The Idaho Enterprise/Caribou County | May 23, 2024

Grace High School Spring Concert; Buxton awarded Teacher of the Year

Grace signaled the end of its music season with a wonderful display of talent on the part of its students and staff, and saw its music director recognized for her tireless efforts to grow the program.

Grace’s director of music programs Beth Buxton was awarded the Music Teacher of the Year 2024 plaque near the end of last week’s concert by Foster Garrett, director of the Idaho Music Educators Association. Buxton was recognized by the organization for her impressive work bringing the music program back to force strength in Grace, and that strength was on display at the spring concert that saw performances from the school’s range of bands, as well as its various choirs. Wonderfully framed by the Gem Valley Performing Arts Center, the concert featured a great variety of sights and sounds, which charmed the packed seats of the theatre.

The concert was accompanied by Amy McCurdy, whose consistent talent at the piano set the pace of the evening’s high-caliber numbers.

The 6th grade band, composed of

many first time musicians, performed a number of energetic songs, including “When the Saints go Marching,”

“Old MacDonald Had a Band,” “Ode to Joy,” “Animal Band,” “Little Indian Dance,” and “Rock Point 5.”

While the Junior and High School bands were setting up, a group of students under the moniker “the Boomwhacker Ensemble” played “Qwerty” with a set of differently pitched hollow sticks. QWERTY is the name for a standard keyboard layout, and the composition was designed to mimic the sounds of typewriter keys in an clever and rhythmic manner.

Afterward, the Junior and High School bands performed a series of songs from a range of styles, including “At the Crossroads,” “An Irish Legend,” and “Arabian Dances.”

During an intermission, a short video was shown which explained how music acts on the brains of its practitioners, making the case that a pursuit of music can be very effective at engaging students on a deep intellectual and cognitive level.

The Show Choir next performed a

number of selections from the musical “Newsies,” with solos by Kallie Stoddard, Jack Eddins, Kamryn Mansfield, Parker Yost, Lydia Andersen, Jack Mussler, Alex Olsen, and Tayler Yost. The choreography was done by Makala Clark.

The Junior High Choir also featured a number of soloists: for the song “Away from the roll of the Sea” they were Naomi Crofts, Brittany Hobbs, and Abbi Kendall. For the song “Wade in the Water” the soloists were Cashlee Smith, Jenna Wakefield, Oakleigh Walker, Ruby Bassett, and Josie Fox.

After the awarding of the Music Teacher of the Year to Beth Buxton, the Serendipity Concert Choir performed “Way over in Beulah Lan’,” “Lakeside Lullaby,” and “Cindy.”

Treasure Canyon Calcium provided a $1,200 donation to the band program. A number of grants for the program were written by Cassie Rigby, including one that will subsidize summer instrument repairs.

Maili Murdoch helped print concert programs.

Elections held Tuesday; Results

Wednesday

The primary season is finally over, barring any extremely unlikely ties or run-off elections. Due to both the election and the printing schedules, however, the Enterprise will not be able to print the results of Tuesday’s election in the main print section of the paper until official results have been canvassed next Monday. In lieu of that, we will include an insert in this week’s edition with the unofficial results posted by the clerk’s office on Tuesday night or Wednesday morning, which you will find inside today’s paper. Bear in mind that the results are not fully official until the Board of County Commissioners has officially accepted them at their next scheduled meeting, which, again, is next Monday.

Although things have varied historically over the decades, within recent memory Caribou County has been among the most reliably conservative counties in Idaho, joining Gem, Oneida, Franklin, Madison, and Idaho counties in that regard. As in those other counties, the primary election is often the most contested election on the calendar, with little chance of the presidential or national seats going to anyone other than the primary winner from the GOP.

At the state level, however, there are several candidates running in District 35 as Democrats—Joseph Messerly in 35A and Maggie Shaw in 35B for Representative spots, and Chris Riley in 35 for Senate. They will face the winners of primary contests be-

tween Mark Harris and Doug Toomer in the Senate, and Brett Skidmore and Josh Wheeler in 35B. Kevin Andrus in 35A is running unopposed in the primary.

The primary race also includes an energetic race for the sheriff’s office between incumbent Adam Mabey and challenger Eric Bates, as well as a Commissioner’s race between incumbent Mark Mathews and challenger Kim Spencer. The coroner’s position was recently shaken by the removal of Jacob Fullmer, however, that should not ultimately affect the race itself as a new serving coroner won’t be approved by the commissioners until after the primary election has ended.

Iranian president dies in helicopter crash

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, along with a number of other high-ranking government officials, died in a helicopter crash on Sunday, according to official sources. Raisi was an ultraconservative cleric who was seen by many as the natural successor to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei. The Islamic Republic is currently experiencing a period of increased regional tension as the result of the war underway in Gaza and simmering conflicts. Domestic politics are also in a period of discontent, as more progressive forces are straining against the ultraconservative religious state’s policies in a number of areas.

71 injured in major flight turbulence

One person has died and at least 71 others were injured on board a Singapore Airlines plane that encountered severe turbulence on a flight from London to Singapore. The Boeing 777-300ER plane diverted to Bangkok, according to a post on the Singapore Airlines Facebook page. It said 211 passengers and 18 crew were on board. The company said initially in a post that 30 passengers had been hurt in the mid-air disruption and were being treated in hospitals, while other travelers were receiving outpatient care at the airport. The one person who died was a 73-year-old British man, General Manager of Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi International Airport Kittipong Kittikachorn said on Tuesday.

Student walkout in Marsh Valley Eastidahonews.com reported Students from the Marsh Valley Joint School District 21 held a walkout in front of the administration office Monday, chanting, “No students, no teachers.” Somewhere between 40 to 50 students protested peacefully in response to a decision made at this month’s school board meeting to eliminate one of the two positions in the business department. The school district has a rubric based on a number of factors, such as class size and teacher qualifications, to determine what staff members are either removed or transferred to teaching in another subject. Superintendent Gary Tucker explained the decision as based on declining enrollment, and classes which affected the smallest number of students.

Body recovered from Weston Reservoir is missing

Bountiful woman

Last Thursday, the Oneida County Sheriff's Office, along with Oneida County Search and Rescue and Oneida County Ambulance recovered a car from Weston Reservoir. West Bountiful police confirmed that the car contained Kay Prince Vest, who had been reported missing on April 8. No foul play is suspected in the incident. The Oneida County Sheriff's office expressed their sincere condolences to the family of Kay Vest, and thanked the Search and Rescue Divers who were instrumental in the recovery, as well as Albert’s Service. West was reported missing by a neighbor in April, and ISP and local officials had performed ongoing searches for her since she was reported in the Downey area in early April. It is suspected that she left the road at high speeds and momentum carried the vehicle many yards into the water.

Music Teacher of the Year, Beth Buxton, directs the concert choir at last week's spring concert in Grace.

The show choir performed selections from the musical Newsies with choreography by Makala Clark.

Foster Garrett presents Beth Buxton with the Idaho Music Teacher of the Year 2024 award.

Grace High School does some spring cleaning

In observance of an annual tradition, Grace High School made its way out into the community to help clean the streets for spring. Groups of students started from both sides of town—from the turnoff to the dump on one end of town to the highway south on the other— and met at the high school steps afterward for a popsicle from Mayor Barthlome.

In addition to cleaning the roadside areas, one group of students made its way up the hill to repaint the “G”, another painted the curbs in front of the school, and yet another worked its way through downtown, working with the city crew and sweeping the sidewalks as they went.

While no one was entirely sure exactly when the tradition was begun, it was the commonly held belief that it had been initiated by past principal Brady as

a way of instilling in Grace students the importance of giving back to the community. “Every May they pick a date, and come out here to be a part of cleaning up the town. It’s a wonderful thing,” Mayor Barthlome says, cutting the plastic tops off of frozen treats as kids trickle in from a variety of tasks around town, some covered in paint and other shaking the dust from their hair as the wind picks up.

Students collected trash from along the sides of the highway, placing it in bags for the city crew to collect later on in the afternoon. Some surprises were encountered along the way, including car parts, unidentified objects, unfortunate roadkill, and even live mice (which managed to escape).

In addition to the mayor and the city crew, teachers Brandon Jackson, Kevin Manhart, Kirsten Burrell, volunteer Chuy

Majia, and a number of other adults were out and about helping supervise and coordinate students.

“Sometimes they need a reminder about what they’re doing out here,” City Superintendent Riley Crookston said, preparing to explain the sweeping process to a group of students freed to the outdoors on one of the first nice days of the year. “But it’s great that they help out.”

The Grace Chamber of Commerce was also involved in the afternoon, bringing water to students as they made their way through the town from one end to the other. As a community, Grace has a habit of pulling together and supporting each other, and that spirit was on clear display for one of the last days these kids would have together as students of their hometown high school.

