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Convoy of Hope comes to M'ville The Grove Church partners with national nonprofit to hand out food to families in Marysville By Christopher Andersson christopher@northcountyoutlook.com The Grove Church and its members helped give out hundreds of bags of food on July 30 to support local families in this time of need. Church officials partnered with national nonprofit Convoy of Hope to hand out food supplies recently. "Obviously, with COVID and many families losing jobs or having a lot less income the need for food is high, all over the country," said Ryan Loffer, executive pastor at the Grove Church. Typically, Grove Church members get together during the summer for service See CONVOY on page 6

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Brandon McCullar, a deputy sheriff with the Snohomish County Sheriff's K-9 unit, puts away a box of donated at a Snohomish County Toys for Tots donation event on Aug. 1.

Toys for Tots collects school supplies, food By Christopher Andersson christopher@northcountyoutlook.com

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Local parent Danielle Garcia, right, and daughter Serenity Garcia help carry some food to local families in need at a recent food giveaway at the Marysville Grove Church on July 30.

Snohomish County Toys for Tots and other groups came out to gather school supplies and food to support families on Aug. 1. The drive partnered with Angel of the Winds Casino

to gather donations during the day. "Specifically our mission is the toys for the kids, but our other mission is to make sure our community is healthy and well, and that's what we're doing out

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Arlington Food Bank receives donation Western Forest Products donates $5,000 to food bank to help provide food to local families in need By Christopher Andersson christopher@northcountyoutlook.com Western Forest Products gave a $5,000 donation to the Arlington Community Food Bank on July 24 to support the organization during this time of increased need. The wood processing company gave a total of $100,000 to 13 different food banks around Washington state and British Columbia where their businesses are located. The Arlington location opened in 2018 as a part of the business which is based in Vancouver, B.C. "As a company overall we're looking to

get more involved in the communities we operate in. We realize during these times there are those less fortunate who are not able to go out working," said Jay Swanson, the operations manager for the Arlington location. Employees at the business said they have lived in the community a long time and were happy to help. "We all live here, too. I've been with Western since February," said Swanson. "I grew up in Stanwood and lived in Arlington since 2010." Employee Leann Christiensen said she has lived in the area her entire life. "It's a great program they have here and we're happy to provide assistance," she said. See DONATION on page 2

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Arlington Community Food Bank officials accept a $5,000 donation from Western Forest Products employees on July 24. From left, food bank executive director Carla Gastineau, food bank board member Bryan Terry, Western Forest Products employees Leann Christiensen and Jay Swanson and food bank board members Lyanne Garka and Brenda Peckham.

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here today," said Mary Butler, the area coordinator for Snohomish County Toys for Tots. The local organization usually collects school supplies each year and this year with many families dealing with unemployment due to the COVID-19 pandemic the organization wanted to continue that work, Butler said. Although donations were slow coming in this year, Butler said the Snohomish County Toys for Tots will continue to gather donations and collect whatever supplies they can for the upcoming year. "Our purpose out here today is to assist families that are so hurting," she said. "We are looking to collect school supplies because even if the kids aren't back in a classroom learning system, they still need school supplies and their parents still aren't able to afford them," she said. Many school districts in the county are still deciding on what their September return will look like, but even if 100 percent distance learning is the standard there will still be a need for supplies, said Butler.

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The Arlington Community Food Bank, like most in the nation, is seeing increased demand because of the COVID-19 pandemic and high rates of unemployment. Food bank director Carla Gastineau said that there have been about 70 percent more people coming in

"We are still expecting more need because of all the unemployment. Even though the classrooms will be online they still need notebooks, they still need journals, they still need pens, they still need pencils, they still need calculators and their parents just can't afford that," she said. The need is greater with the extra unemployment insurance payments from the federal government ending on July 31. "Just these last couple of days, all those people who were getting extra funding from the government have been cut off," said Butler. The organization typically gathers supplies for schools all across the county. "Any school that is in need, as they have the past six years, can send me an email and if we're able to fill the need we do so," said Butler. Angel of the Winds assisted by providing the use of their parking lot for the donation drive. Volunteers also came out to help, such as local Rebecca Onyewu, who learned about the event from a friend. "I thought 'what a great opportunity to come out and do something for everyone.' We've all been inside, so it feels good to go since the pandemic began. Monetary donations from various sources are helping the food bank's supply. "Food donations are really difficult right now. We're not encouraging actual food donations," said Gastineau. "We're keeping the food bank safe with limited volunteers and processing the food is really difficult," she said.

