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Next Saturday and Sunday, February 11th & 12th, take a drive out to the west side of Magic Reservoir for the 7th Annual Magic Reservoir Ice Fishing Tournament (from Hwy 75 at MM 92, go West 10 miles). Come rain, snow, or shine, fishermen from all over the region will be on the ice searching for fish to eat, and to win prizes. The tournament begins at 7 a.m. each morning and end at 1 p.m. Registration starts at 7 a.m. with a $10.00 entry fee per species (trout & perch) per day per person. CASH PRIZES AWARDED! The West Magic Rod & Gun Club will have a drawing every hour for some
News from the Heart of Idaho Camas • Lincoln • Gooding
February 1, 2017
Volume 41 ~ Number 5
Come On Out... The Ice is Fine! great Raffle Prizes, including this year’s GRAND PRIZE co-sponsored by Cactus Petes and Sportsman’s Warehouse. Be sure to purchase your raffle tickets at registration. The GRAND PRIZE will be announced during the Luncheon. The luncheon is free for participants and will be held on Sunday at 1:30 p.m. at the West Magic Resort ($10.00 for non-participants). Don’t have an ice auger? Hand augers will be available for rent. This tournament is licensed and approved by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. For more information call Don Hartman at 208-487-2571 or Stacy McLaughlin at 208-720-1738
Ice fishing is a fun event for young and old, and the fish is good to eat. Photo from Idaho Fish & Game
5 Ways to Avoid Winter Health Woes
The chilly months can mean colds, flu and feeling worn down. But just because it’s cold outside doesn’t mean you have to hibernate all winter. In addition to taking precautionary steps to stay healthy, it’s important to stay active with your family. Here are five great ways to keep the cold from holding you and your family back from enjoying the season.
1. Bundle Up. While the cold weather itself is not the germy culprit that leads to illness, not wearing
enough clothing outdoors can tax the body, compromise your immune system, and make you more vulnerable to succumbing to infection. Stay bundled up and, when necessary, keep extremities protected with gloves, hats and thick socks. 2. Eat foods rich in Vitamin C. Give your immune system a healthy boost with an extra dose of Vitamin C. But look beyond citrus fruits for your daily measure. Bell peppers, broccoli and Brussel sprouts are also good sources of this necessary nutrient. For an additional boost, you may also wish to consider taking a dietary supplement designed to support immunity. 3. Keep hands clean. Germs reside on surfaces wherever you go. According to a recent Wet Ones survey of parents with children ages 2-12, nearly 100 percent of respondents say their children catch a cold every year, which can lead to missed days of school and work. You can keep hands clean throughout the day with antibacterial wipes, such as Wet Ones hand wipes, which kill 99.99 percent of germs, are
hypoallergenic and contain aloe and lanolin so they are easy on the skin. They come in singles and travel packs, making them convenient to pack into purses, backpacks, briefcases and other on-the-go uses. To learn more, visit WetOnes.com. 4. Stay Hydrated. It can be easy to become dehydrated when you aren’t well, as coughing and sneezing mean fluid loss. But proper hydration is particularly important when your body is trying to mend itself. Drink plenty of water and decaffeinated tea when you are sick, and add a lemon wedge for additional Vitamin C. Low-sodium soup is a good meal choice, as are fresh juicy fruits and vegetables. 5. Keep moving. Regular exercise can boost immunity and keep your body healthy and strong, so don’t use winter as an excuse to become a couch potato. Stay moving by skiing, sledding or running outdoors. If the chilly weather is not your thing, there are plenty of opportunities for indoor exercise – from family-friendly aerobics to yoga and more! (from StatePoint Media)
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Legislative Update from Representative Sally Toone
