Willapa Harbor Herald and Pacific County Press January 25, 2023

Commissioners hire Tobin to replace Wolfe

By GEORGE KUNKE geoakunke@gmail.com

SOUTH BEND – Pacific County Commissioners Lisa Olsen and Jerry Doyle both agreed that Davis Tobin was the best choice of the three remaining candidates to replace Frank Wolfe, who was forced to resign because of an illness.

Tobin, 67, of Long Beach, was named last Tuesday (Jan. 17). Tobin is retired from the Ocean Beach School District. He was the principal at Ilwaco HS for 14 years and spent more than four decades in the educational field in various capacities. Tobin

also worked for the Long Beach Police Department.

“I felt that Mr. Tobin’s career in education would be a great asset in being a county commissioner,”

Commissioner Olsen told the Herald. “To be successful in that career, one must possess an innate ability to listen, communicate and problem solve, all of which serve one well in this role.

I am looking forward to working with Dave and getting to know him as we navigate issues on behalf of the citizens of Pacific County.”

The three finalists were interviewed by Olsen and Doyle and Pacific County Chief Administrative

Officer Paul Plakinger, and Risk Manager Marie Guernsey last Tuesday (Jan. 17).

Wolfe, a Democrat, stepped down Dec. 31 after he was diagnosed with Lyme disease. Wolfe, 73, reelected in 2020, had two years remaining on his term. A special election for the position will be conducted later this year.

“After the selection, the appointed person will have to file to run to continue the position during filing week in May,” Olsen told the Herald. “At that time, it is the regular process and anyone else interested that lives within the boundaries of District 2 may file dur-

Portmann, Swogger earn titles at home tourney

ing 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 the following fouryear cycle.”

If the two commissioners had not agreed on hiring Tobin, it would have been up to Gov. Inslee to make a decision on an appointment.

The other finalist for the commisioner’s post were andidates were Keli Lucero, 45, Ocean Park, of DPR Builders & Developers Inc in Ocean Park; and Diana Thompson, 75, Oysterville, a former Pacific County PUD Commisioner.

Trees removed for safety reasons

By GEORGE KUNKE geoakunke@gmail.com

SOUTH BEND – After a huge tree fell on a parked truck recently because of heavy winds, trees were removed from a hill on the 500 block of W. Cowlitz St. by the property owner last week.

South Bend City Supervisor Dennis Houk told the Herald Monday morning trees were cut down and the street was blocked off “for safety reasons.” Houk added that the job has already taken “approximately five days.” He said the trees were removed for safety

reasons and the street is still barricaded “and will remain blocked until the job is complete.”

“High winds sheared two different trees on December 6th,” Houk said. “Again, this incident was on private property and the property owners took action to have the remaining potentially hazardous trees removed.”

In South Bend, trees are not removed very often.

“Not too often, the city is not having the hazardous trees taken down. This is on private property,” Houk said, adding that not very

many streets in South Bend are affected by dangerous trees. “Not very many, mostly streets bordering the city limits. The worst areas are the Raymond/ South Bend Road.”

How do you know when a tree is a safety hazard? Houk informed, “Typically an arborist will make that call, unless it is obvious. This was a choice made by the property owner.”

The trees were removed by Chinook Tree service and two city workers were on the job for a couple of hours, according to Houk.

By GEORGE KUNKE geoakunke@gmail.com

Willapa Harbor TriDistrict finished in sixth place of 17 teams at the Doug Makaiwi Memorial Wrestling Tournament at Raymond HS Saturday. The harbor team crowned two champions, including Lucas Swogger and Tyson Portmann.

Shorewood captured the team championship with 226 points over secondplace Kennedy Catholic (214½), Hoquiam (160) was third. Willapa Harbor scored 99 points.

“Willapa Harbor wrestled well against some tough competition,” Willapa Harbor head coach Preston Crow told the Herald. “Many wrestlers were state-ranked, and our team really stepped up and met the challenge.

Portmann (Jr, WVHS) won his title at 145 pounds. Portmann was 4-0 with three pins and a shutout.

“Tyson Portmann beat state-ranked Van Horn from 3A Shorewood for

first place,” Crow said. Swogger (Fr, WVHS) was a champion at 138 pounds, winning all three of his matches by pin. “Lucas Swogger cruised his way through top kids for another top finish,” Crow said.

Carson Borden (Sr, WVHS) finished in third place at 145 pounds. “Carson Borden beat stateranked Andre Martin by pin,” Crow said.

Conner Reyes (So, WVHS) placed third at 152 pounds. Conner Reyes battled back from a 5-point deficit to win by fall in the consolation finals,” Crow said.

