The Idaho Enterprise | January 19, 2023

Lexie Evans, Ag Instructor and FFA Advisor at Malad High School, shares what the program has in store for this year. Both the local FFA chapter, as well as the Ag offerings at MHS, are important resources for those in the community who plan to pursue work in the ag industry in the future. The recent affiliation of Malad FFA with the national organization, allows for more opportunities for sponsorships, scholarships, and internships. As the programs available to MHS students continue to expand, dual credit classes and exposure to national programs will continue to be a benefit to local students.

Lexie Evans: This year in FFA, our officer team came up with the chapter theme "Keep America on the GROW". We have incorporated that into our activities, class-

room learning, and field trips by exploring many areas of agriculture. Students wanted to focus on growing not only the program at our school but in our community. Students have been given the opportunity to attend many different leadership conferences, college tours, career development events, and leadership development events (Competitions) as well as the largest agricultural trade shows in the world.

This February, a group of students will be traveling to Tulare, California for the World Ag Expo. This expo consists of over 1,200 exhibits on 2.6 million square feet of space. This expo will give students the chance to explore many different careers, discover new technology in the agriculture industry as well as allow them to

Upcoming School Bond Basics Why is a new elementary school

The Oneida School District will hold a bond election on March 14 that will, if passed, qualify the District for funding from the State of Idaho. The State funding, when combined with funds the School District has on hand, will be used to build a new elementary school. The resources for the construction of the building already exist within the District’s budget, although bond passage is necessary to secure the full amount that includes the state’s share.

The passage of the bond will mean that the state will pay for nearly 40% of the cost of the new school. As a result, the passage of the bond will mean that Oneida County taxpayers will not see any increases in property taxes in order to construct the new school. (A “no” vote will not result in a

decrease in property taxes.) Should the bond not pass, the cost of the building will exceed the District’s current resources.

Problems with current school

The current elementa-

ry school, built in 1954, no longer meets the needs of students, teachers, and staff for a safe educational environment, according to several experts who have examined it.

Research conducted prior

Temps drop to 58 below in world’s coldest city

The city of Yakutsk in eastern Siberia, which is generally considered to be the coldest habitable city with recorded temperatures, has recorded a temperature of negative 58 degrees Fahrenheit in the last week. The region is noted across the world for its extremely cold temperatures during winter months, but this year’s winter has been extreme even for Yakutsk.

Deadly Plane Crash in Nepal

Pokhara, Nepal was the site of the country’s deadliest plane crash in 30 years. Nepal, which is often known as the “ceiling of the world” due to its location in the Himalaya mountains, is a particularly dangerous place for flying. Unpredictable weather and visibility issues often created difficult flying conditions. Of the 72 people on board the Yeti Airlines flight, 69 bodies have been recovered.

NFL Wild Card Round

The first weekend of NFL playoff games is in the books, with a few surprises and at least a couple of games for the record books. The Jacksonville Jaguars recorded the third biggest comeback in playoff history, coming back from 0-27 against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Cowboys shut down the Buccaneers in what may be Tom Brady’s last game. The Dolphins nearly completed a comeback against the highly favored Bills with a third string quarterback in what would have been an amazing upset. The Bengals, the 49ers, and the Giants also won their games to advance to the next round, where the Eagles and Chiefs are waiting.

Recent I-15 crashes result in one death; several injuries

On Monday, the northbound lanes were closed for about an hour as state police responded o a rollover on I-15 near Downey. The accident sent one 31-year-old male from Provo to a local hospital by air ambulance. Last Friday, a 46 year -old UPS driver was killed when his UPS Freightliner drove into the median, into the southbound lanes, and rolled off the roadway. State police again advise drivers to exercise defensive driving and caution during weather events and icy roadway conditions.

Fremont county silo accident

Fremont county deputies responded to an accident in which a 25year-old male had been trapped in an auger at silos near Newdale in Fremont county. As a result of the accident, the man’s leg had been amputated just below the hip, but he was reportedly in stable condition at EIRMAC.

Beached whale killed by ship

An investigation into the cause of death of a 40 foot sperm whale beached on Oregon’s northwest coast has determined that the large marine mammal was killed by an impact with a ship. A large gash on the whale’s side was traced to an impact with a ship, which led to its instinctive beaching behavior, according to NOAA. Sperm whales are listed as endangered due to overfishing over the last two centuries.

Makayla Marshall, Addison Waldron, Alivia Waldron, Trevor Mills, Sheridan Brown, Maisey Potter and Lexie Evans

FFA Members Maxx Semrad and Porter Ward at work in the welding shop

to two previous failed bond attempts indicated that the current elementary school has structural problems that would make it vulnerable to

needed?

The old high school was recently demolished near the site of the current elementary UPCOMING

What is happening with egg prices?

By Allison Eliason

It used to be that eggs were a relatively cheap and healthy way to add some protein into your diet. It was the inexpensive breakfast go-to in all its varietiesscrambled, fried, poached or as omelets. Eggs were always in abundance and never were the deciding ingredient for any recipe. But the way this topsy-turvy world has turned, even the idea of cheap eggs has become backwards thinking. Consumer Price Index showed a 59.9% increase in egg prices just last month, averaging at $4.25 across the country.

The post pandemic world of supply chain issues and labor shortages have played its part in price hikes and overall inflation of the grocery bill. It's not just luxury items or the superfluous wants that are now spendy at the checkout counter, but refrigerator staples like eggs too.

The rising fuel costs that have had rippling effects in

other industries and markets have influenced egg prices as well. Whether it is in the fuel for production or the fuel to transport the eggs to the grocery store, it all adds up to a heftier bill for the customer at the checkout.

Animal producers across all sectors have struggled with increased feed costs due to several factors from the drought still frustrating farmers throughout the country to the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. Chicken farmers aren’t immune to these rising expenses and it shows in the final price of their eggs.

Challenges in any one of these areas- production, transportation and laborwould be enough to cause havoc in the egg market and having all of these issues at once is sure to cause problems. And to make matters worse, the United States is currently in the worst avian flu epidemic it has ever seen.

Over the last year, nearly 58 million birds have been

lost, either due to the virus itself or due to the FDAs attempts to stop the spread by destroying infected or exposed flocks. The flu has been found in wild birds, commercial poultry and backyard flocks alike in the more than 700 outbreaks.

All fifty states have found it in wild birds and forty-seven have found it in poultry flocks of all sizes. Here in Idaho, eight counties, Ada, Canyon, Caribou, Gem, Gooding, Madison, Twin Falls and Valley, have reported nearly 30 outbreaks, affecting more than 10,000 birds.

The avian flu epidemic has put a crucial crunch in an already declining number of eggs set for retail. Farmers are working to overcome their losses by rebuilding their flocks, but that is a struggle in itself. Fewer hens means fewer eggs laid, whether they are intended to be sent to the grocery store or to be hatched as the next generation of layers.

Senior Corner—Quilters Guild

By Jill Vanderood Historian

The Oneida County Quilt Guild met on Thursday, January 12 at the Malad Senior Center.

This is a new year and a new beginning for the Quilt Guild. We have new officers to start the year. The co-Presidents of the guild are Brenda Daniels and Esther Emerson.

The guild will meet every second Thursday in 2023. Quilters of all levels are welcome to meet with us.

The dues for the year are only $10. And most meetings include a tasty lunch, provided by the luncheon committee, assigned for that month.

his year promises to be a great year with quilters working on squares for a new friendship quilt, lessons in paper piecing and expert quilters sharing their work for a trunk show of their many beautiful, quilted

masterpieces.

Quilters will be taught new skills and each meeting begins with a show and tell, where we bring in our accomplishments from the month or months before. Quilters can also work on their own projects, learn to do something new or assist in tying a charity quilt.

At the January meet-

ing, Esther helped us to organize:

UFOs - Unfinished Objects WIPEs - Works In Progress . . . Eventually PIGS - Projects in Grocery Sacks

PHD - Project Half Done

Welcome to all returning members and we hope for new faces to join us!

In Colorado and California, they are facing an even greater problem keeping egg cartons on the shelves with their new animal welfare laws that require eggs to come from cage-free chickens, further limiting their supply

Fortunately, numbers have not become so low as to leave customers without any buying option, but rather demand a steep price. It is possible that we are passed

the worst of the shortage, but many in the industry aren’t so sure. While flu numbers have begun to decline, the spring migration is likely to bring a resurgence of the virus as wild birds are the main carrier of the illness. For the time being, egg enthusiasts will have to decide whether they are willing to shell out the big bucks for a dozen or if they will turn up their feathers and balk at the rising prices.

severe damage should an earthquake hit Malad Valley. For instance, the walls are not tied to the roof, which could result in the building collapsing in a violent earthquake, similar to the 6.5 earthquake centered 40 miles west of Malad in 1975.

Additionally, the building is not compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) because it is a two-story building with no easy access to the second floor. A lift was used for several years, but it was discontinued because the configuration of the staircases made it difficult to use. If a student or staff member requires special accommodations, classrooms are shuffled so that the person does not have to get to the second floor,

which can cause a lot of disruption to the organization and management of the school year.

Technology is also a constant problem in the nearly 70-year-old building, primarily due to the cinder brick walls, which have to be drilled to allow wi-fi access.

The walls also affect the efficiency of the Wi-Fi broadcasting within the building itself.

