Willapa Harbor Herald and Pacific County Press November 23, 2022

Man shot in arm by hunter at his residence

By GEORGE KUNKE, geoakunke@gmail.com

BROOKLyN – An 80year-old man was shot in the arm in the Brooklyn area northeast of Pacific County by a hunter hunting elk in the nearby area. The incident oc curred at approximately 5:45 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 10. At press time (Monday), no charges had been filed.

According to Region 6 Enforcement Captain Dan Chadwick of the Washing ton Department of Fish and Wildlife Law Enforcement Program, “WDFW Officers along with Pacific County Deputies were alerted to an incident that involved a man being shot at his residence.” The man “was injured in the arm by a bullet while he was working on a vehicle in his yard.” He “received medical treatment for his wound and was released from the hospi tal later that day.”

Captain Chadwick said, “Preliminary information provided to police was that he had been working on a car at his residence when he heard a loud noise and noticed pain and blood in his left arm. As he headed for the house, he heard a gun shot in the distance. At that time the victim was not sure if he had been hit by a bullet or was hurt by something in the car. WDFW Officers responded to the hospital and to the scene along with

a Pacific County Deputy. It was determined the injury was the result of a bullet wound.

“Later that day Pacific County dispatch received a call from a local hunter who had been in the area hunting elk near the prop erty,” Chadwick continued.

“Officers responded and in terviewed the individual and learned that there had been a herd of elk in a nearby field near the victim’s property, and several shots had been taken at the elk. The elk was wounded and harvested the following day by unrelated hunters. Officers were able to retrieve bullets from the elk.

“During a search of the area near where the victim was working on the car using a metal detector, the bullet with fabric from the shirt the victim was wearing was also located,” Chadwick in formed. “The investigation is still ongoing, evidence will be sent to the crime lab for further analysis.”

No charges had been filed against the shooter, accord ing to Chadwick. “I do not have any further updates regarding this incident,” Chadwick told the Herald Monday morning.

Under Washington State Law, though a shooting may be accidental, charges for negligence can be applied against a shooter.

Patty Murray likely to be the first woman to serve as Senate President Pro Tempore

term. This makes Murray the first woman to hold the position and puts her third in line for succes sion to the presidency.

The Senate President Pro Tem presides over the Senate in the absence of the Vice President.

Chinook Fire was “human caused”

By GEORGE KUNKE, geoakunke@gmail.com

CHINOOK – Local firefighters are fighting off an intense “wildfire near Chinook,” according to Director of the Pacific County Emergency Management Agency Scott McDougall. As of Monday morning, there were no closures in place and there were no evacuations. The Chinook Fire is approximately 139 acres with potential for growth with Containment at 43 percent. There is also a smaller fire, the Brix Fire, which is 8.5 acres and is “in patrol status.”

This fire will not be extinguished for some time,” McDougall told the Herald Monday morning. However, rain was expected to start Monday evening and extend through the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, which is an asset to firefighters. “The fire is approximately one mile northeast of the Chinook Valley Road.”

The Washington State Department of Natural Re

sources (DNR) informed the fire was first estimated to be 35 acres early last Friday afternoon, but after better additional mapping of the fire, the acreage increased to 55½ early Friday evening. According to the DNR, the fire was “human caused,” adding, “a rare mid-November wildfire broke out less than a mile east of the town of Chinook in Pacific County (last) Tuesday (Nov. 15) morning, driven by dry fuels and high winds.”

Director McDougall answered several questions from the Herald about the fire.

“On Tuesday (Nov. 15), level one evacuation, “get ready,” orders were issued for the Chinook,” McDougall said. “Those orders were lifted on Wednesday afternoon at 2 pm.

“Wednesday and Thursday there were 90 firefight ers on scene, including two from Pacific County Fire

a rash of roll over accidents last week

By Ka REN S. Ca R t ER

Last week Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced the decision to nominate Senator Patty Murry, D-Wash, to be the next Senate President Pro Tem at a Democratic lunch Wednesday, No vember 16. Murray was just elected into her sixth

Some of the position’s responsibilities, along with the House Speaker, includes appointing the director of the Congres sional Budget Office and appointing the Senate Legislative and Legal Counsels.

The appointment will need the okay of the Sen ate Democrats who meet December 8 to formally make the decision. This position puts her in line after the Vice President and House Speaker to succeed President Joe Biden.

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Titans advance to Final Four after knockout win State Semifinals Sat.

By GEORGE KUNKE, geoakunke@gmail.com

The Titans advanced to Class 2B State Football semifinals in convincing style. For the second time this season, Pe Ell-Willa pa Valley defeated rival Raymond-South bend –this time more dominating than the first tilt a month ago – during a 34-13 state quarterfinal victory at Mon tesano HS on a chilly Friday night.

