The Idaho Enterprise | July 17, 2025

Idaho

Thomas Electric 75th Anniversary

icon Thomas Electric and Furniture held a 75th anniversary party at the store on Saturday, which saw a huge crowd show up to join the family as it paid honor to the more than seven decades of great service in the Malad valley. Long before the event officially started, a steady stream of family members and well-wishers made their way downtown to show their appreciation for a store that is well and truly a Malad landmark.

Thomas Electric and Furniture sits on the site of the R.T. Owens Mercantile building, which opened in 1889. As a plaque recently installed through the efforts of the Oneida Pioneer Museum explains, the “original building was replaced with the brick building in 1909 and was one of the first in Oneida County to have steam and electric lights. In 1917, the building was sold to the Oneida Farmers Union and later housed a grocery store and the Oneida County Library.” The building also housed the telephone office and apartments in its time. In 1968 Gerald Thomas, the great-nephew of R.T. Owens, bought the building and opened the business that is still on site today, owned and operated by the Thomas family.

According to Larry, the building still uses coal, and there is still steam heat. “We have a boiler, and my dad thinks thought radiators were the original ones for the building, because they’re ancient!”

The building is about 3200 square feet, and as family members began cleaning out some of the less often visited areas of the structure, they found themselves discovering all kinds of things that made their way out onto the sidewalk to become part of an ad hoc display.

One of the pieces was what Larry believes was the original cash register. “It’s got those buttons where you can put in like two dollars and twenty cents, and it’s heavy as heck, so

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Active Shooter Drill Planned for August 7 at MHS

You may have noticed signs around town talking about an event planned for early August. While it might sound alarming, the Active Shooter Training Exercise is designed to help prepare all the county’s organizations and groups that will need to respond to such an emergency should it ever occur. The Sheriffs Office, School District, Oneida County Ambulance, Search and Rescue, Oneida County Officials, and Nell J Redfield Memorial Hospital are the most directly involved entities, but such a critical incident will involve the support of many others. The better prepared all parties can be, the quicker the response time will be, the less chance of miscommunication and mistakes, and more adroit the reaction. While Malad might not seem like a place where any such thing could happen, an analysis of a year’s worth of school shooting incidents shows that the size of the town does not have any direct correlation on the likelihood of an incident occurring.

In fact, a proportional majority of gun deaths take place in suburban and rural areas, partly as the result of suicide by firearm being included in the numbers. Another important factor is that security protocols tend to be less rigid in smaller areas, and the agencies involved have less experience dealing with the threats or incidents. For Malad, training is an important way to improve the response capabilities of local agencies.

However, those agencies are very clear that they do not want to panic members of the public, or create a dangerous situation in an attempt to prevent one, and have asked the word to be spread to the community.

The drill will take place on August 7, and the Sheriff’s Office and emergency management officials want to make sure that people know that there will be intense activity at the High School on that day, but that it will be a controlled exercise that does not present any actual danger or threat to the community. In fact,

the only real potential for problems comes in the form of panicked reaction, which is why the word is being aggressively put out into the public. Make sure to inform your neighbors and friends, as the more the town is prepared for it, the smoother the operation will go.

In many ways, these exercises function like stress tests to determine where, if anywhere, there are weaknesses in the incident response networks. For instance, problems with communication networks or chains of command might emerge that had not been anticipated. The test allows authorities a way to discover any problems of that sort when the stakes are significantly lower than they would be in a live incident.

It is also the case that many of the individuals involved in the response, while used to trauma in various forms, may not have any direct experience with the emotional and intellectual impact of a purposeful, active shooter in a school setting.

NEWS IN BRIEF

Bannock County pair accused of stealing over $5,000 in lottery tickets

Two former employees of the Hitt the Road convenience store in Arimo, Idaho, Jimmy Albert Welton (54) and Dwana Faye Campbell (44) are accused of stealing between $5,000 and $8,000 in lottery tickets on separate occasions. Campbell allegedly admitted to the theft and had initially agreed to repay the stolen amount in $300 monthly payments. The store owner later contacted police after suspecting she might flee to Texas without paying. She has been charged with grand theft and faces up to 14 years in prison and $5,000 in fines. Welton denied wrongdoing but was reportedly caught on video scratching and scanning tickets without paying. The Lottery Commission’s findings contradicted his claim that he paid at the end of his shifts. He faces one count of grand theft and four counts of illegally obtaining lottery tickets, with potential penalties of up to 34 years in prison and $105,000 in fines. Court Dates: Campbell’s sentencing: July 15 at 9:30 a.m. Welton’s preliminary hearing: July 16 at 2:15 p.m. Both are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Travis Decker Manhunt Update: Search Faces New Setback

The search for fugitive Travis Decker in Idaho’s Sawtooth National Forest has ended after authorities confirmed that a man sighted in the area was not Decker. The search began following a tip from a family who saw someone resembling Decker near Bear Creek. After interviewing the man on July 10, authorities determined he was not the fugitive. Decker, a former U.S. Army soldier, is wanted in connection with the deaths of his three young daughters—Paityn (9), Evelyn (8), and Olivia (5)—whose bodies were discovered on June 2 at a Washington state campground. He has been on the run since. Decker’s whereabouts remain unknown. Authorities have no confirmed evidence he is alive. A $20,000 reward is being offered for information leading to his capture. Decker is wanted on three counts of first-degree murder and three counts of kidnapping following the deaths of his daughters—Paityn (9), Evelyn (8), and Olivia (5)— whose bodies were found on June 2 at a campground in Washington. Survival Skills: A former U.S. Army soldier, Decker has extensive survival training and has previously lived off-grid for extended periods. Mental Health: Decker has a history of mental health issues, including diagnoses of PTSD and borderline personality disorder. Public Advisory: Anyone with information is urged to contact the U.S. Marshals Service at 1-800-WANTED2 or submit tips anonymously at usmarshals. gov/tips . The public is urged to not approach Decker. The investigation remains active, with law enforcement agencies continuing to pursue leads across multiple states.

Members of the Thomas family on hand at Saturday’s 75th. The shop is one of the cornerstones of Malad City’s downtown.

Larry Thomas shows off a still working 1942 Maytag washer.

Local

Volunteers visit city to beautify trees

Last week, Malad City arborist Trevor Robbins was given an assist by around 44 young men from Utah who showed up to help distribute 15 cubes of compressed mulch for application on the trees around the walking path at the City Park. Since each cube represents the amount of mulch in about 71 bags, the group was looking at potentially more than a thousand bags of mulch in one morning. While not all of the cover was completed, more than ten of the high density cubes from Ihler were done by afternoon.

Robbins had been notified through the city that a young men’s group from the West Haven stake in North Ogden would be camping up at the summit near Dave Colton’s property at Al Kap’s. Colton communicated with the city, who directed him to Robbins, who was delighted for the help.

“It’s not so much spreading the mulch, it’s getting into usable shape from these large cubes that would save me a lot of time,” Robbins said.

The cubes were distributed on pallets around the walking path, primarily in the area near the pickleball courts. Throughout the morning and into the afternoon, organizer Casey Chipp and the accompanying leaders worked with Robbins to add layers of mulch to the trees that surrounded the park.

“I put on mulch earlier in the year,” Robbins said, “but it compresses down, and you need to get it the right depth to do what it needs to.” According to Robbins, who is contracted by the city to care for the trees around the park and elsewhere in town, the mulch needs to be between 3 and 4 inches deep to perform correctly.

Mulch performs the following functions for the trees: it creates a barrier to prevent mechanical blight from

lawnmowers and weedeaters, it slowly breaks down to release nutrients and create new soil, it moderates the soil temperature, it maintains moisture leaves more consistently, and it can deter weed and grass growth near the tree.

As the morning got underway, Robbins also ran into resident Rex Lippold. Lippold had started oaks as seedlings several years ago, and was interested in transplanting them to the park. The trees are now upwards of ten feet tall, which would make them a very valuable addition to the park’s inventory of trees.

Lippold’s interest is something that Robbins was excited to hear. Not only were the trees from local seeds, which makes them ideally suited for the environment, but Lippold’s initiative is a sign of what might be possible within the community. “This is what I’m hoping to change the mindset into. The more people can be involved in the community the better. These are their trees. Their resources,” Robbins said.

There have been reports in recent City Council meetings about vandalism of trees at the park, along with the typical “boys will be boys” vandalism encountered at the park. Based on what the damage looked like, Robbins thinks that someone may have been hacking at trees with a hatchet.

“Even a small tree can cost hundreds of dollars,” Robbins noted. “I’d like people to take ownership of what’s here.”

Community members like Lippold are a good counterpoint—residents who not only value the trees in the city, but want to make sure they prosper and thrive.

The fact that helping out with the mulch was on the radar of Dave Colton and others is another positive sign of

helpful attitudes about the local landscape ecology in Malad.

“I really want to thank you all for coming out to help,” Robbins said to the group as they prepared to start hailing bark.

“We’re

for a way to serve like

did. We’re happy to help!”

Hess Lumber celebrates 90 years!

Hess Lumber recently held a fun and festive celebration to mark 90 years of service as the company enters its tenth decade. The anniversary served not only as a reflection on past accomplishments but also as a launchpad for future growth and con-

tinued community involvement.

