The Idaho Enterprise | February 9, 2023

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VALENTINE’S SWEETHEARTS 2023

Marv and Sondra

Ekstrom

Who said high school relationships never last? These two are a great example of how love can last when you marry your best friend.

Marv and Sondra went to the same schools but were never more than just acquaintances. It wasn’t until a couple of mutual friends got them together that a friendship started and quickly turned into a relationship.

Sondra was at the Halloween carnival with her friend and afterward was going to hang out for a while. They ended up with her friend's younger brother who happened to be with Marv that night. The group ended up spending some time together and basically after that first meeting, Marv and Sondra spent all their time together. Who knew Halloween time could be so romantic!

They were married on June 21, 1980, at a small ceremony held at Sondra’s childhood home in Arbon Valley. It has now been almost 43 years of marriage and this couple is still as fun, crazy, and loving as they ever were.

Soon after their marriage, the couple moved to Phoenix, Arizona for a year while Marv went to school. After he completed his program, the couple moved back to their hometown. In 1981 Marv started working for his dad at Albert’s Service and has dedicated countless

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Ken and Kristy Eliason

It may seem like a simple love story, but nonetheless, Ken and Kristy Eliason’s story is one that has lasted for nearly 40 years. After building a life filled with five sons, welcoming five daughters-in-law, chasing dreams on and off their cattle ranch, and enjoying the crowning glory of grandparenthood, that love story has proven to pass the test of life. In this day and age, maybe such a love story isn’t so simple after all.

Ken and Kristy first met at an adult church singles activity near Logan, Utah. At the time, Ken, finished with his mission and college experience, lived in Holbrook working on his family ranch while Kristy lived in Bothwell, Utah and had just finished her junior year of high school. At seventeen, Kristy really wasn’t old enough to attend the singles activities, but went anyway to tag along with her older sister. It was at the dance near Beaver Dam where the Idaho cowboy first caught her eye.

After seeing each other at just a few activities, Ken plucked up the courage to ask Kristy to join him for a first date. Not having Kristy’s number, he worked through friends to learn her sister’s number to finally get a hold of her. That first date must have gone well because after that day the two began dating, spending nearly every weekend together.

Kristy tells the story that after months of dating, she was asked to prom by someone that wasn’t Ken. Since they had never talked about dating exclusively, Kristy accepted the invitation, informing Ken that she would be busy on prom night. There must have been something about Kristy going out with another man that spurred Ken into action to move things along, because it wasn’t long before he pushed their relationship to the next stage.

Not long after her 18th birthday and just weeks before graduating high school, Ken surprisingly proposed to Kristy. After hearing the story so many times, their children recall, “Mom said dad’s proposal was kind of an accident. They were sitting in the old red 6.2 in front of mom’s house when all of the sudden he said something like ‘Well, I guess, do you want to get married?’” Ken explains that the proposal had been on his mind and really hadn’t intended to ask her that night but the conversation had turned that way so he just threw caution to the wind and asked.

And nearly as quickly as he had asked her to marry him, he tagged on, “And we will live in Holbrook, of course.” Not a question, but a direct and simple statement. Kristy laughs when she thinks back, how he put it all out there, his loving ultimatum of a proposal.

While Kristy happily accepted his offer of marriage and the condition of living on the family ranch, there was one important step that the pair felt had to be done right away, and that was for Ken to ask Jim Anderson, Kristy’s father, for his blessing. Looking back, Kristy says she doesn’t remember ever seeing Ken so nervous. The couple had always enjoyed Ken and thought that he was a good match for their daughter, but there was something about the official ask that left Ken anxious.

No parent can deny that a proposal so young, even before graduating high school, to a man nearly six years older than their daughter, with the intentions to live in the middle of nowhere, with a livelihood that was physically demanding and historically offered little pay might cause some concern. But not

KEN AND KRISTY ELIASON

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Thousands dead after earthquake in Turkey

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck near the border of Turkey and Syria over the weekend, killing an estimated 2,300 people as of the most recently available figures. Hundreds more are assumed to be trapped in rubble across the affected areas. The numbers are expected to rise considerably as the rescue efforts continue. The area has been struck by a number of large earthquakes over the years, including a massive quake in 1999 that resulted in 18,000 deaths. Thousands of buildings collapsed over a nearly 200-mile area.

Chinese spy balloon raises new international stakes

The unfolding drama of Chinese spy balloons has created increased tensions with China, who claims that the U.S. “overreacted” to their presence in U.S. airspace. After taking heat for not reacting sooner, the Biden administration ordered one balloon shot down over the weekend, after it had cleared areas which may have created potentially dangerous wreckage in inhabited areas. It has since been revealed by the Pentagon that such balloons were observed during the Trump administration as well. Investigation of the balloon’s remains is ongoing, to determine what exactly they had been collecting.

AMC begins charging more for better seats

Good news for those who prefer to sit closer to the screen, but bad news for everyone else. AMC, one of the largest U.S. movie theatre chains recently announced new pricing models for its theatres. “Preferred” tier seats will cost more and occupy the middle seats of the theatre, while rear and side seating will fall into the “Standard” tier. “Value” seats will be reduced cost, and include the rows closest to the screen. This new system will only be in effect for showings after 4 p.m.

Several WMAs closed for the winter

Several Wildlife Management Areas in the southeast Idaho region will be closed until further notice to protect big game animals from the stress of winter feeding and sheltering conditions. The areas in question include the Portneuf, Georgetown, and Montpelier WMAs in Southeast Idaho, and the Tex Creek and Market Lake areas in the Upper Snake Region. The move is designed to allow big game animals reduced stress to conserve energy in order to thrive until the breeding season begins in the spring.

Six more weeks of winter predicted

Whether the estimate is exact or not, both Punxsutawney Phil and the National Weather Service see at least several more weeks of very wintery temperatures. Statistically, the famous groundhog’s shadow is roughly a coin flip’s percentage reliable in terms of long-term weather forecasting. However, advanced computer modeling does tend to support the call this time, with most experts explaining that the trends throughout the season so far lead them to believe that the in many cases historically low temperatures will continue at least through February.

Marv and Sondra

hours to his career since then.

They have three children. Jamie (Wade), Brandon (Heather) and Marlee (Randy). All three kids have made their homes in Malad just like their parents. They have nine grandchildren that they spoil rotten on a regular basis, Cambrie (Haden), Colter, Jaylee, Emree, Trinity, Kyler, Millie, Hattie, and Easton. Grammie Sondra and Grandpa Marv are simply the best in their eyes!

Marv and Sondra have always found fun things to do together. Riding in Marv’s dune buggy back in the day, to snowmobiles, Rzrs, camping, and road trips. They have passed the love of the outdoors and fun toys onto their kids and now their grandchildren as well. The entire family loves to spend time in the mountains together or at “Grammie’s Farm” in Arbon.

Marriage is sharing life with your best friend, enjoying the journey along the way and arriving at every destination together.

Marv and Sondra have done just that. They are best friends on this crazy journey of life, being

there for each other with whatever comes their way and enjoying each other’s company every day.

Lots of love to this sweetheart couple! Happy Valentine’s Day!

Ken and Kristy Eliason

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for Kristy’s parents.

Donna, Kristy’s mother shared, “I didn’t really have an opinion about her getting married so young because, honestly, I was 18 myself when we got married and Jim is several years older than me. I couldn’t very well be upset with her doing the exact thing I had done.”

As most of her classmates were making plans for college and careers, Kristy began planning her wedding and had no regrets about the different path she was taking. A star student, Kristy had been offered a full ride scholarship to Utah State University, something she turned down without reservation and without ever telling Ken until after they were married. With a sly grin on his face, her youngest son, Eric, has said, “We still don’t like her turning down the scholarship. None of us could have ever afforded to go to USU.”

They quickly went to work fixing up Ken’s Grandpa Chester’s old home that was sitting empty on the ranch. With their fall wedding coming up quickly, the little house would soon enough become the home of the new Eliason family.

On the morning of September 13, 1984, Ken woke up early, put on his best suit, and began the hour drive south to pick up Kristy to take her to the Logan Temple. There they were sealed for time and all eternity with close friends and fami-

ly there to join in their happy celebration. At the conclusion of the festivities, the young couple took off on a honeymoon tour of Yellowstone Park, Jackson Hole and Island Park before settling into married life on the ranch.

Ken and Kristy were excited for the prospect of beginning their family, something that was a part of both of their dreams. Their first son, Brayden was born December 21, 1985.

Kristy said his delivery sure brought a bright spot to the shortest day of the year. Just over two years later, their second son, Clayton, was born, followed by Nathan and then Quinn.

Kristy convinced Ken that there was one last baby waiting to come to their family and in October of 1996, Eric was born.

With five strapping young boys, Ken and Kristy were often asked if they were sad they never had a daughter.

Kristy has always answered, “I love being a mom to these boys!”

And nothing could be more true. Whether it was celebrating their first bunny hunt, laughing when they practiced roping by tying

the dog up, having to take off bedroom doors as a form of discipline, teaching them to write their name on the sidewalk with chalk, or spending time in the kitchen teaching them to bake zucchini bread, family life was happy for Ken and Kristy. While it was always happy, it wasn’t always easy. With five busy, active boys, they had their fair share of hardship as well. Nowadays, when the boys sit around the table, they often recount who had the most surgeries, the most stitches or the most days spent in the hospital. From achilles tendon surgeries to broken arms to swallowed nails to tonsils taken out to stitches after going through the barbed wire fence, the Eliason family may as well have their own hospital room dedicated to them.

