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Thursday, October 10, 2013

VOL. 19, NO. 10

School board to talk future levies

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Coupeville High School juniors Collin Winchester and Victoria Hawkey work with teacher Colleen Fox while working on Chromebooks school officials recently purchased. The Coupeville School District has purchased hundreds of computers thanks to a tech levy voters approved in 2010.

Bringing technology into classrooms Voter-approved levy helps update computers, other electronics By Nathan Whalen Staff reporter

Thanks to a voter-approved tax levy, the Coupeville School District has spent more than $1 million upgrading computers in the classroom. Voters nearly four years ago approved a technology levy that gave the school district $300,000 a year. That levy expires in 2014. For that investment, school officials have purchased 738 devices over the past four years. Those devices include iMacs (313), iPads (197), Chromebooks (192), displays, LCD projectors and a new school district wide phone system that was recently installed.

The phone system, which is Internet based, cost approximately $17,000. The dollars also paid for professional development for staff. Students at the high school have been using the most recent technological upgrade — Chromebooks. High school principal Sheldon Rosenkrance said the high school purchased 60 Chromebooks in the spring 2013 and then purchased an additional 180 at the start of the school year. Students are using the Chromebooks during class to access information, use electronic versions of curriculum and complete assignments. It also provides basically a mobile computer lab. “We’ve been pleasantly surprised,” Rosenkrance said about the Chromebooks. School officials went to the voters in 2010 for approval of the levy so they could update the computers that had become obsolete and, at the time, didn’t meet with state standards. “It’s a huge relief to me that the community is willing to support technology,” Shank said. Jim Shank, superintendent of the Coupeville School District, said the staff will start replacing computers and other devices when it reaches five years old.

The school district will continue its efforts to maintain and upgrade its technology. He said that every student and every staff member would have access to a mobile computing device. He added the district needs to provide the same technology that students would expect to encounter in the workplace. He added that state testing will soon be computer based and the district needs to make sure enough devices are available to accommodate students. With the expiration of the school district’s technology levy approaching, Shank said he is recommending the school board approve a resolution to seek another four-year levy, which would go to voters in early 2014. He said the state doesn’t provide any dollars through the basic education allocation for technology improvements.

The Coupeville School Board will consider placing up to two levy proposals on the ballot in early 2014. The Central Whidbey based school district has two levies that are expiring at the end of 2014 — an operations levy and a technology levy. “We will be asking a renewal for both of these levies in February,” school board member Kathleen Anderson said during Tuesday’s voter forum at the Coupeville Recreation Hall. The operations levy brings in an estimated $2.4 million a year, which accounts for nearly a quarter of the school district’s $10 million budget. The technology levy provided the school district with $300,000 a year for four years to pay for computer upgrades and training. School officials have said the state’s Basic Education Allocation, which is based on student enrollment, doesn’t provide dollars for technology purchases. Both levies were approved by voters in 2010. Back then, 60.3 percent of the voters approved the operations levy and 57.7 percent of the voters approved the technology levy. Due to recent state legislation, school levies have to pass by a 50 percent simple majority. Superintendent Jim Shank said its up to the Coupeville School Board to decide what levy proposals to send to voters. Such an election could take place in February 2014. The school board is scheduled to talk about levies during the next meeting scheduled for 6:30 p.m., Monday, Oct. 14 in the Coupeville Elementary School Library.

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Chamber hosts discussion on hospital bond By Nathan Whalen Staff Reporter

Nearly 20 Coupeville business leaders got a look Tuesday morning of a proposal to expand and update Whidbey General Hospital. Hospital officials want voters to approve a $50 million bond in November that would fund construction of a new patient wing that would consist of single-person rooms. Plans also call for building a parking lot and transform the current patient wing into clinic space. “There are great concerns about using our dated hospital into the future,” doctor Lee Roof, who owns a private practice in Coupeville, said Tuesday morning in front of an audience of 20 people attending a Coupeville Chamber of Commerce meeting. The new wing, which will include 39 single-person rooms, will provide better facilities for infection control, meet privacy regulations and give patients a better environment to recover, Roof said. The hospital’s bond has to pass by a 60 percent supermajority. If approved, property owners would have to pay 32.2 cents per $1,000

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Lee Roof, who operates a private practice in Coupeville, talks to business leaders about an upcoming bond election that, if approved, will provide $50 million to fund an expansion of Whidbey General Hospital. assessed property value. The owner of the $250,000 home will pay an additional $81 a year in property taxes and the bonds would be paid off in 25 years. Business leaders attend-

ing the meeting wanted more details about the expansion proposal. One person asked about the timeline the project would be complete. Keith Mack, public relations liaison with

the hospital, said that would happen two years after the bond’s approval. Another person wanted to know the number of beds at the hospital, which Mack said was 33.

He was also asked to elaborate on the technological upgrades that would be in store. As an example of the current situation, the hospital has seen a number of nurses

that have been injured when they try to lift and move patients. Hospital spokeswoman Trish Rose said its difficult for the nurses to roll in a mechanical lift and then try to lift a patient. The equipment in the new wing would help resolve that problem. “What we want to do is make it easy to do it right and hard to do it wrong,” Rose said. The November election marks the second time hospital officials have run the bond. The proposal two years ago fell short of the 60 percent supermajority needed for approval. Whidbey General Hospital officials have been making the rounds at local groups to inform voters about the specifics of the bond. In addition to the chamber meeting, officials have spoken to Rotary members, Lions Club members along with participating in voters’ forums. Hospital officials will attend the League of Women Voters Forum scheduled for 7-9 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 17. For more information about the bond, go to www. whidbeygen.org

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Student athletes learn the ropes on CPR safety By Nathan Whalen Staff Reporter

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Central Whidbey residents will be able to learn about the candidates running for the Port of Coupeville. The Greenbank Farm is hosting a candidate forum from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Monday, Oct. 14. It will follow a format designed by the League of Women Voters. There are two seats on the three-member board that are being contested in the November election. Jim Patton, who finishes his tenure as the port’s executive director in December, is

Lori Stolee, athletic director for the Coupeville School District, said the

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Coupeville student athletes practice how to perform CPR during a training exercise held by local emergency response personnel.

Dozens of student athletes last week got a lesson in how to provide life-saving treatment in the event someone collapses. Firefighters and EMTs from Central Whidbey Fire and Rescue, South Whidbey Fire/EMS and Whidbey General EMS showed athletes competing for Coupeville Middle and High School the basics of performing CPR and how to use the automatic external defibrillators that are available on school district property. More than 100 student athletes took a break from practices Oct. 2 to learn the emergency techniques. Jon Gabelein, a firefighter with South Whidbey and a fourth-grade teacher at Coupeville Elementary School, said the goal of the presentation is to make the students more comfortable with CPR and how to administer the defibrillator.

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Annual awards a testament to our great community This past weekend several members of Whidbey News Group, myself included, attended the Washington Newspaper Publisher Association’s annual convention and awards Megan Hansen dinner in Olympia, Some perspective Wash. The convention is a great opportunity to further educate and encourage staff. We attended workshops discussing conflicts and ethics in community journalism, working with tribal nations, building dynamic teams and much more. It’s also a great place to bounce ideas off one another and see what other community newspapers are doing. During the convention, an annual awards dinner for the Better Newspaper Contest gives us the chance to celebrate all that we do and recognize our peers. It was a particularly exciting evening for The Whidbey Examiner, which placed first in General Excellence in its circulation group. The judges from the Tennessee Press Association said the paper had a good, clean design and a good mix of community news, giving the paper 44 out of 50 points. The Examiner also won awards for three special sections: First place for best Tourism/Community section for its Central Whidbey Visitor’s Guide, first place for best Lifestyle/Culture section for its Whidbey Island Farm Tour tab and third place for best Lifestyle/ Culture section for its Whidbey Flavor culinary guide. Justin Burnett, Examiner reporter at the time, won a first place award for best color feature photo for a photo he took when reporting on a canoe restoration project at the Island County Historical Museum. Staff also won awards in page design and writing. It’s nice to be recognized by our peers for a job well done. But we must remember that we wouldn’t be able to do what we do without the community we serve. So thank you Central Whidbey for allowing us to document all the interesting and unique things that make this community special. — Megan Hansen is editor of The Whidbey Examiner.

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Group hosting forum prompt confliction Editor, So what is a contractor for the port doing holding a political forum for candidates hoping to get elected to the port? The private Greenbank Farm Management Group’s foray into campaign politics raises questions of appropriateness and conflicts of interest. The Port of Coupeville is funded by taxpayers to promote economic development. The management group is paid $49,500 a year by the port to manage the Greenbank Farm – out of which 20 percent of the management group executive director’s salary is paid. While any private entity can hold a candidate’s forum, this Oct. 14 event involves the use of port (taxpayer funds).

The port-owned facility that others would have to rent, will be used by the management group for free. The management group is collecting questions for the candidates in advance. Those thought to be the most “common/ representative” are to be asked. This screening is a recipe for softball questions and showcasing candidates favorable to the management group. Citizens will not be able to ask the candidates directly, and they won’t be able to ask follow-up questions when a candidate blows smoke — as they have been known to do. The management group’s promotion refers to Commissioner Mike Diamanti, as “our liason with the port.” Diamanti voted to extend the contract with the management group, and did so in a surprise vote without opportunity for public comment. Should

we realistically expect the management group to allow questions about such actions? Candidates won’t be allowed to make opening or closing statements, which helps to keep voters in the dark and further protects incumbents from having to explain their actions. Diamanti, is running against newcomer Richard Bowen who has voiced a preference for a format that allows voters to ask the candidates questions with the opportunity for follow up. We have come to expect dog-andpony shows in electoral politics. But we shouldn’t have to pay for them — and we shouldn’t give up on holding our existing and would-be elected officials accountable.

