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Class of 2005 gathers 20 years later
Eatonville High School’s Class of 2005 gathered on Aug. 9 at Mill Haus Cider in Eatonville to celebrate 20 years since graduation. Twenty classmates attended, making for an intimate evening filled with laughter, reminiscing, and genuine conversation. The class reserved a private,
covered area for the occasion, where food and cake were included with admission. The evening had the added bonus of live music — a common summer treat at Mill Haus —which provided a perfect soundtrack for catching up and sharing memories.
The reunion was organized by a team of dedicated classmates: Jacqueline Hudspeth (Drennan),
Amy Isom, Karly Weishaar (McKee), Nicole Hylton (Farwell), and Lydia Patterson (Thomson). Many agreed that Lydia deserved special credit for pulling the details together and ensuring everything came together smoothly.
It was a very inclusive celebration for the Class of 2005 — anyone who had ever been part of the class was
invited. Significant others were welcome too, and since Mill Haus is kidfriendly, several classmates brought their children. It turned the night into not just a reunion of old friends, but a gathering of families.
Some were hesitant at first, unsure what it might feel like to reconnect after two decades. But once the evening began, nerves quickly gave way
to laughter and joy. Many left pleasantly surprised at just how much fun the night turned out to be. As organizer Lydia Patterson (Thomson) shared on Facebook afterward: “I think we were all surprised how fun it was to get together. There was lots of talk of future reunions, so we'll see what we want to do in the next 5, 10, 15-plus years.”
Excited for school to return
As we begin the 2025–2026 school year, I want to share my deepest gratitude with our entire Eatonville community.
The past few years have shown us what is possible when staff, families, and community partners work together and this year promises to be one of our best yet.
This summer, our staff worked tirelessly to prepare for our nearly 2,000 students. From training and planning to collaboration and classroom setup, they gave countless hours to ensure every child is welcomed into a safe, engaging, and inspiring learning environment. We are so excited to welcome back our students!
TRACK & FIELD PROJECT UPDATE
The long-awaited Eatonville Track, Field, and Stadium Project is officially underway!
While construction was delayed by staterequired reviews, we received final approval on Aug. 18. The very next day, heavy equipment rolled in, and excavation began soon after. Progress is unfolding quickly, and you can follow along on our social media pages. Although this means our athletes will play their home football games in nearby stadiums this season, the wait will be worth it. By next fall, Eatonville will celebrate the opening of a state-of-the-art field a lasting investment for students, athletes, and families for generations to come.
We are also close to final approval on the replacement stadium. I will share updates as soon as they are available. Thank you to our voters for making this project possible and for supporting our school district every step of the way.
STAFF TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL GROWTH
Our staff is leading the way with new tools and training designed to inspire students:
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Eatonville High School’s Class of 2005 gathered on Aug. 9 at Mill Haus Cider in Eatonville to celebrate 20 years since graduation.
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Fall prevention event provides strategies, resources
Falls pose a significant threat to older adults aged 65 and older. Results of falls can range from minor injuries to hospitalization — or even death. The consequences can be life-altering, often requiring long recovery periods and, in some cases, making it difficult or impossible to live independently. The good news is that most falls are preventable, and there are many effective strategies to reduce the risk.
Join the mission of making Pierce County falls free by visiting the 2025 Fall Prevention Day event. Sponsored by Pierce County Human Services and the Pierce County Fall Prevention Coalition, the event will be held on Sept. 22, from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Mel Korum Family YMCA located at
302 43rd Ave SE, Puyallup, to raise awareness about fall-related injuries among older adults.
Participants will learn valuable information for fall prevention; have the opportunity to receive blood pressure checks, balance assessments, and join exercise demos by healthcare professionals; win giveaways and more! Service providers and other community resources will be available to support fall prevention awareness.
This event is free and open to the public. No RSVP or YMCA membership is required. For more information about fall prevention, call the Pierce County Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) at 253-798-4600, email PCFPCoalition@gmail.com, or visit the event website at www.fallsfreepiercecounty.org.
does so by accepting books and other donations and conducting book sales during the year. All of the funds are used to supplement the various library programs that enrich the local community.
To learn more about the group, contact Mike Eaton at 253-310–7709 or reach him in person at the library any Friday. There is no obligation. Application forms to join the organization are available at the library.
9th Circuit Court rebuffs bid to overturn WA state voting map
By Carleen Johnson
The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals on Wednesday ruled in favor of a group of voters in the Yakima Valley in a case concerning recently redrawn legislative boundaries in Washington state. The court said the new boundaries for the 15th Legislative District do not discriminate based on race.
This means Republican state Sen. Nikki Torres of Pasco will have to move if she wants to run again in 2026 because a new map detailing the boundaries of Washington’s legislative districts has effectively drawn her out of the district.
“The district court’s thoughtful attention to the details of the maps, population and voter numbers, and viable alternatives does not furnish evidence of racial predominance. Instead, it confirms that race was not the predominant factor in shaping the map,” U.S. Circuit Judge M. Margaret McKeown wrote in a 31-page ruling.
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Teachers received hands-on training with Interactive Panel Boards — now installed across the district — and explored ways to responsibly integrate technology through School AI.
Paraeducators deepened their skills in Positive Behavior Supports, helping us meet students’ academic and social needs.
Bus drivers completed their in-service training and are ready for another safe, successful year. Remarkably, our transportation team has maintained 18 consecutive months without a single canceled route — that’s 100% commitment to our students and families.
