The Idaho Enterprise | August 17, 2023

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Trump indicted in Georgia

Former president Donald Trump was indicted along with 18 others on Monday of taking part in a conspiracy in Georgia to “pressure local officials, make false statements about electoral fraud to state legislatures, harass election workers, and solicit Justice Department officials and thenVice President Mike Pence.” The indictment was handed down with a little over 14 months until the upcoming presidential election, leading many to see the series of indictments Trump is facing (this is the fourth) as creating an unprecedented challenge for the running and administration of that election.

Parimutuel Races Open Fair Week

After last weekend’s races were canceled due to weather, it was with a certain amount of relief that race fans, race officials, and owners and riders saw a warm and dry forecast come to fruition for the second try. Due to efficient scheduling, it was possible to run the derbies and futurities that had been scheduled for last weekend. The races went off without a hitch, so to speak, and served as an excellent kickoff to this year’s Fair. Mutiple futurities and derbies were run over the weekend, with the races sharing the purses.

Saturday August 12 at 1:00 p.m.

In the first race, Outlawsteff (ridden by Brayan Juarez, owned by Kim Paulsen, trained by Jerry Richins) took first, followed by Boom Taka Loc-

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ka Lu (ridden by Eric Ayala, owned by Lisa U. Carter, trained by Wasey Erickson), I Aint Bluffin (r: Oscar Villa, o: Thomas Anderberg, t: Ramiro Fregoso).

In the second race, the Boyd Varney Memorial (blanket sponsored by Boyd Varney Family), Jj Miss Jessie Bug (r: Jesus Flores, o: Glen T Jamison and Jill G Jamison, t: Glen Jamison) took first; Shaundas Eagle (r: Felipe F. Dominguez, o: Kent and Linda Jones, t: Daren K. Jones) came in second; J Walker (r: Oscar Villa, o: Walker Family Trust, t: Ramiro Fregoso) finished in third.

The third race featured a blanket sponsored by US Bank Malad. The winner was Eh Three Am Icon (r: Eric Ayala, o: Scott Erickson, Sherry Erickson, and Edgar Hibbard, t: Wasey

Oneida County Fair officially begins its week

The parimutuel races signaled the beginning of Fair season, and Monday’s events officially opened the Fair to the public. Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday’s first batch of animal shows are in the books, with the Dog Show (page 10), Goat Show (page 10), Mini Horse Show (page 11) all held Monday. The Standard Horse Show was held Tuesday morning. The Sheep Show took place Wednesday morning. Thursday, the Beef and Swine Shows are set for the morning, along with a Bucket Calf Show to follow. Poultry, Rabbits, Youth Livestock Judging, and the 4-H Round Robin will all happen Friday. Saturday, of course, will see the Market Sales come to the arena.

This week has already seen events like Monday’s MotoCross (page 12), Team Roping and the Hypnotist Show on Tuesday, Team Branding and the

Kids Barnyard Party on Wednesday, the Oneida County Cowboy Classic Rodeo on Thursday and Friday, Scales and Tails Reptile show on Friday, and the Family Fun Rodeo and Golden Spike Antique Tractor Show on Saturday. Games and activities for kids, including a large bouncy house installation at the front of the Fair, will be held throughout the week.

From Tuesday through Thursday, entries will be taken and judged from 4-H and Open Classes in the Event Center.

Typically, the crowds at the Fair increase as the week goes on, the judging becomes finalized, and the Rodeo events roll in. See Page 3 for a full list of Thursday, Friday, and Saturday’s events. If you haven’t made it down to the Fairgrounds yet, never fear— there’s still plenty to see and do!

Only a quarter of the Maui wildfire burn area has been searched, but the death toll of at least 99 people makes it the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century. More than 2,200 structures have been lost as a result of the fires, most of which are residential in nature. Reports from those in the area indicate widespread devastation of the area. An official cause for the fire has not been determined, though power lines blown over by high winds caused by a Pacific hurricane are seen as the likely culprit. The number of people which may still be missing and unaccounted for is difficult for officials on the ground to gauge, as the fires coincided with a loss of communication infrastructure, leaving many in the path of the destruction little to no time to contact anyone before attempting to evacuate. Many of the victims have been found in the open, in vehicles, and in the water near the affected area.

Phoenix sets record for lack of rainfall

Phoenix is experiencing the driest start to the summer season on record. So far, the city has had no measurable rainfall since March 22. The timeframe corresponds with the onset of the monsoon season in the southwest, which denotes a shift in the wind direction, and is a period of time during which precipitation accounts for 40 plus percent of its annual rainfall. The monsoon season typically begins on June 15, but cities all across the region are seeing 50 to 80 percent less rainfall than commonly experienced. The resulting dryness has aggravated the already record high temperatures across the southwest.

Woman hospitalized after rescue from Snake River Canyon

A hiker was rescued by first responders near Murtagh over the weekend. The 50-year old woman had fallen into the Snake River Canyon near dusk. Rescue crews rappelled down the canyon walls to provide aid and set up the hiker for an airlift out of the canyon as the sun began to set. She was transported to St. Luke’s in Twin Falls with lower leg injuries. Rescue crews were able to climb out of the canyon with their equipment at around 11:00 p.m. Hikers are advised to be careful on loose rock, and avoid potentially dangerous areas while out in wild areas.

The horses jump out of the starting gate

After a week of anticipation, the races were finally about to start

Entries for the Fair began Tuesday, and judging will take place throughout the week.

Parimutuel Races Open Fair Week

Erickson); second place was Jess Hadtobea Streak (r: Oscar Villa, o: Lonna Gerstner, t: Kyle Dahlke); and third was won by Raise Prime Cash (r: Felipe Dominguez, o: Richard Winberg, t: Daren K. Jones).

The fourth race, a quarter horse speed index race with a blanket sponsored by Central Service, saw Thiseagleflysalone (r: Jesus Virgen, o: Andrea and Eddy Jensen, t: tony Hyde) came in first; Rb Speacial Hero (r: Jose Borbonio, o: Ronnie Brooks Keller, t: Weston Smith) took second; and Satan on Fire (r: Oscar Villa, o: Jose Luis Pulido, t: Ramiro Fregoso) took third.

The fifth race,a quarter horse maiden for Idaho bred two year olds, was won by Bw Just a Ruger (r: Jesus Flores, o: Maria Baltodano, t: Glen Jamison). Second place was Jesse Cantbelate (r: Jose Borbonio, o: Lonna Gerstner, t: Kyle Dahlke), and third place was Fames Farm Boss (r: Oscar Villa, o: Mark Curtis, t: Ramiro Fregoso).

The sixth race, a quarter horse allowance for three year olds and up which have never won a race around the turn with a blanket sponsored by Malad Plumbing, was won by My Marmeta Diva (r: Dakota Wood, o: Jayce Carlson, t: Gilbert Ecoffey), followed by Free to Be Kool (r: Jesus Flores, o: Edward Jamison, t: Glen Jamison), and Vvr I Be the Pap (r: Brayan Juarez, o: Brittani Richins and Ladawn Richins, t: Jerry Richins).

The seventh race, the

Rocky Mountain Classic Paint and Appaloosa Futurity with a blanket sponsored by the Oneida County Fairboard, was won by Bg Pilot my Broom (r: Oscar Villa, o: Bryan Grant, t: owner). Kj Katie Rose (r: Jesus Flores, o: Kent O. and Judy G. Taylor, t: Glen Jamison) came in second. Bg Kickin Up Dust (r: Eric Ayala, o: Bryan Grant, t: owner) came in third.

The eighth race, a thoroughbred allowance with a blanket sponsored by Silver Spur Insurance and Sherise Timothy, was won by Rough Passage (r: Aislinn Finn, o: Kayloni Breemer, t: Travis Lusk). Holiday Joke (r: Jeramie Fennell, o: Robert Ecoffey, t: Gilbert Ecoffey) came in second. Third was taken by Freiburg (r: Carlos J. Fernandez, o: Jeff Schindler, t: owner).

Sunday

The first race on Sunday, a quarter horse stakes race with a blanket sponsored by Super Sport Farms, was won by Mr Goodone (r: Brayan Juarez, o: tracy Spencer, t: Scott Warr). Absolut Keerash (r: Jesus Valenzuela, o: Lukrena Schoonover, t: Kylie Valenzuela) took

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second, and Te Runnin Royal Kid (r: Jesus Flores, o: Guillermo Duarte, t: Javier Duarte).

The second race, a quarter horse allowance for three year olds and up who have never won three races with a blanket sponsored by Mountain Valley Masonry was won by Whooz Ya Daddy (r: Eric Ayala, o: Keller Livestock and Cody Allred, t: Fredy Olmos) with a time of 15.80. Lrh Mojo Kat (r: Jose Daniel Viscarra, o: RR Stables LLC, t: Sergio Reyes) came in second. One Corona Special (r: Oscar Villa, o: Larry Chapple, t: Ramiro Fregoso) came in third.

The third race, the Thomas Market Overnight Futurity with a blanket sponsored by Thomas Market, was won by Carlo Rossi (r: Oscar Villa, o: Eduardo Robles, t: Ramiro Fregoso) with a time of 15.60. Second place was won by Bc Minnie Pearl (r: Jesus J. Canales, o: Ben McKinney, t: Sergio Canales). Third was won by Lollygagger (r: Jesus Valenzuela, o: Ben Peterson, t: Kylie Valenzuela).

The fourth race, the first race of the Malad Quarter Horse Futurity with a blanket sponsored by the Oneida County Fairboard, was won by Dr B (r: Jose Espinoza, o: Ricardo Castillo and Rainee Browning, t: Ricardo Castillo). In second place was Jazzing Dynasty (r: Ricardo Del Cid, o: Wes Kellett, t: owner), and in third place was Dkendall Rascal (r: Elmer Castillo, o: Fidel Susano, t: Farrol

Cunningham).