The building has no air conditioning, and heating the building is a huge expense for the District. The single-paned windows throughout the building allow cold air to blow into classrooms. The proposed new school will be built to high-efficiency specifications and should dramatically reduce the utility costs, especially during the winter.

When the building was constructed in the 1950s, concerns for student safety did not include precautions against intruders and active shooters. With multiple exterior doors and the south-facing classrooms all having doors leading to the playground, student safety is a constant concern for teachers and parents. A design with a

more focused set of entrance and exit control points would improve safety and security considerably.

The building, which used to be the pride of Malad, is now comparatively run-down and outdated and, in the opinion of many local officials, does not reflect well on the educational opportunities available to students in Oneida School District nor on the efforts of teachers, staff, parents, and students themselves to provide up-to-date curricula and activities through the elementary school.

Additional information

Because the future of the new school and the fate of the bond election are issues that affect the community greatly, future articles in the Idaho Enterprise will address other questions citizens have had about funding of a new Malad Elementary School. In upcoming weeks, we plan to cover the proposed design for the new school, details about the Bond Equalization program that will help defray the expenses of the project, and other issues related to the school project.

Individuals and groups that have questions are urged to contact Superintendent Jon Abrams (208-534-6080 ext.412) to set up one-on-one or small group meetings to discuss the new building and plans for funding. More information is available on the District website: www.oneidaschooldistrict.com.

Carolee Cox and Nyla Evans are working on a charity quilt

Casey Jones

Casey Jones spoke to the council about properties on 100 W and 710 S/888 S. Jones is interested in having the properties annexed into the city. The properties are a few hundred feet south of the city limits. The property would be used to create residential lots. The development would take place in phases. The mayor asked Jones whether any neighbors in the area had been consulted. They had not. The mayor indicated that she would like to hear back from city engineers about the results of water and sewer studies. Because the property would not be contiguous with current city property, the question of the intervening properties’ consent will be an important element of any decision. Jones expressed interest in creating a 55+ community development.

Brad and Melanie Coleman

Melanie and Brad Coleman spoke to the City Council about the light show, which the two were primarily responsible for over the holiday season. The council was curious about what the Colemans would like to do with the light show moving forward. Brad expressed the sentiment that the Colemans would like to donate the display to the city for a yearly display.

Mayor Hawkins mentioned that many people in the community had expressed interest in donating to the project. Some discussion of a potential committee to oversee the setup and programming of the show was had. A committee of around four or five people was suggested for the initial year. The mayor requested an upkeep budget for the Colemans as a starting point. A starting range of up to $5000 was mentioned, though the Colemans were interested in keeping it at around the same size as the display in 2022.

Brad mentioned that

the ground near two of the trees was extremely hard, due to the sprinklers having not been run beforehand.

Melanie also raised the issue of the Co-op windows, which she had decorated for 2022.

Melanie wondered whether it would be possible to use music in conjunction with the window displays for upcoming displays.

Jon Abrams Superintendent Jon Abrams and Brandon spoke to the council about the upcoming bond election for the new elementary school.

Abrams was clear to emphasize that the upcoming bond will not result in any change to taxes in the city or county. The bond is designed to allow the School District to qualify for state bond equilization, which will account for almost 40% of the total cost.

The School District already has resources on hand to fund the remaining amount, but will not be able to complete a new school without the bond equilization from the state, which requires a 66.66% majority from voters for passage.

The bond will not allow for the building of additional facilities such as an auditorium, etc., as the building capacity for funding would not allow for it in the same cycle. The bond will be paid off in three years. After two years of the bond are paid off, the School District would begin bonding for the auditorium component. The city council was asked whether they would be able to come out in support of the project.

The exact location will essentially be on the footprint of the recently demolished high school.

The council raised the point of the likely savings in utility costs , considering the high efficiency design of the new building, and the aging infrastructure of the current elementary.

Utility savings will affect taxes to the positive.

The council expressed support for the

Oneida School District SPECIAL EDUCATION AND SECTION 504

CHILDFIND NOTICE

Oneida School District has a duty to locate, evaluate and identify any child residing in the District who qualifies for Special Education services or any child attending the public schools who may require Section 504 accommodations or services.

Children eligible for special education include those children with disabilities who have autism, deaf-blindness, emotional disturbance, hearing impairment, multiple disabilities, orthopedic impairment, other health impairment, specific learning disability, speech or language impairment, traumatic brain injury, acquired brain injury, visual impairment, or developmental delay and who, because of such an impairment, need special education services.

Children eligible for Section 504 accommodations or services include those children who have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity.

If you suspect your child has a disability and may need special education services or 504 accommodations, or if you would like additional information, please contact your child’s teacher, or call the District’s Special Education Director Jill Daniels at 534-6080, or the District’s 504 Coordinator, Paula Hannah at 534-6080.

new elementary school, and taking advantage of the opportunity the bond.

Lance Tripp motioned to support the new school, and a motion to do so was approved unanimously.

Talje Hoene— University of Idaho

The University of Idaho is interested in providing more mental health resources to rural communities. Talje explained that the project would involve a partnership with Malad City.

Weiser is one of the current collaborators, and has recently benefitted from resulting community initiatives that have resulted from it. The partnership would come with $3,000 of funding to be used according to whatever plans were developed in conversation between the UI group and the community. The project would involve a series of 6 sessions, which would involve communication between the group and whoever the city decides to establish as the community representatives. An introductory meeting, sometime in February, would be the first step in setting up the process.

Planning and Zoning Board

Appointment

Brandon Ekstrom has accepted a position on the Planning and Zoning Board to fill a vacancy. A motion to officially appoint him was approved.

Updates on Present Projects

Mayor Hawkins updated the council on current projects. The county has decided to retain the roads in question that it had considered turning over to the city. The lift station building for the sewer is under remodeling. The issue of impact fees was discussed. Currently, there are no specific impact fees in place in the city. Impact fees generally apply to developers to cover the costs to the city of installing infrastructure.

The city has come to an agreement with the county to make Bannock street the detour route for the period of construction.

Lance Tripp updated

Curlew Senior Citizens’ Menu

Every Meal Served with Juice/Milk/Coffee Jan. 24 – Pork Chops, Green Beans, Potatoes, Pears, Salad Bar, Rolls, Dessert Jan. 26 – Hamburger and Rice, Veggies, Fruit, Salad Bar, Muffins, Dessert

Malad Senior Citizens’ Menu

Every Meal Served with Juice/Milk/Coffee Jan. 20 - Navajo Tacos, Fruit, Dessert Jan. 25 - Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Carrots, Rolls, Dessert

the council on the progress of the pickle ball courts. Nucor is donating rebar to the project, which the city hopes will result in eight courts. Donations have been received from Ace hardware, and a grant has been applied for through Maverik. The project is hoped to begin construction in the spring.

Quotes for a new shed for storage in the park have been received. A 30’ by 50’ with a 12 by 12 door came in at $36,931.

Set Goals

The council discussed its goals for the upcoming year.

Several of the council members, the City Superintendent and the mayor designated work on the water system as a major priority. A possible grant from Bureau of Reclamation was discussed as a potential means to defray costs on the project. DEQ has advised that Gov Little added water as a priority to Idaho First! Plan. This would hopefully allow for updated water meters to be purchased under new state funding.

Painting the outside of the Co-op bldg. is the first major step toward the longterm Coop project. According to the mayor, there are grants available for community buildings with historic importance that the Co-op building should qualify for.

Grants are also being sought for new playground equipment in the city park. The current equipment is certainly showing some signs of wear, and the ground cover is in need of replacement.

The City Council would also like to finish the horsehoe pits.

Councilman Larry Thomas discussed the need for new siding on restroom building, and possibly a pavilion over the speaking platform at the City Cemetery.

Tyrell Neal discussed possibilities for a new City recreation building/field house for the park’s athletic fields. The idea of forming a committee to start working on it was raised.

Jaime Olsen raised the issue of the lights on North Main, in addition to reaffirming the importance of the water metering system. The lights on North Main

have been struck by vehicles several times, and various possibilities for creating a concrete base to prevent damage to the light poles themselves were raised.

Lance Tripp identified the creation of a pickle ball court as an important goal for the year. An active group of citizens have been lobbying for a set of pickle ball courts near the City Park facility.

Tripp also mentioned the need to laser level the park’s baseball facilities, as well as running sprinkler lines throughout to keep the green space green throughout the summer.

Tyler Webster again reiterated the need for a plan to replace water meters across the city, to allow for more efficient water management. He would also like to see a project to uncover at least a quarter of city manholes and run a camera through them. He would like to identify them all, and if necessary raise them to grade with the street surface. Webster would also like to try to get employees certified for water and wastewater management, as well as the Road Scholar for LHTAC.

A range of policies related to city employees for things like ipad ownership were discussed. The general issue was that the city had no policies related to ipads, which required the purchasing of new ones to replace those taken by former city employees after their employment had ended. A two year term of service before the devices were considered outdated was discussed, but not formalized.

Webster also mentioned his desire to clarify the existing School Zone signage, and paint crosswalks to reinforce the existing street level indicators.

The council were instructed to read through the Comprehensive plan, with an eye toward seeing what needs to be changed or updated.

