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$10,000 Union Pacific Grant to GREAT
Board memebers of Gooding Restoration for Entertainment, Arts and Theatre were recently invited to Pocatello to recieve a $10,000 award to help fund a new roof for the Schubert Theatre. “The generosity of Union Pacific will make a substantial difference in reaching the goal of getting the Shubert’s roof in place before winter so restoration can begin on the inside,” said Charmy LeaVell. “Restoring the theatre can provide a more supportive environment for our youth and can be a springboard for a safer community enhancing the quality of our lives as well as bridging the gap between understanding, differences, culture and learning. Supporting the restoration of the theatre will provide Gooding and surrounding communities with the means to mentor our youth, serve our seniors and create a spirit of community.” Board President Charmy LeaVell, VP Terry Behunin, Secretary Shanna Koyle, Treasurer Jessica Juarez, Director Jeff Brekke, Director Lucy Chibanti, and Director Ruth Simerly, met with Nathan Anderson (Union
Pacific Director of Public Affairs), Ed Nicholson (UP Manager of Recruitment), and Carl Gibson (Union Pacific Operations) at a lunch presentation along with other award recipients - the Malad Welsh Foundation, United Way of Southeastern Idaho, Montpelier Oregon Trail Center, and Aid for Friends, Inc. “These organizations provide meaningful services that positively impact lives,” says Scott Moore, Union Pacific senior vice-president of Corporate Relations and Union Pacific Foundation president. “An integral part of Union Pacific’s success is the work we do to enhance quality of life in the communities where our employees live and work.” Union Pacific assists nonprofits in Arkansas,
Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming. For more than 55 years, the Union Pacific Foundation has upheld the tradition of helping nonprofits build their capacity by supporting new or existing community, cultural and health and human services initiatives. More information about Union Pacific’s Foundation can be found by visiting www.up.com. GREAT, Inc. invites the community to volunteer their time and/or services for community fundraisers and become part of this worthy and historic project.
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Hazard Mitigation Meeting
A public meeting for the Lincoln County Hazard Mitigation Plan 2016 Update will be held this Thursday, July 21, at 6:00 p.m. Lincoln County Disaster Services and the Hazards & Climate Impacts Research Center (HazCIRC) will facilitate discussions on the update process, assessing the hazards and risks to the county, and proposed actions to mitigate future lives and dollars lost. The public is highly encouraged to attend and participate in these discussions and provide feedback. The public is also encouraged to complete a survey related to hazards located at https:// www.surveymonkey.com/ r/LincolnCountyHMS The meeting will be held at the Lincoln County Community Center.
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Notices of Upcoming Events & Meetings Attention All Preschooler Parents:
Story time at the Camas Public Library is every Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. There will also be crafts at the end. Please come and join us for a good story and crafts.
Shoshone Bible Study:
Calvary Chapel, Shoshone Outreach, is holding a Wednesday Night Bible Study & Fellowship at the Golden Years Senior Center (218 N Rail W. in Shoshone) at 7:00 p.m. every Wednesday. Contact Jeff at 539-5448 for more information. COMING IN AUGUST... VBS!
Summer Rodeos
Jerome County - August 9, 10 & 11 Gooding County - August 18, 19 & 20
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Lincoln County Fair & Rodeo
The 2016 Lincoln County Fair & Rodeo will kick off this Saturday, July 23rd, with the Junior Rodeo at 2:00 p.m. On Tuesday, July 26th, be sure to return to the rodeo arena for Horse Pull competition starting at 6:00 p.m. On Wednesday morning at 9:00, Goat & Sheep will start off the 4-H/FFA shows followed by the Dairy show at 2 p.m. At 7:00 p.m. the rodeo arena will host this year’s Ranch Rodeo. Thursday morning is the Swine show at 9:00 and the Small Animal show at 1:00. At 4:30 you can start signing up for the Parade which will begin at 6 p.m. Following the parade at 8 p.m. is the first night of IMPRA Rodeo. The Beef show will be held Friday morning at 9:00, with the large animal Round Robin at 1 p.m. The second night of IMPRA Rodeo will begin at 8:00. The Market Animal Sale will be held Saturday morning (July 30th) at 11:00 a.m. Buyers can check in at 10:30 and enjoy the Bottle Baby Brigade at the show arena. The 2016 4-H Awards & Recognition Ceremoney will take place from 4 to 5 p.m. in the Show arena. Emediately following the awards ceremony, the United Truck and Tractor Pull will roar to life in the rodeo arena. On Sunday, after all the exibits are cleaned up, stick around for the Antique Tractor Pull at 4:00 p.m.
