The Idaho Enterprise | September 11, 2025

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The walk includes a remembrance walk to the town’s cemetery, where the “Million Broken Hearts” memorial was recently added.

Suicide Awareness Walk set for 16th

The tradition of an annual event to raise awareness of mental health and suicide as community issues will continue next week. NJRMH’s Kathy Hubbard announced that “on Tuesday, September 16, Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital and the Malad City/Oneida County Mental Health Committee would like to invite all members of our community to the County Event Center to Walk for Awareness and Prevention of mental health and suicide issues, and to Walk for Remembrance of those who have died by suicide or other issues related to mental health. Join us for an evening of community, connection, and awareness!”

The schedule for the event notes that from 6:00–6:45 pm, FREE Walking Tacos (prepared by the talented MHS Culinary Students under the direction of Shantel Tavoian) will be available. Information and resource tables will be on hand from the following: Labyrinth Assessment & Behavioral Services, Malad City, Oneida School District Counseling Departments, Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital, Oneida County Extension Office, Oneida County Library, Oneida Crisis Center, Oneida County Senior Center, SICOG, Southeastern Idaho Public Health, The Village, Valley View Counseling.

An interactive scavenger hunt will take place during that time— prizes for completion will be given out after 6:45.

At 7:00 pm, attendees will gather for a short program and community walk. This year’s featured speaker is MaCall Smith, daughter of the late Dustin and Christine Smith. MaCall is a recent graduate of Utah Valley University’s Marriage and Family Therapy program, and she will share a message of awareness, hope, and resilience.

The awareness walk was started by Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital in partnership with community organizations in 2017 in remembrance of Troy Estep who worked for the hospital. Troy passed away in 2016. Troy’s wife, Julie, also works for the hospital and wanted to start an annual event to raise awareness for mental health and suicide. Julie worked with hospital staff to start an event that would bring the community together for awareness, prevention and remembrance.

September is also National Suicide Prevention Month. As some mental health issues lead to suicide, it was decided that an awareness walk for both issues would be a way to help provide information, awareness of the stigma of mental health, and support for those in our community that either struggle with mental health/ suicidal issues, or who have been impacted by a loved one’s death by suicide or mental health issues.

The walk, officially for “Awareness, Prevention, and Remembrance” is held across the country during the

month of September to remind communities that suicide is an issue that can and does affect many lives regardless of location.

Mental health/suicidal issues are no respecter of persons. Lady Gaga, among the many successful and famous people who have spoken publicly about personal mental health issues, said, “I learned that my sadness never destroyed what was great about me. You just have to go back to that greatness, find that one little light that’s left. I’m lucky I found one little glimmer stored away.” Perhaps that little glimmer might be found in a friend who understands and can provide love and support.

In years past, professionals in a number of fields (including health care and counseling, among others) as well as private individuals with impactful personal experiences in their own immediate lives have spoken to the audience.

The more that the stigmas associated with both mental health issues and suicidality can be dispelled, the more likely those suffering will be to speak with someone who can help. As the Crisis Center’s Melena Jimenez explained at last year’s event, “This is all about communication. Communication is the first step to making things better, and that bridge is so important. But someone does have to

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No election this fall in Oneida County

Following Friday’s deadline to file paperwork for the fall elections, the County Clerk’s office announced that none of the races on the schedule would be contested, and as a result, an election will not be held. That is not to say that no one will be elected to the positions, but that in these situations the county is able to save funds and resources by avoiding what is essentially an unnecessary staging of a foregone conclusion.

The topline story for the election is that after many years serving as a City Councilmember, local business owner Larry Thomas is not seeking another term. Have no fear—we will sit down with Larry to talk about his remarkable tenure and some of the changes he has seen in the town he has been a huge part of as both an administrator and a resident.

In conjunction with Thomas’ decision not to run for another term, the open seat will be filled by candidate John Williams. Since there are at the very least several others with the same name, the John Williams in question is the Nell J Redfield Memorial Hospital CEO. Tyrell Neal is also running for the spot, but because there are two candidates and two spots the election is not needed. The terms for both candidates are 4 years. Williams will serve with the currently serving councilmembers Tyrell Neal, Jaime Olsen, and Lance Tripp.

The clerk’s office waited through last week to officially announce the candidate list, as last Friday was the official deadline for write-in candidates to get themselves on the ballot, though there were no takers.

It isn’t rare for an odd-numbered year to see few con-

tested elections (odd numbered years are primarily municipal and special district elections), but it is a little unusual this year across the map. Voter dissatisfaction of all kinds is driving new candidates to register, according to national reporting early this week.

The full list of candidates includes Tyrell Neal and John Williams for Malad City Council; Gary Shepherd for Fire District Zone 1 (4 year), Geoff Green for Fire District Zone 3 (2 year); Brandon Ward for School Board Zone 1, Jared Crowther for School Board Zone 2, Tresie Carter for School Board Zone 5, Kent Kidd for Joint School District Zone 5.

NEWS IN BRIEF

Shooters Ordered to Pay

$24K for Idaho Wildfires

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has ordered two recreational shooters to pay more than $24,000 in restitution after starting wildfires that scorched over 700 acres of public land in Idaho last fall. The Leeds Fire, ignited on October 30, 2024, in Ada County, burned roughly 355 acres. BLM reported that the blaze cost about $20,000 in suppression efforts and damages, which were reimbursed in April 2025. Two days later, the Chalky Butte Fire erupted in Owyhee County when a shooter used exploding ammunition to celebrate a Boise State football victory. That fire consumed about two acres and caused more than $4,300 in damages. Restitution was paid on April 23, 2025. BLM officials emphasized that target shooting with prohibited materials, including exploding ammunition, has become the leading cause of human-caused wildfires in Idaho this year. They said the settlements both offset costs and act as a deterrent to unsafe practices on public lands.

Amazon Ends Prime Invitee Shipping Program, Limits Benefit to Same-Household Members

Amazon is phasing out a major perk for Prime members, announcing that its Prime Invitee program will officially end on October 1, 2025. The change eliminates the ability for members to share free two-day shipping with friends or relatives outside their household. Under the new policy, only individuals living at the same address may share Prime benefits. The updated “Amazon Family” program allows one additional adult, up to four teens (if added before April 7), and up to four child profiles. To soften the shift, existing invitees are being offered a discounted Prime membership for $14.99 for the first year, with the promotion running through December 31, 2025. Regular pricing $14.99 per month or $139 per year applies thereafter. The move reflects Amazon’s broader push to curb account sharing and boost paid subscriptions, echoing recent strategies adopted by streaming giants.

Perez family attorneys say civil suit moving forward against city despite AG clearing Pocatello police in shooting Attorneys for the family of Manuel “Manny” Perez say their civil lawsuit against the City of Pocatello will move forward, despite the Idaho Attorney General’s Office clearing Pocatello police officers in Perez’s fatal shooting. The Attorney General concluded the officers’ actions were justified, citing Perez’s alleged threats during the encounter. Family representatives maintain the shooting was excessive. They argue Perez, who struggled with mental health issues, could have been subdued through non-lethal means. The civil case, filed in federal court, seeks damages, and alleges violations of Perez’s constitutional rights. Attorneys stress an AG review addresses criminal liability, while civil courts weigh broader claims of negligence and accountability.

The courthouse officially closed the filing deadline for the election last Friday.

SUICIDE WALK On

Community Day of Service events this week

In memory of the events that took place on September 11, 2001, the National Day of Service was created to help inspire volunteerism throughout the nation to redefine that terrible day into something positive. The theme is “Never Forget What We’re Capable of Doing Together”.

Malad City, under the direction of Rodney Moon, is supporting this national program again. Events will take place during the week of September 11, 2025, culminating on Saturday, September 13 where young and old will gather at several places throughout the city and county to provide service.

There are two activities that every household can support:

School Supply Drive – Contact Ashley Price

Boxes have been placed in church buildings throughout the community for donations of any of the following: Clorox wipes, black dry erase markers, Kleenex, hand sanitizer, box of sharpened pencils, glue sticks, pink pearl eraser, small bottles of school glue, notebooks, scissors, 24-pack crayons, 12-count colored pencils, pocket folders.

On Friday, September 12 at 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., youths ages three through 11 of all denominations are invited to participate in a service activity held at the Malad Idaho Stake Center of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1250 North 1100 West, Malad City. Games will be played, and the school supplies will be assembled for distribution to the Malad Public School and Stone Elementary.

DIABETES EDUCATION GROUP

Next meeting will be September 18 @ 1:30 p.m. Contact Pamela Mills RD, LD, CDCES 208-766-2231 or email pamela.mills@oneidahospital.com

Mission Home Health and Hospice (formally Hands of Hope) still serving patients of Oneida County and surrounding areas! Providing care to individuals of all ages. Medicare/Medicaid certified.

Give us a call at 208-523-7441

Also offering PT, OT and care aides in all four counties!

Food Drive – Contact Toni Werk

Under the direction of the Oneida Interfaith Council, food and other items can be donated to Carol’s Pantry. Have your items at your front door early Saturday morning. Youths 14-17 will be picking them up starting at 8:00 a.m. Sorting will be held at the Victory Baptist Church, 448 South Main, from 9:00 a.m. until completed. For those that would like to donate money, jars are at each counter at Broulim’s in Malad.

Items to donate may include boxed items such as Mac ‘n Cheese, Hamburger Helper, pasta, instant potatoes, instant rice, and other meal kits. There is a need for canned items such as chicken, tuna, other canned meats, chili, etc.

If you miss having your items picked up, you can deliver them to the Presbyterian Church through September 16.

Thursday, September 11, 6:30 p.m.

Picnic Tables at Malad City Park – Contact Brad Coleman and Tony McClain

On Thursday evening, September 11, at 6:30 p.m., all single young adults of the community ages 18 through 35 will meet at the pavilion at Malad City Park to power wash the picnic tables in preparation for painting. Wear clothes that can get wet!

Saturday, September 13, 8:00 a.m. to Noon Events

All the remaining service sites and information are provided on JustServe where you can sign up for an activity. If you don’t sign up on JustServe, you can meet at the site you choose as described in the information provided below. Work

A huge shout out and a great big thanks to a wonderful pianist in town.

will start at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 13, and end at noon. You can work at the designated sites any hours within that time frame.

Spreading Mulch & Trimming trees – Contact Trevor Robbins Trevor Robbins will direct volunteers in spreading mulch around trees at the Malad City Greenbelt and in pruning suckers. Meet at the Concession Stand at Malad City Park at 10 South 100 West. Tools needed are hand pruners, wheelbarrows, pitchforks, and rakes. Be sure to bring gloves!

Painting at Malad Valley Heritage Square – Contact Luke Waldron

Volunteers will linseed oil and paint the historic buildings at the Malad Valley Heritage Square, located at 4566 South 4400 West in Samaria. Paint brushes and latex

gloves will be provided. Volunteers should dress in paint clothes.

