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NEWS Wrestlers Bring Home Gold
The State Wrestling Tournament, held in March, gave area athletes the opportunity to shine. While the Gooding Senator team only placed 11th in the 3A division, two wrestlers brought home gold. Kayd Craig took his second 1st place finish in the 152 pound class, and Tayt Gillette garnered a third 1st place medal in the 160 pound class. The 2A District champions - Wendell Trojans - took 3rd at the State tournament with Teagan Cabrera (145 pounds) taking Gold, along with three 2nd place finishes by Gabe Finley (160lb), Isaac Finley (220lb) and John Smith (285lb). The Glenns Ferry team took 5th at the State tournament with first place finishes by Gabe Muilenburg (98lb) and Wyatt Castagneto (170lb). 2A (Glenns Ferry & Wendell) Gabe Muilenburg - GF (98lb) 1st Place Jake Castagneto - GF (113lb) 2nd Place Price Thomas - GF (120lb) 3rd Place Teagan Cabrera - W (145lb) 1st Place Gabe Finley - W (160lb) 2nd Place Wyatt Castagneto - GF (170lb) 1st Place Isaac Finley - W (220lb) 2nd Place John Smith - W (285lb) 2nd Place
3A (Gooding) Blake Koyle (98lb) 4th Place Kayd Craig (152lb) 1st Place (2 time) Tayt Gillette (160lb) 1st Place (3 time) Cole Anderson (170lb) 6th Place Elijah Williams (220lb) 5th Place Photo by Frances Williams
A Strike for North Valley Academy
The NVA Bowling teams ended their season with a 1st place finish by the girls and a 2nd place finish for the boys at the Idaho State High School Singles tournament (3A Division) held at the Bowladrome in Twin Falls on February 21st. North Valley sent ten girls to the tournament with Makaya Boyer taking 1st and Angelica Govea taking 2nd. The boy's team (ten bowlers) were led by Jay Watson who took 1st.
News from the Heart of Idaho Camas • Lincoln • Gooding
March 9, 2022
Vol 46 Num 10
Water Supply Outlook Report March 2022
The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Idaho has released the March Water Supply Outlook Report for the 2022 water year. The “high and dry” pattern that arrived in early January continued to dominate regional weather throughout February. Observations at many SNOTEL stations throughout central Idaho recorded a few tenths of an inch of precipitation, or in some cases, zero precipitation for the month of February. Fortunately, more active weather and much needed precipitation arrived at the end of the month, and an atmospheric river event brought an extended period of precipitation to northern Idaho. It is unclear how long into March the active weather pattern will last or how far south it will extend – a few weeks of active weather and mountain snow would go a long way towards building a healthier snowpack by April 1. “Normal seasonal peak snowpack is still within reach for the Little Wood, Lost, Salmon, Clearwater and Panhandle basins,” said Daniel Tappa, Hydrologist-Data Collection Officer for NRCS Snow Survey in Idaho. “However, the ship has likely sailed on normal peak snowpack for our lower elevation southernmost basins (Owyhee, Bruneau) since these areas typically see peak snowpack in early March.” March 1 streamflow forecasts have uniformly decreased since February 1, and now favor below normal streamflow for the Upper Snake, Southern Snake, Big Wood, Boise, Payette, and Weiser basins. Watershed Snowpack Analysis as of March 1, 2022 Camas-Beaver Creek 70% Little Lost River 89% Big Lost River 103% Total: Big Lost Basin 102% Fish Creek 106% Little Wood River 102% Big Wood River 94% Camas Creek 78% Total: Little Wood Basin 103% Total: Big Wood Basin 89%
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about him. He was the first black baseball player. Back then, people did not like black people. The only reason why people did not like Jackie was because he was very good at baseball. He played on the Dodgers. He was the best player on the Dodgers. He was born on January 31, 1919 and died on October 24, 1972 age 53. He joined the Dodgers on April 15, 1947; he played on second base. The Dodgers went to the world series in 1955. Jackie became the National League rookie with 12 home runs and a league leading 29 bases stolen. In 1949, he was selected the most valuable player of the year and also won the batting title with a .342 average the same year. Jackie Robinson didn't let anyone's opinions stop him from being great at the game he loved. It doesn't matter what people say, make sure you are the best you can be in whatever field you want. by Andrew Scroggins
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The St. Patrick’s Fun Run & Walk will be held this Saturday, March 12th, at the Malad Gorge State Park. Registration is from 8:30 to 11 a.m. with a welcome meeting at 9:15 a.m. Half Marathon starts at 9:30 a.m. 5.5 Mile Run (10:30), 3.5 Mile Run (10:45), and 3.5 Mile Walk starts at 11 a.m. Fees are $30 to $60. Malad Gorge State Park is located at 2314 Ritchie Road, just off the Tuttle Exit of I84 (halfway between Bliss and Wendell). For more information, go online to Hagerman Valley Chamber or call Kris Pothier 208-590-1839.
