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Suspect in Ferndale homicide found dead in California By Bill Helm bill@lyndentribune.com
Todd Andersen
On July 9, Ferndale Police detectives received information that Todd Andersen, the suspect in the recent homicide on Portal Way in Ferndale, had been found dead in Northern California. According to a July 11 press release from City of Ferndale Communications Officer Riley Sweeney,
Andersen allegedly sent an email to a family member the previous evening indicating that he was in the Clear Creek area of Lassen County, California. It was further reported that he had childhood connections to that area. Lassen County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) was notified of the possible location of Andersen, Sweeney reported. Later that afternoon, LCSO told
the Ferndale Police Department that they had spotted Andersen. At approximately 5:20 p.m., Lassen County deputies notified the Ferndale Police Department that Anderson fatally shot himself. Anderson reportedly shot himself as LCSO deputies attempted to contact him. At just after noon on July 7, Andersen, 49, fatally shot 58-year-old Ferndale resident Douglas Scoggins
in the 6200 block of Portal Way, the City of Ferndale reported. Further investigation determined that Scoggins had been shot multiple times. According to Sweeney, probable cause exists to arrest Andersen for first-degree murder. For more information, please contact Lassen County Sheriff’s Office Public Information Officer Lt. Dave Woginrich at 530-251-8013.
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Cicchitti’s Pizza serves the community of Ferndale slices of thin crust East Coast style pizza during the City of Ferndale’s Food Truck Fridays. (Leora Watson/Ferndale
Ben Elenbaas, Simon Sefzik and Sharon Shewmake are running for LD42 state senator.
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Aug. 2 Primary, Nov. 8 regular elections for state senator, state representatives; 3 candidates for non-partisan district court judge By Bill Helm bill@lyndentribune.com
WHATCOM — On Aug. 2, and again on Nov. 8, Whatcom County voters will have a chance to decide who they want to serve in the state’s senate and house. This year, voters will fill three seats in Legislative District 42, with three candidates for state senator, three candidates for state representative position No. 1 and four candidates for state representative position No. 2. In the state’s senatorial race, Simon Sefzik, a Republican, will look to keep the seat
he was appointed to fill in January following the death of Doug Ericksen in December 2021. Sefzik has two challengers in that race: Republican Ben Elenbaas and Democrat Sharon Shewmake. Since 2020, Elenbaas has served Whatcom County as District 5 councilor. Since 2019, Shewmake has served Washington as state representative. This partisan seat is a four-year term. State Representative Incumbent Alicia Rule has two challengers for her seat as State Representative
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Pos. 1. A Democrat, Rule is in her first term as state representative. She also serves on Blaine’s city council. This year, Rule has two first-time challengers, Republicans Kamal Bhachu and Tawsha Thompson. For Pos. 2 state representative, there are four candidates to take Shewmake’s seat: Democrats Richard May and Joe Timmons, and Republicans Kyle Christensen and Dan Johnson. May, on Blaine’s city council, is the city’s mayor pro tem. Timmons is a first-time candidate. See 2022 Elections on A3
Editor’s note: On July 20, the Ferndale Record will publish campaign statements by each of the state’s LD42 candidates. On July 27, we will publish a special Q&A we have solicited of each candidate. We already have contacted each candidate to solicit their statements and their responses to our Q&A. For any candidate who does not participate, we will publish the statement they have already provided at the VOTE WA website: https://voter.votewa.gov.
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FERNDALE — The first Friday of the summer months, an assembly of food trucks make an appearance in Pioneer Park in Ferndale to participate in Food Truck Fridays. The food trucks during the event serve a wide variety of options to the community of Ferndale, such as Indian food, ice cream sandwiches, barbeque, Mexican food and Whatcom County’s favorite pizza food truck: Cicchitti’s East Coast Pizza. According to owner Niki Shannon, Cicchitti’s East Coast Pizza opened in 1976 as a restaurant on State Street in Bellingham, where it would sell its pizza into the local bars. In 2013, Cicchitti’s shut down its final restaurant location in Bellingham and has been runSee Food Truck on A4
Embodiment of service and community Fire-in-the-hole cornhole tournament to honor late Assistant Fire Chief Dean Crosswhite July 22 By Leora Watson Leora@lyndentribune.com
FERNDALE — The Fire-inthe-hole cornhole tournament is chance for the Ferndale community to honor and celebrate the memory of Assistant Fire Chief Dean Crosswhite and raise money for a good cause, according to R.B. McKeon, president of the Board of Directors of the Ferndale Chamber of Commerce.
The cornhole tournament will take place Friday, July 22, at the Pioneer Pavilion in Ferndale. Ferndale Chamber of Commerce and Fire & Iron station 152 Motorcycle Club will host the event. Tickets are $5 for spectators. For a team to enter the cornhole contest the cost is $100, with a chance to win a $250 cash prize. Upper Left Cornhole, a professional cornhole organization, will run the tour-
nament, according to McKeon. Fire-in-the-hole is a 21-andolder event with food and drink available for purchase. There will also be a small silent auction with items available such as a stay at the Swinomish Casino, stay at a lake house at Lake Chelan and more, according to McKeon. All proceeds from the event will go toward Whatcom County Fire District #7 benevolence fund to benefit Crosswhite’s
family and other firefighters or their families, according to McKeon. “This is really a chance to just do something that Dean loved, which was being together and being in community and playing a fun game that he really enjoyed,” said McKeon. When the idea to host a cornhole tournament for Crosswhite came up, it felt like See Crosswhite on A7
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Ferndale municipal court judge rebrands law practice Lustick, Kaiman & Madrone now called Victory Legal Services BELLINGHAM — Ferndale Municipal Court’s presiding judge, Mark Kaiman, has rebranded his Bellingham law practice from Lustick, Kaiman & Madrone, PLLC to Victory Legal Services, PLLC. While the name has changed, the team remains focused on providing the best defense possible for their clients, even in the most difficult criminal cases. Finding a highly competent lawyer can be a challenge. Lustick, Kaiman & Madrone developed a strong reputation within the community for superior legal counsel and client satisfaction over its history. Now the firm is looking to refresh its public image
and transition to a new brand –Victory Legal Services, PLLC. Victory Legal Services is built upon the groundwork created by Lustick Law Firm founder, Jeffrey A. Lustick, who retired from law practice after 25 years of distinguished legal service. Victory Legal Services is committed to continuing to provide the client-centered service that Lustick Kaiman & Madrone was known for. The experienced law partners at Victory Legal, Mark Kaiman and Adrian Madrone, are driven to provide the highest quality legal services to their clients. Victory Legal is a law firm committed to building a defense with case-specific strategic planning efforts and unparalleled legal ex-
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about a legal issue, Victory Legal’s website is a perfect place to start evaluating your options. Clients who are unsure about criminal charges and court orders can learn a lot about the case and the process by reading the articles published on the website. From there, the Victory Legal team can be contacted via telephone or an online form. The content on the website is continuously updated to reflect recent changes in law, and more Spanish content will be available every week. The new visual identity and website are meant to make the user experience as clear as possible while conveying Victory Legal’s
core values and mission. VictoryLegal.US arms you with resources needed for your legal defense. The attorneys working in the firm are immensely qualified and experienced, having more than 30 years of combined practice experience. They have the skills required to handle simple or complex cases. What makes Victory Legal unique is they dedicate the whole team to every client for an advantage of multiple perspectives, opinions, and a stronger defense. The vision at Victory Legal is to make a positive difference and alleviate the client’s worries through compassion and a hassle-
free experience. For more information, visit https://victorylegal.us. Victory Legal Services will continue to honor our veterans by sponsoring Military Appreciation Day at the Northwest Washington Fair. This year, the event will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 16. Victory Legal Services is one of the top-rated law firms in the United States. The firm offers a wide range of services. Areas of specialty are criminal defense, sex offenses, DUI defense, traffic law, and civil orders such as anti-harassment orders, domestic violence protection orders and sexual assault protection orders.
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Art in action! MILESTONES
On Saturday, July 9, the Ferndale Arts Commission hosted Art in Action! a creativity exhibition where local artists showed off their skills, sold their work and talked about their creative process to the community in the Pioneer Pavilion building. Artists during the event painted, drew, tattooed and sculpted for onlooking spectators. The Ferndale Arts Commission enhances the community of Ferndale through public art and events and provides leadership for the cultural enrichment for Ferndale. (Leora Watson/Ferndale Record)
ANNIVERSARY: BRAD & JAN BROWN, 50TH
The children of Brad and Jan Brown are happy to announce their parents’ 50th anniversary on July 21. They met, got married and lived in Birch Bay their first few years before moving to Custer. There they soon enjoyed the addition of their daughters, Jessica and Elisa. There will be a family BBQ in Birch Bay to help them celebrate. Happily, they were able to win the Woods Coffee Hawaii trip in 2017 and got to go there in March 2018.
2022 Elections: Two-party competition for multi-partisan races Continued from A1
The mayor of Sumas from 2017-2021, Christensen is currently the flood recovery manager for Whatcom County. Johnson is a first-time challenger. Pos. 1 and Pos. 2 state representative seats are each two-year terms. More information Whatcom County voters also have three candidates to choose from as they look to fill the nonpartisan District Court Judge Pos. 2. With current District Court Judge No. 2 Matthew S. Elich not running,
the candidates are Gordon Jenkins, David Nelson and Jonathan Rands. Visit https://voter.votewa. gov for more information. Also for more information: • Ballots are mailed on July 13. If you have not received your ballot by July 20, contact the Whatcom County Auditor’s Office Election Division at 360778-5102 or email elections@co.whatcom.wa.us. Or visit www.whatcomcounty.us/Elections. Ballots must be postmarked by Aug. 2. USPS recommends mailing by Tuesday, July 26. • Ballot drop boxes are at Lynden (behind the Lynden library), Everson
(WECU parking lot), Sumas (behind the post office in the parking lot), Ferndale (Ferndale City Hall parking lot), Custer (Outside Custer Elementary School), Deming (Deming library parking lot) and Lummi (Lummi Nation administration building, outside main entrance). Boxes open July 13, close at 8 p.m. Aug. 2. • Register to vote online on or before July 25 at VoteWA.gov if you have a current Washington state driver’s license or ID card. • Register to vote in person by 8 p.m. election day at the Whatcom County Auditor’s Office, 311 Grand Ave., suite 103, Bellingham.
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Food Truck: East Coast pizza with Cicchitti’s Continued from A1
ning as a food truck business ever since. Shannon explained that moving to the food truck business model allowing Cicchitti’s to keep their prices down. The business on wheels currently has two food trucks, a standard food truck and a bus. This allows the eatery to travel around the county and the state serving slices at various locations and events. Food Truck Fridays It is not the first time Cicchitti’s East Coast Pizza has participated in Ferndale’s Food Truck Fridays, as the business took part in the event before for three to four years, according to Shannon. “I don’t know any other town where so many people come out just to eat,” said Shannon about the Ferndale community. “It’s amazing, the whole town comes out.” Food Truck Fridays is not the only event in Ferndale that Cicchitti’s Pizza will participate in this summer, with the business planning on attending Whatcom County Old Settlers Associations
picnic event at the end of July and taking part in the City of Ferndale’s music in the park events. During July, Cicchitti’s Pizza will mostly be at Ferndale events, according to Shannon. The best part of being at events in Ferndale as a food truck owner is there is always a crowd and the people are easy to work with, Shannon said. The Truman project Shannon’s business takes her far and wide across the county and state. With that traveling comes a somber but purposeful project. Shannon said her nephew took his life in April. From the loss of a family member emerged the #thetrumanproject, a project where Shannon and her family place rocks in various locations with mes- Cicchitti’s Pizza serves the community of Ferndale slices of thin crust East Coast style sages of love and to keep her pizza July 1 during the City of Ferndale’s Food Truck Fridays. (Leora Watson/Ferndale Record) nephew’s memory alive. “Everywhere I take the pizza truck, we try to leave a rock, a Truman rock,” said Shannon. The rocks have been placed on hiking trails, in Alaska, locations Cicchitti’s Pizza food truck has traveled and anywhere else they believe they can reach someone with their message, according to Shannon. “With the rocks we hope to reach someone that maybe doesn’t know that someone is thinking of them,” said Shannon. “We just want them to know that we are.”