SAFETY & COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
At our Welcome Back Day, we were honored by the Kids Heart Challenge and the American Heart Association, with a generous $25,000 investment from Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital. This gift will:
■ Replace AEDs and provide CPR/ AED certifications,
■ Supply 10 CPR training kits (including 100 mannequins) for handsonly CPR training, and Support the development of a Cardiac Emergency Response Plan.
These resources ensure our schools, staff, and students are better prepared in the event of an emergency.
SUMMER SUCCESSES
This summer, 52 elementary students participated in tutoring that blended academic support with socialemotional growth. Thanks to our staff and generous donors, these students entered the new school year with additional academic skills, confidence and momentum.
SCHOOL BOARD FOCUS
At their annual retreat, our School Board directors reviewed the district’s
The redistricting case goes back to 2021, when the Washington State Redistricting Commission reorganized the district to include a Latino majority.
In 2022, Susan Soto Palmer sued the state, arguing that the 15th Legislative District map violated the Voting Rights Act by diluting the voting strength of Latino voters.
A U.S. District court judge later threw out the redraw and required the state commission to create new boundaries ahead of the 2024 legislative session. The redrawn map included changes to 13 other districts.
“The city of Yakima kind of feels like a segregated place. On the west side of Yakima, we have wealthier, whiter communities that have better infrastructure and resources. The east side, where Latinos and other people of color tend to live, people have less access to resources and worse infrastructure. In fact, some places in Yakima County don’t even
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strategic plan and adopted goals for 2025–2026:
Goal 1: Academic Excellence – Clearly communicate expectations and celebrate multiple measures of student success.
Goal 2: Preparation for Life – Provide pathways for career exploration and skill development to prepare students for the future.
These goals align with our mission: Eatonville schools inspire lifelong learners by providing opportunities for growth and academic achievement in a respectful and caring environment.
CELEBRATING STUDENT GROWTH
Our focus on academic achievement and attendance last year yielded impressive results. For example, science proficiency rose from 48% to 67% in 5th grade, and from 34% to 54% in 11th grade. Our English Language Arts (ELA) progress was likewise impressive! I want to thank our students and parents for supporting our efforts to improve attendance, contributing to our remarkable academic success. These gains highlight the power of high expectations paired with strong support. This year, we will build on those successes while adding a stronger emphasis on math.
LOOKING AHEAD
As we begin this school year, I am filled with pride for all we’ve accomplished together and excitement for what lies ahead. Whether through the dedication of our staff, the leadership of our board, the support of our families, or the partnerships of our community, Eatonville continues to demonstrate what it means to be Eatonville Strong. Thank you for your trust, your support, and your belief in our students. Together, we are building a future rooted in excellence and community strength.
Jay Brower is Superintendent of Eatonville School District
Senior days at Northwest Trek Wildlife Park
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A wild deal to connect with nature is available for seniors. Northwest Trek Wildlife Park is bringing back Senior Days this September, a special offer for guests aged 65 and older to experience the wild at half the price. On select days, general admission is just $13 at the gate, a 50% savings off regular pricing.
Senior Days are available on: Sept. 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, and 30 (Offer available at the gate only; not online.)
Whether you visit once or return for all nine days, each trip offers a fresh chance to connect with wildlife, enjoy serene forest landscapes, and unwind in nature.
Admission includes the
popular Discovery Tram Tour, a 40-minute, naturalist-narrated journey through the wildlife park’s 435-acre Free-Roaming Area. Watch as herds of bison, Roosevelt elk, moose, mountain goats, bighorn sheep, and deer move through their expansive, natural habitat.
September is also peak elk rut season, when bull elk bugle, spar, and compete for dominance. It’s a captivating wildlife event not to be missed.
Senior Days make for the perfect outing with grandchildren, too. Explore animal habitats, stroll scenic forest trails, and let kids play freely at Kids’ Trek, the wildlife park’s half-acre, naturethemed playground. For more details, visit nwtrek.org.
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Sen. King calls on WA AG to invalidate law letting state lease unused highway lands
By Brett Davis
State Sen. Curtis King, R-Yakima, is not a fan of recently enacted Substitute House Bill 1774.
The law, which went into effect on July 27, allows the Washington State Department of Transportation to lease unused highway land to public agencies, nonprofits and tribes for “community purposes” such as affordable housing, shelters, parks and salmon habitat restoration.
“The Legislature cannot repurpose highway lands that were paid for by taxpayers and, in many cases, supported with federal dollars,
just to hand them over for unrelated uses like housing or parks,” King said in a Citizen Action Defense Fund news release announcing a demand letter he sent formally requesting state Attorney General Nick Brown investigate and take legal action to invalidate SHB 1774. “This is a misuse of public funds and a violation of the Constitution.”
According to the CADF, which is representing King in this matter, SHB 1774 could violate the Washington State Takings Clause and the federal Property Clause because the leases might constitute an unauthorized taking of public
have street signs,” Soto Palmer wrote in October 2023.
As previously reported by The Center Square, the basis of the legal claim was that the Washington State Redistricting Commission fractured the Yakima Valley’s Latino communities when the new boundaries were drawn.
Ironically, Torres, the first Latina senator elected to represent a central Washington district, noted that after the redistricting, Latinos lost representation in her district.
Many Republicans, including Torres, claimed it was an attempt by the Democratic Party to gain seats in the state Legislature.
“It remains clear that what is happening here is gerrymandering at its finest. The Latino community was significantly, negatively impacted: A district that was once 52% Latino is now at only 50%,” Torres noted in a Wednesday news release following the 9th Circuit Court’s ruling.
“What the plaintiff Soto Palmer didn't like was that a Latina was elected, but it was the wrong Latina, so she wasn't happy with that, so they took it back to the courts and asked them to redraw the lines,” Torres said.