Pasture for Lease at Castle Rocks State Park
The Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation is offering 165 AUM for cattle grazing at Castle Rocks State Park – Ranch Unit (CRSP). The Ranch Unit allotment is mostly irrigated pasture. Up to 55 cow/calf pair may be turned out on CRSP pasture on June 1, 2022, and remain until August 31, 2022 (approximately 3 months).* Dates may vary due to forage availability. This lease is for the 2022 season only. Minimum bid is $5,775 ($35.00 per AUM). A $2,000,000 Aggregate Insurance is required (request details prior to bidding). Lessee will be responsible for preliminary and routine fence maintenance. Fences are currently in good condition. Repairs must be completed and inspected prior to turnout. For additional requirements, please request a copy of the unsigned 2022 lease agreement. Bids must be based on the full 165 AUM. One quarter of the total bid price is to be paid prior to turn out. The remainder is payable in equal amounts on July 1, July 31, and August 31, 2022. Sealed bids will be accepted prior to 3 p.m., Monday, March 21, 2022. A public bid opening will take place at the City of Rocks Visitor Center at 3 p.m., March 21. In the event of a tie, top bidders will be offered an opportunity to increase their sealed bid. Bids may be hand delivered or mailed to: Castle Rocks State Park Attention: Sealed Bid P.O. Box 169 3035 Elba-Almo Road Almo, ID 83312
For more information please contact: Wallace Keck, Park Manager 208-824-5911 office 208-312-2796 cell Wallace_Keck@partner.nps.gov * Depending on conditions and the availability of feed, the AUM may be decreased and final price adjusted.
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St. Patrick's Days Events in Shoshone
St. Patrick's Day falls on Thursday, March 17th. To celebrate, the Lincoln County Chamber will host a Business After Hours at 2nd Time Around at 5:00 p.m. The fun will continue on Saturday, March 19th, with a Pancake Feed at the Manhattan Cafe (8 a.m. to 2 p.m.) followed by Leigh Kelley's St Patrick's Day Celebration. The parade will begin at 2 p.m. on North Rail Street in front of the Iron Horse Saloon (a Tumbleweed Race will be held just before the parade). Awards will be given for the following divisions: Best Livestock, Best Machinery, and Best Dressed Man & Women. Following the parade, a potluck will be held at the Iron Horse along with children's activities. Live Music will begin at 3 p.m. featuring Paddy Wagon. For more information contact Leigh Kelley at (208) 886-2016.
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death & service notices
Joe Gobbi, 87, a resident of Gooding, passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2022 at the Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service. Joseph Ptacek, 60, a resident of Hagerman, passed away on Thursday, March 3, 2022 at St. Luke's Medical Center in Meridian. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service - Gooding Chapel. Ethel M. Romans, 91, a resident of Gooding and formerly of Buhl, passed away on Friday,
March 4, 2022 at Bennett Hills Assisted Care in Gooding. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service.
William "Bill" S. Varin, 95, a resident of Gooding, passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2022 at Bennett Hills Assisted Care in Gooding. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service. Linda Quintero, 54, a resident of Hagerman, passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2022 at her home in Hagerman. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service.
