The Idaho Enterprise | April 20, 2023

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Lincoln Day Dinner Returns

For the second year in a row, the Republican Lincoln Day event made its return to Malad.

The event was sponsored by the Republican Central Committee, and Chaired by Matt Wray, whose committee included Dave Colton, Karen Kerr, Paula Romrell, Jane Ann Ward, and Travis Whipple. The night featured Idaho GOP Chair Dorothy Moon and 2nd District Congressman Chris Stewart from Utah. The event was held on April 14, and was well-attended by many members of the public, as well as public figures. Dinner was catered by the Iron Door Smokehouse.

The evening was opened by a flag ceremony from Boy Scout Troop 1776, as well as members of the NW Liberty Academy.

Following the flag ceremony, Toni Werk of the Interfaith Council provid-

ed the invocation, which invited the spirit of goodwill and collegiality.

David Teeples sang “Proud to be an American.”

Matt Wray, who emceed the event, read a selection of cowboy poetry to the audience, including “The Scent of the Sage,” a poem about his mission in Oklahoma and missing Idaho. The poem was inspired by a sprig of sagebrush his mother had sent him while on his mission. As he explained, “That smell is so unique to our part of the world.”

Before the primary speakers for the evening, dinner was provided by the Iron Door Smokehouse, and served by the Boy Scouts and academy members. Dinner featured spaghetti, salad, and dinner rolls, as well as a strawberry dessert.

Proceeds from the evening, includ-

ing the concurrent silent auction, will go to send members to state meetings and pay for media/advertising and other expenses incurred by the event, as well as the committee’s operational costs.

Following an introduction by Matt Wray, Idaho GOP Chairman Dorothy Moon briefly addressed the crowd.

Dorothy Moon was first elected to the Idaho State House of Representatives in 2016 to represent District 8B, which includes Boise, Custer, Gem, Lemhi and Valley Counties. She was elected to serve in 2022 as chairman of State Republican party in a contest against Tom Luna. In 2022 she lost an election against Phil McCrane to serve as Secretary of State.

Moon recounted some of what she saw as successes of the Idaho Legislature over the last several years, includ-

Townhall: Officials Answer Questions

On April 12, the County officials of Oneida County hosted a Townhall meeting to allow the public to bring their questions, concerns, and ideas into a public forum. County departments all hold public meetings which are open to anyone to attend, but often must be held during business hours for a number of practical reasons. This evening townhall gave an opportunity to those unable to attend morning and afternoon meetings to share their opinions.

In attendance were County Clerk Lon Colton, Commissioners Bill Lewis, Ken Eliason, and Brian Jeppsen, Treasurer Leigh Love, County Assessor Kathleen Atkinson, County Attorney Cody Brower, Probation Officer Gabe Jimenez, Hospital Director John Williams, Planning and Zoning Administrator Rhonda Neal, Road and Bridge Director Dianna Dredge, and Sheriff Arne Jones.

The meeting lasted several hours, and at times dealt with individual concerns rather than general questions. The questions tended to fall into one of a few categories: Planning and Zoning (Development Code) issues, Law Enforcement issues, and a number of other miscellaneous concerns. Without a doubt, questions about the recently implemented Development Code dominated the meeting.

One of the first questions of the evening highlighted a number of related issues. As one citizen asked, “why has the development code gone from 30 pages to 300?” At heart, the question gets at some of the purpos-

County officials gathered last week to answer questions from the public

es of the revised Planning and Zoning approach over the last two or so years, as well as some of the headaches that have come along with it. As Cody Brower explained, “in the past, we’ve had struggles with loopholes and inaccuracies. A lot of the additions are devoted to definitions, which were missing in the prior version.” The previous 30 page development code left a lot of questions ambiguous as a result of not clearly defining the terms governing the ordinances that could be applied to various building situations. The current code, it was stated, provides a stronger basis for making decisions on the basis of how the various terms involved are defined legally.

Many of the issues raised by individuals questioners at the townhall have been raised in separate meetings over the last year or so with the Planning and Zoning and County Commission bodies deliberating them. The point was made during the meeting that “it seems a lot easier to deal with a question like this once to 150 people than 150 times to different people,” and that certainly captured the value of an exercise like the townhall. County officials were able to address widely shared concerns in a more efficient way than through the individual results of multiple smaller meetings.

COUNTY TOWNHALL

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ing the recent bill restricting access to gender-confirming surgery for minors. Moon also announced the appointment of a Hispanic outreach administrator.

“We have a crazy guy in the office,” Moon said. “But make no mistake, I work for you, and your voices have to be heard.”

Matt Wray introduced U.S. Congressman Chris Stewart from Utah as a representative of the event. Stewart was then introduced by his brother-inlaw Anton Jensen, who took the opportunity to poke some fun at his relative, but also sing his praises.

Chris Stewart, representing Utah’s Second Congressional District, began his remarks by noting “If you don’t like what I say, that’s okay because you can’t do anything about it. You

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13 year old freed from claw machine

In Charlotte, North Carolina, 13-year-old boy had to be freed from a claw machine after he climbed inside hoping to grab a prize, according to the Carowinds Amusement Park. Officials were alerted Sunday afternoon that the boy was inside a park claw machine containing plush prizes, according to a spokesperson for the park south of Charlotte. The medical response team unlocked the machine and the boy was able to get out, she said. He was treated and released from first aid to his guardian. The boy has been banned from the park for one year for attempted theft, Weber said.

Antlerless hunts eliminated in East Idaho this year

As a result of the difficult winter weather for breeding populations of deer and elk, Idaho Fish and Game has chosen to eliminate antlerless hunts for the 2023-2024 season. The pause in antlerless hunting will allow the herds—especially of mule deer—to rebound after an especially long winter season. Wyoming, Montana, and Colorado have seen similar issues with herd numbers and imposed similar strictures.

Montana bans TikTok

Montana became the first state in the country to ban the social media app TikTok from all personal devices, sending the bill to Governor Greg Gianforte’s desk. If the governor signs the bill, it will take effect in January 2024. The bill would prohibit app stores from selling the app within the state boundaries, and would penalize them, rather than individual users. TikTok is seen by some security analysts as a threat, due to its data-mining potential and Chinese authorship. The bill likely faces a number of first amendment challenges if passed.

Idaho FFA State Convention

Last week over 1,600 FFA Members attended the Idaho FFA State Convention in Twin Falls, Idaho. Among those students, 15 members belong to the Malad FFA Chapter. While at the state convention, our Members participated in Livestock Judging, Horse Judging, Floral Design, and Agriculture Education. We also had two members represent Malad FFA as Delegates.

Floral Team: Maisey Potter, Makayla Marshall, Jaezie Jensen, and Tatum Hess.

Livestock: Ryelur Jensen, Caleb Roe, Addie Waldron, and Sabrina Nipko.

Horse Team: Kendyl Reeder, Emma Lloyd, Sabrina Nipko, and Brookelin Isaacson Agriculture Education: Sheridan Brown Delegates: Trevor Mills and Jace Potter.

On Friday Morning, Jace Potter, Makayla Marshall, and Oaklie Hebdon received their FFA State Degrees. They received their plaque and state degree pin to be worn on their FFA Jacket. To earn this Degree students must have been an active FFA member for at least two years, have been enrolled in two years of Ag classes, productively invested $1000, or worked 300 hours outside of class time in their supervised agricultural experience (fair projects, farms, jobs, research projects, etc.) They must participate in Five FFA activities above the chapter level and complete 25 hours of community service. They also take an FFA knowledge and Parliamentary Procedure exam.

Malad FFA also was awarded the “Chapter Growth Award”. This award is given to a chapter that has a 10%- 25% member increase.

While in Twin Falls we vis-

BOWLING

The United States Bowling Congress (USBC) bowling leagues for Malad have come to an end this season. A bowling league is a group event where several teams bowl against each other over the course of a season starting in September and ending in April. Leagues consist of four-player teams that meet up once a week, usually at the same day and time. Currently Malad has two mixed leagues, Tuesday, and Thursday. Both leagues’ scores are based off handicap. A bowling handicap is a percentage of the difference between your average and a basis average. At the end of each month, the bowler with the highest series is named

ited the Shoshone Falls and Perrine Memorial Bridge. We toured the Novolex factory where they produce plastic bags for Walmart, Albertson, and many more companies. We then did a service project at Orton Botanical Garden where we helped them work in flower beds in preparation for the Spring/ Summer season.

Overall, this trip was a great experience for our members. We have seen great success in all our teams and a tremendous amount of growth! We appreciate our Malad FFA Alumni and Supporters group for their financial contributions as well

bowler of the month. Then, all bowler of the months bowl for bowler of the year. For more information or if you are interested in bowling, contact Marty Hill 208760-7904.

Here are the results for the 2022-2023 season. Congratulations to Tuesday Pin Poppers League winners! Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital, team consisted of Rachel Green, Melanie Bowcutt, Julie Green, Diane Anderson, and Bud Hess (second half). High game – Danny Smith 268 and Julie Green 213. High league average – Scott Searle 177 and Julie Green 165.

Congratulations to Dennis Thomas League winners! KC Oil, team consisted of Shelly Wil-

as the support of our administration and school board.

We encourage you to follow the Malad FFA Chapter on So-

liams, Rex Williams, TC Williams, and Diane Williams. High game – Scott Searle 279 and Lana Tripp 233. High league average – Tyler Smith 197 and Diane Williams 163

Bowlers of the year are Scott Searle, and Diane Williams. Bowlers who qualified were; Brett Blaisdell, Sheri Valentine, Scott Searle, Lana Tripp, Rex Williams, Shelly Williams, Danny Smith, Diane Williams, Marty Hill, Kenna Roco, John Blaidell, and Emily Searle

For more information and all league stats, head over to their Facebook pages. Thursday is Dennis Thomas Bowling League and Tuesday is Tuesday Pin Poppers.

