Coloring Contest Underway!
It’s that time again, when the Event Center gets briefly turned into a madhouse, and everyone goes home with presents! The Merchants Coloring Contest has been a tradition in Malad for at least as long as it takes for Sherrie to have childhood memories of it. The hope is always to give back to the community, and make sure that everyone knows about the amazingly diverse businesses in the Malad Valley who help make the holidays special.
And now, to address the true audience here: Kids—this is the last week to get your coloring pages finished! All the children ages 0 to 12 are invited to color as many pages as you wish using crayons, colored pencils, pens, markers, or paints. However, glue, or attached items such as glitter or cotton to your pages are not allowed.
Take your finished pages to the stores whose names appear on the page – but first, be sure to fill in your name, your parents’ names, address, and telephone number on the back! The picture for the Oneida Pioneer Museum, Evans Well Drilling, BC Timbers, KW Equipment Services, and Malad Rock should be taken to the Idaho Enterprise. Deadline for returning your completed pictures is Monday, December 1. Only one entry per child for each participating merchant is allowed.
Each merchant will judge entries in their store contest and winners will be notified of the day their photo will be taken at the store, Friday, December 5. Please be on time for your photo! Merchants will award their chosen winners on the day of the photos. The Grand Prizes Drawing conducted by The Idaho Enterprise will take place Thursday, December 11 starting at 5:30 p.m. in the Events Center at the Oneida County Fairgrounds.
Lots of prizes will be given away at the drawing, including a Nintendo Switch donated by Gary and Sherma Shepherd and Nicole Green of the Dude Ranch Café as well as bicycle’s, and TVs for the grand prizes. Other prizes will be games, art sets, baby dolls, and much more. Kids must
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be present to win.
There will be hot dogs, walking tacos, crafts for the kids, and a special guest, SANTA!
Thank you to all the sponsoring merchants; NAPA/Hess Truck Auto Ag, Oneida Pioneer Museum, Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital, Broulims, Malad Drive In, Hess Lumber, KC Oil, On the Run and Little Caesars, Allen Drug and Variety, Mountain States Insurance, Thomas Electric and Furniture, ATC Communications, Evans Well Drilling, Tiny Tots Daycare and Preschool, Malad City, Northern Title Company, Sinclair Central Service, Oneida Family Dental, Family Dollar, Farm Bureau Insurance, Edith’s Collective, Ireland Bank, Ward’s ACE & Country Store, Hess Pumice Products Inc., Bamma Wamma’s Pop and Swirl, Pizza Stop, BC Timbers, KW Equipment Services, Idaho Milling and Tree Services, Malad Rock, and The Idaho Enterprise.
A Busy and Wonderful Season!
As the holiday season gets into high gear, there is a lot going on and a lot coming up. While most of these events are covered inside the paper, or will be soon, we want to make sure that some of the immediate things to put on your calendar are getting your front page attention.
This weekend, the eighth annual Malad Volunteer Firemen’s Spirit of Christmas Light Parade will take place at 7:00pm on Saturday, Nov. 29. Parade line-up will start across from the Library at 6:45pm. It’s not too late to enter, and entries are encouraged from businesses, families, community groups and individuals. After the parade, things take a quick jaunt over to the fire station for donuts, hot chocolate, a blazing bonfire, Christmas music, and some surprises. The event is capped with Fireworks, which are just perfect against the snow.
A second event will take place December 6 at the Event Center to support the Fire Department. The Fireman’s Ball will be held on December 6 at 8:00pm, and feature the music of Rough Stock. Grand Prizes from the event include an amazing bell creation by Doug Adams, Vortex binoculars, trips to Jackpot and Wendover and more.
The Annual Hometown Christmas Festival will be held this year at the Event Center on November 28 and 29. It’s a good chance to buy local and get some of your Christmas shopping done early. The event will feature a wide range of items, as well as visits from Santa and the Grinch on Saturday, and crafts for kids on both days.
The Light Show in the Park is in its 4th year, and will run nightly from 5:30 to 10:30pm. The light show has moved locations this year to the Southeast corner of the park. At-
tendees are asked to please enter the gravel parking lot from Highway 38, and tune to 91.1 to enjoy the show. The show has been set up by Brad and Melanie Coleman, JP and Justin Wittman, Thatcher Sweeten and ATC.
Another amazing local tradition makes a return, with the Live Nativity Event Dec 1 at the Presbyterian Church, with programs running at 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, and 6:30pm. Come celebrate the season against the amazing backdrop. Christmas music, and refreshments will be served!
The 19th Annual Giving Tree is in place at Oneida County Long Term Care at the Nell J Redfield Memorial Hospital. Long Term Care will be accepting monetary donations until December 6 to purchase Christmas gifts for the residents. Donations can be mailed to Oneida County Long Term Care, Kathy Hubbard, 150 N. 200 W., Malad ID, 83252. Oneida Family Dental is supporting the Crisis Center this season with a donation box at its location, which will be up until December 22. Donations can also be made directly to the Crisis Center. Needs include warms clothes, socks, hats, gloves, etc., feminine hygiene products, laundry and dish soap, toilet paper and paper towels, hot cocoa, marshmallows, and kid friendly games.
The Parade of homes will take place on Saturday, December 6, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm. Tickets can be purchased from irondoorarts.org, CWC, Oneida County Library, Malad City Offices, Daily Hollow, and Edith’s Collective for $8.00. The Iron Door Theatre will also sell tickets on Dec 6. Featured homes this year include Jaime Olsen, Jason and Careen Hornecker, Gary and Carolee Cox, David and Chalae Teeples, and Lee and Peggy Olsen.
An Indiana homeowner, Curt Andersen, 62, has been charged with voluntary manslaughter after allegedly fatally shooting a house cleaner who showed up at his door in the morning of Nov. 5. Prosecutors say Maria Florinda Rios Pérez de Velásquez, 32, a Guatemalan immigrant and mother of four, mistakenly arrived at Andersen’s home in Whitestown with her husband as part of a cleaning crew. According to a probable cause statement, Andersen fired a single shot through his front door without warning after hearing what he believed to be an attempted break-in. Investigators say there was no sign of forced entry, and no evidence the couple ever entered the house. Boone County Prosecutor Kent Eastwood argues that Andersen’s actions were not justified under Indiana’s “castle doctrine” — a self-defense law affording broad protections — because deadly force was not reasonably necessary. If convicted, Andersen faces 10 to 30 years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine.
LDS Church discontinues Saturday evening session of General Conference
The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced that, beginning in April 2026, the semiannual general conference will no longer include its traditional Saturday evening session. In a news release, church leaders explained the change reflects a renewed emphasis on the four daytime sessions held on Saturday morning, Saturday afternoon, Sunday morning, and Sunday afternoon. The decision marks a notable shift for the global broadcast, which has been translated into nearly 100 languages and watched by millions.
Idaho School District to pay out $7 million in sex abuse settlements
The Boise School District has agreed to pay $7 million to settle seven sexual-abuse claims involving former special-education assistant Gavin Snow. Snow, who worked at Cynthia Mann and Valley View elementary schools, died by suicide in January as officers attempted to arrest him on child-abuse charges. The tort claims filed by parents allege that Snow abused students in school bathrooms and sensory rooms and that repeated warning signs were overlooked by administrators. According to district officials, insurance will cover $2 million of the settlement, while the remaining $5 million will come from non-classroom district funds. Leaders emphasized that instructional services will not be affected, with financial impacts redirected to maintenance and facility budgets instead. The settlement aims to provide closure for affected families while prompting a broader review of safety practices, oversight procedures, and reporting protocols across the district to prevent future failures.
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Steele and Jax Price showing off just a few of the toys we will be giving away at the Coloring Contest Drawing on December 11th. We have many more toys to give away so don’t forget to turn your coloring pages in by December 1st!
Santa always makes at least one appearance at the Light Parade...
...but most often he makes several!
War on Weeds—weeds are everybody’s problem
THE ISSUE: Virginia creeper
Virginia creeper (Parthenocissus quinquefolia) is a perennial native, woody, deciduous vine used by home gardeners as an ornamental because of its attractive foliage. Virginia creeper exhibits aggressive growth, sending out roots and tendrils at its nodes allowing it to climb trees, fences, utility poles, and buildings. This adaptation in open areas allows it to be a useful groundcover for erosion control. Aside from some of the perceived benefits, Virginia creeper can be an invasive weed. On wood siding, its tendrils will work themselves in between the boards and make them difficult to remove. Its dense foliage will dry out slowly causing moisture problems for wood siding. Virginia creeper’s berries cause nausea, drowsiness, profuse sweating, and can lead to death. Touching the autumn foliage may cause dermatitis in a small percentage of individuals.
Virginia creeper is a very hardy plant, surviving zones 3-9. It is suited to drought conditions and saline soils. Stems are orange to brown with fine hairs and branched tendrils that end in adhesive discs. The leaves are alternate and palmately compound with 5 leaflets. During the fall the foliage turns bright red in color. The leaflets are pointed, coarse toothed, and grow 6-inches long. Their flowers grow in clusters and produce a ¼ inch black berry. They produce
12,000 to 19,000 seeds per pound of berries. Virginia creeper can climb to a height of 60 feet on trees, utility poles, buildings, or other objects. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Options:
• Cultural – The best cultural control is to avoid bringing in the plant. It can climb or grow over anything.
• Mechanical – Hand pulling or digging when soil is moist can be effective.
• Biological – Some livestock will eat Virginia creeper.
• Chemical – Herbicides are not often effective against Virginia creeper. A cut-stump application of glyphosate or triclopyr can be effective in killing stumps of older vines. Always read and follow herbicide label directions!
