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January 6, 2022 |Vol. 142 No. 01
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2021 YEAR IN REVIEW
One of the major issues throughout 2021 was the prospect of county growth. While the influx of new residents into the valley hasn’t been massive, it has been noticeable. School enrollment numbers have rebounded from 2020, and suggest a growing younger population. Housing developments have become a subject of discussion at Planning and Zoning meetings, and have intersected with a new Development Code put into place by the County over the course of the year. A distinction between different types and sizes of subdivisions created some growing pains for developers looking to bring new housing possibilities into the valley. Among them, the subdivision proposed by Brad Hess on Highway 38 became the focal point of discussions about the approval process for what are termed “major subdivisions” (a lot with more than 4 splits from the original parcel), as opposed to “minor subdivisions.” Over the course of the year, the process itself, as well as the effect of the City’s “Impact Zone” became major points of discussion. The “Impact Zone” refers to the area
outside the city limits where the city anticipates growth moving forward, which affects the zoning approval process for both the city and the county. As a result of the confusion experienced while transitioning from the county’s older Development Code to the new one, the city and county have planned to meet more frequently to discuss the current state of the Impact Zone and other zoning issues. Growth also made itself felt in the City itself, as the property south of the City Park also became a topic of discussion, with a number of proposals for its future use. Currently, there are several possibilities for development under consideration. The City’s Wastewater facilities are scheduled to be updated and expanded, as is the county’s trash collection, which will now become a multi-county endeavor under the IDAWY shared landfill out of county. As the year ends, a number of projects—most immediately the renovation of Bannock street—which had been proposed and developed over the year are ready to begin or near completion after the winter ebbs, allowing for construction.
State of the County The following reports were submitted by county individuals in charge of the various departments under the purview of the County Board of Commissioners. ASSESSOR’S OFFICE The staff in the Assessor’s office worked really hard this year to do our jobs and to keep up with the ever-changing needs of the county. We physically inspected about 20% of the parcels in the county. County wide, our overall values went up about 18%. Our improved values went up an average of 30-35%. We had 27 improvements (homes and buildings) put on our Occupancy roll for this year with a value of $4,413,120 being added to our total assessed value. There are several more homes and buildings being built. We had more deeds processed this year than usual as it seemed everyone was buying and selling property. In our Motor Vehicle department, we have shortened the time it takes to do our transactions in the new system the state developed. Although a lot of the bugs have been worked out, there are still some issues that are being resolved. We thank everyone for their patience with that. We also got the new Parks and Recreation system brought in to the office so that we can issue stickers again. Parks & Recreation have added a new 2-year sticker for recreational vehicles. We were excited to have Janet Hoskins join our
staff due to an open position. She is a great asset to the Assessor’s Office. 4-CASI FOUR COUNTY ALLIANCE OF SOUTHEASTERN IDAHO Brief overview of economic development in Oneida County: Over the last couple years there have been Idaho Gem grants that have benefited businesses in our county. Western Fabrication awarded a grant of $40,000 for upgrading power to their new facility. CJ's Travel Stop on exit 3, received a grant to improve the frontage road leading to their business. Economic development is challenging for rural communities and metro areas as well. As an economic development organization, (4 CASI) Four County Alliance of S.E. Idaho has been successful in supporting the local businesses and helping manufacturers and other businesses improve and expand, which means more employment of local residents, which increases our tax base. Sincerely Oneida County Clerk Overall, this past year has been good. My deputy clerks in the courts and in the auditor/recorder office have stepped up to the challenge of helping citizens in this new and changing enSTATE OF THE COUNTY On Page 2
Precipitation
Speaking of winter, last year’s January 14th issue reported on the low precipitation totals for 2020, which have already been beaten for 2021 without December fully reported yet…though not by much. 2020 had a final precipitation total of 12.33 inches, while 2021 reported 13.18 excluding December (the unofficial precipitation number for December is 1.75 inches). Considering the snowfall over the last several weeks, it’s likely that the total will end up being above the Mean precipitation for the valley since 2001 of 14.33 inches. The increase isn’t enough to radically change the outlook for this year in terms of water storage, but it’s worth noting that there is an increase, rather than a decrease. A temperature forecast for 2022 has not been released by the National Weather Service yet, but last year’s totals are in, and if you thought it was hotter you weren’t imagining it. The average temperature over 2021 was 48.7, up from 47.4 the prior year, but not as high as the stand out years of 2015 or 2000, with average temperatures in the 50s. July was 2021’s hottest month, with
a temperature average of 76.5, and the coldest month was January, with a 26.4 average. The latter seems likely on its way to repeating itself, as temperatures have so far been extremely cold the first few days of the year.
Fires
With cold at one end of the spectrum, high summer temperatures represent the other, and with them, the perennial threat of wildfires. Wildfires across the region played a big part in the air quality of the valley during many of the summer months as the US experienced one of the worst fire seasons on record. Large fires in Oregon, California, Washington, and northern Idaho filled our part of the state with weeks worth of constant, low-lying smoke. In July, the Governor declared a state of emergency and mobilized the National Guard to aid firefighters in Idaho and surrounding states. By the end of August, the fires had mostly died down across the west, but surely promise to return with the hot weather. 2021 YEAR IN REVIEW On Page 3
State of the City By Mayor Joan Hawkins In the spring of 2022, construction will begin on the new Malad City Wastewater System. The process has been long and arduous. The City is grateful for their engineers, JUB, under the direction of Alan Giesbrecht and Jon Farrell. The JUB team also includes Matt Uranga, a lagoon and land application expert. The superintendent and crew noticed problems at the present lagoons as early as 2010. In 2015, the City received a planning grant by the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). Since then, JUB has investigated the system and developed a plan for the City. Building a new system is expensive. In working with DEQ, and in looking at all of the alternatives, which included trying to “fix” the present lagoon system, JUB has developed a plan that will meet the needs of Malad City for the future – and which the mayor and council believe is the best plan for the City. However, infrastructure cannot just be built and then ignored. To keep a system viable, it must be upgraded and improved consistently to follow federal and state guidelines and to continue to meet the needs of the citizens. Sewer rates had to be dramatically raised in order to pay for the system and for the future operation. We understand that this is a burden for many of our citizens; however, after conducting a rate study and following guidelines of Rural De-
velopment, the rate increase was not as much as initially expected. Because of the pandemic, the cost of construction materials increased considerably. The low bid was $3,000,000 over the projected cost. Rural Development has committed funds, and there is still a chance of a further grant from the Army Corps of Engineers. At this time, we don’t know how much of the $3,000,000 will be grant funds and how much will be a loan that will have to be paid back. We are hoping that another raise in rates will not be necessary to pay for this system. In any event, the City will raise rates slowly over the years so that another large increase should not have to be requested. Even so, it is impossible to see into the future. We are planning as best we can, with the information that we have, and the mayor and council have tried to be cognizant of the financial and physical well-being of our citizens. The new system will take two years to complete, including construction and seepage testing. In the meantime, the City will continue to use the old lagoons and systematically bring in the new system. On a brighter note, the City was awarded grants by the Idaho Department of Commerce and the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation for a new reSTATE OF THE CITY On Page 8
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citizens manning our polling locations it would be near imvironment created by the pan- possible to conduct an election. Their efforts are invaludemic. The Courts have currently able. NOTE: Preparations are unbeen operating with COVID restrictions imposed by the derway for the mid-term elecSupreme Court to help pro- tions slated for 2022. The Pritect patrons and staff. This has mary election will take place been facilitated through Zoom on May 17 and the General conferencing. While we have election will be held on Nobecome very efficient with vember 8th. Mark your calenimplementing this process, dar and come vote. the Court is looking forward EMERGENCY SERVICES This year Oneida County, to less restrictions for the coming year and, hopefully, with the help of Jean Thommore face-to-face interaction as, was able to secure a grant with those participating in from (IOEMA). Idaho Office Court hearings. Also, because of Emergency Management of the COVID restrictions, for $21,435.to be used to upall of the State trainings for date the Oneida County All the Court staff this year have Hazard Mitigation Plan. This been held via Zoom. We are update must be completed to looking forward to possibly keep Oneida County compligetting to attend our regular ant for future Grants from IOtrainings and learning from EMA. The plan will be comthose around the State that pleted by February 2022. This year the county made perform the same Court duties the following purchases from that we do. The Court has not been (SHSP) State Homeland Seable to hold regular Jury Tri- curity Program grant funding: als due to the pandemic. The Propane generator and Jury Trials have been continually rescheduled in hopes of propane tank installed at holding them at a later date. North Canyon Repeater site. When allowed, these will be $11,994. Two Ham Radio's for High held in such a fashion to protect the prospective jurors and School and mobile Ham Club trial participants. The Courts trailer. $938. Batteries and other equipare looking forward to an amazing and prosperous new ment replaced at North Canyear!!!! (provided by Coun- yon Repeater Site $6,144. Message Sign Board for ty Chief Deputy Diane SkidOneida County Road Departmore) Financially the county ment $16,050. Thermal Imager for Oneihas fared very well this past year. State revenues were up da Fire Department truck slightly allowing most coun- $7,725. With special (ARPA) Amerty financial funds the ability to move closer to their ide- ican Recovery Plan Act monal reserve amounts used in ey a Quad Band Radio was purchased for the Shertimes of emergency. Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT), a iff's Department at a 50/50 program administered by the match cost. $5,779. Federal Government to help ONEIDA COUNTY R&B counties that contain Federal 2021 ACCOMPLISHMENTS Oneida County Road & Land, was funded once again helping the county move clos- Bridge’s accomplishments for er to the realization of adding the 2021 year included blading an elevator to the east side of 277 miles of road, dustguarding 61.22 miles of gravel road, the court house. This past year has been rel- chip sealing 21.25 miles as atively quiet for elections, es- well as fog sealing 19.8 miles pecially when compared to the of asphalt. Oneida County presidential elections in 2020. once again worked in coopA Library trustee election was eration with Franklin County held in May with three candi- during the chipping process dates vying for two positions. as this gives them the needed A Malad City council election manpower to keep up with the was conducted in November oil spreader and complete the with six candidates vying for work in a timely manner. During the chipping seatwo positions. We are pleased to see the interest people are son, Oneida County Road & taking in their community by Bridge was able to complete running for office. A commu- the $100,000 grant project nity involved is a community awarded as an LRHIP Conaiming for success. The Fire struction Grant for the Northdistrict was slated to have an ern 5 miles of Old Hwy 37, election however the incum- which completes this road bents were uncontested and from Hwy 38 to the Power therefore automatically re- County Line. A lift of gravel was put on tained their position per Idaho Election laws. I would like the Juniper Road and an agreeto give a special thanks to all ment was made with Pilot of our poll workers past and Gold to help Oneida County present. Without these great maintain the roads that will be Continued from front page