The second race of the Malad Quarter Horse Futurity, also sponsored by the Oneida County Fairboard, was won by Separate Kisses (r: Oscar Villa, o: Five Livestock Company LLC, t: Ramiro Fregoso). Sec-

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ond place was won by Moonshine Diva (r: Ricardo Del Cid, o: Anna Aguirre, t: Jose Guitirrez). Third place was won by Streakin Black Wes (r: Jesus Flores, o: Ramiro Saldana, t: Glen Jamison).

The first race of the Oneida County Mixed Breed Derby was sponsored by the Malad Gun Club. After a disqualification (Suite Caroline), first place was awarded to Jackies

Famous Girl (r: Oscar Villa, o: Dorian Montero, t: Ramiro Fregoso). Second was won by Ethan (r: Brayan Juarez, o: Cesar Luna, t: owner). Third was taken by La Punsada (r: Felipe Dominguez, o: Jesus G. Nolazco, t: Jesus Nolazco).

The second race of the Oneida County Mixed Breed Derby was the Bob Harrison

Memorial Race, and sponsored by the Bob Harrison family. The race was won by Smokin Lil Wagon (r: Jesus Flores, o: Glen and Jill Jamison, t: Glen Jamison). Second place was Kiss a Lou Blue (r: Oscar Villa, o: Five Livestock Company LLC, t: Ramiro Fregoso), and third was Tempting Fly (r: Felipe Dominguez, o: Adrian Aleman, t: Farrol Cunningham). In between the main races, stickhorse races for kids of different ages were held. Although no official record of the winners was kept, the event was popular and well-attended and provided a nice bit of entertainment to balance out the sometimes tense high-level racing of the rest of the afternoon. Race announcer Fred Davis from Bingham County stated that “racing has been excellent here. Especially after having to scramble last weekend, this was really a great weekend of racing.”

Best Trainer and Rider

The best trainer was awarded to Ramiro Fregoso. The best jockey was given to Oscar Villa.

As part of the fun, kids lined up for their own races

Best Jockey Oscar Villa and Best Trainer Ramiro Fregoso

After a week of anticipation, the races were finally about to start

The track was dry and fast this weekend

OSD Transportation Department recognized as Spot Inspection of the Year

The Oneida School District Transportation Department, with Kelly Hill as Transportation Director, received the Spot Inspection of the Year Award for Southeastern Idaho Region 5 schools. This award requires a school district transportation department to have all its driv-

er files, training records, and bus policies in order. It must meet the State of Idaho Department of Transportation's requirements. Kelly Hill’s efforts were rewarded when the Oneida School District Transportation Department was named #1 in Region 5 on audits, paperwork/files, and bus

BOY SCOUT NEWS

Nine Boy Scouts from Troop 1776 attended the weeklong summer camp in Island Park in July with leaders Bill Lewis, Jed Pedersen, Chad Call, and Tony McClain. Over the course of the week, the Troop racked up the following impressive tally of highlights: 38 merit badges (13 more partially completed), 4 Paddle Boarding or Snorkeling awards, 8 swim test completions, 368 different rank requirements passed off toward First Class, 4 Polar Bear Plunge awards, Best Belly Flop—Chad Call, 1 Archery Golden Arrow award, 4 Rifle Dime awards. Troop 1776 continued their long legacy of receiving an Honor Troop award.

On Friday July 28, 3 Eagle Scouts—Trevor Allen, Marshall Asay,

and Levi Balappa from Troop 1776 climbed to the peak of Mount Borah, with Chad Hansen as guide and Tony Mc-

4-H DEMONSTRATIONS

This year’s Demonstrations were judged by Mayor Joan Hawkins. The event is an expanded version of the presentation that is required for each 4-H project. The presentation involves visual elements, practical demonstrations, and public speaking skills. The Demonstration competition also includes a cash prize for winners, which went to all three competitors this year, as they each represented different age categories.

Kristal Ford, who competed in the State Fair in this event last year, began the demonstration rounds. It is

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Debbie Critchfield, Idaho Superintendent of Schools, Lloyd Sorensen, regional transportation specialist for Region 5, and Kelly Hill, Transportation Director for Oneida School District

her sixth and final year in Horse 4-H. Ford’s presentation was on the heart and cardiovascular system of the horse. Using two buckets to demonstrate the relative capacity of the horse’s circulatory system, Kristal explained the parts of the horse anatomy involved, as well as ways to determine the relative health of the horse’s system. She also discussed the common diseases and conditions that can affect heart health in horses.

As part of the presentation, presenters were asked questions by the judge, the audience, and the Extension Officer. Kristal responded

Clain. The rigorous climb took about 6 hours to get to the peak and included well over 5,000 feet of vertical ascent.

to questions about heart rate, and some of the anatomical features she had mentioned.

Samantha Schrenk, representing the intermediate category, gave a presentation on horses and their tack. She presented some rules to remember when cleaning and maintaining tack (for instance, “leather is skin. Don’t put anything on it you wouldn’t

want on your skin").

Samantha also presented a series of routine safety checks to be conducted on the equipment, going over all the essential parts of the tack layout. She used a saddle to demonstrate techniques for cleaning and checking the condition.

Samantha answered questions about places to look for wear, which

parts of the tack were likely to wear out first, and different cleaning products.

Representing the Junior category, Cassidy Schrenk gave a presentation on common sheep diseases which affect livestock. She overviewed some of the main culprits, and explained ways to prevent and mitigate them.

Judge Hawkins

Schedule of Events

praised all three girls for the quality of their presentations, and advised them to take some pointers from Kristal, who has had a lot of practice with the event.

“I think you all did an excellent job,” she said. Cash prizes for the contest will be given out in September at the annual FFA/4-H awards show.

(Front row) Dawson Jones, Tyker Hamilton, Jace Call, Keith Hamilton. (Back row) Luke Schow, Liam Donnan, Jayson Spencer, Dal Leckie, Cruz Carter, and two camp friends.

Malad Eagle Scouts atop Mt. Borah

Samantha Schrenk, Kristal Ford, and Cassidy Schrenk all won their categories in the Demonstration event

Boyd Clair Hess

Boyd Clair Hess, a husband, father, grandpa, grandpa-great, and friend, passed away on August 7, 2023, at 72. Born on June 25, 1951, Boyd's journey through life was one of compassion, dedication, and a deep-rooted love for his family and community.

Boyd's upbringing in St. John, Idaho, instilled in him the values of hard work. On November 21, 1977, he united in marriage with his wife, Sharon. Together, they shared a life filled with laughter and unwavering support for one another. Their journey led them to their home in Malad, where they built a life rich in love and shared experiences.

His strong work ethic and commitment to excellence were evident from an early age, traits that would shape his career that he loved. Boyd served as the head miller for Idaho Milling and Grain, a role in which he not only demonstrated his expertise but also left a mark on the industry and his colleagues.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Boyd was a member of the Search and Rescue, and a reserve officer for the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office, exemplifying his dedication to the well-being of his community.

Boyd enjoyed the great outdoors, whether it was hunting trips with friends, or basking in the beauty of nature. Equally at home, Boyd's curiosity led him to embrace the ever-changing landscape of innovation and technology. A cup of coffee shared with friends held a special place in Boyd's heart, fostering moments of laughter, camaraderie, and cherished memories. He loved a captivating TV series, savoring the art of storytelling. Boyd's insatiable curiosity led him to a lifelong love of learning and an appreciation for history. He delighted in sharing a good meal and great conversations with the ones he loved.

Boyd leaves behind a legacy of integrity, kindness, and love for those around him. As we mourn his passing, let us also celebrate the remarkable journey he embarked upon and the lives he touched along the way.

Boyd's greatest treasure was his family. He was a loving husband, a guiding father, and a dependable friend. He is survived by his devoted wife, Sharon Hess, who stood by his side through every moment of their remarkable journey, as well as his loving siblings: Bob, Don, Julene, and Sally. Boyd's memory will forever be carried in the hearts of his children and their spouses: Patricia and Stan, Bryon and Margie, Sunshine, Melanie and Mike, and Logan and Amber. His legacy continues through his grandchildren: Aashlie, Andrew, Brandon, Chloe, Clark, Jeremy, Jessica, Kacey, Kadden, Kara, Kori, Megan, Rachael, Samuel, Sarah, and Travis, as well as his great-grandchildren: Elaine, Evelyn, Skyla, and Westley.

Boyd is preceded in death by his parents, Alta and Herbert Hess, his daughter, Lindsay, and his brothers and sisters, Ruth, LaVona, Ron, and Herb.

A viewing was held on August 14th, 7:00-8:00 P.M., and a memorial on August 15th at 12:00 P.M .at Horsley Funeral Homes, where family and friends gathered to celebrate Boyd's remarkable life and bid him a heartfelt farewell.

Grandparents Only

By Gramma Dot

Grandma Red has 4-tipout window-view bins on the end of her kitchen island. It’s a kid-magnet. There is one bin filled with peanut M&Ms, one for Swedish Fish, one for suckers and one loaded with bubble gum. The kids love Grandma Red, but it’s the bins that keep them coming back.

We’d been on vacation for a week, and I was plowing through the laundry. I never check pockets. The unexpressed rule at our house is, “If you value your pocket contents, that’s your responsibility.

