The Courier
Pro Rodeo In Camas County
This Friday and Saturday, July 12th & 13th, cowboys and cow girls will be competing at the Camas County Pro Rodeo
The main event begins at 7:30 p.m. each night, with the slack events on Saturday morning at 9 a.m. but there are lots of other fun events to enjoy.
At 10:00 a.m. the folks from Rust Road Garage will host a car show in the ball field. Any and all era’s welcome - classic, new, jacked up or slammed. Send submissions to rustroadgarage@gmail.com or available by phone 361-407-1233.
At 11:30 a.m. come to the C Me Later arena for Mutton Busting, then head back to the ball field to visit vendor, see the cars, and the cornhole tournament at 2:00 p.m. And... don't forget the rodeo concert each night at 9:30 with Buckshot Crazy.
Pro-Rodeo tickets are available at the east gate (towards town) each evening, but get there early to make sure you find a great seat.
Richfield Ranch Rodeo
If pro rodeo isn't your thing, head to Richfield on Saturday (July 13th) for some Ranch Rodeo fun. Grab your cowboy/cowgirl friends and put together a team for the Richfield Ranch Rodeo. Admission is free for spectators but 25 teams will have to pay to play.
Events starting at noon with team branding, muley roping, team doctoring, trailer loading, and open ranch broncs. A food booth and beer garden will be at the arena as well. To sign up, call Vern Elison at 208-539-1205.
Capped Elk Zone Tags On Sale July 10
All capped elk zones, other than the Sawtooth Elk Zone, go on sale TODAY (July 10th) at 10 a.m. MDT. Tags are first-come, first-served and available at GoOutdoorsIdaho.com, at all Idaho Fish and Game license vendors, Fish and Game regional offices, on Fish and Game’s mobile app, or by calling 1 (800) 554-8685.
Half of the Sawtooth Elk Zone tags go on sale at Fish and Game offices and license vendor locations on July 12 at 10 a.m. MDT. The other half of the Sawtooth Elk Zone tags go on sale online at and over the phone at (800) 554-8685 at 1 p.m. MDT and will follow the same sale process and rules listed below.
To see how many tags are available, go to Fish and Game’s resident capped elk zone webpage. Who’s eligible to buy tags?
All Idaho residents with a valid 2024 hunting license who did not apply for a controlled elk hunt can buy a capped elk zone tag immediately when they go on sale. July 10, 2024
Shoshone Welcomes Artists
The Shoshone Arts in the Park, now in its 36th year, will welcome artists from around the Western United States on July 13th and 14th to show off their paintings, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, fiber, glass, woodwork, photography, and folk art. Entertainment and cuisine is also a big part of this event. Come join announcer Tony Argento and enjoy live music with the Idaho Cowboy Band, Buddy Devore & The Faded Cowboys, Johnny and Jen Father Daughter Duo, Strings Attached w/Rosin Duster Fiddlers, Buddy Devore & The Faded Cowboys, and Sweet Potatoes.
Lincoln County Fair Bounties
The Lincoln County Fair will be held July 22 thru July 27, and they are looking for your Bounties... baked goods, canned goods, garden produce, flowers, quilts, knitting and sewing, crafts, paintings, photos, and even lego projects. Enter your Bounties and compete for the Blue Ribbon and earn your Bounty$$$. Contact Mary Ellen at 541-910-5288
Rest for Weary Travelers
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208-944-9488
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Idaho
What's the Deal with Diffuse Knapweed?
by Camas Bug Crew
One of Camas County’s most invasive weeds is diffuse knapweed. This weed loves the dry, hot days on the prairie. When it is premature, it looks like just any other weed. When it matures, it takes on some very noxious characteristics like thorns in the seed head and plants that contain as many as 18.000 seeds in one plant. The first step in combating this plant is being able to identify it.
Diffuse knapweed is a biennial or short-lived, perennial reproducing entirely by seed. Flowers occur singly or in clusters. It blooms from July to September and may be white, pink or lavender. The bracts of the flower heads are tipped with a long, slender spine fringed with smaller spines. Seeds are blackish-brown with vertical brown and gray stripes and about 0.1 inch long. Stems are typically 6 inches to 2 feet tall with deeply divided leaves. Diffuse knapweed prefers well-drained, light textured soils and is intolerant of shade. This plant is common along roadsides and disturbed sites, and in abandoned areas. To date, thirteen biological control agents have been approved for release for the knapweed complex,which included diffuse knapweed.
