and we kept going. Then people started having fun with it. In fact, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d come to shows and theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d bring cheese slices and start winginâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;em at the stage.

TW: That sounds like a nightmare for the club owners.

Aliment: Yeah, they didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like it. And it would get on your amplifier and it would melt, too.

TW: Are you expecting that for your return engagement?

Aliment: I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know.

Maybe theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be pattinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; people down for Velveeta when they walk in.

TW: You guys started at the University of Puget

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FLASHBACK. The reunited No Cheese Please includes (L-R) Bart Hyde, Bill Cameron, Steve Aliment and Glen Eagelson (obscured).

Sound, right?

Aliment: The entire band was University of Puget Sound guys just kind of gettinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; together.

Mostly, we were playing hard songs - like progressive-rock stuff - and we were terrible. I had this Ramones album, and I go, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Listen to this.â&#x20AC;?

It was like â&#x20AC;Ś we can play this much easier music â&#x20AC;&#x201C; you only need to know three chords â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and we could kill it. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what we started to do, and two of the other guys left â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;cause they thought that kind of music was dĂŠclassĂŠ, so to speak. So Bart

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(guitarist Hyde) came up and we were a trio for a while. Then we got Glen (guitarist Eagelson), and things really clicked for the band after that.

TW: Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quite the rift within the band. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not thinking there were a lot of people back then who were both prog-rock and punk fans.

Aliment: No, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s definitely a Y in the road. â&#x20AC;Ś In Tacoma back then, all the big clubs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Little Jimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, the Back Forty â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they all had bands that were playing that stuff, like Foreigner. â&#x20AC;Ś So we werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t getting anywhere with that

in Tacoma. So we went to Bremerton and we played at this dive Navy bar, and we played four nights a week, 4 ½ hours a night.

You do that for a while, for a bunch of sailors, and you get good.

After doing that, we came back to Tacoma, and the scene was still the way it was. But people were digging that kind of basic, down-to-earth, gutty music we were playing. We were doing our own songs, too, and nobody was doing that.

TW: Towards the end, Glen got hurt in a car accident. Was that the catalyst

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for the band breaking up?

Aliment: Yeah, that was kind of sad. He was the only one who didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t move to Seattle, and coming home that night (after a gig) he got in a car wreck. We heard about it the next day, and then we all went to St. Joeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital. It was bad.

The guy who produced our album â&#x20AC;&#x201C; his name was Pat Hewitt â&#x20AC;&#x201C; stepped in for Glen for a while. Glen, I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think he ever came back into the band. It just didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t work out. Then I got an audition with a group in San Francisco called the Yanks, which is a really

happeninâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; band. I moved down to San Francisco and I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t come back to Seattle for five years.â&#x20AC;?

TW: What made you get back together?

Aliment: The drummer had a big birthday party last year, and he goes, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Why donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t we play?â&#x20AC;?

Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s got a big house up in Arlington with a huge yard. It was like a mini Woodstock; some other bands played, too.

I was living in Europe then. â&#x20AC;Ś But then I moved back to Seattle last May, and I started playing with the Range Hoods again, which was another Seattle band. Then we had a booking, and the Range Hoods couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do it. So we (No Cheese) did a couple of rehearsals, went and played and we just killed it at this place.

Then we all said letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s do more gigs, this is fun. But letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s find a gig in Tacoma because thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s where we started. We put our own bill together, so I got the Twang Junkies.

Those guys are good. British Racing Green. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re fantastic. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re all buddies, and we all know each other and more or less grew up together.

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NINTH ANNUAL WAYZGOOSE SET FOR LAST WEEKEND IN APRIL

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A GUIDE TO THE MUSEUMS OF TACOMA

Museum of the Week: Fort Nisqually Living History Museum Point Defiance Park, 5400 N. Pearl St. Wed.-Sun., 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Info: FortNisqually.org

Explore, discover and connect with history. Experience life in Washington Territory during the fur trade era. Fort Nisqually, the first European settlement on Puget Sound, was a bustling center of trade that expanded into a large-scale agricultural enterprise. Located in Tacomaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Point Defiance Park, Fort Nisqually Living History Museum is a restoration of the Hudsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bay Company outpost on Puget Sound.

Visitors experience life in Washington Territory during the 1850s Fur Trade era. Nine buildings are open to the public, including the Granary and the Factors House, both National Historic Landmarks, and a Visitor Center with Museum Store.

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IMPRESSION. Tacoma Wayzgoose celebration, complete with steam-

roller prints, returns to Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Books April 25 and 26. Here, students from Charles Wright Academy lift a print from the block.

By Dave R. Davison dave@tacomaweekly.com

Do you feel it? Do you have goose flesh on your arms?

The 9th annual Wayzgoose is coming our way, so get to Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Books April 25 and 26 and have a gander.

Wayzgoose is a celebration of letterpress, book arts and printing that has become a yearly tradition in Tacoma. Heretofore, the event has been a one-day affair but this year it is expanding to two days so that more folks have the opportunity to participate in the free event. Held at Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Books in the Stadium District, the family friendly festival features local artists and printmakers. Festival-goers can participate in papermaking, print personal keepsakes and generally peruse of the products of peddlers of artistic prints.

Visitors are also invited to bring a T-shirt or other fabric to screen print with a design by students of University of Puget Sound.

The highlight of the event is the steamroller printing of large, linoleum-block prints made by local artists and design teams. The steamroller will be working both days. Some of these will be raffled off at the Wayzgoose. In Tacoma, 2015 has been declared â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Year of the Bicycle.â&#x20AC;? Consequently, a number of the artists doing designs for the steamroller prints are emphasizing the bicycle theme.

Wayzgoose celebrations, which go back to the earliest days of the printing press, were originally an annual banquet held for the staff of a printing press. In the late 1970s, Wayzgoose celebrations began to experience a revival as a way for different

localities to celebrate handmade books and letterpress printers. The tradition is slowly gaining momentum as lovers of handcrafted printing methods rally around their local, letterpress operations. Letterpress operators are to digital printing and Internet acquired books what the farmers market is to a bigchain grocery store.

