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Welsh Festival 2023 draws large crowds; new bard named

For the 17th year in its history, the Malad Valley Welsh Festival took place at the City Park, 2nd, 4th, and 5th ward chapel, and various places around the valley. The weekend was full of music, poetry, art, history, and activities for visitors of all ages. Highlights of the event included presentations on Welsh history and identity, a youth musical concert, a piano ensemble performance, the naming of a new Welsh Festival bard, a “live radio show from the trail,” and tours of historic Samaria cabins. The weather stayed pleasant throughout the weekend, and the rain that was forecast never fell. Throughout this edition of the paper, you will find coverage of each of the major events of Malad’s premiere festival.

Colemans Named Volunteers of the Year

This year’s volunteer of the year is being presented to Brad and Melanie Coleman. Although both Colemans have eschewed the limelight and tried to fly under the radar, the city felt it was necessary to acknowledge their amazing contributions to the community. “They’ll probably never talk to us again,” Mayor Joan Hawkins said while presenting the couple with a plaque recognizing their service, “but we felt it had to be done.”

Brad and Melanie are being recognized for being the masterminds behind Malad’s newest Christmas adventure, the light show at the city park. Brad’s background in IT and love for building things, coupled with Melanie’s creativity led this to be a perfect project for the two of them. Their curiosity was sparked after seeing a similar light show that they thoroughly enjoyed. Nearly a year later after countless hours put into this project, that spark evolved into an incredible light show featuring the most loved

Joey Chestnut wins 16th Mustard Belt

After a two hour weather delay (lightning was covering the Coney Island skyline), Joey Chestnut and his competition finally took the stage for the Nathan’s Famous Independence Day Hot Dog Eating Contest, an American tradition since 1972. The event has been officially sanctioned by the Major League Eating organization since 1997. In that time, Chestnut has been named the winner of the Mustard Belt 16 times, this one marking his 8th in a row. Chestnut ate 62 hot dogs and buns in ten minutes, well ahead of second place. The women’s contest winner, Miki Sudo, ate 39.5 in what became her ninth win. Both plan to return next year.

July 4, 2023 identified as hottest global day on record

According to temperature reporting from around the globe, July 4 marks the hottest temperature which has ever been recorded as an average of global temperatures over a 24 hour period. The temperature itself was listed as 62.62 degrees Fahrenheit. If that sounds mild, remember that half of the world is experiencing winter, and the global temperature average includes the polar regions. Climate experts predict that the record will be broken this year at least a few more times, given weather-modelling predictions.

Idaho Crime Report released

Idaho State Police released its annual Crime in Idaho report Monday, showing that crime statewide decreased in 2022 from 2021, but there was an increase in human trafficking, hate crimes and violent crimes, including homicide. The report is a compilation of data supplied by police departments and sheriff’s offices around Idaho. The data showed a 4.4% drop in the number of “crime incidents” statewide compared with 2021 numbers, though the report also listed an 8.8% increase in violent crimes, including a nearly 15% jump in aggravated assaults. 4,715 violent crimes were reported in Idaho last year. Homicides hit a five-year high in 2022, with 51 reported across the state.

Riders stuck on fair ride for several hours

Christmas songs paired to more than a thousand lights, a first of its kind in Malad.

This undertaking was no small feat. As they selected their music Melanie began sequencing the light’s actions

for each song, and Brad started building the sets. They took many opportunities to run a variety of different light shows to be sure that they could pull

In what surely must be many people’s worst fear, eight passengers were stuck upside down on a roller coaster ride at the Forest County Festival in Crandon, Wisconsin. The “Fireball” ride apparently experienced a mechanical failure that left the cars locked into place at the top of a loop in the ride. Eventually emergency personnel were able to safely extricate the passengers with harnesses and lower them to safety, after waiting for emergency services to arrive from 45 minutes away. All in all, ten fire vehicles, nine ambulances, and fifty personnel aided in the rescue.

Mayor Hawkins presents the "Volunteer of the Year" award plaque to Melanie and Brad Coleman

The Welsh Men’s Chorus opened the Festival with the Welsh national anthem

Visitors from all around the region flocked to Malad for this year’s Welsh Festival

Lucille Washburn—St. David

The patron saint of Wales, Dewi Sant, or St. David, is a figure noted for his temperance and humility. Said to have been born around 500 A.D. and died around 589 A.D., David was an abbot, an archbishop, and a founder of many monasteries, all of which practiced an ascetic lifestyle defined by drinking only water, eating only bread with salt and herbs, and disavowing all personal possessions. Monks were prohibited from using animals in the course of their daily work, and required to pull the ploughs themselves. The monks spent their time praying, reading, and writing. The monks were also not allowed to eat meat or drink beer. As a result of his abstemiousness, David was called “the Waterman.”

St. David’s symbols are the simple leek, and the dove, as a result of his most famous reported miracle. While speaking at Llanddewi Brefi, the ground beneath his feet was said to rise into a small hill in order to allow his voice to more effectively reach the entire crowd. At the same moment, a dove is said to have landed on his shoulder.

Lucille Washburn recounted some of the history of St. David’s journey through sainthood and veneration. David was sainted in 1120 by Pope Callixtus II. A shrine exists in St. David’s church, and the St. David’s Cathedral was begun in 1181.

During his reign in the sixteenth century, Henry VIII had the relics held in the cathedral destroyed, and later Oliver Cromwell had much of the cathedral itself destroyed. It was later restored to its original glory nearly two hundred years later, the only cathedral in existence made substantially of wood.

On his death bed, David was said to have stated, “Lords, brothers and sisters, Be joyful, and keep your faith and your creed, and do the little things that you have seen me do and heard about.” “Do ye the little things in life” is still a very wellknown phrase in Wales, Washburn said.

Dean Hughes— “What it means to me to be Welsh”

Dean Hughes is the author of over 120 books, most notably the Children of Promise series, which deals with Latter-day Saints during the WWII era. Although Hughes himself was born in Utah, he made sure to explain that all of his sets of grandparents were from Malad, and his parents had moved from here a few years before he was born. His family line is also very Welsh in origin, being connected to Samaria and the founding of Pleasantview. Growing up, he remarked, his grandmother used to refer to

he and his siblings as “little Welshmen.”

Hughes went on to discuss a phenomenon that many people from the valley have noted— it seems that no matter where one ends up in the world, they always seem to run into someone from Malad, or someone with relatives in Malad. “Apparently, we’ve spread out throughout the world. It’s the Malad diaspora, I guess,” he laughed.

“Anyway,” he continued, “I may not be one hundred percent Welsh [due to one English grandmother], but I am one hundred percent Malad.” Over time, Hughes began to wonder what that meant, exactly, in terms of his personality and outlook, so he compiled a list of things he has noticed over the years in his family and other Malad and Welsh families he has known.

“The first thing that stands out,” he said, “is that we love to laugh.” Hughes discussed memories of his family sharing moments of humor and love as they grew. His own humor was on full display throughout the presentation, especially as he exchanged jabs about the English with presenter Dulais Rhys in the audience.

“We also love to tell stories. There’s always a story being told,” he said. “It seems to be a trait in our family, and from what I’ve heard it’s a Welsh one as well.” Clearly, the love of storytelling has become an important part of Hughes’ life, as he has been recognized for his impressive storytelling by numerous awards and titles.

“We also love to turn things into a talent show,” he said. He recalled many instances in his youth of his parents and grandparents encouraging the kids to perform for the group. And of course, the Welsh Festival itself presented a perfectly illustrative backdrop.

“As you can see, we also love music. Especially choral music,” he said, gesturing to the Welsh Men’s Chorus behind him.

“We love sports of all kinds, of course. But the one trait I would say is as marked as any is a profound sense of independence, of not wanting to be dominated by anyone.”

Hughes went on to speak about his family, which had initially come to

sult of missionary experiences, and considered it their second language. More recently, however, Mandarin Chinese has been added to the family’s repertoire as a result of marriage. “It’s wonderful to see,” he said.

“Aren’t we all brothers and sisters?”

Returning to the topics of Wales and Malad, Hughes stated with pride that he had counted over 126 relatives in cemeteries in the Malad Valley, a place he feels at home in every time he returns.

Dulais Rhys—

“The Welsh National Anthem”

Dulais Rhys, professional musician, author, and lecturer residing in Billings, Montana, spoke to the audience about the Welsh national anthem, “Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau” (“The Land of My Fathers”).

Even today, the song is still considered an “unofficial” anthem of Wales, although it is widespread in its use in that role.

The song was originally titled “Glan Rhondda” and was composed by harpist James James, with the lyrics added by his father Evan James.

The song had become popular locally in Pontypridd, Glanmorgan where the two lived, but became much more widely popular when it was included in the collection “Gems of Welsh Melody” in the mid 1860s. In 1874 the song was performed at the Bangor Eisteddfod by popular soloist Robert Rees, which cemented its popularity and made it a national favorite.

Rhys played a gramophone recording of the song from 1899 featuring Madge Brees. It was one of the first Welsh language songs thus recorded.

It also became the first anthem sung at a sporting event in the country, when in 1905 it was performed in a rugby match against New Zealand to counter their “haka”.

Rhys went through the anthem line by line, providing the audience with a translation and pronunciation for each. At the end of his presentation, the assembled crowd give it their level best in a sing along.

Sunday Fireside— Bob Washburn

The concluding event for the Malad Valley Welsh Festival was the Fireside on Sunday, July 2, at the 2 nd -4

th -5th Ward Building. Music was performed by the Malad Valley Men’s Welsh Chorus, which sang “O Home Beloved” by Evan Stephens and “Come, Come, Ye Saints.” Larry Thomas of the Malad Stake High Council presided over the event. Refreshments were provided by the Malad Stake High Council and Relief Society.

The presentation was by Bob Washburn of Providence, Utah, who spoke on “The History of the Logan Temple.” The third temple in Utah (the first two were in St. George and Manti), the Logan Temple was built almost entirely by volunteer labor, beginning in 1877 and ending with the temple dedication in 1884 by President John Taylor. Men from the Malad Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints were among the hundreds who worked on the temple.

The Malad Stake was in the Logan Temple District from 1884 to 2012 when the Brigham City Utah Temple was completed. Therefore, the history of the Logan Temple is important to most of the residents of Malad Valley as it was their temple for 128 years.

