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“Joseph” brings Broadway production to town

Congratulations to everyone involved in the fantastic production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s classic sung-through musical, “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” The play, which is famously demanding in terms of its rapid pacing and high production design, was professionally directed, acted and staged, and thunderously applauded by the audience.

Director David Teeples, along with assistant directors Elyzabeth Teeples, Travis Huckaby, Kellianne Huckaby, and Chalae Teeples put on an exceptionally well-orchestrated production that spotlighted a number of impressive young leads, and allowed a chance for everyone involved to shine throughout the play. Considering that the play involves almost no dialogue outside of singing, the performance was execut-

ed with a high degree of precision and momentum.

Choreographers Lacey Joy Clark and Ashley Price, as

well as student choreographer Kaleigh Worrell, also did a fantastic job of making the scenes dynamic and us-

ing the stage space efficiently to maximize the visual

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School Bond Election Next Tuesday

After many months of lead-up and interest, the bond equalization vote which will determine whether or not a new Malad Elementary School can be constructed will finally be put before voters next Tuesday, March 14. Polls will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Event Center at the Fairgrounds, and turnout is expected to be fairly consistent throughout the day. As required by the bonding process, two-thirds of voters must vote “YES” in order for the bond to pass.

Over the last several months, both community members and organizations have made their views on the new school known, with the City Council, Board of County Commis-

sioners, School District, and PTO expressing firm support for the project, and others expressing concerns or reservations. Ultimately, the voters of Oneida County will decide the direction the future of education in the district into the foreseeable future.

According to those who have worked in, sent children to, and attended the Malad Elementary, the current school is well-loved. It has provided a place for the excellent education of thousands of students by hundreds of dedicated teachers, administrators, and staff for the past 70 years. But, according to many of the same people as well as district administrators, the two-story build-

ing has major construction problems that cause safety concerns, that do not allow for the use of up-to-date technology, and that cost the District excessive heating bills.

The appearance and old-fashioned design of the current elementary building has discouraged some people from moving to Malad. John Williams, CEO of the local hospital, stated that the hospital has had problems recruiting doctors, nurses, and other staff because the condition of the elementary school has discouraged professional people from potentially

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Governor Phil Batt dies Flags in Idaho will remain lowered in honor of the passing of former Governor Phil Batt, who died on Saturday, his 96th birthday. Batt served as Idaho’s governor from 1995 to 1999. He also served as a legislator, Lieutenant Governor, and Idaho Republican Party Chairman. The Idaho Senate Majority Caucus said in a statement, “Governor Batt's conservative leadership and vision helped shape Idaho future and reflected his commitment to limited government, individual freedom, and traditional values… We will miss Governor Batt deeply, but we are grateful for our time with him and the lessons he taught us. We know his legacy will continue to inspire generations of leaders to come.”

Four Americans kidnapped in Mexico over weekend

Four U.S. citizens were kidnapped at gunpoint from their vehicle in Matamoros, Mexico on Friday, in what is believed to be a case of mistaken identity. According to the most recent information from both the Mexican and U.S. authorities, the group was believed to be in Mexico for medical care in an example of what is often termed “medical tourism.” They were potentially mistaken by a drug cartel for a rival group and kidnapped. Authorities on both sides of the border are working to fully ascertain the situation.

Roof collapses on Lava Hot Springs landmark

Last Wednesday, the roof of the iconic Blue Moon Bar and Grill in Lava Hot Springs unexpectedly collapsed, briefly trapping two people. Both people were recovered safely and transported to regional medical facilities. The building dates back to the 1930s, and the bar itself has been a staple of the Lava Springs area for decades, popular with tourists and locals alike. Local authorities point out how glad they are that no one was seriously injured in the event, and that it did not occur on a heavily populated weekend. They also suggest that the collapse was likely caused by excessively heavy snow accumulation on the roof, and recommend that others monitor their roofs for any signs of structural weakness. The official load requirements for roofs in Bannock County are 50 lbs per square foot.

A number of snowmobile accidents in region result in fatalities

On Friday of last week, two snowmobilers died in unrelated accidents, and a third was eventually rescued in the backcountry on Sunday. Andrew Stoddard, of Bannock County died in a crash near Downey near the Cottonwood area, according to officials.

Christopher Berg of Arizona died in another crash west of West Yellowstone later that day. A third snowmobiler became separated from his party of the weekend without a cell phone. He was located safely later in the day on Sunday. Authorities advise people to avoid traveling alone, and to keep emergency supplies and phones with them.

Joseph (Bridger DeJong) in bondage after Potiphar sends him to prison during the Oxford Peak Arts Council's production of the musical "Joseph"

Pharoah (Kolton Cox) asks Joseph (DeJong) to interpret his dream

"JOSEPH"

“Joseph” brings Broadway production to town

dimensions of the story. Costumes by Shannon Worrell and Carolee Cox were another key component of the production. Along with the makeup, costuming choices were great adaptations of the original stage productions, with some modern updates that helped keep the story fresh nearly 55 years after its first run.

Not enough can be said about the Lighting, run by Jeff Richins, Elyzabeth Teeples, and Conner Worrell, which was key to the moods required throughout the play’s evolving storyline.

The set design and props were outstanding, with Jeni Sperry, Jeremy DeJong, and Ada Campbell deserving special praise for the quality and craft involved. The stage crew of Mordecai Charles (who celebrated a birthday), Ada Campbell, Jeni Sperry, Ella Sperry, Paige Wilson, and Kala Layton keeping things moving swiftly throughout.

“Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” is a retelling of the story of the Biblical Joseph’s betrayal by his brothers, his imprisonment by Potiphar, and his rise to power in the court of Pharoah. Joseph (Bridger DeJong) receives a coat of many colors (red and yellow and green and brown…) from his father Jacob (Daniel Lenaghen), and his family which causes his eleven brothers to become jealous and throw him into a well. He is saved from death by passing merchants, but sold into slavery to Potiphar (also Daniel Lenaghen), whose wife (Makiya Shulz) eventually accuses him of assault after he rejects her advances.

Joseph is thrown into jail, where he gains notoriety as the interpreter of the dreams of the baker (Kaleigh Worrell) and the Butler (Sarah Young). Eventually, word of this gets to Pharoah (Kolton Cox), who calls upon Joseph to interpret his

troubling dreams. Joseph predicts an upcoming famine, allowing the kingdom to plan ahead and avoid catastrophe.

In the meantime, Jacob’s family suffers through the famine, leading them to approach Pharoah for food. Joseph, after initially teasing his youngest brother Benjamin (Jayson Spencer), reveals his identity to his family, forgives them, and everyone is reunited in a final song medley.

Throughout the play, the Narrator (Lolee Teeples) and her two companions (Raegan Smith and Natalie Webster) provide a running commentary on events, almost entirely in the form of song. The demands on all of the actors to not only memorize lines, tunes, and choreography were high, but the Narrator and backup singers moreso than anyone else as they were threaded through nearly every scene in the play. All three of them did an impressive job, with a range of standout dance and song numbers, as well as a need to convey energy and clarity throughout. Teeples definitely created a consistent and impressive vocal throughline for the play.

The other major players in the production

NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGER/GENERAL CONTRACTOR SERVICES

Oneida County is seeking proposals from qualified individuals and/or firms for Construction Manager/General Contractor services regarding the construction of the Oneida County Weed Department Building and for the remodel of the Oneida County Courtroom.

Oneida County will accept Statements of Qualifications from parties interested in providing the services until 5:00 p.m. May 1, 2023. All Statements of Qualifications must be received by Oneida County at its physical location at 10 Court St., Malad City, Id 83252 at the County Clerk’s Office on or before the deadline. Submittals received after the deadline will not be considered.

Oneida County will negotiate a contract with the Respondent determined by Oneida County in its sole discretion to be best qualified to perform the services. Prior to selection, Oneida County may request certain Respondents to make presentations or provide additional information to the Review Committee. Oneida County reserves the right to reject any and all Statements of Qualifications for any reason at any time prior to execution of an agreement with the Respondent selected by Oneida County to perform the services; to waive any and all informalities in the process; and to extend the period of time for the acceptance of Statement of Qualifications in its sole discretion. A full Request for Qualifications is available at the Oneida County Courthouse by contacting the Clerk’s office at 208-766-4116 extension 100, or a digital copy is available free of charge by contacting Tory Richardson at (801) 367-6337. There is a $75.00 non-refundable charge payable to Oneida County for Respondents requesting a hard copy. Oneida County is an equal opportunity employer.

were also impressive. In order for the character of Joseph to work, the actor needs to be convincing and charismatic, which Bridger DeJong handled to a high degree. From a captivating spotlight performance in “Close Every Door” to leading large ensembles in numbers like “Pharoah’s Dream Explained,” DeJong was magnetic in all of his scenes.

Similarly, Kolton Cox owned the role of Pharoah, an Elvis-like rock star in the classic Webber production. Playing a character with the swagger of an Elvis and properly conveying the confidence necessary to put the character over can be difficult, but Cox was equal to DeJong’s energy in their shared scenes. Additionally, Cox excelled at capturing a King-style vocal performance—so much so that he was able to carry to the back of the room during a microphone outage without missing a beat.

Daniel Lenaghen should also be noted for filling two distinct roles—Jacob and Potiphar—and making them distinct from one another in voice and performance. His Potiphar, especially, managed to be menacing and entertaining at once. Makiya Shulz, as Potiphar’s wife, was also impressive at conveying the emotional energy of the scene, which was physicality as much as song.

While the major players were all very impressive, those fulfilling the smaller roles were also fantastic. The production has been in rehearsal for long

hours over the last few months, and it certainly shows. The timing, staging, and choreography of the often dozens of actors on stage at once was extremely well done. The large ensemble numbers, from “Jacob and Sons” to “One More Angel in Heaven” to “Joseph all the Time” and the “Megamix” were visually captivating, and the dance choreography was very well done, especially considering a full cast on stage, allowing many of the actors spotlight dances throughout.

