Malad | January 29,2026

Enterprise The Idaho

Highway headaches rumble residents

A meeting of the County Commissioners for Oneida County was held on Friday last week, due to this week’s scheduled Idaho Association of Counties meetings in Boise. The meeting was for the most part a standard one, but hit a roadblock, so to speak, on the issue of a road project scheduled for Old Highway 191.

There were two primary issues under discussion, which revolved around the safety of the road—speed and striping. The first issue was addressed directly by the Commissioners at the meeting, while the second is on pause while the granting agency considers what it is willing to do going forward.

Anyone who drives the highway route through Oneida County has likely observed that while the road surface itself is in good shape, the narrow shoulders are somewhat torn up at the edges, and there is no center line striping. There are a few sections where the posted speed—55 mph— can feel somewhat fast in certain driving conditions, especially at night or in icy weather. The combination of the two certainly has the potential for unsafe conditions, although only a couple of recent accidents have resulted from them. Anecdotally, there

have been a number of near misses.

The meeting room at the Event Center was filled with Oneida County residents who live along both the north and south stretches of the highway who had come to express their opinions and concerns to the commissioners about an LHTAC (Local Highway Technical Assistance Council) grant that has been sought to address some of these safety issues, and was scheduled to go out for bid this week.

The first issue, of the speed limit on the north stretch of the highway—the road from Devil Creek to the County line just below the summit—was heard by the commissioners. There are a number of residents along the route, who shared their feeling that the speed limit did lead to unsafe driving conditions, which created both noise and the potential for personal or property injury.

The county attorney advised that the commissioners had the authority to change the road speeds on county roads, as long as there was a reasonable justification for doing so. After further discussion between the parties involved, the commissioners offered a resolution to lower the speed limit on the old highway from the Devil

Creek exit to the county line from 55 mph to 50 mph. The motion passed unanimously, and the commissioners stated that they would track the results and be open to feedback on the effectiveness of the change.

The meeting then turned to the much larger issue of striping, and along with it the placement of rumble strips.

Striping a section of road the length of the highway is a massively expensive undertaking, and in order to potentially secure the funds to do so, the county had pursued a safety grant offered through the LHTAC program. Safety grants are awarded on the basis of accidents and potential accidents that could be prevented through construction improvements. A fatality on the southern portion of the old highway was used to apply for the grant, which led to its being awarded. The county was required to pay its portion, around $150,000 for the engineering study and plans, which would ultimately add striping to the length of the highway, as well as reflectors and rumble strips.

As a result of the narrow width of the road, and the condition of the

Red Riding Hood this Saturday!

Auditions were held on Monday, and during the course of the week, students at Malad Elementary School participated in a series of workshops designed to introduce them to a range of valuable skills. Saturday, the results of that busy week will hit the stage at Malad Elementary for an entertaining afternoon of storytelling.

Life is no picnic when you stray from the trail! Join Red Riding Hood and her friends on a forest adventure Saturday, January 31 when the Missoula Children’s Theatre and over 50 local students present an original musical adaptation of this classic tale.

The play is directed by Mandi Fielding from the Missoula Children’s Theatre. She is joined by Emma Walther, who will be playing the Big Bad Wolf. The pair have been working with the student actors over the week, and are excited to show the community what they’ve learned.

The local cast features Piper Lewis as Red Riding Hood; and Olivia Briscoe, Camilla Anderson, and Liberty Charles as her three Girl Friends. Mikayla Thorpe is Little Loveable Wolf while Bea Chipman, Alivia Seamons, Wynn Werk, Kiya Crowther, Camden Crowther are featured as the Hood Family. Also featured are The Three Little Pigs played by Piper Reel, Paisley Hamilton, Emerie Mackey; Charlie Blackner as The Woodsman; Cooper Smith as The Locksmith; Cora Conger as Ranger Roonye; and Porter Allen as The Boy Who Cries Wolf. To complete the ensemble, Autumn Donnan, Nathan Fonnesbeck, Jackson Hannum, Hunter Clark, Kinzley Hamilton, Khalistan Winward, Tristan Hodgkin, Will Johnson, Victoria Anderson, Emery Diderickson, Rowie Malm, and Addie Smith will appear as the Forest Shadows; Maylee Hanks, Tate Curtis, Gunner Clark, Weston Goeckeritz, Claire

Hornecker, Madeline Shandrew as the Wolfgang; and Jet Thorpe, Kleah Gregory, Lucy Clark, Lilly Clark, Mitchell Hornicker, Kyvor Smith, Vira Rio, Willow Hubbard, Daniel Fonnesbeck, Julie Clark, Trinity Hodgkin, Genesis Holmmondolla, Karissa Nimer as the rascally Raccoons.

Performances will be at 3:00 p.m. and at 5:30 p.m. at the Malad Elementary School auditorium. Tickets are $7.00 at the door, with kids 5 and under Free. Doors will open 30 minutes before the show.

The Missoula Children’s Theatre residency in Malad is presented locally by Hess Pumice and the MES PTO with support from Malad Elementary and many volunteers. For more information, contact the school office.

NEWS IN BRIEF

Severe Storm blankets country

One of January’s most reliable features is a “storm of the century” that creates havoc across the country. The weekend saw just such a storm descend across much of the eastern half of the U.S., with temperature and precipitation effects reaching the Rocky Mountains and Great Plains. The most serious conditions involve those along a path from east Texas to West Viriginia, where power outages affected more than a million customers. Combined with the heavy snowfall and windy conditions, repair work on infrastructure has been at a standstill in some locations, causing continued strain on powergrids. At least 12 deaths had been reported as of press time, from Tennessee to Kansas, with causes ranging from hypothermia to accidents caused by snowfall. The most frigid temperatures are being seen in the Great Lakes region, with sustained lows of 20 below, and much lower with wind chill added in. Heavy snowfall of over a foot in many places unaccustomed to winter conditions is creating chaos on roads. 33 states are under severe cold warnings and alerts, with ice advisories remaining in effect, despite the bulk of the storm itself having passed through.

MN crackdown in focus

The fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, the second protestor in Minnesota to be killed by DHS actions in three weeks, has caused widespread ripple effects throughout both the federal agencies involved and the justice system at large. Greg Bovino, the administration official who has been most visibly associated with the ICE actions in the state, will effectively be sidelined and the “border czar” Tom Homan is taking over command of the scene. A wide range of voices, including increasing numbers of GOP politicians— including Trump administration officials from his first term—have called for an urgent review of the situation in Minnesota, and a potential halt to the crackdown until the situation has de-escalated. A Trump-appointed federal judge issued an order prohibiting DHS from hiding or destroying evidence related to Pretti’s shooting. Videos of the killing have circulated widely online and in reporting, calling into question the claims made by officials.

Wolf Reward increased

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks announced this week that the reward for information about a wolf killed out-of-season has increased by $30,000. FWP originally announced a $1,000 reward for information on a wolf killed in wolf management unit 313, just north of Yellowstone National Park. The three-wolf quota for the unit was reached by hunters in mid-November, but wildlife officials found a wolf collar cut off an animal and thrown into a tree in late December. Game wardens believe the collared wolf was killed around 10 p.m., on Christmas Day. The Large Carnivore Fund and Wolves of the Rockies together offered the additional $30,000 reward for information to help wildlife officials. Anyone with possible information is encouraged to contact Gardiner game warden Kameron Rauser at (406) 224-5207 or visit tipmont.mt.gov to provide details.

FFA trains members for future careers

Malad’s FFA program is incredibly active, and has been growing by leaps and bounds over the past few years under the direction of advisor Lexie Evans and a dedicated group of students.

On Monday, members of the FFA council presented information on some of their favorite events to fellow students in effort to provide them with information and motivation to pursue those events as a member of the competitive team.

As Lexie Evans explained, “we called it CDE night, which stands for Career Development Events. Each officer took a different one of six different events they can compete at for state and did an activity to go with them.”

