Ferndale Record May 11, 2022

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Ferndale police seek public’s help identifying vandalism suspects FERNDALE — The Ferndale Police Department is asking for the public’s help to identify three suspects in a series of vandalism cases.

According to a May 10 news release from the City of Ferndale, the suspects were caught on camera vandalizing a Ferndale business and are connected to a rash of graffiti in the greater

The Ferndale Police Department is asking for the public’s help to identify three suspects in a series of vandalism cases. The three suspects are described as male, and in their 20s.

Two of them have darker hair with facial hair while one has lighter hair and skin. (Courtesy City of Ferndale)

Baking and happiness

Shelby Cook-Lindsay (left) and Melissa O’Brine stand outside of O’Brine’s business Barb’s Pies. (Leora Watson/Ferndale Record)

Ferndale business Barb’s Pies moving to Main Street location

By Leora Watson leora@lyndentribune.com

FERNDALE — Big changes are coming to Barb’s Pies and Pastries and owner Melissa O’Brine is excited for the business’s new adventure.

A native Ferndale business since 1999, Barb’s Pies will move this summer to 2054 Main St. The building, formerly Eagle Roost Burgers, will offer cafe style seating and a family friendly environment. It’s also the fourth different location for

Barb’s Pies and Pastries.

“Answering Ferndale’s cry for more family friendly, family orientated dining and recreational opportunities,” said O’Brine.

Shelby Cook-Lindsay is the head baker at Barb’s Pies and has been with the business for 10 years. Cook-Lindsay says she looks forward to offering cozy indoor searing for their customers and more room to bake.

“More room to mass produce in order to better serve our community and growing customer base,” said Cook-Lindsay. “And trying out new recipes and expanding our menu into savory offerings.”

The Main Street location will also offer cold drinks and hot food alongside the usual pies and pastries, according to a Facebook post announcing up-and-coming changes to the

Barb’s Pies staff bakes a batch of brownies. (Leora Watson/

Ferndale Record)

business.

O’Brine also hopes to offer a space for customers to play board games, relax and poten-

tially run dungeons and dragons campaigns.

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Ferndale area.

The three suspects are described as male, and in their 20s. Two of them have darker hair with facial hair while one has lighter hair and skin.

Anyone with information about these three suspects should contact Det. Steve Gamage at 360-483-5720 or sgamage@ferndalepd.org.

Gas prices reach new record high at $4.36 per gallon It’s going to be a long year for motorists, as gas prices set a fresh record at the pump on Tuesday, May 10, rising above the previous all-time high of $4.35 per gallon set two months ago to be exact – March 10, according to GasBuddy, the leading fuel savings platform providing North American drivers the most ways to save money on gas.

The national average price of gas is now $4.36 per gallon, and could continue to climb through Memorial Day as summer road trip season begins and oil prices remain volatile.

In addition, the soaring price of diesel also set a new all-time record of $5.53 per gallon today.

Fuel prices in the U.S. decreased slightly after spiking in March, as the situation between Russia and Ukraine continued, but simmered.

Prices began to rise again over the last few weeks as the odds of the European Union sanctioning Russian oil increased.

Just in the last seven days, the national average rose over 15¢ per gallon, bringing it to today’s record price.

Diesel prices have also continued to surge in recent weeks, not only setting a new record for the difference to gasoline, but outright highs.

Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, explained that liquid fuels “have turned into liquid gold, with prices for gasoline and diesel spiraling out of control with little power to harness them as the imbalance between supply and demand globally continues to widen with each passing day.”

“Russia’s oil increasingly remains out of the market, crimping supply while demand rebounds ahead of the summer driving season,” De Haan said.

“There’s little, if any, good news about fuel prices heading into summer.”

GasBuddy’s Summer Travel survey will be released in the weeks ahead, providing motorists with an outlook on summer gas prices and travel trends.

Mike McKenzie mentors Ferndale basketball team

By Connor J. Benintendi Connor@lyndentribune.com

FERNDALE – While many trudge through their week to get to Friday, Mike McKenzie can’t wait for today. TGIT, or “Thank God it’s Today,” is more than a mantra to McKenzie, it’s a daily thought process.

As the mental conditioning and peak performance educa-

tor for the Ferndale High School boys basketball team, McKenzie is a true example of enjoying life by its moments. He’s not worried about yesterday, tomorrow, or a week from now. Today is the focus.

McKenzie was added to Ferndale’s staff in a full-time capacity five years ago. Before that, he worked directly with the Golden Eagles’ head coach, Jason Owens,

helping him modify his coaching philosophy.

“The biggest over-simplified thing that we talk about — Owens is really good at this — is talk about mental conditioning,” McKenzie said. “Mental conditioning kind of all boils down to dealing with adversity.”

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Mike McKenzie (left) and Ferndale head boys basketball coach Jason Owens on the Golden Eagles’ bench during a game against Sedro-Woolley on Jan. 8, 2022. (Connor J. Benintendi/Lynden Tribune)

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Ferndale couple buys Dave’s Sports Shop in Lynden LYNDEN — There’s a new local couple at the helm of Dave’s Sports Shop in Lynden.

Will and Jenn Lathrop took ownership of the shop on May 1. The local sporting goods store had been under the ownership of the VanderHoek family since its founding in 1957 as Jude’s Sporting Goods.

Since October, the Lathrops have been training in the store under Dave and Claudia VanderHoek, who have been mentoring them to take over the business.

Will Lathrop has been a customer of Dave’s Sports Shop since 2007, the year he moved to the area and the same year Dave’s moved to Lynden’s Fairway Center.

In October 2020, when he learned that the store was looking for new ownership, Will and Jenn had what they called a fleeting thought that the business could be fun to own.

However, it wasn’t until early 2021, when a family member nudged the Lathrops to explore the opportunity, that they reached out to the VanderHoeks.

“Becoming the owners of Dave’s Sports Shop was something that we talked about and prayed through,” Will Lathrop said. “After meeting with a few advisors, we had the confidence to commit our family to this adventure.”

Will plans to manage much of the daily operations while Jenn focuses on human resources, accounting and other office tasks.

Experience and a passion for the outdoors.

A Marine Corps veteran, Will Lathrop has been an active outdoorsman for years. He primarily hunts deer and elk but also enjoys high country bear hunting. He has experience with rifle and bowhunting and enjoys the

extended seasons those options provide.

Will has been getting more into waterfowl hunting and is an avid fisherman and firearms owner.

“I have been to Dave’s countless times for hunting licenses, shooting gear and all the things that go along with that,” Will Lathrop said.

While Jenn Lathrop did not grow up hunting or fishing, she enjoys hiking and camping and has been active in team sports, playing soccer and volleyball in her young adult years.

Until recently, Jenn lived in Canada where she was a personal trainer. Now in Whatcom County, Jenn owns and operates an online training business called The Healthy Mom Academy.

The Lathrops said they feel grateful and blessed that Dave and Claudia took them under their wing with grace and patience during the discovery process. At times, there were hurdles that seemed insurmountable.

“The VanderHoeks invested huge amounts of time and were there with us along the way,” Will Lathrop said.

What’s next for Dave’s Sports Shop?

While the Pacific Northwest has a long heritage in outdoor sports, interest spiked during the pandemic, with many people deciding to reconnect with nature.

Supply chain issues also got people thinking about alternative ways to source food.

More women took an interest in hunting and shooting; more families spent time fishing and camping.

The Lathrops plan to serve this expanded interest by offering in-store classes and workshops and are exploring the

possibility of expanding some product lines.

“Our intent is to continue to serve the community as Dave and Claudia have done and to continue to meet the needs of Whatcom County hunters and adventurists,” Jenn Lathrop said.

Customers may not notice much of a difference when they visit the store.

Friendly, knowledgeable staff will still answer questions and help with the selection of products for fishing, hunting, shooting and other sports activities.

Dave and Claudia have done a great job building a team of experts who serve customers at the shop, and it has been a pleasure to work with them thus far, the Lathrops said.

But will they change the name of the store? With a laugh, the Lathrops tell customers that it would be easier to change Will’s name to Dave than to rebrand.

“Dave’s Sports Shop has a solid reputation,” Will Lathrop said.

“We have no plans to change the name of the business.”

What’s next for the VanderHoeks?

Dave VanderHoek has worked at the business in various ways for nearly 50 years. While he won’t be in charge after the sale, he plans to stay involved in the community.

“We are staying in Lynden, so I might even end up being one of those guys sharing stories in the coffee area at the back of the store,” he said.

The VanderHoeks, along with their kids and grandkids who have worked in the business over the years, will miss the people who have used the sports shop as a place to gather, sip coffee and talk about life’s adventures.

They will continue to guide and support Will and Jenn in the

Will and Jenn Lathrop of Ferndale, pictured, have bought Dave’s Sports Shop from Dave and Claudia VanderHoek.

The Lathrops say they have “no plans to change the name of the business.” (Courtesy photos) store, as needed, through July.

After that, they’re not sure what life will feel like, but the VanderHoeks plan to fill their days with grandchildren, travel and, of course, more time in the outdoors.

The VanderHoeks feel good about handing their family business over to another local family that shares the values Dave’s was built on.

“We’re excited to pass this shop over to Will and Jenn and their young family,” said Claudia VanderHoek. “They have a high level of integrity and a heart

for the business. Having worked with them for many months, we have full confidence that they have what it takes to succeed in the community.”

-- An open house retirement party for the VanderHoeks will be held at the Mt. Baker Rotary building in Lynden, across the street from Dave’s Sports Shop, on June 8. This will also serve as an opportunity for the community to meet the Lathrops. Details will be shared on the shop’s Facebook page as the event approaches: Ffacebook.com/davessports.

Ferndale recognizes Memorial Day with Avenue of Flags

By Bill Helm bill@lyndentribune.com

FERNDALE — From noon until 3 p.m. Sunday,

May 29, Greenacres Memorial Park will host the annual Avenue of Flags, one of Whatcom County’s Memorial Day traditions.

Greenacres Memorial Park is at 5700 Northwest Drive, Ferndale.

The celebration starts with music at noon, with

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the Mount Baker Toppers and the Bellingham Pipe Band. Refreshments by Legion Riders. Remembrance ceremony begins at 1 p.m., with Master of Ceremonies Col. Wes Weston.

Also, Daughters of the

American Revolution, unveiling of New God Star Mothers Memorial Arbor, dedication of the Revolutionary War Patriots Marker, and a dove release. Seating is limited, so feel free to bring a chair.

Parking is at the Northwest Drive entrance, north side of Greenacres. Handicap parking with permit as space allows.

All weekend long, more than 1,800 Veterans flags will line the pathways.

Northwest Washington Fair is now hiring

June 11 & 12, 2022

Each year, the Northwest Washington Fair hires more than 300 people who help with the annual fair.

Many positions at the Fair are filled by people who love being a part of the Fair, and return year after year.

Some of the benefits of working during the 10 days of the Fair, besides just being part of this fun community event, are free

gate admission, earning extra money, and an opportunity to help others enjoy their time at the Fair.

If you are at least 14 years old, available Aug. 11-21, and want to be part of the Fair, visit the Fair office at 1775 Front St., Lynden to pick up an application.

Also visit nwwafair.com for more information.

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Barb’s Pies has taken creative approaches to raise funds to support the move, starting with a pie or donut of the month club that will deliver the pastry subscription once a month free of delivery charge for residents of Whatcom County.

According to O’Brine, the delivery subscription idea came from the demand for items being de-

livered to people’s homes that emerged during the pandemic.

The first round of deliveries was a success, O’Brine said, as she drove 150 miles to various locations in Whatcom County such as Blaine, Lynden, Bellingham to drop off the treats.

O’Brine said she is excited to do the delivery again and plans for the pastry delivery subscription to be a long-term part of the busi-

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“We’ve had enough excitement and demand about it and as we grow, we’ll have to bring more people in to do the delivery,” said O’Brine.

Barb’s Pies currently has 30 customers for the pie or donut of the month club but hopes to get up to at least 50 customers, according to O’Brine.

Being loved and accepted by the community is one of the best parts of being a business owner in Ferndale, said O’Brine.

“Working with the community has been fantastic,” said O’Brine. “We have regulars who we’ve made their bridal shower cake, and then their wedding cake, and then their baby shower cake and the baby’s first birthday cake.”

Cook-Lindsay says the best part of being a professional baker is seeing the look of joy on people’s faces when they smell the product fresh out of the oven or making someone’s event special.

“We bake, but we also create happiness and that’s beautiful,” said Cook-Lindsay.

To learn more about Barb’s Pies or subscribe to pie or donut of the month club, visit barbspiesandpastries.com.

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Community Calendar June 11

We gladly accept submissions for the calendar section of our newspaper. Priority will be given to educational, cultural or recreational events open to the general public sponsored by non-profit, civic, charitable, fraternal or educational organizations.

All submissions are subject to review and included at editor discretion as space allows. We reserve the right to edit for content and clarity. Submissions should not exceed 150 words and include contact information. Please submit event information at least 10 business days before your event date at www.lyndentribune.com or by emailing editor@lyndentribune.com. Space is limited and we cannot guarantee placement from week to week. If you would like information on purchasing advertising space, please contact our advertising team at 360-354-4444.

age. No children under age 4, please.

Annual Kids Fishing Derby

June 11 is the annual Kids Fishing Derby of the Loyal Order of Camels Club. Held at Fishtrap Creek in Lynden City Park, boys and girls ages 5-13 can register for free from 8-10 a.m. the day of the event to compete in one of three time-slots: first 100 registered compete from 8:45-9:45 a.m., second 100 registered compete from 10-11 a.m., the remaining registered kids compete from 11:15 a.m. until noon.

Visit the Lynden Chamber Of Commerce website at lynden. org for more information.

May 12-14

Beauty and the Beast at The Claire Theater See Beauty and the Beast at The Claire Theater, 655 Front St., Lynden. Shows are at 7 p.m. May 12-14. Sunday matinee is 3 p.m. May 15.

Tickets are $13 for adults, $11 for seniors and students, and $ 9 for children under 9 years of

achers.org for more information.