Nina Siribun (Fr, RHS) earned a second-place finish in the girls bracket in the 190-to-235-pound weight class. “Nina Siribun lost to a top-ranked Kennedy Catholic wrestler in her finals match”, Crow said. “The match was filled with lots of drama and controversy, which brought the fans to their feet and some onto the mat.”

Hoquiam won the Don

Weisel Team Sportsman award.

Coach Crow thanked “all the sponsors who donated, especially the South Bend Alumni, who have really done a great job showing their support this year. Lots of Willapa Harbor alumni helping run mats and setup the tournament was greatly appreciated in this 17-team tournament.”

The complete team standings included: 1. Shorewood (226), 2. Kennedy Catholic (214½), 3. Hoquiam (160), 4. Tenino (155), 5. Battle Ground (112), 6. Willapa Harbor (99), 7. Adna (88½), 8. Montesano (82), 9. Life Christian Academy (79), 10. Ilwaco (60), 11. Shelton (58), 12. North Beach (52½), 13. Ocosta (40), 14. Muckleshoot Tribal School (31), 15. Renton (29), 16. Chief Leschi (9), 17. Pe Ell (0).

Willapa Harbor has scheduled competitions at the Ocosta Mix and Match tonight and Saturday at the Ilwaco Bash at the Beach.

One razor clam dig set for today at Copalis Beach

There is one razor clam dig left of the three that were good to go by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers. The remaining dig is today at Copalis Beach. The other

two digs took place Saturday and Monday, also at Copalis beach.

“We know this is short notice, but promised to open any beach as soon as we had good results and those able participate will

have some excellent digging,” said WDFW Coastal Shellfish Manager Dan Ayres Friday afternoon. “We’ll continue to closely monitor toxin levels in razor clams and hope to get

Photo by Ezra McCampbell

On Saturday, January 14, at approximately 12:40 p.m. a non-injury roll-over accident occurred on SR 6. The vehicle was going west bound when it struck the concrete guard block as it exited the turn before Cherry Street. After hitting the concrete guard rail the driver lost control and the vehicle went across both lanes and up the embankment. The vehicle rolled over landing back on its wheels in the eastbound lane of SR 6. Raymond Police Department, South Bend Police Department and Raymond Fire Department responded to the scene.

Willapa Harbor Wrestler Nina Siribun, a freshman at Raymond HS, looks for a pin at the Doug Makaiwi Memorial Tournament Saturday at RHS. Siribun finished in second place in the girls 190-235-pound division.

Photo by George Kunke

A truck was destroyed by a fallen tree in the 500 block of West Cowlitz Street in South Bend recently.

Photo by George Kunke

For safety reasons, trees needed to be cut down last week after one fell on a parked truck along the 500 block of West Cowlitz Street in South Bend. The trees were 2-feet and 16-inches in diameter.

South Bend batters Owls 49-19

BY GEORGE KUNKE geoakunke@gmail.com

SOUTH BEND – South Bend rolled over Mary M. Knight 49-19 on Senior Night Saturday at Koplitz Field House. Dakota Bale and Raydynn Morley 10 netted 10 points apiece for SBHS.

“It felt good getting a win,” SBHS head coach Jon Schray told the Herald. “We got some really good minutes out of our swing players tonight. Dakota had a breakout game offensively, hitting double-digit scoring for the first time. We needed a positive game like this, so we can take it into next week looking to face Ocosta to hopefully get a key league win.”

South Bend, 2-13 on the season, was never seriously threathened by the Class 1B Owls (4-7), while leading 15-3 after one quarter, 27-9 at halftime and 39-13 after three quarters of play.

Individual Scoring

MMK (19): Fletcher 6, Zeigler 0, Lohman 4, Cooper 0, Nygard 9, Morris 0.

South Bend (49): Makaylee Kuiken 0, Elli Capps 7, Berklee Morley 0, Mackenzie Kuiken 0, Summer Stigall 6, Dakota Bale 10, Avalyn Stigal 7, Raydynn Morley 10, Fatima Delgado 3, Olivia Milton 0, Ava Pine 2, Sophia Markwell 4, Jaylee Capps 0.

South Bend was defeated at Forks 75-15 last Tuesday (Jan. 17). Forks improved 10-4 and 7-1. No additional information on the game was available.

South Bend, 1-8 in league, traveled to Westport to take on Ocosta (5-10, 3-7) last night, entertains Chief Leschi (8-6, 5-4) tomorrow and visits North Beach (2-12, 1-7) Monday for Pacific 2B League encounters.

Willapa Valley wins three home games

By GEORGE KUNKE geoakunke@gmail.com

MENLO – Solid defense was the key element in Willapa Valley’s league win over rival Pe Ell, 41-25, at Tenoski gym in menlo last Tuesday (Jan. 17). Grace Huber led the winners with 16 points

“We kinda wore ‘em down,” WVHS Head Girls basketball Coach John Peterson told the Herald. “We were gonna double-team Charlie Carper wherever shes goes.