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Volunteer Rebecca Onyewu puts away a donated backpack at a Snohomish County Toys for Tots donation event on Aug. 1. out and do something for the people," she said. Butler said the donations were coming in slowly for the most part. "It's been really slow and I was kind of expecting that because people have their own issues," said Butler. "They're trying to make sure they are able to eat, and we understand that." The Toys for Tots organiFunds used by the food bank typically go further than individual purchases. "Even if you in bulk individually you wouldn't be able to match the food bank prices that we get," said Gastineau. Currently the food supply is remaining sufficient. "We're still getting the food supply that restaurants would normally get," said Gastineau. "At first there was a little bit of shortage, but I think because the phases haven't opened up like we expected we're seeing our food supply remain strong," she said. Gastineau encourages people to come to the food bank if they are having to tighten their budgets at this time. "We're still hearing 'oh, I want to save that food for people who really need it,' but that's not the case right now, we have plenty of food," she said. Others are avoiding the food bank out of shame or embarrassment, but Gastineau said picking up some extra food can provide individuals funds to help with other expenses. "That really helps our economy because you can use that money to do other things," she said. "I would like to encourage people to use the food bank. Getting food here allows you to use other funds

zation will continue to help in what the ways they can, she said. Businesses and other local organizations are still collecting for the drive as well, and Butler said people can in touch with her if anyone wants to help with the drive. The local organization's website is located at everettwa.toysfortots.org.

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I would like to encourage people to use the food bank. Getting food here allows you to use other funds to pay utilities, pay rent, pay medical costs.

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to pay utilities, pay rent, pay medical costs," she said. The Arlington food bank is still accepting donations as their kids meal program and operations have spiked in cost this year. They also hope to expand their delivery program, which helps people who can't go out due to COVID-19 risks or who have physical barriers to getting to the food bank. The food bank is currently looking for more delivery drivers as they only have two currently. "If someone is available to deliver we would love for them to contact us," said Gastineau. Volunteer drivers are able to use the food bank's van or their own vehicle. More information about the local food bank is available at arlingtonfoodbank. org.

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Renovations at Innovation Center complete By Christopher Andersson christopher@northcountyoutlook.com While not yet open, renovations are complete for Arlington's future innovation center which will help local entrepreneurs have a space to create. The center, which will be called TheLab@Arlington, is meant to support local inventors and those looking to start small businesses through use of its tools, equipment, classes and mentorship opportunities. COVID-19 is keeping the facility closed, but they have begun holding webinars. The building at 404 N. Olympic Ave. was recently renovated, as it was formerly a downtown gas station. The innovation center has been a part of the city's plan for a while. "Back when the city and Darrington were working on the North Snohomish Economic Revitalization plan after the Oso slide we were coordinating with Washington State University and

one of the pieces that was suggested was a 'maker's space,'" said Sarah Lopez, community revitalization project manager for the city of Arlington. The city has worked on the idea since then. "We purchased the property when it became available," said Lopez. "And we gained state funding to do the renovation." City officials also worked with officials at the Northwest Innovation Resource Center (NWIRC) to manage the Arlington location. "We are a nonprofit that support entrepreneurs and helps them move forward with their ideas," said Diane Kamionka, executive director of the NWIRC. The organization hopes to build a network of 'innovation labs' around the Puget Sound, the first of which is in Everett and the second of which will be in Arlington. "Our plan initially is that this can be a location where entrepreneurs can come and network with

other entrepreneurs," said Kamionka. "We will have education and information available to help people set up." The innovation center is meant to provide services to the community, said Lopez. "We hope it will spur economic activity and bring real world solutions out," she said. "Having it will be a great resource to people in Arlington." The city originally proposed a maker's space for the building, but TheLab@Arlington will be a bit different. "This is a little different form a traditional maker's space as it doesn’t have the construction equipment of a traditional one," said Lopez. However, there are still resources like a 3D printer, information and classes available.. "And as the program develops we want to find what the community needs as well," said Lopez. There will be a lot of new technology available for those who want to innovate for the latest

