CLIFTON — The city's newest school, set to receive the first sixth grade class in September, will be called Maple Valley Middle School. school board members voted to name it for the surrounding neighborhood will be "longer-lasting," unlike the names of some local "deserving residents." It was a favorite of the school board even before the vote nothing was announced or determined until the final vote Who knows?" Shehata said before the meeting He was part of the ad hoc committee that reviewed suggestions from members of the public and made the recommendation This will be the district's third middle school joining Woodrow Wilson and Christopher Columbus middle schools The newest school will be in what was formerly the Paterson Diocese's Paul VI High School The building stands on Valley Road and is expected to reopen in September with rising fifth graders from schools 5 the school is expected to house about 650 students in grades six to eight thereby reducing enrollment at Christopher Columbus Woodrow Wilson and Christopher Columbus middle schools are each expected to house about 850 students In March, The Record and NorthJersey.com conducted an impromptu survey on suggested monikers for the school. Among the most popular was John Samra Middle School after the Clifton police officer who died in the line of duty Maple Valley also received several mentions In 2020, as statues were being pulled down by protesters around the country, some city students and recent alumni petitioned to have the two current middle schools renamed Wilson and Columbus were targeted because of concerns about the historical figures' legacies and their alleged racism School trustees at the time pushed off any decisions Perhaps with that in mind, trustees last summer adopted a new policy: the "Naming Schools, Parts Thereof and School Facilities Application." More: This Passaic County city ranks among nation's 100 best places to live in 2025 It requires that a name change or new name proposal be made by petition with 25 signatures from city residents must be connected to the history of the school district or area a former Clifton recreation director and teacher at the high school; and Mark Tietjen a former assistant superintendent of schools the recommendation was to name the school Maple Valley after the surrounding community performs March 17 on ‘The Voice.’ COURTESY PHOTO Lucia Flores-Wiseman/’The Voice’ Mother Africa has been part of South King County for over 20… Continue reading © 2025, Kent Reporter + Sound Publishing, Inc. + Black Press Media Vicki Wood is a 64-year-old artist in Maple Valley She uses art as a way to express herself and say what is on her mind Seattle Refined: How long have you been creating What mediums do you work with?Wood: I have been painting with acrylics for nearly three years Tell us about where your inspiration for your art comes from.When I started exploring the different processes of creating art I was inspired by so many experienced artists and how willing they were to share their knowledge It was a deep dive into what kind of art I gravitated to and what kind of art I wanted to create I would draw whimsical themes and then paint them in vibrant colors I knew I wanted to make art that was worthy of being hung on a wall but I was intimidated by the big white canvas There definitely was a "safety" in making the greeting cards but I realized pretty quickly that I needed to challenge myself and face my fear I still do the cards but acrylic on canvas is what I spend most of my time on I have also started incorporating charcoal and ink I spend much of my free time camping and hiking with my husband and Goldendoodle taking in all that the Pacific Northwest has to offer Nature is a huge inspiration in my artwork Can you tell us about your artistic process and how the different stages work into it?With each piece I create I am always striving to find something new mark making or using unconventional tools to apply paint One thing is for sure: it's all about layering Painting abstract gives me the freedom to take a painting to where it wants to go I can start with an idea in my head of what I see it could be Do you have one piece of art that means more to you or is extremely special to you?I'm always looking forward to the next painting the very first abstract on canvas I finished was a 24x30 that was for a wall in my living room and means a great deal to me The journey of personal and artistic growth I experienced along with the many colors and layers on that one What experiences in your life have affected your art the most?I am not sure how to answer what experiences in life have affected my art except to say that I have always loved interior design I do love the simplicity of lines and shapes If we want to see more of your work, where should we go to find it?At this time, anniemole@icloud.com is my contact Anything you're working on right now that you're really excited about?The next step in my journey is to continue creating a body of work and marketing I am currently working on a 36x48 that will definitely take me into the new year This is one of five articles in a series by the Burlington Free Press which spoke with breweries in Vermont about the state of the beer industry Brewing in Vermont had been on an upward trend for decades before slowing recently What is the future of one of Vermont’s best-known industries BRATTLEBORO — The fluctuation of Vermont’s beer scene in 2024 played out in sharp detail in the state’s extreme southeastern corner Hermit Thrush Brewery, well-regarded for nearly a decade for its specialized sour beers, shut down in April. Snow Republic Brewing, which opened a spot near Mount Snow in 2019 added a similar brewpub