Tom Jacobsen, University of Idaho Extension Educator in Fremont County. (208) 624-3102 tjacobsen@uidaho.edu
Happy Thanksgiving to 27 lucky “Gobblin’ It Up” turkey winners!
Malad merchants who sponsored the annual “Gobblin’ It Up for Thanksgiving” contest awarded 27 turkeys to Malad residents. There were lots of entries this year, and merchants thank all those that participated. Following are the winners of the merchants’ sponsors:
Outlaw Vapor – Roland Keller, ATC Communications – Beth Briggs, Reiss Financial Freedom- Alice Moon, The Idaho Enterprise – Rebecca Wakley, Malad Drive In –Carla Williams, BC Timbers (3 Turkeys), Doyle Waldron, Nita Workman, Andrea Bleazard
Nell J. Redfield Memorial HospitalJoan Nielsen, Malad City – Delon Atkinson, Idaho Tree and Mill Services – Scott Mills, Northern Title Co. – Bri Adams, Farm Bureau Ins. – Nancy Bright, On The Run/Little Caesars – Kim Evans,
Oneida Family Dental – David Brown, Funtastic Lemonade & Italian Soda’s- Jerry Camp, Ward’s ACE Hardware & Country Store – Jennifer Lenaghen, Thomas Electric & Furniture – Scott Mills, Allen Drug & Variety – Randy Isaacson, Hess Lumber – Tracy Ward, Mountain States Ins. – Heidi Hubbard, Broulim’s – Rita Johnson, Malad Rock – Teresa Stromberg, Ireland Bank- Cathie Ward, KW Equipment Services- Mindy Allen Physical Therapy Solutions- Becky Blackwell
Congratulations and Happy Thanksgiving to all winners. Don’t forget the “Hammin’ It Up for Christmas” will be starting next week. Be sure to get your entries into those merchants participating for a chance to win your Christmas Ham.
Annual Hometown Christmas Festival November
28-29
The Annual Hometown Christmas Festival will be held at the Event Center in Malad this weekend, on November 28 (11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.) and 29 (9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) with a number of scheduled events each day. The Grinch and Santa have been busily prepping for the day!
Children will be able to decorate Christmas stockings each day from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Children can also drop off a Christmas Card to Santa in “The North Pole Mailbox.” There’s every chance in the world that Santa will send back a response, provided the writing is legible!
• Vortex Diamond Back HD 10x42 Binoculars (Donated by Kent Optics)
• Trips to Jackpot and Wendover
• Bell made and donated by Doug Adams
• Lots of great door prizes!!
• Swarovski STS 65 Optik Spotting Scope with eyepiece 20x60 $50 per square
• Browning A-bold III Hunter 7mm $50 per square
tickets from any Fireman or pay with Venmo
each or 3 for $20
There will be a lunch on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., which will include soup and rolls, as well as drinks. Every half hour during the event, a drawing will be held for a free gift from one of the vendors on site (must be present to win).
On Saturday, children can have their pictures taken with Santa and the Grinch while their parents shop.
Proceeds from the event will be given to local veterans organizations.
The wide range of items which are confirmed to be at the event include: vanilla, handcrafted local artisan items, western designer clothes, goat milk, designer soaps, nails, wood designer items, baby items, kitchen crafts, handcrafted earrings, homemade candy treats, western wreaths,
honey, Christmas décor, children’s educational games, native designs, repurposed wool, car fresheners, handmade Christmas cards, freeze dried local fruit, stonecrafted jewelry, hand-crafted T-shirts, and a lot more.
There are quite a few holiday events on the December calendar--the Hometown Christmas Festival makes for a great time at the end of November to get a start on the season as soon as the plates are cleared from Thanksgiving. Leila Hoopes is the event’s organizer. The event has been in existence in one form or another and held at various locations over the last 15 or so years.
The Oneida County Long Term Care at the Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital is having its 19th Annual “Giving Tree” this holiday season. Long Term Care will be accepting monetary donations until December 6 to purchase Christmas gifts for the residents. Please mail donations to Oneida County Long Term Care, Kathy Hubbard,150 N. 200 W., Malad, ID 83252
We appreciate your support in making this a special holiday season for the residents at your local nursing home.
Photo courtesy, Ansel Oommen, Bugwood.org
Live Nativity Program
Presented by Interfaith Council on December 1, 2025
The Oneida Interfaith Council invites the community to the Presentation of the Live Nativity Program on Monday, December 1, 2025 at the First United Presbyterian Church of Malad, 5 Chapel Lane (just behind Allen Drug Store).
Presentations of the outdoor pageant are at 5:00 PM, 5:30, 6:00 and 6:30.
The program features live and recorded music and celebrates the story of the nativity with actors, singers and live animals. Refreshments will be served throughout the evening in the Church Friendship Hall. Guests are encouraged to to enter the church through the front doors and enjoy the music being played, especially if you are a bit early for the performance. Parking is available at the County Court House. The new concrete walkway is an easy access to the Church.
The Interfaith Council hosted the first Live Nativity Program in 2015 which was held at the Presbyterian Church. The Nativity is depicted by Malad Youths. It is a free family event which brings the spirit of the holiday
to residents who attend. It is the reenactment of the humble birth of the Savior Jesus Christ. Everyone is welcome to join in caroling!
For further information, please contact Pastor Jack Harwell at 208 -7666070 or Toni Werk 208-766-8091.
Oneida SD #351 Lawsuit dismissed by court
The lawsuit filed by Oneida School District #351 against the Idaho Legislature and the Idaho Department of Education has been dismissed by Ada County District Judge Jason Scott. The School District, working with its attorneys at Hawley Troxell, has a short time in which to decide what steps to take next, including appealing the decision to the Idaho Supreme Court.
The lawsuit arose when Oneida School District was denied $7.8 million from the State Bond Equalization Fund that had already been awarded to the District. That money, which should have been received in August 2024, would have been used to partially pay off the new Malad Elementary School. The District had also planned on receiving similar payments in 2025 and 2026, thereby reducing the amount of time needed to pay off the new school.
Before the District received its money from the Equalization Fund, the Legislature eliminated the fund. Oneida School District was the only District negatively affected by this legislative action. The replacement School Facilities Bill restored bond levy equalization payments IF a
District collected 2023-24 property taxes for bond payments. Oneida School District did not collect property taxes, using cash on hand to cover its bond payments.
Instead of being able to pay off the new school in about three years, the District was forced to run an election in 2025 that proposed spreading out payments (collected from other District sources) for at least ten years. The election did not increase property taxes for Oneida County property owners.
Judge Scott rejected the District’s major legal argument – that the 2024 state law imposed a “new and retroactive liability” upon the District. Attorneys for the State argued that the Idaho Constitution is designed to protect individuals, not government bodies, and Scott agreed. In other words, one State entity cannot sue another State entity.
According to Superintendent Dallan Rupp, he and the members of the Oneida School Board are disappointed in the judge’s ruling as they had thought the District’s arguments were solid.
Some information taken from Idaho Education News article by Kevin Richert posted on 11/14/2025.
Malad Volunteer Firemen’s 8th Annual Spirit of Christmas
Light Parade
Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025
7:00 p.m.
Parade entries are encouraged from businesses, families, community groups and individuals. Line up across from the Library at 6:45 p.m.
Let’s celebrate the “Spirit of Christmas!”
After the parade, join the Firemen at the Fire Station for donuts and hot chocolate. Stay warm by the bonfire while listening to Christmas tunes and watching fireworks.
The Annual Firemen’s Ball will be held December 6 at the Events Center. Buy your tickets from any of the Firemen $10 ea or 3 for $20
Not only are the songs angelic, but the metaphors are heavenly.
The Live Nativity is a wise way to spend an evening.
Keeping Pets on Their Best Behavior: Holiday Dog Training Tips for a Stress-Free Season
BY EISA’BEL CURRAN, DOG TRAINER
As the holiday season approaches, households across the region are preparing for gatherings, travel plans, festive meals, and the joyful chaos that comes with them. But for many dog owners, this busy time of year can also bring an unexpected challenge: managing their dog’s behavior amid all the excitement.
Local trainers say that now is the ide-
al time to brush up on obedience and household manners before the festivities begin.
“Dogs thrive on routine,” explains local dog trainer Bels Dog Training.
“When the holidays arrive, routines change—new guests, new smells, decorations, food everywhere. Preparing your dog beforehand makes the season easier for both the dog and the family.”
Common Holiday Challenges
Experts note several behaviors that tend to pop up this time of year:
• Door dashing when guests arrive
• Jumping on visitors
• Counter-surfing during holiday meal
prep
• Stress or reactivity around unfamiliar people, kids, or other pets
• Anxiety during travel or boarding
• Overstimulation from loud gatherings and decorations
“Most of these aren’t ‘bad dog’ issues—they’re training and environment issues,” the trainer noted. “A little preparation goes a long way.”
Training Before the Holidays Pays Off
Dog trainers encourage owners to begin practicing key skills now,
rather than waiting until the week of Christmas.
“Foundational behaviors like place, stay, and leave it are lifesavers,” Bels Dog Training said.
These commands can prevent a dog from rushing the door, begging at the dinner table, or sneaking holiday treats that could be dangerous.
Short daily training sessions—just 5 to 10 minutes—can dramatically improve manners before guests arrive.
Creating a Calm Space
Trainers also emphasize the importance of giving dogs a quiet area to decompress. Whether it’s a crate, a spare bedroom, or a cozy corner, a predictable “safe zone” helps dogs relax during busy gatherings.
“Just like people, dogs can become overwhelmed,” Bels Dog Training said. “Teaching them to settle is just as important as teaching them to sit.”
Holiday Safety Reminders
Veterinarians and trainers alike warn that the season brings unique dangers:
• Chocolate, xylitol, cooked bones, and many holiday foods are toxic.