“I always feel like we’re recruiting, because I always want more to be involved, I would never turn anyone away who wanted to join.” In order to be a member of the FFA, students

are supposed to have an Ag class once a semester. Next year, she would like to create an Ag Speech class, which would qualify as a Speech credit.

Mason Eliason was one of the presenters. He discussed Ag Mechanics, which is “a specialized field of repairing, maintaining, and managing agricultural equipment out in the field instead of having to take it to a dealership every time you can fix it yourself. It includes welding, equipment, some electrical basics.”

Another presenter was Laney Coatney, who recently placed third overall in the district at the Idaho Farm Bureau High School District Discussion meet. The meet involved discussing agricultural issues and developing solutions. Tonight, she was talking about dairy foods judging. “You try different cheeses and name the cheese. You also identify defects in milk--one might have oxidation, or a cow might

have gotten into an onion field and so it may taste onion-y.” (Yes, she was very aware of that scene in Napoleon Dynamite!) Students also need to do things like identify non-dairy versus real dairy products, or identify the fat percentage of a milk sample. “There is something in FFA for everyone. Just about anything you can do. It’s very easy to get involved, and it’s very welcoming,” Coatney said.

Lyndee Nimer was speaking to students about Leadership Development. “These are events that can help you be a better leader, like public speaker, parliamentary procedure, Ag Sales, and Ag Issues.” For the latter events, “they give you an agricultural-related issue, and then you and a team of four sit and discuss it and find a solution.” The competitions are largely in the spring, with a few in the fall and winter. Nimer would tell anyone thinking about joining FFA, “Do it!

is a group effort

The Oneida Education Foundation was organized in 1985 with the goal of ensuring success for every student attending schools in Oneida School District. The OEF fulfills this goal by funding grants for teachers at all four brick-and-mortar schools in the District and by awarding scholarships to graduates of Malad High School.

Last year the OEF awarded nearly $9000 in teacher grants and $44,000 in scholarships to 38 Malad High School graduates.

The major fund raiser for the OEF is its Mail-a-thon. The event began about 20 years ago as a Phonathon until the prevalence of cell phones made it nearly impossible to find phone numbers for Oneida County residents. Through the generous donations received via the Mail-a-thon, the OEF is able to raise the funds necessary for teacher grants and to match scholarship endowments.

The 2026 Mail-a-thon began Monday, January 26, with Malad High School’s National Honor Society assisting the OEF Board members in folding donation forms, stuffing envelopes, and attaching labels to nearly 500 mailers. It is hoped that recipients of the Mail-a-thon forms will

It’s really helpful, and everything is tied to agriculture so even if you are in something completely different, it still ties to agriculture.”

Allee Moss was talking to students about Floriculture, which “is a subset of horticulture that is all about the cultivation of flowers and floral knowledge.” She explained the basic tools of floral arrangements and working with plants. “Flowers are used all year round for all different kinds of events, and a lot of people don’t think about all the detail and thought that goes into it.” The FFA is connected to the greenhouse, which has been an amazing teaching tool and community service since it was put up a couple years ago. Moss would also invite all those interested into joining FFA. “It’s a really good way to learn so much more than you would think—and it can lead to so many opportunities!”

continue to be generous in donating to the OEF.

Members of the National Honor Society who assisted with the project were Brynnlee Jones, Izzy Haycock, Olivia Nelson, Emily Coatney, Adi Schow, Rhone Gleckler, Emree Hanks, and Abigail Cox. NHS adviser Krista Karn also helped throughout the 2-hour project. OEF Board members present to assist included Kathy Atkinson, Lyndsie Thomas, Sarah Robbins, Kris Blaisdell, and Jean Thomas. Alyce Lewis helped organize the lists last week.

Please see the OEF website for the QR code that makes donating easier. Current and past copies of the OEF’s Annual Report can also be found on the website: https://oneidaeducationfoundation.org. Lists of teacher grants and scholarships can be found in the Annual Reports.

If you do not receive a Mail-a-thon form but would like to donate to the OEF, please see the website for the form, list of endowed funds, and information for donating to the OEF. You may designate where you would like your donation to go, and your donation is eligible for the special Idaho education tax credit.

A large group of volunteers gathered at Malad High School to help sort, label, and stuff envelopes for the Oneida Education Foundation, which has been working to provide scholarships for local students since 1985. Students, faculty, staff,

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To prevent oral diseases in children, Southeastern Idaho Public Health is partnering with Idaho State University Dental Hygiene Department, Pocatello Family Dentistry, and area dentists to provide a free day of dental care. This annual program, Give Kids A Smile, is by appointment only and will be held in Pocatello, on Saturday, February 7th from 9:00 am- 1:00 pm at the Idaho State University Dental Hygiene Clinic, 999 Martin Luther King Drive (Building #37). Tooth decay is the most common chronic childhood disease found in children. The social impact of oral

diseases in children is substantial. More than 51 million school hours are lost each year to dental-related illness. Pain and suffering due to untreated diseases can lead to problems in eating, speaking, and attending to learning.

Families that have children in need of dental services that do not have dental insurance or have limited access to dental care can call Dana Solomon at Southeastern Idaho Public Health at 208.239.5256 to schedule an appointment. If more information is needed, please call April Sluder at 208.478.6314.

Rumble Strips Oneida County Board of Commissioners 1/23

Playground donation

Rachel and Doug Crowther spoke to the commissioners about playground donations. Lance Tripp had informed them that they were about $10K away from being able to get rubber mulch instead of wood chips. Rubber mulch is a longer lasting product, and would be a better long term value, according to the information at hand.

Chairman Lewis noted that when they originally donated $1k to the playground, it wasn’t from a budget line designated for that specific purpose. At present, there is not a one-time spending account to draw the funds from. Doug Crowther said that they would need to have a start on it by March 1, and the commissioners agreed that they were supportive of it. “I think it’s a great project—a good use of community funds,” Commissioner Jeppsen said.

In order to make sure that the funding was transparent, Chairman Lewis stated, “It would be my recommendation that we set aside onetime spending money for February and then have you come back. I want to support this, but we have to do it the proper way.”

Excavation will be started on the new playground at the City Park within the next week or two. The project has come along relatively quickly for one of its size, as the result of high community involvement as well as the generosity of large individual donors. The playground will replace the equipment that has been removed from the site near the pavilion, and will provide a modern, safer play environment.

Overtime

Overtime hours on Fridays were discussed. They had talked about picking one Friday a month to pick a project that would use employees for overtime work and help offset things like equipment rentals to maximize its use. Some heavy equipment is rented by the week, and therefore sits idle during days when it is not in use. “We’re paying for a 40 hour week, whether we’re using it or not,” Road and Bridge Director Dianna Dredge said. Sheriff Doug Williams spoke to the commissioners about comp time. He was advised that employees should have the choice between overtime hours or comp time.

A motion to approve the Friday overtime hours passed for a one time trial.

SHSP funds for emergency prep fair

Bryan Kerr spoke to the commission about having funds from SHSP go toward the Emergency Prep Fair. There are $1173 or so dollars which need to be used or the funds will be re-assigned from the county. The commissioners approved the use of those funds for printing brochures or for going toward the upcoming Emergent Preparedness fair. The Fair is scheduled for March, and will features speakers and demonstrations on a number of topics related to Emergency Prep.

LaGrande AquaPlunge

A resolution and Memorandum of

Understanding with the pool were discussed. Commissioners had recently been informed that legislation has passed whereby the state health department doesn’t regulate pools. Bannock County drafted a contract with SIPH (Southeastern Idaho Public Health), rather than the state Health Dept to conduct the inspections. Going forward, the inspections will essentially be the same as in the past, though from another source. There are some questions about how the inspections would affect liability, etc, but the county and the pool administrators felt that having the safety and water quality monitored was essential to the pool being provided as a public service.

