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Merchants, others concerned about homeless problem

BY ROBERT WHALE rwhale@auburn-reporter.com

A recent increase in the numbers of transients in downtown Auburn has become pebbles in the shoes of the merchants and people who work there.

One waitress cited daily incidents of transients rooting through cigarette receptacles outside her place of employment. She recalled one man who walked into the business recently and for no reason began elbowing customers.

“One of our customers chased

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him out and the guy went to another business and did the same thing,” said the waitress, who asked that her name not be used.

“We see so many more homeless people just walking around,” said a downtown merchant, who also asked that her name not

be used. “In B Plaza between us and Safeway, they’re congregating, sitting around. I love getting panhandled walking into Safeway.

You see homeless people camping out in the flower beds across from Safeway.

“I grew up here, and I’ve never

A group, from left, Ron Noel, Jennifer Noel, Bob Hardy and Jerry Miller compete in the annual Earl Averill Memorial Golf Tournament at the Washington National course last Friday. Proceeds from four-man scramble

Faculty unrest simmers at Green River College

BY HEIDI SANDERS hsanders@kentreporter.com

BY ROBERT WHALE

Congregation at work: From left, Kim Baker, Pastor Daniel Miranda, Crystal Goetz, and Ruth Fletcher are proud members of the First United Methodist Church.

RACHEL CIAMPI,

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One-hundred-and-fifty years ago, the American Civil War thundered to a close, U.S. President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated at Ford’s Theater in Washington, D.C., and in Blooming Grove, Ohio, future president Warren G. Harding was born.

Lesser known, perhaps, is that 1865 was also the year R.C. Smith founded in the old Fawcett log cabin, in what was not yet even the town of Slaughter, the First United Methodist Church.

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benefited the Rotary Club of Auburn and its foundation, which serves children and adults in the community. Putting, long putt and hole-in-one contests were all part of the fun. RACHEL CIAMPI, Auburn Reporter

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seen anything like it,” she added.

Both comments come on the cusp of Mayor Nancy Backus’ roundtable on homelessness, which City Officials say should begin meeting in October.

As a new school year begins at Green River College, faculty members have not buried their old frustrations with the college’s administration.

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Tamika Gunn of Auburn made a recent stop at her routine convenient store, Dollar Plus, at 3930 A St. SE, in Auburn, and walked out, unaware she was holding in her hand a “Neon 5s” Scratch ticket worth $50,000.

“I waited until I got home to scratch the ticket and was in complete shock. Who knew I was

Auburn’s Siahna Im made it through the first round of blind auditions, securing a spot on Team Pharrell as NBC kicked off Season 9 of the hit show this week.

The show appears at 8 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays on KING-5.

At only 15, Im has travelled the world with her pilot father and mother.

In third grade, Im was introduced to soul music in her music class by a video of Ray Charles. From there, she took it upon herself to research other soul singers.

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holding onto $50,000 before I got home?” she told Lottery officials. “I first told my husband, then my mom, then my cousin … and pretty soon my whole family knew.”

When asked about her plans for the money, she said she was in the midst of planning a weekend getaway with her husband.

“We absolutely love Ocean Shores. A vacation

there is one of the first things on our bucket list, now that we’ve crossed off winning the Lottery,” she shared, jokingly.

Gunn said this is her biggest Lottery win to date.

“I’ve won $10 here and there, and usually mix up which games I play. I’ll definitely continue to test my luck in hopes of winning again.”

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Auburn Police responded to the following calls for service, among many others, between Sept. 14 and 18:

Sept. 14 Burglary: 6 a.m., 910 9th St. SE. Burglars hit a commercial construction site.

Trespassing: 4:52 p.m., 2802 Auburn Way S. Muckleshoot Deli booted a man from its premises.

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Strong arm robbery: 7:55 p.m., 762 Outlet Collection Drive SW. Dude tried to steal stuff from Walmart, but store security was on his tail from the get-go. So, when the would-be shoplifter exited the store without having paid for any of the stuff, security officers were ready and waiting outside. When the guy saw them, sure, he tried to skedaddle, but store security was more than a match for him on foot and in the wrestling phase. To shorten the tale, the store got its stuff back, and the guy ended up with a scrape on his head, a warning to stay out of the store for seven years or go to jail, and a ride to the slammer.

Kid in possession of stolen car: 8:53 a.m. A boy drove a stolen white 2015 Chevrolet to Mt. Baker Middle School, where police arrested him.

Trespassing: 9:34 p.m., 1519 Auburn Way S. Goodwill lost patience with a fellow for reasons undisclosed and kicked him out.

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Vandalism: 10 a.m., 200 block of Auburn Way S. Someone alleged that a recentlyevicted tenant of a business deliberately and with malice aforethought left water running between Sept. 8 and 15, flooding the adjacent business and causing extensive damage to equipment and furnishings.

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Law enforcement agencies in Washington have started using a new notification to alert the public to missing persons who fit the criteria for a “Silver Alert.” It will be activated when a missing person 60 years of age or older, suffering from a form of dementia, is not able to return to safety without assistance.

For more information on how to subscribe to Silver Alerts, please go to the Washington State Patrol website at www.wsp.wa.gov/index.htm.

Vandalism: 3:32 a.m., 735 12th St. SE. Some undisclosed yokel broke a window at Franciscan Urgent Care.

Burglary: Overnight, 915 4th St. NE. Burglars hit the Auburn School District Administration Building. Police did not disclose whether anything was stolen.

Arson of public property: 11:38 a.m., 5400 block of Olive Avenue Southeast. Police investigated a suspicious fire.

Theft: 7:20 p.m., 3108 A St. SE. Somebody stole a tip jar from Robin Hood Pizza and gave it to themselves.

Vandalism: 8:52 a.m., 711 E. Main St. Somebody unknown damaged the key box in the Auburn High School auto shop between June 30 and Sept. 21.

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Sifting soot A fire heavily damaged a home in the 1100 block of K Street Northeast in Auburn last Saturday night, displacing a family of five, the Valley Regional Fire Authority reported. Neighbors called 911 to report the fire after seeing flames at the back of the house at about 7:20 p.m. Fire crews extinguished the fire quickly, but the approximately 1,200-square-foot home sustained heavy fire and smoke damage.

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Aid call: 8:29 a.m., (Algona).

Firefighters and King County Medics treated a woman who was complaining of chest pressure and a private ambulance transported her to MultiCare Auburn Medical Center (MAMC).

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Burn complaint: 4:44 p.m., (Lakeland Hills). Word of a possible illegal burn complaint set firefighters on the trot to a home, where they found its owner out back burning pieces of an old fence. When the fire was out, firefighters let that home owner know about proper burning materials and procedures for requesting a burn permit.

Sept. 16 Accident: 6:21 p.m., (Pacific). Firefighters responded to a two-car accident and transported one man with minor injuries to MAMC for further evaluation.

Sept. 17 Aid call: 8:03 a.m., (Auburn). Firefighters treated a man all over for pain and weakness, and a private ambulance him to a local area hospital.

Sept. 18 Aid call: 12:34 p.m., (Lea Hill).

Firefighters treated a woman who had suffered a seizure, and a private ambulance transported her to a local hospital.

Sept. 20 Dryer fire: 11:45 a.m., (Pacific).

Firefighters responding to a reported dryer fire at Rainier Vista found the first floor charged with smoke and a dryer fire in the laundry room on the first floor. The building was evacuated and the crew’s quick attack on the fire kept it contained to the dryer. Firefighters ventilated the first floor with positive pressure fans to remove smoke.

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What’s all the barking about?

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Dogs and their owners start the Rover Romp walk/run during last year’s Barktoberfest at Roegner Park. The Auburn Valley Humane Society fundraiser returns Oct. 10. RACHEL CIAMPI, Auburn Reporter

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Barktoberfest and the Rover Romp 3K and 5K fun walk/run – the Auburn Valley Humane Society's fourth annual fundraising event for homeless and abandoned animals in the community – returns Saturday, Oct. 10 at Roegner Park, 601 Oravetz Road SE. The event, which runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., includes prize drawings, a pet costume contest, vendors, demonstrations, entertainment and food.

The AVHS provides shelter, quality care and love for all the lost, mistreated and abandoned animals in Auburn. It uses every available resource to ensure that each animal is placed into a loving and forever home and promotes responsible pet ownership through education and outreach.

There is no fee to register, but the more pledges you collect, the more prizes you win and the more animals you can help.

To register and to learn more, visit www.auburnvalleyhs.org.

All dog owners know barking is a form of canine communication.

A few barks here and there are tolerated by most owners, but when, and how, can you stop excessive barking?

Barking at home: If Fido’s barking for attention, think redirection. Give him a chew bone or interactive toy. If he’s young and energetic, it may be time for a vigorous play session.

If the barking is directed at someone or something outside the window or fence, there are two options: Work through the behavior by asking friends to help you with choreographed training sessions, or eliminate the dog’s ability to see and hear whatever’s causing the barking.

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With training and consistency, most dogs can learn to ignore what’s going on outside their home and yard.

Barking at strangers: If a visitor comes to your home, your dog should be accepting and tolerant. Teach your dog that one or two barks when the doorbell rings are acceptable (if they are in your household), and reward with quiet praise.

After that, tell your dog to “sit” and use a command such as “quiet” to advise your dog that barking is no longer permitted. Reward a quiet, sitting dog with treats.

Redirect and discourage ongoing barking with techniques that are appropriate for your particular dog, such as a spray of water from a plant mister bottle or the startling sound of a plastic shaker bottle.

