Enterprise The Idaho
Second Week of Races at the Fairgrounds
This year, Malad is holding three weekends of horseraces, and the second one is now in the books. In previous years, there have been occasions where racing was canceled as a result of weather conditions. Partly in order to create allowance for such an event, the three week event gives race lovers even more opportunity to watch the action and try their luck. While there were not enough committed horses for Saturday’s races, Sunday’s races were fast and full.
Early in the day there was a threat of cloudy weather, but by post time the day was hot and clear.
The first race, a Quarter Horse Allowance, was won by Tarzzan, owned by CG Racing, LLC and ridden by Eric Ayala. In second was Idaho Jess, owned by Dorian Montero and ridden by Never Marin. Third went to One Famous Bambi, owned
by Gloria Ortiz and jockeyed by Joe Antonio Figueroa.
The second race, a Quarter horse Maiden, was won by Redbloodednellie, owned by CG Racing, LLC and jockeyed by Eric Ayala. Gw the Cartel Chick, owned by Gil L. Wright and ridden by Jesus Flores, came in second. Third was taken by Df Fabulouscountryjo, owned by Juan Manuel Hernandez, and ridden by Jose Antonio Figueroa.
The third race, another Quarter Horse Maiden, was won by M E Jessie D, owned by Dave Merritt and Kim Newman, and ridden by Eric Ayala. Second was won by Pro Rosa, woned by Tedd and Bonnie Johnson, and jockeyed by Jesus Flores. Third went to Be Dynasti, owned by Benedito Estrada and ridden by Jose Antonion Figueroa.
The fourth race, the Poor Boy All
Breed Futurity, was won by Jc Has Dulce, owned by Francisco Molina, and ridden by Oscar Cervantes. Second was won by Miliken Creek, owned by Bryan Goode and Tony Hyde, and ridden by Jose Antonion Figueroa. Third place went to Perrfect Black, owned by Jose Lopez and ridden by Oscar Villa.
The fifth race was a Quarter horse Allowance, and was won by Go My First Doll, owned by Gloria Ortiz and ridden by Oscar Villa. Second went to Soren Knud, owned by Gordon Knudsen and Kimberly Raedel and ridden by Jose Antonio Figueroa. Third place went to The Special Pro, owned by Juan Manuel Hernandez and jockeyed by Oscar Cervantes.
Important Reminder: Active Shooter Exercise Thursday!
As the paper hits your mailbox on Thursday, there’s a very good chance that the planned multi-agency readiness exercise will be underway. The organizers want the public to be absolutely aware that events going on around town are part of a planned exercise involving the high school and other areas in town, including the hospital, and not cause for alarm.
While the specific details of the timeline and events are limited to those involved in the drill in order to make it as effective for training as possible, the general description is that “there will be a scenario of an active shooter, Oneida County Sheriff deputies will enter, apprehend the suspect and deem the scene safe for Oneida County Ambulance EMT’s to then enter, triage and treat patients, then transport to the hospital.”
Events surrounding the drill will largely take place from around 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Emergency vehicles will be staged at the scene and en route to the hospital. There will be road closures and access to areas will be denied to anyone not involved in the training drill. Organizers “would like the community to stay away from the area so each agency can focus on the drill and the skills needed to perform their duties.”
While there are drills that are run with less information distributed to the public, these are primarily designed to incorporate the effect of public reaction into the training. The focus for this drill, however, is on the individual protocols and procedures of the agencies involved, as well as their ability to communicate with and work with each other.
ISU’s Theater department will be involved with what is called “moulage,” which refers to the use of makeup, costumes, and various techniques to “dress” the victims in a realistic manner in terms of injury. A simpler version of an exercise like this would use cards with the “victim” condition written on it for the use of the emergency personnel. A full moulage allows for the artificiality of the situation to be partially overcome, hopefully leading to more practical experience as a result. The public, however, should note that any “injured” individual they observe as part of the drill is not actually injured, and beyond that, is already in the presence of the same emergency personnel who would be called in for an actual emergency.
Citizens are encouraged not to contact the county dispatcher with concerns about the exercise, as problems with the communication network as a result of high call volume are not
being tested in this exercise.
The emotional stress on responders is also not a goal outcome for this exercise, and so the individuals involved have volunteered to participate in the drill knowing ahead of time that it may be traumatic for some individuals, who are welcome to sit this one out, so to speak.
The final check-in meeting for Thursday’s drill brought the participants together at the Fire Station to finalize the timeline, ask questions, suggest revisions to the program, and consult with one another on logistics.
Once again, the emergency response organizations in Oneida County reiterate that Thursday’s events around town, especially at the school and hospital, are training related. The hospital, of course, reserves the right to alter its participation in the drill depending on what may be occurring at its facility on Thursday independent of the drill. As organizer Darin Letzring stated, “real emergencies will trump any fake emergencies.”
Agencies involved include: Oneida County Ambulance, Oneida County Schools, Oneida County Search and Rescue, Oneida County Sheriff’s Office, Nell J Redfield Memorial Hospital, Oneida County Officials, IHLA, Idaho Enterprise, Tera Young (ISU), Dan Williams (Oneida County Emergency Preparedness Coordinator) and Darin Letzring and others from the Idaho Office of Emergency Management, and others.
IN BRIEF
Manhunt for Montana Bar Shooting Suspect
Enters Fourth Day
Authorities in Montana are continuing the search for Michael Paul Brown, 45, who is suspected of fatally shooting four people at the Owl Bar in Anaconda last Friday. The tragic incident occurred around 10:30 a.m., when Brown allegedly entered the establishment and opened fire, killing bartender Nancy Lauretta Kelley, 64, and three patrons: Daniel Edwin Baillie, 59; David Allen Leach, 70; and Tony Wayne Palm, 74. The shooting has rocked the small community and prompted a widespread manhunt that has now entered its fourth day. Law enforcement officials, including Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen, have confirmed Brown remains at large and is considered armed and dangerous. Details surrounding the motive remain unclear, and authorities have urged anyone with information about Brown’s whereabouts to come forward. As the investigation continues, residents remain on edge, hoping for a swift resolution to the case and justice for the victims.
Whale dies at Jersey Shore after colliding with boat
A 20-foot minke whale died in Barnegat Bay, New Jersey, after colliding with a recreational boat on August 2. The Marine Mammal Stranding Center was first alerted when the whale was seen thrashing near the inlet. Video footage showed the whale behaving erratically before it struck a small vessel, nearly capsizing it and throwing a passenger overboard. The person was rescued without injuries. The whale later became stranded in shallow water and was pronounced dead shortly after. Authorities noted no visible external injuries on the side of the whale that was observed, but it may have been previously injured, possibly by an earlier vessel interaction. A necropsy is being conducted to determine the exact cause of death. Officials are urging boaters to stay at least 150 feet away from whales and put engines in neutral if a whale approaches. The incident highlights increasing concerns about vessel strikes along the Jersey Shore.
Six people rescued from water after jumping off burning boat in
Bear Lake
Six people, including two children, were rescued by nearby boaters after their 22-foot Malibu boat caught fire on Bear Lake near the Bear Lake State Park Marina. The incident occurred around 10:30 a.m. Saturday. All six occupants jumped into the water and were safely brought to shore. Garden City Fire crews arrived to assist but were hindered by a high-pressure hose failure, which limited firefighting capabilities. The burning boat was pushed toward shore and fully extinguished by a fire engine. The boat was deemed a total loss. The cause is under investigation, though officials suspect gasoline vapors in the engine compartment ignited. Fire officials urge all boaters to carry up-to-date fire extinguishers. No injuries were reported.
Members of emergency services attend a meeting for this weeks live active shooter drill.
Although there were no Saturday races over the weekend, Sunday was a fast day on the track.
Races
The six race was the Idaho Bred Overnight Derby, and was won by M E Closing Time, owned by Dave Merritt and Kim Newman and ridden by Eric Ayala. Second place went to Paint Me Mo Famous, owned by Eduardo Robles and ridden by Oscar Villa. Third place was won by Ma Pistol Man, owned by Edgar Juarez.
The traditional seventh race was a thoroughbred allowance, and the results were delayed. They will be noted in next week’s race report.
Blanket Sponsors for the race weekends include Oneida County Fairboard, the Malad Gun Club, Boyd Varney Farm, On the Run, Silver Spur Insurance, Ireland Bank, Super Sprots Farms, Central Service, Mountain Valley Masonry, Malad Plumbing.
Races are sanctioned by the Idaho
State Racing Commission. Malad’s Director of Racing is Todd Thomas, and the racing Secretary is Becky Grant.
The races themselves are sponsored by a long list of sponsors, including the Fair board. The Fair board includes members Ken Moss, Chairman, John Hardy, Vice Chair, Todd Thomas, Lacey Clark, Eric Eliason, Shanae Blaisdell Hugo Ramos, and Diane Skidmore, Secretary.
Next weekend’s races are planned for Saturday and Sunday in the lead up to the Fair’s opening day.
In between the regular races on Sunday, stick races for kids were held, sponsored by Ireland Bank. Announcer Shaun Kurek interviewed the young hopefuls on the track, and called the action in the day’s most competitive races! Pictures of the kids from Sunday and the week before are presented here.
Racing--both of the horses and the kids--was fast and busy on Sunday, so while there were a lot of good pictures to be had, it was not the ideal environment for careful name gathering and spelling. As a result, please find pictures of the participants of the stick races from the last two weekends on this page. Although there is not a reasonable way to caption these individually, if they belong to you, you probably know who they are!
War on Weeds—weeds are everybody’s problem
THE ISSUE: Pineappleweed
Pineappleweed (Chamomilla suaveolens) is a common summer annual broadleaf plant. Found commonly in gardens, lawns, cropland, and open spaces, pineappleweed thrives in harsh soil conditions such as compacted soils and high traffic areas, but not in shade. Pineappleweed germinates in early spring and continues to germinate throughout the year. Flowers can be present all year beginning in late spring.
With lacey leaves and a pineapple smell, pineappleweed is easily identified. Cotyledons are bright green, narrow, thick, and fleshy, pointed or rounded at the tip, hairless, and are about 1/12 to ½ of an inch long and 1/25 of an inch wide. The leaves of the first pair are opposite to one another on the stem, hairless, and their leaf edges range from smooth to deeply lobed. Subsequent leaves are alternate to one another along the stem, deeply lobed to deeply divided into narrow fingerlike lobes, and form a stem. Seedlings grow as a rosette, then the plant branches upward into a small bush (6-12 inches high).