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Join the efforts to lobby for change Editor, Recently on a sun.soaked Saturday in September, Whidbey Island saw its largest Climate Justice rally to date when 30 concerned citizens gathered on the corners of Highway 20 and Main Street, in Coupeville to “Draw the Line” an event coordinated by the students at 350.org. This was just one of 300 similar events with thousands of participants throughout the US. The purpose? To continue to bring attention to the urgent need to move past the life-ending use of fossil fuels. According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change’s fifth report released this month, it is now 97 percent certain that global warming is human driven. Given that 100 percent is impossible (unless you are God) those are bad odds to bet against and yet, that is what we are doing. Greenhouse as emissions, led by CO2, continue to rise beyond dangerous levels. We no longer have to assume what climate destabilization will look like. We can see the destabilizing influence of a less then 1 degree Celsius increase: Supersized hurricanes and tornadoes, forest fires, floods and drought; resource wars like Darfur and Syria; landslides like Ledgewood Beach. Global warming and CO2 are also changing our ocean and leading to sea level rise. All of these consequences, and more, will become more frequent and impactful. Recently four Republican heads of the EPA pleaded in a New York Times op-ed for a carbon tax as part of the solution to

this crisis. It is clear that a business as usual will result in an unimaginably dangerous, inhospitable future for our children. Because it is unbelievable does not mean it is not true. The only thing you have to do to leave a devastated world is nothing. It takes one snowflake to create an avalanche. Join the efforts of the Sierra Club, 350.org, Citizen’s Climate Lobby and others for positive change.

COER is unaffiliated with Ebey’s Reserve Editor, The Ebey’s Landing Reserve is an orqanization that was formed to protect the history of Colonel Ebey and Ebey’s Landing. It has gained many people who are anxious to do this. There is a new group in Coupeville presided over by Ken Pickard. It has no connection to Colonel Ebey or Ebey’s Landing. The title is meant to mislead people into thinking it is part of the original Ebey’s Landing Historical Reserve. Just to set matters straight, there are concerned citizens of the original group that want the public to know there is absolutely no connection between the two groups.

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There are 28 businesses in the downtown corridor participating this year. Last year more than 24,000 tickets were given out, equating to roughly $420,000 in sales during the holiday season at the participating businesses. It’s also a way to bring the community together, Kuchynka said. “The most fun is the day of the drawing and how many people show up,” she said. The drawing will be held 1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 22 at the Island County Historical Museum. The draw-

ing will include three cash prizes of $100 and one cash prize of $1,000. Winners must be 18 years or older and must be present to win. During that time the winners of the annual Holiday Gingerbread Challenge will be also announced. The contest is held by The Whidbey Examiner and sponsored by Friends of the Coupeville Library. CHWA will host a gingerbread workshop Saturday, November 30 at the Coupeville Rec Hall. Entries can then be take over to the library for display.

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Cooking is part necessity, but it’s also partly cultural. The way we cook says a lot about the societies we live in and the traditions that influence our families. I know that a lot of what I do in the kitchen is an echo of what my mother taught me. When I crack an egg into a mixing bowl, I scoop out that last little bit of raw egg white in the shell with my finger and scrape it off on the edge of the bowl. My mother grew up during the Great Depression and learned not to waste food. Some of her habits have been passed down to me even though I grew up a full generation later in relatively easy circumstances. When I start to cook a chicken or turkey, I also do what my mother showed me. Step one for me is cutting

open the plastic wrap the bird comes in and discarding it. Step two is to reach inside the cavity of the fowl to remove the package of giblets. (I cook those pieces in a saucepan with a bit of water as a treat for my faithful mutt, Buster Brown, who deserves a bit of payback because he keeps me company in the kitchen while I labor there.) Finally, in step three, I hold the bird over the kitchen sink and rinse it inside and out in cool water running from the faucet. It’s that last step that has now been called into question in my mind. According to a news piece that ran recently on NPR’s website, there’s no good reason to rinse poultry prior to cooking. Beyond that, there’s really every reason to refrain from rinsing birds because tiny droplets of water bouncing off the carcass spread microorganisms to everything around your sink for a distance up to 3 feet. Some of those droplets get on you, some on your kitchen counter, some on any dishes that may be in the vicinity of the sink. The contaminants that arrive with poultry into our kitchen can be serious business. A microorganism called Campylobacter and our old friend salmonella combine to cause close to 2 million cases of foodborne illness in the

U.S. each year. The way to reduce the threat they pose is not by rinsing raw poultry, but by thoroughly cooking the birds you prepare. Yet many of us continue to rinse. In fact, according to the NPR piece, about 90 percent of cooks rinse raw poultry. We do it because our mothers taught us the technique, not because we’ve really thought about it. And rinsing is reinforced by some cookbooks and by reruns of Julia Child, the famous “French Chef” of public television who rinsed her birds as we all watched. Habits can be tough to change. But now is the time to stop rinsing your chickens and turkeys. Just thoroughly cook your birds. It’s easier than rinsing, and safer as well. Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard. This column is a service of the College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University.

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WHIDBEY WEATHER SUMMARY Sept 30th - Oct 6th, 2013 HI Temp

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Laywers say obession led to Greenbank murder By Jessie Stensland Staff Reporter

A “secret obsession” with a female friend from Antarctica compelled Robert “Al” Baker to brutally murder his wife at their Greenbank home last summer, prosecutors claim. Eric Ohme, the senior deputy prosecutor in Island County, laid out his case against Baker in opening statements at the opening of the murder trial Thursday. “The obsession he had for a woman that was not his wife,” Ohme told the jury. “It culminated the night of June 2 or the morning of June 3, 2012, when Robert Baker struck his wife in the head with a hammer, strangled her in their bed.” Baker, 62, is facing a firstdegree murder charge in the death of his wife, Kathie Baker. The couple met at an Antarctic science station and owned a well-known pizza restaurant in Freeland. Baker is claiming innocence. His attorney, Tom Pacher, reserved his opening remarks until after the prosecution rests. Ohme, however, spoke about the sheer violence of Kathie Baker’s death and

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described Baker’s alleged attempt to hide the body. “He drug Kathie Baker’s body out of the house, through the garage,” Ohme said, “wrapped her body in a blue and silver tarp with ropes and bungee cords, and dumped her in a ravine behind the house.” Ohme said Baker met Liza Schuldt, an Alaska resident, when they worked together in Antarctica. She felt their relationship was platonic, Ohme said, but Baker wanted more; he visited her twice, sent her romantic cards and then invited her to his home in Greenbank after falsely claiming he broke up with his wife. Ohme said Baker killed his wife and hid her body before Schuldt arrived. Testimony Thursday focused on how investigators discovered Kathie had been murdered as well as the forensics of the scene of the murder — the Bakers’ home. Deputy Leif Haugen with the Island County Sheriff’s Office took the stand and described how he started investigating Kathie Baker’s disappearance after receiving a welfare call from her employer. She was a computer programmer and worked long-distance for Denverbased Raytheon Corporation. Both Haugen and Sgt. Laura Price, formerly a detective with the sheriff’s office, said they spoke with Baker, who said he had dropped his wife off at the airport days prior. Haugen said he checked with the Port of Seattle and found there was no record of Kathie Baker flying out.

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Robert “Al” Baker, right, stands trial for allegedly murdering his wife Kathie Baker in June 2012. Lawyers said last week it was an obsession with another woman that prompted the kill. Schuldt was with Baker at his home. Haugen said she thought that Kathie Baker no longer lived at the home and was surprised the deputies were looking for her there. Price said Baker showed the deputies around the house. She said they saw large brownish-red stains on the carpet in several different rooms and the stairs. She asked him about the stains. “He told me the dogs poop on the carpet,” she said. Price said the scene was secured as a crime scene and both Baker and Schuldt were

told to leave. A team of forensic scientists from the Washington State Patrol arrived the next day, June 9. Mary Wilson, the lead forensic scientist, testified extensively Thursday. She described how her team found Kathie Baker’s tarp-wrapped body in a ravine behind the house, a trail of blood stains through the house and the alleged murder weapon in a garbage. Wilson identified a long series of photographs she took at the scene, which Ohme showed to the jury on an overhead projector.

Wilson described finding massive blood stains on the carpet underneath two rug “runners” on the side of the bed in the master bedroom, as well as blood stains on the mattress pad, mattress and a night stand. She said the stains were “dilute,” which meant someone tried to clean them up. She described following a trail of blood stains from the bedroom, across the living room, across the kitchen floor, down a stairs and into the garage. A blood-stained comforter was in a basin in the

washing-machine room and blood was found in the water of a carpet cleaning machine, Wilson said. Wilson said a member of her team found a hammer in the garbage; she collected hairs stuck to the striking surface. Pacher cross examined the witnesses briefly, pointing out that neighbors and alternate suspects weren’t interviewed, and questioning the security of the crime scene. There was no testimony on Friday due to a scheduling issue. The trial will resume Monday morning.