The key is to remain

calm. Owners who sound excited and repeat commands inadvertently encourage barking through their words and actions.

Fearful barking: Dogs with calm and confident pack leaders will learn by example.

Never force a dog to deal with more than he can handle. Use slow desensitization techniques to help the dog learn that there’s no reason to be afraid of a person, place or situation.

Treats are often a good way to change the subject, especially if the scary stranger ultimately becomes synonymous with yummy food.

Professional guidance: Sometimes barking issues are more severe and resolution requires the assistance of an experienced trainer or veterinarian specializing in behavior modification and problem solving.

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Vigorous vote expected in campaign ‘16 Spirited. Engaging. Tight.

It’s what to expect in an election year as candidates pursue big, powerful seats in office.

Secretary of State Kim Wyman knows as much.

The state’s chief elections officer and her staff have been busy behind the scenes, preparing the stage for voters in what promises to be an interesting and contentious 2016 campaign, nationally and locally.

Historically, turnout is high when an open-seat U.S. presidency is up for grabs. In Washington, a probable two-horse race between the Democratic incumbent, Gov. Jay Inslee, and Republican challenger Bill Bryant, should stoke a strong statewide vote.

“We’re going to see a huge year across the board,” said Wyman, on a visit to the Reporter office in Kent last week. “We expect a record-breaking turnout, which is exciting.”

But Wyman, a Republican who will be busy seeking reelection next year, is reluctant to endorse anyone right now.

For voters, the Republican race remains too cluttered, the Democratic race too tentative.

“I’ve got a couple of front-runners (in mind), but it’s still too early,” Wyman said.

“Keep in mind, people, we’re four or five months out from (the) Iowa (Caucuses). It’s still early. … A lot’s going to happen between now and say, June.”

Between now and then, Wyman’s office will work to get the vote out, with the emphasis on reaching the underserved masses, namely military personnel overseas, the minority language communities and those with special needs.

It’s a challenging process, but one Wyman’s office has improved in recent elections.

One thing that won’t change next year, however, is the positioning of the state primary.

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Great music to fill new venue Our wonderful Auburn Symphony Orchestra will be opening the remodeled Performing Arts Center in Auburn on Oct. 11.

I can’t wait to see the renovation and to hear once again the incredible music that this orchestra performs.

As usual, conductor Stuart Kershaw has gathered outstanding musicians, most of whom play in the Pacific Northwest Ballet Orchestra and other orchestras around the Sound. And he has created a musical feast for the ears – Shubert, Saint-Saëns, Mozart, Bizet and even a little Brubeck.

I hope we can pack the place for this beginning of the musical season.

Most South Sounders don’t seem to realize what a gem this orchestra is.

– Elaine Swigart

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Deadline for letters to be considered for publication is 2 p.m. Tuesday.

Reichert’s rule of law injustice Three times last week, more this week, likely even more next week. Congressman Dave Reichert has at every opportunity voted to set aside the rule of law and vote with

Consider these tips for a better night’s sleep I hit the snooze button way too often.

Last week I’m pretty sure my average times for resetting my alarm to a later time was six.

Each morning I would wake up six times to reset my alarm, just to get five more minutes of sleep each time. That’s insane.

Sleep is important. Obviously. I think we all know that. But so many adults these days don’t get enough quality sleep.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 30 percent of adults reported getting less than or equal to six hours of sleep per day between 2005-2007.

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“We’re going to see a huge year across the board. We expect a record-breaking turnout, which is exciting.”

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The CDC also states insufficient sleep is related to chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, depression and obesity.

But with the crazy busy go-go-go lives that most of us lead, it’s hard to get that required 7-8 hours every night.

Why is it so hard? Our brains are stimulated so much by our daily lives and what we need to get done that

conscience.

I speak, of course, of Planned Parenthood funding.

Now, this is not about whether you are pro-life or pro-choice.

It is about the dogma of potentially shutting the government down for the second time in three years – this time on unproven and uninvestigated allegations.

In response to a letter to Reichert, he stated: “As a former Sheriff, and now as a member of Congress. … Just as I spent my career as a cop upholding the laws of our communities, I have the same responsibility as your representative in Congress, and that is why as more information about the videos and Planned Parenthood’s practices becomes available, I will carefully review the facts to ensure our federal laws have not been violated.” [ more LETTERS page 9 ]

it’s nearly impossible for us to shut everything down in a timely manner to actually fall asleep, stay there, and feel well rested enough to wake up on time.

Recently, I’ve made a few small changes that have greatly helped me gain control of my sleeping patterns.

As a result, I find I’m way more productive, alert and willing to take on the day.

1. No phones allowed Once you turn off the main light in your bedroom, do the same with [ more GOURLEY page 8 ]

[8] September 25, 2015 Wyman said. They [ KLAAS from page 7 ] The primary – funded in the new state budget with bipartisan support – is scheduled for May 24 as an all-mail election. Ballots will go out nearly three weeks ahead of time.

Democratic Party representatives, announcing their state committee will stick with the caucus/convention process to allocate their delegates, blocked Wyman’s attempt to move the primary to an earlier date in March.

Democrats saw no reason to move the date earlier on the election calendar,

tions in March and April. remain steadfast, “This is a big she said, deciding win for the voters they will not use of Washington,” votes cast in the Wyman insisted. presidential primary “For months, I for their nominathave been urging ing process. Their both parties to use caucuses are March Wyman the presidential 26. primary results.”

But Wyman is pleased The presidential primary with the state Republicans’ was created as a citizen recent decision to use the initiative to the Legislature presidential primary to back in 1989. allocate all their delegates “The old caucus system to the Republican National run by the parties isn’t as Convention in Cleveland convenient or effective next July. in engaging voters as a Republicans will also statewide election for four hold precinct caucuses on Feb. 20, and county conven- million registered voters,”

[ GOURLEY from page 7 ] your ever-connected-to-the-web device that I know sits right by your pillow. The blue light from your phone stimulates your brain so you can’t actually fall asleep in a timely manner. If I’m laying in bed and my phone goes off and I “need” to check it, I turn on the lamp that sits next to my bed so I’m not over-stimulated by the bright light of my phone that is directly in my face.

2. Open your shades at night I’m guessing you go to sleep

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when it’s dark outside, right?

Like most normal humans. So, when you go to bed, leave your curtains open. I’ve found the more gentle light of the sun (my bedroom faces west) helps me wake up easier and, more important, in-between REM (rapid eye movement) cycles. If I’m in a deep sleep, the sun usually won’t wake me up, but during my light sleep, it does.

3. No caffeine right before bed I think that’s a given, right? Do I need to explain this? Nah, I think you got it.

Wyman said. “Our main goal should be giving a voice to the broadest possible swath of the electorate.”

As Wyman sees it, voters win with the more inclusive primary election. From her perspective, the election is meaningful, and much more tangible than a poll or survey.

“This isn’t about the parties; this is about voters and giving them a voice to vote in a way that they are used to in an election,” she said.

“It does mean something.

“What the parties do with the results is a secondary thing. What matters is

4. Make a to-do list Chances are one of the things that blocks you from going to sleep quickly is the list of things running through your head that you need to get done the next day. So, spend 10 minutes right before bed (with the light on) to make your to-do list for the next day. I try to do this, but it doesn’t always happen. The important part, though, is that you TRY. I use an app called SplenDO (Android). But tons of people I know swear by Google Keep. If you’re struggling figuring out how to make a killer to-do list that

that people have a voice.”

‘Beauty contest’ Skeptics claim the primary – which many deride as an $11.5 million beauty contest – won’t have much affect on how voters here choose a presidential nominee.

Wyman urged lawmakers to require the parties to – at least partially – consider results before funding the election, but her request was ignored. Instead, lawmakers funded the election with no mandate that it actually count for something – anything.

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But the May primary stuck.

Wyman is optimistic the primary will be relevant late into the campaign season.

Combined with late primaries in California, Oregon and Washington, there may be a greater probability of candidates visiting our state and talking to voters, Wyman said.

“We could have a couple of candidates on both sides still in play by May,” she said. “I know we have a history by May that it’s already decided. … I don’t think you can make that assumption about ’16. I could be wrong.”

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[ CHURCH from page 1 ] church at 100 N Street Southeast, which was built in 1963 upon the congregation’s move from its second home near the site of the current Merrill Gardens construction on South Division Street.

For every one of its 150 years, the First United Methodist Church has been an active, vital part of the community.

A sampling of the congregation reads a bit like a who’s who of Auburn’s movers and shakers. Here are board members of ACAP Child and Family Services, board members of the Auburn Food Bank, present Councilman John Holman, former Mayor Chuck Booth and many educators, including former Auburn School District Superintendent James Fugate.

“It’s really surprising, that when you look around our congregation members, we have a lot of people who have fingers out into

all aspects of the Auburn community,” said Church Secretary Kim Baker.

“I’m always impressed when we start asking people what other organizations they are part of, how many people stand up,” added Crystal Goetz, Christian education and family life ministries director at the church.

Today, First United Methodist supports a number of youth organizations, among them the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, 4-H and Campfire.

Every Monday evening for the last 20 years, it has been the site of the popular Auburn Food Bank-sponsored Community Supper.

As a complement to the program, a medical van rolls in every other week, providing free health care for people who otherwise could not afford it.

ACAP Child and Family Services, which was founded at the church in the 1960s, is now back at the roost.

[ LETTERS from page 7 ] Well, the investigations have hardly begun, yet Reichert with his law background and legislative responsibility has decided to align himself with the ready-fire-aim mob rule; discarding his own statement to the contrary.