A Truman rock placed by Cicchitti’s East Coast Pizza owner Niki Shannon at Kulshan Brewery in Bellingham. #Thetrumanproject is done by Shannon and her family to spread messages of love and keep her nephew’s memory alive. (Courtesy photo)
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OBITUARIES Bob Allison Robert “Bob” Allison age 68, passed away at St. Joseph’s Hospital on Sunday, July 10 at 3:33 a.m. in room 333. We remember Bob’s lightheartedness and ability to find humor in any situation regardless gravity. He was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and friend and advisor to many. Bob was unusually tenacious and resilient, a big picture thinker, and able to solve complex problems in work and life. Bob will be sorely missed by his family and all those who loved him. Bob was born Dec. 7, 1953 in Alameda, California to parents William and Dorothy (Rylands) Allison. The second born, Bob joined sibling William, and became a big brother to Brian, Barry, and Rebecca. Bob was extremely athletic in his early life including training for and winning state championships for track; he also made
the varsity football team his freshman through senior year of high school as a starting running back. Academically, Bob was a lifelong learner. In childhood, he relished astronomy books, reading everything his school library had to offer. Bob earned a BA from Kennedy Western University, and dozens of professional certifications. He was an ordained minister, a leader on church boards, and respected as a top professional in his career. Bob married Cynthia Annette Smith on Sept. 25, 1977 in Lake Jackson, Texas, whom he shared two children. He then married Jacqueline Ann Christianson on Oct. 12, 1984, in Clute, Texas whom he also shared two children. Bob worked tirelessly to create a happy home for his children, providing any opportunities he could for success and eliminating any divides.
Charlotte Anderson Charlotte Dorothy Anderson, 91 passed away peacefully into the presence of the Lord on Wednesday, June 22 in Bellingham after a short but courageous battle with cancer. Charlotte was born July 27, 1930, to Henning and Blanche (Jinkerson) Anderson of Ferndale. She graduated from Ferndale High School, class of 1948. Charlotte married Dwaine W Anderson on March 22, 1949, with whom she shared the same birthday.
Robert DeGroot Robert William DeGroot went home to be with His Lord and Savior, to forever be in His presence on July 6 in Lynden at the age of 87. Robert and his twin sister Roberta were born on July 22, 1934 in Snohomish to William and
Bob began his work life as a pipe fitter, and quickly grew to foreman. He recognized his talent for risk and began to focus on creating a long-term career in safety management. Bob obtained a wealth of knowledge and expertise in this field. He was a college professor teaching safety management, and was recognized in BLR magazine for excellence in safety management. After retiring from McAffee Inc, Bob became the owner and operator of Mill Street Coffee, and later Multi-Service Computers and Repair. Bob also took on the role of Director of Operations for Flintstone Properties to bond with and encourage growth for his son-inlaw Christopher’s company. Bob enjoyed gardening, and was a Master Gardener. He also spent time writing, learning computer science, watching movies and TV, analyzing the news, playing racquetball and tennis, camping, reading, fishing, playing guitar, and singing (especially with his wife). Bob had a heart of gold; he vol-
Both were born on July 27. She was a child of the depression years and knew the importance of working for what you wanted and being thankful for what you had. Charlotte’s parents provided for the family by doing several jobs including dairy farming, raising turkeys, sawmill work, and operating the Black Hawk Café Restaurant in Ferndale for a time. Charlotte was always learning new skills but especially how to cook. In her later years as a wife and mother, Charlotte put those skills to good use and
Anna DeGroot and joined six older siblings. When Robert was a toddler, the family moved up to Lynden to continue in the farming industry. Robert graduated from Lynden High School in 1952 and went on to marry Gayle Hamstra on Feb. 15, 1957. This February they celebrated 65 years of marriage.
unteered as Chaplain at a nursing home, donated computer services to elderly in the community, and cared for others freely. Bob weathered many storms in his life, some unimaginable and always found joy. God was his light and pathway to peace. After the loss of his career in 2009 due to the recession, Bob picked himself up and became an entrepreneur. When Bob lost his feet due to complications with diabetes, he declared “I am not sad, because joy does not come from my feet.” The essence of Bob was how he overcame these obstacles and found his way forward without bitterness. Bob is survived by his wife of 37 years Jacqueline Christianson Allison, Lynden; children Robert Allison Jr. and spouse Kimberly Renee Allison of Conroe, TX, Brittany Annette Allison of Clute TX, David William Allison and spouse Sydney Anderson Allison of Dallas, TX and Dorothy Allison Howard and spouse Christopher Michael Paul Howard of West Vancouver, BC; grandchildren Faith Bell of Lake Jackson, TX, Hunter Ray Allison of Georgia,
served in food preparation at the Forest Grove Ballroom as well as special event catering around the county. Charlotte’s passion to keep people fed led her to work with the Ferndale Food Bank where she served as president for a number of years. Charlotte’s desire to provide good food also extended to many of God’s creatures that showed up on her doorstep. Stray cats always found a way into her heart. Charlotte and Dwaine had two children, Larry and Diane who were the priority of their lives. They tried to make their home a place where family and friends were always welcome. Many smaller travel trips were enjoyed together as a family and then
Shortly after they were married, Robert was drafted into the US Army. After completing his two years of service, he began farming in 1959 on Stickney Island Road in Everson where he farmed for 41 years. In retirement, Robert spent his time helping other farmers with custom field work, taking on endless woodworking projects with his children and grandchildren, and having “coffee time” with family and friends. While he enjoyed all these
Isabella Diane McBeth of Lake Jackson, TX, Andi Annette Darling of Clute, TX, Danielle Elizabeth Darling of Clute, TX, Henrik Christopher Howard of West Vancouver, BC, Viggo Christopher Howard of West Vancouver, BC, Haley Ann Allison of Conroe, TX, Shelby Lynn Collier of Conroe, TX, and Jacob Loren Collier of Conroe, TX; and pets Trudy (dog) and Elsa (cat). Bob will be greatly missed by siblings William John Allison Jr. of Kansas City, TX, Brian Allison, of Brazoria TX, and Rebecca Allison Davlin of Angleton, TX and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. The family wishes to thank the staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital for their kindness and care for Bob and his family. The Memorial service will be Friday, July 15 at 11 a.m. at Gillies Funeral Home, 202 Front St, Lynden, followed by a reception at Bob and Jackie’s home. “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” Phil: 4:4 Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
when Dwaine retired Charlotte, Dwaine, and daughter Diane toured the USA trailer camping all the way to Newfoundland, Canada. Charlotte was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Dwaine, her son Larry, her sister Evelyn McGuire and brothers Bill Sandberg and Ray Anderson. Charlotte is survived by her daughter Diane of Everett. She is also survived by numerous nephews and nieces. At Charlotte’s request, a private graveside service was held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ferndale Food Bank or the charity of your choice. Please sign the book of memories, light a candle, and leave your condolences for the family at www.JernsFH.com.
things throughout his life, Robert had no greater joy than his relationship with his Lord and Savior, and no greater prayer than that his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren would have a personal relationship with the Lord as well. Robert is survived by his loving wife, Gayle, and his children: Jim (Karen) DeGroot of Lynden, Judy (Bill) Scheenstra of Everson, Debbie Klein of Lynden, Darlene (Marc) Drost of Lynden, and Shelly (Grant) Beld of Everson.
Robert was Papa to 21 grandchildren and 53 great-grandchildren. Memorials can be made on Robert’s behalf to the work of Franklin Graham’s Samaritan’s Purse Ministry to help further their work in spreading the gospel. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 14 at First Reformed Church in Lynden, 610 Grover St. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
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Judyth Rainwalker, previously known as Judy Gillespie, passed on Friday, May 20. A celebration of her life is scheduled at United Church of Ferndale for Saturday, July 16 at 11 am. She donated her body to University of Washington.
Frank Robert Handy was born on July 13, 1947, in Donna, Texas, and passed away on July 7, 2022, in Newport, WA. He was retired from the Bellingham Police Department and the WA State Unemployment Office, and also served in the Navy in Vietnam from 1965 to 1968. Arrangements are pending.
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City of Lynden looks to renew Transportation Benefit District (TBD) sales tax LYNDEN — The City of Lynden is running a proposition on the November general election ballot to renew the two-tenths of one percent (0.2%) sales tax for the Transportation Benefit District (TBD). The collection of these funds must be authorized by the voters every 10 years and may only be used for transportation related projects including streets, trails
and sidewalks; no additional costs may be assessed against these funds. The City of Lynden has completed many significant projects with these funds that would have otherwise not been completed, including the 17th Street extension to Main Street, the intersection of Front and 5th streets, the 7th Street revitalization from Judson Street to Grover Street, and the
extension of Foxtail Street between Eastwood Way and Bradley Meadows Lane, along with numerous chip sealing and sidewalk replacement projects throughout Lynden. As a part of this process the City of Lynden is asking for volunteers willing to serve on a committee to compose the for statement for the ballot measure. Additionally, if someone wishes to pro-
vide an against statement they may serve on an against committee. You must be a registered voter within the Lynden city limits to serve on the committees. To serve on either committee or to get more information on the process, please contact the City of Lynden Administration office at (360) 354-1170. Deadline for the committee statements is Aug. 8.
National average gas price down for 27 straight days Average gasoline prices in Washington have fallen 10 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $5.31/g on July 11, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 2,666 stations in Washington. Prices in Washington are 20.7 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand $1.56/g higher than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has declined 8.5 cents in the last week and stands at $5.65 per gallon. According to GasBuddy price reports,
the cheapest station in Washington was priced at $4.45/g on July 10, while the most expensive was $6.29/g, a difference of $1.84/g. The national average price of gasoline has fallen 12.8 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $4.66/g on July 11 The national average is down 34.4 cents per gallon from a month ago and stands $1.54/g higher than a year ago, according to GasBuddy data compiled from more than 11 million weekly price reports cov-
ering over 150,000 gas stations across the country. According to Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, the national average has declined for 27 days straight, which is “the longest decline in average gas prices since the pandemic started in 2020.” “Average gas prices are down nearly 40 cents, with Americans shelling out $140 million less on gasoline every day than they did a month ago,” De Haan said. “We may see the trend last a fifth week, as long as oil
prices remain cooperative and don’t surge beyond $105 per barrel, and as long as refinery production of gasoline remains strong. But we’re not completely out of the woods yet - we could also see a sharp reversal in the decline. There remains risk of a spike in prices that could send us to new record levels in August, should any disruptions occur. It could be a wild ride, but for now, the plummet at the pump shall continue.” GasBuddy data is accessible at http://prices.GasBuddy.com.
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The League of Women Voters of Washington Education Fund and The Spokesman-Review invite voters to a forum for candidates running for Secretary of State in Washington state. TVW will air the forum on July 14 at 6:30 p.m. PT via Zoom as part of its scheduled programming and will post it on its website for later streaming at voters’ convenience. You can join the SOS forum at that time after it begins. The forum will also be available for
BELLINGHAM — Bellingham City Club hosts Washington State Representative Debra Lekanoff at its online zoom program on Wednesday, July 27 from noon1:30 p.m. Lekanoff will discuss the crisis of missing and murdered indigenous people in the state. The community is invited to this free educational meeting.
The Lynden Parkinson Support group meets at 10 a.m. the first Thursday of each month at the Lynden Community/Senior Center, 401 Grover St. The group looks forward to meeting you and your caregiver. Questions, call 360-354-1137.