Pe Ell-Willapa Valley's defense dominated the line of scrimmage and junior halfback Blake Howard gained 162 all-purpose

Photo courtesy of the Pacific County Fire District #3 Facebook Two wildfires have been burning near Chinook since last Tuesday, November 15. Local firefighters have been combating the blazes

Senator Patty Murry, D-Wash,

Photo by Ezra McCampbell

At approximately 5:30 a.m. on November 15 Grays Harbor County Dispatch requested that a Raymond Fire Department Ambulance respond to a one vehicle roll over accident near MP 70 on Hwy 101. A Grays Harbor Sheriff Deputy, Grays Harbor Fire Department and Ambulance were also on scene. The Grays Harbor Side of the hill at mile marker 70 was very icy and may have contributed to the roll over accident. The driver was transported to Grays Harbor Hospital by Raymond Fire Department Ambulance. Earlier that morning around 1:00 a.m. there was also another single vehicle roll over accident near MP 24 on Hwy 101.

Photo by Ezra McCampbell

At approximately 7:45 p.m. on November 18 a single vehicle roll over injury accident occurred on a logging road off of Rue Creek Road near Menlo. The two occupants of the vehicle were out of the vehicle when law enforcement officers arrived on the scene. One of the occupants of the rolled over vehicle was transported to Willapa Harbor Hospital. The other occupant of the vehicle was observed to be intoxicated by a Law Enforcement officer at the scene of the accident.

Photo Courtesy Larry Bale

Pe Ell-Willapa Valley’s Blake Howard rambles for good yardage versus Raymond-South Bend Friday night at Montesano HS.

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yards, including 120 rushing. Pe Ell-Willapa Valley sophomore Cody Strozyk turned in a killer game on defense with a blocked punt for a touchdown, a fumble recovery and 12 tackles (7 solo efforts).

“We were just thrilled to win,” Pe Ell-Willapa Valley Assistant football Coach John Peterson told the Herald “That was amazing with all four of our little communities bunched there with two very good teams going at each other. We were really physical at the point of attack. Our special teams were really good – very impressive. Cody Strozyk blocked a punt and scored a touchdown. Garrett Keeton kicked two field goals. We didn't turn the ball over at all. Our ability to burn clocks was really, really important. The Reidinger kid is amazing. Ferrill Johnson, the last couple of weeks has been incredible. You can't let them get in open field. One of keys is we slowed the game down. We can't play fast like that. They can score in an instant.”

Raymond-South Bend Assistant Football Coach Mike Tully offered his take on the game.

“Unfortunately for us, it was a bit of a replay from the first game (Sept. 15, a 28-14 PWV win),” Tully told the Herald. “We simply made too many mistakes to win this type of game. You really have to give Pe Ell-Willapa Valley credit. They were more physical than us and didn't turn the ball over. We were able to move the ball at times, but it seemed like we would inevitably commit a turnover or miss a couple blocking assignments and stall out on a drive. While it is a disappointing way to end the season, we are proud of the season we had.”

Coach Peterson singled out several Titan players that excelled. “Blake Howard was amazing. Wil (Clements) was really good. Connor Keeton played really well. Owen (Little) had a big fumble recovery. Cody Strozyk was very, very good. He recovered a fumble and scored a touchdown on it. Turnovers in a game like that are huge.

“They came out after halftime and just way-laid us, and went down the field and scored,” Peterson noted. “Then we were leading 27-13, and they were making a drive and Kolton Fluke managed to get 'em stopped.”

No. 1 Okanogan Lurks

The Titans (8-3) will face No. 1 ranked (RPI) Oka nogan Saturday in a noon kickoff at the Apple Bowl in downtown Wenatchee. The other semifinal matchup pits Napavine against Jenkins (Chewelah) at Tumwater District stadium )1pm, Sat.) The Tigers, 11-0, ripped the Liberty (Spangle) Lancers (8-3), 55-7 Saturday afternoon at Tumwater. The Jenkins Cougars (8-2) were 36-0 victors over the Toledo Riverhawks (9-2) Saturday.

Okanogan obliterated Onalaska (6-6), 55-0, Saturday afternoon at that same field. The Bulldogs are 11-0 with its closest margin of victory being 27 points (34-7) against Omak (Sept. 16). Okanogan is huge to say the least with 11 players weighing in at more than 200 pounds and six more than 235 pounds, and two student-athletes listed at 300 and 330 pounds.

Led by senior running backs Johnny Swartsel (884 yds) and Taggert Grooms (720 yds), the Bulldogs have rushed for 3,444 yards with an average of 9.12 ypc. Sophomore quarterback Carter Kuchenbuch has passed for 882 yards on 55 of 109 with 15 TDs and only 1 interception. Two of OHM's better linemen are Joseph Cates (Sr, 6-3, 260) and Braydon White (So, 5-10, 265).