used in their mineral exploration activities. We completed the prep work for asphalt on the road East of Hess Pumice that connects to 300 East. We plan to lay down asphalt with the new laydown machine purchased in conjunction with Franklin County, who will assist us in the project. VETERANS MEMORIAL/ AMERICAN LEGION The American Legion and Ladies Auxiliary of Ernest W. Jones Post #65, were busy with the following activities in 2021: 1- Performed military rites at the funerals of 11 veterans at Oneida County cemeteries. 2- Installed military markers at the foot of 8 veterans graves. 3- Sponsored a youth baseball team. 4- Presented the Memorial Day Program at the Malad City Cemetery. 5- Visited 10 cemeteries in Oneida County and northern Utah on Memorial Day to honor departed veterans. 6- Raised money to support Veteran activities by hosting Bingo twice a month, and working the food booth at the horse races. 7- Taught flag etiquette to Boy Scout Troop 1776. 8- Gave financial support to the Veterans Home in Pocatello. 9- Participated in the Veterans Day Programs at the Malad Elementary and High School. 10- Formed a committee of people in the community and Legion, to commemorate all Oneida County. ONEIDA COUNTY TREASURER (provided by Leigh Love) About this time in the Treasurer’s office, we are climbing out of the pile of checks, credit card transactions, and cash collected through the first half of the 2021 tax drive. I believe we are in good shape heading into 2022. We have worked hard this year with parcel owners that have fallen a bit behind, but as of December 30, 2021, we only have $206,981.89 in outstanding taxes. This is AMAZING! This total includes 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021 tax years. With the new legislation in regards to the homeowner’s exemption, the County Commissioners have had to cancel $4,757.86 in property taxes. However, with the money we have invested through the local government investment pool, and various CD’s, we have collected $16, 789.41 in interest, thus making 2021 a prosperous year for Oneida County. SWIMMING POOL This summer was the pool's 27th year in operation since its reopening. This year we
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taught over 400 students swimming lessons. We had 30 private pool reservations for parties that included birthday parties, family reunions, church groups, and athletic teams. We had almost 30 families but family passes and 23 individuals purchased season passes this year. We appreciate the community support that we receive at the pool and are excited for the upcoming season! Oneida County Noxious Weed Control Year End 2021 During the year of 2021, Oneida County Weed Control has sprayed over 950 acres for provate landowners, 7,622 acres of private and public land combined. Being involved in the Cooperative Weed Management Area, which includes Oneida County, Franklin County, Bannock County and Caribou County we were able to cover roughly 13,000 acres as a joint effort to reduce weeds in our area and prevent spread from the surrounding areas. Oneida County was granted money from the Idaho State Department of Agriculture to cover the chemical costs for landowners in the county, which amounted to $67,620 dollars. It is in the department’s best interest to continue helping landowners and public entities in the control of invasive species. Southeastern Idaho Public Health, Public Health Board member Bob Christophersen Our vision, mission, and purpose mirror those of Public Health at a national level, and are tailored to our local needs. Every program strives to improve quality of life in the communities we serve. In short our mission is: Every day, in every way, empowering and improving health. We achieve this mission by remaining diligent to the following five purposes: --To promote and encourage health behaviors and overall health. --To assure the quality and accessibility of health services. --To prevent epidemics and the spread of disease. --To protect against environmental hazards. --To respond to disasters and assist communities in recovery. Officials fear another wave of Covid-19 cases, and advise the public to take precautions, such as getting vaccinated, getting vaccine booster shots, wearing face masks, sanitizing hands, and avoiding large crowds. BUILDING DEPARTMENT, RHONDA NEAL 2021 Was a FABULOUS Year for the Building Department! We were able to implement the IWorkQ Program—
it helps to keep track of the Building Permits and helps better serve the Contractors and Home Owners. Also, we were able to get started on the new Development Code for Oneida County our Plan is to have everything finalized in 2022. Building permits were up in 2021 and 2022 will be off to a great start! EVENT CENTER Looking Back at 2021 Oneida County Event Center -OCEC, Rhonda Neal What a Gem for our community! As it did with most everything, Covid played havoc with the use of the Oneida County Event Center in 2021. What we discovered though, is it is perfect for social distancing. Courts, Jury selection, Public Hearings, and public meetings, could all be done with the required 6 foot distancing-because of the size of the building. Neil J Redfield Hospital utilized the building as the Covid Vaccine was rolled out to our community. The Oneida County Commissions, Oneida County Fair Board, and Oneida County Planning and Zoning found the new Conference room with all of its technology, was a bonus, Zoom calls became the standard at many meetings. The OCEC has proven itself to be the perfect set up for Elections. University of Idaho Extension office moved to the OCEC in the southwest corner of the building. Moving years of 4-H programs proved to be a major project- but to gain so much more room for the 4-H program is a plus. A $5000.00 dollar grant was awarded to the OCEC from the Idaho Community Foundation or Ifft Foundations. The money will be used for landscaping the grounds around the building. Plans are being made to best use the funds. The Oneida County Fair and Rodeo was held in August. OCEC hosted the Open Class and 4-H exhibits-rave reviews were received from all who attended. For the 1st time (maybe ever) the Legion building stood silent the night of “The Fireman’s Ball” with it being relocated to the Event Center. Whether it was a good thing or bad thing, the Fireman enjoyed the absence of packing chairs and tables up and down stairs. The Oneida County Father's are pleased with the OCEC and hope the community continues to utilize the Center. It is truly a Gem for our community. We enjoy working with the public and look forward to a great 2022.
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2021 Year in Review Continued from front page
The Splash Pad
The City’s new splash pad was a story long in the making. The first issue of 2021, January 7th, makes note of the fact the process to secure the funding and begin the construction of the water feature was underway, and hoped to begin in earnest during the spring, with a planned Memorial Day opening. The project was initiated with a grant from the Idaho Community Development Block Grant and National Parks, as well as a large fundraising effort from Malad citizens. The original bids ended up coming in too high and the bidding process was restarted. As the spring turned into summer, various preparatory aspects of the projects were undertaken by volunteers, who laid the sod and prepared the ultimate location. As the summer grew longer, issues with the state inspection process required further delays in the completion of the process. Ultimately, the pieces were finally in place for a fall opening, which allowed for a September grand opening, and the many months of “when will the splash pad open?” from kids in town to be put to rest. The nearly two months the splash pad was able to remain in operation until prudence, and the weather, necessitated turning it off were worth the wait for those who were able to enjoy its refreshing water during a hot late summer. The even better news is that the facility should have all its kinks worked out for next season. Once again “when will the splash pad open?” will be a common refrain, but this time for a much different reason!
Lighting the Walkway
Another welcome and exciting change to the City Park was the introduction of lights for the walking path. The result of another grant, the city was able to install night time lighting for segments of the walkway and basketball courts, allowing for increased security of the facility, as well as extending the hours for those looking for a central and well-maintained area for exercising. While, like the splash pad, the outdoor recreation opportunities will really hit their peak use during the warmer months, a nighttime walk through the snowy path is certainly a charming experience.
City Achievement Award
On June 17th, the project resulted in the City of Malad being awarded a City Achievement Award from the Association of Idaho Cities (AIC) in the category of Parks and Recreation. The project included a number of improvements to the city park, including baseball and basketball facilities, upgrades to the walkway, the bandshell, and a disc golf course.
Welsh Festival
One of the biggest losses for Malad over the second year of COVID-19 was the cancelling of the full Welsh festival celebration. The Welsh Festival is the flagship celebration of the community’s past, and its heritage as a Welsh pioneer valley. The festival is generally an event filled with music, food, poetry, games, art, a history pageant, and the gathering of families from around the valley, as well as a number of national and international visitors. Due to its timing this year, the event was restricted to the Poetry Festival component, held inside the stake center with social distancing. While it was a scaled C Y
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back event, it did allow for continuity of the event’s Adult Poetry Reading. A new bard for the year was not officially named, leaving the previous winner Cory Webster as the reigning Malad Valley Welsh Festival Bard. The Patsy Scott Poetry Prize, however, was awarded to John Ward, from Elko, Nevada, who grew up in Malad. The Welsh Festival Board is meeting early this year to develop a timeline. At this time, the organizers are committed to holding the event in as close to the normal fashion as possible, though unexpected developments may cause some components to be held outside.
Oneida Crisis Center and Carols Pantry
One of the area’s best resources for those in need of assistance, whether material, emotional, or otherwise, had good year. The Oneida Crisis Center was established to help provide support to those in unstable situations. In some cases, the assistance takes the form of a welcoming shelter from potentially unsafe domestic situations. In others, the Center is able to provide warm and wellness items. Carol’s Pantry serves as a community food pantry for anyone in need of food assistance. As a result of grants, the Center was able to expand its facilities in order to meet the always present needs of even more people in the community. Its Valentine’s fundraising event was a giant success, and the pantry supported several other events throughout the year, including the Suicide Awareness/Prevention Walk and others, including the Paint the Town Purple event the second week in October, which distributed lunches in promotion of Domestic Violence awareness, and saw a potentially record number of locals drive through the parking lot next to the City Park.
Changes at the Enterprise
For us here at the Enterprise, one of the biggest stories of the year was the change in ownership of the paper itself. More than four decades of providing an invaluable service to the community, editor Kristine Smith retired from her role as editor and publisher, and turned the keys over to local Bryan Scott, owner of Loyal Perch Media. Kris has been an invaluable voice of knowledge and experience as the paper has made the transition this year. In addition to Kris herself, writers Joan Hawkins, Krishele Jensen, Jean Thomas, Natalie Jensen, Stephie Briggs, Celeste Smith Dotty Evanson and others have been on hand to provide stories, advice, phone numbers, and many other forms of support this last year. In Kris’ final edition, May 20th she wrote: “To My Dear Friends, This is my last edition of The Idaho Enterprise. If you think I am not sobbing, you are wrong. The Idaho Enterprise is my pride and joy. It is my soul. It is everything to me. I have given it my all. I care deeply about the good people of the county, and about the future. The Enterprise will carry on under quite capable management and ownership. It will be guided to a new level, but stay hometown news. I am pleased. Farewell, Kristine Deschamps Smith.” While we have tried some new things out, and changed some of our basic elements of formatting, design, and so on, we have tried as much as possible to maintain continuity with the long and proud history of the Enterprise, through all its various forms over the last 142 (now 143!) years. As we move ever forward, we hope to maintain the small-town news focus that many of our readers look for and enjoy, and in a way that Kris can remain proud of.
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OBITUARY Gail Jones
April 25, 1946 - December 29, 2021 Gail Jones, age 75, passed away of natural causes on December 29, 2021. He was born April 25, 1946, to Maria and LaRell Jones in Logan, Utah. He grew up in Malad, Idaho and was the second of four boys in his family. He graduated in business management from Utah State University and then served his country in the Vietnam war from 1969-1971. He ran his own sports card shop, held various other job positions, and later on started his own insurance company with his family. He was a very kind, giving, and thoughtful man throughout his life and will be missed by many. There will be a viewing Friday, January 7th 11:30 AM-12:30 PM at the Northridge 7th Ward Chapel (1674 N
200 W in Orem). Funeral services will follow at 1:00 PM. The graveside service will be Saturday, January 8th at 11:00 AM at the Malad City Cemetery.
EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
Employee of the Month School Board—Elizabeth Kent Elizabeth Kent, Public Relations Coordinator for the Oneida County School District, was named the Employee of the Month for December, 2021. Elizabeth, who holds a Masters Degree in Folklore from The University of Aberdeen in Scotland as well as another in Library Sciences from the University of Kentucky, has been with the school district since 2018, when she was hired on as a substitute teacher. She was hired on fulltime as the Middle School Librarian in 2019, and moved to the High School in 2020. She has an incredible range of duties within the district under that PR Coordinator title. She has a wide range of duties within the district, which range from administrative oversight of various programs to helping craft official messages to maintaining social media sites and overseeing the district’s libraries, among other tasks. Wendy Alder, Malad High School Vice Principal had this to say about Elizabeth: “Miss Kent wears many hats at Malad High School and Oneida School District. She is the high school librarian. She is the Advanced Opportunities Director. In this capacity, she enrolls, supervises and grades the course work for students at the high school level who take online courses. These courses can be taken through a variety of avenues, like ISU, IDLA, and Apex. Liz manages them all. She also manages the Business Lab and helps
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oversee the Business Application classes that are taught at the school. She is a Jr Class Advisor. In addition to filling all these roles at the high school, she is the Oneida School District and Malad High School Public Relations person. She maintains the High School social media pages and issues press releases for the District and school when information needs to be communicated to the public. She does all this with a cheerful, positive at-
titude and strives to always provide clear, concise information. The students know that Miss Kent will do all in her power to support and encourage them in their efforts to get an education, and she will always be a sympathetic listener when they need to talk with someone. Liz is a great asset to our school and we are blessed to have her serving our students and community.”
Retirement party for FSA employees Kim Jenkins and Lou Ann Thomas is scheduled for Friday, January 7th @ the County Events Center from 5-7pm. Light refreshments will be served
The Oneida County Fairboard is accepting bids for the stock contractor for the Oneida County Cowboy Classic to be held August 18 & 19, 2022. Bids must be submitted by January 6, 2022 to:
Oneida County Fairboard P.O. Box 13 Malad, ID 83252
Accepting bids for a one-year contract. For further information regarding this, please contact Diane at 208-390-3601, or Patrick at 307-399-4650.
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2021 Year in Review Continued from page 3
The Fourth of July
One celebration that was not interrupted this year was the traditional 4th of July weekend, which saw both the Kids Parade and the full parade go off without a hitch. The event was highlighted by a performance by country music artist Nathan Osmond, who has local ties to the area through Samaria. In addition to Osmond’s lively set and the standard fireworks, the “Malad’s Got Talent” contest featured numerous aspiring entertainers, and an unexpected summer downpour to cool down the festivities! Vietnam War Veteran and former County Commissioner Bob Stokes was the Honored Veteran of the weekend. With a storied career in the military and in law enforcement, Stokes’ record of service is truly impressive, and he is an active member of the American Legion. In November, Stokes was a proud member of the Legion’s Veteran’s Day appearances, along with Gene Caldwell. Over the last year, Caldwell has been an important part of the renewed effort to create a pictorial history of Oneida County’s Veterans, along with Kay Caldwell, Brent Bowen, and Kathy Kent. Bertha Hess was named the Honored Pioneer in 2021 for the 4th. The Chamber of Commerce selects an Honored Pioneer to reflect someone with a strong and important connection to the valley, and the history of the community. Born in Downey in 1925, Bertha has been just such person. Laura Dickerson was named the “Volunteer of the Year” for 2021 by the City of Malad. In addition to her many other areas of service, Dickerson was specifically singled out for her tireless years of dedication to the Girl Scouts organization. During her award ceremony at the City Park bandshell, many of those in the crowd were former and current girls she had provided wisdom and instruction to over the years. Spence and Debbie Horsley were named the Grand Marshalls of the 4th of July Parade. As a couple, the Horsley’s have lived in Malad since 1976. Spence was born here to Raymond and Maxine Petersen Horsley, and raised in nearby Downey. Debbie graduated from Rigby High School, and the two met through the LDS church. The Horsleys have had a long history of service in and to the city of Malad, including Spence’s tenure as mayor. The 4th of July also coincided with the official unveiling of the mural on the side of the Daisy Hollow building, which welcomes visitors into downtown Malad. A long process of arranging for the painting with a regional muralist and Daisy Hollow owner Chris Jensen ultimately led up to the mural, depicting progress across the valley over the years.
as the result of injuries sustained in a road accident. The news spread through town immediately, and the outpouring of sorrow and consolation was a reminder of the caring and closely-knit community that Malad is. The community gathered to line the road of the funeral procession with blue ribbons and stand along the route with blue balloons to show unity in support of the family. Malad Elementary School began collecting memories from Kambrie’s classmates, which culminated in a memorial balloon release at the school in her honor. Classmates were able to express their grief at her passing, as well as their warm memories of having had the privilege of knowing her. During the sports season, members of varsity teams wore jerseys in her honor, and the family was honored at many of the season’s events, including a presentation before the Homecoming game in September.
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fice hired a new Extension educator, by the name of Sawyer Fonnesbeck. Fonnesbeck has studied and worked in the world of agricultural education for a number of years, and comes to Oneida county most recently from Utah. Since the beginning of his tenure, Fonnesbeck has organized an Insect Extravaganza, as well as a number of educational sessions open to the public. Most recently, the Extension hosted an informative class on winter feeding for beef cattle. During the fall, the City Council elections resulted in the election of Tyrell Neal to the position vacated by Larry Knudsen, who decided not to run again. The other City Council spot, opened up by the resignation of Tom Jenkins, was filled by Jaime Olsen, who ran third in the elections. Diana Dredge was named as the new Road and Bridge department head over the summer.
Oneida County Library was honored with a prestigious “Best Library of the Year” by the Idaho Library Association. The award is given in recognition of a library in the state which has excelled at providing services to its community, demonstrated a pioneering ability to incorporate new technology, and offered a high-quality environment for its staff. Obviously, the OCL excels at each of those characteristics, and hosted a number of exciting and important programs over the course of the year. The Summer Reading Series was once again very popular among local schoolkids, and gave the, a way to keep busy during the year. New additions to the resources of the library allowed patrons to try out Virtual Reality, 3-D printing and a range of other innovative means of interacting with information. The eBook and Audio book programs expanded. The Library hosted a “Ghost Night” featuring local researcher Elizabeth Kent, as well as regional author John Olsen, who enthralled listeners with his accounts of supernatural encounters.
9/11 Day of Service (9/11/2021) New Temple Completed in Pocatello
Of interest to many residents of the valley was the completion of the new temple in Pocatello, Idaho, which officially opened for open house tours in September, and for full service in November. During its open house period, many Malad residents traveled north for the rare opportunity to tour an LDS temple building. While Malad itself is within the Brigham Temple district, members are welcome to visit any temple for services.
Fair and Rodeo
Another event that was not overly effected by COVID this year was the Oneida County Fair, and the surrounding Rodeo events and Pari-mutuel racing. The fair was an astounding success, with participation levels as high as they have ever been, and featuring a full complement of ag and art events. This year’s stock sale was another massive success. While there was some concern about economic issues over the COVID summer, buyers returned in force to purchase animals raised by local kids. Scales and Tails revisited the fair this year, with a range of exotic reptiles such as snakes, turtles, lizards, and enough scaly critters to keep the large crowds entertained, along with such events as the ATV and Bike show, and a variety of interactive booths, displays, and contests. Food was also a major draw of the week.
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Individuals and organizations from around the valley have participated in the 9/11 Day of Service on the own for many years since the day was first established, but 2021 was the first year that Oneida County officially participated in the national event. The event was begun to create a positive means to commemorate the tragedy of the terrorist attacks of 2001, and the rekindle the spirit of community and service that characterized the years immediately afterward. A variety of groups put together various service activities across the valley to initiate the Day. Vicky Kent headed up the cleanup of Pioneer park, which focused on repainting benches and the baseball dugout. Bill Lewis and Trevor Jones were in charge of a large garbage collection project at Crowthers Reservoir, which resulted in hundreds of pounds of garbage (including a refrigerator!) removed from the area. Art Martinez led others in a cleanup of North Canyon. In Samaria, Luke Waldron helped organize a number of cleanup, repair and improvements of Heritage Square in Samaria. As a part of the project, Gabe Hooste and Xander Cammack completed Eagle projects. Bob and Kathy Kent led the cleanup and beautification efforts in Holbrook. Afterwards, the Interfaith Council provided lunch for all the volunteers. Due to the success of the Day of Service, it is planned to become a yearly tradition.
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Another first that may become a tradition in the future was the holding of the PTO Halloween Carnival inside the newly available Event Center. Partly, this was in anticipation of cold, but also served the purpose of seeing how the event would work in the space, which was not possible in 2020 due to COVID concerns. As a result, the carnival was able to take advantage of the best of both worlds, with the large outdoor fair space for hayrides, a maze, pumpkin contest, and spook alley, and the interior for the variety of games, treats, and events that made the carnival a fun time for everyone who attended.
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Like everywhere else in the country (and the rest of the world) COVID-19 was a major factor throughout 2021. While not as disruptive as the events of the 2020 spread of the disease and various back and forth regulations, 2021 certainly affected events and planning in major ways. On the plus side, the various federal funds established to compensate and bolster local communicates (ARPA and CARES, most importantly) provided for a number of local funding possibilities, especially those related to emergency planning and health care. Partly as a result of the funds, the county was able to purchase a number of needed supplies for the sheriff’s, fire department, and emergency planner’s office. The year saw the widespread introduction of the vaccine and boosters, which were provided by the Continued to page 9
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Grandparents Only By Dotty Thorpe Evanson Not recommended reading for parents and kids. It’s a new year. How are your resolutions going? A few years back I was talking with a friend at the beginning of a new year, and his resolution was to get back to church. Well, as the year rolled on, that resolution kind of disappeared for my friend. His goodness reminded me of the Billy Sunday quote, “Going to church doesn’t make you any more of a Christian than going to a garage makes you an automobile.” As I reflected on my church memories, I found them settling on
Grandpa Ed. I don’t think he ever missed a Sunday, and along with the clanking pipes in the old First Ward, the sound of his smoker’s cough was familiar to everyone in the congregation. Now, one of the tenants of our faith is trying to stay away from anything addictive. Grandpa wasn’t too successful in relation to tobacco, but that didn’t keep him from church. Rubbing shoulders with his neighbors and worshipping with them was important to him. Being at church isn’t what made him a Christian, but church protected him and his family just as a garage protects a car. Each of us whether we identify as a
Corvette, a truck, a Ford or a Chev can benefit from a little protecting. So, as I contemplate resolutions for 2022, I’m going to consider protection for those I love and that includes this community. Our Oneida County “garage” has kept us in pretty good shape for a long time. Doing what we can to continue the tradition of honest, neighborly interaction and respect is foundational. That will go a long way in keeping the “garage” intact for every one of us, no matter what model we identify as. We are in the garage together. Happy New Year, Oneida County!