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The property at 404 N. Olympic Avenue on July 24 after receiving renovations that will eventually turn it into a downtown center for entrepreneurs. hardware. "Especially for those things that are important for the digital economy," said Kamionka. NWIRC has also been working with Snohomish Workforce for a potential program that would help respond to unemployment and layoffs that could linger because of a slumping economy. Officials said they were looking

forward to when the building can bring in people once COVID-19 has waned. "We've been really pleased with the enthusiasm from the community," said Kamionka. "Definitely looking forward to being able to do more in there." "We look forward to when we can open it up and begin holding classes in there," said Lopez.

Marysville announces rent relief program ___ “ Marysville lower-income residents who have fallen behind on rent payments due to the COVID-19 pandemic are invited to apply for new Marysville CARES Community Rent Relief Grants. The two-week application period runs through Aug. 13. The Marysville City Council unanimously approved this new grant program during its July 27 meeting. “As the COVID pandemic persists longer than any of us hoped, I have heard from many Marysville residents that they are increasingly worried about paying the bills,” Mayor Jon Nehring said. “A helping hand may offer a sense of hope in this difficult season.” Rent relief grants of up to $1,500 per household are available to residents who meet these criteria: n Live within Marysville city limits.

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n Are behind in rental payments. n Are economically impacted by COVID-19. n Were not delinquent on rent for six months prior to March 1 (Sept. 2019-Feb. 2020). n Current median monthly household income is below 60% of area median (See chart at top right). Tenant applicants will need to verify income, landlord and/or living arrangement. When grants are awarded, checks will be sent to the landlord pending documentation and approval. Find more informa-

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Construction set to begin on Marysville's newest park By Christopher Andersson christopher@northcountyoutlook.com

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Land on the south side of the Qwuloolt Estuary that will be the site of a future park for the city of Marysville in the Sunnyside neighborhood.

Construction is set to begin on Marysville's new Olympic View Park, which will be a park in the Sunnyside area that connects to the Ebey Waterfront Trail. City officials have planned for the new park for many years. "This park was always part of the overall plan for the Ebey waterfront system," said Marysville city administrator Gloria Hirashima. "It has been in planning for many years," she added. The city acquired the property about 15 years ago. "The idea at the time was we would have a public access point that would be connected to the trail system," said Hirashima. The park will be at 4202 59th Dr. NE, Marysville. It will feature plazas and viewing areas overlooking the Qwuloolt Estuary and Ebey Slough. Other fea-

tures planned for the park include a restroom, picnic shelter, slide, rock scramble, play area, wildflower meadows and off-street parking. "It will bring this waterfront access to the public, and it will be a place for residents to gather," said Hirashima. The land was one of the best options to provide a park to connect to the south side of the Ebey Waterfront Trail. "When we acquired the property we saw a tremendous opportunity. It would have been a private lot most likely," had the city not purchased it, said Hirashima. The Ebey Waterfront Trail has expanded the last few years. "We made great advances in the Sunnyside area with the trail over the last couple of years," said Hirashima. The trail, which is traditionally accessed from the downtown Ebey Waterfront Park, goes along the Qwuloolt Estuary area.

The estuary was restored from historical farmland in 2015, largely due to work from the Tulalip Tribes. The Marysville City Council has approved $847,212 for the construction of the park and Matia Contractors Inc. are handling the construction. "It's taken many years for design and construction," said Hirashima. "We were able to secure a grant that is going to provide about half of the funding," she said. That grant was from the state's Recreation and Conservation Office and the city is funding the remaining portion of the project. There will be some construction-related traffic along 59th Drive NE during the construction. That traffic is expected to come about midway through the construction project in the fall. The construction is expected to be completed by the end of the year.