on Main Street in Brattleboro toward the end of last year Vermont Beer Makers, descendant of old-guard Vermont brewer Trout River, told the Burlington Free Press in a Jan. 30 email that it will move from Springfield to the former Whetstone Station brewery and restaurant along the Connecticut River in downtown Brattleboro “We are only just beginning the build out and regulatory process so we are looking at early summer,” according to Borden James He told the Free Press that plans are for the brewery to “operate as more of a brewpub.” The separate Frost Street space where Whetstone most recently brewed its beer is also now in use by another brewer. North Chair Brewing bought the production facility and opened a taproom there in October The Brattleboro taproom is the first step toward a much larger project planned by North Chair He has worked for nearly seven years to try to get a brewery/distillery/outdoors center operating at the former Maple Valley ski area seven miles away in Dummerston “We’re pushing very hard to try to get it open at least as a beer-garden spot” in Dummerston this spring “We’ve had to pivot many times in this journey Aures said he was in law school in Connecticut when he came to Vermont to visit family and ski at Mount Snow He would drive by the dormant Maple Valley ski area in a pretty spot near the West River along Vermont 30 and wonder why nothing was happening there Aures imagines North Chair spreading out across the Maple Valley campus with a brewery food trucks and outdoor adventures such as hiking North Chair is producing some of Whetstone’s recipes for brews including typical American-style beers and Vermont-style hazy India pale ales The separate North Chair brand is focusing on what Aures said he considers “ski-themed beers,” traditional ales and lagers not unlike those by von Trapp Brewing in Stowe and Schilling Beer just across the Connecticut River in Littleton “There’s a reason they have stood the test of time,” Aures said of ales and lagers “I really like beer that tastes like beer – a good North Chair’s plans to develop Maple Valley into a multi-purpose site could provide an economic cushion for the brewery as the beer market fluctuates for a variety of reasons that Aures cited “People are exploring a lot of other options that they have now that weren’t really available before now,” Aures said expanded cocktail options and a subset of people who are drinking less or not at all “The legalization of marijuana I think pulls people in a lot of different directions.” Aures has some concerns about that shift (“You always have to be aware of what’s going on in the market,” he said) but believes people will come to North Chair’s planned Maple Valley project for its “multiple channels of enjoyment,” whether they want to visit a brewery or not “The magic is in the mountain,” Aures said Contact Brent Hallenbeck at bhallenbeck@freepressmedia.com Bruce Jenks of Maple Valley Creamery in Hadley milks his cows in 2018 Jenks appeared before Deerfield’s Zoning Board of Appeals on Thursday evening to discuss preliminary plans to renovate the kitchen at 282 Greenfield Road in South Deerfield and operate the long-vacant site as a farmstand Maple Valley Creamery plans to take over the former farmstand across the street from Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory on Greenfield Road in South Deerfield SOUTH DEERFIELD — New life may soon be coming to the vacant farmstand at the intersection of Routes 5 and 10 and North Hillside Road the Hadley-based dairy farm that also operates Maple Valley’s Scoop at the Silos is eyeing the property at 282 Greenfield Road with preliminary plans to renovate its kitchen and operate the site as a farmstand appeared before Deerfield’s Zoning Board of Appeals on Thursday evening to request a special permit as well as clarification that the farm would be able to operate the long-vacant property as a farmstand and “serve food if we so choose.” The 1.8-acre parcel is currently owned by Jonathan Welch are not finalized but it would likely operate as a farmstand and ice cream shop “What we’re trying to do here is we’re trying to have a farmstand that has a kitchen,” Jenks said adding that Deerfield’s bylaws for the Commercial District are a little unclear about what having a kitchen on site means While there are no plans for some sort of large-scale restaurant Maple Valley Creamery wants to have the option to potentially make quick food items — hamburgers Deerfield’s zoning bylaws state that a “restaurant not including fast-food or drive-in restaurant,” must be approved by special permit in the CII “We’re just trying to clarify what the table allows,” Jenks said adding that their plans to open a farmstand with a kitchen are “kind of landing in the middle.” which Jenks described as being in “dire condition,” there will be little which is located across the street from Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory Manheim Farm previously operated the site as a farmstand in the summer of 2021 but closed it down in September of that year due to a lack of workers ZBA members did wrestle with the idea of approving a special permit for a restaurant with only preliminary plans on hand After further discussion with Jenks regarding parking spaces and signs as well as determining that Maple Valley Creamery’s vision for a kitchen is something small “They want to make sure we’re permitting this as a ‘restaurant,’” said ZBA member David Sharp “I don’t think the applicant is saying they’re going to try and squeeze in an actual restaurant.” The ZBA applied the town’s seven standard conditions as well as the requirement that there will be no substantial changes to the building’s footprint without