The 9th Circuit Court found that Torres and others in the appeal had no standing because they did not show actual harm.
She explained she will have to move her primary residence next year to retain her seat in the 15th Legislative District.
“If I need to move, then I will have to move to be in the new 15th,” Torres said. “I’m willing to do it, especially because, you know, I think this whole gerrymandering issue, it needs to have a bigger spotlight on it, and I want to show them, ‘Hey, look, you can keep redistricting me out but I’m still here and I’m still going to fight for the constituents and be the bigger person because gerrymandering is – I don't care who does it – it's not right.’”
Torres said she and her team are considering the next steps following Wednesday’s legal blow. However, given recent gerrymandering issues in Texas and California, they
property for private use without fair market value, contravene the Washington Constitution's requirement for exclusive highway use of highway lands, and ignore federal requirements for obtaining approval and charging fair market value for federally-assisted highway lands.
Rep. Jake Fey, D-Tacoma, is the prime sponsor of SHB 1774.
He said the law will unlock stateowned surplus highway land for community use.
“Too much valuable land sits idle while our communities face urgent needs,” he said in May at a ceremony where Gov. Bob Ferguson
signed SHB 1774 into law. “This law gives us the tools to use public property for public good – from creating housing to revitalizing neglected public spaces.”
The Center Square contacted the Attorney General’s Office and WSDOT for comment on the demand letter.
“Our role is generally to defend laws passed by the Legislature, not seek to invalidate them,”
AGO Communications Director Nina Jenkins emailed The Center Square. “We see no basis to deviate from that normal role here.”
Acting WSDOT Communications Director Stefanie Randolph also responded.
“We’re aware of the letter,” she said in an email. “I recommend you contact the Attorney General’s office and Sen. King.”
Jackson Maynard, CADF executive director and counsel, said King is trying to protect taxpayers.
“This law invites costly litigation, undermines constitutional protections for taxpayers, and risks Washington’s compliance with federal highway funding rules,” Maynard said in CADF’s news release. “We are calling on the attorney general to step in immediately before taxpayers are left holding the bag.”
hope the U.S. Supreme Court weighs in.
“There’s still an opportunity for the Supreme Court to take it up, and I’m hoping that it will get a bigger spotlight,” Torres noted.
State Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia, running for U.S. Congress in Washington’s 3rd Congressional District, told The Center Square on Thursday that he also hopes the nation’s highest court will take up the gerrymandering issue.
“I fully expect that it will be appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court,” Braun said. “The Democrats are using the Federal Voting Rights Act not for the intention it was passed under, but strictly for political purposes to increase their majorities in Olympia in this case. It's wrong. It's frankly un-American, and we shouldn't allow it to stand.”
SEPA DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE NOTICE IS GIVEN
A SEPA Determination of Non-Significance was made on August 26th, 2025, for the Town of Eatonville’s Comprehensive Water System Update. This non-project action is in the process of approval and certification. Draft copies of the update are available at Eatonville Town Hall, 201 Center Street West, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM. Any questions or comments regarding the proposal may be directed to: Nick Moore, 201 Center Street W, PO Box 309, Eatonville, WA 98328, (360) 832-3361 and must be submitted before September 17th at 5:00 PM.
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Published September 3, 2025.
Phone and Internet Discounts Available to CenturyLink Customers
The Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission designated CenturyLink as an Eligible Telecommunications Carrier within its service area for universal service purposes. CenturyLink’s basic local service rates for residential voice lines are $32.00 per month and business services are $48.50 per month. Specific rates will be provided upon request.
CenturyLink participates in the Lifeline program, which makes residential telephone or qualifying broadband service more affordable to eligible lowincome individuals and families. Eligible customers may qualify for Lifeline discounts of $5.25/month for voice or bundled voice service or $9.25/ month for qualifying broadband or broadband bundles. Residents who live on federally recognized Tribal Lands may qualify for additional Tribal benefits if they participate in certain additional federal eligibility programs. The Lifeline discount is available for only one telephone or qualifying broadband service per household, which can be either a wireline or wireless service. Broadband speeds must be at least 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload to qualify.
A household is defined as any individual or group of individuals who live together at the same address and share income and expenses. Services are not transferable, and only eligible consumers may enroll in these programs. Consumers who willfully make false statements to obtain these discounts can be punished by fine or imprisonment and can be barred from these programs.
If you live in a CenturyLink service area, visit https://www.centurylink.com/ aboutus/community/community-development/lifeline.html for additional information about applying for these programs or call 1-800-201-4099 with questions.
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Sound Transit faces $30B cost surge; no tax fix on the table so far
Sound Transit’s capital project costs are projected to increase by up to $30 billion as a result of rising costs, but so far no tax proposals have been pitched to plug the gap.
Overall, the accumulative impact of cost pressures represents a 20% to 25% increase over the agency’s current long-range financial plan.
Sound Transit’s 30year financial plan – set at $150.5 billion – could increase by somewhere between approximately $22 billion and $30 billion due to cost growth on the agency’s capital program. The capital program includes major ST3 light rail projects that would connect the agency’s transit network to Seattle’s Ballard and West Seattle neighborhoods, Tacoma, Everett, South Kirkland and Issaquah. ST3 was approved by voters in 2016 and created Sound Transit’s own sales and use tax, along with a 25-cent per $1,000 property tax that the average King County homeowner pays $220 annually.
OnAugust 19, 2025 Ron Overli went to be with the Lord.