Northwest FCS Market Snapshot
SPOKANE, Wash. (July 7, 2016) – Waning returns for grain, feed and livestock are in contrast to stable or improved returns for row crops, tree fruit, forest products and nursery/greenhouse businesses.
Beef – Cattle markets are soft, pressured by increased supply and competition from poultry and pork. The cow herd grew in 2015 and is expected to continue growing at a slower pace in 2016. Total cattle on feed in June grew 2.2 percent from the prior year. Higher beef supplies haven’t translated to lower retail beef prices. Comparatively lower pork and poultry prices represent solid competition for consumers’ dollars and are expected to create headwinds for cow/calf producers through year end. Dairy – Dairy markets are uncertain, but recently improved. continued on page 8.....
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Another VBS & Tent Revival
Starting this coming Sunday evening, the First Southern Baptist Church in Gooding will be hosting a Vacation Bible School and a Tent Revival. The Tent Revival will be held each evening (Sunday thru Thursday) starting on Sunday, July 24th at 7:00 p.m. A message will be presented by Steve Cody of Steve Cody Ministries. Great country gospel music will be provided by Jeff Gore. Everyone is welcome come and be inspired by God’s Word. Registration and snacks for VBS will begin Monday, July 25th, at 9:30 a.m. This will be a great time of fun, games, and learning about God’s Word. Free morning snacks and lunch will be provided for those children who attend. Gooding’s First Southern Baptist Church is located at 2245 California Street (from the junction of Highway 46 and 26, go west and take the first right). For more information, call Pastor Larry Keiley at 208735-1334 or 760-218-0998
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The Camas Library Foundation will be holding its annual membership drive and raffle during the fair on Saturday August 6th. There will be many great items for the raffle. They include: a rocker and end table donated by T & L Cedar Lawn Furniture which is the “big ticket” item, a chocolate basket, an overnight stay at the Riverside in Boise, a Soldier Mountain day pass, library book bags filled with books, a variety of children’s farm toys, caps, key chains, and more. A booth next to the library will be open shortly after 11 a.m. on August 6th where memberships can be purchased or renewed and raff le tickets can be bought. Annual memberships and renewals are $50 and will receive 5 free tickets. Lifetime members will also receive 5 free tickets. Raffle tickets will be sold for $5 each or 5 for $20. The raffle will take place as soon as the parade is over; you must be present to win or have someone there in your place to choose a prize if you win. Watch for more information in the upcoming newspapers.
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Joshua Levi Myers-Christopherson
Joshua Levi Myers-Christopherson, 33, a resident of Wendell, passed away Wednesday, July 6, 2016 at his home in Wendell. Josh was born October 31, 1982, in Pendleton, Oregon. At the age of 5, Josh moved to Wendell, Idaho with his parents, Brad and Joanne Christopherson. Soon after moving to Idaho, Josh was joined by a sister, Kayla. These 2 had a strong bond that could never be broken. Josh attended schools in Wendell and graduated in 2000. Josh married Kallee Roholt and together they had 3 children, Madisen, McKenzie and Masen. These children were Josh’s pride and joy. Anywhere Josh went his children were by his side. Josh was truly a wonderful loving father, brother, son and grandson. Josh loved the outdoors. He loved camping, hunting, fishing, 4-wheeling, roasting hot dogs over the camp fire and making s’mores with his children. Josh’s oldest daughter, Madi, was dad’s favorite hunting and fishing buddy. Josh and his children were truly the best of friends. Josh was loved by all that knew him. As his friend Marti said, “Josh didn’t have friends, he had family.” When one would think of Josh it would be that contagious smile he had and the huge amount of love that he had for everyone he was around. Josh was welcomed into heaven by the loving arms of his Grandpa Leroy and Grandma Peggy. His life was celebrated on Saturday, July 16, 2016 at the Wendell Senior Center. Memorial donations may be made at any Farmer’s National Bank branch for the memorial/ college fund that has been set up for Josh’s Children.
