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Capital For A Day in Gooding
On Monday, Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter and a dozen or more state officials came to Gooding for the Governor’s 97th Capital for a Day. The Gooding Basque Center was a full house with county and city leaders from Gooding and neighboring counties. Gooding Mayor, Walt Nelson, welcomed the state officials and thanked everyone for the great turnout. After a brief introduction of various department heads, the Governor open the meeting up for comments and questions from the public. Subjects of discussion included: the Little Wood River through Gooding and Shoshone; the protection of ground water quality, particularly after last year’s flooding that contaminated wells north of Shoshone; supporting existing and attracting new businesses to our small communities, and helping our young people find job opportunities closer to home; and fighting the growing problem of opioid addiction throughout the state. The subject that generated the most discussion was the proposed plan to move the Idaho Transportation Department’s District 4 administrative office from its current location in Shoshone. Last week, the Idaho Transportation Board voted unanimously in favor of a resolution to analyze three alternate locations near the Interstate 84/U.S.93 junction. Based on economic and social impact studies, the board felt that a new location for the offices would be the best use of public funds and provide highest public benefit. The Lincoln County Commissioners, along with District 26 representatives, have been trying to keep this move from happening because of the detrimental effects it will have on the Shoshone community. Lincoln County Commissioner, Rebecca Wood, said they have been making great strides towards improving Lincoln County’s economic and labor opportunities. Losing the ITD facility would be a major setback and take the community years to recover. ITD board member, Jim Kempton, said it is a difficult task to balance public expectations and funding realities. ITD has had a budget shortfall of over 100 million for several years, and to overcome that challenge, they need to find the most efficient use of funds. He reiterated that the resolution does not constitute a final decision by the board to relocate the office, but is intended to provide necessary data for the ongoing discussion. He also added, the board’s proposal must go before the Governor and the Idaho Legislature for final approval.
News from the Heart of Idaho Camas • Lincoln • Gooding
December 20, 2017
Vol 41 ~ Num 51
Wildlife Conservation
By Mike Demick, Conservation Information Supervisor The Recovering America’s Wildlife Act, a bill introduced December 14 in Congress, will deliver a modern enhancement in how fish and wildlife conservation is funded before species become more rare and costly to protect – if it becomes law. The bill (HR4674) would redirect $1.3 billion annually in existing royalties from development of energy and mineral resources on federal lands and waters to be dedicated to the Wildlife Conservation Restoration Program, an authorized sub-account within the long-established Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration Program. Wildlife conservation has been primarily funded through state fishing, hunting and trapping license fees along with PittmanRobertson and Dingell-Johnson excise taxes on hunting and fishing equipment. For over 75-years, those programs, under the direction of the Idaho Fish and Game Commission, have been successful in preserving, protecting, perpetuating and managing many of Idaho’s wildlife populations. Not since the enactment of the Pittman-Robertson and Dingell-Johnson acts has there been an opportunity to pass new legislation of such importance to protecting what is every American’s birthright – our great natural heritage. The Recovering America’s Wildlife Act would be one of the most important pieces of conservation legislation in a generation. However, additional funding for proactive strategies that complement existing programs would help the Idaho Fish and Game Commission conserve and manage the full array of Idaho’s fish and wildlife. Guided by language in the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act legislation, Idaho Fish and Game would use its share of funds to more effectively implement Idaho’s State Wildlife Action Plan – the guiding document that provides the strategic direction to implement proactive, non-regulatory, action-based solutions to conserve fish and wildlife with an emphasis on more than 200 species of greatest conservation need. Species in the Plan familiar to Idahoans include the greater sage-grouse, wolverine and wild steelhead. “Our nation’s fish and wildlife are among its most valuable resources along with clean air, water, healthy forests and agricultural lands that support all of us,” continued on page 7...
