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Potter Named Maintenance Person of the Year

Rick Potter of the Fairfield maintenance shed has been named the ITD Maintenance Person of the Year for consistently performing his TTO/maintenance operator tasks in an exceptional manner, for embracing challenge, and for seeking opportunities for growth.

Potter, who has been with ITD in the Fairfield Maintenance Shed since 2011, is known district-wide for his positive attitude on the job, embracing teamwork, and assisting in improving techniques and operations.

“He’s as nice a guy as we have, he works hard all day long and is dependable,” West Shoshone Area Foreman Jarrett Porter said.

“Rick is quiet and leads through example, but he is great at finding solutions to problems, especially personnel issues and conflicts. He can discuss and lead through issues so I don’t have to be brought in to take care of it. He is a leader for our group.”

In addition to his winter and summer maintenance activities, he has led inmate labor crews (a first for D4), has assisted

with the driver’s education outreach program in Camas County, assists with inspection and completion of access permits, and has lead special landscape and building projects in D4.

Prior to joining ITD, Potter was a manager of a landscaping company. When not at work, Rick and his wife own and operate Buttercup Nurseries in Fairfield. His love for greenhouse horticulture is exhibited through his business selling flowers, vegetables, and hanging baskets.

Photo: Rick Potter with his wife, Tami (left), and District Engineer Devin Rigby.

Gooding Community Playground Grand Opening

Volunteers will be working overtime at Gooding’s East Park to finish construction of the new playground. Call 308-0292 if you have time to help.

The Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will be October 31st - Halloween - beginning at 5 p.m.

Trick-or-Treat booths and a Costume Contest! (provided by local busineses and organizations)

Come and play on the New Playground Equipment!

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Constitutional Amendment

State administrative agencies and commissions often write rules that help enforce new and/or existing laws passed by the legislature. Occasionally, those rules (regulations) cross the line and become “new law.”

It is not legal for administrative agencies to do this (either at the state level or the federal level), but unless the legislature steps in to invalidate such things, we the taxpayers can and do become subject to laws without proper representation.

Earlier this year, the Idaho legislature passed a law to protect its authority to approve and continued on page 3 .....

Camas County PTO and Our Local Sponsors Present:

The Annual Harvest Festival October 29th 5-8pm

In the New Gym and Cafeteria!

Chili Dogs ~ Desert & Drinks ~ Carving Contest and... The Haunted Hallway (guaranteed to be a scream for a small entrance fee!)

a Costume Contest will be held for ages 0-12 yrs. >>>Judging and Prizes Announced at 6:30 p.m.<<<

Games, Bounce House, Cotton Candy, and Lots of Prizes!

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obit ua ry Lowell Benjamin Martin

Lowell Benjamin Martin, 98, of Wendell, passed away Saturday October 22, 2016, at his home. He was born September 17, 1918, in Castleford, Idaho, the son of Jewell W. Martin and Be an Informed Voter.

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Lowell graduated from PhyCamas County lomath, Oregon high school Meet the Candidates ~ October 27th and then served his country District 26 Legislators will be at J&J Café in Fairfield in the United States Nav y on Thursday, October 27, from 4 to 7 p.m. during WWII. He raised three children. Most of his Light Refreshments working years were spent as a truck driver, welder, and The Candidates welcome questions and discussion. diesel mechanic.

Lowell is survived by children, Leslie J Martin, Susan C The Camas Conservation District is now having their (Ron) Kelsey and step-son Robert Rushon and daughterin-law, Jacque Wallace; one sister, Jane Lawson; and many extended family members and friends.

Call or stop by for varieties and pricing. 764-3223 - cam- He is preceded in death by his parents, three wives, Bilasscd@yahoo.com - 403 Soldier Road lie Silverwood, Eva Larias and Angie Rushon; one sister, Brenda Moyer - District Administrator Ruby Eyraud; and one step-son, Clifford Wallace.

Lowell’s family would like to extend a special “Thank You” to Salina Smith, Visions hospice, Bennett Hills, Scott Ewing, Ericka Davis, Dr Donald Cannon/Staff at November 6, 2016 MSTI, Dr Cameron Clark/Staff, Dr Blake Johnson and a good friend Toni Souza who dad went on the Semi with, 2 to 5 p.m. at Latte’Da Bistro for their kind care.