May 14

May 13-14

Annual plant sale

This is the final weekend of Cornerstone Christian School’s annual plant sale. Plant sale is Friday, May 13 from 9-3 and Saturday, May 14 from 9-1. Still plenty of annuals, perennials, hanging baskets and vegetable starts. For more information, visit ccsplantsale.com. Cornerstone Christian School is at 8872 Northwood Road, Lynden.

May 14

Freedom together

Lynden Music Teachers Association presents its Freedom Together spring student recital at 4 p.m. Saturday, May 14 at Grace Baptist Fellowship, 338 North Park Street, Lynden. This is the final recital in the 20212022 LMTA recital series, featuring beginner to advanced string and piano students. Free community recital open to the public. Call Tammy at 360-3255570 or visit lyndenmusicte-

Whatcom Backcountry Horsemen silent/live auction

Saturday, May 14, Whatcom Backcountry Horsemen of WA will have its auction at the Deming Logging Show, 3295 Cedarville Road, Bellingham. The silent auction starts at 5:30 p.m. and the live auction starts at 7:15 p.m. New, gently used items, baked goods and not just horse items will be available with money raised will help buy equipment and supplies to help preserve the group’s right to ride and access public lands for future generations. Call 360-595-2137 for more information.

May 15

Extraordinary Measures

details and health and safety guidelines: whatcomchorale. org. Tickets are $22.50 in advance at mountbakertheatre. com, also available at the door on the concert day. Audience members must provide proof of vaccination and matching photo ID for entry and wear a mask while in the theatre.

sounds and vibrations of gongs and crystal singing bowls for a deeply relaxing and extremely rejuvenating experience. Rest, restore and rejuvenate with Kristi of Mystic Heart. Cost is $22. Doors open at 6:15 p.m.

Tickets at MysticHeartBeats. com. 3OMS Yoga is at 1319 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham.

May 15

May 21

Keepers of the Faith

Live in concert, Keepers of the Faith at Nooksack Valley Reformed Church, 6:30 p.m.

Sunday, May 15.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Free admission/free will offering.

Nooksack Valley Reformed Church is at 602 E. 2nd St., Nooksack. Call Donna at 360966-6165 for more information.

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At 3 p.m. Sunday, May 15, Whatcom Chorale presents Extraordinary Measures, at Mount Baker Theatre. Concert

Friday, May 20 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at 3OMS Yoga, enjoy an immersion of intentional soundscapes with the soothing

Lovely Was the Walk

Saturday, May 21, at the Blaine Performing Arts Center, watch as Esperanza takes a spring walk through her neighborhood where the beauty unfolds. The story is Lovely Was the Walk, with more than 40 dance students of different ages who will perform in this delightful production that is fun for people of all ages. The show is at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Cost is $10 general admission.

Free for children 2 and younger.

Masks optional but encouraged (unless requirements change).

Tickets online or purchased at the door.

For more information, visit daytodaydance.com.

McKenzie: Mentor to Ferndale boys basketball players Continued from A1

from the approach of a “transactional” coach, into being a “transformational” coach, he said.

A transformational coach invests in the person more than the player, telling them what they want them to do instead of singling out what they aren’t doing. The philosophy requires creating a sound relationship with players and gaining their trust on a personal level.

“It gives you a different perspective on how your kids are feeling when you’re coaching them, maybe, too hard or you’re being negative when you don’t realize you’re being negative,” Owens said. “So I’m all about having someone around that’s reminding me what it feels like to be coached because sometimes you forget. I’ve been coaching for a long time.”

Completely overhauling your coaching philosophy goes beyond just tweaking the way you approach basketball or whatever sport you’re involved in.

It’s about language, Owens said.

That’s especially difficult when those changes come more than 20 years into your coaching career.

Owens had to work daily on McKenzie’s lessons.

“It’s like anything else, if you want to change culture or change your mindset, it’s a daily battle,” Owens said.

“It’s a daily battle to fight for the right language, the right words.”

McKenzie isn’t just a glorified life coach, either.

He has compiled his experiences in sports journalism, athletic administration, teaching and management consulting to help better

the players in the Ferndale program, and the coaches who lead it.

Much of his life has been spent as a reporter. McKenzie wrote directly for Sports Illustrated for 15 years and contributed for 30 from 1973 to 2003. He’s been on staff at six different newspapers in Iowa, Alabama, Missouri and Georgia, as well as several other news outlets.

On assignment as a reporter for The Huntsville Times, McKenzie found another of his mantras that described his career path perfectly while at a flea market in Scottsboro, Alabama.

“I’m going around, you know, interviewing people, taking pictures,” McKenzie recalled. “There’s this guy sitting in the back of a pickup truck, and he’s got a big dog laying there, panting in the heat.”

The dog was for sale.

McKenzie asked the man what kind of dog it was. He replied, “what kind of dog you need? Need a hound dog? He’ll hunt. Need a coon dog? He’ll track a coon quick. Need a pet? He loves kids. What kind of dog you need?”

McKenzie laughed. That was how he viewed his utility. He’s been and done so many things that he adopted the phrase “what kind of dog you need?” to describe his skillset.

“I’ve used that line many times through my career, in various places,” McKenzie said. “It applied to feature writing, applied to various sports. I’ve been blessed and had the incredible joy to cover basically every major [sporting] event.”

He never made it to Wimbledon, McKenzie said, but he has covered ev-

erything from the Masters Tournament to the Olympics, to the Super Bowl.

On top of every industry he’d been in, McKenzie also had ambitions to be an international presenter. He once did a presentation on the child’s right to play at an international conference in Hong Kong.

“So it’s really been an amazing ride,” McKenzie said. “I mean, it’s just been, what kind of dog you need?”

McKenzie taught in the journalism departments of the University of Kansas, University of Alabama, Southern University, and in the graduate sports management department at Texas A&M University.

He was also involved directly in the athletics department at the University of Alabama for seven years.

“That’s what I use today, is all the experience I’ve gained through being around coaches all my

life,” McKenzie said. “Then apply what I know to that, which is language and how language affects your mind, and the mind is the key.”

McKenzie had coached this past season’s batch of Ferndale seniors all four years of their high school careers. It was also a team plagued by injuries and close losses that saw them begin the 2022 season 1-7.

The Golden Eagles made a miraculous comeback, finishing their season 11-12 and falling one game short of a state tournament appearance. It was an incredible comeback that took every ounce of “trusting the process,” as McKenzie preached to them every day along the way.

“This year was profoundly more teachable, coachable,” McKenzie said.

“Because they had real-life situations to apply it to, time after time.”

Owens equally reveled in the team’s success,

seeing his efforts pay off from what McKenzie had coached him on, and telling the kids to continue believing.

“Until you see it, it’s hard to believe it,” Owens said.

“Now that they have had a chance to actually see it be successful, now you’ve got something to use as a resource for all your teams going forward.”

McKenzie speaks about his career in various industries with a great sense of satisfaction.

He worked closely with

individuals at the peak of professional and collegiate athletics and now is passing that knowledge onto the younger generation and others who mentor them. Alongside all of that is deep-rooted gratification for the opportunities that have come his way.

“I was always able to genuinely, sincerely say to students, ‘I’ve never had a job,’” McKenzie said. “So, whatever I was on at any given time throughout all those years, I just felt so grateful and so excited.”

Graduation is a milestone moment.

Our local seniors have worked so hard for this achievement.

Let’s celebrate their accomplishments!

Way to Go Melanie!

We’re so proud of the young lady you’ve become and we’re sure you’ll be the best graphic designer ever!

Good luck at WCC!

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GUEST OPINION

LETTERS

Has America failed families?

Blessing Corner opens May 18

In a perfect world, there would be no unintended pregnancies. But we do not live in a perfect world.

We do not have a perfect country. What we do have is imperfect responses to complicated issues. Or worse, we don‘t address the issues at all. We have failed families and children, and we cannot afford to continue on this way.

Although both parents work full-time in almost Adri Tiesinga half of all two-parent families (BBC), we do not provide mandatory paid parental leave. Employers are required to provide twelve weeks of unpaid parental leave, but only 56% of workers are eligible for this time off (KFF). In states that offer paid parental leave, few workers with access are likely to participate in the program because the wage replacement benefits are not substantial enough to support time off (NCSL).

Additionally, America lags far behind other developed countries in regard to child care. More than half of working parents rely on child care centers, but many of these workers live in child care deserts, leaving millions of children without stable care (CAP).

Those with access to child care centers often must spend a significant portion of their income on it (New America). As a result, many working parents rely on the unpaid labor of family and friends. Those without such options make the choice to leave the workforce, which largely impacts mothers more than fathers.

We spend more on maternal health than other hospital care, but we still have one of the highest maternal mortality rates among other developed countries (Amnesty USA). Uninsured women are often at higher risk for maternal death, since they are more likely to enter a pregnancy with already poor health (Urban Institute).

Uninsured women also receive little to no prenatal care, have extensive debt following delivery, and have limited access to postpartum care — all of which contribute to the maternal mortality rate (Amnesty USA).

We idealize the notion of abstinence, but we do not provide information to help those who do not meet this expectation. America has a substantially higher teen pregnancy rate than other developed countries — not because of more sexual activity, but because teens receive lacking education about contraceptives, if they receive any at all (NCBI).

Compared to states that provide comprehensive sex education, states that do not or that strictly emphasize abstinence have higher rates of teen pregnancy (World Population Review).

Lacking sex education also leaves teens at risk for partner violence and sexual abuse, as well as poor communication in their relationships (JAH).

For future parents and existing families to thrive, we need to provide the resources and support that makes it possible for them to succeed. We need to make this a country where anyone — regardless of income, race, family structure, or employment — can have a healthy family.

-- A Class of 2015 Lynden High School graduate and a Class of 2000 graduate of Western Washington University, Adri Tiesinga is a resident of Lynden.

Editor, We are quickly approaching the six-month anniversary of November’s ravaged floods that impacted the communities of Sumas, Nooksack and Everson.

For many their lives are still in turmoil as decisions are yet to be made about the future of their homes and rebuilding.

There are so many people dealing with the wounds of the trauma they’ve experienced but I have seen firsthand how the citizens of these communities are strong and somehow will work through the challenges placed before them.

The Lions Clubs of Whatcom County and beyond would like to offer a little help.

Beginning on Wednesday, May 18 the Lions will open what we call the Blessing Corner. The Valley Community Church, at 415 Cherry St., is destroyed but somehow one corner room is still usable and the Lions will stock that room with much needed cleaning supplies and miscellaneous household items needed to move forward.

If you, a family member or friend could use some help, please stop by every Wednesday from noon-6 p.m. and Lions Club members will be there to help in this small way to demonstrate that you are not forgotten.

Galen Laird Lions Clubs International Lynden

Stakes are too high Editor, When Donald Trump was in office, he and Mitch McConnell made three lifetime appointments to the Supreme Court.

McConnell went so far as to defy Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s dying wish — that the next president appoint her replacement — by packing the Court with Amy Coney Barrett just eight days before the 2020 election.

The result? Today’s Supreme Court has been taken over by a hyperpartisan supermajority that is on the verge of dismantling abortion care in America.

But there’s something we can do. The Judiciary Act of

2021 would add four seats to the Supreme Court bench — restoring balance to the court. It’s the solution we need to move away from the extremely partisan rulings that now threaten our fundamental freedoms.

Recent polling showed that the majority of voters support expanding the court.

Congress has changed the size of the Supreme Court seven times already in our nation’s history. It’s time to do it again.

I’m urging our representatives to back this important bill now so we know they want to protect the rights of the American people.

The stakes are too high to stay quiet on this important issue.

Chelsea Mccartu Bellingham

Negative effects of dredging Editor, Over the past several months a common theme of opinion pieces and a few letters has been the use of dredging to prevent the recurrent flooding of Sumas and the surrounding area.

One thing that hasn’t been mentioned are the potential negative effects of dredging.

A quick Google search mentioned increased stream flow downstream with riverbank erosion, erosion of bridge supports, damage to farm land, reduced water quality, damage to fish habitat, and more.

Interestingly several sites indicated that at times of extreme flow, dredging did not prevent flooding.

What I gathered from this was that dredging didn’t seem to help but only caused problems for our neighbors downstream.

There were several articles that favored dredging but they were written by dredging machinery manufacturers. Interesting.

Bruce Smith Lynden

Street sweeper schedule?

Editor, In contacting the city of Lynden I was told that the street

sweeper has no set schedule as to the day of the week that they might sweep by.

Today the truck navigated around the garbage cans, even before the refuse truck showed up, and then proceeded through a new subdivision off of Northwood.

This subdivision is currently packed with lumber delivery trucks, concrete pumpers, and many worker vehicles-so they drove down the middle of the street.

We really appreciate this tax-based service, but it would be nice if the city would take the time to make a schedule (like another town does) so we could at least move our cars off the street on the planned day, and then post that schedule in the Lynden Tribune.

Ray Manthano Lynden

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OBITUARIES Larry Pollett We were greatly shocked and saddened to lose our dad/grampy/ uncle and friend, Larry on April 23.

Larry passed away in perhaps the best way possible - quickly and painlessly on a sunny golf course in Palm Springs. His wife of 61 years, Minnie passed away less than a year ago - and yet Larry continued to live life to the fullest to the very last day.

As we think of the many things we are grateful for, and what Dad taught us - we admire the wonderful life that Larry created.

Larry was the oldest in a My Three Sons family who grew up in Los Angeles. He and his brothers were lovingly considered hell on wheels.

A surfer dude who ran the Huntington Beach pier on a dare, roared around in his beloved ‘57 Corvette, and married a straightlaced Catholic school girl right out of high school.

Deciding that Southern Califor-

nia was not the place to raise their family, Larry and Minnie, along with his parents, Lloyd and Lois Pollett, moved north settling in Custer.

Larry was eager to take on new challenges - he owned a bulldozing company, learned the construction trade, had a working ranch with both horses and cows, and built a successful thoroughbred ranch from the ground up with his father.

Larry made many life-long friends along the way. Putting up hay every summer was one of the highlights for many of us.

First and foremost, Larry believed in his family. He taught all of us the values of hard work, perseverance, the importance of education and embracing the village.