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Estate/Succession Planning
The University of Idaho Extension Farm Management Group is offering a 4-week workshop for Immaculate Conception Chapel in Fairfield will hold Christanyone building a backbone for an Estate/Succession Plan for a farming or ranching operation. A mas Mass on Christmas day at 1 p.m. Come Celebrate the birth lawyer, a financial/insurance professional, and an accountant will each instruct for an afternoon of our Lord Jesus Christ. of class. Topics will include: • Correct Business Structure Fairfield Transfer Station to Close • Tax Laws Saturday, December 30th, will be the last day for dropping • Proper Accounting Methods to Assist Estate Plan off trash at the Fairfield Transfer Station located 1 mile south • Using Effective Financial Planning Tools to help make it “Fair” of Fairfield. Beginning the middle of next month, a temporary • Transition Tools drop-off location will be set up at the east entrance of the airport • Understanding Financial Needs (just south of Fairfield). • Tools for Splitting Personal and Real Assets • Determining the Estate Assets/Liabilities Time for Fun on the Ice The ice rink in Fairfield’s City Park is now ready for winter • Tools for Transition of Management/Responsibility/Decision Making fun. Don’t have skates? Stop by the City office, they haves lots • Understanding the difference between “Fair” and “Equitable” of skates that can be checked out. City Office Hours are M-F Workshops will take place at the Vaquero Restaurant (1003 Main St - Buhl, Idaho) on January 8:30-12:30 or by appointment. 9, 16, 23 & 30 (Tuesdays), and at the Lincoln County Ext. Office (201 S. Beverly St - Shoshone, Idaho) on January 10. 17, 24 & 31 (Wednesdays). Woman’s Support Group Workshops are conducted each day from 10 to 3 with lunch included. Cost is $100 per opera Shoshone meetings every Thursday. For information call tion to defray costs including: materials, speakers, and food. Registration is required by the 29th the Advocates, (208) 788-4191. of December, 2017. Operations may send more than one person - the more you have there, the better the plan will be. Lunch will be provided each week. Presenters will take questions from the class and cover areas as needed by the group. Weekly assignments will be given to help participants gain more from the class. For more information call the Cassia County Extension Office 208-878-9461.
Health Advisories Lifted On Area Reservoirs
South Central Public Health District (SCPHD), in conjunction with the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), has lifted the health advisories for Mormon Reservoir and Thorn Creek Reservoir. The advisories were issued in June 2017 for Mormon Reservoir and July 2017 for Thorn Creek Reservoir due to hazardous algae blooms (HABs). DEQ officials continued to monitor blue-green algae and associated toxins where HABs were present and have confirmed that blue-green algae levels for Mormon Reservoir and Thorn Creek Reservoir have returned to normal and toxin levels are below the safety threshold. SCPHD and DEQ advise users of the reservoirs to be cautious in and around areas where the algal blooms are still visible. Water users should always exercise caution around bodies of water with visible slime, surface scum, or a foul odor. High concentrations of toxin-producing bluegreen algae may cause illness to both humans and animals. Report any concerns to DEQ at 208-736-2190 or SCPHD at 208-737-5900. Need More Information? Visit DEQ’s website at: https://www.deq.idaho.gov/water-quality or visit phd5.idaho.gov, or call the Public Health Hotline 866-450-3594
Proposal to Move ITD Offices Hurts Small Community
Press Release from Idaho Democratic Caucus
The Board of the Idaho Transportation Department (“ITD”) voted unanimously to approve a resolution that will lead to the closing of its District Four administrative building in the City of Shoshone. Under the resolution, ITD will study three locations in the Twin Falls/Jerome area for relocating the District headquarters. “This is a devastating decision for the City of Shoshone and Lincoln County,” said Sen. Michelle Stennett/(D-Ketchum). “The loss of jobs and economic activity for these small rural communities will not be easily replaced. I can’t help but feel the Board turned its back on a bedrock Idaho community.” Estimates of the economic impact to the City and County run in the hundreds of thousands of dollars per year. The Shoshone office employs between 50 and 60 people. Given that Shoshone’s population is around 1,500 people and Lincoln County’s is 5,300 people, the projected job losses are seen as a major blow. “This is yet another hit to rural Idaho,” said Rep. Sally Toone/(D-Gooding). “Our state leaders talk a big game when it comes to empowering our rural communities, but this is just another example of our small towns and counties losing out to the larger cities.” Senator Stennett and Representative Toone have been staunch advocates for keeping the District Four headquarters in Shoshone. They represent constituents in Lincoln, Gooding, Camas and Blaine counties. The fate of the Shoshone building is uncertain. The ITD Board will consider selling it, demolishing it, or putting it to different use.
