Enterprise The Idaho
Local Legend Wins Big
BY JODY REEVES
In a world full of social media where fame is based on likes and followers, it’s refreshing to hear about one local cowboy accomplishing something that very few ever will, and thereby elevating his already legendary status.
If you are not a cowboy or are not a follower of the sport of roping you may not know how impressive Cody Barfuss is. If you talk to anyone who ropes in Caribou County they will tell you that they wish they could accomplish half of what Cody has over his lifetime of cowboying. For Cody roping is a way of life and his rope is an extension of his hand. Cody has been roping his entire life. “They say when I was a kid as soon as I could start swinging a rope I was roping a rock or a bucket or a calf.” Today not much has changed for Cody, “I still rope a dummy or something every day.”
Cody developed his craft starting with just everyday cowboy work but as his skill increased he began entering competitions. Cody has competed in and won competitions all over the intermountain west including one just last weekend in Dillon Montana where he took the top prize with his team. Of all the competitions he has entered one sits right close if not on the very top of the list.
The Brannaman Pro-Am Vaquero Roping, also referred to as the Richest Ranch Roping in the World, provides a space that honors the traditional methods of vaqueros and buckaroos. Renowned horseman Buck Brannaman advocates for traditional ranch roping and the cowboy lifestyle. This multi-day event pairs professionals and amateur teams in a competitive ranch roping format. It brings together skilled competitors to celebrate and preserve traditional ranching and cowboy culture.
Cody has tried his luck at the Brannaman Pro-Am the last three years. “This competition used to be in California and I never did go to California but it’s been in Ogden the last three years and I’ve been to all three of those.” This competition differs from most other roping events that most people go to see and compete in. Cody explained it this way, “It’s a judged roping. You can get points for time but most of it is on difficulty of the loop you throw. They have different points for different loops that you throw.” Like many of you I was not aware that there was such a variety of loops one could throw to rope a calf. In this competition every loop has a name such as a scoop loop, houlihan, overhand, underhand, backhand and something called a flank trap to name just a few. With one hundred and sixty teams entered,
it’s a tough competition to win. On August 24th that’s just what Cody did with his team that consisted of himself, Kadin Wadell, and Scott Grosskopf. When asked how this win compares to the dozens of others he has grabbed over the years Cody responded simply with, “This is a pretty good honor I would say.”
The thing about Cody is he is humble, quiet, and doesn’t really like to talk about himself. That is something that is dying off in today’s culture where self grandizing seems to be the rage. In fact despite all of his accomplishments Cody takes very little credit. Even winning such a large and prestigious event Cody gave all the credit to his teammates,”They’re the ones that landed the hard shots. I just got mine roped and did what I needed to do.” And like any good cowboy would do Cody gives more credit to his horse than he claims for himself. That horse is named Uno and you could say Cody has a special relationship with him. “He’s nineteen years old and I’ve been riding him for seventeen years. He’s old but he’s still doing it.” In true Cody form he gave credit to his wife Lisa for purchasing Uno for him all those years ago.
Finally I asked Cody how all this roping and traveling has impacted his life? “It keeps me young. I’ve had a lot of young partners and they always take good care of me. I just really enjoy it and I have some really, really good friends that I spend a lot of time traveling and roping with. I don’t like to talk much but I do appreciate my teammates, the animals, and the horses that I ride.”
Art in the Garden hopes to start a tradition
Both the Caribou arts community and the Community Garden in Soda Springs love to see things grow, and they are both hopeful that an annual “Art in the Garden” event will do exactly that. Jeannine Robinett has been the heart of the community garden project since it officially launched in 2022. She was on site for the kickoff of the new tradition, along with Naconna Gentry, who took on the leadership position this year.
“It’s been an adventure!” Gentry said. “We’ve had a great time this year.” Robinett agreed, and seemed as busy as ever in her new role. “I’m one of the gardeners now,” Robinett laughed. She remains on the board, and she will be coordinating a lot of the work with president Naconna Gentry and the other members of the board.
From its beginning, the Community Garden has been a true community effort. The Presbyterian Church has been host of the garden’s location, and continues to support the project. Grants from Bayer and Nutrien have been critical at getting the garden up and going, and countless hours and immeasurable effort have been spent building the garden up. “Our first three years we relied almost completely on donations from garden members,” Robinett said. “We have also gotten a lot of donations from seed companies, and donations of plants from the high school greenhouse.” There is not a city or county dimension to funding for the garden at present, and the garden is trying out different ideas like the Art in the Garden to raise money.. “This is our first time doing anything like Art in the Garden, but we’re hoping to make this an every year fundraiser,” The other major component of the event was the arts community. As an artist and the owner of a flower shop, Marie Crane is a perfect bridge between the two worlds, and ar-
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Idaho Man Pleads Guilty in 2020 MTC Shooting
PROVO, Utah (AP) — An Idaho man has pleaded guilty to attempted murder in a 2020 shooting at the Missionary Training Center in Provo. Court records show 27-year-old Dallin William Litster of Boise admitted to firing nine rounds into an occupied security booth on August 3, 2020. A security guard inside was forced to duck for cover and sustained minor injuries from shattered glass. Investigators initially relied on surveillance footage but were unable to identify a suspect. The case advanced in May 2024 when Litster allegedly made incriminating statements while in custody in Twin Falls County, Idaho. Litster pleaded guilty to one count of attempted murder, a second-degree felony, and five counts of felony discharge of a firearm, all third-degree felonies. Sentencing is scheduled for October 7. Prosecutors have recommended consecutive prison sentences under the plea agreement.
Heavy rains trigger mudslides, Highway 21 remains closed
Heavy rains swept through Idaho’s Treasure Valley this week, triggering flooding and mudslides that disrupted travel and raised safety concerns. Some foothill locations received more than two inches of rain, overwhelming drainage systems and destabilizing steep slopes. The most serious impacts occurred along Highway 21, where multiple landslides between Lowman and Stanley forced a full closure of the roadway. With debris covering long stretches from Grandjean to Banner Summit, transportation crews postponed cleanup until conditions stabilize. Drivers were detoured onto Highway 75 through Sun Valley. In Boise, rainfall totals were far lighter, with the airport recording nearly half an inch overnight. While the moisture helped ease wildfire danger in the parched region, the rain also heightened the risk of slides in burn-scarred areas. The National Weather Service issued a flood watch across southern Idaho through the night. Officials urge travelers to check Idaho 511 for road closures and updates.
Football season finally here!
At long last, football finally returns in force. As school gets underway, a full slate of gridiron entertainment returns to fields, stadiums, and TVs everywhere. High School football began its earliest games this week, with action across the state. The college football season is also now underway, with the Utes taking down the UCLA Bruins 43-10 (!) on Saturday, BYU taking down Portland State 69-0, ISU falling to the SUU Thunderbirds 24-46, and USU beating UTEP 28-16. Other highlights included Miami beating Notre Dame in a thrilling last second field goal to take the game 27-24, and Ohio State beating Texas 14-7 on the strength of some unrelenting defense. On Thursday, the NFL officially begins its regular season with the Cowboys taking on the Eagles, and then Friday the Chiefs take on the Chargers, followed by everyone else on Sunday. There’s a chance this is the Bills’ year, right?
Caribou County, Idaho
Cody (center) with his partner Kadin Wadell and their pro Scott Grosskopf receiving their prizes with Buck Brannaham and sponsers from Wild Courage.
Cody and his horse Uno in action.
Cody, Uno and company posing for a picture following his most recent win in Dillon Montana.
Rabid bat found in nearby county
Southeastern Idaho Public Health
(SIPH) has confirmed that a bat has tested positive for rabies in Oneida County. This is the first bat this year to test positive for rabies in southeast Idaho and 6th for the state. While most bats do not carry rabies, rabies is a virtually 100% fatal viral illness in humans and other animals.
“It is extremely important for people to avoid all bats and other wild animals, particularly if they appear sick or are acting aggressively or abnormally,” said Jeff Doerr, SIPH Epidemiologist. Doerr also strongly encourages owners to contact their veterinarian if they believe their pets, regardless of vaccination status, were in contact with a bat.
Bats are the only known natural reservoir of the rabies virus in Idaho and should always be avoided. While most bats do not carry rabies, an average of 15 rabid bats are detected in Idaho each year. No area of Idaho is considered rabies-free.
The most common ways people may encounter a bat is when a pet brings one into the home or a bat enters a home through a small opening or open windows and doors.
People might also wake up to find a bat in their room and may not be sure whether they were bitten or scratched while they slept. If that happens, contact your public health office.
Bats should be tested for rabies if there is any chance a person, pet, or livestock might have been in contact with it. There is no need to test a bat that has had no interaction with people, pets, or livestock.
To protect yourself and your pets, public health officials recommend these guidelines:
Never touch bats with your bare hands.
Be very suspicious of bat activity during daylight hours.
If you or your child wakes up in the presence of a bat, discuss the situation with your medical provider.
Seemingly insignificant exposures have contributed to several fatal cases of rabies in the past.
If you have an encounter with a bat, seek medical attention immediately. Save the bat in a container and contact your local public health office immediately for testing options. NEVER handle a bat with your bare hands—use gloves, a towel, etc. Because household pets and other animals can be exposed to the virus through contact sick bats, it is important for people to make sure that their animals (dogs, cats, horses, and ferrets) are up to date on vaccinations against rabies. If your dog or cat brings a dead bat home, collect it in a plastic bag without touching it and call your local public health office for possible testing. Also, contact your veterinarian to make sure your animal’s rabies vaccinations are up-to-date.
Bat-proof your home or cabin by checking chimneys, roof peaks, loose
Fish and Game Corner
September Fish Stocking Report
Fall isn’t just for hunting! It’s also a great time of year to wet a fly or dunk a worm in your favorite fishery. Personnel from Idaho Fish and Game’s hatcheries in the Southeast Region will be releasing over 14,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout at various locations during September. Fish on!