Ron was born in Tacoma, Washington, raised in Eatonville, Washington. Joined the Navy in 1958 - 1961. Married the love of his life, Linda in 1960. Ron worked in his father in law’s Roto Rooter business in Oakland, California.
Ron and family moved to Lake Tahoe in 1972. Ron fully immersed himself in his new business, Overli Plumbing/Roto Rooter. He was a member of the Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church, joined the Tahoe Douglas Rotary and Tahoe Douglas Chamber of Commerce. He was active in both.
Ron is survived by his wife, Linda of 65 years, sons Steven, Scott (Dani), Chosen daughter, Wendy Carry. Grandchildren, Morgan Aria (James) and Kyton. Great Granddaughter, Linnea.
Preceded in death, Granddaughter Jasmine Overli. Siblings, Betty Wells, Donny Overli and Marie Lopez.
Ron was well known for his hugs, sense of humor and was a jitter bug extraordinaire!
The flagged rise in costs are a broad result of lower revenues and higher financing costs, as well as cost pressures resulting from supply chain disruptions and labor shortages. Cost pressures related to improved service delivery could require an additional $5 billion. This is mainly driven by lower-thanexpected sales tax revenue forecasts and higher financing costs to fund capital and service cost increases.
If Sound Transit does not take proactive steps to keep cost trends in line with projected revenue, the agency will face an unaffordable long-range plan. However, Thursday’s presentation to the board of directors
WA State Bar Association complaint filed against Solicitor General Noah Purcell
Washington Solicitor General Noah Purcell is the focus of a Washington State Bar Association complaint alleging misconduct for responding on Attorney General Nick Brown’s behalf in a separate bar complaint, and directly communicating with private law firm Perkins Coie without its attorney’s consent.
notes that the agency still has significant financial capacity to deliver what ST3 promised when it was first approved by voters in 2016. Current balances are strong with $7.1 billion in cash and investments as of July. Expenditures are expected to exhaust cash by the 2030s when major construction starts.
King County Executive Shannon Braddock had an optimistic response to the increase in costs, saying the fiscal challenges provide opportunities for the board to take greater care in building Sound Transit’s transportation system.
Seattle City Councilmember Dan Strauss, who is
Ron Overli
November 4, 1939 - August 19, 2025
Family was first and all enjoyed camping and boating on Lake Tahoe. Wrestling with the boys was a fun bonding activity. Ron had his pilot’s license and enjoyed flying and dirt biking. He was active in the outdoors, loved fishing, golfing and billiards too. He was a great card player as well. What brought him a lot of joy was rooting for the Raiders!
Ron and Linda wintered at their home in Palm Desert and made it their permanent residence in 2021.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests any memorial donations in Ron’s name go to the Alzheimer’s Association.
There will be a private family gathering later on this year.
The complaint comes right after news broke that Brown faces an inquiry by the bar association over an amicus brief filed in support of Perkins Coie, The Center Square reported this month.
Although WSBA is a private organization and the complaints are made against individuals as private attorneys, both these complaints concern activities by attorneys in public offices who have used taxpayer resources to respond to at least one complaint, making communications regarding the inquiry subject to public disclosure.
In March, several Washington AGO attorneys including Purcell communicated via email with Perkins Coie attorneys regarding an amicus brief the AGO was working on in support of the law firm’s motion for a temporary restraining order against President Donald Trump’s executive orders cancelling the firm’s federal contracts and revoking its security clearance.
The amicus brief, signed by 20 other state attorneys general, was filed in federal court the day after Perkins Coie filed its motion, which was ultimately granted. The complaint itself is in the process of appeal by the Trump administration.
The emails sent to and from Purcell, a former Perkins Coie attorney, along with Deputy Solicitor General Emma Grunberg concerned drafts for both the amicus brief as well as the complaint, in addition to AGO suggestions on where and when to file the lawsuit. Although Grunberg ultimately signed the amicus brief, along with Brown, Purcell did not sign it.
However, not included in any of those communications between the AGO and Perkins Coie was Williams & Connolly, a D.C.-based law firm that Perkins Coie hired to represent the firm in its lawsuit.
Perkin Coie’s complaint filed in federal court was signed by Dane Butswinkas, a partner at Williams & Connolly. There was no
communication between the Washington AGO and anyone at Williams & Connolly regarding the amicus brief in records obtained by The Center Square subject to an open records request.
A provision in Washington state’s Rule of Professional Conduct is "Communication with Person Represented by Counsel,” which states the following: "In representing a client, a lawyer shall not communicate about the subject of the representation with a person the lawyer knows to be represented by another lawyer in the matter, unless the lawyer has the consent of the other lawyer or is authorized to do so by law or a court order."
The ethics complaint filed against Purcell with the WSBA argues that “if the Perkins recipients were not acting as litigation counsel in that matter, these direct discussions circumvented counsel of record... Even if some recipients were lawyers, there is no indication W&C consented to direct contacts or designated those individuals as litigation counsel.”
When The Center Square reached out to the WSBA for comment, Chief Communications and Outreach Officer
Sara Niegowski wrote that an attorney communicating with another attorney’s client without their consent can be unethical, but “there are many elements that require careful case-by-case analysis in actual situations, such as the nature of the representation and/or the lawyer’s state of mind and/or subject matter of the communication. The rule says what it says, and that must be interpreted in light of all the case-specific facts.”
The Center Square reached out to Butswinkas to inquire whether he was aware of the communications between the AGO and Perkins Coie and if he had consented to the direct communications. He did not respond.
The Center Square also reached out to the Washington AGO as to whether it received permission from Williams & Connolly to directly communicate with Perkins Coie, but did not receive a response.
