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News from the Heart of Idaho Camas • Lincoln • Gooding
December 9, 2020
Vol 44 Num 50
Grant Funds Books & Backpacks State Wide Mask Mandate?
In November, the Camas County School Library received $5,000 in grant funding from the Idaho Commission for Libraries (ICfL) for the 2020-2021 school year. Along with helping purchase quality, age-appropriate fiction and nonfiction books, this funding also ensures that kindergarten and first-grade students are allowed to checkout at least two books per week. The goal of the ICfL’s Supporting Beginning Readers Mini-Grants are: to increase the amount of reading done in the home; to increase access to age-appropriate, quality, fiction and nonfiction titles in elementary school libraries; and to increase the number of children reading on grade level. Camas County School Librarian Roxanne Bell said, “Because of this grant, we will have enough books for our littlest, and often most underserved, students to be able to take at least two books home per week to read with their adults.” To keep these books safe, students have been working on “Book Care Rules” since August. One of those rules is to keep books in the backpack unless they are reading. However, Mrs. Bell said the most important rule is... Enjoy your books! ICfL Youth Services Consultant Staci Shaw said, “Research verifies that children who are not reading on grade level by the end of first grade only have a one in eight chance of ever catching up without costly direct intervention. ”Scores from the 2017 Idaho Reading Indicator* show that 49 percent of incoming kindergarteners recognized fewer than 11 letters of the alphabet, and of low-income children, that number rose to 63 percent. The availability of reading material in the home, whether owned or borrowed from the library, is directly associated with children’s achievement in reading comprehension.** The 2012 “Idaho Public Elementary School Library Study: Children’s Access to Books,” conducted by Boise State University literary expert Dr. Roger Stewart, determined that just over a quarter of Idaho public elementary school libraries received $100 or less from their school to purchase new books for the entire 2011 -2012 school year. ICfL School Library Consultant Jeannie Standal said, “The majority of Idaho’s public school libraries do not have the funding to provide enough fiction and nonfiction books to meet the needs of Idaho’s students. ”State Librarian Ann Joslin said, “A child’s educational foundation is established early, and the amount of reading done in the home is the single most important factor in the development of a child’s literacy skills.” Joslin added, “With this grant funding, which was appropriated by the Idaho state legislature, we are helping our Idaho elementary school libraries develop and foster critical early literacy skills in our next generation of Idahoans.” *Idaho State Department of Education **National Center for Education Statistics, 2001
Last Friday, State Representatives Toone and Davis sent out a request to District 26 citizens to write Governor Brad Little asking for a statewide mask mandate. The stated reason for this request was, “Idahoans are dying in record numbers and urgent, meaningful action is required.” Since the pandemic started, there have been about 100,000 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Idaho and approximately 1000 deaths attributed to this disease. If these numbers are correct, that is a death rate of about 1%. However, when you factor in co-morbidity (death of individuals with pre-existing conditions) which is about 95%, the real death rate from coronavirus is around .05%. In a recent study by Rutgers University in New Jersey, nearly 90% of those who died of Covid-19 in at least two New Jersey hospitals had prior “do not resuscitate” orders. While it is difficult to obtain current overall death rates, an analysis of CDC Excess Death data by Dr. Genevieve Briand (an economics professor at John Hopkins University) shows Covid-19 “has relatively no effect on [total] deaths in the United States.” Her analysis also showed a huge drop in deaths attributed to heart disease, respiratory disease, influenza and pneumonia, in some cases as much as a 95% drop. Part of this drop may be due to recategorization of deaths. “What we should have observed is an increased number of heart attacks and increased Covid-19 numbers. But a decreased number of heart attacks and all the other death causes doesn’t give us a choice but to point to some misclassification,” Briand said. The heartache of losing a loved one (no matter what the cause) can not be minimized, but the hyper-politicalization of this disease is producing vast amounts of misinformation. If Idahoans are in fact “dying in record numbers,” a statewide mask mandate might be appropriate. However, if the data shows that Idahoans are not dying in increased numbers, a mask mandate is simply a politcal placebo. While the majority of people are not wearing masks (regardless of mask requirements), many small businesses are suffering from shutdown policies. Some of these businesses may never return. Also, many of our elderly are dying earlier than they should because of isolation. Humans need to socialize. They need to touch each other. Taking that away is a death sentence.
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Notices of Upcoming Events & Meetings Gooding Holiday Craft Show... Online?
