The Idaho
“Hammin’
It
For one more week, the Hammin’ It Up for Christmas contest will run in The Idaho Enterprise. Sponsored by Malad merchants. Several juicy hams will be given to Oneida County residents who take the time to enter the contest.
Clip the entry forms that are included in this edition of The Idaho Enterprise, fill them in and deliver them to the participating merchants by Wednesday, December 17. Entry forms were also included in the December 4th edition of The Idaho Enterprise, so you have two chances to win!
The rules specify that winners do not need be present to win. The participating “Hammin’ It Up for Christmas” sponsors include: Allen Drug & Variety, Ireland Bank, Oneida Family Dental, KW Equipment Services, Broulim’s, Malad City, Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital, Farm Bureau Insurance, Mountain States Insurance, Idaho Mill & Tree Service, ATC Communications, Thomas Electric & Furniture, Northern Title, On the Run & Little Caesars, Hess Lumber & Home Center, Physical Therapy Solutions, Malad Rock, Edith’s Collective, Outlaw Vapor, Malad Drive in, The Idaho Enterprise, and Ward’s ACE & Country Store.
Deadline to enter is December 17 by 5:00 p.m. Each business will have an in-store drawing on Thursday, December 18 and will notify their winners to pick up their hams. See page 10 of this issue and enter to win a nice holiday ham!
NEWS IN BRIEF
Wyoming Highway Patrol Tracks Down Missing Wisconsin Teen, Arrests Alleged Kidnappers
En Route to Utah
A missing Wisconsin teenager was safely recovered after the Wyoming Highway Patrol intercepted a vehicle carrying the girl and two alleged kidnappers along Interstate 80. A regional alert had been issued for the teen, who authorities believed was traveling with a 20-year-old man wanted on drug charges. Using cellular data, dispatchers traced the suspects’ movement between Laramie and Rawlins, allowing troopers to locate the vehicle near Sinclair. During the traffic stop, officers found the teen in the back seat and detained the two men, who claimed they had been “hired” to take her to Utah. Investigators are reviewing that claim, but both suspects now face kidnapping and custody interference charges. Highway Patrol officials praised the coordinated response, crediting communication among agencies for the girl’s safe recovery and swift resolution.
Plan Your Magical Night at the 2025 Fantasy at the
Willard Bay Lights Show
Willard Bay State Park is gearing up for another season of holiday magic as the 2025 Fantasy at the Bay Lights Show returns December 1–24. The annual drive-through attraction transforms the park into a glowing winter landscape featuring thousands of colorful light displays from 5:00 to 10:00 PM. Families can enjoy the illuminated route from the comfort of their vehicles, making the event an easy, festive outing. Admission is $20 per vehicle for up to eight passengers, and special-event rules mean annual, senior, and honor passes are not accepted. Guests can also purchase 3D glasses at the gate, adding extra sparkle to the vibrant displays. With its warm holiday atmosphere and bright decorations, the Fantasy at the Bay Lights Show remains a favorite tradition and a memorable way to celebrate the season.
BYU–Idaho Student Accused of Kidnapping 4-Week-Old Baby in Costco
A BYU–Idaho student is facing serious charges after allegedly removing a shopping cart containing a 4-week-old baby inside an Idaho Falls Costco. Police arrested 24-year-old Michael Garrison Raine after surveillance footage reportedly showed him pushing the cart several aisles away while the baby’s mother briefly browsed in the book section. Raine later claimed he had accidentally taken the wrong cart, but investigators say the recorded footage contradicts his explanation. The infant was located quickly and unharmed, thanks to the mother’s report and assistance from store employees. Raine was charged with second-degree kidnapping and later released on bail. He is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on December 10 as authorities continue reviewing the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Kelley Neal- Edith’s Collective
Travis Hanks & Wes FredricksonMalad Rock
Greg Compton - PT Solutions
Kalissa Blackham - Ward’s Ace
Audrie Hansen - Idaho Mill & Tree Services
Leila Hoopes and Dr. Josh WrayOneida Family Dental
Ashley Allen & Hannah Luthi - Malad Drive-In
Tami Fager, Jolynn Irick, Abriee Keel, Mary Lyndon, Kacey Keller - Ireland Bank
KC Williams - KW Equipment Services
Gloria Maldonado - Outlaw Vapor
Firemans Ball dances the night away
In between the annual Light Parade and the Christmas holiday, the Firemans Ball is one of the year’s brightest points for Malad. The Volunteer Fireman and their significant others are the VIPs of the night, along all those who owe come out to thank and support them.
This year, the banquet was held the night before, and recognized a number of individuals for their efforts. Justin Schwartz and Dylan Hunt presented the retirement axe to long-time volunteer Gary Shepherd. “I’d like to thank Shep for forty-four years of service,” Chief Justin Schwartz said. “I think he’s been on since they had the horse and wagon with the tank on it.”
Shepherd is a stalwart of the Fire Department, and his retirement is something of a sea change.
Deric Willson, Dylan Hunt, and Justin Schwartz were then recognized for 5 years of service with the department.
Todd Jones was celebrated for his amazing 25 years of service.
Fireman of the Year was presented to Marc Esplin, after which Chief Schwartz said “He comes and does whatever needs to be done at the station…comes and cleans it too. The other day he calls me up and says ‘I got the holes dug for the new signs for the station. They’re all dug, we just got to pour cement probably next spring.” After the laughter subsided,
Schwartz concluded, “It’s well-deserved with him—he does anything we ask and he’s a great guy.”
John Blaisdell also retired after 13 years, but was not present at the banquet.
On Saturday, action moved to the event center, where the raffles for the rifle and scope were won by Chet Potter. Throughout the night, a series of donated items were won by ticket purchasers.
Rough Stock Band provided the music, as they have for a number of years, and featured a mix of country, pop, and other songs that catered
to both the energetic and the slow dance wishes of the audience.
Drinks were handled by the American Legion and Auxiliary, many of whom were in attendance. Pictures were taken by Mechelle Green. There are many people involved in the continued success and performance of the Fire Department. The volunteers and their families themselves of course deserve all the credit, but it is also a wonderful thing to see the consistent community support for the organization that keeps homes, property and most importantly people safe during the year.
The Volunteer Fire Department is one of the most important parts of keeping the community safe and protected. The full group at the weekend’s Firemans Ball, as photographed by Mechelle Green.
Deric Wilson (center) recognized for 5 years of service.
JC Vause presented this year’s Fireman of the Year award to Marc Esplin.
25 years of service. L to R, Justin Schwartz, Ryon Owens, Todd Jones, Dylan Hunt.
Retiring Fireman Gary Shepherd, with Dylan Hunt, Justin Schwartz and Ryon Owens.
Parade of Homes
The Parade of Homes is yearly event sponsored by the Iron Door Arts and Theater. This year, the Teeples family and their next door neighbors the Cox’s were out of town the day of the parade. Elizabeth Kent, Brenda Daniels, and Kathy Kent--members of the Iron Door Arts and The-
ater--were able to fill in and provide tours in their absence. While a little muddy, the evening was perfectly lit by nature, and stayed free of rain, sleet, or snow. Each of the homes was decked out in fantastic seasonal cheer, and the Enterprise thanks all of the kind and welcoming hosts.
Catching the exterior of the house right at dusk was hard to turn down. The Teeples home in New Canyon set the Christmas stage for the parade of homes.
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Careen and Jason Hornecker’s home in New Canyon is an amazing log-cabin style home with spacious ceilings, and a great angle for sun-
and sunset.
Thank You Tony McClain
A Big Shout Out and a Great Big Thanks to a superhero, Tony McClain.
They came into Malad to make it home, and he has helped everyone along the way.
Youth has been his focus and love, and many, many Boy Scouts he has helped shape. Eagle projects, camping trips and service galore. Nothing was too hard to help them create.
Tony’s love - is doing service for others and his heart is pure gold. He looks for those that need help. He has shoveled 100’s of driveways full of snow! His vision is
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Spence & Debbie & Family
Brad & Kristin & Family And all the many people in Malad that his family has touched We Thank You!
and his work ethic great. And everyone around him wins big. His happy personality is contagious to all, and everything he does is upbeat. Thanks to the McClains for making Malad their home. He and Jenny and Family are so great. They have all made us better by their many kind deeds. We all Give you so many Thanks. Thank you so much!