further approval from the board “We certainly welcome some activity down there,” said ZBA Chair David Potter Jenks said a timeline is unclear on when Maple Valley Creamery will begin work on the site Chris Larabee can be reached at clarabee@recorder.com you agree with our use of cookies to personalize your experience measure ads and monitor how our site works to improve it for our users 24 on NBC’s “The Voice.” COURTESY PHOTO Lucia Flores-Wiseman/”The Voice” performs March 31 on “The Voice.” COURTESY PHOTO If you are having trouble finding the information you need Book Your Tee Time rentals & range balls will be subject to local and state taxes Please note the following rules & regulations: Learn details about joining the Ladies Association or Men’s Club View on Map P (425) 430-6400 — A preliminary earthquake measuring 3.5 on the Richter scale hit 16.2 kilometers southwest of Maple Valley According to the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network (PNSN) the quake occurred at 3:45 AM PST on February 22 although there have been no immediate reports of significant damage or injuries Residents in the surrounding areas are encouraged to report their experiences via the “Did You Feel It?” survey linked by PNSN for further analysis The quake is a reminder of the seismic activity in the region where the Cascadia Subduction Zone has been known to produce periodic tremors Local authorities are monitoring the situation closely The CVS located at 1323 Copley Road in West Akron will soon cease operations A representative at the store confirmed the location will close April 9 All prescriptions will be automatically filled at the CVS Pharmacy located at 1949 West Market Street in Wallhaven unless the patient wants the prescription sent elsewhere CVS employee turnover: CVS pharmacies in Ohio face many problems, pharmacy board report shows Rite Aid Medina and Portage County stores by September 2024 continuing a trend of pharmacies closing in the Greater Akron area Reporter Anthony Thompson can be reached at ajthompson@gannett.com just 50 minutes from Seattle and 30 minutes from Tacoma Surrounded by lush forests and panoramic views of Mount Rainier it’s a nature lover’s paradise for retirees who enjoy the outdoors and soothing green terrain There are more than 300 acres of park space with 10-plus miles of trails. You can go fishing or boating in Lake Wilderness Park or walk along the three-mile Green to Cedar River Trail Those seeking even more wilderness can head to Tiger Mountain State Forest which is basically in Maple Valley’s backyard.   Although the city experiences its fair share of rainy days in true Pacific Northwest fashion making it an ideal option for those who prefer to avoid extreme heat or cold.  The town is family-oriented and friendly, giving off a welcoming feel that can help retirees stay connected with other locals. They can take part in plenty of community activities, from the annual Maple Valley Days festival to weekly farmers’ markets You can get more house for your money in Maple Valley compared with Seattle; the former has a lower cost of living and a sleepier vibe. But Maple Valley’s proximity to big-city life means that it’s close to several high-quality health care facilities in Seattle and Bellevue, such as the University of Washington Medical Center, which is consistently ranked as the top hospital in the region. there are more than 300 acres of park space with 10-plus miles of trails.Courtesy of Maple ValleyStateWashingtonCountyKingPopulation28,360With no state income tax which is basically in Maple Valley’s backyard making it an ideal option for those who prefer to avoid extreme heat or cold The town is family-oriented and friendly, giving off a welcoming feel that can help retirees stay connected with other locals. They can take part in plenty of community activities, from the annual Maple Valley Days festival to weekly farmers’ markets Manages USPS Services for Maple Valley Community Kevin Kleidon joined the Postal Service as a carrier in Fall City in 2016 where he says “It’s what made me fall in love with the Postal Service.” Kleidon has served in many roles including as a carrier and the safety captain in Carnation supervisor of customer services in North Bend Three years ago the Postal Service implemented the “Delivering for America” (DFA) 10-year plan to achieve financial sustainability and service excellence Kleidon says it’s “wonderful” to see the reinvestments in postal facilities better wages and opportunities as part of the 10-year plan Kleidon contributes to the DFA plan through his hard work and accountability to his job “I’m delivering for America by truly showing how I love working for the Post Office and making it succeed I want customers to know I care about them and the sanctity of the mail Maple Valley Post Office is here to serve the community its customers and stand out as a wonderful office to visit and trust with their postal needs.” prior to joining the Postal Service but says he wanted something more meaningful in his career choice “I wanted something more stable and something I could be proud of I found that in the Postal Service.” “Becoming the postmaster of Maple Valley has been my greatest honor I’m grateful to run an office where I can demonstrate great customer service and help answer questions our customers have.” Family support is key and Kleidon appreciates the encouragement from his parents The United States Postal Service is an independent federal establishment, mandated to be self-financing and to serve every American community through the affordable, reliable and secure delivery of mail and packages to 169 million addresses six and often seven days a week. Overseen by