If she goes to concession stand, go with her. If she goes to get a straw for her drink, go with her,” Peterson deadpanned. Carper, who is pe ell’s best player, ended up with only 2 points on 1 for 12 shooting from the floor.

Valley ninth grader Lauren Matlock and senior Brooklyn Patrick both scored 9 points. Patrick turned in her typical solid game with 9 rebounds, 6 steals and 3 assists. Gabby Quezada took down 8 rebounds.

The Vikings led 13-9 after one quarter and then held the trojans to two points in the second quarter for a 2413 halftime lead. Valley won a low scoring second half 17-14.

Pe Ell dropped to 8-6 and 2-5. Phelps led PHS in scoring with 11 points.

Vikings 51, Taholah 33

Huber dropped in 18 points and tallied a double-double with 10 boards and frosh Rilyn Channell came through with 11 to help guide the Vikings past Taholah Thursday night in Menlo. Patrick collected 13 rebounds and dished off 6 assists.

“Taholah is a talented team,” Peterson said. “Defensively, they were very, very good. We were able to ge to the free throw line and we pulled away from them steadily. We kinda got ‘em in the first quarter (12-4 WV lead), but they’re very streaky and it we were only ahead 23-20 at the break. We then held ‘em to four points in the third quarter and nine points in the fourth quarter.

“Defensively, we did a really good job,” Peterson said. “Matlock and Brook were really good and Gaby (8 pts) played her best game. Rilyn Channell hit three 3’s; she got hot. Our defense was the difference. I feel fortunate to beat them. We kinda got ‘em at the end.

The loss for the Chitwhins was only the second on the season after 10 wins.

Vikes 59, TRC 29

A simple switch to man-to-man defense transformed a close game into a blowout. Willapa Valley led only 14-13 after one quarter against visiting Three Rivers Christian when head Coach Peterson made the switch. The Vikings prevailed 59-29 Saturday in a game that was moved up from Jan. 24. Huber paced the offense with 15 points and Hadlee Russell netted 10.

“They came out and they made every shot they took, including three 3’s, one with one second left,” Peterson said. “We then went man-to-man after that.

“We got really good balanced scoring,” peterson said. “I was really pleased. We moved the ball really well. Defensively, we played well after the first quarter.

“Brooklynn (9 pts, 8 assists, 4 steals), she’s just playing really well for us,” Peterson said. “I really like her as a player. She’s been real good for us.

“Lauren Matlock (8 pts), defensively, is just a pain the neck for other people,” Peterson said. “She is so quick and she plays really, really hard.

“We didn’t rebound worth a darn in in our first two games,” Peterson said. “Last night we rebounded well. Running starts with rebounding. We still need to do better than that.”

Lauren Emery added 8 points for the Vikes.

The Eagles are now 5-11 overall and 2-8 in league games. Kelsey Poyner poured in 16 points for TRC.

Willapa Valley (12-5, 8-1) travels to Naselle (7-7, 5-3) tonight, plays at Washington School for the Deaf (2-6, 1-6) Tuesday and closes out the season at home versus Mossyrock (11-2, 7-0) Feb. 2.

“Naselle is a really good team,” Peterson said. “They’re really good in their gym and they have three really good players in (Lauren) Katyryniuk, (Kaylin) Shrives and (Bella) Colombo.”

Derek Fluke, WVHS

“Derek is able to play way bigger than his 6-foot frame this season and is our inside presence or sets the tone for us this year in the paint. We kind of roll on how well Derek plays. Derek is a great student in school and is an outstanding person. I’m glad he is on our team.”

Jay Pearson Head Basketball Coach Willapa Valley HS

Max Crow, SBHS

“Max Crow, having had to sit out the league tournament last season with Covid to end his year, is back to regain his status as a state wrestler. Ranked in the top eight in the state and is making some waves. He will look to be a dominant 152pounder with some strong top three performances.”

Preston Crow Head Wrestling Coach

Jarrod Gunderson, RHS

“Jarrod has been a consistent performer for us all season. He gives his best effort every day in practice and in games. He has developed into one of our leaders as the season has progressed.”

Mike Tully Head Basketball Coach Raymond HS

Photo from Raymond School District Facebook

Congratulations to the Raymond Jr/Sr High School on winning the Tri-District Food Bowl Competition! Our amazing students ran several fundraisers and worked diligently to accumulate 1,663 pounds of food and $4,100.00 for the Food Bank. Go Seagulls!

Vikings stay hot with three wins

BY GEORGE KUNKE geoakunke@gmail.com

MENLO – Powered by 23 points from Riley Pearson, Willapa Valley routed Firm Foundation Christian 69-41 in a Columbia Valley 1B League game at Battle Ground Thursday. It was the fifth straight win for the Vikings.