The family loved finding adventure, whether it was through daily life on the ranch or when they packed up the camping trailer to head to the mountains. The family enjoyed summer camping trips, a visit to Disneyland and a trip across the midwest to visit Ken’s parents, Don and Carol Eliason, as they served

as missionaries in historic Nauvoo.

Spending time together as a family and making memories has always been a priority for Ken and Kristy, something that has always kept them close together. As the boys graduated and left home, their travel adventures are still a fun and exciting part of their year. The couple has traveled across the country in their “pleasure van” affectionately named ‘Blue Moo’. They have enjoyed staying in a Wigwam as they explored desert life and never felt the need to have kids along to enjoy Disney World.

Through all the years, Ken and Kristy have been nothing if not committed to each other. They have served together and apart in various responsibilities in their community and local church, both helping the other to give their very best. As one has had a new dream or idea, the other has been there to help make

it happen. Kristy has spent countless hours in the grandstands watching Ken at his various roping events.

When Ken was ready to run for County Commissioner, Kristy never wavered in her support. As Kristy became interested in expanding her catering business to include food trucks, Ken was ready and willing to hook up the truck. It might not have been his thing, but supporting his wife was definitely his thing.

While they may be celebrating 39 years of marriage this year, their love story is still unfolding. Each chapter, filled with challenges, excitement, sadness, love and thrilling adventures, albeit maybe with a few more naps and doctor visits as they grow older. Their commitment and dedication to building a life together is as timeless as any fairytale. Because they really have lived, happily ever after.

The happy couple enjoying winter on their snowmobile.

Marv and Sondra with their kids Jamie, Marlee, and Brandon.

Marv and Sondra enjoying time together on one of their many RZR rides.

Marv and Sondra's grandkids. Back row; left to right, Jaylee, Emree, Cambrie, Haden, Trinity, Colter. Front row; left to right, Hattie, Millie, Easton, Kyler.

Generations of the Eliason family gathered recently

Ken, Kristy, and Brayden Eliason with Don and Carol Eliason as they were honored as the Oneida County Farm Bureau family of the year

Kristy and Ken on their wedding day

Focus on School Bond Election: What about an auditorium?

One of the major questions that has arisen in regard to building a new elementary school is about the proposed new school not including an auditorium. What would the school and community do without an auditorium? Why can’t the new school include an auditorium? Or, better yet, include an auditorium and a field house?

Multipurpose Room

For the elementary school, the planned multipurpose room would afford the space needed for indoor play space, sports practices and games, music programs and other all-school events. The multipurpose room would have a full-size gym with bleachers to seat 400 on one side. Movable chairs can be set up on the floor to expand seating capacity, when needed.

Malad Elementary School has a long, honored tradition of excellent music programs.

From Mae Williams, who was the first music specialist when the current school was brand new, to Karen Willie to Helen Ward to Carissa Hess to Christine Smith, the music specialists have organized exceptional all-community programs for Veterans’ Day, Christmas, Grandparents’ Day, and other holidays and special events. The new school would have a music room off the multipurpose room and a lot of storage room for pianos,

smaller instruments, music books and equipment. The solid wall (not merely a curtain) between the music room and the open multipurpose room will be movable so that the raised music room can become a stage for performances.

Many other school events were traditionally held in the school auditorium, although many fewer now that the high school and middle school are no longer adjacent the elementary school. High school and junior high graduations, school plays and concerts were once held in the auditorium but have been moved to the gyms at the high school and middle school.

Community events, including political rallies and emergency meetings about wildfires, storms, and floods, have been held in the auditorium. The library, firehouse, and Event Center now can be used for those meetings. Miss Malad/ Junior Miss/Distinguished Young Women pageants have been held in the auditorium; organizers will have time to determine other venues, at least temporarily.

The proposed bond includes some funding for the design phase of a new auditorium. At this time, no decisions have been made about the location of a new auditorium and whether a field house will be included with the auditorium or as

a separate building.

Bonding Capacity

Limit

The answer to the question of why funding for an auditorium is not included in the proposed bond is simple: the limit on Oneida School District’s bonding capacity does not allow for enough money for an auditorium.

The District’s bonding capacity of less than $30,000,000 is set by the State, based on several factors related to economic conditions of the District. The estimated cost of the new school ($25 million) plus the costs of demolition of the old school and the old high school ($2 million) leaves only $2 million in bonding capacity. Although cost estimates for a fully functional auditorium have not been made due to the fact that a design has not yet been submitted for consideration, the cost of an auditorium and/or field house, based on similar projects in the region, would be significantly more than $2 million.

However, because the proposed bond would be paid off in three years under the district’s proposed payment schedule, the District’s bonding capacity would return as payments on the bond are made. According to Superintendent Jon Abrams, the design phase for a new auditorium/field house would begin almost im-

MALAD CITY NEWSLETTER

February 2023

If you made it through the snows and cold of January, can you make it one more month?

Usually the snows of January and February give way to more mild weather in March.

However, Mother Nature has been quite unpredictable lately, and it is hard to tell what she has in store for us! Everyone I talk to seems to be tired of the snow, but they quickly sayhow thankful they are for the moisture we have received.

The City is looking forward to a new year of projects! In the last city council meeting, the mayor and council set new goals. Some of these goals will be long term. Following is a list:

• We are looking forward this year to completing the new Wastewater Plant.

• Complete codification of city ordinances

• Continue upgrading the water system, which includes studies with DEQ of the water and wastewater systems and implementing a new metering system

• Removing the old paint, repairing the outside wood features and repainting the Co-op

• New playground equipment at Malad City Park

• New pickleball courts at Malad City Park

• Finish the horseshoe pits by planting grass and providing water

• A roof over the stage and new siding on the restroom building at the Malad City cemetery

• City recreation building and fieldhouse

• New lights for North Main, protection for those lights, repaving the business district

and repairing the under ground water system

• Laser level City Park’s baseball area and run sprinkler lines

• Uncover at least a quarter of the city’s manholes, camera, and raise them to street lev el

• Certify employees for water and wastewater and for programs provided through LHTAC (Road Scholar and Road Master)

These goals will be added to as needed during the year as grants and other helps become available. This is a long list, that will probably take the city several years to complete.

However, we have found it beneficial to make goals and continually work towards completing them.

mediately after the bond is passed and that new facility (or facilities) could become a reality within a very few years.

Ball Diamonds

The other $2,000,000 included in the $29,000,000 bond proposal would be used to build new baseball and softball diamonds at the high school. Instead of having to depend on City-owned ball diamonds, which can result in scheduling problems and the inability of Malad High School sometimes to host tournaments, the new diamonds would assist the high school in sustaining its excellent baseball and softball traditions.

The new diamonds would be located directly south of Malad High School in what is now a

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vacant field. The school district already owns that property. Parking lots would be included near the diamonds. There is room for additional ball fields in the future, if needed.

In order to build Oneida School District’s reputation for excellence in academics, music, and sports for years into the future, 2/3 of the voters would have to approve the proposed bond. The election will be on Tuesday, March 14, at the Event Center. Polls will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Early voting will take place at the Recorder’s Office at the Courthouse from February 27 – March 10. Ballots

will be mailed to Pre cincts 5 and 6 (Holbrook and Stone) and must be received no later than March 14.

For more information, see www.oneidaschooldistrict.com or contact Superintendent Abrams at 208-534-6080, ext. 412. The school district is clear to remind voters that a YES vote will not increase property taxes and a NO vote will not decrease property taxes. The bond itself is primarily an assertion by Oneida County voters that they accept the state’s added contribution to the funding of the school, without which the project would not be feasible.

SCHOOL BOND ELECTION

for New Elementary School

March 14, 2023, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Event Center at Fairgrounds (Absentee ballots available at County Clerk’s o ce.)

A bond must be passed so that Oneida School District qualifies for its share of funding from the State of Idaho under the State Bond Equalization program.

The impact of the bond per $100,000 of taxable assessed property value will be $0.00.

A “YES” VOTE WILL NOT INCREASE TAXES.

A “NO” VOTE WILL NOT DECREASE TAXES

For more information, see www.oneidaschooldistrict.com or call 208-534-6080 ext. 412 to set up a meeting with Jon Abrams, Superintendent.

100 YEARS of the Lions Club

By Thayne Barker, past Lions Club President

The Malad Lions Club, the oldest Lions Club in Idaho, was chartered in 1923. On April 27, there will be an event held to celebrate this great achievement, which will have leaders and officers from surrounding clubs and the Lions International attending. There will be further information about the event in the near future, and additional articles about what the Lions have done and provided for the community

We hope to see a large turnout for this event. We would like to mention in this article some of the activities and projects the Lions were either responsible for or helped in getting accomplished for the City of Malad over the last hundred years. These are just a few of the many activities done by the Club.

WEDDING

With the growth of the community and the smaller numbers of Club members, we felt that it was also a good time to remind and inform the public about what the Lions have provided for the citizens, who are still utilizing benefits from the efforts made by the Lions. Many of the projects that were originally undertaken by the Lions Club are still important icons of the landscape of Malad City, which help make the city what it is today and has been for generations.

For the first few years, the Club spent its resources helping out Boy Scout Troops and their activities. Starting in 1930, the Club began to take on major projects across town.

A selection of prominent Lions Club projects in the city:

• 1930 Promoted the installation of a new water system for the city

Kali and Noah Walton

Jason and Dusti Miller joyfully announce the marriage of their daughter, Kali Miller to Noah Walton, son of Ryan and Natalie Walton.

Kali and Noah were married on Friday February 3, 2023 in an outdoor ceremony at Bloomington Lake, Idaho.