a bipartisan Board of Governors, the Postal Service is implementing a 10-year transformation plan, Delivering for America restore long-term financial sustainability dramatically improve service across all mail and shipping categories and maintain the organization as one of America’s most valued and trusted brands The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage products and services to fund its operations Copyright© 2025 United States Postal Service MAPLE VALLEY, Wash. — Two people were rescued by Puget Sound Fire officials after a tree fell and smashed into their trailer on Tuesday night Officials posted on X that they responded to the 22900th block of SE 184th Street One person was extricated by crews in a short period of time Firefighters took an hour to extricate the second person from the trailer Division Chief Pat Pawlak told KOMO News that both of the individuals were taken to the hospital One had minor injuries and the other had moderate injuries Pawlak said they responded to 308 calls in a 12-hour time period on Tuesday About 245 of those calls were storm-related Pawlak said firefighters will spend Wednesday assessing damage and responding to calls Pawlak explained the best place to keep them is outside in a ventilated area and at least 20 feet away from open doors He also suggested to not use candles as a light source The Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority covers 120 square miles in SeaTac Maple Valley and areas of unincorporated King County running generators and chainsaws were the sounds heard in Maple Valley on Wednesday and roads were closed as utility crews worked to get the lights back on we spoke to one homeowner on Thomas Road who was thankful she had a generator and her home was spared of tree damage Just down the road from her home was the reason the electricity was out: a large tree that took out the power lines and was blocking the road It was at this moment that KOMO spotted a few men who took matters into their own hands they started cutting off some tree limbs to get through the men were stopped by utility workers and told they were not allowed to do that saying he was just “trying to find ways to get through.” The man said he had been trying to get to a job site The story in South King County is also one of frustration from the traffic and detours caused by blocked roads Cell phone coverage has also been spotty at best The most extensive damage likely won’t get cleaned up overnight Portland High School Lady Raiders soccer team dominated Maple Valley with an overwhelming 12-0 victory Tuesday night ending the game early due to the mercy rule in the first half The win pushes the Raiders to a strong 2-0 start for the season each scoring four goals to propel the Raiders ahead Carmelita Mora-Ventura added two goals of her own while Karagan Calley and Jace Nye each found the back of the net once recording a shutout to cap off the dominant offensive performance the Raiders showed no signs of slowing down controlling the game from the opening whistle the Lady Raiders entered Thursday's game against Lansing Christian undefeated The Lady Raiders faced a tough battle on the field falling 1-0 to Lansing Christian in a tightly contested matchup The lone goal of the game came in the first half as Lansing Christian capitalized on a rare opportunity in an otherwise defensive stalemate keeping the game within reach and limiting Lansing Christian’s chances throughout the second half Strong defensive play and goaltending by Lex Foren helped keep the Raiders in contention but they were unable to find the equalizer the Lady Raiders move to 2-1 on the season They’ll look to bounce back with their next two games at Portland High School Both matches are set to kick off at 5:30 p.m Photos by by Amy Cooper and Britta Spitzley (Maple Valley) – In the spring of 2024 the Maple Valley School District launched an exciting new initiative: the VEX Robotics program the district hosted a three-week summer camp introducing students to the fundamentals of robotics and inspiring curiosity Maple Valley registered three elementary teams coached by IT Coordinator Derek Bear and Science Teacher Alex Hoffmann to compete in this year’s VEX Robotics competition teams earn points by collaborating to pass a ball between robots and clearing switches within those targets Maple Valley students embraced the challenge and quickly demonstrated their skills securing three victories in their first three tournaments “Two of our teams have already qualified for the state tournament in Grand Forks on March 1st,” shared Coach Bear “One of our teams is ranked in the top 600 globally out of nearly 10,000 teams and holds the number-one spot across a three-state region all three Maple Valley teams are ranked in the top 10 in North Dakota.” Maple Valley Robotics has been selected as a North Dakota K-12 Technology Showcase Winner and will present their achievements in STEAM education at the state capitol on Wednesday the teams will demonstrate their robots and engage with state leaders and stakeholders The program has also received team t-shirts donated by a relative of the team and an anonymous $1,000 donation The next competition for Maple Valley Robotics unfolds in East Grand Forks on Saturday The teams are eager to continue their journey of innovation and excellence The full interview with Derek Bear and his students Christian and Joseph is available below VERMONTVILLE — The Bronson football team continued its winning ways Friday night surprising no one with their fourth straight victory as the Vikings rolled past Maple Valley by the score of 40-0 Bronson made substantial changes in the offseason bringing in former Bronson star Tony Myers