Malad | April 9, 2026

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Oneida County Welcomes Easter

Over the Easter weekend, a range of events took place in Oneida County, both devotional and candy-based. It was a busy weekend with something for everyone, from the youngest toddlers to the more well-seasoned adults.

Spring Break Friday saw the Teenage Scavenger Hunt, which ultimately sent dozens of teenagers out into the community in groups both large and small to find all of the mystery locations in order to win prizes. Many local businesses and groups were involved, and participation increased over last year, even with Spring Break as factor. Kids ran around the downtown area all afternoon filling out their sheets, including trying to track down the “Where’s Waldo?” vehicle that moved from location to location throughout the day.

On Saturday, the large scale Easter Egg hunt was held at the City Park in Malad, and while less muddy and snowy than some years, it was still a bit chilly as kids raced around looking for eggs, meeting the Easter bunny, and taking some time to play on the new playground equipment.

Bright and early Sunday, the Interfaith Council hosted a Sunrise Easter service. Members of Malad’s many faith communities came out to the packed event under the pavilion,

which featured devotional readings as well as Easter music.

Taylor Smith provided music throughout the service. Ron Fesler served as the moderator for the event.

An opening prayer was led by Tina Fesler, followed by the singing of the hymn “In the Garden” with the congregation.

Bishop Jason Kimberling provided the scripture and inspiration, as did Pastor Jack Harwell, and Bishop Ben Naylor.

Fred Clavell read from John 20, recounting the events of the empty tomb and the meeting with Mary Magdalene.

Emily Christiansen, Carrie Ann Jensen, and Pennie Wolf sang the special musical number “I Know My Redeemer Lives.”

Special music was also provided by The Malad Valley Community Chirus, who performed “Beautiful Savior” under the direction of Ralph Bennett, accompanied by Maggi Lund.

Taylor Smith and Aaliyah Smith performed “O Lord, My Redeemer.”

The congregation joined in singing “Christ the Lord Risen Today!”, followed by a closing prayer by Brian Jeppsen.

Following the sunrise service, members of the public were invited to a

potluck community breakfast at the Victory Baptist Church.

While last week’s weather was cloudy and cold, the sun rose brilliantly and warmly on Easter morning. (Though heaters were on site at the pavilion to help the warming process!) Church services were held at various locations across the valley, with General Conference also taking place over the weekend. A report on conference by Allison Eliason is also included in this edition of the paper.

From all of us at the Enterprise to you, Happy Easter, and Happy Spring!

EASTER On Page 10

New playground open at City Park

For many grandparents visiting town for last week’s Grandparents Day at Malad Elementary School, the sight of the new playground at the City Park must have been quite a surprise. Even for those who live near the park in Malad, the speed with which the project went from initial construction to complete park was impressive.

The Playground committee and the city have been discussing an official ribbon cutting in the weeks leading up to last Thursday, but nothing had been finalized by that point. Local youth groups assisted with the placement of the bark-substitute ground material last Wednesday evening, and while there are still a few odd and ends to complete—including the large sign that will list the names of supporters, donors, and all those who contributed to the development and installation of the playground—there is no denying that the playground is a big, impressive structure. With grandparents day the day following the playground’s more or less complete installation there was no chance that it would stay uninhabited until official word was given. Late Wednesday evening word had already spread, and by Thursday morning the playground was already swarmed with kids who had been waiting months to see what the new facility would be like.

Based on the level of excitement and activity the playground has generated in the week since its unofficial opening, it’s safe to say that it has been an enormous hit so far. The older playground equipment (which is now fenced off at the western end of the park’s walking path) had reached a point where it was no longer capable of being easily restored, and had not been used very frequently by visitors to the park anymore. A quick trip over to the new playground after school hours will quickly demonstrate that such is no longer that case.

The new equipment takes its place just in time for a number of spring and summer events, where it will un-

doubtedly be a huge hit. The recreation department has already mentioned the idea of potentially expanding the Little League tournament to bring in more teams—there is little doubt that the new playground is a major asset in selling those types of events to visitors. Events like the tournament bring in whole families, most of whom have young kids in tow. A location like the playground makes for an excellent draw for families in that situation.

The Fourth of July, Summer Reading program, family gatherings, pickleball tournaments, and many more events will be aided by the new playground. And of course, Malad and Oneida County residents themselves will likely experience a re-awakened appreciation of the park as a central location in town, especially those with young kids.

As word of a date and time for an official ribbon-cutting or opening event is made available, we will make sure to present that information in our pages.

Bondi ousted

In an extremely busy and consequential week, President Donald Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi after roughly 14 months in the position, ending a controversial tenure closely aligned with the stated Trump agenda. Bondi aggressively reshaped the Department of Justice, including removing career officials and pursuing cases against Trump’s political opponents. However, reports indicate Trump grew frustrated with her performance, particularly her failure to secure major prosecutions against rivals and her handling of sensitive issues such as the Jeffrey Epstein files. Despite publicly praising her as a loyal ally, Trump replaced her with Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche as acting head of the department. Bondi’s tenure drew criticism from both parties, with opponents accusing her of politicizing the Justice Department, while some supporters believed she had not gone far enough in advancing Trump’s priorities.

In the last roughly two-week period, several other administration officials were removed or departed. Home Land Security’s Kristi Noem had already been dismissed weeks earlier, marking a first major cabinet-level change. Within the military, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth oversaw the removal or forced departure of senior officers including Randy George, along with David Hodne and William Green. Other changes have included the brief tenure and exit of Katie Zacharia and the departure of Corey Lewandowski from the Department of Homeland Security.

Airman rescued

On April 5, 2026, a U.S. airman was successfully rescued after a dramatic, high-risk mission deep inside Iran during the ongoing conflict. The airman, a weapons systems officer aboard an F-15E fighter jet, had ejected when the aircraft was shot down by Iranian forces. Injured and alone, he survived for roughly 36 hours in mountainous terrain, hiding from search parties and reportedly evading capture while armed with only a handgun.

U.S. forces launched a complex rescue involving special operations units, helicopters, and drones, along with intelligence support and deceptive tactics to mislead Iranian forces. The mission included intense combat conditions, with aircraft taking fire and some equipment losses reported.

Despite these challenges, the airman was extracted safely and transported for medical treatment. The operation was widely described as one of the most daring U.S. search-and-rescue missions in recent history.

UCLA over South Carolina 79-51

In the 2026 NCAA Women's Basketball Championship, the UCLA Bruins women's basketball faced the South Carolina Gamecocks women's basketball in a highly competitive final. South Carolina entered as a dominant, defense-focused team, while UCLA relied on balanced scoring and perimeter play. The game was tightly contested through the first half, with multiple lead changes. In the second half, South Carolina’s physical defense and rebounding created separation, limiting UCLA’s scoring opportunities. Key performances from South Carolina’s starters helped them pull ahead late, ultimately securing the national title. UCLA remained competitive but struggled to overcome turnovers and second-chance points.

Evening of the Arts

This year’s Evening of the Arts will celebrate “America 250” by displaying the County’s large Declaration of Independence banner by the front doors of the Event Center. Featuring works by talented local artists, the event will be on Thursday, April 9, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Admission is free, but everyone will have the opportunity to bid on the 50+ items to be raffled off during live and silent auctions throughout the evening.

The live auction will begin at 7:15 and will include a unique metal bell by Doug Adams, watercolors of rocks and pine cones by Dianne Adams, an oil painting of the Tetons from String Lake by Jerry Camp, a 4-burner outdoor griddle from Ward’s Ace Hardware, and a wood pellet grill from Hess Lumber.

Baskets of goods donated by local businesses, organizations, and individuals will provide opportunities to bid on useful and decorative items, including hand tools, car care products, clothing, emergency preparedness items, gift cards to restaurants, tickets to events, computer accessories, food baskets, works of art, beauty and health care products, afghans and blankets, household décor, and toys, just to name a few of the items that have been donated to this fund raiser.

The silent auction items will be divided into three groups, with the winning bids for items on Table A being announced at 7:00. Winners of items

on Tables B and C will be announced at 7:30 and 7:45. Get there early so you don’t miss out on a special gift for yourself or others.

The Evening of the Arts is an opportunity for local artists to showcase their talents. This year’s featured artists are Nathan Maughan (metal art). Lloyd Bush (turquoise jewelry), Katie Tapp (acrylic painting), Lisa Willie (photography), and Krystal Fonnesbeck (oil and water color paintings).

In addition, art projects by the 4th and 5th graders of Malad Elementary School and works of art by Malad Middle and High School students will be displayed.

Music will be provided by the Malad High School Chamber Choir. Refreshments will be grab-and-go bags of popcorn prepared by the culinary arts students at Malad High School. Greeting cards featuring Oneida County scenes taken by local photographers will be for sale.

All proceeds will go toward the purchase of much-needed equipment and ongoing renovation of patient rooms in our local Hospital. The Evening of the Arts is the major fund raiser sponsored by the Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital Foundation.

Members of the Foundation Board are Lynn Moore, Chair, Kallie Blaisdell, Bonnie John, Paula Davis, Debbie Bean, Brandon Ekstrom, Jody Farr, Elvin Hill, Kathy Hubbard, Krista Karn, Grant Steed, John Williams, and Jean Thomas (ex officio).

Oneida Hall of Fame inductees announced

The Oneida County Hall of Fame is proud to announce the inductees for 2026. Dotty Thorpe Evanson will be honored for her service to education and the community. Griff Jenkins will be honored for business and community service. DelMar Williams will be honored for business and military service.

The inductees will be honored at the 15th Hall of Fame banquet on Saturday, May 9, at the Event Center at the Fairgrounds. Family, friends, and the public are invited to come to the dinner to honor this year’s inductees.

A catered dinner will be served at 6:00 p.m. with the inductees there ahead of time to visit with friends and family.

Tickets for the banquet are $35 and can be obtained from Susan Wittman (208-709-6888) or at the Malad City Office. Only a limited number of tickets will be available at the door so please get your tickets ahead of the date.

The newest members of the Hall of Fame will be recognized at Malad High School’s graduation on Wednesday, May 20.

Those who have been inducted to the Hall of Fame in the past are LaDell Andersen, John V. Evans,

Key Dates - April 1776

April 1, 1776: Following the British evacuation of Boston on March 17, George Washington continued organizing the movement of the Continental Army toward New York City, which he recognized as the next strategic target.

Early April 1776: Benjamin Franklin made a difficult trip to Canada as part of a failed diplomatic mission to persuade the French Canadians to join the American cause.

April 1776 (Mid-month): The Continental Congress, spurred by the success of removing the British from Boston, began discussing the formal separation from Great Britain.

April 12 Located on the Roanoke River, the town of Halifax developed into a commercial and political center at the time of the American Revolution. North Carolina’s Fourth Provincial Congress met in Halifax in the spring of 1776. On April 12 that body unanimously adopted a document later called the “Halifax Resolves,” which was the first official action by an entire colony recommending independence from England.

“Spirit of ‘76”: The year 1776 is recognized as the “critical year,” where the war shifted from resisting tyranny to fighting for complete independence.

Preceding Actions: The Siege of Boston (ending March 17, 1776) was a major victory that bolstered colonial morale just before April.

Declaration Signer

Thomas Heyward

South Carolinians weren’t thinking about separation from England in the spring of 1776. Older colonial leaders were busy setting up a colonial

Mabel Jones Gabbott, William M. Jardine, William J. Rutter, Jim Williams, Lucile Harrison, Marvin Hess, Myra Jean John, Ralph R. Harding, Colen Sweeten, Jr., Conrad C. Alder, Stan and Erma Thomas, Dennis and Brenda Thomas, Helen Jean Jones, O.H. Mabey, Curt Hoskins, Terry Jones, Florence Ipsen Bowman, J.D. Williams, Darl Gleed, Gene and Kay Caldwell, Leon J. (Don) Castleton, Mark Howard, Ed and Wendy Jones, Thomas H. and Margaret Williams, M. Joe Davis, Terrill Schwartz, Gloria Jean Thomas, Spence and Debbie Horsley, Elton Ashton, and Roslyn Brimhall. Their plaques are on display in Malad High School.