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The Island County Auditor’s Office next week will mail out more than 50,000 ballots next week for the Nov. 5 general election. Island County Deputy Auditor Michele Reagan said ballots should be mailed on Oct. 16, but the statute allows for the ballots to be mailed out by Oct. 18. “We’re going to beat that by a couple of days,” Reagan said noting that ballots for registered voters living overseas or are in the military went to the mailbox Sept. 18. Even though ballots need to be postmarked by Nov. 5, the majority of the ballots received typically come in dur-

ing the days leading up to the election deadline. Reagan said staff sees the largest number of ballots the day before, election day and the day after the deadline. Of the nearly 43,000 votes cast during the 2012 general election, nearly 14,000 ballots were received on those three days. The Port of Coupeville has two contested seats up for election this year. Jim Patton, who finishes his tenure as the port’s executive director at the end of the year, is running to fill the seat being vacated by Benye Weber. He is running against Bill Larsen. Recently appointed commissioner Mike Diamanti is running against Richard Bowen to fill the remainder

of Laura Blankenship’s term. She resigned earlier in 2013. Also on the ballot is a measure shrinking commissioner terms from six years to four years. Voters will also consider a $50 million bond measure to fund an expansion and modernization of Whidbey General Hospital. Ballots have to be postmarked by Nov. 5 in order to be counted. People can also drop off ballots at several ballots located throughout Island County; those locations include the Island County Auditor’s election office on North Main Street in Coupeville. For more information, go to wei.sos.wa.gov/county/ island/en/Elections/Pages/default.aspx

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County WIC safe for now Despite looming closures to the county’s Women, Infants and Children program, or WIC, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has found funding to allow the national program to operate as usual through the end of October. The possible halting of WIC services was the result of the federal governmental shutdown that began Monday, Oct. 1, because of Congress’s inability to agree on a national budget. The news was a relief to Island County’s WIC programs and offices in Oak Harbor, Langley, Whidbey Island Naval Air Station and Camano Island. “I do believe things will work themselves out,” said Suzanne Turner, Island County’s director of community and family health. She said she told her relieved staff at a Thursday morning meeting: “Let’s just put that aside now and move on with serving the community.” Still, the few days of uncertainty was stressful for both WIC clients and the program’s five staff members who were unsure if they would be laid off. “It’s been difficult from the staff perspective in the last week. It’s tough to be placed in such a predicament,” Turner said. In addition, Turner said, mothers receiving WIC assistance have been concerned that the nutrition program many rely on would be stopped. “Some of the mums have shown confusion and have heard stories that WIC will be closing down or their checks won’t be any good,” Turner said. The Island County Pub-

lic Health Department was informed by the Washington State Department of Health via email late Wednesday that the USDA had reallocated contingency food funds to cover food costs in every WIC state through the month of October. The funds were expected to be accessible by Oct. 4, the email said. Johnson said that the funding came from the left over food dollars that each WIC state is required to return to the federal government at the end of each fiscal year. Johnson said some quick accounting by the USDA revealed that they had enough returned funding to cover the month of October. Commissioner Helen Price Johnson said she was pleased to see that a solution was found for the program that benefits the island’s low income families. “These are some of our most vulnerable citizens and it would be a shame if their basic nutritional needs would be threatened by this shutdown,” Price Johnson said. “Providing good nutrition and information to pregnant mothers is the best tax dollars we can spend.” Island County helps roughly 970 mothers and children through the ages of 5. The NAS Whidbey Island WIC office provides assistance to roughly 820 Navy mothers and children. “It’s caused a lot of worry among our families about the future,” said Wende Dolstad, WIC coordinator for the NAS Whidbey office, which is administered through Skagit County. “Their immediate concerns have been feeding their families.” Dolstad said WIC is a particularly good resource

for sailors and Navy mothers who may be away from their own families and may not have a support group on the island. “They can get connected with the resources they need,” Dolstad said. “WIC is becoming known as the place where people get breast-feeding support.” Island County’s WIC Coordinator Dori Johnson said the Facebook page the county created in January 2012 has been a good way to assuage resident concerns and keep families updated. Johnson said continuing the program is an invaluable service to the community because when low-income mothers have healthy, well-fed infants it leads to saving in health care for the taxpayers in the long term. “A healthier baby is born, with fewer premature births and health issues,” Johnson said. “So you’ve already ultimately saved everyone money by having a healthy baby.” While the NEX and the Commissary on base are closed indefinitely, WIC participants can still use their nutrition dollars at any of the island’s major grocers including Walmart, Saar’s, Albertson’s and Safeway. WIC provides health and nutrition resources to pregnant women, new mothers, infants and children under five. WIC provides health screening, nutrition education, nutrient-rich foods, breast-feeding support and referrals to other health and social services. The average amount mothers receive from WIC on Whidbey Island is $55 per month. For more information about WIC and other Island County programs, visit www.islandcountycfhs.org

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Scarecrows take to streets By Nathan Whalen Staff Reporter

Popular literary characters are appearing along the arterials of Coupeville in the form of scarecrows. The annual Scarecrow Corridor, which is organized by the Coupeville Chamber of Commerce, is taking place throughout October. Lynda Eccles, executive director for the Coupeville Chamber of Commerce, said Friday that 17 organizations had signed up to place a scarecrow along North and South Main streets and Front Street, but more could appear after they are displayed. “The fun thing about the Scarecrow Corridor is they just show up,” Eccles said.

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Scarecrows appeared last weekend and the hay-filled mannequins will be displayed through most of October. This year’s contest features scarecrows based on literary characters or a favorite children’s character. Businesses and organizations participating this year include Whidbey Island Bank, Coupeville Coffee and Bistro, Coupeville Elementary School, the Master Gardeners, Penn Cove Gallery and more. Awards will be given for best scarecrow from a busi-

ness, best scarecrow from a nonprofit and people’s choice. Voting forms can be picked up at Whidbey Island Bank, Coupeville Public Library and the Coupeville Chamber of Commerce. The winners of the Scarecrow Corridor will be announced following the Halloween Parade that takes place Oct. 26 in Coupeville. “It’s something fun for the people,” Eccles said of the contest. For more information, go to www.coupevillechamber. com

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Coupeville collects doubles win in Overlake match

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Brian Norris, above, and Kyle Bodamer, right, combined to win the second doubles match in three sets for Coupeville against Overlake Oct. 4. The top two doubles contests both produced close matches, with each school winning one. Norris and Bodamer prevailed 5-7, 6-3, 10-6.

Exciting doubles play highlighted Coupeville’s 4-1 loss to visiting Overlake of Redmond Friday, Oct. 4. The Wolves picked up their lone win in second doubles as Brian Norris and Kyle Bodamer rallied for a 5-7, 6-3, 10-6 win over Will Corrin and Sean Underwood. First doubles also produced a thrilling finish. The Owls’ Andrew Gavrila and Rich Chavez prevailed over Ben Etzell and Aaron Curtin 2-6, 7-6(7-3), 10-8. In third doubles, Coupeville’s Brandon Kelley and Jake McCormick fell to Tony Lee and Colin Sapp 6-2, 6-4. In singles action, Overlake’s Grant Gibson defeated Sebastian Davis in the No. 1 slot 6-1, 6-0. Pranav Harikrishnan took second singles from Coupeville’s Dalton Martin 6-0, 6-1. Coupeville picked up a win in the exhibition No. 5 doubles match from Connor McCormick and Loren Nelson. The Wolves (0-5) wrap up the regular season with a home match with Archbishop Murphy (1-2) at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16. The Wildcats nipped Coupeville 3-2 Sept. 18.

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The Coupeville High School soccer team showed improvement in its loss at Lakewood Tuesday, Oct. 1, and then became the latest victim of the King’s buzz saw in Shoreline Thursday, Oct. 3, losing 9-0. The Lakewood match was a barometer of the Wolves’ growth this season. The Cougars slipped by Coupeville 2-0 after dumping the Wolves

7-0 two weeks ago. Coupeville coach Troy Cowan said, “Nice change, in our first meeting we were totally dominated. New day brought a new fighting spirit and a new outcome. Even though we were still beaten, the match was in question throughout. We gave up two early goals in the first half, but then our defense drew a line in the sand and said, ‘No more.’ Our team played outstanding and gave Lakewood all they could handle.” Goalkeeper Julia Myers continues to shine for the Wolves, Cowan said. He added, “She has played great all season, but she took her game to another level tonight.” Cowan lauded the entire defense, calling it the “backbone” and “strongest area” on his team. Of note, fresh-

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man Carly Rosenkrance had a “terrific match” against the Cougars (3-3, 3-5). Offensively, Makana Stone continues to play well; and against Lakewood, the Wolves got a boost from freshmen Mattea Miller and May Rose, according to Cowan. King’s (6-1, 6-2), one of the state’s top teams, received multiple goals from three girls, led by the hat trick of Beth Stella. Cowan said, “We played well, King’s is just a great team. We played to our ability and will keep trying to get better.” He added, “The Luvera girls (Ivy and Ana) played really smart and raised their game. We just need to stay focused on us and keep working hard.” The Wolves (1-6, 1-7) host

Granite Falls (3-4, 3-5-1) at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10.