to lead a group of Vikings who finished 3-6 overall last season It would appear as if the change was the right move Bronson made the exceedingly long trip to Maple Valley High School on Friday night to take on the Lions and the Vikings wasted little time asserting themselves the Vikings found the end zone for the first time thanks to a 58-yard rushing touchdown from Kam Brackett giving Bronson a 6-0 lead that held throughout the first quarter that saw teams trade possession after possession the Viking offense got hot again inside two minutes left in the half Brackett needed a little assistance as it was Spencer Losinski finding the senior wide out for an 18-yard touchdown pass Jace Hoard ran in the two-point conversion pushing Bronson’s lead to 14-0 with under two minutes left in the half Most teams would have been happy to take a 14-point lead into halftime but most teams are not the Bronson Vikings After Maple Valley turned the ball over on downs at their own 14-yard line finding Stevie Wilson for a 13-yard touchdown pass pushing Bronson’s lead to 21-0 with less than a minute left in the half would Bronson be happy with a 21-point lead going into the break The Viking defense came up huge on the next Maple Valley possession as Ben Stevens picked off a Maple Valley pass as the seconds ticked away giving Bronson possession at the 29-yard line with only seconds left in the half That was more than enough for the duo of Losinski and Brackett as it was Losinski finding Brackett for a 29-yard touchdown pass giving the Vikings a 28-0 lead heading into the break The Vikings continued to roll in the second half pushing their lead to 34-0 thanks to a 4-yard touchdown pass from Brackett to Stevens as the third quarter ended More: Bronson's Hoard voted High School Football Player of the Week More: MacDonald's big night, stingy defense, propels Union City past Sand Creek After a Connor Harvey interception gave the Vikings possession heading into the fourth quarter as Aidan Whitaker found his way into the endzone for a 2-yard touchdown run with the Vikings rolling to their fourth straight win as Bronson improves to 4-1 overall on the season and 4-0 in the Big 8 conference Kam Brackett had a game for the ages as the senior was a part of four touchdowns Brackett carried the ball five times for 79 yards and a score while also adding three catches for 66 yards and two touchdowns Brackett completed his day by completing one pass Spencer Losinski finished the day tossing three touchdown passes while Ben Stevens finished the day with five carries for 49 yards to go along with two catches for 24 yards and a touchdown Stevens also added an interception on defense Jace Hoard had a solid day carrying the ball rushing the ball 12 times for 60 yards while Aiden Whitaker added eight carries for 65 yards and a score Defensively the Vikings were led by Connor Harvey with nine tackles and one interception; Collin York with seven tackles; and Lance Salek with six tackles The Vikings have a big one on tap next week as they will take to the road to face the two-time defending Big 8 Conference champion Union City Chargers who enter the game unbeaten on the season The two teams will meet in the Battle for the Shield for Union City’s Homecoming at Alumni Field on Friday With Memorial Day over a month away, now is a good time… Continue reading The day care told KOMO News a background check did not reveal the former worker's past criminal history "We took licensing action and suspended the license for Discovery Playtown," the WSDCYF said via email and we have not yet determined when it can be lifted." Court documents say Jones was arrested on May 31 at hisFederal Way home The state requested that Jones' bail be kept the same amount due to the "high likelihood that the defendant will commit another crime against a child." Court documents also revealed Jones was a registered sex offender from 2013 to 2021 after he pleaded guilty to first-degree child molestation in 2013 the King County Sheriff's Office received a report of a sex offense against children involving a 10- and 13-year-old girl Jones was a family friend and met them after the youngest daughter attended Discovery Playtown in Maple Valley the 10-year-old told a relative who goes by "Grandpa" that Jones had molested her within the past eight months all of it happening before her 10th birthday the 13-year-old said in an interview she met Jones when he would drop her younger sister off from day care She said the man made her feel cared about Documents state eventually they added each other on Discord The 13-year-old girl said things then progressed with the man and he would go to her house when her parents weren't around The girl told investigators she and Jones had been in a relationship for nine months they had made out and had sex countless times our hearts go out to the involved children and their families We are horrified by the recent revelations of wrongdoing by a former employee We are cooperating fully to ensure justice is served." Jones admitted during an interview to the incident involving the 10-year-old girl but said it was a "misunderstanding on her part." He also admitted to being in a relationship and knew "doing all the things with the 13-year-old was wrong but continued to do it anyways because he didn’t want her to kill herself." (WPBN/WGTU) -- The Maple Valley Nursing Home in Leelanau County is celebrating its fifth anniversary of Adopt a Resident for Christmas Residents that may not have families make a wish list of items they want for Christmas they can get some love during the holiday season The nursing home has 21 residents and all of them are up for adoption within an hour of us launching the program