Members of the 2025-26 Oneida County Hall of Fame Committee are Chair Tom Jenkins, Vice-Chair Nacona Smith, Secretary Susan Wittman, Gene Caldwell, Kay Caldwell, Sharee Blaisdell, Terrill Schwart, Scott Alder, and Wendi Blaisdell.

Additional information about this year’s inductees will be published in future editions of The Idaho Enterprise , who would also like to extend our congratulations to Jenkins, Williams, and Enterprise regular Dotty Evanson.

constitution, so younger men were sent to attend Congress in Philadelphia. The average age of the four delegates from Southa Carolina was 29. Thomas Heyward, educated in London and from a wealthy plantation family, was considered to be an outstanding poet. Heward signed the Declaration of Independence and stayed on to sign the Articles of Confederation.

Returning from Philadelphia in 1778, Heyward became a circuit judge and an officer in the militia. During the siege of Charleston, Heyward presided over the trial of several Loyalists convicted of treasonous correspondence with the enemy. He caused a sensation when he had them executed in full view of the British troops. In 1779, Heyward was wounded during an attack along South Carolina’s coast near his home. The following year, the British ransacked his home and captured him.

Imprisoned at St. Augustine, Florida, he celebrated the Fourth of July by changing the words of the song “God Save the King” to “God Save the Thirteen States.” Needless to say, the song became popular throughout the colonies.

The remainder of his life was devoted to agriculture as he helped found and became the first president of the Agricultural Society of South Carolina. He died in 1809 at the age of 62.

The Friends of the Museum campaign raises funds to support the continuing efforts of remodeling and maintaining the museum building, as well as restoring and preserving the museum's holdings and collections. There are a number of specific projects underway this year, including upstairs remodeling to make the storage space into display areas, handrails on the stairways, the rehanging of the wooden sign, and more.

Friends Of Museum campaign underway

The 11th annual “Friends of the Museum” campaign is underway with the goal of raising funds to continue the many remodeling and preservation projects at our local Oneida Pioneer Museum. To become a “Friend of the Museum,” just mail your donation to the Museum at P.O. Box 79, Malad, ID 83252, or scan the QR Code on the website: www.oneidapioneermuseum.org.

The levels of membership commemorate the methods used by pioneers to reach the Malad Valley:

$20-$49 – Annual

$50-$99 – Handcart

$100-$199 – Covered Wagon

$200-$499 – Stagecoach

$500+ -- Steam Engine

Located at 27 Bannock Street, the Museum is housed in the former R.B. Davis Drug Store, which was built in 1914. When the Davis family deeded the building to the Muse-

um in 2012, it became the permanent home for hundreds of Oneida County artifacts.

The 110-year-old building needs constant upkeep and repair. Repair work on the parapets and cornices at the top of the building is underway (which meant unhousing a lot of pigeons) so that chunks of the roof will not fall off. The upstairs remodeling project continues so that the former boarding rooms can be used for exhibits. The foundation of the Museum needs repair. The large wooden sign will be ready to be rehung before the Museum opens in May. Handrails from the old elementary school are being installed on the stairways to the top floor.

Several projects are underway to preserve some of the collections housed in the Museum. The hundreds of books, journals, histories, obituaries, pictures, yearbooks, and

Idaho AEYC Launches program to Support Idaho Families Welcoming Babies

Becoming a parent is exciting, joyful, and sometimes ... overwhelming. Knowing what your baby needs to grow, learn, and develop is important, but it can be hard to know where to begin. That's why Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children (Idaho AEYC) created You’ve Got This! From The Start, a program designed to support Idaho families from a child’s birth through kindergarten entry, at no cost.

As part of the campaign launch, Idaho AEYC will distribute 1,700 play kits for FREE (while supplies last). Each kit includes board books, soft blocks, balls, a plush cuddle toy, and parent guides that promote learning, play, and connection. This program will connect families with high-quality materials and resources and ongoing learning opportunities; simplifying how parents support their child’s learning and growth from day one.

Idaho parents expecting a baby in 2026 are encouraged to enroll and take the first step in this supportive journey. Over the first five years of a child’s life, a critical window for

brain development, families will receive ongoing, developmentally appropriate resources and learning opportunities that reinforce early childhood development and strong parent-child relationships.

“You’ve Got This! From the Start puts parents in the driver’s seat with age-age-appropriate toys and tools that make early learning feel doable,” says, Nicole Criner, Executive Director of Idaho AEYC. “Families face a constant stream of decisions. We’re here to offer support and guidance that helps parents feel even more confident in the decisions they’re already making for their child.”

The program removes common barriers families face, including cost and access to materials, by providing everything free of charge. By simplifying early learning support, Idaho AEYC aims to ensure every Idaho child gets a strong start in life.

Because when it comes to supporting your child’s growth — You’ve Got This! For more information or to enroll, visit idahoaeyc. org/youve-got-start or contact outreach@idahoaeyc.org

documents are being scanned and digitized, thanks to the efforts of Brent Bowen. The Museum’s collection of artifacts is being inventoried and catalogued so that items can be found more easily and displays can be rotated more often. The main floor is being reorganized to allow for easier access to the large collection of printed materials and includes a Welsh corner to celebrate the settling of Malad Valley by large numbers of pioneers from Wales. The pioneer-era portrait collection is one of the best in the state, and the Museum continues to receive donations of portraits that need preservation work. The clothing and quilt preservation project is almost completed, but more donations mean that more dust covers and archival boxes need to be purchased.

Some of these projects have been partially funded by grants from Idaho

Heritage Trust, Idaho State Historical Society, and the Rocky Mountain Power Foundation. However, most grants require matching funds, and some projects end up costing more than the grant amount. Therefore, the “Friends of the Museum” are invaluable partners in preserving the history of Oneida County and ensuring that future generations have the opportunity to see pioneer life through the artifacts, archives, and displays at the Museum.

In preparation for the seasonal opening of the Museum, the local camp of the Daughters of Utah Pioneers will assist in cleaning the main floor and mezzanine of the Museum to show appreciation for their using the Museum for their monthly meetings. The Museum will hold its annual bake sale on Saturday, May 23, to celebrate opening for the summer visitor season.

Dear Future Distinguished Young Woman,

We are excited to have the Mini DYW as an addition to our program for 2026. This gives younggirls in 2nd-5th grades a short appearance in our Malad’s Distinguished Young Womenprogram by walking onto the stage, walking across the stage, and introducing themselves. Your daughter will also have a short interaction time with this year’s DYW participants. Thishelps build confidence, self worth, and stage presence.The program this year will be held at the Marsh Valley Performing Arts Center on May 2, 2026.In order for your daughter to participate, she must attend these mandatory rehearsals, aswell as practice as home. This is to ensure she is prepared to be on stage. Friday, April 24 (9:15-10:30 a.m.) Malad Elementary School GymnasiumFriday, May 1 (7:00 p.m.) Marsh Valley Performing Arts Center (Dress Rehearsal)Tickets are

$5. (Mini DYW participants do not need to purchase a ticket.)Saturday, May 2 (7:00 p.m.) Marsh Valley Performing Arts Center (Program) Tickets are $12. (Mini DYW participants do not need to purchase a ticket.)Mini DYW participants will wear a dress and nice dress shoes - no flip flops. She willannounce herself at the microphone by stating her name, her parents’ names, and “I believein myself by...” “believe” - this is the program theme. Please practice at home, so yourdaughter is confident. It is great to encourage your daughter to slow down when speaking,enunciate, and enjoy herself - the audience loves personality!This is always a joy to watch our future DYW participants express themselves on stage. Pleaseconsider participating in our program. If you have any questions, please reach out by callingor texting Callie Werk at 406-289-0614.

Thursday, April 9, 2026 6:00 - 8:00 pm Oneida County Event Center

Malad FFA at State Convention

BY LYNDEE NIMER

The Malad FFA chapter had the opportunity to attend the 96th Idaho State FFA Convention this past week. They had many outstanding achievements, highlighting the dedication and talents of members across multiple events.

A major highlight of the convention was the recognition of several students who earned their Idaho State FFA Degree, one of the highest degrees given at the state level. BreElle Ferree, Kelty Thomas, Aubrey Shulz, Kambrea Higley, Paislee Davis, and Carter Smith were all awarded this degree, reflecting their commitment to agricultural education, leadership, and supervised agricultural experiences.

Malad FFA members also demonstrated strong performances in Career Development Events.

Teams competed in Livestock Judging, Floriculture, Agriculture Education, and Horse Judging.

They represented the chapter well, showcasing their knowledge and practical skills in agriculture-related fields.

Individually, BreElle Ferree earned 5th place in the state in Agricultural Education, an impressive accomplishment in a hands-on teaching competition.

The chapter’s scrapbook was another major success, earning gold and taking first place in the State. This scrapbook highlights the chapter’s ability to effectively document and present its activities, leadership efforts, and community involvement throughout the year.

Additionally, Lyndee Nimer competed in Extemporaneous Public Speaking, demonstrating strong communication skills and the ability to think critically on agricultural topics.

Overall, the Malad FFA chapter’s performance at the state convention reflects a year of hard work, leadership, and dedication.

War on Weeds—weeds are everybody’s problem

THE ISSUE: Prostrate Knotweed

Prostrate knotweed (Polygonum aviculare) is a low-growing summer annual commonly found in lawns, high-traffic areas, waste areas, and along driveways and sidewalks. Prostrate knotweed provides a food source to birds and mammals but is also a known host for many fungi, viruses, and nematodes. Prostrate knotweed quickly covers bare soil preventing native plant species from becoming established. Toxins from its roots and leaves alter the composition of the soil, making it unsuitable for native species.

Prostrate knotweed is a low-growing plant with wiry stems that radiate out from a central point and grow up to 2 feet in length. Small leaves and tiny white or pink flowers emerge from nodes that are covered in a papery sheath. Flowers have 5 petals and green centers.

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Options:

• Cultural – Prostrate knotweed thrives in compacted soils. Avoid compacted soils by aeration. Apply a 3-inch-deep layer of mulch to planting beds to reduce seed germination.

• Mechanical – Hand pulling plants before they go to seed. Rototilling or hoeing will also effectively eliminate plants.

• Chemical – A complete list of approved chemicals is available on www.pnwhandbooks.org.

Type “prostrate knotweed” in the search, then select “Annual Broadleaf Weeds in New Stands” for recommendations. Always read and follow herbicide label directions!

Tom Jacobsen, University of Idaho Extension Educator in Fremont County. (208) 624-3102 tjacobsen@uidaho. edu and Justin Hatch, University of Idaho Extension Educator in Caribou County. (208) 547-3205

The Malad FFA Alumni & Supporters would like to thank everyone who attended our dinner and auction. We’d also like to thank the many businesses and individuals who donated items to our auctions, participated in the event or helped with the food for dinner. Our event would not have been possible without all of the wonderful donations and support we received. We raised over $15,000 dollars from our dinner, silent auction, and live auction. All of the funds from the auction assist our local Malad FFA members with scholarship opportunities, classroom materials, supervised agricultural experiences, as well as conference registration and events. As an Alumni & Supporters chapter, we are very excited to see all the opportunities we can help make possible for our Malad

FFA members with these funds. Registration for the Malad FFA Alumni & Supporters is currently open. We would love to have you join our membership and help our local FFA members. You do not have to be a past FFA member or even be involved in agriculture. If you have a passion for supporting the youth of our community, please join our chapter. For questions, contact one of the council members below. For upcoming Malad FFA Alumni & Supporters events, like and follow the Malad FFA Alumni & Supporters on Facebook and Instagram.

