The Idaho Enterprise | May 11, 2023

Enterprise The Idaho

Renaissance Fair and Baby Animal Festival a Huge Success

For the second year in a row, Samaria’s Heritage Square played host to a vibrant Renaissance Faire event, accompanied by a Baby Animal Festival. Spring is a time celebrate the birth of new, as fully

embodied by the menagerie of puppies, piglets, chicks, goats, and other animals on hand. It also presents a time to look back at the past, in this case the middle ages and renaissance era. Last year’s event was a project suggest-

ed to Luke Waldron by students of Donna Whipple’s Shakespeare class, and was a bigger event than anyone intended. This year was even more ambitious, with worldclass jousting demonstrations, sword experts, dance

professionals, and a variety of historical events, attractions, and performers. Hundreds of people streamed through the gates for food, fun, and a taste of the past.

King Charles III honored at Coronation Ceremony

The coronation of Charles III and his wife, Camilla, took place in London on Saturday as the pair were ordained as the king and queen of the United Kingdom. On May 6, a crowd of over 2000 guests filed into Westminster Abbey, alongside the Royal family, to see the historic events take place. The crowning of the new sovereigns was the first coronation to take place in 70 years since the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. King Charles III took The Oath and offered several prayers throughout the ceremony. The Queen’s coronation took place after her husbands where she was likewise anointed, and then presented with the Queen’s Ring and Queen Mary’s Crown. At the conclusion of the coronation, the King and Queen led the Coronation Procession.

2nd grader rescued after going missing during a family camping trip

Second grader Nante Niemi was finally located on Monday, sheltering under a log in Porcupine Mountain Wilderness State Park in Michigan. The eight year old was in Michigan on a camping trip when he got separated from his family while he was gathering firewood. Niemi found shelter underneath a tree log that protected him from the elements. Volunteer rescue units searched a 40-square-mile area surrounding the family’s campground. Rescuers searching the area found footprints, and later they heard the young boy yelling. Niemi was found safe and sound two miles from their camp and reunited with his family.

Bystander saves runaway baby stroller from entering traffic

DYW Torch passed; Alexus Tarbet

named DYW 2024

The annual Distinguished Young Women program returned to Malad last Saturday to crown a new Distinguished Young Woman for 2024, taking the mantle from last year’s winner Raegan Smith. Smith, who went on to be named the first alternate in the State DYW competition, was on hand to give the honor to Alexus Tarbet. Tarbet will represent Malad at this year’s State event. Scholarships in a number of categories were given out to each of the participants in an evening during which Malad’s up and coming young women demonstrated their academic strengths, personalities, and talents. This year’s theme was “Capable,” which, according

to DYW Chairman Nicole Daniels “accurately describes these eight girls. The theme

was chosen this year in hopes they would truly believe they are capable now and in the future to achieve their dreams and goals…They truly have the physical and mental power to accomplish great things!” As the event proceeded, it was clear to all in attendance that each participant represented a very bright and exciting future, and represented the town well. “To all eight participants, thank you for sharing your talents and goodness with me and those around you. It has changed my life for the bet-

In California, a bystander is being praised for his role in saving a young child whose stroller was nearly blown into traffic by a gust of wind. The child’s great aunt had gotten the child out of the car into the stroller, and then turned back to grab something else from inside the car. Within those few seconds, a large gust of wind caught the stroller, and it began to roll towards a traffic filled street. She ran to try and catch the baby stroller, but tripped and watched helplessly as she stumbled after the runaway stroller. Thankfully, a bystander, Ron Nessman was able to step in. Video surveillance captured the near-disastrous event and Nessman’s amazing heroics. Nessman who was sitting on a bench nearby heard the commotion as the child’s great aunt yelled out for help. He jumped into action and caught the stroller mere feet from entering the busy street.

Recording ban on the Lori Vallow Daybell trial will be lifted for verdict

The court announced that while recording of the Lori Vallow Daybell trial has not been allowed thus far, there will be a live stream of the jury’s verdict. Though the trial is still on-going, it is expected to wrap up soon as the prosecution finishes presenting witnesses. Throughout this case, the jury has heard testimonies from various witnesses to evaluate the murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and grand theft charges against Lori Vallow. These charges are related to the deaths of her two children, along with her husband’s previous wife. The jury’s verdict is likely expected in the next few weeks.

This year’s DYW participants (left to right), Rylee Hammer, Sadie Jensen, Karlee Palmer, Brynlee Bastian, Brookelyn Daniels, Alexus Tarbet, Charli Briscoe, and Sarah Beyler wait for the announcement of the finalists and winners in each of the individual categories

Alexus Tarbet steps forward to receive her medallion as the 2024 Distinguished Young Woman of Malad

Hundreds braved the looming weather for the second annual Renaissance Faire this weekend

DYW Torch passed; Alexus Tarbet named DYW 2024

ter,” Daniels said.

The event was emceed by 2023 DYW Raegan Smith and her father, City Attorney Dustin Smith, as well as the returning competitors from last year’s competition. Throughout the course of the evening, several “Forget-me-not” performances were given by last year’s participants, and a number of “Future DYWs” were introduced to the crowd. Dustin Smith used his qualifications as a lawyer and a gentleman of little hair to entertain the crowd with a combination of lawyer and bald jokes.

The competition involved several categories, which were judged individually, as well as an overall winner.

During the Fitness competition, four girls at a time performed a choreographed routine designed to demonstrate strength, endurance, flexibility, and overall physical fitness. The Fitness portion was worth 15% of the final score. The Finalists were Charli Briscoe, Brynlee Bastian, and Sadie Jensen, who received $225 from Oxford Packing, Hess Pumice, Northern Title, and Subway Malad. The winner received $325 from Last Mile Wireless. Alexus Tarbet was the winner of the category.

The Talent portion of the contest was worth 20% of the final score.

During the talent segment, each participant displayed one of their many talents, ranging from speaking to dance to music to photography.

Finalists Charli Briscoe, Sarah Beyler, and Rylee Hammer received $225, donated by Allen Drug, Joe and Sandra Thomas, Kathy Hubbard and Shawna Daniels. The winner, Alexus Tarbet, received $325 from Studio A Dance’s Alicia Seamons and Aliana Schrenk.

The Self-Expression portion of the event, worth 15% of the total, involved each girl responding to an impromptu question about their values, hopes for the future, and

strengths. Although not as physically demanding as the Fitness section, many people find public speaking to be much more difficult, and these girls did a great job with confidence and poise.

Each Finalist—Alexus Tarbet, Rylee Hammer, and Sadie Jensen—was awarded $225, donated by Nell J Redfield Memorial Hospital and Oneida County Clinic, Mike Frandsen of Mountain West Drilling, and Christine, MaCall, and Raegan Smith. The winner, Brynlee Bastian, received $325, from Malad Valley Dental Clinic’s Dr. Ed Thorpe and Dr. Brady Robbins.

The Interview portion, worth 25% of the total, was conducted before the competition, where each participant sat down with judges to respond to questions in a ten minute interview session. The Finalists—Brynlee Bastian, Rylee Hammer, and

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The Scholastic portion of the event, worth 25% of the total, was judged on the basis of the students’ performance in school, including academic transcripts and test scores. This portion was judged by those with experience in the education field. Finalists Alexus Tarbet, Rylee Hammer, and Brookelyn Daniels each received $250, donated by Ashlee Jensen, Paula Davis, Thomas Electric, Jared and Tina Simpson, Joan Hawkins, and Jenny Rae Hawkins. The winner, Brynlee Bastian, received $350 from the Oneida Education Foundation.

Additional awards included two “Be Your Best Self” awards, which were given for impressive ef-

fort and performance. The $225 awards were won by Brookelyn Daniels and Sarah Beyler, and donated by Mike and Danece Hess, Kim and Sue Evans, and Rhonda Daniels.

The “Spirit of DYW” award was chosen by the participants themselves, based on the young woman who they felt most inspired by. That award for $350 was given to Karlee Palmer, and donated by the Dude Ranch Café and Northern Title.

In the overall competition, the 3rd Alternate was Charli Briscoe, who received a $550 scholarship from Thomas Market.

The 2nd Alternate was Rylee Hammer, who received a $750 scholarship from Hess Lumber and Home Center.

The 1st Alternate was Brynlee Bastian, who received a $950 scholarship from the DYW Committee, and the Malad 4th of July Fun Run.

As the new DYW for

The event’s Masters of Ceremonies, Raegan Smith and her father Dustin Smith, kept the crowd laughing throughout the DYW program

2024, Alexus Tarbet was awarded a $1200 scholarship from the DYW Committee and the 4th of July Fun Run.

The DYW Committee included: Chairman Nicole Daniels, Judges Chairman Pamela Mills, Treasurer Paula Davis, Interview Committee

Members Shawna Daniels and Christy Jenkins, Talent Specialist Hailey Sweeten, Scholastic Judges Chairman Nacona Smith, Tabulators Sandra Thomas and Kristi Cockrell, Fundraiser Alaina Schrenk, Fun Run Coordinator Laura DeJong, Light, Sound, and Stage

Managers Laurie and Jeff Richins and Tiffany Jones, Be Your Best Self Heidi Kimberling, Girls’ Night and Self Expression Committee members Raegan Smith and Christine Smith, Hair and Makeup Specialist Taber Eliason, Decorations

Paula Davis and Ashlee

Jensen, Tickets and Programs Candis Schow, Photography Crystal

Kimberling, Catering Nikki Schwartz, Admissions Nacona Smith and Maddie Hubbard, Media Specialists Ashlee Jensen and Tylee Skinner, Choreographers Raegan Smith, Rayleigh Barnes, Chelsey Bybee, Whitney McNabb.

