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‘DISCOVER YOUR GAME: A more inclusive future for WA state’ Submitted by Sara Wendell

Eatonville Disability Network partnered with youth of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints from the Bethel and Eatonville areas, Special Olympics of Washington, and Eatonville School District to create a sports clinic for athletes interested in Special Olympics as well as those who already participate on a Special Olympics team. This event took place on Saturday, July 15 at Eatonville High School. In total 85 youth aged fourteen to eighteen volunteered to support potential Special Olympics athletes. It was an opportunity for people with disabilities and typical youth to learn from each other and have fun together. There were several sports for athletes to try. Local businesses financially supported the event.

Tina Schmidt of the Eatonville Disability Network stated, “Discover

WSDA: Washington world's top blueberry producer

By Logan Washburn The Center Square

Noah Catlett, Aiden Hildebrand and Carson Brady.

Your Game” is inspired by the new Special Olympics Washington initiative Beyond Gold to build a more inclusive Washington State.

Beyond Gold is the Special Olympics of

Washington current multiyear strategic plan and supporting campaign. The initiative helped to focus the clinic on more than just rewards for effort or a job well done.

“The goals of the

(Beyond Gold) plan are to reach more people with and without intellectual disabilities in more places, create more life-changing opportunity and ignite

Washington state is the top blueberry producer in the world, according to the Washington State Department of Agriculture.

“When it comes to blueberries, Washington state can take a bow,” a WSDA news release reads. “Each berry you enjoy is a product of the state’s dedication to agricultural excellence.”

Farmers in Washington, the nation’s top blueberryproducing state, grow close to 90,000 tons of blueberries every year, according to the Aug. 8 news release. The state produced 180 million pounds of blueberries valued at $228.4 million in 2021, according to the United States Department of Agriculture.

Western Washington grows close to 55% of

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Savvy Senior: Best medical alert systems you don’t have to wear

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ear Savvy Senior, Are there any monitored medical alert devices that you know of that don’t require pushing a wearable help button? My 82-year-old father, who lives alone, has fallen twice during the past year but doesn’t like wearing an SOS pendant button.

Searching Daughter

Dear Searching, Yes, there are actually several monitored medical alert systems and other technologies on the market today that have voiceactivated capabilities that let seniors call for help using voice commands, without pushing a wearable help button.

These new technologies are very helpful for elderly seniors that live alone who forget, or prefer not to wear a help button, as well as for those who have physical challenges that makes using a help button difficult.

By simply speaking the “wake words” these devices will connect your dad to a trained dispatcher at a 24/7 monitoring center who will find out what the problem is, and get him the help he needs, whether it’s calling emergency services, or contacting a family member, friend or neighbor to come and help him.

All of these technologies also offer family/caregiver smartphone apps that will help you keep tabs on your dad from afar and notify you know if a problem occurs.

HANDS-FREE MEDICAL ALERTS Some of the best voice-focused medical alert systems available today are GetSafe, Aloe Care Health and HandsFree Health.

Rated by U.S. News & World Report as their No. 1 medical alert system for 2023, GetSafe (GetSafe. com) comes with a cellular base console, voice-activated and push wall buttons, an optional personal help button and fall detection sensors. To call for help your dad would simply say “Call 911” twice and he would be connected to GetSafe’s 24/7 monitoring service.

Prices for GetSafe start at $79 plus a $30 monthly monitoring fee.

Another highly rated system is Aloe Care Health (AloeCare.com), which comes with a voice-activated Smart Hub and optional wearable help button with fall detection capabilities. This system would connect your dad to the Aloe Care 24/7 monitoring center by simply saying “Emergency” repeatedly until connected. It can also make voice command nonemergency calls to preassigned contacts. Prices start at $150 plus a monthly fee of $30.

The WellBe by HandsFree Health (HandsFreeHealth.com) is a nice third option to consider. This comes with the WellBe Medical Alert Speaker that would let your dad call for help by saying “OK WellBe Call Emergency.”

WellBe also offers hands-free calling and messaging to contacts, will answer health questions, and

Adobe Stock provide reminders for medications and doctor appointments. It also offers a medical alert watch and pendant (sold separately) with fall detection capabilities. WellBe starts at $100 plus $20/month.

SMART HOME SOLUTION Instead of a traditional medical alert system, another terrific handsfree way to call for help is to get your dad an Amazon Echo device (prices range from $50 to $250) and sign him up for Alexa Together (Amazon.com/AlexaTogether). This is remote caregiving service that will turn his Echo into a medical alert system. To get help your dad would say “Alexa, call for help” to be connected to their 24/7 Urgent Response center.

Alexa Together, which costs $20/

month, also works with compatible third-party fall detection devices like Vayyar and AltumView. If a fall is detected, Alexa can ask your dad if he needs help, then connect him to the Urgent Response line and alert his emergency contacts.

Amazon Echo devices also provide a bevy of other features your dad may find useful. For example, Echo’s will let your dad make hands-free calls, receive reminders, set timers and alarms, control smart home devices, check the weather, play his favorite music and much more.

Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.

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Red Cross: Donation shortfall could impact blood supply

By American Red Cross

The American Red Cross has seen a shortfall of about 25,000 blood donations in the first two months of the summer, which makes it hard to keep hospital shelves stocked with lifesaving blood products. By making an appointment to give blood in August, donors can keep the national blood supply from falling to shortage levels.

Right now, the Red Cross especially needs type O negative, type O positive, type B negative and type A negative blood donors. For those who don’t know their blood type, making a donation is an easy way to find out this important personal health information.

The Red Cross will notify new donors of their blood type soon after they give.

The Red Cross needs donors now.

Schedule an appointment to give by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood. org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1800-733-2767).

All who come to give throughout the month of August will get a $10 e-gift card to a movie merchant of their choice. Details are available at RedCrossBlood.org/Movie.

HOW TO DONATE BLOOD To make an appointment, simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED

CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

AMPLIFY YOUR IMPACT: VOLUNTEER! A stable blood and platelet supply is critical to national preparedness.