Bob quoted extensively from newspaper articles from the era, master’s theses, and especially the Nolan P. Olsen book, “The Logan Temple: the First 100 Years,” which was published after the temple was extensively remodeled from 1976-1978.

The hill where the Logan Temple is located overlooks Cache Valley and was long known as a “holy hill” by the Native Americans in the area. Brigham Young designated the site for the temple but did not live to see its completion.

Bob brought up several little-known facts about the temple: The original oxen surrounding the baptismal font were carved by a Scottish craftsman, but the long hair on the Scottish Highland cattle replicas could not be suitably turned into bronze statues so the hair had to be trimmed off. The original oxen are now on display at the Daughters of Utah Pioneer Museum, and a little tuft of hair still can be seen on the heads of the oxen.

The temple has gone through several renovations through its 140year history.

During one early renovation, a fire broke out and destroyed much of the furniture and murals in some of the rooms. While the furniture could be replaced, the original murals were gone.

The original temple was painted white with lead paint tinted slightly red, making the entire temple a pink color. Because the paint did not weather well, the temple gradually became its original stone color.

The Relief Society sisters made the carpets

for the original temple. Using rags sorted by color, the sisters wove two miles of carpets in just a few months. Although plans have not been announced, the Logan Temple will be one of the pioneer-era temples closed for extensive renovations in the near future, as announced by President Russel M. Nelson. Another chapter will be added to the history of this temple.

Colemans Named Volunteers of the Year

Continued from page 1 off such a large scale presentation. This included putting up a light display in the Co-op windows as a trial run for the Matrixes and running a Halloween light show at their home for all trick or treaters to enjoy. This helped to make sure they could get all of the pieces working together at the same time.

All of that tireless work paid off, as the wildly popular Christmas show drew hundreds of spectators and was enjoyed by all. Many folks even found themselves making multiple visits to see the bright lights that brought so much holiday cheer.

Brad and Melanie plan

to make this a yearly tradition for the people of Malad to enjoy. They have already started making updates to their props and choosing new songs for next years show. Brad and Melanie are also very involved in volunteering their time within the community. Brad is an appointed member of the Malad City Planning and Zoning Board, and is a member of the 6th Ward Bishopric. Melanie is the President of the Malad Elementary PTO and decorates the Coop windows alongside multiple other volunteers. Despite, or perhaps because of, their humility, the award is very well-deserved!

Lucille Washburn explained what is known and believed about St. David of Wales

Author Dean Hughes presented on his own history with the Malad Valley and his Welsh heritage

Professional musician Dulais Rhys walked the audience through the pronounciation and history of the Welsh national anthem

As a traditional part of this year’s poetry contest, Malad’s school aged youth were invited to submit their poems for consideration.

The semifinalists for the contest were selected by a group of judges to be read at the Welsh Festival for final evaluation.

The poems were judged on rhythm and rhyme, as well as keeping with the theme for the year, “Kindness.”

At Friday’s event, those semi-finalists who attended were invited to read their poems before a second set of judges, who added performance and presentation into the judging mix, result-

Raelynn Patterson (K)

ing in a first, second, and third place winner across each level. The winners are listed below, and the first place poems are reprinted here. Every kid who participated demonstrated great commitment to the art, and a lot of self-confidence in presenting their work to a public audience. Congratulations to all!

Kindergarten

1 – Raelynn Patterson

2 – Porter Allen

3 – Chevylynn Nimer

1st Grade

1 – Cam Coleman

2 – Ella Evanson

3 – Vivienne Atkinson

2nd Grade

1 – Carter Jones

I am kind when I hold the door.

I am kind when I clean the floor. I am kind when I help girls and

Cam Coleman (1st)

Being kind is easy to find Look around to see behind A friend helping a friend.

Carter Jones (2nd)

Kind to everyone

Incredible

Notice someone’s special Dependable

Dempsey Firth (3rd)

“Smile”

Be kind, someone said.

Just smile, that’s all.

A few kind words can change us all.

Now how to start, you think?

Mow the lawn?

Clean the sink?

That would be nice but stop and

2 – Lafe Huckaby

3 – Wynn Werk

3rd Grade Dempsey Firth

4th Grade

1 – Sophia Hess

2 – Zaira Hamilton

3 – Alyssa Seamons

5th Grade

1 – Hadley Evanson

2 – Riggin Jensen

3 – Rose Butler

Middle School

1 – Aezlyn Summers

2 – Paityn Ward

3 – Abbie Cox

High School

1 – Rebecca McCrocken

2 – Jens Huckaby

3 – Olivia Nelson

boys. I am kind when I clean up the toys.

Classmates on the mend. Kindness begins with me. Kindness for everyone is free.

Needed by everyone

Endless friendship

Smart Successful

think.

It does not need to be big.

Just smile at someone, it makes their day.

Just smile if you don’t know what to say.

It doesn’t need to be big. It can be short and sweet.

Anyways, making peoples’ days is pretty neat.

“Tik tok, goes the clock”

Tik tik, goes the clock, So I wait by the door, But I don’t hear the slightest knock.

I open the door to a small bundle of flowers with a note saying: “These flowers are special,

And so are you

So I ask you to make someone smile, as I did for you.”

As I picked up the pack of flowers and added my own, a daisy. Then I walked out the door thinking of so much more.

Love is a word like all other words. But a word with a meaning far greater Than all. The world is great, but is greater With love. So love your neighbor, love your Friend, love your family, love everyone Now let’s be loving, let’s be Kind. Be the one who people Trust, be the one who people love, be the one that never fails to be the one that’s always kind

“Kindness”

Sitting alone at lunch

Everyone is laughing as I munch

“Kindness”

Kindness is soft, like a cat’s purr, animals are a priority, as much as yourself.

To be fed, and watered, and given love and care, Saved from nature’s every changing elements.

Kindness is sweet as fluffy fairy floss

Running my fingers through their silky fur.

Just as I’m about to cry Someone comes and says hi Here I am, no longer alone at lunch

Their tickly thin whiskers brush up against you.

Being together helps them thrive, us too.

Kindness is refreshing as a green meadow after spring rain. Brightening your life like a swirling kaleidoscope of color. Dazzling, like freshly groomed long-haired cats. Kindness, the right way to be.

Sofia Hess (4th)

Hadley Evanson (5th)

Aezlyn Summers (7th)

Rebecca McCrocken (9th)

Welsh Festival Adult Poetry Contest and Chairing of the Bard

Monte John’s reign as the Welsh Festival Bard of 2022 came to an end on Saturday, as Blaine Scott was named the new Bard for 2023. Ned Thomas was named the winner of Patsy Price Scott Poetry Prize. Bob Crowther also turned his title of “Fiction Writer” of the year to Mike Brignone for his story “Grandma’s Garden.”

After a welcoming song from the Malad Valley Men’s Welsh Chorus, last year’s Fiction winner Bob Crowther introduced this year’s winner, Mike Brignone. Brignone’s story involved an elderly woman named Glynnis ruminating on her life, and thinking back over the years that had brought her to where she found herself. In the past, she and her husband had built a secret garden where they used to spend time together. No one in the family knew of the special piece of paradise

until she offered it to her grandson, who she sensed was about to propose to his girlfriend. After celebrating the engagement with the family that night, Glynnis woke up early and was drawn to the secret garden, where she took a seat next to her husband, who had passed many years earlier. The family discovered her, and the garden, later in the day, with a peaceful smile beneath her per-

manently closed eyes.

To end his year, Monte John once again read his winning poem from last year, and took his seat in the bard’s chair for the last time. Dotty Evanson explained the history of the chair, and the Welsh tradition of the Eisteddfod where poetry and music are celebrated throughout the community.

As the previous bards (Monte John, Cory Webster, Dotty Evanson, and Jan Crowther) sat in attendance, each of those in the running for 2023 bard read their poetry selections. After the readings were

complete, the names of the Honorable mentions (Dotty Evanson and James Christiansen) were announced, as well as the Patsy Price Scott Poetry Prize (Ned Thomas) winner. Afterwards, the pseudonym of the bard was called out three times in the traditional manner. On the third call, Blaine Scott stood to be recognized as the new bard. After being escorted to the chair, he was seated and crowned by the knight of the festival. The winning poems and honorable mentions are printed below:

“Kindness is a Precious Gift”

Kindness is a precious gift, Simple deeds that bless and lift. A helping hand, a listening ear, A friendly visit, bringing cheer.

Kindness is a warm embrace, Gentle hands that serve with grace. A healing touch, a heartfelt smile,

“

Welsh Festival Bard 2023

Wales—Land of Kindness” Blaine Scott

In the rolling green hills, that seemed to not end

Were families: Jones, Davies, Roderick, and Reese.

There were among the best you will ever befriend,

Along with the Williams, Hodge, Price, Morse, and Preece.

These were some of my ancestors coming from Wales,

A country on the Celtic Sea

I’m learning their stories and capturing the details

From the Great Orme Mines to Swansea.

They worked in the coal mines to earn their keep.

They started to work when they were still young.

The mines where they worked were cold and deep.

The coal dust would seep into their lungs.

They were known as colliers; in the mines they would go.

Their wages were meager at best.

When they would get hurt or their lamp oil was low,

They would finally get to go home and rest.

I enjoy the food that my ancestors would eat:

Leeks, bara, Welsh cakes and sausage

The stew was lamb cawl, which was made with lamb meat

Because with sheep there was never a shortage

No matter the work or the shortage of food

There was always a smile on their face

As they sang the songs that helped them feel good

To a Welshman hard work was not a disgrace.

The land of my fathers is loaded with castles

And the symbol of Wales is a dragon

I often wonder with all the hassles

Why they would trade all they had for a wagon

They suffered a lot on the trail coming West

Some even contracted malaria

But their trail would end in one of the best

In a community known as Samaria.

My mom taught me to search out my history

And to share the things that I find.

She didn’t want the past to remain a mystery

So, I’m trying to do what I was assigned.

I’m grateful for the examples set by my ancestors.

They would share whatever you need.

To them we were all considered Brothers and Sisters.

Wales was a land of kindness indeed!

Ned Thomas

A pleasant chat that lasts awhile.

Kindness is a soothing balm, Relieving pain, restoring calm. A second chance, a hopeful cure, A gift of love that long endures.