Contemporary, small scale letterpress printers are something of a reaction against the dominance of computerized printing methods that came in like a steamroller and took the place of traditional methods.

Letterpress operations use old-school printing presses in which letter blocks are set in place by hand just as Johannes Gutenberg did when he revolutionized printing in the 1400s. The letters are inked and then individual sheets of paper are pressed against them, often leaving an impression on the paper along with the ink. These operations create cards, books and posters that are made with a high degree of artistry.

Tacomaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wayzgoose celebration is the result of collaboration between Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Books and letterpress printer Jessica Spring.

Tacoma Arts Commission also supports the event. For further information on Wayzgoose visit www.kingsbookstore.com.

Steamroller Printing Line-Up April 25 April 26 Audra Laymon Candy Teeth Creative Sean Alexander Team Charles Wright Team CLAW Academy Maggie Roberts Beautiful Angle Team PLU Katie Dean Ric Matthies Tina McGregor Team TCC

This week at Fort Nisqually:

Sewing to Sowing April 18, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Explore, Play, Create and Learn at Fort Nisquallyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Living History Day Featuring special guest Marianne Binetti Experience springtime in the 1850s at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, during â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sewing to Sowing: A Living History Day.â&#x20AC;? Join special guest, Northwest horticulture expert Marianne Binetti, for a garden talk at 1 p.m. Binetti will entertain as well as educate with stories and information at her talk, which will feature the best of the heirloom flowers and edibles for our area. Getting back to our horticultural roots will give you a garden with more benefits, less work, and bushels of beauty. For more about Marianne, visit her website: www.binettigarden.com.

Throughout the daylong event, visitors can tour the Fortâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Heritage Gardens and sow seeds to take home. There is a large kitchen garden, native plant garden, a small orchard and a patch of wheat. The wheat sprouting from the soil is Hudsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bay Company wheat â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a soft, white, winter wheat cultivated by the Company in the Northwest during the 1850s. It was recently rediscovered at the USDA seed bank in Washington, D.C. and reintroduced to the Northwest by Richard Scheuerman of Seattle Pacific University.

Visitors will also have the opportunity to learn hand sewing techniques from the Fortâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seamstresses, see a display of their masterful handiwork, and watch demonstrations of one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s earliest sewing machines, the Wheeler and Wilson.

Families will enjoy playing 1800s games, churning butter and meeting the Fortâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chicks and chickens. There will be several dozen re-enactors cheerfully cooking in the kitchen, spinning yarn in the Laborersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Dwelling and hammering in the blacksmithâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shop.

New Exhibits: Across the Pond: The Voyage of a Beaver Pelt Through July 19

Beaver pelts were at the center of the fur trade and the reason Fort Nisqually was established. Where did the pelts come from?

How did they get here? Where did they go? This family-friendly exhibit is a kid-sized view of Fort Nisquallyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fur trade heritage.

Children and their parents can trace the journey of a fur pelt from the hands of the trapper to Fort Nisqually and through to England. Meet trappers, Company officers, and sea captains as you travel along the transportation routes of Hudsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bay Company. There are fun hands-on activities too. Kids can pack a horse, load the steamship Beaver, and make their own top hat. A scavenger hunt leads to a discovery of the trade items on display throughout the fort.

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SPRING FAIR BRINGS FUN AND FRIVOLITY

By Ernest A. Jasmin

Find the ducks, save a few bucks: Also new this year is the “It’s Ducky Scavenger Hunt,” which challenges fair goers to find six duck umbrellas and their passwords and turn them in at the Fair Promo Booth. Everyone gets a prize, but contestants who are 18 and older will also be entered into a drawing for two tickets to the Washington State Fair concert of their choice. This year’s headliners include Heart, Weird Al Yankovic and Keith Urban. Find the full lineup at www. thefair.com/concerts, and pick up clues for the scavenger hunt at information booths located by the Blue Gate, Extreme Scream or the Sleep County Showplex.

Revving engines: There will be lots of car-crushing mayhem in the grandstand again this year with the Monster Truck Show set for 7:30 p.m. Friday and the Slamfest Demolition Derby going on at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 4 p.m. on Sunday, all followed by fireworks. Or take a ride in the monster truck, Zombie Tracker from 2 to 6 p.m. Friday and noon to 4 p.m.

Saturday. Cost is $7 a ride.

Fun on the Farm: This new area, set up in the Centennial Tent, will let kids interact with a variety of baby animals or experience what it’s like working on a farm with “Barnyard Adventure” events.

Auto Alley: Auto dealers will showcase hybrids, electric cars and eco-friendly rides throughout the fair in the Expo Hall.

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Locals will pet cuddly critters, cheer on metal-mashing machines and take “selfies” with a 20-foot-tall rubber duckie this weekend as the 26th annual Spring Fair takes over the Washington State Fairgrounds, 110 Ninth Ave., SW, in Puyallup.

Gates open at 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 16, with festivities continuing from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for ages 6-18 and free for kids aged 5 and younger, and tickets can be purchased online at www. thefair.com.

Meanwhile, here are some of this year’s biggest attractions: Ruthie Collins: The Spring Fair is a great place to catch future country superstars in an intimate setting, the likes of Dierks Bentley, Joe Nichols and Justin Moore since Seattle’s KMPS-FM started booking artists in 2002. On Friday, April 17, Ruthie Collins will be the latest to take the Showplace Stage where she’ll perform cuts from her new, self-titled debut EP, including her hit remake of Hank Williams’ classic, “Ramblin’ Man.” Music starts at 7:30 p.m.

Alex “The Zaniac” Zerbe: When you think “prop comedy,” only one name comes to mind – Carrot Top, or Gallagher if you’re old. It’s time to add another name

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FARM LIFE. Kids can interact with a variety of baby animals with “Barnyard Adventure” events.

to that short list. After all, can those other guys cut stuff in half with high-velocity playing cards, a la Gambit? Did they set the Guinness World Record for most consecutive “eclipses” with a hackeysack? Can they claim the distinction of being “Seattle’s third best air guitarist?”

We think not. Catch this “America’s Got Talent” alumnus as he makes his first Fair appearances at 12:30 and 3:30 p.m.