Mayor Hawkins herself is in the last year of her current term. She has not decided whether or not to run again. Susan Wittman is planning on retiring in the next three years. Mayor Hawkins has looked into creating a City

Administrator position, which is an administrative role within the city government that would create a second line of continuity for administrative functions for the future. Many Idaho cities use a City Administrator position, alongside a mayor, to support the administrative functions of city government. The council will be meeting with Senator Kelly Anthon, who has served in the role, in order to get a better sense of what the job title would entail and how it would affect city government.

Advisory Reports

Shelly Williams of Planning and Zoning reported that her committee is trying to update/go over ordinances, with an eye toward having the revisions done by spring. She noted a number of redundancies and inconsistencies in the current code, which makes the current ordinance hard to use, and leads to some confusion about policy implications.

Tyler Webster explained that the city crew have started plowing the park parking lot, but that backing up is a problem in a large vehicle, and that the ATV isn’t working, as the blade is not designed for dealing with snow of that size and weight.

Webster requested a blade to be attached to a pickup, rather than an ATV. He explained that such a blade would allow for easier plowing of a number of places, including cemetery, walking path, field of dreams, etc. The cost would be around $10K installed. A bid will be sought. The possibility of a used blade was raised, which both Webster and others agreed would likely come with quality and upkeep complications.

A motion to approve up to 10K for a truck snowplow was passed. The council then discussed a number of places around town that they had observed or been informed about that required pothole filling. As a result of winter weather, plowing, and other factors, potholes are often at their worst during the winter and spring months. Several immediate locations were noted, as well as those to be attended to as soon as weather permitted.

The City Council met with Casey Jones to discuss the annexation of property south of town into the city

OBITUARIES

Paul Edward Drury II

Paul Edward Drury II, 21, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, after a seven-year battle with leukemia. Paul was born on December 27, 2001, in Mt. Holly, NJ.

Paul graduated from The Ambrose School in 2021 and was attending Boise State University. Paul had a love of historical steam rail roads and tanks. He was a 2nd Dan Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do. He was involved in Kart racing in Tooele, Utah.

Paul was the youngest son of William IV (Bill) and Tracy Drury of Malad, Idaho. He is survived by his parents and his older brother William V (Billy) of Greeley, Colorado; his grandmothers Kathleen Kessler of Plainfield, Indiana, and Nora Drury of Bluemont, Virginia. He was preceded in death by his grandfather's William Drury III of Bluemont, Virginia and Dave Kessler Sr. of Plainfield, Indiana.

A Celebration of Life was held on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at The Ambrose School, 6100

N. Locust Grove Road, Meridian, ID 83646.

In lieu of Flowers, we request a donation to be made to:

Ronald McDonald House- Intermountain Area 935 E. South Temple Salt Lake City, UT 84102-1411 https://www.rmhcslc.org/

Vaughn J. Jeppsen

Vaughn J. Jeppsen, 72, passed away at his home on January 10, 2023.

Vaughn was born on April 15, 1950, in Brigham City Utah to LaVon J. Jeppsen and Elizabeth Emma Bell.

He had many different callings throughout his life, he chose to follow in his dad's footsteps and being a mechanic was his favorite. He was always willing to help family, friends and even strangers to "get back on the road". In his younger years he could fix anything that had an engine of any size. Later in life he continued to mechanic but on much simpler projects.

He enjoyed many outdoor activities; hunting, fishing, trap shooting and horseback riding to name a few. Due to health conditions these activities were replaced with sitting outside and taking in the view of the Samaria mountains watching the beautiful sunsets from his backyard.

He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his 5 children: Shelley (Brandon) Owen, David Jeppsen, Crystal (Jarvis) Jones, Heather Jeppsen and Zack (Haili) Jeppsen. 7 grandsons and 8 granddaughters. His second mom Bonnie Jeppsen and Siblings; Gayle Reeder (brother-in-law,) Mickey (Beth) Jeppsen, Pat (Jerry) Aldous, Debbie

DEATH NOTICE

Thomas Lynn Pett passed away January 11, 2023, at the age of 76.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday January 21, at 11 a.m. at the LDS Church on 50 S. 750 W. in Orem,

Allsop, Kevin (Rose) Jeppsen, Angie Woods, Barbra (sister) and Carolyn (sister).

He was preceded in death by his father LaVon J. Jeppsen, mother Elizabeth Emma Bell, sister Diane Reeder and brother-in-law Max Allsop.

The family would like to thank specifically Dr. Blake Taylor and his assisting nurses Jandi and Brandi. Also, Enhabit Home Health for the phenomenal care that they provided to Vaughn through the years.

A viewing was held on Saturday, January 14, 2023, from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Horsley Funeral Home located at 132 West 300 North Malad, Idaho 83252. A graveside dedication with Military Honors will be held at a later date.

Utah. Friends may visit with the family that morning at the church from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Burial will follow in the Malad City Cemetery around 3:30 p.m.

SHERIFF'S DISPATCH

Following are recent calls received by dispatchers at the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office. During the week of 1/08 to 1/14, the Sheriff’s Office investigated 34 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.

Sunday, January 8, 2023 • 10:43 Animal Call • 18:01 Traffic Accident Monday, January 9, 2023

06:40 Agency Assist

08:48 Traffic Hazard. Objects in roadway • 13:09 Civil Call

• 16:07 Traffic Violation • 19:14 Slide off. Tow requested

23:33 Motorist Assist Tuesday, January 10, 2023 • 00:01 Motorist Assist. Stranded vehicle

04:22 Agency Assist

06:59 Slide off • 07:13 Traffic Hazard. Abandoned vehicle

14:36 Medical Emergency

16:48 Civil Call

16:51 Civil Call

20:57 Parking Problem. Wednesday, January 11, 2023

06:52 Slide off

8:00 Traffic Accident. No injuries reported

This month, three new Eagle Scouts joined the ranks. Trevor Allen, son of Mindi and Wes Allen; Levi Balappa, son of Jennifer and Lad Neilson and Dominic Balappa; and Marshall Asay, son of Quincy and Lillian Asay.

All three Eagles attend Malad Middle School, and are active in wrestling and other sports.

Trevor is serving as Senior Patrol Leader, Marshall is currently Patrol Leader, and Levi is Assistant Senior Patrol Leader and Bugler.

engulfed. No injuries Thursday, January 12, 2023

17:27 Citizen Assist

17:49 Prisoner Transfer out of county Friday, January 13, 2023

00:19 Disturbance Reported

02:02 Motorist Assist

10:45 Civil Call

14:59 Forgery Reported

18:35 Fire Reported

20:21 Suspicious Circumstance Reported Saturday, January 14, 2023

08:18 Agency Assist

12:30 VIN Inspection

21:27 Animal Call. Barking dogs

22:31 911 Call. Unknown situation

For their Eagle projects, Trevor’s project involved rebuilding the entrance gates for the Fairgrounds. Marshall’s project involved building a gate and fence for the Samaria Heritage Square location, and Levi worked on and installed the new Veterans Memerial Bell at the cemetery. The total number of service hours for these projects exceeded 200 hours.

Trevor and Levi both had 15 additional merit badges beyond what was required for Eagle and got

received his bronze and gold Eagle palm.

Mathew Wray was the Master of Ceremonies, and Elder Hess of the Seventy was the keynote speaker.

The event was attended by over 80 friends and family members who came to celebrate the achievements of the newly minted Eagle scouts.

Hands of Hope Home Health and Hospice

Paul Edward Drury II

Vaughn J. Jeppsen

their bronze, gold, and silver Eagle palms. Marshall had 13 additional merit badges and

New Eagle Scout Levi Balappa, with Lad and Jennifer Neilson and Dominic Balappa

Marshall Asay, with Quincy and Lillia Asay

Trevor Allen, with Mindi and Wes Allen

Grandparents Only

Not recommended for parents or kids

By Gramma Dot

Speaker of the House. Who is the Speaker of your house? Kevin McCarthy just went through 15 votes over four days to become Speaker of the House of Representatives at the federal level. He had to make some concessions to members of the House Freedom Caucus to get their support. The concessions included:

• Reinstating the call to vacate, which allows a single member to call for a snap vote to oust the Speaker.

• Require spending cuts be tied to the debt-ceiling increase.

• Make it easier to amend spending bills.

• Place more House Freedom Caucus members on key committees.

According to The Wall Street Journal, January 7, 2023, 6:44 p.m. EST, “Some of Mr. McCarthy’s allies lamented that his concessions gave

away too much of his power and will make it harder for him to govern the House’s fractious GOP caucus.”

Not sure who the Speaker of the Evanson House is, but as the default appointee on occasion, I feel his pain. No power to govern the fractious caucus is code for “the teenager can do what he/she wants.” I’ve been a teenager, I’ve had teenagers and fractious caucuses need governing. However, there are times when the teenager may have a point and serious talks should ensue.

Abraham Lincoln believed that, “the legitimate object of government is ‘to do for the people what needs to be done, but which they can not, by individual effort, do at all, or do so well, for themselves.’”*

I think most of us would agree that “The House,” whether it is yours or the government’s needs a

THANK YOU

You don’t realize that you live around extra ordinary people – until you need them immediately! And they work their magic. Thanks to the capable first responders

and people in the E.R. We thank Dr. Teeples, the nurses, staff, and Greg at the Physical Therapy for all their kind and loving following my fall.