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New Year’s Eve Lock-in!
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The Fairfield Community Church Youth Group is planning to
Celebrate the New Year
with First Christian Church Youth Group in Gooding!
ALL Jr. High and High School Students welcome! 7:00pm leave Community Church for Gooding Return at 9:00am on New Year’s Day! Call by December 22nd to reserve a spot, transportation is limited! Youth Pastor: Cecil Swenson - 208.358.6439 www.idahofcc.com or www.facebook.com/idahofcc
Let’s Talk About It The Camas County Public Library will be hosting the fourth Let’s Talk About It book discussion on Monday, January 22nd 2018. The book for reading and discussion is Pudd’nhead Wilson by Mark Twain written in 1894 and containing Twain’s humor, suspense and irony. Books are available for check-out at the library; the discussion will begin at 6 pm in the library meeting room. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Check Out the Golden Club Steakhouse
Being a little off the beaten path can be hard for a new business. So, here is a reminder that just around the corner from Fredericksen’s Mercantile and the Fastener Store in Gooding, there is a small restaurant at 127 3rd Avenue East serving a great selection of your favorite foods. The Golden Club Steakhouse recently updated their menu to add more choices and a Kids menu, because kids need to eat great food too! For those of you with younger kids, kids under 10 eat free (off the kids menu) on Thursdays. The Golden Club Steakhouse is also serving beer and wine with their meals, or if you need something a little different, try a Margarita.
Energy Assistance for the Winter
South Central Community Action Partnership is now accepting applications for Energy Assistance. The application can be done by mail, by phone (208-736-0676), or online at www. Idahocommunityaction.org Things you will need include: a current bill for your primary heat source, and electricity bill for the most recent month, 30 days income for everyone in your household, and a Privacy Act and Information Release form. Applications will be processed in the order they are received. Incomplete application will not be processed. If you need assistance filling out the form, call 208-736-0676. If you believe you have been discriminated against because of race, color, sex, handicap, national origin, religious creed, or political beliefs, you can file a complaint with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
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Senior Center Menus All menus are subject to change without notice.
Hagerman 837-6120 (140 East Lake Street)
Lunch is served every Monday, Wednesday & Friday. -------------------------Friday, Dec 22... Christmas Ham Dinner Monday, Dec 25... Closed for Christmas Wednesday, Dec 27... Shepherd’s Pie
Wendell 536-9951 (380 East 1st Street)
Lunch is served every Monday & Friday at Noon. -------------------------Friday, Dec 22... Christmas Dinner: Roast Beef & Potatoes Monday, Dec 25... Closed for Christmas
Shoshone
886–2369 (218 N Rail St. W)
Richfield
487–2722 130 S Main Street
Lunch: $2 (2-9) $5.50 (10-59) $4 over 60 (suggested) No Saturday Breakfast until further notice. ----------------------Thur, Dec 21 (Rich) Sausage Gravy & Biscuts Friday, Dec 22 (Sho) Christmas Potluck Monday, Dec 25(Rich) Closed for Christmas Tuesday, Dec 26 (Sho) Wed, Dec 27 (Sho) See you Next Year!
Fairfield 764-2226 (129 Willow Avenue West)
Lunch: 2.50 (2-9) $5 (10-59) $4 over 60 (suggested) Breakfast: (8 to 10) 2nd Saturday of the Month Open for Coffee and Breakfast 7:30 to 11 a.m. Monday thru Friday -------------------------Friday, Dec 22 Roast Beef Closed for Christmas Tuesday, Dec 26 Wednesday, Dec 27 Sloppy Joes
Gooding 934-5504 (308 Senior Avenue)
Lunch Suggested Donation $3.50 Breakfast: (7:30 to 10) 1st Saturday of the Month Fit & Fall Proof: Every Mon. & Wed. at 11:00 a.m. -----------------Thursday, Dec 21 Ham & Party Potatoes Monday, Dec 25 Closed for Tuesday, Dec 26 Christmas Wednesday, Dec 27 See you Next Year! 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 800-795-3272 (voice) or 202-720-6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity lender, provider and employer.