Friday and 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Sunday on the Coca-Cola stage.

Animal games: Among the returning

favorites are the Swifty Swine pig races, which pit piglets against each other in the quest for first prize – an Oreo cookie – at noon, 2, 3, 5 and 7 p.m. on Friday and 11 a.m., 1, 3, 5 and 6 p.m. on Sunday at the Fountain Plaza Stage. And DockDogs will showcase canines catching big air and displaying their retrieval skills as they take the plunge at the Coca Cola Stage.

Competition going on at 11 a.m., 12:30, 2, 4 and 6 p.m. on Friday; 11 a.m., 1, 3 and 5:30 p.m. on Saturday; and 11 a.m., 1, 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. on Sunday.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS: SUMMER JAM Seattle hip-hop station KUBE-FM (93.3) has announced the lineup for this year’s Summer Jam which will bring T.I., Kid Ink, Tech N9ne, E-40, Action Bronson and Joey Bada$$ to Auburn’s White River Amphitheatre on June 20. And this year it will be co-sponsored by the Sky Movement, a.k.a. the label behind Tacoma artists Will Jordan and Clemm Rishad.

(Hmm, wonder what they’re doing that day?)

Tickets are on sale now with most going for $19.33 to $75. Discounted tickets will be available during the show for $9.33; www.ticketmaster.com.

Here are a dozen more hot tickets to mark down, with more info available through Ticketmaster unless otherwise indicated.

• Go Hard Festival featuring A$AP Ferg, Flosstradamus, Anna Lunde and more: 4 p.m. April 25, Tacoma Dome.

• New Kids on the Block with Nelly and TLC: 7 p.m.

May 6, Tacoma Dome, $51.50 to $91.50 • Life in Color: Big Bang featuring Diplo, Laidback and more: 8 p.m. May 8, Tacoma Dome, $51 • Luke Bryan with Randy Houser and Dustin Lynch:

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7:30 p.m. May 16, Tacoma Dome, $39.75 to $69.75.

• Dana Carvey, Kevin Nealon and Dennis Miller: 7:30 p.m. June 16, Tacoma Dome, $35.50 to $99.50.

• Brian Regan: 7:30 p.m. July 10, Pantages Theater, $55; www.broadwaycenter.org.

• Imagine Dragons with Metric: 7 p.m. July 31, Tacoma Dome, $26.50 to $56.50.

• Brew Five Three with Duffy Bishop and Market Street Dixieland Jazz Band: 1 p.m. Aug. 8, Broadway Center, $10 to $30; www.broadwaycenter.org.

• Christopher Titus: 7:30 and 10:30 p.m. Aug. 21 and 22, 8 p.m. Aug. 23, Tacoma Comedy Club, $25 to $35; www.tacomacomedyclub.com.

• KISW’s Pain in the Grass with Slipknot, Lamb of God and Three Days Grace and more: 2 p.m. Aug. 23, White River Amphitheatre, Auburn, $32 to $72 or four for $99.

• Fifth Harmony: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 16, Washington State Fair, Puyallup, $28 to $55; www.thefair.com.

• Chris Tomlin and Toby Mac: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 20, Washington State Fair, Puyallup, $38 to $63; www. thefair.com.

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TACOMA SINGER-SONGWRITER VICCI MARTINEZ WILL UNVEIL HER NEW BAND, ENTER-EXIT-STAY, AT 7:30 P.M. ON SATURDAY, APRIL 18, AT BROADWAY CENTER’S RIALTO THEATER. TICKETS ARE $19 TO $69, AND PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT CENTERFORCE; WWW.BROADWAYCENTER.ORG.

FRIDAY, APRIL 17 JAZZBONES: Coco Montoya, Daniel Castro (bluesrock) 8 p.m., $25; DJ Pressha (DJ) 10:30 p.m., $7 men, NC women

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SWEET PRIZE. This drum set from Florida Georgia Line is going to be given away at Woodstick to whoever raises the most money.

By Ernest A. Jasmin ejasmin@tacomaweekly.com

If you have a drum kit and even a hint of rhythm, the organizers of Woodstick Big Beat 2015 want you.

For the 12th installment of the charity event – which is organized in cooperation with Groove Music for Youth, the Emerald Queen Casino and Donn Bennett Drum Studios – hundreds of drummers will again assemble at the Emerald Queen Casino’s I-5 showroom on April 26 in an attempt to break the Guinness World Record for largest full drum kit ensemble.

Proceeds from Woodstick will go toward Groove Music For Youth, a Crime Stoppers-affiliated program that provides musical instruments to underfunded schools and at risk youth.

Woodstick participants notably set the world record in 2005 when 533 drummers played in unison at Qwest Field (now Century Link Field.) But

Woodstick’s pesky rivals, the British charity Stick It to MS, have since eclipsed the Yank record, having assembled 798 drummers in Manchester, England in 2012.

“We’ve been trying to get that world record back for several years,” said event organizer Donn Bennett of Donn Bennett studios. “We’ve been shooting for the 800 mark.

Whether we get that, I don’t know. But we always have a good time trying.”

As in November 2013, several all-star drummers will be onstage leading the massive drum corps.

This year’s cast includes Alan White of Yes, Tony Coleman (B.B. King), Bryan Hitt (REO Speedwagon), Jeff Kathan (Paul Rodgers, Spike & The Impalers), Eddie Mendoza (Aury Moore Band), Rich Redmond (Jason Aldean), Michael Shrieve (Santana), Ben Smith (Heart), Glen Sobule (Alice Cooper) and Jason Sutter (Foreigner, Chris Cornell, Smashmouth), Brian Tichy (Whitesnake, Billy Idol, Ozzy Osbourne.)

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“When other drummers hear someone like Alan is going to be there, then they want to be there. Alan is a legend.”

Participants can play along with hits from several of the celebrity drummers’ bands. They will lead a variety of clinics leading up to the record attempt at 3 p.m.

It costs $15 to take part in the world record attempt or just $10 to watch. Gold and platinum packages are available, and contributions are tax deductible.

