Courier NEWS Vol 46 Num 50

News from the Heart of Idaho Camas • Lincoln • Gooding NEWS

Distinquished Service

On Monday, Camas County 4-H Coordinator, Carol Reagan, presented this year's Distinquished Service award to Harold Lefler for his years of leading 4-H Archery in Camas County.

Harold been active in Archery for most of his life. Before he came to Camas County, he taught Bowhunters' Education in Mountain Home. When Harold moved to Fairfield, he plugged into 4-H Archery and assisted Sheriff Dave Sanders with the 4-H Archery Club. Two years later, he made the commitment to become a 4-H leader in Archery.

During the last 7 years, Harold has been an exemplary model for the youth, imparting what it means to be involved in a sport that requires discipline, safety, sportsmanship, sound decision making and ethical behavior. His ability to involve parents has been demonstrated every year at the Camas County Fair's 4-H Archery Shooting Contest. Most of all, Harold has modeled what it is to be a lifelong learner.

Camas County 4-H is looking for other adults to follow in the footsteps of Harold, and help teach our youth skill that can last a lifetime. If you love animals (big and small) or sewing, maybe you enjoy leathercraft or photography, perhaps cooking is your passion, or working with wood or small engines is your thing.

Stop by the 4-H office at the county courthouse annex and see the posibilities.

Moose, Bighorn Sheep & Mountain Goat Seasons

by Connor Liess, Public Information Specialist

Idaho Fish and Game will be setting new seasons for upcoming moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goat hunts in early 2023 and gathering public input on the proposals.

Hunters can easily review the proposals at the moose, sheep, goat proposals webpage once they're posted. Proposals are expected to be posted this week, and the comment period will run through December 29 at 8 a.m. at idfg.idaho.gov/comment.

Moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goat seasons will be finalized by the Fish and Game Commission during its January 26th meeting in Boise. The application period for moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goat controlled hunts runs April 1 thru 30.

The public comment process will also include meetings and open houses hosted at Fish and Game’s regional offices. Staff at some regions will host a meeting and provide an overview of their proposals, while others will hold office hours where people can stop in and talk to a biologist during that time.

Magic Valley Regional Office 324 South 417 E. Suite 1, Jerome

Open House: Thursday, Dec. 15, 3-7 p.m.

Salmon Regional Office

99 Highway 93 North. Salmon Open House: Tuesday, Dec. 20, 4-6 p.m.

School Vouchers: Next Big Issue in Idaho?

This last Saturday, in the middle of a snow storm, I was visited by two young men on a mission. No, not a religious mission... a political one. Their goal was to convince me (and the rest of my neighbors) that school vouchers are bad.

Given that in September, the State of Idaho increased annual public school funding by $410 million, why is this an issue? Because this summer the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the State of Maine could not restrict where state tuition assistance (vouchers) is used. While this particular case was about religious discrimination by the State of Maine, it was also a huge win for "school choice" advocates.

School choice is an idea that says parents have the primary responsibility for the education of their children and should have the unrestricted choice of where and how their children are educated. This includes charter schools, private schools, religious schools, home schooling and... public schools.

The main issue in all of this is funding. Two thirds of education funding in Idaho comes from the state (taxes). If parents are tax payers (and they are), shouldn't they have the right to say how those education dollars are spent? Thirty-two states and the District of Columbia already provide parents this choice (to some extent) and Idaho may be next.

Opponents of school choice are rightly concerned that allowing school vouchers would take money away from our public schools. School funding is generally based on ADA (Average Daily Attendance) with some modifications. If a student goes somewhere else, so does the money, and in small school districts that can be a big problem.

But wait, isn't education about... education? If vouchers improve education, shouldn't we be using them?

That, of course, is the question. In rural America, it is doubtful that vouchers would be a major advantage to families, seeing that most small communities do not have multiple options for schooling. For families living in large cities, however, vouchers can help a student graduate from high school when they might otherwise dropout. Surprisingly, black students benefit the most from voucher systems.

Whether Idaho should adopt a voucher program may come down to how much faith you have in your local school district.

Giving Tree in Fairfield

Pick a name off the tree and help someone in need!

December

2 thru December 19

Drop off a new unwrapped gift with an angel name tag attached no later than 5:00 p.m. on December 19th at the CAMAS CREEK COUNTRY STORE. Thank you for blessing a community child this Christmas Season.