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Edna Ruth Spencer
Edna Ruth Spencer, 83, a resident of Jerome, formerly of Gooding, passed away Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at St. Luke’s Magic Valley Medical Center in Twin Falls. Edna Ruth Spencer was born to Otto and Edna Carrico on July 18, 1932 in Wendell, Idaho. She was raised in Gooding on the Carrico family farm and graduated from Gooding High School. She married her high school sweetheart, Glenn L. Spencer, on April 28, 1951 in Gooding, Idaho. Ruth and Glenn Spencer had four children: Gwendolyn Jo, Otto Marcus, Karen Jeannette, and Rosa Lee Spencer. In about 1962 Ray Kelley was welcomed and become part of the Spencer family. Ruth was a homemaker, had a career in the health care industry and after retirement she enjoyed the Gooding Senior Center where she played pool and pinochle with her friends. One of the highlights of her life was spoiling her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She is survived by her sister, Georgia Vasko; brother in law, Velden Lynn Spencer; great aunt, Lillian Fritz. Children: Jimmy and Gwen Threet, Marc and Donna Spencer, Karen and Rod Thomason, Dan and Rose Zortman and daughter in law, Elena Kelley. She also has 12 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Glenn L. Spencer; her father, Otto Carrico; her mother, Edna Bacus; her sister, Mary Oneida and her son, Ray Kelley. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, July 19, 2016, at Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel, with Pastor Mickie Kelly officiating. Burial followed at Elmwood Cemetery. A reception, celebration of life, followed at the War Memorial Hall in Gooding. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting the obituary link at www.demarayfuneralservice.com.
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Carole V. Cutright, 87, a resident of Boise, formerly of Bliss, passed away Sunday, July 17, 2016 at her home in Boise. A graveside service will be held at 10 am, on Friday, July 22, 2016 at the Hagerman Cemetery in Hagerman with Rev. Mike Hollomon officiating.
obituary Walter R. Beerly
Walter R. Beerly, 97 of Gooding stepped into Heaven on Sunday morning, July 10, 2016 at the Gooding DeSano Place. Walt was born on December 16, 1918 in Golden City, Missouri to Conrad & Bertha Beerly, the youngest of 4 children. Walt graduated from High School in 1936 from Golden City High School. He married Lois Estep on May 14, 1938, a marriage of 51 years. Lois passed away on July 9, 1989. He was later married to Esther Shaver on November 4, 1990, lasting 22 years before Esther passed away on May 27, 2013. He was a member of the Gooding First Baptist Church where he was very involve and taught Sunday school for many years until he and Esther moved to Hagerman, where he became a member of the Valley Baptist Church. Walt was a milk hauler in Missouri until the west became a land of opportunity. He moved his family to Gooding in 1943. Two years later he was drafted into the army which took him to Japan and the Philippines during World War II. After serving his time in the military, he joined Jerry Estep, his father-in-law and Tren Myers in the construction business. Eventually he owned his own business and later formed a partnership with his son, Jerry. Walt is survived by a daughter, Judy Blackburn of West Valley City, Utah; and a son, Jerry Beerly (Letty) of Gooding, Idaho. He is also survived by a stepson, Vern Shaver (Norma) of Nampa; and a step-daughter, Karma Van Buren (Mel) of Twin Falls, Idaho. Walt was privileged to be grandfather to 7 grandchildren, Connie Wallin, Brett Blackburn (Melanie), Jeff Blackburn (Paula), Carrie Blackburn, Gary Beerly (Crystal), Rick Beerly (Jodie), & Shane Hall. He had 14 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Lois and his second wife, Esther; his grandson, Brett Hall; and his grandson-in-law, Mike Wallin; his 2 brothers and a sister. Memorial contributions may be made to Valley Baptist Church of Hagerman or the charity of your choice. Funeral services were held on Saturday, July 16, 2016, at Demaray’s Gooding Chapel. Burial was at Elmwood Cemetery.