• Pine needles and tinsel can cause medical emergencies.
• Guests may accidentally let pets slip out the door.
• Travel requires proper acclimation to crates, leashes, and new environments.
A Good Time to Start Training
With colder weather encouraging families to spend more time indoors, fall and early winter are ideal for refining manners and strengthening communication between dogs and their owners.
“Training isn’t just about preventing problems—it’s about enjoying the holidays together,” Bels Dog Training added. “A well-behaved dog means less stress and more memories.”
If you’d like some help with your dog this holiday season, Bels Dog Training is offering 2 private training sessions for only $99 (valued $160+) mini package to help you and your dog enjoy a wonderful holiday season! Please message or contact Bels Dog Training @801-589-2735 or email belsdogtraining23@gmail.com
Bels dog training is also on Facebook and Instagram. Website: belsdog.training
Happy holidays!
For Anyone Missing Someone This Thanksgiving
BY REBECCA BRAINARD, GUEST COLUMNIST
Thanksgiving has a way of amplifying everything: the clatter of dishes, the familiar rhythm of family, the comfort of recipes that return every year. But it also makes the quiet things louder. The empty chair. The missing sound of someone’s laughter. The moment when you instinctively set one more place at the table before remembering you don’t need it. We do not like to talk much about that part of the holidays. November encourages gratitude, abundance, and celebration. But grief does not soften just because a holiday arrives. For many people, Thanksgiving is a day of tenderness, a day that holds as much absence as presence. If this season feels different for you, you are not alone. Nearly everyone
carries someone in their hearts this time of year. Sometimes the loss is recent; sometimes it has been with us so long it feels woven into the season itself. Yet it reappears in the smallest ways: a familiar scent, a song on the drive home, a recipe card written in a hand you can still see clearly. It can feel strange to be told to focus on gratitude when your heart is still aching. Yet the two often arrive together, reminders of what mattered most. They rise from the same place, from having loved deeply enough that the absence still echoes. The holidays sometimes bring that truth to the surface. Every memory that hurts is also a memory that matters. Perhaps the season can remind us to notice who might be carrying something heavy, who might be spending the day alone, and who might wel-
come a small and sincere invitation. Kindness rarely announces itself. It slips in gently: a shared dish, a simple “Come over,” a seat pulled out for a friend, a neighbor dropping off a pie.
Belonging can be created in many ways. Friendsgiving tables, borrowed traditions, and shared meals with coworkers or neighbors can all become versions of family. Kindness does not need to be loud. Sometimes it is as simple as sitting next to someone who understands, or choosing to accept an invitation instead of spending the day alone. Sometimes it is the quiet, brave act of offering your presence to someone else.
And if this Thanksgiving feels different, allow yourself to feel it. You do not have to perform joy or hide the ache that lingers. You only have to
move through the day with honesty and care for yourself. Grief is simply love with no place to go. It rises to the surface not to burden us, but to remind us of the love we shared.
If you do have space at your table, in your plans, or in your heart, consider offering it to someone nearby who might need it. Small gestures during the holidays matter more than we often realize.
If your Thanksgiving table looks a little different this year, let it. If the chair is empty, honor the love that once filled it. Gratitude does not mean pretending the ache is not there. It simply means acknowledging what matters most and allowing yourself to carry it forward.
The chair may be empty, but the love remains — and holding that love is something to be thankful for.
MALAD’ S 4 T H ANNUAL
We want to thank Brad & Melanie Coleman, JP & Justin Wittman, Quinn Eliason, Thatcher Sweeten and ATC for all their help with setting up the show
CARE CLOSE TO
• Cardiology -Dr. Lance Longmore: Tuesday, December 23 -Call 208-233-2273 to make an appt. & request Malad Clinic
• Dermatology -David Woodbury, PA-C: Tuesday, January 13 -Call 986-228-8765 to make an appt. & request Malad Clinic
• ENT-Dr. Bikhazi: Friday, December 5 -Call Oneida County Clinic at 208-766-2600 to make an appt.
• General Surgeon -Dr. Murphy : (Surgery, Colonoscopy, EGD) Thursdays December 4, 11, 18
-Call 435-207-4811 to make an appt. & request Malad Clinic
• Gynecology -Dr. Jones: Call Oneida County Clinic for Schedule -Call Oneida County Clinic 208-766-2600
• Mobile 3D Mammography : Tuesdays December 9 & 30 -Call 208-766-2231 to make an appointment
• Nutrition Consultation -Pam Mills RD,LD,CDE : -Call 208-479-6869 to make an appointment
• Oncology -Dr. Andersen : Monday, December 1 -Call 208-766-2231 to make an appointment
• Ophthalmologist -Dr. Jones: Wednesday, December 10 -Call 208-766-2231 to make an appointment
• Orthopedic-Dr. Bitner: Wednesday, December 10 -Call 435-734-2151 to make an appt. & request Malad Clinic
• Pain Management Clinic-Amy Fisher, PA-C: Wednesdays December 3, 10, 17, 31
Pain Management Procedures-Dr. Measom : Wednesdays December 3 & 17 -Call Oneida County Clinic at 208-766-2600 to make an appt. with Amy Fisher, PA-C
• Podiatry -Dr. Christensen: Tuesdays December 2 & 16 -Call 208-235-1777 to make an appt. & request Malad Clinic
• Radiology Specialty Procedures: -Call NJRMH Radiology for Schedule 208-766-5812
150 North 200 West Malad, ID 83252 208-766-2231
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Not recommended for parents or kids...
By Gramma Dot
Research has come up a few times this week. Once at a family history training taught by Cathy Schow; in the book I’m reading, History Matters by David McCullough; and then again in Ken Burns’ The American Revolution documentary that just aired on PBS. Schow, McCullough and Burns all found themselves spending more time than planned when they started researching.
In Cathy’s family history work, she is looking for people that belong on her family tree. She peruses her tree, follows lines that are incomplete and then searches for sources that document the existence of people she has discovered in journals, letters, census records or wherever an elusive ancestor pops up. She has developed a knack for finding sources on multiple sites and connecting the dots that put families together. She says she spends way more time than she should when she starts the research.
Research for The American Revolution documentary took eight years. “Burns is unabashed in his desire to find the humanity in this well-trod subject. ‘I think the Revolution hasn’t really been told,’ he states plainly. ‘It’s been smothered in sentimentality and nostalgia, and that’s largely because all we see are paintings in stockings and breaches and powdered wigs. But it is really important to tell the story of the Revolution and the fact that the odds were zero when it began of success. That even the boldface names we know were complicated human beings, and oh by the way, there are hundreds of other people that you’ve never heard about. We’d like to share their story; they just didn’t have the station in life to let their portraits be painted.” *Houston Press, Documentarian Ken Burns
Revisits The American Revolution in New Epic, July 10, 2025.
David McCullough, the Pulitzer Prize winning author, researched historical figures, looking for documentation on experiences in their lives. He knew the historical figure existed but wanted to know that person better so he could tell a more complete story. He said he didn’t just work on a book or research, “I’m in the book, in the subject, in the time and the place. Whenever I go away for a couple of days, I have to work to put myself back in it, to get back under that spell.” *McCullough, David, History Matters. Simon and Schuster 2025. Pg. 33.
That spell has struck me at times when I go looking for something I’m really interested in. Recently, my thoughts went to a cousin who was never really part of our family. My uncle and his first wife divorced and Bruce, my cousin, was eventually adopted by his stepfather. We knew of Bruce but weren’t a part of his life until he turned up looking for his biological father back in 2005. We were just getting to know him when he unexpectedly passed away with heart issues, which mirrored his father’s death. Now, 20 years later, I’m doing research to get to know this cousin better.
Lives matter, whether they belong on a family tree or in a nation’s history; records, journals, letters, and such provide hints to who we are collectively and that is important. Hints that complete families and national stories. John Adams and Truman, David McCullough’s two Pulitzer Prize winning biographies, as well as The American Revolution help us understand ourselves better. Bruce belongs to my family, and we are not complete unless he is on the tree. Research helps make Life Good and yes it takes a lot of time, but it is time well spent.
ON THIS DAY
1826 John Walker invents friction matches in England
1885 First photograph of a meteor taken by Austro-Hungarian photographer Ladislaus Weinek in Prague, Austrian-Hungarian Empire
1920 First American superhero film, “The Mark of Zorro”, directed by Fred Niblo and starring Douglas Fairbanks, is released in New York
1924 In New York City, the first Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is held
1948 Honda first opens in America
1961 The Beach Boys release their debut single “Surfin” on Candix Records, introducing a new musical style
2001 Hydrogen atmosphere is discovered on the extrasolar planet
Osiris by the Hubble Space Telescope, the first atmosphere detected on an extrasolar planet
2005 First partial human face transplant is completed for Isabelle Dinoire in Amiens, France
2013 “Frozen”, the highest-grossing animated film of all time, starring Idina Mensel and Kristen Bell, is released
2017 8 Donkeys freed from jail after 4 days in Orai, Uttar Pradesh, India for eating plants
2017 Great Britain’s Prince Harry and American actress Meghan Markle announce their engagement
2018 Convicted US murderer Samuel Little confirmed connected to 90 more murders of women after confessing details
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SCHOOL MENU— DEC.
