The Idaho Enterprise | November 30,2023

Enterprise The Idaho

Oneida County's News Since 1879 Malad City, Idaho

November 30, 2023 |Vol. 143 No. 48

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“Hammin’ It Up for Christmas” event begins this week! You could win a ham for Christmas!

For the next two weeks, the Hammin’ It Up for Christmas contest will run in The Idaho Enterprise. Sponsored by Malad merchants. Will provide nice juicy hams to twenty Oneida County residents who take the time to enter the contest.

Clip the entry forms that are included in this edition of The Idaho Enterprise, fill them in and deliver them to the participating merchants

by Wednesday, December 13. Entry forms will also be included in the December 7 edition of The Idaho Enterprise, so you will have two chances to win!

The rules specify that winners need not be present to win. The participating “Hammin’ It Up for Christmas” sponsors include: Allen Drug & Variety, Idaho Real Estate Group, Oneida Family Dental, Albert’s Service

& Up The Creek, Thomas Market, Malad City, Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital, Canyon View Cares Vet Hospital, Farm Bureau Insurance, Mountain States Insurance, Hotel Malad & Hubcap Lounge, ATC Communications, Thomas Electric & Furniture, Northern Title, KJ’s Super Store, Hess Lumber & Home Center, Mountain Valley Realty, Edith’s Collective, Malad Masons Lodge #51, Outlaw Vapor, Malad Drive in, The Idaho Enterprise, Ward’s ACE & Country Store..

Deadline to enter is December 13 at 5:00 p.m. Each business will have an in-store drawing on Thursday, December 14 and will notify their winners to pick up their hams. See Page 6 & 7 of this issue and enter to win a nice holiday ham!

Enoch Ward of Ward's ACE and Country Store stands with a picture of his late father Larry.

Joe Bosworth, Taylor Thomas and Travis Miller, Thomas Market

John Christophersen, Malad City

Carrie Hess, Allen Drug & Variety

Julie Williams, ATC Communications

NEWS IN BRIEF

Idaho asks Supreme Court to let abortion law take effect

The Freemasons of Malad

Mary Ann Reel, Mountain Valley Realty

Steve Atkinson and Mike Atkinson, Idaho Real Estate Group

Mary Jo Davis, Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital

(CNN) Idaho asked the Supreme Court on Monday to allow its state abortion ban that imposes penalties on doctors who perform abortions to take full effect despite federal requirements for emergency room doctors. The case comes to the high court more than a year after the justices overturned a constitutional right to abortion, altering the landscape of abortion rights nationwide and triggering more than half the states, including Idaho, to outlaw or severely restrict the procedure. Idaho’s Defense of Life Act is a near total ban on abortion, with an exception to prevent the mother’s death. The law imposes penalties on doctors who perform prohibited abortions unless the “physician determined in good faith medical judgement and based on the facts known to the physician at the time, that the abortion was necessary to prevent the death of the pregnant woman.” Physicians who violate the law could face criminal penalties and risks the suspension of their licenses.

INSIDE THE ENTERPRISE Light Parade......................Pg. 2 Ham Entry Forms...........Pg.6-7 Looking Back......................Pg.8 Community Calendar.......Pg.9 Puzzles.............................Pg.10 Kevin Degn, Farm Bureau Insurance

Natalie Larsen, Oneida Family Dental

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Light Parade kicks off Christmas season!

The annual Christmas Light Parade made its way through town last weekend, on a chilly night filled with sights, lights, and the warmth of friends and community. The parade also kicked off the beginning of the light display program at the City Park, and a series of new downtown window displays.

The parade, featuring over twenty entries, wound its way through the downtown area past those braving the cold. The brightly lit decorated vehicles and floats included a number of snowmen, reindeer, and even santas. The parade is the sixth annual Spirit of Christmas Light Parade, sponsored by the Malad Volunteer Firemen. Businesses, individuals, and organizations all took part in the festive tour around town, which ended at the Fire station and a welcome bonfire. As the crowd grew around the fire, hot cocoa and baked goods were on offer in the slightly warmer bay. Santa Claus made a visit on behalf of the Oneida Crisis Center, distributing stuffed animals to all who asked for them.

The capper for the night was an amazing winter fireworks display. As the colors from above reflected off the new snow, adults and kids alike thrilled to the fantastic show.

At the conclusion of the fireworks, a more terrestrial show started at the city park. For the second year in a row, Malad City Park is hosting a music and light show designed by Brad Coleman, programmed by Melanie Coleman, and set up with the help of JP and Justin Wittman, Colton Cox, and Quinn Eliason. ATC donated Eliason’s time and a bucket lift to help put up the “mega tree” at the center of the display, which made the process a lot easier than last year, according to Melanie.

The show is a little different than last year, with a new set of songs, new light routines, and some additional light elements. New snowflakes add another

layer of visuals to the lights. A screen hanging at the pavilion again displays pictures from locals featuring their Christmas scenes. “At first I had to beg people for them, and then I ended up with way too many!”

Coleman said.

Although many people requested that the display use the same songs as last year, the Colemans ultimately decided that “new is good, too” and changed the musical accompaniment. The songs range from the devotional (“Away in a Manger”), classic (“It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas”), and popular (“Christmas Every Day”). The potential for a “Thowback Night” with last year’s program is still a possibility.

The light show will run at the city park every night from 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. through Christmas. Melanie hopes that the show will be able to run through New Years, but is keeping an eye on the weather.

“Taking this down under a lot of snow would not be fun,” Coleman said. The light show is a great activity for families. Visitors can sit in the warmth of their vehicles and enjoy a world-class treat.

Despite the urge to keep adding to the show in the upcoming years, for the present the Colemans plan to continue with a version of the current setup. “We’ll change songs, of course, but otherwise we’re good with where it’s at.”

The Co-op Christmas window displays are also installed for the season and bringing the sights of the season to downtown. Windows have been worked on since Halloween, with a dedicated crew of volunteers working to make the displays unique and special. Chris Jensen, Becky Cox, Heather Corbridge, and Melanie Coleman have all worked untold hours to bring the cozy spectacle to fruition. Other than some funds contributed by the city, the work is all volunteer.

“It takes hundreds of hours to get this ready. I basically

The Light Show will run at the City Park every night from 5:30 to 10:30.

Santa drove his glowing ride through downtown in the Light parade.

Stuffed animals were distributed by the big guy himself during the bonfire.

The seasonal window display will be up throughout the holiday season.

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lived at the co-op for a few weeks in a row,” Coleman said. Most of the props and fixtures used in the displays were created by the crew, and a lot of them are made from simple materials such as cardboard. “We try to recycle as much as we can from year to year but change it up to be new.” The displays include a number of intricate Christmas scenes, including Mrs. Claus at home, Santa on a rooftop, reindeer, and more.

Melanie and Brad Coleman are currently the Volunteers of the Year for Malad City, and their efforts on behalf of adding beauty and fun to the community show why they deserve the recognition!

Next Monday, the Oneida Interfaith Council will present a Live Nativity behind the Presbyterian Church, just up the hill from the co-op. The nativity is free for everyone, and includes live actors and animals to aid in telling of the miraculous birth in song and story. Refreshments will be served throughout the event. The program will repeat every half hour from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

The 102nd annual Fireman’s Ball will be held at the Event Center at 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 2. The event will feature live music from the Rough Stock Band, a raffle for a number of great prizes, and the chance for a night out dancing.

The Enterprise Christmas Party will also be held at the Event Center, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on December 7. Santa will make an appearance at around 7:00 p.m. Walking tacos and hot dogs will be served, and prizes will be drawn from the coloring contest entries submitted by kids from all around the county.