Arlington will get new roundabout By Nathan Whalen nathan@northcountyoutlook.com Motorists in Arlington will soon be maneuvering through a new roundabout that will be constructed at the intersection of 204th Street NE and 77th Avenue NE. “This area has seen a lot

off traffic increase over the years,” said Jim Kelly, public works director for the city of Arlington. He added the roundabout was the best alternative to control the speed and movement of vehicles. About 5,000-to7,000 vehicles go through the intersection a day. More of an oval-about,

construction is expected to take approximately four months to complete. During the construction period, motorists can expect single-lane closures during construction times and be open to full traffic at the end of the day. The project will cost $3.5 million. While the roundabout at 204th Street will soon begin, construction of a roundabout at the intersection of Highway 530 and Smokey Point Boulevard has been delayed. Originally scheduled to start in the fall, the $4 million budgeted project was put off because funding isn’t available due to COVID-19, Kelly said. Kelly said 23,000 vehicles a day go through the intersection and there’s a lot of growth taking place in Arlington. In addition to the roundabout on 204th Street, the city is also resurfacing about 1.5 miles of road and replacing about one mile of water mains this summer. The city is also installing five test water wells to help prepare for future growth. “We don’t want to wait until the last minute,” Kelly said. For more information about Arlington’s summer construction projects, go to the city's website at arlingtonwa.gov/637/PublicWorks-Projects.

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M'ville school supply drive seeks donations Organizers of the annual supply drive say donations are low this year while the demand is increasing By Christopher Andersson christopher@northcountyoutlook.com

Organizers of Marysville's school supply drive are hoping for more donations to come in as incoming supplies are having trouble meeting demand. "It's a challenging year for parents and kids," said Christie Veley, one of the organizers of the annual school supply drive. The annual school supply drive collects from the community and typically distributes those supplies in late August. Last year there were about 600 families that received help. "I do know that right now we have over 500 kids that are signed up for supplies," said Veley. "We're still several weeks away from the planned distribution," she said, "so they are likely going to over last year's numbers, and possibly well over." The COVID-19 pan-

demic makes gathering supplies and planning what will be needed difficult. "We anticipated there would be a higher need for school supplies this year and did what we could to plan for that," said Veley. "What we couldn't plan for is the donations being so low," she said. The drive's organizers have reduced their requested list of supplies because of school uncertainty. "We don't yet know whether it is going to be virtual, or if kids are going to be in the classroom, or if it is going to be a little bit of both," said Veley. So they are trying to gather items that will be relevant even if students are distance learning at home like they were last spring. "It's going to be a little bit different if there is a lot of learning not in the classroom," said Veley. Those items include basics like pens, pencils and paper. "We simplified the list of supplies we were hoping to collect for the families," said Veley. Donations can be

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dropped off at a number of locations throughout the community including the Marysville Salvation Army, Staples, Big Lots, Rite Aid, Allen Creek Family Dentistry, Heritage Bank, the Marysville Fire District administration building at 1094 Cedar Ave. or the Marysville School District Service Center at 4220 80th St. NE.

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Direct monetary donations are also accepted and can be submitted at bit.ly/ SchoolSuppliesDonation. "Any supplies we can provide that can help alleviate the stress of families is helpful," said Veley. "We know it is hard for everyone right now, but we're asking if there is anything you can give to help, no matter how small, it will help us."

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SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR SNOHOMISH COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN A. BELLERSEN, Deceased, NO. 20-4-01018-31, PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS, RCW 11.40.030

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF SNOHOMISH in the matter of Estate of JERRY MILLER, Deceased, NO. 20-4-01055-31, PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS, R.C.W. 11.40.030

The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1) (c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: July 22, 2020 Personal Representative: Leora Forstein Attorney for Personal Representative: Breanne W. Martin, WSBA #44519 Address for Mailing or Service: P.O. Box 188, 103 North Street, Arlington, WA 98223

The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1) (c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: July 22, 2020 Personal Representative: Helen L. Taubeneck Attorney for Personal Representative: Breanne W. Martin, WSBA #44519 Address for Mailing or Service: P.O. Box 188, 103 North Street, Arlington, WA 98223