Flower heads are found at the ends of stems, are egg shaped, and are composed of densely packed, tiny, non-showy, yellowish green flowers. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Options:
• Prevention – Learn to identify this plant. Never transport unknown plant material. Effective prevention includes maintaining healthy, competitive desirable vegetation.
• Mechanical – Hand-pull plants in planting beds prior to seed development.
• Chemical – Pre-emergent herbicides may not be effective since pineappleweed germinates yearround. Apply an appropriate post-emergent herbicide directly to target weeds. Many restricted and non-restricted use herbicides are available, for more information visit https://pnwhandbooks.org/ then search “pineappleweed” in the weed section. Always read and follow herbicide label directions! Tom Jacobsen, University of Idaho Extension Educator in Fremont County. (208) 624-3102 tjacobsen@uidaho.edu
New Owner of Subway
BY JARED MOYLE
“After 15 years of being a franchisee at the location Malad, Idaho Subway, I have sold the location to my brother Brandon Moyle. I have
From 11 - 2 pm
enjoyed serving Malad and will miss the wonderful people and just want to thank everyone for their business and support. I have taken a job in Hawaii and plan to move my family over there in the next month. Thank you”
Open House at Library today, August 7
In early June of this year, longtime library director Kathy Kent announced that she would be retiring from that position. Kathy spent 13 years as the director, and a total of 27 working for the Oneida County Library. Longtime Library board member Lois Willie, who served at least 30 years as a member, also announced that she would be retiring from the board.
Since then, Jeni Sperry was hired as the Library Director and Laura deJong as the Assistant Director.
When Kent and Willie announced their intentions to step down, an Open House was tentatively scheduled for later in the summer, and now a specific date has been set.
The date corresponds with this paper’s press day, which is to say Thursday, August 7. The library will host the reception and open house event from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Visitors will have a chance to visit with the two library legends and wish them well as they embark on their
next adventures. Refreshments will be served during the evening, and one hopes (ok, mostly I hope!) that speeches will be given. The library is truly a cornerstone of the community, and many of its programs and initiatives which fill that community support role were directly led or inspired by the two women. Expanded access to internet resources, audiobooks, STEM supplies and activities, learning modules and resources for homeschooling, 3-D printing, laser etching, adult education classes…the list goes on and on.
Sperry and deJong are continuing the great work the library has become known for, but none of it would have been possible without the amazing foundation laid down by Kathy Kent and Lois Willie. So head on down to the library on Thursday and let them know how you have been affected by one of this community’s greatest, sometimes unsung, resources!
Photo courtesy of Caleb Slemmons, National Ecological Observatory Network, Bugwood.org
Former Subway Owner Jared Moyle on the Left and new owner Jared’s brother, Brandon Moyle pictured on the Right.
Lois Willie and Kathy Kent will be honored at a retirement open house at the library on Thursday.
Malad City Newsletter
August 2025
Training Drill -
On August 7, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., there will be an Active Shooter Training Drill held at Malad High School. Please be aware that the drill is being conducted for training of emergency agencies in Malad City and Oneida County to practice the necessary skills and communications that are needed in critical incidents. This is just a drill, so please do not be concerned if you see emergency vehicles coming from the High School to the hospital, or other activity taking place on that day around the high school or Search & Rescue Building involving emergency teams.
Grants –
Malad City is the recipient of two grants where work will be conducted at the Malad City Walking Path.
The first grant is a U.S. Forest Service Grant. A bid was approved from R.S. Jobbers to construct a new gravel walking path up the center of the current walking path, install a sprinkling system on the north half of that path, install 137 new trees around the current walking path, and install a drip system to each of the new trees. Work has already begun on this grant and should be finished within 45 days.
The second grant is a FEMA grant for a new stormwater drainage area. The city owns property northwest of the current walking path. A bid from Reeder Excavating of Malad was recently approved for construction of the new stormwater drain. The entire field will be excavated, with a berm constructed around the drainage area. In addition, a sledding hill is planned for the northeast corner. For the rest of this year, the drainage will continue in the current area in the walking path at the park; and the new stormwater drain will tie into the city’s stormwater drain when the Bannock Street Reconstruction project is completed in 2026. Hess Pumice, Oneida County, and the Malad City crew will be busy removing a lot of dirt from the field and taking it to the IDAWY landfill. Expect to see a lot of trucking taking place during the month of August. Bush Avenue may be busier than normal.
After the construction of the stormwater drain, Phase II of the Forest Service grant will take place. R.S. Jobbers will then install a gravel walking path on top of the berm, a sprinkling system will be installed, grass will be planted, 263 trees will be planted, and a drip system will be constructed to each tree.
At some point, the city will plant grass in the north half of the current walking path. These will be used for non-regulation size soccer fields. The field in the stormwater drain will be equipped with a system to help drain the water off faster, and regulation-size soccer fields will be constructed in that area.
Bannock Street Reconstruction Project -
As indicated, construction on the Bannock Street project will start in 2026. A contractor will be chosen this
fall. There have been some questions regarding the Bannock Street project, which can be answered here. If anyone has further questions, there will be a public meeting held before the project begins.
Question – Why can’t the city just do the work and resurface Bannock Street?
Answer – There are multiple problems with Bannock Street that the city does not have the expertise or equipment to fix. The first problem is with the stormwater drainage, which is not adequate to take care of heavy flows. Flooding occurs on many lots and homes on the east end of Bannock Street. The second problem is that there is not adequate road base on Bannock Street to accommodate the heavy truck traffic. For this reason, the entire road will be cut down and a new base built. The third problem is the high crest on Bannock Street. This will be removed when the road is cut down.
Question – I replaced my own sidewalks. Now you are going to put in new sidewalks and charge the homeowners through an LID. Why do you have to replace my sidewalk?
Answer – It is not possible to remove some sidewalks and leave others. Most of the sidewalks along Bannock Street have not been maintained, causing dangerous situations for many people. The city is required to pay a small percentage as match for the grants, which will be paid through the LID. The LID will be spread over a ten-year period, allowing a homeowner to either pay the cost in full, or pay yearly at a low interest rate. In addition, there will be sidewalks provided beyond the current sidewalks on Bannock Street to the railroad tracks.
Many cities had to turn their federal grants back because they were not signed in time or were not far enough in the planning stages that they were accepted when President Trump reduced federal funding, including federal grants. All three of these projects are federal grants. It may be very difficult in the future for small cities to obtain federal funds for infrastructure. These three projects will help immensely with much needed road work, storm water drainage, and beautifying and adding amenities to the park.
Recent water crisis –
Did we learn anything because of the recent culinary water shutdown in the city? The Public Works Department has set additional alarms and implemented additional protocols to make sure this problem does not happen again. Hopefully some residents realized the importance of signing up for 911 and the city’s new text subscription program, as well as putting in place a water storage program for emergencies. Thank you, everyone, for your understanding and support during this incident.
Note: After the preparation of this newsletter, we received news that FEMA may not be ready for us to start the Stormwater Project. We will keep our citizens posted of any changes that may occur because of this delay.
The rural dimensions of urban sprawl
BY ALLISON ELIASON
It seems like you can’t go anywhere without seeing some sort of new construction underway. New roads going in, new homes being built, or new businesses being erected. The US is certainly in a building phase, an exciting and thrilling prospect for those growing, improving and expanding. Families are building their dream homes, entrepreneurs finally constructing their new building ventures, and new and much closer shopping centers, with all the infrastructure needed to make it all flow.
Amidst the progress, improvements, and fulfilled dreams, there is an underlying worry that we seem to be ignoring. In most cases, those new homes, commercial buildings, shopping centers and roads or going in on top of ag lands, acres that had previously been used to feed the world now turned unproductive.
The online Britannica dictionary defines urban sprawl as the rapid expansion of the geographic extent of cities and towns. We have seen it first hand as communities have building booms, new neighborhoods and communities going up almost overnight in an almost uncontrollable fashion. A little ag land taken out of production here and a little bit there doesn’t seem to make that big of an impact but it does.
Here are the facts- every minute, 4 acres of arable, farmable lands are taken out of production. In a single day, 2,000 acres are lost to development. In an entire year, the agriculture industry loses 2 million acres. Since the year 2000, 50 million acres have been taken out of production. Over 140,000 farms have been lost in 5 years. At the current rate of ag land turnover, there will be little to no available arable acres in 2060.
These numbers are staggering and a little unnerving. Are we really ever going to run out of farm land? No, it’s unlikely. But it is unsettling to see how fast our country is gobbling up land for expansion and development without seeing the big picture, longterm effects and lasting consequences because unfortunately, once ag lands are taken out of production, it is nearly impossible for them to return. And of all the things we can make, more dirt isn’t one of them.
This problem is multi-faceted and can’t alone be blamed on urban expansion. Farming and ranching has become a different business than what it was decades ago. With increasing expenses, labor shortages, and fluctuating markets, selling out seems like the safe way to go for producers. The ever increasing land values and prices make it an appealing
transaction for farmers and ranchers to help their bottom dollar. Whether it is just 5 acres or 500, just a parcel of their land or everything, the payout is enticing. In other instances, the next generation of farmers and ranchers are either unwilling or unable to take over for aging producers. Some don’t have the interest to come back to the family operation but others aren’t able to take on the financing of such an establishment. Expansion and construction continues to drive land prices ever higher, beyond the reach of not only new farmers and ranchers, but even established and profitable operations. With the ag producers out of the picture, all that is left to buy the land is developers.
Other productive acres have been lost to energy companies looking to put wind or solar developments. Needing significant space in order to produce substantial enough energy to make such projects worthwhile, thousands of acres have been lost to a whole different kind of farming.
Not only are we farming and ranching on fewer acres, but we are having to feed more and more mouths. It is estimated in 2050 the worldwide population will reach 10 billion people. With so many already suffering from food insecurity, the prospect of feeding billions more seems daunting.
The benefits of farm and ranch lands aren’t only in what they produce, but also in how they support wildlife and biodiversity, help provide clean water, and decrease natural disasters like floods and fire.
With such an ominous challenge before us, we have to ask- what can we do about it?
Honestly, I don’t know if there is much we can do. Our efforts at this point may only be a drop in a bucket, but maybe that’s all we need to turn the tide.
The first step has to be a controlled, reined in urban growth. Development of the highest quality agricultural land should especially be avoided. Next agricultural land losses can be minimized with more efficient urban development. If possible, avoid rural residential development. Implementing more conservation easements in the future could help mitigate the loss of agricultural land loss. And in the end, encouraging a favorable agricultural climate to support farmers and ranchers and keep them from selling their productive lands.
Idaho isn’t immune to urban growth and ag land losses. Since 2017 we have lost more than 20 million acres. We may not be in a crisis now, but without intentional measures to protect productive acres there could be a day we are.