In addition to the marquee players, Curtis Huckaby played Reuben, Gavin Price played Simeon, Hayes Teeples played Judah, Aubree

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This employee will be a comprehensive Team member in all areas of the clerk’s office including document recording, elections, financial reporting, auditing, payroll, and courts and will cross train in each discipline. This position requires strong organizational, computer and financial skills and will require learning new software. Benefits include paid medical and dental coverage for the employee and retirement benefits as administered by PERSI. Entry level wages will be offered based on qualifications with future increases available upon increased learning and proficiency of the job. Interested applicants may apply in the clerk’s office at the county court house located at 10 Court Street, Malad, Idaho. Applications can also be obtained by calling 208-766-4116 or by sending a request to lcolton@oneidaid.us. Resumes recommended. Oneida County is a non-discriminatory employer. Veteran preference applied.

Palmer played Judah’s wife. Levi and his wife were played by Joshua Pickett and Serena Whipple; Naphtali and his wife were played by Joe Willie and Lindi Young; Issachar and his wife were played by Adi Schow and Alivia Wladron; Asher and his wife were played by Tabitha Webster and Myriam Teeples; Dan and his wife were played by Aubrey Corbett and Daisy Huckaby; Zebulon and his wife were played by Maren Sperry and Makiya Shulz; Gad and his wife were played by Jens Huckaby and Madelyn Shawl and Pharoah’s handmaidens were played by Johannah Zabriskie and Mary Zabriske.

The Choir, Egyptian servants, staff, and Ishmaelites were played by Katy Carter, Abbie Cox, Bentley Jones, Doris Young, Nicole White, William Whipple, Kallen Price, London Hess, Daisy Huckaby, Anna Chipman, Jade Charles, Bentley Teeples, Cumorah Carter, McCall Clark, Dot Teeples, Kayla Wilson, Saige Cox, Mary Zabriskie, and Johannah Zabriskie.

Another major star of the production was the design and construction of the stage itself. In order to capture the famously bombastic nature of an Andrew Lloyd Webber musical and the theme of the play, the set is an impressive design, with dynamic lighting

elements, a large pyramidal platform, and dozens of impressive flourishes. Lighting was used very artfully to color such set pieces as “Those Canaan Days” (in which Jacob’s family laments their current state of despair),

“Benjamin Calypso” (a reggae lament about Benjamin’s seeming fate) and “Close Every Door” (which finds Joseph in prison). The Pharoah’s standout set piece “Song of the King” was an impressively staged element that did an excellent job of recreating a Vegas atmosphere on the stage.

Sponsors for the event include F.M., Anne G. and Beverly B. Bistline Foundation, Gary and Carolee Cox (costume sponsors), Hess Lumber (set sponsors), David and Chalae Teeples, ATC Communications, Edith’s Collective, Ireland Bank, Idaho Community Foundation, Rocky Mountain Power Foundation, Oxford Peak Arts Council, the Malad Valley Theater Guild, and the Malad High School Drama Club.

The remaining performances will be held on March 9, 10, and 11 at 7:00 p.m., with a matinee on Saturday 11 at 2:30 p.m. Make a trip to the MES Auditorium to support the Oxford Peak Arts Council and the Malad High School Drama Club, as well as dozens of talented local actors! Tickets are $12 at the door.

Joseph’s family seeks aid from Pharoah

Joseph meets with his family on Pharoah’s behalf, before revealing his identity.

Joseph is reunited with his father Jacob (Daniel Lenaghen)

“Joseph” was an amazing production

Grandparents Only

Not recommended for parents or kids

By Dotty Evanson

So, Grandma Dot is going to get a little political. I want to address three issues in reference to the bond for a new elementary school in our community. The issues are: 1) The building is old, same age as me, and in much worse shape. 2) We can build a new school for our kids without a tax increase. 3) Emotionally, we all need to take a deep breath and do what is right for the community.

Issue #1: It’s a fact that remodeling the old elementary would cost millions. And, when it is finished we would still have an old building that isn’t earthquake safe. While remodeling there would be no place to educate the students. Also, if the building had architectural significance, it may be worth the output and the risk, but it doesn’t. It is a box full of big cracks, cracks that appeared after earthquakes.

Issue #2: We have tried to pass bonds for a new school before and barely missed the super majority Idaho requires. In hindsight, the opposition has been a blessing because we find ourselves in a situation now where the school can be built with no increase in tax

dollars. That situation could change down the road. The timing is perfect right now. Raising taxes was the problem for many who voted ‘no’ before. That is not a problem now. Taxes will not go up because the state has provided an equalization formula to help counties that are poor. We are poor and qualify for that help if we pass the bond. It is the law. Yet, there are still some who do not want to provide an upto-date facility for our children. I find myself wondering why?

Issue #3: When we first started looking at building a new school, I was the principal of Malad Elementary, and I was not on board to knock it down. I wanted to remodel. I loved the space. I loved the building. However, a local person who had a lot of experience in constructing schools took the time to explain the futility of remodeling my beloved box. He convinced me that even with remodeling, the school wasn’t a good option for our community based on the cost of the remodel and the end-product we would have. I listened and I learned. Now, to be honest, I must say this same construction guy was against passing the bond when we finally got quotes

for what a new school would cost. He felt the tax increase would be a burden to the property owners. That is now a moot point. When faced with the facts, my emotional attachment to the building had to be abandoned in favor of what is best for our kids and our community. If I can leave the box behind, anyone can. I’m pretty sure the county nor the city could afford to “inherit” a building that needs as much work as Malad Elementary needs. (I would have to pay a fortune to play pickleball there.)

In summary, the Good Life often requires change. I hope we can all take a deep breath, evaluate honestly, and do what is right for our kids and our community. I trust the people who have researched, worked, and planned to help us move forward. One of the primary rules of good decision making is to check your source. Be wise. Let’s pass this bond with a 90% majority. We’re reasonable folk who love the Good Life and our kids!

Dotty Evanson is a columnist with the Enterprise. Her views do not necessarily reflect those of the paper itself, or Loyal Perch Media.

WINTER ODDITIES

One curiosity of the kind of winter we’ve had this year are icicles forming at strange angles. A combination of wind, daytime thawing, and nighttime freezing can lead to situations where hanging icicles form at near 45 degree angles. The two images capture a few of those formations on Monday morning.

BIRTHDAYS

Charlotte Allen, March 10

Audra Crane, March 10

James Smith, March 10

Gloria Tubbs, March 10

Kassidy Willie, March 10

Elise Reel, March 11

Karen Glover, March 11

Bri Adams, March 12

Tad Davis, March 12

Terrel Davis, March 12

Shancee Smith, March 12

April Tapp, March 12

Jordan Williams, March 12

Brady Bosworth, March 13

Madison Edwards, March 13

Marilyn Goddard, March 13

Debra Howard, March 13

Norma Lasa, March 13

Justin Moon, March 13

Patsy Bybee, March 14

Judith Jones, March 14

Crystal Marble, March 14

Amie Marshall, March 14

Jaycee Sweeten, March 14

Jerry Thomas, March 14

Ammon Treasure, March 14

Camie Tripp, March 14

Cody Boot, March 15

Calvin Garrett, March 15

Braun Hill, March 15

Aspen Hubbard, March 15

Wendy Jones, March 15

David Kent, March 15

Caitlyn Boel, March 16

Ray Davis, March 16

Jan Edwards, March 16

Paige Moeller, March 16

Ethan Reel, March 16

Polly Scott, March 16

Trevon Tapp, March 16

Heather Clark, March 16

Cody Jamal Andersen, March 16

Sen. Kelly Anthon, D 27

As the legislative session continues in Boise, I am grateful for the feedback I have received from residents in Oneida County.

I am particularly grateful for the support and kindness from new Oneida County friends who have visited me at the Capitol or reached out with words of encouragement. It is my honor to represent Oneida County in the Idaho State Senate.

This week, I have worked to advance legislation I have drafted and sponsored regarding “ESG” standards. “ESG” stands for environmental, social, and governance. Recently, we have seen Idaho institutions attempt to use subjective ESG standards when deciding who wins Idaho bids and who earns Idaho contracts. For example, one government institution planning to build a public building in Idaho decided to award a construction company with more ‘diversity’ and environmental friendly policies instead of choosing the most qualified, least-cost contractor. Unfortunately, this awarding of public contracts and bids using “ESG” standards hurts Idaho businesses and

4-H Swine Club meets to prepare for Fair season

costs Idaho taxpayers more than necessary; it produces waste and an uneven playing field – it’s not good for Idaho. I am hopeful that passage of this bill will keep a straight-forward public bidding process that awards good public-works contractors based on competitive cost bidding.

Much of the work the Legislature has taken up this year is due to the terrible inflation we are experiencing in Idaho. Inflation in the Pacific Northwest has outpaced the national average and Idaho families feel the effects of inflation every time they buy basic goods. The inflation we are experiencing is, in large part, the result of federal energy policies and federal spending advanced by the Biden administration. However, state legislators are looking to lower taxes and make other adjustments to help Idahoans. I continue to pursue property tax and ‘circuit breaker’ legislation that will reduce the property tax burden.

Again, I welcome your input. During the session, you can reach my office at (208) 332-1327. My email address is KAnthon@senate.idaho.gov

Sincerely, Kelly Anthon District 27, Idaho State Senate

4-H Swine Club instructor Tressie Carter kicked off the Fair season for those hoping to raise and submit a pig for this year’s competition last week, as she walked 4-H student both new and returning through the basics of walk to look for and be aware of as they cultivate their hopefully prizewinning swine.

“Your breeder is going to be your friend and your go-to in this process,” Carter explained. “Most breeders will never sell you a pig that is injured or sick, but that doesn’t mean you don’t need to know what to look for.” Carter questioned those in attendance about what sorts of features to look for in pigs they were interested in purchasing for their projects, and received a range of informed responses. “Muscle,” was one response. “Gait,” was another.

Despite many of the students’ familiarity with the Fair competition process, both Carter and Extension Educator Sawyer Fonnesbeck provided more detailed information about the particulars of identifying and taking care of high quality swine in a competitive environment.

Fonnesbeck explained the importance of determining when to switch feed types in order to maintain maximum growth and health during the process. The market weigh-in date for swine is May 9, and the animal must have been under the possession of the 4-H student for 70 days prior to the weigh-in. The current minimum weight for a market

pig is 220 poounds, while the standard for a top pig is around 260 pounds.

Carter explained the ideal body shape for a high quality swine, as well as some areas of development to watch out for, including foot development, and neck muscle. Because pigs can grow one to two pounds a day during this process, she stressed it was important to make sure that the growth was a healthy balance of fat and muscle. “It’s easier to watch the weight while they’re growing than to try to take it off later.”