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Jerry Russell Preston
Jerry Russell Preston died peacefully at his home on February 28, 2022. Jerry was born September 7, 1945 in El Paso Texas to Frank and Ara Mae Preston. He joined older sisters Julie and Shirley. The family lived in various locations while Frank was in the Army, and eventually landed in Rupert, Idaho. Jerry met Nola Johnson at Minico High School and they were married December 16, 1961. They farmed in the Norland area with Jerry's parents for several years. Jerry was drafted into the Army in 1967 and served in the Vietnam War through 1968. In 1970 Jerry and Nola adopted their first child Janene. In 1975 they moved to Richfield and adopted Steven, Paula, Melanie, Kenny, and Dorothy over the next 3 years. Jerry taught all the kids the farming skills needed. Baby calves were bottle fed, wood was stacked, and hand lines were moved, making the kids "tougher than boiled owl shit" as Jerry would say. Ditches were burned and rocks were picked, with Jerry teasing the kids that he planted those rocks in the fall so we could pick them in the spring. Jerry was an avid hunter and fisherman. Some of his favorite hunting spots were unit 44 at Camp Creek, unit 52A at Black Ridge Well, and any other spot that he could easily be talked into hunting. He caught steelhead at Dworshak dam, perch at Cascade Lake and plenty of trout in pretty much every reservoir close by. Upon retirement Jerry and Nola traveled and fished which they loved to do. Jerry hooked onto the fifth-wheel, the pontoon boat, and the 4-wheelers, and off they went – exploring lakes and mountain trails along the way. Jerry and Nola also teamed up on a vast array of woodworking projects – Jerry was designer and builder; Nola was hardware installer and painter/stainer. They made bathroom cabinets, sliding barn doors, hutches, pegs and jokers' boards, even reindeer decorations for Christmas. Jerry is survived by his dogs - Snickers and Pebbles; kids - Kenny Preston, Dorothy (Mike) Nelson, Janene (Jeff) Poggi, Paula Preston, and Melanie Preston (Mark). Grandkids - Bryant (Shenay) Nelson, Jesika Nelson, Derrik Nelson, Leslie (Alex) Dow, Rachel (Daniel) Walton, Andrew (Orion) Riemann, Brett Poggi, Tyler Preston, Maya Preston, and Zack Preston. Sister - Shirley Neiwert and her kids - Sherri Harris and Rick Hale. Brother-in-law - Leroy (Jackie) Johnson and their kids - Julie (Steve) Merrick, Shawn (Rob) Johnson, Jeff (Shondale) Johnson, and Blake (Michelle) Johnson. Sister-in-law - Glenda Weimer and her kids - Scott (Sue) Hunter, Karie Hunter, Trina (Bill) Shelman, and David Weimer. He was preceded in death by his wife - Nola Preston; parents - Frank and Ara Mae Preston; sister - Julie Holland; brother-in-law - Herm Neiwert; parents-in-law - Jo and Ed Johnson; brother-in-law - Jim Weimer; son-in-law - Jeff Riemann; and granddaughter - Melissa Preston. Jerry was a fine man, friend, dad and grandpa, not to mention a gifted storyteller. We will surely miss those stories. All who knew Jerry were grateful for the good times we had with him. May he now rest in peace, reunited with Nola. In the words of Robert Frost: Nothing Gold Can Stay. Nature's first green is gold, Her hardest hue to hold. Her early leaf's a flower; But only so an hour. Then leaf subsides to leaf. So Eden sank to grief, So dawn goes down to day. Nothing gold can stay. At Jerry's request, no service will be held. Cremation arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Shoshone Chapel. Condolences, memories and photos can be shared with the family by following the obituary link at www.demarayfuneralservice.com
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Jason Nathaniel Braun Murray
Jason Nathaniel Braun Murray, 45, a resident of San Diego, California, passed away on February 5, 2022 in San Diego. Jason was born on March 25, 1976 in Gooding, Idaho, the son of Kathryn Bailey and Ron Braun. He was later adopted by Kathryn's husband – Don Murray. Jason was raised in Backoo, North Dakota and attended school in Cavalier, North Dakota, graduating in 1994. Jason was a sunshine in a sometimes-dark world. Even when he was no longer himself, we still loved him as parents tend to do. I think back on his life and it brings me many smiles and tears and groans. He was a beautiful baby and little boy. He charmed everyone he met. He had this crooked little smile that made it hard to discipline him when he really needed it. He was also the child in the family that had his name said over and over – Jason stop that – Jason don't do that – Jason quit pestering the chickens – Jason quit pestering your sister/brother – Jason quit doing this and quit doing that – I'm sure you all know what I mean. So many times, I saw him make friends with the boy he was going to wrestle in just a little while, and they would be pitted