The Hostesses for the women during the event were: Gia Haycock, Lisa Willie, Melissa Firth, Hailee Hanks, Terra Ward, Paula Davis, Lacey Clark, and Natalie Reiss. Additional sponsors (not listed under specific awards), include: Nucor Steel Utah, Mountain States Realty Mary Ann Reel, Kelli Svendsen, Ortho Utah Dr. Bitner and Dr. Higbee, The Gym: Total Health and Fitness, Edith’s Collective, Alaina Schrenk, Jared and Tina Simpson, KC Oil, Scott and Pamela Mills, Amber Garner, Farm Bureau Insurance Kevin Degn, Hailee Hanks, Idaho Real Estate Group Mike and Steve Atkinson, Lynette Price, Megan Price, Pickett Family, R&R Driving School Randy and Lois Willie, Sheldon and Janice Vaughan, Wittman Farms, Frank and Gayle Madsen, Ward Feed and Seed, CWC Construction, Crystal Kimberling Photography, Candis Schow, Heidi Kimberling, Mountain Peak Apparel, Nikki Schwartz, Pamela Mills and Shawna Daniels. The event’s judges were Chelsey Bybee, Kristi Gaona, Richy Gaona, Bonnie Hoover, Nikelle Purcell, and Jeanie Reeder.

The young women who participated in DYW stand with their hostesses who supported and helped them throughout the whole program

The “Future DYWs” stand and introduce themselves as they practice their public-speaking skills for their future participation in the DYW program

Brynlee Bastian shows her poise as she answers her question for the Self-Expression portion of the event with her fellow participants, Rylee Hammer, Sadie Jensen, and Karlee Palmer, watching behind

Studio A Spring Recital

Studio A Dance celebrated their dancers with their annual Spring Recital held Thursday, May 4 at Malad High School. The evening started with a routine that featured all the dancers performing on the floor together. The show continued with routines performed by each of the Studio A Dance groups and soloists. Group routines featured local dancers from preschool

age up to 8th grade. The gym was filled with loved ones offering support for each dancer. It was an entertaining evening focused on celebrating their hard work and achievements! Studio

A Dance is now enrolling for their fall classes; for registration information contact Alaina Schrenk 208-860-4599 or Alicia Seamons 208-766-3276.

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May 16 – Taco Salad, Salad Bar, Corn Tortilla Chips, Fruit, Dessert

May 18 – Beef Pot Pie, Salad Bar, Biscuits, Fruit, Dessert

Malad Senior Citizens’ Menu

Every Meal Served with Juice/Milk/Coffee

May 12 – Spaghetti w/Meat Sauce, Peas, Fruit Salad, Dessert

May 17 – Swedish Meatballs w/Noodles, Broccoli, Applesauce, Dessert

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Oneida County is now hiring for the position of 4-H Coordinator for the Oneida County Extension office. Applicants for this position must be self-motivated. Must have a desire to work with youth ages 5-18 years old, as they learn and grow through the 4-H program. The applicant must have the ability to manage the day-to-day operations of the local 4-H program through organization, scheduling, working with volunteers, and problem solving. This person will work under the supervision of the Oneida County Extension educator and closely with the office Manager to provide a quality 4-H youth program in the community. They will also work with members of the Fair Board and sale committee to ensure a quality experience for the community during the county fair. The hired individual will be responsible for recruiting, managing, and training 4-H volunteers. Applicant must be flexible to occasionally attend and participate in fair meetings, 4-H meetings, and/or Extension activities during evenings or weekends. Pay may vary based on the applicant’s abilities. Must be able to pass a background check.

Required Skills:

• Computer Proficiency in (but not limited to): Microsoft office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Social media platforms (Facebook/ Instagram), using the internet, and being comfortable with learning other computer programs as necessary.

• Good communication skills including in-person, virtual, electronic, and telephone.

• Ability to work with the public.

• Enjoy working with youth Ages 5-18

• Good office management practices including filing and data management. Beneficial skills include but are not limited to:

• Prior experience in the 4-H youth program or have worked with youth in a professional capacity (schools or other youth organizations).

This is a part-time position (currently about 19 hours a week. Weekly hours have the potential to increase in the near future.) Applications will be available in the Oneida County Clerk’s office or the Oneida County Extension office along with a full job description. You may also call 208-766-4416 or 208-766-2243 or email lcolton@ oneidaid.us or oneida@uidaho.edu to request an electronic copy. Interested applicants must return their application with resume to the Oneida County Clerk before 5:00 pm on May 19th, 2023. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Oneida County is a non-discrimination employer. Veteran preferences applied.

Shake a tail feather performed by 1st and 2nd grade class.

3rd - 5th grade class performed their "Car wash" routine.

3rd - 8th grade class performed to "Old School"

Back in Time performance by 6th - 8th grade class.

Kindergarteners danced to "Sugar Babies"

Studio A as a whole. Preschool age to 8th grade.

Community Chorus Concert

The 48th annual Spring Concert by the Malad Valley Community Chorus was presented on Sunday, May 7, 2023.

Directed by Ralph Bennett and accompanied by new pianist Maggie Lund, the concert featured songs of the spring season. As Ralph noted, “When we started

rehearsing these songs in January, we hoped spring would be here by May.”

The entire chorus performed 12 numbers. In addition, the men of the chorus performed “Isn’t It Reassuring,” and the women performed “Oh, Dear! What Can the Matter Be?” Matti

Jacobsen on violin and Lamona Bennett on viola played the solo instrumental parts arranged by Lamona on “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing.” The program ended with the traditional Malotte arrangement of “The Lord’s Prayer.”

Elizabeth Kent wins award

In honor of National School Counseling Week, the Early College Program at Idaho State University (ISU) recognized and surprised seven school counselors and College and Career Advisors. The Early College staff at ISU nominated and voted on these counselors and advisors. Each recipient received a balloon bouquet, a swag bag, and some yummy treats to share with colleagues. Elizabeth Kent was one of those seven recipients. Elizabeth (or Ms. Kent to her students) works as the Advanced Opportunities Teacher at MHS. She works with students who want to take dual-credit college courses. Most recently, she has been working with ISU to help students at MHS work

toward receiving their Associate of Art in University Studies degree. Students who attend MHS have money from the state of Idaho to spend on dual credit college courses, some of which are taken directly from ISU, with ISU professors. Elizabeth said, "This is such a wonderful opportunity for our students in this small rural school to complete two years of college. That saves our students so much money! But this program isn't for the faint of heart. Students must be self-motivated and willing to work hard during the year and during the summer if they want those two years of college complete by the time they graduate." It takes some serious hard work from our MHS students to

qualify.

With the help of Angie (Willie) Williams (coordinator of the ISU Paralegal Studies Program), Elizabeth also had the opportunity to bring those courses to MHS. Students can work toward an Associate of Paralegal Studies while working on their Associate of University Studies.

Students at MHS are lucky to have an opportunity to finish two years of college while in high school. All they have to do is walk into the High School Library to make an appointment with Ms. Kent. She prefers to meet with parents and students so that everyone is on the same page and ready to get to work. You can contact her via email at Elizabeth. kent@malad.us.

Terrill Schwartz to be inducted into County Hall of Fame

The Oneida County Hall of Fame Committee selected two local men to be honored at this year’s ceremony.

M. Joe Davis and Terrill R. Schwartz will be inducted to the Hall of Fame on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at the Oneida County Events Center. (See the May 4 edition of The Idaho Enterprise for the biography of Joe Davis.)

Reservations for the dinner must be made no later than Friday, May 12, so that a count can be given to the caterer. Please call Susan Wittman at City Hall (208-766-4010) for reservations.

Terrill R. Schwartz

Terrill Schwartz was born in Malad in 1950, the second son of Rex and Lucille Schwartz. He has an older brother Glen, younger twin sisters Tam and Pam, and a younger brother Don Paul. Terrill began working for his parents at their local grocery store, Rex’s A.G., when he was 12. He worked every day after school and on Saturdays.

Terrill graduated from Malad High School in 1968. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Utah State University in pre-law with a minor in business in 1972.

After college Terrill moved back to Malad and began working for Ireland Bank. He eventually became the bank’s cashier (chief financial officer). In 2000 he went to work for Citizens Community Bank in Pocatello, where he was senior vice-president and chief financial officer. He retired from banking in March 2015.

In 1983 Terrill was elected Malad City Mayor, a position he held for three terms. During his 12 years as Mayor, the following projects were completed:

• Remodeled current city building. Upgraded exterior, created a council chamber on west side of building, and remodeled water office.

• Secured federal funding that provided for new road, curb & gutter, and lighting on South Main and Jenkins Avenue. This project made it safer for students to walk to school.

• The city water system was upgraded when the springs failed to produce adequate water. A well was purchased from MVI and a bond was passed to drill an additional well and install a

500,000-gallon storage tank.

• Worked with council to purchase 57 acres of land to expand the city park. This expansion allowed room for baseball diamonds, a walking path, splash pad, and other improvements to the park.

• Improved city cemetery. Purchase 30 feet around the perimeter that allowed for new fencing, landscaping, and restroom facilities.

• Worked with residents to install new sidewalks, curb & gutter on several blocks near the old high school. The city paved the road from curb to curb. This eliminated the erosion that was happening during heavy storms.

• Secured funding to improve downtown business district. Old dangerous sidewalks were replaced, the roadway was repaved, new lighting was installed, and landscaping was added.

In 1999 Terrill was appointed the Malad City Treasurer, a position he still holds.

Terrill served as the financial clerk for the Malad First Ward of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for over 20 years. He and his wife Peggy served a one-year service mission for the Church in the Brigham City Church Employment Office.

In 1971 Terrill married Peggy Thorpe, and they have three children (Justin, Michael, and Jaime) and eight grandchildren.

The Malad Valley Community Chorus performed on Sunday

Maggie Lund and Ralph Bennett Lamona Bennett and Matti Jacobsen

Chelsie Rauh, Elizabeth Kent, Janelle Fowler

New Hall of Fame inductee Terrill Schwartz

Malad Gun Club’s Annual Round Robin Trap Shoot

At the end of a three-weekend trap shooting event at the Malad Gun Club, awards were presented on Sunday afternoon May 7 for the top teams and individuals. The shoot was successful again this year. Every year, the Gun Club does a fundraiser and donates it back to an organization of the community. This year they raised $1000 which was donated to the Oneida County Extension 4-H Club.