Water supply concerns

Dave Colton spoke to the commissioners about the fact that there is no way to shut off the water into the building at the Senior Center. The shutoff valve is underground near Thomas electric. He is proposing that they trench the road on Main street to wherever the valve is. Then they will put one in for the senior center and one for the courthouse. The potential problem is that if a break in the line occurred, the basement of the senior center would flood before the water could be turned off.

The commissioners will look into the issue further.

Assessor’s Office

Kathleen Atkinson spoke to the commissioners about tax cancellation. The office is sending out property tax reduction notices. The tables that value property are currently 2009 tables, but they are being updated to 2024.

DMV has slowed down due to online registration, but there is still a lot of title work because people buy cars out of state.

EMS

There are a number of students who are taking classes, and several EMTs who are now teaching them. The new ambulance is almost on the way.

Last year, they had 407 calls, which was a bit down. There wasn’t any particular thing to point to, other than the smaller number of calls possibly being due to the lack of snow.

There is some concern over changes in S Bannock county. Downey, Lava, and Inkom are being shut down, which might mean the Malad will be making runs to Downey. EMTs formerly with Bannock County stationed in Downey have reached out to see whether they can ride with Oneida County in order to keep their licensure current.

ATC

It was reported that the ATC phone upgrade had been completed. “Anything you do something new there are wrinkles that need to be ironed out,” Kyle from ATC said. The buildings in the county that have had their systems upgraded are now completed.

The internet is capable of 1 gigabit service as well.

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shoulders, it was determined that rumble strips would not be possible on the shoulders, so they would need to be installed down a striped center line.

The commissioners heard the input of residents along the route, who appeared to be unanimously opposed to the idea. The primary complaint was the noise that would be generated by drivers hitting the rumble strip, especially throughout night time hours. Residents noted that the rumble strips on I-15 already created a noise issue, and felt that strips just outside their residences would be a significant noise issue.

In addition, several speakers pointed out that a center rumble strip might actually cause drivers to straddle the center line, reinforcing the initial safety problem of drivers not maintaining their lanes.

A second part of the project—the road from Power County to the Y near Holbrook—was also a factor in the discussion. It was noted that rumble strips in that section would not affect many residences (including one of the commissioners’), but might allow them to qualify for the grant.

As the meeting continued, the commissioners noted that they were not interested in pursuing a project with such intense opposition, and ended the public comment in order to consult with Road and Bridge, the county attorney, and the engineers about their next options.

Said consultation ultimately led to the scheduling of an emergency meeting on Saturday to attempt to miti-

gate the financial loss associated with abandoning the grant.

At Saturday’s meeting, the commissioners and the Road and Bridge department discussed the options before them, along with the input from the engineers with Keller. The options that the commissioners ultimately landed upon were all in favor of striping only if it could be done without the old highway 191 rumble strips as part of the design.

LHTAC was contacted with the proposal that the grant move forward with striping and reflectors only on the eastern highway, and striping, reflectors and rumble strips on the western highway from Power county to Holbrook if that would satisfy the grant conditions. Under this proposal, the county would either pay its original percentage of the project cost, although the work would no longer include the rumble strips.

If that agreement were not acceptable to LHTAC, the county advised that it would scuttle the project and pay out the roughly $150,000 already paid for plans and engineering.

Because the project had not gone to bid yet, those involved believed that there would not be a full penalty associated with the grant withdrawal.

As of press time on Tuesday morning, the county was waiting to hear back from LHTAC about what they would be willing to do going forward. The long and short of it for now, though, is that there should not be any rumble strips put down on the Old Highway 191. It remains to be seen, however, whether there will end up being striping along the route.

Annual Sportsmen Against Hunger Event Jan. 31 and Feb. 1 in Chubbuck

Do you want to do something “wild” to benefit the Idaho Foodbank in southeast Idaho? Head on over to the 19th Annual Sportsmen Against Hunger event on Jan. 31 and Feb. 1 at the C-A-L Ranch store in Chubbuck. This free event runs from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. each day. Funds raised will help feed families, friends, and neighbors in need right here in southeast Idaho!

Event attendees can purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win one of the many great prizes donated by C-A-L Ranch, sportsmen’s groups, and local businesses. Raffle tickets are $5.00 each or 5 tickets for $20.00. And, you can even purchase your personal “wingspan” length of raffle tickets for $100.00. Raffle tickets will also be given to those who bring cans of food or other shelf-stable food items to the event.

In addition, volunteers from various

sportsmen’s groups and community organizations will have informational booths at the event-- ready to talk about hunting, fishing, conservation, and community projects supported by their clubs. Idaho Fish and Game will provide a fun kids’ sensory station with wildlife hides and a laser target shooting activity.

Just some of the event participants and supporters include: Idaho Foodbank, C-A-L Ranch of Chubbuck, KZBQ radio, Pocatello POW/MIA Awareness Association, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Ducks Unlimited, National Wild Turkey Federation, Idaho Fish and Game, Gate City Sport Shooting Association, Cowboy Action Shooting, local fly tiers, and others!

Last year, Sportsmen Against Hunger raised $3200 for the Idaho Foodbank here in southeast Idaho! Let’s come together to make a difference again this year!

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Stake Conference Report

BY ALLISON ELIASON

The Malad Idaho Stake held its annual conference January 24–25. The conference consisted of three meetings where leaders and members of the area testified through their personal experiences of the truthfulness of the gospel and the blessings that come from a faithful life.

The stake conference opened with an afternoon leadership meeting attended by the ward councils and organization presidencies. Bishop Justin Hatch of the Pleasantview Ward opened the meeting with remarks on being a disciple of Christ joyfully, one by one.

Quoting Elder Christofferson, he read, “The Savior taught one by one, and whatever we can do will be enough. We each contribute our grain of sand.” Bishop Hatch emphasized that by small, consistent efforts, great work can be accomplished, especially in efforts to minister to individuals in need.

Sharing a personal experience of how he helps teach his family to give their own grain of sand, Bishop Hatch spoke of a recent trip he and his family took to carry out humanitarian work. There, they built a very small, simple home for a family in need. Quietly, they testified of Christ through their actions, helping the family know they were watched over by a loving Heavenly Father.

Sister Roxanne Albertson, Relief Society president of the Sixth Ward, spoke next, sharing her testimony of ministering to the one. Teaching from Christ’s parables of the lost coin, the lost sheep, and the lost son, she suggested that oftentimes what or who is lost is actually much closer than we think. It can be a lonely widow, a youth who doesn’t feel like they belong, or a young mother struggling with her children while her husband sits on the stand fulfilling his calling. In order to reach out to the one, Sister Albertson highlighted that members

should ponder, seek the promptings of the Spirit, and then move forward with the tongue of angels.

President Brandon Ward, second counselor in the Malad Stake Presidency, spoke on the importance of every calling and role in the Church. No calling is more significant than another, and in each sphere, members should strive to serve with confidence, remembering the invitation to walk with Christ.

To close the meeting, Stake President David Jensen asked leaders to consider how to include the youth in ministering efforts. Instilling in them the importance of teaching and serving will set a foundation as they prepare to serve missions. As a chosen generation, the youth need strong examples and experiences before setting out as missionaries.

Saturday night featured the adult session, beginning with President and Sister Acevedo, missionaries from the Utah Ogden Mission. Sister Acevedo admitted that as members, we often question whether we can make a difference. She taught that if we love others as the Savior did, we will always make a difference. President Acevedo taught that as members come to know God, they will have the means to fulfill their covenant to gather Israel.

First Counselor President Sperry spoke of how attending the temple helps members prepare the world for Christ’s Second Coming. In a busy world, it may seem there is little time to worship in the temple, but President Sperry encouraged members to put the Lord first and trust that everything else will fall into place, reminding them that sacrifices bring forth blessings.

Testifying from his experiences as the Malad Stake patriarch, Brother Von Bean reminded members that they are loved sons and daughters of God, who is in “relentless pursuit” of them. He also reminded them that the purpose of this life is to come to know the Savior and to allow His atoning power to change and save them.