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B SHARP COFFEE: Live at the Auricle (poetry open mic) 7 p.m., NC CULTURA EVENT CENTER: Latin Edition (Latin music) 9:30 p.m.

DAWSON’S: Live music, 9 p.m., NC GREAT AMERICAN CASINO: Rhythm Nation (dance) 9 p.m., NC KEYS ON MAIN: Dueling pianos, 9 p.m., NC LOUIE G’S: Mr. Von, Speakerbox, Endgame, Darius Alexander (hip-hop, EDM) 7 p.m., $8, AA METRONOME COFFEE: Shut Up Darling (indie-rock) 8 p.m., NC, AA STONEGATE: Soulful 88s (blues, soul) 9 p.m., NC THE SWISS: Radio 80 (‘80s covers) 9 p.m., $5-$10 TACOMA COMEDY: John Caparulo (comedy) 7:30, 10:30 p.m., $20, 18+ early show UNCLE SAM’S: Law Productions (rock) 8 p.m.

NEW FRONTIER: 40 Grit (bluegrass jam) 3 p.m., NC O’MALLEY’S: Comedy open mic, 8:30 p.m., NC THE SPAR: Red House (blues) 7 p.m., NC STONEGATE: Bobby Hoffman (rock) 8 p.m., NC THE SWISS: Puget Sound Music For Youth, 2 p.m., NC, AA TACOMA COMEDY: Battle of the Sexes (comedy) 8 p.m., $10, 18+ UPS – SCHNEEBECK HALL: Tacoma Symphony Orchestra presents “Mini Maestros: Percussion on Parade” (classical) 2:30 p.m., $7-$10

MONDAY, APRIL 20 B SHARP COFFEE: NWCZ Radio “Mighty Mouth Blues” with the 24th Street Wailers and Rafael Tranquilino (blues) 7 p.m., $10 JAZZBONES: Rockaroke (live band karaoke) 11 p.m., NC EL POTRERO: Tha Droman CD release party with Dee Jones, West Coast Karlos and more (hip-hop) 7 p.m., $10-$15

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SATURDAY, APRIL 18 DOYLE’S: A Cedar Suede (world music, funk) 9:30 p.m., NC

B SHARP COFFEE: Kareem Kandi (jazz) 8 p.m., $5 CULTURA EVENT CENTER: Cambodian New Year with Wannary, Venhem, Tee, Cambo & CS (Cambodian pop) 9 p.m., 18+ DAWSON’S: Live music, 9 p.m., NC EMERALD QUEEN: Billy Gardell (comedy) 8:30 p.m., $25-$60 GREAT AMERICAN CASINO: Quang Há, Do Quang Binh, Anh Thu and more (Vietnamese pop) 8:30 p.m., NC JAZZBONES: No Cheese Please, British Racing Green, Twang Junkies (rock, country) 8 p.m., $10 KEYS ON MAIN: Dueling pianos, 9 p.m., NC LOUIE G’S: Element A440, Fallen Kings Music, Boneshaker, No Avail (metal, rock) 8 p.m., NEW FRONTIER: The F-ing Eagles, Levels (garage-rock) 9 p.m., $5 RIALTO THEATER: Vicci Martinez & Enter-Exit-Stay (pop) 7:30 p.m., $19-$69, AA THE SPAR: Echo Devils (rockabilly, country) 8 p.m., NC STONEGATE: Jerry Miller (blues, rock) 9 p.m., NC THE SWISS: Kry (rock covers) 9 p.m., $5-$10 TACOMA COMEDY: John Caparulo (comedy) 7:30, 10:30 p.m., $20, 18+ early show UNCLE SAM’S: Hambone Blues Band with special guest Pat Merriman (blues) 8 p.m.

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B SHARP COFFEE: Tacoma Belly Dance Revue, 7 p.m., NC CULTURA EVENT CENTER: Hempfest tryouts (rock) 7 p.m., NC DAWSON’S: Tim Hall Band (open jam) 8 p.m., NC GREAT AMERICAN CASINO: Wannary, Soporth, Sarun, C.K. and more (Cambodian pop) 8:30 p.m., NC

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

ANTIQUE SANDWICH CO.: Open mic, 6:30 p.m., $3, AA DAVE’S OF MILTON: Jerry Miller (blues, rock) 7 p.m., NC JAZZBONES: Ha Ha Tuesday with Rodger Lizaola, Amir Kalil and host Ralph Porter (comedy) 8:30 p.m., $5

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22 JAZZBONES: The Cottonwood Cutups, Bob Wayne, James Hunnicut (outlaw country, bluegrass) 9 p.m., $8 DAWSON’S: Linda Myers Band (R&B, soul, jazz) 8 p.m., NC HARMON TAPROOM: Open mic with Steve Stefanowicz, 7 p.m., NC NORTHERN PACIFIC: Open mic, 7:30 p.m., NC, AA STONEGATE: Dave Nichols’ Hump Day Jam, 8:30 p.m., NC THE SWISS: Dean Reichert (blues) 8 p.m., NC TACOMA COMEDY: Comedy open mic, 8 p.m., NC, 18+ TOWER BAR & GRILL: Michelle Beaudry (jazz guitar) 4:30 p.m.

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B SHARP COFFEE: Dennis Hastings sings Mel Torme with the Keith Henson Dectet (Jazz) 8 p.m., NC CHARLEY’S: Blues jam with Richard Molina, 8 p.m., NC DAVE’S OF MILTON: Open jam, 8 p.m., NC DAWSON’S: Billy Shew Band (open jam) 8 p.m., NC KEYS ON MAIN: Dueling pianos, 9 p.m., NC THE SWISS: Blackberry Bushes (bluegrass) 7:30 p.m., NC STONEGATE: Billy Stoops (open mic) 8 p.m., NC TACOMA COMEDY: Chris Franjola (comedy) 7:30 p.m., $15 THE VALLEY: Phasers on Kill, Western Settings, Hilltop Rats (punk) 8 p.m., NC

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In celebration of the cannabis holiday “4/20,” Starbuds Medical Cooperative and Green Lion Farms are inviting all medical marijuana patients to a special event on April 20 at 1 p.m. to learn about the benefits of CO2 extracted cannabis and other products from Green Lion Farms and to enjoy a screening of the classic film “Reefer Madness” at 4:20 p.m. Patients will be invited to ask questions and refreshments will be available. Price: Free. Info: (253) 259-3000 AHOY: A MARITIME EXHIBITION April 17, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

B2 Fine Arts Gallery & Studios, 711 Saint Helens Ave. “AHOY” explores one- and two-dimensional fine artworks regarding Northwest maritime ships and vessels. Price: Free.