While most of us are snug in our beds, some of our Idaho State, Malad City, and Oneida County’s finest are working to keep our roads safe. Over the last two weeks, these snowplow operators have put in countless hours. Some workers start at 4 am and sometimes do not get home till after
dark, some work around the clock taking shifts leaving their families to wake up and go to bed without them being there. Remember, it is very hard to see when they are plowing snow, sometimes they meet several cars without their lights on, or several times have to slow down and ma-
neuver around garbage cans left on the shoulder of the road or cars parked in the street. If it is not garbage day, please pull your cans away from the road and park cars off the street if possible. It takes a lot of maneuvering for a plow operator to properly clear streets and intersection, it can include a lot of backing
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PUBLIC NOTICES David M. Swartley, ISB No. 5230 McCarthy & Holthus, LLP 702 W. Idaho St., Suite 1100 Boise, ID 83702 Telephone: (208) 863-4401 dswartley@mccarthyholthus.com Attorneys for Plaintiff IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF ONEIDA AMERICAN ADVISORS GROUP,
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Case No.: CV36-19-0096 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE
vs. FARREL D. WILLIAMS (DECEASED) AND THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, ASSIGNS, AND DEVISEES OF FARREL D. WILLIAMS; D E R AY W I L L I A M S ; DEVON WILLIAMS; TRISA MURRAY; JODY WILLIAMS; ERICA GILES; THE SECRETARY OF THE UNITED STATES D E PA R T M E N T O F HOUSING AND URBAN D E V E L O P M E N T; S TAT E O F I D A H O , D E PA R T M E N T O F HEALTH AND WELFARE, ESTATE RECOVERY; ONEIDA COUNTY TREASURER; CITY FIRST MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC; DOES I THROUGH XX, AS INDIVIDUALS WITH AN INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY which may commonly be known as 1990 N 3400 W, Malad City, ID 83252,
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The above-described property is commonly known as 1990 N 3400 W, Malad City, ID 83252. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on the 11th day of January, 2022, at the hour of 10 o’clock am. of said day, at 10 Court Street Oneida County Courthouse, County of Oneida, State of Idaho, I will attend, offer and sell at public auction all or so much of the above-described property thus directed to be sold as may be necessary to raise sufficient funds to pay and satisfy the Judgment and Decree of Foreclosure as set out in said Order for Sale of Foreclosure to the highest bidder, for case or certified funds in lawful money. The time period for redemption of the above property is six (6) months from the date of sale herein. The Sheriff, by a Certificate of Sale, will transfer right, title and interest of the judgment debtor in and to the property. The Sheriff will also give possession but does not guarantee clear title nor continue possessory right to the purchaser. DATED this 3rd day of December, 2021. *** Arne Jones Sheriff of Oneida County By: Tammy Williams Deputy Sheriff #5379-12-23-30-21-01-06-22-T3
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Under and by virtue of a Second Order for Sale of Foreclosure executed on November 4, 2021 and entered with the Court on November 4, 2021 and Writ of Execution issued on November 8, 2021, out of and under the seal of the above-entitled Court on a Judgment and Decree of Foreclosure recovered in said Court in the above-entitled action on February 7, 2020, in favor of the above-named Plaintiff, I am commanded and required to proceed to notice for sale to sell at public auction the real property described in said Order of Sale of Foreclosure and Writ of Execution and to apply the proceed of such sale to the satisfaction of said Judgment and Decree of Foreclosure with interest thereon and my fees and costs. The property directed to be sold is situate in Oneida County, State of Idaho, and is described as follows to wit: A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN THE NORTH HALF OF SECTION 13, TOWNSHIP 14 SOUTH, RANGE 35 EAST, BOISE MERIDIAN, ONEIDA COUNTY, IDAHO AND FURTHER DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 13; THENCE NORTH 89°13'48" WEST 1375.12 FEET ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 13 TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE RUNNING SOUTH 00°29'14" WEST 99.42 FEET ALONG THE WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF TALBOT LANE, A COUNTY ROAD, TO A 5/8" REBAR WITH CAP LABELED "A.A. HUDSON PLS 4735" SET ON A FENCE LINE; THENCE NORTH 88°34'45" WEST 208.89 FEET ALONG A FENCE LINE TO A 5/8" REBAR WITH CAP; THENCE NORTH 01°19'40" WEST 106.22 FEET TO A FENCE LINE; THENCE SOUTH 89°09'50" EAST 212.23 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00°29'14" WEST 8.86 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. (T-2383)
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In past issues, The Enterprise has asked people around the community to suggest what they think the coming year has in store. Last Year’s Predictions Last year, Ken Eliason, Mike Semrad, Leigh Love, Chase Richardson, Halee Haycock, Sarah Showell, as well as a collection of others made predictions. Overall, there were some important hits and some real misses. Most of last year’s respondents were optimistic heading out of 2020, which even the headline agreed couldn’t real have been much worse. The majority suggested that COVID would be well in the rearview mirror by 2022, which was obviously the glaring miss. “Life,” as Ken Eliason predicted, has not exactly “returned to normal.” BUT, as Mike Semrad and Hallee Haycock predicted, events like graduation and the prom were able to be held in a more traditional manner. Hallee also predicted that COVID would potentially give people superpowers, but result in baldness. I can attest that only half of that prediction is true. The majority of guessers believed that someone in Malad would win the Megamillions jackpot, which has not occurred to the best of the Lottery Commission’s knowledge. Sarah Showell predicted that the economy would make a slow but positive recovery, and Ken Eliason predicted
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that the year would be a prosperous one for people in the valley, which has largely panned out. Predictions on the water year were mixed, with Ken predicting a high rainfall year, and Sarah predicting a dry one. The summer certainly WAS dry, though the back half of the year did end up providing more precipitation that was predicted by the weather service. Most of the participants guessed that the Packers would win the Superbowl, which emphatically was not the case. No one predicted Tom Brady’s Bucs would be the ones to win, but Sarah Showell did predict it would be against the Chiefs, so—half points! Panel favorite Utah Jazz were also not the NBA champs, though the whole season was pretty unpredictable, as it turned out. No episodes of Yellowstone were filmed in Malad, there was no official Star Wars film released, and TikTok was neither banned nor took over the world. There’s always 2022! New Predictions Generally, we look for a mix of city, county, school district, and private citizens. This year, we reached out to the student body president, the new extension office educator, the hospital COO, and a museum board member. Sometimes the predictions are serious, and sometimes they are less so, but here’s what they had to say:
Sawyer Fonnesbeck-University of Idaho Extension Educator-Oneida County A new year already? 2021 was one for the books and I know that I am ready for a new start. There is lots to think about when we change to a new year. The first thought might be how to start losing the extra five pounds you probably gained by eating all those delicious Christmas dinners (and the deserts that came with it), along with all the chips and dip you had on New Years Eve. Your second thought might be “What is the year going to bring for me and my family?”. That question might seem a bit daunting. My advice is this: take it one day at a time, one step at a time. There is a quote that I heard once that said “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. So, watch your step.” Try and start the year off right with some good decisions and make plans to keep improving! These changes don’t need to be drastic; start small. Those smaller plans and goals are easier to reach, building your motivation and momentum to keep aiming for more. These plans should revolve around what means the most to you: family, friends, school, work, recreational activities, hobbies, etc. The more meaningful it is to you, the more likely you are to stick with it and succeed. Here at the Oneida county Extension office,
we are excited for the new year! We have some optimistic predictions about what is going to happen in the upcoming months. Our county has a strong 4-H program, and we intend for that to continue. My staff and myself are currently planning day camps, presentations, and new opportunities for our youth this year. If you have a child who can join 4-H (Ages 5-18), I encourage you to have them join. We are predicting some great participation this year! There is more to do in 4-H than showing animals at the fair (though that was always my favorite part while I was growing up). Some of the many things 4-H has to offer include rockets, leather work, woodwork, sewing, quilting, STEM activities, and more! Come see what we have to offer! For you farmers and ranchers, thank you for your efforts and keep up the great work! We know 2021 was particularly difficult for you and we hope you find some relief in this next year. If you have questions about your operations, please contact our office. We would be happy to see if we can help. With all the snow that we have received in the last month, I would predict that the water situation will continue to improve. As of January 3, 2022, our area was at 116% of normal for our snow water equivalent, and there are more snowstorms in the forecast.
This water accumulation should help everyone in the upcoming grazing and growing seasons. What is life without some positivity? 2022 may have a few bumps in the road ahead, but it will also have some great opportunities! Take advantage of those opportunities and have fun in 2022! Bridger Bastian, MHS Student Body President • I predict the MHS pep band, drill team, and cheerleaders will be awarded for their outstanding performances. • I predict that the boys and girls basketball team and the wrestlers will have a good district tournament. • I predict that the class of 2022 will be the most successful class to come out of Malad high school. • I predict that the spring sports teams will be successful at state this year. • I predict that we will get lots of snow so we will have full reservoirs and a green valley. • I also predict that the Jazz will make it to the finals this year. • And I predict that the fashion styles of the 90’s will come back and Tori Green will rat her hair again. Jean Thomas, Museum Board Member • Lots of snow will fall (mostly in the mountains so we don’t have to shovel it) so the farmers, ranchers, gardeners, and everyone who likes water will have enough next summer.
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• Enough people will have been vaccinated that COVID-19 will fade away and we will not learn the entire Greek alphabet through variants. • The Malad Dragons will have winning seasons in all sports with a few district and state championships added to the banners in the gym. • The Malad Valley Welsh Festival will attract thousands of avid fans of Welsh history, culture, and traditions. • Investors will recognize Malad as an ideal place for a motel. • People everywhere will understand that unity is better than divisiveness, that political differences are temporary, that compassion is better than rancor, and that not everything on social media is true. Kathy Hubbard, COO/ Medical Staff Coordinator/Public Relations, Nell J Redfield Memorial Hospital • Malad and surrounding valleys will receive enough snow and rain that our reservoirs, wells, and crops will have plenty of water. • The COVID-19 Pandemic will become an Endemic and we will no longer hear about COVID on the news. • All supplies will be plentiful. • Gas prices will drop to under $2.00 gallon. • Malad will get a Chick-Fil-A.