Knapweed Seed Head Weevils include Larinus minutus, are abundant biological control agents that can utilize spotted, diffused, and squarrose knapweeds. Larinus overwinter as adults which emerge in the spring when they begin to feed on knapweed foliage. Females produce between 28 and 130 eggs which they lay in clusters in open flowers. Eggs hatch into larvae which feed on seeds and receptacle tissue for about a month. Larvae construct cocoons within the seedheads using pappus hairs and pupate. Emerging adults chew a characteristic round hole in the top of the cocoon that is visible when viewed from above.
There are many options if you happen to spot this weed. If it's small, you could just pull it out. If there is a lot of it then you could use chemical control like a type of spray or you could mow it. Another option is biological control, where we bring insects to your property to combat this invader. No matter how bad the area is infected with diffuse knapweed it is always a good idea to contact Terry Lee at (208)-764-3512 (Camas County Weed Superintendent) and get his opinion.
Camas Soil Conservation Meeting
The Camas Soil Conservation District will hold their monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 12th, at the CSCD office (156 W Soldier Road in Fairfield) at 6 p.m. Eric McHan will give an update on Bug Crew activities. Other items on the agenda include updates on NRCS and SWC. For more information, call 208-789-0653 or email camasscd@gmail.com. If you require special accommodations to attend, participate in, or understand the meeting, please contact the Gooding Soil Conservation District at (208) 944-3655 or goodingscd1@gmail.com so advance arrangements can be made.
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401 Camas Avenue West ~ Fairfield, Idaho
Medical & dental care: 208-764-2611
PharMacy: 208-764-3312
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Medical: Mon & Fri 8:30 to 3:30 / Wednesday 8:00 to 2:00
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Pharmacy: Monday thru Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Dr. Levin, MD • Dean Rodemack, PA-C • Bryce Bennion, Pharm.D
Camas 4-H Swine Club News
Our most recent meeting was held June 4, 2024 at the 4-H park. All members were present. The meeting began at 7pm and was adjourned at 7:40pm. We dedicated this meeting to work on our record books. Lastly, we discussed our next meeting. It will be June 18, 2024 at 7pm.
June 18th at the Williamson's house, the meeting started at 7:12. All members were present. The meeting started with two presentations: first a presentation by Noah about three different breeds of swine, and secondly, a presentation by Hannah about African swine fever. Then we worked on some activity booklets about preventing the spread of African swine fever. Lastly we looked at the pigs and everyone left to go home. The meeting was adjourned at 7:40. Snacks were provided by the Williamsons... they were little pig Almond Joys.
June 26th at 7:00 p.m. All members were present. We started unloading and weighing pig. The weights were:
Kenley 175 Porter 161 Porter 215 Kenley 161 Korbin 220 Korbin 230 Hannah 203 Hannah 220 Noah 230 Tatum 262 Tatum 178 Tatum 205
Then we got them in separate stalls. After that was all done, we walked our pigs in the arena, practicing for fair - making sure to keep our pigs in control and keeping eye contact with the judge. We had a brief talk about our gigs and how they're gaining. After that was all done, we loaded the pigs and then the meeting was adjourned at 8:50. Snacks were provided by the Fantenots from the Beef Club. They were little cupcakes decorated to look like pigs, cows and sheep.
4-H Swine Club Secretary, Hannah Williamson
...Capped Elk Zone Tags continued
...Hunters who applied for a controlled elk hunt must wait five days with some exceptions, including those who applied for extra controlled hunts, Super Hunt tags, and depredation hunts.
How to prepare for the sale
Hunters are encouraged to set up their GoOutdoorsIdaho.com account in advance of the sale or verify their existing account to ensure the login process is smooth online or in-person. Hunter education certification is required and must be on file for hunters born after 1974. Archery hunters must also provide their archery certification. If purchasing through the GoOutdoorsIdaho mobile app, make sure the latest version is downloaded from the app store.