A reception will be held Saturday, February 11, 2023 from 6 to 8 p.m. at 20 S. 100 W. Malad Idaho.

Kali and Noah plan to make their home in Malad.

The couple is registered on Amazon and at Thomas Electric.

• 1937 Sponsored an ice-skating rink and help sponsor construction of a new county hospital

• 1950 The first of 27 years that the club conducted the Miss Malad Contest. The first winner was Florence Ipsen. The last winner was Jill Ward

• 1958 The club installed more modern and permanent street signs, ($3,000 activity)

• 1960 Fundraising started to get a swimming pool constructed in Malad

• 1962 Construction began on the swimming pool

• 1963 The swimming pool opened to the public in July This project won the most coveted Ralph Garrett Memorial Award for developing the most worthy project for community betterment.

Co-sponsored the Little League program and constructed dugouts at the field along

with Bleachers and a backstop

• 1967 Built public restrooms at the city park

• 1976 Construction of the picnic pavilion at the city park

• 1980 Furnished labor to build pavilion at LDS Stake Park

• 1982 USAF T-33 airplane installed at city park

• 1990 The Christy Minstrel singing group was presented by the club Clyde Bowen’s granddaughters participated

• 1992 Donated money to Senior Center to ensure the remodeling project could be completed

• 1994 Completed landscaping at the new Nursing Home wing

• 1996 Completed laying the sprinkler system for the hospital

• 1999 Framed and poured concrete foundation for Idaho Governor John Evans monument

• 2007 Assisted with

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two Eagle Scout Projects at Pioneer Park and Elementary School

• 2010 Provided labor to build the food booth at the city baseball fields

• 2021 Painted two buildings at the city walking park

Throughout the last few years have at times made dollar donations the Iron Door Playhouse and Senior Center

• 2022 Installed the sprinkler system in the city park (14,000 feet of pipe)

• 2023 Installed new seats at the Iron Door Playhouse

One of the main areas Lions have been involved with has been helping out with eyesight through the Sight Foundation, one of the largest fund raisers for this was to help the Price twins get surgery to correct their eye sight. The community stepped forward and through donations and the sight foundation,

Johnathan Justin Nieffenegger P.O. Box 78 Malad, Idaho 83252 208-766-3673 jebbadiah3535@gmail.com

this was made possible. We sponsor assistance with sight and hearing as part of our ongoing programs.

We collect old glasses, and if you have any and would like to donate, you can drop them off at the hospital clinic or the senior center. The Lions Club has bought many people new glasses throughout the years.

The Lions Club for a lot of years did a noon barbecue on July 4 as a fund raiser, I’m sure a lot of you still remember the great tasting meat that Foster Ipsen barbecued for this event.

The next article will be based on what the Lions Club have sponsored and or been involved in for the county. The next article will focus on the activities the Lions Club has done to assist Malad schools.

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

IN RE: Johnathan Justin Nieffenegger Case No. CV36-23-0006

NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE (Adult or Emancipated Minor)

A Petition to change the name of Johnathan Justin Nieffenegger, now residing in the City of Malad, State of Idaho, has been filed in the District Court in Oneida County, Idaho.

Kali and Noah Walton

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The name will change to Johnathan Justin Evans. The reason for the change in name is: Mom's last name and grandpa helped raise me.

A hearing on the petition is scheduled for 1:30 o'clock p.m. on March 16, 2023, at the Oneida County Courthouse. Objections may be filed by any person who can show the court good reason against the name change.

Date: January 19, 2023

CLERK OF THE DISTRICT COURT Diane Skidmore #5474-1-26-2-2-9-16-23-T4

BIRTHDAYS

Leland Hess, Feb. 10

Steven Stayner, Feb. 10

Kenneth Stoddard, Feb. 10

Janie Bright, Feb. 11

Heather Christensen, Feb. 11

Dylan Estep, Feb. 11

Hailee Hanks, Feb. 11

Ty Kleeb, Feb. 11

Brooklyn Coburn, Feb. 12

Bernice Frederick, Feb. 12

Ryan Gilgen, Feb. 12

Cory Thomas, Feb. 12

Irene Alder, Feb. 13

Elaine Bohn, Feb. 13

Sid Clark, Feb. 13

Chloe Deschamps, Feb. 13

Edward Williams, Feb. 13

Helen Anderson, Feb. 14

Cindy Nalder, Feb. 14

John Peterson, Feb. 14

Josh Rindlisbacher, Feb. 14

Jeffrey Hansen, Feb. 15

Kirk Hess, Feb. 15

Keven Price, Feb. 15

Erica VanBebber, Feb. 15

Eric Crowther, Feb. 16

John Halladay, Feb. 16

Kacey Hill, Feb. 16

Kathryn Thomas, Feb. 16

The original Malad City Park Picnic Pavillion was created by the Lions Club, and has since been added to by the city.

The LaGrande Aqua Plunge, still a summer centerpiece of life in town, was a Lions project.

COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING MEETING 2/1

The Planning and Zoning Commission met for its regularly scheduled meeting Wednesday, February 1.

After reviewing and approving the minutes from the January 4 meeting as well as the public hearing that proceded it, the commission moved onto its agenda items. The commission nominated Aysha Maddox as Vice Chair for the upcoming term. She was elected to the position by unanimous assent.

Building Permits

One commercial permit was approved for a hangar at the airport. The setbacks for the structure were approved with the airport overlay map dimensions in place, rather than agricultural. An overlay is a specific set of guidelines that are placed over an existing zone in order to account for specific tax or regulatory districts.

The commission then discussed the need to examine the overlay map for the airport district. The overlay affects the heights of buildings with its borders, as well as other building specifics that can affect air traffic. Chairman Josh Paskett questioned whether there was any potential reason to expand the existing overlay. Engineer Stephen Freiburger suggested that any structures which already existed

within an expanded overlay that exceeded the height restrictions would be grandfathered in as a “non-conforming use”. If any such building wished to expand, however, it would be required to apply for a conditional use permit. There are not currently any buildings within the overlay zone that exceed state requirements for height inside an airport district, as far as the commission was aware. Formalizing an airport overlay zone will require a full process of notification and hearing. The commission moved to instruct Parker Venable to consult with the airport board about the overlay before next moth’s commission meeting and report back.

Notification Letter

The commission next discussed the proposed letter to notify property owners. The letter concerns regulations related to new home construction, with regard to inspections, temporary housing on the property in the form of trailers, RVs, and the like. Temporary housing is only permitted for a certain amount of time during the active construction of a residence by the property owner on the same property the residence will occupy. The need to add a specific enumeration of the penalties for violating

wastewater or habitation regulations was stressed.

A motion to add several of the commission’s suggestion for the letter to a revised draft for passage at the next meeting was passed.

Changes to Development Code

The Board of County Commissioners had previously decided to discuss some elements of the development code at their next meeting, with a representative of the Planning and Zoning Commission present. The Board of County Commissioners had discussed several of the proposed changes. One of these changes was a clearer definition of “accessory dwelling unit”. The potential for the term’s application to create unpredictable outcomes was raised by Cody Brower.

“Accessory dwelling units” is a phrase that essentially refers to habitable buildings on the site of an existing property, which are not the primary residence of the property owners. This would include such structures as guest houses, “mother-inlaw houses” and similar buildings which are not proposed to be permanently inhabited. However, the code at present does not stipulate anything about the proximity of these dwellings to the primary dwelling in order

to qualify for the designation, its connection to the well on the property, its size, or anything else. There was some concern among both the Board of County Commissioners and the Planning and Zoning Commission about the potential for abuse of the concept were it not to be more clearly defined. The extent to which such a dwelling might also affect density requirements for zoning was also discussed.

It was determined to send a representative of the PZ Commission to the next Board of County Commissioners meeting. If any of the changes that are proposed to the Development Code are

deemed to be “material changes” a public hearing will need to be held before they are authorized. The potential for a joint meeting between the two Commissions was also suggested as a possibility.

Density Requirements

A list of roughly 130 lots which have been assessed as Rural Residential properties for the purposes of tax assessment, but which are zoned as agricultural for the purposes of zoning was discussed. The BoCC had discussed the potential to provide building exemptions to those plots so that they could be built on in the future despite the den-

sity requirements for agricultural land. County Attorney Cody Brower and the developers of Oneida County’s Development Code were not certain whether the Planning and Zoning Commission was the appropriate venue for pursuing any changes or action on the issue, and determined to conference with the Board of County Commissioners on the topic during either a joint meeting or the next Commissioners meeting. Ultimately, it was determined that PZ had been asked to undertake the topic as a discussion, rather than an actionable item.

SHERIFF'S DISPATCH

Following are recent calls received by dispatchers at the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office. During the week of 1/22 to 2/04, the Sheriff’s Office investigated 81 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 22, 2023

• 10:23 Property Damage, Non-Vandalism

• 11:34 Citizen Assist

• 13:00 Alarm Reported. Allen Drug

• 13:06 Traffic Complaint. Dangerous driving reported

• 15:54 Alarm Reported. Allen Drug

DEATH NOTICE

LuWana Jeane LaRue, of Holbrook, passed away Sunday, January 29, 2023. She will be laid to rest next to her husband Rodney at the

Curlew Senior Citizens’ Menu

Every Meal Served with Juice/Milk/Coffee

Feb. 14 – Spaghetti, Salad Bar, Peaches, Dessert

Feb. 16 – Turkey, Muffin, Carrots, Salad Bar, Cheesy Potatoes, Applesauce, Dessert

ADULT

AUTHORS

are invited to submit original unpublished works to the 2023 MALAD VALLEY WELSH FESTIVAL FICTION COMPETITION

the Holbrook, Idaho Cemetery Monday, February 13, 2023 at 1 p.m. following graveside services.