Larry and Minnie had four children who each married: Lisa and Greg, Dennis and Lori, Chris and Greta, and Robin and Jeff. They have 10 grandchildren and six “littles” (great-grandchildren).

Larry and Minnie had an open-

Leigh Olson It is with a heavy heart that we announce Leigh Olson’s unexpected passing as a result of a massive brain hemorrhage and several debilitating strokes while on an early 37th anniversary vacation.

She leaves behind husband Steve Olson of Mount Vernon, WA; oldest daughter Tessa (James) Flowers of Davenport, WA; second daughter Sadie (David) of Dalles, OR; and third daughter Rachel Olson of Sedro-Woolley, WA; and a total of eight grandkids whom she dearly loved and adored, and one more on the way, whom she was eagerly waiting to meet.

Leigh is also survived by her mom, Gert Douma of Lynden; older sister, Jane (Dennis) Buys of Lynden; older brother, Scott Douma of Nooksack; and her special “go to swap meets” buddy, younger sister, Jill (Gary) VanBeek of Lynden.

Leigh was preceded in death by her dad, Dave “Gramps” Douma on May 12, 2019.

Growing up on the dairy farm north of Lynden, Leigh attended and graduated from Lynden Christian High School, class of ‘82.

Leigh also attended and grew up in Bethel Christian Reformed Church of Lynden, and at an early age, gave her life to Christ, endeavoring to live for him and serve him as she could.

Leigh and Steve were married May 3, 1985.

Before that, she was a natural and gifted swimmer, having worked as a lifeguard and swim instructor at the Lynden YMCA, and then at Bellingham Athletic Club.

When kids came on the seen, she devoted herself to being a full time mom, and as the kids got older, Leigh devoted herself to homeschooling the girls.

Leigh always kept an immaculate house as well as enjoying and maintaining many flower

Bennie D. Martin Bennie D Martin, devoted husband, loving father, lifelong educator, and a man principled in and guided by faith, passed away Thursday, May 5 at Christian Healthcare Center in Lynden from complications brought on by Alzheimer’s disease. He was 83 years old.

Bennie was born Bennie Doyle Martin in 1939 in Durant, Oklahoma to parents Otis and Lillie Martin.

The youngest of Otis and Lillie’s five children, Bennie spent his childhood in and around the Durant area, where his closest sibling, Jean, looked after, cared for, and forged a lifelong bond that remained up until Bennie’s passing, or as Jean lovingly called him bro.

After graduating from Durant High School, Bennie enlisted in the United States Army, where he was stationed in Germany, and was able to see parts of Europe vastly different from the small town of Durant. One may think this would be something Bennie could only have dreamt of as a child in Durant, but as Bennie would later describe it, “ I just went where the Army told me.”

After fulfilling his active enlisted duties, Bennie returned to

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beds throughout the years.

Leigh also had a knack for numbers and record keeping and now looking back, this has been a huge blessing to us all.

Also, Leigh was a very talented jam maker, making seemingly tons of it every year to give away during the holiday season. Many people will miss her jams.

Leigh and her family ended up at SedroWoolley Free Methodist Church, now known as North Cascades Christian Fellowship, sometime around 1996-1997.

Leigh always helped and served at the church as she could, eventually becoming a co-director, then director of the annual VBS program.

After doing that for some years, Leigh became involved with the youth Bible quizzing program, eventually leading and organizing that program for several years Early in 2001, Leigh took a part-time position at the church as a bookkeeper, and ended up working at the church ever since, most recently as office administrator.

Even though it was a job, Leigh really cherished the fact that she could work at the church, being able to help wherever she could, and developed many close and special friends along the way.

In 2016, Leigh was diagnosed with breast cancer. Going through chemotherapy and then a double mastectomy was very hard on her.

Leigh relied on the strength of the Lord and tackled it with as much dignity and grace as possible.

Just this last summer of 2021, the cancer was officially declared in remission.

Leigh has left a huge void in our lives, but we know she is in the arms of Jesus Christ now eagerly waiting to see us, and you.

There will be a memorial and celebration of life at North Cascades Christian Fellowship in Sedro-Woolley, Saturday, June 4 at 11 a.m.

Lunch will be provided.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you donate to NCCF.

Oklahoma where he enrolled at SE Oklahoma State University and continued his military service in the National Guard as a Staff Sargent.

While studying for his eventual degree in Teaching, Bennie was introduced to his future wife Patricia “Pat” Lemons on a blind date set up by his childhood friend Joe Maxey.

Two years later, with his BA in teaching and Masters in education along with Pat’s degree in teaching, Bennie and Pat were married in a small ceremony in Durant, Oklahoma.

With their nuptials fresh in hand, Bennie and Pat moved to Porum, Oklahoma for their first teaching jobs.

After then moving to Fort Smith, Arkansas for a second teaching assignment, Bennie and Pat decided on a move of a lifetime in 1968 to Anchorage, Alaska, or as Bennie would later say, “I just go where Pat tells me,” to teach high school AP English and coach various levels of boys and girls basketball.

It was there that Bennie and Pat would

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door weekly dinner forever. And then there were the holidays, the birthdays, the various celebrations. We truly enjoyed spending time with each other.

Larry had high expectations of his family, wanting the best for each of us, and tried to support and embrace each of our journeys.

From college, to countless sports, to hiking, fishing, reading, to making the rounds and checking on us, Larry was always an engaged participant in all of our lives.

Larry attended every sporting event possible and could always be counted on to vigorously cheer for his kids (and get on umpires when necessary).

Larry got great joy out of watching the next generation grow as the littles would give him great hugs and share their most recent accomplishments.

One of his great-granddaughters decided “when I grow up I want to become an ear doctor to help Grampy’s hearing aids work better.”

A significant legacy of Larry’s life are the numerous beautiful

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houses and buildings that he built throughout Whatcom and Skagit counties. He built houses for over 40 years.

The family joke was always when it was time to paint our home, it was time for dad to build a new house and move.

Larry was project manager for many public facilities as well, such as part of the remodel of the Mt. Baker Theater, a fish hatchery, salmon spawning improvements, Ferndale Food Bank and Bridgit Collins House.

Larry was also a great resource for his kids/grandkids as they became homeowners, from inspecting a newly purchased home to reviewing plans for a big remodeling project.

Larry was a valued member of the construction community, again making many life-long friends. Truly, he was a construction guy at heart. He was proud, smart, clever and a master at problem solving. He drove his big truck to the last day.

Larry was also an engaged member of his community for many years. He worked for the Ferndale School District as main-

Doug Shepard After living a life filled with love and adventure, Douglas Lloyd Shepard passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, November 15, 2021. He was 84 years old.

Family and friends tenderly hold their treasured memories of this kind, faithful, generous, and intelligent man deep in their hearts.

Doug was quite a punster who loved to laugh and make others laugh. He had a passion for fishing, hunting, camping (especially at Baker Lake), listening to music, singing and making up whimsical songs, and admiring the beauty in nature. If you ever wanted to know the name of a tree or animal, Doug could tell you. He was like an encyclopedia that way.

In his later years, Doug enjoyed

Leona Stewart Leona Stewart passed away to be with her Lord and Savior April 24.

Leona was born Oct. 29, 1942 to Leonard and Matilda Jerpbak in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

Leona married Michael Stewart in 1961. They had one daughter, Lynda D’Anna.

Leona worked many years with

stay for the next 18 years, and be reunited with Bennie’s childhood friend Joe Maxey and his wife Connie.

Bennie and Joe enjoyed the Alaskan outdoors, hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, and even bowling with their wives in a local bowling league were urban legend has it, fun was actually had in the absence of an outline or syllabus (this urban legend has not been confirmed by the author at the time of publication).

Bennie and Pat had two children during their time in Alaska, first Chad William, and later on in unexpected and surprising fashion, Gregory Alan.

In 1986, at the age of 47, Bennie retired from teaching and moved the family to Lynden where he would remain until his time of passing.

Ever the coach and teacher, Bennie coached various levels of boys basketball at Lynden Christian High School and later Blaine High School where he also coached boys and girls JV golf.

In addition to being a coach and educator, Bennie was a constant learner and was always up for meaningful conversations or debate.

Some in his family thought he would be happy to spend the entire day in a library without a second thought.

Bennie also enjoyed playing golf with his two sons and local mens group, as well as singing anywhere, and for anyone as his love of music and hymns was a lifelong passion.

Although Bennie was well educated and had seen and read about the world, a traveler he was

tenance/facility manager for many years through a significant growth period.

Larry was a long-time member and president of Whatcom North Rotary Club whose service to our community continues to be so impactful.

Larry loved to travel as well.

From cruises to Tahiti, the Mediterranean, Scandinavia and venturing to China, his Panama Canal trip is still on the books. He even scaled Machu Pichu as a 75-year-old.

Larry made a difference in our world. He made a difference in our community. Most importantly, he and Minnie created a wonderful family that he loved dearly.

He valued his friendships, from long time high school friends to his poker and golf buddies to so many dear family friends.

Larry was an amazing example of what a father/grandfather/ great-grandfather should be. He will forever hold a special place in our hearts.

A celebration of Larry’s life will be held at the Wood’s Point Club House in Ferndale on June 24 from 3-6 p.m.

growing roses and hibiscuses and feeding the birds in his backyard.

Most of all, he cherished spending time with family, pets, and friends. Doug always put his family first.

Doug is survived by his soulmate and wife of over 60 years, Anna; son, Mark; daughters, Joy and Lori; son-in-law, Dean; daughter-inlaw, Pam; grandchildren, Eric, Tim, Angela; great-grandchildren, Riley, Isla, Camila, and Jaxson; and nephews, Mike, Kevin, and Tom. Doug was an exceptionally good man. He is and will be missed.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 21 at 11 a.m. at the United Church of Ferndale, 2034 Washington St. To share your memories of Doug, please visit www.molesfarewelltributes.com.

the San Jose Police Department as a safety coordinator. Leona’s favorite hobby was riding her horse, Showboy, as well as giving her close friend Shaina Washkow horse riding lessons.

Michael Stewart, Lynda D’Anna, and Shaina Washkow all survive Leona.

Leona will be buried May 17 at the Ten Mile Cemetery.

not. This was best exemplified by Bennie getting lost from his family during Expo ‘86 in Vancouver, British Columbia in the men’s restroom. However, Bennie was ever the planner and had a prearranged meeting spot for just such an event and was reunited with his family hours later were he confidently proclaimed, “I wasn’t lost, I knew exactly where I was.”

Bennie is survived by his wife Pat, children Chad William and Gregory Alan, grandchildren Jordan Ashley, Cade Wyatt, Noah Phoenix, great-grandchild Diana Jo and his sister Jean.

Bennie was proceeded in death by his siblings Valerie, Mildred, and Weldon.

Bennie’s family would like to say a heartfelt and special thank See Obituaries: Martin on A6

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and outgoing personality, and how she cared about everyone she met.

Kailia was passionate about performing and entertained audiences across the globe with her exuberant showmanship. She is best known by many for her years of competition in the pageant circuit, and for her stunning talent as a contortionist.

Kailia’s most recent accomplishments include competing in the Miss Teen Washington pageant in February, finishing as second runner-up, and being selected

Kailia Posey Our angel, Kailia Posey, went to be with the Lord on May 2.

Kailia was born on April 19, 2006, in Las Vegas, Nevada to Marcy Gatterman.

Kailia touched the hearts of many during her short life.

Kailia is remembered for her sweet

‘Bea’ Vreugdenhil Harriet Grace “Bea” Vreugdenhil passed away on Christmas Eve, Friday, Dec. 24, 2021.

Bea was born on Nov. 28, 1927 in Lynden, Washington to parents Dick and Maggie (Oordt) Biesheuvel.

Bea attended Lynden Christian School and then Lynden High

School graduating in 1945. She graduated from St. Joseph’s Hospital Nursing School in 1948.

Jack Stadt “John P” passed away Monday, May 2 at the Christian Health Care Center at the age of 87.

He was born Feb. 26, 1935 in Lodge Pole, South Dakota to John and Winnie Stadt.

Jack graduated from Nooksack Valley High School in 1953. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1955-1959.

Casey Lankhaar Cornelius “Casey” Lankhaar, age 76, of Lynden and Sun City, Arizona, passed away Monday, Jan. 3 in Sun City after a short illness. He always had a smile and ‘hi’ for everyone he met.

Casey was born Sept. 22, 1945, in Ter Aar, The Netherlands to parents Wout

Sharon Maas Sharon Maas, age 70, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, May 9. Funeral arrangements are pending with Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Bea then entered the U.S. Army on Feb. 16, 1951 where she served in Japan and Korea.

She was discharged on Feb. 18, 1954.

On Jan. 27, 1956 she married Jake Vreugdenhil and they were married for 53 years.

Bea worked for several doctors in Lynden and then 30 years for Dr. Fred Graham in Bellingham.

Bea is survived by her children: Doug Vreugdenhil and Janice

Jack worked at Everson Implement, Northwest Transformer Service, and 27 years at Intalco Aluminum.

Jack married Helen J Pilon in July of 1961.

Jack was very handy at making things and had many hobbies.

Jack is survived by his wife of 60 years, Helen; children Mark (Sylvia) Stadt and their children Melissa, Emily (Robert) Borders, and Jessica; Bruce (Lisa) Stadt and their children Brent (Kristin), Kelby (Chelsea) and Janessa; and Karin (Paul) Ipema and their chil-

Jack Stadt

and Maartje (Angenent) Lankhaar.

At the age of 3, the family moved to the Lynden area.

He had two siblings, Tony and Alyala. Casey graduated from Ebenezer Christian School and Lynden High School.

Casey attended one year at Western Washington University. He worked with his father on the family farm.

Nancy Wesselius Our beloved mother, grandmother, and greatgrandmother Nancy Wesselius was born in Vanburen, Missouri, but grew up

to be a football cheerleader next fall at Lynden High School.

Kailia is survived by her mother Marcy (Steve) Gatterman of Lynden; father Greg Posey of Bellingham; brothers Kyle Parker (Bonnie Messenger) of Wichita, Kansas; Kai Posey, Dane Gatterman, and Davis (Faith) Gatterman of Lynden, Nick Posey of Bellingham; grandmother Donna (Michael) Schoeller of Branson, Missouri; great-grandmother Belle Rhoads of Branson, Missouri; aunts Mary (Blair) Shields of McKinney, Texas and Georgia Luz of

(Mark) Hinton, grandchildren Ian (Kristen) Hinton and Heidi Hinton and great-grandchildren Kaelyn and Jake.

