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December 17
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Volume 38 ~ Number 51 News from the Heart of Idaho Camas • Lincoln • Gooding
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Gooding Skatepark on Track for this Summer Armed Robbery office at the fairgrounds to give input on the design of the park. Dreamland Skateparks, the designer/builder, has built big and small skateparks all over the United States and even in Europe. Mention a Dreamland park, and skateboarders will come from hundreds of miles to try it out. Based out of Oregon, they have built over a half dozen park in Idaho including Buhl, Jerome, and the 21,000 square foot facility in Hailey, Idaho. The folks at the design meeting were truly excited to have Dreamland on this project, and everyone agreed that whatever the design, it will be great. Even so, the owners of Dreamland, Mark Scott and his wife Danyel, wanted to hear ideas and design elements that would make this park unique to Gooding. Ideas put out included landmarks such as the City
Gooding United Methodist Church (805 Main Street, Gooding)
December 19th at 6:00 p.m. Free Chili Feed from 5:00 to 5:45 Everyone is invited!
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Press Release Gooding Police On December 15, 2014, at approximately 8:44 p.m., three male subjects entered the Steve’s Quick Service located in the 600 Block of Main Street and committed an Armed Robbery. Two of the males appeared to have been armed with handguns. The clerk was held at gun point by the two males, while the third male took undisclosed items. All three subjects had their faces covered with masks. All three males exited the store and left westbound on foot. The clerk was then able to call 911 and responding Officers canvassed the area, but were unable to locate the suspects. The Gooding Police Department is following up on several leads and asks that anyone who may have seen anything contact them immediately at 208-934-8436.
Merry Little A Community Show Christmas Program Light December 14th
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Children’s Christmas Pageant
of Rocks, Deadhorse Cave, and the River Wall. Other ideas included cowboys, the railroad, and Mrs. Scott mentioned that incorporating skatable artwork is becoming very popular. The city’s Public Works Director, Todd Bunn, said that the park will be more than just a skatepark. It will have picnic tables and places to just sit and watch the fun. He added that while all the funds are available to complete this project (grants, etc.), people can still contribute to the project which will allow the city to do those extra things to make the park special. The final design should be finished by the end of the year, and the construction will begin this coming spring. For more information, contact the city office, or check out dreamlandskateparks.com
Shoshone Episcopal Church (104 West B Street)
December 18 at 7 p.m.
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At long last, the wait is almost over for Gooding skateboarders. A world class skatepark is in the final design phase of being built just north of the high school. For the last several years, the City of Gooding has been working to build a skatepark for the community, and earlier this month, city, community leaders, and skateboarders gathered at the University Extension
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Christmas Hope
The God Squad Puppet/Drama Team will have two performances at the Gooding lst Christian Church (334 Fourth Avenue West in Gooding) on Sunday, December 21st ~ 3 & 6 p.m.
Richfield School Christmas Program December 22nd at 7 p.m.
Wendell Seniors Need a Cook
Tea Party
Saturday, December 27th, 2014 from One to Three o’clock at the Camas Senior Center (129 Willow Avenue West ~ Fairfield)
For a cost of $10, each child will be able to choose a lovingly handmade outfit for her doll.
Dress up pretty. Bring your doll and tea set. Tea and Treats will be provided.