The event featured free food from the Hungry Heifer, ice cream from the Frozen Cow, and drinks from Bamma’s. Attendees also enjoyed giveaways, live music, and great company.

We congratulate Hess Lumber on this impressive milestone and thank them for hosting such a generous and memorable event for the community.

Mulch was put down on the trees near the pickleball court and elsewhere.

Some of the 44 helpers from the Ogden area.

glad would could,” Carson Malan from the West Haven stake said. “We were up camping, and we were looking

the savior

Rex Lippold speaks with arborist Trevor Robbins at City Park.

A compressed cube of mulch, with 71 bags worth of material inside.

Food, games, and dunking were all part of the celebration.

Hess Lumber has been a proud part of the Malad business community for 90 years!

The event was a great time, and the praise for Hess is well deserved!

Ronda, Jared and Doug Crowther, with a hammer signifying Jared’s 46 years of the 90 (more than half!)

Thomas Electric

we never used it, but it’s pretty cool,” Thomas laughs.

“That washer over there,” he continued, pointing to a Maytag brand top loader, “my dad took it in as trade maybe forty years ago. The other day we plugged it in and wouldn’t you know, it still works? It’s from 1942.”

A display case of logos of brands that have been sold by the store over the years was also on display, as well as service manuals, product displays and more. The amount of history on site in just a portion of the city block is staggering, to say nothing of what lies inside. For many of the city’s residents, Thomas Electric is the only thing that has been at that location in living memory. For those with a few more years under their belts, it has still undoubtedly become as visually entrenched a part of town as just about anywhere else you might think of.

In addition to the store and the number of people it has affected through its products are the people that have been supported by it, including Larry himself. Dozens of family members— many of whom are still involved with the store, and most of whom have at least spent some time working for it— spent the afternoon meeting, greeting, and taking in the amazing thought of seven and a half decades in Malad. In many ways, the celebration was a great demonstration of why Thomas Electric is such a well-loved store. Comments from people in person tended to emphasize the personal nature of the service provided at the location, and comments from those not able to make it (or who moved away from Malad long ago) reiterated the same point. There’s just something friendly and warm about shopping with the people at Thomas Electric and Furniture.

“My dad started in 1950 doing electrical contracting. My grandpa Roy was the head miller up at what was called Crowther’s mill, and my dad worked for him. My folks got married in 1945, and he wanted to do something more than work for the mill so he decided to become an electrical contractor,” Larry Thomas explained.

You would probably not be shocked to hear that among the items he came across while looking through business materials was his father’s original electrical license, from March 1950.

“Thomas Electric was just the contractor service in 1950, but in a March 5, 1959 Enterprise I found an article celebrating the first store anniversary.” The store’s first physical location was “right where the gym is now.”

As the plaque indicated, the current building became the home of Thomas Electric in 1968. (The grocery store that was in the location up through 68 moved across the street next to Allen Drug.) “My mother was working for another business in town, and she decided to just become the storekeeper here. She stayed here and stuck it out, and she had heard through the grapevine that her former employer kind of hoped that she would ‘t make it so she would come back and work for him! I don’t know if that’s true or not, but it could be, who knows?”

Larry is the youngest of the family, so according to him, the store was “basically a second home.” With his parents working for the store and keeping those hours, he spent a lot of time on the site he still does today.

Electrical work has been a part of the family ever since 1950, with Randy Thomas remaining a contractor until about 10 years ago, and Thomas Electric still bearing the family name proudly.

Bratwurst and ice cream was just one of the treats, as a display of objects hinting at the history of the business and the presence of those who have worked to make Thomas Electric what it is were the real desserts of the afternoon.

Larry and Wendy Thomas are synonymous with Malad, not just in conjunction with the store, but with many parts of the city—4-H, City Council, Bus Driving, church callings, and too many organizations and volunteer efforts to list. It’s tempting to say that the city of Malad doesn’t know what a good thing it has, but the fact it that it seems like it does know. And this Saturday, it showed up to say thanks.

This guy is celebrating his 80th Birthday!

Send a card or come visit Owen on Sunday or Monday, July 20 or 21, to wish him a Happy Birthday!

Before the event even started there were dozens of people outside saying thank you to Thomas Electric.

Outside the shop, a number of historical items found inside were displayed.

RMP Grant used to purchase freezers for hospital

The Rocky Mountain Power Foundation awarded a $5000 grant to the Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital for the purpose of purchasing a new freezer/refrigerator for the Hospital kitchen. The grant was matched by funds from the Hospital Foundation allowing two new units to be installed.

Steve Leichty, Regional Business Manager for Rocky Mountain Power, originally came to Malad on Wednesday, March 26, to present the check to Hospital Chief Executive Officer John Williams, Community Relations Manager Kathy Hubbard, and Nutritional Services Manager Jessi Harms.

As explained in the grant application, the need for new freezer/refrigerator units is urgent as the current 30+-year-old freezer/refrigerator has rusted shelves and defrosts automatically, making it necessary for the kitchen staff to constantly monitor the temperature of all foods to

ensure safety and to mop up water on the kitchen floor. The kitchen staff is excited about having space to store more foods in modern, safe, temperature-controlled appliances.

The Rocky Mountain Power Foundation is part of the PacifiCorp Foundation, one of the largest utility-endowed foundations in the United States. The foundation was created by PacifiCorp, an energy company that serves over 2 million customers across a diverse six-state region as Rocky Mountain Power (Utah, Wyoming and Idaho) and Pacific Power (Oregon, Washington and California). The foundation’s mission, through charitable investments, is to support the growth and vitality of the communities served by Rocky Mountain Power and Pacific Power. Since it started in 1988, the foundation has awarded more than $60 million to nonprofit organizations.

From Sunrise to Sunset: Building Mental Wellness into Daily Life

NICOLE DANIELS, LCPC & TYLER COOK, LMSW

Here in Malad, most of us don’t sit still for long. Between early mornings, long days, and everything that needs doing, it’s easy to put mental health on the back burner. But the truth is, your mental wellness shows up in everyday things: like how you sleep, how you talk to your family, and how you handle stress.

Mental health doesn’t need to be one more thing on your to-do list. It can be woven right into your daily routine.

Morning – Start Slow (Even

Just for a Minute):

Take a breath before jumping into chores. Step outside. Pray. Stretch. Something small to set the tone.

Midday – Check in with Your Body:

Have you had water? Real food? Are your shoulders up around your ears? Stress often shows up physically; listen to what your body’s telling you.

Evening – Wind Down:

Everyday – Don’t Go It Alone: Whether it’s a neighbor, your spouse, or someone at work, connection matters. Talking helps, even if you’re not “in a crisis.”

Here at Valley View Counseling, we understand the rural way of life because we live it too. Mental health doesn’t have to be fancy or complicated. It just needs to be part of the day. From sunrise to sunset, you’re already doing hard things. Let’s make mental wellness one of them. Need someone to talk to? We’re here. Valley View Counseling (208) 609-3010 valleyviewcounseling.co

Take a few minutes at the end of the day to pause. Reflect, talk to someone, write something down, or just breathe. Let your brain and body know the day is done.

Coloring our World with Reading: Oneida County Library’s Summer Program Breaks Records

The Oneida County Library’s Summer Reading Program wrapped up another successful season, setting a new record for participation and reading hours that left the community buzzing with pride!

This year’s theme, “Color Our World,” brought together 302 young readers over the course of six vibrant weeks filled with stories, creativity, and connection. Together, participants logged a staggering 7,230 hours of reading — the most ever recorded in the program’s history.

Each week, children gathered at the park to listen to stories read aloud and acted out, followed by a wide variety of hands-on art activities designed to spark imagination and reinforce a love of learning. Projects included rock painting, collages, nature art, chalk art, and mosaics — all tying into the colorful theme that encouraged kids to explore the world through books and creativity.

“We love putting on this program every year! This year’s program was one of the most successful we’ve had,” said Jeni Sperry, the new Library Directory and Laura deJong, the new Assistant Library Director. “Seeing so many of our own community’s kids and parents gather together to read and be creative is great!. We love the kids in our community and hope to help them love reading. Hopefully the library can be a place where they can come to read, play, explore, and be creative.”

Unlike previous years, this summer featured weekly prize giveaways, giving children something exciting to look forward to each time they participated in an activity. These fun incentives helped keep engagement high and rewarded consistent involvement. Some of the prizes included donated lunch boxes donated by the Oneida Crisis Center and 3D printed dragons by Brayden Wood.

The library wouldn’t be able to provide this program and these experiences for the families in our community without the help of grants and donations. We would like to thank the Bistline Grant for $5000 we received through the Idaho Community Foundation (ICF), Scottish Rite Masons of Idaho through the Idaho Commission for Libraries (ICfL) for the free books to give away, Malad City for letting us use the park and stage every Tuesday and the splash pad for our party, Oneida Crisis Center for their donation of Lunch Boxes, Brayden Wood

Victory Baptist Church

for the 3D printed dragons, Schreiber Food for the cheese at our party, West Liberty Food for the lunch meat at out party, The Martindales for endlessly providing train rides at our party, and Mini Madness for the mini horse cart rides!