Thanks for all the calls, texts, food, and

strong, rational Speaker. We need government to do for us what we can’t do individually. Hope fully, the “fractious caucus,” be it the kid at home or the House Free dom Caucus in Wash ington, will believe enough in their cause to talk seriously and work effectively with others.

If we’ve learned any thing from our national history, compromise is what makes a democra cy work. The process when applied with fidel ity helps teenagers grow into responsible adults and helps adults see the Good Life from a differ ent perspective.

Good luck to Mr. Mc Carthy and the Freedom Caucus and good luck to you in building The Good Life for us all.

*Jon Meacham, “And There Was Light, Abra ham Lincoln and the American Struggle.” Random House, New York, 2022, p. 38.

words of encouragement as I fought to be normal again. Words cannot express the love we as the Horsley Family have for all of you!

A note of thanks from the Horsley Family.

Debbie, Spence, and Family

Governor Little gives State of State address for 2023

Last week, recently re-elected Idaho Governor Brad Little delivered his 2023 State of the State address to the Idaho Legislature, featuring the promise to put “Idaho First”.

The address began with a moment of silence for the four victims of the University of Idaho murders in November. “The loss of these incredible people is felt exceptionally, and we will never forget them,” the Governor said. “We will vigorously seek justice for the victims and the many loved ones they leave behind.”

Since Little first took office in 2019, he has repeated what he sees as his primary goal, which he again reiterated: “To make Idaho the place where all can have the opportunity to thrive, where our children and grandchildren choose to stay, and for the ones who have to choose to return.”

Little declared that “what we’re doing is working, and I am prepared to work with all of you to accelerate our pace, continue leading the country, and keep putting Idaho first.” Little prioritized support for Idaho’s schools, providing tax relief across the state, improving public safety, combating the fentanyl drug epidemic, and increasing spending on infrastructure.

Little announced proposals to fund a statewide drug interdiction team, training and testing, and a new educational awareness campaign to combat fentanyl in schools.

ISP interdiction specialists are also being sent to the U.S./Mexico border to aid the state of Arizona in its work and learn from the frontline specialists working daily on international drug trafficking issues.

During the speech, Little announced a $330 million dollar initiative for public schools, and $80 million for “in-demand career training”.

“Plain and simple,” Little stated, “the people of Idaho have given us a mandate: to stay on course, put Idaho first, and continue down this path of prosperity, and keep investing in education.” Little has proposed increasing the base salary of Idaho teachers to be more competitive nationally (to a starting salary of $47,477, which is within the top 10 nationally), boosting the existing pay and benefits for all teachers as well as classified staff, and increasing pay for security and support staff positions.

As a component of the education initiative, Little has also proposed using some of the education budget to provide scholarships to Idaho students. An $8,500 scholarship for graduating seniors has been called for, which would support their attendance at Idaho universities, community colleges, or workforce/ technical training programs. Named the “Idaho Launch” program, it would constitute the largest investment in career and technical education in state history. “There are many pathways

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to success in today’s economy and all pathways deserve our support,” Little said. “For some students, it means getting their CDL, becoming a lineman, or pursuing welding. For others, it is engineering, teaching, health care, or business. No matter what path a student chooses, we are making it easier for them to get the advanced training they need to propel themselves and Idaho’s economy forward.” $110 million has been proposed for community college and university infrastructure needs to “increase capacity and prepare for rising student demand in targeted fields.”

The “Empowering Parents” plan would also provide grants to help parents purchase computers and other necessary resources for students who have experienced learning gaps as a result of the COVID epidemic. $30 million has been directed to the program to help families “take charge of education expenses for their children.” $20 million has been devoted to the “Securing our Future Initiative” from on-time grants from the Office of School Safety and Security to improve and increase safety measures across the state. $30 million

in additional one-time grants have also been called for to preserve and support information technology and infrastructure.

Little’s property tax plan calls for $120 million to defray property taxes and also fulfill the income tax reductions passed during the 2022 legislative session. Idaho currently ranks as one of the lowest property tax states in the country. The implementation of the 5.8% flat income tax, which was passed during the 2022 special legislative session, is also considered a priority. The estimated saving to Idaho taxpayers is $145 million.

The budget proposed during the speech also includes $1 billion in new infrastructure spending, which focuses on transportation. This funding will be directed to improving local bridges, airports, pedestrian and safety projects, and broadband internet access.

Additional funding opportunities will also be made available to cities and counties for improvements in water and water resource management, energy issues, outdoor recreation, and agricultural concerns. $150 million has been designated for state water infrastruc-

ture and water projects around the state. $115 million has been assigned to support drinking water and wastewater upgrades, with an emphasis on rural communities. $100 million has been proposed for state parks and recreation areas. $12 million has been assigned for grants to farmers, ranchers, dairies, and confined animal feeding operations in an attempt to improve soil, water, and air quality in Idaho’s agricultural communities.

$200 million has been set aside for efforts to improve local bridges, $35 million to improve airports, and $10 million for pedestrian safety infrastructure. $100 million has been assigned to aid “economically significant local transportation projects that are otherwise beyond the reach of local government finances,” which is likely to be helpful for several upcoming and ongoing projects in Oneida county.

$100 million was also proposed to expand resources for mental health and childcare issues across the state. One of the mentioned areas of concern in this area was emergency medical services for rural communities, as well as mental health

and counseling services for underserved communities. $72 million was directed toward the ongoing funding of an Idaho Behavioral Health contract that will provide mental health services to Medicaid beneficiaries, with most of the funds coming from federal dollars. $15 million from ARPA funds will be directed to grants supporting child care facilities.

$3 million has been devoted to assisting independent physicians in establishing medical clinics to increase health care access across rural Idaho. $2 million has been allocated for child abuse and neglect prevention programs for at-risk families.

Little’s budget also calls for an increase to police budgets across the state, including a proposed 10 percent increase in pay for Idaho’s law enforcement officers.

The governor has proposed a 10% salary adjustment for state law enforcement, as well as funds for improved safety equipment, and additional staff to support the ISP’s sex offender registry unit. $14.8 million has been directed to the building of ISP facilities in Idaho Falls and Lewiston. $4.1 million has been designated for additional “safe teen reception facilities,” which are designed to provide an alternative to incarceration for troubled youth. $400,000 has also been allocated to support the “plea-diversion program,” which similarly attempts to find other remedies to incarceration.

Funds have also been set aside for a rainy day fund, a Fire Suppression Deficiency Fund, paying off deferred maintenance, and payments on several outstanding bonds. A surplus of over $200 million was left to provide a cushion against inflationary pressures.

Governor Little speaks with the Malad City Council last fall

5 YEARS AGO (2018)

On Friday night, January 12, several residents and two organizations were honored at the annual OEF Heritage Club Banquet. New inductees into the Heritage Club, attaining the "M" level ($1,000 - $1,999.99 in donations) are Mike and Lisa Atkinson.

Current members who have continued to contribute and have advanced to higher levels were also honored. Those advancing to a higher level during 20162017 were:

• Dragon level ($2,000 - $4,999.99) Larry and Teri John

• Orange and Black level ($5,000 - $9,999.99) Kevin and JoLynn Price; Scott and Sharee Blaisdell and Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital Foundation

• Bronze level (10,000 - $10,999.99) Ruth Zivkovic Gloria Jean Thomas, Oneida Education Foundation Chairman, conducted the meeting. Thomas explained the mission statement for OEF is "Success for Every Student" and that OEF priorities for grant giving are: classroom/ curriculum grants for supplies materials and equipment, 65 percent; scholarships, 30 percent and grants for co-curricular activities, 5 percent.

The OEF was established in 1988 to raise funds for Oneida County schools, and the OEF provides a channel by which individuals and businesses may donate money to the schools and receive tax benefits as well as the satisfaction of assisting local schools and students. Thomas explained that 100 percent of the funds received goes to the schools, either to help in the classrooms, teachers or students.

A senior at Malad High School, Kambree Christensen, the daughter of Brad and Kathy Christensen, is Student of the Week at Malad High School for the week of January 15.

Prior to moving to Malad, Kambree and her family lived in Logan, Utah. Her favorite class at MHS is art and the one thing she would like to cross off her bucket list is just to graduate!

Kambree is planning to attend Utah State University and hopes that in the next five to ten years whatever she will be doing, "I hope I will be happy".

What Kambree loves most about Malad High School are the teachers. Her advice to other students is, "Stay in school kids!"

Kambree hates the color purple, and that is something she thinks no one knows about her.

Her favorite extracurricular activity is ballroom dancing.

The MHS Dragonettes competed at the Idaho Classic Dance and Cheer Competition on Saturday, January 13, in Pocatello, Idaho.

The Dragonettes were very successful in the 2A/3A division placing first in all five categories which include Prop, Kick, Military, Dance

and Hip-Hop.

Coach Callie Werk was thrilled with the results. Most importantly she was so proud of placing second place overall in Prop, Military and Hip Hop. This includes the bigger 4A and 5A schools.

All the high schools that competed were Snake River JH-2A/3A, Soda Springs-2A/3A, Pocatello HS-4A, Preston-4A, Rigby-5A, Highland-5A.

Members include the following: Kelsey Owens (Captain), Kallee Warren, Justice Servoss, Abby Timothy, Hailey Schwartz, Charlie Moon, Pinja Rupo, Sophia Pesco, Hailey Williams, Savanah Poulson, Marion Smith, Ash Scott and McKinna Owens.

