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Strawberry Festival returns to M'ville By Christopher Andersson christopher@northcountyoutlook.com The Marysville Strawberry Festival returned this summer after a two-year absence with traditional carnival rides, Asbery Field market, the Grand Parade down State Avenue, and much more. The festival was not held the previous two years because of the pandemic but was able to be held this year. “It’s going really well. Everything we’ve done so far with the Golf Tournament and Fashion Show have gone well,” said Gail Frost, president of Maryfest, the local nonprofit organization that runs the festival. On June 11, 22 teams competed in the Golf Tournament, which is an event that was brought back this year and organized by the Marysville Tulalip Chamber of Commerce. The raffle at that event raised $2,000 for a new scholarship that Maryfest plans to give out for a student who performs community service. “All of the raffle money that we raised is going to the new scholarship that Maryfest has started,” said Ivonne Sepulveda, president of the Marysville Tulalip Chamber of Commerce. The Fashion Show and Luncheon was held on June 14 and raised money for the scholarships Maryfest already hands out. “Thanks to the money raised, the festival is able See FESTIVAL on page 8
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Arlington High School valedictorians Alina Seuthprachack, left, and Jenna Estep celebrate as they graduate during their school’s commencement ceremony on June 16.
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Strawberry Festival Queen Amelia Belmont on the Strawberry Festival's float on State Avenue during the festival’s Grand Parade on June 18.
Arlington High School graduating seniors celebrated their graduation at the school’s June 16 commencement ceremony. Working through a global pandemic made high school an even bigger chal-
lenge for students of the 2022 graduating class. “It was just three years ago that they were finishing their freshman year and COVID closed the doors to our schools,” said Arlington School District Superintendent Chrys Sweeting.
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Marysville Pilchuck High School class of 2022 valedictorian Seaira Fogg, left, and salutatorian Dylan Carson turn their tassels during the school’s commencement ceremony on June 17.
Marysville Pilchuck High School seniors walked across the stage on June 17 to receive their diplomas for being part of the graduating Class of 2022. The local high school gathered at Quil Ceda Stadium for this year’s commencement ceremony. “As a staff we are extremely impressed with the efforts and persistence you have demonstrated to be here tonight,” said Marysville Pilchuck High School principal Brian Tinsley. Graduate and one of the senior speakers
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McKenzie Cornelius said it was tough but many students persevered through high school. “Through our journey some of us were doubtful we would make it through high school, but I’m proud to see all of us here,” she said. It was a long road for many of the students at the graduation. “Four years ago we walked onto this campus with no idea the impact it would have on us, but I think we can all agree it was a great one,” said Cornelius. Students worked through a number of
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“To reach this milestone is a testament to their resilience, grit and tenacious and strong character,” she said. School principal Duane Fish agreed that students worked hard throughout high school to get to this point. “You’ve endured a lot of change in your four years at Arlington but none of it appears to have had distracted you from preparing for what’s ahead,” he said. Fish also praised the seniors for being involved in their school. This spring the drama club put on ‘Shrek the Musical.” “It was just announced yesterday that it won an honorable mention from the 5th Avenue Theatre Awards,” said Fish.
Recently, the Anatomage team placed third in the nation among more than 200 teams, he said. The Aerie choir and the Flight jazz band have also placed highly in recent competitions. It has been a long journey through high school for many of the students. “When I look back to freshman year, I will always remember how nervous I was to start high school,” said valedictorian Sophie Willis. She said she gained her footing though, until junior year. “We spent most of our time online,” she said, “but we were always there to help each other.” Willis said the graduates will take a lot away from the school. “Up to this point high school has been the most important part of our lives,”
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formances have helped her. “I truly do believe that acting is a great way to build confidence because it makes you think like you’re the biggest idiot in the world,” she said. Valedictorian Anna Dodd said that graduates will also be shaped by their experiences at the school, such as “cheering people on as they’re heading down the stairs to state.” She was glad to be able to grow up in Arlington. “Arlington is a tightknit community and there’s something really special about growing up here,” said Dodd. Willis also wanted to recognize the many people who helped the graduates along the way. “Thank you to all who supported us along the way. Our teachers, coaches, family members and community members,” she said.