The Extension Office will be offering a number of classes during the Spring Break holiday to help young 4-H students with their market livestock.

Margo Wekenman passed away peacefully in her home in Palouse, Washington on January 9th 2023. None of us expected her light to dim so soon. Margo was such a vivacious human, we thought she would outlive us all.

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Curlew Senior Citizens’ Menu

Every Meal Served with Juice/Milk/Coffee

March 14 – Potato

Soup, Chicken Sandwich, Salad Bar, Applesauce, Muffins, Dessert March 16 – Ham, Cheesy Potatoes, Salad Bar, Fruit, Dessert

Malad Senior Citizens’ Menu

Every Meal Served with Juice/Milk/Coffee

March 10 – Spaghetti w/Meat Sauce, Spinach Salad, Fruit Salad, Bread Sticks, Dessert March 15 – Corned

Beef, Cabbage, Carrots, Potatoes, Rolls, Dessert

Margo was born January 7th, 1948 in Malad, Idaho to Ren and Sally Thomson. She had four siblings who adored her. Margo came from a very loving, kind, community-minded family and it showed in every facet of her life. When you met her you knew you were loved. Her small town upbringing taught her compassion and the importance of community.

Margo started college at the University of Idaho to persue a degree in art. A rebellious career for a woman of the time, she always did what she wanted. Much to her surprise, instead of a degree, she got a baby. It was 1970 and Margo put her college career on hold to give birth to her first child, Stephanie Wade. She married Jeff Wade and eventually settled in Rexburg, Idaho. Two years later, Timothy Wade was born. Margo and her kids lived in Rexburg until 1978 when Margo decided to revisit her dream of becoming an artist. She left Rexburg and headed back to Moscow, Idaho to finish her degree in art at the University of Idaho. She received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in 1981.

Margo loved art and could do anything. She worked in all mediums. She painted, sculpted, made jewelry, ceramics, and also printmaking. She excelled in art school, often bringing her kids along to work alongside her in the art building. She taught her kids a love for art and showed them how to find beauty in the world through creation. She was incredibly gifted. Her kids loved watching her create and learning how to make art from her. She showed them that art was everywhere and that it made the world a beautiful place.

Margo eventually made her way to Palouse after marrying Rick Wekenman. Margo found her paradise in Palouse.

Palouse was a sleepy town when she moved there, she quickly became acquainted with the community and found she loved it there. As the years went by, Margo became more vital to the community. She became a member of the Palouse Arts Council. She worked with local artists to create The Palouse Art Walk. She did this for fifteen years. Her true joy in Palouse was Haunted Palouse. Another community activity. This is where Margo thrived and could really showcase her love for

Halloween. Margo became known as the Queen of Haunted Palouse. Her creativity, costume design and ability to freak people out earned her that title. She loved scaring people, she loved working with the community to put this event on. It was her time to shine, she loved Halloween. Through these activities, Margo expanded her community. She is spoken of so highly by anyone that knows her. She was the glue that held her community together. She helped people connect and she really spent time getting to know people. Her passing has left so many with holes in their hearts. She was always the first to offer help, she always had a gift ready for any occasion. Margo touched the hearts of everyone she met and was always ready with open arms to hug you whenever you needed it. She opened her heart and home to many and has left a mark on this world that is beyond words.

Margo leaves behind her daughter Stephanie, her son Tim, her grandchildren, Lydia, Oliver, and Harvey. Her siblings, Bones, Marc, Jan and Eric. Her nieces, Sara Dawn, Cheri Jo, Tera, Sally, Poppy, Sara Margo, and Ellie. Her husband, Rick Wekenman. Her soulmate, Mary Welcome and so many others who loved her immensely. Her love, light, laughter and headstrong ways will always keep her community bright. We will miss you Margo, thank you for touching our lives and growing our hearts.

In lieu of flowers, please support her love and passion for art and community and donate to the Palouse Arts Council PO Box 290

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Tressie Carter speaks to 4-H members planning to raise pigs for this year's Fair

Long Winter on the Ranch

By Allison Eliason

They say weather is a pretty superficial topic to discuss, but I think when you have been knee deep in snow for as long as Oneida County has, it really hits a little deeper, especially when your livelihood is directly impacted by what Mother Nature throws at you. Already a full week into March and the snow still knee deep, a spring thaw just can’t come fast enough.

Just last week, I was sharing some of our current weather woes with my dad, telling him about taking hay down to the cows in the middle of a blizzard, how the road was covered in drifts and if we stopped we would have likely been stuck for the night, and how after riding around looking for cold calves left in the snow, my coveralls were so stiff they could nearly stand up on their own. He patiently listened and would say things like “I know how hard it is” and “we keep praying for you” and “hang in there.” And as he did I couldn’t help but think back to some of those brutal winter experiences he was speaking from.

Anytime we talk about hard winter weather or my dad sees an intense storm rolling in, there is a little shudder that rolls down his spine that takes him back to a particular winter that, for him, has never been topped. To this day, he lays awake at night when he hears the wind howling on a cold winter calving night as those memories come creeping right back in.

My dad always starts the story at the Montana Winter Fair held in Bozeman in January 1989. The fair is held in the quiet of January to celebrate “Montana’s world-class agricultural production and enviable western way of life” before the busy calving season begins. As they

had done in the past, my dad and brothers had taken a few bulls to show in the livestock contest to do a little marketing and networking. Over the few days of the fair, the buzz of a big winter storm moving in from the north was all anyone could talk about. It wasn’t like it is today with everyone on social media sharing the pending storm or the weatherman dissecting the storm in a million different ways, with all sorts of charts and graphs and maps to illustrate the severity of the storm. They knew there was a storm coming but had no idea it would be as devastating as it would turn out to be. Slowly, stories started trickling in from the various northern ranchers. They were talking of plummeting temperatures, easily dropping 50-60 degrees in an hour and accompanied by snow and gusting winds.

Knowing that there was work to be done on the ranch, dad and the boys left the fair before it was over and began the long drive home.

Dad vividly remembers following the painted yellow dashes as he drove down the middle of the freeway because it was really the only way to know where the road was with all the snow coming down. As they drove the last 30 miles, they were the only vehicle as the roads had been closed ahead and behind them. They got home in the early evening, checked to make sure everything was OK and then settled in for the night, not knowing the hell that was about to break loose the next day.

Dad’s first priority the next morning was to get the herd moved down into the willows where they would have more protection. Unfortunately, those stubborn cows would not move. They tried everything from chasing them on horseback and 4 wheelers to luring them with

the feed truck but nothing worked. Trying to do the next best thing, dad had the guys feed the herd below the haystack where they could get some sort of windbreak. Not having an enclosed tractor back then, they would feed for a bit and then go warm up in the truck and then head back out to feed some more.

As the day wore on, the temperatures continued to drop and winds picked up. They were hearing devastating stories of pipes carrying water from the hot springs freezing over, church and school boilers freezing, and even a train careening off its tracks as it barrelled into Helena because the brakes had frozen over.

They had even heard of some ranchers taking their prize winning bulls home from the fair and finding them frozen dead in their trailers when they got home. The winds in some places were approaching 100 miles an hour, peeling roofs off and blowing trains off the tracks. The front that was settling in would be nothing short of insane. Heading in the house that first night, dad remembers trying to get Tigger, his loyal ranch dog, to come in the house and out of the cold, something he

normally refused to do. Tigger gave him one last look, turned back, and ran off and was never seen again.

For days the cold and wind kept on and it was all dad could do to keep the cows warm, fed, and the water open. When there was a small break in the wind, they were finally able to move the herd to a more protected area. My brothers talk about how when they headed out, they opted to ride their horses bareback in order to take advantage of the heat coming off their mount’s back. Despite everything they were doing, day after day they would find cows with frozen ears, bobbed tails and even frozen teats.

Eventually, the harsh weather let up but just as soon as the temperatures rebounded from the brutal cold front, a second storm, nearly just as bad, came through. And then, like some awful sort of deja vu, a third storm came through just a couple of weeks later.

At this stage, it wasn’t just grown cows they were trying to keep warm. The herd had begun calving when the latter storms rolled through, adding an even greater challenge. It almost seemed impossible to keep a newborn calf from freezing to the ground before he had

a chance. The heavy cows, those ready to calve any day, were kept close to the house so they could keep a constant watch over them and give those new babies the best fighting chance they could.

With the series of storms, their fierce temperatures and blustering winds, my dad recalls weeks on end of coming in for the night knowing two hard truths. First, that he had done all he could do that day. He was physically, mentally and emotionally exhausted as he spent every waking hour working and worrying to keep the animals alive. The second hard truth was that he knew his efforts still wouldn’t be enough for some. That despite all the work, there would still be calves that would die from the cold and that some cows just couldn’t keep warm. And that every morning would inevitably bring the answer to the question of just how bad the night was.

Of course the cold eventually let up and they learned to move on from the losses they had, but the memories

and experiences of those brutally hard days are still as clear and as real as the day they happened. I don’t share these stories asking for a pity party or a woe-is-me kind of moment. I share these stories so people can understand just what it takes for farmers and ranches around the country to raise the very vital livestock and crops for families around the world. We all have our hard days, where all we can do is keep putting out a little feed, keep bringing in the cold calves and keep giving our all when we know it probably won’t be enough. We keep doing it because giving up just isn’t an option.

This winter has been unusually intense for local ranchers, especially as deep winter persists through calving season

SCHOOL GOALS

Kindergarten

Count to 100

Reiss

Hunter Apple, Brittany Baker, Lukas Deschamps, Autumn Donnan, Oakley Duessler, Hagen England, Weston

Hansen, Bridger Jones, Elizabeth Kelley, Raelynn Patterson, Addisyn Richardson, Madeline Shandrew, Gracie Smith, Porter Snow, Kalista Winward, and Lilli

Wright.