Please contact Bobi at 208-358-0720

Fairfield Food Bank: Friday, December 16th

This Friday, come to the Little building in the City Park for the Camas Community Pantry, Christmas Distribution from 3 to 5. As always, if you can’t make that time, call any of the numbers on the door and we will arrange a time to meet.

EMS Awareness Luncheon & Fundraiser

Saturday, December 17th at the Lincoln County Community Center

You are invited to this year's luncheon to be held from 11 to 2 on December 17th. A big Thank You to all those who donated for Raffle Baskets and Door Prizes: St Luke's, 2nd Time Around, Shirwin Williams, Valley Construction, CastroMart, Toy Town, Ice Caves, Glanbia. There are lots of locally made gifts with something for everyone. Hosted by Lincoln County EMS and First Responders.

A FRIENDLY REMINDER:

2022 Property Tax is due and payable on or before Tuesday, December 20, 2022. You can pay half by December 20 and the balance by June 20, 2022. If you have any questions, please contact your county Treasurer/Tax Collector.

Camas County

Gooding County Lincoln County Deanna Hoskinson Tine Wines Ann Youts 208-764-2126 208-934-5673 208-886-7681

Deadline to Enroll for Health Insurance is December 15th

Idahoans looking for 2023 health insurance coverage through Your Health Idaho, have until 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, December 15, to apply and enroll in a plan. Your Health Idaho is the only place Idahoans can apply for and use tax credits which act like an instant discount to lower monthly health insurance premiums - it’s easy to see if you qualify.

With open enrollment ending soon, Idahoans are encouraged not to wait. The Your Health Idaho Customer Support Center has extended hours from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and can be reached by phone or chat to answer questions and help consumers complete their applications.

For Idahoans who are unsure about how to enroll or determine if they qualify for a tax credit, a list of certified agents and brokers around the state is available online at YourHealthIdaho.org

Respiratory Season is Ramping Up Early

South Central Public Health District (SCPHD) urges residents to protect their health as case data show winter respiratory diseases are hitting the region earlier than usual.

Data on the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare's (IDHW) website show about 24 percent of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) lab tests came back positive between November 20th and 26th. In south central Idaho, that positivity rate jumped to nearly 40 percent.

Other viruses are also spreading in the region. Influenza has been detected in most areas of Idaho, including the south central region, and IDHW reports hospital admissions for confirmed influenza increased by over 1,500 percent in the last four weeks. COVID-19 cases have also increased over the last five weeks. The number of cases reported in the region jumped 62 percent last week compared to the week before. Statewide, IDHW reports hospital admissions for COVID have increased 72 percent in the last week.

"This fall has been cold and snowy, it is natural for people to gather indoors. The close proximity and decreased air flow give respiratory viruses the perfect opportunity to spread," says Logan Hudson, SCPHD Division Administrator. "We'll continue gathering inside most of the season, so it is important we take steps now to protect our health and decrease our risk of getting sick."

Many respiratory viruses are contagious before symptoms start so practicing good hygiene at all times can help prevent disease spread. SCPHD recommends people:

Stay home when sick.

Get a vaccination/booster for any viruses circulating.

Wash hands often, especially after sneezing, coughing, using a bathroom, or blowing your nose.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth whenever possible.

Cover your coughs and sneezes or cough into your sleeve.

Wendell Officials Graduate From Community Health Academy

Wendell Mayor Rebecca Vipperman and City Council member Shaun Spencer recently completed the Community Health Academy, a program of the Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health (the Foundation) that provides expertise and funding to help build healthier communities.

The Community Health Academy is a learning collaborative where mayors and city staff collaborate with each other and learn from local and national experts. Sessions in the academy focus on things that impact community health, such as childcare, communications, housing, food systems, civility, and creating pedestrian-friendly environments.

“We found ideas that are going to help us immediately and some long-term solutions that we are excited about,” Mayor Vipperman said. “We are really grateful that we were able to participate in the Community Health Academy.”

The City of Wendell received a $20,000 grant for completing the academy. Vipperman said those funds will be used to develop a new city park.

The Community Health Academy is open to all Idaho cities, who must apply to the annual program. Wendell was one of nine cities that was accepted into this year’s academy. The other participating cities were Caldwell, Glenns Ferry, Idaho Falls, Lewiston, New Meadows, Nezperce, Payette and Weiser.