Thank you to all the Gun Club officers this year, Doug Williams, Tyler Hunter, Brad Chelette, Marty Hill, Garen Atkinson, Shane Hansen, and John “Heffer” Thomas. The trap boys sure are a big part in this event. They are as follows, Keith Blaisdell, Ryker Conger, Brooks Blaisdell, Zane Komrofske, Lincoln Barry, Logan and Troy Cottam. A special thanks and recognition were given to the following

sponsors: Malad Rock Products, Thomas Market, Advantage Rental and Pawn, Bubbas Trailer, Mueller Glass, Lance Fisher w/Clear View Windows, Jus-

tin

Heywood, Chet and Ruby Warner, Shane and Stephanie Hansen, Franks CanAm, Central Service, and all who donated to the raffle.

1st Place Team Overall with a 729/750 also was 1st place team week one, from left to right, Kenny Clough, Kim Parker, Brian Bench, Leila Thornton, and Brody Wygal

2nd Place Team Overall with a 728/750, from left to right, Nick Watkins, Festus MacFarland, Amanda Thornton, Colton Fielding, and Hayden Phillips

During the Malad Gun Club’s Annual Round Robin Trap Shoot which concluded Sunday, the Club provided a donation to the 4-H Club through Oneida County Extension. Doug Williams presents Kelly Sorensen, Office Manager with a check for $1000.

3rd Place Team Overall with a 727/750, also was 1st place team week three, from left to right, Wayne Thomas, Ty Sparrow, and Jordan Fielding; not pictured, Kirby Rhodes, and Dax Woodmancy.

Second Week High Team, from left to right, Andy Anderson, Aaron Birch, Garen Atkinson, Mickayla “Doodle” Facer, and Brad Taylor

Overall High-Class, from left to right, High A; Kenny Clough, High B; Mike Johnson, High C; Sam Serna, High D; Austin Atkinson, High E; Mike Roberts

High Individuals, from left to right, High Vet; Jon Hicks, High Junior; Clayton Anderson, High Sub-Junior; Dillon Smith, High Lady; Leila Thornton, High Overall; Nick Watkins

Kentucky Derby through the eyes of Ag

After years of whiplash events affiliated with the historic Kentucky Derby, horse racing fans were anticipating an exciting, yet simple horse race for the momentous race scheduled Saturday, May 6. After years of restrictions, scandals and such, an ordinary race day was just what everyone was hoping for. Unfortunately, the days leading up to race day will mark the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby as a horse race that few will forget.

The bad luck began April 29 on Churchill Downs when Code of Kings, a 3-year-old gelding, died of a broken neck after he was reported as repeatedly flipping his head before a race. Daily Racing Form reported that his trainer, Tim Glyshaw, continued to explain the event by saying how the horse had “appeared to be fixated on the lights at a nearby DJ booth prior to turning over.”

Just days later, another horse, Take Charge Briana, was euthanized following an devastating injury occurring mid race on Tuesday, May 2. During a rou-

tine training, Wild On Ice, succumbed to another disastrous injury that the horse could not recover from. Saturday morning, the day of the enthralling Kentucky Derby, saw two more horses, Chloe's Dream and Freezing Point, experience leg injuries that required them to be put down as well.

In addition to the five unrelated, life ending injuries, two other horses at Churchill Downs, Parents Pride and Chasing Artie, died unexpectedly of unknown causes. The trainer of the two horses, Saffie Joseph Jr., has been suspended indefinitely after the mysterious deaths.

In an official release by Churchill Downs, they described each horse fatality as "unique" — adding that there was "no discernable pattern detected in the injuries sustained." While the loss of these seven horses is considered to be unrelated, each demise is being investigated to ensure that foul play did not figure into the deaths at the famous race course.

Racing injuries, especially those that happen to a horse's legs,

are often proven to be unrecoverable and, sadly, require steps for euthanasia. Broken leg bones may be simple for people to heal and overcome, but it is a very different story for our equine friends to bounce back from.

For anyone that has experienced a serious leg injury, one of the most common instructions a doctor gives is simply to stay off the leg. People are given scooters, crutches, and wheelchairs to make their way around as they heal a bum leg. It is near impossible to keep a horse from using an injured leg, regardless of the steps taken to repair and reconstruct the injury. With continued use and weight placed on the injury, healing is unlikely.

Many times, the injuries that horses experience are unable to be repaired, largely due to the bone structure. As the small bones are stressed, many of them have the ability to bend before they break. In the event that the stress is too much and the bone does break, the deformed bones are unable to be pieced together

into its normal shape for healing.

The American Association of Equine Practitioners have established guidelines for making humane decisions for horses with such intense injuries. Such guidelines include things as “A horse should not have to endure continuous or unmanageable pain from a condition that is chronic and incurable” or “A horse should not have to endure a medical or surgical condition that has a hopeless chance of survival.”

The fatalities at Churchill Downs left a somber mood as the culminating race drew closer. Horse racing fans were nothing but delighted as the depressing feelings

gave way to true elation as the long odds thoroughbred horse, Mage came down the final stretch to claim the victory of 149th Kentucky Derby.

Mage came into the three-year old race as somewhat of a mystery, having never raced as a two year old and only three starts as a three year old. In an interview just moments after winning, Mage’s jockey, Gustavo Delgado, was asked if he had any expectation of his mount winning the race. He quickly replied that even with the few races he had, he knew that Mage had it in him to go the distance, saying, “He’s a little horse with a big heart!”

The winner’s circle was far too small Saturday to hold Mage, his jockey, trainer and more than 380 co-owners for the traditional post race photo. Mage is owned by OGMA Investments LLC, Ramiro Restrepo, Sterling Racing LLC and Commonwealth. The Commonwealth is a consortium which has allowed hundreds of investors to own a small portion of the horse and take part in the racing world. Mage’s winning race of the 149th Kentucky Derby was indeed a bright spot to not only his many owners, but also to the millions as they experienced the unforgettable events at Churchill Downs in 2023.

Renaissance Fair and Baby Animal Festival a Huge Success

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This year’s headliners were the Knights of Mayhem, billed as World Class Jousting Champions. The members of the Knights provided both a history lesson to the audience about the various elements involved in jousting, the history of armor and weaponry, and the modern sport as it is currently practiced.

12 time reigning World Champion Captain Charlie “Sir Charles” Andrews, fronted the team, which put on a spectacular show for the excited onlookers. Each round began with skill exhibitions, and then proceeded to a scored jousting event involving tipped lances.

Also on hand was a fire breathing show by Pyro Paris and Matthew Reeves, dancing exhibitions by the Banjara Dancers, Axe throwing competitions hosted by Brigham’s Half-Axed and the Axeman Outpost, Sword Demonstrations, a Lazer Tag arena, Falconer-Rest Falcon Demos, local music and art, Andrew Wonder’s magic shows, quilting and spinning demonstrations, a kids castle, pony rides, battle arena, archery booth, and dozens of other vendors and on site entertainers. Local and regional vendors were also on hand to keep the large crowds fed.

This year’s event also included a Royal Banquet with the Faire royalty and the Knights of Mayhem, and Princess Parties, with local young ladies dressed in a range of princess constumes.

Sponsors for the event included Oxford Peak Arts Council, Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital, ATC Communications, Thomas Market, Hess

Lumber, Oneida Family Dental, Northwestern Mutual, Ken Tooke and Associates, Hess Pumice/Hess NAPA, Malad Valley Dental Clinic— Dr. Thorpe and Dr. Robbins, J Peak Propane, Bywater Heating, Liberty Foods, Ward Feed & Seed, Northern Title, K-C Mini Mart and RV Park, Sparks & Spice Studio, Careen Harnecker Artist, Graphic Designer, Travidon, CV Light & Sound, Cache Valley Media Group,

Upper Country Electric, Dave Lindsay, Last Mile Wireless, Edith’s Collective, and Crazy Cow Farm Adventure.

While weather threatened during the weekend, there was only one brief hailstorm toward the end of the event on Saturday. Based on this year’s participation, locals should expect another great year next year.

Sir Charles dispatches a helpless cantaloupe

Resident royalty in the form of several princesses

A classic Maypole was set up to celebrate the new spring

Fire breathing was one of the highlight events of the Faire

Locals tried their hand at throwing axes at a charging knight

5 YEARS AGO

(2018)

Mark Howard was inducted into the Oneida County Hall of Fame.

Malad Scouts had fun racing their Pinewood Derby cars. Brandon Ward and Jeremy DeJong were the official racing officials and helped the young scouts enjoy their racing experience.

Breelle Daniels named Malad's Distinguished You Woman for 2019.

The Oneida Pioneer Museum received a check for $800 from the Malad Gun Club after the conclusion of their three-week Round Robin Shoot.

Malad held boy Scouts PowWow. About 80 Boy Scouts participated in the District PowWow and worked hard to complete requirements for merit badges.

10 YEARS AGO

(2013)

To be inducted into the Oneida County Hall of Fame for 2013 is Conrad C. Alder, who will be honored for his public service to his community and country and his achievements in agriculture. To be inducted together to the Oneida County Hall of Fame are Stan and Erma Thomas and Dennis and Brenda Thomas. They will be honored for their accomplishments in business and for their public service.

Contestants vying for the title of Mr. MHS this year are Braxton Davis, Tanner Lewis, K.C. Snyder, Wesley Peterson, Carson McClain, Cody Andersen, Cortland Goddard, Kyle Daniels, Brooks Bowman, Quinn Eliason, Chase Albretson and Ilan Anderson. Wesley Peterson was named Mr. MHS with Cody Anderson, first attendant; Tanner Lewis second attendant and Ilan Anderson as Spirit of Mr. MHS.

Eight of Malad High School’s outstanding young woman will participate on May 11 in the Malad Distinguished Young Women (DYW) program. Participating in the 2014 DYW program are Charlotte Marcella Allen, Rachael Anne Bullcreek, Ashlee Rae Davis, Randi Kay Garamendi, Tamara Bryn Haycock, Josselyn Ramos, Montana T. Thompson and Elizabeth Ann Wray.

Tayson Davis was the top finisher at this year’s District Pinewood Derby. Preston Bird was given the Sportsmanship award. Other top prizes went to Ruxton Tubbs, Riley Cluff and Kassidey Martin.

Malad Elementary will be losing three longterm educators from their staff at the conclusion of the 2012-2013 school year. Principal

Dotty Evanson, Music Teacher Helen Ward and Librarian Lynette Cornia will all be retiring this year.

15 YEARS AGO

(2008)

Dallas LeRoy Thomas, son of Larry and Wendy Thomas, graduated from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Marriage, Family, and Human Development.