Burgoyne Studios Spring Recital

The Burgoyne Studios' spring recital was held May 15. After the articulate and well executed performances on the piano and violin, year-end awards were given. Each student received a Certificate of Outstanding Work, on which the teacher, Kathleen Campbell, listed at least one thing the student excelled in that year. Every student made great progress over the year.

Noteworthy awards were given to the two adult students, Jenny Smith and Diane Olsen, who made remarkable progress on their instruments. Taking up something new as an adult is much harder than as a young person. They were both commended for their dedication, consistent practice, and perseverance on their violins.

Guest performer, Aimee Harris, performed a violin duet with instructor Kathleen Campbell. Robyn Brown accompanied them. They played Savior, Redeemer of My Soul. Also performing was the young student of Aimee Harris, Ginny Brown.

The Dr. Roger D. Burgoyne Memorial Scholarship was created last

year in memory of the instructor's father, who was a gifted musician. Born and raised in Montpelier, Idaho, he had a nice singing voice as a very young child. He later learned to play the trumpet in the school band. He and his wife sang many a duet for various occasions, from their own wedding reception on. He always had the latest recording equipment and established his own recording studio, The Gem Record Corporation. He was very supportive of those studying and displaying

musical talent.

The Dr. Roger D. Burgoyne Memorial Scholarship winner for the 2024-25 year, beginning in September, is Emma Robinson, daughter of Austin and Kathy Robinson.

A new award was created this year in memory of the instructor's mother, Charlotte T. Burgoyne. Charlotte demonstrated excellence in music and art, and really in ev -

erything she did, which included being a school teacher, a wife, and a mother of eight children.

The Memorial Award of Excellence for 2024 was given to Trey Kunz, son of Dr. Matt and Elyssa Kunz.

The application process for both awards was a demanding one, and the decision was difficult, as so many were qualified. However these two students stood out and were selected as the winners for this year.

Burgoyne Studios would like to thank Bob and Marilyn Kukachka and Bayer of Soda Springs for their generous scholarship donations. Kathleen would also like to thank Shalise Hughes, Elyssa Kunz, and Katie Crofts for volunteering their service as board members of Burgoyne Studios. Board member, Shalise Hughes, as an employee of Bayer of Soda Springs, was instrumental in acquiring the Bayer scholarship contribution.

Brennon Sorensen, Lydia Andersen and Bailee Andersen fresh from repainting the "G".

A team headed by Kevin Manhart helps the city crew clean downtown.

Kirsten Burrell and Haylie Smith work with a group collecting trash from the roadside.

Emma Robinson, Scholarship winner.

Trey Kunz, Award of Excellence winner.

Front row: Brinley Kunz, Dax Kunz, Emma Robinson, Gracelynn Zellmer, Brystol Hughes, Rhett Crofts Back row: Ian Crofts, Naomi Crofts, Bridger Dilworth, Trey Kunz, Jenny Smith, Chloe Olsen (representing her mother, Deborah), and Kathleen Campbell

L to r: Elyssa Kunz, Katie Crofts, Shalise Hughes

Chamber of Commerce adopts new logo; hosts workshop

The Soda Springs Chamber of Commerce is continuing it forward progress after restarting activity earlier in the year. Since its initial attempts to reform and become active in February, the Chamber has clarified its bylaws, elected a board, established a tiered membership system, and begun planning for a number of community events.

In addition to all of that activity the Chamber also recently met to decide on the adoption of a new logo. Members present during the meeting discussed a number of potential logos, submitted by board members and others for consideration. Factors such as the logo’s aesthetic appeal, as well as it ability to be reproduced clearly in a variety of media, from clothing to social media, were considered. As a result of the input and member voting on the choices, the logo included with this story was ultimately chosen and will be used on official products and communication of the chamber moving forward. For the purposes of full disclosure, the Enterprise is a member of the Chamber of Commerce, and liked the design of the new logo.

The Chamber also made good on its plan to bring business-oriented workshops to town for the benefit of those interested in information on a variety of topics relevant to small businesses. Sydney Snuir of Strategic Socials was brought in to conduct an hour long workshop at Enders meeting room on the topic of maximizing social media platforms. Snuir runs a number of successful ventures online, and uses her experience to help others get the most out of what is possible in the

world of social media marketing.

“If you aren’t using social media for promoting your business, you’re already behind,” Snuir said. According to the 23 year old entrepreneur, Social Media can be used as an essentially free mechanism for directly reaching a target audience. While it is possible to pay for advanced analytics and promotion through social media platforms, a lot can be accomplished with sweat equity and a commitment to updating and maintaining a social media presence.

She has found that while social media marketing is less effective for large companies with other avenues for product promotion and consumer interaction, social media is a perfectly situated tool for small and growing companies to establish a brand identity, foster a loyal audience, and communicate directly with customers in a responsive way.

Over the course of the hour, Snuir provided a number of insightful and helpful strategies for getting the most out of social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and others. Those in attendance ranged from businesses with a significant amount of social media experience to those just getting started moving into the arena.

The workshop was expanded to a second session due to public interest. This workshop was offered free to the public, though future chamber sponsored events will likely involve attendance fees for non-Chamber members. The chamber can be found on its facebook page, or contacted at sodaspringsidchamber@gmail.com or 208-563-4821.

Thirkill Elementary Patriotism Contest

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Ben Jacobsen and Casey Batterton from the Soda Springs Lions Club presented the winners of the Patriotism Essay to Thirkill Elementary 4th grade students. Winners were, Sam

Larsen from Mrs. Gambles’ class, Emalynn Bastar from Mrs. Clarke’s class, Reese McDowell from Mrs. Herron’s class, and McCoy Call from Mrs. Gambles’ class.

Pictured Left to Right: Ben Jacobsen, Lions Club President, Sam Larsen, Emalynn Bastar, Reese McDowell, McCoy Call, Casey Batterton, Member Lions Club, and Principal Rod Worthington

Sydney Snuir led a workshop for the Chamber of Commerce on Social Media marketing.

OBITUARIES

Richard Marvin Foster

October 15, 1939 – May 11, 2024

Richard Marvin Foster, aged 84, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and service. Born in Estherville, Iowa on October 15, 1939, he was a proud veteran of the United States Navy, serving his country with honor during his youth.

Throughout his life, Rich cherished his roles as a son, brother, loving husband, devoted father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was a pillar of strength and wisdom to his two children, Jim Foster (Ly) and Jill Foster Askew (Steve), imparting upon them his values of integrity, family, and compassion.

In his younger years, Rich met the love of his life, Helen Dingman, with whom he shared countless joyful years and built a life filled with love and laughter. Their bond was unbreakable, and her passing just short of a year ago left a void in his heart that could never be filled.

When Rich returned from the Navy, he began his career as a barber and ultimately worked for the US Postal Service, where he retired. He will be remembered for his unwavering commitment to his loved ones, his quick wit, and his kindness towards all who knew him. Rich loved spending time with his family, fishing, golfing, and gardening and took great pride in his yard and home. Other hobbies included painting, and woodworking.

Rich’s legacy will live on in the hearts of his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and all those who had the privilege of knowing him. Though he may be gone, his spirit will continue to inspire and guide those he leaves behind. Rich is survived by his sisters Gloria Eccles and Glenda Brady and preceded in death by his wife Helen, his parents Marvin and Mildred Foster and his younger brother Steven Foster. A memorial service to honor and celebrate Richard and his wife Helen will be announced at a later date and will be held at the Veterans Cemetery in Van Meter, Iowa. May Richards’s soul rest in eternal peace, reunited at last with his beloved wife, Helen.