Lakewood, King’s blank Coupeville in volleyball action Running into a hot team and then a tough team, the Coupeville volleyball team lost a pair of matches last week. Lakewood was hitting on all cylinders in a 3-0 win over the visiting Wolves Tuesday, Oct. 1, and King’s continued its unbeaten season with a 3-0 win over Coupeville Thursday, Oct. 3, in Shoreline. The Cougars (4-2) cruised to a 25-11, 25-17, 25-15 win. Coupeville coach Kirsty Croghan said, “Lakewood looked great tonight; they were a tough competitor.” She added, “As a team we are still working to improve

our defense and our game at the net.” Breeanna Messner played another strong all-around game for the Wolves, registering two kills, hitting all eight serves and handling 20-of-20 serve-receive chances and 11of-15 defensive chances. Allison Hanigan recorded four kills and two blocks; Hailey Hammer had three kills and was 8-for-8 serving; Amanda Fabrizi collected two aces, was 25-for-26 in serve receive and finished 27for-35 on defense; and Sydney Autio had nine assists while going 85-for-90 in setting. King’s, ranked fourth in the latest 1A state poll, won 25-17, 25-11, 25-13. Croghan said, “Though the scores and stats may not show it, the girls did good tonight. They are working hard at practice to fine tune our

offense and defense, and it is starting to click on the court for us.” Madeline Strasburg recorded three kills, added two aces on 7-for-8 serving and was 7-for-7 in serve receive. Autio had 10 assists, leading to three kills for Kacie Kiel and two kills for Hammer. Messner was 7-for-7 in serves with two aces and 8-for-11 on defensive chances. Haley Sherman was 8-for10 and Fabrizi 11-for-15 in serve receive. Coupeville (0-7, 1-7) finally returns home at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, against Granite Falls (0-7, 0-7) after four road games. Tuesday, Oct. 15, both the soccer and volleyball teams host rival South Whidbey. Soccer plays at 6 p.m. and volleyball at 7 p.m.

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Connecting with God Whidbey animal lovers bring their beloved pets to Coupeville to be blessed on day that honors St. Francis of Assisi

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iglet was howling. The anticipation was getting to be too much for the American pitbull terrier. John and Alacyn Coupe brought Piglet to St. Mary Mission Catholic Church for a special occasion in the town that John’s great-great-great grandfather, Capt. Thomas Coupe, founded. Piglet was going to be blessed. “She’s the best dog we’ve ever had,” John said. “We love her to death,” Alacyn said. With blue skies above and the sun shining on a magnificent fall afternoon, more than a dozen pets were blessed during an outdoor ceremony led by pastor Paul Pluth last Friday, Oct. 4, in Coupeville. It was part of tradition carried out at churches all over the world conducted in remembrance of St. Francis of Assisi’s love for all creatures. On hand were a pointer named Flynn, a Shih Tzu named Oreo, a cat named Boots, among other dogs and cats. “I did not bring my dogs with me because they’re ill-behaved,” Pluth told the small crowd that assembled. Pluth said he’s always liked the tradition because of how it brings together

people from different faiths and communities. Their common thread is the bond they share with the pets they love. “It’s important to us,” said Peter Faberski of Coupeville. He and his wife Petra brought their 8-year-old, long-haired dachshund Binchen. “It means that we’re connected to God and we would like her to be included,” Peter said. The ceremony was quick. After Pluth greeted the crowd and spoke, there were songs, then a prayer. The songs brought out the howls from Piglet. Eventually, it was time for Pluth to carry out the blessings. “We ask you Father to bless the animal friends here with us,” Pluth said as he made the rounds to each pet, lightly sprinkling them with holy water. One of the final pets Pluth encountered was Boots, a 12-year-old cat owned by Tom and Laurie Shade. Tom held Boots in his arms while the cat carefully observed the curious canines around him. “He gets little nervous,” Tom said. And for good reason. Boots survived a rattlesnake bite in Texas when he was 1. “We always bring

him (to the blessings) after that,” Tom said, “so St. Francis can watch over him. “Now he has to worry about the deer chasing him.” Boots acted like he’d gone through this before. But to Piglet, who’s 10, all this was brand new. “We never had her blessed before,” John Coupe said. “We thought it would be a good idea.”

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Pastor Paul Pluth leads a hymn during the “Blessing of the Pets” ceremony held at St. Mary Mission Catholic Church in Coupeville.

Boots the cat isn’t sure what to make of a splash of holy water in the hands of his owner Tom Shade.

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whidbey island’s community calendar Thur., Oct. 10

bergquist@wsu.edu The Great Gatsby Affair, an annual benefit for Coupeville Boys and Girls Club, 6-9 p.m., Oct. 12 at Oak Harbor Elks Lodge, 155 N.E. Ernst St. Auction, dinner and dancing. Period dress encouraged. Tickets are $75 per couple or $40 per seat. For more information call 360-678-5640. coupevilleboysandgirlsclub. org

Preschool storytime, 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., Oct. 10, 17, 24, 31, Oak Harbor Library. Let imaginations run wild with fun books, sing-along songs, and creative activities that prepare young minds for the adventures of reading. Playtime or craft may follow. This program is for ages 3 to 5 years and a caregiver is required. 360-675-5115, or www.sno-isle.org

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Survive the Zombie Apocalypse!, teen program, 2 p.m., Oct. 10, Oak Harbor Library. Zombies are coming — are you ready? Learn what to pack in your bug-out bag, play games and make your own paracord lanyard. All supplies and relevant resources provided. Refreshments will be served. Funded by Friends of the Oak Harbor Library. Space is limited, please pre-register. For teens grade 6-12. 360-675-5115, or www.sno-isle.org

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Members of the Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association were out decorating downtown Tuesday morning in preparation for HarvestFest Saturday.

IDIPIC North Whidbey DUI/Underage Drinking prevention panel, 6:45 p.m., Oct. 10, Oak Harbor Library. Open to all. No late admittance. Conference Room 137. Required by local driving school for driver’s ed. student and parent. 360-672-8219 or www.idipic.org

fall election forum, 7-9 p.m., Oct. 10, Trinity Lutheran Church, Freeland. South Whidbey candidates and ballot issues. 360-240-8401. Eagles talk, demonstration, 7 p.m., Oct. 10, Coupeville Recreation Hall. Kestrel SkyHawk, education director

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from the Sarvey Wildlife Care Center, is bringing several live eagles, both bald and golden, to the Whidbey Audubon Society’s public program. She tells about her work at the center as well as the natural history of the birds she cares for and how people who find an injured bird can help. Sarvey Wildlife Care Center is in Arlington, where SkyHawk has been doing wildlife rehabilitation and education for 31 years. There will be lots of opportunities to ask SkyHawk questions and have an up-close look at these grand predators. Brief meeting and announcements at 7:15 p.m.; program starts at 7:30 p.m. Free. www.sarveywildlife.org, or contact Whidbey Audubon program chair Robin Llewellyn at 360-678-5403, or soaringridge@broadstripe. net

Fri., Oct. 11 Island Beach Access meeting, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Oct. 11, Freeland Library community room. IBA is holding its monthly meeting, which is open to the public. Come and hear what is happening at your public beaches and your access to them. Help us make sure that our beaches and access points remain available for our children and grandchildren to enjoy. 360-321-4027, or cwilliam@whidbey.com Frightville 13, 6 p.m., Oct. 11, Roller Barn, Oak Harbor. Haunted house is in its 13th year on the ground floor of the 100-year-old Neil barn. Show dates are Oct. 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 and 31. Pumpkin Hour runs from 6-7 p.m. on each date. It is for people who want to tour the haunted

house but with a more toned down scare with no monsters and ghouls startling guests. Regular tours start at 7 p.m. There is a Witching Tour in the final hour with all lights off. $10 for Pumpkin Hour and regular tour; $15 for Witching Hour; $3 for a lights-on kids matinee from 2-4 p.m. on Oct. 12, 19 and 26. Proceeds benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Oak Harbor. 360-240-9273, 360-675-6534, or bgcoh@ comcast.net, or www.frightvillehaunt.com

Sat., Oct. 12 American Association of University Women (AAUW) Whidbey Island Branch monthly meeting, Oct. 12, social at 9:30 a.m. and meeting begins at 10 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 18341 State Route 525, Freeland. Dorothy Read, Whidbey Island author and Lise Smit, Whidbey resident, will speak about Read’s book, “End the Silence.” Copies of the book will be available. Prospective members are welcome. Nature tour, “Walk & Talk with Fungi,” 10 a.m.-noon, Oct. 12, Whidbey Institute, Clinton. Free educational tour at the forest of the Whidbey Institute. Learn about different fungi. Tour led by Ida Gianopulos, conservation assistant at the Whidbey Camano Land Trust. Will involve about 1.5 miles of moderate hiking. Please RSVP by contacting Janell Castro at 360-2223310 or janelle@wclt.org HarvestFest, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Oct. 12, Coupeville Farmers Market. Highlights include giant pumpkin contest, relay races and final Coupeville

farmers market of the season. “Dahlia propagation,” 10:30 a.m.-noon, Oct. 12, Meerkerk Garden, Greenbank. First of three-part series on dahlia propagation. “Digging, Dividing and Storing Dahlias Made Easy” is the first hands-on class. $10. Second class is Feb. 8, 2014. First 25 students will be enrolled in class. Register by email meerkerk@whidbeynet Whidbey Island giant pumpkin contest, 11 a.m.1 p.m., Oct. 12, Coupeville farmers market. Bring your big pumpkins, big zucchini and other giant or mutant veggies to the 18th annual event. Prizes for the biggest, prettiest, ugliest pumpkins and the biggest zucchini. A few special surprise awards may also be available, so anyone can win. “Guess the Winner” contest open to all. Fun for the whole family. Free. whidbeypumpkins@gmail.com, or 360-675-5687. IDIPIC presents its next North Whidbey DUI/Underage Drinking Prevention panel, 12:45 p.m., Oct. 12, Oak Harbor Library conference room 137. Open to all; no late admittance. Required by local driving school for drivers education student and parent. 360-672-8219, or www. idipic.org 4H Rally Night, 6 p.m., Oct. 12, Nordic Hall, Coupeville. Island County 4H will be hold Rally Night with a ceremony to welcome in new members with games and refreshments following. Anyone interested in joining 4H is welcome to attend. For more information about 4H in Island County call contact Sara Bergquist at 360-679-7328 or sarah.