President: Wes Allen (208) 540-2407 (text or call)

Vice President: Shaunie Jenkins (208) 805-7492 (text or call)

Treasurer/Secretary: Lacey Clark (208) 339-0151 (text or call)

The City of Malad is currently accepting applications for a Maintenance Crew position. This role involves general maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of city facilities, streets, and public areas. Applicants should be dependable, hardworking, and able to work in a variety of weather conditions.

Requirements may include: • Valid driver’s license • Ability to operate equipment and tools • Strong work ethic and reliability

Apply

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SCHOOL MENU

Malad Elementary BreakfastServed with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk

Monday, April 13 - Cereal Assortment, Mini Pancakes

BY GRAMMA DOT

Right in front of the big, white house where I grew up as a child stood three huge trees…they might have been cottonwoods…towering on the south side of the house between the sidewalk and the road. They provided great shade on summer afternoons and between those trees was dirt…no grass…just good old dirt providing a perfect canvas for kids to create.

Santa brought Ed a Fred Flintstone set for Christmas one year, complete with four-to-six-inch Stone-age houses, feet-propelled cars and figures of Barney, Fred and the crew. We spent hours excavating our own Bedrock in the dirt and often left the town standing for days at a time.

One day, I was strolling my little sister, Tammy, down the sidewalk when I saw a huge snake coiled up between two of the trees. It looked like a prehistoric dinosaur invading Bedrock. I’d been navigating the cracked and heaved sidewalk, so I was pushing the stroller on just the two back wheels. The sight stopped me cold and, in my surprise, I let go

of the stroller letting it fall backward with Tam in it. I grabbed her and ran in the house to Mom.

All the dads in the neighborhood were at work, except for Rayford Benson, the town mortician. Mom called him right away. Now, Rayford wasn’t the type you’d picture fighting snakes, he was a dignified guy who we mostly saw in a suit. But down the street he came with his hoe in hand, and he was not wearing a suit.

By the time Rayford arrived, the snake had slithered into the growth around the center tree, and several moms and kids had congregated a safe distance back. No one knew what kind of snake it was. With the neighborhood watching, Rayford started poking around the center tree and when the snake moved, Rayford responded. He was pretty quick with that hoe.

Rayford turned out to be a real snake hunter. The Bedrock behemoth lost his head, the danger was gone and Life was Good again. The snake turned out to be a large blow snake and Rayford turned out to be a hero!

ON THIS DAY

1833 First US tax-supported public library opens in Peterborough, New Hampshire

1865 Confederate General Robert E. Lee and 26,765 troops surrender at Appomattox Court House to US Lieutenant General Ulysses S. Grant, ending the civil War in Northern Virginia

1910 First recorded sighting of Halley's Comet, seen in Gore, New Zealand

1950 Bob Hope's first TV appearance

1962 34th Academy Awards: "West Side Story" (Best Picture, Director, and 8 more), Sophia Loren (Two Women) & Maximilian Schell (Judgement At Nuremberg) win

1962 US President John F. Kennedy throws out first ball at Washington's new DC Stadium

BIRTHDAYS

Rachael Clark, April 10

Elizabeth Hansen, April 10

Mike Marshall, April 10

Martha Rowe, April 10

Bayla Tripp, April 10

Kurt Blaisdell, April 11

Craig Buttars, April 11

Kristy Eliason, April 11

Gage Jones, April 11

Bob Kent, April 11

Bonnie Murphey, April 11

Bowdrie Price, April 11

Bradey Smith, April 11

Gary Woodward, April 11

Jay Baker, April 12

Rod Moon, April 12

Karla Moss, April 12

Lee Roper, April 12

Tony Gibbs, April 13

1963 Winston Churchill becomes first honorary US citizen

1965 First baseball game at Houston Astrodome, Astros beat NY Yankees 2-1 in exhibition as Mickey Mantle hits MLB's first indoor homerun; US President Lyndon Johnson and wife Lady Bird attend

1967 First Boeing 737 (a 100 series) makes its maiden flight

1968 Martin Luther King Jr. buried in Atlanta

1975 First appearance of sports mascot, the San Diego Chicken

2012 "The Lion King" becomes highest grossing Broadway show, overtaking "The Phantom of the Opera"

Tuesday, April 14 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Bagel Pizza

Wednesday, April 15 - Cereal Assortment, Benefit Bar

Thursday, April 16 - Cereal Assortment, French Toast Sticks

Malad Elementary LunchServed with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk

Monday, April 13 - Chicken Nuggets, Pretzel w/Cheese Sause, Food Choice - Carrot Sticks or Apricots

Tuesday, April 14 - Hamburger Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Roll, Food Choice - Green Beans or Apple

Wednesday, April 15 - Chicken Sandwich, Chips, Food ChoiceCorn or Peaches

Malad Middle & High School

Breakfast - Served with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk

Monday, April 13 - Cereal Assortment, Waffle

Tuesday, April 14 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Bar

Wednesday, April 15 - Cereal Assortment, Sausage Egg Biscuit

Thursday, April 16 - Cereal Assortment, Mini Strawberry Bagel

Malad Middle & High School

Lunch - Served with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk

Monday, April 13 - Beef & Cheddar, Baked Fries, Salad Bar, Food Choice - Carrot Sticks or Fruit Cocktail

Tuesday, April 14 - Chicken Tenders, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Roll, Salad Bar, Food Choice - Green Beans or Pears

Wednesday, April 15 - Pulled Pork Nachos, Salad Bar, Food ChoiceCorn or Peaches

Thursday, April 16 - Mini Calzone, Garlic Break, Salad Bar, Food Choice - Sliced Cucumbers or Apple

Curlew Senior Citizens’ Menu

Every meal served with Juice/ Milk/Coffee & Salad Bar April 14 - Taco Salad, Corn Tortilla Chips, Fruit, Dessert April 16 - Hamburgers, Fries, WG Buns, Fruit, Veggies, Dessert

Malad Senior Citizens’ Menu

Every meal served with Juice/ Milk/Coffee April 10 - Sloppy Joes, Baked Beans, Peaches, Dessert April 15 - Enchilada Casserole, Salad Bar, Pears, Dessert

Free Dental Sealants for Stone Elementary Students

Helping Idaho Children Prevent Cavities

Malad, Idaho (3/26/2026) – Beginning 4/9/2026, Stone Elementary, K - 3rd graders can receive free dental sealants and fluoride varnish on-site at school through Delta Dental of Idaho's Grins on the Go program.

Wendy Hess, April 13

Colton Beck, April 14

Bonnie Davis, April 14

Jacqueline Harding, April 14

Madison Jones, April 14

Charley Marble, Jr., April 14

Saige Smith, April 14

Lamonte Thomas, April 14

Sam Woodward, April 14

Tyson Haven, April 15

Nancy Asay, April 16

Linda Daniels Picard, April 16

Candice Hill, April 16

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Dental sealants are essential: they fill the deep grooves of a child’s back teeth, where 90% of childhood cavities occur. The fluoride varnish provides extra protection for smooth tooth surfaces.

Grins on the Go clinics take place on-site at schools as part of Delta Dental of Idaho’s Community Outreach efforts.

For more information, please call Delta Dental Community Outreach at 1-866-894-3563.

About Delta Dental of Idaho Delta Dental of Idaho is the leading dental benefits carrier in the state, providing quality, affordable dental plans for both companies and individuals. We are a not-for-profit organization seeking to improve the dental health of all Idahoans through our plan offerings and community outreach programs. Nationally, Delta Dental member companies provide coverage to more than 80 million Americans. For more information, visit deltadentalid.com.

To receive these FREE cavity prevention treatments, children must attend Stone Elementary and have a signed health history and permission form from a parent or guardian. Permission forms are available at the school. The Grins on the Go clinic is entirely free—there is no cost, and the program does not bill Medicaid or private insurance.

LOOKING BACK

5 YEARS AGO (2021)

Valedictorian and salutatorian for the Class of 2021 was recently announced by Malad High School, with Hallee Haycock named as valedictorian and Mikki Clark named as salutatorian. Both will speak during Commencement Exercises on May. 26.

On Saturday morning, lots of kids showed up at Malad City Park with parents in tow, carrying Easter baskets, or sometimes just a grocery sack, to fill with candy-filled plastic Easter eggs donated by residents and businesses.

10 YEARS AGO (2016)

Malad High School had nine students along with two advisors and three other adults explore many of the historical sites in the eastern United States last week as part of the Visions program. The tour is titled the Lady Liberty Tour.

The Malad High School group left last Wednesday, March 23, headed for the Salt Lake International Airport. Just days after the latest bombing in the airport in Brussels, the students were aware the security would be high as they headed to the airport but were able to board their flight and head off to the JFK Airport in New York City very early on Thursday, March 24. Rockland High School students accompanied Malad on this trip. Making the trip were: Aubree Davis, Rachel Green, Paige Gunter, Natalie Jensen, Ashley Rosenhoover, Keegan Peterson, Sadie Simpson, Shaylynn Ward, and Calvin Willie. Advisors for the trip were Julie Green and Brian Jadwin. Also joining the group to accompany their children on this memorable trip were Ginger Davis, Elaine Gunter, and Tina Simpson.

The 2015-2016 Malad High School wrestling season officially came to an end at the awards banquet on Friday, March 24. The wrestlers received their letters and other awards presented by the coaching staff. Wrestlers receiving awards at the banquet were Dallin Atkinson, Cody Weeks, Rhett Daniels, Chet Potter, Hazen Smith, Chase Davis, Tucker Hess, Kolby Driessen, Hugo Ramos and Dallin Ward.

15 YEARS AGO (2011)

The USDA-Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) recently welcomed Nathan Hamilton as the newly appointed Soil Conservationist at the Malad field office.

Beginning in early 1935, The Works Progress Administration (renamed during 1939 as the Work Projects Administration; WPA) employed millions to carry out public works projects, including the construction of the old Oneida County Hospital building which is now the Oneida County Clinic. They also constructed two tennis courts and one running track. Rock walls around Harding Field are also included in the WPA projects in Oneida County, and a portion of the 2,653 lineal feet of retaining walls built during the years 1935 and 1943. The Oneida

County Courthouse, a WPA project, was completed in 1939.

Paula and LaNae Wakley won the 1st Doubles, Division II, with a score of 1412, at the Idaho State Women’s Bowling Tournament.

The Malad High School Music Department had several students earn high ratings in the recent district solo-ensemble competition. Those competing were KayLee Teeples, Josselyn Ramos, Heather Origer, Ilan Anderson, Chris Austin, Josh Stevens, Jacob Tubbs and James Wright.

20 YEARS AGO (2006)

Danny Hess and Emily Treasure will represent the Malad High School Class of 2006 as Valedictorians with Hailey Willie as the class’s Salutatorian. Danny has maintained a 4.0 grade average and scored 29 on his ACT test. Emily has a 3.95 grade point average and scored an astounding 33 on her ACT test. Hailey has a 3.98 grade point average and scored a 27 on her ACT test.

Class members who earned the right to be in the Top 10 Percent of the Class of 2006 includes Danny Hess, Emily Treasure, Hailey Willie, Lacy Davis, Chelsey Jenkins, Tyler Richards, Elizabeth Kent and Logan Pfeiffer.

The Top 25 Percent academically of the Class of 2006 will add in Elise Blaisdell, Ashelee Wakley, Janiece Stromberg, Natalie Hess, Bobby Hannah, Becky Colton, Caleb Morrison, Tazya Williams and Blake Baker.

After several years of study, Oneida County Commissioners have decided to put the jail proposal on the ballot for a general obligation bond. They unanimously passed a resolution to this effect. The decision was made upon the recommendation of the Oneida Jail Committee.

Malad’s After School Program is bringing something new to the community. April 13, the Ballo Capesso Ballet Company will perform “Pinocchio, A Real Puppet’s Story.” Ballo Capesso is beginning a new chapter with a ballet series designed to involve area students as both audience and performer.