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“I’ve been able to identify with a group of students who have influenced my life while being able to make music,” he said. He also serves as the first Black ASB president at the school and said he will remember starting the Black Student Union there. “Two years ago we established our Black Student Union, which started with just two students, but now we have numerous members and have inspired many other student unions to flourish on our campus,” he said. Valedictorian Seaira Fogg encouraged students to connect with those around them through life. “I spent so much time studying and playing sports on the weekend I didn’t have a typical high school life,” said Fogg. Although she doesn’t regret working hard as she’s laid a strong foundation for her future education, she said, but she does wish she found a better school-life balance. “I was still able to make some amazing memories … but I do wish I had gotten to know some of the people in front of me,” said Fogg. The future is now up to students as they head out into the world. “Everyone has their own journey, but after today it’s really up to you to make that journey authentic,” said Merrick. Merrick also wanted to honor the many community members who help students each year. “I want to thank our families, our teachers, our coaches and anyone who supported us on our journeys. We appreciate everything that you did for us, even if it didn’t seem like it,” he said.
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obstacles that were unique to this generation of high school graduates. “We did this through completely unprecedented times, a global pandemic, social structure changes, political strife, and look at us, we still look good,” said senior class president Andon Merrick. ASB president Josiah Frank said he will remember a lot of his experiences from the school. “We not only remember passing the goal line in October, slow dances in the nightlit gym, but also military balls, musical performances, art shows, DECA competitions and the numerous school activities that take place each year,” he said. Frank participated in the jazz band and was glad to be a part of it.
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MG seniors celebrate graduation By Christopher Andersson christopher@northcountyoutlook.com
After a tough four years of high school the Marysville Getchell High School Class of 2022 was able to receive their diplomas on June 17. Graduates at the school have had a long and winding school career.
“We’ve been through a lot in our 18-ish years,” said valedictorian speaker Natalie Otto. “We’ve seen the completion of the human genome project, the crowning of major social media platforms, the beginning of smart phones and some of the most turbulent elections in our history … lastly, we’ve experienced a pandemic that will
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Marysville Getchell High School graduate and senior class president Abbygail Bojador speaks at her school’s commencement ceremony on June 17.
Health Fair returns on June 22 Health vendors and information will be available at the Stilly Valley Center’s annual Health and Wellness Resource Fair that returns June 22. The fair is hosted at the center at 18308 Smokey Point Blvd., Arlington, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Seniors can receive free health screenings and learn about social services at the event. “We are set up here in the center and spread out over the main hall and we have various displays and presentations people can learn form, as well as that person-to-person contact,” said Angeles Vesely, family caregiver coordinator at the Stilly Valley Center and one of the organizers of the event. “We’re helping to make the community more aware of the resources available around them,” said Vesely. Visitors will also be able to take home some flyers, information pamphlets and other goodies from the event. About 40 vendors are prepared to be at the event. More information about the Stilly Valley Center is available at stillycenter.org.
be taught in classrooms for to come.” The pandemic has left a mark on their high school career, said Otto. “These past four years have been some of the longest and most challenging. From school being shut down and having to do online school to finally reopening and experiencing school in a way we never had before,” Otto said. Social distancing also caused teenagers to lose out on time in their community and time getting to know their classmates. “We lost a vast chunk of our time in our teenage years that we can’t get back,” said senior class president Abbygail Bojador. “We didn’t have the same opportunity to grow as a community,” she added. Those struggles have also increased isolation and other problems during the high school years for many students. “Like many of you, I struggled with my mental health,” said Bojador. “My hope for our class is that we are able to provide resources for future generations when it comes to mental health." Students at the school were still able to work through their obstacles and finish high school though.
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Marysville Getchell High School graduate Ty Kuhlman celebrates after receiving his diploma during the school’s commencement ceremony on June 17. “You’ve made it through the hectic circumstances that affected our time at MG, you deserve to feel proud of yourself,” said valedictorian speaker Shannia Crafton. Principal Richard Zimmerman congratulated students for taking the next steps outside of high school, with many planning on attending college soon. “There future looks very, very bright for our students,” he said.
The Class of 2022 has close to a million dollars of scholarship funds, he said. Students wanted to show appreciation to the people who have helped them along the way as well. “To all the friends and family here tonight, thank you. You were the core support system throughout the pandemic,” said Bojador. “I would like to thank the teachers and staff for all the support on our journey,” said Otto.
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AHS Class of 1952 holds reunion By Christopher Andersson christopher@northcountyoutlook.com
Arlington High School’s Class of ’52 gathered on June 9 for their most recent class reunion to reminisce and meet up again with old friends. “I think it’s gone wonderful,” said Marie Nelson Tribon, organizer for the event. “For 70 years I think that we have a pretty good representation [of people here]." She said many of the students knew each other from farm work. “We were all poor kids then and we all had to work,” said Nelson Tribon. “If you wanted school clothes that day you got busy in the summertime picking strawberries,” she said. “That gave us all a good work ethic.” Other alumni said they remember the sports games in the community. “I just think of all the ball games that we went to, basketball and football,” said alumni Lorna Johnson.