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Evelyn Shaw Goodman
Evelyn Shaw Goodman passed away on December 9, 2017. She was born on December 18, 1921 to Roy and Lora Shaw of McCall and was raised in McCall surrounded by grandparents, uncles and aunts, two brothers, John and Tom, and one sister, Millie. Evelyn moved to Boise to live with her sister, for the last 2 years of high school. She graduated from Boise High. When her high school boyfriend, Leon Goodman, also of McCall, returned from World War II, they were married at Saint Michael’s in Boise on June 26, 1946. Their life together began in Sun Valley as Leon was both on the US Ski Team and taught skiing. They had 4 children; Peter, Penny, Bob and Denny. In 1955 Evelyn was one of 17 “Moms” in Ketchum/Sun Valley who decided that their community needed a library for their children. To raise funds for this venture, they each put in $1 and started a thrift store, the Gold Mine, which became very successful. Within 2 years it brought in enough to build the first library, 4700 square feet, and continues to this day to support the new library, 27,635 square feet, one of the nicest anywhere. Here’s the library’s website, the history with pictures of the Gold Mine and it’s importance to the community: https://www.comlib.org/about/historymission/ Evelyn and Leon moved to Gooding in 1960 to establish the Ranch Bowl. Evelyn helped run the bowling alley but also continued her volunteer work with the local thrift store, which supported the hospital in Gooding. She was a member of the Hospital Auxiliary, active in the PTA, Den Mother in the Boys Scouts, was an avid bowler, and was a great support to her 4 children. Later in life Evelyn and Leon had the good fortune to travel with their family to all parts of the world; New Zealand, England, Scotland, Paris, Italy, Zambia, South Africa, Antarctica, Argentina, Chile. Evelyn and Leon celebrated their 71st wedding anniversary June 26, 2017. They had a lifetime of love for each other and will be missed. A celebration of life is planned for December 20, 2017. Please contact Penny Hintz for more information: pennyhintz@gmail.com Please visit Evelyn’s memorial webpage online at www.bowmanfuneral.com.
death & service notices
Joan Gehrig Dedrick, 88, of Huntsville, Alabama formerly of Shoshone, Idaho died Monday, December 11, 2017 at Hospice Family Care in Huntville. Funeral services were held on Monday, December 18, 2017, at Demaray Funeral Service, Gooding Chapel. Burial followed at Elmwood Cemetery, Gooding. --Byron E. Holcomb, 74, of Gooding died Thursday, December 14, 2017 at his home. Services pending by Demaray Funeral Service.
Thomas “Tommy” Stowell, 27, a resident of Hagerman, died Thursday, December 14, 2017 of injuries in an auto accident in Twin Falls County. Funeral arrangements are pending under the direction of Demaray Funeral Service. --Gregerson “Greg” Herbert Hafen, 87, a resident of Hagerman, passed away on Saturday, December 16, 2017 at his home in Hagerman. Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Demaray Funeral Service.