Kindness is a beacon bright, Dispelling darkness with its light.

Honorable mention

Beams of mercy, tinged with gold, Uplifting others, young and old. May lovingkindness fill our days, Refill our cups, our debts repay. Supply our needs, relieve our stress, A kindred gift, the world to bless.

“An Ode to the GOAT!!” Dotty Evanson

When it comes to living the way varies for each, Big city, small town, the mountains, the beach. Small town America calls to many, With spaces so wide and good neighbors a plenty.

Unless, of course you cross the fence. Then watch your step, I can’t stand the suspense! Widow Jones had planted the pear trees with care. They were fragile and small and were growing so fair.

Then one morning she gazed out the window to see, Five goats happily grazing on each little tree! They weren’t just tasting the leaves so sweet, They bent trees to the ground and were having a feast!

Widow J let a scream emerge from her lips, Out the back she went with hands on her hips. She scared those old goats back over the fence, And wondered how they could make recompense! She marched next door with goats on her mind, And met Mr. Evans who was always so kind. He didn’t defend those old goats for a minute, He grabbed up his hammer and started to fix it.

He made the fence taller, so no one could clear it, He straightened the trees in a neighborly spirit. He told Widow J he admired her so much, And she really should come on over for lunch. Divisions will happen, but friendship comes first. Helping each other when life’s at its worst. People are blessings, they know how to give, Supporting each other helps all to live.

Well, the trees survived and the goats stayed away, Life went on fine until harvesting day. The pears were so large and especially sweet, Widow J did some baking and took Mr. Evans a treat. The pear strudel was luscious, the crust flakey too. They both were so happy, and they knew just what to do. They took down the fence and sold off the goats, They got married in the church and raised a toast… To working out troubles and thinking it through, So, life is pleasant, it’s the right thing to do!

Honorable Mention

“A Call from the Woods” James Christiansen

A forlorn call from the woods at night out near the creek it seems; I stirred from sleep and plodded by dim candlelight, Ears straining for the lonely sound so cold and far from me, my life; but I listened from some sense of what, who would be around this Hour of night when all the woods are deep in sullen dark—perhaps the why it sounded chill, the cry I heard from out

Beyond. I stood at my window, house all dark except one glow, this candle in my hand I held aloft

so outside could see its flame,a flicker Far away—maybe, at least from the woods, it would be nothing but a brighter star— but still, a light! Perhaps a crier of lonely sounds at night might Take attraction, courage, as a light far away grows larger coming nearer— I left the candle burning there and went back to bed; the crying Ceased some time ago when first I’d held the candle high. Soon it will be morning, I said— and the crier in the night I think will know it, too.

Blaine Scott was named the Welsh Festival Bard for 2023

Dotty Evanson received an Honorable mention for her poem “Ode to the Goat”

James Christiansen was named an Honorable mention in the adult poetry competition

Mike Brignone was introduced by Bob Crowther as this year’s fiction award winner

Ned Thomas was the recipient of this year’s Patsy Price Scott Poetry Prize

Patsy Price Scott Poetry Prize

Approval of Bond Resolution

The School Board reviewed the bank responses to the school bond, which was passed earlier this spring. Two banks responded to the bond, JP Morgan Chase and Zions. The interest rates were slightly different, but averaged in the high 5 percent range. The board was asked to pass a motion to clarify which bank they prefer to work with. The board opted to move forward with JP Morgan Chase as the bank contracted to execute the bond.

Information

The resignation of Kory Kay was recognized.

Requests and Recognition

The board publicly thanked Nucor, who has provided a number of grants throughout the

year that were either fully funded by them, or matched by the district.

Senior Project

Curtis Huckaby presented his senior project plan to the board. He plans to organize a co-ed pickleball club, with Jamie Jacaway as the advisor. The club will be organized by the fall, but may expand to include a spring season as well. Curtis reported that many students had expressed interest in the club. It was noted that interest in the sport was high in the community, especially with the recent completion of the pickleball courts at the City Park.

Reports Superintendent

Jon Abrams reported that the construction on the school was officially underway. He recently met with Sarah McIntyre about the challenges presented by the

construction with regard to access to the elementary office. A modular unit will be brought in to serve as a temporary facility for administrators as needed. “It’s going to be an adjustment for a year and a half—it just is. We might have to make adjustments with pickup and drop off and the playground. We’re thrilled with the financial position we’re in, and thrilled with House Bill 292. Tomorrow the builders are coming and we’re going to take a look at Westside.”

The builders and Abrams have recently examined the auditorium in Aberdeen as well.

Architects and engineers have also had a look at the ball fields, which will also soon begin construction. Dirt from the elementary will be brought down to the future location of the field to the south of the HS.

“We’re happy with the plan, just not happy that we haven’t started build-

ing yet,” Abrams said. IHLA funding update—well over 100 teachers have been hired for IHLA. The process of starting a charter school is also underway.

Discussion

Discipline Policy

Bob Hannah, Kory Kay, and Michael Corbett have developed an updated discipline policy. The schools are legally required to report a number of issues to law enforcement. Questions about how the expectations as laid out in the new policy would be communicated to students, faculty, and staff were raised. Hannah explained that the discipline policy will be added to the MMS and MHS handbook and website, and widely distributed.

Dual Enrollment

IHLA Handbook for K-8—the handbook has been brought into alignment with new legisla-

COUNTY COMMISSION MEETING 6/26

300 N 5400 W Road

As part of the ongoing discussion about the road from 5400 to 5800 on 300 N, Dianna Dredge spoke to the commission about the decision regarding the road’s status. County Attorney Cody Brower explained that in order to vacate the road from the county’s inventory, a public hearing would be necessary. The concern on the part of those who would like to have the road vacated is safety. The hill at the bottom of the road is said to obstruct vision, which makes vehicles more difficult to see. The condition of the road was also noted as being a cause for concern.

Dredge explained that fully repairing and widening the road will be a longer term project, but some steps can be taken in the meantime to improve safety.

Senior Center budget request

The commission was approached by Dave Colton, representing the senior center, about the current budget. Funds for the senior center meal programs have been reduced by the state, which has severely impacted the local funds available. The state legislative representatives have pledged to try to restore funding at the state level, but will not be able to tackle the issue until the next legislative session. The senior center provides a wide array of services to seniors in the community, including classes, activities, and other essential outreach.

The center requested an additional $5K from the commission, in addition to the amount conventionally outlaid to the center. According to Colton, the $5K should help the center make it to the end of the year.

TV Translator district exemption request

Dave Colton also raised the issue of the TV translator district. Because Colton is unable to receive a TV signal due to the location of his property, he requested an exemption for the $30/year TV Translator district fee. A motion to exempt Colton from the TV Translator district fee was made and approved. Cody Brower suggested that exemptions to the fee should be narrowly limited to those who are unable to receive signals from the county’s repeaters.

Grant Acceptance

The commission was asked to approve a resolution to allow the airport to accept a grant to cover sealcoat costs from the ITD for just over $127,000. Resolution 2023-06-01 was approved and signed.

Financial audit papers

The recently presented county audit from Searle, Hart and Associates was accepted and signed.

Election ware computer contract

Lon Colton spoke to the commission about a software update for the election software used by the county. The software provider will install the updates and upgrades, using funds from the HAVA (Help America Vote Act) and/ or the election budget from the county. This will also cover additional training to be held in Cassia County. $5,485 was approved for the upgrade to the system.

SRS Payment election

Secure Rural Schools requires an election statement on the direction of the funds on the part of the county, who felt that at present they

did not have enough information to proceed. County roads and bridges divide the funds with schools, based on the proportion that the county determines.

Discussion—weed spraying with drone

The commission discussed the potential of spraying for weeds with a drone device. According to information provided at a recent meeting of county governments, several counties, including Bannock and Fremont, are currently using drones to apply weed abatement chemicals. The initial costs for a drone capable of performing the job would be rather high, but eventually would be offset by savings in efficient application of chemicals and wages for conventional employee application. There are also some areas of the county that present terrain challenges for employees that could be more safely and easily accessed by a drone.

In the course of the discussion, it was noted that observing the operation of drones in other counties would be an important step before formulating any decisions. It was also noted that the drone might also be able to serve other useful functions within the county, such as disaster reconnaissance and other activities.

Event Center rental

The county has been working on policies related to the rental and use of the Event Center. Specifically, the issue of renting the center to entities which were either non-profits or connected to the county was raised. Currently, those entities are not charged for Event Center rental.

Chairman Lewis suggested that a more equitable situation across the board would be to apply a 50% fee to those events

tive changes and results of the special ed investigation.

Plagiarism

As a sign of the times, the question of whether a plagiarism policy specific to ChatBots existed at the district level. At present, it does not, though the existing plagiarism policy essentially covers it. The concern is that students may use Chat AI to generate paper assignments. Teachers largely feel that the AI language generators are either too mechanical or different from the students’ writing to be a major concern yet, but that a policy will need to be put into place eventually.

Action Items

The creation of the Malad HS Pickleball club was approved.

Catastrophic Leave Bank Policy—allows teachers to contribute to the bank, so that

those in need of PTO can use days donated to the bank. Doesn’t cover maternity leave. That is handled by requests for donations from other instructors. The first reading was accepted.

Annual budget—the budget was approved.

Bus Policy 8170, 8171, 8140, 8180—the policies deal with traffic arms, rental of school vans and cars, reimbursement for drivers on long trips. All bus policies were approved.

IHLA Handbooks k-8, HS approved.

MMS and MHS Discipline policy first reading approved.

IHLA Teacher Pay Scale—tabled until further info from state is available.

Dual Policy enrollment policy tabled for further study. Directors’ salaries— the director’s salaries were approved.

which are fundraising in nature. Commissioner Jeppsen suggested that the because the events were raising money that also might be requested later from the county, the cost should continue to be waived. The subject of cleaning fees was discussed as well. Commissioner Eliason also felt that the fees should be waived for qualifying county and non-profit entities.

A $250 cleaning deposit was agreed upon for all groups, regardless of status. The idea of formalizing a checklist for cleaning the facility after events was discussed as a way to clarify expectations for cleanliness.

Chairman Lewis related a recent incident in which the drain in the mop room had been clogged by grease dumped into the cleaning room drain, which resulted in a $750 service call to remedy.