This year’s Gooding Holiday Craft Show has been cancelled. However, they are on FaceBook with opportunities to purchase gift items. They will be online until December 18th. Remember... please donate canned food items and/ or winter coats to Helping Hearts and Hands.
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Decorating Contest for Chrismas
The Camas Chamber of Commerce home and/or business Decorating Contest is now up to $450 to be split between the two top displays (2/3 First, 1/3 Second). Dress up your home! Spruce up your business! Let the holiday lights SHINE! And... enter your creation for a chance to win BIG BUCKS - $450 The signup sheet is at the Camas Creek Country Store, and you now have until December 11th at store closing to put your creative skills to the test.
Eligible property owners who have circuit breaker status More Stories from Gooding Elementary through Camas County can request consideration by the Cheerleading City Council for snow removal assistance. Please contact I attended a Gooding cheerleading camp in the summer and fall. The first the City office for an application 208 764-2333 City Hall thing in cheerleading is the dance, The Senator Rumble. After the Senator is located at 407 Soldier Road. Rumble we got to practice the pyramid. There are ten people on the bottom
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of the pyramid and the cheerleaders throw you up on top of the pyramid until the number gets to one. We all get to wear black and red dresses that say GES, with black shoes, and a bow in our hair. If you are younger than high school, they have mini-cheer camp once a year. If you are interested in cheerleading, it costs $30.00 a year for the camp. I would suggest attending because it was really fun! by Lotus Scott
The History of Legos
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Do you know how Legos were invented? It began in the workshop of Ole Kirk Christiansen. Ole was a carpenter from Billund, Denmark who began making wooden toys in 1932. In 1934, his company came to be called "Lego", derived from the Danish phrase leg godt which means "play well". In 1947, Lego expanded to begin producing plastic toys. In 1949, Lego began producing, among other new products, an early version of the now familiar plastic Legos, interlocking bricks, calling them "Automatic Building Bricks". They are a great toy and I think Legos would make many kids a wonderful gift for Christmas! by Theo Bartholomew
Last chance for Idaho Renters to receive Financial Help
The deadline for Idaho renters affected by COVID-19 to apply for short-term financial assistance through the Housing Preservation Program is 5 p.m., Friday, Dec. 11. To apply, renters are encouraged to go to www.idahohousing.com/covid-19 or call 1-855-452-0801. The program is available only to renters who owe past-due rent or utilities because of COVID-19 circumstances. To be eligible, applicants must earn less than 80% of the Area Median of Income, must be Idaho residents and must have at least one member of the household legally eligible to reside in the United States. Those receiving a federal housing subsidy are not eligible. Additional details are available at www.idahohousing.com/hpp-faq/. Any approved payments are made directly to landlords or utility companies. The Housing Preservation Program was initially funded in April with a $250,000 investment by Idaho Housing and Finance Association. Gov. Brad Little and the Coronavirus Financial Advisory Committee allocated $15 million from the state's Coronavirus Relief Fund. Other resources are still available for Idahoans experiencing a housing crisis. Please go to www. idahohousing.com/homeless-resources/ for a list of resources and providers in your area.
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Dickens’ Christmas Carol LIVE on Facebook
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Saturday, December 12, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. Hosted by Glenns Ferry Historic Opera Theater
The cast and crew at the Opera Theater in Glenns Ferry have turned their disapointment of having to shut down live performances into a great opportunity. The Dickens play, which is a holiday tradition for so many people, will be live streamed on Facebook on December 12th. With all new costuming and sets, it is an opportunity you don’t want to miss. To purchase your access to the performance, goto their Facebook page: Glenns Ferry Historic Opera Theater. The Early Purchase Discount is only $2.99 (till Friday). After that it’s still only $4.99. For more information, goto: glennsferrytheatre.org
Gooding High School Honor Society Holiday Drive
The GHS Honor Society is doing a holiday drive for items to gift to our community members at the assisted living facilities in Gooding. They are hoping to have stockings and gifts for all 53 residents at the 3 facilities. If you would like to donate anything, contact Chelsea Lee, the Honor Society Officers Dylan Ray, Brynlee Bingham, Kiera Patterson and Lynara Bennett, or items can be dropped off at the High School.
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Senior Center Menus All menus are subject to change without notice.
Our Senior Centers are open, but most only for take-out. Please call by 10:00 a.m. and let them know you are coming.