Grandparents Only
Not recommended for parents or kids...
By Gramma Dot
Just got back from a little get-away with some high school friends. We rented an Airbnb in Salt Lake and met for a four-day R&R. We have traditionally stayed in hotels with a pool, but we were staying for four days which was longer than usual, and we wanted more room than a hotel provides. So, we decided to try something new, hence the Airbnb. Essentially, we swapped the pool for more room and more days.
When we walked in the door, Dix said, “This place is older than my house.”
I thought, “Maybe this wasn’t such a good idea.” Turns out it was a great idea. Everyone had her own bedroom. We had a table for games…no setting up the hotel ironing board for Five Crowns. We congregated for movies, eating, water coloring, chit-chat and games in the great room, then moved to our own space for sleeping.
We took field trips each day. On Wednesday, we went downtown to the museum. None of us had been to the museum in years, not since our own kids were little when we spent most of the time herding them. Who knew what a pleasure exploring a museum could be? We strolled the historical area on the first floor, which took a while to navigate and appreciate.
When I went to the second level to see the art exhibits, a group of white-shirt-and-tie gentlemen, along with some well-dressed la -
dies were listening to the art museum curator at the top of the stairs. I couldn’t get by, so I hung out on the periphery and listened. The curator was explaining how the museum attracted artists, how they chose what to display and what types of pieces they were looking for. It was interesting and as they moved into the display areas, I asked a gentleman standing next to me who this group was. They were people who procure art for the church and make decisions about what is hung in churches, temples, office buildings, etc. I thanked him and went on my way and then remembered that Arch Williams (Cordell and Maisie’s son) did something like that. The guy I just talked to sort of looked like Cordell. I turned around, found the group, spotted my acquaintance and sidled up to him and asked if he was Arch Williams. He was, and when I told him my name, he was so excited to see a Malad person he left his group. Mel and Deb joined us, and we had a little reunion right there. Now, the amazing thing is we didn’t really know Arch when he lived in Malad. We knew he was Lou’s little brother. He didn’t know us either, but for about 20 minutes we were best friends. It just made us happy. It’s a Good Life when you connect with people who have the same roots as you. Funny thing is we stopped at Maddox on the way home and ran into Alyce, Dixie, Susan and Jody…more Maladians, more connections, more of the Good Life!
NEWS OF RECORD
ONEIDA COUNTY SHERIFF’S
OFFICE
Marinn Afton Brown, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Carter James Carey, Malad, fail to register vehicle annually, $10.50, costs
$56.50
MALAD CITY
Erick Rosas Palacios, Magna, driving with expired license, $44.50, costs $56.50
IDAHO STATE POLICE
Charles Peter Fisher, Bozeman, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50 Mary Elizabeth Fox, Saint Johns, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50 Matthew Ryan Lauter, Boise, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50 Joshua Alexander Moore, Fort Drum, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50 Joseph Parampathu, Irvine, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50
Ritesh R Sheth, Edison, speeding, $33.50, cost $56.50
Judy H Smith, Spokane, operation of motor vehicle while operating mobile device, $75.00, costs $56.50
Bradley Aaron Woods, Arlington, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
MAGISTRATE COURT
Raysha DeAngelo, Malad, use or possess drug paraphernalia with intent to use, $102.50, costs $197.50 – Agency: OCSO
Jeffre Albert Shepherd, Malad, resisting or obstructing officers, $92.50, costs $192.50, 90 days jail, 84 days jail suspended, 18 months probation;consume or possess open container by driver, $62.50, costs $187.50, 90 days jail, 90 days jail suspended, 18 months probation; reckless driving, $142.50, costs $157.50, 90 days jail, 90 days jail suspended, 18 months probation –Agency: MCPD
CLASSIFIEDS
MAIELI’S THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE – Neck or Whiplash Issues or for just a great massage. Call Maieli Murray (626) 337 - 0772 (1-52)
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)
ANNOUNCEMENTS, MALAD
ALANON - We are only a phone call away. For information on meet-
ings, call 208-220-5295 or 208251-9808. (1-52)
MOVING- ITEMS FOR SALE! Aug 15-16 10AM-5PM. Banquet tables, folding chairs, porch swing, plywood, adult bikes, bookcases, metal 3- shelf units. Call or text (307) 413-4498 for details.
1993 Dodge Pickup, Ram 250, LE, 2WD, Single Cab, Long Bed Auto, 360, new tires, brakes, and exhaust. PW window/locks, SR window, no rust. 64,000 original miles. Asking 7,500 OBO. Call Todd @ 801-663-6288
BIRTHDAYS
Terra J Daniels, Aug. 8
David Parry Evans, IV, Aug. 8
Shae Neal, Aug. 8
Bryan D. Scott, Aug. 9
Kevin Glascock, Aug. 9
Chris Showell, Aug. 9
Audrey Thomas, Aug. 9
Logan Atkinson, Aug. 10
Cody Hess, Aug. 10
Pat Sorensen, Aug. 10
Joseph Thomas, Aug. 10
Connie Bastian, Aug. 11
Patrick Bennett, Aug. 11
Martha Ward, Aug. 11
Paula Bradford, Aug. 12
Brittani Coburn, Aug. 12
Hope Green, Aug. 12
Tori Green, Aug. 12
Charlotte Jones, Aug. 12
Tricia Marble, Aug. 12
Trisha Moss, Aug. 12
Michael Salter, Aug. 12
Heber Bott, Aug. 13
Ross Daniels, Aug. 13
Toralyn Hill, Aug. 13
Kathy Hubbard, Aug. 13
Brian Jeppsen, Aug. 13
Sheree Jones, Aug. 13
Meagan Lish, Aug. 13
Ryan Ward, Aug. 13
Nancy Benson, Aug. 14
Tyrell Bowen, Aug. 14
Larry John, Aug. 14
Brett Lamb, Aug. 14
Shannon Williams, Aug. 14
Ruth Zivkovic, Aug. 14
Cale Briggs, Aug. 14
Ruby Vanderwoude, Aug. 14
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
Curlew Senior Citizens’ Menu
Every meal served with Juice/ Milk/Coffee & Salad Bar Aug 7 - BBQ Sandwiches, Potato Salad, Grapes, Breadstick, Dessert Aug 12 - Chicken Broccoli Alfredo, Sliced Apples, Rolls, Dessert
Malad Senior Citizens’ Menu
Every meal served with Juice/ Milk/Coffee
Aug 8 - French Dip Sandwiches, 3 Bean Salad, Fresh Fruit, Dessert Aug 13 -Birthday Dinner, Pork Chops, Mashed Potatoes, Carrots, Rolls, Dessert
ON THIS DAY
1606 Possible first performance of Shakespeare’s tragedy Macbeth, performed in the Great Hall at Hampton Court Palace for King James l
1782 Commander of the Continental Army, George Washington, creates two Honorary Badges of Distinction and a Badge of Military Merit (now the Purple Heart). First time military awards are presented to common soldiers
1882 Hatfields of south West Virginia and McCoys of east Kentucky feud, 100 wounded or die
1940 Largest amount paid for a stamp ($45,000 for one 1856 British Guiana)
1944 IBM dedicates the first program-controlled calculator, the Automatic Sequence Controlled Calculator (known best as the Harvard Mark l)
1959 Explorer 6 transmits first TV photo of Earth from space
1974 Philippe Petit walk tightrope strung between twin towers
1987 Lynne Cox becomes the first woman to swim from the US to the Soviet Union, 4.3 km across the Bering Sea in water temperature averaging 43 to 44 ˚F
1992 The Orlando Magic signs NBA No. 1 draft pick Shaquille O’Neal
2007 “Eclipse” 3rd book in Stephenie Meyer’s “Twilight Saga” is published by Little Brown - initial print run 1 million copies
2016 United States men’s 4 x 100m freestyle relay team wins the final in 3:09.92 at the Rio de Janeiro Olympics; Michael Phelps’ record 19th Olympic gold medal
1946 First US commemorative coin of an African American, Booker T. Washington (half dollar)
BRAIN TEASERS
LOOKING BACK
5 YEARS AGO (2020)
Malad Dragons, a 14 and under softball team, finished in second place in the Silver Bracket for the Cache Tournament, held last weekend July 30 - August 1, in Logan. This team includes Kaitlynn Pickett, Alivia Briel, Teagan Daniels, Brylee Oglesbee, Tylee Venable, Anistyn Tovey, Hadlee Summers, Bostyn Combs, Hallie Horsley, Adley Kimberling, Brookelyn Daniels, Marinn Brown, Riglee Peterson, Bailee Owens, and Coaches Brad Horsley and Shandlee O’Neal.
The Malad High School softball team held their annual Summer Softball Olympics last week to celebrate the conclusion of summer practices. There were four regular practices held during the summer break. The Olympics were held on the field behind Malad Elementary on Wednesday, July 29. Sixteen girls competed in this year’s event.
The girls competed in several different softball related events. The events included a water balloon toss, a water sponge catapult, which launched a water-soaked sponge in the air for teammates to catch and empty into a bucket, and a timed obstacle course in which the girls had to jump over and crawl through obstacles as well as throw a softball through a target.
Riley Doruis took top honors in the overall competition, earning first place. Adley Kimberling and Peyton Sweat tied for second place. Maggie Willie earned the third-place medal with Beth McClain and Kaitlyn Pickett tying for fourth.
The competition was also based on a team score. The first-place team for the day was CIL (Can’t Imagine Losing). This team included Maggie Willie, Chloe Udy, Beth McClain, Peyton Sweat and Shaelie Ketchall. 10 YEARS AGO (2015)
Matte Foster is the Cowboy Classic Rodeo Queen for 2015, named July 28 at the Oneida Fairgrounds. First attendant is Allie Ward and Taylor Preece is second attendant.
Making up the Junior Cowboy Classic Rodeo Royalty for 2015 are Jr. Queen Tearsy Freeman, Brooklyn Bates as second attendant and Cambri Christophersen as first attendant. Princess Royalty for the rodeo is Princess Oaklie Hebdon, first attendant Bella Douglas, and as second attendant Mikell Keetch
Recently at the Professional/Technical conference held in Boise, Shantel Tavoian was presented with the New Career and Technical Education Teacher of the Year in Family and Consumer Sciences.
Adult living students earned the first place award in a recent competition on gender equality. The team members are Cheyenne Mattox, Bailee Barber, Mackenzie Walton, Zander Christianson and Fernando Ortega.
