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Groundbreaking for Wendell Park

Being outside is important for the health of kids and adults, but it's not always easy when you live in a city. That's why access to a neighborhood park is so important.

On May 26th, the City of Wendell began construction of the Hub City Park on the west side of town just across the street from the cemetery at the end of South Hagerman Street. With the help of a Community

Project Grant from from Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health, the City of Wendell will transform just over 7 acres into a great little playground. The park will incorporate natural elements into a traditional playground with splash pad, large boulders, an embankment slide, and easy to access pathways to view indigenous plants and wildflowers throughout the park.

The goal of the Hub City Park is to encourage natural play by providing a place for kids to dig dirt, stack logs, hang from ropes, and use their imagination to connect with the natural world. Of course, there will be plenty of places for adults to sit and enjoy a bit of quiet, or to have a family picnic.

Meanwhile, in the downtown area across Idaho Street from El Tapatio, a new Flag Plaza will be taking shape in the vacant lot next to the school district's storage building. In collaboration with the Wendell School District, the area is being transformed into a community space with cement pavers, vegetation, trees, and benches.

Photo: Mayor Rebecca Vipperman thanking community members for helping make Wendell's newest park a reality and a treasure for generations to come.

A FRIENDLY REMINDER:

The Second half of Property Tax is due and payable on or before Tuesday, June 20, 2023. If you have any questions, please contact your local county Treasurer/Tax Collector.

June 14, 2023

Annual Elks Fishing Derby

This Saturday, the Gooding Elks Lodge #1745 will hold their annual Free Fishing Derby at the Gooding Country Club. Prizes will be awarded for Biggest Fish, Most Fish, and Golden Trout. Bring your favorite bait, best pole, and a little luck!

Sign-in is 8:30 to 9:00 a.m. and fishing will begin from 9:00

Lane Restrictions on Perrine & Glenns Ferry Bridges

Lane restrictions on Perrine Bridge and Glenns Ferry Bridges scheduled for June 20-25. Drivers can expect traffic delays across the bridges while Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) crews conduct routine bridge inspections.

Glenns Ferry Bridges - June 20-23 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Traffic on both east and west bound bridges at mile post 121.6 on I-84 will be reduced to one lane in either direction when crews begin work on the east bound bridge with a 11-ft width lane restriction starting Tuesday, June 20 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Westbound right lane closure will begin when eastbound work is completed.

Perrine Bridge - June 24-25 from 5 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Traffic will be reduced to one lane in either direction while crews move from the south end of the bridge to the north end with a 11-ft wide lane restriction:

“These special bridge inspections only take a couple of days to accomplish, while routine inspections take a week or more and both are important to ensure the safety and longevity of our state bridges,” said ITD Bridge Inspector Amy Bower. Dial 5-1-1 or visit 511.idaho.gov for more information.

Notices of Upcoming Events & Meetings

The CIRCUS is Coming!

The El Korah Shrine Circus will be at the Gooding Fairgrounds on June 22nd with shows at 4 and 7. Tickets are available at: jordancircus.com

Neher Park Grand Opening

This Saturday, June 17th, at 10 a.m. there will be a grand opening celebration for the Neher Memorial Park east of Shoshone (N 200 E Highway 26). The Neher family will be special guests.

Fairfield Museum Open for the Summer

The Fairfield Depot Museum has announced it 2023 schedule. Hours will be 11 am to 3 pm, Mondays & Tuesdays.

June 19th & 20th

July 17th & 18th