“Our staff is amazing at preparing for these weekly events and activities and they deserve a huge thank you,” said Laura and Jeni. “They develop, create, organize, set up, clean up. They always go above and beyond!”

The program was more than just books and prizes — it was a celebration of imagination, learning, and community. As the Oneida County Library staff look ahead to next summer, they hope to build on this year’s

success and continue inspiring young minds to read, create, and explore. Even though the library may be a little quieter, our Adult Summer Reading program is still ongoing. That program closes on August 31st. For more information, you can check our social media accounts or website. Also, look for our new STEM trailer around town. It will be at the fair along with a few other partners. Our preschool story hour for 0-5 year olds will resume in September along with a couple of open STEM days a month at the library. We are excited to move forward to provide a place of learning, creativity, and exploration! The library isn’t just full of books anymore!

NJRMH Nutritional Services Manager Jessi Harms

Summer Reading program winners for 2025.

Grandparents Only

Not recommended for parents or kids...

By Gramma Dot

Life has been crazy the last couple weeks with Welsh Festival and July 4th. I have been pressed for time and the “Grandparents Only” article had not been written. Microsoft Word has a new feature called Co-Pilot, and I wondered just what it could do. I typed in a short description of Hadley, who is a shopper, and Elle, who loves to tumble, and asked Co-Pilot to write an article ending with “It’s a Good Life.” Ha! I got a compare and contrast article titled “The Dynamic Duo” that was rich in adjectives and alliteration but didn’t sound a bit like me and there was no reference to a Good Life at the end. Co-Pilot is designed to use artificial intelligence to help generate whatever it is you want to write. Just glancing over the brief instructions, I gathered it could create anything from an interview guide to a vacation shopping list or even a witty blog post. I’m sure I don’t understand the potential of AI, but right now all I see is the dumbing down of the human brain. My brain needs exercise and writing a short description and pushing a button doesn’t strengthen my cognitive function.

I went back and looked over the AI-generated article that failed to incorporate “It’s A Good Life.”

There was a little widget at the end of the article which I clicked, and

a text box came up asking me what I wanted Co-Pilot (AI) to draft. I typed in something like, “Finish this article with a summary of Hadley and Elle’s strengths and end with ‘It’s a Good Life’.” Here is what I got:

“Though their passions pull them in different directions—one toward the ever-shifting catwalks of fashion, the other into gravity-defying flips and tumbles—Hadley and Elle always find themselves back together, sharing laughter that fills up the spaces between their worlds. It’s this blend of glitter and grit, of style and strength, that makes their sisterhood so extraordinary. Whether they’re celebrating a new pair of boots or a newly mastered handstand, these two know how to cheer each other on, inspire each other, and make even ordinary days feel truly grand. When you’ve got a duo like this, every moment sparkles just a little brighter—and without a doubt it is a good life.”

Well, first of all, I’m not sure “every moment sparkles.” They are human not computer-generated robots. They don’t always cheer each other on and honestly most days are ordinary, but those ordinary days do make for a Good Life! One thing I did notice, AI couldn’t generate “The Good Life” the first time around, it needed additional instruction. Maybe we can all relate to that!

ON THIS DAY

1861 US Congress authorized paper money

1867 First US dental school, Harvard School of Dental Medicine, established

1937 Elmer Fudd (originally Egghead), Warner Bros. cartoon character created by Tex Avery and Chuck Jones (Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies series), first debut as Egghead in “Egghead Rides Again”

1954 Construction of Disneyland commences in Anaheim, California

1955 Arco Idaho, becomes first US city lit by nuclear power

1955 Disneyland televises its grand opening in Anaheim, California

1959 Paleoanthropologist Mary Leakey discovers partial skull of a new species of early human ances-

Curlew Senior Citizens’ Menu

Every meal served with Juice/ Milk/Coffee & Salad Bar

July 17 - Taco Salad, Veggies, Fruit, Dessert, Milk/ Juice

July 22 - Chicken Malibu, Veggies, Fruit/Bread, Dessert, Milk/ Juice

tor, Zinjanthropus boisei or ‘Zing” (now called Paranthropus boisei) lived in Africa almost 2 million years ago

1968 The Beatles’ animated film “Yellow Submarine” premieres in London

1975 NASA’s Apollo 18 and Soviet Soyuz 19 make first US/USSR linkup in space

1984 US passes National Minimum Drinking Age Act, prohibiting under 21’s from buying or possessing alcohol as a condition of receiving federal highway funds

1995 Forbes Magazine announces Bill Gates is the richest man in the world with a net worth of $12.9 billion dollars

BIRTHDAYS

Jayde Evans, July 18

Logan Hess, July 18

Ceylon Reeder, July 18

LaRee Sperry, July 18

Angela Avery, July 19

Jordon McClellan, July 19

Mattie Semrad, July 19

Edward Williams, July 19

J.J. Thomas, July 19

Gene Caldwell, July 20

Ron Eliason, July 20

Charles Watkins, July 20

Dotty Evanson, July 21

Kristine Jones, July 21

Owen Ward, July 21

Blake Wise, July 21

Shaun Albretsen, July 22

Barbara Crowther, July 22

Joseph Cory Daniels, July 22

David L. Evans, July 22

MAIELI’S THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE – Neck or Whiplash Issues or for just a great massage. Call Maieli Murray (626) 337 - 0772 (1-52)

ANNOUNCEMENTS, MALAD

ALANON - We are only a phone call away. For information on meetings, call 208-220-5295 or 208251-9808. (1-52)

Sharon Harris, July 22

Bree Lynn Price, July 22

Nicole Thomas, July 22

Emily Allen, July 23

Chalece Higley, July 23

Kris Howard, July 23

Carol Jones, July 23

Mylene Jones, July 23

Jeff Stevens, July 23

Wendy Sandberg, July 23

Ruth Evans, July 24

Blake Love, July 24

Kent Scott, July 24

Kellie Ward, July 24

If you would like to add yourself, your kids, loved one, friend or family member to our weekly birthday list, contact Sherrie at 208-766-4773 or email sherrie.w@idahoenterprise.com

NEWS OF RECORD

ONEIDA

COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Darrell William Clark, Malad, littering upon or alongside any public roadway, alley or easement, $150.00, costs $56.50; fail to maintain liability insurance, $75.00, costs $56.50

Collin Michael Larsen, Antelope, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Madelin Smith, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Lucas R Stokes, Pingree, person under 18 years fails to wear helmet while riding motorcycle or ATV, $10.50, costs $56.50

Ashley Williams, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

MALAD CITY

Kelly Hill, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Tracy L Marble, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Aj Smith, Santaquin, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

IDAHO STATE POLICE

Audrey Cathleen Hill, Cove, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Jasper J Lamouelle, Edmonton, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50

Zane M Merkley, Blackfoot, fail to use safety restraint, $10.00

Peter Schorsch, NA, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

IDAHO FISH AND GAME Trek Coburn, Garland, fish with bait where prohibited or in fly fishing waters with gear other than permitted, $72.00, costs $64.00

MAGISTRATE COURT

Preston Kent, Ogden, fish without license (not steelhead, sturgeon or bull trout), $26.00, costs $165.00 – Agency: IDF&G

Malad Milkers 4-H Dairy Goat Club

2018 Oldest evidence of bread, made from wild grains, discovered by archaeologists in 14,000 yearold dig in Black Desert, Jordon Today, July 11th, we had some demonstrations and watched how to trim a goats hoofs and made Ranch out of goats’ milk. Our next meeting will be on the 18th of July

Malad Senior Citizens’ Menu

Every meal served with Juice/ Milk/Coffee

July 18 - Grilled Hamburgers and hotdogs, Carrots and Celery Sticks, Pasta Salad, Fresh Fruit, Dessert

July 23 - Swiss Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Stewed Tomatoes, Rolls, Dessert

ANNOUNCEMENTS, MALAD AA/NA MEETINGS, Tuesday and Thursday at 8:00 p.m., Saturday, 7:00 p.m., Call: Rick M. 208-7663584; Gary B. 435-230-3734; Jack H. 208-830-7371; or Kirk S. 208241-2297; or AA Hotline 208-2351444. (1-52)

BRAIN TEASERS

LOOKING BACK

5 YEARS AGO (2020)

The Oneida County Events Center is coming along! Contractors are working feverishly to have the main room and public restrooms open for the Oneida County Fair, August 10 through 15.

On Friday and Saturday, July 10 and 11, cyclists that entered the 105mile Cache Gran Fondo once again stopped in Malad for a pit stop.

In Italian, Gran Fondo means “Big Ride”, and Gran Fondos are mass participation cycling events that have enjoyed huge popularity in Europe for decades. The Cache Gran Fondo is a race/ride through Cache Valley in northern Utah, cutting through Weston, Idaho, coming through Weston Canyon to Malad and then continuing and ending the ride back in Logan. Support stations are located along the way at Weston, Malad and Plymouth. Because of COVID-19, the race portion could not be offered for 2020, but participants could still do the ride.

