The Idaho Enterprise | July 13, 2023

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Celebrating Independence

One thing that anyone from Malad knows occupies a large spot on the events calendar is the Fourth of July celebration. This year, the Monday and Tuesday of the event were hot on the heels of the Welsh Festival, providing an extended time for friends, family, and community to converge downtown for entertainment and fun.

Over the course of the two days of festivities, the community was treated to Malad’s Got Talent, the yearly melodrama, the Kids’ Parade, the Fourth of July Parade, musical performances, and food and games.

This year’s theme was “Peace. Love. Fireworks,” all of which were on full display over the course of the event. Hundreds turned out both days to spend time out of the house and in the spirit of celebration. Although the peak hours of the Tuesday afternoon trended toward the hotter end of temperatures, for the most part shade and the potential for water sports kept the worst of it at bay, and by late afternoon the weather was settling into a nice summer day in the low 80s.

Kid Parade

To kick off the celebration, the Kids’ Parade was held on Monday. Kids in town lined up near the Malad Drive-In on bikes, on scooters, on foot, and in strollers to make the walk down Main Street and then Bannock to the City Park. The Sheriff led the convoy, flanked by the Boy Scouts, and followed by a troop of energetic

young people. Popsicles were distributed at the end of the parade, and many in the crowd made their way to the park for the music of Snake River Band, who played a variety of patriotic and classic American songs, leading into the Malad’s Got Talent preliminaries. Following the talent show, a Street Dance was held in front of City Hall, featuring the music of the 70s.

Parade

Bright and early Tuesday at dawnthe morning began with the traditional cannonade provided by the Malad Fire Department, and the Search and Rescue Breakfast. DYW sponsored a well-attended Fun Run at 6:30 (see results on the back page).

This year’s parade followed the same route as usual, beginning up near the school, winding through Main Street, around downtown, and back up near the hospital.

The Grand Marshalls for this year’s parade were Joe and Euarda Daniels; the Honored Pioneer was Gene Edwards; and the Honored Veteran was Rick Neville; the Volunteers of the year were Brad and Melanie Coleman. The Mayor and City Council followed, and then Sweepstakes winner Edith’s Collective and a line of floats that included the Distinguished Young Women (by Daisy Hollow), MHS Cheerleaders and Dance, MHS Band, MHS State Champions, Chamber Choir, Ireland Bank, Hess Lum-

ber, Hess Pumice, ATC, Rodeo Royalty, and many others.

Following the parade, the traditional Western Shootout in promotion of the melodrama took place at the park, with Artie Choke attempting to take over the town only to be thwarted initially by fellow outlaw Jeff Richins, who himself was foiled by Mayor Joan Hawkins and a pair of concerned citizens. The cheerleaders then took over for a demonstration.

Afterward, the Kids Races took place, where children of every age from 0-12 raced against one another on an increasingly lengthening track for first place against their fellows. This was followed by the Leap Frog event where a mix of youth and adult teams competed for the trophy to be held by them for the year (there was a brief scare when the trophy failed to materialize until just before the event’s start). Leap Frog was followed by Tug of War events.

At 2:00, the melodrama began its last performance at the Iron Door Playhouse downtown (more details on the performance inside this issue).

At 2:30, the city’s water balloon fight briefly took place.

During the afternoon events, a range of activities were in place to keep both kids and adults occupied. A foam machine was new to this year next to the Splash Pad. Hatchet throwing gave people the chance

CELEBRATING INDEPENDENCE On Page 2

NATO Summit to be held this week

As this week’s NATO summit approaches, two major developments have taken place in the lead up to the meeting. The most surprising news is that Turkey has dropped its formal opposition to Sweden joining NATO. Up until this week, Turkey had spoken out against Sweden’s membership due to what it saw as Sweden’s soft approach to the Kurdish resistance organization the PKK. It was widely believed that Turkey was holding out for admittance to the European Union in exchange for Sweden’s admittance to NATO, though that appears to no longer be the case. In another development, President Joe Biden will be meeting with Ukrainian President Volodimir Zelensky during the summit to discuss security issues.

‘1000 Year rainfall’ covers parts of the

Northwest Rainfall totalling almost 8 inches fell in West Point, New York in six hours on Sunday, in what is being called a “once in a millennium level” event. Large amounts of rain also fell up and down the coast, as well as throughout the region as far west as Pennsylvania. Flooding and water alerts are in effect throughout the northwest, with one death having already been attributed to the torrential storm. New England, Vermont, and Connecticut are also in danger of severe flooding over the next few days.

Colorado man cited for landing helicopter in Grand Teton

On Saturday around 3 p.m., Grand Teton National Park law enforcement rangers responded to a call that a helicopter had landed on the west shore of Jackson Lake, inside Grand Teton National Park. According to officials from the park, rangers located the copter as well as pilot Peter Smith and a companion picnicking along the lake. Smith, the owner of West Elk Air in Gunnison, was charged with two violations under the Code of Federal Regulations: “operating or using aircraft on lands or waters other than at locations designated pursuant to special regulations” and “use of aircraft shall be in accordance with regulations of the FAA.” If convicted, Smith could be fined $5,000.

The Kids’ Parade signals the beginning of the Fourth of July celebration

Members of the American Legion stop on Main Street at the Veterans Memorial for the national anthem

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to try out their Viking skills in the shade of the park’s south side.

A number of food vendors were on site, including the Hungry Heifer, Bammas, the Interfaith Council and IronDoor Smokehouse, and the Frozen Cow, as well as vendors from around the area selling gyros, Navajo ta-

cos, fish and chips, and gourmet hot dogs.

The Malad’s Got Talent Finals were held in the evening (see coverage inside), followed by the band the Saloonatics. Fireworks took place at the Fairgrounds to end the long couple days of fun in the sun.

Home Run Derby/ Softball

As a component of the

Tuesday activities, the Enterprise sponsored a softball game between the High School stars and a team of adults. After a long, hardfought game, the team of adults were in the lead 18-16 going into the final half inning, which was technically the final sore. However, the adults opted to play out the remaining half and added two more runs to their total.

The Home Run Derby was moved to the larger field this year, resulting in a smaller number of homeruns, but just as much fun. The move was prompted by activities on the north end of the park, and concern that home run balls might make their way over to where kids were still enjoying a variety of activities. The longer field made homeruns much more difficult to

come by, though several participants managed to hit them. Challis Sweeten was declared the winner with two unqualified homeruns, and David Day managed one over the south side fences. Also participating were Travis Hanks, Trevor Jones, Trevor Howe, Jess Blaisdell, Jimmy Buhrn, Dylan Haslem, Eric Svenson, and others.

Some younger par-

ticipants also gave it a crack, and although none managed a homerun, there were plenty of good shots to the outfield from Riggin Montgomery, Wyatt Madsen, Jaxton Hanks, Hyrum Hanks, Rowdy Bates, Wyatt Schwartz, Weston Bates, Lincoln Berry, Braxton Kaufman, Aiden Bladwin, and Jax Howe, among others.

This year’s Grand Marshalls were Joe and Euarda Daniels This year’s Honored Pioneer was Gene Edwards

Rick Neville was the Honored Veteran for this year’s parade

This year’s Volunteers of the year were Brad and Melanie Coleman

The short and chaotic Leap Frog Race

A Dunk Tank is a perfect way to cool down in the summer

Sweepstakes winner Edith's Collective

This year's Rodeo Queen Royalty

MHS Cheerleaders kept it cool in the shade

The MHS Dance Team

Tug of war can be a lopsided event at

Gran Fondo comes through Malad

The 12th annual Cache Valley Gran Fondo century event (just over a hundred mile course) once again rolled through Malad City as its halfway point.

The route begins in Logan, follows a course up through Weston canyon, down through Malad, and then back to Riverside and over to return at its starting point for a distance of approximately 104 miles. Those who have participated in the event before mentioned looking forward to the Malad stop as one of the best equipped and restful of the route, while those new to the event expressed surprise at the quality and quantity of amenities.

The Gran Fondo is an event that also serves as a fundraiser for cancer research through the Hunstman Institute.

Thousands of dollars are raised each year through entry fees and donations connected to the race, which is one of the reasons that Nell J Redfield Memorial Hospital is a proud sponsor of the event.

Also on hand during the event is the county’s local radio club the RACOON (Radio Amateur Club of Oneida County), who provides course communication for the riders as they traverse the middle of the route. No major injuries were reported this year, although as is often the case, some of the recently chip-sealed roads did provide some road rash. The radio support club was also called on a number of times to check tire pressure and refill tires as need-

Benefit Ride for Oneida Crisis Center

John and Chloe Thomas are inviting all street legal vehicles/motorcycles to their annual Poker Ride.