Malad Senior Citizens’ Menu

Every Meal Served with Juice/Milk/Coffee

Feb. 10 – French Dip,

Spinach Salad, Peaches, Dessert

Feb. 15 – Swedish

Meatballs over Noodles, Peas, Applesauce, Rolls, Dessert

SCHOOL MENU

Malad Elementary Breakfast

Monday, February 13 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast on a Stick, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Tuesday, February 14 - Cereal Assortment, Apple Bites, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Wednesday, February 15 - Cereal Assortment, French Toast, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Thursday, February 16 - Cereal Assortment, Mini Cinnamon Donut, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Malad Middle Breakfast

Monday, February 13 - Cereal Assortment, Apple Bites, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Tuesday, February 14 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Pizza, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Wednesday, February 15 - Cereal Assortment, Muffins/Yogurt, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Thursday, February 16 - Cereal Assortment, Max Pancake, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Malad High Breakfast

Monday, February 13 - Cereal Assortment, Apple Bites, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Tuesday, February 14 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Pizza, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Wednesday, February 15 - Cereal Assortment, Muffins/Yogurt, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Thursday, February 16 - Cereal Assortment, Max Pancake, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

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

Malad Elementary Lunch

Monday, February 13 – Quesadilla, Spanish Rice, PBJ/Chex Mix/Cheese

SAMARIA WATER & IRRIGATION CO. STOCKHOLDER’S MEETING

Notice is hereby given that the annual meeting of the Samaria Water and Irrigation Company will be held at the Oneida County Courthouse Courtroom, 10 Court Street at 7:00 p.m. Monday, March 6, 2023, for the purpose of electing a board of seven directors who shall hold their office until their successors are elected and qualified, and to transact any other business that may properly come before the said meeting. The only proxy vote acceptable must be in writing and signed by the owner of the stock prior to here said meeting.

ADULT POETS

page of any story.

• Winning authors will be invited to read their stories at the Welsh Festival on July 1, 2023.

• See detailed guidelines and cover page on the website: www. welshfestival.com.

Contact: Lucie Thomas Washburn at 303-503-3869 or bob_washburn@hotmail.com

Mailing Address: Malad Valley Welsh Festival, PO Box 308, Malad, ID 83252

Stick, Food Choice – Corn, Mandarin Oranges

Tuesday, February 14 – Cheesy

Chicken Tenders w/Marinara, Breadstick, PBJ/Chex Mix/Cheese Stick, Food Choice – Green Beans, Strawberries/Bananas

Wednesday, February 15 – Tex Mex Mac, Breadstick, PBJ/Chex Mix/ Cheese Stick, Food Choice – Green Beans, Apple

Thursday, February 16 – Chicken

Drumstick, Baked Beans, PBJ/Chex Mix/Cheese Stick, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks, Pears

Malad Middle Lunch

Monday, February 13 – Chicken Cordon Bleu, Baby Baker Potatoes, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Green Beans, Pears

Tuesday, February 14 – Santa Fe

Turkey Wrap, Chips, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks, Mandarin Oranges

Wednesday, February 15 – BBQ

Drumstick, Baked Beans, Breadstick, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Corn, Apple

Thursday, February 16 – Sloppy Joe, Mac & Cheese, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Celery Sticks, Mixed Fruit

Malad High Lunch

Monday, February 13 – Chicken Cordon Bleu, Baby Baker Potatoes, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Green Beans, Pears

Tuesday, February 14 – Santa Fe

Turkey Wrap, Chips, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks, Mandarin Oranges

Wednesday, February 15 – BBQ

Drumstick, Baked Beans, Breadstick, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Corn, Apple

Thursday, February 16 – Sloppy Joe, Mac & Cheese, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Celery Sticks, Mixed Fruit

Lake, President Andrea Bleazard, Secretary

are invited to submit original works to the 2023 MALAD VALLEY WELSH FESTIVAL ADULTY POETRY COMPETITION

Contact: Mary Alice Telford at 208-431-2683 or maryalicect2014@gmail.com

Mailing Address: Malad Valley Welsh Festival, PO Box 308, Malad, ID 83252

Justin

PRIZES: Bard of the Malad Valley Welsh Festival

PATSY PRICE SCOTT MEMORIAL POETRY PRIZE THEME: KINDNESS”

Length: 60 lines

maximum DEADLINE: June 2, 2023

• Poets may submit 1-2 poems in any style or format.

• All poems must be submitted under a pseudonym chosen by the poet. Real name of poet is not to appear on any page of any poem.

• All poets will be invited to read or recite their poems at the Welsh Festival on July 1, 2023.

• See detailed guidelines and cover page on the website: www.welshfestival.com.

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By Gramma Dot

1998, Bradley Caden was seven years old, and the first Harry Potter was published in the United States. We purchased a copy and started reading with the rest of the free world. This was not a book that captivated only the child. I couldn’t wait for the workday to be over so we could settle in and read, and fantasy had never been my favorite genre. When we started, I was doing the reading, but by the time we got to the end, Brad was our primary narrator.

I knew J.K. Rowling was on to something when one evening Brad asked, “Mom, you’d tell me if I was a wizard, wouldn’t you?” I assured him I would, but I didn’t think he would be enrolling in Hogwarts anytime soon. He was not exactly happy about that. I think he wanted to help Harry make the world a better place.

One of the best quotes from the series comes in the second volume, “Har-

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ry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.”

Harry is questioning his mentor, Albus Dumbledore, about why he has been chosen to contend with the bad guys. Harry doesn’t feel like he has any great ability that would qualify him for the task ahead. Albus teaches Harry and the world a great truth when he replies, “It is our choices, Harry, that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities.”

When it comes to choices, getting them right consistently just might make a wizard out of each of us. If you haven’t read the Harry Potter series, I hope you choose to do so, especially if you are a Senior Citizen. We Seniors aren’t getting any younger and we deserve some time with Harry and His Crew. There are seven volumes, and they should be read in order, beginning with “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.” So, ponder your literary choices, give Harry a chance, and enjoy the Good Life.

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1825 House of Representatives elects John Quincy Adams 6th U.S. president

1871 Federal fish protection office authorized by U.S. Congress

1889 The United States Department of Agriculture (UDSA) is

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established as a Cabinet-level agency.

1895 William Morgan presents his new sport "Mintonette" to the world at Springfield College, Massachusetts, later renames it "Volleyball"

1926 Teaching theory of evolution forbidden in Atlanta, Georgia schools

1932 USA enters Olympic 2-man bobsled competition for the first time

1942 Daylight Savings War Time goes into effect in U.S.

1943 U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt signs an executive order setting a minimum

48-hour work week in a number of critical war industries

1971 Probably the first gay theme TV episode – All in the Family

1979 Walter Hiss's drama film "The Warriors" is released in the United States, sparking gang violence at many theaters and a halt to the film's marketing campaign

1995 Irish music and dance show "Riverdance" first opens in Dublin, Ireland with lead dancer Michael Flatley

1997 Fox cartoon series "The Simpsons" airs 167th episode; longest-running animated series in cartoon history

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On January 28 and 29, the RACCOON Ham Radio club met for their winter field day. The day is an opportunity for members to meet and put their knowledge and equipment through the paces. Several large antennae were put up in Malad City Park, which allowed the group to communicate across the world with other radio operators. “We call this one here the dumpster fire,” member Bret Anderson said, pointing to the large antenna anchored by a garbage can.

The Ham Radio Club provides communication services during emergencies, when standard communication systems are inoperable. During the summer, the RACCOONS provide route communication for the Gran Fondo cycle race, which begins and ends in Logan with a stop in Malad. The radio operators are on hand to provide course condition updates, and alert race officials to any medical issues that occur along the way.

While the summer field

Groundskeeper application

So far there have been no takers yet for the groundskeeper position, so the Fair Board is going to readvertise for it. While some local kids have applied for the job, there is a question about whether they would be able to meet the job requirements for various reasons.

Stock contractors

Bids for stock contractors are currently being taken. One bid, from Diamond H (who was contracted last year), has been received for $14,000 for employee accommodations and stock for the fair. A sponsor is being sought to include a Mexican Fighting Bull in this year’s Fair.

Tractor truck pulls

A regional company has expressed interest in renting the arena for the weekend of May 20, the week after the High School rodeo. The Fair Board wanted to make sure that any rental contract includes language about restoring the track after the event. Additionally, barrel racers were interested in using the arena for June and July—would they need the Fair Board to use

day takes place in near perfect temperatures, the winter one can be a bit more challenging. Still, the report from the group was all positive. “It was significantly better than last year. Last year we had some…oddities with guys losing their signals, but this year it’s been great,” said Bret Anderson from Tremonton’s Golden Spike as well as the RACCOONS. “Once we got set up, it was just flawless. We’ve had a lot of fun. And we weren’t completely iced in like we were last year. It was lot of fun setting up and a lot of fun taking down. It’s a group effort.”

Local RACCOON Sean Coombs was on hand as the event wound down, having spent the last day coordinating the event. As he began work on taking down the equipment, he ran into Jason and Camille from Brigham City, who were on their first field day. “I’ve been wanting to come up for a while,” Jason said. Asked how it had gone, Jason replied, “Oh, I loved it. This is the first any kind of field day

its tractors throughout the event to reshape the arena ground. The requested dates were June 17 and July 15, on Saturdays. It was determined to rent the arena, as long as the contract paid for the cost of running tractors during the events. A motion was made to charge $200 for running the tractors during the event in addition to rental fees.