The Malad High School Junior Prom 2020 was a few months delayed due to the onset of Covid-19, but the event was finally held on Saturday, July 11, with a new venue. Prom 2020 was held in the American Legion Building because it could not be held at Malad High School this year. Instead of promenading with their dates around the gym floor, this year’s promenade was held on North Main Street. the promenaders started at the intersection of North Main and Bannock Street and made their way north to the American Legion Building. Family and friends lined up along the street to cheer the group promenading on as they made the walk. There were no decorations, no theme, and no color scheme for this year’s prom. The event was held with lights, music, good food, drinks and kids having a good time, according to Prom Advisor Jennie McClain. There was a full-service soda and lemonade bar for dancers to stop at for a quick drink. There were also games being played throughout the night.

10 YEARS AGO (2015)

Improvements have been made in Malad! The heavily traveled Ward’s Corner was filled with potholes and was badly in need of repair. Where the potholes were, the pavement was ground up and those holes were filled with asphalt and then a new asphalt overlay was completed. This extended to the entrance of the Field of Dreams Subdivision.

On Main Street, the light poles were repainted by the Malad City summer help supervised by Tyrell Neal.

At the city cemetery, the Malad City Cemetery Committee is completing an ongoing project. Members of the cemetery committee drew up a plan for two entryway signs and planters into the cemetery from 300 East, surrounded by natural landscaping including rocks and native plants around the signs. The two stone signs have been completed, and the landscaping will be finished in the near future. A further project will be to cover the foundation of the stage with stone.

The winners of the Malad Valley Welsh Festival Coloring Contest were Megan Moss, age 2 for the 0- to 4-year-old group; Bella McCullough, age 6 for the 5 to 8 year-old group and Dylan Moss, age 9 for a the 9 to 12 year-old group.

The 2015-2016 Malad High School

Cheerleaders recently returned from Utah State University where they attended USA Cheer Camp. This year’s cheerleaders are Kaclen Hill, Sami Williams, Taber Paskett, Kallee Warren, Brenna Williams, Bree Daniels, Kelsey Owens, Haley Brown, Hailee Schwartz, Sadie Giles, Dayshia Harris, Abby Goddard, Rylee Cheney and Abby Timothy. 15 YEARS AGO (2010)

The Oneida School District has officially welcomed its new Superintendent of Schools. The changing of the guard occurred July 1 when David E. Risenmay took over the helm from former Superintendent Lynn Schow.

Dr. Shane Anderson will be coming on board the staff of Oneida County Hospital sometime during the first or second week of September. His specialty is Internal Medicine with an emphasis in Adult and Geriatrics Medicine. Anderson also specializes in Endoscopy.

Five from Malad were among 110 who were recognized with advanced degrees during the Idaho State University College of Technology graduation ceremony held July 8.

Julie Estep, Louise Hotchkiss and Brent R. Schow earned Advanced Technical Practical Nursing certificates. Ben A. Ogden and Mekelle L. Schvaneveldt earned Associate Degree Registered Nurse certificates.

On July 10 in Post Falls, Idaho, two junior officers from the American Legion Auxiliary Unit #65, President Debra Evans and Vice President Ciara Ward, were installed by National Auxiliary President, Rita Navarrete from New Mexico.

Jacob Stevens and Carlie Stewart represented Malad High School at the Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership Convention (HOBY) held June 11 –13, at the College of Idaho in Boise. 20 YEARS AGO (2005)

Dixie Hubbard has been appointed as Oneida County Assessor to replace Kathryn Hill who has retired. Dixie will serve until 2006 when the assessor’s job will be up for re-election.

Samaria will be hosting its annual Samaria days on July 22 and 23. The theme for this year’s celebration is “The Future of Samaria is You!” Blanche Williams has been selected to serve as Grand Marshall of the annual parade.

Randy Starkey, of Nashville, Tennessee, has announced that he will be bringing a film crew to Oneida County some time this summer to film portions of a western movie he is making, called “The Hayfield.”

Heather Ward Wilson was installed as president of the Salt Lake Chapter of Business and Professional Women (BPW) in ceremonies held recently at Holiday Inn in Salt Lake City. Heather is the daughter of Owen and Jane Ann Ward.

Malad LDS Stake youths and their leaders have a greater appreciation for their pioneer heritage following a Youth Conference Trek to Martin’s Cove in Wyoming. They got a taste of the sacrifice and trials early church members faced as they crossed the plains to Salt Lake City, Utah.

The Malad City Minor League AllStar team finished their first tournament of the season high in the standings, finishing in third place at the Soda Springs Tournament.

This year’s team includes Dan Blaisdell, Jess Blaisdell, Jayk Brooks, Kyle Daniels, Bailey Edwards, Courtland Goddard, Griffin

Green, Brody Hubbard, Joshua Jensen, Zach Jeppsen, Nishon Neal and Brandon Sorensen.

25 YEARS AGO (2000)

A Samaria resident for 68 years, Annivhe Mansfield has been selected as the Grand Marshall for the Samaria Days parade.

Amy Blaisdell and Megen Williams Mace of Malad have earned places on the dean’s list for the 2000 spring semester from Idaho State University College of Education.

The United States Achievement Academy announced today that Brin Curtis, from Holbrook, has been named as All-American Scholar.

Trent Neal, of Stone, has earned recognition on the President’s Honor Roll for the spring semester at Washington State University.

In June Trent was awarded a Bachelor of Science degree from Idaho State University in Zoology. He graduated in the top five percent of his class.

The Malad High School Boys’ Basketball team got a chance to start working together as a team at a week long basketball camp held at Montana State University in Bozeman. Attending the camp with the Varsity team were Kenny Ward, Brody Williams, Eric Day, Jeff Crump, Trevor Jones, Arland Jensen, Brooks Forester, DJ Moss and Blaine McMurtrey. The Junior Varsity team members were, Trevor Hess, Tyrell Neal, Alex Jenkins, James Taylor, Matt Colton, Jeff Crowther, Alex Shepherd, Kyle Buttars, DJ Moss and Blaine McMurtrey.

Presidential candidate Howard Phillips campaigned throughout Idaho last week, stopping at several places in Southeast Idaho, including a brief stopover in Malad.

40 YEARS AGO (1985)

Phil M. Gillies has chosen to finish his career in education by returning to the classroom. Mr. Gillies has served as principal of Malad Elementary School for the past 19 years, but this year will pick up the books and take to the routine of a classroom teacher. It may not be a typical classroom assignment, he will be teaching 4-5-6 graders at the Stone Elementary.

“Yard of the Month” honors for July go to Faye Caldwell. She said she was greatly surprised when Mr. Spahr brought the sign to her door. Faye enjoys gardening and has quite a bit of it. She maintains two yards. Besides the one in town she keeps the ranch yard clipped and coiffed as well.

Susan Ward will be honored on July 24 as a pioneer of Arbon Valley and daughter of the first white child born in Malad City. She will be “Queen for a Day”.

Eldon Roe, son of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Roe of Stone and a 1985 graduate of Malad High School, has been selected as one of 40 players who will represent the South Team in the annual North-South High School All-Star Football Game.

50 YEARS AGO (1975)

May 26, 1925 was the day 50 years ago that Mr. and Mrs. Russell Daniels were married in Ogden, Utah. The contrast between then and now was greatly noticed as they retraced their steps back to the scene of their first honeymoon. Then they traveled to Los Angeles, California in a Model

T. Ford, with no top, over dirt roads. This time they flew in a modern luxurious plane receiving first class service on the flight.

The Third Ward Scouts, Troop 422, returned from Camp Lemhi near Palisades after five days of camping. Ralph Bennett, accompanied the eight boys who attended. They were, Scott Gleed, Allen Evans, Shawn Thomas, Kerry Jensen, Louie Anderson, Bart Furhiman, Shane Thomas, and David Jensen from another troop.

George Daniels, Sr., who is this year marking his 100th birthday, will be honored at an open house on Saturday, July 26th. The event is scheduled at the American Legion Building. Brett W. Perkins, son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel W. Perkins, is taking part in a U. S. Air Force Reserve Officers Training Corps (AFROTC) field training encampment at Mountain Home AFB, Idaho.

Eagle Scout Tim Esplin, Troop 458, is shown cleaning a service building porch during the spring Ordeal of the Order of the Arrow at Camp Little Lemhi, near Palisades, Idaho. Order of the Arrow is one of Scouting’s most prestigious honors.

Students who achieved the honor roll for Spring Quarter at Utah State University were William Boyd Lewis, Agriculture; Alyce Mae Alder Lewis, Business; Steven H. Miller, Education; G. Paul Willie, Science. Selected as Future Farmers of America District officers in the Southeastern Idaho district were Kelly Davis, president and Bob Sorensen, secretary.

60 YEARS AGO (1965)

A 29-year-old Malad man hanged himself early Tuesday morning in the Oneida County Jail, where he was placed following a shooting spree during which he terrorized customers and employees in a local restaurant and lounge.

Pfc. Richard Robbins is here on leave from the U.S. Army in Kassel, Germany. He is visiting his wife at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Rene Deschamps.

A special meeting of selected stockholders of the Malad Valley Irrigating Company was held Monday evening in the Oneida County Courthouse for the purpose of briefing them on the current status of the planned dam on Devil Creek.

