By Jerry R. King
April 14
Daily Calls for Service — West End Police, Fire and EMS
Disturbance Marion’s Place, civil Terra Eden, medical Bogachiel Way, traffic stop La Push, warrant attempt Calawah Way, traffic stop Bogachiel Way/S. Forks Ave.
April 15
Medical Founders Way, harassment Clallam Bay, fraud La Push, welfare check Robin Hood Loop, medical Founders Way, fraud La Push, policing Beaver, accident Quillayute Rd., citizen contact E. Division St., theft 950 S. Forks Ave., medical Bogachiel Way, building checks Beaver.
April 16
Medical E. Division St., unwanted person E. DivisionSt.,boatpatrolRiverRd..,trafficstopHwy 101/Bunker Rd., found property Lake Pleasant
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Rd., suspicious activity Tillicum Ln., medical La Push, traffic stop La Push, traffic hazard La Push Rd./Wilson Rd., welfare check Fir Ave., civil S. Forks Ave., civil Hermison Rd., citizen contact S. Forks Ave., traffic stop Beaver, citizen contact S. Forks Ave.
April 17
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April 18
Civil Terra Eden, civil F St., medical Bogachiel Way,harassmentMoraRd.,policingE.ASt.,traffic stop La Push, 9-1-1 hangup Ash Ave., civil S. Forks Ave., citizen contact N. Forks Ave., traffic stop La Push, theft N. Forks Ave., dead animal Hwy 112 Sekiu, civil Marions Place, warrant attempt Terra Eden, warrant arrest Perry St., 9-1-1 hangup La Push, building check La Push, bar check, medical
of 3.5 or better is placed on the Dean’s List. If the student has placed a directory restriction on their records, the name will not be released for publication. Forks students making the list were Natalie Berry, Keira Johnson, and Nicole Winger.
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April 19
9-1-1 hangup Olympic Dr., citizen contact G St., policing Camas Ave., policing Tillicum Park, violation court order Weel Rd., warrant attempt Beaver, assault G. St., citizen contact Russell Rd., warrant attempt Terra Eden, medical S. Forks Ave., injured animal Hwy 101 N., warrant arrest Perry St., traffic stop La Push, citizen contact G St., warrant arrest W. C St., traffic stop N. Forks Ave., warrant attempt Terra Eden, citizen contact La Push, building check S. Forks Ave.
April 20
Welfare check Weel Rd., 9-1-1 hangup S. Forks Ave., traffic stop La Push, disturbance Bogachiel Way, vehicle accident Hwy 112 Sekiu, burglary Weel Rd., traffic stop S. Forks Ave.
Pelletier Celebration of Life
A Celebration of Life will be held May 3, 2025, at 2 p.m., at the First Congregational Church, 280 Spartan Ave., for Theodore A. “Al” Pelletier. Al worked in Forks and surrounding communities for 40 years and made countless friends, and was proud of his commitment to helping provide safe heating to each and every family he met. We invite you all to come together to share memories and good food. Cheryl and Elizabeth Pelletier
Niño/Children’s Day with Forks and Sequim Libraries
Children of all ages and their families are invited to celebrate el Día del Niño/Children’s Day with the North Olympic Library System (NOLS). Attend the free event on Saturday, April 26, from noon to 1 p.m. at the Forks Library, 171 S. Forks Ave., and on Wednesday, April 30, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the Sequim Library Temporary Location, 609 W. Washington St. Enjoy games, Mexican treats and prizes! About Día del Niño
Since 1925, Día del Niño, or Children’s Day, has grown as an annual celebration throughout Mexico. This day celebrates children, recognizes their importance in society, and promotes their well-being. After learning about Mexico’s tradition of celebrating April 30 as el Día del Niño, children’s book author Pat Mora helped create a new holiday in the United States emphasizing the importance of literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds, linking families to diverse books, languages and cultures. For more information, visit NOLS.org/events, call 360-374-6402, or email Discover@nols.org.
