Hunting Pictures

Oneida County hunters have hit the hills over the last few weeks to see what trophy game they can bring home. Some head out to fill their freezers, others go to find that wall-hanger of a buck, some hunt for the stories and some go simply because they love the thrill of the hunt. No matter the reason, it’s been a successful hunt for many of Oneida County’s finest. To have your hunt photo in The Idaho Enterprise, email your photos to newsdesk1@atcnet.net

We had so many submissions that we will be running the rest next week. Happy Hunting!

Carsey Eliason

Wylee Hawkes

Ethan Horlsey with his dad Brad and brother Kyler Noah Hubbard

Kall VanBebber

Zane Komrofske

Before directing responding to this question, I wish to express my sincere gratitude for the opportunity this has given me to declare my position more clearly and definitively on some of the more critical issues that face our nation, state, and community.

I am, and always have been, a Constitutional Conservative and hold sacred my military and citizenship oaths to support and defend the Constitution against all enemies foreign and domestic.

I am a Republican because the principles and tenets of the Republican Party Platform most closely align with my own core religious and moral values. As such, I also support and defend these principles against all enemies “foreign and domestic”, in other words both from outside and from within the Party.

For decades, the Republican Party of Idaho, and especially, that of Oneida County, have been the backbone of Conservative / Constitutional values. Not too many years ago, the Central Committee even sponsored a multi-week class for an in-depth study of the Constitution available to the public, which was well attended. It was taught by the Committee Chair (Larry Ward) and myself (then serving as one of the Precinct Chairs). Over the years since then, we have witnessed a sad and dangerous shift within the National and State Republican Party, as those with more liberal agendas and ideologies realized that their best chance of infiltrating our previously Conservative Government, was to place an “R” next to their name and proclaim their feigned allegiance to the Conservative values. Trusting all along that once elected, few, if any, of their supporters would actually follow up on, much less, hold them accountable to, their Conservative promises.

As a Republican, rooted in the values and principles of the Platform, it is my duty and obligation to “keep the doctrine/platform pure” and to make every effort to weed out those who do not uphold the core values of the same. I also view this as the primary responsibility of those who serve on the local and state GOP Committees along with all other Platform / principle-based Republicans.

In a recent discourse regarding “Defending Our Divinely Inspired Constitution”, Dallin H. Oaks declared; “There are many political issues, and no party, platform, or individual candidate can satisfy all personal preferences. Each citizen must therefore decide which issues are most important to him or her at any particular time. Then [they] should seek inspiration on how to exercise their influence according to their individual priorities. This process will not be easy. It may require changing party support or candidate choices, even from election to election.”

In accordance with this counsel, one of the “most important” issues I see facing us in our day is defending the “Divinely Inspired Constitution”. I therefore would not be “who I say I am” if I were to support any candidate who continues to violate the Constitution, both of the United States and of the State of Idaho. (Cases in point; unconstitutional lockdowns, mandates, closing of our churches and businesses, stay-athome orders, arresting of a pastor for holding outside religious services and practicing his First Amendment / God-given right to worship and assemble, and arresting a mother for taking her child to a park. And the list goes on.) I restate that I must therefore cast my support and my vote for those candidates who most closely represent my conservative / constitutional core values, regardless of their party affiliation. To do otherwise would make me a hypocrite and I would not be “who I say I am.” With that being said, I mention specifically two candidates whose values and principles align with those I have outlined herein: Mr. Ammon Bundy for Governor and Mr. Raul Labrador for Attorney General. I have had the opportunity to meet personally with each of them and am certain that they are the most qualified to uphold and defend the respective Constitutions of the United States and Idaho as well as protect the individual rights of each and every citizen.

Politicians who are eloquent in their flattering words, courting honest and sincere citizens with their political rhetoric, who, when elected, completely violate their oath of office, are and will be the destruction of the Republican Party and eventually the Great State of Idaho. We’ve seen this play out on a national scale for many years as places of “higher education” have successfully introduced dozens of immoral and evil practices as they have successfully carried out their godless indoctrination agenda, promoting abortion, gender confusion, immorality and every other unholy and impure practice. It has taken them many years to accomplish their work, but we are now seeing the final fruits of their patient and persistent efforts as they blind and deceive good/ honest/well-meaning people.