Malad City Flower Beds – Contact Jennifer Brown

Meet in front of Allen Drug at 4 North Main. Volunteers will be cleaning the flower beds and preparing them for winter along Main Street, behind the Co-op Building, and behind the Veteran’s Memorial. Rakes and gloves would be helpful.

In addition to the above projects, members of the athletic program at Malad High School met on Saturday, August 30, to mulch trees at the Malad City Greenbelt, and to provide other service throughout the city. These youths were under the direction of Ty Price.

Join over 30 million Americans in uniting as a community to honor those that served on September 11, 2001, and those that were killed and injured. Let’s “never forget”.

Thank You Helen Ward! A Big Thank You to Pennie Wolf

Helen Ward has shared her talents millions of times and each one is nothing short of profound.

As a very young girl the piano was just what she loved to do.

Her teacher kept moving her ahead.

She had unused talent that was enjoyed by just a few.

Then she started to take a trip to Salt Lake City each week.

She was taught by the very best.

She soaked it in, she loved it all, she loved each and every test.

In college she played for the Institute Delta Phi Chorus.

Her talent was so appreciated and loved, they traveled all overwith voices that sang, while they captivated the crowds, with beautiful music that rang. What a blessing it was when she moved to Malad to make our valley her home.

She has had her class and her zeal for life, and made our town vibrate with song.

For thirty-two years, Helen was Elementary music teacher, and taught our kids music and song.

With the Veterans Program, plays and countless programs, their love of music was oh so strong.

Thanks Helen for your countless hours of service.

You have blessed us all with many memories through time.

How thankful we are in our happiest and our saddest momentsyou were there to help us along.

A BIG SHOUT OUT AND A GREAT BIG THANKSfor giving us so much of your time!

Spence & Debbie Horsley Family

And a Big Thanks from the whole community! We Love You!

About four years ago, we lost our beautiful little lady. We thought our lives were over, our hearts were broken heavy. But you people came from all over, to show us your sincere love. With countless acts of kindness, you seemed to be angels from above. Pennie Wolf stepped forward, and out of the blue one day, she said “I’ll paint a picture, I’ll capture her life that way.” So with hours and hours of very hard work, she created a masterpiece. She seemed to master Kambrie’s spunky lookand her style she did create. Thank you Pennie, for your very kind heartand your hours and hours of work. You lighted our hearts. We thank you so much, for so selflessly giving your touch.

A Very Thankful Family, Brad & Kristen & family

Spence & Debbie Horsley

Events will be held on Saturday in Samaria once again.

Carol’s Pantry is the destination of the collected food drive items.

The area across from City Hall was one of last year’s projects.

A family comes home

The family themselves—all hundred plus—wanted the event to remain private and without the distraction of even the most well-intentioned outside visitors, and it more or less played out that way. While it’s impossible to keep that many people congregating in place an absolute secret when it nearly doubles the size of the town, many people were unaware that the Osmond extended family spent a weekend in Samaria in August.

The clan’s matriarch, Olive, was born in a small, two-room cabin in Samaria in 1925, making this a celebration of the hundredth year since her birth. Olive passed away in 2001 in Provo, at the age of 79, but her family chose her birthplace as the place to mark that milestone.

Members of large family, including Olive’s children and their descendants, were organized into smaller groups to participate in a variety of projects throughout the Heritage Square area, including painting, restoration, and especially chinking.

In fact, Donny Osmond jokingly remarked that he had found a new calling in life. “I used to be a singer-dancer, now I’m a chinker-dancer!” he laughed. The fact was attested to by his gloves, covered with chinking mortar.

“This is his new calling!” Luke Waldron smiled.

“When we first came here in 2010,” Donny said, “I didn’t think it would turn out to be like this— what an amazing place!” He noted that the site itself was a wonderful

location, but also that it was personally impactful. “I really feel the presence of my mom. This is where she grew up. There is something about this valley that is just special. I don’t know if it’s my kinship to it, or what, but it’s a pretty special place. Hallowed ground.”

Heritage Square, as its name indicates, is dedicated to preserving the history of the families who made their way north from Utah in the middle of the nineteenth century and settled what is claimed by many to be the first major settlement in what is now Idaho. Just southwest of Malad, Samaria is a place steeped in history and tradition, nestled at the base of the mountains which also bear its name.

Heritage Square is the site of the Samaria Days festival every year, as well as a Harvest and Spring festival. It is also a location which can be reserved and rented out, for events both big and small. No one had really anticipated an event on the scale of the Osmond family reunion, however.

Aaron Osmond, George Osmond’s oldest son and the oldest grandchild of the Olive Osmond family, explained that the family decided to hold the reunion in Samaria on Olive’s 100th. The faily is extensive, with 55 grandchildren and 175 great-grandchildren in the family, about 100 of whom were at the reunion.

“The real draw here,” Aaron said, “is that we have this cabin here, which has been restored by the Her-

itage Foundation. That just made it a very appropriate place to come and remember our parents and grandparents.”

On behalf of the Osmonds, Aaron thanked those in Samaria for maintaining this part of the family’s history. “Olive was born in May of 1925 at this little cabin that they have relocated and put here on the grounds. We would not have had this cabin if it were not for this foundation. It would not have been preserved.”

In 2010, the Osmonds visited Samaria for the dedication of the cabin.

Samaria is a wonderful ecapsulation of the Osmond ethos. “The thing that we wanted to share is that we want to be a part of this kind of healthy, family recreational activity,” Aaron said. “We’re a very family oriented group that has for generations looked for ways to find activities that can bring us together as a family. Even with these busy lives that some of my uncles and aunts have, they are dedicating time to come to this location to be together. It’s such a unique draw. It’s so relaxing and peaceful. They have created this amazing environment with the cabins and animals, and lazer tag. It’s just such a wonderful place to have a reunion, or a wedding, or whatever and we want to be a part of promoting it.

According to Aaron, Olive talked about growing up in Samaria often when he was a kid. “The value of hard work, or dealing with difficulty and managing through want.

They went through a lot, and often she would talk about memories of her growing up here as an important thing that shaped her.”

“She was so multifaceted,” Aaron said, of his grandmother. “Very musically inclined. She was raising nine children in a very complex entertainment world—teaching them values and how to maintain them in an environment most people wouldn’t even imagine. Family values isn’t just a tagline, it’s a reality. We are dedicated to family, faith, and service and Olive is the one who instilled that in all of us. It was really her. Grandpa was a big influence, but Olive was the influence around the morality and the way we live our lives.”

Fellow Samaria resident EmoLou Parry visited during the reunion to share some of her memories of growing up with Olive. EmoLou just celebrated her own 100th birthday.

The family was given a tour of Samaria and the surrounding country on side by sides, and treated to history and personal stories from members of the Heritage Foundation. Luke Waldron shared some Welsh with them, and Donny remarked that the whole experience had been very spiritual.

Aaron echoed that, and said, “The church really is at the heart of the whole thing. Olive was very open about her faith, and very vocal about sharing the gospel. It was the centerpiece of everything we’ve done as a family.”

Crisis Center stays on course while making changes

Earlier in the year, long time Oneida Crisis Center director Holly Llewllyn let the board know that she was planning to step down from her position. A search was initiated for her successor, and when it was all said and done, Malena Jiminez was hired into the position fulltime. Jiminez, who already worked at the Center in various capacities, proved to be an excellent choice for many reasons, one of which was that it gave Llewellyn the incentive to remain on as a fulltime advocate. This allowed Holly’s invaluable experience with the operation of the center to remain in place.

And for many reason, that’s a great thing! All hands are needed on deck, as the Crisis Center has a busy season coming up, with the Carol’s Pantry Food Drive working to resupply the shelves at the pantry on Saturday, the Suicide Awareness and Prevention Walk coming up on the next Tuesday, September 16, and its own fundraising event on October 3.

The Crisis Center was one of the original partners involved with the hospital at the inception of the Suicide Awareness Walk, and has remained a strong partner. They will be on hand once again to provide

resources and information to those in attendance. While the Crisis Center is not specifically focused on immediate medical/mental health crisis situations involving self-harm directly, those on staff at the Center are trained to handle calls from people facing emergency situations. One of the primary missions of the Center, as Malena and Holly explained it, is to direct people to the resources that they need for a range of urgent situations.

The Food Pantry is currently in need of supplies, which will be added to by the Day of Service drives. However, anyone can donate packaged food to the pantry (as well as produce and fresh items, including properly prepared frozen game meat) during the week. They ask that people don’t leave food items outside on Friday evening, as the weekend is a long one for roaming dog and raccoons.

In a change from the Gala fundraising event of past years, which was held in February, this year the Crisis Center is planning a different kind of event, which will take place on October 3. At 7:00 p.m. on that evening, the Crisis Center will host a Dueling Pianos fundraising night, with tickets available or groups or individuals through the website, oneidacrisiscenter.org.

As the evening of the Dueling Pianos event draws nearer, we will bring you a more detailed account of what the Crisis Center does, and how it offers a critical service to the community. In the meantime, check out the Center’s website for information and tickets to help support an invaluable lifeline for the many people that have and will had their lives changed by it.

Luke Waldron speaks to the Osmond family about Samaria’s amazing history.

Holly Llewellyn and Malena Jiminez are both essential to the Crisis Center.

A tour on side-by-sides of sites around the county included the cemetery.

take the first step to make it happen. There are too many people, alone and isolated in their pain, who need to cross the bridge to communication. To the person in trouble, the message is TRUST, SHARE, TALK. To their families and friends, it is REACH OUT, LISTEN, CARE.”

Events like the Walk are important to raise community awareness of a topic that is often shrouded in silence, despite the wide and serious effects it brings with it. The message of the speakers and the sponsors of the event has been uniformly that help is available, and that there are people who care even if that sometimes doesn’t seem to be the case.

Last year, the event featured comments from registered nurse and health educator Rachel Madsen, after which those in attendance walked from the high school to the cemetery’s newly added “Million Broken Hearts” monument and back. Along the way, signs placed in memory of loved ones who had died by suicide were placed along the path As Rachel Madsen mentioned in her talk, there is no one who is not or has not been affected by the suicide of someone in their own lives.

Oneida County Board of Commissioners meeting August 11 Suicide Walk

This is an adaptation of minutes taken by County Clerk Shanci Dorius, not the complete, official minutes (which are space-prohibitive). The full minutes can be obtained by contacting the Oneida County Clerk’s Office.

IN ATTENDANCE: Commissioner

Chairman Bill Lewis, Commissioner Brian Jeppsen, and Commissioner Ken Eliason.

City Sewer System – Air Quality Issues

Residents Harry and Patsy Sherman shared concerns about an air quality issue related to Malad City’s new Wastewater Treatment Plant. They reported that odors from the facility make it difficult to be outdoors or keep windows open at their home. The Shermans noted that the facility’s aeration pumps must run continuously to properly treat the water and mitigate odor.