(379 South Idaho Street, Wendell) Memorial services will be conducted at 4:00 p.m. on NO gifts, Please.

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Meet & Greet begins at 6:00 pm Debate will begin at 7:00 pm The debate forum will focus on the Lincoln County Candidates and District 26 Candidates.

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Gobble Gut Halloween Treats At Schubert Theatre

A GREAT Halloween “fun” raiser is happening in the lobby of the Schubert Theatre (aka Gooding Cinema - 402 Main Street) in Gooding on Monday, October 31st on Halloween Day from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Hot Dogs or Chili and Hot Cocoa will be available for $2.00 and treats will be handed out for trick or treaters. A Mary Kay travel brush set, western design Salt and Pepper Set by Arthur Court Designs, a hand painted bench and large stuffed frog will be available for a drawing at $1.00 per ticket or $5.00 for 6 tickets!

A GREAT way to help get the new roof on the theatre, shop downtown, see the theatre, and have a bite to eat before heading to the East Park to celebrate the GVG’s Grand Opening of the playground.

GREAT plans are in store for the theatre with the roof close to being funded. A community forum is being planning for mid-January where the community will be able to ask questions, talk about what they would like to see happen with the theatre and become part of the planning.

As a nonprofit donations may be tax deductible. Donations can be mailed to GREAT, Inc., P.O. Box 433, Gooding, ID 83330.

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reject rules. However, this power is not included in the state’s constitution and may be vulnerable to challenges.

Therefore, this year’s general election includes a constitutional amendment: HJR 5, Idaho Veto-Proof State Legislative Oversight of Administrative Rules and Regulations. As the title states, HJR 5 makes it so that legislative approval and rejection of administrative rules are not subject to a veto by the governor.

While the Idaho Supreme Court has upheld this legislative power since 1989, and HJR 5 has unanimous support from the legislature, there are those who oppose this legislation. Idaho Attorney General, Lawrence Wasden, believes HJR 5 is an “overreach” and unnecessary because the legislature already has legal authority to review agency rules.

Other arguments against HJR 5 are that legislative review is time-consuming and makes it more difficult for state agencies to conduct day-to-day business. It is also argued that the proposed constitutional amendment would infringe on the Governor’s right to veto bills under the Idaho Constitution.

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Edward Oliver Hedge

Edward Oliver Hedge, 77, a resident of Gooding, passed away Sunday, October 16, 2016 at North Canyon Medical Center in Gooding. He was born January 22, 1939, in Marysville, California, to Wes and Ruth Hedge.

Ed was raised and educated in California, moving to Idaho in 1970 to run cattle and farm. He later pulled a grain team and did custom haying.

He married Jan Paul on October 13, 1968 in Reno, Nevada.

Ed loved to hunt and fish. In the 1990’s he become involved with restoring antique tractors which led to one cylinder hit and miss engines. Summers were spent going to old iron shows. Ed and his wife just started collecting antique caterpillars to restore and show.

Anyone that knew Ed knows It Was A Good Long Ride!

He was employed by Hatfield Mfg. at Gooding and dearly loved the Hatfield family.

He is survived by his wife Jan, 4 legged daughter Sis and mother-in-law Iris Paul, all of Gooding, Idaho.

Ed and Jan just celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary.

He was a member of Early Day Gas Engine and Tractor Assoc., Branch 150. He was also a member of the Antique Caterpillar Machinery Owners Club.

A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions in Ed’s name be made to the Heritage Station Museum Old Iron Show, 108 SW Frazier Ave. Pendleton, Oregon 97801.

The family wishes to extend a huge thank you to the staff, especially the nurses at North Canyon Medical Center for their loving care and kindness.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting the obituary link at www.demarayfuneralservice.com.

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Shirley Ann Escover, 68, a resident of Bliss, passed away Wednesday, October 5, 2016 at her home in Bliss. No public services are planned. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel.

Rachel Ann Hoskovec

Rachel Ann Hoskovec, 43, a resident of Bliss, passed away suddenly on Friday, October 14, 2016 at her home. Rachel was born April 21, 1973 in Bishop, California to Brenda and Phil Beeson.