Hagerman 837-6120 (140 East Lake Street)
Lunch is served every Monday, Wednesday & Friday. -------------------------Friday, Dec 11... Ham Monday, Dec 14... Oven Fried Chicken Wednesday, Dec 16... Mediterranean Pork
Wendell 536-9951 (380 East 1st Street)
Lunch is served every Monday & Friday at Noon. -------------------------Friday, Dec 11... Tater Tot Casserole Monday, Dec 14... Potato/Beef Gravy w/ Stawberry S.C.
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Lunch: $2 (2-9) $5.50 (10-59) $4 over 60 (suggested) ----------------------Friday, Dec 11 (Sho) We are still delivering Tuesday, Dec 15 (Sho) Meals. Just call and Wed, Dec 16 (Sho) We’ll be there in a jiffy
The Richfield Senior Center is Closed until the 1st of the year.
Fairfield 764-2226 (129 Willow Avenue West)
Lunch: 60+ $5 (suggested) 11-59 $6 / 5-10 $2 / under 5 free -------------------------Friday, Dec 11 Pork Chops w/ Mash Potato Tuesday, Dec 15 Sweet n’Sour Chicken w/ Rice Wednesday, Dec 16 French Dips w/ French Fries
Gooding 934-5504 (308 Senior Avenue)
Lunch Suggested Donation $4.00 -----------------Thursday, Dec 10 Roast Pork Monday, Dec 14 Breaded Fish Tuesday, Dec 15 Stuffed Peppers Wednesday, Dec 16 Spaghetti w/ French Bread The U.S. Dept. of Agriculture prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or marital or family status (not all prohibited bases apply to all programs). To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington DC 20250-9410 or call 800795-3272 (voice) or 202-720-6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity lender, provider and employer.
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obit ua r ies Karen Scott
Karen Scott, 85, passed away on November 30th, 2020 in Twin Falls Idaho. Karen was the daughter of Herbert Grant McCowan and Eunice Cleveland McCowan Harrison. She was born on May 29th, 1935. She was the 4th of six children. After graduating from High School in Dietrich, Idaho, Karen then married James Alva Scott on July 29th, 1952. They were seal for time and eternity on July 2nd, 2009. They had 4 children. Ronald, Brenda, Debi and Brad. Together they raised their family in Shoshone, Idaho. Karen worked a number of different jobs. She drove potato truck for Herb with blocks of wood that Jim had strapped to the pedals so she could reach. She worked at the Frosty Isle, gas station, Sawtooth Food store and was a Coordinator at the Tupperware plant. Karen was a person everyone loved to be around. Her laugh would brighten anyone’s day. She showed her family how to be compassionate and loving to everyone. She was a natural care giver for anyone who needed a place to live, rest to collect themselves, or a safe haven. She cherished her neighbors by helping the elderly and adopted any of the kids as grandchildren. Karen loved the outdoors. She loved her big garden but the only time you ever found her in it was when the peas were ready to eat. She loved to camp with her family and extended family. She always seemed up to an adventure on any camp trip. Most of them were unintentional but she had a knack for causing them. Anyone camping with her soon learned to call her grandma which tickled her. Karen was always scared of water but loved to fish. Jim bought a boat to broaden her fishing experiences, but could never convince her to cook or eat any of the fish. Karen loved any family get togethers and the more the merrier. At times there was so many of us stuffed in the house that we would end up sitting on stairs or in bedrooms, but we were together and that was all that mattered to her. Mom was a food pusher as Becky called her because you could never go to her house and not eat. She had her mother’s sweet tooth and everyone knew if you wanted on her special list, then Almond Roche was the ticket. Don’t expect her to share any of that though. You could always tell what Karen was doing by her clothing or face. If covered in floatation devices, she was fishing. If grinning from ear to ear, she was sitting in front of a hamburger with a pepsi. If scowling, someone had snitched a french fry. Karen was an ANGEL here on earth that has just returned home. She will be missed by those of us left behind. Karen is survived by her children- Ron, Brenda, Debi (Jim Ruth) and Brad (Becky); brother Randy (Dorene). She was the proud grandmother of 10 grandchildren and 21 greatgrandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. She left behind many nieces and nephews that she loved with all her heart. Karen was preceded in death by: her mother Eunice and father-Herbert; brothers HerbKenneth-and Richard McCowan; sister-Elaine Hall; nephews- Chad and Jordan McCowan. A private family service was held on Saturday, December 5, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. at Demaray Funeral Service - Shoshone Chapel. The service was followed by a grave dedication at the Shoshone Cemetery. Condolences, memories and photos can be shared with the family by following the obituary link at www.demarayfuneralservice.com