Additionally, as we approach the beginning of what is expected to be another active hurricane season, the Red Cross urges everyone to get ready now and consider becoming a volunteer to help people affected by the growing number of climate-driven disasters.

Support impacted communities by assisting at Red Cross shelters, using your professional skills as a licensed health care provider or becoming a member of the Red Cross Disaster Action Team. To learn more, visit redcross.org/volunteertoday.

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An untraditional bread

By Lynda Balslev

Irish soda bread is a quick bread, which means it doesn't require any yeast or kneading to rise. Instead, it relies on baking soda and buttermilk, which interact for leavening.

When the ingredients are combined, the leavening process starts immediately, so the dough should be mixed quickly -- hence the moniker "quick bread." It shouldn't be overworked, or the bread will be tough.

Given its attribution, it seems that an Irish soda bread would be a fitting recipe for St. Patrick's Day. However, upon some research, it appears that what we know as Irish

soda bread in the U.S. is not authentically Irish. In Ireland, soda bread is a term for any bread leavened with baking soda (there, it's called bread soda). The method originated in the 19th century, when baking soda was introduced and before ovens were widely used. At the time, soda breads could be cooked in lidded cast iron pots over a fire.

Soda breads were and are efficient and simple fouringredient brown or white breads, or flattened griddle breads. The now-familiar additions of butter, raisins and currants would have been considered luxuries for special occasions.

With all of that said, you

can call it untraditional or an Americanized version if you like. No matter the moniker, it's lovely to eat — especially when slathered with (more) butter and eaten warm from the oven.

IRISH SODA BREAD Active time: 15 minutes Total time: 1 hour Yield: Makes 1 loaf • 4 to 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour • 1/4 cup granulated sugar • 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt • 1 teaspoon baking soda • 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed • 1 cup raisins FOOD Page 5

Courtesy Lynda Balslev Irish soda bread is a quick bread, which means it doesn't require any yeast or kneading to rise.

Instead, it relies on baking soda and buttermilk, which interact for leavening.

Aug. 16, 2023 FOOD from Page 4 • • •

1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional) 1 3/4 cups cold buttermilk 1 large egg, lightly beaten

1. Heat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment.

2. Combine the flour, sugar, salt and baking soda in a large bowl.

Add the butter and work it into the flour with your fingers to form coarse crumbs.

Mix in the raisins and caraway seeds, if using.

3. Whisk the buttermilk and egg in a bowl.

Make a well in the center of the flour and pour in the buttermilk.

Using a wooden spoon, mix until the dough just comes together. If the dough is too wet, add a little more flour. The dough should be a little sticky.

4. Dust your hands with flour and briefly knead the dough on a lightly floured work surface to form a shaggy ball 8 to 9 inches wide.

Transfer the dough to the baking sheet. With a sharp knife, make an X incision in the top.

5. Bake in the oven until the bread is golden brown and a bamboo skewer inserted in the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. (If the bread begins to brown too much before it's finished, lightly cover with foil.)

6. Remove the bread from the oven and cool for 10 minutes on a rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Lynda Balslev is an award-winning writer, cookbook author, and recipe developer based in northern California. Visit TasteFood at TasteFoodblog.com.

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SPORTS from Page 1 support across the state”, as stated on the Special Olympics website. The purpose of “Discover Your Game” was to help people see those who may be different from themselves in a new way. The gold medal reward was friendship and understanding. If you would like to support Special Olympics of Washington in the “Beyond Gold” campaign, visit their website www. beyondgold.wa.

Unified sports are part of the inclusive movement that creates understanding and banishes intolerance. Unified sports teams are made up of people of similar age and similar ability.

Shared sports training and competitive experiences encourage social inclusion.

Information on how to join a unified sports team can be found on the Special Olympics website, www. specialolympicswashington.org/unified .

The Eatonville School District’s swimming pool, track and field, gymnasium, and commons area were used to offer the following sports: swimming, Bocce, cheerleading, softball, soccer, and athletics. Bocce and cheerleading are new sports offered in Special Olympics Washington. The idea was to encourage athletes to try a different sport and allow new athletes to discover a sport that they love in the hope that they might join a Special Olympics team. Each sporting activity was led by someone who has been trained to coach or teach persons with disabilities. Calming and hydration areas were made available to those needing a break. Crafts were at the fingertips of anyone who wanted to get out of the sun. Volunteer youth were abundant and enthusiastic to talk with and help anyone.

“We are honored to host this meaningful event that unites athletes in South Pierce County”, said Jay Brower, new superintendent of Eatonville School District (ESD). Brower, former Community Connections Director for Bethel School District (BSD), has a lot of experience in creating community partnerships that benefit everyone.

Brower is well known for starting a faith leaders’ group in Bethel School District that grew to over 200 members during his years at BSD. The group was made up of local church leaders, non-profits, community organizations and Bethel School District staff. The group worked to support and benefit all families living in the Bethel School District. The Discover Your Game event may be the first of many events and partnerships

BLUEBERRIES from Page 1 the state’s blueberry crop, while Eastern Washington grows close to 45%, according to the news release.

The state’s producers of highbush blueberries, which grow taller and bring higher yields than other varieties, generated $464.4 million

Courtesy Sara Wendell Allison Collins and Clara Chappell.

Eatonville families can look forward to participating in due to the inclusive nature of ESD’s new superintendent.

“We were founded in 2008 by a small group of parents of children with disabilities to create an inclusive community for all people living in the greater Eatonville area”, said Schmidt regarding the Eatonville Disability Network (EDN) , a nonprofit organization. Schmidt is a board member as well as coach of the Eatonville Special Olympics Team.

She is passionate about the Special Olympics. Her son is a member of the Eatonville team. To join, volunteer or donate to the Eatonville Special Olympics team contact Tina Schmidt at 253-677-2479.