When asked about the AGO’s email communication with Perkins Coie, Niegowski declined to comment.
The WSBA complaint against Purcell also concerns a response he wrote to the WSBA on behalf of Brown and “the State Attorney General’s Office” regarding a complaint filed after The Center Square broke the story that Perkins Coie had 10 active contracts with the AGO that were not disclosed in the amicus brief. The response was sent to WSBA almost a month after it threatened Brown with an interim suspension of his license to practice law for failing to initially respond. Purcell's response came a day after The Center Square reached out to the WSBA for comment on the matter.
“Mr. Purcell did not state he was privately retained by Mr. Brown,” the Aug. 23 complaint states. “The WSBA disciplinary matter is personal to Mr. Brown and the AGO is not a party. Mr. Purcell is a necessary and material fact witness regarding the amicus drafting and coordination with Perkins Coie. These matters are central to the grievance against Mr. Brown. Acting as an advocate and representing the respondent attorney in the related disciplinary matter would be improper if this proceeds to a hearing or related litigation where Mr. Purcell is a likely necessary witness."
The complaint also noted that “AGO resources (letterhead, systems, and personnel) were used to prepare and transmit the ODC (office of Disciplinary Counsel) response for Mr. Brown’s personal disciplinary matter.”
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The city of Tacoma, Wash., is requesting that the Pierce County Superior Court dismiss action on a lawsuit regarding a stalled $20 minimum wage measure.
On Aug. 22, the city filed a response to a lawsuit brought on by United Food and Commercial Workers Local 367, Tacoma for All, and the Tacoma Democratic Socialists of America. They allege that Tacoma and Pierce County did not act promptly to ensure a citizen's initiative, which aims to establish a "workers' bill of rights” on the November ballot.
governments by ordinance or city charter.
In Tacoma, the local power of initiative is set forth in Section 2.19 of the city charter. This section of the charter establishes that the power of the voters to submit an initiative is subject to an unqualified 30-day period of review by the council.
"The review period is part of the checks and balances the voters have included in the charter as a limitation upon initiative power,”
Tacoma’s response reads.
between July 15 and Aug. 5 regarding the proposed ballot measure, with scheduling requirements and other demands being flagged as great concerns for council members.
Initiative 2 would increase Tacoma’s minimum wage from $16.66 to $20 per hour in a phased-in approach. The city claims the proposal includes a complex set of regulations that would negatively impact Tacoma residents.
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The plaintiff’s complaint alleges that Pierce County illegally delayed the verification of signatures for the ballot initiative, and then Tacoma used the delay to illegally
also a member of the Sound Transit Board of Directors, echoed that sentiment.
“I’m viewing this as an opportunity for us to really kick the wheels of these trains to ensure that everything is sturdy so we can be successful in the future,” Strauss said during Thursday’s meeting.
In a statement following the meeting,
run out the clock beyond the Aug. 5 deadline to place the measure on November's general election ballot.
However, the city’s response alleges that the coalition of organizations are complaining that the county auditor should not
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell said he firmly believes the best approach to managing costs is by advancing Sound Transit projects as quickly as possible.
“Every day of delay adds unnecessary expense to taxpayers. That’s why Seattle has taken unprecedented steps to support Sound Transit’s work, including streamlining our permitting processes and expanding our partnership team,” Harrell said.
The Seattle mayor is also advocating for
have followed state law and that the city council should not have followed the city charter.
Tacoma argues that unlike state initiative power, local initiative power is not a constitutional right, but instead must be authorized by local
“Petitioners were fully aware of the review period embedded in the charter and cannot now complain that their failure to timely submit signatures for validation should vitiate these provisions of the charter.”
The Tacoma City Council held three study sessions
the agency to prioritize the West Seattle and Ballard Link extension projects because they will deliver to denser neighborhoods and increase ridership on the Link light rail.
Sound Transit Board Member Claudia Balducci – who also serves on the King County Council – says the agency should consider “big swings” to “finish the spine,” referring to connecting Link light rail services from the city of Everett down south
According to a document filed by attorney Katelyn Kinn on Aug. 18, she and another lawyer, Knoll Lowney, had a phone call with Tacoma City Attorney Chris Bacha. According to Kinn and Lowney, Bacha indicated during their phone call that the initiative would not appear on the ballot and that its sponsors would need to restart the signature-gathering process for the 2026 general election.
A hearing for The United Food and Commercial Workers Local 367 vs. Pierce County was scheduled for Tuesday.
to Tacoma.
Balducci said the agency could reconsider if Seattle needs a second downtown tunnel as part of the ST3 ballot measure.
“We could save a lot of money; we could deliver West Seattle to Ballard and the spine faster,” Balducci said.
Next month, the agency’s Finance and Audit Committee will make initial assessments of policy and revenue opportunities to increase financial capacity.
Pierce County's County-City Building in Tacoma.
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Savvy Senior: Is Social Security still taxable?
By Jim Miller
Dear Savvy Senior, Do I have to pay taxes on my Social Security retirement benefits?
I heard that President Trump’s big, beautiful bill eliminated that. What can you tell me?
About to Retire
Dear About, No, the new law, better known as the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’ did not eliminate Social Security taxes. It did, however, provide a temporary “senior bonus” deduction (starting in 2025 through 2028) of up to $6,000 that will apply to taxpayers, age 65 and older, who earn up to $75,000 for singles or $150,000 for joint filers. If you earn over that amount, the deduction starts phasing out.
Also note that the senior bonus is a deduction, not a refundable credit, so it will not help lower-earning seniors who owe no income taxes.