against each other and both do their best to beat each other. He loved fast cars/motorcycles, sports and pretty girls. He was one of the biggest flirts I ever knew. Jason loved his family. His last years he was no longer that fun-loving man due to some very bad decisions. His personality changed and was someone we didn't understand much anymore, but he loved us and we loved him. He didn't mean to be a bad human, he wanted to get back to his old self, but he just wasn't able. He had good days and many bad days. He always wanted to be successful and loved being the best at everything. We pray your memories of him will be the good ones. Very soon now we'll be bringing him home for the last time. He will be buried in the same town as he was born in. He will be where we'll know where he is. We'll be able to visit his grave and occasionally bring him flowers. I know it will just be his earthly body here, but for his mom and family it's a comfort. Jason is survived by: his parents – Kathryn and Rick Anderson, Donald and Michelle Murray and Ron and Ennice Braun; three brothers – Joseph (Steph) Murray of Walhalla, North Dakota, Kenny (Stephanie) Braun of Shoshone and Steven Braun, also of Shoshone; three sisters – Angel Reynaert of Montgomery, Alabama, Jeannie (Alex) Anderson of Gooding and Ana (Kelly) Chadd of Eagle; grandmothers – Carol Sargent and Mary Kelly. He was preceded in death by: grandmother – Alice Trigg; grandfather – Robert Sargent; grandparents – Robert and Frances Murray and Herman and Ruth Braun. An inurnment will take place at the Elmwood Cemetery in Gooding. Local arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service. Share memories & photos at demarayfuneralservice.com
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Sandra "Kay" Mays, 75, a Gooding resident, passed away on February 22, 2022 at Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center in Sun City, Arizona. Kay was born on March 30, 1946 to the late Raymond and Jerry Short in Twin Falls, Idaho. She was the oldest of three girls. Kay completed her educational years in Gooding. She married the love of her life Don Mays on January 27, 1965. Her family grew to include her oldest son – Don and an unexpected but very loved set of twins, a son – Harold and a daughter – Stephanie four years later. Even though Kay was a loving, busy wife, mother, and grandmother, she enjoyed many hobbies and activities including bowling, camping, playing cards and board games, and most importantly spending quality time with her family. Kay held many jobs over the years, from a waitress to a cashier, and lastly owning and operating Snake River Canyon Tours and Catering with her husband – Don. She enjoyed cooking and baking dishes for their business. She is known for her famous cinnamon rolls and sticky buns from Wyant's Cafe to her yummy Basque bread that she supplied for many family dinners and friendly potlucks. Throughout Kay's life she always put her family's needs above her own. She often worked a full day's shift at the local Kings and finished the day prepping and cooking for the family business just to do it all over again the next day and never once complained. She did all of this for her family. Her family was her greatest love and accomplishment. Kay's passion for bowling came from her parents who were very avid bowlers. Kay passed this love down to her children and grandchildren, who continue to bowl on several leagues. She maintained a high average and participated in many tournaments including Gutter Gussie, 500 and 600 Club and many city and state tournaments. She was never a mother who would let her kids win that is for sure! She taught us kids how to lose from the beginning, whether it was a simple card game or a competitive bowling tournament. One board game she enjoyed playing was Sorry. While playing the game of Sorry I know she was never really sorry when she said Sorry I win. Kay was her family's number one fan. She worked hard to provide the means for children to participate in sports including baseball, softball and rodeo; and traveled many miles to get us there with the biggest pom poms in her hand cheering us on. After retirement Kay and her husband Don wintered at Lake Alamo in Arizona for over 15 years. She loved the warm weather and creating memorable relationships with their fellow snow birders. Kay is survived by her loving husband – Don, of 57 years; her two sons – Don (Kay) Mays and Harold (Charmain) Mays; daughter – Stephanie (Todd) Mansfield; grandchildren – Brittney (Chet) Mays-Hunsaker, Tommy Evans, Amanda Mays, Austin Evans, Sonny (Anahi) Mays and Aaron (Alex) Mays; great granddaughter – Olivia Mays; and sister – Betty (Randy) Johnson. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her sister – Jo Gooch; granddaughter – Angela Mays; and grandson – Cody Mays, and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, cousins and many friends. Funeral service was held on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, at Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel. Interment followed at the Hagerman Cemetery in Hagerman. Share condolences, memories and photos at www.demarayfuneralservice.com