10 YEARS AGO (2013)

The Honorable David L. Evans, Magistrate Judge with the Sixth Judicial District, administered the oath of office to five Oneida County officials, Max Firth and Shellee Smith Daniels, Oneida County Commissioners; Dustin Smith, Oneida County Prosecuting Attorney; Jan Edwards, Oneida County Treasurer and Jeff Semrad, Oneida County Sheriff on January 14. Declaring this to be a historic occasion with the swearing in of Commissioner Shellee Daniels, Judge Evans said, “This is the first elected woman commissioner in Oneida County.”

December 12, 2012 turned out to be a pretty great day for Polly Scott of Malad. Polly purchased a $5.00 Topaz Yellow 7s scratch ticket at the Chat N Chew in Malad and won a cool $70,000!

Former Malad Elementary teacher Nola Thomas Coats spent the week volunteering in the fourth-Grade class of Kerry Evans, fifth Grade class of Jean Schwartz and the After School Program. Coats, along with her daughter, Darcie, taught the students four types of poetry: Haiku, Quatrains, Cinquain and Trioletis. Coats said it is a fun way for the children to learn the poetry can be fun.

15 YEARS AGO (2008)

Oneida High School graduated four students who have recently completed the program. They were honored at Commencement Exercises on January 10, at the Malad Elementary Auditorium. Participating in the graduation ceremony were Alyissa Duce, Brittney Helmandollar, Josh Scott and Kyle Purdum.

The 2008 Malad Junior Miss program officially got underway January 8 with the Annual Kick Off Dinner in the high school commons. This year’s event, titled “In Your Dreams” will be held April 19. There are eleven Junior participants this year, including Kendra Allen, Amy Atkinson, Shawn’te Davis, Rachel Kent, Michelle Stayner, Krystal Tavoian, Lindzee Thompson, Brittney Tubbs, Shay Williams, Shayla Winder and Taleesha Willie.

Malad Mayor Spence Horsley, Councilman

Tom Jenkins, and Councilman Mike Williams take the Oath of Office from City Clerk Susan Wittman during the first City Council Meeting of the year.

Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise are Malad residents who are currently residents of Araby Acres Resort in Yuma, Arizona. They helped spread the Christmas Spirit to residents of Yuma’s Crisis Center and Safe House. They are Shirlee Ward, Joan Potts, Dale Robbins, Jim and Donna Goddard, Cora Moller, Liz Shaw, Hazel Maharry and Jerry Maharry, and Peggy Nixon.

25 YEARS AGO (1998)

A severe avalanche warning has been issued for the Rocky Mountain West high country according to Rick VanBebber of the Malad Ranger District. He urges Oneida County residents who snowmobile, snowshoe or ski to stay on the groomed trails or flat land if they go into the mountains and to exercise extreme caution and good sense.

Steven W. Ward, son of Ryan and Bobbie Ward, has been called to serve a full-time mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He will serve for two years in the Jamaica, Kingston Mission. He will enter the MTC on February 4, 1998.

Brady Kevin Price, 11, sixth grade student at Malad Middle School, won the school-level competition of the National Geography Bee. Brady is the son of JoLynne and Keven Price, of Cherry Creek.

The Malad High School wrestling team captured the team title at the Malad Invitational. The Dragon wrestlers scored 215.5 total team points, beating out 17 other teams. Declo came in second with 200 points, followed by West Jefferson with 160.5 and Fruitland with 157.

Kelly Edwards, former Malad resident and Malad High School graduate in 1969, was voted as the Ontario Oregon Chamber of Commerce Man of the Year. Kelly, married to the former Donna Vee Peden, are the parents of four sons, Paul, Kurt, Tyler and John.

The Magistrate Commission for the Sixth Judicial District selected and appointed Malad native, David L. Evans, to the position of Magistrate Judge in proceedings in the Oneida county courthouse.

Taking the oath of office at the first City Council meeting of the year are newly elected council members Larry Thomas and Ruth Zivkovic. Susan Wittman administrated the oath.

New Search and Rescue Officers are sworn in by Sheriff Bill Neal. Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise are Judd Ravsten, second vice commander; Carl Nieffenegger, Commander; Nick Gugelman, first vice commander and Terrell Jones, Quartermaster/Treasurer. Veteran Members of Oneida’s Search & Rescue Unit were honored. Don Elia-

son, Frank Madsen, Jay Burrie and Terrel Jones were presented special plaques.

35 YEARS AGO (1988)

Most Malad folks don’t need introduction to Monte Thomas, the new Regional District Manager for Utah Power and Light’s Malad District. Thomas officially took over the position on January 1, after it was vacated by the retirement of Jack Allred.

Commissioner Con Alder has been re-elected to serve as Chairman of the Board of Oneida County Commissioners for the second year in a row. The action was taken in the first meeting of the new year.

A winter storm, packing wind gusts up to 50 mph, laid down a sheet of ice on Oneida County roads Monday morning, closing schools and causing havoc for local drivers.

Announcement has been made that Samaria resident, Barbara Waldron, has been initiated into the Golden Key National Honorary Society for excellence in the area of Scholastic achievement. Over the last two years while attending Utah State University in Logan, Utah, Mrs. Waldron has maintained a 3.50 GPA or higher as she has pursued a bachelors degree in the field of Theater Arts Education.

When Oneida Home Economist Jean Showell talks about “Keys” these days, she’s not referring to the metal instruments used to turn a bolt or lock. “KEYS” is the name of her new 4-H correspondence program, “Kids, Educate Yourself for Safety.”

45 YEARS AGO (1978)

“It really makes my job a lot easier to not have to worry of driving over the ‘hill’ in the winter,” commented one happy commuter who rides the SICOG bus to Pocatello from Malad daily. Local drivers of the two buses which depart from Malad’s Chat and Chew at 5:15 a.m. and 5:55 a.m. transport an average of 45 to 55 commuters to school, work and shopping in Pocatello.

Ila Elcock, Malad School Right To Read consultant, announced that 72,676 minutes were accumulated by Malad Elementary students during the opening week of a special January reading contest.

Oneida County’s oldest resident, George Daniels, Sr. died January 15, 1978 at the age of 102, but not without leaving his mark on the valley of Malad City.

Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise are Lions Club President Charles Buehler and score board project chairman Bill Thorpe, this week presented Malad High School Athletics Director, Bill Schmidt with a check for $300 to be used in the purchase of a new scoreboard for Harding Field. The funds have been ear-marked for the project since the Lions exhibition basketball game with a traveling women’s red-headed

team in 1974.

55 YEARS AGO (1968)

In response to numerous requests from interested citizens in the county, Malad High school is offering night classes in beginning and advanced typing and art, Supt. Lloyd Sorensen announced this week. As in the past, no credit for high school or college will be given for the classes.

As a result of the extremely successful carnival organized and sponsored by Malad Parent Teachers Association this fall, the high school has received some valuable pieces of new equipment with which to up-grade their audio-visual facilities and bring better teaching instruction to the students. The elementary teachers have also received new pieces of equipment that will help them in performing their duties.

Marne Deschamps spent the weekend in Salt Lake City at the Air Force National Guard base where he was promoted to the rank of staff sergeant.

Sheriff Kenneth Wharton and Deputy Rick Servoss attended a two-day riot control school at Pocatello.

In a departure from past sessions, there will be only one Sunday meeting at this quarterly LDS Conference here on Sunday. Elder Franklin D. Richards, assistant to the Council of Twelve Apostles, will be the speaker.

60 YEARS AGO (1963)

Malad LDS Third Ward bishopric has been reorganized with Lon Corbridge replacing Hubert Gleed as Bishop.

Lloyd Sorenson and Raiford Benson are the new first and second counselors, respectively; with Ken Allen assuming the duties of statistical clerk.

Glacus G. Merrill of Clarksburg, West Virginia has applied to the Federal Communications Commission for an application to construct a new standard radio station at Malad.

In its program of services to veterans and their dependents, the Veterans Administration disbursed more than $10.6 million to 12,092 veterans in Idaho in compensation and pension payments during 1962.

Pleasantview Ward of the Malad LDS Stake is planning its annual Gold and Green Ball on January 19th. The evening’s special events will include a floorshow and the presentation of the Ward’s two debutantes, Miss Gayle Blaisdell and Miss Dixie Lee Ekstrom.

70 YEARS AGO (1953)

It was a rip-snortin’, fire-eatin’ crew of Dragon boxers that bounced back from a first match loss to Shelley and pounded out a 9-6 victory over the Blackfoot mittmen in the Malad gym.

Mrs. Mary L. Anderson chairman of the American Legion Auxiliary membership committee announced this week that the local unit has reached

its 100 percent quota of 104 members for 1953. In helping to meet the quota, members enrolled two to the cradle roll, two first juniors and one new junior member. Cradle roll members are Suzanne Linda Evans and Mary Margaret Evans. First junior members are Elaine Mansfield and Annabell Evans. New junior member is Sandra Price. New senior member of the organization is Mrs. Enid Harris.

How big is the Korean War? A special armed services subcommittee, which issued a report on a tour it made to the Korean front said: “That it is a big war is evidenced by the fact that as of May 1952 Navy and Marine aircraft had expended as much aviation ordnance bombs, rockets, ammunition, etc., as these aircraft expended in all theaters of war during World War II.”