“Cities that attend the Community Health Academy leave with knowledge, actionable items, and funding to help make transformational change within their communities,” said Kendra WittDoyle, Executive Director, Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health.

About the Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health

The Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health, Inc., is a nonprofit charitable foundation established in 2001 by Blue Cross of Idaho. The Foundation is dedicated to giving back to Idaho and addressing root causes that impact health. More information is available at www.bcidahofoundation.org

Camas Quips

How do you know when the Moon has had enough to eat? When it's full!

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Why is it hard to starve in the desert? Because of all the sand-which is there.

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Hockey players are always cool because they sit next to their fans.

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What do you call the aging process for snowmen? Evaporation.

Where do you find a grandma in a hurry? Insta-gram.

The CEO of IKea was apointed Prime Minister of Sweden. He is currently assembling his cabinet.

Brother and I didn't get along as kids. We finally realized that we each needed our own places, so we didn't have to share our stuff.

Gathered

by Tee Hurd

My brother is my partner in crime until we get caught. Then he done it.

My sister is my best friend until she copies my hair-do. Then I sware she's adopted.

Today I saved $260 on toothpaste by no going to Costco.

This morning I sas a person dragging a clam on a leash behind him. It must of been hard to walk with a pulled mussel.

What's the difference between a poorly dressed man on a trycycle and a well dressed man on a bicyle? Attire.

What do you call a sad strawberry. A blue-berry.

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My teachers told me I'd never amount to much since I procrastinate too much. I told them, "You just wait and see!"

Senior Center Menus

All menus are subject to change without notice.

Shoshone Richfield

886–2369 (218 N Rail St. W) 487–2722 130 S Main Street

Lunch: $2 (2-9) $5.50 (10-59) $4 over 60 (suggested)

Thursday, Dec 15 (Rich) Corn Dogs & Fries w/ Soup Friday, Dec 16 (Sho) Baked Potato Bar Monday, Dec 19 (Rich) Roast Beef & Mash Potato Tuesday, Dec 20 (Sho) Roast Beef & Mash Potato Wed, Dec 21 (Sho) Sloppy Joes & Potato Salad

Fairfield 764-2226 (129 Willow Avenue West)

Lunch: 60+ $5 (suggested) 11-59 $6 / 5-10 $2 / under 5 free

Friday, Dec 16 Pork Loin w/ Mash Potato Tuesday, Dec 20 Shepard's Pie Wednesday, Dec 21 Navy Bean Soup w/ Corn Bread

Gooding 934-5504 (308 Senior Avenue)

Lunch Suggested Donation $5.00

Thursday, Dec 15 Spaghetti w/ Garlic Bread Monday, Dec 19 Hay Stacks

Tuesday, Dec 20 Swedish Meatball w/ Noodles Wednesday, Dec 21 Fish w/ Creamed Peas & Potato

Hagerman 837-6120 (140 East Lake Street)

Lunch is served every Monday, Wednesday & Friday.

Friday, Dec 16... Chicken Burger & Soup Monday, Dec 19... Mac n'Cheese w/ Ham Wednesday, Dec 21... Homemade Pizza

Wendell 536-9951 (380 East 1st Street)

Lunch is served every Monday & Friday at Noon.

Friday, Dec 16... Beef Pot Pie Monday, Dec 19... Goulash w/ Apricots & Cake

obituary

Edgar John Smith

CWO2 Retired – Edgar John Smith, known all his life as Jack, passed away on December 8, 2022. He was born November 27, 1929 in Klamath Falls, Oregon, to Lester Lincoln Smith and Margaret Espy Smith.

Edgar graduated from West Linn High School. He worked several jobs before joining the Oregon Army National Guard. He won several medals when he was on the shooting team. He retired as shop foreman in 1979 after 31+ years.

He married Lois Elaine Corderman in 1949. They raised four children: Raymond, Yvonne, Ronald and Velma. They divorced in 1980.

Jack moved to Idaho to enjoy hunting, fishing, boating and camping. He married Jean Kelley Jones on November 7, 1981. They bought 80 acres in north Shoshone.

Survivors are: Raymond and Peggy Smith, Yvonne and Reid Nelson, Ron and Gerri Smith and Velma Smith; also the mother of his children – Lois Corderman Prince.

His loving wife – Jean, survives as do her six children who loved him: Charlene Gray, Colleen Weber, Carley and Jerry Bryant, Christy and Mac Gray, Charles and Linda Jones and Craig and Ginger Jones.