Based on the number of entries turned in, there should be a big crowd on hand for the big day, so plan to come down and have a great time!

Mrs. Claus looks out from her temporary home in the co-op building.

Everything can be made festive during Chirstmastime!

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SCHOOL MENU Malad Elementary Breakfast Monday, December 4 - Cereal Assortment, Waffle, Fruit, Juice/Milk Tuesday, December 5 - Cereal Assortment, Muffin/Yogurt, Fruit, Juice/Milk Wednesday, December 6 - Cereal Assortment, Ham & Cheese Ripper, Fruit, Juice/Milk Thursday, December 7 - Cereal Assortment, Cinnamon Apple Tex Toast, Fruit, Juice/Milk Malad Middle Breakfast Monday, December 4 - Cereal Assortment, Apple Filled Donut, Fruit, Juice/Milk Tuesday, December 5 - Cereal Assortment, Ultra Slice Sweet Bread, Fruit, Juice/Milk Wednesday, December 6 - Cereal Assortment, Ham & Cheese Ripper, Fruit, Juice/Milk Thursday, December 7 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Calzone, Fruit, Juice/Milk Malad High Breakfast Monday, December 4 - Cereal Assortment, Apple Filled Donut, Fruit, Juice/Milk Tuesday, December 5 - Cereal Assortment, Ultra Slice Sweet Bread, Fruit, Juice/Milk Wednesday, December 6 - Cereal Assortment, Ham & Cheese Ripper, Fruit, Juice/Milk Thursday, December 7 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Calzone, Fruit, Juice/Milk Choices of Milk, Fresh Fruit & Veggies Served Daily in all Schools Malad Elementary Lunch Monday, December 4 – Mini Cal-

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zone, Breadstick, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks or Peaches Tuesday, December 5 – Hamburger Gravy Mashed Potatoes, Roll, Food Choice – Green Beans or Pears Wednesday, December 6 – Cream of Potato Soup w/Diced Ham, Breadstick, Food Choice – Corn or Applesauce Thursday, December 7 – Alfredo Chicken Noodles, Breadstick, Food Choice – Sliced Cucumbers or Grapes Malad Middle Lunch Monday, December 4 – Cheeseburger, Baked Fries, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks or Applesauce Tuesday, December 5 – Tex Mex Mac, Breadstick, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Green Beans or Pears Wednesday, December 6 – Corn Dog, Mac & Cheese, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Celery Sticks or Grapes Thursday, December 7 – Chicken Teriyaki Bowl, Eggroll, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Broccoli or Peaches Malad High Lunch Monday, December 4 – Cheeseburger, Baked Fries, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks or Applesauce Tuesday, December 5 – Tex Mex Mac, Breadstick, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Green Beans or Pears Wednesday, December 6 – Corn Dog, Mac & Cheese, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Celery Sticks or Grapes Thursday, December 7 – Chicken Teriyaki Bowl, Eggroll, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Broccoli or Peaches

Kids, send Santa letters to The Idaho Enterprise!

For children 11 years old and under, not enrolled in Oneida public schools, The Idaho Enterprise is accepting letters to Santa, which will appear in the December 21 edition. Children enrolled in the public schools submit letters to their teachers and they are subsequently sent to the newspaper.

Emailed letters are preferred, or parents of children can drop handwritten letters to The Idaho Enterprise located at 100 East 90 South in Malad. The email address is sherrie.w@idahoenterprise.com Deadline to receive letters to Santa is Monday, December 4.

THANKS to everyone who came to the Oneida County Military Veterans Book event!

All 250 books were sold, but we are planning to order 100 more.

If you would like to reserve a copy of this book that honors Oneida County’s veterans, please contact Kay Caldwell (208-766-4014 or 208-251-8878) before December 15. The books will be available the middle of January.

EMPLOYEES OF THE MONTH

Principal Michael Corbett, MHS Math teacher Jennie McClain, and Superintendent Jon Abrams.

Two Oneida School District staff members were recognized as “Employees of the Month” at the November 21 meeting of the School Board. (No “Employee of the Month” was named in October.) Both honorees received plaques that will be displayed in the District Office throughout the month, gift cards to restaurants, and copies of the “Starfish” poem.

Jennie McClain, MHS Math Teacher

Mr. Michael Corbett, Principal of Malad High School. read the following letter in support of Jennie McClain as “Employee of the Month”: “[Jennie McClain] is an incredible asset to our school and the students who trust her. She consistently goes above and beyond what is asked of her to bring to Malad High School the best possible strategies, curriculum, and training . . . . Over the last few years, she has been deeply involved in curriculum adoption for the state. She has been key to the alignment of curriculum in our building and the piloting of the new math badging curriculum, which is designed to help students gain credit for the concepts they can prove proficiency in.

“One of the things that she does very quietly and very well is making extra time for students who need extra help.

As a principal, I have never doubted that if I send a student to her to ask for help, she will give them the resources and help they need to be successful.

She tutors many and has helped many in their ability to understand and gain confidence in their math abilities.

“One of her greatest attributes is the ability to advocate for her students and the math program in our school. . . .

No matter the problem or concern she brings forward, she also brings possible

solutions. Out school continually benefits from her efforts and abilities.”

Terri Storms, IHLA Gifted-and-Talented Student Coordinator

Dr. Terri Sorensen, Administrator for the Idaho Home Learning Academy, read the following letter, written

by Kendra Lanier, Assistant K-8 IHLA Principal, in support of Terri Storms as “Employee of the Month”: “Terri [Storms] has worked for Oneida School District and IHLA for four years. . . . For the current . . . school year, Terri has been forging a path as IHLA’s new Gifted and Talented Coordinator K-12. This position is brand new and has presented many challenges and rewarding opportunities for growth. . . . Within this position, Terri has contributed to Oneida [School District’s] 3-year GT plan, established processes for identifying potentially gifted students and filtering referrals, created a vast array of curricula for meeting the needs of identified and referred GT students in multiple content areas, disaggregated data, designed and implemented a process for tracking, recording, and processing student information related to the GT program, directed another teacher working with her, taught live virtual classes, and communicated with . . . stakeholders for the benefit of IHLA’s gifted and advanced students.

Terri has dedicated her personal time to ensure new [curricula are] created and implemented in a timely manner.

“Oneida School District and the Idaho Home Learning Academy are fortunate to have Terri Storms as a dedicated and engaged gifted and talented teacher.”

Because she lives in Nampa, Terri received her honor virtually over Zoom.

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• 20:43 Citizen Assist

• 07:55 Traffic Accident • 12:08 Welfare Check. Alarm • 16:31 Suspicious Circumstance • 22:11 Intoxicated Person • 22:52 DUI

Thursday, November 9, 2023

• 01:38 Foul Odor Reported. Gas or sulfur • 16:27 Traffic Complaint. Dangerous driving reported • 16:39 Missing Person Reported • 18:24 Animal Call. Loose horses on roadway • 22:32 Welfare Check

Friday, November 10, 2023

• 13:01 Theft Reported. Possible stolen mailbox • 23:57 Suspicious Circumstance Reported

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• 01:33 Suicide Threat • 03:47 Disturbance Reported, Possible apartment break-in • 08:29 Stalking Reported • 11:14 Animal Call • 11:54 Traffic Accident. No injuries • 17:02 Mental Health Call

Wednesday, November 8, 2023

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• 15:54 Loitering Reported • 18:28 Fire Reported. Vehicle fire • 20:02 Traffic Complaint. Dangerous driving reported • 21:46 Motorist Assist. No injuries • 22:57 Traffic Hazard. Object on I-15

Tuesday, November 7, 2023

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Saturday, November 11, 2023

• 00:46 Suspicious Person Reported • 11:27 Civil Call • 14:57 Suspicious Circumstance Reported. Crossbow bolt discovered on property • 16:00 Traffic Accident. Fender bender

ONEIDA COUNTY CLINIC

What's in season during December?