A Very Wet Spring

By Allison Eliason

After one of the wettest and longest winters many Oneida County residents have faced, the winter precipitation has finally begun to move the needle considering drought, indicating that the area is coming out of the severe drought conditions of the last several years. For years, farmers and ranchers have had subpar crop yields, reduced water turns, and been forced to turn out less cattle or come home early from their summer pasture. With the precipitation in 2023 things might be finally turning

up for Oneida County’s producers.

Looking back over the 125+ years of precipitation, 2023 is beginning as one of the wettest years ever on record, tallying 3.74” precipitation above normal. January accumulated a total precipitation of 3.34”, February closed in with 2.18”, with March accumulating an amazing 3.79”. March 2023 will go down as the 7th wettest March in the last 129 years, coming in just over two inches above normal precipitation.

Farmers and ranchers can’t help but feel some measure of relief

after fighting such dry conditions the last several years, despite the many challenges that they have faced because of the snow fall. Just as fast as the snow began to melt away, the green grass has been trying to make its way up. Those fall planted crops that survived the potentially hazardous conditions and diseases are sure to have a leg up beginning this year. With the ground moisture well ahead to begin the season, planting this season shows much more promise than it has for years. While the significant moisture beginning this

cial media to see more photos and updates in the classroom and in FFA. If you would like more information about our

reach out to an advisor or administrator at Malad

season lends to a more promising and hopeful year, questions still loom as to whether Oneida County and Idaho are clear of the drought. Recovering from drought requires more than normal or adequate precipitation, in order to restore not only soil moisture but also reservoirs above and below ground, river depths, and snowpack.

Recovering from drought isn’t only about restoring water conditions to optimal levels, but also about returning soil health and plant productivity to normal levels as well. Many producers were forced

to over utilize much of their lands because of drought conditions, likely drawing out the time it will take for those areas to recover. For some vegetation, it can take upwards of five years to be established at normal levels again.

As farmers and ranchers move through this year working to recover from the drought, sound management strategies will help them return their lands to normal production much more quickly. Producers should consider evaluating what crops will benefit the soil or can help retain water. Cat-

tle ranchers should appraise whether there are pastures or rangelands that can or should have reduced grazing this season.

The outlook for the 2023 growing and harvest season is looking up for farmers and ranchers that have been struggling for several years. With well above average levels, coupled with sound management strategies, producers are sure to see water levels, soil health and plant growth bounce back to help them have a successful harvest this year.

Alumni and supporters please

High School.

Group photo at Orton Botanical Gardens- Service project, Top left to right: Trevor Mills, Tatum Hess, Jaezie Jensen, Sabrina Nipko, Emma Lloyd, Caleb Roe, Ryelur Jesnen, Dawn Lloyd, Bottom left to right: Sheridan Brown, Jace Potter, Brookelin Isaacson, Kendyl Reeder, Lexie Evans

Oaklie Hebdon

Makayla Marshall and Jace Potter

Top left to right: Emma Lloyd, Alivia Waldron, Addie Waldron, Makayla Marshall, Jace Potter, Trevor Mills, Sheridan Brown, Maisey Potter, Jaezie Jensen, Lexie Evans, Bottom left to right: Caleb Roe, Ryelur Jensen,Kendyl Reeder, Tatum Hess, Sabrina Nipko, Brookelin Isaacson

Bud Hess finished the season with Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital Team

Tuesday Pin Poppers league winners. Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital; Rachel Green, Melanie Bowcutt, Julie Green, Diane Anderson, and to the right Bud Hess Bowlers of the yearScott Searle and Diane Williams

Dennis Thomas League winners. KC Oil; Shelly Williams, Rex Williams, TC Williams, and Diane Williams

Oneida County Quilt Guild

Jill Vanderwood, Historian

Our April meeting was held on April 13th at the Malad Senior Center.

We woke up to another snowy day and several people couldn’t make it, including our co-presidents. Brenda Daniels is now on her mission, so Esther will be the acting President until Brenda returns later this year.

There was our usual show and tell where we witnessed the creative talents of our group.

Alisha Compton passed around her abundantly blessed baby quilt and explained how she cut out the pieces and that we should use a stable plastic for the templates because you will need to cut out so many pieces. She works at Homemade is Heartmade in Tremonton. They just moved and their new address is 340 S. 200 W. Tremonton, Utah 84337.

Sue Robbins, who usually doesn’t at-

BIRTHDAYS

Sondra Ekstrom, April 21

Shelia Hawkins, April 21

Marla McCellan, April 21

Charles Moon, Sr., April 22

Hayden Schwartz, April 22

Darren Tapp, April 22

Judy Vaughan, April 22

Diane Anderson, April 23

Merrill Cornelius, April 23

Richard Potter, April 23

Gloria Timothy, April 23

Kelly Wakley, April 23

Shellie Eliason, April 24

Jed Friedli, April 24

Brigham Ty Jones, April 24

Doug Williams, April 24

Justin Campbell, April 25

Raona Kesler, April 25

Edna King, April 25

Shancy Price, April 25

tend our meetings, and claims that she crochets and does not quilt, came to show her mother’s handiwork. Years ago, her mother made a quilted vest, plus a jacket. When her mother passed away, Sue took possession of these cherished pieces and said, “My sisters want them, but they aren’t going to get them!”

Debbie Schoolcraft

who is our representative from the Utah State Quilt Guild showed her hombre quilt made with a varied print where it looked like many different fabrics, but it all came from the same piece of fabric.

Debbie announced that the Salt Lake Quilt, Craft and Sewing Festival will be May 1820 in Sandy Utah at the Mountain America Expo Center, 9575 S State St. Sandy, UT 84070.

(Directions) From I-15 heading southbound: Take Exit 295 (UT-209/9000). Keep left and then go straight towards Sandy on 9000

S. Turn right onto S. State Street. The Mountain America Expo Center is on the left.

ADMISSION: $12 for 3 Days

$2 OFF with coupon or postcard

HOURS: 10 AM - 5 PM Thursday & Friday 10 AM - 4 PM Saturday

We will be having our

Tracy Tapp, April 25

David Thorsted, April 25

Angie Williams, April 25

Michael Anderson, April 26

Anthony Garrett, April 26

Janet Hulet, April 26

Dean Jones, April 26

Shawna Martin, April 26

Arthur Peabody, April 26

Brock Rose, April 26

Hailee Schwartz, April 26

Zack Showell, April 26

Beau Smith, April 26

Robyn Gamble, April 27

Bethany Gunter, April 27

Hunter Hubbard, April 27

Laurel Origer, April 27

Morgan Rose, April 27

Susan Williams, April 27

ON THIS DAY

Public is invited to Capital for a Day on April 27

Governor Brad Little will be visiting Malad on April 27 with other public officials for a Capital for a Day. The public is invited to join for an open meeting at the Oneida County Events Center from 10:00 a.m. to noon where questions will be taken from the floor.

There will be a break from noon until 1:00 p.m. for an invitation only luncheon, after which the meeting will reconvene at the Malad High School gymnasium at 1:15 p.m. At the high school, questions may be provided to the governor and other officials by comment cards that can be picked up at a desk on the way into the gymnasium.

Officials joining Governor Little include:

• Idaho Secretary of State Phil McGrane

• Idaho Supreme Court

Justice Robyn Brody

• Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Director Dave Jeppesen

• Idaho Department of Water Resources Director Gary Spackman

• Idaho Transportation

Department Director Scott Stokes

In addition, local officials and representatives of the following agencies and state entities will be on hand to help answer questions:

Idaho Department of Environmental Quality, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, Idaho Lottery, and the Idaho Division of Veterans Services.

The public is invited to both the morning meeting at the Event Center, and to the afternoon meeting at Malad High School. Capital for a Day is being co-sponsored by Malad City and Oneida County.

own quilt show during the last weekend in June, during the Welsh Festival.

What are we? Artists/ quilters

What do we want?

Fabric

What will we do with it? We don’t know!

Maggie Lund’s students perform recital

Top: Alexus Tarbot, Spencer Lewis, Maverick Lewis, Abraham Laing, Adam Laing, Peter Laing, Tavin Barnes

Middle: Sarah Beyler, Thatcher Sweeten, Helaman Laing, Cache Lake, Jack Coleman, Ivy Wright, McKenna Belnap, Coleman Belnap

Bottom: Maggie Lund, Ben Lewis, Adi Daniels, Claire Wright, Paisley Firth

The students of Maggie Lund presented a spring piano recital on Sunday, April 16, at the Old Stake Building. To conclude the program, two

contestants for Distinguished Young Woman, Sarah Beyler and Alexus Tarbot, performed their Talent numbers.

Audrey Jaussi with her tapestry quilt

Sue Robbins brought in items that her mother made along with the Quilt Guild years ago.

Sue Robbins brought in items that her mother made along with the Quilt Guild years ago.

1857 Famed American defense attorney Clarence Darrow, who famously argued the side of a Tennessee high-school teacher in the Scopes Trial as well as many other high-profile defendants in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, was born.

1906 San Francisco was rocked by a large earthquake resulting from slippage along the San Andreas fault. The quake and the resulting fire killed nearly 4,000 people and destroyed 75% of the city.

DYW Participants Spotlight

The Distinguished Young Woman Show will be coming to Malad again this year, to name a new reigning DYW for 2023. The DYW program

is dedicated to providing a venue for participants to demonstrate their combination of academic work, public service, and talents to the public. A dress

rehearsal for the event will take place at 7:00 p.m. May 5 at Malad Elementary School. Tickets are available for $5 at the door. The Final performance

will take place the following night at the same location at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $10, and can be purchased from any of the participants or at the door.