In 1988 Rachel and her family moved to Buhl, Idaho from Texas where she went to school and hung out with many close friends. On February 9, 1992 she was blessed with a set of twins and her life changed for the better. Then again on December 1, 1995 she welcomed her youngest, and what she thought would be her last, baby in to her family. On September 14, 2002 she married her best friend Stanley Hoskovec. When she said “I do,” she was blessed with another daughter. Rachel and Stan moved to Bliss and settled down to raise their 4 kids and dog Buddy. Rachel was blessed with her first granddaughter in 2014 when her daughter married. In 2016 she was then officially a grandma to a handsome baby boy.

As a family they did so much together, from traveling to working cows every Sunday. Rachel was an amazing, big hearted person that would do anything for anyone unless her Packers were playing. As a mother she made sure to be at every activity the kids did and was always there any time of day or night. As a wife she would make sure her husband had everything he needed and sometimes didn’t need. She was an amazing daughter, wife, friend, and most of all mother and grandmother.

Rachel is survived by: her parents, Brenda and Phil Beeson; her husband, Stan; kids, Shelby Trent, Heather Hoskovec, Cody Trent, Timberly and Kenneth Fetterly; and her grandbabies, Kilha Rae and Stetson Jared.

Rachel was preceded in death by her, Grandma Vivian, Grandpa Fenton; Aunts Beverly and Mary; Uncle Leo; brother, Dale; sister, Lorie; and 3 grandbabies.

Any contributions can be made to: In Memory of Rachel Hoskovec Memorial Fund, at Farmers National Bank. PO Box 546 Wendell Idaho 83355.

A celebration of Rachel’s life was held on Friday, October 21, 2016, at the Hagerman Christian Center in Hagerman.

Her family would personally like to thank everyone that has done so much in this time of need and the love and support they have received.

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Dorothy Knight Bryant

Dorothy Knight Bryant, 91, a resident of Gooding, went peacefully to her Heavenly Father, surrounded by family in the comfort of her home, on Sunday, October 16, 2016.

Dorothy was born May 20, 1925, in View, Idaho, to Delbert and Lucinda Higley Knight.

Dorothy graduated from Shoshone High School in 1944. After graduation, she worked at the Clearfield, Utah, Naval Base, and then at the hospital in Gooding, Idaho as a nurse’s aide until she met Harold Bryant. They were married August 28, 1946, in a garden wedding at his parents’ home east of Gooding. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Boise, Idaho LDS Temple. She and Harold built their home on his family’s farm and remained there the entirety of their lives.

She was a life-long member of the LDS Church and served for ten years as the librarian. It was her favorite church calling. She was a DeMolay Mother, member of the Golden Hour Club, Art Guild and the Mental Health Organization. She also enjoyed gardening, embroidery, sewing, painting and reading.

Dorothy was a devoted and loving mother and grandmother.

She is survived by her sons, Curtis (Paula) Bryant, of Killeen, Texas; Danny (Elaine) Bryant, and Kenny (Tanya) Bryant, all of Gooding, Idaho; 11 grandchildren; 7 greatgrandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold B. Bryant; and 3 sisters.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, October 22, 2016, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Gooding with Bishop Chris McGinnis conducting. A committal service followed at Elmwood Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Gooding Public Library, 306 5th Ave. W. Gooding, Idaho 83330; or to a charity of your choice.

Arrangements are pending under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting www.demarayfuneralservice.com.

Dean Owen Patterson

Dean Owen Patterson was born on May 14, l931 in Dietrich, Idaho and died on October 18, 2016 in Gooding, Idaho. He lived in Idaho, Arizona, and Nevada. He married Anne Tester December 30, l949 to April, 1978. Partner Pauline Day from 1985 to 2008.

Rodeo was always a part of Dean’s life. He began his rodeo career by riding saddle broncs and moved on to calf roping and bull dogging when the Idaho Cowboys Association was formed.

Dean worked at the Gooding Livestock Commission Company, Twin Falls Stockgrowers Commission Company, and Burley Livestock Commission. He managed MIC Ranch in Richfield, Idaho, the Wine Cup Ranch in Nevada, and the X-1 Ranch in Kingman, Arizona. He bought a roping arena and steers in Glendale, Arizona, producing ropings several times a week. Dean then made his home in Carson City, Nevada working for the Nevada State Prison Inmate farm operation until he retired. While there he competed in the National Senior Pro Rodeo Finals and several ATRA ropings, winning the Idaho/Nevada Century Championship twice. A stroke in 2004 changed his active life and in 2008 he moved back to Gooding.