Following are recent calls received by dispatchers at the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office. During the week of 11/05 to 11/25, the Sheriff’s Office investigated 85 new cases. During this time, the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office dispatchers received and an unknown number of total calls.

This report includes only new investigations and does not include regular investigations, civil services, and the other responsibilities of the Sheriff’s Office.

Monday, November 6, 2023

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es, Broccoli Salad, Pineapple and Cottage Cheese, Dessert Dec 20 - Ham, Cheese Potatoes, Beets, Rolls, Dessert Dec 23 - Sloppy Joes, Carrot and Raisin Salad, Grapes, Dessert Dec 27 - Chicken and Broccoli Casserole, Peaches, Rolls, Dessert Dec 29 - Pulled Pork Sandwiches, 3 Bean Salad, Fruit, Dessert

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Sunday, November 5, 2023

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1 package of fresh cranberries (usually sold in 2Ib bags), washed clean 1⁄2 cup granulated sugar - Feel free to adjust to preferred taste 1⁄2 cup water 1 fresh orange; juice and peel or zest

• 01:29 DUI • 11:21 Vandalism Reported. Mailbox hit by vehicle

Sunday, November 12, 2023

• 07:18 Suspicious Circumstance Reported • 12:17 Welfare Check • 13:45 Alarm Reported. Lifeline Medical Alert • 21:47 Traffic Accident. Deer struck by vehicle • 23:22 Alarm Reported

Monday, November 13, 2023

Tuesday, November 14, 2023

• 00:48 Traffic Hazard • 05:46 Child Protection Call • 07:11 Suspicious Circumstance Reported • 08:40 Property Damage. Crisis Center • 14:45 Civil Call • 14:46 Civil Call • 16:09 Civil Call • 16:57 Motorist Assist. Ran out of gas

Wednesday, November 15, 2023 • 01:07 Medical Emergency • 08:25 Sex Offense Reported

Thursday, November 16, 2023

• 10:14 Hit and Run Reported • 12:33 Civil Call • 19:01 Traffic Complaint

Friday, November 17, 2023

• 02:00 Alarm Reported. Allen Drug • 07:33 Suspicious Person Reported • 13:42 Civil Call • 14:19 Traffic Complaint. Dangerous driving reported • 15:47 Citizen Assist. Potential broken underground water pipe • 18:53 Traffic Accident

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Saturday, November 18, 2023

• 02:44 Alarm Reported. Allen Drug • 07:25 Animal Call. Dog on freeway. CE contacted • 09:03 Civil Call • 14:37 Traffic Accident. 6 injured.

Life Flight dispatched • 16:51 Trespassing Reported.

Hunting violation • 21:51 Noise Complaint. Loud music

Sunday, November 19, 2023

• 09:02 Suspicious Person Reported • 21:08 Traffic Accident

Monday, November 20, 2023

• 04:04 Ordinance Violation. Code Enforcement contacted • 08:44 Fire Reported. Hess Lumber • 10:46 Vandalism Reported. Water trough shot • 16:57 Civil Call • 16:58 Civil Call

Tuesday, November 21, 2023 • 07:25 Parking Problem • 08:08 Traffic Hazard. deer in roadway • 11:27 Civil Call

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• 15:57 Agency Assist. Potential robbery suspect on SLC Express • 16:51 Traffic Complaint. Dangerous driving • 17:44 Suspicious Circumstance Reported • 18:02 Traffic Accident. Object struck in roadway

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• 00:10 Traffic Complaint. Erratic driving • 13:45 Found Property

Thursday, November 23, 2023

• 00:30 Traffic Hazard. Deer on roadway • 01:36 Traffic Accident • 10:48 Cows on roadway • 17:08 Agency Assist. Rollover • 19:10 Suspicious Circumstance Reported

Friday, November 24, 2023

• 05:58 Traffic Accident. Car off embankment • 10:56 Mental Health Call • 21:52 Mental Health Transport

Saturday, November 25, 2023 • 19:13 DUI

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BOWLING RESULTS

Not recommended for parents or kids

By Gramma Dot How are you at taking advice?

Usually when we need it the most, we aren’t very receptive. Taking advice is so much harder than dishing it out. Finding the situation when advice given and advice accepted meet in a win/win moment doesn’t happen very often, but such was the case for friend Max Firth.

Max had just begun his duties as the Bishop of his ward, when he was asked to perform a wedding. The wedding was for a couple who were in their mid-seventies. It was a second marriage for both and Max was a little nervous. This was new for him, and he wanted to do it right.

He was at the church one evening reading through the handbook on performing marriages, when Bishop Rex Daniels walked in. Now, those of you who remember Rex know he was pretty laid back. Not much worried him. He had a lot of experience with the handbook, performing marriages and just helping people out. After learning what was worrying Max, Rex says, “I’ve got a little advice if you’d like me to share it.”

Max nodded in the affirmative.

“When you get to that part about ‘multiplying and replenishing the earth,’ skip it.”

Advice given. Advice received.

And a new bishop put at ease. That’s the Good Life!

ON THIS DAY

1753 Benjamin Franklin receives the Godfrey Copley medal "on account of his curious Experiments and Observation on Electricity" 1866 Work begins on first U.S. underwater highway tunnel in Chicago

1876 Archaeologist Heinrich Schliemann finds the gold Mask of Agamemnon at Mycenae (modern Greece) "the Mona Lisa of prehistory" 1886 First commercially successful AC electric power plant opens in Buffalo, NY 1902 American Old West: Second-in-command of Butch Cassidy's Wild Bunch Gang Kid Curry Logan sentenced to 20 years imprisonment with hard labor 1954 Ann Hodges in bruised by a meteor at Sylacauga, Alabama in first modern instance of a meteorite striking a human

1956 First use of videotape on TV (Douglas Edwards & the News) 1979 Pink Floyd's "The Wall" released, sells 6 million copies in 2 weeks 1995 Official end of Operation Desert Storm 2004 Longtime "Jeopardy!" champion Ken Jennings of Salt Lake City, Utah finally loses, leaving him with $2,520,700 USD, television's alltime biggest game show haul 2020 Newly discovered rock art announced found in the Serranía La Lindosa, Columbian Amazon, dated 12,600 and 11,800 years ago with thousands of paintings of now extinct Ice Age animals 2022 Artificial Intelligence Chatbot ChatGPT prototype released by A.I. lab OpenAI, able to answer complex questions, wright poetry and mimic some human emotions

Dennis Thomas League – 11/23/23 Chat & Chew 31 13 KC Oil 26 18 Malad Gun Club 25 19 Thomas Market 22 22 Hubcap Lounge 22 22 Blaisdell Ranch 22 22 Dude Ranch 19 25 Nikity Nacs 9 35 High Game – Scott Searle 236, Lana Tripp 162 High Series – Scott Searle 639, Lana Tripp 456 Other 200 Games – Darren Tripp 233, Brayden Searle 224

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Tuesday Pinpoppers – 11/21/23 Nell J Redfield 32 The B Team 30 Hotel Malad 27 Tap That Pin 23 Hair by Lisa 21 Speros 18 Mountain Valley Realty 12 The B Team 1

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High Game – Kenna Roco 207, Brayden Searle 234 High Series – Kenna Roco 507, Brayden Searle 583