Elder Jake Marvin Hess has accepted a call to serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Peru Lima South Mission. Jake entered the Mission Training Center on April 23. There are 17 MHS junior and senior boys vying for the title of Mr. MHS. Those involved in this year’s program include the following:

Jordan Beckmann, Jonny Blaisdell, Tristan Boyce, Gene Bullcreek, Justin Campbell, Cody Cottam, R.J. Cudney, Jesse Curtis, Mike Evans, Kayden Estep, Damian Fisher, Braxton Hess, Blake Jenkins, Jared Jones, Garrett Showell, Devin Skidmore and Jayson Sorensen. Winning the title of Mr. MHS is Kayden Estep. Jared Jones was named first attendant; Gene Bullcreek, second attendant and Spirit of Mr. MHS went to Jonny Blaisdell.

Kenny Ward, son of Kenneth and Tracy Ward, graduated from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. He previously attended Blue Mountain Community College where he played basketball and graduated with an Applied Associate in Civil Engineering.

Longtime Malad

Scouter Mary Rae Naylor was awarded the Grand Teton Council Hall of Fame Award, during the Council Recognition Night at Snake River High School.

25 YEARS AGO

In accordance with section 55-2301, Idaho State Code. Disposal or sale will be held on May 18, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.

Malad Storage 152 South Main, Malad City, Idaho 83252

#34 Treasure Pack

(1998)

Brekell Vaughan was crowned Malad’s new Junior Miss during the eighteenth annual Junior Miss Program. Selected first alternate was Jenna Keller and second alternate was Kallie Jones. Kate Schwartz was presented the 1998 Spirit Award.

Air National Guard Airman Dallas W. Jones has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.

There were three students from Malad High School, Emily Hansen, Kelley Neal and Stephanie Cockrell who competed in the Idaho State Speech contest at Twin Falls High School.

Representing the Class of 1999, next year’s for the Senior Class, will be Kelley Neal as president; Mindy Gilgen, vice president; Ginger Price, secretary; Blake Ward as boys representative and Tana Eliason as girls representative. Junior class officers will be Malena Sorenson, president; Emily Blaisdell, vice president; Camille Stayner, secretary, T.C. Williams as boys representative and Krischell Hess as girls representative. Sophomore president will be Lynsey Firth, Trent Buehler, vice president; Trisha Williams, secretary; Jake Davis, boys representative and Alicia Price as girls representative.

New FFA officers for academic year 1998-99 are, Phillip Firth, presi-

dent; Melissa Asay, vice president; Adam Alder, secretary; Platt Price, treasurer; Dallas Thomas, reporter; Mariann Jones, reporter, Daniele Asay, sentinel and Lacey Skidmore, parliamentarian.

35 YEARS AGO (1988)

Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise and saluting their dedication to ‘National Nurses Day’ are Norma Naugler, R.N.; Leona Davis, L.P.N.; Tamra Moss, R.N.; Elenor Erickson R.N. and Director of Nursing; Fran Williams, R.N.; Myrl Wakley, L.P.N.; Joan Potts, L.P.N.; Nancy Asay, R.N.; Vicky Kent, R.N.; Myrna Stokes, L.P.N.; and Mary Rae Naylor, R.N. Taking top honors this year at the District Pinewood Derby was Kyle Jones, of Pack 444 (Second Ward). Jared Howe was 2nd place winner and is a member of Pack 453 (4th Ward). Third place honors went to Justin Scott of Pack 401 (Holbrook with J.D. Tovey of Pack 458 (1st Ward) winning sportsmanship.

Two Boy Scouts belonging to Malad Troop 406 recently received their Eagle Scout Badges in special ceremonies held at an Eagle Court in their honor. Tim Naugler and Torrey Christophersen, both became recipients of scouting’s highest award.

The first motorized vehicle to ever come into

Become

Your donation to the Oneida Pioneer Museum will help complete remodeling and preservation projects.

Levels of membership:

the Malad valley was a 1906 Maxwell owned by D.L. Evans, then president and owner of Malad Co-Op. Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise are Tim Covert at the wheel and Lorenzo L. Evans (front seat). Seated in back are D.L. Evans, and R.J Harding, Sr. 45 YEARS AGO (1978)

Superintendent Howard May announced that three Oneida School instructors will retire from their posts at the end of May. Pearl Williams, George Bush and, Ward H. Thomas will take their leave after teaching a total of 100 years in the Oneida School System. Being initiated by the Malad City beautification Committee is the program “Yard of the Month” with the community’s most attractive yard being chosen each month by a panel of judges and a sign with such designation being displayed.

Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise, Rosella Smith was named Oneida County Farm wife, 1978, at competition Saturday afternoon. Lois K. Hess stands by as Oneida County and District Farm Wife, 1977; Pearl Jones passes on her title to Rosella. Iris Blaisdell was named alternate. Other contestants were Mildred Hess, Elva Yearsley, Alice Hughes and Faye Ward.

Pictured in The Idaho Enteprise are the unsung heroines at Oneida Hos-

pital and Nursing Home, administration office staff members, Cheryle Cowlishaw, Emogene Napier and Pam Smith. They assist all patients, not only with their billings, but answer untold questions concerning insurance forms, along with their regular office duties.

New student body officer for 1978-79 are all set to plunge into action following the general election. Elected to serve are Jeff Williams, president; Rose Anderson, vice president; JoLynne Jensen, secretary; Jill Eliason, historian; Scott Gleed, business manager and Ann Ward, head cheerleader.

55 YEARS AGO (1968)

In addition to the five delegates to Boys State announced last week, Ernest W. Jones Post of American Legion will sponsor a sixth boy, as the post’s quota has again been raised by the Idaho Department. Dee Kent was named for this honor.

Thayne Barker, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Barker will leave Friday for Lackland AFB Texas, were he will begin training with the U.S. Air Force.

Sp/4 Charles Don Atkinson received his release from the U.S. Army at Fort Marlin, New York after serving 19 months in Germany. He is now employed by Gordon Griffiths at the O.K. Tire Store.

Want to Make This July 4th One to Remember?

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

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

45 YEARS AGO (1978) The unsung heroines at Oneida Hospital and Nursing Home are administration office staff member, Cheryle Cowlishaw Emogene Napier, and Pam Smith. They assist all patients, not only with their billings, but answer untold questions concerning insurance forms, along with their regular office duties.

25 YEARS AGO (1998) Three students from Malad High School competed in the Idaho State Speech Contest. The students competing from Malad were Emily Hansen, Kelley Neal and Stephanie Cockrell.

History Of Malad Valley Welsh Festival

Many newer residents of Malad Valley may wonder why the Malad Valley Welsh Festival is held here. And many people may think that if they are not Welsh or have no Welsh ancestry, the Festival has nothing for them. The 17th annual Malad Valley Welsh Festival will offer something for everyone, whether or not you are Welsh!

This history of the Welsh in Malad Valley dates back to the 1860s when many Welsh pioneers settled in Samaria and Malad, perhaps thinking that the Valley reminded them of the green hills of Wales. (They must have come in the spring.)

In the 1840s many Welsh people were converted to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints by the missionary Dan Jones. The new Church promised a spiritual rebirth for the Welsh people who had been forced to give up many of their beliefs when the English took over their country and coerced the Welsh to worship according to Church of England beliefs. Seeking an opportunity to practice their new religion and adher-

ing to the LDS Church’s call to its converts to gather to Zion, hundreds of Welsh converts came to the United States.

Under the direction of Brigham Young, Welsh converts moved West in wagon trains and handcart companies. The Welsh tended to stay together in family groups and so settled in their new western Zion in towns that became heavily Welsh in culture, tradition, and language. Many Welsh families moved north to Willard, Utah, and from there to Samaria, Idaho, in the Malad Valley. Samaria became one of the most solidly Welsh communities settled by LDS pioneers.

The other reason for the Welsh leaving their country and coming to the United States in the 1850s was economic.

The English had taken over ownership of most of the mines and iron works that had made Wales prosperous. Welsh miners and iron workers barely made a living in very dangerous jobs, and small farmers were tenants to English landowners. The Homestead Act of 1862 that promised

Malad Little League Baseball

PICK UP REGISTRATION FORMS at the City Office, 59 Bannock Street or Questions call: 435-760-6950 or 435-713-5245

BASEBALL OFFERED PROGRAMS:

Major League Age 11-12 $45

Minor League Age 9-10 $45

Pitching Machine Age 7-8 $40

Coach Pitch/T-Ball Age 4-6 $40

SOFTBALL OFFERED PROGRAMS:

Pinto Age 5-7 $40

Mustang Age 8-10 $45

Pony Age 11-14 $45

PAYMENT:

Bring check to Malad City Hall or Venmo: Oneida Recreation (click on business tab after search)

May 15, 2022: REGISTRATION DUE Drop off at Malad City Hall.

May 31, 2023: First Softball Game

June 1, 2023: First Baseball Game

Registration after May 16, 2023 fees will be $45/$50

ADULT

POETS

are invited to submit original works to the 2023 MALAD VALLEY WELSH FESTIVAL ADULTY POETRY COMPETITION

Contact: Mary Alice Telford at 208-431-2683 or maryalicect2014@gmail.com

Mailing Address: Malad Valley Welsh Festival, PO Box 308, Malad, ID 83252

free land in the American West to anyone who would settle and “prove up” the land was very appealing to all oppressed Europeans.

Today, Malad Valley continues to have the largest concentration of persons of Welsh descent per capita of any place outside of Wales. The interest in Wales and all things Welsh has been rekindled in the descendants of those pioneer settlers with the founding of the Malad Valley Welsh Society in 2005.

This year’s Malad Valley Welsh Festival will be held June 30 and July 1, 2023, in Malad City Park, the adjacent church, downtown Malad and Samaria’s Heritage Park and will provide an opportunity to hear presentations by award-winning author Dean Hughes and Welsh native Dulais Rhys as well as listen to Welsh music, and even eat Welsh food before the Chairing of the 2023 Welsh Festival Bard. Kids’ games, wagon rides to historic sites in downtown Malad, readings of original poetry and stories, original art works and music of all types plus food and craft/ gift booths will provide entertainment for everyone, regardless of pioneer ancestry.