That’s right, these are as yet unproven allegations. Are they pervasive? Well, we know that the Kent clinic in Reichert’s own district does not perform abortions – yet he still votes to eliminate the entirety of federal funding for all PP clinics. So, we should persecute all clinics over the allegations against, at best, a few.

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Every Christmas, the church is the site of the Marine Corps Toys for Tots. The Corps collects the toys and brings them to distribution centers like the Auburn church and the DSHS (Department of Social and Health Services) offices, where they are given as holiday gifts to needy children in the community.

The DSHS makes a list of clients on public assistance who are active, pending or recently closed and provides that list to Toys for Tots. The Auburn church got involved five ago after DSHS asked if it would be willing to host a distribution.

From 4:30 to 6 p.m. Oct. 25, as it does every year, the church will hold its Trunk or Treat event in the parking lot, letting local kids garner their goodies from the decorated and candystuffed trunks of vehicles.

It is among the few churches in Auburn that still has a church organ, and an organist to play it.

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There’s vacation Bible School in the summer, and there are evening Bible studies.

On Sundays it offers the classic worship service, Sunday School, and finally a modern worship service that brings a more relaxed style with a band-leading program.

It also provides for the emergency needs of strug-

gling families.

From 1 to 4:30 p.m., Oct. 10 the church plans to celebrate every single one the candles on its cake by offering the community a self-guided tour of its history, in images displayed throughout the building.

Videos, photos, entertainment and artifacts and opportunities to chat with church members will be

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A reservation-only dinner is at 5 p.m. after the open house, providing a delicious dinner, music, entertainment, and guest speakers. The cost is $10 per seat, and RSVPs must be made by Thursday, Oct. 1.

To make a reservation or for additional information, contact Crystal Goetz at 253-833-3470.

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Brian Berend, right, an agent for Farmers Insurance, playfully presents Brian Williams of the See Ya Later Foundation, with a $2,000 check, a matching fund, during the recent SYL Foundation Golf Tournament at the Auburn Golf Course. The tournament is one of several fundraising events the foundation organizes each year. “They do good work for people in our communities, and I am proud to help them out when I can,” Berend said of Farmers’ contribution. The SYL Foundation is a nonprofit organization inspired by a 12 year-old boy who died of cancer. Scott Banke had a zest for life and courage that motivates the mission of the foundation, which is inspiring youth and encouraging families. The organization helps families fraught by a medical crisis. To learn more, visit www.seeyalater.org. COURTESY PHOTO

Brock Snyder, the lay minister from Enumclaw who this April suggested the City of Auburn support or even start a homeless encampment inside city limits, came to City Hall on Monday evening to take up the homeless cause once more, and to dispel what he said were common misconceptions about them.

“Please acknowledge there are homeless people in the city that can be helped,” Snyder began.

“I know when you hear about a tent city or an encampment it freaks people out. … I know a lot of people think ‘drug users, abusers and criminals’, but actually a tent city encampment doesn’t allow that sort of activity

has lived and worked in Auburn for 15 years, most of them happily. But she cited the rising number of homeless people as among the changes that have dampened her enthusiasm for being here.

“In the last few years I have noticed a change in the city, and I have concerns about them,” Sandusky said, singling out “homeless transient individuals,” and the proliferation of “graffiti on buildings and fences.

“This is where I live and work, so this is where I shop. … A lot of us have fear, concern, and we don’t know what to do by ourselves. I know it’s going to take everybody in the community together to make it a happy, safe community,” Sandusky said.

to happen.”

No, Snyder said, anyone who lives in such an encampment has to survive a background check for warrants and to determine whether they are sexual offenders. No alcohol or drugs are allowed inside, though people can smoke cigarettes.

“A homeless encampment or tent city is not a handout; it’s a hand-up for these people,” Snyder said. “These are not people running from the law; they are wanting to change their lives. They need some sort of stability in their lives. They need a place to sleep safely, to leave their things, to go off to work, maybe go off to school to enrich their lives and change their lives and become citizens.”

Diana Sandusky told council members she

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Green River College student fights fires in Eastern Washington

BY HEIDI SANDERS hsanders@kentreporter.com

Keith Beasley of Renton started his sophomore year at Green River College on Monday knowing that he had made a difference this summer fighting fires in Eastern Washington.

The 21-year-old specialist in the Washington National Guard spent 25 days in August and September as a squad boss of 24 soldiers on the front lines of the Lake Chelan complex fire. Last summer, Beasley was in Eastern Washington for three weeks fighting the fires, which gave him the experience to be in a supervisory role this year.

“I want to help people,” Beasley said of his motivation to volunteer to fight the fires. “That was the main thing, just help people. I wanted to step up and do something big. I figured this is my opportunity.”

Beasley shared his experience with about 200 incoming students at Green River’s Welcome Day on Sept. 17 and then again at the college’s Board of Trustees meeting

Keith Beasley, a sophomore at Green River College and a specialist in the Washington National Guard, fought fires in Eastern Washington the past two summers. COURTESY PHOTO

Downtown Italian restaurant to close

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Lobster papardelle, linguini puta di mare, spaghetti and meatballs, lasagna and steak dishes like bistecca alla Fiorentina.

All the dishes authentic, meticulously created from recipes belonging to Ernesto Nardone’s mother and his late grandmother.

But two years after the Nardone family opened

Don Giovanni’s Ristorante Italiano and Wine Bar at 18 Auburn Way South, it has sold.

Family members made the announcement in their business’ e-mail newsletter Monday morning.

“We have enjoyed serving you for the last two years.

We have made the difficult decision to sell our business,” the family wrote.“We have enjoyed making some

of our finest family recipes and sharing memories with all of you. We hope you feel comfortable enough to reach out with any questions or just requests to touch base.”

No information was provided as to why, though customers with whom the Auburn Reporter has spo-

later that day. After his introduction, board and meeting attendees gave Beasley a standing ovation.

I didn’t expect that,” Beasley said of the acknowledgment. “I did not expect that at all. I thought I was just a guy just doing his job. I didn’t know they saw it as someone being a hero.”

Beasley joined the National Guard at his father’s suggestion after he graduated from Hazen High School in Renton in 2013.

“He (Beasley’s father) said, ‘It is a good benefit. Instead of going to school, why not serve at the same time and help people?’” Beasley recalled.

After attending bootcamp at Fort Benning, Ga., Beasley enrolled at Green River College, where he is now a two-sport athlete, competing in cross country and track.

“That wasn’t the plan at first,” Beasley said. “When I was in basic training people noticed I can run.”

Beasley, who ran track and cross country in high school, was encouraged to get a track scholarship and run at the college level.

ken have consistently cited high prices.

No information was offered about the buyer, but Nardone has told his employees he expects to close up by Sept. 30.

The site that had been occupied by Ristorante Auguri and prior to that Flapper Alley underwent extensive remodeling before its spring 2013 opening to give it the feel of old Tuscan

“I took their advice and decided to go to Green River, since it is the closest school that has a track program.”

Beasley missed the start of the cross country season while he was in Eastern Washington, but he said fighting the fires helped him stay in shape.

“They gave us heavy boots and packs to carry,” he said. “We did a lot of walking. We had to walk in the sand and in the dirt at 3,500 feet. It keeps you in good shape.”

Beasley said if given the opportunity, he would like to run track or cross country at a four-year school.

He said he plans to graduate with an associate degree from Green River in the spring and would like to transfer to the University of Washington to study communications.

Beasley said he has enjoyed his time at Green River College, especially the chance to meet new people.

“In order to change yourself, you have to change your surroundings and meet people you haven’t met before,” he said.

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The Auburn Reporter was unable to reach the family, but Ernesto Nardone explained in 2013 why his family chose to open its second restaurant, in Auburn.

“Auburn was our choice because, number one, we have friend of ours named Al Rossi here, a good family

friend of ours, and he told us, ‘Hey, you guys, you wannna open up another one?’ ‘Cause we already have a restaurant in Issaquah called Montalcino, which my brother runs. Al suggested we open a restaurant here because people weren’t too happy with Auguri’s, and Auguri gave us an option to buy, and we bought it from him,” Ernesto said.

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Millbauer, who served as president of United Faculty, the faculty union, addressed the board before he turned the floor over to the new union president, Jaeney Hoene.

“Today when I came to realize I was going to have this opportunity (to address the board) tonight, I thought about what does one say to their employer upon being dismissed,” said Millbauer, who worked at the college for 22 years.

“As I thought about that, I realized it doesn’t matter.

It doesn’t matter what I think. It doesn’t matter what I say. And therein lies the problem with Green River Community College.

I think the signs on the wall back there (expressing faculty’s frustration) are just a teeny bit of the evidence of the atmosphere of … malaise, low morale, distress and unrest. And it has been going on for about five years.

have, and you do have, the power to change that. You and only you. You have not done that at this point. ...

You have a lot of challenges to face, and if you rise up to those challenges, you can change the atmosphere of this college.”

Some faculty members held up black-and-white pictures of Millbauer as he spoke or at any mention of the new trades building, which would have housed the auto body program in addition to other trades programs.

Tension on campus has been high ever since late April when the college announced the potential elimination of auto body and three other programs.

Parent-child education and carpentry were spared when faculty came forward with cost-saving measures.

Geographic information systems was also cut owing to low enrollment, but instructor Sabah Jabbouri will remain at the college as he teaches out the program for students already enrolled.

Millbauer said he was appalled by the decision to cut the auto body program, just as the new trades building was slated to open.

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Four other trades programs use the facility, and college officials have said they will insert another trades program into the space that the auto body program was to have used.