Bea will be greatly missed by her sisters Ruth Likkel and Marge Postma, and sister-in-law Yvonne Biesheuvel.

She is preceded in death by her husband Jake, parents Dick and Maggie (Oordt) Biesheuvel, brother and sister-in-law Rich and Ada Biesheuvel, and brothers-in-law Rod Likkel and Doede

dren Megan (Kyle) Kamp, Leah and Derek; and three great grandchildren. Jack will be greatly missed by his sisters Gertrude Berkompas and Anna Mae (Chris) Poterack of Michigan, sister-in-law Ruth Stadt, and brother-in-law Steve Dralle.

Also in-laws Rich and Katie Bouwman, Ron and Marilyn Borger, and Gerrit and Claudette Sterk; and numerous nieces and nephews Jack was preceded in death by his parents and his wife’s parents, brother Roy, sister Sharry Stadt-Dralle, sister-in-law Anna Mae Sterk and brother-in-law

Casey married Alice Fields on July 19, 1968 and they had two children, Joel and Darryl.

Casey purchased the family dairy farm in 1971 and worked with his two sons until retirement in 2008.

He served on the Washington State Dairy Federation, Washington State Beef Commission, and Whatcom Farm Bureau.

Golfing was a great love of

in Lynden. Nancy died on May 2. Nancy is survived by her four children and their spouses, five grandchildren, and five great-grand children.

Services will be held at New Castle Cemetery May 16 at 10 a.m. in Newcastle, CA.

Branson, Missouri; and cousins Macy Luz, Landon Luz, Lola Belle Shields, and Irish Shields.

A life as amazing as Kailia’s is deserving of a special celebration. A public celebration of life will be held at North County Christ the King Church in Lynden, Washington on Saturday, May 14 at 11 a.m.

Flowers can be sent directly to the church office at 1816 18th Street, Lynden, WA 98264.

You may share memories at www.westfordfuneralhome.com.

Postma. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 14 at First Christian Reformed Church, Lynden.

There was a private family graveside service in Monumenta Cemetery the first week of January.

Memorials may be made to Lynden Christian Schools, 417 Lyncs Drive, Lynden, WA 98264.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

George Berkompas.

Visitation was Friday, May 6 at Gillies Funeral Home. Graveside service was at Monumenta Cemetery on Saturday, May 7, as was a memorial service at Nooksack Reformed Church.

Memorials may be made to Lynden Christian Schools, 417 Lyncs Drive, Lynden, WA 98264, or the Christian Health Care Center, 855 Aaron Drive, Lynden, WA 98264.

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Casey’s. He enjoyed courses in Washington and Arizona.

Casey is survived by his wife of 53 years Alice, children Joel (Michelle) and Darryl, grandchildren Madison (Jose) Cordova, and Heidi (Dalton) Hanks, brother Tony (Joyce) Lankhaar and sister Alyda (Pete) Raap.

A memorial open house at the VFW Building, 7011 Hannegan Road, will be at

Martin: continued from A5 you to all the caregivers and administrators at the Silverado Bellingham Memory Care Community and the Christian Healthcare Center in Lynden for their care of Bennie in his later stages of Alzheimer’s. Their care and support for Bennie and his family was exemplary, compassionate, and most of all, patient. A public visitation for Bennie Martin will be at Gillies Funeral Home

noon Saturday, May 14. All are welcome.

A private family interment was held in Monumenta Cemetery, Lynden.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Ebenezer Christian School or Lynden Christian Schools.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

on Wednesday, May 11 from 5-7 p.m. The Graveside Committal will be Thursday, May 12 at 1:15 p.m. at Greenwood Cemetery followed by a Memorial services at 2 p.m. at First Christian Reformed Church in Lynden with a small reception held afterwards in the church’s basement. Any donations should be made to Dementia Support Northwest at dementiasupportnw.org. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

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Organize your team of 3-8 racers and participate on Memorial Day weekend.

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To register, or for more information, visit skitosea.com.

“A Walk Back in Time” historic Lynden Cemetery tours will begin on May 21.

Tours will take place at 11 am. Saturdays on the south side of Front Street at Guide Meridian Road.

Learn about pioneer families and unique cemetery trivia.

Tours are free, no reservations needed.

Details: 360-354-3675.

Tours of Greenwood Cemetery, 605 E. Wiser Lake Road are at 1 p.m. the last Saturday of each month.

Join the Jansen Art Center for its first-ever Battle of the Bands from 7:30-9:30 p.m.

May 21.

Bands with members under 20 years old will submit their original music for consideration, then three groups will be chosen to perform live.

Attend the final concert and choose your favorite group. Deadline to enter your band is May 2. Email info@jansenartcenter.org for more information.

Jansen Art Center is at 321 Front St., Lynden. Tickets are $15 each.

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The course will meet on May 12, 19, 26, and June 2 at 1000 N. Forest St., Bellingham, from 10 a.m. until noon. Participants will get worksheets, helpful videos, and online resources.

To learn more or register, contact Cheryl Lovato Niles: 360-778-5812 or clniles@ wsu.edu.

Also visit extension.wsu.edu/whatcom/ nr/gardening-green for more information.

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It’s back and in person. Free event for food service industry and producers, Tuesday, May 24 5:30-7 p.m. at Cloud Mountain Farm Center, 6906 Goodwin Road, Everson.

Get some fresh air, enjoy some refreshments and mingle with your fellow farmers, fishers, producers, and chefs.

Ski to sea Ski to Sea is a seven-legged, 93-mile (150 km) long, multi-event competition held on the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend in Everson.

This year’s event is May 29 and it starts at 7:30 a.m. at the Mt. Baker Ski Area and

Understanding conflict training Offered quarterly, this six-hour workshop focuses on communication and conflict resolution skills applicable to home, community, and work.

Participants will learn to listen actively and assert their needs, understand their response to conflict, and to communicate effectively in high-stress situations. June 8 and June 15, 1 p.m. 4 p.m. (online/virtual).

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Giants’ Causeway Giants’ Causeway has been playing lively Irish and Scottish instrumental music together for more years than they may care to realize.

From 7:30-9:30 p.m. June 11, see them at the Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden.

Tickets are $20.

Email info@jansenartcenter.org for more information.

Tools for Tough Conversations A virtual training series for past participants of conflict training programs, Tools for Tough Conversations provides practical tips on applying conflict de-escalation and communication skills at home, work or in the community. Events@whatcomdrc.org for more information or to participate.

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Lemon Slice Superbells calibrachoa. David Vos said he likes “no-fuss color in containers and baskets that blooms well into autumn, and calibrachoa does just that.” (Courtesy photo)

Showstopping color for summer With a trailing growth Talking with a local habit, endless blooms farmer the other day about that hold up even in rainy just how far behind schedweather (thus at the top of ule he and other farmers my list this year), and nonin our area are in fieldwork stop color deep into fall, and planting this spring, calibrachoa should be on his parting comment struck everyone’s list to plant in me. summer pots.

“In my 40 years of farmWhile it’s hard to pick a ing, we’ve always gotten the favorite, I’m really drawn planting done,” he said. “We this year to Superbells just have to wait a little lonBlackcurrant Punch, a hotger some years.” magenta flower with a nearAfter a couple of years of black center, and Lemon early starts in our gardens Slice, with bright yellow and — both for flower and vegDavid Vos white striped blooms. etable gardens — this year A second plant I’ve come has tried our patience waiting for warm weather. Regardless of the to love in the last couple of years is Sunpersistent showers, now is the time to start credible sunflower, a dwarf everblooming planting flowers to enjoy through summer, type that makes a bold statement as the and here are a few of my must-haves this centerpiece of a large container or in a flowerbed. year.

This year, I’ve already talked with sevFirst on my list for containers and hanging baskets is calibrachoa, often referred to eral gardeners who are planting sunflowas “million bells” or the popular branded ers in a show of support for Ukraine, which superbells. I like no-fuss color in contain- holds the sunflower as its national flower.

Suncredible sunflowers grow to around ers and baskets that blooms well into authree feet tall and bloom through summer tumn, and calibrachoa does just that.

with four-inch-wide blooms great for cutting. Pair Suncredible with a black-leafed sweet potato vine or other foliage accent plants and let it shine in a pot all summer.

Third, another plant I was quick to fall in love with during last year’s trying summer heat was Megawatt begonia, a supersized wax begonia perfect for gardeners of any skill level.

One of my first flower recommendations for new or inexperienced gardeners is wax begonia, also called fibrous-rooted begonia.

With glossy leaves in green or bronze and flowers from spring until a hard frost, wax begonias are showy with almost no upkeep. Megawatt begonias have all the benefits of traditional wax begonias with a much larger stature, growing to two feet tall and almost as wide.

Great for sun or shade, Megawatts require only minimal water and fertilizer and put out loads of large flowers all summer — even in the over-100-degree temperatures we had last summer.

Finally, I would be remiss to not mention a new color of one of my all-time favorite summer annuals: black-eyed susan vine. In addition to yellow and shades of

orange, this heavy-blooming vine now comes in white as well, for all of you gardeners that like neutral colors.

‘Coconut A-Peel’ thunbergia will grow ten feet tall in a matter of months, with white flowers from spring until frost. Enjoy it spilling out of a hanging basket, planted in a pot next to a trellis, or growing over an arbor for color all summer.

For all the flowers you plant this summer, be sure to use fresh potting soil if your pots had any issues with bugs or disease last summer, as eggs or fungus spores can overwinter in old soil. And after planting, get on a regular schedule of fertilizing with a high-quality water-soluble fertilizer like Jack’s Classic, alternating weekly between a balanced 20-20-20 for growth and a blossom booster blend for additional flowers.

This spring, we gardeners are learning the meaning of patience as we wait for warmer, more pleasant weather. But like the farmer I talked to reminded me, nicer weather will come eventually, so let’s be ready to enjoy the abundance of color our gardens can provide all summer long.

-- David Vos is manager of Vander Giessen Nursery Inc. of Lynden.

Alyssa Boersma crowned 2022-2023 dairy ambassador Whatcom County Dairy Women hold first virtual dairy ambassador coronation, announce scholarships

By Sarah Eden Wallace For the Tribune

Alyssa Boersma hands dairy information to State Sen. Simon Sefzik at the Whatcom Farm Expo on April 23. (Photos courtesy Whatcom County Dairy

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LYNDEN — Lynden resident Alyssa Boersma was crowned 2022-2023 Dairy Ambassador at the Whatcom County Dairy Women’s 66th annual coronation, April 22.

This year’s event was the first-ever all-virtual coronation in the organization’s history At the event, the recipients of the 2022 Whatcom County Dairy Women Judy Scholten scholarships were also announced: Lynden High School students Hailey Biemold, Lydia Rodriguez and Olivia VanderVeen, and Amanda Lenssen from Lynden Christian High School.

The Dairy Ambassador spends a year representing the local dairy industry and educating the public about milk production and nutritional benefits.

Boersma said that she looks

forward “to educating myself and the public about how tirelessly dairy farmers work to provide food.

“Highlighting new and important technologies such as robots will be one of my priorities,” Boersma said.

Boersma has been engaged in dairy both through educating the public and a hands-on role. For eight years, she’s volunteered at the Small Animal Experience at the Northwest Washington Fair. Boersma was also a dairy teen leader and mentor at the Whatcom County Youth Fair. As a home-schooled student, Boersma joined

4-H in her ninth grade year and has shown dairy heifers at both the Northwest Washington Fair and the Washington State 4-H Fair.

Cheryl Lallas and Karen Steensma judged this year’s Dairy Ambassador competition. Lallas has been a Whatcom County Dairy Woman since 2013 and is currently the group’s president. Lallas is involved in 4-H through her job at WSU Whatcom County Extension, where she has worked since 1978, and her 4-H club.

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Benchmark milk jumps $1.97 from March 2021, and $13.10 above the The Agriculture Depart2011 base. ment announced the April Quarterly milk cow Federal order Class III milk replacements averaged price at $24.42 per hun$1,570 per head in April, up dredweight, up $1.97 from $190.00 from January, and March, $6.75 above April $200 above April 2021.

2021, highest Class III since Cows averaged $1440 July 2020, and 18 cents shy per head in California, up of the record high in Sept. $110 from January, and $40 2014. above a year ago. WisconFriday’s Class III futures sin’s average, at $1,710, was portended a May price at up $240 from January, and $25.01, which would be a $220 above April 2021. new record high, June at Dairy economist Bill $24.46; July at $24.10; AuBrooks of Missouri-based gust, $23.55; September, Lee Mielke Stoneheart Consulting says $23.22; October, $23; NoThe milk margin over feed vember, $22.65; and December at $22.06. If realized, the 2022 av- costs will be above the maximum covererage would be $23.02, up from $17.08 in age of $9.50 per cwt. every month in 2022 2021, and compares to USDA’s latest pre- with a range of $10.70 in December to $12.35 in April. dicted average of $22.75.

The latest Margin Watch (MW) from The four month Class III average stands at $22.04, up from $16.40 at this time a Chicago-based Commodity & Ingredient year ago, and compares to $15.84 in 2020 Hedging LLC, reports. Diesel costs are up 70% from a year ago to an all-time high of and $14.71 in 2019.

The April Class IV price set another $5.29 per gallon while natural gas prices new record at $25.31 per cwt., up 49 cents have nearly doubled since the beginning from March, and $9.89 above a year ago. of the year. Feed prices likewise remain at Its four month average is at $24.31, up very elevated levels, and slow corn plantfrom $14.14 a year ago, $14.78 in 2020, and ing progress has supported prices, $15.69 in 2019.

Fat provided the biggest pull on the The high farm milk prices are not giving May 3 Global Dairy Trade auction, which dairy producers much comfort. While the saw its fourth consecutive decline.