Gramma doesn’t have time, nor the inclination to go through everyone’s pockets.” Plus, I usually collect a few bucks at the end of each laundry day, and that’s a bonus for not checking pockets. Well, I was moving clean clothes to the drier

Gerald (Jerry) Loyde Purdum

May 3, 1962 - Aug. 12, 2023

Gerald (Jerry) Loyde Purdum passed away peacefully at the age of 61 on Saturday, August 12, 2023, in Bountiful, Utah. He was born on May 3, 1962, in Pocatello, Idaho, to Rockne DeLorie and Betty Karen Purdum.

In 1980, Gerald married Lyn Goddard. They later divorced. In 1996, Gerald found his soul mate when he married Lori (Burleigh) Bennett. They cherished each other's company for 27 wonderful years.

Gerald devoted a significant portion of his life to La-Z-Boy, where he began working at the age of 18. With dedication and commitment spanning 27 years from 1980 to 2008, he formed lasting friendships along the way. Following the closure of La-Z-Boy, Gerald embarked on a new chapter of his career at Great Basin Industrial from 2010 to 2021 before retiring.

An ardent lover of the outdoors and camping enthusiast, Gerald found solace in nature. He delighted in spending quality time with his family while also nurturing a passion for old cars, animals, and guns.

Gerald is survived by his loving wife Lori; sons Blake Purdum, Cody (Britani) Purdum, and Kenderik Jay Bennett; daughter LeighAnne Bennett; as well as his thirteen adoring grandchil-

dren and two great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his father Rockne "Rocky" and mother Betty "Karen" Purdum. A funeral service will be held on Friday, August 18, 2023 at 1:00 P.M. Prior to the service from 11:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. and on Thursday, August 17, 2023, from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., viewings will take place at Rogers & Taylor Funeral Home (111 N 100 E Tremonton). Additional information and online condolences can be found at www.ruddfuneralhome.com.

Charles Don Atkinson

October 28, 1946 - Aug. 10, 2023

Charles Don Atkinson, age 77, a longtime resident of Malad City, Idaho, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 10th, 2023, following extended health issues. Don was born on October 28th, 1946 in Samaria, Idaho.

A son of Charles Waldron Atkinson and Ethel Anna Anderson Atkinson Smith. He was raised in Oneida County and graduated from Malad High School, class of 1964.

and found five pieces of pink, double bubble in the bottom of the washer. Red flag! Don’t start that drier without checking for more. So, I checked and came up with three more pink chunks among the wet wash I’d loaded in the drier. After removing all I could find, I started the drier with a prayer in my heart.

Thirty minutes later, I opened the drier and started picking through the contents. Now, just to add a little drama the girls had been school shopping with the Aunties and despite the warnings to save those new clothes for school, Hadley had worn a pair of her new socks.

One of those new socks attracted the double trouble bubble. Good news first. That piece of gum attached itself to the sock and nothing else. I was thinking, “This is a bit of a miracle. Just one sock. I’ll lose the sock and

blame it on the washing machine sock-swallowing monster.” However, Hadley is everywhere and knows everything. She walked in just as I was in “lose the sock mode.”

“That is my sock. I told Elle not to put so many pieces of gum in her pocket. She ruins everything I have. Elle…”. And so it began. Elle reminded Hadley she had lots of socks. “It’s just a sock.” The banter continued. You get the picture.

Later in the day, after things had settled down, I asked Elle, “Why so many pieces of gum?”

“So, there would be one for everyone on the boat.”

“Oh, they weren’t all for you?”

Suddenly, I was proud of her. It’s a Good Life when you think of others. It’s a Great Life when you can deliver that bubble gum and it doesn’t end up on Hadley’s sock!

He had a passion for collecting and rebuilding old cars, his favorite was a 1965 Chevy Malibu SS. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, at the ranch camping, fishing and atv’ing. His favorite place to visit was the Sawtooth Mountains. He loved his dogs, anything with John Wayne and old Western reruns. After a tour of duty in the Army, where he was stationed in Germany, he worked several years as a Field Service Technician specializing in servicing air compressors and pumps.

Don married Cheryl Braker on November 14th, 1969 and later divorced. Together they had 3 children: Michelle of American Fork, Utah, Matt

(Kaylee) of Syracuse, Utah, and Elisha of Nashville, Tennessee; 6 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren & several grand puppies. He shared the last 20 years with his fiancé Verta Price and best dog friend Bella. Don is 1 of 6 children and several stepchildren. He is survived by 1 brother Dale (Ruth Ann) of Garland, Utah. He is preceded in death by his parents, stepfather Sam Smith, 3 sisters and 1 brother. There will be no services. Celebration of life for close family at a later date.

Betty Kay Higley

April 28, 1940 - Aug. 13, 2023

Malad, Idaho… Betty Kay Higley, 83, longtime Samaria resident, passed away peacefully on August 13th, 2023, following an amazing life. Kay was born on April 28th, 1940, in Malad, Idaho, a daughter of Ralph and Alice Hughes. She was raised and educated in Malad, Idaho. She married Vernal K Robbins in 1956, and were blessed with 2 children, Cindy and Vernal. Vernal Sr. and Kay divorced. She later married Ray R Law of Ogden, in 1964. Ray and Kay enjoyed living in various states and locations while also being blessed with a son, John. After Ray’s death, Kay married Willard Higley in 1985 in Ogden. Kay worked at Mountain Bell initially as an operator and transitioning into information systems technologies. She was well known for her community engagement and her love of her family. Kay was a member of the Church of Latter-Day Saints, where she had been active in teaching Sunday School and Relief Society. Kay and Willard served a mission giving tours at the Conference Center in Salt Lake City. She enjoyed this immensely and talked about it for years. She loved all the people she met from all over the world.

Kay loved hearing about her family and grandchildren. She loved planning family activities and hearing stories about what her family was doing.

She is survived by her 3 children; Cindy (Steve) Ward of Samaria, Ida-

ho, Vernal Robbins of Alaska, and John Law of Marina, California; nine stepchildren; Dennis Law, Don Law, Janette Singleton, Elsa Stokes, Cynthia Stanford, Charles Law, Kent Law, Julie Close and David Higley; eight grandchildren and several step grandchildren; two sisters; Ilene (Robert) Durbin of Las Vegas, Nevada and JaNeal (Phil) Bucannnn of Pocatello, Idaho. She was preceded in death by her parents Ralph and Alice Hughes of Samaria, her husband Willard, and her siblings, Marie (Dave) Higley of Samaria and Clarence Hughes of Samaria.

Funeral services will be held on Friday August 18th, 2023, at 11a.m. at the 2nd ward church, 20 S 100 W in Malad. Visitation will be prior to services from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Burial will follow in the Samaria Cemetery.

Boyd Clair Hess

Charles Don Atkinson

Gearld (Jerry) Loyde Purdum

Betty Kay Higley

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John Hobson, Aug. 18

John Hummell, Aug. 18

Ryan Owens, Aug. 18

TruLynn Peabody, Aug. 18

Ashley Richards Reid, Aug. 18

Brody Weeks, Aug. 18

Lyle Braegger, Aug. 19

Brent Evanson, Aug. 19

Hayden Green, Aug. 19

Karen Jensen, Aug. 19

Amber Jones, Aug. 19

Roland Keller, Aug. 19

Courtlynn Purdum, Aug. 19

Lance Wakley, Aug. 19

Kyle Buttars, Aug. 20

Anna Gillies, Aug. 20

Chris Illum, Aug. 20

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1835 Solymon Merrick of Springfield, Massachusetts patents the first wrench

1859 First air mail (in a balloon) took off from Lafayette, Indiana

1877 American astronomer Asaph Hall discovers Mars' moon Phobos

1891 First public bathhouse with showers opens in NYC (People's Bath)

1891 Electric

self-starter for automobile patented

1908 Bank of Italy (now Bank of America) opens new HQ, the Bank of Italy building at Clay & Montgomery, San

Francisco

1936 An unemployed worker, Neils B. Ruud, in Madison, Wisconsin, receives the first unemployment benefit check paid under a State law, for $15

1939 Musical film "The Wizard of Oz", starring Judy Garland, Ray Bolger, Bert Lahr, Jack Haley, and Margaret Hamilton opens at Loews Capitol Theatre, NYC

1969 Woodstock Festival closes with Jimi Hendrix/Band of Gypsys as final act (taking the stage at 9 a.m. on the 18th); other performers included Joe Cocker, Country Joe MacDonald

& The Fish, The Band, CSN&Y, and Sha Na Na

1978 First successful crossing of the Atlantic by balloon (3 Americans)

1998 Monica Lewinsky scandal: President Bill Clinton admits in taped testimony he had an "improper physical relationship" with the intern and on the same day admits before the nation he "misled people" about the relationship

2015 Discovery of 7,000-year-old mass grave in Schöneck-Kilianstädten, Central Germany, published in PNAS Journal. 26 bodies bear evidence of violent conflict

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LOOKING BACK

5 YEARS AGO (2018)

Two exciting weekend of horse racing ended on Sunday, August 12, with the final two races being the much-anticipated Oneida County Mixed Breed Derby and the Oneida County Futurity.

There was a lot of excitement in the stands on Sunday afternoon as the horses went to the paddock for Race 6. Without question the favorite for Malad fans for the Derby was a local horse, HR Captain Jack, owned by Mary Sue Thomas, ridden by Todd Thomas and trained by Jenifer Burleigh. It was not to be. Problems arose at the gate, with Captain Jack having to be loaded twice, and Todd said it all went downhill from there. Bettors are not the only ones gambling on the races – the owners, trainers and jockeys are also gambling that everything will go just right and their horse will come out on top. With a bad start, HR Captain Jack didn't come out on top in this race.

Despite his horse not taking the win, Todd Thomas, who was the Director of Racing for the Malad meet, said the two-weekend meet was a really great meet.