Ducks left To Waste
The Wendell Senior Center is looking for a part-time cook to provide lunch on Mondays. If you are interested, The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is looking for please call Margaret Presnell at 536-5751. information on twelve ducks that were wasted in Buhl. On Nov. 26, Senior Conservation Officer Meghan Roos Camas Discount Cards responded to a call where she found the ducks in a ditch The Camas Mushers Athletic Booster Club is now behind Kacy Meadows in Buhl. Eleven drakes and one selling discount cards. $10 card gets you discounts at hen mallard were recovered that had been tossed into the various busnesses throughout the area. Available at: ditch to waste. the Prairie Inn, Soldier Creek Brewing, Between the “The ducks were likely killed a few days to a week beLines, the Senior Center, Claude’s Sports. fore being dumped there,” said Roos. People with information leading to a citation on this or Wendell Library Fundraiser other crimes are eligible for a reward This is your last week to buy Raffle tickets for a 32” flat through Citizens Against Poaching, screen television. Tickets are a dollar a ticket, 3 tickets for and callers can remain anony$2.50, or 6 tickets for $5.00 (drawing will be December mous. Call CAP at 1-800-63222, 2014 - need not be present to win). 5999 around the clock, call Fish On January 1st, Wendell Library is starting a Adult Read- and Game’s regional office at 208ing Club. The first book we are reading will be “The Best 324-4359, or contact Officer Roos of Me”, by Nicholas Sparks. If you are interested , Please directly at 208-539-4428. sign up at the Wendell Library 536-6195. -----------
A FRIENDLY REMINDER
From your County Treasurer/Tax Collector that 2014 property taxes are due and payable on or before Monday, December 22, 2014. Gayle Bachtell – Camas County Tine Wines – Gooding County Ann Youts – Lincoln County Send your News & Articles to News4u@gmx.com or call 764-3322
Input Sought On Trophy Regulations
Public input on proposed 2015/2016 moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goat seasons is currently being solicited by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. There is an open house planned for Dec. 18, from noon to 7 p.m. at the Magic Valley Regional Office, 319 South 417 East, Highway Business Park, 2.5 miles north of the Flying J, Jerome.
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After 14 years with US Bank, Gail Johnson has decided to leave the banking business behind. We would like to invite you to celebrate her retirement on Monday, December, 29th at US Bank in Fairfield. The open house will start at 2:00 and end at 4:00. We willhave refreshments so come one come all to wish Gail good luck in her new endeavors.
Parkinson’s Support Group
Do you know someone with Parkinson’s? Have it yourself? Don’t live with it alone. The Magic Valley Parkinson’s Support Group is available to assist people and their loved ones deal with the challenges of this disease. Monthly meetings are held at 1:30 on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at the Jerome Liberary (100 1st Ave. E.). As many as one and a half million American’s have Parkinson’s Disease and every year 65,000 more cases are diagnosed. In the Magic Valley it is estimated that there may be as many as 1000 people with the disease. Most cases are diagnosed after age 60, and men are one and a half times more likely to have it than women. The first symptom of Parkinson’s Disease is often tremor, but other motor disorders may also be present or be exhibited alone, such as trouble with balance, slowness of movement evidenced by difficulty buttoning a shirt, cutting food or brushing teeth, as well as short, shuffling steps. Any of these symptoms cause personal distress and may limit the person’s ability to manage work or social life. A support group where those suffering from Parkinson’s Disease and their spouse or caregiver may meet others to discuss and learn methods of coping can be a life—saver to many families. Neurologists who treat Parkinson’s encourage their patients to participate in a Support Group to combat depression and learn coping skills. There is no charge to participate in the Magic Valley Parkinson’s Support Group and the monthly meetings include educational speakers, discussion time and socialization. It is managed by volunteers and its purpose is to offer support and education for Parkinson’s sufferers and their spouses and caregivers. If you or someone in your family has Parkinson’s, you are invited to participate. Questions may be directed to nfturley@att.net or call 208-3585807.
