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July 1, 2026

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Mount Rainier Made Easy for Free-Entrance Weekend

Eatonville Gears Up for Biggest Weekend of Summer

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ireworks are not the only big view available this Fourth of July weekend.

For families looking to make the most of the holiday, Mount Rainier National Park offers an easy day-trip option close to home, with picnic spots, short trails, waterfalls and mountain views that do not require a major hike or a complicated itinerary.

Entrance fees are waived July 3 through 5 for U.S. citizens and residents, which makes the holiday weekend a good excuse to pack sandwiches, grab water bottles and take the scenic route.

This guide is built for beginners, families and anyone who wants a solid view payoff without turning the day into a survival documentary.

NISQUALLY ENTRANCE

From the Eatonville area, the Nisqually Entrance is the classic way into the southwest side of the park.

It leads toward Longmire, Narada Falls, Reflection Lakes and Paradise.

The big tip: go early. Holiday weekends are busy, and “free” is a word that tends to bring out everyone with a cooler, a camera, their 3 dogs, and 2 children.

Mount Rainier officials warn that parking is limited and summer weekends can bring long waits at entrances and heavy congestion inside the park.

If leaving at dawn sounds dramatic, remember that so is sitting in traffic while your picnic slowly becomes warm car cheese.

LONGMIRE AND TRAIL OF THE SHADOWS

Stop at Longmire and walk the Trail of the Shadows. The loop is about 0.7 miles and takes roughly 20 minutes. It is short, shaded and a good first stop for families, visitors who do not hike often or anyone who wants to stretch their legs before continuing uphill.

The trail passes through forest and meadow areas near historic Longmire, with mineral springs and a quieter feel than the busier Paradise area. It is not the biggest mountain view of the day, but it is an easy way to start.

Picnic idea: Longmire can work well for a shady, low-key lunch stop, especially for families who want restrooms nearby and do not want to compete with the larger Paradise crowd.

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Paradise is the main payoff for many visitors.

On a clear day, the views are hard to beat. This is where the trip starts feeling less like “we went for a drive” and more like “yes, this is why people put the mountain on postcards.” -Hopefully the mountain is out.

here are summer weekends, and then there is Fourth of July weekend in Eatonville.

This is the one that brings everybody out. The one where you see people you have not run into since last year’s fireworks. The one where kids are already asking about bounce houses, families are planning where to park, and half the town knows it needs to show up early if it wants a good spot.

This year, Eatonville’s Independence Day celebration stretches across three days, with a night market July 2, fireworks July 3 and the parade July 4.

The weekend begins Thursday, July 2, with the 253 Night Market at Glacier View Park, located near Ash Street West and Fir Avenue North. The market runs from 4 to 9 p.m., giving residents and visitors a chance to ease into the holiday weekend with food, vendors and a low-key evening in town before the big fireworks crowd arrives.

The main fireworks celebration is Friday, July 3, in the field behind Eatonville Elementary School and Eatonville Middle School. Activities begin at 5:30 p.m., with food trucks, vendors, kids’ activities, live entertainment and a professional fireworks show at dark.

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NARADA FALLS

Narada Falls is one of the best “short stop, big payoff ” places on the route. The waterfall is dramatic, easy to work into the drive and gives everyone a reason to get out of the car before if you choose to make the final climb to Paradise.

Use caution on paths and viewpoints. Waterfall areas can be wet, slippery and crowded, especially on a holiday weekend.

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Call the hospital billing office and ask specifically about financial assistance. You can also visit DollarFor.org, a nonprofit that helps patients apply for charity care programs at no cost.

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Ask if they can lower the bill or offer a discount if you can pay something upfront. You can also request a no

interest payment plan to spread the cost out over time. If this feels overwhelming, a medical billing advocate can help.

The Alliance of Professional Health Advocates, at aphadvocates.org, can connect you with professionals who review bills and negotiate on your behalf.

FIND PROGRAMS

Since you recently lost coverage, it is also worth checking whether you qualify for Medicaid, especially if your income has dropped. You can apply through Healthcare.gov or your state Medicaid office.

Another helpful tool is BenefitsCheckUp.org, from the National Council on Aging, which can point you to programs that help lower health care and prescription costs.

GET SUPPORT

You do not have to handle this on your own. There are several trusted organizations that offer free or low-cost help. The Patient Advocate Foundation (patientadvocate.org) provides case management services and can help you find financial assistance. The National Foundation for Credit Counseling (nfcc. org) offers nonprofit credit counseling and guidance on managing debt. You can also visit NeedyMeds.org to locate programs that can help lower the cost of prescriptions and other medical expenses.

The most important thing is to act sooner rather than later. Ignoring medical bills can lead to collections and added stress, but many providers are willing to work with you if you reach out.

Start by reviewing your bills, then explore assistance programs and payment options. With some persistence, you can often lower what you owe and set up a plan that fits your budget. Medical debt is common, even among people who had insurance, but it is often negotiable, and there are real resources available to help you through it.

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Setbacks Bench Mae West for 4th of July Parade

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he hope had been to unveil the restoration of Eatonville’s antique fire engine, known as “Mae West,” during the annual 4th of July Parade. But mechanical setbacks have temporarily stalled the effort, and the historic vehicle will not be ready for this year’s holiday festivities.

Earlier this year, the Town of Eatonville leased the fire engine to the South Pierce County Historical Society.

The vehicle was then transported from the South Pierce County fire hall in Lacamas to Eatonville Auto Repair, where mechanics began assessing what it would take to get it running again.

Bob Walter of the South Pierce County Historical Society said that no specific budget had been set for the project, which has depended on the historical society, local help and mechanics at

Eatonville Auto Repair. For now, the focus has been primarily on making the vehicle mechanically sound.

“The vehicle has been at Eatonville Auto Repair here in town for several weeks,” Walter said. “The starter needed a rebuild, which is what they were working on.”

Walter said mechanics were encouraged during an early attempt to start the engine.

“When they first tried starting the motor, it backfired, so they knew it had spark,” he said.

The restoration is temporarily on hold after problems developed with the rebuilt starter.

“The refurbished starter is not performing, so they plan to ship it back east for more work,” Walter said. “We’re sort of on hold until we find out what else can be done.”

The restoration effort also highlights the town’s early firefighting history. Before motorized fire apparatus

arrived, Eatonville relied on a hand-drawn hose cart beginning around 1911. The cart, now stored at the town shops, served as the community’s primary means of transporting hose from the nearest hydrant to a fire.

Several years later, the antique fire engine, known as the “Mae West,” entered service and marked the next chapter in Eatonville’s firefighting history.

Whether it eventually returns to service for community events or is preserved as a working historical artifact, the project represents more than repairing an old vehicle. It is an effort to preserve an important part of Eatonville’s past and give future generations a connection to the town’s early firefighting days.

The South Pierce County Historical Society continues working to get the historic fire engine back on the road, though no timeline has been announced for the project’s completion.

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When School Lets Out, Food Help Still Matters SUN Bucks must be used within about four months of issuance, so families are encouraged to use those funds before other grocery benefits.

SUN Bucks will not solve every summer grocery problem, but for a household with multiple eligible children, it can provide meaningful breathing room. It can help cover fresh produce, milk, pantry staples or the extra food that disappears when kids are home all day and somehow hungry again 20 minutes after lunch.

Still, summer food support in Eatonville is not only a state or federal program. It is also local.

Eatonville Family Agency remains one of the community’s most visible safety nets, with food programs based at the Eatonville Community Center, 305 Center St. W. The agency’s food pantry provides fresh, healthy and nutritious food for families experiencing hunger or at risk of hunger, including produce, dairy, protein and shelf-stable items when available.

The need is not small. In 2024, Eatonville Family Agency reported serving approximately 18,400 individuals through 6,300 household visits and distributing more than 438,000 pounds of food. Those numbers show how many neighbors rely on the agency not just during the holidays or in emergencies, but throughout the year.

Summer can add to that need.

Children are home from school.

Seniors on fixed incomes still face high grocery costs. Families may be balancing seasonal work, gas

prices, child care expenses and the ordinary surprises that can throw off a monthly budget. In a rural area, transportation can also be part of the challenge. Help that is close to home matters.

Eatonville Family Agency’s EFA Market Food Pantry is available by registration for households in need. The agency also offers grocery rescue food, which is free to anyone in the community and does not count toward a pantry client’s monthly visits. For families who cannot easily shop inside, the agency notes that drive-through service and other accommodations may be available.

Food is the most urgent need, but summer support is also about

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he Pierce County Arts Commission (PCAC) is calling on local artists to add their creativity across unincorporated Pierce County. Applications are now open to wrap traffic signal boxes in original artwork, turning everyday intersections into vibrant community landmarks.

Whether you’re a hobbyist or a seasoned professional, this program welcomes artists of all levels and styles. To apply, you must be 18 or older and a Pierce County resident.

Selected designs will celebrate neighborhood identity, spark community conversations, and give familiar streets a whole new vibrancy.

Selected artists will be awarded $500 per box design which includes licensing rights

keeping children fed, busy and learning without adding another cost. Pierce County Library System’s Summer of Stories Summer Reading Program runs June 1 through Aug. 31 and is free for all ages. Families can track reading online through Beanstack or pick up a paper reading log at a Pierce County Library. Participants can earn prizes while supplies last and take part in events and activities throughout the summer.

Some Pierce County Library branches are also hosting free summer meal events for kids.

The library calendar lists “Free Summer Meals for Kids” programs tied to local partners, including school district and summer

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or many families, the start of summer brings a welcome break from early alarms, homework folders and the daily rush to get everyone out the door. But it can also bring a quieter kind of pressure: figuring out how to replace the meals children usually receive at school.

When school is in session, breakfast and lunch are built into the weekday routine for many students. Summer changes the math.

Kids are home more. Snacks disappear faster. Grocery bills climb. Parents and caregivers may be juggling work schedules, child care, transportation and activities, all while trying to keep meals steady through the long break.

That is where summer food supports, local pantry access and free family programs can help stretch a household budget.

One option families should know about is SUN Bucks, also known as Summer EBT. The program provides a one-time $120 grocery benefit for each eligible child to help cover food costs from June through August. Benefits are loaded onto an EBT card and can be used at grocery stores, farmers markets and other retailers that accept SNAP or Basic Food.

Some children qualify automatically, while others may need an application. Eatonville School District encourages families to make sure their mailing address is current so SUN Bucks cards reach the right household. Families who receive the benefit should also watch the expiration date.

that will enable the PCAC to reproduce the final design on multiple traffic signal and/ or utility boxes throughout the County.

Artists may submit one application with up to three designs.

Deadline: Tuesday, August 4 at 4:00 p.m. PST Want to learn more? A free informational session will be held via Zoom on Tuesday, June 23 at 4:00 p.m. For guidelines and to access the application, please visit the traffic art wrap website.

To date, there are 100 traffic box art wrap locations throughout unincorporated Pierce County managed through this program.

See where the art lives and get inspired by viewing the interactive map at www.

PierceCountyWA.gov/ArtWrap.

Starry Orcas and Seaglass Waves by Maila Cervania, Located at Canyon Rd E & 192nd St E in Frederickson. View and download images from the interactive Pierce County Traffic Art Wrap Map.

food service programs. Not every branch offers meals, so families should check the library’s event calendar for dates, times and locations before making the trip.

For families trying to fill long summer days, the library can be more than a place to check out books. It can be a free outing, a cool indoor stop, a source for audiobooks and e-books, a place to join summer reading and, at some locations, another way to connect children with a meal. Pierce County Library System notes that youth can lose up to two months of learning over the summer without regular reading or hands-on learning.

Together, SUN Bucks, Eatonville Family Agency and the library system offer a practical reminder: summer support does not have to come from one place. It can come from a grocery benefit, a food pantry visit, a free meal event, a reading log, a library program or a neighbor who knows where to send a family for help.

For families who need assistance, asking early can make the summer easier. For community members who want to help, Eatonville Family Agency’s food programs provide a direct local place to donate, volunteer or support neighbors through the season.

When school lets out, the need for food, learning and community does not take a summer break. It just moves into different places, and in Eatonville, those places still matter.

Pierce County Property Values See Slight Cooling Pierce County

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ierce County residential property values trended slightly down this year while commercial properties saw an increase in value, according to data released today by the Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer’s office. Countywide, residential property values went down 1%, affecting about two-thirds of property owners, and commercial property values increased by 3%.

“What we’re seeing in Pierce County is no different than what we’re seeing in most places in the country,” Marty Campbell, the county’s Assessor-Treasurer, said.

Property owners can look up their value, find property tax exemptions, and pay their taxes online on the Pierce County AssessorTreasurer’s website.

The values released by the AssessorTreasurer’s office will be used as the basis for property taxes that fund the county’s 86 taxing districts located throughout the county. Individual property tax amounts won’t be known until early 2027.

“A lot of factors go into what people’s tax bills will look like in 2027 - including whether voters already approved or will approve any additional levies or special assessments ballot measures - so we won’t know what that will look like until early next year,” Campbell said. “Property taxes don’t necessarily go down because property values go down. These values are used to determine each property owner’s share of taxes certified by the districts.”

Property value cooling doesn’t affect voter-approved measures that rely on property taxes to support districts like local schools. Washington state law limits other districts - like parks, fire protection, emergency medical services and libraries - to a 1% tax increase each year, plus tax revenue

generated by new construction, improvements to property, and state-assessed utility value increases.

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY VALUES INCREASE

Commercial property values went up an average of 3% countywide from 2025.