Crossley:

AM Class:

Tate Curtis

Jacob Roe

Samuel Tooke

Quinn VanBebber

PM Class:

Hyrum Jenkins

Brown:

Clara Barnes

Michael Peterson

Maylee Hanks

Mikayla Thorpe

Ryan Apple

Emmett McClellan

Gatlin steed

Rhett Price

Hutch hess

Rosemary Jackman

Gracie Cutler

Robert Cotter

JoJo Jones

Lydia Clark

Amber Evans

Lillian Blaisdell

Joshua Kelley

1st Grade

First grade goal: I can solve 25 subtraction facts ( or more) correctly in 90 seconds or less. 0-10 math facts

Ipsen

Elle Evanson

Will Deschamps

Braelyn Bastian

Eli Beck

Weston Evans

Barret Burbidge

Vivienne Atkinson

2nd Grade

Our 2nd Grade goal is completing a 28 day kindness challenge.

Mrs. Hawkes' Class

Parker Carson

Hadlie Evans

Aiyana Frankland

Daisy Hawkes

Ryatt Hobbs

Anthony Hofman

Blakely Horsley

Hattie Johnson

Carter Jones

Brett Knight

Zippy McCullough

Brookell Nimer

Aiden Ostrom

Kyler Price

Taycee Smith

SHERIFF'S DISPATCH

Following are recent calls received by dispatchers at the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office. During the week of 2/12 to 3/4, the Sheriff’s Office investigated 94 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, February 12, 2023

• 05:30 Medic Alarm

• 09:32 911 Call. Situation unknown

• 14:25 VIN Inspection

• 19:49 Animal Call

Monday, February 13, 2023

• 14:15 Child Abuse/Neglect Reported

• 19:27 Battery Reported

Tuesday, February 14, 2023

• 21:33 Agency Assist. Abandoned vehicle

Wednesday, February 15, 2023

• 02:33 Traffic Complaint. Motorist

SCHOOL MENU

Malad Elementary Breakfast

Monday, March 13 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Pizza, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Tuesday. March 14 - Cereal Assortment, Morning Round, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Wednesday, March 15 - Cereal Assortment, Mini Pancake, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Thursday, March 16 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Bar, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Malad Middle Breakfast

Monday, March 13 - Cereal Assortment, Muffins, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Tuesday, March 14 - Cereal Assortment, Sausage Egg Biscuit, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Wednesday, March 15 - Cereal Assortment, Ultra Slice Sweet Bread, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Thursday, March 16 - Cereal Assortment, Waffle, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Mccall Summers

Easton Valentine

Ellie Waldron

Kody Wangsgard

Mrs. Ball's Class

Kyler Blaisdell

Ike Carter

Grayson Tooke

Alec Thorpe

Piper Lewis

Riggins Sweeten

Cora Conger

Burke Brown

Cache Lake

Austin Schrenk

Mrs Jones

Wynn Werk

3rd Grade

Students that read at least 300 minutes in Mr. Grote's class during the month of February are:

Adelyn Brower

Sagelyn Cox

Alyssa Cutler

Avery Daniels

Millie Ekstrom

Ali Hanks

Draylyn Jones

Cash Kimberling

Haylen Kimberling

Gracie Nelson

Paisley Olson

Zachary Palmer

Payson Price

Maggie Schow

Brittyn Venable

Lamb

My goal this month is for students to read two 'I Survived' books.

Gannon Steed

Aaron Wall

Lacie Palmer

Gemma Schwartz

Jace Seevers

Dax Beutler

James Peterson

Whittney Roe

4th Grade

Our goal was 7's multiplication facts.

Cook

Hadley Bailey

Mozes McCullough

Paige Eliason

Bryten Bastian

McCall Clark

Cassidy Schrenk

Kaycee Daniels

Karmyn Charles

Annabelle Shandrew

Jaylee Johnson

Rhyze Anderson

Rustin Montgomery

Brynlie Gledhill

Conner Hamilton

Colbie Hammer

Wesley Asay

Schow:

Devin Ball

Isaac Bird

Jase Blaisdell

Bentley Godfrey

Levi Hatch

Lydia Hatch Sofia Hess

Oliver Layton

Bremington Lloyd

Seya Martinsen

Megan Moss

Kinsley Neal

Kiera Ostrom

Taysem Redd

Rosslyn Sanchez

Alyssa Seamons

Ruxin Smith

Ruth Smith

Greyson Stewart

Nora Talbot

Paisley VanBebber

Aidyn Weber

Ivy Wright

Waldron

Leif Ashby

Liam Atikinson

Brody Blaisdell

Cherysh Brees

Kaicen Clark

Eva Coleman

Ruby Coleman

Harper Daniels

Zaira Hamilton

Raygun Hansen

Cache Maroney

Riggin Munns

Elijah Napier

Lineni Lavaka

Kayman Nimer

Daniel Oseguera

Riggin Reeder

Lyla Reel

Declan Summers

Thatcher Sweeten

Andie Talbot

Emery Talbot

5th Grade

Blaisdell

Our February goal was to do eight days of homework in a row.

The kids that were able to accomplish their goal were,

Sawyer Beutler

Macey Bird

Ambria deJong

Gage Higley

Jaxson Kimberling

Maverik Lewis

Jacob Pickett

Jocelynn Purdum

Luke Schow

Ethan Richard

Draven Wise

Allen

Goal was to memorize the Preamble

Sylvie Gleckler

Joclynn Jackman

Tandon Redd

Yasmin Simpson

Morrison Miller

Arianna Stoddart

Ava Fesler

Rebecca Nelson

KaDee Daniels

Logan Cottam

Wheeler Smith

Seth Huckaby

Riker Jones

Dax Nimer

Malad High Breakfast

Monday, March 13 - Cereal As -

sortment, Muffins, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Tuesday, March 14 - Cereal As -

sortment, Sausage Egg Biscuit, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Wednesday, March 15 - Cereal As -

sortment, Ultra Slice Sweet Bread, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Thursday, March 16 - Cereal As -

sortment, Waffle, Fruit, Juice/Milk

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

Malad Elementary Lunch

Monday, March 13 – Chicken

Sandwich, Chips, PBJ/Chex Mix/ Cheese Stick, Food Choice – Celery Sticks, Mandarin Oranges

Tuesday, March 14 – Tex Mex

Mac, Breadstick, PBJ/Chex Mix/ Cheese Stick, Food Choice – Green Beans, Strawberries/Bananas

Wednesday, March 15 – Chicken Tenders, Mashed Potatoes, Roll,

PBJ/Chex Mix/Cheese Stick, Food Choice – Corn, Peaches

Thursday, March 16 – Burrito, Baked Fries, PBJ/Chex Mix/Cheese Stick, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks

Malad Middle Lunch

Monday, March 13 – Corndog, Baked Fries, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Sliced Cucumbers, Peaches

Tuesday, March 14 – Chicken

Parm Casserole, Breadstick, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks, Pears

Wednesday, March 15 – Country

Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Roll, Green Beans, Mixed Fruit

Thursday, March 16 – Nachos w/

Beef, Salad Bar, Food Choice –Corn, Apple

Malad High Lunch

Monday, March 13 – Corndog, Baked Fries, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Sliced Cucumbers, Peaches

Tuesday, March 14 – Chicken

Parm Casserole, Breadstick, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks, Pears

Wednesday, March 15 – Country

Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Roll, Green Beans, Mixed Fruit

Thursday, March 16 – Nachos w/

Beef, Salad Bar, Food Choice –Corn, Apple

SAMPLE

NOTICE OF SPECIAL GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION

Pursuant to the laws of the State of Idaho and the Bond Election Resolution of the Board of Trustees of School District No. 351, Oneida County, State of Idaho (the "District"), adopted on December 20, 2022, notice is hereby given that a Special General Obligation Bond Election will be held in the District on Tuesday, March 14, 2023, beginning at the hour of 8:00 A.M. and closing at the hour of 8:00 P.M. on said date, on the question of whether the District shall be empowered to issue general obligation school bonds of said District in the principal amount not to exceed $29,000,000, to be repaid not later than September 15, 2026.

Said election shall be held at the regular polling places for elections in Oneida County, Idaho, as indicated below:

Precinct #

Polling Location

Malad Precincts 1, 2, 3 and 4 ……………… Oneida County Event Center

459 South Main Street, Malad, ID. West entrance

Precinct 5 – Curlew .……………………….. Mail out Precinct

New voters register at clerk’s office

10 Court St. Malad, Id.

Precinct 6 – Holbrook.…………………........ Mail out Precinct

New voters register at clerk’s office

10 Court St. Malad, Id.

The project to be financed by the sale of the proposed bonds is the cost of (i) acquisition, construction, furnishing and equipping of a new elementary school, including a multi-purpose room for school services and community events, and all relevant lighting, heating, ventilation and sanitation facilities and appliances necessary to maintain and operate the foregoing building and facilities, (ii) demolition of the existing elementary school and costs related thereto, (iii) demolition of the old high school and costs related thereto, (iv) acquisition construction, furnishing and equipping of new baseball and softball fields for Malad High School, and (v) design work for a new field house and auditorium and costs related thereto. The interest rate anticipated on the proposed bond issue is 4.50% per annum. The total amount estimated to be repaid over the life of the bonds, based on the anticipated interest rate, is $19,744,389, consisting of $29,000,000 in principal and $2,804,750 of interest, less $12,060,361 in estimated bond levy equalization payments. The term of the bonds will not exceed September 15, 2026.

The estimated average annual cost to the taxpayer on the proposed bond levy is a tax of $1,389 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value, per year, based on current conditions. However, the District currently has adequate revenues from sources other than a bond levy to fund the portion of the bond payments not funded from state bond levy equalization payments, and accordingly expects that the actual tax impact of the bond per $100,000 of taxable assessed value will be $0.00.

As of March 14, 2023, the total existing bonded indebtedness of the District, including interest accrued, is $0.

#5479-3-9-23-T1

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

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that ROBERT C. HARRISON has been appointed personal representative of the estate of the above-named decedent. All persons having claims against the decedent or the estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred.

Claims must be presented to the undersigned at the address indicated and filed with the Clerk of the Court.

DATED this 1st day of March, 2023.

Robert Montgomery

Attorney for Personal Representative

2160 S. Twin Rapid Boise, Idaho 83709

#5488-3-9-16-23-23-T3

NOTICE

DECLARATION OF CANDIDACY FILING DEADLINE

ONEIDA COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT

ONEIDA COUNTY, IDAHO

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that in accordance with Idaho Code, 34-1405, an election will be held on Tuesday, May 16th, 2023, for the position of Oneida County Library District Trustee. Declarations of Candidacy and Petitions are available at the library, 31 North 100 West, Malad, Idaho and at the county clerk’s office located at 10 Court Street. Candidates for the position of trustee must be a qualified elector residing within the Oneida County Library District boundaries. One position is available. Declarations and petitions must be returned to the district office no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 17, 2023. For further information contact Kathy Kent, Library Director, 31 North 100 West, Malad, Idaho 83252 or County Clerk at 10 Court Street, Malad, Idaho.