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The Camas Conservation District still has trees for sale. Due to supplier limits, our blue spruce are smaller than last year but are still great little trees that are excellent in quality and will make a fantastic gift. We are able to offer them to you at the price of only $39.95. We still have a bristlecone and some junipers as well, both at the previously listed prices. Let us help you solve your “growing” Christmas list! Camas Conservation District providing “Conservation the Idaho Way!” Snowboards Alpine & X-Country Skis Retail ~ Rental ~ Repair Mtn Bikes ~ Water Skis Golf Equipment
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Loreda Virden
Jennifer Ann Parker
Jennifer Ann Parker, 69, of Wallkill, New York died peacefully on December 9, 2014 with her family by her side in Gooding, Idaho at the DeSano Place Care Facility. She was born to the late Dr. Robert Alexander and Eleanor Keller Bonner, December 29, 1944, in Waterbury, Connecticut. Jennifer graduated from Woodbury High School in 1962 and received a Masters in Psychology from Wheaton College in Norton, Massachusetts in 1966. Jennifer was a flight attendant from November of 1966 until she retired in 2005. She flew with Pan American World Airways for 25 years, and Delta Airlines for 14 years. Jennifer enjoyed seeing new places and meeting new people. As part of her career as a flight attendant, she took part in troop transport flights during both Desert Storm and Desert Shield. Jennifer was also a student pilot in helicopters and fixedwing aircraft and flew just over 400 hours in the 1960’s and 70’s, most of those hours in her own Piper J-3 Cub. Jennifer is survived by her only child, George J. Parker III, as well as her daughter-in-law, Charlene Parker, of Gooding, ID. She is also survived by three grandchildren; Drew Bishop, George J. Parker IV, and Grace E. Parker, all of Gooding. As well as; sister, Ellen Cohen, of Chapel Hill, NC.; sister, Phyllis Thompson, of Madison, MS.; brother, Robert Bonner, of Sedona, AZ.; niece, Mary Eleanor Taylor, of Atlanta, GA.; nephew, Phillip Thompson, of Jackson, MS.; and niece, Elea Cohen, of Frankfurt, Germany. Due to Jennifer’s wish to be donated to pancreatic cancer research there will be no formal ceremony. Her body has been delivered to the University of Utah Medical Center for medical research that may help future pancreatic cancer patients. Local arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service - demarayfuneralservice.com.
Loreda Virden, 90 of Wendell went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 11, 2014. Loreda was born on November 26, 1924 in Damascus, Arkansas. She married Robert R.C. Virden on October 30, 1941. To this union was born their son Robert Virden, Jr. She was a member of the First Southern Baptist Church of Gooding with a wonderful church family whom she loved dearly; Bonnie Runyan, Cathy and David Keever, and Juanita Braga. All of you held a special place in her heart and we cannot thank you enough for your love and care that you selflessly gave. She lived a full life, was a great mom, grandmother and great grandmother, great great grandmother as well as a loving wife but most of all a strong Christian woman; always looking for ways to serve her Lord and Savior Jesus. She is with Him now. No more pain, only joy and peace. Loreda was proceeded in death by her loving husband of 67 years R.C. Virden, grandson Ryan Virden and brothers Bill, Faburn, L.D., Lamar Payne and sisters Doris Hill and Maxine Evans. She is survived by her son Robert Virden, Jr (Lynda), granddaughter Kari (Joe) Denison; six great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren all of Idaho. She is also survived by her four brothers Norman, Robert, James and Millard Payne all of Arkansas. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 20, 2014 at the First Southern Baptist Church (2245 California St.) in Gooding, with Pastor Larry Kelley officiating. Visitation at the church will begin at 10 a.m. Burial will follow at the Wendell Cemetery in Wendell. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Dema- Lester “Bubba” Brothers, 76, a Wendell resident, died ray Funeral Service – Wendell Chapel. Condolences and Saturday, December 13, 2014 at his residence in Wendell. memories may be shared at demarayfuneralservice.com. A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, December 18, 2014 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the New Life ComNew Alanon Meeting munity Church in Wendell. Cremation arrangements are at the Gooding Walker Center under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service. (605 11th Avenue East) Kenneth D. Menck, 77, of Fairfield, died Friday DecemEvery other Wednesday ber 12, 2014, at his home. Funeral arrangements are pend6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. ing and will be announced by Farnsworth Mortuary. All are welcome!
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The Al-Anon Family Group is a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience,
Kurtis “Kurt” Layne Swenson, 54, a resident of Gooding and formerly of Gillette, Wyoming, died Wednesday, December 10, 2014 in Gooding. No funeral services are scheduled. Cremation arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service.