WHO OWES SSA TAXES?
Whether or not you’ll be required to pay federal income tax on your Social Security benefits will depend on your income and filing status. About 40 percent of Social Security recipients have total incomes high enough to trigger federal income tax on their benefits.
To figure out if your benefits will be taxable, you’ll need to add up all of your “provisional income,” which includes wages, taxable and nontaxable interest, dividends, pensions and taxable retirement-plan distributions, self-employment, and other taxable income, plus half your annual Social Security benefits, minus certain deductions used in figuring your adjusted gross income.
To help you with the calculations, get a copy of IRS Publication 915 “Social Security and Equivalent Railroad Retirement Benefits,” which provides detailed instructions and worksheets. You can download it at IRS.gov/pub/irspdf/p915.pdf or call the IRS at 800829-3676 and ask them to mail you a free copy.
After you do the calculations, the IRS says that if you’re single and your total income from all of the listed sources is:
■ Less than $25,000, your Social Security will not be subject to federal income tax.
■ Between $25,000 and $34,000, up to 50 percent of your Social Security benefits will be taxed at your regular
income-tax rate.
■ More than $34,000, up to 85 percent of your benefits will be taxed. If you’re married and filing jointly and the total from all sources is:
■ Less than $32,000, your Social Security won’t be taxed.
■ Between $32,000 and $44,000, up to 50 percent of your Social Security benefits will be taxed.
■ More than $44,000, up to 85 percent of your benefits will be taxed.
If you’re married and file a separate return, you probably will pay taxes on your benefits.
You can also find out if any of your benefits are taxable through the IRS online tax tool that asks a series of questions that will help you determine your status. To access this tool, go to IRS.gov/Help/ ITA – click on “Social Security or railroad retirement tier I benefitsAre mine taxable?”
To limit potential taxes on your benefits, you’ll need to be cautious when taking distributions from retirement accounts or other sources. In addition to triggering ordinary income tax, a distribution that raises your gross income can bump up the proportion of your Social Security benefits that are subject to taxes.
HOW TO FILE
If you find that part of your Social Security benefits will be taxable, you’ll need to file using Form 1040 or Form 1040-SR. You also need to know that if you do owe taxes, you’ll need to make quarterly estimated tax payments to the IRS, or you can choose to have it automatically withheld from your benefits.
To have it withheld, you’ll need to complete IRS Form W-4V, Voluntary Withholding Request (IRS. gov/pub/irs-pdf/fw4v.pdf), and file it with your local Social Security office.
STATE TAXATION
In addition to the federal government, nine states – Colorado, Connecticut, Minnesota, Montana, New Mexico, Rhode Island, Utah, Vermont and West Virginia – tax Social Security benefits to some extent too. If you live in one of these states, check with your state tax agency for details.
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A fall-forward fruit crisp
By Lynda Balslev
This luscious fruit crisp is a perfect dessert for an early fall evening. Look to September's harvest and gather late-season stone fruit and autumnal pears for this homey baked dessert. Then fortify the filling and topping with dried fruit and nuts for extra substance, sweetness and texture.
The key to a good fruit crisp is to combine a bounty of fruits at their peak in flavor, enhanced with a dusting of sugar and spice. Use a light hand with the sugar; let the fruit do the heavy lifting to sweeten the dish. The topping should be crisp and crumbly, not cloyingly sweet. Add oats and nuts for a hearty, crunchy texture. (This is why the dessert is called a crisp and not a crumble. A crumble does not include oats and relies on flour to create a clumpier topping.) For a garnish, add a simple dollop of gently sweetened whipped cream to complement the luscious fruit. This recipe is forgiving, so rely on it as a template. You can switch in other fruits or berries to your taste, but try to provide a variety of textures and color. Ideally, use a vessel that allows for a deep, evenly distributed layer of fruit. Spread a thick layer of streusel topping evenly over the filling. The streusel can be made gluten-free by substituting gluten-free oats or quinoa oats and using a gluten-free flour blend. You can also make a double batch of the topping and refrigerate it for up to one week or freeze for up to one month for a future crisp.
PEAR AND PLUM CRISP WITH WALNUT STREUSEL
Active time: 25 minutes
Total time: 1 hour and 20 minutes
Yield: Serves 6
Streusel Topping:
■ 1 cup regular or gluten-free oats
■ 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
■ 3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
■ 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
■ 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
■ 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
■ 3/4 cup unsalted butter, chilled, cut in cubes
■ 1 cup walnuts or pecans, chopped
Whipped Cream:
■ 1 cup heavy cream
■ 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
■ 1 1/2 tablespoons Calvados or Poire Williams brandy (optional)
Filling:
■ 5 ripe but still firm pears, such as Bartlett, Bosc or Anjou, peeled and cored, cut in 1-inch chunks
■ 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
■ 8 pitted dried prunes, thickly sliced
■ 4 plums, cut in bite-size pieces
■ 1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar
■ 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
■ 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
■ 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
Prepare the topping: In the bowl of a food processor, combine all the topping ingredients except the butter and nuts. Pulse once or twice to combine. Add the butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse meal and the butter pieces are pea-sized, 3 to 4 pulses. Transfer the streusel to a bowl and stir in the walnuts. Cover and refrigerate until use. Prepare the whipped cream: Beat the cream in the bowl of an electric mixer with a wire whisk until thickened. Add the sugar and brandy, if using. Continue to beat until soft peaks form. Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate until use. (The cream can be made up to 3 hours in advance. Refrigerate until use.)