Slow Food Taste of Whidbey, 3-5 p.m., Oct. 13, Freeland Hall, 1515 Shoreview Drive, Freeland. A celebration of the best food and beverages made on Whidbey Island featuring eight food vendors, three wineries and a brewer, all sharing tastes of their wares. Also, on hand will be farmers with displays of the fresh products coming off of their farms this harvest season. $30, or $35 at the door. SFWIFeedback@whidbey.com. Tickets are now at www.brownpapertickets. com/event/421381

Mon., Oct. 14 Genealogical Society of South Whidbey Island presentation, 1 p.m., Oct. 14, Trinity Lutheran Church, Freeland. The program is on Whidbey Island history. Speaker is well-known island historian and pioneer descendant Roger Sherman of Coupeville. Free. www.gsswi.org Presentation, “High Tide on Main Street: Rising Sea Level & The Coming Coastal Crisis,” 1:30-3:30 p.m., Oct. 14, Coupeville Library. CREATe presents its second in a series of climate education programs. We will examine the science behind sea level rise: its global, national, regional and local impacts. Sponsored by the CREATe group and Friends of the Coupeville Library. 360-678-4911, or LFranzen@sno-isle.org, or www.sno-isle.org

Tue., Oct. 15 South Whidbey Republican Women meeting, 11:30 a.m., Oct. 15, Useless Bay Golf and Country Club, Langley. “Guns and Freedom” will be the topic of guest speaker Michael McInerney, president and range master at Holmes Harbor Rod and Gun Club in Langley. Men are welcome. McInerney will present the history of firearms and will have guns on display. His 30plus year teaching career was with South Whidbey School District and he is now retired. Presently, he is owner of

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more community calendar From page 10 Backdoor Sports and offers personal one-on-one service concerning choosing, shooting and maintaining sporting and defensive guns as well as firearms safety. To reserve your lunch please call 360579-4062 or 360-579-3614. Whidbey Island Camera Club meeting, 6:30-8 p.m., Oct. 15, Oak Hall, Room 306, Skagit Valley College Whidbey campus. The theme for October is “Mountains.” You may submit up to three photographs for discussion during the meeting to absolutescience@hotmail.com. Whidbey Island Camera Club, a community club, is open to the public. Email questions to tina31543@comcast.net or go to www.whidbeyislandcameraclub.com

Wed., Oct. 16 Baby & Me storytime, 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., Oct. 16, Oak Harbor Library. Every Wednesday in month of October at these times. Playtime follows. Program for newborns through 24 months with a caregiver required. 360-675-5115, or www.snoisle.org Codependents Anonymous, 7 p.m. Wednesdays at the Church on the Rock, 1780 S.E. 4th Ave., Oak Harbor. An open share gathering for those seeking healthy relationships. Ideal for those struggling with personal boundaries in relationships or are dealing with an addicted loved one. For more information about Codependents Anonymous or meeting details, visit www.coda.org or call Colleen at 360-969-1177.

Thur., Oct. 17 Meet the author: Bernadette Pajer, 3 p.m., Oct. 17, Oak Harbor Library. Friends of the Oak Harbor Library invite the public to meet mystery writer Bernadette Pajer, author of the Professor Bradshaw mysteries. In Pajer’s most recent book, Capacity for Murder, Professor Bradshaw must prove that it was no accident when a mysterious death occurs at a sanitarium. Books will be available for sale and signing from Wind and Tide Bookshop, and refreshments will be provided. The event is free and open to the public with support from the Friends of the Oak Harbor Library. 360-675-5115, or www.sno-isle.org

Fri., Oct. 18 Propegation Class, 10 a.m.-noon, Oct. 18, Meerkerk Gardens, 3531 Meerkerk Lane, Greenbank. Meerkerk’s resident Rhodie godmother, Susie Reynolds, will instruct students in the art of propagating rhododendrons. $10 per student. Class is limited to 25 students; reservations requested. 360-678-1912, or meerkerk@whidbey.net, or www.meerkerkgardens.org

Sat., Oct. 19 Birds and their habitats walk, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Oct. 19, carpool from Trinity Lutheran Church parking lot, 18341 State Route 525, Freeland. Walk through several forest types on the south end of Whidbey Island to compare habitats and how dif-

ferent bird species use them. Half-day trip with potential for full-day if there’s interest. 360-678-2264, or sremse@ comcast.net, or www.whidbeyaudubon.org/upcoming

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Whidbey Island Kite Fliers Fun Fly, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Oct. 19, Fort Casey, Coupeville. The last fun fly for the season. New fliers encouraged. Call Lisa Root at 360-678-7052. Island County Historical Society Autumn Auction, 6 p.m., Oct. 19, Oak Harbor Elks Lodge. Dinner, auction and tribute to Vern Olsen of the Shifty Sailors. Tickets are $60. Proceeds go to Island County Museum’s annual operations and programs. 360678-3310.

Island County Astronomical Society (ICAS) monthly meeting, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Oct. 21, Oak Hall Room 306, Skagit Valley College, 1000 S.E. Regata Dr., Oak Harbor. Anyone interested in astronomy is invited to attend. There will be short presentations on current topics in astronomy and a good time is guaranteed for all. For more information about ICAS or club events, contact Dan Pullen at 360-679-7664 or icaspub@ juno.com, or go to www.icaswa.webs.com

Sun., Oct. 20

Mon., Oct. 28

Ann Rule book signing, 1-5 p.m., Oct. 20, China City, 1804 Scott Road, Freeland. New York Times best-selling author Ann Rule will do a first signing for the book “Practice to Deceive.” Rule spent three years researching and writing her 34th book. She reveals facets of the 2003 homicide of Russel Douglas in Freeland. Readers may bring up to six titles of Rule’s earlier books to be signed.

Film showing, “Golden Venture,” 1 p.m., Oct. 28, Coupeville Library. This 90-minute film chronicles the ongoing struggles of passengers who were aboard the Golden Venture, an immigrant smuggling ship that ran aground near New York City in 1993. A short beginners “Golden Venture” origami workshop will follow the documentary. 360-6784911, or LFranzen@sno-isle. org

Mon., Oct. 21

Free legal workshop, “Estate Planning and Wills,” 5:30 p.m., Oct. 28, Coupeville Library. Attorney Paul Neumiller will lead a workshop about wills, probate, will alternatives, financial and medical powers of attorney, and medical directives. Pre-register online or call the library. Limit of 25. Sponsored by: Volunteer Lawyers of Island County in partnership with LAW Advocates and Friends of the

Soroptimist International of Coupeville 2nd annual Women & Wine, 6 p.m., Oct. 21, Ciao, 701 N. Main St., Coupeville. Second annual fundraiser for Breast Cancer Awareness that provides for mammograms for those in the community. Fun, camaraderie, wine and Italian dinner.

Coupeville Library. Free. 360678-4911, or LFranzen@snoisle.org Diabetes Health Group presentation, 6:30 p.m., Oct. 28, Whidbey General Hospital board room. Topic is “Artificial Pancreas for Type 1 Diabetes: How Close Are We?” Presenter Don Miller, registered nurse and certified diabetes educator, will review artificial pancreas research trials and prospects for the future management of type 1 diabetes. milled@whidbeygen.org

Tues., Oct. 29 Soldiers in Petticoats: The Struggles of the Suffragettes, 1:30 p.m., Oct. 29, Coupeville Library. Tames Alan brings to life the story of the struggle of American women to gain the right to vote. Discover the impact of the 14th Amendment and how the suffragrettes influenced child labor laws and other major issues of their era. 360-678-4911, or www. sno-isle.org

Wed., Oct. 30 Codependents Anonymous, 7 p.m. Wednesdays at the Church on the Rock, 1780 S.E. 4th Ave., Oak Harbor. An open share gathering for those seeking healthy relationships. For more information about Codependents Anonymous or meeting details, visit www.coda.org or call Colleen at 360-969-1177.