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Jaime and Dustin Olsen’s home in town is warm and cozy. The two are currently awaiting the completion of their new home.
Peggy Olson’s home is a wonderful mix of modern and classical styles. Her husband Lee was unavailable for a picture at the time we visited.
Gary and Carolee Cox’s home was shown by Brenda Daniels and Kathy Kent, complete with “purple room”
“long arm quilting machine,” which was truly a sight to behold!
Outage hits Malad Valley
Our production schedule is such that on Tuesdays, we are finalizing the papers in Malad and Caribou County at the Enterprise office here in Malad. Most of the time, the drama is a matter of needing to find a missing name for a caption, or realizing that a picture won’t work. While we do hit some hurdles from time to time, we usually manage to send the paper to the printer by our 5:00 deadline.
At a little after 2:15 on Tuesday, though, we were all of a sudden in the dark, like everyone else. Occasional power outages, of course, are no major issue. We have backups for our systems, and options for some of the related headaches.
But by 3:00 when the expected power-on time moved from a minor inconvenience to, well, the next day, we closed up shop and headed out. Sherrie and Hope did what most people in town did and went to check on their families and get things ready for a potential long night.
Because we were without internet or power (and my laptop is not the easiest way to edit content), I made the decision to head to safe harbor at my parent’s home in Bannock county which was the closest place I could get internet and a monitor. As a result, there were some aspects of the outage that we were not directly able to be there for.
One was the planned Public Input meeting on the Impact Zone, which was held at the Event Center. The Event Center also happened the be the county’s emergency shelter, and was open to the public for anyone who needed power, warmth, or other emergency attention.
The meeting was held as planned, partly because not holding it would necessitate rescheduling a number of things due to notice laws in the state. A followup meeting may be planned at some time in the future, due to the circumstances.
We also weren’t able to speak to any crews on the ground at the time or Rocky Mountain Power, but here is the story as it has been released.
The power countywide went out at 2:15 p.m., as a result of what Rocky Mountain Power called “an equipment failure” at the substation off Highway 38. Employees had been on site for several days preceding and at the time of the event working on equipment, though the exact nature of the cause is not clear at present.
At around 5:00 p.m. power was restored to about 500 of the over 3,000 customers who were affected by the outage.
It was not until 4:44 a.m. that power was restored valley wide.
During the more than twelve hours
that power was out, the county’s support networks kicked in, with neighbor-to-neighbor checks having been instigated both instinctively and through response plans put in place over the years by church, county, and city preparation.
Nell J Redfield, along with the Event Center, was able to function through the use of emergency generators. The Event Center is the official emergency shelter of the county, and its backup generator has been a project of the last few years under the direction of Emergency Services Director Dan Williams. While the Event Center was not put to the stress test of high occupancy during the event, it no doubt would have been had the outage continued for a longer span of time, especially in the frigid weather conditions. The fact that everything worked the way it was supposed to is comforting looking forward to a longer or more devastating emergency.
John Williams, Nell J Redfield CEO, explained that the hospital also continued to operate seamlessly. “As soon as the power went out, it almost immediately kicked over to the generator,” he said. The hospital’s reserve power allows it to continue all essential functions and services, regardless of the external power grid. It is supplied with enough fuel to last a number of days until refueling, and without losing any data or critical functionality.
Kathy Hubbard explained that some of the lighting is not on the emergency circuit, so residents of the longterm care facility used portable lanterns to add light to their rooms, and had a nice time.
Congratulations to the city, county, and hospital for their responses, but an especially important thank you should be directed at the community as a whole, who came together to take care of one another.
Here are some excerpts from what people told us about their experiences.
Kim Sue Evans: “This was a small inconvenience to us, but a major problem for those craftsmen who were onsite. They had to work in the most severe of conditions. Wind,rain,snow and cold. They did a job most of us would find unbearable . My thanks go out to all those individuals and organizations who were involved. Great learning lesson for emergency communications”
Linda Daniels: “great comment and exactly my thoughts!!! I just want to add that it’s amazing how dedicated those craftsmen were, working in such harsh conditions. Thanks to Dax and the entire Rocky Mountain team for their hard work and commitment!!! Please be so
safe everyday....”
Brianna Thomas: “Thankfully our generator started right up, my teenage daughter had to get her bother home and take care of the new puppy. My husband and I were in Logan at work and my other daughter’s basketball game out of town. She said they were fine to find food that didn’t need warmed up and their sweaters were doing the job. My 7 year old was excited to get out of school early, until he figured out what a major power outage means. I don’t think he’s ever experienced one of that magnitude before. I am grateful for awesome family that went over and got a fire going in the wood burning stove once she said “it was getting chilly” since we were still gone. Luckily when we did get home, our generator started right up even though it’s been awhile. My husband is bit of an emergency preparedness guy, so he had all the battery powered lights ready to go.
Thank you to the crews for their hard work!!! That can’t be said enough. I hope everyone was able to stay warm.”
Rebecca Smith: “We’ve dealt with outage during high heat (110 degrees in Cali) and now an outage in the very cold. The situations and needs are similar in some ways, but vastly different. We drove to Tremonton to get food and two of my adult kids were talking about all the outages as kids. They were never scared as we always made it fun. Grilling, hide and seek (in the dark especially was fun) and how different the major outage is as an adult.”
James Kidder: “My generator was locked up when I needed it most so word to the wise check your needed maintenance on all engines even if it’s still “newer” because stuff happens normally when you need it most.”
Kristy King-Zahn: “With my husband out of town I had to learn how to work the generator on our camper and troubleshoot it not staying running. Luckily my hubby had wifi on his flight to the East Coast and I could call my father in law in AZ. Once it
started I got the furnace on the camper started. My kids and I checked on some friends and then drove out to the substation so I could show my kids all the people that would be working all night to get us power again. I had picked up food in Tremonton when we were there for a class and a planned dinner of grilled cheese and applesauce turned into cereal and applesauce since the propane wasn’t running to our camper stove. My kids joined me in my bed. We played Old Maid and Uno, they stayed up two hours past bedtime but hopefully have some good memories about the time we lost power. We stayed warm all night despite running out of propane prior to 2am with an inside temp of 56 (from 68 at bedtime) and then waking up to the camper being 46. You wouldn’t know it under all our blankets. It was a less than ideal situation but I think everyone was looking out for each other and that is part of what makes our little part of Idaho so special.”
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One of the only sources of light during the blackout was the pickleball court. Courtesy of Dot Evanson.
A view of the substation fire, provided by Dot Evanson.
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Not recommended for parents or kids...
By Gramma Dot
That’s the night the lights went out in…Malad. The Malad Family History Center in the Stake Building is where I was when everything went dark. A few of us were at the Center so at least we had company. Jan went on a tour of the building to check on preparations for her ward party and ran into another party planner who had a video of the fireball at the substation. That video got my attention.
My first question was, “How?”
My second was, “How many days before we are back to normal?”
By the time I got home, Becky Cox had texted instructions to turn on the emergency radios. Kim Evans, our area’s lead, was checking in just as I turned mine on. I reported we were fine. I then settled back and listened to neighbors and friends report on their own status and that of their neighbors and friends, which reminded me I had neighbors and friends, too. So, I did a little checking. It seemed like Kim wasn’t leav-
Curlew Senior Citizens’ Menu
Every meal served with Juice/ Milk/Coffee & Salad Bar Dec 11 - Chicken Noodle Soup, Carrots, Fruit, Rolls, Dessert Dec 16 – Taco Salad, Corn Tortilla Chips, Fruit, Dessert
ing his post until he knew the condition of every household in his area; and people were responding. Some were texting or calling, visits were made when there was no response, but everyone was accounted for by about 7:00pm. It made me feel good to know we were in this together.
Then about 10:00pm, friend Sara Richardson sent a picture of the pickleball courts with the caption, “At least there is one place in town with lights.” It was a mecca of light amidst the gloom! Next time the lights go out, friend Rebecca thinks we should all meet at the courts for a game and some light.
By morning power was restored, so my second question was answered earlier than expected. I’m still waiting for an answer to the first, which will hopefully be in The Enterprise this week. I do know Life is Good, even with fireballs if you have neighbors and friends, a pickleball court with solar light, and Rocky Mountain Power working overtime.