Education Week at the Capitol Camas County School District is accepting applications The rotunda of the capital building is never for the position of Trustee in Zone #1 – Hill City. Only quiet, 4 floors that are always busy. We have those residing in Trustee Zone #1 – Hill City may apply. seen some great presentations and information To make application please contact Wendy Strickler in sharing by organizations from all over the state person at the School District office, 610 Soldier Road Fair- this week. For a new legislator, the informafield, Idaho, by phone at #764-2625 ext. 1002, or by email tion given is just amazing. Presentation this week included PTA (Parent Teacher Associaat wstrickler@camascountyschools.org. tion), Association of Idaho Cities, Boise State New Lincoln County Logo & Contest Winner University and STEM Action Center, just to The Lincoln County Commissioners recently announced mention a few. that Mrs. Ann Parker of Shoshone, Idaho, is the winner of the This week finds the House and Senate in full Lincoln County Logo contest! Mrs. Parker will receive a cash swing. Both entities have brought legislation to prize, and her rough draft entry will be the basis of Lincoln the floors for votes and the process is exciting. In the House, we have voted on the proceCounty’s new Logo! Official Unveiling to be announced in the next few months. Con- dures for the HJR5 amendment passed in November, as well as some financial obligations gratulations to Mrs. Parker and thank you to all who entered! Stay tuned for more info on the new Lincoln County Logo! needing attention, both of the bills-HB001 and HB016 - have been sent to the Senate. Join the City of Fairfield The Education committee is still reviewing many rules as well as hearing from Idaho’s postsecondary schools. President Glandon of CWI said it best with “We are investing in our own Saturday, February 11, 2017 future,” as Idaho finds Idaho solutions to the Fairfield City Park Ice Rink many challenges of an educated workforce for 12:00 p.m.-3:00p.m. the next generation. With this being educaHot Cocoa, Chili, Hot Dogs and Cookies tion week, the Joint Finance and Appropriation The City of Fairfield has several pairs of skates available to lend for Committee held many meetings concerning
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education. The Agricultural committee is also busy reviewing many industry rules with many question and answer sessions. Did you know that Idaho’s economy is 4th most dependent on Agriculture in the nation? Idaho produces more than 185 commodities from 24,400 farms and ranches reaching all corners of the globe. We are busy planning our annual Lincoln Day program as well as the Senate. The programs will be on February 13th at 10:30 a.m. on each floor. Please join us if your schedule allows for it. I have been asked to be a part of the Idaho Rural Partnership, and that too will be exciting. We are scheduling our mid-session town hall meetings February 10th in Ketchum (5:30 p.m.) and February 11th in Bellevue (8:00 a.m.), Shoshone (10:00 a.m.), Gooding (12:00 p.m.), Wendell (2:00 p.m.) and Hagerman (4:00 p.m.). Be sure to mark your calendars and I hope to visit with you then. Please feel free to contact me with questions or concerns at stoone@house.idaho.gov, or 208-332-1032. Respectfully, Sally Toone
Promoting Agricultural Conservations Practices on Idaho Farms Tuesday, February 7th from 9 to 12
The Nature Conservancy’s Idaho Field Office in Hailey will host a meeting next Tuesday for those interested in learning about and participating in local conservation efforts such as habitat for beneficial organisms and new crop rotations/cover crops on areas farms. Dayna Gross, Senior Conservation Manager of Idaho’s Nature Conservancy will give a presentation on TNC’s projects with farmers installing and enhancing on-farm native habitats and encouraging the implementation of conservation practices such as flowering cover crops and field edges. These habitats and practices increase wildlife and on-farm populations of beneficial insects, native pollinators and aid in water, weed and fertility management. Gwendolyn Ellen from Oregon State University’s Farmscaping for Beneficial’s Program and Ken Vance-Borland of The
Conservation Planning Institute will lead discussions on past collaborative projects for farmers, conservationists, agency and extension personnel and Idaho policy makers interested in promoting conservation practices in the area. They will also discuss tapping into local resources, strengthening conservation connections and future collaborative opportunities. TNC Field Office is located at 116 1st Avenue North, Hailey, Idaho. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP Dayna Gross at dayna_gross@tnc.org 208-720-5465 or gwendolyn@science.oregonstate.edu 541-737-6272 Made possible by the USDA Western Sustainable Ag Research and Education Program and the Nature Conservancy Idaho. Programs supported by WSARE are equally open to all people.