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Gooding County Historical Society
“Who Turns 100 This Year”
The Gooding County Historical Society’s monthly Speaker Night is TONIGHT, Wednesday, July 20th, at the Gooding County Museum (273 Euskadi Lane in Gooding). Liz Haugee, a Community Education Representative for Idaho Power Company, will speak about Idaho Power’s Centennial. The lecture begins at 7:00 p.m. There is no charge to attend the presentation; and refreshments will be served following the lecture. For more information about the Wednesday Speaker Night, please contact the Gooding County Historical Society at (208) 934-5318, Joani Pauls at (208) 934-5366, Kris Quigley at (208) 490-7466, or email at goodingcountymuseum@yahoo. com
obituary Susan Lynn Legarreta
Susan Lynn Legarreta (Wildman), 69, of Gooding, ID passed away July 8, 2016. Susan was born on October 1, 1946, in Colorado to William Wildman and Dora Mae Priest Wildman. Susan was the third of five children and is survived by her brother, Robert Wildman (Julie Ann Wildman), and her sisters, Deborah Wiscombe (Kenneth Wiscombe), and Carolyn Biondi. Her family moved to Twin Falls, Idaho, in 1947 where she lived until 1968 when she married her husband and soulmate of 48 years, Cruz Legarreta, and moved to Gooding, Idaho. Susan lived in the same Gooding home until her passing. She was blessed with 5 children: Michael Legarreta, Tracy Legarreta, Cruzanna Legarreta, Chandler Legarreta (Andrea Legarreta), and Julie Legarreta Lee (Joshua Lee). Susan also had 9 grandchildren: Alyssa, Cassandra, Nikolas, Bradley, Jade, Alexis, Atheana, Lauren, and Avery and 2 great grandchildren: Amaia and Ashton. Susan was preceded in death by her mother and father, her sister (Sandra Wildman) as well as her son, Michael Legarreta. Susan’s wishes were to have a private family celebration of her life with lots of fantastic food, storytelling, and laughter. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service.
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My boss is building a garage with a bonus room upstairs, just off Highway 55 near Cascade, Idaho. The bonus room would be a place where family could sleep over during family events or camping. I have been helping from the beginning of the project, as much as my job would free me up. In the beginning I hauled rock and gravel to build a base for the building. Later I helped with some of the building’s framing. On my resume is said, “drive truck.” It didn’t say anything about framing of wood. I spent 23 years working in a lumber yard delivering material and didn’t get involved in the construction part of it. I figured I could sharpen pencils, distribute water, and pack boards. They agreed that maybe I could be used in those areas of help. After a day of carrying screws, nails, etc. in my jean pockets, I came to work with a set of bags. The bags are designed in such a way that you can carry all that stuff and get to each needed item. Everyone thought I was holding out on them. I reassured them that I still knew nothing about framing. The only reason I had a set of bags and a hammer was because they were in the trunk of a car I bought to use as a demolition car. The car had been impounded and released to the tow company for charges. The bags hung on a nail in my garage for years without use. Maybe now I could learn to use them. Some old dogs still don’t learn new tricks. Cascade is a long ways from home to drive everyday, so I stayed up there often. Besides, who doesn’t like to stay in the mountains? In the early stages of construction I slept in a little shed that wasn’t insulated. That wasn’t too bad but the mice drove me crazy! We insulated the shed and that was a major improvement. But, I still slept on the floor. Then I obtained a cot and sleeping got better (it was too hard to haul a tent around in my car to be ready to go up at a moment’s notice). I even tried sleeping in the metal car trailer we were using as a tool shed. I know from experience that sleeping in metal trailers isn’t going to allow you to stay warm. They draw too much condensation and hold the cold air. As you might have guessed, sleeping in the metal trailer I almost froze myself to popsicle