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Idaho’s Easter Bunny – The Pygmy Rabbit F&G News Release Spring is officially here, which means it’s time once again for the shy and retiring rabbit to endure its brief stint in the Easter spotlight. For centuries, rabbits have served as symbols of springtime renewal and fertility, owing to their ability to produce many offspring. Over time, a melding of folkloric and religious beliefs created the Easter Bunny, deliverer of baskets brimming with colored eggs and chocolate for good children everywhere. But not all rabbits are as famous, wide-ranging, or prolific as “Peter Cottontail.” At the other end of the spectrum is the pygmy rabbit, the smallest rabbit in North America and possibly the smallest rabbit in the world. Harkening back to 1890, in the “plains and valleys covered with sage” of Idaho’s majestic Pashimeroi Valley, zoologist C. Hart Merriam encountered a new species that “requires
comparison with no other rabbit, its small size, short head, apparent absence of tail... distinguish it at a glance from all previously known species.” Merriam named this diminutive animal the pygmy rabbit. Pygmy rabbits are found in very patchy distributions in areas with dense, mature sagebrush and deep, soft soils suitable for digging their elaborate burrow systems. Pygmy rabbits are considered “sagebrush obligates” because they require sagebrush to survive. Sagebrush provides protective cover and an important food source for the tiny rabbit, comprising up to 99% of its winter diet. Most herbivores shy away from foraging on sagebrush, which is laden with volatile oils. But the pygmy rabbit has evolved a specialized digestive system to cope with these toxins. In the decades after Merriam’s Expedition, mammalo-
gists and naturalists generated a trickle of reports describing general characteristics of pygmy rabbits and gradually extended the known range of the species to include the sagebrush deserts of seven westerns states. By mid-20th century, researchers gleaned more details on the species’ life history, behavior, and habitat relationships. These studies identified the pygmy rabbit as a habitat specialist tied to sites of tall, dense big sagebrush and deep soils. By connecting these dots, researchers keyed in on the major limiting faccontinued on page 8.....
Schubert Theatre Spaghetti Dinner Saturday, April 19th – 5 to 7:30 p.m.
at the Gooding War Memorial Hall (203 3rd Ave W. – Gooding) Come and Support the fundraising effort to restore the Schubert Theatre
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NCMC Mammography Receives $10k Grant The North Canyon Medical Center Mammography Department is proud to announce that NCMC has received a $10,000 grant from Susan G. Komen, Idaho. The hospital and Komen, Idaho have nearly a decade of grant history with approximately $70,000 being granted to the hospital through the years. These funds are vital to NCMC Mammography, as they allow the hospital to offer breast health services for women that find themselves in a time of financial hardship. The Komen Grant funds are used for screening and diagnostic mammograms as well as diagnostic breast ultrasounds. Idaho currently ranks 51st “dead last” in the Nation for women (over the age of 40) receiving their annual screening mammogram. It is critical we get Idaho women in for their annual mammogram and utilize the grant funds if they do not have the means to pay for the mammogram. The NCMC Mammography Team consists of 3 registered mammographers (1 with bilingual skills), and a bilingual radiologist with 20+ years of experience in reading mammograms and breast ultrasounds. For more information, please call Jamie at 208-9344433 ext. 1112.
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Notices of Upcoming Events & Meetings
Immaculate Conception Chapel will be open from
noon to 5:30 on Good Friday, April 18th, for private visitation. At 5:30 there will be reflections on the Stations of the Cross. Easter Sunday Mass will be at 2 p.m.
Easter Egg Hunt at DeSano:
DeSano Place Suites in Gooding (545 Nevada Street) will host an Easter Egg hunt on April 19th at 2 p.m. for ages 1–12.
Easter Eggs in Fairfield:
This Saturday, April 19, join the Easter Egg Hunt to be held either at the City Park or on the School grounds/playground. Signs will be posted around town. Start time for the little ones is 10 a.m. with the older groups following. The Easter Bunny will definitely make an appearance. Bring your own egg basket.
Fairfield Dog Licenses are due! A license is required for any dog within the city limits of Fairfield. The license tag is to be secured about the neck of the dog(s). The license tag shall be obtained from the City Office. Phone 764-2333. Annual Fee 10.00 spayed or neutered - Annual Fee 15.00 not
Lincoln County Fair:
The Lincoln County Fair Board is accepting bids for the 2014 Fair week janitorial. Fair is July 19th thru July 27th. Please call 208-539-4500 or e-mail LCFair2@gmail.com
Arbor Day Open House:
The Camas Conservation District will hold their 2nd Arbor Day Open House on Friday April 25th from 3 to 6 p.m. John Pine with USFS will share information about what to do after fire, protection from fire, firewood problems, etc. Bob Josaitis with NRCS will share about tree planting and shelterbelts. Blue Spruce plugs will be given to those attending.
Nick Schlader Benefit Raffle: The Gooding City Po-
lice Department is holding a benefit raffle to help the Schlader family. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. Drawing will be held on April 17th at 5 p.m. Any law enforcement officer in Gooding County can help you purchase tickets, or contact Detective Bunderson with the Gooding City Police at 934–8436. You can also go to his “GoFundme” internet page to donate.
Old Time Fiddlers Camas Senior Center
Friday, April 25th Music starts at 11:30! Lunch begins at noon.
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Celebrate Easter at the
Fairfield Community Easter Sunrise Service Lighthouse Christian Fellowship 7:00 a.m. on Easter Sunday Breakfast immediately following the Service
Community Sunrise Service Gillette Hill ~ Gooding
Come enjoy a Community Sunrise Service on Easter morning, April 20th, at 6:30 a.m. on Gillette Hill southwest of Gooding (signs will be posted). From Gooding: west on Hwy 26 to 1800 East, turn south (left) and go 1.75 miles. From Wendell: north to 2100 South, turn west (left) and go to 1800 East, turn north (right) and go 1/4 mile. Please contact Steve or Patty Waugh at 934-4378 for more information. Come celebrate our Risen Lord!
