Willapa Harbor Herald and Pacific County Press January 11, 2023

Water rescue brings out first responders

Another vehicle stolen while running

By GEORGE KUNKE, geoakunke@ gmail.com

Another vehicle was stolen in Raymond – this time while parked at Riverdale Grocery – and, again, it was left running with the keys in the ignition.

“Yes, a subject left the car running while he went into Riverdale Grocery and a susspect took off in it,” Raymond Police Chief Chuck Spoor told the Herald. “The suspect is Mitchell Bordon. He was ap-

prehended with the vehicle after running from police and crashing in Thurston County.”

Last week, the Herald reported about three other vehicles that were stolen in Raymond last year, all while parked in front of Dennis Company, including the last one on Dec. 19. It was located in Grays Harbor. Another vehicle was recovered in Pierce County.

Three in running to replace Wolfe

By GEORGE KUNKE, geoakunke@gmail.com

SOUTH BEND – The search to replace District 2 Pacific County Commissioner Frank Wolfe was reduced to three candidates by members of the Democratic Party at a meeting last Friday in Naselle.

The three candidates include Dave Tobin, 67, Long Beach, who is retired from the Ocean Beach School District; Keli Lucero, 45, Ocean Park, of DPR Builders & Developers Inc in Ocean Park; and Diana Thompson, 75, Oysterville, is a former Pacific County PUD Commisioner.

Now the two active active Pacific County Commissioners (Lisa Olsen and Jerry Doyle) will decide whom to choose to replace Wolfe. If there is no agreement between Olsen and

Doyle, the process moves to the governor, and he chooses, which happened in Cowlitz County early last year.

“We hope to come to a decision soon,” Olsen told the Herald. “We will set times to meet with each of them so we can make a decision. I am hopeful that we can have a new commissioner by February 1.”

According to Olsen, “After the selection, the appointed person will have to file to run to continue the position during filing week in May. At that time, it is the regular process and anyone else interested that lives within the boundaries of District 2 may file during that week also. Because this is the halfway point in that term, whoever is elected in November will have to run again the next year for

Wolfe

the following four-year cycle.”

Wolfe, a Democrat, was forced to resign his position as commissioner December 31 because of Lyme disease. Wolfe, 73, who was re-elcted in 2020, had two years remaining on his term.

Sen. Murray makes history as first female Pro Tem

2023 legislative session kicks off next week

The 2023 legislative session began on Monday and is the first in-person legislative session since 2020. The 105-day session began with opening ceremonies in the state Senate and House of Representatives. On Tuesday at noon, Gov. Jay Inslee delivered the 2023 State of the State address.

Housing and homelessness is a top priority for the governor and legislators. The number of people experienc-

ing homelessness has grown as the state’s housing deficit worsens and prices go up.

The governor has proposed a $4 billion referendum that would accelerate affordable housing construction across the state.

“If we keep nibbling at this issue, we will never take a big enough bite to solve this problem,” said Inslee during a legislative preview event this week. “This investment would meet the speed and scale we

need to build more housing.”

The governor and legislators have also discussed the need for a continued focus on behavioral health, climate, public safety and education, and have brought forth proposals to reduce gun violence and protect Washingtonian’s rights to reproductive freedom.

Information about bills, committee hearings and how to contact your legislator is available at leg.wa.gov.

Rep. Jim Walsh, R, has filed a House Joint Resolution (HJR), which would begin the process of amending the Washington State Constitution to change how the state handles property taxes.

HJR 4200 seeks to allow a "California Proposition 13" type of property tax system whereby the assessed taxable value of certain residential real estate would be set at the time of sale or when significant improvements are made. The assessed taxable value could not be raised until the property is sold again.

Walsh had the following to say regarding the resolution:

"My constituents constantly ask me, as well as people from all parts of Washington, why we can't have a 'California Proposition 13' type of property tax system in this state. A system under which your property taxes are fixed, or fairly fixed, at one rate as long as you own your house or property. When I explain in order to do that, we would have to amend the Wash-

By KaREN S. CaRTER Washington’s U.S. Senator Patty Murray made

history on January 3, 2023 when she was sworn in as the first female President Pro Tempore in the United States Senate. She succeeded a series of 91 men in this role.

On January 3, Vice President Kamala Harris swore Senator Murray in as Pro Tem. Murray spoke about being sworn in as Pro Tem and the historic nature of this moment as she becomes the first woman in the this role:

Listen, I am so proud to be a voice and a vote for Washington state here in the United States Senate. And I am really grateful to the voters of our state for

sending me back to Congress to keep fighting for them and their values for another six years.

Today, here in the Senate, we swore in new Senators, and I participated in this many times before, but today’s swearing in was a little bit different. I was sworn in today by the first woman Vice President of the United States—my friend, Vice President Kamala Harris.

And as many of you know—today, I am officially now serving as the Senate President Pro Tem—the first woman ever to hold this position. “So I will preside

Willapa finishes fourth at NB; Strozyk, Swogger capture titles

By GEORGE KUNKE, geoakunke@ gmail.com

SOUTH BEND – The Willapa Harbor Tri-District wrestlers earned a fourthplace finish at the Battle at the Beach hosted by North Beach HS Saturday. Hoquiam won the 10-team competition. Willapa Valley's Cody Strozyk (182) and Lucas Swogger (145 pounds) won titles and South Bend's Max Crow (152) and Oscar Juarez (220) placed second. Raymond's Nina Siribun was a winner at 235 in the girls' division.

“The team is starting to come together,” Head coach Preston Crow told the Herald

“Cody Strozyk has been starting to mature and become a solid 182 pound wrestler,” Coach Crow said. “He has learned a couple moves in practice from volunteer coach Elroy Thompson and is using them to perfection,” Coach Smith added.

Photo by Ezra McCampbell

The US Coast Guard responded to the area trying to locate a duck hunter needing rescue in the Willapa Bay on Saturday.

Photo by Ezra McCampbell Norm Olsen and Steve Shotwell heard the emergency call for a water rescue in between Bone River and Rocky Point of Willapa Bay. They responded in a skiff and pulled the duck hunter out of the water. The duck hunter's life jacket kept him afloat after his kayak overturned for approximately an hour until he was rescued. Pacific County Sheriff's Department, Washington State Fish and Game Department, Washington State Patrol, and the US Coast Guard all responded to the area for the water rescue. The duck hunter was brought to Bay Center Boat launch and checked out by Raymond Fire Department EMS personnel and then reunited with friends and family.

ington State Constitution, the response I usually get is, 'OK, let's do that.'

"For years, I've explained how difficult it is to amend the constitution. But people generally stand firm in their position. Sometimes, they'll say, 'We copy so much of the bad stuff they do in California. Why

Rep. Jim Walsh introduces House Joint Resolution to change how the state handles property taxes

Rep. Jim Walsh

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Washington’s U.S. Senator Patty Murray

Photo Courtesy Preston Crow

Willapa Harbor wrestler fights for hand control during a match at Battle at the Beach Saturday at North Beach HS

Team effort carries Vikings past Naselle

BY GEORGE KUNKE, geoakunke@gmail.com

MENLO – Willapa Valley registered a well-earned victory over league rival Naselle 54-49 last Monday (Jan. 2) at Tenoski Gym in Menlo. Senior Grace Huber scorched the nets for 24 points.

“If we could make a dang layin, we could have been up by 20 at half,” Peterson lamented. “We missed five in the first half.”