He is survived by: daughters, Sally (Rod) Pridmore of Fairfield and Sharon (Larry) Kimmes of Gooding; ten grandchildren; twenty-eight great grandchildren; sister, Donna Egeler; and brother, Alan (Leona) Patterson, both of Gooding. He was preceded in death by parents, Harry & Ethel Patterson; brother Dale, and son and daughterin-law, Bill & Judie Patterson.

A memorial will be held at the Fairgrounds 4-H building Saturday, October 29, 2016 at 11:00 a.m.

Cremation arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service –Gooding Chapel.

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Letter to the Editor

Dear Editor:

As a veteran, an educator, a Hispanic, and a citizen of Blaine County, I wholeheartedly and without hesitation support Alex Sutter to represent District 26 in the House of Representative. I have known Alex for four years. Alex, a man of compassion, integrity, honesty, and personal courage, is the best candidate and the only one who will represent us worthily and in the most superb manner. He believes in us and I believe in him.

His attributes and experiences are countless in every aspect.

Alex loves our country and can relate to us veterans because he proudly and self lessly served in the Army Reserve and Guard for 10 years. Additionally, when it comes to education, I cannot think of a better candidate than Alex. He served on the Richfield School District Board for three years. For Alex, education is essential to the stability of any society. He knows that as citizens, we need an educated electorate, an educated work force, and the ability for parents to decide how to educate their child the best. He believes in accountability and funding in a responsible manner. As parents, we desire for our children to receive the best education possible and so does Alex. I know that he will work countless hours to ensure that our students receive such an education.

Alex has lived a life of devotion and service like no other candidate.

He is a leader with an exemplary character and an impeccable moral behavior. Moreover, he has the qualifications to win the election and join the Idaho House of Representative on November 8.

---- Como veterano, educador, hispano y ciudadano del Condado de Blaine, apoyo a Alex Sutter sinceramente y sin vacilación alguna para representarnos en el Distrito 26 de la Cámara de Representantes. He conocido a Alex por 4 años. Alex, un hombre de compasión, integridad, honestidad y valor personal, es el mejor candidato y el único que nos representará dignamente y de una manera magnífica. Él cree en nosotros y yo creo en él.

Sus atributos y sus experiencias son numerosas en todo aspecto. Alex ama a nuestro país y puede verse reflejado and nosotros, los veteranos, ya que con mucho orgullo y abnegadamente sirvió en la Reserva del Ejército y de las Guardia por 10 años. Además, cuando de educación se habla, no puedo pensar en un mejor candidato que Alex. Sirvió en el Comité Escolar del Distrito de Richfield por 3 años. Para Alex, la educación as esencial para la estabilidad de cualquier sociedad. Sabe que como ciudadanos, necesitamos un electorado educado, una fuerza laboral educada y la habilidad que tienen los padres de decidir cómo educar a sus hijos de la mejor manera. Cree en la responsabilidad y en la financiación de una manera cumplidora. Como padres, deseamos que nuestros hijos reciban la mejor educación posible y así también lo desea Alex. Sé que trabajará horas incontables para asegurarse de que nuestros alumnos reciban tal educación.

Alex ha vivido una vida de devoción y servicio como nunca antes otro candidato lo hizo. Es un líder con una naturaleza ejemplar y una conducta moral intachable. Aun más, posee los requisitos para ganar las elecciones y ser parte de la Cámara de Representantes del Estado de Idaho el 8 de noviembre.

Jorge Pulleiro, Hailey

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from: Senator Mike Crapo Idaho’s ammunition manufacturing industry is expanding, but the new jobs being created may be dependent on federal policies that Idaho Senator Mike Crapo says must stay consistent with the rights of Americans under the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Crapo visited Friday with representatives of Vista Outdoor, which recently announced plans to expand its ammunition manufacturing operations in Idaho, creating more than 130 new jobs in the Lewiston area. Presently, one out of every five jobs in Lewiston is related to ammunition manufacturing.