Here is a quick summary of what you need to know about some of these fun fisheries!
• Bannock Reservoir – 1,000 rainbow trout. Located within the Portneuf Wellness Complex Park near the County Fairgrounds in Pocatello, this community park offers trout fishing with many recreational amenities nearby. The sixacre pond is surrounded by playgrounds, soccer fields, basketball courts, running and biking trails, and an amphitheater for community events. Multiple docks provide fishing access around the pond.
• Bear River below Oneida Dam –1,250 rainbow trout. These fish
will be stocked in the very scenic Oneida Narrows reach of the river below the dam. This popular section of the river offers the longest continuous public access along the entire Bear River. Make it an overnight trip and set-up camp at Red Point Campground. 10 developed sites are available on a first come, first served basis.
• Crowthers Reservoir – 1,100 rainbow trout. Tucked away on the northern edge of Malad City, this reservoir is a nice local fishing spot.
• Devil Creek Reservoir – 5,150 rainbow trout. Without a doubt, this reservoir provides some of the best trout fishing in the region and is easily accessible. Located 8 miles north of Malad, it is visible from Interstate 15.
• Crystal Springs Pond – 1,000 rainbow trout. This spring fed pond is always clear and cool! Located near Springfield, this family-friendly pond has a paved walking path and docks for easy fishing access.
screening on louvers, dormer windows, or areas where flashing has pulled away from the roof or siding. Bats can enter through holes the size of a quarter. Typically, bat-proofing is best after bats have migrated away in the fall.
Following the announcement, at least one bat has been brought into the District Health Office on 1st South and determined not to have had rabies. Be careful picking the bat up if you decide to take it in for testing. The testing needs to be done within a narrow window of time to be accurate.
For further information about rabies contact Southeastern Idaho Public Health’s Epidemiologists, at 208-478- 6303, or visit SIPH’s website at www.siphidaho.org or visit the Centers for Disease Control at cdc.gov. SIPH office numbers for local areas are: Caribou (208) 547-4375, Oneida (208) 234-5887, Power (208) 226-5096.
• Edson Fichter Pond – 1,000 rainbow trout. This community pond is located along the Portneuf River at Edson Fichter Nature Area. It features several docks and a trail for access around the pond. Just minutes from downtown Pocatello, this site offers local anglers a convenient escape close to home.
• Montpelier Reservoir – 1,200 rainbow trout. This reservoir is located in the hills east of Montpelier at an elevation of 6,500 feet. It has very basic facilities but offers a variety of fish species in a peaceful rural setting.
Stocking of all waters is tentative and dependent on river/lake/pond conditions (angler safety concerns); dates may change due to weather or staffing constraints. If you need detailed information about Idaho’s waters, fish species, facilities, maps and rules, check out the Idaho Fishing Planner on Fish and Game’s website.
Caribou County EMS is looking for individuals in our communities who are willing to become Volunteer EMTs. Currently, an Ambulance is stationed in each city in the county to cover calls in the area, but all ambulances are understaffed and are stressed to cover emergency calls.
An EMT class will be held starting on October 14th and continuing until February 10th. The coursework will be online, and classroom portions will be held on Tuesday nights from 6 PM to 10 PM. After completion of the course, EMTs are expected to take call time, where they would need to be available to respond to Emergency Calls and Transfers.
Applications are available at the EMS Office at 40 W Center in Soda Springs and on the Caribou County website. The application deadline is September 30th . For any further questions, the office can be reached at 208-547-2583 or publicsafety@caribouid.gov
Information about the area’s bats is on display this week at the EISF. Rabies transmissions to humans are uncommon, but bats are one of the primary culprits.
Art in the Garden
ranged the participation of many talented people for the event.
A group of local artists, including Lucia Marie Crane, Bonnie McKlusky, Nancy Mabey, Joanna Ruma Cofa, Autumn Mason, Kel Crane, Daff Allen, Ben Beckstead, Becky Petersen, Alex Ozburn, all provided auction items for a silent auction. The funds above the reserve which were raised through the auction, as well as donations and raffle ticket sales, will be used toward the high tunnel project.
During the afternoon, an art session for young artists was held, which led to the completion of dozens of new artworks that were used to decorate the garden. For many people, it may have been their first exposure to the garden itself, as well as many of the local artists. For others, it was perhaps nice to see the community garden busy and filled with art and nature lovers.
The mutual involvement of the arts community and gardeners, as well as donors, musicians, the Presbyterian church and others is another testament to the community involvement wrapped up in the project, and the potential for such projects to attract the talent and attention of a great area.
it, the purpose of the garden is clearly to give people a place to do what they love, and to give back to the community. “We grow stuff here for different things—we donate it to organizations that can use it, for one,” Gentry said. “ And it gives people a space to grow things that wouldn’t have it otherwise.”
To sign up to be a community gardener, the easiest way is through the group’s Facebook page, which can be found under “Soda Springs Community Gardens”.
Another testament to the community involvement, is a sign out in the garden next to a collection of antique wagon wheels, which explains the history of the Oregon Trail Rose in Caribou County.
It reads, in part: “One of our missions here at SSCG is preservation. Not just preserving food, but knowledge and history. This gardening season one of our members Kay Langedyke shared her love for the Harison Rose and the importance of this flower to our local history. What follows is a brief history of this lovely flower written by Kay Langedyke.
from the moisture her skirt would absorb as she walked in the grasses laden with morning dew.
The rose was planted close to the new home when they arrived on their homestead.
The Harison Rose was so often seen growing along the Oregon Trail that it became known as the Oregon Trail Rose. Other women brought this rose with them during the Gold Rush. In those regions, the rose became known as Miners “Wifes” Gold. It was also brought to Texas by pioneer women, and is now referred to as the Yellow Rose of Texas.
Today you can still see these roses growing alongside an old homestead or perhaps where an old homestead once stood.
These beautiful yellow roses remain a living tribute to the women who carried their roses as they walked behind a Conestoga wagon, each woman unsure of her survival while ensuring her rose’s. Planting the roots of her cherished rose while trying to establish her own roots in this new land.
In our newly planted garden, you
As the garden grows and the spreads its leaves, it can’t help but to be nourished by the attention of the many who will grow with it.
The next largescale project the garden has in mind is a “high tunnel” greenhouse structure, which will allow for a greater diversity of plants to be grown, and extend the growing season for gardeners. Grants are available to help provide much of the funding, but an initial investment and groundwork is needed before the grant can be activated.
The group is already planning for next year. “Next year we’ll put the auction paintings out in the community earlier and keep them up leading up to the event,” Marie Crane said. “Everyone feels very positive about this, and that it’s going to be a good thing going forward!” she added.
The Community Garden is a 501(c)3, and for that reason its fundraising is led by a foundation. Regardless of what name is attached to
The Oregon Trail Rose, also known as the Harison Rose, was hybridized and cultivated by George Harison, a lawyer from New York City in the 1820’s. It was a hardly species able to survive severe cold and drought conditions.
Many pioneer women began to take Harison Rose cuttings, starts, and root bundles with them on their way west.
The beauty of this yellow rose as well as its ability to thrive in difficult environments made it highly valued by these women.
There are accounts of women placing their roses next to them in their beds to keep them from freezing on cold nights and sharing their water rations with the roses.
They transported them by means of rose cuttings stuck in potatoes, starts planted in tin cans or tea cups and even by sewing the root bundle into the bottom hem of their woolen skirts. In this way, her rose would received water
Local artists donated their work to the fundraising auction. It was a perfect day to take in some art, some music,
can see a small start of a new Harison Rose, that will grow alongside irises and ranunculus.”
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Like most of the artists at the event, Becky Petersen is also a teacher and mentor.
Dave Torgesen was one of several musicians who added to the atmosphere in the garden.
BY MAKAYLA SMITH, DOG TRAINER
Service
Dogs
and Invisible Disabilities
We all have an idea of what a disability looks like. Maybe it’s someone in a wheelchair, with crutches or maybe an amputee with a prosthetic. But what about the people with disabilities that you can’t see? Heart conditions, seizure disorders, diabetes, PTSD, etc. Just because you can’t see their disability doesn’t mean that it isn’t there or that they aren’t struggling on a daily basis. It doesn’t mean that the public or businesses can decide whether they are disabled or not just because they can’t see evidence of it. Someone who appears healthy may have a seizure 5 minutes later, or pass out be-
cause their heart rate spiked or their blood sugar dropped.
While there are many Service Dogs that are trained to assist people with disabilities that can be seen, there are even more that are trained to assist people with invisible disabilities. These Service Dogs can make the difference for someone being able to work outside their home or live independently. These incredible dogs can catch dangerous episodes before symptoms even appear. They can let their handler know when they need to sit down, take medication or call for help.
It is not up to the public or businesses to discriminate against these individuals because they don’t “look” like they need a Service Dog. Sometimes, these individuals are the ones that need their Service Dogs most. Distracting one of these dogs can mean serious injury or worse for their handler. Be respectful to handlers and their dogs. You never know what someone else is dealing with.
September is National Service Dog Month. Let’s appreciate all the incredibly special dogs that make such a difference in their handler’s lives! If you or someone you know is looking for more information about service dogs or training, you are welcome to reach out through my website, google profile or social media. Sits ‘N’ Wiggles Dog Training.
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Soda Springs Animal Clinic offering peace of mind “Snout
Wellness Plans”
Katelin Labrouche, Practice Manager at the Soda Springs Animal Clinic, announced the clinic’s new pet care plan packages, which will allow pet owners to rest easy knowing that their animal’s health is on track. The packages include unlimited exams, and annual healthcare checkups and services, in addition to other necessities.
As Katelin explains: “We are so excited to share that we are offering our brand-new Snout Wellness Plans. These plans make it easy to keep your pets healthy and happy from nose to tail all year long with one simple and affordable monthly payment. We are offering wellness plans for all stages of life, puppy/ kitten, adult dog/cat, and senior dog/cat.