Queen Contest

The question was raised about whether the Fair Board was once again willing to pay for half the cost of the saddle for the queen contest. The Fair Board approved a motion to pay for half the cost of the saddle for the senior queen for the event’s prize.

Beautification project

Last year’s flowers, beds and outdoor seating were paid for out of a beautification grant for the facility, though ongoing funding was not included. This year, the Fair Board is considering approaching the Board of County Commissioners for funding to replant and maintain the flowers on the building’s exterior. The funds would otherwise need to come out of grounds or capital

we've done so far.”

Well, make sure to come out for the next one, Bret said. “There’s usually a lot more going on at that one. And of course it’s a lot warmer.”

“Hey, you know,” Jason laughed. “The pain makes you appreciate it a lot more. It’s a fun hobby—it doesn’t matter how cold or how warm it is. It’s still a blast!”

“It was nice to meet you guys,” Sean Coombs said as the couple packed up. “We’ll be listening for you on the radio!”

About a dozen people, including six operators were on hand during the 24 hour duration of the event. During the course of the time period from noon Saturday to noon Sunday, the club was able to establish contact with most of the U.S. states, as well as some Canadian provinces and locations around the world.

Local club members include Sean Coombs, Allen Rosenhoover, Jim Musto, Brian Llewelyn, Fred Calvell, Bill Drury, Tracy Drury, Troy Allen, and others.

funds.

Entertainment

A previous sponsor for the fair entertainment has withdrawn. Live a Little entertainment has sent a contract for $9000 for motocross. The Board has located a Hypnotist whose rate is $2200. Mini golf and a laser trailer would be $6000 if authorized. One of the new entertainment possibilities for this year is a bird show to potentially replace Scales and Tails, which has been featured for the last two years. The Board is weighing the two options as they await bids. It was determined to find an alternative to the concert night of the fair, as they have not been well-attended in the past, and were determined not to justify their cost. The Rough Stock Band was also confirmed to be scheduled to play after the rodeo, which has been popular in the past.

Member assignments

Individual members were assigned to look for more business sponsors around town, as well as begin working on the guns and other items to be used in the raffle.

RACCOONS from around the region.

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LOOKING BACK

5 YEARS AGO

(2018)

The seniors are rocking it at Malad High School! Another senior, Kallee Warren, has been named as Student of the Week for the week of Feb. 5.

Many people know that Kallee is an expert horsewoman and loves to rodeo. Something she would like to cross off her bucket list is to qualify for the NFR. Her favorite extracurricular activities include rodeo, soccer and dance.

At Malad High School, her favorite class is government and she loves all of the people at the school. Kallee was born and raised in Malad and as a disclosure of something that no one knows about her says that she has a massive crush on Codey Weeks!

A favorite class for Kallee is government. She is looking forward to graduating from college in the next five to ten years. She plans to attend college in Gillette, Wyoming.

Her advice to fellow students at MHS –"Don't procrastinate!"

The senior members of the Malad High School Pep Band and Swing Choir were honored on Friday, February 2, at half time of the final home game for the Malad High School boys' basketball team.

Those honored were Bradley Stanton with his mother Laura Stanton Madrano, Kaylee Origer with parents Pat and Laurel Origer, and Tamen Whipple with parents Travis and Donna Whipple. Also honored but unable to attend that night was Emily Corbett, the daughter of Michael and Jamy Corbett.

The Pep Band is busy playing for the upcoming district basketball events for both the boys and girls. Members of the Swing Choir have been able to sing the National Anthem at several sporting events this year. Both groups are busy preparing for their upcoming concert to be held later this spring.

Soda Springs Republican Senator Mark Harris was awarded an honorary state Future Farmers of America Association (FFA) degree at the annual FFA Day on the Hill gathering. Senator Harris was recognized for his work to support agricultural education in Idaho. The honorary state degree is the highest recognition the association gives to non-members.

"It means so much to me to be recognized by the FFA," said Senator Harris. "As a rancher and father, I know the values and leadership skills that are instilled in children when they are exposed to agriculture and programs like the FFA. I will continue to work hard to ensure the next generation sees the opportunities agriculture can provide and understands the impact it has on our state."

Senator Harris serves on the Senate Agricultural Affairs, Health and Welfare and Transpor-

tation Committees. He has been an advocate for legislation that benefits Idaho's ranchers and farmers. During the 2017 session, he carried SB 1111. The bill easily passed allowing thousands of Idaho ranchers to file for in-stream water rights on federal lands.

Outside of his legislative responsibilities, he dedicates much of his time to advance agriculture in Idaho. He is a former board member for the Idaho Farm Bureau, Idaho Cattle Association and former chair of the Idaho Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers Committee.

Across Idaho more than 4,500 students are members of FFA. One of Senator Harris' sons is active in the Soda Springs chapter. The association is designed to help students develop leadership skills for personal and professional growth and help to strengthen the country's agricultural industry.

Senator Harris is the Senator for District 32, which includes Oneida County.

10 YEARS AGO

(2013)

Oneida County Hospital kicked off February wearing red and joined the American Heart Association’s fight against heart disease by holding “Wear Red Day”. They will also be wearing red pins and red throughout the whole month of February to draw awareness to this health issue.

This month “Good Deeds Done Daily” recipient is Richard Allen. He makes himself available to everyone, going the extra mile, before, during and after hours. He is on call 24/7 for the Allen Drug Store as well as the hospital and the patients there.

Capt’n Jack, Malad’s resident “Groundhog”, really tried to predict an early spring for Oneida County residents. Apparently it is not fair for Punxsutawney Phil, or any other groundhog, to just avoid seeing his shadow, Capt’n Jack spent the day Saturday visiting several businesses and public places waiting to see if the sun came out and unfortunately for Malad residents, it did!

Earning second at a recent stunt group competition were Malad High School cheerleaders Cassidy Stewart, Heidi Hannah, Bailey Hill, Katie Neal and Samantha Evans.

15 YEARS AGO

(2008)

A Pocatello Regional Transit Bus is now running in Oneida County, according to Pocatello Regional Transit director Ron Binggeli.

The Oneida County Commissioners gave their stamp of approval to a mutual aid agreement between Oneida County and Snowville, Utah, emergency medical technicians (EMTs).

Doug Thorpe, foreman with the State Transportation Dept. crew, said that it took all his trucks and personnel just to keep Interstate 15 passable after

the huge winter storm struck February 2. Thorpe said he had to close both Highway 36 and 38 because of the blowing and drifting that was occurring and that wasn’t very popular with a few residents trying to get home.

The Malad High School Business Professionals of American (BPA) had several members qualify for the Idaho State BPA Competitions. Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise are several Malad High School members: Tamra Hubbard, Tori Hill, Mary Anderson, Ty Price, Aaron Griffiths, Daniele Williams, Kiersten Cordingly, Braxton Hess, Ryan Hannah, Zack Hoyt, Kayden Estep, Tristan Boyce, Kody McKinley, Jordan Beckmann and Derek Ward.

25

YEARS AGO

(1998)

Oneida County youths who have had some problems at school are enjoying one-to-one attention from some concerned citizens who give an hour a week to spend time with a child – just to show they care. The Oneida Mentoring program has helped over 30 young people in the last two-and-a-half years to improve their self esteem, overcome behavior problems, do better in school, and have better relationships with their family, teachers and friends. Besides that, they have fun!

Nearly every ward in the Malad LDS Stake underwent leadership changes Sunday, reflective of the realignment of boundaries that took place January 24. Under the direction of the Malad Stake Presidency, two new bishoprics were sustained, to lead the two Wards that were created – Malad 6th and St. John 2nd. Marvin Pett was called to be Bishop of the 6th Ward, with Larry Thomas as first counselor and Jeff Richins as second counselor. Ferris Hess was called as Executive Secretary, Gerald Williams as Ward Clerk, Jeffrey Stevens as Financial Clerk and Don Hubbard as Membership Clerk. In the St. John 2nd Ward, Vern Bastian was made Bishop, with Garry Hess and Kim Hess as counselors; Ken Timothy became Ward Clerk, Joe Barnes Financial Clerk, and Gordon Williams Executive Secretary.

35 YEARS AGO

(1988)

Nine-year-old Jared Robbins, son of Rex and Sarah Robbins, received the prestigious “Cub Scout Youth Representative of the Year” award. Jared is a member of Pack 444, Second Ward, where Linda Wight is his Den Leader. He has earned his Bobcat and Wolf badges and his five Arrow Points to accompany his Wolf.

Newly installed officers of the Oneida County Search and Rescue are the following: Commander Ceylon Reeder, First Vice Commander Brad Hess, Second Vice Commander Rodney Struhs, Quarter

Master/Treasurer Rodney Moon and Secretary, Ken Wharton.

Clark David Corbridge and Kathleen Fredrickson, both former residents of Malad, were among the 1,333 graduates from Brigham Young University. Corbridge was awarded a Master of Science Degree in Administrative Management and Fredrickson received a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education.

45 YEARS AGO (1978)

Amy Thompson and Jay Tinkle arrived in Oneida last week manned with the volatile weapon, enthusiasm. They are now busy arranging housing for the 80 cast members scheduled to arrive next week for the upcoming, “Up With People” concert, at the Malad School Auditorium. Sponsored by The Idaho Enterprise. All sponsors’ proceeds are ear-tagged for the Malad High School athletic fund.

Wrapping up 30 years of service with General Mills, Malad grain agent, Neil Thorpe unofficially retired last week turning over the elevator keys to grandson-in-law, Rick VanBebber. Neil is now taking eight months banked sick leave accumulated over three decades. His retirement will become official October 1.