Saturday, July 15, 2023, 10:00 a.m. at the Hubcap Lounge, 23 Bannock St., Malad, Idaho. Leaving “kickstands up” at 11:00 a.m. Ending at the Chat & Chew in Malad approximately 6:00 p.m. where there will be cash prize for the best poker hand, a gun raffle and more. For more information, contact Chloe @208705-1851.

ed. The heat, which has been at high levels over the last few years, managed to stay in check until later in the morning and into the afternoon.

“This is way better than last year,” one rider was overheard to mention on the topic of the heat.

For the past nine years, the hospital has staffed the midcourse refreshment table for the race, providing a much-needed rest and refresh for the long-distance racers.

The race begins at daybreak in Logan, and this year’s overall winner, Supe Dursteler of North Logan, Utah, came in at 4:33:17. Tyler Metten of Orem, Utah, took second with a time of 4:33:22, and Jospeh Camire of Paradise, Utah took third with a time of 4:33:39.

The top women racers were Ellie Edwards of Hyde Park, UT at 4:49:49, Stefanie Young of Lehi, UT at 4:54:41 and Steph Christensen of Eden, UT at 5:02:20. Racers as young as 14 and a few in the over 75 brackets also completed the grueling race.

While the fastest racers generally move through town early without pausing for long if at all (generally to grab the gel packs that were the first items to be depleted), most of the racers make a pitstop for calories, hydration, and equipment checks.

During the morning, several tire repairs, inflations, and adjustments were made. Hundreds of bagels, snacks, uncrustables, deli trays, and other amenities were consumed, alongside cans of soda, energy water, energy drinks,

and bottles of pickle juice (useful for regaining electrolytes) were also consumed. Large water coolers for refilling water bottles were on hand and restocked throughout the morning. Staff were also on hand to provide minor first aid and apply sunscreen as needed.

As the racers moved in and out of the stopover, a constant refrain of gratitude could be heard of the general buzz. “Thanks for everything!...I always love making it to Malad!... Thank you guys for all your help!” were common phrases as the morning wore on. The more leisurely racers (though the term should be taken with a grain of salt given the race’s hundred mile course) who appeared toward the end of the morning were especially grateful for the accommodations. “Not being with the main pack is nice,” one woman said. “It’s great not having it be so crowded…at least, that’s what I always tell myself,” she laughed.

“You guys do all the hard work,” one racer said on his way out.

“I don’t know about that,” Kathy Hubbard said, watching the racer pull back out into the sun. Many of the leftover materials are taken to the hospital for the patients and staff. As with each year, the volunteers seem to have a nice day out in the sun providing a valuable and much-needed service to an important charitable cause.

BIRTHDAY

Ilean G. Corbridge

Ilean G. Corbridge recently celebrated her 95th birthday at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Annette and Tad Morley, in Draper, Utah. Several friends and family attended the celebration where they viewed a family history video honoring her remarkable life.

Ilean was born June 18, 1928, in their home at Red Rock, Idaho, to Thomas and Ida Griffiths. She was married to Lon W. Corbridge who passed away March 29, 2008. They have seven daughters: Janet Skinner (Andrew), Karen Hinckley (Martin), Debbie, Cherie Lee (Philip), Annette Morley (Tad), Kathy Walton (David), and Mary Simkins (Mitch). She has 124 grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

Ilean G. Corbridge

Rick Griffiths officially re-tires

As he mentioned during an interview with the Enterprise recently, Rick Griffiths made it official at the end of the parade on Tuesday—he’s retiring from OK Tire to spend time travelling and spending time with his family.

After many decades on the job, Rick decided that he’d like to try his hand at relaxing a little bit, and getting out to see some of the world. Commitments to the tire shop have kept his ability to do much vacationing in check, and he’s excited to try his hand at it.

OK Tires will eventually transition into a sign shop at the same location, using a variety of methods to create signage for local businesses and through an internet storefront. His family will be taking over operations for the new store.

Rick himself will be on hand over the next few months to help with any lingering tire accounts and other concerns related to the store, but promises he isn’t secretly planning to come back to work.

ACCEPTING BIDS

The Oneida County Fair Board Is Accepting Bids

Any local organization is invited to bid for the following:

• Oneida Horse Races - Food Booth & Beer Booth, August 5,6 & 12,13, 2023

• Oneida County Fair Food Booth, August 14-19, 2023

All Food and Beer Booth bids will be a minimum of 40-60% or better. Anything less will not be accepted. Please submit bids for each event. Bids should be submitted by July 20, 2023 by 5:00 p.m. to: Oneida County Fair Board P.O. Box 13, Malad City, ID 83252

Any questions - call 766-4116 ext. 114 or 208-390-3601. The Fair Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

This weekend's benefit ride starts at the Hubcap at 11 a.m.

Kathy Hubbard restocks the energy water at the way station

Some of Rick’s grandkids try out the float after the parade

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Dear Editor, While attending a planning and zoning meeting on July 5th, one concern was almost universally shared by the attendees: water. Our aquifer is being depleted, requiring deeper wells. According to the latest census data, Oneida County has a total population of 4,514 citizens. 2,402 people live outside of the Malad City limits. If each citizen outside of city limits built a home and drilled a well that pumped 500 gallons per day, in one year they would use 438,365,000

Dear Editor Last week we celebrated our liberty and freedom with Independence Day.

How ironic the next day we held a public meeting where zoning changes and permissions were being sought after for “pursuit of happiness”, (property rights).

gallons of water (2,402 people x 500 gallons of water x 365 days). One well servicing a pivot on an alfalfa field with a mid-size pump (600 gallons per minute) in one summer will use about 86,400,000 gallons of water (600 gallons per minute x 60 minutes x 24 hours x 100 days). Just one pivot, and not the largest in the county, would use 20% of what EVERY person outside of city limits would use if pumping 500 gallons of water per day (86,400,000 gallons/438,365,000 gal-

Meeting

At a previous public meeting we were told we must have and pass a comprehensive zoning plan for the county, and that the variance process would be available for changes. If the P&Z commission and then county commissioners base their decision on a

Republican Caucus

SO NOW WE CAUCUS!

“Trust the People,” said Ronald Reagan. “We’re not a Democracy!” retorted the majority of Republicans recently gathered in Challis, Idaho, to decide how Idaho delegates to the Presidential Nominating Convention of 2024 will be chosen. Their answer: party caucuses.

Only once in the past 40 years have Idaho Republicans selected nominees through something other than a secure, state-run primary election. That exception was 2012, when party leaders voted to caucus in hopes of giving Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney an early boost. The gamble didn’t pay off and only one in 10 Idaho Republicans participated that year in selecting the presidential nominee.

Today nearly 575,000

Idaho voters affiliate with the Republican Party. If the 2012 experience holds true, fewer than 60,000 of them will take a few hours next year on Saturday, March 2, to attend a meeting listening to representatives of Trump, DeSantis, Scott, Haley and others before casting a vote. That participation is less than the lowest presidential primary turnout on record. And party officials in Challis had a choice. Of the 200 GOP leaders represented, only about 40 supported accepting a primary election on any date the state was willing to fund. The second Tuesday of March bond election, eliminated by property tax “relief” earlier this year, no longer gets state financing, but it was the only date the Central Committee majority would accept. That is what State Chair Dorothy Moon told leg-

lons = 19.7%). The math is clear that most water goes to agriculture, not residential properties. Our population has grown, as has the amount of homes and irrigated farmland. Both use more water, although the ratio is heavily in favor of water going to agriculture. As farming equipment has become more advanced, we have been able to farm more land. More land being farmed requires more water. Oneida County, less than 10 years ago, was the last county in the state to put a moratorium

perceived majority of either the yea’s or the nay’s they will have based their decision on mob rule.

Decisions should be based on correct principles. Correct principles come from God.

America was made great by its founding documents created by Godly men, ensuring that

islators back in April. And she read “her people” right.

The prevailing view in Challis was “now we have the reins of power, we must ride this pony hard!” Holding Idaho’s primary earlier in the election cycle “looks” powerful — it might draw attention from national candidates, investment by special interest groups, give “swagger” to Idaho within the Republican National Committee. But these benefits are doubtful.

“Idahoans will have more choices in March,” was a common assertion. What they mean is there is a greater chance to vote for candidates who won’t make it to the convention. Those are wasted votes.