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SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT, ONEIDA COUNTY

LON COLTON, CLERK OF THE COURT BY: DEPUTY CLERK – DALE DAVIS

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

IN RE: Aaliyah Marie Driskel

A Petition to change the name of Aaliyah Marie Driskel now residing in the City of Malad, State of Idaho, has been filed in the District Court in Oneida County, Idaho. The name will change to Aaliyah Marie Hobson. The reason for the change in name is: To disconnect from that family.

A hearing on the petition is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. on April 6, 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: 02/28/2023 CLERK OF THE DISTRICT COURT

Dale Davis #5482-3-9-16-23-30-T4

NEWS OF RECORD

ONEIDA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Katherine Christensen, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $59.50

Jaylee Ekstrom, Malad, night driving violation, $44.50, costs $56.50

Bryce Rogers, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Justin Schow, Orem, fail to obey traffic control devices, $33.50, costs $56.50

MALAD CITY

Kelly Anderson, Henderson, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Austin Moyer, Malad, unlawful to purchase, consume or possess alcoholic beverage by person under 21 years of age (1st offense), $300.00, costs $187.50

ON THIS DAY

1522 Martin Luther begins preaching his "Invocavit Sermons" in the German city of Wittenberg, reminding citizens to trust God's word rather than violence and thus helping bring to a close the revolutionary stage of the Reformation

1562 Kissing in public banned in Naples (punishable by death)

1776 Adam Smith publishes the influential economics book "The Wealth of Nations"

1822 Charles Graham of New York granted first U.S. patent for artificial teeth

Karsen Thornock, Malad, unlawful to purchase, consume or possess alcoholic beverage by person under 21 years of age (1st offense), $300.00, costs $187.50

Lavell Walker-Bufkin, Malad, unlawful to purchase, consume or possess alcoholic beverage by person under 21 years of age (1st offense), $300.00, costs $187.50

IDAHO STATE POLICE

Tayla Hall, Centralia, fail to use head lights when required, $10.50, costs $56.50

Kitchener Larsen, Rexburg, fail to register vehicle annually, $10.50, costs $56.50

Jessica Winkler, Murray, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

1891 Great Blizzard of 1891 begins in England and lasts until March 13; kills 200 people and 6,000 animals

1933 U.S. Congress is called into special session by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, beginning it's "100 days"

1950 Willie Sutton robs Manufacturers Bank of $64,000 in New York City

1959 Barbie makes her debut at the American Toy Fair in New York. Over a billion have been sold worldwide since

THE FOLLOWING IS A PAID ADVERTISEMENT

From the day the decision was made to run an Elementary School Bond in Malad, I knew there would be those who supported the decision and that there would be those who are opposed.  I respect the right that everyone has to study the issue and vote yes or no, according to their personal beliefs and feelings.  I have also said I hoped that everyone would make that decision based on accurate information.  With that in mind, I would like to clarify a few points that have been raised in the last week.

Point #1.  No one has claimed that the school is free.  It is being paid for by honest, hardworking taxpayers throughout the state of Idaho.  We are utilizing the State Bond Equalization program that can be used only if the bond is passed.  That will pay for approximately 38% of the project.  Those tax dollars are designated for building school facilities.  They cannot be used on other projects.

Point #2.  Oneida School District has the money to pay for our part of this project at this time.  Changes in legislation will have no effect on this project.  No legislative changes are being considered at this time that would affect the project.  To those who are rightfully concerned that they could be stuck with the bill, I can assure you that the money is in place.  That is why we are choosing to pay the project off in three years, so as to minimize the interest we will pay.  In fact, we may pay it off sooner in order to pay less interest.  For a detailed explanation on the financing of the building, go to www.oneidaschooldistrict.com and look under the New Elementary Bond Information heading.

Point #3.  Passing this school bond in no way impacts other governmental agencies' abilities to run a bond.  I have verified this with our bonding attorney.

Point #4.  I have visited with Oneida County and Malad City officials.  Neither has expressed interest in the current elementary building. It would make no sense to buy property somewhere else when the School District already owns that city block.

Other concerns were also raised.  I will say to you what I have said all along and will repeat what I am willing to do.  I will come to your homes, your businesses or your communities and meet to discuss questions related to this new elementary school bond.  I still remain committed to doing that.  If, as you review letters to the editor or articles you have received that bring questions to your mind, please feel free to call me.  It is my intention to bring light to every question that is raised.

Please feel free to call me on my personal cell phone.  The number is 208-705-3723.  I would prefer you call after 8:00 am and before 10:00 pm.  If I am unavailable, please leave a message, and I will get back to you.

Jon Abrams, Superintendent School District

Paid for by School District 351

351

Case No. CV36-23-0023

DANIEL ROBERT HARRISON, Deceased.

LOOKING BACK

5 YEARS AGO (2018)

Seven Malad High School junior girls participated in a Kick-Off Dinner on Thursday evening, March 1, for the 2018/2019 Malad Distinguished Young Woman (DYW) Program. Guest speakers for the Kick-Off dinner were Malad's current Distinguished Young Woman MaCall Smith, and her mother, Christine Smith who was also a former Distinguished Young Woman (formerly known as Junior Miss or Young Woman of the Year).

Those young women participating in the program and their parents are: Shawnee Simpson, daughter of Jared and Tina Simpson; Britta Sperry, daughter of Jason and Jennifer Sperry; Breelle Daniels, daughter of Tod and Rhonda Daniels; Alexandria Smith, daughter of Rebecca and Rudy Smith; Sadie Giles, daughter of Justin and Erica Giles; Kayla Hudnell, daughter of Wendy Warren and Jessica Colgrove, daughter of Brett and Desiree Colgrove.

Over 100 people celebrated St. David's Day at a dinner sponsored by the Samaria Sesquicentennial Committee and the Malad Valley Welsh Society. Held in Samaria's Assembly Hall, now owned by Rex and Donna Waldron, on March 1, the event was reminiscent of such celebrations brought to Malad Valley by the Welsh pioneers and that continued in one form or another until the 1960s.

Observing St. David's Day as part of the Valle's Welsh tradition began again in 2005. this year's event was spearheaded by Luke Waldron, Chair of the Samaria Sesquicentennial Committee.

J.D. Wilkins has been named Malad High School Student of the Week for the week of March 5.

J.D. had not always lived in Malad. For two years he lived in Arizona. He is a senior at MHS, and his favorite class is Government.

With plans to attend Boise State University, J.D. plans to finish college within the next five to ten years and to get married.

His favorite extracurricular activity is baseball, and his favorite thing about Malad High School is sports. Going along with his love of baseball, something J.D. would like to cross off his bucket list is to go to Yankee Stadium.

Something that J.D. thinks no one knows about him is that when he lived in Arizona, he played the trumpet. He has some very good advice for his fellow students, "Enjoy small moment because you'll be sad when they're gone."

Kallee Warren was the latest Malad High School Senior to sign her Letter of Intent. Warren plans to continue her soccer career at the college level at Gillette College in Wyoming.

Warren has been a member of the Malad High School soccer team

since freshmen year. She has played every position on the field. She was one of the team leaders her senior year, helping the Lady Dragons fight their way to second place in the 2A Fifth District once again. She signed with Gillette College to play forward.

Warren has been busy while in high school/ She has also been a member of the Malad High School Dragonettes, who are now getting ready to compete at state competition.

Warren is excited to play college soccer but that was not her first plan for college. She thought she wanted to compete in rodeo during college but realized she could rodeo the rest of her life; she only had this one chance to play soccer. So, she took the chance to continue with her soccer career.

"I am excited," said Warren. "I am nervous it is so far away from home."

Warren is the daughter of Kody and Brandi Warren. She added, "I appreciate my parents for everything they have done for me."

Chairman Natalie Smith. This year’s theme, voted on by members of the Junior Class, will be “Is This Love” taken from a song made popular by White Snake. Music will be furnished by the Eddie Haskell Band of Tremonton, Utah.

The Malad Dragons ended their 1987-88 basketball season by capturing the State A-3 Consolation Championship last Saturday at the College of Southern Idaho in Twin Falls.

45 YEARS AGO (1978)

The proposed Deep Creek gravity irrigation system was stuck a near-fatal blow Monday evening when stockholders failed to rally a two thirds majority in favor of authorizing the Board to borrow an additional half million dollars to proceed with the project.

10

YEARS AGO (2013)

Local resident Paula Davis was recently announced as the new Oneida County Deputy Treasurer by Jan Edwards Oneida County Treasurer.

Nine girls will participate in the Malad’s Distinguished Young Woman program for 2013. The DYW program entitled “Beautiful” will be held on May 11, 2013. Participants are Randi Garamendi, Elizabeth Wray, Montana Thompson, Josselyn Ramos, Ashlee Davis, Charlotte Allen, Bryn Haycock, Dezi Grote and Rachael Bullcreek.

The Malad Middle School MathCounts Program sent two teams to compete in the Regional MathCounts Competition on February 2 at the Idaho State University. Competing on the First Team for Malad Middle School were Simi Nesbit, Joseph Thomas, Makenna Schow and Junior Sua. The Second Team included Brett Schow, Trevon Buttars, Kaleb Mills, MaCall Smith, Dale Jacaway and TraVeck Johnson.

Ireland Bank would like to invite the community to commend Lawrence Knudsen for his many years of loyal service. Larry joined Ireland Bank in January 2005 where he has served as a Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.

Tony McClain has been promoted to Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Ireland Bank. Tony joined Ireland Bank in 2005 and previously served as the bank’s Controller. Becky Williams has been promoted to Ireland Bank’s Controller and an Assistant Vice President.

15 YEARS AGO

(2008)

Bryan Scott will be the focus of a benefit dinner, auction and raffle this coming Saturday at the Malad High School. Scott has been battling

cancer for many months and is now in need of a Spinal Cord Tinge operation to alleviate the tremendous pain he is experiencing. Glen Gillies will be the auctioneer.