Included in these plans are unlimited free exams of all types, whether it’s a vaccination exam, sick exam, or recheck exam. All annual vaccinations/deworming, annual blood work, parasite screening, and 6 nail trims are included in each plan.
We also have add-on options available for spays/neuters, heartworm/flea/tick preventives (12 month supply), and dental cleanings. Pre-anesthetic blood work to check liver/kidney enzymes and red/white blood cell counts is included in each procedure add-on (spays/neuters and dentals) to ensure that every pet is well enough to go under anesthesia. These add on services are provided so that your plan fits your pet perfectly. When signing up for these wellness plans, there is no credit check and you can use the plan the same day that you sign up. These plans are a 12 month commitment, but they are designed to save you money, give you peace of mind, and keep your pet’s care on track.
Please call or stop by Soda Springs Animal Clinic for more information on these wellness packages.
Feel free to change the wording as you see fit and let me know if you have any questions or if you need any more information!”
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4:00 P.M.
Effective November 1, 2025 utility rates are set to increase. The Bancroft City Council has completed the budgeting process for 2025-2026 and determined that the following rate increases are necessary to sustain the public utility systems.
Water 4.99%
• Sewer $50.00 flat rate for Residential Customers
Commercial, Multi-family, & Outside City Limits Accounts (Contact City for Rates) Garbage 4.99%
This statement serves as a 30-day notice to inform customers of upcoming rate changes For more information contact the city office at 208-648-7648
HIRING FOR TWO POSITIONS AT CARIBOU COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER
Assistant Director Hours: 28/week.
Tuesday-Friday 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Computer Skills required: This position requires basic computer skills, especially with Word and Excel programs, as well as knowledge of internet platforms
The Assistant Director fills in for the Site Director during times when the Site Director is unavailable.
Cook Hours: 15-20 per week. Wed and Fri 7:00 a.m.2:00 p.m. Tues and Thurs, prep as needed. Minimum Lifting requirement: 50 pounds The position relies heavily on all duties to be completed within specific time requirements. Arriving to work on time is imperative.
Contact the Caribou County Senior Citizens Center at (208) 547-3007 or at 60 South Main Street in Soda Springs for more information or to apply for either position.
The Soda Springs Animal Clinic is at 611 Hwy 30, just west of town.
Ella Ozburn and her dog Emmy were among the Caribou County kids who had an exciting first weekend of the fair. We’ll bring you results from a number of events next week when they are completed.
New World Screwworm Update
BY ALLISON ELIASON
November 2024 brought a shocking announcement as Mexico confirmed a positive case of the New World Screwworm (NWS), a long eradicated pest that was detrimental to the US cattle herd for decades prior to the 1960s. Learning that the parasitic fly was once again infecting cattle through Central America has been disconcerting as it continues to makes its path northward to the US.
host. The screwworm hitched a ride from El Salvador, a country currently on the infested list. Fortunately the traveler was treated and the parasite eradicated before any transmission had occurred. But the infection was an abrupt cue for everyone involved to remain vigilant in monitoring for the NWS.
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The NWS hoards had been kept at bay, held at the Panama-Colombia border for decades by the continual release of sterile male flies from a factory established in Panama. As the female flies would mate with the sterile males, they were unable to lay any viable eggs. Unfortunately, the invisible border was breached in 2022 and the spread northward began.
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But closing the borders to Mexican cattle came with its own drawbacks, its consequences resulting in low beef supply and increased prices. In an effort to both protect the US cattle herd but also continue trading with Mexico to meet American beef needs, newly appointed Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins lifted the ban on live cattle imports on a month-by-month basis beginning in February of 2025.
By JoAnn Derson
The cause of the breach is unclear, but many attribute it to the effects of the covid pandemic. During the worldwide disruption, supply chain issues involving the Panama fly factory interrupted the consistent release of sterile flies. Cattle inspections disrupted during the pandemic throughout Central America could also carry the blame of the eventual outbreak that has led to the current infestation.
could cause a total economic loss of more than $10.6 billion.
The US is ramping up their efforts to combat the infestation heading for their borders. Returning to the same technique that once eradicated the parasite, the government is once again in the midst of a NWS sterilization program. The ultimate goal of the program is to have millions of sterilized male flies ready to be released to breed the hoard of infesting female NWS.
While the program is already underway, expanding the program to multiple facilities is a priority for the US government. A new sterile-fly production facility is planned to take shape at an Air Force base in Edinburg, Texas with plans for it to produce 300 million sterile flies weekly.
In addition to the sterile insect technique program, the US is also working to increase border monitoring with “tick raiders,” specially trained dogs trained to detect screwworm infestations in livestock.
• “Wet a plain kitchen sponge and place it in a zip-top baggie in the freezer. It’s great for bumps and bruises, tired eyes and overheated kids.” — V.I. in New Hampshire
• Always rest your bar soap on a sponge. You won’t have a soap slime problem ever again, and the soap stays put. When the sponge starts to look questionable, you can replace it or just toss it in the wash with your towels.
In the proceeding six months, no NWS has been detected connected with any Mexican imports. Still, possibility of the parasite crossing into the US is a very real concern as confirmed cases continue to move northward. Reports indicate that the flies have been detected in farms as far north as Oaxaca and Veracruz, a mere 700 miles from the US-Mexico border.
While most eyes have been on Texas to watch for the first NWS to come into the country, it was Maryland that made an official finding and announcement of the detected parasite. Instead of being found in cattle, however, this fly had infected a human
2024 saw the parasite’s most rapid spread and it moved from Panama through Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala and Mexico. Proceeding the 2022 breach, less than ten outbreaks had been seen a year. Since then, a total of 788 outbreaks have occurred across five countries, resulting in 3847 cases among livestock, spreading 920 miles from the point of origin. Researchers estimate the current spread of the NWS is 0.7 to 1.2 miles a day.
Farmers, ranchers, cattlemen, and industry advocates alike have been leading the call for action against the parasite, looking for solutions before the problem is within the US borders. Recognizing the potential fallout, USDA calculated that an outbreak
BRAIN TEASERS
With the NWS parasite eradicated for more than 50 years, it had become a pest of the past. But with its resurgence, the memories of those long years have quickly come back. Government officials, producers, and consumers can only hope that the efforts being made are enough to keep the devastating parasite from entering the US cattle herd.
At the current rate, the devastating fly will be crossing the Texas border in just over two years. But if there is anything I know about those people that advocate, protect, and promote this industry, it is that they won’t give in, give up, or stop their work until they are assured that our herd is safe. We may still be in the early stages of this reinfestation, but I’m putting my money on the man with the swatter. One way or another, he is going to get those pesky flies.
• “Sunday dinner is great for so many reasons, as our family reserves this day to be together at mealtime. It has also become a day to touch base on appointments and obligations for the coming week. We discuss what each of us has going on upcoming, and we post our schedules on the fridge on Sunday evening. This way, we can help one another and keep each of us accountable. It works for us!” — A.A. in California
• “A really nice gift for a family with young children is a family membership to a local science and history museum. It’s a gift that keeps on giving, and it’s very flexible, because with a membership, you can go all day or just a few hours to keep it light.” — C.W. in Virginia
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EVENT CALENDARS
SODA SPRINGS CARIBOU COUNTY
September 5, Friday
Caribou County Senior Dinner
Bridge @ The Senior Center
Catholic Daily Mass (9am)
IDAN-HA Movie
FB BYE- Week
Teacher Workday/Inservice
September 6, Saturday
IDAN-HA Movie
Cardinal Classic
XC Cardinal Classic
September 7, Sunday
Presbyterian Services
Caribou Bible Church Services
Catholic Mass (8:30am)
Open Arms Church Services
LDS Services
Hope Lutheran Church
September 8, Monday
Catholic Daily Mass (9am)
September 10, Wednesday
IDAN-HA Movie
FB vs American Falls
VB @ Declo
September 11, Thursday
Catholic Daily Mass (6:30pm)
IDAN-HA Movie
VB @ West Side
Volleyball @ Grace
GRACE
September 5, Friday
School Day 8:00 am- 1:00 pm
HS FB @ Murtaugh 4:00/7:00
September 6, Saturday
HS VB @ West Jefferson
HS XC @ Soda Springs
September 7, Sunday
LDS Services
September 8, Monday
Preschool Story Hour @ Library 10:30am
September 9, Tuesday
HS VB HOME vs Murtaugh
September 10, Wednesday
School District Meeting Picture Retakes
September 11, Thursday
HS VB HOME vs Butte County
BANCROFT
September 5, Friday
FB w/ Shoshone
September 6, Saturday
VB Trimatch @ Water Springs
September 7, Sunday
LDS Services
September 8, Monday
MS VB w/ Am. Heritage
HS VB w/ Am. Heritage
September 9, Tuesday
MS VB w/ Watersprings
September 11, Thursday
MS VB @ Grace Lutheran
HS VB @ Grace Lutheran
MS FB W/ Challis
ON THIS DAY
1833 First newsboy hired (Barney Flaherty, 10 years old by the NY Sun)
1882 In its first large-scale test, Thomas Edison’s light bulb is used to light NY’s Pearl Street Station
1888 George Eastman patents the first roll-film camera and registers the brand name “Kodak”
1893 English author Beatrix Potter first writes the story of Peter Rabbit for a 5-year-old boy
1922 William Walmsley and William Lyons officially found the Swallow Sidecar company (later Jaguar Cars) in Blackpool, England
1927 Charles Lindbergh visits Boise, Idaho, on his cross-country tour
1950 NASCAR’s first paved super speedway, Darlington Raceway hosts Southern 500, first 500-mile event in NASCAR history; winner Johnny Mantz in a Plymouth
1972 “The Price is Right” - US’s longest running games show debuts on CBS
1995 Cult TV series “Xena: Warrior Princess” starring Lucy Lawless and Renee O’Connor debuts in the US
1998 Google is formally incorporated by Larry Page and Sergey Brin, two students at Stanford University
2002 Kelly Clarkson is crowned the winner of the first series of “American Idol” TV singing competition series
2018 Amazon becomes America’s second trillion dollar company
LUNCH MENUS
SODA SPRINGS LUNCH MENU
Lunches served with Fruit, Veggies & Milk
Monday, September 8
Pizza, Breadstick
Tuesday, September 9
Chicken Pasta Bake
Wednesday, September 10
Taco Soup, Tortilla Chips
Thursday, September 11
Chicken Strips, Chips
NORTH GEM LUNCH MENU
Milk and Choice of Bar Each Day
Monday, September 8
Mini Calzones, Deli Bar, Green Beans, Pineapple Crisp
Tuesday, September 9
Hotdogs, Deli Bar, Sweet Potato Fries, Fresh Orange Wedges
Wednesday, September 10
Meatball Subs, Deli Bar, California Spinach Salad, Mixed Fruit
Thursday, September 11
Sloppy Joes, Tator Tot Casserole, Deli Bar, Peas/Carrots, Peaches
GRACE LUNCH MENU
Lunches served with Milk
Monday, September 8
Popcorn Chicken, Fried Rice, Food Choices: Refried Beans, Corn, Mandarin Oranges
Tuesday, September 9
Pepperoni Cheese bread, Food Choices: Corn, Peaches
Wednesday, September 10
Chicken Alfredo, Breadstick, Food Choices: Roasted Broccoli, Mandarin Oranges
Thursday, September 11
Corn Dog, Mac & Cheese, Food Choices: Green Beans, Pork and Beans, Applesauce
CARIBOU COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS' MENU
Every meal served with Juice/Milk/Coffee
Sept 5 - Sweet and Sour Chicken, Asian Veggies, Sourdough Bread, Peaches & Cream
Sept 10 -Grilled Ham & Chs w/Tomato Soup, Applesauce, Pumpkin Choc. Chip Cookie
*Birthday Cake and Ice Cream is served in-house only!