“I’m proud of my girls,” Peterson said. “Our whole team did a good job on (Lauren) Katyryniuk. We zoned. The Columbo girl (Bella) and (Kaylin) Shrives hurt us a little, but they took a lot of shots to get their points.

“We kind of panicked at the end,” Peterson said. “We’re playing two freshmen a lot and some of our girls haven’t played since this season. We showed a lot of heart. It was a good win against a very good program. “Overall, we’re doing a really good job,” Peterson said. “We’re ‘we’ rather than ‘me.’ I really like my team.”

Frosh Rilyn Channell chalked up a dozen points on 4 of 5 from the field, and Gaby Quezada (5 rebs) added 8. Brooklyn Patrick led WV in rebounding (8), assists (4) and steals (3).

The game was knotted 11-1 after the first quarter before the Vikings took charge in the second quarter while outscoring the Comets 15-5 for a 26-16 halftime lead. Valley also took the second quarter 16-15. Naselle (4-6) took the fourth frame 18-12.

Willapa shot 44 percent from the field on 20 of 45 with Huber was 10 of 14. The Vikings committed 21 turnovers.

Vikings 48, WSFTD 24

The Lady Vikings easily defeated Washington School of the Deaf 48-24 last Thursday in Menlo. Huber led Willapa in scoring with 14 points and ninth grader Lauren Matlock added 9 points.

Quezada pulled down 8 boards and Lauren Emery and Patrick collected 7 each. Patrick handed off 6 assists and stole the ball 6 times.

“Hadlee played her best game of the year,” Peterson said . “Hadlee has size and is a talented basketball player. We’ve been working with her.”

“Gaby played really well,” Peterson noted. “She’s been really solid for us. What a wonderful teammate she is.”

“Our two little freshmen, Rilyn(Channell) and Lauren (Emery), both had their moments,” Peterson said. “Loren always plays very, very good defense. Emery can hit three’s. She can knock ‘em in. She’s really coming along. It was a fun game; everyone got to play.”

Valley led 15-4, 30-6 and 41-10 at the quarter stops.

The Terriers are 5-3 on the season.

Willapa Valley (8-4) played at Mossyrock (8-2) last night, visited Columbia Adventist (2-5) Thursday and hosts rival Pe Ell (6-4) Tuesday.

“We go into the lion’s den on Tuesday,” Peterson said. “They’re really good – clearly the best team in our league; no one comes within shouting distance from them. (Peyton) Torrey is a fantastic athlete. They pressure....like a fist fight, can you take the first punch? Our schedule has prepared us for games like this. One key for us is gonna be rebounding.”

First-year head coach Dave Tuengel has the Trojans playing good basketball. “He has done a fabulous job there,” Peterson said. “And, they have the carver girl, who is really good. They’ve been playing well.”

South Bends tops Hyaks for first win

BY GEORGE KUNKE, geoakunke@gmail.com

SOUTH BEND – South Bend put up its first win of the season by defeating visiting north beach in come-from-behind fashion Friday night. South Bend ninth grader Ava Pine led all scorers with 12 points.

The Hyaks led 12-5 after one quarter, 20-15 at halftime, and 27-24 heading into the fourth quarter when South Bend won the fram 11-6 to prevail.

South Bend shot 25 percent from the floor on 14 of 60. Neither team could make its free throws; SB was 5 of 18 (28%) and NB was 5 of 14 (36%). South Bend committed 33 turnovers.

North Beach, 1-9, was led in scoring by Kayla Eastman and Amara McCrory with 8 points apiece.

Individual Scoring

NBHS (33): Elka Cox 2, Jalen Goldman 2, Anna Eastman 2, Capoeman 0, Malia Cox 5, McCrory 0, Jazmine Goldman 8, Osborne 0, Osborne-Hanson 6, Kayla Eastman 8

SBHS (35): Makaylee Kuiken 0, Elli Capps 6, Berkley Morley 2, Mackenzie Kuiken 0, Avalynn Stigall 3, Raydynn Morley 6, Fatima Delgado 6, Ava Pine 12, Sophia Markwell 0.

“I am very pleased with how our girls were able to tough it out tonight and pull out a win,” SBHS head coach Jon Schray told the Herald. “We got some great post play from our freshman Ava Pine, and we had some really

good senior leadership from Elli (Capps) and Raydynn (Morley).”

Morley led SBHS with 9 rebounds and Capps dished out 5 assists. Capps and Morley both recorded 5 steals.

Warriors 67, SBHS 36

Chief Leschi ran away from south bend 67-36 last Wednesday night at Puyallup. Tala Mitchell spearheaded the Warriors’ attack with 30 points.

“We had another opportunity for improvement tonight,” Coach Schray told the Herald . “After starting like we would rather be anywhere else in the world than Chief Leschi’s gym, we calmed down a bit and were competitive the last three quarters. We are improving as a team every day.”

Pine scored 9 points and eighth grader Avalyn Stigall added 8 for SBHS.

The Warriors, 6-4, raced out to a 19-2 lead in the first quarter and never looked back.

Individual Scoring

SBHS: Makaylee Kuiken 2, Elli Capps 3, Mackenzie Kuiken 0, Summer Stigall 0, Dakota Bale 0, Avalyn Stigall 8, Raydynn Morley 6, Fatima Delgado 6, Ava Pine 9, Sophia Markwell 2.

Warriors: Rodarte 3, Joseph 3, John 5, Taiah Mitchell 0, Dillon 7, Woodward 6, Roy 0, Anderson 2, Billie 11, Brown 0, Tala Mitchell 30.

South Bend, 1-9, visited archrival Raymond (8-4) last night and hosts Ilwaco (8-2) tomorrow.

Anderson’s 35 points carries Gulls past Hyaks

By GEORGE KUNKE, geoakunke@gmail.com

Raymond HS senior Morgan Anderson exploded for 35 points during a 65-31 triumph over North Beach last Tuesday (Jan. 3) at Oyehut. Anderson was red-hot from the field while firing in 16 of 17 shots for 94 percent.

“It was good to start the new year off with a win, especially a road win,” Raymond head coach Mike Tully told the Herald. “Morgan Anderson was dominant, scoring 35 points on 16 of 17 shooting. You’re not going to get much better than that in a game. The rest of the team struggled a bit with their shooting, but we were able to do enough to pull away in the second half. It was a good game for us to get back into the routine after winter break.”

The Seagulls blasted off to a 19-7 first quarter lead and extended it to 34-16 at halftime. The Gulls didn’t let up while winning the third quarter 22-9 for a 56-25 advantage after three quarters of action.

Seniors Skyler Hutson and Jarrod Gunderson contributed 8 and 7 points respectively. Anderon snatched 6 rebounds and Hutson gave out 4 assists.

North Beach slipped to 1-8 overall and 0-4 in the Pacific League while Raymond improved to 7-5 and 3-2.

Eagles 69, RHS 54

Raymond played Class 1A Elma vigorously despite not being at full strength during a 69-54 loss on the Eagles’ home court Saturday. Anderson led RHS in scoring with 22 points and Gunderson netted 12. Elma junior AJ Holmes led all scorers with 24 markers and Cason Seaberg scored 19.

“I would call our game against Elma a productive loss,” Coach Tully told the Herald. “Before the game, I told the guys that I just wanted to see them compete; they did exactly that. We were missing a couple guys, so we were short-handed to begin with, but we battled Elma all game long. Elma is an athletic, physical team, and I was happy with how we played. Hopefully, we can work on some of the things that we struggled with and apply them to some of the big league games we have coming up.”