March All Milk Price hit a record high and The weighted average plunged 8.5%, jumped $1.20, rising feed prices and fuel, biggest drop since Aug. 4, 2015, and folparticularly diesel, and fertilizer are eating lows the 3.6% drop on April 19. up the milk returns.

Traders brought 55.5 million pounds to The USDA’s latest Ag Prices report the market, up from 48.9 million on April shows the March milk feed price ratio 19. at 2.06, down from 2.07 in February, but HighGround’s Lucas Fuess, in the May compares to 1.76 in Mar. 2021.

9 Dairy Radio Now broadcast, said FonThe U.S. All Milk Price averaged a re- terra increased its offer volumes Tuesday cord high $25.90 per cwt., up $1.20 from as it attempted to clear inventories before February, seventh consecutive increase, the start of the next new milk production season. and was $8.60 above March 2021.

All products offered again lost ground, The national average corn price jumped to $6.56 per bushel, up 46 cents led by butter, down 12.5%, following a from February, after gaining 53 cents in 3.7% dip on April 19. Anhydrous milkfat February, and was $1.67 per bushel above dropped 12.1%, after slipping 1.3%. GDT March 2021. Soybeans averaged $15.40 Cheddar was down 8.6%, following a 3.9% per bushel, up 60 cents from February, af- loss, and the powders followed.

Whole milk powder and skim milk ter shooting $1.90 higher in February, and powder were both down 6.5%, following $2.20 per bushel above March 2021.

Alfalfa hay averaged $221 per ton, up $7 respective 4.4% and 4.2% drops last time.

StoneX says the GDT 80% butterfat butfrom Feb. and $44 above a year ago.

The March cull price for beef and dairy ter price equates to $2.5698 per pound combined averaged $84.70 per cwt., up U.S., down 36.9 cents, after dropping 11 $6.80 from February, $17.60 above March cents in the last event, and compares to

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Steensma is a Whatcom County Dairy Women member and mother of past Dairy Ambassador Ellie Steensma. She is a lifelong dairy farmer in Lynden with Steensma Dairy & Creamery. For the past 35 years, Steensma has been a biology professor at Trinity Western University in British Columbia.

Whatcom County Dairy Women is a local chapter of a state non-profit association that works to educate the public about the dairy industry, support dairy farming and provide scholarships to students who are active in dairy farming.

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up 4 cents on the week, 65.25 cents above a year ago, and three cents above the blocks, as America puts cheeseburgers on the grill again. There were seven sales of block on the week and 18 of barrel.

Cheese producers continue to report logistical issues to Dairy Market News, but more on the supply side. Shortfalls included production and packaging equipment but no shortness in milk. Spot prices mid-week were around $2 under Class III. Demand remains robust, according to Midwest cheese plants, and some expect demand to remain healthy through second quarter and beyond.

Domestic cheese demand was steady to lower in the West. Contacts report that purchases have begun to slow as schools approach summer break. Retail demand is steady and food service demand is increasing, according to DMN. Export demand is strong. Cheese output is steady, as milk is available, but port congestion and a shortage of truck drivers continues to cause delays.

CME butter closed Friday at $2.64 per pound, down 3.50 cents on the week but 87 cents above a year ago, on 14 sales for the week.

Butter producers report seasonal demand slowdowns are giving them time to build inventory. The churning question among contacts is how tight butter will be by the expected seasonal upshift in demand. Cream volumes are slightly lower, according to Midwestern butter producers, as ice cream production upticks are beginning to, at least slightly, thin out the cream pool, says DMN. Demand for cream is steady in the West.

Ice cream makers are running busy schedules. Some butter makers are processing their cream internally to build inventory.

Butter production is steady, though some plants report labor shortages and delayed deliveries of production supplies continues to prevent running full schedules.

Butter demand is steady in food service, though declining at retail as higher store prices may have caused some switching to butter substitutes.

Grade A nonfat dry milk saw its close Friday at $1.74 per pound, 1.50 cents lower but 41.75 cents above a year ago, with 12 sales reported on the week.

Dry whey continued to head lower, closing the week at 58.50 cents per pound, down 2 cents, and 4.25 cents below a year ago, on 7 sales at the CME.

Alyssa Boersma new dairy ambassador Fecal pollution restricts shellfish harvest across state OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) has completed the annual water quality evaluation of the state’s commercial shellfish growing areas.

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State health officials are working with county partners, shellfish growers, and tribal governments to implement the required classification changes and to find and fix pollution problems.

Portions of the Annas Bay, (Mason County), Vaughn Bay (Pierce County), Port Susan (Snohomish County), and Henderson Inlet (Thurston County) do not meet public health standards and shellfish harvesting will be restricted.

The restrictions will be in place by August 2022.

• Driving the speed limit on the freeway might seem like a drag, but so is adding about $0.29 per gallon for every 5 miles you drive over 50 mph. Keep as close as you can to the recommended speed limit and you’ll save not only at the pump, but avoid costly tickets.

• Aggressive driving such as rapid acceleration and hard braking don’t just wear and tear your vehicle; it can lower your gas mileage anywhere from 10-40%. Taking a more relaxed approach to your commute will keep you safer and your tank fuller.

• Turn your engine off if you’re going to be parked somewhere, even if it’s just for a short time. This will cut back on unnecessary carbon emissions, and save you $0.02-$0.04 per minute. That might not sound impressive, but every penny (and bit of fuel) counts!

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CME butter which closed Friday at $2.64, 7 cents above the GDT. GDT Cheddar, at $2.5635, was down 24.2 cents after losing 13 cents last time, and compares to Friday’s CME block Cheddar at $2.35.

GDT skim milk powder averaged $1.8731 per pound, down from $1.9995, a drop of 12.6 cents. Whole milk powder averaged $1.7764 per pound, down from $1.9083, a loss of 13.2 cents. CME Grade A nonfat dry milk closed Friday at $1.74 per pound.

Nate Donnay, StoneX Director of Market Intelligence, warned in last week’s Udder Intelligence report that China’s imports in March were much lower than forecast, down 28.6% from 2021, and when the largest buyer in the world is down 2030%, we have a significant global demand problem.

Thankfully, this week’s GDT saw a bit of an uptick from China, according to StoneX. The slowdown came from the Middle East. We don’t know if that was related to Ramadan or if there is something else driving the weaker demand.

The global market is vital for U.S. farmers and processors and March provided confirmation. Cheese exports totaled a record 91.9 million pounds, up 12.9% from March 2021. HighGround Dairy points out that volume was driven by product moving to Mexico, up 26%, and the second largest monthly figure on record.

Butter exports totaled 13.5 million pounds, up 47.4%, highest since April 2014, thanks to Canada which imported a record amount for the month, up 26%.

Nonfat dry milk shipments totaled 176.7 million pounds, down 7.4%, but was measured against a strong year in 2021. Exports were the highest of any month since June 2021, according to HGD, but a 98% decline in product moving to Egypt, negatively impacted the total.

Powder moving to Mexico improved from the prior year and recent months, reaching the highest monthly volume since August 2021, up 9%, according to HGD. Dry whey totaled 43.3 million pounds, down 17.9% and down 23.2% year to date. Even as the U.S. experiences a baby formula shortage, CME dairy prices saw little reaction to Tuesday’s GDT fall or the Dairy Products report, buoyed perhaps by the strong export data.

The Cheddar blocks closed Friday at $2.35 per pound, down 2 cents on the week but 60.25 cents above a year ago.

The barrels saw a Friday finish at $2.38,

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1A/2A BASEBALL

Lions best Lyncs in rivalry game to cap off season Lynden baseball defeats Lynden Christian 10-4 ahead of district tournaments

By Connor J. Benintendi connor@lyndentribune.com

LYNDEN – League and overall records go right out the window whenever Lynden and Lynden Christian meet, in any sport.

The in-town rivalry that is fueled by plenty of talent and state champions in multiple athletics always increases the intrigue whenever any Lyncs and Lions team shares a field.

“You can’t script any of the games that are rivalry games,” said Lynden head coach Cory White. “We’ve had some really good games with those guys over the years. They’re jacked up to play us, we’re jacked up to play them.”

Lynden has stood at or near the top of the Northwest Conference standings for much of the season. LC, while talented in many places, has sat just above the midline while holding at the top of the league’s 1A schools.

Each earning top seeds in their respective district tournaments, this game was for the city of Lynden.

Early lead, early deficit The Lyncs began the game exactly See RIVALRY on B2

Lynden seniors Case Zweegman (No. 25) and Isaac VanderVeen celebrate after the final out in the Lions’ 10-4 win over Lynden Christian on Tuesday, May 3. (Connor J. Benintendi/Lynden Tribune)

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Area teams dispersed across four meets

By Connor J. Benintendi connor@lyndentribune.com

BELLINGHAM – The opening double-headers of the 1A District 1/2 baseball tournament have come and gone for the first time since 2019.

One of two area teams in the mix survived, while another had their season come to an end. Meridian went 1-1 on the day and now needs one more win to secure a regionals berth.

Lynden Christian struggled in both games, seeing their season cut short after two straight losses.

The Trojans, the No. 3 seed entering the tournament, will play No. 8 South Whidbey on Saturday, May 14, at Joe Martin Field with the winner advancing to the third/fourth place district game. The first pitch is at 1 p.m.

Here’s a recap of Saturday’s 1A district baseball action.

1A District 1/2 quarterfinals: No. 6 Overlake 4, No. 3 Meridian 2 The Trojans started the way they wanted to, picking up an early lead.

Meridian beamed four hits in the bottom of the third inning alone. Before then, neither team was able to connect on much of anything.

They, however, were only able to convert one score off the streak, with junior Tyrel Brooks getting the day started for the Trojans. Overlake tied the game up in the top of the fourth on an RBI double and secured the lead soon after on an RBI single.

Both teams grew quiet offensively.

Meridian freshman Jonah Aase and senior Bryce Johnson picked up hits in the meantime, but the Trojans were unable to round the bases. Johnson also held it down on the mound, striking out six Overlake batters in the game.

“They had some good 3-4 hitters, and 5 hitters, they were all barreling balls pretty well,” Johnson said. “I mixed in a lot more curveballs, start-

Lynden Christian’s Tabby DeJong during the shot put event at their tri-meet versus Mount Baker and Squalicum on Wednesday, May 4. (Dennis Cairns Photography for the Tribune)

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Wednesday, May 4 Meridian’s Bryce Johnson steps into a pitch in the Trojans’ 4-2 loss to Overlake on Saturday, May 7, in the opening round of the 1A District 1/2 tournament at Sehome High School. (Connor J. Benintendi/ Lynden Tribune)

ing them off more.”

A potent sixth inning saw Johnson and freshman Jaeger Fyfe each record hits, with an Overlake error allowing Johnson to get home. The Trojans were back in it.

With two down, however, the next Meridian batter was struck out, and it was time for the final frame.

Overlake extended their lead back to two in the top of the seventh. Me-

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ridian had one final shot to get back in it. Aase doubled, and the following Trojan batter struck out.

Senior Daniel Short stepped up to the plate, drilling one to deep centerfield that nearly had enough heat behind it to sail over the outfielder’s head. The Overlake defender made the play, and it was over.

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LC got hits from sophomore Brody Bouwman, junior Isaac Paxton, freshman Austin Engels and sophomore Luke Moorlag, who capped off the four-run inning with a double that scored the latter two.

When against the typically hot bats of the Lions, it was an immediate recipe for success. A few more innings like their first could have won the Lyncs the game.

“We’ve come back from four down in the past,” White said. “We were just trying to chip away, get one maybe two, we end up getting more than that … It was a situation we’d been in before and had worked ourselves out of it.”

Instead, in the bottom of the first, Lynden put forth a perfect response. The Lions racked up six hits in the inning, driven by seniors Ryan Kleindel, Duke Ohligschlager, Case Zweegman, Isaac VanderVeen as well as junior Coston “Bubba” Parcher and junior Campbell Nolte.

“It’s a rivalry game, we know we’ve got to win it,” said Lynden junior Kaedan Hermanutz. “We’re down 0-4, but we know that our guys can go hit so we got some runs right back and got right back in the game.”

As quickly as Lynden was in a four-run deficit, they had brought the game back even.

“That’s a really good team over there,” said LC head coach Noah Rawls. “They executed well, they put down bunts in big situations and they took bags when they were available.”

The turning point Bats went quiet until the fourth. Lynden picked it back up in the bottom of the inning, drilling three hits but only getting one score out of it.

The Lions had their first lead of the game.

Hermanutz struck out three of four batters in the top of the sixth — totaling six on the day — and the Lions were back on the plate.

“He did a nice job, I think he threw a little more pitches than we wanted because he was deep in the count a lot,” White said of Hermanutz. “He got us to a spot where we could win, and then Lincoln’s role for us the last four or five games has been coming in and getting that shutdown, whether it’s one or two innings.”

Hermanutz stayed the course the remainder of the game, making contact tough

for Lyncs batters and keeping the momentum on the Lions’ side. Lynden picked up another run early in the bottom of the sixth, as a Parcher bunt got him all the way to second base and scored junior Kobe Baar.

A wild remainder of the inning saw four more Lynden batters round the bases, giving them the 10-4 lead that would be too much for the Lyncs to surmount.

Zweegman was among the batters contributing to the Lions’ late run, as the senior leader said it was all about trusting the rest of his team.

“I could have done a lot better at the plate, popping out, and a little weak ground ball don’t help,” Zweegman said. “The biggest thing is just trusting the guy in front of you and behind you to do the job, trusting the guys around you to do the job, and that’s what gave me the ability to make the plays right in front of me.”

Nevertheless, the Lions got the win.

Conference champions, and a No. 1 seed With the win, Lynden finished their season 13-2 in conference play (17-4 overall) and secured the top spot in the NWC. They defeated Cedarcrest 10-0 on Saturday, May 7 to open up their postseason.

“Our kids wanted to win today because if we won today, it gave them the outright league championship,” White said. “That’s a big deal in a 15-team conference.”

Zweegman said the conference’s tough competition has helped them prepare for the rivalry game, their early deficit and the postseason.

“Having a really good conference helps,” Zweegman said. “I think it’s just having the great competition in the Northwest Conference that gives us the ability to bounce back, and I think the level our coaches hold us to, and this town holds us to – we stick together, we bond together, and we play together.”