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BIRTHDAYS

Mitchell Bird, Dec. 1 Tarrell O. Jones, Dec. 1 Brody Williams, Dec. 1 Eli Waldron, Dec. 2 Cathy Asay, Dec. 3 Ashley Bercier, Dec. 3 Kirk Hill, Dec. 3 Bridger Barnes, Dec. 3 Debra Buehler, Dec. 4 Luke Christiansen, Dec. 4 Judd Daniels, Dec. 4 Patricia Jones, Dec. 4 Rachel Kent, Dec. 4 Melinda Owens, Dec. 4 Lexie Valentine, Dec. 4

Cheri Jacobsen, Dec. 5 Keaton Reel, Dec. 5 Sonny Blaisdell, Dec. 6 Rachel Hawkes, Dec. 6 Ivan Jensen, Dec. 6 David Talbot, Dec. 6 Tamara Williams, Dec. 6 Roslyn Brimhall, Dec. 7 Mechelle Hill, Dec. 7 Thella Hill, Dec. 7 Lee Pfeiffer, Dec. 7 Marilyn Salter, Dec. 7 Nicona Venable, Dec. 7 Brady Tovey, Dec. 7 Sherly Tubbs, Dec 7

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The Idaho Enterprise

School Board Meeting—November

The regular monthly meeting of the Oneida School Board was held on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, with all members present. The Board honored Jennie McClain, a math teacher at Malad High School, and Terri Storms, the gifted-and- talented student coordinator for the Idaho Home Learning Academy, as the Oneida School District “Employees of the Month.” (See accompanying article.)

Proposals

Two Malad High School students, Addler Garrett and Winona Young, made a proposal to the Board that a dance club be organized at the high school. The students explained that dances such as the waltz and polka would be taught to the students and that the club would host a school dance once each month in the high school commons. The students would like to start the club next semester.

Lexi Evans, MHS ag teacher, Ashlyn Jacobsen, MHS English teacher, and parents Kellianne and Travis Huckaby would serve as dance club advisers. The Board will take action on the proposal at its next meeting.

Foster Garrett, band and chorus teacher for Malad Middle and High Schools, brought to the Board’s attention the ongoing problem of conflicts in scheduling dates and space for programs and activities. For example, he had scheduled the Veterans’ Day program a year earlier for the high school gym only to learn a couple of weeks prior to the program that a basketball game had been scheduled for the same date and time. Superintendent Jon Abrams said he would work with the District Athletic Director and the High School Principal to ensure that scheduling works better in the future. Once the proposed auditorium is completed, most scheduling problems will likely disappear.

Reports

Brandi Warren, District Business Manager, presented the annual audit report for the fiscal year July 2022 – June 2023, which the auditors had approved. The School District has 5.3 months in operating funds on hand, which is more than the State requires.

The school lunch program operates in the black, something Superintendent Abrams said he had never seen in any district for which he has worked, and he commended Jean Coburn, School Lunch Director, for her efforts.

Superintendent Abrams reported to the Board that the contract for the upper floor of U.S. Bank, which is occupied by the School District offices, can be locked in for 5 years.

Considering the usual cost of rental space, the School District is getting a bargain even though the contract

provides for the rental fee to increase $15 per month.

Mrs. Jeannie Reeder, Principal of Stone Elementary School, thanked Malad Elementary School for inviting the Stone School students to the Veterans’ Day program. She also thanked the library for providing activities for the students. The school celebrated “Friend-giving” when the students brought treats to share and told what they were grateful for. The Christmas program is on December 13 for parents. The new cook, Jennie Coburn, is doing very well.

Ms. Sarah McIntyre, Principal of Malad Elementary School, thanked music specialist Christine Smith, the 5th grade teachers, and the American Legion for the excellent Veterans’ Day program. She reported that the Preston Elks Lodge volunteered to help provide weekend meals for students and brought over many, many boxes of food. The 4th and 5th graders are going to Utah State University to a basketball game.

Mr. Robert Hannah, Principal of Malad Middle School, thanked Foster Garrett for organizing the Veterans’ Day program, which the Middle School students attended. Winter sports, including girls’ basketball and wrestling, are underway. The 6th grade is going on a science field trip to Idaho Falls, and the 7th grade is going on a field trip to the Eccles Theater in Logan. The Armor-Up program that rewards students for achievement is going well. School attendance and achievement always need to improve.

Mr. Michael Corbett, Principal of Malad High School, also thanked Foster Garrett for the Veterans’ Day program. He thanked the Showell family that presented a suicide awareness/prevention program during Red Ribbon Week. He reported that Idaho State University officials are impressed that Malad High students are registered for 216 dual credits. Attendance is about 90% but needs to be at 95% to meet full State funding requirements. The students not in school are the students who are failing classes. Lexi Evans, MHS ag teacher, worked with Dr. Terri Sorensen to write a grant for a 5’ x 10’ plasma table. The teachers participated in a professional development program on suicide awareness and prevention. The new Spanish teacher, Andy Cobabe, has passed the Praxis for Spanish, and 30 students are taking the class.

Dr. Terri Sorensen, Administrator for the Idaho Home Learning Academy, reported that grades K-3 have completed IRI tests. IHLA is testing students for dyslexia, as required by the State, and 118 students have been identified as being dyslexic. Jill

Daniels, IHLA Special Education Director, and her team are still working on the schools’ special education plan. In answer to a question about graduation programs, Dr. Sorensen announced that commencement ceremonies will be held in Idaho Falls, Coeur d’Alene, the Boise area, and Twin Falls this year.

Progress on New School

Mr. Abrams reported on the new elementary school building. Last week 29 trucks of concrete were poured.

The walls on the kindergarten wing are going up, after which the roof on that part of the building will be put on. The laying of brick was delayed when the spacers that go between the bricks were not available, and a new spacer had to be found. It will take about 5 weeks to lay the brick once that part of the project begins.

The weather will determine how fast the building progresses even though work begins usually before daybreak and continues until dark, sometimes even on Saturdays. The building is a little behind schedule, as has been known since the beginning of construction when there were delays due to previously unknown underground water leaks. Mr. Abrams said that optimistically the move to the new building will occur during the week of Thanksgiving in 2024. The architect and construction manager will be invited to report at January’s Board meeting. Funds for providing new desks and other classroom and school necessities for the interior of the school are on hand so that the school will be new inside and out.

Action Items

The Board approved the first reading of the proposal to change the District Attendance Policy to a procedures statement. The new procedures would start as soon as the Board approves the changes to the procedures.

The petition to change the Idaho Home Learning Academy to a charter school operated under Oneida School District was approved. Dr. Terri Sorensen announced that the new IHLA Charter School Founding Board would begin working on policies in January and select a governing board in April. Hopefully, the governing board would be in place and begin training in July with IHLA opening as a charter school in August 2024. Superintendent Abrams will attend meetings of the IHLA governing board.

A contract with the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office to provide a School Resource Officer for the rest of the school year was approved. Because the Sheriff’s Office is currently shortstaffed, off-duty officers will serve as

the SRO. The Board approved opening the bid process for a new school bus, which will cost between $120,000 and $130,000. The District replaces buses annually on a rotating schedule.

At the last legislative session, the State approved funds for improving security for Idaho schools. The School Board approved using Oneida School District’s funds to change the entrance/exit at Malad High School so that the building will be more secure and to re-key all of the buildings.