GOODING COUNTY MUSEUM
SPEAKER NIGHT
Wednesday, APRIL 16, 2014, 7 pm at the Gooding County Museum (273 Euskadi Lane - Hwy 26/46)
Diane Josephy Peavey to speak on Idaho Sheep Ranching Traditions and Culture Free Lecture & Refreshments
The Camas County Fair Board announced last week the theme of this year’s Camas County Fair. In celebration of the 60th anniversary of Rock & Roll, the theme is…
“Get your Elvis on at the Camas County Fair” The fair dates for this year are Thursday, July 31st through Sunday, August 3rd.
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The Gooding Public Library Presents
3D Printing Workshop Wednesday, April 23rd
3D printers are amazing, and here is your opportunity for a bit of hands-on experience. The Gooding Library recently obtained a 3D printer and they will be offering a second workshop to those interested in how they work and how to use them. Space is limited, so please call (934-4089) or stop by the liberary to register. The workshop will begin at 11:30 a.m.
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Library Bake Sale
The Wendell Library will hold an Easter Bake Sale on Saturday, April 19th, at Simerly’s starting at 10 a.m. There will be many items to choose from for your Easter Breakfast or Dinner. Proceeds will go towards architect plans for the new library. Be sure to visit our Used Bookstore at 375 1st Ave East. (just West of City Hall) The Bookstore is open every Wednesday and Friday from 1 to 4 p.m. New Used books are added each week for your selection. Books sell for $3 dollars a bag or $1 for hardbacks, ¢.50 for paperbacks. Donations are always welcome!
“Love Take Me Over”
Gooding lst Christian Church is pleased to present “Love Take Me Over” a show by the God Squad Puppet/Drama Team. This year there will be two performances, Saturday, April 26 at 6:00 pm and Sunday, April 27 at 3:00 pm at the Church, located at 334 Fourth Avenue West in Gooding. “Love Take Me Over” presents several new songs as well as some old favorites through puppetry, along with black-light effects, some human drama and a few surprises.
Camas Royalty Program The Camas County Fair Royalty Program is currently accepting entries until April 15, 2014. There are four programs, a King and a Queen competition for ages 15 to 20 years of age and a Junior King and Queen contest for 10 to 14 year olds. Categories to be judged are interview, public speaking, and appearance (no swimsuit category). The program is open to Camas County Residents and residents of those counties bordering Camas County, Idaho. This is the first year of the new program. For additional information about this program please go to the program website at: camasroyalty.weebly.com or contact the Royalty Chairwoman, Tracey Martin at 208-764-2882 or tntawards@earthlink.net
Elect Incumbent
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On May 20th Elect
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Alice Marie Ireton McCurdy Garnand
Alice Marie Ireton McCurdy Garnand, 97, a resident of Gooding, passed away Saturday, April 5, 2014 at Quail Ridge Assisted Living in Pocatello. Alice was born July 31, 1916 in Carlton, Kansas to Elmer and Myrtle Baxter Ireton. She joined older sister Mary Arlene and her younger sister Marjorie followed. Alice spent her early years in Kansas before the family migrated to Idaho. Her dad was searching for employment opportunities and had intended to join family in Jerome, Idaho. When the car broke down in Pocatello, the family changed their plans and put down roots in the Blackfoot area. Alice was a “tomboy” enjoying hunting and fishing. She loved to camp and be out in the woods. Her family was very close and cherished these “outdoor” times together. She was a crack shot as witnessed by her sonin-law Don many years later. Alice attended schools in Blackfoot and graduated from Blackfoot High School in 1935. She loved school and received high grades. She was the co-captain of the women’s basketball team as well as playing tennis, participating in the math club, and playing the violin. She also caught the eye of a young man named Charles and fell in love. Alice and Charles Peter McCurdy were wed in 1937. For the first four years of their married life Charles was a section foreman for the UPRR and Alice happily became a railroader’s wife, living in a section house in Serro Grande and Tabor. Their first child, Charles Gary, was born in 1941 followed by a sister, Janice Margene, in 1944. They lived in the Idaho desert returning to Blackfoot for the kids to go to school. Charles continued with the railroad but commuted to Tabor. While living in Blackfoot, Alice had a rich life as a wife and mother. She was very involved with her children never missing their events. She was also very active in the Blackfoot 4th Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She helped paint the new church, showing no fear painting the ceiling at the top of the ladder! She served as the Ward sports director coaching the young women’s softball team and winning the LDS Stake Women’s Softball Championship. She worked to help support the family picking potatoes, strawberries and raspberries. She and her picking partner would average 300 sacks of potatoes a day! She did a lot of home canning and gardening. Her kids still remember brushing away cobwebs in the cool cellar to retrieves jars of freshly canned fruits and vegetables. In 1954, the family moved to Firth where Charles took over as section foreman for that area. Alice became the Firth Postmistress and continued in the position until 1967. She also worked in the local drug store. She still continued picking potatoes, now with Gary and Janice working alongside. As her children grew and became more active in school and sports, Alice became a cheerleader. She had many favorite stories about her children and their specific events that she told liberally. Charles passed away in 1965. Alice stayed in Firth during this difficult time. A girlfriend from her high school basketball team intro-