“An Idaho win could boost the chances for a conservative.” Possible, but this is only because the presidential game in

on drilling wells for agriculture. We are barely beginning to feel the full impact of the most recently drilled wells. So where has the water gone? It has gone to unsustainable agriculture in a desert. We can blame the move-ins and the Californians all we want, but in our county, most of the aquifer is flowing out of the 200+ deep wells; not into bathtubs of city-slickers. Our values now need exploration. If we value looking at a green field rather than a housing development, a view I share,

the rights of the individual could not be abused by the will of the majority. The governing principles pertaining to the protection of life, liberty and property in those documents must be the basis of all decisions in the public realm. We should not use the force of government to do what we

February-March is about “defying expectations.”

The “talking heads” will give some contests outsized importance, while deeming others “not news.” An Idaho primary win by California’s Larry Elder could draw national attention. But a caucus win by Trump will be announced on election night and then never mentioned again.

“By May the nomination is usually sewn up and Idaho’s voice is irrelevant.” This is the flip side of the “more choices in March” argument.

In May, Idaho’s delegates will more likely come from the slate of the eventual nomination winner. If that nominee wins the presidency, having a whole slate of Idahoans who were the president’s delegates looks good for Idaho.

But 2024 may be an exception year. It may come down to “Trump vs. Not Trump.” The

MALAD CITY JULY 2023 NEWSLETTER

By now we have celebrated the 17th annual Malad Valley Welsh Festival and another unique Malad July 4 celebration. Thank you so much to all volunteers! These events could not be accomplished without you, and it makes it even more special that WE come together to make these memories.

Some observations and information:

1. Yes, we did have a good water year. However, we are not guaranteed a good water year for next year. We will continue to practice conservation habits in our water use so that we don’t forget and next year have to relearn what we have had to learn in the past several years. Outdoor watering is from 6:00 to 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. If you have automatic sprinklers, you can water during the night, but please set your sprinklers so that you are watering reasonable hours.

2. South Main Street

is a four-lane road. The two outer lanes are turn lanes, and the two inner lanes are through lanes. For example, if you are turning into Thomas Market as you are driving south, pull into the outer lane to turn into the parking lot, then you do not slow down through traffic. Yes, we know we need to restripe South Main. That item will be on the agenda for July!

3. For complaints or observations regarding city maintenance of parks (the splash pad not working), cemetery, roads, sewer or water lines under the direction of the Public Works Department, you can contact the Malad City Superintendent, Tyler Webster, directly. His telephone number is 816-344-4494. We have a good crew of Malad High School youths who are helping the five-man regular crew this summer. They all work hard and try to do a good job, but sometimes something is missed or mistakes are made. If you

have questions about why something is not being done the way you think it should, give Tyler a call!

4. Be aware of speed limit signs for upper North Main Street. It seems that drivers are coming south down the

we must accept what that means: that keeping land agricultural is not “winning”, nor is putting land into residential “losing”. As Thomas Sowell said, “There are no solutions, only trade-offs.” We value farmland more than residential. By valuing farmland and valuing the expansion of irrigated farmland, we are required to deal with the tradeoff that the aquifer will deplete because of the massive amount of water, relative to residential housing, required by agriculture in an arid climate.

as an individual have no right to do. The first plank of the Communist Manifesto is the abolition of private property. This can be done by the government taking over all the property or controlling all the property.

Do we embrace the principles found in our nation’s founding docu-

“not Trump” alternative will shake out after several early races. Who goes to the convention with a majority of delegates may only be decided late, when heavily Republican states like Indiana, Kentucky and Nebraska vote in May. An Idaho vote in that mix becomes very relevant.

The proposal advanced by the Idaho GOP in Challis is problematic. For one, it must pass muster with the Republican National Committee who will want to prevent repeating the disaster of the 2020 Iowa Caucuses. Those caucuses occurred on Feb. 3, with results finally known on Feb. 29.

The RNC will want to know if Idaho’s rural counties have indoor meeting space to accommodate at least 10 percent of Republican voters. Franklin County, for example, must find

The best fix is another trade off. Our consumerist culture needs to be traded for sustainability. We may have to decide we do not need the new truck or to irrigate every available piece of land we own in order to pay for the toys. We can make the changes now, voluntarily, to live a sustainable lifestyle, or drought and nature will force the changes on us.

Respectfully,

Justin Firth

ments that were designed to protect life, liberty and pursuit of happiness or do we embrace those found in the communist manifesto? Let us each ponder this question. Liberty and Justice for ALL.

Larry Oja

a venue to hold at least 700 people, and new laws and ecclesiastical policies make schools and most churches unavailable.

In Challis no one cared about these problems. Early contests attract attention and power. And that was all-important.

So, Idaho Republicans, now we caucus. Trent Clark of Soda Springs has worked within the Republican Party for 40 years and has served in the leadership of Idaho business, politics, workforce and humanities education.

hill from the old highway onto 100 West and do not realize how fast they are driving. There are young children who live on upper North Main, where you turn at the “Y” from 100 West to North Main Street. Please be aware of this and slow down. The

speed limit from 400 North 100 West to 600 North 100 West is 20 miles per hour.

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LOOKING BACK

5 YEARS AGO

(2018)

Sharon Harris named City Volunteer of the year. Mayor Joan Hawkins said, "Sharon is a busy person. Besides being a wife of a farmer, she freely volunteers in a variety of activities in Malad City and Oneida County. Sharon is always optimistic and cheerful. When named as City Volunteer of the year she said, "The journey is fun. You just as well laugh anyway, or you will just cry!"

Wildfire breaks out in Two Mile Canyon. The fire grew quickly from 40 acres to 146 acres and only 50% contained. BLM determined that the fire was human caused.

There were no structures or evacuation required. The Sheriff gave high praise to our local Malad Volunteer Fire Department who fought the fire until EIIFC was called out.

The 14U All-Star Softball team competed in their first softball tournament of the season in Bear Lake. Those playing in the tournament included Kanice Miller, Maggie Willie, Rayleigh Barnes, Izzy Haycock, Beth McClain, Leveah Strength, Makayla Driessen, Riley Williams, Kylee Kirkbride, and Carra Madsen.

10 YEARS AGO

(2013)

There were three nominations for the Malad Volunteer of the Year for 2013 and there was a three-way tie in the voting results; and so, Malad has three honored as Volunteers of the Year for 2013 – Lloyd Hubbard, Reed Smith and Eric Madsen.

A very funny melodrama, “The Saga of Sagebrush Sal” was held July 4, 5 and 6 at the Iron Door Playhouse. Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise were cast members Paige Robbins, Montana Thompson, Cassie Johnson, Gavin Price, J.D. Atkinson, Dallin Atkinson, Sierra McClain, Rex Robbins, Jeff Richins, Wesley Peterson, Mark Alder, Sara Christiansen, Irene Alder, Amber Ward, Kade Price, Brooks Bowman, Hayden Peterson, Carson McClain and Kathryn Atkinson.

15 YEARS AGO

(2008)

Over 60 parade entries wound their way through Malad’s downtown on July 4 in celebration of our Nation’s birthday. The theme for the 2008 parade honored “Hometown Heroes”.

Martin Pope was named the Teacher of the Year by the Malad Masonic Lodge #51. He was presented the award by John Lynch and Herb Peterson.

During the Idaho FFA State Leadership Conference, Kathy Evans was presented with her State Farmer Degree.

The Malad High School chapter of the FFA selected their officers for the 2008-2009 school year. Serving as president next year will be Kathy Evans. Blake Jenkins will be the vice president with RainyRose Proctor as secretary.

Shanlynn Briggs will be the group’s treasurer. reporter will be Page Daniels. Elsie Thomas will be the group’s Historian with Kelly Daniels serving as sentinel. Devin Skidmore will be the Parliamentarian and Tallen Boyer will serve as a district officer and be the Honorary Vice President.

25 YEARS AGO (1998)

The winner of the All Terrain Vehicle raffled off by the Malad City Camber of Commerce was announced right before the beginning of the Fireworks display at Harding Field. Winning ticket number 611 belonging to Randy Hall.

A new strip mall is in the works for the City of Malad. Construction has begun on the new building on 50 South.

The dean’s list for the 1998 spring semester has been announced and Jodie A. Couch and Vance L. Hill are included on the list in Computer Software Engineering Technology.

Teacher Debbie Horsley is pictured in The Idaho Enterprise with members of the John V. Evans family to witness the dedication of the monument honoring him. The monument stands at the corner of Main and Bannock street in front of the Evans Co-op Building.

35 YEARS AGO (1988)

Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise is the Deep Creek Reservoir after it was shut off July 3rd. Only a small pool of water remains behind the dam’s face. It’s grim evidence of the drought conditions that pervade Malad Valley and Oneida County for the second year in a row.