Three Malad High School girls, Janet Thomson, Ann Hargrave and Margaret Mulder, are attending a month-long drama school being sponsored by Idaho State University in Pocatello.

Miss Ruth Ann Marble, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Marble, will leave July 15 for Palmyra, N.Y., to participate in the Hill Cumorah Pageant with 160 students from Brigham Young University, Provo.

70 YEARS AGO (1955)

Eric Jones of Malad was first place winner in the Class B division of the weekly photograph contest conducted by the Salt Lake Tribune. Eric submitted a photo taken at the Oneida Rodeo of John Boucher competing in the bull-riding event. As a weekly winner, he will receive a $5 prize and have his entry compete for the grand prize at the end of the summer.

10 YEARS AGO (2015) The Malad High School Cheerleaders learned many exciting new cheers and ways to increase spirit for the upcoming school year. This year’s cheerleaders are (front, left to right) Kaclen Hill, Sami Williams, Taber Paskett, (middle) Kallie Warren, Brenna Williams, (back) Bree Daniels, Kelsey Owens, Hayley Brown, Hailee Schwartz, Sadie Giles, Dayshia Harris, Abby Goddard, Rylee Cheney and Abby Timothy.

40 YEARS AGO (1985) “Yard of the Month” honors for July go to Faye Caldwell. She said she was greatly surprised when Mr. Spahr brought the sign to her door. Faye enjoys gardening and has quite a bit of it. She maintains two yards. Besides the one in town, she keeps the ranch yard clipped and coiffed as well.

NOTICES

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

7/7/2025

Malad City, ID 83252

PUBLIC HEARING

ONEIDA COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION

Legal notice is hereby given that the ONEIDA PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION will hold a public hearing on August 6th, 2025, at 6:00 pm at the Oneida County Event Center to consider the following:

APPLICATION: 250012

Highland Harvest Zone Map

Amendment

APPLICATION BY: Highland Harvest

PROJECT SUMMARY:

Highland Harvest would like to make a Zone map amendment to change the use from Residential to Industrial.

PROJECT LOCATION: The project will be located on 300 East, south of 1000 South and north of 1500 South. (Legal Address: T-6362 PT T-1128 & PT T-2378 34-14-36)

You are invited to attend the public hearing and offer comments for consideration.

WRITTEN COMMENTS regarding this application must be received by the Oneida County Planning and Zoning Office, 30 North 100 West, Malad City Idaho 83252 no later than five (5) business days, July 30, 2025, prior to the public hearing.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

7/7/2025

Malad City, ID 83252

PUBLIC HEARING

ONEIDA COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION

Legal notice is hereby given that the ONEIDA PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION will hold a public hearing on August 6th, 2025, at 6:50 pm at the Oneida County Event Center to consider the following:

APPLICATION: 250026 Highland Harvest Conditional Use Permit APPLICATION BY: Highland Harvest

PROJECT SUMMARY: Highland Harvest would like to make request a Conditional Use Permit for Storage and resale of grain.

PROJECT LOCATION: The project will be located on 300 East, south of 1000 South and north of 1500 South. (Legal Address: T-6362 PT T-1128 & PT T-2378 34-14-36)

You are invited to attend the public hearing and offer comments for consideration.

WRITTEN COMMENTS regarding this application must be received by the Oneida County Planning and Zoning Office, 30 North 100 West, Malad City Idaho 83252 no later than five (5) business days, July 30, 2025, prior to the public hearing.

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ORDINANCE NO. 497_ AN ORDINANCE OF MALAD CITY, IDAHO, A POLITICAL AND MUNICIPAL SUBDIVISION OF THE STATE OF IDAHO GRANTING A ZONING AMENDMENT REQUESTED BY APPLICANT BRYCE GOODIN FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT OR NEAR 90 SOUTH (HIGHWAY 38) AND 100 WEST, EAST OF DEPOT STREET AND UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD LINE, MALAD CITY, IDAHO.

WHEREAS , Applicants submitted an Application for Zoning Amendment requesting that the property located at or near 90 south (Highway 38) and 100 West, East of Depot Street and Union Pacific Railroad Line, Malad City, Idaho be changed from industrial to R-1 residential; and WHEREAS , on June 22, 2023, the Malad City Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing to consider the zoning amendment request; and WHEREAS , at its public hearing the Malad City Planning and Zoning Commission found that the request was in the public’s interest and that the requested zoning amendment would be consistent with the purposes of Malad City’s zoning ordinance; and WHEREAS , the Malad City Planning and Zoning Commission recommended to the Malad City Council that the zoning amendment request be granted;

WHEREAS , on July 12, 2023, the Malad City Council held a public hearing to consider the request; and

WHEREAS , at its meeting the Malad City Council was satisfied that the zoning amendment request was in the best interest of the public and was consistent with the purposes of Malad City’s zoning ordinance; and

WHEREAS , on July 12, 2023, the Malad City Council approved the request for zoning amendment;

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

SECTION 1. The 32.62 acres located at or near 90 South (Highway 38) and 100 West, East of Depot Street and Union Pacific Railroad Line, Malad City, Idaho with a legal description of: COMMENCING at the NE Corner of Section 28, Township 14 South, Range 36 East, Boise Meridian; THENCE South 89°56’50” West 50.0 feet; THENCE South 00°01’30” East, parallel to the East line of said Section 28, 673.30 feet, to the TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING;

THENCE, South 00°01’30” East 1709.50 feet, more or less to a point that is North 00°01’30” West 249.00 feet; THENCE South 89°56’30” South 200.00 feet; THENCE North 00°01’30” South 50.00 feet; THENCE South 89°56’30” West 204.75 feet, more or less to the Northeasterly rightof-way line of Oregon Short Line Railroad; THENCE North 40°33’20” South on record as North 41°00’ West on the Northeasterly right-of-way line 205.40 feet; THENCE North 49°26’40” East 100.00 feet; THENCE North 40°33’20” West on the said Northeasterly right-of-way line 950.35 feet; THENCE North 52°59’40” East 100.00 feet; THENCE North 40°33’20” West 174 feet; THENCE North 52°59’40” East 100.00 feet; THENCE North 40°33’20” West 225.00 feet, more or less, to the Southeasterly right-of-way line of Depot Street; Thence North 52°59’40” East on said Southeasterly rightof-way line 495.80 feet; THENCE South 89°36’ East 783.98 feet, more or less to the TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. Approximately 32.62 acres.

be zoned as R-1 Residential.

SECTION 2. That this ordinance granting this zoning amendment may be recorded with the Oneida County Recorder.

SECTION 3. That such zoning amendment be reflected on all future zoning maps for the city.

SECTION 4. SEVERABILITY. The sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses and phrases of this Ordinance are severable. If any such section, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase shall be declared invalid or unenforceable by the valid judgment or decree of a Court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity shall not affect the validity of any of the remaining sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, or phrases of this Ordinance.

NOW THEREFORE , this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect, after passage and approval by the City Council and Mayor of Malad City, Idaho, and publication as provided by law.

PASSED, ADOPTED, AND APPROVED by the City Council of Malad City, Oneida County, State of Idaho, on this 9th day of July, 2025.

JOAN HAWKINS, Mayor

ATTEST: SUSAN J. WITTMAN, City Clerk

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Malad City Council 7/9

Hearing on property donation

Jeni Sperry spoke to the council, explaining that the library planned to expand into the donated area, in order to build a conference room, basement storage area, remodel for STEM room, etc.

“We just had a wonderful summer reading program, and you should have seen our back room. We had over 300 children sign up, and over 150 every week show up in the park. The community really does use the library. They were kind enough to vote a levy for us to make those improvements, so we would be very appreciative. “

It was related that the light show will likely be moved regardless, according to a recent discussion between Lance Tripp and Brad Coleman.

Ordinance 498 to donate

The city passed an ordinance to donate 30 feet from the edge of the building. The legal description explains that the total space is 30 feet, though that comes from property already owned by the library combined with the donation from the city. The city’s donation is .07 acres to the library. The legal description is 23.15 ft by 135 feet.

Sheriff Williams

Williams reached out to sheriffs throughout Idaho about their policing arrangements with smaller cities. There were a range of different approaches taken in cities Malad’s size. Any contracts with the sheriff’s office needs to be approved by the county.

A new law passed this session at the state level, which regulates sleeping in public areas. This apparently applies to cities over 100K, so it is not

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ORDINANCE NO. 498_ AN ORDINANCE OF MALAD CITY, IDAHO, A POLITICAL AND MUNICIPAL SUBDIVISION OF THE STATE OF IDAHO DONATING APPROXIMATELY .07 ACRES OF REAL PROPERTY TO THE ONEIDA COUNTY LIBRARY.