30 YEARS AGO (1996)

The Law Office of Whittier, Souza & Naftz has served notice to Oneida County that it is bowing out of its public defender contract at the end of 120 days if the firm doesn’t receive more money for services.

Incumbent Oneida County prosecutor David L. Evans (D) will be challenged at the polls this year with the candidacy filing of an attorney who currently resides and practices law in the state of Utah. Scott W. Holt, Syracuse, Utah, seeks the nod from Oneida County voters on the Republican ticket.

Elder Hutch H. Daniels, son of Joe and Eduarda Daniels, of Malad, has accepted a call to serve in the Brazil, Sao Paulo East LDS Mission. He will enter the Missionary Training Center on Wednesday April 17.

At the court of Honor held on March 23, in honor of Douglas Neal Crowther, he received the Eagle Scout Award. Doug has really enjoyed Scouts and set a goal when he was a Blazer Scout to get his Eagle before his 14th birthday. Through a lot of hard work and effort and a lot of fun, he accomplished his goal.

Bob Ray was honored at a Court of Honor on March 31st in the St. John Ward and was awarded his Eagle Scout Award. Bob organized and helped with the construction of the new horseshoe pits at the Malad City Park, along with members of Troop #475, and the Malad Horse Shoe Club.

Nine-year-old Levi McKay Christiansen, son of Billy and Dawn Christiansen, is the 1996 Malad District “Cub Scout Youth Representative.” The contest was held in January. Levi has been a member of Pack #475 for nearly two years. Others participating were Brayden Eliason, Lex Firth, Trevor Jones, Steven Mason and Trevor Ward.

Dragon basketball standout Bryson Vaughan is this year’s unanimous pick for Idaho’s most outstanding A-3 basketball player. The 6-foot-2 senior guard was named last week as the All Area Player of the Year for the 1996 season. He was also named A-3 Player of the Year.

40 YEARS AGO (1986)

Lara Knutsen, daughter of Byron

and Virginia Knutsen has been selected as the Valedictorian for the Class of 1986 and Lonny Ward, son of Trudy and Welton has been chosen as the Salutatorian.

The upper 10 Percent of the Class of 1986 are Lara Knutsen, Lonny Ward, Travis Atkinson, Heidi Broadhead, Cindy Howard and Don Jones. The Top 25 Percent academically of the Class of 1986 will add in Scott Smith, Heidi Peterson, Sharee Showell, Rod Sweeten, Brock Hill, Michelle Ward, David Jensen, Marc Pett and Dennis Willie.

Nearly a year after ground breaking ceremonies on April 19th of last year, Hess Pumice rolled their first bags of pumice off the line at their new facility last Saturday. It was truly a momentous occasion for everyone connected with the local operation as the huge edifice and all of its equipment was carefully put into place.

At the present time fifteen German exchange students are staying in homes in Malad Valley and attending Malad High School as part of a German-American Student Exchange Program that is now in its fifth year of operation locally, the longest established German exchange still functioning in the state of Idaho.

Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise are the winners in Malad Elementary School’s Young Authors’ contest. They are Jessica Jones, Kameron Alder, Monica Colton, Mary Ann Schauerhamer, Lydia Ward, Beverly Bott, Jenny Thomas, Kortni Russell, Krystal Jacaway, Bethany Dredge, Celeste McMurtrey and Melissa Willie.

50 YEARS AGO (1976)

When a breeze ripples through Malad stirring 240 Liberty Bell wind chimes, residents will remember Cub Scouts in Pack #451 both for adding a bit of music to the air and for helping relieve the tedium facing Hospital Patients here. Eleven scouts under Den Leader Vicki Ekstrom decided that sick people need television to get them through a long day. So these young salesmen went around town peddling bicentennial-styled wind chimes and made quite a pile of money for eight- and nine-year olds. They, along with Vicki, presented a $100 check to Dr. Gerald K. Goodenough, who announced he would match this donation. The group posed for a picture in front of a 15 x 8 ft. mural of the doctor’s ranch, which Lyn Goodenough painted for the new Medical Clinic. Scout-salesmen are Roger Tovey, David Evans, Donny Harding, John Wakley, Brad Nielsen, Tim Ekstrom, Brett Daniels, Rex Williams, Kevin Heindel, Chuck Moon and George Freidenberger.

At a program held in the Malad High School Auditorium, Miss Diane Crowther, a senior was named Oneida County Bicentennial Queen. Diane was chosen from an accomplished group of five finalists, Becky Crowther, Shannon Smith, Delaine Illum and Wendy Thomas, who were judged on their talent, poise and personality, and an essay on the “Pioneer Spirit in America’s Greatness.”

Plans for a major remodeling of the Evans Co-op Department Store were announced this week by the firm’s

management. Extensive changes to both the interior and exterior of the big building will be made, according to Don Evans, president and general manager of the Co-op, Idaho’s oldest department store and also one of the State’s oldest corporations.

60 YEARS AGO (1966)

Enlisting in the U.S. Air Force for four years, Ralph Hanson will leave Thursday for Amarillo, Texas to begin basic training. Probably seeing the longest continuous length of service of any employee in Oneida County with the same firm, Thomas A. Evans marked his 47th year with the Evans Co-op Hardware, Monday, April 4.

“They took my children and cared for them while I was in the hospital with rheumatic fever,” Mrs. Rex Waldron said in her nomination of Mr. and Mr. M. Joe Davis for “People Who Make Oneida”. “They were such very good neighbors to me and my family after I got home, too.” Mr. and Mrs. Davis, both of whom teach at Malad High School, have two children of their own, a daughter, Jacqueline, age 13, and a son, Melvin Jeffery, six. Mr. Davis teaches political science and Mrs. Davis is head of the home economics department. Both are active in the LDS Church. Mr. Davis spends his leisure hours hunting or reading historical novels; Mrs. Davis enjoys sewing and currently devotes much time to Future Homemakers of America, a club for girls enrolled in home economics. She has also worked with 4-H clubs. Farm Bureau Insurance of Oneida County this week announced the appointment of Foster Ipsen as special agent for this county. Mr. Ipsen replaces the late George Mansfield.

70 YEARS AGO (1956)

Ties for valedictorian and also salutatorian of the Malad Junior High School graduating class was announced this week by Principal George Bush. Top honors went to Gordon Lewis and Marilee Dredge. Both pupils completed their junior high work with a grade point average of 3.96 of a possible four. Co-salutatorians with averages of 3.91 are Stephanie Allen and Judith Hughes. Lawrence R. Budge, Jr., airman apprentice, USN is serving with the Air Transport Squadron 21, based at the Barber’s Point Naval Air Station, Oahu, T.H.I. Budge has been assigned to the air traffic department. Before entering the Navy in November 1955, Budge attended Utah State Agricultural College.

The Fourth Ward Gold and Green Ball was held March 24. The hall was decorated in traditional gold and green with umbrellas carrying out the theme, “April Showers”. There were four debutantes honored in the evening Sonja Smith, Sharon Evans, Fay Sweeten, and Deanna Kay Price. Miss Della Beth McAllister, accompanied by Mrs. Mabel Dyreng, sang the theme song.

80 YEARS AGO (1946)

T-Sgt. Lavern Colton has been transferred from Nagoya to Yokahama, Japan, according to word received by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Colton.

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IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF PETER MICHAEL KOMROFSKE, Deceased.

Case No. CV36-26-0036

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed personal representative of the abovenamed decedents. All persons having claims against the said decedents or the estates are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred.

Claims must be presented to the undersigned at the address indicated, and filed with the Clerk of the Court.

DATED this 16th day of March, 2026.

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

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF SCOTT T. MURRAY, a deceased person.

Case No. CV36-26-0022

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Joel Murray has been appointed Personal Representative of the abovenamed decedent. All persons having claims against the decedent or the estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented to the undersigned at the address indicated, and filed with the Clerk of the Court. Dated this 10th day of March, 2026.

/s/Benjamin Neilsen

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SYNOPSIS OF THE MARCH 2026 MINUTES

ONEIDA COUNTY (IDAHO) BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Per IC §31-819

March 2026

March 5, 2026 – Topics discussed and decisions made: The Board voted to remove rumble strips from the grant project and explore options to retain funding. March 9, 2026 – Topics discussed and decisions made: Claims and minutes were approved; an amendment to the February 9, 2026 minutes were. A special meeting was announced for March 12, 2026 regarding the Road Safety Grant (rumble strip) project. A citizen raised concerns about a denied permit and development code clarity and was directed to

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the P&Z Commission. Road ordinances and gravel policy were discussed. A gravel hauling permit application was approved. Overtime pay for Road & Bridge was approved. Updates were provided on the Rocky Mountain Power substation and the Liberty Gold/Black Pine project. Resolution No. 2026-03-01 was approved, accepting a grant for the airport runway lighting and threshold displacement project, and J-U-B Engineering was approved to design that project. A trailer for the weed spraying drone equipment was approved, and the Weed Department’s 5-year plan was discussed. The Monson Canyon Subdivision plat (Mike Asay) was approved. The Sheriff and Board discussed hiring practices and comp time preferences. On-call pay was approved at $3.00 per hour for Sheriff Deputies. Approvals were given for the County Credit Card Policy updates, a collection service agreement with CDI Affiliated Services (CBP Affiliated Services), and courtroom glass table tops. The board discussed an ICRMP premium discount notice, courthouse tree maintenance, NACO training opportunities, and executive session protocols.

March 12, 2026 – Topics discussed and decisions made: A special meeting was held on the Road Safety Grant for Old Highways 191 and 37. The Board voted to withdraw from the grant in its entirety and pay accrued engineering fees of $150,000, with $41,000 remaining.

March 23, 2026 – Topics discussed and decisions made: Claims and minutes were approved. No Board of Equalization was needed. The Hospital Board Member and Courthouse Pine Tree topics were tabled for future discussion. The Road & Bridge Department plans a public awareness campaign to share its activities with the community. A letter of endorsement was signed to support the ambulance department’s application for an EMS grant. The Vertiv Battery Backup service contract renewal was signed. Applications for 2026 property tax exemptions were approved. The sixth amendment of the Oneida County Development Code was approved and signed. Updates to the Airport Hangar Lease were discussed. The Road & Bridge Department was approved to sell or dispose of a pickup truck and purchase a replacement. The Board approved drafting a letter to officially withdraw from the Road Safety Grant for Old Highways 191 and 37 and to pay accrued engineering fees of $150,000, with approximately $41,000 remaining. Bids for concrete, electrical, and roofing are being gathered for the generator installation project at Stone Elementary School. Department updates and highlights were provided by Road & Bridge, Weeds, Emergency Services, and Probation. Probation received approval for an employee to travel in a personal vehicle at the full per diem rate. County comp time and overtime policies were discussed with Sharon Jutila of SMJ Consulting. The Board will continue discussion regarding any policy changes. The Board authorized a commissioner and department head to meet with Contract Services regarding the Weed Department Building design and construction project. Executive Sessions were held per Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) and (b).