Brynlee Bastian

High School: Malad High School

Career Goals: PT Assistant or Athletic

Trainer College Choices: Utah State University

Activities/Honors: Student Council (2020-2023), FCCLA Officer (2020-2023), Junior Prom Committee (2023), HOSA Officer (2020-2023), MHS Cross Country

Captain (2020-2023), MHS Track (20202023), MHS Basketball (2020-2021, 2022-2023)

Talent: Personal Narrative

Sarah Beyler High School: Tech Trep Academy

Career Goals: Speech-Language Pathologist College Choices: BYU-Idaho

Activities/Honors: High School Choir, Drama Club, Pep Band, Tuba, Keyboard, Band, Young Women’s President

Talent: Piano Solo Selection: Sonatine in A minor

Charli Briscoe High School: Malad High School

Career Goals: Nutritional Therapist College Choices: BYU

Activities/Honors: MHS Drill Team

2021-current, MHS Soccer Team

2020-current, Cinderella 2021

Talent: Contemporary Dance Solo Selection: “Carry You” Ruelle

Brookelyn Daniels

High School: Malad High School

Career Goals: Physical Therapist or Dental Hygienist College Choices: Idaho State University

Activities/Honors: Cook/Carhop at Malad Drive-In, Bamma Wamma’s Pop Shop (2 years), After School Program Aide for Malad Elementary School, Journalism/Yearbook Staff (3 years), Family Career and Community Leaders of America Freshman Secretary, Junior Prom Committee, Student Government (Freshman Class Secretary), MHS volleyball team (Freshman year), Summer School Aide for Malad Elementary School

Talent: Humorous Act

Selection: Lime Jello Marshmallow Cottage Cheese Surprise

Rylee Hammer

High School: Malad High School

Career Goals: Speech Therapist College Choices: BYU Hawaii

Activities/Honors: High School Volleyball, Chamber Choir 1 year (Audition Choir), Student Government Secretary, Family Career and Community Leaders of America, Stake Youth Council, Prom Planning Committee, Teachers Assistant

Talent: Vocal Solo

Selection: “You Will Be Found”

Sadie Jensen High School: Malad High School

Career Goals: Commercial Airline Pilot College Choices: ATP (Airline Training Program)

Activities/Honors: MHS Drill Team (1 year), MHS Volleyball Team (2 years), MHS Basketball Team, MHS Cheer Team (2 years), 4-H Market Lamb, Cake Decorating, Show Rabbits, Dude Ranch Café dishwasher, waitress.

Talent: Jazz Dance Solo

Selection: “King of My Heart”

Karlee Palmer High School: Malad High School

Career Goals: Real Estate College Choices: BYU-Idaho

Activities/Honors: Journalism/Yearbook Head Editor, Sophomore/Junior Class Homecoming Committee, Junior Prom Committee Chairman

Talent: Motivational Speech

Selection: “Swaying Daffodils”

Alexus Tarbet High School: Malad High School

Career Goals: Pharmacy Technician College Choices: Idaho State University

Activities/Honors: MHS Drill Team 2020-current, Newsies 2020, Health Occupations Students of America 2020-current, Cinderella 2021, MHS Choir 2021, Piano 2013-current, Guitar 2016-current, Teaching Guitar Lessons 2023

Talent: Piano Solo Selection: “Winter Wind Etude”

Malad Elementary Breakfast

Monday, April 24 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast on a Stick, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Tuesday, April 25 - Cereal Assortment, Apple Bites, Fruit, Juice/Milk

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

Thursday, April 27 - Cereal Assortment, Muffin, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Malad Middle Breakfast

Monday, April 24 - Cereal Assortment, Muffins/Yogurt, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Tuesday, April 25 - Cereal Assortment, Max Pancake, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Wednesday, April 26 - Cereal Assortment, Mini Cinnamon Bagel, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Thursday, April 27 - Cereal Assortment, Sausage Egg Biscuit, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Malad High Breakfast

Monday, April 24 - Cereal Assortment, Muffins/Yogurt, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Tuesday, April 25 - Cereal Assortment, Max Pancake, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Wednesday, April 26 - Cereal Assortment, Mini Cinnamon Bagel, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Thursday, April 27 - Cereal Assortment, Sausage Egg Biscuit, Fruit, Juice/Milk

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

Malad Elementary Lunch

Monday, April 24 – Ham & Cheese Ripper, Baked Fries, PBJ/Chex Mix/ Cheese Stick, Food Choice – Celery Sticks, Peaches

Tuesday, April 25 – Chicken Nuggets, Macaroni & Cheese, PBJ/Chex Mix/Cheese Stick, Food Choice –Corn, Pears

Wednesday, April 26 – Breakfast for Lunch-Sausage Patty, Hash Brown, French Toast, PBJ/Chex Mix/Cheese

Stick, Food Choice – Applesauce, Sliced Cucumbers

Thursday, April 27 – Deli Sandwich, Chips, PBJ/Chex Mix/Cheese Stick, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks, Grapes

Malad Middle Lunch

Thursday, April 20 – Santa Fe Turkey Wrap, Chips, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks, Strawberries/

Bananas

Monday, April 24 – Ravioli, Garlic Bread, Salad Bar, Food Choice –

Corn, Peaches

Tuesday, April 25 – Southwest Burrito, Baked Fries, Salad Bar, Food

Choice – Carrot Sticks, Pears

Wednesday, April 26 – Tex Mex

Mac, Breadstick, Salad Bar, Food

Choice – Green Beans, Mandarin Oranges

Thursday, April 27 – Stuffwich, Chips, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Celery Sticks, Grapes

Malad High Lunch

Monday, April 24 – Ravioli, Gar-

lic Bread, Salad Bar, Food Choice –

Corn, Peaches

Tuesday, April 25 – Southwest Bur-

rito, Baked Fries, Salad Bar, Food

Choice – Carrot Sticks, Pears

Wednesday, April 26 – Tex Mex

Mac, Breadstick, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Green Beans, Mandarin Oranges

Thursday, April 27 – Stuffwich, Chips, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Celery Sticks, Grapes

Grandparents Only

Not recommended for parents or kids

By Gramma Dot

I popped over to Justin and Swiss Firth’s to see their new Lucky Penny. She is two weeks old and cute as a button. While there I got to hang out with Penny’s four sisters. Dempsey is a poet, who has started her own book. Phoebe constructs zoos out of boxes and duct tape. Maisy brought me a dozen eggs, and Heidi really wanted to go home with me and clean my house.

They were a delight.

Last night Elle crawled up on my bed and jabbered about this and that before it was her bedtime. When she heard her dad coming down the hall, she ducked under the covers and quite loudly told me to be quiet, although I hadn’t got-

ten a word in edgewise. Hadley got new glasses and has spent two days trying to decide when she should wear them. She is happy to keep everyone in the loop about how it is going.

Now, I tell you all of this because kids don’t fret about sharing their thoughts, ideas and musings. They don’t worry about what someone might think. They are just happy to have someone to listen, so they keep talking.

Brent’s Grandma and Grandpa Griffin were both born in Wales. They immigrated to Canada as young adults and brought the “Old Country Charm” with them. When you visited with Madge and Charlie you better be on your toes. They chatted nonstop at

ONEIDA COUNTY

SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Sherrilynn Joan W. Bair, Firth, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Laura Lee Sarceda, Malta, texting while driving, $75.00, costs $56.50

IDAHO STATE POLICE

Anthony Booth Craigg, Akron, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Ruyberg V. Da Silva, speeding, $98.50, costs $56.50

Alana Susan Knutson, Ammon, speeding, $33.50, costs $59.50

Emma Grace Lund, Cedar Park, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Porter Brian Moody, Colorado Springs, operation of motor vehicle while operating mobile device,

Curlew Senior Citizens' Menu

Every Meal Served with Juice/Milk/Coffee

April 25 – Taco Soup, Pears, Corn Bread, Salad Bar, Dessert

April 27 – Pork Chops, Mixed Fruit, Rolls, Green Beans, Salad Bar, Dessert

Malad Senior Citizens’ Menu

Every Meal Served with Juice/Milk/Coffee

April 21 – Sloppy Joes, Carrot and Raisin Salad, Pears, Dessert

April 26 – Beef Stroganoff, Beets, Rolls, Dessert

School District Bus Driver

$75.00, costs $56.50

Jace Ryan Moscon, Logan, speeding, $33.50, costs $59.50

Terri Jo Neuerburg, Idaho Falls, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Pavel Dmitriyevich Volkov, Panorama City, operation of motor vehicle while operating mobile device, $75.00, costs $56.50

Tamen Dale Whipple, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $59.50

Perry Michael Williams, Henderson, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50, fail to register vehicle annually, $10.50, costs $56.50

Matthew D. Winn, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $59.50

Jinge Zhang, Santa Monica, speeding, $98.50, costs $56.50

Summer Help

Malad City is accepting applications for summer help. Apply at Malad City Hall 59 Bannock Street 208-766-4160 Applications are due by May 3, 2023. Must be 16 years or older

Summer Employees Needed

OSD #351 Dept. of Transportation is looking for a bus driver.

Route: Stone/Holbrook

Contact Kelly Hill (208) 317-3720 w/ questions.

Oneida County Weed Department will be hiring seasonal employees for the summer months. The hours will be up to 40 per week. All applicants must be 18 or older and have a current driver’s license. Pick up the employment application at the court house or the Road & Bridge office located across from the fairgrounds. Applications must be turned in at one of these same locations no later than 4 pm on May 5th. For more information, call 208-766-4336 or 208-766-3302.

OBITUARY SUBMISSION INFO

the same time with various stories that often intersected. When these intersections occurred everyone in the room would be participating in the same conversation, but it never lasted for long. At some point, they would both take a different route, and it was up to you to choose whom you would follow. You might start the visit close to Madge and end up hollering across the room to Charlie because you had followed his story when their paths diverged. They were both cognitively sharp to the end.

My point, let’s keep talking with no particular agenda other than to enjoy the company of others. I really think it promotes the Good Life!