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR SNOHOMISH COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CARLA D. KOHLER, Deceased, NO. 20-4-00973-31, PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS, RCW 11.40.030 The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1) (c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: July 22, 2020 Personal Representative: Debora Kneeland aka Deborah Kneeland Attorney for Personal Representative: Steven J. Peiffle, WSBA #14704 Address for Mailing or Service: P.O. Box 188, 103 North Street, Arlington, WA 98223

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SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR SNOHOMISH COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATES OF THOMAS J. PINKINE and ANITA R. PINKINE, Deceased, NO. 204-01098-31, PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS, RCW 11.40.030

The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1) (c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: August 5, 2020. Personal Representative: Steven Frank Carlson Attorney for Personal Representative: Tanner K. Olson, WSBA #52879 Address for Mailing or Service: P.O. Box 188, 103 North Street, Arlington, WA 98223

The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1) (c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: July 8, 2020. Personal Representative: Robert D. Ulberg Attorney for Personal Representative: Bradley E. Neunzig, WSBA #22365 Address for Mailing or Service: P.O. Box 188, 103 North Street, Arlington, WA 98223

The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1) (c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: August 5, 2020. Personal Representative: Denise R. Cruz Attorney for Personal Representative: Bradley E. Neunzig, WSBA #22365 Address for Mailing or Service: P.O. Box 188, 103 North Street, Arlington, WA 98223

Court of probate proceedings and cause number: Snohomish County Superior Court, Cause No. 20-4-01090-31

Court of probate proceedings and cause number: Snohomish County Superior Court, Cause No. 20-4-00918-31.

The Personal Representative of this estate has been appointed by this court. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in R.C.W. 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative of the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of: 1) thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under R.C.W. 11.40.020(3); or 2) four months after the date of the first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as provided in R.C.W. 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both decedent’s probate and non-probate assets. Date of First Publication: August 5, 2020 Personal Representative: Barbara J. Miller Attorney for Personal Representative: Victoria S. Byerly Address for Personal Representative: Victoria S. Byerly, Attorney at Law Kline Alvarado Veio, PC 1800 Cooper Point Rd S.W., Bldg 11 Olympia, WA 98502

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR SNOHOMISH COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CONSTANCE K. KING, Deceased, NO. 20-4-01108-31, PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS, RCW 11.40.030 The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1) (c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: August 5, 2020. Personal Representative: Kenneth G. King Attorney for Personal Representative: Breanne W. Martin, WSBA #44519 Address for Mailing or Service: P.O. Box 188, 103 North Street, Arlington, WA 98223 Court of probate proceedings and cause number: Snohomish County Superior Court, Cause No. 20-4-01108-31

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missions across the Marysville community including cleaning up parks, helping individual families with their housing needs and running block parties. "For us it's certainly spreading the faith, but also just taking care of practical needs," said Loffer. "We can't do that this year, but we're just thinking what's the need right now and what can we do to help," he said. Loffer added they wanted to help with some of the basic needs of the community. "We partner regularly with the food bank in Marysville and we did a fundraiser back in April to help them. But this time we partnered with an organization called Convoy of Hope," he said. Convoy of Hope provides food and assistance to communities across the nation. "We requested a truckload of food and we got 28 pallets," said Loffer. "From 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. we're giving food to everyone that comes through," he said. Many volunteers from The Grove Church came out to help give out the food. "Even though it just seems like it's groceries, for

some people it's a miracle," said volunteer Maria Angulo. "I'm from Mexico and to be blessed with a nation and a community that gives

food is great. We have hungry people here," she said. Volunteer Allison Hoot and her son Jacob Hoot came out to help during the event. "There's a lot of people out of work here in Marysville and a lot of people who just need a little hope," said Allison Hoot. "More than anything I love just seeing all the people." Jacob Hoot agreed that it was good to help out local families. "I like coming out here because it gives us something to do and it good serves to the community," he said. Loffer said that they hoped to give away all the food they had received. "We have 2,000 bags of food and we're anticipating to give it all away," he said. He said he views his faith as more than a obligation to show up once a week. "Church is more than just a gathering place for Sunday," he said. "This is what Jesus would do, and I know that's cliché to say … it's really about how to serve in a practical way."