Warehouse and light industrial properties, driven by demand in Tacoma, Lakewood, Puyallup and Sumner, saw an average increase of 5%. Retail properties remained stable, with restaurants, stand-alone retail buildings and neighborhood shopping centers increasing an average of about 4%.

Multifamily and office properties increased an average of 2%.

Under Washington state law, the Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer’s office is required to value each of the county’s 354,000 properties to 100% of their true and fair market value - the amount a buyer could reasonably expect to pay a seller.

State-accredited assessors base their valuations on inspections, market data, and trends. Property owners have until Aug. 25 to appeal their value to the county’s Board of Equalization. It’s free for homeowners to file an appeal.

PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS AVAILABLE

Property owners aged 61 years and older or who have a disability who make under $64,000 a year may be eligible for property tax exemptions under the Seniors and People with Disabilities Property Tax Exemption Program. Starting in 2027, the exemption will be extended to seniors and people with a disability who make less than $85,000 a year. Learn more about this program and other property tax exemptions on the Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer’s exemptions website.

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very year, the Fourth of July arrives with flags, hot dogs, lawn chairs, kids asking if it is dark yet and at least one adult confidently saying, “Don’t worry, I know what I’m doing.”

Wonderful. Terrifying. Very American.

Fireworks are part of the holiday, and around Eatonville, the professional show on July 3 is one of the big events of the year. The 3rd of July Celebration is scheduled for Friday, July 3, in the field behind Eatonville Elementary School and Eatonville Middle School. Activities begin at 5:30 p.m., with food trucks, bouncy houses, live entertainment, vendors and fireworks at dark.

That is the easy option. Show up, eat something fried, let the kids run around, watch the sky light up and go home with the same number of eyebrows you arrived with.

For anyone planning to light legal consumer fireworks at home, however, this is your annual reminder from Smokey Bear, local fire officials, every nervous dog in the county and probably your neighbor with the dry pasture: please do not turn the holiday into an emergency response drill.

Wildfire risk does not always look like a dramatic wall of flames on the evening news. Sometimes it looks like dry grass along a driveway, a ditch beside the road, a brush pile, a field behind the house

or that one patch of weeds everyone meant to mow three weekends ago.

Add fireworks, warm weather, a little wind and someone’s cousin who swears these are “totally legal,” and suddenly the Fourth of July has become a group project for the local fire department.

Rules also depend on where you live. In unincorporated Pierce County, fireworks may be discharged from 10 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. on July 4 on private property with the property owner’s permission.

County officials remind residents to check the rules for their own city or town, because fireworks laws vary by location. Dangerous fireworks remain prohibited, and public displays require approval.

In other words: “My friend said it was fine” is not a legal strategy.

Also worth noting, unincorporated Pierce County is under a Stage 1 fire safety burn ban. The ban began June 1 and remains in effect until further notice. It applies to land clearing and yard debris burning.

That does not mean the holiday is canceled. It does mean conditions are dry enough that everyone should think twice before lighting anything that produces sparks, flame, smoke or the phrase, “Wait, was that supposed to shoot sideways?”

Fireworks should never be used in dry grass, near brush, under trees, near buildings, near vehicles or anywhere sparks can spread.

Keep water nearby. Light one

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firework at a time, then move back.

Do not relight a dud, no matter how personally betrayed you feel by it. Soak used fireworks before putting them in the trash.

And yes, sparklers count. They may look sweet in photos, but they burn hot enough to cause serious injuries and should not be handed around like glowing birthday candles.

Pets deserve a plan too. Dogs do not understand patriotism at 140 decibels. Cats may act above it all, but they are absolutely judging your choices from under

the bed. Keep pets indoors, close gates, check collars and tags, and make sure microchips are registered with current contact information before the fireworks start. Pets should also be vaccinated and, ideally, spayed or neutered. If someone bolts through an open door during the grand finale, you want them to come home safely, without fleas, preventable illnesses or surprise family additions.

After the fun is over, take one more look around. Check for hot cardboard, burned debris,

smoldering spots or embers that landed in grass or landscaping.

Fireworks debris belongs in the trash, not the recycling bin.

Firefighters will already be busy.

The goal is not to make them busier.

Enjoyw the holiday. Watch the show. Wave at the neighbors.

Cheer with the kids. Eat the hot dog. Wear the festive shirt. Make the playlist only slightly too loud.

Just remember what Smokey Bear has been saying for generations: only you can prevent wildfires.

The Hot Dogs Can Be Questionable. The Driving Can’t.

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here is a very specific moment after the fireworks when everyone remembers they all arrived in cars.

The sky goes dark. The kids are tired. A dad near the edge of the crowd has a lawn chair over one shoulder, a blanket under his arm, a sleepy child clutching his first two fingers and one small shoe in his pocket that may or may not even belong to his family. Half the crowd is trying to find the same parking lot exit. The other half is insisting they know a “better way out,” which usually means a gravel road, a questionable turn and someone saying, “I think this connects.”

Welcome to the Fourth of July.

Eatonville’s holiday celebration is one of the biggest weekends of the year, with the 253 Night Market on July 2, fireworks on July 3 and the parade on July 4. That means more pedestrians, more parked cars, more excited kids, more people crossing streets in the dark and more drivers trying to leave at the same time. It is one of the best times to be in town, and also one of the weekends when a little planning can make the biggest difference.

Anyone drinking, using cannabis or under the influence of any medication or substance that impairs reaction time, judgment or coordination should not drive. That includes the person who “only had a couple,” the person who “knows these roads,” and the person who insists they drive better when they are

relaxed. No, they most certainly do not.

Hosts can help too. If people are gathering at your house before or after the events, offer food, water and nonalcoholic drinks. Ask how people are getting home before they are walking out the door. Be the person who says, “You are not driving,” even if it makes the room briefly awkward. A little awkward is better than a collision.

Sober drivers still need to pay attention.

After the fireworks, expect families walking back to cars, children darting between parked vehicles, people loading chairs into trunks and drivers who may be unfamiliar with town. Stay alert for other drivers who may not be sober. Slow down. Put the phone away. Leave extra room. Nobody wins a prize for getting home first, but everyone has a

much better chance of getting home safely when drivers take their time.

The same goes for parade day. Mashell Avenue will be busy, sidewalks will be full and downtown will have more foot traffic than usual. Give yourself time, watch for road impacts and remember that children at parades are not known for moving predictably.

The Fourth of July should end with tired kids, leftover snacks, smoke-scented sweatshirts and someone still humming the song from the fireworks playlist. Just make sure a safe and sober ride home is part of the plan.

Buckle up, be patient and let Eatonville’s biggest weekend end the way it should: with everyone home safe and no one facing a DUI on Monday morning.

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MOUNT RAINIER, FROM 1 For a beginner-friendly walk, try the Nisqually Vista Trail. The loop is about 1.2 miles and takes roughly 45 minutes.

The National Park Service describes it as family-friendly and suitable for strollers, with views of Mount Rainier and the Nisqually Glacier.

Another good option is the Skyline Trail to Myrtle Falls viewpoint. This route is about 1 mile roundtrip and takes roughly 35 minutes. It follows part of the Skyline Trail through subalpine meadows to a waterfall viewpoint, with views of Mount Rainier and the Tatoosh Range.

Picnic idea: Paradise is the best “view payoff ” picnic choice if parking and weather cooperates. Eat, walk, take the family photo, then move along so someone else can find a spot.

GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Pets are not allowed on park trails, so this is not the day to promise the dog a mountain adventure unless the plan stays within pet-permitted areas.

Bring water, food, layers, sunscreen and shoes with traction. Mountain weather changes quickly, and Paradise can feel very different from town.

Stay on trails, especially in meadow areas.

Those beautiful wildflower fields are fragile, and shortcuts are not worth the damage.

Pack out trash. This includes snack wrappers, fruit peels, wipes and anything that blew away while someone was trying to open the chips.

Have a backup plan. If Paradise is full, Longmire, Narada Falls, Reflection Lakes or another stop can still make the trip worthwhile. © AQUAMARINE4 | DREAMSTIME.COM

BENCH AND SNOW LAKES

to carry lunch in and carry trash out.

For visitors who want a little more than a beginner walk, consider Bench and Snow Lakes. The trail is about 2.5 miles roundtrip and takes roughly two hours. It begins along Stevens Canyon Road, about 1.5 miles east of Reflection Lakes.

This is the “mild but still a real hike” option. The trail has gradual ups and downs, summer wildflowers and two lake destinations. It is better for families or groups with comfortable walkers, decent shoes and enough water.

Picnic idea: Bench Lake is a great quieter picnic payoff, but only for visitors prepared

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Dirty Dr Pepper

irty Dr Pepper is what happens when a soda fountain gets a little tropical and a little unhinged in the best possible way. It is almost like a uniquely American, tropical root beer float: sweet soda, coconut, lime and a splash of cream poured over ice. It sounds strange until the first sip, and then suddenly everyone understands why people keep making it.

Best of all, it is easy to make for a picnic, barbecue or Fourth of July cooler situation.

No blender, no bartending skills and no mysterious appliance from the back of the cabinet required.

Ingredients 1 can or bottle of Dr Pepper 1 to 2 tablespoons coconut syrup or coconut coffee syrup 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 1 to 2 tablespoons half-and-half, heavy cream or coconut cream Ice Lime wedge, optional Directions Fill a tall glass with ice.

Pour in the Dr Pepper, leaving a little room at the top.

Add coconut syrup and lime juice. Stir gently.

Slowly pour in the cream and stir again. It may foam a little, which is part of the charm and also your warning not to assemble this directly over your phone.

Taste and adjust. Add more lime if it is too sweet, more coconut if you want the tropical flavor stronger or a little extra cream if you are leaning fully into dessert-soda territory.

Garnish with a lime wedge if you are feeling festive.

MAKE IT YOUR OWN

Dr Pepper is the classic choice, but the basic idea works with almost any soda.

Want a Dirty Dew? Swap in Mountain Dew and skip the lime, since the citrus is already doing its thing.

Want something closer to a tropical cream soda? Try root beer, cola, cherry

cola, orange soda or lemon-lime soda with coconut and cream.

For a dairy-free version, use coconut cream or another non-dairy creamer.

MAKE IT FOR A CROWD

Set up a dirty soda station with chilled soda, coconut syrup, cut limes, cream and cups of ice. Let guests mix their own so the drinks stay fizzy and everyone can decide exactly how tropical, creamy or chaotic they want to be.

Serve immediately. This is not a makeahead drink. It is a stand-by-the-coolerand-pretend-you-invented-it drink.

Pierce County Holiday Weekend Roundup Staff Report

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hese nearby South Sound and Pierce County events offer alternative ways to spend the holiday weekend, from large fairgrounds celebrations and professional fireworks displays to smaller community festivals, lake activities and classic cars.

Some require a drive, a parking strategy and probably snacks. Families looking for additional entertainment this year, these are the events worth keeping on the radar.

Pierce County’s Fourth of July weekend is packed with community celebrations, professional fireworks shows and enough food trucks to make meal planning unnecessary from Friday through Sunday.

The holiday weekend starts Friday,

July 3, in Puyallup with Red, White & Kaboom at the Washington State Fair Event Center. The event runs from

12:30 to 10:30 p.m. in the Gold and Teal Lots and is built as a full-day celebration, not just a quick fireworks stop. Visitors can expect live music, a beer garden, food trucks, a kids’ corner, a car show and a professional fireworks display at 10 p.m. Yes, Puyallup

FOURTH, FROM 1 more than 8,000 people gather each year for the 3rd of July celebration, which makes planning ahead part of the tradition. Arrive early, expect traffic, bring patience and give yourself time to park, walk in, visit vendors and find a place to sit before the sky lights up.

Families may want to bring blankets, chairs, jackets, earplugs and any needed kid supplies, but should keep large items manageable in a crowded field. Anyone planning to meet up with friends should pick a

may be a longer drive for some readers, but the fairgrounds setup makes this one of the larger Pierce County options of the weekend.

Puyallup keeps the celebration going

Saturday, July 4, with its America 250 Celebration downtown. Cruise

Puyallup will host a cruise and car show from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., alongside food and beverage vendors, live music, community booths, patriotic displays and recognition of veterans and active-duty military members.

It is a good pick for readers who want classic cars and a full-day downtown atmosphere without waiting until dark for something to happen.

Tacoma Summer Blast returns Saturday to the Ruston Way waterfront from noon to 10:30 p.m. The

free celebration stretches across Dune Peninsula and Cummings Park, with live music, food, entertainment, craft vendors, a kids zone and a fireworks show over Puget Sound around 10 p.m. Parks Tacoma says the 20-minute display will be visible along Ruston Way, from Dune Peninsula in the north to Jack Hyde Park in the south.

Drivers should plan for road closures and

meeting place before cell service gets overloaded or everyone starts trying to describe the same patch of grass in the dark.

The celebration continues Saturday, July 4, with Eatonville’s Fourth of July parade.

The parade begins at noon, with the main route running along Mashell Avenue.

Residents should plan for downtown activity, road impacts and the kind of sidewalk crowd that only happens a few times a year.

The parade is expected to bring local businesses, community groups, kids, families, veterans, volunteers and plenty of familiar

parking restrictions, because the waterfront will not be the place for “we’ll just figure it out when we get there” energy.

Milton’s 4th of July Community Celebration offers a shorter, neighborhood-scale option from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday at Milton Community

Park. The city’s celebration includes a Kids Bike Parade led by the Milton Police Department, with bike decorating beginning at 11 a.m., followed by the National Anthem, a condensed reading of the Declaration of Independence, pie contests, lawn games and free popsicles. Bring lunch and lawn chairs for the kind of Fourth where “old-fashioned fun” is not just a theme, it is basically the schedule.