Daniels Classic Jackpot held for 2nd year. We had a great turnout for the second year. We had 25 beef participants, double from last year, and 45 sheep participants from all over Idaho and Utah. The jackpot provides youths and opportunity to have a practice show before their county and state fairs. With the PeeWee category, future showmen get a head start with livestock showing. All of the participants learn to work with their animals, other showmen, and the judge in an arena. Congratulations to all of the winners.

Local winners are the following:

• Sheep - Reserve Showman Cutler Sweeten; 2nd Place Senior Showman, Jaycee Sweeten; 1st place Quality Class One, Mesa Paskett.

• Beef - Grand Showman, Jack Trejo; Reserve Showman, Tayson Davis; 1st Place Intermediate Showman, Abby Rosenquist; PeeWee Showman Winner, Abbie Trejo; Grand Quality, Tayson Davis; 2nd Place Quality Class

Three - Carter Smith.

10 YEARS AGO (2013)

Oneida County residents have watched with dismay as the fire that started on Thursday in Pocatello Valley moved north and east, coming over the West Mountains south of Malad and the Samaria mountains. The fire has been dubbed the “State Fire” and started Thursday evening by a lightning strike and has destroyed 10,500 acres in Pocatello Valley.

The final Malad Area Chamber of Commerce Concert in the Park series will end on August 24, when Sam Payne, a talented folk singer and storyteller will perform at the Malad City Park.

The children of He-

ber and Bonnie Bott are pleased to honor their parents on their 50th wedding anniversary at an open house. Heber and Bonnie were married on August 21, 1963.

At a recent special meeting of the board, the Oneida School Trustees had the difficult task of choosing a new trustee for Zone 4 from among four very qualified candidates, Tim Willie, Colleen Montgomery, Christie Quirl and Irene Alder. After meeting with all candidates, Irene Alder was chosen unanimously by the board.

Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise are participants in the 2013 Style Review as they show off their sewing and crochet projects, and their ribbons for participation, at the conclusion of the Style Review at Malad Middle School on Monday night. Those modeling were Sheridan Brown, Meaghan Brown, Kristie Jensen, Marian Smith, Zylia Curry and Madilyn Smith.

15 YEARS AGO (2008)

The Oneida County Library spent the summer working to “Catch the Reading Bug” this summer as they participated in one of two reading programs this year. There were over 191 readers participating in the reading program.

The last day of July saw Benjamin L. Thomas, flying high! That is, over the Malad Valley! For his 80th birthday, this former Malad resident was given a plane ride from his daughter, Diane Naylor, over the place that he still calls his ‘home town.’ Pilot and Malad resident, Scott Gunter, who graciously agreed to meet them at the Malad Airport, flew over the Valley, Devil’s Creek, the Malad Divide area, the Pumice mine and Samaria. The plane made a couple of passes over the 5-Points area, where Ben grew up and he got a bird’s eye view of his old homestead.

The Oneida School District has three new faces greeting students as they return back to school next year. Jessi Larsen Bingham will be joining the staff at Malad high School as a math teacher. Angie Ihler will be teaching fourth grade this year at Malad Elementary and Lindsay Waldron will be joining the faculty at Malad Elementary as a second-grade teacher.

Robbie Dorius and Meagen Lish represented Malad High School at the Annual Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership Convention (HOBY). The convention was held during the summer at Boise State University.

25 YEARS AGO

(1998)

Local law enforcement is becoming increasingly concerned by an increase in domestic violence, now listed as the most frequent call for help at the Oneida Sheriff’s Office.

The Idaho Junior Rodeo Association wrapped up its season with an awards banquet. Those in the top ten who received honors were Alex Panting, John Flinders, Beau Smith, Lex Smith, Paige Yore, Sylvia Larkin, Meisha Weeks and Brody Weeks. Recipients received belt buckles and gift certificates good at any participating western store.

The “Drive-In Movie” to be held at LeGrande Aqua Plunge is being planned for August 21. The movie, “Jaws” will be played and those attending can float on tubes in the pool, which can be rented from the pool. This will be the first time the LeGrande Aqua Plunge has held this event.

A real battle of horsepower will occur when the Malad High Football Team challenges the Big Horses to a tug-of-war at the Oneida County fairgrounds August 13. Teams of draft horses from the Utah Horse Pulling Association will

challenge the local High School team showing which can pull the most weight.

35 YEARS AGO

(1988)

With a heavy haze of smoke hanging over it, Malad Valley could easily have been mistaken for an embattled zone last week. Last week, local residents watched in disbelief as thick black clouds of smoke - the sure sign of a fire - came bellowing from the mountains, both west and north. The smoke was the result of two separate wildfires, the Metcalf and the Red Rock fires both started by lightning. That evening flames of the fires were clearly visible throughout the night. The fires burned 11,600 acres in a week’s time.

Due to a strained 1988 budget, county commissioners have put a freeze on all unnecessary county spending from now until the end of the current fiscal year, which will end September 30.

According to the outline, the freeze will not affect employees’ salaries or any current contracts or agreements that the county has entered into, but is aimed mainly at getting department heads to use wise judgments in miscellaneous office spending.

The Malad Americans captured the 1st place Trophy in the Malad Little League Tournament completed last weekend. Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise are Tyler Smith, Bryson Vaughan, Chad Blaisdell, Clint Bastian, Josh Atkinson, Jason Kimberling, Assistant Coach Mark Evans, Greg Elliott, Derk Williams, Heath Barber, Brandon Vaughan, Tyler Jones, Jason Peterson and Coach Craig Daniels.

Brandon Vaughan received a plaque of recognition for Most Valuable

Player in the 12-year-old bracket.

45 YEARS AGO

(1978)

Local grain elevator operators report that the winter wheat harvest is less than pleasing in Oneida this year. One operator said that yield is above average in parts of the county with 30-40 bushels per acre while some areas are only harvesting about 10.

Malad High School Counselor Bill Mikesell report that a high percentage of the graduating class of 1978 is college bound this fall. Most of the students chose an avenue of further education before the end of the past school year.

Malad was fourth over-all in the Jim Bridger competition and had individual championships in wood chopping and spoon relay.

The home run fence is again erected in anticipation of the sixteen Little League teams that arrived for the 20th Annual Malad Little League Tournament.

Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise is Coach Clyde Ahlquist while Earl Hess, chairman of the grounds committee, looks on and Craig Daniels, tournament director; doing what he does best – giving orders. Others helping out with various projects at the field were Todd Forbush, Sheldon Jensen, Gary Woodmancy and Albert Ekstrom.

Members of the Bronco Busters 4-H horse club participated in the Franklin County invitational horse show on August 10th. Tracey Davis, Heidi Broadhead, Ann Marie and Cherie Weeks attended. Heidi finished 7th in the fitting and showing; Ann 2nd and Cherie 5th in the trail class competition and Cherie received 7th place in western equita-

tion division.

55 YEARS AGO (1968)

Fifty-nine members of the Malad High School graduating class of 1968 are planning to enroll in schools of higher learning this fall, according to Mrs. Elvene Haws, school secretary.

Sp/4 Duwyane B. John recently received the Purple Heart and Bronze Star for bravery in action while serving with the U.S. Army in Vietnam.

William W. Luedtke, Jr. reported to Lackland Air Force Base, Texas for duty after enlisting in the Air Force. He is a 1968 graduate of Malad High School. The American Legion Auxiliary, Department of Idaho has awarded honorable mention to Judy Benson, Malad Junior High School student, for her entry in the annual Americanism Essay contest.

Threatening skies failed to dampen the enthusiasm of Little Leaguers nor limit the crowd of parents and fans attending the opening games in the 10th annual Malad Invitational Tournament.

60 YEARS AGO (1963)

Calling all single women, statistics show that the number of single men in Oneida County far exceeds the number of unmarried gals. The findings are based on the latest marital figures gathered from all parts of the country by the De-

of Commerce.

The reports indicate that the male-female ratio varies considerably from region to region. They show that the number of single men and boys in Oneida County over the age of 14 amounts to 326 while the number of single women and girls in that age bracket is only 209.

partment

55 YEARS AGO (1968) American team, one of Malad's two entries in the 10th annual Little League tourney here, is shown above, Front row – Chuck Larson, Brad Bowen, Joey Thomas, J. Clair Davis, Tim Scott, David Williams, David Gillies, Chad Daniels, bat boy; back row – Billy Jones, David Wharton, Jimmy Crowther, Mark Wakley, Brian Scott, Roger Miller, Arne Jones, Coach Richard Rice. Kim Hess was absent when the picture was taken.

45 YEARS AGO (1978) The home run fence is again erected in anticipation of the sixteen Little League teams that arrived Wednesday for the 20th Annual Malad Little League Tournament. Shown at work is Coach Clyde Ahlquist, kneeling, while Earl Hess, chairman of the grounds committee, looks on and Craig Daniels, tournament director, doing what he does best – giving orders. (Linda Daniels)

55 YEARS AGO (1968) Also competing for Malad in the 10th annual Little League Tournament is the National squad. Team members pictured are, front row – Jared Crowther, Kelly Davis, Brad Atkinson, Scott Blaisdell, Kirk Allen, Fred Jones, Tony Gillies, David Jones, Kurt Davis, bat boy; back row – Coach Richard Rice, Brent Jones, Scott Alder, Kevin Crowther, Steven Edwards, Doug John, Kim Allen, Jake Timmerhoff, David Daniels was absent from the group picture.

Preventing Hay Fires

By Allison Eliason

Summer hay season can be a stressful time of year. Farmers are praying for rain, but not so hard that it flattens the hay or knocks the kernels off the grain and then hoping it will come at just the right time. Once the cutting has begun, the praying turns to few breakdowns, fast parts pick-ups, and sufficient dew so that they can get water back on the fields for the cutting to grow. You would think that as soon as the hay is in the stackyard, a farmer would finally stop worrying about that crop of hay, but the truth is, there is plenty more to worry about after the hay has been put up.