Families look on as games begin at the Forks.
This program is generously funded in part by local Friends of the Library groups.
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Lady Spartans Shine at Hoquiam and Forks Lions Club Invitational
Spartans Noah Foster (center) and Bubba StansburyHernandez (right) competed in the 100 Saturday during the Lions Club Invitational held at Spartan
The Forks Lady Spartans track and field team put on an impressive show this past week, starting with a commanding win at the Hoquiam meet on April 16. The girls racked up a total of 157.5 points, outpacing 1A rivals Hoquiam, Tenino, and Rochester. It was a powerful performance from start to finish, earning the team a well-deserved first-place finish. Congratulations, Lady Spartans!
Just a few days later, the Lady Spartans kept the momentum going at their home event, the Forks Lions Club Invitational, where they placed second overall in a highly competitive field of seven schools and 774 total entries. The meet was packed with highlights, including 20 individual personal records (PRs) by the girls and PRs in all three relay events.
The 4x200m and 4x400m relays both claimed firstplace finishes, clocking in at 1:57.02 and 4:40.25, respectively. The relays were anchored by the strong and speedy quartet of Moli Luong, Sky Hestand, Jade Blair, and Erika Williams.
In the field events, Regan Dunn made a personal best throw of 102’8” in the javelin, earning her a first-place finish and adding to the team’s standout day.
Not to be outdone, the Spartan boys also showed improvement with 8 personal records, including two from Kaden Ward—one in the 100m dash and another in the discus.
Despite the gray skies, the weather held up, and the day stayed dry—setting the stage for a great event. A big thank-you goes out to the Forks Lions Club for organizing and supporting such a successful meet. Your dedication and community spirit make all the difference.
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Forks’ Gage Willenbrink clears the bar in the high jump.
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Spartan Trent Pope threw the discus.
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Erika Williams holding her three 1st place medals, with her mom Adria at the Hoquiam meet last week.
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Forks’ Moli Luong (far left) challenged a large group of runners in the 1 mile race.
Forks Alternative Learning Experience (ALE)School STATE TESTING
Dear Families, This spring your student in grades 3-8 and 10 will take the Smarter Balanced or the Washington Access to Instruction and Measurement (WA-AIM) tests in math and English language arts (ELA).
Students in grades 5, 8, and 11 will also take the Washington Comprehensive Assessment of Science (WCAS) or the WA-AIM science assessment.
The results from these tests are one of many ways of understanding where students are in their learning, relative to grade-level learning goals in math, English language arts, and science. For students in grade 10, theSmarterBalancedorWA-AIMtestscanalsobeused as a graduation pathway. The state assessment results can help all of us work together to pursue additional support or accelerated opportunities that may benefit your student’s learning. These assessments also fulfill state and federal requirements to understand how districts and the state are doing in meeting all students’ learning needs and help to improve instruction.
Most students will take the tests online. Our school is scheduled to take the tests:
May 6 - WCAS
May 13-15 Smarter Balanced ELA, May 16 - ELA Make-up Testing
May 20 & 21 Smarter Balanced Math, May 22 -Math Make-up Testing
All testing will begin at 9 a.m.
The Smarter Balanced exam is also available to junior & senior students who have not yet passed the ELA and/or math assessment and want to use it to demonstrate post-secondary career or college readiness,orwhopreviouslytestedandwouldliketoattempt a higher score.
For more information about the Smarter Balanced and WCAS tests, visit the OSPI State Testing page and click on the name of the test.
To try out an online Smarter Balanced practice or trainingtestorWCAStrainingtest,visittheWashington Comprehensive Assessment Program (WCAP) Portal and click on the Practice and Training Tests button.
The WA-AIM is an alternate assessment based on alternate achievement standards aligned to the Washington State K–12 Learning Standards for students with the most significant cognitive disabilities. For more information about the WA-AIM tests, visit the OSPI Assessment for Students with Cognitive Disabilities page. Please contact Cindy Feasel K-12 ALE Principal @ 360-374-6262ext:129oremailcindy.feasel@qvschools. org if you have questions about state testing.