Information for the online sale
A virtual waiting room will open prior to the sale and hunters can log in during that period by going to GoOutdoorsIdaho.com. If the hunter logs into the site and does not see the waiting room, he or she needs to log out and come back to the site closer to the sale start time of 10 a.m. MDT. Each person may only log in on one device for the sale. If you’re looking to purchase for multiple people, each person will need to log in on a separate device.
At 10 a.m. MDT, all customers in the virtual waiting room will be randomly assigned a place in line. Customers logging in after 10 a.m. MDT will be placed at the back of the line. Important online sales notes
The virtual waiting room uses cookies to track the user’s place in line. If a user is in incognito mode, have privacy settings that clear cookies, or is using system settings that automatically delete their search history, this could result in losing a place in line after leaving the page. You have 30 minutes to buy your tag after it's selected.
Camping is not allowed at Fish & Game offices
To prevent disruption of public service and ensure fair and orderly sales of capped elk zone tags, Idaho Fish and Game does not allow camping at any regional offices or the Boise headquarters. Chairs will be allowed for people waiting in line, but no sleeping bags or other camping gear will be allowed. Bathrooms at most offices will only be available during regular business hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Senior Center Menus
All menus are subject to change without notice.
Shoshone Richfield
886–2369 (218 N Rail St. W)
487–2722 130 S Main Street
Lunch: $2 (under 12) $6.00 (12-59) $5 over 60 (suggested)
Thursday, July 11 (Rich) Corn Dogs & Tots
Friday, July 12 (Sho) Goulash
Monday, July 15 (Rich) Baked Potato Bar
Tuesday, July 16 (Sho) Meat Pizza & Garlic Bread
Wed, July 17 (Sho) Turkey Sand w/ Soup & Pie
Fairfield 764-2226 (129 Willow Avenue West)
Open Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays for Lunch
Friday, July 12 Grilled Chicken w/ Mash Potato
Tuesday, July 16 Sub Sandwiches
Wednesday, July 17 Chicken Malibu w/ Tots
Gooding
934-5504 (308 Senior Avenue)
Breakfast every First Saturday 7:30-9:30..... $6.00
Thursday, July 11 Haystacks w/ Toppings
Monday, July 15 Tacos
Tuesday, July 16 Pork Chops w/ Mac n'Cheese
Wednesday, July 17 Chicken Marsala & Mash Potato
Hagerman 837-6120 (140 East Lake Street)
Lunch is served every Monday, Wednesday & Friday.
Friday, July 12... Pizza
Monday, July 15... Chicken Salad Bun
Wednesday, July 17... Chicken Fried Steak
Wendell 536-9951 (380 East 1st Street)
Lunch is served every Monday & Friday at Noon.
Friday, July 12... Baked Chicken & Potatoes
Monday, July 15... Cod n'Tots w/ Cole Slaw
This Week’s Sudoku Puzzle Answers
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obituaries
Vallejo Rost
Vallejo Rost was born on September 28, 1947, in Wendell, Idaho. She was the 7th child born to Leona Marie Shipley and Charles Albert Shipley. Her siblings were Eleanor Woods, Noreen High, Dawn Jacobsen, Carole Stanger, Leonard, Betty Lou Watts, Dwight, Neil, and Valerie who died shortly after birth in 1949.
She lived in Glenns Ferry, Hagerman, and Shoshone before settling for good in Gooding. She graduated from Gooding High in 1965. As a high school girl, she worked at the local drive-in called O-So-Good and then at Kendrick Drug.
She met Richard Rost at a rodeo in Fairfield and they were married in 1968. They lived in Gooding after they were married, and she went to work at Tupperware in Jerome while Richard worked at several jobs before his construction company.
They loved to go to the mountains to hunt and fish, search for arrowheads, and go 4-wheeling. They loved spending time with Richard's twin brother Robert, his wife LaRita, and his other brothers and sisters. Vallejo had great love and respect for her mother-in-law Gwen and Richard's Aunt Betty Mink. She would drive them up to Camas Prairie to see the wildflowers.