Malad Senior Citizens’ Menu
Every meal served with Juice/ Milk/Coffee
Dec 12 - Chicken Haystacks, Fruit Salad, Dessert
Dec 17 – Christmas Dinner – Ham, Cheese Potatoes, Green Beans, Jello Salad, Rolls, Dessert
ON THIS DAY
1620 Mayflower Pilgrims come ashore in Plymouth Bay, traditionally thought to be at Plymouth Rock, Massachusetts
1844 First dental use of nitrous oxide in Hartford, Connecticut, by John Riggs on dentist Horace Wells
1882 Boston’s Bijou Theatre the first American playhouse lit exclusively by electricity, holds its first performance: W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan’s comic opera “lolanthe”
1909 Colored moving pictures are demonstrated at Madison Square Garden in New York City
1913 “Mona Lisa” is recovered two years after it was stolen from the Louvre Museum in Paris
1980 “Magnum P.I.” starring Tom Selleck premieres on CBS
1981 Former world heavyweight boxing champion Muhammad Ali’s 61st and last fight; loses to Trevor Berbick by unanimous decision
in 10 rounds at Queen Elizabeth Sports Centre, Nassau Bahamas
1991 “Hook”, a swashbuckling film sequel to the Peter Pan story, directed by Steven Spielberg, and starring Robin Williams and Dustin Hoffman premieres
2006 Jerry Sloan achieves his 1,000th career win as coach when his Utah Jazz defeat the Dallas Mavericks
2009 Angry Birds, a Finnish puzzle video game, is released internationally and becomes a massive global success
2012 British physicist, Stephen Hawking, wins the $3 million Fundamental Physics Prize, the most lucrative academic prize in the world
2019 Discovery of the earliest figurative artwork in the world, 43,900 years old, featuring figures part human and part animal, from a cave in Sulawesi, Indonesia, reported in the journal “Nature”
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SCHOOL MENU— DEC.
Malad Elementary BreakfastServed with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk 15 – Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Burrito 16 – Cereal Assortment, Mini Waffle 17 – Cereal Assortment, French Toast 18 – Cereal Assortment, French Toast
Malad Elementary LunchServed with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk 15 – Quesadilla, Chsy Refried Beans, Food Choice, Carrot Sticks, Mandarin Oranges 16 – Chicken Nuggets, Macaroni & Cheese, Food Choice, Celery Sticks, Peaches 17 – Stuffwich, Chips, Food Choice, Green Beans, Apple 18 – PBJ, Cheese Stick/Chips, Food Choice, Corn, Pears
Malad Middle & High School
Breakfast - Served with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk
15 – Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Burrito, Fruit, Juice/Milk
16 – Cereal Assortment, Bagel & Cream Cheese, Fruit, Juice/Milk 17 – Cereal Assortment, Apple Cin Tex Toast, Fruit, Juice/Milk 18 – Cereal Assortment, Sweet Bread, Fruit, Juice/Milk
Malad Middle & High School
Lunch - Served with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk
15 – Corn Dog, Mac & Cheese, Salad Bar, Food Choice, Carrot Sticks, Pineapple 16 – Christmas Dinner – Roast Beef Gravy/Mash Pot, Roll, Salad Bar, Food Choice, Green Beans, Pears 17 – Teriyaki Chicken Bowl, Eggrolls, Salad Bar, Food Choice, Broccoli, Applesauce 18 – PBJ/Cheese Stick, Chips/ Christmas Cookie, Salad Bar, Food Choice, Carrot Sticks, Orange
BOWLING RESULTS
Tuesday Pinpoppers – 12/2/25
Power Outage - No Bowling
High Game – Lacie Hess 190, Doyle Williams 236 High Series – Scott Searle 608, Lacie Hess 484 Other 200 Games – Brett Blaisdell 226, Scott Searle 222
BIRTHDAYS
Blaine Bird, Dec. 14
Ashley Harrison, Dec. 14
Chris Wright, Dec. 14
Mary Allen, Dec. 15
Chloe Thomas, Dec. 15
Jean Thomas, Dec. 15
Gary Wakley, Dec. 15
Melissa Clark, Dec. 15
Bailey Wise, Dec. 15
Mary Lynn Daniels, Dec. 16
Christopher Hess, Dec. 16
Anita Jeppsen, Dec. 16
Piper Livingston, Dec. 16
Lyndsie Thomas, Dec. 16
Betty Roderick, Dec. 16
Lex Smith, Dec. 16
Richard VanBebber, Dec. 16
Michael J. Hess, Dec. 17
Kyle Phillips, Dec. 17
Rodney Michael Scott, Dec. 17
Mary Dorius, Dec. 18
Joseph Hawkins, Dec. 18
Laurel Thomas, Dec. 18
Trever Thorpe, Dec. 18
Brittney Peterson, Dec. 19
Tiffany Jones, Dec. 19
Kyle Davis, Dec. 20
Ralph T. Jones, Dec. 20
Michael Stokes, Dec. 20
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LOOKING BACK
10 YEARS AGO (2015)
In keeping with the Christmas spirit of love and cooperation, the Malad LDS Church, the Malad Presbyterian Church, Victory Baptist Church and the local Catholic Church, along with the Community Chorus and the Iron Door Playhouse joined in an effort to remind the community about the true reason for the season, by having a Live Nativity event in Malad.
This week is the start of the Hammin’ It Up for Christmas contest! A holiday ham will be awarded to the fifteen winners of the contest sponsored by Malad merchants.
On December 13 at 11:00 a.m., the First Presbyterian Church of Malad will celebrate the installation of its new pastor, Scott Gruwell.
The Malad Merchants’ Christmas Coloring Contest Grand Prize Drawing is taking place this Saturday, December 12, at 1:00 p.m. at the community Christmas tree by Allen Drug at Bannock Street and Main. The contest is conducted annually under the direction of The Idaho Enterprise.
Malad High School’s football team had several players named to the 2A Fifth District All-Conference teams. The All-Conference teams are selected by the coaches in the district.
Named to the First Team were Hayden Green at wide receiver, Calvin Willie at defensive end, and Hugo Ramos at center.
Players selected for the All-Conference Second Team were D.J. Evans at wide receiver, Tucker Hess at linebacker, and Alex Saunders at defensive tackle.
Those selected as honorable mentions were Kolby Driessen at linebacker and Chase Davis and Allen Atkinson at cornerback.
Green, Willie, Ramos, Hess, Saunders, Davis and Atkinson were senior members of the Dragon’s past season. D.J. Evans is a junior and Kolby Driessen is a freshman player for the Dragons.
15 YEARS AGO (2010)
Local Firemen are preparing for the Firemen’s Ball slated for December 11 in the American Legion Building. It’s going to be the 89th consecutive time the Fire Department has sponsored this event for residents of Malad and surrounding area. The dancing will start at 9 p.m. with music provided by the Rough Stock Band.
Christ’s Cowboy Gospel Singers were in full swing on Friday evening, December 3 in front of an appreciative audience at the first County Gospel Music concert and chili dinner offered by the Victory Baptist Church.
Members of the Malad Second Ward have a new Bishopric. Brian Llewelyn was sustained as Bishop with Ted Driessan as his first counselor and Seth Seamons as his second counselor. Executive Secretary is Kelly Hill, Financial Clerk Rod Moon and Ward Clerk Brian McDonald.
Twelve Malad merchants teamed up this year to offer “Hammin’ It Up At The Holidays” for 2010. Included are” Hess Lumber Do It Best, Evans Co-op True Value, Griffiths OK Tire, ATC Communications, Me-N-Lou’s Restaurant and Pizza, Allen Drug and Variety, Thomas Market, Thomas Electric and Furniture, Oneida County Hospital, Long Term Care/Home Care and Clinic, U. S. Bank, Hess Truck, Auto and Ag/Napa Auto Parts,
and The Idaho Enterprise.
20 YEARS AGO (2005)
Trent Charles Buehler of Malad was elected student body President of Brigham Young University-Idaho. Trent is a graduate of Malad High School and is the son of Don and Debbie Buehler.
