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Even though I rarely eat in the morning, breakfast is one of my favorite meals - hashbrowns or biscuits with gravy, eggs (I like my over medium), and bacon, sausage, or ham (I usually forgo the toast - have to watch my figure). Of course, eating at a restaurant is more than just great food. It is also about service, and the owners of the Western Cafe in Gooding do both. Humberto Gutierrez and Samuel Carrasco have moved into the little building at 116 4th Avenue West (where El Toro use to be El Toro has moved to 121 3rd Ave. E.). Humberto (left) has been cooking for twenty years and his partner, Samuel (above), has been doing the same for ten. Ever since the two of them met a few years ago, they have been dreaming of opening their own restaurant. Open from 7 to 3, Monday thru Saturday, they serve breakfast and lunch. And, after interviewing a couple of customers (had to be brief, they were eating), it appears that the Western Cafe is well worth the stop.
Gooding School Board Election There are three open seats on the Gooding School Board for this year’s election to be held in May. To give the citizens of Gooding the opportunity to learn more about the individuals running for the school board, the Gooding Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a Community Forum on April 28th at 7 p.m. at the Gooding High School multi-purpose room. Doug Maughan will be the facilitator. Questions can be submitted before the event to info@goodingchamber.org. Pen and paper will be available the night of the event for questions. All questions must be submitted in writing. No oral questions will be allowed during the event.
Individuals running are as follows: Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 4
Jim Brockman Denis Perron Randy Basterrechea Anthony Perkins Tim Pierson Denise Childs
Zone 1 and 5 are not up for reelection this year.
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4-H NEWS
The 2015 4-H Teen Conference will be held June 10-13. Youth finishing grades 8 –12 are invited to come explore the University of Idaho campus, learn life skills, and meet new friends. Early bird registration ($230 youth, $150 adult) is due by May 18. The 2015 Natural Resources Camp will take place June 22-27 at the Central Idaho 4-H Camp in Ketchum. Open to youth 12-14 years old. Early bird registration is $235 and is due by May 20. The United Dairymen of Idaho are sponsoring several scholarships for 4H members to attend this year’s National Dairy Conference held September 27 - 30, in Madison, Wisconsin. Deadline to apply is May 1st. Youth must be 15 and not over 19 years old as of January 1, 2015, be currently enrolled in at least their third year of the 4-H Dairy or Dairy Foods Project, and not have previously attended the conference. This year’s National 4-H Congress will be held November 27 thru December 1, in Atlanta, Georgia. Application deadline is June 6. continued on page 7.....
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Notices of Upcoming Events & Meetings Camas County Historical Society
The Camas Historical Society will be meeting this Wednesday, April 22nd, at the Iron Mtn Inn. Everyone is welcome to attend. Meeting starts at 7 p.m.
The God Squad Puppet/Drama Team will do two performances of DO SOMETHING on Sunday, April 26 at Next Monday and Tuesday (April 27 & 28) the Snake 3:00 pm & 6:00 pm at the 1st Christian Church (334 4th River Community Players will be hold auditions for their Avenue West in Gooding). summer show. Audition will be at the Wendell High Too many times, when we see the needs around us we School Auditorium from 7 to 9 p.m. If you have any ques- think, ”Somebody needs to do something about that!” Or tions, contact Cindy Campbell at 251-9963. maybe we think, “God, Why don’t You do something about that?” Do we ever stop to realize that maybe He has Abbor Day in Fairfield and the somebody He wants to use... is you and me? This Friday, April 24th, the City of Fairfield will be giv That is the challenge of the 2015 God Squad Spring ing out free trees in celebration of Abbor Day. Come in Show, that all of us, as followers of Christ, will look at and help our world and our community a better place. those needs and DO SOMETHING to make a difference and bring glory to our Lord. Wendell Book Store: The Wendell Library Used Bookstore will be open every Admission is free, but there will be a love-offering takfirst and third Friday beginning May 1 from 11-3. Books en for the God Squad’s 2015 Summer ministry trip. Plan are $4.00 a bag. The Rummage Sale will start Friday June now to join us! For more information, contact Gooding 12, 9-5 and Sat. June 13, 9-4 during Dairy Days. Dona- 1st Christian Church at 208-934-4542. tions of books or rummage sale items are being accepted. They can be left at the library everyday 11-5 and 11-6 on Thursday/ 375 lst Ave. East, Wendell. A Garage Sale, Silent Auction, Fairfield Library Book Sale and a Pie & Bake Sale will be held on The Camas County Public Library is having a book sale all this week and ending on Friday, April 24 during regular library hours. Books will be .25 cents each or $1.00 per at the bag! Come support the library!