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Friendship Walk will be virtual this year By Christopher Andersson christopher@northcountyoutlook.com The Friendship Walk and 5k Run will go virtual this year in an effort to continue the annual fundraiser that supports Voices of the Village. Village Community Services is a local non-profit that provides programs and support for adults with developmental disabilities, one of their most popular is the 'Voices of the Village' band program. The organization's annual Friendship Walk has helped raise money for many years. Due to COVID-19 they have had to get more creative this year though. "Instead of a live event we're going virtual," said Michelle Dietz, executive director of the organization. "People can start now and train for a 5k or 10k walk or run," she said. Individuals can sign up now at the event's Facebook page at facebook.com/ FriendshipWalk5KRun/ and have until Sept. 19 to finish their run or walk. "The idea is close to the Sept. 10 day they would do the run, take a picture with their time and send it to our Facebook page," said Dietz. Runners are invited to put on their favorite superhero costume for their run and photos, as is tradition with the event. "We still have a superhero theme so you're encouraged to do the run with a superhero costume," said Dietz. Village Community Services wanted to continue with their fundraiser this year even if it couldn't be in person. "We've seen other organization go virtual with their runs and have some success," said Dietz. She said that so far people have enjoyed the option of training on their own time and preparing for a run somewhere they are familiar with. "The runner has the option of doing it at their own pace and in their own neighborhood," said Dietz. There's already been a

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lot of enthusiastic response, she said. "We've already seen some people posting their walking goals," said Dietz. "Some people are using this as an opportunity to train for a longer walk." The submitted times will still be ranked this year, although everyone participating is one the honor system this time, said Dietz. "And we still have the competitive aspect from posting on Facebook for those that want that," she said. The Friendship Walk is one of the biggest fundraisers each year for Voices of the Village, a program that allows adults with developmental disabilities a chance to join a band that typically tours around various festivals each year. "Voices of the Village is an opportunity for people who live with disabilities to shine," said Dietz. "It puts them in the community in a way they are not usually seen â&#x20AC;Ś it gives the members stature and a feel-

ing of being valued for who they are," she said. Currently the band has not been able to physically get together but they are still practicing with a socially distanced mobile music unit that comes to adults with disabilities driveways. "Voices of the Village is currently doing music on the move," said Dietz. More information about the Friendship Walk is available at facebook.com/ FriendshipWalk5KRun/.

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Home and Land Realty now open in Arlington By Christopher Andersson christopher@northcountyoutlook.com Home and Land Realty, a new independent real estate office run by experienced brokers, is now open in Arlington. The new office is at 20308 77th Ave. NE, Suite I, Arlington and opened just a couple of weeks ago. Owner broker Rich Williamson opened the new office after 25 years of selling real estate in Puget Sound, many of those years working directly in Arlington. In 2008 Williamson served as president of the Snohomish County-Camano Association of Realtors. His experience is largely in selling residential lots, either new buildings or resells. "I have succeeded at the other side of doing the business and now I want to bring something special to running my own as well," said Williamson. He looks forward to leading his office. "I've always been working under someone's umbrella, so this is new for me," he said. Williamson also credits his fellow brokers who are coming onto the new office. "We have a great staff here," he said. "The people in your office,

you're not going to be successful without them." Mikie Moda, a transaction coordinator at the business, comes with 16 years of experience, and will help provide in-house transaction services. She said brokers at the office have a lot of specialized knowledge for the more rural parts of Snohomish County. "In the north end [of the county] we have to know so much more because we deal with septic, boundary lines," she said. "They have to have double the knowledge," she said. Broker Alexis Valenti also has more than two decades in the field. "When I started in the business I started in a very specific niche," which was property meant to house horses. "I was following my passion," she said. "We have a lot of property that have horses on them in this area," said Williamson. Williamson said he has experience in land development areas as well. "I was involved in subdividing most of the plats in Arlington," he said. Brokers at the new office all