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5 YEARS AGO (2017) Many Local ham radio operators got a real surprise during the RACOON social net a few days before Christmas. It turns out that Santa Claus, call sign SANTA, is a ham radio operator. He took time out of his busy schedule in the North Pole to contact some of the local children in the area. Paralympic champion Jason Smyth, an Irish sprint runner and known as the world's fastest Paralympian, visited in Malad with family during the Christmas holiday. Smyth's mother-in-law, Cindy Jordan, lives in Malad, as well as his brother-and sister-inlaw, Devin and Meridee Morrison. The Paralympic games involve athletes with different physical disabilities, but athletes compete against other athletes with similar disabilities. The allowable disabilities are broken down into ten eligible impairment types, one of which is vision impairment. Smyth is legally blind, with his central vision being affected by Stargardt's disease, a genetic form of juvenile macular degeneration that causes progressive central vision loss. Smyth started showing signs of Stargardt's around eight-years old, and the disease left him with less than 10 percent of normal vision. The Stone Elementary Bobcats presented "Christmas Around the World" for friends and family on a snowy evening last month. They told of many traditions and customs we celebrate. Forming a Christmas tree in the Stone Elementary Christmas program were, Brigham Hubbard, Quade Carter, Jacqulynn Thompson, Nathan Edwards, Dayton Bird, Valeria Oseguera, Mason Eliason and
Rasp Carter. Malad students recently participated in the annual Oneida County Soil and Water Conservation District poster contest. The theme of the contest was "We All Need Trees". Besides having fun with making their posters and learning why trees are important to the environment, the students also won a cash prize. Winners from the local contest were also judged in the Division 5 contest, and winners from that contest moved on to the state division. Winning posters were Erin Wright who won first place, Austin Higley, second place and Brycen Talbot third place. 10 YEARS AGO (2012) Kim and Lee Hess took the top prize in the Malad Chamber of Commerce’s “Shop Malad Holiday Giveaway Drawing”. They will have $300 in Shop Local Bucks to spend in Malad Jeff and Laurie Richins won the $200 shopping spree and Casey and Marla McClellan received $100 to spend. Larry Knudsen loves baseball. He played in Junior high, high school and then semi-pro with a Utah Power & Light team in Salt Lake City. Larry is a member of the national adult Baseball Association. The Association puts out offers for those interested to join a team and travel to different countries to play. They have games arranged all the time at different places, such as the Dominican Republic, Cuba and Hong Kong. So after 42 years Larry decided this is a great opportunity to play the game he loves. It just happened that Cuba was the time and place that fit to go play with a team. Jeremy McClellan has been called to serve a
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stroom facility and splash pad at the City Park. In addition, residents raised a significant amount to add to the project. In August, the City held a grand opening for the splash pad; and children and their parents enjoyed the splash pad for about a month and a half before it was closed for the season. Other improvements at Malad City Park include a lighting system around the small walking path, partially funded by Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation. Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation has granted another $20,000 to the City; and the council approved completing lighting around the larger path. The lights have been ordered, with plans to complete the project in 2022. Final design for the Bannock Street Reconstruction Project is almost complete by engineer Forsgren Associates. Federal funding of over two million dollars is committed for this project through the C Y
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Idaho Local Highway Technical Assistance Council (LHTAC), for construction and design, with the requirement that Malad City pay 7.34 percent (approximately $188,899) for construction and design. Construction is scheduled for 2024; however, once plans are complete, if grant funds become available sooner and the project is ready, the project could start earlier. The City is applying for other grants to help fund sidewalks from Four-Points to the railroad tracks and for portions of the stormwater drainage, which would help with the project costs. For all of these projects, the Malad City crew, consisting of Gaylen Garrett, Josh Barnes, Pat Werk and Dean Larkin, worked hard in 2021 to do whatever was required by engineers, cutting into their already busy schedules of maintaining the City Park, the City Cemetery, roads, sewer and water, trash, and other maintenance. The City appreciates their dedication under the direction
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two-year mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to the Richmond, Virginia Mission. Jeremy will enter the Mission Training center on January 4. 15 YEARS AGO (2007) Malad resident Kathy Ray was named the Executive Director of the Four County Alliance in Southeastern Idaho. Ray has managed the Malad City and Oneida County Economic Development for 12 years. Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise and showing off the new shirts they won as Champions of the Fifth Grade Malad Jam Tournament was a team from Malad. This team included Joshua Jensen, Zack Jeppsen, Tanner Lewis, Brett Hansen, Jason Jensen, Brody Hubbard, Griffin Green and Nishon Neal. The Malad High School boys’ basketball team wanted one more present during the Christmas holiday – a win to get them back on track when American Falls came to Malad on December 29. The Dragons received just what they wanted when they defeated American Falls 64- 49. 25 YEARS AGO (1997) Bryce Mykell Gibbs will relinquish her “First Baby of the Year” crown. Over the past year Bryce has grown from an infant of only 6 pounds 9 ounces to a toddler of over 22 pounds. Oneida County’s Long Term Care Facility went on admittance restriction December 26th. The local nursing home will not be able to accept Medicare/Medicaid patients until it comes into full compliance with state standards. Members of the Malad Volunteer Fire Department presented the Fireman of the Year Award to Ron Blaisdell during their annual banquet. Blaisdell, with fourteen years as a Malad fire-
man, was honored for his hard work and dedicated service. Carl A. Nieffenegger, Malad native, has been hired by the Oneida County Sheriff’s Department as a deputy. Carl has worked for the department for many years serving as a reserve officer for three years, and has been active in the Oneida County Search and Rescue. 35 YEARS AGO (1987) Whitney Deene Wakley, daughter of Suzie and Gary Wakley, is the first baby born in 1987 in Oneida County. Mrs. Wakley said, “When the nurse told me it was a girl I just about went into shock.” Whitney Deene had four older brothers waiting for her at home. They had joked about trading it in for a puppy if it was a girl, but since they’ve seen her they had all changed their minds. C.W.C. is now doing business out of a new location. Owners, J.D. and Sherrie Thomas, recently purchased a new building across from OK Tire and will be serving customers from that locality in the future. Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise is Bud Richards as he displays an old rifle that he turned up in the field behind his house while plowing. He says that he has no way of knowing where the weapon came from or how old it is, but others who have seen it say that it appears to be an old flintlock civil war type. Guns of this type were used in the 17th and 18th centuries and used flint to ignite the charge. On the end of the muzzle is a bayonet 14 to 15 inches long. Mr. Richards notes that the firearm is in amazingly good condition for the length of time it was in the ground. 45 YEARS AGO (1977) Checking in at 11:15 Tuesday morning at the
Oneida Hospital, Miss Jenny Rae Hawkins became Oneida County’s first 1977 baby – much to the delight of parents Dale and Joan. Jenny weighed in at 6 pounds 9 3/4 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long. Jenny breaks the Oneida baby contest’s 20-year tie of 10 boys and 10 girls. Finally, for the first time in over 30 years, families in the Daniels area of Oneida County have telephone service to their homes. Before the telephones were installed this December, six families in the Daniels area had to rely on the patience of the John C. Hill and Lynn Harris families. Their homes were the last residences on the way to Daniels that were connected to the Bell phone system. The marathon dance on December 29 had about thirty couples getting an early start as they danced until eleven that night. The fifteen-hour ordeal was almost unbroken as the marathon dancers only go two minutes per hour to rest and slightly more for lunch and supper. For first place, Kurt Davis and Ann Ward received two record albums and a gift certificate for the Deep Creek Inn. The rest of the finalists wondered if their efforts all day were in vain – first runners up Mike Hess and Danece Daniels, and second runners up Burke Baker and Teresa Hess each received a marathon candy bar for their prize. 55 YEARS AGO (1967) For the first time in 11 years, Oneida has welcomed a new citizen on the first day of the New Year. Craig Alan Jensen checked in at 4:45 p.m. Sunday to claim “First Baby of the Year” honors here and a host of prizes. The young man weighed in at seven pounds, one and a half ounces and would stand
19 inches tall except he isn’t pointed that way quite yet. The past year has been the driest since 1935 locally. A total of 8.83 inches of precipitation were recorded in 1966 at Malad. This is 5.59 inches under the average of 14.78 inches. Elder Dale Tubbs, son of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Tubbs, and Elder Doyle Talbot, son of Mr. and Mrs. Andie Talbot, arrived home after spending two years on LDS missions in England. Two Malad High Dragon mattmen, Dale Price and Ken Price, brothers, won championships in their weight division at a four-school holiday tournament held at Box Elder High School. Second place honors were by Malad wrestlers - Dan Blaisdell, Duane Carter, Rod Tubbs, Roy Brown, Tom Scott, and Tim Willie. Tom Deschamps and Von Hubbard placed third in their division. 65 YEARS AGO (1957) A window crop raised by W.E. Evans, store manager at the Idaho State Liquor Store in Malad, is in sharp contrast to the winter weather outside. At the present time Mr. Evans can exhibit a ripe tomato, cotton plant in bloom and ripe tobacco. With 1957 two and a half days old there are still a big, big bagful of gifts awaiting Oneida County’s newest resident in the first baby of the year derby being conducted by many Malad business firms. Charles H. Peck, one of Malad’s oldest residents, observed his 90th birthday anniversary. He was born in Malad, a son of Henry Peck, the first settler in Malad Valley, having settled here in 1864 on the land that now comprises the city proper. Charles is the last survivor of a family of 11.
of former Superintendent Mike Semrad and the new Superintendent Tyler Webster. The City Office is under the supervision of Clerk Susan Wittman and assistant, Machelle Neal, and the mayor and council appreciate their diligence. In addition, the mayor and council appreciate City Attorney Dustin Smith and Treasurer Terrill Schwartz for their expertise. Two council members retired in 2021 - Larry Knudsen, who chose to not run again for election - and Tom Jenkins, who resigned with two years left of his term. Both of these men were invalu-
able in providing direction for the City. Larry Thomas and Tyrell Neal won the election for the council. Mayor Hawkins appointed Jamie Olsen to fill the seat of Tom Jenkins. This action was approved by the council in December 2021. The City is hopeful for 2022. COVID in 2020 and 2021 and the drought in 2021 were difficult to work through. However, through it all, the main concern was for the well-being of Malad City residents. In 2021, the mayor and
council considered a new brand for Malad City. They are happy with the result of their efforts and believe that it accurately describes the welcoming atmosphere of Malad City as “Everybody’s Hometown”. The mayor and council are committed to represent their citizens in a fair and eq-
uitable manner. Citizens may contact the mayor or council members with their concerns. Please visit the city website at www.maladidaho.org for contact information. Malad City extends best wishes to all for a happy and prosperous New Year!
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hospital at clinics inside the Event Center. Overall, hundreds of people took the opportunity to become vaccinated through the clinics, especially in the face of the Delta variant, which emerged during the middle of the year. The Omicron variant, which first became apparent just a few months ago, has made it unclear exactly how many cycles of the disease will continue to emerge, what their severity will be, and what the effectiveness of vaccines will continue to be.