Expenditures by fund: General Fund/Current expense, $ 50,144.00; Road & Bridge, $ 115,149.18; Airport, $ 4,603.36; Ambulance, $ 11,887.23; District Court, $ 1,141.57; Fair, County, $ 1,401.67; Justice Fund, $ 102,721.93; Parks & Recreation, $ 37.54; Revaluation, $ 141.74; Tort, $ 83,353.60; Weeds, $ 10,899.83 ; Consolidated Elections, $ 15.61; PILT, $ 2,220.00; E-911, $ 2,529.23; Drug Court/Specialty Court Coordinator, $ 66.25 -- Total - $ 386,312.74

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NEWS OF RECORD

ONEIDA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Mikelle Rayann Hardman, Stansbury Park, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Karen Lee Holgate, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Braedon Brooklyn Rosa, Pocatello, improper right turn, $33.50, costs $56.50

Judd Krag Sweat, Downey, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Darrell Tripp, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

MALAD CITY

Jesus Payan, Logan, driving with expired license, $44.50, costs $56.50

Teven Troy Thomas, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

IDAHO STATE POLICE

Floyd, Shawn Bagley, Star Valley Ranch, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Alora Grace Chapman, Prove, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Karen Frances Turner, Scottdale, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Daniel A Yumul, Clinton, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, cost $56.50; unlawful for minor to use, possess, receive purchase, use or consume electronic cigarettes, $17.50, costs $56.50

IDAHO FISH AND GAME

Devan Griggs, North Og-

den, fish without license (not salmon steelhead sturgeon or bull trout), $26.00, costs

$165.00

IDAHO PORT OF ENTRY

Uzziel Octavio Ontiveros-Madrid, Sandy, fail to register annually, $10.50, costs $56.50

MAGISTRATE COURT

Alisha Marie Norstrom, Malad, reckless driving, $192.50, costs $157.50, 90 days jail, 90 days suspended, 30 days drivers license suspended, 18 months probation – Agency: MCPD RECORDED LIST

March 27, 2026

Marriage License Affidavit - Colter Paul Freeze to marry

Shelby Christine Ward Deed or ReconveyanceGrantor: US Bank Trust Company; Grantee: Elaine Gunter, Scott Gunter

March 30, 2026

Marriage License - Brandon

Douglas Wheeler to marry

Amanda Hurd Deed of Trust - Grantor: Shenise Barnes, Joseph David Barnes Jr; Grantee: Freedom

Mortgage Corporation

Warranty Deed - Grantor: Cindy R Hobbs: Grantee: CRH Group INC

Deed of Trust - Grantor: CRH Group INC; Grantee:

Ireland Bank Assignment of Deed of Trust - Grantor: Gary L Wetzel, Janice E Wetzel, Jared Brown, Amanda Jo Brown: Grantee: Bary L Wetzel Trustee, Janice E Wetzel Trustee, The Wetzel Family Trust Release of Lien - Grantor: Kevin Ball, Alpha Sod INC; Grantee: Kris Taylor

March 31, 2026

Warranty Deed - Grantor: Secretary of Housing and Urban Development: Grantee: Michael McCullough Deed of Trust - Grantor: Michael McCullough; Grantee: RANLIFE INC

April 1, 2026

Warranty Deed - Grantor: Peggy M Olsen, Peggy M Olsen Family Trust; Grantee: Beau Bingham, Jennica Bingham

Substitution of TrusteeGrantor: Cindy Ruth Hobbs, Optimum First INC; Grantee: Jeffrey E Rolig

Deed of Reconveyance - Grantor: Jeffrey E Rolig; Grantee: Cindy Ruth Hobbs Deed of ReconveyanceGrantor: First American Title Insurance Company, Rocket Mortgage LLC; Grantee: Ralph Barry Rittenhouse, Joanne Rittenhouse

SHERIFF’S DISPATCH

Following are recent calls received by dispatchers at the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office. During the month of January, the Sheriff’s Office investigated 173 new cases. The total number of calls received by the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office dispatchers was not reported. This report includes only new investigations and does not include regular investigations, civil services, and the other responsibilities of the Sheriff’s Office.

Sun, Mar 1, 2026

• 10:43 Traffic Sign

• 11:10 911 Call. Unknown Situation

• 19:17 Citizen Assist Mon, March 2, 2026

• 10:49 Traffic Complaint

• 18:46 Disturbance Reported

• 19:27 Traffic Complaint. Pedestrian on freeway Tues, March 3, 2026

• 16:50 Citizen Assist

• 17:11 Missing Person Reported

• 18:58 Animal Call. Cows on Frontage road in Downey and Malad.

• 23:10 Suspicious Person Reported Wed, March 4, 2026

• 05:39 Alarm Reported

• 20:35 Missing Person Reported Thurs March 5 2026

• 13:31 Civil Call

• 15:21 Animal Call. Llamas on roadway

• 16:24 Civil Call. Papers served

• 19:15 Traffic Accident

• 20:35 Suspicious Person. Dangerous driving

• 23:08 Citizen Assist Fri March 6, 2026

• 08:29 Traffic Accident. Parking lot

• 13:58 Traffic Complaint

• 14:42 Civil Call

• 14:58 Wanted Person

• 20:04 Motorist Assist

• 20:52 Hit and Run. Recorded on Maverik camera

• 23:40 Citizen Assist Sat March 7, 2026

• 12:02 Motorist Assist

• 13:08 Traffic Hazard

• 13:59 Traffic Complaint

• 17:05 Harassment Sun, March 8, 2026

• 00:58 Medical Emergency. Bleeding

• 06:59 Suspicious Circumstance

• 11:25 Civil Call

• 14:17 Traffic Accident

• 17:26 Juvenile Problem Reported

Mon, March 9, 2026

• 11:57 Wanted Person

• 12:11 Civil Call

• 12:27 Prisoner Transfer out of county Tues, March 10, 2026

• 09:24 Gun Threat. MHS

• 09:50 Lost Property Reported. Firearm

• 17:47 Wanted Person

• 19:41 Prisoner Transfer out of county Wed March 11, 2026

• 17:01 VIN Inspection

• 19:08 Ambulance Call. Fall

• 20:13 Citizen Assist

• 23:47 Traffic Complaint Thurs March 12 2026

• 02:32 Traffic Accident

• 12:14 Animal Call. Cows in road

• 16:14 Bus Arm Violation

• 20:16 Traffic Accident Fri March 13, 2026

• 03:34 Parking Problem

• 11:50 VIN Inspection

• 13:56 Civil Call

• 15:04 Citizen Assist

• 18:38 Welfare Check

• 21:47 Harassment Reported Sat March 14, 2026

• 01:34 Disturbance Reported

• 09:17 VIN Inpsection

• 18:04 Traffic Accident. No injuries slide off

• 23:01 Traffic Accident Sun, March 15, 2026

• 09:35 Traffic Complaint

• 17:23 911 Call. Unknown situation Mon, March 16, 2026

• 16:14 Welfare Check

• 17:36 Animal Call. Potential animal theft Tues, March 17, 2026

• 15:05 Theft Reported

• 17:09 Medical Emergency. MHS ball field

• 18:28 Unattended Death

• 21:20 Traffic Complaint

• 21:25 Fire Reported

• 21:29 Suspicious Person Reported

• 22:26 Welfare Check Wed March 18, 2026

• 13:45 Welfare Check

• 15:06 Fire Reported

• 18:23 Harassment Reported

• 21:16 Traffic Accident. Vehicle hit trailer

• 23:13 Noise Complaint Reported Thurs March 19, 2026

• 10:03 Suspicious Person Reported

• 12:38 Juvenile Problem Reported

• 12:54 VIN Inspection

• 14:39 Suspicious Person Reported

• 19:57 Disturbance Reported Fri March 20, 2026

• 07:37 Medical Emergency. Possible heart attack

• 10:38 Medical Emergency

• 11:57 Fire Reported

• 13:25 Traffic Complaint

• 16:02 Theft Reported

• 18:32 Traffic Accident

• 20:20 Suspicious Circumstance. Activity in parking lot

Sat March 21, 2026

• 04:25 Fire Reported

• 08:55 Death Reported

• 15:26 Citizen Dispute

• 17:33 Alarm Reported

• 20:15 Trespassing Reported Sun, March 22, 2026

• 12:43 Juvenile Problem. Kids playing on fenced off equipment

• 16:11 Traffic Complaint

• 17:32 Motorist Assist

• 19:33 911 Call. Unknown Situation

• 20:47 Citizen Assist Mon, March 23, 2026

• 14:56 Civil Call

• 20:22 Welfare Check Tues, March 24, 2026

• 10:49 Fraud Reported

• 13:35 Animal Call

• 14:33 Theft Reported

• 16:41 Citizen Assist

• 19:38 Alarm Reported

• 19:58 Hit and Run Reported Wed March 25, 2026

• 11:33 Motorist Assist

• 17:39 Theft Reported

• 18:26 Harassment Reported. Scam phone calls

• 19:19 Traffic Accident

• 20:08 Unwanted Subject

• 20:49 Ambulance Call

• 21:50 Suspicious Person Reported Thurs March 26 2026

• 07:23 Medical Emergency. Fall

• 08:16 Welfare Check

• 08:19 Violation of Court Order

• 11:40 Traffic Accident

• 16:16 Found Property

• 21:42 Animal Call

• 22:56 Juvenile Problem Fri March 27, 2026

• 11:07 VIN Inspection

• 12:58 Civil Call

• 13:28 Traffic Accident

• 13:53 Medical Emergency. Fall

• 16:05 Citizen Assist

• 16:10 Traffic Hazard. Object in roadway

• 16:54 Traffic Hazard. Spilled gravel

• 17:21 Citizen Dispute

• 21:11 Fire Reported. Samaria Lane

Sat March 28, 2026

• 05:21 Fire Reported

• 12:23 Motorist Assist

• 13:15 Welfare Check

• 18:56 VIN Inspection

• 18:59 Noise Complaint

• 22:40 Citizen Assist

Every tag has a purpose

BY ALLISON ELIASON

We see lots of cattle. Cattle on the range. Cattle on the ranch. Cattle at the sale.

Cattle. Cattle. Cattle.

We see a lot of cattle.

We see lots of tags. Blue tags. Red tags. Tags with numbers. Tags with letters. Tags with numbers and letters. Tags with no letters or numbers. Tags. Tags. Tags.

We see lots of tags.

It almost reads like a Dr. Seuss book, doesn’t it? A little silly, a little rhyming, a little repetitive. But underneath all the fun, there’s a lot of truth: every tag has a purpose, even if it isn’t obvious at first glance.

We see all types of cattle with all kinds of tags, and with the many cattle, tags, and ranches out there, I’ve learned no two operations use that information the same way. My little observation sparked a small debate in our household about the “best” way to

use tags. Somewhere along the way, someone—not me—said, “Why even have tags if you don’t put your name on them?”

That’s when I realized we were coming at it from two completely different angles.

At the core, tags are about information. But who that information is for, and why it’s on there, is what determines what kind of information is there.

Growing up on a seedstock ranch, tracking genetics and bloodlines was an everyday thing. We wanted to know, with just a glance at a tag, the history of that animal. Different colors meant different breeds. Not only did it have the calf’s own identifying numbers, but also its sire, dam, and birth year. That tag carried a lot of information, but only we knew what it meant.

As our cattle are out on the range calving, trying to record all of that same data is pretty impossible. While we brand and tag, we are content to simply identify them as belonging to our operation. That tag merely helps people to see that it is ours, so long as they recognize the tag color. And even if they don’t recognize that, the back of

each tag has contact information in the event that our livestock wander through a fence or crosses into another herd. Of course they have to get up close and personal to see it, but it’s there.

Every year our favorite vet comes through to test our herd bulls, putting a new tag in them each time. That tag signifies to us, and anyone else that sees it, that the bull has been tested and cleared for use, But the numbers on his tag mean nothing in our books. The vet, however, keeps a record and the data on that tag is crucial to his files.

Feedlots that are constantly buying and selling calves use tags for a whole other purpose- traceability. Being able to quickly pinpoint where a batch of animals came from in the event of sickness or other outbreak is a must.. Having their tags marked helps them to spend more time taking care of the problem than sorting through papers for that information.

Sometimes the information on a tag isn’t even a number, letter, or symbol at all. A notch on the inside or a hole punch in the top can tell a rancher what ear it was born in, if it was doctored, or who its sire is. I didn’t say that all ways

General Conference Report

BY ALLISON ELIASON

Saints and friends of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints gather in person and virtually around the world to partake in the messages, devotionals, and testimonies shared by the general leadership of the church April 4-5. Over the four sessions held Saturday and Sunday, numerous speakers shared messages about Jesus Christ, a befitting central theme for the Easter weekend.