Anderson took in 9 rebounds and Talen Yearout had Anderson also handed off 5 assists.

The Class 1A Eagles are 7-2 on the season.

Raymond hosts archrival South Bend (1-10, 0-5) tonight and travels to Westport Friday to face Ocosta (6-6, 3-3) 8. .

Willapa Harbor Herald

“Karsyn has definitely proven to be the offensive leader of our team early in the season. Her energy on that side of the ball has been a great surprise and a much needed boost with the loss of last year’s seniors. Karsyn is very easy to coach and is a great athlete with a bright future.

Date of First Publication: January 11, 2023 Publication: Willapa Harbor Herald Personal Representative: Diana Lynn Palmer Attorneys for Personal Representative: Jessica L. Beck Jessica F. Kravitz

Gaby Quezada, WVHS

Attorneys for Personal Representative

Publish: January 11, 18 and 25, 2023

Karsyn Freeman, RHS

Jason Koski

Head Basketball Coach

Raymond HS

Raydynn Morley, SBHS

“Raydynn has pushed herself to be a more complete player and leader this season. In two of our last three games, she has pulled down 10 or more rebounds.”

Jon Schray Head basketball Coach South Bend HS

We’re really glad to have ‘Gabs’ back in our program. Gaby’s not flashy, but she’s a very solid player – solid as solid could be. She’s a wonderful teammate, a really good student, and she’s just a terrific person. We feel really lucky to have her playing this year.”

John Peterson Head Basketball Coach Willapa Valley HS

Valley wins twice in league, loses to Mules

BY GEORGE KUNKE, geoakunke@gmail.com

MENLO – Wil Clements (14 pts, 11 rebs) and Garrett Keeton (11 pts, 11 rebs) tallied double-doubles to propel Willapa Valley past Naselle last Tuesday (Jan. 3) on the road. Derek Fluke hit for 14 points.

“It was nice to get an important league win down in Naselle after a three-game losing streak against some top 2B schools,” WVHS Head Boys Basketball Coach Jay Pearson told the Herald. “I was very pleased to see that we were able to transfer that level of play from the past four games over to our league play. We played with energy and passion tonight and had a big win in a tough place to play. Scoring and making baskets has been somewhat of a struggle for us yet this year, so tonight was nice to see us convert on those opportunities when presented.

“Both players (Clemens and Keeton) had a big game for us inside the paint and set the tone for the night,” Pearson said.

“Derek Fluke also had a big night inside and did a great job defensively on their big guy,” Pearson added. “Derek plays a big role for us inside as his play usually sets the tone for how the rest of us roll.

“Kolten Fluke (8 rebs, 3 assists) had a great floor game for us tonight and

most importantly held Naselle ace Kolten Lindstrom to 11 points before coming off the floor for the night,” Pearson said.

The Vikings took charge early while racing out to a 20-11 first quarter lead and advancing it to 31-17 at the midway point. The Vikes smoked the Comets 25-9 in the third panel for an insurmountable 56-26 bulge.

Senior Riley Pearson netted 8 points and Derek Fluke handed off 4 assists.

Valley turned the ball over only 9 times.

The defeat left Naselle at 2-7 on the season.

Vikings 76, WSFTD 29

Host Willapa Valley was a bit too much for Washington School for the Deaf during a 76-29 shellacking Thursday night. Riley Pearson and Kolten Fluke led the romp with 12 points apiece, followed by Blane King (11) and Clements (10).

The Vikings led 24-3 after one quarter and the game was basically over.

“This was one of those games where everyone got a lot of playing time, everyone scored and everyone contributed,” Coach Pearson told the Herald. “I was pleased that we were able to stay focused and play at our level, not the opponents.

Hank Swartz led Valley in rebounding with 10, Kolton Fluke led in steals

with 6, and Keeton led in assists with 5.

“Also making the most of his varsity opportunity was Blane King (3 rebs, 3 steals),” Coach Pearson noted. “When Blane enters the game, the speed increases significantly and something usually positive happens.”

Two ninth graders, Kevin Ruelas (10 pts) and Aiden young (8 pts, 4 rebs), also saw playing time for WVHS.

Washington School for the Deaf fell to 2-3 overall.

Mules 73, WVHS 51

Wahkiakum whacked Willapa Valley 73-51 Saturday at Cathlamet in a game that was rescheduled from Dec. 1. Riley Pearson drained the nets for 24 points.

The mules were up 1711 after one quarter, 36-23 at halftime and 57-32 heading into the fourth quarter.

“Story of this game is that Wahkiakum shot the lights out,” Coach Pearson told the Herald . “They shot 47 percent from the floor including going 14 for 31 (45%) from behind the 3-point line, while we were just 29 percent from the floor and 5 for 25 (20%) from behind the 3-point line. Their size also really bothered us inside as they would score regularly and at ease, forcing us to run and double the post. That

scheme worked for a while, then Wahkiakum did a nice job of ball movement to find the open man and hit big three’s.

“We struggled to get good open shots and when we did, for some reason, we hesitated and provided time for Wahkiakum to close out and make it a contested shot,” Coach Pearson said. “I have to do a better job as a coach on crafting an offense to get more open looks and we as a team need to convert those open opportunities when presented. Right now we are not; however it will come.

“It was good to see Riley find his shot as it has been a little struggle for him the past few games,” Coach Pearson said.

Derek Fluke was tops for Valley in rebounding with 8. “Personally, I thought Derek (6-foot) did a great job inside for us tonight battling against much taller opponents in size of 6'5”, 6'4” and 6'3”, Coach Pearson pointed out.

The Vikings committed only 8 turnovers.

Wahkiakum improved to 9-2 with the win.

The Vikings, 7-4, entertain Mossyrock (8-2) tonight. Both teams entered the game with 5-0 records in the Columbia Valley League. Willapa then travels to Columbia Adventist (5-3) Thursday and hosts Pe Ell (4-7) Tuesday.

Razor clam season still on hold

The Washington recreational razor clam season remains closed until further notice on all beaches, according to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife last Friday. Marine toxin levels (specifically domoic acid) remain above the action level or have not yet satisfied requirements for reopening.

“We will continue testing, but at this time do not have an estimate of when digging can proceed,” WDFW said in a press release.

Below are the most recent toxin levels provided by Washington Department of Health (WDOH) for Amnesic Shellfish Poisoning (ASP) or Domoic Acid, Paralytic Shellfish Poison (PSP) and Diarrhetic Shellfish Poison (DSP).

Before a beach can be opened for the harvest of razor clams, WDOH protocol requires that all razor clam samples collected from that beach must test under the action level, in two tests that are at least 10 days apart. The action levels are 20 ppm for domoic acid; 80 µg/100g for PSP; and 16 µg/100g for DSP.

Note that these samples were collected during marginal tides with adverse digging conditions and future sampling may show an increase in toxicity. Only razor clam meat tissue is tested.

These results along with previous results are posted on our website at: https://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/basics/

domoic-acid/levels

Copalis and Mocrocks samples were collected on 01/04/2023. Long Beach and Twin Harbors samples were collected on January 3.