Traffic on Bannock Street has been detoured for the good share of a week as crews have worked long hours trying to get city water lines connected into the Spring Creek Well. Residents have been without water for their lawns and gardens since Deep Creek

Reservoir was shut down July 3.

Tara Esplin, Camille Hawkes and Melissa Ward had no idea what excitement awaited them when in March they began work on a group presentation for the Idaho History Fair. Their efforts won them a state honor and the privilege to compete in the National History Fair at the University of Maryland. The Washington, D.C. visitors from Malad are picture in The Idaho Enterprise in the White House Gardens with Congressman Richard Stallings. Also pictured is Nola Thomas. Not pictured is Helen Ward who is taking the photo.

45 YEARS AGO

(1978)

Little Michelle Edwards has to grow just a little before fitting the saddle she won during the Trails End CowBelle’s annual saddle raffle at the Oneida County Rodeo Saturday evening. President Evelyn Harrison made the presentation. Maybe with a little ‘wheeling and dealing’, Michelle can work a trade with daddy Tim or grandpa Gene Edwards for a slightly smaller model.

T. D. Jones is retiring as executive vice president and director of First Bank and Trust of Idaho. Mr. Jones announced his decision at a meeting of FB&T directors Friday afternoon.

“We’ve planned a bargain packed weekend,” says Dennis Thomas, new owner of Stan’s IGA market in anticipation of his grand opening celebration. The grand opening will be held this Thursday, Friday and Saturday with special bargains offered in every department.

55 YEARS AGO

(1968)

Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise and performing at the Oneida County Night Rodeo, July 12-13 will be the Oneida County Junior Posse directed by Mrs. Alice Edwards.

Shown above, are Alfred Hargrave, Chuck Larsen, David Williams, Kelly Davis, David Jones, Vicki Servoss, Jody Jones, Nancy Smith, Peggy Smith, Becky Crowther, Alice Jones, Linda Servoss, Diane Jenkins, Alice Alder, Debbie Hix and Mrs. Edwards. Absent when the picture was taken were Julie Jones, JoDel Leavitt, Lori Willie and Kristine Jones.

During the weekend, seven Oneida rodeo performers turned in winning times in various events. Julie Blaidsell, Oneida County Rodeo Queen, placed first in barrel racing at Plymouth on the Fourth. Alice Edwards took second place and Suzanne Harrison, third. David Edwards won day-money there and also won two gorounds in calf roping at Lewiston, Utah. Vern Bastian won a trophy for best average time in bell roping and Grant Weeks took third place day-money. Mrs. Terry Morby (Paula Deschamps) placed first in barrel racing at Tooele and second at Morgan.

60 YEARS AGO (1963)

Seeking a plant facilities fund to improve conditions of the Malad school system, the Oneida school Board has scheduled a special tax-levy election on July 30th. If approved by two-thirds of the school patrols voting, the special five-mill levy set for a period of five years will raise a total of approximately $125,000.

Mrs. Boyd Thomas was hostess when she entertained 27 guests Friday at the Thomas home in honor of her daughter, Lucille, who was marking her eleventh birthday anniversary. Birthday cake and favor were featured and games and al

luncheon were enjoyed.

Fire almost completely destroyed the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Thomas Saturday night. Walls remained standing but the interior and furnishings were badly burned, smoke or water damage. The blaze ignited in the attic of the home from exposed wiring.

70 YEARS AGO

(1953)

Under the auspices of the Malad Chamber of Commerce, a donkey softball game is scheduled at the Malad Ball Park, Monday, July 13th.

Sherman Pierce is in charge of arrangements and states that members of the Malad Lions Club and Chamber of Commerce will form the two teams but most of the competition is expected between the donkeys and players of both teams.

The Oneida County 1953-fund drive for cancer control brought in $892.93, according to Mrs. Eunice Willie, county commander. The county’s quota was $650.00.

Dale L. Reese, Malad High School teacher, is doing graduate work at Utah State Agriculture College this summer. As a student at the USAC summer school he is working towards his Master of Arts degree in education.

75 YEARS AGO

(1948)

Reigning at Oneida County’s three-day celebration, which begins tonight will be Queen Norma Tovey and her two attendants, Katherine Morgan and Lorraine Jones.

A potato marketing agreement will be in force in Idaho as soon as the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture approves the recommendations of the 1948 Idaho committee for potato marketing or-

der No. 57, C.O. Youngstrom, assistant director of the University of Idaho, advised Idaho farmers this week.

The state military department is proceeding with the formulation of local selective service boards ending the receipt of further information on the peacetime draft.

85 YEARS AGO (1938)

Farmers are being urged by government officials to store as much grain as possible this year on their own farms. This will make it easy, they say to secure loans on their wheat.

Oneida County has 117 households receiving various forms of public assistance during May. Of the 592 lives lost in Idaho auto accidents during the past three and one-half years, ending June 30 three of them were in Oneida County. There was one fatal accident in 1935, one in 1936 and one in the first half of 1938.

95 YEARS AGO (1928)

School election for Independent District will be held in the school building next Tuesday afternoon. There are two to be elected and six have filed. Those filing up to noon today were Lawrence D. Jones, Seth Thomas, Thomas D. Evans, Jas. B. Jones William Henderson and D.J. Reynolds.

T. W. White and Lubin Jones are the two champion fishermen of this section, in size of fish caught. T.W. claims to be the leader – but he ate his fish while Lubin’s was on ice where all could see it. Of course no one doubts Doc’s word, but, well, it is easier to believe a fish story when you have seen the fish!

OBITUARY SUBMISSION INFO

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45 YEARS AGO (1978) Little Michelle Edwards has to grow just a little before fitting the saddle she won during the Trails End CowBelle’s annual saddle raffle at the Oneida County Rodeo. President Evelyn Harrison made the presentation. Maybe with a little ‘wheeling and dealing’, Michelle can work a trade with daddy Tim or Grandpa Gene Edwards for a slightly smaller model.

15 YEARS AGO (2008) Leading the FFA program in 2008-2009 will be: (front. left to right) RainyRose Proctor, Paige Daniels, Shanlynn Briggs, Kathy Evans, (back) Devin Skidmore, Kelly Daniels, Tallen Boyer, and Blake Jenkins.

BIRTHDAYS

Jeff Bingham, July 14

Neal Moon, July 14

Noreen Park, July 14

Andrea Parry, July 14

Megan Stokes, July 14

Brooks Thorpe, July 14

Billy Vanderwoude, July 14

Brett Bingham, July 15

Erica Giles, July 15

Paige Gunter, July 15

Jordan Keller, July 15

Lisa Lewis, July 15

Jeffrey Smith, July 15

Kirk Smith, July 15

Bryan VanBebber, July 15

Eric Leavitt, July 16

Georgia Andrus, July 17

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ANNOUNCEMENTS, MALAD

AA/NA MEETINGS. Tuesday and Thursday at 8:00 p.m., Saturday,

NEWS OF RECORD

ONEIDA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Damian Svoboda, Concord, speeding $33.50, costs $59.50

Hope Marie Williams, Garland speeding $33.50, costs $56.50

Korden Farrell Wray, Blackfoot, speeding $33.50, costs $56.50 MALAD CITY

Landon Kyle Anderson, Hyrum, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

THANK YOU

We would like to thank the City of Malad, Mayor Hawkins, and City Council for choosing us to be the Grand Marshalls for the 4th of

NOTICES

Lola Bott, July 17

Misty Hansen, July 17

Misty Mata, July 17

BreeAnn Sanford, July 17

Boyd Stokes, July 17

Racquel Udy, July 17

Logan Hess, July 18

Ceylon Reeder, July 18

LaRee Sperry, July 18

Angela Avery, July 19

Jordon McClellan, July 19

Edward Williams, July 19

J.J. Thomas, July 19

Gene Caldwell, July 20

Ron Eliason, July 20

Charles Watkins, July 20

Grandparents Only

Not recommended for parents or kids

By Gramma Dot

Jonah and Thelma.

Anyone that has been around for 50 years knows I’m thinking of the Evanses. Jonah was the local plumber and Thelma was his trusty wife who had a mink stole. They were friend Debby’s grandparents, so I knew them well.

er saw it again and the toilet ran like a charm.

Jonah knew his business!