“They are averaging 52½ points a game,” Peterson said. “They are huge. They are massive. They're very

well coached. Offensively, they're a power team. They run shotgun. They run a wing. They run a 3-5 stack on defense. (Carson) Boesel (Sr. WR/DB) is one of the best athletes in the state of Washington – just a fantastic ath lete. You should see him play basketball. Their running back is really good, too. It's gonna be a steep hill.”

Titans Tough on D

The Titans recovered 3 Raven fumbles, including one each by Strozyk, Connor “cheese” Keeton and Owen Little. Kolton Fluke racked up 9 total with 7 individual stops.

Raymond-South Bend senior halfback Tyler Reidinger rushed for 109 yards on 19 carries, The Ravens netted 190 yards on the ground. Ferrell Johnson added 50 yards on 6 attempts. The Titans collected 206 yards rushing. Strozyk gained 36 tough yards on a dozen totes and Wil Clements added 34 yards on 7 carries with a TD. Fluke scored a TD on a 4-yard run.

Fluke passed for 76 and a touchdown on 4 of 5. Tyson Portmann grabbed 2 balls for 45 yards and a score and Howard made 2 catches for 31 yds and a touchdown. Raven quarterback Austin Snodgrass was 2 of 7 for 27 yards and 2 scores. Johnson caught a pass for a 22-yard touchdown and Kai Heuy had a 5-yard TD reception.

Pe Ell-Willapa Valley's offense kept the ball away from RSB's vaunted offense. PWV ran 52 plays from scrimmage compared to 45 for RSB. The Titans forced the Ravens to make 83 tackles on defense compared to 50 tackles of their own.

Robert Stigall, a SBHS junior, was all-over-the-place on defense for RSB with 21 tackles, including 10 solo jobs. Reidinger made 12 tackles and Iyven Perez and Skyler Hutson added 11 and 10 respectively.

“The atmosphere was awesome,” Peterson added. “Both (teams) brought a lot of people. The cheerleaders, the bands, and the fans; that's what makes Friday nights special.”

The Ravens closed out the season with a record of 9-3 under head coach Luke Abbott.

“The program made huge strides this year,” Tully said. “After going 3-7 last year, to go 9-3 and make the state quarterfinals is amazing. We had a lot of guys in the weightroom and at camp over the summer, which really helped us turn things around. Hopefully we can keep it going and keep improving as a program.

“We are losing some key seniors that were a big part of the turnaround,” Tully said. “Guys like Ty Reidinger, Malachi Duckworth, Skyler Hutson, Iyven Perez, Kai Heuy, Daniel Medeiros, Jaime Medina, and Trevor Toe pelt are going to be tough to replace. Luckily, we do have quite a few starters returning at key positions on both sides of the ball. If we can continue to develop some of our younger guys, we could be pretty competitive again next year.”

Scoring Summary PWV, 6:09: Garrett Keeton, 30-yard field goal.

PWV, 4:26: Cody Strozyk, 22-yard blocked punt for a touchdown; Keeton kick.

Second Quarter RSB. 9:00: Ferrill Johnson, 22-yard pass from Austin Snodgrass; 2-point run stopped.

PWV, 2:28: Keeton, 35-yard field goal.

PWV, :15: Tyson Portmann, 20-yard pass from Kol ton Fluke; kick no good.

Third Quarter RSB, 7:48: Kai Huey, 5-yard pass from Snodgrass;

Ashton Kongboukay.

PWV: 1:13: Wil Clements, 8-yd run; Strozyk 2-pt run.

Fourth Quarter PWV, 2:41: Kolton Fluke, 1-yd run; Keeton kick.

Titan Leaders All-Purpose Yards: Blake Howard, 1,199; Derek Fluke, 567; Rushing Yards: Blake How ard, 648; Cody Strozyk, 359; Wil Clements, 350; Kolton Fluke, 341; Passing yards: Kolton Fluke, 511; Recep tions: Derek Fluke, 11.

Reidinger earns WIAA honor

of the Week last Thurs day. Reidinger was hon ored for his game versus Goldendale in the state quarterfinals on Novem ber 12.

BY GEORGE KUNKE, geoakunke@ gmail.com

SOUTH BEND – Ty ler Reiinger, a senior at South Bend HS, was named as one of a dozen weekly WIAA Athlete's

Reidinger competed brilliantly on offense and defense during Ray mond-South Bend's vic tory over Goldendale. He ambushed his way to 158 yards on 28 rushes and the game's clinch ing touchdown with 42 seconds left. He carried the ball 11 times for 67 yards on the final drive.

Reidinger racked up a game-high 17 total tack les on defense, including 12 solos, 4½ for loss and one sack.