“Governor Otter, the State of Idaho, Nez Perce County and Valley Vision are all to be commended for creating the business-friendly environment that encourages Vista Outdoor to expand in Idaho,” Crapo said. “But we can’t sustain that expansion if some federal agencies and officials continue to try to wrongfully restrict the right to bear arms, an effort opposed by many Idahoans and Americans alike.”

Crapo noted letters from federal agencies sent to try to stop veterans from owning a firearm if they have suffered a head wound and another effort by Social Security to report beneficiaries to the National Instant Criminal Background (NCIS) List if the agency deems them “mentally incompetent.” Such a designation could come simply from having a spouse help with a beneficiary’s paperwork. Crapo has introduced legislation to stop the Social Security Administration’s planned NCIS designations.

“Any discussion about restricting the Constitutional rights of law-abiding Americans deserves, at minimum, a full public debate in Congress,” Crapo added. “The Second Amendment reads: ‘A well-regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a Free State, the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed.’ I firmly believe this provision prohibits the federal government from denying citizens this right.”

Crapo is also co-sponsor of the Mental Health and Safe Communities Act, which would repair the existing background check system, increase the use of treatment-based alternatives for mentally-ill offenders and improve crisis response training for local officials.

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For or Against

The general election is only two week away, and most of you will vote (either literally or only in your minds) FOR or AGAINST a candidate based on reasons that have little to do with their ability to serve as an elected official.

Historically, tall, good looking candidates have been victorious more often than their short, homely counterparts. This small fact is, however, not about people voting for the most attractive person, but rather what people perceived a candidate’s character to be.

Attractiveness, physical attractiveness, is often seen as a sign of honesty and integrity. Even when a person is proven to be a despicable scoundrel, the previous assessment of their character persists. For many, this emotional response over-rides all logic and common sense.

Politicians have learned long ago, that creating an emotional response to a candidate is far more important than trying to appeal to one’s intellectual sensibilities. For example: Barack Obama was not elected President of the United States because he was, or is, a smart man who’s political ideas resonated with the people. People voted for him because of his skin color.

Mr. Obama was not the first black man to run for president, nor was he the most

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qualified black man to do so. He was just in the right place and the right time to take advantage of the American people’s imaginary guilt over things done far in the past.

On November 8th (or sooner, if you vote absentee), we will go to the polls for a no less historical election. Hillary Clinton has a real opportunity to become the first woman President of the United States.

Mrs. Clinton is not the first woman to run for president, nor is she even the best qualified woman to do so. Point of fact, there are six other women running in this year’s election for the leader of our nation. So... if you are ‘hell bent’ on voting for a woman to be our next president, there are other choices (only one other woman candidate in Idaho).

I say ‘hell bent’ not to be derogatory towards Mrs. Clinton, but to point out that you are being emotionally manipulated to vote FOR or AGAINST something that doesn’t matter. And, if you think Republicans are immune from this sort of thing, you are wrong.

A great many Republicans “leaders” are spouting off a lot of garbage about how they don’t like Donald Trump. Is he a bit of a loud mouth showman who often says things that offend people?

Yes, but while that may not be a great character trait, it shows us something that the American people need in their next president - honesty and integrity.

Honesty is the willingness to say what you think rather than hiding behind the wall of political correctness. Integrity is the willingness to apologize when you are wrong and... to stand by your words when someone disagrees with you.

On November 8th, you will vote FOR or AGAINST something.

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more Letters to the Editor Dale Ewersen advocates spending close to home Dear Editor: Dale Ewersen, candidate for State Senate, takes buying local to heart, because spending at home enlivens our communities. Ewersen would carry that philosophy to the Idaho Senate. He’d look for ways to help small businesses succeed and prosper in Idaho because that is a principle that is at the heart of Ewersen’s philosophy of limiting government overreach. Dale’s not afraid of wandering into the weeds to find solutions. He thinks folks know best how to manage their lives and businesses and he’d like to promote legislation that would foster business growth in our Legislative District 26.