Deb’s Grandma

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

ANNOUNCEMENTS, MALAD ALANON - We are only a phone call away. For information on meetings, call 208-220-5295 or 208-2519808. (1-52)

Mauro R Nava Escobedo, Clearfield, speeding $33.50, costs $56.50 IDAHO STATE POLICE

Marcus Cody Alves, Federal Heights, speeding, $98.50, costs $56.50

Christian Garcia, Carrollton, speeding, $98.50, costs $56.50

David, Hernandez Ceja, Wenatchee, speeding $33.50, costs $56.50

July Parade 2023. We appreciate all they do for the community of Malad and Oneida County. We appreciate all your hard work and will remember

this for the rest of our lives.

Joe and Euarda Daniels

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. #5512_T2-7-6-13-23

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

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. #5511_T2-7-6-13-23

PROPOSED NOTICE OF SALE OTICE OF SALE OF STRAY

Pursuant to Title 25, Chapter 23, Idaho Code, the Deputy Brand Inspector is holding one black cow and calf.

Found on Malad Summit.

Brand on cow 3M left hip. No brand on calf Upon proof of ownership animals may be claimed by contacting Josh Paskett, 208-766-3152, and paying expenses incurred. Otherwise the said animal will be sold at public auction.

Jonah came to the rescue at our house once. Mom, aka Grandma Red, used to tend kids and that meant washing out diapers in the toilet. It was what everyone did before Huggies. One day, a diaper got away from her and washed right down the hole. She immediately called Jonah to come “fix” her problem. She thought she had plugged up everything. This was back in the “one-bathroom-per-house days,” so no one was allowed to use the toilet until Jonah got things running smoothly. It was tense. A house full of kids and only one toilet which happened to be plugged. Jonah asked if mom could see any of the diaper. “Not even a corner,” was her reply.

“Well, just give it another flush and you should be fine,” he replied with a laugh. Mom was skeptical, but she did as directed. Sure enough, that diaper must have gone all the way to the sewer ponds because we nev-

Thelma was a practical woman even if she had a mink stole. She used to write to Deb when we were in college. Her letters were newsy, and she never wasted ink on punctuation. She always started with a capital letter and ended with a period. That’s the whole letter, one continuous sentence that kept us up to date on what was happening in Malad, and we all know a lot happens in Malad!

Her practicality was evident long before her letters started arriving. According to Deb, the family story that has lasted through the years involved Thelma as a young mother. Her mother-in-law had given her a yeast start right after Thelma and Jonah were married, along with strict instructions to not let the yeast die. It had to be kept at the proper temperature winter and summer. That meant lowering it into the well at times to keep those yeast cells multiplying. Yeast required a lot of care in those days. One year, when they were moving from the farm back into town for the winter, they were loading up and Thelma knew she had to carry the yeast start. However, there

was a baby that needed holding as well. When they piled in the car, Thelma gently put the baby on the floorboards while she held the yeast with the explanation, “If anything happens the baby will heal. We can’t lose the yeast.” Thelma’s children were all a lively crew, and life was never dull if an Evans was around. So, here’s to the Good Life and practical parents who knew when to flush, when to protect the yeast and when to put the child on the floor! Those are some important skills.

Curlew Senior Citizens' Menu

Every Meal Served with Juice/Milk/Coffee

July 18 - Chicken

Fajita Bowl, Veggies, Fruit, Rice, Dessert, Milk/Juice

July 20 – Ham, Cheesy

Potatoes, Veggies, Fruit, Muffins, Dessert, Juice/ Milk

Malad Senior Citizens’ Menu

Every meal served with Juice/Milk/Coffee

July 14 – Chicken

Sandwiches, Coleslaw, Applesauce, Dessert

July 19 – Tater Tot Casserole, Beets, Pears, Rolls, Dessert

Malad DRIVE-IN

HELP WANTED

Daytime cook

Daytime carhop

Night time cook (15 and over)

Night time carhop (15 and over)

Dedicated cleaning and light maintenance

Flexible schedules for high school students for athletes and school events.

Starting wage

Car hop 7.35 per hour

Cook $12 per hour

Public Hearings held over new zoning requests

Last week, the county Planning and Zoning Commission held two public hearings regarding rezoning applications for two properties near the St. John area.

The county has been in the process of developing, modifying, and implementing its new development code for a number of months, and this set of hearings represents the first major indicators of how that code will affect development moving forward in the county. Previous to the new code, all areas of the county were considered multi-use, and required specific approval of the types of development that would occur on them. Under the new code, several populated areas (Malad City, Samaria, Holbrook, the Summit, Pleasantview) have been designated residential, and some areas south of town have been designated Industrial. The remainder of the county is presumed to be Agricultural be default. Agriculturally zoned land has a density requirement of one home per 40 acres. A new designation, Rural Residential, allows for the development of plots as small as 5 acres.

In the first public hearing, Ben Naylor’s request for a Rural Residential rezone for a piece of property to allow for the construction of a home on 5 acres, as well as a church building on 9 acres. The purpose of the hearing was to discuss the rezone itself, and not a building permit for the either the home or the church.

The second public hearing concerned a request for rezoning by Allen Nielson, who wishes to construct a subdivision on what is currently Agriculturally zoned land. Once again, the purpose of the hearing was not the approval of the subdivision itself, but rather the rezoning of the land to allow for the eventual proposal of the subdivision for future construction.

Development has been a hot-button issue in the county over the last several years. The increasing number of housing units being constructed in both the city and the county, while not numerically large relative to other counties in Idaho seeing large growth (Ada and Bonneville counties, for instance), does represent a significant change in Oneida county, which has seen relatively static population numbers for decades. Many of those moving into the county are seeking “a rural lifestyle” outside of Utah or states further to the West, which has resulted in a certain amount of tension between those desires and the desires of many who currently live in the county to retain the current rural aesthetic as it has had for generations.

While the hearings themselves were focused on the rezoning petitions, rather than the direct implications on longterm growth and planning, it was clear that many in attendance

felt that this set of decisions was likely to carry the weight of setting a precedent for future decisions to come from the county with regard to the types of developments that might be sought in the future.

Because both petitions were essentially tied to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the Kingdom of God church, the commissioners were careful to explain that the Planning and Zoning decisions were connected to issues of development, and not to any attitudes about the religious affiliations of the groups connected to the rezone requests. Nonetheless, issues of religion still found their way into the discussion in a number of ways throughout the long night.

The hearings began at 6:00 p.m. and finally wrapped up a little before midnight. Due to the nature of public hearings and the large amount of interest from all sides in the topic, those who wanted to make their voices heard were allowed to do so. Presentations from the petitioners, as well as question and answer periods also added to the volume of material discussed over the course of the night.

Both hearings were divided into segments during which those in favor of the requests were heard from, followed by those with neutral comments, and then those opposed to the rezoning.

Of the over 125 people in attendance, the majority of them chose to speak, with a large number of both supporters and opponents.

Although the two requests were not for the same property or type of development, many of the concerns were shared by both sides between the two hearings. Those in the audience in favor of the rezone spoke a number of times about how the addition of a church building would be a boon to their community, as the closest church house for their faith is over two hours away. Many also expressed a desire to use the church building as an activity center for their youth.

Petitioner Ben Naylor made the case that the land on which the residence and church would be built was not prime agricultural land, and this would allow the land to be improved and beautified beyond what it currently is. The church would provide a central location for members of his faith, and serve a number of community functions.

According to Naylor, the residence would be out of the way, and not create a serious drain on water or other infrastructure.

Those who identified themselves as neutral parties primarily spoke about the need to honor land rights, and allow those with a desire to develop their land as they see fit to do so. Speakers from this perspective stressed that both religious freedom and

property rights should be paramount in making this decision.

Those who spoke against the rezone raised a number of issues, beginning with the potential for future expansion into other agricultural land. The issue of how increased traffic in the area to the church would affect the area was also raised. Several speakers noted that the construction of the stake center in St. John had demonstrated that a church had the potential to radically change the dynamics of a once rural area into something else. Traffic on Sundays has been reported to be heavy in the area, and to occasionally lead to dangerous situations as a result.

It was noted by several speakers that one of the express purposes of the development code was to preserve agricultural land and shield it from development when possible. Many of those speakers made the case that this rezone would do the opposite.

The first hearing ended at roughly 8:14, and after a short break, the second hearing was initiated.

To begin the second hearing, Planning and Zoning Administrator Rhonda Neal presented an overview of the request from Allen Nielson of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the Kingdom of God to rezone 120 acres at 3950 N. 3900 West from Agricultural to Rural Residential in order to facilitate the eventual application for the development of 20 5-acre lots in a horseshoe shaped subdivision on the property. Once again, the hearing was exclusively linked to the rezoning request. A tentative plan for the development was submitted, but its approval was not within the scope of the hearing. Before the subdivision can be approved the rezone would need to be approved, and a number of steps, including further water studies, would have to be completed.