Orting is also hosting a July 4 festi-

val from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Orting North Park and Main City Park.

The event is paired with the Orting Valley Farmers Market, with vendors set up across both parks. It is a daytime pick for families looking for food, shopping, entertainment and a lower-key community celebration before evening fireworks plans elsewhere.

faces into the heart of town. For some people, it is the main event. For others, it is the morning-after reunion following fireworks night. Either way, it is one of Eatonville’s clearest hometown traditions.

Together, the three days turn Independence Day into more than one night of fireworks. The night market gives people a chance to shop local and start the weekend together. The fireworks bring the big crowd.

The parade brings everybody back out the next day.

Events like this do not happen by accident. They take sponsors, vendors,

Spanaway Lake gets a water-based holiday option with Float the 4th at Spanaway Lake. Spanaway Lake Adventures is promoting the event for July 4, with kayak and paddleboard reservations and music from DJ Slushee. For readers who prefer their Independence Day with sunscreen, water and fewer folding chairs on hot pavement, this one is worth checking before rentals fill up.

Steilacoom offers an active start to the holiday with the 37th Annual Four on

the Fourth fun run from 9 to 11 a.m.

Saturday near Steilacoom Town Hall. Race fees support local youth runners and a scholarship for a graduating senior, making it one of the weekend’s better “earn your barbecue” options. Registration is $15 for the 4-mile run and $5 for the 1-mile kids run. Registration closes July 2nd.

The weekend wraps Sunday, July 5,

with the Fircrest Rod Run & Picnic from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Fircrest Park.

The 38th annual event is free for spectators, with special-interest vehicles, food trucks, music, a Kiwanis breakfast and barbecue available for purchase. Vehicle entry is $20 at the gate.

volunteers, organizers, public safety planning and residents who keep showing up year after year. In a town this size, a holiday weekend this big matters. It is part celebration, part reunion and part reminder that community traditions only survive when people support them.

Residents should watch for final updates from event organizers, especially on parking, traffic and any last-minute schedule changes.

We’ll see you there, Eatonville. Make sure to stop by The Dispatch tent at the fireworks for goodies, including cold water.

July 1, 2026

Published Since 1893

Rum & Cola Ribs

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hese ribs get the best of three worlds: a little smoke, a little tenderizing time and a final trip to the grill for sauce, char and that sticky barbecue finish.

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For the ribs 5 pounds spare ribs or baby back ribs Barbecue sauce, as needed For the dry rub 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons paprika 2 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons garlic powder 2 teaspoons onion powder 2 teaspoons chili powder For the spritz 12 ounces cola, soda or juice 1.5 ounces dark rum (optional)

Banana Smores?

he unique flavor profile of foods cooked on the grill is impossible to match, and that’s perhaps one reason why grilling devotees are willing to try their hand at grilling anything.

This recipe for Grilled Bananas Stuffed With Marshmallows and Chocolate Squares from Lines+Angles is proof that all foods can be given a new and flavorful life when cooked over an open flame. Come your next backyard barbecue, surprise guests when it comes time to serve dessert with this flavorful and indulgent treat.

4 unpeeled ripe bananas 2 milk chocolate candy bars (Hershey’s recommended) 1/2 cup miniature marshmallows 1. Set the grill up for direct grilling and preheat to medium heat.

2. Slit each banana lengthwise through the peel, making sure not to cut all the way through. Open the peel and banana wider to form a pocket.

3. Unwrap the candy bars and separate the chocolate squares. Stuff each banana with marshmallows, followed by chocolate squares.

4. Grill for 5 to 8 minutes, or until marshmallows and chocolate are melted. Serve and enjoy.

1. Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs if it is still attached. Pat the ribs dry with paper towels.

In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder and chili powder.

2. Coat the ribs generously with the dry rub, pressing it into both sides of the meat. Let the ribs sit while the smoker heats.

3. Heat the smoker to 200 degrees.

Place the ribs on the smoker uncovered and cook for 1 hour. Spritz the ribs occasionally with the spritz mixture to help keep the surface moist and build flavor.

4. After 1 hour, move the ribs to a pressure or slow cooker.

Pressure Cooker: Cut the ribs into sections if needed so they fit. Add about 1 cup of the spritz liquid or plain cola to the bottom of the pot. Cook on high pressure for 15 minutes, then allow a natural release.

Slow cooker: Place the ribs in the slow cooker with about 1 cup of the spritz liquid or plain cola. Cook on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the ribs are tender but not completely falling apart.

5. Finish the ribs on a grill over low to medium indirect heat for about 1 hour, or until they are tender and reach your preferred barbecue texture. Brush with barbecue sauce during the final stage of grilling, adding more sauce as needed.

For a sticky, glossy finish, brush on the barbecue sauce in layers during the final stretch on the grill. Let each layer cook down until it darkens, bubbles and gets a little tacky before adding the next. A little caramelized char is the whole point.

Just keep the heat controlled so the sauce browns instead of turning bitter and black.

Let the ribs rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Sweet Country Coleslaw

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oleslaw is a staple of backyard cookouts and picnics. Coleslaw is considered a Dutch food, though there are mentions of a similar cabbage dish served in Ancient Rome. The word coleslaw is derived from the Dutch term koolsla, meaning cabbage salad.

That’s not surprising, as the slaw is made primarily of shredded cabbage with a salad dressing or other condiment, usually vinaigrette or mayonnaise.

Courtesy of Favorite Family Recipes: 43 Dishes for a Healthy Soul (Publications International, Ltd.) by the American Heart Association.

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tablespoons fat-free sour cream tablespoon sugar teaspoon sugar tablespoon light mayonnaise teaspoon cider vinegar teaspoon celery seeds (optional) teaspoon salt teaspoon pepper cups packaged, shredded cabbage and carrot mix

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together all the ingredients except the cabbage and carrot.

2. Stir in the cabbage and carrot mix until well coated. The mixture will be very thick. Let stand for 15 minutes before serving. The coleslaw will shrink in volume by about half during the standing time.

Prepare Your Yard for Evening Entertaining

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ven when the sun goes down, the opportunity to entertain outdoors is still possible. Transforming a backyard into an evening oasis does not necessarily require major renovations, but it should involve adjusting the atmosphere to facilitate comfort and visibility. The following tips can help hosts optimize outdoor spaces for nighttime events.

and Jenga® enable play to be more handson and physical. · Active play: The rise of digital active play systems has moved outdoors. Systems like Nex, for example, employ motion sensors to turn a backyard into a live-action video game. This bridges the gap for tech-savvy kids and adults who want to spend more time outdoors. · Virtual reality: In a similar vein, players can take VR gear outdoors and enjoy the same rush of virtual play while outside in the fresh air. · Modular playgrounds: All About Play says recent industry reports indicate the North American outdoor play structure market is expected to reach $850 million by 2033. Families are prioritizing one-stop play environments that include modular set-ups. Instead of single-use equipment, families are looking for systems that combine trampolines, adjustable basketball hoops and climbing frames, among other options.

LAYERED LIGHTING

Lighting is the main priority when hosting at night. Lighting establishes ambiance and creates safety in the space. Hosts should avoid floodlights which can be too harsh and create a clinical feeling. Instead, melding different lighting options together can set the scene. String lights provide a warm, even glow that can outline the perimeter and “ceiling” of an outdoor room. Low-voltage LEDs or solar lights can make walkways more visible and call attention to changes in elevation. Accent lighting, such as small spotlights uplighting trees or architectural features, will create depth and keep the yard from feeling like an abyss beyond the patio or deck.

CREATE FOCAL POINTS

Individuals will gather around various focal points in the yard. These established zones will encourage conversation and other activities. A fire pit is a natural magnet for outdoor events. Arrange seating around the fire pit to keep conversation flowing. An outdoor bar also is a great place for people to gather, whether it’s stocked with alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks. Mark off an area where people can mingle and dance. Set up an outdoor speaker in this area.

OUTDOOR COMFORT Contending with bugs and shifting weather is a natural side effect of spending time outdoors, particularly in the evening.

Citronella candles can help keep mosquitoes and gnats at bay, while a simple electric floor fan can make a surprising difference against mosquitoes, which are weak fliers and struggle against even a light breeze. If the temperature drops, a fire pit, propane patio heater or basket of blankets can help tame the chill and keep guests comfortable.

Keeping pop-up canopies at the ready will also help if rain starts to fall.

OUTDOOR PLAY

Whether a homeowner has a small patio or sprawling acreage, these games can make outdoor entertaining spaces more fun. · Cornhole: A reigning champion of “toss” games, cornhole has legions of fans.

Hard core players may want to invest in regulation-sized solid wood seats and weather-resistant professional bags. · Pickleball: Portable pickleball nets allow for quick pop-up courts on grass or driveways. · Supersized games: Large versions of popular indoor games like Connect 4®

ACCESSIBILITY TO FOOD AND DRINK

Beyond the bar, self-service stations placed around the gathering area allow guests to grab food or drinks as needed without having to trek back indoors. Make sure those spots are well-lit, easy to find and positioned where guests can move around them comfortably.

Keep drinks separate from the food to prevent traffic jams. Covered containers can help protect food from ants and flying insects, while sturdy trays make it easier to carry glassware and other items back into the house.

A yard can be a magical place to entertain at night when hosts take a few extra steps to ready the space.

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July 1, 2026

Published Since 1893

Legal Notices File No: 25-01743WA NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to RCW 61.24 et seq. Grantor(s) of Deed of Trust Casey R. Hinshaw and Kristina M. Hinshaw Current Beneficiary Freedom Mortgage Corporation Current Trustee Affinia Default Services, LLC Current Mortgage Servicer Freedom Mortgage Corporation Deed of Trust Recording Number (Ref. #) 202203180124 Parcel Number(s) 2007250090 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee will on July 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM sell at public auction located The 2ND floor entry plaza outside the County Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma, WA 98402, to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following-described real property, situated in the County of Pierce, State of Washington, to wit: The East 60 feet of Lots 11 and 12, Block 725, Amendatory Map of Woodruff Addition to Tacoma, Washington, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 4 of Plats, Page(s) 81, records of Pierce County, Washington. Situate in the County of Pierce, State of Washington. Commonly known as: 1215 S 8th St., Tacoma, WA 98405 The above property is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated March 14, 2022, recorded March 18, 2022, under Auditor’s File No. 202203180124, records of Pierce County, Washington, from Casey R. Hinshaw and Kristina M. Hinshaw, as Grantor, to First American Title Insurance Company as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as designated nominee for Freedom Mortgage Corporation, beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned to Freedom Mortgage Corporation, under an Assignment recorded under Auditor’s File No. 202502070066. 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 Trust. III. The defaults for which this foreclosure is made are as follows: 1. Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: o $72,275.66 which included the monthly payments, late charges, and accrued fees and costs. IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal $430,135.89, together with interest as provided in the Note or other instrument secured from May 1, 2024, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. V. The above-described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. The sale will be made without warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances on July 10, 2026. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III must be cured by June 29, 2026 (11 days before the sale date), to cause a discontinuance of the sale.

The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time on or before June 29, 2026 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after June 29, 2026 (11 days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor, or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, 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 Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following addresses: Kristina M. Hinshaw 1215 S 8th St. Tacoma, WA 98405 by both first class and certified mail on January 26, 2025; and the notice of default was personally served upon the Borrower and Grantor, or was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in paragraph I above on January 26, 2026. The Trustee has possession of proof of mailing, and service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose 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 the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described property. IX. Anyone having an objection to the sale on any grounds whatsoever are afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to the RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS: The purchaser at the trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property 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 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 SALE OF YOUR HOME. You have only until 90 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this Notice of Trustee Sale to be referred to mediation. If this is an amended Notice of Trustee Sale providing a 45-day notice of the sale, mediation must be requested no later than 25 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this amended Notice of Trustee Sale. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Telephone: 1-877-894-HOME (1-877894-4663) Website: https://www.homeownership-wa.org/ The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Telephone: 1-800-5694287 Website: https://answers.hud.gov/ housingcounseling/s/?language=en_US The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: 1-800-606-4819 Website: https:// nwjustice.org/home PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT AFFINIA DEFAULT SERVICES, LLC MAY BE DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DATED 02/25/2026. By: Rhys Ran Name: Rhys Ran Title: Foreclosure Specialist of Affinia Default Services, LLC 16000 Christensen Rd., Suite 310 Tukwila, WA 98188 (425) 800-4703 NPP0485547 To: DISPATCH (PIERCE) 06/10/2026, 07/01/2026 File No: 25-02133WA NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to RCW 61.24 et seq. Grantor(s) of Deed of Trust Viktor Didur and Tetiana Melnychuk Current Beneficiary Freedom Mortgage Corporation Current Trustee Affinia Default Services, LLC Current Mortgage Servicer Freedom Mortgage Corporation Deed of Trust Recording Number (Ref. #) 202502240479 Parcel Number(s) 801500-0031 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee will on July 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM sell at public auction located The 2ND floor entry plaza outside the County Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma, WA 98402, to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following-described real property, situated in the County of Pierce, State of Washington, to wit: LOT 3, SUNRISE TERRACE FIRST ADDITION, ACCORDING TO PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK 26 OF PLATS AT PAGE 59, IN PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON; EXCEPT THAT PORTION DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS; BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT 3; THENCE WESTERLY ALONG THE NORTHERLY MARGIN OF 120TH STREET EAST AND ALONG THE ARC OF A CURVE TO THE LEFT WHOSE RADIUS IS 154.56 FEET, PASSING THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 05°29’36”, AN ARC DISTANCE OF 14.82 FEET; THENCE CONTINUING ALONG SAID NORTHERLY MARGIN SOUTH 60°52’00” WEST, 17.38 FEET TO A POINT OF CURVATURE; THENCE ALONG THE ARC OF A CURVE TO THE RIGHT WHOSE RADIUS IS 20.00 FEET, PASSING THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 68°55’37”, AN ARC DISTANCE OF 24.06 FEET TO A POINT OF REVERSE CURVATURE, SAID POINT LYING ON THE NORTHERLY MARGIN OF OLD MILITARY ROAD; THENCE ALONG SAID NORTHERLY MARGIN ALONG THE ARC OF A CURVE TO THE LEFT WHOSE RADIUS IS 411.97 FEET, PASSING THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 08°20’41”, AN ARC DISTANCE 60.00 FEET; THENCE LEAVING OLD MILITARY ROAD NORTH 66°39’37” EAST, 108.61 FEET TO A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT 3; THENCE SOUTH 00°00’00” EAST ALONG SAID EAST LINE 65.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON. Commonly known as: 11915 136th Ave. E, Puyallup, WA 98374 The above property is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated February 24, 2025, recorded February 24, 2025, under Auditor’s File No. 202502240479, records of Pierce County, Washington, from Viktor Didur and Tetiana Melnychuk, as Grantor, to First American Title Insurance Company as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as designated nominee for Freedom Mortgage Corporation, beneficiary of the security instrument, its suc-

cessors and assigns, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned to Freedom Mortgage Corporation, under an Assignment recorded under Auditor’s File No. 202511240133. 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 Trust. III. The defaults for which this foreclosure is made are as follows: 1. Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: o $50,748.67 which included the monthly payments, late charges, and accrued fees and costs. 2. (Some non-monetary default) IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal $733,317.37, together with interest as provided in the Note or other instrument secured from August 1, 2025, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute.