It is time for Idaho and for Oneida County to throw off this shroud of deceit and “wokeness” and to awaken to the awfulness of our situation. There is only one hope for this nation and that is to turn to God as stated in 1 Chronicles 7:14; “If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.”

In closing I reveal another side of “who I say I am”. Though I have spoken boldly about the dangerous issues as I see them and the urgent need I feel to defend them, I take no offense by those of differing opinions and hold no ill feelings. To do so, is not in my nature. I am grateful for and respect any and all who take a stand to defend their beliefs and positions. I now plead for each of us, as citizens of this wonderful community, to come together on those things which matter most. In reality, politics is just another, very successful, tool of the enemy to divide and distract us. There are challenging and devastating days ahead. If we’re not seeing that, then we’re not paying attention to current events nor to scriptural prophecy. In coming days, as in times past, we will be called upon to support and sustain one another through difficult times. This beautiful, peaceful county is, and will continue to be, a gathering place. We’re seeing this come to fruition before our very eyes as many wonderful individuals and families are moving in. That which matters most, is that we unite for the common cause of lifting and sustaining one another through the days ahead. Let us put aside our worldly differences and not allow the enemy of our souls to have place in our hearts.

I love this Country. I love the Great State of Idaho. But mostly, I love this beautiful place we call home and the people of this great county. Let us focus on those things which matter most and not succumb to the distractions of the world as it encroaches upon us.

Sincerely, Brian K. Jeppsen

I washed my windows the other day, inside and out. It had been a while, like quite a while. In a perfect world lawn sprinklers do not hit the windows. I do not live in a perfect world and my front windows were opaque. Luckily, I now have a solution.

I went through years of scrubbing and cussing trying to get my windows sparkly. Then one day, I was complaining to my friend, Debby Thomas, about how hard our hard water really is. I’d tried vinegar and every cleaning product that advertised, “We work hard, so you don’t have to,” along with all the elbow grease I could muster. She told me someone had introduced her to a product that was mostly pumice. It was expensive, but Deb tried it and it was the best thing she had ever used on her windows. She told her sister, Sandra Hess, about it. Sandra laughed and told her she would get her some fine grade pumice. Well, people, look no further for hard water remover. A moistened, green Scotch pad dipped in fine grade pumice and rubbed on your hard-water-covered window leaves you with a totally transparent, sparkly glass that looks like it isn’t even there. I’m not kidding, and the rubbing is minimal.

Up until now I’ve had to get my pumice on the black market (straight from the guy who owns the place). It has not been available at Thomas Market or Allen Drug. I got to thinking if I put this in the paper all two of my readers will probably want their own jar. So, arrangements have been made! Call the Pumice Office, 208-7664777, ex 0, and they will set aside a pint of this miracle dust at a reasonable cost. You can pick it up at their office. We might even talk them into donating some of the proceeds for pickleball courts at the City Park.

So, Robert Waldron would probably tell me I should have listened better in Chemistry class. I knew pumice stones took care of the ring in the toilet, but this fine grade stuff is a game changer, and it is right here in the Valley of the Hard Water. The Lord does provide. I’m gazing out my totally transparent window admiring the beautiful day and thinking about how good life is!

SCHOOL MENU

Malad Elementary Breakfast

Monday, October 24 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Calzone, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Tuesday, October 25 - Cereal Assortment, Frudel, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Wednesday, October 26 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Scramble, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Thursday, October 27 - Cereal Assortment, Lil’ Long John Doughnut, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Malad Middle Breakfast

Monday, October 24 - Cereal Assortment, Apple Breakfast Bites, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Tuesday, October 25 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Calzone, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Wednesday, October 26 - Cereal Assortment, Bagel/Cream Cheese, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Thursday, October 27 - Cereal Assortment, Frudel, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Malad High Breakfast