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obituary Rachel Ann Spence
Rachel Ann (Gorley) Spence was born December 27, 1924, in Zanesville, Ohio, the daughter of Wilbur Leroy and Emma Kathryn (Bonifield) Gorley. She died December 6, 2014, in Gooding, Idaho, from pulmonary fibrosis. She was pre-deceased by her parents and her brother, Richard L. Gorley. Ann had fond memories of growing up in a boisterous extended family in Ohio. She often said that she danced her youth away, most frequently at the dance hall on Buckeye Lake. She graduated from Lash High School, Zanesville, in 1942. In 1944, she married Kenneth E. Spence and moved to his hometown, Nampa, Idaho. She came to love Idaho and lived the rest of her life in Nampa, Caldwell, Boise, and finally, Gooding. Some of the family’s happiest memories are of summer vacations at the Russell cabin on Petit Lake in the Sawtooths. The couple had three children, Karen (Jim Flint) of Ashland, Oregon, Steven (Linda) of Gooding, and Stanley (Sandy) of Nampa. She was also the beloved grandmother of eight grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, and a growing number of great-great-grandchildren. Throughout the years, Ann created a warm, cheerful home for her family and their friends. Ann used her well-known organizational skills throughout her working life. Her first job was bookkeeper and assistant credit manager for Quality Furniture Company, Zanesville. She was the long-time executive secretary for the Idaho American Legion Auxiliary and from 1974 to 1989 was an executive secretary with Morrison-Knudsen (now URS). Ann’s favorite pastimes included reading, swimming, playing party bridge with friends, attending music and theater productions, and spending time with friends and family. For many years she was the official family photographer. Ann faced her declining health with the same lively spirit that marked the rest of her life. For those wishing to make a contribution in her memory, the family suggests Gooding Public Library (306 5th Ave W, Gooding, ID 83330) or any favorite charity. A memorial gathering will be announced at a later date. Local arrangements are under the care of Farnsworth Mortuary of Jerome.
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Merry Little Light Show
Make sure to drive through the “Marry Little Light Show” at the Gooding RV Park this Wednesday and Thursday, or take a sleigh ride from the fairgrounds on Friday and Saturday. If you don’t know where the RV park is, just drive north through Gooding, over the railroad tracks, past the fairgrounds and the Armry, and down the hill. At the bottom of the hill (before you cross the river) turn left (or east). If you are coming from the north, it should be easy to see. Community organizations and businesses are sponsoring fun and creative lights for your enjoyment all week long, and you get to vote for the winner to be announced on Saturday the 20th. A traveling trophy (and bragging rights) will be given to the best display. For the kids, a snowman building contest started on Sunday with prizes for different age groups. Bring your snowman or build on site. Along with the light show there will be music, food, and fun activities for the whole family to enjoy. Fire pits will be roasting smores and hot dogs to sell each night for a small fee - all proceeds going to the Hall Family. There will also be a drop off spot for Helping Hearts & Hands for their “Coats and Cans” drive. So please bring along an items you wish to donate to this great cause. Events during the week include: Ornament Making at the fairgrounds (Thursday), community services night (Friday), Hay/sleigh rides (Friday & Saturday), and a Chili cook-off (Saturday). The chili cook off benefit dinner for the Hall Family will open to the public at 6 pm. Cost is $5.00/person and includes chili, coleslaw, dessert, and drink (contestants need to bring their chili to the fairground office by 5:30pm). There will also be a 50/50 raffle winner announced that night. Tickets available at GVG booth through the week or at the chili dinner. The public can drive thru the light show during the week (14th through 18th). Friday and Saturday Hay/sleigh rides will be available to take patrons to and from the fairgrounds (no drive thru option on those nights due to the foot traffic through the show). And, of course, Santa will be visiting. Professional photos available for purchase by Cynthia Sliman. The light show is FREE to the public but donations are appreciated. Sponsored by Gooding Volunteer Group. Many of you have asked how much I charge for obituaries. The answer is “I don’t.” It has always seem distasteful to do so, and besides, many of those who find their way on to these pages are people I have known all my life or individuals I have come to know over the years of doing this newspaper. Therefore, it is a privilege to give these friends of mine one last honor.