The Nielsons asked the commission members to proclaim that they were approaching the zoning issue without any religious bias, which they did. They then overviewed the development project, and how it would fit into the surrounding area and the community.

Allen Nielson explained that he had had a water study conducted by Full Circle GeoScience which seemed to indicate that the water table in the area was sufficient to support a twenty home development. He also stated that a neighborhood meeting of those with property within 600 feet of the borders of the development (required for a subdivision) had determined that light pollution was one of the concerns of the neighbors. He explained his plan to minimize light pollution, and the Nielsons read from a proposed code of ethics which would be signed by those who purchased homes in the develop-

ment. It is noted here that throughout the public hearing, several members of the side opposed to the development disagreed with Nielsen’s characterization of the neighborhood meeting.

Those is favor of the development spoke again about their desire to find a home in the community and be centrally located near a church building. Additionally, many supporters mentioned that they were interested in securing land and housing for their younger generations, who were not in a position to build elsewhere or preferred the rural environment of Oneida County.

Three primary areas of concern were raised by those in opposition to the development: water resources, the potential for the development to open a precedent within the county for development of agricultural land, and the exclusivity of the lot sales.

As has been the case with almost every new development in the county over the last few years, water concerns dominated the discussion. Anecdotally, many speakers recounted how their wells near the area had either been significantly drawn down in recent years or required redrilling to reach water. The results of the water study conducted on behalf of Nielsen by Full Circle were considered unlikely to be accurate by many who spoke.

Nielson argued that culinary water wells would take less water than agricultural pivots, though those in opposition argued both that ag pivots do not run on a yearlong basis and could not be dug in any case given the current moratorium on agricultural wells. The Nielsons suggested that they would install water meters and devise a system for monitoring them, though those spe-

cifics were not part of the present hearing.

A number of supporters suggested that they were planning to conduct small scale homestead style farms on the properties, which would contribute to the rural aesthetic. Those in opposition claimed that culinary water would be insufficient to do so.

Other than the scarcity of water, the refrain of those opposed to the development was essentially that regardless of who was developing the area it would signal to other developers that the county was open to increased residential development, or, as many directly stated “it would be opening the floodgates.” The idea, reiterated many times, was that allowing for the rezoning to a development would make it difficult to deny the next petitioner a similar request.

As this would inevitably transform agricultural land to residential land, it would slowly erode the rural aesthetic and the available ag land in the county in a way that many rural counties have been affected over the past several decades. Many speakers had anecdotal accounts of having moved from small towns and rural areas which had undergone such expansion in the past in order to escape it, and they were fearful of having that history repeat itself here.

Another item that became a sticking point was the intention of the Nielsons to offer the lots to their own church members first, and then if necessary open them up to the public at the same price. No timeframe was given for how long this exclusivity would be in place, though 5-10 years for everything to be put into place was mentioned as a possible window.

Many speakers in opposition interpreted this to mean that the lots would be held until they were

filled by church members, though Nielson indicated that if the lots were not sold by a certain point they would need to be offered publicly to recoup development costs.

The question of whether children would be entering the school district was raised, though it seemed that many of the potential residents would pursue homeschooling. Home school is still within the district for tax and record-keeping purposes.

The question of whether the development would represent a tax-exempt entity was also raised. As a development, once the lots are sold there is no tax exemption which can be applied to it, and normal property taxes are collected.

A plan to donate roads related to the development to the county was discussed, though those specifics again fell outside the purview of the discussion.

The Nielsons and Ben Naylor expressed gratitude to the community for attending the meeting and engaging with the process, and reiterated that they believe this was a good example of how the process of public policy-making should be undertaken in America. Many people representing both sides of the question stayed in the building until after midnight, engaging in what appeared to be cordial conversation.

The Planning and Zoning Commission tabled the decisions about the two rezoning requests until July 19, during which time they will study the public comments, the development code, and other information before publicly making an official decision. As the first major test of the new code, the decision is seen as a critical proof of concept by many of those in attendance.

Members of the Planning and Zoning Commission open the public hearings for two rezones

Ben Naylor addresses the Commission about his rezone request

The Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, July 10.

Bruce Hubbard— Weed Issues

Bruce Hubbard approached the commission to discuss the increasing presence of henbane weeds, which he says are beginning to encroach into the county from Forest Service/ BLM land. Hubbard suggests that the county has lost ten years on the fight against noxious weeds. According to Hubbard, the BLM has not been responsive to weed control on their property. It was clarified that the county has rights under an agreement with both entities to spray weeds on federal land. Hubbard agreed to meet with the county’s weed control department to help locate the areas which were in need of intervention. County weed control acknowledged that henbane has become a countywide problem, as well as Scotch Thistle.

The commissioners plan to meet with Hubbard to discuss the drafting of a letter of concern to the BLM.

Hubbard also spoke to the commission about a section of road that he believes is dangerous. The road has two pastures which are not fenced. Several of the cattle guards are reported to be in disrepair. The sheriff suggested that six or seven cattle have been killed on the road. Hubbard felt that fencing along the road, provided by the cattlemen, would be necessary to prevent the dangerous driving conditions on the road, as well as the loss of cattle due to car accidents. Currently, the area is governed under an open range policy. The issue has been discussed in the past, with the result that there are flashing lights in the area to alert drivers of livestock on the road.

Contract Modification for Counseling Service

County agrees to agree to payment for employees for up to 100 sessions total for the county under the current contract.

County Elective on SRS

The county is required to determine the percentage for distributing the funds for rural schools between the school and the roads. $96,300 are available from the state. The division would be 70% to county roads and 30% for schools under Title I. Another alternative would give funds a percentage for special projects on federal lands under Title II. A motion to approve the funds according to Title I was passed.

Commercial Building Inspection Fees

The county’s agreement with Richard Bigelow for commercial inspections was discussed. Pending further infor-

mation, the topic was tabled until next neeting.

Sheriff Sheriff Jones spoke to the commission about two Dodge pickups that need transmission repairs. Bids came back for both rebuilds and new transmissions. The trucks, which are both 2017s, will need to last the county at least five or so more years. The sheriff explained that the police packages and heavy use on the vehicles can commonly lead to transmission problems, although he did find it unusual that all vehicles were from the same year. New transmissions for the vehicles will cost just over ten thousand dollars each, with a substantial warranty. There are no budget lines left in the sheriff’s budget for repairs. The commission felt that the somewhat minimal difference between the repair and new costs for the transmission meant that purchasing new transmissions was a better longterm plan. A third truck is also in need of potential repairs fairly soon. The commission opted to move forward with replacing the transmissions of the two in the most immediate need and waiting until fall for the third.

A motion to accept the two bids for $10,283 each for two new transmissions was passed. A motion to take the funds from the one-time expense fund was made, if possible, was passed. If the funding source is not deemed appropriate, the funds will be taken from the contingency fund.

Coroner’s Budget

A discussion of the budget for the coroner’s office, exclusive of salary, was had. Brad Horsley serves as Oneida County’s coroner. Horsley is also a mortician in the county, which causes some overlap between services in the county. Chairman Lewis planned to meet with Horsley to further discuss the details of the duties involved in the position.

Swimming Pool

Heather Howe from the pool spoke to the commission about the pool’s budget. Supplies and cleaning, utilities, electricity have all been requested for similar levels to this year. A number of repairs, including

fixing a leak in the pool itself, have been made this summer, which has resulted in an increase to the budget for this year, though it is not believed that the expense will be recurring. The pool has applied for a grant to pay for new stalls at the facility for just over $3000. The commission expressed their appreciation to the pool staff for the recreation they provide, especially to the youth of the county.

Ambulance District

Shane Howard representing the ambulance district reported that the number of ambulance runs has increased in the last couple of years, and the anticipation is for another 400+ run year. Most of the budget items for the ambulance district are fairly close to previous years, including office supplies, food, and reimbursements. Public relations outlay has increased. This year the district has supported two scholarships and made a donation to the pool. Fuel for heating has increased a bit with the cost of propane. Tires have also increased in cost, resulting in a higher budget in that area. Phone costs have been defrayed by ATC. The commission recommended increasing the tire budget even further to account for potential emergencies. Repairs on vehicles were not seen as a large likely upcoming cost. Continuing Education costs are one of the larger budget outlays, though it was down a bit last year. CE is required for EMTs and Advanced EMTs to keep their training current. $210,000 or so was reported to have been received in grants this year, including a new ambulance which should be in place by the end of the 2023 budget year. The capital building line was requested to be increased from $20K to $28K, in order to repair and improve the facilities in Holbrook. This would involve new flooring, new plumbing, electrical, and other improvements. The commission suggested that the maintenance line might be more suitable.