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Cindy Grover Torgesen

April 20, 1961 – May 15, 2024

Cindy Grover Torgesen aged 63 passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at Intermountain Medical Center in Utah. She was born in Brigham City, Utah April 20, 1961, to Verl and Leila Grover. She was raised and educated in Brigham City Utah and was a 1979 graduate of Box Elder High School. Cindy attended Utah State University after high school. She married the love of her life Brian Torgesen on February 6, 1981, in the Logan, Utah Temple. The couple then settled in Soda Springs, Idaho, where they would begin their family. They were blessed with three children, Mandy, Brett and Jamie. Cindy was an avid Gardner and was especially proud of taking care of her many plants and her flower arrangements. She loved farming alongside her husband Brian. She enjoyed spending

some of her summer days riding in the combine, tractor and semitrucks. She looked forward to harvest season every year. She loved the outdoors. Camping and riding four wheelers with her kids was some of

Spring Cleanup

May 30th - June 7th

City of Bancroft

A Dumpster will be available FREE of Charge

Dumpster Location: 114 E. Center St. (City Shop) Tires can be stacked neatly on the atbed at the city shop 114 E. Center (City Shop) NO DUMPING IN ALLEYS, STREETS, SIDEWALKS

VIOLATORS WILL BE FINED

James David Bragg

February 28, 1944 – May 15, 2024

James David Bragg 80, of Soda Springs, passed away peacefully at his home on May, 15, 2024 and has gone back to his Heavenly Father. He was born February 28, 1944 in Ontario Oregon to James Morgan Bragg and Billye Salverson Bragg. He was a member of the LDS church, he lived in various states in the west as his Father moved for work including Utah and California until the family relocated and settled in Yerington Nevada, he married Frances Menicucci and then moved for work to Cresent City California, Wyoming and Idaho and would eventually be remarried to Debbie Rigby. He enjoyed camping, fishing, boating, playing Chess and spending time with family. He especially loved the Duncan- Winterbottom family reunions at Bearlake and Island Park many years ago. He was a great storyteller and made people laugh. He had a great sense of humor; however his life did not go without struggles and hardship like many but worked very hard for everything he had and did the best he could. Prior to retiring, he worked as a master heavy equip -

her greatest memories. Cindy truly lived life to the fullest, thru simple pleasures, such as, chatting with family and friends, crafting and her favorite, spending time with her grandchildren. Cindy held many job positions, some that were closest to her heart were building flower arrangements for the local Florist shop. Brian and Cindy owned, and operated the town bowling alley, Tosoiba Lanes. Cindy enjoyed league nights. She loved all the relationships and friendly connections throughout the years. Cindy was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, where she had been active in the Primary Presidency, Stake Young Womens Presidency and served as young women's president, along with several other callings.

Cindy is survived by her hus -

ment operator for construction companies most of his life, his first job was as a gas station attendant. Survived by four of his six children Eric Bragg, Theresa Snooks both of Boise, Clint Bragg of Soda Springs and Sam Bragg of AZ, 15 grandchildren: Daniel, Jamie, Bradley, Ashley, Cassie, Kye, Douglas, Brooklynn, Hailey, Izzy, Andrew, Jayce, William, Sammy and Sterling and seven great grandchildren. He is also survived by Sisters Dawn Shafer and Kim Aledo and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was Preceded in death by his two sons Kenneth Bragg and Andrew Bragg, parents James Morgan Bragg and Billye Salverson Bragg, his brother’s Danny Bragg, Terry Bragg and sister Colleen Bragg Stromer.

Note*There will not be a formal memorial service per Dave’s request, but we will have a small family gathering at a later date/time to be determined.

The full obituary can be seen and condolences may be shared with family online at www.simsfh.com

band Brian and three children, Mandy (Mike) Brown Twin Falls, Brett (Tiffany) Torgesen Soda Springs and Jamie (Brock) Tingey Star Valley Ranch Wyoming and all her grandchildren, Kenyon, Dylan, Braylon, Reese, Lucy, Cole and Tucker.

She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her the most, offering support, wisdom, and love in abundance. A friend to many, she was a cherished member of the community in Soda Springs, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and strength.

A viewing will be held Friday, May 24 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Soda Springs LDS Stake Center. Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 25 at noon with another viewing prior to the services from 10:30 - 11:45 a.m. at the Soda Springs LDS Stake Center.

CARIBOU COUNTY OBITUARY SUBMISSION INFO

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Richard Marvin Foster

James David Bragg

Cindy Grover Torgesen

EVENT CALENDARS NEWS OF RECORD

SODA SPRINGS/ CARIBOU COUNTY

May 23 – Thursday

Catholic Daily Mass (6:30pm)

IDAH-HA Movie

Class of 24’ Graduation!

May 24 – Friday

Caribou County Senior Dinner

Bridge @ The Senior Center Catholic Daily Mass (9am)

IDAH-HA Movie

May 25 – Saturday

IDAH-HA Movie

May 26 – Sunday

Presbyterian Services

Caribou Bible Church Services Catholic Mass (8:30am)

Open Arms Church Services

LDS Services

May 27 – Monday Catholic Daily Mass (9am)

May 28 – Tuesday Commissioners (9am)

May 29 – Wednesday

Caribou County Senior Dinner

Pinochle @ The Senior Center Catholic Daily Mass (9am)

Children Story Time @ Library

10:30am or 11:30am

IDAH-HA Movie

May 30 – Thursday Catholic Daily Mass (6:30pm)

IDAH-HA Movie

GRACE

May 23 – Thursday Last Day of School for Elementary Senior Sneak Even Finals

May 26 – Sunday LDS Services

May 27 – Monday Preschool Story Hour @ Library 10:30am

May 28 – Tuesday Awards Assembly

May 29 – Wednesday Class of 24’ Graduation!

BANCROFT

May 23 – Thursday Student Check Out Time (8am)

May 26 – Sunday LDS Services

May 30 – Thursday Spring Clean Up Begins

ON THIS DAY

1785 Benjamin Franklin announces his invention of bifocals

1865 Flag flown at full mast over White House for the first time since Lincoln was shot

1900 William Harvey Carney becomes the first African-American soldier awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions in the Civil War at the Battle of Fort Wagner

1922 Walt Disney incorporates his first film company Laugh-O-Gram Films

1934 American outlaws Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow - Bonnie and Clyde, are killed by police in an ambush near Sailes, Louisiana

1939 Submarine USS Squalus sinks in the Gulf of Maine, drowning 26, 33 remaining crew rescued from a depth of 243 ft (74 m) by divers using newly developed helix air systems (divers later awarded the Medal of Honor)

1956 World Trade Center dedicated in Ferry Building, San Francisco

1980 Horror film "The Shining" released directed by Stanley Kubrick, starring Jack Nicholson and Shelley Duvall, based on book by Stephen King

1985 President Ronald Reagan awards Jimmy Stewart the Presidential Medal of Freedom and promotes him to Major General on the Retired List

2001 Marco Siffredi becomes the first person to snowboard down Mount Everest via the Norton Couloir (some share record accreditation with Stefan Gatt)

2016 Chinese archaeologists announce findings of earliest use of barley in China to make beer, Shaanxi province 3400-2900 BC

2022 New York City removes its last public payphones in Midtown Manhattan, they will become part of a museum display

CARIBOU COUNTY SHERIFF

Minsung Cho, Diamond Bar, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Jacob Grant Durtschi, Idaho Falls, fail to register vehicle annually, $10.50, costs $56.50

Payton Ray Hamp, Soda Springs, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50

Malcolm Oliver Trouble Gene Jensen, Idaho Falls, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $59.50

Jordan C Nelson, Idaho Falls, speeding, $33.50, costs $59.50

Angel Luis Nunez, Porterville, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50

Jianan Pan, St. Louis, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs

$56.50

Christaim Javier Sanchez Paniagua, Alauela, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50

Emmett Benjamin Turley, Washington, speeding, $33.50, costs

$56.50

Ahiyi Yang, Wybbewiid, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs

$56.50

Nicholas Joseph Benner, Cortland, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Kiah Denise Harris, Soda Springs, improper right turn, $33.50, costs

$59.50

Bradley Tamarack Humphreys, Soda Springs, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Zhiming Lin, Santa Clara, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

James Franklin Pierce, Evergreen, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Leo Antonio F Pignanelli, McCammon, speeding, $33.50, costs

$56.50

Matthew Riley Stuckey, Grace, fail to register vehicle annually, $10.50, costs $59.50

Jonathan Scott Valery, Glendale, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50

Gregory Douglass Watkins, Florence, speeding, $33.50, costs $59.50

Hanzheng Zhang, Seattle, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Tianyi Chen, Mansfield, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Yijia Gao, Ann Arbor, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Brian Donald Gerjets, Cherokee, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Li Lu, Tuanjie, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Amanda Jayne Schmieder, Farmington, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Liyang Yuan, Fishers, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50

SODA SPRINGS POLICE

Dearia M Kimbrough, Indianapolis, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Xiaomeng Liu, Carrollton, speeding, $33.50, costs $59.50

Luis A Olivas-Arrivillaga, Loving, following too closely, $33.50, costs $56.50

Drey Emil-D Stoor, Soda Springs, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Justij L Locke, Caddo Hills, speeding, $33.50, costs $59.50

Saurav Kumar Pandey, Ogden, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Shun On Tsoi, Lohas Park, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50; fail to yield or stop on approach of an emergency or police vehicle, $33.50, costs $56.50

Johnny Aguila, Minifee, driving without privileges, $150.00, costs $172.50

Roger Kent Call, Spearfish, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50 MAGISTRATE COURT

Thomas L Hutchison, Kimberly, shooting from or across a public highway, $135.00, costs $165.00 –Agency: IDG&G

BIRTHDAYS

Lloyd Rasmussen, May 4

Kelly Chapin, May 6

Linda Arnold, May 7

Johnny McCuddy, May 7

Maxine Smith, May 8

Vania Smith, May 14

Dagmar Beasley, May 20

MiShaelia Beckstead, May 22

Dana Moore, May 23

Judy Bassett, May 24

Jan Nielsen, May 24

Darryl Dixon, May 24

Lani Sant, May 26

Mads Christensen, May 28

Cammy Parsons, May 29

Teri Olsen, May 29

Cindy Cartwright, May 31

Ed Troseth, May 31

Linda Rasmussen, May 31

If you would like to add yourself, your kids, loved one, friend or family member to our weekly birthday list, contact Sherrie at 208-766-4773 or email sherrie.w@idahoenterprise.com.