The Theatre is Calling YOU!
Raise the Roof May 2, 2015
Fill The Boot in Gooding
Schubert “Hall of Fame” Theatre
(401 Main Street ~ Gooding) On Friday, May 15th, the Gooding Lions Club will be This is a fundraising event to help repair the roof of the holding their annual “Fill The Boot” campaign. Watch build which is leaking something ferocious. Donations for more information as we get closer to the date. will be gladly received starting April 29th to May 1st. For more information, contact Karolyn Gaines at 591Gooding County 0296 or Charmy Leavell at 539-0202. 4-H Enrollment Deadlines Help G.R.E.A.T. (Gooding restoration for EntertainApril 30: Market Swine projects ment, Arts, and Theatre, Inc.) restore this wonderful old May 1: Breeding, Horse, Pet, Goat, & Dairy projects theater building to its former glory. June 1: Market Lamb and Market Goat projects ~~~~~ June 7: Final deadline to add projects to be judged G.R.E.A.T. is 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization. All do during August 2015 nations are tax deductible. The Schubert Theatre is wholly owned by this organization and no private individuals are LINCOLN COUNTY FAIR THEME involved with the ownership.
120 YEARS OF LINCOLN COUNTY TRAILS & TALES JULY 18th -26TH
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April 22, 2015
ANNUAL TROUT DINNER & Baked Goods Sale Hagerman United Methodist Church 4th Street & Salmon Street ~ Hagerman, Idaho
Friday, April 24th ~ 5 to 7:30 p.m. Menu:
Trout Fillets, Baked Potato, Hush Puppy Baked Beans, Salad, Rolls Dessert & Beverages -Take-outs available Adults: $10.00 Children (8-12 yrs.) $ 5.00 Under 5 yrs. Free
EVERYONE WELCOME! For more information, call 837-4780
College of Southern Idaho
NORTH SIDE CENTER 202 14th Avenue East - Gooding, Idaho (208) 934-8678 or northsidecenter@csi.edu
Just in time for warmer weather and sunny skies, the College of Southern Idaho’s Community Education Center and Idaho Guide Service is offering a daytime float trip of the Hagerman section of the Snake River on Saturday, May 9 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The cost to register for the float trip is $39 per person. Box Canyon Nature Excursion: Saturday, May 2 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Earl M Hardy Box Canyon Springs Preserve, part of the Thousand Springs State Park. The fee to participate is $12. Join CSI Biology instructor, Sarah Harris, and Idaho State Parks Ranger, Eric Whittekiend, on an educational exploration of one of Idaho’s most beautiful spots. Art of Dutch Oven Cooking workshop taught by CSI Outdoor Recreation Center Coordinator Christa Gessaman: Friday, May 8 from 6-9 p.m. at the West Park in Gooding. The fee to participate is $25, which includes recipes, tips, and tastings. Story Writer’s Workshop with Bob Sojka: Friday, May 8 from 6-9 p.m. and Saturday, May 9 from 2-5 p.m. at the West Park in Gooding. Fee to participate is $45 plus a $5 supply fee payable to the instructor at the class. Participants may register by calling (208) 934-8678 or (208) 732-6442. Class size is limited so register early. * Special Bonus Presentation: FREE * Homesteading in Camas and Gooding Counties presented by Wes Fields Wes Fields, a long time farmer and rancher in both Gooding and Camas Counties, has gathered stories and pictures from his family’s life histories and journals from as far back as 1906. Add to this, the stories told to him and his own recollections, and the result is a blending of history and tall tales. Tuesday, April 28, 7 p.m. at the North Side Center
Busy B’s Market
at the Billingsley Creek Barn in Hagerman
(17986 Hwy 30 ~ 1/2 mile north of Hagerman) Great gift items available from our many venders Fresh breads, Handmade Hats, Crochet & Knit items Handmade Shoes & Slippers Jams & Jellies, Jewelry, and novelties Breakfast and Lunch served all day Venders needed: call Bill 358-1409
401 Camas Avenue West
764-2611 Medical & Dental Care Sliding Scale fees available =====