The cast of “Bah Humbug” is ready and eager to perform the well-known Charles Dickens classic for audiences next week at the Iron Door Playhouse. The cast includes: Miya Alger, Jessica Salter, Karen Moss, Robyn Morley, Christina Peterson, Krystal Tavoian, Josh Stevens, Shantel Tavoian, Jonathan Jensen, Cinniman Schwartz, Scott Morley, Tricia Danielson, Jim Cramner, Pennie Wolf, Lanie Allen, Devin Plowman and Cara Bott.
The Oneida Pioneer Museum announced an open house to showcase the antique crayon portraits housed in the museum. Forty-one portraits were preserved this past summer by Silver X Photographic Conservation of Hagerman, under the direction of Ms. DiAnne Iverglynne.
This project was funded in part by a $4,000 grant from the Idaho Heritage Trust of Weiser, Idaho, with matching funds and contributions from the Idaho Humanities Council of Boise, Idaho, the Idaho Community Foundation of Boise, Idaho, and the Oneida Pioneer Museum.
25 YEARS AGO (2000)
Ireland Bank lends a helping hand to the Malad Fire Department with a donation of $2,650 for new pagers. Branch Manager Regene Jones presented the check to Fire Chief Ron Blaisdell and Secretary Lynn Price. Some of the pagers the firemen use are old enough to be worn out, and Ireland’s donation will make it possible for the Fire Department to replace them, says Blaisdell. The Department will also be able to purchase pagers for new firemen who have been added.
Appearing before Sixth District Magistrate David L. Evans in a preliminary hearing November 30, Linda Elaine Schwartz was bound over to District Court to stand trial for first-degree murder.
Autumn Evans is the winner of the “Farmer’s Share” contest sponsored last month by the Oneida Farm Bureau in conjunction with the annual Farm-City Week. Participants were invited to guess how many pounds of
sugar beets were needed to produce enough sugar to make an assortment of items on display in a grocery basket at Thomas Market.
Tia Baker, Allison Jones and Amanda Panting were pictured in The Idaho Enterprise showing off their parabolic cooker, which got warm enough to cook marshmallows and heat water with light.
40 YEARS AGO (1985)
The new Hess Pumice plant is nearing the 60-percent completion mark. Transition from the old facility to the new is scheduled to begin in mid-January even while construction is still going on here at the new site.
The Cub Scouts of Pack 401, Holbrook lived up to their Cub Scout promise last Tuesday when they earned $2.00 each by shoveling snow, babysitting, etc. The money was used to buy lumber, stain, paint, and pompoms and made Reindeer, which they sent to the Festival of Trees in Salt Lake. The items sold and the money donated to the Primary Children’s Hospital to help children in need of medical attention to save their lives. Those participating were Bryson Nalder, Josh Baker, Laren Nalder, Jeremy Nalder, Ryker Jones, Shawn Williams, Josh Bird and Lance Bird. The Den Leader is Bernice Nalder.
Krishele Willie has been selected as the Malad High School nominee for the Hugh O’Brien Youth Foundation Leadership Seminar. Krishele has been the 7th grade class president, has been in charge of her class’ homecoming mascot for the last two years, and has helped organize other homecoming activities. She is a member of the drill team, the band, the MHS German Club, and has excelled academically. She is the daughter of Tim and Julie Willie.
50 YEARS AGO (1975)
The groans of disappointed Malad youngsters must have been picked up by reindeer Rudolph’s sensitive ears and relayed to Santa Claus last week because Old Nick has managed to acquire a movie to provide local children with their traditional Christmas treat.
Aiding Santa from this end of the globe were helpers Tim Thorpe and Phil Gillies, who located the Walt Disney film “Bristle Face” and three Disney cartoons – “Ferdinand the Bull”, “Goliath” and “The Little House”; and helper Brett Rich, who arranged the showing.
Pearl Jones, Oneida County Farm Bureau Women’s Chairman, received the Outstanding Scrapbook Award from Oscar Field, the President of the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation. The award was presented to Oneida County at the recent Farm Bureau Annual Convention in Coeur d’Alene.
Malad shoppers will have a new store to browse through for Christmas presents with the opening of Malad Valley Western Wear and Shoe Repair – “The Grit Shop” – on December 12 at 5 Bannock St. The new owner, Dale Price of Samaria, is buying out Bone’s Western Wear in Rexburg, Idaho where he used to work while attending Rick’s College.
MHS students elected as Mr. and Mrs. Mirror Colen Sweeten and Kathleen Colton. They will be honored at the dance on December 12.
Nolan and Iris Blaisdell were honored by the Shaklee Corporation for their outstanding performance as a
sales distributor team. Two thousand leading distributors of Shaklee products were rewarded by the company for their outstanding 1975 performance with an all-expense paid trip to the convention.
60 YEARS AGO (1965)
Two and a half million dollars have been allocated by the federal government for Idaho school districts having children whose families receive low incomes or depend on public assistance for much of their support. While the money is earmarked to help children who have lacked the advantages of schooling, the Idaho Department of Education states that the money could result in benefit to all students. Mrs. Ella Palmer and Mrs. Gwenford Crowther were standing by the monument, which designates Malad’s Pioneer Park north of Malad High School. Dedicated on August 31, 1956, and sponsored by the Native Daughters of Idaho Pioneers, Station No. 4, the park has been an exceptionally popular gathering place for family reunions and picnic groups. Mrs. Crowther was serving as organization president and Mrs. Palmer as the secretary. The park is dedicated to the early pioneers who settled Malad Valley from 1864 to 1890.
Everyone is invited to attend the St. John LDS Ward Gold and Green Ball. Debutants are Suzanne Harrison, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dale Harrison; Marilyn Thomas, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William R. Thomas; Karleen Kay, Mollie Illum, daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Illum; Janice Blaisdell, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nolan Blaisdell, and Linda Unsworth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Unsworth and niece of Mrs. Faye Jones. 70 YEARS AGO (1955)
Appointment of Gary Allen as Malad distributor of Rocky Mountain Dairy Products was announced this week by Jack Pierce, RM sales supervisor. The new distributor, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Ervin Allen, attended the Malad schools and was a standout performer on the Malad high basketball and football squads. His wife, the former Kathleen Edwards, and baby make their home on Bannock Street.
Members of the Malad chapter of the Future Farmers of American, prepare bait boxes, which will be used in the pest drive currently being conducted by the organization. Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise were Jess Harrison, Gary Parry, Brent Howard, Delon Archibald and Monte Jones.
A numbers of cases of mumps in Oneida County has now reached the epidemic stage and new absences each day at the Malad schools indicate there will be many more afflicted before the disease runs its course. Mrs. Barbara Lawson, school nurse, estimates that there are now about 70 pupils confined to home with the mumps and many adult cases have also been reported.
80 YEARS AGO (1945)
For the first time since the war started, Malad City has Christmas decorations on the street and buildings. Brightly colored lights strung from building to building, a decorated tree on the corner of Bannock and Main Street and wreaths on light posts are part of the decorations sponsored by the Mayor and council, the Malad Chamber of Commerce, Oneida County Commissioners and the Lions Club.
10 YEARS AGO (2015) All-Conference football players named from Malad High School are pictured, left to right, Hayden Green, Calvin Willie and Hugo Ramos - first team; D.J. Evans, Tucker Hess and Alex Saunders - 2nd team; Kolby Driessen, Chase Davis and not pictured, Allen Atkinson - honorable mention.
20 YEARS AGO (2005) The cast of “Bah Humbug” is ready and eager to perform the well-known Charles Dickens classic for audiences next week at the Iron Door Playhouse. Pictured left to right are: (front) Miya Alger, Jessica Salter, Karen Moss, Robyn Morley, Christina Peterson, Krystal Tavoian; (back) Josh Stevens, Shantel Tavoian, Jonathan Jensen, Cinnaman Schwartz, Scott Morley, Tricia Danielson, Jim Cramner, Pennie Wolf, Lanie Allen, Devin Plowman and Cara Bott.