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Last Friday, the 12th Day of December, my mom turned 75. When I am that age I hope I look as good as my mom does! My brother, my two sisters, and I, had a dessert social to celebrate Mom’s birthday. Unfortunately, my brother was in Tennessee for the Saturday afternoon social. The four of us would like to thank all the friends and family who came from miles around. In addition, we would like to thank them for the cards and pictures Mom received. The host City of Middleton even had a parade. The parade wasn’t for Mom, but it was a nice added feature we all enjoyed. At the event, I read the May 14, 2014 “Cup of Tee” that asked the question, “How old can you be before you are free of having your mom wash your mouth out with soap?” With that said, I read another story. But, before I did, I told all in attendance that my sisters weren’t responsible for what I was going to read (they had not heard it prior to the party). If I had suspected Mom might catch me with some soap, I would have drug my sisters in to share (you know that’s what family members do). The story I read, which follows, is my version of “The Night Before Christmas” by Clement C. Moore. I hope each one and all can rewrite your own version of the story for a loved one.
• Twas the night before Mom’s birthday... When all through her home, No children were daring to roam. The lights were on with external glare, In hopes her children would soon be there.
The children were probably snuggled in their beds, With no vision of her birthday in their heads. Momma was on the couch having a snack, And a fresh cold pepsi from the six pack, When out on the lawn arose a clatter. Mom sprang from the couch to see what was the matter. Away to the window she did hop by the big overstuffed chair did she stop. She looked high, medium, and low, through the fresh falling snow. Her heart pumped with cheer, oh, some of the kids are here. With the decision not to be so quick, for the car’s style, it might be her granddaughter, Nik.
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Mom made her way to the door, to see if it was some of her children - four. As surely it was that they came, Mom called out the kids by name. Enter Craig, enter Betty, enter Sis, enter Tee, Enter Ed, enter Claude, enter Tonie for me to see. By the light of the porch and the top of the wall, Mom discovered it wasn’t any of her children at all. Who else would be late to arrive, to be parked at the end of the drive? Silence outside was broken, with a stranger’s soft voice spoken. Ma’am, I know it’s late, but I’m in dire straight. With this snowy storm happening tonight, your house is the only one with a light. and I know it makes no rhythm or rhyme, I’ve been in a hurry to see my mother in time. my car tire has blown, from the speeds I’ve flown. It was obvious to Mom that the tire had blew, and the young gal had a wee one, there, too. “Please,” Mom said, “come in to be warm. Be yourself free of this storm.” Once warming with cocoa inside, Mom contacted friends to help with the gal’s ride. Her little baby was dressed in pj’s from head to feet, with a huge flap under his seat. A soft blanket was placed by Mom under his back, so cute was the child peeping from the pack. His eyes, how they twinkled, his dimples, how merry. His cheeks were like roses, his nose like a cherry. His droll little mouth was drawn up like a bow, and his skin was white as snow. He had a broad face and a little round belly, similar to a jar of Mom’s huckleberry jelly. For that night, the gal found a mother’s love, and blessings and miracles from above. That night none of Mom’s children did show, for there were two days to go, ‘cause Mom was dreaming away, two days before her birthday. Twas two nights before Mom’s birthday... when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.
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Is Marriage On the Rocks?