Jason Larry Thomas, a member of Troop 456 of the Malad 6th Ward, was presented his Eagle Scout Award on February 16. For his project, Jason led the construction of a cement sidewalk at the LDS Stake Park leading from the ridge to the pavilion. This has improved the park and made it easier for visitors to get over to the pavilion on level ground.

Winning the Elks Hoop Shoot at Malad Elementary this year were Bracken Degn, Hayden Green, Wyatt Allen, Rylee Tripp, Jordan Hawkes and Kadee Christiansen.

Robbie Dorius has been named Student of the Month at Malad High School for the month of February.

Lady Dragon team members were named to the All-Conference teams, selected by the district coaches. Named to he teams were Ashlee Blaisdell, Rachael Colton, Larissa Crump and April Neal.

Earning a chance to participate in the Idaho State STAR Event competition are, Erin Morley, Shelby Gunter, Laura Crisler, Tamra Hubbard

and Amy Evans.

25 YEARS AGO (1998)

Oneida County Prosecutor David L. Evans took the oath of officer from 6th District Administrative Judge Peter D. McDermott Monday morning, filling a position vacated by retiring Judge J.W. Crowther. Chosen to fill the position of county prosecuting attorney behind Evans is Steven E. Brooks, who took the oath of office from Judge Evans immediately following.

The Idaho State University College of Education dean’s list for Fall 1997 has been released with the following students from Malad: Sara C. Jones and Taia Tubbs Murray.

The Malad High School Knowledge Bowl team finished their season with a regional meet last week at Idaho State University. The Knowledge Bowl team entered five competitions plus the regional meet. They competed in three matches at each competition. This year’s team finished the season with 10 wins and eight loses. Members of this year’s team were the following: Seniors – Kenny Blaisdell, Randy Evans, Brandon Evanson, Errol King, Paul Oja, Amanda Skeen, and Juniors –Diedra Farley and Matt Moss. The advisor for the team is Dan Martee-

ny.

On February 10 all Idaho Fourth, Eight and Eleventh grade students participated in the State writing assessment. On that same day elementary students throughout the State were encouraged to write to a Penpal telling them about Idaho. Two letters from each elementary school were then selected to hang on the wall of the Boise State Capital during the legislative session. Winners from Malad Elementary School were Challis Sweeten and Kristi Thomas.

35 YEARS AGO

(1988)

Loads of fun and excitement are in store for Oneida County residents this Saturday when the Malad High School Athletic Boosters present “A Night Under The Big Top,” a carnival for all ages.

Well-wishers and fellow workers gathered in the dining area of the Oneida County Nursing Home to honor Ramona Jones on the occasion of her retirement at age 73. Ramona, a licensed practical nurse has been employed at the local home for the aged over the last eighteen years, ever since she graduated from the Idaho State University Vo-Tech School of Nursing in 1970.

Moving ahead with plans for the 1988 Junior Prom, March 18, is Prom

Twelve Malad High silver-tounged orators qualified to participate in Regional Declamation competition at the Fifth District Declamation Festival held in Preston. Three students captured the coveted ‘superior’ rating: Robin Colton, expository; Leslie Willie, retold stores; and David Zivkovic, panel discussion. Receiving ‘excellent’ ratings were Hazel Thomas, Anita Head, Jill M. Thomas, Ellen Naugler, Judy Moon, Linda Jaussi, Vicky Waldron, Tammy Christensen and Wendy Baker. Other students participating and receiving ‘good’ ratings were Gerald Rhees, Teri Christopherson, Karen Williams, Paul Evans, Leslie John, Greg Bybee, Scott Gleed and Curtis Willie. Malad High School Dragonettes were all smiles after capturing third place honors at Fifth District drill team competition. Members of the Dragonettes are: Diane Carter, Saundra Willie, Brenda Deschamps, Jan Nielsen, Rhonda Price, Linda Reeder, Wendy Baker, Anita Head, Julie Ward, Tammy Scoffield, Teresa Davis, Leslie John, Andrea Williams, Ann Smith and Teri Thorpe. The drill director is Marvalene Broadhead.

55 YEARS AGO (1968)

Completing their college preparatory courses at Malad High School with cumulative grade point averages of 3.97 of a possible four, Kim Hartvigsen, Julie Parry and Nick Sorensen have been named the school’s 1968 valedictorians. Salutatorian honors went to Margaret Bush who has a 3.94 average in her college prep course.

Five Malad students who earned excellent ratings at the Idaho Fifth District Declamation

contest at Marsh Valley will represent the school in the regional meet at Idaho Falls. Excellent ratings were given to the following: Nola Thomas, pantomime; Patti Smith, copyright poetry; Marlene Smith, uncopyrighted poetry; Kristine Deschamps, prose manuscript; Jean Thomas, original essay.

Malad High School Dragonettes were all smiles after capturing third place honors at Fifth District drill team competition last Saturday. Pictured from left to right front row are: Diane Carter, Saundra Willie, Brenda Deschamps and Jana Nielsen. Second row: Rhonda Price, Linda Reeder, drill director Marvalene Broadhead, Wendy Baker, Anita Head and Julie Ward. Third row: Tammy Scoffield, Teresa Davis, Leslie John, Andrea Williams, Ann Smith and Terri Thorpe.

Twenty Malad High School students participated at Fifth District Declamation held at Preston February 25th. Twelve of the students received "superior" and "excellent" ratings making them eligible to compete in Regional Declamation March 18. Shown from left to right, front row are: Robin Colton, Hazel Thomas, Linda Jaussi, Tammy Christensen, Anita Head, Wendy Baker and Judy Moon. Second row: Jill Thomas, Leslie Willie, David Zivkovic, Leslie John and Karen Williams. Third row: Curtis Willie, Greg Bybee, Gerald Rhees and Scott Gleed.

Evening of Arts Spotlight—Brian Llewellyn

The Evening of the Arts, sponsored by the Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital Foundation, will be held on Thursday, April 6 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

The event is both a chance to show off the artistic talents of several local artists, as well as to raise funds for the remodeling of the patient wings at the hospital. An auction will be held for many donated lots, as well as some of the art on display.

This week, the Enterprise caught up with local bonsai practitioner Brian Llewellyn, who will be displaying some of his potted tree “living art” at the event. The art of bonsai is a patient practice, in which a variety of trees are potted and shaped to reflect an artistically curated example of small scale horticulture. As Llewellyn explains, bon comes from the word for "pot" or tray, and sai comes from the word for "planting." So bonsai can refer to any tree planted in a pot. This means that the bonsai approach can be used on any tree, and Llewellyn uses a wide variety in his art, including pomegranate, ficus (latin for fig), schefflera, Japanese box wood, fern bush, maple, lavender star flower, and many more.

Where bonsai started as an art is something of a mystery. “It depends on who you talk to,” Llewellyn said. “They say that China is where most of it started. Doctors would take clippings off of their plants and then need to care for the plants afterward to keep them going.”

Many of Llewellyn’s plants are trimmings from originals, with many being trimmings from trees he has been working with for years. “I really like the propagation part of it,” he said.

The process involves trimming some branches and starts to create interesting shapes in the “living art” of sculpting their growth. “This one here,” Llewellyn said, “if I just let it grow would grow straight up, and it would also on maturity drop aerial roots down and continue to get massive. To make the

tree interesting, the S curve is introduced. Along with that, you like to give a representation of age, and try to give it a natural appearance. There’s also a balance to it, where most of them are dome shaped, if you get a little further down you can see there’s a layering to it. Branch position is also developed using wires.” While some trees do not take to wires very well, according to Llewellyn, most arrangements use wiring to shape the direction of the growth.

Llewellyn showed off a number of different examples of wiring that guide the tree’s growth into specific, but still organic forms. There are a variety of styles in the art, including formal, broom style, clump style, and forests. He will be attempting a forest style arrangement soon.

Llewellyn has been involved in the art for many decades. After serving in the Marine Corps, Llewellyn spent many years with the Burbank Police Department, retiring as a Sergeant. During his time on the force, he “was working commercial auto theft in the San Fernando Valley and I went by a place called Kimura Bonsai Nursery

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and stopped in and took a look around and saw they were offering classes. So, I had an interest but I really didn’t know a lot about it. I took the classes and after getting to know Robert Pressler, the guy who owned it, I ended up joining the bonsai society down in Los Angeles. When I moved here I probably had thirty trees…and the very first winter wiped them all out.” After that setback, it took Llewellyn a while to get back into it, but ever since he did, he’s been going strong.

Many of the trees he is working on, he’s been working on for years. Despite the sometimes inclement weather in Malad, Llewellyn has adjusted to the needs of a number of local and regional trees that require colder winter temperatures to mature. Many of them were under snow outside his in-home nursery. “The winds can be a problem,” he said. “Of course the cats don’t help. And the deer like to come by and nibble every now and then. But it usually goes pretty well.”

Along with the tree, a display will

also involve a companion plant, such as a fern, and another art form called suiseki, which involves a complementary rock formation.

Brian Llewellyn will be showing off a selection of some of his favorite displays, and educating those interested on the art itself at the Evening of the Arts.

Other artists featured at the event will include Patrick Werk (who is involved in leatherworking), Lad Neilsen (who creates metalwork sculptures), Joan Hawkins (who is an oil painter), the 4th and 5th grade classes of Malad Elementary School, as well as Malad Middle and High School art students.

Confections will be created and provided by the Malad High School Culinary Arts students.

Baskets for auction have been donated by a number of local businesses, organizations, and families, and include such things as trips, food coupons, household items, vehicle accessories, art and decorations, gardening supplies, and other unique and interesting gifts and surprises.

Brian poses with a ficus, fern bush, and Japanese Boxwood

Brian Llewellyn with some of the plants in his indoor nursery

Marvin Evans Pett

May 12, 1941 - March 5, 2023

Marvin Evans Pett, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Marvin was born on May 12, 1941, in Nyssa, Oregon, to Ezra Taft and Lucille Evans Pett.

Throughout his life, Marvin exemplified a selfless and compassionate spirit. He attended Apple Valley Elementary School, Parma High School, and Boise Junior College. After serving a full-time mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Oklahoma, Marvin worked at his grandfather's insurance company in Malad, Idaho, where he met and fell in love with his sweetheart, Dianne Bowen. The couple married on August 13, 1965, in the Logan, Utah Temple.