The Lyncs, finished their season 8-7 in league play (10-9 overall) were the No. 1 seed in the 1A District 1/2 tournament that began on Saturday, May 7. LC’s season came to an end after back-to-back losses.

Before those game, Rawls said Tuesday’s loss allows the team to build on what they need to improve in preparation for the postseason.

“We’re going to assess where we saw some things we could work on,” he said. “Breaking down, kind of getting guys one-on-one time, small group, work on scenarios and finetuning small things and I think that’ll go a long way, especially for this weekend.”

Lynden’s Kaedan Hermanutz winds up for a pitch in the Lions’ 10-4 win over Lynden Christian on Tuesday, May 3 (TOP). Lynden Christian’s Brody Bouwman returns to the dugout after a first-inning score. (Connor J. Benintendi/Lynden Tribune)

Track: Teams approaching postseason play Wednesday Continued from B1

Girls: 400 meters: Ellie Ochoa (1:02.35)* 1600 meters: Katie Manly (5:42.18) 3200 meters: Katie Manly (12:21.33) 4x200 relay: Ellie Ochoa, Maya Headrick, Malia Finkbonner, Christine Broselle (1:53.26) Javelin – 600g: Maleah Singson (98 feet, 4 inches)* High jump: T-1st, Tia Gilday (4 feet, 6 inches); T-1st, Julia Chao (4 feet, 6 inches)*

Mount Baker, Squalicum at Lynden Christian First-place finishers (Lynden Christian) * indicates new personal record Boys: 800 meters: Andrew Luce (1:56.66)* 3200 meters: Andrew Luce (10:16.76) 110-meter hurdles – 39-inch: Tristan Brink (:17.82) 300-meter hurdles – 36-inch: Tristan Brink (:43.22) 4x100 relay: Carson Kruyswijk, James Dick, Tyson Bajema, Tristan Brink (:48.20) Pole vault: Johnny Bouma (10 feet, 6 inches) Girls: 100 meters: Alissa VanderHaak (:13.32)* 800 meters: Katrina Luce (2:31.47)* 1600 meters: Maya Ewing (5:34.99) 100-meter hurdles – 33-inch: Avery Vanweerdhuizen (:16.87)*

300-meter hurdles – 30-inch: Avery Vanweerdhuizen (:50.65)* 4x100 relay: Josie Hendricks, Sierra Kruyswijk, Alissa VanderHaak, Avery Vanweerdhuizen (:53.20) 4x200 relay: Kenna Van Dalen, Lilly VanHofwegen, Josie Hendricks, Sierra Kruyswijk (1:56.54) Shot put – 4 kg: Tabby DeJong (30 feet, 10 inches) Discus – 1kg: Eva Rasmussen (90 feet, 4 inches) Javelin – 600g: Tessa Hollander (104 feet, 3 inches) Pole vault: T-1st, Paige Corkill (8 feet, 0 inches)*; T-1st, Ryleigh Schmitt (8 feet, 0 inches) Long jump: Alina Veltkamp (15 feet, 3 inches) Triple jump: Alina Veltkamp (31 feet, 1.50 inches) First-place finishers (Mount Baker) * indicates new personal record

First-place finishers (Nooksack Valley) * indicates new personal record Boys: Shot put – 12-lb: Cian Coppinger (47 feet, 2.50 inches) High jump: Dawson Kimball (5 feet, 6 inches) Long jump: Joseph Brown (20 feet, 2 inches)* Girls: 200 meters: Kate Desilets (:27.85) 4x100 relay: Faith Bartl, Kate Shintafer, Tehya Moore, Kate Desilets (:52.99) 4x200 relay: Faith Bartl, Kate Shintafer, Tehya Moore, Kate Desilets (1:52.71) Javelin – 600g: Kate Shintafer (100 feet, 3 inches) Triple jump: Tehya Moore (34 feet, 9 inches) First-place finishers (Meridian) * indicates new personal record

Boys: Shot put – 12-lb: Davin Beason (47 feet, 9 inches) Javelin – 800g: Davin Beason (150 feet, 1 inch) High jump: Landon Smith (5 feet, 10 inches) Girls: 400 meters: Erica Cook (1:07.79)* High jump: Trinity Anderson (5 feet, 2 inches)

Nooksack Valley, Blaine, SedroWoolley at Meridian

Boys: 100 meters: Jase Klinkhammer (:11.53) 200 meters: Luke Aument (:23.97) 1600 meters: Gary Rempp (4:46.24)* 110-meter hurdles – 39-inch: Jordan Hallmark (:15.99)* 300-meter hurdles – 36-inch: Jordan Hallmark (:43.87)* 4x100 relay: Josh Elmer, Jase Klinkhammer, Dane Beishline, Luke Aument (:45.32) 4x400 relay: Luke Aument, Caleb Young, Dane Beishline, Jase Klinkhammer (3:37.52) Pole vault: Willem Nichols (10 feet, 6 inches)

Girls: 3200 meters: Kayla Aalpoel (10:58.91)* 4x400 relay: Morgan Adams, Jerisa Sandlund, Erica Stotts, Sofia Brooks (4:27.66) Long jump: Erica Stotts (15 feet, 9 inches)* Thursday, May 5

Lynden, Lakewood at BurlingtonEdison First-place finishers (Lynden) * indicates new personal record Boys: 200 meters: Nicholas Briscoe (:23.8)* 400 meters: Nicholas Briscoe (:54.86)* 800 meters: Vincent Medina (2:15.7) 3200 meters: Gage Ellis (10:10.2)* 110-meter hurdles – 39-inch: Joel Bode (:15.90)* 300-meter hurdles – 36-inch: Daniel Mrak (:48.29)* 4x400 relay: Porter Wilhite, Joel Bode, Jesse Stewart, Nicholas Briscoe (3:38.1) High jump: Porter Wilhite (5 feet, 8 inches) Girls: 100 meters: Maliah Mitchell (:13.56) 200 meters: Ella Frerichs (:27.0)* 800 meters: Emmanuelle Kroontje (2:27.9) 4x100 relay: Maliah Mitchell, Faith VanBrocklin, Eve Ellis, Kiki York (:53.33) 4x200 relay: Kiki York, Emmanuelle Kroontje, Maliah Mitchell, Ella Frerichs (1:50.66) 4x400 relay: Kiki York, Faith VanBrocklin, Anja Lovegren, Ella Frerichs (4:18.7)

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1A Districts: Trojans battle back in game two Continued from B1

1A District 1/2 quarterfinals: No. 8 South Whidbey 3, No. 1 Lynden Christian 0 As the tournament’s top seed, the Lyncs had a target on their back.

Lynden Christian was never able to get going in their opening district contest against South Whidbey. With junior Lane Dykstra on the mound, the defense wasn’t the issue for LC. The Lyncs’ offense couldn’t find their rhythm. They had just 3 hits in the game, all singles and they never got a runner beyond second base.

South Whidbey took a 2-0 lead in the top of the second. Strong pitching from the No. 8 seed kept LC’s batters in the dugout most of the game.

“Their guy did a great job, he pitched the umpire’s zone,” said Lyncs’ head coach Noah Rawls. “He threw a good slider outside, we didn’t adjust to it, so props to that guy.”

Dykstra managed to strike out five South Whidbey batters, but he could only keep them at bay so long. Two of LC’s hits were in the bottom of the sixth as they already trailed 3-0.

It was a disappointing result for the Lyncs, but Rawls remained optimistic postgame. LC was ready to play for their season with clear heads.

1A District 1/2 consolation round one: No. 3 Meridian 7, No. 9 King’s 0 Following their loss to Overlake, Johnson made it clear that the Trojans planned to come out with confidence on the plate against King’s.

As a result, Meridian took a quick 4-0 lead in the top of the first inning.

Aase and sophomore Ian Forbes walked on the first two at-bats, and Johnson picked up a single two batters later. Junior Hunter Jones connected on an RBI single that score the initial two.

A King’s error allowed Johnson and Jones to get home two batters later, and the Trojans’ dream start was underway.

Their efficiency continued into the second, picking up two more runs to extend the lead to 6-0. Aase was on the mound for Meridian, striking out six batters en route to picking up the win.

Meridian head coach Steve Slesk said the Trojans’ pitchers create the largest mismatch for other teams since they’re both so talented.

“The second half of the season our freshman, Jonah [Aase] has given us a better chance to win,” Slesk said. “He’s a pure pitcher, and Bryce [Johnson] has got a really good arm. He’s a great athlete.”

King’s couldn’t connect on anything, allowing Meridian to extend their lead to seven in the top of the fifth. The Trojans didn’t have to work too hard from there to cruise into a win and an extra week of baseball.

“Since I’ve been here we’ve been to the final four three or four times,” Slesk said. “To get there you have to win doubleheaders.

You have to win doubleheaders. We want to get the one next week, and then we move on to a regional, and it’s just about winning a double-header.”

LEGAL CITY OF FERNDALE INVITATION TO BID WHISKEY CREEK BURIED STRUCTURE PROCUREMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN BY THE CITY OF FERNDALE, WA that sealed bids will be received by the City of Ferndale at Ferndale City Hall, 2095 Main Street, Ferndale, Washington, 98248, until 2:00 PM, Wednesday May 25, 2022, The opening and reading of the bids will then be live streamed via Microsoft Teams. This contract calls for the purchase, supply and delivery of a precast reinforced concrete buried structure for Whiskey Creek.

To view the full invitation to bid, please go to: https://www.cityofferndale.org/public-works-department/capital-projects/malloy-avenue-whiskey-creek-culvert-replacement-project/ Susan Duncan City Clerk - City of Ferndale Published May 4 & 11, 2022

LEGAL NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND NOTICE OF INTENT TO ISSUE A DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE The City of Ferndale has received application(s) from the applicant referenced below for a proposed zoning map amendment within the city limits. Based on review of the materials submitted, the development applications have been determined to be complete. The City has received and reviewed a SEPA checklist for probable adverse environmental impacts associated with the proposed project and expects to issue a Determination of Non-Significance (DNS) for this project.

Pursuant to Title14 of the Ferndale Municipal Code the following notice is provided to inform the community of the City’s receipt of the development applications.

The public and affected agencies are invited to comment on the environmental impacts of the proposed project and receive copies of the subsequent Threshold Determination (the DNS), if requested.

This may be the only opportunity to comment on the environmental impacts of the proposal.

APPLICANT: J.P. Slagle, Freeland and Associates Inc. APPLICATION NUMBERS: 21001-SE, 21001-REZ DATE OF APPLICATION: November 15, 2021 PROJECT LOCATION: 5440 Barrett Road, Ferndale, WA Parcel number: 3902281742130000 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant requests the zoning be changed from Mixed Use Commercial (MXD) to General Business (GB). The proposed zoning is consistent with the existing comprehensive plan land use designation of Commercial.

The applicant further requests approval to utilize up to 2.5 acres to develop self-storage uses on the property. The applicant is proposing to construct several storage buildings; a 15,263 square foot storage building, a 2,500 square foot, storage building, a 2,400 square foot storage building, and a 1,600 square foot storage building.

Up to 1.8 acres of the site will be paved to allow for parking, vehicle storage, and access.

REQUESTED ACTION(S): The applicant requests a SEPA Determination from the City of Ferndale.

THE CITY INTENDS TO ISSUE A: Determination of Non-Significance PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD: May 11, 2022 – May 25, 2022

about his team postgame.

“I’m just proud of these guys,” Rawls said.

“They were awesome, it was a great group to be a part of. They’re competitors, you can see right now these guys are torn up that it’s over.”

VanHofwegen, the team’s lone senior, was emotional after the game. He said pitching the first innings of his career during this season may be the most memorable moment for him.

“My favorite moments were pitching and just playing with all my friends, making new friends,” he said. “I didn’t get to play with my friends in my grade [this year] because I’ve got none so I made these boys my friends, and now they’re my family.”

As the sophomore-heavy team rolls into the offseason, Rawls is excited for the future of Lyncs baseball.

“I’m excited for where we’re going with this program and the direction that we’re going,” Rawls said. “I think there’s a lot of good things to come.”

Lynden Christian’s lone senior Joseph VanHofwegen is embraced by his team following the Lyncs’ 13-3 loss to Blaine in the first consolation round of the 1A District 1/2 tournament on Saturday, May 7, at Sehome High School. (Connor J.

1A District 1/2 consolation round one: No. 5 Blaine 13, No. 1 Lynden Christian 3 By the top of the fourth inning, it wasn’t looking good for the Lyncs.

LC trailed Blaine 8-0, looking for a spark of any sort to try and save their season. Simi-

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lar to their first game of the day, they just couldn’t seem to get into a rhythm offensively. Some minor errors in the field made it difficult to keep a streaking Borderites squad off the bases. The Lyncs accrued just two hits through the first four innings.

Blaine extended their lead to 12-0 in the top of the fifth, as they tried to put the game away. LC responded, racking up hits from three of four batters in the bottom of the inning and scoring sophomore Treven Blair on an RBI single from Dykstra.

Junior Isaac Paxton stepped up two batters later, beaming a double to get senior Joseph VanHofwegen and sophomore Jonah Terpstra home. The Lyncs bought themselves a sixth inning.

LC ended on that high note, as Blaine reextended the lead to 10 in the top of the sixth.

After a scoreless bottom of the inning, the Lyncs’ season was over.

It was Rawls’ first-ever season as a head coach after taking over for Dan VanderKooi, and he had nothing but positive things to say

CONTACT: Michael Cerbone, Community Development Director michaelcerbone@cit yofferndale. org P.O. Box 936 Ferndale, WA 98248 (360) 685-2367 Required permits and approvals include, but may not be limited to: 1. SEPA Threshold Determination, City of Ferndale 2. City of Ferndale Planning Commission recommendation 3. Ferndale City Council Approval 4. Site Plan Review/Approval 5. Land Disturbance Permit 6. Building Permit The lead agency for this proposal has determined that the project does not have a probable adverse impact on the environment.

EARTH: During construction, the contractor will install all appropriate measures and Best Management Practices (BMPs) will be in place to prevent erosion as required by the City of Ferndale, including mechanisms such as silt fences and straw waddles that are designed to capture sediment. Compliance with the City’s Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) for soil stabilization is required.

