Enterprise The Idaho
Oneida County's News Since 1879 Malad City, Idaho
May 9, 2024 |Vol. 144 No. 19
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NEWS IN BRIEF
Tornadoes kill one in Oklahoma; threaten Midwest
DYW participants and their hostesses join each other on stage as they await the final results.
Madelyn Shaw is the Distinguished Young Woman for 2025, backed up by an “unstoppable” group of participants After months of preparation, practice, stress, hard work, practice, encouragement, accomplishment, and more practice, the Distinguished Young Woman for Malad was named on Saturday. At the end of a very entertaining program in a filled to capacity auditorium at Malad Elementary School, Madelyn Shaw was named 2025’s DYW and takes the mantle from Alexus Tarbet. Tarbet and Christie Schow emceed the event, with some help throughout from many of last year’s DYW contestants (who put on one of the most entertaining Forget-Me-Not skits in recent memory), and a quick and nimble crew led by Jeff Richins. The judges on hand for the event have an impressive list of credentials including national recognition for dance, performance, music, academics, and community involvement. Kristi Gaona, Richy Gaona, Kate George, Kayla Cruz, Sue Johnson, and Valerie Foster were this year’s judges. This year’s theme was “Unstoppable,” and according to this year’s Chair
Nikki Schwartz, “Ladies, you are truly unstoppable and will accomplish anything you set your minds to. You have shown me this since we started working together in January. I have loved getting to know each of you. Thank you for showing me your love, kindness, talents, determination, and your cute personalities. Thank you for always doing what was asked of you. I kno there were times we pushed you out of your comfort zone to help you reach your full potential. You have changed my life for the better. Always remember you are unstoppable no matter what life brings you!” During the program, 50 percent of the scores remained to be earned by the evening’s performance. The other 50 percent had already been determined by a review of the participants’ academic records, and interviews with the judges. The evening itself involved a Fitness portion, Self-Expression portion, and Talent demonstration. In the Self-Expression category, sponsored by Hess Lumber and
Home Center, the Coatney Family, and JIMA Solution, the $300 Finalists were Aubrey Corbett, Madelyn Shaw, and Makiya Shulz. The $400 Overall Winner of the category, sponsored by Studio A Dance, was Aubree Palmer. The Fitness Category finalists, sponsored by BC Timbers, Nell J Redfield Memorial Hospital, and The Gym: Total Health and Fitness, receiving $300 were Makiya Shulz, Maren Sperry, and Katie Coatney. The Overall $400 winner of the category sponsored by Oneida Family Dental was Baylee Owens. In the Talent category, the Finalists of the $300 scholarship sponsored by Hess Lumber and Home Center, The Coatney Family, and Joe and Sandra Thomas were Tatum Hess, Katie Coatney, and Madelyn Shaw. The Overall Winner of the category and the $400 scholarship sponsored by Horsley Funeral Homes was Natalie Webster. In the Interview Category, the FinalDYW On Page 2
Health Fair at Hospital
Last week, Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital hosted a Health Fair to raise awareness of some of the routine services that the hospital provides to residents on an ongoing basis. While the services are things that can be arranged for at most times during the week, the Health Fair event provided an easy and scheduling free way to access some routine and recommended health information for the many people who took advantage of the opportunity. Available during the morning and afternoon open access time were Nurses Mindy Allen, Karren Edwards, Jade Daniels, and Michelle Madsen to check blood pressure, BMI and other vitals. Registered Dietician Pamela Mills was available for consultation on nutrition and healthy eating, with additional material for those in need of diabetes specific food and selfcare guidelines. A Diabetes Support Group is held at the hospital every fourth Thursday at 1:00 p.m. Clinic Director Alicia Bell provided information about the large number of services provided by the
clinic right here in Malad, including things you may not have considered such as sleep studies. According to Hospital CEO John Williams, the sleep study changed his sleep habits forever after he found out he would benefit from oxygen while sleeping. “Now I can’t sleep without the thing [CPAP machine] on,” he said. The hospital and clinic also provide in-house and telehealth mental health services, oncology screenings, chemotherapy, acute care, pain management services, orthopedics, gynecology services, ENT treatment, surgery, and many others. While the Health Fair provided a visible and easy way to access screening services, routine lab work and health checks can be obtained most open hours during Carie Sue Beyler receives a quick BMI test from Pamela Mills. the week by checking in at the front desk. A simple form and a quick ventative screenings can course less expensive.” blood draw is all that is save everyone a lot of pain If you missed the Health needed for a blood panel, down the road,” ComFair, you can stop in to which can be used to promunity Relations Direcobtain the same services vide a wide range of health tor Kathy Hubbard said. at the front desk during information to patients. “Finding out about any isnormal business hours, “There are a million sues early makes treatment or call 208-766-2231 for studies that show that premuch, much easier, and of availability.
INSIDE THE ENTERPRISE Community Notes........................................ Pg. 3 Candidate Profiles....................................... Pg. 4 Puzzles......................................................... Pg. 9
Letters to the Editor.............................. Pg. 11-12 Mother's Day Special Section.............Pg. 13-15 MHS Baseball and Softball....................... Pg. 16
The plains states were covered by tornado activity on Monday, generating hail, strong winds, and at least one deadly tornado touchdown in Osage County, Oklahoma. At least one person was reported dead as a result of the storm, and dozens of homes and structures were damaged. Damage was also reported in Missouri and Tennessee, and a total of 244 storms were reported across the Midwest over the course of the day, with 17 of them being tornado reports.
American soldier detained in Russia
Staff Sgt. Gordon Black has been detained in Vladivostok, Russia on suspicion of theft, according to reports from Russian media. The story is somewhat unclear, as Black was not authorized by the Defense Department to travel to Russia, and did not request official clearance before leaving his station in Korea for leave before a planned return to the US to be stationed in Texas. The Russian Foreign Ministry told the Russian news agency TASS that the arrest was “not related to politics or espionage.” The theft was of the property of a private citizen, and the matter was considered to be one of a domestic nature, though it was unclear how the soldier was involved in the incident. There are several US citizens who have been declared wrongly detained in Russia, and the State Department is keeping an eye on the situation.
Gas prices remain volatile across Idaho
A report for AAA on Monday states that gas prices have posted a decrease across the state for the first time since February, falling to an average of $3.88, which is one cent cheaper than last week, although it is still four cents more than last month at this time, and eleven cents more than it was last year. Although a notable decrease in process occurred over the winter months, the “summer driving season” is generally seen as starting on Memorial Day weekend, and lasts through the fall. The falling cost of oil internationally might potentially help cushion the expected summer increase, according to analysts.
Lincoln Day Tickets
Tickets for the Lincoln Day Dinner and Auction are still available for purchase. The dinner, scheduled for May 18 at 6:00 p.m.. will be voters’ last official chance to hear from and meet with candidates running for the various county positions in the upcoming May 21st primary. All candidates running for office have been invited to attend the event, and many have confirmed already. The keynote speaker for the event is Jim Noorlander, who has a long record in conservative politics. Tickets can be obtained by using the QR Code inside the paper, or calling Karen Kerr at (509) 528-8962.
Lady Dragons finish another undefeated Softball regular season
The dominance of Malad’s Softball team continues unabated, as they finished the season beating Soda Springs, West Side, and the 4A Sky View bobcats from Smithfield. The team enters district play the top seed, and will host the upcoming tournament games. See the full story on Page 13.