The Malad Dragon traveling baseball team played a lot of baseball together this summer. Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise, the team included Coach Brad Horsley, Batboy Ethan Horsley, Kyler Horsley, Jace Williams, Tayson Davis, Cody Wilkins, Dylan Driessen, Justin Wittman, Ashton Parker, Colton Ihler, Dillon Evans, Daxton Woodmancy and Coach Casey Woodmancy.
15 YEARS AGO (2010)
Malad LDS Stake members who attended the groundbreaking service for the new Brigham City, Utah Temple in Brigham City came away edified and humbled. Those who went to the Malad Stake Center to watch the event via satellite ended up being disappointed, however, as technical difficulties interfered with the reception and they saw only portions of the program.
A charity concert at the Malad City Park amphitheater generated $450.00 in donations to the Guatemala 911 project on Wednesday, July 28.
The Steven Halliday Band and Rough Stock performed at the event and, despite inclement weather, attracted about 70 people. The bands donated their time, equipment and talents for the fundraiser.
Blake Thomas, son of Brenda and Dennis Thomas of Malad, has received his Professional Engineering License.
The John V. Evans monument that honors the former Governor of Idaho, who hails from Malad, is back in
its spot on the corner of North Main and Bannock after being broken for a year. The original was broken in off last summer when a motorist lost control of his vehicle and stuck the monument.
Players winning first in their age division in the Punt, Pass, and Kick League at the MHS Football Camp were Calvin Willie, Justin Hubbard, Bracken Degn and Braxton Clark. 20 YEARS AGO (2005)
Thomas Market makes the frontpage news twice.
A $100 reward has been offered for information leading to the identification of the person or persons who vandalized the bear carving at Thomas Market.
Someone smeared a “very sticky” bluish/green material on the eyes and nose of the carving. The same material was then used to write obscenities on the bear.
A strong thunderstorm that went through the Malad Valley Saturday afternoon took an electric transformer out at Thomas Market. The lightning struck a power pole in front of the store. The strike sent a power surge through the underground wiring to the rear of the building where it blew out the transformer.
This month’s winner of Northern Title Company’s “Good Deeds Done Daily” award is a very special person in the community who was initially nominated and brought to the attention of Northern Title by U. S. Bank. The more people we contacted to get information about Wally Facer, however, the longer the list of individuals wishing to nominate him grew. There are probably many more out there, who have been helped in one way or another by this kind and giving man, than we even know about.
25 YEARS AGO (2000)
Talk of a new Malad LDS Stake Center, circulating for months, is true. Ground-breaking for the new Stake Center took place July 25 on a plot of ground north of the Field of Dreams Subdivision, located on 1100 West between 1000 and 1500 North. The 24,460 square foot Legacy model - the biggest single-chapel stake center that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints builds – is expected to be completed by June of 2001.
Aaron Griffiths and Cynthia Moss, of Malad, have been selected to participate in the Governor’s Arts Workshop as part of the Governor’s Millennium Awards in the Arts celebration.
Among the recent scholarship recipients from Southeast Idaho is Jaimi D. Stokes, who was awarded an Access Grant in the amount of $500 per semester. Jaimi is the daughter of Boyd and Maureen Stokes.
Lana Tripp has been named the Malad Women’s Bowling Association’s Bowler of the Year for 19992000, determined in a roll-off on April 19.
30 YEARS AGO (1995)
Properties in the far western end of Oneida County are no longer in the Fire District after county commissioners voted for de-annexation in a public hearing. De-annexed land takes in South Bull Canyon on the north and includes land west of Meadow Brook Road and the Curlew National Grasslands all the way to the Utah/Idaho border. It includes the Sublett mountain range.
The Malad Valley EMT unit will be moving its headquarters to the basement of the hospital, where space has been made available for its computer. The office space it has been utilizing, in the old FmHA office, will be rented to the school district for a superintendent’s office.
With no Mormon cricket problems to speak of, most of the 80,000 pounds of bait the county has had stored will be sent back, Rauhn Panting said.
Sheriff Bill Neal and his wife, Marie, returned from Atlanta, Georgia, after attending the National Association of Counties Convention. While there, they spent a day with Dr. Gerald and Julie Goodenough and Juanita Hole.
Derek Ipsen, son of Foster and Kathy Ipsen, will begin Medical School on August 14, in Kansas City, Missouri.
40 YEARS AGO (1985)
Coaches Roselyn Brimhall and Terry Jones received special recognition
Tuesday, July 30, as the Idaho coaches Association awarded them “Coach of The Year” honors. The awards were presented at the 38th annual Coaches Clinic held at Elkhorn in Sun Valley from July 29 – 31.
Yard of The Month honors for August go to Vi and Ted Bowen at 620 N. 600 W. Their well-kept yard is picture perfect sitting upon the hill surrounding their lovely home. Mrs. Bowen admits many hours of hard work keeping it that way.
Jeff Richins, a Malad resident, was recently made a supervisor over Swivel Rockers in the upholstery line at the La-Z-Boy Chair Company in Tremonton, Utah. His new position will give him responsibility over a crew of eight. Other La-Z-Boy supervisors from Malad include Max Neal, who is over the finish room, and Connie Lewis, who is supervisor in final assembly.
50 YEARS AGO (1975)
Three candidates have announced intentions to seek city offices in the upcoming fall elections, one for mayor and two for city council. M.R. (Swede) Hanson is, at the time, the only candidate for mayor.
Announced candidates for city council are Marvin Hess, co-owner of Hess Pumice Products, and Craig Jones, manager of the Corner Bar. Glen B. Williams, mayor of Malad for the past 11 years, will not be running again.
Malad has been awarded two substantial Federal grants for community development, Mayor Glen B. Williams says.
The Farm Home Administration has pledged $80,000 for the initial construction phase of an Industrial Park. In addition, the Department of Housing and Urban Development has put up $50,249 for a water resource.
Kevin Blaisdell, son of Mr. and Mrs. Waldo J. Blaisdell, has received a trophy for high-point man on the College of Southern Idaho’s track team.
60 YEARS AGO (1965)
San Antonio, Texas – Airman Third Class Ernest G. Schwartz, son of Mr. and Mrs. Rex B. Schwartz, Malad, has been selected for technical train-
ing at Sheppard AFB, Texas, as a U. S. Air Force statistical data specialist. Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise is Mayor John V. Evans as he turns the first shovel of dirt in groundbreaking ceremonies, which marked the start of construction on Mtn. States Tel. & Tel.’s. new dial system building on Malad’s Main Street. Also pictured are Melvin Hess, building contractor; Stephen L. Smith, president of the Malad Stake of the LDS Church; C. Ed. Robinson, Malad, Manager for Mtn. States T. & T.; Mayor Evans, Fritz Hummel, architect of Hummel, Hummel and Jones; Ren Thomson, Malad Chamber of Commerce president; Clair Davis, Malad Lions Club president; Bernard Nielsen, Mtn. States T. & T. engineer.
Three Malad students attending Utah State University at Logan have been named to the scholastic honor roll for spring quarter. The three students names are James Spencer Ward, College of Business and Social Sciences, Thomas Peter Thomas, College of Engineering, and Douglas J. Castleton, College of Humanities and Arts.
70 YEARS AGO (1955)
Melvin L. Peterson, Chief Machinist’s Mate, USN, of Malad, Idaho, retired from the Navy, as of July 1, 1955, and has been transferred to the Fleet Reserve after completing 20 years of active duty. He enlisted in November 1935, at the age of 19. Mrs. Laura Jones, Malad, was elected president of Idaho War Mothers at concluding convention sessions Wednesday in Idaho Falls. Mrs. Laura Bowen, Malad, was elected corresponding secretary.
War Mothers from Malad attending the convention were Mrs. Laura Jones, Mrs. Cassie Morgan, Mrs. Laura Bowen, Mrs. Kate Stayner, Mrs. LaDean Baker, Mrs. Oliver Salvesen, Mrs. Hazel Jones, Mrs. Nell Ward, Mrs. Oneita Thomas.
Mrs. Mona Davis, recent speaker at the Malad Presbyterian Church, is author of the book, “Seek First the Kingdom”, an essay on the teachings of Jesus Christ. Her husband, Ralph W. Davis, an employee of the C.A.A., is working temporarily at the Malad Airfield C.A.A. station.
10 YEARS AGO (2015) Accepting her award as New Technical/Professional Educator of the Year is Shantel Tavoian (left). She accepted the award from Shanon Holt.
60 YEARS AGO (1965) Mayor John V. Evans takes the first shovel of dirt in ground-breaking ceremonies which marked the start of construction on Mtn. States Tel. & Tel’s. new dial system building on Malad’s Main Street. Left to right are Melvin Hess, building contractor; Stephen L. Smith, president of the Malad Stake of the LDS Church; C. Ed. Robinson, Malad manager for Mtn. States T. & T., Mayor Evans, Fritz Hummel, architect of Hummel, Hummel & Jones; Ren Thomson, Malad Chamber of Commerce president; Claire Davis, Malad Lions Club president; Bernard Nielsen, Mtn. States T. & T. engineer.
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RACINE OLSON, PLLP
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Pocatello, Idaho 83204-1391
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IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF ONEIDA
In the matter of the Estate of: LARRY WAYNE DICKERSON
Deceased.
Case No. CV36-25-0076
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that RUSSEL TALBOT has been appointed personal representative of the estate of the above-named decedent. All persons having claims against the decedent or the estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented to the undersigned at the address indicated and filed with the Clerk of the Court.
DATED this 8TH day of July, 2025.
RACINE OLSON, PLLP
By:
ASHLEY
M. PERRY
Attorney for Personal Representative
P. O. Box 1391
Pocatello, Idaho 83204-1391
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Lewis N. Stoddard, Bar Number 7766 Benjamin J. Mann, Bar Number 10198 Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C.
300 W. Main Street, Suite 150 Boise, ID 83702
Phone: 801-355-2886
Facsimile: 801-328-9714
lewis@hwmlawfirm.com
Attorney for Plaintiff | HWM File No. ID21861
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF ONEIDA
Planet Home Lending LLC, Plaintiff,
v. Unknown Heirs and Devisees of the Estate of Martha S. Pritchard; and Unknown Parties in Possession of or with an interest in the real property commonly known as: 22490 W 10500 S, Stone, ID 83252, Defendants.
NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE
Case No.: CV36-24-0120
Under and by virtue of a Writ of Special Execution issued in the above-entitled action on the 22nd day of May, 2025, I am commanded to sell at public auction all of Defendants’ rights and interest to the below described property:
A PARCEL OF LAND AND HOME LOCATED IN SECTION 23, TOWNSHIP 16 SOUTH, RANGE 32 EAST, BOISE MERIDIAN, ONEIDA COUNTY, IDAHO, AND FURTHER DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE EAST HALF OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 23, THENCE RUNNING EAST 408 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 240 FEET; THENCE WEST 408 FEET; THENCE NORTH 240 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
Property Address: 22490 W 10500 S, Stone, ID 83252
Notice is hereby given that on the _19th_day of _August_, 2025 at _10:00 AM_ on the front steps of the Oneida County Courthouse at 10 Court St., Malad City, ID 83252, the above-described property will be sold to the highest bidder to satisfy Plaintiff`s judgment, with interest and costs. The highest bidder must tender to the Sheriff the full bid amount, in the form of a cashier`s check, at the time of sale. The sale is
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made without any warranty whatsoever, including but not limited to any warranty as to title, liens, possession, taxes, encumbrances, or condition of the property.
The purchaser will be entitled to a deed for the premises so sold at the expiration of the sixmonth redemption period.
The Sheriff will give possession, but does not guarantee clear title nor continue possessory right to the purchaser.
Dated this _11th_ day of _ June_, 2025.
Oneida County Sheriff
By:
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Request for Proposals
The Idaho Transportation Department, Consultant Services Group, is soliciting proposals for Project Development Services for the following project: Bannock St Reconstruction, Phase 2, Key No. 24354. Proposals are due on August 26, 2025, no later than 4:00 pm MDT.
The solicitation is available for viewing and printing on the following web site: http://itd.idaho.gov/ business/?target=consultantagreements.
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Samaria Recreation District Notice
The Samaria Recreation District Will Hold its annual Budget Meeting on August 21, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at the Samaria Park.
The Proposed Budget is as follows:
Income................$10,000.00 Maintenance.........$4,000.00 Electricity..............$1,354.00 Advertising..............$400.00 Propane..................$400.00 Trash......................$264.00 Improvements......$6,000.00
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PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENT TO PROPOSE OR PROMULGATE NEW OR CHANGED AGENCY RULES
The following agencies of the state of Idaho have published the complete text and all related, pertinent information concerning their intent to change or make the following rules in the latest publication of the state Administrative Bulletin.
The proposed rule public hearing request deadline is Augst 20, 2025, unless otherwise posted. The proposed rule written comment submission deadline is Augst 27, 2025, unless otherwise posted. (Temp & Prop) indicates the rulemaking is both Temporary and Proposed. (*PH) indicates that a public hearing has been scheduled.
IDAPA 11 – IDAHO STATE POLICE
700 S Stratford Dr, Meridian, ID 83642 11-0601-2501, Rules Governing Civil Asset Forfeiture Reporting. Zero-Based Regulation (ZBR) Chapter Rewrite provides a civil asset forfeiture reporting form for local law enforcement agencies to submit certain information to their local prosecuting attorneys. 11-1001-2501, Rules Governing Idaho Public Safety and Security Information System. ZBR Chapter Rewrite governs operation of the Idaho Public Safety and Security Information System known as “ILETS” and sets forth: who may access; authority and responsibilities of the Board Executive Officer; ILETS program responsibilities, security, and agency network access; and user access fees, responsibilities, and sanctions. *11-1002-2501, Rules Governing State Criminal History Records and Crime Information. (*PH) ZBR Chapter Rewrite relates to the operation of criminal history records and crime information, outlining procedures for expungement as well as for contesting the accuracy and completeness of a record, and sets fees for various
types of services available. 11-1003-2501, Rules Governing the Sex Offender Registry. ZBR Chapter Rewrite gathers pertinent offender information, establishes notification processes, details expungement of registry information procedure, and substantiates equivalent or similar crimes criteria for the administration of the state’s sex offender central registry for both adult and juvenile offenders.
IDAPA 18 – IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE
PO Box 83720, Boise, ID 837200043
*18-0405-2501, Self-Funded Health Care Plans Rule. (*PH) ZBR Chapter Rewrite supplements statutory provisions addressing SelfFunded Health Care Plans by providing the director authority to investigate an application; trust fund receivables, reserves, and surplus; bonding; and requirements for contribution rates, contracts, services, and records.
*18-0406-2501, Governmental Self-Funded Employee Health Care Plans Rule. (*PH) ZBR Chapter Rewrite supplements statutory provisions for Joint Public Agency Self-Funded Health Care Plans by providing the director authority to investigate, application requirements and dates, definition of needed liability, and establishment of reserve bases.
*18-0411-2501, Long-Term Care Insurance Minimum Standards. (*PH) ZBR Chapter Rewrite promotes the public interest and availability of long-term care insurance coverage with the intent to protect applicants from unfair sales and enrollment practices and facilitate public understanding, comparison, flexibility, and innovation in the development of long-term care insurance.
*18-0412-2501, The Small Employer Health Insurance and Availability Act. (*PH) ZBR Chapter Rewrite promotes broader spreading of risk in the small employer marketplace and to regulate all health benefit plans sold to small employers.
*18-0413-2501, The Individual Health Insurance Availability Act. (*PH) ZBR Chapter Rewrite promotes broader spreading of risk in the individual marketplace and to regulate all health benefit plans sold to eligible individuals.
*18-0414-2501, Coordination of Benefits. (*PH) ZBR Chapter Rewrite allows insurance plans to include a coordination of benefits (COB) provision; establishes a uniform order of benefit determination; provides authority for the transfer of information and funds; reduces duplication of benefits and claim payment delays; requires COB provisions be consistent with rules; and provides efficiency in processing claims.
*18-0415-2501, Rules Governing Short-Term Health Insurance Coverage. (*PH) ZBR Chapter Rewrite implements Idaho law regarding shortterm limited-duration insurance by defining requirements for enhanced short-term plans and nonrenewable short-term coverage, including minimum standards for benefits, rating rules, enrollment, renewability, and required disclosure provisions.
*18-0605-2501, Managing General Agents. (*PH) ZBR Chapter Rewrite administers provisions in the Managing General Agent Act, which includes governing qualifications and procedures for acquiring the status as a Managing General Agent.
IDAPA 20 – IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF LANDS 2550 Highway 2 West, Sandpoint, ID 83864 20-0308-2501, Easements on State-Owned Lands. ZBR Chapter Rewrite sets forth procedures for issuance of easements on all lands within the jurisdiction of the Board of Land Commissioners except for stateowned navigable waterways but does not apply to hydroelectric project easements.
IDAPA 52 – IDAHO STATE LOTTERY
1199 Shoreline Ln, Ste 100, Boise, ID 83702
52-0103-2501, Rules Governing Operations of the Idaho State Lottery. ZBR Chapter Rewrite provides: definitions and guidance to Lottery players and winners; direction for validating and claiming winning tickets; descriptions of all Lottery game types; guidelines for retailers
and vendors selling Lottery products or products to the Lottery; and gaming entities’ recordkeeping and participation guidelines in charitable bingo or raffles.
IDAPA 58 – DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY 1410 N Hilton St, Boise, ID 83706
58-0105-2501, Rules and Standards for Hazardous Waste. To maintain DEQ program primacy, proposed changes update incorporated by reference documents to ensure consistency with the federal regulations implementing the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act as directed by the Idaho Hazardous Waste Management Act. Comment by 9/3/25
58-0106-2501, Solid Waste Management Rules. ZBR Chapter Rewrite requires state authorization prior to disposal of a solid waste by implementing an open dumping prohibition, establishes standards applicable to all solid waste and management facilities in Idaho, with specific exclusions, and provides supplemental requirements to the Idaho Solid Waste Facilities Act for commercial facilities. Comment by 9/3/25
NOTICE OF ADOPTED / AMENDED PROCLAMATION(S) IDAPA 13 – IDAHO FISH AND GAME COMMISSION 13-0000-2500P5, Establishing Seasons and Limits for Hunting, Fishing, and Trapping in Idaho
NOTICES OF INTENT TO PROMULGATE RULES –NEGOTIATED RULEMAKING
(Please see the Administrative Bulletin for dates and times of meetings and other participant information)
IDAPA 24 – DIVISION OF
OCCUPATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSES
24-0201-2501, Rules of the State Athletic Commission 24-0501-2501, Rules of the Board of Drinking Water and Wastewater Professionals 24-2301-2501, Rules of the Speech, Hearing, and Communication Services Licensure Board 24-3201-2501, Rules of the Idaho Board of Licensure of Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors 24-3501-2501, Rules of the Outfitters and Guides Licensing Board 24-3930-2502, Rules of Building Safety (Building Code Rules) 24-4101-2501 (New Chapter), Rules of the Long-Term Care Administrators Board
IDAPA 31 – IDAHO PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION 31-2701-2501 (New Chapter), Rules Governing Pole Attachments
IDAPA 58 – DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY 58-0108-2502, Idaho Rules for Public Drinking Water Systems
Please refer to the Idaho Administrative Bulletin August 6, 2025, Volume 25-8, for the notices and text of all rulemakings, proclamations, negotiated rulemaking and public hearing information and schedules, executive orders of the Governor, and agency contact information.
Issues of the Idaho Administrative Bulletin can be viewed at www. adminrules.idaho.gov/ Office of the Administrative Rules Coordinator, Division of Financial Management, PO Box 83720, Boise, ID 83720-0032 Phone: 208-334-3900; Email: adminrules@dfm.idaho.gov #5747-08-07-25-T1
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Oneida County Fire District board of Fire Commissioners will meet on August 11, 2025, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., at the Malad Fire Station, 92 South 1-West, Malad City, Idaho, to adopt the proposed budget for 2025-2026 fiscal year.
is the proposed budget:
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Burn Ban in Effect in Oneida County
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-bycase basis. Contact the Pocatello Regional Office for more Information regarding CRB permit approval at 208-236-6160.
Fish and Game Hunting Notes
Hunters: Now is the perfect time to dial in your bow or firearm
Idaho Fish and Game encourages hunters to dust off their firearms or bows and visit their local shooting or archery ranges to get dialed in for hunting season. Hunting season will be here before we know it. If you haven’t already, here’s why now is the perfect time to dust off that firearm or bow in preparation for the 2025 season.
Only accurate rifles (and bows) are interesting
In a 1957 issue of American Rifleman Magazine, famed writer and marksman Col. Townsend Whelen quipped that “only accurate rifles are interesting.” Townsend argued that only those who spent the time sighting in and taking pride in their firearm –we’ll go ahead and assume he meant bows as well – produced rewarding outcomes as their skillset and marksmanship increased. Shooters who neglected their firearms, on the other hand, found the road to proficiency to be long and arduous, eventually losing interest in their hobby and soon disposing of it altogether.