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Carolyn Louise Edwards
March 13, 1933 - December 11, 2017 It is with comfort that we are assured this beautiful lady has entered through the gates of heaven, released from the cruelty of Alzheimer’s disease. Carolyn, 84, passed away at her home, Chardonnay Assisted Living on December 11, 2017. Rejoicing and welcoming her with open arms will be her parents, Herb and Ileta Buchanan Brown, brother Ronnie Brown, in-laws Sid Sr. And Dorothy Mills Edwards, daughter Pam Conant, grandson Cody Conant, and brother-in-law Bob Hunter. Carolyn married her high school sweetheart Sidney Edwards Jr. On October 22,1949, in Ely, Nevada. They were blessed with 68 years together. They made homes in Dietrich, Sandpoint, Shoshone, the Mackay area, Richfield, Stanley, and at their final home in Jerome. She enjoyed the years she spent working at the Shoshone Sale Yard, riding her beloved horse, Peppy, given to her by her father. Countless hours were spent enjoying time with friends in The Richfield Riding Club. An exquisite seamstress she was, turning out clothing and beautiful quilts, each to perfection. Family and friends alike were always welcome in her home for a home cooked meal, followed by a GIANT bowl of ice cream. Many will remember her famous cherry chocolate cake. We will miss her ragtime piano playing, all self-taught and played by ear. She received countless hours of joy, from caring for the fortunate feral kitties that were graced with her love. She provided food three times a day and and warm water in the winter. She was a member of the Shoshone First Baptist Church. She knew and loved Jesus. We have no doubt who she is now with. We know she would say her greatest achievements came from being a homemaker, mom and grandma. Those left behind to miss, cherish, and remember her are her husband, Sidney Edwards Jr. Of Jerome; son, Butch Edwards (Kelly) of Twin Falls; daughter, Luann Geer (Ron) of Gooding; son, Gayland Edwards (CindyJo) of Jerome; and son-in-law, Tim Conant of Dietrich. Her grandkids, Traci Perron (Tracy), Tara Hagen (Alex), Bart Edwards (Mary), Cory Edwards (Jean), Kelsi Edwards, Chad Geer, Barbara Rivers (Ray), Tasha Southwick (Chester), Cidnee Ellingsworth (Seth), Joseph Edwards (Amanda), Jordon Downing (Dillon), and Dallas Edwards. She also leaves behind 32 great grandkids; brothers, Don Brown (Kay), Larry Brown (Jackie); sisters, Marilyn Edwards (Norman), Sharon Hunter, Betsy Story (Chuck), and Connie Mull (Murray); and many nieces and nephews will also miss their Auntie Carolyn. We wish to thank the staff at DeSano Place in Jerome and most recently, the staff at Chardonnay Assisted Living. They loved and cared for our mom over the past year and during her final days. Rest in the arms of angels mama... We will always love and miss you. Funeral services were held on Saturday, December 16, 2017, at the First Baptist Church in Shoshone, Idaho, with Pastor Ron Geer officiating. Interment at the Shoshone Cemetery. Services entrusted to Demaray Funeral Service – demarayfuneralservice.com.
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New Planetarium Show
Dinosaurs at Dusk: The Origins of Flight
The Faulkner Planetarium announces the opening of a brand new show just in time for the holiday school break. Dinosaurs at Dusk: the origins of flight is a fantasy trip back to the Mesozoic Era. Mysteriously journey roughly 250 million years into the past with Lucy, where she meets her father and together they explore the rise of feathered dinosaurs and pterosaurs, the largest creatures ever to take wing. Traveling from continent to continent and through the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods, the pair race across 165 million years of prehistoric time to discover the origins of flight before the dinosaurs meet their demise through the impact of a giant asteroid, 65 million years ago. Will they succeed? Can they themselves survive the asteroid impact that devastated the Earth and finished off the dinosaurs? Will Lucy find her way back to the present time? The adventure awaits! Dinosaurs at Dusk opens Tuesday, December 26 in Idaho’s largest planetarium, the Faulkner. The planetarium has an expanded slate of public show times on tap for the weeks after Christmas