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Ecology: Start supporting collaboration on water solutions Ag Water Board of Whatcom County
Note: Local farmers, in new letter to Washington Dept. of Ecology, express dismay at Ecology’s efforts to hinder negotiated settlement and focus only on water rights litigation. LYNDEN — Work to solve the Nooksack River Basin’s water management crisis must support collaborative efforts to reach a negotiated settlement, rather than focus only on paying courts and lawyers, the Ag Water Board of Whatcom County insists in a new letter to the Washington Department of Ecology. The letter, also sent to several local, state and tribal leaders, voices the local farming community’s frustration with Ecology’s recently exposed efforts to hinder collaboration among water users
in the Nooksack basin. “We lament Ecology’s decision to force us out of this productive path and into a litigious one,” the June 17 letter states. “We would much rather be spending our time, energy, and resources on solving real problems, rather than in court with lawyers.” A collaborative process is designed to pursue a negotiated settlement that could bring comprehensive solutions and major investments in infrastructure improvements to protect fish, families and farming in the basin. “...[I]t appears that Ecology is already committed to litigation, rather than providing leadership toward collaboration and meaningful solutions,” the Ag Water Board wrote, responding to Ecology’s moves to primarily focus on a so-called water rights adjudication lawsuit against
all water users in the basin. Drought conditions followed by a flooding disaster just over two months later in the fall of 2021 underscored the nature of the basin’s water management crisis: the twin problems of too little water at some times, and too much water at others. “Further, an adjudication will do nothing to address the greatest threat to the citizens and natural resources of Whatcom County: climate change. Extreme flood events, low flows unrelated to outof-stream water use, and the damage to habitat and fish will worsen over the next 20 years, and an adjudication will do nothing to address these issues,” the letter stated. “Addressing structural barriers and improving habitat seems a much better use of our time and resources,” it said.
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Elected officials, caretakers of waterways have a job to do wants to go. Recently I read someone Neither wildlife including fish asking how long we have nor people can benefit from such to hear about the flood. It chaos. caused me to wonder, do So leaders who make decisions we clean up the river and in the county, in the state, in the fedcreeks? Or do we not? eral, where and when are you going Then I think about other to start permitting significant work things we appreciate, the to get done before November rains? beauty of a well maintained When will it be that people like yard, a well-kept house or me feel comfortable about rain hapshop, a pleasant child who pening or will the work put into our shows respect. All things homes be destroyed once again and that bring joy and satisfacour belongings added to land fill? tion to us. You have a job to do, elected I am applying these Judy Heinrichs officials and caretakers of our water thoughts to our waterways ways. In a few days, it will be eight in the county. Do we want months since some of have been out of our to have a well maintained water ways that protect wild life, fish in the streams and mostly homes. Some of us will be much longer as they are just now able to start, some homes the communities with people living and bendestroyed beyond repair and taken down. efitting from them? I am so thankful for progress made in my You see, it takes work to maintain a yard house that I am not yet able to live in. How or house, or to build character and manners about you decision makers? Are you making into children. Why wouldn’t we do that to the progress with your decisions in time? waterways? Children left to their own devises are not -- Judy and Bob Heinrichs moved to Sumas pleasant to be around, are not productive to from Canada where they had lived for 27-plus society. years. Judy, whose husband passed away in Weeds and grass left to grow and a house 2009, is currently staying with friends in the not maintained are not pleasant, and neither area. is a river left to wind its course wherever it
Splitting the ballot Editor, Ben Elenbaas, when your name was put forth to the Whatcom County council along with Simon Sefzik and Tawsha Thompson, each of you made a promise to support the one who was chosen, even if it wasn’t you, and not run against whoever was selected to replace Sen. Doug Erickson. By breaking your promise, you are splitting the primary ballot between two Republicans, one Independent and one Democrat. How can you, in good conscience, do this? My vote goes to Simon Sefzik, a young man with vision and integrity. Nancy Button Bellingham
Your friends may be next Editor, Once again, another community is devasted by a shooter massacring innocent people. Mass shootings are nearing an all-time high of two daily in our country. Death by guns is now the leading cause of death among American children. There are three times as many guns as U.S. citizens in our country. We must reduce gun violence through enacting effective regulation of gun sales, offer incentives such as gun buy-back programs, ban military style weapons. Require background checks, safe storage, red flag laws. Sadly, as an educator, more than one of my students has committed suicide. Access to an unsecured gun at home was a factor. Brain research tells us that the frontal lobe of the adolescent brain, which regulates impulsivity, is not fully developed until age 25. Our constitution grants the right to bear arms and references a wellregulated militia. It is high time we defined what these terms mean in 2022, not 1791. I demand action from our legislators to extinguish gun violence from our culture. If we do not, you, your family, or your friends may be next. Nancy Kelley Sheng Bellingham
Books ‘give us hope’ Editor, Lately, I’ve looked around the Young Adult section at libraries and bookstores and seen a common shortcoming. Why are the books we see given to teenagers so dark and full of angst, when a person’s youth is when they should be uplifted to the way of light?
Young Adult fiction was created to make a safe middle ground between children’s books and adult fiction, but it isn’t living up to that fantasy. Is it unrealistic for a teen to want an engaging story without sexual content, profanity, or dark, depressing themes? Of course not. For some time, I refused to give up on literature put out for teens. But time after time, these books failed me. The sexual content, the darkness underlying in the story — none of this was in the description — and eventually I just started presuming it would always be there. There is a problem when a lifelong reader stops enjoying books. The whole point of reading is to gain experiences and insights that are not our own — wonderful experiences and profound insights — but Young Adult literature has fallen off that path. Books can give beautiful characters who we want as friends, and communities that show us the goodness and pitfalls of humanity. Books give us hope. And don’t you think that there is no better time to fill youth with hope? Teens are just people, and they’re young and need guidance still. If we want an understanding community and a strong country, we must start with the coming generation. Rate books like we do movies! PG-13, etc., so at least teens can pick what they’re comfortable with. And if you are a teen? Write what you want to see in the world. It’s what I’m doing. We can bring back the joy of books for teenagers. Gabrielle Teigrob Bellingham
Informed electorate ‘makes the right decisions’ Editor, I’m writing to you today as a third-generation Whatcom County resident, longtime Whatcom Conservative Activist and knowledgeable Republican Precinct Officer, serving the same precinct (#126) that my family has lived in for more than 80 years, regarding our best prepared candidates for the primary and November elections. With this in mind, one in particular is the standout for filling the Senate seat left open by the passing of our dear friend, Sen. Ericksen. The clear candidate is Ben Elenbaas. He is our winning County Councilman with many years of grassroots experience representing our interests as an elected Cattlemen President, Charter Review Commission Chairman, Planning Commission member, and more. His professionalism and See Letters on A7
WHERE TO WRITE Federal President Joe Biden (D), The White House, 1600 Pennsylvania. Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20500; Public comment desk, 202-4561111; email form at whitehouse. gov/contact. Website: joebiden. com. U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D), 511 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20510, 202-224-3441; Public comment form at cantwell.senate.gov/contact. Website: cantwell.senate. gov. U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D), 154 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510, 202-224-2621; Public comment email form at murray. senate.gov/write-to-patty; Website: murray.senate.gov. U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (D), 2163 Rayburn HOB, Washington, DC 20515, 202-2252605; Public comment email form at larsen.house.gov/contact. Website: larsen.house.gov. State Governor Jay Inslee (D), Office of the Governor, PO Box 40002, Olympia, WA 98504-0002,
360-902-4111; Public contact email form at governor.wa.gov/ contact. Website: governor. wa.gov. Senator Simon Sefzik (R), 109-A Irv Newhouse Building, PO Box 40442 Olympia, WA 98504, 360-786-7682; Public comment email form at simonsefzik.src. wastateleg.org/contact-me. Website: simonsefzik.src.wastateleg. org. Representative Sharon Shewmake (D), JLOB 310, PO Box 40600, Olympia WA 985040600, 800-562-6000 or 360-7466939; Public comment email at app.leg.wa.gov/pbc/memberEmail/42/2. Or email Legislative Assistant Sarah Soulliere at Sarah.Soulliere@leg.wa.gov. Website: housedemocrats. wa.gov/shewmake. Representative Alicia Rule (D), JLOB 334, PO Box 40600, Olympia, WA 98504-0600, 360746-3744; Public comment email at app.leg.wa.gov/pbc/memberEmail/42/1. Website: housedemocrats.wa.gov/rule. County Whatcom County Executive
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all the pieces fell together, according to McKeon. “To do something that Dean liked to do, I think that just sealed the deal when we were trying to come up with an event,” she said. McKeon’s husband, Mikee, is the president of Fire & Iron station 152 Motorcycle Club and a firefighter and said he knew Crosswhite since they were both children. Crosswhite and Mikee McKeon served together on the Northwest 9-11 Commission Board. Crosswhite
would have cornhole at events he hosted for the board or fire station, R.B. McKeon said. “Service was in Dean’s heart,” she said. “He embodied the spirit of community, service and giving back that we wanted to honor that and find a way to bring the community together to celebrate all that he’s done for Ferndale.” The event was originally planned several months ago as a fundraiser specifically for Crosswhite before he passed away April 6, according to R.B. McKeon, and was then rescheduled for a later date.
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“We still wanted to do something in his honor,” she said. A big part and goal of the event is to give back to Crosswhite’s family, according to McKeon. “To remind them, as much as the community, that Dean’s legacy is very much alive,” she said. “And just because he’s not with us anymore, it doesn’t mean that he’s forgotten.” Anyone interested in attending the event or participating in the cornhole tournament can purchase tickets at http://business.ferndale-chamber. com/events/details/fire-in-the-holecornhole-tournament-10689.