APPOINTMENT HOURS:
Monday & Friday 9-2 Laira Thomas FNP Wednesday 9:00 to 3:00 Dr. Levin, MD Thursday 8:00-2:00 Dental Day: Dr. Lancaster & A. Stohler
(Office is open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) Sliding Scale fees available Dine-In or Take-Out
Pizza & Pasta Downtown Fairfield Call in your order
764-2030 OPEN Wed. Thurs. & Sunday 4 to 8 Friday & Saturday 4 to 9
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MICHAEL ROCKS
taco bar fundraiser & raffle
Michael Rock was recently diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumor - Glioblastoma Multiforme. The pressure has already affected his vision and several neurologists The Camas Athletic Booster Club is selling raffle tickets are working to help find the right treatment options. for TWO 3-Day passes to the Mountain Home Music Fes- To help offset medical costs and travel expenses as he tival to be held July 31st thru August 2nd. Tickets are $10 attempts to pursue all possible treatments, a fundraising each and only 500 raffle tickets will be sold. The winner event will be held on May 9th at the Shu fly arena, 5 miles north of Gooding. will be drawn on July 11th at the Camas County Rodeo.
DRUNK is not YES.
YES is YES. Get consent. End sexual violence. Counseling Court Assistance Crisis Intervention Crime Victim Compensation Follow-up Support and Advocacy
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Tickets are being pre-sold for $5 at Strickland Real Estate - 934-4231 United Metal 934-8581 You can also contact Cheyanne 358-1006 Marie - 490-7113 Cynthia - 590-1762
Raffle tickets will be $1 or six for $5
THURSDAY, MAY 7 12:00 am – 11:59 pm
BE A PART OF SOMETHING BIG When you go all in, Idaho wins. Last year, thousands of Idahoans raised over $780,000 for the causes we care about most. And we did it all in 24 hours. This year, we’re doing it again. Let’s see how much more we can do together! Support your favorite nonprofit on May 7th. IDAHO GIVES. WILL YOU? A Program of: www.idahogives.org Organizations in our area: Camas Senior Center G.R.E.A.T. Raise the Roof Helping Hearts & Hands Idaho Rodeo Hall of Fame
Gooding Grad Night 2015
The parents of the Gooding High School Class of 2015 are asking for donations to support this year’s “Grad Night 2015.” Donations can be dropped off in the school office or mailed to: GHS — Grad Night, P.O. Box 21, Gooding, ID 83330. Please make all checks payable to: Gooding High School Class of 2015.
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obituaries
Cyelas Brandon Hanks
Cyelas Brandon Hanks, 42, loving son, brother and friend, passed away quietly at his home in Fairfield, Idaho on Wednesday April 15, 2015. Cyelas was born in Bountiful, Utah on July 13, 1972. Cyelas had the most beautiful smile and he loved to create art in many, many forms. Music and movies was his medicine, friend and confidant, his dogs his companion. He loved unconditionally and was known for helping anyone he could, he “knew no stranger”. He was a patient, kind and tolerant man. Cye loved his family unconditionally. Cyelas is survived by his parents, Steve Wilson and Kathleen BjorkmanWilson; and Scott (Buzz) Hanks. He is also survived by his grandmother, Wanda Hanks; siblings David (Tiffanie) Hanks; Amanda Wilson; Alyssa (Bryan) Obland; Bryan (Amie) Wilson; Jayme (Harley) Cook, nieces/nephews Sebastian and Aleczander; Alaylia, Quinton and Fynley; Amelya and Alexykai; Keiren; Parker, Izabel & Tim; & his beloved dogs, Tenacious and Pyro plus many, many aunts, uncles and cousins. He loved them all, as his family meant everything to him. A Life celebration will be held for him at the Valley Club on Saturday, April 25th at 2 p.m. There will be a viewing Friday, April 24th from 5 to 8 p.m. and on Saturday, April 25th from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Wood River Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations in Cyelas’ name may be made to the Sun Valley Center for the Arts (sunvalleycenter.org).
