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The 2012 Election Last Friday was the deadline to get your name on the May 15th Primary Ballot. If you decide to run as a write-in candidate, you have until April 17th to file your Declaration of Intent. Remember, if you want to vote the Republican ticket, you will have to register as a Republican. If you are an “unaffiliated” voter (meaning you haven’t registered as anything), you will be allowed to make your choice at your polling place... this year only. If you want to change your party affiliation after the 2012 Primary, you will have to do so by the 10th Friday before the Primary Election Date. (Party affiliation does not affect the General Election.) Here is the list of contested races in our area for this year’s Elections (Independent candidates will not appear on the Primary Ballot. They will be on the General Election Ballot): ----------United States Congress United States Rep. - District 2 Jack Wayne Chappell - DEM Nicole LeFavour - DEM Eldon Wallace - DEM M.C. "Chick" Heileson - REP Mike Simpson - REP ----------Legislative District 26 State Representative, Position A (Wendy Jaquet’s Seat) John C. Remington, Ketchum - DEM Steve Miller, Fairfield - REP State Representative, Position B Donna Pence, Gooding - DEM Lee Barron, Corral - REP
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Water Supply Outlook Remains Bright Due To Good Reservoir Storage Boise, ID, March 6, 2012 – The latest water supply outlook report released by the Natural Resources Conservation Service indicates good reservoir storage will offset this winter’s low precipitation levels. Snowpacks across the state range from 60 to 100% of average. “This year there is a high degree of snowpack variability across the state,” said Ron Abramovich, Idaho NRCS Water Supply Specialist. “Northern Idaho drainages have near normal snowpacks while basins in southwest and central Idaho are in the range of 60-70% of average.” Precipitation in February did little to increase mountain snowpacks until Leap Day storms on February 29 added a boost. February precipitation ranged from 38% of average in the Little Wood and Big Lost basins in central Idaho to 105% of average in northern Idaho. “One or two months of below normal precipitation generally does not hurt the water supply too much, but when winter precipitation is lacking for three or more
months then the impacts become more noticeable,” Abramovich said. “If the dry period extends through March, water users in central Idaho will want to watch the snowpack data to see how the water supply for this summer will be affected.” Idaho’s reservoirs continue to be in excellent shape. This will help water users if snowpacks and summer streamflow runoff volumes end up below normal. Current stream flow forecasts call for only 25% of average runoff in the Owyhee basin in southwest Idaho to near normal streamflows in northern Idaho. NRCS conducts snow surveys at the end of each month from December through May to make snow runoff predictions and water supply forecasts used in managing Idaho’s water resources. For more information about snowpack, precipitation, runoff and water supplies for specific basins, please view the complete March 2012 Water Supply Outlook Report online at www.id.nrcs.usda.gov/snow and click on the ‘Water Supply’ link.
Lincoln County District 1 Commissioner Rusty Parker - REP Don Hudson - REP Cresley McConnell - REP Charlie Ritter - IND District 3 Commissioner Roy Hubert - REP Betty Peyman - REP County Sheriff Kevin Ellis - REP Mike Bright - REP
Camas County District 1 Commissioner Bill Davis - REP Barbara McMurdo - REP District 3 Commissioner Ken Backstrom - REP Leigh Weidman - IND ----------Gooding County District 3 Commissioner Terrell Williams - REP Wayne Chandler - REP
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March 14, 2012
NOTICES OF UPCOMING EVENTS & MEETINGS
Foreclosure Support Group
Emergency Food and/or Clothing in Fairfield: If you need emergency food, please contact Ed at (208) 539-1160 or lighthousefood@gmx.com. If you are needing clothing, please call Shannon at (208) 764-3716.
Is your home in foreclosure? You’re not alone. The bigger question is whether your particular foreclosure is legal. For almost three years, Steve Jones of Shoshone, has been fighting to keep his home. Like many others in our area, he is in the construction business, and this is a very lean time for people of that profession. Mr. Jones found himself unable to keep up on his payments, and the bank wanted their money. The only problem... it wasn’t his bank. Like many homes loans in the last decade, his mortgage had been sold to another finance company. Not wanting to just walk away his home, Mr. Jones started asking questions. In that process he discovered something very interesting. The company that was trying to take his house didn’t have (or didn’t appear to have) a legal right to foreclose. In order to foreclose on real estate, the person or company doing so must have a Deed of Trust. There also has to be proof that the Deed of Trust was obtained legally. In the process of buying and selling mortgages, however, many companies failed to file those transfers of ownership in the counties where those properties were located. The result is that a large number of foreclosures over the last several years, have been made by companies that did not have clear title, and without clear title, a foreclosure can not be done by simply publishing a Notice of Trustee Sale. It must be done in court. Going to court can be a very daunting endeavor, and even if a home owner knows they have the right to do so, many of them just walk away. The problem is that, if the property is sold without clear title, the original owner could end up with a financial obligation for a house they don’t own (this can apply to short sales as well). To clear up the title issues, many finance companies are encouraging people to take advantage a government program to help home owners. In that process, the overall mortgage and/ or payment may be reduced, but the home owner will also sign documents that give clear title to the finance company. While this seems to be a good deal for all involved, there is a down side. If you miss a payment, you have no recourse to save your home. Steve Jones would like to share his experience with other people facing foreclosure, and is in the process of forming a support group. If you would like more information or would like to participate, call 208-539-5744. --------------------------------Please Note: Mr. Jones is currently involved in litigation over this issue, and his situation may not be the same as yours.