V. The above-described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. The sale will be made without warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances on July 10, 2026. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III must be cured by June 29, 2026 (11 days before the sale date), to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time on or before June 29, 2026 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after June 29, 2026 (11 days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor, or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, 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 Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following addresses: Viktor Didur 540 1st St. Sw Auburn, WA 98001 Viktor Didur 11915 136th Ave. E Puyallup, WA 98374 Tetiana Melnychuk 11915 136th Ave E Puyallup, WA 98374 Tetiana Melnychuk 540 1st St. Sw Auburn, WA 98001 by both first class and certified mail on January 26, 2026; and the notice of default was personally served upon the Borrower and Grantor, or was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in paragraph I above on January 27, 2026. The Trustee has possession of proof of mailing, and service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose 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 the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described property. IX. Anyone having an objection to the sale on any grounds whatsoever are afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to the RCW 61.24.130.

Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS: The purchaser at the trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property 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 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 SALE OF YOUR HOME. You have only until 90 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this Notice of Trustee Sale to be referred to mediation. If this is an amended Notice of Trustee Sale providing a 45-day notice of the sale, mediation must be requested no later than 25 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this amended Notice of Trustee Sale. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Telephone: 1-877-894-HOME (1-877-894-4663) Website: https://www. homeownership-wa.org/ The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Telephone: 1-800569-4287 Website: https://answers.hud.

g o v / housingcounseling/s/?language=en_US The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: 1-800-606-4819 Website: https:// nwjustice.org/home PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT AFFINIA DEFAULT SERVICES, LLC MAY BE DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DATED 02/26/2026. By: Rhys Ran Name: Rhys Ran Title: Foreclosure Specialist of Affinia Default Services, LLC 16000 Christensen Rd., Suite 310 Tukwila, WA 98188 (425) 800-4703 NPP0485548 To: DISPATCH (PIERCE) 06/10/2026, 07/01/2026 IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON (RCW 46.55.130) EATONVILLE TOWING #16157 WILL SELL TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER VEHICLES ON July 7, 2026 AT 12:00 p.m. PRIOR INSPECTION WILL BE FROM 8:00 a.m. UNTIL 11:00 a.m.

THE SALE LOCATION IS: 820 STATE ROUTE 161, EATONVILLE. For a list of vehicles call Eatonville Towing 360-8324524. Published in the Dispatch July 1, 2026 IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON (RCW 46.55.130), READY SET TOW #11850 WILL SELL ABANDONED VEHICLES TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER ON July 7, 2026. VIEWING STARTS AT 9:00 AM AND AUCTION STARTS AT 10:00 AM. FOR A LIST OF VEHICLES OR QUESTIONS CALL 253-290-8479. YOU MAY ALSO VISIT OUR FACEBOOK PAGE, READY SET TOW TACOMA, THE FRIDAY PRIOR, TO VIEW THE AUCTION LIST. THE SALE LOCATION IS: 2253 LINCOLN AVE TACOMA, WA 98421 Published in the Dispatch July 1, 2026 IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON (RCW 46.55.130), READY SET TOW #17124 WILL SELL ABANDONED VEHICLES TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER ON July 8, 2026. VIEWING STARTS AT 9:00 AM AND AUCTION STARTS AT 10:00 AM. FOR A LIST OF VEHICLES OR QUESTIONS CALL 360-870-6159. YOU MAY ALSO VISIT OUR FACEBOOK PAGE, READY SET TOW Olympia, THE FRIDAY PRIOR, TO VIEW THE AUCTION LIST. THE SALE LOCATION IS: 2747 Pacific Ave SE; Suite B17, Olympia WA 98501 Published in the Dispatch July 1, 2026 IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON (rcw46.55.130), GRAHAM TOWING #5124 WILL SELL ABANDONED VEHICLES TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER ON July 7, 2026 AT 11:00am. PRIOR INSPECTION WILL BE FROM 10:00am UNTIL 11:00am. THIS COMPANY CAN BE CONTACTED AT 253-262-2869.

FOR QUESTIONS REGARDING THE AUCTION. THE SALE IS LOCATION IS: 10015 213TH ST E GRAHAM, WA 98338 Published in the Dispatch July 1, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR PIERCE COUNTY ICON REAL ESTATE SERVICES, INC., a Washington professional service corporation; Plaintiff, v. NICOLE FECTEAU aka NICOLE WENTZ; Defendant. Case No. 26-209191-4 SUMMONS (60 days) The State of Washington to the said Defendant: NICOLE FECTEAU aka NICOLE WENTZ. IN THE NAME OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON: You are hereby required to appear and defend the Complaint filed against you in the above case within thirty days after the first date of publication of this summons, and if you fail to appear and defend, the Plaintiff will apply to the court for the relief demanded in the Complaint. The object of the Complaint is breach of contract. NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: READ THESE PAPERS CAREFULLY! You must “appear” in this case or the other side will win automatically. To “appear” you must file with the court a legal paper called a “motion” or “answer.” The “motion” or “answer” must be given to the court clerk or administrator within 30 days of the date of first publication specified herein along with the required filing fee.

It must be in proper form and have proof of service on the plaintiff’s attorney or, if the plaintiff does not have an attorney, proof of service on the plaintiff. If you have questions, you should see an attorney immediately. If you need help in finding an attorney, you may call the Washington State Bar’s Lawyer Referral Service toll free in Washington at (888)201-1014. DATED: June 25, 2026 HERSHNER HUNTER, LLP By /s/Nancy K. Cary Nancy K. Cary, WSB 32262 Of Attorneys for Plaintiff ncary@hershnerhunter.com P.O. Box 1475, Eugene, OR 97440 Telephone Number: (541) 686-8511 Published in the Dispatch July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 & August 5, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING IN RE

THE COMMUNITY ESTATE OF LEROY ARTHUR FINTON, Jr. and SONJA FINTON, Deceased Case No.: 26-4-035889 KNT PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Administrator named below has been appointed as Administrator 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 Administrator or the Administrator’s attorney 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 Administrator served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); 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 filing copy of notice to creditors: June 5, 2026 Date of first publication of notice to creditors: June 17, 2026 s/Robert A. Finton ROBERT A. FINTON Administrator for The Community Estate of LEROY ARTHUR FINTON Jr. and SONJA FINTON c/o Marine View Law 19655 1st Ave S., Suite 207 Normandy Park, WA 98148 s/Renee Roman Renee Roman, WSBA #17728 Attorney for ROBERT A. FINTON, Administrator Marine View Law 19655 1st AVE S, Suite 207 Normandy Park, WA 98148 Tel: (206) 212-6604 Published in the Dispatch June 17, 24 & July 1, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING In re the Estate of NANCY LEE BROCARD, Deceased.

No. 26-4-04510-8 SEA PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (11.40.030) The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative (PR) 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 PR or the PR’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. 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) (c); 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 June 17, 2026 SAYRE LAW OFFICES, PLLC By: Eric C. Nelsen, WSBA #31443 Attorneys for PR 1417 31st Ave South Seattle WA 98144-3909 (206) 625-0092 Norman G. Brocard Personal Representative c/o Sayre Law Offices, PLLC 1417 31st Ave South Seattle WA 98144-3909 (206) 625-0092 Published in the Dispatch June 17, 24 & July 1, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING IN RE: THE ESTATE OF JAMAL EUGENE BLYTHE Deceased. NO. 26-4-04424-1 KNT PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administrator named below has been appointed as administrator 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 administrator or the administrator’s attorney 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 administrator served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); 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 filing copy of notice to creditors: June 6, 2026 Date of first publication: June 17, 2026 /s/ Rozelia Marie Johnson ROZELIA MARIE JOHNSON Administrator for the Estate of JAMAL EUGENE BLYTHE c/o Marine View Law 19655 1st Ave. S., Suite 207 Normandy Park, WA 98148 Tel: (206) 212-6604 /s/ Renee Roman Renee Roman, WSBA #17728 Attorney for the Estate of JAMAL EUGENE BLYTHE Marine View Law 19655 1st Ave. S., Suite 207 Normandy Park, WA 98148 Tel: (206) 2126604 Published in the Dispatch June 17,

July 1, 2026 24 & July 1, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE CLASSIC VIEW ESTATES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, v. ELIZABETH M. Crocker (previously known as ELIZABETH M. TOWNSEND); JOHNATHAN CROCKER; UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES AND ASSIGNEES OF CAROLYN M. CROCKER, DECEASED; and ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN OR INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN, Defendants. CASE NO. 26-207169-7 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION (60 Days.) The State of Washington to the said Unknown Heirs, Devisees and Assignees of Carolyn M. Crocker, Deceased, All Other Persons or Parties Unknown Claiming Any Right, Title, Estate, Lien or Interest in the Real Property Described Herein, Defendants: You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty days after the date of the first publications of this summons, to wit, within sixty days after the 17th day of June, 2026, and defend the above entitled action in the above entitled court, and answer the complaint of the plaintiff Classic View Estates Homeowners Association, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorney for plaintiff Michael Fulbright, at his office below stated: and in case of your failure so to do, judgment will be rendered against you according to the demand of the complaint, which has been filed with the clerk of said courts. This action concerns the collection of amounts due plaintiff with respect to Lot 61 of Classic View Estates Phase I, including the foreclosure of plaintiff’s lien against the Lot, and compliance with the governing documents of plaintiff and the development. This action concerns collection of a debt. Any information obtained or provided will be used for that purpose. Plaintiff’s attorney is acting as a debt collector. LAW OFFICE OF MICHAEL FULBRIGHT /s/Michael Fulbright State Bar Number 11821 Law Office of Michael Fulbright 1420 NW Gilman Blvd, Suite 2 PMB9092 Issaquah, WA 98027 Tel: (425) 829-4579 Fax: None Email: mike@fulbrightlegal.com Attorney for Plaintiff Published in the Dispatch June 17, 24, July 1, 8, 15 & 22, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE In the Matter of the Estate of ROBERT L. BAXTER and LOIS E. BAXTER, Decedents. NO. 26-4-00675-2 NONPROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.42.030) The notice agent named below has elected to give notice to creditors of the abovenamed Decedents. As of the date of the filing of a copy of this notice with the Court, the notice agent has no knowledge of any other person acting as notice agent or of the appointment of a personal representative of either Decedent’s estate in the State of Washington.

According to the records of the Court as are available on the date of the filing of this notice with the Court, a cause number regarding either Decedent has not been issued to any other notice agent, and a personal representative of either Decedent’s estate has not been appointed. Any person having a claim against either Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner provided in RCW 11.42.070 by serving on or mailing to the notice agent or the notice agent’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the Court in which the notice agent’s declaration and oath were filed. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the notice agent served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.42.020(2)(c); 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 11.42.050 and 11.42.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedents’ probate and nonprobate assets. Date of First Publication: June 24, 2026 Date of Filing: June 12, 2026 SIGNED this 12th day of June, 2026 at Tacoma, WA. NOTICE AGENT: PAUL E. BAXTER 40506 Ski Park Rd Eatonville WA 98328 ATTORNEY FOR NOTICE AGENT: Martin Burns, WSBA #23412 3711 Center St. Tacoma, WA 98409 ADDRESS FOR MAILING OR SERVICE OF CLAIMS: Burns Law, PLLC c/o Martin Burns 3711 Center St. Tacoma, WA 98409 COURT IN WHICH NOTICE AGENT’S DECLARATION AND OATH WERE FILED: Pierce County Superior Court, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma, Washington 98402 The notice agent declares under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington on 12th day of June, 2026 at Tacoma, Washington, that the foregoing is true and correct. PAUL E. BAXTER Published in the Dispatch June 24, July 1 & 8, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE THE PIERCE COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, a Washington public corporation, Plain-

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tiff, vs. ALL KNOWN OR UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF THE ESTATE OF JEAN BALTASER BASY; MICHAEL HIGGEN, ALL KNOWN OR UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL HIGGEN and ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES KNOWN OR UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN, OR INTEREST IN 1621 E 57TH ST, TACOMA, WASHINGTON, 98404, Defendants. NO. 26-2-07271-5 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF WASHINGTON to: 1. ALL KNOWN OR UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF THE ESTATE OF JEAN BALTASER BASY; and 2.

ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES KNOWN OR UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN, OR INTEREST IN 1621 E 57TH ST, TACOMA, WASHINGTON, 98404 You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty (60) days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty (60) days after the 24th day of June 2026, and defend the above-entitled action in the above-entitled court, and answer the Complaint of the Plaintiff, THE PIERCE COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, a Washington public corporation, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for the Plaintiff, Eisenhower Carlson PLLC, by Darren R. Krattli and Hallie E. Bader, at the office address below stated; and in case of your failure to do so, judgment will be rendered against you according to the demand of the Complaint, which has been filed with the Clerk of said Court.

Plaintiff’s Complaint seeks to quiet title in certain real property commonly known as 1621 E 57th Street, Tacoma, Washington (Pierce County Tax Parcel No. 5345000140), and legally described as: LOTS 1 THROUGH 8, INCLUSIVE, IN BLOCK 8, OF LONDON AND LIVERPOOL, ADDITION TO TACOMA W.T., ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN VOLUME 2 OF PLATS AT PAGE 22, IN PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON SITUATE IN THE CITY OF TACOMA, COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON This Summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the State of Washington, RCW 4.28.100, and RCW 4.28.110. DATED this 12th day of June, 2026. EISENHOWER CARLSON PLLC By /s/ Darren R. Krattli Darren R. Krattli, WSBA # 39128 Hallie E. Bader, WSBA # 64074 909 A Street, Suite 600 Tacoma WA 98402 Telephone: (253) 572-4500 Facsimile: (253) 272-5732 E-Mail: dkrattli@eisenhowerlaw.com E-Mail: hbader@eisenhowerlaw.com Attorneys for Plaintiff The Pierce County Community Development Corporation Published in the Dispatch June 24, July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE OF PLAZA RTL TRUST, Plaintiff(s), vs. BXBT PROPERTIES LLC, BOB THONG; OCCUPANTS OF THE PROPERTY, Defendant(s). Cause No. 25-2-10547-0 SHERIFF’S PUBLIC NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY TO: BXBT PROPERTIES LLC, BOB THONG, Judgment Debtor(s).

The Superior Court of PIERCE County has directed the undersigned Sheriff of Pierce County to sell the property described below to satisfy a judgment in the above-entitled action. If developed, the property address is 6320 NE DASH PT BLVD, TACOMA, WA 98422. The sale of the above described property is to take place: Time: 10:00 A.M. Date: Friday, July 17, 2026 Place: 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma, WA 98402 2nd Floor Entry Plaza The judgment debtor can avoid the sale by paying the judgment amount of $1,338,213.09 together with interest, costs, and fees, before the sale date. For the exact amount, contact the Sheriff at the address stated below: Dated at Tacoma, Washington, May 29, 2026. KEITH SWANK SHERIFF OF PIERCE COUNTY. By: Christine A Eaves, Deputy Civil Section, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Room, 1B 203, Tacoma, Washington, 98402 (253) 7987520 See legal description below or reverse: LEGAL DESCRIPTION LOT 1 OF PIERCE COUNTY SHORT PLAT NO. 75-75, ACCORDING TO PLAT RECORDED APRIL 04, 1975 IN VOLUME 2 OF SHORT PLATS AT PAGE 38, WHICH IS A RE-RECORD OF PIERCE COUNTY SHORT PLAT NO. 74-50 RECORDED DECEMBER 11, 1974, IN PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON. EXCEPT THAT PORTION THEREOF DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 2, PIERCE COUNTY SHORT PLAT NO. 75-75 ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED APRIL 4, 1975 IN VOLUME 2 OF SHORT PLATS AT PAGE 38, WHICH IS A RE-RECORD OF PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON; THENCE SOUTH 88°59’00” WEST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT 2, 0.65 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 3°40’29” WEST, 96.34 FEET; THENCE NORTH 74°54’23” WEST, 88.72 FEET TO THE WEST LINE OF SAID SHORT PLAT NO. 75-75; THENCE SOUTH 0°03’39” WEST, ALONG SAID WEST

LINE, 120.89 FEET, TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 2; THENCE NORTH 88°59’00” EAST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT 2, 91.98 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; ALSO KNOWN AS PARCEL A OF BOUNDARY LINE ADJUSTMENT RECORDED ON DECEMBER 06, 2019 AS RECORDING NUMBER 201912065004 IN THE OFFICIAL RECORDS OF PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON PARCEL NO.: 0321165053 ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF: MCCARTHY & HOLTHUS, LLP, ATTORNEYS GRACE CHU, ATTORNEY 108 1ST AVE S, STE 400 SEATTLE, WA. 98104 (206) 596-4856 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR PIERCE COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of: ANITA ELISABETH GRIGGS, Deceased.

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26-4-01495-0 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) The Personal Representative named below has been appointed 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 personal representative’s attorney 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(3); 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 filing copy of notice to creditors: June 18, 2026 Date of first publication: June 24, 2026 DATED this 31st day of May, 2026. /s/ ROBERT S. GRIGGS Personal Representative BURNS LAW, PLLC 3711 Center Street Tacoma, Washington 98409 Telephone: (253) 507-5586 Published in the Dispatch June 24, July 1 & 8, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR PIERCE COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of: DAMON ALEXANDER GEYER, Deceased. NO. 264-01497-6 NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.020) The Administrator named below has been appointed and has qualified as Administrator of this estate. Persons having claims against the Deceased must, prior to the time such claims would be barred by an otherwise applicable statute of limitations, serve their claims on the attorney of record at the address stated below and file an executed copy of the claim with the Clerk of the Court within four (4) months after the date of first publication of this Notice or within four (4) months after the date of the filing of the copy of this Notice with the Clerk of the Court, whichever is later or, except under those provisions included in RCW 11.40.011, the claim will be forever barred. DATE OF FILING COPY OF NOTICE TO CREDITORS: June 18, 2026. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: June 24, 2026. DATED this 18th day of June, 2026. /s/ Joshua Wine, Administrator BURNS LAW, PLLC 3711 Center Street Tacoma, Washington 98409 Telephone: (253) 507-5586 Published in the Dispatch June 24, July 1 & 8, 2026 Notice of Elections The Washington Assembly, having been called into session, is hereby giving notice of our public elections held April 12th of 2026; a full list of the Elected, as well as the position and or Office of said Elected occupies , are available here as if set forth in full at: https://thewashingtonassembly.org/election-notices/ ; The men and women occupying an Office that interacts with the De Facto Government are listed therein. Published in the Dispatch June 3, 10, 17, 24 & July 1, 2026 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 187039 Grantor: GERARDO ORNELAS TORRES, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Current beneficiary of the deed of trust; Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC Current trustees of the deed of trust: Prime Recon LLC Current mortgage servicer of the deed of trust: Rocket Mortgage, LLC s/b/m Nationstar Mortgage LLC Reference number of the deed of trust: 202201070794 in Book xx, Page xx Parcel number(s): 500388-0230 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee will, on 07/31/2026, at the hour of 9:00 AM Pierce County Superior Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, in the City of Tacoma, State of Washington 98402, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Pierce, State of Washington, to-wit: LOT (S) 23, GOLDEN GLEN, DIVISION 2, A P.D.D., ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED UNDER PIERCE COUNTY RECORDING NO(S) 200704205002, RECORDS OF PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON.SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON. The postal

address of which is more commonly known as: 11701 9TH AVENUE CT E AKA 11701 EAST 9TH AVENUE COURT, Tacoma, WA 98445. which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated January 7, 2022, recorded January 7, 2022, under Auditor’s File No. 202201070794 in Book xx, Page xx, records of Pierce County, Washington, from GERARDO ORNELAS TORRES, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, as Grantor, to QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc, as designated nominee for HOME POINT FINANCIAL CORPORATION, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned, under an Assignment recorded 9/17/2025, under Auditor’s File No. 202509170500 of official records in the Office of the Auditor of Pierce County, Washington. 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 Trust. III. 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: $16,984.10; IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal Balance of $404,138.74, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured from 04/01/2025, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. V. The above-described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute, The sale will be made without warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances on 07/31/2026. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III must be cured by the 20th day of July, 2026 (11 days before the sale date), to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time on or before the 20th day of July, 2026 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III is/are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after the 20th day of July, 2026 (11 days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor, or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, 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 addresses: Current occupant 11701 E 9th Avenue Ct Tacoma, WA 98445 Gerardo Ornelas Torres 24015 Van Ry Blvd Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043 Gerardo Ornelas Torres 11701 E 9th Avenue Ct Tacoma, WA 98445 State of Washington Dept of Social and Health Services c/o Division of Child Support PO Box 11520 Tacoma, WA 98411 All unknown persons, parties, and occupants 11701 E 9th Avenue Ct Tacoma, WA 98445 Gerardo Ornelas Torres 11701 9th Avenue Ct E Tacoma, WA 98445 Golden Glen Division 2 Homeowners Association c/o Jeff Cridlebaugh 8509 Steilacoom Blvd SW Ste A Lakewood, WA 98498 by both firstclass and certified mail on the 8th day of January, 2026, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served on the 9th day of January, 2026, with said written notice of default or the written notice of default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose 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 the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantorof all their interest in the above-described property. IX. Anyone having any objection to the 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 for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. Prime Recon LLC 1330 N. Washington Street, Suite 3575 Spokane, WA 99201 Phone: (888) 725-4142 COMPLIANCE WITH RCW 61.24.031, RCW 61.24.040 AND RCW 61.24.163, IF APPLICABLE: For owner-occupied residential real property, before the Notice of Trustee’s Sale is recorded, transmitted, or served, the beneficiary has complied with RCW 61.24.031, RCW 61,24.040, and, if applicable, RCW 61.24.163. Prime Recon LLCDated: 3/9/26By: Carmen Robinson, Authorized Signer THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. You have only until 90 days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this Notice of Trustee’s Sale to be referred to mediation, It this is an Amended Notice of Trustee’s Sale providing a 45-day notice of the sale, medi-

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ation must be requested no later than 25 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this Amended Notice of Trustee’s Sale. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission. Telephone: 1-877-894-HOME (4663) Website: https://dfi.wa.gov/ homeownership/mortgage-assistanceprograms The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Telephone: 1-800-225-5342 Website: https://www.hud.gov/program_ offices/housing/sfh/fharesourcectr The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys. Telephone: 1-800-606-4819 Website: https:/nwjustice.org/get-legal-help X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS The purchaser at the trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property 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. Effective March 1, 2026, new federal regulations (89 Fed. Reg. 70.258) require specified information to be reported on non-financed title transfers of residential real property to covered entities and trusts.

In order to successfully bid on applicable properties, the successful bidder will be required to complete, sign, and certify a form providing specified information, including but not limited to the following: All Successful Bidders: Category: Information Required Beneficial Owners(s) : Full legal names of all individuals who exercise substantial control over the entity, date of birth, complete residential street address, citizenship, and unique identifying number (like tax ID no. or nonexpired passport no.) Legal Name: Full legal name of transferee Trade Name: Any trade name or “doing business as” name Principal Place of Business Tax Identification No.: Street address, city, state, zip code Federal EIN or applicable tax ID Entity Type Corporation, LLC, partnership, trust, etc. Additional Information Required for a Trust: Category: Information Required Trustee Information: Full legal name, date of birth, complete street address, citizenship, unique identifying number (like IRS TIN, nonexpired passport no.) Legal Name: Full name of trust agreement Date: Date trust agreement executed Revocability: Whether trust is revocable or irrevocable Trust Tax Identification No.: EIN or applicable Tax ID No. Authorized Signer(s): Names of individual(s) with authority to act on behalf of trust, date of birth, complete residential street address, unique dentification number (like IRS TIN or nonexpired passport), description of the capacity in which the individual is authorized to act Beneficiary List: Full legal names of all beneficiaries Beneficiary Information: Date of birth, residential address, tax identification no., ownership or beneficial interest details A-4868510 07/01/2026, 07/22/2026 PUBLICATION FOR: PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE JUVENILE DEPARTMENT THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO 1.

ANTONIA FRANCISCA HERNANDEZBENNETT, mother of DAMIAN KING HERNANDEZ; DOB: 11/30/2025; Cause No. 26-7-00303-7; A Dependency Petition was filed 4/22/26; An Amended Petition filed 4/30/26. 2. JOHN DOE, unknown biological father of DAMIAN KING HERNANDEZ; DOB: 11/30/2025; Cause No. 26-7-00303-7; A Dependency Petition was filed 4/22/26; An Amended Petition filed 4/30/26. 3. LAKEYSHA HIGHTOWER, mother of KEON ROBINSON; DOB: 3/10/2013; Cause No. 26-7-00320-7; A Dependency Petition was filed 4/29/26. 4. JOHN DOE, unknown biological father of KEON ROBINSON; DOB: 3/10/2013; Cause No. 267-00320-7; A Dependency Petition was filed 4/29/26. AND TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: A Fact Finding Hearing will be held on this matter on: July 21, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. at Pierce County Family and Juvenile Court, 5501 6th Avenue, Tacoma WA 98406. You are summoned to appear at the hearing on the date, time, and place set forth above. The court expects you to appear in person unless there are extenuating circumstances that prevent you from being able to do so. If appearing by zoom please use the below information and expect the court to inquire about the reasons for your appearance by zoom. Participate in this hearing by video at https://zoom.