Christmas Countdowns
BY ALLISON ELIASON
There’s a reason we say Christmas is “the most wonderful time of the year!” Christmas is packed with traditions like decorating the tree, baking treats, watching classic movies, and reading nativity stories that connect people to childhood memories and family history. There is the sense of awe and wonder with all the lights, music, snow , and festive decorations that transform the ordinary into something special. Christmas inspires people to give more than ever, giving gifts, time, service, and donations. The season is full of family and friends gathering, busy schedules pausing long enough for people to slow down and be together. For many, celebrating the birth of Jesus brings deep reverence, peace, and joy. Even for those who aren’t religious, the season often brings a sense of hope, reflection, and renewal.
Christmas truly is the most wonderful time of the year. But it doesn’t always just happen without some intentional planning. But at the same time, the season is full of parties, programs, and concerts on top of all the usual schedule demands and obligations. So here is a list of Christmas countdown ideas you can do from your home.
25-Day Christmas Countdown: The Nativity Scriptures
December 1- Isaiah 7:14
December 2- Isaiah 9:6
December 3- Micah 5:2
December 4- Luke 1:26–28
December 5- Luke 1:30–31
December 6- Luke 1:32–33
December 7- Luke 1:38
December 8- Matthew 1:18–20
December 9- Matthew 1:21
December 10- Matthew 1:22–23
December 11- Luke 1:39–41
December 12- Luke 1:42–45
December 13- Luke 1:46–48
December 14- Luke 2:1–3
December 15- Luke 2:4–7
December 16- Luke 2:7
December 17- Luke 2:8–9
December 18- Luke 2:10–11
December 19- Luke 2:12
December 20- Luke 2:13–14
December 21- Luke 2:15–16
December 22- Luke 2:17–18
December 23- Luke 2:19
December 24- Matthew 2:1–2
December 25- Luke 2:20
25 Days of Christmas Service Countdown
December 1 – Give a Genuine Compliment. Tell someone something kind, specific, and heartfelt.
December 2 – Write a Thank-You Note. To a teacher, coach, coworker,
neighbor, or church leader.
December 3 – Hold the Door for Someone. Look for opportunities to make someone’s day easier.
December 4 – Send a Text of Encouragement. Reach out to someone who might be struggling or alone.
December 5 – Donate a Can of Food. Add one item—or a few—to a local food bank.
December 6 – Let Someone Go Ahead of You. In line, in traffic, anywhere.
December 7 – Pick Up Trash. Clean up a parking lot, park, or roadside.
December 8 – Do a Secret Act of Service. Leave a treat, shovel a walk, or leave a nice note anonymously.
December 9 – Give a Family Member a Break. Do a chore someone else usually does without being asked.
December 10 – Donate Warm Clothing. Scarves, gloves, blankets, coats—new or gently used.
December 11 – Leave a Big Tip (If You Can). Or simply express gratitude to someone working hard.
December 12 – Write a Letter to a Missionary, Soldier, or Elder. Let them know they’re remembered.
December 13 – Say “Yes” Today. To one request you’d normally dismiss.
December 14 – Share Homemade Treats. With a neighbor, friend, or first responder.
December 15 – Smile at Everyone You See. It sounds small, but it changes the atmosphere.
December 16 – Donate Toys or Books. To local drives, libraries, hospitals, or shelters.
December 17 – Give Someone Your Full Attention. One conversation, no phone, no distractions.
December 18 – Share a Favorite Scripture or Quote. Send it to someone who might need hope today.
December 19 – Do an Act of Kindness for a Stranger. Pay for someone’s drink, carry groceries, help load a cart.
December 20 – Call a Family Member You Haven’t Talked to Recently. Let them know you’re thinking of them.
December 21 – Be Generous With Patience. Drive kindly, wait kindly, respond kindly.
December 22 – Write a Note to Your Kids or Spouse. Tell them what you love about them.
December 23 – Serve Somewhere Locally. A shelter, food bank, church, or school—just show up and help.
December 24 – Share the Story of Jesus. Read the Nativity with someone or share why Christmas matters to you.
December 25 – Give the Gift of Time. Be fully present with your loved ones today.
NEWS OF RECORD
ONEIDA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
Garen Allen Atkinson, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Tyler D Braun, Idaho Falls, driving with expired license, $44.50, costs $56.50
Tamra Lee Chatfield, Downey, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Michelle Lynn McCarl, Saint Cloud, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Justin McKinney, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Micole Monson, Preston, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Kyson Daniel Price, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Matthew Christian Prince, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Alicia Lynette Seamons, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Jacqueline Reece Stucki, Inkom, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50 MALAD CITY
Seth Adam Fesler, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Travis Miller, Mald, overtaking and passing school bus, $300.00, costs
$56.50
Alex Probst, Malad, overtaking and passing school bus, $300.00, costs
$56.50
Cynthia Margreeth Scott, Malad, overtaking and passing school bus, $300.00, costs $56.50
IDAHO STATE POLICE
Julio A Barrientos Perez, Herriman, speeding $33.50, costs $56.50
25-Day Christmas Adventure
Countdown
Day 1 – Deck the Halls Dash: Set a timer for 30 minutes and see how much decorating you can get done as a family—lights, garland, nativity, whatever you’ve got.
Day 2 – Christmas Lights Safari: Pile in the car, wear PJs if you want, and drive around to rate Christmas lights. Give out “awards” like Most Sparkly or Best Nativity.
Day 3 – Hot Cocoa Taste Test: Make or buy 3–4 different hot cocoas (flavors or brands) and rank them. Extra adventure: drink them outside around a fire pit or on the porch.
Day 4 – Christmas Song Karaoke: Turn your living room into a “stage.” Everyone has to perform one Christmas song—dramatic, silly, or serious.
Day 5 – Winter Night Walk: Bundle up and take a walk under the stars. No phones, just talking. Try to find the brightest star and make a wish or say a quiet prayer of gratitude.
Day 6 – Gingerbread Engineering Challenge: Build the craziest, tallest, or most “structurally sound” gingerbread house you can. Use graham crackers if you don’t have kits.
Day 7 – Elf for a Day: Each person secretly picks one family member to “secretly serve” all day: make their bed, do their chore, leave notes, etc.
Day 8 – Christmas Movie Marathon (With a Twist): Watch a Christmas movie, but everyone has a role: snack captain, blanket boss, lights manager, or quote-keeper (writes down the funniest line).
Day 9 – Ornament Quest: Hide a special ornament somewhere in the house. Give clues or a treasure map. Whoever finds it gets to choose tomorrow’s adventure.
Day 10 – Build a Christmas Fort: Blankets, chairs, pillows—make an indoor fort. Read a Christmas story or watch a short movie inside.
Day 11 – Bake & Deliver Adventure: Bake cookies or treats, then personally deliver them to at least one neighbor or friend you don’t see often.
Day 12 – Christmas Around the World Night: Pick one country and learn how they celebrate Christmas. Try a food, decoration, or tradition from that country.
Day 13 – Snow (or No-Snow) Play Day: If you have snow: sledding, snowman, snow angels. No snow: leaf pile jumping, muddy-boot walk, or backyard obstacle course with a “North Pole” theme.
Day 14 – Christmas Photo Challenge: Take 10 fun themed photos: “Reindeer Pose,” “Silent Night,” “Snowflake,” “Cheesiest Smile,” etc. Make
a little album or collage.
Day 15 – Candlelight Christmas Story: Turn off all the lights, use candles or the tree lights, and read the Nativity story or a favorite Christmas book together.
Day 16 – Family Talent (or No-Talent) Show: Everyone has to show something: a trick, joke, song, poem, dance, random skill. Extra points for Christmas-themed acts.
Day 17 – Christmas Craft Lab: Make something: ornaments, paper snowflakes, salt dough shapes, homemade gift tags, or a simple wreath.
Day 18 – Game Night Blizzard: Pick 2–3 board games or card games and play until you’re done or laugh too hard to keep going. Winner gets first pick of dessert or the comfiest couch spot.
Day 19 – Christmas Lights Hike or Drive:Go somewhere a little farther than usual—a different neighborhood, downtown, a park, or a drivethrough light display.
Day 20 – Big Blanket + Christmas Book: Spread a huge blanket on the floor, pile on pillows and snacks, and read one long Christmas story or several picture books together.
Day 21 – Silly Christmas Costume Night: Everyone has to dress up: ugly sweater, reindeer antlers, Santa hat, tinsel scarf, whatever you can dig up. Take a family photo.