March 16th ~ 6 to 8 p.m.
Fund Raising Dinner in Bliss The Bliss Community Church of Bliss, Idaho, is holding its Annual Fund Raising Dinner on Friday, March 16th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Roast Beef menu will be served. Everyone, any age is invited to come. Charge for dinner is donation to the Building Fund. For more information contact Carolyn Herzinger at 934-5700.
Gooding Chamber of Commerce Meeting
Thursday, March 15th 12 noon to 1 p.m. Help us celebrate the grand opening of Clover Creek Realty, Clover Creek Trading Company, and Clover Creek Property Management in their new location! The community is invited. You do not have to be a member to attend. The featured speaker will be David Butler, CEO, North Canyon Medical Center. Clover Creek Trading Company is now located at 430 Main Street, Gooding.
Helping Hearts & Hands Come take a tour of our NEW location at
237 Main Street, Gooding We will be having an Open House on
March 15th from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy a wee bit of Irish Stew, Soda Bread, and Dessert. Punch and Coffee will be available too. You can help to make a fun-filled, safe & drug free event for Camas County High School
PROJECT GRADUATION 2012!!! Make contributions to CCHS-Project Graduation and drop at the school office with Sue or at US Bank. If you would like to mail it send to: CCHS, P.O. Box 370, Fairfield, ID 83327 Attn. Sue.
Thank you – Parents of the Class of 2012
By Popular Demand... The Camas County Public Library is
NOW open every Monday 12:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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NEWS
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Family Night Was Fun! The Camas School PTO hosted their first Family Fun Movie Night on Saturday March 10th. We had about 30 people attend and everyone seemed to have fun even with some minor technical difficulties. We would like to thank Ed Reagan for being our movie projectionist and the Lighthouse Church for recognizing the need for clean, free, family fun in our community. We hope to have more of these types of events in the near future. Upcoming Camas events. April 6th: Camas School Staff Appreciation Luncheon hosted by the PTO at 12 noon at the Lighthouse Church, volunteers are welcome to help with this event. Contact Tracey at 7642882 or tntawards@earthlink.net April 7th: Beginning at 11:00 a.m. Annual Camas Easter Egg Hunt in the 4-H Park (if the weather is bad, in the high school gym) free admission, different age groups, prizes, candy and more (Maybe even a bounce house and large bunny). Volunteers are always greatly needed for this event, donations can be dropped off at the school. Contact Tracey at 764-2882 or tntawards@earthlink.net
Lincoln County Wild Riders present
Youth Select Horse Sale Saturday, March 31st, 2012 at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds, Shoshone Preview of Horses begins at 8 a.m. ~ Sale Starts at 10 a.m. Sale Horse Check-in Friday, March 30th from 3 to 9 p.m. Bringing Good Horses & Interested Buyers Together! Our goal with this sale is to give you a chance to find a suitable horse for your rider of any age, without driving all over, or worrying if the horse had been drugged. Horses will be cataloged by SKILL LEVEL If you have a horse for this sale or you want more information, please call (208) 308-1549 or (208) 727- 7676, or go to
4hyouthselecthorsesale.homestead.com
Friday, March 16th, 2012 The 20th Annual Gooding Rotary
Boxing Smoker Matches start at 7:00 p.m. at the Gooding High School Gymnasium
Tickets on Sale now at Seifert’s Jewelry ~ Gooding High School Or from any 5th District High School Rodeo Club Members Call the Gooding School District (934-4321) or Kent Seifert (539-4194) for more information
NOW seeing patients in Gooding 325 Main Str eet Street Call 734-4314 to
(Gooding Family Dental) schedule an appointment
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B I T U A R I E S
Russell Alger Arnold Jr. Russell Alger Arnold Jr., 93, of Gooding, passed away Tuesday, March 6, 2012, at the North Canyon Medical Center in Gooding. He was born September 2, 1918, in Harrisburg, PA, the son of Russell A. Arnold Sr. and Jennie May Kepler Arnold. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Upon returning from the service, he went to work for the Pennsylvania Railroad, retiring from Conrail as an engineer in 1981. Russell was a member of the Shoshone American Legion and enjoyed fishing and golf. Russell was greatly devoted to golf; he caddied as a youngster and even played 18 holes on the day of his passing. He had the accomplishment of five holes-in-one with two of those after the age of 90. On Nov. 11, 1943, he married Nieves Berriochea. To this union were born three children, Robert, Edward and Katherine. Nieves passed away in 1987. On April 25, 2008, he married Tana Buller. She fulfilled the later years of his life with love and companionship. Russell is survived by his wife, Tana Arnold of Gooding; sons, Robert (Rose) Arnold of Louisville, Ohio, and Edward Arnold of Wendell; brothers, Harold (Joyce) Arnold of Harrisburg, PA, and Clarence Arnold of Oakland, Fla.; nine grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and three step great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Neives; daughter, Katherine Clayton; one brother, Kenneth; and three sisters, Emma, Mildred and Betty. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Inurnment will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, May 4, at the Shoshone Cemetery in Shoshone. A service of remembrance will be held at 11:30 a.m. Friday, May 4, at Parke’s Magic Valley Funeral Home, Wendell-Gooding Chapel.
Carlos T. Hahn Carlos T. Hahn, age 86, died Wednesday, March 7, 2012. Carlos was born Nov. 22, 1925, in Shoshone, Idaho, the son of Joseph T. “Chad” Sorensen and Mabel O. Sorensen. In later years, Carlos took the name of his stepfather, Edwin C. “Red” Hahn. Carlos completed his schooling in Shoshone and, in April 1943, entered the U.S. Navy. He served three years in the Naval Air Corps as a radio/radar operator and certified aerial gunner. After his discharge, he attended the University of Idaho, where he studied civil engineering; then, on May 7, 1949, married Etta Maxwell of Hagerman. Carlos worked on various projects starting at the atomic energy site near Arco, Idaho, then on a large atomic energy facility near Paducah, Ky. From there, he went to Saudi Arabia on the construction of the Dhahran Air Base and, on returning to the states, worked on the St. Lawrence Seaway near Ogdensburg, N.Y. From there, he went to California and the piping of a large irrigation project, then to Wishon Dam on the Kings River approximately 80 miles east of Fresno, Calif. Carlos returned to Shoshone in 1958, where he worked for the Department of Transportation until he retired on the March 1, 1986. Carlos belonged to the Masonic Lodge, where he served as master, and worked with the Job’s Daughters for several years. After retirement, he enjoyed woodworking and traveled to various areas, mostly to find a good fishing spot. Carlos is survived by a son, Fred (Christine) of Homedale, Idaho; a granddaughter, Jessica Hahn of Homedale; and many nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. Carlos was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Etta; a daughter, Carla; a grandson, Adam; and his brother, Edwin. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 20, at the Shoshone Cemetery in Shoshone. The family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Idaho Youth Ranch in lieu of flowers.
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Margaret Roberta Gordon, 96, a resident of Hagerman, passed away Thursday, March 8, 2012 at North Canyon Medical Center in Gooding. No public services are planned. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel.
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B I T U A R Y Gladys Belle Cheney
Gladys Belle Cheney, 92, a resident of Gooding, returned to Our Heavenly Father surrounded by her family on Sunday, March 4, 2012 after a short battle with cancer. Our beloved mother, sister, aunt, grandma and great grandma will be sorely missed. Gladys was born on December 24, 1919 in Norwood, Colorado. She was the oldest of six children; three born to Bessy and Warren Perry. Bessy later married Oscar Hollett and three children were born to this union. In 1937 the family moved from Colorado to Gooding, Idaho where Gladys attended school and where she met and married the love of her life, Victor Cheney on May 7, 1937. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake City Temple. He preceded her in death in April of 2005. Gladys is survived by: her five children, Kyle (Vickie) Cheney of Centralia, Washington, Wayne (JoMarie) Cheney of Novis, Idaho, Jim (Carol) Cheney of Burley, Idaho, Frank (Sharon) Cheney of Gooding, Idaho, and Sue Anderson of Twin Falls, Idaho; 21 grandchildren, (one who preceded her in death), 71 great grandchildren and five great great grandchildren. She is also survived by: three brothers, Howard (Doris) Perry of Grand Junction, Colorado, Eddie (Shirley) Hollett of Delta, Colorado, and Vernon (Carol) Hollett of Farmington, New Mexico; two sisters, Evelyn Seymour of Orvada, Colorado and Dorothy (Ben) Austin of Farmington, New Mexico; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, granddaughter and son-in-law. Funeral services were held on Saturday, March 10, 2012 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Gooding. Burial followed at the Elmwood Cemetery. Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting the obituary link at www.demarayfuneralservice.com.