Good Sports of the Week

Willapa Valley Viking Volleyball

Notice is hereby given that the Raymond Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing at approximately 5 PM on December 13, 2022, inside Raymond City Hall, 230 Second Street, Raymond, WA, 98577. The purpose of the hearing is to receive and review public comments on the proposed update required by the Growth Management Act (GMA), Chapter 36.70A RCW, to the City of Raymond

00161.

Any interested person is encouraged to attend and may submit oral or written comments at the hearing. If unable to attend, written comments may be submitted to City of Raymond,

Attn: GMA/SMP Update, 230 Second Street, Raymond, WA 98577. Written comments must be received by the City of Raymond by 4:00 PM on December 6, 2022.

This facility is considered barrier free and ADA accessible. A copy of the proposed updates are available for review at City Hall upon request, on the city webpage at: cityofraymond. com, or by calling 360-942-4100.

Publish: November 23, 2022

City of Raymond NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Comprehensive Plan and required by Washington State Master Program Approval/Amendment Procedures and Master program Guidelines, Chapter 173-26 WAC, for the City of Raymond Shoreline Management Program (SMP). These mandatory updates are funded as follows: GMA Update by a Community Development Planning Only Block Grant, Contract No. 21-62210-023; and SMP Department of Ecology Grant, Agreement No. SEASMP-2123-CiRaym-

“The Willapa Harbor Herald proudly salutes the Willapa Valley volleyball team for qualifying to the Class 1B State Volleyball Tournament under head coach Karisa Makaiwi Hodel. The Vikings ended the season with a record of 15-8. Student-athletes for the Vikings included (front, from left) Lauren Matlock, Rilyn Channell, Ella Petit, Lauryn McGough, Gabby Quezada and Jill Hodel. In back from left are: Samantha Sheary, Paislee Hurley, Lorelei Smaciarz, Grace Huber and Alana Neva.”

Photo Courtesy WIAA

Tyler Reiinger

$32.5 million in grants from new Small Business Innovation Fund

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The Port of Willapa Harbor in Raymond received a grant for the accelerator program.

In all, funding will support at least 22 projects across Washington state focused on increasing programs and services to help meet the needs of underserved commu nities, businesses, entrepreneurs. The Washington State Department of Commerce monday (Nov. 21) announced 22 projects conditionally awarded Small Business In novation Fund (SBIF) grants ranging from $500,000 to $5 million. In addition to the Port of Willapa Harbor, the total $32.5 million awarded will fund a variety of activities, including: small business incubators and accelerators, • support for local procurement initiatives, • improvements to physical workspaces in response • to public health requirements or acts of vandal ism, support for small business competitiveness pro • grams focused on hiring and retention, and projects that increase the ability of a small business • to succeed and thrive.

The Small Business Innovation Fund supports commu nity-based programs and services that meet the needs of BIPOC entrepreneurs, women-owned small businesses, and businesses located in underserved, low-income and rural parts of the state.

The following organizations and projects have been conditionally awarded grants to provide the programs and services:

OLYMPIA – The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is looking for feedback on the Department's draft Coastal Steel head Proviso Implementation Plan.

As required by the Legislature in the 2021-2023 budget, the proviso directed the Department to develop a plan to protect steelhead for each river system of Grays Harbor, Willapa Bay, and coastal Olympic Peninsula. The public can comment online through Nov. 20, and WDFW will submit the plan to the Legislature in December.

"The Department feels it's ex tremely important to include public feedback as part of this process," said Kelly Cunningham, WDFW fish program director. "We encourage the public to dig into the draft plan and share their perspectives with us so that we can incorporate their feedback as we finalize the report."

The plan includes guidelines and information about recreational fishery regulations, monitoring and evalu ation, hatchery operations, habitat restoration, economic vitality, and other considerations. Other plan ele

Center for Inclusive Entrepreneurship, Seattle – • incubator program

Chelan Douglas Regional Port Authority, East • Wenatchee – incubator program

City of Goldendale – funding for business im • provements and repairs

City of Tacoma – competitiveness programs •

Clallam County Economic Development Council, • Port Angeles, competitiveness programs Colfax Downtown Association – incubator pro • gram

Composite Recycling Technology Center (CRTC), • Port Angeles, various initiatives Economic Development Board for Tacoma-Pierce • County, accelerator program

Latino Community Fund of Washington State, • Seattle – accelerator program

Multi-Ethnic Business Association (AHANA), • Spokane – incubator program

Muslim American Youth Foundation, Burien – • accelerator program

Native Funds, Chelan – accelerator program • Opportunity Council, Bellingham – accelerator • program

Rainier Beach Community Empowerment Coali • tion (Rainier Beach Action Coalition), Seattle – accelerator

Spokane Independent Metro Business Alliance • (SIMBA), Spokane – competitiveness programs

ments include budget projections and critical research needed for successful implementation. It also details a com munications strategy to enhance public awareness about coastal steelhead management.