Department budget request

Sheriff Arne Jones spoke to the commission about his upcoming budget. The sheriff requested additional county funds to assist with the maintenance and replacement costs for county vehicles.

Some of the older vehicles are beginning to require windshield replacements and other ongoing maintenance costs. The idea is to build those costs into the budget so they do not need to come out of contingency funds. A new budget line for computer licensing costs is now a part of the budget to keep Microsoft suites current, which comes to about $1500. A seven county SWAT team, composed of Oneida, Bannock, Bingham, Fremont, Bear Lake, Power, and Franklin is a budget outlay that provides access to a SWAT team for $2500/year.

The line items in the sheriff’s budget were discussed and explained

to clarify the need and utility of the expenses, which were deemed to be largely in line with the commissioners’ expectations. Payroll issues were not discussed at this meeting.

Road and Bridge

Dianna Dredge spoke to the commission about the Road and Bridge budget for the upcoming year. As with all the departments during this request phase of the budget cycle, the proposed budget for the next fiscal year was discussed, as well as the expenses to date during the current budget cycle. The standard expenses were more or less in line with those incurred in 2021 and 2022. Fuel costs were anticipated to be higher in the upcoming year, based on the fluctuating fuel prices over the last year and the expectation that those might continue to rise overall. Other costs related to fuel, such as tire replacement were also anticipated to be somewhat higher. Some additional funding for maintenance of the office was requested. A hydrant will be installed outside the R&B office.

Requests for increases in funding for crushed rock and gravel, as well as chipping were also included. Costs for replacement signs were above average during this year, as several digital signs were stolen or vandalized. The

potential for placing cameras on the signs was discussed. Dredge mentioned that some of the county’s older trucks needed to be phased out and replaced with newer, more reliable vehicles. Although payroll itself was not discussed, Dredge did raise the potential need for an on staff mechanic to minimize repair and labor costs which are currently contracted out.

Weed Department Cody from the Weed Department also spoke to the commission about his department’s budget. Some increases in funding for things like office supplies were requested, though also some reductions in the budget line for phones offset that. The electricity cost was noted as having increased. Like Road and Bridge, the Weed department requested an increase in the tire budget to account for the general increase in tire prices in general. The Weed Department has a grant totaling $100K that needs to be used by the summer of 2025, so some discussion of how best to use those funds was had. The need for an additional spray truck was raised. The commissioners briefly discussed the potential for a drone chemical sprayer sometime down the road.

Dr. Stephen Sutton Dr. Robert Perkins Dr. Josh Wray

5 YEARS AGO (2018)

The Malad High School Cheerleaders started preparations for the 2018-2019 school year by attending USA Cheer Camp, hosted by Utah State University.

At Cheer Camp, the Malad squad received a Superior Overall-All Team award, the Most Improved Team award, and a Spirit award. They also received Superior rating on their Home Routine evaluation and the last day Final Gametime evaluation.

Those attending camp were seniors Abrielle Goddard, Breelle Daniels, Brenna Williams, Sadie Giles and Walker Olsen, juniors MaTece Davis, Jordan Brown, Ashlynn Brown, Hannah Jo Bird, Hallee Kimberling, and Jasmine Boling, sophomore Hannah Brown and freshmen Jade Daniels, Breanna Lloyd, Callie Jensen, Kadence Parsons and Julia Nicolson. The cheerleaders are coached by Jennifer Hill.

The 2018-2019 Malad High School Dragonettes spent most of a week preparing for the upcoming school year as they participated in the Epic Dance Camp. the Camp was held in Park City, Utah, earlier in July.

The Dragonettes learned five dances in three days while at the camp. They plan to use the dances for half time entertainment during the upcoming school year. The girls were strong and pushed through the long, tiring days.

The team received the Most United award.

Those attending Dance Camp were Bailey Timothy, Sydney Carey, McKinna Owens, Savannah Poulson, Marian Smith, Rebecka Smith, Hailey Williams and Kristal Ford.

10 YEARS AGO

(2013)

Come on down to downtown Malad City tonight (Wednesday, July 3) beginning at 5:15 p.m. when Maladites will celebrate the sesquicentennial of Idaho becoming a territory!

The Samaria Recreation Committee has been planning events for the upcoming celebration on July 19 and 20th for Samaria days, which is being revived after a year’s hiatus.

Family History Day sessions held in conjunction with the Malad Valley Welsh Festival were held on Thursday, June 27, where participants separated into groups based on their particular interests. Marianne Crump shared information with a large audience on how to research parish records on the internet; Debra Baldwin taught a group how to pronounce Welsh words prior to a singing session; Van and Teri Price focused on how to get the youth involved in finding out about their family history; Kathy Kent provided information about how to organize, store and share photos.

15 YEARS AGO

(2008)

This year, the Oneida County Farm Bureau recognizes Marie Higley and the Doyle Talbot family as the 2008 Farm Woman of the Year and Farm Family for Oneida County.

The call went out for help with pouring the concrete floor for the new Victory Baptist Church, and around 50 men showed up last Friday to lend a hand. The Victory Baptist Church will be holding its annual Vacation Bible School (VBS) the week of July 28 through August and is hopeful that the new church building will be completed and ready to use at that time.

The Junior Royalty for the 2008 Oneida Cowboy Classic features Queen Carrie Ann Christiansen and first attendant Meaghan Olsen.

The Malad High School softball program handed out awards to their players at a banquet held on June 16. April Neal, Sadie Sweeten, Melissa Winward and Amy Hatch all received awards for the team.

The Malad Rivercats got to see some of the best competition around when they competed in the Omaha Slumpbuster 2008 tournament in Omaha, Nebraska. Team members included Tanner Lewis, Zack Jeppsen, Joshua Jensen, Brett Hansen, Jayk Brooks, Brody Hubbard, Griffin Green, Cortland Goddard, Jason Jensen, Nishon Neal and Coaches Geoff Green, Jerry Goddard, Dean Larkin and Clair Neal.

25 YEARS AGO (1998)

Construction work has begun in Malad on a new Chevron Convenience store with a Burger King inside at the corner of 300 East and 50 South. This location is just off Interstate 15 and will allow easy access to travelers as well as local residents. Dan and Jeanne Earl will own the station.

The Oneida County Farm Bureau is pleased to name this year’s Oneida County Farm Woman and Farm Family of the year. The 1998 Farm Woman, Fern Thomas, and Farm Family, David and Elaine Mills family, will ride in the 4th of July Parade and then will be further be honored at the Farm Bureau’s annual summer cookout, slated for later this summer.

Playing on the soccer team representing Malad in the Logan Soccer League are Jacob Jeppsen, Burt Willie,

Tyson Daniels, Jordan Curtis, Erik Buehler, Brad Horsley, Shane Curtis, Victor Hubbard, Nate Negas, Johnny Servoss, Chris Hess, Rob Ray, B.J. Hess and Scott Marble. Coaches are Randy Willie and Kevin Wright.

35 YEARS AGO (1988)

The full impact of the drought, now in its second summer in southeastern Idaho, showed its full face for many residents of Oneida County Sunday when the Deep Creek Reservoir was shut off only part way through the irrigation season. In light of present conditions, the county is currently looking at the prospects of applying for disaster relief funds, which could help in providing emergency fee, if approved, as well as making possible direct program payments.

Reigning over this year’s Cowboy Classic Rodeo will be 1988 Rodeo Queen Lisa Silvester and her attendants, Leila Weeks and Kathy Bruderer.

Ernest Palmer, a sophomore at Malad High School, was awarded a scholarship to attend the Second Annual Idaho State Summer Music Camp in Pocatello. The scholarships were awarded on the basis of taped auditions sent to camp officials.

Mark Colton spent the week of June 20-26 in Wichita, Kansas, at a National Vocational Industrial Clubs of America (VICA) contest, using his machining skills and representing the State of Idaho.

Overall winners of the 4-mile and the 1-mile Malad Mad Dash were Todd Mills, 4-mile Men’s and Gay Whetman, an entrant from Salt Lake City, 4-mile Women’s. Tim Naugler and Shanna Nalder were winners in the Men and Women’s 1-mile run.

45 YEARS AGO

(1978)

The Equestrienne Cotillion is eager and waiting to perform at the Oneida County 32nd Annual Rodeo this weekend. Members of the group are Tara Lee Archibald, Denise Jones, Trisa Williams, Vicki Barnes, Jean Schwartz, Jackie Jones, Julie Schwartz, Camille Williams, Adele Barnes, Tina Thomas, Staci Ekstrom, Joni O’Keefe, Jeanie Napier and Lindell Napier. The group director is Jeanette Williams.

Could a UFO have been sighted in Oneida?

The Malad Volunteer

Fire Department hosted just one of Oneida’s aerial sights during the evening of the Fourth of July. About 11:00 p.m. that evening a vertical column of hazy light was sighted in the west-northwestern skies of the Valley. The ‘light’ rose from just above the horizon disappearing behind a cloud. The cloud later drifted away, revealing the phenomenon, which, seemed to fade away at the top surface. The ‘light’ remained in a vertical position during its appearance, with the top slightly wider than the bottom. The ‘pillar’ held its position over the horizon until it began to dissipate about 11:50 p.m. In a few minutes it faded out of sight.

55 YEARS AGO (1968)

Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise, a petite Princess, Roxanne Thorpe, and her pretty attendants, Lyne Smith and Karen Williams, were selected from 38 entries Saturday at the Malad First Ward and will rule at the Fourth of July activities here. Prince of the kindergarten set, Todd Davis and Johnny Christophersen and Steven Daniels will ride in the Fourth of July parade here.

Freezing temperatures played havoc with Oneida crops over the weekend. Field crops damaged included corn, barley and some wheat.

Samaria Centennial activities will begin Friday evening, July 5th, with the selection of a queen and two attendants. The contest will begin at 8:30 pm. In the Samaria LDS Cultural Hall. The 10 girls who have entered the contest are all descendants of early Samaria residents. They include the following: Hannah Gae Atkinson, Jacquelin Davis, Fredricka Lewis, Sherri Peacock, Christina Williams, Shanna Mortensen, Janeal Brown, Julie Parry, Jolene Muirbrook and Brenda Ipsen.

60 YEARS AGO

(1963)

“Our five-digit ZIP Code is 83252,” Postmaster Henry W. Thomas announced this week. “Everyone in Malad City will use this ZIP Code on all their correspondence to speed mail deliveries and reduce the chance of miss-sent mail,” Postmaster Thomas said.