Malad Elementary BreakfastServed with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk
1 – Cereal Assortment, Ham/Egg & Cheese Breakfast Bar
2 – Cereal Assortment, Muffin & Yogurt
3 – Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Round
Malad Elementary LunchServed with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk
1 – Burrito, Spanish Rice, Food Choice, Corn, Peaches
2 – Hotdogs, Chips, Food Choice, Carrot Sticks, Applesauce
3 – Mini Calzones, Baked Fries, Food Choice, Green Salad, Pears
4 – Mini Corndogs, Baked Fries, Food Choice, Celery Sticks, Orange
Malad Middle & High School
Breakfast - Served with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk
1 – Cereal Assortment, Breakfast on a Stick, Fruit, Juice/Milk
2 – Cereal Assortment, French Toast, Fruit, Juice/Milk
3 – Cereal Assortment, Muffins & Yogurt, Fruit, Juice/Milk
4 – Cereal Assortment, Waffle, Fruit, Juice/Milk
Malad Middle & High School
Lunch - Served with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk
1 – Quesadilla, Spanish Rice, NO SALAD BAR, Food Choice, Celery Sticks, Peaches
2 – Spaghetti & Meatballs, Garlic Bread, Salad Bar, Food Choice, Corn, Apple
3 – Chicken Cordon Bleu, Baby Baker Potatoes, Salad Bar, Food Choice, Green Beans, Pears
4 – Ham & Chs Hot Pocket, Chips, Salad Bar, Food Choice, Carrot Sticks, Applesauce
BOWLING RESULTS
Tuesday Pinpoppers – 11/18/25
Hotel Malad 33 11
Rock Products 17 27 High Game – Kenna Roco 197, Scott Searle-Turkey! 226 High Series – Scott Searle 619, Kenna Roco - Turkey! 562
BIRTHDAYS
Chase Albretsen, Nov. 28
Dylan Clark, Nov. 28
Joseph Daniels, Nov. 28
Tracy Jones, Nov. 28
Donna Morris, Nov. 28
Cree Sweeten, Nov. 28
Tad Tracy, Nov. 28
Nathan Williams, Nov. 28
Charlie Blackner, Nob. 28
Brittney Hess, Nov 29
Jessica Salter, Nov. 29
Chelsey Clark, Nov. 30
Kendra Creager, Nov. 30
Dylan Hunt, Nov. 30
Wayne Jones, Nov. 30
Scott Ray, Nov. 30
Michael Sherwood, Nov. 30
Brandon Sorenson, Nov. 30
John Walters, Nov. 30
Mitchell Bird, Dec. 1
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Cathy Asay, Dec. 3
Ashley Bercier, Dec. 3
Kirk Hill, Dec. 3
Bridger Barnes, Dec. 3
Debra Buehler, Dec. 4
Luke Christiansen, Dec. 4
Judd Daniels, Dec. 4
Patricia Jones, Dec. 4
Rachel Kent, Dec. 4
Melinda Owens, Dec. 4
Lexie Valentine, Dec. 4
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LOOKING BACK
5 YEARS AGO (2020)
In August of 1998, Kevin Stevens reported to Malad as the new Rocky Mountain Power Local Agent. Now 22 years later, Kevin will be retiring from the Power Company after 43 1/2 years of service. He has loved meeting and getting to know the people of Malad. His job has taken him all across Oneida County to Franklin County and beyond.
Malad Middle School Wrestling finished up season at district tournament. The Knights claimed second place as a team at their recent district tournament. Team member include Coach Jon Blaisdell, Coach Devin Morrison, Coach Allen Edwards, Dutch Potter, Jaden Driessen, Gabe Hooste, Porter Mills, Jaxon Blaisdell, Cameron Seamons, Jes Schow, Manager Joe Willie, Trevor Allen, Riggin Montgomery, Ruger Smith, Ayden Potter, Carter Blaisdell, Drake Morrison, Oakley Maddox, Conner Purser, Holdyn Higley, Cam Bingham, Parker Price, Levi Balappa, Rydon Montgomery, Zac Reiss, Dayvon Searle, Brycen Talbot, Matt Briscoe, Sam Willie, Chase Martin, Justin Toone, Cael Seamons, Braun Nalder, Zane Komrofske, and Semaj Walker.
10 YEARS AGO (2015)
Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise, Gary and Sherma Shepherd of the Dude Ranch Café show the grand prize, an Apple iPad Mini, which they have provided for the annual Malad Merchants’ Christmas Coloring Contest.
The Malad Theater Guild presented their last performance of “Saturday’s Warrior”. The performance was outstanding, very well directed and enjoyed by all who attended.
Cast members are Carsen Palmer, Jeffery Francom Jr., Trevor Howe, Davis Larsen, Josh Stevens, Loren Ward, Emily Christiansen, Cambre Howe, Kylee Francom, Whitney Palmer, Reagan Smith, Kaycee Neilson, Carrie Christiansen, Kayla Hudnell, Stephanie Crowther, Catie Fesler, Rachael Bullcreek, Velvet Shearer, Hayes Teeples, Josh Stayner, Cassidi Francom, Wendy Steffenhagen, Jeff Richins, Marion Smith, Dr. David Teeples, Rylie Neilson, Gavin Price, Elyzabeth Teeples, Landon Smith, Myriam Teeples and Lolee Teeples.
The Oneida School Board received individual awards at the recent ISBA Convention, as well as a Master of Boardsmanship Award, the highest award presented to a school board in Idaho. The Oneida District was one of approximately seven districts to receive the coveted award. Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise are trustees Kirk Willie, Lisa Willie, Steve Haycock, Dr. David Risenmay, superintendent and Ken Timothy, chairman. Trustee Jared Simpson was unable to attend the event.
Several years ago, the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) set a goal to keep highways and bridges as clear as possible during the slickest roadway conditions for the safety of drivers. Since then, ITD Malad-area Maintenance Foreman Doug Thorpe has set the statewide standard – twice.
15 YEARS AGO (2010)
A bit of Malad has come back, only with a new generation of Budges. Budge Honey is once again on the shelves at Thomas Market and in the honey bears on tables at the Dude Ranch Café. Two of Lawrence Budge’s grandchildren – Jared and Kristie and their families – have restarted local distribution of the honey that many in Malad grew up with. Jared is the son of Lowell Budge and Kristie is the daughter of Wayne Budge.
Charity Anywhere Foundation’s, 9-11 Guatemala charity group successfully delivered a retired Oneida County ambulance to the rural, Guatemalan hospital of La Tinta. A three-volunteer crew, including Jesse and Danielle Dredge and Paul Oja, drove the ambulance approximately 3,000 miles from Idaho to Texas, then through Mexico to Guatemala.
Something new is on the horizon at Malad High School. The Oneida School Board has set wheels in motion to incorporate the professional/ technical courses into a charter school program named the Southeastern Idaho Regional Professional/Technical Charter School.
The Malad High School Dragon football team brought home the Idaho 2A Football Second Place trophy during the State Playoff at holt Arena Friday
night. Both Malad and West Side ended their football season at 11 – 1. 20 YEARS AGO (2005)
Kathleen Atkinson recited the oath of office November 16, to become the newest member of the Oneida School Board. She replaces Tricia Danielson who resigned in September to take a counseling position at the Malad Middle School.
The 2005 Scouting For Food Drive set a record for the number of cans collected, according to Odell Rice, who chairs the annual event. Rice reports the Boy Scouts and their leaders collected a total of 5,634 cans of food for those in the county who need help.
Linda Daniels was named Idaho District Employees Association’s (IDEA) “Administrative Assistant of the Year” at the State Association conference in Boise. Linda was nominated for the award by the Oneida Soil and Water Conservation District. She has worked for the organization for over 25 years.
Carol Dawn Willie was presented with the “Friends of Education” award for the 2005-2006 school year by the Oneida Education Association (OEA).
Members of the Malad 2nd Ward sustained a new bishopric Sunday. Paul Tubbs is Bishop, Jeff Richins is first counselor, Mark Colton is second counselor, Kelly Hill is the Executive Secretary, John J. Evans is Ward Clerk, and Rodney Moon is Financial Clerk.
25 YEARS AGO (2000)
Edna Palmer was named the Idaho Cattle Association’s Cattle Woman of the Year 2000 during the winter convention held at Boise. She received a standing ovation when the plaque was presented by Paula Bracket, past president of the state organization, and national officer.
The Festival of Trees was a big success, according to Joleen Nielsen, chairman of the event. Thirty-seven booths were set up.
Students from the Stone Elementary School hosted an afternoon read-athon.
Parents and grandparents were invited to share an afternoon of reading with the students. The gym displayed pillows and blankets for those who wanted a little more comfort than a hardwood floor.
Loren Ward has accepted a call to serve a two-year mission in the Bristol England Mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He will report to the Preston England Missionary Training Center on December 6.
Teddy Bennett has recently returned from serving a two-year mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Brasilia Brazil Mission. He is the son of Ralph and Lamona Bennett.
40 YEARS AGO (1985)
Principal Jerry Esplin told the Oneida School District Board members that the senior class has asked that baccalaureate and graduation exercises be combined this year. He noted that such practice is the popular trend with many schools and having only one program saves time and money.
Lara Knutsen flew out of Pocatello on her way to the Idaho Junior Miss Competition in Moscow. Lara did not
come back empty handed. She was awarded the Overall Scholastic Award, which included a $500 cash award and her choice of a scholarship to one of seven Idaho colleges or universities. She also received a Theatre Arts Award for her talent, which was a $250 scholarship to the University of Idaho.
Malad weather lady Margaret Jones, was contacted by KSL radio recently and asked to be their official KSL Weather Watch in this area.
As part of American Education week, retired school teachers from Malad Elementary School were honored in a special assembly. Thirteen of the twenty former teachers were on hand for the event and were presented center stage. Those in attendance are Mary D. Williams, Pearl F. Williams, Veryl Henrie, Dorothy S. Lewis, Mabel Hartley, Faye Thomas, Helen Thomas, Illa Elcock, Lucile Harrison, Viola Morgan, Hazel Lusk, Melba T. Jones and Evelyn Davis. Those unable to attend were Don Castleton, Eva Jones, Faye Jones, Margueritte Davis, Martha Maag, Thelma Simpson and Catherine Cowley.