The Shermans contacted the Mayor and City Superintendent of Public Works, as the lagoon is managed by the city. Additionally, Scott MacDonald, with Idaho DEQ, is investigating the matter and recommended that residents document concerns and meet with the County Board of Commissioners, the Mayor, and City Public Works to discuss further actions. Commissioner Lewis motioned to send a letter, with a re-cap of the commissioner meeting minutes, to Scott McDonald at the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and designate Commissioner Brian Jeppsen as the point of contact from the Board of County Commissioners. Motion carried.

Review of Emergency Preparedness Active Shooter Exercise

The recent Active Shooter Exercise held in Malad on August 7 was considered a success in evaluating the county’s emergency preparedness, revealing both strengths and areas needing improvement. The exercise demonstrated that the current number of law enforcement officers is insufficient to manage a large-scale emergency, and it also exposed significant weaknesses in the county’s communication systems during a crisis. In response, the Sheriff’s Office is working with a vendor to explore available options to improve coverage and enhance communication capabilities for future emergency situations.

Emergency Communications (via text)

About a week prior to the commissioner meeting, Malad City residents experienced a water issue and many residents did not receive any (or all) of the communications that were sent out. Commissioners discussed possible ways to improve the communication process, noting that some current technologies, such as AlertSense, require residents to opt-in to receive notifications via phone or text.

The “Million Broken Hearts” monument was placed at the Malad City Cemetery in time for Memorial Day earlier last year. It was the result of a long effort by local author Jill Vanderwood to create a place in the cemetery devoted to remembering those lost to suicide, domestic violence, or accidental death. The monument reads, in part “Each life that is ended through violence, suicide, or accidental death leaves behind a million broken hearts.”

The Crisis Center presented the startling finding that in many cases “within ten minutes an individual can go from thinking about suicide to action.” As a result, it is important to be a ready listener, and be vigilant for any signs that a friend, family member, co-worker, or anyone else is potentially thinking about harming themselves or others.

Suicide has long been stigmatized, despite its near-universal existence across cultures, age groups, ethnicities, economic classes, and every other demographic. All communities are affected by suicide, and a suicide not only affects the immediate person who injures themselves, but the many people left behind. In many cases, the entire community is affected by the act, which it is in everyone’s in-

terest to help prevent. Rachel Madsen, as well as many of the others involved with the walk, stressed the importance of acknowledging the reality of suicidality as a very real issue that can only be addressed when it is brought out of the darkness and into the light, where those suffering can potentially receive support and intervention from others. There are a large number of pressures and stressors that contribute to suicidal ideation, but they can only be dealt with when they are

transparently discussed and engaged with as issues.

Regardless of whether you have had a direct experience with either negative mental health issues or suicide itself, there is no doubt those issues have affected your life and the lives of many around you. This year’s presentation should be as compelling and important as it has been every one of the last nine years the community has set aside the time to listen.

Commissioners noted that Mayor Joan Hawkins and Sheriff Doug Williams are also taking steps to enhance the communications system. Sheriff Williams is waiting for system updates to Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS), which is managed by FEMA and allows authorized authorities quickly send emergency alerts to the public via phone, TV, radio, and digital road signs, websites, and more.

Alsco Floor Mat Estimate

Building Maintenance Supervisor

Tory Richardson reported that the county currently utilizes the services of Mountain Valley Floor Mats for floor mat services. The company is now under new ownership and has had a history of miscellaneous billing issues with the county.

Mr. Richardson has been in contact with Alsco for several months and they have presented the county with several service alternatives, including the option to buy the mats and clean them ourselves or to continue having a bi-weekly professional cleaning service.

Alsco has proposed a 3-year services agreement and commissioners expressed their preference in having a trial period prior to committing to the full term.

Commissioner Lewis motioned to cancel the service with Mountain Valley Floor Mats effective September 1, 2025 and begin services with Alsco with a clause in the agreement stating that the County must be satisfied with Alsco’s performance in order to continue for the full 3-year term. Motion carried.

Steps to Validate County Road Map(s)

After discussion over several meetings, Attorney Lyle Fuller recommended the county assume the county followed the directions from twenty-years ago (July 1, 2005) that required counties to publish a county road map and update it every 5-years. On this premise, and as long as there are no new roads the county is claiming (not deeded to the county), no public hearing is needed to update and publish a current county road map. Road & Bridge Admin Lisa Baker noted that most of Oneida County roads are prescriptive, not deeded. A resolution would state what Oneida County considers to be a county road. One issue this will address is that it will keep people from closing off public access roads.

Attorney Lyle Fuller will work with Mrs. Baker to prepare a resolution (to adopt a county map) that will be ready to sign at a future meeting.

R&B – Ratify Woodruff Bridge Documents

Due to a fast-approaching project completion deadline, documents related to the Woodruff Bridge Project were signed last week to allow Whita-

ker Construction to proceed with their work. These documents were then presented to the entire board for ratification.

R&B – Traffic Control & Water Diversion for Woodruff Bridge

Road & Bridge Supervisor Dianna Dredge requested Board approval to proceed with renting equipment necessary for completion of the Woodruff Bridge Project. At this time, the specific equipment and rental timeframe have not yet been determined, and therefore formal quotes have not been obtained.

One rental option under consideration is Whitaker Construction, the contractor awarded the project, as they are familiar with project requirements and located closer than other potential vendors, such as Rain for Rent.

Ms. Dredge informed the Board that she will make a good faith effort to contact multiple vendors for pricing and availability once equipment needs are finalized. She will document all communications in accordance with Idaho Code § 67-2806 to ensure compliance with procurement requirements.

The Board acknowledged the urgency of the project and expressed support for continuing the rental inquiry process under applicable purchasing laws.

R&B – Request to Purchase a Used Plow Truck and Belly Dump Trailer

Road & Bridge Supervisor Dianna Dredge requested Board authorization to purchase a used plow truck and a belly dump trailer, both needed for department operations. The plow truck is expected to be listed on the Idaho State Surplus Property site, and due to high demand, Ms. Dredge sought advance approval to proceed with the purchase when it becomes available. The Board approved the purchase of the plow truck, which is within the department’s current approved budget.

Ms. Dredge also identified a used belly dump trailer available for purchase at a price of $18,000. However, it was disclosed that the trailer is owned by the father-in-law of a Road & Bridge employee. Due to the potential conflict of interest, the Board deferred action on this item pending legal review. County Attorney Lyle Fuller will evaluate whether the proposed purchase complies with applicable conflict-of-interest laws and will report back at a future meeting.

VSO – Non-Renewal of Tyler Technologies MOU for VetraSpec Software Veterans Service Officer Dave Colton informed the Board that he will not be renewing the agreement for the VetraSpec veterans’ benefits software, provided through Tyler Technologies. He cited a lack of sufficient case volume to justify the continued expense.

As required by the memorandum of understanding, a 30-day notice of cancellation will be submitted.

GEM Grant Applications – Opportunity

The Board discussed the availability of grants of up to $50,000, requiring a 20% county cash match ($10,000), for eligible economic development projects. Potential uses for the funds include tourism planning, improvements to public spaces, enhancements at the fairgrounds, and the installation of 30amp electrical outlets for vendor use along the fairgrounds fence line.

Water Filtration – Purchase Arrangements

In January, the Board approved the purchase of a water filtration system for emergency use by the county. The system was ordered prior to obtaining the required Emergency Activity Number (EAN), which is necessary for reimbursement through the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) program.

It was determined that Oneida County will reimburse Commissioner Jeppsen $418.70 for the purchase and will subsequently submit the expense for reimbursement through EMPG funds.

Courtroom Remodel – Chairs & Desks

As part of the courtroom remodel project, approximately 40 new chairs are needed for the gallery and an additional 5 chairs for the foyer. Clerk Lon Colton informed the Board that suitable chairs have been identified, but connector components will also be required.

Clerk Colton noted that there are sufficient funds available in the Tribal Funds account to cover the final furnishings for the remodel—including chairs, desks, and related items—with an estimated total cost of approximately $25,000.

American Legian – Invitation for BOCC to attend “Historical Building Award” Ceremony Commissioners have been invited to attend a historical building award ceremony on September 17, recognizing the American Legion. Jean Thomas was instrumental in securing this award. Although the Commissioners are scheduled to attend a conference that week, they will make an effort to attend the ceremony.

Website Renewal

A five-year agreement for $4,100/yr with Revize for renewal of the County’s website services contract was presented to the Board for approval and signature. As part of the renewed agreement, Revize will assist in improving and updating the County’s website.

The “Million Broken Hearts” memorial is for victims of accidental death as well.

Grandparents Only

Not recommended for parents or kids...

By Gramma Dot

I was standing in line at the grocery store the other day with one package of prunes. There were two shoppers ahead of me with loaded baskets, so I knew I was in for a bit of a wait. I found myself wondering why one of the three employees mulling around the Customer Service area didn’t come open a line and provide some real customer service. I’m not a patient person and two loaded carts seemed like a big deal when all I needed was one package of prunes. I was trying to be pleasant when some items fell out of the basket ahead of me, so I bent down to help pick them up, but the basket’s human was quick, and she got the spilled goods before I could help. We smiled, exchanged a few words and slowly moved forward as the shopper at the counter paid her bill and left. The checker began ringing up my new acquaintance’s items when she, the shopper, grabbed my prunes and said, “I want to get these for you.” I was stunned and stammered something like, “I can get my own prunes. You don’t need to do that.” She insisted and bought my prunes. Wow! She continued to make positive comments to those around her. “It’s a great day.” “I got donuts for half off.” “This sushi looks wonderful.” My grumpy customer service thoughts evaporated.

Later in the week, the girls were at my house for the day. I had a lot going on: beans needed picking and canning; the girls needed to be dropped off and picked up from piano lessons; my cousin, Theresa, was driving through and wanted to stop and see Grandma Red, who had

physical therapy and a nurse visit scheduled and I needed to get this article written.

So, we started navigating the day: we picked beans, delivered kids, picked more beans, welcomed Theresa, met the nurse who came while all of us were cutting beans. You can see how the day was going. Later the PT arrived. Finally, the beans were cut, and the PT, nurse and Theresa were on their way. The girls and I left Grandma Red’s with a big bowl of beans to process. When we got home, I started the pressure cooker, and the girls started their “stuff.”

Anyone who knows my girls know they are busy…crafts, fingernails, and smoothie mixing just to name a few of their regular activities. By the time the beans were on the counter cooling off, there was “stuff” everywhere.

I find the older I get, the more order I need. There was no order in my house, none, zilch. I had a reception to attend. I asked the girls if they wanted to come. Nope, they would stay home. I went to the reception, enjoyed the beautiful venue and the people. It was a great night. I wasn’t looking forward to going home to chaos, but when I walked in the door it was magical. Everything was put away. The floor was swept and mopped. The counters were gleaming. I’d only been gone a half hour. Peace had been restored.

Two examples of what happens when good people get into gear: grumpy thoughts evaporate, and peace returns. It’s a Good Life when you encounter Good People. Thank you, Tara, Hadley and Elle! You made a difference!

SCHOOL MENU— SEPT.