For many years the extended Shipley family went to Pine to camp and fish. Eleanor would cook the fish on the lid of a great big kettle over the campfire (YUM!). Vallejo loved to sit, stir the fire, and visit with her family. Many of her nieces and nephews have fond memories of spending time with her in Pine.
When Richard became ill with bone cancer his parents helped Vallejo care for him. They helped her so much and both Richard and Vallejo were so thankful.
As the years went by Vallejo and Betty Lou lost their brothers and sisters but they held each other close. Her siblings were gone but far from forgotten.
Vallejo loved Country music (especially Keith Urban), shrimp, lobster and Chinese food, a Kahlua and Cream and a good Margarita; she hated wine! She also loved to go with Betty to Jackpot to play those slots! They would play until the wee hours of the morning, grab some sleep and some breakfast, and hit those slots again.
Vallejo had many nieces and nephews who cared for her. Her niece Pam was so good to her; she would bring her food and check on her. Her niece Teri sent her cards to cheer her up; she loved that!
Vallejo's health began to fail over the past couple of years and the last few months were very hard for her. With her sister Betty Lou holding her hand, she passed away at 4:30 a.m. on June 29th, at St Luke's Hospital in Twin Falls.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, July 6, 2024, at Demaray Funeral Service – Wendell Chapel. Burial followed at the Wendell Cemetery.
Condolences, memories and photos can be shared with the family by following the obituary link at www.demarayfuneralservice.com
death & service notices
Sandra L. Maxwell, 77, of Boise, Idaho and formerly of Gooding, died on July 2nd, 2024, from complications of myelofibrosis. A graveside service was held on Tuesday, July 9th, 2024, at the Elmwood Cemetery in Gooding, Idaho. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service - Gooding Chapel.
John Russell LeMoyne II, a resident of Hagerman, Idaho, passed away June 11, 2024, at the age of 72, at St. Luke’s Medical Center Twin Falls, Idaho. A Celebration of Life will be held August 3, 2024 from 2:00 to 5:00 at “Russell’s Arena” LeMoyne Residence 18495 Hwy 30 Hagerman, Idaho.
Annie Lou Stevens
Annie Lou Stevens, a longtime resident of Gooding, passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at Stonebridge Assisted Living in Hagerman.
obituaries
Annie Lou (Astorquia) Stevens was 90 years young. She was born in Gooding, Idaho to Basque parents Josephine (Ensunsa) and Eusebio Astorquia on October 31, 1933. She lived a long and good life. Born and raised on her parent’s sheep ranch, she grew up loving the western way of life. She carried her love of the outdoors, hard work and all animals, especially horses, throughout her years.
She graduated from Gooding High School with the class of 1951 and had many memorable stories to tell of that period in her life. She foregoes college after graduation finding satisfaction working various jobs. She first worked for the City of Gooding and Idaho Power, but later enjoyed sharpening her secretarial skills at the Idaho State in Pocatello. She was working at the School for the Deaf and Blind in Gooding when there happened to be a local cowboy who captured her heart.
Annie Lou and Ernie Stevens were married on Valentine’s Day in 1959. Followed by the birth of their two children and a life filled with horses, rodeo, chariot racing and hard work. It was well known her kitchen door was always open to anyone stopping by for a visit or buying a horse. No one left without being fed a hearty meal or a piece of delicious peach pie. After the sudden death of her husband on July 2, 2000, she continued to be involved in all things on the farm. In her later years, she worked for Trinity Trucking and the Gooding School District. She liked the little kids and watching their antics.
Annie Lou is preceded in death by her parents - Josephine and Eusebio Astorquia; two sisters - Georgia and Agnes; brother - Frank and her husband - Ernie Stevens.
She is survived by her two children - Connie Jo Stevens and Ben (Carmen) Stevens; grandchildren - Sam (Malerie) Bray, Jacy Leach, Jack (Kayla) Stevens, Kenzie Stevens and Bailey (Tyler) Beadz; great grandchildren; Livee and Lexie Bray, Jesse Stevens, Tacey Stevens, Elsie Stevens, Krew Johnson and Sawyer Beadz; her six remaining sisters - Rita Zabala, Connie Pratt, Lucy Osborne, Joan Teehan, Susan Childs, Patty Raynor and many loving nieces, nephews and friends. A special thank you to Stonebridge Assisted Living staff and Kathy “Sargeant” and to Hospice Visions for their loving care.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. at the Elmwood Cemetery in Gooding. Lunch following at the covered picnic area at the Gooding County Fairgrounds.
Memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Condolences, memories and photos can be shared with the family at www. demarayfuneralservice.com
LaMae Christine Burrell
LaMae Christine “Chrissy” Burrell born July 9, 1964, at St. Benedicts Hospital in Jerome. She passed away on June 15, 2024, at home after a two-year fight with cancer.
Growing up in Wendell she enjoyed many farm activities with her parents including riding on the tractor, helping her father with farm work and riding horses. She became active in 4-H at the age of 12 years old where she showed pigs, sheep, dairy heifers, and beef. Throughout her high school career, she was active in Volleyball, Basketball, FFA and High School Rodeo where she did goat tying. She graduated from Wendell High School in 1982.
After high school she enjoyed playing softball, coaching softball, babysitting, making Halloween costumes, and bowling. In 1987 her first son, Rusty Bridges was born and later in 1992 J2 Lloyd Bridges was born. Her boys were her life, and she was always proud of them. She was a very compassionate mother, best friend, and family to all who knew her.
A strong work ethic was instilled in her from growing up and working on the family farm. She always put 110% into every job she worked. Starting at age 16, she held multiple jobs prior to working at Simerley’s for 14 years, as well as bartending as a side job.
In 2014, she became a business partner with Rick Cantrell, where they bought Trouts Saloon in Buhl, Idaho. After starting the bar, she spent a lot of time traveling to Boise State games, Mexico, and Seatle with Rick. She also enjoyed snowmobiling, traveling, Jeep rides, playing in pool leagues, playing in dart leagues, kayaking, and so much more. When Rick passed away, she received a German Shepherd dog named, Izzy. They went on many adventures together and was her companion for five years.
Chrissy always maintained a presence of fun and enjoyment in her life even when curve balls were thrown at her. She worked her life to be the best at what she started and enjoyed the journey of becoming a business owner to the end. She was always proud of her boys and Trouts Saloon.
She is survived by her parents Alice and Lloyd Burrell; two sons, Rusty (Kelcie) Bridges and J2 Lloyd (Megan) Bridges; two granddaughters, Merle and Jovie Bridges; siblings, Danny Burrell, Clint (Sherry) Burrell, Blake Burrell, Kelly (Heather) Burrell, and Carma (Steve) Scheer; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles.
She is proceeded in death by sister-in-law, Debby Burrell; business partner, Rick Cantrell; and her fur companion, Izzy.
Funeral services will be held on July 13th, 1:00 p.m. at the Wendell LDS Church with a luncheon after. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made toward the memorial service or a charity of your choosing.
The family would like to thank Eva, Lindsy, Connie, and staff at Vision for their loving care! Condolences, memories and photos can be shared with the family by following the obituary link at www.demarayfuneralservice.com
NOTICE OF AUCTION
Lincoln County Commissioners will sell at Auction County property of .280 acres vacant land Lots 6 & 7 Block 10, RPR0100010006A
A, Richfield on July 16, 2024 at 10:00 am at the steps of the Lincoln County Courthouse, 111 West B Street, Shoshone, ID 83352. There is a reserve on the property. Payment by cash or cashier’s check payable to Lincoln County. For more information contact Ann Youts, Lincoln County Treasurer at 208-886-7681.
Dated this 14th day of June, 2024. Cindi Sievers - Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners
CITY OF WENDELL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Wendell City Council will hold a public hearing to accept public comment, written or oral, on a Zoning Amendment application from Thomas Gaskins, Garlandon LLC. Thomas Gaskins is requesting a zoning amendment pursuant to Title 5, Chapter 8 of the Wendell City Code, to amend zoning from residential to commercial. The property is located at 625 South Gooding Street, lots RPW00000346341 and RPW00000346348 in Wendell, Idaho. Said hearing will be held on August 1, 2024, at 6:30 p.m., at the Wendell City Hall, 375 1st Avenue East, Wendell, Idaho. The application and a complete description are on file and available for public review in City Hall during normal business hours. All persons desiring to be heard should appear at this hearing. Written testimony may be sent to the City of Wendell, 375 1st Ave E. Wendell, Idaho, 83355. Written comments must be received by Thursday, August 1, 2024, at 4:45 p.m. Written testimony received after this date will not be entered into the record or read at the Public Hearing. If you require special accommodation, please contact Wendell City Hall 48 hours prior to the date of the hearing at 208-536-5161.