Old-time farmers used to say, “Bales in the hay yard are as good as money in the bank!” They knew that having feed put up for the winter months was just like saving up dollars for a rainy day. Available pasture or range grazing is never a given but feed standing in the stackyard is.

Farmers and ranchers depend on that hay to

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have the nutrition their cattle need to maintain their condition, be reproductively healthy, as well as capable of producing sufficient milk to raise their next calf.

Worrying about the condition of their hay seems like a reasonable thing to be concerned about even when the job seems done.

Aside from the quality of the hay, there are some years farmers have to watch the temperature of their haystack because getting too hot might just bring the whole pile down.

There is a delicate line of when is the right time to put up hay. Too dry and it falls apart and all the nutritionally dense leaves just fall off. Baled too wet and mold can develop, microorganisms will deplete the nutrition, and the risk of combustion is a serious concern. Farmers and ranchers are well aware of what is too wet to bale, but all too often, conditions outside their control force their hand. With hay ready to nearly dry enough and a storm on the horizon, farmers

might just take that gamble to bale it a little wet and pray it all turns out ok.

It sounds wrong to blame spontaneous combustion in a haystack on conditions being too wet, but that is exactly the cause. When there is too much moisture in hay, two things happen that lead to conditions that can result in spontaneous combustion.

First, plant cellular respiration, how a plant uses oxygen to convert sugars to energy for its growth, will continue to happen until the moisture content is down to 20%. As respiration happens, energy, heat, water and carbon dioxide are produced.

As the stack of hay begins to “sweat” from both the high moisture already in the hay and the added moisture from the continued cellular respiration, the hay becomes an ideal place for various microorganisms that thrive in warm, wet conditions. The microorganisms will break down the hay, a chemical reaction that gives off heat.

The exothermic reaction, or heat producing reaction, of both the respiration and the microorganism activity drives the internal temperatures of the hay into dangerous numbers and conditions. The perfect storm exists when a patch of hot, wet hay sits among tightly packed dry hay that won’t let the heat escape.

The hay will go through several stages as the temperature continues to rise. First as the hay begins to warm around 115-120 degrees fahrenheit and is wet, mold and a musty smell will begin to develop. As the temperatures continue to push passed 130 degrees fahrenheit, the sugars in the plant will begin to caramelize, giving the hay a brown color. As the thermometer moves beyond 150 degrees fahrenheit, the hay will begin turning black and combustion is possible.

If a farmer or rancher is able to catch a bale of hay in this condition, there is little to do to keep a bale from eventually igniting. What can

be done is to move the bale to where it won’t catch other hay or structures will also catch on fire. But when the hot spot of a bale is tucked inside the bale on the inside of the stack, it is often too late to do anything before the fire will spread.

No farmer or rancher counts on a stack of hay burning up when they bale up a cutting a day early to beat the fore-

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casted rain. But it’s a realistic possibility. It might seem like just a little extra moisture to begin with, but it could be the beginning of a much bigger and devastating problem to come. Checking moisture content and internal temperatures could be the difference of a haystack going up in smoke.

The hearing will be held on Monday, August 28, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. at the Oneida County

Library, 31 North 100 West, Malad, Idaho. Dated this 10th day of August 2023.

Kathy Kent Director #5528-08-17-24-23-T2

David M. Cannon (ISB #5250)

Jeffrey M. Kunz (ISB #9905)

CANNON LAW, P.A.

Attorneys at Law

75 East Judicial Street

Blackfoot, Idaho 83221

Telephone: (208) 785-1940

cannonlawpa@gmail.com

Attorneys for Personal Representative

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF ONEIDA MAGISTRATE DIVISION

In the Matter of the Estate of: Case No. CV36-23-0094

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

LANAE WAKLEY, D.O.D. 06/19/2023

Deceased.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named decedents. All persons having claims against the Decedent or the estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred.

Claims must be presented to the undersigned at the address indicated, and also filed with the Clerk of the Court.

DATED this _____ day of August, 2023.

SHEILA KENT

c/o Jeffrey M. Kunz

75 East Judicial Street

Blackfoot, ID 83221

(208) 785-1940

##5525-8-3-10-17-24-23-T4

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE is hereby given that a public hearing will be held on Wednesday September 6, 2023, at 6:00 P.M., at the Oneida County Event Center 459 South Main, Malad City, Oneida County, Idaho, before the Oneida County Planning and Zoning Commission for the purpose of hearing and reviewing public comment regarding a request for a Minor Subdivision, Sagebrush Acres, located at 1200 South, Holbrook Idaho. The request has been made by Sam Carter, owner of the property.

The public is invited to attend said hearing and to present written or oral testimony for or against the Minor Subdivision. Written comments must be submitted to the Oneida County Planning and Zoning Administrator, 30 North 100 West, Malad City, Idaho, before September 6, 2023. Copies of the proposal can be picked up at the Planning and Zoning Office 30 North 100 West. #5531-8-17-24-23-T2

Malad Elementary Breakfast

Monday, August 21 – Cereal Assortment, Mini Waffle, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Tuesday, August 22 – Cereal Assortment, Breakfast on a Stick, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Wednesday, August 23 – Cereal Assortment, Sweet Bread Slices, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Thursday, August 24 – Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Calzone, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Malad Middle Breakfast

Monday, August 21 – Cereal Assortment, Waffles, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Tuesday, August 22 – Cereal Assortment, Yogurt Parfait, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Wednesday, August 23 – Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Pizza, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Thursday, August 24 – Cereal Assortment, Bagel & Cream Cheese, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Malad High Breakfast

Monday, August 21 – Cereal Assortment, Waffles, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Tuesday, August 22 – Cereal Assortment, Yogurt Parfait, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Wednesday, August 23 – Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Pizza, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Thursday, August 24 – Cereal Assortment, Bagel & Cream Cheese, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Choices of Milk, Fresh Fruit & Veggies Served Daily in all Schools

Malad Elementary Lunch

Monday, August 21 – Chicken Nuggets, Mac & Cheese, Food Choice –

Carrot Sticks or Pears

Tuesday, August 22 – Hamburger

Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Roll, Food Choice – Green Beans or Mandarin

Oranges

Wednesday, August 23 – Burrito, Baked Fries, Food Choice – Corn or Applesauce

Thursday, August 24 – Deli Sandwich, Chips, Food Choice – Celery Sticks or Grapes

Malad Middle Lunch

Monday, August 21 – Spicy Chicken

Sandwich, Baked Fries, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks or Peaches

Tuesday, August 22 – Hamburger

Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Roll, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Green Beans or Applesauce

Wednesday, August 23 – Corn

Dog, Mac & Cheese, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Celery Sticks or Grapes

Thursday, August 24 – Ravioli, Garlic Bread, Salad Bar, Food Choice –Corn or Pears

Malad High Lunch

Monday, August 21 – Spicy Chicken

Sandwich, Baked Fries, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks or Peaches

Tuesday, August 22 – Hamburger

Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Roll, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Green Beans or Applesauce

Wednesday, August 23 – Corn

Dog, Mac & Cheese, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Celery Sticks or Grapes

Thursday, August 24 – Ravioli, Garlic Bread, Salad Bar, Food Choice –Corn or Pears

Fiscal Year October 1, 2023 - September 30, 2024

A budget totaling $2,425,820 has been tentatively approved. A public hearing prior to the adoption of the final budget will be held September 6, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at Oneida County Event Center, 459 South Main Street, Malad, Idaho.

seven hundred dollars ($700).

(b) Each member of the Malad City Council shall receive an annual salary in the sum of four thousand eight hundred dollars ($4800.00), payable in monthly installments of four hundred dollars ($400).

SECTION 2: REPEAL OF CONFLICTS. All prior Malad City ordinances, or provisions thereof, which conflict with this ordinance, are appealed to the extent thereof.

SECTION 3: EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect after passage and approval by the City Council and Mayor of Malad City, Idaho, and publication as provided by law.

PASSED, ADOPTED, ORDAINED AND APPROVED by the City Council of Malad City, Oneida County, State of ldaho, on this 9th day of August 2023.

JOAN HAWKINS, Mayor

ATTEST:

SUSAN J. WITTMAN, Clerk #5530-8-17-23-T1

NOTICE OF PROPOSED ZONING AMENDMENT AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS

NOTICE is hereby given that an application for zoning amendment has been filed with the Clerk of the City of Malad. The application has been made pursuant to Idaho Code and Malad City Ordinance #474. The applicant's name, summary, and location of the proposal are as follows:

1. Applicant: Speed’s Storage c/o Sean Jansson 331 South Main Street Malad City, Idaho 83252

2. Location of Subject Property: Street Address: 331 South Main Street Malad City, Idaho 83252

Legal Description:

A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN BLOCK "L". MALAD CITY TOWNSITE, ALSO BEING IN SECTION 27, TOWNSHIP 14 SOUTH, RANGE 36 EAST, BOISE MERIDIAN, MALAD CITY, ONEIDA COUNTY, AND FURTHER DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: PARCEL 1 BEGINNING AT THE WEST QUAR TER CORNER OF SAID SECTION 27, LOCATED SOUTH 00° 10' 25" EAST 2645.40 FEET FROM THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION: THENCE NORTH 00° 10' 25" WEST 381.83 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89° 49' 35" EAST 1203.05 FEET TO PK NAIL SET ON THE EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF SOUTH MAIN STREET AND THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF JENKINS AVENUE, THENCE SOUTH 89° 47' 26" EAST 103.05 FEET TO A 5/8" REBAR WITH CAP LABELED "A.A. HUDSON, PLS 4735: SET ON SAID NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE, THE TRUE POINT OF BE GINNING; THENCE NORTH 00° 12' 34" EAST 76.57 FEET TO A 5/8" RE BAR WITH CAP SET ON A FENCE LINE; THENCE NORTH 88° 16' 40" EAST 182.91 FEET TO A 5/8" REBAR WITH CAP SET ON A FENCE CORNER ON THE WEST LINE OF A PARCEL OF LAND OWNED BY THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS AS RECORD ED UNDER INSTRUMENT NUMBER 100838 IN THE OFFICIAL RECORDS OF ONEIDA COUNTY, THENCE SOUTH 02° 49' 47" EAST 82.85 FEET ALONG SAID WEST LINE TO A 5/8" REBAR WITH CAP SET ON SAID NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE; THENCE NORTH 89° 47' 26" WEST 187.20 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. PARCEL 2: BEGINNING AT THE WEST QUARTER CORNER OF SAID SECTION 27, LOCATED SOUTH 00° 10' 25" EAST 2645.40 FEET FROM THE NORTHWEST COR NER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE NORTH 00° 10' 25" WEST 381.83 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89° 49' 35" EAST 1203.05 FEET TO PK NAIL SET ON THE EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF SOUTH MAIN STREET AND THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF JENKINS AVENUE; THENCE NORTH 08° 20' 24" WEST 73.54 FEET TO A 5/8" REBAR WITH CAP SET ON SAID EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE; THENCE NORTH 88° 16' 40" EAST 114.05 FEET ALONG A FENCE LINE TO A 5/8" REBAR WITH CAP; THENCE SOUTH 00° 12' 34" WEST 76.57 FEET TO A 5/8" REBAR WITH CAP SET ON SAID NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE; THENCE NORTH 89° 47' 26" WEST 103.05 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING.

3. Summary of Proposal:

Applicant proposes to re-zone subject property from Residential “R” to Commercial “C”.

WHEREFORE, PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a public hearing will be held on Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. before the Malad Planning and Zoning Commission, 59 Bannock Street, Malad, Idaho, to review, discuss, deliberate upon and take public comment upon the application to rezone as described above. ALSO PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a public hearing will be held on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. before the Malad City Council, 59 Bannock Street, Malad, Idaho, to review, discuss, deliberate upon and take public comment upon the application to rezone as described above.

ORDINANCE NO. 492

AN ORDINANCE OF MALAD CITY, IDAHO, A POLITICAL AND MUNICIPAL

SUBDIVISION OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, ESTABLISHING THE SALARIES OF ELECTED OFFICIALS OF THE CITY OF MALAD, AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF MALAD, STATE OF IDAHO, AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1: MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS SALARIES. Commencing

January 1, 2024, the salaries of the Mayor and Council Members of the Malad City Council shall be as follows:

(a) The Mayor of Malad City shall receive an annual salary in the sum of eight thousand four hundred dollars ($8400.00), payable in monthly installments of

4-H & FFA Livestock Sale

Saturday August 19, 2023

Starts at 9:30 a.m. in the Livestock Arena

Thank you to all the buyers and families who have supported the youth.

DEADLINE to submit items for THE IDAHO ENTERPRISE IS FRIDAY AT 4:00 P.M.

CORBRIDGE COUNTRY BERRIES

Raspberry Pickers Needed August 21 through end of September

2 – 3 times a week

7:00 a.m.

$3.00 a pound

Call 208-709-0681

All interested residents of Malad City are invited to attend either or both hearings and present written or oral testimony in favor of or in opposition to the application to rezone as described above.

DATED this 15th day of August, 2023.

/s/

JOAN W. HAWKINS, Mayor Malad City, Idaho

ATTEST:

/s/

SUSAN J. WITTMAN, City Clerk #5532-8-17-24-23-T2

NEWS OF RECORD

ONEIDA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

James Nicholas Cech, Oak Creek, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50

Brett R. Panting, Terreton, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Roberto Sandoval, Jurupa Valley, fail to reduce speed or change lane while approaching stationary emergency/police vehicle, $33.50, costs $56.50

Grayson Todd Williams, Arbon, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50

MALAD CITY

Teresa Boye Didier, Deer Lodge, operate vehicle without a current or val-

id class D/operators license, $150.00, costs $157.50

Purity Miller, NA, unsafe backing, $33.50, costs $56.50

Dolt Webber, Ogden, unlawful to purchase, consume or possess alcoholic beverage under 21 years of age (1st offense), $431.00, costs $58.50

IDAHO STATE POLICE

Javier Alvarez-Reyes, Las Vegas, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50

Brooklyn M. Gardner, Herriman, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Christina Marie Slavens, Idaho Falls, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50

Firemen

Chief John Blaisdell and Vice Chief John Williams spoke to the council on behalf of the Fire department. The topic of fire hydrants was raised. Blaisdell mentioned that some of the hydrants in town were not in working order. Blaisdell suggested that the city and the fire department needed better communication going forward. A recent housefire in town brought the issue of hydrants to the fore. The first hydrant that the fire department used was not in prime working order, and by the time the hose had been attached to another hydrant, several minutes had passed, hampering the firefighting effort.

The mayor suggested that she and Tyler Webster had been in discussion about the bidding process for fire hydrant inspection/repair/replacement. Webster stated that there was a process in progress, although at present it had an unclear timeline. The cost of a new hydrant is around $2300. There are 22 hydrants in the city limits, according to Webster. Councilman Tyrell Neal asked Blaisdell to clarify what the issue with the non-functional hydrants was. Blaisdell explained that there are various issues with different hydrants. Blaisdell asked the council whether they would prefer to exercise the hydrants (that is, to open them up and test the water flow and operation of the valves), or have the city do it. Webster said that he would like the Fire Department to do it, so that they would also have an inventory of the status of the hydrants.

Mayor Hawkins stated that she had not been aware of the extent of the problems with fire hydrants in town. There was a discussion about whether the fire hydrant connected to the fire at 180 E had been working on its last inspection. There was not a consensus on the point, and it was stated that the inspection records would need to be consulted. The condition of the fire hydrants on Main Street—which had been noted as leaking in the past—was also discussed. The mayor would like to see bids for having flow tests and then moving forward with repairs as possible. John Blaisdell talked about increasing calls from insurance companies about status of the firefighting infrastructure in the valley as development and home sales increase.

Bannock Street Road Agreements

Mayor Hawkins discussed a series of agreements related to the Bannock street project, including a construction agreement for $453,000. The question of where the storm water drain started with regard to the project was raised, and determined to be 300 West. Phase 2 is the development project from 300 W to the railroad tracks. A motion to approve the mayor to sign the construction agreement, and the 7.34% payment from city was approved by the council.

Personnel Policy

Jaime Olsen spoke to the council about changes to the personnel policy. One element had to do with the official recognized holidays for employees. A few of the conventional days that the office is closed, like the day after Thanksgiving, are not officially noted in the policy. Olsen also suggested updating the Policy manual to include a Rules and Responsibilities section. Susan Wittman would like to change the cutoff dates for timecards to provide more time for payroll processing. A question about whether to add a CDL requirement to the job posting for city jobs on crew was discussed. The changes to the Personnel and Policy manual were approved after discussion.

Code Enforcer

The council discussed the job posting for a Code Enforcement officer position. The pay for the position was discussed, but not fully settled on. The sheriff agreed that the position would require a fulltime schedule for the employee hired into the position. There was clarification needed about whether the position would be hourly or salaried. An ad will be placed in the paper announcing the position as soon as the details are clarified.

Oneida Recreation

Lance Tripp spoke to the council about the Oneida Recreation program. City Council Representative to the program board Tripp explained how the program is currently organized. Oneida County Recreation supervises and administrates many youth athletic programs in the city and county, including soccer, baseball, softball, and others. The program is planning to begin a pickleball program in conjunction with the newly finished court.

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS

Oneida School District is seeking school bus drivers. Route, relief, and trips available. Must hold or be able to obtain a class B Commercial Driver’s License w/airbrake, passenger, and school bus endorsement. Paid CDL training is provided. Ale to pass a DOT physical. These are part-time positions, partially paid benefits, and life insurance. Pay is competitive with surrounding school districts. Must have clean driving record for two years. Interested candidates may contact the Bus Shop 208-497-2216 for more information.

There are separate categories which exist inside the overall account, tied to the individual sports. The individual accounts for each sport are reinvested in the sports themselves, with an eye toward making each one self-sustaining. Operations in the red are covered by the general fund, which becomes the case when a large outlay of funds for new equipment, repairs, or other large expenses occur. Travis Arnout, who managed the summer baseball program, needs to be paid $3,840 out of that account for his work over the summer. The city gives $3,000 annually to the program, and the county gives $1,200.

Surpluses to the programs are placed in the general fund, which is used to grow the program, which in turn should increase the overall financial health of all the programs. The initial stages of figuring out what the shape of the pickleball program within the Rec program will look like are underway.

A question about whether the city wants to continue to budget money toward the program was raised by Tyrell Neal, given the funds in the general account. Lance Tripp felt that using the money for projects that will grow the program in the future was the best course forward. One goal is for each sport to be able to support itself. The issue of fee schedules for various sports was discussed.

A motion to approve $3,840 to Travis Arnout, and approve Melissa Firth at $15 per kid for soccer was passed with Councilman Tyrell Neal voting no. A motion to approve pickleball court benches, water fountain, and path passed, with Councilman Tyrell Neal voting opposed. Bobbi Summers mentioned that she would be leaving the board soon, as would many of the members. The possibility of seeking a Recreation director instead of volunteers was raised by Summers as something that might be helpful for continuity and efficiency.