The opening session held Saturday morning, the worldwide Latter-day Saint congregation formally sustained Church President Dallin H Oaks as the current prophet, seer, and revelator, as well as his counselors Henry B Eyring and D Todd Christofferson during the Solemn Assembly. New Quorum of the Twelve Apostles Elder Gérald Caussé and Elder Clark G Gilbert were sustained, along with a new Primary Presidency Rosemary K Chibota, Nina M Garfield, and Theresa A Collins.

Apostle Elder Patrick Kearon opened the session with an experience that taught him how church callings are both an offering to God and a blessing from Him. He shared how the Lord works with imperfect servants, and some callings require stretching. “Callings from the Lord are tailor-made for our growth,” he said. ‘As we humble ourselves, look outward, and learn that, indeed, when we are in the service of our fellow beings, we are in fact in the service of our God.”

Recalling other experiences that have required ‘enduring to the end,’ Elder David A Bednar said, “Enduring to the end is the joyous quest of a lifetime. As our love for Him grows ever stronger and deeper, we can be blessed to receive spiritual perspective, the Lord’s empowering grace, and exceedingly great and indescribable joy.”

Other speakers of the session included the newest apostle to the Quorum, Elder Clark G Gilbert, Sister Kristin M. Yee of the General Relief Society Presidency, and Elder

Michael John U Teh and Elder Jorge T Becerra of the Seventy.

The Saturday afternoon Elder Gary E Stevenson invited listeners to provide Christlike love and service, offer help and comfort, prayerfully seek the Spirit’s guidance, and help prepare families to make and keep sacred covenants. “We are all one family,” he said. “We all need help along the way.” In today’s “perilous times,” the rising generation needs a defense and refuge from the storm.

Elder Ulisses Soares taught, “Abiding in Christ is not an occasional or casual act; it is a constant, conscious, and sacred choice,” he said. “Abiding in Christ does not remove the burdens of life, but through His grace they are made lighter, and our hearts are strengthened by the comfort and peace He promises.”

Speaking of the infinite worth each soul carries, Elder Gérald Caussé spoke, “Though we may seem small in a physical sense, each of us is personally known, remembered, and loved by our Eternal Father and by His Son Jesus Christ.” He invited listeners to remember this in every interaction they have, saying, “Our eyes are opened to their divine potential. We begin to see them as the Lord sees them.”

Elder Eduardo F. Ortega, Elder Wan-Liang Wu, Elder Brian J. Holmes, Elder Clement M. Matswagothata of the Seventy shared messages of how “Becoming a lifelong disciple of Christ is a process, the sum of multiple small daily personal and spiritual events,” “There is an intrinsic relationship between faith and works,” “The Savior taught that He is not only our guide, He is the path,” and “The question should never be ‘Will the Savior walk with me?’ He will. The real question is, ‘Will I walk with Him?”

Brother David J. Wunderli, First Counselor in the Young Men General Presidency, taught, “Jesus Christ is not the weight, He is our relief.”

Continuing Easter Sunday morning, President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, Acting President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, opened the

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session with a message of Christ’s

Resurrection and encouraged listeners to share their witness with others. “If you want to feel grounded, gain a sense of divine belonging, and make a real difference in the world, I invite you to follow the Savior and minister in His name.”

“Resurrection is at the core of the doctrine of the Church,” taught Elder Ronald A Rasband. “May we testify of Him by the way we live and what we love. May we feel to our very souls these stirring words: “He is risen!”

Adding his own witness of the Easter message, Elder Dale G Renlund invited, “Celebrate the joyous message of Easter every day by reflecting every day on the blessings you receive because of Him. ‘Open wide your broken heart and let your Savior in!’”

Speaking of the “best days” and “worst days,” Young Women General President Emily Belle Freeman said, “Jesus Christ is our strength. Because of Him, no matter how bad things are right now, your best days are ahead.”

Sacrament meeting is the most important meeting in the Church because of the ordinance of the sacrament, which represents the Lord’s Atonement, said Elder Pedro X. Larreal of the Seventy. During the sacrament, he encouraged Latter-day Saints to strive to remove worldly thoughts, be prayerful and reverent, and seek to feel His love and remember Him.

Elder Edward B. Rowe, Elder Thierry K. Mutombo, and Elder Alan R. Walker of the Seventy continued to teach of Jesus Christ with their messages, “Jesus Christ is thus not only a perfect and personal guide — He is also the resurrected Redeemer and Master Healer,” “‘Come unto me’ is a divine invitation which means wherever you are now, whatever you are going through in your life, you can feel God’s infinite love, and “The Lord does not ask for perfection all at once, rather, He asks for honest and broken hearts, humble spirits, and a willing readiness to

and methods were what you would consider conventional.

Even after those tags have been pulled or fallen out, they still carry a lot of information. They tell a story. My little boys have a collection of tags they just can’t give. Some are from the cattle they pulled them from- new cattle we bought or favorites cows that diedor the places they found them at- the auction, the sheep trough on the range, or the loading chute in the desert. You see, it’s not just what’s on the tag—it’s who’s reading it. To one person, a jumble of letters and numbers; to another, it’s a guide for sorting, breeding, or tracking health history.

That’s what makes tags fascinating—they carry data, but also meaning. The same numbers or colors could mean entirely different things depending on who’s looking. For us, they’re memory. For the vet, medical records. For someone else, random symbols. At the end of the day, tags are functional, personal, and occasionally mysterious. They don’t tell the full story alone—but read through the right lens, they carry everything a rancher needs. And sometimes, that’s all the story you really need.

keep our covenants.”

President Oaks concluded the meeting with a message resolution and reconciliation. He said, “Peacemakers! How it would change the world if followers of Christ would forgo harsh and hurtful words in all their communications.”

The final session of the conference began with President D. Todd Christofferson, Second Counselor in the First Presidency, who testified of the loving character of Jesus Christ and how we can become more like Him. “With faith in Christ, we can pray that the Holy Spirit will effect a mighty change in us to instill these same divine motivations in our heart and help us practice the attributes of a Christlike character.”

“Our emphasis at Easter encompasses the eternity-shaping events that occurred in the Garden of Gethsemane, on the cross at Calvary, and in the Garden Tomb where Jesus Christ was resurrected,” taught Elder Quentin L. Cook

“When we have a question, problem, or joy, Jesus Christ says, ‘I am your answer, your way, your truth, your life’,” taught Elder Gerrit W. Gong.

Elder Neil L. Andersen of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles focused his address on marriage. “Within our sacred marriage, bound to God and to each other, we find ourselves in a crucible of spiritual development where the vital qualities of sacrifice, charity, patience, and being a peacemaker — the very character of Christ — can become a greater part of us.”

President Oaks once again closed with a final message for the conference with the following invitation and promise: “As we treasure up and act upon the teachings of this conference, the Lord will continue to teach and inspire us with personal revelation and guidance. I promise this to each of us as we follow the directions of the servants of the Lord and look to God and live.”

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ONEIDA COUNTY WEEKLY EVENTS

Jenny Henry and “Rebel” bring home high honors

When you hear “Westminster Dog Show at Madison Square Gardens,” you probably don’t first think of Malad. But the Henry family, who live just north of town, have been competing there for several years. This year, dog handler Jenny Henry came home with her biggest win yet.

Henry and her 5-year-old Redbone Coonhound, Rebel, earned “Best of Breed” at the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, held Jan. 31–Feb. 2. The milestone came during the event’s 150th annual show, marking a high point in a journey that began years earlier with a passion for training dogs and a willingness to learn.

Rebel—formally registered as GCHB CH CCH CMM’S Dirt Road Rebel DCAT—has been competing at Westminster alongside Henry since 2023. Over that time, the pair steadily climbed the ranks, earning an Award of Merit in 2023 and Select Dog in 2024 before capturing this year’s top breed honor.

“This one was special,” Henry said

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of the win, reflecting on the progression that led to the national stage.

Henry, who competes as an owner-handler, has built an impressive resume with Rebel. In 2025, Rebel ranked No. 4 in breed standings, No. 9 among all Redbone Coonhounds across all-breed competition, and held the top spot in the National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) for the breed. His career includes a reserve best in show finish, five group wins among 30 placements, and multiple wins across both American Kennel Club and United Kennel Club events.

While the accolades are significant, Henry said the experience is about more than ribbons. She and her husband Joseph spend time together traveling and competing, which can be hard with their busy lives outside of dog shows. The shows give them a chance to work together, in a sense, and in their conversations it’s clear they are huge supporters of one another.

Last trip, their daughter Evie Henry also went on the trip to New York

and had the chance to visit Madison Square Garden, where the Westminster finals are traditionally held.

Support from friends and fellow competitors has also played a key role in Henry’s success.

“I’d like to thank all my dog show friends and family that helped support me and Rebel as I’ve learned and grown in my handling,” she said. “I wouldn’t have gotten to do what I have without them.”

Looking ahead, Henry is already preparing the next generation of show dogs. Her 16-month-old Redbone Coonhound, Sirius—registered as Invelvet’s Sirius-ly Riddikulus— has begun competing and shows early promise. As a puppy, Sirius earned Best Beginner Puppy in Show at just four months old and has already collected points toward his championship title.

Henry plans to ease Sirius into more competitions this year, with a fuller schedule expected as the young dog matures.

In addition to her hounds, Hen-

ry is also returning to the ring with her 3-year-old German Shepherd, Oi (GCH CH Invelvet’s The Music of the Night), adding another layer to her growing presence in the dog show world.

With continued support from her family, friends and a new sponsorship from HiPoint dog food, Henry shows no signs of slowing down.

As an owner-handler, Henry has to finish her obtaining points with Rebel without becoming a professional in order to add to his lifetime totals. He is only a competition or two away from hitting a point total milestone that Henry would like to hit before she considers leaving the owner-handler category for the professional one. With competition season underway, there’s every chance that will happen soon, and we’ll bring you word on what happens next!

Thank you to Jenny, Joseph, Gwen, Eva, and Saxon for their hospitality and letting me visit their home to speak with them about Rebel and their amazing accomplishments.

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stand up for myself? At a young age, I was introduced to market lambs and have loved every second of it-well,to be honest, almost every second. I don’t quite value the times being dragged through the dirt or pushed to the ground compared to the feeling I got when receiving my first Quality Ribbon.

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I was roaming the hallways trying to avoid the group that always saw the worst in me. When summer came, I got a lamb that was feisty and pushed me to my limits. At first it was hard to go and work with my lamb. I knew that I would end up on the ground or he would jump up on me,adding to my collection of scratches from him. That lamb taught me a valuable lesson. As Maya Angelo once said,“If you don’t like something, change it, if you can’t change it, change your attitude”.

Would you believe me if I told you that showing lambs has taught me to stand up for myself? At a young age, I was introduced to market lambs and have loved every second of it-well,to be honest, almost every second. I don’t quite value the times being dragged through the dirt or pushed to the ground compared to the feeling I got when receiving my first Quality Ribbon.

To rewind a bit, when I was in Middle School, I had a friend group that I thought shared similar values to mine. But because we didn’t, I got bullied for being myself. I struggled and hated being alone. I always felt like I was roaming the hallways trying to avoid the group that always saw the worst in me. When summer came, I got a lamb that was feisty and pushed me to my limits. At first it was hard to go and work with my lamb. I knew that I would end up on the ground or he would jump up on me, adding to my collection of scratches from him. That lamb taught me a valuable lesson. As Maya Angelo once said, “If you don’t like something, change it, if you can’t change it, change your attitude”.

I didn’t like being shoved to the ground, so I started to change it! I started teaching that lamb who was in charge. I stopped letting him control me. Yes, he still pushed me down at times, but I was stronger now to get back up and fight. As a Middle Schooler this was just what I needed to learn the importance of standing up for myself. I couldn’t expect someone else to do it for me. Now, as a teenager, when I go to pick out my lamb, I look for the feistiest one in the bunch and that's who I buy.