50 YEARS AGO (1975)
U. S. Rep. George Hansen was the featured speaker at the annual Farm Bureau Banquet. Now serving his third term in Congress, Representative Hansen gave the Farm Bureau members attending an update on recent congressional actions.
The City made plans to apply for two federal Housing and Urban Development grants totaling $40,000. One of the grants was for $15,000 to pay for the Senior Citizens Center building recently purchased by the City. The oth-
er grant application was for $25,000 to build a high water line serving the streets 7th to 8th North, including 100 to 600 West.
In a decision sought by the Oneida Education Association, District Judge Frances Rasmussen ruled Monday, November 4 that “there is not now in existence” a contract between the School Board and the teachers. He then ordered the two disputing parties to immediately enter into fact finding, setting a 15day limit for these proceedings to get underway.
At the FFA “Buddy Dance”, Colen Sweeten was recognized as the “Cake King” for winning the cake-baking contest. Colen’s attendants were Tony Gillies and Kelly Davis.
60 YEARS AGO (1965)
Bringing excitement and suspense, the ‘Big Dance’ for the Seniors arrived at last. The song, “Everyone’s Gone To The Moon” is the theme of this year’s dance being held at the Stake Building. Reigning over the festivities were Ron Bjorkman, Mr. Senior; Marsha Alder, Miss Seniorette; Brent Archibald and Margo Thomson, first attendants; David Mills and Suzanne Harrison, second attendants. Chosen to sing the theme song was Karolene Kay, who was selected after tryouts held last week.
Duane Jensen, son of Mr. and Mrs. Royal B. Jensen, has been awarded the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Soil Physics by the University of Illinois. Dr. Jensen and his family make their home now in Starkville, Mississippi, where Dr. Jensen is Assistant Professor of Agronomy at Mississippi State University.
10 YEARS AGO (2015) The cast comes together for the finale of “Saturday’s Warrior”, the latest production of the Iron Door Playhouse. Back row left to right are Carsen Palmer, Jeffrey Francom Jr., Trevor Howe, Davis Larsen, Josh Stevens, Loren Ward; third row left to right: Emily Christiansen Cambrie Howe, Kylee Francom, Whitney Palmer, Reagan Smith, Kaycee Neilson, Carrie Christiansen Kayla Hudnell, Stephanie Crowther, Catie Fesler Rachael Bullcreek, Velvet Shearer, Hayes Teeples; second row left to right: Josh Stayner, Cassidi Francom, Wendy Steffanhagen, Jeff Richins; front row left to right: Marion Smith, Dr. David Teeples, Rylie Neilson, Gavin Price, Elyzabeth Teeples, Landon Smith. Not pictured are Myriam Teeples and Lolee Teeples.
20 YEARS AGO (2005) Carol Dawn Willie was awarded the “Friend of Education” Award for her many years of involvement with the children in the Oneida County School District. She was presented the award by the Oneida Education Association.
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS
CASE NO. CV36-25-0133
NOTICE IS HEREBY
GIVEN, that Karla Lee Jones has been appointed personal representative of the Estate of Randy Preston Jones, Sixth Judicial District, Oneida County, ID. 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 shall be forever barred.
Claims must be provided to Karla Lee Jones at 528 Milena Way, Grand Junction, CO 81507 and attorney Robert Montgomery at 2160 S. Twin Rapid, Boise, ID 83709 and filed with the Clerk of the Court in Oneida County.
Dated November 14, 2025.
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Wednesday, Oct 8, 2025
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• 14:16 Abandoned Vehicle
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Thursday, Oct 9, 2025
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EHV spreading through horse populations— What you should know
BY ALLISON ELIASON
Biosecurity is always on the minds of farmers and ranchers as they work to keep their livestock healthy, especially in a time where one disease outbreak after another seems to be threatening their animals. In the news we continue to hear concerns of avian influenza, Foot-and-Mouth Disease, and African Swine Fever affecting farms and ranches across the US. Now adding to the list is the equine herpesvirus (EHV), a well known disease that has unfortunately ramped up and began to spread throughout the country.
The recent outbreak has been traced back to the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) World Finals and Elite Barrel Racing event in Waco, Texas, held November 5-9. Horses infected with the highly aggressive and contagious disease then carried it to several states, including Oklahoma, Louisiana, Colorado, and New Mexico where positive cases have been confirmed.
EHV is not a new disease infecting horses, but the current outbreak is very disconcerting and creating huge ripples in the horse community from national events to just everyday transport and use. EHV commonly causes fever and upper respiratory signs, but in some horses, the disease progresses to Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy (EHM), a neurological form of the disease.
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• 11:37 Medical Emergency. Fall
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• 14:08 Trespassing Reported
• 16:34 Harassment Reported Monday, Oct 13, 2025
• 06:12 Alarm Reported
• 10:31 Vandalism Reported
• 12:35 Juvenile Problem Reported
• 13:02 Abandoned Vehicle
• 19:12 Vandalism Reported #5785-11-13-20-27-25-T3
• 15:44 Bus Arm Violation
NEWS OF RECORD
ONEIDA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
Cruz J Carter, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Wayne Alfred Clark, Malad fail to register vehicle annually, $10.50, costs $56.50
Veronica Macias Colton, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Seth Allen Horowitz, Ammon, speeding $33.50, costs $56.50
Simron T Langston, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Addysin Jae Murdock, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Cindy Reed, Brigham City, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
MALAD CITY
Gloria Evans, Malad speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Ryelur Jensen, Malad, unlawful overtaking and passing school bus, $300.00, costs $56.50
IDAHO STATE POLICE
Preston Phillip Bennett, Brazoria, fail to reduce speed or change lane on approach of emergency or police vehicle, $33.50, costs $56.50; speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Rachel A Hayden, Salt Lake City, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50
MAGISTRATE COURT
Zane Compton, Brigham City, shooting from or across a public highway, $191,00, costs $156.50 – Agency: IDGF&G
RECORDED LIST
November 17, 2025
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Affidavit of Death - Grantor: John W Par-
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son; Grantee: John B Parson Jr. (Deceased)
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Warranty Deen - Grantor: John W Parson; Grantee: Dave Isaacson
Quit Claim Deed - Grantor: City of Malad; Grantee: Oneida County Library
November 18, 2025
Deed of Reconveyance - Grantor: National Association U.S. Bank Trust Company; Grantee: Garnet Roy Marriage License - Bennett Charles Speelmon, Hailee Anne Koyle
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Record of Survey - Grantor: Allen Land Surveying; Grantee: Natalie Grange
Deed of Reconveyance - Grantor: Bank of Utah; Grantee: Shayne Dee Cragun, Christina Anne Cragun
The Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC) states that EHV-1 will cause neurologic signs as a result of inflammation of the blood vessels and activation of blood coagulation within the brain and spinal cord. Neurologic signs occur as a result of a lack of blood flow and resulting damage to the brain or spinal cord, full progression to this state being classified as EHM.
Classic clinical signs of EHM include fever, swelling/ stocking up of the limbs, hindlimb weakness, and urine dribbling. Some horses are more severely affected and display behavior changes, signs of cranial nerve dysfunction, seizures, and inability to stand. While EHM is a serious disease, the majority of cases are not fatal. In most outbreaks of EHM, 60-70% of affected horses recover with treatment and supportive care.
The first signs of infection include fever, nasal discharge, hindlimb weakness or stumbling, difficulty urinating or defecating, loss of tail tone (“dead tail”), dog-sitting posture and a drunken or wobbly gait.
Like so many viruses, EHV is spread through the nasal discharge of horses. Those infected droplets then land on surfaces that horses will lick or chew on, internalizing the disease. Shared water buckets, bits, lead ropes, feed, salt blocks, barn stalls, and even people can serve as a vector to spread the disease.
The seriousness of the disease, its affects, and the spread have led to a number of guidelines and restrictions for horses in the coming weeks and months. Horses that have been to an event with a confirmed case of EHV are required to quarantine for 21 days. Infected horses are to be isolated for at least 14 days after a positive test of EHV.
Reducing the spread of the disease has been the number one priority, beginning with the cancellation and postponement of multiple events. Unfortunately, this time of year features a number of national events that are having to disrupt their upcoming schedules or risk further spread of the disease.
The San Antonio Rodeo qualifier, scheduled to be held in Uvalde, Texas, the Prairie Circuit Finals, in Mulvane, Kansas, and the Barrel Futurities of the America World Championship in Guthrie, Oklahoma have all been canceled.
The OKC Futurity planned for December 9-14 in Oklahoma City is being highly monitored with potential schedule changes. Similarly, the NRHA Futurity, held through the end November until December 6 in Oklahoma City, will proceed as planned while monitoring the situation, since no confirmed cases have been purported at the venue.
The National Finals Breakaway Roping (NFBR) has officially been postponed, as well as the PRCA Permit Finals. The National Final Rodeo (NFR) is still set to be held as scheduled, but with further restrictions and requirements, unless a positive case is found.
Understandably, there has been a bit of panic circulating in the horse world. Instead of panicking, people should feel confident that veterinarians have a good handle on the epidemiology of EHV, how outbreaks happen, and how to handle the aftermath. The truth is that very few horses die from this disease. The last outbreak in 2011 found only a small percentage of horses passing from the disease and even fewer with lasting effects. Simple, smart, common sense actions will go a long way to keep horses safe and healthy, the goal of everyone in the horse world.