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Russell Ellifrits
Russell Ellifrits, 56, a resident of Wendell, passed away on Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at his home in Wendell. He was born on November 9, 1965 in Nevada, Missouri, the son of Esther Ellifrits (Martin) and William Warren Ellifrits. Russell was raised and educated in Nevada, Missouri and later in southern Idaho. He married Dorrinda Donahue on September 16, 1990 in Wendell. Russell is survived by: his wife – Dorrinda Ellifrits; his mother – Esther Martin; his son – Richard Ellifrits of Wendell; his daughter – Brittany (Zack) Page of Wisconsin; two brothers – Richard Ellifrits of Jerome and Stephen (Debbie) Ellifrits of Twin Falls; his sister – Jennifer Delagarza of Arizona; and four grandchildren – Brantley, Ivy, Lila and Jackson. He was preceded in death by: his father – William; his step-father – Merle Martin; and his brother – Phillip Ellifrits. A family graveside service was held on Saturday, March 5, 2022, at the Wendell Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service. Condolences, memories and photos can be shared with the family by following the obituary link at www. demarayfuneralservice.com ~ Legal Notices ~ Legal Notices ~ Legal Notices ~ Legal Notices ~
Hagerman School District is Accepting Applications for an Elementary Teacher Applicants must hold or be in a position to obtain a current Idaho teaching certificate with appropriate endorsement.
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IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GOODING IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: EDITH R. DUNCAN, Decedent.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
GOODING COUNTY NOTICE OF ELECTION FILING DEADLINE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Gooding County Planning and Zoning Commission that the following Public Hearings will be held March 29, 2022, starting at 5:30 p.m. SPECIAL USE PERMIT application submitted by: Kathy and Tony Nice, 381 Hagerman Ave. West. Hagerman, Idaho. The request is to live in an RV, on site, while their home is being constructed. It is within Section 14, Township 7, Range 13 of the Sand Creek Subdivision. It is zoned Transitional-2. WAIVE REQUEST submitted by: Justin & Joanna Leavens, 113 Clear Lake Ln, Buhl, Idaho. The request is to waive fees related to a subdivision parcel change. It is within Section 1, Township 9, Range 14 of the Clear Lake Ranch Subdivision. It is zoned Recreational. The applications are on file with the office of the Planning and Zoning Administrator and available upon request. Any person(s) may attend the hearing in person or via Zoom and written and/or oral testimony shall be taken. A five-minute time limit on oral testimony of supporters and opponents shall be enforced. Please submit written testimony which is more than one page long to the Planning and Zoning Office by 5:30 p.m. on March 14, 2022. The regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission will follow the hearing and the general public is invited to attend via Zoom or in-person. This notice is in accordance with Idaho Codes § 67-6509, § 67-6512 and Gooding County Zoning Ordinance No. 104. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89659430619?pwd=OUFEYzBBcE83NVJOVG1zQU5QbG5JQT09 Meeting ID: 896 5943 0619 Passcode: 372720 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kc1PDQYLtp Dated this 7th day of March, 2022 Submitted by: Cathy Harris - Administrator, Gooding County Planning & Zoning published on March 9, 2022
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION Big Wood Canal Company
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NOTICE OF INTENT TO FILE LICENSE APPLICATION, FILING OF PRE-APPLICATION DOCUMENT, APPROVING USE OF THE TRADITIONAL LICENSING PROCESS (March 1, 2022) a. Type of Filing: Notice Approving the Use of the Traditional Licensing Process b. Project No.: 3407-087 c. Date Filed: January 3, 2022 d. Submitted By: Big Wood Canal Company e. Name of Project: Magic Reservoir Hydroelectric Project f. Location: On the Big Wood River in the Blaine and Camas Counties, Idaho. The project occupies land within the U.S. Department of Interior, Bureau of Land Management (BLM). g. Filed Pursuant to: 18 C.F.R. Part 5 of the Commission’s Regulations h. Applicant Contact: Mr. Nicholas E. Josten, 2742 Saint Charles Ave, Idaho Falls, ID 83404, (208) 520-5135. i. FERC Contact: Maryam Zavareh at (202) 502-8474 or email at Maryam.zavareh@ferc.gov.