Malad Elementary BreakfastServed with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk

15- Cereal Assortment, Waffle

16- Cereal Assortment, Morning Round

17- Cereal Assortment, Breakfast on a Stick

18- Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Bar

Malad Elementary Lunch

15- Mini Calzones, Garlic Bread, Food Choice: Carrot Sticks, Pineapple

16-Chicken Drumstick, Baked Beans, Food Choice: Corn or Peaches

17- Hamburger Gravy, Mash Pot/ Roll, Food Choice: Green Beans or Apples

18- Deli Sandwich, Chips, Food Choice: Celery Sticks, Pears

Malad Middle & High School

Breakfast - Served with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk

15- Cereal Assortment, Muffins/Yogurt

16- Cereal Assortment, Mini Cinn

Bagel

17- Cereal Assortment, Max Pancake

18- Cereal Assortment, Sweet Bread Slice

Malad Middle & High School

Lunch

15- Western Burger, Tater Tots, Salad Bar, Food Choice: Carrot Sticks, Pears

16- Chicken Drumstick, Baked Beans, Salad Bar, Food Choice: Corn, Applesauce

17- Taco Bar W/ all the fixings Salad Bar, Food Choice: Celery Sticks, Mandarin Oranges

18- Mandarin Chick Bowl, Eggroll, Salad Bar, Food Choice: Broccoli, Apple

BIRTHDAYS

Janice Peterson, Sept. 12

Katherine Schwartz, Sept.12

Deann Higley, Sept. 12

Michael Cornelius, Sept. 13

Steven Cottle, Sept. 13

Lynette Price, Sept. 13

Patrice Showell, Sept. 13

Jeffrey Crowther, Sept. 14

Brayden Hill, Sept. 14

Joshua Jensen, Sept. 14

Stephanie Johnson, Sept.14

Kempton Daniels, Sept. 14

Linda Harrison, Sept. 15

Rodney Jones, Sept. 15

Nathan Kent, Sept. 15

McKade Nielsen, Sept. 15

Makayla Driessen, Sept. 16

Justin Nieffenegger, Sept. 16

Christopher Semrad, Sept. 16

Cassie Smith, Sept. 16

Hailey Thomas, Sept. 16

Dustin Deschamps, Sept. 17

Marlis Dobler, Sept. 17

Courtney Carter, Sept. 18

Avis Semrad, Sept. 18

Breann Weeks, Sept. 18

Brody Weeks, Sept. 18

Hoilli Hess Williams, Sept. 18

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

ON THIS DAY

1916 First true self-service supermarket, Clarence Saunders” “Piggly Wiggly,” opens in Memphis, Tennessee

1941 Construction of the Pentagon begins in Arlington County, Virginia (completed Jan. 15, 1943).

Designed by architect George Bergstrom and built by contractor John McShain, construction was overseen by Leslie Groves

1942 Enid Blyton publishes “Five on a Treasure Island” first of her “Famous Five” children’s novels, start of one of the best-selling children’s series ever with over 100 million sold

1945 Physician Willem J. Kolff performs the first successful kidney dialysis using his artificial kidney machine in the Netherlands

1955 Dedication of the first Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Europe, the Bern Switzerland Temple

1967 “The Carol Burnett Show” starring Carol Burnett premieres on CBS-TV in the US

1970 Ford Motor Company introduces its first North American subcompact model – the Pinto

1977 The Atari 2600, originally known as the Atari Video Computer System (Atari VCS) is released in North America, revolutionizing the video game industry

2001 Attempt by passengers and crew of United Airlines Flight 93 to retake control of their hijacked plane from terrorists causes the plane to crash in a Pennsylvania field, killing all 44 people on board

2001 Terrorists hijack a passenger plane and crash it into the Pentagon, killing 125 people

2001 Two passenger planes hijacked by Al Qaeda terrorists crash into New York’s World Trade Center towers, causing the collapse of both and the deaths of 2,606 people

2002 Through extreme and coordinated effort, The Pentagon is rededicated after repairs are completed, exactly one year after the attack on the building

Curlew Senior Citizens’ Menu

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

Sept 11 - Beef and Noodles, Fruit, Dessert, Bread

Sept 16 - Taco Salad, Fruit, Biscuits, Dessert

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

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

Malad Senior Citizens’ Menu

Every meal served with Juice/ Milk/Coffee

Sept 12 - Spaghetti w/Meat Sauce, Salad Bar, Pears, Bread Sticks

Sept 17- Shepherd’s Pie, Peaches, Corn Bread Muffins, Dessert

Burn Ban in Effect in Oneida County

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

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

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

flames, Someone to monitor the fire until completely extinguished. This restriction will remain in place until future notice. Please check the DEQ website for daily air quality restrictions before having a cooking fire (www.deq.idaho.gov). This does not apply to people camping on forest service land. You will need to call the forest service to find out their restrictions.

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

No burn permit will be issued until further notice.

Crop Residue Burning can be approved on a case-by-case basis. Contact the Pocatello Regional Office for more Information regarding CRB permit approval at 208-2366160.

BRAIN TEASERS

LOOKING BACK

5 YEARS AGO (2020)

Chosen by Malad High School students to reign over Homecoming Week for 2020 is Queen Brooklynn Gross, King Traven Ward, Duchess Hallee Haycock, Duke Clay Brackin, Princess Tori Balappa, and Prince Dex Schow.

A new probation officer has been hired for Oneida County. Gabe Jiminez joins Kristi Christophersen in Oneida County Probation as chief probation officer. His route to probation work was circuitous, but he seems to have ended up in a good place for him and his family at this time.

New outdoor fitness equipment has been installed at Malad City Park. The center is open to all ages but is primarily for the use of senior citizens and was provided by a grant from Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health.

The Dragons are ready to fight for a Homecoming win. They will take on North Fremont on Friday night for Homecoming. Playing for the Dragons this season are Tom Simpson, Ben Wray, Clay Brackin, Nick Hardy, Zach Lund, Dillon Evans, Hayden Schwartz, Bracken Ward, Travis Martin, Tayvin Scott, Tanner Olsen, Traven Ward, Jace Williams, OD Schulz, Justin Wittman, Daxton Davis, Matt Jacaway, Colton Ihler, Cooper Jones, Kyler Speck, Taysen Davis, Joe Daniels, Hesston Harrison, Brayden Searle, Cage Giles, Dameon Hess, Kile Willie, Tucker Venable, Jaden Ward, Austin Jacobsen, Preston Bird, Zade Scott, Timmy Jensen, Dylan Moss, Ryan Hubbard, Braylen Tripp, Sawyer Poulsen, Ben Martin, Caleb Mathews, Porter Ward and Hunter Wray.

In an unusual year, Malad High School chose Student Body Officers for the 2020/2021 school year in May. Because of school being closed early due to COVID-19, students running for office prepared speeches that were provided online to those students voting, after which the voting was all handled online as well.

Chosen to lead the Student Body is President Chase Richardson, Vice President Rylee Jacobsen, Secretary Brooklynn Gross, Public Relations Representative Tori Balappa, Pep Representative McKinna Owens. 10 YEARS AGO (2015)

Over 70 merit badges and numerous rank advancement were awarded to the Scouts of Troop 456 on August 16. Those attending the Court of Honor included Tanner Olsen, Riggin Rawlings, Conner McClain, Clayton Howard, Chandler Speck, Ben Ward, Devin Sands, Kyler Horsely, Tony McClain, Jed Pedersen, Trayson Jones, Spencer Ward, Kyler Speck, Riley Cluff, Enoch Ward Dallin Ward, Fielding Steed, Marc Esplin, Hyrum Smith, Walker Olsen and Karl Pedersen.

The Malad 4-H Dog Club led by Emily Christiansen, the Canine Cadets, once again had a great showing at the Eastern Idaho State Fair. Three girls and their canine partners came home with ribbons in the Showmanship and Obedience classes. Sheridan Brown earned a third in Showmanship with her dog, Daisy, Emily Allen and Scruffy earned a second in Showmanship and a third in Obedience and Bailey Timothy won a second in Obedience and a fourth in Obedience with her two dogs, Jackie and Ruger.

The yard of Larry and Mary Ellen Knudsen on 500 West has been named as the final Yard of the Month

by

Malad City for 2015.

The Lady Dragons fought hard against some bigger teams to earn the Championship in the Silver Bracket at the Peg Peterson Invitational Volleyball Tournament last week in Pocatello. Players included the following, McKenna Cummins, Bailey Wise, Emmah Peterson, Lindsay Sorensen, Taya Thorpe, Hanah Peterson, Paityn Tripp, Taber Paskett, Rylee Tripp, Sami Williams, Manager Natalie Jensen and Coaches Camie Tripp and Gia Haycock.

15 YEARS AGO (2010)

For the fifth year in a row, Oneida County residents will be treated to fresh produce free-of-charge, due to the generosity of northern Utah producers. On Saturday, September 18, Kip Rasmussen and Dennis Thorpe will be rolling their trucks into an area south of Malad 2nd Ward Church. These trucks will be loaded with farm-fresh produce from the Produce Growers of Utah.

A Malad teenager, Brooks Bowman, recently returned from the 2010 National Scout Jamboree held at Fort A.P. Hill, Virginia. The event hosted more than 45,000 scouts and scout leaders from around the nation for 10 days of premier scouting fun. Brooks was the only scout from the Malad area to attend but joined with forty other boys and five adult leaders to form a troop from southern Idaho.

The students at the Malad Elementary School were treated to a special demonstration on the violin from professional musician and violinist, Marna Bowling. Delicious apple dumplings and savory barbecued chicken and ribs, prepared by Lynn and Elijah Anderson, took top honors at the Oneida County Fair Dutch Oven Cook-off. Second place in the contest went to Wendy and Parker Boyer who chose a Camp Chef from the table of prizes. Mother and son prepared a main dish of barbecued ribs and chicken with Little Smokies along with Potatoes Delight. Their dessert was a caramel pudding cake.

20 YEARS AGO (2005)

The Malad Depot railroad crossing on State Highway 38 drew a lot of media attention last week when two Pleasantview women staged a protest there. Leora Brown and Josephine May said their object was to call attention to the “deplorable condition” of the crossing and try and get something done about it. The good news is, the crossing is finally scheduled for repairs.

The Malad Elementary Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is ready

for the new school year. The leaders of the organization have a lot of plans for this year. The PTO will be led by President Kami Willie. She will be assisted by Taia Murray as vice president. Other board members include Nacona Williams, Anjanele Degn, Tori Green, Jamie Peterson, Ginger Davis, Wendy Owens, Melinda Udy and JaLyn Weeks.