Steve’s Quick Ser vice Service Complete Automotive Service Groceries ~ Pop ~ Beer ~ Wine ~ Snacks 601 Main Street - Gooding
934-4636
NEWS
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from the Editor
This week I received a “letter to the editor” (not intended to be published) which contained a description of a person which was first, untrue; second, unnecessary; and third, irrelevant. The subject was Rush Limbaugh. Some people love him and gush over him like he’s some sort of god. Other people hate him because he says things they don’t like. Both groups are wrong. As we all found out recently, Mr. Limbaugh is not perfect. He makes mistakes just like all the rest of us. Mistakes, however, do not change the truth, and despite all the hog-wash about journalism needing to be fair and balanced, the truth is rarely fair, or balance (at least in our eyes). The problem with things like this (Mr. Limbaugh & the letter I received) is that it is so easy to get sucked up in the petty small mindedness of the world we live in, and there is a quote that puts it perfectly. Attributed to Eleanor Roosevelt and/or Admiral Hyman Rickover, it goes like this: Great minds discuss ideas, average minds discuss events, small minds discuss people. Rush Limbaugh engaged in small mindedness when talked about the young lady, but so did this letter I received. Mr. Limbaugh’s response was to apologize for sinking into the gutter. The letter’s response was to hold fast to the idea that Mr. Limbaugh’s comments invalidated everything he was saying. In the arena of politics (local, state, & national), I can’t tell you how many time I’ve heard someone invalidate an idea just because of who presented the proposal. In fact, not long ago, I heard an elected official say (in a public meeting), “I don’t care if he is right, we’re not going to do it.” If we spent more time (in politics and our personal lives) talking logically about ideas rather than how much we hate this person or this group of people, we would be much better off. So, the next time you hear someone say... it’s the president’s fault (past or present), or the problem is that bunch of newcomers (especially if they’re a newcomer themselves), or he must be right because he’s my friend/relative or he goes to my church... take a moment to remember... small minds discuss people, but great minds discuss ideas.
Be “COURAGEOUS” The community church will be showing the movie
“COURAGEOUS” on March 30th at 7 p.m. Babysitting will be provided for children through 8 years old.
“COURAGEOUS” is the latest movie of Providence films, the makers of Fireproof and Facing the Giants. “Courageous” is an action packed movie you won’t want to miss.
Tickets are free. Locally owned and operated in Gooding for over 29 years.
Call pastor Chuck for more info, or watch the trailer.
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Senior Center NEWS All menues are subject to change without notice.
Gooding 934-5504
Shoshone/Richfield 886-2369 / 487-2722
Camas/Fairfield 764-2226
308 Senior Avenue
218 N Rail St. W / 130 S Main
129 Willow Avenue West
Lunch Suggested Donation $3.50 Weekly Activities Pool & Pinochle (Mon-Thur) Shuffle board (Wed) Quilting Social (Thur) Duplicate Bridge (Fri) Breakfast (7:30-10) 1st Saturday of the Month: Saturday Night Pinochle 2nd & 4th Saturday ------------------
$2.00 (2-9) ~ $5.50 (10-59) Lunch Suggested Donation for those over 60 - $4.00 Weekly Activities Quilting & Exercise (Mon) Bingo Pinochle (Tue & Fri) Black out Bingo (Wed) -----------------------