Monday, October 24 - Cereal Assortment, Apple Breakfast Bites, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Tuesday, October 25 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Calzone, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Wednesday, October 26 - Cereal Assortment, Bagel/Cream Cheese, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Thursday, October 27 - Cereal Assortment, Frudel, Fruit, Juice/Milk

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

Malad Elementary Lunch

Monday, October 24 – Chicken Nuggets, Pretzel/Cheese Cup, PBJ/ Chex Mix/Cheese Stick, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks or Mixed Fruit

Tuesday, October 25 – Hamburger Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Roll, PBJ/ Chex Mix/Cheese Stick, Food Choice – Green Beans or Strawberries/Bananas

Wednesday, October 26 – Crispito, Baked Fries, PBJ/Chex Mix/Cheese Stick, Food Choice – Corn or Peaches

Thursday, October 27 - Chicken Fajita, Spanish Rice, PBJ/Chex Mix/ Cheese Stick, Food Choice – Sausage Patty, Hashbrown, French Toast Sticks, PBJ/Chex Mix/Cheese Stick, Food Choice – Sliced Cucumbers or Applesauce

Malad Middle Lunch

Monday, October 24 – Tex Mex Mac, Breadstick, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks or Strawberries/Bananas

Tuesday, October 25 – Chicken Fajita, Spanish Rice, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Corn or Applesauce

Wednesday, October 26 – Homestyle Mashed Potato Bowl, Roll, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Green Beans or Peaches

Thursday, October 27 – Pulled Pork Sandwich, Tater Tots, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Broccoli or Mandarin Oranges

Malad High Lunch

Monday, October 24 – Tex Mex Mac, Breadstick, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks or Strawberries/Bananas

Tuesday, October 25 – Chicken Fajita, Spanish Rice, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Corn or Applesauce

Wednesday, October 26 – Homestyle Mashed Potato Bowl, Roll, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Green Beans or Peaches

Thursday, October 27 – Pulled Pork Sandwich, Tater Tots, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Broccoli or Mandarin Oranges

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Bryce Gooden spoke with the city council about the current timeline for the Cedar Ridge development, as well as several additional potential future projects related to land owned by the developers. The engineer expressed some concerns about the water system in the area as far as providing adequate infrastructure for fire protection for the potential school facilities that are planned to be located in the same area. The engineers explained that the current PSI was not sufficient at the location for a development of the planned size. The engineer reported that would take at least a few weeks to receive a final determination about the water system’s ability to meet the targets set by the water model.

It was reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission had recommended approving the third stage of the development. The final number of units for the development was noted by Gooden as around 130. Jaime Olsen raised the concern of the number of exits from the development onto the trucking route. The council felt that the approval could be made, contingent on the water supply study being completed.

Ace Hardware

Concerns were raised about the potential runoff from the Ace Hardware building. The council members who have examined the plans for the property explained that the parking lots will be constructed such that the runoff will slope into drainage basins, rather than run off the property. Trees and landscaping will help to prevent additional runoff on the west side of the property. However, neighbors expressed some skepticism about the efficiency of the plan. Property owners requested some sort of barrier to further prevent any runoff onto residential properties from the landscaping slope, which abuts residential properties.

A number of ideas regarding the potential for retaining walls to help protect properties were discussed. The council suggested that they hoped Ace would be willing to work with the neighborhood to help create solutions to some of the issues raised. The additional issue of privacy as regards the houses down slope from the building was raised. Lance Tripp read the code relevant to the issue, which seems to call for a 4-6 foot wall between a parking lot and a residence, unless the location makes it unfeasible for privacy purposes, which in this case it would be.

The capacity of the storm drain for the Ace property was discussed, with Tyler Webster explaining that it should be able to hold a 100 year storm surge. The major concern of the residents was to clarify these concerns before the completion of the construction project.