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Donald Guy Wayment
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Donald Guy Wayment, 68, of Richfield, Idaho,
passed away on December 2, 2020 at his home surrounded by family. Don was born on September 7, 1952 to Stan & Lula Wayment of Richfield. The family moved to Burley when Don was in 2nd grade, where he graduated high school in 1971. Shortly after graduation he moved back to Richfield and began milking cows for Wendell & Kathy Johnson and was known as the best irrigator on the Richfield track. He then went on to milk cows for a couple of years for Jimmy & Eunice Powell, before going to work for Wards Cheese, currently known as Glanbia. Don retired from Glanbia in 2019. Don married Tammy Jones in 1977, while married they had three children Mandy, Heather, & Ryan. They later separated. Don enjoyed chariot racing, fishing, hunting, and most of all watching his grandkids play sports. You always knew where he was sitting in the stands, as he was quite vocal when supporting them. Later in life you could find him having coffee with his buddies in the mornings and later in the afternoon playing pool. He was preceded in death by his father and mother; sister – Alberta; sister - Kathryn; and grandson - Baylee. Don is survived by his children - Mandy Dawn (Spence) King, Heather Jo (Jason) Perkes, and Ryan Merrill (Dawnyl) Wayment; his brothers - Robert and Richard; and his grandchildren - Taylor, Torie, Hayden, Adyson, Carsn, Madden, and Elijah. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, December 12, 2020 at 1:00 pm at the Richfield Cemetery in Richfield. Funeral arrangements by Demaray Funeral Service – demarayfuneralservice.com
Felix Acha, Jr.
Felix Acha, Jr., 48, a resident of Gooding, passed away on Sunday, November 29, 2020 at St. Luke's Medical Center in Twin Falls. Felix was born on November 21, 1972 in Gooding, Idaho, the son of Felix Longaray and Ruth (Marquardt) Acha. He was raised and educated in Gooding, where he graduated from Gooding High School. He greatly enjoyed his beloved L.A. Dodgers. Felix is survived by: his three brothers - Donald Acha of Gooding, Chris Acha of Boise and John Acha of Colorado; numerous nieces, great nieces and nephews; and aunts, uncles and cousins in Spain. He was preceded in death by his mother - Ruth on August 26, 2012 and his father - Felix on August 25, 2019. A rosary service was held on Thursday, December 3, 2020 at Demaray Funeral Service - Gooding Chapel. Funeral mass was celebrated on Friday, December 4, 2020 at St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church in Gooding. Burial followed at the Elmwood Cemetery in Gooding. Funeral arrangements by Demaray Funeral Service.
Doris Elaine Cox
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Doris Elaine (Hobdey) Cox, 92, a resident of Fairfield, drifted peacefully into eternal rest on Wednesday, December 2, 2020 in Ketchum, Idaho. Doris was born on July 4, 1928, two miles north of Bliss, Idaho at her grandmother's home where the family had gone during the Camas Prairie winter. Doris was the 2nd of four daughters born to John and Nellie Hobdey. Raised on Corral Creek and with no boys in her family, Doris learned at an early age, the hard work of a farm. She attended a one-roomed school house in Corral where she and her sisters rode their horse 5 miles to attend summer school. She graduated from Camas County High School in 1946. Doris met the love of her life, Donald Cox at Leavell's Rodeo in 1947. They married on July 16, 1948 at the old Methodist Parsonage in Fairfield. Doris and Donald built their home on the west side of Fairfield from the old Daniel's School House where they raised their 5 children, Ken, Linda, Gary, Steve, and Janet. Donald passed away in 2011. She continued to reside in their family home, living there for 72 years. Doris did many odd jobs to help raise the family including a waitress, lunch lady, hardware store clerk, flagger for a crop duster, caregiver for elderly members of the community and finally working as a clerk for the Post Office, retiring in 1990 after 25 years of service. Doris' kindness and giving nature touched many whether it was a meal for anyone and everyone and quilts for every occasion. She thrived in organizing family reunions and events and had a way of keeping all the family members close. She was the 'Kool Aid' mom for the neighborhood and mom and grandma to many others. For over 9 years she hosted a Sunday breakfast for family and anyone who wanted to stop for a visit. Doris was always looking out for her community and volunteering wherever she was needed. For years she kept the flowers on Fairfield's Main Street watered and flourishing. She was an avid quilter, quilting at the Camas Senior Center and always having one on the frames at home. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary for 69 years and person of the year for Camas Chamber and the Gooding Elks. Doris is survived by: her sons - Ken (Bonnie) of Fairfield, Gary (Carma) of Kuna, Steve (Bobbie) of Fairfield; her daughters - Linda Thomas and Janet (Matt) Croner both of Fairfield and 17 Grandchildren, 33 Great-Grandchildren, 1 Great-Great Grandson. (and many more that called her Grandma). Remembering her love and kindness to all that she touched. A private family graveside service will be held on December 11, 2020 at the Mountain View Cemetery north of Fairfield. The family will hold a celebration of life at a later date. In lieu of flowers and memorial donations, the family wishes that you honor Doris' memory by being a good neighbor and friend helping make each day better for those in need. Funeral arrangements by Demaray Funeral Service – demarayfuneralservice.com
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© Yesterday, I drove downtown Whoville, Oregon. Elevation 2192, Population 3267, Time Zone: Mountain Standard Time. As I reached town, a banner was attached to a railroad overpass which read... “WELCOME TO WHOVILLE.” Many of you are wondering where Whoville is? Perhaps you have not even heard of the town!? I myself had not actually been to Whoville, but I have been to the town before the Christmas season changed the name to Whoville. The town I’m talking about is Nyssa, Oregon. It is across the Snake River from where I currently live (six miles north of Parma, Idaho). The town is primarily an agricultural area. A sugar beet factory was once the main stay of the town. I had speculations of the Whoville thing Nyssa had going on. The Covid Grinch has caused havoc everywhere. Many of the businesses are closed again with the orders of Oregon State’s governor. Some haven’t opened since the early shut down. Others were allowed to open only to be closed again. Small business owners cannot afford to take a 40 week vacation and expect to survive. With a few phone calls I found that the Nyssa City and their Chamber were wanting a sense of normalcy in their community during these unstable times. The annual parade still went on with a twist to comply with state ordered regulations. All the parade entries were parked stationary and the people did a drive through town in their own cars to see the parade.
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by Tee Hurd
In spite of every Covid Grinch act, the people of Nyssa weren’t going to let their Christmas spirit be taken. You may not of heard the Whoville singing, but you could see from their actions that, while the Covid Grinch was everywhere, he was not accepted in Nyssa Whoville. The same goes for the Covid Grinch in Fairfield, Idaho. It has put a damper on many festivities including the annual Christmas Tree Lighting. The lighting is like a hope and prosperity outlook in the midst of freezing temperatures. It extends a beacon of light from above to our daily trials. We all can be the “Cindy Lou Whos” who don’t give up, and see a kindred spirit regardless of the Covid Grinch. It may be as simple as putting up a strand of Christmas lights, putting a bow on a trash can, calling someone who is shut-in, or admiring someone else’s lights. The medico gurus say that lights can ease depression caused by Covid isolation, and help with the truths we have been told. People cheerup by seeing Christmas lights as well as the cheer the receive by sharing a light for others. Speaking of lights, you could also receive some change in the form of currency if you get set up for the Christmas Decorating Contest in Fairfield. You have to sign up at Camas Creek Country Store this Friday, December 11th, by closing time to be eligible for the big prizes. Be a “Cindy Lou Who” and don’t accept Covid Grinch despair. Illuminate, create, and share the Christmas spirit. This is my “Cup of Tee” in Whoville, U.S.A.