Hospital Events
Over the course of 2021, the Nell J Redfield Memorial Hospital sponsored and supported many community activities. In July, the Hospital hosted a hydration station for the Utah-Cache Gran Fondo, a 100 mile bike race that passes through Weston and Malad on a loop that begins in Logan. Malad is one of the central stops in the event— essentially the midway point—and many of the racers expressed their feeling that Malad is the best stop on the route. During July, the air was incredibly smoky as a result of wildfires, and medical care and hydration were especially important. In late September, NJRMH was a sponsor (along with Safe Kids Worldwide, the Idaho Transportation Department, and the NHTSA) of car seat clinics, designed to help ensure that parents had the correct devices properly installed in their vehicles. The Hospital and Clinic also sponsored a “Brake For Breakfast” event on October 6th, which was designed to raise awareness of the various mammography services available to Oneida County residents. This year exceeded last year’s totals, and made it clear that Malad cares about Breast Cancer. Throughout the fall and into the winter, the hospital and clinic sponsored both flu shot and COVID clinics. The events were well attended by those who wanted protection against the viruses.
ing during different phases of the ongoing pandemic. Luckily, the school district was able to hold in-person graduation ceremonies for the class of 2021, complete with friends and parents. Former Student Body President Chase Richardson was the first to celebrate the event, as he introduced the program and the 58 students who graduated. Another major event in the district was the appointment of new Superintendent of Schools Jon Abrams in February. Abrams came to Malad with a long history of service in both the military and the education arena, and he has been able to participate in many firsts during his inaugural year, including sporting events, assemblies, and as the principal of the Stone Elementary School. Abrams was able to bring both aspects of his service together as the keynote speaker of the Veterans Day program, where he spoke as both a veteran and an administrator. Teacher of the Year awards were given out at the May 23 Senior Assembly. Special Education instructor Heidi Anderson of MHS discussed how she loved to see learning beginning to take hold in her students, something she herself had to become familiar with during the difficulties of adjusting to a variety of platforms during the 20202021 COVID teaching year. “I love being a teacher and coming to school, even on the rough days. Their success is my success!” she said. The other teacher of the year was Scott Ray, who retired from teaching in Malad this year after 31 years here teaching everything imaginable. Rumor has it that his retirement didn’t fully take, and he’s still part-time teaching in Utah. Employees of the Month January—Linda Sullivan Feb—Julie Bates March—Mary Lyn Brangham April/May—Sandra Colton (MES); Luke Wladron (MMS); Emma Hill (Stone) September—Valorie Hubbard October—Susan Clark November—Irene Alder December—Elizabeth Kent
Around the Community Arts
In May, the Oxford Peaks Arts Council presented a youth production of Rogers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” with a full youth cast of dozens. The musical, which expands on the familiar fairy tale, was a massive and well-received production, on an impressively realized scale. The IronDoor theatre put on a production of the melodrama “The Mystery of Mansion Briarcliff” during the 4th of July weekend, which was also an impressively staged work. Directed by Jeff Richins from a script by Terry Hale, the play was a huge hit with the audiences with the holiday audiences who were lucky enough to catch it. In early September, the Oxford Peaks Arts Council also sponsored “A Day of Art on Main street” event, which featured local artists, musicians, the quilters guild, and a history tour. The old Co-op building was opened to the public during the tour, with Luke Waldron taking people through the downtown area and explaining the history of the buildings in the area, including the Coop, Iron Door Playhouse, the Museum, and others. Luke Waldron was awarded the Esto Perpetua award on August 23rd, for his efforts in educating his students in history, and working to preserve local historical sites. Later in the fall, a production of “Clue” (based on a play based on the film based on the board game) was directed by Ada Marie Campbell, and managed to capture the humor and complexity of the script very well. A Live Nativity scene was sponsored in December by the Interfaith Council, and featured singing and narration of the story of Christ’s birth, surrounded by livestock and a fully constructed manger.
It was a busy and eventful year for the Oneida County School District. With the school year of 2020-2021 and the school year 2021-2022 occur-
The annual Christmas Coloring Contest, sponsored by The Enterprise, had a change of venue in 2021. Rather than the parking lot outside Allen Drug, the event was held at the Event Center. A perfect spot for the event, the Center managed to give a warmer place for the hundreds who ultimately showed up for a chance to win prizes, meet Santa, and enjoy treats and hot chocolate. Santa, as always, was a huge hit.
SHERIFF'S DISPATCH
Following are recent calls received by dispatchers at the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office. During the week of 12/26 to 01/01, the Sheriff’s Office investigated 30 new cases. During this time, the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office dispatchers received and unknown number of total calls. This report includes only new investigations and does not include regular investiC Y
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Service
During the homecoming weekend, Thayne Barker was named the Legionnaire of the Year by the local American Legion Post 65 for his many years of active membership and service. The Legion participated in numerous activities throughout the year, including the annual Memorial Day and Veterans Day celebrations. The Lions were also busy, worked as always to collect eyeglasses for those in need throughout the year, and repainting and repairing structures throughout the Malad City Park.
Oddities
Christmas Coloring Contest
School Districts
Christmas programs, there was rarely a week without a school event of one sort or another. The High School saw its commencement ceremonies for spring return to semi-normal fashion. The new school year began with a return to normal enrollment numbers. Homecoming featured a return to events such as the parade, the bonfire, the game ball being dropped from an airplane, and a few undefeated sports seasons. The Middle and High Schools combined for their own Veterans Day program, in addition to the traditional Elementary school program, which this year featured veteran and superintendent Jon Abrams as the keynote speaker. The elementary school also hosted their annual Halloween parade from the school to the hospital and back.
gations, civil services, and the other responsibilities of the Sheriff’s Office. Sunday, December 26, 2021 • 01:46 Slide off • 07:40 Traffic Control. Semi blocking lanes of traffic on I-15 • 12:57 Fire Reported. Tractor on fire inside barn • 14:06 Slide off. Semi blocking traffic on Hwy 38
• 14:11 Alarm reported at Allen Drug • 20:38 Harassment reported Monday, December 27, 2021 • 01:35 False Information Report to Police • 07:50 Slide off. • 09:56 Traffic Accident. FedEx truck struck vehicle • 09:56 Animal call. Written warning issued • 15:01 Slide off. Tow truck called
School Events
The school year was a busy one for every grade, with a full slate of events during the year. From spring sports to
• 19:52 911 Call. Unknown situation Tuesday, December 28, 2021 • 01:01 Suspicious person • 09:58 Vandalism. Slashed tires • 09:59 Civil call • 11:17 Citizen assist Wednesday, December 29, 2021 • 02:09 Animal call. Dog located • 14:16 Citizen assist. Rolled 4-wheeler. No in-
One of the stories that took the Enterprise off guard as far as its popularity and the accompanying public interest was a report of a sasquatch sighting during the fall. The initial report was a small item in the sheriff’s dispatch, which turned into a larger series of reports about the occasional strange sightings that many people have reported over the years around the Oxford Peak area. As the edition of the paper made its way through the community, our offices were visited by dozens of people who either claimed to have had first hand encounters with something strange in the area, or had been told by someone else who was convinced that they had. As we looked into the matter, we discovered that Kris Smith had personally investigated a similar claim in 1981, in which two gold prospectors had been scared away from the area by a “large, hairy creature” and remained permanently convinced it had been Bigfoot. Regional writer John Olsen, featured speaker at the library’s Ghost Night, confirmed that the area was replete with similar stories.
juries • 19:37 Slide off. Vehicle in median. Requested tow truck • 19:46 Traffic hazard. Unable to locate vehicles • 23:57 Citizen assist. Stuck in snow Thursday, December 30, 2021 • 03:46 Theft reported • 08:21 Medical emergency • 16:29 Slide off • 19:05 Vandalism.
Slashed tire Friday, December 31, 2021 • 10:34 Traffic accident • 23:21 Domestic call Saturday, January 1, 2022 • 00:02 Noise complaint. Fireworks • 08:55 Ordinance violation. Snow being put on street • 10:13 Theft-automobile
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YEAR IN PICTURES
One of the boats out on Devil Creek Reservoir for the first Malad Bass Fishing Tournament
Students gather around the Homecoming Bonfire
Welsh Festival Bard Cory Brewster and his wife Jill perform during the 4th of July weekend Hospital Staff at October’s busy “Brake for Breakfast” event
An Inside look at the Coop during September’s History Tour
Holly Llewelyn at the Oneida Crisis Center’s main office
One of the many improvement projects in Samaria for the Day of Service
Kids at Malad Elementary wait to release balloons in memory of Kambrie Horsley
Hundreds flocked to the Fair for animal shows
Nathan Osmond entertains the crowd, along with the cast of “The Mystery of Mansion Briarcliff”
Kids prep the animals for the early morning sheep show Despite taking place in August, the first day of school was a wet experience this year
Bertha Hess, the Honored Pioneer, rides through the 4th of July parade
The Firemens ball was held at the Event Center this year, with the “Rough Stock Band” keeping things lively As always, the Halloween brought out the monsters and princesses in everyone
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The historic Holbrook church celebrated its centennial over the summer
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MALAD SPORTS—YEAR IN REVIEW 2021
2021 has certainly been a year of ups and downs for Malad High School’s athletes. Like so many other aspects of our lives, COVID-19 forced teams to adjust to restrictions as they moved through their varying seasons. As the year began, spectators were severely limited and many were forced to cheer on the dragons as they watched online. But it wasn’t long before attendance was opened up to allow 40% capacity with social distancing and masks encouraged and eventually completely open to all spectators. As athletes were dealt with COVID-19 and quarantine, teams were forced to adjust to missing players and coaches. All in all, a very trying situation. But the athletes were up to the challenge, their desire to play being greater than the frustrating situation. While 2021 was less than ideal, teams learned to rely on each other, adapt to the ever changing circumstances, and rise to the challenges that came upon them. The final scoreboard only reflected the points of the season, but every team, every athlete, every coach, and every fan that pushed through their season were true champions in their own ways. Here is a quick recap of the Malad High School Sports of 2021.