From the perspective of one of the youth volunteers, Clara Chappell, “It’s important to have opportunities like this to help people who are different from us and make them feel loved and cared for.” Chappell goes on to explain, “My role was to make friends with athletes and mentor them and do sports with them.” Some of the youth volunteers had a specific athlete they went with to each sports activity. “It’s an honor to be here. I was working with Nick today. It was really fun to challenge myself and have fun with a new friend”, said youth volunteer Jane Schmeil. At the end of the day, after gaining a new outlook Schmeil shared “this experience helped me to think about my cousin with DandyWalker Syndrome. It helped me to remember to always be there for family and love everyone no matter what”.

“We want our youth to be a part of the community. We want them to build a desire to help other people. And we know as they reach out and help others, they will bless many and their own character will grow. In a world that is so divided it’s important for us to come together and lift many. We as a church

in economic impact and created more than 4,400 jobs each year as of 2020, according to the California Ag Network.

Oregon produced 150 million pounds of blueberries in 2021, worth $171.7 million, according to the USDA. The state’s highbush producers generated $353.5 million in economic impact and created

more than 3,500 jobs each year as of 2020, according to the California Ag Network.

The United States grows 95% of blueberries on the planet, according to the news release. The nation’s highbush blueberry growers brought more than $12.7 million flowing into the American economy as of 2020, according to the California Ag

Courtesy Tina Schmidt Michael Bowles, Hyrum Ricks, Jackson Richins and Rosana Fladd. can help a few people but when we join other organizations more people can be blessed” said Brian Manwaring, of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

“We are thankful to our local business partners who have generously sponsored this multi-sport clinic for current and future athletes”, said Schmidt. Next Level Contracting, Pierce Properties, Systematic Property Management, Mill Haus Cider Co, Secoma Fence, Tom HollandsworthState Farm, and Cobblestone Realty made the whole day possible. From t-shirts for volunteers, food for all participants, lifeguards and everything else required to make the day a success, the sponsors are to thank for their giving heart.

Brian Ingalls, an employee of Next Level Contracting, was “thrilled to be able to come to this event.” His son, Tucker, is an athlete on the Lacy Special Olympics team. Tucker is a swimmer and took his team to state in the swimming division.

Having been involved with the Special Olympics for eight years, Ingalls expressed his gratitude that his employer was one of the sponsors.

“As sponsors, we went into this event knowing we were helping support our local Special Olympics athletes.

Nothing prepared us for how much those athletes helped us. They…showed us what teamwork and sportsmanship are supposed to be. We enjoyed being side by side with them making new friends and are honored we were able to share in the success of such a special event.” said Emmy Lay from Cobblestone Realty.

“Discover Your Game” sports clinic was a success due to the willingness of people and organizations to come together to create an opportunity for fun and understanding to happen at the same time, in the same space and for all involved.

Network, creating and sustaining the equivalent of more than 44,500 full time jobs each year.

But the nation is still a net importer of blueberries, according to the Agricultural Marketing Resources Center. The United States imported close to 571.3 million pounds of fresh blueberries in 2021, worth close to $1.6 billion.

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IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON (rcw46.55.130), GRAHAM TOWING #5124 WILL SELL ABANDONED VEHICLES TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER ON August 22, 2023 AT 11:00am. PRIOR INSPECTION WILL BE FROM 10:00am UNTIL 11:00am. THIS COMPANY CAN BE CONTACTED AT 253262-2869. FOR QUESTIONS REGARDING THE AUCTION. THE SALE IS LOCATION IS: 10015 213TH ST E GRAHAM, WA 98338 Published in the Dispatch August 16, 2023 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING IN THE ESTATE OF PAMELA JEAN TRIPLETT, Deceased Case No.: 23-405404-8 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 August 8, 2023 Date of first publication August 16, 2023 /s/ WILLIE D TRIPLETT WILLIE D TRIPLETT Administrator for the Estate of PAMELA JEAN TRIPLETT c/o Marine View Law & Escrow PLLC 22021 7th Avenue South Suite 6 Des Moines, WA 98198 Tel: (206) 878-8777 /s/ Renee Roman Renee Roman, WSBA #17728 Attorney for the Estate of PAMELA JEAN TRIPLETT Marine View Law & Escrow PLLC 22021 7th Avenue South Suite 6 Des Moines, WA 98198 Tel: (206) 878-8777 Published in the Dispatch August 16, 23 & 30, 2023 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE CURTIS PUDDICOMBE, Plaintiff v. G. W. BRIGGS FINANCIAL, and CENTURY ESCROWL, a defunct California Corporation, Defendants. The Honorable Bryan Chushcoff NO. 23-2-07645-7 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION The State of Washington to the G. W. BRIGGS FINANCIAL; CENTURY ESCROWL; and any persons claiming an interest in the subject property, and all persons claiming through that person or entity. 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 19th day of July, 2023, and defend the above entitled action in the above entitled court, and answer the complaint of the Plaintiff Curtis Puddicombe, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for Plaintiff, Ahlers Cressman & Sleight PLLC, at their 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 court. This is an action to quiet title to land in Pierce County, Washington, which is real property commonly known as 5006 185th Avenue CT NW, Vaughn, WA 983949642 (APN 329000-0062) and complete legal description of the property is included in the Complaint filed in this case and is available at Pierce County Superior Court. This SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION is made pursuant to RCW 4.28.100 (6). DATED: This 12th day of July, 2023. AHLERS CRESSMAN & SLEIGHT PLLC By: /s/Lawrence S. Glosser Lawrence S. Glosser, WSBA #25098 larry.glosser@ acslawyers.com 1325 Fourth Avenue, Suite 1850 Seattle, WA 98101-2571 Phone: (206) 287-9900 Fax: (206) 934-1139 Attorneys for Plaintiffs Published in the Dispatch July 19, 26, August 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2023 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE KEVIN HAMILTON and JERI ANNE HAMILTON, husband and wife and the marital community composed thereof, Plaintiffs, vs. The Unknown Heirs, Devisees, Personal Representatives, and Estates of VERNARD P. CHRISTIE, Deceased, and IRENE E. CHRISTIE, as her separate estate, VERNARD P. CHRISTIE and IRENE E. CHRISTIE, Defendants. NO. 23-2-08676-2 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION The State of Washington to the said following Defendants: TO: The Defendants; TO: The Unknown Heirs, Devisees, Personal Representatives, and Estates of VERNARD P. CHRISTIE, Deceased, and IRENE E. CHRISTIE, as her separate Estate; TO: Estates of VERNARD P. CHRISTIE, Deceased, and IRENE E. CHRISTIE, as her separate estate; TO: VERNARD P. CHRISTIE; and TO: IRENE E. CHRISTIE 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 August, 2023, and defend the above-entitled action, in the above entitled court, and answer the complaint of the plaintiffs, KEVIN HAMILTON and JERI ANNE HAMILTON, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorney for plaintiffs KEVIN HAMILTON and JERI ANNE HAMILTON, at his office stated below, 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. This is an action for Quiet