Airport Budget

Mike Hess, Jr. and Roxanne Albretson spoke to the commission representing the airport board. The weather system purchased last year is currently being installed. Future

expansion of hookups to the well on site will be attached to the well currently connected to the airport lounge. The sealcoat project which was fully funded has officially been completed. A grant for new hangar development and a security fence is predicted to be fully grant funded in the near future. Some additional expenses, including a brush mower, will likely need to come out of the budget. Clarification about the extent to which the grants will be funded will be available toward the end of the summer. Weed control was added as a separate line item which was not used in the last two years due to construction at the site. The potential to make jet fuel available for sale at the airport as a commercial service was discussed. The margin on fuel sales was seen as a potential good source of revenue. Through a combination of grants and in-kind work, the airport board reports that the airport has recently completed projects valued at almost two and a half million dollars. Traffic through the airport is reported to be up significantly, and

the Life Flight access to Oneida County in less inclement weather has also been massively upgraded. According to the board, the state has taken a serious interest in the appearance and viability of Malad’s airport.

Fair Board/Fairgrounds

Ken Moss, Jr. spoke to the commission about the budget for the fairgrounds and fair board. $800 travel/meal budget increased for next year to account for fuel/food cost increases. Utilities/ fuel for heating (propane for cook shack) had also increased with rises in those sectors of the economy. Diesel for vehicles $2000. Repairs/ maintenance for heavy equipment (mostly the water truck). Repairs to building fixtures (stalls, bleachers, buildings, painting). Advertising $7000. The extension office has taken over $1900 for some of the fair premiums, clearing up a duplicated line item in the budget. The Queen Contest was budgeted for $2500. Misc $5000. Entertainment $20K. The commissioners asked for specifics about what entertainment the FB plans to use. The FB explained that they have been able to contract a hypnotist, motocross, scales and tails, kids entertainment,

etc., but were not able to afford a musical act. The FB guessed that ticket sales brought in roughly $14K in revenue. The commissioners were skeptical about increasing the budget any further for next year (noting that the budget had been increased around $6000 from last year) without a clearer view of a return on the county’s investment.

Ken Moss, Jr. asked the commissioners what plans they had for the property recently purchased near the school. The property was purchased with the long term intention of creating an indoor arena. At present, there are no specific plans in the pipeline to create plans or begin development of the property. The creation of a committee to begin planning work was discussed. Saving a portion of the upcoming years’ worth of PILT payments for the specific project was discussed. Support from local organizations who might be willing to contribute money or inkind work on the project was deemed to be contingent on a design plan before the project would be able to move forward.

The next commissioners meeting will be moved from July 24 to July 26 at 9:00 a.m., as two of the commissioners will not be available for the originally scheduled date.

Waddle On Over Samaria Days 2023

July 21 (Friday) 7 -11 p.m.

Samaria Centennial Park

All Day – Blue Goose Open

7 p.m. Doug’s Burger Shack opens

7:30 p.m. Queen Contest – (ages 12-18)

Text Courtney 208-226-6274 for information

8:30 p.m. Fireside Gathering & S’mores

Dusk -Movie in the Park

July 22 (Saturday) 7 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Samaria Centennial Park

All Day – Blue Goose Open

6:30 a.m. Blue Goose Chase Sign up

7 a.m. Flag Raising Ceremony

7:05 a.m. Blue Goose Chase 1mile, 5k, 10k walk/run $10

Text Alaina 208-860-4599 for info & early registration link

7:30-9:00 a.m. Community Pancake Breakfast By Donation

Traditional Bake Sale throughout the morning

9:15 a.m. Parade begins, line up begins at 8:20 a.m., judging 8:30 a.m.

Contact Addie Wldron 208-538-3476 or Andrew

Waldron 208-269-8715 to sign up

10:00 a.m. Frontier Auction

Donations welcome call Kevin at 801-430-5785

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Water Games, Children’s Games 11:00 a.m.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME!!!

Mike Hess, Jr. and Roxanne Albretson speak to the Commissioners about the Airport budget

A number of new trees were recently planted at the Event Center

Malad’s Got Talent

Malad’s Got Talent has been one of the highlights of the Fourth of July events for years. The competition is divided up into two divisions—the 12 and under, and the 13 and over— and awards a first, second, and third place in each of the divisions.

This year, a combination of singing, dancing, musicianship, skills, and talents were on display.

Ne’Cole and Bobby Tracy, proprietors of the White Robin event venue, were the emcees of the event.

The Finals of Malad’s Got Talent were held in the evening on Tuesday to a full house of those ready to cheer on their favorites. The under 12 category began with a performance by “Fun Size Dance Party,” featuring Jersyn Shulz and Seth Huckaby performing a lip synch skit in the form of little people against a black backdrop. The next, very young, performers were Avie Langston and Colton Batelaan, who had performed the “Baby Shark Dance” the night before trying out some additional material. Lexi Crowther then performed a choreographed dance number, after which Temperance Garrett sang a Taylor Swift rendition. Briggs

Ketchall played an onstage keyboard/piano.

Joseph Angell showed off his bullwhipping skills, ending with a

comic jump roping session. Kyson and Lexie Price then demonstrated a number of flips and tricks under the title of “Gym Parkour”.

In the 13 and up category, Jeremy and Holly Shepherd performed the musical standard “Anything You Can Do (I can Do Better)” as a duet, followed by a solo vocal performance from Natalie Webster. Singer/ guitarist Lindsay Robinson performed George Strait for the crowd as the sun began to set, followed by a vocal and piano performance by Sadie Angell. The Webster Sisters ended the performance with a song and dance version of “The Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy of Company B.”

After the judges had tabulated their votes, the 12 and under winners were the following: 3rd place ($50) to Temperance Garrett, 2nd place ($75) to Joseph Angell, and 1st place ($100) to Jersyn Shulz and Seth Huckaby. The winners were also given giftbags and certificates from CWC and Bammas.

In the 13 and up category, 3rd place ($100) was awarded to Sadie Angell, 2nd place ($200) to the Webster Sisters, and 1st place ($300) to Lindsay Robinson. All of the finalists joined the emcees on stage for a last hurrah to the audience.

This year's 13 and up winner Lindsay Robinson

Second place finishers the Webster Sisters

Third place winner Sadie Angell

First place 12 and under Fun Size

Dance Party

Second place Joseph Angell displays his bullwhip skills

Third place Temperance Garrett

The two youngest competitors showed a lot of heart

The 12 and under finalists gathered on stage with the emcees

Yearly melodrama takes on “The Veggie Villain”

As a part of the city’s Fourth of July celebration, the Theatre Guild once again performed a traditional melodrama during the weekend of the holiday. This year’s entry, “The Veggie Villain” brought a hissable villain and cheerable hero to the proceedings, as well as the standard number of groan-worthy puns.

The tradition of the melodrama dates back at least to the nineteenth century in the history of Western entertainment, and encourages the interaction of the audience to loudly cheer on

the heroes and heroines and boo the villains and henchmen.

The “Veggie Villain” involves the scheming connivery of a typical moustache-twirler in the form of the no-good Artie Choke (played by Kris White) and his more nuanced henchman Barry Smelly (Connor Worrell) who overhear a conversation between dimple-cheeked heroine Mary Nated (Kaleigh Worrell) and her aunt Ida Wanna (Shannon Worrell). Mary has recently inherited the “largest herd of cattle in Texas” and moved into town to

BRAIN TEASERS

take over the ranch.

As she enters town, she is welcomed to the Tee Bone, a restaurant featuring exclusively steak. It just so happens that Mary Nated is a vegetarian, and makes other lunch plans as the town's locals Val Veeta (Sara Young), Mabel Syrup (Nicole White), Liz Onnia (Jaylyn Green), watch the event unfold between Mary and her crew, Patty Melt (Jade Charles), and Peppy Roni (Alison Jeppsen).

During the early scenes in the play, the audience is also introduced to our hero Chuck

Roast (Steve Atkinson) and his companion Cole Kutz (Alex White).

Artie Choke develops a plan to woo the out of sorts Mary Nated by taking over the restaurant through sabotaging the meal of regional food critic Bernadette Down (also played by Jade Charles). After the implication that the review will ruin the restaurant, Ima D. Cook (Ada Campbell) agrees to sell the property cheap to Artie Choke, who converts it into a vegetarian café in the hopes of catching the attention of Mary Nated.

Chuck Roast is lured out of the picture by Choke’s nefarious girlfriend Lily Livered (Anneleise Atkinson) who calls in a false alarm out of the state.