Day 22 – Make a Gift by Hand: Everyone makes one handmade gift: a note, coupon book, small craft, baked good, playlist, or framed picture.
Day 23 – Bethlehem Meal or Simple Supper: Have a very simple dinner by candlelight (bread, cheese, fruit, soup, etc.) and talk about what it might have been like the night Jesus was born.
Day 24 – Christmas Eve Tradition Adventure: New PJs. Drive to see lights. Read Luke 2. Special dessert or game. Pick something that says: this is us.
Day 25 – Unplug & Be Together: Have a “low tech” block of time (an hour, afternoon, or all day if you’re brave). Play, talk, nap, go outside— just enjoy being together.
Let these lists be just the start of your intentional holiday celebration! Add in your favorite Christmas stories, spend time in the kitchen making Christmas candies, or your favorite carols. Mix and match to make your own countdown. Whatever you do, be sure you add a little bit of Christmas cheer each day to intentionally make it the most wonderful time of the year.
Logan Dean Brown, North Logan, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Riley Calvin Downard West Valley, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Robert Blaine Frech, American Fork, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Peter Krag Jones, Jerome, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Rogelio Mercado, Idaho Falls, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Job Nyswyn, Salt Lake City, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Rachael Michelle Price, Clearfield, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Joane G Quilter Orem, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Christian Phillip Rosales, Upland, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50
Gretel Rose Seable, Grants Pass, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50; fail to provide proof of insurance, $75.00, costs $56.50
Romney Faafua Tilo, Eagle Mounting, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Joseph Alexandre Sule, Pocatello, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50
MAGISTRATE COURT
Mansour Bahnamiri Khazel, Twin Falls, failure to place warning devices as required when stopped, $44.50, costs $157.50
RECORDED LIST
December 1, 2025
Deed of Reconveyance - Grantor: First American Title Insurance, Intercap Lending, Flagship Financial Group
LLC; Grantee: Kyle C Wayment
Deed of Trust - Grantor: Joshua K Davis, Ryan N Davis; Grantee: America First Federal Credit Union December 2, 2025
Deed of Reconveyance - Grantor: Cache Valley Bank, First American Title Insurance Company; Grantee: Joseph Gregory Whitney Gregory December 3, 2025
Deed of Reconveyance - Grantor: Academy Mortgage Corporation, First American Title Insurance Company; Grantee: Alexis Ann Daniels
Modification of Mortgage - Grantor: Casey O Jones, Lori A Jones, Lori Ann Jones; Grantee: Agwest Farm Credit
Deed of Reconveyance - Grantor: NHS Lending INC, Pioneer Title Company of Ada County, Pioneer Lender Trustee Services; Grantee: Colter Sweeten
Modification of Mortgage - Grantor: Rocky Mountain Land & Cattle LLC; Grantee: The Bank of Commerce
Assignment of Deed of TrustGrantor: U.S. Bank National Association, RMTP Trust Series 2021 COTTAGE-TT-V, Fay Servicing, LLC, Adam Leishman, Jetta Leishman; Grantee: Finance of America Mortgage LLC
December 4, 2025
Deed of Reconveyance - Grantor: First American Title Insurance Company, Rocket Mortgage LLC; Grantee: Elizabeth M Godfrey
Deed of Reconveyance - Grantor:
First Guaranty Mortgage Corporation, First American Title Insurance Company; Grantee: Deann Louise Feller
Underground Right of Way Easement, Grantor: RB Ward Ranch LLC; Grantee: Pacificort, Rocky Mountain Power - DBA Quit Claim Deed - Grantor: Tresa Little, Grantee: Teresa Little, Larissa Little
Warranty Deed - Grantor: Wrights Creek Ranches LLC; Grantee: Bison Boys Ranches LLC
Warranty Deed - Grantor: Dogspatch LLC; Grantee: Bison Boys Ranches LLC
December 5, 2025
Affidavit and Acceptance of Trusteeship - Grantor: Deanna Lee Williams, Trustee, Williams Living Trust; Grantee: Joe L. Williams (deceased)
Warranty Deed - Deanna Lee Williams, Trustee, Williams Living Trust; Grantee: L & A Ranches, LLC
Mortgage - Grantor: L & A Ranches, LLC; Grantee: Agwest Farm West
Credit
Deed of Trust - Grantor: Cheyanne Hansen, Tyson Hansen, Sandie Morlock, Brian Morlock; Grantee: Intercap Lending Inc
Warranty Deed - Grantor: Clint D Thomas, Jaren Thomas; Grantee: Justin Lake, Harli Lake
Modification of Mortgage - Grantor: G5 Land Company, LLC, Cranney Land Company, LLC; Grantee: Rabo AGrifinance, Inc
Terrel W Jones
April 2, 1944 ~ December 5, 2025
Terrel W Jones, 81, lifetime resident, passed away on December 5, 2025, from complications following surgery.
Terrel was born April 2, 1944, in Malad, Idaho, a son of Joseph D and June Williams Jones. He was raised and educated in Malad and was a graduate of Malad High School, class of 1962.
He married his High School Sweetheart, Carol Anna Edwards in Malad, Idaho, on October 11, 1962, and had celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary this year. They made their home in Malad where Terrel farmed and ranched and raised Hereford and Angus cattle.
Terrel was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Terrel was an active member of the original Search & Rescue Organization.
He is survived by his wife Carol, and three children: Dean, (Regene) of Malad, Idaho, Dale (Tonya) of Riverside, Utah, and Darin (Christine) of Prince George, British Columbia. Grandchildren: Wacey, Madison, Allysa, Dalton, Trasen, Fallon, Nevada. Great grandchildren: Draylyn, JoJo, Chipper, McCoy, Ruby, Dakota and one on the
way. A brother Ray of Malad, Idaho and a sister Madlyn Bloxham of Ivans, Utah.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Beverly and a brother Dean.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 15, 2025, at 12 noon in the Horsley Funeral Home 132 West 300 North, in Malad. Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday, December 14, from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. and on Monday prior to the services from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00p.m. Burial will follow in the Pleasant View Cemetery.
Longterm Care celebrates Christmas
Residents of the longterm care facility at Nell J Redfield were treated to a Christmas party last week. The highlights of the event were songs by the First Ward Activity Days girls, who sang “Witness of Christmas,” and joined residents in singing a variety of other holiday tunes, and a visit to the living center by Santa and Mrs. Claus, who handed out Christmas gifts to the residents with the assistance of the First Ward girls.
The event was organized by the American Legion Women’s Auxiliary, with members Kay Caldwell, Geneal White, and Shae Wilson, as well as visiting Gina Halladay. Jean Thomas provided the music. Thanks were also due to Gene Caldwell, Brent Bowen, Shelly and Steve Daniels, Susan Wittman, Kathy Hubbard, the First Ward girls, Randy and Sherrie Martindale, and a host of elves.
Emmett Kent
August 31, 1934 ~ November 28, 2025
Emmett Kent, 91, of Hazelton, Idaho, passed away peacefully at his home on November 28, 2025. He was born on August 31, 1934, in St. Johns, Idaho, where he spent his early years developing the deep love of the outdoors that would shape his entire life.
He married the love of his life, Shelda May Morgan, on February 8, 1963, and together they shared almost 63 wonderful years of partnership, devotion, and family. They built a beautiful life and raised four children, whose lives were profoundly shaped by his steady guidance, humor, and unwavering support.
A lifelong outdoorsman, he loved hunting and fishing and took every opportunity to share those passions with his children, 13 grandchildren, and 26 great-grandchildren. He also was excited to meet 2 more great-great-grandchildren expected in the coming months. Whether sitting in the bleachers cheering on a ballgame, teaching someone to cast a fishing line, showing everybody that he could shoot better with iron sights on a rifle than they could a scope, or rooting for Duke basketball, his presence made every moment fuller. He believed deeply in supporting the people he loved, attending countless activities, competitions, and outdoor adventures with pride in his eyes.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his parents-in-law; his siblings Delphine, Nellie (Ronald), Beth (Verl Udy and Bud White), Sally, and Tommy; brothers-in-law Willie Scott and Boyd Morgan; his grandchildren
Alix Kent; and great-grandchildren
Anthony Silva and Destiny Kincaid. He is survived by his beloved wife, Shelda May Morgan Kent; his children, Kim (Holly) Kent, Dale (Julie) Kent, Christy (Brian) Kincaid, and Tom (Mandi) Kent; brother-in-law Terry Burnett; sisters-in-law Judy Scott and Geri (Gary) Roderick; and brother-in-law D.J. (Becky) Morgan, along with his 12 grandchildren, and 24 great-grandchildren.
