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Cruisin’ for Caden Raises Funds for Local Family
On January 7th, 9-year-old Alex Flores was tragically hit by a semi-truck while crossing the street in his home town of Wendell. He has had multiple life-flights and major surgeries, including the amputation of his left arm. He is healing, but he’s has many more trials to go through on his long road to recovery. The family will have many expenses that won’t be covered, and could really use some financial help. Multiple fundraisers have been held already, including one by local organization Cruisin for Caden. If you would like to help, you can still purchase a long sleeve t-shirt for $10 (15 size 2XL is all that are left). Of course, any donation will be accepted. For more information, please contact Clint Tremelling at 208-397-8259.
Billingsley Creek Meeting This Thursday
In August of 2017, the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation (IDPR) unveiled a list of projects for Billingsley Creek Unit of Thousand Springs State Park which included improve amenities for camping, new hiking trails, better access to fishing, an arboretum, and a new visitor center. This Thursday, March 7th, at 6:00 p.m. IDPR and their Engineering Team will be presenting an update on the project at Hagerman Senior Center (140 E Lake Street - behind the Legion Hall). The Billingsley Creek unit, located just north of Hagerman, is home to the Busy B’s Market, a indoor riding arena, and provides access to the Billingsley Creek Wild Life Management Area. Plans to expand and improve the park have been in the works since 2001 when the area was acquired by the State of Idaho.
School Districts to Hold Supplemental Levy Elections
On Tuesday, March 12th, school districts in Gooding and Camas will hold supplemental levy elections. Both elections are “renewals” of existing levies and do not change current tax rates. The Gooding School District is asking to continue collecting $650,000 per year for two years. This levy will help support: instructional supplies & materials; safety & building repairs; assessment & remediation; non-reimbursable Transportation costs; extracurricular academics, music, and athletic programs; highly qualified teachers and paraprofessionals; as well as fixed costs and support services The Camas School District is asking for two levies: continued on page 6...
News from the Heart of Idaho Camas • Lincoln • Gooding
March 6, 2019
Vol 43 ~ Num 10
Ground Beef Products Recalled
USDA Food Safety & Inspection Service
Washington Beef, LLC, of Toppenish, Washington, is recalling approximately 30,260 pounds of ground beef chubs products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically hard plastic and metal. The ground beef chubs were produced on December 27, 2018 and include a “Use or Freeze by” date of 01/20/19. The products subject to recall may be labeled “Double R Ranch” and/or “St. Helens Beef.” Products bear establishment number “EST. 235” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped nationwide. The problem was discovered by a consumer complaint to the company on February 28, 2019. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider. FSIS is concerned that some product may be frozen and in consumers’ freezers. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase. FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website www.fsis.usda.gov
Hagerman Boy Scout Troop 108
Taco Feed & Auction Friday, March 8th
This Friday, March 8th, the Hagerman Boy Scouts will hold a fundraising dinner at the Hagerman Legion Hall (281 State St.).
Dinner 5:30 p.m..........Auction 6:00 p.m.
Tickets are $10 per person or $25 per family. Auction items include homemade goodies and other goods and services donated by local individuals and businesses. Call Grant at 208-731-4063 for information and tickets.