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ure, Paula Ettelbrick, who passed away in 2011. She was a vocal opponent of same-sex marriage who said, “I do not During the last year or so, there were a number of court want to be known as ‘Mrs. Attached-to-Somebody-Else.’ cases that affected marriage, though none of those rulings Nor do I want to give the state the power to regulate my changed how we view that institution. Both sides the ar- primary relationship.” gument, for and against same-sex marriage, insist that this Dispite all of the media hype, most homosexual people is a moral issue. On a individual level that may be true, are just like a lot of heterosexual people - they are not interested in getting married, especially when it is regulated but as far as the government is concerned, it is not. The truth is that the state is not interested in marriage... by the government. it is interested in money. While marriage contributes to a stable economy, the only time marriage really adds money to government coffers is when it ends. The DEATH TAX (which should have died long ago) is a revenue stream that our government (regardless of Serving Camas, Lincoln & Gooding Counties political affiliation) is reluctant to let go. Not only is it a form of double taxation, it often destroys small businesses. Even so, it is the one tax that is guaranteed to be paid - we all die. This is exactly the issue the U.S. Supreme Court ruled on when it said that the IRS must recognize same-sex marriagPremium Fuels & Lubricants es (if legal in a particular state) in regards to the death tax. for Farm, Business, and Residential In fighting this issue, the IRS was not making any moral judgement about homosexuality, it was simply fulfilling the greedy desire of our government for more money. For All your Insurance Ne e d s This did not, however, prevent LGBT Activists from C ome S ee J ulie B urton at 309 M ain S treet / G ooding claiming a “moral” victory. They immediately set out OFFICE HOURS: to make sure that every state recognizes same-sex marMon-Fri: 9 am to 5 pm riage - not on the firm fact of government discriminaAfter hours by Apointment tion in taxation, but on the imaginary idea of rampant (208) 934-8037 civil discrimination. Fax: (208) 934-8032 While is true that many people and organizations do not accept homosexuality, actual discrimination (in housing, employment, etc.) based on sexual orientation is rare. LGBT Activists point to lots of “reports” of discrimination, but real cases of discrimination are hard to find. In fact, a government study (HUD) Jason E Neil showed that discrimination against same-sex couple Financial Advisor in the housing market was a whopping... 2% (when 442 Main Street ~ Gooding reverse discrimination was factored in). 934-5001 or 227-3389 On the other side of this battle, many of our state legisjason.neil@edwardjones.com latures are doing the very same thing... fighting same-sex marriage as a moral issue. They want to define marriage as “one man, one woman” without any regard for unfair 401 Camas Avenue West taxation that might take place, or the fact that half or more of all marriages in the U.S. are civil marriages (no religious connection). What they really need to be doMedical & Dental Care ing is asking a simple question, “Should government be Sliding Scale fees available involved with marriage at all?” ===== Ironicly, our government leaders should probably be lisOPEN: Mon & Wed - 9 to 2 / Thur. 8 to 2:30 / Fri. 9 to 2 tening to the words of a leading lesbian and gay rights fig-
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Thank, Y’all, Jim Dandys would like to send out a big thank you to all who came for our pizza night. Thanks for all my volunteer helpers... Priscilla, Stephani, Heather. and Dan... Couldn’t have done it without y’all. ~~~~~~~~ The Chamber of Commerce would like to thank everyone who came out and supported the Annual Christmas Tree lighting events. There was a coloring contest for grades K – 3rd and each child did their best coloring these pages. The Senior Center picked the best in each grade for 1st and 2nd place. Congratulations to the coloring contest winners! Thank you to the sponsors of the Coloring contest: Jim Dandy’s Pizza, Valley Service, The Cliff Bar & Grille and The Iron Mountain Inn. And special thanks to the Senior Center for picking our winners. The coloring pages are on display at Camas Creek Store, US Bank, Jim Dandy’s Pizza and Soldier Creek Brewing. Colleen Brown was our 1st Place Chili Cook off Winner and Justin Pawley was our 1st Place Soup Winner. Congratulations to our winners!! We had 11 chilis entered and 5 soups this year in the contests. A HUGE thank you to Santa Claus for his visit to Fairfield to see the Kids. I know this time of year is very busy. Thank you to the following for helping make this year another success: Camas County School District Jerry Young- Iron Mountain Inn Camas Creek Country Store Between The Lines Designs The City of Fairfield Soldier Creek Brewery The Cliff Bar & Grille Camas Senior Center Camas County Library The Community Church