WHEREAS , the Oneida County Library approached the Malad City Council and Mayor requesting that approximately .07 acres of land located adjacent to the Oneida Couty Library be donated to the Oneida Couty Library for purposes of an addition to the library; and WHEREAS , on March 12, 2025, at a regularly scheduled City Council, the Malad City Council declared its intention to donate the requested property to the Oneida County Library; and WHEREAS , following the Malad City Council’s declaration of its intent to donate the property, a summary of said action was published in the official newspaper of the city and notice was provided of a public hearing to be held on July 9, 2025, to receive community input on the matter; and WHEREAS , on July 9, 2025, the Malad City Council held a public hearing to consider the request; and WHEREAS , at its public hearing held on July 9, 2025, the Malad City Council was satisfied that donating the property was in the city’s best interest and officially approved the donation; THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF MALAD, STATE OF IDAHO, AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. The City of Malad shall donate certain real property consisting of approximately .07 acres to the Oneida County Library for use by the library. The location of the real property to be donated is 30 feet of property west of the current library building with an address of 31 N 100 W, Malad City, Idaho 83252 and with a legal description as follows: A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 14 SOUTH, RANGE 36 EAST, BOISE MERIDIAN, ONEIDA COUNTY, IDAHO, BLOCK N, MALAD CITY, IDAHO, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 21, FROM WHICH THE EAST QUARTER CORNER OF SECTION 21 BEARS NORTH 00’02’43”

WEST: THENCE NORTH 00’02’43” WEST 398.44 FEET ALONG THE EAST BOUNDARY OF SAID SECTION 21; THENCE SOUTH 89’57’17” WEST 65.97 FEET TO A 5/8” REBAR AND CAP (LS 4735) AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE ONEIDA COUNTY LIBRARY PARCEL AS DESCRIBED IN INSTRUMENT NUMBER 94535 AND 94466; THENCE SOUTH 89’57’17” WEST 124.03 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH BOUNDARY OF SAID LIBRARY PARCEL TO A 5/8” REBAR AND CAP LABELED “A.L.S., PLS 9163” AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER THEREOF; THENCE SOUTH 89’57’17” WEST 23.15 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH BOUNDARY OF THE PARCEL OF LAND DESCRIBED IN INSTRUMENT NUMBER 158265 TO A 5/8” REBAR AND CAP; THENCE SOUTH 00’02’43” EAST 130.00 FEET TO A 5/8” REBAR AND CAP; THENCE NORTH 89’57’17” EAST 23.15 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. CONTAINING APPROXIMATELY 0.07 ACRES.

SECTION 2. That the Mayor, or other authorized representative, is granted authority to sign a quit claim deed, or other instrument of conveyance, conveying fee simple title of the above referenced property to the Oneida Couty Library.

SECTION 3. SEVERABILITY. The sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses and phrases of this Ordinance are severable. If any such section, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase shall be declared invalid or unenforceable by the valid judgment or decree of a Court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity shall not affect the validity of any of the remaining sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, or phrases of this Ordinance. NOW THEREFORE , this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect, after passage and approval by the City Council and Mayor of Malad City, Idaho, and publication as provided by law.

PASSED, ADOPTED, AND APPROVED by the City Council of Malad City, Oneida County, State of Idaho, on this 9th day of July, 2025.

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clear that it relates to Malad directly.

This was Williams’ first year as Sheriff for the Kids’ parade, and there were some concerns expressed about the experience. Some issues related to safety were expressed by members of the public, along with a need to block some of the road traffic to increase the control over the parade route safety.

“It was a learning experience,” Williams said. “And I learned.

Tyler Webster—City Superintendent

Divers to clean the water tank are scheduled for the end of September.

Elementary crosswalk signs will be installed by the end of next week.

Issues of water pressure were discussed. The age of the water system was cited as the primary reason. Houses on the north side of town are the most affected by the issue, which obtains to both city and Deep Creek water.

John Christophersen

Christophersen has sent out a number of notices for yard issues, and most of them have resulted in fixes.

“Most people are pretty good about sprinklers,” Christophersen noted, though the city still receives a number of watering complaints every week. Recently, the water was left on at the fields near the fairgrounds, which saturated the ground. The incident was reported to be an accident or oversight.

Brett Evanson—Attorney

The City Park Rules ordinance was discussed. A draft was handed to council members for review for

the next meeting, as well as the rec board for their input. Things like the pickleball court might need some additional wording.

The Splash Pad and Pickleball courts have signs already. The ordinance says to follow the posted rules.

Hours during which the park was “open” were discussed.

Cecilia Hess

Representing the IronDoor Arts and Theatre, Hess spoke to the council about a Fall event.

She proposed a “Music on Main” membership drive Sept 27 from 5-8. “Our main objective is to get new members and bring art to people. People will be outside enjoying the weather.”

Trissa Nesbitt and Candy Broadus

The two spoke to the council about the fourth of July events. A replacement for the shootout was discussed. The ownership of the sound system was discussed.

The stage reportedly also had some issues, though it may have been the way the stage was secured. The steps are new from the last couple of years, and the crew may not have been as familiar with the way they operate.

Potential acts for the 3rd were discussed, as well as some potential changes to the schedule.

Trissa and Candy were invited to be a part of the 250 celebration, which is scheduled for next year to mark the 250th anniversary of the singing of the Declaration of Independence.

OBITUARIES

Allen (Fast Al) Smith

May 4, 1955 ~ July 9, 2025

Malad Idaho... Allen (Fast Al) Smith, 70, long time Malad resident passed away on Wednesday July 9, 2025. Allen was born in Malad City Idaho May 4, 1955, to Peggy Smith and Arthur (Doc) Smith. He was raised and educated in Oneida County Idaho.

He worked on the family farm in his younger years then went on to work in the construction field as A backhoe operator. He then spent the last 20 years delivering mail to the residents of Oneida County. He lived for hunting and spending time with family and friends.

He is survived by his four children: Josh Smith, Chassidy Smith, Tyler Smith and Heath Barber, his siblings: Kevin Smith, Lynne Geary, Scott Smith and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother, father and

Lana Gale Holt Esplin

February 20, 1940 ~ July 10, 2025

Lana Gale Holt Esplin, age 85, passed away peacefully in St. George, Utah July 10, 2025. Born in Phoenix, Arizona, she was the third of six children of Howard and Verna Burnham Holt.

In 1959, she married her dear husband, Jerry Esplin, in the St. George LDS Temple. They moved to Malad, Idaho in 1966, as Jerry began his 31-year career as principal of Malad High School. Lana remained his steady partner and confidant throughout his service to the school and com munity. Together, they raised five children with a strong foundation of faith, learning, and service.

Steven Richard Mills

February 12, 1951 ~ July 4, 2025

Steve was born in Coos Bay, Oregon on February 12, 1951, to Dorothy and Richard Mills. He spent his childhood in Orovile, California. He graduated from Las Plumas High School and attended Butte College where he played and loved softball. In March of 1972, Steve joined the 132d Engineer Battalion in the Armed Forces and was honorably discharged in December of 1977. He was very proud to be a Veteran. Through his mother Dorothy, he was a proud member of the Maidu (Concow) tribe.

Steve had two children, Brandon and Jared, who he loved and spoke of often. Brandon followed in his father’s footsteps by also serving in the Armed Forces.

Steve had many varied jobs while living in California, including Fire Fighting for the Chico Fire Department, EMT, Umpiring baseball and he owned his own business painting homes. In 2012, Steve sold his business, retired and moved to Malad, Idaho. After getting settled in Malad, through friendship with Kirk Hill he started helping Coach the Malad Blaze softball team and then went on to help coach the Malad High School Softball team and was part of a few State Championship teams. Coaching definitely brought joy and fostered many friendships for Steve. He was baptized a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in 2014. Steve was a lifelong outdoorsman and loved to hunt, fish,

camp, and go RZR riding with the friends he loved like family, his 12 pack. There will be a hole in that group, and he will be missed immensely.

Steve is survived by son Jared (Aislinn), three grandchildren Rory, Xander and Tessa of Minnesota, sisters Judy Every of Boise Idaho and Pam Mills of Conroe, Texas and many friends who loved him like family in California and Idaho. Steve never met someone that didn’t become a friend. His service he gave around the community of Malad will be greatly missed. He’s preceded in death by his grandparents, parents and son Brandon.

A viewing was held Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 12 to 2 p.m. at the Horsley Funeral Home in Malad, Idaho followed by a RZR ride to Dry Canyon Campground for a Celebration of his life. Steve’s remains will be returned to California to his favorite fishing hole he shared with his Dad and Grandmother.

Lana was academically gifted –graduating early and attending LDS Business College at just 17. She worked as a junior CPA and later sup ported her growing family by typing student papers and carefully managing their finances. A skilled homemaker and seamstress, she cooked, canned homegrown produce, sewed her own wedding dress, and even tailored suits for her husband. Her musical talent brought joy to many – her beautiful alto voice often filled their home and resonated in community choirs and church events.

Lana believed she could learn anything and proved it time and again. She and Jerry built their dream cabin in Island Park, even doing the wiring and plumbing herself. In Malad, she served faithfully in the LDS Church and became one of the Stake’s first computer-based family history consultants – helping digitize records and contributing to a global genealogy effort.

She supported her children’s education with unwavering dedication, and it was a joy to see each of them serve missions for the LDS Church. After retiring to St. George, she continued to live fully – competing in the Huntsman Senior Games, found-

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ing the SunRiver Singers, teaching computer skills, and making jewelry. She was always willing to help seniors in her community, freely sharing her expertise.