running events to give the athletes the best tools to learn and hone their skills. Throughout the season most, if not all of the athletes set new personal records at the various meets, showing just how their hard work had payed off. Wrestling The track season culminated in the The Malad High School wrestling team had a full 2021 season. In so State Track and Field Championship many duels and tournaments facing meet where eight competitors particicountless teams, the dragon wrestling pated, some in multiple events. Coach team found success individually and Kimberling said, “State track was a great experience for the kids. We took as a team. The team was proud of their season eight athletes that qualified and seven and opportunity they had to take their of them received medals. The hard team to the state tournaments. The work put in this year really paid off Malad High School wrestling team for these kids.” Medaling in the state events were needed every wrestler they had competing at state to bring home the fourth Oaklie Hebdon, finishing 4th in the place trophy from the 2A Idaho State 400 m race, 8th place in the 300 m Wrestling Tournament. The tourna- hurdles, and 5th place in the triple ment was held on Saturday, February jump. Brynlee Bastian earned 5th place in the 400 m race and 2nd place 27, at the Ford Idaho Center. There were 36 teams competing in the 800 m race. Rylee Jacobson in the 2A division in the tournament. placed 3rd in the 1600 m race and in Malad had 13 wrestlers in the tourna- the 3200 m race. Malads boys 4 x 400 ment, Twelve of them earned points for team, composed of Austin Jacobson, the Dragons to bring home the fourth Dylan Moss, Cooper Jones and Jace place trophy. Malad outscored Grace Williams, earned 6th place. Ben Wray by just six points. Senior Ben Wray finished in 9th place in pole vault. At the conclusion of the track seafought hard to claim the second place medal at 120 pounds. Austin Nalder, a son, Brynlee Bastian was honored junior, earned the second place medal for breaking the school records in the Boys Basketball Girls Basketball at 145 pounds. Billy Maddox at 182 800 m race with a time of 2:24.14 and The MHS boys basketball team was At the conclusion of the season, pounds earned the second place med- Rylee Jacobson was honored for setexcited to take to the court for the 20- Coach Price spoke about the team say- al, falling by just one point. Zach ting a new school record in the 1600 m 21 season despite some of the chang- ing, “I was proud of the girls for their Mills at 113 pounds, Tayson Davis at race with a time of 5:29.78 and in the es and restrictions due to COVID-19. commitment and dedication all year 120 pounds and Jaxon Thompson at 3200 m race. Playing in an empty gym was cer- long as they worked to get better. We 195 pounds each claimed the fourth Softball tainly an adjustment as well as tem- played a tough schedule and we play place medal in their division. Ruxion Malad Dragon Softball fans can’t porarily losing players to illness or in a very tough conference and those Tubbs fought his way to a sixth place deny how GREAT the season 2021 quarantine. As the boys faced Ririe tough games help us to get better. was. With their 2020 season cut short, finish at 152 pounds. on January 6th, their varsity team con “The girls battled through adver "Every one of these boys gave us coaches, athletes and fans were more sisted of only seven players. The boys sity this season, with COVID-19 and their best this weekend!" said Coach than ready for the softball season to didn’t let this hold them back as they season ending injuries; and every time Devin Morrison. "We are so proud of roll in. Playing for the Malad Softball played an aggressive and hard fought the girls would step up and just push them for the hard work they put into game. MHS led the score for most of through. Even though the record may this season. They are a team of broth- team was Adley Kimberling, Shaelie the game but eventually fell behind not reflect it, I truly feel like these girls ers who support each other and push Ketchell, Graycee Goddard, Maggie only to work their way back up again. made huge steps forward this year and each other to work hard and better Willie, Riley Dorius, Kaitlyn Pickett, But in the final seconds of the game, have become better ball players.” themselves. Thank you so much to Kodi Phillips, Madi Green, Chloe Udy, Tom Simpson scored to win what the On the Malad girls basketball team the parents, family and fans that sup- Kendall Hill, Hallie Horsley, Kodie student body would call an epic game! was Beth McClain, Brooklynn Gross, port us and make Dragon wrestling a Heyder, Peyton Sweat, Kaysha Beck, Members of the Malad basketball Kodie Heyder, Hallie Horsley, Sheri- successful program that we can all be Beth McClain, and Bailey Sweat. The team included Traven Ward, Tom dan Brown, Oaklie Hebdon, Shannen proud of." team was coached by Christie Schow, Simpson, Jace Williams, Chase Rich- Hudnell, Riley Dorius, Madi Green, Track and Field assisted by Bri Adams, Merrill Dorius, ardson, Bridger Bastian, Baylor Bean, Brynn Thomas,and Peyton Sweat Malad’s Track and Field Team in- Arlene Shulz and Aysha Maddox. Gill Jaden Ward, Kyler Horsley, Gabe coached by Ty Price. cluded Jace Williams, Porter Allen, Leckie was the team manager. Coach Christie Schow said about Bingham, Preston Bird, Cooper Jones, Seniors Riley Dorious and Brook- Austin Jacobsen, Lex Driskel, Braylen Ryan Hubbard, Stetson Higley, Ben lynn Gross suffered season ending Tripp, Cooper Jones, Dylan Moss, their 2021 year, “Dragon softball had Peterson, Braylen Tripp, Ben Corbett, injuries. However, in the final home Colton Ihler, Austin Nalder, Bay- an extremely successful season for Jace Williams, Timmy Jensen, and game of the season, they both started lor Bean, Chase Richardson, Hunter 2021. They won state, won the Scott Riley Cluff who were coach by Tony the game and each scored their final Wray, Riggin Rawlings, Ryan Adams, Ray Tournament, and ended the seaGibbs assisted by Trevor Ward and basket for their high school career. Carson Colton, Tayson Davis, Dex son undefeated, 25-0. As a varsity Zack Beutler. Coach Price was grateful to the Soda Schow, Ben Wray, Oakley Hebdon, team they had 33 over the fence home As the regular season drew to a Springs coach that enabled these last Catherine Leckie, Addie Waldron, runs, 11 of which came from freshman close, the boys basketball team was moments for the girls. Tori Ballappa, Brynlee Bastian, Ga- Hallie Horsley. Senior Riley Dorius tied with Aberdeen for 4th place. The The MHS girls basketball team bie Lund, Rylee Jacobson, and Kaylee (pitcher) was named Softball All Area teams had a playoff game to determine finished the regular season as the 5th Nalder. The team was coached by Bil- Player of the Year by Idaho State Jourwhich team would earn the 4th seed place team in the district, placing them ly Kimberling assisted by Beth Bas- nal. Hallie Horsley (first baseman) was First Team, and Shaelie Ketchell in the district bracket. Malad domi- against the 4th seeded team, Bear Lake tian and Craig Buttars. nated the game and by the end of the to start the district games. Despite (catcher) was Second Team. The MHS athlete participated in 9 Coach Schow also shared a few 3rd quarter the Dragons had a com- coming out strong and scoring early meets leading up to the District and manding lead, 60-30. They went on to in the game, Malad was ultimately State meets. In those meets they con- team highlights: Freshmen outfielder win 64-33. In that game, Malad out- defeated by Bear Lake, 64-26. The tended with larger teams and schools, Adley Kimberling hitting her first ever rebounded Aberdeen, 20-16 (Traven defense struggled to settle in against competing with them all along the home-run at one of the state games... Ward 7, Tom Simpson 5, Riley Cluff Bear Lakes’ high scoring offense but way. Coach Kimberling was re- Freshman Chloe Udy stepping up at 4). continued to fight hard to the very end. sourceful to find additional coaches state to come off the bench and slap Malad faced West Side in their first Senior Shannen Hudnell competed to specialize in the different throw- for us, getting on base and bringing tournament game, losing 61-52 after a at the Girls All-Star game. She shared, ing, jumping, sprint, and long distance runs in... The famous duo of seniors C Y
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hard fought game where the two teams traded the lead. In the following game, Malad went up against Soda Springs. It was a close matched game with Malad trailing by two points at the end of the third quarter. In an attempt to get the ball back, Malad began fouling. Soda Springs took advantage of the opportunities at the foul line and pulled ahead, winning the game 5953. Traven Ward and Tom Simpson competed in the Boys All-State game. Traven spoke about the game, saying, “The All-Star game was nothing short of a great time. I got to play with Tom one more time. I enjoyed getting one last opportunity to play basketball.” Tom Simpson also shared, “ It was fun playing with players from other teams and everyone being competitive. It was definitely an offensive based game.” The final score of the game was 110-100, Traven and Tom both playing for the winning team. A fun note in the Malad vs West Side JV game- Ben Corbett scored 11 points in the last 1:30 of the fourth quarter, likely the most points scored in the shortest amount of time. Coach Ward commented, “Everyone in the gym was cheering for him. It was a fun experience!”
“It felt so good to be able to put my jersey on one last time and represent my school. I had a lot of fun playing with girls I knew and had played against. It was good to share our last game together with them.”
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The Idaho Enterprise
January 6, 2022
MALAD SPORTS—YEAR IN REVIEW 2021
Continued from page 11
Riley Dorius and Shaelie Ketchell having an excellent last high school year season, Shaelie calling most of Riley's pitches... Manager Gill Leckie keeping the girls excited by dancing in the dugout... 13 of the players getting stuck in an elevator at state for almost 2 hours... Senior Kodi Phillips trying to field ground balls with her feet... “I could go on and on... We had a successful season and we are looking forward to the next one!”
bat. Olsen hit a hard ground ball that, had it been just a few inches one way or another, would have given Malad one more score to tie up the game. Scoring in that final game was Grady Combs, Traven Ward, and John Evans.