“I had a lot of fun turning out after school for those games,” said alumni Dixie Blacken. Many of the students at the reunion grew up together in the Lakewood and Arlington areas. “When we were little, it was easy to get to know each other,” said Nelson Tribon. “There is one gal over here, we’ve been friends since we were 11-years-old,. Some of us started school in 1941 together, a number of us did.” In other cases, Arlington High School alumni were getting back in touch with people they have graduated with. “It’s fun to be here and see whether you’re going to recognize your old classmates,” said Blacken. “I recognize faces, but I couldn’t put a name to it." Nelson Tribon said there were some people who she had lost touch with. “It’s wonderful to see all these people because some of them I haven’t seen in quite a while,” she said. Johnson was also glad to
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Arlington High School alumni from the Class of ’52 during their reunion on June 9. Back row, from left, Margaret Wheeler Moll, Byron Parsons, Parker Wells, Mel Edstrom, Marvin Nelson and Marie Nelson Tribon. Front row, from left, Mae Sedy Townsend, Ina Ruthruff Koontz, Dixie Craven Blacken, Lorna Gatherers Johnson, Arlene Lallemand McAllister. see so many people come out to the reunion. “I think it’s really great to see those of us that are out,” she said. “We know that we have
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from Lakewood and went to Arlington High School,” said Nelson Tribon, who noted that Lakewood school only went up to grade eight at the time.
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Pendleton opens new location in Tulalip By Christopher Andersson christopher@northcountyoutlook.com
Blankets, wool clothing and other apparel is available at the recently opened Pendleton location at the Tulalip outlet mall. The new business held the ribbon cutting for their location on June 2. It is located at the Seattle Premium Outlets at 10600 Quil Ceda Blvd., Tulalip. “Pendleton is a familyowned company and we’ve been around for 163 years,” said Bob Christnacht, an executive vice president at the company. “We are one of the largest woolen mill manufacturers in the state of Washington." The brand typically manufactures apparel and blankets and has a wide range of designs, including some inspired by traditional Native American patterns. “We hired Native American artists to help design a lot of our products and we have a very unique relationship with that community,” said Christnacht.
The company targets a number of different groups for their products. “We cover a lot of different demographics,” he said. “Our brand has been around so long and it’s a part of the cultures and customs of many communities." They have been popular long enough that the brand has become known for the Pendleton sweater worn by the protagonist in ‘The Big Lebowski’ and the original name of music group the Beach Boys was ‘The Pendletones,’ a pun on the brand. “We’ve got all these touchpoints in history,” said Christnacht. The company mostly operates as a west coast business and opened a Tulalip location after closing in Burlington. “We used to be up in Burlington but Tulalip has a beautiful center here. We’re excited for the community and to be on tribal land,” said Christnacht. The ribbon cutting ceremony also included a donation to the Native American
Rehabilitation Association. “They provide healthcare for women on reservations,” said Christnacht. He noted that Pendleton is also a frequent donator to the American Indian College Fund, and that they support an endowment that helps Native students attend college. A blanket was also presented to Tulalip Tribal member Patti Gobin. “Everybody knows that blankets are critical to our life and we give them out as a sign of great respect,” she said. The Native American tribes that lived in the Salish Sea area were known for their blankets. “The Coast Salish people are the only people in the world with a Pomeranian dog that we had in specific areas,” she said. “We made our blankets and capes by meshing it with cedar and that woolly dog." More information about Pendleton products can be found at pendleton-usa. com.
APS receives audit results Arlington Public Schools was recently audited for fiscal year 2020-21 by the Washington State Auditor’s Office and the results were published on May 23. School districts are audited every year by the auditor’s office. The auditor’s opinion indicates Arlington’s financial statements were fairly presented with no significant deficiencies, no material weaknesses, and no instances of noncompliance that were material to the financial statements. “In other words, the auditors gave the district a clean opinion with no issues or findings to report,” said Gina Zeutenhorst, executive director of financial services. “Our district is committed to proper stewardship of financial operations. The audit also included a two-year review of legal compliance and accountability areas. Auditors looked at the district’s payroll, use of restricted funds for professional learning and local levy dollars for enrichment activities, supplemental employee contracts, financial condition, open public meetings act compliance, and federal ESSER grant spending. We received a clean audit opinion in each of the areas they reviewed.” The auditor’s mission is to examine how state and local governments use public funds and develops strategies to make government more
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stewardship from not only the school board, but all departments and schools,” said Superintendent Chrys Sweeting. “This allows us to provide the resources necessary to support the learning of each and every student in Arlington.”