No funeral services are planned at this time.

Cremation arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Shoshone Chapel. Condolences, memories and photos can be shared with the family by following the obituary link at www.demarayfuneralservice.com

Risch, Shaheen Rural Disaster Assistance Bill Heads to President's Desk

Press Release

Last Thursday, the House of Representatives passed the bipartisan Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act, led by U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), and now heads to the President's desk. The bill previously passed the Senate unanimously in September. This legislation will allow rural homeowners, renters, and small businesses to more easily access disaster relief in the wake of a natural disaster.

"I'm pleased to see this bipartisan legislation head to the President's desk and be signed into law," said Risch. "Rural communities impacted by natural disasters will now be free of bureaucratic red tape and receive the critical resources needed in a timely manner."

"When a disaster hits a rural community, small businesses often face undue red tape as they recover and rebuild," said Shaheen. "Small businesses are the backbone of New Hampshire's economy, and they deserve timely access to the relief they need when they're most vulnerable. That's why I'm thrilled the House passed this bipartisan, commonsense legislation to address bureaucratic barriers and ensure emergency resources are available to rural Granite State business owners."

Background: In the spring of 2019, Idaho County in the Idaho panhandle experienced severe and unprecedented flooding, prompting a Presidential Disaster Declaration for Public Assistance that helped rebuild roads and public infrastructure. In response to scores of affected small businesses and homeowners in the region, the state also applied for SBA's disaster assistance programs. However, Idaho's request was denied.

Under current law, bureaucratic roadblocks prevent small businesses and homeowners in rural communities from accessing Small Business Administration (SBA) assistance following a natural disaster. The Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act allows the Governor of a state to request disaster assistance from the SBA during a presidentially-declared disaster, allowing rural communities to more readily access and secure SBA disaster assistance during the greatest times of need.

obituaries

Jack Benjamin Bates

Jack “Cooper” Benjamin Bates, 38 years young, left this earth on November 26, 2022. Cooper was born on October 9, 1984 in Jerome, Idaho to Sandee and Kent Bates.

Cooper was raised in Southern Idaho and had many friends all over. He made friends wherever he went.

Growing up he enjoyed helping his grandpa Jack on the farm and really loved his early morning flights with grandpa. He had a love for everything outdoors, fishing with grandma and his brother and sisters. He was always so full of energy and life.

In school Cooper enjoyed playing sports and was a great ball player. He graduated high school from Hagerman in 2003 “#Shota Blan Hoo Rah!” After high school he attended Northwest Nazarene University in Nampa, Idaho on a full basketball scholarship. He quickly returned home to support and help family after receiving news about Hannah’s cancer.

Cooper then spent the rest of his years working in the farming and construction industry. He loved to travel especially to Arizona and the family cabins. Cooper J was always the life of the party and the funny guy. You always knew when Coop was in town.

Cooper enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He loved the role of being an uncle to his niece and nephews and being their “Uncle Dunk”. He loved his family and loved hard.

He is survived by his mother – Sandee Bates of Hagerman, Idaho; his father – Kent (Rita) Bates of Hansen, Idaho; his oldest sister – Mekenzie (Randy) McDaniel of Clark Fork, Idaho; his big brother – Blake Bates of Twin Falls, Idaho; grandparents – Jack and Barbara “G-Baby” Gough of Bliss, Idaho. His grandma – LaRae Curtis of Twin Falls, Idaho; his niece – Maci Morris and nephews – Cade Morris and Hudson McDaniel; and his many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Cooper is preceded in death by his little sister – Hannah Brooke; his great grandma –Sarah Gough “Grandma Grape” and his grandpa – Gordon Curtis.

Cooper left us all with so many great laughs and memories that will never be forgotten.

Funeral services were held on December 1, 2022, at Demaray Funeral Service –Gooding Chapel. A private family burial followed at the Hagerman Cemetery.

Dorothy Maxine Weeks, 91, a resident of Bliss, passed away on Monday, December 12, 2022 at Bennett Hills Care Center in Gooding. Funeral arrangements are pending under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service - Gooding Chapel.

Kenneth Franklin House, 83, a resident of Richfield, passed away on Wednesday, December 6, 2022 at St. Luke's Medical Center in Twin Falls. Funeral arrangements are pending under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service.

Kirk Louis Dushane, 88, a recent resident of Gooding, passed away on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at Bennett Hills Care Center in Gooding. Funeral arrangements are pending under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service.