The draft plan was informed with feedback from WDFW's Ad-Hoc Coastal Steelhead Advisory Group, which has been meeting publicly over the past year. Its final meeting is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 15 in room 172 of the Natural Resources Building in Olympia. The meeting will also be available virtually via Zoom. More information about the group and upcoming meeting details are available on WDFW's Ad-Hoc Coastal Steelhead Advisory Group webpage.

To review the draft plan and com ment online, visit WDFW's website.

Members of the public who have limited or no internet connection may also mail written comments to: WDFW Coastal Region office 48 Devonshire Road Montesano, WA 98563

On Nov. 17, WDFW staff will brief

the Fish and Wildlife Commission's Fish Committee about the latest up dates associated with coastal steelhead pre-season planning and the develop ment of the Coastal Steelhead Proviso Implementation Plan. The Commission will also receive a briefing during its Dec. 8-10 hybrid meeting in Clarkston. More information is available on the Commission web page.

In addition to this work, WDFW is also hosting a Nov. 28 virtual town hall, which marks the third meeting in a three-part series, intended to gather feedback as part of a separate process associated with 2022-2023 coastal steelhead pre-season planning. More information is available on the De partment's website. Pending funding, WDFW anticipates plan implementa tion will begin with the 2023-2024 coastal steelhead season.

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife works to preserve, protect and perpetuate fish, wildlife and ecosystems while providing sus tainable fish and wildlife recreational and commercial opportunities.

Thurston Economic Development Council, Lacey

– funding for improvements and repairs

Town of Odessa – funding for improvements and • repairs

Tri-cities Diversity and Inclusion Council, Rich

• land – incubator program

University District Partnership, Seattle – funding • for improvements and repairs

Downtown Walla Walla Foundation – incubator

• program

• Washington), Bothell – incubator program

Washington Manufacturing Services (Impact

“We received an unprecedented amount of funding requests,” said Linda Womack, Managing Director of Small Business Finance and Community Support. “The selected pool of organizations represents a wide range of projects that will help small businesses across the state access innovative new programs and services to help them build and grow.”

Commerce received over 120 proposals which were scored according to project opportunity, outcome, solution, project readiness, management and overall budget. Final award considerations included equitable and geographic distribution of the funding, the project’s alignment with the legislation, and applicant location vs. service area. The department is currently negotiating final contract terms with the grantees.

Public Notice • Public Notice Legal Public Notice

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE #1582

On the 14th day of November, 2022, the City Council of the City of South Bend passed Ordinance #1582. A summary of the content of said ordinance, consisting of the title, provides as follows:

AN ORDINANCE FOR THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, WASHINGTON LEVYING A TAX ON REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, WASHINGTON, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2023

The full text of this ordinance will be mailed upon request.

DATED this 15th day of November, 2022

Zoe Sowa Zoe Sowa, Clerk/Treasurer Publish: 11/23/2022 89436

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conditional use. Additional duties may include other types of matters referred by the City of Westport involving unusual or complex land use cases. Compensation and conditions are subject to a contract to be established between the City of Westport and the successful candidate. The City of Westport will accept a statement of qualifications, including past-experience and references until Friday, December 2nd, at 5:00 p.m.

experience in a healthcare setting, 2-3 years lead or supervisory experience, medical terminology, computer skills & thorough knowledge of hospital admitting functions. Please go to willapaharborhospital. com to fill out an application or contact Dustie Franks at dfranks@willapa.net. EOE.

Chief Financial Officer

Nursing Positions Open

RN, CNA & HUC’s needed with acute care experience, ER and Med/Surg. Days, nights, weekends, and holidays will vary. Must have a WA license. For an application, please go to www.willapaharborhospital. com or contact Dustie Franks at dfranks@willapa.net. EOE.

Seeking MT or MLT

Full-time MLT/MT needed. Day/evening shift, rotate weekends and on call. Previous Micro & hospital experience required. Must have current MA Phlebotomist Certification. For an application, please go to www.willapaharborhospital. com or email Dustie Franks at dfranks@willapa.net. EOE.

available at www.co.pacific. wa.us/employment. Please send a resume, cover letter and online employment application to rgoodin@ co.pacific.wa.us or drop off in the office at 300 Memorial Dr, South Bend.

Position will remain open until filled.

Part Time Director $18,000 - $22,000 per year salary based on 20 hour work week

Eklund Park: 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment for rent. $675/month. First, last, plus $500 deposit. Includes water, sewer, garbage. Nonsmoker. Call Nancy: 360-631-1962. SURPLUS

For a complete description of the position see Westport Municipal Code 2.26 at www.ci.westport.wa.us. The statement of qualifications may be mailed to City of Westport, Attn: Margo Tackett, P O Box 505, Westport, WA 98595.