$2.50 (2-9) ~ $4.50 (10-59) Lunch Suggested Donation for those over 60 - $4.00 Weekly Activities Quilting ~ Pool ~ Puzzles Board Games & Cards Art Class Thursday 10-1 Game Day - 3rd Friday Breakfast Fundraiser (8-10) 2nd Saturday of the Month: $4.00 for seniors; $5.00 7-59; $2.50 3-6; under 3 Free --------------------------
Menu Thursday, March 15 Roast Beef & Potatoes w/ Gravy, Veggies, Salad and... Texas Sheet Bread
Menu Thursday, March 15 (Richfield) Tuna Sandwich w/Potato Soup & Peach Pie
Menu
Monday, March 19 Hawaiian Hay Stacks and... Cinnamon Rolls
Friday, March 16 (Shoshone) Corned Beef & Cabbage w/ Potatoes, Carrots and... Pistachio Dessert
Friday, March 16 Corned Beef & Cabbage w/ Potatoes, Carrots, Salad and... Brownie Mint Sundae
Saturday, March 17
Tuesday, March 20 Taco Bar
Pancake Breakfast
Tuesday, March 20 Tacos w/Rice & Bean and... Fruit & Jello
Wednesday, March 21 Pork Chow Mein w/ Veggies, Salad & Jello Cake ---------
Special Events
Monday, March 19 (Richfield) Chicken Breast Strips w/ Rice, Salad, Hot Rolls and... Cinnamon Rolls
March 16th Oakley Opera House DEAR EDWINA Every Mon. & Wed. at 11 Fit & Fall Proof
Tuesday, March 20 (Shoshone) Fish & Fried Potatoes w/ Beets, Hot Rolls and... Cinnamon Rolls
Hagerman Senior Center
Wednesday, March 14 (Shoshone) Grilled Cheese Sandwich w/ Tomato Soup and... Peach Pie
140 East Lake Street
837-6120
Center & Thrift Shop OPEN: 8 to 2 MWF Support your local Seniors
Wednesday, March 21 Tortellini Stew w/ Garlic Bread, Salad, Fruit and... Frozen Fruit Yogurt Call by 10 a.m. for take out. Also, let us know if you have special dietary needs such as allergies to food.
-----------The Center is available for your Special Events. Looking for a 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 800-7953272 (voice) or 202-720-6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity lender, provider and employer.
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Area Churches Sunday Services: LDS Dietrich - 181 S. 650 E. Fairfield - 400 Aluras W. Gooding - 1228 Main Street Shoshone - 507 N. Greenwood Richfield - 440 E Hyw 93
Shoshone First Baptist (205 East 5th) 9:45 a.m. Assembly of God (118 W. 4th) 10:30 a.m. St. Peter’s Catholic (215 West B) Sat. at 5 p.m. Christ Episcopal (104 West B) 9 a.m. Oasis Christian Fellowship (310 E. 6th) 10 a.m. New Hope Lutheran (Hwy 93 & West B) 9 a.m. United Methodist - Shoshone (2nd & West C) 10 a.m. United Methodist - Richfield (3rd & Latah) 8:30 a.m. Richfield Community (410 S. Main) 10 a.m.
Gooding Assembly of God (204 Montana) 10:30 a.m. First Baptist Church (504 Washington) 11 a.m. Solid Rock Baptist (2148 Main Street) 9:45 a.m. St. Elizabeth’s Catholic (1515 California) 9 a.m. First Christian Church (334 4th Ave. W.) 9:45 a.m. Trinity Episcopal (125 7th Ave. W.) 11 a.m. Lutheran Calvary (21st & California) 9 a.m. United Methodist (805 Main Street) 11:15 a.m. Desert Hills Nazarene (129 6th Ave. W.) 9:45 a.m. Bliss Community (503 E. Hwy 30) 11 a.m.
Fairfield Community Church (617 Soldier Road) 11 a.m. Foothills Baptist Church (119 Poplar E.) 9:45 a.m. Immaculate Conception Chapel (201 Camas W.) TBA Lighthouse Christian Fellowship (213 Poderosa E.) 10 a.m.
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Classes at CSI Northside Center
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Dine-In or Take-Out
Pizza & Pasta Downtown Fairfield
Kids’ Spring Break Courses
Call in your Order s
The CSI Community Education Centers at the Twin Falls and North Side Campuses have a full slate of courses for kids to participate in during the upcoming spring break. Each campus will offer a variety of courses in subjects such as Judo, science, music, art, and drama.