BIRTHDAYS
Dean Checketts, Sept. 2
Brent Madson, Sept. 6
Sabrina Gummersall. Sept. 8
Barbara Willes, Sept. 8
Thayne Gentry, Sept. 9
Rodney Wood, Sept. 9
Judy Pope, Sept. 9
Jim Johnson, Sept. 10
Kathryn Giles, Sept. 10
Doris Hayden, Sept. 11
Bob Hovanski, Sept. 12
Mike Lloyd, Sept. 12
Gail Roholt, Sept. 12
KenaAnn Moore, Sept. 13
Glenn Barker, Sept. 17
Glayd Christensen, Sept. 17
Ashli Crump, Sept. 17
Jerry Brown, Sept. 18
Clarice Roholt, Sept. 18
Linda Toone, Sept. 18
Ron Weaver, Sept.18
Rick Dunn, Sept. 19
Carolyn Smith, Sept. 19
Betty Gentry, Sept. 20
Janiece Hildreth, Sept. 20
Louise Somsen, Sept. 21
Cindy Bunderson, Sept. 21
Howard Pope, Sept. 21
Tom Phelps, Sept. 22
Janeye Perron, Sept. 23
Diane Roholt, Sept. 24
Konni Petersen, Sept. 25
Doris Stephens, Sept. 26
Ian Crofts, Sept. 28
Marthell Fowler, Sept. 29
Steve Peterson, Sept. 29
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
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.
2020
The Soda Springs Rotary Club would like to thank all the participants and sponsors who supported the “Discover Caribou County” summer event. This virtual scavenger hunt resulted in hundreds of photos of families enjoying sites around our beautiful county. The photos can be seen on Facebook under the #discovercariboucounty hashtag. A great time was had by all participants. One remarked “Had so much fun doing the #discovercariboucounty scavenger hunt sponsored by the Rotary Club! There’s a lot to see and learn about in out little town!”
Contributors to the event included Bayer, Caribou Memorial Hospital, the Caribou County Sun, and Itafos. The winners of the $50 and $100 prizes, chosen by random drawing, were Miranda Winward, Mindy Jensen, Laura Lind, Georgia Brown, Stephanie Funk, Wayne and Dori Clegg, Brydon Smith, Blair and Jackie Winward, Shanda Richey, Laruen Naser, Natalie Dickaut, Tyesha Harrison, Eli Thalman, Jimmy Workman, LuCus and Dusti Spencer, Mindy Jensen, Shannon Gentry, Hope Hansen, Jessica Fullmer, Rachel Hamilton, Debbie Hansen, Sean Wiggin, Erica Goode, Mike Farnworth, Alison Allen, Crystal Galloway, Charity Partain, Anna Skinner, Brian and Lindsey Grimm, Karleigh Hooper, Shari Goode, Selena Barrett, and Becca Renfroe.
Governor Brad Little last week issued a proclamation outlining the issues to e considered by the Idaho Legislature during a special legislative session. The governor’s proclamation calls for a special legislative session to address the COVID-19 pandemic in Idaho, including election law changes that are needed in order to facilitate a safe and secure November election during the pandemic. Each of the topics chosen for the special session were recommended by the Idaho Legislature after study and analysis by legislative working groups that identified the topics and recommended each to the governor for consideration. The Idaho Constitution gives the governor the authority to call a special legislative session, and the governor is required to specify the subjects for consideration. Special legislative sessions by law are of a limited duration and by recent tradition last only a day or two. “Special legislative sessions by their very nature are intended to deal with time sensitive issues that require immediate legislative action and cannot wait until the ge4neral session in January,” Governor Little said. Governor Little chose not to include two legislative proposals in his proclamation—one related to public health district authorities and another on education funding. Governor Little said further discussion on both topics is merited, and public discourse will continue during the legislative session in January. “We owe it to taxpayers to pull off a swift and successful special legislative session ,” Little said. “I appreciate the work our legislators put into the proposals for a special session and for their willingness to come to Boise and address these issues on behalf of the people we serve.”
From the Caribou Historical Society: Through the efforts of many, the CCHS has put together their first completed display in the museum located at 100 E. Hooper Ave in the old ZCMI/ Horsley Mercantile/Stoor’s Grocery building in Soda Springs. The building, erected in 1885, has been under renovation for nearly two years, and although it is still a work in progress the main part of the old store portion is nearly complete. As the finish work inside the store part of the building was being completed the idea took hold of the display honoring the famed Dr. Ellis Kackley. Dr. Kackley, who was to become the best-known doctor in Southeastern Idaho, came to Soda Springs, Idaho in April of 1898, after answering an advertisement placed in a medical magazine by Postman L.C. Eastman. Young Dr. Kackley graduated from the University of Tennessee in 1898 and within three days was in
Soda Springs, where he spent his life making house calls, delivering babies, and administering to the sick. When WWI was declared he was among the first to volunteer and served as a lieutenant in the Army Medical Corps during four major encounters before returning home in 1918. This was one of the few times he spent away from his practice. Early on, most cases were treated in the homes of those needing treatment. Later, the upper story of the Fryar’s Hotel was converted to a private hospital. Dr. Kackley was influential in the building of a county hospital in 1926 and used his own money t purchase some of the equipment. Sr. Kackley died in Soda Springs on November 21, 1943. His funeral was held in the high school gymnasium as it was the only building in town big enough to hold the throngs of admiring mourners wishing to pay tribute to the good doctor. Caribou Historical Society members Galen Wilson, Bill Horsley, Carol Goodsell, and especially Jerry Stoor, have been key in the renovation of the building and set up of the display. The Caribou Memorial Hospital has had a collection of old medical items and pictures of both Dr. Ellis Kackley and his son, Dr. Evan M. Kackley’s, medical instruments on display for several years in the lobby of the hospital. It comes as no surprise that recreation is exploding on public lands and people are flocking to the outdoors. However, with the unprecedented level of use, various problems are starting to emerge, campgrounds are at capacity, trash continues to accumulate and patience is thinning as boat ramps remain congested and dispersed sites always seem to be full. With the increase in use, fire officials are seeing an increase in abandoned campfires throughout the region. Conditions in the area are dry and a fire may start easily, spread quickly and burn intensely. Everyone in asked to practice heightened fire safety at all times. This past week, firefighters responded to two small fires caused by abandoned campfires; one in the Jedidiah Smith Wilderness, in an area where campfires are prohibited, and another just north of Kilgore. Eastern Idaho Interagency Fire personnel have extinguished over 60 unattended or abandoned campfires so far this summer. Abandoned campfires can quickly escalate into wildfires. Where campfires are allowed, it is extremely important that they are completely extinguished and cold to the touch before campers leave their site. Visitors should never leave a fire unattended and can be held liable for suppression costs if their campfire becomes a wildfire. During times of elevated fire danger, a campfire is not encouraged.
Beginning Aug 31, the Caribou-Targhee National Forest, in conjunction with its partners, will replace two deficient bridges and realign the road around a wetland area susceptible to annual flooding. Delays could be possible on Diamond Creek Road as workers remove and install culverts and cattleguards. All work is expected to be completed by Oct. 2. Crews will relocate approximately 1,500 feet of the Diamond Creek Road located in the floodplain near Coyote Creek, which is impacted annually by flooding from beaver dam activities. The project is designed to permanently address this problem by moving the road east to the outer edge of the valley bottom. This effort is made pos-
sible through a partnership involving the Forest, Caribou County, Upper Blackfoot Confluence, Lower Valley Energy, Bureau of Reclamation and the Greater Yellowstone Coordinating Committee.
2010
The Chesterfield Foundation Board has recently acquired the Muir/Butterfield/MacArthur home on the Chesterfield Townsite. Theis home is located on the Chesterfield Road and the corner of the 24-Mile Road. It is the first home you see as you arrive on the townsite from Bancroft. This acquisition now completes the town site block of one mile of seven 10-acre blocks from south to north and three quarters mile of five 10-acre block from east to west for the foundation. This puts all of the area under its protection as the town site is on the historical register. This home is the oldest documented brick home in the town, which dates bate the 1887. It was built by Moses Muir for his family.