CITY OF WENDELL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Wendell City Council will hold a public hearing to accept public comment, written or oral, on a Zoning Amendment application from Rosa Properties LLC, and JST Construction Inc. Rosa Properties LLC is requesting a zoning amendment pursuant to Title 5, Chapter 8 of the Wendell City Code, to amend zoning from residential to commercial. The property is located on 1st Avenue West, lots 17-24, block 66 in Wendell, Idaho. Said hearing will be held on August 1, 2024, at 6:30 p.m., at the Wendell City Hall, 375 1st Avenue East, Wendell, Idaho.
The application and a complete description are on file and available for public review in City Hall during normal business hours. All persons desiring to be heard should appear at this hearing. Written testimony may be sent to the City of Wendell, 375 1st Ave E. Wendell, Idaho, 83355. Written comments must be received by Thursday, August 1, 2024 @ 4:45 p.m. Written testimony received after this date will not be entered into the record or read at the Public Hearing. If you require special accommodation, please contact Wendell City Hall 48 hours prior to the date of the hearing at 208-536-5161.
published on 7/10, 7/17 & 7/24, 2024
obituaries
Nancy "Jill" Joseph
Nancy "Jill" Joseph, 80, a recent resident of Twin Falls and formerly of Hagerman, passed away on Monday, June 10, 2024 at Heritage Assisted Living in Twin Falls.
Jill was born in El Paso, Texas the daughter of Mary Elizabeth Stigler and Clifford Earle Joseph. She attended Radford School for Girls, Mesita and Zack White Elementary Schools. Upon graduation from El Paso High School, she attended Colorado College in Colorado Springs earning her undergraduate degree in1965. In 1967 she achieved her MSW from the University of Denver, Graduate School of Social Work. She enjoyed her grant work w/ senior citizens in Colorado until she moved to Idaho about the mid-70s. There she worked w/migrant seasonal labor forces.
Loving all things Western, she was an ardent outdoors person having raised her horses - Pepper, her foal Pepita, and her registered AQH Little Wonder’s Bluebonnet in NM, TX and CO. She also shared family time in camping, fishing and hunting there. After her arrival in Idaho, she loved driving her little red truck w/red canoe or inflatable kayak in tow. Fishing gear was loaded for time on Riley Creek, the Malad or Oster Lakes. She loved sharing these ‘Idaho times’ w/ Jouree, her husband, Greg and their children, Todd and Clair as she felt she now had a ‘brother’. Her care for pets continued in her having a Great Pyrenees dog, Tina and her pups, Clara and Boomer. Once in Idaho, she ‘downsized’ for her two Havanese, Andy and Nubbin.
Jill was a devoted daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt and friend. Throughout her life she sought the best for everyone, and put others first. She had an open heart. Her constant giving had a lasting impact on close family and friends as well as many others.
Jill was predeceased by her parents, and her niece, Julia Clair Peterson. She is survived by her sister, Jouree and her husband, Joel Gregory Peterson of Peachtree Corners , GA; their son, Todd and his wife, Susan of Alpharetta, GA, their children, Hannah and Zachary.
We deeply grieve at our losing Jill. We are grateful she no longer suffers and is now free and at peace. A private memorial service is to be held at a future time.
Condolences, memories and photos can be shared at www.demarayfuneralservice.com
SHOSHONE JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 312
NOTICE OF FEE INCREASE
The Shoshone Joint School District No. 312, Lincoln and Jerome Counties, has proposed to increase Adult Breakfast and Adult Lunch Prices by an amount that exceeds one hundred five percent (105%) of the fee charged last year. The proposed increase of 7.9% percent for Adult Breakfast and 5.4% for Adult Lunch prices are above the fees charged the previous year. The following table is an estimate of what these changes may mean to program enrollees.