Several overnight trips for high school athletic teams were approved: girls’ basketball to the Ririe Tournament on November 30-December 2; boys’ basketball to the Ririe Tournament on December 7-9; girls’ wrestling to Ririe on December 15-16; wrestling to Wendell on January 1213; wrestling to Aberdeen on January 19-20; and baseball and softball to the Glenns Ferry Tournament on April 19-20.

The new District Curriculum Committee was approved. This Committee is required by the State to ensure that teachers, parents, and administrators are all involved in the curriculum process. The District Committee is comprised of Superintendent Abrams, Curriculum Director Valerie O’Bryan, Alaina Schrenk (parent), and Kara Baisden (IHLA parent).

Personnel

The following personnel were approved, pending their passing the State-mandated background check: Rachel Green as Malad High School assistant softball coach; Bo Smith as MHS volunteer girls’ wrestling coach; Ben Wray and James Rindlisbaker as MHS volunteer boys’ wrestling coaches; Joseph Miller as Malad Middle School 6th grade English teacher; Abby Woolley as MMS paraprofessional; Jennie Coburn as Stone School cook/custodian; Breanna Gauthier as Stone School part-time cook; Lynette Price as Malad Elementary School receptionist; Cynthia Scott as MES special education aide; and four teachers for IHLA. A letter of resignation from Malad Middle School English teacher Annie Brower was accepted. She is leaving to accompany her husband, former Oneida County Prosecuting Attorney Cody Brower, to Soda Springs where he will be a magistrate judge.

Alternative authorization for 17 IHLA teachers to receive new teacher endorsements was approved.

The December meeting of the School Board will be on December 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Malad Middle School Library.

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LOOKING BACK

5 YEARS AGO (2018)

It was a bit chilly, but spirits were warm during the Second Annual Spirit of Christmas Light Parade held Saturday evening. It was followed by a community hot chocolate social at the Fire Station, then topped off by a fireworks display.

There were 20 entries in the parade, and a large crowd attended the social.

Fire Chief Donny Hunt expressed thanks to all those who helped make the event happen, and hoped everyone enjoyed the event.

Old Monte Thomas is turning 90!

His family are looking forward to celebrating Monte's birthday.

Monte was born December 8, 1928 and had three siblings. He served in the Navy during WWll. Once he was home, he married Maureen Camp in 1948. Together he and Maureen had three children: Annette, Max and Mark. Maureen passed in 1992. Monte married Lajuana Atkinson and the two of them spent time traveling to visit their relatives and taking cruised with friends. After Lajuana passed, Monte continues to travel and enjoy time with family.

Monte loves to fish and is an avid fisherman to this day. He also enjoys the company of his friends at "break" and loves to visit family. He is a very special man and is loved by all those who have the privilege to call him father, grandfather, great-grandpa, cousin and friend.

This year at Malad High School, 8th grade students are able to participate in hand-on learning activities in Medical, Agriculture, Technology and Family & Consumer Sciences, as well as participate in some career planning and soft skills training to help them make better decisions when they register for high school coursed and develop their learning plan.

A grant in the amount of $1000.00 was received from the U.S. Bank Foundation to help purchase supplies and equipment for these exploratory programs.

10 YEARS AGO (2013)

Eleven lucky residents won Thanksgiving turkeys in the “Gobblin It Up” contest held by The Idaho Enterprise.

Following are the winners and the merchant sponsors: Jim Adamson, Allen Drug and Variety; Cathy Jensen, Thomas Electric and Furniture; Karla Zdroik, Thomas Market; Royce Jones, The Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital, Long-Term Care/Home Care; Gordon Smith, NAPA Hess Truck Auto Ag; John Wight, Evans Co-op True Value; Belva Lene Baker, Griffiths OK Tire; Aaron Hill, Hess Lumber Do It Best; Shelia Hawkins, ATC Communications; Jan Hawkins, Albert’s Service and Towing, and Up The Creek; Kay Higley, The Idaho Enterprise.

Senior Favorites were announced last week at Malad High School. Mr. and Miss Mirror are Josh Jensen and Ashlee Davis; Biggest Flirt, Nishon Neal and Shelby Udy; Best Eyes,

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Brett Hansen and McKenna Richardson; Most Changed, Ilan Anderson and Charlotte Allen; Most Athletic, Brody Hubbard and Brooke Sorensen; Most Spirit, Carson McClain and Bryce Gibbs; Most Attractive, K.C. Snyder and Sierra Detwiler; Funniest, Brooks Bowman and Olivia Sands; Most Successful, Jacob Tubbs and Bryn Haycock; Best Dressed, Zack Jeppsen and Brooke Daniels, Most Creative/Artistic, Tanner Lewis and Nicole Lamb; Best Smile, Eli Curtis and Randi Garamendi; Most Mischievous, David Jones and Shalae Moss; Best Hair, Emmanuel Nunez and Brooklyn Coburn; Most Polite, Jayse Garrett and Dani Briggs; Most Buff, Jason Jensen and Natalie Anderson and Most Musical/Talented, Josh Leneghen and Kyley Thorpe.

15 YEARS AGO (2008)

Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise are school Board members Sherrie Johnson, Kathleen Atkinson and Lisa Willie as they were honored with Boardmanship Awards during the awards ceremony at the Idaho School Board Association’s annual convention.

The Wolf and Bear Cubs of pack 475 and their leaders, Stephanie Briggs and Shenell Clark, visited the Oneida County Landfill. Scouts in Pack 475 made posters to explain the hazards of pollution. The posters are displayed throughout the community.

Members of the pack pictured in The Idaho Enterprise are Cody Weeks, Justin Hubbard, Cree Sweeten, Karson Thorpe, Devin Wilson and Tyson Timothy.

Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise are the MHS Dragonettes. They earned a superior rating at the Western State Competition. They are: Rachel Kent, Taleesha Willie, Shayla Winder, Hope Murray, Kayla Thomas, Paige Moeller and Beth Blaisdell.

25 YEARS AGO (1998)

H. Ward Thomas will be retiring from service as Malad City Treasurer. Thomas, who is 85 years old, took the position in October 1940. Malad wasn’t even considered a city, at the time, but was known as the Village of Malad City. In May of 1941, Malad was given the distinction of becoming a city of the second class. Thomas has served for 58 years as Malad City Treasurer, serving under 11 different Mayors.

Santa was at the Oneida Quilting Guild’s meeting last week to check out 15 quilts the Guild has made for his December 25 deliveries. Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise are Leora Brown, Charlene Olorenshaw, Marie Gleed, Holly Tanner, Janice Egbert, Judy Jones, Joy Cornia, Glenna Illum, Martha Maag, Jean Showell, Ione Latour and Melba Deschamps.

There were two graduates from Malad High School who received national recognition at the 71st Annual National Future Farmers of America (FFA) convention. Trisstan Asay and Melanie Burrie both received

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35 YEARS AGO (1988) TAKING TOP HONORS in the Spelling Bee at Malad Elementary were (L-R) William Pyke, 2nd Grade; Chris Hess, 3rd Grade; Andrew Hyer and Catherine Ward, 4th Grade; Josy Conley, 5th Grade; and Tyra Burnett, 6th Grade.

60 YEAR AGO (1963) On Thursday, Nov. 21, the annual FFA Mechanics contest was held at Marsh Valley High School for the Eastern Idaho District.

Each team consisted of three FFA members. The skills included: arc welding, acetylene welding, rafter cutting, tool sharpening, soldering, and tool identification. Malad placed 1st, Marsh Valley, 2nd, and Montpelier, 3rd. Chapters in the District include Fielding, Montpelier, Bancroft, Preston, West Side, Marsh Valley, Grace and Malad. Members of the Malad team (shown above) included Kenneth Smith, David Hill, and Randy Isaacson.

their American Farmer Degree. They were among 447,880 recipients from around the country this year.