everyone was adopted and it truly felt so rewarding,” Activity Director Serena Kasben said “Everything that we had been through that year it was definitely something that sticks in my mind” If you'd like to adopt a resident you can contact the Maple Valley Nursing Home at (231) 228-5895 The deadline for gifts to be delivered is Monday December 23 — Calls are growing for the suspect in a Maple Valley hit-and-run case to be charged with a hate crime following an incident where two Muslim women were struck by a car with a 6-month-old baby narrowing avoiding being hit as well According to the King County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) the two women hurt were the baby's mother and grandmother The case occurred on the afternoon of Sept Deputies said the two women were walking on the sidewalk when witnesses reported that the suspect deliberately sped up and struck the women the young boy's mother pushed his stroller out of the way and the grandmother of the baby saw their lives coming to an end when they saw this car coming at them," said Aamer Abdul-Jaleel "It was a hit on humanity because when you see a stroller with the grandmother suffering from serious injuries the mother of the baby suffered several fractures and needed to be transported to Harborview Medical Center where she has since needed multiple surgeries and he put his pedal to the medal,” said Abdul-Jaleel who is now demanding that the incident be deemed a hate crime "He put his pedal to the medal and wanted three generations wiped out." but it hasn't officially been deemed a hate crime As a result,the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-WA) is calling for a thorough investigation into the case "We are horrified by the nature of this alleged assault with two visibly-Muslim women walking with a (six-month-old) baby in a stroller being attacked in such a brutal manner,” said Imraan Siddiqi “While we are truly thankful that the baby was unharmed and the injuries to the two women are not critical we call on law enforcement authorities to investigate whether bias played a part in this crime against an innocent family.” deputies believe the same suspect is accused of hitting another pedestrian ten minutes after the initial hit-and-run Deputies said the man who was hit had non-life-threatening injuries Prosecutors said the suspect told them he had a "super sensitive wheel which has caused him to lose control repeatedly." They went on to say that the suspect is "well known to Maple Valley deputies as they have had multiple contacts with him.. (including) instances with him damaging cars with unknown items and a sword." he told themhe had schizophrenia and started medication the week before the incident KOMO News is not naming the suspect because he hasn't officially been charged with a crime the court set bail at $250,000 and ordered him not to have any contact with the victims he was accused of hitting QUINCY – The Quincy Orioles dropped a heart breaker Friday night at home as a 16-0 first half lead turned disastrous as Maple Valley scored 33 unanswered points as the Lions came back to defeat Quincy 33-16 and anytime that happens it is tough to win a game when you are giving the ball away like that,” Quincy coach Ryan Hasten said we have seen glimpses of what we could be and then we do something to shoot ourselves in the foot In nearly every football game there is one moment that changes everything That one moment that swings the momentum to the other side and ultimately helps decide the game For Quincy that moment came with less than a minute left in the first half as the Orioles looked to score and extend their lead to better than 20 points Leading 16-0 with the ball on the 5-yard line the Orioles faced a third down and goal with time ticking away The play saw quarterback Alex Barry scramble to his left and attempt a throw across his body to the middle of the field only to see Maple Valley’s Jim Wiggs pick off the pass Wiggs weaved his way through the Quincy offense and was off to the races scoring on a 96-yard interception return for a touchdown closing the score to 16-6 heading into the half Quincy starts off with a bang The Orioles looked to be in control heading into the half with all 16 points coming in the second quarter After a scoreless first quarter from both teams the Orioles found pay dirt first scoring on a 1-yard touchdown run by Carter Pish With the Barry two-point conversion the Orioles suddenly led 8-0 with 11:57 left in the first half Quincy’s defense did its job and stopped Maple Valley from scoring on their next drive as the Lions saw their 46-yard field goal attempt blocked giving the Orioles possession at the 33 with 7:21 left in the half eventually finding the end zone thanks to a big second effort from Pish on a 5-yard touchdown pass from Barry giving the Orioles a 16-0 lead after the Barry two-point conversion with 2:54 remaining in the half That is about when things went off the rails for the Orioles After a Maple Valley three-and-out forced a punt the Orioles looked to add to their lead as the time ticked off The Lions defense stood tall however with the aforementioned 96-yard interception return for a touchdown by Riggs More: Harper Creek controls ground game, Coldwater falls in Interstate 8 opener Neither team could do much in the third quarter and it was Quincy that was forced to punt early in the fourth quarter and again it was Wiggs doing some damage returning the punt all the way to inside the 5-yard line scoring on a 4-yard touchdown pass from Jakeb McDonald to Teegan McDonald closing the score to 16-13 with 9:36 left in the game and it was Quincy looking to put the game away going for it on fourth-and-2 near midfield