As hunting season approaches, let Whelen’s remark serve as a reminder that taking pride in your firearm or bow is merely the prologue to yet another edition of the hunting season. An obvious, yet important, reminder: Your hunt will not end successfully if you can’t deliver a bullet or arrow on target when it matters most.
“Taking the time to prepare and become a better marksman is a hallmark of an ethical hunter,” said Brenda Beckley, Hunter Education Administrator. “And the better marksman you become, the better your chances of successfully harvesting an animal.”
Now that we’ve established the when to get started improving your aim, here’s the how.
Pre-Season Prep Tips--Rifles
For rifle hunters, many shooting experts recommend setting your initial target at 25 yards to make sure you hit the paper if you have a new rifle, have replaced a scope or don’t know where your rifle is hitting. After shooting at that distance, move your target out to 100 yards or more to finish the sighting-in process.
Consistent accuracy is the ultimate goal when practicing shooting skills, so it’s important that hunters consider their effective shooting range and practice at all distances out to that maximum number.
It’s also important to practice from a variety of shooting positions and not just from a bench. Think about it. When that 4-point buck or 6-point bull pauses along the hillside, you’re not going to have the luxury of a bench rest and 5 minutes of slow breathing when you go to take that shot.
Shooters should try to replicate the conditions they are likely to encounter in the field as closely as possible, so after your rifle is sighted in, consider doing some exercise to get your heart rate elevated and your lungs working harder to mimic what shooting may feel like in the field.
“We stress in our hunter education courses that all hunters have an ethical obligation to know their personal limits and be prepared,” Beckley said. “Practicing often, at a variety of distances and from a number of different shooting positions, will help hunters prepare for a variety of situations they may encounter.”
Hot Tip: Hunters should always use the same ammunition for hunting as they did when sighting in their rifle.
Pre-Season Prep Tips—Shotguns
Don’t let the Elmer Fudd cartoons fool you – there’s a lot more to using a shotgun than just spraying a target with pellets. When it comes to preparation for wing shooting, hunters should focus on practicing different shots at different angles that may at first seem difficult.
Hot Tip: Be sure you use the choke and shell combination you plan to use for the hunting season. Modified chokes produce a moderately tight pattern, good for rabbits, quail and upland game birds. Full chokes have an even tighter pattern and are best suited for turkey, squirrels and other game at longer range.
Patterning a shotgun before the season is a fairly common practice with turkey hunters, but it’s something upland and migratory bird hunters should consider, too. Knowing your pattern density at given distances can help you determine your effective range, and give you a good idea of how your shotgun performs with a particular choke and shell combination. Every shotgun is different, and your shotgun will likely perform differently if you change either of those variables.
Pre-Season Prep Tips—Bows
By this point in the game, most archery hunters using traditional and compound bows will already be dialed in as early-season and archery-only hunts kick off in late August.
But if you’re new to the sport of bow hunting, you should start by visiting your local bow shop and get your bow tuned up, especially if you haven’t shot much or at all since last fall.
After that, it’s time to get your body back into shooting shape and practice at known and unknown distances. Archery ranges with life-sized, 3D targets are good place to practice your shooting and estimating distance in a field setting.
Hot Tip: Estimating distance is a lot more crucial in archery than in rifle hunting. To become proficient at gauging distances in the field, sharpen your eye by making estimates on various landmarks or 3D targets. Once you make an assessment, whip out your trusty rangefinder and confirm just how close or far off your naked eye was.
Remember that most ranges will not allow you to shoot broadheads, and they usually shoot differently than field tips, so you will need to resight in your bow when you make the switch.
So whether you’re hauling a rifle or a recurve out into the field with you this hunting season, proper maintenance and preparation is a must. Be sure to brush up on your marksmanship and take care of your weapon to ensure a fun, safe (and “interesting”) hunt.
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Op-Ed: See You at the Fair!
BY DOROTHY MOON, IDGOP CHAIRWOMAN
There’s nothing quite so American as an old-fashioned county fair. It’s a veritable smorgasbord of animals, games, vendors, and more food than you could eat in a week, drawing thousands from surrounding communities to celebrate summer and American traditions.
Wherever American traditions are celebrated, the Idaho GOP is there. Stop by your county or regional fair and you’ll find local Republican volunteers with signs, literature, and information about upcoming elections and elected representatives.
You might even catch a candidate or elected official manning the booth!
Fairs remind us of our heritage. The sight of young people showing off the cows, pigs, chickens, and other animals they’ve raised by hand hasn’t changed much in the past hundred years. Idaho still depends heavily on pastures, dairies, and farms, and so our future depends on young people taking up that mantle.
Fairs are also a chance for small business owners to present their products. Just like the old-time peddler in the days before telephones and automobiles, today’s entrepreneurs come to the fair to connect with the community and meet potential customers.
The Idaho GOP is proud to be part of this amazing tradition. Our party is built from the ground up, so when you stop by our booth, you’ll be talking with your neighbors—people who’ve
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taken up the cause of faith, family, and freedom in the Gem State.
In a world where discourse has become bitter and impersonal, conducted behind keyboards and screens, county fairs give us a chance to meet face to face. I’ve had plenty of tough conversations while manning the GOP booth! It’s a good reminder that neither our friends nor our opponents are faceless automatons or AI chatbots, but real people made in God’s image. At the fair this year, you’ll find important information, such as how to stand up for Idaho’s pro-life laws against out-of-state special interests, or how to sign the petition to repeal our state’s tax on groceries. You can buy great swag such as shirts, hats, and buttons. You’ll also find out who’s running for office in your area. The 105 lawmakers in our Legislature may not get as much attention as national figures, but they are your representatives—so it’s worth getting to know them.
The fair is also a great place to join our movement. We need volunteers, financial supporters, and good people to run for office, from precinct committeeman on up.
So if you’re headed to the fair this summer, take a few minutes to find the Republican booth. Say hello. Ask a question. Grab a pocket Constitution or a yard sign. And if you’re looking to get more involved in defending Idaho’s conservative values, we’d love to help you find your place in this fight. See you at the fair!
Mark Daniel Murphey
October 20, 1963 ~ August 2, 2025
Mark Daniel Murphey, aged 61, peacefully returned to his creator on August 2, 2025, at his home in Malad, with his devoted wife, Bonnie, by his side. Born on October 20, 1963, in Davenport, Iowa, Mark began his journey in the United Stated Air Force before finding his passion as a skilled welder, with a special love for working with copper.
Mark was a man cherished by many and disliked by an few, but he always lived true to himself. His marriage to Bonnie on February 4, 2020, was a union rooted in deep, visible love – he loved her loudly and made sure everyone knew just how much she meant to him.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Bonnie; four daughters; stepchildren; several grandchildren; and his faithful four-legged companion and bestest girl, Bella.
At Mark’s request, there will be no formal funeral services, but a celebration of life will be held in
his honor. His memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved him. To share a favorite memory of Mark or to offer condolences to the family, please leave a tribute at www.redrosefuneral.com
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• Cardiology - Dr. Lance Longmore
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Call the Hospital at 208-766-2231 for more Information
County Commission Highlights, July 14
The following is a selection of highlights from the minutes recorded by Shanci Dorius, Deputy Clerk of Oneida County. The full minutes are available from the county by request.
Emergency Preparedness: Active Shooter Exercise Aug. 7th
Community members were advised of a full-scale emergency training exercise scheduled to take place at Malad High School on August 7, 2025, beginning at 12:00 p.m. and continuing through the afternoon. The exercise will simulate an active shooter scenario and is intended to provide realistic training for multiple emergency response agencies, including Ambulance, Sheriff, Fire, SWAT, air medical transport, and others. Blank ammunition will be used, and volunteers from Idaho State University’s drama deportment will act as injured victims to enhance realism.
The public is strongly urged to avoid the area during the exercise. This is a planned training event-not a real emergency. Community members should not be alarmed by the activity and are asked not to contact law enforcement about the event. Public cooperation is essential to ensure the success and safety of the exercise.
America 250 Years Celebration
Treasurer Leigh Love informed the Board that she is in the early planning and information-gathering stages for the America 250 Celebration in Oneida County and requested that funds be earmarked for use in FY2026. A potential state donation of up to $2,500 may be available through an application process. Additional information and celebration resources can be found at www.america250.org.
Treasurer Love will provide updates of future meetings and is seeking volunteers from community members, local businesses, the city, county, and other interested entities to assist with planning and implementation. It was also noted that Oneida County’s founding anniversary will coincide with the America 250 celebration.
New City Playground
Rachael Clark, representing a committee of community members working to raise funds for a new playground, appeared before the Board of Commissioners to request that a donation be considered during budget planning for fiscal year 2026.The donation could be monetary or could go toward the purchase of a specific item for the playground. The committee has raised approximately $100,000 of the $250,000 needed to construct a new playground at the city park. Ms. Clark stated that the existing playground equipment will be relocated and replaced with the new equipment.
Public Swimming Pools
Ken Keller, Environmental Health Director with Southeast Idaho Public Health, informed the Board of recent changes to public pool regulations under House Bill 202, effective July 1, 2025. Previously, pool inspections addressed safety elements such as cleanliness, certified operator age requirements, lifeguard protocols, and water clarity.
H8202 modifies the inspection requirements, reducing the scope of oversight of the state level. Due to concerns about safety, contamination, and waterborne illness, some entities are reportedly drafting ordinances or resolutions to allow continued health district inspections.
The Board acknowledged the update and discussed potential implications for local pool oversight.
Airport Grant
Kathy Ray, Airport Board Secretary, reported that the airport has received the full $675,000 grant for the runway lighting and threshold relocation project. The airport is now ready to begin the bidding process.
Before work can begin, if the project cost is expected to exceed the grant amount, an amendment must be submitted. The project will include replacing 71 runway lights and completely changing out 20 additional lights. The new threshold layout may affect 1 to
2 of those lights. This adjustment is necessary because the current threshold was determined to be too close to a nearby road, creating a risk of aircraft clipping taller vehicles like trucks or semis. In total, the bid will cover 91 lights and a specific length of runway. Bidders must have experience with airport lighting systems. To help reduce costs, the airport plans to work with Idaho Aeronautics, which may eliminate the need to hire an engineer.
Public Hearing
Commissioners moved into public hearing for the Kendell’s request to vacate a portion of road near 6100 West.
During the hearing there were no opposing statements from the public, and commissioners discussed the main points before making their motion. Two neighboring property owners were present and supported the action as long as the individual parties could set up a deed or perpetual easement to protect their water access.