NEWS OF RECORD

ONEIDA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Dylan Louis Anderson, West Haven, stop sign/yield sign violation, $33.50, costs $56.50

Jacob Jack Jones, Honeyville, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

James Eugene Knight, Riverdale, turning around violation, $33.50, costs $56.50

Jesus Z. Pardo, Phoenix, texting while driving, $75.00, costs $56.50

Aleyah S. Villafuerte, Malad City, operate motor vehicle with suspension out-of-state license, $100.00, costs $59.50

MALAD CITY

Daniel Pratt, Farmington, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

IDAHO STATE POLICE

James William Ryan Burgess, Salt Lake City, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Martha Ann Steele, Pocatello, speeding, $33.50, costs $59.50

Michael Gregory Van Steenkiste, Menan, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Dennis Stratten Wagner, Salt Lake City, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Hayden Douglas Williams, Malad City, speeding, $98.50, costs $59.50

SHERIFF'S DISPATCH

Following are recent calls received by dispatchers at the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office. During the week of 04/23 to 04/29, the Sheriff’s Office investigated 47 new cases. During this time, the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office dispatchers received and unknown number of total calls. This report includes only new investigations and does not include regular investigations, civil services, and the other responsibilities of the Sheriff’s Office. Sunday,

Flooding concerns lead officials to ask for help

208-766-4773

BINGO

FRIDAY, May 26 7:00 P.M.

BRING POTLUCK SNACKS FOR SHARING

Legion Building

PRIZES: Bard of the Malad Valley Welsh Festival

PATSY PRICE SCOTT MEMORIAL POETRY PRIZE THEME: KINDNESS”

Length: 60 lines

maximum DEADLINE: June 2, 2023

• Poets may submit 1-2 poems in any style or format.

All poems must be submitted under a

chosen by

Victory Baptist Church

The City of Malad and Oneida County advises residents living along a Deep Creek channel to watch the levels for flooding. Deep Creek users are encouraged to open up their water (if it is already on) even if they don’t need it to help reduce the level in the reservoir. This applies to users in the city and the county, but only those on a Deep Creek line.

After a much delayed start to the season, spring has finally made its way to the Malad Valley. Along with the joys of chirping birds and baby animals come the headaches of spring cleaning, children complaining of boredom, and what may potentially be a serious year for flooding. Across the valley, roads have experienced a bit of discomfort as the winter snowpack begins to make its way down, with some areas of Highway 36 and Samaria becoming relatively submerged as the temperatures increase.

NOTICE

Melting snow has brought water over the roads throughout the county

Drivers are advised to exercise caution on county roads as the season unfolds, with the likelihood of melting events fairly high. Should any flash flooding occur, the effects will be even more extreme as a result of the saturated substrate.

NOTICE OF HEARING

NOTICE is hereby given that a public hearing will be held on Monday, May 22nd, 2023 at 2:00 pm, at the Oneida County Event Center, 459 South Main, Malad City, Oneida County, Idaho, before the Oneida County Board of County Commissioners for the purpose of hearing and reviewing public comment regarding proposed increase to fees associated with vehicle registrations and title work.

Per Idaho Code all vehicles should be registered before operating on state and local roadways with registrations being obtained through the Assessor’s office. Further the Assessor has the duty to charge such fees to cover the cost for personnel to work in the DMV office.

The Assessor is seeking an increase of $.50 cents for vehicle registrations bring the total to $5.00 dollars. The Assessor is also seeking to add an additional $6.00 dollars for each vehicle needing title work. The additional money will cover the cost of one- and one-half employees needed run the DMV office. The public is invited to attend said hearing and to present written or oral testimony for or against the proposed amendments. Written comments may be submitted to the Oneida County Clerk, 10 Court St. Malad City, Idaho, before said hearing.

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that STEFANI ANN RUSHTON 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 1st day of May, 2023.

RACINE OLSON, PLLP

By: /s/ Nathan R. Palmer

Attorney for Personal Representative

P. O. Box 1391

Pocatello, Idaho 83204-1391

Telephone: (208) 232-6101

nathan@racineolson.com

#5496-T3-5-4-11-18-23

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID

Bids for the IDAWY Oneida and Thayne Facilities Transfer Station Project will be received electronically by the Engineer of Record, Advanced Environmental Engineering, by June 1, 2023, until 1:00 PM Mountain Daylight Time. It is the responsibility of the bidder to verify that the engineer has received the bids. Bids will be submitted to Chet Hovey at chovey@ae2eng. com and cc’d to Tim Richards at trichards@ae2eng.com.

A public bid opening will take place online on June 2, 2023 starting at 11:00 AM. You may attend the meeting by logging in to Microsoft Teams and joining the meeting with meeting ID 217 944 983 550 and pass code rCCjdE.

These projects are generally described as follows: Construction of two transfer stations and appurtenances. These will include earthwork, concrete work, metal building, wastewater collection and storage system, electrical, and mechanical, and plumbing. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is not required. After reviewing submitted bids, the Owner will select the bid items and/or units that will be constructed with this contract. At which time, a Bid Bond in the amount of 5% will be required from the apparent three low bidders of each project. Awarded Contract will require contract security (performance and payment) bonds per each of the State’s requirements.

For the Thayne Facility Transfer Station, pursuant to Wyoming Statute 16-6-106, preference will be given to materials, supplies, equipment, machinery, and provisions produced, manufactured or grown in Wyoming, or supplied by a resident of the state, quality being equal to articles offered by the competitors outside of the state.

Electronic copies of the Contract Documents may be obtained from the

office of the Project Engineer, Advanced Environmental Engineering, at 789

E 80 North, Kaysville, Utah 84037. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids, or any of the items in a bid. Only bids givin g a firm quotation, and which are properly signed, will be accepted. All bids are subject to applicable Idaho and Wyoming laws and regulations. For additional information, contact Chet Hovey at Advanced Environmental Engineering, (801) 918-5107, or email at chovey@ae2eng.com.

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NOTICE OF HEARING

NOTICE is hereby given that a public hearing will be held on Thursday, June 1, 2023, at 6:00 p.m., at the Oneida County Fire Station, 96 S. 100 W., Malad City, Oneida County, Idaho, before the Oneida County Board of County Commissioners for the purpose of hearing and reviewing public comment regarding proposed amendments to the 2022-08-01 Oneida County Development Ordinance.

The proposed amendments are as follows:

• Throughout the Ordinance:

• Non-material changes regarding punctuation, spelling, grammar, continuity, and format.

Chapter 1:

• Additions, clarifications, and changes to definitions and general provisions.

Chapter 2:

• Revisions to zoning districts designations and definitions and to area/density restrictions.

• Additions and changes to the Official Schedule of District Regulations.

• Revision of the schedule under 2A-4.

Chapter 4:

• Revisions clarifying Standard Regulations applying to all lots, parcels and tracts within the County.

• Revisions regarding principal and accessory dwelling units.

• Revisions regarding one-time divisions.

• Removal of outdated building regulations.

• Revision regarding agricultural buildings and agricultural exemptions, to include inspection requirements.

Chapter 5:

• Addition and revision of specific use standards.

Chapter 6:

• Revision to Subdivision requirements regarding area, density, development, and zoning requirements.

• Revision to Ground Water study/investigation requirements.

The public is invited to attend said hearing and to present written or oral testimony for or against the proposed amendments. Written comments may be submitted to the Oneida County Clerk, 10 Court St. Malad City, Idaho, before said hearing.

A copy of all proposed amendments is available upon request made to the Oneida County Clerk, at lcolton@oneidaid.us or by contacting 208-766-4116. #5498-T1-5-11-23

DYLAN RUSHTON, Deceased. Case No. CV36-23-0045

Malad Elementary Breakfast

Monday, May 15 - Cereal Assortment, Max Pancake, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Tuesday, May 16 - Cereal Assortment, Muffin, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Wednesday, May 17 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Pizza, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Thursday, May 18 - Cereal Assortment, Mini Strawberry Bagel, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Malad Middle Breakfast

Monday, May 15 - Cereal Assortment, Max Pancake, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Tuesday, May 16 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast on a Stcik, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Wednesday, May 17 - Cereal Assortment, Morning Round, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Thursday, May 18 - Cereal Assortment, Tornado, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Malad High Breakfast

Monday, May 15 - Cereal Assortment, Max Pancake, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Tuesday, May 16 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast on a Stick, Fruit, Juice/Milk

Wednesday, May 17 - Cereal Assortment, Morning Round, Fruit, Juice/ Milk

Thursday, May 18 - Cereal Assortment, Tornado, Fruit, Juice/Milk

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

Malad Elementary Lunch

Monday, May 15 – Cheeseburger, Baked Fries, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks, Apricots

Tuesday, May 16 – Popcorn Chicken Bowl, Breadstick, Food Choice –Green Beans, Peaches

Wednesday, May 17 – Ham & Cheese Stuffwich, Food Choice –Pears

Thursday, May 18 – Chicken Nuggets, Pretzel w/Cheese Cup, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks, Mixed Fruit

Malad Middle Lunch

Monday, May 15 – Chicken Fajita, Spanish Rice, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Corn, Mixed Fruit

Tuesday, May 16 – Hamburger Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Roll, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Green

Beans, Mandarin Oranges

Wednesday, May 17 – Pulled Pork

Sandwich, Baked Beans, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Celery Sticks, Strawberries/Bananas

Thursday, May 18 – Pizza, Garlic

Bread, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks, Applesauce

Malad High Lunch

Monday, May 15 – Chicken Fajita, Spanish Rice, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Corn, Mixed Fruit

Tuesday, May 16 – Hamburger Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Roll, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Green

Beans, Mandarin Oranges

Wednesday, May 17 – Pulled Pork

Sandwich, Baked Beans, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Celery Sticks, Strawberries/Bananas

Thursday, May 18 – Pizza, Garlic

Bread, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks, Applesauce

Logan Alder, May 12

Julie Lund, May 12

Brandon Peterson, May 12

Marvin Pett, May 12

Ashley Tripp, May 12

Don Tubbs, May 12

Ty Davis, May 13

Larry Dives, May 13

Scott Gunter, May 13

Kristle Jensen, May 13

Byron Knutsen, May 13

Cameron Schwartz, May 13

Clint Semrad, May 13

Brittany Stokes, May 13

Tyson Daniels, May 13

Kimberly Anderson, May 14

Roger Bradford, May 14

Sandra Colton, May 14

Talissa Neal Schow, May 14

Maddie Ogden Hubbard, May 14

Sharon Archibald, May 15

Sandy Facer, May 15

Helen Howell, May 15

Devin Plowman, May 15

Lee Hess, May 16

Norman Jaussi, May 16

David Jensen, May 16

Heather Jeppsen, May 16

Loma Lloyd, May 16

Caleb Morrison, May 16

Skylar Richins, May 16

Paula Thorpe, May 16

Karsyn Willie Sohler, May 16

Kirk Corbridge, May 17

William Crowther, May 17

Parley Davis, May 17

Marlee Johnson, May 17

Geoff Green, May 17

Kendon Seamons, May 17

Kevin Smith, May 17

Lisa Willie, May 17

Cory Daniels, May 18

Deon Jones, May 18

Monique Price, May 18

Blake Ward, May 18

Prizes: Cash awards

ADULT

AUTHORS

1503

Christopher Columbus discovers the Cayman Islands during his exploration of the New World.