A Sea Knight military helicopter and its crew took precautionary measures Saturday when it landed at the Soda Springs Airport because of the unstable weather that was creating strong winds, thunderstorms, and hail. The helicopter is used for transporting combat troops and equipment.
Mads Christensen has decided to retire from Crop Production Services after 50 years of employment. Mad hired on the year of 1960 under Lloyd Wilson for Wilson Farm Service. Mads started out flagging for Lloyd Wilson. He then moved to an applicator for years, until he eventually became operations supervisors, where he could tinker around the shop, drive truck or do mechanic work. In 2010 Mads was named Serviceman of the Year by the Far West Agra Business Association. Mads plans to fish, hunt, and restore old tractor during his retirement.
2000
A time capsule was places inside a stone marker at Caribou Memorial Hospital in 1968 when the facility was built, replacing the old county hospital on the site where the US Bank now stands. Hospital Administrator John Hoopes saw the stone marker in the hospital’s maintenance shed and asked the contents of the box. Carl Lemons, maintenance supervisor, who has worked at the hospital since 1977, said when the hospital was enlarged in 1997 the marker had to be removed and the contents of the time capsule have been kept in his desk drawers since then. Hoopes, who enjoys local history, took the time capsule and has placed the contents inside three large frames, now hanging on the wall opposite the elevators on the hospital’s first floor.
Lightning strikes kept fire fighters busy again this past week. Caribou County Fire Captain Roger Rigby reported lightning started a fire off the Kelly-Toponce Road Thursday. Fire fighters responded and contained it to an eighth of an acre. A Friday lightning strike on Carter Lane southwest of Grace burned 25 acres and threatened two homes. Rigby said rain came in and helped them contain the fire. While mopping it up, they were paged to Mabey Canyon near 10-Mile. BLM ordered air drops on the 30 acre fire when it threatened structures and one home. That fire, too, was lightning related.
The Soda Springs Public Library Children’s Story Time is starting again. It is the goal of parents and educators to help children become successful readers. The library staff wants your child to love books and love reading too.
1970
Tragedy struck the community of Bancroft on Saturday evening when Kim Faulkner, 18, and Patrick Dennis O’Brien, 17, were killed in a car-train accident at the intersection of Highway 30 North and a spur track of the Union Pacific Railroad just east of Bancroft. Brent Crump, 18, driver of the car, and Debra Kopetzzky, 13, a passenger, were rushed to the Caribou Memorial Hospital where Miss Kopetzky was listed as critical and Crump in serious condition.
Superintendent Ellis L. Williams announced that al schools in Soda Springs District 150 will open at 9 a.m. on Monday, Aug 31, for a onehalf day session. Students are urged not to arrive at school earlier than 8:50 .m. Classroom and teacher assignments will be posted in the elementary schools adjacent to the door of each room. Junior and Senior High School students will proceed to the auditorium where complete details concerning class schedules will be announced. A “Back to School Dance” will be held immediately after the football game, sponsored by the Call of ’71. Music will be by “Boss Tweed.” Mr. and Mrs. Martin Ruggles, accompanied by Mrs. Ruggles’ sister, Mrs. Oralynn Meecham, returned to their homes after vacationing a month in Dallas, Texas. They visited their niece and family, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Jones. The Ruggles left a few days later, spending a week in Yellowstone Park and Jackson, accompanied by their niece Mrs. George B. Tracy of San Francisco, and then spending five days in Salt Lake City visiting their son and family, Mr. and Mrs. Dale Panting, their grandchildren, Mr. and Mrs. Duance Beins and Mr. and Mrs. Peter J. Fillmore. Their granddaughter Lori Dawn Panting, accompanied them to Salt Lake. They returned home Sunday evening.
Thursday, September 4 Friday, September 5 Saturday, September 6
Nobody 2 (R)
Suburban dad Hutch Mansell, a former lethal assassin, is pulled back into his violent past after thwarting a home invasion, setting off a chain of events that unravels secrets about his wife Becca’s past and his own.
Thursday, Friday & Saturday 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
Saturday Matinee
2:00 p.m. (All seats $5)
Wednesday, September 10
6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. (All seats $5)
The location of the clinic scheduled to begin construction in Grace next year. The location is just south of the City Park.
PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENT TO PROPOSE OR PROMULGATE NEW OR CHANGED AGENCY RULES
The following agencies of the state of Idaho have published the complete text and all related, pertinent information concerning their intent to change or make the following rules in the latest publication of the state Administrative Bulletin.
The proposed rule public hearing request deadline is September 17, 2025, unless otherwise posted.
The proposed rule written comment submission deadline is September 24, 2025, unless otherwise posted. (Temp & Prop) indicates the rulemaking is both Temporary and Proposed. (*PH) indicates that a public hearing has been scheduled.
IDAPA 16 – DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELFARE
PO Box 83720, Boise, ID 837200036
*16-0313-2501, ConsumerDirected Services (*PH) Chapter Repeal moves and consolidates necessary provisions under docket 160326-2501.
IDAPA 20 – IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF LANDS
PO Box 83720, Boise, ID 837200050
*20-0304-2401, Rules for the Regulation of Beds, Waters, and Airspace Over Navigable Lakes in the State of Idaho (*PH) Zero-Based Regulation (ZBR) Chapter Rewrite regulates docks, marinas, piers, buoys, pilings, breakwaters, boat ramps, and other facilities used to support water craft, as well as landfills, bridges, utility lines, float homes, boat garages, and other structures as encroachments on, in, or above navigable lakes in the state for the protection of property, navigation, fish and wildlife habitat, aquatic life, recreation, aesthetic beauty, and water quality.
IDAPA 26 – IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
5657 Warm Springs Ave, Boise, ID 83716
*26-0120-2501, Rules
Governing the Administration of Park and Recreation Areas and Facilities (*PH) Proposed changes remove outdated references, clarify unclear language, and update fees to the maximum statutory cap to align with economic climate.
IDAPA 35 – STATE TAX COMMISSION
PO Box 36, Boise ID 837220036
*35-0102-2501, Idaho Sales and Use Tax Administrative Rules (*PH) ZBR Chapter Rewrite aims to reach the full jurisdictional extent of Idaho’s authority to impose an excise tax upon each sale at retail of the sales price of all property subject to taxation under this act and on the storage, use, or other consumption in this state of tangible personal property. Comment by 10/16/25
*35-0106-2501, Hotel/Motel Room and Campground Sales Tax Administrative Rules (*PH) ZBR Chapter Rewrite aims to reach the full jurisdictional extent of the state of Idaho’s authority for taxes imposed on providing accommodations. Comment by 10/16/25
IDAPA 38 – IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION
PO Box 83720, Boise, ID 837200035
38-0404-2501, Rules Governing Capitol Mall Parking ZBR Chapter Rewrite provides enforceable guidelines for the safe and equitable operation of the parking facilities on the capitol mall.
IDAPA 58 – DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
1410 N Hilton St, Boise, ID 83706
*58-0101-2501, Rules for the Control of Air Pollution in Idaho (*PH) To maintain consistency, this rulemaking updates federal regulations incorporated by reference necessary to retain state primacy of Clean Air Act programs. Comment by 10/3/25
58-0108-2501, Idaho Rules for Public Drinking Water Systems Rule changes update incorporations by reference of the federal Consumer Confidence Report Rule and the Lead and Copper Rule, as well as make nonsubstantive
revisions for clarity and ease of use. Comment by 10/1/25
58-0111-2501, Ground Water Quality Rule ZBR Chapter Rewrite establishes minimum requirements for protection of ground water quality through standards and an aquifer categorization process and serves as a basis for the administration of programs which address ground water quality.
58-0112-2501, Rules for Administration of Wastewater and Drinking Water Loan Funds ZBR Chapter Rewrite provides administrative procedures and requirements for establishing, implementing, and administering a state loan program for providing financial assistance to eligible applicants of water pollution control projects and qualifying entities of public water system facilities.
58-0116-2501, Wastewater Rules (*PH) ZBR Chapter Rewrite establishes the procedures and requirements for the planning, design, and operation of wastewater facilities and the discharge of wastewaters and human activities which may adversely affect public health and water quality in the waters of the state.
Comment by 10/1/25
EXECUTIVE ORDER OF THE GOVERNOR 2025-05, The Idaho Act NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND EXTENSION OF WRITTEN COMMENT PERIOD
(Please see the Administrative Bulletin for date(s) and time(s) of meeting(s) and other participant information) IDAPA 15 – OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR / IDAHO COMMISSION FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED
*15-0230-2401, Business Enterprise Program (*PH)
Comment by 9/24/25
Please refer to the Idaho Administrative Bulletin September 3, 2025, Volume 25-9, for the notices and text of all rulemakings, proclamations, negotiated rulemaking and public hearing information and schedules, executive orders of the Governor, and agency contact information.
Issues of the Idaho Administrative Bulletin can be viewed at www. adminrules.idaho.gov/
Office of the Administrative Rules Coordinator, Division of Financial Management, PO Box 83720, Boise, ID 83720-0032 Phone: 208-334-3900; Email: adminrules@dfm.idaho.gov
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2026 PROPOSED FISCAL YEAR BUDGET REVISED 10-1-25 TO 9-30-26 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE BOARD OF FREEDOM FIRE DISTRICT OF CARIBOU COUNTY , IDAHO MEET ON AUGUST 13TH, AT PM AT THE LDS CHURCH FREEDOM WYOMING THE PURPOSE OF CONSIDERING A FINAL BUDGET AND MAKING APPROPRIATIONS
FUND THE MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION BUDGET THE NEXT FISCAL YEAR. AT ANY TIME, ANY TAXPAYER MAY APPEAR AND BE HEARD UPON PART OR PARTS OF THE SAID TENTATIVE BUGET, AND THAT THE FOLLOWING
TABLE SETS FOR THE AMOUNTS TO BE APPROPRIATED MAINTENACE AND OPERATIONS FOR NEXT FISCAL YEAR TOGETHER WITH AMOUNT EXPANDED FOR “MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION” DURING FISCAL YEAR OF OCTOBER 2025 SEPETEMBER 2026 SAID DEPARTMENTS -WIT
THE PROPOSED BUDGET BASED ON THE ANALYSIS OF ANTICIPATED REVENUE AS IS REFLECTED IN FOLLOWING SCHEDULE: FUND M&O APPROVED BUDGET
CASH FORWARD
$7825.00
BALANCE $1144.00 ESTIMATED REVENUE FROM TAX $6520.00
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Powerball keeps building with no winner Monday
It’s a great time to live near the Utah border for south Idaho communities, as the Powerball jackpot continues to increase. Great for everything other than traffic and lines, that is. As Monday’s $1.3 billion jackpot went unclaimed, the value is certain to explode for Wednesdays next drawing.