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As we look toward economic recovery following the COVID-19 shutdown, one of the focuses of our efforts is around workforce development. Ensuring that we have appropriate workforce training programs is essential to the strength and resilience of our economy. The Regional Apprenticeship Pathways (RAP) Program has been operating for a year now and I am excited to share some updates from the program and the opportunities for our youth in advancing their careers. By way of a brief introduction, the RAP Program is a pre-apprenticeship program located at MarysvillePilchuck High School and is open to students across Snohomish County. The program is a product of great collaboration between labor, industry, and education partners in an effort to prepare and train the next generation of workers in the building and construction trades. Upon completion of the program, students can receive their high school diploma, college credentials from Everett Community College, and pre-apprenticeship certification. The curriculum was developed with input from industry and apprenticeship experts to ensure that the subject matter is relevant and applicable in the real world. In the program, students get a combination of traditional classroom instruction and hands-on learning to hone in their skills. The program wrapped up

Nate Nehring its first year of instruction in June and graduates from the program are already seeing the benefits of their training. Seniors who completed the program are moving on to their own career starts with the sheet metal workers, operating engineers, carpenters, elevator constructors, electricians, bricklayers, Boeing, a local granite quarry, and the United States Army. Many students have said that the training and career exploration in the RAP Program helped guide their post-high school path. In addition to hard skills needed in the building and construction industry, the RAP Program offers crucial training in safety and first aid. Students participating in the program receive certified training in OSHA workplace safety as well as CPR/AED training. These soft skills and knowledge help students enter the workplace ready to keep themselves and their co-workers safe on the job. Through the partnership with Everett Community College, an employment readiness coach works with each student to develop a resume and cover letter, learn interview techniques, and

make connections with prospective employers. This additional support has helped students enter the professional world equipped to find and maintain gainful employment. The RAP Program has formalized partnerships with over eight local certified apprenticeship and training programs. The success of the program and these partnerships was recently recognized by the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council (WSATC). At their July 16th meeting, the WSATC formally recognized the RAP Program as a state-certified apprenticeship preparatory program. This means the Program meets a high standard of instruction and structure to prepare students for success in the building and construction trades. The 2020-2021 school year is shaping up to be a great continuation of this program and I invite anyone with an upcoming high school junior or senior to reach out to the program for more information about how to enroll. You can learn more about the program at https://www.msd25.org/rapcenter. Nate Nehring is a member of the Snohomish County Council and represents District 1 which includes Arlington, Darrington, Granite Falls, Marysville, Stanwood, and unincorporated north county. He can be reached by email at Nate.Nehring@snoco.org or by phone at (425) 388-3494.

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Dragons help Arlington rebound from COVID A variety of dragons have just flown into downtown Arlington to be part of an interactive public art adventure with its own website, SuddenlyDragons. com, during the month of August. Dragons are a symbol of strength and power for many cultures around the world. For the artists involved, they are also a small step toward recovery from the COVID pandemic. “Dragons are a gateway between the natural world and our imagination,” said Monica Bretherton, originator of the project. “That’s obviously a significant relationship, because we have been creating art about them for at least ten thousand years.” Dragons also have special appeal for young people, encouraging imagination, discovery and explora-

tion, she said. In this case, it is a chance to do a little socially-distanced exploration of downtown Arlington, where dragons have taken up residence in the windows of businesses during the month of August 2020. From the feed store to the florist, the bowling alley, clothing and knitting stores and even a muffler shop, local merchants got right on board with this art adventure. "We all want to see our town come back to life," Bretherton said. Created by local artists, each of Arlington's dragons is unique in style and materials. Karen Lewis, a former knitter and spinner, who now works with found objects, said, “Suddenly Dragons has been a fun way to revisit needle arts and share