Court Clerk

Municipal Court City of Aberdeen $4,079-4,964 per month plus benefits. Additional information and required application materials available at https:// www.governmentjobs.com/ careers/aberdeenwa/ Closes 11/28/22. EOE.

Patient Access Supervisor

Seeking a full-time Chief Financial Officer. The CFO is responsible for all the functions related to the financial operations of a hospital. These responsibilities include the accounting, insurance, financial systems, and auditing of all medical departments. Information is gathered and analyzed to ensure operations are within budget, and to determine how to allocate funds to various areas. Detailed reports are created and reported to Department Managers and Board of Directors. The CFO is a member of the senior leadership team of the hospital.

2. 360-875-9418.

City of Westport Soliciting for A Hearings

Examiner

The City of Westport is seeking an experienced Public Hearings Examiner.

Requirements: The successful candidate will have demonstrated substantial experience in the field of land

Full-time Patient Access Supervisor needed (full benefits included). Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm, may include some weekend & evening shifts.

Act as the Registration Department leader, directly supervising registration employees and carry out all responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies and procedures. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, three years’

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field required, along with supervisory experience. Minimum of three years’ experience in Healthcare Management with budget emphasis.

To apply please go to https:// willapaharborhospital.com or contact Dustie Franks at dfranks@willapa.net. EOE.

Looking for cooks! Apply in person Mon-Sat, 11am-5pm at Big Nick’s Pizza, 706 Willapa Place, Raymond.

Seeking ARNP

Willapa Harbor Hospital Health system is seeking a part-time family nurse practitioner to join the team at Willapa Medical Clinic’s weekend care clinic, Saturday & Sunday (12/hr. shifts). This position has a full competitive benefit package.

A great mixture of autonomy however, with a 24hour Emergency Department Physician consultation. Requires assessment of chief complaints, clinical decision making and appropriate diagnostics, treatments or referrals. Must be licensed in WA State.

For an application, please go to www. willapaharborhospital.com or email Dustie Franks at dfranks@willapa.net. EOE.

Help wanted

Pacific Transit System needs CDL drivers. Must be able to pass a drug screen. No CDL? Call us! 360-8759418 or at https://www. pacifictransit.org/jobs.

Office Assistant Needed

Immediate job opening with a local CPA firm located in South Bend. Job details include assisting with front office staff. Hours are 8-5 Monday through Friday including some Saturdays during the busy season. Competitive pay and benefits included after probationary period.

Please send resume to ngoodin@willapabay.org

The Willapa Harbor Chamber of Commerce is seeking a service oriented, outgoing, creative leader to fill the part time Director position. This position is based in South Bend/ Raymond Washington. For complete job description or to apply with your resume and cover letter please email info@ willapaharbor.org or to Willapa Harbor Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 1249, South Bend, WA 98586

APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:00 PM WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2022.

Pacific County Treasurer’s Office is seeking a full-time JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT.

Qualified applicants must have a can-do attitude, good communication skills, attention to detail and be a team player. This position includes working with the public, junior taxing districts and other county offices. Prior banking experience is preferred. This position is based out of the South Bend Courthouse, but will include occasional travel to the Long Beach Annex.

This position is represented by Pacific County Local 367-C. Salary range is $3278$4219, plus benefits package. A complete job description is

The Willapa Harbor Chamber of Commerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

zoning regulations, long sub-divisions, critical

shoreline master

determinations related to variance and

WDFW seeks public input on draft long-term plan to protect Grays Harbor, Willapa Bay, and coastal Olympic Peninsula steelhead

King tide viewers urged to share photos on MyCoast

Crowdsourced photos will help flooding, erosion, and sea level

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infrastructure projects and research in Pacific and Wahkiakum Counties

King tides are naturally occurring tidal events that bring high water levels to local shores. King tides will occur monthly in November through January. Researchers throughout the region aim to utilize king tides to visualize sea level rise impacts and are calling on the community for help. Community members can contribute to the research efforts by sharing photos of king tides’ impacts to infra structure, habitats, homes, and other places of interest. Researchers request that these photos are uploaded to the free MyCoast phone app or MyCoast.org/WA website.

With adequate precautions, photographing king tides can be an exciting experience. Viewers are encouraged to stay off beaches, cliffs, and other low-lying areas, and never turn their back to the ocean to ensure safe, success ful king tide viewing experiences.