Mickey Dalin Valley Service Marshall Ralph Derel Geren Bob Cuellar Mike Gill Kathy Mennenga Mark Schmidt Ed Reagan Jim Dandy’s Pizza
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Letter to the Editor Hey FOLKS! #18 “JUST DO THE RIGHT THING” and it will
work out. Our Fairfield City Council, for years has avoided reality, failed to collect “deadbeat” debts. They have hidden the facts from “YOU”, the consumer. As a result, the debt load has increased to the point that they “RAISED YOUR RATES”, and covered those who don’t/haven’t paid in order to “PAY THE BILLS”!! The irony of it all is, 3 of the council members (councilmen Croner, Lee, and Mayor Marolf) have been DIRECTLY INVOLVED and KNOWLEDGEABLE, for the last Nine+- years!!! Yet have DONE NOTHING, EXCEPT TALK,, TALK,, TALK!! They could have turned off water, filed liens, and confiscated property, to name a few options. The procedures are clearly outlined in the “Association of Idaho Cities” information manuals, and advice/guidance from the City Attorney. Possibly it would be informative to look at EACH (elected) COUNCILMANS personal history and lifetime performance. How did they start life, their growth, their use/abuse of their own jobs. Were they upstanding professionals, honorably working for the good of the people, clients or companies they represent? Did they pay attention to detail and honorably work, as is in their JOB DESCRIPTION, or were they always trying to be “SLICK”. Misusing their authority, whether it be, falsifying hours, misuse of vehicles and equipment, fuel, credit cards, expenses, accountability, failure to inform, and the list goes on. Did they call these “ENTITLEMENTS”? Although not authorized, yet they, being in a position of TRUST, ABUSE their positions, or are they just stupid, and don’t know “RIGHT FROM WRONG”!! The word is “THEFT”!! Cut it any way you want to cut it, that is, what it is!! Their “ARROGANCE” prevails!! When you see them on the street, ask them: “WHAT DID YOU STEAL FROM ME, THE TAX PAYER TODAY”? NOTE: The “ANNUAL AUDIT” will be done next week!! Mayor Marolf CLAIMS to have recovered nearly half of the $47,000.00+- due. It will be interesting to see their final report and how this “shakes out”!! W.W. Knox II - U.S. Army retired Fairfield Resident ~~~~~~~~~
Dear Editor, Although I have not read any of the letters written by Mr. Knox, many of my friends have been urging me to write a letter of my own. Billy, I know you well and have offered to sit down and talk to you face to face. People liked and respected your Mom and Dad. Like you told me, it’s easy to see why you were such an
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embarassment to them. Why do you always carry a gun? Why do you live behind an 8 foot steel fence? What are you afraid of? You live in one of the safest communities in the United States. Why are you so full of hate? I would be willing to bet you have said more about yourself than anyone else in your letters and you don’t even know it. Afraid, Suspicious, Hateful? It’s impossible for you to do a good job of thinking - I know you well. When you spend all of your time being Afraid, Suspicious, and Hateful, you don’t have time to love anyone. You are all alone, Billy. It’s easy to see why. My cousin helps veterans whether you were in combat or not. I would be willing to set up the appointments and drive you there. It would be wonderful for you to live out your days without fear and hate, but with some joy, happiness and some true friendships. Sometimes Folks just need help. I love you, Billy Knox. Matt Croner
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T.S. No. 1248628-37 Parcel No. rpf0050004018ba NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE On January 20, 2015, at the hour of 2:00pm, of said day, at On the front steps of the camas county courthouse 501, Soldier Road, Fairfield, Idaho, First American Title Insurance Company, as trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a State or National Bank, a check drawn by a State or Federal Credit Union, or a check drawn by a State or Federal Savings and Loan Association, Savings Association, or Savings Bank, all payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Camas, state of Idaho, and described as follows, to wit: The east 67 feet of lots 18, 19, 20, 21, and 22, in block 4 of fairfield townsite, Camas county, idaho, as the same is shown on the official plat therefore located in the office of the county recorder of said county. Commonly known as 101 Alturas Avenue