764-2030
Spring Break courses scheduled at the North Side Campus in Gooding include: Spring Break Drama Camp (taught by Randy Lofgran) Monday through Friday, March 26-30, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Kids, ages 9 to 13, will enjoy a week of learning singing, dancing and acting and drama skills. Students will learn to project their voice, stage presence, putting together a set, and applying stage makeup. The cost to register is $45 plus a $5 supply fee payable to the instructor. Kids Egg Science (taught by Bill Ebener) Tuesday, March 27 from 1 to 3 p.m. Crazy science experiments using the incredible egg, a project sitting right in the fridge. The cost to register is $15. Balloon Blast (taught by Suzie Heller) Wednesday, March 28 from noon to 1 p.m. In this workshop, kids (6 to 14) will learn tricks to making crazy balloon hats and animals just like a pro. Each student will take home an instruction book at the end of the class. The cost to register is $10. Courses scheduled at the Twin Falls campus include: Spring Break Judo Camp, Guitars on Break, Kids Egg Science, Fused Glass Sea Turtle Dish, Fused Glass Own Hanging, and Artistic Egg Decorating. Students may register for any of these courses by calling the North Side Center at (208) 934-8678 or at the Twin Falls Campus at (208) 732-6442. Class sizes are limited so early registration is suggested. ----------------------------------The College of Southern Idaho Community Education Center will be offering the non-credit enrichment course, DIY: Cement Water Garden Container (taught by Rob O’Donnell) on April 13 & 14 (Friday 7 to 9 p.m. & Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) at the CSI North Side Campus. This fun-filled class covers the skills and materials necessary to create a professional water feature for the garden. Students will discuss ponds, pondless features, tabletop fountains and birdbaths. Students will learn design and building a project, creating artificial stones, types of pumps, plumbing, biological filtration, lighting, water proofing, and plants. The cost to register is $60 plus a $10 supply fee payable to the instructor. Students may register by calling (208) 934-6442, or at http://communityed.csi.edu. Class size is limited so early registration is suggested.
4 to 8 p.m. Wed & Thur & 4 to 9 p.m. Friday thru Sunday ----------
Remember to pick up some Homemade Bread
Your Local Library... More Than Just Books! the Shoshone Library 211 South Rail West ~ 886-2843
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After hour Book drop at City Hall
Camas County Public Library We’ve got Something for YOU! Hours Thursday - 10:00 to 5:30 Mon, Tue, Wed & Fri - 12:30 to 5:30 607 Soldier Road, Fairfield ~ 764-2553
Gooding Public Library Please call 934-4089 or visit at: 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 Closed -------------Lots of things happen at the Gooding Public Library ~ Check it Out ~
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A woman wrote a check at a department store. “I’ll have to ask you to identify yourself” the clerk said. The customer took a small mirror from her handbag looked into it keenly and pronounced, “Yes, that’s definitely me.” ---------------------------------New Bride: “My husband is very good to me. He gives me everything I ask for.” Her Mother: “That only shows you’re not asking for enough.” ---------------------------------Meanwhile in Europe: Gravity was invented by Isaac Newton. “It is chiefly noticeable in the autumn when the apples are falling.” ---------------------------------“Do you suffer from arthritis?” “Of course, what else can you do with it.” ---------------------------------Don’t hate yourself in the morning – sleep until noon. ---------------------------------It is now beyond any doubt that cigarettes are the biggest cause of statistics. ---------------------------------I know I am losing the war with age. But I refuse to surrender. ---------------------------------After being punished for losing his temper, a little boy ventured to ask his mother, “What’s the difference between my foul temper and your worn nerves. ---------------------------------An antique is an item your grandparents bought, your parents got rid of, and you’re buying again. ---------------------------------An argument is a fight over who can get the last word in first. ---------------------------------A alarm clock is a device to scare the daylights into you. ---------------------------------Living on Earth is expensive, but it does include a free annual trip around the moon. ---------------------------------If Darwin’s theory of evolution was correct, cats would be able to operate a can opener by now. ---------------------------------A bargain is something that’s so cheap you can’t resist it even though you can’t use it and don’t really want it. ---------------------------------Emergency Room Receptionist: “What’s the problem?” Incoming patient: “These pains in my sides and back. I feel like I have double pneumonia.” Reception: “We only have single beds. Which side would you like treated?” ---------------------------------She: “Our problem is that we’re just not communicating.” He: “I don’t wanna discuss it.”
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Happy Birthday, Idaho 4-H! 2012 marks the 100th birthday of 4-H in Idaho. A lot has changed since the first 4-H club was formed in Salmon, Idaho in 1912. Lets make sure to celebrate the centennial year right! Gooding County 4-H will be burying a time capsule in honor of the centennial year. Be thinking of items you or your 4-H club would like to include in the capsule. Another idea is to challenge your 4-H club to donate 100 hours of service in your community. Let’s see which club can reach this goal the quickest! If you have any ideas on how to celebrate the 100th birthday of 4-H in Idaho, be sure to let us know!
Gooding 4-H Enrollment Deadlines April 1 - All returning members April 1 - Llama projects April 15 - Market Pig projects May 3 - Horse, Pets, Goat, Dairy projects June 1 - Market Lamb projects June 3 - Final deadline to add projects to be judged during August 2012 fair. Camas & Lincoln: check with your local extension office for livestock deadlines, and other 4-H projects. -------------------
2012 4-H Teen Conference Plans are going strong for the 2012 4-H Teen Conference, June 11-15, at the University of Idaho campus. Teens who are currently in the 8th grade or higher can register for this fun-filled week. 4-H membership is not required to participate. Early Bird registration fee is $225 and is due in our office by April 15, 2012. After April 15 the fee goes up to $250. Scholarship money is available for Gooding County 4-H members. Fees do not include transportation fees. Workshop descriptions and registration forms are available. Call our office to request a packet or sign up for one on the State 4-H website. Please the office know BEFORE April 1 if you plan to register for Teen Conference. This will give an idea about how many scholarships are needed.