Ram Construction on LaBounty Road in Ferndale is constructing a new building for Papé Machinery. (Cal Bratt for the Record)
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grassroots conservative bonafides are known by all. There is no comparison. The sometimes ugly wrestling match known as the primaries always reveal so much about people and their preparedness to represent us. The Senate seat is vital and Ben Elenbaas is our best candidate. Bar none. Likewise, Dan Johnson and Tawsha Dykstra Thompson are the best prepared in their races to stand for us against the wiles of Olympia. We need all three. So, let’s focus our efforts and send our best. Why would we send anything less? I recommend them to you and stand ready to support my decision and answer any questions you may have. An informed electorate makes the right decisions. Primary ballots go out July 13. The top two go on to November. Vote early please. Let’s get these winners across the finish line and on to Olympia. Jayson Reimer Lynden
Editor, Candidates are running for office to represent us. Or they should be. This purpose comes under question when one of the main messages presented by a candidate over and over again is what they don’t like about their opponents. To present differences in policies and goals is one thing, but by making personal accusations or even tying a family member’s history into a candidate’s individual skill set and leadership, they have invalidated their representation of their constituents. In attempting to demote others, they have exposed their petty political game. This is not leadership that puts service before self. Candidates who are willing to make petty personal attacks against their opponents, rather than run on their own qualifications and policies are not worthy of a vote. My scorecard is ready. B.J. Broers Sumas
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Elenbaas ‘listens, is reasonable, he stands for what’s right’ Editor, I’m a 30-year-old Whatcom County resident, husband, and father of a little boy. I’m supporting Whatcom County Council Member Ben Elenbaas for State Senate because he has the life experience necessary to do the job well. He will be an incredible asset and advocate for us in Olympia. His background stands in stark contrast to that of his 22-year-old opponent. Ben went to local public schools; he graduated from WWU; he’s paid a mortgage; he’s run a farm; he’s raised a family, he’s paid utilities; he holds a real job (at BP); and most of all he knows the struggles that people in this community face because he is one of us. Ben has become a good friend and mentor to me, ever since my family moved to Whatcom County. There isn’t a more caring or qualified candidate in this race. He listens, he’s reasonable and he stands for what’s right no matter the cost to him personally. He is honest and trustworthy. He does what he says he’ll do. He is the best of what it means to be a neighbor. And most importantly, he has demonstrated in his current elected position that he puts people over politics. What else could I hope for in a candidate to represent me? For my future, my wife’s future, and my child’s future here in Whatcom County, I’m voting Ben Elenbaas for State Senate by Aug. 2. Will you join me? Austin Cooper Ferndale
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Eric Chauvin’s paintings at Jansen Art Center through Oct. 15
Eric Chauvin is one of the many artists with work on display in the upcoming Jansen Art Center exhibit opening on July 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. (Courtesy
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LYNDEN — Eric Chauvin is an artist in several unexpected ways. Chauvin, a resident of Bow, is one of the many artists with work on display in the upcoming Jansen Art Center exhibit opening on July 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. When he is not at work on one of his fine art paintings, Chauvin is involved with special effects for television and movies. While he has 58 credits on the film industry’s IMDb page, Chauvin has returned to his first love. Three of his paintings at the Jansen, are from his Nova Roma series. The most recent piece he estimated took 5,000 hours to complete. Although prints and cards of the painting are available, the original is not for sale. As he explains on his website, “In 2009, I flew to Paris to see the gallery exhibition of a couple of friends of mine. A few months later, I happened to be in Los Angeles at
the same time as one of these friends and it was there that the idea of the two of us having a show in Paris was born.” His friend Iain McCaig is not only an artist but a storyteller. “It was his idea that we write a story together and illustrate it with our paintings,” Chauvin said. “He even had a concept we could build a story on. The idea was to combine characters from two different works of fiction whose origins could have dated back to the same time period. The two works: ‘Le Morte D’Arthur’ and ‘The Arabian Nights’.” Chauvin, who is no stranger to taking
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on unexpected challenges – and who has built a Van’s Aircraft kit airplane which he flew and later sold – was excited and got to work. He was so excited he actually not only painted but wrote a lengthy back story in novel form of 453 pages. The two friends, who had also been housemates in the early industry days of working for George Lucas’ Industrial Light and Magic (ILM) in Marin County, spurred each other on. “Now, I wasn’t working in a vacuum that whole time, Iain was always a phone call away to bounce ideas off of or just lend moral support and when I finished, he was the first to congratulate me,” Chauvin said. “Writing doesn’t come easy for me and before this project began I never would have imagined I would someday author something of this magnitude and I have to confess if it wasn’t for Iain’s enthusiasm and encouragement I don’t think I ever would. But it did get finished and it was then that Iain pointed out the obvious; that the story I had written had become my story and with that generously bequeathed all interest he had in the project to me.” The setting for the three works is in ancient Constantinople, now known as Istanbul. A short visit to the modern site gave Chauvin additional motivation and he
looked at the contrast to what is there now versus what had once been. “Pictures don’t do it justice,” Chauvin said about the Hagia Sophia which has been both a mosque and a Christian church. Only portions of the former Hippodrome, a racetrack for chariots, can be viewed. A school, he said, sits atop part of it. Chauvin has used a backdrop of the Byzantine Empire timeframe. If the viewer looks closely, the people in the crowd aren’t random but are friends of Chauvin in costume. They were photographed individually with controlled lighting and then he used Photoshop to compose them before painting them in acrylic on 27-inch by 40inch panels. “The way they are seated is rather complex for they’re not only seated around a curve but the rows of seats they are sitting on terrace away from us because they are supposed to be spectators sitting in a stadium,” Chauvin said. While Chauvin said he would love to paint 25 paintings, instead of three, it is too time consuming. This particular show will end on Oct. 15. For more information about The Jansen Art Center, visit jansenartcenter.org. For more information about Chauvin, visit chauvinart.com.
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Community Calendar July 13 Open Mic with Koch Join Koch on July 13, 2- 4p.m. for an open-mic coffee house at the Lynden Community/Senior Center, 401 Grover St. Enjoy a fun time of casual entertainment or bring your talent and share with the community. All acts and entertainers are welcome. For more information, call (360) 3542921 or email haley@lyndencommunitycenter.org. July 16 Northwest Raspberry Festival Pancake Breakfast Support the Lynden Community/ Senior Center by enjoying some pancakes, Saturday, July 16 from 7-11 a.m. at the Lynden Community/ Senior Center, 401 Grover St. Usually hosted on the third Saturday of every month, the pancake breakfast is a fun treat for everyone and a great way to support your local community. This month’s breakfast will also include raspberries for your pancakes along with the usual scrambled eggs and sausage. The price is $6, or $5 for 3-on-3 tournament players. For more information, call (360) 354-2921 or email haley@lyndencommunitycenter.org. July 16 Nooksack Valley High School Alumni Picnic The NVHS Alumni Association announces the return of the annual Alumni Picnic. This year’s picnic is from 11:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. Saturday, July 16, at Nooksack Elementary School, 3333 Breckenridge Road, Nooksack. Bring your own picnic lunch. Beverages and dessert will be provided. For more information, call 360-676-2593. July 22 Housing options as we age
Aug. 5 Auction & Gala Celebrate the Jansen Art Center’s 10th Anniversary at The J’s Denim & Diamonds auction and gala, Aug. 5 from 6:30-9 p.m. All proceeds from Denim & Diamonds directly support the Jansen’s mission of creating year-round arts programming and educational opportunities. The event will be a rootin’ tootin’ time with art, music, food and drinks. Visit jansenartcenter.org to purchase tickets or call 360354-3600 for more information. The silent auction will open one week before the gala and will close the following day, so there’s plenty of time to bid on your favorite items from local artists, business, and community members. Aug. 5-27 Looking Forward, Facing Back Allied Arts of Whatcom County’s next exhibit is Looking Forward, Facing Back. This installment, featuring the work of Erin Libby, Jessica Silver, Lyz Staman, and Susan Cohen Raphael, will send you on a time travelling journey through the whimsical and surreal dream worlds of these evocative creators. Allied Arts of Whatcom County is at 1418 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham. Email xandra@ alliedarts.org for more information. Ongoing Where can you find real hope? The 30-minute program Where Can You Find Real Hope? will
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Join the Lynden Community/Senior Center for an informational fair on Friday, July 22 from 10 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. This event will feature presentations throughout the day addressing senior living options, what to consider when navigating a move, and options that can help us age in our own homes. Representatives from organizations and businesses to help with your planning will be on-hand to assist you and answer questions. The Lynden Community/Senior Center is at 401 Grover St. For more information, call (360) 354-2921 or email haley@lyndencommunitycenter.org. This info fair will also run at the Blaine Senior Center on July 15, and the Ferndale Senior Center on July 29. Through July 24 Bellingham Festival of Music The Bellingham Festival of Music will return with full orchestra and threeweek program to celebrate Artistic Director and Conductor Michael Palmer’s laudatory season, July 1-24. Seven orchestra concerts featuring iconic repertoire with special emphasis on Ludwig van Beethoven’s concerted works highlight the schedule. The Calidore String Quartet, BFM’s chamber ensemble in residence, will return for its annual recital, July 1 with a hunt-themed program. The Orchestra and Calidore concerts will all be performed in the Western Washington University Performing Arts Center. Also returning will be the popular Chamber Music by the Bay concert at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal on July 10. Season Ticket Subscriptions will go on sale Monday, March 28, by calling the WWU Box Office 360-650-6146. Subscribers from 2019 may order their same seats if purchased by April 8. Individual concert tickets will go on sale, April 11. For more information or to order tickets, visit bellinghamfestival.org.
be hosted worldwide by congregations of Jehovah’s Witnesses in person at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 8075 Goodwin Road, Everson, or with a virtual option also available. Admission to the program is free, and no registration is required. Information on attending locally is available at jw.org. Ongoing 2022 Elizabeth Park Summer Concert Series Entertainment for this year’s Summer Concert Series at Elizabeth Park in Bellingham has been announced. Thanks to the partnership of The Eldridge Society for History and Preservation, and Bellingham Parks and Recreation, beginning June 23, live music concerts will be held this summer for 10 Thursday evenings. These family-friendly concerts are a Mayor’s Arts Awards recipient for 2018.
Food will be available for purchase. Picnickers are encouraged to recycle and compost to be good park stewards. Neither alcohol nor vaping are not permitted in the park. If community gatherings are not permissible, we hope to have our shows streamed virtually on Facebook and YouTube. Elizabeth Park is at 2205 Elizabeth St, Bellingham. All concerts are free. Donations to support The Eldridge Society will be gratefully accepted at the concerts. Ongoing Cloud Mountain Farm Center Farm Stand Experience farm-fresh produce and meet the folks who grew it at Cloud Mountain Farm Center’s Incubator Farm Stand. Farm Stand is open Tuesdays from 3-6 p.m. at 5979 Lawrence Road, Everson. Email annikas@sustainableconnections.org for more information.
July 24 Keepers of the Faith concert Keepers of the Faith, a diverse Southern Gospel Group, will perform from 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m. July 24 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 5782 Lawrence Road, Everson. The Taito family makes up most of the group, with Peter Wainaina on bass. Their Samoan heritage gives them a unique and distinct sound. They bring a deep south island flavor, a taste of oldie but goody, and the soul of saved men to the genre of Southern Gospel Music. They have been in ministry for over 20 years. Come and hear really good music. Stay after and have refreshments. July 28 July Birthday Party If you were born in July, the Lynden Community/Senior Center wants to celebrate you on Thursday, July 28, from 12:30 p.m.-1 p.m. Join us after lunch for a special dessert and time of celebration. We celebrate the birthdays for each month on the last Thursday of the month, so make sure to join us when it’s your birthday. The Lynden Community/Senior Center is at 401 Grover St. For more information, call (360) 354-2921 or email haley@lyndencommunitycenter.org. July 29-30 Whatcom Old Settlers Picnic The 126th Pioneer Day Picnic will be celebrated this year on Friday, July 29 and Saturday, July 30 at Pioneer Park, 2000 Cherry St., Ferndale. The Grand Parade will be at 11 a.m. Saturday. This year the Junior Parade will be near the beginning of the grand parade. All parade entries need to obtain and fill out forms before they arrive. Junior Parade participants need to arrive between 9-10:15 a.m. at United Church, 2034 Washington St. Grand Parade participants need
to arrive between 9-10:15 a.m. at Ferndale High School, 5830 Golden Eagle Drive. Enjoy great entertainment, kids activities, our famous old settlers beer garden and dance, great eats, crafts, log cabins open, and more. Friday will be senior day. For more information visit Whatcom Old Settlers Facebook, or email questions to whatcomoldsettlers@gmail.com, Lynda Lucas, Whatcom Old Settlers President. July 31 Sacred Earth Fair On July 31 from 1-5 p.m., the public is invited to attend the Sacred Earth Fair at the Center for Spiritual Living, 2224 Yew Street Road, Bellingham. Organized for the whole family, featured performers include virtuoso Lummi Nation violinist Swil Kanim, Nooksack Tribe storyteller Tammy Cooper-Woodrich and Rev Dr. Andrea Asebedo. Outdoor activities and art projects, as well as dozens of exhibitors representing local spiritual communities, businesses, and environmental organizations will be on hand to help us enjoy and celebrate nature while we explore the many ways we can care for earth and each other. Through Aug. 3 Thirsty Badger Farmers Market Thirsty Badger Farmers Market is from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday until Aug. 3 at 1501 E. Badger Road, Lynden. The Market will have vendors in the front parking lot selling crafts, plants, soaps, candles and other local items. Also come for the food trucks if you’re hungry. Once weather warms up come enjoy fresh produce and local meats. There’s an ATM next door if you need cash. Anyone interested in becoming a vendor in a future farmers market should email Denise at ThirstyBadgerFarmersMarket@gmail.com.