I didn’t like being shoved to the ground, so I started to change it! I started teaching that lamb who was in charge. I stopped letting him control me. Yes, he still pushed me down at times, but I was stronger now to get back up and fight. As a Middle Schooler this was just what I needed to learn the importance of standing up for myself. I couldn’t expect someone else to do it for me. Now, as a teenager, when I go to pick out my lamb, I look for the

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To rewind a bit, when I was in Middle School, I had a friend group that I thought shared similar values to mine. But because we didn’t, I got bullied for being myself. I struggled and hated being alone. I always felt like

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As someone who has always loved animals and spends their summer working with them, showing lambs has become a part of my life that I value. Though we work for an entire summer for a few minutes in the show ring, I’ve also learned to enjoy

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the little things like having the sheep smell stick with you all summer longif you know, you know. I love having to haul buckets of water to the back of my yard for my lambs and having it occasionally spill all over me because I filled it too full and have more than I thought I could carry. I love that I get to spend time with my sister. This project allows me to train an animal on my own and build a relationship without words. Animals never judge you, and I go to them for relief! It’s not every relationship you come across that's like that. I have shown in 4-H for years, and this will be my third year showing through FFA. I love being able to up the competition and seethings through a different perspective. I would love to thrive in Showmanship and place near or at the top of my class this year. Each year, I learn new things and tips that I try to implement the next year. Because I’ve been doing it for a while now, I truly hope that one day I will receive a Grand Champion Ribbon. I’m not saying that it has to be this year, but I am saying that I will be trying my hardest! Additionally, I hope to raise an animal that does well in market class too! I’ve watched my family members succeed in this project, I’ve learned from my friends and leaders, and I want to continue being able to

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come back and prove that I could do better and not give up. Not only do I want to prove that I can do bet ter, I want to win Grand Champion. I know it takes a lot of work and dedication. In order to win Grand Champion I need to work with my steer everyday and make sure I am feeding him the best I can. With this being my third year,I still don't have all the equipment I need to groom and fit my steer, I am currently bor rowing supplies from family mem bers. I would love to be able to pur chase all my own supplies and have them to use every day. I really want a mini show box that is easier for me to move around.

My name is Adilee Daniels, I am 10 years old and this is my 3rd year showing a steer at the Oneida County Fair. This sponsorship money would help me continue to build my dream of winning Grand Champion. Last year my steer and I didn\'t do as well as I had hoped, and we ended up near the bottom of the list. I had worked all year long and thought that he was really good, I was taught that sometimes the judge has different opinions and that I have to keep trying. This year I wanted to come back and prove that I could do better and not give up. Not only do I want to prove that I can do better, I want to win Grand Champion. I know it takes a lot of work and dedication. In order to win Grand Champion I need to work with my steer everyday and make sure I am feeding him the best I can. With this being my third year, I still don\'t have all the equipment I need to groom and steer, I am currently borrowing supplies from family members. I would love to be able to purchase all my own supplies and them to use every day. I really want a mini show box that is easier for me to move around. family farm has a lot smaller herd than they have had in the past, and with me and my cousins all showing there wasn\'t enough to pick from. This year we picked my steer out from Wyoming, his name is Spot and he loves to eat! My goal this year was to one of the biggest steers at the fair and show that even though I\'m small I can show a big steer. would really love to be given an opportunity to win this sponsorship and if I was chosen I would make sure to try my very best.

My name is Adilee Daniels, I am 10 years old and this is my 3rd year showing a steer at the Oneida County Fair. This sponsorship money would help me continue to build my dream of winning Grand Champion. Last year my steer and I didn't do as well as I had hoped,and we ended up near the bottom of the list. I had worked all year long and thought that he was really good, I was taught that sometimes the judge has different opinions and that I have to keep trying. This year I wanted to

say that I walked out of the show ring giving it 100%! This scholarship will help me in so many ways financially! If you haven’t noticed, things lately have gotten really pricey! As someone who is on track to get their Associates Degree in High School, I spend a lot of my time focusing on college classes during the school year and not as much time at work. Time during the summer is focused on my projects from horses, to my dog, goats, or lambs. I am almost constantly working with an animal. This scholarship opportunity would truly help my savings stay higher than it would without it! As someone who will be graduating in a couple of years, I’m about to be thrown into a world with prices higher than reality for a 16-year-old girl.

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Overall, I’ve learned so much from working with and showing my lambs throughout the years. From valuable life lessons like standing up for myself, to random parts of showing that make my day like loving the smell of a dirty lamb. This project has shaped who I am regardless of this scholarship or not. I hope I succeed this year and place high in my showmanship and market classes. The young producer scholarship would help so much financially. Thank you to those who have contributed!

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My name is Brantley Daniels, I am 8 years my first year showing a steer at the Oneida have done a bucket calf in the past and I am is my turn to show and sale my own animal. sister and cousins have shown a steer for the years and I have got to help them, but haven\'t have my own animal. Each year I have worked extra steers but haven\'t been able to show them. I am only eight years old I don\'t have any money up or anything to start my 4-H project with. being said, a sponsorship would help me out As a first year there are a lot of things that I started. Showing a steer is not just about showing walking a cow around. I need to also fit and

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Our family farm has a lot smaller herd than they have had in the past, and with me and my cousins all showing there wasn't enough steers to pick from. This year we picked my steer out from Wyoming, his name is Spot and he loves to eat! My goal this year was to have one of the biggest steers at the fair and show that even though I'm small I can show a big steer. I would really love to be given an opportunity to win this sponsorship and if I was chosen I would make sure to try my very best.

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Hi, my name is Everly Maughan. I am 5 and in head start. This will be my first year in clover buds. I love the fair. My sister showed Boer goats, rabbits and chickens last year. I want to show a lot of animals too. I am going to be showing a bunny this year. His name is Gumby. He looks like a Siamese cat colors. We named him Gumby because he looks cute and just looked like a Gumby. He is 9 months old. He

This year I will need to get my own halter, show stick, combs, blower, and a nice show would love to be able to purchase some of those supplies without having to ask my parents to help.

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is very nice and calm. He is a Nether land Dwarf bunny. I have to feed him everyday. He eats pellets and food. He likes lettuce and apples. He also has hay to eat. I have to give him water too. I don't always like to go outside and feed. Especially when it's cold in the winter. If I don't he would die. So I usually go feed him.

He bred Gladys and Gladys ate her baby bunnies. I think that made Gumby sad. He will be a dad one day soon again.

Hi, my name is Everly Maughan. I am 5 and in head start. This will be my first year in clover buds. I love the fair. My sister showed Boer goats, rabbits and chickens last year. I want to show a lot of animals too. I am going to be showing a bunny this year. His name is Gumby. He looks like a Siamese cat colors. We named him Gumby because he looks cute and just looked like a Gumby. He is 9 months old. He is very nice and calm. He is a Netherland Dwarf bunny. I have to feed him everyday. He eats pellets and food. He likes lettuce and apples. He also has hay to eat. I have to give him water too. I don\'t always like to go outside and feed. Especially when it\'s cold in the winter. If I don\'t he would die. So I usually go feed him.

My name is Brantley Daniels, I am 8 years old and this is my first year showing a steer at the Oneida County Fair. I have done a bucket calf in the past and I am so excited it is my turn to show and sale my own animal. My older sister and cousins have shown a steer for the past several years and I have got to help them, but haven't got to have my own animal. Each year I have worked with their extra steers but haven't been able to show them. Because I am only eight years old I don't have any money saved up or anything to start my 4-H project with. With that being said, a spon-

sorship would help me out a lot. As a first year there are a lot of things that I need to get started. Showing a steer is not just about showing up and walking a cow around. I need to also fit and groom him. This year I will need to get my own halter, show halter, show stick, combs, blower, and a nice show shirt. I would love to be able to purchase some of those supplies without having to ask my parents to help. This year we got my steer from out of town, his name is Red Rover. He has 20% of his eyesight and because of that I have to spend extra time with him. He needs to learn my voice so that when he can not see I can talk to him so he isn't scared. Some of the things that he does due to being blind is that he likes to walk really close to me, and sometimes he will trip me. He also grows a lot of hair,and because of that I am constantly brushing him.

This year we got my steer from out of town, his name is Red Rover. He has 20% of his eyesight and because of that I have extra time with him. He needs to learn my voice so that when he can not see I can talk to him so he isn\'t scared. Some of that he does due to being blind is that he likes to walk really close to me, and sometimes he will trip me. He also grows and because of that I am constantly brushing him.

I would love to be offered a sponsorship to start my 4-H experience off right. 4-H has been something that has been in my family for along time, and I want to continue to learn and grow and raise beef projects. I am so excited to be able to show this year and I reallywant to do good! Thank you for giving kids opportunities like these.

I would love to be offered a sponsorship to start my 4-H experience off right. 4-H has been something that has been in my long time, and I want to continue to learn and grow and raise beef projects. I am so excited to be able to show this year and want to do good! Thank you for giving kids opportunities like these.

A goal I want to do this year is to beat my twin sister at the fair. I also want to learn other types of rabbits. I like going to meetings and seeing other bunnies. Bunnies are my favorite. I especially like when they are tiny and barely have their eyes open. My mom lets us bring them in the house and play on our floor. My bunny I showed last year in open class was a lionhead and she died earlier this year after having babies. So I'm glad I have Gumby now to show. It is hard when animals we love die. If I win, I will buy food for Gumby and a new feeder and waterer. And some carrots. Rabbits can eat a lot of food. Thanks for reading my story on Gumby, Everly Maughan

He bred Gladys and Gladys ate her baby bunnies. I think that made Gumby sad. He will be a dad one day soon again.

A goal I want to do this year is to beat my twin sister at the fair. I also want to learn other types of rabbits. I like going to meetings and seeing other bunnies. Bunnies are my favorite. I especially like when they are tiny and barely have their eyes open. My mom lets us bring them in the house and play on our floor.

My bunny I showed last year in open class was a lionhead and she died earlier this year after having babies. So I\'m glad I have Gumby now to show. It is hard when animals we love die.

Hello, I am Harper Maughan. I am in 4th grade and 10years old. My parents are Aaron and Elsie Maughan. This is my second time showing chickens at the fair. I actually hate all chickens except for one. Her name is Pepper. She is 4 years old. She is an old English game bantam. She is a little cutie. She is a clean legged bantam, which means she has no feathers on her legs. Her eggs are really tiny like fairy eggs, and white. This year, my mom is ordering more of this breed. Pepper is brown and red with white spots.

She won double grand champion last year at our fair. The judge loved her so much, she wanted to take her home. I thought she was serious and almost cried. Pepper is the boss in our flock, even tho she is the tiniest. She is always escaping the pen too. She can go under the coop where no other chickens can get out. My goals are to become not so afraid of chickens. I can do this for my helping raise baby chicks for me and my siblings and hold them every day. Then they get used to being held and will show easier. I am excited this year because we can enter four chickens into the quality class. This is why my mom wanted to get more old English game bantams for me. Another goal I have is to learn how to show other chickens better, not just Pepper. If I win the scholarship, I will use the money to help with feed. Since that can cost a lot. I also would like to get treats for my chickens if I win the scholarship. Thank you for your time to look over my application about my favorite chicken!

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Hi, I am Lydia Clark and I am 9 years old and in 3rd grade, Mr. Grote is my teacher. He is the best! I love school l. I really like math and reading. I love to read the most though. Chapter books are awesome. Harry Potter is my favorite and I just finished the 4th one and am so excited to start the 5th one! I am an animal lover and if I could ride my horse everyday I would. I live in Malad Idaho and I love it. I love my family and doing sports as well. This is my second year doing 4-H and I love it! Last year I did Horse 4-H and baking. This year I get to do a lamb and It is my first time showing a lamb and I am excited to learn more about them, and how to raise them for 4-H. This will be a new thing for me and I am really glad to have the opportunity to try this this year. I know I can do my best and be the best care giver to my lamb. I am so happy to have the chance to see if I can get scholarship. My goal is to give it my all and also is to learn the cost break down of raising and showing a lamb, and also calculating cost of profit at the end after subtracting all the expenses. I am so excited to be trying something new and would love to earn a scholarship to help me achieve my goals. I feel like this would really help me for future goals too. And I am hoping to learn lots and learn from the others in my group too. Please consider voting for me and helping me with my goals. Thanks, Lydia Clark

Hi, I am Lydia Clark and I am 9 years old and in 3rd grade, Mr. Grote is my teacher. He is the best! I love school. I really like math and reading. I love to read the most though. Chapter books are awesome. Harry Potter is my favorite and I just finished the 4th one and am so excited to start the 5th one! I am an animal lover and if I could ride my horse everyday I would. I live in Malad

2026 Scholarship Recipient

Remington Lynn Sweeten

Idaho and I love it. I love my family and doing sports as well. This is my second year doing 4-H and I love it! Last year I did Horse 4-H and baking. This year I get to do a lamb and it is my first time showing a lamb and I am excited to learn more about them, and how to raise them for 4-H. This will be a new thing for me and I am really glad to have the opportunity to try this this year. I know I can do my best and be the best care giver to my lamb. I am so happy to have the chance to see if I can get a scholarship. My goal is to give it my all and also is to learn the cost break down of raising and showing a lamb, and also calculating the cost of profit at the end after subtracting all the expenses. I am so excited to be trying something new and would love to earn a scholarship to help me achieve my goals. I feel like this would really help me for future goals too. And I am hoping to learn lots and also learn from the others in my group too. Please consider voting for me and helping me with my goals.

Thanks, Lydia Clark

Experience

Poultry • 3rd Grade • 3 Years

Essay: Why I Should Receive the 2026 Ward's ACE Young Producer Scholarship

Last year was my first year show ing a goat, I loved it so much! My sister bought a pregnant goat and her goat had2 babies. One was a bottle baby and the other one my sister gave to me to show and sale at our fair. My sister named him Dax and I kept that name. He was a very friendly goat and I leaned how to work with him to where he would not get scared. I practiced daily with him and he became very friendly. In the market show at the fair my goat placed very last, but that didn’t matter because I Ioved him. The most exciting part last year

was winning second place showman in the 1st year showmanship division. Sadly Dax’s mom had CL which is a very contagious disease that causes abscesses to form on the goat and they will keep on coming back. This disease sadly spread to the other two goats we had. My family made the hard decision to sale all of our goats, because any goat we would buy would also catch this disease when it got older as CL usually only affects goats older than 1 years old. We sold the goats and have since deep cleaned the pen and disinfected it. Cleaning out the pen was a lot of hard work, but all that work will be worth it, to keep any future goats I show free from diseases.

Last year I was really blessed that my sister gave me one of her goats to show and sale, but this year I will be choosing and buying a goat from a nearby farmer. I am really excited to go pick out my new goat and work with him all summer. If I were to earn this scholarship I would use the money to help me pay for the cost of my animal since I will have to pay for him myself. I am really looking forward to showing at the fair this year.

My name is Remington Sweeten, I am 8 years old. I am born and raised in Malad, both of my parents are also from Malad. I am the oldest of 3 kids. I have been showing chickens since I was 6 years old, but I have loved chickens my whole life. I got my first chickens when I was only 3 years old.

I like to show chickens because it’s taught me a lot of important life lessons and skills. I am in charge of taking care of my chickens. I do almost everything by myself. My favorite part of caring for my chickens is holding them and spending time with them. I like to sneak my chickens into my house and lay with them on my couch. I really love being apart of 4H. I have made a lot of new friends and learned so much already. This is my first year of being old enough to be in actual 4H. I am very excited to show with the older kids and push myself further. My first year showing I was lucky enough to win reserve grand champion in open class, and last year I won grand champion. It was so exciting to see my hard work pay off.

My name is Remington Sweeten, I am 8 years old. I am born and raised in Malad, both of my parents are also from Malad. I am the oldest of 3 kids. I have been showing chickens since I was 6 years old,but I have loved chickens my whole life. I got my first chickens when I was only 3 years old. I like to show chickens because it’s taught me a lot of important life lessons and skills. I am in charge of taking care of my chickens. I do almost everything by myself. My favorite part of caring for my chickens is

holding them and spending time with them. I like to sneak my chickens into my house and lay with them on my couch. I really love being apart of 4H. I have made a lot of new friends and learned so much already. This is my first year of being old enough to be in actual 4H. I am very excited to show with the older kids and push myself further. My first year showing I was lucky enough to win reserve grand champion in open class, and last year I won grand champion. It was so exciting to see my hard work pay off. If I was picked to win this sponsorship, I would like to use the money to buy more chicks to help start my own breeding flock. My favorite breed of chickens are my Bantam Wyandottes. I would love to be able to get more and expand to breed my own. They are a rare breed and very hard to find around here. I would also need to buy more feeders, waterers, and also a bigger coop. I would also use the money to buy more chicken feed, and other supplies I need for the fair. My parents help me with paying for a lot of my chicken supplies so I would love to help them out more.

Kimber Sweeten

with rabbits. I have been in 4H my whole life since my mom is a leader, I have only participated in chickens though. This year I am wanting to join the rabbit club. Being a cloverbud I can only participate in certain clubs, so I would love to be able to join rabbit club as well as show my chickens.

If I was picked to win this sponsorship, I would like to use the money to buy more chicks to help start my own breeding flock. My favorite breed of chickens are my Bantam Wyandottes. I would love to be able to get more and expand to breed my own. They are a rare breed and very hard to find around here. I would also need to buy more feeders, waterers, and also a bigger coop. I would also use the money to buy more chicken feed, and other supplies I need for the fair. My parents help me with paying for a lot of my chicken supplies so I would love to help them out more. Thank you for considering me and supporting our local 4H kids. Remington Sweeten

Thank you for considering me and supporting our local 4H kids.

Shelby Sorensen

This will be my third year doing a Market goat. Each year has come with its own challenge, my very first year my goat had an accident and died before the sale, and I was unable to sell him. The second year my goal was to win the average daily gain, however, my goat was 6 pounds short of that goal. This year I have set the goal to win the market class with my goat. Which means feeding a lot more to ensure my goats makes the heavy

weight market class and should help reach my last year goal of winning average daily gain. I have really en joyed doing Market goat. Goats are very challenging and stubborn. Winning this scholarship would help me a lot because the supplements to help goats gain weight are expen sive and I would really appreciate the help. Goats are sometimes tricky and won’t eat some feed so you have to switch it up and try something dif ferent. I like to stand out from every one else and be different, so I search for a goat that is different. My last 2 goats have been spotted and loud as one judge described last years. The patterns is called moon spots and I love it. The goat I have selected for this year is a black and white moon spots boar goat. I also plan to purchase an doe boar goat so that in the future I can be a young producer and breed my own project each year. The money I earn from my animal projects I plan to save to help me apply to college. I would like to either be a veterinarian or a family law lawyer when I grow up!

Hi my name is Kimber Sweeten. I am 6 years old and I am born and raised in Malad. My parents are also born and raised here in Malad. My family has been involved in 4H for a very long time. I have always wanted to get my own rabbits and join rabbit 4H, so I am hoping I can get this sponsorship to make it happen.

Young Producer Scholarship

2026 Scholarship Recipient

hard at school and now I’m ready to get my own rabbits. If I was able to receive this sponsorship use the money to buy my first rabbits, and also get them their house, food, and other supplies needed. I would love to finally join the rabbit club. Thank you for your consideration of me for this sponsorship. Kimber D Sweeten

Wynn Werk

I am applying for the rabbit sponsorship in hopes that I will be able to buy what I need to get started

Pig • 5th Grade • 2 Years Experience

I have wanted to get my own rabbits for a very long time. I take care of a lot of animals at my house already, so I know about being responsible and taking care of animals. I do chores every day. I also help my parents on our farm where we have cows, horses, pigs, and a lot of chickens. My mom and dad told me if I was able to get 100% on my spelling tests I could get some rabbits. I have worked very hard at school and now I’m ready to get my own rabbits. If I was able to receive this sponsorship I would use the money to buy my first rabbits, and also get them their house, food, and other supplies needed. I would love to finally be able to join the rabbit club. Thank you for your consideration of me for this sponsorship.

Essay: Why I Should Receive the Young Producer Scholarship I would love this sponsorship to help pig. Pigs are social, and do better with why I always purchase two pigs. Two the amount of money. I show pigs because responsibility perspective into my eyes. and playful like dogs, and I love playing mud. My goal for this year is to win in my age division of juniors. I am showman this year, and it is the perfect this done. I am interested in branching of pigs, and different breeders. I really the brown pigs with floppy ears. I also Hampshires. This is the breed I have daily routine of mine is to walk our way we have to build stamina. I also barnyard to practice showmanship as the judge. I try to do this twice a day, morning and night when it is cooler outside. Another goal this year is to week vs once a week like I did last year. I do this so when I have to wash them at the fairgrounds, they are used The money I get from the sale goes into a bank savings account, and that money will be used for college. I want biologist or a forest ranger. I love animals and plants. I do not play sports, but I use my time one would put into games into my 4-H projects. I am also involved in, 4-H Art, possibly open class chicken show. I am so excited for talk to you about pigs. -Wynn Werk

Thank you for the opportunity.

Hi, my name is Zach Ward. I am nine years old. This is my third year showing an animal at the fair. I think I deserve this scholarship because last year was a tough year for me showing my pig. My pig did not makeweight and I had made a really good bond with my pig and I ended up losing a lot of money between the cost of my pig and the amount of feed we had to buy. I think this scholarship would really help me with my pig this year. I lost a lot of money for my pig last year and it really broke my heart so this year

I would love this sponsorship to help purchase my 4-H pig. Pigs are social, and do better with a friend. This is why I always purchase two pigs. Two pigs equals twice the amount of money. I show pigs because it puts more responsibility perspective into my eyes. Pigs are smart,and playful like dogs, and I love playing with them in the mud. My goal for this year is to win first in my class, and in my age division of juniors. I am the older junior showman this year, and it is the perfect opportu-

I would really like to make weight and gain that money back. I watched my siblings grow up and show and sell their pigs and I really want that experience. I think it would really help me to get different feeds to help my pig gain weight. I learned that I need to buy other supplies like dewormer, and the proper medications as well as good feed to make sure my pig is strong and healthy before the fair. I think that the scholarship would really help me with my feed bill and other expenses.

nity to get this done. I am interested in branching out to new breeds of pigs, and different breeders. I really like Duroc pigs,the brown pigs with floppy ears. I also really love Hampshires. This is the breed I have shown in the past. A daily routine of mine is to walk our pigs down an alleyway we have to build stamina. I also walk them in our barnyard to practice showmanship with my mom or dad as the judge. I try to do this twice a day, morning and night when it is cooler outside. Another goal this year is to wash my pigs twice a week vs once a week like I did last year. I do this so when I have to wash them at the fairgrounds, they are used to hoses and soap.

The money I get from the sale goes into a bank savings account, and that money will be used for college. I want to be a wildlife biologist or a forest ranger. I love animals and plants. I do not play sports, but I use my time one would put into sports practice and games into my 4-H projects. I am also involved in, 4-H Art, possibly open class chicken show. I am so excited for this and happy to talk to you about pigs.

I live on a farm and I think that it would mean a lot to me to take over the farm someday. I have learned a lot about taking care of animals living on the farm. I showed a horse last year which taught me a lot of responsibility and was really a good experience for me. Right now I have three bottle calves which is also teaching me responsibility. Thanks for considering me for the scholarship. I think it would really help me with my 4-H project. If I am chosen I will use the money responsibly for my pig supplies.