Services were held December 10, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at White-Reynolds Funeral Chapel, 2466 Addison Ave. E., Twin Falls, Idaho. A viewing was held December 9th from 5–7 p.m., with an additional viewing December 10th at 10:00 a.m. prior to the funeral. Burial followed at the cemetery in Hazelton, Idaho. He leaves behind a legacy of love, family, integrity, and shared memories beneath blue skies and open fields. He will be deeply missed.
[Above] Santa and Mrs. Claus were assisted by some First Ward elves, who helped pass out gifts to the residents.
[Left] Kay Caldwell was one of the Legion Auxiliary members who helped bring the party to Longterm care.
Hammin’It Up At Christmas
Lady Dragons increase to 7-0
BY ALLISON ELIASON
Following the Thanksgiving break the Lady Dragon basketball team competed in the annual 2025 Ririe Bulldog Shootout, playing three days of basketball against over a long weekend of basketball. The teams they faced were challenging, but no opponent was able to keep pace with the MHS team on the court or on the scoreboard. Malad came home with a shutout record, improving their season to 7-0.
Originally set as a bracketed tournament, conflicts forced the Ririe hosting school to adapt the weekend of games to scheduled head to head matches. The Lady Dragons were first pitted against the 3A Firth Cougars. Malad jumped to a big lead in the opening quarter, going up 15-9. The Cougars cut the lead in the second to just 2 points going into the half, 27-25.
But the Lady Dragons broke open the lead as they played through the third quarter as they outscored the Cougars 19-4. In Malad’s first possession of the game, Mikell Keetch hustled the ball down the court for a fast break, dribbling between defenders to the left side of the court. Keetch found Kiley Miller open on the left elbow, who kicked it out to Brynlee Jones on the opposite arc, jumping into the shot to sink an easy three.
Miller tallied another assist on the next MHS trip down the court as Keetch hit a shot from the deep corner arc to expand their lead from 2 to 8 points in just over a minute of play. It wasn’t just the guards hitting shots from the outside, senior post Liv Nelson took advantage of a stand off defender as she drained a third three pointer for the Lady Dragons. Still focusing on guarding the inside shot, Keetch found another opportunity to drop another three pointer as the Lady Dragons made the most out of a sideline inbound play.
Firth adapted their defense in an attempt to shut down the outside but Malad was just as quick to take advantage of the more open key. Keetch, Jones, and Nelson each to an opportunity to make a move to the basket, adding points to the MHS scoring and drawing fouls from the Cougars in the process.
It wasn’t just the fired up offense that kept the FHS team at bay, but the
solid defense Malad played to nearly shut them out in the third quarter. Firth only managed 4 points in the 8 minute period, 1 from a made free throw, the final 3 off a contested shot on the arc. Together the team had less than 10 attempts at the hoop and even those came at a price.
The Cougars made a small comeback attempt in the fourth quarter but only managed to cut the lead by 4 points, ending the game 57-44. Always looking for the best team shot, Miller totalled 8 assists to lead the team against Firth. Defensively she also led in steals with 3. Keetch and Paityn Ward led in scoring, each adding 14 points to the MHS total. Ward also led in rebounds with 8, closely followed by Nelson with 7.
Day two of the shootout found Malad facing The Ambrose school, a matchup they were happy to take on. In the first minutes of the game, the teams played a fast paced, back and forth game down the court with little scoring opportunities. With just under 2 minutes of the game played, the score was tied at 3. Then Malad took advantage of a loosely organized full court press, zipping the ball down the court to Nelson ready to lay the ball in for an easy 2 points.
Forcing a turnover with their own press, the Lady Dragons took possession of the ball, scoring another lay in, this time from Mady Vanbebber made open off the screen by Nelson at the high post. Another turnover from their defensive press turned to another basket, Vanbebber with the steal and Keetch with the outside shot for three.
Ambrose was able to break through the press and responded with a three pointer of their own. But it did little to deter Malad’s offensive run. After quickly inbounding the ball, Miller dribbled the ball down the court, drawing the defense to her and leaving Vanbebber open on the block. Sending the bounce pass down, Vanbebber banked in the lefthanded shot to put them up 12-6.
After a slow minute without any scoring, the Lady Dragons pushed the ball again to finish out the quarter with a 22-11 lead. Vanbebber hit a free throw, shortly followed by a rebound and putback by Nelson.
Ward added two more as she attacked the basket, driving from the left arc to the right block for the layup.
Dragons start season 2-0
BY ALLISON ELIASON
Basketball season is in full swing for the Malad Dragon team as they played out their first week of their 2025-2026 season. The full weekend of games on their home court ended in their favor as they counted up two wins and a loss.
Head Coach Zack Beutler commented on the games saying, “It was a great week of basketball for the boys program. We went 7-1 on the week against some exceptional programs. We are pleased with the boys and the way they performed.”
In their first game of the season and home opener, the Dragons hosted the Rich Rebels from Randolph, Utah. The Rebels came out to lead in the first quarter, the Dragons falling to a 9-23 deficit as the quarter ended. But making adjustments and using their bench to the fullest, the Dragons began a small comeback as they played through the second quarter.
Dawsyn Beutler started the scoring for Malad as he hit a deep corner shot off a baseline inbounds play. Beutler hit another three as the MHS team came down the floor, the Dragons breaking easily breaking the press with a pass to Easton Green at center court. He dribbled down into the key drawing the defense to him. Green kicked the ball out to Braun Nalder in the corner, but seeing Beutler open he passed it on, Beutler draining the shot. Rich went on a run, making basket after basket with the Dragons unable to shut them down. Calling a time out to refocus, Malad was able to toughen up both their offense and defense through the final moments of the quarter. Ky Willie, Nalder and Green worked together to tally a few extra points before pausing at the half. Malad came out firing in the third quarter, Carter Carey hitting a lay up
Izzy Haycock, who has been mending an old volleyball ankle injury, dropped a block shot in the brief minutes she played. With 10 seconds left, Nelson drained a 3 pointer, a shot unanswered by the Archers before the buzzer signaled the end of the quarter.
The second quarter MHS defense proved brutal for The Ambrose School, the Lady Dragons only allowing 2 points off a drive to the basket just one and half minutes into the quarter. The final 6+ minutes were totally dominated by Malad as they went on a 15 point run to end the half 37-13.
The Archers came out renewed and determined as they played out the second half of the game, outsourcing the Lady Dragons the 3528. Fortunately the early lead was more than enough for the MHS to claim the victory 65-48.
The West Jefferson Panthers was Malad’s final opponent of the weekend shootout, playing them Saturday afternoon. Having previously scouted the Lady Dragons, the Panthers came out to deny Jones in the opening possessions of the game. They extended their denial defense to include Keetch as well, playing a triangle and 2 defense. Taking advantage of that Miller went on a scoring run to put Malad up 6-0.
As Keetch brought the ball down the court she eyed Miller sitting open inside the left wing. Catching the long pass, Miller put up a quick 2 point. On their next possession, Miller started at the point, passing to Ward on her left. Cutting through the key, Miller caught the pass in the corner for another easy 2. Running nearly the same motion, Miller caught the pass from Ward on the wing, hitting a three this time. Little did it matter what defense they were set in when the Lady Dragons went down for two scoring fast break possessions, made by Jones and Keetch.
Ward opened the scoring in the second hitting a three off the fastbreak kickout by Miller. She and her teammates went on to outscore West Jefferson 17-3 in the second quarter, ending the first half 32-10.
Consistently, the Lady Dragons put up another 17 points after coming out of the halftime break. Playing at a team, one of the many strengths of this team, the scoring was spread across six MHS players on the floor. Making
the most of every fast break, executed play, and second chance shoot, Malad was up 49-21 going into the fourth quarter.