Robie G. Strout
Robie G. Strout, 98, a resident of Gooding, passed away Friday, April 17, 2015 in Omaha, Nebraska. Visitation for family and friends will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, on Friday, April 24, 2015 at Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm, on Saturday, April 25, 2015 at Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel.
April 22, 2015
Gary Swainston
Gary Swainston, 69, of Twin Falls, passed away Wednesday April 15, 2015, in Twin Falls. He was born July 8, 1945, in Hailey, Idaho, the son of Albert Ross Swainston and Ruth Ellen Sweat Swainston. Gary was raised in Richfield and attended schools there. After High School, he served his country in the United States Army during the Viet Nam War. Following an Honorable Discharge, he returned to Idaho. Gary’s working years were spent in a variety of occupations. He worked at the cheese plant in Richfield, worked construction and also spent 23 years at Blue Lakes Trout Farm. After the trout farm closed, he went to work at the Northside Canal Company, where he spent 10 years and made many friends. Gary loved camping, fishing, sitting in his recliner and sleeping, and especially spoiling his grandkids. He is survived by his sweetheart of 29 years, Carol “Lovey” Swainston, of Twin Falls; their children, Todd (Jandy) Swainston, Tina (Jeff) Gentry, Troy Swainston, Robyn (Jama) Swainston, Tim (Carly) Stadelmeir, Nathan Swainston and Carrie (Tim) Wiltsie; 19 grandchildren; his mother, Ruth Swainston; his brother Ross (Nancy) Swainston; his sister Rhonda (Don) Setser; and many extended family members and friends. He is preceded in death by his father. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 22nd at Farnsworth Mortuary (1343 South Lincoln, Jerome). Visitation will begin one hour prior. Interment with military honors will follow at the Richfield Cemetery. A luncheon for family and friends will be held at the Richfield LDS Church following the graveside service.
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Senior Center Menus All menus are subject to change without notice.
Wendell
536-2730 (105 West Avenue A)
Fairfield
764-2226 (129 Willow Avenue West)
Lunch is served every Monday at Noon. -------------------------Monday, April 20th: Turkey w/the Works... & Fiddlers
Lunch: 2.50 (2-9) $5 (10-59) $4 over 60 (suggested) Breakfast: (8 to 10) 2nd Saturday of the Month Call by 10 a.m. for take out. Also, please let the Center know if you have any special dietary needs such as allergies to food. -------------------------Friday, April 17 Fried Chicken & Mash Potatoes Tuesday, April 21 Goulash Wednesday, April 22 Chicken Alfredo
Gooding
934-5504 (308 Senior Avenue)
Lunch Suggested Donation $3.50 Breakfast: (7:30 to 10) 1st Saturday of the Month Fit & Fall Proof: Every Mon. & Wed. at 11:00 a.m. -----------------Thursday, April 16 Meatloaf & Baked Potatoes Monday, April 20 Taco Bar w/ Beans & Rice Tuesday, April 21 Broccoli Beef Wednesday, April 22 Chicken Strips & Cinn Rolls
Shoshone
Richfield
886–2369 (218 N Rail St. W) 487–2722 130 S Main Street Lunch: $2 (2-9) $5.50 (10-59) $4 over 60 (suggested) Breakfast: 3rd Saturday of the Month (8 to 10) ----------------------Thur, April 16 (Rich) Pastrami Sand & Cherry Pie Friday, April 17 (Sho) Baked Potato Bar Monday, April 20 (Rich) Mac n’Cheese w/ Ham Tuesday, April 21 (Sho) Taco Salad & Strawberry S.C. Wed, April 22 (Sho) Ham Sandwiches & Peach Pie 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 800-795-3272 (voice) or 202-720-6382 (TDD).