Legal Notices Title and Declaratory Judgment seeking to quiet title to certain real property located at 506 Corrin Ave. SE in Orting, (Pierce County) Washington and related relief. Plaintiffs’ family purchased that property from Defendants in 1977/1978, but no deed was apparently recorded. Petitioners and their family have held color of title since at least 1991, when a deed was recorded transferring title to Plaintiffs’ father, their predecessor. Plaintiffs received a deed and have held color of title to the property in 1993. Plaintiffs and/or their predecessors have continuously, actually, openly, and notoriously possessed, used, maintained, and paid taxes on the property since 1977/1978 and have had color of title to that property since at least 1991. Plaintiffs are entitled to an order quieting title to the property in favor of them and as against Defendants or holding anyone by or through them, including, by adverse possession and pursuant to RCW 7.28.070, et seq.

DATED this 4th day of August 2023. PATRICK L. VAIL, PLLC BY /s/ Patrick L. Vail Patrick L. Vail, WSBA No. 34513 Attorney for Plaintiffs 1000 Second Ave., Suite 1770 Seattle, WA 98104 (206) 624-5824 pvail@pvaillaw.com Published in the Dispatch August 9, 16, 23, 30, September 6 & 13, 2023 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR PIERCE COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of: WALTRAUD F. WILLIAMS, Deceased. NO. 23-4-01845-4 NOTICE TO CREDITORS 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 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 timeframe, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060.

This bar is effective as to the claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FILING PROBATE: August 7, 2023. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: August 16, 2023. DATED this 10th day of August, 2023.

BARBARA ANN CARTER Personal Representative Presented by: BURNS LAW, PLLC By: Martin Burns, WSBA No. 23412 Attorney for Personal Representative 524 Tacoma Ave. S. Tacoma, WA 98402 (253) 507-5586 Published in the Dispatch August 16, 23 & 30, 2023 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR PIERCE COUNTY HI-TECH PARKLAND, LLC, a Washington Limited Liability Company; CARMELLA BUFFINGTON f/k/a CARMELLA THIERBACH, an individual; and CARMELLA THIERBACH as Personal Representative of the ESTATE OF KURT THIERBACH, Plaintiffs, vs. KARL LEE THEIRBACH the personal representative of The ESTATE of KARL K. THIERBACH; ROSEMARY LAWTON, a single woman; and SHIRLEY A. ROLLINS, a single woman, Defendants. NO. 23-2-070947 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION (60 DAY) THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO THE SAID DEFENDANTS: UNKNOWN OWNERS OF SUBJECT PROPERTY; AND ALL OTHER PERSONS OR PARTIES UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN, OR INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN THE COMPLAINT HEREIN You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty (60) days after the date of the fi rst publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty days after the 12th day of July, 2023, and defend the above entitled action in the above entitled court, and answer the complaint of the Plaintiffs, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for Plaintiffs, at their 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 court, to quiet title to the property set forth in the Complaint for Contribution to the Plaintiffs, declaratory relief and damages, pertaining to the real estate located in Pierce County, Washington, commonly known as 160 108th Street South, Tacoma, Washington, Pierce County Tax Assessor’s Parcel No. 0319047004, and 164 108th Street South, Tacoma, Washington, Pierce County Tax Assessor’s Parcel No. 0319043129. DATED this 30th day of June, 2023. BURNS LAW, PLLC

By Martin Burns, WSBA No. 23412 Attorney for Plaintiff 524 Tacoma Ave. S. Tacoma, WA 98402 253-507-5586 Published in the Dispatch July 12, 19, 26, August 2, 9 & 16, 2023 ORIGINAL TRUSTEE SALE RECORDED ON 7/19/2023 IN THE OFFICE OF THE PIERCE COUNTY RECORDER. TS No: WA23-10518B Title Order No.: 2282742WAD NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SA LE OF COMMERCIA L LOAN(S) PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. (This Notice of Trustee’s Sale of Commercial Loan(s) is being re-recorded to correct the title of the document on Notice of Trustee’s Sale recorded on 05/22/2023 Under Auditor’s File No. 202305220157 records of Pierce County, Washington) Grantor: BT Property Investments LLC, a Washington limited liability company Current benefi ciary of the deed of trust: CALCAP Income Fund I, LLC Current trustee of the deed of trust: The Law Offices of Jason C. Tatman, PC Current mortgage servicer of the deed of trust: FCI Lender Services, Inc. Reference number of the deed

of trust: 202208080499 Parcel number(s): 638530-0321 and 638530-0322 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee will on the 25th day of August, 2023, at 10:00 AM at the Second Floor Entry Plaza Outside Pierce County 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(ies) of Pierce, State of Washington, to-wit: Parcel A: Lot 1 and 2, Pierc e C ount y Shor t Plat N o.

9203250495, according to Map recorded on March 25, 1992, In Pierce County, Washington.