Two Malad High School girls were chosen this week to participate in Idaho All-State Chorus to be held at the College of Southern Idaho, Twin Falls. Ann Ward and Linda Jaussi were chosen along with about 200 other Idaho High School vocalists by submitting a taped audition.

With the luncheon table laden with mounds of curly lariat fries, hamburgers and frosty cool milkshakes, winners of the Malad Elementary January reading contest were treated to lunch by Principal Phil Gillies, Dave Cowlishaw and reading instructor Ila Elcock. Winners were Todd Mills, Tamber Esplin, Shelly Tubbs, Monty Henry, Gia Thorpe, Stephanie Jones, Laree Jensen, Travis Palmer, Lonnie Ward, Angela Jensen, George Freidenberger, Shaundel Thomas and Wyoma Henry.

55 YEARS AGO (1968)

Joe Burrie, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jay Burrie, left Tuesday for Fort Lenardwood, Missouri, for a six months training course with the National

Guard. Janet Corbridge is the recipient of the Betty Crocker Homemaker of Tomorrow award at Malad High School.

Miss Anne Hargrave has accepted her selection as a contestant in the Miss Pocatello World Beauty Pageant by national staff members of Miss World Pageant.

Crowther Brothers Milling Company has signed another contract to supply two million pounds of flour to the U.S. Armed Forces in South East Asia and Vietnam. In addition to the regular mill workers, some 24 women have been employed to fill the contract during the next couple of months.

Candidate for “Cherry Blossom Queen” in Washington, D.C. this year is Miss DayOnna Bowen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ren Ray Bowen of Malad. Miss Bowen is employed in the Washington office of Congressman George Hansen.

60 YEARS AGO (1963)

The American Legion Building, Velda Jene Beauty Shop, New Star Theatre, the basement of the First National Bank Building, Malad Post Office and The Idaho Enterprise office were all entered by burglars late Saturday night or early Sunday morning. Apparently only interested in stealing money, the thieves took $40 from a cash drawer at the Enterprise office but found no money in the other buildings where they caused damage by scattering records and papers around. Several windows were also broken and holes punched in walls or partitions of buildings they entered. Oneida County and Malad city officers are investigating and are now questioning four Pocatello suspects.

Elder Gary Bernard Parry, son of Wilford E. Parry and the late Mary Hughes Parry, will be honored at a missionary testimonial at the Malad Third Ward. Elder Parry will serve in the LDS Scottish Mission with headquarters at Renfrew, Scotland. He will enter the mission home on February 18.

Miss Ruth Ann Marble, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bert O. Marble, attended a Future Homemakers of America executive meeting in Boise during the past week.

70 YEARS AGO (1953)

There were 15 Malad High School students who made straight A grades in all their subjects during the past semester. Comprising the group are Val Hess, BarDee Jones, Doneal Thompson, Howard Jones, Bob Evans, Karen Hartley, Lois Vaughan, Shirley Atkinson, Emogene Smith, Stanley Dorius, Anna Lou Call, Chloe Ann Price, Connie Thomas, Garth Sweeten and Merrill Probst.

Three Oneida County selectees for the February call left for Fort Douglas, Utah from where they will leave for training camps. They are Wells Willie, Gerald Richards and Jerold Tippits.

Larry Budge, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Budge, left for Salt Lake City where he will spend a week at the training school prior to leaving February 11 for the West Central LDS mission field.

75 YEARS AGO

Coach Earl Johnson’s Malad Dragons established themselves as strong contenders for Idaho’s Fifth District Basketball Championship Friday night when they won a 36 – 28 victory over the Pocatello Indians, defending champs.

Governor C. A. Robins Tuesday proclaimed February 6 – 12 as Boy Scout Week in Idaho and asked Idahoans to join with the Boy Scouts in proper observance of the occasion.

Mrs. Myron Jones entertained a group of friends Saturday afternoon in honor of Miss Nola Christensen who will be married March 2 to Myron Jones, Jr., in the Manti, Utah Temple. A booklet, “Biographies of Malad Valley Pioneers”, has been published by the Malad Stake Primary board. Biographies included are Janet Daniels, James E. Jones, Esther Hall James, Hugh Moon, Emma Hoskins Halford, Mary Ann Cox Walker, Mary Ann Hobbs, Taliesin Hughes, Henry Peck, Thomas Parry, Richard J. Davis, Jane Hale Hall, Nicholas Ward, Major Lot Smith, Elizabeth King Parkinson, Jane Mason Hughes, Benjamin and Agnes Williams, Ann Lewis, Robert Sweeten, Devina Elizabeth Waldron, George Welton Ward, Fred Thomas, John Morris Jones Davis, Tovey history.

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Senator Scott Grow (R-Eagle) brought legislation aimed to reduce the property tax burden on Idahoans to the House Revenue & Taxation Committee on Thursday, which voted to print the bill, House Bill 77. The bill would provide tax relief for homeowners’ primary residence via Idaho’s general funds generated by the state's sales tax revenue. It would do so in the form of a flat percentage off homeowners’ property tax bill. The bill would dedicate 4.5% of annual sales tax revenues, providing a subtraction from each homeowner’s total property tax bill. The bill has gone through multiple government agencies to ensure its ease in implementation. The bill does not provide relief for commercial property owners, or relieve property owners from their current bond obligations.

Bill to reassign oversight of Office of Performance Evaluation heads to Committee

The House State Affairs Committee voted to print House Bill 68. This bill would eliminate the Joint Legislative Oversight Committee and reassign oversight of the Office of Performance Evaluation (OPE) to the Legislative Council. OPE is a nonpartisan, independent office that studies whether state government programs and agencies are operating effi

It is currently over seen by the Joint Legislative Oversight Committee, which was created in 1993, and whose mem bership consists of two Republicans and two Democrats from each legislative body. The committee can authorize the OPE to conduct independent performance evaluations of state agencies and programs and has been nationally recognized for its work. The Legislative Council is majority Republican, made up of the Senate's President Pro Tempore, the House Speaker, the majority and minority leaders of both houses, and four senators and representatives - two from each party. There is some opposition to the bill given concerns over the perception of objectivity and neutrality if oversight shifts to the Legislative Council.

Bill to create Education Savings Accounts printed in Senate

The Senate Education Committee voted to print Senate Bill 1038. This bill would create “Freedom in Education Savings Accounts” of approximately $5,950 per eligible K-12 student to be used for education-related costs, including tutoring, textbooks, technology, or private school tuition. “The goal is that through an ESA, parents will be the ones we em

that have dominated school governance and the learning and higher standards that students need,” bill sponsor Sen. Tammy Nichols (R-Middleton) said. Homeschool Idaho, stated its opposition to the bill, sharing that “after decades of direct opposition to homeschooling through attempts to legislatively impose regulations, the government has found a much simpler means for gaining control of homeschool students: money. They are banking on money’s ability to break down resistance and clear a path for government control in the last bastion of resistance to the government school agenda: the home. ESA’s are simply the pretty wrapping paper of a system bent on absolute control.” Senator Harris works to establish E.M.S. as an essential service

The Senate Health & Welfare Committee voted to print Senate Concurrent Resolution 101. This bill would request that the Department of Health & Welfare develop draft legislation establishing a statewide planning, coordination, and funding system for emergency medical services. “Our EMS across the state is severely understaffed and underfunded, and only 18% of EMS directors reported their agency can maintain a sufficient staff…Idaho code does not designate EMS as an es-

sential service. This means, as citizens of Idaho, we are not guaranteed EMS assistance when we may need it, especially in our rural areas and communities,” said bill sponsor Sen. Mark Harris (R-Soda Springs). The bill was referred to the Judiciary and Rules Committee for printing.

Amending the Idaho Constitution to give more Idahoans a Voice

The Senate State Affairs Committee voted to amend Senate Joint Resolution 101. This bill would propose a constitutional amendment requiring initiative petitions be signed by at least 6% of legal voters in the last general election in each of the 35 legislative districts, rather than 18 districts as currently required. “The basic intent of the resolution is simply to give people around the state the opportunity to decide whether it’s important to include them all in the legislative process,” said bill sponsor Sen. Doug Okuniewicz (R-Hayden). The committee heard several hours of testimony before deciding to consider amendments. Constitutional amendments require the approval of twothirds of both the Idaho House and Senate before being voted on by Idaho citizens.

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Representatives from the Idaho Potato Commission and the Idaho Wine Commission presented in the Senate Agricultural Affairs committee on

Cooling with Cabbage

I’m one of the healthiest veggies around!

About how many di erent types of cabbage are grown throughout the world? Do the math to nd out!

Replace the missing words in this article.

Nearly 3,000 years ago, wild cabbage from Asia and the Mediterranean was ____________ to Northern Europe by the Celts and later the Romans.

Able to be stored for long ___________ of time, cabbage was a staple item of Europeans in the Middle Ages. Its juice was commonly used to heal wounds and as a _________ remedy.

In 1541, French ______________, Jacques Cartier, introduced cabbage to North America. Since cabbage contains lots of vitamin C, other explorers, including Captain James Cook, _____________ with it in order to prevent scurvy Scurvy is a terrible ____________ caused by a diet lacking in vitamin C. Cabbage rapidly spread across the North American __________________.

Crunchy cabbage is full of good things your body needs. It has vitamin C and vitamin K. It’s a cruciferous (crew-si-fur-us) vegetable.

Cruciferous vegetables are plants that contain phytochemicals with possible anti-cancer properties. Other cruciferous vegetables are bok choy, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauli ower, collard greens, kale, Swiss chard and turnips.

Thursday about their respective industries.