in my love of whimsy.” “It’s a fine line between dragons and the colorful lizards of the earth,” said Sarah Arney. Her dragon is very easy to find as it is on a fence, right out in the open. Others will require a bit more searching — but all are on or near the four block stretch of N. Olympic Avenue, that is Arlington's main street. Most of the Hidden Dragons are in store windows marked with a sign. No need to go inside, if you don't want to, or go during store hours, although downtown is very much open for business (masks required, of course) and your patronage is welcome. The Wind Dragons along Centennial Trail just north of the Depot, were created by Bretherton — originally intended to tie in

to Arlington’s annual Fly-In Festival (sadly canceled this year due to the pandemic). The Dragon Fly-In also features small mailed-in dragons displayed in the windows of the Depot. A chalk art dragon was created on the sidewalk at Legion Park Sunday on July 26 by Erika Bruss with the assistance of some young artists. As chalk is as ephemeral as a rainbow, you may have to experience this via the website suddenlydragons.com, where dragon hunters are encouraged to report sightings of dragons and assist in finding them middle names. Each dragon has a sign with a link to its own webpage with more information about the host and the artist, and to help in finding them, a map is available at the information board outside of the Depot, next to

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the Burmashave-style signs that announce the project. Arney, who serves as president of the Arlington Arts Council, said she is grateful to Bretherton for this fun, public art project for the community, and to the artists who participated, including AAC members Bretherton, Lewis, Bruss, Mike Nordine and Coe Blackwell, Jennifer Carol, Stuart Heddy and Niki Spencer, as well as to Aarene Storms, whose Suddenly Dragons role-playing game was an element of the project which had to be shelved for the moment due to social distancing requirements. “Since we had to cancel our Art in Legion Park Festival and all our youth art events, it was lucky that Monica was able to reconceive Suddenly Dragons to function in this new en-

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Some 'Old Days' advice no longer relevant Back in the farms primar“old days” it used ily located in the to be that once state of Oregon. we hit late July These plants and the month of could only be dug August, planting up from around season was over. By Steve Smith October through Other than a few March when they annuals, garden centers were dormant and not acwere essentially out of stock tively growing. They would when it came to shrubs and be dug from the fields and trees. There was of course wrapped in burlap, hence lots of harvesting to do in the industry term “balled these months with all of and burlap.” We still sell lots our warm season crops like of plants that are “balled and beans, corn, cucumbers, burlap” but the vast majority and tomatoes all getting of shrubs and trees that are ripe, but as for installing destined to be installed in a new plants into our land- landscape are now grown in scapes, forget about it until containers their entire life. the rains come in the fall. In other words, they are not Nothing could be farther “field grown” but are instead “container grown”. This from the truth these days. Back in the “old days” might seem like a technicalmost shrubs and trees were ity for the consumer, but the grown in the ground on reality of this is that plants

that are “container grown” can be planted any time of the year. Here’s why… Field grown plants are dug up from a farm and much of the root system gets left behind in the field. It takes these plants a while to recover and get their feet back on the ground (or in this case their roots). Garden centers like ours will pot up “balled and burlap” plants in the spring in order to start the process of regenerating their root systems. Once potted up, they are then ready to be taken home and planted. No new “balled and burlap” plants will come in again until October, when once again, it is okay to dig from the fields. With “container grown” plants there is never a situation where roots get left

behind in the field. On the contrary, consumers often need to “rough up” these plant’s root systems before planting because they have filled the pots and are now encircling the container. This is a critical step to have a successful transplanting into your yard. Virtually all annuals, perennials, and the vast majority of shrubs and trees, are now grown in containers and therefore can be planted throughout the hot months of summer with complete confidence that they will root in and establish themselves properly. The other advantage of planting in the summer is that you can manipulate the soil moisture so that it is neither too dry or too sloppy wet. Warm soil is also conducive to growing new

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While most shrubs and trees are now grown in containers some are still available "balled and burlap." roots. In short, as long as we manage the soil moisture, we should be able to plant all summer long with complete confidence. If someone tries to tell you that you need to wait until September or until the rains come, tell them to bugger off. This might have been good ad-

vice in the “old days” but it is no longer relevant today. Plant like there is no tomorrow and stay safe.

Steve Smith is the owner of Sunnyside Nursery in Marysville and can be reached at sunnysidenursery@msn.com.