Commissioner Eliason motioned to accept the request from Bart and Julie Kendell to vacate a section of road that begins at 2500 North and 6100 West, the segment of road located in Section 10, Township 14 South, Range 35 East Boise Meridian; Beginning 80 feet East, more or less, of the Southwest corner of the Northwest Quarter of Section 10; thence going North 15”25’08” West about 433 feet; then continuing North 00”15’40’ ‘ East 70.8 feet to the North west corner of the Bart & Julie Kendell property. Thence East 40 feet; thence South 00”15’39” West 70 feet; thence South 15”25 ‘08” East 435 feet; thence West 40 feet to the point of beginning. Approximately 0.3 acres. See survey 154591. Seconded by Commissioner Jeppsen. All ayes. Motion carried.
Independent Contractor Agreement - All Sparkle Cleaning Service - Christi Murdock
Long time Building Custodian Brooks Thorpe recently retired and the board of commissioners approved a cleaning contract between the county and Christi Murdock with All Sparkle
Changes to 4-H/Show schedules
The Oneida County Fair is just days away and you won’t want to miss a minute of the fun. The fair provides a great opportunity to support our young local ag producers, check out the aspiring artists, creators, and engineers, connect with community members and enjoy some exciting entertainment. Before you assume that the county fair will be just the same as every year, take a look to see what changes are coming to the 2025 Oneida County Fair.
Monday- The first fair classes will begin bright and early Monday morning at 7 am with multiple horse shows. Monday evening will now include weigh-in and ultrasound for all market goat, lamb, beef, and swine entries. This change will al-
low the public to see the animals throughout the week as they enjoy the various events.
Tuesday- Chicken and rabbit check-in will be early Tuesday morning from 7-8 am. The working ranch horse will also begin their show at 7am in an attempt to beat the heat, the dog show following at 8 am. Dairy goats will begin showing at 11 am in the sale arena.
The afternoon 4H/FFA shows will start at 12:30 pm with the breeding sheep followed by breeding beef. The Oneida County Fair is excited for the second year of their growing breeding classes. The poultry and rabbit shows have been moved to Tuesday afternoon as well, starting at 3 and 4:30 pm respectively.
Wednesday- Market lambs will
start the showing Wednesday, August 13, at 7 am. After a morning full of sheep showmanship and market classes, market goats will step into the ring at 1 pm. Instead of waiting until after the rodeo to hear the local favorite, Rough Stock, the band will play Wednesday at 7 pm.
Thursday- Moving to Thursday morning, the market hogs will fill the arena, starting the day at 7 am. Market steers will begin after lunch, starting at 1 pm. The open class youth bucket calf show will round out the days’ classes at 4pm.
Friday - With all of the animal classes and fine arts judging finalized, Friday will feature its usual livestock judging, demonstration and round robin classes starting at 9:30am.
Cleaning Service. Building Maintenance Manager Tory Richardson spoke with Ms. Murdock to review the scope of the contract and to outline cleaning expectations moving forward. The contract is ready for signature at $2500/mo for cleaning services in the courthouse and annex buildings.
Per Diem Rates
Commissioners discussed the per diem rates from other counties and agreed that the rates for Oneida County had been at the same rate for a significant time.
Commissioner Lewis proposed aligning Oneida County’s rates with those of nearby Caribou County, of $50 per day for both in-and-out of state meal expenses. The changes will be effective at the start of the upcoming fiscal year on October l.
Resolution No. 2025-07-03 - Juror Mileage & Per Diem Rate
The Board of County Commissioners approved a resolution to increase juror mileage and per diem rates, which were previously set at the lowest level allowed by the state rate scale. Commissioner Jeppsen motioned to accept the increased per diem rates to $10 for a half day and $20 for a full day under Oneida County Resolution 2025-0703 Juror Mileage & Per Diem Rates. Seconded by Commissioner Eliason. Approved.
Resolution No.2025-07-04 - Indigent Rates for Cremation
In Idaho, the rules for handling unclaimed or indigent bodies are set by state law. If no one claims the body within 14 days of death, the coroner must ensure the deceased is decently buried or cremated. Oneida County’s current rate for burial or cremation when there is no estate to cover the costs is currently $1,200. The new proposed rate is $1,500 - $1,800. Commissioner Jeppsen motioned to accept Resolution No. 2025-07-04 to increase the indigent rates for cremation or burial to $1,500. Seconded by Commissioner Eliason. Motion carried.
Saturday- Saturday will conclude the Oneida County Fair, beginning with the Market Sale at 9:30 am and ending with the ever entertaining Family Fun Rodeo at 7 pm.
A few changes on the schedule may give the Oneida County Fair a different look, but one thing that hasn’t changed is the great exhibits, entertainment, participants, and volunteers. Months of hard work, dedication, sacrifices, and donations have all been given in hopes of pulling off the best fair ever. The best way to say “Thank you” for all these efforts is to bring your friends and family down for a show or two, eat dinner with the fair crowd down food vendor lane, and stick around for the night time rodeos and other fun!
Daniels Classic Jackpot 2025 Swine Show is a Success!
BY TONI WERK
Organizers Samantha Henderson and Callie Werk presented this event as a way to give back to our community as well as provide a positive, agricultural opportunity for our youth. The Daniels Classic Jackpot held on July 26th was a great show for youth to practice showing their animals before the County Fair. This event was held for youth and their hogs. Entering, weighing-in, preparing the animal for the show ring are all part of the event, just as it would be at the Fair. Class winners went home with cash prizes and a multitude of useful animal care items.
Planning started months in advance gathering sponsors, cleaning and setting up the show arena at the Oneida County Fairgrounds, advertising and sending out invitations to competitors and potential sponsors and gathering competent helpers to
put the whole thing together.
Sponsors included New York Life, VP Cattle, Robert and Tina Bullcreek, Alice’s Beauty Shop, Ireland Bank, MDS Garden, Sheldon and Janice Vaughan, Hess Truck Auto and Ag, ATC, Ward’s Ace and Country Store, Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital, Oxford Packing, Oneida Family Dental, Potter Ranches, Henderson Hogs, S Bar S Ranch, Darin and Shawna Daniels, Nucor Steel Utah, Malad FFA Alumni and Supporters, Buttars Tractor.
Weigh-in was from 6:30 to 7:30 AM with the Showmanship Classes beginning at 8:30 AM. Showmanship is judged on the handler and the four divisions included PeeWee (age 7 as of Dec. 31, 2024 and under), Juniors (age 8 as of Jan. 1, 2025 to 10 years), Intermediate (11 to 13 years of age) and Seniors (14 to 18 years old). The Quality division followed Showmanship but
these classes were divided by the weights of the hogs.
There were 10 Seniors, 6 Intermediate, 9 Juniors and 3 PeeWee contestants with 32 hogs. These participants came from American Falls, Idaho Falls, Wyoming and Utah with six local competitors from Malad. They were Emma Isaacson, Burke Brown, Ira Carter, Cale Carter, Wynn Werk and Charlotte Werk. The judge from Bear River, Utah was Josh Dallin, who had offered advice to all competitors for both improvement of showmanship and the best qualities to look for in the animal. He announced to the audience his reasons for his placings.
The entire event was well organized and run, thanks to the dedicated officials. Samantha Daniels Henderson, her husband Trasen, Darin and Shawna Daniels, Rhett and Kelsie Daniels, Callie Werk, Kacey Keller, Crystal Isaacson and several others handled sign-up, weigh-
Oneida County Fair Schedule 2025
Thursday August 7
Enter 4-H Misc Projects 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Saturday August 9
Horse Races, post time 1:00 p.m.
Sunday August 10
Horse Races, post time 1:00 p.m.
Kids Stick races between regular races
Monday August 11
4-H Mini Horse Show 7:00 a.m.
Goat/Lamb Weigh in 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Beef Weigh in 7:00 tp 8:00 p.m.
Swine Weigh in 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Horse Pulls 6:30 p.m.
*Gate Admission $8
Malad Fire Department Fireworks Show
Tuesday August 12
4-H and Open Class Rabbit/ Chicken Check in 7:00-8:00 a.m.
4-H Working Ranch Horse Show 7:00
a.m.
4-H Dog Show 8:00 a.m.
4-H Dairy Goat Show 11:00 a.m.
4-H Breeding Sheep Show
12:30 p.m.
4-H Breeding Heifer Show 1:30 p.m.
4-H Poultry Show3:00 p.m.
4-H Rabbit Show 4:30 p.m. Open
Class Rabbit/Poultry Show to follow
Enter Open Photo, Fine/Home arts
2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Sign up for Mutton Busting/Steer Riding 5:30 p.m. at Entry Office north of Arena
Sign up for Family Fun Rodeo (Saturday) at 6:00 p.m. at Entry Office
*Entries taken Tuesday, reopen
6:00 p.m. night of Faily Fun Rodeo
until slots filled
Enter Team Roping 5:00 p.m.
Team Roping at 6:00 p.m.
Hypno Hick 7:30 p.m.
*Free Admission at Sale Arena
Wednesday August 13
Market Sheep Show 7:00 a.m.
Market Goat Show 1:00 p.m.
Enter Open Baking/Canning
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Judge Open Entries 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Classes at the Fair
As is the case every year, the Fair will feature a number of classes during the week, for kids and kids of all ages (although it is recommended that you check the description before sending your youngest down to class—you’ll see what I mean!). There are a range of interests and activities covered this year, with some new and certainly intriguing entries.
Live Demonstration of Chicken
Processing
Wednesday, August 13 4:30 North of Betting Booths
Okay, I know what you’re thinking. Nevermind—I can’t even guess what you’re thinking. I made Donna explain this to me several times after she told me the name. Premium Meat Co and Butcher Homestead are sponsoring a live presentation that “will encompass the entire series of steps involved in turning a live chicken raised for the purpose of consumption into a finished meat product ready for sale.” According to the event organizers, the process “will include dispatch, dressing, chilling, and packaging from start to finish. Processing will be humanely conducted by a USDA certified butcher.” Fresh processed chicken will be available for sale. Information about the equipment used during the demonstration, which is available for rental, will be provided.
Earlier when I mentioned reading the description before determining whether this would be suitable for your child, this was the one. While of course the process won’t be completely bloodless, the intention is educational and practical. How often does an opportunity like this really come up, after all?
Ghost Preserves
Thursday, August 14 4:30 p.m. on the East Patio
This project involves the creation of a Halloween scene inside a jar. According to the instructors, “you’ll need $2 and a Wide Mouth quart jar with a lid and ring—we’ll provide the rest.” Think of it as something like a ship in a bottle, except that instead of a bottle it’s a jar, and instead of a ship it’s a ghost and instead of thinking, just do it.