Industrial Park Well

The mayor reported that she had been contacted by the Dept of Water Resources following a request by Hess Pumice for an emergency well to allow for continued operations during any times that City water is

unavailable. The mayor was informed that the current moratorium that would be relevant in this case is on licenses rather than wells. The question of whether an unused well license could transfer to an industrial park well was discussed, but no action was taken.

Sheriff Report

The sheriff shared that the department had been very busy lately, with another large drug bust recently, and search warrants served for felony gun violations. Animal calls have become a low priority that is difficult to respond to as a result of increased call volume in other areas. The sheriff reported that the severity of the calls in general was going up. The money to fund a city enforcement officer will partly come from the existing city budget arrangement with the sheriff’s office. The exact figure of the difference has not yet been determined, though the sheriff requested that the entire salary line for a code enforcement officer not be taken directly from the sheriff’s budget from the city.

PZ Report

Shelly Williams spoke to the council about upcoming public hearings. A rezone request for the area behind the former Burger Shack was in the works. Williams mentioned changing the meeting time of Planning and Zoning week to the 1st Thurs of the month instead of the 3rd. This would decrease the wait time for those with requests before the board, which must then be approved by the City Council, who meets the second Wednesday of the month. There are three public hearings for variances on Thurs. The school is meeting with the PZ to discuss some of the process elements of the baseball/softball field projects across from the school, which is hoping to begin construction with the completion of the bidding process.

Budget

A tentative budget for the city was accepted, and the public budget hearing scheduled for Sept 6.

Superintendent City Superintendent Tyler Webster mentioned that the booster pump for the water system needs to be rebuilt. A second-

HIRING FOR MALAD CITY

CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER

Full Time, pay will be commensurate with experience, benefits included. Performs a variety of duties to assure compliance with Malad City Ordinances, including zoning regulations, nuisance abatement, animal control, vehicle parking, and other city code.

Requirements: Graduation from high school; plus, A. One (1) year of specialized training through trade schools or similar training in codes and ordinances enforcement AND B. One (1) year experience in code enforcement; or C. An equivalent combination of education and experience. Apply in person only. Full job description and requirements can be picked up from Malad City Clerk. Please provide resume with application. Applications due August 25 at Malad City Hall, 59 Bannock Street.

ary booster is currently not operating correctly. The estimate was for $23,000 the last time it was looked into.

A bid for painting Main street (striping) is being sought. The potential to possibly cross stripe the parking sports in front of the lights was made, which would help them from being hit by behicles. Terrel Schwartz did not think the damage to the lights warrants it, as it would result in the loss of several parking spots.

Tyrell Neal suggested a more limited approach to the spot blocking stripes, or designing the placement of the stripes in a way that offsets the light posts. Some paving issues with the job on Main Street were noted, with some unevenness and bumpy areas. The City is in contact with the contractor to ask for repairs/improvements to the job.

Larry Thomas Thomas mentioned a plaque created for the cemetery for suicide prevention awareness. Suitable locations within the cemetery for its placement were discussed.

Tyrell Neal Neal reported on the Just Serve Meeting, which he attended. Sept 9 has been set as this year’s Day of Service, and the organization is still looking for projects. The Day of Service is a community wide volunteer action day, where community members give their time to improve and beautify the city/county. One project mentioned was to clean planter boxes behind Veterans memorial. Another was to fill in trenches behind big baseball field. On Sept 13, a Glow in the Dark walk around Malad walking path will be held. A walking audit will be taken the following day, which will create an inventory of issues with walking areas around town and potentially allow for grant applications for city improvements.

Jaime Olsen

Olsen was interested in suggestions for new website pictures. She also reported on the Planning and Zoning Impact zone meeting with county. Olsen suggested that

people who have city services should be annexed into the city. There are around 35 homes in that situation.

Lance Tripp Tripp reported hearing complaints that people renting the pavilion have been leaving a mess. Some have noted that the pavilion needs more garbage cans. Tripp asked whether a deposit would be helpful, and a discussion was had on the topic. The question of whether the slogan “Everybody’s hometown” had been trademarked was raised. It was determined that it had. It was reported that the bathroom doors near the splash pad were often blowing open. Automatic closers on bathroom doors were discussed, as well as another set of outlets in pump shed. The stake young mens group requested permission to use the city's projector and screen for an event in the park. It was decided that as long as the parties in charge of the event were deemed to be responsible that would be fine.

Mayor

The mayor reported that Jean Thomas had sent the city a thank you letter for its work on behalf of the Welsh Festival.

Curlew Senior Citizens' Menu

Every Meal Served with Juice/Milk/Coffee

Aug. 22 - Swiss Steak w/Rice, Green Peppers, Fruit, Salad Bar, Dessert

Aug. 24 - Potato Bar, Fruit, Muffins, Salad Bar, Dessert

Malad Senior Citizens’ Menu

Every meal served with Juice/Milk/Coffee

Aug. 18 - Grilled Hamburgers and Hot Dogs, Carrot and Raisin Salad, Fresh Fruit, Dessert

Aug. 23 - Beef Stroganoff on Noodles, Beets, Applesauce, Dessert

EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION OFFICER/DISPATCHER

The Oneida County Sheriff’s Office is looking for individuals who are excited to help their community in a meaningful way. Emergency Communication Officers are responsible for answering, coordinating, and disseminating critical calls for service utilizing specialized computer-based telephone equipment. They provide information to officers, detectives, records clerk, and other office personnel as needed to assist with performance of their duties, interacts with the public in person and by telephone.

We are hiring full and part-time ECOs. The full-time position wage starts at $15.37/hr., a great benefits package and PERSI retirement, shift differential pay, and a pay increase after successful completion of the POST academy. The part-time position wage is $15/hr. Additional requirements for this position are: High school diploma or equivalent. Available to work 12 hour shifts rotating days/nights, including weekends and holidays. Must be able to type 45 words per minute. Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, polygraph, and written/practical examinations. Applications can be obtained at the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office, or by requesting one through email to dispatch@oneidasheriff.net. These positions are open until filled.

The Fair opened with the traditional first show event, the Dog Show. In addition to the Showmanship and Obedience categories, this year’s show added the newto-4-H event of Rally, in which participants lead their dogs through a course laid out by the judges to demonstrate a variety of handling skills. This year’s judge was Mary Thompson, from just outside of Blackfoot, who provided a lot of insight to the young dog trainers during the course of the morning’s event.

The Obedience rounds were held first. During these rounds, the kids work their dogs through such elements as “Heel on leash,” “Figure 8,” “Sit for Exam,” “Sit stay while handler walks around the ring,” and “Recall on leash” portion to test the dogs’ ability to follow commands and their comfort with the handlers. “The hardest part is to have the dog sit while they walk around the ring,” Thompson said. “We were all happy when the AKC added it. Then we all tried it,” she laughed.

One of the elements involves the “long sit on leash” test, where the animal must remain in an ordered sit for the duration of a minute without standing or leaving.

“I know this minute can seem like the longest time,” Thompson said.

“It can seem like hours when it’s your dog.”

The Phase II, Pre-Novice round was held first.

“As often happens in these cases, we sometimes end up with a tie,” Thompson said. In that event, a tie breaker goes to the handler with a higher score on the first round of heeling. As a result, Riggin Munns took first place, and Megan Moss took second.

Phase I, Class B was a bigger class, with Bayli Nesbit, Eva Coleman, April Haven, Cecilee

Hill, Audrey Moss, and Dax Nimer competing. In the event, Audrey Moss was awarded first place, Bayli Nesbit took second, and April Haven came in third.

Phase I, Class A was also a two person class, in which Kayla Wilson took first place, and Lyndee Nimer took second.

Throughout the event, Thompson encouraged the handlers, and spoke with them a bit about their dogs. “It sometimes takes two years to really bond with your dog and get to know them as well as you need to.”

“Well,” said Bayli

GOAT SHOW

Judge Quinton Zilles began the goat show by remarking that “This is the largest class of dairy goats I’ve judged, so good work to everyone for getting involved in this event. It’s good to see it so strong in Oneida County.”

The judging began with the Showmanship Class. In the Senior/Intermediate class, Abbie Cox, Kendrey Bywater, Isabella Snow, Shaylynn Snow, Kelty Thomas, Kenna Thomas, Vivian Young, William Whipple all showed their goats. Zilles had the kids take their goats around the arena, then stand with them while he asked a series of questions, such as “What breed is your goat? Has she kidded? How many kids has she had? What can you tell me about this goat’s ears?” and so on. As happens, some of the animals were less interested in being led around and examined.

“Some of these goats remind us that goats have minds of their own,” Zilles said. In the Calss, Abbie Cox was awarded

first place, Kendrey Bywater took second, and Kelty Thomas took third.

The Junior participants were Tayvia Bywater, Saigelyn Cox, Jaxon Snow, Casey Young, Caroline Whipple. Saigelyn Cox took first, Tayvia Bywater took second, and Caroline Whipple third. In the All-around, the judge remarked on the handlers skills with their goats and interaction with him and the goats themselves. “Attentiveness to the goat and to the judge is very important,” he said. “And remember to

Nesbit, “we’re definitely going to have to get to know each other, because we’re going to be out there together a lot.”

In the All-Around judging for the Obedience Class, the Grand Champion was Audrey Moss, and the Reserve was Riggin Munns.

The Showmanship Senior Class had one participant, Bayli Nesbit, who took first, and a blue ribbon premium.

In the Intermediate Class, Cecilee Hill, April Haven, Audrey Moss, Lyndee Nimer, and Kayla Wilson all competed.