Oneida County Fair & Rodeo Queen Contest

June 2 & 3, 2023 • Check in 9:00 a.m. Open

Cowgirl: 6 - 7 yr old

Princess: 8 - 10 yr old

Jr. Queen: 11 - 14 yr old

Sr. Queen: 15 - 18 yr old (as of January 1, 2023)

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NOTICE OF PROPOSED CHANGE OF WATER RIGHT TRANSFER NO. 87675

JARED SIMPSON, 4885 E HIGHWAY 36, MALAD CITY, ID 83252-6008 has filed Application No. 87675 for changes to the following water rights within ONEIDA County(s): Right No(s). 15-7193; to see a full description of these rights and the proposed transfer, please see https://research.idwr. idaho.gov/apps/waterrights/querynewtransfers. The purpose of the transfer is to change a portion of the above rights as follows: change point of diversion and place of use. Proposed point of diversion is in N WSE Sec 34 T14S R35E for 0.61 cfs from ground water. Proposed place of use is in NWSE Sec 34 T14S R35E for 40 acres.

For additional information concerning the property location, contact Eastern Region office at (208)525-7161. Protests may be submitted based on the criteria of Idaho Code Sec. 42-222. Any protest against the proposed change must be filed with the Department of Water Resources, Eastern Region, 900 N SKYLINE DR STE A, IDAHO FALLS ID 83402-1718 together with a protest fee of $25.00 for each application on or before 5/1/2023. The protestant must also send a copy of the protest to the applican t. GARY SPACKMAN, Director

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Cemetery Cleanup May 1

Malad will start cleaning the City Cemetery of all flowers and decorative items from winter

If you want any of your items, please remove them by that time.

Oneida Republican Committee Thanks All Who Helped Make Lincoln Day Dinner A Success

Special thanks to Lincoln Day Chair Matt Wray and Committee U.S. Congressman Chris Stewart, Keynote Speaker

IDGOP Chair Dorothy Moon

Iron Door Smoke House, Caterer

Dr. David Teeples, Entertainment Careen Hornecker, Posters and Flyers, Table Sponsors: Oxford Packing, Hess Lumber, ATC Communications, Thomas Market, Hess Pumice Products

Set-up: Committee Members, Shelby Blackner, Kelley Neal, Bob Crowther, Willard Wray, Kall and McCoy VanBebber

Flag Ceremony: Scout Leaders Bill Lewis, Tony McClain and Troop 1776

Servers: Scout Troop 1776, Liddia and Madelyn Gonzalez, Bob and Ann Crowther, Northwest Liberty Academy Students Reporter Brandon Hall, Idaho Enterprise

Local, District, State and National Leaders in Attendance Private Donors, Auction Donors and Purchasers, Outstanding Support of Community Members

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Interested applicants can pick up and drop off their completed applications at the Oneida facility located at 1750 N Old Hwy 191 in Malad between the hours of 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. Monday through Saturday. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. IDAWY Solid Waste District is an equal opportunity employer.

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ORDINANCE NO. 492

AN ORDINANCE OF MALAD CITY, IDAHO, A POLITICAL AND MUNICIPAL SUBDIVISION OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 467, WHICH AMENDED "REGULATION IV - NEW SERVICE CONNECTIONS" OF ORDINANCE NO. 331 OF MALAD CITY, IDAHO BY MODIFYING SECTION OR PARAGRAPH FOUR (4); AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE

WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council of Malad City, Idaho, deem it necessary for the health, peace, safety, morals, convenience, order and general welfare of the present and future inhabitants of Malad City to make and adopt certain amendments regulations regarding connection h ookups to the Malad City water and sewer system(s);

NOW, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF MALAD, STATE OF IDAHO, AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1: Malad City Ordinance Number 467 and Regulation IV of Malad City Ordinance Number 331 is hereby amended to include section or paragraph four (4) as follows:

CONNECTIONS ALONG, ABUTTING, CONNECTING, INTERFERING, DAMAGING OR AFFECTING ROADWAYS AND HIGHWAYS. Road surface digging or trenching on roadways and highways for connecti ons to the Malad City water and sewer system(s) are prohibited unless appr oved by Malad City. Applicants for connections to the Malad City water and sewer system(s) wherein the connection abuts, connects, interferes, d amages, interrupts or affects a road or highway or which otherwise requires or causes a disruption of a road or highway, are hereby required to bore under the road or highway and bear all costs associated therewith in addition to any other costs or fees required for such connection. Applicants for such connection(s) shall guarantee and warrant that such boring does not cause the road or highway to settle for a subsequent two (2) year period, and shall be liable for the maintenance and repair associated with any su ch settling. Applicant(s) for such connection(s) shall comply with all regulations and requirements imposed by the State of Idaho and Malad City in co njunction with the connection.

SECTION 2: Except as expressly amended above, the balance of Malad City Ordinance No. 331 is hereby ratified and confirmed, as curre ntly amended, without further change.

SECTION 3: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect after passage and approval by the City Council and Mayor of Malad City, Idaho, and publication as provided by law.

PASSED, ADOPTED, AND APPROVED by the City Council of Malad City, Oneida County, State of ldaho, on this _____ day of ___________________, 2023.

JOAN HAWKINS, Mayor

ATTEST:

SUSAN J. WITTMAN, Clerk #5492-4-20-23-T1

EVAN T. ROTH [Idaho State Bar No. 9033]

THOMAS M. LARSEN [Idaho State Bar No. 11950]

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IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF ONEIDA (MAGISTRATE DIVISION)

IN THE MATTER OF: THE ESTATE OF BARRY ROYCE JONES, Deceased.

Case No. CV36-22-0137

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Matthew L. Colton, Clerk of the Court

By: Dale Davis, Deputy Clerk

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LOOKING BACK

2018 (5 Years Ago)

Motion was made by Commissioner Shellee Daniels to validate the findings regarding Turkey Trail as written by the county attorney and have the findings recorded on Friday, April 13. Motion was approved unanimously by commissioners. Gates can be closed on the road, but they cannot be locked so that the public can have access. Commissioners are hoping that the public will be respectful of the property rights of the private property owner.

The Visions Tour, sponsored through Malad High School, allowed students and chaperones the opportunity to explore many historical sites on the East Coast during Spring Break. The group traveled throughout the Eastern United States from Saturday, March 21 - Saturday, April 7. The group was led by Dennis Evans, who was accompanied by his wife, Sherrie. High School Principal Mike Corbett and his daughter Emily also went along. Others making the trip were Kami, Karsyn, and Kassidy Willie, Tina and Shawnee Simpson, Christie, Tyrell, and Ashley Ward, Kurt and Carol Elcock, Ethan Ward, Varcy Neal, Mikayla Facer, Britlynn Hubbard, Halli Hannah, Jazmine Boling, Drew Neiffenegger, Raychel Willie, Chris Jacaway, MaCall Smith, Parker Peterson, Kaleb Mills, Hyrum Smith, Hailee Schwartz, Kaylee Origer, Brett Garamendi, Brooklyn Green, and Ashlyn Price.

On Thursday evening, April 12, the placed to be was the Malad High School gymnasium where Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital Foundation held their Seventh Annual Evening of the Arts.

2013 (10 Years Ago)

In a written statement, the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office confirms that investigators are working with the Box Elder County Sheriff’s Office in contacting potential witnesses and persons of interest in the triple homicide which occurred Thursday, April 4, one mile east of Holbrook. The homicide occurred in a residence, about one mile east of the Holbrook townsite.

The Oneida County

Long Term Care had a “Peeps” show on Thursday, April 11! Not what you may think, though, this “Peeps” show was provided by each department of the hospital, where they each made a display from candy “Peeps”. The residents of the Long Term Care then voted for their first, second, and third place winners. There are some pretty creative people working at the local hospital!

Nucor Steel recently awarded $4,062.70 in grant funds to instructors at Malad High School, Malad Middle School, Malad Elementary School, and Oneida High School.

Applications were submitted to the company based out of Plymouth, Utah.

2008 (15 Years Ago)

Malad Junior Miss Dani Howard is set to turn her title over to another this Saturday. The 2008 program, entitled “In your Dreams”, will feature thirteen participants, vying for the chance to wear the crown.

Well over 200 people attended a Preparedness Fair sponsored by the Pleasantview Ward Saturday. It’s an event the sponsors plan to hold every four months from now on, according to the chairman, Bishop Jeff Gibson.

Tucker Hess was chosen by the Grand Teton Council to be the Cub Scout representative at the Council’s Report to the Governor.

Lisa Willie was named the winner in this week’s “Name That Neighbor” contest. The winning entry was randomly drawn from the combined entries and was the first chosen entry which correctly named the Secret Neighbor. Lisa correctly identified the Secret Neighbor as Carrie Hess. She had not listen any clues on her entry form.

1998 (25 Years Ago)

22 students participated in the Malad High School Drama Department’s production of “The Beverly Hillbillies,” which featured its last show at 7:00 p.m. at the Malad Elementary School Auditorium. The play, based on the 60s TV sitcom, recounts the exploits of Jedd Clampett (played

Want to Make This July 4th One to Remember?

Malad City is looking for businesses, organizations, school clubs or others that would provide food booth, crafts, retail, or activity for the day of July 4th. The activity or booth can last one hour or longer. They can charge for the activity if they want to earn money for an organization or it can be free. We are looking for fun activities that families can participate in during the day.

If you are interested, please contact Mandi Hess 208-380-5563 You must register with the city, or you will not be allowed to set up a booth or provide an activity. Activities do not need to last the whole day – you can choose the hours that you would like to participate.

by Matthew Moss), who discovers oil on his otherwise “worthless land” and moves to Beverly Hills to join the millionaire class.

The internet is now online at the Malad Senior Citizens’ Center, thanks to the donation of a computer from the Department of Health and Human Services, and the assistance of Microsoft and Malad High School.

The computer was originally run with Microsoft 3.1, which was not compatible with the network.