35 YEARS AGO (1988)

A dream of eight years became a reality when the “Welcome To Malad” sign was hoisted onto four steel poles two miles south of Malad. It now sits majestically on its permanent resting spot east of Interstate 15, henceforth to dutifully welcome I-15 travelers to the City of Malad.

Deron Scott was one of twelve candidates from the state of Idaho to receive the Future Farmer of America’ American Farmer Degree in Kansas City, Missouri. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Kent Scott.

Athena Boel was the lucky winner of the Oneida Quilting Guild’s centennial Quilt. Club president, Janice Egbert, made announcement.

Taking top honors in the Spelling Bee at the Malad Elementary were William Pyke, 2nd Grade; Chris Hess, 3rd Grade; Andrew Hyder and Catherine Ward, 4th Grade; Joey Conley, 5th Grade; and Tyra Burnett, 6th Grade.

Honored as “Friends of Education” at Malad Elementary were past PTO Presidents: Karen Hyer, Peggy Schwartz, Pam Broberg, Tammy Williams, LaReta Gugelman, Jan Gunnell and current president, Davi Christensen.

45 YEARS AGO (1978)

A group of four Oneida candidates who were narrowly defeated in the recent election, mailed a petition to the state attorney general for recount of the three precincts included in the Malad City area. David L. Evans (D), Edna Palmer (R), William Keith John

(D), and Rula Thomas (R) filed the joint application for recount.

Santa Claus notified Chamber of Commerce officials this week that he will make his pre-Christmas appearance in Malad on December 15, to greet all children and hear their requests for yuletide gifts.

Visitors to the new Malad Industrial Park will now receive the ‘red carpet’ treatment when they cross the railroad tracks at the park’s main entrance as Union Pacific crews completed installation last week of a red structural foam road grade crossing donated by Oneida Manufacturing plastic plant).

This year’s Thanksgiving was a much more abundant one for three Oneida families as Hazel Ezell and Ruth Thomas teamed up to ready supplies for holiday feasts last week.

A Malad Aerie 2042 Eagles Auxiliary project, the three families were treated to traditional Thanksgiving turkey dinners including all the sumptuous trimmings. Mrs. Thomas stated that originally only one box of Thanksgiving treats was to be prepared, but the project ‘snowballed’ into triple feasts with food donated by Auxiliary members.

55 YEARS AGO (1968)

“The Look of Love” sung by Steve Young, was the theme of the annual Senor Ball held in the Stake Building on November 27. The music for the formal dance was furnished by the Star Lighters from Ogden. Elected to reign, as Mr. Senior and Miss Seniorette were Kim Crowther and Mildred Crowther. Selected as first attendants were Kay Gleed and Verlin Williams and second attendants were Julie Blaisdell and Steve Young.

The City of Malad reminds all residents to keep a small stream of water running to help prevent frozen pipes.

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The Idaho Enterprise

ONEIDA COUNTY EVENTS DEC. 2023

LDS Services, Presbyterian Services, Victory Baptist Services, Catholic Mass,

AA/NA, Fireman’s Ball, GBB Ririe Tournament, Wrestling Tournament @ AF, BBB w/Grace

Malad Senior Dinner, BINGO, BBB @ Ririe Tournament, Wrestling Tournament @ MV

AA/NA, Parade of Homes, BBB @ Ririe Tournament, Wrestling Tournament @ MV, Cheer Comp @ Blackfoot, GBB w/North Fremont

Malad Senior Dinner, American Legion Auxiliary, Malad Invitational, GBB @ West Side, Festival of Trees

AA/NA, Malad Invitational, Festival of Trees

Search & Research, Malad Senior Dinner, OEF, Crisis Center Board Meeting, City Council, Soil Cons/ Water District, GBB w/ Aberdeen

Christmas Coloring Town Party, AA/NA, Addiction Recovery Program, Curlew Senior Dinner, Fairboard Meeting, RACOONS (Ham Radio), BBB Tournament @ Ririe, Wrestling @ Minico w/Declo Idaho Food Bank, Curlew Senior Dinner, Quilt Club, Chamber of Commerce, AA/NA, Addiction Recovery Program, FFA District Dairy Foods @ Preston, BBB @ North Gem, Senior Project Night

Curlew Senior Dinner, School Board, Carol’s Pantry Open, AA/NA, BBB @ Ririe

Malad Senior Dinner, Museum Board Meeting, Carol’s Pantry Open, BBB w/Firth, GBB @ Firth

Curlew Senior Dinner, Carol’s Pantry Open, Lions Club, AA/NA,Addiction Recov ery Program, Wrestling @ Teton w/NF, SR, GBB @ North Fremont

Malad Senior Dinner,

AA/NA,

AA/NA, County Commissioners,

Malad Senior Dinner, AA/NA,

AA/NA, Addiction Recovery Program, Welsh Christmas

Malad Senior Dinner, Welsh Christmas

AA/NA, Bingo

AA/NA, DUP, Curlew Senior Dinner, GBB w/Firth

Malad Volunteer Firemen Meeting, Live Nativity

Malad Senior Dinner, GBB Ririe Tournament, Wrestling Tournament @ AF

Malad Senior Dinner, County P&Z, City P&Z, Hospital Foundation Meeting, Music Concert, Wrestling w/ Logan Schools @ MV

Catholic Mass, Presbyterian Services, Victory Baptist Services, LDS Services, The Sounds of Christmas

by Malad LDS Tabernacle

Interfaith Council, County Commissioners, Dragonettes Christmas Show

Curlew Senior Dinner, FSA Committee, AA/NA, Wrestling w/Raft River, Oakley, Valley, GF, BBB @ AF

Victory Baptist Services, Catholic Mass, LDS Services, Presbyterian Services, Community Chorus

Oneida Fire District, Malad Volunteer Fire Meeting,

Catholic Mass, LDS Services, Presbyterian Services, Victory Baptist Services, Candlelight Service

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Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital Visiting Specialists

• Cardiology - Dr. Lance Longmore • Dermatology - David Woodbury, PA-C • ENT - Dr. Nadim Bikhazi • General Surgery Dr. Kevin Murphy • Gynecology - Dr. Mike Jones • Interventional Radiology • Mobile Mammography • Nutrition Consultation Pam Mills RD,LD,CDE • Oncology - Dr. Michael Francisco • Ophthalmology - Dr. Robert Jones • Orthopedic - Dr. Matthew Bitner • Podiatry - Dr. Brent Christensen

First Presbyterian Church of Malad

Worship Service Sunday, 11:00 a.m. ~ All Are Welcome ~ 5 Chapel Lane Call 208-766-2764

Call Hospital 208-766-2231 for Information

Allen Drug & Variety

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Bridal Registry In-Store & Catalog Selection

Enjoy Oneida County’s Many Activities. It’s Great To Live In Such A Wonderful Community!

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NEWS OF RECORD

ONEIDA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Mckayleigh C Davis, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $59.50 Anthony Scott Treasure, Malad, fail to register annually, $10.50, costs $59.50

IDAHO STATE POLICE

Josue Abraham Cruz Garcia, Pingree, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50 Xoledad Loretxu Flores-Uranga, Hailey, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50 Porter Ward, Malad, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50

MAGISTRATE COURT

Dustin R Cottam, Malad, trespassing on private property of another to hunt, retrieve wildlife, fish or trap, $135.00, costs $200.00, 90 days jail, 90 days suspended, 18 months probation – Agency: IF&G Colby Jay Ervin, Malad, unlawful overtaking and passing school bus (1st offense), $200, costs $157.50 – Agency: OCSO Cody Moon, Malad, trespassing on private property of another to hunt, retrieve wildlife, fish or trap, $135.00, costs $200.00, 90 days jail, 90 days suspended, 18 months probation – Agency: IF&G

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Before or After Attending Malad’s Events, Enjoy A Cool Drink, Ice Cream Specialty or Dinner With Us!