The current jackpot is fifth on the all-time list, with last year’s $1.33 billion won by an Oregon player (fourth on the list) probably already passed by the Tuesday afternoon. The top three jackpot totals were $2.04 billion in 2022, which was won in California, a $1.765 billion jackpot won in California in 2023, and a
NEWS OF RECORD
CARIBOU COUNTY SHERIFF
Suzane Garro Botterill, San Jose, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50
Brett Devin Brandon, Boise, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Lee Chulwoo, Same, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50
Regina Gui Crocker, Mims, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Teagan Ashley Daniels, Malad, fail to use safety restraint, $10.00
David Lucas Deru, Ogden, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Thomas Alan Heinlein, Fruita, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Lukian Nicholas Homutoff, Hubbard, windshield and/or window view to be unobstructed, $10.50, costs $56.50
Titus Michael Lowe, Montperlier, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Denise Angela Medina, Clearfielde, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Deegan Mullen, Soda Springs, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Harmony Irene Perrault, Walnut Creek,
$1.586 billion jackpot won in California, Florida, and Tennessee.
A full jackpot winner would need to match all five numbers and the Powerball number, which has odds (as of Tuesday) of roughly 1 in 293 million. A winner would have the option of an annuity that paid out a portion every year, or a one time (heavily taxed) payout of $498.4 million. No small potatoes, either way. Just in case you have a ticket lying around, the numbers drawn on Monday were 8,23,25,40,53, and a Powerball of 5. The Power Play was 3. A number of people won multi-million dollar payouts,
speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Joshua Ahiezer Shafeeq, Morrison, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Michael Ray Smith, McCammon, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50
Autumn Beth Stewart, Odgen, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Mitt Michael Tingey, Grace, fail to register vehicle annually, $10.50, costs $56.50
Treyl Nehemiah Torres, McCammon, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Michael Tselman, Brighton, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Jonryheem Wolfley-Peoples, Pocatello, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs
$56.50
Da Yu, NA, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50
SODA SPRINGS POLICE
Matthew Louis Celender, Bradenton, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs
$56.50
Lezhou Fan, Shanghai China, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50
but there were no reported winners of the jackpot.
The next drawing will be Wednesday, September 3, at 8:59 p.m. local time. If there is no winner on Wednesday, the drawings will continue on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays until the jackpot is claimed.
The value of the jackpot tends to escalate rapidly once it passes one billion and several unclaimed drawings occur. Businesses all around Idaho, but especially across the line from Utah, which doesn’t allow Powerball sales, have reported brisk business, which will likely only increase until the fever is broken.
Mitchell Abram Jones, Clackamas, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Wenhan Liao, Brooklyn, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Zach Ryan Martinez, Gilbert, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Haylee Faith McNeil, North Logan, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Kase Landon Ostler, Rexburg, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50
Juan Antonio Romro Prez, Riverside, consume or possess open container by passenger, $15.50, costs $86.50
IDAHO STATE POLICE
Grant Marshall Baker, Valparaiso, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50
Garrett Coote, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50
Daniel Albert Gonzales, Provo, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50
Eden R Gossett, Pocatello, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50
Gavan Ryan Smith, Soda Springs, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Eastern Idaho State Fair Schedule
ON THE GROUNDS ALL WEEK
8 am – 10 pm Livestock Barns
10 am – 10 pm Commercial and Exhibitor Buildings
1 – 11 pm Butler Amusements Carnival Rides
1, 3 & 5 pm Mimealot – Strolling in the Food Court Area
1:30, 3:30, & 5:30 pm Rebecca Fireplug – Strolling State Fair Circle
2, 4 & 6 pm Magic Ben – Strolling on Blue Ribbon Boulevard
WEST EVENTS AREA ALL WEEK
10 am – 10 pm Cowtown – Milking Times: Noon, 3 & 6 pm Presented by Idaho Farm Bureau
11 am – 9 pm The Backyard – Family Fun Zone
1, 3 & 5 pm Molly’s Choose Your Own Adventure – The Musical (at The Backyard)
2, 4 & 7 pm Birdman Presented by: Idaho Central Credit Union
Wednesday, September 3
THE BANK OF COMMERCE GRANDSTAND
8 am Barrel Racing – FREE
1 pm Horse Pulling with Utah Horse Pull Association – FREE
7:30 pm Gem State Classic Pro RodeoPresented by: Schows, Inc BIG DOG FREE STAGE
2 – 9 pm Check stage for daily schedule of local entertainment
1, 4 & 7 pm Vanessa Carpenter
3 & 5 pm Dan Meyer – Sword Swallower AGWEST FARM CREDIT FREE STAGE
2 – 9 pm Check stage for daily schedule of local entertainment
5 & 8 pm Evie Clair
6 & 9 pm Richard Barker – Incredible Hypnotist HOME ARTS BUILDING –Demonstration Kitchen
10 am – 4 pm Daily Demonstrations INFIELD
9 am Draft Horse Hitches, Unbraided 11 am Pony Driving Classes GODDARD PAVILION
8 am - 8 pm Dairy Demonstration
9 am Boer Goat Show, Commercial Meat – Div. C
10 am Boer Goat Show, Junior Bucks (following Division C)
11 am Boer Goat Show, Registered Does (following Jr. Bucks)
Noon Boer Goat Judging, Purebred (following Reg. Does)
1 pm Boer Goats Group Class (following Purebred)
5 pm Jr. Draft Horse Showmanship Competition, Unbraided & Mules
6 pm 4-H Market Sheep Show
BEEF SHOW BARN
5 pm Open Market Animal Classic Show
GOAT ARENA
9 am Jr. & Sr. Dairy Goat Showman-
ship Show 10 am Jr. Doe Dairy Goat Show (following Showmanship Classes)
YELLOW DAIRY SHOW BARN 9 am 4-H Rabbit Show
Thursday, September 4
Discounted gate with Local News
8 - $5 adult gate admission with new school supplies donation until 1 pm
THE BANK OF COMMERCE GRANDSTAND
11 am Pre-Race Indian Relay Cultural Event – FREE Noon – 1:30 pm Indian Relay Races – FREEPresented by: Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel
7:30 pm Jeff Dunham
BIG DOG FREE STAGE
10 am – 8 pm Check stage for daily schedule of local entertainment 1, 4 & 7 pm Vanessa Carpenter
3 & 5 pm Dan Meyer – Sword Swallower
AGWEST FARM CREDIT FREE STAGE
10 am– 9 pm Check stage for daily schedule of local entertainment
5 & 8 pm Evie Clair
6 & 9 pm Richard Barker – Incredible Hypnotist
HOME ARTS BUILDING – Demonstration Kitchen
10 am – 4 pm Daily Demonstrations
INFIELD
9 am Draft Horse Hitches, Unbraided
GODDARD PAVILION
8 am - 8 pm Dairy Demonstration
10 am 4-H Market Goat Show
1 pm 4-H Market Sheep Showmanship
2 pm 4-H Breeding Sheep Show (following 4-H Market Sheep Show)
BEEF SHOW BARN
10 am Junior Hereford Show
1:30 pm Herefords
5 pm 4-H Beef Show
GOAT ARENA
9 am Dairy Goat Sr. Doe Show
YELLOW DAIRY SHOW BARN
8 am 4-H Swine Show Noon 4-H Dairy Cattle Show
Friday, September 5
THE BANK OF COMMERCE GRANDSTAND Noon Pari-Mutuel Racing and Indian Relay RacesPresented by: Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel
7:30 pm Train with Edwin McCain
BIG DOG FREE STAGE
10 am - 8 pm Check stage for daily schedule of local entertainment
1, 4 & 7 pm Vanessa Carpenter
3 & 5 pm Dan Meyer – Sword Swallower
AGWEST FARM CREDIT FREE STAGE
10 am – 9 pm Check stage for daily schedule of local entertainment
5 & 8 pm Evie Clair
6 & 9 pm Richard Barker – Incredible Hypnotist
HOME ARTS BUILDING – Demonstration Kitchen
10 am – 6 pm Daily Demonstrations
INFIELD
9 am Draft Horse Hitches, Unbraided (east end)
9:30 am FFA Horse Judging (west end)
GODDARD PAVILION
8 am - 8 pm Dairy Demonstration
9:30 am FFA Livestock Judging 4 pm Pony Halter Classes
BEEF SHOW BARN
8 am Mini Herefords
9 am Junior Mini Hereford Showmanship
10 am Junior American Angus Show
12:30 pm American Angus Show
3 pm Supreme Over All Beef
6 pm 4-H Jr. Livestock Market Animal Sale
YELLOW DAIRY SHOW BARN
9 am 4-H Dairy Judging Contest followed by Dairy Skill- a-thon
GOAT ARENA
10 am FFA Potato Judging Competition
Saturday, September 6
THE BANK OF COMMERCE GRANDSTAND Noon Pari-Mutuel Racing and Indian Relay RacesPresented by: Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel
7:30 pm September Slam Demolition Derby Presented by Blackfoot Elks Lodge
10 am - 8 pm Check stage for daily schedule of local entertainment 2 – 4 pm Dirt Road Dancing Swing Competition 1, 4 & 7 pm Vanessa Carpenter 1 & 5 pm Dan Meyer – Sword Swallower
AGWEST FARM CREDIT FREE STAGE 10 am – 9 pm Check stage for daily schedule of local entertainment 5 & 8 pm Evie Clair 6 & 9 pm Richard Barker – Incredible Hypnotist
WEST EVENTS AREA
10 am – 10 pm Cowtown – Milking Times: Noon, 3 & 6 pmPresented by: Idaho Farm Bureau
11 am – 9 pm The Backyard – Family Fun Zone
1, 3 & 5 pm Molly’s Choose Your Own Adventure – The Musical (at The Backyard)
2, 4 & 7 pm Birdman Presented by Idaho Central Credit Union
WEST EVENTS ARENA
10 am The Jay Ellis Memorial Lil’ Cowpoke RodeoSponsored by: Blackfoot Elks, B–B Leather, and Eastern Idaho State Fair
INFIELD 9 am Draft Horse Hitches, YouthUnbraided
GODDARD PAVILION
8 am - 8 pm Dairy Demonstration
9 am Open Wether Sire & Dam Show
4-H BUILDING
1 pm 4-H Style Revue
YELLOW DAIRY SHOW BARN
9 am 4-H Livestock Judging Contest
There were several Caribou County kids in horse show events over the weekend, which we will bring you in the next edition.