A donation of Windows 95 allowed the computer to be updated. The update was handled by High School students. The online capability allows citizens to access a range a government programs and information, as well as email accounts and news. Computer times are limited, due to the single phone line available at the Center.

Derk Williams bagged a 22 ½ lb. turkey on a north Idaho hunting trip recently. Williams indicated that he did not plan to serve the turkey as part of a Thanksgiving Day feat, as the meat was likely to be too gamey. He did, however, plan to have it smoked, and the body of the bird taxidermied.

The Lions Club announced the winners of their annual Patriotism essay contest. Chair Ken Moss announced Jeanette Bridges, Lyndsie Moeller, and Jesse Dredge as the writers of the best essays submitted for consideration, discussing the subject “How I Can Best Serve My Community.”

1988 (35 Years Ago)

A contest to find the best popcorn recipe among those associated with the Cub Scouts determined its winners this week. Eurada Daniels of Pack 452 won first place, with her recipe for Carmel Corn. Jane Ann Ward of Pack 455 won second for her recipe for carmel lollipopcorn, and Gloria Tubbs of Pack 458 took third for her instructions for great microwave popcorn. The scouts sell popcorn every year as a means of raising money for their operating budget and events. The recipes are included in the Enterprise.

In the sixth year of the District Spelling Bee, sponsored by Artic Circle, Patrick Struhs was named the Malad Junior High School Spelling Bee winner. In addition to Struhs, the following students represented Malad

in Soda Springs for the next round: Bryan Horsley, Amber Braker, Angie Alder, Melissa Willie and Aldena Neal. Dan Marteeny, Sherrie Burnett, Jon Ward, and Roslyn Brimhall acted as judges for the event.

45 children belonging to the Rainbow Connection presented a check to hospital administrator Jim Russell for $220 last week, which was generated by the proceeds from their production of “Get Smart—Just Say No” to promote anti-drug awareness. Sally Russell, Ann Crowther, and Margaret Barker directed the show, with Trudy Ward serving as the accompanist. The play was also performed in Downey and Stone as part of Drug Awareness Month. The hospital planned to use the check to purchase a new hospital cart.

1978 (45 Years Ago)

An ongoing controversy over the city’s leashing law extended into the local schools, as students from Pearl Williams’ sixth grade class made some of their feelings on the idea known. The

Thank You

The Nell J. Redfield Hospital Foundation wishes to thank the featured artists, the student artists and their teachers, the businesses, organizations, and individuals who donated baskets and items for the live and silent auctions and the raffle, the Malad High School culinary arts students, Kelley Neal (the Easter Bunny), the Malad Middle School, and everyone who attended the Evening of the Arts, Malad has an amazing number of talented artists, and we are proud to display their works. All proceeds from the auctions and raffle will go to updating patient rooms in the Hospital.

24-hour leash law would require dogs to be controlled on leashed while in public and outside of the confines of their home yards. The ordinance was a response to the number of dogs running loose on public streets, and the accompanying cleanup issues. Student Lisa said, “I think there should a leash law because sometimes dogs come to the school and have fights with someone between them. Also, because dogs go up and down the middle of streets and get ran over.”

John said, “I go against the leash law because the dogs wouldn’t be able to run and play and chase butterflies and mice and other little creatures. If I were in my dog’s place I wouldn’t like it, because I wouldn’t be able to play and run free like a dog should.”

A Search and Rescue Patrol was organized under the instigation of Sheriff Ken Wharton to aid and assist law enforcement with emergency operations throughout the county. Dale Rohner was appointed the commander of the 19-member unit, which will also include active-duty emergency

responders in the county. Search and Rescue will primarily be an on-call emergency organization but will also help with large public event security. Members will provide their own equipment and be trained in emergency first aid response and firearms.

Governor John Evans reported on a meeting held with the three other states served by the Bonneville Power Administration— Oregon, Washington, and Montana—to discuss issues and concerns about what were perceived to be shared energy problems. The recent drought had put a strain on the energy supplies that had already been stressed by other exigent factors during the decade. Governor Evans had been denied the authority by the state legislature to create a state entity to buy and sell energy shares, and was working with the other Northwest governors to create a sustainable structure for better regulating power distribution.

Euarda Daniels and George Jones wear big smiles as they sample some of the prize winning carmelcorn at the Scout Round Table last Wednesday night. They are flanked by Gloria Tubbs and Jane Ann Ward. The Popcorn Cookery Contest was held to kick off the annual Cub Scout Popcorn Sale, which will continue through the end of April.

The MHS Drama Department is presenting "The Beverly Hillbillies." In the first Jedd Clampett (Matthew Moss) is told his field is some new form of money, "millions."

Malad City works on plans for July 4 celebration

At the City Council meeting held on Wednesday, April 12, Malad City mayor and council worked on plans for the July 4 celebration. On hand to help with planning were four members of the Mayor’s Youth Council, Adi Schow, Aubrey Corbett, Katie Marble and Aubree Palmer. The youths provided some ideas for the council about what kids their age might enjoy for activities during the day.

A theme for the celebration, suggested by Councilwoman Jamie Olsen, was approved of “Peace, Love and Fireworks”. Several people have already committed to help with activities explained Mayor Joan Hawkins. It was decided to place an ad in the paper to see if other organizations would be interested in sponsoring an activity. Events will be planned for the late afternoon and evening of Monday, July 3, and for Tuesday, July 4.

Soil and Water Conservation District

Representing Oneida Soil Conservation District were Chairman Loyd Briggs, Secretary/ Treasurer Cory Daniels, and Office Administrator Staci Tripp. The council unanimously approved a Lease Agreement with the Oneida Soil Conservation District for a small area by the city’s maintenance building to store equipment owned by the district.

In addition, the council unanimously approved funding for the fiscal year 2024 of $1,500, provided funds are available, as a donation to the district. Information was provided for the council on the activities of the district for their fiscal year 2022. The Oneida SWC District Board consists of Loyd Briggs, Doug Mills, Cory Daniels, Nathan Eliason, Jaclyn Nielsen and Doug Fuhriman.

Oneida County Road Department Road and Bridge

Foreman of the Oneida County Road and Bridge

Dianna Dredge informed the council that with the city and county growing, the county does not have room to continue to store salt and sand for the city. For the last seven or eight years, the two entities have shared the county’s salt shed. In the last two years, they have run out of salt and sand before the winter season was completed and had to have it hauled in. It is harder to get quality products during the winter season. She requested that the city provide their own storage area. Mayor Hawkins explained that this issue had been brought to the council a few years before, and the council at that time had approved pouring a cement slab and providing a cover.

Superintendent Tyler

Webster recommended that the council approve the request. The city’s salt shed would be located on the southeast side

of the city’s maintenance shop. The council requested that bids be collected for the project for possible approval at next month’s meeting.

YESCO Signs

David Lee from YESCO Signs provided a design and request that Ace Hardware/Ward Feed & Seed use the sign at the approach to 50 South that was formerly owned by the Malad Area Chamber of Commerce. After discussion, the council determined that they needed to find paperwork on the sign to determine ownership, and to check with the State of Idaho to see if they would approve of such a change in the signage.

Ordinance No. 492

The council unanimously approved waiving the first two readings of Ordinance No. 492, and then subsequently unanimously approved Ordinance No. 492 which sets forth requirements for boring under city streets. This ordinance will be published in The Idaho Enterprise as required by state law.

Fair Housing Proclamation Resolutions

Mayor Hawkins presented to the council a Fair Housing Proclamation, which calls for April as Fair Housing Month. The Proclamation is required to comply with the State of Idaho’s fair housing laws.

Resolution 20230412, Adopting Hazard Mitigation Plan

Because Malad City joined with Oneida County for the update of the County Hazard Mitigation Plan, the City was required to adopt The Oneida County Multi-Jurisdictional All Hazard Mitigation Plan by resolution. The plan identifies possible hazards to Oneida County and Malad City. With those hazards identified, if there is an incident, the city and county would be able to apply for federal mitigation funds.

The council unanimously approved the Resolution.

Arbor Day Celebration

The council set a tentative date of Saturday, April 29, for Arbor Day. Following a suggestion received by the mayor, the event will be held on Saturday and provide a xeriscaping class for trees and plants that are conducive to the area.

Park Fire Ring

Harold Carey requested that the council provide a fire ring at City Park. He indicated that he works with scouts to teach them outside cooking and would like to have access at the park. He also believes others would enjoy the fire ring during evenings at the park. The council discussed the possibility of resurrecting the old fire ring that is near the pavilion or provide a new fire ring.

Councilman Lance Tripp, who is over parks and recreation, will check into both possibil-

ities and report back to the council at the May meeting.

North Main Street Lights

The supplier of light bulbs for the streetlights on North Main Street only has a small supply of bulbs left after which they can no longer be purchased. The poles are aluminum and when hit can easily fall, and they also need to be repainted. For this reason, Mayor Hawkins asked the council if they wanted to investigate purchasing new poles with LED lights for replacement when the road is worked on later this summer.

The council debated the request, and no final decision was made. Superintendent Webster will check to see if the current poles can be converted to LED. He also had a concern because he has had difficulty finding someone to weld the aluminum poles after they are damaged. By the meeting end, a name was provided to the Superintendent of someone to weld the poles. It has also been suggested that a barrier be placed around the poles to prevent hitting them and knocking them over.

Malad Valley

Renn Faire & Baby

Animal Days

A request was made for the city to provide support for the Malad Valley Renn Faire & Baby Animal Days. After a discussion, the council unanimously agreed to make a one-time donation of $500 for the event.

City Maintenance

Shop Custodian

Mayor Hawkins requested that the council consider providing custodial services for the meeting room, offices and restrooms at the city’s maintenance building. The decision was tabled until the May meeting while the council considers solutions.

Business License

A business license was unanimously approved by the council for Complete Property Care, LLC, owned by Pamela Harris, located at 301 South Main, Malad, Idaho, for commercial/ residential property care, maintenance and repair and handyman services.