Thank you for continuing to work with us to make sure your student is successful. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to better support your student in building their skills so they can have a future full of opportunities.
Sincerely,
Cindy M. Feasel K-12 ALE Principal
OPINION
Memories of FHS
Probably one of the worst things that I could imagine, in my former teenagelife,would have been my dad coming home from work one day and saying, because of his job … “we are moving.” Leaving all the friends and places you have known yourentirelifeandasateenagerhaving to make new friends.
While this never happened to me it did happen to the Hanify kids; Laura, Bruce and Carol. While all in high school their Dad got transferred to the RangerpositionattheHohRainForest.
At the first All 1970s Reunion, in 2014, Carol Hanify told about that experience in a speech she shared … this is it.
Welcome everyone to the first and hopefully annual 70s class reunion. My name is Carol Hanify O’Brien, class of 1976.
The years have flown by and I realize how cliché that sounds. But, there are lots of times that I feel that high school was literally yesterday. But as this hateful process that we refer to as aging continues I realize more and more what a unique and wonderful decade we came from.
A lot of people would argue that the 60s were the true turning point for change in the world. Our views of politics, freedom, sex, drugs and rock and roll changed drastically in the 60s. However, I believe those of us from the 70s were the ones that made it cool.
There is one embarrassing glitch of the 70s that I hate to mention but it mustn’t be swept under the rug.
A dark time in our era of despair and disillusionment. We call it Disco. We went from wearing torn Levi’s to bedazzled shirts and gold chains.
Then right on the heels of Disco came the Leisure Suit. Hideous polyester suits that came in a variety of rainbow colors and white top stitching.
Songs like Howard the Duck were released ….Horrifying.
In the 70s the world was a safer place. Our parents didn’t think so but compared to how things are now the
70s were more like a happy little sitcom. Even the drugs were safer.
Again, our parents didn’t think so, but pot was pot. Nothing being soaked in formaldehyde or God knows what. No drugs caused us to lose our teeth or eat another person’s face off.
The worst that would happen was hysterical laughing at Pay & Save when you went to buy Twinkies. Or the popo would pull you over for driving too slowly.
All that being said I’d like to take you back to a day in 1972.
Our father, as in the Hanify kids, worked for the National Park. In the summer of 1972 he got transferred from Port Angeles to the Hoh Rain Forest.
As teenagers we couldn’t possibly see how this move would impact us in the future. In ways none of us could ever have imagined. Honestly we thought we had died and gone to Hell. Forks was only 60 miles away but seemingly 60+ years behind to say the least.
The three of us will never forget that first day of school in 1972. The whole school was seated in the gym and the three of us walked in. We all had hair down to our elbows. One of us sported a marijuana patch on their coat sleeve, one of us wasn’t wearing a bra, and one of us was wearing combat boots and carrying a purse with fringe as long as their hair.
It was at that moment the whole gym fell silent, all heads turned and we overheard someone say “damned hippies.”
We survived that first day, barely. We went home and reported to our parents that we were not staying. Period. Mom and Dad kept telling us that things would improve and that we would adapt and we might eventually like being in Forks. But, of course our parents were wrong. I mean we were now going to school with kids that had names like Tater, Bugger and Sug.
At the end of the first week we started hearing rumblings of something called a “Zepeda” and there wasn’t just one of them but a whole bunch. In the midst of logging, crew cuts, Copenhagen and cruising the gut were nine of these amazing children, that could speak seven languages as soon as they took their first breath. Not a dumb one in the bunch.