4-Casi

4-Casi made a presentation to the council about Malad’s ranking on the AARP’s “Livability Index,” which was noted at 52%. The number of respondents to the survey from which the number was gleaned was unavailable, but the takeaway was the Malad is missing some services that would increase the “livability” for retired individuals. Several years ago, a “Looking Glass” tour was conducted in Malad to find out how well-equipped the city was to handle wheelchair accessibility. A related program called the “Network of Age Friendly Communities” was contacted to conduct broader studies for “Livable Communities.”

The program seeks to provide consulting about making transportation, housing, and walkable neighborhoods as available as possible. Their research has shown that age-accessible environments result in higher economic development and growth. Underlying the initiative are census projections which show the increasing percentage of older adults over the next few decades. Oneida county itself has a higher average age than the surrounding counties. As a city, Malad will need to provide a letter of commitment to the Age Friendly Community Network. The council approved a motion to join the network.

300 East

The county would like to turn over administration of 300 E. to the city. The city asked for a road study to evaluate the condition of the road. Some concerns about the effects of truck traffic on the road were raised, as well as the condition of the South Main section. Since the road is not yet in the city’s inventory, the question was raised about whether the county show pay for the study prior to the exchange.

A counter-based traffic study at the intersection of 300 E. and Jenkins road is underway to determine whether stop signs are necessary at the intersection. Tyrell Neal felt that a four way stop was necessary for safety, given the high volume of high school and truck traffic. Lance Tripp felt that waiting for the results of the study would be prudent, and provide numbers to support the council’s decision. A motion to change the intersection to a 4 way stop was approved. An additional motion to designate the area from 155 S. to Jenkins Avenue as a School Zone, with a slower speed limit during school hours, was also approved.

Co-op Building

A recent bid for removal of the paint on the co-op building as part of its renovation project has come back at $175,000. Grants are being pursued to help cover the cost. The city has promised to not use any tax money for the project outside of the actual city offices planned for the interior of the building. A suggestion was made about the Idaho Historic Registry, which has expressed some interest in working to restore buildings in small communities, especially Malad. The Co-op building is on the Historic Registry of Idaho, which should help with securing funding.

Tree Ordinance

There are some trees inside the city which are overhanging the sidewalks and/or roadways. A city ordinance allows city workers to trim trees in such situations where a visibility or transportation hazard is created. Homeowners are given notification of the ordinance violation with a chance to trim any tree in question within 14 days, or the city will undertake the trimming if necessary. Street clearance is also necessary for chip sealing, snowplowing,

“Purple Picnic” at the Park supports Domestic Violence Awareness month

The board of the Oneida Crisis Center sponsored last week’s “Purple Picnic,” which is held in conjunction with Domestic Violence Awareness month. Following the protocols put in place during COVID, the event this year again was held as a drive-through lunch pick up for community members from noon - 1 p.m. at the City Park on Thursday afternoon. Visitors were given a package containing sloppy joes, chips, Rice Krispie treats, information about domestic violence prevention and awareness, popsicles, and various toys for kids. 200 lunches were prepared for the event, and most of them had been distributed by 12:30 p.m., as the line of cars into the north side parking lot stretched at times to the street. Families, individuals, and even some walk-ups availed themselves of the lunch, and many stopped to thank the Crisis Center for their service and calling attention to the issue, which affects many families in Idaho. A number of people used the opportunity to make donations directly to the Center. “Of course, we always take donations,” Holly Llewelyn, director of the Center, said. She further explained that the lunch was “an annual event to bring awareness to domestic abuse, but also to call attention to our compassionate community. It’s always wonderful to see turnouts like this.”

The board of the Crisis Center includes Sue Evans, Melissa Shepherd, Nancy Asay, Stpehanie Crowther, Gabe Jimenez, Tishara Ward, Kristi Christophersen, Blair Higley, Nikole Wells, most of whom were on hand to help with the event. “The board really stepped up for this,” Llewelyn said. “They are amazing.” Volunteer Wendy Warren was also on site, and expressed gratitude for the Center for the work that they do. “It’s a great organization,” she said. “We’re lucky to have them here.”