“It was good to see us take care of business after a long bus trip to Battle Ground and putting this one out of reach in the first quarter,” WVHS Head Boys Basketball Coach Jay Pearson told the Herald. “Every one that went into the game contributed, played well and scored. Riley Pearson led us in scoring with 23 points. Brody Ritzman and Wil Clements lead us in rebounding with nine and eight boards respectively. Garrett Ketton, for the second night in a row, led us in assists with five.”

The Vikings flew out to a 29-11 edge in the opening quarter and never looked back. It was 44-20 at intermission and swelled to 6134 heading into the fourth frame.

Scoring 13 points apiece were Wil Clements and Derek Fluke. Frosh Brody Ritzman collected 9 rebounds and Clements had 8. Garrett Keeton and Clements each handed off 5 assists. Kolten Fluke made 4 steals.

Valley improved to 12-4 in all games and 9-0 in league while FFC dropped to 2-8 and 2-8.

Vikings 47, PHS 28

Willapa Valley’s defense held Pe Ell intact during a 47-28 victory last Tuesday

(Jan. 17) at Tenoski Gym.

“You always tell your players worry about the things like you have control over – like playing great defense and rebounding and deal with what happens the rest of the way,” Coach Pearson said. “Well, tonight was one of those nights. Our shots didn’t fall, something that you can’t control some nights, however you can always control the defensive side of things and that’s what we did, and that’s what won the game for us tonight. Anytime you hold a team to 28 points, you had to do something right.

“For the most part, Pe Ell out-played in almost every aspect of the game except for the final score. They wanted it more, outhustled us by getting almost all of the 50/50 balls, and they just seemed to have a quicker first step than us. They played their tails off and just couldn’t convert on their shots.”

Coach Pearson continued. “Balance scoring throughout our lineup won the game for us on the offensive side of things. We had six players score more than five points. Blane King and Riley Pearson led the way for us in scoring with nine points apiece, followed by Wil Clements (8), Kolten Fluke (7), Derek Fluke (7) and Nathan Fluke with five.

“Blane King was our bright spot of the night versus Pe Ell, as he was one of our leading scorers with nine points despite

playing limited minutes and he handled the ball and attacked the basket against Pe Ell’s press well by either converting with a basket or dishing it to the open guy,” Coach Pearson added.

The Trojans are 6-9 and 4-5 on the season.

Vikes 49, Tenino 44

Willapa Valley chalked up a good non-league win over Class 1A Tenino 4944 last Monday (Jan. 16) in Menlo. The game was rescheduled from Dec. 23.

“This was a great win for us and mostly likely the best quarter play we had all year in that first quarter, as we were firing on cylinders and scored 24 first quarter points,” Coach Pearson said. “We were attacking the basket and getting to the free throw line and we were also able to go inside-out and hit some big 3-point shots. I think for the other three quarters we fell in love with our outside jump shots and quit attacking the basket, resulting in us scoring less the 10 points for the following three quarters of the game.

“Defensively, it was our most complete game of the year,” Coach Pearson added. “Our kids played really hard, did an excellent job of doubling on the inside as Tenino was a much taller team than us and completed the defensive stance by blocking out after every shot. There is no secret in our defensive philosophy, a hand in the face, block out, one shot, one rebound and get the ball out and run. Tonight, we were able to

Lady Gulls topple Ilwaco, Warriors

BY GEORGE KUNKE geoakunke@gmail.com

do that on most defensive possessions.

“Riley Pearson led the way for us tonight in scoring and in rebounding with 20 points and seven rebounds,” Coach Pearson said. “Riley really shot the ball well in the first quarter.

“Wil Clements also put another solid floor game for us scoring 12 points and grabbing seven rebounds as well,” Coach Pearson said. “Wil always plays hard, usually guards the top opponent and always seems to have the ability to put together a solid floor game.

“Kolten Fluke continues to turn the corner and transition from his football game to his basketball game,” Coach Pearson pointed out. “Kolten had nine points, three rebounds and dished out five assists. We feed off Kolten’s play. When he is hustling, diving on the floor to get every lose ball, we usually, as a team, play well. Kolten is also kind of like Wil Clements in usually landing the job of guarding the top opponents’ player.

“Garrett Keeton also played his tail off, and dish out five assists, which is outstanding for a big guy down low.”

The Beavers slipped to 9-6 overall.

The Vikings visited Morton-White Pass (13-2) Monday and hosted Three Rivers Christian (2-11) last night.

Seagulls drop 53-50 decision to first-place Warriors

BY GEORGE KUNKE geoakunke@gmail.com

After mounting a big first half lead, first-place Chief Leschi held off Raymond’s late rally to notch a 53-50 victory Friday night at Seagull gym. Morgan Anderson scored 16 points to lead RHS.