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Amanda Luke, store manager for the new Pendleton location in Tulalip, center right, cuts the ribbon to the business on June 2. She is joined by Tulalip Tribal members Patti Gobin, left, and Chelsea Craig, center left, and Pendleton area manager of Washington stores Alysha Clark.
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Trike Races return to Strawberry Festival By Nathan Whalen christopher@northcountyoutlook.com Eleven four-person teams spent the evening of June 16 racing tricycles through a gauntlet of obstacles in downtown Marysville as part of the Strawberry Festival. Crowds of people lined the Third Street near State Avenue to watch and cheer on the relay teams as they competed in the adult Trike Races that were organized by 5 Rights Brewing Company. “Everybody who participated seemed to have a good time,” said Sean Siefert, taproom manager at 5 Rights Brewing. “I think it was a roaring success.” The race course went
along State Avenue to Third Street Books. Several businesses sponsored the obstacles riders had to negotiate. One lane included spraying competitors with whip cream, soaking them with water, having them push weights, ride over a ramp, and spin-out on a soap covered canvas. The other lane included eating a donut from a string, maneuvering through hay, striking a punching bag, and going through a small slalom course. In the end, the team from Remedy Crossfit, based on Third Street, had the best time of 6 minutes, 3 seconds. 5 Rights took second place with a time of 6 minutes 23 seconds, and
Spoon and Straw took third place at 6 minutes and 29 seconds. The Marysville Police Department also fielded a relay team. They were supposed to race against Marysville firefighters, however Siefert said firefighters had to respond to a call. The races also provided an opportunity for camaraderie among racers and spectators. “We want to be involved in the community as much as possible,” said Jay Taylor, who was a member of the team from VanderBeken Remodel. “It was a blast,” Taylor’s teammate Ryan Hall said. Stefanie Holst, who donned an orange wig and
was a member of the team sponsored by the Hair Bar located on Third Street, said she participated to be part of the community. The races also collected more than $4,000 that will help fund Strawberry Festival scholarships for local high school graduates. The June 16 event marked the first time since that the trike races where held in a number of years. It wasn’t the only returning event to take place during the Strawberry Festival. The golf tournament took place June 11 at Cedarcrest Golf Course after a years-long hiatus. Siefert said half of the teams who participated have already committed to
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Marysville police officer Darbi Boggs enters the slalom during the Strawberry Festival Trike Races that took place June 16 in downtown Marysville. competing in 2023. Some of those teams want to supply their own trikes and make their own modifications
and decorations to them. “I only think it’s going to get bigger as the years go on,” Siefert said.
More than 100 people participate in Berry Run By Nathan Whalen christopher@northcountyoutlook.com
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Jasmine Nguyen participates in the Berry Run on June 18.
Spectators waiting for the Strawberry Festival Grand Parade June 16 got to cheer 125 runners racing on State Avenue. The runners were competing in the Strawberry Festival's annual Berry Run which had one-mile or 5K options, going along State Avenue from near the intersection of 80th Street to Fifth Street in downtown Marysville. “Running down a straight stretch with fans is always fun,” said Jeff Sowards, who helped organize the Berry Run. He added having an atmosphere of cheering people led to a positive experience.
“It was almost like the runners warmed up the crowd for the parade,” Sowards said. Race time was at 6:30 p.m. with 41 runners participating in the one mile and 84 runners participating in the 5K. One-mile runners ran from 80th to near Fifth Street, while the 5K runners ran back to 80th and then returned to Fifth Street. The number of participants was up from a previous year. Sowards said one of the last times the Berry Run took place 56 runners participated. Sowards said the flat course meant good times for the runners and they were pleased with the results. Runners had to clear the
course 15 minutes before the start of the Grand Parade. Blake Wayman ran the fastest 5K on the men’s side running 16:37, Gavin Darrah finished second running 17:07 and Jon Murray placed third running 17:07. Sowards said the girls results are still being confirmed as of press time. Previous years saw the Berry Run start from the Tulalip Amphitheatre. Sowards said it was decided to tie the race with another Strawberry Festival event. “I knew the event would take on more excitement for runners and the crowd,” Sowards said. He was also appreciative of the more than 25 volunteers who
helped with the race. “I need to thank our volunteers from Lakewood, both parents and the Lakewood cross country team,” said Sowards, who is also the Lakewood cross country coach. He said the Berry Run went well and he hopes the Strawberry Festival organizers will have the race again in 2023. Runners will have another festival-based race to run in the coming weeks. The Pedal, Paddle, Puff Triathlon, along with the Foam 5K, take place Monday, July 4, during Arlington’s Fourth of July celebration. For more information about those events and to register, go to www.itsyourrace.com.