Ever open your car door to signal a turn? Several drivers have gotten into serious trouble on Idaho highways while using this non-standard means of signaling intention to turn, declares R. H. DesAuniers, Traffic Safety Director. It is an easy way to lose a door or cause a serious accident. The state laws do not recognize this method of signaling. If a vehicle is lacking is mechanical turn signal device 0s, then standard hand signals should be used.

75 YEARS AGO (1948)

The newly organized county wide school district “Class A No. 351” received a real financial boost this week when $62,942.28 was transferred from the office of the County Treasurer, Mrs. Lurline A. James, to the clerk of the new board, James B. Jones.

“The Groom Said No”, a three act play written by Ruth and Nathan Hale will be presented by the Malad High School at the Star Theatre. The comedy is being directed by Mrs. Alicia Bingham, high school dramatics department head. Cast includes: Carolyn Williams, Sharon Jones, Helen Edwards, Marilyn Baker, Jeanne Parry, Marialice Tovey, Hilda Clark, Benny Nicholas, Earl Kern, Wesley Crowther, Gordon Vaughn and Beverly Smith.

Guiding some 23 mitt enthusiasts at Nampa is Coach Dean Lewis, who was champion in the heavyweight division of he sixth district when attending high school at Malad City.

SCHOOL MENU

Malad Elementary Breakfast

Monday, January 23 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Calzone, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Tuesday, January 24 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Round, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Wednesday, January 25 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast on a Stick, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Thursday, January 26 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Bites Variety, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Malad Middle Breakfast

Monday, January 23 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Calzone, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Tuesday, January 24 - Cereal Assortment, Mini Strawberry/Cinnamon Bagel, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Wednesday, January 25 - Cereal Assortment, Apple Filled Donut, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Thursday, January 26 - Cereal Assortment, Oatmeal w/Fixins, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Malad High Breakfast

Monday, January 23 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Calzone, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Tuesday, January 24 - Cereal Assortment, Mini Strawberry/Cinnamon Bagel, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Wednesday, January 25 - Cereal Assortment, Apple Filled Donut, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Thursday, January 26 - Cereal Assortment, Oatmeal w/Fixins, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

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

Malad Elementary Lunch

Monday, January 23 – Mini Corn Dogs, Baked Fries, PBJ/Chex Mix/Cheese Stick, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks, Apricots

Tuesday, January 24 – Chicken Tenders, Mash Potato Gravy, Roll, PBJ/

Chex Mix/Cheese Stick, Food Choice –Green Beans, Mandarin Oranges

Wednesday, January 25 – Nachos w/ Beef, PBJ/Chex Mix/Cheese Stick, Food Choice – Celery Sticks, Pears Thursday, January 26 – Ham & Cheese Stuffwich, Baked Fries, PBJ/Chex Mix/ Cheese Stick, Food Choice – Corn, Applesauce

Malad Middle Lunch

Monday, January 23 – Beef Street Tacos, Cheesy Refried Beans, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Corn, Pears Tuesday, January 24 – Chicken Tenders, Mash Potato, Roll, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Green Beans, Mixed Fruit Wednesday, January 25 – Western Burger, Tater Tots, Salad Bar, Food Choice –Carrot Sticks, Mandarin Oranges

Thursday, January 26 – Enchilada Casserole, Breadstick, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Sliced Cucumbers, Apple

Malad

High Lunch

Monday, January 23 – Beef Street Tacos, Cheesy Refried Beans, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Corn, Pears Tuesday, January 24 – Chicken Tenders, Mash Potato, Roll, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Green Beans, Mixed Fruit Wednesday, January 25 – Western Burger, Tater Tots, Salad Bar, Food Choice –Carrot Sticks, Mandarin Oranges

Thursday, January 26 – Enchilada Casserole, Breadstick, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Sliced Cucumbers, Apple

BRAIN TEASERS

BIRTHDAYS

Karl Hill, Jan. 20

Bill Neal, Jan. 20

Derek Ward, Jan. 20

Rebecca Bowen, Jan. 21

Catherine Jensen, Jan. 21

Trinity Lund, Jan. 21

Jackie Pfeiffer, Jan. 21

JoAnn Livingston, Jan. 21

Payton Thomas, Jan. 22

Tyler Wilson, Jan. 22

Braxton Davis, Jan. 23

Lloyd Hubbard, Jan. 23 Sharon Jones, Jan. 23

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ON THIS DAY

1363 English King Edward lll introduces his Sumptuary Laws, restricting what people ate and wore to preserve social status (largely ignored)

1825 Ezra Daggett and nephew Thomas Kensett patent food storage in tin cans

1883 The first electric lighting system employing overhead wires, built by Thomas Edison, begins service at Roselle, New Jersey

1903 First regular transatlantic radio broadcast between U.S. and England

1935 Coopers Inc. sells the world's first men's briefs in Chicago, calls it the "Jockey"

1938 General Motors begins mass production of diesel engines

1955 First presidential news con-

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ference filmed for TV (Eisenhower)

1977 Snow falls in Miami, Florida.

This is the only time in the history of the city that snowfall has occurred. It also fell in the Bahamas.

1978 The last Volkswagen Beetle made in Germany leaves VW's plant in Emden. Beetle production in Latin America would continue until 2003

1981 Muhammad Ali talks a despondent 21-year-old out of committing suicide

1984 California Supreme Court rejects the request of quadriplegic Elizabeth Bouvia's to starve herself to death in a public hospital

2013 Calcium deposits are discovered on Mars by NASA's Curiosity Rover

learn more about American agriculture. As we travel to the expo, we will be visiting a variety of farms related to plant and animal production, we will be visiting many historical sites, and networking with other FFA chapters from Idaho and other areas of the United States.

This year students were given the opportunity to take a Plant Sciences and Greenhouse Management course in conjugation with the CSI Dual Credit program. In this class, we explore many areas of horticulture such as plant production, classification, anatomy, physiology, plant identification, soil science, and much more.

Students get hands-on learning opportunities in the greenhouse through planting, arranging, propagating, and watering. We plan to produce many different bedding plants, succulents, vegetables, and hanging baskets this spring.

Students will not only get high school credit but will also receive college credit through CSI. Those credits can be transferred to any accredited college.

Malad FFA will be hosting an "Ag Expo" for elementary school students to explore many areas of agriculture. This event is facilitated by the students themselves and is a hands-on experience for all students. We are reintroducing this event this spring with the help of the local extension office and soil and water conservation district making it bigger than before and inviting the community members to participate. We are still in the planning phase of this event but hope to have more information out by the end of February, the event will be in late April or early May.

We have also partnered with the Idaho Fish and Game to begin the "Trout in the Classroom" program. This program allows us to raise awareness about Idahos's aquatic resources by providing hands-

on learning for our students. We participated in the growth, observation, care, and release of the trout. We have a 30-gallon tank in the classroom where we will hatch 25 trout eggs. This program also provides students will the knowledge and skill to become educat-

Article contributed by Sawyer Fonnesbeck, Oneida County Extension Educator

I have lived in Idaho nearly my entire life and have spent most of that time around agriculture. Since I can remember, I have always been taught about how important water is to the agricultural industry.

Without rain and snow in Idaho we just do not have enough water for crops, for pastures and rangelands to grow necessary grasses for our livestock, or sufficient water available through springs or wells to provide drinking water to livestock and people alike.

During my time here in Malad (going on 18 months now), I have come to learn that water is perhaps even more important than other parts of Idaho. The Malad valley is completely self-sufficient as far as drinking and irrigation water is concerned. Other parts of the state can draw some water from the beautiful Snake River, but our valley does not have that luxury. The water that we use for crops, livestock, and human use must come in the form of rain or snow fall throughout the year.

As of Monday January 17, our snow water

equivalent (a measurement of the amount of snow that will turn into spring run-off and fill our reservoirs and canals) was at 165% of normal. This is great news particularly with the last few years being very concerning with our drought conditions. However, we can’t be planning for a wet year just yet. Last year we also saw good early winter snowfall, but then experienced a dry spell.

This time last year we were over 100% of normal, but then fell to only 72% of normal by the end of March 2022. So please keep your fingers crossed for

more snowfall in the mountains!

Water levels in our aquifer have also been reduced in recent years. The Idaho department of Water resources have some measurements from wells here in the valley indicating this reduction in water levels in wells. Due to this, a moratorium on irrigation wells was put into place in 2015 until further data could be collected to determine what can be done in the future. This data collection and measurements are ongoing which has resulted in that moratorium on drilling new

ed fishermen. Once the trout have grown to the desired size, the fish and game work with us to release them into the wild.

We have seen great growth in our FFA chapter and in our Agriculture education program. This year Malad FFA became an affiliated chap-

ter. This allows students enrolled in an ag class at Malad High school to be eligible for the benefits and opportunities from the FFA. Students are all enrolled as members of our chapter and encouraged to participate in developing skills in leadership, employability, and more. There is something in agriculture education and the FFA for EVERYONE!

For more information, and updates on FFA activities and classroom learning you can follow us on Facebook and Instagram: Malad FFA Chapter The Malad FFA Alumni and Supporters is a great way to get involved with our program. You can follow them on Facebook and Instagram: Malad FFA alumni and supporters.

holding some classes/ seminars on how to become more efficient with irrigation water. We are doing this in hopes that the information provided will help those in the agricultural industry better understand how to be more efficient in their water usage and how to hopefully save money in the process.