Domestic Violence is an issue that affects every city and county in the country, with most experts believing that incidents are routinely underreported for a variety of reasons. Many times, victims of abuse do not feel safe reporting incidents, especially in small communities where there can be a perception of a lack of belief in those making claims, or a failure on the part of officials to act in some cases. The Crisis Center serves as a neutral place for reporting incidents, where the focus is on securing the safety of potentially endangered individuals. The Crisis Center is funded by a large variety of sponsors and donors, including the Idaho Council on Domestic Violence and Victim Assistance, the Idaho Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence, United Way of Southeastern Idaho, United Way of Northern Utah, Idaho Housing – Emergency Solutions Grant, Ifft Foundation – Idaho Community Foundation Idaho, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, West Liberty, Autoliv, Nucor Steel, ATC Communications, Idaho Food Bank, and in-Kind Donations from Good 360, Bed, Bath & Beyond, WalMart, and William -Sonoma.

The Oneida Crisis Center Board was on hand to distribute lunch and information at the Purple Picnic

Malad will be undergoing a DEQ water survey later this month, in order to evaluate the city’s water quality and systems.

Tyler Webster raised the issue of grave decoration at the cemetery. Objects left around headstones in the grass areas can create obstructions for weed-eating and landscaping, which require a lot of extra time for city workers maintaining the area. The rules for the cemetery indicate that objects left as memorials must all fit on the base of the headstone, rather than the “mow strip” surrounding it.

Webster would like to establish clear enforcement of the rules for leaving items near headstones, providing a way for people to retrieve objects they do not want to be disposed during cleanings. Obviously, the issue is very sensitive, and the city would like to increase awareness of the issue and clearly provide people a way to reclaim any items left at the cemetery. During times such as Memorial Day, the city is more lax with the timeline for object removal. The city plans to provide a public information ad to clarify its policies in this regard.

The city would like to purchase a used 2016 street sweeper for $198,000. The broom system is new, and the hydraulics will all be replaced. Webster requested the okay to purchase the sweeper. The Treasurer said he would explore financing options. The council approved a motion to allow Webster to pursue the purchase.

The city approved a motion to release the retained funds for the parking lot project near the library. The company who undertook the construction of the project will be completing the project and creating an overlay to correct a drainage issue.

Curlew Senior Citizens’ Menu

Every Meal Served with Juice/Milk/Coffee

Oct. 25 – Hamburger Noodle Casserole, Fruit, Muffins, Dessert

Oct. 27 – Ham Noodle Casserole, Veggies, Fruit, Rolls, Dessert Miscellaneous

Rules regarding holiday and comp time for city employees were discussed. One of the issues is the reset time for maximum holiday hours, which Tyler Webster felt would be more equitable to employees if they were reset quarterly, rather than on a yearly basis.

The council discussed the ordinance regarding the timeline for political signs within the city, which prescribes a time period during which signs are allowed on city streets and when they are not. The issue has recently been raised in the community, and the council reaffirmed the current guidelines.

The duties of the Building Inspector, who is contracted from the county by the city were discussed. Some issues of the building inspection and permitting process are somewhat ambiguous at present.

Some obstructive trees on 500 N. were noted, where visibility is obstructed. It was determined that the Sheriff is the Code Enforcement officer for the city, and will be asked to look into some of the tree issues at intersections around town.

Malad Senior Citizens’ Menu

Every Meal Served with Juice/Milk/Coffee

Oct. 21 – Tomato Basil Soup, Grilled Ham and Cheese Sandwiches, Winter Fruit Salad, Dessert

Oct. 26 – Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Carrots, Rolls, Dessert

THE BUGS ARE BACK!!!

BUG EXTRAVAGANZA

Join us for an open house event October 21, 2022 1pm to 3pm At the Oneida County Event Center No registration required for this free open house. All ages welcome For questions, call 208-766-2243

Malad DRIVE-IN

Lunch Specials 11am – 2pm

Monday - Chicken Bagel & Fry $5.95 Tuesday - Hard Taco $2.00 Soft Taco $3.00 Taco Salad $4.00 Wednesday – Chicken Cheese Snack & Fry $5.95 Thursday – Double Deck & Fry $6.95