The Lions got the big defensive stop and just four plays later scored on a 37-yard touchdown pass from McDonald to Skyler Cook giving the Lions their first lead of the game at 20-16 Maple Valley put the game away with two more fourth quarter touchdowns a 1-yard run by Jakeb McDonald and a 30-yard interception return for a touchdown by Wiggs “We must move this behind us and keep moving forward it is losses like this that could fracture a team We just have to stay committed to each other and getting better we are committed to getting better every day,” - Ryan Hasten Stat Leaders Alex Barry led the Quincy offense Friday night carrying the ball 17 times for 67 yards and a score while also adding six catches for 21 yards and a score hauling in five catches for 82 yards while Hudson Gray added two catches for 31 yards On defense it was Zach Hollingsworth leading the way with eight tackles Also adding to the Quincy defense was Ethan Peason with nine tackles; Zach Abbeg with eight tackles; Pish with seven tackles; and Carson Haylett Brennan Allman added five tackles and an interception while Lincoln Sims chipped in with a fumble recovery With the loss Quincy falls to 0-3 on the season and will look to bounce back with a home match up versus Sand Creek next Friday Maple Valley improves to 2-1 on the season with the win and will next see action when they travel to Union City next Friday Maple Valley’s Discovery Playtown’s license has been pulled after a former employee was arrested on suspicion on child sexual abuse BRONSON — The Bronson boys closed out the regular season with a strong performance on Thursday at least the performance in the second half was a strong one The Vikings poured in 42 points during those final two quarters and picked up a senior night win over visiting Maple Valley Bronson actually trailed the game at halftime but was able to get it going in the second half before pulling away Bronson ends the regular season with victories in four of the last five games and finished 11-11 The Vikings will play Quincy in the opening round of district play on Monday BRONSON GIRLS WIN: Trio of seniors leads Bronson with 12th straight victory Bronson was led by Kam Brackett with 16 points Both Drew Norton and Owen Losinski scored 10 points and the duo of Layne Arver and Boston Bucklin each put in seven points Stevie Wilson scored six points and Warner Wotta put in four Mendon girls fall at homeThe Mendon girls were upended by Climax-Scotts on Thursday evening The Climax defense in the second half proved to be the difference in the game It held Mendon to just four points in each of the final two quarters taking a 24-20 halftime lead and running away with the win Mendon got 10 points from Brianna Heitkamp The Athens girls won a contest over Colon on Thursday evening The Magi were led in scoring by Raegan Thaxton with 13 points White Pigeon beats up BangorThe White Pigeon girls took care of Bangor on Thursday evening White Pigeon finished with three players in double figures for the game Sydney McClure led with 19 points while Sadie McDaniel added 15 Shelby McDaniel and Jennafaye Zehr both put in six points the Sturgis boys went on the road and beat Colon 51-33 Lukis BIr led the Trojans with 16 points in the game Colon got 13 points each from Dom Mock and Dalton Williams The Burr Oak boys beat Litchfield on Wednesday The Bobcats were led in the game by Austin Cole with 16 points Coen Miller and Ethan Boyles put in six while Kaynen Ledyard scored six with seven rebounds The White Pigeon boys got 31 points and eight rebounds from Josh Davidson on Wednesday It helped lead the Chiefs to a 69-52 win over Cassopolis Jordan Pisco scored nine points with 12 rebounds Ty Strawser scored six and Brody Block added four Contact Sports Editor Brandon Watson at bwatson@gannett.com Already have an account? Log in here The budding musician recently shot to national attention after her four-chairs-turning audition on ‘The Voice.’ Lucia Flores-Wiseman always wanted to be a singer she was experimenting and writing her own music by 14 She saw a future for herself where she wasn’t a mere karaoke singer — she was a professional musician a proud Mexican American and lifelong Maple Valley resident eventually caught wind of online auditions for the singing-competition show “The Voice” and decided to try out she was contacted by producers who saw her social-media accounts and thought she would be a good fit Flores-Wiseman wasn’t sure if the show was for her until she remembered some unusual advice she'd gotten a year earlier “There was a psychic (who) was good friends with a friend of mine … ‘They keep on telling me to tell you to do the audition … Whoever they are they’ve told me a hundred times to tell you to do the audition,’” Flores-Wiseman recalled recently That convinced her to proceed with the next steps that fatefully landed her on stage for the show’s blind auditions in front of judges Adam Levine Flores-Wiseman decided to perform the Mexican folk song “La Llorona” because of its story which also allowed her to showcase her voice and personal flourishes Incorporating different textures such as soft-sung notes she got all four judges to turn around quickly for the chance to be her coach “It really felt so affirming to have all four chairs turn around because all those four people represent such artistry and differences and passion and it was such a huge affirmation to me that what I have been doing my whole life and continue to work towards is good enough,” Flores-Wiseman said I know the fact that I was even there is such an honor Flores-Wiseman had thought about what coach she might go with depending on who turned their chair for her Legend and Bublé first came