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Raspberry Festival is back in Lynden Food on 4th Street, sweets on 6th Street By Bill Helm bill@lyndentribune.com
LYNDEN — This year’s Northwest Raspberry Festival is Lynden’s first since 2019. Making up for lost time because of the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s festival, scheduled for Friday, July 15 and Saturday, July 16, is an opportunity to share the area’s bounty of raspberries. Along Front Street from 2nd to 12th streets, dine on luscious raspberry and ice cream sundaes, parfaits and pies made from local berries. Or buy raspberries picked fresh each day from nearby farms. To make things easy, Lynden Chamber Director Gary Vis says just remember, “food on 4th Street, sweets on 6th Street.” Enjoy an ice cold raspberry drink at the Timeout Razz Beer-y Garden. For those of you who prefer adult beverages, don’t miss out on Bellewood Acres raspberry infusion vodka and Samson Winery’s raspberry wine, both featured at this year’s festival. Play basketball in the annual Curt Maberry Memorial Classic 3-on-3 tour-
nament both Friday and Saturday. Visit www.lynden3on3razz.com for more information. Participate in Friday’s scavenger hunt for kids, held Friday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. You might win a $400 trip to Lenny’s Bike Shop. Barbecue is also the name of the game at this year’s festival. From 4:30 p.m. until 7 p.m. Friday at the Razz-tastic 6th Street Stage have a $18 salmon dinner or a $8 hot dog dinner (while supplies last). If you love pancakes and you love raspberries, then the Lynden Community center’s raspberry pancake breakfast is the ticket. From 7-11 a.m. Saturday, pay $6 for a plate, or if you’re playing 3-on-3, you only pay $5. Walk along Front Street between 7th Street and BC Avenue, look at vehicles of yesteryear in the Razz & Shine Classic Car & Truck Cruise-In. The classic vehicle show is from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Saturday. If you’re a fan of live music, both Friday and Saturday, come check out the entertainment at the Razz-tastic 6th Street and 4th Street stages. Friday on Stage 6, the music starts at 1 p.m. with a tribute to Roy Orbison, Patsy Cline and Frank Sinatra, followed at 3:30 p.m. by the Army 133rd National Guard Band. On Stage 4 at 6 p.m., Lost at Last will perform.
Plenty to eat and plenty to do at this year’s Northwest Washington Raspberry Festival in Lynden, July 15-16. (Tribune file photo) Saturday, the music starts on Stage 6 at 11 a.m. with the Clearbrook Dixie Band followed at 1:30 p.m. with Out of the Ashes. On Stage 4, the Rewinders start at noon, followed by Dr. Jim’s Big Band at 2:30 p.m. Whether you like to eat and/or drink, listen to music, play ball or some sort of activity, or you just want to take it all in, the annual Northwest Raspberry Festival in Lynden has something for everyone. Remember, much of Front Street will be closed for the event, and much of Main Street is closed for Pepin Street Bridge construction. “Grover will be hectic,” Vis said. “Be careful.” For more information or event schedules, contact the Lynden Chamber of Commerce at (360) 3545995 or events@lynden. org. Or visit www.lynden. org.
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The Incrediball Blush Pink hydrangea has large, delicate-looking flowers and will grow well in sun or partial shade. Unlike traditional mophead hydrangeas, this variety is not affected by soil pH, so it will keep its pink color and not turn blue or purple. (Courtesy David Vos)
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The Pacific Northwest in July is a real gem: lush trees, plants, and fields; flowers burgeoning with color; juicy, sweet berries ripening; and a gentle breeze in the evening to cool off the warmth of the day. At long last summer has arrived, and with it our focus in the garden shifts from spring planting to midseason growing and maintaining. Here are a few things to keep on your gardening list as you enjoy the summer weather this month. First, as much as we love this
time of year for its abundant flowers and lush plant growth, so do the bugs, and after the work you’ve put into babying your plants through the less-than-ideal May and June weather we had this year, the last thing you want to do is prematurely lose your hanging baskets or garden plants to aphids or other pests. To treat containers and hanging baskets for insect issues — either with aphids already present or as a preventative — I recommend using BioAdvanced insect control spikes, which work systemically through the roots to kill aphids and
other insects. Although aphids have been prolific already this summer, one garden pest that should start to show up soon is the pesky budworm caterpillar. Much like Eric Carle’s “The Very Hungry Caterpillar,” budworms have a voracious appetite and show a particular fondness for petunias, geraniums, and calibrachoa, three staples in containers and hanging baskets. If you see any nibbled flowers or spot holes chewed through flower buds, you can almost be certain
budworms are present, so take quick action by spraying in the evening with Captain Jack’s Deadbug Brew, an organic insecticide made with Spinosad, a bacteria-based product that quickly immobilizes and kills budworms. Repeat every few weeks through summer and your flowers will continue to bloom, free of budworms. Second, now is the time your vegetable and herb garden is hopefully starting to reward your efforts with fresh produce. See Bloom on B3
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Lee Mielke The Agriculture Department announced the June Federal order Class III milk price at $24.33 per hundredweight, down 88 cents from May but $7.12 above June 2021. That put the 2022 Class III average at $22.95, up from $16.96 at this time a year ago and $16.09 in 2020. Friday’s futures settlements portended a July price at $22.79; August, $21.75; September, $22.29; October, $22.47; November, $22.31; and December $21.83. The June Class IV price set another new record high at $25.83, up 84 cents from May, and $9.48 above a year ago. Its average sits at $24.67, up from $14.84 a year ago and $13.78 in 2020. The May All Milk Price also set another record high but feed, fuel, and fertilizer prices continue to consume much of the increased income. The USDA’s latest Ag Prices report has the May milk feed price ratio at 1.98, down from 2.00 in April, but compares to 1.69 in May 2021. The index is based on the current milk price in re-
lationship to feed prices for a ration consisting of 51% corn, 8% soybeans and 41% alfalfa hay. In other words, one pound of milk would only purchase 1.98 pounds of dairy feed of that blend. The U.S. All Milk Price averaged a record $27.30 per cwt., up 20 cents from April, ninth consecutive increase, and is $8.20 above May 2021. The May national average corn price hit $7.26 per bushel, up 18 cents from April, after jumping 52 cents the previous month, and was $1.35 above May 2021. Soybeans averaged $16.10 per bushel, up 30 cents from April, after gaining 40 cents the previous month, and were $1.30 per bushel above May 2021. Alfalfa hay averaged a record $244 per ton, up $1 from April, and a whopping $50 per ton above a year ago. The May cull price for beef and dairy combined averaged $86.70 per cwt., down $1.40 from April, but $15.90 above May 2021, and $15.10 above the 2011 base. U.S. milk production continues below that of a year ago, with May being the seventh consecutive month. Preliminary data shows output at 19.7 billion pounds, down 0.7% from May 2021, and follows a 1% drop in April. While dairy farmers have added 38,000 cows to the milking string since the first of the year, they only added 2,000 in May, putting the herd at 9.41 million
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increase in cow numbers and milk output.” If that holds true, Gould said we should see that indication this summer. “The longer it takes for the supply response, the longer prices are going to stay high,” he concluded. U.S. butter stocks climbed higher in May but remained well below a year ago. The Agriculture Department’s latest Cold Storage report shows the May 31 inventory at 321.6 million pounds, up 23.3 million pounds or 7.8% from April but 92.3 million or 22.3% below a year ago, the eighth consecutive month stocks were below the previous year. The April tally was revised down 1.3 million. The total cheese inventory hit a bearish record high 1.512 billion pounds, up 31.1 million pounds or 2.1% from April, and 53.6 million or 3.7% above a year ago. Troubles remain in the Global Dairy Trade which saw the weighted average drop 4.1% on July 5, following the 1.3% decline on June 21. Butter led the declines, plunging 9.1%, after gaining 2.4% on June 21. Anhydrous milkfat was down 3.1%, following a 4.7% drop. Skim milk powder was down 5.2%, after inching up 1.0% last time, and whole milk powder was down 3.3%, following a 0.6% slip. Cheddar was up 1.4%, after leading the declines last time with a 9.0% plunge. Here at home, block Cheddar cheese plunged 8.75 cents Tuesday, the day
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Churning is busy in spite of a lack of employees. There are growing concerns that consumer purse strings are expected to tighten as gas, fuel, and grocery costs rise, says DMN. Contacts suggest consumers are less likely to buy butter in larger quantities or may look at alternatives. Cream inventories are still available in the West but demand is strong as ice cream and butter makers are running busy schedules. Labor shortages and delayed supply deliveries continues to keep them below capacity. Demand for butter is softening in retail markets as rising prices cause some to switch to alternatives. Food service demand is also declining as restauranteurs reduce hours due to labor shortages and higher input costs. Grade A nonfat dry milk was down 5.50 cents Tuesday and fell to $1.74 per pound Wednesday, lowest since May 16. It rallied to a Friday close at $1.7475, down 5.50 cents on the week but 49.75 cents above a year ago. Dry whey saw its Friday finish at 49 cents per pound, down a penny, and 1.75 cents below a year ago. Last but not least, a hearty salute to Dutch farmers who are vigorously fighting their government for their livelihoods by rejecting harsh nitrogen reduction targets being forced upon them in the name of climate change. The U.S. Supreme Court just reigned in our own Environmental Protection Agency’s overreach but this fight is far from over, in the world or in this country. A word to the wise. These zealots will not be satisfied until we are all eating and drinking grass and riding bikes as we recharge our electric cars. -- Lee Mielke, of Lynden, is editor of the Mielke Market Weekly.
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The joy of summer and small-town living
Elisa Claassen Last weekend was the annual Everson Nooksack Summer Festival and it was the best one ever. I honestly believe it with my whole heart. I think I should know as I have spent a big chunk of my 50-plus years in and around the Valley coming from a family that started farming here 100-plus years ago. This weekend I ate pancakes with the Lions Club for chunp change, threw candy to eager children from a float in the parade, got squirted by friend Cindy Lambert Morgan from Valley Tap House with her gigantic water super soaker, bought books from the library book sale, and introduced the newspaper editor to Everson cuisine (well, yummy food at local restaurants since I don’t think Everson actually has its own ethnic food). The backdrop to these festivities – which also included vendors in the park, a car show, live music and lots of kids playing basketball – was a sunny warm summer day after so much rain. During COVID-19 so many things slowed, stopped, ceased, quit, disappeared – and went away just about everywhere. The Everson-Nooksack Chamber of Commerce also had ceased to operate, but not the businesses or the families eager to enjoy life. Everyone was happy to come together this week for something good and not just to clean up after a flood. Over the past two years my Facebook page has been filled with different local restaurants and businesses not just touting their own menus and
wares, but cross marketing what others could consider their rivals. They have shared facilities at times and the ability to order from food distribution networks when it hasn’t been easy for everyone to get what they need. They have celebrated one eatery opening for lunch service. They have stopped to fill in and give a hand. All in all, they have helped each other when homes and businesses got flooded. Last weekend’s festival was a great festival because there are so many great people who choose to make the Valley their home – to raise their children here, to find joy in good and bad times, and to help each other out in so many ways – and they all showed up. They cheered. They applauded.
They made memories with their children and grandchildren. I have realized that not all cities or places have this. It is special. My mom was born in our old home in the Valley. She later married there, left to travel the world, and came back to raise her family and to give us roots. Here’s to the survivors and to the thrivers of Nooksack Valley. I applaud you and me. I lift my glass to us. We have had a hard few years but we are making it through and will continue to do so with continued laughs and tears and lots of joined helping hands to form a base.