Lana’s life was defined by devotion – to her family, faith, and community. She leaves behind a legacy of love, learning, music, and service.

She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Jerry Esplin; her five children, Jayson, Tim, Todd, Tamber, and Tara, 20 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren; siblings Deon Holt and Jan Larson; and many beloved extended family members. She was preceded in death by her parents and several siblings. In Lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Alzheimer’s Association of America.

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Effective Thursday June 26th, 2025, at 12:01 AM., Oneida County has issued an open burn ban. You can still use your BBQ and have small backyard cooking fires in firepits 3 foot or less in diameter and 2 foot or less in height (IFC code 307.4 exception2). The specifics of the burn ban can be found inside the paper. Burn bans are in effect across the region, including Bannock County and Caribou County, which just experienced a massive residential burn that resulted from residential burns in high winds.

The requirements for the cooking fire will be: A minimum of 20 feet of green grass or bare earthen material around the pit, An improved pit liner such as a metal fire ring or bricks to hold the fire, A shovel to extinguish flames, Running water to extinguish flames,

Someone to monitor the fire until completely extinguished.

This restriction will remain in place until future notice. Please check the DEQ website for daily air quality restrictions before having a cooking fire (www.deq. idaho.gov).

This does not apply to people camping on forest service land. You will need to call the forest service to find out their restrictions.

Residents living within the city limits are expected to follow city burn ban policies.

No burn permit will be issued until further notice.

Crop Residue Burning can be approved on a case-by-case basis. Contact the Pocatello Regional Office for more Information regarding CRB permit approval at 208-236-6160.

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brother Ricky. As per his request he has chosen not to have services. The family will have A celebration of life later this year in his honor.

ONEIDA COUNTY WEEKLY EVENTS

July 18 - 24, 2025

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Nell J Redfield continues Gran Fondo tradition

It is the fourteenth year of the Gran Fondo bike race, and at least the tenth that the hospital has been officially involved with it. As this year’s group of bikers came tearing through Weston canyon, many of them had Malad on the mind. Over the years that the town has been a stop on the Gran Fondo route, it has become widely known as the best stop on the circuit.

Thank You

We would like to thank the Ambulance crew/cops for the quick response to help our mother, Ruth W. Thomas after she fell and was on the floor for 3 hours. Also, thank you Dr. Teeples and the nurses that were working on the floor, found out that her vertigo was back and she lost her balance. We would like to thank Dr. Karen Beck and emergency nurses - Storm Hammer and Kerrie Jo Miller who were on call Tuesday June 6, 2025.

We really appreciate everyone’s help down at the hospital, especially me - Chloe and for Aunt Nola calling 911 for us. Thank you, Thomas family

Joe E., Chloe A., Shane A., Hazel A, Shaundell - Grandkids & great Grandkids

Wedding

Anthony and Mary Young of Malad are pleased to announce the marriage of their oldest daughter, Savanna, to Zachary Jensen, oldest son of Thayne and Nanette Jensen of Meridian, Idaho. The marriage will be solemnized in the Pocatello Temple on Saturday, July 19, 2025. A reception will follow that evening at the Church located at 20 S. 100 W. Malad, Idaho from 6 - 8 p.m. Savanna graduated from Malad High School in the class of 2022. She is in her Junior year at Idaho State University, studying Civil Engineering.

Zach served in the Mérida, Yucatan Mexico mission from September 2020 – September 2022. He is studying Mechanical Engineering at Idaho State University where he is a Senior.

The couple will reside in Pocatello, Idaho until they complete their degrees.

Annistyn Tovey and Riglee Peterson volunteered at the hydration station.

John Williams and Kathy Hubbard ring in and out the racers.

Alica Bell mixes electrolytes with power!

Troy Allen and John Williams share a pickle juice toast with racer Ashley Landon from Utah.

Malad’s Got Talent

Continuing the Independence Day tradition, the community came out in full force to participate once again in Malad’s Got Talent. This year, singing, dancing, and musicianship were joined by some other entertaining skills (Rubiks Cube, anyone?) to determined whose talent was deserving of the top spots. The contestants were arranged into divisions by age, with the 0-11 category seeing Danielle Pettis take first for violin, Ruthie Angell take second for dance, and

Adi Daniels take third, also for dance. In the 12-18 year old division, Lexi Price took first with her dance skills, the Webster Sisters took second with their singing talent, and Keygun Price took third with the aforementioned Rubiks Cube.

In the Adult division, Corbin Giesbrecht took first as a singer songwriter, Clayton Anderson took second for singing, and McKenna Brassfield took third, also for singing. Another talented year!

Swimming Lesson Report

The La Grand Aqua Plunge has been abuzz since the early weeks of summer. Between the lap swim time, water aerobics, swimming lessons and the afternoon open swim time, the pool has been the coolest place to be around Malad. For the month of

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Hornecker

June, the pool and its life guards, teachers, and aides provided some of their best work as they taught more than 250 swimmers the ins and outs and dos and don’ts about swimming. Thanks to their great efforts, these swimmers, new and experienced, are

Lizzy Naylor Deacon Lewis

Winn Level 3 Felicity Neilsen

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Scott

Session 2, June 16-27 8 AM Level 1

Ephriam Bedwell Daniel Fonnesbeck

Hyrum Fonnesbeck

Russell Bedwell

Jett Thorpe

Jordan Wright

Cooper

Sailor Holden

Gracie Jones

Crey Hunt

Same Ward

Caleb Nielsen

Taber Cutler

Hudson Rentmeister

Addisyn Sorensen

Golden Skinner

Level 2

Oakley Cutler

Miles

Charlotte Werk

Brielle Ward

Daniel Ward

Nathan Fonnesbeck

Jackson Rentmeister

Level 3

Addi Jones

McKrae Mitton

Deegan Scott

Elenore Bedwell

McKayla Thorpe

Kearney Bedwell

Alex Thorpe

Level 4

Shelby Sorensen

Olivia Sperry

Wynn Werk

Mason Chabris

Ellie Jones

Bea Chipman

Claire Wright

Level 5

Lafe Huckaby

Level 6

Aiden Chabris

9 AM

Level 1

Eila Hanson Birdie Hanson Ireland Jacobsen

Danilyn Daniels

Flint Foster

Janell Probst

Chipper JOnes

Hakan Olson

Wyatt Kidder

Brody Price

Level 2

Jonny Shrenk

Conner Winward

Makai Probst

Karissa Nimer

Owen Wilcock

Conner Wilcock

Ainsley Beyler

Wesley Olson

Riggs Davis

Finn Hanson

Kalista Winward

Fletcher Foster

JoJo Jones

Brantley Daniels

Chloe Daniels

Tyne Foster

Level 3

Emma Price

Alivia Seamons

Titan Beyler

Maverik Beyler

Owen Allen

Level 4

Payson Price

Kyler Price

Austin Shrenk

Haize Davis

Dekker Davis

Zach Palmer

Carter Jones

Bridger Jones

Level 5

Kallie Nimer

Adilyn Daniels

Maggie Schow

Draylyn Nimer

Alyssa Seamons

Level 6

Kayman Nimer

10 AM

Level 1

Theo Curtis

Jane Eliason

Jack Eliason

Charlie Giles

Kayson Naylor

Mylie Naylor

now more capable and confident in the pool and ready to make a splash of their own.

Listed below are the swimmers participating in the La Grand Aqua Plunge swimming lessons grouped by session, class time, and level.

Level 4

Level 2

Saorsia Fesler

Charlotte Barnes

Curtis

Wise

Hess

Naylor

Naylor Colten Batelaan

Iris Estep

Eliason

Hess Trinity Hodgkin

Magnolia Barnes-Allen

Neilsen

Level 3 Taddy Naylor

Naylor

Eliason

Hodgkin

Estep

Eliason Level 4

Fesler

Wise

McNargue

McNargue

Alder

Toraya

Beutler

Beutler

Sweeten

Venable

Sweeten

Williams

Abigail Smith Riggins Smith

Dax Beutler

Bubba Williams Piper Reel

Lyla Reel

Mahayla Crowther

Level 6

Thatcher Sweeten

Mikell Clark

Wesley Willie Lynnie Summers

These lessons are thanks to a number of young pool employees, most previous graduates of similar classes and lessons while some have dedicated their time to work and serve there for countless years.

Lifeguards/teachers: Kami Willie

Heather Howe Kassidy Brackin

Cam Howe

Brycen Howe

Aly Wright

Kennadee Howe

Addison Ashby

Teachers: Carol Howe Daisy Huckeby

Mckenzie Tripp

Kristin Bealer

Kenzie Miller

Paige Wilson

Kennadee Thomas Kayle Carter

Jaxton Price

Jaden Price

Kristle Jensen

Tenlee Sweeten

Dantley Lewis

Aides: Rosie Butler

Allie Hanks

Franklin Fesler

Bentley Teeples

Seth Huckaby

Dax Nimer

In the Adult Division: McKenna Brassfield, Clayton Anderson, and Corbin Giesbrecht.

12-18 Division: Lexi Price, the Webster Sisters, and Keygun Price.