“I was really proud of the way our guys competed against Chief Leschi,” RHS head coach Mike Tully told the Herald. “We struggled to find some offense in the first half, but our defense kept us in the game. We got down 17 early in the third quarter before we started chipping away at their lead. We were down 11 going into the fourth, but we were able to cut the lead down to three midway through the quarter and it stayed a 3-to-6-point game the rest of the way.

“Jarrod Gunderson hit a 3 with 2.3 seconds left to get it to 53-50,” Tully reported. “Skyler Hutson was able to steal the inbounds pass and throw it off a Leschi player to get it back with 0.7 seconds left. Gunderson got an open look from the corner to tie it, but couldn’t hit the shot. It was a great allaround team effort. Hopefully, we can keep the same effort and energy level going for the rest of the season.”

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Chief Leschi, 13-2, 8-0, was in front 17-9 after one quarter and 33-20 at halftime. Raymond outscored CL 30-20 in the second half, including 10-8 in the third frame and 20-12 in the final eight minutes.

Raymond shot 40 percent (18 of 45) from the field and was 11 of 13 (85%) at the charity stripe. The Seagulls hurt themselves with 21 turnovers.

Talen Yearout took down 10 carems and Anderson had 9. Skyler Hutson scored 9 points for the Gulls. Anderson also had 6 thefts.

Fishermen 71, RHS 49

Raymond wasn’t at full strength but still put forth a solid effort during a 71-49 defeat at Ilwaco last Wednesday. Anderson drilled in 27 points for the Seagulls and recorded a double-double with 10 boards.

“Morgan Anderson had another outstanding game with 27 points, 10 rebounds, and five steals,” Tully noted. Ilwaco,(10-5, 7-1) led 15-10, 29-21 and 48-35 after the quarter stops.

Anderson also had 5 steals.

Raymond (8-9, 4-5) visits Forks (5-9, 4-5) tonight and hosts North Beach (4-12, 2-7) Friday.

Raymond put up two important victories in the Pacific 2B League last week by knocking down Ilwaco and Chief Leschi.

In a battle for second place, led by sophomore Karsyn Freeman's 27 points, the Lady Seagulls hooked Ilwaco's Lady Fishermen 54-44 at Seagull gym last Tuesday (Jan. 17). Ninth grader Kassie Koski tallied a double-double with 11 rebounds and 10 points and Kyndal Koski popped in a dozen markers.

“Our kids showed a lot of growth and maturity from the first time playing Ilwaco where we squandered a 12point lead,” RHS Head Girls Basketball Coach Jason Koski told the Herald. “Real proud with how our kids matched the physicality of Ilwaco’s posts (mainly our Alia Enlow and Paige Williams) holding their main three posts (Juliana Fleming, Mikaila Warfield and Olivia McKinstry) to 16 points. Winning the rebound battle was probably the difference and offset our turnover problems.

“Having Kassie come off the bench and record a double-double was a huge lift for us.

“Our kids are really buying into working hard to give themselves a chance to earn victories; this was a good example of that mindset,” Coach Koski added.

Alia Enlow took down 10 rebounds and Freeman had 7. Freeman also made 6 steals.

Also scoring for RHS was Paige Williams with 5.

Raymond committed only 11 turnovers but shot 25 percent from the floor on 15 of 59. The Lady Gulls outrebounded Ilwaco 41-29

Brooklyn Avalon paced IHS with 15 points and 15, McKinstry added 10.

Ilwaco dropped to 12-3 overall and 6-2 in league play.

RHS 63, Warriors 48

Raymond consistently outscored Chief Leschi enroute to a 63-48 victory Thursday night at Puyallup. Kyndal Koski fired in 19 points, Freeman netted 18 and Kassie Koski scored 13.

“After jumping out to an 11-point lead after the first quarter, our offense got stagnant and we missed some easy shots in the second quarter,” Coach Koski said.

“Defensively in the third quarter, we were much more disciplined with Emma Glazier giving us a great spark off the bench and having Kyndal hit three 3’s really gave us a boost on offense. We made just enough free throws down the stretch to put it away. Team rebounding once again was crucial to our success tonight.”

Raymond won the board battle 40-23.

The Lady Gulls led 19-8 after one quarter, 32-28 at halftime and 50-39 heding into the fourth quarter.

Tala Mitchell scored 25 and JoAnne Billie scored 13 for CLHS, which fell to 7-6 and 4-4.

Raymond, now 12-4 and 8-2, hosted first-place Forks (11-4, 8-1) last night on Senior Night, and travels to North Beach (2-12, 1-7) tomorrow. Ilwaco (13-3, 7-2) nipped Forks 54-51 Thursday.