District 8 High School Rodeo Results

Afton, Wyoming

Friday, May 17

BAREBACK RIDING

1. REEDER, LINCOLN 77.0

BARREL RACING

1. MENDENHALL, HANNA 18.401

2. PHELPS, HAILEY 18.749

3. SOLOMON, MYLEE 18.921

4. HUNTINGTON, KENDRA 19.016

5. CORTA, HAYDEN 19.037

6. LESEBERG, KAYLEE 19.056

7. REAM, HAILEY JO 19.079

8. LOSEE, GERTIE DOWNEY 19.106

9. BROWN, BROOKLYN 19.108

10. LEAVITT, CHAISLEE 19.144

11. TALBOT, TESSLY 19.164

12. CALDWELL, MCKENNA 19.580

13. HUNTINGTON, MAKINSY 19.601

14. WINWARD, JACEE 19.661

15. COOLEY, SAGE 19.674

16. BROWN, OAKLEY 20.094 17. BAXTER, RYLEE 22.064

18. NIELD, PAYZLI 22.403

19. STEADMAN, PRESLEIGH 23.853

20. JOHNSON, KODEE 25.535

21. JACKSON, GRACIE NT

HS BREAKAWAY ROPING

1. CRANE, OAKLEY 2.680

2. COOLEY, SAGE 3.380 3. LOSEE, GERTIE 3.700 4. SOLOMON, MYLEE 4.540 5. LEAVITT, CHAISLEE 7.100 6. NIELD, PAYZLI 7.550 7. WINWARD, JACEE 12.260 8. HAMILTON, LYDIA 28.320

MENDENHALL, HANNA NT

JACKSON, GRACIE NT

CORTA, HAYDEN NT

TALBOT, TESSLY NT

STEADMAN, PRESLEIGH NT

BROWN, BROOKLYN NT

FRANCE, ANNALENE NT

RASMUSSEN, JOSEY NT

PHELPS, HAILEY NT

BRODERICK, CALLI NT

BAXTER, RYLEE NT

HOLSTEN, AUBREY NT

REAM, HAILEY JO NT

SEARS, SIERRA NT

BULL RIDING

1. TEICHERT, CLAY NT 2. MAXFIELD, WESTON NT

3. MAXFIELD, HUNTER NT GOAT TYING

1. CORTA, HAYDEN 8.530

2. STEADMAN, PRESLEIGH 9.110

3. CRANE, OAKLEY 9.340

4. WINWARD, JACEE 9.590

5. HAMILTON, LYDIA 10.070

6. FRANCE, ANNALENE 10.130

7. PHELPS, HAILEY 11.480

8. BRODERICK, CALLI 13.640

9. MENDENHALL, HANNA 15.630

10. LEAVITT, CHAISLEE 21.530

11. BROWN, BROOKLYN NT

12. SOLOMON, MYLEE NT

13. LOSEE, GERTIE NT

14. RASMUSSEN, JOSEY NT

POLE BENDING

1. SOLOMON, MYLEE 21.216

2. HUNTINGTON, KENDRA 21.822

3. CORTA, HAYDEN 22.084

4. LOSEE, GERTIE 22.580

5. LESEBERG, KAYLEE 22.692

6. REAM, HAILEY JO 22.731

7. PHELPS, HAILEY 22.752

8. FRANCE, ANNALENE 22.964

9. MENDENHALL, HANNA 22.970

10. HAMILTON, LYDIA 23.387

11. HUNTINGTON, MAKINSY 23.853

12. NIELD, PAYZLI 24.593

13. JOHNSON, KODEE 24.985

14. JACKSON, GRACIE 25.906

15. HOLSTEN, AUBREY 27.424

16. STEADMAN, PRESLEIGH 27.482

17. CALDWELL, MCKENNA 30.337

18. COOLEY, SAGE 33.622

19. LEAVITT, CHAISLEE 38.971

20. BROWN, BROOKLYN 40.129

STEER WRESTLING

1. TALBOT, TRENTON 5.780

2. ROMRELL, CADE 7.490

3. SMITH, DUKE NT

4. POWELL, KODALE NT

TEAM ROPING

1. KERR, RYDER (HD) & KERR, CASE (HL) 7.590

2. HILTON, TRISTEN (HD) & HILTON, ROSS (HL) 7.630

BRAIN TEASERS

3. CRANE, OAKLEY (HD) & ERICKSON, COLE (HL) 7.890

4. TALBOT, TESSLY (HD) & SKINNER, COOPER (HL) 8.540

5. SEARS, SIERRA (HD) & WINWARD, JACEE (HL) 9.020

6. COOLEY, SAGE (HD) & POPE, DAXTON (HL) 11.810

7. LOSEE, GERTIE (HD) & STEADMAN, PRESLEIGH (HL) 16.740

8. CORTA, HAYDEN (HD) & MENDENHALL, HANNA (HL) 16.840

9. NIELD, PAYZLI (HD) & BROWN, BROOKLYN (HL) NT

10. SMITH, KRUZ (HD) & CUTLER, WYATT (HL) NT

11. BAXTER, RYLEE (HD) & HOLSTEN, AUBREY (HL) NT 12. MERRITT, BODRIE (HD) & PHELPS, HAILEY (HL) NT 13. POWELL, TEGANN (HD) & POWELL, KODALE (HL) NT 14. SOLOMON, MYLEE (HD) & ROMRELL, CADE (HL) NT

15. SMITH, DUKE (HD) & KEETCH, KUTLER (HL) NT 16. FRANCE, ANNALENE (HD) & FRANCE, CAL (HL) NT 17. HAMILTON, LYDIA (HD) & RASMUSSEN, JOSEY (HL) NT 18. REEDER, LINCOLN (HD) & TALBOT, TRENTON (HL) NT 19. HEADER #1, DRAW (HD) & REAM, HAILEY JO (HL) NT

TIE DOWN ROPING

1. ROMRELL, CADE 12.500

2. KERR, RYDER 17.090

3. SMITH, DUKE 21.130

4. HILTON, ROSS 24.450

5. KERR, CASE 30.110

6. POPE, STEEHL NT

7. CUTLER, WYATT NT

8. POWELL, KODALE NT

9. MERRITT, BODRIE NT

10. ERICKSON, COLE NT

11. KEETCH, KUTLER NT

12. POWELL, TEGANN NT

Saturday, May 18

BAREBACK RIDING

1. REEDER, LINCOLN 78.0

BARREL RACING

1. REAM, HAILEY JO 18.313

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LOOKING BACK AT PAGES FROM THE PAST

The following stories are summarized from past issues of the Caribou County Sun over the last fifty plus years. The Enterprise thanks Mark Steele for permission to use the contents, and the Grace Public Library for access to the archives.

5 Years ago, 2019

Cleanup Week has been underway, and City Director Alan Skinner said that 140 loads of yard debris had been collected by city crews so far, which was noted to be more than normal. During the council meeting in which the results of cleanup week were discussed, the city council also opened discussion on the potential for selling the Enders Hotel building and the Industrial Park. The six month deadline for an advisory committee to give suggestions to the city about potential uses for the building, which had been donated to the city by Rex Maughan. According to the report, Idaho public records law exempts appraisals from the public. The sale of property by cities can be done under state code with the city setting a minimum bid price, and then disposing of the property however it sees fits if the minimum bid is not m et, including leasing, rental, property exchange. The matter remained to be decided.

The idea of locating temporary bathrooms placed at the geyser on a trail basis of $1,500 a month for eight, which included twice a week cleaning. A request had been received to invite more tour buses to town, which was the precipitating cause of the need for additional amenities. Chief of Police Scott Shaw suggested that the increased tourist traffic to downtown may create issues with pedestrians, but that a clean time schedule for additional buses should solve the problem.

The progress on the regional landfill project the county was involved with was related by Commissioner Bryce Somsen. “It’s moving forward,” he said, adding that Franklin County had backed out, but Bear Lake, Power, Oneida, and Star Valley were still on board. “It will be a lot cheaper than lining ours or creating one by ourselves,” Somsen said.