Depending on when you planted and what you’re growing, you may be weeks into harvesting already or still waiting for your plants to mature. Garlic planted last fall should soon be ready for harvest — once the foliage turns brown, gently loosen the soil and pull the mature heads out with leaves and stem attached to dry in a cool, dry place for a few weeks until cured. Thanks to our cool start to the summer, leaf lettuce varieties planted this spring may still be producing sweet leaves for harvest, but if your lettuce has gone bitter or you planted head lettuce that has finished producing, it’s not too late to plant a fresh crop for later summer and fall harvest. And for crops yet to produce later this summer — beans, corn, and squash, to name a few — continue to water and fertilize to keep them healthy and growing. Third, if your yard could still use some extra summer color, hydrangeas are a hard-to-beat shrub for summer blooms. Check out Incrediball Blush, an Annabelle-type hydrangea that grows to four to five feet tall and wide with large silverypink flowers. Another one of my fa-
vorite varieties is Fire Light, with strong upright stems holding cone-shaped white flowers that age to a rich pomegranate-pink in autumn. Unlike traditional mophead hydrangeas, both of these varieties will stay true to color — neither turns blue or purple in our acidic native soils. Finally, this time of year is abundant with color, with roses, dahlias, hydrangeas, zinnias, and sunflowers all putting on a show.
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Bloom: Bugs, bounty and beauty in the garden Continued from B1
For the first time since 2019, the Everson and Nooksack communities held their annual summer festival, July 8-10. Guest columnist Elisa Claassen called this year’s festival the community’s best ever. (Bill Helm/Lynden
You’ve worked hard to this point, what with planting, watering (ok, you got off easy on that one in May and June), fertilizing, and weeding, so take the time to enjoy the fruits of your labor. Summer passes all too quickly, so bask in the beauty and relish the sun on your face. After all, this year we’ve earned those warm rays. -- David Vos is manager of Vander Giessen Nursery Inc. of Lynden.
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From vendors in the park to 3-on-3 basketball, from live music to an hour-long parade, from a car show to a pancake breakfast, and everything in between, these are a few of the many moments collected from this year’s Everson Nooksack Summer Festival, July 8-10. For a gallery of photographs from this year’s festival, visit LyndenTribune. com. (Lynden Tribune Pho-
tos by Bill Helm, Elisa Claassen and Taras McCurdie)
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PUBLIC NOTICES Lynden LEGAL CITY OF LYNDEN LEGAL NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REVOCATION AND PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lynden Planning Commission will be taking public input regarding the revocation of Conditional Use Permit #21-04 at the property described below: LOT A BENDER PLAZA SHORT PLAT, RECORDED UNDER AUDITOR’S FILE NO. 2060801211, RECORDS OF WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON. COMMONLY DESCRIBED AS: 8894 Bender Road, Lynden. Public hearing to consider the revocation of Conditional Use Permit 21-04 which was granted to Lynden Automotive at 8894 Bender Road, Lynden. The Conditional Use Permit was originally granted to allow automotive repair services in an existing commercial building within the Commercial Services-Local zone. Failure to execute the conditions associated with the Conditional Use Permit has resulted in City action to revoke. A public hearing with the Lynden Planning Commission has been tentatively scheduled for July 27, 2022. Any persons wishing to comment on the application, or the proposal may do so by submitting their written comments to Heidi Gudde, Planning Director, 300 4th Street, Lynden 98264, by July 27, 2022, or by attending the Public Hearing to be held at 7:00 p.m. that same evening, at Lynden City Hall Annex located at 205 4th Street in Lynden. Persons with questions regarding the project may contact the Planning Department at (360) 354-5532. Published July 13, 2022
LEGAL LEGAL NOTICE OF STATE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT MITIGATED DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on June 1, 2022, the City of Lynden received a SEPA checklist from Jaime White, agent for Group 5, LLC, regarding the project described below. Description of Proposal: Lynden Plaza – Guide Meridian - The commercial development of 5 buildings on an approximate 4.4-acre parcel in Lynden. This development includes demolition of existing structures on the property, site prep, utility installation, and construction of a ~10,000 sq ft hotel, a car wash building, a general commercial warehouse/storage building, and two restaurant buildings. Parcel, Common Address and Abbreviated Legal Descriptions: Parcel Number: 4002245250840000 Address: 8165 Guide Meridian Road, Lynden WA 98264 Legal Description: LOT B WEST LYNDEN LLA NO 5 AS REC AF 2050101600-EXC PTN TO STATE FOR HWY DESC AF 2130802218 After reviewing the environmental checklist and other information on file with the agency, the City of Lynden has determined that this proposal will not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment should standard conditions and mitigating measures be met. Copies of the MDNS are available from the City of Lynden, 300 4th St., WA. The public is invited to comment on this MDNS by submitting written comments to Heidi Gudde, Planning Director, no later than July 27, 2022, at 300 4th Street, Lynden, WA 98264. Published July 13, 2022
Everson LEGAL CITY OF EVERSON NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND PUBLIC HEARING The City of Everson hereby gives notice that on June 17, 2022 an application for site-specific rezone was received from Cascade Engineering Group on behalf of Summit-Rhodes LLC. The applicant seeks to rezone an approximately 21-acre property located in the 200-400 block of W 3rd Street from Residential zoning to Residential-7500 zoning. The subject property is situated in the SW ¼ of the SW ¼ of Section 30, Township 40 North, Range 04 East of W.M. Whatcom County, WA within the City of Everson. The property is identified under County Assessor’s parcel number 400430 105082. The public comment period for this application is from July 13 through July 28, 2022. Project application materials can be accessed from the City’s website or viewed at City Hall during normal business hours. Written comments may be submitted during the comment period to Everson City Hall at the address shown below. The Everson City Council will hold a public hearing regarding this proposal beginning at 7:00 p.m. on August 9, 2022. Any party may submit written or oral testimony at the hearing. Interested parties should go to the City website to receive information regarding the city council meeting and to review instructions regarding in-person and remote access to the hearing. Everson City Hall 111 W. Main Street P.O. Box 315 Everson, WA 98247 (360) 966-3411 www.ci.everson.wa.us Published July 13, 2022
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CITY OF EVERSON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The City of Everson hereby gives notice that the Everson City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the City’s 6-year Transportation Improvement Program at Everson City Hall at 7:00 p.m. on July 26, 2022. Any party may submit written or oral comments at the hearing. The draft program is available for review at Everson City Hall during normal business hours. People with special needs who will be attending the hearing are asked to contact City Hall by July 22, 2022 to request special accommodations. Everson City Hall 111 W. Main Street P.O. Box 315 Everson, WA 98247 (360) 966-3411 Published July 13, 2022
Sumas LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Sumas City Council will hold a public hearing for the Six-year (2023-2028) Transportation Improvement Program on July 25, 2022 at 7:00 pm in the Sumas Council Chambers. Please submit written comments to the City Clerk at 433 Cherry Street, Sumas, mquinn@cityofsumas.com by July 22, 2022. Published July 13, 2022
Notice of Trustee’s Sale LEGAL NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.108 1st Ave South, Suite 202 Seattle, WA 98104 Trustee Sale No.: WA-17785728-SW Title Order No.: 8735429 Reference Number of Deed of Trust: Instrument No. 2070902804 Parcel Number(s): 405123 231535 0000, 150778 Grantor(s) for Recording Purposes under RCW 65.04.015: SHERYL DARLENE LARSON A MARRIED WOMAN, AS HER SEPARATE ESTATE Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust and Grantee (for Recording Purposes under RCW 65.04.015): U.S. Bank Trust National Association, not in its individual capacity, but solely as Trustee of LSF10 Master Participation Trust Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: Quality Loan Service Corporation of Washington Current Loan Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: Fay Servicing, LLC I.NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, the undersigned Trustee, will on 7/22/2022, at 9:00 AM At the Main Entrance of the Whatcom County Courthouse, 311 Grand Ave., Bellingham, WA 98225 sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable in the form of credit bid or cash bid in the form of cashier’s check or certified checks from federally or State chartered banks, at the time of sale the following described real property, situated in the County of WHATCOM, State of Washington, to-wit: LOT 12, PLAT OF BIRCH BAY VIEW, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN VOLUME 8 OF PLATS, PAGE(S) 94, RECORDS OF WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON. SITUATE IN WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON. More commonly known as: 8475 ALDER WAY, BLAINE, WA 98230 Subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 9/13/2007, recorded 9/21/2007, under Instrument No. 2070902804 records of WHATCOM County, Washington, from SHERYL DARLENE LARSON A MARRIED WOMAN, AS HER SEPARATE ESTATE, as grantor(s), to STEWART TITLE, as original trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as original beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was subsequently assigned to U.S. Bank Trust National Association, not in its individual capacity, but solely as Trustee of LSF10 Master Participation Trust, the Beneficiary, under an assignment recorded under Auditors File Number 2150300408 II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust as referenced in RCW 61.21.030(4) is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/Mortgage. III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: $68,606.62. IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $156,138.08, together with interest as provided in the Note from 6/1/2016 on, and such other costs, fees, and charges as are due under the Note, Deed of Trust, or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. V. The above-described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on 7/22/2022. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 7/11/2022 (11 days before the sale date), or by other date as permitted in the Note or Deed of Trust, to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before 7/11/2022 (11 days before the sale), or by other date as permitted in the Note or Deed of Trust, the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are
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paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashiers or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the 7/11/2022 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by paying the principal and interest, plus costs, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower(s) and Grantor(s) by both first class and certified mail, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served, if applicable, with said written Notice of Default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in Paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. The list of recipients of the Notice of Default is listed within the Notice of Foreclosure provided to the Borrower(s) and Grantor(s). These requirements were completed as of 11/30/2018. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described property. IX. Anyone having any objections to this sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS – The purchaser at the Trustee’s Sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. You may be eligible for mediation. You have only 20 DAYS from the recording date of this notice to pursue mediation. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Toll-free: 1-877-894HOME (1-877-894-4663) or Web site: http://www.dfi.wa.gov/consumers/homeownership/post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure.htm The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Toll-free: 1-800-569-4287 or National Web Site: http://portal.hud. gov/hudportal/HUD or for Local counseling agencies in Washington: http://www.hud.gov/offices/ hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/index.cfm?webList A c tion=search&searchstate=WA&filterSvc=dfc The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: 1-800606-4819 or Web site: http://nwjustice.org/what-clear Additional information provided by the Trustee: If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the noteholders rights against the real property only. The Trustee’s Sale Number is WA-17785728-SW. Dated: 3/7/2022 Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, as Trustee By: Jeff Stenman, President Trustee’s Address: Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington 108 1 st Ave South, Suite 202, Seattle, WA 98104 For questions call toll-free: (866) 9250241 Trustee Sale Number: WA17-785728-SW Sale Line: 800-2802832 or Login to: http://wa.qualityloan.com IDSPub #0177215 6/22/2022 7/13/2022 Published June 22 & July 13, 2022
LEGAL NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq.108 1st Ave South, Suite 202 Seattle, WA 98104 Trustee Sale No.: WA-19854879-BB Title Order No.: 190750489-WA-MSI Reference Number of Deed of Trust: Instrument No. 2060801243 Parcel Number(s): 370307 186527 0000 Grantor(s) for Recording Purposes under RCW 65.04.015: JOSEPH S PADILLA, AN UNMARRIED INDIVIDUAL, AS HIS SEPARATE ESTATE Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust and Grantee (for Recording Purposes under RCW 65.04.015): JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: Quality Loan Service Corporation of Washington Current Loan Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. I.NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, the undersigned Trustee, will on
7/22/2022, at 9:00 AM At the Main Entrance of the Whatcom County Courthouse, 311 Grand Ave., Bellingham, WA 98225 sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable in the form of credit bid or cash bid in the form of cashier’s check or certified checks from federally or State chartered banks, at the time of sale the following described real property, situated in the County of WHATCOM, State of Washington, to-wit: LOTS 37 & 38 BLOCK 4, PLAT OF CONNELLY ADDITION, FAIRHAVEN, WASHINGTON, WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN VOLUME 2 OF PLATS, PAGE 85, RECORDS OF WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON. More commonly known as: 2903 COWGILL AVE, BELLINGHAM, WA 98225 Subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 8/2/2006, recorded 8/8/2006, under Instrument No. 2060801243 records of WHATCOM County, Washington, from JOSEPH S PADILLA, AN UNMARRIED INDIVIDUAL, AS HIS SEPARATE ESTATE, as grantor(s), to WHATCOM LAND TITLE COMPANY, as original trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as original beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was subsequently assigned to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, the Beneficiary, under an assignment recorded under Auditors File Number 2150400160 II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust as referenced in RCW 61.21.030(4) is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/Mortgage. III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: $49,121.85. IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $142,247.06, together with interest as provided in the Note from 10/1/2018 on, and such other costs, fees, and charges as are due under the Note, Deed of Trust, or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. V. The above-described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on 7/22/2022. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 7/11/2022 (11 days before the sale date), or by other date as permitted in the Note or Deed of Trust, to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before 7/11/2022 (11 days before the sale), or by other date as permitted in the Note or Deed of Trust, the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashiers or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the 7/11/2022 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by paying the principal and interest, plus costs, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower(s) and Grantor(s) by both first class and certified mail, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served, if applicable, with said written Notice of Default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in Paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. The list of recipients of the Notice of Default is listed within the Notice of Foreclosure provided to the Borrower(s) and Grantor(s). These requirements were completed as of 5/16/2019. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described property. IX. Anyone having any objections to this sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS – The purchaser at the Trustee’s Sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. You may be eligible for mediation. You have only 20 DAYS from the recording date of this notice to pursue mediation. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and
legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Toll-free: 1-877-894HOME (1-877-894-4663) or Web site: http://www.dfi.wa.gov/consumers/homeownership/post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure.htm The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Toll-free: 1-800-569-4287 or National Web Site: http://portal.hud. gov/hudportal/HUD or for Local counseling agencies in Washington: http://www.hud.gov/offices/ hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/index.cfm?webList A c tion=search&searchstate=WA&filterSvc=dfc The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: 1-800606-4819 or Web site: http://nwjustice.org/what-clear Additional information provided by the Trustee: If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the noteholders rights against the real property only. The Trustee’s Sale Number is WA-19854879-BB. Dated: 3/14/2022 Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, as Trustee By: Jeff Stenman, President Trustee’s Address: Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington 108 1 st Ave South, Suite 202, Seattle, WA 98104 For questions call toll-free: (866) 9250241 Trustee Sale Number: WA19-854879-BB Sale Line: 800-2802832 or Login to: http://wa.qualityloan.com IDSPub #0177313 6/22/2022 7/13/2022 Published June 22 & July 13, 2022
Notice to Creditors LEGAL IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF WHATCOM In Re the Estate of PHYLLIS G. WILLIAMS, Deceased. NO. 22-4-00632-37 NON-PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.42.030 JUDGE: EVAN P. JONES The notice agent named below has elected to give notice to creditors of the above-named decedent. As of the date of the filing of a copy of this notice with the court, the notice agent has no knowledge of any other person acting as notice agent or of the appointment of a personal representative of the decedent’s estate in the state of Washington. According to the records of the court as are available on the date of the filing of this notice with the court, a cause number regarding the decedent has not been issued to any other notice agent and a personal representative of the decedent’s estate has not been appointed. 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 11.42.070 by serving on or mailing to the notice agent or the notice agent’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 notice agent’s declaration and oath were filed. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the notice agent served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.42.020(2) (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 11.42.050 and 11.42.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION June 29, 2022 NOTICE AGENT JERRY WILLIAMS 8801 Osprey Road Blaine, WA 98230 Attorney for Notice Agent: ANDREW W. HEINZ, WSBA #37086 Barron Smith Daugert, PLLC, 300 North Commercial St., Bellingham, WA 98225 Published June 29, July 6 & 13, 2022
Probate Notice to Creditors LEGAL IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR WHATCOM COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of JEAN MARIE SIMON, Deceased. Cause No. 22-4-00615-37 Judge: DAVID E. FREEMAN 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. 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(3); 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 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and non-probate assets. Date of First Publication: JUNE 29, 2022 Personal Representative: JULIE SIMON BROBERG Address for Mailing or Service: c/o attorney for personal representative Attorney for Personal Representative: Erin Mae Glass, WSBA #39746, Barron Smith Daugert, PLLC, 300 N. Commercial St., Bellingham, WA 98225; Phone: 360-733-0212 Published June 29, July 6 & 13, 2022
LEGAL IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF WHATCOM In Re the Estate of BETTY M. HUGG, Deceased. NO. 22-4-00661-37 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 JUDGE: DAVID E. FREEMAN 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 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: JULY 13, 2022 PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: ETHAN HUGG ADDRESS FOR MAILING OR SERVICE: c/o Attorney for Personal Representative: Graham Buchanan, WSBA #52603 Barron Smith Daugert, PLLC 300 North Commercial St. Bellingham, WA 98225 Court of probate proceedings and cause number: Whatcom County Superior Court, Cause No. 22-4-00661-37 Published July 13, 20 & 27, 2022
LEGAL IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF WHATCOM In Re the Estate of LEONARD M. HONCOOP, Deceased. NO. 22-4-00598-37 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 Judge Lee Grochmal 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. The claim must be presented within the later of: thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or 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 otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and non-probate assets. Date of First Publication: July 6, 2022 Personal Representative: Beverly J. Honcoop c/o Nicole L. Terpstra, Attorney 709 Grover Street Lynden, WA 98264 Attorney for the Personal Representative: Nicole L. Terpstra, Atty WSBA #32974 Terpstra Law, PLLC 709 Grover Street Lynden, WA 98264 Address for Mailing or Service: Terpstra Law, PLLC 709 Grover Street Lynden, WA 98264 Published July 6, 13 & 20, 2022
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ESTATE OF: WALTER B. RIDDLE, Deceased. No. 21-4-00814-37 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) The Personal Representative named below has been appointed 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. 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(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of 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 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and non-probate assets. Personal Representative: Reginald B. Riddle Date of filing copy of notice to creditors: Wednesday July 6, 2022 Date of first publication: Wednesday July 13, 2022 Address for Mailing or Service: P.O. Box 231, Lynden, WA 98264 STARKENBURG-KROONTJE, P.S. Lesa Starkenburg-Kroontje, WSBA #21843 Attorney for Personal Representative Estate of Walter B. Riddle
Evans/Kenney Partnership, LLC, 13109 - 41st Avenue NE, Marysville, WA, 98271 is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit for the Evans/Kenney Industrial Park, located at 4546 Wynn Road in Whatcom County, WA. This project has involved 0.7 acres of soil disturbance for commercial construction activities. The receiving water is an on-site wetland area, which flows into a tributary of Silver Creek. Any persons desiring to present their views to the Department of Ecology regarding this application, or interested in the Department’s action on this application, may notify Ecology in writing within 30 days of the last date of publication of this notice. Comments can be submitted to: Department of Ecology, Water Quality Program, P.O. Box 47696, Olympia, WA 98504-7696. Published July 6 & 13, 2022
LEGAL Douglas Farm, LLC, 504 E Fairhaven Ave Burlington, WA 982331846, is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit. The proposed project, Douglas Farm, is located at 2396 Douglas Rd in Ferndale in Whatcom county. This project involves 7.7 acres of soil disturbance for Highway or Road, Residential, Utilities construction activities. The receiving waterbody is Schell Creek/Ditch. Any persons desiring to present
their views to the Washington State Department of Ecology regarding this Application, or interested in Ecology’s action on this Application, may notify Ecology in writing no later than 30 days of the last date of publication of this notice. Ecology reviews public comments and considers whether discharges from this project would cause a measurable change in receiving water quality, and, if so, whether the project is necessary and in the overriding public interest according to Tier II anti-degradation requirements under WAC 173201A-320. Comments can be submitted to: ecyrewqianoi@ecy.wa.gov, or ATTN: Water Quality Program, Construction Stormwater Washington State Department of Ecology P.O. Box 47696 Olympia, WA 98504-7696 Published July 13 & 20, 2022
LEGAL CALL FOR BIDS FUELING SERVICES LYNDEN SCHOOL DISTRICT #504 Lynden School District #504 will receive bids for provision of regular unleaded and diesel fuel for the 2022-23 school year. Bid specifications and instructions may be requested from the District Office, 516 Main Street, Lynden, WA. Bids are to be sent or delivered to the District in sealed envelopes marked “Bid – Fueling Services” by 10:00 a.m. on Thursday July 28, 2022. The Board of Directors reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive technicalities, and to accept any proposal if such action is believed to be in the best interest of the District. David Vanderyacht Superintendent Published July 13 & 20, 2022
Summons by Publication LEGAL IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF ARIZONA IN AND FOR NAVAJO COUNTY JUVENILE COURT In Re the Matter of: AVA KIMBERLY LYNN RAINEY, DOB: 03/21/2016, A Minor Child. Case No.: SV202200005 ORDER TO APPEAR RE: HEARING ON PETITION TO TERMINATE PARENT-CHILD RELATIONSHIP READ ME: This is an important Court Order that affects your rights. Read this Order carefully. If you do not understand this Order, contact a lawyer for help. All parties, whether represented by attorneys or not, must be present. If there is a failure to appear, the court may make such orders as are just, including granting the relief requested by the party who does appear. Based on documents filed and pursuant to Arizona Law, IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT YOU, TIMOTHY TRAVIS WILLIAM RAINEY, appear at the time and place stated below so that the court can determine whether the relief asked for in the Petition or Motion should be granted. Pursuant to A.R.S. § 8-535(A) of the Arizona Rules of Procedure Juvenile Court, Termination of Parental Rights and Rule 64(C) Parental Rights, you have the right to appear as a party in this proceeding. The failure of a parent to appear at the initial hearing, the pretrial conference, the status conference or the termination adjudication hearing without good cause may result in an adjudication terminating the parent-child relationship of that parent. Furthermore, failure to appear at the initial hearing, the pretrial conference, the status conference or the termination adjudication hearing without good cause may result
in a finding that the parent, guardian or Indian custodian has waived legal rights, and is deemed to have admitted the allegations in the motion or petition for termination. The notice shall advise the parent, guardian or Indian custodian that the hearings may proceed in their absence that their parental rights may be terminated. INFORMATION ABOUT COURT HEARING TO BE HELD: NAME OF JUDICIAL OFFICER: Michala Ruechel DATE AND TIME OF HEARING: July 5, 2022 @ 9:00 a.m. PLACE OF HEARING: Holbrook TIME ALLOTTED FOR HEARING: 15 minutes EVIDENCE WILL: be taken IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a true copy of this “Order to Appear-Petition for Termination of Parent-Child Relationship” and a true copy of the document filed with the Response shall be served by the moving party on the parties who are required to appear, and a true copy of these documents shall be mailed/served immediately to parties who have appeared in this action. Requests for reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities must be made to the office of the Judge or Commissioner scheduled to hear this case five (5) days before your scheduled court date. Dated May 24, 2022 Judge of the Superior Court: Michala Ruechel Published June 22, 29 & July 6, 13, 2022
LEGAL SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF LEWIS In re the Interest of: HALLIE MARIE MOORE, Minor Child. No. 22-5-00019-21 SUMMONS AND NOTICE BY PUBLICATION OF PETITION FOR ADOPTION AND TERMINATION OF PARENT-CHILD RELATIONSHIP; NOTICE OF HEARING
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ON TERMINATION [X] CLERKS ACTION REQUIRED: HEARING 08/19/22 at 9:00 a.m. The State of Washington to the said: MICHAEL KEOWN You are hereby summoned to appear within thirty days after the date of first publication of this summons, and defend the above-entitled action in the above entitled court, and answer the petition of the petitioners, Ashley Leyde and Jamie Leyde, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for petitioners at the office below stated, if you fail to do so, judgment may be rendered against you according to the request of the petition which has been filed with the Clerk of said court. YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that there has been filed in this court a petition praying that the parent-child relationship between the parent, MICHAEL KEOWN, and the above-named child be terminated. The object of the action is to seek an order relinquishing the child to the petitioner for adoption and to terminate the parent-child relationship. The child, HALLIE MARIE MOORE, was born on February 08, 2014 in the city of Longview, Washington. The child’s natural mother is Ashley Leyde. The court hearing on this matter shall be on the 19th day of August, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. before the presiding judge in the Lewis County Superior Court; at 345 West Main, 4th Floor, Chehalis, Washington. YOUR FAILURE TO APPEAR AT THE HEARING MAY RESULT IN A DEFAULT ORDER PERMANENTLY TERMINATING ALL OF YOUR RIGHTS TO THE ABOVE-NAMED CHILDREN. You are further notified that any non consenting parent or presumed father has a right to be represented by an attorney, and an attorney will be appointed for an indigent parent who requests an attorney. You are further notified that your failure to respond to the petition within sixty days of the first pub-
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Walls & Windows Inc. • 360-676-5223
Sheri Russell, JD • 360-255-1666 www.bellinghammediation.com
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RE/MAX Whatcom County- Rick Meyer
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Nooksack Valley Disposal & Recycling, Inc. 250 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd, Lynden
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East Wiser Lake Rd., Lynden • 360-647-4001 Lynden Cemetery • www.lyndencemetery.com South Side of Front St., Lynden • 360-647-4001
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Lynden Print Company
Everson Vision Clinic, Dr. Alex Ilyin, OD 4131 Hannegan Rd., Ste. 104, Bellingham
Bank of the Pacific
1800 Front St., Lynden • 360-318-8780 www.BankofthePacific.com
PRINT & PUBLISHING
TSquared Inc Construction & Roofing Family Care Network
Jeff Lamphere Insurance
113 Third St, Lynden • 360-354-5333 www.jefflamphere.com
VanDalen Insurance
Shane VanDalen 517 Liberty St., Lynden • 360-354-4433
Vibrant USA
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PEST & RODENT CONTROL
Eagle Tree, Spray & Pest Control 360-739-7101 All insects, trees, lawn & shrubs
Environmental Pest Control Inc.