writer with an explanation why the letter is not going to run in its existing form. Deadline for letters to appear is 9 a.m. the Monday before publication. Letters are published on a space-available basis, with time-sensitive letters on local issues taking first priority. There are times, therefore, when a letter might not appear for a week or two. Letters to the editor can be mailed to the Forks Forum, PO Box 300, Forks, WA 98331; e-mailed to christi.baron@forksforum.com; faxed to 374-5739; or dropped off at our office at 490 S. Forks Ave. All letters must have a name, address and telephone number for verification purposes. Only the writer’s name and hometown are printed in the newspaper. A Look
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This week in 2000 Forks Community Hospital Administrator Jan Hays had welcomed about 50 citizens to a County Healthcare Needsforum(photo).Topics discussed were urgent care, EMT training, assisted living costs, mental health, telemedicine, access to specialists, and more. The Huggins’
beagle was missing and a reward was being offered. The Pacific Inn Motel was adding a manager’s apartment. A man protesting the Makah whaling activity had suffered a broken shoulder when he was hit by a Coast Guard boat. Bruce Guckenberg and family had prepared 2,000 eggs for the
moment, sadly it didn’t last long. Peggy Zepeda attended one of my infamous food parties. Peggy might’ve been able to recite Shakespeare but I had to teach the girl how to make a hot dog. It took me about a minute and a half to realize though that one day Peggy might run for President but I could only aspire to work in the White House kitchen as her personal hot dog maker.
Another week goes by, the Hanify kids are still alive when we hear rumblings of yet another genetic phenomenon and it was called a Jaime. Not only were they sports wizards but they were gorgeous. My first day of P.E. we had to play that game called War, where you took sides and threw these little hard, red rubber balls at each other. Well, I don’t know how many Jaimes were playing but I know this …none of them were on my side. I made an executive decision at that point to forge my mother’s handwriting so as to excuse myself from P.E. for the next four years. My notes became quite creative, later I found out Miss Cogdill had been on to me the whole time …imagine that.
As time went by we became more accepted and accepting. Bruce became senior class president and I was having a ball in choir. All that being said, it took many years to realize that it was FORKS all along that made us who we are today. It was Forks that made us love and appreciate people from all walks of life and it was Forks that made us not only humble but really good at jobs we have today, because of our experiences. As usual Mom and Dad were right. To our dying day we will be ever so appreciative for the time we spent in Forks. The place we originally thought was Hell turned out to be Heaven in disguise.
The 70s reunion has now turned into the All Class Reunion, where all former students of Forks and Beaver schools are invited to attend. It is a yearly event that takes place the last Saturday in April. It is happening this weekend, at the Forks Elks Lodge, 941 Merchant Rd.,startingat5p.m.Thecostis$35per person. Comesharesomeofyourmemories! Christi Baron, Editor
Easter egg hunt (photo). Brian Hoke had dressed for the weather and stayed dry while hunting eggs (photo). 1975 - Missing edition
This week in 1953 Forks’ newest motel was open for business. The Prairie Motel (now the Town Motel) had been built by Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Pederson. The modern units had sheet rock interior walls and the exterior was shakes. The condemnation of the Forks Water Co. was proceeding. The PTA had held a luncheon/style show with a circus theme. Some of the young models included Pamela Cline, Cheryl and Ricky Wahlgren, JoAnn and Brenda Blomgren, Marla Maxfield, Karen Beebe, and so many more!! Seventy-five year old Lillian Hutsell had celebrated her birthday at the WestEndCommunity Hall in Tyee. A large crowd of family and friends enjoyed lunch and cake.
Forks Chamber of Commerce Honors Community Excellence at
The Forks Chamber of Commerce held its annual Best of Awards ceremony last week at Blakeslee’s Bar and Grill. The event celebrated outstanding contributions to the community, and also recognized the Chamber’s 2025 board members, staff, and volunteers ahead of the awards presentation.
Two special honors were highlighted:
The Halvie Award, named in memory of Inez Halverson, is presented each year to a local nonprofit that goes above and beyond in serving the community. This year’s recipient was Forks Community Hospital Extended Care.
Chamber Executive Director Androsshared,“Thisfacilityistruly ageminourcommunity,providing compassionate and dedicated care to those who need it most. Many families find comfort and peace of mind knowing their loved ones are in the hands of caring professionals—many of whom are fellow members of our community.”