Together with Shorelands on the second class abutting thereon. Situate in the County of Pierce, State of Washington. Commonly known as: 8902 Frances Folsom Street Southwest Lakewood, Washington, 98498 See attached Exhibit “A” Personal Property to be included pursuant to Section 1.22 of the Deed of Trust, Assignment of Leases and Rents, Fixture Filings, and Security Agreement (Deed of Trust) referenced below EXHIBIT “A” PERSONAL PROPERTY 1.22 “Personalty.” All of the right, title, and interest of Borrower in and to all tangible and intangible personal property, whether now owned or later acquired by Borrower, including, but not limited to, water rights (to the extent they may constitute personal property), all equipment, inventory, goods, consumer goods, accounts, chattel paper, instrum e n t s , m o n ey, g e n e r a l i n t a n g i b l e s , letter-of-credit rights, deposit accounts, investment property, documents, minerals, crops, and timber (as those terms are defined in the Uniform Commercial Code) and that are now or at any later time located on, attached to, installed, placed, used on, in connection with, or are required for such attachment, installation, placement, or use on the Land, the Improvements, Fixtures, or on other goods located on the Land or Improvements, together with all additions, accessions, accessories, amendments, modifi cations to the Land or Improvements, extensions, renewals, and enlargements and proceeds of the Land or Improvements, substitutions for, and income and profits from, the Land or Improvements.

The Personalty includes, but is not limited to, all goods, machinery, tools, equipment (including fire sprinklers and alarm systems); building materials, air conditioning, heating, refrigerating, electronic monitoring, entertainment, recreational, maintenance, extermination of vermin or insects, dust removal, refuse and garbage equipment; vehicle maintenance and repair equipment; office furniture (including tables, chairs, planters, desks, sofas, shelves, lockers, and cabinets); safes, furnishings, appliances (including ice-making machines, refrigerators, fans, water heaters, and incinerators); rugs, carpets, other floor coverings, draperies, drapery rods and brackets, awnings, window shades, venetian blinds, curtains, other window coverings; lamps, chandeliers, other lighting fixtures; office maintenance and other supplies; loan commitments, financing arrangements, bonds, construction contracts, leases, tenants’ security deposits, licenses, permits, sales contracts, option contracts, lease contracts, insurance policies, proceeds from policies, plans, specifications, surveys, books, records, funds, bank deposits; and all other intangible personal property. Personalty also includes any other portion or items of the Mortgaged Property that constitute personal property under the Uniform Commercial Code. which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 8/1/2022, recorded 8 / 8 / 2 0 2 2 , u n d e r A u d i t o r ’s F i l e N o .

202208080499, records of Pierce County, Washington, from BT Property Investments, LLC, a Washington limited liability company, as Grantor(s), to FCI Lender Services Inc., as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as Nominee for CALCAP Lending, LLC, a Delaware LLC ISAOA/ATIMA (CFL License No. 60DBO 72449), as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as Nominee for CALCAP Lending, LLC, a Delaware LLC ISAOA/ATIMA (CFL License No. 60DBO 72449) to CALCAP Income Fund I SPV, LLC under an Assignment recorded under Auditor’s File No. 202212210106, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by CALCAP Income Fund I SPV, LLC to CALCAP Income Fund I, LLC, an Assignment recorded under Auditor’s File No. 202303080258 records 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: $ 150,023.83 (together with any subsequent installments, late charges, default interest, advances, costs, and fees thereafter due. Failure to pay the real property taxes and provide proof of fire insurance. IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal $2,046,000.00, together with interest as provided in the Note or other instrument secured from the 1st day of November, 2022, 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 the 25th day of August, 2023. The default(s) referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by the 14th day of August, 2023, (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 the 14th day of August, 2023 (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 14th day of August, 2023 (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 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, an curing all other defaults. VI. A written notice of default was transmitted by the Benefi ciary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following addresses: NAME ADDRESS: BT Property Investments, LLC, a Washington limited liability company 9440 20th AVE SW Seattle, Washington 98106 BT Property Investments, LLC, a Washington limited liability company 35109 Pacific Hwy South Federal Way, Washington 98003 BT Property Investments, LLC, a Washington limited liability company 34211 Pacific Hwy S. Federal Way, WA 98003 BT Property Investments, LLC, a Washington limited liability company Attn: Hoa Tran, Manager 35109 Pacific Hwy South Federal Way, Washington 98003 BT Property Investments, LLC, a Washington limited liability company Attn: Binh “Ben” Tran, Manager 35109 Pacific Hwy South Federal Way, Washington 98003 BT Property Investments, LLC, a Washington limited liability company Attn: Hoa Tran, Manager 34211 Pacific Hwy S Federal Way, Washington 98003 BT Property Investments, LLC, a Washington limited liability company Attn: Binh “Ben” Tran, Manager 34211 Pacific Hwy S Federal Way, Washington 98003 BT Property Investments, LLC, a Washington limited liability company 8902 Frances Folsom Street Southwest Lakewood, Washington 98498 by both first class and certifi ed mail on the 12th day of April, 2023, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served on the 13th day of April, 2023 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 Grantor of 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. 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. If available, Sale information can be obtained by calling the following telephone number 949258-8960 or you may access sales information at https://search.nationwideposting.com/ SearchTerms.aspx. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DATED: 7/19/2023 Law Offi ces of Jason C. Tatman, PC 506 2nd Avenue, Suite 1400 Seattle, WA 98104 844-252-6972 Jason C. Tatman A notary public or other offi cer completing this certifi cate verifi es only the identity of the individual who signed the document, to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of that document. State of California \} ss. County of San Diego \} On 7/19/2023 before me, Dana Renee Stewart, Notary Public, personally appeared Jason C. Tatman who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument. I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct. WITNESS my hand and official seal. Signature Dana Renee Stewart (Seal) DANA RENEE STEWART COMM. # 2418014 SAN DIEGO COUNTY NOTARY PUBLICCALIFORNIA MY COMMISSION EXPIRES SEPTEMBER 24, 2026 NPP0435538 To: DISPATCH (PIERCE) 07/26/2023, 08/16/2023 Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce Eric Watson and Sarah Watson, plaintiff(s) v. Lisa Kurtz and David Kurtz, Defendant(s). No. 22-2-08513-0 SUMMONS (20 DAYS) TO THE DEFENDANT: A lawsuit has been started against you in the above entitled court by Eric Watson and Sarah Watson, plaintiff(s). Plaintiff’s claim is stated in the written Complaint, a copy of which is served upon you with this Summons. In order to defend against this lawsuit, you must respond to the Complaint by stating your defense in writing, and by serving a copy upon the person signing this Summons within 20 days after the service