This summer’s High Adventure outing for Venture and Varsity Scouts from the Malad 7th Ward’s Troop 427 was a never-to-be-forgotten trip to Nauvoo, Illinois. Participants included: Tyson Tavoian, Josh Wray, Chris Semrad, Jordan Beckman, William Crowther, Scott Crowther, Skylar Boyd, Alex Lewis, Chesley Lewis, Casey Steffenghagen, Chris Jackson, Logan Pfeiffer, Ammon Treasure, Michael Corbridge, Joshua Corbridge, J.C. Corbridge, Robbin Bullcreek, Gene Bullcreek, and Jason Corbridge. The adults were Marvin Crowther, Max Tavoian, Matt Wray, Russ Miller, Darrell Treasure, Robert Bullcreek, Lee and Jackie Pfeiffer, Kirk Corbridge, David Corbridge. and Jason Corbridge.

30 YEARS AGO (2000)

The third time was the charm for Mary Bischoff, recipient of the 2000 Outstanding Homemaker Award at the Oneida County Fair. Two times in the past Mary has tried for the award –ever since moving to Malad – but she has always finished as a runner-up. This year she achieved her goal.

Anne Crowther has joined the staff at Malad Elementary. She has been hired as the Special Education Teacher in the morning. She replaces Kris Blaisdell who took a full-time position as the Reading Teacher after Janet Jensen retired last spring.

Clint Waldron, son of Doyle and Marie Waldron, of Samaria, Idaho, accepted membership in The National Society of Collegiate Scholars and will be honored during a campus ceremony this fall at Utah State University. Jack Brinkerhoff, always wanted to build an ornamental windmill, and so he did after he retired! He built the first one five years ago and now another one. Neighbor Lon Corbridge says he enjoys watching it from his kitchen window. Jack put horses on the weather vanes rather than the traditional fans because he likes horses. A number of people, seeing them from the road, have stopped to look at them, Jack says. Several have suggested he call the newspaper, so he did!

Michael Ballam and his daughter

Vanessa saluted Oneida educators attending the Oneida School District Opening Institute August 23. The annual teacher inservice filled the Malad High School Commons.

40 YEARS AGO (1985)

Deputy Jay Stayner will report in October to the Pomona, California Police Department, where he has accepted a position with the patrol division. He will terminate with the Oneida County Sheriff’s department, having served as a deputy for almost six years.

Heading the newly formed Boys Club at Malad High School will be Cory Daniels, president; Brock Hill, vice president; Travis Atkinson, Secretary; and Mascot Zak Johansen. Sherrill Burnett, a former reporter for The Idaho Enterprise, has joined the teaching staff at Malad High School this year. Mrs. Burnett will be filling the vacancy created when Mrs.

Edith Thomas retired last spring. She will be teaching one Journalism class, all of the freshmen English, one 7th grade English class, and one special-help English class. In addition, she will be helping to coach junior high volleyball and working with the pep club.

50 YEARS AGO (1975)

Maurine Bingham has been appointed as the New Oneida County Extension Home Economist. She will be in charge of conducting the Home Economics program with adult women of the County and will share the responsibility of the boys and girls 4-H Club work with County Agent Lyn Merrick.

Six local students received diplomas from Brigham Young University August 15 at the summer convocation of the University’s 100th commencement. Receiving a Master’s degree was Craig Marshall Allen; and receiving a Bachelor of Arts degrees were Dixie Pilgrim Albright, Conrad T. Alder, Connie Allen, Floe Linda Gardner and Stacey Lloyd Madson.

Dr. Nick Hagen – has upped the doctor population here to two! Hagen is a recent recruit from the Good Samaritan Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona, where he was doing his post-graduate training. He received his medical degree from the University of Arizona. Winning 14 blue ribbons in a number of open class events, 18 year-old Levi Higley swept the field at the Eastern Idaho State Fair last week. To top that, Levi – the son of Mr. and Mrs. Dave G. Higley – also won a trophy for Grand Champion Cow, six red ribbons and a white one. The youth has taken 14 cattle to the State Fair, and entered in 21 different classes.

60 YEARS AGO (1965)

Local law enforcement officers are this week investigating the shooting of a cow early Saturday morning near the St. John-Elkhorn road. The cow, owned by Bud Davis, was shot six times in the head and neck and the would-be-rustlers were apparently frightened away by the approaching car of Bud Packard, Boise, who reported the incident to officers. Four Utahans were held briefly as possible suspects but released when the wandering and injured animal could not be found immediately in the area where it was shot. The cow was found later in the day.

The Idaho Cattlemen’s Association has a $500 standing reward for information leading to arrest and conviction of rustlers.

Co-editors of the Malad High School yearbook, “The Mirror” are Anne Hargrave and Lonny Gleed. Both participate in many student activities with Lonny the current student body president and Ann a Pom Pom girl with the MHS Pep Club.

Eager-eyed youngsters and their mothers met the teacher, Lucile Blauer for the opening of school. Enrolling in the first grade were Wayne Gugleman, Burke Baker and Ken Sweeten. In an impressive double ring ceremony performed in the Logan LDS Temple, Miss Dianne Bowen became the bride of Marvin Pett on August 13. President Glen Rex officiated at the ceremony.

70 YEARS AGO (1955) Hy Peterson, stationed at Fort Ord, California and serving as training NCO with a heavy mortar company, First Infantry Regiment, was recently promoted to sergeant.

20 YEARS AGO (2005) The Malad Elementary PTO is organized and ready for the upcoming school year. Members of the board this year include (left to right) Tori Green, Kami Willie, Wendy Owens, Anjanelle Degn, and Taia Murray.

40 YEARS AGO (1985) Heading the newly formed Boys Club at Malad High School will be Cory Daniels–President; Brock Hill–Vice President; Travis Atkinson–Secretary; and Mascot Zak Johansen.

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IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF ONEIDA

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF RICHARD DON NEVILLE

a.k.a. RICHARD NEVILLE and SHERRIE ANN NEVILLE

a.k.a. SHERRIE A. NEVILLE, Deceased.

Case No. CV36-25-0104

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed personal representative of the abovenamed decedents. All persons having claims against either of these decedents or their estates are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented to the undersigned at the address indicated, and filed with the Clerk of the Court.

DATED this 20th day of August, 2025.

/s/ Heath Neville Heath Neville 5701 Acorn Drive PO Box 99 Wrightwood, CA 92397

#5762-08-28-09-04-11-25-T3

Sunday, July 27, 2025

• 00:37 Animal Call. Cow out on road

• 09:38 Attempt to Locate

• 13:37 911 Call. Unknown situation

• 17:42 Animal Call

Monday, July 28, 2025

• 02:41 Traffic Accident

• 10:17 Civil Call

• 12:02 Noise Complaint

• 12:16 Civil Call

• 13:00 Medical Emergency

• 15:38 Motorist Assist

• 17:04 Child Protection

• 17:53 Child Protection

• 18:06 Traffic Accident. Vehicle struck pole

• 21:33 Civil Call

• 22:10 Traffic Accident

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

• 04:27 Medical Emergency

• 09:09 Ordinance Violation

• 09:36 Civil Call

• 20:07 Traffic Hazard. Object in roadway

• 21:32 Animal Call

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

• 18:56 VIN Inspection

• 23:42 Traffic Complaint Thursday, July 31, 2025

• 05:52 Animal Call. Injured dog

• 08:28 Suspicious Person

• 08:53 Animal Call. Cows on roadway. Hwy 38

• 12:47 Hit and Run reported

• 14:17 Animal Call

• 17:38 Threatening Reported

• 21:16 Ambulance Call Friday, August 1, 2025

• 05:14 Animal Call

• 14:24 Fire Reported

• 15:43 Civil Call

• 16:05 Suspicious Person Reported

• 22:43 Citizen Assist Saturday, August 2, 2025

• 10:14 VIN Inspection

• 11:10 VIN Inspection

• 11:40 VIN Inspection

• 17:10 Animal Call

• 20:38 Animal Call

• 21:47 Suspicious Person Reported. Subway

• 23:06 Agency Assist Sunday, August 3, 2025

• 01:40 Suspicious Activity. Caller reported being followed by vehicle

• 10:50 Citizen Assist. Vehicle trouble

Dangerous driving reported Tuesday, Aug 5, 2025

• 08:08 Motorist Assist

• 11:32 Burglary Reported. Front door forced open

• 15:13 Civil Call

• 21:14 Attempt to Locate. Hit and Run driver; no injuries

• 21:59 Traffic Complaint

Wednesday, Aug 6, 2025

• 10:32 Civil Call

• 13:24 Missing Person Reported. Updated—person found

• 16:58 Traffic Hazard. Truck driving dangerously on I-15

• 23:51 Disturbance Reported Thursday, Aug 7, 2025

• 07:15 VIN Inspection

• 11:36 Abandoned Vehicle Reported

• 13:31 Shots Fired [This was from the live shooter drill at MHS]

• 13:57 Ordinance Violation Reported

• 14:48 Traffic Complaint

• 17:01 Citizen Assist. Water leak problem

• 17:39 Traffic Accident Reported. No injuries

• 18:30 Traffic Complaint

• 18:47 Agency Assist. ISP received call of family walking in median Friday, Aug 8, 2025

• 03:20 Traffic Accident Reported

• 08:03 Burglary Reported. Landfill

• 12:21 Civil Call

• 20:40 Traffic Hazard. Construction cone on roadway [multiple calls on subject]

• 22:00 Motorist Assist. Courtesy ride to Maverik

• 22:17 Extra Patrol Saturday, Aug 9, 2025

• 3:00 Alcohol Offense

• 08:24 Abandoned Vehicle Reported

• 11:00 Suspicious Person Reported

• 13:00 Missing Person Reported

• 22:38 Disturbance Reported

• 23:43 Citizen Assist Sunday, Aug 10, 2025

• 03:30 Agency Assist

stance Reported. Possible vandalism Samaria Tuesday, Aug 12, 2025

• 11:32 Traffic Complaint. Dangerous driving with unsecured load

• 22:42 Suspicious Person

Reported Wednesday, Aug 13, 2025

• 12:12 Agency Assist. UT dept of Child and Family Safety

• 12:59 Agency Assist. ISP

• 14:37 Citizen Dispute

• 14:47 Vandalism Reported. Tire slashed

• 17:05 Fire Reported Thursday, Aug 14, 2025

• 03:39 Suspicious Person Reported

• 12:28 Citizen Dispute

• 13:22 Suspicious Circumstance Reported

• 17:36 Theft Reported

• 23:52 Suspicious Person Reported Friday, Aug 15, 2025

• 17:36 VIN Inspection

• 18:54 Suspicious Person Reported

• 21:37 Motorist Assist

• 23:28 Traffic Complaint. Dangerous driving at fairgrounds Saturday, Aug 16, 2025

• 01:47 Ambulance Call

• 21:28 Traffic Complaint

• 21:44 Traffic Complaint. Driving without lights

• 21:59 Motorist Assist

• 22:45 Traffic Complaint

• 23:46 Suspicious Circumstance Reported Sunday, Aug 17, 2025

• 08:17 Welfare Check

• 11:12 Vandalism Reported. Vehicle spray painted

• 14:46 Traffic Accident. Truck and motorcycle

• 17:23 911 Call. Unknown situation

• 17:25 Agency Assist. IDFG

• 17:34 Unattended Death

• 19:46 Attempt to Locate

• 21:04 Fire Reported. Dumpster

• 21:14 Citizen Assist Monday, Aug 18, 2025

• 00:00 Traffic Accident. Cow struck by vehicle

• 08:12 Suspicious Person

Reported

#5753-08-21-28-09-04-1125-T4

NEWS OF RECORD

ONEIDA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Leslie Irene Burnside, Chubbuck, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Adam Kimball Carter, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50 McKayleigh Chriss Davis, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Michayla Maude Facer, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Ethan Spence Horsley, Malad, muffler causing excessive fumes or smoke, $10.50, cost $56.50

Arthur Benjamin Martinez, Malad, fail to obey traffic control device, $33.50, cost $56.50

MALAD CITY

William Olschewski Beagleuy, Bluffdale, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Lana Jean Brangal, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Brad Lewis Ford, Soda Springs, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Aiden Christensen, Malad, unlawful overtaking and passing school bus, $300.00, costs $56.50

Tallan G McCulloch, Bancroft, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Zachary Earl Mills, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

RECORDED LIST

August 29, 2025

Satisfaction or Mortgage, Grantor:

• 10:56 Animal Call. Dead horse dumped at Pleasantview reservoir

• 20:48 Animal Call. Dog bit delivery driver

• 23:27 Resisting/Obstructing. Dangerous driving Monday, Aug 4, 2025

• 13:48 Agency Assist

• 14:05 Fire Reported

• 14:20 Civil Call

• 15:04 Suspicious Person Reported

• 17:59 Alarm Reported

• 20:19 Traffic Complaint.