Fri., Nov. 1

Festival, 6 p.m., Nov. 1, Nordic Hall, Crockett Barn, Ciao Restaurant, various locations in Coupeville. The first annual Whidbey Island Tango Festival takes place in Coupeville from Nov. 1-3. Five classes, two milongas (dances), 3 practicas (casual practice dancing), and the good food, lodging, wine, and gorgeous surroundings of Whidbey Island. Teachers include Tony Fan, Ilana Rubin, and David Imburgia. Beginners through advanced dancers can enjoy a relaxed and friendly place to explore the Argentine Tango. $15$99. 425-318-2651, or WhidbeyTango@gmail.com Star Party, Island County Astronomical Society (ICAS), begins at dark, Fort Nugent Park, Oak Harbor. Explore the night sky and view distant galaxies, planets and nebulas at this free public event. No telescope is needed and people of all ages are welcome to attend. Dress warmly and note that the event will be canceled if the weather is cloudy. 360679-7664, or icaspub@juno. com, or www.icas-wa.webs. com

Sat., Nov. 2 Coupeville Booster Club Crab Feed 2013, 5:30 p.m., Nov. 2, Oak Harbor Elks Lodge. Auctions and desserts. Proceeds benefit athletic programs at Coupeville High School. Tickets available at Keystone Cafe, bayleaf and Cascade Insurance Agency. Tickets are $30 prior to Oct. 25 and $40 after. 360-9695275, or www.coupevilleboosterclub.com

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Whidbey Island Worship Guide  Pacific Rim Institute St. Mary’s Church Sundays • 6:30pm Oak Harbor Lutheran Church invites everyone to experience a casual evening of prayer, worship and friendship in Coupeville. Call 679-1561 for information. WELCOME TO

St. Mary’s Catholic Church MASS SCHEDULE

Sundays • 11:15 am & Thursday • 12:10 pm 207 N. Main St., Coupeville • www.staugustineoh.org

THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH ON WHIDBEY ISLAND WELCOMES EVERYONE!

St. Augustine’s in-the-Woods

Julie Spangler, Director of Christian Formation Nigel J. Taber-Hamilton, Rector

Sunday Eucharist 8 & 10:30 am

Child care available at 10 am Youth programs at 10:30 am Sept - June 5217 S. Honeymoon Bay Rd Freeland • 360-331-4887 www.staugustinesepiscopalchurch.org

Coupeville United Methodist Church

8:45 Contemporary Service 10:00 Sunday School 11:00 Traditional Service

Child care available Pastor Jin Ming Ma 608 N. Main St. • 360-678-4256

WORSHIP SERVICES

Whidbey Island Friends Meeting

at the Unitarian Universalist building 20103 SR 525 (about 2 miles north of Freeland)

Every Sunday afternoon: 4 - 5 pm One hour of silent worship, meditation and occasional spoken messages.

Visitors welcome

For details visit: www.whidbeyquakers.org or email: tewell@whidbey.com tgrove@whidbey.com

A Church, A Family

A Spiritual Home Grace By The Sea An Anglican Expression of Faith The Rev. Paul Orritt

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8:00 AM TRADITIONAL WORSHIP SERVICE 9:15 AM SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 AM FAMILY WORSHIP SERVICE www.gracebythesea.org

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Island Vineyard Community Church Pastor James Gallagher

9:15 AM SUNDAY SCHOOL 10:00 AM WORSHIP SERVICE www.islandvineyard.org

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2 Churches - 1 Building 679-3431 555 SE Regatta Dr., Oak Harbor

ISLAND VINEYARD COMMUNITY CHURCH

Come join us for Lutheran Worship Services in Coupeville!

GRACE BY THE SEA • AN ANGLICAN EXPRESSION OF FAITH

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Now Accepting Applications for: FT LINE COOK Experience required. Apply in person at: Useless Bay Golf & Country Club 5725 S. Country Club Dr Langley

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Chairside Assistant Experience preferred, however willing to train. Approxiatly 30 hours per week. Benefits provided. Send resume to: PO BOX 2340 Oak Harbor, WA 98277

CNA’s

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Electronics

Flea Market

Mail Order

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2 6’ aluminum ladders $12 each. Shop vac, excellent $20. 80 DVDs $1 each. Vacuum cleaner, Wind Tunnel, Like new $25. Langley. 360-2218785. BIKE: SPECIALIZED Crossroad 18 Speed M o u n t a i n B i ke. G o o d condition! Retails $300+. Asking $100. Mount Vernon. 360-610-9570. COMFY leather hunter green poppa chair $125. Call 360-341-1860 in Clinton, ask for Donna. C R A F T S M A N WA L K B e h i n d Ya r d Va c u u m . New! Picks up grass, leaves, small twigs and mulches. Owners manual. Great deal for $150. Retails over $400. Call Darma 360-678-1634. GAS RANGE: slide in, propane, white. Brand new, never used. Asking $150 or best offer. Langley 360-331-3183 360632-6656. L I K E N E W ova l s o l i d oak claw foot pedestal coffee table with glass t o p. N o r o o m i n n ew house. A steal at $150. 360-675-8397 MUST SELL, student desk, pine, 7 drawers $60 obo. Main St, C o u p ev i l l e. 3 6 0 - 6 7 8 0819 afternoons.

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Medical Equipment

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pets/animals Dogs

Dogs

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JACK RUSSELL PUPS 5 weeks old. Lots of fun! 4 Males $400. Female $450. Short haired with tails & dew claws done. Beautiful puppies, bred for great dispositions! 360-240-2535. Photos at www.stonebrierfarm.com Farm Animals & Livestock

ALPINE & KIKO Goat Pair. Young, wethered male and young female. Ver y friendly, must go together. $75 for both. 360-914-0999 DOWNSIZING Due To Health Issues. Pigmy Goats, all ages, $25 to $100. 6 month old Miniature Donkeys, 2 at $ 5 0 0 e a c h o b o. 3 6 0 AKC Standard Poodle 757-0886 Puppies. Brown males & females, Ready for General Pets their new homes Oct. 16th. Healthy & well so- B E A R D E D D R A G O N cialized. Great tempera- With beautiful, large disments and personalities. play terrarium. Lights, Please visit accessories and owner’s www.ourpoeticpoodles.net manual included. Ver y or call 509-582-6027 friendly. $300. 360-9140999 German Shepherd puppies, AKC, white, sable, black colors. Shots, wor med, vet checked. Pa r e n t s O FA , G r e a t Temperament. Yakima. Call 509-965-1537 or visit:

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BIG INSIDE SALE, must empty house! Outdoor fireplace, couch hide-ab e d , 8 ’ x 4 ’ x 2 ’ s t o ra g e shelving, collectibles, kitchen, books, Christmas & a whole bunch more! Saturday- Sun- 2005 F350, 4x4, diesel, day, 9 am - 3 pm, 2422 super cab, 5,490 miles, Goss Lake Road. 2 pages of options can e m a i l . $ 2 9 , 9 9 5 / O B O, OAK HARBOR SALE, SATURDAY Oc- $60K invested with optober 19th, 8am to 5pm. tions. Save $30,000 over Contents of House, Gar- new! (425)220-1156 age, Yard. Includes Fur- Must See! niture, Household, Tires & Wheels Tools, Yard Ar t, Coke Collection, Iris Herringbone Depression Glass, Celluloid Collection. Rain or Shine. 1597 Polnell Road.

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2 SAT FLEA MARKET VENDORS WELCOME Every Month! $15 for indoor spaces which includes table. Everything from A to Z is welcome! Food & beverages too! October 12 th , 9 am - 4 pm, Clinton Progressive Hall. 360-341-2283. DOWNSIZING GARAGE Sale! Sat only! Antique chandelire, Refrigerator, house hold items, roll away bed, nice dresser, dog supplies, large dog kennel, dog house & lots more var ious items. Whole home has got stuff that needs to go away! Saturday, from 8 am to 1 pm located at 4665 Andre Place. See you here!

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THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 30 NORTH, RANGE 3 EAST OF THE WILLAMETTE MERIDIAN, B E I N G M O R E PA R T I C U L A R LY D E SCRIBED AS FOLL OW S : C O M M E N C ING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SUBDIVISION; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 58’45” EAST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SUBDIVISION A DISTA N C E O F 5 7 5 . 8 8 FEET TO THE INTERSECTION WITH THE CENTERLINE OF EAST CAMANO DRIVE; THENCE SOUTH 39 DEGREES 55’44” EAST ALONG SAID CENTERLINE A DISTANCE OF 854.59 FEET; THENCE NORTH 50 DEGREES 0 4 ’ 1 6 ” E A S T AT RIGHT ANGLES TO SAID ROAD CENTERLINE A DISTANCE OF 30.00 FEET TO THE NORTHEAST RIGHT O F W AY L I N E O F SAID EAST CAMANO DRIVE BEING ALSO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE C O N T I N U E N O RT H 50 DEGREES 04’16” E A S T A D I S TA N C E OF 243.84 FEET TO THE INTERSECTION WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID SUBDIVISION; THENCE SOUTH 1 DEGREES 31’14” EAST ALONG SAID EAST LINE A DISTANCE OF 173.42 FEET TO THE N O RT H E A S T C O R NER OF THAT CERTA I N T R A C T O F LAND AS CONVEYED TO MR. DAVENPORT BY INSTRUMENT RECORDED UNDER AUD I TO R ’ S F I L E N O. 282266, RECORDS O F I S L A N D COUNTY,WASHINGTON; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 04’14” WEST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF S A I D DAV E N P O R T TRACT A DISTANCE

LEGAL NOTICES 2 TIRE SETS AVAIL.! 4 Hankook Tires, Special Winter Tires, used only one winter season, 225/70R-16. Originally $428. Asking $200. 4 Brand new Michelin, All Season Tires, size P225/70S-16. Asking $300. Call 360-221-0123

wheels Marine Power

1994 Livingston, 16’, 40 HP Suzuki motor, galvanized trailer with spare tire, Big John Downriggers, depth sounder, full canvas. Excellent condition! $4,000 firm. 360.279.8100 or 360.929.3962 ask for Bob