Long Beach (south) domoic acid = 26 ppm

PSP = none detected DSP = none detected

Long Beach (middle) domoic acid = 17 ppm PSP = none detected DSP = none detected

Long Beach (north) domoic acid = 25 ppm PSP = none detected DSP = none detected

Twin Harbors (south) domoic acid = 28 ppm PSP = none detected DSP = none detected

Twin Harbors (middle) domoic acid = 20 ppm

PSP = <38 ug/100g DSP = none detected

Copalis Area (south) domoic acid = 18 ppm

PSP = none detected DSP = none detected

Copalis Area (middle) domoic acid = 19 ppm

PSP = none detected DSP = none detected

Copalis Area (north) domoic acid = 19 ppm

PSP = none detected

DSP = none detected

Mocrocks (south)

domoic acid = 20 ppm

PSP = none detected DSP = none detected

Mocrocks (middle) domoic acid = 20 ppm PSP = none detected DSP = none detected

Mocrocks (north) domoic acid = 17 ppm PSP = none detected

DSP = none detected

For more information on razor clams, including how seasons are set, population sampling techniques and how to dig, clean and cook razor clams please see the following link: https://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/shellfishing-regulations/razor-clams

For more information on marine toxins, see the following link: WDOH Amnesic Shellfish Poisoning (ASP) from Domoic Acid page; https://www.doh.wa.gov/CommunityandEnvironment/Shellfish/RecreationalShellfish/Illnesses /Biotoxins/ AmnesicShellfishPoisoning

U.S. National Office for Harmful Algal Blooms; https://hab.whoi.edu/ about/

Lady Gulls gash Hyaks, Eagles

BY GEORGE KUNKE, geoakunke@gmail.com

Raymond registered two relatively easy wins in girls basketball last week – defeating league opponent North Beach and Class 1A Elma. The Lady Seagulls are off to an 8-4 start under head coach Jason Koski.

Lady Gulls 69, NBHS 17

Fueled by sophomore sensation Karsyn Freeman's 23 points, Raymond defeated North Beach 69-17 last Wednesday at Seagull gym. Juniors Paige Williams and Kyndal Koski also hit for double-digit scoring with 14 and 12 points. Freeman recorded a doubledouble by raking in 10 rebounds and Williams narrowly missed one with 9 boards.

“Good energy tonight by our kids; you could really tell they were tired of practicing and ready to compete tonight,” Coach Koski told the media. “Lots of good contributions from all nine players.

“Key to the game for us was limiting second chance opportunities on defense and being purposeful moving with or without the ball making it hard to be guarded on offense,” Coach Koski added.

Also for RHS, ninth grader Kassie Koski scored 7 points, swiped the ball 5 times and gave out 4 assists. Kyndal Koski had 5 assists and Freeman made 4 steals.

Raymond committed only 9 turnovers.

Katana Capoeman scored 6 points to lead the Hyaks, 1-8.

Lady Gulls 69, Elma 42

Four Lady Gulls scored in double figures during Raymond's 69-42 wipeout of Class 1A Elma at Seagull gym last Thursday. Freeman was tops in scoring with 19 points, followed by Kyndal Koski (15), Kassie Koski (11) and Alia Enlow (10).

“Our energy in the first half from the whole team was the best we have had all season,” Coach Koski said. “We were able to score early on transition baskets off of a few turnovers to help us get an early lead. I loved how we shared the ball In the first half. As a team, we scored 19 field goals off 14 assists in the first half.”

Ninth grader Ava Baugher and Enlow paced RHS in rebounding with 7 each and Kassie Koski pulled down 5. Freeman dished off 7 assists. Frosh Emma Glazier and Kyndal Koski both filched the ball 6 times.

“Lots of good individual contributions by our kids,” Coach Koski added. “They should be commended for their focused attention to detail on playing back-to-back nights.”

Raymond's defense harassed Elma into 32 turnovers.

Junior Emmie Spencer scored 10 points for EHS, 1-6.

Raymond, 4-2 in the Pacific 2B League, hosted rival South Bend (1-9, 1-4) last night, visits Ocosta (3-6, 3-3) tomorrow and gets a visit from Ilwaco (8-2, 3-1) Tuesday in league games.

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Strozyk dominated his Aberdeen opponent from the beginning and recorded a quick fall in the first round.

“Coach Smith and coach Thompson are both spending a lot of time getting Cody ready for the post season and it’s showing,” Coach Crow said.

“Lucas Swogger’s match was a lot closer than we would have liked,” Coach Crow said. “Wrestling league rival Andrew Martin of ocosta, the score boards were getting lit up. The scoring started with a solid double by Lucas, followed by back-to-back to back 5-point moves. “Lucas was on his back more than I’d want my state wrestler to be on it,” Coach Crow added. “ultimately, the match ended with a pin from Lucas Swogger to remain undefeated on the year.”

caught for a second place finish.”

“Max needs to get to work and find a way to beat this league rival,” Coach Smith added.

“Coming back from a long vacation, oscar Juarez battled his way to the finals,” Coach Crow said. “Getting a couple close victories, he was wanting to capitalize on his momentum in the finals.

Scoring a quick takedown and nearly picking up a fall, oscar ultimately failed by pin. oscar can be good, but you can see he needs to get back into shape.”

Championships Willapa Harbor also competed at Grays Harbor Championships Dec. 17. Swogger claimed first place with four pins in four matches at 145 pounds.

“The Grays Harbor Championships against mainly 1A and 2A schools was largely a success,” Coach Crow told the Herald. “We were missing kids with the normal illnesses and family trips, but Willapa Harbor had a strong showing, seventh place of 13 teams.” Aberdeen won the team title.

wrestlers are poised to start moving up the podium,” Coach Crow said. “A strong work ethic and the strong core group of kids are propelling these young kids.”

“Cody and Conner are on the cusp of making some waves in the state tournament” Coach Swogger added.

Borden was 3-2 at 145 pounds and Brayden Ruddell was 1-2 at the same weight class. Max Crow was 1-2 at 160 and Qaisi was 1-2 at 170.

Soup Kitchen offers free meals

The Soup Kitchen at the Willapa Adventist Community Church at 1134 Crescent Street in Raymond offers FRee take out meals every Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. if you can’t come to pick up a meal, call or text (360) 934-5941 or (360) 942-5767 to request delivery. Please call if you have donations as well.

Senior Meals

The Pacific County Senior Center is open from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for meals. Call (360) 942-5739 for more information. Meal delivery is available.

Narcotics Anonymous

Narcotics Anonymous meetings are held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday and Saturday at Destination Hope and Recovery at 700 W. Robert Bush Drive in South Bend.

Coach Crow noted, “Tyson Portmann (145 pounds), coming back from an injury, went 1-1 at the prestigious Gut-Check i nvite for top wrestlers, beating the topranked wrestler in 2B classification before losing to Glacier Peaks, the top-rated wrestler at 3A.”

“Lucas Swogger continued his dominance with a first-place finish,” Coach Crow said. “He had a tough seed, but pinned his way through the finals. We need to get him some challenging matches. He is working over the competition and making it look easy.”

in the girls' competition, Siribun (1-1) lost her first match of the season to take second place at 235 pounds.

“Lisa Finne looked strong at her class,” Coach Crow said. “She was winning most of her matches before going 1-2.”

Classical Hatha Yoga

Classical Hatha yoga in Raymond is scheduled for regular session on MWF 9:00 a.m. -10:30 a.m. and chair yoga is MWF 11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. All sessions are by donation. Contact Tara by text at (828)-476-0187.