Plans are being made to provide a class in the spring to homeowners on how to be more efficient with watering lawns. Our first seminar will be on January 20, 2023 from 3-6 PM here at the fairgrounds. Topics to be covered

include: solar pumps, power incentives from Rocky Mountain Power, Management strategies for irrigation systems, grant/cost share opportunities, measuring deep wells, and how to use a water meter for your benefit.

We hope that you will make time in your schedule to come learn about these important topics. If you have any questions, please contact the Extension office at 208-766-2243 or email oneida@uidaho.edu.

irrigation wells being extended until November of 2025.

So, with water being such a valuable resource, how can we manage it properly?

The University of Idaho Extension office here in Malad plans on

MHS students visit the dairy at USU

FFA students visit the USU research greenhouse

Sawyer Fonnesbeck speaks at a recent Extension Office Class

Dragon wrestling had a big week on the mats with both the girls and boys team traveling to duals and tournaments to face off with tough contenders from around southeastern Idaho. Over their many, many matches, both teams demonstrated their grit, intensity and desire to compete, representing Malad Dragon Wrestling well.

The Lady Dragon wrestling team competed in the Madison Wrestling Tournament Saturday, January 14. Competing for Malad was Cambree Howe, Rylee Nielson, Dezirae Haven and Braylee Price. Haven and Price both wrestle five matches, making it a very tough, long tournament for the girls. And while it was tough, the girls also showed improvement with each match. Nielsen had three matches, dominating in two of those matches and just barely losing in the 3rd/4th place match. Howe had three matches as well, pinning two of her opponents in short time. In her final match, Howe went up against a wrestler she had previously grappled with. As the match went on, Howe was leading and then made it small but crucial mistake and found herself pinned.

The tournament ended with Howe taking home 2nd place, Neilson taking 3rd place, and both Haven and Price earning 5th place. At the conclusion of the tournament, Coach Kade Price shared, “All the girls showed significant improvement in their wrestling this weekend. They have been working hard on their technique and adding new moves to their arsenal, all of which showed today. We saw some things that we need to work on to help them improve for our next tournament in Aberdeen next weekend.”

The Dragons team began their week competing in a dual meet at Sugar Salem High School Thursday, January 12. Taking on the strong, 3A wrestling team, the MHS wrestlers worked the mats to pull out a victory, 55-30. The following day, MHS boys wrestling team traveled to compete in the Wendell Magic Valley TourThe two-day tourna

13 where at the end of the first day, the Dragons were leading in team points.

As the tournament went on, the Malad wrestling team went up against some of Idaho's best wrestlers from twenty four different schools. At the conclusion of the tournament, the Dragons proudly came in second place.

Brothers of Steel Idaway kicked off their 2023 wrestling season with the Marsh Valley tournament this Saturday. The Malad wrestling team, Brothers of Steel, had 12 wrestlers competing in the tournament. The Malad wrestlers ranged in ages from 5&6 year olds to middle school wrestlers. All of the kids wrestled well and started off the season looking great. The Brothers of Steel have started their club practices and are excited for the new wrestlers that have joined the team. The team will compete in the Idaway wrestling tournaments that are held all over the state.

Marsh Valley tournament results:

Kyler Blaisdell

7&8 56lbs Champion

Payson Price

7&8 61lbs Champion

Rustin Montgomery 9&10 95lbs Champion Zach Ward

5&6 45lbs 2nd place

Lily Blaisdell 5&6 40lbs 2nd place Carter Jones

7&8 64lbs 2nd place

Wade Clark

13-15 101lbs 3rd place Parker Price

7&8 49lbs 4th place

Dekker Davis

7&8 52lbs 4th place

Brecken Price

11&12 66lbs 4th place Cache Lake

7&8 54lbs 5th place

Malad's Drake Morrison competed in the Beehive Brawl held in Richfield, Utah over the weekend. The Beehive Brawl had over 1000 wrestlers from several states competing on Friday and Saturday. Morrison made his way to the finals match where he wrestled an extremely tough match against Sanderson wrestler Austin Ellis. The match went to triple overtime which is a "ride or die" situation. Morrison got the win in the ultimate tie breaker and won himself the championship belt and singlet.

Magic Valley tournament

The varsity Dragon wrestling team competed in the Magic Valley tournament in Wendell last weekend. The tournament hosted 24 teams with most 2a teams from the southeastern part of the state in attendance. The Malad wrestlers fought hard and earned themselves 2nd place as a team. Of the 15 Dragon wrestlers that wrestled 9 of them placed individually in the tournament. The Wendell tournament is an important tournament because it gives teams a chance to see how they are going to compete at the state tournament in February. Coach Morrison "All of our kids wrestled extremely well this weekend. They are putting in the work and it shows. We have a great group of kids led by seniors that are really great examples to the rest of the

younger kids and that helps a lot to keep a positive, successful team mentality."

Magic Valley Classic Results for Malad: 98

Porter Mills (12-3) placed 4th and scored 19.0 team points. 98

Jack Willie (20-6) placed 5th. 106

Jace Potter (16-11) placed 6th and scored 15.0 team points. 113

Tommy Angell (17-8) placed 5th and scored 20.0 team points. 120

Trevor Mills (17-8) placed 4th and scored 20.0 team points. 126

Zach Mills (14-3) placed 2nd and scored 26.0 team points. 126

Cael Seamons (9-8) place is unknown.

132

Sam Willie (13-9) place is unknown and scored 8.0 team

points. 138

Gabe Hooste (12-14) place is unknown and scored 5.5 team points. 145

Kole Willie (16-6) placed 3rd and scored 22.0 team points. 152

Ruxton Tubbs (14-8) placed 4th and scored 20.0 team points. 160

Hunter Wray (15-9) placed 4th and scored 22.0 team points. 170

Rydon Montgomery (8-6) place is unknown and scored 7.0 team points. 182

Blaiz Wright (17-9) place is unknown and scored 7.0 team points. 195

Caleb Mathews (10-13) place is unknown and scored 6.0 team points.

“I ate a burrito just before the game,” said Karly. “I overdid it with the hot sauce I added. The burrito caused my stomach to be a bit upset when I started the game.”

The burrito caused stomach gas to form in the belly of the star forward for the Eastside Embers. Just as she caught the ball from a teammate, she burped.

The burp caused a burst of flame to shoot out of her mouth, burning the basketball to a crisp.

“Karly took it well. She took a big breath and got right back in the game, shooting a three-pointer with a new ball moments later,” said coach Coalsworth.

“But from now on,” said Coalsworth, “our players will be sticking with orange slices and ice water before a game!”

The Brothers of Steel wrestling team at the Idawy Marsh Valley tournament

The Lady Dragons show off their medals at the Madison tournament

The Varsity Dragons with the 2nd place trophy

BLAZETON – Karly Kindling sparked surprise in the people watching last night’s basketball game between the Southside Scorchers and the Eastside Embers at Flaming Torch High School.

GIRLS BASKETBALL

With only two weeks left of the regular season, the Lady Dragons had a big week of conference games that will be a deciding factor in their post-season tournament play. At home they went up against the Soda Springs Cardinals Wednesday, January 11 and then on the road to okay West Side High school Friday, January 13.

There’s no denying that their first game against the Idaho’s State 2A second ranked Cardinals was going to be a challenge. Despite the hardship the Soda Springs girls basketball team has been facing over the last year, their team is as good as ever. The MHS girls basketball team knew Soda Springs would be a difficult team to play with their fast paced game, solid defense and strong offense and Wednesday’s game only proved how right they were. The Lady Dragons stuck to their game, as challenging as it was, but in the end, fell to the Cardinals, 19-57.

Commenting on the game, Coach Trevor Jones said, “Hats off to Soda. They have a great team and program. They are the team everyone is chasing this year. And it’s good for the girls to see that caliber of teams out there so we have something to keep reaching for.”

As the Lady Dragons traveled to West Side to play against the Pirates for their second conference matchup, they were ready to shake off

the hard loss earlier that week. Recalling their previous game against the Pirates, the Lady Dragons played a close game all four quarters and managed to pull out the win just as the game wound down. Their second bout with the Pirates was anything but the same.

Malad won the tip off, attacking the basket from the start but West Side brought an aggressive defense that harassed the ball just as they crossed the half court, making it difficult for the offense to settle into a rhythm. The Lady Dragons patiently worked the ball around, finding chances for a shot, but unfortunately the ball just wouldn’t fall. As the clock neared five minutes left in the first quarter, a West Side defender over anticipated the pass Riglee Peterson threw to Oaklie Hebdon. Hebdon took a few short dribbles to the outside, drawing the defense to her and then quickly passed back to the open Peterson to finally put points on the scoreboard for Malad. West Side wouldn’t answer with their own scoring for another two minutes.

Although the scoring was slow to begin, the Lady Dragons finally found that sweet spot as the first quarter began winding down. Passing the ball around the perimeter, Malad patiently wore the Pirate defense down. Izzy Haycock had the ball at the top of the arc and passed the ball beyond the defender to connect

CHEERLEADING

The Malad High School Cheerleaders have had a busy month attending Competitions.