Faculty claim that the cuts targeted Millbauer.

Faculty and college representatives have been in contract negotiations for more than a year.

In May, faculty filed an Unfair Labor Practice complaint with the Washington State Public Employees

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“It seems to be an evaluation and ranking of programs with the end result being the elimination of programs and faulty and people in different departments rather than being a process where we look at how to improve programs and to use the resources we have to help those areas that maybe aren’t doing as well,” Kessler said.

Kessler said faculty members are concerned the proposed time frame for the evaluation process is too short.

“We have found evidence that supports our feeling that six months is just not adequate to do a thorough job,” she said. “Most colleges, the ones we have looked at, have spent at least a year, and some have spent two years to complete this process.”

Kessler said she and other faculty would like the college to take the time to do things correctly.

“Let’s use the expertise of the faculty, staff and administrators on campus and make it a collaborative, collegial process that brings people together rather than pitting one program against another, which is a big concern of the faculty. And that is what we see this as, that you are competing against each other to not be in the fifth quintile, which you know you are in trouble if you are in that one,” Kessler said.

Ely responded during the president’s report later in the meeting.

“When you look at his new program it will involve people, Ely said. “I hope that faculty realize because there are pillars and one of the pillars is instruction, we are looking at faculty being intricately involved in identifying how that criteria is measured.

It’s not that we are pitting one program against another; it’s that we are looking at the programs and doing program assessment.”

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Relations Commission.

The complaint was withdrawn Sept. 14 as part of the agreement reached in Millbauer’s buyout.

Neither college officials nor Millbauer would disclose details of the buyout, citing a confidentiality agreement.

“We came to a very satisfactory agreement,” Millbauer said.

In her first report to the board as union president, Hoene expressed her frustration with the board.

“Your lack of seriousness, your lack of abdication, your lack of scrutiny has allowed this and other acts of egregious mismanagement to persist at this college, despite attempts by employee groups and students to alert you to the serious problems plaguing our institution,” Hoene told the board. “The president of the college answers only to you, who she refers to as ‘her board.’ You are the college’s Board of Trustees.

You are entrusted with holding the president accountable where others cannot.”

Faculty presented the board with two votes of no confidence in college president Eileen Ely, one in 2013 and one earlier this year. The board has stated it stands behind Ely. “I will not address you as trustees,” Hoene told the board. “If you ever had my trust, you have lost it. Like me, a majority of faculty here has lost faith in your willingness to meaningfully take on the serious business of this college, the foremost

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of which for you is the evaluation and oversight of the president.”

Hoene said the faculty decided to implement its own evaluation system for Ely, which will be conducted similarly to student evaluations of faculty.

“We consider this a critical service to our membership and to the college itself, which deserves an honest, fair and thorough assessment of its leadership,” Hoene said. “I regret we had to take this step, but we saw no other alternative until such a time as you undertake to fulfill your duties as a Board of Trustees.”

Hoene ended her report to the board by stressing that faculty will not step down on this issue.

“And to be clear, you may believe that in removing Mark you have silenced this faculty, but me let me clear that where Mark once stood, the rest of have risen,” she said as faculty members stood up behind her.

Faculty concerns about prioritization

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The 2015 Results Are In We have wrapped up the 2015 Best of Auburn readership poll and the winners & finalists are listed on the following pages.

Thank you to those of you who took the time to vote for your favorites, either in print or online.

This community takes such pride in their retailers, people and service providers and this is what makes Auburn such a great city.

Once again there were multiple categories where we had ties in the finalist rankings.

I would like to congratulate everyone who received votes and also thank the loyal readers of the Auburn Reporter for their support this year.

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Tracy Arnold Finalists Amy Jahn Brownie Kocher Debbie Christian Tawnya McLavey

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Scott Shoemaker - Edward Jones Finalists Don Abbott - Edward Jones Gary Cassill - Mountain Top Advisors Gregg Dobbs - Edward Jones Shawn Fowler - Edward Jones Dwight VanVleet - Thrivent Financial

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Tiki Tails Dog Salon Finalists Doggie Styles Pet Grooming Dogs Day Inn Muddy Paws Pup N Suds

Physician Winner

Dr. Charles Warner, M.D. - Auburn Family Medical Center Finalists Dr. Michael J. Greely, M.D. - MultiCare Auburn Medical Center Dr. David Rich, M.D. - Auburn Family Medical Center Dr. David Schumer, M.D. - MultiCare Auburn Medical Center Dr. Lijo E. Thomas, M.D. - MultiCare Auburn Medical Center Dr. Jill Turner, M.D. - MultiCare Auburn Medical Center

Real Estate Agent & Company Winner

Abby Santos - Windermere Real Estate Finalists Joe Bauman - John L. Scott Darci Bidman - John L. Scott Nancy Colson - Windermere Real Estate Josh Hall - John L Scott

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Auburn Restaurants Asian Winner

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Finalists Hibachi Buffet Mom’s Teriyaki Restaurant Red Lotus Restaurant Sunny Teriyaki

Finalists Applebee’s Grill & Bar Athen’s Pizza & Pasta Don Giovanni’s Ristorante and Wine Bar Longhorn Barbecue

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Cocktail Lounge/Happy Hour Winner

Oddfellas Pub and Eatery Finalists Auburn Wine & Caviar Bogey’s Public House Hop Jack’s The Sports Page

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Starbucks (Fred Meyer) Finalists BigFoot Java Jackie’s Pony Espresso Zola’s Cafe

Lunch Sunbreak Cafe Finalists Applebee’s Grill & Bar Athens’s Pizza & Pasta Oddfellas Pub and Eatery Station Bistro Zola’s Cafe

Mexican Winner

Mazatlan Restaurant Finalists Las Margaritas Restaurant Los Cabos Mexican Restaurant Puerto Vallarta Restaurant Rio Blanco Mexican Restaurant

Pizza Winner

Athen’s Pizza & Pasta Finalists Godfather’s Pizza Oddfellas Pub and Eatery Papa Murphy’s Take ‘N’ Bake Pizza (A St) Pizza Hut Round Table Pizza The Rock Wood Fired Pizza & Spirits

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Auburn Services Auto Service Winner

Way Scarff Ford

New Business Winner

Hello Gorgeous Boutique

Finalists Auburn Foreign & Domestic Doxon Toyota Scion of Auburn Kelly’s Auto Repair Les Schwab

Finalists Alpine Ridge Insurance Agency Flying Fish Sushi and Sake The Stash Box Wethead Brewery

Bank

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Finalists Bank of America Chase Bank Columbia Bank Heritage Bank

Finalists Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce Auburn Valley Humane Society Auburn Valley YMCA Valley Christian School

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Muckleshoot Casino Finalists Emerald Queen Casino Iron Horse Casino

Cleaning Services Winner

Merry Maids Finalists All-Pro Blind and Shade Cleaners Frontier Dry Cleaner Serv-Pro

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Wesley Homes Lea Hill Finalists Cherished Acres Estates Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows Regency Auburn Rehabilitation Center SHAG - Auburn Court

Spa Services Winner

Serenity Massage & Wellness, LLC Finalists Solei Day Spa Studio IV Salon and Day Spa Tribeca Salon & Spa U-Float - Flotation Therapy

Finalists Bright Horizons Green River Montessori Kid’s Country Kindercare - Auburn Way North Valley Christian School Child Care

Fitness Center/Health Club Winner

Nail Salon Winner

Auburn Nails Finalists Blush A Nail Boutique Top Nails Tribeca

Green River Montessori School Thank you for your votes Auburn, we are dedicated to early learning and developing young minds!

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Auburn Shopping Antique/Thrift Store Winner

St. Vincent de Paul

Finalists Auburn Goodwill Auburn Humane Society Thrift Store Auburn Red Barn Bananas Antiques Main Street Thrift

Auto Dealership Winner

Way Scarff Ford Auburn

Finalists Doxon Toyota Scion of Auburn Hinshaw’s Honda Mike Scarff Subaru of Auburn Valley Buick GMC

Auto Supply Store Winner

Gosney’s / NAPA Auto

Finalists AutoZone (A St) B & B Auto Parts Kelly’s Auto Repair O’Reilly Auto Parts

Carpeting/Flooring Store Winner

Lowe’s Home Improvement

Finalists Elite Floor Coverings Mike’s Pro Floors Inc Nielsen Bros Flooring

Clothing Store Winner

The Outlet Collection

Finalists Fred Meyer Hello Gorgeous Boutique Kid Savvy Main Street Thrift Store

Gift Shop Winner

Gosanko’s Chocolates

Finalists Alice Octiva Floral Shoppe Classic Farmhouse Fred Meyer Nelson’s Jewelry & Gifts

Grocery Store Winner

Fred Meyer

Finalists Grocery Outlet Haggen Food & Pharmacy Main Street Market Safeway

Hardware Store Winner

AgriShop Auburn Ace Hardware

Finalists Home Depot Lowe’s Home Improvement

Jewelry Store Winner

Nelson’s Jewelers

Finalists Ardisonne Designing Jewelry Fred Meyer Jewelers Shoe Forest and More Zales Diamond Store Outlet at The Outlet Collection

Nursery/Garden Shop Winner

Agrishop Auburn Ace Hardware

Finalists Branches Garden Center Buds & Blooms Fred Meyer Lowe’s Home Improvement

Pet Supply Store Winner

Pet Pros Auburn

Finalists Coastal Farm & Feed Del’s Feed & Farm Supply Petco Tiki Tails

Resale Shop Winner

Auburn Valley Humane Society Thrift Store

Finalists Kid Savvy Main Street Thrift Store Sweet Rock’n Kids St. Vincent de Paul

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The Green River Coalition presents the inaugural Rock The Green, a benefit and awareness concert Oct. 3, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Green River College, 12401 SE 320th St. Auburn. Main stage performers are: Tim Noah, Dana Lyons, The Kevin Jones Band, Chuck Buser, Howling Rain, and The Community Players. The festival will include food and vendors, a beer garden, games and other activities.