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Reca Legislation Reintroduced
from Senator Mike Crapo
Washington, DC – A bipartisan coalition of western U.S. Senators has introduced two measures to benefit Americans exposed to airborne radiation during nuclear weapons tests in the 1950s and 1960s. Senator Mike Crapo (RIdaho), Senator Tom Udall (D-New Mexico), Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Senator Martin Heinrich (D-New Mexico) and Senator Michael Bennet (D-Colorado) introduced legislation to allow victims in a number of western states to file claims under the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA). The senators also introduced a Senate resolution marking January 27, 2017, as a national day of remembrance for those affected downwind from the above-ground nuclear weapons testing. The original RECA program benefited those working with uranium mining and some testing programs, and was later expanded to benefit residents in parts of Utah exposed to nuclear testing. For more than a decade, advocates have endeavored to expand the RECA’s coverage to all Westerners negatively affected by nuclear fallout from weapons testing. The new legislation, S. 197, would make residents in Idaho, Arizona, Colorado, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico and Utah eligible for medical benefits and other compensation if they can show they were harmed by the arms testing more than 50 years ago. The RECA program falls within the jurisdiction of the Senate Judiciary Committee. Crapo recently joined this Committee, placing him in a position to push harder for a re-examination of the RECA program and its eligibility requirements. “Many Idahoans got cancer as a result of their exposure to fallout from nuclear weapons testing. Congress has already expanded compensation to Utahns. It’s time we did it for Idahoans and our neighbors,” Crapo said. “As a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee with jurisdiction over this program, I will be pushing for a hearing on this legislation.” “During the Cold War, many New Mexicans and others across the West sacrificed their health and safety for our nation, Udall said. “While we can’t undo the damage and suffering, it’s long past time for the federal govern-
ment to provide care and fair compensation for the Americans who developed cancer and other illnesses after working in uranium mines or being inadvertently exposed to radiation from nuclear bomb testing. Our bill is about fairness for the victims of the Trinity test site in New Mexico, the former uranium miners and their families in the Four Corners region, and other victims across the West who have been left out of the original law but deserve recognition and compensation for their hardships.” “For decades now, Idahoans have been pleading their case to the federal government for help in dealing with the health effects they suffered as a result of nuclear testing. This bill answers those pleas by providing the same assistance those in neighboring states already receive,” said Risch. “Families who lived in and near the Tularosa Basin at the time of the Trinity Test, uranium mill workers, and uranium miners continue to cope with serious health problems due to exposure to radioactive nuclear material,” Heinrich said. “Congress needs to pass the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act Amendments to provide medical assistance and compensation to those who bore the health costs of our nation’s nuclear history. I will continue to fight for the justice these communities deserve.” “This bill will help provide justice to Coloradans who served our nation working in the uranium industry and at nuclear weapons facilities, said Bennet. “It also provides needed assistance to individuals who were exposed to radiation due to where they lived. This is the least we can do to ensure that Colorado families receive long overdue treatment and fair compensation.” The Senate resolution “encourages the people of the United States to support and participate in appropriate ceremonies, programs and other activities to commemorate that national day of remembrance.” Idahoans have participated in public hearings and assisted in national documentaries showing the damages from airborne radiation but the legislation has not drawn sufficient support to pass the Congress despite many attempts.