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A complete set of minutes are on file at the Clerks Office --------------January 9, 2012 Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to nominate Commissioner Croner as the new Chairman for calendar year 2012. Seconded by Commissioner Davis. Unanimous. The board reviewed the 2012 commissioners meeting dates. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the 2012 Commissioners meeting dates. Seconded by Commissioners Davis. Unanimous. Dwight Butlin met with the Board and discussed the reappointment of Marshall Ralph to the Planning & Zoning Commission. Commissioner Davis made a motion to appoint Marshall Ralph to the Planning & Zoning Commission for a 6 year term. Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom. Unanimous. The Board reviewed the bills as presented on the claims list. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the bills as presented. Seconded by Commissioner Davis. Unanimous. There being no further business, the Board adjourned at 3:30 p.m. --------------January 17, 2012 meeting Planning & Zoning Administrator Dwight Butlin met with the Board and presented a proposed letter to Mr. Barber, on the Powell Creek Subdivision. After review and consideration, Commissioner Davis made a motion to send the letter to Mr. Barber on the Powell Creek Ranches Subdivision Extension. Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom. Unanimous. The Board reviewed a proposed County Airport Manager description resolution. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to adopt resolution # 141, relating to the appointment of an Airport Manager for Camas County and proving for the responsibilities of that position and its relationship to the Board of County Commissioners, the Federal Aviation Administration, and the Idaho Transportation Department Aeronautics Division. Seconded by Commissioner Davis. Unanimous. Commissioner Davis made a motion to appoint Winston Ellis to the position of Airport manager for a term of 4 years. Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom. Unanimous. Dave Sanders met with the Board to provide the 2012 Forest Service Amendment for signature. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to authorize the past chair to sign the modification agreement with the Forest Service. Seconded by Commissioner Croner. Unanimous. Dave discussed the 2010 Emergency Management Planning (EMP) grant close out. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to authorize Chairperson Croner to sign the close out of the EMP grant through Homeland Security. Seconded by Commissioner Davis. Unanimous. Assessor Lynn McGuire met with the Board and presented applications for consideration of Property Tax Exemptions. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the Property Tax Exemption applications for the American Legion Elmer Post at 419 E. 1st Street and the City of Fairfield property located at 130 West Willow Ave. Seconded by Commissioner Davis. Unanimous. The Board reconvened at 1:00 p.m. to hold a discussion on the County Airport and to take public comment. Present from the public were Rod Pridmore, Jamon & Andy Frostenson, Winston Ellis, Jim Reedy, and Randy Schwab. A few areas of concern were brought to the Boards’ attention. Winston Ellis submitted a letter from a gentle-
Lincoln County Auction ~ Residential Real Property April 2nd 1:00 p.m. at the Lincoln County Courthouse, Shoshone Idaho 1428 sq. ft. 3 Bedroom, 1 bathroom 515 North Edith Street - Shoshone, Idaho Legal Description: Mountain View Addition, Lots 16-18 including Block 13 on .2066 acres. Starting Bid $8386.63 Cash or Bankable Check Due the day of sale man with concerns in regard to the regular maintenance of snow removal. Rod Pridmore stated he has also received several letters concerning these same issues. The Board felt the meeting with the public was very informative and enlightening. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion, stating that the Board will communicate with the Road & Bridge Supervisor, regarding the Camas County Airport runway snow removal on an ongoing basis, as needed. Seconded by Commissioner Davis. Unanimous. After review, Commissioner Davis made a motion to accept the 2011 Annual Road & Street Financial Report. Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom. Unanimous. There being no further business the Board adjourned at 2:45 p.m. --------------January 23, 2012 meeting Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to appoint June Ballard to be the representative of Camas County for the Area IV Agency on Aging Advisory Council. Seconded by Commissioner Davis. Unanimous. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion that we deny indigent application #1C-2012-10004, for reasons stated on the record. Seconded by Commissioner Davis. Unanimous. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to hold the initial application of Case #1C-2012-10005, in suspension for the reasons stated on the record. Seconded by Commissioner Davis. Unanimous. There being no further business, the Board adjourned at 1:10 p.m.