401 Camas Avenue West
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2015 Academic Fair
Join us for an enjoyable evening Tuesday, May 5th from 5 to 7 p.m. in the school cafeteria and Ed Marshall Gym to catch a glimpse of what our students have been doing. This is a time to celebrate accomplishments as some of the students and classes from Kindergarten through high school display projects they’ve created and demonstrate skills they’ve acquired. This will include all the interesting inventions created by students of all ages for the Teen Technology Week. The Project Graduation parents will provide a tasty supper for a reasonable fee. ~~~~~
Camas Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten Registration and Screening will be Friday, May 8th from 3:45pm - 5:00pm. If you have a child who will be in kindergarten next fall, please call the school at 764-2472 to set up an appointment. Screening includes vision, hearing, speech, language and learning. Please bring your child’s birth certificate and updated immunization records. These are required prior to enrollment in May. Child must be the age of 5 on or before September 1st, 2015 in order to enroll. ~~~~~
Camas Day BBQ
Camas Day BBQ Lunch will be May 19th at the school. Remember to reserve you lunch by May 15th by calling 764-2472. It is very important that we know how many people will be eating that day! Lunch prices are: Pre-6th grade $1.85, 7th-12th grade $2.10, Adults $3.35. The menu will be hot dogs, chips, cookies and a drink. Hope to see you there!
Project Graduation Class of 2015 Project Graduation is a safe all-night drug and alcohol free event put on and chaperoned by parents and volunteers in honor of our graduates.This years event will be held the evening of May 21st, 2015. If you would like to make a donation, do so at US Bank or mailed to:
Project Graduation Camas County High School 610 Soldier Rd. – Fairfield, ID 8332
Please contact Karen Simon at 764-2345 with questions or for further information. Help us make this a night for them to remember!
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Big Game Rules Available Soon
Wood River Engine Service
April 22, 2015
The 2015 and 2016 Big Game Seasons and Rules bro- 30 + Years Experience All Machine chures arrived from the printer and should be available 8 to 5 M-F ~ 934-4992 Shop Services Competitive Part Prices at license vendors and Fish and Game offices this week. 124 4th Avenue East All Makes & Models ~ Domestic, Foreign, In Frame & Overhaul Kits Commercial They are available now online at fishandgame.idaho.gov. Hunters will notice the brochure contains seasons for deer, elk, pronghorn, black bear, mountain lion, and gray wolves for the next two years. Based on statewide public comments, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission approved the two-year print cycle to provide greater stability in seasons and provide hunters more time to better plan their hunts. Several new youth hunting opportunities are being North Canyon Medical Center, 267 North Canyon Drive, Gooding ID offered including youthPlease join us Saturday, May 16th at the main health fair event and enjoy a variety of health only hunts for deer, elk, information booths. Free breakfast will be served and tours of the operating rooms will be available. pronghorn and black bear. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Two unlimited controlled Blood Work Specials Blood Work Locations hunts for antlered deer in Saturday, May 16th 7-11am Chemistry Profile $35.00 - Broad screenUnits 27 and 73 have been ing tool to evaluate organ function and check North Canyon Medical Center designated as first choice for conditions such as coronary heart disease, 267 North Canyon Drive, Gooding diabetes, liver & kidney disease. only. Hunters may only apMonday, May 18th • Comprehensive Metabolic Panel ply for these hunts as their West End Senior Center • Lipid Panel Main Street, Buhl first choice. • TSH - Thyroid Tuesday, May 19th 7-10am Black bear hunters should • CDC - Complete Blood Count Wendell Senior Center note an error on Page 68. Nothing to eat or drink 12 hours 105 West Avenue A, Wendell prior to this test. The lower left corner inWednesday. May 20th 7-10am cludes an incorrect unit Glenns Ferry VFW Hall HgA1c $15.00 - Determines how well your listed for black bear. Unit 132 East 5th Avenue, Glenns Ferry diabetes is being controlled. 45 should be included with Thursday, May 21st 7-10am Units 43, 44, 48, and 49, Hagerman Valley Senior Center PSA $15.00 - Screens for prostate cancer not Unit 55. 140 East Lake, Hagerman in men. Hunters are encouraged Friday, May 22nd 7-10am to review the seasons and Golden Years Senior Center Testosterone $15.00 - Detects abnormal testosterone levels in men 18 years and older. 218 North Rail Street, Shoshone rules brochure as adjustments to seasons have Registration Options: been made in all regions Registration can be done the morning of your blood work, at any location. or pre—registration of Idaho. Applications is available for your convenience. However, pre—registration fees are non—refundable. The folfor elk, deer, pronghorn, lowing pre—registration options will be available April 15th - May 14th: Online at www.ncm—c.org · In person at NCMC (M—F 8am—5pm) · By phone 934-9692 (M—F 8am—5pm) fall turkey and fall black bear controlled hunts are For more information, please call 934-4433 accepted from May 1 257 North Canyon Drive, Gooding • www.ncm—c.org through June 5.