Heat the oven to 375 degrees. Place the pears in a bowl and toss with the lemon juice (this will prevent them from discoloring). Add the remaining ingredients and stir to combine. Spoon the fruit into a 2- to 2 1/2-quart baking dish. Spread the streusel evenly over the top and around the edges.
Transfer to the oven and bake until the crisp is bubbly, the pears are soft and the topping is golden brown, about 50 minutes. Remove and cool slightly to allow the flavors to develop and the filling to set. Serve slightly warm or at room temperature with whipped cream.
Lynda Balslev is an awardwinning writer, cookbook author, and recipe developer based in northern California. Visit TasteFood at TasteFoodblog.com.
File No: 25-01475WA NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to RCW 61.24 et seq. Grantor(s) of Deed of Trust Michelle A. Schindler Current Beneficiary Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC Current Trustee Affinia Default Services, LLC Current Mortgage Servicer LoanCare, LLC Deed of Trust Recording Number (Ref. #) 202103301497 Parcel Number(s) 5270000330 I. NO-
TICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee will on September 12, 2025, at 9:00 AM sell at public auction located 2nd Floor Entry Plaza Outside the County Courthouse, Pierce County Superior Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma WA 98402, to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the followingdescribed real property, situated in the County of Pierce, State of Washington, to wit: LOT 2 IN BLOCK 4 OF LINCOLN HEIGHTS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF TACOMA, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN VOLUME 14 OF PLATS, PAGE 61, RECORDS OF PIERCE COUNTY AUDITOR; TOGETHER WITH THAT PORTION OF VACATED STREET ABUTTING PER ORDINANCE NO. 27235 AND RECORDED UNDER AUDITOR’S FILE NO. 200503301404; SITUATE IN THE CITY OF TACOMA, COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON. Commonly known as: 7 Clark Pl., Tacoma, WA 98409 The above property is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated March 17, 2021, recorded March 30, 2021, under Auditor’s File No. 202103301497, records of Pierce County, Washington, from Michelle A. Schindler, as Grantor, to Chicago Title Insurance Company as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as designated nominee for Nations Lending Corporation, beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned to Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC, under an Assignment recorded under Auditor’s File No. 202412230036. 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 $20,557.40 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 $251,104.62, together with interest as provided in the Note or other instrument secured from August 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 September 12, 2025. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III must be cured by September 01, 2025 (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 September 01, 2025 (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 September 01, 2025 (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: Michelle A. Schindler 7 Clark Pl Tacoma, WA 98409 by both first class and certified mail on March 17, 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 March 17, 2025. 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: 1-877-894HOME (1-877-894-4663) Website: http://www.dfi.wa.gov/consumers/ homeownership/post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure.htm The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Telephone: 1-800569-4287 Website: http://www.hud. gov/offices/hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/index.cfm? webListAction=search&searchstate= WA&filterSvc=dfc The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: 1-800-606-4819 Website: http://nwjustice.org/whatclear 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 04/24/2025 By: Natalie Mattera Name: Natalie Mattera Title: Foreclosure Specialist of Affinia Default Services, LLC 16000 Christensen Rd., Suite 310 Tukwila, WA 98188 (425) 800-4703 NPP0473564 To: DISPATCH (PIERCE) 08/13/2025, 09/03/2025
File No: 25-01493WA NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to RCW 61.24 et seq. Grantor(s) of Deed of Trust Charles P Heintz Current Beneficiary Truist Bank Current Trustee Affinia Default Services, LLC Current Mortgage Servicer Truist Bank Deed of Trust Recording Number (Ref. #) 201308300635 Parcel Number(s) 888060-013-0 I. NO-
TICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee will on September 12, 2025, at 9:00 AM sell at public auction located 2nd Floor Entry Plaza Outside the County Courthouse, Pierce County Superior 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 6 IN BLOCK 2, SYLVAN PARK SIXTH ADDITION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN VOLUME 17 OF PLATS AT PAGE 99, RECORDS OF PIERCE COUNTY, AUDITOR, SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON. Commonly known as: 3114 89th St. S., Lakewood, WA 98499 The above property is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated August 28, 2013, recorded August 30, 2013, under Auditor’s File No. 201308300635, records of Pierce County, Washington, from Charles P Heintz, 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 Network Funding, L.P., beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned to Truist Bank, under an Assignment recorded under Auditor’s File No. 202312110212. 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 $14,263.26 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 $94,276.84, together with interest as provided in the Note or other instrument secured from September 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 September 12, 2025. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III must be cured by September 01, 2025 (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 September 01, 2025 (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 September 01, 2025 (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: Charles P Heintz 3114 89th St S Lakewood, WA 98499 by both first class and certified mail on March 18, 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 March 18, 2025. 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 (1-877-8944663) Website: http://www.dfi.wa.gov/ consumers/homeownership/post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure.htm The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Telephone: 1-800-569-4287 Website: http://www. hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/index.cfm ?webListAction=search&searchstate=W A&filterSvc=dfc The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: 1-800-606-4819 Website: http://nwjustice.org/what-clear 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 04/24/2025