and New Year’s, when most area school districts are closed for the holiday break. In addition to the regular public show times on Tuesday and Friday evenings and Saturdays, the planetarium will have three shows each afternoon Tuesday through Friday at 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 PM during the period. Dinosaurs at Dusk will show at 1:30 and 3:30 PM Tuesday through Saturday and at 7:00 PM Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. Beginning January 9, the program will show at 7:00 PM Tuesdays and Fridays and at 1:30, 3:30, and 7:00 PM on Saturdays. Planetarium Manager Rick Greenawald says of Dinosaurs at Dusk, “We are very pleased to be able to bring this program to the residents of south central Idaho. This fast-paced romp will appeal to a broad range of ages, everyone from young, dinosaur crazy, kids to their parents and those with a general interest in dinosaurs should find this an enjoyable show. It is a family friendly program.” Located in the Herrett Center for Arts and Science on the College of Southern Idaho campus in Twin Falls, ID, the Faulkner Planetarium has been bringing quality programs to the public for over 22 years. Admission prices to planetarium shows are $6.00 adults, $5.00 seniors, $4.00 student, including CSI students with a valid student ID; children under age 2 admitted free. For more information, including a movie trailer, visit the Herrett Center’s web page at http://herrett.csi.edu
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Mothers get real upset when you sneak around their back to do something. Moms usually know what’s going on cause they have eyes in the back of their heads. Two days before my mom’s birthday, my sister called me from Easter Idaho and told me she had an opportunity to come and surprise mom for her birthday. She never gets the opportunity because she always has bad weather and stock to attend to. She asked me what I had planned for Mom. Normally, my youngest sister and I take turns planning something. A surprise from my sister from Eastern Idaho would be great. So, the phone calls were in sesson to make this happen. Going to dinner wasn’t out of the ordinary for this time of year. My youngest sister and I came up with different places to meet. On the sly we were able to figure out where mom’s choice was. Plans were made to meet at a certain restaurant. Then my sister from Eastern Idaho had a different suggestion as to where to eat. Once again the phones were busy rescheduling our meeting place trying to keep Mom out of the loop. The plan was to meet in Nampa, Idaho, for dinner and my sister from Easter Idaho would show up there. As everyone was getting last minute confirmation on plans I called my Eastern Idaho sister and found that she was in Emmett, Idaho, and stopping at the local Albertson’s store before heading to dinner. I just happened to be there myself. Perfect place for us to meet and go together. I called mom to check on her schedule so she, my youngest sister, and myself would be meeting together at the same time. Mom told me she was in Emmett and was head-
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ing to Albertson’s grocery. Oh, No. Our surprise was about to be ruined! I called my Eastern Idaho sister and said, “Do not stop at Albertson’s. Mom is on the way there.” Close call because I saw about six vehicles between my sister’s car and mom’s on the road. Mom saw me at Albertson’s and was surprised to see me there instead of in Nampa at the cafe. It was all good. Now Mom could follow me and we knew exactly where she was. An accident on the highway had my sister from Eastern Idaho, my mom and I at the restaurant at the same time. In the parking lot of the cafe I told my sister Mom was across the parking lot. She went and started talking to Mom as she was walking across the lot. Mom was totally surprised. Our surprise for mom was pulled off considering the distance and co-ordination. Mom, sitting next to me at dinner said, “Can we do this again?” Was she thinking about the surprise? Was she thinking of us children getting together? Was she thinking of dinner? Was she forgiving us for sneaking around? I told her with a second of thought, “If you keep having birthdays, we can.” This is my “Cup of Tee” behind the scene.