Crystal Meth Anonymous Meeting

Coach Crow reported, “Max Crow breezed his way to the finals after dropping to the 152-pound class. He battled through a close first round trailing 4-2. Giving up a reversal a minute into the second round, Max got

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Finishing in fourth place for Willapa Harbor were Carson Borden (138) and Conner Reyes at 152, and issac Qaisi was sixth at 170.

Grays Harbor

live entertainment.

Games will include a pipeline dual-lane slide, an “all star” obstacle course, and an “under the sea rock wall. e local

Third-place finishes included Kevin Hovis, Reyes and Strozyk. Hovis won four of five matches at 132 pounds. Reyes was also 4-1 at 152, and Strozyk was 4-1 at 182 pounds.“These three

“The more she wrestlers in live matches, the closer she comes to beating state participants,” Coach Smith added.

OF JULY EVENT GUIDE

dockside tours of the Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain, which will be available until 3:30.

The grapplers compete at Wahkiakum Mix and Match tonight and venture to the Hoquiam Wrestling invitational Saturday.

4:05 p.m. Washington State Patrol. Potentially impaired driver, black Cadillac.

The meeting of the Crystal Meth Anonymous is on Monday and Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at Destination Hope and Recovery at 700 W. Robert Bush Drive in South Bend. Come join them to start a new journey of sobriety where addicts support each other anonymously down the path of recovery.

Willapa Harbor Quilters meeting

Willapa Harbor Quilters meet Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church of Raymond, 913 Duryea Street. Meetings are open to anyone interested. For more information, contact the WHQ president, Beth Gill, at 360-660-0036.

American

Legion Post #150 Meeting

start at 3:30 in the school gym, and a free hypnotist show

be staged there at 6:30.

Thursday, July 4

Aberdeen

e annual Splash Festival, split between Morrison Park and Seaport Landing, is a day of family activities to celebrate America’s independence.

"After having conversations like these, i 'm surrendering to the voices of Washington homeowners. i've drafted a House Joint Resolution, the first step in amending the Washington State Constitution, that explicitly allows us to have a 'Proposition 13' style property tax system here in this state.

Home Depot will host a youth workshop, and the YMCA of Grays Harbor will o er temporary tattoos.

GHC announces President’s List

On the family-friendly entertainment schedule are magician Je Evans at 12:30 p.m.; comedian Bill Robison at 2; and pirate performer Cap’n Arr at 3:30.

e Morrison Park activities will shut down at 5 p.m.

"This would radically change how we calculate and manage property taxes in Washington state, which would be a good thing, frankly. i t would have fiscal and budgetary impacts reaching beyond just property tax bills. Decades ago, when California put its property tax system in place, it took several years of budgetary and other finetuning to make the system

work. These changes would be good for our state.

e tall ships will leave the dock for a Battle Sail from 4 to 6 p.m., followed by an 8:30 Fireworks Sail. (Tickets for those sails, and others during the week, are available in advance through www. historicalseaport.org.)

e festivities will begin at noon at Morrison Park with interactive games, local crafts and food, and

County

qualified for the 2019 spring quarter President’s List. Students

have

3.5 grade-point average

better

be eligible

They are: Kamryn Adkins, Maria Arellanochavez, Bryanne Baker, Berkley Barnum, Brittney Buchanan, Anganette Carney, Brittany Church, Cassidy Clevenger, Alexandra Conner, Kaden Coty, Donna Dipace, Kaitlyn Doyle, Katelyn

Across the Chehalis River at the Grays Harbor Historical Seaport, the gates will open at 1 p.m. for

GHC announces President’s List

Doyle, Patrick Edwards, Columbus Enslow, Chase Flemetis, Sarah Grajales, Avery Harland, Myranda Heckard, Allyson Hjembo, Bailey Houk, Lindsay Hunt, Megan Johnson, Jack Jordan, Mary Grace Karlsvik, Thomas Lagergren, Stan Lapinoja, Guadalupe Leon, Anatereza Leonluna, Paola Loza, Trisheal Morris, Britney Patrick, Erin Pickar, Daisy Rojas, Brian Sida, Angel Sierrafigueroa, Brenda Smith, Brooke Spoor, Tina Sypaphay, Lisa Trudell, Makenna Williams and Hannah Wirkkala.

Sarah Grajales, Avery Harland, Myranda Heckard, Allyson Hjembo, Bailey Houk, Lindsay Hunt, Megan Johnson, Jack Jordan, Mary Grace Karlsvik, Thomas Lagergren, Stan Lapinoja, Guadalupe Leon, Anatereza Leonluna, Paola Loza, Trisheal Morris, Britney Patrick, Erin Pickar, Daisy Rojas, Brian Sida, Angel Sierrafigueroa, Brenda Smith, Brooke Spoor, Tina Sypaphay, Lisa Trudell, Makenna Williams and Hannah Wirkkala.

4:28 p.m. Public Nuisance. People on property playing tuba and it’s echoing all over, ongoing for the last 45 minutes, also subjects riding four-wheelers down property line onto beach. Reporting party knows you cannot ride four-wheelers on beach.

American Legion Post #150 Meetings are held the first Wednesday each month at 7:00 p.m. at 209 Third St. Raymond.

TAC meeting

Raymond High School honor roll

Live music will start at 5 p.m. with Six Pack Pretty, followed by Electric Eye at 7:30 and Nerve On Ya at 9:15.

"Washington homeowners have seen their property taxes skyrocket over the past decade. And the increases have been especially bad in just the past few years. Some of my constituents have seen annual increases of 30% and even 50%.

state's economy, or any other standard economic metric. They are crushing Washington's working families, retirees, and people living on fixed incomes. Regular, middle-class people are literally being taxed out of their homes. This isn't sustainable.

Teen Advocacy Coalition holds their monthly meeting the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 3:30 p.m., but may be subject to change. Join them in-person at the Raymond High School Flex Center.

"These hikes far outpace inflation, the growth of the

e sta at the Raymond Middle/High School would like to announce the names of those students who make the nal quarter honor roll.

Fireworks will begin at 10 p.m. over the water.

*Denotes a 4.0 grade point average.

Food and beverages at Seaport Landing will be provided by Galway Bay

Seniors: Kaden Coty, Zane Crites, Patrick Edwards, Columbus Enslow, Joey J. Evans, Reese Garcia, Caleb D. Holland, Jack Jordan, Kallie Karlsvik, Kolin Koski, Isabel Mora, Hailey Nichols, Lindsey Nichols, Marcus Pehl, Devine Souvannavanh, Adan M. Vasquez and Sadie Warnstadt.

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e sta at the Raymond Middle/High School would like to announce the names of those students who make

Honorable Mention: Kennis Harland, Mattey Malone and Paola Meliton. Harland, Mary G. Karls vik, McCartney Maden, Jeremiah J. Meade, Evun

Devine Souvannavanh, Adan M. Vasquez and Sadie Warnstadt.

Honorable Mention: Kennis Harland, Mattey Malone and Paola Meliton.

Juniors: Avery M. Harland, Mary G. Karlsvik, McCartney Maden, Jeremiah J. Meade, Evun

Misaengsay, Jennifer Sanchez Maldonado, Brian Sida, Destiny Souvannavanh, Aiyana Stepp and Tina Sypaphay.

11:46 p.m. Welfare Check. Reporting party has a phobia, and can’t drive over the bridge to Chinook, she said her husband left today at about 3:30 - will not pick up her calls - went to his brother’s (which she did not know the address of)…

"HJR 4200 is a dramatic response. But it would fix the current crisis."