duced her to Ivan Garnand, who was recently widowed. Ivan had three children, Robert, Shari and Joan. Joan was still living at home. The girlfriend was Ivan’s sister. Alice and Ivan had known each other in high school and rekindled their friendship. It blossomed and they were wed in 1967. They settled on Ivan’s farm in Twin Falls and moved to a farm in Bliss shortly thereafter. Alice became a farmer’s wife with ease. She helped Ivan continue to raise Joan and became a cheerleader once again. Alice worked hand-in-hand with Ivan raising beefaloe and tending assorted crops. She continued with her passion for gardening and canning. She could set siphon tubes better than most. Her skills as a farmer’s wife earned her the recognition as the “Idaho Farm Bureau Farm Wife of the Year”. Alice enjoyed craft work, playing pinochle and was active in the Bliss Flower and Garden Club. Alice continued her passion for flowers and gardening as they moved to Gooding. Alice and Ivan continued to farm in Gooding for many years. Janice and Don returned to the area after retirement and built a home next to the farm. Ivan passed away in 2004. Alice remained on the farm spending more and more time at Janice and Don’s home across the field. She eventually lived with them until moving to Pocatello in 2012. Alice moved to assisted living in Pocatello and enjoyed the company of her son Gary and Marlys and many grandchildren in the Pocatello area. She loved to go for rides and many afternoons were spent roving the hills of Bannock County. She was widely renowned for her decorated pine cones and was always on the prowl for more. The many caregivers at Quail Ridge and the Encompass hospice workers were a tremendous comfort in her final months. When Alice passed away on April 5, 2014, we all knew she was returning to the arms of her Heavenly Father and all of her loved ones waiting. The loss of our Mother, Grandmother, and Friend leaves a hole in our hearts. She was well-loved and cherished. Alice is survived by her 5 children, 9 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren: Son - Charles Gary (Marlys) McCurdy of Pocatello Idaho (and their family, Kary (Craig - deceased) Kjesbo and son, Ethan of Hailey, Idaho; Thomas McCurdy and children, Sage and Madeline of Pocatello, Idaho, Steven (Francis) McCurdy of Glasgow, Scotland; Michelle (Jeff) Orgill and children, Tyler, Simone, Scott, and Paige of Pocatello, Idaho; Jason (Billi) McCoy and son, Kolby of Chubbuck, Idaho; Cord (Angie) McCurdy and sons, Caden, Carson and Alec of Pocatello, Idaho; Christopher (Brittany)McCoy and daughter, Harper of Edmond, Oklahoma; Elisa (Cary) Provence and daughters, Bell, Kennedy, and Charleigh of Yukon, Oklahoma): Daughter - Janice (Don) Lemons of Gooding, Idaho: Daughter - Shari (Jim) Stewart (and daughter, Shauna Hanel of Tidewater, Oregon): Son - Robert Garnand of Grand Junction, Colorado: and Daughter - Joan (Bill) Whitacre of Eagle, Idaho. Services were held on Saturday, April 12, 2014 at the Gooding LDS Church. Burial was at the Grove City Cemetery in Blackfoot.
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Dianna Elizabeth McGhee Serr
Dianna Elizabeth McGhee Serr, 61, a resident of Wendell, passed away Thursday, April 10, 2014 at her home in Wendell surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer. Dianna, Known by all as “Diane” was born August 12, 1952 in Jerome, Idaho. She was raised and graduated high school in Shoshone, Idaho. Growing up on the family farm in Shoshone she helped her dad break the horses and spent hours horseback riding. Following high school, she completed beauty school and over the years kept family members clipped and trimmed. On August 1, 1981, she married George Karl Serr at the Lutheran Church in Wendell. The union joined sons Miles John Warren and Brenton Lee Warren into the family. The couple welcomed a daughter Kassandra Kay Serr Woodward (David) in 1982 and son George Karl Camron Serr (Ashley) in 1989. Diane was hired in 2000 by Wal-Mart and was an integral part of the set up and opening of the Jerome WalMart in 2001. She continued work at Wal-Mart in spite of surgery and chemotherapy treatments until this past year. Diane enjoyed camping, even if it meant setting up camp in the pasture at the couple’s farm in Wendell, 4wheeling, working on craft projects, and long rides on the Gold Wing with her husband Karl. Her favorite memory was riding through a herd of buffalo on a motorcycle trip through Yellowstone National Park. She loved her yard, gardening, and flowers. She was a stickler when it came to how things were done. Her children knew that “if you’re going to do it, do it right.” Dianna is preceded in death by her mother Iona, sister Charlotte and numerous aunts and uncles. In addition to her husband and children, she is survived by her father John McGhee; brothers John, Brian, and Harlan; and 13 grandchildren. The family would like to express a special thank you to Dr. Perez; St. Luke’s Boise; MSTI; Dr. Cole Johnson and staff; Encompass Home Health and Hospice staff; as well as all family and friends whose loving care was so much appreciated. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am, on Thursday, April 17, 2014, at New Life Community Church, 800 W. Main St., in Wendell. A light lunch will follow.
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Steven F. Stewart
Steven F. Stewart of Fairfield, Idaho passed away peacefully at the age of 65 at his home in Las Vegas. His brothers and their wives were present at the time of his passing. Steve was born September 6, 1948 to William F. and Opal L. Stewart. He grew up in Fairfield and after graduating from high school, attended college at Idaho State University. In 1969, Steve joined the Navy under the buddy system with his good friend Max Muffley. After being honorably discharged from the Navy, Steve was hired by Morrison-Knudson and trained as a welder. He continued his education in construction eventually becoming a site a manager on many nuclear power plants, gas refineries, and coal fired plants. Eventually Steve retired and lived his winter in Las Vegas and his summers in Fairfield. Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Opal Stewart, and two brothers Terry Stewart and Reed Stewart. He is survived by brothers Alan (Jan) Stewart, Mark (Jacquelle) Stewart, many cousins, nephews, nieces, friends, and his dog Ike. He was loved and will be deeply missed. Memorial services will be held at the Stewart cabin in Fairfield, Idaho at a later date.
Ezetta Fern Fox
Ezetta Fern Fox, 81, a resident of Wendell, passed away Sunday, April 13, 2014 at her home in Wendell. Fern was born November 24, 1932, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, the daughter of John and Mary Schutte. She married John Albert Fox on January 21, 1949 in Washoe County, Nevada. Fern is survived by; 2 sons, James Albert Fox (Jackie), and David Spencer Fox, all of Jerome, Idaho; 5 daughters, Karen Ann Nasura (Brad), of Elgin, Oregon, Carol Fox Jordan (Charles), of Elk Grove Village, Illinois, Connie Lynn Fox, of Wendell, Idaho, Diane Christine Fox, of Portland, Oregon, and Debra Renee Stovall (Jimmie Joe), of Ontario, Oregon; and 1 sister Sarah May Robinson, of Cheyenne, Wyoming. Fern is also survived by 16 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. Fern is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, 1 brother and 1 sister. Visitation for family and friends will be held from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, on Thursday, April 17, 2014 at Demaray Funeral Service – Wendell Chapel. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm, on Friday, April 18, 2014 at Sunset Memorial Park, 2296 Kimberly Rd. in Twin Falls.