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us/join or telephone at (253) 215-8782 using Zoom Meeting ID 921 9561 1785, Passcode 444705. YOU SHOULD BE PRESENT AT THIS HEARING. THE HEARING WILL DETERMINE IF YOUR CHILD IS DEPENDENT AS DEFINED IN RCW 13.34.030(6). THIS BEGINS A JUDICIAL PROCESS WHICH COULD RESULT IN PERMANENT LOSS OF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS. IF YOU DO NOT APPEAR AT THE HEARING THE COURT MAY ENTER A DEPENDENCY ORDER IN YOUR ABSENCE. To request a copy of the Notice, Summons, and Dependency Petition, calls DCYF at 1-800-423-6246. To view information about your rights in this proceeding, go to www.atg.wa.gov/DPY.aspx.

Published in the Dispatch June 17, 24 & July 1, 2026 PUBLICATION FOR: PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE JUVENILE DEPARTMENT THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO 1. JHON DELAINE THORNOCK, father of LEILANI THORNOCK; DOB: 6/18/2024; Cause No. 26-7-00188-3; A Dependency Petition was filed 3/13/26.

2. CHRISTOPHER JOHN LEAVENS, alleged father of TRISTEN ZAIDEN SUTTER; DOB: 10/12/2020; Cause No. 257-00960-6; A Dependency Petition was filed 11/7/25; An Amended Dependency Petition was filed 11/18/25; A Second Amended Dependency Petition was filed 3/27/26.

AND TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: A Fact Finding Hearing will be held on this matter on: August 4, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at Pierce County Family and Juvenile Court, 5501 6th Avenue, Tacoma WA 98406.

You are summoned to appear at the hearing on the date, time, and place set forth above. The court expects you to appear in person unless there are extenuating circumstances that prevent you from being able to do so. If appearing by zoom participate at https://zoom. us/join or call 253-215-8782 using Zoom Meeting ID 921 9561 1785, Passcode 444705. YOU SHOULD BE PRESENT AT THIS HEARING. THE HEARING WILL DETERMINE IF YOUR CHILD IS DEPENDENT AS DEFINED IN RCW 13.34.030(6). THIS BEGINS A JUDICIAL PROCESS WHICH COULD RESULT IN PERMANENT LOSS OF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS. IF YOU DO NOT APPEAR AT THE HEARING THE COURT MAY ENTER A DEPENDENCY ORDER IN YOUR ABSENCE. To request a copy of the Notice, Summons, and Dependency Petition, call DCYF at 1-800-423-6246. To view information about your rights in this proceeding, go to www.atg.wa.gov/DPY. aspx. Published in the Dispatch July 1, 8 & 15, 2026 PUBLICATION FOR: PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE JUVENILE DEPARTMENT THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO 1. JOHN DOE, unknown biological father of BABY GIRL GARCIA AKA LILY GARCIA; DOB: 12/23/2025; Cause No. 26-7-00201-4; A Dependency Petition was filed 3/19/26 AND TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: A Fact Finding Hearing will be held on this matter on: July 28, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Pierce County Family and Juvenile Court, 5501 6th Avenue, Tacoma WA 98406.

You are summoned to appear at the hearing on the date, time, and place set forth above. The court expects you to appear in person unless there are extenuating circumstances that prevent you from being able to do so. If appearing by zoom participate at https://zoom. us/join or call 253-215-8782 using Zoom Meeting ID 921 9561 1785, Passcode 444705. YOU SHOULD BE PRESENT AT THIS HEARING. THE HEARING WILL DETERMINE IF YOUR CHILD IS DEPENDENT AS DEFINED IN RCW 13.34.030(6). THIS BEGINS A JUDICIAL PROCESS WHICH COULD RESULT IN PERMANENT LOSS OF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS. IF YOU DO NOT APPEAR AT THE HEARING THE COURT MAY ENTER A DEPENDENCY ORDER IN YOUR ABSENCE. To request a copy of the Notice, Summons, and Dependency Petition, call DCYF at 1-800-423-6246. To view information about your rights in this proceeding, go to www.atg.wa.gov/DPY. aspx. Published in the Dispatch June 24, July 1 & 8, 2026 PUBLICATION FOR: PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE JUVENILE DEPARTMENT THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO 1.

JOHN DOE, unknown biological father of KINGSTON ISAIAH KLINDWORTH; DOB: 9/5/2018; Cause No. 26-7-001514; A Dependency Petition was filed 3/3/2026 AND TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: A Fact Finding Hearing will be held on this matter on: July 21, 2026, at 1:30p.m. at Pierce County Family and Juvenile Court, 5501 6th Avenue, Tacoma WA 98406. You are summoned to appear at the hearing on the date, time, and place set forth above. The court expects you to appear in person unless there are extenuating circumstances that

prevent you from being able to do so. If appearing by zoom participate at https:// zoom.us/join or call 253-215-8782 using Zoom Meeting ID 921 9561 1785, Passcode 444705. YOU SHOULD BE PRESENT AT THIS HEARING. THE HEARING WILL DETERMINE IF YOUR CHILD IS DEPENDENT AS DEFINED IN RCW 13.34.030(6). THIS BEGINS A JUDICIAL PROCESS WHICH COULD RESULT IN PERMANENT LOSS OF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS. IF YOU DO NOT APPEAR AT THE HEARING THE COURT MAY ENTER A DEPENDENCY ORDER IN YOUR ABSENCE. To request a copy of the Notice, Summons, and Dependency Petition, call DCYF at 1-800-423-6246. To view information about your rights in this proceeding, go to www.atg.wa.gov/DPY.aspx.

Published in the Dispatch June 17, 24 & July 1, 2026 PUBLICATION FOR: PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE JUVENILE DEPARTMENT THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO 1. PRE’ANN NASHAY KINCHEN, mother of AMARA DE’VINE ESSENCE PITTMAN; DOB: 3/21/2026; Cause No. 267-00257-0; A Dependency Petition was filed 4/10/2026 2. TREMAINE PITTMAN, father of AMARA DE’VIN ESSENCE PITTMAN; DOB: 3/21/2026; Cause No. 26-7-002570; A Dependency Petition was filed 4/10/2026 3. JOHN DOE unknown biological father of AMARA DE’VIN ESSENCE PITTMAN; DOB: 3/21/2026; Cause No. 267-00257-0; A Dependency Petition was filed 4/10/2026 4. PRE’ANN NASHAY KINCHEN, mother of JULIET LE’LOVE SCOTT CRONN; DOB: 4/18/2024; Cause No. 26-7-00258-8; A Dependency Petition was filed 4/10/2026 5. JOHN DOE, unknown biological father of JULIET LE’LOVE SCOTT CRONN; DOB: 4/18/2024; Cause No. 26-7-00258-8; A Dependency Petition was filed 4/10/2026 AND TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: A Fact Finding Hearing will be held on this matter on: July 28, 2026, at 1:30p.m. at Pierce County Family and Juvenile Court, 5501 6th Avenue, Tacoma WA 98406.

You are summoned to appear at the hearing on the date, time, and place set forth above. The court expects you to appear in person unless there are extenuating circumstances that prevent you from being able to do so. If appearing by zoom participate at https://zoom. us/join or call 253-215-8782 using Zoom Meeting ID 921 9561 1785, Passcode 444705. YOU SHOULD BE PRESENT AT THIS HEARING. THE HEARING WILL DETERMINE IF YOUR CHILD IS DEPENDENT AS DEFINED IN RCW 13.34.030(6). THIS BEGINS A JUDICIAL PROCESS WHICH COULD RESULT IN PERMANENT LOSS OF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS. IF YOU DO NOT APPEAR AT THE HEARING THE COURT MAY ENTER A DEPENDENCY ORDER IN YOUR ABSENCE. To request a copy of the Notice, Summons, and Dependency Petition, call DCYF at 1-800-423-6246. To view information about your rights in this proceeding, go to www.atg.wa.gov/DPY. aspx. Published in the Dispatch June 24, July 1 & 8, 2026 PUBLICATION FOR: PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE JUVENILE DEPARTMENT THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO: 1. CELIANA VILLE DECIUS, mother of KAYANI VILLE BLAKE DOB: 2/26/2022; Cause No. 26-7-00047-0; A Termination Petition was filed 1/27/2026.

AND TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: A Fact Finding hearing will be held on this matter on: August 4, 2026 at 8:45 a.m. at Pierce County Family and Juvenile Court, 5501 6th Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98406.

You are summoned to appear at the hearing on the date, time, and place set forth above.

The court expects you to appear in person unless there are extenuating circumstances that prevent you from being able to do so. If appearing by zoom participate at https://zoom.us/join or telephone at 253-215-8782 using Zoom Meeting ID 983 8387 6659, Passcode 256739. YOU SHOULD BE PRESENT AT THIS HEARING. THE HEARING WILL DETERMINE IF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS TO YOUR CHILD ARE TERMINATED. IF YOU DO NOT APPEAR AT THE HEARING, THE COURT MAY ENTER AN ORDER IN YOUR ABSENCE TERMINATING YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS. To request a copy of the Notice and Summons and Termination Petition, call DCYF at 1-800-423-6246. To view information about your rights in this proceeding, go to www.atg.wa.gov/TRM.aspx. Published in the Dispatch July 1, 8 & 15, 2026 PUBLICATION FOR: PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE JUVENILE DEPARTMENT THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO: 1. JOHN DOE, unknown biological fa-

ther of NEDAHILA DOUDNEY; DOB: 6/16/2017; Cause No. 26-7-00363-1; A Guardianship Petition was filed 5/19/26.

2. BROOKLYNN CLOVSKY, mother of SAJ’VONTAE MONNELL CLOVSKY; DOB: 6/8/2022; Cause No. 26-7-001701; A Guardianship Petition was filed 3/6/2026.

AND TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: You are hereby notified that a Petition for Guardianship has been filed alleging your child to be dependent and asking that an order be issued declaring that guardianship be established with respect to your child and that any parental rights be limited pursuant to RCW 13.34.230.

You have important legal rights and you must take steps to protect your interests.

In order to defend your parental rights, you have a right to a fact finding hearing before a judge, therefore, you are summoned to appear at a court hearing at 8:45 a.m. on: July 28, 2026 at the Pierce County Family and Juvenile Court, 5501 6th Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98406. You are summoned to appear at the hearing on the date, time, and place set forth above. The court expects you to appear in person unless there are extenuating circumstances that prevent you from being able to do so. If appearing by zoom participate at https://zoom.us/join or call 253-215-8782 using Zoom Meeting ID 983 8387 6659, Passcode 256739.

YOU SHOULD BE PRESENT AT THIS HEARING. Published in the Dispatch June 24, July 1 & 8, 2026 PUBLICATION FOR: PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE JUVENILE DEPARTMENT THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO: 1. RACHEL ELIZABETH ANN NOEL, mother of NOAH CHARLES SNAVLEY; DOB: 3/23/2016; Cause No. 267-00113-1; A Guardianship Petition was filed 2/18/26, An Amended Guardianship Petition was filed 6/9/2026.

AND TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: You are hereby notified that a Petition for Guardianship has been filed alleging your child to be dependent and asking that an order be issued declaring that guardianship be established with respect to your child and that any parental rights be limited pursuant to RCW 13.34.230.

You have important legal rights and you must take steps to protect your interests.

In order to defend your parental rights, you have a right to a fact finding hearing before a judge, therefore, you are summoned to appear at a court hearing at 8:45 a.m. on: August 4, 2026 at the Pierce County Family and Juvenile Court, 5501 6th Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98406. You are summoned to appear at the hearing on the date, time, and place set forth above. The court expects you to appear in person unless there are extenuating circumstances that prevent you from being able to do so. If appearing by zoom participate at https://zoom. us/join or call 253-215-8782 using Zoom Meeting ID 983 8387 6659, Passcode 256739. YOU SHOULD BE PRESENT AT THIS HEARING. Published in the Dispatch July 1, 8 & 15, 2026 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION King County Superior Court No. 25-231901-6 SEA IN THE SUPERIOR COURT of the State of Washington in and for the County of King.

Boeing Employees’ Credit Union, Plaintiff, v. Denise P Scales and John/Jane Doe Scales, and the marital community comprised thereof, Defendants. No. 252-31901-6 SEA. Summons by publication.

The State of Washington to Denise P Scales and John/Jane Doe Scales, and the marital community comprised thereof: Each of you is hereby summoned to appear within sixty days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty days after May 27, 2026, and defend this action in the above-entitled court. You are to answer the complaint of the plaintiff and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorney for plaintiff, at the office below stated. In case of your failure to do so, judgment will be rendered against you according to the demands of the complaint, which has been filed with the Clerk of the Court.

The object of this action is a money judgment for a VISA account with Boeing Employees’ Credit Union under account number xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-9963.

Dated this 21st day of May, 2026. BOEING EMPLOYEES’ CREDIT UNION.

By PETER LEUNG, WSBA No. 43695, BECU Legal Recovery, PO BOX 97050, MS 1049-2, Seattle, WA 98124. Telephone: (206) 805-5630. Date of first publication in The Dispatch, May 27, 2026. Published in the Dispatch May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 24 & July 1, 2026 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION Pierce County Superior Court No. 25-2-10411-2 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT of the State of Washington in and for the County of Pierce.