The coalition is a nonprofit organization devoted to protecting the Green River and its tributaries. The event celebrates the region’s natural resources.

Auburn Tourism: For special events or to add a special event, go to www.auburntourism.com.

Auburn International Farmers Market: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sept. 27, seasonending day, Auburn Transit Station Plaza, 23 A St. SW, Auburn. Featuring fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables, a variety of foods, bakery products and hand-crafted items. Free parking in the Sound Transit parking garage. To volunteer, call 253-2662726. For more information, visit www. auburnfarmersmarket.org.

Washington State Fair: Sept. 11-27, 110 Ninth Ave., SW, Puyallup. Gate hours: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 9 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 9 a.m.10 p.m. Sunday. Concerts, rides, food, vendors, animal exhibits, art and culture, interactive fun, special attractions. Admission: $12.50 adults; $9 students (ages 6-18) and seniors (62 and older); kids 5 and under free. Parking: $10 Monday-Friday; $12 Saturday, Sunday. For more information: www.thefair.com or 24-hour hotline at 253-841-5045.

Third annual Vietnam War Veterans Appreciation Dinner: 6 p.m. Sept. 26, Holy Family Parish Dining Hall, 505 17th St. SE, Auburn. American-Vietnamese War Memorial Alliance presents an evening to honor Vietnam War veterans. Dinner is free to Vietnam veterans and spouses. Entertainment and prizes. Reservations can be made online at www.honorvietnamvets.org/ events.html, or by calling 360-357-7684.

For more information about the alliance, visit www.honorvietnamvets.org.

Surviving Domestic Violence – Then and Now 25 Years Later: 6-8 p.m.

Sept. 30, Federal Way City Hall, Council Chambers, 33325 8th Ave. S. Presented by the City of Federal Way Domestic Violence Task Force. Host: Lana Matthew, chair, Federal Way DV Task Force. Speakers: Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell; Police Chief Andy Hwang; Beth Hollis, victim/survivor; Laron Burris, batterer treatment; Mac Macdonald, author, “Lighting your own Fuse” and actor, “Apocalypse – 1979”. Refreshments will be served.

Book signing: 10 a.m.-noon, Oct. 3, Zola’s Café, 402 E. Main St., Suite 120, Auburn. Meet Delilah Jean Williams, author of “Scorched Earth, Alien Wonders”, a futuristic, fun, eco-adventure told from a non-human perspective that was launched in June. Buy a book from the author and put in a business card for a drawing to win a free, signed book gift. For more information about the book and its author, visit amazon.com or see Delilah Jean Williams on Facebook.

Smore Than You Imagined: 6-8 p.m.

Oct. 3, Game Farm Wilderness Park, 2401 Stuck River Road, Auburn. S’mores, a big band, storytelling by a bon fire. Free. For more information, call the Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation Department at 253931-3043.

Benefits Fall Plant Sale: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Sept. 25-26, Soos Creek Botanical Garden, 29308 132nd Ave. SE, Auburn. Perennials, trees, shrubs, Japanese Maples and more with prices below retail. Stroll through the 22-acre garden. Proceeds benefit the garden and its heritage center. For more information, visit sooscreekbotanicalgarden.org.

Bus Barn Bonanza: 9 a.m. Saturdays, 615 15th St. SW. Auburn School District

Transportation Department, 615 15th St. SW. Join as a vendor, a shopper or a looker.

Arts, crafts, food, Seahawk gifts, yard sale items and more. Proceeds from vendor fees at $10 a table space go to the Senior Scholarship Foundation. Bus Barn Bonanza is a nonprofit organization. Any business or individuals interested in matching its makings or would like to be a vendor, please call 253-227-7789.

Just for Justin Bake Sale: 10 a.m.2 p.m. Sept. 26, Arthur Jacobsen Elementary School gymnasium, 29205 132nd Ave. SE, Auburn. All proceeds go to the Lazara family, whose 3-year-old boy, Justin, is undergoing chemotherapy for rare malignant and aggressive brain and brain-stem cancers. The sale, sponsored by the Willow Park Homeowners Association, includes baked goods provided by concerned Lea Hill-area residents and local businesses.

Donors include the Gene Juarez Academy cosmetology schools in Federal Way and Mountlake Terrace, the Auburn Mountainview High School cheer squad, Seattle’s Favorite Cookies, Legendary Doughnuts, MyHOA-Online.com and Arthur Jacobsen Elementary. Gene Juarez Academy donating 100 free shampoo-haircut-and-blow dry cards to benefit the family. The cards, a $15 value, available at the bake sale for $5 minimum donations. For more information, email JustForJustin@MyHOA-online.com.

Fair ending The Washington State Fair, the largest in the Pacific Northwest, ends its 17-day run Sunday in Puyallup. The fair features star-studded entertainment, rides, exhibits, food, flowers and animals.

For more information about the fair, visit www.thefair.com.

Bark For Life of Auburn: 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Sept. 26, Sunset Park, Lakeland Hills, 69th St. SE, Auburn. Join the noncompetitive walk event for dogs and their owners to raise funds and awareness for the American Cancer Society’s fight against the disease.

Demonstrations, contests and games.

Register your dog at main.acsevents.org.

Proceeds benefit the Auburn High School Gay-Straight-Alliance.

Auburn Football’s Inaugural Mattress Fundraiser: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 27, Auburn High School Commons, 711 E. Main St. Choose from new top-quality name brand mattresses with full factory Warranties. District employees and their families receive $100 or 10 percent off a mattress purchase. Accepting cash, credit cards, checks, layaway.

32nd annual Auburn Rotary Club Scholarship Program: 5 and 9 p.m. concerts, Oct. 17, Auburn Performing Arts Center, 702 Fourth St. NE. Country singer Danielle Bradbery opens the remodeled center. Proceeds benefit the Auburn Rotary Scholarship Fund. Auburn Rotary Club and KMPS 94.1 sponsoring the event. For more information, visit www.kmps.com.

Lois Renfro Foundation annual golf tournament: 1 p.m. Oct. 3, High Cedars Golf Club, 14604 149th St. Court, Orting.

Fundraiser benefits the Auburn Food Bank, Hope In The Cross Ministry, and South Sound Dream Center. Day includes a round of golf and dinner. For more information and to register, visit hncministry.net.

Fall Bazaar: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 18, White River Buddhist Temple, 3625 Auburn Way N., Auburn. Featuring sushi, teriyaki chicken, rice curry, mochi, manju, bake sale, farm produce and handicrafts. Dine in or take out. 253-833-1442, www.wrbt.org

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MSC Helps Luncheon: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Oct. 22, Emerald Downs, 2300 Emerald Downs Drive, Auburn. Fundraising luncheon benefits programs at the Multi-Service Center, a nonprofit agency that offers people pathways out of poverty through support and resources in education, employment, housing, energy assistance, food and clothing. Guest speaker is Alfie Alvarado, director of the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs. Cost: $100 suggested donation. Contact: Le Ann Taylor or Sarah Villian at 253-835-7678 or rsvp@ mschelps.org.

4th Annual Barktoberfest and Rover Romp: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 10, Roegner Park, 601 Oravetz Road SE. Fundraiser for the Auburn Valley Humane Society. Start collecting pledges, make a donation or volunteer. Bring your dog for the 3K and 5K walk/run and enjoy demonstrations, vendor booths and dog contests.

There is no fee to register but the more pledges you collect, the more prizes you win and the more animals you can help. www. auburnvalleyhs.org Trivia Night: 6-8 p.m. Oct. 15, West Auburn High School, 401 W. Main St. Gather a few friends and come out. Tickets: $35 per person and includes a seat at a trivia table, appetizers and dessert dash.

All proceeds benefit the students of Auburn.

Interested in sponsoring a table? Grab five of your smartest friends and sponsor a table. Your team could be the winners of $250 to give to the Auburn school of your choice. www.auburnpsf.org

Health Bloodworks Northwest drives: Noon-2 p.m., 2:45-6 p.m. Sept. 30, Auburn Adventist Academy, 5000 Auburn Way N.; 8-10 a.m., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 7, West Auburn High School, 401 W. Main St.; 9-11 a.m., noon-3 p.m. Oct. 9, MultiCare Auburn Medical Center, Plaza 1, 202 N. Division St.; 9-11 a.m., noon-3 p.m. Oct. 14, Zones, Inc., 1102 15th St. SW. Appointments can be made by calling 1-800-398-7888, or visit www.bloodworksnw.org.

Book signing: 2-4 p.m. Oct. 17, Barnes & Noble, 300 Andover Park, W., Suite 200, Tukwila. Meet the author, Auburn teen Madeleine Gasperi, who releases her latest book, “Bullied: From Victim to Victorious!”

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Alzheimer’s Association Auburn Caregiver Support Group: Noon-1:30 p.m.

Meetings on the first Tuesday of the month.