Dawn Harris and Jeanna Snell accepted the award on behalf of the facility.
The Cornerstone Award was presentedtoForksElksLodge2524.
“The Forks Elks Lodge is deeply woven into the fabric of our community,”Androssaid.“Manyof
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the volunteers, citizens, and business leaders you see here today are proudElksmembers.Overthepast five decades, they’ve made a lasting impact—organizing children’s activities, hosting community events, leading fundraisers, and so much more.”
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Exalted Ruler Peggy Young accepted the award on behalf of the Lodge. Additional honors included: Volunteer of the Year: William Plumley Bill is known for his unwavering dedication to a wide range of local
volunteer efforts. He consistently steps up whenever help is needed.
Citizen(s) of the Year: Gary and Charlotte Peterson
The Petersons work tirelessly to ensure the Hoh Rainforest remains accessible to all. In addition to running two local businesses and maintaining the Nikolai Memorial, they led the effort to open the Land of Legends Trail, providing continued access for visitors after a road washout.
Business of the Year: Kim’s Creations & Tulle Shed - Kim Leppell
Kim’s Creations supports local weddings, events, and parties year-round, employing several community members. Beyond her business success, Kim gives back— offering free or discounted rentals and consultations for funerals and nonprofit events. Her efforts play a key role in sustaining wedding tourism in Forks.
The event was a celebration of dedication, service, and the strong sense of community that defines Forks.
Clallam County Genealogical Society Announces April Meeting and Beginner Genealogy Classes
PORT ANGELES, WA
— The Clallam County Genealogical Society (CCGS) invites the public to its upcoming monthly meeting on Saturday, April 26 at 10 a.m. held both in-person and virtually. The meeting will take place at the CCGS Research Center, located at 403 E. 8th Street in Port Angeles, with an option to join via Zoom.
Theeventwillbeginwith a brief business meeting, during which members will receive updates on society events and meet
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candidates for the upcoming Board of Directors election.
Following the meeting, CCGS will present “Using FamilySearch for Genealogy,” a free program introducing attendees to one of the most robust genealogical databases available to the public. FamilySearch is maintained by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and contains millions of digitized records and tools for genealogical research.
As an affiliate library of FamilySearch, CCGS offers
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access to an extended range of records not available to home users. This presentation will cover how to navigate FamilySearch’s many features and how to utilize the database effectively in your research.
Doors open at 9:30 a.m., and attendees are encouraged to come early to enjoy refreshments and socialize.
To attend virtually, pleaserequestZoommeeting credentials by calling 360-417-5000 during business hours (Tuesday–Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Saturday, noon – 4 p.m.) or by emailing askus@clallamcogs.org no later than Thursday, April 24.
Upcoming Class Series: Genealogy for Beginners In addition to the April meeting, CCGS is pleased to offer a three-part class series for beginning genealogists this May.
When: Fridays – May 9, 16, and 23, from 10:30 a.m. to noon
Where: CCGS Research Center, 403 E. 8th Street, Port Angeles
Cost: $30 for nonmembers; free for CCGS members (fee may be applied toward a new membership)
Attendees are encouraged to register early. Participants with laptops are also welcome to bring their own device. To register, please call 360-681-0962 or stop by the Research Center. Payment can be made by check (payable to CCGS) or by credit card via PayPal on the CCGS website at www.clallamcogs.org.
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Pictured (left to right) Lissy Andros Forks Chamber Executive Director, Peggy Young Forks Elks, Dawn Harris Forks Hospital Extended Care, Kim Leppell wth staff behind; Steph Tjepkema, Jessica Sorensen, Marin Jaksha of Kim’s Creations & Tulle Shed (Business), William Plumley (Volunteer), and Gary and Charlotte Peterson (Citizens). Not pictured Chamber President Christi Baron.
Forks Elementary students got up close with slithery, slimy creatures recently. The creatures came in all sizes, including this large jumbo-size snake and ….
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