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Parade of Homes
The Parade of Homes returned to Malad for 2022 with a number of open houses and public places to spread holiday cheer for the season. This year’s hosts included Laura and Jeremy DeJong, Dr. Ed and Paula Thorpe, Doug and Stephanie Crowther, Misty and Roland Amendola, Mekelle and Jeff Hollingsworth, as well as the Oneida County Pioneer Museum and the Oneida County Library.
The Thorpe house on 300 E. is one of the first things many people will see as they drive into town, located just off the exit and across from their dental practice. The Amendolas have revitalized the house on 63 Bannock street, which has had a number of roles over the years, including a bed and breakfast. The Hollingsworths have a lovely new home on 100 W., which is inviting and cozy. The Crowther’s home on 400 N. Main is down in a pleasant hollow surrounded by valley scenery. The DeJongs home is nestled in the Field of Dreams subdivision near St. John. Each was brightly lit and inviting for those who made their way out in the dark to seek them out.
Each family who participated in the parade welcomed visitors into their homes and gave them a chance to see the various remodels and improvements they had made. As visitors made their way through the door, they were greeted with warmth, smiles, and a tour of some of Malad’s friendliest locales.
The tour saw dozens of visitors over the course of the evening, arriving in pairs, groups, and individuals as they took in the sights, sounds, and smells of delightful locations across town.
The Library celebrated its official recognition as “Library of the Year 2022” by displaying its new shelving, which has increased its ability to hold books by several hundred. The sections are also newly organized to allow for a more focused Young Adult and Children’s section.
The Oneida County Pioneer Museum was officially founded in 1992, according to the ornaments it handed out at the event, making this year its 30th anniversary in the location.
The Parade of Homes was revived as a fundraiser for the Iron Door Playhouse, which is in need of funds for a new roof, as well as building improvements. The funds will be used for additional performance costs related to upcoming plays.
Despite the cold and snowy conditions, the parade of homes was a success, and brought out many people to see more of their community and the people who make it what it is!
Doug and Stephanie Crowther
Paula and Ed Thorpe Lois Willie, Jane Ann Ward, Kathy Kent, Kay Caldwell, Yvonne Jensen, Kami Willie
Julie Willie, Sharon Harris, Jean Thomas, and Bill Lewis
Jeff, Hazel, and Mekelle Hollingsworth Laura and Jeremy DeJong Misty Amendola
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Kindergarten: able to write the alphabet both upper and lower case in order Mrs. Crossley:
• Jacob Roe • Owen Allen • Lexi Crowther • Tate Curtis • Samuel Tooke • Sway Martinsen • Kinzley Hamilton • Hyrum Jenkins Mrs. Brown:
• Michael Peterson • Hutch Hess • Lydia Clark • Clara Barnes • Maylee Hanks • Rhett Price • Rosemary Jackman • Jojo Jones • Emmett McClellan • Gatlin Steed • Ryan Apple • Gracie Cutler I can write my name: • Braxtyn Schwartz Mrs. Reiss
• Lucas Deschamps • Kalista Winward • Gracie Smith • Hunter Apple • Madeline Shandrew • Hagen England • Brittany Baker • Raelynn Patterson • Elizabeth Kelley 1st Grade: Write a complete sentence using correct, punctuation, spacing, and neatness Ms. Ipsen:
• Vivienne Atkison • Elle Evanson • Braelyn Bastain • Jonah Profaizer • Kallie Nimer • Aaryah Bywater • Prezli Ball • Weston Evans • Cam Coleman • Morgan Blaisdell • Brianna Williams • Wilford Deschamps • Ruth Angell • John Leavitt Mrs. Weeks:
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•Kyler Blaisdell • Olivia Briscoe • Burke Brown • Aidyn Call • Ike Carter • Jack Coleman • Cora Conger • Dekker Davis • Paisley Hamilton • Paisley Reese • Kinsley Johnson • Jaxon Kelley • Cache Lake • Piper Lewis • Austin Moss • Austin Schrenk • Shelby Sorenson • Riggins Sweeten • Alec Thorpe • Grayson Tooke • Claire Wright Mrs. Hawkes:
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• Emma Spencer • McCall Summers • Easton Valentine • Ellie Waldron • Kody Wangsgard Mrs. L. Jones
• Charlie Blackner • Audrey Blaisdell • Camden Crowther • Evangeline Henry • Lafe Huckaby • Dawson Miller • Anthony Purdum • Hannelore Ross • Raygen Rupp • Carter Schofield • Heather Sturges • Zylee Titus • Wynn Werk 3rd Grade
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Malad Elementary Breakfast
Monday, December 12 - Cereal Assortment, Waffle, Fruit, Juice/Milk
Tuesday, December 13 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast on a Stick, Fruit, Juice/Milk
Wednesday, December 14 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Scramble, Fruit, Juice/Milk
Thursday, December 15 - Cereal Assortment, Muffin, Fruit, Juice/Milk Malad Middle Breakfast
Monday, December 12 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Calzone, Fruit, Juice/Milk
Tuesday, December 13 - Cereal Assortment, Bagel/Cream Cheese, Fruit, Juice/Milk
Wednesday, December 14 - Cereal Assortment, Frudel, Fruit, Juice/Milk
Thursday, December 15 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast on a Stick, Fruit, Juice/Milk Malad High Breakfast