Church of the Nazarene, 1225 29th St. SE, Room 15, Auburn. Caring for someone with memory loss? Do you need information and support? Alzheimer’s Association family caregiver support groups provide a consistent and caring place for people to learn, share and gain emotional support from others who are also on a unique journey of providing care to a person with memory loss. For information, call Val Brustad at 253-854-7658 or visit www.alzwa.org Living Tobacco-free Weekly Free Support Group: 6 p.m. Wednesdays, MultiCare Auburn Medical Center, second floor, Heart Care Center classroom, 202 N. Division St. Free one-hour weekly support group meeting open to adults and teens wanting to quit tobacco, newly quit, struggling with relapse or helping a friend quit tobacco.

Contact Heidi Henson at 253-223-7538 or hhenson@seattleymca.org.

Volunteers Auburn Valley Humane Society: 6-8 p.m., third Wednesdays of the month; 10 a.m.-noon, third Saturdays of the month, AVHS shelter, 4910 A St. SE, Auburn.

Volunteer orientation and trainings.

Stop by the shelter or AVHS thrift store, 1123 E. Main St., to pick up a volunteer application or download one from auburnvalleyhs.org and bring it to the orientation.

You may register to attend anyone of the sessions in the future by emailing slavigne@ auburnvalleyhs.org. For information, call 253-249-7849 or visit auburnvalleyhs.org.

Faith Church’s 150th Year Anniversary: 1-4:30 p.m. Oct. 10, Auburn First United Methodist Church, 100 N. St. SE, Auburn.

Community invited to special celebration.

Open house and self-guided tour of the church’s history. Tour includes videos, photos, entertainment and artifacts. Opportunities to talk with church members about the church’s long history. A reservation-only dinner is at 5 p.m. Music, entertainment, videos and guest speakers. Cost: $10.

Please RSVP by Oct. 1 to Crystal Goetz at 253-833-3470 or crystal@auburnfirstumc. org. For more information, visit www. auburnfirstumc.org

Clubs Rainy Rose Society meeting: 7 p.m. Oct. 6, Emerald Downs, sixth floor executive suites, 2300 Emerald Downs Drive, Auburn. Missy Anderson will discuss how to make gardens friendly for bees and mason bees.

Striped Water Poets: Meets every Tuesday, 7- 9 p.m., at Auburn City Hall, 25 W. Main St. A roundtable critique and welcoming of new poets.

Auburn Noon Lions: Meets Tuesdays, noon, Longhorn Barbecue, 635 C St. SW. $12 for lunch, $5 for dessert and beverage.

For more information, contact Ed Butler at 253-929-9358 or edbutler0314@gmail. com.

Rotary Club of Auburn: Meets noon, Wednesdays, Auburn Golf Course, banquet room, 29630 Green River Road SE. Programs: For more information, visit www. auburnrotary.org.

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or seasonal employees. Bring your resumes.

First 100 attendees receive a job fair swag bag. Free for job seekers. Businesses need to reserve their booths. Space is limited to a total of 50 booths. For more information, visit business.auburnareawa.org

Auburn Morning Toastmasters: Meets every Thursday morning, 6:30-7:30, Auburn Chamber of Commerce, 25 Second St. NW. Learn the fine art of communication and public speaking in a friendly supportive atmosphere. Visitors are welcome.

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Soroptimist International of Auburn: Meets Wednesdays at noon in the Rainier Room, Truitt Building, 102 W. Main St. Make reservations by emailng info@siauburn. For more information, visit www.siauburn.org

• Senior Coffee Hours with the Mayor and Councilmembers: 10-11 a.m. the second Thursday of the month.

Save Our Fish, Auburn Chapter, Puget Sound Anglers: Meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month (except December), 6 p.m. Round Table Pizza, 4002 A St. SE. Learn fishing techniques and hot spots from guest speakers and chapter experts. For more information, visit www. saveourfish.org.

Network 3No Networking: 5:30 p.m. Thursdays.

3No Networking is a casual weekly gettogether set aside for members of the business community to drop in and get to know each other. The mixer rotates among Auburn venues. The series is made possible by a partnership between IPZ No. 15 Auburn, the City of Auburn Office of Economic Development, Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce and the Auburn Downtown Association. For more information, contact Doug Lein, IPZ administrator, at 253-804-3101. For a full schedule, visit www.3noNetworking.com.

Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce Business Insider Luncheon: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., the third Tuesday of every month, Emerald Downs, Emerald Room (fourth floor), 2300 Emerald Downs Drive.

Register online through the chamber.

“Spirit of Hiring” Job Fair: 3-6 p.m.

Oct. 7, Green River College, Lindbloom Student Center, 12401 SE 329th St., Auburn. For all businesses seeking part-time, full-time

Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. SE. 253-931-3016 or www.auburnwa.gov. Senior activities include:

• Lunch: Monday-Friday, Salad bar begins at 11:30, Main meal is served at noon. Cost: $3 donation for ages 60 and over, $6 for those younger than 60.

• Movie Screenings: Wednesdays, 1 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. 50 cents suggested donation for refreshments.

• Monday Supper Club: 4:45-6 p.m. One Monday a month. Call 253-931-3016 for date and menu. Cost: $6 for all ages.

• Meals on Wheels: Senior services’ program offers home-delivered meals to home-bound seniors. For more information, call the center at 253-931-3016.

PROGRAMS Volunteer opportunities: The center’s meals-on-wheels and respite programs need help to provide services to seniors.

Please call 253-288-7441 or 253-931-3016, if interested.

MEAL EVENT PROGRAMS The following meal events cost $3 for ages 60 and older, $6 for under 60.

Pre-purchase tickets at the front desk.

Volunteer Award Banquet: 11:30 a.m.1:30 p.m. Oct. 16.

ELSEWHERE Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows: 10 a.m. Sept. 29, 945 22nd St. NE, Auburn. Join David Troxel, master of public health and author, for an educational seminar about Alzheimer’s disease. Call 253-333-0171 to reserve your seat.

www.auburn-reporter.com Pacific Algona Senior Center, 100 Third Ave SE, Pacific, 253-929-1153.

Serving seniors: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. No annual fee.

Monday free lunch, Tuesday-Friday lunch provided by Catholic Community Services.

Senior bus trips to local stores and events.

Crafts and card making.

Entertainment AUBURN AVENUE THEATER Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Call Auburn Parks, Arts & Rec at 253-931-3043, Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.-noon, or www.brownpapertickets.com.

Oklahoma!: 2 p.m. Oct. 4, 11, 18; 7 p.m.

Oct. 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17. Auburn Community Players presents classic musical. Set in a Western Indian territory just after the turn of the century, the high-spirited rivalry between local farmers and cowboys provides the colorful background against which Curly, a handsome cowboy, and Laurey, a winsome farm girl, play out their love story.

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s first collaboration remains their most innovative, having set the standards and established the rules of musical theatre still being followed today.

Tickets: $15 regular; $13 student/ senior Steve The Pretty Good Magician: 1 p.m. Oct. 24. Family friendly magic will get you giggling, laughing and possibly participating in the act on stage when he turns the audience into hilarious magical assistants. Tickets: $8 ELSEWHERE Rock The Green: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 3, Green River College, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Inaugural festival celebrates region’s natural resources. Green River Coalition presents live music and beer garden.

Main stage performances include: Tim Noah; Dana Lyons; The Kevin Jones Band; Chick Buser; Howling Rain; The Community Players. Free admission. 253-333-6010, Greenriver.edu/rockthegreen A Spirited Return to the PAC: 2:30 p.m.

Oct. 11, Auburn Performing Arts Center, 206 E St. NE. Auburn Symphony Orchestra opens the 2015-16 season at the new center.

Program: Mussorgsky’s “Night on Bald Mountain” and Saint-Saëns’“Danse Macabre”. ASO concertmaster Brittney Boulding featured in Saint-Saëns’ introduction and Rondo Capriccioso. Program closes with jazz suite by Dave Brubeck, including his iconic “Take Five”. Conductor Stewart Kershaw and KING FM host Dave Beck give a preconcert lecture at 1:45 p.m., focusing on the composers and their works. Reserved seats: $35 for adults, $28 for seniors and $10 for students. To order, call 253-887-7777 or go online at auburnsymphony.org.

Music at The Station Bistro: 6-8 p.m., Saturdays, Bistro, 110 Second St. SW, Suite 125, Auburn.

Zola’s Cafe: Live music every Friday, 7-9 p.m., 402 E. Main St., Suite 120. Live music and wine tasting on the first Saturday of each month, 7-9 p.m. For information, contact Sonia Kessler at the cafe at 253333-9652.

Poetry Poetry at The Station Bistro: 7-10 p.m., first Mondays of each month, Bistro, 110 Second St. SW, Suite 125, Auburn. Poets featured at the open mic venue. Presented by The Station Bistro, the Northwest Renaissance, Auburn Striped Water Poets. For more information, contact mcbreenpost@aol.com.

Dance Children’s Dance Theater Open House: Visit www.auburnchildrensdancetheater.com or call 253-887-8937 for program information. Located at 122 W. Main St. (entrance in back) Auburn Dance Academy: Visit www.auburndanceacademy.com or call 253-833-1891 for program information.

The academy is located at 1811 Howard Road, Suite 100.

Auburn Dance & Music Center: Visit www.auburndancecenter.com or call 253-833-6773 for program information.

The center is located at 306 Auburn Ave. Surrendered School of the Arts: Visit www.surrenderedschool.com or call 253-474-4881 for program information.

Classes are on Tuesdays at Lifegate Auburn Foursquare Church, 307 E. Main St.

Museums WHITE RIVER VALLEY MUSEUM Hours: Noon-4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday and the first Thursday 6-8 p.m. Regular admission is $5 adults, $2 seniors and children.

Children 2 years of age or younger are free. Free admission on the first Thursday and third Sunday of the month.