Cache Valley Bank, Grantee: D & S

Land Holdings LLC

Quit Claim Deed, Grantor: Greg G Friedli, Witona Lynn Friedi, Grantee: Greg G Friedli, Trustee, Witona L Friedli, Trustee, Greg & Witona Friedli

Family Trust

Warranty Deed, Grantor: Cecelio Cervantes, Elva Cervantes, Grantee: Cecilio Cervantes, Elva Cervantes, Fernando Cervantes Carreno

Deed of Trust, Grantor: Cecilio Cervantes, Elva Cervantes, Fernando Cervantes Carreno, Grantee: Guild Mortgage Company LLC

Marriage License, Josheph Alan Michael to marry Jacee Lee McClellan

September 2, 2025

Quit Claim Deed, Grantor: Patrick A Borack, Cynthia Borack, Jesse R Fleming, Jennifer N Fleming, Grantee: Patrick A Borack, Cynthia Borack

Warranty Deed, Grantor: Cory W Ihler, Angela W Ihler, Grantee: Jacob A Lewis, Trustee, Vicki A Lewis, Trustee, Lewis Family Trust

Deed of Trust, Grantor: Keith D Blaisdell, Jill W Blaisdell, Grantee: Federal Savings Bank

Marriage License, Aidan Lewas Bossa to marry Jessica Rose Hicks

September 3, 2025

Partial Release of Mortgage, Grant-

• 05:29 Traffic Hazard. Sign in roadway

• 15:22 Suspicious Circumstance Reported. Barn door open

• 15:25 Medical Emergency

• 18:15 VIN Inspection

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Word Worries

BY BRANDON HALL

One of the features of English that can make it especially frustrating to both native speakers and everyone else is its complex parentage. One of the earliest of these columns that I wrote included a broad overview of English, which we generally see as beginning with a Germanic core (which overlaps with a number of languages with “Old” in their names, like “Old Norse”), which then became overlaid with Norman French (for one), neo-classical Latin, and ultimately a host of loan languages (some of which overlap with some of the previous). Of course, that’s a vast oversimplification, but the point is that English is built out of a sometimes chaotic collection of language parts.

As a result, it is highly subject to confusing words that seem like they mean one thing when they do nothing of the sort. Words that derive from a shared ancestor in a common language group are called “cognates”.

On the other hand, you might think that the word “bark,” referring to the covering of a tree, was related to the word “bark,” referring to a wooden boat (or the obviously related “embark” or “disembark,” referring to the act of getting on or off a boat, plane,

train, etc.). The words aren’t related, though. The tree covering comes from a Scandanavian root and became the Old English “barken,” most likely serving as the origin of “birch”. The boat comes from the Latin word “barca,” which is a Celtic loan word. Anyway, it’s a connection that is just a coincidence. It would make sense for the words to be connected, but they aren’t except in the way they look, sound, and seem. The same thing is true for the word “bank,” which has two main meanings that are not related except by coincidence. You can decide for yourself which one is a cognate form to the action of “banking” a basketball on a board.

Those kind of misleading words that seem related are sometimes called “false friends,” and they are the bane of second and third language learners.

Related to cognate confusion is the problem of homophones, which are words that sound the same as one another but mean different things. In some ways, they are “sound cognates,” though often they are both kinds.

I’ll just point out a few that seem to be pretty common, and can affect meaning in communication.

One set of terms is sometimes used interchangeably, though there is not

Finding Your Way

BY ALLISON ELIASON

There’s an innate gift that my husband has to always know precisely where he is. His mind is a map, a GPS unit that always knows which direction is north, how to find the most remote address and recall all the necessary trails to make it back to our destination despite only having been there one other time. A gift I have only dream of having.

I will never forget a quick trip to visit my uncle for the weekend, a home I had been to since I was little, yet a place I had only vague memories of how to get there. Thankfully, my dad was just a quick phone call away to talk my husband through the turns that I couldn’t navigate that dark rainy night. The unforgettable part was when we made the same trek back a few years later, my husband had absolutely no problem making his way. There was no questioning which turnoff to take or what winding road to follow. To some this might not seem like such an achievement, but for a girl that lives by Google maps, it was amazing.

My lack of direction or struggling ability to navigate used to be something I was a little ashamed of. I would try to hide my weak skills and pray I would never have to be alone to find my way in unknown territory. But life always has a way of helping you build up such deficiencies. I married a cowboy that ran hundreds of cows on the open range, most that spent twelve months of the year out there. The ranch work would happen out on the back, two track roads that would require me to find my lonely way out over and over again.

The number of stories where I fumbled my way through oversimplified, inexact instructions to find the branding trap, sorting corrals, or section of fence is almost too

many to count. Landmarks like “a big sagebrush” or “broken down fence” or “old trough” are hardly specific on the range full of big sagebrush, stretched out fences and old troughs.

And more often than not, I was in a place where I couldn’t call for more detailed instructions to make it from my location to that final destination.

The first years, I let the fear of getting lost get the better of me. I would get frustrated and anxious, almost ready to turn back defeated. Eventually I learned to see it as an adventure, a quest to not only find my way but to see the country, enjoy a drive, and learn about every inch of the range between here and wherever I was headed. More than likely I would go down that road again and I was determined that the next time I would know where I was going.

There came a day that I was able to head out with the crew, letting the experienced navigators take us to the remote corners of the range where we would work for the day. They would dump me out with another rider or two to start gathering cows. So long as I knew the general direction I needed to head in, things were fine. But there were those times stuck in the cedar trees or winding through the mountains that I had to ask myself if I was even heading in the right direction. I began learning tricks like keeping the sun at my back or riding up to the top of the hills to realign myself.

More often than not, I learned to just follow the cows. Making the same pilgrimage year after year, the cattle knew where they were headed and would lead the way. They would find a well worn trail and plot our way to our endpoint.

A few years ago, I bought a fancy smart watch that not only had a built in compass but maps, prompts

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any functional overlap among them. “Wary” is a cognate to the words “aware” and “beware,” and they all derive from the Old English word “waer” that means “alert.”

It is NOT related to the word “weary,” except that they both have Old English roots. The OE word “werig” means “tired.” In other words, they are almost opposites.

“Leery,” which straddles the sound between the other two words, means “cautious” or “suspicious”. It’s related, in meaning, to “warybut it’s history is mostly negative and has been historically associated with street criminals.

Because a combination of sounds and some meaning overlaps exist between them, you can sometimes almost hear people thinking out loud while they try to decide which one of the words to use. Here’s my best pneumonic device: if you are weary of something, it will wear you out. If you are wary of something, be aware of what comes next. If you are leery of something, well…that’s pretty suspicious.

Another set of commonly mangled cognates includes the wonderfully Latin “devastated” (which means “to make empty”, or “lay to waste”) and the delightful word “decimate,” which sounds like it means basical-

back to my previous location, and step by step directions to backtrack my way. I was sure that this handy feature was going to make my wandering across the range far easier. I hoped that instead of relying on the skills I had been building, the confidence I had gained from years of experience, that this new gadget would instantly turn me into a wayfinding master.

Needless to say, things did not go as planned. Keeping my eyes on the maps instead of the cows or the path we were going meant that I missed things and had to backtrack unnecessarily. Even when the cattle weren’t ducking under trees to cut back, I missed the beauty of the path ahead of me.

It didn’t take long for me to realize that I had to ditch the modern crutch and go back to my old navigation ways, even if it meant that I was constantly questioning where I was going. Somehow I managed, time and time again, to make it to the corrals with my little herd of cows. If I would keep going long enough, I found the crew. I could actually find my way, even when I felt lost on the big open range or stuck in a stand of cedar trees.

Research says that the more people are depending on GPS and step by step directions, the faster they are losing the mental capacity to store and recall spatial information. Collectively we are losing our ability to navigate the world around us despite such advancements in maps, GPS and navigation. Passively following GPS might keep you from getting lost and ensuring your prompt arrival, but at the same time it isn’t demanding the brain to remember routes, landmarks, and build your mental map.

All too often in life I am hoping for a GPS to just show me the way, to navigate me through the wide open space without me having to

ly the same thing, but (as you might expect by this point) doesn’t. “Decimate” literally means “to kill one tenth.” Historically, this was a method used by Roman military leaders to control their often unwilling soldiers. In order to improve morale, the leader would order a random tenth of the men (if we’re being historically accurate) killed in front of the others. Presumably, this would ensure compliance from the remaining force.

While obviously similar in the sense that both words deal with another cognate, “destruction,” they aren’t related except by their language of origin and the prefix “-de”. If you were a soldier in Rome, you would definitely rather be part of a decimated force than a devastated or destroyed one. However, you would probably be most terrified by the specter of decimation, which is surgical, efficient, and purposeful than destruction or devastation, which are blunt, catastrophic, and total.

There are plenty more cognates (which are helpful ways to expand your vocabulary) and perhaps even more “false friends” (which do the exact opposite, all while making you feel like you’re doing it right) in this evolving and convoluted revolutionary language of ours.

recognize when I need to make a change. I don’t want the anxiety that comes along with the wayfinding and the potential of getting lost. But being stuck in one place, aimlessly wandering, or passively roaming is a sort of “lost” of its own kind.