The dogs (“Line up big to small—poodles go

first,” said Oneida County Dog 4-H leader Emily Christiansen from the sidelines) are inspected by the judge, and then sent around the ring in order for the judge to see the dogs in motion. In this class, Lyndee Nimer took first, Audrey Moss took second, and April Haven took third.

In the Junior Showmanship Class, Riggin Munns was awarded first, followed by Eva Coleman in second, Dax Nimer in third, and Megan Moss in fourth.

The Showmanship Grand Champion for this year is Lyndee Nimer, and Riggin Munns was named the Reserve Champion.

The new event, Rally, involves the handlers following a course with a series of instructions

for various actions.

“Now your dog can’t read,” Thompson said. “So you’re going to have to remember this for them.” The participants all began by walking the course to gain familiarity with its layout. The event is scored through a combination of time to complete the course, as well as skill and style points for the actions (such as “stay,” “turn a circle left” and so on).

“You want to go fast,”

Thompson said, “but it’s more important to go at a good pace for you and your dog. Rally is fun, but it’s tough. Remember that you can talk to your dog however you want. Use your hands, clap, encourage them as they go.”

To the assembled parents, Thompson ex-

plained that “This is one of the events that we say at the AKC lets the handlers be airplane pilots. They have to be fast, but also precise and confident in what they’re doing.”

After the scores were totaled, Lyndee Nimer was named the Rally Grand Champion, Kayla Wilson was named the Reserve, and April Haven placed third.

“I love working with the kids,” Thompson, herself a dog breeder, trainer, and AKC competitor said. “They’re our future. If we don’t get kids interested, we won’t have dog shows or sports any more.” Asked how the Malad event had gone, Thompson replied, “Excellent. I’m really impressed with these kids. The rally is only two years old in 4-H, and these kids all did an amazing job with it!” Thompson found the level of competition high. “I’m splitting hairs for a lot of the rounds. I wouldn’t want to compete against these kids!”

Thompson also praised 4-H. “It encourages them to not just compete, but to love the event. Some other counties this size only have one person in each division, but there’s real competition here.”

smile!” The judge had the participants switch to handle each other’s goats.

“Sometimes a goat will act great with one person and not another, so I like to get a clearer sense of how much of an impact that has.” Abbie Cox was named the Grand Champion, and Kendrey Bywater was named the Reserve Champion, just beating out their sisters Saigelyn Cox and Tayvia Bywater. “Listen older sisters,” Zilles said.

“Your younger sisters are coming for you. Age and wisdom only go so far,”

he laughed. In the Quality Class, the Milking Doe event was held first. Participating were Abbie Cox, William Whipple, Tayvia Bywater, Kendrey Bywater, Saigelyn Cox, Isabella Snow, Shaylynn Snow, Caroline Whipple, and Casey Young. Abbie

Cox took first, followed by Caroline Whipple, and Kendrey Bywater. “First place embodies a lot of the feminine strength and quality we look for in a milking goat. Second was not really extreme in any one area, but a solid animal all the way through. Third would have proba-

bly won if she’d had kids, but in a milking class I think that’s an important part of the class.”

The Doling class had three participants, who finished with Kelty Thomas winning first, Kenna Thomas in second, and Jaxon Snow in third.

A large group of participants came out for this year’s 4-H Dog Show

Reserve Riggin Munns and Grand Champion in Obedience Audrey Moss

Rally 3rd place April Haven, Reserve Kayla Wilson, and Grand Champion Lyndee Nimer

Reserve Riggin Munns and Grand Champion in Showmanship Lyndee Nimer

Grand Champion Showman Abbie Cox and Reserve Champion Kendrey Bywater

Judge Quinton Zilles examines the Junior Class.

The final judged show event for Monday’s Fair kickoff was the mini horse show in the arena. Judge Shantel Falter from Blackfoot had the task of handing out ribbon in a fun and exciting series of events.

The same group of participants were involved with each of the event types: Emmett Moyer, Paisley Moyer, Lyndee Nimer, Whitnee Waldron, and Caroline Whipple.

The show began with the Showmanship event. During the event, the

horses enter the ring with their handlers and then take their position for inspection by the judge. Judge Falter asked each kid a question about their horses. “I asked them all a question about their horse’s body parts. It’s just a reminder to make sure to know that stuff, since a lot of judges in competitions will ask them.” According to the judge, the placement at the top was very close. “This is such a fun class to judge,” Falter said. “You have some brand new kids out here, as

well as some with a bit more experience. They’re all doing great, though!”

In Showmanship, Whitnee Waldron took first, Lyndee Nimer took second, and Paisley Moyer took third.

The Driving Trail event is basically an obstacle and skill course, that has the handlers work behind their horses with reins. The course involves driving the horses over logs and other elements, stop and start in designated locations, and move

through gating. “It may sound easy once you see the course laid out, but sometimes driving horses without a cart is much harder than with one,” Falter said. Some of the horses were nervous about navigating some of the course’s features, and the event presented the most difficulty of the three. “It’s not the easiest thing in the world with some of these horses,” Extension Office Director Sawyer Fonnesbeck said. “But we have some great kids out here at this show, and we

got a lot accomplished.”

In the event, Whitnee Waldron took first, Lyndee Nimer came in second, and Emmett Moyer took third.

The Jumping in Hand event has the handlers use a lead to run alongside their horses and lead them through a course of jumps. Emmett Moyer chose to lead in front of his horse and jump with it, which was a crowd favorite moment. In the event, Paisley Moyer placed first, Whitnee Waldron came in second, and Lyndee Nimer

won third.

Overall, the display of skill and dedication on the part of the kids was impressive to those in the stands, the judges, and the 4-H staff. “For those of you that struggled with your animals during some parts of these courses, it was great to see you keep at it. That’s the way you win,” Falter said. “You guys keep trying and keep working. Everyone came out of this a winner and did a great job.”

Whitnee Waldron drives her horse through the course

Caroline Whipple on the Driving Trail course

Emmett Moyer goes all out in the Jumping in Hand event

Paisley Moyer talks with the judge

Lyndee Nimer

The crowd at the Oneida County fairgrounds enjoyed a full night of entertainment as they kicked off the 2023 Oneida County Fair Monday, August 14.

Live a Little Productions

Freestyle Moto-Insanity returned to Malad to provide another thrilling show of jumps, stunts and tricks. In addition to the freestyle stunts, the show also included lawn mower racers from the Rocky Mountain Mower Association based out of Idaho Falls as well as a ROV and “Tough Trucks” race off. The night was full of loud motors and even louder cheers from the crowd as they enjoyed the night.

Oneida County’s own adrenaline junkies also participated in the night’s show as they raced for glory and bragging rights for the year to come. The motor-

bike race divisions were broken down by bike size and stroke, as well as taking in mind the racers age. The races showcased four different groups- the youngest riders under the age of eight on bikes ranging between 50-100 cc, riders aged eight to twelve on bikes 100-250 cc with both 2 stroke and 4 stroke engines, and racers thirteen and older racing on bikes with a 150-200 cc motor divided into 2 stroke and 4 stroke divisions.

The night began with the Rocky Mountain Mower Association taking to the arena, racing eight laps around their own modified short track. The racers brought their souped up class SS/2 mowers that, had they a blade mounted on the underside, would have gone right back to cutting grass as

soon as the race finished.

Next, the crowd cheered on the littlest drivers as they made their way around the track to open the local ATV talent. Included in the first group with the most racers was Chevy Ward, Kaggon Ward, JoJo Jones, Cache Lake, Easton Johnson, McCall Summers, Kyler Blasidell, Lillian Blaisdell, Wade Eliason and Baler Hall. The riders and their bikes might have been small but their drive to win wasn’t! The track had some rough patches for the small bikes causing several riders to go down over the ruts.

Racing in the 85120cc driving was Braykin Gamble, Madden Ganzden, Declan Summers, Paige Eliason, and Macoy Luke. Racers of the third division included Oakley Maddox,

Mason Eliason and Anvil Oyler. The final division was comprised of Seth Barnes, Brookelin Isaacson, Michael Jones, Xander Merja, Tylee Venable, and Braun Nalder.

Each division featured two races for the night. The first race was a Chicago style race, with two riders going head to head where they began on opposite sides of the track. In their second round, the riders lined up on a single starting line, finally competing to see the fastest of the group.

Skyler Neibaur, CEO of Live a Little Productions said of the Malad races, “We never get such a great turnout of the young riders like we do here in Malad. This is awesome! We love to see them get out there and race, especially the littlest ones.”

Monday's first big day of the Fair ended with the traditional Motocross event, and fireworks to signal the opening of an eventful week. Below are some of the professional and local competitors in a variety of races held throughout the night, including cars, trucks, ATVs, bikes, and more.

Following the local motorbike talent, the crowd enjoyed a little mud slinging from the ROV and “Tough Truck” division. Flinging dirt into the stands and inspiring a few gasps as the racers took the turns on two wheels, nearly flipping over, the races inspired a little adrenaline for even the fans in the stands. With only two racers in each division, they went head to head with the winner being crowned after the best of three.

Throughout the night, Live a Little Productions professional freestyle riders performed stunts and tricks across the arena. They performed some of the sport’s most thrilling stunts to the awed crowd like the Kiss of Death, the Switchblade, the CanCan, the One Footed Candy Bar, and the Lazy Boy just

to name a few. The obvious favorite stunt of the night was a double backflip that had cheering and screaming with delight. As the freestyle stunt riders went around the arena, they high-fived the excited young fans that tirelessly cheered them on for more and more tricks. After the races and freestyle riding came to an end, the lights were doused as the Malad Fire Department ended the night with an exciting firework show, a perfect way to close out the opening night of the Oneida County Fair. The MotoCross event as well as the fireworks were provided by the Oneida County Fair Board.