Honorable Mention: Krisna Chan, Shakira-Leanne Dech, Ethan Delap, Angel L. Garcia Oleachea and Phillip Kronjaeger.

Wood. Honorable Mention: America Gonzalez Rodriguez, Teolina-Maria J. Naegeli and Ana Paola Silva Silva.

Send your events to KarenC@flannerypubs.com to let the community know what’s happening.

Sophomores: *Tegen L. Fleury, *Hannah G. Rumbles, *Madeline M. Silvernail, Breauna Bowling, Alexis Clevenger, eron M. Hamlin, Yasmin Jimenez Diaz, Noah Johnson, anh V. Lukinich, Hannah L. Miller, Esmeralda Mora, Michael Nordin, Jr., Colton

Misaengsay, Jennifer Sanchez Maldonado, Brian Sida, Destiny Souvannavanh, Aiyana Stepp and

Diaz, Noah Johnson, anh V. Lukinich, Hannah L. Miller, Esmeralda Mora, Michael Nordin, Jr., Colton D. Nussbaum, Ana Quintana-Silva, Eliceo Rangel Chavez, Shayn Sath, Elissa Sedy, Hayden Stephens, Arieann V. Stepp, Joseph Villalpando and Ashleigh

Wood.

Honorable Mention: America Gonzalez Rodriguez, Teolina-Maria J.

Freshmen: *Daniel Seydel III, *Isabelle Silvernail, Ellie Angelovich, Jacob Ash, Brooke Bednarek, Rosina Bly, Jesse Brock, Grace Busenius, Page Chan, Jesenia Churape, Alondra Diaz Merino, Alexis Frank, Jaxson Freeman, Kyra Gardner, Caden Jones, Callie McVey, Leeah Meyer, Adrian Quintana Silva, Olivia Stigar, Sidney Swogger, Daysa Sypaphay and

Eighth Grade: Morgan Anderson, Colby Branham, Natalie Calkins, Jolie Dunn, Alia Enlow, Lisa Finne, Yolet Garcia-Rodriguez, Neal Heckman, Kai Heuy, Kole Karlsvick, Tymber Livingston, Athecia Lucero, Daniel Medeiros, Genevieve Sarich and Caton Swogger.

Honorable Mention: Rainna Diaz, Skyler Hutson, Baylee Price and Alexander Rennels.

Seventh Grade: *Kyndal Koski, Colt Coty, Ocean Damon, Adrienne Karlsvick, Ashton Kongbouakhay, Garrett Schull, Austin Snodgrass, Taren Stephens, Rylee VanBronckhorst, Ethan Worlton and Talan A. Yearout.

Eighth Grade: Morgan Anderson, Colby Branham, Natalie Calkins, Jolie Dunn, Alia Enlow, Lisa Finne, Yolet Garcia-Rodriguez, Neal Heckman, Kai Heuy, Kole Karlsvick, Tymber Livingston, Athecia Lucero, Daniel Medeiros, Genevieve

Honorable Mention: Anastasia N. Delgado and Logan Frank.

Honorable

Seventh

Callie McVey, Leeah Meyer, Adrian Quintana Silva, Olivia Stigar, Sidney Swogger, Daysa Sypaphay and Kendall ompson.

Honorable Mention: Logan Bonner, Suzanne Godinez-Loza, Alexis Hillock, David Matson, Leah Pehl and Riley axton.

Honorable

Sarich and Caton Swogger.

Mention: Rainna Diaz, Skyler Hutson, Baylee Price and Alexander Rennels.

Grade: *Kyndal Koski, Colt Coty, Ocean Damon, Adrienne Karlsvick, Ashton Kongbouakhay, Garrett Schull, Austin Snodgrass, Taren Stephens, Rylee VanBronckhorst, Ethan Worlton and Talan A. Yearout.

Mention: Anastasia N. Delgado and Logan Frank.

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Obituaries

Spencer Reed Cearns was my loving husband and best friend. He was the devoted son of Dan and Teresa Cearns (Eschbach). He was the cherished brother of Stephanie Boutry (Husband, Matt), Skyler Cearns, Slater Cearns and Sierra Cearns (Wife Rhian). He was the ‘fun uncle’ to Hudson Brown, Anderson Brown, Charlotte Boutry, William Boutry, Elliott Boutry and Sullivan Cearns. Spencer was 43 years young when he unexpectedly passed from a complex case of Endocarditis. His family meant the world to him, and on December 10, 2022 we said our last good-bye’s to our beloved “Master Doctor.”

Spence was Dan and Teresa’s first son, born on September 26, 1979 in Renton, Washington. Spence was raised in South Bend, Washington where he attended elementary school, middle school, and one year of high school. He loved growing up in Pac County. I’ve heard stories of trips to Forries, camping with his family, frog giggin’ with his grandpa Jim, riding bikes through town, swimming in the Willapa, shed ball games, lip syncs, pulled fire alarms, open gyms and all things sports related. Spence truly loved competition of all types and he loved to win. His parents even created a ‘court’ in their side yard which provided hours of shooting practice with the family. He played soccer, baseball, basketball, track, wrestling, competitive men’s slowpitch, pickle ball and golf. If you put Dan, Grandpa Jim and Spence in a room together you would hear nonstop “sports talk.” They remembered every game, every play, every shot…It wouldn’t be long before the laughter started- followed by another story, and another.

Spence attended Raymond High School and that is where we met. At 17 years of age, I, Danielle Cearns (Langbraaten), fell in love with his bright eyes, keen intellect, strong sense of humor, beautiful teeth, and bubbly handwriting. I have so many memories that include Spence, Steph, and Greg (Haerling)- proms, sporting events, ‘watching the kids,’ movies, SNL and high school antics that might not be allowed in today’s schools. Spence traveled to Rhode Island to play basketball for a summer after his junior year of highschool.

We graduated from Raymond High School in 1998 and Spence spent that summer working in Alaska. Prior to that he paid his dues working in the oyster beds. He attended college at Eastern Washington University, Western Washington University, and University of Hawaii. He and Steph both graduated from Western. Spence graduated in 2003 with a BA and double major. He loved Bellingham and we went back to visit just a few years ago. The Beaver Inn is still there. I am so thankful for that trip.

Spence also graduated from Willamette Law in 2009 with his Juris Doctorate. He spent one quarter of this program learning in China. He visited the Great Wall, Tiananmen Square and ate small octopus from a skewer (among other things of course). Even as a child Spence had a strong propensity for winning arguments- he had his grandpa Jim convinced that he could read the entire “Where the Wild Things Are” children’s book at age 3. We knew all those years of watching Law and Order and true crime television would pay off.

Spence then graduated with an MA in Environmental Studies from The Evergreen State College in 2010. Ever the professional student, Spence loved to learn and his parents and grandpa Jim supported him in his every effort. My husband was the smartest person I will ever know, and he often proved his skill with nightly Jeopardy games on Alexa and Trivia Nights with his team. During his travels in education he also built a large group of friends that are all a part of his stories, shenanigans and heart. He has gone

by Spenny, Scar Sanchez, Plinko, Colonel and Uncle Pence. He loved nicknames, and I know many of his friends only by those monikers he blessed you with.