If there is anything I have learned from anxiously meandering across the range, in the truck or on horseback, it is that you are only lost when you decide to give up or give in. So long as you keep moving, keep learning, and keep trying, every step is a step in the right direction. Even when those steps seem contrary to the final destination or make the ride a little bit longer, learning the landmarks, attempting different trails, and pushing through the brush only helps you find your way more assuredly than simply waiting for the prompt to “turn here.”

I may never have that gift to navigate and I am sure grateful for the days when my husband can lead out across the range, but I’m also glad for the days that I get to find my own way because those are the days that are far more fulfilling and likely a little more adventurous.

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First Presbyterian Church of Malad

The extensive remodel of the Old Stake Building (the church across the street from Malad Elementary School) was completed so that meetings could be held, beginning with a funeral on Friday, September 5. Regular church meetings for the 3rd , 6th, and 7th Wards were held on Sunday, September 7.

A piano tuner and an organ technician were able to get those instruments in the chapel ready to be played on Sunday. Roxanne Albretsen, the 6th Ward Relief Society President, led the effort to clean and organize the rooms on the main floor so that Athena Boel’s viewing and funeral could be held there. Other 6th Ward leaders assisted in getting the upstairs classrooms ready for Sunday meetings.

Roxanne discovered when cleaning the kitchen in preparation for the funeral dinner that the refrigerator no longer worked, which meant a scurry to get a refrigerator delivered by Thomas Electric on Thursday.

On Sunday, President David Jen-

sen gave a short history of the building at the 6th Ward meeting. Construction on the original building began in 1950, concluding with the dedication of the building in 1953. The building was constructed at a cost of $275,000, all from tithing and other donations by Malad 3rd Ward and Stake members. Most of the construction work was done by volunteers. The building has been remodeled twice – in 1972 and 1985. The current renovations, which took eight months, probably cost between $2 million and $3 million although the final cost is not known. These funds came from the General Facilities Fund of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Even though more deep cleaning and organizing of furnishings are needed, the beautifully renovated building has that “new” building smell and promises to provide meeting and activities areas for another 75 years. President Jensen said that the building will not need to be rededicated.

Alivia Waldron after selling her goat to ICCU at the Market Sale at the end of the Fair. With some hometown help!

Kennadee Thomas and Lyndee Nimer exchange a quick five at the EISF Dog show, where they took Grand and Reserve. More fair results to come!

Tony McClain reports

Dragon Volleyball remains undefeated at home

BY ALLISON ELIASON

A season with no losses at home is a hard one to follow. Keeping the streak alive while starting off the next season at home against the reigning 4A state champion would be an undeniable challenge. Beating two 4A teams in a single week to remain undefeated at home would be almost an impossible feat.

But the Lady Dragons have done just that.

Over the 2024 volleyball season, the MHS team didn’t drop a single set to an opponent at home, including all invitational and post season tournaments- an exciting accomplishment. In order to keep that streak alive, the Lady Dragons would have to outplay the 2024 4A state champion team and one of their old district rivals- Bear Lake.

Last season they weren’t up to the challenge as they fell to the Bears in Bear Lake. But with a new season ahead of them it was a whole new game.

The first game of the match demonstrated that this would be a battle to the end. Both teams, equally matched, were within just a few points throughout the game. Both teams attacked the net, had scrappy digs, and enduring grit to make each point well earned. The Lady Dragons led throughout the game until the Bears pulled ahead 20-23.

Committing a lift error, Bear Lake gave both a point and possession to the Lady Dragons. Quincee Hammer stepped up to the service line to drop a short, killer serve that died as it crossed the net. The ace drew the score to 22-23. The Bears managed to pop up the next serve, the two teams volleying back and forth. That was until Liv Nelson knocked down a Bear Lake overpass, shanking it off the back defender to tie the game at 23.

Hammer put over another tough serve to put Malad ahead and at game point. When the night was said and done, Hammer had tallied a crucial 8 aces to help lead them to victory. After rallying back and forth, Nelson at middle dropped a tip just wide of the block. In an attempt to keep the

ball alive, the block touched the hit, dropping it short of their passers.

Into the second game, the Lady Dragons found themselves trailing to start. Slowly they started to climb out of the deficit, but the Bears were relentless in their attack. Brynnlee Jones replied to their attack with a kill of her own to slow their roll, putting them up 8-5 and to take back the serve.

Malad continued to lead, getting up by several points and then Bear Lake would manage to close the gap. Before they could take the lead, the Lady Dragons would take control again and build back their lead. As the game wound down, the MHS expanded their lead to 24-17. The Bears battled back to close the lead 24-20 before Jones slammed a line hit to the back corner to win the game.

Letting their energy on the court wane, the Lady Dragons allowed the Bears to dominate the third and fourth game of the match, trailing 1425 and 9-25. With both teams having two wins, the match came down to a final 15 max game.

Getting down to business, Malad pulled ahead to quick lead 6-1. Bear Lake only gained one point before the Lady Dragons surged ahead again to get up 11-2. The Bears suddenly had a second wind knocking down points even while Malad sat at game point. The MHS team finally claimed the win after Bear Lake overshot the serve, sending it out of bounds.

The following night, Thursday September 4, the Lady Dragons hosted the Sugar/Salem Diggers, going 3-1 to post another win to their record.

Malad opened the match with a strong start, but struggled to adapt and cover Sugar/Salem’s attack and eventually fell, 21-25. Working through their struggling rotations and honing in on a defense to stop the Diggers, the Lady Dragons came out in a whole different way in game two. They came out to lead 8-1 before an error notched another point for Sugar/Salem. A team effort of good passing, strong hitting, and stellar serving allowed them to dominate as they continued to play through the game and win 25-13.

The Diggers upped their game as they played through game three, not allowing the gap on the scoreboard to stay within a few points, but the Lady Dragons clearly controlled the game, winning it 25-20.

Lining out the rotation to the fourth game, the Diggers coach opted for a change, moving players around in hope to find a different matchup at the net that might favor her. In the end, her changes at middle did nothing to help their cause. Instead, Nelson dominated as she attacked over and over again with Sugar/Salem struggling to block or pass what she sent their way.

In addition to Nelson’s strong hitting throughout the fourth match, Malad saw strong hits from Jette Nelson and Jones from the outside. The team played a strong service game, Kialey Pickett picking up 3 aces. Mady Vanbebber stacked up blocks to defend against the strong Digger attack, with the back defensive row popping up a number of hits. It was a final block by Izzy Haycock and Nelson that marked the game winning point for Malad, ending the game 25-10.

Commenting on the games of the week, Head Coach Camie Tripp shared, “That Bear Lake win was HUGE! We learned a lot about ourselves in that one, but the main take

away is that when our court energy is high, we’re really good, and when our court energy is low, we’re not very good.

“But I loved how the girls were able to bounce back after two tough losses, and control that 5th set solidly for our first 13 points… We do need to work on closing hard by “playing to win” rather than playing timid with a “play not to lose” mindset, but I was so proud of them for figuring out how to get the win!”

Highlighting players that had crucial moments in the games, Coach Tripp continued, “On Wednesday, Quincee was amazing with her serving. She absolutely wrecked them, and it was impressive to watch. On Thursday, Liv was a beast. They had NO answer for her and it was fun to watch her cook! Our defense was amazing both nights… Paityn has been awesome at Libero and Izzy is always so steady and solid!

“I’m super proud of them… it was a lot of good, fun volleyball… our fans definitely got their money’s worth!” she concluded.

Looking ahead at their upcoming schedule, the Lady Dragons will play at home as they host the West Side Pirates for their first district game of the season on Wednesday, September 10 before traveling to play in Aberdeen the following night.

Lady Dragons take narrow losses on soccer field

BY ALLISON ELIASON

The Lady Dragon soccer team spent their week on the road, taking on opponents in St. Anthony and American Falls. Both the South Fremont Cougars and the American Falls Beavers bested the MHS team on the scoreboard, but the final score wasn’t a tell all of the game. In their game against the Cougars, the toughest blow dealt was the loss of one of their senior players that has played a crucial role on their team. Head Coach Sherry Blaisdell shared, “Last week was quite the whirlwind! We had a really rough Tuesday with our senior striker getting seriously injured and needing surgery.”

South Fremont jumped to a 3-0 lead in the first half of the game.

The Lady Dragons made adjustments as they came back into the second half of the game to hold the Cougars to just one additional goal. Unfortunately, they were never able to connect with the net, the final score set 0-4 to end the game.

Thursday, September 4, Malad faced the American Falls Beavers, a tough opponent that has historically been very physical and aggressive. This matchup was no different. The Beavers came out strong, tapping in 3 goals in the opening half. The Lady Dragons were able to punch in a successful goal in the first half to only trail American Falls by 2 as they went into the half.

Malad outscored American Falls throughout the second half, racking in 4 goals while their opponents only had 2. With the game tied, it

looked as if the game might end in a draw. Both teams were determined for one more score on the offensive end while trying to hold the team scoreless on the defensive end.

Late in the second half, the Beavers managed to slip one more goal to finally pull ahead, Malad trailing 5-6.

The defeat was disappointing but the successful goals, outscoring the Beavers in the second half, and only holding them to 6 goals was a win in its own way. The goals against American Falls were all scored by different players, another great achievement by the MHS team.

Coach Blasidell said, “The girls came back to play harder than ever before on Thursday against AF. We have a lot of girls willing to go all the way and score, which is awesome. The coaches could

In the mix at the Cardinal Classic

BY ALLISON ELIASON

It was a remarkable sight to roll-up to the Kelly Park Nordic Ski Trails in Soda Springs, Idaho, the venue of the 2025 Cardinal Classic Cross Country meet, as thousands of participants, coaches, staff and fans swarmed the course. The meet featured nearly 1,800 runners from 46 teams across the six high school and middle school races. The teams ranged from 1A to 6A schools across Idaho, Wyoming, and Utah. The high volume of racers and tough course made for a highly competitive meet, a challenge the Malad XC team met head on.

The Soda Springs race staff touted the Cardinal Classic race as a “true cross country” race with a course that features trails, a 3/4 mile incline and a beautiful view as they run through the forested site. The race began on an

open stretch of grass but quickly narrowed into a trail that looped around Kelly Park. The narrowing trail forced the runners to break out hard to stay at the head of the pack before passing became difficult on the tight trails. But expending too much energy too soon would make for a difficult climb on the upcoming steep rise, aptly named “Heartbreak Hill.”

Having previously run on the course, the MHS XC was well prepared for the demanding race. As the results came in, more than half of the team outpaced their previous times on the same course from 2024. Head Coach Tia Talbot shared, “We are so proud of all these kids accomplished today. They have worked hard and the results show it. Over half of the kids ran 30 seconds to almost 2:30 minutes faster than this same week last year.”

The Lady Dragon XC team placed

12th overall, but came in 2nd against all other 3A teams. Aezlyn Summers ran across the finish line in 20th place out of 222 racers with a time of 21:09.08. Coming to finish in similar fashion, Jace Nalder placed 21st out of 257 racers at a time of 17:20.96 to lead the Malad men’s team. The MHS team took 10th place overall but managed to beat out all other 3A teams in the race.

