Enterprise The Idaho
Oneida County's News Since 1879 Malad City, Idaho
Sept. 21, 2023 |Vol. 143 No. 38
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NEWS IN BRIEF F-35 Wreckage found
Homecoming Royalty makes an amazing entrance at Friday's game. Blaiz Wright, Brookelyn Daniels, Baylor Bean, Brynlee Bastian, Ryan Hubbard and Preslie Bennett
Dragons Come Home!
Parade, Sports, and Student Activities highlight busy week Homecoming has a special place in the hearts of those who grew up in the valley. It’s a time for old friends to reconnect, as this weekend’s Class of 1973 reunion demonstrates. It’s a time for younger students to see how strongly the community supports its students and its traditions, and of course it’s a time for current MHS students to build long-lasting memories of their high school years they will take with them into the rest of their lives. Malad has a reputation as a place with a strong hometown call, and as that call went out it was responded to loudly. Over the week, students participated in a number of events, including an after
hours party at the Drive-In, PowderPuff football, Penny Wars, themed days, a Tailgate party, a bonfire, and more. For reports on the activities of Homecoming Week at the High School, please see the Dragon Doings section of the paper on page 9. The candy-filled parade took the student floats through town, as well as those featuring students groups, organizations, and teams. Images from the parade can be found on page 11. Friday’s marquee event more than lived up to expectations, as the Dragons earned a hard fought victory over the West Jefferson Panthers 22-14 after several
“Momfluencer” faces more charges
1st place float by Malad's Junior Class
critical plays on both sides of the ball. The Homecoming Royalty made an unusual entrance onto the field at halftime, with the Queen, Duchess, and Princess landing at midfield in a helicop-
ter. A full slate of sports were held during the week as well. For more coverage of the Football game and other sports events, see page 12.
Constitution Day honored in Malad
Even Founding Fathers need to eat
Constitution Day was observed in Oneida County at the City Park on Saturday (the official national day falling on a Sunday this year). The day was first officially recognized in 2005 to commemorate the day in 1787 when 39 delegates to the Constitutional Convention signed the nation’s lasting founding document. Prior to that point, the official name had been Citizenship Day, and it was celebrated in May. The current law recognizing the day states that civic and educational institutions should provide information about the Constitution on the day of the observance. The organizers of the event at the park took it as their mission to provide that education. During the event, the crowd was treated to the words of Patrick Henry (Tamen Whipple), the thoughts of George Washington (Ben
Anderson), and Benjamin Franklin (Farley Anderson), as well as the patriotic musicianship of Kathryn Fossum, Christie Oja, Danielle Pettis, Caroline Whipple, and Hannah Anderson. The event closed with the solemn retiring of flags by the American Legion Ernest W. Jones Post 65. Although there are many national days recognizing important parts of American history, Constitution Day is the only one that specifically highlights the importance of the document itself, which is the critical cornerstone of American democracy. After an invocation by Pastor Jack Harwell of the Victory Baptist Church and introductory music by Lee Ivie, the Interfaith Council and Republican Committee served hot dogs and chips CONSTITUTION DAY On Page 10
INSIDE THE ENTERPRISE THIS WEEK Walkability in the City............................Pg.2 Code Enforcement Officer...................Pg.4 Looking Back........................................Pg.5
(CNN) A debris field was found and identified Monday as the remains of an F-35 fighter jet that went missing a day earlier near Charleston, South Carolina, after its pilot ejected, according to the Marine Corps and a defense official with knowledge of the search. The debris field is approximately two hours northeast of Joint Base Charleston. JB Charleston, which led the search, “is transferring incident command to the USMC this evening, as they begin the recovery process,” the Marine Corps said in a news release. On Sunday, the pilot ejected safely after a “mishap” involving the jet and was taken to a local medical facility in stable condition. Following three “Class-A aviation mishaps” over the past six weeks, the Marine Corps ordered a pause in flight operations. The pause, ordered by Acting Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Eric Smith, will last two days, according to Marine Corps spokesperson Maj. Jim Stenger. During that time, all aviation units within the service will review safe flight operations, ground safety, maintenance and flight procedures, and the maintaining of combat readiness.
Puzzles...............................................................Pg.6 Homecoming Parade............................................Pg.11 Sports.....................................................................Pg.12
Kouri Richins, the Utah woman accused of killing her husband with a fentanyl overdose and then writing a children’s book about grief, is accused of witness tampering, according to court documents obtained by CNN. Richins faces murder and drug charges for allegedly poisoning Eric Richins with an overdose of fentanyl given to him in a drink the night he died. She has not yet entered a plea in the case and remains in custody. Documents sent to family members with instructions on presenting false testimony were recently discovered, leading to the additional charges.
Remember to Stop for Buses
Training Supervisor for Pocatello School District 25 recently released a statement detailing the alarming rise in drivers failing to observe bus arm warnings. According to Steed, violations in the city average more than 20 a week. “This year it’s been really bad,” she said. The same problem has been observed in Oneida County, with several violations a week at a minimum. Drivers are reminded by local law enforcement that drivers found to have violated the school bus arm law will be cited and fined. Many drivers are distracted by phones or text messages, which can also be a moving violation. Take the time to plan trips, even around town, with some leeway and remain vigilant and observant while driving for everyone’s safety.
FFA Auction set for October 2
The FFA’s annual fundraising auction will be held on October 2 from 5:30-8:00 p.m. at the Oneida County Event Center. FFA Alumni and Sponsors are hosting the event, which will include a Taco dinner at the price of a donation to the cause. Many items will be featured in a silent auction, and the Live Auction for a number of amazing items will begin at 7:00 p.m. The event is a very important fundraiser for the FFA, and all of the proceeds go back to FFA members for needed materials, travel, and other necessities. Come support your local FFA!