DEATH NOTICE
Delorise John Hales passed away November 20, 2025, in Tremonton, Utah.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 11 A.M. Viewings will be held on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 5-7 P.M. and prior to the service from 9:30-10:30 A.M. All services will be held at Rudd Funeral Home- Tremonton (111 N 100 E- Tremonton). Interment will follow in the Riverview Cemetery. Online condolences and the link to the livestream of the service can be found at www.ruddfuneralhome.com.
A Time for Thanks
BY ALLISON ELIASON
In 1789, President George Washington declared a “Day of Publick Thanksgiving”, continuing the tradition started in 1621 when the early settlers and the Wampanoag tribe held a three day feast to celebrate the year’s fruitful harvest. During the Civil War in 1863, President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed the fourth Thursday as a national holiday simply named Thanksgiving. He hoped the holiday would help bridge the chasm between the north and the south.
The Thanksgiving season is steeped in history and tradition- taking time to account for the blessings brought in through a year of hard work and intentionally giving thanks to overcome the challenges this life brings.
The few weeks of the season are almost forgotten as so many skip on to the joy of Christmas. And while the magic of a winter wonderland and the celebration of Christ’s birth, pausing to count blessings and have an attitude of gratitude is always worth it.
In agriculture, an industry that makes it from one year to next by the grace of a higher power, we feel that gratitude deeply. We see hardships of drought, loss of livestock, dropping market prices, and rising expenses. But somehow we tend to have just enough rain to make it through another season, enough cattle to fill our contracts, and enough funds to keep our operations running for another year.
Tree permits
So I’m going to take this opportunity to point out the things I’m thankful for, especially those things in this industry that bring peace to my soul.
I am thankful for the buddy seat in our big green tractor. It allows me to come and sit with my husband when I need to chat. It gives me a chance to see him on days I might not otherwise. It gives my little boys a place to sit and ride when they want to be like dad. And it gives my big boy a place to learn to work with his dad by teaching by his side.
I am thankful for slow old horses that might seem broken down and even a little worthless until I throw my babies on their backs. Carrying my most precious cargo, their plodding pace seems just right. Their steady gait teaches my young learners to keep going, keep trying, and keep holding on.
I am thankful for weekly water checks that might seem to eat up a day, but provide the perfect excuse for me to go for a quick lunch date with my man. Some trips we conquer the world’s problems and other days we sit in a peaceful silence as we look out over the beautiful vastness of this country. Every once in a while there is actually a water issue to take care, and on those days we are thankful for all the weeks that nothing went wrong.
I am thankful for a western heritage, a way of living that we are able to continue to this day. There may be innovations and advancements in
Christmas tree permits available online starting now
The US Forest Service (USFS) announced that Christmas tree permits are available to purchase online through Recreation.gov now through December 31, 2025. Details about designated cutting areas, dates, and types of trees that may be cut may be found here Caribou-Targhee National Forest Christmas Tree Permits.
To purchase a Christmas tree permit, visit Recreation.gov and search for Caribou-Targhee National Forest Christmas Tree Permits. It is important to carefully read the overview and need-to-know information prior to purchasing the permit. Visitors will also need to set up or log in to a Recreation. gov account to complete the transaction. You can also purchase permits in person at Ranger District offices or from local vendors listed here Christmas Tree Permit Vendor List.
Fourth graders with an Every Kid Outdoors pass are eligible for a free Christmas tree permit and can apply by entering the pass or voucher number when
farming and ranching that have progressed the industry that I wholly embrace, but branding on the range like the old timers did feels like a nod to the foundation they gave.
I am thankful to have our work right outside the back door. Somedays it feels like it never quits, but every day I am thankful to look out the window and see our cattle, watch my husband drive around the corner and send the kids off to work. Jumping in to help work is just a quick walk away where everyone is welcome and no one is turned away.
I am thankful to be in an industry that feeds the world and feeds the world something they desperately need. We can debate all day about the health and nutrition facts but no one will convince me that beef at your table isn’t just good for your body, it’s good for the soul. I know that because the same beef I raise for the grocery store sits on my table to feed my own family.
I am thankful for a sometimes dirty, smelly, disorganized shop that not only keeps our equipment up and running, but my own rig too. It’s a place for my kids to take apart their dirt bikes. It’s a place for new ideas and projects. It’s a place to huff up a basketball or a flat tire. It may call for too many late nights working, but it also expands the possibilities for my family.
I’m thankful for bright lights- in the arena, on the tractor, outside the shop, and the flashlight I use to check cows
purchasing a permit (note: a $2.50 reservation fee will be applied).
Cutting a Christmas tree also improves forest health. The permit system helps thin densely populated stands of small-diameter trees. Local forest
This is Cowboy Ted with the Healthy Tip for Kids. Today’s topic is Living by the Golden Rule, which is to treat others as you would like to be treated.
Living by the Golden Rule is a fairly simple concept. Treat others the way that you would like to be treated. Most people like to be treated with kindness, fairness and honesty.
The majority of people prefer to be treated with fairness and without hostility. This action basically becomes an automatic response – with lots of practice.
Think about how happy it makes you when people treat you with respect and kindness – then pay it forward and Treat others with respect and honesty and thats the way people will treat you too.
Living by the Golden Rule creates a lot less hostility and bullying will be replaced with mutual respect.
Healthy kids are no accident. Live by the Golden Rule and show respect and kindness toward others.
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in the night. All too often I complain about having to use them, that the work is going too long and too late. But these lights help finish the work and finish it right.
I’m thankful I get to see the miracle of life and also witness the grief of death. Whether it is a favorite pet or just another cow in the herd, we feel the gift every life is and the loss of every passing. Instead of becoming calloused to either, the beauty, strength, fragility, and hope of every life has become a counted blessing.
I’m thankful to watch the seasons come and pass every year. The hope of a new spring is exciting and invigorating. The eventual growth through the summer makes the hard, long days worth it. Making an accounting of the year’s production with the fall harvest is satisfying. And then resting through the winter as Mother Nature prepares for a new year is peaceful.
I could go on and on finding things to be thankful for. From the little cowboy hats and boots that line my mudroom to the chickens in the coop, there is something that brings joy and peace to my life.
If you haven’t taken time to pause this season to be grateful for the blessings around you, take a little timeout and give thanks. The hustle and bustle of life might have you believing there isn’t a lot to be thankful for. And while Christmas is in a hurry to splash across your front door, don’t let it push a season of gratitude aside.
health experts identify areas that benefit from thinning trees that tend to be the perfect size for Christmas trees. Removing these trees in designated areas helps other trees grow larger and can open areas that provide forage for wildlife.
HEALTHY TIP FOR KIDS - LIVING BY THE GOLDEN RULE –
ONEIDA COUNTY WEEKLY EVENTS
November 28 - December 4, 2025
SENIOR CITIZENS’ CORNER
December 2025 Nutrition Article
Winter is here! Along with the holidays, snow, and hot cocoa come many viruses, coughs, and colds. Please help us reduce the spread of germs with proper handwashing. National Handwashing Awareness Week is December 5-11. According to the Center of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the following steps can help keep everyone healthy this winter season.
• Wash hands with soap and water for atleast 20 seconds
o Singing the song “Happy Birthday” is that long
• Dry your hands using a clean towel or air dry them
• Wash hands before food preparation, before eating a meal, after using the restroom, after sneezing/ blowing nose, after leaving a public space etc.
What’s in season in December?
• Brussel Sprouts- wash clean, slice in half, drizzle with olive oil, salt and pepper. Bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes on a lined baking pan. Delicious!
• Cranberries, Kale, Green Beans, Broccoli and Oranges
Easy Citrus Cranberry Sauce
Ingredients 1 package of fresh cranberries (usually sold in a 2 lb bag), washed clean ½ cup granulated sugar- Feel free to adjust to preferred taste
½. cup of water
1 fresh orange, juice and peel or zest
Directions Bring water and sugar to a light boil, add cranberries and let sit for about 5 mins, just until they begin to burst open. Turn off heat and mix in orange juice and zest. Let cool and enjoy! Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for 7-10 days.
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School Board Report--November
The regular monthly meeting of the Oneida School Board was held on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, following a work session where policy changes were discussed. At the beginning of the regular meeting, LaNada Bosworth was honored as the Oneida School District “Employee of the Month.” (See accompanying article.)
Brandi Warren, District Business Manager, presented the 2024-2025 audit report. The report was favorable although the balance in reserves has gone down from $14 million to $10 million due to bond payments for the new elementary school.
1st Reading on Policy Changes
A first reading was heard on several policies:
Policy 1510: Board agendas will continue to be posted on the District Office door and website, the post office, and the courthouse.
Policy 9600: Stone Elementary needs to be added to the policy about rental and use of school facilities.
Policy 5100: Minor changes were made to bring the hiring process and criteria policy up to date.
Policy 2420: There were no changes to the family engagement policy.
Policy 3085: The District Superintendent will serve as the Oneida School District Title IX Coordinator, as updated in the sexual harassment, discrimination, and retaliation policy.
Policy 3330: Small changes were
made to the student discipline policy, including eliminating Friday and Saturday detention and removing the corporal punishment statement.
Policy 5110: A new policy related to criminal history and background checks has been in practice even if not a prior policy; this policy was recommended by the Idaho School Boards Association
Policy 5260: Recommended by the ISBA, this policy defines procedures for reporting of abused and neglected children.
These policies will now advance to a second reading at the next School Board meeting.
Administrator Reports
Superintendent Dallan Rupp reported that District enrollment is stable. He explained that the HVAC system in the new school is working well with teachers able to adjust the thermostats in their rooms +/- 3 degrees. The valves for the irrigation system in the new ball fields have to be above ground; Construction Management is fixing the problem and will put a fence around the new valves.