Info: (253) 238-5065 THE FOX ON THE FAIRWAY April 17, 7:30-10 p.m.

Tacoma Little Theatre, 210 North I St. A tribute from Ken Ludwig (“Lend Me a Tenor”) to the great English farces of the 1930s and 1940s, “The Fox on the Fairway” is filled with mistaken identities, slamming doors and over-the-top romantic shenanigans. It’s a furiously paced comedy that recalls the Marx Brothers’ classics. A charmingly madcap adventure about love, life, and man’s eternal love affair

with...golf. Price: $15-22.

Info: (253) 272-2281 PACIFIC GALLERY ARTISTS MEMBER ART SHOW April 17, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Tacoma Nature Center at Snake Lake, 1919 S. Tyler St. See “Art That Comes...Naturally” at the 2015 member show featuring fine art in a variety of media and styles. Price: Free.

Info: (253) 591-6439 6 WEEK GEEK April 18, 2-4 p.m.

Parkland/Spanaway Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S. Get an intro to coding and web design basics including HTML, CSS and JavaScript.

Impress yourself and your employers, friends and family. Learn with others at the library and practice at home.

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BOAT TRAILERING CLASS April 18, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Point Defiance Marina, 5912 N. Waterfront Dr. Learn the fundamentals of care, proper and safe trailer connections, towing, launching, docking and returning the boat to the trailer for the trip home. Price: $20. Info: (253) 591-5325 EARTH DAY AND BEYOND April 18, 12-4 p.m.

Tacoma Nature Center at Snake Lake, 1919 S. Tyler St. Drop in and celebrate the Earth with fun family activities that teach more about the planet and how to keep it healthy. The event will feature: Fungus Among Us, Plants & Birds in Your Backyard, the debut of a new Solar System Interpretive Trail, a special art exhibit, crafts and more. Price: Free. Info: (253) 591-6439 HOMEMADE CLEANERS April 19, 1-3 p.m.

WW Seymour Botanical Conservatory in Wright Park This informative workshop on homemade natural and herbal cleaners provides participants with recipes, resources and the opportunity to make their own cleaning product to take home. Price: $6; $4 members.

Info: (253) 591-5330 NORTH CASCADES CAT SHOW April 19, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Tacoma Baptist School, 2052 S. 64th St. This two-day all-breed and

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household cat show, hosted by the North Cascades Cat Fanciers, features cats from the U.S. and Canada competing for international recognition.

Price: Donations accepted.

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art of connection and moving with another person in this incredible and versatile dance. Beginning class at 8 p.m., intermediate at 7p.m. with two hours of classes and practice for all levels of concentration on good social tango, not tricks or “patterns.” Taught by the South Sound’s longest established tango teacher, with history as faculty at PLU and classes at PSU and TCC. Price: $8.50$12 Singles; $13.50-$20 Couples. Info: (253) 4442314

CITY OF TACOMA MONDAY MIXER April 20, 5-6:30 p.m.

Revive, 323 Puyallup Ave. A networking event focused on traditional and alternative funding opportunities for Tacoma’s small businesses..

Price: Free. Info: (253) 5732523

BANNED BOOK CLUB April 21, 7 p.m.

Doyle’s Public House, 208 St. Helens Ave. Banned Book Club meets the third Tuesday of every month at Doyle’s Public House meeting room. The group exclusively reads books that have been banned or challenged, usually from schools or school libraries. Price: Free. Info: www.kingsbookstore.com/event/banneddec

MEDITATION & MODERN BUDDHISM April 20, 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 this weekly class learn about meditation as explained in Buddhism but presented in a way that fits our modern busy world. We will learn to calm our mind, develop new and beneficial attitudes and focus on our mind so that we have greater control over our experiences in life. Price: $10. Info: (360) 754-7787

ID THEFT PROTECTION SEMINAR Fri., April 24 6:30 p.m.

Milton/Edgewood Pierce County Library, 900 Meridian Ave. E., Ste 29, Milton A seminar to teach business owners and the public how to better protect themselves from identity theft will be held in Milton. The seminar will provide information on the different types of identity theft and key principles to safeguarding personal information. Info: Stephen White at steverino7@gmail. com.

ARGENTINE TANGO LESSONS April 21, 7-9 p.m.

Cultura Event Center, 5602 S. Washington St. Learn to dance Tango in the style of Argentina, where tango was created. Learn the

For more details on these events and many more, visit www.TacomaWeekly.com and click on the “Calendar” link.

WITCHY WOMAN HOROSCOPES Christina Wheeler has been studying astrology for the past 22 years and runs The Nearsighted Narwhal on Sixth Avenue in Tacoma with her partner, Ossain. She loves combining her writing and craftiness to make zines and has one out now called Gypsy Grimoire Magickal Herbs & Spells available at her shop. She also heads the committee for the Sixth Avenue’s Dia de los Muertos parade. Contact her at thenearsightednarwhal@gmail.com for any questions or just to chew the fat about the stars.

ARIES (Mar. 21 – Apr. 19) Being the sign of high energy and action, sometimes you need to refocus your efforts into things more organic and natural. This week is a great time for reconnecting with the great outdoors and coincides with finding your purpose. Take a hike, have a picnic, go sailing. Sometimes our much needed serenity is found in remembering we are one with this planet.

TAURUS (Apr. 20 - May 20) Sensuality and comfort in your own skin will be oozing out of you this week. It’s back to nature time and what better way to do that than to feel the crunch of the earth under your feet while you head off on a natureinspired adventure? Remember to soak in the sunsets, feel the change of the earth, and relax enough to lose yourself in the moment.