status. The loft was done on the garage and the roof was on. To me it seemed like time to try the sleep thing in the loft. Oh, but wait. The boss has brought a metal framed hammock up there! How perfect for me to sleep on. I toted the hammock upstairs to the loft and laid my sleeping bag on it. With my knee swollen, it was a good time to drop the ol’ tool bag for some rest. I got into my sleeping bag and so close to sleeping I thought I was asleep. I rolled inside my bag. That rolling motion caused the hammock to swing and I was thrown two feet out to the floor. Rude awakening! No hammock was going to get the best of me. So I was back in there again. Just as I fell asleep a deer or a cat knocked things over downstairs. Sometimes the best part of a day is not the sleep. This is my “Cup of sleepy time Tee.” Tee Hurd
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obituary Barbara Kay Ivie
(July 12, 1940 - Feb. 11, 2016)
Barbara Kay Ivie, 75, Priest River, passed away on Feb. 11, 2016, surrounded by her family. She suffered from Alzheimer’s for several years. Kay was born on July 12, 1940, in Emmett, Idaho, to Raymond and Dewie Rogers. The family moved several times and Kay met her husband, Don, while in high school in Bellevue, Idaho. They were married on July 27, 1957. They had four children together and raised them in Fairfield, Idaho. Kay was a housewife and kept busy with the children’s activities. Don’s sawmill work took them to Montana, Arizona, and California, before moving to Priest River in 1990. Everyone was friend to Kay and she was truly the nicest person you’d ever meet. She enjoyed Diet Coke, chocolate, Elvis, and her cat Whiskers. She really enjoyed family camping trips and monthly family dinners. Special moments were their 50th anniversary party in 2007, and sharing that with family and friends. Kay has always loved horses and several years ago was able to ride again at Healing Hooves for her birthday and that was crossed off her bucket list. She was preceded in death by her father, Ray Rogers, and youngest son, David Ivie. She is survived by her husband, Don; two sons, Larry (Terri) Ivie, Priest River, and Bob (Jodie) Ivie, Fairfield, Idaho, as well as her daughter Tami (Dan) Moen, Priest River. She is also survived by her mother, Dewie Rogers, Priest River, and brother, Gary (Bonnie) Rogers of Stockton, Calif. She also has 10 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, and one great great granddaughter. Kay was very proud of having six generations which happened in July of 2015.
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Idaho Rodeo Hall Of Fame at The Jerome Historical Society
The Jerome County Historical Society has generously offered a room in one of their buildings at the I-Farm to house the IRHF memorabilia for display. Work will begin on the display soon. Special tours are available by calling 324-5641. The I-Farm is located N.E. of I-84 and Hwy 93 junction just off the Interstate at the Twin Falls exit. 2016 Inductions were held this year in Twin Falls at the Red Lion Canyon Springs with a sell out in attendance where photos of this years’ inductees were displayed in frames donated by Chobani. Inducted was Earl Bascom and Weldon Bascom, home based in Menan, ID; Edmund E. “Tex” Bouscal, CA; Guy W. Cash, Grangeville, ID and David Stoecklein Sun Valley, ID posthumously; Living - Deanne Bell, Murtaugh, ID; Earl E. (Tim) Bouscal, OR; LeRoy Hess, Buhl, ID; Kelly Wardell Bellevue, ID and Wardell Larson, Selah, WA. Nominations are being taken now for 2017 Inductees and inductee event to be held in June again of next year in Twin Falls. As part of the 2016 fundraising and induction event, donations for Beef raffle tickets were made available for a $5.00 donation for 2 chances to win ½ beef donated by LeaVell Cattle, and cut and wrapped sponsored by Scarrow Meat of Jerome. Tickets are still available at the Stampede Burger in Gooding with the drawing to be held Saturday, August 20 at the Gooding County Fairgrounds. Need not be present to win and winner is responsible for pick up. Information on a fundraising opportunity by your organization or troop is available and 2017 Inductee nominations can be made by calling 539-0202.