4-H projects and ribbons can be seen in the 4-H building at the Fairgrounds.
New U of I Extension tool helps farmers protect crops, cut costs
A new online tool from University of Idaho Extension is helping farmers across the state better protect crops, reduce unnecessary pesticide applications and save money by tracking how seasonal heat affects crop growth and pest development.
The Growing Degree Day Calculator, developed by Canyon County Extension educator Jemila Chellappa, uses daily temperature data to predict when key crops and insect pests reach critical growth stages. The calculator gives farmers science-based guidance on the best times to apply pesticides, irrigate or fertilize.
“For generations, farmers have turned to the calendar, but the calendar can’t tell you what the weather has or hasn’t done,” Chellappa said. “We now have a user-friendly, real-time tool to help farmers, researchers and advisors across the Pacific Northwest track crop development and pest stages based on temperature, not just the calendar.”
A growing degree day is a measurement of how hot it’s been over a 24-hour period, comparing the mean temperature against a base value. The calculator is available on the Pacific Northwest Pest Alert Network website at pnwpestalert.
net/gdd, operated by UI Extension, Idaho Master Gardeners, Oregon State University and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture. The calculator draws localized data from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation’s AgriMet weather stations. Several Treasure Valley farmers are already using the beta version of the calculator.
Chellappa is working to incorporate the state’s major crops into the calculator and has already added potatoes, sugarbeets, alfalfa, barley and wheat. The software uses site-specific calculations to pinpoint the growth stages of key pests and diseases affecting those commodities.
By enabling farmers to eliminate unnecessary chemical applications, this calculator also protects beneficial insects or biocontrol agents that predate on pests.
Furthermore, farmers can use the calculator to track whether their crops are progressing on schedule and to identify likely causes if crop development falls behind where the calculator indicates it should be.
Chellappa is seeking funding and partners to continue expanding the calculator’s capabilities.
Cardinals Offense Struggles On The Road
BY JODY REEVES
The Soda Springs Cardinals took on the Ririe Bulldogs on the road last week. For the second week in a row Soda Springs faced an opponent that is trending upward in their respective districts. The Bulldogs have a big physical line that they are built around. The majority of plays coming from the Ririe offense were designed to attack the middle of the defense where they looked to just overpower the smaller defensive line of the Cardinals. Despite being outmatched on the line the Cardinals defense did very well hanging in the trenches for much of the game. Often in football you can bend but if you don’t break you will find some success. Unfortunately for the Soda Springs defense they did break but only on a handful of plays. The majority of the scoring for Ririe came off of long runs that slipped past the defense. It can be a frustrating thing to watch as your defense holds the other team to minimal gains for several plays to only watch them slip up on one play that costs you a score. Despite giving up those few big plays I felt like the defense showed some real potential and I think they will improve as the
season moves forward.
A bigger problem for the Cardinals right now is an offense that seems to always be on its heels. Unfortunately, I don’t think there is any one particular aspect of the offense that is causing more of an issue than another. In Friday night’s game the offense only held the ball for five plays in each of the first two quarters and ended the first half with negative yards. The third quarter was much the same with the time of possession heavily in favor of the Bulldogs. Only when Ririe had pulled most of its starters in the fourth were the Cardinals able to move the ball. When it looked like Soda Springs may be on their way to their first score of the season the drive ended with an unfortuitous turnover off of a bad snap. The game ended with the Cardinals once again being shut out.
Soda Springs will have time to work on bolstering their offense this week as they have a much needed early season bye. Next week they will be on the road once again this time to face the Firth Cougars. Firth is a team that has also suffered big losses in its first two games giving Cardinals fans hope that maybe that can be a game that will turn the season around for them.
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Scam Calls Spoofing Idaho State Police Numbers
The Idaho State Police (ISP) is warning the public about a scam in which callers are spoofing ISP phone numbers, making it appear the calls are coming from official ISP dispatch centers. These calls are not from the ISP.
In recent days, ISP received multiple reports of individuals receiving suspicious calls from numbers that appeared to be from ISP. In one disturbing incident, a parent answered back-to-back calls from a man claiming to be a medic and insinuated that their child was in distress. He requested the child’s name, and the parents heard the sound of crying in the background. Thankfully, the child was safe at school, but the incident serves as a stark reminder of the manipulative tactics employed by scammers.
“These calls are not coming from the Idaho State Police. This scam is designed to play on the hearts of potential victims and undermines trust in first responders,” Captain Tyler Jussel of the ISP Regional Communications Center said. “By spoofing
first responders and dispatch centers, these scammers try to gain credibility in their deception. We want the public to know that ISP will never call in this manner.”
Protect yourself against spoofing scams:
• Don’t provide personal information such as names, addresses, or account details over the phone unless you are certain of who is calling.
• Hang up immediately if the call seems suspicious.
• Verify before trusting – if a caller claims to be law enforcement, hang up and call the agency back directly using their publicly listed phone number.
Scammers thrive on fear and urgency. Take a moment to pause and verify before responding to any call. If you receive a suspicious call, don’t hesitate to hang up and report it to your local law enforcement agency and the Federal Trade Commission at reportfraud.ftc.gov.
Your caution could be the difference between falling victim to a scam and staying safe.
More Cowbell Invitational
BY JODY REEVES
Soda Springs and Grace both kicked off their 2025 cross country season at the More Cowbell Invitational on the Valley View golf course in Star Valley last weekend. As far as golf course races go this one is no cake walk. The course is tucked up against the east hills in Afton and has a constant barrage of rolling hills. It provided a great starting point for the season and tested the athletes early. The host school split the race into two divisions that match their school colors crimson and gold. Our two local schools were separated in those divisions so they did not compete head to head.
Both the Lady Cardinals and the Lady Grizzlies graduated some top runners last season. Where the two schools differ is in their replacement of those runners. The Lady Cardinals return a terrific runner in Ellie Wood who led the way for Soda Springs as well as several other senior runners. Soda Springs also welcomes several incoming freshmen to the team this season. The Lady Grizzlies are a completely different story. Grace was one of the powerhouses last season but lost several top athletes to graduation. This year’s Lady Grizzly team features just two girls who without a full team will have to rely on some great personal times to qualify for state later in the season.
The Grizzly boys team does not have the same issues that their female counterparts have. Grace returns a very strong senior group of runners and, if they can stay healthy, will be in contention for a trophy at the end of the season. The four strong senior runners will be aided by a trio of sophomores who will be vying for varsity runner spots. The Cardinal men are an even mix of experience and youth. Soda Springs has several
freshmen and sophomores to back up a small group of returning runners.
At the More Cowbell Invite only two local runners placed in the top ten of their respective races in what was a very tough and competitive field. Lily Coleman placed tenth in the girls Crimson division for Grace and Ellie Wood grabbed eighth place in the girls Gold division for Soda Springs.
If you are looking for a chance to watch these incredible athletes in action there is no better time and place than Saturday at Kelly Park when Soda Springs hosts the best race in the state of Idaho, the Cardinal Classic. Grab a lawn chair and some snacks and come enjoy some of the best runners in the region.
Grace Girls Results Lily Coleman 23:42.0, Hayden Ball 27:07.7
Grace Boys Results
Colt Coleman 19:30.7, Carter Mecham 19:45.2, Brock Johnson 20:08.0, Jonah Wilkerson 20:51.6, Treyson King 21:31.9, Cutler Andersen 22:55.2, Hyrum Smith 26:22.7
Soda Springs Girls Results Ellie Wood 21:49.1, Rosie Harris 23:02.3, Brinley Kunz 23:06.8, Madilyn Kempe 23:48.3, Mollie Renfroe 24:11.9, Courtnee Gronning 24:25.6, Mylee White 26:32.0, Riley Goode 27:49.4, Danalee Frandsen 28:42.3
Soda Springs Boys Results Landon Moldenhauer 18:32.4, Reuben Uskoski 18:50.5, Jaxson Horsley 19:15.6, Kage Kirby 20:18.5, Dre Lloyd 20:44.7, Jonathan Beutler 21:15.5, James Birch 22:07.2, Elias Green 22:11.2, Jordan Clarke 23:29.6, Porter Barker 24:08.8, Ryan Barker 25:52.1, Noah Hansen 26:26.7, Richard Dilworth 28:04.2, Axel Stanley 28:29.7, Axel Kollmann 30:49.0
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Lady Grizzlies Grab Win At The Bird’s Nest
BY JODY REEVES
Soda Springs and Grace faced one another last week in a volleyball match. The two old rival schools met at the Birds Nest inside of Soda Springs High School. These days the two schools no longer compete in the same district or classification but some of the old rivalry feelings still remain. The two schools spent some time away from each other when Grace first dropped down a classification fifteen years ago but in recent years they face off several times each year in a variety of sports. The first installment of the 2025-
2026 school year match ups took place last Tuesday. Like any other time that the two schools meet the atmosphere was electric with both student body sections in full voice.