of this Summons, excluding the day of service, or a default judgment may be entered against you without notice. A default judgment is one where plaintiff is entitled to what he asks for because you have not responded. If you serve a notice of appearance on the undersigned person, you are entitled to notice before a default judgment may be entered. You may demand that the plaintiff 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 plaintiff must file this lawsuit with the court, or the service on you of this summons and complaint will be void. If you wish to seek the advice of an attorney in this matter, you should do so promptly so that your written response, if any, may be served on time. This Summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the State of Washington. Dated August 31, 2022 Signed at Graham, Washington. Submitted by: Eric & Sarah Watson Signature of Plaintiff Eric & Sarah Watson Printed Name of Plaintiff 7807 Kapowsin Hwy E Graham. WA 98338 Address of Plaintiff 253-380-0720 Telephone Number of Plaintiff Published in The Dispatch July 19, 26, August 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2023.

Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce In re the marriage of: Petitioner/s (person/s who started this case): LEE ARELLANO WATSON And Respondent/s (other party/parties): STANLEY WATSON No. 233-01108-1 Summons Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To (other party’s name/s): Stanley Watson I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: Petition for Divorce 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. 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] FL Divorce 211, Response to Petition about a Marriage You can get the Response form and other forms you 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 mall 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 930 Tacoma Ave S. Rm 110, Tacoma, Washington 98402-2177 5. Lawyer not required: It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may fi le and serve your Response without one. Person filing this Summons or his lawyer fills out below: /s/ Lee Arellano Watson, Petitioner Date 3/30/2023 [X] the following address (this does not have to be your home address): 6612 Grandview Ave Tacoma. Washington 98404 (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.) This Summons is issued according to Rule 4.1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the State of Washington. Published in the Dispatch August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 & September 6, 2023 T S N o WA 0 5 0 0 0 0 3 7- 2 2 -1 T O N o 220464872-WA-MSI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Grantor: TOM W GIVENS, AN UNMARRIED MAN Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: Aurora Financial Group, Inc. Original Trustee of the Deed of Trust: STEWART TITLE AND ESCROW Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Current Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing Corporation Reference Number of the Deed of Trust: Instrument No. 201911250249 Parcel Number: 5001440690 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on September 15, 2023, 09:00 AM, 2nd Floor Entry Plaza Outside the County Courthouse, Pierce County Superior Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma WA 98402, 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 69, HIDDEN VILLAGE PHASE ONE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED UNDER RECORDING NO.9603070298, RECORDS OF PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON. SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON APN: 5001440690 More commonly known as 1010 200TH STREET COURT E, SPANAWAY, WA 98387 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated November 19, 2019, executed by TOM W GIVENS, AN UNMARRIED MAN as Trustor(s), to secure obligations in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), as designated nominee for AXIA FINANCIAL, LLC, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, recorded November 25, 2019 as Instrument

Aug. 16, 2023 No. 201911250249 and the beneficial interest was assigned to Aurora Financial Group, Inc. and recorded January 6, 2023 as Instrument Number 2023061060329 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Pierce County, Washington. II. No action commenced by Aurora Financial Group, Inc., 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 April 1, 2022 To May 10, 2023 Number of Payments 1 $20,686.54 Total $20,686.54 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION April 1, 2022 May 10, 2023 $147.76 $147.76 PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: November 19, 2019 Note Amount $324,000.00 Interest Paid To: March 1, 2022 Next Due Date: April 1, 2022 Current Beneficiary: Aurora Financial Group, Inc. Contact Phone No: 877-426-8805 Address: 446 Wrenplace Road, Fort Mill, SC 29715 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $343,634.87, 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 September 15, 2023. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by September 4, 2023, (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 September 4, 2023 (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 September 4, 2023 (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, Aurora Financial Group, Inc. or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): ADDRESS TOM W GIVENS 1010 200TH STREET COURT E, SPANAWAY, WA 98387 by both first class and certified mail on April 7, 2023, 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 April 8, 2023 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. You have only 20 DAYS from the recording date on this notice to pursue mediation. 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 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: (877) 894-4663 or (800) 606-4819 Website: www.wshfc.org The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Telephone: (800) 5694287 Website: www.hud.gov The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: (800) 606-4819 Website: www. homeownership.wa.gov Dated: May 11, 2023 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: (800) 833-6388 For Reinstatement/Pay Off Quotes, contact MTC Financial Inc. DBA Trustee Corps Order Number 91807, Pub Dates: 8/16/2023, 9/6/2023, EATONVILLE DISPATCH TS No WA06000005-23-1 TO No 230060226