As events progress, Choke is forced to force Mary Nated’s hand by kidnapping her aunt, and from there, shenanigans aplenty ensue.

Suffice it to say, by the time the play is over the characters are re-sorted, and both the good and the bad get what’s coming to them. Our hero and heroine end up together, and everything falls into place.

The play, written by Craig Sodaro, was produced by arrangement with the Pioneer Drama Service, Inc in Englewood, Colorado. Jeff Richins directed the play, and Laurie Richins engineered the light and sound for the event.

The crowd for the Tuesday production of the play was energetic and a provided a large amount of fanfare for the proceedings.

The Guild will be holding auditions for its fall play “The Music Man” starting soon.

The heroes and villains of this year’s play on stage together

One of several faints experienced during “The Veggie Villain”

SWIM LESSONS Session One

The first summer session of swimming lessons was held at LeGrande Agua Plunge last week. The session was scheduled to run from Monday, June 5 through Thursday, June 15. The pool had 142 students enrolled in this session.

Level one swimmers were: Luke Clark, Lydia Clark, Lula Mott, Tyne Foster, Jett Thorpe, Gabe Hoffman, Blaize Eliason, Haize Nimer, Isabella Thomas, Mila Clark, Colt Eliason, Conner Winward, Brielle Ward, Deagan Scott, Jane Bell, Kalista

Winward, Porter Snow, Amber Evans, Chloe Smith, Kortney Price, Brittney Baker, Mitchell Hornacker, Evelyn Hess, Desmond Atkinson, William Black, Owen

Allen, Mccray Petro, Karissa Nimer, Addy Smith, Clair Hornecker, Brianna Williams, Gracie Cuttler, Heidi Firth, Maisey Firth, Hayes

Session 2

Level 1: Charlotte Werk, Cason, Gabriel Hoffman, Conner Winward, Lylia Nelson, Kalista Winward, Nathan Fonnesbeck, Daniel Fonnesbeck, Lexie Smith, Thatcher Nielsen, Kolt Adams, Grady Steed, Navy Beutler, Quinn Larsen, Charlotte Carter, Emmett Williams, John Thomas, Andy Sorensen, Lettie Carter, McCoy Maughan, Beau Adams, Mitchell Hornecker, Saoirse Fesler, Lucy Clark, Samuel Arias,

Eliason, Avery Eliason, Riverlyn Schow, Briggs Barnes, Nicholas Waldron, Ethan Lundburg, and Pheonyl Barthlome. Level two swim-

mers: Scarlett Smith, Lilly Jones, Anthony Hoffman, Alec Thorpe, Charlie Blackner, Lincoln Latham, Saske Hackmaster, Niles Mott, Mckayla Thorpe, Daisy Hawkes, Ridge Wise, Mason Chabries, Weston Evans, Eli Beck, Sage Cox, Rebecca Evans, Ruthie

Angell, Adi Clark, Will Johnson, Tanzi Eliason, Brookell Nimer, Brigg

Hanks, Victoria Anderson, Grayson Rounds, Jane Kendrick, Kaycee

Maloy, Camiella Anderson, Corbin Smith, Hyram Jenkins, Keslan Williams, Aiden Ostrom, Kyana Neal, Vivian Atkinson, Howdy

Kendrick, Wade Eliason, Jordyn Horsley, Pheobe

Firth, Abby Smith, June Estep, Link Anderson,

Trinity Hodgkins, Emersyn Wise, Julie Clark, Kiya Crowther, Rhett Coleman, Claire Hornecker, Rhett Vales, Vera Reel, Micah Crowther, Fenn Sweeten, Stratton McClellan, Lily Clark, Riggs Davis, Phoenix Bartholame, Ada Firth, Reyn Robbins, Tucker Curtis, Mason Ihler, Quinn Vanbebber, Chipper Jones, Chloe Daniels, Krissa Nimer

Level 2: Mason Chabries, Jeremiah Nielsen, Josiah Nielsen, Kathy Nielsen, Galilee Niel-

Sully Alder, Kempton Daniels, Porter Allen, Sam Tooke, Trig Thomas, Caleb Smith, Colten Severe, and Poncho Hannam.

Swimmers participating in level three: Cam Coleman, Lydia Hatch, Levi Hatch, Elijah Napier, Zach Palmer, Dax Nimer, Aiden Chabries, Ashlynn Stuart, Makelle Clark, Kallie Nimer, Maylie Hanks, Coleson Price, Paxten Price, Elle Evanson, Maggie Schow, Jersyn Shulz, Kira Ostrom, Jackson Maloy, Liam Atkinson, Annie Alder, Dempsey Firth, Rustin Jones, Ryker Jones, and Parker Lundburg.

Level four swimmers: Kayman Nimer, Tayli Hacmeister, Nathan Hacmeister, Ruby Colman, Ruxin Smith, Taggart Smith, Brinlee Hatch, Hannah Anderson, Draven Wise, Kinsley Neal, Hadlee Evanson, Statlin Williams,

sen, Wynn Werk, Kimber Phillips, Mollie Smith, Porter Allen, Willow McHargue, Kollins Beutler, Ellie Bedwell, Gannon Steed, Kearney Bedwell, Kate Hubbard, Gatlin Steed, Savannah Larsen, Zayne Toraya, Declan Williams, Vivian Atkinson, Jospeh Thomas, Kellen McHargue, Harper Maughan, Daniel Arias, Emmett McClellan, Ridge Wise, Lyla Crowther, Calob Smith, Tucker Velasco, Whitney Roe, Samuel Tooke, Brigg Daniels, Gunner

Fourth of July Fun Run

As a part of the fourth of July festivities, a Fun Run was sponsored by the Distinguished Young Women’s contest. Doz-

ens of participants ran a 1 mile, 5K, and 10K course. The results are listed below.

Rhyse Anderson, Mason Eliason, Paige Eliason, and Kennedy Hannam.

Level five and six swimmers include: Jacob Pickett, Andrew Pickett, Ellie Angell, Joseph Angell, Jason Jones, Nora Talbot, Navy Toone, Kallen Price, Luke

Clark, Riggins Sweeten, Hunter Clark, Brinkley Sweeten, Tristan Hodgkin, Raelee Daniels, Cache Lake, Lucy Lake, Eden Ihler, Brantley Daniels, Thad Naylor, Paisley Firth, Jackson Miller, JoJo Jones, Aiden Ostrem, Tate Curtis.

Level 3: Lafe Huckaby, Anthony Hoffman, Tanner Bennett, Ellie Waldron, Avery Daniels, Preslie Ball, Lucy Bird, Bubba Williams, Grace Toraya, Dax Beutler, Brooke Hubbard, Maddox McHargue, Baylor

Schow, Anke Dickerson, Cheznie Hannam, Harper Daniels, and Blakley Horsley.

The LeGrande Agua Plunge will be continuing swimming lessons throughout the rest of the summer. Session two recently started on

Adams, Daxon McHargue, Rgnhild Fesler, Mahayla Crowther, Zack Palmer, Lyla Reel, Dixon Reel, Piper Reel, Abby Smith, Jack Coleman, Haize Davis, Adi Daniels, Kallie Nimer, Kira Ostrem, Dekker Davis, Kalin, Olivia Briscoe, Draylyn Jones, Dawson Miller.

Level 4: Elijah Napier, Luke Allen, Aiden Chabries, Jenna Blaisdell, Devon Ball, Sawyer Beutler, Gage Steed, Liam Atkinson, Draven Wise, Eva Coleman,

Monday, June 19 and will continue until June 29. There are also many other activities offered including: lap swim, free swim, water aerobics, and reserving the pool for events.

Devin Ball, Thatcher Sweeten, Riggin Reeder, Navy Keetch, McCall Summers, Bastin Miller, Jett Miller, Kaymin Nimer, Gracie Nelson.

Level 5-6: Tayli Hackmeister, Seth Huckaby, Kaycee Phillips, Kyler Evans, Paige Nielson, Tavanie Steed, Presley McHargue, Maisey Bird, Wheeler Smith, Ava Fesler, Franklin Fesler, Brittin Venable, Kall Vanbebber, Zoey Jones, Cannon Davis, Zack Brisco, Nalan Brisco.

The winners of the 1 mile race were Halie Palmer, Tyler Reel, and Karstin Burton

5K winners were Ezra Hubbard, Elias Nalder, and Sam Olsen

Winners of the 10K were Jeremy Palmer, Preston Kent and James M.

Dozens of kids made their way through this summer's swimming lesson sessions at LaGrande

Brothers of Steel helped cool down the crowd from their float

Baseball State Champs riding through town