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Brian Dale Hinther Brian Dale Hinther, 66, of Dietrich, died Thursday, April 10, 2014, at Visions Hospice Home in Jerome. Brian was born September 24, 1947 in Enid, Oklahoma, to Harold and Carolyn Hinther. He attended Coolidge Elementary School, Longfellow Junior High School, Enid High School, and graduated from Central State College, Edmond, Oklahoma, in 1969 with a Bachelor of Music Education degree. Brian married Therese Schmees in 1967; they had 2 children, Marc, and Deanna; and divorced in 1990. He married Barbara Ashworth in 1991. When he was 17 and still in high school, Brian was “discovered” by local radio station KCRC/KGWA. As a radio DJ, he had a deep clear voice, musical ear, and timing that made him a natural for being able to “blend” the music. He worked in Enid, and Oklahoma City, and eventually started selling radio advertising at KCRC/KGWA, becoming sales manager in 1977. Moving to Henryetta, OK, he was general manager of KHEN radio before venturing into newspaper work, at the Henryetta Free-Lance newspaper in 1979-80, and then moving Colorado Springs, selling advertising for the Colorado Springs Sun from 1980-83 before returning to radio. He worked at KKMG in Pueblo, Colorado, taking “Brian Hunter” as his air name, which he would use for the rest of his career. He moved to Boise and helped put the brand new radio station, K-106, on the air on Jan 1, 1985. The station finished its first ratings “book” #1 in the market by the widest margin ever seen in Boise history. With his amazingly keen ears, he recorded the music library for the radio station, equalizing each song to make it sound as perfect as possible on the radio. He was awarded several Idaho State Broadcaster awards for his commercial production through the years. In 2001, Brian went to work for the Times-News in Twin Falls as a Graphic Artist in the advertising department, a job he loved. Brian was extremely musically talented, having perfect pitch, able to play by ear, playing clarinet, flute, alto saxophone, piano and organ. During college, he played in several rock and country bands, and had a great singing voice, able to harmonize with anyone. Immediately after college, Brian taught junior high band and choir on the Navajo reservation in Ganado, Arizona.
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There, he started an elementary school music program, and helped organize and host the annual Arizona band competition. In 1994, he moved to Dietrich, Idaho, to teach band and choir at the Dietrich school. Many say Brian directed the best pep band the school had had, before or since. During that time, he taught and influenced many, between his music and photography. He took the kids’ school pictures, and also photographed weddings and other events for students and friends. Brian was 10 when he received his first camera, a Kodak Brownie. He loved beautiful scenery, enjoyed taking pictures when he lived in Arizona, and was able to get to the mountains fairly often in Colorado and the Northwest. He enjoyed the wilderness…fishing, backpacking, cross-country skiing, even hiking to the bottom of the Grand Canyon, and taking photographs all along the way. He even learned to do dark-room work, and printed many of his own photos, both black and white, and color. He loved all forms of music, and good sound quality, always trying to get the very best sound from his stereo system. When something interested him, Brian read everything about the subject. He was self-taught in many areas, including doing his own car repairs and wood working, including making many beautiful, finely finished cabinets and cupboards. Brian joined AA in 1984, and as a sponsor, helped many others gain and maintain sobriety. In the last few years, he spent more time taking pictures, and enjoying time with his wife, and dogs, Bogart and Gypsy. For a time, they also had horses, and Brian got to ride Pete, who tried desperately to help Brian with his balance difficulties from his disease. Brian had a fantastic and naughty sense of humor, and a wonderful belly-laugh that will be greatly missed. Fortunately, we are left with many breathtaking photos. Brian is survived by his wife, Barbara; brother, Larry, from Enid, OK; his son, Marc, from Woodbine, MD; his daughter Deanna and husband Rob Fields of Boise; step-son, Danny Ashworth, from Farmington, Utah; and 6 wonderful grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his grandmother, Clara Hobbs; his parents; and daughter-in-law, Jill Hinther. Brian’s brain has been donated to the Harvard Brain Bank for study of Lewy Body Dementia, in hopes of helping to find a cure and prevent other families from having to go through this horrible disease. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 16, 2014 at Demaray Funeral Service – Shoshone Chapel. Burial will follow at the Shoshone Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Shoshone Chapel. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the obituary link at www.demarayfuneralservice.com.
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obit ua r ies Roberta Frances Harding
Roberta Frances Harding, 97, of Jerome, passed away Saturday April 5, 2014, in Jerome. She was born October 22, 1916, in El Dorado Springs, Missouri, the 5th child of Robert Hugh Mullins and Dora Frances Dale Mullins. Her family moved to Jerome in 1917, where she graduated from Jerome High School in 1935. Roberta married Amel Harding on May 30, 1935, in Elko, Nevada. They farmed in the Jerome and Gooding area, renting farm ground until purchasing a farm southwest of Jerome in 1946. Together they farmed the 60 acres, milked cows, raised chickens and sold eggs, all while raising a daughter and four sons. She moved in to town in 1981, after selling the farm, two years after Amel’s passing. Roberta then earned her realtor’s license and spent several years working at Canyonside Realty. She was active in the Appleton Improvement Club, Rebekahs, and enjoyed square dancing. Later in life, she participated in pinochle and bridge at the Jerome Senior Center. She greatly enjoyed attending her children’s and grandchildren’s school and sports activities. Roberta is survived by her sons, Gerry (Sharon) Harding, John (JoAnn) Harding, Rob Harding and Rex (Mayleen) Harding; 12 grandchildren, 21.5 great-grandchildren, eight greatgreat-grandchildren and many extended family members and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Amel, their daughter, Laura, three brothers, one sister, and one great-grandson, Caleb. Roberta’s family would like to thank Creekside Care center and Idaho Home Health and Hospice for their loving care. Funeral services were conducted on Saturday April 12, 2014, at Farnsworth Mortuary, with Pastor Greg Wood officiating. Interment followed at the Jerome Cemetery.