Pursuant to Idaho Code §34-1405, notice is hereby given for the candidate filing deadline for elections to be held on May 17, 2022. The required Declaration of Candidacy and Petition of Candidacy forms must be filed no earlier than February 28, 2022 until March 11, 2022 by 5:00 p.m. Forms are available at the Gooding County Clerk’s office, 624 Main Street, Gooding, Idaho. Individuals who run as write-in candidates must file a Declaration of Intent no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 25, 2022. Declaration of Candidacy Filing Deadline: February 28 - March 11, 2022 5:00 p.m. Election Date: May 17, 2022 GOODING COUNTY County Commissioner District 2 - 4 Yr Term County Commissioner District 3 - 2 Yr Term County Clerk - 4 Yr Term County Treasurer - 4 Yr Term County Assessor - 4 Yr Term County Coroner - 4 Yr Term Precinct Committeemen - 2 Yr Term
j. Big Wood Canal Company filed its request to use the Traditional Licensing Process on January 3, 2022. Big Wood Canal Company provided public notice of its request on January 18, 2022. In a letter dated February 28, 2022, the Director of the Division of Hydropower Licensing approved Big Wood Canal Company’s request to use the Traditional Licensing Process. k. With this notice, we are initiating informal consultation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and/or NOAA Fisheries under section 7 of the Endangered Species Act and the joint agency regulations thereunder at 50 C.F.R., Part 402. We are also initiating consultation with the Idaho State Historic Preservation Officer, as required by section 106, National Historic Preservation Act, and the implementing regulations of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation at 36 C.F.R. § 800.2. l. With this notice, we are designating Big Wood Canal Company as the Commission’s non-federal representative for carrying out informal consultation, pursuant to section 7 of the Endangered Species Act and section 305(b) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act; and consultation pursuant to section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. m. Big Wood Canal Company filed a Pre-Application Document (PAD; including a proposed process plan
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and schedule) with the Commission, pursuant to 18 C.F.R. § 5.6 of the Commission’s regulations. n. A copy of the PAD is available for review at the Commission in the Public Reference Room or may be viewed on the Commission’s website (http:// www.ferc.gov), using the “eLibrary” link. Enter the docket number, excluding the last three digits in the docket number field to access the document. For assistance, contact FERC Online Support at FERCONlineSupport@ferc.gov, (866) 208-3676 (toll free), or (202) 502-8659 (TTY). A copy is also available for inspection and reproduction at the address in paragraph h. o. The licensee states its unequivocal intent to submit an application for a new license for Project No. 3407. Pursuant to 18 C.F.R. §§ 16.8, 16.9, and 16.10 each application for a new license and any competing license applications must be filed with the Commission at least 24 months prior to the expiration of the existing license. All applications for license for this project must be filed by January 01, 2025. p. Register online at http://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/ esubscription.asp to be notified via e-mail of new filing and issuances related to this or other pending projects. For assistance, contact FERC Online Support. Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary
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