It didn’t take long for the Lady Dragons to add one more scoring basket to the total to tip them over the 30+ lead, resulting in a running clock for the remainder of the fourth quarter. Despite the short-lived period, Malad still added 6 more points by Keetch, Vanbebber and Jette Nelson to finish the game 57-30.
Head Coach Trevor Jones was happy to comment on the games, saying, “It was another great week of basketball for the girls. It is always nice to get tournament style games in, where we get to play 3,back to back to back games. It definitely helps us down the road where we play a-lot of basketball in a short amount of time.
“These tournaments make you adjust quickly and the girls were able to adjust to different teams and playing styles without our usual scouting and preparation. Firth, Ambrose and West Jefferson gave us a lot of different looks and opportunities to see what we could do and the girls shined each time. Different girls stepped up in each of the games.”
He continued, “All weekend we had great team efforts, it really was wonderful to see them rise to the different challenges. Ririe puts on a great tournament. It was our goal to go there and come out with 3 wins and we did that for the third year in a row.”
Speaking of his team he concluded, “We are proud of the girls and the way they compete but also grateful for them as people. They are enjoying the journey, making memories, traditions and cheering each other on along the way.”
It was a big weekend of basketball for the Lady Dragons as they played teams outside their district, far and near. The series of games also proved a good chance for the team to mix up the lineup and adjust both their offense and defense. In the end, what they learned is that alongside talent, chemistry, and grit, this MHS has a large stock of perseverance.
Malad will next play at home as they host the 4A Bear Lake Bears on Thursday, December 11 before playing their first district game on the road at West Side High School against the Pirates on Saturday.
off the quick pass from Oak Smith at the short corner. Nalder hit a three followed by another scoring drive by Carey. Slowly but surely, the Dragon offense chipped away at the Rebel 13 point lead, Green tying the score at 54 with a made free throw as they ended the third quarter.
The final quarter was a high scoring period for both teams. They opened it trading layups at both ends, but it was the made “and one” shot by Nalder that gave Malad the small lead over Rich. Eventually the teams were tied against at 65 but Oak Smith inched the MHS score ahead with a contested block shot off the inbounds play.
For several more minutes, the two teams traded shots and points until Green put the Dragons up by the 3 points with his made lay up and free throw. Desperate for the ball, the Rebels began fouling the MHS team, Nalder going to the line multiple times. Sinking 3/4 free throws in the final seconds of the game, the Dragons extended their lead to 4 points. Rich attempted one last effort to score before the time expired but with the MHS defense in their way, the effort fell short, Malad winning 80-76.
The following night, the Dragons hosted the midstate Parma Panthers, starting with a strong lead in the first quarter 17-13. The two teams hit a dry spell for the first minutes of the second quarter but finally began to extend their lead with shots by Justin Toone, Willie, Green, Nalder and Carey. Lengthening their lead to 15 points, Malad went up 35-20 with just under a minute on the clock.
Parma worked hard to out hustle and out play Malad in the second half. The Panthers great efforts brought them back in the game, coming up short by just two points in the final moments of the game. Over the
last half of the game, Parma managed to outscore Malad 45-32. Fortunately their second quarter push put them out of reach to even the Panther’s best effort.
While he had a more quiet night in their opening game, Carey played a crucial role in their second game of the weekend as he added 21 points to the MHS score to lead the Dragons. Green followed with 12. In reverse order, the two also led in rebounds, Green pulling down 12 with Carey adding 10. Willie led the team in assists with an impressive 8, the team tallying 21 altogether.
To close out the weekend, Malad hosted the New Plymouth Pilgrims early Saturday afternoon. The strong,
talented team from the 3rd district came out to take command of the game, 13-7. The deficit wasn’t too much for the Dragons but as they came out in the second half, the Pilgrims continued to outpace the MHS. Going into the half time, Parma led, 25-14. From there the New Plymouth team continued to surge ahead to claim the final win 59-40.
The two wins were just what Malad needed to start the season on a positive note. Even the loss gave positive points for the Dragons to improve on. The Dragons’ schedule next has them playing in the Ririe Bulldog shootout, playing three days of back to back basketball that undoubtedly be a strong experience for the MHS team.
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Wrestling teams open season in style
BY ALLISON ELIASON
Malad Dragon Wrestling started their season in impressive fashion in their opening week. Their schedule featured their home opener as well as a two day weekend tournament in American Falls. In the mix of it all, the Lady Dragon wrestling team also slipped in a one day tournament at Grace High School.
The team hosted their first duals of the season Wednesday, December 3, going up against teams from Marsh Valley and Thunder Ridge. In their bouts against Marsh Valley, the MHS varsity team had a shutout performance as they defeated the Eagles 85–0. They followed with a strong 57–27 win over Thunder Ridge, handily defeating the 6A Idaho Falls team. The Lady Dragons and JV squads also opened their seasons with duals matches that night, both teams performing well for their first time on the mats.
Friday and Saturday, the Dragons competed in the Dahlke Duals tournament in American Falls, a twoday event that hosted 22 teams from Idaho and Washington. Instead of brackets in each weight class, the dual wrestling tournament featured a team-based wrestling event in which teams competed head-to-head, with one match held in each weight class. Individual match results earned team points, the team with the highest overall score ultimately declared the winner of the dual. Teams compete
in multiple rounds, with win-loss records used to determine final placements.
Friday, December 4, the Dragons went a perfect 5–0 in duals, advancing to the championship bracket for Saturday. The team continued their dominant run on Saturday, defeating four strong opponents to finish the weekend 9–0 and claim the first-place team trophy. Over the weekend, both the varsity and JV teams wrestled tough, performing exceptionally well against strong competition.
Friday Team Scores
Malad 82, New Plymouth 0
Malad 84, Gooding 6
Malad 78, Bear Lake 12
Malad 66, Burley 14
Malad 50, Gonzaga Prep 32
Saturday Championship Bracket
Score
Malad 49, Snake River 30
Malad 51, Buhl 27
Malad 42, Twin Falls 34
Malad 51, American Falls 33
Varsity individual records for the weekend were:
98 lbs — Joseph Angell (7–2)
106 lbs — Jaxon Mills (6–3)
113 lbs — Jack Willie (9–0)
120 lbs — Ayden Potter (8–1)
126 lbs — Riggin Montgomery (8–1)
132 lbs — Dutch Potter (6–3)
138 lbs — Porter Mills (6–3)
144 lbs — Cruz Carter (4–5)
150 lbs — Parker Price (3–6)
157 lbs — Drake Morrison (9–0)
165 lbs — Chase Martin (6–3)
175 lbs — Oakley Maddox (9–0)
190 lbs — Rydon Montgomery (8–1)
215 lbs — Cam Bingham (8–1) HWT — Mordecai Charles (1–8)
Before making their way to the wrestles in American Fall, the Lady Dragons competed at the Grace Grizzlies Girls Tournament Friday, December 4. Over the day-long tournament, the Malad girl’s team battled hard for a second place team finish.
Individual Placers
Braylee Price — 1st
Bella Smith — 1st
Katie Palmer — 2nd
Cale Carter — 2nd
Aubrey Shultz — 2nd
Bentley Oglesbee — 3rd
Stella Merja — 3rd
Serenity Brees — 4th
Saturday, the Lady Dragons traveled to American Falls to compete with their MHS counterparts in the
going
Smith, Jennetta Jacaway, Cale Carter, and Aubrey Shultz. All of the girls wrestled exceptionally well. For many of them, this is their first year in the sport, and they are improving and gaining confidence every day.
The MHS girls coach staff shared, “Everyone got a lot of opportunities to wrestle. With a bunch of first year girls, it was important for them to get some real mat time. Everyone worked so hard, resulting in almost everyone getting their first win. With our first week out of the way, we know of some things to work on to continue to build the team. We are really excited for what’s to come for the girls” Both wrestling teams are scheduled to compete in a two day tournament in Marsh Valley beginning Friday, December 12.
Dahlke Duals. The highlight of the day on the mats was four Malad lady wrestlers
undefeated, including Bella
Dahlke Duals Team Champs
Dahlke Duels undefeated wrestlers Jennetta Jacaway, Aubrey Shultz, Bella Smith, Cale Carter.
Undefeated wrestlers Oakley Maddox, Drake Morrison and Jack Willie Lady Dragons wrestling team took 2nd at the Grace girls tournament on Friday.