Fantasy Art
Friday August 15 2:30 and Saturday August 16 at 2:30
Ada Campbell will be running classes on what you might think of as prop or physical art creation, based in fantasy concepts. Friday’s class will involve making colored containers of “potions” on the east patio. Saturday’s class will give participants a chance to create their own treasure maps in the fantasy art style. For both classes, supplies will be provided. Come down and exercise a create bone or two!
Live Chicken Processing Demo
4:30 p.m.
Enter Team Branding 5:00 p.m.
Team Branding 6:00 p.m.
Rough Stock Concert and Kids Barnyard Party 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
*Free admission at Sale Arena
Thursday August 14
Market Swine Show 7:00 a.m.
Market Beef Show 1:00 p.m.
Open Class Bucket Calf Show, following Market Beef
Enter Open FLORA Crops, Flowers, and Horticulture 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Judge Open FLORA Crops, Flowers and Horticulture 1:00 p.m.
Parade of Showmen 7:00 p.m.
Oneida County Cowboy Classic Rodeo 7:30 p.m.
*Gate Admission $8
Friday August 15
Rodeo Slack 9:00 a.m.
Youth Livestock Judging Contest 11:30 a.m.
4-H/FFA Round Robin 1:30 p.m.
Scales and Tails Reptile Show 4:00
in, announcing, awards and all the other details. The weather was cool and crisp and the arena was covered with wood chips and wet down to prevent dust, which made the spectators and exhibitors happy.
The results in the Swine Showmanship: Senior Division, Tyler Eddington, Hunter Downs. Intermediate, Bo Egan, Paislee Eddington. Junior , Tyden Noble, Sadie Gibbs. PeeWee, Huxton Noble. Grand Champion went to Tyler Eddington and Reserve to Tyden Noble. Winners in the Swine Quality Division: Class One (176 – 227 lbs) Bently Cundick, Huxton Noble. Class Two (230 – 245 lbs) Tyler Eddinton, Bo Egan. Class Three (250 -262 lbs) Tyden Noble, Linkin Davis. Class Four (265 -315 lbs) Daxton Egan, Tyler Eddington. Grand Champion was Tyler Eddington who hog weighed in at 245 pounds. Reserve Champion was Tyden Nobel’ hog at 262 pounds.
p.m. *free admission at Sale arena Rabbit/Poultry Check out 6:00 p.m.
Parade of Champions 7:00 p.m.
Oneida County Cowboy Classic Rodeo 7:30 p.m., featuring mutton busting and steer riding
*Gate admission $8
Saturday August 16
Search and Rescue Breakfast 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Market Animal Sale 9:30 a.m.
BBQ Lunch 12:00 p.m.
*$10 for adults, buyers free. Sponsored by the Oneida County Sale Committee
Pick up displays at 7:00 p.m.
*4-H Blue Ribbon projects stay to go to the State Fair
Family Fun Rodeo 7:30 p.m., Gate admission $8
Wednesday through Saturday FREE Lazer Tag and 9 Hole Mini golf
Ice Cream Giveaway Thanks to Broulim’s Presentation of Kids Bikes, sponsored by Nell J Redfield Memorial Hospital
Changes to Open Class at the Fair
ONEIDA COUNTY FAIRBOARD
There are some fresh changes coming to the Open Class division of the Oneida County fair this year. The Fairboard has chosen to discontinue the Homemaker of the Year award due to lack of qualifying entries, and in its place will recognize the multiple talents in the open class divisions. The Homemaker of the Year requires entries in a large number of categories to qualify for the competition, and it is becoming increasingly rare to find participants who are in a position to produce that level of material on a yearly basis.
Grand and Reserve recipients will be honored with recognition awards sponsored by the generous local businesses in Oneida County. They have contributed both money and goods.
Blue and Red ribbons recipients will continue to receive premiums from the Oneida County fairboard.
While entries are limited to 2 per category for judging and awards, we encourage participation by accept -
ing items for display only.
The Senior division has been absorbed into the existing divisions. Individuals with special needs and/ or group homes will have their own division.
The entry, judging and recording process has been streamlined with new entry tags, a digital record system, extended entry hours and additional volunteers. See fairbook or facebook for schedule. Fairbooks are available online, and at locations around town (including the Extension Office and Broulims). Premiums and awards will be paid out Saturday evening in the exhibit building. All entries should be picked up at this time.
Oneida County has many accomplished residents. Open class entries range from 1st time attempts to professionals. We invite all, young and old, to come on down to the fair and display your talents by entering or just join us to see what your neighbors have done. All Open Class displays are totally open for walk-through on Thursday afternoon, Friday and Saturday.
The Jackpot returned once again with a busy and exciting day of competition. Reserve Champion Tyson Noble in both Showmanship and Quality. Tyler Eddington, Grand Champion Showmanship and Quality.
National High School Rodeo Finals!
BY ALLISON ELIASON
The rodeo scene is always at its peak in the summer months, showcasing a new event with rising stars each and every week. All across the country, cowboys and cowgirls are chasing the dream, fueled with adrenaline, desire, and a lot of passion. You don’t have to look far to see those committed competitors, with some great rodeo athletes in our very own community.
Not long ago, three Malad cowboys saddled up to compete against the best of the best in Rock Springs, Wyoming at the National High School Finals Rodeo July 13-19. Lincoln Reeder won the Idaho state rodeo in the bareback event to qualify. Alex Marshall also qualified for the national rodeo with a first place win in the steer wrestling. Colter Bennett qualified for the Rock Springs with a second place finish in tie down roping.
For some cowboys, just having the chance to compete at the national rodeo would have been enough. But not for these cowboys. They had the mindset that they came to push the competition, to reach new highs.
The national rodeo featured two long go-rounds, each round comprising six performances. The short-go was held Saturday evening, a final performance showcasing the top 20 in each event.
Colter Bennett was the first Malad cowboy to compete, drawing a calf in the Monday evening performance. Competing at the national rodeo did get his nerves up a bit, Bennett admits, but that didn’t keep him from putting up a good show. Roping early in the first go-round meant that Bennett didn’t have a chance to see his calf roped beforehand. He had seen calves break hard and fast out of the chute and others hesitate. All he could do was wait, watch, and adjust in the moment.
That first calf broke out fast,
stretching a good lead in front of Bennett. Bennett was able to catch up, getting a head loop around him before throwing him to the ground to do his three wraps and a hooey. Bennett shared that his nerves led to a few mistakes, ending with a time of 11.81.
Tuesday morning, Alex Marshall had his first performance, drawing a tough steer. Marshall said, “I just knew I had a job to do and if I did it, I would make the short go.” Riding into the arena with a little more confidence than the previous year when he competed in the national rodeo, Marshall landed a 5th place finish in his performance with a 7.34 second time.
That evening, Lincoln Reeder had his first bareback ride of the week, drawing a horse he had seen a number of times. Reeder said, “I knew that when I gave him the iron (spurring) he was gonna be good.” Good was an understatement of Reeder’s first ride as he tied for first place in the performance with an 80 point ride.
The second go-round began Wednesday evening but wasn’t until Thursday morning that the Malad cowboys competed again. Reeder had his second bareback ride, a horse that he had not only watched, but had ridden over and over. He shared, “in the second round I drew one of my practice horses. It was crazy how it happened. I saw my name by him and I was like ‘Heck yeah, the stars are aligning.’ Turns out we fed him all winter just for him to let me down here.”
Instead of coming out of the chute bucking, the horse ran out across the arena. With the horse not scoring high for the ride, Reeder only scored 66 points. He was hopeful for a reride but the judges didn’t give him one.
Marshall had his second steer wrestling run Thursday evening, drawing another tough steer. But the challenge didn’t deter his re -
solve or his results. Marshall ended with a time of 13.33, good enough to get him sixth place. It wouldn’t be until later in the week that he would learn it was also good enough for the short go.
Friday morning Bennett had his second run, a performance he would describe as smooth and easy. Roping his calf halfway down the arena, he managed a 9.53 second time to land him in second place for the performance and 16th out of 110 for the go-round. Fast enough to also send him to the short go.
As if they hadn’t already determined to compete at their very best, the Malad cowboys stepped up their game in the final Saturday rodeo performance. Reeder talked about his ride saying, “They brought in a bunch of horses just for the shortgo and I just knew he was going to buck.” With a horse to match his own skill, Reeder nailed the final performance with a stellar 81.5 point ride to take second place, just half a point behind first. Tallying up all the rides, Reeder’s aggregate score was 227.5, earning him a 4th place finish in the bareback event of the National High School Finals Rodeo.
Bennett shared about the final round, saying “Going into the short round I was sitting 11th. I was about three seconds behind the #1 man in the average. After looking at my calf and seeing that he was a really good one I just thought to myself, ‘I didn’t come here just to win a top ten buckle, I came to compete for the world title,’ so I went for it.”
That run started out well, he claims “thanks to the push from Alex Marshall”. Bennett threw a fast loop and good flank, setting up the run up to be super fast. But then as he went to string the calf he got his hand caught, slowing things down and resulting in a time of 9.3. Bennett shared, “if that hadn’t happened, who knows how fast it
could’ve been. But that’s just rodeo, it’s God’s plan for how everything works out. I just work hard to be ready when he gives me opportunities.” Bennett still had an amazing finish for the week, earning a top 10 placing at 7th place.
Marshall’s performance in the steer wrestling rounded out the week’s events for the Malad cowboys. Once again he drew a tough steer but he still managed a time of 9.73 to land him in 10th place for the rodeo and an aggregate placing in 11th. He shared, “Even though I felt I could have improved on a couple of my runs, I was still grateful to be able to finish out 11th in the world for my sophomore year.”
To compete at this level of rodeo takes a special kind of cowboy. Each of these young men have worked day in and day out to practice, keep their horses healthy and in good shape, and stay both physically and mentally strong. Their big dreams weren’t something too far out of reach but attainable if they were willing to put in the effort.
The achievements they accomplished this season certainly aren’t the end, but only a stepping stone in their bigger dreams. Reeder looks forward now to competing in bareback riding at the collegiate level and pro-rodeoing throughout the winter. Marshall and Bennett are excited to continue their high school rodeo careers, hoping for state titles and national championships in their near future.
As they all shared about their journey, they commented on the other competitors, coaches, friends, and parents that helped them along the way, sending their thanks to everyone that played a part in getting them to the national rodeo.
One high school rodeo season may have come to a close, but soon enough we will be watching these rodeoers again and you can be sure that it will be worth wait.
Alex Marshall just hanging out.
Colter Bennett had an amazing trip to Nationals.
Lincoln Reeder on a relaxing ride. He intends to continue riding at the college level.
Colter Bennett finished out 11th in the world.
Alex Marshall mid steer-wrestle.
Marshall plans to continue his impressive HS Rodeo career next year.