On December 10 they competed at the Blackfoot Showdown receiving 1st Place in the 2A Division with their Sideline and Pom routines and then on Saturday January 14th they attended Cupids Challenge at Highland High School where they competed against 8 other 2A Schools they will see at State this year.

It was a tough competition, everyone was equally matched in the 2A Division. Malad Cheerleaders were able to bring home 3rd Place with their Co-Ed Show Routine, Sideline and Pom.

We have a young team this year consisting of 7 Seniors Graycee Goddard, Becca Ward, Journie Tovey, Kaysha Beck, Rylie Walton, Kayanna Kunz and Jaecee Jeppesen. 4 Sophomore’s Anistyn Tovey, Brylee Barnes, Brady Showell and Kala Layton. 9 Freshmen Emery Thomas, Aly Wright, Jaylee Ekstrom, Taylor Cowdin, Evvie Williams, Bella Bowen, James Bass, Rebecca McCracken and Destiny Brees. They have worked so hard this year and grown so much. We have a few kinks to fix to make our routines better then we are back competing in Preston this Friday at the Battle at the Border and will

with Hedbon just outside the arc. Shooting just after catching the ball, Hebdon nailed the three point shot.

On the next Dragon possession, the Haycock-Hebdon pair did again, this time from the deep corner for another three points. The duo had one more in them before the quarter ended, this time with the assist from Hebdon and Haycock hitting the three.

The Lady Dragons kept the momentum rolling as they stepped back on the court for the second quarter. Sheridan Brown got the ball from Hebdon near the block and took a single dribble to the basket before laying it up off the glass to bank it in for Malad. Hallie Horlsey hit the jump shot after popping out just beyond the key for Brynnlee Jones to connect with. Haycock kept the ball in play for the Dragons when she struggled the loose ball away from the Pirate defense after a long bounce off the rim. She then found an open Jones who passed in on down to Hebdon in the corner for another three point shot.

Malad was on fire and not about to be slowed down. Jones added another shot from behind the arc, followed by Hebdon’s fourth of the night and another by Haycock. Horsley added four more points, bringing the final score of the half, MHS 34WSHS16.

West Side came out in the third quarter desperate to stop the Malad

run. They stepped up their defense in a big way, keeping Malad to only four points for the quarter. The Pirates stepped up their offense as well, bringing their score up by 12, ending the third quarter with Malad 38, West Side 28.

The two teams continued to battle it out on the court through the fourth quarter. Neither team was letting up, forcing quick shots and turnovers, but also making crucial free throws and converting on fast breaks. The Lady Dragons managed to keep their lead over the Pirates, never letting them narrow the gap more than 10 points, winning with the score 50-40.

“Basketball can be a roller coaster and this week was that for sure!” share Coach

Vs. Soda Springs 19-57

Vs. West Side 50-40

MHS vs WSHS PTS REB AST STL BLK

2 1 0 0 0

Kiley Miller

Oaklie Hebdon 21 2 4 3 1

Beth McClain

0 0 0 0 0

Brynnlee Jones 5 2 1 1 4

Izzy Hayock 11 6 7 2 0

Mikell Keetch 0 0 0 0 0

Hallie Horlsey 7 15 0 0 1

Preslie Bennet 0 0 0 0 0

Sheridan Brown 2 6 1 0 0

Riglee Peterson 2 2 0 2 0

Olivia Nelson 0 5 1 0 2

Jones. “We learned a tough lesson Wednesday but I’m so proud of how our girls responded- to step up and overcome adversity two days later.

“We came out firing and the result was pretty entertaining! We hit nine 3-pointers and went on a 32-12 run

before halftime. Those moments are pretty special,” continued Coach Jones. “It’s amazing to see them accomplish what you know they are capable of. That was a huge win to put us in a favorable spot for one of the top two seeds for the district tournament.”

face all the Teams we will compete against at Districts the next week.

It’s going to be tough and these kids are going to have to work really hard these next two weeks. Every Team in our Districts are all pretty equally matched and only 2 Teams will advance from our Districts. We have also had some great help this year from Alumni Cheerleaders Sammy Jensen, Abby Goddard and Bailey Waite with Stunting, cleaning Routines and teaching our Pom Routine. The Cheerleaders are Coached by Jennifer Hill and Assistant Coach Monica Tovey.

Oaklie Hebdon driving across the arc

Sheridan Brown up for two free throws after a rebounding foul

Getting off a shot against Soda Springs

Pictured Team Manager Cecilia Clemente, Coach Jennifer Hill, Kaysha Beck, Rylie Walton, Graycee Goddard, Becca Ward, Jaecee Jeppesen, Kayanna Kunz, Sammy Jensen, Abby Goddard, James Lavell Bass, Kala Layton, Destiny Brees, Bella Bowen, Emery Thomas, Journie Tovey, Rebecca McCracken, Taylor Cowdin, Aly Wright, Jaylee Ekstrom, Evvie Williams, Brylee Barnes, Anisty Tovey, Brady Showell and Coach Monica Tovey.

Leading up to the weeks’ games, Coach Zach Beutler told his Dragon basketball team, “There’s a difference between working hard and competing. Competing goes beyond hard work. It’s working with a desire and purpose.” This thought played an important role in the boys’ attitudes as they faced conference opponents over the week.

First, the Malad basketball team hosted the West Side Pirates in their first game of the season. Defense dominated the game as it began, both teams waiting and working for scoring opportunities. Malad found its first chance to put points on the scoreboard when Braylin Tripp worked a bounce pass into Ryan Hubbard on the block.

Hubbard took one dribble and then went up to bank the ball in, getting fouled on the shot to make it a three point play for Malad. The Dragon offense worked its way to take a small lead over the Pirates until they tied it up at 11 points with 53 seconds left in the first quarter.

The Pirates slowly worked to take and grow

their lead over Malad as the second quarter progressed. Try as they might, the Dragons struggled to get their shots to fall despite opportunities at their hoop. Despite the offensive challenges they were facing, the team played with high intensity and energy, staying in the game with their aggressive defense. Going into half time, the Dragons trailed, 15-22.

Unfortunately, the third quarter began where the second quarter ended- Malad struggling to connect with the basket while West Side widening the gap. Even as it seemed that the Pirates would run away with the game, Malad dug deep to swing the momentum in their favor to not only stop the West Side offense but to also gain significant ground on their 15 point lead.

With two and a half minutes left in the third quarter, the Dragons inbounded the ball after West Side scored off of two more free throws. In an attempt to beat the Pirate defense from setting up into their full court press, Malad quickly worked the ball down the court. Zack Richard-

son crossed into Dragon territory and saw Baylor Bean open on the corner of the key and sent the ball in. Bean took a jab down the lane before crossing over and taking a dribble toward the free throw line where he took a quick jump shot for two points.

The Pirates began bringing the ball down the court when the Malad defense made a big stop, anticipating the oncoming pass to steal the ball and return to their end of the floor. West Side managed to knock the ball out of bounds as they caught up to Dragons. Set to inbound the ball from under the hoop, Richardson wound his way around the key, getting open just outside the arc. Tripp found his open teammate, passing the ball in over the defense when Richardson put up the shot to sink a three pointer for Malad.

Feeling the surge of energy, the Dragons went on to stop another scoring attempt by West Side. Back under their own hoop, Tripp went in for the shot, missing but sent to the free throw line where he put two in to cut the Pirate lead in half. Hubbard came in with a crucial defensive rebound to take away

any second chances on the next West Side possession. Austin Jacobsen did the same at the other end of the court, snagging the next rebound for the Dragons and getting fouled as he went up for a put back. From the free throw line, Jacobson dropped both shots in. Tripp ended the quarter by adding one more point to their unanswered 10 point gain on the Pirates.

The Dragons didn’t let up as the fourth quarter began, frustrating the West Side offense all the while besting their defense. Jaden Ward brought the score to within three points with a fast break ending in a layup over the Pirate defense.

Both teams were becoming even more intense and aggressive as they competed for the ball up and down the court. Such aggres-

siveness translated into bonus shots at the free throw line as the time wore on. Recognizing that the Pirates were scoring very few of these free throws, Coach Beutler instructed his team to foul, hoping that this would give his players more opportunities to rebound or steal the ball to convert into scoring opportunities.

Despite their most earnest efforts, Malad just couldn’t get their shots to fall as they executed their offense. West Side managed to make their final few free throws to increase their lead and secure their win, Dragons falling 36-45.

When discussing the game, Coach Beutler shared, “It was a much closer game than the final score showed. Had we not tried fouling them, we probably would have ended only about 5 points behind.” Over the last quarter, the Pirates had only one scoring op-

portunity outside of their free throw shots, proving how the Malad defense really stepped up to keep West Side from adding to the scoreboard.

Having a solid defense has been a high priority for Coach Beutler and his team. With such athleticism and length, Malad’s coach has worked to build a strong man to man defense that specializes not only in aggressive individual player assignments but also in help defense as well. “Every player has his assignment and on top of that, he has an assignment to have someone’s back.” This style of defense has led to big stops, protecting the lane from opponents driving in and keeping screens from being useful.

It will be an exciting season as the Dragon team continues to refine their defense and find scoring opportunities as they execute their offense, coupled with their desire to compete.

Baylor Bean fighting for possession

Baylor Bean shooting from the corner

Braylin Tripp working to get past the West Side defense

Jaden Ward sinking his freethrows against West Side

Zack Richardson shooting for the arc