Boeing Employees’ Credit Union, Plaintiff, v. Steven R Edens-Vanzandt Jr and John/Jane Doe Edens-Vanzandt, and the marital community comprised thereof, Defendants. No. 25-2-10411-2.

Summons by publication.

The State of Washington to Steven R

Edens-Vanzandt Jr and John/Jane Doe Edens-Vanzandt, and the marital community comprised thereof: Each of you is hereby summoned to appear within sixty days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty days after May 27, 2026, and defend this action in the above-entitled court. You are to answer the complaint of the plaintiff and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorney for plaintiff, at the office below stated. In case of your failure to do so, judgment will be rendered against you according to the demands of the complaint, which has been filed with the Clerk of the Court.

The object of this action is a money judgment for an auto loan account with Boeing Employees’ Credit Union under account number xxxxxx2314.

Dated this 21st day of May, 2026. BOEING EMPLOYEES’ CREDIT UNION.

By PETER LEUNG, WSBA No. 43695, BECU Legal Recovery, PO BOX 97050, MS 1049-2, Seattle, WA 98124. Telephone: (206) 805-5630. Date of first publication in The Dispatch, May 27, 2026.

Published in the Dispatch May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 24 & July 1, 2026 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF PIERCE Case No. 26-2-06641-3 CHANTECLAIRE, LLC, a Washington limited liability company, Plaintiff, vs.

SHERRIE A. COLBERT; DAVID M. COLBERT; JAMES I. RAYGOR; TAMI M. RAYGOR; STAN L. BOURGAULT; JULIA D. LUNDBLAD, and any and all UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, to all other persons or parties unknown claiming any right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real estate described in the complaint herein: You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty days after the 10th day of June, 2026, and defend the above-entitled action in the above-entitled court, and answer the complaint of Plaintiff Chanteclaire, LLC, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorney for Plaintiff at the office address stated below. In case of your failure to do so, judgment will be rendered against you according to the demand of the complaint, which has been filed with the clerk of the court. The object of this action is to reform the deeds in the chain of title to, and to quiet title in Plaintiff Chanteclaire, LLC to, two parcels of real property in Pierce County, Washington, commonly known as 1538 S. Wilton Road, Tacoma, Washington 98465 (Assessor’s Parcel No. 0220044113) and 1507 S. Wilton Road, Tacoma, Washington 98465 (Assessor’s Parcel No. 0220044502), free of any right, title, estate, lien, or interest claimed by you.

DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: June 10, 2026.

The name and office address of the attorney for Plaintiff is Joshua F. Gonzales, Fidelity National Law Group, 601 Union Street, Suite 3225, Seattle, Washington 98101.

Published in the Dispatch June 10, 17, 24, July 1, 8 & 15, 2026 Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce In re: Petitioner/s (person/s who started this case): Gabriel Bernal/Gabriela Bernal And Respondent/s (other party/parties): John Doe No. 26-4-01321-0 Summons Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To: John Doe I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: MINOR GUARDIANSHIP PETITION You must respond in writing if you want the court to consider your side. Deadline!

Your Response must be filed and served within 60 days of the date this Summons is published: June 3, 2026. If you do not file and serve your Response or a Notice of Appearance by the deadline: • No one has to notify you about other hearings in this case, and • The court may approve the requests in the Petition without hearing your side (called a default Judgment). Follow these steps: 1. Read the Petition and any other documents that were filed at court with this Summons. Those documents explain what the other party is asking for. 2.

Fill out a Response on this form (check the Response that matches the Petition): [x] Other (specify) Objection Form GDN M 301 You can get the Response form and other forms you may need at: • The Washington State Courts’ website: www.courts. wa.gov/forms • Washington LawHelp: www.washingtonlawhelp.org, or • The Superior Court Clerk’s office or county law library (for a fee). 3. Serve (give) a copy of your Response to the person who filed this Summons at the address below, and to any other parties. You may use certified mail with return receipt requested. For more information on how to serve, read Superior Court Civil Rule 5. 4. File your original Response with the court clerk at this address: Superior Court Clerk, Pierce 930 Tacoma Ave. S. Tacoma, WA 98402 5. Lawyer not required: It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your Response without one. Person filing this Summons or his/her lawyer fills out below: /s/ Lionel Bernal Date 5/26/26 I agree to accept legal papers for this case at: [x] the following address (this does not have to be your home address): 506 182nd St. E, Spanaway, WA 98387 (If this address changes before the case ends, you must notify all parties and the court

in writing. You may use the Notice of Address Change form (FL All Family 120).

You must also update your Confidential Information Form (FL All Family 001) if this case involves parentage or child support.) Note: You and the other party/ ies may agree to accept legal papers by email under Superior Court Civil Rule 5 and local court rules. This Summons is issued according to Rule 4.1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington. Published in the Dispatch June 3, 10, 17, 24, July 1 & 8, 2026 Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce In the Guardianship of: Demarius Ferrell Williamson, Respondent/ minor child No. 26-4-01138-1 Summons (SM) Use this form with Notice of Hearing About a Minor Guardianship Petition (GDN M 101) and Minor Guardianship Petition (GDN M 102).

Summons To: The parents, child, and person with court-ordered custody: 1. The Petitioner has started a case asking for guardianship of the above-named children under RCW 11.130. 185. If the Minor Guardianship Petition is approved, the rights of the parents or legal custodians could be substantially restricted.

2. You must respond to this Summons and Petition by serving a copy of your written response on the person signing this Summons, any other party, and by filing the original response with the Clerk of the Court.

If you do not serve your written response within 20 days after the date this Summons was served on you (or 60 days if you are served outside of the state of Washington or in a jail, detention, or prison facility), exclusive of the day of service, the court may enter an order of default against you and the court may, without further notice to you, enter an order and approve or provide for the relief requested in the Petition.

If the Petition has not been filed, you may demand that the Petitioner file this lawsuit with the court. If you do so, the demand must be in writing and must be served upon the person signing this Summons.

Within 14 days after you serve the demand, the Petitioner must file this lawsuit with the court, or the service on you of this Summons and Petition will be void.

3. If you wish to seek the advice of a lawyer in this matter, you should do so promptly so that your written response, if any, may be served on time.

4. This Summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the State of Washington.

Important! Read the Notice of Hearing for information about your rights and how to respond.

Dated: 4-23-2026 Signature of Petitioner or Lawyer/WSBA No. /s/ Rene Williams Print or Type Name Rene Williams File original of your response with the clerk of the court at: Pierce County Superior Court 930 Tacoma Ave. S, Rm 110 Tacoma, WA 98402 Serve a copy of your response on: [x] Petitioner (You may list an address that is not your residential address where you agree to accept legal documents.) Rene Williams 1637 Index Avenue SE Renton, WA 98058 Published in the Dispatch June 17, 24, July 1, 8, 15 & 22, 2026 TS No WA09000130-25-1 TO No 250665369-WA-MSI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Grantor: SYLVESTER C JENKINS, A MARRIED PERSON AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE ESTATE Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC Original Trustee of the Deed of Trust: TICOR TITLE Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Current Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: M&T Bank Reference Number of the Deed of Trust: Instrument No. 202306300592 Parcel Number: 3381000021 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on July 10, 2026, 10:00 AM, at the Second Floor Entry Plaza Outside Pierce County Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Ave South, Tacoma, WA, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, the undersigned Trustee, will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable, in the form of cash, or cashier’s check or certified checks from federally or State chartered banks, at the time of sale the following described real property, situated in the County of Pierce, State of Washington, to-wit: LOT 2, DA-LYNN ESTATES, ACCORDING TO PLAT RECORDED UNDER RECORDING NO. 8605060295, RECORDS OF PIERCE, WASHINGTON. SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON APN: 3381000021 More commonly known as 18411 2ND AVENUE CT E, SPANAWAY, WA 98387-4904 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated June 28, 2023, executed by SYLVESTER C JENKINS, A MARRIED PERSON AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE ESTATE as Trustor(s), to secure obligations in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., as designated nominee for FAIRWAY INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, recorded June 30, 2023 as Instrument No. 202306300592 and the beneficial interest was assigned to LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC and recorded August 5, 2025 as Instrument Number 202508050038 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Pierce County, Washington. II. No action

July 1, 2026

commenced by Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC, the current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrowers’ or Grantors’ default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/Mortgage. III. 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: DELINQUENT PAYMENT INFORMATION From May 1, 2025 To February 27, 2026 Total Monthly Payment $36,381.14 Total $36,381.14 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION May 1, 2025 February 27, 2026 $1,076.04 PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: June 28, 2023 Note Amount $468,000.00 Interest Paid To: April 1, 2025 Next Due Date: May 1, 2025 Current Beneficiary: Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC Contact Phone No: 800-724-2224 Address: 1 Fountain Plaza, Buffalo, NY 14203 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $459,252.56, together with interest as provided in the Note or other instrument secured, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. V. The above described real property 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, possession or encumbrances on July 10, 2026. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by June 29, 2026, (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 June 29, 2026 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Trustees’ 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 June 29, 2026 (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 entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, 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 current Beneficiary, Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): ADDRESS SYLVESTER C JENKINS 18411 2ND AVENUE CT E, SPANAWAY, WA 98387-4904 SYLVESTER C JENKINS 3637 E 6TH AVE, DENVER, CO 80206 OCCUPANT 18411 2ND AVENUE CT E, SPANAWAY, WA 98387-4904 BEVERLEY REDDICK-JENKINS 18411 2ND AVENUE CT E, SPANAWAY, WA 983874904 UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF SYLVESTER C JENKINS 18411 2ND AVENUE CT E, SPANAWAY, WA 98387-4904 by both first class and certified mail on January 14, 2026, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served with said written Notice of Default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place January 15, 2026 on the real property described in Paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose 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 the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above described property. 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 for invalidating the Trustees’ Sale. X. Notice to Occupants or Tenants. The purchaser at the Trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property 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. Notice to Borrower(s) who received a letter under RCW 61.24.031: THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. Mediation MUST be requested between the time you receive the Notice of Default and no later than 90 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in the Notice of Trustee Sale.

If an amended Notice of Trustee Sale is recorded providing a 45-day notice of the sale, mediation must be requested no later than 25 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in the amended Notice of Trustee Sale. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you might eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and op-

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portunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Washington State Housing Finance Commission: Toll-free: 1-877-894-HOME (1-877-894-4663) Website: https://www. homeownership-wa.org/ The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Toll-free: 1-800-569-4287 Website: https://answers.hud.gov/ housingcounseling/s/?language=en_US The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Toll-free: 1-800-606-4819 Website: https://nwjustice.org/home Effective March 1, 2026, new federal regulations (89 Fed. Reg. 70.258) will impact residential real property (1-4 residential units) title transfers to covered entities trusts, with reporting requirements unless exempt. https://www. federalregister.gov/documents/2024/08/29/2024-19198/anti-money-laundering-regulations-for-residentialreal-estate-transfers Dated: February 27, 2026 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as Duly Appointed Successor Trustee By: Alan Burton, Vice President MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps 606 W. Gowe Street Kent, WA 98032 Toll Free Number: (844) 367-8456 TDD: 711 949.252.8300 For Reinstatement/Pay Off Quotes, contact MTC Financial Inc. DBA Trustee Corps Order Number 123276, Pub Dates: 06/10/2026, 07/01/2026, EATONVILLE DISPATCH CITY OF PUYALLUP – NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS 31st Ave SE Overlay Project (STS03-026, QuestCDN #10245520) Bids Due: Thursday, July 9th, 2026 at 2:30 PM PST Scope: The project consists of replacing the existing roadway wearing surface with a 3-inch lift of CL ½” PG 58V-22 fiber reinforced hot mix asphalt (HMA). Grind/ overlay as shown in the plans. Manholes and Monuments will need to be lowered and protected during construction then raised to finished grade upon completion of wear course. Existing roadway markings will need to be replaced with Type A Hot Applied Thermoplastic. All work will be required to be completed at night with the exception of raising utility hardware and permanent pavement markings.

Notes: For information on obtaining bid documents, visit the City of Puyallup’s Notice to Contractors website at: http://www. cityofpuyallup.org/bids.aspx Owner: City of Puyallup, 333 South Meridian, Fourth Floor, Puyallup WA 98371 Contact: Scott Hill, Streets Division Supervisor, Shill@PuyallupWA.gov, 253841-5409 Dates of Publication: June 24, 2026 & July 1, 2026 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Information The City of Puyallup in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), commits to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability, in all of its programs activities. This material can be made available in an alternate format by emailing Dan Vessels, Jr. at DVessels@PuyallupWA.gov or by calling (253) 435-3641.

Title VI The City of Puyallup in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,78 Stat. 252,42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation, Subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, nondiscrimination in federally-assisted programs of the Department of Transportation issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises as defined at 49 CFR Part 26 will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or sex in consideration for an award. Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch June 24 & July 1, 2026 CITY OF PUYALLUP – NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Puyallup Skate Park (PK-002, QuestCDN #10253614) Bids Due: Thursday, July 9th, 2026 at 2:00 PM PST Scope: This project includes demolishing and waste haul of the existing skate ramps and other features at the Puyallup Skate Park and replacing them with new concrete ramps and railings. The construction also includes the upgrade of an adjacent non-compliant ADA ramp located within 4th St NW. Notes: For information on obtaining bid documents, visit the City of Puyallup’s Notice to Contractors website at: http://www. cityofpuyallup.org/bids.aspx Owner: City of Puyallup, 333 South Meridian, Fourth Floor, Puyallup WA 98371 Contact: Anthony Hulse, P.E., Civil Engineer, 253-841-5553, ahulse@puyallupwa.gov Dates of Publication: June 24, 2026 & July 1, 2026 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Information The City of Puyallup in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), commits to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability, in all of its programs activities. This material can be made available in an alternate for-

mat by emailing Dan Vessels, Jr. at DVessels@PuyallupWA.gov or by calling (253) 435-3641.