~ Legal Notices ~ Legal Notices ~ Legal Notices ~ Legal Notices ~ LEGAL NOTICE OF PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION SCHEDULED MEETINGS FOR 2021 The Camas County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold their regular meeting at the Camas County Courthouse Annex located at 517 Soldier Rd., Fairfield, Id. 83327 on the first Tuesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. If Tuesday is a holiday, the following Wednesday will be the meeting date. 2021 MEETING DATES JANUARY 5, 2021 MAY 4, 2021 SEPTEMBER 7, 2021 FEBRUARY 2, 2021 JUNE 1, 2021 OCTOBER 5, 2021 MARCH 2, 2021 JULY 6, 2021 NOVEMBER 2, 2021 APRIL 6, 2021 AUGUST 3, 2021 DECEMBER 7, 2021 Services for persons with disabilities can be made available by calling the P&Z Administrator at 764-2046 three (3) days prior to the public meeting or hearing. published on 12/9, 12/16, 12/23 & 12/30, 2020
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ELECTION CALENDAR FOR 2021
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That the following taxing districts will be conducting candidate elections in Gooding County during calendar year 2021: Taxing District Gooding Highway District-Comm. #1&3 122 3rd Ave W Gooding ID 83330 Hagerman Highway District-Comm. #1&2 903 Rocky Road Hagerman, ID 83332 Wendell Highway District-Comm. #1&2 132 S. Shoshone Wendell ID 83355 Bliss Highway District-Comm. #1 180 S. 2nd Ave. Bliss ID 83314 West Point Highway District-Comm. #3 421 N. Hailey Wendell ID 83355 Gooding Jt. School District 231 zones 1&5 1050 7th Ave. W. Gooding ID 83330 Wendell School District 232 zones 2, 4&5 150 E. Main Wendell ID 83355 Bliss Jt. School District 234 zones 2, 4&5 601 E. US Hwy 30 Bliss ID 83314 Hagerman Jt. School District 233 zones 1, 4&5 324 N. 2nd Ave. Hagerman ID 83332 Jerome J.t School District 261 zones 1&2 125 4th Ave W Jerome ID 83338 Buhl Jt. School District 412 zone 2 920 Main Street Buhl ID 83316 Gooding Library District- 1 board member 306 5th Ave W Gooding ID 83330 Gooding Cemetery District-Comm. #3 714 Main Street Gooding ID 83330 Wendell Cemetery District-Comm. #3 152 E. Main Wendell ID 83315 Hagerman Cemetery District-Comm. #1&2 934 E. 2700 S. Hagerman ID 83332 City of Gooding- Mayor & 2 Council Members 308 5th Ave. W. Gooding ID 83330 City of Wendell- Mayor & 2 Council Members 375 1st Ave. E. Wendell ID 83315 City of Hagerman- 2 Council Members 191 State Street N. Hagerman ID 83332 City of Bliss- 2 Council Members P.O. Box 102 Bliss ID 83314 Gooding Rural Fire District-Comm. #1&2 422 Idaho Street Gooding ID 83330 Wendell Rural Fire District-Comm. #1&3 76 S. Idaho St. Wendell ID 83355 Hagerman Fire District-Comm. #3 150 E. Salmon Hagerman ID 83332 Bliss Fire District-Comm. #2&3 P.O. Box 141 Bliss ID 83314 Gooding Recreation District-Comm. #1&2 1450 Main Street Gooding ID 83330 Wendell Recreation District-Comm. #3 287 West Main Wendell ID 83355
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Declarations of candidacy are available at the respective taxing district offices or at the County Clerk’s office. Recall/School district bond and levy elections may be held on March 9th, May 18th, August 31st and November 2, 2021. Signed: Denise Gill Gooding County Clerk
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death & service notices
A funeral service will held for Jeffrey Jon Rast at the Camas County high school gym on Saturday, December 12, at 3 p.m. Masks will be required, and sadly, Jeff’s requested potluck will have to wait until a safer time - maybe next summer. The service will be live streamed (for those who are not able to come) on Jeff’s Demaray obituary wall, as well as Jeff’s Facebook page. Jose Cruz Reyes III, 25, a resident of Gooding, passed away on Wednesday, December 2, 2020 of injuries in an auto accident in Gooding County. Arrangements by Demaray Funeral Service.
Betty Lou Beck, 95, a resident of Hagerman, passed away on Friday, December 4, 2020 at Stonebridge Assisted Care in Hagerman. Funeral arrangements are pending under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service - Gooding Chapel.
Rex Leland Strickland, 71, of Wendell, Idaho passed away November 22, 2020 in Twin Falls, Idaho. Services were held on Thursday, December 3, 2020 at the Wendell Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Graveside dedication concluded at the Wendell Cemetery. www.farnsworthmortuary.com
AnnLoy Andrews, 80, a resident of Wendell, passed away on Monday, December 7, 2020 at St. Luke’s Medical Center in Twin Falls. Funeral arrangements are pending under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service - Wendell Chapel.
Alvin Gene Hill, 89, a resident of Gooding, passed away on Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at the North Canyon Medical Center in Gooding. Funeral arrangements are pending under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service - Gooding Chapel.
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