1774

Louis XVI succeeded to the throne of France, along with his wife, Marie-Antoinette who became the queen consort.

1797

The USS United States is the first ship of the United States Navy to be launched.

1837

The Panic of 1837 begins as banks in New York City failed, running out of gold and silver.

1869

The first U.S. Transcontinental Railroad is completed at Promontory Summit in Utah. The final Golden Spike connected the Central Pacific Railroad and the Union Pacific Railroad.

are invited to submit original unpublished works to the 2023

MALAD VALLEY

WELSH

FESTIVAL FICTION

COMPETITION

Theme: Welsh or Western Pioneer setting, theme, or major character

Length: 2000 word maximum

Deadline: June 2, 2023

• NO HORROR OR SCIENCE FICTION STORIES WILL BE ACCEPTED.

• All stories must be submitted under a pseudonym chosen by the author. Real name of author is not to appear on any page of any story.

• Winning authors will be invited to read their stories at the Welsh Festival on July 1, 2023.

• See detailed guidelines and cover page on the website: www.welshfestival.com.

Contact: Lucie Thomas Washburn at 303-503-3869 or bob_washburn@hotmail.com

Mailing Address: Malad Valley Welsh Festival, PO Box 308, Malad, ID 83252

Tuesday, May 23 at 6:00 p.m. at Event Center

$25 per ticket

Reserve your seat by May 10 by calling Susan Wittman (208-709-6888) or Malad City Office (208-766-4010)

Inductees:

M. Joe Davis (Education)

Terrill R. Schwartz (Public Service and Business)

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ANNOUNCEMENTS, MALAD

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

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

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

By Grandma Dot

A major key to the charm of smalltown living is the Spirit of Volunteering. A while back The Idaho Enterprise ran a double page spread recognizing some of the volunteers in our community. The list was long and included people that many of us call friends. This past weekend showcased again the tremendous good that comes from people and businesses who give.

The Renaissance Faire! Vendors, activities, food, baby animals, fun… all in one location. Thank you to the Samaria Council and community for bringing us together at Heritage Square. Luke Waldron, the Visionary, showed us again that lots of work pays off and that it literally takes a Village to raise a child and to make Life Good for everyone.

Distinguished Young Women! My goodness…almost $10,000 in scholarship money along with a venue that stretched individual growth and championed teamwork among teenagers,

volunteers, and families. It doesn’t get much better than that. The auditorium was full as we rooted for each girl and watched them show us what “being capable” entails. Nicole Daniels and her committee, the generous sponsors and especially eight beautiful girls provided us with an evening that helped everyone feel more capable and ready to engage. Now getting to the program was not easy. It reminded me that life gets messy when we move forward. In talking with Luke about the Faire it took some rearranging, compromising and sleepless nights to bring it all together. DYW can be painful for volunteers, families, girls, and spectators (even short knees hit the seat in front). However, if we never take chances, we never get to really celebrate. I watched two granddaughters roam Heritage Square Saturday afternoon and then sit spellbound Saturday night in the auditorium. It does take a Village and I’m glad this Village is mine.

Softball regular season ends

The Lady Dragon softball team ended their season with a big finish, shutting out their last two conference opponents as they played Bear Lake and Soda Springs. The team ended their season with a perfect record with 16 wins and zero losses. As they move into post season tournaments, they are taking that same determination and tough play to hopefully finish out the season with that same perfect record.

As they played out their last week of the season, the Lady Dragons were hosted by Declo on Tuesday, May 2. Malad made quick work of getting runs on the scoreboard, scoring on the second play of the game. Bostyn Combs, first to bat for MHS, was walked on base. She then worked her way around the bases, stealing second and then on to third on a wild pitch.

As Aubrey Shulz hit a ground ball to third base, Combs took it home for the first run of the game. Shulz added a second run as Addley Kimberling doubled on a fly ball to center field.

The defense was gloves up and ready to catch as Declo went to bat in the bottom of the first inning. Beth McClain caught a pop fly out to shortstop for the first out, Hallie Horsley picking up the next pop fly at first base, and

BASEBALL

The Dragon baseball team finished up their conference play undefeated as they held off Bear Lake in their last conference game of the season, giving them the honor to once again host the 2A District 5 tournament.

To finish out their regular season, the MHS baseball team had a double header as they played Bear Lake and Preston in Bear Lake. The opening game against the Bears would be the deciding game for seeding and hosting of the postseason tournament. Malad was quick to get their offense up and running in the first inning of the game as Timmy Jensen, second to bat, scored as Brady Showell hit a ground ball to first base.

Chase Briggs scored again in the second inning, getting on base with a line drive to shortstop after a 2-1 count. As Ryan Hubbard was up to bat, Briggs advanced to second on a defensive indifference and then continued on to steal third base. On an error by Bear Lake’s catcher, Briggs ran across home plate for a Dragon score.

The Dragons got the momentum really rolling in the third inning as they added four runs by Dax Maroney, Timmy Jensen, Jaden Ward and Gaiden Combs. Showell and Stetson Higley facilitated runs by Ward and Combs as they each hit a sacrifice fly to the outfield to allow their teammates

Combs getting the last out of the inning on a pop fly to center field.

In the next inning, pitcher Peterson kept the Hornets from getting on base, striking out all three of her opponents as well as two of the three batters in the third inning. Horsley got the final out of the inning at first base after Peterson snagged the ground ball and threw it in before Declo’s runner could make it on base.

The Lady Dragons held the Hornets scoreless until the fourth inning where they managed one run to bring the score, 2-1. Malad answered with two more runs at the top of the fifth, as Peterson hit a home run with Combs already on base. Declo put up one more run in the bottom of the fifth.

Defense on both teams dominated the final two innings of the game, with neither team making their way around the bases again. The win against the Hornets was another well earned victory as Declo is also leading in their conference and highly ranked in the state this year.

The following day, May 3, the MHS team traveled to Bear Lake for their second match up of the game. The Lady Dragons made a huge statement from the plate with four of their sluggers hitting a home run in the five inning game,

scoring opportunities.

Ryan Hubbard started the scoring in the fourth inning to be followed by runs from Ryan Jensen and Timmy Jensen. Hubbard and Ryan Jensen put up the final runs for the Dragons in the top of the fifth inning. In the bottom of the inning, Bear Lake responded with a single run to end the game, 111.

Timmy Jensen made the most from the plate as he had three runs on two hits on three at bats, batting in four teammates for the Dragon win. Ryan Jensen and Combs worked to lead the MHS defense in outs. Combs was quick to scoop up bunt hits and foul balls to get the Bear Lake batter out before making their way to home plate. With assists from around the field, Ryan Jensen made getting past first base a real challenge for their opponents.

Pitching for the Dragons was Brady Showell, throwing 95 pitches throughout the game. Over five innings, Showell allowed one run on two hits, striking out eight batters and walking five.

Following their game with the Bears, Malad had an exhibition game with Preston, a game that only really mattered to Malad’s coaches that hailed from Preston in their youth. Preston got the better of Malad as they had two big scoring innings. Malad consistently hit throughout the game to tally up six runs, but

including Kimberling, Peterson, Kaitlyn Pickett and Combs. Combs led the team in hitting, getting two hits and two runs on four at bats and batting in two of her teammates. In addition to the home runs, Schulz added a double in the top of the fifth inning, batting in Graycee Goddard for the ninth run of the game.

Horsley at first base and Shulz as catcher led the team in putouts for the game with six and seven respectively. Brylee Oglesbee at second base led the team in assists with four. Peterson was once again at the mound for the Lady Dragons, throwing 48 strikes in a total of 65 pitches in five innings, allowing only one hit, one walk, eight strikeouts and zero errors.

For the final game of the softball season, Malad faced off against the Cardinals at Soda Springs. In just four innings, the Lady Dragons shut out the Cardinals,

20-0. It was their base play that allowed them to dominate the game. The team tallied six stolen bases, with Horsley earning half of them.

The 2A District D tournament games began in Malad Monday, May 8 with the Lady Dragons taking on the Cardinals once again in the opening game. Malad made quick work of the game, holding Soda Springs scoreless in the top of the first inning and putting up seven runs in the bottom of the first. In the second inning, the Lady Dragons again kept the Cardinals without a run and then added eleven more in the bottom of the second to bring the score 18-0. Soda Springs managed a single run in the third inning for a final score of 18-1.

Pickett led the team with RBIs, batting in Horsley and Kimberling with a hard ground ball out towards third base in the first inning. In the second inning, Pickett

hit a home run for the final two runs of the game, batting in Kimberling before she ran across home herself. Previously, in the first inning, Oglesbee slammed the ball over the fence for the first home run of the game and the final score of the inning. Horsley led the team with hitting, never wasting her chance at the plate as she had three runs on three hits on three at bats.

The Lady Dragons will continue with their tournament play throughout the week as games are

scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday. While the team has their eyes set for games beyond districts, Coach Christie Schow shared that they take things just one game at a time, saying, “We play each game like it's the toughest game we will play all season. We give it 100% of our focus and 100% of our effort.” Clearly, this strategy is working for the team and is preparing them well for each step of their post season journey.

with Preston earning five runs in the second inning and six runs in the fourth inning, it just wasn’t enough.