Somerli Nalder, running her debut race on the women’s varsity team, set the lone PR of the day at 25:29.33.

The team is looking forward to their next competition set for Friday, September 12 in Idaho Falls. The Tiger/ Grizz Invitational meet will be held at Freeman Park, a course mostly of grass but also features some pavement, gravel and sand, with two wooden bridge crossings. The runners will face some elevation, the most difficult hills in the last 1.2 miles.

not be more proud of how hard the girls played!”

The loss of an injured player can be devastating to a team, especially one with great talent and experience. But with determined players, they learn how to adapt and make the best of the situation, much like the Lady Dragons did this last week. Coach Blasidell commented on her team, “Many girls had to switch positions to fill our spot at starting striker, and they stepped up to the plate!”

Malad will have a big week as they host three games in the upcoming week. First they will take on the Marsh Valley Eagles on Tuesday, September 9. Then Thursday they will go up against the Snake River Panthers before playing the Firth Cougars on Saturday morning.

In what looks to be another amazing season, the Lady Dragons came out roaring!

MHS shows great signs despite loss to Ririe

BY ALLISON ELIASON

Friday night football returned to Malad September 5 as the MHS Dragons held their opening home game as they hosted the Ririe Bulldogs. Malad came up short on the scoreboard, but also tallied up a fumble recovery, 160 yards rushing, 85 yards passing, with both a rushing and passing touchdown.

Despite the loss, the late summer night game turned out to be a great start for the team’s homefield contests. Head Coach Brady Price shared, “I was really happy with the way the offense played against Ririe. I know that the point total doesn’t show it but I thought we really got in a good rhythm and were moving the ball. I know it’s tough after a loss, but I was really proud of the way we were playing against them.”

The Dragons kicked off to the Bulldogs, Ririe making slow but steady progress moving the ball down the middle of the field on their opening drive. On another drive up the middle as they were nearing the endzone, Drake Morrison hit the Ririe ball carrier, the ball bouncing out ahead of them. The landing just before him, Easton Green dove to take possession of the football before Ririe could recover the turnover.

The MHS offense took the field but couldn’t quite get things in motion to convert on their first drive of

the game, punting the ball away after three down.

Ririe adjusted their offensive play from the running game up the middle to the outside where they were able to make quicker gains. Their new strategy led to the first score of the game, putting the Dragons behind 0-8 after the touchdown and successful two point conversion.

The Malad offense responded with successful drive of their own as they finished out the first quarter and played into the second. Morrison and Holdan Tubbs were the primary ball carriers for the Dragons but strong blocks by Justin Toone and Kurt Ward, well placed passes by quarterback Green, and even smartly executed fake handoffs by Chase Martin helped march the team down the field.

Just before the first quarter ended, Green called for the ball and rolled out of the pocket for space to throw. Looking downfield, he found Morrison open and connected with the pass. Morrison pushed on another 10 yards before being brought down at the 5 yard line.

It took multiple goes for the Dragons to break across the goal line. On third and goal, Green feigned a handoff to Morrison, only to have Tubbs come up behind to take the ball and break through the defensive line for the touch down. The point after touchdown attempt was unsuccess-

ful, putting the score at 6-8. Ririe’s offense was undeterred by the score, running the ball down the field over a number of plays before scoring a second touchdown and PAT for the night. Kicking off after the score, the Bulldogs booted a short onside kick, catching the Dragons off guard and recovered the kick to return their offense to the field.

While the back to back offensive go’s for the Bulldogs was frustrating, the MHS defense stepped up to the task. Ririe attempted a series of passing plays that the Dragon defenders rushed and frustrated, led in part by Toone, Holden, and Braxden Kaufman, resulting in a complete shut down of their forward progress.

But readjusting back to the run, the Bulldogs found their way into the endzone once again. Martin and Parker Price thwarted the PAT attempt, landing the score at 6-22. The Bulldogs would score once more behind time would expire in the second quarter, ending the half 6-30.

Coming into the third quarter, the Dragons received the kickoff, moving the football into Bulldog territory, but came up short on a scoring drive. Ririe’s first drive of the half ended in another score, capped off with a field goal to put them up 6-37.

Keeping the ball to start the fourth quarter, Malad strung together a series of plays to bring them down the field, knocking on the endzone. Ky

MHS Rodeo Season kicks off

BY ALLISON ELIASON

District 9 High School Rodeo was once again in Malad as they kicked off their fall season. The two day rodeo event featured more Oneida County cowboys and cowgirls than it has had the previous years, true competitors in all their events. Despite losing some graduating seniors, the upcoming freshmen have done well to fill the ranks and bring a little talent of their own to the arena.

On the Malad High School Rodeo team this is Karsen Thornock, Oaklynn Martin, Payton Johnson, Bella Smith, Mikell Keetch, Bronson Smith, Rusty Foy, Alex Marshall, Ruger Smith, Oak Smith, Krey Keetch, Colter Bennett, Rawzen Munns, and Carter Kimball.

The events they will compete in this season include:

Karsen Thornock- barrel racing, breakaway roping, and pole bending

Oaklynn Martin- barrel racing, breakaway roping, and pole bending Payton Johnson- barrel racing and pole bending

Bella Smith- barrel racing, breakaway roping, pole bending and team roping

Mikell Keetch- barrel racing, breakaway roping, goat tying, and team roping

Bronson Smith- bull riding, saddle bronc, steer wrestling, team roping, and tie down roping Rusty Foy- bull riding

Alex Marshall- steer wrestling, team roping, and tie down roping Colter Bennett-steer wrestling, team roping, and tie down roping Oak Smith- steer wrestling, team roping, and tie down roping Ruger Smith- steer wrestling,

team roping, and tie down roping Rawzen Munns- Steer Wrestling and tie down roping Kimball Carter- team roping Krey Keetch- team roping

The line up for the Malad 20252026 rodeo team has a lot of talent and experience. Colter Bennett and Alex Marshall returned this summer from competing in the HS National rodeo where they both made it to the short go round. Ruger Smith competed in the 2024 National rodeo and was just short of the 2025 competition. Bronson Smith just came off an incredible year in the JHSRA, competing in the national finals in saddle bronc, chute dogging, bareback, and calf roping to land in the top 20 in each of these events.

The opening rodeo weekend started in a big way for the Oneida County cowboys and cowgirls as they tallied a combined total of 20 top 10 placings to earn them individual points that will be added to their final scores at the end of the spring rodeo season. If this rodeo is any indicator as to what the rest of the season will look like for Malad rodeo, it is sure to be an exciting rodeo trail.

District 9 High School Rodeo

September, 5, 2025 Malad, Idaho

Friday Results

BARREL RACING

5. THORNOCK, KARSEN 18.820

8. MARTIN, OAKLYNN 18.984

9. JOHNSON, PAYTON 19.001

SMITH, BELLA 24.030

KEETCH, MIKELL 24.890

BREAKAWAY ROPING

1. SMITH, BELLA 2.960

MARTIN, OAKLYNN 4.730

THORNOCK, KARSEN 5.210

KEETCH, MIKELL NT

BULL RIDING

1. SMITH, BRONSON 58.0

2. FOY, RUSTY 55.0

GOAT TYING

4. KEETCH, MIKELL 9.580

POLE BENDING

7. JOHNSON, PAYTON 23.311

SMITH, BELLA 25.450

THORNOCK, KARSEN 27.640

SADDLE BRONC

SMITH, BRONSON NT

STEER WRESTLING

1. MARSHALL, ALEX 5.840

2. SMITH, BRONSON 6.080

3. BENNETT, COLTER 7.210

6. SMITH, OAK 9.080

8. SMITH, RUGER NT

9. MUNNS, RAWZEN NT

TEAM ROPING

2. SMITH, RUGER (HD) & SMITH, OAK (HL) 7.150

CARTER, KIMBALL (HD) & UDY, CLANCEY (HL) 17.350

SMITH, BELLA (HD) & SMITH, BRONSON (HL) 21.600

WARR, KANYON (HD) & MARSHALL, ALEX (HL) NT

KEETCH, MIKELL (HD) & KEETCH, KREY (HL) NT

BENNETT, COLTER (HD) & SMITH, ZEB (HL) NT

TIE DOWN ROPING

1. SMITH, OAK 11.710

2. SMITH, BRONSON 12.430

SMITH, RUGER NT

KEETCH, KREY NT

BENNETT, COLTER NT MUNNS, RAWZEN NT

Saturday Results

BARREL RACING

4. THORNOCK, KARSEN 18.813

5. JOHNSON, PAYTON 18.849

6. KEETCH, MIKELL 18.893

Willie made a big play as he scooped up a perfectly placed pass from Green for 17 yards, getting the first down and stirring up a little momentum for the Dragons. Morrison followed with another gain for Malad, Toone creating a large hole for him to make his way through.

The MHS team found themselves on fourth and short. Instead of a short punch across the line of scrimmage, Green stepped back for the pass. Martin, on the right edge of the field, took off down the field into the Bulldog defense before breaking toward the center of the field. With one defender following him and one coming across to meet him, Martin turned back to catch the long throw from green for another Dragon touchdown. The followed with a final scoring drive for the night to end the game 12-44.

“Ririe is a very tough team and really has a great chance in playing in the State championship this year,” commented Coach Price. He continued, “I thought our team really came out well against them. We had a few bad things happen back to back in the 2nd quarter that really made the game difficult for us. Except for those few minutes, I was really proud of the way we were playing against them.”

The MHS team will take their game on the road as they play the 4A American Falls Beavers on Friday, September 12.

MARTIN, OAKLYNN 25.316

SMITH, BELLA 37.965

BREAKAWAY ROPING

2. SMITH, BELLA 3.650

4. MARTIN, OAKLYNN 3.810

5. KEETCH, MIKELL 4.300 THORNOCK, KARSEN NT

BULL RIDING

2. FOY, RUSTY 54.0

3. SMITH, BRONSON NT

GOAT TYING

3. KEETCH, MIKELL 9.670 POLE BENDING

BELLA 23.602

SADDLE BRONC 1. SMITH, BRONSON 53.0 STEER WRESTLING

COLTER NT

RAWZEN NT

BRONSON NT

ROPING

SMITH, RUGER (HD) & SMITH, OAK (HL) 12.420

WARR, KANYON (HD) & MARSHALL, ALEX (HL) 15.640

KIMBALL (HD) & UDY, CLANCEY (HL) NT KEETCH, MIKELL (HD) & KEETCH, KREY (HL) NT BENNETT, COLTER (HD) & SMITH, ZEB (HL) NT

BELLA (HD) & SMITH, BRONSON (HL) NT TIE DOWN ROPING

SMITH, OAK 12.400

SMITH, RUGER 13.830

COLTER NT SMITH, BRONSON NT MUNNS, RAWZEN NT

Ririe is a powerhouse team, and MHS showed a lot of solid promi se in their meeting.

The Dragons take on American Falls this weekend in AF.