Sheriff Report

Deputy Dallas Jones reported for Sheriff Arne Jones. He asked if the city had received any notice regarding a grant for school signage. The signage on South Main Street for the schools does not meet state code. Superintendent Webster had earlier provided a bid to bring the signage to state code for $14,000. A discussion was held regarding signage for the high school and middle school and for the elementary school. Mayor Hawkins will check to see what grants may be available.

Deputy Jones asked about the painting of the curbs on 50 South, which is a State Highway. The State is requiring that the city paint these curbs;

however, they will not allow them to be painted red, but require that they be painted yellow. As the discussion was left last year, the state said they would leave it up to the city whether to paint.

The condition of the dog pound was discussed. It had previously been stated that there was no heat in the dog pound. However, a new heater had been installed higher on the wall where the dogs could not reach and chew on the cord. Concern had been expressed that the dog pound was still too cold, and they would like the runs covered. That would make the inside too hot during the summer. Superintendent Webster indicated that he would check into installing a cover that could be removed for summer. It was requested that the Alder family be contacted about the water tank and a fence be provided around the building to protect it from cattle.

A question was asked of Deputy Jones about “Jake” brakes and if there was an ordinance against them. He indicated that it would fall under the city’s “Noise” ordinance or under a state ordinance.

Planning & Zoning

Chairman of Malad City Planning & Zoning, Shelly Williams, reported of the past month’s activities. The commission is continuing to review the Zoning Ordinance and make changes as they find ambiguities or questions. Several of those areas were discussed with the council for clarification.

Williams reported that they received an inquiry on vacant property on Bannock Street located behind the homes that abut onto Depot Road for the building of apartments. He was told by the commission that he would have to access the property from Depot Road, which is a county road and then cross the railroad tracks.

A resident has been denied a letter of occupancy because their construction does not meet code requirements.

Another developer has requested building a four-plex in an area where there is not sufficient frontage, and that was denied by Planning & Zoning.

Superintendent Report

Superintendent Webster reported that the snow in the new city lagoons has completely melted. There were fears that waiting for the snow to melt would delay the lining of the ponds, but contractors believe they will be able to move forward with the project.

The SCADA system should be completed by the end of the week.

The new city sweeper was not distributing water correctly. The men did sweep the roads one day, and the company is coming to repair the sweeper.

Superintendent Webster thanked Councilwoman Jamie Olsen for maps she provided of the cemetery.

The Superintendent reported that there is a new federal requirement that all copper and lead pipes must be removed from city systems. The city has until October 2024 to inventory all water pipes in the city, including those leading from the city lines to individual homes, and determine which are lead or copper. They will then be provided with another deadline to replace those lines. The Superintendent has a plan of action ready to start the survey of the lines this summer. He would like to have it completed by this November. Any home built after 1986 would not have lead or copper lines, so those properties can be easily identified.

Asphalt plants will be open next week, and the Superintendent will order hot mix to start repairing potholes. There are also five or six trenches that need to be filled.

At the cemetery, the winter was particularly hard. For those buried during the winter, the graves have sunken and need new fill dirt and sod covering. Other older graves have sunken, and sod will be taken in to fill those graves. The crew will be moving into the cemetery as soon as it is dry enough to do this work, and to clean up graves of old flowers.

A bid was provided to mill two inches and overlay North Main Street from Bannock Street to 100 North for $153,695. A second bid was provided to chip and seal the east side of North Main from 100 North to 400 North for $156,900. This totals more than the entire road budget for the fiscal year. The council discussed whether the work from 100 North to 400 North is necessary. That area was not included in the work last year because of the way the driveways are built out onto the street. The alternative would be to hand patch the holes and fog seal. However, Webster indicated that the hand patches would not last, and he considers it a waste of money. If the work is done, the Superintendent said that homeowners need to be made aware that they are responsible to clean out the culverts under their driveways because the pooling of water is causing the breakup.

The city of Firth wants to purchase the city’s old garbage truck. The council unanimously approved that the 2001 Peterbilt Model 320 garbage truck be declared as surplus, and that the city no longer needs it. The council provided approval to the Superintendent to sell the truck for whatever is a fair price to the City of Firth.

Webster suggested that the city consider a Capital Improvement Project to save funds for large and expensive projects in the future.

Mayor Hawkins asked the Superintendent about the condition of the walking path. He indicated that there are some very large cracks, and that it should be cracked sealed with a slurry.

Treasurer Report

Treasurer Terrill Schwartz presented the financial statements for the month ending March 31, 2023. A total of $2,343,993.90 is deposited with the State Treasurer where the city is earning 4.32 percent. Other funds are transferred to local banks for payment of bills as needed.

Noted by the treasurer is that the city purchased a used Elgin Broom Badger street sweeper mounted on a 2018 Isuzu NRR chassis. The purchase price was $198,000. The General Fund made a down payment of $48,000. The remaining balance of $150,000 was paid by the Water and Sewer Accounts. The General Fund will repay the Water and Sewer Accounts in annual payments of $50,000 plus interest at the rate of 3 percent. The current principal balance owing is $150,000.

Attorney Report Attorney Dustin Smith reported that a Gift Deed received from the Elden Dattage Trust will correct the boundary overlap on the south side of the walking path. The Deed has been received and recorded.

Smith received a call from an attorney representing a company that was supposed to remove the chlorine tanks from the old wastewater shed and failed to do so. He replied to the attorney that the city disputes their claim, and since that call, he has not heard back from the attorney.

Council Reports

During the discussion on the Chamber sign, Councilman Tyrell Neal explained that the electronic sign is not working. He indicated that he would wait to see what decision is made with YESCO before proceeding to investigate repairing the sign.

Councilwoman Jamie Olsen reported on an issue regarding the city building permits. The building inspector wants the city to take care of their own building permits, but the city does not have access to the county’s program. The Mayor indicated that she would request to be on the county’s agenda for their next meeting to discuss the matter with the county commissioners.

Councilman Lance Tripp reported that the pavers for the Path to Splash will start being laid and should be completed within the next two weeks. He also indicated that regarding the Age Friendly Community Committee, he would like representatives from each generation to be on the committee and asked the council to think of names for that committee.

Other Bills totaling $118,765.17 were unanimously approved to be paid. The minutes of the meeting held March 8, 2023, were unanimously approved.

Baby Animal Festival to be Part of Renn Faire!

A sure sign of Spring has to be baby animals! And even though the spring is late delivering warmth, the baby animals have delivered! And, who doesn’t love baby animals? On Friday and Saturday, May 5-6 at the Heritage Square in Samaria, the baby animal Festival

will be one of the headliners of the Malad Valley Renaissance Faire. You can hold and cuddle these cuties…well maybe not the colt, but ducklings, chicks, bunnies, puppies, piglets, kittens, lambs, kids (goats) and more. What a great time for the whole family to en

joy the wonder of new life! And, for the price of admission, you get not only the baby animals, but everything else the Faire has to offer…A world class Jousting event, (don’t miss this…we have the reigning world champion jouster and his knights coming with

BRAIN TEASERS

some intense battles), great entertainment, good food, over 40 vendors, and many other kids and family activities. This event promises to be a highlight of the year. So, mark your calendars, it will be a blast!

This event would not be possible without a

group dedicated volunteers and local sponsors. A special thanks to the sponsors who have contributed thus far –Nell J Redford Memorial Hospital, ATC, Dr. Ed Thorpe, Hess Lumber, Oneida Family Dental, Thomas Market, Northwestern Mutual, J Peak Pro -

pane, Ward Feed and Northern Title. For updated information and ticket prices for the upcoming Renaissance Faire and Baby Animal Spring Festival visit the Malad Valley Heritage Square on Facebook.

A menagerie of baby animals will be available at the Renaissance Faire

Tax Exemption Request

The Property tax exempt status of the Oneida Crisis Center, the American Legion, and the Presbyterian Church were discussed. The Crisis Center and American Legion’s requests were accepted.

The Presbyterian Church is requesting tax exemption for the house located on the property, which is currently rented out.

Cody Brower, after reviewing the relevant documents, believed that the property does not qualify for a tax exemption under the current statutes. The issue at the heart of the matter is that the property is classified as a rental property, which is not covered under the primary designation. The rental property has never been taxed in the past, as it has been inhabited by the pastor of the church.

Without that being the case, Attorney Brower’s legal reading was that the property does not qualify for the exemption. Commissioner Jeppsen suggested that the community would likely support a fundraiser to cover the tax burden for the church’s rental property. Brower suggested that the commission’s decision could be appealed to the district court. The commission voted to extend the tax exemption to the church itself, but not to the rental property in observance of Idaho code.

Road and Bridge

Dianna Dredge spoke to the commission about a number of issues related to the Road and Bridge department.

Dredge reported that the number of hours required for snow removal during this especially heavy winter has led to more labor hours, fuel consumption, and expenses in tires and maintenance than were initially budgeted for the year.

The Commission approved the rental of $10,625 and transportation costs of $2,424 for a grader to be used for the remainder of the season. A road maintenance agreement with Hess Pumice was also approved.

All Hazard Mitigation

Dan Williams spoke to the commission about the All-Hazard mitigation Plan for the county. The plan, contracted to Daiko Abe of Intermountain Solutions, has created a final plan for the county’s hazard mitigation plan. The plan has been approved by FEMA, and after it is signed it will go into effect on April 19. The plan is necessary for the county to qualify for federal disaster mitigation funds. 2023-04-01 is the number of the resolution the plan will take when approved. The commission voted to accept the resolution to adopt the mitigation plan.

Dan Williams noted that the Fire station still had plenty of sandbags for anyone who may need them as the spring thaw continues. Additional sand will be brought into town in the near future, though there is still sand available. Dan suggested that Pumice materials might also be delivered to Holbrook in the near future. Williams advised that an earthquake assessment team would be coming through town soon to evaluate buildings.