GEMINI (May 21 – Jun. 20) Count on communications slowing down and getting some introspective alone time this week. Being a constant flurry of activity is fine, but sometimes it’s nice to stand still and watch the world buzz around you. Appreciate the duality and tap into the part of you that wants to do something responsible. Moonlit skinnydipping will have to wait for another week.

CANCER (Jun. 21 – Jul. 22) Tending to finances and resources is on your mind. There’s a tendency to not want to change spending habits or let go of old possessions that no longer serve you. Enlist the help of a peer to rid you of these things when you’re not looking. Letting go is the fastest way of moving on, even if you’re struggling on an intrinsic level to keep hold. Let go, if no other reason than just to see how you feel afterward.

LEO (Jul. 23 – Aug. 22) Slowing down and applying the knowledge in your gleaning from different sources in a practical way is the best way to make it stick. Your job may be a little trying at times, but this week it should run much more smoothly than you might expect. Your reputation goes up a few points when people find out just how dependable you really are.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 – Sep. 22) Feeling a pull to travel but an unwillingness to stay at home in the same old scenarios hits you hard. On one hand you love your home, as you have spent many hours creating the atmosphere that suits you best. On the other hand there are many places far away from home that are calling to your heart. Allow yourself to leave if the funds are there. You can always come back home.

LIBRA (Sep. 23 – Oct. 22) When things change, when people come and go, when relationships end, when jobs just aren’t there,

these are the natural cycles to life. There are many high points in life and, in the duality, there also many low ones.

Whichever you happen to be experiencing this week, take comfort in the deep-rooted knowledge that you are an unmovable force to be reckoned with and you can get past it all.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21) Marriages and mergers are on your mind right now. You are a bit stodgy and stubborn when it comes to changing your mind, but perhaps there is someone close by that can spin ideas in such a way that you find your own ideals outdated and in serious need of some reassessment. No one knows you better than yourself, but outside perspectives shed light on things that have hidden in your shadows for quite some time. Listen and don’t get defensive.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21) You’re running a tight ship this week and this is essentially what helps you get the job done. Harness stubborn energy into completing projects and sticking to your schedule. You have no problem admitting that you like things just the way they are, especially if they’re running smoothly. Old habits rear their heads, but it’s up to you to decide if that will be ugly or not. Don’t fight the changes that need to happen.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19) It’s time for you to get out and have some serious play time. You’ve been working hard lately and if you don’t come up for fresh air every now and then you’re bound to suffocate. It’s all lighthearted activities and events that will refresh and rejuvenate you at this time. Try not to be too serious or stressed out and really throw yourself into something fun even if it doesn’t have a productive reward at the end of it. You definitely deserve some time off from responsibilities.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18) There’s a real chance at reconnecting with wherever/whatever you call home. Take some pride in your abode and decorate it with all the unconventional things you’ve been hording over the years. Who cares if it doesn’t match anything? If it makes you happy to look at it, that’s all that should matter. Privacy may be of the utmost importance now, too, so have no shame in staying in and focusing on your homestead.

PISCES (Feb. 19 – Mar. 20) Exuding sensuality and self-confidence in your communications with others is in the stars this week.

Don’t be afraid to slip into that ethereal world that your sign is so well known for and letting others catch a glimpse of what that world is really like. It’s also a time for stillness, both mentally and physically for you, regardless of what your schedule demands. Make like a cat and nap.

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TO: MELODY BROWN

TO: JASON ISBELL, MONICA ISBELL

In the Welfare of: M.B DOB: 10/03/14 Case Number: PUY-CW-CW-2014-0065

FOR THE MATTER OF: LORELEI EVANS VS. JASON ISBELL, MONICA ISBELL

YOU are hereby summoned to appear for a 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 11th day of JUNE, 2015 at 1:30pm 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: ERIC TSOSIE Case Name: DILLON, Nadine vs TSOSIE, Eric Case Number: PUY-CV-PO-2015-0025DV YOU are hereby summoned to appear for a Continued Initial Hearing in the Tribal Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, which is located at 1638 East 29th Street Tacoma, Washington 98404.

You are summoned to appear for a Continued Initial Hearing on Tuesday the 2nd day of June, 20 15 at 3:00 p.m.

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FAILURE TO APPEAR, PLEAD OR OTHERWISE DEFEND MAY RESULT IN A DEFAULT JUDGMENT. TO: Sonia Silva Case Number(s): PUY-CV-EVT-2015-0029 YOU are hereby summoned to appear in the Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, which is located at 1638 East 29th Street Tacoma, Washington 98404.

You are summoned to appear for a Trial on May 12th , 2015 at 9:00 am If you have any questions, please contact the court clerks at (253) 680-5585.

FAILURE TO APPEAR, PLEAD OR OTHERWISE DEFEND MAY RESULT IN A DEFAULT JUDGEMENT. TO: CORA MCNUTT Case Name: WSFC vs MCNUTT, Cora Case Number: PUY-CS-FC-2015-0009 YOU are hereby summoned to appear for a Continued Initial Hearing in the Tribal Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, which is located at 1638 East 29th Street Tacoma, Washington 98404.

You are summoned to appear for a Continued Initial Hearing on Wednesday the 3rd day of June, 2015 at 9:30 a.m.

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FAILURE TO APPEAR, PLEAD OR OTHERWISE DEFEND MAY RESULT IN A DEFAULT JUDGMENT. TO: CORA McNUTT & MARCUS AZURE In the Welfare of: A.A DOB: 09/25/2012 Case Number: PUY-CW-CW-2014-0062 YOU are hereby summoned to appear for an CONTINUED ADJUDICATION Hearing in the Children’s Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, which is located at 1638 East 29th Street Tacoma, Washington 98404.

You are summoned to appear for a CONTINUED ADJUDICATION Hearing on the 11TH day of JUNE, 2015 at 11:00AM 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: Claudia Cota-Ancheta & Donald George IV In the Welfare of: T. C-G DOB: 04/30/2009 Case Number: PUY-G-JV-2014-0039

CASE NUMBER: PUY-CV-CV-2015-0005 The Petitioner has filed a Civil Petition against the Respondent in this Court.