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After increasing more than $2 per cwt between May and June, Class III milk prices created profit opportunities for Northwest dairy producers. Higher prices are attributed to improving domestic demand and production challenges associated with high temperatures in the Midwest and Southwest. Globally, low milk prices are slowing milk production in the European Union, New Zealand and Australia.
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Apples – The outlook for the Northwest apple industry is positive. A short 2015 apple crop and steady sales support generally profitable prices. Positive momentum and strong old crop sales will bolster a smaller than expected 2016 Northwest crop. Current crop size estimates range between 125 million and 135 million boxes. Lower yields Hay – A wide price spread between dairy-quality hay and negatively impact some growers, it’s positive for the overlower-quality feeder hay increased grower focus on quality all industry given labor and packing limits. Beyond the versus quantity. Weather permitting, production of higher Northwest, the U.S. apple crop is forecast larger than the quality hay should offset losses and bolster growers’ profit prior year and expected to pressure prices lower. margins. Export shipments reveal a relatively strong start Cherries – The outlook for the Northwest’s 2016 sweet to the year, with increased shipments to the United Arab cherry season is mixed. A warm spring resulted in one of Emirates, Taiwan, Saudi Arabia and China. the earliest harvests on record, but adverse weather durWheat – Northwest wheat crop conditions are average ing bloom and rain during harvest negatively impacted to well above average, supported by timely rains in most crop potential. Forecast cherry production dropped from regions. However, the outlook for wheat prices remains 18.3 million to 17 million boxes. Although a smaller crop bearish, overshadowed by forecasts for rising U.S. and supports cherry prices, peak harvest volumes will likely global ending stocks. Questions around quality loom do- pressure prices lower. Overall, industry profitability will mestically and internationally. Although record U.S. hard vary, favoring growers with good crop volumes and high red winter wheat yields are forecast, millers note challenges packouts. associated with low protein levels. Protein premiums are Pears – Pear growers enjoyed a solid 2015-16 marketing expected to widen. season, supported by a short crop and higher prices. HowPotatoes – The 2015-16 potato marketing season is closing ever, grower returns vary, with many facing quality and with storage-related quality challenges. Lower late-season storability issues that reduced yields and packouts. Prospackouts reduced growers’ returns. However, reduced sup- pects for the 2016 pear crop are positive, supported by old plies and demand for fresh and processing potatoes set the crop movement and growers’ optimistic outlook for fruit stage for strong early-harvest potato prices. Despite lower quality and size. Overall, crop size is up from last year, but 2016 contract prices, processor potatoes remain profitable below trend due to heavy fruit drop after pollination. while fresh, open (uncontracted) potato returns are more Wine-vineyard – The Northwest vineyard and wine indynamic. dustries remain strong, supported by favorable weather Sugar Beets – Northwest sugar beet growers expect softer and strong consumer demand. Following a warm spring sugar prices despite lower global sugar supplies. World- with improved moisture, vineyards report potential for wide, 2016-17 sugar consumption is forecast at a record 174 an early harvest and yields rivaling strong crops in 2014 million metric tons, exceeding production and drawing and 2015. Wineries also note a favorable outlook, with stocks down to their lowest level since 2010-11. The benefit consumer interest in wines priced greater than $10 per to Northwest beet sugar markets, however, is limited by bottle driving sales.