Once again, President Jensen closed the meeting, teaching from the story of a ranch wife in Arizona. Out in the field, she came upon a calf that reached out “to give a squeeze.” As she did, the calf let out a beller and, almost just as suddenly, she was surrounded by a number of concerned cows. She was impressed by the instinct the herd had to protect its young, especially with the many potential predators nearby.

He shared, “We have been blessed with hearts that were meant to feel, and yet we too often ignore the cries of distress we encounter. How sad it is that we choose to keep grazing and not take the time to rescue, when doing so leaves space for a predator to prowl and destroy.” Using the example of the herd, President Jensen challenged the congregation to make continued efforts to minister watchfully.

The final session was held Sunday morning as a general session for all members. Sister Maggie Schow, a youth from the Seventh Ward, was the first speaker. She spoke of her excitement for the opportunity to attend the temple and perform baptisms for the dead, sharing the peace and comfort she felt during her first visit.

From the Brigham City Temple presidency, Sister and Brother Carter spoke of the blessings of temple attendance. Sister Carter testified of the central role Jesus Christ plays in temple worship and how every sincere seeker will find Him there. Recalling the days of shopping from the “good, better, best” buckets at Sears, Brother Carter shared how he eventually learned that while good tools were good, better ones were better, and the best tools were best.

He used this analogy to describe good, better, and best temple worship. Those who are good attend for events such as weddings or firsttime endowments. Better are those who attend regularly, but mostly out of duty. The best are those who go with the intention of develop -

Soluble Fiber vs Insoluble Fiber

BY JACQUE HALL RDN, LDN

Fiber is a carbohydrate that the body does not digest.

There are two types of fiber: soluble and insoluble. Both are important and have different functions.

Soluble Fiber

Soluble Fiber dissolves in water, forms a gel, slows the digestion process and glucose absorption rate benefiting blood sugar control for people with Diabetes. It is also beneficial for weight loss, lowers LDL cholesterol. Foods high in soluble fiber include oats, legumes, dried beans and peas, fruits, vegetables, nuts, flaxseed, and psyllium husk. (1)

Insoluble Fiber

Insoluble Fiber is the type of fiber that does not absorb water and its primary function is to provide bulk to stool, aid in the movement through the digestive tract preventing constipation, promoting a regular bowel movement, and maintaining proper pH acidity that helps in preventing colon cancer. (1) You can find insoluble fiber in foods such as dark green leafy vegetables, edible plant skins, nuts and seeds, wheat bran, and whole-grain

foods like whole-wheat pasta and brown rice. Most diets have a combination of soluble and insoluble fiber, with 75 percent coming from insoluble fiber and 25 percent coming from soluble fiber. (1) Recommended fiber intake is 25-29 grams a day. (9)

Fruit

Passion fruit (1 cup): 25g, 100%

Breadfruit (1 cup): 11g, 44%

Raspberries (1 cup): 8g, 32%

Blackberries (1 cup): 8g, 32%

Boysenberries and gooseberries (1 cup): 7g, 28%

Pear (1 medium): 6g, 24%

Apples (medium-sized, with skin): 4.4g, 18%

Blueberries (1 cup): 3.6 g, 14%

Bananas (medium size): 3.1g, 12%

Prunes (5 pieces): 3g, 12%

Strawberries (1 cup): 2g, .08%

Vegetables

Artichoke (1 large): 9g, 36%

Green peas (1 cup): 8g, 32%

Sweet potato (½ cup, mashed): 4g, 16%

Baked potato with skin (1 medium): 4.0, 16%

Beets (1 cup): 3.8g, 15%

Carrots (1 cup raw): 3.6 g, 14%

Sweet corn (1 cup): 3.5g, 14%

Brussel sprouts (1 cup): 3.3g, 12%

ing a relationship with the Lord in His house.

Caleb Roe from the Second Ward Young Men group spoke next, sharing his experience attending Mission Prep. As he and others studied doctrine, attributes, and the character of disciples of Christ, he learned that the key to being a good missionary is effective communication, as their role is to invite others to Christ.

President Ward spoke of the importance of continued study of the Book of Mormon, even when the Come, Follow Me curriculum focuses on other scripture. He noted the invitation to walk with Christ on every page of the Book of Mormon and quoted President Nelson, who said, “I promise that as you prayerfully study the Book of Mormon every day, you will make better decisions—every day.” President Ward shared reasons he is grateful for the Book of Mormon, including its teachings on the purpose of life, the Atonement of Jesus Christ, the covenant path, gathering Israel, personal revelation, and the reality of Christ’s resurrection.

“He trieth your patience and your faith,” began President Sperry as he addressed the congregation. Acknowledging the many challenges faced by members of the Malad Stake, he spoke of the blessings that come as the Lord tests both patience and faith. He taught that moments of sacrifice will be “consecrated for your gain” and that peace and rest come from living covenants.

In his final message, President Jensen shared examples of discipleship he has witnessed, including his son’s mission president calling to assure him of his safety during an oncoming storm, visits made in preparation for stake conference, and seeing families simply sit with loved ones in times of pain and grief. He reminded members that they do not walk the covenant path alone but travel it together, with a responsibility to help others along the way.

Grains

Raisin Bran (1 cup): 7g, 28%

Spaghetti, whole wheat (1cup): 6g, 24%

Shredded wheat (2 biscuits): 6g, 24%

Oat bran (1 cup): 6g, 24%

Bran flakes (3/4 cup): 5.5g, 22%

Quinoa, cooked (1 cup): 5g, 20%

Oat bran muffin (1 med) 5g, 20%

Brown rice (1 cup): 4g, 16%

Psyllium, (1 tsp, 5 grams) 4g, 16%

Popcorn, air-popped (3 cups): 3.5g, 14%

Legumes, Nuts and Seed

Split peas (1 cup cooked): 16.3g, 65%

Lentils (½ cup, dried): 8g, 32% Black beans (1cup, cooked): 15g, 60%

Kidney beans 1 cup, cooked): 12.2g, 49%

Chia seeds (1 ounce (oz)): 10g, 40% Lima beans (1 cup): 9g, 36%

Flaxseeds (1 oz): 6g, 24%

Pumpkin seeds (1oz): 5g, 20%

Almonds (1 oz): 4g, 16%

* Based on 25g of fiber

Fiber is a carbohydrate that the body does not digest. Therefore, for every gram of fiber you eat, you can subtract that number from your total carbohydrate count.

Grandparents Only

Not recommended for parents or kids...

By Gramma Dot

John Malouf arrived in the United States in 1907 at the age of 15, traveling alone by ship. He didn’t know anyone aboard and would sit looking out at the water with tears in his eyes over the uncertainty of his journey. Without any knowledge of English and with a note pinned to his lapel with his name and destination, he was able to get from the boat, through Ellis Island and to the right train and conclude his journey to Ogden, Utah. At the train station in Ogden, he was met by his father who hadn’t seen him in years and had to ask several questions to establish his identity. He was then delivered to the family home on Wall Avenue.

If you knew your grandfather had accomplished such a feat, would you stand a little taller and have more confidence in your own abilities? Many of us have remarkable stories in our family histories. Do we share them with those who carry the same DNA? We also have stories of our own, remarkable or not, that can support and help our own loved ones.

Biography is powerful. Especially if it is a family member’s story. Friend Brett Allen has authored LifeSketch which can be found at www.lifesketch.ai. It works through natural, guided conversations—like sitting down with a thoughtful listener who knows how to help you

remember. You talk. You reflect. AI organizes and puts it on paper.

Friend Anne Crowther has used LifeSketch and says, “I may never post or attract even one follower on X. But I like my simple stories. And I enjoy reflecting about what life is teaching me... Maybe one day someone will read a page or two from my life sketch and be glad they did. But for me and for now it’s just fun remembering.”