Both the Petitioner and Respondent have the right to legal representation in this case. This Court has a list of attorneys and spokespersons who are admitted to practice in this Court.

The Respondent must respond to this Civil Petition within twenty (20) days after being served. The Respondent must respond by serving a copy of a written answer on the Petitioner and by filing this written answer with this Court along with an affidavit of service.

YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to appear in the Puyallup Tribal Court on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, in the matter of which is located at 1638 East 29th Street, Tacoma, Washington, and you are to stay until this Court may hear this matter.

YOU ARE SUMMONED to appear on Thursday the 28th day of May, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. for a continued Pre-Trial Hearing.

FAILURE TO APPEAR AFTER RECEIVING NOTICE MAY RESULT IN A DEFAULT JUDGMENT. DATE: this 1 day of April, 2015.

TO: WENONA THOMAS In the Welfare of: A.T DOB: 03/29/2014 Case Number: PUY-CW-CW-2014-0049 YOU are hereby summoned to appear for an REVIEW 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 REVIEW Hearing on the 18TH day of JUNE, 2015 at 11:00AM 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.

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WHO: Parents, school staff, students, and community members from the following school districts: Bethel, Franklin Pierce, Peninsula, University Place, and Sumner.

YOU are hereby summoned to appear for an Continued Adjudication Hearing in the Children’s Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, which is located at 1638 East 29th Street Tacoma, Washington 98404.

You are summoned to appear for a Continued Adjudication Hearing on the 18th day of June, 2015 at 1:30pm 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.

ABANDONED VEHICLE SALE Northwest Towing, at 2025 S 341st Pl, Federal Way on 4/20/2015. In compliance with the RCW46.55.130. at 2:00pm.

Viewing of cars from 1:00-2:00pm.

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VOLUNTEERS Smile

Build Success

Looking for volunteers who want to share the passion of reading with a struggling reader! All-Star Readers is held Monday and Wednesdays 3:45-5:00 at Arlington Elementary School now through mid-June. Contact Lori Ann Reeder, Program Manager at lreeder@tacoma.k12.wa.us or 253-571-1139 for specifics and to get started.

Many middle school students need your help with math homework and preparing for tests and quizzes in our after school program on Tuesdays at Baker Middle School. Be a part of their successful transition to high school by helping them with math now. Please contact Jenna Aynes at jaynes@tacoma.k12. wa.us or 253-571-5053 or Lori Ann Reeder lreeder@tacoma. k12.wa.us or 253-571-1139 for specifics.

PETS Need safe farms or barns for indoor/outdoor semi-feral cats.

They are fixed, vaccinated and de-wormed. Ages 9 mo. & up. Leave message at (253) 203-4608

Tiny Bird Rescue Sandy 253-770-8552

Pet of the Week

WHAT: Public Hearing regarding the 2015-16 Native American Education Program WHEN: April 27, 2015 5:00-7:00 pm

TO: BRET STRICKLER In the Welfare of: A.M.R.S & A.M.S DOB: 05/18/11 & 04/25/08 Case Number: PUY-CW-CW-2015-0006 & PUYCW-CW-2015-0005

NOTICES

WHERE: Puget Sound Educational Service District – Tacoma Office Cascade Building 2316 S. South State Street, Suite D Tacoma, WA 98405 About the Native American Education Program The Native American Education Program facilitates academic success for Native students and helps all students become more aware of Native American culture, particularly within our region.

Coordinated through Puget Sound Educational Service District, the program provides Education Coordinators in five participating school districts: Bethel, Franklin Pierce, Peninsula, Sumner, and University Place (Pierce County).

Scarlet Though this week’s featured bun Scarlet has been through a lot, she’s remained one strong little girl.

Four-year-old Scarlet is a Rex rabbit, meaning her fur is dense, plush, and oh so touchable. While independent in nature, she does have a sociable side; once settled in and comfortable, she’ll most definitely be seeking attention. If you’ve got a single-rabbit household and a rabbit safe room/pen setup instead of a cage, Scarlet may just love you as much as she loves her daily greens. And trust us, she’s a big salad fan. — A484443

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

Metro Animal Services Pets of the Week 1200 39th Ave SE, Puyallup, WA 98374 253-299-PETS www.metroanimalservices.org

Hello there, my name is Klondike. I am a sweet older guy who loves to sit back and relax in my comfy bed. I would be a perfect match for a mature household that wants cuddle bug. Stop by and visit with me today!

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YOU are hereby summoned to appear for an Continued Initial Hearing in the Children’s Court of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians on the Puyallup Indian Reservation, which is located at 1638 East 29th Street Tacoma, Washington 98404.

You are summoned to appear for a Continued Initial Hearing on the 1st day of JUNE, 2015 at 2:00PM 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.

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Welcome to this uniquely Northwest home in the waterfront community of Salmon Beach! Featuring main living area on the 2nd floor, the home boasts an amazing panorama stretching from the Narrows Bridge(s) to Pt Defiance.

Open concept great room with living/dining/kitchen laid out with views like crazy! 1500 sq ft of deck space gives you lots of room for gardening, entertaining or just relaxing in the SW exposure, with spectacular sunsets, the Olympic Mtns, marine activity & wildlife galore... MLS# 690309

4820 N Shirley St. Tacoma $439,000

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8118 44TH ST W

3602 S 15TH WA #6

$995

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2 BED 1 BATH 850 SF. LOVELY DUPLEX HAS NEW CARPET, FRESH PAINT, UPGRADED WINDOWS AND GARAGE SPACE.

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$439,000

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Incredible opportunity to own a well maintained duplex plus an 1800+ sf shop/office! Just a few blocks from Pierce College and near shopping.

3 bedroom, 2 bath units with over 1200 sf each. Ideal for an owner/user, hobbyist, mechanic or a great place to store your cars, boats, equipment or? in the detached shop. Plenty of room to park your RV also. GSI does not include the full shop potential income, only the office portion. Only a short distance from historical Steilacoom and the waterfront!