As the game got underway the Lady Cardinals grabbed control early in the first set. The Lady Cards clung to a slim lead until midway through the set when Grace came roaring back and tied the set at thirteen. Soda Springs called a timeout but Grace kept the momentum for the rest of that set winning set one. In the second set the two teams stayed evenly matched up until the eighth point. After that
Lady Grizzlies Busy Week Continued
BY JODY REEVES
With a big win over their cross county rival Soda Springs last Tuesday the Lady Grizzlies were just getting started. Just twenty-four hours later the girls were defending their home court in a tri-match with West Side and Preston. In the tri-match the teams would play best of three sets. The Lady Grizzlies started the night off doing battle with the Lady Pirates. The Lady Grizzlies were able to put away their second 3A opponent of the week in just two sets winning 25-16 and 25-20. Grace then had to turn around and play 5A Preston. The girls fought hard but this game did not go their way as they eventually fell in two sets with scores of 18-25 and 20-25. With three matches already under their belts the Lady Grizzlies still were not done. Over the weekend
Grace traveled to Cokeville Wyoming to take part in a two day tournament where they played in five more matches. On Friday they faced Kemmerer Wyoming, Evanston Wyoming and Bear Lake. The Grizzlies only managed to go 1-2 in matches that day. Grace was able to defeat Kemmerer 3-0 but fell to Evanston and Bear Lake each 3-0. On the second day of the tournament the Lady Grizzlies once again faced Kemmerer and ended with the same result winning in three sets. Grace also took on Jackson Hole Wyoming on Saturday where they battled the much larger school very well but still lost in three sets with very close scores.
The Lady Grizzlies will slow things down a little this week. Grace hosts West Side again on Wednesday before traveling to West Jefferson on Saturday.
the Lady Cardinals once again took over the match and ran away from the Lady Grizzlies to take set number two. The Lady Cardinals held the momentum to start the third but once again around the midway point the Grizzlies clawed it back to take a two sets to one lead. The pressure was now on Soda Springs to win set four to extend the match. The Lady Cardinals responded with yet another early lead in the fourth set. However once again the Lady Grizzlies were able to chip away at the lead and overcome the deficit to eventually pull away for the set and match win.
Volleyball season is just getting started and both of these teams will be in the hunt for state tournament births. If you missed your chance to watch them battle each other there is one more chance to watch them late in the season when Soda Springs will travel to Grace on October seventh. Until then there will be plenty of other chances to watch the girls perform on the court so keep an eye out for their next scheduled home games.
Lady Cowboys Had Competitive Week
BY JODY REEVES
The North Gem Lady Cowboys had a very busy week last week, playing five matches. The week began on Tuesday in Aberdeen where they faced a pair of 3A opponents in the Aberdeen Tigers and the West Jefferson Panthers. These non conference matches were limited to just the best out of three sets. The Lady Cowboys fell to the Lady Panthers in two sets but were able to get the win over Aberdeen two sets to one.
Following the trip to Aberdeen the Lady Cowboys spent the rest of their week on their home court taking on some tough district opponents. On Thursday night North Gem hosted Leadore. This best of five match was pushed to the limit. After claiming victory in set one the Lady Cowboys dropped the next two sets setting up a must win fourth set. In a very hard fought fourth set the Lady Cowboys did get the win but unfortunately they would fall in the final fifth set giving the match to Leadore.
After the heartbreaking loss to Leadore, North Gem had to regroup as they hosted a tri-match with Taylors Crossing and Grace Lutheran on Saturday. The Lady Cowboys started the day taking on Taylors Cross-
ing. North Gem dominated the match winning in straight sets. North Gem then had the luxury of resting and watching Taylors Crossing and Grace Lutheran battle it out. Grace Lutheran won that match but seemed to struggle more putting away Taylors Crossing giving the Cowboys hope of a sweep on the day. However things did not go North Gems’ way. After allowing Grace Lutheran to get an early lead the Lady Cowboys charged back forcing set one to go to extra points but still lost 27-25. In set two North Gem struggled to get back into a groove and lost by eleven points. In the third must win set the Lady Cowboys were in it again and fought hard right to the end before falling once again by just two points 25-23.
The Lady Cowboys will get a chance to catch their breath this week before jumping right back into district play. Saturday they will face Challis and Watersprings on the Warriors home court. The two losses to Leadore and Grace Lutheran took a toll on the Lady Cowboys district standings making every other district game important. With a senior heavy team they have the tools to put together some wins before the district tournament later this season and that all starts this weekend.
The Lady Grizzlies celebrate scoring a point against West Side in last week’s tri-match.
North Gems Madalyn Barnes tips the ball over the Taylors Crossing defense.
The Lady Cardinals front line goes for the block against Grace in last week’s rivalry game.
Lakelynn Zulu was the leading server for the Lady Grizzlies in their win at Soda Springs.
Sports
Grizzlies Win Home Opener With Solid First Half
BY JODY REEVES
The Grace Grizzlies held their first home football game last Thursday night and hosted the Raft River Trojans. For the Grizzlies it was their second game of the season after beating an Oakley team that has seen better days in the season opener. Raft River did not have a week zero game so for the Trojans Thursday night’s game was their season opener. The two teams did meet a year ago in Malta where the Trojans ended up coming out on top in a game that saw many Grizzlies suffer injuries. This go around the Grizzlies were able to stay at full strength and were the ag-
gressors during the first half of play.
The Grizzlies dominated early in the game. The offense was able to move the ball effectively with a balanced attack. Bell cow back Chase Smith powered his way through the defense while quarterback Gavin Draper was able to connect with three different receivers. After the first quarter of play Grace led by a touchdown and by halftime that lead had grown to twenty-two points. In the second half the offense for Grace came to a grinding halt. Though they were still able to move the ball at times, Draper had less success through the air and the coach’s decision to use up the play clock
slowed the momentum for the Grizzlies. After a third quarter score by the Trojans Grace really started to lean on their defense while the offense kept trying to run out the clock. Luckily for the Grizzlies the defense was up to the task. Standing at opposite ends of the spectrum Parker Yost and Carter Kimball led the Grizzlies on defense. The long reach and imposing figure of Yost kept the Trojans from getting outside on him. Meanwhile the quickness and stealth of Kimball allowed him to slip past blockers and his iron grip prevented the Trojan ball carriers from advancing. Yost finished with seven tackles and Kimball led the team with ten.
In the end the Grizzlies did earn the victory despite not scoring in the second half. The three Grizzly touchdowns came from Bryant Moss, Carter Kimball and Parker Yost. The Grizzlies season will not get any easier. This week they travel to Murtaugh on Friday night to take on the Red Devils. Murtaugh lost their opening game last week by ten points to a very good Carey team. Grace will need to be ready for a dog fight and they will want to keep the throttle open for this one.
Cowboys Are 2-0 Following Homecoming Win
BY JODY REEVES
With a dominating performance against Camas County on Homecoming the Cowboys have begun their season 2-0 for the first time in fifteen years. In 2010 North Gem opened with two very close wins beating Grace by four points and Mackay by eight. This season’s 2-0 start differs significantly. The 2025 Cowboys have opened the season with two blowout victories. After beating Utah Military Academy in their opening game by twenty points North Gem took down Camas County last Friday winning by the score of 48-12.
The Cowboys continued to give some of their younger players opportunities to shine. Clay Johnson once again found paydirt scoring on offense and coming up big on defense with a pair of interceptions. The coaching staff also seemed to give the ball to William Wakely more in this game. The 190 pound junior fullback didn’t break any big runs but did plenty of work running into the belly of the defense. Despite the younger guys being so heavily relied on it was clear to all in attendance that the senior leaders rose to the occasion to
ensure a victory in their final homecoming game. Craig Yost seemed to gain yards at will tearing off big play after big play. Meanwhile center Haydn Frandsen along with fellow senior lineman Hyrum Barnes literally plowed through and ran over the Mushers front line. Yost and Frandsen who are the emotional leaders on the team also came up big on defense each tallying several tackles while putting on some big hits.
The teams themselves looked like almost mirror images of one another to the casual observer. Camas County may be the only team that North Gem will face this season with fewer players on their roster. The Mushers had just ten players dressed while the Cowboys have twelve players on the team this season. Some of the Mushers fans and coaching staff lamented their pawltry numbers but they found no sympathy from the Cowboys who are now in their third season playing with numbers between nine and twelve players. Perhaps that is what gave the Cowboys the upper hand. They have had to learn to play as the underdogs with ironman wills to last full games and seasons playing both sides of the ball.
Coach Hatch is thrilled with his teams great start to the season and he is excited to see where they can go from here. He knows what he has in his seniors but he also has been very impressed with his six new freshmen. One thing is for sure, Coach Hatch won’t bask in his wins for long. He knows every week will be a battle for
his team but they are ready for the challenge. This week’s challenge is taking on a solid Shoshone team. In last year’s match up the Cowboys practically led the Indians in every statistical category but too many turnovers cost them the game. The Cowboys will look to avenge that game Friday afternoon in Bancroft at 4 p.m.
The Grace Grizzlies take the field in their home opener against Raft River last Thursday.
Center Haydn Frandsen clears the way for the Cowboy backfield. Frandsen is a key player for the North Gem run game.
Senior Grace quarterback Gavin Draper scrambles for extra yards during the teams win at home.
Coach Hatch gathers the team after one of their scores encouraging the team to finish the game.
Cowboy quarterback Craig Yost stiff arms a defender on one of his long runs in the homecoming victory.