Published Since 1893 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Grantor: NATASHA LYNETTE GREEN, A SINGLE WOMAN Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: Mortgage Solutions of Colorado, LLC DBA Mortgage Solutions Financial Original Trustee of the Deed of Trust: OLD REPUBLIC NATIONAL TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Current Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: Allied First Bank, SB dba Servbank Reference Number of the Deed of Trust: Instrument No. 202008070508 Parcel Number: 0320214135 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on September 15, 2023, 09:00 AM, 2nd Floor Entry Plaza Outside the County Courthouse, Pierce County Superior Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma WA 98402, 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: THE WEST HALF OF THE NORTH 139 FEET OF THE SOUTH 169 FEET OF THAT PORTION OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 20 NORTH, RANGE 3 EAST, W.M. IN PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON, LYING WEST OF AN ALLEY 20 FEET WIDE WHOSE CENTER LINE IS DESCRIBED AS; BEGINNING ON THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SUBDIVISION AT A POINT 160 FEET EAST OF THE NORTHWEST CORNER THEREOF; THENCE SOUTH 300 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO A POINT ON THE NORTH LINE OF EAST 60TH STREET AT A POINT 165 FEET WEST OF THE CENTER LINE OF EAST “B” STREET; SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON. APN: 0320214135 More commonly known as 125 E 60TH ST, TACOMA, WA 98404 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated June 22, 2020, executed by NATASHA LYNETTE GREEN, A SINGLE WOMAN as Trustor(s), to secure obligations in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), as designated nominee for MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS OF COLORADO, LLC, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, recorded August 7, 2020 as Instrument No. 202008070508 and that said Deed of Trust was modified by Modification Agreement and recorded June 23, 2022 as Instrument Number 202206230413 and the beneficial interest was assigned to Mortgage Solutions of Colorado, LLC DBA Mortgage Solutions Financial and recorded February 21, 2023 as Instrument Number 202302210427 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Pierce County, Washington. II. No action commenced by Mortgage Solutions of Colorado, LLC DBA Mortgage Solutions Financial, 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 August 1, 2022 To May 9, 2023 Number of Payments 1 $21,928.96 Total $21,928.96 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION August 1, 2022 May 9, 2023 $79.29 $79.29 PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: June 22, 2020 Note Amount $306,360.00 Interest Paid To: July 1, 2022 Next Due Date: August 1, 2022 Current Beneficiary: Mortgage Solutions of Colorado, LLC DBA Mortgage Solutions Financial Contact Phone No: 866-867-0330 Address: 3138 East Elwood Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $319,859.65, 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 September 15, 2023.

The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by September 4, 2023, (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 September 4, 2023 (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 September 4, 2023 (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, Mortgage Solutions of Colorado, LLC DBA Mortgage Solutions Financial or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): ADDRESS NATASHA LYNETTE GREEN 125 E 60TH ST, TACOMA, WA 98404 by both first class and certifi ed mail on March 8, 2023, 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 March 8, 2023 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. You have only 20 DAYS from the recording date on this notice to pursue mediation. 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 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: (877) 894-4663 or (800) 606-4819 Website: www.wshfc.org The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Telephone: (800) 569-4287 Website: www.hud. gov The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: (800) 6064819 Website: www.homeownership.wa.gov Dated: May 11, 2023 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: (800) 833-6388 For Reinstatement/Pay Off Quotes, contact MTC Financial Inc. DBA Trustee Corps Order Number 91796, Pub Dates: 8/16/2023, 9/6/2023, EATONVILLE DISPATCH T S N o WA 0 8 0 0 0 0 2 7- 2 3 -1 T O N o 230066157-WA-MSI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Grantor: ROBIN TROYER, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York as Trustee for the Certifi cateholders of the CWABS, Inc. Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-16 Original Trustee of the Deed of Trust: TICOR TITLE COMPANY Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Current Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: NewRez LLC FKA New Penn Financial, LLC DBA Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing Reference Number of the Deed of Tr ust: Instr ument No. 200510211186 Parcel Number: 6805000960 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on September 15, 2023, 09:00 AM, 2nd Floor Entry Plaza Outside the County Courthouse, Pierce County Superior Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma WA 98402, 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(S) 8 AND 9 AND THE NORTH 10 FEET OF LOT 10, BLOCK 10, MAP OF PEARSONS FIRST ADDITION, TO THE CITY OF TACOMA, WASHINGTON, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK 4 OF PLATS, PAGE(S) 45, IN PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON. APN: 6805000960 More commonly known as 4817 SOUTH C STREET, TACOMA, WA 98408 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated October 14, 2005, executed by ROBIN TROYER, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN as Trustor(s), to secure obligations in favor of PIERCE COMMERCIAL BANK as original Beneficiary recorded October 21, 2005 as Instrument No. 200510211186 and the benefi cial interest was assigned to THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-16 and recorded October 17, 2011 as Instrument Number 201110170326 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Pierce County, Washington.

II. No action commenced by The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York as Trustee for the Certificateholders of the CWABS, Inc. Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-16, 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 W H E N D U E T H E FO L LO W I N G AMOUNTS WHICH ARE NOW IN ARREARS: DELINQUENT PAYMENT INFORMATION From December 1, 2021 To May 5, 2023 Number of Payments 5 $1,377.12 6 $1,267.78 3 $1,027.27 2 $1,530.96 2 $1,495.83 Total $23,627.67 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION December 1, 2021 May 5, 2023 $38.48 PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated:

October 14, 2005 Note Amount $116,000.00 Interest Paid To: January 1, 2021 Next Due Date: December 1, 2021 Current Beneficiary: The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York as Trustee for the Certificateholders of the CWABS, Inc. Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-16 Contact Phone No: 800-365-7107 Address: 75 Beattie Place, Suite 300, Greenville, SC 29601 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $134,713.97, 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 September 15, 2023. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by September 4, 2023, (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 September 4, 2023 (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 certifi ed checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the September 4, 2023 (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 Benefi ciary, The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York as Trustee for the Certificateholders of the CWABS, Inc. AssetBacked Certificates, Series 2005-16 or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): ADDRESS ROBIN TROYER 4817 SOUTH “C” STREET, TACOMA, WA 98408 ROBIN TROYER C/O HAL J. GEIERSBACH, ATTORNEY, 8910 184TH AVE EAST #F, BONNEY LAKE, WA 98390 ROBIN TROYER C/O MARK E. HURDELBRINK MCCARTHY, CAUSSEAUX & ROURKE, INC., P.S., 902 S. 10TH ST, TACOMA, WA 98405 UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF ROBIN TROYER 4817 SOUTH “C” STREET, TACOMA, WA 98408 by both first class and certified mail on April 7, 2023, 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 April 7, 2023 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. You have only 20 DAYS from the recording date on this notice to pursue mediation. 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 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: (877) 894-4663 or (800) 606-4819 Website: www.wshfc.org The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Telephone: (800) 569-4287 Website: www.hud. gov The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: (800) 6064819 Website: www.homeownership.wa.gov Dated: May 8, 2023 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: (800) 833-6388 For Reinstatement/Pay Off Quotes, contact MTC Financial Inc. DBA Trustee Corps Order Number 91669, Pub Dates: 8/16/2023, 9/6/2023, EATONVILLE DISPATCH

SBA turns 70

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By Small Business Administration

This year marks the 70th anniversary of the U.S. Small Business Administration.