Back to John Malouf who spent his first 15 years in Lebanon. During that time, he received his education at the “Oak Tree University,” which was literally under an oak tree with a teacher and other boys. His solo voyage to the New World added to his education. Once he landed in the United States, he became a traveling salesman and met his future bride, Alice Jenkins, in Samaria, Idaho. He and Alice raised eight children in Ogden. * Their second daughter, Dorothy, married Ralph Jones, they made their home in Malad and raised Alice and Jerry. Alice’s posterity, the Moon Bunch, have courage and resilience in their DNA as evidenced by this short biographical clip. They are people you can count on. Life is Good when you know your people!

Brett plans to have an open class at the Oneida County Library soon to help patrons get started with LifeSketch. Check at the library for dates and times.

*Family History of John and Alice Malouf

SCHOOL MENU

Malad Elementary BreakfastServed with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk

February 2 - Cereal Assortment, Waffle

February 3 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Burrito

February 4 - Cereal Assortment, Sweet Bread

February 5 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Pizza

Malad Elementary LunchServed with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk

February 2 - Mini Calzone, Garlic Breadstick, Food Choice - Corn or Pineapple

February 3 - Hamburger Gravy, Mash Potato, Roll, Food ChoiceGreen Beans or Orange

February 4 - Ham & Cheese Stuffwich (Hotpocket), Chips, Food Choice - Carrot Sticks or Pears

February 5 - Chicken Sandwich, Baked Fries, Food ChoiceBroccoli or Applesauce

Malad Middle & High School

Breakfast - Served with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk

February 2 - Cereal Assortment, Mini Bagels

February 3 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Bar

February 4 - Cereal Assortment, French Toast Sticks

February 5 - Cereal Assortment, Sweet Bread

Malad Middle & High School

Lunch - Served with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk

February 2 - Hot Dog on a Bun, Chips, Salad Bar, Food ChoiceCarrot Sticks or Peaches

February 3 - Chicken Drumstick, Baked Beans, Salad Bar, Food Choice - Corn or Apple

February 4 - Taco Soup, Tortilla Chips, Salad Bar, Food ChoiceCelery Sticks or Pears

February 5 - Chicken Parmesan, Garlic Bread, Salad Bar, Food Choice - Green Beans or Fruit Cocktail

BOWLING RESULTS

Redfield Hospital 5 11

High Game – Marty Hill 236, Julie Green 204 High Series – Marty Hill 620, Shelly Williams 501 Other 200 Games – Danny Smith 201, Shelly Williams 201

BIRTHDAYS

Taylor Christensen, Jan. 30

Jordan Curtis, Jan.30

Susan Goodrich, Jan. 30

Aaron Griffiths, Jan. 30

Bert Timothy, Jan. 30

Linda Baldini, Jan. 30

Sherm Vaughan, Jan. 30

Brady Daniels, Jan. 31

Kelly Daniels, Jan. 31

Nicole Jenson, Jan 31

Donna Jones, Jan. 31

Shane Nalder, Jan. 31

Teresa Tubbs, Jan. 31

Brylee Barnes, Jan. 31

Terry Davis, Feb. 1

Brandon Ekstrom, Feb. 1

Leisa Hummel, Feb. 1

Marie Reeder, Feb. 1

Conway Tapp, Feb. 1

Laurie Thorsted, Feb. 1

Ted Williams, Feb. 1

Breelle Daniels, Feb. 2

Johanna Green, Feb. 2

Travis Jones, Feb. 2

Paige Hubbard, Feb. 2

Terree Taylor, Feb. 2

MAIELI’S THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE – Neck or Whiplash Issues or for just a great massage. Call Maieli Murray (626) 337 - 0772 (1-52)

ANNOUNCEMENTS, MALAD

ALANON - We are only a phone call away. For information on meetings, call 208-220-5295 or 208251-9808. (1-52)

Jerry Camp, Feb. 3

Bobbie Garrett, Feb. 3

Kyah Hankel, Feb. 3

Annette Hess, Feb. 3

Makyla Madsen, Feb. 3

Cheyenne Palmer, Feb. 3

Mike Atkinson, Feb. 4

Sharee Blaisdell, Feb. 4

Jean Coburn, Feb. 4

Jeanny Corbridge, Feb. 4

Anjanele Degn, Feb. 4

Ty Price, Feb. 4

Jayson Sorenson, Feb. 4

Shelby Hamilton, Feb. 4

Rowdy Barnes, Feb. 5

Lynda Facer, Feb. 5

Jim Goodrich, Feb. 5

Kelly Purdum, Feb. 5

Ray Lloyd, Feb. 5

If you would like to add yourself, your kids, loved one, friend or family member to our weekly birthday list, contact Sherrie at 208-766-4773 or email sherrie.w@idahoenterprise.com

ANNOUNCEMENTS, MALAD AA/NA MEETINGS, Tuesday and Thursday at 8:00 p.m., Saturday, 7:00 p.m., Call: Rick M. 208-7663584; Gary B. 435-230-3734; Jack H. 208-830-7371; or Kirk S. 208241-2297; or AA Hotline 208-2351444. (1-52)

Other 200 Games – Danny Smith 235, Marty Hill 230

ON THIS DAY

1845 American writer Edgar Allan Poe’s poem “The Raven” first published in The Evening Mirror newspaper (New York City)

1886 Karl Benz patents the “Benz Patent-Motorwagon” in Karlsruhe, Germany, the world’s first automobile with an internal combustion engine

1892 The Coca-Cola Company is incorporated in Atlanta, Georgia

1896 American Emile Grubbe is the first doctor to use radiation treatment for breast cancer

1920 Walt Disney starts work as an artist with KIC Slide Co for $40 a week

1959 Walt Disney’s “Sleeping Beauty” released

1979 US President Jimmy Carter commutes Patty Hearst’s 7 year jail sentence to time served (22 months)

1988 United Airlines Boeing 747SP, circles world in 36h54m15s

1990 Exxon Valdez captain Joseph Hazelwood goes on trial due to oil spill

2000 Karl Malone of the Utah Jazz becomes the third player in NBA history to score 30,000 career points; finished with 35 in a 96-94 loss to Minnesota; behind Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (38,387) and Wilt Chamberlain (31,419)

2018 Marvel film “Black Panther” directed by Ryan Coogler and starring Chadwick Boseman premieres in Los Angeles

2025 US Army helicopter practicing night vision flying, crashes mid-air into commercial jet, killing all 67 passengers, including dozens of figure skaters, and crew members, over the Potomac River while approaching Ronald Reagan National Airport near Washington D.C.

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Mail or drop o at the The Idaho Enterprise, P.O. Box 205, Malad Idaho 83252 100 E. 90 S., Malad, Idaho 208-766-4773

LOOKING BACK

5 YEARS AGO (2021)

In a press release issued by the Idaho State Board of Education on Friday, January 22, it was indicated that an updated plan for school winter sports would enable Idaho school districts and charter schools to allow up to 40 percent capacity in school gymnasiums for games and matches, or up to four spectators per student participant, whichever is larger, if physical distancing requirements can be maintained or if masks are worn.

Linda Sullivan was honored as the Oneida School District “Employee of the Month” at the January 19 meeting of the School Board. Linda is the District’s administrative assistant for human resources and the office manager for the Idaho Home Learning Academy. Because of the large increase in numbers of students and teachers for IHLA this year, Linda has had to take on many diverse responsibilities.

Linda received a copy of the “Starfish” poem and a gift certificate. Her plaque will hang in the District Office for the next month.

10 YEARS AGO (2016)

Newly inducted into the Heritage Club of the Oneida Education Foundation is Jason Dahlke, M Club level and Jean Thomas OEF chair. Floyd and Nedra Gleed moved to the Orange & Black level; and the Oneida County Deputies, represented by Darl Gleed was also a new inductee into the M Club level. Other new inductees were Kyle and Jessica Tubbs.