Fees are being increased due to rising costs of materials and supplies and are effective August 1, 2024. All Citizens are invited to attend a public hearing on the increased fee request. The Hearing will be held on July 16, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. at the Shoshone Schools, 61 East Highway 24, Shoshone, Idaho 83352.
Heather Wallace - Clerk of the Board published on July 3 & 10, 2024
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obituary
Anna Mary Weber Stearns
Anna Mary Weber Stearns, 75, a resident of Gooding, passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2024 at her home in Gooding.
The beautiful, sweet, and talented Anna Weber Stearns was born Anna Mary Schwarz March 19, 1949, to Ruth Burton and Haskell Horn. At the time, she had siblings: Carol, Leonard, June, and Zelma; another sister, Patricia was born four years later.
Her life included a rather constant transition throughout various Wyoming towns when she was younger, and later to Indiana and Arkansas and back to Wyoming. She would ultimately move to Indiana, and return again to Wyoming, where she married Ron Weber. She spent 30 plus years in Arizona, and in 2017, moved to Gooding, Idaho, with her husband, Bob Stearns.
Anna loved many things in life, mostly those that were creative: school, reading, sewing, and music. One of her greatest memories was of a book about a clothing designer. She was hooked: both on the idea of clothing design and being an author! There were other passing fancies: being a ballerina and an airline hostess, both of which require she top five foot. She had visions of playing the piano in Carnegie Hall. Alas, a piano was not an easy option, nor did small hands play in her favor. Later in life she did, however, play for the National Piano Guild, taking first place in her division. The clarinet turned out to be her instrument, which she played from grade school to many years later. She earned AllState Band, played in a city park band, and much later, in the Higley (Arizona) Community Orchestra. Sewing and design did transpire, and she spent a lengthy part of her life using her skills to the benefit of her family and others in the communities in which she resided. Owner of Raggedy Anne Creations, Anna loved creating garments, particularly for students in Riverton; her time with them regaled her with many memories. One of her best was seeing a white gown she created for Miss Wyoming flash on the television screen for the Miss America Pageant.
The writing…well, it came much later in life, when attempting to write a book titled, Get Out of Your Own Way, she listened to a prompting from God that she become a publisher and work with others to fulfill their dreams of writing. After a lot of tears, and prayers, and a bit of negotiating with God to send her clients to save her from marketing, Voices in Print was created. She was blessed with a diverse set of writers: from dystopian to historical fiction to poetry, memoirs, and anthologies. Anna spent over two decades following God’s lead to serve other writers. In the process, she learned to write—often doing a little ghost writing, and co-authoring. With rare exception, her clients earned best seller rank in their category. Most of them were serial authors…for one she racked up fourteen publications and another memorable achievement was 60,000 copies downloaded during a book’s launch.
Her greatest love, however, was her three children: Scot Weber, Shawn Weber, and Samantha Weber. By the grace of God, they were good and loving children and each, unique from the day they were born, forged strong personalities, and committed to live life with zest and a good work ethic. She has been blessed with the three grandchildren given her by Scot (Melissa): Stefan, Alexandra, and Andrea; the two grandchildren from Samantha (Sean Brennan): Hailey and Tyler; and three blondies from Shawn (Tiffany): Emmi, Halli, and Kinli. Becoming a great GAnna to Hailey’s two children (Brooks and Stevie) was an unexpected gift; as well
as new great grandchildren on the way from both Stefan and Alexandra. Education was paramount to Anna. While in Arizona she completed a Bar-Certified Paralegal Degree, a Life and Business Coaching Certification with a special study in the Dynamics of Human Change. She completed a double major in Management and Finance and earned her master’s in organizational management. Her choice to form a publishing company was the perfect pathway for her…the industry changes constantly and she was required to spend probably 20% of her time learning and training.
Was she a perfect person? Some will suggest maybe not; others will tell you they will miss her every day for the rest of their lives. Some have said she is the most fantastic person they have ever met. In the past two decades, Anna had a firm commitment to her relationship with God; her journey was to love, to serve, and to give. Could she multi-task? Not on her life! She was geographically challenged and could get lost on a dime. But…she was always tenacious and found that providing solutions was perhaps her greatest gift.