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SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR SNOHOMISH COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CARLENE E. ARONSON, Deceased, NO. 22-4-01218-31, PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS, RCW 11.40.030
UPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR SNOHOMISH COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF KENNETH ALBERT SHATTUCK, Deceased, NO. 22-4-0112931, PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS, RCW 11.40.030
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR SNOHOMISH COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF RITA JEAN ALMLI, Deceased, NO. 22-4-01179-31, PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS, RCW 11.40.030
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR SNOHOMISH COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: STEVEN W. PETERSON, Deceased, NO. 22-4-01120-31, PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS, RCW 11.40.030
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR SNOHOMISH COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MARLENE LOIS-JULIA ROSS, Deceased, NO. 22-4-01219-31, PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS, RCW 11.40.030
SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR SNOHOMISH COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN L. AHRENS, Deceased, NO. 22-4-01128-31, 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: June 22, 2022. Personal Representative: Susan A. Andrews 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: June 22, 2022. Personal Representative: Victoria Susan Shattuck 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: June 22, 2022. Personal Representative: Nikki L. Ahrens 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. 22-4-01218-31.
Court of probate proceedings and cause number: Snohomish County Superior Court, Cause No. 22-4-01129-31
THE PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE NAMED THE PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE NAMED BELOW has been appointed as personal THE PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE NAMED BELOW has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any perBELOW has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would son having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the credidays after the personal representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1) 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 tor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1) (c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the (c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 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 otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s and RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: June 15, probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: June 22, 2022. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: June 15, 2022. 2022. Personal Representative: Lauren ShockPersonal Representative: Lisa Bejvl Personal Representative: Steven Scott ley-Lehn Attorney for Personal Representative: Peterson Attorney for Personal Representative: Bradley E. Neunzig, WSBA #22365 Attorney for Personal Representative: Breanne W. Martin, WSBA #44519 Address for Mailing or Service: P.O. Box Steven J. Peiffle, WSBA #14704 Address for Mailing or Service: P.O. Box 188, 103 North Street, Arlington, WA Address for Mailing or Service: P.O. Box 188, 103 North Street, Arlington, WA 98223 188, 103 North Street, Arlington, WA 98223 98223 Court of probate proceedings and cause Court of probate proceedings and cause number: Snohomish County Superior number: Snohomish County Superior Court of probate proceedings and cause Court, Cause No. 22-4-01219-31. Court, Cause No. 22-4-01179-31. number: Snohomish County Superior Court, Cause No. 22-4-01120-31.
Court of probate proceedings and cause number: Snohomish County Superior Court, Cause No. 22-4-01128-31.
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Celebrate National Pollination Week
that are workThis year, the ing with gardenweek of June ers like you and 20th through I to increase our June 26th is Naknowledge on tional Pollination how to be betWeek and here ter stewards of are some facts we By Steve Smith these important creatures. should all take notice of. In 2007 the U.S. Senate Here is some information made a decision to estab- I gleaned from the website lish a pollinator awareness www.pollinator.org Pollination, in case you week in response to the worldwide concern over the didn’t already know, is the decline of pollinators. Since process of moving pollen then, there have been mul- grains between two flowtiple organizations that have ers of the same species (or jumped on the band wagon within a single flower) by to help educate all of us wind or animals that are about this important topic. pollinators. About 75% of If you Google anything re- all flowering plants rely lated to “pollinators” you on animal pollinators and will find all sorts of refer- over 200,000 species of aniences from government mals act as pollinators. Of organizations to nonprofits those, about 1,000 are hum-
mingbirds, bats, and small mammals — the rest are insects such as beetles, bees, ants, wasps, butterflies, and moths. Worldwide, approximately 1,000 plants grown for food, beverages, fibers, spices, and medicines need to be pollinated in order to produce the goods on which we depend. It’s not hard to figure out that a reduction in the number of pollinators (specifically bees) can have a devastating effect on our food supply. Speaking of bees, it’s good to know that most species of bees don't sting. Although all female bees are physically capable of stinging, most bee species native to the U.S. are "solitary bees” — meaning that