to mind because of her background in soul and jazz it was Levine she ended up selecting as a coach “Once Adam said the things he said about me and really understood the passion and the uniqueness of my voice I felt in my gut that he was the right choice,” she said Flores-Wiseman is joined by another Washingtonian on Team Adam: Olympia’s Tyler Kae who recently moved to Nashville to pursue music The two have since bonded over their love of performing and their shared home state While her musical journey and life are newly hectic Flores-Wiseman said she’s excited for where the show will lead her and I think the music community continues to grow in Seattle,” she said “I am so grateful to have a community that supports the arts I'm not sure if I would be where I am today I don't know if I would be on ‘The Voice’ stage if it weren't for so many people believing in me and creating spaces for me to perform.” You can catch Flores-Wiseman on “The Voice” Mondays on NBC Email notifications are only sent once a day find out how a Kirkland contestant fared on an episode of 'Wheel of Fortune' this week downtown Bellevue debuts its first head spa Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Located in Maple Valley, House & Hazel is part furniture store and part wine bar It isn't just a shop; it's a story At the helm of this charming fusion is Haley Pendergraft Her vision for House & Hazel emerged from a blend of nostalgia and an unwavering passion for community and design "I knew I still had a lot of energy and working years left in me I made a deal with myself that the only other venture I would consider was one that had the ingredients of ALL the things that brought me joy." And so House & Hazel was born—a place where every corner is filled with warmth Pendergraft's journey to House & Hazel was a deeply personal one I had walked a colorful entrepreneurial journey and recently lost a dear friend Many experiences had helped put life in perspective for me." It was during this introspective period that Haley made a deal with herself: her next venture would encompass all the things she cherished "If I couldn’t build a business around those things I held dear then I would go find a more traditional job," she recalls Through soul-searching and a bit of creative magic House & Hazel was born—a place where her love for family The name "House & Hazel" holds a special significance "Hazel" is a cherished nickname from her childhood his version of my childhood nickname," she explains felt like the perfect fit for a business centered around the concept of home What sets House & Hazel apart from other furniture stores and wine bars in the area is its unique approach to creating a feeling of home it’s a company goal to make everyone FEEL at home." This ethos permeates every aspect of the store from the thoughtfully curated selection of furniture and home goods to the warm Pendergraft's keen eye for detail is evident in the eclectic array of items on display and finding unique and beautiful items that you won’t find elsewhere." This dedication to individuality ensures that every piece in House & Hazel has a story and adds a touch of personality to any space Maple Valley was a natural choice for the store's location The nostalgia for her hometown and its significance in her life played a crucial role in this decision "I was born and raised in Maple Valley," she shares I spent a lot of time in Wilderness Village (the complex where House & Hazel sits) grocery shopping with my mom or getting gas with my dad and I was super excited to be a part of its next chapter." House & Hazel now stands as a testament to Haley's love for her community and her dedication to creating a welcoming space for all The local community has embraced House & Hazel with open arms but my customers really make my day," Haley admits The combination of a unique shopping experience with a wine bar has proven to be a hit with customers delighting in the chance to enjoy delicious wines and small bites while browsing the store's offerings features a selection of special wines that can't be found in grocery stores or surrounding restaurants I just attended one of the candle-making classes with a friend hosted by Horse and Coal and we absolutely loved it. The space is so warm and inviting, we can't wait to go back! To see the event calendar in full, go here. Running a business like House & Hazel comes with its challenges but Pendergraft faces them with grace and a supportive family by her side "Learning two entirely new industries feels similar to learning a foreign language or two," she says the most rewarding part of her journey has been the opportunity to operate the business as a true family affair "My husband is my biggest fan and the best House & Hazel handyman," she shares and I love seeing them interact with the community and learn the inner workings of a business." Pendergraft is excited about the future of House & Hazel including the launch of an e-commerce site before the holiday season While she's open to the idea of expanding her focus remains on creating a place where everyone can find a slice of comfort "I hope that House & Hazel can be a place where folks find a tiny slice of home," she says "Whether that’s sipping a delicious glass of wine or finding something beautiful that helps tell their own story." So, whether you're in the market for a unique piece of furniture, a beautiful home accessory, or simply a glass of wine in a cozy setting, House & Hazel welcomes you to come in and feel at home. Check out more here Kate Neidigh is a writer for Seattle Refined, covering lifestyle, fashion, beauty, travel, real estate, gift guides and feature stories. See more of her work on Instagram here