Harold Linn Sauer, 73, passed peacefully away at home in Hagerman on November 27, 2022, due to complications of COPD. Funeral service were held on Friday, December 2, 2022, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Jerome. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.farnsworthmortuary.com

Anastasio Fernandez Gonzalez

Anastasio “Pete”~”Pedro” Fernandez, 76, a resident of Gooding, passed away on November 28, 2022 at St. Luke’s Medical Center in Meridian. He was born May 9, 1946 in La Lastra, Cantabria (Santander), Spain, the son of Estaban Fernandez and Jesusa Gonzalez.

Anastasio was raised and educated in La Lastra. He was the fifth child of six children. He worked very hard at a young age raising cattle in the steep Cantabrian/Pyrenees mountains of northern Spain. He served two years in the Spanish army and worked as a lineman before coming to America on a visa contract as a sheepherder.

He worked in Arizona, Oregon, Nevada, California before coming to Idaho to work for George Arkoosh. Anastasio began as a truck driver for Joe & Martin Trucking in 1979. Retiring in 2020, 41 years of hard-working happy years!

His only hobby and side gig were cows. Anastasio had been born raising cattle and continued this practice through out his life. It was a huge part of his existence.

In 1976 his daughter Stephinee was born. He enjoyed and loved her immensely. The sunshine of his earlier days.

He married Melody Davis on August 19, 2000 in Gooding, Idaho. With this union he inherited three stepchildren, many in-laws and a few outlaws.

In 2001 he became a later-in-life daddy to Susana who became the love of his life and his world. She was his “Right Hand Man” until the end! The neighbor called them Pete and Re-Pete. His favorite title of all was Daddy.

He is survived by his Wife and Angel - Melody Fernandez; two daughters – Susana Fernandez of Gooding/Pocatello, Idaho and Stephinee (Serafin) Martinez of Jerome, Idaho; three stepchildren – Autumn, Vanessa and Wills; one brother – Isidro Fernandez of Madrid, Spain; two sisters – Luisa Fernandez of Torrelavega, Cantabria, Spain and Fani Fernandez of Madrid, Spain; five grandchildren – Yesenia, Benny, Andres, Draven and Jadyn; several awesome nieces and nephews. His lifelong friend - Paco Crespo; and many work associates, family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents; one brother – Emilio; one sister – Pina; one grandson – Sergio Martinez; and a lifelong friend – Nano Crespo.

(We would like to thank you, Mama, for being sweet as pie and tough as nails…) We will forever hold onto the love that bound us. Services were held on Monday, December 5, 2022 at Demaray Funeral Service - Gooding Chapel. A private burial followed at the Elmwood Cemetery in Gooding. A dinner and fellowship was held at the Gooding Basque Center in Gooding.

Medical: Monday & Friday 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Dental: Tuesday & Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Pharmacy: Monday thru Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Pursuant to Idaho Code 67-6509 & 67-6511, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Camas County Planning and zoning Commissioners will hold a public hearing at the Camas County Annex, 517 Soldier Rd., Fairfield, ID 83327 on the 3rd day of Jan, 2023 at 7:15pm or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard. The purpose of this hearing is for the Planning and Zoning Commissioners and the public to make a recommendation to update Ordinance 160, along with the Zoning Ordinance Chapter 8 snow load requirements.

Written comments will be received by the Planning and Zoning Administrator until 5:00 pm Jan 2nd, 2023 at P.O. Box 430, Fairfield, Id 83327 or email via ccpz@rtci.net. Public comment will be limited to 5 minutes at the public hearing. Services for persons with disabilities may be made available by calling the office of the Planning and Zoning Administrator at 208-764-2046 three (3) days in advance of the hearing.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Pursuant to Idaho Code 67-6509 & 67-6511, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Camas County Planning and zoning Commissioners will hold a public hearing at the Camas County Annex, 517 Soldier Rd., Fairfield, ID 83327 on the 3rd day of Jan, 2023 at 7:05pm or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard. The purpose of this hearing is for the Planning and Zoning Commissioners and the public to consider recommended changes to Ordinance 165 to meet requirements set forth by Idaho Code 67-6504.