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Brian Lee Utz
Brian Lee Utz, 42, of Boise, Idaho died January 19, 2017 at St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center in Boise. Brian was born on April 2, 1974 in Gooding, Idaho, the son of June and Kerry Utz. He was raised, educated, and developed a love for life in Gooding. Many memorable experiences were shared with family and what would become life-long friends in the rural landscape. He attended the University of Idaho in Moscow from 1992 to 1995 before returning to Gooding to study aviation. He was a fixed-wing aircraft pilot and instructor for many years before becoming a Jet Captain for the J.R. Simplot Corporation where he flew for 10 years until his death. He married Kristin Muchow in Twin Falls in July 2001. They were later divorced in 2005. In May 2008, Brian married his life partner Tiffany Anderson in St. Thomas. Brian is survived by his wife, Tiffany June; and his parents, June Annette and Kerry Lee Utz; as well as two daughters, Austyn June (8) and Savannah Lee (4); and older brother, Aaron Douglas (Darolyn) Utz of Bliss, Idaho. He is preceded in death by: his grandparents, Eula and Alvin McConnell, as well as Beverly and Ronald Utz, Sr. Brian lived a life of challenge, excitement, and adventure. One of his favorite activities was sitting in camp with family, close friends, and a cold drink. He loved the adventure and comradery that hunting and fishing trips afforded. His negotiating skills were the envy of many, and he made a hobby of buying, trading, and selling tools of the trade for outdoor adventures and interests. Anyone had the potential to become a close friend as far as he was concerned. To many, he was a fascinating personality and will be sorely missed. There will be memory trees at the celebration so please bring a written memory, an anecdote, or a copy of your favorite photo of Brian to be shared on the trees. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund to aid in the education of Brian’s daughters will be established and more information will follow. A celebration of Brian’s life will be held at the Gooding Basque Center on Saturday, February 4, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. Local funeral services are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel. Condolences, memories and photos may be shared with the family by visiting the obituary link at www.demarayfuneralservice.com.
death & service notices
Alma Susana Ramos, 33, a resident of Gooding, passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2017 at the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. Funeral arrangements pending and announced by Demaray Funeral Service.
Meegan Cole, 51, a resident of Bliss, passed away on Friday, January 27, 2017 at the Twin Falls Care Center in Twin Falls. No funeral services will be held. Cremation arrangements by Demaray Funeral Service - Gooding Chapel.
Afton L. Diemart, 69, a resident of Wendell, passed away on Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at her home in Wendell. Funeral arrangements pending and will be announced by Demaray Funeral Service – Wendell Chapel.
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Gene M. Olson
Gene M. Olson, 87, a resident of Idaho Falls and formerly of Gooding, passed away on Monday, January 23, 2017 at Pine Brook Assisted Living in Idaho Falls. Gene was born on February 17, 1929 in Milan, Minnesota, the son of Oliver and Annie Running Olson. He attended his first 8 years of education in Watson, Minnesota, graduating from high school in Milan in 1947. Gene joined the Army Air Force after he graduated and served until his discharge in February of 1951. Gene married Patricia “Pat” Dunham on November 14, 1954 in Seattle, Washington. Gene had worked as an aviation mechanic and had his pilot’s license. He later worked as an auto mechanic. Gene loved hunting and fishing. He was preceded in death by his wife Pat in October of 2001. Gene is survived by: his five children, Gene (Nancy) Olson, Jr. of Hailey, Wayne Olson of Boise, Donald Olson of Challis, Carolyn (Jim) Newman of Midvale, Utah and Paula Smith of Mud Lake; two brothers, Vernon Olson of Granite Falls, Minnesota and Kenneth Olson of Lewistown, Montana; one sister, Alvera Johnson of Willmar, Minnesota; 8 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. In addition to his wife, he was also preceded in death by two brothers, Allen and Wendell. Gene has not left us, he is just gone fishing. Funeral services were held on Friday, January 27, 2017 at Demaray’s Gooding Chapel. The services were followed by a private burial at the Hagerman Cemetery. Condolences, memories and photos may be shared with the family by visiting the obituary link at www.demarayfuneralservice.com.
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RECEIPT OF BIDS: Sealed bids for construction of the City of Fairfield, Idaho Soldier Road Downtown Revitalization Rebid will be received by the City of Fairfield, 407 Soldier Road, P.O. Box, 336, Fairfield, Idaho 83327, until February 22, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud.
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OBTAINING CONTRACT DOCUMENTS: Copies of the CONTRACT DOCUMENTS may be obtained on or after January 25, 2017 at the office of the ENGINEER office) upon payment of [$50.00] for each Hard Copy set with CD, or CD only for [$0.00] (not including shipping), none of which will be refunded.