Swimming Pool County Clerk Lon Colton spoke on behalf of the swimming pool managers regarding several issues related to the pool. The swimming pool staff would like to switch to an online registration system for scheduling swimming pool lessons and events. The subscription fee in total for the year was cited at just over $200. The system should create a more efficient and manageable method for organizing the pool over the summer and through the offseason. Commissioner Jeppsen offered some suggestions for other options for updating the county’s website. The commissioners agreed with the need for such a system but decided to look into the options available before making a final decision.

Beer License Transfer

KJ’s has sold its property to another company. The new ownership needs

to have the beer license transferred into their possession before the renewal process later in the year. The commission approved the transfer.

Election Precincts

Larry Oja spoke to the commission in his capacity as the Republican Committee liaison to the commission. Oja requested that his statement and letter to the commission be recorded as part of the minutes of the meeting. Lon Colton indicated that the minutes do not include full documents as part of the official record in general. Oja had initially spoken to the commission as a result of the topic of precincts being put on the agenda for the previous commission meeting. Oja suggested that any changes to the precinct makeup would be out of line without input from those affected parties. The point of precincts is to facilitate access to voting. Lon Colton indicated that there were no problems with voter access across the county. Attorney Brower spoke to his reasoning for raising the topic. Brower spoke first as an attorney with regard to the legal issues, and then as a private citizen. He had drafted a memorandum on the topic, which has been circulated.

Brower stated that under the law, the current precincts were neither inappropriate nor illegal. Brower presented his argument for potential changes to the precinct arrangement. Mail in precincts can only be established in areas without physical polling places, and less than 150 registered voters. Brower argued, as a private citizen and not the county attorney, that the disparity in participation between the mail-in precincts (over 60%) and the in-person precincts (just over 30%) created a system with disparity. His feeling was that the disproportionate percentage of voter participation in Holbrook and Curlew represented a disadvantage to rural voters in other precincts.

Brower suggested realigning precincts to be more numerically consistent, establishing polling

places in the western valley, if possible. He also suggested that the central committee system governing precincts was also disproportionately advantageous to individuals in the smaller western valley precincts. Because the 6 precinct chairs represent the county at the state legislature on behalf of the Republican party, two of the six represent around 200 people, while the other 4 represent over 2000.

Larry Oja responded by expressing the idea that the smaller precincts selected to visit the legislature represented a unique and important voice, that served an important role in state government.

Lon Colton spoke in his capacity as the election director. He suggested that the precinct arrangement was entirely designed to facilitate election access, rather than any political motive. Colton reiterated his belief that the burden on remote residents in the western valley to come into a polling place would be excessively high, and not worth the potential benefit to equalization.

Commissioner Eliason commented that in his experience Holbrook and Stone have historically always had higher voting percentages, even before mail-in ballots. He further suggested that in his conversations with people in the west valley, no one wanted to eliminate mail-in voting.

Commissioner Jeppsen suggested perhaps increasing the number of precincts to further facili-

tate voting for people in, for instance, the Pocatello Valley area.

One Time Expenses

$600K was set aside for one-time expenses from PILT funds. LATCF funds provide a potential additional funding stream for county projects. A motion to acknowledge that funds from this account, which became available after the original budget was passed, was approved. $45,000 from the LATCF was designated for use on county projects.

Event Center Improvements

Tory Richardson spoke to the commission about several improvement projects for the Event Center. A smaller bid for the construction of a fence around the generator has been received. The commission discussed various possibilities moving forward for bidding out a generator. It was determined to discuss the purchase of generators with other counties who may have recently acquired them. Additional gravel for the parking lot and other projects were also discussed. $2,010 for gravel was approved for five loads spread on the parking lot. A private citizen donated funds to help support the cost. An additional motion to approve up to $4,500 for gravel around the building was also approved. Richardson also raised

Townhall: Officials Answer Questions

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County Clerk Lon Colton, however, stressed that he “would be happy to meet with 150 people if that’s what it took to answer their questions.”

Chairman Lewis explained that the Development Code was an attempt to keep the county’s overall vision in line with the Comprehensive Plan, which lays out the vision for the county’s growth. Concerns such as “protecting agricultural space,” “avoiding sprawl,” and maintaining the general values of the community were all parts of the original Comprehensive Plan that were deemed important to preserve.

Nonetheless, a number of specific questions about the internal elements of the Development Code were raised, including the Zoning of particular parts of the county, the “grandfathering” of residents who had understandings with the county about building issues, and density requirements. While some of the issues could not be resolved in a public forum, as they pertained to specific cases, county officials generally acknowledged the value of public input on policy making moving forward, and invited those members with further concerns to attend the scheduled public meetings.

The question of why the Code had been con -

tracted out to an external firm was raised.

Attorney Brower explained that the code itself was outside his area of expertise, and required a trained set of individuals to make it as comprehensive and legally sound as possible.

Sheriff Jones was asked about some traffic issues in town, as well as the possibility of a public shooting range. While traffic is always an issue on some level, the Sheriff mentioned that as a department they had been trying to obtain funding for a public shooting range for years. A number of people from the audience offered suggestions for funding, and volunteered to help with the project.

A question from the

audience examined whether there could be a full-time resource officer located at the high school. It was felt that such a presence could decrease illegal activity and improve behavior.

Jones affirmed that a resource officer is always a welcome presence, but that manpower and funding had made such a move difficult in the near term.

A concern was raised about the city and county’s “Age-Friendly Community” designation, and how it might tie the entities into an arrangement with the AARP which would be outside the county’s ability to determine de

cisions. Commission

er Jeppsen explained that those concerns had been considered at the time the agreement was

entered into, and there did not appear to be any legal constraint over the city or the county to discontinue the partnership if it was deemed necessary in the future.

A request was made to hold County Commissioner meetings later in the day to allow for greater attendance.

Chairman Lewis explained that many of the guests and presenters at the meetings would have to be paid overtime outside of work hours, and that the meetings often last five or six hours, meaning that a meeting begun at 6 p.m. would end as late as midnight. IT was reported that Zoom and other teleconference options for the meetings had not been attended in the past.

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the issue of panic buttons for county buildings, as well as the rain gutters on the building, which have been affected by ice. One candidate has so far applied for the Construction Manager position currently open with the county.

Capital for a Day

Malad City has been selected to be named “Capital for a Day” on April 27. Representatives from the state, including Governor Brad Little, will be in town on that day for a variety of events. During the morning, the governor will be at the Event Center to host invited guests, and at 1:15 p.m., the delegation will be meeting with the youth. The commission approved a motion to provide up to $1200 to support the event.

Airport Fuel Agreement

Chairman Lewis asked for approval to sign the sales tax exemption certificate for airport fuel. The motion was approved.

Part-time help with Weed Department Part-time help is being sought for the weed department heading into the summer. The rate will be $14/hr. for non-certified help, and $15/hr. for certified workers.

tioned that he has too many raccoons and wants them gone.

Many people began their questions with a nod of appreciation to the county for hosting such a meeting. Even those who disagreed with elements of the county administration expressed gratitude for the opportunity to engage in a public forum of this type.

The next public townhall of this type has not been announced yet, but based on the high level of participation and the expressed desire on the part of many of the attendees for further events, the county seemed interested in continuing the meetings as a matter of public discourse.

Larry Oja and Cody Brower speaker with the Commissioners about voting precincts

Lincoln Day Dinner Returns

don’t get to vote for me.” Stewart is primarily noted for his career in the Air Force, specifically piloting B-1 Bombers, and his extensive writing career. His books Seven Miracles that Saved America and his series The Great and Terrible are bestsellers. Stewart’s career in public speaking was evident, as he used a mix of self-deprecation, humor, and earnestness to captivate the crowd.

“What’s it like to be in congress? Go home and bang your head against the wall and then go home and get yelled at,” Stewart said. “They all tell you you’re a bad congressman—and that’s just my family.”

He recounted some of his experiences in Congress over the years, as well as a number of stories from his time in the Air Force.

“It can certainly be frustrating,” he said. “One thing I can tell you is that the state legislatures are the people who are going to save our country, and Idaho has got to be one of those

lights on the hill. It has to be a place where people feel they can move, and safely put their kids in school.”

Stewart used the experience of a another pilot who had terrible luck. “When I was flying the B-1 we had a guy named Vern. He was 100% cursed. Whenever there was a crisis you knew that Vern was involved. There was only one time when the B-1 couldn’t get its landing gear down. Who was the pilot? Vern.” Stewart explained that he felt the country was current-

WRESTLING AWARDS

For many of Malad’s wrestlers, the state tournaments were only another step of their 20222023 season. Since then, many wrestlers have gone on to continue competing at various matches and tournaments. Weeks after the conclusion of the high school season, Malad’s has finally come to a close. Monday, April 17, the team, coaches, parents and fans celebrated the long season and highlighted the exceptional talent on the Malad Wrestling team, including the following stats and awards:

Cambree Howe signs with Ellsworth Community College

It has been an exciting year of firsts for the Lady Dragon wrestling team and Monday, April 17, Cambree Howe added one more for 2023. Howe, with her coaches, teammates, and parents by her side, signed her intent to wrestle for Ellsworth Community College in Iowa Falls, Iowa beginning in the fall of 2023.

Just months ago, Howe didn’t have any intentions to wrestle or join the MHS team but that one decision to throw caution to the wind and try some-

ly being piloted by Vern, and needed to course correct.

Stewart stayed afterward to answer questions from the audience, who was very engaged with the exchange.

The event was a fundraiser for the Republican Central Committee. Secretary Jane Ann Ward stated that “we were astounded by how much was raised. The community really came out to support the event. We’ve been very pleased by the feedback we’ve received from those who attended.”

thing new has completely changed the last several months of life and put her on a completely new path. After fall sports wrapped up, Howe made the decision not to go out for basketball. Learning that, her soccer coach, Sheri Blaisdell, also one of the Lady Dragon wrestling coaches, began coaxing Howe to sign up for girls wrestling. Howe eventually decided to give it a try, saying, “I had nothing to lose by trying something new.”