Written comments will be received by the Planning and Zoning Administrator until 5:00 pm Jan 2nd, 2023 at P.O. Box 430, Fairfield, Id 83327 or email via ccpz@rtci.net. Public comment will be limited to 5 minutes at the public hearing. Services for persons with disabilities may be made available by calling the office of the Planning and Zoning Administrator at 208-764-2046 three (3) days in advance of the hearing. 32-22

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

At 10:00 o'clock A.M. (recognized local time) on April 05, 2023, on the Front Steps of the Camas County Courthouse, located at, 501 Soldier Road, Fairfield, Idaho, Flying S Title & Escrow of Idaho, Inc. fka First American Title Company as Trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, situated in Camas County, Idaho, and described as follows, to-wit:Lot 9 in Block 2 of Princess Mine Ranch Subdivision, Camas County, Idaho, according to the official plat thereof, recorded in the Office of the County Recorder of said County Information concerning the foreclosure action may be obtained from the Trustee, whose telephone number is (208) 785-2515. According to the Trustee's records, Parcel RP001700020090A, Fairfield, Idaho 83327 is sometimes associated with said property. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession, or encumbrances to satisfy the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust Including Due-On-Sale Rider executed by, William K. Watkins and Tamera N. Watkins, husband and wife as Grantor(s), Flying S Title & Escrow of Idaho, Inc. fka First American Title Company, as Trustee, for the benefit and security of, Andrew P. Thomas, a married man as his sole and separate property, as Beneficiary; said Deed of Trust Including Due-On-

Sale Rider was recorded June 29, 2018 as Camas County Recorder's Instrument No. 2018088379. The default for which this sale is to be made is as follows: 1) make the monthly payment of $238.65 plus an escrow fee of $9.00 for a total monthly payment of $247.65 due for the 10th day of August, 2022 and a like sum of $247.65 due for the 10th day of each and every month thereafter. 2) to comply with section A4 of said Deed of Trust Including Due-On-Sale Rider to pay at least ten days before delinquency all taxes and assessments affecting said property, specifically the 2019, 2020 and 2021 taxes are delinquent. The above Grantor(s) are named to comply with Section 45-1506(4)(a), Idaho hhCode. No representation is made that they are, or are not, presently responsible for this obligation. As of November 14, 2022 there is due and owing on the loan an unpaid principal balance of $14,547.51, accrued interest in the amount of $231.17 for a total amount due of $14,778.68. Interest continues to accrue on the Note at the rate of 5% per annum with a per diem rate of $1.99 after November 14, 2022. All delinquencies are now due together with any late charges, advances to protect the security, and fees and costs associated with this foreclosure. The Beneficiary elects to sell or cause said property to be sold to satisfy said obligation.

DATED November 23, 2022

FLYING S TITLE & ESCROW OF IDAHO, INC. FKA FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY

By: Rae Albert, Trust Officer

Maria Victoria Mejia

Maria Victoria Mejia, 27, of Hagerman, Idaho passed away unexpectedly on November 26, 2022. Her death left her entire family devastated and in shock. Maria was born on October 23, 1995 in Santa Rosa, California, two minutes after her twin sister Karina, to parents Jose Mejia and Susan McCullough. After moving to Idaho, Maria spent her youth playing and growing at her grandparent’s farm in Challis, Idaho. In the sixth grade Maria moved to Wendell, Idaho. During her teenage years, she was an active member in her school's community, always surrounding herself with friends. She graduated Wendell High School in 2014. After high school, Maria mainly resided in the Magic Valley to be close to her family. Maria met Rafael Ayala while working at the Valley Country Store in Wendell, Idaho. They began seeing each other and she immediately fell in love with him and his son, Aiden. They went on in their relationship and had a beautiful son together, Emilio Alberto Ayala, in 2017. She was excited to become a mother. In the five short years they spent together, Maria and Emilio enjoyed spending every possible moment together, especially spending time down at the river. He was the light of her life. She loved her son dearly and everyone who knew Maria knew how much her little boy meant to her.

Maria was a friend to everyone she met and could brighten a room with a simple smile. She had a laugh everyone recognized. Maria was able to meet many people by working in various businesses in Hagerman, Idaho over the years. In her free time, you could find Maria on the river, playing pool with friends, watching a good movie, and on game day you could always find her supporting the Green Bay Packers.