The Oneida County Search and Rescue held their annual meeting and banquet last Thursday evening at the Dude Ranch Café. Special guests included Malad Councilman Tom Jenkins and Harry Sherman.

The Oneida County Deputies held their quarterly meeting on January 13. Two new members joined The Deputies, Terry Jones and Troy Estep.

The Malad High School Lady Dragons are ready to face their district opponents as they begin their run through the 2A Fifth District Tournament. Members of this year’s Varsity team who will be leading the charge through district for Malad are Sami Williams, Emmah Peterson, Hanah Peterson, Natalie Jensen, Paityn Tripp, Taber Paskett, Naomi Corbridge, Shawnee Simpson and Sadie Simpson.

15 YEARS AGO (2011) New 2011 Search and Rescue officers were sworn in Thursday night with Brad Hess, commander; Gary Hess, 1st vice commander; Steve Stayner, 2nd vice commander and Natasha Nalder, quartermaster.

The fifth annual Big Dog Ice Fishing Tournament, organized by Oneida County resident Bret Felter was held on January 22 at the Devil Creek Reservoir. The first place prize of $1,500 was awarded to Jim Byrnes for a fish that he caught measuring 19 1/2 inches. The second place prize of $1,000, third place prize in the amount of $750 and fourth place prize of $500 were combined and split between Wade Cornia, Dan Harward and Jake Western, who each caught a fish measuring 19 inches.

Members of the Oneida County Farm Bureau attending the State convention were pictured in The Idaho Enterprise: Sharon Harris, Nancy Asay, Maysi Tubbs, LaDean Stanley, Cindy Nalder, David Harris, Austin Tubbs, Reed Stanley, Dallan Nalder and Jane Ann Ward. Dallan and Cindy Nalder were named Idaho Farm Bureau Ag Ambassadors for District

1 at the State Farm Bureau Convention; Jane Ann Ward received the Pinnacle Award and Austin and Maysi Tubbs were the winners of the Achievement Award for the Idaho Farm Bureau’s Idaho Youth Farmers and Ranchers.

The new Stake LDS Young Women’s Presidency is Natalie Larsen, president; Becky Moss, first counselor; Stephanie Francom, second counselor and Lisa Atkinson, secretary.

20 YEARS AGO (2006)

The Bar J Wranglers from the Bar J Chuckwagon in Jackson Hole, will appear at the Malad Elementary School on February 3, sponsored by the Oneida County Hospital Foundation, with help from ATC Communications, who will provide door prizes at the concert.

Janie L. Thomas has been named to the Idaho State University 2005 fall semester dean’s list for the college of Arts and Sciences, which was announced by Dr. John Kijinski, dean of the college.

Mindy Daniels Thomas was awarded a certificate of completion from the Academy of Medical Careers at the school’s 40th graduation. Mindy was one of only seven graduates who successfully completed requirements to receive her certificate. The ceremonies were held at the Logan Regional Hospital.

Eldon Scott Roe was recently awarded a master’s degree in Curriculum and Education from the University of Phoenix. A 1985 graduate of Malad High School, Eldon earned a bachelor’s degree at Utah State University in 1990. He is currently the principal of the Hyrum West LDS Seminary and Bishop of his Hyrum, Utah ward.

The Lady Dragons are sitting in a good position, first in the district, as they enter the final week of the regular season. This year’s team includes: Larissa Crump, Brandy Bertagnolli, Ashlee Blaisdell, Rachael Colton, Elise Blaisdell, Rose Stromberg, Becky Colton, Tazya Williams, Alyssa Peacock, Erin Jenkins, April Neal, Krystal Thorpe, Brittany Buehler and Ashlee Wakley.

30 YEARS AGO (1996)

Oneida County Hospital’s new birthing suite seems to have passed the test of public approval.

First March of Dimes baby, Brenda Clark, pictured with newborn son Kayden Thomas, has the honor of being the first Mom completing the March of Dimes’ “Babies and You” class to deliver her baby at the Oneida County Hospital. Pictured with instructors of the class, Sheila Peabody and Pat Martin, Brenda was presented a quilt, compliments of the Oneida County Hospital and Malad Sew Rite. Also helping with the class is Judy Hobson. The prenatal classes, aimed at ensuring the birth of healthy babies, are now taught regularly at no charge in the hospital conference room. Tiny Kayden was born to Brenda and Shawn Clark on January 14 at Oneida Hospital, the first baby born in the newly completed “Birthing Room”.

Dawn Marie Jones, daughter of Wayne and Marilyn Jones has been called to serve in the Neuguen Argentina Mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

New Officers of the Pink Ladies Hospital Auxiliary organization took over the reins of leadership last week. Serving as President, Ruth L. Thomas; 1st vice-president, Marilyn Roll-

50 YEARS AGO (1976) Who says you can’t have your cake and eat it too?

Lynn Stayner’s first grade class managed both this week with a gigantic birthday party for America that included a yummy patriotic cake topped with 200 flaming candles. The youngsters, decked out in party hats and mile-wide smiles, explained what they thought was great about the U.S.A. The cake was made and decorated by Phyllis Stayner and Louise Hughes. Assisting with the party was room mother Mrs. David Cowlishaw and teacher aide Nancy Stayner.

ins; 2nd vice-president, Helen Dennis; secretary duties will be shared by Jeanne Erskine and Donna Vanderwood; treasurer, Patricia Wright; Sunshine chairman, Shelba Thomas. The Pink Ladies auxiliary was organized by Elsie Sperry, who was then a hospital board member, and two members of the Franklin County Pink Ladies, on April 23, 1979.

Jennifer Hess has been named to the College of Agriculture Dean’s List at the University of Idaho for the 1995-96-fall semester.

40 YEARS AGO (1986)

The 1986 Board of directors for the Senior Citizens’ Center are Grant Pincock, president; Howard Wakley, vice president; Mary Romrell, secretary; Marlene Peterson, fund-raising chairman; Arva Hall, program chairman and Dephane Taylor, Hazel Ezell, John Nielsen and Grant Haws, nutrition chairmen.

Youth representative candidates for “Cub Scout Youth Representative of the Year” were announced recently by District Scout Leaders. The boys chosen from their individual Packs to represent the Cub Scouts are: Shawn D. Williams, Pack 401, son of Brad and Kathy Williams; Thomas Hutchinson, Pack 422, son of Devan and Laurie Hutchinson; Kirk Paul Tubbs, Pack 437, son of Paul and Karen Tubbs; and Hutch Daniels, Pack 452, son of Joe and Eurada Daniels.

Despite the challenge, becoming an Eagle Scout has become a tradition in the Marteeny family. Three weeks ago, 14-year-old Douglas Marteeny was honored in an Eagle Court of Honor at the LDS Stake Center. As his mother pinned the Eagle Badge on his shirt, his father proudly stood by his side. His grandparents, Jeanette and Ellsworth Marteeny of Conneaut, Ohio, watched from the audience. Douglas marked the third generation of Eagles in one family. Douglas’ father, Dan, received his Eagle Badge in October 1961. His grandfather, Ellsworth, was presented an identical honor on May 21, 1931. In fact, young Ellsworth was the first Eagle Scout in Conneaut, Ohio, where he was raised and went on to earn his Eagle Palms.

50 YEARS AGO (1976)

Two Malad men have joined the Army. They are Terrill N. Hess, 17 and David P. Jones, 17, enlisted for training as tank turret repairmen. They are both at Fort Ord, California for basic training.

Lynn Stayner’s first grade class held a gigantic birthday party for America that included a yummy patriotic cake topped with 200 flaming candles. The youngsters, decked out in party hats and mile-wide smiles, explained what they thought was great about the U.S.A. The cake was made and decorated by Phyllis Stayner and Louise Hughes. Assisting with the party was room mother Mrs. David Cowlishaw and teacher aide Nancy Stayner. Following are some of the comments received: Tracey Davis – Washington was great because he was our President and he was put on a nickel or dime. We say the Pledge of Allegiance to our flag to thank Heavenly Father for our Country because

he gave us our country. Heather Lee Ward – I like America because it’s so beautiful. The bluebirds, tulips, yellow sunshine, grass and snow. Sherrie Napier – I like our Country because we can have a Church and learn about the Gospel. Kathy Thomas – I love our Country, it’s special. Blair Palmer – America is ours and I like living here with my family and it’s nice living in our Country. – Paula Madsen – America is good. I like living here, you can learn a lot.