Howe was a complete novice when she stepped onto the mat for the first time, but within weeks showed great promise as a wrestler. Howe recalls that at her first tournament, she had zero expectations of herself other than to show up and give it her best shot. But over the course of those few matches, Howe found herself at the top of the podium being given the first place medal and realizing she had just found a new love in wrestling.

Coming into the sport inexperienced and in her senior year, did nothing to deter Howe’s commitment to the sport. It would have been easy to make excuses or check out early because she was

2022-2023 individual wrestling stats

Dragon Wrestling

Most Wins 40 Ruxton Tubbs

Most Match Points 250 Zach Mills

Most Takedowns 65 Blaiz Wright

Most Escapes 26 Trevor Mills

Most Nearfall 68 Zach Mills

Most Reversals 27 Gabe Hooste

Most Tech Falls Zach Mills

Most Pins 27 Tommy Angell

Highest GPA 4.0 Jack Willie

Captains- Ruxton Tubbs, Kole Willie, Zach Mills, and Trevor Mills

Lady Dragon Wrestling

Most Match Points 106 Dezirae Haven

Most Takedowns 27 Cambree Howe

Most Escapes 12 Cale Carter

Most Reversals 14 Dezirae Haven

Most Wins 25 Cambree Howe

Highest GPA Rylee Neilson 3.97

so behind many other competitors and had little time to catch up before her high school wrestling opportunities would be over. Instead, Howe doubled down on her commitment. Howe shared, “I knew coming into wrestling my senior year I was behind and didn’t have time to mess around.

I knew what I had to do and that was to show up and work. And it really did pay off in the end!”

It wasn’t long into the season that Howe’s coaches began throwing around the idea of college wrestling for Howe. The

Lady Dragon wrestler admits, “Going into this year it was the farthest thing from my mind. But my coaches always said that girls wrestling is a growing sport for college. Everytime they said that I was like OK GUYS!! WE DON’T EVEN KNOW IF I'M GOOD OR NOT!”

As the season began to wind down, Howe realized first that she didn’t want to stop wrestling and then, that maybe what her coaches were saying, wasn’t so crazy after all.

Once again, Howe knew there was nothing to lose by trying something

new and she began putting in the work to contact colleges, wrestling programs and promote her desire to wrestle at the college level. It didn’t take long for coaches to begin replying saying, “We have a spot for you!” Suddenly, that newfound dream was becoming a reality.

Through her coaches and the college recruiting website, ncsasports.org, Howe was in contact with several coaches, colleges and programs. As she got to know them, there was something about the coach from Ellsworth Community College that really worked for her. After a visit to Iowa Falls, Howe knew where she wanted to wrestle. She said about the college, “I just had such a great feeling about it and it felt like home.”

It's somewhat surreal that just months ago, Howe’s only goal was to win one match which then became to make it to state, and then to be able to wrestle in college.

Head Coach Russ Clark said, “She knew that she was way behind the learning curve as far as other girls in the state. She set her goal of making it to the state tournament. Her work ethic and willing-

ness to learn even when it got hard was second to none. It shows that no matter how far you are behind, if you set goals and are willing to put the hard work in, that anything can be accomplished. Cambree is very driven and will succeed in whatever she chooses to do in the rest of her career.”

As Howe signed her intent to become an Ellsworth Panther, there was nothing but smiles, cheers, and congratulations from all those that had supported on this next step of her journey. She shared, “I would like to thank all the coaches who helped me and pushed me to be a better athlete and person. I also want to thank my family and friends who supported me through this crazy decision.”

Not only is this a big step for Howe, but an exciting new path for all MHS female wrestlers. Howe hopes that her experiences in wrestling can help pave the way for future Lady Dragon wrestlers, sharing, “I hope Malad’s girl’s wrestling will take off and continue to grow. I will forever be a Lady Dragon wrestler and I can’t wait to see what the next years bring!”

Congressman Chris Stewart of Utah was the keynote speaker

GOP Chair Dorothy Moon spoke at the Lincoln Day event Matt Wray emceed the night of speakers

The silent auction raised money for the Republican Central Committee over the evening

David Teeples sang at the beginning of the event

BASEBALL

The Dragon Baseball team’s record took an upturn over the weekend as they went 3-1 at the Glenns Ferry tournament April 14 and 15. After a slow and rocky start to the 2023 season, the team is beginning to fall into a rhythm they are happy to keep rolling with.

At the tournament, the Malad team faced Grangeville, Gooding, Wendell and Wells. In their opening game against Grangeville, Dax Maroney pushed the Dragons over the top as he scored a final run

SOFTBALL

as the two teams were tied at two in the bottom of the seventh inning. Maroney led Malad at the plate, going to 2-4. Brady Showell threw for the Dragons, going seven innings and allowing only two runs and a single hit while striking out 11 batters.

In their matchup against Gooding, it was Stetson Higley on the pitcher's mound. The hurler didn’t allow a single run in Malad’s shutout win. In seven innings, Higley threw 84 pitches where he struck out 10 of his opponents,

allowing only two hits with zero errors and zero walks. Defensively, Timmy Jensen led the team with putouts, snagging ten from behind the plate as catcher.

The Dragons fell to Wendell in their third game of the tournament. Malad had the lead over the Trojans until the third inning when Wendell had them by just one run. At the top of the fifth inning, Malad climbed back on top to make it 5-3. Unfortunately, Wendell answered back in the bottom of the fifth with six

runs. Malad was able to tag on one last run in the final inning to make the end score, 6-9. Although the Dragons came up short, the two teams ended the game with nearly equally matched on stats with errors, strikes, at bats and hits.

The final match of the tournament was against Wells where the team was able to take the lead from the opening and clinch the victory in the sixth inning, 7-2. Carter Blaisdell landed on base first for the Dragons on a single line drive to the left field. He made

his way to third base as teammates were walked on base and another hit to left field. As Brycen Howe was up to bat, Blaisdell took a chance to score on the pitch after two balls and a strike, coming up with the first run on the scoreboard. Jensen, coming up behind him, scored on the next at bat when Gabe Hooste hit a ground ball to second base. The Blaisdell-Jensen pair scored again in the fourth inning before Sawyer Poulson and Josh Pickett added another two runs in the bottom of the

fifth after Poulson hit a triple to right field. In the sixth inning, Hooste put one more run on the scoreboard on a passed ball as Pickett was up to bat.

The Dragons look ahead to their first conference game of the season as they host Bear Lake Wednesday, April 19. After waiting weeks to compete on their home field, they are anxious and ready to take on the Bears.

Seven games in seven days, capped off with seven wins. Despite the demanding schedule, the Lady Dragon softball team isn’t pulling any stops as they move through their 2023 schedule. Picking up where they left off last year, they are determined to play nothing but their best, which most often, means besting all of their opponents.

The Lady Dragons began their week shutting out conference teams West Side and Bear Lake as they played them at home, making a statement that they will be a force to be reckoned with in the conference. Over the weekend, the team traveled to compete in the Glenns Ferry tournament where they once again went undefeated.

Throughout the tournament, the MHS softball team faced teams against New Plymouth, Nampa Christian, Wendell and Grangeville.

Monday, April 17, the Lady Dragons hit the road to play Blackfoot JV, coming out on top once more.

While the team makes

winning seem easy and effortless when they take the field, they know that their success has come from their dedication and hard work. And it is that hard work that helps them take the win against even the toughest teams their schedule has to offer.

Going into the Glenns Ferry tournament, the team knew not only that they would be facing Nampa Christian, but that they were coming in ranked as the number two team in the 2A standings, just one spot behind Malad. The game they would be playing could very well be an early accounting of the State Championship game. Head Coach Christie Schow shared what a sweet victory it was to come out ahead after playing a great team with a great record to the start of their season.

As they try to do in every game, Malad came out scoring in the first and second innings to take an early lead. Riglee Peterson was first to score for the Lady Dragons after Graycee Goddard sacrificed an out as she hit a

grounder to the Trojans pitcher, giving Peterson the opportunity to make it across home plate. Hallie Horsley put another run on the scoreboard ealy in the second inning, capitalizing on her opponents errors after a bunt hit by Kaitlyn Pickett. Hadley Summers came in as courtesy runner for Pickett, the Lady Dragons catcher. On the next at bat, Summers made her way from second to home for a third Malad run. Summers scored the final run for the Lady Dragons in the sixth innings. In to run the bases for Pickett, Summers took second base on a wild pitch by Nampa Christian before running the bases to home after Brylee Oglesbee hit a fly ball to center field.

The MHS softball team kept their opponents scoreless except for two runs in the fourth inning. Malad’s defense was on top of their game, committing only a single error for the game. Peterson pitched the six inning game, allowing two runs on seven hits while striking out nine of the 26 batters faced. Throughout the

game, the hurler threw 119 pitches, 82 of them being strikes. From behind the plate, Pickett had nine putouts, with Horsley adding another six from first base.

Aside from the exciting win over Nampa Christian, Malad celebrated several out of the park home runs hit at the various games of the Glenns Ferry tournament, including two by

Peterson, one by Bostyn Combs, one by Horsley, and one by Pickett.

Coach Schow commented, “Every game our girls get better. They learn from errors and work hard to get things right. Our hitting is outstanding, and our base running so far is the best I have seen since I've started coaching for Malad.

“At Glenns Ferry we

faced Nampa Christian who has been ranked higher than us in the coaching poll. Peterson came out and pitched strong even though she was not feeling well. Our girls played outstanding. I'm so honored to be a part of this program and to work with girls that make me laugh but also listen, adjust, and improve.”

Dax Maroney readies for the pitch

Stetson Higley winds up for a pitch

Aubrey Shulz with a bead on the ball

Pitcher Riglee Peterson

The team meets on the mound