Maria is survived by her son, Emilio Alberto Ayala of Hagerman, Idaho; father, Jose Mejia of Challis, Idaho; mother, Susan McCullough and step father, Leonardo Urdiera of Wendell, Idaho; sisters, Karina Mejia of Jerome, Idaho and Jessica Hernandez of Twin Falls, Idaho; brother, Junior (Leonardo) Urdiera of Wendell, Idaho; nieces, Madison, Ellie and Aaliyah; nephews, Nathan, Kaiden, and Marcelo; aunts, uncles, and cousins; along with all of her many friends in the community.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Albert and Bernadette McCullough of Challis, Idaho.

A Celebration of Maria’s Life was held on Saturday, December 10, 2022, at Farnsworth Mortuary, 1343 S Lincoln Ave, Jerome, Idaho.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family on Maria’s memorial webpage at www.farnsworthmortuary.com

Legal Notice of Planning and Zoning Commission Scheduled Meetings for 2023

The Camas County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold their regular meeting at the Camas County Courthouse Annex located at 517 Soldier Road, Fairfield, ID 83327 on the first Tuesday of every month at 7:00 PM. If Tuesday is a holiday, the following Wednesday will be the meeting date.

Meeting Dates for 2023

January 3, 2023

February 7, 2023

March 7, 2023

April 4, 2023

May 2, 2023 June 6, 2023 July 5, 2023 August 1, 2023

September 5, 2023

October 3, 2023 November 7, 2023 December 5, 2023

Services for persons with disabilities can be made available by calling the P&Z administrator at 208-7642046 three (3) days prior to the public meeting or hearing. published on 12/14, 12/21 & 12/28, 2022

SUDOKU PUZZLES

Bliss School Needs New Superintendent

The Bliss School District Board of Trustees is seeking a highly qualified educational leader to serve as Superintendent/Principal starting July 1 for the 2023-2024 school year.

Application Deadline: January 9, 2023 For application and job details go to www.bliss234.org/employment-opportunities or call 208-352-4445 Michele Elliott for information. EOE

► The Bliss School District is seeking a Fulltime Special Education Para-professional aide. For more information contact Michele Elliott, Clerk, Bliss School District #234, P.O. Box 115, Bliss, ID 83314 phone (208) 352-4447. Application available at www.bliss234.org. EOE

► Lee’s Automotive in Shoshone is looking to hire a technician! Call 208-886-7191 for more information! Pay is D.O.E! Hours are Monday through Friday 8-5!

WANTED

► Seeking to purchase old sewing patterns (1970s & earlier). Any size, brand. Call or text Lucy at 541-410-9944.

FOR SALE

► Raider Camper Shell - fits 02-07 GM Pickups. Nearly New. Call 208-320-2029

► Quality Snow Brooms & Ice Scrappers for Sale. $7.50 each and $5.00 each. Fairfield Mow & Snow. Call, text or email: (208) 283-6221 snewpzer@ yahoo.com

► Green 1997 Saturn SW2 Station Wagon with set of Winter Tires on wheels.Manual Transmission, runs like a sewing machine, 231,916 miles $1,500. Contact Ben at 612-247-9768.

► Snow-blowers for Sale. Dependable, light to medium duty. Most have electric start. Email for detailed list. Fairfield Mow & Snow. Call, text or email: (208) 283-6221 snewpzer@yahoo.com

► BEEF for Sale $6/lb. Order 1/4, 1/2, or 1 share of beef. Ready the first of August. Magic Valley producers. Order on our website daltoncattle.com, or call/text 208-490-7583.

SERVICES

► FAIRFIELD MOW & SNOW. Local service for snow-blowers, lawn equipment and more! Call, text or email: (208) 283-6221 snewpzer@yahoo.com

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► Shoshone School District is now hiring a maintenance employee. Position is fulltime with benefits including health insurance, PERSI retirement and leave time. Please visit the district web site at www.shoshonesd.org for a complete job announcement and application. For questions please call John Larsen at 208-886-2381.

► Golden Years Senior Citizens, Inc. is seeking a part-time assistant cook to help prepare lunch on Mondays and Thursdays at the Richfield Senior Center. Salary and total hours are negotiable. Call 208-886-2369.

► PATCHING Levi, coveralls, etc. Repair broken zippers in anything: jackets, bags, pants, etc. Hemming: pants, dresses, coveralls, etc. Drop Off at 380 East Salmon Street in Hagerman, or Julie’s Ace Hardware in Gooding. 208-837-6267 - Kathy.

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If you need help or want to help a friend or family member Call 208-788-4191 or info@theadvocatesorg.org

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