Motorhomes

1989 Telstar, by Cham-

Automobiles pion, 30K miles on new Classics & Collectibles engine, new fridge with

CLINTON

AKC CHOCOLATE Labs Puppies. 3 yellow males, 5 chocolate males and 5 chocolate females. Sweet disposition, family members hunters. Champion bloodlines, sire Canadian. 2 litters, 1 English style, 1 American style, some deliveries possible, trade? $700 each. 360-8272928

Pickup Trucks Ford

Garage/Moving Sales Island County LANGLEY

3 Chihuahua puppies, all females. 2 short haired $200/each. 1 long haired $300. (360)331-2044 5 AKC LAB Pups. Black or Yellow, Male or Female. $500 to $600. Sell http://bahrsshepherds.com or trade. 360-275-5068, Reach over a million Belfair

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Dogs

45th Annual Monroe Swap Meet, October 12th & 13th, Evergreen S t a t e Fa i r G r o u n d s , M o n r o e Wa . Ve n d o r s $40/per stall per weekend. Car Corral, $40 per stall per weekend. Free A d m i s s i o n . S a t u r d ay 8am-5pm. Sunday 8am3pm. Autos, Motorcycles, Tractors, Stationery Engines, Parts, Antiques & Collectibles. www.aarcbellingham.com Automobiles Ford

warranty, new AC, cork floors, well maintained. $7,000. (360)317-7698 doreen009@ centurytel.com 30’ GULFSTREAM Motorhome, 1997. 415 Ford 6.8 engine, 35,000 miles. Bath, large tub, s h ow e r, h o t wa t e r, 3 burner range, oven and microwave, 2 way refrigerator/freezer. Sleeps 6, 5.0 Generac generator, auto trailer towing package. 13,500 BTU air conditioning, 30,000 BTU heater. Tank of gas with purchase! $9,950 Priced to Sell! 360-9292321 Oak Harbor Vehicles Wanted

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ISLAND TRANSIT BOARD MEETING T h e n ex t s c h e d u l e d monthly business meeting of the Island Transit Board of Directors will be on Friday, October 18, 2013 at 9:30 AM, at the Island County Law & Justice Building, 101 NE 6th Street, Room 131, Coupeville, WA. Accommodations will be made available upon advance request for communications assist a n c e. T h e m e e t i n g room is accessible and is open to the public. For more information, please call (360) 6787771. LEGAL NO. 514984 Published: The Whidbey Examiner October 10, 17, 2013. LEGAL NOTICE ISLAND TRANSIT BOARD MEETING DATE AND LOCATION CHANGE T h e n ex t s c h e d u l e d monthly business meeting of the Island Transit Board of Directors will be on Friday, October 25, 2013 at 9:30 AM, at Whidbey General Hospital, Conference Room B, 101 N. Main Street, Coupeville, WA. Accommodations will be made

LEGAL NO. 519108 Published: The Whidbey Examiner. October 10, 17, 24, 2013.

N OT I C E O F T RU S TEE’S SALE Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. TS No.: WA - 1 2 - 5 3 3 3 7 0 - S H A P N N o . : R33014-462-1250 Title O r d e r N o . : 120360401-WA-GSO Grantor(s): CHARLES J DAVENPORT Grantee(s): WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, INC. Deed of Trust Ins t r u m e n t / R e fe r e n c e No.: 4030039 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, the undersigned Trustee, will on 10/18/2013, at 10:00 AM At the main entrance to the City Hall located at 865 SE Barrington Drive, Oak Harbor WA 98277 sell at public auction to the highest and best bidd e r, p aya bl e i n t h e for m of credit bid or cash bid in the form of cashier’s check or certified checks from federally or State chart e r e d b a n k s, a t t h e time of sale the following described real proper ty, situated in the County of ISLAND, State of Washington, t o - w i t : T H AT P O R TION OF THE SOUTH HALF OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 30 NORTH, RANGE 3 EAST OF THE WILLAMETTE M E R I D I A N , LY I N G N O R T H E A S T E R LY OF COUNTY ROAD; A L S O, A P O RT I O N OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF

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OF 175.13 FEET TO AN INTERSECTION W I T H T H E N O RT H EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF SAID EAST CAMANO DRIVE; THENCE NORTH 39 DEGREES 55’44” WEST ALONG SAID R I G H T O F WAY A DISTANCE OF 25.68 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. SITUATED IN I S L A N D C O U N T Y, WASHINGTON. More commonly known as: 3255 S CAMANO DRIVE, CAMANO ISL A N D , W A 98282-7095 which is subject to that certain Deed of Tr ust dated 8/26/2002, recorded 8/30/2002, under 4030039 records of ISLAND County, Washington, from CHARLES J. DAV E N P O RT, A S HIS SEPARATE ESTATE, as Grantor(s), to H AND L SERVICES, INC., as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, INC., as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by W E L L S FA R G O HOME MORTGAGE, INC. (or by its successors-in-interest and/or assigns, if any), to U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee, successor in interest to Bank of America, National Association, as Trustee, successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Associat i o n , a s Tr u s t e e fo r Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust Mor tgage PassThrough Cer tificates, Series 2003-BC1. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Tr u s t / M o r t g a g e . I I I . The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: $ 1 9 , 3 2 0 . 6 3 I V. T h e sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $71,601.43, together with interest as provided in the Note from the 11/1/2011, and such other costs and fees as are provided by statute. V. The above-described real proper ty will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title,

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www.whidbeyexaminer.com LEGAL NOTICES possession or encumb r a n c e s o n 10/18/2013. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 10/7/2013 (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before 10/7/2013 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth i n Pa r a g r a p h I I I i s cured and the Tr ustee’s fees and costs a r e p a i d . Pay m e n t must be in cash or with cashiers or cer tified checks from a State or fe d e r a l l y c h a r t e r e d bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the 10/7/2013 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by paying the principal and interest, plus costs, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): NAME CHARLES J. DAVENPORT, AS HIS SEPARATE ESTATE ADDRESS 3255 S CAMANO DRIVE, CAMAN O I S L A N D, WA 98282-7095 by both first class and certified mail, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served, if applicable, with said written Notice of Default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in Pa r a g r a p h I a b o ve , and the Tr ustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. These requirements were completed as of 5/16/2013. VII. T h e Tr u s t e e w h o s e name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive t h e G ra n t o r a n d a l l t h o s e w h o h o l d by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described proper ty. IX. Anyone having any objections to this sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver

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of any proper grounds fo r i n va l i d a t i n g t h e Tr u s t e e ’s s a l e. N O TICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS - The purchaser at the Trustee’s Sale is entitled to possession of the proper ty on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE S A L E O F YO U R HOME. You have only 20 DAYS from the recording date of this notice to pursue mediation. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR A N AT TO R N E Y L I C E N S E D I N WA S H INGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it m ay h e l p y o u s a ve your home. See below fo r s a fe s o u r c e s o f h e l p. S E E K I N G A S S I S TA N C E H o u s i n g counselors and legal a s s i s t a n c e m ay b e available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance i n d e t e r m i n i n g yo u r rights and oppor tun i t i e s t o ke e p yo u r house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commiss i o n : To l l - f r e e : 1-877-894-HOME (1-877-894-4663) or W e b s i t e : http://www.dfi.wa.gov/c onsumers/homeownership/post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure.h tm. The United States Department of Housing and Urban Developm e n t : To l l - f r e e : 1-800-569-4287 or National Web Site: h t t p : / / p o r tal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD or for Local counseling agencies in W a s h i n g t o n : http://www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/ind ex . c f m ? we b L i s t A c tion=searchandsearchstate=WAandfilterSvc=dfc The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and att o r n ey s : Te l e p h o n e : 1-800-606-4819 or Web site: http://nwjustice.org/what-clear. If the sale is set aside for

any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid t o t h e Tr u s t e e. T h i s shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no fur ther recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, t h e B e n e f i c i a r y, t h e Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankr uptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. THIS OFFICE IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMAT I O N O B TA I N E D WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. Dated: 06/17/2013 Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, as Trustee By: Michael Dowell, Assistant Secretary Trustee’s Mailing Address: Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington C/O Quality L o a n S e r v i c e C o r p. 2 1 4 1 F i f t h Ave n u e , San Diego, CA 92101 (866) 645-7711 Trustee’s Physical Address: Quality Loan Service Cor p. of Washington 1 9 7 3 5 1 0 t h Ave n u e NE, Suite N-200 Poulsb o, WA 9 8 3 7 0 S a l e Line: 714-730-2727 Or L o g i n t o : http://wa.qualityloan.com TS No.: WA - 1 2 - 5 3 3 3 7 0 - S H A - 4 3 9 4 6 0 5 0 9 / 1 9 / 2 0 1 3 , 10/10/2013 LEGAL NO. 513438 Published: The Whidbey Examiner September 19, October 10, 2013. N OT I C E O F T RU S TEE’S SALE Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. TS No.: WA - 1 1 - 4 5 7 6 3 6 - S H A P N N o . : S8197-00-00008-0 S8197-00-00009-0 Title Order No.: 1 1 0 3 4 3 9 5 8 - WA - G S I Grantor(s): JAMES P. D AY, L A U R A D AY Grantee(s): WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Deed of Trust Instrument/Reference No.: 4169974 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, the undersigned Trustee, will on 11/8/2013, at 10:00 AM At the main entrance to the City Hall located at 865