Spence and I were married on July 19, 2008 at the Swiss Hall in Raymond, WA. We were surrounded by many family and friends on a beautiful summer day. This July would have been 15 years of marriage. I am so grateful for the time we had together creating memories, loving each other and growing up. We have two fur babies that Spence cared for greatly, but the true love of his life was his chihuahua, Pete. (He tolerated Petunia). I have never seen a man love a dog more.

Spence worked as an IT contracts attorney for The Evergreen State College and then the Administrative Office of the Courts. Becoming an attorney was one of his greatest achievements, and he was often called upon to offer advice and support to families and friends.

Spence was an avid sports fan. He had boxes of baseball cards, stacks of sports books, a huge collection of hats and t-shirts, and he and his dad are even shareholders for the Green Bay Packers. I am so thankful that he got to attend a game this past year with his dad and brothers. Spence and his family were often found in a gym or on a field either playing or spectating. Spence and Dan loved to identify team mascots and their capacity to remember this information astounded me. As our niece Charlie started to play basketball, he let Steph know that no niece of his would be “playing ball in a pair of sketchers.” This year Charlie got a vintage pair of “Hare Jordans”- the Space Jam edition. He did love his shoes.

Spence also loved to read. His book collection is extensive, but beyond books he loved to read magazines and newspapers (yes he still got them). I couldn’t take him to a museum, zoo, landmark or stadium without waiting for him to ‘finish reading’ the entirety of each placard, poster, sign, pamphlet…he loved to learn. He often shared that his favorite trip ever was to Washington DC with his Aunt Maryann and Uncle John. He got to visit the museums and monuments and read all the information, but, as this trip fell on Thanksgiving, Spence was allowed to choose how they celebrated. He loved that his Aunt and Uncle allowed him to get Domino’s pizza and rent Wrestle Mania via pay per view (He said it was his favorite Thanksgiving ever). This past summer we got to go to San Diego with Steph, Matt and the kids. He and William (our nephew) took so much joy in reading all the material- do you know what an Okapi is? How about a Gharial?

Spence was a huge music fan. We have so many records from all genres including multiple copies of the RAD soundtrack (in fact, he may have been a RAD memorabilia collector). He loved attending concerts with his brothers and friends. I can still remember when he came home with a bag full of clothes that were covered in fake blood after a GWAR event. He also loved to sing karaoke. I remember nights at the Boondocks (South Bend, WA) where I was convinced the restaurant would fall into the harbor. He was the lead singer of his band- The APE. Just this past year they got to perform in venues that extended beyond my parent’s shop and Jon Penoyar’s music studio. He may have performed once dressed as a giant ape.

Above all things, Spence loved his family. He called his mom every day (he claimed to be her favorite) and often invited his ‘folks’ up for family dinners. I’m thankful for those family dinners at our home. We are a loud, funny, and loving group who will continue to honor Spencer’s memory. We will take pirate pictures, always have gummies, eat Dick’s burgers every time we drive north, use Natural Ice chapstick, watch Die Hard at Christmas and never wear socks with our shoes (ok, maybe not that last one). I cherish every minute that we shared. He will be missed by many and will live on in our memories, stories and hearts.

Please join us for his celebration of life at the Raymond Elks on January 28 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. This will be followed by Karaoke at the Pitchwood starting at 8:00 p.m.. Donations can be made in his name to The Raymond Foundation or Ladies of the Elks.

In Loving Memory of Bob Rise

To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under Heaven.

Robert L. Rise (Bob) began his circle of life on August 20, 1944, in Raymond at the Riverview Clinic. Born to Clarence P. and Alice J. Rise, he joined his older brother, Phillip at their Riverdale home which remains in the family. On November 11, 2022 (Veteran’s Day) he ended his season on earth to be reunited with his family who preceded him in their journey. He leaves his wife of 49 years in the family home in Riverdale.

Bob graduated from Raymond High School in 1962, where he made many life-long friends. During his school years, he worked for the forest service located in Menlo. He later worked at Weyerhaeuser as well as attended Gray Harbor College planning to major in business. Of course, this was in the ‘60’s so school was not a high priority and soon the government draft came a’calling. Rather than be drafted, he and good friend Ric Erickson, joined the Air Force under the “buddy system”. Off they went to basic training, but soon were separated according to their skill set. Bob was put in an electronics unit and eventually sent to Vietnam where he “monitored Air Force communications.” There during the TET offensive, he once again made lifelong friends while serving in our nation’s Air Force.

Returning from active duty he again took up work at Weyerhaeuser and studied at GHC with much more success. Transferring to Central Washington College he achieved his BA in Business and set about finding work. Seattle called and he found work at New England Fish Co. and was promptly sent to Alaska to work in the business office during the summer runs. It was an adventure!

There was short employment at another company before he landed his long-term job at Western Plastics/ Premier Industries, a plastic and insulfoam manufacturer. Bob loved his work and the people he worked with daily, remaining there for about 30 years. He wore many “hats of responsibility” as he was credit manager, safety official, human resources, education facilitator and other jobs as they

came along. He traveled extensively from Alaska to Florida and all points in between.

He met Joani Spurrell during his first go around at GHC and they remained steady throughout his military and beginning work experience. After eight years they married in November 1973 and moved to Seattle. They raised three children, Timothy (1977) of Tumwater, Robb (1982) in Arlington, VA and RaeJeanna (1989) in Stites, ID. They moved to Olympia in 1981 and remained for 30 plus years. They eventually moved back to his family home in Raymond after the children had married.

Papa was delighted when the grandchildren arrived. Zoey Wilkes came first, then Luke for RaeJeanna (Stephen) Wilkes. Robb (Carla) welcomed Bronson and Tim (Julie) received Leo and then have been foster parents to several extra children. It was a special time for him.

Retirement brought volunteer service into his life, and he enjoyed his Thursdays at the Pacific County Historical Museum. It was his delight to visit and help the tourists and locals who came. He liked to share stories about the people he met. He was also a member of the ELKS 1292 and the American Legion. Class reunions and calls from Air Force buddies were always enjoyed. An inherited gene in the Rise family afforded him much enjoyment as he watched the Seahawks, Mariners, or the grass grown on the Golf Channel. Best not get in front of Bob and his sports channels.

As a Veteran in the USAF, Bob, slowly, but eventually, received total disability for war time service. A surgery long postponed by the Pandemic turned into a nightmare. He went into surgery hopeful for relief and came out a different person. A diagnosis of hospital delusions, plus many unsubstantiated diagnoses changed his ability to recover from the surgery. It resulted in several care center stays, reoccurring hospital admissions, and home stays. Each of the many doctors gave different diagnoses to his condition but none could manage a recovery. Weakened by the strain, he was not able to sustain life. His circle of life ended, but the love and admiration of a good, kind and honest man in a life well lived remains with his family who recognize he is now at HOME and at peace. We love you Bob, and will always miss you until the end of our circle of life.

If you would like to honor Bob, you may send a memorial donation to the Pacific County Historical Museum, PO Box P, South Bend, WA 98577, or Disabled American Veterans (DAV), P O Box14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Celebration of Life

In Loving Memory of Richard “Dick” Mergens

Richard “Dick” Mergens (94) passed away on December 25, 2022 after many wonderful years. He was survived by his sister (Maribeth Yandle), brother (John (Buddy) Mergens), son (Todd Mergens), son -in law (Ken Russell), 3 grandkids (their significant others) and 5 great-grandkids. A funeral service will be held to honor him at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday January 21, 2022.