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Forest Products – Although slow to rise, housing starts are forecast higher than 2015, driven by multi-family and new home construction, home improvement and tight supplies of existing homes for sale. Improved housing starts are expected to support lumber and panel prices through year end. Second quarter log supplies outpaced demand in the Columbia River region, with higher inventories attributed to consistent log inflows and lower export demand from
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Japan. Log inventories are tighter in the Puget Sound, Twin Harbors, Southern Oregon and Willamette Valley regions. Northwest timberland remains in high demand with steady price increases. Nursery-greenhouse – The outlook for the nursery and greenhouse industry is positive, supported by steady demand, early bookings for 2017 and higher prices. An annual poll of Northwest FCS’ customers reveals year-over-year sales are up 9.7 percent. Most producers moved product quickly and could sell more inventory if available. Facing supply shortages, some buyers are seeking multi-year commitments. Timely access to labor remains a key industry concern. Fisheries – Halibut harvested in Alaska accounts for the majority of global Pacific halibut production and is estimated to provide up to 80 percent of the supply. The 2016 Alaskan halibut Total Allowable Catch (excluding the Community Development Quota) is 52 percent less than the TAC in 2010. With declining supply, few substitutes and slight increases in demand, halibut prices are expected to remain strong until production increases. ---- Northwest FCS is a financial cooperative providing financing and related services to farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses, commercial fishermen, timber producers, and rural homeowners.
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July 20, 2016
NOTICE OF PUBLIC WATER MEETINGS
The Idaho Department of Water Resources (IDWR) will be conducting public meetings regarding the possible creation of a ground water management area for the Eastern Snake River Plain Aquifer (ESPA), the aquifer stretching across a broad section of southern Idaho, from Ashton to King Hill, which is fed in part by inflow from tributary basins. A ground water management area is defined by Idaho Code Section 42-233b as: “…any ground water basin or designated part thereof which the director of the department of water resources has determined may be approaching the conditions of a critical ground water area.” Idaho Code Section 42-233a defines a critical ground water area as: “… any ground water basin, or designated part thereof, not having sufficient ground water to provide a reasonably safe supply for irrigation of cultivated lands, or other uses in the basin at the then current rates of withdrawal, or rates of withdrawal projected by consideration of valid and outstanding applications and permits, as may be determined and designated, from time to time, by the director of the department of water resources.” The ESPA has declined significantly since the mid 1950s. Two key questions before the Director are: (1) whether the ESPA may be approaching the conditions of a critical ground water area, and (2) if yes, what should be the boundary of the ground water management area? Any interested persons wishing to learn more about this action or desiring to express their opinion are urged to attend. Listed below are the scheduled meeting dates and locations.
Meeting Date & Time
Meeting Location
July 25, 2016 at 8:30 a.m.
Minnie Moore Room, Community Campus Building 1050 Fox Acres Road - Hailey, Idaho 83333
July 25, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.
Butte County High School Auditorium 120 N. Water Street - Arco, Idaho 83213
July 25, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.
West Jefferson School District Auditorium 1256 East 1500 North - Terreton, Idaho 83450
July 26, 2016 at 8:30 a.m.
AmericInn Lodge & Suites 1098 Golden Beauty Drive - Rexburg, Idaho 83440
July 26, 2016 at 2:00 p.m.
Blackfoot Senior Center 20 East Pacific - Blackfoot, Idaho 83221
July 26, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.
Best Western 1415 Bench Road - Pocatello, Idaho 83201
July 27, 2016 at 9:00 a.m.
Marsh Valley Senior Center 21 S. Main Street - Downey, Idaho 83234
July 27, 2016 at 3:00 p.m.
Raft River High School Auditorium 55 1st West - Malta, Idaho 83342
July 27, 2016 at 7:30 p.m.
Best Western/Burley Inn & Convention Center 800 N. Overland Avenue - Burley, Idaho 83318
July 28, 2016 at 9:00 a.m.
Jerome Middle School 520 10th Avenue West - Jerome, Idaho 83338
More information can be found on IDWR’s website: www.idwr.idaho.gov.