For more information, visit www. wrvmuseum.org or call 253-288-7439.

EXHIBITS SERVICE INK, Veterans’ Tattoos and Their Stories: June 24-Nov. 15. Unique, engaging exhibit is comprised of photographs and stories about 40 individuals’ military inspired tattoos acquired through a community call. It honors veterans, provides a setting for appreciation and discussion, and celebrates the vigor and storytelling inherent in the art of tattoo. Made possible by 4Culture, Auburn VFW Post 1741 and Renton VFW Post 1263.

RELATED PROGRAMS Military Family Day: Noon to 4 p.m.

Oct. 10. Kids’ activities, historic military fashion show, speakers and music. Free for veterans and their families. Public welcome.

Galleries Auburn City Hall: Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Admission is free.

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Opening 17 miles of express toll lanes on I-405 between Lynnwood and Bellevue is a step to reducing congestion on the Eastside. The long-term vision includes a 40-mile express toll lane system between SR 167 at the Pierce/King County line and the I-405/I-5 interchange in Lynnwood. COURTESY MAP, WSDOT

I-405 express toll lanes to open

BY DEAN A. RADFORD dradford@rentonreporter.com

Starting Sunday, a 17-mile stretch of Interstate 405 between Bellevue and Lynnwood will join State Route 167 southward from Renton as two freeways where motorists can pay a toll to speed them on their way.

To get ready for the launch, starting Friday the state Department of Transportation will close two lanes in both directions of I-405 between Bellevue and Bothell to finish striping the lanes.

Toll rates set by the Washington State Transportation Commission will adjust based on traffic congestion to keep the express toll lanes moving at 45 mph or faster.

The SR 167 HOT lanes – the state’s first-ever, high-occupancy toll lanes using the Good

To Go! pass – opened in May 2008 between Renton and Auburn as a pilot project to test whether variable tolling will make state roads more efficient and less congested.

Any existing Good To Go! pass will work to pay a toll in the express toll lanes on I-405, but only a Flex Pass will allow three-person carpools to declare HOV status and ride toll-free, according to the transportation department.

The toll minimum is 75 cents and the maximum is $10, though 90 percent of tolls will be less than $4, according to transportation officials.

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www.auburn-reporter.com said in a news release about buying passes. “This is crunch time to get ready for Sept. 27. We want people to take action.”

Information about purchasing a Good To Go pass or a free Flex Pass is available online at www. wsdot.wa.gov/Tolling/405.

If drivers don’t qualify for a free Flex Pass, they can still buy one for $15 at GoodToGo.com or by calling 1-866-936-8246 State transportation officials are urging motorists to use alternative routes to I-405 this weekend to avoid the striping project and the expected congestion.

“Nearly a quarter of a million people use I-405 every weekend, and we need every one of them to plan ahead before they get on the road,” said Lisa Hodgson, the transportation department I-405 project engineer, in a news release.

“Whether they’re headed to a game at Husky Stadium or CenturyLink Field, drivers should plan for delays and use alternate routes to make sure they arrive before kickoff,” she said.

The closures of two lanes in each direction start at 11 p.m. Friday between I-90 in Bellevue and Northeast 195th in Bothell.

The closures are expected to end at noon Sunday and the express-toll lanes will activate.

Here are the details: • All Northeast 6th direct access ramps will be closed.

HOT VS. ETL Here are the differences between the new Interstate 405 express-toll lanes and the SR 167 HOT lanes, as explained by the Washington State Department of Transportation.

• Carpool requirements: On SR 167 vehicles must have two people to use the HOT lane toll free. The I-405 express toll lanes require three occupants during peak periods from 5 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays, and two-person carpools will be allowed to use the lanes toll-free at other times.

• Photo-tolling: SR 167 solo drivers must have a Good To Go! pass to use the HOT lanes – we can’t take a photo of the license plate so we can’t mail them a toll bill. On I-405 express toll lanes, anyone will be able to pay a toll to use the new I-405 express toll lanes. Just like SR 520, if they don’t have an account, we will take a photo of their license plate and send them a bill in the mail.

• Passes: SR 167 carpools don’t need a Good To Go! pass to travel toll-free in the HOT lane. To ride toll free in the I-405 express toll lanes, carpools must have a Good to Go! Flex Pass in HOV mode and an active Good To Go! account.

The Flex Pass is the only pass a driver will need because it works to pay the toll on all facilities and will allow carpools to ride free in the express toll lanes and the HOT

• All Northeast 128th direct access ramps will be closed.

• During late evening and early morning hours, I-405 may be reduced to one lane in each direction at SR 520 and SR 522.

• Drivers should plan ahead or reschedule trips to

THE CITY OF AUBURN is accepting applications for its 50th annual Veterans Day Parade on Nov. 7. Official applications may be picked up at the Auburn Parks, Arts & Rec Office, at 2840 Riverwalk Drive, or downloaded from www.auburnwa.gov/vetsday. Parade applications must be received by Oct. 2.

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Lanes. Customers who request or purchase a Flex Pass should register the pass with an existing or new Good To Go! account, remove their old pass from the windshield and they will be Good To Go! If you are an existing Good To Go! customer with a switchable pass, which was offered for carpooling on SR 167 HOT lanes, you can get a free upgrade to a Flex Pass. The switchable pass was designed with an on-and-off switch for the SR 167 HOT lanes. While it will work to pay the toll in the express toll lanes, it will not provide a free trip for carpoolers in OFF mode.

Only the Flex Pass allows carpools to travel toll free in the express toll lanes. Good To Go! customers with switchable passes can email goodtogo@goodtogo.wsdot.wa.gov or call 1-866-936-8246 to get a free Flex Pass as a replacement. Good To Go! will mail you a Flex Pass and deactivate your switchable pass within 30 days.

• Hours: SR 167 HOT lanes are free and open to all between 7 p.m. and 5 a.m. I-405 express toll lanes will operate 24-hours a day with tolls and carpool requirements.

• Access: SR 167 HOT lanes use a single stripe allowing drivers to enter and exit the HOT lane at almost any point. I-405 express toll lanes will have limited entrance and exit points. These access points will have a dash or break in the double white lines, which are illegal to cross.

avoid delays.

The striping work is weather dependent; a delay would affect Sunday’s opening of the express toll lanes. The latest information is available at the I-405 construction updates page, tinyurl.com/68bzjsf.

Drivers race at Pacific Raceways during Machinists Union Local Lodge 751-F’s annual Karting Challenge on Sept. 12.

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Machinists Union members raised more than $12,000 for charity with a recent go-kart race at PGP Motorsports Park at Pacific Raceways in Kent.

The Sept. 12 event, sponsored by Machinists Union Local Lodge 751-F, featured 17 teams of four drivers who hit speeds up to 50 mph as they circled

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...obituaries Jerome Joseph (Jerry) Bunker

Jerome Joseph (Jerry) Bunker of Auburn, WA died on September 13, 2015 due to heart failure. He was born on June 30, 1929 in Madison, MN to Anton and Christina Bunker. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He married the love of his life, Blanche Peterson in 1956.

Jerome co-owned and operated a successful service station business “B&J ARCO” with long time partner and friend, Bud Larson. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends and watching all kinds of sports, including the Sonics, Seahawks, Huskies and Mariners.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years Blanche, his children Craig (Vicki); Carla (Greg); Brian (Trudi); Mark, Scott (Karen) and Todd (Angie) along with 8 grandchildren and 3 greatgrandchildren.

Services were held at Holy Family Church in Auburn on Tuesday, September 22nd. Donations in Jerome’s memory may be made to Auburn Youth Resources or Holy Family School in Auburn.

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the course for two hours.

“Our Karting Challenge is always a fun event, thanks to our volunteers, our sponsors and the folks at Pacific Raceways who help us put it on,” said Local 751-F President Robley Evans. “We had good weather and a great time, and raised a lot of money for a really great charity.”

All proceeds will support to Guide Dogs of America, a California-based charity

that provides service dogs and training in their use to people who are blind or have impaired vision from throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Local 751-F is affiliated with Machinists Union District Lodge 751, which is the No. 1 fundraiser for Guide Dogs of America.

Over the past six years, the union has raised nearly $1.8 million for the charity.

PUBLIC NOTICES In the Superior Court of Washington County of King In re the Estate of: WALTER A. MELOT, Deceased.

NO. 15-4-05094-7 KNT PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) The Personal Representative named below has been appointed and has qualified as Personal Representative of this estate.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the attorney of record at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the Court.

The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets.

Date of First Publication: September 11, 2015 PR: Robin Kay Light Attorney for Estate/Personal Representative: Michael J. Reynolds 1219 Cole Street Enumclaw, WA 98022 Published in the Auburn Reporter on September 11, 2015, September 18, 2015 and September 25, 2015. #1414439

To place a Legal Notice, please call 253-234-3506 or e-mail legals@ reporternewspapers.com

Bigge Crane and Rigging Company, 221 30th Street Northeast, is seeking modification of coverage under the Washington Department of Ecology’s NPDES General Permit for Stormwater Discharges Associated with Industrial Activities at the industrial site, known as Bigge Crane and Rigging located at 221 30th Street Northeast in Auburn.

Activities requiring permit modification include request for a deadline extension for implementation of a Level 3 corrective action for stormwater treatment.

Any person desiring to present their views to the Department of Ecology concerning this application may notify Ecology in writing within 30 days from the last date of publication of this notice. Comments may be submitted to: Washington Dept of Ecology Water Quality Program – Industrial Stormwater PO Box 47696 Olympia, WA 98504-7696 Published in the Auburn Reporter on September 25, 2015 and October 2, 2015. #1420788.