Monday - Saturday 11am to 9pm 12 W. 100 N 208-766-4316

“Country Christmas” Parade of Homes Fundraiser

Saturday, December 9, 2023 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Tickets can be purchased at Daisy Hollow, Malad City Office, and the Iron Door box office. Tickets are $8.00/ticket, kids ages 3 and under are free.

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The Idaho Enterprise

Night Parade kicks off Christmas season!

The Light Parade has been a much-anticipated event over the last six years, bringing a fun and glowing experience to those who lined the streets downtown to enjoy the

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display. Although it was just above twenty degrees, the party moved to the warmth of the Firestation bonfire, where a spectacular fireworks display lit the night!

Rustic Wagons added some country flavor to the night.

The Gi ving Tree

Santa rides in style in the back of the Nimer's El Camino.

The Oneida County Long Term Care at the Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital is having its

17th Annual “Giving Tree”

this holiday season. Long Term Care will be accepting monetary donations until December 15 to purchase Christmas gifts for the residents.

Please mail donations to Oneida County Long Term Care, Kathy Hubbard,150 N. 200 W., Malad, ID 83252

We appreciate your support in making this a special holiday season for the residents at your local nursing home.

Ed and Wendy Jones at Saturday's parade.

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11 Idaho Association of County Treasurers Provides Information Regarding Upcoming Property Tax Relief from New 2023 Legislation Nov. 30, 2023

The Idaho Enterprise

In the 2023 Legislative Session, the Idaho Legislature passed several bills to provide property tax relief based on the Fiscal Year 2023 State surplus. These bills include House Bill (HB) 292, HB 258, and changes to the Property Tax Reduction Program (PTR) (formerly known as "Circuit Breaker"). The purpose of these new bills and changes is to reduce the property tax burden for owners without shifting costs between types of property.

Three types of property tax relief from HB292 will be available in 2023: • School District Facilities Fund (SDFF) will be paid to eligible school districts' bonds and temporary supplemental levies using State money to contribute to a reduction in property tax. Relief will be reimbursed based on average daily attendance.

Not all school bonds will be eligible, but those that are will be reflected as a credit on the tax bill.

• Homeowner Tax Reduction (HTR) provides a relief to the property of tax payors who own and occupy their home. This tax relief credit is applied only to parcels with a Homeowner's Exemption (HOE) and will be paid by the State reflected as a credit on your tax bill. This is a percentage of the home's value and is calculated using the sum of the HTR lists provided statewide divided by the amount allocated in the Tax Relief Account held by the State. HOE must have been applied for by the 2nd Monday in July to be eligible for the credit. Applications after this date may still receive a HOE, but not the additional HTR credit. If your property already qualified for a HOE, you do not need to reapply. HTR will not

apply to newly built homes completed in 2023.

• Additional Property Tax Relief (ATR) is for all property owners based on a percentage of the property value. After $50 million from the State Tax Relief Account has been applied to HTR, 50% of the remaining funds will be allocated to all properties and will be allocated to urban renewal agencies, if applicable. This will also be reflected as a credit on your tax bill that will be paid by the State directly to the county on your behalf.

HB258 provides property tax reduction benefits to veterans with 100% service-connected, permanent disabilities. This bill allows for a onetime application rather than annual re-qualification.

Changes to the PTR program include increasing the income and

property value thresholds and making the program more accessible to seniors and disabled property owners. The SDFF, HTR, and ATR will reduce the tax amount owed prior to applying the PTR payment.

The State of Idaho will disburse these credits directly to County governments, to then be distributed to the local taxing districts similar to other State replacement money. Any property that is eligible for the above property tax relief will automatically be applied to your tax bill and will be reflected as a credit.

The Idaho Association of County Treasurers {IACT) and the Idaho Association of Counties (IAC) have provided answers to frequently asked questions regarding this tax relief that can be found at www.idcounties.org.

The Board of County Commissioners met for its regular meeting on November 27.

the policy. The county’s records are being transferred to digital archives. The guidelines for the destruction of physical records was discussed. A motion to move forward with the schedule, based on the Idaho Code and the IAC, was approved.

judge, Hooste, is responsible for sending juveniles to the facility.

proposal to fund the work from the capital fund was approved.

Form C; Juvenile Financial Report

Wrights Creek Road

COUNTY COMMISSION MEETING 11/27

Vic Pearson

Meetings for December for the commission will take place at 1:00 p.m. rather than 9:00 a.m. to allow Vic Pearson to attend. Pearson is temporarily serving as the county’s legal counsel while Fuller and Fuller prepares to take over in the position. Pearson also works for Franklin county, so his availability is limited some days of the week, including Mondays.

EOM Grant

Pat Werk and Kacey Keller are both leaving the Fair Board, which will now need replacement members. The commission plans to look into the term bylaws for the board in order to clarify the future commitment of the replacements. A number of people were nominated as replacements, and they will be contacted about their interest in the upcoming weeks. A motion to authorize Commissioner Ken Eliason to contact the nominees was passed.

Commissioner Jeppsen spoke about the EOM grant. Emergency Planner Dan Williams explained that several opportunities for funding were available. One was related to building structures that need to be brought up to specifications for emergency resilience, with special attention to earthquake mitigation. Flood mitigation was another project with available funds. The county has until January 18 to apply for the funds. A grant writer will be required to apply for the funds.

The county will need to find a suitable project oriented toward flooding in order to apply. Williams mentioned the potential to use any funds to replace culverts throughout the county. In that case, an inventory of culverts in need of repair will need to be conducted.

D6 Office Space

December Meeting Schedule

Fairboard Replacement

Commissioner Eliason reported that he had communicated with Gabe Jimenez of Juvenile probation about the use of annex space for D6 therapists. A memorandum of understanding agreement between the two agencies was presented to the commissioners. D6 Treatment will be using a space in the annex building during a few hours during the week in order to provide services. The MOU was approved and signed.

Ordinance for Area of Impact

The Impact Zone Area of Impact ordinance needs to be approved by both the county and the city. The city will not be able to approve the ordinance until its next scheduled meeting in December. “This is a big, big step to getting where we need to be,” Chairman Lewis said. The line defining the Area of Impact has been drawn by a combination of city and county officials. A motion to approve the ordinance passed.

Findings of Fact Allen Nielsen

A review of the findings of fact in the decision related to Allen Nielsen’s proposed subdivision was conducted. The board recently moved to reject the rezone request for the subdivision based on a number of issues. The company responsible for creating the development code will provide the findings of fact to the Nielsens and the board. The commissioners will review the findings in the meantime.

Records Retention Schedule

The commission spoke about a proposed records retention schedule. Examples of schedules from other counties, especially Fremont, were used to design the proposed policy. The policy will govern when the county can destroy records in order to consolidate data storage. Some types of documents have mandatory retention schedules, while others are more flexible. The Idaho Association of Counties outlines the basic guidelines, and a version of those rules were followed in the creation of C C Y Y

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The schedule for commission meetings in December was discussed. The meetings were moved to 1:00 on December 11 and 26 in order to accommodate the schedule of Vic Pearson, the county’s acting attorney.

Onetime Expenses

Several requests for one time expenses were discussed. Bids are still being taken for an emergency fuel tank with a generator. No decision has been made about the purchase of a new county vehicle.