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Board of the Camas County Commissioners Meetings A Brief Synopsis of the June 2016 Minutes A complete set of minutes are on file at the Clerk’s Office
June 13, 2016 The meeting was called to order at 9:05 a.m. by Chairman Barb McMurdo. Also present were Commissioner Ken Backstrom, Commissioner Ron Chapman, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, and Clerk Korri Blodgett. The Board reviewed the Agenda. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the Agenda as posted. Seconded by Commissioner Chapman. Unanimous. Treasurer Gayle Bachtell and Sheriff Dave Sanders met with the Board to review and consider a cancellation of taxes on a mobile home at West Magic that belongs to Christopher Umbaugh. They are requesting to cancel the taxes on the real property in the amount of $27.96 as the fees for issuing a warrant of distraint and sheriff’s services far exceed the amount due. Neither the Sheriff nor Treasurer has been able to locate the property owner. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to cancel the taxes at this time. Seconded by Commissioner Chapman. Unanimous. Gayle also discussed wanting to have the rock in front of the courthouse etched with the county logo and address. Gayle will check out some prices and we will proceed from there. Sheriff Dave Sanders met with the Commissioners to review and consider a Law Enforcement Assistance Agreement with Elmore County to provide assistance with the Mtn Home Music Festival in July. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to sign the agreement. Seconded by Commissioner Chapman. Unanimous. The board discussed the Soldier Mtn Ski Areas Tax Exemption request with Assessor Lynn McGuire. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to approve the tax exemption request. Seconded by Commissioner Chapman. Unanimous. The Board reviewed the bills as presented on the claims list. Commissioner Chapman made a motion to pay the bills as presented. Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom. Unanimous. Commissioner Chapman made a motion to pay the claim to Backstrom Lumber. Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo. Commissioner Backstrom requesed himself. Commissioner Backstrom made a motion to pay the claim to Valley Service. Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo. Commissioner Chapman requesed himself from voting. Expenditure Fund Totals: Justice Fund Indigent
$10,821.97 Current Expense $0 Road & Bridge
District Court $1,677.58 Health $500.00 Noxious Weeds $16,509.12 Elections $0 911 Communications $1,420.55 Legion Memorial $0 Range Improvement $0 Court Trust $0 City of Fairfield $1,448.03 Cemetery District $112.40 Camas Mosquito Dist. $130.56
Revaluation $388.80 Landfill $746.08 Jr. College Tuition $200.00 Ambulance $2,634.54 State Fund $16,494.10 Historical Society $0 Snowmobile $0 Waterways Fund $0 School Dist. #121 $15,267.30 West Magic Fire Dist. $47.20 Camas Co. Library $2,181.54 May Payroll $117,684.54
June 20, 2016 The meeting was called to order at 9:10 a.m. by Chairman Barb McMurdo. Also present were Commissioner Ron Chapman, Commissioner Ken Backstrom, Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember, and Clerk Korri Blodgett. The Board reviewed the Intermountain Hospital Contract. For this contract year, Intermountain requests a $50.00 per day increase over their existing contracted rate. This means that the current rate of $900.00 will increase to $950.00 per day. Commissioner Chapman made a motion to approve the agreement. Seconded by Commissioner Backstrom. Unanimous. The Board discussed the Annual Audit MOU that was approved on June 13th. Commissioner Chapman made a motion to rescind the previous approval as the amount was stated incorrectly by the Clerk, and to approve the MOU with an $800.00 increase in fees. Seconded by Commissioner McMurdo. Commissioner Backstrom requesed himself from voting. The Board discussed a request from the Chamber of Commerce to waive the ambulance fees for Rodeo standby. Commission Backstrom made a motion to approve waiving standby fees for the Rodeo. Seconded by Commissioner Chapman. Commissioner McMurdo requesed herself from voting.
June 27, 2016 The meeting was called to order at 9:000 a.m. by Vice Chairman Ken Backstrom. Also present were Commissioner Ron Chapman and Clerk Korri Blodgett. Chairman Barb McMurdo and Prosecuting Attorney Matt Pember had prior commitments and were not present. The Board reviewed and approved the Agenda as posted. Commissioner Chapman made a motion to suspend Indigent Case # 1C-2016-10004, based upon other resources that may be available. Seconded by Commissioner $8,823.50 Backstrom. Unanimous. The Board also signed a Medical $49,965.03 Lien that was provided.
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