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Gooding Public Library 934–4089 ~ 306 5th Avenue West Regular Hours of Operation
Monday 12 to 5 Thursday 1 to 8 Tuesday 1 to 8 Friday 12 to 5 Wednesday 10 to 5 Saturday 9 to Noon
FORSGREN ASSOCIATES, INC. 415 S. 4th Street - Boise, Idaho 83702 (208) 342-3144 City of Fairfield 407 Soldier Road - Fairfield, ID 83327 (208) 764-2333 Associated General Contractons 1649 W. Shoreline Drive Suite 100 - Boise, ID 83702 (208) 344-2531
DESCRIPTION OF WORK: The complete work is for the construction for the Soldier Road Downtown Revitalization. The work includes but is not limited to, the new cub, gutter, sidewalk, street lighting, ADA ramps, and asphalt patching, including all civil, and electrical work required therein. PRE-BID CONFERENCE: A pre-bid conference will be held on February 8, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at the Fairfield City Hall 407 Soldier Road. Representatives of the OWNER and the ENGINEER will be present to discuss the project. BID SECURITY: Each proposal must be submitted on the prescribed form and accompanied by Bid Security in the form of a certified cashier’s check or a corporate bid bond executed on the prescribed form, payable to the City of Fairfield in the amount of five percent (5%) of the amount bid. The Suc-
cessful BIDDER will be required to furnish Performance and Payment Bonds, each in the amount not less than 100% of the contract price. ADDRESS AND MARKING OF BID: The envelope enclosing the bid shall be sealed and addressed to the City of Fairfield, Idaho and delivered or mailed to 407 Soldier Road, P.O. Box 336, Fairfield, Idaho 83327. The envelope shall be plainly marked in the upper left-hand corner with the name and address of the bidder and shall bear the words “Bid for,” followed by the Project title per the Contract Documents and the date and hour of opening of bids. The certified or cashier’s check, money order, or bidder’s bond shall be enclosed in the same envelope with the bid. Refer to Article 15 in Section 00 21 13 - “Instructions to Bidders” for additional submittal requirements. LABOR REQUIREMENTS: The attention of Bidders is directed to the applicable federal and state requirements regarding conditions of employment to be observed. All bidders are required to comply with Executive Order No. 11246 regarding equal employment opportunities. PROJECT ADMINISTRATION: All questions relative to this project prior to the opening of bids shall be directed to the ENGINEER for the project, and all questions shall be in writing. It shall be understood, however, that no interpretations of the manufacturer’s drawings will be made by telephone. For “or equal” items to be considered for evaluation, Contractor must submit information in compliance with Article 11 in Section 00 21 13 - “Instructions to Bidders.” No clarifications or questions will be answered three (3) days prior to bid date.
OWNER City of Fairfield 407 Soldier Road, P.O. Box 336 Fairfield, Idaho 83327 Telephone: (208) 764-2333
ENGINEER Forsgren Associates, Inc. 415 South 4th Street Boise, Idaho 83702 Telephone: (208) 342-3144 Contact: Steven Yearsley, P.E.
OWNER’S RIGHTS RESERVED: The OWNER reserves the right to waive any informalities or to reject any or all bids, if in the best interest of the OWNER.