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Krista Lee Merrill
Krista Lee Merrill, 62, of Hagerman, died Saturday, December 16, 2017 in hospice care and surrounded by the love of her family. Krista was born on December 15th, 1955 in Sun Valley, Idaho to Kenneth and Eyleen Coates. Krista married Royce Merrill on August 28th, 1978 in Las Vegas, Nevada. They moved to Hagerman in 1985. In 1987 she became an EMT and started serving the community, not only as an EMT but as the director of the Quick Response Service. The service established a very high level of care for the citizens of the Hagerman Valley under her direction. In 1998 Krista began working at Gooding County EMS as an EMT, then as an Advanced EMT. In time she became the EMS director of Gooding county and began to improve the EMS services in all the communities just as she had in Hagerman. In 2005 she continued her care for the community by working as a clinical assistant at South Central District Health. “Yippee yi yi ya, Yippee yi yi yo.” Krista is survived by: two sons, Brandon (Kirsten) Merrill of Lake Oswego, Oregon and Garret (Anna) Merrill of Hagerman; her grandchildren – Shaymus, Rylan, Xenya and Daxton Merrill; her brothers – K.J. (Lu) Coates, Kraig (Sherry) Coates, Kurt (Becky) Coates, Kenneth (Jeanie Miller) Coates; her sisters – Karen (Angel) Ponce, Kori Coates, Mandy (Jeremy) Foster; her inlaws, Joe and Liz Merrill; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Royce Merrill; her mother, Eyleen Webster; her brother-in-law, Greg Merrill and her step-father, Mike Webster. A celebration of Krista’s life will be held at 5:00 PM on Wednesday, December 20th, 2017 at Hagerman Valley Baptist Church. Dinner and fellowship will follow the service at the Church. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Demaray’s Gooding Chapel. Condolences, memories and photos may be shared with the family by following the obituary link at www.demarayfuneralservice.com
...Wildlife Conservation continued
stated Virgil Moore, director of Idaho Fish and Game and president of the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies. “Today we find ourselves at a critical crossroads facing an historic challenge that could alter our children’s and grandchildren’s opportunities to enjoy these resources. By investing in our State Wildlife Action Plans, which serve as blueprints for restoring and managing the most sensitive and imperiled species within our state borders, we will be ensuring future generations can enjoy our rich wildlife heritage.” Adequate, dedicated funding to implement Idaho’s State Wildlife Action Plan will ensure a safer environment for Idaho’s agriculture, timber and other important industries by proactively funding programs that bolster key species, thereby reducing or eliminating the need for federal protection under the Endangered Species Act. Passage of the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act is supported by the Alliance for American’s Fish and Wildlife, whose purpose is to create a 21st century funding model for critically needed conservation of our nation’s most precious natural resources, our fish and wildlife. This effort was built upon a strong partnership created by the Blue Ribbon Panel on Sustaining America’s Diverse Fish and Wildlife Resources, consisting of members representing the outdoor recreation, retail and manufacturing sector, the energy and automotive industries, private landowners, educational institutions, conservation organizations, sportsmen’s groups and state and federal fish and wildlife agencies.
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SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 269
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FAIRFIELD, CAMAS COUNTY, IDAHO, REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 146, FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION POLICY, AND ADOPTING A NEW FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION POLICY TO BE CODIFIED AS CHAPTER 1, TITLE 10, FAIRFIELD CITY CODE; REPEALING ALL CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. The following is a summary of Ordinance No. 269, passed by the City Council of the City of Fairfield, Camas County, Idaho, on December 14, 2017: Section 1: Repeals Ordinance No. 146 (flood damage prevention policy) in its entirety. Section 2: Establishes a new flood damage prevention policy to be codified in Chapter 1, Title 10, Fairfield City Code, under the authority of Idaho Code §§46-1020 through 46-1024. Section 3: Provides for severability. Section 4: Provides an effective date. The full text of Ordinance N0. 269 is on file at Fairfield City Hall and is available for public inspection during normal business hours. Scott Marolf, Mayor Attest: Mickey Dalin, City Clerk published on December 20, 2017
LEGAL NOTICE OF PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION SCHEDULED MEETINGS FOR 2018 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 PM. If Tuesday is a holiday, the following Wednesday will be the meeting date. 2017 MEETING DATES No meeting on January 2, 2018 JANUARY 9, 2018 Joint Meeting BOCC & P&Z Commission FEBRUARY 6, 2018 JULY 3, 2018 MARCH 6, 2018 AUGUST 7, 2018 APRIL 3, 2018 SEPTEMBER 4, 2018 MAY 1, 2018 OCTOBER 2, 2018 JUNE 5, 2018 NOVEMBER 6, 2018 DECEMBER 4, 2018 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.
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Services
► Custom Plowing: Looking jobs in the Wendell area. I‘m a local farmer. I have other equipment if you need other stuff done. Please call David for prices at 208-490-0764 ► PATCHING Levi, coveralls, etc. Repair broken zippers in anything: jackets, bags, pants, etc. Hemming: pants, dresses, coveralls, etc. DROP OFF: Ace Hardware in Gooding. Call Kathy 837-6267.