By: Natalie Mattera Name: Natalie Mattera Title: Foreclosure Specialist of Affinia Default Services, LLC 16000 Christensen Rd., Suite 310 Tukwila, WA 98188 (425) 800-4703 NPP0473665 To: DISPATCH (PIERCE) 08/13/2025, 09/03/2025
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 September 9, 2025. 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 September 3, 2025 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 September 10, 2025. 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 September 3, 2025
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON (rcw46.55.130), GRAHAM TOWING #5124 WILL SELL ABANDONED VEHICLES TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER ON September 9, 2025 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 September 3, 2025
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. ROBERT DICKSON; UNKNOWN HEIRS, ASSIGNS AND DEVISEES OF RICHARD DICKSON; THE WASHINGTON STATE HOUSING FINANCE COMMISSION; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE, INC.; OCCUPANTS OF THE PROPERTY, Defendants. Case No.: 25-2-09173-8 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION To: ROBERT DICKSON; UNKNOWN HEIRS, ASSIGNS AND DEVISEES OF RICHARD DICKSON; OCCUPANTS OF THE PROPERTY, THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO THE SAID DEFENDANTS: 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 27th day of August, 2025, and defend the above entitled action in the above entitled court, and answer the complaint of the Plaintiff, Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for Plaintiff, McCarthy & Holthus, LLP at the 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. The basis for the complaint is a foreclosure of the property commonly known as 11619 122ND ST E, PUYALLUP, WA 98374, Pierce County, Washington as a result of a default under the terms of the note and deed of trust. DATED: August 18, 2025 McCarthy & Holthus, LLP s/Grace Chu Grace Chu WSBA No. 51256 David Swartley WSBA No. 51732 108 1st Avenue South, Ste. 400 Seattle, WA 98104 Attorneys for Plaintiff Published in the Dispatch August 27, September 3, 10, 17, 24 & October 1, 2025
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. TERESA GIRARD; MATTHEW GIRARD; BOEING EMPLOYEES’ CREDIT UNION; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; OCCUPANTS OF THE PROPERTY, Defendants. Case No.: 25-2-08810-9 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION To: TERESA GIRARD, MATTHEW GIRARD; THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO THE SAID DEFENDANTS: 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 20th day of August, 2025, and defend the above entitled action in the above entitled court, and answer the complaint of the Plaintiff, Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for Plaintiff, McCarthy & Holthus, LLP at the 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. The basis for the complaint is a foreclosure of the property commonly known as 2661 RAINIER BOULEVARD, PUYALLUP, WA 98374, Pierce County, Washington as a result of a default under the terms of the note and deed of trust. DATED: August 11, 2025 McCarthy & Holthus, LLP s/ Grace Chu Grace Chu WSBA No. 51256 David Swartley WSBA No. 51732 108 1st Avenue South, Ste. 400 Seattle, WA 98104 Attorneys for Plaintiff Published in the Dispatch August 20, 27, September 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2025
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR THE COUNTY OF SNOHOMISH In the Matter of the Estate of: RICKY D. RASH, Deceased. No. 25-4-01654-31 PRO-
BATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Personal Representative named below has been appointed and has qualified as Personal Representative of this estate. Persons having claims against the
deceased must, prior to the time such claims 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, the Resident Agent for 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(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 probate assets and nonprobate assets of the decedent. DATE OF FILING COPY OF NOTICE TO CREDITORS with Clerk of Court: August 8, 2025. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: August 20, 2025. Personal Representative: James R. Kemp c/o Hickman Menashe, P.S. 4211 Alderwood Mall Blvd., Ste. 204 Lynnwood, WA 98036 (425) 744-5658 Attorney for Estate and for the Personal Representative: William S. Hickman Address: Hickman Menashe, P.S. 4211 Alderwood Mall Blvd., Ste. 204 Lynnwood, WA 98036 Telephone: (425) 744-5658 Published in the Dispatch August 20, 27 & September 3, 2025 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR PIERCE COUNTY TREMAINE MCCLINTON and JACQUELINE MCCLINTON, individually and as a marital community, Plaintiffs, VS. JULIE WEBB and “JOHN DOE” WEBB, individually and the marital community comprised thereof; JAIME FLORES HERNANDEZ and “JANE DOE” FLORES HERNANDEZ, individually and the marital community comprised thereof; NATHAN OLDENKAMP and “JANE DOE” OLDENKAMP, individually and the marital community comprised thereof; SAFECO INSURANCE, a foreign profit corporation, Defendants. NO. 25-208666-1 SUMMONS TO: ALL NAMED DEFENDANTS GREETINGS: A lawsuit has been started against you in the above-entitled court by Tremaine McClinton and Jacqueline McClinton, Plaintiffs. Plaintiffs’ claims are 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 Plaintiffs within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, excluding the day of service, or within sixty (60) days if this Summons was served outside of the State of Washington, or a default judgment may be entered against you without notice. A default judgment is one where the Plaintiff is entitled to what he/she asks for because you have not responded. If you serve a Notice of Appearance on the undersigned attorney, you are entitled to notice before a default judgment maybe entered. If not already filed, you may demand that the Plaintiffs file this lawsuit with the court. If you do so, the demand must be in writing and must be served upon the Plaintiffs. Within fourteen (14) days after you serve the demand, the Plaintiffs 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 this 15 day of May, 2025. JACOBS & JACOBS /s/ Brian Hardtke, WSBA # 51658 Jason Johnson, WSBA #46430 Attorneys for Plaintiffs bhardtke@jacobsandjacobs.net jjohnson@jacobsandjacobs.net File Answer With: PIERCE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT 930 Tacoma Avenue, Room 110 Tacoma, WA 98402 Serve Copy of Answer upon: JACOBS & JACOBS 114 East Meeker Avenue P.O. Box 513 Puyallup, WA 98371 Published in the Dispatch August 13, 20, 27, September 3, 10 & 17, 2025 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING In re the Estate of: PEGGY JANE KANDULSKI, Deceased. Case No. 25-4-05501-6 SEA PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.010 et seq. Brandon Kandulski has been appointed and has qualified as Administrator of the above-captioned 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 pro-