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Obituaries

In Loving Memory of Valentine Edward Klube

Val was born on November 30, 1950 to Frank and Margaret (Amacher) Klube in Raymond, Washington. He graduated from Willapa Valley High School in 1968. After graduation he was drafted into the US Army and served in Vietnam.

After his tour of duty, Val worked as a shovel operator for Howard Wood Logging, Hamilton Logging, and NDC Timer. Val always said it wasn’t a job, it was what he enjoyed doing every day. He was an outdoor man. He liked fishing, hunting, clam digging, driving in the woods looking for animals and places to cut firewood. His leisure time was spent working in his yard, his shop, and grilling meals for the family. His greatest joy was his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents. He is

In Loving Memory of John Clyde Taylor

Valentine Edward Klube survived by his wife Elaine, daughter Kristyna (Paul) Gill, grandson Devin Matthews, brother Ray (Julie) Klube, mother-in-law Shirley Hoffer, sister-in-law Nancy (Ron) Lewis, and many nieces and nephews.

At Val’s request there will not be a service.

Donations may be made to Willapa Harbor Helping Hands, P.O. Box 597, South Bend, WA, 98586, or to any charity of your choice.

In Loving Memory of Bradley Allen Neumeyer

ing fishing. He was very artistic and loved creating music. His dream was to become an audio engineer.

He graduated from South Bend High School in 2012. He attended Washington State University until he returned back over to this side of the state.

Bradley Allen Neumey-

02/05/1994 – 12/04/2022

Our beloved Bradley Allen Neumeyer passed away peacefully on December 4, 2022 at St. Pete’s Medical Center in Olympia, WA. He was born February 5, 1994 in Yakima, WA. Around the age 9, Bradley & his twin brother Michael were adopted by Don & Shirley Luoma. Growing up he loved playing sports and go -

Briefly

Free Meditation Class

After a long, hard battle with multiple health issues, John Clyde Taylor relocated to heaven on Dec. 5, 2022. John was born in Centralia, Washington on May 17, 1945, to Clyde and Lilly (Hanson) Taylor. When he was 5 years old, the family moved to Raymond, Washington where after a brief stay, his mother and father bought the family farm in Baleville, Washington where he spent the rest of his childhood.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, February 14, 2023, in Pacific County, State of Washington, there will be a Special Election for submission to qualified voters the following:

Local Measure

Ocosta School District No. 172 Replacement Educational Programs and Operations Levy

Voter Registration Deadlines:

February 6th – Deadline for new mail-in or online registrations and for transfers or updates to an existing registration is 4:00 p.m.

February 14th - Last day for in-person registration. You must do so in person at the County Auditor’s Office by 8:00 p.m., at 300 Memorial Drive.

Bradley had chosen to be a donor and due to his passing he was able to donate and save six lives.

The family would like to invite all those who knew Bradley to come celebrate his life.

February 5, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. at The Barge Restaurant in Raymond, WA. There will be a potluck style luncheon – please bring a dish or sweet treat to share.

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Get resources and local support at the South Bend Early Learning Center on Thursday, January 19. Scott McDougall from the Pacific County Emergency Management Agency will discuss at home tips and tricks to create evacuation plans. Dinner is from 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Discussion is scheduled from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

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.

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.

Skamokawa Swamp Opera

The Naselle Community Center and Finnish American Folk Festival presents Skamokawa Swamp Opera on Sunday, January 22 at 3:00 p.m. at 14 Parpala Rd. in Naselle. $10 suggested donation at the door. Light refreshments after the show and CDs will be available for purchase.

While growing up in Baleville, many neighborhood kids found their way to the Taylor’s large front yard to play and many good times were spent down along the Willapa River near the mills that his father operated. Part of John’s responsibility growing up was to milk the family cow he affectionately named Larkspur. During milking, he would place his forehead in Larkspur’s flank, sing to her and then after milking, ride her out of the barn. After graduating from Raymond High School in 1963, John enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he met his wife Mary. When John was honorably discharged from the Navy, they made their first home in Centralia on Cherry Street. John found work with Pacific NW Bell, where he spent the favorite time of his career working on the line crew with his long-time partner and friend Dick Lovo. John retired from the phone company when he was 55 years old and started a new chapter in life.

John and Mary lived in Rochester, Washington, where they raised their three children. After retiring, John loved to fish and spent many enjoyable hours on Mayfield Lake in his “12 foot aluminum yacht.” He became a skilled woodworker, making items that he enjoyed taking to the farmers market, and later, intricate intarsia pieces that are now proudly displayed in the homes of family and friends. John and Mary loved working in the yard, and John raised most of all the annuals that adorned their yard in the summer. John was eternally grateful for his friends and neighbors that were there throughout life, and those who were kind enough to help in so many ways as his health deteriorated.