Dick was born in Seattle, Washington to Harold Mergens and Beth McBride. In 1937 the Mergens family moved to Kent, Washington. In 1946 Dick graduated with honors from Kent high school. After school, he managed JCPenny’s, which moved him all over the state; Prosser (where he met the love of his life (Ann Smith), Lakewood, Wenatchee, Bellevue, Lynden and eventually Raymond). He retired from the local P.U.D and spent many years giving back to his community. He was well known with the local theatre, Sunday Afternoon live, Habitat for Humanity, men’s chorale, Kiwanis, Knights of the Columbus, and volunteering at the local schools and churches.

The family would like to thank everyone for their love and support. Dick’s service will be held at the Raymond Catholic Church and a small gathering will follow to celebrate Dick.

Robert “Bob” Schriver

Spencer Reed Cearns

Bob Rise

over the Senate in the absence of the Vice President. I’ll sign bills we send to the President’s desk, and this role places me third in the presidential line of succession. It’s a responsibility I am very honored to take on for my country and for Washington state.

But I want to talk a little bit about why today—my becoming the first woman President Pro Tem, after being sworn in by the first woman Vice President— really matters.

I remember before I ran for Senate, watching Anita Hill speak before the Senate Judiciary Committee—

questioned by all male Senators, because there were no women on the Senate Judiciary Committee, and all I could think to myself was ‘those are not the questions I would have asked!’

So watching those Anita Hill hearings was part of the reason I decided

Pacific County Police Beat

The following information was released to the Pacific County Press by the Raymond Municipal Court, North District Court, South Bend Municipal Court and the Pacific County Sheriff’s Department. The information is compiled by city and county law enforcement and emergency response officials. The contents of the reports are solely the responsibility of these departments.

Jail Bookings

The following individuals were booked into Pacific County Jail for the charges listed: 12/25/22 Ronald M. Sellers - No contact order violation 12/26/22 Allen N. Davis

- Three counts third degree driving while license suspended, failure to transfer title within 45 days, community custody violation 12/26/22 Dennis D. Rob-

bins - DUI 12/27/22 Jerry W. Timble - Interference with a domestic violence report, fourth degree assault domestic violence 12/2822 Stuart A. Blazek

- Criminal impersonation, third degree driving while license suspended 12/28/22 William A. Forsmark - Felony harassment 12/28/22 Neil L. Forster - Fourth degree assault domestic violence 12/29/22 Derek E. Heiner

- Second degree Burglary 12/30/22 Kathleen M. Eager - DUI

12/30/22 Danny M. Turner - Fourth degree assault domestic violence, community custody violation

Police Calls

12/27/22 1:11 p.m. A caller from surfside called to report that the house behind him has water flowing out of it. Water has been

coming out since yesterday. Its a single-wide trailer. He did call the trailer park office as well.

12/27/22 10:57 p.m.

Trailer fire in Oysterville. Caller sees lots of flames and smoke.

12/30/22 5:49 a.m. Someone has her dog said a caller from Seaside, and she wants the dog back. Reporting party originally rehomed the dog but has found out that the dog is a registered service animal and she is not able to rehome him. Caller has asked for him back, but will not give the dog back.

12/30/22 1:54 p.m. Reporting cats trapped in an RV. The campers were hospitalized weeks ago and the caller doesn’t think the people are coming back.

12/30/22 3:38 p.m. Reporting a tree fell on house a couple days ago and since that time someone broke into a shed.

Letters to t he Editor

Re: Fall of Pacific County

To the Editor,

It’s amazing how successful our country’s been while immigration is blamed for ruining it. The right complains about immigrants while industries depend on them. They ignore the statistics showing that it isn't the immigrants that are the problem, but their descendants that grow up being prevented from realizing the American dream. Somehow it’s always blamed on the left, even though the situation is never resolved by the right either.

I don’t think the writer understands what political correctness is. It is focused

Dig out the good manners

To the Editor,

Dennis Company has been a part of this community for over 100 years. Long enough for locals to have familiarized themselves with the hours of operation which are posted on entrance doors. A quick phone call will confirm

on not insulting or discriminating against others in society. Everyone should be treated with respect, you know, the "Golden Rule" our parents preached to us our whole childhoods. The Nazis seemed pretty focused on excluding and denigrating a great many people from their society, especially immigrants. Political correctness says that stereotyping groups to make fun of them, using nicknames to identify a person's race, and terms that may not have originated as derogatory or were used freely to insult each other when we were kids, shouldn't be used now because they are hurtful. It's about thinking a little before you speak, not about controlling society.

those hours. Same phone number for over 50 years!

For the local woman and her out-of-town family to arrive a few minutes before closing on Christmas eve to do last minute Christmas shopping was selfish and rude. Beyond reprehensible. Associates have kids to pick up from babysitters, families to get home to, dinners to cook, and last minute preparations to set in order. After a full day's work, they don't need you

There aren't many white supremacists, calls to ban books, attempts to prevent citizens from voting, calls for the "termination of all rules, regulations, and articles, even those found in the Constitution", and there weren't any storming the capital to subvert a legal election on the left. Those things would seem to lean towards fascism and raise the question about how dedicated to democracy the right is.

Mr. Souvenir's loss in the election is how democracy works. If Mr. Garcia turns out to be a poor choice for Sheriff, he will be replaced at the next election.

Jonathan Kelley

to keep them on the job after hours. Emergency situations are one thing, but your lack of planning is another.

This also applies to all you others out there who show up last minute, expecting the store to remain open while you do your after-hours shopping. Dig out the good manners you've been taught, and use them!

J. Capps

to run for the Senate to make a difference for my country—to change Congress and America for the better.

I hope that when young women now see me in this position they see they can accomplish anything they set their mind to. I hope they see that they not only belong in Congress—but that their voices are needed here in Congress. “We need their perspectives and their insight—and we need a Congress that looks like America.

The year that I was first elected to the Senate, there were three other women elected to the Senate with me, and 24 in the House. And that was enough for them to call it the ‘year of the woman.’ Well, today, we have more women serving in the Senate than when I first started—but you know what: we need more. We need more women in leadership roles, and more women at the decision making table. But today really is a sign of the progress I have fought for, for a very long time. And I

hope we continue to build on that progress. We need to make every year the ‘year of the women.’

I do care deeply about the work we do here in Congress, and how that work can help friends and neighbors that I grew up with and the constituents that I represent. I really look forward to the opportunity to serve our country as President Pro Tem.

Herald: Are you prepared to be the president of the United States?

Murray: I hope this is an unthinkable question, but on the off chance that that day happens I’m doing everything I can to prepare myself. Making sure I know the issues of the day both domestically and foreign, keeping up to speed, being briefed, and knowing what I would need to do should that day ever happen.

Herald: First female Senator from Washington State, first female Chair of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee during the 112th Congress, and served as the

first female Chair of the Senate Budget Committee during the 113th Congress, now first female President Pro Tempore. What does it mean for you to have accomplished all these firsts?

Murray: I never thought I would be in this position. I got involved in politics because I had a male state legislator tell me I could not make a difference because I was just a mom in tennis shoes and I took that challenge on. Here I am today, being sworn in as President Pro Tem and I hope that sends a message to all young women that if they believe in something and they fight for it, and they are determined and they keep working hard, they too can achieve their dreams. They should never let anyone tell them they can’t make a difference.

Patty Murray is not only President Pro Tempore, and Washington U.S. Senator, she is currently the Chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee.