Enterprise The Idaho
Caribou County
Caribou County's Newspaper Since 2024
Caribou County, Idaho
April 2, 2026 | Vol. 3 No. 14
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NEWS IN BRIEF Final Four Set
Scenes of controlled chaos at last year's Easter Egg Hunt at the Fairgrounds in Grace. This year at 10am Saturday.
Easter Events this weekend Easter events of both the devotional and candy variety are scheduled around the valley this weekend, with Holy Week services of various kinds, as well as Easter Egg hunts to keep people busy. This is a compiled list of some of those activities, though there are certainly others likely being held as well. Easter Egg Hunts Caribou County Fairgrounds in Grace The annual tradition in Grace hits a 20 year milestone this year, as April 4 at 10am is the start time for the Easter Egg Hunt across the lawns on the fairgrounds in Grace. The event, which is designated for kids from crawling up to sixth grade, is divided into age-appropriate sections, and filled with hundreds and hundreds of eggs. The Easter bunny is generally on hand, as are an insane number of kids, based on past experience. The hunt is sponsored by companies and individuals from all across Caribou County, including A-Plus Automotive, Black Canyon Motel, Caribou Ford, Grace Chamber of Commerce, Ireland Bank, Lallatin’s Food Town, London Drug, Mike and Teresa Farnworth, Patterson Quick Stop, Rigby Plumbing and Heating, Shawn and
Dani Farworth, Valley Implement, Mountain States Insurance, and more.
Bancroft The community Easter Egg Hunt for Bancroft will take place at 10:30am at the church lawn across from the high school. As always, it’s a great time to spend time with friends and neighbors on what will hopefully be a nice spring morning. Soda Sip The 6th annual Soda Sip Easter Egg Hunt will be held on the lawn behind Soda Sip in Soda Springs, starting at 11 am. Sponsors include Dirtbag Ranch, Carol Perkins, and Heritage Senior Living. The event has continued to grow over those years, and last year saw armies of children fill the lawn waiting for the signal to start grabbing eggs. The Alley A “Glow in the Dark” Easter Egg Hunt is scheduled for April 3 and 4, from 12-5pm at the bowling alley in Soda Springs. The event will be suitable for young kids, and represents a different take on the concept. Church Services The “Living Christ” Open House
will be run for a final two days on April 1 and 2 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 pm at the Church house on Niter Bench Road just south of Grace. The event is open to everyone. Easter services as scheduled by wards. The First Presbyterian Church in Soda Springs at 109 S 1st St E will be holding an ecumenical Good Friday Service at 7 pm Friday, and an Easter Service at 10:30 am. St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Soda Springs and in the region Father Antony will not be able to attend each service in each of the areas, but the Holy Week schedule starting Thursday is as follows: April 2 in Lava Hot Springs at 7pm; Good Friday services—Malad 4 pm, Montpelier 4 pm, Soda Springs 6 pm, Lava Hot Springs 6 pm. Preston 7 pm; Easter Vigil Saturday April 4—Malad 3 pm, Soda Springs 7 pm; Easter Sunday—Soda Springs 8:30 am, Montpelier 11 am, Preston 2 pm. Caribou Bible Church at 290 E 1st N in Soda Springs will have a Good Friday service at 6:30 pm, a Saturday service at 6:30 pm, and Easter Sunday Services at 8:30 and 10:30 am. There will be Easter egg hunts after each Easter service.