For young people just making their way in the world, those first jobs are key. Employers need the flexibility and time to train new workers for success. Arbitrarily increasing the minimum wage will mean fewer jobs for first-time workers. Dale thinks that is the wrong direction for the government to take. Most people pay workers more than the minimum wage to attract and keep valuable employees. Local business does not need more pressure from the government to do the right thing. Let market forces dictate pay. Everyone will benefit.

Sincerely,

Michael H. Leach, Hailey Dear Editor: Let me tell you about Representative Steve Miller. He is a fourth generation farmer/rancher in Fairfield. He has held local, state and national positions serving as Camas County Commissioner, Camas Soil Conservation District Supervisor and Secretary/Treasurer of National Association of Conservation Districts. Having a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Idaho in Agricultural Engineering, Steve takes his research acumen and practical knowledge of Idaho soils, waters, farm lands and conservation very seriously.

Having served four years Idaho House of Representatives, Steve has spent countless hours studying the issues and speaking with individuals about taking care of our precious lands and waters. His 48 years of farming in Blaine and Camas Counties, his commitment to organic wheat and hay production and passion for stewardship of Idaho’s natural resources goes beyond text book study in solving real issues facing Idahoans. He listens and acts in a thoughtful and purposeful manner to conserve and protect our great state of Idaho. Vote for Steve and he will continue to represent you well.

Cheryl Sandy Miller, Fairfield

October 26, 2016

MCCONNELL FOR SHERIFF Lincoln County Commissioner Rebecca Woods endorsed Cresley McConnell for Lincoln County Sheriff.

Commissioner Woods uses the words ‘good, bad and very ugly’, ‘serious ethical and moral reasons’ stating McConnell will bring ‘community compassion and ethics to the sheriff office’.

Lincoln County Commissioner McConnell uses his position to intimidate and harass citizens and business’s of Lincoln County. Commissioner Woods makes this bad situation worse by supporting his bid for sheriff.

March 27, 2014: McConnell was serving a Board of Commissioners (BOC) meeting. He became irritated, loud and confrontational. Twice he was asked to settle down. The third time he jumped up yelling and was asked to leave the room to ‘go settle down’.

May 19, 2014: McConnell entered a Shoshone business, reached behind the counter taking some paperwork. The owner did not press charges filing a grievance with Lincoln County BOC for June 9, 2014. McConnell approached another Shoshone business demanding to see their surveillance system to see who posted a public notice on their window and offered $50 to anyone who would tell him who posted it.

June 12, 2014: McConnell entered the Lincoln County prosecutor’s office regarding a public document used at the June 9th BOC meeting. McConnell confronted the secretary who became so upset and distraught the office was closed and she was taken home by the Sheriff. McConnell was banned from the prosecutor’s office.

McConnell has no credentials for leadership in law enforcement and with his temperament and lack of experience should not be issued a firearm and placed in charge of trained experienced personnel. His opponent for Lincoln County Sheriff is the Shoshone Chief of Police with 10 years in law enforcement.

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LOOKOUT! Big Game

The number of auto collisions involving big game animals typically rises during fall and winter, so Idaho Fish and Game encourages motorists to slow down and be extra cautious.

A cow elk was hit recently by a school bus on Highway 21 near Idaho City, and just last week, two people were hospitalized after a cow moose caused a three-vehicle collision on Interstate 86 east of American Falls. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Being extra careful and watchful is the best defense against a wildlife/vehicle collision,â&#x20AC;? said Krista Biorn, Fish and Game habitat biologist. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Drivers should slow down and allow a few extra minutes to their travel time for their own safety, and the safety of Idahoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wildlife.â&#x20AC;?

Snow at upper elevations triggers the migration of deer, elk and other big game to lower-elevation winter range, and many will be crossing Idahoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s highways and roads. This migration increases the risk you will encounter wildlife on or near roads and highways.

Collisions between vehicles and wildlife are not only dangerous, they are expensive. Hitting a deer or elk often results in thousands of dollars in vehicle damage, not to mention a preventable loss of wildlife.

Some accidents are unavoidable. Motorists should report any injury collision to the public safety dispatcher by calling 911, which will send officers to the scene. If possible, move your vehicle to a safe place and alert on-coming traffic with your emergency flashers until law enforcement authorities arrive.

If you come across a dead animal on the side of the road, you can report the roadkill on the Fish and Game website at https://idfg.idaho.gov/species/roadkill.

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