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Legislative Update from Representative Donna Pence Final Report 2015 Session After a very tumultuous final two weeks we closed down the session. During the election Idaho Democrats pushed the theme that “A strong economy is good for Idaho families” such as, a better educated and healthy populace, generating quality jobs, conserving our natural resources and maintaining our roads and bridges. As we voted, moving towards these goals was always in our minds. We have been pleased with progress in most all these areas. In visiting with District 26 patrons, expanding education and transportation funding were the most pressing issues on their minds. I served on an Educational Task Force sub-committee all spring and summer and the culmination of the total work identified ways to continue implementing the 20 task force recommendations. It took 9 weeks to develop the centerpiece (H 296) Career Ladder teacher pay plan and another week of furious negotiations to tweak it to the satisfaction of all parties. Having all parties involved is truly the way legislation should be executed. This plan takes 5 years to raise the resident level (the 3 year beginning level) to a starting salary of $37,500 and to achieve a top salary of $50,000 at the Professional level. The latter also earns the teacher the right to earn multi-year contracts, access to yearly Leadership awards, and Master Teacher status which carries additional monetary opportunities. Work on other recommendations resulted in legislation or direction to the State Board of Education and the State Department of Education to: ►Establish pilot projects in schools to develop Mastery Learning Curriculum where students learn at their own speed in each specific subject. (H 110) ►Ask the State Department of Ed to review and prune bureaucratic elements of our K-12 system moving towards more freedom to innovate and drive change. (SBE SDE)State Board of Ed and State Department of Ed. ►Update the strategic planning law to focus on small targeted yearly goals towards continuous annual improvement. H122 ►Offer professional development, training and support for local boards/leadership to develop awareness of the continuous improvement practices. SDE ►Revise and refine the 5-Star rating system to reflect an accurate and fair ranking of schools and to provide a yearly student readiness and school improvement score for each school. SDE ►Reevaluating our longitudinal data system after an OPE study found it a costly failure. HCR3 ►Make technology funding available to all districts and change how technology personnel are funded. SDE ►Increase the school year by three days to allow for job-embedded professional development and collaboration scheduled on a weekly basis. SDE ►Insure principals are well trained and current in the Danielson Framework used in teacher evaluation. SDE
In all a steady movement forward in changing how we educate Idaho’s children. Another Ed related action H 246, the Anti Bullying bill, provides teacher training to recognize and prevent bullying, parent and student awareness education, and counseling for the victim and the bullies. Transportation percolated all session and finally action was taken after Ed bills were solidified. No agreements were reached so a conference committee was convened. After hours of work and compromise they determined additional moneys will come from a $25 increased commercial and $21 increase in personal vehicle registration fees, and a 7 cent increase to the fuel tax. These moneys will be subject to a 60-40 split between the State Highway Account and local units of government. The Legislature also created a new strategic initiative program for transportation projects funded from a potential surplus eliminator of the General Fund. Not the consistent funding source I would have liked to see and one essentially competing with the other general fund agencies. I do appreciate the 2 year sunset clause which will cause the legislature to re-evaluate this move. Natural Resources - I have been active on a number of issues including: being a floor sponsor of S 1169 helping establish a Ground Water District in the Wood River Valley, keeping up on recharge efforts through the Interim Natural Resources Committee, regional water issues with the Columbia River Governance working group and Sage Grouse conservation plans. Some other legislation: H189 established tele-medicine guidelines to use high quality internet connections to allow physicians to examine and treat patients in rural clinics. The Uber ride sharing bill set up state wide guideline for insurance and driver background checks, before drivers can be accepted by Uber to provide rides, which cut cities out of their traditional local decision making authority over this type of activity. S1146 provides an approved way for parents to access Cannabiol Oil that provides many children relief from seizures. Some things we did not do: A contested veto of S1066,that eliminated