Peninsula Truck Lines, 701 6th Street Northwest, is seeking modification of coverage under the Washington Department of Ecology’s NPDES General Permit for Stormwater Discharges Associated with Industrial Activities at the industrial site, known as Peninsula Truck Lines located at 701 6th Street Northwest in Auburn.

Activities requiring permit modification include request for a deadline extension for implementation of a Level 3 corrective action for stormwater treatment.

Any person desiring to present their views to the Department of Ecology concerning this application may notify Ecology in writing within 30 days from the last date of publication of this notice.

Comments may be submitted to: Washington Dept of Ecology Water Quality Program – Industrial Stormwater PO Box 47696 Olympia, WA 98504-7696 Published in Auburn Reporter on September 25, 2015.# 1421148.

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NETTING HONORS Auburn’s Troy Prashun was named a recent Trojans’ Athlete of the Week for his efforts on the tennis court.

Prashun, a junior at No. 2 singles, is unbeaten in seven matches this season. His latest conquest was a threesetter – 6-1, 3-6, 6-4 – over Peninsula’s Aiden KrugNorem on Tuesday.

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to continue the winning tradition with a different approach to the Lions, who return a good mix of returning seniors and young talent.

“He’s actually brought in new ideas and a good atmosphere to the team,” said Holly Hytrek, a 6-foot junior goalie. “He also let’s us have a say in what we are doing, instead of

The Seattle Ravens, a new U.S. junior hockey team in Kent, gives local players a chance to improve their skills by playing at a higher level.

Andrew Bell, 15, of Auburn, and Ben Lehfeldt-Ehlinger, 18, of Renton, are grateful for the opportunity to play.

“For me to play locally is a huge thing,” said Lehfeldt-Ehlinger, a senior at Lindbergh High School. “I know I could have gone other places and played and done fairly well, but for me it is the friend group (here), and I love Seattle.”

For Bell, leaving the area to play isn’t really an option right now.

“I’m 15,” said Bell, a student at Auburn Riverside. “My parents are not going to send me away. It isn’t going to happen. There aren’t too many options to play this high of level locally.”

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[ more RAVENS page 35 ]

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Recognizing a great opportunity, Bryan Winkler seized it.

A high school soccer coach for 36 years, Winkler stepped away from the game temporarily but decided to give the pitch another try – this time at Auburn Mountainview.

“I initially said no … but they kept knocking on the door, and I think I threw my application in with about 15 minutes left,” Winkler said of the girls program opening. “A friend recommended me for the job here. … It’s a great opportunity to teach the game, and it has a great support system.”

Winkler, who starred at Capital of Olympia in the ’80s before playing for The Evergreen State College, most recently coached at Tumwater.

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Showing the way: Bryan Winkler brings 36 years of coaching experience to Auburn Mountainview, where the Lions look to carry on a winning tradition. RACHEL CIAMPI, Reporter ships, eight playoff appearances and four trips to state.

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Cameron Lewis scored on a short run for the Seahawks. Dillon O’Grady and Zeke Turner scored on runs for Auburn.

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Kiana Drumheller had 18 kills and Kasey Holand finished with 11 as the Ravens (3-0) dispatched Bonney Lake, 25-15, 25-22, 25-15. Laura Smith delivered 25 assists, and Clarice Buchanan and Kaytlyn Heslip each had 13 digs for the Ravens.

Visiting Auburn Mountainview (3-0) stopped Lakes, 25-10, 25-9, 26-24. Ali Davenport had 13 kills, and Lauren Friis produced six digs and three aces.

Enumclaw, meanwhile, downed Auburn, 25-20, 25-27, 25-12, 25-14. Jansen Graves had eight kills, Maysen Tonney finished with seven. Celine Liulamaga gave out 25 assists and Kianna Ly had 25 digs for the Trojans (1-2).

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yards and a TD for Lakes (3-0, 1-0). Bostic also caught two more TDs from Magalei .

The Lancers rolled up 510 yards of offense.

Quarterback Tiano Malietufa ran 6 yards for one score and found Dennis Beard for 36 yards and another TD for the Ravens (0-3, 0-1).

Alex Caldwell scored on a 41-yard run for Auburn Riverside, which produced 204 yards of offense.

Odarious Shaw led the Ravens with six solo tackles.

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Elsewhere Auburn Riverside is off to a 4-1 start under coach Paul Lewis. The Ravens, who finished second in the league race at 14-3 a season ago, are a young but talented bunch.

Key returners are: Izzy Creighton (senior forward); Moesha Parker (senior defender, first-team all-league performer in 2014, sat out last season); Abby Gooch (senior midfielder); Victoria Kendall (junior forward, injured most of last year); Hannah Schatz (junior defender); Taylor Smith (sophomore defender, first-

team all-league performer); and McKenna Boulet (sophomore midfielder).

Top newcomers include freshmen Talia Samuelson, Kylie Runsvold and Natalie Lake, and junior goalkeepers Katelyn Brown and Natalie Raum.

Creighton scored one goal and assisted on another as Auburn Riverside defeated rival Auburn 4-1 on Tuesday night.

Cierra Enlo, Smith and Schatz also scored for the Ravens (3-0 league).

Runsvold and Jhordin Prescott each had an assist.

“This is the youngest group that I have ever had. This translates to a lot of energy and excitement,” said Wells, who has compiled a 95-53-28 record in 10 seasons at the school.

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At Auburn, coach Chance Darling’s young Trojans continue to rebuild. Auburn lost four players to graduation from last season’s 8-8 team, including Makayla Sonstelie, the SPSL 3A Offensive Most Valuable Player, who now plays at Seattle Pacific University.

The Trojans will turn to seniors Lucky Backus, McKenna Robinson and Dani Mae Hutson, junior Anna Ybarra, and sophomores Hailey Sue Hunsaker and Jordan Blosser. Freshmen Francis Morrow and Kayli Koonce are top newcomers.

“We have a huge upside and continue to improve and grow every day,” Darling said. “Although we, of course, are trying to win games now, we are intensely focused on the long-term growth of the program, and the byproduct of hard work and dedication to that task will be winning.”

Auburn Riverside’s Abby Gooch, left, and Auburn’s Haley Sue Hunsaker battle for the ball during SPSL 3A play Tuesday night.

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They fought visiting Bonney Lake evenly until Kelsey Lund’s goal in the 71st minute turned back the Lions 1-0 in a league play last Friday.

The Lions (1-2 league, 1-4 overall) broke through, posting their first win on Tuesday night, 5-2 over Peninsula. Ellie Ness had a pair of goals to lead the Lions past the Seahawks at Gig Harbor. Greve, Chloe Baquian and Maddi Tandberg also scored for the Lions, with assists from Leanna Harris, Katherine Setera and Emily Cookston.

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“They come from everywhere, from Puyallup to Seattle, Issaquah to North Bend,” Speer said. “They are really some of the best young players that grew up in our region.”

The Ravens take to the ice Friday for their opening game against the Eugene Generals at the Kent Valley Ice Centre, 6015 S. 240th St. The Ravens face the Generals again on Saturday. Both games start at 6:35 p.m.

Tickets are $6 for adults and $3 for students and seniors and may be purchased at the door. Food and beverages will be sold at the On the Edge Cafe.

“This is a great, affordable family night out,” Speer said.

Following the games, there will be a public skating session, and several Ravens players will skate with their fans.

“Fans can get a chance to get to know them,” Speer said.

Speer said his team is ready for its first regularseason game. The Ravens beat the West Sound Warriors in Bremerton last Saturday night in a preseason matchup.

“The talent that we have should be very strong in the league, so we are looking forward to getting things going,” Speer said.

The Ravens are one of seven Northern Pacific Hockey League (NPHL) teams throughout Washington and Oregon.

Lehfeldt-Ehlinger said the team is excited about the first game.

“I think the nerves will set in probably minutes before the game,” he said.

“Right now we are not too worried about it.”

Lehfeldt-Ehlinger and Bell started skating and showing an interest in hockey at age 3.

“My older brother started playing and my parents would bring me to games, and I guess when I was 3 I could tell that I liked it so I strapped on the skates and took it up,” LehfeldtEhlinger said.

When Lehfeldt-Ehlinger moved to the Seattle area from Indiana two years ago, he met Speer, who told him about the Ravens.

The Kent Valley Ice Centre has been Bell’s home throughout his hockey career. He played club hockey under Ravens coach Danny Lorenz.

“For the past few years,

Adam and Danny have talked about starting a junior team here, and it started to become a reality when our core group at Kent started getting Bell older,” Bell said.

The Ravens is a developmental team similar to the

Seattle Thunderbirds but at a lower level. The NPHL is a Tier III league in U.S. junior hockey.

The Thunderbirds play at the ShoWare Center and in the Western Hockey League, a part of the major junior level of the Cana-

dian Hockey League, or the equivalent of Tier I U.S. junior hockey.

Tier III hockey is geared toward younger players who hope to develop their skills to go on to play at the college level or at a higher tier in the junior hockey system.

Lehfeldt-Ehlinger, a defenseman, hopes to play

collegiately after his stint with the Ravens.

Bell, a forward, wants to work his way through the junior hockey ranks, “I would like to go play some junior hockey in Canada, B.C.,” he said. “I have some relatives up there.”

But for now, both young men are focused on making

the Ravens first season a success.

“I think an above-.500 record would be a pretty outstanding goal,” LehfeldtEhlinger said. “It will give us a benchmark of where we could line up with other teams.”

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