West Fairfield Id 83327. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by Rodney Shane Harris An Unmarried Man as Grantor, to Gooding Title and Escrow, as Trustee, for the benefit and security of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., (“mers”) As Nominee For The Mortgage Co-op, A Utah Corporation, Its Successors and Assigns as Beneficiary, recorded February 17, 2005, as Instrument No. 78226, Mortgage records of Camas County, Idaho. THE ABOVE GRANTORS ARE NAMED TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 45-1506(4)(a), IDAHO CODE. NO REPRESENTATION IS MADE THAT THEY ARE, OR ARE NOT, PRESENTLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS OBLIGATION. The default for which this sale is to be made is: Failure
to pay the monthly payment due august 1, 2009 of principal, interest and impounds and subsequent installments due thereafter; plus late charges; together with all subsequent sums advanced by beneficiary pursuant to the terms and conditions of said deed of trust. The estimated balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said deed of trust is $136,424.21, including interest, costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation thereunder or in this sale, and trustee’s fees and/or reasonable attorney’s fees as authorized in the promissory note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust. First American Title Insurance Company C/o Calwestern Reconveyance Llc P.O. Box 22004 El Cajon Ca 92022-9004 (800)546-1531 Dated: September 12, 2014 Signature/By First American Title Insurance Company. DLPP-439929 published on 11/26, 12/03, 12/10 & 12/17
ELECTION CALENDAR FOR 2015
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That the following taxing districts will be conducting elections in Camas County during the calendar year 2015 NAME AND ADDRESS OF TAXING DISTRICT
ELECTION DECLARATION OF CANDIDACY DATE FILING DEADLINE
Camas County School District No. 121 601 Soldier Road Fairfield, Idaho 83327
March 10, 2015
Camas County School District No. 121 May 20, 2015 601 Soldier Road Fairfield, Idaho 83327
5:00 p.m. March 20, 2015
Camas County Library May 20, 2015 P.O. Box 292 607 Soldier Road Fairfield, Idaho 83327
5:00 p.m. March 20, 2015
West Magic Fire District November 3, 2015 960 West Magic Road #56 West Magic, Idaho 83352
5:00 p.m. September 4, 2015
Declarations of candidacy are available at the respective taxing district offices or at the County Clerk’s office. Signed: Korri Blodgett, County Clerk
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A Complete set of minutes are on file at the Clerk’s Office October 14, 2014 The Meeting was called to order at 9:05 a.m. by Chairman Ken Backstrom. Also present were Commissioner Barb McMurdo, Commissioner Janet Croner, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, and Clerk Korri Blodgett. The Board reviewed the agenda. Commissioner McMurdo made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Seconded by Commissioner Croner. Unanimous. The Board reviewed Resolution #167, authorizing the transfer of funds from the Planning & Zoning “B” budget to the Planning & Zoning “A” budget. Commissioner Croner made a motion to adopt Resolution #167. Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo. Unanimous. The Board reviewed Resolution #168, authorizing the transfer of funds from the Noxious Weeds “B” budget to the Noxious Weeds “A” budget. Commissioner Croner made a motion to adopt Resolution # 168. Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo. Unanimous. The Board reviewed the minutes of August 11th, 18th and 25th. Commissioner Croner made a motion to approve the minutes of August. Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo. Unanimous. The Board reviewed the minutes of Sept 2nd, 8th and 15. Commissioner Croner made a motion to approve the minutes as corrected. Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo. Unanimous. Commissioner Croner made a motion to approve the proposed insurance benefits provided by Myriad Benefits with an increase of 6 percent. Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo. Unanimous. The Board reviewed the bills as presented on the Claims List. Commissioner McMurdo made a motion to approve the bills as presented. Seconded by Commissioner Croner. Unanimous. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the bills to Camas Creek Country Store. Seconded-by Commissioner Croner. Commissioner McMurdo abstained from voting. The Meeting adjourned at 11:00 a.m.
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