para-mutual historical horse racing, places this industry in a legal morass. H002 finally got an extensive hearing, but no anti-discrimination legislation moved forward for lesbian, bisexual, gay or transgender individuals. Pass HJM 4 that called for the impeachment of judges who ruled unconstitutional, state passed laws or referendums. Allow (H255) suction dredging mining in our wild and scenic rivers. Provide any insurance coverage to those low income people not covered by our “Healthy Idaho” insurance exchange. It has been an honor to serve the citizens of Gooding, Lincoln, Camas and Blaine counties for the last 10 years. I appreciate the thoughts and ideas expressed in letters, e-mails, on the phone, and in person and I do consider each. Please join us for the post session meeting in each of your towns next month to talk in more depth on these and other legislative subjects. Donna Pence
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April 22, 2015
Camas Conservation District’s 2015 Easter Dinner is a good time for many to gather and enjoy family and friends for spiritual and social reason. Usually at one of these gatherings, there is a large number of people. To feed the groups of people, a few large dishes are done to accomodate the volume of folks. When we were kids we would often be invited to friends for Easter. At dinner we would have spaghetti, spanish rice, or even roast beef. We didn’t care what the menu was because we always had an appetite, not in regards to tradition but because we played hard. The weather was usually good and the kids were stuffed outside. Originally lamb was a traditional food for Easter, mainly because of religious and availibility reasons. For the people of Northern Europe countries, ham was the chosen dish. The pigs would be fattened in the forest on accorns and on the farmlands with fruits, graines, grasses, etc. When these people migrated to the United States they brought their traditions with them (ham). To further the idea of ham or pork for Easter was a lot about fresh meats. When animals were butchered in the fall, they were used as fresh meat. From there they were cured to be used as winter meat. The process was slow due to no refrideration. To have fresh meat in the spring, due to dwindling feed supplies, winter meat would be processed and usually ready about Easter. Hams in particular made good Easter eating. Many pioneers of the West (1840 to 1890) had beef for Easter. Beef was sometimes the family oxen that pulled their wagon or because of the abundance of beef, due to the unattended ranches of the Civil War. Many pioneers, on the other hand, had rabbit. Rabbits breed after they are five months old and sometimes have batches of twelve. Rabbits could be found about anywhere since they were adapted to most all vegetation. It gives a new meaning to “Easter Bunny.” More so than any, the American public has gone to a traditional Easter Dinner of ham. To serve a large gathering, ham makes a nice large piece of meat. Turkey has been eaten for Thanksgiving and Christmas making ham a different choice without repetition. Prices of ham also initiated a bigger novement on the ham front. With the ending of WWII not as much ham was being sent out for troops or world relief. The general public was able to utilize ham for home use. Because of ham’s storibility, it has made a longer lasting meat to be used more times a year than Easter (even lard from pigs is a good meat keeper). So, what did you have for Easter? Was ham involved? If so, did you have ham because of tradition, religion, availablity, price, meat volume, or personal taste? The next time you see a three-legged pig, be thankful for ham at the dinner table. This is my “Cup of Tee” and Easter ham. Tee Hurd
“Pots and Plugs“ Tree & Shrub Sale
We have a variety of coniferous and deciduous trees, shrubs and groundcovers available in super plugs. We have potted trees and shrubs as well. Order deadline is April 15th for superplugs and April 30th for potted items. Pick up is May 5th-7th. Call – 764-3223 Click – camasscd@yahoo.com Come – 403 Soldier Road Tues–Thurs from 9 to Noon 2039 Main Street ~ Gooding
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NOTICE OF CEMETERY MAINTENANCE BID
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 2015 through September 2015. Full maintenance will be needed during the months of May, June, and July 2015. 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 2015. Bids may be sent to Linda Thomas (board member) at P.O. Box 508 - Fairfield, Idaho 83327, or dropped off at 129 Willow Avenue West. For more details, call 731-0585 or 764-2226. Bids must be received by Thursday, April 30th, at 12 noon. IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF CAMAS SHARON PEARCE, INDIVIDUALLY AND AS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF HAROLD THACKER, Plaintiffs, v. ESTATE OF CHARLES HICKOCK,a/k/a CHARLES V. HICKOCK, ANY AND ALL HEIRS OF SAID CHARLES v, HICKOCK a/k/a CHARLES HICKOCK, Defendants.