The Soda Spring Lions Club recently selected the winners of an essay contest with the sixth grade students in Soda Springs. The topic of the essay was “Who is your greatest American hero and why?” The essays were judged for spelling, punctuation, and grammar, as well as how well the student followed the theme. The winners were Rebekah Evans, Emma Bowman, and Erielle Badham. Rebekah Evans was also the first place winner at the district level.

Representing Idaho Smart Growth from Boise, project coordinator Elaine Clegg along with city employees conducted a pedestrian study throughout the city in order to record the primary biking and walking routes used by residents, especially children. The study, funded by a $250,000 grant was designed to create the safest and most efficient urban walking routes through the city, and was planned to be used to create flashing beacons at Highway 30 and Kelly Park Road.

Historic Chesterfield will be open for business starting Saturday, beginning with a dance for all ages on Saturday night in the Amusement Hall with the Terry Hatch Family Band. Memorial Day will open with a 5K Fun Run-Walk, followed by a flag raising and opening ceremonies. Activities will include buttermaking, ropemaking, prairie diamond rings, wagon rides, vintage sewing machine display, dolls, aprons, candy, and ice cream at the Brick Store, along with the republished Historic Chesterfield Cookbook.

Idaho Senator Mike Crapo, of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs, along with Ranking Member Sherrod Brown (D-OH) have requested information from Facebook regarding how it makes data available that can be used on ways that have big implications for consumers’ financial lives. The banking committee has been examining approaches to data privacy, including the impact on the financial services industry and how companies collect and use informa-

tion in marketing and decision-making related to credit, insurance, or employment. In a letter, the two wrote, “It is important to understand how large social platforms make data available that can be used in ways that have big implications for consumers’ financial lives, including to market or make decisions on financial products or services that impact a consumer’s access to or cost of credit and insurance products, or in ways that impact their employment prospects.”

The County weed department announced that it would be putting many groups and individuals into the field in order to combat the invasive nuisance plant dyers woad. The County Weed Department asked permission of county residents to allow those involved in control and eradication fo the plant onto the land in the coming months in order to bring its spread under control.

20 Years ago, 2004

A man wielding a sword and knife was life flighted to McKay Dee Hospital with self-inflicted wounds after an incident during which he was subdued by officers after cutting himself with the knife. The man, who was identified as Tony Munro, had expressed a desire to “kill someone” and was confronted by officers Paul Gritton and Jon Bunderson. Munro was armed with a samurai sword and a smaller knife, and was ordered to put the weapons down by the officers, on whom he eventually advanced before throwing down the weapons and cutting himself. He was stabilized at the scene and then lifeflighted to the hospital having lost a lot of blood. The incident was still under investigation.

North Gem Elementary 1st grade hosted its annual pancake breakfast on Monday, for parents and students. Guests were seated by a waiter or waitress and given a menu from which they were able to choose a variety of pancakes, including wheat, blueberry, and buttermilk. The students took turns being waiters, waitresses, and cashiers, and served about 100 people with the help of LaRae Perkins, Raquel Reed, Carla Gilbert, and Robert Jenkins.

A coalition of students, PacifiCorp, Monsanto, City of Soda Springs, and the Oregon Trail Country Club came together last week to make possible the installation of two osprey nesting platforms at Alexander Reservoir. Fish and Wildlife teacher Charles Kator came up with the idea after seeing all the successful nesting platforms in the McCall area while attending a summer Idaho Fish and Game project wild class. The idea is to erect platforms near the First Bridge and one close to the OTCC pavilion. PacifiCorp donated the poles and the erection crew. Jim Burruss provided the blueprints and gave the students a power point presentation on what the power company does to protect birds from power lines. FFA Instructor Wes Lunt supervised the platform erection, and Jeff Wagner and Jake Hayes constructed the platforms during their welding class.

Beginning in May, the Soda Springs Rotary Club begins working on the dozens of wooden frames needed for the annual Independence Day fireworks extravaganza. Under the direction of Rotary President Kathy Gorton, the handmade frames are constructed with thin wood strips and a special bendable wood product like rattan. The fireworks are attached with glue and double-pointed nails. Afterward, a paper fuse is stapled on, and when lit the fireworks go off in brilliant display. Volunteers use the shed at the city yard on Tuesday and Thursdays from 5:30 to 7 or so to work on the frames, and more volunteers are needed for this year’s Lewis and Clark Theme.

The first of two yard sales held to benefit Judy Anderson’s Breast Cancer Walk were on Saturday. The sale is one of thousands of others who have pledged to raise money for the Avon Foundation Breast Cancer Crusade. The Avon Crusade has returned more than $250 million to the cause in the last 10 years. The money is used for education, clinical care, early detection, and supportive services, with a special focus on

the underserved.

30 Years ago, 1994

High winds caused extensive damage in a wide area through Caribou County on Monday, May 16th. Gusting winds ahead of squall lines blew tin sheds off their foundations in the afternoon. Damage was wideranged in the evening gale, when winds in the area from Thatcher to Grace blew down graineries, sheds, and farms buildings. Caribou County Sheriff Richard Weaver estimated the damage at somewhere between $150,000 and $200,000. He said that the heaviest hit area was from the county line near Thatcher, through Niter to Grace. Carports were blown off as far north as Grays Lake. The sheriff reported that power lines were knocked down and one tool shed was blown hundreds of feet away. Heavy rains accompanied the wind storm.

The Soda Springs High School Auditorium was filled last Wednesday for the Music Department’s Spring-A-Fair. The concert, under the direction of Craig Waldram, included the Stage Band, Pepe Band, Concert Band, and a specialty group known as the DUH Brothers. In the vocal section, Choir I, the Concert Choir, and a group called the Bah Dahp Singers were conducted by Winifred Alldaffer. Afterward, the library doors were opened to show a display from the Arts and Crafts and Vo-Tech Departments. Stff included Natalie Higgins, Frank Barker, and LaDell Porter.

Norma Harris, who has been the Grace High School principal for the past six years, requested to return to classroom teaching. The Grace School Board accepted her request, and will be listing the principal opening soon. Harris taught in the Grace School District from 1959 until 1988, when she took on the responsibilities of principal. In her upcoming 35th year in education, Mrs. Harris will be teaching English and businesses classes during 1994-1995.

The Monsanto Fund donated $1,500 to the Caribou Memorial Hospital and Nursing Home for the purchase of a new computer. The increased governmental regulations for nursing homes have extensive reporting requirements, and the old computer did not have the capacity for the new software to track the nursing home care plans. The new software monitors 18 different aspects of resident care, and helps to identify areas of concern. RN, DNS Marcia Wheeler stated that the new computer would allow staff to better provide care at the facility.

Soda’s Golf Team qualified for state at the districts held at Riverside Golf Course with a 343. Trevor Smith, Kelby Craig, and Ryan Hansen contributed with great performances to propel the team onward for the season. The team finished third to Preston and Snake River, who were favored in the tournament. The Lady Cardinals shot well, but the team of Kellie Hooper, Jenny Hall, Sara Johnson, and Renee Tate came up just short of qualifying.

The Book Mine at 61 West Center in Soda Springs announced that they would be closing up shop, and hosted a sale with any book available for $1.

The owners reminded customers that if they had any credit remaining with the store as a result of book exchanges, that they should come and use it.

Alice Tigert was part of a group who toured the southern United States, including a ride on the Natchez Queen steamboat-paddleboat in New Orleans, which took passengers up the Mississippi River and through the bayou. Tigert also toured Calloway Gardens, and the summer home of Franklin D. Roosevelt in Warm Springs, Georgia, and attended a western show at Pigeon Forge with members of the Lawrence Welk Show before heading to Nashville.

40 Years ago, 1984

The end of the year for the Creative Homemakers Club was marked by a banquet at the Brass Lantern. Taco salads were served. Outgoing President Suzie Nelson presided over the evening’s fun. First on the agenda was the election of the 1984-5 officers, who ended up being Glenda Ballard as President, Ora Eisenbarth

as Vice President, Christine Gentry as Secretary-Treasurer, Jeri Strum as Calling-Committee Chairman, Corlyn Smith, Teresa Watkins, and LuAnna Cole as Calling Committee members, and Tami Smith as Refreshment Chairman. Nancy Keller was named the Secret Pal of the Year. Students in Mrs. Monroe’s first grade class at Thirkill Elementary School in Soda Springs learned about the process of wheat becoming bread. The lesson began with sheaves of wheat, from which students removed and tasted kernels of grain. There was an active discussion of the threshing process, which some of the children living on a farm were well acquainted with, and then a discussion of milling flour. Mrs. Monroe mixed a large batch of bread. When it was ready to put into pans, each child attired in baker’s hat was given a piece of dough to make their own individual loaf. When the loaved were baked, along with some hot rolls, bread and jam were served to the class, and they enjoyed the story of “the Little Red Hen.”