Coach Bo Clark used the game to shuffle around a few players on defense, sending catcher Combs to right field, Timmy Jensen in as catcher, Hubbard to first base for some time as well as Ryan Jensen to second. Brycen Howe started at pitcher for his second game this season, throwing 101 pitches over the six inning game.

The Dragon baseball found themselves facing off with Bear Lake again Monday, May 8 as they played in the second game of the 2A District 5 post season tournament. Offensively the team had a slow start, but made up for the scoreless opening innings as they put seven runs across home plate in the third inning. With the count full and the bases loaded, Higley slammed a double on a line drive to left field to bat in Timmy Jensen, Josh Pickett, courtesy runner for Showell, and Cael Seamons, courtesy runner for Combs.

Higley finished his way around the bases after Hubbard singled on a line drive to center field. Hubbard, Briggs, and Ryan Jensen added the final three scores for the inning over the next two plays.

In the fourth inning, the Dragons added another five runs to round out their score. Ward, first in the batting order for the inning, made it home after a double to left field by Showell. Showell came behind Ward in the next play as Combs hit a double to center field. Seamons, once again running bases for Combs, scored as Ryan Jensen hit another double to center field, with Higley scoring on the same play. Ryan Jensen scored the final run of the game as Maroney hit a single to center field.

Defensively, Malad had a solid game from covering their bases to the pitching from the mound to the outfield catches. Coach Clark praised his pitcher, Showell, for making quick work of the game, keeping the tempo up and the Bear batters on their toes. Show-

ell threw 62 pitches in five innings, allowing a single run on two hits, striking out six batters, walking three and committing zero errors.

From the outfield, Briggs made a big defensive play in the top of the fourth as Bear Lake was headed home for a second run on the play. After scooping up a hard ground hit to left field, Briggs threw the ball into catcher Combs just in time to keep Bear Lake from scoring and to get the third out of the inning.

Higley and Ryan Jensen together led the team in hitting with two runs on two hits on three at bats, with three

RBIs each. Maroney added an additional two stolen bases to his already impressive count. Maroney has tallied up 21 stolen bases on 22 attempts, leading not only the team but possibly the whole Idaho 2A league.

Tuesday, May 9 marks the second day of tournament play for the MHS baseball team. They will next play the winner of the third game between Soda Springs and Bear Lake. They are hopeful for a final win in the tournament which will send them on to the State tournaments at Orofino High School May 18-20.

Boys Basketball Clinics

The gyms were full throughout the month of April as young Malad Dragons participated in basketball clinics directed by MMS Coach Trisha Beutler, MHS Head Coach Zach Beutler, as well as various high school players. The coaches invited all 1st-7th graders interested in played to attend. Aside from providing a great start for many of Malad’s young players, the clinic also served as a fundraising opportunity for the boys basketball program.

Coach Zack Beutler said, “We had an impressive turnout - with 85 participants. We worked diligently to focus on the fundamentals, terminology and concepts of the game in a way that was engaging. The kids played 3 on 3 and other fun games intermixed with the instruction. We are committed to building a healthy program and provide opportunities for all youth interested to learn about the game of basketball and participate in clinics and rec leagues.”

The coaches highly encourage the boys to continue working on the

skills they taught and reinforced at the clinics. For those participants interested in continuing to practice these skills we recommend the following guidelines (per NBA, USA and Breakthrough Basketball youth guidelines.)1st -2nd graders: 8 foot hoop with 27.5 oz ball, 3rd-4th graders: 9 foot hoop, 27.5 oz ball, and 5th-6th graders: 10 foot hoop 28.5 oz ball. In addition, if there are any players interested in club teams, there are rec leagues are available in Tremonton and Smithfield, Utah.

Looking ahead to the next year, Coach Beutler shared that they are currently looking for volunteers to coach next year's 3rd, 4th & 5th grade teams. A member of the middle school and/ or high school staff will spend time with those interested in coaching to share philosophy and drills. “So, please don’t count yourself out if you are not confident in your knowledge or coaching experience,” said Coach Beutler. For those interested, please call or text Zach Beutler 208-2518839 or Trisha Beutler 208-251-8838.

2023 Girls All-Conference Announced

The 2A District 5 All-Conference Girls

Basketball Teams were recently announced, including two players from Malad High. Coaches from Aberdeen, Bear Lake, Malad, Soda Springs, and West Side voted to select the year end teams and awards.

Junior Hallie Horsley

was selected to be a part of the Second Team All Conference as well as Oaklie Hebdon as an Honorable Mention. Congratulations to all of the Lady Dragon basketball team for a fun filled season and especially to those athletes that were awarded to the All-Conference Teams!

Ground broken for pickleball court

It was a good day for Malad Pickleball, as ground was officially broken for the installation of a new court at the western edge of the City Park on Monday. The pickleball court has been a project in the works for a while now, and doggedly pursued by the members of the committee, who are all avid players of the sport. Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in the country, and has been a giant hit with people of all ages and skill levels.

The court will pro-

vide a recreation and health outlet in Malad to accompany its walking path, baseball diamonds, cornhole, and basketball courts. Local adherents had been using courts near the old elementary school, which is currently undergoing construction.

Mayor Joan Hawkins welcomed visitors, dignitaries, donors, and committee members to the park on a rare sunny morning at 8:00 a.m. for the ceremonial first dig. Lance Tripp, City Councilmember in charge of Parks and

Recreation, thanked all those who had supported the project throughout its planning and funding stages, especially the major donors to the facility.

Afterward, pictures were taken with those in attendance, and refreshments were distributed as the dozer moved onto the site to begin excavation for the project.

The Committee was composed of Anne Crowther, Bob Crowther, Dave Colton, Lynn Moore, Kris Blaisdell, Paula Thor-

pe, Dotty Evanson, Rex Robbins, Rebecca Firth, Sara Richardson, Tami Williams, Tyler Webster, Lance Tripp, and Debbie Buehler.

Major Donors included Non-Typical Excavation, Hess Pumice, Nucor Steel, Malad City, Parsons Cement, Messerly Construction, Malad Rock Products, and Ace Hardware. Those interested in contributing to the ongoing efforts can donate at City Hall. The donation is tax deductible.

City Treasurer Terrill Schwartz; City Councilman Lance Tripp; Mayor Joan Hawkins; County Commissioners Brian Jeppsen, Bill Lewis, and Ken Eliason.

Parker Venable, representing Non-Typical Excavation; Brian Hess, representing Hess Pumice; and Casey Nelson, representing Nucor Steel.

City Treasurer Terrill Schwartz; City Councilman Lance Tripp; Mayor Joan Hawkins; County Commissioners Brian Jeppsen, Bill Lewis, and Ken Eliason.

Violet Ann Briggs

Violet Ann Briggs is a loving mother, thoughtful sister and daughter, and caring friend. She was born May 31st 1974 to Ken Williams and Carolyn Atkinson; she is the youngest of 6 children. Even though she is the youngest she is always checking in on her siblings and parents, and getting everyone together for parties. She had a good childhood where she spent lots of time with her grandma Violet, whom she is named after. As she got older, she spent days tending her older siblings children and this helped them develop a special bond. She has always had a love of cats, though she started collecting porcelain ones, so she could keep them forever.

Ann graduated in 1992 from Malad High School and continued working at K-C Oil for her mom and step-dad. She loved working there and getting to interact with people from around town. She got really good using a computer and started doing billing for the farm fuel. Customers loved her because she was friendly and kind. She also opened the Halloween Rental shop.

On April 2nd 1993, she married Nathan Briggs and together they had 4 girls: Shanlynn, Danielle, Stephie, and Hope. She has been blessed with 3 grandchildren: Chevylynn, Raystyn and Adelaide and 2 son in laws: Allen and Bridger.

After Nathan passed away, she took some time to stay home with her youngest daughter, Hope, before she started working at the Elementary school as a paraprofessional. This has been a joy in her life as she helps the kindergarteners learn and grow. She loves when she sees the kids she has worked with around town and always says hello and asks how they are doing. Us girls always feel like

we’re with a celebrity with all the kids yelling “Hi Mrs. Briggs.”

She has always been a very supportive mom attending every event or activity she is able to. This has

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Our MothersMore Beautiful Than A Perfect Rose

Happy Mother’s Day To All

Ann as a young girl

Ann at Journey and Def Leppard concert with her sisters, Karen and Brenda and brother-in-law John.

While hiking in Yellowstone, you stop for a "girls" picture. Left to right; Danielle, Ann, Hope, Stephie, Shanlynn, and Chevylynn

Chevylynn, Raystyn, Ann and Adelaide at grandparents’ day.

Patsy Bybee

Patsy Bybee, age 86, is the mother of 8 children, with 24 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. She grew up in Pleasantview, just west of Malad, and has spent the majority of her life there with her late husband Andy; they also resided a few years in Salt Lake, the Logan area, Jerome, and Soda Springs.

“The talented one” could be Patsy’s sobriquet. You would have to look long and hard to find someone with as many talents as Patsy has. She shares her talents freely. Her generous nature has served countless people. She has accompanied (on the piano) hundreds, if not thousands, of vocalists and instrumentalists. She is quick to offer a meal or a ride or a hand to serve anyone in need. She has served her family, neighbors, and the community as a whole in numerous ways. Family members fondly recall neighborhood caroling and musical programs at the nursing home. Patsy is fluent on the piano, organ, flute, marimba, and taught herself to play the accordion.

Another description of Patsy is her endless youth and vitality. She never admits to being too tired for an activity or adventure. Her mantra seems to be gogo-go, just like the Energizer Bunny. She has confused many a grandchild when asked her age as she typically replies that she is 29 years old. Every. single. year.

Patsy could write a roadshow, do the casting and scheduling, design and sew the costumes, create backdrops and props, select and arrange the music, cho-

reograph the dances, run rehearsals, and direct the whole production. She played all of these roles countless times and enjoyed every minute of it. Once she and her husband were asked to be Music Directors for a multi-stake dance festival. This was very successful and very fun for all.