Wanted
► WANTED TO BUY. Unskinned coyotes. Call 208-358-2578.
For Sale ► 1980 GMC 1/2 ton, 2wd, 305 engine, automatic, original. Great running and excellent look. Clear title on hand. Call 208-320-2888. ► Thiokol Snow Cat 1970. Used by Colorado Search and Rescue. Low hours. Awesome machine and super fun to drive! Will get you anywhere. Always stored in heated shop. Excellent shape. Any questions call or text Dan 208-539-5666. Can deliver. 15,900 OBO.
► Long Arm Quilting and Custom Sewing. Need a quilt top quilted? Need to finish a quilt by sewing the binding? Call 208-934-6400 Sunflower Quilting in Bellevue, Idaho.
► United Truck Parts Inc., in Gooding Idaho has all makes and models of used Semi Truck PARTS. Give us a call at 208-934-4632 or stop by 1776 South 1800 East. We can help you with any parts you may need. Chevy, Ford, Freightliner, GM, International, Kenworth, Mack, Peterbilt, Sterling, Volvo, Western Star, White Freightliner.
► Busy B Market, Hagerman, Idaho (1/2 mi No. of Hagerman on Hwy 30). Antiques, Collectables, Handmade items, Homemade Cakes, Pies, Fresh Eggs. Bread, Jewelry, and Books. Breakfast and Lunch at our Grill. Open Fri-SatSun. 9-5
► Hard to find Trail bike. Good condition for its age. 5 hp Tecumeh engine. Top speed 35 mph. Runs. Built in alternator. Shocks front, and rear. New front tire. Needs new throttle linkage, and front hand brake,(handle/cable). It has a working rear brake. Great to restore. (208) 316-4450.
EMPLOYMENT
► Cargo Boxes for sale. Call 208-934-4632. Also used and in Good Condition trailers. Great for Storage or for the road. 3 to choose from. One is single axle, and the other two are dual axle. $3,500 each plus tax.
► CAMAS COUNTY: Contracted Maintenance and Cleaning Job. • Perform light building maintenance to County Courthouse and Annex Building as needed • Perform weekly light cleaning to County Courthouse and Annex Buildings 3-4 hours week • Consult with and advise County on Building repairs • Recommend and coordinates with contractors for large repairs • Must possess the ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with County employees, contractors, and general public • Education: Graduate from high school or a GED, some experience in building Repairs or a related field; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work • Must possess a current and valid Idaho Driver’s License. *Please submit job proposals to Clerks Office at 501 Soldier Rd/ P.O. Box 430 Fairfield, ID 83327
► Superb quality Berkshire/Yorkshire/Hampshire Wiener and Feeder Pigs. 25-60 lbs. price varies on size and age. Raised the old fashioned way. Hearty healthy happy pigs. Discount for quantity. Text preferred, Glenda 208-358-1479 or Cassidy 208-358-1669 ► Digital Grand Piano, great condition & beautiful sound $1500. Call Patty at 208-539-4378.
Apartments for Rent
D&G Apartments has apartments available from time ► Full time / day shift wash bay attendant needed to wash to time. These are federally assisted affordable housing semi trucks and box trailers in Gooding. Applicant must units. Rental assistance is available. Rent is adjusted to be at least 18 years of age or older. Please email resume to your income and can range from $0 to $490 per month. Water, sewer and trash are paid. These facilities are very recruiting@ddtsi.com ► The Lincoln County Care Center in Shoshone is currently clean and attractive. For more information, contact seeking a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), a Licensed Practical Gordon Schmidt at 208-764-2534. For the hearing impaired, contact: Nurse (Level 1 & 2), and a Registered Nurse (Level 1 & 2). TTY 1-800-833-6388. ► Drive Dedicated & GET PAID! Sign-On Bonus, OrientaEqual Housing Opportunity. tion! All Miles, Stops! Benefits, Bonuses, Referral, Mileage, We Are An Fuel & More! No-Touch, Weekly Settlements! 1yr CDL-A: Equal Opportunity 877-801-7084