Past and Current Meeting Assignments

The commissioners revisited their current assignments throughout the county.

Extension office—Chairman Lewis reported that there is an opportunity for a program to teach computer skills to seniors. Statewide, there are a number of projects dealing with agriculture available that Chairman Lewis advised the commissioners about.

There is a new law in effect whereby weed spraying no longer requires proof of a notification letter. Chairman Lewis discussed a number of legislative reports from the 4 county meeting, including mussel remediation, library bills, EMT services and other items.

Ways to spend money from the opioid settlement were discussed. The funds need to be directed toward combating the drug, or dealing with its results. In SE Idaho, it was reported that one of the highest prescription rates was found in the state. The idea of a public information event was discussed. Other locations that could be trained in the administration of Narcan were discussed.

There are just over $26K dollars in the settlement fund.

Commissioner Lewis discussed a report from the juvenile detention center in Bannock County. Six counties (Bannock, Caribou, Franklin, Oneida, Power) utilize the center for their juvenile detention needs. The county’s cost is tied to the number of hours the county uses the services. The magistrate

The financial report for the county’s juvenile justice program was discussed. Money for the program is held in reserve by the state until it is needed.

The potential to use funds for building repair at the annex was mentioned. $2,700 of remaining funds from the last budget year were in reserves. The report was approved.

Removal of Floor Tile

The Drivers License area in the courthouse is in need of new tile. The existing tile will need to be removed before the ADA fixtures can be installed. A proposal for $925 to cut line for separation and preserve tile that will remain was received from the Fix-It Shop. The

Victory Baptist Church

Commissioner Eliason reported on the meeting last week concerning Wrights Creek Road. Chairman Lewis conveyed his understanding that the road needs to be repaired, but the correct material for the repair is unclear at present. Chairman Lewis stated that the county engineer would be best situated to provide a direction for the county to go as far mitigating the road issues go. Road and Bridge and Hess Pumice are the interested parties in the discussion. The commission expressed its awareness of the need to resolve the issue.

The meeting was adjurned.

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Braylen Tripp goes up for the shot

Nov. 30, 2023

Zach Richardson looks for a pass as he dribbles the ball against Raft River

MHS Basketball in good form at Jamboree Putting on their Dragon uniforms for the first time this season, the Malad Dragon basketball team stepped onto the gym floor for their first unofficial game of the season Tuesday, November 21. Beginning the 2023/2024 basketball season with their annual jamboree, Malad hosted teams from Rockland and Raft River.

Both the Varsity and JV teams pieced together a full game against their two opponents, playing two quarters against each team. The Varsity started out the night taking on the Raft River Trojans. As it was their first game of the season, the MHS team had a few nerves and kinks to work out as they started out, but it didn’t take long for the

team to ease into their rhythm and settle into their own play. As the game wore on, they found themselves up with a considerable lead, allowing subs a chance to rotate in and get some experience in the game as well.

The Dragons finished out the night going up against the Rockland Bulldogs, a strong team that had outplayed Malad in the previous year. But Malad was up to the task this year, taking the lead and eventually winning the game by eleven points. The nights’ games demonstrated just how much the team had grown and improved over the last year, shared Head Coach Zach Buetler. He said, “We are really pleased to see how the team has

come out this year. Watching the game we saw a lot of great things, both offensively and defensively.

“The defense they run requires a lot of hustle, communication, and focus which they did very well.

We had better transitions down the floor into our offense better than we have done. It was exciting to see them execute the plays and have a willingness to share the ball around, creating even more openings for all the players. The team is looking really even across the board which will make us a real threat this year.

We are really looking forward to seeing what we can do this season.”

The Dragons will begin their regular season play on Wednesday, November 29 as they take on the Ririe Bulldogs. The following night they will travel to Firth to go up against the Cougars. They will end the week hosting the Grace Grizzlies on Saturday, December 2.

MHS Jamboree November 21 Malad vs Rockland, Raft River Varsity Scoring Timmy Jensen 2 Carter Carey 12 Ryan Hubbard 9 Braylen Tripp 25 Ben Petersen 6 Zach Richardson 11 JV Scoring Dawsyn Peterson 3 Justin Toone 8 Ky Willie 5 Braun Nalder 6 Brayzen Gibbs 11 Boston Burbidge 2 Easton Green 6 Brex Martinsen 6

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By Allison Eliason It’s a highly debated topic, that of when it is finally appropriate to listen to Christmas music. For some it is a strictly December soundtrack and shouldn’t hit the speakers until the holiday month begins. For others that are only slightly more lenient, the Holiday tunes can be played the day after Thanksgiving. There are some that see Thanksgiving as a part of the Christmas season, so playing the seasonal strains on November 1 is totally permissible. Then there are the straight up rule breakers that listen to Christmas music whenever they please and completely disregard anyone's opinions about their song selections.

No other holiday has amassed its own soundtrack quite like Christmas has. And with so much celebrating of the Christ child, a winter wonderland and Santa Claus, why not?! The Holiday scores have quite the history that just might surprise you. The first Christmas carol is believed to be written in the 4th century by St. Hilary of Poitier called “Jesus Refulsit Omnium” (“Jesus, Light of All the Nations”) following the first recorded Christmas celebration.

The first Christmas tunes that weren’t considered a religious hymn were "Up on the House Top" by Benjamin Hanby and Emily Huntington Miller's "Jolly Old Saint Nicholas," both debuting in 1860. “Jingle Bells” preceded both numbers as it was written in 1857, but since it has more of a wintery theme than Christmas, it loses out as the first.

It may come as no surprise that the most listened to Christmas song of all time is by the man himself, Bing Crosby, and his greatest hit, “White Christmas.” Similarly, it’s not surprising that the most popular Christmas carol sung over the Holiday season around the world is “Silent Night.”

The very first Christmas song to be broadcast was the classic carol, “O Holy Night” played on Christmas Eve in 1906 by Reginald Fessenden on the radio. The song itself has an interesting past as it was written by both

a Jew and an atheist that, while they had great musical talent, didn’t believe in the Christmas Holiday themselves.

For years, the song was banned from church services in some countries, but eventually the song's beauty transcended the controversy and has become one of the most moving Christmas carols of all time.

Over the years, hundreds of Christmas songs have been written, arranged, and rearranged. With some of the classic songs lasting for centuries, it is easy to see that they were truly inspired refrains. These days, singers and songwriters do their best to add to the collections of Christmas tunes we play on repeat. It might be an insurmountable quest to create a song as lasting as the greats, but there are some fun new melodies to throw into the mix this season.

The ever popular Taylor Swift debuted her song “Christmas Tree Farm” in 2019 that recalls her own memories of the Christmas Tree farm her father had when they lived in Pennsylvania. As a young thirteen year old boy, Brad Paisley wrote the song “Born on Christmas Day” and later released it in 2006, including snippets of his original singing of the song.

Country star Cody Johnson adds his own handful of original Christmas songs, including the clever “Hat Made Out of Mistletoe,” a song that tells the story of an eight year old cowboy trying to win Darla’s heart with a little bit of duct tape and cowboy cunning.

The awe inspiring a capella group Pentatonix coined their own nostalgic Christmas song released in 2021 titled, “Evergreen” that reminisces of lasting moments created by a mother’s sacrifice to make a meaningful Christmas for her family.

From the timeless classic carols to the twangy country beats to the upbeat pop favorites, Christmas music has a way of ringing in the season. With a little bit of something for everyone, the Holiday strains bring people together with the soundtrack of joy, giving, love and cheer.

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