Marvin and Dianne faithfully served in many callings in the church and community and were always the first to volunteer to help others. Marvin's kind heart and generous spirit were evident in his service as Bishop in Malad and during their full-time mission in the Logan/Ogden mission.

After retiring from Thiokol/ATK in northern Utah, Marvin spent many years assisting his father-in-law LaVar Bowen in cleaning wheat for farmers throughout the Malad Valley. Marvin also spent many years assisting the Horsley Funeral Home. Despite his retirement, Marvin never stopped finding ways to reach out and help others.

Marvin enjoyed traveling and spending time with friends and family. He was a devoted fan of his children and grandchildren, always cheering them on in their sports and school activities.

Marvin is survived by his son, Marc LaVar (Leslie) Pett, daughter Jennifer Lynn (Tamara Howell) Pett, grandchildren Steven, Nataya, Hailee, Nicole, and Savanna Pett, Madison (Adam) Wilkins, Monroe, and Seth Howell, brothers Stanley (Judi) and Clayton (Brenda) Pett, and sister Marceal (Stan) Manning.

Marvin was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Dianne, his parents, Ezra Taft Pett and Lucille Evans Pett, and his brother Thomas Lynn Pett.

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locating here. Schools are a major determinant in whether or not people with families move to a new area, and the school’s outdated condition is in need of a sever overhaul.

Passing the bond necessary for state funds

While the school district has managed to save a large amount as a result of its IHLA attendance, it does not have enough funding on hand to entirely pay for the construction of a new facility. The bond must pass in order for Oneida School District to qualify for school construction funding under the Idaho Bond Equalization Support Program, which is designed to help small and rural school districts fund projects that would normally be outside their range. Under this bond equalization program, the District would receive a little over $12 million toward the $25 million cost of the proposed school, allowing the district to maximize the impact of the on-hand funding sufficiently to pay for the school.

Marvin's memory will be cherished by all who knew and loved him. His kind heart and unwavering commitment to helping others will continue to inspire us all. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 11 at 12 noon in the Malad LDS 6th Ward Chapel, 400 N. 200 W. Friends may visit with the family on Friday evening from 7-8 p.m. and Saturday from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Horsley Funeral Home, 132 W. 300 N. Burial will follow in the Malad City Cemetery.

The State of Idaho passed the Bond Equalization Support Program in 2002 when disparities between property-poor districts and property-rich districts meant that some districts would never be able to build new schools without state assistance. The Bond Equalization rate varies each year and has been between 35% and 41% for Oneida School District with a five-year average of 36.3%. The current bond equalization rate for Oneida School District is 38.08%, which means that if a bond is passed, the state would pay 38.08% of the annual bond payments and interest.

The bond is for $29 million, because it also takes into account the costs of the potential demolition of the cur-

rent elementary school building, the demolition of the old high school building, and new baseball/softball diamonds, which will be constructed near the current High School and Middle School. The State determines the maximum size of a bond, depending on property values in the District. That bond capacity for Oneida School District is $29 million.

Oneida School District reports it has funds for its share of the New School Superintendent Jon Abrams and the Oneida School Board have stated throughout the long discussion of the new school that the bond will have no impact on local property taxes because the District has its share of the required funds to build the new elementary school on hand. According to the School Board, this is not free money but money that has been allocated to the District on the basis of the State’s formula for funding schools.

In 2015, Oneida School District became the home district of record for the Idaho Home Learning Academy (IHLA), an online school with students –mostly school-at-home students – throughout the state of Idaho. IHLA began with about 200 elementary students, but COVID caused an explosion in the number of students enrolled in IHLA, which expanded to include middle and high school grades. The result was Oneida School District student enrollment going from under 1000 brick-andmortar students to over 8000 total students in 2023. IHLA is already enrolling students for its eighth year.

Oneida School District now qualifies for state funding for over 8000 students. Because State money is paid to schools in the next year after enrollment figures are confirmed, the money for the 2021-2022 school year will be in the bank by the end of

the current school year. That funding will provide the District’s share of the $29 million bond, thus paying for the new elementary school regardless of any enrollment or population changes in the following years.

This state funding is allocated only for schools; it cannot be used for any other purpose.

The structure of Idaho’s Bond Equalization means that the bond will not have any effect on any future bonding that may be needed in Oneida County or Malad City for the hospital, fire station, jail, roads and bridges, or any other purpose, as it is specifically devoted to educational purposes rather than other countywide expenses, and those institutions would go through their own bonding processes. Key to this opportunity to build a new school without raising property taxes is the passing of the bond in order for the District to qualify for the State’s share of funding. As the bond is paid off, bond capacity would allow for consideration of building an auditorium and/or field house.

Contact Superintendent

The School Board and Superintendent Abrams have been exceptionally willing to reach out to the community over the last several months to answer questions and address concerns about the bond vote. A number of public meetings, including at least one open public hearing, have been held for discussion of the project.

Mr. Abrams has also met with many individuals and groups around the community in the past few weeks, and even on the eve of the vote has expressed his willingness to continue meeting with anyone who would like further information about the proposed elementary school. He reiterated his encouragement to people to call him at his office (208-534-6080 ext. 412) or on his cell phone (208-705-3723) after 8 a.m. and before 10 p.m. Issues have been raised on social media and other places in the community that Abrams stated he would be happy to talk through with those with concerns.

Mr. Abrams and the School Board have stated that they want to provide the best education possible for the students of Oneida School District, and a firm belief that a new elementary school is needed to achieve that goal.

In order to be fully informed, The Enterprise encourages voters to seek out as much information as they can on the subject, while making sure to verify the claims made by parties making arguments for or against the bond.

Marvin Evan Pett

Malad Celebrates St. David’s Day

“Dydd Gwyl Dewi Hapus!” is the traditional greeting for St. David’s Day in Wales. In Welsh syntax, the phrase is arranged backwards. Specifically, “dydd” means day, “gwyl” is festival, “Dewi” is David and “hapus” means happy. According to translation guides, and Welsh Valley Society member Jean Thomas, it is pronounced approximately “deeth goyle Dewi hap-is.”

While technically St. David’s Day is observed on the first day of March, the Malad Valley Welsh Society chose to honor the day on Tuesday, February 28. The meeting, which was attended by members of the Society, including several from out of town, featured a reading by Anne Crowther of Bob’s award-winning prose composition “Melancholy Air.” “Because the main character is a young girl, it didn’t seem right for me to read it,” Bob laughed.

In his historical fiction piece, which was awarded the “Prose Fiction Contest” prize at last year’s Welsh Festival, Crowther tells the story of a young girl named

Men’s Chorus visiting the United States is sent an invitation to visit the town, during its tour of the country. Malad had raised a sum of money to support the Welsh troops who had already begun fighting in the Great War. The chorus agrees to visit, and several of the young members are assigned to stay with Stella's family, which causes she and her sister considerable glee.

During the brief visit, Stella and her sister Kate get to know Huw Morgan, one of the visiting singers. After forming a bond, the girls wait anxiously to hear of the further adventures of the traveling singers. Their world is shattered when they receive the news in the Idaho Enterprise of the sinking of the Lusitania—the act that is generally considered one of the most important motivations for the U.S. joining in the war effort.

Crowther was then asked by the audience about which elements of the story were “true” and which were “fiction.” As it turned out, most of the story was based on real events, with only the romantic subplot and the fate of the choir

Men’s Choruses did tour the United States several times during the decade, including during the same time period in 1914. The choir was world-renowned, and according to contemporary sources sang for royalty including the king of England and President Woodrow Wilson. Malad did in fact raise money for Wales in support of the war effort, and one specific chorus, under the direction of George F. Davies did visit Malad.

Huw Morgan, it turns out, was not however a real character. Stella was a real person; in fact, she was Crowther’s grandmother (though she did not have any close involvement with the chorus other than to see them perform). The Lusitania, of course, was sunk by a German U-Boat in 1914, though only seven members of the Welsh Chorus were on board when the attack occurred. Of those, most survived. Stories from the time recount that the survivors sang from their lifeboat to raise the spirits of the other evacuees.

Bob Crowther became interested in the story of the Chorus and the Lusitania after it was brought to his attention

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misreported is impossible to determine at this point, but it certainly is an interesting example of misinformation spreading and becoming widely believed and leading to great fiction.

Bob’s story was very warmly received by the Welsh Society, who peppered him with many questions and suggestions afterward. The consensus in the room was a bit of disappointment that the love story in the piece was fictional, but also appreciation for the authentic and moving account of an

These kids are facing a decision about spending money. What would you do?

These ZING sneakers are super popular with the kids at my school. But they cost $69 a pair!

These generic sneakers cost $29

They’re not nearly as fancy as the ZING sneakers, though.

A lot of young movie stars wear the jeans at left. They are $80. The generic ones in the middle are $30. And the used pair at right is $8 at the thrift store.

from around the country.

Saint David’s Day itself is one of the most important national holidays of Wales, and is a source of traditional pride and religious observance. Saint David, or Dewi Sant in Welsh, is the patron saint of Wales, although he was from what is currently Ireland. Jean Thomas pointed out the irony that St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, is in fact from Wales. Saint David was a bishop and missionary who lived in the 6th century, and is known for his role in

spreading Christianity

cording to tradition, he nastic settlements and churches throughout the country, and was a key figure in the Welsh time. He is also said to have performed several miracles, including one acles wherein in order to be heard more clearly the ground upon which he stood grew into a hill. brated on March 1st each

bration of Welsh culture and heritage worldwide. This year’s Welsh Festival, the 17th annual, will be held on Friday, June 30 and Saturday, July 1, with an evening devotional on Sunday, July 2. Author Dean Hughes will be a featured speaker, as will Dulais Rhys, a native of Wales and expert on the Welsh National Anthem. Bob Washburn will discuss the history of the Logan temple. A full range of events are planned, including the seating of a new bard and a new prose contest winner.

With a BLUE crayon, circle the coins that add up to the amount shown on the top coin purse. Then, use a RED crayon to circle the coins that add up to the amount shown on the bottom coin purse. Have a family member check your work. You should have 5¢ left over if you circled the correct coins.

Which pair of sneakers should Kevin choose? Give at least two reasons to explain your choice.