She is preceded in death by her parents, extended family members, siblings, granddaughter Kyler, great grandson McCade and far too many friends. She leaves behind her children, grandchildren and their extended families, sister Patricia Wesch, brother Leonard Schwarz (Indiana), and beloved spouse, Robert Stearns and his children: Tad Stearns (Nebraska) Shannon Arroyo (Arizona), together with grandchildren she loved as her own: Amber Stearns (Nebraska), Mason Stearns (Utah), and Micheas and Eleanor Arroyo (Arizona).
Memorial services were held on Monday, June 24, 2024 at the Gooding Country Club, and at Davis Funeral Home in Riverton, Wyoming, on Saturday, June 29, 2024 with inurnment following in the family plot at Mountain View Cemetery in Riverton.
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BETWEEN THE WOOD RIVER FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT AND WEST MAGIC FIRE DISTRICT
JULY 17, 2024
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an open public hearing for the Agreement for Consolidation between Wood River Fire Protection District and West Magic Fire District establishing B.C. South Fire Protection District on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, 3:00 pm at Wood River Fire District Station 3, 11053 State Highway 75, Bellevue, Idaho.
The Agreement For Consolidation Establishing BC South Fire District can be found on Wood River Fire & Rescue website: Wood River Fire & Rescue (wrfr.com). Written comments can also be submitted to the meeting to info@wrfr.com and will be made part of the public record. You may contact the District for any further questions at (208) 788-5577.
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► PATCHING Levi, coveralls, etc. Repair broken zippers in anything: jackets, bags, pants, etc. Hemming: pants, dresses, coveralls, etc. Drop Off at 380 East Salmon Street in Hagerman, or Julie’s Ace Hardware in Gooding. 208-837-6267 - Kathy.
► Construction Services. Call 208-450-9411
We also have Firewood for Sale. Many prices, lengths and types. Pick up for discount - delivery available.
► The Bliss School District is seeking a full-time District Clerk/Administrative Assistant who will fulfill the role of Clerk to the Board of Trustees. An accounting background with clerical proficiency in word processors and spreadsheets is preferred. The ideal candidate should possess the ability to work independently, and self-start projects and Successful applicants must pass a background clearance. The salary will be determined based on experience. For a more comprehensive job description, please visit https://bliss234. org/employment-opportunities or contact Michele Elliott, Business Manager of the Bliss School District, at (208) 352-4445 or via email at michele.elliott@bliss234.org.
► Family Health Services is hiring at the Fairfield clinic. Visit their website for a full description of each position: fhsid.Org/careers The nursing staff position is a 24 hours/week position, but there is an option to work up to 40 hours/week, as well.
► Valley Wide Cooperative in Bellevue is looking for some great people to join their team at the Valley Wide Country Store! Full and part-time positions are available. Visit their website career page to view all openings.
► Richfield Highway District #3 is seeking a Full-time Road Maintenance Employee. Employee will perform manual tasks in road maintenance, repair of roads, right of ways, etc. and will be required to operate various pieces of equipment. Assignments and schedules are supervised and outlined by the Richfield Highway District Road Foreman and Commission. This is a year-round job with 30 hours or more weekly. Benefits: Dental Insurance, Health insurance, Vision insurance, Paid time off, and Persi Retirement plan. Qualifications: High school Diploma or equivalent; possession of a valid driver’s license (CDL preferred); must be able to perform heavy lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. The rate of pay is dependent on experience. Request employment application and submit resume to: richfieldhighway@gmail.com You can also contact RHD Clerk at 208-487-2754 to request an application.
► The Shoshone City & Rural Fire Protection District is seeking to fill the position of full-time firefighter. We are seeking a hardworking and dedicated individual to join our team. Applicant needs to be at least 18, have a current drivers license, and must live within the Shoshone Fire District Boundary. Application and full job description is available at Fire Station 1, located at 110 West A Street Shoshone, Idaho 83352. Please contact Chief Casey Kelley at (208)570-3599 or Commissioner Tony Owens at (208)420-7430 with any questions. Applications and resumes may be submitted at Fire Station. Applicant deadline is end of day June 28, 2024.