Marianne Edna Fisher
Marianne Edna Fisher, 94, a resident of Wendell, passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2014 at North Canyon Medical Center in Gooding. Marianne was born February 20, 1920, to Lola Mae and Alva Emerick in Hillsboro, Oregon. They moved to Huntington, Oregon in 1928, where she attended elementary school and completed three years of high school. They then moved to Twin Falls, Idaho, where she completed high school in 1938. After high school, she attended and graduated beauty school in Twin Falls. In 1940 she moved to Portland, Oregon and married Earl Oney. They were divorced in 1947. In 1950 she married Willard A. Berry. Willard passed in 1968. In 1971 she married Wendelin F. Fisher, who passed in 1971. Marianne is survived by: her daughter, Penelope (Rick) Cheek and son, Patrick (Jodi) Berry; two grandchildren, Ronald, and Cristianna; one step-grandchild, Brenda; great-grandchildren, Arron, Aleshia, and Andrya LaFleur, Tiffany, Courtney, Timothy, Emery and Naomi Palm, and Alexandria Estes; one step-great-granddaughter, Areena Campos; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands; and two grandchildren, Vicki and Tomas. She was a twenty five year member of the Rockaway Beach Lioness Club, earning many awards. She was a resident of Rockaway Beach, Oregon for 30 plus years before moving to Wendell, Idaho in 2009. At Marianne’s request, no public services are planned. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Wendell Chapel. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.demarayfuneralservice.com. Dine-In or Take-Out
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Watch for loose steers in downtown Gooding; several are in the process of changing their colors and garb! We “herd” one is in the back room of Ace Hardware changing colors this minute and others are in a race to do the same. The latest steers have shown up at Demarays, Cook’s, Stacee Parke Accounting, Gooding Bed & Breakfast, and Jim Brockman’s Rifle, Wells Fargo Bank, Gooding Post Office, Cottage Inn and United Oil. One broke out and made it over to the Twin Falls Livestock Commission Co.! It appears almost 30 head have migrated into Gooding with more on the way. Contact Charmy at (208) 539-0202 for more info.
Stinker Stores Diabetes Research Fundraiser Boise, ID, April 15, 2014 – Stinker Stores is proud to announce the kickoff of their annual fundraising campaign for JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation). From now until April 26th, ALL Stinker Stores locations will be “selling Sneakers” to raise funds for type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. They have set an ambitious goal of exceeding their record year in 2012 and given the results in just two weeks, we are confident they will make it happen. Stores will raise funds by asking individual customers to donate to JDRF, $1 at a time. Stinker Stores has been partnering with JDRF since 2007 when the first “Sneaker Sales” campaign was held and raised just over $20,000. To-date, Stinker Stores has raised a staggering $223,000 for JDRF. Stinker’s record year for the campaign was in 2012 with a contribution of $63,500. “I could not be more thankful for our customers and employees.” said Charley Jones, owner of Stinker Stores. “Halfway through the campaign, we have already raised $60,000 and I look forward to setting a new record in 2014,” Jones continued. “I just love the efforts and support that the Stinker Stations give to JDRF” states Kale Black, mother to type 1 diabetic child, Kamree, and Twin Falls resident. “It is so heart warming to see the look on my daughter’s face when we walk into a Stinker Store and see all the sneakers sold to support the hard work that JDRF does to find a cure” This campaign is part of an annual fundraising effort for JDRF’s Walk to Cure Diabetes in Treasure Valley. This year the Walk is set to take place on Saturday, May 3rd at Ann Morrison Park. JDRF’s overall fundraising goal for this event is an impressive $161,000. Plans to achieve this goal include various fundraising campaigns such as Stinker’s, Corporate Sponsorships and individual fundraising efforts. The Walk is a fun day for families with free food and kids activities, accompanied by a 5K Walk along the beautiful greenbelt. For more information or to register to participate and fundraise for the Walk, visit http://walk.jdrf.org/treasurevalley.
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Helping Hearts & Hands Here are some of the donations we have gratefully received in the last month: Thank you to the Gooding Methodist Church for their holiday second collection! Cynthia Scott, Director of the Wendell Head Start, held a Personal Care Product Party and we received many bags and boxes of shampoo, soap, lotions, etc. to distribute. Thank you, Cindy! Thank you to Hidden Treasures and Signs for letting us use a voucher system to send clients in to pick up items they sorely need. Thank you to the 1st Christian Church Youth Group who come in every month to put together the bags of food for the Food for Kids backpacks that go home every weekend with students. We currently distribute around 70 bags weekly. Thank you, once again, to Ridley’s for their generous donations. Thank you to Candy McHargue for the many hours of help she donated to Helping Hearts & Hands. ––––– Items that we ALWAYS are in need of include: Dish Soap, Laundry Soap, Canned Tuna, Peanut Butter, Dry Cereal, Saltine Crackers and any of the small travel size hotel soaps, shampoos, toothpaste, toothbrushes or conditioner that you may have. Have you ever wondered what in the world you were going to do with all those hotel personal care products we all tend to bring home from a trip??? Bring them in to Helping Hearts & Hands!! We have a basket in our foyer that people are able to take from as needed. Donations of hotel products enables us to better use our resources to purchase nutritious foods to distribute. Also, we are in need of volunteers for our operating hours on Tuesday and Thursday. If you have 3 spare hours on either of those days, and love to help others, please contact Rebecca @ 934-5101, Monday – Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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One of the most frustrating things we encounter here in trying to help families is income verification. We require a self-verification of income to serve those who need, but when referring people to other helping agencies, a more complete income verification is often required or they do not receive any assistance. A person can prove they have a very LOW income, but how do they prove they have NO income?? Last month a young family came in. The father had been severely injured, and was no longer able to work. The mother needed to be available to drive him to Doctor appointments, physical therapy, etc. They also had young children who needed care the husband would not be able to provide if the wife went to work to support the family. We were able to help with SOME rental assistance for last month. and food.
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Youth Shotgun Shooting Skills Clinic
Concerned about the lack of youth involved in the shooting sports, the Jerome Gun Club is doing something about it by sponsoring a shotgun shooting skills clinic for young people (10-17 years) on April 26, at the Jerome Gun Club at 9 a.m. Shells, 50 clay-targets and a lunch will be provided. Shotguns will be provided for youth who don’t have one. Each participant will receive instruction on shooting skills and range safety. Participants must be Hunter Education graduates. Parents are asked to call Kurt Jerke at 404-1995 or Brian Sabala at 4049435 to register their sons or daughters. Individuals with disabilities may request meeting accommodations by contacting the Jerome Regional Office at the Idaho Department of Fish and Game directly at 208-324-4359 or through the Idaho Relay Service at 1-800-377-2529 (TDD).
Beef Breeding Workshop April 26, 2014, 9:00 a.m.
On Saturday, April 26, Gooding County 4-H Member, Cora Isaacs, will be hosting a Beef Breeding workshop at the Gooding County Extension Office (203 Lucy Lane – Gooding). Check in and welcome will be at 9 a.m. Guest Speakers include: U of I Extension Educator, Billy Whitehurst; Art Butler, owner of Spring Cove Ranch; and Katy Starr, AgSource—Territory Sales Representative. Please RSVP by Monday, April 21, 2014. To RSVP, contact Jamie Lancaster at the Gooding County Extension Office (9344417) or jlancaster@uidaho.edu ––––––––
4-H Dog Camp May 10, 2014
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Interested in learning more about your dog project? You and your dog are invited to join us for a hands on learning experience! The following is a tentative schedule: 9:00 - 9:30 Check-in 9:30 - 12:00 Welcome Morning Rotations (50 minutes each) -Fitting and Showing -Obedience -Agility 12:00 - 12:30 Lunch 12:30 - 1:30 Afternoon Rotations (30 minutes each) -Health -Grooming ––––––––
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ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION MAY 1, 2014 at 2 p.m.
Gooding County Relay For Life
Cancer survivors and personal caregivers are very special to us and that’s why we are planning on a reception dinner again this year to be included in the Relay For Life event planned for Friday, June 13th. Last year we had about 75 survivors and caregivers and this year we are hoping to have 100 people come to the Gooding County Fairgrounds that evening for a celebration of their survivorship. Please register now with Cody Varin at 934-5963 or Susan Bolton at 934-8477 to receive a survivor T-shirt and reserve a spot for dinner. The handprints the survivors made last year are being made into quilts that will be auctioned off at this year’s Relay. All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society. Mark May 31st on your calendar for the “Cruisin’ 4 A Cure” Poker Run. All vehicles and motorcycles are welcome. More information to come later. ALL Relay teams may have food or items for sale at the Fairgrounds or at the Poker Run stops (Gooding, Wendell, Hagerman and Bliss). Come and support your local Relay teams. This is an event-wide fundraiser for ALL Gooding County Relay for Life teams. POKER RUN ENROLLMENT FORMS are available and must be completed for each vehicle entered with a $10.00 entry fee. Forms and checks (made out to Gooding Relay for Life) should be mailed to Lorri Robb c/o 1868 S 1800 E, Gooding, ID 83330 by no later than May 28th. If you would like to sign up for a Relay Team go to www/relayforlife.org/goodingid or contact Susan Bolton at sbolton@ landtitleandescrow.com. Corporate sponsors are encouraged to contact Susan to become a part of this community event.
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LINCOLN COUNTY CLERK HERE ARE SOME REASONS WHY!
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MAIN STREET, GOODING On May 1st join the City of Gooding for an Arbor Day Celebration. Mayor Walt Nelson will open the ceremony with an Arbor Day Proclamation. Community Forester, Gerry Bates, will present the Tree City USA Award and follow up with a Tree Inventory for the city. The city will also anounce the Second Grade Poster Winners and a poetry reading will be presented by Cindy Bigler, Library Director. State Representative, Donna Pence, will be on hand to talk
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1. Clean County Audit, the first in over 6 years, this is important because it focuses on loss and prevention eliminating embezzlement and fraud. 2. Utilize Grants & Dedicated funds to implement programs that improve service and help to save money. Using these types of funds eliminates having to use Local tax dollars. 3. Saved Lincoln County approximately $5000.00 in the last two years implementing ICRMP’s Risk Management program to employees. This is not only important because of the savings but because it reduces the risk of lawsuits, that can be costly. 4. As County Budget Officer it is my job to make budget recommendations to the Commissioners, and after adoption of the budget by the Commissioners, it is then my job to see that it is spent the way it was intended, this is where accountability comes in. This is the hardest part of the job, because not everyone likes to follow the rules, but it is what I was elected to do, and I will continue to put Lincoln County first. 5. I take my job seriously, I make hard decisions every day, I never base them on how popular they will make me, but what is right and lawful and in the best interest of Lincoln County. Right now I have a great team who is productive, serviceable and cares about Lincoln County. Together we have done all that is listed above and much more. We work hard and have made a tremendous amount of progress in the last three plus years. To change the dynamics now, would be costly to the people of Lincoln County. Please let me finish what I have started so I may continue making progress for the next four years.
THANK YOU for electing me in 2010 and I appreciate your vote At the Primary Election on May 20th 2014 Paid for by Suzanne McConnell/ Suzanne McConnell Treasurer
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tor for pygmy rabbits: habitat fragmentation. Sagebrush habitat across the western U.S. has decreased in area by as much as 55% since European settlement. Within remaining habitat, pygmy rabbits occur in an even smaller subset of remaining patches. So how does a tiny rabbit with limited dispersal capabilities persist in a vast, but highly fragmented habitat?