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brought classic rides and games to the city again. “I think it’s a great community event after two years with COVID,” said carnival visitor Jessica Rhodes. Many Marysville residents have come to the carnival for many of their past summers. “For me it’s about nostalgia, I grew up going here,” said carnival visitor Chelsea Baker. She said she always enjoys coming to the carnival to buy some elephant ears. “I like just seeing familiar faces and seeing everybody happy,” she said. The festival also brought back the Trike Races which had not be held for several years. And the Berry Run moved to a new route that ran down State Avenue just before the Grand Parade. The Grand Parade down State Avenue returned this
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to continue to give thousands of dollars in scholarships to our Royalty Court,” said Frost. Clothes from J.C. Penney and other local businesses such as Hilton & Company and Old Soul were put on display during the show. “I think everybody enjoyed the fashions and the lunch was great,” said Frost. The Market in the Park brought many vendors to Asbery Field for the festival this year. “It’s been great so far. Even though there’s a little bit of mud everyone has been nice and there’s just a lot of nice vendors. Everyone has been personable and it’s just been awesome so far,” said market visitor Anthony Bevilacqua. He said he has never
been to the Strawberry Festival before and was enjoying it. “We’re originally from Tacoma and I moved up to Everett. We don’t come up north very often but it’s been awesome so far,” he said. Vendor Jessica Neithamer brought her business, The Reiki Room, to the market and said she enjoys the event. “We’re having lots of fun,” she said. “I like seeing lots of people, meeting lots of people and seeing people I know from the community.” Rain put a damper on some of the days of the market, but it still had a good turnout, said Frost. “Last night at the market it was a little slow because it was raining, but once the weather cleared up it’s been pretty busy,” she said. The Funtastic Carnival
they do not live in colonies and don't sting unless they are physically threatened or injured. Only honey bees are defensive and may chase someone who disturbs their hive. It has been my experience that on a sunny day when the bees are busy working on the flowers, they have little interest in me and we both can peacefully coexist in the garden just fine. Unless you are allergic to bee stings, there is little to worry about. As gardeners, there are several things we can do to encourage pollinators into our yards. For one thing, we can reduce or eliminate our use of insecticides. Whether synthetic or natural, most in-
secticides are toxic to bees. We can create pollinatorfriendly habitats with native flowering plants and noninvasive exotic varieties that supply pollinators with nectar, pollen, and homes. We have such an incredible variety of annuals and perennials to choose from (not to mention flowering shrubs and trees) that there is no excuse for not having a rich source of pollen and nectar, almost year around, in our gardens. Many of us have embraced the practice of installing mason bee houses in our gardens, but let’s not forget that bats will also pollinate our flowers in addition to eating those nasty mosquitoes. Bat houses are available at most
garden centers and are easy to install. When it comes to supporting pollinators, variety is the spice of life. The more flowers and blooming shrubs we can cram into our gardens the happier our pollinator friends will be, not to mention that we will benefit from the beauty that surrounds us. In the name of good pollinator stewardship, go dig up a little more lawn and widen those flower beds. Remember, a cup of coffee, glass of wine, or chocolate bar wouldn’t exist if it weren’t for pollinators.
Steve Smith represents Sunnyside Nursery in Marysville and can be reached at sunnysidenursery@msn.com.
PHOTO BY CHRISTOPHER ANDERSSON
Jessica Rhodes, left, and Macy Gunderson have fun on one of the rides at the Funtastic Carnival at this year’s Strawberry Festival on June 18. year to cap off the festival. There were about 80 participants in this year’s parade, which is about what previous year’s parades had, said Frost. “We’ve come years and years to the parade because my kids used to be on the Everett Eagles Junior Drill Team,” said Cindy Martin. She appreciates that there is an evening parade in the area. “I like that it is at night. My favorite part is that they’re able to have it at night because we don’t have that anywhere else here,” she said. Frost said the festival was happy to be able to bring
back all the events, including the parade. “I think people just generally like parades,” said Frost. “They’re going to love to have the Seafair Pirates back and kids just like parade. Everyone likes the bands and the one I can’t wait to see are the St. Ber-
nards." The event also helped to bring traditions back to Marysville that locals have not been able to enjoy for a while. “It’s getting back to normal after COVID, what they’re used to doing with the community,” said Frost.
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Strawberry Festival alternate Royalty member Ziri Morales models some clothes as part of this year’s Fashion Show and Luncheon on June 14.