AIR: Erosion and sediment control best management practices will be used during construction. Spraying the disturbed soil with water will limit the amount of dust. Idling of work vehicles will be reduced or eliminated, dump trucks will be covered, and regular inspection of vehicles will be performed.

WATER: The contractor will implement Temporary Erosion and Sediment Controls (TESC) and Best Management Practices (BMP) and construct an engineered storm water management system designed to meet current Department of Ecology manual requirements.

Stormwater will be treated according to current standards in the current edition of the DOE Stormwater Management Manual for Western Washington and the Highway Runoff Manual.

The applicant will comply with all applicable City, Corps and Ecology regulations.

Any wetland/critical area work must comply with the City’s Critical Areas Ordinance.

ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES All buildings shall meet Washington State Energy Code requirements.

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH: Construction will be limited to the legal working hours for construction as stated in the Ferndale Municipal Code. Generally, working hours will occur between 7am to 10pm.

Any potential spills during construction activities and subsequent daily use will be addressed immediately in accordance with City of Ferndale and Washington State Department of Ecology standards and requirements.

Any hazardous materials onsite during construction or as part of subsequent daily use must be stored in accordance with adopted State and local regulations.

Construction equipment will be closely monitored when onsite to identify any possible leaks.

PLANTS: Landscaping improvements will conform to City of Ferndale standards.

ANIMALS: Preserve existing vegetation by limiting clearing to areas necessary for construction.

LAND USE AND SHORELINE: The project is compatible with the existing land use classification.

TRANSPORTATION: Payment of traffic impact fees shall be paid pursuant to building permit approval and subject to the most recent TIF rate. The access road will be constructed to City standard. A traffic impact analysis shall be reviewed and approved by the City.

PUBLIC SERVICES: Water, sewer,

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and stormwater infrastructure will be constructed to city standards; payment of water and sewer connection fees are owed.

LIGHT AND GLARE: Outdoor lights will be directed downward.

PUBLIC SAFETY: Provision of fire protection infrastructure per Fire District Requirements; traffic control during construction shall be coordinated between the applicant, Ferndale Public Works Department, and the Ferndale Police Department.

CULTURAL RESOURCES: Inadvertent Discovery of Archaeological Resources: Should archaeological resources (e.g. shell midden, animal remains, stone tools) be observed during project activities, all work in the immediate vicinity should stop, and the area should be secured. The Washington State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (Stephanie Jolivette, Local Government Archaeologist 360586-3088) and the Lummi Nation Tribal Historic Preservation Office (Lena Tso, THPO 360-312-2257; Tamela Smart, Deputy THPO 360312-2253) should be contacted immediately in order to help assess the situation and to determine how to preserve the resource(s). Compliance with all applicable laws pertaining to archaeological resources is required.

Inadvertent Discovery of Human Skeletal Remains on Non-Federal and Non-Tribal Land in the State of Washington (RCWs 68.50.645, 27.44.055, and 68.60.055) “If ground disturbing activities encounter human skeletal remains during the course of construction, then all activity will cease that may cause further disturbance to those remains. The area of the find will be secured and protected from further disturbance until the State provides notice to proceed. The finding of human skeletal remains will be reported to the county medical examiner/coroner and local law enforcement in the most expeditious manner possible. The remains will not be touched, moved, or further disturbed. The county medical examiner/coroner will assume jurisdiction over the human skeletal remains and make a determination of whether those remains are forensic or non-forensic. If the county medical examiner/coroner determines the remains are non-forensic, then they will report that finding to the Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) who will then take jurisdiction over the remains. The DAHP will notify any appropriate cemeteries and all affected tribes of the find. The State Physical Anthropologist will make a determination of whether the remains are Indian or Non-Indian and report that finding to any appropriate cemeteries and the affected tribes. The DAHP will then handle all consultation with the affected parties as to the future preservation, excavation, and disposition of the remains” (DAHP).

Published May 11, 2022

Lynden LEGAL SOLICITATION FOR BIDS CITY OF LYNDEN PUMP STATION #17 Solicitation of Bids: City of Lynden (City), hereinafter referred to as Owner, will receive sealed bids to construct Pump Station #17 as included in the contract documents until 10:00 a.m. Pacific Standard Time, May 31, 2022 at the office of the Owner located at 300 4th St. Lynden, Washington, 98264, 2nd floor, at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read.

Project Description: The project herein consists of extending the Owner’s sewer system and includes but is not limited to the

installation of a duplex submersible sewage pump station, approximately 1,000 linear feet of force main, approximately 1,195 linear feet of gravity sewer, 471 linear feet of water force main, Owner-furnished standby generator and control panel, surface restoration, HMA paving, and water service as identified on the Contract Documents.

The Contractor shall familiarize themselves with the shoring and dewatering recommendations in the project’s Geotechnical Report included in Appendix B. Contractor will perform all work, furnish all labor, materials, tools, equipment, transportation, supplies, supervision, permits, organization and other items of work and cost necessary to complete the project.

All work will be in accordance with the Contract Documents, these Contract Provisions, and the Standard Specifications.

All work shall be physically complete within 180 working days of receiving a Notice to Proceed. The Owner reserves the right to accept a proposal of the lowest responsible bidder, reject any or all bids, and to waive irregularities in the bid or in the bidding.

Each bid shall be made out on a bid form contained in the Contract Documents.

Bidders are required to examine thoroughly the bid instructions, the form of Contract, and Contract Documents. If there is doubt or uncertainty as to the meaning of same, bidders shall ask the Engineer for an explanation before submitting their proposal and /or accepting their Contract.

Each bid shall be accompanied by a Bid Bond, Cashiers Check or Certified Check, made payable to the Owner as indicated in the Instructions to Bidders.

The bids may not be withdrawn for 60 days after the day of bid opening.

Free-of-charge access to project bid documents (plans, specifications, addenda, and Bidders List) is provided to Prime Bidders, Subcontractors, and Vendors by going to www.bxwa.com and clicking on “Posted Projects”, “Public Works”, and “City of Lynden”. This online plan room provides Bidders with fully usable online documents with the ability to: download, view, print, order full/partial plan sets from numerous reprographic sources, and a free online digitizer/takeoff tool.

It is recommended that Bidders “Register” in order to receive automatic e-mail notification of future addenda and to place themselves on the “Self-Registered Bidders List”. Bidders that do not register will not be automatically notified of addenda and will need to periodically check the on-line plan room for addenda issued on this project. Contact Builders Exchange of Washington at (425) 258-1303 shall you require assistance with access or registration. Bid documents can also be obtained on the City of Lynden’s website beginning May 11, 2022 at www.lyndenwa. org/public-works/pw-projects/public-works-projects/.

Contractors who download plans and specifications from the City website are advised to notify Heather Sytsma via email at sytsmah@lyndenwa. org to be added to the plan holders list to receive any addenda that may be issued.

A non-mandatory pre-bid site visit is scheduled for 10:00 a.m., May 19, 2022 near the intersection of Bay-Lyn Drive and Guide Meridian Road, Lynden, WA 98264.

For technical information, please contact Greg Mockos, P.E., Project Manager at (206) 707 6847.

The deadline to submit contractor questions is by close of business May 24, 2022.

Date of Publication in the Lynden Tribune May 11, 2022 and May 18, 2022.

STEVE BANHAM, P.E. – PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR CITY OF LYNDEN Published May 11 & 18, 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-21-893166-SW Title Order No.: 02-21010574 Reference Number of Deed of Trust: Instrument No. 2080200652, Book XX, Page XX Parcel Number(s): 3803060674180000 Grantor(s) for Recording Purposes under RCW 65.04.015: BRUCE G. VERKIST*, AN UNMARRIED MAN *HTTA BRUCE VERKIST Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust and Grantee (for Recording Purposes under RCW 65.04.015): Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr. Cooper Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: Quality Loan Service Corporation of Washington Current Loan Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr. Cooper I.NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, the undersigned Trustee, will on 6/10/2022, 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: THE SOUTH 300 FEET OF THE WEST 145 FEET OF LOT 14, ELDRIDGE AND KLINE’S GARDEN ADDITION TO THE CITY OF WHATCOM, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN VOLUME 5 OF PLATS, PAGE(S) 30, RECORDS OF WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON More commonly known as: 156 KLINE ROAD, BELLINGHAM, WA 98226 Subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 1/24/2008, recorded 2/6/2008, under Instrument No. 2080200652, records of WHATCOM County, Washington, from BRUCE G. VERKIST*, AN UNMARRIED MAN *HTTA BRUCE VERKIST, as grantor(s), to STEWART TITLE , as original trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (MERS) AS NOMINEE FOR KEYBANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS , as original beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was subsequently assigned to Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr. Cooper, the Beneficiary, under an assignment recorded under Auditors File Number 2130602626 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: $21,759.98. IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $118,815.91, together with interest as provided in the Note from 9/1/2019 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 6/10/2022. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 5/30/2022 (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 5/30/2022 (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 5/30/2022 (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 9/27/2021. 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

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LEGALS Continued from B3 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: Tollfree: 1-877-894-HOME (1-877-8944663) or Web site: http://www. df i.wa.gov/consumers/homeownership/post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure.htm The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Tollfree: 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?webListAction=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-21893166-SW. Dated: 1/27/2022 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: WA21-893166-SW Sale Line: 800-2802832 or Login to: http://wa.qualityloan.com IDSPub #0176508 5/11/2022 6/1/2022 Published May 11 & June 1, 2022

Probate 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 JOAN T. COSTELLO, Deceased.

NO. 22-4-00414-37 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

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 April 27, 2022 PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE John E. Costello 651 Moji Lane NW Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 Attorney for Personal Representative: Erin Mae Glass, WSBA #39746 Barron Smith Daugert, PLLC 300 North Commercial St. Bellingham, WA 98225

In the Matter of the Estate of MAXINE E. REYNOLDS, Deceased.

Cause No. 22-4-00391-37 Judge: Robert E. Olson 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: April 27, 2022 Personal Representative: SEAN T. REYNOLDS Address for Mailing or Service: c/o Attorney for Personal Representative: Erin Glass, Barron Smith Daugert, PLLC, 300 N. Commercial St., Bellingham, WA 98225; Phone: 360-733-0212

Published April 27 & May 4, 11, 2022

LEGAL IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR WHATCOM COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of SARA SULERI GOODYEAR, Deceased.

Cause No. 22-4-00417-37 Judge: ROBERT E. OLSON 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: APRIL 27, 2022 Personal Representative: TILLAT KHALID Address for Mailing or Service: C/O Attorney for Personal Representative: Erin Mae Glass, WSBA #39746, Barron Smith Daugert, PLLC, 300 N. Commercial St., Bellingham, WA 98225; Phone: 360-733-0212

sonal Representative Attorney for Estate: James E. Britain, WSBA# 6456 Barron Smith Daugert PLLC 300 N. Commercial St. Bellingham, WA 98225 (360) 733-0212 Published May 4, 11 & 18, 2022

LEGAL IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR WHATCOM COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of Bruce Alvin Swanson, deceased Case No. 22-4-000408-37 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070, by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed this notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1) (c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of this 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: May 4, 2022 Craig MacDonald and Kami Alexander, Co-Personal Representatives Attorney for Estate: James E. Britain, WSBA# 6456 Barron Smith Daugert PLLC 300 N. Commercial St. Bellingham, WA 98225 (360) 733-0212

Published April 27 & May 4, 11, 2022

LEGAL IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR WHATCOM COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of Alpha A. Kindlund, deceased Case No. 22-4-000439-37 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070, by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or the personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed this notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1) (c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of this 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: May 4, 2022 Julianna Kindlund-Carpenter, Per-

Published April 27 & May 4, 11, 2022

LEGAL IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR WHATCOM COUNTY

Published May 4, 11 & 18, 2022

LEGAL IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF WHATCOM In Re the Estate of MARY J. HORTON, Deceased.

NO. 22-4-00464-37 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 JUDGE: EVAN P. JONES 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 May 11, 2022 PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Richard L. Finis 10350 W. Petearana Boise, ID 83704 Attorney for Personal Representative: Erin Mae Glass, WSBA #39746 Barron Smith Daugert, PLLC 300 North Commercial St. Bellingham, WA 98225 Published May 11, 18 & 25, 2022

LEGAL IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING In the Matter of the Estate of BRUCE P. McCALEB, Deceased.

NO. 22-4-02437-0 SEA PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS DOUGLAS W. McCALEB, the Administrator with Will Annexed (PR), has been appointed as PR of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent that arose before the Decedent’s death 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 PR or the PR’s attorney(s) 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) 30 days after the PR 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 or RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate and non-probate assets.

Date of first publication of Notice to Creditors: May 4, 2022 Name of Administrator: Douglas W. McCaleb Attorneys for Personal Representative: Douglas L. Phillips, WSBA No. 17278 Aaron D. Phillips, WSBA No. 46691 PHILLIPS ESTATE LAW Address for Mailing or Service: Douglas L. Phillips, Esq. PHILLIPS ESTATE LAW 10655 NE 4th Street, Suite 701 Bellevue, WA 98004 Court of probate proceedings and cause number: King County Superior Court Cause No. 22-4-02437-0 SEA Published May 4, 11 & 18, 2022

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LEGAL IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING In the Matter of the Estate of PATRICIA A. McCALEB, Deceased.

NO. 22-4-02438-8 SEA PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS DOUGLAS W. McCALEB, the Administrator with Will Annexed (PR), has been appointed as PR of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent that arose before the Decedent’s death 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 PR or the PR’s attorney(s) 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) 30 days after the PR 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 or RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate and non-probate assets.