Commander Ariel E. Jones of the Ernest W. Jones Post of the Amer-

ican Legion said Malad will send four delegates to the Legion’s annual state convention, July 13-14, at Boise. The delegates from here are John D. Tovey, Wayne Williams, U.R. Waters and J.D. Price.

Jointly managed by S.A. Hendricks, Carl and Carol Dawn Willie, the Malad Department Store is scheduled to open the latter part of July in the building formerly occupied by J.C. Penney Co. on Main Street.

A tree on the property of W. E. and Keith Evans, North Main Street, Malad, is almost as old as the Idaho Territory which is now in its 100th year with residents throughout the state marking the occasion with varied Centennial events The big locust tree was planted by Thomas W. Richards, the original owner of the property, in 1865. Mr. Richards, who came to Malad Valley in 1864 from Brigham City, sold the property to Harriet Bell and it later went to Mr. and Mrs. David R. Evans, parents of W.E. Evans.

70 YEARS AGO

(1953)

Royalty at the Oneida County Rodeo, Friday and Saturday, July 10 and 11 will include Queen Billie Ann Thorpe, and her attendants, Miss Delores Gleed and Miss Janet Smith.

Television signals were broadcast for the first time in Idaho by a Nampa station last week. Meridian, Idaho, with a population of 1,810, will probably be the smallest town in the United States with a major television studio when KDSH completes its installation there in the near future.

Wendell Camp, Dean Camp, Douglas Gibbs and Brent Probst will train at McCammon July 11 to attend the National

Scout Jamboree in California.

Pvt. Wayne Thomas arrived home from Camp Roberts, California to spend a week’s leave at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Thomas.

The public is invited to the American Legion Auxiliary meeting at the Legion building on July 6. The girl staters, Karen Hartley, Chloe Ann Price, Connie Thomas and Lorana Jones will give their report.

75 YEARS AGO (1948)

Construction of a new power sub-station designed to furnish Malad Valley constant and adequate electrical service, was completed this week by the California-Pacific Utilities and Utah Power and Light Companies. The sub-station built at a cost of about $100,000, is located in Pleasantview, four miles from Malad on the main power transmission line of the Utah Power Company.

Miss Norma Tovey, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dan Tovey, was named queen of the Oneida County 1948 Horse Show and Rodeo at a “Cowboy” dance held at the LaGrande Hall. Her attendants are Miss Katherine Morgan, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Morgan and Miss Lorraine Jones, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lester T. Jones.

The Malad Valley Posse and the Oneida Rodeo Queen and her attendants will participate in the celebration at Blackfoot July 3.

A fruit seller from California was fined $25 by Police Judge M.V.

for peddling oranges without a city license Friday. He was arrested by Officer W.E. Thomas. He had a large and a small truck full of oranges, the police officer stated.

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55 YEARS AGO (1968) A petite Princess, Roxanne Thorpe, center, and her pretty attendants, Lynne Smith, left, and Karen Williams, right, will rule at Fourth of July activities here. The youngsters were selected from 38 entries at the Malad First Ward.

35 YEARS AGO (1988) REIGNING OVER this year's Cowboy Classic Rodeo will be 1988 Rodeo Queen, Lisa Silvester, center, and her attendants, Lelia Weeks, left, and Kathy Bruderer, right.

55 YEARS AGO (1968) Prince of the Kindergarten set, Todd Davis, center, and his attendants, Jonny Christophersen, left, and Steven Daniels, right, will ride in the Fourth of July parade.

Daniel Cornia, July 7

Abigail Gamble, July 7

Julie Hansen, July 7

Shelby Blackner, July 8

Maxine King, July 8

Kelli Stokes, July 8

Kouper Tubbs, July 8

Ben Bosworth, July 8

Kennadei Wise, July 8

Robert Hannah, July 9

John Hobson, July 9

Ella Jo Ward, July 9

Rex Waldron, July 9

J.D. Atkinson, July 10

Richard Cornia, July 10

Sherrie Evans, July 10

Ryan Hannah, July 10

Cydney Ipsen, July 10

Jenna Peterson, July 10

Melanie Wittman Coleman, July 10

Michael Evans, July 11

NEWS OF RECORD ONEIDA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Alexis Ann Daniels, Malad City, dogs running at large, $30.00 costs

$59.50

Israel Amed Furrgen, Herriman, driving without privileges, $150.00, costs $175.50

Sean Albert Jones, Pocatello, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Nicole D Kent, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Virginia Annette Omer, Salt Lake City, turning left and failing to yield right of way, $33.50, costs $56.50

Josse Tinei Peterson, Gunnison, tobacco/electronic cigarette-unlawful for minor to posses, receive, purchase, use or consume, $17.50, costs $56.50, speed to slow for minimum or impedes traffic flow in the left-hand lane, $33.50, costs $56.50

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Sheriff’s Dispatch Logbook

Following are recent calls received by dispatchers at the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office. During the week of 6/25 to 7/01, the Sheriff’s Office investigated 56 new cases. During this time, the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office dispatchers received and an unknown number of total calls. This report includes only new investigations and does not include regular investigations, civil services, and the other responsibilities of the Sheriff’s Office.

Christopher Hill, July 11

Barbara Ward, July 11

Jullie Jones, July 12

Dillion Bosworth, July 12

Bud Christensen, July 12

Blair Higley, July 12

Curtis Hoskins, July 12

Danielle Howard, July 12

Douglas Thorpe, July 12

Debra VanBebber, July 12

Kati Davis, July 13

Amy Gyllenskog, July 13

Charlene Jones, July 13

Mattie Jones, July 13

Brady Price, July 13

John Wakley, July 13

Cecil Sweeten, July 13

Earl Williams, July 13

Hudson Daniels, July 13

MALAD CITY

Travis Minh Le, Pocatello, fail to reduce speed or change lanes for emergency/police vehicle, $33.50, costs

$56.50

IDAHO STATE POLICE

Jorge Alfredo Garcia, Ogden, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Codi Rae Musick, Roy, speeding, $98.50, costs $61.50

Alec Schmidt-Bowman, Salt Lake City, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

MAGISTRATE COURT

Cesar Baletin Sanchez, Malad City, fail to notify upon striking unattended vehicle, $192.50, costs $157.50, 60 days jail, 60 days suspended, 18 months supervised probation, Agency:

OCSO

Richard W Spicer, American Falls, controlled substance-possession, $300.00, costs $682.50, 2 years jail time, 2 years suspended, 4 years supervised probation, Agency: MPD

By Gramma Dot

I was at Louise’s house this morning. We were watching TV and a commercial advertising some kind of medication to help with depression came on. Now, both Louise and I know we are not doctors and depression can be a serious thing, but Louise says, “They need to try a hobby first.” It got me thinking about all the “hobbies” I’ve had over the years. Hobbies that not only kept me busy and taught me a few things but connected me with people I really learned to love.

There was Louise and gardening. I certainly couldn’t do a garden without Brent, but together we grew some fine produce. Every Spring Louise would advise on when to till, when to plant, when to take the water wells off and so on. She always had “Master Gardener”

status in the neighborhood because she just “knew” stuff, but more importantly she always had the first ripe tomato!

There was tole painting with sister Tam. I don’t know what got her interested in painting, but because she was interested, I got interested. An unartistic person can do some very artistic things with the right tools and the correct instruction. It’s too bad all that painted wood went out of style decades ago.

Rebecca and I decided to run a little business for a while… framing, as in picture framing. We found a big “chopping” table for sale and Brent and Max helped us gather all the needed equipment. We cut matts, built frames, and even framed a couple of Minerva Taggart paintings during that little venture. We still laugh about Bonnie Bott

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Welsh Festival

We attended your Saturday's Wales celebration for the first time.

Our highlights were learning the story of St. David, the men’s choir singing the Wales national anthem and Men of Harlech, and the poem readings.

I understand that the theme for next year’s poem competition is the Dragon.

My takeaway from Saturday’s events is summarized in the following answer to my question: Who are the Welsh?

OUR RED DRAGON IS ALIVE

Our red dragon lives

wanting to do an article in the newspaper on us about our “house” framing business! Then, I moved on to kids’ skirts with Rox, Ter, Paula and mom. We even sold our wares at the Welsh Festival for a few years. Audrey taught me how to piece quilts. I learned she is a very patient woman. Ann Alger shared recipes and tutoring on food. I still smile at the sign on her frig door, “So many cats and so few recipes.” Smiling that’s what it’s all about. Smiles come when you eat that first ripe tomato of the year, when you hang those tole-painted hearts with family names on your Christmas tree and when you look at that picture you and a friend framed together. The Good Life includes hobbies, people and smiles! That’s something we can all work for.

7:00 p.m., Call: Rick M. 208-7663584; or Gary B. 435-230-3734; or AA Hotline 208-235-1444. (1-52)

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in our hearts and minds.

Our red dragon reminds us to remember that St. David taught, that through daily acts of kindness, we live our love for each other.

Our red dragon reminds us that our ancestors showed us that grit will overcome all obstacles.

Our red dragon reminds us that the Spirit of Truth comforts and guides us when we feel lost.

Our red dragon lives in our hearts and minds.

Sincerely,

A First Time Visitor

Malad City Water Restrictions

Watering is allowed only during the following hours:

6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

• To avoid further restrictions, do not water every day.

• This applies to both Deep Creek and City Culinary Water.

• The only exception to the hours will be given to owners who have sprinkling systems with timers.

• No open hoses are allowed on the Deep Creek System. Fines will be given in accordance to Malad City Ordinance No. 443.

July 11 – BBQ Pork Sandwich, Coleslaw, Fruit, Dessert, Milk/ Juice

July 13 – Spaghetti, Salad Bar, Fruit, Bread Sticks, Dessert, Milk/ Juice

Malad Senior Citizens’ Menu

Every meal served with Juice/Milk/Coffee

July 7 – Navajo Tacos, Fresh Fruit, Dessert

July 12 – Birthday Dinner, Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes, Stewed Tomatoes, Rolls, Dessert

Debunking mRNA cattle vaccinations

By Allison Eliason

Experience has taught us that there is nothing that spreads faster than an unsubstantiated rumor, especially when the folks spreading it have no idea what they are talking about. Whether it is the latest small town gossip or the hot off the press social media news, it seems that misinformation is everybody’s favorite topic to speak on. Over the last several months, cattle vaccinations has taken a sweeping hold on people’s interest and, to no surprise, has been way off the mark.