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hess hosted a birthday dinner for their children Amy and Kurtis. Kurtis marked his 12th and Amy her eighth.

Debbie Corbridge, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lon Corbridge entered the Language Training Mission at Provo where she will received several months of preparation before going to Thailand to serve an LDS Mission. Malad High School junior David Tovey has been selected Player of the Week by the basketball team’s coaching staff.

60 YEARS AGO (1966)

A trailer-truck carrying radioactive material from the National Reactor Testing Station slid off icy U.S. 191 eight miles north of Malad and blocked traffic for two hours. The driver, and a passerby who gave him a ride to Pocatello, were checked at Bannock Memorial Hospital for possible exposure to radioactivity. They were released after showing no sign of exposure or injury.

A farewell testimonial will honor Elder Donald Ashton, at the Cherry Creek LDS Ward. Elder Ashton has been called to serve in the Northern German Mission.

Two students from the journalism class were taken to jail. Since, of course, the trip was merely for an inspection of the facilities offered by the county in the Oneida jail, there was no need for any alarm. Tom Colton and Neil Brinkerhoff were the two students who made the tour, accompanied by Deputy Sheriff Ralph Burton.

A farewell testimonial will honor Elder Darrel V. Tubbs at the Malad Second LDS Ward. Elder Tubbs has been called to serve in the New England Mission.

A/3C Glen Schwartz arrived home last week from Denver, Colorado, where he is stationed with the U. S. Air Force, to spend his leave with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Rex Schwartz.

70 YEARS AGO (1956)

Herman Miller, Jr., of the Oneida Jewelers store in Malad presented a large electric clock to the agricultural shop building. Accepting the clock were Ag students Dallas Neal and J. A. Neal.

A jukebox was purchased last week by the Junior and Senior High Student Councils. It has been placed in the gymnasium. Social dancing will be done in the gym during the noon hour every other Friday. The jukebox will come in handy when it is impossible to engage an orchestra because of lack of funds. Records are being purchased and the students are all looking forward to some good dances. Money is not needed to play this particular jukebox.

NOTICES

SUMMONS TO:JOSEPH REED

You have been sued by GENESIS RECOVERY SERVICES, INC, the Plaintiff, in the SIXTH District Court in and for ONEIDA COUNTY, Idaho, Case No. CV36-25-0136. The nature of the claim against you is collection of money owed by you. Any time after 21 days following the last publication of this summons, the court may enter a judgment against you without further notice, unless prior to that time you have filed a written response in the proper form, including the Case No., and paid any required filing fee to the 10 Court St., Malad City ID 83252, telephone (208) 766-4116, and served a copy of your response on the Plaintiff's attorney MICHAEL J. ARCHIBALD, #8476 at M2 Law Group PC, P.O. Box 330, Meridian, ID 83680, telephone (208) 336-3331. A copy of the Summons and Complaint can be obtained by contacting either the Clerk of the Court or the attorney for Plaintiff. If you wish legal assistance, you should immediately retain an attorney to advise you in this matter.

Dated: 11/26/2025

MATTHEW LON COLTON ONEIDA COUNTY DISTRICT COURT

By LACIE MONTGOMERY

Deputy

Publishing: 1/15/2026, 1/22/2026, 1/29/2026, 2/5/2026

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NOTICE OF PROPOSED CHANGE OF WATER RIGHT TRANSFER NO. 90254

ISRAEL BARLOW, 6007 W 8000 S, PAYSON, UT 84651 has filed Application No. 90254 for changes to the following water rights within ONEIDA County(s): Right No(s). 15-7037; to see a full description of these rights and the proposed transfer, please see https:// research.idwr.idaho.gov/apps/ waterrights/querynewtransfers. The purpose of the transfer is to change a portion of the above rights as follows: change point of diversion and place of use. Proposed point of diversion is in SESW Sec 27 T15S R36E for 0.14 cfs from Ground Water. Proposed place of use is in NENW Sec 34 and SESW Sec 27, T15S R36E for 10 acres. For additional information concerning the property location, contact Eastern Region office at (208)525-7161. Protests may be submitted based on the criteria of Idaho Code Sec. 42-222. Any protest against the proposed change must be filed with the Department of Water Resources, Eastern Region, 900 N SKYLINE DR STE A, IDAHO FALLS ID 83402-1718 together with a protest fee of $25.00 for each application on or before 2/9/2026. The protestant must also send a copy of the protest to the applicant.

MATHEW WEAVER, Director Published on 1/22/2026 and 1/23/2026

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Dear Texas Ranchers

BY ALLISON ELIASON

As I listened to the news this morning, with the sun melting away the little frost off my front steps, I heard you are in the midst of a winter storm that only hits your ranges once in a few years. I got to thinking that this could be our fault if our weather gate got left open and all our usual winter weather headed south for the season.

Up north here we are dealing with an unusual weather pattern ourselves, mild and sunny- something we aren’t sure how to handle in the heart of winter. I’m not sure if we signed up for some sort of life swap without actually singing our names to it but I thought I would write a note to lend a little advice for the cold weather you are facing.

When the temperatures really start to drop and it is coupled with a little wind, snow or both, we like to pull out what we call a coat. Something heavy duty, wind proof, waterproof and that will keep in all the toasty body heat. I know down south you probably don’t have the selection we do hanging up in your closets, and with the current mindset of civilization these days, the stores were robbed of everything on the hanger, so just do the best you can.

Under that nice warm coat, you need to have a few layers. You can choose between a button up shirt, nice hoodie, heated vest or even all three. Layers are going to help you navigate the spectrum between “I’m absolutely freezing right now” and “These layers are working and I’m sweating hot.” I know you are used to the one extreme of never feeling the chill, so having to decide how many layers is necessary might take some trial and error. I’m gonna guess that this storm will be over before you finally get that skill dialed in.

Gloves are going to be an absolute must. They aren’t going to be as much about keeping your hands clean and dry and more about keeping the blood flowing through them so they

NEWS OF RECORD

ONEIDA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Payton Cole Thomas, Providence, speeding, $33.50, costs

$56.50

Bradley Carl Barlow, Enoch, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Peggy P Bodily, Preston, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Sam K Coombs, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

John Marvin Walczykowski, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs

$56.50

MALAD CITY

Janae Daniels, speeding in school zone, $100.00, costs

$56.50

Sarah Elizabeth Showell, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs

$56.50

Joshiua Todd Smith, Iona, speeding in school zone, $100.00, costs $56.50

Mark Charles Williams, Centerville, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50; fail to register annually, $10.50, costs $56.50

IDAHO STATE POLICE

Junior Beyam, Nampa, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Brandi Rae Di Gionantonio, Sandy, speeding, $33.50, costs

$56.50

Scott Robert Garrison, Draper, speeding, $33.50, costs

$56.50

Michael Joseph, Pote, Salt Lake City, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Courtney William Ryan, Ennis, speeding, $33.50, costs

$56.50

Jaspreet Singh Sidhu, NA, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Joshua Kurt Smedley, Iona, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

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January 16, 2026

don’t fall off. If you don’t already have the top of the line, leather insulated, fluffy lined gloves we northerners use, you might just have to pile on pairs of cotton gloves under your usual ranch gloves.

There is a lot to be said about a Texas cowboys fashion, but I’m here to tell you that when the thermometer drops, fashion goes out the window for function. Instead of a cowboy hat, yes we applaud you for at least turning in the straw hat for a felt one, you had better grab something thick and wooly to keep your ears covered and hang on to all that heat your hot head is letting off (not to say your hot headed, unless this storm is bringing out the best in you).