Early in John’s life his mother chose to raise their children at the First Baptist Church in Raymond. After his mother relocated to heaven, John renewed his faith in God and developed a strong relationship with

his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He was active in the Calvary Chapel Tumwater and later in Calvary Chapel Centralia. He loved to help at the church by working there with his tractor, “Jenny,” and by providing snacks and goodies. He arrived early to make sure the coffee was prepared and food was set out, always making sure everything was cleaned up afterwards. John said that God had given him a servant’s heart, something that he very much enjoyed, although he was very quiet about his giving. When John made the decision to stop dialysis, he shared with his family that he was about to start the most incredible journey he would ever undertake. He was confident about his eternal journey and wished such strong faith and hope for everyone.

John is survived by his wife Mary Taylor, and his three children Ross, Susan and Steven. He is also survived by sister Sharon and Gary Teitzel, his twin sister Janice and Rich Aust, his half-brother Jim and Lisa Irish, cousin Joyce and Steve Svinth, cousin Darlene Hill, and many nieces and nephews. John’s ashes were spread at some of his favorite places including Mayfield Lake, the Pacific Ocean and the Willapa River, with his final resting place at the Grand Mound cemetery. While spreading ashes at the Willapa River, a mallard duck swept down close to the dock and then lifted up to head down the river toward the bay. As his sister fulfilled his final wishes of having ashes placed in the river, oddly, the beautifully ribbon package didn’t sink but floated toward the bay following the path of the mallard duck.

A scripture that describes our brother, John, is Psalms 73: 26, New Living Translation.

My health may fail and my spirit may grow weak, But God remains the strength of my heart; He is mine forever. A small service with immediate family will be held.

Legal Public Notice

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR PACIFIC COUNTY

Estate of MELVYN LEON FRANK, Deceased.

Registering to Vote:

By mail - print a registration form from voter.votewa.gov or contact the Auditor’s Office at 360-875-9317

In person – In the County Auditor’s Office at 300 Memorial Dr, South Bend or 7013 Sandridge Rd, Long Beach.

Online – go to voter.votewa.gov

Ballots will be mailed to all active voters in the Ocosta School District, 18 days before the election.

If you do not receive your ballot, please contact the Auditor’s Office at 360-875-9317 to obtain a replacement ballot or print one at voter.votewa.gov

The following ballot drop box locations are available 24 hours a day beginning on January 27th, closing promptly at 8 p.m. on Election night, February 14th.

South Bend County Courthouse, 300 Memorial Drive Tokeland Tribal Center, 2373 Tokeland Road

Accessible voting equipment is available at the South Bend Auditor’s Office, 300 Memorial Drive, beginning January 27th, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and on Election Day only from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

MEETING NOTICES

The Pacific County Canvassing Board, or its designated representatives, will convene on Wednesday January 31st at 9:30 a.m., and each day thereafter as necessary until Election Day.

The board will examine ballots, determine the status of provisional and challenged ballots and perform other canvassing duties. These meetings will continue until certification day, Friday February 24th.

The canvassing board will meet to certify the election results on Thursday February 23rd and again on Friday, February 24th, at 10:00 a.m. both days.

The official Logic and Accuracy test of the vote tallying system will take place at Tuesday January 17th at 10:00 a.m.

The above meetings will be held in the Elections Room at the Auditor’s Office, located at, 300 Memorial Dr, South Bend.

This notice is published in accordance with RCW 29A.60.140, RCW 29.60.160 and RCW 42.30.080.

Signed and sealed on January 9, 2023

Joyce Kidd Pacific County Auditor And Ex Officio of Elections

Publish: January 25, 2023

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Crystal Meth Anonymous Meeting

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.

NO. 23-4-00003-25

PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030)

The above Court has appointed me a Personal Representative of Decedent’s estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must present the claim: (a) Before th time when the claim would be barred by any applicable statute of limitations, and (b) In the manner provided in RCW

11.40.070: (i) By filing the original of the claim with the foregoing Court, and (ii) By serving on or mailing to me at the address below a copy of the claim. The claim must be presented by the later of: (a) Thirty (30) days after I served or mailed this Notice as provided in RCW 11.40.020(1)(c), or (b) Four (4) months after the date of first publication of this Notice. If the claim is not presented within this time period, the claim will be forever barred except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective for claims against both the Decedent’s probate and non-probate assets.

Date of First Publication of this Notice: January 18, 2023

Connie Lee Rae Personal Representative

Publish: January 18, 25 and February 1, 2023 89623

John Clyde Taylor

South

Driftwood and Daffodils

The Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum in Ilwaco presents the inaugural Driftwood and Daffodils event on March 30 through April 1. It’s reviving a popular event from the mid 20th century and is part contest, part show.

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Long Beach, Twin Harbors and Mocrocks reopened as soon as clams are safe to eat.”