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TO: ESTATE OF CHARLES HICKOCK. a/k/a CHARLES V. HICKOCK, ANY AND ALL HEIRS OF SAID CHARLES V. HICKOCK a/k/a CHARLES HICKOCK You have been sued by Sharon Pearce, individually and as Personal Representative of the Estate of Harold Thacker, the Plaintiff, in the District Court in and for Camas County, Idaho, Case No. CV2015-03. The nature of the claim against you is a quiet title action. Any time after 20 days following the last publication of this summons, the court may enter a judgment against you without further notice, unless prior to that time you have filed a written response in the proper form, including the Case No., and paid any required filing fee to the Clerk of the Court at P.O. Box 430, Fairfield, ID 83327 (208) 764-2238 and served a copy of your response on the Plaintiff’s attorney at Jeff Stoker, Chartered, P.O. Box 1597, Twin Falls, ID 83303-1597, (208) 734-8452. A copy of the Summons and Complaint can be obtained by contacting either the Clerk of the Court or the attorney for Plaintiff. If you wish legal assistance, you should immediately retain an attorney to advise you in this matter. DATED This 8th day of April, 2015. CAMAS COUNTY DISTRICT COURT By Bobbie D. Walton, Deputy Clerk published on 4/15, 4/22, 4/29 & 5/6, 2015
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Retirement Planning Workshop
A free public seminar will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 7 at the Rick Allen Room in CSI’s Herrett Center for Arts and Science. The seminar will feature four southern Idaho retirement and investment experts. The seminar is free and open to everyone. The CSI Foundation asks that you please RSVP to Tamara Harmon at 732-6249 or tharmon@csi.edu so they know how many guests to expect. Legal Notices ~ Legal Notices ~ Legal Notices
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Trustee Meeting Date Change
The Camas County Library Board of Trustee‘s monthly meeting will be held Tuesday, April 28th instead of Monday, April 27th.
NOTICE OF TAX DEED SALE
The Board of Camas County Commissioners will sell the following tax deed properties at auction, at 10:00 a.m. (MDT), Friday, May 15, 2015, at the Camas County Courthouse, 501 Soldier Rd, Fairfield, Idaho. These properties will be sold to the highest bidder with a minimum price to be set by the Board of County Commissioners. Payment will be due within 24 hours of the sale, payable in cash, Money order, cashier’s check, or certified check. PARCEL RP 003100020100 Lot 10 Block 2 Fairway Estates Subdivision Camas County, Idaho DIRECTIONS: 2 Miles North on Soldier Rd. Turn left onto W 200 N 4.7 miles, turn right on N.470 W for 5 miles, at 500 N road turn right and go 1.5 miles to destination. PREVIOUS OWNER: Steven & Lila A. Wagner: MINIMUM BID: $1914.31 PARCEL RP 01S117E350620 N2SE4NW4NW4NE4 SEC 35, T1S R17E Camas County, Idaho 1.250 ACRES DIRECTIONS: From Soldier Road head East on Hwy 20 and go approx. 9.5 miles, turn right onto Macon Flat Rd and go approx. 11 miles which turns into Cottonwood Road, then turn left on Lava Point Rd, go left and follow that road up to E300 S, turn left after 1/4 mile and destination sits behind the facing 5 acres. PREVIOUS OWNER: Dean Steele: MINIMUM BID: $669.54 Property will be sold ”as is”. Camas County makes no representation as to accessibility or usability of the land and/or structures offered for sale. The Board of Camas County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all bids. DATED this 20th day of April, 2015. Barb McMurdo, Chairman ATTEST: Korri Blodgett, Clerk published on April 22, 2015
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