Jamey Higham, President and CEO of the Idaho Potato Commission, reported on the 2022 potato crop, noting that unusually hot weather in July contributed to lower yields than in prior years. Further, Higham described that the potato industry is subject to the pressures of higher inflation and that it is 30% more expensive to grow potatoes.

Like many other Idaho industries, potato farmers are facing labor shortages. Higham added: “Water is easily the top issue that our growers are concerned about right now. Easily.” He stressed that multiple years of drought and ongoing legal and administrative challenges are concerning for Idaho growers and that funding research is critical to develop new varieties of potatoes that use less water, are more heat tolerant, more pest resistant, and able to meet consumer expectations.

Several representatives from the Idaho Wine Commission presented as well. Idaho boasts more than 70 wineries and 1,300 acres of wine growing farmland. Every $1 invested in the Idaho wine industry has resulted in $260 in business revenue for the state. In 2020, more than 2,100 tons of grapes were harvested, yielding 315,000 gallons of wine. A 2017 economic impact study found that wine has a $210 million impact on Idaho’s economy.

One of the greatest baseball players in the history of the game had an unusual trick for keeping cool. He would place a chilled cabbage leaf under his hat on hot days to beat the heat! He would replace the cabbage leaf with a new one every two innings. Circle every third letter to reveal this famous baseball player’s name.

Gather the ingredients for a healthy dish.

Work with an adult to make this refreshing, crunchy, sweet treat! Chop cabbages into thin strips.

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Drain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup of juice.

Mix cabbage strips with pineapple and juice.

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Governor Little declares February STEM Matters Month

In a recent declaration, Governor Brad Little announced that February would officially be “STEM Matters Month” in Idaho. STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math) is an acronym designed to raise awareness of the importance of training in technical fields and the knowledge that underwrites them today. As he stated in his official address, ""From logging to computer science, mining to healthcare, or teaching to business, the skills that STEM education fosters will propel Idaho students into high-paying, meaningful careers."

Deni Hoehne, director of talent development at WinCo Foods and chair of the Idaho Workforce Development Council, concurred, emphasizing STEM is everywhere. "Every job is a STEM job," Hoehne said. "And the 37 members of the council constantly talk about that every time we're together -- what can we also be doing and thinking about STEM? For example, I am in the retail grocery industry. Do you know that the cart clerk operates a robot? The manager of a grocery store uses probably five different pieces of software just to get the products on the shelf right.

The space planning department uses geometry constantly to figure out how many gelatin boxes can really fit if we also add some pudding there. It's all about geometry. If you want to teach your kids STEM, go to the grocery store. It's right there in front of them every day."

STEM has increasingly become a major focus of both educational and governmental initiatives over the last decade, and the Oneida County Library is no exception. The Library, which has

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been the recipient of a number of recent STEM grants, hosts many opportunities for local residents of all ages to explore and avail themselves of a number of STEM technologies.

During the month of February, the library will be focusing specifically on STEM related activities related to the topic of medical science and Anatomy. Classes for students K-2 are held on the first Tuesday of the month, 3-5 on the second Tuesday, and grades 6 and older on the third

Tuesday. The classes are held from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the library. These “out of school” classes are designed to give students access to instructors for additional conceptual exploration of the month’s topic.

The library has also teamed with 4-H to bring after school programs to students interested in further learning. Those activities are held at the same hours on Thursdays.

Additionally, the library has backpacks of STEM study materials available to students for checkout at any time. A recent grant has provided the library with a range

of backpacks containing STEM kits, such as those focused on Robotics and other related subjects.

“We’ve had help from the kindergarten teachers putting these together,” said Jenny Sperri. “There are books and projects related to all kinds of topics.”

Those interested, however, are not limited to just the classes or backpacks that are offered.

The library has a range of STEM materials available to anyone interested in reserving time to explore them. For youth groups and other interested parties, the 3-D printer, Glowforge, CriCut machine, and leathercraft

kits can be reserved by calling the library. VR headsets are available for reservation for those thirteen and up. Circuit boards, atom models, and other sets related to chemistry and physics can also be reserved. A Glowforge class will be held at the library in March, with the specific date and time to be determined.

A grant is currently underway to provide Chromebooks for Veterans and Seniors to learn computer and internet skills. “And there’s a lot more to come in the future,” said Library Director Kathy Kent. “We love STEM here!”

The library also features a number of interactive stations for younger patrons.

One of the many backpacks available for checkout covering STEM topics at the library.

DRILL TEAM AND CHEER SENIOR NIGHT

On the night of the boys home basketball against Bear Lake, the Dragonette and Dragon Cheerleaders took time to celebrate the outgoing seniors this year.

Seniors a part of the Dragonette drill team this year are Alexis Shaw, Rayleigh Barnes, and Hunter Olsen. The seniors had a chance to share some highlights and favorites from their time as a Malad Dragonette. Alexis Shaw said that her favorite dance style was hip hop, that her favorite memory was winning the District Dance Competition when she was a Sophomore, and that the greatest lesson she learned from her time dancing was to make the most from every moment because things might not always go as you had hoped.

Rayleigh Barnes shared that her favorite style of dance was contemporary and her favorite place to perform was under the lights at the football games. Her favorite part of competing were the dance parties they would have before the awards ceremonies and the greatest lesson she learned was how every situation may be different, some will be harder than others, but they can all be overcome.

Hunter Olsen plans to attend ISU to earn a certification as a Physical Therapy Assistant. While there she wants to try out for the ISU Bengals Dance team. She gives kudos to her parents, coaches and team-

mates for helping push her to be her best these last four years.

The seniors and their teammates are looking forward to the coming weekend where they will compete with all four routines at the State Dance Competition. The 2A/3A teams are scheduled to perform bright and early Saturday morning in Boise at the Idaho Ford Center.

Looking back over the season and ahead to their upcoming competition, the coaches want to share with their team, “We are so proud of you girls and wish you the best of luck!! Love you coaches Kelsey, Wendy, & Wendy!!”

Alongside the Dragonnetes, Coach Jennifer Hill celebrated seven graduating senior cheerleaders- Graycee Goddard, Becca Ward, Journie Tovey, Rylie Walton, Kaysha Beck, Kayanna Kunz and Jaecee Jeppesen. As they honored the seniors, they shared favorite moments, future plans, and thank you the girls wanted to share to coaches, parents, friends and fans.

Becca Ward plans after graduation are to attend ISU or Utah Tech majoring in Nursing to become a RN. If her schedule will work she would also like to tryout for the ISU Cheer Team. Her favorite memory of cheer is when the team got sunburnt at the car wash and decided to all go swim at Devils together after.

Jaecee Jeppesen wants to go to Bridgerland in Logan earn her Heavy

BOYS BASKETBALL

The Malad Dragon fans cheered on the boys basketball team for their last home of the season Wednesday, January 31 as they took on the BLHS Bears. Bear Lake’s team, leading in the district and currently ranked 2nd in the 2A state standings, brought a very fast paced game, with a very patient and disciplined offense coupled with a tough defense. Malad knew they would be facing a challenging team when they walked onto the court.

As the game began, the Dragon defense went to work defending the hoop from the Bear’s strong offensive execution. The team was quick to cover inside, block the lanes and keep the Bear Lake offense from getting inside the key with the ball. Prioritizing defending the shot that the tall and physical team could more easily score on, Malad had their outside defenders sag in for help defense. This left the Bear’s outside shooters a little more open and potential shooting opportunities from the outside. Once Bear Lake realized they couldn’t penetrate the Dragon defense inside, they began working for the outside shot. Unfortunately, they couldn’t miss and quickly took a big lead against Malad.

Bear Lake brought an intense defense as well, featuring a strong full court press. The Drag-

ons were ready to face the press and found ways not only to get the ball down the court but to create scoring opportunities as well. Midway through the opening quarter, Jaden Ward quickly inbounded the ball to Zack Richardson. Richardson began taking the ball down the floor and then passed back to Ward who reconnected with Richardson farther down the court. He then found Ryan Hubbard open inside the Dragon territory on the sideline who connected with Braylen Tripp as he moved into the key and scored two easy points for Malad. Ward kept the scoring rolling on the next Malad possession as he hit a big shot from behind the three point line after an assist from Richardson.

From the beginning of the season, the Dragons have worked to improve their rebounding, understanding how crucial the second chances were for their offense and even more important to keep

Equipment Operator license and CDL. Her favorite memory of cheer has been learning to stunt with James, Kaysha, Kayanna, Kala, and Sam.

Graycee Goddard plans to attend Idaho State University to major in Dental Hygiene. Her favorite cheer memory is when she lost Journie’s ponytail because Kirk went too hard while they went tubing.

Kaysha Beck plans to attend college to become a nurse or school counselor. She hopes to share her experiences and skills by either trying out for a college cheer team or coach tumbling. She says her favorite memories with the cheer team were going to the corn maze in fall, flipping the tube in the coaches boat with Rylie, getting to-

gether at coaches house, and competing at state last year.

Kayanna Kunz first intends to work for a while before attending Bridgerland Technical College for Interior Design. Kayanna shared that her senior has been the best one, in thanks to her coaches and teammates.

Rylie Walton plans to attend Idaho State University to major in Elementary Education. Rylie’s favorite cheer memory is the fun bus rides up to state from the last two years.