Title VI The City of Puyallup in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,78 Stat. 252,42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation, Subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, nondiscrimination in federally-assisted programs of the Department of Transportation issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises as defined at 49 CFR Part 26 will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or sex in consideration for an award.

Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch June 24 & July 1, 2026 IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON (RCW 46.55.130), BURNS TOWING #5143 WILL SELL TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER THE FOLLOWING VEHICLES ON 07/07/26 AT 11:00 am. PRIOR INSPECTION WILL BE FROM 8:00 am UNTIL 11:00 am. THIS COMPANY CAN BE CONTACTED AT 253-472-4496 FOR QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS AUCTION. THE SALE LOCATION IS: 7401 McKinley Ave E Tacoma Published In the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch July 1, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE In re the Estate of: RICHARD SCOTT LYLE HAWKSHAW, Deceased. NO. 26-4-01466-6 NOTICE TO CREDITORS The person named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time such claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below, a copy of the claim and filing of the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed this notice to the creditor as provided by RCW 11.40.010(1) (c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of this notice. If the claim is not presented within this time, then the claim is forever barred, except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate assets and non-probate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: June 17, 2026 PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: /s/ Louise Hawkshaw MCCARTHY LAW OFFICE, PLLC By /s/ Conor E. McCarthy WSBA No 35497 1109 Tacoma Ave. South Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone:253-484-0142 Fax: 253-572-8957 conor@conormccarthylaw.com Attorney for Personal Representative Address for Mailing or Service: 1109 Tacoma Ave. South Tacoma, WA 98402 McCarthy Law Office, PLLC 1109 Tacoma Ave. South Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone: 253-484-0142 Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch June 17, 24 & July 1, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE In re the Estate of: ROBERT LEWIS WILKER, Deceased. NO. 26-4-01081-4 NOTICE TO CREDITORS The person named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time such claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal Representative’s attorney at the address stated below, a copy of the claim and filing of the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed this notice to the creditor as provided by RCW 11.40.010(1) (c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of this notice. If the claim is not presented within this time, then the claim is forever barred, except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate assets and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: June 17, 2026 PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: /s/ Kelsey Okerson MCCARTHY LAW OFFICE, PLLC By /s/ Conor E. McCarthy WSBA No 35497 1109 Tacoma Ave. South Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone:253-484-0142 Fax: 253-572-8957 conor@conormccarthylaw.com Attorney for Personal Representative Address for Mailing or Service: 1109 Tacoma Ave. South Tacoma, WA 98402 Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch June 17, 24 & July 1, 2026 NOTICE OF DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE The City of Puyallup, as lead agency on the following described project, has issued a Determination of Non-Significance (DNS) under the State Environmental Policy Act Rules (Chapter 197-11 WAC) for the following project:

Permit #PLSSP20260021 Applicant: Denis Bouza – Larson and Associates Location: 2310 Inter Ave, Puyallup, WA 98372 Staff Contact: Nabila Comstock, Associate Planner, 2537703361, NComstock@ PuyallupWA.gov Request: Standalone SEPA for construction of a 3,200 square foot building warehouse addition to an already developed commercial site for secure covered storage. Project includes associated parking, access, and utility extensions.

SEPA Status: SEPA Determination Issued After review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file, the City of Puyallup has determined this proposal will not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. To obtain copies of the DNS, please visit https://permits.puyallupwa. gov/portal/ , select ‘Application Search’ from the ‘Planning Division’ section to navigate to the Planning Division Permit Application Search page. Enter the permit #PLSSP20260021 into the search field and select the permit number from the search list to navigate to the permit status page for this permit. Scroll to the bottom of the page to view a list of all documents associated with the permit file, including the SEPA DNS. Comments Consistent with WAC 197-11-355, the Lead Agency issued a Notice of Application on March 11, 2026, with a single integrated comment period to obtain comments on the notice of application and the likely threshold determination for the proposal. Therefore, consistent with the ‘optional DNS process’ outlined in WAC 197-11-355, there is no comment period for the subject DNS. Appeals Consistent with WAC 197-11-545 regarding commenting parties and agencies, an appeal of the subject DNS may be filed via a written request with the SEPA Responsible Official by applicable parties and agencies within 10 days of the issuance of this DNS, or by 3:00 pm on July 13, 2026.

Please call the case planner listed above prior to submission of an appeal to make arrangements for submittal of the appeal documents.

Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch July 1, 2026 Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce In re the guardianship of: Ayvianni Brewer Petitioner/s (person/s who started this case): Jose & Robin Ozuna And Respondent/s (other party/parties): John Doe No. 26-4-01194-2 Summons Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To (other party’s name/s): John Doe I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: Petition for Minor Guardianship You must respond in writing if you want the court to consider your side. Deadline!

Your Response must be filed and served within 60 days of the date this Summons is published: June 17, 2026. If you do not file and serve your Response or a Notice of Appearance by the deadline: • No one has to notify you about other hearings in this case, and • The court may approve the requests in the Petition without hearing your side (called a default judgment). Follow these steps: 1. Read the Petition and any other documents that were filed at court with this Summons. Those documents explain what the other party is asking for.

2. Fill out a Response on this form (check the Response that matches the Petition): [x] Other: GDN M301 Objection to Minor Guardianship You can get the Response form and other forms you may need at: • The Washington State Courts’ website: www.courts.wa.gov/forms • Washington LawHelp: www.washingtonlawhelp.org, or • The Superior Court Clerk’s office or county law library (for a fee). 3. Serve (give) a copy of your Response to the person who filed this Summons at the address below, and to any other parties. You may use certified mail with return receipt requested. For more information on how to serve, read Superior Court Civil Rule 5. 4. File your original Response with the court clerk at this address: Superior Court Clerk, Pierce County PIERCE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT 930 TACOMA AVE SOUTH TACOMA, WA 98402 5. Lawyer not required: It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your Response without one. Person filing this Summons or his/her lawyer fills out below: /s/ Robin Ozuna Date 5/12/26 I agree to accept legal papers for this case at (check one): [x] the following address (this does not have to be your home address): 12908 3rd Ave. Ct. E. Tacoma, WA 98445 (If this address changes before the case ends, you must notify all parties and the court in writing. You may use the Notice of Address Change form (FL All Family 120). You must also update your Confidential information Form (FL All Family 001) if this case involves parentage or child support.) Note: You and the other party/ies may agree to accept legal papers by email under Superior Court Civil Rule 5 and local court rules.

This Summons is issued according to Rule 4.1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington. Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch June 17, 24, July 1, 8, 15,& 22, 2026 Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce In re: Ayvianni Brewer Petitioner/s (person/s who started this case): Jose & Robin Ozuna And Respondent/s (other party/parties): Hailey Hanby No. 26-401194-2 Summons Served by Publication

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(SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To (other party’s name/s): Hailey Hanby I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: Guardianship You must respond in writing if you want the court to consider your side.

Deadline! Your Response must be filed and served within 60 days of the date this Summons is published: June 10, 2026. If you do not file and serve your Response or a Notice of Appearance by the deadline: • No one has to notify you about other hearings in this case, and • The court may approve the requests in the Petition without hearing your side (called a default judgment). Follow these steps: 1. Read the Petition and any other documents that were filed at court with this Summons.

Those documents explain what the other party is asking for. 2. Fill out a Response on this form (check the Response that matches the Petition): [x] Other: Objection GDN M301 You can get the Response form and other forms you may need at: • The Washington State Courts’ website: www.courts.wa.gov/forms • Washington LawHelp: www.washingtonlawhelp.org, or • The Superior Court Clerk’s office or county law library (for a fee). 3. Serve (give) a copy of your Response to the person who filed this Summons at the address below, and to any other parties. You may use certified mail with return receipt requested. For more information on how to serve, read Superior Court Civil Rule 5. 4. File your original Response with the court clerk at this address: Superior Court Clerk, Pierce County PIERCE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT 930 TACOMA AVE SOUTH TACOMA, WA 98402 5. Lawyer not required: It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your Response without one. Person filing this Summons or his/her lawyer fills out below: /s/ Robin Ozuna Date 5/26/26 I agree to accept legal papers for this case at (check one): [x] the following address (this does not have to be your home address): 12908 3rd Ave. Ct. E. Tacoma, WA 98445 (If this address changes before the case ends, you must notify all parties and the court in writing. You may use the Notice of Address Change form (FL All Family 120). You must also update your Confidential information Form (FL All Family 001) if this case involves parentage or child support.) Note: You and the other party/ies may agree to accept legal papers by email under Superior Court Civil Rule 5 and local court rules.

This Summons is issued according to Rule 4.1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington. Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch June 10, 17, 24, July 1, 8 & 15, 2026 Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce In re: Celine Young Petitioner/s (person/s who started this case): Jose & Robin Ozuna And Respondent/s (other party/parties): Omari Young No. 26-401193-4 Summons Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To (other party’s name/s): Omari Young I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: Guardianship You must respond in writing if you want the court to consider your side.

Deadline! Your Response must be filed and served within 60 days of the date this Summons is published: June 10, 2026. If you do not file and serve your Response or a Notice of Appearance by the deadline: • No one has to notify you about other hearings in this case, and • The court may approve the requests in the Petition without hearing your side (called a default judgment). Follow these steps: 1. Read the Petition and any other documents that were filed at court with this Summons.

Those documents explain what the other party is asking for. 2. Fill out a Response on this form (check the Response that matches the Petition): [x] Other: Objection GDN M301 You can get the Response form and other forms you may need at: • The Washington State Courts’ website: www.courts.wa.gov/forms • Washington LawHelp: www.washingtonlawhelp.org, or • The Superior Court Clerk’s office or county law library (for a fee). 3. Serve (give) a copy of your Response to the person who filed this Summons at the address below, and to any other parties. You may use certified mail with return receipt requested. For more information on how to serve, read Superior Court Civil Rule 5. 4. File your original Response with the court clerk at this address: Superior Court Clerk, Pierce County PIERCE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT 930 TACOMA AVE SOUTH TACOMA, WA 98402 5. Lawyer not required: It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your Response without one. Person filing this Summons or his/her lawyer fills out below: /s/ Robin Ozuna Date 5/26/26 I agree to accept legal papers for this case at (check one): [x] the following address (this does not have to be your home address): 12908 3rd Ave. Ct. E. Tacoma, WA 98445 (If this address changes before the case ends, you must notify all parties and the court in writing. You may use the Notice of Address Change form (FL All Family 120). You must also update your Confidential information Form (FL All Family 001) if this case involves parentage or child support.) Note: You and the other party/ies may agree to accept legal papers by email under Superior Court Civil Rule 5 and local court rules.

This Summons is issued according to Rule 4.1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington. Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch June 10, 17, 24, July 1, 8 & 15, 2026

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ORE-IDA / ASST. VARIETY

FROZEN POTATOES . . . . . . . 19-32 OZ. $4.99

HUNGRY-MAN / ASST. VARIETY

FROZEN MEALS . . . . . . . . . . 14.5-16 OZ. $3.99 WORTHY CRUMB

SNICKER DOODLES

3.99

GIVE & GO

CHOPPED SALAD

BBQ SAUCE

MARIE CALLENDER'S/ ASST. VARIETY

$

TAYLOR FARMS STEAKHOUSE WEDGE

6-8 CT.

FRANZ / ASST. VARIETY CLUSTER BUNS........................ 8 CT.

FROM THE FREEZER

7.99

3.99

WHILE SUPPLIES LAST

BULL'S EYE / ASST. VARIETY

BONELESS CHICKEN BREAST

$

4/$3

PREMIUM BUNS AND ROLLS

FAMILY PACK

LAND O FROST

BI-COLOR CORN

FRANZ / ASST. VARIETY

WHILE SUPPLIES LAST

CURLY'S

FARM FRESH PRODUCE

EA.

PATRIOTIC CUPCAKES ....... 12 CT. $2.50

LEMONADE

FULL SERVICE DELI DIETZ & WATSON

KRETSCHMAR

RESER'S

AMERICAN CHEESE

MACARONI SALAD

$10.99 LB. $6.49

$2.29LB.

ROAST BEEF

LB.

2.50

$

59 OZ.

NALLEY / ASST. VARIETY

CHILI WITH BEANS................ 14 OZ. 2/$5

PILLSBURY / ASST. VARIETY

REFRIGERATED DOUGH ... 8-16.3 OZ. 2/$7

NABISCO / ASST. VARIETY CRACKERS..................... 6.5-13.7 OZ. ASST. VARIETY HIDDEN VALLEY RANCH.... 16 OZ. $ VLASIC / ASST. VARIETY PICKLES ............................ 16-24 OZ. BEST FOODS MAYONNAISE ..................... 30 OZ. $ AMERICAN BEAUTY / ASST. VARIETY PASTA ................................. 12-16 OZ. VLASIC / ASST. VARIETY RELISH ............................... 10 OZ. $

2/$6 4.49 2/$7 6.99 5/$5 2.50

BUD LIGHT, COORS OR COORS LIGHT

BEER

18.99

$

CANS ONLY 18/12 OZ.

JOSE CUERVO / ASST. VARIETY TEQUILA ....................... 750 ML. $

20.99