-- Expenditure Fund Totals -JusticeFund Road&Bridge Revaluation Landfill JuniorCollege Ambulance RangeImprovement LegionMemorial SchoolDistrict#121 WestMagicFireDistrict CamasCountyLibrary
$ 4,184.10 $ 7,873.95 $ 314.16 $ 360.00 $ 0.00 $ 1,480.69 $ 1,586.17 $ 0.00 $ 274,049.82 $ 2,756.85 $ 40,061.54
CurrentExpense DistrictCourt Health Elections 911Communications StateFund Snowmobile CityofFairfield CemeteryDistrict CamasMosquitoDistrict December2011Payroll
$ 26,971.07 $ 675.94 $ 500.00 $ 50.80 $ 1,720.69 $ 21,066.91 $ 25,000.00 $ 52,319.67 $ 1,778.71 $ 3,118.83 $ 110,767.04
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FOR SALE: 11” stir fry pan w/glass lid (Culinary Essentials) $20. Rival Crock Grill smokeless indoor elecric $20. Leather lamp shade 11” $10. 2 hand painted pic frames, cramic 5x7 $20. Box 52 piece table setting plates, cups bowls, silverware, $25. All of these items are new. Call 8374589 or 539-9589 For Sale: Clean Mattress & Box spring, 39”x76” $75. Adjustable metal frame $55. Small electric snow blower $50. OBO Call 764-2886. Heat-n-Glow freestanding Black Cast Iron Direct Vent Propane Fireplace/Stove w/logs. Glass front panel, fan attached and includes 20ft. stainless steel chimney pipe. Asking $1,100. Call (208)-764-2820
Do You Have old furniture? Home decor items? Antiques? The Other Side of Yesterday is looking to fill their floor with “New to You” inventory. We are looking for dressers, hutches, tables, chairs, etc. Check your barns, you’ll be surprised at what we want!
Call 539-2654 or 965-7860
1990 Bronco XLT. Extra tires, buffed out, low miles on engine. Good deal for $2995. Call 721-8405.
Employment The Camas County Senior Citizens Association is now accepting applications for Assistant/Substitute Cook. Applications may be picked up at the Center during normal business hours, by calling the Center at 764-2226, or emailing the Center at camasseniors@gmail.com. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Camas County Pre-School substitute/part-time position available. Please call 764-3904 for more details.
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Services Patch, Mend, Sew: Hem anything, Replace Broken Zippers of all kinds, work on canvas & elastic, webbing, Backpacks, sheets, pillow cases, sweatshirts, back pockets in pants, blankets, vests, zippers in pant legs, patch pants of all kinds, fix seams & holes ~ Open: 7 days a week - 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Call Kathy 837-6267 or drop off: 380 East Salmon Street. Also have drop-off places in Gooding & Fairfield., Must call to get info on these drops.
For Rent House for Rent: 3 bedroom, 1 bath, newly remodeled. Fireplace, park like yard, 6 foot privacy fence. Call 721-1708 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Manufactured Home in Fairfield. $400/Month (Water/Sewer Included) plus Deposit No Smoking. Call Rick @ 208-5393534 House for Rent: 3 bedroom, 2 bath. $500 month - water, sewer & garbage included. $250 deposit. Call 420-0146 Fairfield Shoshone Rental: Small 2 bed 1, bath home (517 West C). $425 per month, $300 deposit. Pets OK. No smoking. Call Betty at 309-0318 For Rent: 2 bedroom caretaker house. $300 or less a month. Depending on how much help around ranch you are willing to give. Electricity and internet included, newly remodeled. Fairfield 208-764-2323. Shoshone Rentals – 1 to 4 bdrm houses & 1 bdrm Apts. Short-term ok for the Apts. Call Marie 420-3172 For Rent: 3 bed, 1 bath home in Shoshone (309 N Burch Street). $600 per month $200 deposit. Call 208-454-9814 or e-mail vivrantvic@gmail.com Newer House for Rent: 3/2 with two car garage in Fairfield. Very clean and energy efficient - duel pane windows. Rent, or will consider option to buy. $575 per month, includes water & sewer. Call Jamie 208-309-1560 or Jim 916-920-0545.
Apartments for Rent D&G Apartments has apartments available from time to time. These are federally assisted affordable housing units. Rental assistance is available. Rent is adjusted to your income and can range from $0 to $490 per month. Water, sewer and trash are paid. These facilities are very clean and attractive. For more information, contact Gordon Schmidt at 208-764-2534. For the hearing impaired, contact TTY 1-800-833-6388. Equal Housing Opportunity. Equal Housing Opportunity
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