Sometime in early spring, a social media post questioned how long meat needed to be cooked to rid it of any leftover trace of the mRNA vaccine. And before anyone stopped to question the truthfulness or validity of the concern, the post went viral and everyone began talking about the new, mandatory mRNA vaccines that were found in meat. Without a basic scientific knowl-

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edge of either how vaccines work or what mRNA is or even any experience with vaccinations in livestock, this could have been concerning. But with a little research and a little understanding and maybe a little logic, we can easily debunk the issue here.

To begin with, there are no mRNA vaccinations being used for cattle. None at all. April 5, the National Cattlemen's Beef Association put out a statement in response to consumer concerns, saying, “There are no current mRNA vaccines licensed for use in beef cattle in the United States. Cattle farmers and ranchers do vaccinate cattle to treat and prevent many diseases, but presently none of these vaccines include mRNA technology.”

Even if cattle producers were using mRNA vaccinations, withdrawal protocols have been well established and followed that protect any lingering trace of such injections in any meats.

Simply put, after giving any sort of injection, a producer must wait a specified number of days before harvesting livestock to ensure that the vaccine or antibiotics has been cleared and that the meat is clean and safe for consumption. For most vaccines or antibiotics, the withdrawal period is around three to four weeks, but could be as many as forty five days.

Not knowing that there are safeguards already established to be sure that no trace of any injection can be found in harvested meats, many consumers were concerned with the sort of fallout that would come from eating beef from animals given mRNA vaccinations.

Unnerving thoughts

AMENDED NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

On Tuesday, the 10th day of October, 2023, at the hour of 10:00 o'clock a.m. of said day at AmeriTitle, 31 S. Main, Payette, in the County of Payette, State of Idaho, Ryan M. Fawcett, as Successor Trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, the following described real property situated in the County of Payette, State of Idaho, and described as follows, to-wit:

Lots 4 and 5 in Block 6 of Park Addition to Payette, according to the official plat thereof, filed in Book 1 of Plats and Page(s) 7, Records of Payette County, Idaho.

The Successor Trustee has no knowledge of a more particular description of the above-referenced real property, but for purposes of compliance with Section 60113, Idaho Code , the Successor Trustee has been informed that the street address of 422 N. 10 th St., Payette, Idaho, is sometimes associated with said real property. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by KYLE E COATNEY, Unmarried Man, Grantor, to Ryan M. Fawcett, Successor Trustee, for the benefit and security of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. , recorded May 13, 2022, as Instrument No. 445547, Mortgage records of Payette County, Idaho; and assigned to the IDAHO HOUSING AND FINANCE ASSOCIATION by Assignment of Deed of Trust recorded on April 18, 2023, as Instrument No. 450565, Mortgage records of Payette County, Idaho. THE ABOVE GRANTOR IS NAMED TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 45-1506 (4)(a), IDAHO CODE . NO REPRESENTATION IS MADE THAT HE IS, OR IS NOT, PRESENTLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS OBLIGATION.

Said sale is a public auction for which the bid price must be paid immediately upon close of bidding by certified funds in the form of cashier’s checks, certified checks, or valid money orders only. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason whatsoever, the successful bidder’s exclusive and sole remedy shall be the return of actual monies paid to the Successor Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.

The default for which this sale is to be made is the failure to pay when due, monthly installment payments under the Deed of Trust Note dated May 12, 2022, in the amount of $1,444.43 each, for the months of November, 2022 through April, 2023, inclusive . All delinquent payments are now due, plus accumulated late charges, plus all escrow advances, plus any costs or expenses associated with this foreclosure. The accrued interest is at the rate of 4.875% per annum from October 1, 2022, and the Beneficiary elects to sell or cause the trust property to be sold to satisfy said obligation. The principal balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust is $238,812.39, plus accrued interest at the rate of 4.875% per annum from October 1, 2022.

DATED This 9 th day of June, 2023.

RYAN M. FAWCETT, a Member of the Idaho State Bar, SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE

Publishing: 6/15/2023, 6/22/2023, 6/29/2023, 7/6/2023

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE

On Tuesday, the 10th day of October, 2023, at the hour of 10:00 o'clock a.m. of said day at Amerititle, 31 S. Main, Payette, in the County of Payette, State of Idaho, Ryan M. Fawcett, as Successor Trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, the following described real property situated in the County of Payette, State of Idaho, and described as follows, to-wit:

Lot 5 in Block 2 of the Amended Plat Of Freeman-Slatter Subdivision, according to the official plat thereof, filed in Book 5 of Plats at Page(s) 23, Records of Payette County, Idaho.

The Successor Trustee has no knowledge of a more particular description of the above-referenced real property, but for purposes of compliance with Section 60-113, Idaho Code , the Successor Trustee has been informed that the street address of 304 NW 9th St., Fruitland, Idaho, is sometimes associated with said real property.

Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by GORDON DARWIN LEAVITT, an Unmarried Man , Grantor, to Ryan M. Fawcett, Successor Trustee, for the benefit and security of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., recorded August 19, 2022 as Instrument No. 447345, Mortgage records of Payette County , Idaho; and assigned to the IDAHO HOUSING AND FINANCE ASSOCIATION by Assignment of Deed of Trust recorded on May 4, 2023, as

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like “will I develop my own antibodies to this vaccine” to “is this going to change my DNA” floated along the scared, misinformed masses. mRNA might sound scary or intense but the truth is mRNA is a simple but crucial element our bodies use to create necessary proteins. Within each cell in a living system, is a structure that reads the DNA, the body’s blueprint, and makes proteins for specific tasks. mRNA is made up of four different amino acids in varying sequences for the specific protein that will be made. Those amino acids are structured together with a ribose sugar that can easily be broken down once the amino acid sequence has been read and used

again in a new mRNA strand.

In the instance of mRNA as a vaccine, the sequence creates a protein that in turn will create a piece of the virus which then initiates the sequence for the body to begin making antibodies or defenses against such a sickness. Then when the system encounters the true virus, it will recognize it and mount a full defense to rid the body of the sickness. In essence, the mRNA begins a chain of events that helps the body know how to recognize and defend against that specific illness or disease.

Because of its more fragile structure so that the amino acids can be broken down to be reused, mRNA injected as a vaccination don’t last long. Which means you can take comfort that if cattle were given mRNA vaccines, the mRNA would have been broken down long before they were harvested.

While there are no approved mRNA cattle

vaccinations currently, there are ongoing studies to see if this can’t be a future component to livestock health care. As science and technology continues to advance, it may be possible that one day mRNA vaccines will be used. Consumers can take heart that from the creators of the vaccine to the veterinarians that prescribe them to the producers that use them, they won’t be carelessly or haphazardly given. Since the use of the Covid-19 vaccine, there has been a serious uptick of “googling” mRNA and mRNA vaccinations. As people turn to social media as their undisputed source of all knowledge, misinformation and rumors are bound to be a result. Rather than putting trust in such a resource, trust that your livestock producers are raising a product that you can safely and proudly put on your table in front of your table, because they do.

Said sale is a public auction for which the bid price must be paid immediately upon close of bidding by certified funds in the form of cashier’s checks, certified checks, or valid money orders only. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason whatsoever, the successful bidder’s exclusive and sole remedy shall be the return of actual monies paid to the Successor Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.

The default for which this sale is to be made is the failure to pay when due, monthly installment payments under the Deed of Trust Note dated August 18, 2022, in the amount of $2,375.64 each, for the months of November, 2022 through May, 2023, inclusive . All delinquent payments are now due, plus accumulated late charges, plus all escrow advances, plus any costs or expenses associated with this foreclosure. The accrued interest is at the rate of 5.50% per annum from October 1, 2022, and the Beneficiary elects to sell or cause the trust property to be sold to satisfy said obligation. The principal balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust is $367,722.07, plus accrued interest at the rate of 5.50% per annum from October 1, 2022.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE is hereby by given that a public hearing will be held on Wednesday, the 19th day of July 2023, at 6:00 pm, at the Oneida County Event Center, 459 South Main Malad City, Idaho, before the Oneida County Planning and Zoning Commission for a proposed Minor Subdivision located at 1200 South Holbrook, Idaho. The request is being made by Sam Carter.

The public is invited to attend said hearing and to present written or oral testimony for or against the Minor subdivision. Written comments must be submitted to the Oneida County Planning and Zoning Administrator, 30 north 100 West, Malad City, Idaho, before said hearing.

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NOTICE is hereby given that a public hearing will be held on Wednesday, the 19th day of July 2023, at 6:30 p.m., at the Oneida County Event Center, 459 South Main Malad City, Oneida County, Idaho, before the Oneida County Planning and Zoning Commission for a proposed Riding Arena located at 1151 South 4600 West. The request is being made by Tim Ekstrom.

The public is invited to attend said hearing and to present written or oral testimony for or against the Riding Arena. Written comments must be submitted to the Oneida County Planning and Zoning Administrator, 30 North 100 West, Malad City, Idaho, before said hearing.

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Don Eliason

May 21, 1929-June 30, 2023

Don Eliason passed away on June 30, 2023, at the age of 94. He was a long-time resident of Holbrook where he farmed and ranched and raised his family—Donette (Merlyn) Ringel, Judy (Val) Bush, Debbie (Jay) Munns, Ken (Kristy) Eliason, and Ron (Shellie) Eliason.

He was born May 21, 1929, the fourth child of August and Jennie Eliason. The early years of Don’s life until the age of nine were spent on the family ranch in Stone, Idaho from which they moved to Holbrook, Idaho to work a new ranch.

Don had his eye on Carol Ipsen since 8th grade and that is the one, he married on February 2, 1949, in the Logan Temple. He enjoyed music by singing with Carol in a quartet, helped to start the Malad Community Chorus in 1974, and sang in the choir for many years.