The Miss Caribou County Pageant, sponsored by the Lions Clubs, will have nine talented young girls performing this year for the title. This year’s competitors include Tausha Wilson, Jennifer Baker, Angela Smith, Robin Renee Reese, Kimberlee Vieweg, Kristine Melloe, Dana Harris, Dorothy Jean Maughan, and Debbie Olney.

The pre-school students of Beth Washburn in Grace were given a chance to show off their expertise and self-control in an exhibition that included a play. The play was a takeoff from the “Little Red Hen” with the children representing barnyard animals. Original sonfs introduced the progress and meaning of the play. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Anderson played Grandpa and Grandma, and Beth Washburn herself played the hen. Donuts and punch were distributed after the performance, which was reported to delight the parents in attendance.

A majestic pine tree which has stood behind the Grace, Idaho LDS Stake House for many years was felled in order to prevent its causing any damage to the building. Terry Smith used his equipment to safely take the tree down. The tree has survived storms, children, and a fire that destroyed the old stake house. The tree was planted by the Bannock Stake Relief Society to commemorate the first Relief Society in Nauvoo. The tree had grown since 1942.

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11.970

8. BROWN, BROOKLYN 12.150

9. LOSEE, GERTIE 12.520 10. HAMILTON, LYDIA 13.220

11. PHELPS, HAILEY NT 12. BRODERICK, CALLI NT 13. SOLOMON, MYLEE NT 14. LEAVITT, CHAISLEE NT

POLE BENDING

1. CORTA, HAYDEN 21.775

2. FRANCE, ANNALENE 21.957

3. HUNTINGTON, KENDRA 22.181

4. REAM, HAILEY JO 22.348

5. LESEBERG, KAYLEE 22.809

6. LOSEE, GERTIE 22.830

7. COOLEY, SAGE 23.466

8. CALDWELL, MCKENNA 23.740

9. NIELD, PAYZLI 24.561

10. LEAVITT, CHAISLEE 24.600

11. PHELPS, HAILEY 26.897

12. MENDENHALL, HANNA S 27.523

13. STEADMAN, PRESLEIGH 28.199

14. SOLOMON, MYLEE 31.662

15. HOLSTEN, AUBREY 32.046

16. HAMILTON, LYDIA 32.293

17. BROWN, BROOKLYN 36.145

18. JACKSON, GRACIE 39.456

19. HUNTINGTON, MAKINSY NT

20. JOHNSON, KODEE NT

STEER WRESTLING

1. ROMRELL, CADE 15.350

2. POWELL, KODALE NT

3. TALBOT, TRENTON NT 4. SMITH, DUKE NT

TEAM ROPING

1. LOSEE, GERTIE (HD) & STEADMAN, PRESLEIGH (HL) 9.180

2. KERR, RYDER (HD) & KERR, CASE (HL) 11.240

3. SEARS, SIERRA (HD) & WINWARD, JACEE (HL) 15.060

4. FRANCE, ANNALENE (HD) & FRANCE, CAL (HL) NT

5. CRANE, OAKLEY (HD) & ERICKSON, COLE (HL) NT

6. HAMILTON, LYDIA (HD) & RASMUSSEN, JOSEY (HL) NT

7. HEADER #1, DRAW (HD) , & REAM, HAILEY JO (HL) NT

8. SOLOMON, MYLEE (HD) & ROMRELL, CADE (HL) NT

9. BAXTER, RYLEE (HD) & HOLSTEN, AUBREY (HL) NT 10. MERRITT, BODRIE (HD) & PHELPS, HAILEY (HL) NT 11. SMITH, KRUZ (HD) & CUTLER, WYATT (HL) NT 12. COOLEY, SAGE (HD) & POPE, DAXTON (HL) NT 13. POWELL, TEGANN (HD) & POWELL, KODALE (HL) NT 14. NIELD, PAYZLI (HD) & BROWN, BROOKLYN (HL) NT 15. SMITH, DUKE (HD) & KEETCH, KUTLER (HL) NT 16. HILTON, TRISTEN (HD)

& HILTON, ROSS (HL) NT 17. TALBOT, TESSLY (HD) & SKINNER, COOPER (HL) NT 18. REEDER, LINCOLN (HD) & TALBOT, TRENTON (HL) NT 19. CORTA, HAYDEN (HD) & MENDENHALL, HANNA (HL) NT

TIE DOWN ROPING 1. POWELL, KODALE 11.910

2. CUTLER, WYATT 13.890

3. HILTON, ROSS 17.820

4. SMITH, DUKE 18.630

5. ERICKSON, COLE 21.750

6. POPE, STEEHL NT

7. KERR, RYDER NT

8. POWELL, TEGANN NT 9. KEETCH, KUTLER NT 10. MERRITT, BODRIE NT

11. KERR, CASE NT

12. ROMRELL, CADE NT

Farm Bill text released in House; Heads to fight with Senate

The U.S. House Agriculture Committee on Friday released the draft bill text of the long-awaited $1.5 trillion farm bill, which is likely to face opposition in the Senate from Democrats due to disagreements over federal anti-hunger programs and climate change requirements.

The chair of the committee, GOP Rep. Glenn “GT” Thompson of Pennsylvania, said in a statement that the bill, which will set farm, nutrition, commodity and conservation policy for the next five years, is a “product of extensive feedback from stakeholders and all Members of the House, and is responsive to the needs of farm country through the incorporation of hundreds of bipartisan policies.”

The legislation funds programs across 12 titles for five years. It would boost rural farming, promote a new global market for farmers to sell their products abroad, require new reporting requirements for the foreign purchase of farmland, increase funding for specialty crops and expand eligibility for disaster assistance, among other initiatives.

“The markup is one step in a greater House process, that should not be compromised by misleading arguments, false narratives, or edicts from the Senate,” Thompson said.

The House Agriculture Committee plans to mark up the 942-page bill on Thursday. It is expected to cost $1.5 trillion over 10 years. A title-by-title summary can be found here.

In a statement, the top Democrat on the committee, Rep. David Scott of Georgia, slammed the draft bill for “taking food out of the mouths of America’s hungry children, restricting farmers from receiving the climate-smart conservation funding they so desperately need, and barring the USDA from providing financial assistance to farmers in times of crisis.”

Scott warned that the current draft bill is unlikely to pass the House. Although Republicans have a slim majority, any piece of legislation will have to be bipartisan in order to make it through the Senate, which Democrats control.

The current farm bill extension expires Sept. 30.

On the Senate side, Sen. Debbie Stabenow, a Michigan Democrat who leads the Committee on Agriculture, released Democrats’ own proposal in early May. Among other things, it would boost eligibility for nutrition programs for low-income people like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. Stabenow made public a summary of the bill, but not legislative text.

Scott and Stabenow released a joint statement Tuesday following a meet-

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ing with House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Democrats on the House Agriculture committee. They advocated for Republicans to craft a bipartisan farm bill.

“House Republicans are undermining this goal by proposing policies that split the broad, bipartisan coalition that has always been the foundation of a successful farm bill,” they wrote.

“We need a farm bill that holds the coalition together and upholds the historic tradition of providing food assistance to our most vulnerable Americans while keeping our commitment to our farmers battling the effects of the climate crisis every day,” they continued.

The House bill has a few provisions that Democrats oppose.

One would remove climate-smart policy requirements for about $13 billion in conservation projects funded by the Inflation Reduction Act. Another would limit future updates to the Thrifty Food Plan, the formula that calculates benefits for SNAP. “The economic impact of the SNAP cuts alone would be staggering,” Scott said.

A freeze in the Thrifty Food Plan would result in a roughly $30 billion SNAP cut over the next decade, ac-

cording to the liberal-leaning Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. There are more than 41 million people who use SNAP benefits, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

However, the House farm bill would remove the ban on low-income Americans who have a drug conviction felony from obtaining SNAP benefits.

Environmental groups are also opposing the draft of the farm bill, raising concerns about reallocating IRA money and including a bill relating to how states regulate animal practices.

A watchdog group that focuses on government and corporate accountability in water, food and corporate overreach, Food & Water Watch Managing Director of Policy and Litigation Mitch Jones said in a statement that the draft bill would gut important climate-smart provisions.

“Some of leadership’s more dangerous proposals would take us backwards on animal welfare, and climate-smart agriculture,” Jones said. “It’s time Congress put the culture wars aside and got back to work on a Farm Bill that puts consumers, farmers, and the environment above politicking and Big Ag handouts.”