Her first loves include her Dad (she was a “Daddy’s girl”), her childhood horse ‘Major’, music and dancing, and her cats. She is often teased about becoming a “crazy old cat lady” and currently has well over 20 cats living on her back deck. Recently a raccoon and a skunk both visited her feeding area at the same time.

The cats backed away and let the visitors have their turn – obviously there is always plenty for everyone when Patsy is providing. She can be generous to a fault.

During high school, Patsy was crowned queen at a ball – maybe the Debutante Ball or the Gold and Green Ball. She was chosen as first runner-up to Miss Malad. She was invited to audition at the prestigious New York Ra-

dio City Music Hall for the Rockette’s. She declined as she accepted a proposal of marriage during her senior year and was married in June shortly after graduation.

Patsy could have / should have been a nurse. She cared for her mother after a paralyzing stroke, she cared for her father in his old age (he was one month shy of 100 years when he passed), she cared for her only sibling, Jack, throughout his various illnesses and full-time in his later years when he was blind and bedridden, and she took care of her beloved husband as his health declined. At one time, Patsy certified as an Emergency Response Technician (EMT) and worked regularly on the Oneida County ambulance team.

Some of the hardest things Patsy has faced include the separation (death) from her parents, her husband, a son, a grandson, and her only sibling. As part of life’s rollercoaster, her greatest joy, her family, has also caused the greatest heartache. Plus her kidneys have caused a fair share of pain for

her through recurring kidney stones. Some of her favorite foods are pie, Rice Krispie treats, salmon, tomato basil soup, and most all vegetables. Her favorite color is and always has been blue. Patsy rarely misses a Utah Jazz basketball game. She gets so excited in her cheering that at times she has had to

take heart medication.

Patsy is a true hodophile – one who loves to travel. After two trips to Hawaii, she’s ready to go again! She has been to at least 30 US states plus Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Saint Martin, and Saint Thomas. She’s been to a space shuttle launch in Florida, the Space Needle in Seattle, Victoria in Can-

ada, the Sears Tower in Chicago, whale watching in Hawaii, the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville Tennessee, helicopter rides in St. Louis and Hawaii, paragliding in Utah, a cruise, and kayaking and canoeing in Utah and Idaho. She played the organ for

Patsy standing by a lovely flower in Hawaii.

The young Bybee Family. Andy, Patsy, Todd, Tracy, Chad, Pam(baby), and Greg.

The Bybee Family. Back row; Corey, Chad, and Greg. Middle row; Monica, Tracy, and Todd. Front row; Pam, Patsy, Andy, and Alexis.

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made us feel very important to her. We have a group text between us and mom is always notifying us of what our other sisters have accomplished; this has helped us stay close as sisters. She is a big influence for us to accomplish our dreams. She makes sure we know how proud of us she is and how much she loves us.

In the Briggs’ home, everything is a family activity! Whether it is a walk around the greenbelt, fun trips, watching movies, going on Sunday drives, or working on outdoor projects, it is always done together. Mom has always emphasized the importance of family and never says goodbye or ends a conversation without saying I love you. One thing that we have loved are the sweet calls from Mom. She never lets a day go by without checking to see how we are doing and asking about our days. These calls have become a highlight for each of us and have helped us to feel close to home even when life takes us far away. She is always ready to listen and offer her loving motherly advice about whatever is going on in our lives. Her love for each of us has brought us closer as sisters and as an extended family.

Many times a year, our extended family gets together and Mom always looks forward to holiday and birthday parties, and our annual camping trips. She enjoys sharing stories and making everyone laugh. Another way that she loves to spend time with her parents and siblings is attending concerts! Mom

loves music, especially country and 80s music, and when the chance to see one of her favorite singers in concert arises she is always there. Whenever we are at a concert, Mom is dancing and singing along to every word. She also loves singing along to the music on our car trips. She has a bright, vivacious energy that she brings to our family and makes us smile.

Ever since we were younger, Mom has been taking us on family vacations. Traveling across the country on road trips together has been a highlight of our lives. Mom always makes sure we each got to visit the places that we wanted to and made each trip memorable and fun. We always have endless funny stories to share when we get back home.

Mom has such an energy about her and is always moving onto her next project. Her latest project being her brick driveway reusing the bricks from our old house. It is inspiring to be involved in her different projects. She also has a love for gardening and all things flowers. She has several flower beds that she has planted and keeps looking fantastic year after year.

Growing up, it always seemed like my Mom was the constant foundation for everyone; immediate family, extended family, members in our community, everyone. If there was a problem, she was and still is often the first one to call for advice. In my life, I always knew I could share whatever problem I was having, she would listen, give a little guidance, but also trust that I could make the best decision. Over the years, many people

have told me stories of how they reached out to my Mom and knew they could count on her. It is a legacy I will always be proud of.

Having the opportunity to serve in the elementary school and in different youth leadership positions with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, she has shown multitudes of people how much she cares for them and wishes for their success! She is always putting in the extra effort to help those kids improve and do their best. She has served in several church callings, but they have all been youth related because she is so good with kids. She has been dedicated in each area she has served and her testimony is so strong because of her beliefs.

Despite the trials our family has faced and probably partially because of them, Mom is the one you can count on to have faith and strength through every issue. She consistently strives to be someone that everyone can count on and for that I'll always be grateful. We love her very much and know you all do too!

Here’s some memories that stand out to us girls:

One of the best memories I have with my mom is laying in bed and watching movies. Whether this be while my sisters were at school before I went to kindergarten or before bed when mom thought I was sleeping. I enjoyed this uninterrupted time that I got with my mom. -Hope I have had many memories with my mom, especially times we have spent singing together. One of these times, I was in middle

school and we were in Disneyland with my aunt, her daughter, and my younger sister. We were standing in line when a popular 80s song came on and my mom started dancing and singing, and my aunt joined in with her. I remember being so embarrassed as a teenager, and pretending like I didn’t know them, but they both just sang louder. I always look back and laugh at this sweet memory, remembering how confident and funny my mom was and still is. This memory was my favorite part of that trip and now that I’m older, I’m not afraid to join in when she starts singing in public or at family events. We always have a great time singing and dancing to -

gether. -Stephie Summer's at home are often my favorite times spent with my Mom. It means the opportunity to go outside and create something new together. Anyone who drives by our house could attest to the fact that she is always out there working on some project and I have always loved when I get the opportunity to work outside with her. Whether we were digging in the dirt, mixing concrete, cutting wood, or doing something our male relatives thought was questionable, we were always having a good time and we always got the job done…eventually!-Danielle The fondest memory I have with my mom is all the times

she helped me study while I was in nursing school. She couldn’t pronounce some words correctly and came up with some hilarious ways to remember other lessons, but she kept me motivated. I often found myself giggling while I was testing on the material and thinking of all her funny references. I couldn’t imagine living this life without her to turn to. I look forward to the many more memories to come.-Shanlynn We as siblings are so happy you have helped keep our family together and made us so strong. Mom, we hope you have the Best Mother’s Day. We love you very much and are so blessed that you are our mother.

Ann and Nathan with 3 of their daughters Danielle, Shanlynn and Stephie

church while in Seward, Alaska. She rode a train to California and has enjoyed numerous train, plane, boat and ferry rides.

She is tentatively planning a trip to Ireland, England, and Wales, her mother country. A favorite family saying about Patsy is if someone heads for the car, she’s right behind them. She doesn’t want to miss a trip. The younger generation calls this FOMO (fear of missing out). From the musical Paint Your Wagon song I’m On My Way a lyric is invoked and it goes something like this:

Where am I going? I don’t know. When will I get there, I ain’t certain. All I know is I am on my way.

Road trips were a family hallmark for the older Bybee children but they diminished once the old brown-paneled station wagon was outgrown. The Grand Canyon, Mount Rushmore, Carlsbad Caverns, Disney in California, the LDS temple

in Cardston, the St. Louis Arch, Nauvoo, Buffalo Bill’s home in Nebraska, the Sandia Peaks tram, Mesa Verde, a wildlife refuge in Oklahoma, and more seemingly exotic locations were thoroughly explored. Traveling on a budget meant a Styrofoam cooler with bologna, cheese, and bread for meals and sleeping on picnic tables and in the car at rest stops

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along the way. Patsy also sewed matching summer clothes for the girls, including handmade swimsuits.

Beside raising and nurturing eight generally precocious children, Patsy has experienced work outside the home as a typist, a secretary, a dance teacher, a furniture assembler at LaZ-Boy, the Malad High School (MHS) Dragonette coach, the custodi-

an of the Pleasantview LDS ward meeting house, and recently as an MHS pianist/accompanist. She spent years and years as an unpaid farm hand; driving tractors, moving irrigation pipes, gardening, feeding cows, horses, chickens, pigs, bum lambs, dogs, cats, turkeys, and even guinea pigs. The turkeys only lasted one year. They left messes on the car, farm equipment, and basically everywhere.

Patriotism runs thick in the family blood.

A son, Corey, served

multiple stints abroad, including Iraq, Africa, and Ukraine, in the Army.

Grandson Brian Norr served four years in the Marine Corp, including a stint in Iraq.

Grandson Blake Bybee served in the Army National Guard, also a tour of duty in Iraq. He later transferred to the Air Force.

Grandson Brandon Bybee served in the Army, including Iraq.

Grandson Burke Bybee served in the Air Force.

Granddaughter Emi-

ly Bybee served in the Army.

The underlying thread in Patsy’s quilt of life is her unshaken and unmovable faith in Jesus Christ as her Savior and Redeemer. This bedrock has helped her maintain her sanity and ability to forge ahead, come what may. She has volunteered and faithfully served immeasurable hours in church callings. One of her favorite was teaching the youngest primary children. Love may be her greatest attribute. She still misses the youth she associated with at the high school as her retirement at age 85 was bittersweet. Patsy and Andy’s legacy continues through their posterity. Their children are Todd Bybee (Pleasantview), Tracy Norr (Mansfield, Texas), Chad and DaNeil Bybee (Soda Spring), Greg (deceased) and Roslynn Bybee (McCammon), Pam and Nolan Gunnell (Wellsville, Utah), Monica and Scott Palmer (Hooper, Utah), Corey and Ruth Bybee (American Fork, Utah), and Alexis Bybee Daniels (Malad).

Patsy as a young girl.

Patsy and Andy 1955.