Which pair of jeans should Emma choose? Give at least two reasons for your choice.

Which is the best deal? The small can of fruit juice or the 64 ounce size?

The 64 ounce bottle contains 16 4 ounce cups of juice. The 12 ounce can contains three 4 ounce cups of juice.

BOTTLE: $3.50 CAN: $1.25

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How much money would you save if you put a nickel in a jar every day for a year?

How much money would you save in four weeks if you saved 5¢ a day the rst week, 10¢ a day the second week, 15¢ a day the third week and 20¢ a day the fourth week?

Can you come up with a family fun game night that costs $0?

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Anne Crowther read “Melancholy Air” to the audience, Bob explained the history behind the story

While High School wrestling is officially over, Brothers of Steel wrestling is still in full swing for the young wrestlers of Malad. The athletes traveled to wrestling tournaments around the country, demonstrating just how tough Malad Dragon Wrestling is.

Heading to the midwest, Bentley Maddox and Drake Morrison represented Malad as they wrestled at the World of Wrestling Youth National Duals held in Tulsa, OK. The dual tournament held March 2-3, hosts the top wrestling teams from all across the country.

Maddox wrestled for Firebird Elite 9u and ultimately went undefeated over the three day tournament. As if winning all of his matches wasn’t exciting enough, Maddox took a personal victory as he won the intense rematch against an extremely tough wrestler he had previously lost to the last time he wrestled in Tulsa. Maddox was awarded his team's Out-

standing Wrestler belt as well as a gold medal for being undefeated. The Firebird Elite took 3rd Place in the 9u gold bracket.

Drake wrestled for POWA 14u, also going undefeated throughout the tournament. On his path to victory, he defeated a tough Utah High School State champ in his first match of the tournament.

POWA took 2nd Place as a team in the 14u bracket.

Rustin Montgomery, Riggin Montgomery, and Payson Price represented the Brothers of

BASKETBALL WRAP UP

With the final state championship games over, the winter sports season has officially come to an end. The Malad Dragons saw some ups and down over the last season with big wins, upsets and losses in all of their sporting events. As the winter season wraps up, the MHS coaches share highlights, challenges, and the excitement of future prospects in a Q&A with The Idaho Enterprise.

Boys Basketball Head Coach Zach Beutler

Overall, how did your season go?

Overall we were pleased as a staff on the progress the boys made this season. The boys did a great job engaging and learning defensive concepts that were new to them. The varsity team held opponents to an average of 52 points. Didn’t meet our goal of 48 or fewer but made some great headway. The JV team made excellent progress as well. They were the youngest JV team in the district with half of the players being 9th graders. On the season they had the best W/L record seen by a JV Malad team in several years.

What were the challenges you faced?

We faced many challenges, the biggest was that there has not been a Malad youth program consistently in place for at least 20 years. It is difficult for these boys to show up for high school basketball tryouts without the IQ or physical skill set needed to compete with schools that have brought their kids up in healthy youth programs. There are individuals that have put time in and prepared themselves but as a whole the kids are behind.

In 2A basketball in Idaho you can win some

games and pull some things off when you have a group of athletes. However to really compete, when it matters they have to have a solid foundation. There are no shortcuts to sustained success.

What were some of the highlights of the season?

The greatest highlight for me this season was seeing the boys become mentally engaged in the game. I see myself as an educator. We worked consistently with them to teach, rep drills and implement concepts that were new to them. We watched film as a team and had open discussions on what we saw in full speed and slow motion. This is a powerful learning tool. It was rewarding to see them come to understand what was being taught and make progress as a team.

There is a learning process we have outlined in 4 stages.

1Unconscious incompetency: “ignorance” we don’t know what we don’t know.

2- Conscious incompetency: we become aware of our ignorance. 3- Conscious competency: this is where we learn and understand how to do something but it requires concentration and we are not versed in the skill.

4- Unconscious competency: this is when things become “second nature” to us. We don’t have to pause and think at this point we act and react flawlessly. This comes with practice and repetition.

Seeing the boys work through these stages was very rewarding. When it comes to basketball our goal is to have all players be to at least stage 3 when they arrive at tryouts as a freshman. To be successful and reach their genetic potential on the basketball court they will need to be at stage 4 long before they

Steel as they competed at the 2nd Idaway Tour of Idaho tournament in Idaho Falls over the weekend. At the tournament, all wrestlers who medal are awarded custom Tour of Idaho awards. As the matches came to an end, all three Brothers of Steel wrestlers had earned themselves one of the custom medals.

are seniors.

What are you most looking forward to in your season next year?

I am looking forward to working with the guys in the off-season and in turn seeing the progress they make come next season. We have a healthy youth program in place and will see a freshman class join us next year that has played a lot of basketball and has been taught how to play the game the right way. We have a group of upperclassmen that I’m confident will build on the principles they have learned from us since June and put the time and effort that is needed to find success during the season.

Is there anything else you want to share about your team?

I would like to thank those that have stepped forward to teach and lead the youth in our community through the sport of basketball. My assistant coaches in the high school: Clint Bastian, Zack Jeppsen & Jordan Beutler and their families for supporting them in the time and comment it takes to coach.

I would also like to recognize and thank those that are working with the middle school and elementary aged teams- 5th grade Trisha Beutler & Austin Tubbs, 6th grade Jedd Ward, Ken Ward & Jason Vanbebber, 7th grade Trisha Beutler & Chet Keetch, and 8th grade Marshal Martinsen. Having good people teaching sound principles consistently at the younger ages will provide a healthy feeder for the high school. When coaching, especially youth the right way it takes special people that refuse to cut corners. It is a temptation to play junk defense and run gimmicky offensive sets to “win games'' with the younger kids. These are shortcuts that in the

Rustin Montgomery

9u CHAMPION

Riggin Montgomery

11&12 2nd place

Payson Price 7&8

3rd place

The past weekend was an exciting tournament for the pee wee wrestlers of the valley as they were able to participate in the Dragon little league tournament, hosted by the Dragon

long term hurt the boys development and understanding of the game. I’m thankful for these good people willing to teach and guide the younger boys.

At the season close out, the coaches tallied up the team and individual statistics to recognize those leaders that stepped up on the court in their various fields.

Defense LeaderJaden Ward

2 Point Field Goal Leader- Braylen Tripp (55%)

Block Leader- Braylen Tripp (25 blocks)

Team First- Baylor Bean

Total Rebound Leader- Ryan Hubbard (123 rebounds)

Steal Leader- Brycen Howe (34 steals)

Free Throw LeaderBrycen Howe (80%)

Mr.Hustle- Ruger Smith

Player Coach of The Year- Carter Carey

Middle School

Basketball

The Middle School Knights have closed out their winter basketball season, both 7th and 8th grade teams ending the season not only with winning records but as District champions. The coaches are proud and pleased with the growing youth basketball program and the progress their teams have made over the season.

Head Coach of the 7th grade team, Trisha Beutler had a lot of great things to say about the season, writing, “Our overall record was nine wins and six losses. Of those six losses, three of those games were one possession losses, including a long three pointer for the win that went in just after the buzzer. We came back from a 21 point deficit to an athletically superior American Falls team to bring it within 6 points in the 4th quarter.

“Our district tourna-

Wrestling team. Dragon wrestling coaches shared, “The youth program has been a huge success this year with the amazing support from our high school wrestlers and their families.

“The little league pro-

ment was held in Grace this year and we went into the tournament ranked #2 behind Grace (who we lost to twice in the regular season and once in the fall Preston league). We played Aberdeen first and pulled away from them beating them 51-35. We met up with Grace for the championship game. It was a close and intense game.

“We found ourselves down at half by four points. We talked to the boys about winning each quarter and the way that we do that is by executing the offensive and defensive principles we had repped all season.

The boys answered this call. In the third quarter, Grace went from playing man to man defense into a 2-3 zone, we adjusted offensively and hit four big three point shots to put us ahead. We fed off of that momentum and went to the free throw line and hit 12/14 free throws in the fourth quarter to seal the game with a 64-60 victory.

“This season we focused on players recognizing the significance of their role and the expectation associated with that role. We wanted them to recognize how consistently fulfilling their roles to the best of their ability in both practice and in games is imperative to the success of the team and in life. We wanted these boys to gain confidence in doing and overcoming difficult things, including being held accountable for an expectation and recognizing that growth comes through discomfort. We continually spoke about accepting responsibility for actions both on and off the court.

“We watched these boys grow and progress in all of these areas. We watched them work harder and longer than they thought they could, we watched them fight

gram is a fundraiser for the high school program and is a great opportunity for the young wrestlers in Malad to learn the basics of wrestling.

Thank you to everyone that has helped make this year's program a success.”

to control emotions, we watched them extend mercy, we watched them accept responsibility and make recompense. We watched them work selflessly and diligently to give teammates the opportunity to score the basketball.

We watched them fulfill their roles. We watched them bring all that they had worked hard to accumulate throughout the season and give these accumulations to their team in order to achieve success.

“We are so proud of these boys and all that they have accomplished and the growth we have seen both on and off the court. Members of this year's team included: Gunner Vanbebber, Rylinn Beck, Mason Ball, Jaxton Price, Noah Hubbard, Oak Smith, Jaxon Mills, Krey Keetch, Dawson Beutler, Trigger Jones, Evan Colton, and Rowdy Bates. Our team managers were Mason Eliason and Austin Jeppson. The boys were coached by Trisha Beutler and Chet Keetch.

“Each year is a learning and growing experience for the coaches as well as for the boys.

One thing that I am recognizing as a coach is how critical a good assistant coach is to the development and success of a team. This year Chet Keetch volunteered his time to assist me in coaching these boys. I am so appreciative to Chet for all of his time and effort and what he brought to the table to help these boys better themselves as basketball players and as human beings.

“We will offer open gym opportunities for all middle school boys this spring and summer as well as a camp in Malad in June directed by Kyle Taylor from SLCC.”

Drake Morrison with his undefeated gold medal and teams silver medal. Bentley Maddox wearing his Outstanding wrestler belt, undefeated gold medal and team bronze medal at the Youth National Dual tournament in Tulsa, Ok.

Payson Price with his 3rd place medal at the Idaway tournament.

Rustin Montgomery, Rydon Montgomery and Riggin Montgomery with their custom Idaway medals. Rydon coached his younger brothers in the tournament.