1740 Labounty Dr. Ste #1, Ferndale • 360-656-5974 8122 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-392-8435
1804 18th St., Lynden • 360-354-8656
ROOFING
Joostens Roofing
Bellingham • 360-815-7663
Mt. Baker Roofing, Inc.
360-733-0191 • www.mtbakerroofing.com
SEPTIC INSTALLATION
Tyas & Tyas
3966 Deeter Rd., Everson • 360-988-6895
SEPTIC TANK PUMPING
Lil John Sanitary Services, Inc. Mark Mellema • 360-398-9828 www.liljohnsanitary.net
SOLAR & REFRIGERATION
Glacier Pacific LLC
9657 Crape Road, Sumas • 360-739-9903 glacierpacific14@gmail.com License # GLACIPL858KO
SPORTS & RECREATION
Dave’s Sports Shop
1738 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-5591
Lynden Skateway
421 Judson Street, Lynden • 360-354-3851 www.LyndenSkateway.com
VETERINARY
Kulshan Veterinary
8880 Benson Rd, Lynden 6220 Portal Wy, Ferndale www.kulshanvet.com • 360-354-5095
VITAMINS
Lynden Nutrition Center
3003 Bennett Drive, Bellingham • 360-676-5120 527 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-4884 www.epestcontrol.net
Vander Griend Lumber Co. Inc.
8461 Depot Rd., Lynden • 360-354-2155
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NEWS
LC hires two new head coaches Chad Fakkema takes over as boys soccer coach, Tom Zylstra fills fastpitch vacancy By Connor J. Benintendi connor@lyndentribune.com
Chad Fakkema is the new head coach of the Lynden Christian boys soccer team. (Courtesy photo)
SUMMER SOFTBALL
Two teams win club championships
LYNDEN – Lynden Christian has filled its vacant head coaching positions ahead of the 2022-23 sports seasons, athletic director Brenda Terpstra announced via press release on Thursday, July 7. Tom Zylstra has been hired as the new head coach of LC’s fastpitch softball team. He is the brother of Tim Zylstra, the Lyncs’ current head boys basketball coach. Tom was previously an assistant coach with the fastpitch team, including during this
past season. Chad Fakkema is assuming the role of head coach for the boys soccer team. Fakkema is also an internal hire, as he was a current assistant coach with the program. He also teaches middle school social studies, technology, works with athletics and is the seventh and eighth grade assistant principal at LC. “Both are LC grads, and we are excited about the passion they show for the mission of LC, our students, and the programs they are heading up,” Terpstra said
in the release. Tom Zylstra will take over for Brooke Heystek, who resigned following the 2022 season after three seasons with the team from 2018-2022. The Lyncs finished 11-11 overall last season and made an appearance in the 1A bi-district championship game. The team will have eight returning players for the 2022-23 season “I’m just really excited for the opportunity to coach the softball program at LC See COACHES on B10
1A FASTPITCH SOFTBALL
1A state fastpitch All-Tournament team
Six of Lynden’s players from the NW Sidewinders 18u gold team that won the USA state championship, platinum division on Sunday, July 10. (Photo courtesy of Tami Anderson) By Connor J. Benintendi connor@lyndentribune.com
Two club fastpitch softball teams made up of Whatcom County athletes won major tournament championships this past Sunday, July 10. An 18u team, the Northwest Sidewinders Gold team won the USA state championship, platinum division in Shelton, Washington. Even though the team is based out of Seattle, it is comprised of girls from Puyallup, Sumner, Auburn and Lynden. Six Lynden girls are on the team: Riley Anderson, who currently plays college softball at Lewis and Clark College; Ashlyn Alexander, a 2022 Lynden graduate; Emma Ramerman, a 2022 graduate who will play at Arizona Christian in the fall; Claire DeVries, a 2022 graduate heading to Yakima College in the fall; Grace Potter, an upcoming 2023 graduate; and Karsyn Postma, an upcoming 2023 Lynden Christian graduate. Coaching the Sidewinders was head coach Justin Tyree, as well as assistants Leroy Wong, Scott Wren and Dante Alexander. The Whatcom Wolverines 16u team won their USA state championship in Moses Lake, Washington, as well with a team made up all See SUMMER CHAMPIONSHIPS on B10
Mount Baker’s Ashlynn Cloninger (No. 7) is congratulated by her teammates as she is selected for a sportsmanship award following the Mountaineers’ 8-5 win over Castle Rock during the state tournament on May 28. (Connor J. Benintendi/Lynden Tribune)
Pioneers, Mountaineers each earn three selections By Connor J. Benintendi connor@lyndentribune.com
WHATCOM – Nooksack Valley and Mount Baker totaled six players on the 1A state fastpitch softball tournament’s All-Tournament team, as voted on by the 12 schools’ coaches that competed. Making up nearly half of the 13 total selections, the Pioneers and Mountaineers
added another impressive bit of recognition to their resume. Nooksack Valley won the 1A state championship 4-3 over Lakeside on May 28 for their first fastpitch title in school history. Mount Baker took fourth at the tournament, falling to Eatonville 13-6 in the third-fourth place game, but claiming their first hardware since 2014. Nooksack Valley’s Jordyn
Relethford, Jayden Loreen and America Oettel all made the list. Ashlynn Cloninger, Kaitlyn Rosenburg and Gracie Zender each were selected from Mount Baker. The selection process involved coaches nominating their own players, before the other 11 coaches voted on the top 12, according to Pioneers head coach Tom Harmon. Coaches could not vote for their own players in the
final voting. Relethford totaled 27 strikeouts in the Pioneers’ three games at the tournament. Loreen went 9-for-11 at the plate with 6 RBI and 4 runs. She also drove in the game-winning run in the sixth inning of the 1A state championship on a pivotal single. Oettel went 4-for-11 at the plate with 4 RBI, but her See FASTPITCH on B10
YOUTH SPORTS
Lynden, LC youth sports summer camps underway The Lynden Christian baseball camp (left) was open to fourth and eighth graders and went from July 5 to July 8 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Campers were split into groups and worked on infield, outfield, catching, pitching and batting techniques. There were 29 campers total. Fourth through ninth graders work on basketball skills during the Lynden Youth Boys Basketball Camp at Lynden High School’s Jake Maberry Gym on July 7, 2022. The camp was offered from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. beginning on July 5 and ending July 7. The camp was coached by Lynden High School coaches and players. See more photos on B10. (Taras McCurdie/Lynden Tribune)
SPORTS
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Lynden, LC youth sports camps attract hundreds of participants
The Lynden Christian baseball camp was open to fourth through eighth graders and went from July 5 to July 8 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. There were 29 total participants at the camp. The Lynden Youth Boys Basketball Camp at Lynden High School’s Jake Maberry Gym was offered from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. beginning on July 5 and ending July 7. The camp was for fourth through eighth graders of all skill levels. There were 119 kids that participated. (Taras McCurdie for the Tribune)
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Whatcom County girls except one. The group had 11 total county players: Kaelin Blakley and Payton Akers from Ferndale; Melanie Anderson and Childrey DeJong from Lynden; Gracie Zender, Annalee Cohn and Ava Jeretzky from Mount Baker; Emersyn Bakker, Shaylie Daniels and Piper Nissen from Blaine; and Sydney TenKley from Meridian. Also on the roster was Grace Swenson of Sedro-Woolley. Kevin Bakker was the Wolverines’ head coach, with Seth Jeretzky and Greg Blakley as assistant coaches. The Sidewinders are 21-3 so far for the summer season and have emerged as champions in each of their four tournaments. For this
tournament, they had to play eight total games with four on Sunday to bring home the title. They defeated the same team twice to secure the championship, first winning 10-1 and then 7-2. Up next for the Sidewinders is a trip to Oklahoma City for the USA Gold Nationals, which they qualified for last fall. For the Wolverines, they went 6-1 in the tournament. They were undefeated going into Sunday, where they lost their first and only game. A win there would have sent them directly to the championship game. Similar to the Sidewinders, the Wolverines entered a doubleelimination scenario, and had to play two championship games to earn the trophy.
Fastpitch: Six locals selected for All-Tournament team leaders for the Mountaineers during the tournament, both offensively and defensively. Rosenburg held down the circle for much of Mount Baker’s five tournament games. The trio were also the main reason Mount Baker got to play for a trophy in the first place. Each of them belted home runs in an 8-5 comeback victory over Castle Rock in the consolation semifinals. The Mountaineers trailed 4-1 early in that game. The full list of selections to the 1A All-Tournament team is below. Nooksack Valley’s America Oettel leans into a swing during the Pioneers’ 4-3 win over Lakeside in the 1A state fastpitch championship on May 28. (Connor J. Benintendi/Lynden Tribune)
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biggest impact was behind the plate as the team’s star catcher.Rosenburg, Zender and Cloninger were among the
Hailey Rath, Eatonville Jordyn Relethford, Nooksack Valley Katie Strum, Lakeside Jayden Loreen, Nooksack Valley Jade Christianson, Lakeside Brooke Blocker, Eatonville Ashlynn Cloninger, Mount Baker Carron Blood, Hoquiam Kaitlyn Rosenburg, Mount Baker Payton Kessler, Castle Rock Gracie Zender, Mount Baker America Oettel, Nooksack Valley Kaydee Wuesthoff, Lakeside
The NW Sidewinders 18u Gold team (above) had six girls from Lynden playing on the team. The Whatcom Wolverines (left) totals 11 players from Whatcom County. Both teams pose with their trophies following their USA state championship victories on Sunday, July 10. (Courtesy photos)
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and build on what the coaches before me have done,” he said of the opportunity. Fakkema takes over for Brent DeRuyter, who remains the head coach of the girls soccer team. DeRuyter resigned after the 2022 season following his hiring as the new
Lynden Parks and Recreation director. The boys team graduated 17 seniors at the end of last season. They finished 9-8-1 after being eliminated in the 1A bi-district crossover. LC will return only six players from last year. Fakkema did not respond to inquiries for comment prior to publication.
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