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© Our state has many reasons why people are attracted to or enjoy our state. Reasons include the mountains, the rivers, the lakes, the diverse geography, the weather, the agriculture, and sporting availability. One of our greatest assets is our wildlife. In 1899 the legislators of our newly formed state created our Fish & Game system to help keep and maintain our wildlife. This year we have had record snows throughout the state. As I read the papers, listen to the radio, and watch TV, I see the Fish & Game department of our state advising people not to feed wildlife. Not only are they not wanting private people to feed wildlife, but Fish & Game isn’t feeding them as well. Boy, I’m getting some mixed ideas about our state’s wildlife management. When I was younger and a young hunter, our Fish & Game told us that our license and tag revenue went to manage, protect, and FEED our wildlife. In a severe winter feeding programs assisted the wildlife, but now-a-days our feeding programs are on hold. We are having one of the worst winters in forty years - the snow is deep and the wildlife is hungry - and yet, in Eastern Idaho they need a few more inches of snow before any feeding can be done! We have four to seven feet of snow and we need a few more inches?! The animals with 3 foot legs can’t walk or even jump in that much snow. Maybe officials should stand in snow up to their waists and jump to cover a few miles worth of snow travel. Wildlife is congregating near roadways because the salt used on the highways to melt snow may have exposed something to eat. Don’t worry though, none of the deer or elk will get in the road to cross to get something to eat. That’s not in their migration pattern to do such things. All of their winter feeding grounds are becoming subdivisions or housed areas whereas the wildlife is trespassing and should be shot. Some of the animals are so weak from lack of food that they may only be able to fall in the roadway because they can’t get across. Forest fires and range fires eliminate feeding grounds. We know our state has had its share of those losses last year. If there are any surviving wildlife, depredation hunt tags are sold creating numerous monies and tags. But, when people go to fill the tags, wildlife is scattered with helicopters. They are already weak and then pushed to death by internal
Wednesday, February 1, 2017 • The Courier NEWS
by Tee Hurd
injuries. If wildlife do survive the illnesses that they are enduring, they breed them into the next generation creating unhealthy animals. It takes a long time to create healthy herd numbers. I used to purchase a Sportsman Package every year just to insure my Idaho State’s wildlife. I never used the tags I was issued and didn’t plan to. I just wanted to do my part. Now, I don’t purchase the Sportsman Package because those monies are spent on “administrative costs.” A major expense would be spent to save one horse, or an elk, or a moose, with a helicopter, 4 pickup trucks, a snowcat, 6 snowmobiles, and ground support. Twenty bales of grass hay could save hundreds for cents-on-the-dollar compared to the rescue. The private sector, and sportsmen alike, will do their best to preserve wildlife at a moment’s notice. I guess one of the cures to the feeding program would be to gather up all the elk and deer, and adopt them out like wild horses (only to homes that can be certified). Their auctioning off could create some revenue if the paperwork didn’t drag on too long. We could sell our wildlife to the surrounding states - we won’t have far to go to hunt. The other states could boast of their wildlife and tourism by special hunts. Maybe we can import some more buzzard vultures, bears, wolves, magpies, and crows. They could help with the dead or sick slow moving animals. Coyote hunters would have to be fined if they were caught shooting a coyote that was eating a carcass. Perhaps when the snow melts off we can get some type of fish to clean the remains that wash into the rivers. We can quit allowing farmers to plant crops for migratory birds, or any animal that migrates because their instinctual feeding habits should be re-routed somewhere else. Yes, let’s stop feeding all these fish in the hatcheries, because they won’t need feeding assistance either. Cowboys and ranchers could raise our wildlife instead of biologists. Our wildlife is a part of this state’s makeup. In years like this one, they need a helping hand. I never said they needed to be on welfare for a permanent basis, but extra now, though now may be too late. Many will never recover because they are too far gone. I sure don’t want to be coined as someone from Idaho who’s only interest is potatoes. This is my “Cup of Tee” on the wildside.
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CAMAS COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT #121 NOTICE OF SALE
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Trustees of Camas County School District #121, Camas County, pursuant to Section 33-601, Idaho Code, as amended, has determined that it is in the best interest of said school district to sell the property as identified below. Description of property to be sold is as follows: 1989 Chevy Pickup Vehicle Identification Number 1GCDK14H7KE139372. Said property will be sold by sealed bids only for not less than the appraised value to the highest bidder. The Board of Trustees reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Sealed bids will be opened at 6:00 p.m. on February 13, 2017 at the Camas County High School. Any bids received after the bid opening will not be considered. The property to be sold may be inspected at 217 Camas Avenue East from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. between the dates of January 30, 2017 and February 13, 2017. Wendy Strickler, Clerk Camas County School District
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