This looming question and concerns about possible range contractions sparked renewed interest by agencies and researchers to better understand potential threats and conservation needs of pygmy rabbits. In 2002, due to loss of sagebrush habitat coupled with lack of data on distribution and abundance of populations, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission closed the statewide hunting season for pygmy rabbits, and in 2005 the species was listed as an Idaho Species of Greatest Conservation Need. The pygmy rabbit’s elevated conservation status prompted a wave of surveys across Idaho. Idaho Fish and Game databases held fewer than 300 locality records for pygmy rabbit for all years prior to 2002, whereas 3,900 records were collected from 2002-2007. This new information helped the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service conclude in 2010 that listing the pygmy rabbit under the Endangered Species Act was not currently warranted. Recent research findings figured prominently in this decision, too. Idaho has been “ground zero” for leading-edge work on pygmy rabbits conducted by Dr. Janet Rachlow and Dr. Lisette Waits with the University of Idaho, Dr. Lisa Shipley with Washington State University, and Dr. Jennifer Forbey with Boise State University and their legions of students. Collectively, the work of these researchers, with support from Idaho Fish and Game, Bureau of Land Management, and the U.S. Forest Service, has furthered the understanding of pygmy rabbit ecology and factors critical to conserving the species by leaps and bounds. A key ingredient still needed for pygmy rabbit conservation is an effective means to estimate population abundance and changes in abundance over time. This is no small task given pygmy rabbits are secretive, patchily distributed, and their field sign (fecal pellets, burrows, tracks) can easily be confused with other rabbit, hare, or burrowing species. To address these challenges, Idaho Fish and Game, in partnership with University of Idaho and BLM, developed a fecal DNA identification tool and pilot-tested its utility as a survey technique to estimate the proportion of habitat occupied by pygmy rabbit. The technique provided confident identification of species from fecal pellets and minimized survey effort and expense. Some fine-tuning of survey design may be needed, but the technique appears very promising for the thorny task of assessing pygmy rabbit population distributions and trend. So this spring, when “Peter Cottontail” takes the Easter limelight and animals everywhere are “breeding like rabbits” to pass on their genes, the petite pygmy rabbit will secret away beneath a sagebrush, in the security of its burrow, oblivious to all the holiday fuss. Just as people think of the cottontail rabbit as a symbol of Easter, perhaps we can think of the pygmy rabbit as a symbol for sagebrush conservation and an important part of Idaho’s natural heritage worth protecting for present and future generations.
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Illusionist Ben Seidman:
Ben Seidman, the only entertainer to be named Resident Magician at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino on the Las Vegas Strip, will perform at the College of Southern Idaho Fine Arts Auditorium at 7 p.m. Monday, April 21. Seidman’s audience-interactive shows are a creative mix of sleight-of-hand, standup comedy, pickpocketing, and storytelling. In addition to his work at Mandalay Bay, he has appeared at numerous other luxury casinos in America, the Bahamas, and Macau, China. He also worked for three seasons as a creative consultant for ‘Mindfreak’ on A&E during which he designed illusions performed by Criss Angel. Go to http://www.benseidman.com to see some of his illusions. Seidman’s CSI appearance follows two other Idaho engagements at the University of Idaho in Moscow and the College of Idaho in Caldwell. The performance is sponsored by the CSI Program Board and is free and open to everyone. Those who come to the show are encouraged to bring cans of food or other non-perishables that will be donated to a local food bank.
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The College of Southern Idaho joins the City of Twin Falls and local businesses for the fourth annual Sustainability Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 22 in the CSI Student Union. Organizer Angela Ellis says everyone is welcome at no charge. Local businesses will demonstrate sustainability techniques, local food sources, alternative transportation, and fuel-efficient vehicles. Twin Falls Mayor Don Hall and newly-elected CSI Student Body President Matt Ahrens will be available, the CSI Enviro-Technology mobile lab will be parked nearby, free Earth Day T-shirts will be given to all CSI students, and the Twin Falls Police Department will accept un-needed or outdated prescription drugs for safe disposal. Hilex Poly will give a new Raleigh bicycle to the person who brings in the most plastic bags for recycling. The documentary ‘Earth Days’ will be shown free of charge that evening at 7 p.m. in room 119 of the Fine Arts building.
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NOTICE OF CEMETERY MAINTENANCE BID The College of Southern Idaho has teamed with Sage Truck
The Camas County Cemetery Board is now accepting bids for maintenance on four Camas County cemeteries. Persons wishing to bid need to have their own equipment to do mowing, trimming, and general upkeep in a timely manner as directed by the board. Maintenance will be done from May 2014 through September 2014. Full maintenance will be needed during the months of May, June, and July 2014. General upkeep only will need to be performed during the months of August and September. Bids should reflect reduced maintenance hours in August and September 2014. Bids may be sent to Linda Thomas (board member) at P.O. Box 508 - Fairfield, Idaho 83327, or dropped off at 507 Soldier Road. For more details, call 764-2100. Bids must be received by Thursday, May 1st, at 12 noon. IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY of CAMAS 2010-1 RADC/CADC VENTURE, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, Plaintiff, vs. EDWARD P. TERRAZAS, and GEORGIA J. WESELOH. Defendants.
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BY VIRTUE of a WRIT OF EXECUTION in my hand issued out of the District Court of the Fifth Judicial District, in and for the County of Camas, State of Idaho, against Edward P. Terrazas and Georgia J. Weseloh (“Defendants”), duly attested the 20th day of March, 2014, I have attached the real property described as follows: Township 1 South, Range 16 East of the Boise Meridian, Camas County, Idaho, Section 3: SW1/4SE1/4, SE1/4SW1/4 Section 10: NW1/4, W1/2NE1/4 The Real Property or its address is commonly known as Township 1 South, Range 16 East, Camas County, ID 83327 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on the 28th day of April, 2014, at 10:00 a.m., on the front steps of the Camas County Courthouse located at 501 Soldier Road, Fairfield, Idaho, I will sell all rights, title, and interest of the said Defendants, in the above described real property at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, lawful money of the United States of America, to satisfy said Writ of Execution and all costs. And that the said real estates is subject to redemption within one (1) year after the sale if the real property sold consisted of a tract of land of more than twenty (20) acres, and within six (6) months after the sale if the real property sold consisted of land of twenty (20) acres or less, pursuant to the statute in such case made and provided, except: NO EXCEPTIONS. The Sheriff by Certificate of Sale, will transfer the right, title and interest of the judgment debtors in and to the property at the time the execution or attachment was levied. The Sheriff will give possession but does not guarantee clear title nor continued possessory right to the purchaser. DATED this 20th day of March, 2014. By Connie Johnson, Deputy Sheriff
Driving Schools to begin truck driving classes at the College of Southern Idaho’s Twin Falls campus. The first class will start Wednesday, April 23. The program provides students with the training necessary to earn their Class A commercial driver’s license, including endorsements for double and triple trailers, tankers, and hazardous materials. Classes will run from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each Monday through Friday and will consist of intensive classroom and behind-the-wheel training. Students can opt for a four or five week course depending on how much driving time they sign up for. Specialized training course are also available to fit the individual needs of local trucking companies. Demand for truck drivers with a Class A CDL remains high with entry level jobs starting between $35,000 and $45,000 a year in southern Idaho. A new class will start every Monday. Class groups will vary from two to twelve students, depending on how many are signed up for that week. For more information, call 208-933-2346. Information is also available at www.sageschools.com.