In the 0-11 Division: Adi Daniels, Ruthie Angell, and Danielle Pettis.

Curlew Rodeo coming next week!

In one week, the small town of Stone, Idaho will host their annual favorite Curlew Valley Amateur Rodeo, more fondly known as the Stone Rodeo. While the town might be far off the beaten path, the Curlew locals and far away fans alike can attest that the two day rodeo easily puts Stone, Idaho on the map.

July 24 and 25 will feature the rodeo’s 73rd annual showing, highlighting not only the talent and grit of the local cowboys and cowgirls but also the contestants that say their hearts belong to the Curlew Valley as well. The events of the rodeo will include Ribbon Roping, Kids Calf Riding, Bareback Riding, Team Roping, Wild Horse Race, Barrel Racing, Saddle Bronc Riding, Breakaway Roping, Stock Saddle Bronc, Bull Riding, and Calf Roping.

The fans will admit that it’s hard to choose a favorite event because each brings its own charm and entertainment. Many a cowboy first got his start at the Stone Rodeo, hearing his name announced across the grandstands as he rode his first calf and earned his first paycheck in the form of a two dollar bill. The Ribbon Roping always brings out a competitive streak, the top cowboy and cowgirl winning by a fast loop, faster feet, and a lot of luck.

Ropers of all kinds have a chance to get in on the action in the Breakaway, Team and Calf Roping events. With no limit to the number of ropers, handicaps, or age restrictions for each event,

the early slack roping and performance roping is sure to be full, making it a big purse for the fast go between the two nights of rodeo. This open rodeo is perfect for any and every cowboy looking for a show to throw their loop in.

The rough stock events, Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Stock Saddle Bronc, and Bull Riding do their part to give the crowd the show they come for. With a little added money to the purse, there are plenty of cowboys willing to give the 8 second ride a try. For years, the Hoggan Rodeo Company has supplied the rough stock, providing just enough rank and spirit to the bucking chutes, and will be there once again for the 2025 rodeos.

For all the cowgirls and fans that three quick turns is a little more your style, the Stone Rodeo provides a sure fire fast paced race around the barrels. And just in case the barrel racing in the performance isn’t enough, there is always the slack to follow to fill your fancy.

The Wild Horse Race, a huge fan favorite, is always looking for more brave, and even a little crazy, teams to jump into the mix. Each team of three must successfully grab hold of the rope to an unsaddled bucking horse, mount a rider on the horse who then has to ride one full lap around the arena. It may sound simple, but it is anything but. Every stage of the game proves to have its own challenges, entertaining the packed crowd at each turn of events.

Alongside the rodeo will be opportunities for concessions featuring burgers and fries, raffles, baked goods, and opportunities to support local fundraisers for the Stone Elementary and more.

The Curlew Valley rodeo board is made of volunteers that, for decades, have simply offered up their time and talents to make the rodeo a possibility. Long before the event, the members work to improve the grounds from the lights to the stands to the chutes. On the day of the rodeo, they man their posts to seamlessly fast track the rodeo from one event to another, promising a

performance in two hours or less. They are the first to come and the last to leave, and ready to do it all over again the next day. With only one week left before the empty stands are filled to overflowing, there isn’t much time left to reserve a spot to back your truck up to the arena fence, mark your row with grandma’s jean quilt, or hold your place with your half dozen camp chairs. But even if you don’t have the chance to reserve your seat long before the show, you should know there’s always room for one more at the Stone Rodeo.

What you can learn about a cowboy from his outfit

BY ALLISON ELIASON

They say you can tell a lot about a man by his outfit, a statement I can wholeheartedly agree with. But my consensus behind that reckoning isn’t merely about the clothes on his back. You see, in the cowboy world, a man’s “outfit” isn’t only the shirt and pants he puts on to start the day, but more so the truck and trailer he drives around in.

I’ve seen a lot of different outfits over the years and gotten to know a good handful of those folks driving them. Knowing their operations, how and where they work and the like has led me to draw a few conclusions between a cowboy and his outfit. Of course there are outliers, exceptions and mavericks that like to go their own way, but by and large I think you will agree that a cowboy’s outfit sure says a lot about him.

In this part of the country, we see a lot of stock trailers rolling around. They are hardy, multi-purposed rigs that are all season and nearly all terrain. Your average cowboy rancher uses these because he needs a tow wagon as versatile as he is. They are pulled around everywhere from the range to rodeo, chuck full of cattle, horses, motorbikes and 4 wheelers.

This sort of trailer is a rancher’s back pocket, hauling all things he needs to get the job done. It brings home totes of feed and seed, fence posts and rolls of wire, his favorite horse, the green one he is working on, and the Japanese one (ya know, the motorbike...). He hauls his favorite cow out to pasture, the ornery bull that stops midway through the cattle drive, and the freshly weaned calves at the end of the season.

This cowboy rancher trusts his most

prized possessions to this trailer, a fact easily proven when you see him muck out the poop (or at least the top layer) and stack all his furniture and belongings in his trusty stock trailer before he ever considers renting a U-Haul.

Similar to the stock trailer is a half top trailer, but they have a handful of bonus features that make this trailer a range cowboys best friend. The iconic driver of a half top trailer is your Nevada Buckaroo, a cowboy that spends all day on the desert range herding cattle. The open back frame makes for great ventilation, lending its greatest use to those hot, dry southern states.

This trailer keeps livestock cool with its open design, but even cooler are the conveniences that make it so handy for loading cattle without a chute. Leading a cow into a regular stock trailer to load can be tricky, having to work the rope through the sides. A half top lets a cowboy just flip the rope over the rails and drag the cow in. The open sides make it a little easier to coax the cow on the end of their rope in the trailer, letting in the daylight and keeping it from turning into a dark tunnel. And if that cow is a little feisty, having a slam latch to lock the gate in place before it can turn back out is pretty handy.

On the flip side of your range riding trailers are the shiny Bloomer trailers that live on the open highway. The bigger the rig, the more dedicated the cowboy is to their horse trade. From rodeo cowboys to horse racing cowboys, these sort of trailer towers depend on their rig to not only get them and their horses to and from in one piece, but to do it with a bit of luxury and style.

These trailers have every amenity you can think of, concentrating all a cowboy needs from his house, barn,

and trailer all in one convenient wagon- rubber padding, roof ventilation, tack room, hay racks, generators, living quarters, and even double or triple slideouts for even more space. But all these luxuries are for good reason. A lot of these cowboys on the rodeo or race trail spend more nights in their trailer than in their own bed at home. Having everything they need pooled into one trailer just makes life easier.

There is one outfit that is a little trickier to nail down what sort of cowboy is towing it. The bumper-pull. This sort of trailer is usually smaller and light weight, lending its use to countless possibilities. Making a little less dent in the budget, these trailers are often the first rig purchase for a cowboy dipping his toes into the industry. But at the same time, the low cost makes it a convenient buy for urban small-time farmers that need something to haul around their goats, sheep, chickens or pigs. Then again, a fancy new bumper pull trailer is often the high prize for the bigtime roping or queen contest.

The best way to sort out the type of cowboy towing a bumper pull might actually have more to do with the truck than the trailer itself. A shiny new truck hooked onto a shiny new trailer is likely your prize winning queen or roping king. A truck with some wear to it, pulling a trailer with matching scuffs is likely your emerging cowboy that is happy to have his own outfit to tow around. The bumper pull dragging behind an SUV is most certainly your urban farmers.

Any man will say a truck is an extension of his personality, and cowboys are no different. A cowboy driving around with a flatbed truck stacked up with shovels, water wrench, chains, fencing supplies, and a few well used

ropes are most certainly your ranch cowboys. It might seem like they just don’t clear out the bed after a hard day’s work, but that is their usual stash. Once again, it is an extension of their back pocket. If it isn’t the exact tool they will need, it’s enough for them to fashion a passable stand-in.

If the bed of the truck has more dogs than anything else, you have found a range riding buckaroo. Knowing that he has thousands of acres to ride, he won’t set foot on the range without his pack of dogs that will save him hours on horse to gather in the herd.

Extended cabs have largely been replaced with crew cab trucks these days. Now that cowboys are towing extra long trailers that can cram 10 horses in the back, they have to drive a higher capacity truck that can squish just as many cowboys in the front. The smartest cowboy of them all is still the one sitting in the middle, avoiding the duty to open gates.

Small, non-commercial semis are the go to truck for those long haul Bloomer trailers. Filling the back with hay, water, tack, grain, generators, bedding, furniture, and clothes, not to mention the handful of horses, demands a truck that can tow it all.

Stock trailer, bumper pull, half top or Bloomer trailer, these rigs make cowboy life possible. In some seasons, there is hardly a day that they aren’t pulling their weight to get the job done on the range or at the rodeo. They may be new and shiny, beat up and faded, big or little, but they all play a part in making cowboy magic happen.

It is ironic though... There once was a day that horses were used to pull a cowboy around. Now they found a way to finally be towed themselves. Well played horses, well played.

The Curlew Rodeo is one of the area’s oldest and most exciting!

While sometimes the weather is a little unsettled, this year’s predictions look good.

Bring the family out for one (or two!) great nights of rodeo fun!