Ariana Figueroa, Idaho Capital Sun

grace High School Class of 2024

Bailee Andersen

Brinlee Andersen

Lydia Andersen

Alexis Bitton

Kale Burrell

Jody Carpenter

Jacie Christensen

Joseph Clegg Kai Clegg WyattCutler

Madison Edwards Cora Harris

Macaden Haslam Cayson Higley

Alexander Olsen Koby Rindlisbaker Anika Smith

Nathaniel Smith

Sydnee Smith

Brennon Sorenson

Melodie Straatman

Lorrin Tingey

Tayler Yost

Shadrick Zulu

Best Wishes to Our Graduates From These Community Leaders & Businesses

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We Salute the grace High School Graduating Class of 2024

"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams."

Last weeks issue did not contain all of the graduating seniors from Soda Springs High School. Here are pictures of the seniors who were missed.

Faith Bassett

Jessica Birch Geneive Fullmer Zonae Glenn

Isabel Gutierrez

Damien Tarbet Briley Weber

Bailee Andersen Brinlee Andersen Lydia Andersen Alexis Bitton Kale Burrell Jody Carpenter Jacie Christensen

Joseph Clegg Kai Clegg Wyatt Cutler Madison Edwards

Cora Harris Macaden Haslam Cayson Higley

Wylie Johnson Rayff Jorgensen Easton Lloyd Jack Mussler Alexander Olsen Koby Rindlisbaker Anika Smith

Nathaniel Smith Sydnee Smith Brennon Sorenson Melodie Straatman

Lorrin Tingey Tayler Yost

Shadrick Zulu

Grace High School Class of 2024

Chesterfield Town Site Opening set for Memorial Day Weekend

Allyne Betancourt, Chesterfield Resident, for the Enterprise

I met with 84-year-old Mr. Gary Hatch, who was born in Chesterfield in 1940, and asked him, “Why open the township on Memorial Day weekend?”

Mr. Hatch’s clear local drawl belies his age, “Well, back in 1980 when Chesterfield officially became a historical site, someone suggested it would be nice to have a memorial celebration. Bancroft has the 24th of July, Soda has the 4th of July, Grace has the fair, and we didn’t want to go to any of those days. So, we thought, hey, it’s a memorial (of the original town), how about Memorial Day. The memorial is to honor and remember the people who lived in Chesterfield, the community they developed, and the history behind the town.”

I queried further, “What happened to the town? “

Mr. Hatch continued, “Chesterfield

was a thriving community. All those buildings that are there now, some that aren’t there anymore, all the shacks and everything, were all full. As modernization, tractors, cars, and equipment came about, well, the way of the horse disappeared. People went into town to get jobs, which began the decline of Chesterfield. We wanted to make this a historical site and in 1980, the Chesterfield Foundation was created. The Historical Foundation is a 501(c)3, dedicated to the preservation and continued restoration of the old buildings in the area.”

The current brick store is not the original store in Chesterfield. Through the restoration process it was discovered that there may have been four or five previous mercantile stores over the course of its 100-year history at various locations in the town.

Only one was open at a time.

Chesterfield was established in 1880 and became a nationally registered

foundation in 1980. We celebrate 100 years of a successful community and township with the Memorial Day opening. These opening events have been ongoing since 1980.

People travel from far and wide annually to celebrate this town site opening. The history of Chesterfield continues as a town site but began as home and heart to hundreds of people who are ancestors, or those who still live in Chesterfield. A visit to the beautiful township is a walk into the past that keeps us tethered to the beauty of this valley, the people we know and love, and the people we open our doors to. Chesterfield speaks volumes about life in the past that created community and family ties. We hope to see you there!

Full schedule details can be found at https://www.historicchesterfield.org

Saturday, May 25, 2024, 8:00 p.m. Old Time Dance with live music at the Chesterfield Amusement Hall.

Monday, May 27, 2024, 10:15 a.m. –4:00 p.m. Memorial Day Celebration.

Events include:

5K Run 9:00 a.m.; Flag Ceremony 10:00 a.m.; Brick Store opens 10:15 a.m.; Bake Sale & Memories Scan Booth opens 10:15 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.;

Welcome Sign as you enter Chesterfield

Live Auction 1:30 p.m.; Lunch – Hamburgers and Hotdogs, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Wagon rides and tours of cabins are available through the day.

Volunteers provide tours and open brick store hours. All proceeds go directly to the Foundation to continue the work of restoration and preservation.

Historic Chesterfield Town Site needs a full-sized pickup truck to use for three (3) months to pull our Courtesy Tour Wagon. Used is okay if it is dependable. Donation is preferred, but rental is acceptable. Please contact Randy Ruger at 208-317-5307 for more information.

Grace Track And Field Finish Their Season At State

Jody Reeves

The Grizzly track and field team made the trek across the state to Middleton High School where the 1A state meet was held last weekend. Near perfect weather combined with a fast track made ideal conditions for the Grizzly team. Several of the fifteen athletes competing for Grace saw new PR’s and even some new school records. Jonah Wilkerson and Jack Eddins were the only Grizzlies to compete in any field events. Both young men competed in the triple jump and Wilkerson qualified for the long jump. The triple jump is where things kicked off for the duo. Eddins had won the event in districts just a week prior putting him in second place all time in the Grace record books. A new week and a new meet brought new results, however. After both athletes had completed preliminary jumps, only Wilkerson moved on to the finals. Eddins saw his season come to an abrupt end as this was his only event at the meet. Wilkerson not only would move on but would best Eddins’ jump from the week before, moving him now into second place all time for Grace. His jump of 41’ and one quarter inch placed him in fifth place at the meet and earned him an individual medal. Unfortunately for Wilkerson he suffered a minor injury in the competition, making it difficult to get a mark in the long jump where he

failed to make finals.

The running events kicked off with the longest race of the meet, the 3200 meters. Lilly Gilbert competed for the girls in this race while Brock Johnson ran for the boys team. Neither athlete made the podium, but each finished with respectable times. Gilbert finished in eleventh place and Johnson in thirteenth. The next several races would be preliminaries to qualify for finals on Saturday. Landon Moss competed in the 110m hurdles and just missed out on finals by .02 of a second. Parker Yost and the injured Wilkerson both competed in the 300m hurdles for the boys team. Once again both failed to make the top eight qualifying spots for finals. Wilkerson finished in eleventh and Yost in fifteenth. The girls had better luck in the 300m hurdles. Tayler Yost and Kallie Stoddard both made the finals, with Yost placing fifth and Stoddard coming in seventh. The boys teams had three more athletes participate in prelims on day one. Braden Kimball and Trevor Mathews ran the 100 meter sprint with both athletes setting new PR’s in the event. Despite their new blistering times in the meet’s fastest race, neither athlete made the finals. Kimball, however, got another shot as he competed in the 200 meter sprint. This time Kimball made the finals. The last member of the boys team to compete in a prelim was Adrian Mejia. Mejia ran in the 400 meter race

and he as well did qualified to run the next day in the final. The final event of the first day was the sprint medley relay. The girls team of Jeanaelie Shaffer, Kallie Stoddard, Tayler Yost and Brooklyn Porter finished the relay in under two minutes but placed seventh just off of the podium.

Day two of the state meet was a busy one for several of the Grizzlies. The day kicked off with a parade of athletes where each school entered the stadium as a team, akin to the opening ceremonies of the Olympics. After all of the pomp and circumstance, the Grizzlies first race of the day was the boys 4x200 meter relay. The team members Landon Moss, Trevor Mathews, Braden Kimball, and Carson Welch had their struggles with handoffs in the race but still finished in fourth place collecting medals on the podium. Mathews, Kimball, and Welch were joined by Bryant Jensen later in the day to run the 4x100 meter relay. The handoffs would be much cleaner, but the competition was very tough. The relay team would set a new school record in the race but finish in just seventh place among the very fast field of teams. Kimball was the only relay member to have an individual race in the finals. Kimball’s luck did not improve as he once again

finished in seventh place just outside of a podium spot. Mejia would have the most success for the Grizzly boys team. Mejia placed sixth in both the 400 and 800 meter races earning medals in both and setting a PR in the 800. Mejia also placed seventh in the 1600 meter race with another PR. In individual finals races for the girls, Yost and Stoddard finished fourth and seventh in the 300m hurdles. Yost earned a medal and set a PR in her final hurdle race of her high school career. Freshman Brooklyn Porter shined once again in the 800 and 1600 meter races. Though she only finished in ninth place in the 800 and fifth in the 1600 meters, she set new school records in both races and collected a medal in the later one. The final event of the meet was the 4x400. The girls team of Shaffer, Stoddard, Porter and Yost finished in fifth place in the race, collecting medals and setting yet another school record.

Even with a limited amount of hardware coming home for the Grizzlies, the season was still a successful one with lots of kids ending on a high note. With just three total seniors on the combined boys and girls teams the Grizzlies should bounce back to state again next season with multiple athletes in tow.

Grace Track and Field team during the parade of athletes

Brick Store Mercantile

Mr. Gary Hatch in front of the house he was born in, 1940.