Volleyball
Through the ups and downs of the season, Malad lady dragon volleyball had a successful season with an overall record of 15-9. Facing off with Marsh Valley to begin the season, the girls defeated the Eagles, 3-1. The game highlighted exciting saves by Bailey Timothy, hits by powerhouse Baseball Malad baseball was thrilled to take Hallie Horsley, and great serves by to the field as the 2021 season com- Camia Bean. Over the season the girls pulled tomenced, not even bothered to wait for gether to have strong team play with the snow to clear before beginning Madi Green shining hitting at the net practices. Coach Bo Clark was excitand Abby Rosenquist pulling up some ed for the season, especially after the strong blocks. Setter Adley Kimber2020 being cut short. ling was quick to get under the ball, On the MHS baseball team was consistently setting her teammates up Timmy Jensen, Bridger Bastian, Jaden for dynamic plays throughout the seaWard, Peyton Briggs, Stetson Higley, son. Kyler Horsley, Grady Combs, Sawyer Members of the Malad Volleyball Poulson, Vincent Evans, Dillon Evans, team included Bailey Timothy, SaTanner Olsen, Chase Briggs, Gaiden die Jensen, Adley Kimberling, Camia Combs, Traven Ward, and John Evans. Bean, Madi Green, Journie Tovey, Coach Clark was assisted by Josh JenHallie Horsley, Abby Rosenquist sen, Billy Peabody and Ty Price. and Riglee Petersen. The team was As the team prepared for the season, COached by Cammie Trip, Billy KimCoach Clark was able to have players berling and Gia Haycock. ready to play at multiple positions, giving the teams a lot of options as Soccer they moved forward. Malad’s young soccer team took the Malad baseball had a full season. field fall 2021 with their first game in Some games they were right on, with American Falls on August 31. The great hitting, pitching and defense. In team had a steep learning curve as other games they competed against there weren't many upperclassmen on tougher teams that helped them to see the team giving the young athletes a weaknesses to work on moving for- great opportunity to step up in new ward. Those tough games were just as ways. crucial as the wins as the team moved The highlight for the team had to closer to the end of the season. be as they played against Aberdeen The Dragons picked up that final September 1, winning the game, 2-1. district win May 5th at Soda Springs. In a tight competition for district Traven Ward began pitching the game, placing, Malad came out ranked 4th. followed by Kyler Horsley. In the With only one senior graduating this high scoring game, 22-5, Jaden Ward year, Malad’s soccer team is looking score 4 runs, Dillon Evans and John forward to what the fall of 2022 will Evans scored 3 runs each, and Peyton bring. Briggs, Tanner Olsen, Grady Combs, Playing for the MHS Dragon SocTraven Ward, Kyler Horsley, and Vin- cer team was Addler Garrett, Alivia cent Evans scored 2 runs each. Waldron, Azure Ashby, Aubrey Cor Coach Clark commented, “ We bett, Cambree Howe, Brylee Clark, hit the ball well and placed those hits Bailey Sweat, Kencie Miller, Sheridan well. We had a few base running er- Brown, Joni Beck, Alexis Jones, Rirors we need to clean up but I like the ley Williams, Sydney Carey, Hunter boys’ effort and am proud of them.” Olsen, Charlie Briscoe, Tayber Wiles, Malad was the number one seeded Rayleigh Barnes, McCady Howard, team heading into the district tourna- and Makiya Shulz. The team was ment, allowing them to host the tour- coached by Shenell Clark assisted by nament. In their opening game against Kristy Williams and Sherry Blaisdell. Bear Lake, Grady Combs pitched all Football five innings, striking out 10 batters The Malad Dragon Football team with the final score of the game being welcomed Lucas THorne as the new 13-1. Malad finished the tournament head coach. Coach Thorne played in first place. football for Ricks College, beginning Moving on to the state tournaments, in 1995. After his time in Rexburg he Malad knew they had a real chance at returned home to Washington to work taking home the title but also knew in the family trucking business. After that it would require a lot of hard work. some time he decided to return to colTheir opening game was against Orofi- lege to earn a business degree at Walla no, a team that they hadn’t played and Walla Community College where he didn’t know a lot about. IN the bottom also played basketball. of the second, Malad was able to push Coach Thorne shared, “I loved all five rubs over home plate to take the sports. I’m excited to be a part of the lead, 5-0. Malad scored 3 more runs sports program at Malad High School. in the third and added another in the Football has taught me a lot about life. fifth. Orofino scored two runs in the The coaches who are coaching with sixth bringing the final score 9-2. me want to give back to Malad. We Malad’s defense made exciting want to pass on and teach how to be catches, including one catch by Bridg- successful as young men and what er Bastian as he dove for the ball, Su- they need to know about life.” perman style, getting the first out of The MHS Football team began their the game. Pitcher Tanner Olsen only 2021 season August 28. Throughout allowed 2 hits in the first five innings the season, they played eight games and John Evans pitching the final two facing teams throughout Southeastern innings also allowing only 2 hits. Idaho and Wyoming. They started off Next Malad faced Grangeville, a their season strong with a great win team they had faced and lost to earlier against Ririe. in the season. Leading the team with Over the season, Malad saw their aggressive offense and defense was team pull together for some truly great Grady Combs. Coach Clark shared, moments. Quarterback Jace Wil“Grady was a one-man machine. He liams did well to step up and lead the had a fantastic night pitching and hit- team from the pocket, keeping both ting. Grady was on base every time. the passing and running game going. He created problems for the other Tayson Davis had some exciting plays team running the bases. He was a one- on offense as he ran the ball down the man attack.” Malad ultimately came field as well as on defense stops such out on top, advancing to the champi- as his interception against the Lyman onship round. Eagles. Although they fought a great game, Winning was always the ultimate Malad came up short in the end, los- goal for Malad’s football team, but ing to Nampa Christian 4-3. Both they made sure to have a lot of fun teams scored in the opening inning along the way. It was important to and didn’t score again until the fourth them to play together as a team. Sevinning where Nampa pushed two runs eral games featured the game ball across home plate and another in the dropped by airplane flown by Parker sixth with Malad answering back with Venable. In their final home game, two more runs. Malad trailed by just Braylen Tripp took charge as quarterone run in the seventh inning, with a back allowing Jace Williams a chance runner on base and Tanner Olsen up to C Y
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to run the ball, eventually scoring 2 touchdowns. In that same game, Tayson Davis had an impressive 20 tackles. Ending the season, Jace Williams had over 900 total yards on offense, 2 TDs, and 17 tackles;Tayson Davis had 300 yards rushing, 3 TDs, and 105 tackles, 467 kick return yards; Cooper Jones had 311 receiving yards, 2 TDs, and 24 tackles; Colton Ihler had 382 receiving yards, 5 TDs and 23 tackles; Zade Scott had 1 TD and 29 tackles; Odey Shulz had 51 tackles; Matthew Jacaway had 6 tackles. Playing for the Malad Dragon Football team was Braylen Tripp, Tayson Davis, Cooper Jones, Cutler Sweeten, Colton Ihler, Jace Williams, Hesston Harrison, Kyler Speck, Brady Showell, Brady Showell, Zade Scott, Dylan Moss, Justin Wittman, Timmy Jensen, Odey Shulz, Daxton Davis, Sawyer Poulson, Matthew Jacaway, Roper Higley, Blaiz Wright, Joe Daniels, Caleb Mathews, Rhodie Bailey, Cael Seamons,Semaj Bass, Hunter Wray, Porter Ward, Ryan Hubbard, Tucker Veneble, Preston Bird, Austin Jacobsen, Kole Willie, Jaden Ward, Riggin Rawlings. Several MHS football players were announced for the District All-Star Football team. Colton Ihler and Cooper Jones both were awarded first team offense wide receiver/ tight end. Odey Shutz and Tayson Davis were awarded first team defense linebacker and defensive back respectively. Awarded second team offense offensive line were Daxton Davis and Matt Jacaway. Justin Whittman received second team defense linebacker and Tayson Davis was awarded utility player.
Cross Country
As the 2021 Cross Country season began, Coach Talbot could see the potential in Malad’s runners. They strategically pushed as a team to great success. “All I ask my team is to give their very best efforts. I want them to be happy with how they ran and hungry for more,” says Coach Talbot. As the season progressed the team could see that they were real competitors in their Districts and could have a real shot at state. The Girls Cross Country team eventually placed second at State. Two individual racers for the Boys Cross Country team, Brycen Talbot and Austin Nalder, qualified and raced at the state competition as well. Running on Malad’s Cross Country teams were Brynlee Bastian, Cally Coleman, Cortlyn Coleman, Oaklie Hebdon, Kaylee Nalder, Hadlee Summers, Maggie Willie, Brooke Isaacson, Gabie Lund, Whitney Palmer, Porter Allen, Bridger Bastian, Baylor Bean, Lex Driskel, Colton Ihler, Austin Nalder, Brycen Talbot, Gabe Bingham and Joe Willie. The team was coached by Tia Talbot assisted by Tylee Skinner and Erin Hawkes The Cross Country team ran in eight meets leading up to the District race October 20th and State competition October 29-30th. Over the course of the season, the racers led in several meets reaching new personal bests. 2021 was indeed a great season for Malad’s Cross Country teams.
Cheer
Malad’s cheerleaders had a full and exciting 2021 year. They faced their share of challenges with injuries as well as facing COVID-19 restrictions. As the 2021 sports season commenced and they cheered on the various sports teams, they were required to limit their team to 6 cheerleaders at each game. This made it difficult for them to carry out the full routines and forced them to find new and creative ways to support Malad’s teams, lead dragon fans, and bring their own energy to the games. The cheerleaders also saw changes to their various cheer competition formats. Just as District and State competitions approached, two cheerleaders were injured which required adjustments to their routine. But with all of the changes, they never stopped working to be their best which they showcased at the State Cheer Competitions where they won 2nd place in both the Show and Stunt Routines. Cheer Coach Jennifer Hill shared, “The Cheerleaders are in full swing between Cheering on the Dragons at games and getting ready for their upcoming Competition season. The Cheerleaders placed second with their Show and Stunt routines at State Cheer March 2021 and they are working extra hard this year to take more routines and place higher at State. “This past Summer more than half the team traveled to the Peak (a Junior Olympic facility) in Brigham working on their gymnastics skills for their routines. Another highlight this summer was having the ISU Cheer Team and Coaches come do a camp with us. We learned some very fun stunts and routines to use for halftime performances. “The State has moved the Competition season up a whole month and a half this year so State will be in February. They have had to be prepared with their four routines a lot sooner than ever before. The Cheerleaders compete in the Show, Sideline, Pom and Stunt divisions at each Competition. Most of the Cheer team are veterans with only adding three new members this year. They have all really come together as a team to work hard this year and I’m excited to see what 2022 has in store for them.”
Drill Team
Like many other teams, the Drill team had a very different start to their 2021. As they had their first competition, they were required to perform for judges via Zoom in the Upper Valley classic Dance Competition. Malad finished the competition with 2 first place awards and 2 second place trophies. Coach Lyndsie Thomas commented, “Although the girls do miss performing for a big audience, they were so glad to have the chance to compete. They have been working on these dances for months and have been nervous with the way everything has been.” Throughout the year the Dragonettes were able to successfully compete in other competitions eventually being able to compete in person. They were eager from feedback from the various competition judges as well as guests that would critique the team to Bass Fishing Club help them perfect their routines. The Malad B.A.S.S. Nation sanc Their hard work and dedication tioned Bass Fishing club had its debut paid off when the team earned a place in the fall of 2021 with the first official in the 2A/3A First the District Dance tournament held Saturday, September Competitions where they earned first 25. The club was started by seniors place in three different divisionsRiggin Rawlins and Cooper Jones, Dance, Military, and Hip Hop and secgaining approval from the school ond place in Kicks, ultimately becomboard as well as doing the work to cre- ing the district Champions. Coach Thomas spoke of how much ate a sanctioned club and put together it meant to the girls to make it to state an official tournament. In their first ever tournament held this year after it had been canceled the at Devils Creek Reservoir, Bridger previous year. “It was really devastatBastian was awarded first place (total ing when state was canceled last year, catch 5.6 lbs with 5 fish), Deacon Wil- so we are just really thankful to have liams placed second place (total catch the opportunity.” The Dragonettes had excellent 4.42 lbs with 5 fish), and Alex White placed third place (total catch 2.94 performances with their stunts and lbs with 4 fish). At the conclusion of tricks going so smoothly at the State the tournament, Coach Tim Rawlings dance competition. Although the team said, “This is pretty special for us, and didn’t bring home a trophy, they were I think this was a great tournament- proud of the work they had put in and hopefully the first of more to come. progress they made throughout their When you’re out there, there’s a lot exciting year. Dancing for the Dragonettes was to deal with. It’s you against the elements, and not just nature. You’ve got Brylee CLark, Rayler Barnes Hunter to worry about stamina, mind power, Olsen, Alexis Shaw, Mckinna Owens, timing, and a lot of other things that go Alexus Tarbet, Jade Daniels, Sydney on during a tournament. I’m proud of Cary, Riley Williams, Bailey Timothy you guys. This has been a great day!” and Rebekah Smith.
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