Principal Jeanie Reeder of Stone Elementary School reported on improving test scores. She thanked the PTO and CSS Farms for sponsoring the Turkey Trot prizes. She noted that the Stone School students had gone into Malad for the Elementary School Veterans’ Program and for a tour of
the Oneida Pioneer Museum.
Principal Sarah McIntyre of Malad Elementary School thanked everyone who had made the Veterans’ Program so successful, including American Legion Post #65. She also thanked the Oneida County Ambulance and EMT Shanlynn Nimer for teaching students in grades 3-5 about first aid and April Sluder of Southeastern Idaho Public Health for providing tooth sealant and other dental care for the students.
Malad Middle School Secretary Carlean Tubbs reported that attendance continues to be over 93% and that 77% of the students received Armor Up cards for the first quarter. The Middle School students also benefited from Southeastern Idaho Public Health providing tooth sealant and other dental screenings.
Principal Robert Hannah of Malad High School reported that Career Day had provided students with reasons for staying in school. He said that the combined High School/Middle School Veterans’ Program was excellent. Attendance averages 93%. All fall benchmarks for math and ELA were above State averages except for the 9th grade scores. He reminded the Board that the boys’ and girls’ cross- country teams had placed 1st at State and that the volleyball team had placed 2nd at State. He noted that the IHSAA and Drive Toyota had congratulated Boston Burbidge on being named the Athlete of the Week for
October 26-November 1.
Action Items
The December School Board meeting will be held in the teachers’ lounge of the new elementary school at 6:30 on December 16 to facilitate the Christmas dinner prior to the meeting.
The Board approved the overnight trip schedule for Malad High School winter athletics. It was noted that there were many overnight trips for the wrestling teams; Superintendent Rupp explained these trips were good for the teams as going to tournaments in districts farther away gave the students good preparation for District and State tournaments.
The Board approved the District Transportation Manager, Kelly Hill, to start the bid process for new buses. He is hoping for two bids for each bus.
The following personnel were approved, pending their passing the State-mandated background checks: Kathryn Atkinson and Tia Talbot as Malad Middle School Math and Science Team coaches; Tatum Page, Kaylie Ward, and Oakley Hebdon as substitute teachers; Bo Jane Smith as a MMS volunteer girls’ basketball coach; Katelyn Atkinson as a Malad High School assistant girls’ wrestling coach; and Hayden Montgomery as a MHS volunteer wrestling coach.
Employee of the Month—LaNada Bosworth
LaNada Bosworth, long-time bus driver and former lunchroom worker for Oneida School District, was honored as the “Employee of the Month” at the November 18, 2025, meeting of the School Board. Sarah McIntyre, Principal of Malad Elementary School, read the following letter to support LaNada’s nomination:
“It is with great appreciation that I recommend we recognize LaNada Bosworth as Employee of the Month for the Oneida School District. I worked with LaNada when she worked in the elementary lunchroom and currently in her role as a bus driver for the district. Her dedication, kindness, and professionalism set a shining example for everyone in our district.
“LaNada goes above and beyond every day— quietly, without being asked—ensuring that every child who rides her bus feels safe, cared for, and valued. Her calm presence, attention to detail, and genuine concern for our students make a lasting difference in their day.
“You can tell that LaNada takes pride not just in driving safely, but in building trust and creating a positive start and finish to each school day. The respect and affection the kids have for her say more than words ever could. We are fortunate to have LaNada on our team, and it is a privilege to celebrate her with this recognition. . . . [Her] commitment
reflects the very best of who we are as a school community.”
Kelly Hill, Director of Transportation for the School District, added the following:
“LaNada was hired in 2019 to drive school buses and was able to step right into a route. She took on the St. John route, hauling 30-40 kids per day and about 22-25 miles per run. . . . She has driven around 40,300 miles of routes. Plus, she also ran one of the after-school routes for two years.
“Approximately 9500 children have been driven to and from school by LaNada. She has also run some activities and field trip [buses] for us.
“She has made a great impact on every student. I always call her bus the model bus. For example, this morning, I rode her route. When the bus pulled up to the railroad tracks, she said, “OK, kids, quiet.” Everyone went silent. Two little girls were sitting across from me, who were whispering after crossing the tracks. One of the kids said, “Ok, we can talk now,” and then she told them, “Thank you.” I was amazed. It’s things like this that keep our children safe. I can tell you that she has impacted everyone on her route. Her kindness is felt by every one of the kids that ride her route.”
“We are incredibly grateful for her dedication. Oneida School District has benefited immensely from LaNada’s dedication and service and for her
professional actions.”
In recognition of the honor, LaNada received a copy of the “Starfish” story, a gift card to a restaurant, and a plaque.
Fall Sports All-Conference Teams SE Idaho 3A
The Fall sports All-Conference Teams for the South East Idaho 3A teams were recently released and were full of players from Malad’s very own teams. 16 talented MHS players from both the volleyball and football teams found themselves listed among the names.
Izzy Haycock topped the list as she was named the 3A All-Conference player of the year. Haycock stacked up 983 assists, 656 digs, an 85% dig average, 33 blocks and 23 aces over the season. Haycock was joined on the first team by teammates Brynnlee Jones (OH), Liv Nelson (MB), Paityn Ward (L), and Jette Nelson (OH). As libero, Ward managed an impressive 965 digs, leading all of Idaho for the 2025 season. Mady Vanbebber (MB) topped out the Lady Dragon players on the All-Conference Second Team. The Malad Dragon football team had four players named to the All-Conference FIrst Team- Holdan Tubbs (RB), Rydon Montgomery (OL), Justin Toone (DL), and Easton Green (DB). On the All-Conference Second Team from Malad was named Drake Morrison (RB), Mordecai Charles (OL), and Braxden Kauffman (LB). Trevor Allen (OL), Matt Briscoe (DB), and Parker Price (DB) were added to the list of players of the Honorable Mention team.
The full list can be seen below:
3A South East Idaho Conference Volleyball Team
Player of the Year
Izzy Haycock, Setter, Malad
First Team
Izzy Haycock, Se, Malad
Brynnlee Jones, OH, Malad
Ana Mariscal, OH, West Side
Liv Nelson, MB, Malad
Miley Cundick, OPP, West Side
Paityn Ward, L, Malad
Jette Nelson, OH, Malad
Second Team
Allie Henderson, S, West Side
Mara Rodgers, OH, Declo
Neisa May, MB, Declo
Soleil Somsen, OH, Soda Springs
Mady Vanbebber, MB, Malad
Kaleimys Nieves Ramos, L, Wendell
Honorable Mention
Tara Vedder, L, Soda Springs
Jocee Tingey, S, Soda Springs
Ana Davis, OH, Soda Springs
Breanna Comstock, OH, Wendell
Ava Cameron, MB, Declo
Annabelle McRoberts, S, Wendell
3A South East Idaho Conference Football Team
Player of the Year
OL/DL: Chet Ward, 12, West Side
Offensive Player of the Year
QB: Lupe Ortiz, 12, Aberdeen
Defensive
Player of the Year
DL: Kyle Bott, 12, Declo
1st Team All-Conference
QB: Lupe Ortiz, Aberdeen
QB: Traecyn Thaxton, Declo
RB: Holdan Tubbs, Malad
RB: Micah Benavidez, West Side
RB: Drake Sage, West Side
WR: Dacx Garrard, Declo
WR: Landen Silcock, Declo
WR: Zayden Garbett, Soda Springs
OL: Jake Harris, Aberdeen
OL: Aksel Rodriguez, Aberdeen
OL: Rydon Montgomery, Malad
OL: Hyrum Checketts, West Side
OL: Gage Smith, West Side
OL: Chet Ward, West Side
K/P: Parker Wansgard, West Side
DL: Tannon Nelson, Aberdeen
DL: Aksel Rodriguez, Aberdeen
DL: Kyle Bott, Declo
DL: Justin Toone, Malad
DL: Hyrum Checketts, West Side
DL: Chet Ward, West Side
LB: Adan Valdez, Aberdeen
LB: Dacx Garrard, Declo
LB: Dane Garrard, Declo
LB: Cole Garbett, Soda Springs
LB: Drake Sage, West Side
DB: Ronnie Serna, Aberdeen
DB: Easton Green, Malad
DB: Jayden Coats, West Side
DB: Tanner Henderson, West Side
UT: Zane Snedaker, Declo
2nd Team All-Conference
QB: Jaden Fuller, West Side
RB: Erik Alvarez, Aberdeen
RB: Drake Morrison, Malad
RB: Cole Garbett, Soda Springs
WR: Owen Miller, Soda Springs
WR: Bryson McDaniel, West Side
OL: Mordicai Charles, Malad
OL: Carson Cook, Soda Springs
K/P: Trevin Averett, Declo
DL: Luis Tapia, Aberdeen
DL: TJ Robinson, Declo
DL: Kayden Harrison, Soda Springs
DL: Zander Housley, Soda Springs
LB: Jake Harris, Aberdeen
LB: Dawson Darrington, Aberdeen
LB: Braxden Kaufman, Malad
LB: Bryson McDaniel, West Side
DB: Jovanny Valeriano, Aberdeen
DB: Landen Silcock, Declo
DB: Preston Worton, Declo
UT: Chase Martin, Malad
Honorable Mention All-Conference
RB: Jeremy Partida, Aberdeen
RB: Parker Heward, Declo
OL: Alex Romero, Declo
OL: Race Zollinger, Declo
OL: Trevor Allen, Malad
DL: Jaxxon Bastian, West Side
DL: Ezra Benavidez, West Side
LB: Treyton Jenkins, Aberdeen
LB: Elijah Dilworth, Soda Springs
LB: Blake Maughan, Soda Springs
LB: Will Hurren, West Side
DB: Isaac Driscoll, Aberdeen
DB: Matt Briscoe, Malad
DB: Parker Price, Malad
DB: Kayden Petersen, Soda Springs
This month’s EOM, LaNada Bosworth, with Principal McIntyre, Kelly Hill, and Superintendent Rupp.