Researchers will host a 30-minute webinar on Zoom on Tuesday, November 22, at 6 p.m. for community members interested in more information about how crowdsourced photos submitted to MyCoast.org/WA website or the MyCoast phone app will assist local projects. Webinar access: www.bit.ly/kingtides2022-23

“King tides provide a glimpse of how sea level rise can affect our region,” stated Jackson Blalock, Community Engagement Specialist at Washington Sea Grant. “To day’s flooding or erosion problems will likely get worse with sea level rise, so photos from community members

can ensure that planning for the future also addresses today’s priorities.”

King tides documented by community members on the MyCoast.org/WA website or MyCoast phone app will inform multiple projects, including the Pacific County Sea Level Rise Vulnerability Assessment conducted by the Pacific County Department of Community Development and The Watershed Company; sea level rise planning ef forts in Baker and Grays Bay led by the Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership and Washington Sea Grant; and the 2023 Pacific County Marine Resource Committee’s An nual Science Conference and Seafood Feast. 2022-23 King tide times and heights

South Bend (feet above MLLW)

Nov 24 12:46 p.m. 11.6

Nov 25 1:28 p.m. 11.7

Nov 26 2:14 p.m. 11.5

Dec 23 12:28 a.m. 11.9

Dec 24 1:16 p.m. 11.9

Dec 25 2:08 p.m. 11.7

Jan 21 12:19 p.m. 11.8

Jan 22 1:12 p.m. 11.9

Jan 23 2:05 p.m. 11.7

Deputy Hornback receives this year’s Gene Bolstad Award

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Community Dinner

The Raymond Firefighters Volunteer Association is hosting a soup and rolls community dinner on Wednesday, November 23 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. This free event is located at the Raymond Fire Department. Come on down and have a meal with your local firefighters.

Turkey Dinner

Free Turkey Dinner is available for pick up at 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day Thursday, November 24 at the St. Lawrence Catholic Church at 1112 Blake St. in Raymond (lower parking lot). To go orders only. Hosted by the Knights of Columbus #1606.

Library Closed

A. Bolstad, an Ocean Park resident, who drowned

in Long Beach 65 years ago while trying to save a teenager caught in a fierce undertow and riptide. The award was presented by lo cal Marine Corps veterans at the Astoria Country Club on the day after Veterans Day. Deputy Hornback was accompanied by his wife and daughter and by Under sheriff Gary Howell. Deputy Hornback ex hibited great dedication to the community and he went above and beyond in his service to the Sheriff Department. He faced an increase in workload during periods of minimal staffing. This increase in workload included taking on several major felony investigations while simultaneously train ing a new officer in addition to his other assigned du

Washington State Parks is inviting the public to ring in the new year during its annual First Day Hikes event on Jan. 1, 2023.

At least 40 state parks will host staff-led and self-guided hikes, snowshoe excursions, bike rides and more on New Year’s Day.

The First Day Hikes will range in difficulty from paved, flat ADA-accessible trails to moderate hill climbs. A few parks will host more than one hike with options tailored to different interests and abilities. Additionally, some hikes will include fun educational talks where rangers will speak about the history and natural features of their parks.

Some First Day Hike adventures to look forward to include:

A 3-mile, ranger-led snowshoe hike at Easton Reload • Sno-Park.

A beginner and advanced guided bike ride at Fort Ebey

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A mile-long hike perfect for kids at Lake Sylvia State • Park.

COVID case Update

COVID is starting to trend upwards again. Two weeks ago the case rate per 100k was 22.9 and has increased to 50.4 per 100k last week. The Pacific County Public Health and Human Services received reports of 12 new COVID cases for a new pandemic total of 4691. There were 2 additional hospitalizations nor deaths reported in the past week.

COVID-19 Stats Update November 8, 2022

Cases

New cases from 11/2 to 11/10: 12

Case rate per 100k over last 7 days: 50.4

Total cases since start of pandemic: 4691

Hospitalizations

New hospitalizations over the last 7 days: 2

Total hospitalizations since start of pandemic: 244

Deaths

New Pacific County Deaths this week: 0

Total deaths since start of pandemic: 72

Boosters:

Bivalent Boosters for Pfizer (12 years and older) and Moderna (18 years and older) have seen a substantial increase in neutralizing antibody response to all Omicron variants including BA.4 and BA.5. Bivalent Booster doses can be given 2 months following the previous booster or the completion of primary vaccination.

Bivalent boosters have become available for sched uling! For more information, please visit https://www. pacificcountycovid19.com/get-vaccinated.html.