Grad Night 2014
The parents of the Gooding High School Class of 2014 are asking for donations to support this year’s “Grad Night 2014.” Grad Night is an all-night, drug and alcohol-free party for seniors that will take place after graduation on May 22nd, 2014. Donations can be dropped off in the school office or mailed to: GHS — Grad Night, P.O. Box 22, Gooding, lD 83330. Arrangements will be made to pick up non-monetary donations. Please make all checks payable to: Gooding High School Class of 2014 For more information, please send your questions to: goodinggradnight@gmail.com
Project Graduation for the Class of 2014 Camas County’s Project Graduation will be held the evening of May 24th, 2014 after the commencement festivities. They are still in need of donations, and count on the generous support of sponsors to provide a memorable party for the Class of 2014. Donations may be made at US Bank, or mailed to: Project Graduation c/o Camas County High School 610 Soldier Rd. – Fairfield, ID 83327 If you would like to volunteer at the event, please contact Kelli Fox at 208-481-0511.
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Applications Sought for Commission Positions
Gov. C.L. “Butch” Otter is accepting applications to fill two positions on the seven-member Idaho Fish and Game Commission. One would replace Commissioner Bob Barowsky of the Southwest Region, and the other would replace Randy Budge of the Southeast Region. To be appointed, a successful candidate must be a resident of the Southwest or Southeast region, and be well informed and interested in wildlife conservation and restoration. Anyone interested may contact Ann Beebe in the governor’s office at 208-334-2100 or by email at ann.beebe@ gov.idaho.gov. Applications via email must be received by the governor’s office by May 9, or postmarked by May 9 if sent by regular mail. Fish and Game commissioners are appointed by the governor for staggered four year terms - no more than four may be from the same political party. Each commissioner must be confirmed by the Idaho State Senate. Each of the seven Fish and Game commissioners represents a different region of the state. The commission is responsible for administering the fish and game policy of Idaho. Commissioners meet in January, March, May, July and November of each year. In recent years the complexity of wildlife and fisheries management has made special sessions necessary in addition to the quarterly meetings. Major duties and responsibilities of the commission are to supervise the director of the Department of Fish and Game; establish rules and other needed controls on fishing, hunting, trapping and wildlife management in line with the state’s wildlife policy; approve department budgets for submission to the legislature; conduct public hearings and make decisions on managing the state’s wildlife.
Invitation to Bid:
We are accepting bids to farm 290 dryland acres in the Hill City area. One hundred and fifty acres are in old alfalfa/grass mix and the balance is open ground. There is also at least 100 acres of meadow hay available to be cut. The bid will be on a share basis . Closing date is April 25. Call 208 539 4422 for more information.
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►Lincoln County Job Opening: Part-time job opening for Lincoln County Disaster Services Director, approximately 30 hours per month. Please send resume to: Lincoln County Clerk’s Office - 111 West B Street, Ste. C - Shoshone, ID 83352. For more information call: 886-7641 ►High Country Fusion Company is hiring a Full-Time Fusion Technician. Job duties would include manipulating raw materials to specifications while operating machinery safely. Candidates need a good working knowledge of SAE and Metric measurements with the ability to achieve proper dimensions, an ability to read drawings and measure parts for quality production. Wage level is dependent on experience. Please email resumes to: bill.seig@hcfusion.com ►Drivers:Out & Back FT Solo & Team Openings! Great Pay! No Forced Dispatch! CDL-A, 2yrs exp. req. Miller Brothers Express: 866-823-0361 x123, x103 ►City of Fairfield is accepting applications for a Public Works employee. Part time/ Full time position. Must carry or obtain a valid Class A (CDL) Idaho Drivers License . Must be willing to obtain a Water & Wastewater Operations Certification. Send Resume to City of Fairfield, Attn: City Clerk, P.O. Box 336, Fairfield, ID 83327 or drop off resume at 407 Soldier Road, Fairfield. 764-2333 EOE
Puzzle #2
For Rent ►Charming two bedroom stone farmhouse for rent near Dietrich. Large family room and basement. $500/month. Please call 720-7649.
For Sale ►For Sale: Handmade Fire starters for your campfire, or BBQ. $5 for 16 sticks. Call 208-212-5010.
►2001 Toyota Camry LE. Good Condition 197K $2700. Please call 208-490-0729.
Services ►Need Yard Work Done? Call Boyd Stevens at 934-5288. Lawn mowing, weed eating, leaves raked. Weekly rate available. ► Hollenbeck Construction. New construction & remodels. Specializing in finish excellence with great value. Licenced & Bonded. Call 481-0320. ►If you are a senior in Camas Co. and could use a little help, with anything, no charge, call Karen @ 764-2906 or email me at kpalone53@yahoo.com ►GET R’ DONE CLEANING is now serving Fairfield with domestic and commercial cleaning. No job is to big, no job is too small. Sue or Josh - 212-1032 ►I Replace Broken Zippers in jackets, coats, sweatshirts, vests, levi pants, skirts, etc. Hemming done on pants, levis, bresses, sheets, binding on blankets, etc. Patch rips, holes, back-pocket rips, overalls, levis, shirt-tail rips, etc. Replace elastic in most anything. Call Kathy in Hagerman 837-6267. 7 days a week.
Wanted
►Looking for scrap metal. Call Thomas Davis at 764-2484. ►Looking for summer pasture for my cattle. Willing to look at all types of opportunities and properties in any condition. Call Dan at 720-5634. ►Donations of Gentle Used or New Books for the 1st Annual PTO Book Sale at the annual Camas Academic Fair. All Proceeds Will Benefit the School Library. Drop off at the school.
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