Adrian Mejia races to the finish in the 400 meter sprint

Tayler Yost finishing her final race of her high school career

Lady Cardinals Make History

Jody Reeves

Sporting events have been taking place for centuries. Track and Field itself dates back to 776 B.C. in Olympia Greece. With the passage of so much time it can be a rare sight to witness new history. The Cardinal faithful that made the trip to Middleton High School last weekend were given the rare opportunity to witness history live in front of them. Winning a state championship is a special thing that few get to say they are a part of. Even fewer get to say they were the first ones to ever accomplish that feat for their school and community. This year's Lady Cardinals now get to join that elite group of athletes. The blue state title trophy belongs to the Lady Cardinals but they were not the only Soda athletes performing last weekend at the state meet. The large contingent of girls were joined by their classmates on the boys team. Even with just a few athletes qualified for the state meet, the boys team made their presence known. Just two boys competed in field events for the Cardinals. Cooper Thompson matched his personal best jump of 6’ 2” to earn fourth place in the high jump. Fellow sophomore Cole Garbett also claimed a spot on the podium placing third in the discus. Caleb Thompson ran in the prelims of the 400 meter race where he was unable to advance to the finals. Zayden Garbett suffered the same fate in the prelims of the 300m hurdles. Freshman

Landon Moldenhauer only finished in sixteenth place in the 3200 meter race, but set a new PR in the process. The 4x400 relay team of Degan Stoor, Cooper Thompson, Landon Martinsen, and Caleb Thompson finished in fifth place earning medals and a place on the podium. The brightest spot on the boys team was Degan Stoor who won a close 110m hurdle race and dominated the 300m hurdle race. Stoor left the meet with two gold medals and a new PR and school record in the 300m hurdles.

The state champion girls team is just loaded with talent. Starting off in the field events, the Cardinals had four girls compete in five events. Madilyn Kempe jumped in the long jump but missed out on the finals. Likewise, Rosie Harris finished just outside of the medal stand in the pole vault, while teammate Gevevieve Fullmer earned points and a medal for sixth place in the same event. Harris fared better in the high jump where she finished in fourth place adding to the points and medals for Soda. Izzy Shelton has been a standout in the throwing events for the Cardinals all season. Shelton saved her best for her final high school meet. Shelton placed sixth in the discus with a PR of 108’ 10”. Her biggest feat however came in the shot put where she placed second overall with a new school record of an amazing 40’ 5.25”.

The girls brought four relay teams to the state meet and every one of them placed in the top three. Rebekah

Evans, Macee Simmons, Rosie Harris, and Aspen Christensen grabbed third in the 4x200 relay. Brooklyn Kempe, Macee Simmons, Madilyn Kempe, and Aspen Christensen made up both the 4x100 relay and the sprint medley relay. The fierce foursome took home second place in both races. Brooklyn Kempe, Macee Simmons, Rebekah Evans and Jinettie Garbett in the final race of the meet took home the gold in very convincing fashion in the 4x400 relay.

The girls also had a very strong showing in the distance races. India Galloway finished with a great kick in the 3200 meter race earning a PR and placing fifth. Lizzie Beutler also set a PR in the same race taking third place. Beutler added to her success with a seventh place finish in the 1600 meter race and a PR. Rebekah Evans just got in the top eight to earn team points with her PR performance in the 800 meters. The young sophomore Ellie Wood set PR’s in both the 800 and 1600 meter races placing sixth and fifth adding to the team point total. Cate Walker just missed out on making finals in the 100m hurdles while setting a season record. Layla Torman took the last spot in the finals of the 300m hurdles missing out on a medal, but once again adding to the team point total. Rebekah Evans, Brooklyn Kempe, and Aspen Christensen all earned points in the sprint races. Evans in the 400 meter race placed just outside of the medals in seventh place. Kempe improved

A Look At The Links: State Tournament

Jody Reeves

The Idaho high school golf season wrapped up last week in Worley, Idaho at Circling Raven Golf Course. The course itself is located on the Coeur D’Alene Reservation and primarily operated by the Coeur D’Alene tribe. The name Circling Raven comes from a legendary medicine man from the tribe. The course boasts some incredible views. Laid out amongst the famous Palouse grasslands dotted with various woodlands and wetlands. Rated as the number one course in the State of Idaho its area is expansive, spread out on 620 acres of Reservation land. The multi-award winning course is a favorite amongst golf enthusiasts. Holding the state tournament on such an acclaimed course gives the young athletes an opportunity to play on a world class course full of beauty and challenges. Caribou County was fortunate enough to have three teams representing our area take part in this amazing competition. The Grace boys team entered state on a good run after handily winning districts the week before. The state tournament consisted of two rounds over the space of two days. On day one, the long trip up north combined with the difficulty of the course took its toll on some of the boys. Jamison Smith who has been the top golfer for the Grizzlies shot a team low of 97 in the first round. Meanwhile freshman Keathen Edwards topped the Grace team in round one with an 86. The two reversed roles in round two with Smith rebounding from day one posting an 83 to Edwards’ team low of a 103. Koby Rindlisbaker joined Smith in improving his score over day one while Tate Williams shot slightly less well than he did on day one. The final Grizzly, Easton Lloyd, was the most consistent over the two days with a 95 in round one and a 96 in round two. In the end, the Grizzlies fell short of placing in the top three teams to bring home a trophy. As a team, the boys finished in sixth place out of fifteen teams. The Grizzlies will lose Lloyd and Rindlisbaker

to graduation this year, but should return a good core of players that will be added to by a solid JV squad from this season.

The Lady Cardinals entered state on a high after winning the district tournament. Like the Grace boys team, the Lady Cards had two senior players with a solid group of underclassmen competing in the tournament. Soda was led by senior Oakley Peck who had a team best score on day one of 95. Fellow senior Cierra Capell came in second on the team with a 102. Tara Vedder shot a respectable 106 while the remaining two players, Waylon Lowe and Jasta Stoor, struggled slightly, scoring 120 and 122 respectively. Peck improved on her round one score, shooting an 89 on day two. Unfortunately, Stoor was the only other golfer to improve on her day one score slightly, improving to a 118. Despite some disappointing round two scores, the Lady Cardinals still finished fifth overall in the team scoring. With her impressive two day total, Oakley Peck finished seventh individually and brought home a medal. The Lady Cards will miss their senior leadership but have plenty of young talent at their disposal that should help them make another run at state next season.

Of the three local teams that made the trip to state, the Lady Grizzlies fared the best as a team, finishing in

third place and earning them a team trophy. Kamryn Mansfield would lead the Grace girls in scoring over the two days, shooting an impressive 79 and 77. Individual district champion Karlie Christensen struggled in the first round, finishing with a score of 98. Christensen bounced back on day two and

three spots from sixth in the prelims to third in the finals of the 200 meter sprint. Christensen qualified for the finals of the 100 meters with a PR and finish in fifth overall. The top sprinting performance of the meet was put on by Jinettie Garbett. Garbett ended the season and her career with four gold medals. Three of them in individual races. To go along with her earlier mentioned 4x400 first place finish Garbett also took the top spot in the 100, 200 and 400 meter sprints. She also set a new PR and school record with her 100 meter prelim time of 12.28.

As the state championship meet finished up the Soda Springs Cardinals girls track and field team sat atop the team point totals. For the first time in school history the Lady Cardinals are track and field state champions. Coach Horsley reacted to the incredible accomplishment by saying, “This was a great group of kids...it was so fun to be a part of the Championship run. Everyone did their part and performed at a high level. There were a lot of PR's over the weekend and that is when you want to be running/ performing at your best! I was happy with the efforts of both the boys and girls. What a great way to cap off an awesome season!” It truly was an awesome season for the Cardinals track and field teams and you can bet that they will be hungry for more next year.

improved over her day one score shooting an 89 in the second round. Shaston Lloyd played solid in round one coming in with a score of 94 but lowered her score in round two to a 100. Like Lloyd, Madison Edwards had a solid day one with a 98 but again dropped on day two to a 108. The Lady Grizzlies would not need the freshman Ava Christensen’s score this time around, but she gained some great experience shooting a 139 and 136 over the two rounds. It came as no surprise to the Grizzly faithful that Mansfield and K. Christensen each finished in the top ten individually, each bringing home medals. Christensen finished ninth overall, with Mansfield coming in at fourth place. The Lady Grizzlies like the other two teams above are still very young losing only Edwards to graduation. Look to see Grace in contention to compete at state again next season. With all the youth and the quality coaching, golf in Caribou County looks like it will continue to be a force to be reckoned with for years to come.

Lady Cardinals proudly hoist the schools first ever Girls State Track Championship banner

Soda Springs team members take part in the parade of athletes

Soda Springs Lady Cardinal golf team at Circling Raven Golf Course

The Grace boys and girls golf teams competed in the state tournament