Don was a rancher through and through; he was a good steward of the land and the cattle. He included his sons in the ranching operation. Ken and his sons continue the ranch family and Don enjoyed seeing his grandsons involved as well, passing along to them a strong work ethic and knowledge of how to work with land, cattle, and each other. He loved a good horse and participated in many rodeos both as a pickup man and as a contestant. He served many years on the Stone Rodeo board. In 2013 Don was inducted into the Eastern Idaho Agriculture Hall of Fame. In 2010 the Eliason family was honored as the Oneida County Farm Bureau Family of the Year. He could be found helping in many local functions.

He has been very active in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, holding many different posi-

Don Eliason

tions including Bishop, and high counselor of the Malad Stake, and served two missions with his wife, Carol, one to Nauvoo, Illinois, and the other as a host in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City.

Don was a friend to everyone he met. Don and Carol broadened their horizons with travels around the United States and to countries as different as Russia and Australia, making memories together.

The Eliasons were married 74 years ago and their secrets of a happy and long life together: never stop learning, never stop doing, make do or do without, and daily saying those three magical words –“I Love You.”

Don was preceded in death by his wife Carol, his daughter Donette Ringel and grandson Shawn Ringel. He is survived by 15 grandkids and 36 great-grandkids.

The funeral services will be at the Malad Stake Center at 11 am on July 6, 2023. Friends and family will be received from 6 – 8 pm on Wednesday evening and 9:30-10:30 am Thursday morning. Interment will follow the funeral at the Holbrook Cemetery.

Malad receives Community Challenge Grant from AARP

Today, AARP Idaho announced six organizations throughout the state will receive 2023 Community Challenge grants – part of the largest group of grantees to date with $3.6 million awarded among 310 organizations nationwide. Grantees will implement quick-action projects that help communities become more livable by improving public places; transportation; housing; digital connections; diversity, equity and inclusion; and more, with an emphasis on the needs of adults age 50 and older.

The grant program is part of AARP’s nationwide Livable Communities initiative, which supports the efforts of cities, towns, neighborhoods, and rural areas to become great places to live for people of all ages, especially those age 50 and older. Since 2017, AARP Idaho has

MISSIONARY

Bayla Tripp

Bayla Tripp has received her mission call, and a farewell will be held for her this weekend. She will be serving in the Nevada Reno Mission, and she will start her service on July 10th. Her farewell will be this Sunday, the 9th, at 9:00am in the Malad 5th Ward building.

Malad City/Oneida County Economic Development Foundation meets

Idaho District 27 State Senator Kelly Anthon visited with the board of directors of the Malad City/Oneida County Economic Development Foundation. Senator Anthon indicated that he has a special interest in economic development and offered his expertise to the local group.

Personally, he said that he, “wants my kids to find a really good job near where they were raised.” He offered to come speak to local 4-H groups, the Malad Lions Club and any other group that would like to pick his brain.

economy is healthy, and it is the least regulated state in the nation. It is also experiencing its highest credit rating in its history. “In Idaho, we balance the budget,” he explained, and taxpayers have received the most cuts per capita than any other state. Anthon explained that if we experience good economic development and regulate the government, taxes go down.

trying to come up with a solution to help that entity become viable again. A local resident and business owner, Mandi Hess, has volunteered to help the Chamber reorganize.

awarded 26 grants and $280,138 through the program to nonprofit organizations and government entities across the state.

“AARP Idaho is committed to working with local leaders to improve residents’ quality of life through tangible changes,” said AARP Idaho state director Lupe Wissel. “We are proud to collaborate with this year’s grantees as they make immediate improvements in their communities to jumpstart long-term change, especially for Idahoans 50 and over.”

Idaho projects funded include a grant to Malad City.

$12,000 – Malad City

Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in the country. Malad City will use this grant to build regulation-size outdoor pickleball courts for use by residents, pro-

viding a popular form of recreation, exercise, and social interaction for people of all ages.

“I would like to thank AARP for considering, and granting, our request for a grant to help build pickleball courts in Malad. We are a small, close-knit community, and we love projects where we can work together for a common goal. Because our old tennis courts, which were converted into pickleball courts, were torn down to build a new elementary school (for which we are also thrilled), this became our newest project. It will be a wonderful addition to our City Park and Walking Path for people of all ages to get together and have fun.” said Malad City Mayor Joan Hawkins.

Anthon explained the reapportionment in 2021 that moved Oneida County to District 27. For the reapportionment, each district was to be comprised of approximately 52,000 people. Over time, Anthon explained, we are going to lose representatives from rural areas because of the growth in major metropolitan areas. At one time, every county was represented by a Senator, but that was changed in the 1960’s when the U.S. Supreme Court changed the law to one person, one vote where it was determined that legislators represented people, not acres. Presently, Idaho has 35 districts with one senator and two representatives for each district. In 2023, the Idaho Legislature drafted 861 new pieces of legislation, actually introduced 595 bills and passed 314.

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The Senator talked about some of the more controversial issues that faced the legislature this year. He would like to see the legislature advance good government and civility.

Membership

The Malad City/ Oneida County Economic Development Foundation is currently made up of the Malad City Mayor and council members and the three Oneida County Commissioners. At the latest meeting, a local resident, Alexandria Conger, expressed interest in joining the foundation. The Bylaws of the group allow for membership of up to ten members. The board has been considering inviting members from the public. At the next meeting, the approval of Conger will be on the agenda as an action item.

Chamber of Commerce

For the past two meetings, the board members have been discussing the loss of the Malad Area Chamber of Commerce and

A hamburger cookout will be held July 13 at Malad City Park at 7:00 p.m. for all business owners who would like to become members of a newly reorganized Chamber. Dues at a reduced rate will be paid or committed that evening. At this meeting, new officers will be chosen for the next year.

Economic Develop ment Partners

Attending the meeting by Zoom was 4-CASI director Molly Beseris and REDI director Teresa McKnight. Beseris reported that she has obtained a grant with AARP to look into housing needs for the four counties. A virtual meeting will be held on July 5 with the mayor and other interested parties. Beseris also reported that both outstanding Gem Grants for Malad City and Oneida County will be closed out by next month. This will make it possible for the application of more Gem Grants for businesses in the city and county. McKnight reminded the foundation members of some important dates coming up, including the Eastern Idaho Summit on August 11, Eastern Idaho Housing Symposium on August 18, and What’s Up in Eastern Idaho Annual Conference on October 20.

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Music at the Welsh Festival

No Welsh event can be held without a lot of music as the Welsh people are known for their music, especially choral music. The Malad Valley Welsh Festival carries on the Welsh heritage with music a part of nearly every event.

The Malad Valley Men’s Welsh Chorus sang at five programs during the Festival. Comprised of Louis Dredge, Mark Jones, George Alger, Bob Crowther, Jim Christiansen, A.C. Black, Steven Ward, and David Harris and accompanied by Maggie Lund, the Men’s Chorus sang a variety of traditional Welsh and pioneer numbers during the Festival.

Celtic and Western performers entertained people in the Park from the outdoor amphitheater. Louisa’s Legacy and Teton Skye from Idaho Falls, Rhiannon from Pocatello and Idaho Falls, the Haywire Ranch String Band from Downey, and Ken Currier, visiting from Virginia, played traditional music throughout the two days of the Festival.

The Youth Concert featured 20 talented young pianists, instrumentalists, and vocalists, including Raegan Smith, the 1st Alternate to the 2023 Idaho

Distinguished Young Woman, and Alexus Tarbot, Malad’s 2023

Distinguished Young Woman. Also performing in the concert were pianists Paisley Firth, Maverick Lewis, Tenley Taylor (with Laurie Richins), Dempsie Firth, Seth Huckaby, Megan Moss, Lydia Hatch, Levi Hatch, Daisy Huckaby, Jens Huckaby, and Paisley Smith (with Christine Smith).

Vocalists were Ginny Bytheway (with Becky Bytheway on guitar),

Aubrey Palmer, Kaleigh Worrell, Sarah Young, and McClaren Garrett (with Addler Garrett on bass clarinet). Instrumental solos were performed by saxophonist Alex Christensen and bass clarinetist Addler Garrett. Lorna Hess and Trudy Ward were accompanists.

The Friday Evening Concert began with Janice Bunker from Provo, Utah, performing two traditional Welsh numbers on the organ in the 2nd-4th-5th Ward Building. Welton Ward then performed “The Whistler and His Dog” on the harmonica. Cory and Jill Webster, who perform as the Haywire Ranch String Band, then took the audience on a ride into the past as they presented a live “radio” broadcast from the pioneer trail. Interspersed with weather reports, commercials, and traffic reports, the Band performed songs about

the pioneers heading toward the West, including Malad Valley.

Adult pianists seldom have the opportunity of performing ensembles, but the Festival provides a venue for piano duets and quartets. Duet arrangements of movie themes, classical numbers, and traditional Welsh hymn tunes were performed by Natalie Reiss, Lucie Washburn, Patsy Bybee, Trudy Ward, Maggie Lund, Jean Thomas, and Ruby Lewis (Marsh Valley’s 2022 Distinguished Young Woman). Bob Crowther, his daughter Christine Smith, and her daughters Raegan and Paisley took the audience back to the 1960s with “Surfin’ USA,” originally by the Beach Boys. As has become a tradition, the concert ended with Mack Wilberg’s arrangement of “Stars and Stipes Forever,” performed by Jan Myers, Christine Smith,

Lucie Washburn, and Jean Thomas. At the conclusion of the Finale after the 2023 Bard of the Malad Val-

ley Welsh Festival was chaired, the Malad Valley Men’s Welsh Chorus led the audience in a gymnfa ganu (sing-

along) of “All Through the Night,” “Guide Us, O Thou Great Jehovah,” and the Welsh National Anthem.

Historic Cabins and the Welsh Kitchen in Samaria

During the Welsh Festival events, many visitors made their way out to Samaria to visit some of the historic cabins on display, as well as the newly opened Welsh Kitchen.

The cabins, which have been moved from around the valley to the Malad Valley Heritage Square in Samaria and restored, include a number of kitchens.

The Margaret Morse Williams Summer kitchen has been restored to a functional kitchen, and furnished with items Luke Waldron brought back from a recent trip to Wales. Margaret came to Samaria from Llanelly, Wales with her parents Richard and Maria Jones Morse in 1869. She eventually married Daniel James Williams and raised nine children, using the kitchen cabin for meal preparation. She died in 1935 and in buried at the Samaria Cemetery. Kitchenware, cookware, furniture, and other authentic pieces now fill the kitchen, which will be fully functional for Samaria Days on July 21 and 22.