School Board 150 talks coaches and music Last week, the trustees of Soda Springs School District 150 met for a regular meeting that turned out to be more than standing room only, with an annex worth of people outside the board room in the parking lot for much of the meeting. In addition to the report from Soda Springs HS FFCLA students who will be going to Nationals, along with Sierra Muir who will be doing the same for Speech and Debate, the preponderance of people were in attendance for two points of discussion, the recent dismissal of basketball coach Tom Fueschsel, and cuts to the district’s music program. In regards to the first matter, Coach Fuechsel spoke to the board about a recent decision to terminate his employment as a result of policy violations regarding the handling of money donated to the team for travel and eating expenses, which, it was stated during the meeting, was used directly for purchases, rather than being processed through the school first. While the matter itself might potentially have been resolved with a different outcome, a social media post by Coach Fuechsel was deemed to be another violation of the employee rules of conduct by the board and a discussion of the matter was held, though there did not appear to be a change in the outcome. It was noted by board members as well as members of the audience that while the policies were available to employees by way of the handbook, and there was a tacit acknowledgement that employees were familiar with those policies, additional training could help prevent similar incidents in the future. That approach was one suggested by Fuechsel himself, although Board Chairman Steven Barker stated that the social media post that had occurred early on during the
The Board meeting room was filled past capacity last week for a busy meeting.
situation had created a different set of circumstances that were not as easily remedied. Debbie Hansen, musician and educator with School District 150, spoke on another issue that brought in a crowd of people, including many students from the music program. It was recently determined that the music program within the district would be scaled back under the current budgetary conditions. Hansen spoke on behalf of the music community both at large and at the high school/ middle school, and read from a prepared statement, which is reprinted in this edition. Hansen’s points were seemingly well-received by the board, members of which expressed sympathy with Hansen’s position, but again pointed to resources as the primary cause of the program reduction.
IN THIS EDITION Coming Events.....................................Pg. 2 Legislative Updates..............................Pg. 3 Pet Corner............................................Pg. 4
Puzzles................................................Pg. 5 Obituary...............................................Pg. 9 Sports......................................... Pgs. 11-12
The 2026 NCAA Tournament Final Four features Arizona Wildcats, Michigan Wolverines, UConn Huskies, and Illinois Fighting Illini, each advancing with impressive Elite Eight performances. Arizona secured its spot by defeating Purdue 79–64, using a strong second half to pull away after a close start. Michigan delivered one of the most dominant wins of the round, overwhelming Tennessee 95–62 behind a massive scoring run and balanced offense. UConn advanced in dramatic fashion with a narrow 73–72 victory over Duke, relying on clutch plays in the final moments to survive a tightly contested game. Illinois earned its place by beating Iowa 71–59, controlling the tempo and executing efficiently on both ends of the floor. Together, these teams represent a mix of dominant wins and thrilling finishes heading into the national semifinals. The game will take place Saturday (4/4), with the Championship Monday 4/6.
No Kings and CPAC over the weekend
The “No Kings” protests in Idaho have drawn attention as part of a broader movement expressing concern over perceived government overreach and other issues. Demonstrators gathered in several cities, including thousands in Boise, hundreds in Pocatello, and Idaho Falls, and dozens in smaller communities, carrying signs and chanting slogans emphasizing equality, constitutional rights, and opposition to authoritarianism. The protests were largely peaceful, with participants ranging from grassroots activists to families and students. Organizers framed the events as a call to defend democratic institutions and ensure that no individual or office holds unchecked power. Local officials monitored the gatherings but reported minimal disruptions or arrests, as of Sunday night. Community reactions were mixed, with some residents supporting the message while others questioned its framing or necessity. Overall, the protests reflected ongoing political engagement in Idaho, highlighting how national debates about governance and power continue to resonate at the local level. CPAC (the Conservative Political Action Conference) took place over the weekend as well, with the notable absence of President Trump or family members, who are generally a large draw at the event.
Weather continues to make up its mind
The weather forecast for southeast Idaho over the coming week shows a noticeable shift from mild spring conditions to cooler, wetter weather before improving again. Early in the week, temperatures are relatively warm, with highs near 70°F and partly sunny skies on Sunday, followed by breezy and mostly cloudy conditions on Monday. Midweek conditions turn wetter, with steady rain likely on Wednesday and Thursday along with cooler highs in the upper 40s to upper 50s. Winds may also be gusty at times. Toward the end of the week, precipitation tapers off, skies begin to clear, and temperatures gradually rebound into the 50s and low 60s, signaling a return to calmer spring weather.