N95 masks and at-homes tests are available free of charge at any Pacific County located Timberland Library or Health dept. location. Vaccine and community based testing clinics can always be found at www.pacificcoun tycovid19.com.

ties as School Liaison and Sex Offender Registration Coordinator. Deputy Horn back also enthusiastically took on the new challenge of operating the Patrol Boat through hours of on the wa ter training and completion of the Basic Marine Law Enforcement Certification with little prior boating experience. Deputy Horn back later utilized his train ing and newfound boating skills to aid in the initial response and follow up search and recovery of two drowning victims. Deputy Hornback continues to take great care in his work and to the residents of Wahkia kum County as seen in his compassionate interactions during social contacts and victim interviews. Another example of these interac

tions is one evening while on patrol Deputy Hornback had a contact with a com munity member who was in emotional distress. As it turned out her vehicle broke down with a dead battery and it was preventing her from getting to town to get things she needed to take care of her animals. Deputy Hornback took it upon him self to go to town, purchase a battery for the citizens car and return and put the battery in her vehicle for her. Deputy Hornback did this without accepting her to pay him for the battery. He was presented the award at the Astoria Country Club on 12 November by the Ma rine Corps League, a local veterans chapter.

A 1.5-mile interpretive history hike at Lincoln Rock State Park.

A 1.5-mile guided snowshoe hike at Lake Wenatchee State Park with limited snowshoe rentals available.

ADA accessible hikes at Columbia Plateau Trail State Park, Deception Pass State Park, Lime Kiln State Park, Rockport State Park, Sacajawea State Park and Seaquest State Park/Mount Saint Helens Visitor Center.

And much more!

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First Day Hikes is a national initiative led by America’s State Parks, encouraging people to get outdoors on New Year’s Day. Last year, nearly 55,000 people hiked over 133,000 miles during these free events throughout the nation.

Most First Day Hikes require advanced registration, and group sizes may be limited. Additionally, select hikes will have snowshoes available for visitors to use. Visit our web site to view all activities and registration information.

New Year’s Day also marks the first state-managed land free day of 2023. Visitors will not need a Discover Pass to park on state recreation lands.

Local Timberland Libraries closed in honor of Thanksgiv ing on Thursday, November 24 and on Friday, November 25 for Native American Heritage Day.

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

The meeting of the Crystal Meth Anonymous is on Monday at 7:15 p.m. to 8:15 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.

County Commissioners Special Meeting

The Pacific County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting on November 28 at 9:00 a.m. The purpose of the special meeting is to hold a public hearing in the matter of fy2022 budget supplement/amendment no. 7 and any other business brought before the board. This special meeting will be held via Zoom and in persone. https://zoom. us/j/985558919710.

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.

Lighted Christmas Parade

The Lighted Christmas Parade is Saturday, December 3 starting at 6:00 p.m. located in downtown Raymond. Stop by the New Life Fellowship after for hot drinks and potluck soups.

Pictures with Santa

On December 4 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Santa and Mrs. Claus will be visiting the Northwest Carriage Museum at 314 Alder St. in Raymond. You are invited to to visit and take your photo with Santa.

Christmas Joy

The Willapa Harbor Chorale presents Christmas Joy at the Raymond Theatre on Sunday, December 4 at 7:00 p.m. Admission is free and donations are appreciated.

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

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Any non-profit organizations interested in a request for

in funding tourism promoting activities in 2023, must fill out an application and submit it by 4:00 PM, Friday, December 2, 2022, to Raymond City Hall, 230 2nd Street, Raymond, WA 98577. Applications are found on our website at www.cityofraymond.com. Organizations must clearly state the amount requested and the specific intended use of the funds. Questions may be directed to Clerk/Treasurer, Kayla MacIntosh at (360) 942-4105.

Publish: October 26, November 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2022 89345

Or you can call in using the following information: 1.253.215.8782 Meeting ID #578-054-0411

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 2023 Final Budget CITY OF Raymond

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Raymond City Council will hold a public hearing at Raymond City Hall

Any member of the public is encouraged to attend this hearing to comment on the City’s revenues and expenditures. The link for the public hearing is: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5780540411

Comments may also be submitted to the Raymond City Council in care of the:

Clerk/Treasurer 230 Second Street Raymond, WA. 98577 Phone: 360-942-4105 Email: clerk@cityofraymond.com

Copies of the budget for 2023 will be available the week of November 11th, 2022. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Clerk/Treasurer in advance for assistance in submitting comments on the subject matter.

Kayla MacIntosh, Clerk/Treasurer

Publish: November 23 and 30, 2022

2022 Gene Bolstad Award for Southwest Wash ington Law Enforcement Officer of the Year goes to Deputy Brian Hornback of the Wahkiakum County Sheriff's Office. The award is named after Washington State Trooper Eugene

Deputy Brian Hornback of the Wahkiakum County Sheriff’s Office

More than 40 state parks will offer First Day Hikes on January 1

Small Business Satur day, the day after Black Fiday, is now one of the biggest shopping days of the year. This year it is November 26.

Small local shops put forth their best when all the focus and attention of their communities are put on them. This Satur day is a fun shopping day for many families, so make sure you visit the shops in your hometown and support these busi nesses over the holiday season.