Monday, December 12 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Calzone, Fruit, Juice/Milk
Tuesday, December 13 - Cereal Assortment, Bagel/Cream Cheese, Fruit, Juice/Milk
Wednesday, December 14 - Cereal Assortment, Frudel, Fruit, Juice/Milk
Thursday, December 15 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast on a Stick, Fruit, Juice/Milk
Choices of Milk, Fresh Fruit & Veggies Served Daily in all Schools
Malad Elementary Lunch
Monday, December 12 – Pizza Ripper, Garlic Toast, PBJ/Chex Mix/Cheese Stick, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks, Mandarin Oranges
Tuesday, December 13 – Mandarin Chicken Bowl, Eggroll, PBJ/Chex Mix/Cheese Stick, Food Choice – Broccoli, Peaches
Wednesday, December 14 – Cheeseburger, Baked Fries, PBJ/Chex Mix/Cheese Stick, Food Choice – Celery Sticks, Applesauce
Thursday, December 15 – Turkey Gravy Mashed Potato, Roll, PBJ/Chex Mix/Cheese Stick, Food Choice – Green Beans, Oranges Malad Middle Lunch
Monday, December 12 – BBQ Chicken Drumstick, Baked Beans, Breadstick, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Corn, Mandarin Oranges
Tuesday, December 13 – Pizza Ripper, Caesar Salad, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks, Strawberries/Bananas
Wednesday, December 14 – Chicken Sandwich, Baked Fries, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Broccoli, Pears
Thursday, December 15 – Roast Beef, Mashed Potato/Gravy, Roll, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Green Beans, Peaches Malad High Lunch
Monday, December 12 – BBQ Chicken Drumstick, Baked Beans, Breadstick, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Corn, Mandarin Oranges
Tuesday, December 13 – Pizza Ripper, Caesar Salad, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks, Strawberries/Bananas
Wednesday, December 14 – Chicken Sandwich, Baked Fries, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Broccoli, Pears
Thursday, December 15 – Roast Beef, Mashed Potato/Gravy, Roll, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Green Beans, Peaches
By Gramma Dot
“Joyous and ever loyal…”. Those words pretty much describe my high school years, and I have come to believe “Once a Dragon, Always a Dragon” is a true statement. The building that was our primary environment for our teenage years came down on November 29, 2022. It was time, but it was hard to watch. The capstone above the door read “Malad High School 1921” and thanks to some careful demo work that part of the building stayed intact. The building was old when I went to school back in the 60s and 70s, but it was solid. Three stories of high school ego on a one-block campus that included the junior high adrenaline and the elementary innocence, was the gathering place for all of Oneida County’s youth. This was back in the day when home school didn’t exist and every kid in the county gathered there for academic instruction five days a week, nine months out of the year. Not only did we get the academics, but we also found our friends. We knew our classmates, every single one of them. That’s part of what made our experience as solid as the building. You could count on who would be there and you learned how to navigate life with each one. There were the athletes, the cowboys and cowgirls, the mechanics, the farmers, the home-eckers, the musicians, the actors and the academians to name a few. Our parents sent us for the “book learning” but “life learning” happened along the way.
We had some great teachers and, in my experience, only one principal, Big Jer. Jerry Esplin started at Malad High School when our class entered the school as freshmen. When we graduated, he had been with us all four years, every single day. When he retired several years later, I remember him saying he had only missed a day or two in his entire career. He showed up. He was a constant. We knew he would be there. He was solid.
So, as I watched a very solid building bite the dust, my thoughts went to the very solid people who helped thousands of MHS alumni rise from a small community to make their marks in the world. Hopefully, we have all contributed in a solid way to helping those around us. Showing up, being consistent and always being joyous and loyal make for the Good Life. Go, Dragons!
Malad Senior Citizens’ Menu
Every Meal Served with Juice/Milk/Coffee
Dec. 9 – Sloppy Joes, Carrot and Raisin Salad, Baked Beans, Dessert
Dec. 14 – Birthday Dinner, Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli, Rolls, Dessert
Curlew Senior Citizens’ Menu
Every Meal Served with Juice/Milk/Coffee
Dec. 13 – Lasagna, Peaches, Green Salad, Rolls, Dessert
Dec. 15 – Ham, Sweet Potatoes, Green Beans, Bread, Dessert
Victory Baptist Church
Streaming Live Sermons on our Facebook Page @11 am
Jesus Christ, the same yesterday, and today, and forever. Hebrews 13:8 448 South Main, Malad 208-766-4288
DIABETIC EDUCATION SUPPORT GROUP Meetings will NOT be held until further notice.
This is one of Malad’s most treasured Christmas traditions, featuring the lighting of the Advent Wreath, Scripture readings and special music telling the story of Christ’s birth. All denominations are welcome! Saturday, December 24 (Christmas Eve) 6:00 p.m. First Presbyterian Church of Malad 5 Chapel Lane, Malad Idaho