Lady Dragons Start Season Strong
BY ALLISON ELIASON
The Lady Dragon basketball team opened up their season at the top, taking on challenges from all directions. In their first full week of games, Malad went up against three fellow teams of the 2025 State tournament- Ririe, Melba, and Parma. Each opponent brought with them talent, strategy, and fight but it was the Lady Dragons that came out on top as the final buzzer rang.
The week started Tuesday, November 18 as the MHS team hosted the Ririe Bulldogs in their first game of the week. The talented Bulldog team came to Malad with three full teams of players, players that had spent hours in the off season training and playing together. At every level you could see the time and work had paid off, but it wasn’t enough to outplay the Lady Dragons.
The opening quarter of the game was tight, the two teams going back and forth on the scoreboard and on the court. Malad came out to take the lead but by the end of the quarter, trailed by just 1 point, 17-18. Putting up 12 points in the second quarter while holding Ririe to just 6, gave the Lady Dragons the lead and stretched the score to 29-24.
Malad came out in the third quarter to go on a 20-2 run against Ririe. On their first possession, Izzy Haycock spotted up to drain a shot from the arc. Their following trip down the court, teammate Brynnlee Jones added another three pointer for Malad. Ririe countered with their only bucket of the quarter on the other end of the court. Liv Nelson came down to bank in a block shot from the block after connecting with the pass from Haycock, getting open off a back pick from Mikell Keetch, making the score 37-26. It wasn’t just Malad’s offense that was on point, but their defense challenged Ririe in ways they were unprepared for. The Lady Dragons played a full court, high pressure defense that translated to hurried passes and rushed shots. Once it even resulted in a 10 second back court violation, a true indication of the MHS team’s relentless lockdown defense.
The Lady Dragons ended the night up 56-26. Keetch led the team in scoring with 17 points, also adding 5 rebounds, 1 assists, and 2 deflections. Nelson and Jones each added 12 points, with
Haycock tacking up another 11. Nelson led in rebounds with 7. Leading the teach with assists, Jones and Haycock both tallied 5.
Malad loaded up the bus to head to the Boise area to take on the Melba Mustangs and Parma Panthers beginning Friday night. The trip proved a huge success for the Lady Dragons, not only the Varsity team dominating the court, but both the JV and C-teams sweeping their opponents as well.
Jones started the scoring against Melba as she rolled over the rim two free throws. The Lady Dragons had a slower offensive start, but by the end of the quarter had made a push to get up 18-4. Their defense kept the Mustangs from hardly settling into an offense, forcing a number of turnovers with their full court press. Over the length of the game, Melba piled up 24 turnovers, 16 of those direct steals from Malad. Kiley Miller led the MHS team in steals with 4, her speed and agility making her a constant threat for even the best of ball players.
The Mustangs continued to make an effort to hold back the Lady Dragons throughout the game, but the problem was, it wasn’t just one MHS player that they needed to shut down. Across the four quarter game, 9 players contributed points to their score, pulled down rebounds, and executed near flawless offense and defense. The combined team effort led to the Lady Dragons first victory of the weekend, winning 53-19.
The next afternoon, Malad made the quick jaunt over to the Parma Panthers in what felt like a redemptive game after the heartbreaking loss to the Panthers in the 2024 State Championship game. The MHS team hoped to come out to make a statement that they were faster, stronger, and better than ever. And a statement they made.
Like the night before, Jones started the team with points from the free throw line, getting fouled as she took the ball to the hoop on the right block. Parma answered the score with one of their own on their following trip down the court. Keetch answered that herself with a scoring drive to take the small lead for Malad.
A forced Panther turnover turned to another scoring opportunity as Haycock dribbled to the basket and then kicked back to Jones for three points. Miller added 2 from the elbow for the Lady Dragons, her defender cutting off
District 9 HS Rodeo
November
21-22, 2025 Pocatello, Idaho
Friday, November 21, 2025
BARREL RACING
JOHNSON, PAYTON 21.517
SMITH, BELLA 27.205
THORNOCK, KARSEN NT BREAKAWAY ROPING
THORNOCK, KARSEN NT
SMITH, BELLA NT
BULL RIDING
1. SMITH, BRONSON 45.0
2. FOY, RUSTY 33.0
POLE BENDING
5. JOHNSON, PAYTON
22.675
THORNOCK, KARSEN
SADDLE BRONC
SMITH, BRONSON NT
STEER WRESTLING
3. BENNETT, COLTER 17.960
4. SMITH, RUGER NT SMITH, BRONSON NT SMITH, OAK NT TEAM ROPING CARTER, KIMBALL (HD) & UDY, CLANCEY (HL) NT BENNETT, COLTER (HD) & SMITH, ZEB (HL) NT WARR, KANYON (HD) & RIVERA-MARSHALL, ALEX (HL) NT SMITH, BELLA (HD) & SMITH, BRONSON (HL) NT SMITH, RUGER (HD) & SMITH, OAK (HL) NT TIE DOWN ROPING
Kiley Miller pushing the ball out of Mustang territory against
Keetch’s drive. But as a result of the help defense, Miller sank the wide open shot after connecting with the pass. Keetch spotted up to drain another 3, Haycock finding her open on the right wing, expanding the MHS lead to 12-3.
It was difficult for Parma to shut down the Malad offense, the Lady Dragons playing an up-tempo, fast paced full court game as well as a slowed, strongly executed offense. Going into half time, the MHS team was up 34-14, a lead they continued to expand to the end of the game.
Parma may not have been the same team Malad had faced in the state championship, but the Panther team was still made up of a number of talented players. Returning starter, Arie Harris, came into the game averaging 25 points, a lethal player against any team they had played. Knowing she could do real damage, the Lady Dragons defense made a concentrated effort to shut her down, largely denying her the ball throughout the night. Of the team’s 36 points, Harris tallied only 16 points, a far cry from her average.
At the final buzzer, Malad celebrated the hard fought victory, winning 5736. Over the four quarter game, the Lady Dragons managed to out score their opponent in every quarter. Not only did they outscore the Panthers, but outrebounded them, 35-29. They also stacked up more assists (14-0), steals (16-3), and fewer turnovers (10-21) to clearly outwork them on the court. Leading the scoring for the MHS team
2. BENNETT, COLTER 13.650
3. SMITH, BRONSON 17.900
5. SMITH, RUGER 22.900
CARTER, KIMBALL NT KEETCH, KREY NT SMITH, OAK NT
Saturday 22, 2025
BARREL RACING
2. JOHNSON, PAYTON 16.123
SMITH, BELLA 17.514
THORNOCK, KARSEN NT BREAKAWAY ROPING
1. SMITH, BELLA 2.670 THORNOCK, KARSEN NT
BULL RIDING
SMITH, BRONSON NT FOY, RUSTY NT POLE BENDING
was Keetch with 23 points, followed by Jones with 18. Jones also had 10 rebounds, Nelson adding 9.
Following his first full week of games, Head Coach Trevor Jones couldn’t have been more pleased with the start to the season. He commented, “What a great week of basketball! Our first home game the girls came out firing! Preseason polls have Ririe being one of the best teams in the state. We knew it would be a tough challenge and it started out just that way. We made a few adjustments and the girls came out and really showed what they are made of. They electrified the gym as they went on a 21-2 run in the 3rd! It’s so fun when these girls get going.”
Commenting on the weekend games, he continued, “It was great to travel to the Boise area and take on some historically great programs from the west side of the state. Against Melba the girls just came out on fire and ended the first quarter 18 to 4. It just set the tone for the rest of the game. It was great to walk out there with big varsity, JV, and C team wins.
“Parma has a great program, too,” Coach Jones shared. “They are projected to be in their district championship and return to the state tournament again this year. After losing a heartbreaker in the state championship game last year, that Parma game was circled on our calendar. We really wanted to go back and get a little revenge.
“From the opening tip the girls were laser focused and went into attack mode. We got a lot of transition baskets and looked to get some easy baskets off of our press. We had several big performances and the girls just stepped up to the challenge.”
“It really was an awesome week of basketball for our girls,” Coach Jones reflected. “We were able to get 3 big wins for the varsity against 3 state tournament caliber teams. Also, it was great to see the improvement and development for the JV and C teams. To get 2 program sweeps this weekend made the long trip home from Boise a little more enjoyable.”
“We are a well rounded team this year with a group that can press and run the court then, when needed, they can slow it down and execute,” he explained about his team. He finished, “It’s still very early in the season and there are things we will need to improve on but overall a great start to the season.”
JOHNSON, PAYTON 26.467
THORNOCK, KARSEN NT
SADDLE BRONC
1. SMITH, BRONSON 45.0 STEER WRESTLING
1. SMITH, RUGER 4.850
2. BENNETT, COLTER 6.100
4. SMITH, BRONSON 14.440
SMITH, OAK NT
RIVERA-MARSHALL, ALEX NT TEAM ROPING
3. WARR, KANYON (HD) & RIVERA-MARSHALL, ALEX NT
SMITH, RUGER (HD) & SMITH, OAK (HL) NT
SMITH, BELLA (HD) & SMITH, BRONSON (HL) NT CARTER, KIMBALL (HD) NT
BENNETT, COLTER (HD) & SMITH, ZEB (HL) NT TIE DOWN ROPING
1. BENNETT, COLTER 10.230
3. SMITH, BRONSON 13.570
5. SMITH, RUGER 16.710 CARTER, KIMBALL NT SMITH, OAK NT
Melba in their Friday night matchup