Journie Tovey plans to attend the University of Idaho to major in animal sciences to become a veterinarian. Her favorite cheer memory is when she and Anistyn were learning how to partner stunt when her mom said, “That’s easy, I

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can do it.” Anistyn said, “Prove it.” Her mom then proceeded to attempt to partner stunt with my Anistyn and they both ended up falling on the

floor! Journie finished, “My mom never questioned Anistyn and my partner stunt ever again.”

their opponents from the same. Throughout the night, Malad’s players managed to snag the missed shots in hopes of turning their rebounds into scoring opportunities. As the first quarter was coming to a close, Hubbard grabbed one more rebound for the Dragons and put it up for two points as well as getting fouled on the play. Hubbard finished the play by making the free throw and making it a three point play.

The Dragons were slow to come out as they started the second quarter offensively, but as they worked the ball around and executed their offense, they fell into a rhythm that converted into points on the scoreboard. The Malad offense found that as they passed the ball into the high post at the free throw line, they could either connect with an open wing for a shot on the arc or could turn and take it to the hoop for a close shot. Baylor Bean hit multiple shots from

behind the arc after forward Tripp kicked the ball back out after the Bear defense collapsed in, leaving Bean alone on the outside.

As the second half came into play, the Dragons started off hot, scoring five points in less than one minute. Unfortunately, the Bear defense picked back up to keep the Dragons from their fast rolling offense. While the Malad offense wasn’t able to take off, the defense stood strong to keep the Bear’s scoring at a minimum.

Over the latter half of the game, the Dragons held their opponent to only 21 points for the half, less points than they had scored in either the first or second quarter. Head Coach Zach Beutler shared, “We hung in there with them the second half of the

game. We know we can keep up with them, it's just a matter of playing consistently like that for four quarters. We just never could catch back up from that first quarter run” The final score of the game was Malad 35, Bear Lake 68.

Just two days later, the Dragons traveled to Aberdeen for their second matchup against the Tigers. Malad showed good energy as they began the first quarter of the game, trailing 16-20 behind Aberdeen, the second ranked team in the district. But as the second quarter wore on, that same energy and level of competition waned. Once again, the Dragons were able to bounce back as they came into the second half of the game, scoring 19 points to Aberdeen’s 20 in the third quarter.

Moving into the final quarter, the team once again struggled to connect with the basket, falling farther behind the Tiger’s lead. As the final buzzer rang out Malad was down 47-73.

Coach Beutler shared that it has been a real struggle over the last several weeks to find that team connection and chemistry for the team. Unfortunately the team has struggled with injury, illness and other issues that have forced players to miss practices. Despite the challenges the team is facing on and off the court, those players dedicated to their team and to the game have proven that they aren’t willing to give up yet. The team has one final game against Soda Springs before they will play for a spot in the district tournament.

Senior Dragon Cheerleaders with Coaches

Baylor Bean goes up for a shot at Aberdeen.

Jaden Ward fires off the shot against Bear Lake.

The Lady Dragon basketball season has come to a bittersweet end after their 2A District 5 tournament play. The players, coaches and fans had high hopes for a bid to the state tournament but the team fell just short of going on. Despite the disappointing end to the season, the Malad girl’s basketball team went out on a high note that leaves both the team and fans excited for the season to come.

The opening game for the #2 seeded Lady Dragons was held in Malad on Thursday, February 2 as they played against the third seed, West Side Pirates. After their big win against the Pirates on their home court, West Side had revenge in their sights and would take nothing but a victory. The passion and aggression fueled the Pirates to play in a way that the Lady Dragons hadn’t seen and weren’t quite prepared for.

The stands were packed as the Lady Dragons hit the floor Thursday night. Excited and nervous for the game, Malad began the game a little flat and out of their groove. It seemed that with every possession they would miss their shots or they would simply turn the ball over. Despite their best efforts with small bursts of energy and good moments here and there, the Lady Dragons just couldn’t get their game to take off.

As they moved into the second quarter, things began to pick up on the defensive end of the court. They were able to more consistently cover the floor, stop the ball and force West Side to rush their shots and turn over the ball. Offensively they continued to struggle to find good openings to score and in those moments that they could get a shot off, it just

wouldn’t didn’t seem to fall. Malad ended the first half down, 14-25.

Coming into the third quarter, the Lady Dragons finally settled into their game although the play on the court didn’t quite convert to points on the scoreboard, but it was clear to see that Malad was far from giving up on the game that night. Two minutes into the game, Hallie Horsley went up for a shot on the block, missing the shot but drawing the foul. At the free throw line Horsley picked up her first shot and missed the second. West Side managed to grab the rebound after the long bounce, but Oaklie Hebdon and Kiley Miller were quick to trap the ball. Together they forced the turnover that Hebdon put back in for two, bringing the score to 20-27.

On the next Pirate possession, Riglee Petersen, defending the weak side in their zone defense, slipped down to the block and stole the ball to keep West Side from another scoring opportunity. The Lady Dragons began to feel the momentum, making big stops with their full court press and using it to their advantage as they turned fast breaks into scoring opportunities. Emotions were high as both teams upped their intensity, aggression and their physical game on the court.

With 90 seconds left in the third quarter, Hebdon once again stole the ball near half court as the Pirates attempted to break the full court press. The West Side defense caught up to Hebdon just two steps from the basket, jumping to defend Hebdon just as she went up to shoot and essentially knocking her to the ground. The ref failed to call what appeared to have been an obvious foul and the crowd erupted with frus-

tration and annoyance at the omission. This call felt like just another in a long line of missed calls against Malad for the team and the fans. With emotions running high, on and off the court, Coach Trevor Jones called for time out, attempting to shout above the crowd and was answered with a technical foul called against him. Despite being down 20-33 going into the fourth quarter, the Lady Dragons came back to the court with grit and determination that they wouldn’t go down without a fight. Over the next eight minutes, the team found ways to connect with the basket, slow the West Side offense and take control of the game. They battled back from their 13 point deficit, coming back to within seven points as the final buzzer rang out, 38-46. With the fouls wracking up, both teams had several chances to add to their scores from the free throw line. Hebdon went 4/4 from the line, Izzy Haycock 3/4, Miller 4/6, and both Horsley and Peterson 2/3. Horsley led the team with crucial rebounds in the game, grabbing five offense and six defensive rebounds with Peterson adding another seven. Hebdon brought in 14 points to the scoreboard with Miller and Horsley contributing six points each.

The loss scheduled Malad to next play Bear Lake Saturday, February 4 in Malad. The Lady Dragons managed to take a small lead early in the game over the Bears and managed to keep the lead into the second quarter. Slowly, Bear Lake began to chip away at the lead to take over as the first half came to an end, Malad down 1923. The Bears came out for the third quarter just where they had left

off, attacking the basket and finding ways to keep the Lady Dragons from scoring. Just as it seemed that Bear Lake would run away with the game, Malad had a surge of energy and momentum to finish the game that was palpable for everyone in the gym.

With only one quarter left of their entire 2022/2023 season left to play, the Lady Dragons decided that they truly were going to leave everything they had on the court. Peterson first stepped up to make some crucial defensive stops that turned into even bigger scoring opportunities for Malad. Nearly two minutes into the game, they had cut the Bear’s twelve point lead in half and were gunning for more. Haycock took a quick outside shot that Bear Lake managed to tip to make it fall short of the hoop. Horsley managed to grab it out of the air and put it up for a quick

layup, as if the two had planned such a shot.

Desperate to keep their lead, Bear Lake began playing much more aggressively which quickly turned into fouls, giving Malad’s players a chance to hit it from the free throw line. The Lady Dragons took advantage while they could, hitting ten crucial shots over the last quarter to close the gap on the scoreboard. Peterson brought the score to within four points as grabbed the loose ball inside the Dragon key and quickly put it up for another two points. With 20 seconds left and after fouling out two Bear Lake players, Malad brought the score up within one shot after Peterson came in for the weak side rebound and put it right back up for two points. Bear Lake had one final trip to the free throw line, hitting both shots and securing the win, 56-61.

It was a disappoint-

ing loss to say the least, but the huge defensive stops, quick steals, and 29 points in the fourth quarter have kept the Lady Dragon basketball fire alive. Coach Trevor Jones shared, “We have always said you can’t count these girls out until the game is done. There is NO QUIT in these girls.” They certainly demonstrated that in both of their district games, playing to the final moment even when the odds were stacked against them. At the conclusion of the games, Coach Jones had nothing but praise for his team, a team he and his coaches have come to know and love. “There is a lot we are still working on and needing to learn. But they have come so far and we are so proud of them. Each player brought something to the team, especially our seniors that helped lead out on and off the court.”

Dragon Doings

By The Malad High School Journalism Class

HOSA

By: Addison Williams and Paisley Smith

The HOSA Club had an EMT Water Rescue Training at Lava Hot Springs on February 2nd. At this training they learned the important techniques and procedures of a water rescue. The students got to go to different stations with certain scenarios and got to see the solution and the procedure to follow.

Abby Rosenquist said, “My favorite part was probably learning how to put a backboard on someone in the water.” She also said that they got to interact with different schools and learn with a lot of different people. This training helped the students prepare for many emergencies that could occur during water activities.

Malad Academic Team

Daniel Lenaghen, Kendan McCullough

Last Thursday our Malad Dragon Academic Team competed against our district and came out on top in one of three matches. As the battle of wits raged on, our Malad Dragon Academic Team fought hard but the odds were stacked against us and our opponents pulled ahead in the final moments of the games. Even though two losses occurred within the past few weeks, we think things are looking hopeful for the next match. The logic behind this is due to the losses that have motivated the whole team to try their best and surpass their previous shortcomings.

Hallie Horsley at the free throw line against Bear Lake.

Coach Jones inspiring his players during a timeout.

Riglee Peterson after getting fouled as she went up for the layup on a fast break after stealing the ball.

Brynlee Jones pulled out some big shots from behind the 3 point line.