Samaria Days starts at Samaria Centennial Park on Friday night at 7 p.m. and continues from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday.

Recipes

A few of the recipes on display at the Welsh Kitchen in Samaria’s Malad Valley Heritage Square:

Bara Brith (Fruit Loaf)

This popular Welsh Fruit cake is called Bara or bread from its similarity of appearance to a bread loaf.

Ingredients:

10 oz. mixed dry fruit

2/3 pint hot tea (no milk)

3 oz. soft brown sugar

1 large egg

Grated rind of 1 lemon

12 oz. self-rising wholemeal flour

1 tsp. mixed spice

Soak the mixed dried fruit in the hot tea, cover and leave to stand overnight. Next day, set oven to 350

degrees or Mark 4 and grease and line a 21 lb. loaf tin. Strain the fruit and reserve the liquid. Mix together the fruit with the other ingredients in a bowl adding the reserved liquid a little at a time until a soft, dropping consistency is achieved. Pour the mixture into the tin and bake for 45-55 minutes until risen and firm to the touch. Cool and serve sliced and buttered.

Welsh Cakes (pic ear y maen)

Popular throughout Wales, these little cakes, originally cooked on a heated bakestone, were often served to travellers on their arrival at an inn. In North Wales they are known as Teisen Gri.

Ingredients:

1 lb. flour

1 tsp. baking powder

1 pinch allspice

1 pinch salt

4 oz. butter

4 oz. lard

7 oz. sugar

4 oz. Seedless raisins

2 eggs, beaten

Milk to mix

Caster sugar to sprinkle

Stir together the flour, baking

powder, allspice, and salt in a large bowl. Rub in the butter and the lard. Add the sugar and raisins. Beat the eggs and add to the mixture, with a little milk to make a fairly stiff dough. Roll out on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about ¼ inch and cut into 2 inch rounds with a pastry cutter. Cook on a greased griddle of heavy based frying pan for about 3 minutes each side until golden brown. Sprinkle with sugar and serve warm.

Ginny and Becky Bytheway perform during the youth concert

Janice Bunker plays the church’s historic organ

Jill and Cory Webster presented a “live radio broadcast from the trail”

Patsy Bybee and Trudy Ward perform a duet during the Piano Ensemble

The traditional 4-part rendition of “Stars and Stripes Forever”

Luke Waldron shows off some purchases made on a recent trip to Wales

Heritage Square in Samaria is one of the county’s historical jewels

Other Events at the Festival

In addition to the main featured events at the Festival, a number of other activities took place in and around town.

The cultural hall of the church building was filled with images and information about Wales for those interested in learning more about the country’s strong connection to the Malad valley. In addition to the bard’s chair itself, the displays featured a pictorial “walking tour” of Wales, family histories of local residents dating back to the valley’s founding, information about Welsh history and the coal industry, as well as two nineteenth century print editions of the first Welsh bibles.

The basement of the church displayed artwork created by students for this year’s art competition.

The historic Presbyterian church hosted two days of open house tours. One of the oldest churches in the area, the Presbyterian church has a strong connection to Malad’s early settlement and Welsh community.

Wagon rides of historic sites were run throughout the day, taking visitors around some of the older buildings and locations in town.

Games and activities for the youth took place in the City Park, including stilts, stick and hoop tossing, gold panning, and others.

The Friends of the Oneida County Library held a books sale outside the library, with an array of books from many genres and for many reading levels.

Vendors were also on hand throughout both days of the Festival with arts, crafts, food, treats, apparel, jewelry, and other items.

The Oneida Quilters Club displayed a range of beautiful quilts created by members over the year in the old Co-op building downtown.

A Half and Quarter Mile Dragon marathon was also held during the early hours.

BRAIN TEASERS

During the festival, visitors were treated to wagon rides around the valley’s historic sites

The Friends of the Library held a Book Sale in the Park

The Oneida Quilt Club displayed skillfully made quilts in the Co-op downtown Stilts were a popular draw at the kids’ activity site

One of the historical displays demonstrated the conditions of nineteenth century colliers

Family history displays traced the roots of many of Malad’s resident back to the founding

Dragon Half and Quarter marathon

MHS X-C team held their first ever half marathon race event as a fundraiser. Money raised will hopefully go towards the team participating in the Bob Firman race in Boise during the regular season.

Half Marathon- 14 participants. Began up at the summit and

wound its way to the city park.

1st place overall/1st Men's Under 20 years old - Brycen Talbot 1:28;50

1st Women's Under 20 years old- Hadlee Summers 1:43;47

1st Women's Over 20 years old- Jessica Blaisdell 1:46;40

Kaylee Nalder

1:47;50

Oaklie Hebdon 1:

52;53

Carter Smith 1:53; 55

Bobbi Summers

1:54;00

1st Men's Over 20 years old- Chad Slater

1:54;15

Charlotte, Cassidy, Desi from Garland

2:02;00

Tracy Fonnesbeck

2:05;21

Jed, Crystal 2:20;49

¼ (6.55 miles) Marathon Results- We had 9 participants this year. It began on Hwy 191 and finished at the city park.

1st Overall/Men's Under 20- Boston Burbidge 47:56

Jace Nalder 51:34

1st Women's Under

NCAA Conference Team Shuffle

July 1 marked a big day for college sports players and fans as the pending conference shakeup finally became official. After two years of prepping, negotiating, and coordinating, fourteen FBS (Football Bowl Subdivision) teams have formally moved into their new respective conferences. With changes coming and going, college football is certainly taking on a new look.

The SEC began the changes in 2021 as they made the decision to grow their conference by inviting Oklahoma and Texas to join in 2024. Being proactive, the BIG 12 conference, the current home for the two teams, moved to not only replace the departing teams, but to expand their league as well. The BIG 12 offered invitations to BYU, Cincinnati, Houston, and UCF in October 2021 to move

up before the fall schedule began in 2023.

Three of the four teams moving up have been a part of the AAC, leaving them short of their full lineup. They in turn went searching for teams to call up, snagging six teams from the C-USA, namely Charlotte, FAU, North Texas, RIce University, UAB and UTSA to bump their team count to fourteen like the SEC, BIG 10, and BIG 12.

As the six teams made their commitment, Marshall, Old Dominion, and Southern Miss jumped ship as well, moving to the SUN BELT conference. Dwindled down to only 5 of their 14 teams, C-USA went on the hunt to save their conference before the bottom fell out. Independent teams, Liberty Flames and the New Mexico State Aggies will join the C-USA

along with Jacksonville State and Sam Houston as they move up to FBS.

The BIG 10 conference looks to expand their conference as well, inviting USC and UCLA to join the ranks in 2024, both coming from the PAC-12. With their pending exit, PAC-12 has slots to fill but is unfortunately struggling to make it happen, largely due to the lack of securing a media rights deal for the near future. But if the stars align for the PAC-12 and they can expand their league, the rippling effect of jumping conferences is likely to continue. SDSU has high hopes of a bump up and the available space in the PAC-12 looked to be just the ticket for them, but without a surefire media deal, they have opted to stick with the MWC for the current season.

The whole shuffle

Summer Fishing

By Allison Eliason

When thinking of summer sports, games like baseball, sand volleyball and golf first come to mind. And while those certainly are popular summer sports, there are a few that are unfortunately overlooked but can be a large part of true summer adventure. One such sport that should be on everyone’s summer bucket list is fishing.

Some might argue that fishing isn’t even a real sport or roll their eyes when they think of fishing, but the thrill of such an adventure is only the beginning of the benefits of fishing. Whether

it is trolling a lake, fly fishing hip deep in the river or casting from the banks of the water, there is an approach for everyone to find their niche. And depending on the system an angler uses, it can be an exhilarating and demanding venture.

Fishing is often touted as a great way to relax or check out of everyday demands and that is certainly not wrong. The sounds of the churning water and beautiful vistas are the perfect backdrop to a relaxing scene. But aside from relaxing, fishing can also be a physically challenging feat as well. With large fish on the hook, a boat or pontoon to row or strong

waters to navigate, fishing can be a workout of its own. As a means to relax in the outdoors or to get the heart pumping as exercise, fishing is a great activity for healthy living.

For some a fishing day alone just isn’t fun, but add in a few buddies, kids, a grandpa, or as a true competition and the adventure is on its way. Fishing is a sport that has the upsides of a little alone time and but also as a way to reach out and connect.

The fisherman that not only fishes, but catches has the beginnings of a tasty, healthy dinner on the hook. Full of healthy fats and proteins, fish is

began as SEC moved to expand its fourteen member league to sixteen, selecting Oklahoma and Texas for their outstanding academic program and strong athletic program. And as the conference takes on its new look in 2024, it will also begin a new media deal with ESPN who will exclusively broadcast their games. Truth be told, the media coverage has been playing a large part in the expanding conferences and extended invitations. With new contracts being made and streaming services available in new ways, the college sports media coverage landscape is definitely changing. While impressive athletic programs and records largely lead the decision making for conference heads when it comes to extending an invitation, media marketability is hot on its heels. The team’s

20- Aezlyn Summers

53: 13

Jenna Talbot 54:13

Sam Schrenk 57: 15

Logan 1:02;45

Bella Burbidge

1:02;50

1st Women's Over

18- Bailey Burbidge

1:03;17

Todd 1:07;05

MHS X-C would like to give a shout

location, where it will fit on the TV schedule and even the fan base, play a part in bringing in the viewers, which in turn brings in the money. The most recent shift is just a phase, although a hefty one, in the multistep game being played by the NCAA. As conferences continue to expand, the rippling effect will continue to follow for years to come. What

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conferences come out stronger or fizzle out altogether is anybody’s guess. But at least for now, the shape of things are looking for an exciting season and schedule in the immediate future.

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a recommended part of a healthy diet. And anything cooked up with a pinch of thrill and splash of victory is always tastier and more satisfying.

Maybe fishing is something a new adventure to take or an old favorite for generations, but either way, spending time on the water with a rod in hand is a surefire way to add a little fun to the summer. Whether the competition is the fish on the line or the buddy across the stream, you are there to relax or to get in a little activity, or you are there in search of dinner or just to catch and release, fishing fun is there for everyone.

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Half-marathoners before the race

Quarter-marathon finishers