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Mark Hulen 253.761.8888 Better Properties North Proctor mark@betterproperties.com

7202 194TH AVE E #7

8211 111TH ST E

$895

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2 BED 1 BATH 950 SF. AMAZING 2 BED APARTMENT HAS ALL APPLIANCES, PRIVATE BALCONY AND RESERVED CARPORT PARKING.

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6027 S. Lawrence 3 Beds, 1¾ Bath, g n 1855 SqFt. i d Beautiful n turn of the Pe century Dutch Colonial home completely updated with character galore. Hardwood floors, foyer, banister staircase, large living & dining rooms, high ceilings, large remodeled kitchen, separate utility rm, 3 bedrooms up w/loft for possible 4th bedroom. Updated electrical & plumbing, new windows, tank less water heater, heat pump, insulated floors, oversized bathtub, security system. Fully fenced back yard w/large deck, sprinkler system, 2 car garage w/ upgraded electrical.

MLS # 730787 $179,000

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3720 S Alaska St. 3 beds 1 bath 1,391 sqft. Adorable vintage craftsman w/original woodwork, finishes & attention to detail throughout!

Picture perfect with hardwood flrs, fireplace, coved ceilings, large din rm & spacious, bright kitchen w/upgrades & stainless steel appliances. Remodeled bath w/high ceilings, dressing room & closet, 2 bedrooms upstairs, one on main. Dry basement large enough for bed/bath & family room. Fenced bkyd is like a private oasis with mature landscaping & room for entertaining & gardening & garage.

MLS # 750464 $189,000

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OLD TOWN $499,950 Amazing development potential with this unique Old Town property! City has given final plat approval for 4 lots on this prime 3 acre piece.

Big views possible from all lots in this great neighborhood, tucked back & out of the way. Walk to the historic Old Town district with its coffee shops, wine bar & restaurants.; then stroll down to the waterfront & enjoy the gorgeous Puget Sound setting with walking paths, public docks, shoreline restaurants & more! MLS# 332653

Call Dave Peterson, Managing Broker at Better Properties N Proctor for more information.

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1116 N. Jackson $175,000 2 parcels : Build your dream home with a gorgeous view of Narrows Bridge and Puget Sound.

The property is being sold as one to maximize the building envelope and open space but see what works best for you. Build on one lot, sell the other or build on the whole lot, there is so much opportunity here! (MLS # 612161)

Sergio Hernandez (253) 431-2308

Call Dave Peterson, Managing Broker Better Properties N Proctor 253-222-8480 or davepeterson@betterproperties.com

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OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS Excellent business opportunity!

The owners of “Sure to Rise Bakery,” located in Cashmere WA, are looking to retire. This business has been operating for 65 years and has supported our family since we bought it in 1985. We do both wholesale and retail out of our Front Street location. We own the building and all equipment.

Please call 509-548-4788 for more information.

NOW LEASING 4008 S. Pine 2100 SQ. FT. Completely remodeled w/over 200k in high end upgrades. 10 offices, private exits, shared executive conference room, kitchen w/dining area, lots of storage, and 15 parking stalls. One office could be used as apartment for out of state clients. ADA Accessible. Mall & 38th Street Exit.

Sergio Hernandez (253) 431-2308 Sergio@betterproperties.com

12706 Pacific Hwy SW. Lakewood WA 98499 $120,000 This is a commercial raw land the seller will lease or sale the property can be fenced completely for someone to store equipment or ??. 6000 Sq/ Ft, .14 Acres commercial property tucked away between commercial vacant land. Abutting the Sound Transit RR. Pacific Hwy has a high traffic count. Close to all services and freeway. Seller will look at leasing the land and possibly fencing the perimeter. Owner contract terms available.

Sergio Hernandez (253) 431-2308

Sergio@betterproperties.com

Sergio@betterproperties.com

Businesses Opportunities 4 Sale with Owner Contract

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

Currently used as non conforming triplex.

Over 1/2 acre! This classic home has views of the Sound & Olympic Mountains. Many upgrades yet original woodwork and charm.

Main level has large kitchen with vaulted ceiling, skylights, 2 bedrooms & full bath.

Upstairs & downstairs have been converted to separate units and could be easily converted back to a fabulous 4 bedroom home. OR subdivide (3 lots? -buyer to verify) Fully fenced yard with fruit trees, RV parking, detached garage/shop.

PROPERTY

Debbie Houtz Better Properties 253-376-2280

16 N SALMON BEACH $349,000

Guild Mortgage, Tacoma Branch Company NMLS #3274 2702 S. 42nd St., Ste. 116 Tacoma, WA 98409

FOR RENT

Absolutely Charming, Mediterranean Style, custom built North Tacoma view home. Enjoy Commencement Bay view from Mstr Br balc.

Inside feat. incl. Marble floor entry, St. Steel Appl, Gran. count-tops, Cust. built Hickory cab. + Beaut. Brazilian Cherry hardwood floor, Bay windows. Mstr suite w/ FP & Lrg bath+steam shower, Cali closet. New Energy Efficient heating. Cent. vacuum, new paint in & out, new carpet, Finished Bsmt w/ kitchen.

Close to Schools, Parks, Freeway, Hospitals & Waterfront. $623,000.

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

Black Tie Finished yet, Comfortable & Casually Elegant. Named Most Beautiful home in its class.

Controlled access, gated & walled community of Madera. The ultimate in seclusion yet near world class amenities. Stylish interiors, warm colors, kitchen that rivals Elle Décor magazine w/ marble, new custom cabinetry, professional appliances, woods & neutral colors, open concept living, flexible floor plan, bed/office on main floor, manicured grounds, unique spaces. Quality.

Location. Style. Timeless.

MLS# 726788 $699,500 Shannon• Better Properties (253) 691-1800

LONGTIME ESTABLISHED POPULAR RESTR./LOUNGE Business for sale. $189,000 & size, 4,100 sq. ft.

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

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

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

VERY PROFITABLE GROCERY STORE/DELI/ BAKERY/MEAT MARKET. Business For Sale, $275,000, Annual Gross Sales, $1,400,000, Seller Financing.

RICHARD PICTON or ED PUNCHAK

253-581-6463 253-224-7109