The SBA was founded

by President Dwight D. Eisenhower on July 30, 1953 when he signed the landmark “Small Business Act,” which established the agency and made it a policy to support and protect the interests of small businesses.

“Small businesses are a driving force of our nation’s economy, and the building blocks of our communities.

Small business owners are working hard every day to produce the products and services we rely on, develop innovative technologies, and create jobs that fuel our local economies. For seventy years, the SBA has been dedicated to the mission of helping to start, grow and build resilient businesses.”

SBA Seattle District Director Kerrie Hurd said.

“Here in the Seattle District, it is an honor to deliver this mission with the help of our Resource Partner network and dedicated lenders and stakeholders, we are connecting small business owners with access to capital, government contracting opportunities, disaster assistance, and the training and technical assistance to help them succeed.”

In August, the SBA kicks off a monthlong anniversary celebration, including the announcement of 68 Legacy Business recipients in the coming days and weeks.

Many Legacy Business recipients started small and leveraged SBA resources on their journey to becoming household names.

Learn more about SBA programs, SBA Resource Partners, and connect with local staff by visiting our Seattle District website www. sba.gov/wa.

8 Get gritty: A drier palette and gravel gardens Published Since 1893

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don’t know about you, but saturated. With new plantings, gardeners when I read the phrase avoid overly rich soil which encourages “Northwest Garden style,” I lush growth vulnerable to summer heat take it to mean a predominately spells. shade-loving palette of maples, One issue with gravel planting is that hydrangeas, and ferns. Think the sparse fill allows plenty of pockets moist woodland. for seeds to germinate, so regular hand That is not to discount all weeding, especially during the first years, the sunny gardens full of is important. You can also exploit this Mediterranean and summertendency by planting plants you enjoy that dry plants from South Africa self-sow, whether Verbena bonarensis, and New Zealand, it’s just Eschscholzia californica (California a generalization that stuck poppy), or Bellis perennis, (English daisy).

Erica Browne Grivas somehow, along with rain, Gardening in gravel and concrete offers Get Growing coffee, and grunge. the chance to recycle when renovating, However, the Northwest keeping that waste out of the landfills while garden-style plant palette is creating habitat for flora and fauna. ready for a makeover.

More recently, landscape architecture professor As summer weather is getting increasingly hot, James Hitchmough and designer Tom-Stuart many Seattle gardeners are reimagining their Smith, among others, dumped tons of concrete gardens to use less water and handle the heat. The waste rubble in humps and hummocks to create scorching summers we’ve had recently — and their homes for 900 species of low-water, low-fertility attendant water bills — are enough to make you plants in the Knepp Castle Estate’s “rewilded” think twice before planting another hydrangea (its Walled Garden: knepp.co.uk/rewilding/. name comes from the Greek for “water vessel”).

WATER AN ISSUE Even spring, which used to be a time you could Here in Seattle, reader Sally Cole wrote in to say count on for cool, wet planting weather, has been she has converted her backyard to gravel and her rife with dry spells and heat waves, so even if you wanted to establish a hydrangea, you’ll need to keep parking strip to a rockery and is delighted with the results. the hose handy.

She feels that “In view of the high costs and If you are looking to make your garden more scarcity of resources, it is important that we drought-tolerant or xeric, start from the ground up. conserve water.”

When looking for successful plants for the PNW, When it was time to remove her “leaky” 16“summer-dry” is a more useful term than droughtby-32 swimming pool two years ago, she left the tolerant because we are typically summer-dry and surrounding concrete pathway intact but replaced winter-drenched. Many drought-adapted plants the former pool area with fill soil topped with three will melt away in winter rains, so it’s important to inches of pea gravel and some large boulders. A find ones that can tolerate being wet in winter and patio table and chairs are decorated with flowering dry in summer. pots. It’s still early days, but she says, “… It is really Fast-draining soil is a crucial factor for these quite beautiful.” plants. I’m sure you’ve seen certain plants thrive Unlike full gravel gardens, Cole does not plant in rocky hillsides, rubble, cracked driveways, in the gravel — she is using it as an easy-care and gravel, or grit as the Brits say. It’s a matter of breathable hardscape for her backyard. choosing the right ones for your conditions.

“We are very happy with this design,” she GET GRITTY continues, “because we do not have to water, mow The British have gone a long way to pioneer or fertilize. Additionally, we discovered that fleas and beautiful examples of gravel gardening, famously slugs do not like the gravel. Our project conserves starting with designer Beth Chatto, who turned water, reduces the water expense, lessens the need for her driveway into a renowned destination. Despite chemicals and, most importantly, frees up our time.” being one of the driest areas in England, receiving She envisions the city could come to recommend an average of 20 inches of rain annually, it is never or incentivize such gardens if water becomes harder watered. You can read about it at bethchatto.co.uk to find. or in “Drought-Resistant Planting: Lessons from A garden is made up of countless choices. As we Beth Chatto’s Gravel Garden,” her book from 2016. move into hotter summers, you might want to ask She broke up her compacted soil, laid gravel yourself, like Sally Cole, how much water you want paths, filled beds with compost, spent mushroom to spare for your garden. If you’re not ready for a compost, and bonfire waste and mulched with full gravel garden, you can streamline your effort more gravel. Plants were selected from regions that and water use by dividing your garden into zones. had mild winters and could withstand desiccating If you can’t break up with your hydrangeas, dahlias, wind and summer drought. Before planting, plants or tomatoes, cluster them together in a high-water are dunked in water until their rootballs stop zone and try to incorporate more low-water zones releasing air bubbles — a sign the root ball is fully going forward.

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