The following dig today during evening (p.m.) low tides will proceed as scheduled:

* Jan. 25, Wednesday, 9:16 p.m.; -0.2 feet; Copalis only.

The Washington Department of Health (WDOH) labs indicate domoic acid levels at Long Beach, Twin Harbors, and Mocrocks beaches were still above the health guideline levels.

Domoic acid, a natural toxin produced by certain types of marine algae, can be harmful or fatal if consumed in sufficient quantities. WDFW shellfish staff will continue to regularly dig test samples of razor clams to monitor the situation.The WDOH requires two test samples taken 10 days apart, must fall under the health guideline level before a beach can reopen for razor clam digging.

WDFW will announce future digging opportunities when marine toxin

Enter your best daffodils, flower arrangements, and driftwood finds in one or more categories. Registrations accepted until March 29. Join us for a Spring Daffodil Tea on Saturday, April 1 for a curated selection of teas, sweets,

tests show it is safe to do so. More information about domoic acid, as well as current levels at ocean beaches, can be found on WDFW’s domoic acid webpage.

The daily limit is 15 razor clams per person. Under state law, a daily limit consists of the first 15 clams dug regardless of size or condition, and each digger’s clams must be kept in a separate container. Digging is prohibited in the razor clam reserve located just south of the Ocean City approach on Copalis, which are marked by 10foot poles with signs. The most successful digging occurs between one and two hours before the listed time of low tide.

All diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable fishing license to harvest razor clams on any beach. Licenses may be purchased on WDFW’s licensing website, and from hundreds of license vendors around the state. WDFW recommends buying your license before visiting coastal beach communities.

and savories. Seating at 11:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., $25 per person, reservations required. Call 360642-3446. Wear your best spring hat!

More information available online at www. ColumbiaPacificHeritageMuseum.org.

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SUNY New Paltz congratulates Brooke Bednarek

NEW PALTZ, NY -

SUNY New Paltz is proud to congratulate Brooke Bednarek of Raymond for being named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2022 semester. Well done!

Dean’s List designation

is reserved for students who excel academically and earn at least a 3.3 grade-point average in a semester with a full-time course load. Located in the heart of a dynamic college town,

ninety minutes from metropolitan New York City, the State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective university of about 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students.

Working families tax credit helps families succeed

Pacific County Immigrant Support (PCIS) is leading Pacific County outreach efforts to inform residents of the new WA Working Families Tax Credit. Together with project partner El Centro NW, PCIS is hosting a series of free Saturday events from February 4 to April 8 in Raymond and Ilwaco where a Federal tax return and tax credit applications can be completed.

Clinics start Saturday, February 4 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Ray -

mond Timberland Library (507 Duryea St) and the Ilwaco Timberland Library (158 First Ave. N). An appointment is required and can be scheduled by calling 888-306-0547 or emailing info@pcisupport.org

The Working Families Tax Credit is a new tax refund (ranging from $50 to $1200) that helps Washington workers and their families get more money back at tax time. The refund returns a portion of sales tax paid each year and is

modeled after the federal Earned Income Tax Credit program.

The purpose of the Working Families Tax Credit is to stimulate the local economy, promote racial equity, and support the financial stability and well-being of low-tomoderate income Washington residents and their families.

The Tax credit is available to all adult residents with either a Social Security Number or ITIN

(Individual Taxpayer Identification Number – ITIN). Tax credit applications can be submitted any time during 2023, including after the traditional April 15 tax filing deadline.

PCIS was the sole Pacific County agency funded by the Washington Department of Commerce to conduct tax credit community outreach. Learn more at the PCIS tax credit webpage or at Washington DOR’s Working Families Tax Credit website.

Peninsula Poverty Response near the end of January

Project Community Connect (PCC) is happening on Thursday, January 26 at the Elks Lodge in Long Beach from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. PCC is a yearly event that provides non- and lowincome guests with free goods and services.

Local, state, and national agencies provide opportunities to sign-up for SNAP

benefits (food coupons), housing assistance, and other services, and access veterans services and educational services. Free medical, dental, vision services are available, as well as veterinary care for animal companions. Guests spend the day with a guide who helps them navigate the event. Participants are offered a warm meal and a haircut. Additionally, they

are provided with a connection to fellow community members who genuinely care about their well-being.

You can be a part of PCC by volunteering. Many volunteer positions are available, including set-up and take down, serving as a guide, meal prep, assisting with pets, haircuts, and medical services. You can volunteer for a half day or

a full day. Go to https:// peninsulapovertyresponse. org/pcc-volunteer-form to complete a volunteer application.

Are you a vendor who might be interested in participating in the event? Go to https://peninsulapovertyresponse.org/pcc-vendor-form to complete and submit a vendor application.