LEGAL NOTICES SE Barrington Drive, Oak Harbor WA 98277 sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable in the for m of credit bid or cash bid in the form of cashier’s check or certified checks from federally or State chart e r e d b a n k s, a t t h e time of sale the following described real proper ty, situated in the County of ISLAND, State of Washington, to-wit: LOTS 8 AND 9, SPINNAKER RIDGE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN VOLUME 13 OF PLATS, PAGES 136, 137, 138 AND 139, RECORDS OF I S L A N D C O U N T Y, WASHINGTON. SITUAT E D I N I S L A N D COUNTY, WASHINGTON. More commonly known as: 6277 SPINNAKER RIDGE LANE and 6282 SPINNAKER RIDGE LANE, CLINTON, WA 98236 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 5/3/2006, recorded 5/10/2006, under 4169974 records of ISLAND County, Washington, from JAMES P. D AY A N D L A U R A DAY, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Grantor(s), to NORTHWEST TRUSTEE SERVICES LLC, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of W E L L S FA R G O BANK, N.A. , as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. (or by its successorsin-interest and/or assigns, if any), to Wilmington Trust, National Association, as Successor Trustee to Citibank, N.A., as Trustee for Bear Stearns Asset Backed Securities Trust 2007-SD2, Asset-Backed Cer tificates, Series 2007-SD2. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Tr u s t / M o r t g a g e . I I I . The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: $129,089.00 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $875,000.00, together with interest as provided in the Note from the 4/1/2011, and such other costs and fees as are provided by statute. V. The above-described real proper ty will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of

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Trust as provided by statute. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on 11/8/2013. The defaults referred t o i n Pa r a g r a p h I I I must be cured by 10/28/2013 (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if a t a n y t i m e b e fo r e 10/28/2013 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashiers or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the 10/28/2013 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by paying the principal and interest, plus costs, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust, and curing all other defaults. VI. A written Not i c e o f D e fa u l t wa s transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): NAME JAMES P. DAY AND L AU R A DAY, H U S BAND AND WIFE ADDRESS 6277 SPINNAKER RIDGE LANE and 6282 SPINNAKER RIDGE LANE, CLINTO N , WA 9 8 2 3 6 by both first class and certified mail, proof of which is in the possession of the Tr ustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served, if applicable, with said written Notice of Default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in Pa r a g r a p h I a b o ve , and the Tr ustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. These requirements were completed as of 5/31/2013. VII. T h e Tr u s t e e w h o s e name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive t h e G ra n t o r a n d a l l t h o s e w h o h o l d by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described proper ty. IX. Anyone having any objections to this sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit

to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds fo r i n va l i d a t i n g t h e Tr u s t e e ’s s a l e. N O TICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS - The purchaser at the Trustee’s Sale is entitled to possession of the proper ty on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE S A L E O F YO U R HOME. You have only 20 DAYS from the recording date of this notice to pursue mediation. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR A N AT TO R N E Y L I C E N S E D I N WA S H INGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it m ay h e l p y o u s a ve your home. See below fo r s a fe s o u r c e s o f h e l p. S E E K I N G A S S I S TA N C E H o u s i n g counselors and legal a s s i s t a n c e m ay b e available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance i n d e t e r m i n i n g yo u r rights and oppor tun i t i e s t o ke e p yo u r house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commiss i o n : To l l - f r e e : 1-877-894-HOME (1-877-894-4663) or W e b s i t e : http://www.dfi.wa.gov/c onsumers/homeownership/post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure.h tm. The United States Department of Housing and Urban Developm e n t : To l l - f r e e : 1-800-569-4287 or National Web Site: h t t p : / / p o r tal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD or for Local counseling agencies in W a s h i n g t o n : http://www.hud.gov/of-

fices/hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/ind ex . c f m ? we b L i s t A c tion=searchand a m p ; s e a r c h state=WAandamp;filterSvc=dfc The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and att o r n ey s : Te l e p h o n e : 1-800-606-4819 or Web site: http://nwjustice.org/what-clear. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid t o t h e Tr u s t e e. T h i s shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no fur ther recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, t h e B e n e f i c i a r y, t h e Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankr uptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. THIS OFFICE IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMAT I O N O B TA I N E D WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. Dated: JUL. 09, 2013 Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, as Trustee By: Michael Dowell, Assistant Secretary Trustee’s Mailing Address: Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington C/O Quality Loan Service Corp. 2 1 4 1 F i f t h Ave n u e , San Diego, CA 92101 (866) 645-7711 Trustee’s Physical Address: Quality Loan Service Cor p. of Washington 1 9 7 3 5 1 0 t h Ave n u e NE, Suite N-200 Poulsbo, WA 98370 (866) 645-7711 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Or L o g i n t o : http://wa.qualityloan.com TS No.: WA - 1 1 - 4 5 7 6 3 6 - S H A - 4 3 9 4 9 5 1 1 0 / 1 0 / 2 0 1 3 , 10/31/2013 LEGAL NO. 518198 Published: The Whidbey Examiner October 10, 31, 2013.

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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2013 WNPA Whidbey Winners SOUTH WHIDBEY RECORD AWARDS Group II Lifestyle / Culture Special Sections Third Place • Michaela Wheatley, Michelle Wolfensparger, Kimberlly Winjum, Rebecca Collins Group II Best News Story- Short First Place • Justin Burnett Turtle heist was a shell of a crime Great enterprise in uncovering this one. Good illustration of how modern technology can help fight crime. Excellent headline!

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Second Place • Justin Burnett Group II General News - B/W or Color First Place • Justin Burnett Skater in SW park Intriguing action shot, good exposure (fill flash), interesting balance and use of compositional division. Drama of expression on kid’s face almost tells us he’ll have a bone sticking out in the next split second. Groups I & II Combined Multiple-Advertiser Ad one to two full pages Second Place • Rebecca Collins, Kimberlly Winjum Groups I & II Combined Best Education Story Third Place • Ben Watanabe Groups I & II Combined Best Lifestyle Feature Story Third Place • Justin Burnett Groups I & II Combined Best Sports Feature Second Place • Justin Burnett Groups I-IV Combined Best Sports Personality Profile Second Place • Ben Watanabe WHIDBEY EXAMINER AWARDS Group I Tourism / Community Guide Special Sections First Place • Whidbey Examiner Staff Central Whidbey Visitor Guide, 2013 Very magazine feel to it. Nice table of contents page. Nice design elements carried throughout. Like save the date side bars.

Group I Lifestyle / Culture Special Sections Third Place • Whidbey Examiner Staff Whidbey Flavor Culinary Special Group I Best General Feature Story- Short Third Place • Justin Burnett Group I Best Front Page Design Third Place • Megan Hansen

Group III Comprehensive Coverage of a Single Issue or Series Second Place • Justin Burnett, Megan Hansen, Jessie Stensland, Keven R. Graves Group III Best General Feature Story - Long Third Place • Kathy Reed Group III Best Front Page Design Third Place • Jessie Stensland Group III Best Sports News Story First Place • Nathan Whalen Coach’s firing stuns swim team The story is well-written, and the quotes from everyone associated with the issue from the fired coach to the parents enhance the details. Well done!

Groups III-IV Combined Multiple-Advertiser Ad one to two full pages First Place • Leslie Vance, Lee Ann Mozes How Many Years in Business Great way to bring attention to local businesses and the number of years they have been contributing to the local community. Group I Color Photo Essay Ads are spaced out well and don’t feel Third Place cluttered. Kasia Pierzga irst Place • Whidbey Examiner Staff Greening of Group I General Excellence Groups III-IV Combined Ad Campaign Coupeville parade Good, clean design. for Single Advertiser (B/W or Color) Third Place • Leslie Vance WHIDBEY Groups III-IV Combined Use of Process Color NEWS-TIMES AWARDS 1/2 Pg. or Larger Group III Best News Story- Long Third Place • Leslie Vance First Place • Justin Burnett Fewer riders, canceled trips plague ferries A good Groups III-IV Combined Best Breaking News Story piece of enterprise that raises more questions about Second Place • Nathan Whalen ferries that were already under fire. Third Place • Nathan Whalen, Jessie Stensland Group III Best News Story- Short Groups III-IV Combined News of the Weird Second Place• Jessie Stensland Third Place • Justin Burnett Group III Best Health or Medical Story Third Place • Kathy Reed irst Place • Whidbey News-Times Jessie Stensland Group III Best Business NEWS Story Groups I-IV Combined (incl. Technology and Agriculture) News Writer of the Year Second Place • Nathan Whalen Jessie Stensland writes in a sparing, straightforward style that speeds the reader along the details of her stories, Group III Best Government Reporting which in this selection are a little Second Place • Jessie Stensland off-center and excellent reads. Group III Best Crime and Court Story First Place • Jessie Stensland Groups III-IV Combined Color Pictorial Did ‘voices ‘ drive him to kill? Wow. The introductory Third Place • Justin Burnett paragraphs, told from the perspective of the defendant, are stunning. The reporting is intimate, balCongratulations again on all your anced and thorough. A gift for readers. Group I Color Feature Photo First Place • Justin Burnett Giving an old canoe new life Nice warm light, good closeup of subject, very good composition.

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