Date of first publication of Notice to Creditors: May 4, 2022 Name of Administrator: Douglas W. McCaleb Attorneys for Personal Representative: Douglas L. Phillips, WSBA No. 17278 Aaron D. Phillips, WSBA No. 46691 PHILLIPS ESTATE LAW Address for Mailing or Service: Douglas L. Phillips, Esq. PHILLIPS ESTATE LAW 10655 NE 4th Street, Suite 701 Bellevue, WA 98004 Court of probate proceedings and cause number: King County Superior Court Cause No. 22-4-02438-8 SEA Published May 4, 11 & 18, 2022

Public Notice LEGAL PUBLIC NOTICE Chambers & Chambers, LLC, 5344 E. 21st Drive, Bellingham, WA, 98226 is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit for the Wolf Hollow APO Subdivision, located west of Sand Road, approximately 0.8 miles north of Smith Road, in Whatcom County, WA. This project will involve 2.5 acres of soil disturbance for construction activities. The receiving water is an on-site stream, which flows north to Anderson 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.

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THE HEIRS OR DEVISEES OF J.E. NORSTROM AND SPOUSE, IDENTIFIED OF RECORD AS MRS. J. NORSTROM Defendants.

No. 22-2-00487-37 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION Judge: Evan P. Jones STATE OF WASHINGTON TO: THE HEIRS OR DEVISEES OF J.E. NORSTROM AND SPOUSE, IDENTIFIED OF RECORD AS MRS. J. NORSTROM; AND TO: All other persons or parties unknown claiming any right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real estate described in the Complaint herein, Defendants: YOU AND EACH OF YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to appear within sixty (60) days after the date of first Publication of this Summons, to-wit, sixty (60) days after the 4th of May, 2022, and defend the above-entitled action in the above-entitled court and answer the Complaint of the Plaintiffs, B.L. BECK REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST, BRIAN L. BECK TRUSTEE, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorney for Plaintiffs, Lesa Starkenburg-Kroontje at her office below stated; and, in case your failure to do so, judgment will be rendered against you according to the demand of the Complaint in this action, which has been filed with the clerk of said court.

This object of this action is to quiet title in Plaintiffs to real estate located in Whatcom County, Washington, described as: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 3 EAST OF W.M.; THENCE SOUTH 87°57’59” EAST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID QUARTER QUARTER A DISTANCE OF 208.70 FEET; THENCE NORTH 02°02’01” EAST, PARALLEL TO THE WEST LINE OF SAID QUARTER QUARTER A DISTANCE OF 734.22 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUING NORTH 02°02’01” EAST A DISTANCE OF 44.30 FEET MORE OR LESS TO THE SOUTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF STATE ROUTE NO. 544 (KNOWN AS EVERSON GOSHEN ROAD); THENCE NORTH 71°25’50” EAST ALONG SAID SOUTH RIGHT-OFWAY LINE A DISTANCE OF 227.34 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 02°02’01” WEST A DISTANCE OF 43.33 FEET TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THAT CERTAIN TRACT OF LAND DESCRIBED UNDER WHATCOM COUNTY AUDITOR’S FILE NO. 2080604526; THENCE SOUTH 71°12’01” WEST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID TRACT A DISTANCE OF 227.69 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. SITUATE IN WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON. against the claim of the Defendants and any one of them.

DATED this 28 day of April, 2022.

STARKENBURG-KROONTJE AT LAW P.S LESA STARKENBURG-KROONTJE, WSBA # 21843 Attorney for Plaintiffs 313 4th Street Lynden, WA 98264 Published May 4, 11, 18, 25 & June 1, 8, 2022

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TSquared Inc Construction & Roofing

DeWaard & Bode

Troy Visser • 360-815-2616

Outlet Store: 4175 Hannegan Road B’ham 360-733-5900 • www.dewaardandbode.com

Premier Dental Center

Main Showroom: 3944 Meridian Street B’ham

AUTOMOTIVE

Hinton Chevrolet Buick

8139 Guide Meridian Rd, Lynden • 866-230-4195

Imhof Automotive

Maintenance • Repair • Restoration Over 40 Years Experience-Master Certified Ferndale • 360-393-8938

Jim’s Automotive Experts, Inc.

102 East Main Street, Everson • 360-966-4440 Les Schwab Tire Center • 360-380-4660

1731 LaBounty Dr, Ferndale www.lesschwab.com

Louis Auto Glass

1512 N. State St., Bellingham • 360-734-3840 407 19th St., Lynden • 360-354-3232 1721 E. College Way, Mt. Vernon • 360-424-9759

DENTAL

2086 Main St, Ferndale - 360-380-4553 dentistferndale.com

EXCAVATION CONTRACTORS

Reed Excavating

EYE CARE

Everson Vision Clinic, Dr. Alex Ilyin, OD 205 W Main St, Everson • 360-966-0445 Bethgutman.evc@aol.com

FARM & GARDEN

CHS Northwest

501 Grover St., Lynden • 360-354-4493 Audi, Porsche, Volkswagen • www.rogerjobs.com 2200 Iowa St., Bellingham • 360-734-5230

6100 Portal Way, Ferndale • 360-384-3688 www.PortalWayFarmAndGarden.com

6209 Portal Way, Ferndale 360-380-2277 • www.petesautorepair.net

Point S Zylstra Tire

Roger Jobs Automotive

Service Pro of Nooksack

208 Nooksack Ave., Nooksack • 360-966-4664

Vavra Auto Body

411 Nooksack Ave, Nooksack • 360-966-4444

BANKS & CREDIT UNIONS

Bank of the Pacific

1800 Front St., Lynden • 360-318-8780 www.BankofthePacific.com

Banner Bank

138 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd., Lynden 360-354-8100 • www.bannerbank.com

BEAUTY SUPPLIES & WIGS

Sunset Beauty Supply

1225 E. Sunset Dr. # 150, Bellingham 360-738-0359 • www.sunsetbeautysupply.com

CABINETS

Lynden Interiors

CEMETERIES

Greenwood Cemetery • thegreenwoodcemetery.com East Wiser Lake Rd., Lynden • 360-647-4001 Lynden Cemetery • www.lyndencemetery.com South Side of Front St., Lynden • 360-647-4001

CLEANING SUPPLIES

Bay City Supply

360-671-7400 • www.baycitysupply.com P.O. Box 2073, 1250 Iowa Street Bellingham, WA 98229

Northwest Cleaning Supply

360-354-4154 • www.npsclean.com 191 Birch Bay Lynden Rd, Lynden

COFFEE

Cruisin Coffee

1976 Kok Rd., Lynden Town Plaza, Lynden 5885 Portal Way, Ferndale • 360-738-3789

PRINT & PUBLISHING

Family Care Network

Lynden Print Company

www.LyndenPrintCo.com 113 Sixth Street, Lynden • 360-354-4444

Lynden Family Medicine • 360-354-1333 1610 Grover St., Suite D-1, Lynden Birch Bay Family Medicine • 360-371-5855 8097 Harborview Rd., Blaine www.familycarenetwork.com Ferndale Family Medical Center • 360-384-1511 5580 Nordic Way, Ferndale

Lynden Tribune

www.LyndenTribune.com 113 Sixth Street, Lynden • 360-354-4444

REAL ESTATE

Real Estate Support Services, LLC

HOME IMPROVEMENT

As-built floor plans, marketing photography Art Van Allen ~ 360-255-1477 ressllc@gmail.com facebook.com/RealEstateSupportServicesLLC

Lynden Interiors

2017 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-4149 www.lyndeninteriors.com

Vander Griend Lumber Co. Inc.

RE/MAX Whatcom County- Rick Meyer

8461 Depot Rd., Lynden • 360-354-2155

Branch Manager, GRI, CRS, SRES 1841 Front St, Lynden • 360-410-1213 www.meyermax.com • rmeyer@remax.net

Walls & Windows Inc. • 360-676-5223

RECREATIONAL VEHICLE STORAGE

Leader One Financial Corporation

David Ohligschlager, Branch Manager 102 Grover St., #208, Lynden • 360-815-1768 www.daveo.leader1.com • daveo@leader1.com NMLS #12007 & #422225

Bellingham RV Storage

Quality Covered RV Storage Bakerview/Irongate area • Bellingham, WA 360-671-6100 • BellinghamRVBoatStorage.com

INSURANCE & FINANCIAL RECYCLING, REMOVAL & 8874 Bender Rd Ste 106, Lynden • 360-354-6868 YARD DEBRIS Amy Warenski Insurance Agency Inc www.amywarenski.com

Green Earth Technology

501 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-4488

RENTAL EQUIPMENT

774 Meadowlark Rd., Lynden • 360-354-4936

Brown & Brown

Country Financial®, Len Corneto

Group of Health Insurance Services, LLC

9030 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-3583 www.smitscompost.com

Lesa Ferguson, Financial Representative Westside Building Supply 1610 Grover St., Suite B1, Lynden • 360-354-2975 4202 Meridian Street, Suite 104, Bellingham 360-527-2334 • hicllc.net

FINE JEWELRY

Guide Insurance Services

521 Front St., Lynden • 360-318-0210

113 Third St, Lynden • 360-354-5333 www.jefflamphere.com

Originals by Chad

FUNERAL SERVICES & MONUMENTS

Whatcom Cremation & Funeral “Our Community’s Most Affordable Cremations & Burials - from $995” 360-734-7073 • wcremation.com

FURNITURE & MATTRESSES

Colony House Furniture

303 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-5554 www.colonyhousefurniturelynden.com

GARAGE DOORS

8353 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-5617

6335 Portal Way, Ferndale • 360-384-2622

www.chsnw.com

Smits Compost

Vander Griend Lumber Co. Inc.

Cedars RV Resort

HEALTH & WELLNESS

CHS Bellingham True Value Bellingham • 360.734.4010 CHS Fairway True Value Lynden • 360.354.5671

Portal Way Farm and Garden

2017 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-4149 www.lyndeninteriors.com

CAMPGROUNDS

NORTHWEST

CHS Ferndale/24-Hour Fuel Ferndale • 360.380.0578 CHS Lynden Lynden • 360.306.3800 CHS Nooksack Nooksack • 360.966.4193

102 Grover Street, Ste. 209, Lynden • 360-354-4197 Brim Rentals 350 Duffner Dr, Lynden • 360-354-4411 Country Financial® www.brimtractor.com

Overhead Door Company of Bellingham

Westside Building Supply

CHS Retail Stores:

Water/sewer line repair 4131 Hannegan Rd., Ste. 104, Bellingham 8084 Enterprise Road, Ferndale • 360-815-0080 HOME LOANS www.reedexcavating.com

3500 Meridian St., Bellingham • 360-734-4010 1720 LaBounty Dr, Ferndale • 360-380-0578 415 Depot St., Lynden • 360-306-3800 119 17th St., Fairway, Lynden • 360-354-5671 300 Main St., Lynden • 360-354-1198 102 Nooksack Ave., Nooksack • 360-966-4193 www.chsnw.com

Pete’s Auto Repair LLC

THIS WEEK’S FEATURED BUSINESS!

202 Ohio St, Bellingham • 360-734-5960 www.ohdbellingham.com 8461 Depot Rd., Lynden • 360-354-2155

Westside Building Supply

8353 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-5617

8108 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-2200

Jeff Lamphere Insurance

Oltman Insurance & Financial Services 360-354-5988 8850 Bender Road, Suite 101, Lynden

Vibrant USA

504 Front St. Suite 101, Lynden 360-733-5111 • vibrantusa.com

VanDalen Insurance

Shane VanDalen 517 Liberty St., Lynden • 360-354-4433

LUMBER

Vander Griend Lumber Co. Inc.

Sheri Russell, JD • 360-255-1666 www.bellinghammediation.com

VanDalen Insurance

Lil John Sanitary Services, Inc. Mark Mellema • 360-398-9828 www.liljohnsanitary.net

GLASS, RESIDENTIAL

Louis Auto Glass

1512 N. State St., Bellingham • 360-734-3840 407 19th St., Lynden • 360-354-3232 1721 E. College Way, Mt. Vernon • 360-424-9759 Lyndale Glass • www.lyndaleglass.com 110 7th St., Lynden • 360-354-3937 1985 Main St., Ferndale • 360-384-5956

Little Caesars

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 SOLAR & REFRIGERATION

Bellingham Mediation & Consulting

GIFT/SPECIALTY SHOP GREASE TRAP CLEANING

1740 Labounty Dr. Ste #1, Ferndale • 360-656-5974 8122 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-392-8435

MEDIATION

8353 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-5617

Jeff Lamphere Insurance

6605 Northwest Dr., Ferndale • 360-312-1431 www.appelcheese.com

Coconut Kenny’s

Lil John Sanitary Services, Inc.

Nooksack Valley Disposal & Recycling, Inc. 250 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd, Lynden

Appel Farms - The Cheese Shop

RESTAURANTS, FOOD & BEVERAGE

8461 Depot Rd., Lynden • 360-354-2155 Westside Building Supply

MEDICARE INSURANCE GARBAGE & RECYCLING PLANS

360-354-3400

8353 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-5617

113 Third St, Lynden • 360-354-5333 www.jefflamphere.com

Mark Mellema • 360-398-9828 www.liljohnsanitary.net

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

Shane VanDalen 517 Liberty St., Lynden • 360-354-4433

Lynden Skateway

504 Front St. Suite 101, Lynden 360-733-5111 • vibrantusa.com

VETERINARY

Vibrant USA

421 Judson Street, Lynden • 360-354-3851 www.LyndenSkateway.com

Kulshan Veterinary

8880 Benson Rd, Lynden 6220 Portal Wy, Ferndale Environmental Pest Control Inc. 3003 Bennett Drive, Bellingham • 360-676-5120 www.kulshanvet.com • 360-354-5095

PEST & RODENT CONTROL

www.epestcontrol.net

VITAMINS

Lynden Nutrition Center

527 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-4884

Vander Griend Lumber Co. Inc.

8461 Depot Rd., Lynden • 360-354-2155

Visit our online directory with direct link to company’s website, address & phone.

If you are interested in a listing for only $99 for one year or $15 per month call 360-354-4444 or 360-384-1411 today!

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Washington state law (RCW18.27.100) requires that all advertisements for constructionrelated services include the contractor's current Department of Labor and Industries registration number in the advertisement.

Failure to obtain a certificate of registration from L&I or show the registration number in all advertising will result in a fine up to $5000 against the unregistered contractor.

For more information, call Labor and Industries Specialty Compliance Services Division at 1-800-647-0982 or check L&I's Internet site at www.wa.gov/Ini.

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