Those fancy wild rags are going to be less of a statement about your own personalized style and more a statement about just how dang cold it is outside. Keep that knot snug and tight to keep the wind from sneaking in from any direction.

You’re going to need to trade in your cowboy boots for a pair of arctic weather mucks. Tromping through the snow and ice isn’t made for just your everyday boots. They are going to require a little refinement in both the heating and traction departments.

Now that you have a better idea of how to dress for real winter weather, why don’t I offer a little practical advice to new challenges your work is going to offer. Cows are going to eat more in the cold, it’s how they stay warm. So plan on spending extra time and feed to keep the herd happy. I think we all can relate that hangry + cold is a bad combination, even for a cow.

Those cold snowy days are hard to calve in, I know. It’s going to take a watchful eye to keep those babies warm and moving. It’s too bad you aren’t set up to watch them come in with the convenience of the cameras we have set up so we can stay in our nice warm cozies. Maybe in 10 years when the next big storm rolls through you can get it set up

Dave Nokes Revocable Trust

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for the few cold days that will come with it. Until then, just keep heading outside. I promise it will end. Sometime. Just not soon enough.

Not having insulated troughs is probably a real bummer for you now. I’m sure you didn’t ever really think you would need it but here you are toasting pipes and breaking ice for the herd to get a drink. A silver lining of it all- I bet you aren’t cold anymore as you break open the last patch of ice. In fact, I bet as you were ax hacking away, you worked through your layers, appreciating each one along the way, until you were down to your sweaty undershirt. Just hurry and put it back on before your sweat freezes.

A final note to your wifeThe rancher in your life is likely going to do some bizarre things do manage this cold weather and you are just going to have to roll with it. Paths to and through the fields are going to be a priority before your driveway. You weren’t going anywhere in this storm anyway, right? There is probably going to be a calf in your bath tub and your nice towels will likely be used to dry off another before he starts to freeze. Nod your head, say yes dear, and just pray for both your sakes that the storm hurries through.

All jokes aside, whether you are in Idaho or Texas, ranching in the cold and snow is no easy feat. We see the struggles you are going through genuinely wish it wasn’t so challenging. Spending nearly every hour trying to keep the herd healthy and alive is taxing, but that is what we were made for. We are the type of breed that doesn’t give up when times get tough. Through the wins and losses, we double down. Keep in the fight. We are praying for you.

Sincerely,

An Idaho rancher’s wife

N Roth

Substitution of Trustee -

Grantor: Matthew Gomes, Rocket Mortgage LLC; Grantee: Jeffrey E Rolig

Deed of Reconveyance

- Grantor: Jeffrey E Rolig; Grantee: Matthew Gomes

Quit Claim Deed - Grantor: David R Mill Trustee, Elaine S Mills Trustee, The Mills Family Trust; Grantee: Douglas Jon Mills, Valerie Mills

January 21, 2026

Deed of Trust - Grantor: CJS TS Properties LLC, CJ’s Travel Stop LLC; Grantee: Mofi, Montana Community Development Corporation

Deed of ReconveyanceGrantor: Intercap Lending INC; Grantee: Jeremy Huggins

January 22, 2026

Assignment of Deed of Trust - Grantor: Goldman Sachs Mortgage Company, Tobin E Palmer, Shondell C Palmer; Grantee: US Bank Trust National Association

Deed of ReconveyanceGrantor: Tips Leasing LLC, Buckaroo Valley Funding LLC, Northern Title Company; Grantee: Samuel Carter, Lisa Carter

Deed of ReconveyanceGrantor: Northern Title Company, Dennis Long, Kristin Long; Grantee: Lad R Neilson, Jennifer Neilson

Deed of ReconveyanceGrantor: America First Federal Credit Union; Grantee: Curtis H Green, Marie L Green

Grantor: Northwest Farm Credit Services, Grant J Roth, Oksana N Roth; Grantee: Jeffrey E Rolig

Deed of Reconveyance

- Grantor: Jeffrey E Rolig; Grantee: Grant J Roth, Oksana

Easement of Right of Way - Grantor: Curlew Valley Living Trust; Grantee: Pacificorp, Rocky Mountain Power Record of Survey - Grantor: Allen Lan Surveying; Grantee: Tim Thomas Warranty Deed - Grantor: Scott J Finlinson; Grantee: Bret Dunyon

Upcoming Extension Office Events

BY SAWYER FONNESBECK, UI EXTENSION EDUCATOR

It is January! The temperatures sure feel like it, but we just don’t have the snow we need to carry us through the growing season coming up in a few months. The mountain snowpack here is better than other parts of the state, but keep your fingers crossed that we get more of the white stuff before too long.

We had a great Beef Calving school last week that was attended by nearly 30 individuals! There were some great presentations, hands on activities, and a great dinner. Thanks to our sponsors of our November and January Beef Schools: Oneida County Farm Bureau, IFA, and Idaho Ag Credit. We appreciate your support. There are a lot of educational opportunities coming up in the next couple of months. Please look at the events listed below and I hope you find one or two that are useful to you! If you have any questions, please let me know by responding to this email or calling 208-766-2243.

February 4th

East Idaho Cereals Conference in Idaho Falls (9AM to 4PM). If you are involved in growing cereal grains, this is an amazing conference chuck full of valuable information. There will be general sessions as well as break out sessions/classes. Registration cost is $30/person before January 28th. Registration link is on the attached flyer. If you have any questions, you can reach out to me or Justin Hatch (208-547-3205) February 23rd Practical Farm and Ranch Financial Records Class. This is a great beginners guide to record keeping for your farm and/or ranch. This VIRTUAL

class will be held on February 23rd, March 2nd, 9th, and 16th from 7-8PM each night. Registration link is included in the flyer above. If you have any questions, please contact me or Ron Patterson (rpatterson@ uidaho.edu)

February 25th

Farm Financial Analysis Class. This VIRTUAL class is a great one put on by my colleague in Idaho Falls. Topics covered include: Production Records, Balance Sheets, Income Statements, Cash Flow, Enterprise and Partial Budgeting, and Farm Financial Analysis. Classes will be held virtually on February 25th, March 4th, 11th, and 18th from 7-8PM. Registration link and additional information found on the attached flyer.

SAVE THE DATE February 25th – How to run a meeting: Simple Parliamentary Procedure for local organizations. Have you ever been to a meeting that just isn’t as productive as it could be? This class will introduce participants to simple parliamentary procedure which will help meetings to become more efficient and organized!! Any local organization or individual is welcome to attend!! It will be held at the Oneida County Event Center at 6PM. Flyer will be coming soon. March 5th

East Idaho Forage School. Exact times and locations are TBD. This is a great program we offer every year to forage growers!

March 26th

Early Garden Seed Starting Class. Will be held at the Oneida County Event Center in the evening. More information to come soon!

Thank you all for your support of our programs!

OBITUARIES

Brad Daniel Williams

November 15, 1955 ~ January 20, 2026

Brad Daniel Williams passed away peacefully in his sleep of natural causes the morning of January 20, 2026. He was 70 years young. And just like that, life on this earth will never be the same.

Brad was born November 15, 1955 to Wayne and Kathleen Daniels Williams. He was their curly-haired, blueeyed caboose. Brad grew up as his dad’s shadow. He spent summers up Dempsey Creek herding cattle and fixing fences. His mom had to sew small little pockets on his shirts for his stick cigarettes – just like his dad. He also learned important roping skills while playing with the geese, who didn’t take kindly to a little boy with a rope. He was often his father’s co-driver in the beer truck doing deliveries all over southeast Idaho. Maybe sitting on the floor boards running the gas pedal influenced his desire later to operate heavy machinery. He never forgot all those small stops, nor the sweet ladies that loved his smile and curly hair. Brad’s work ethic started early as he bucked bales for the Evans family and it continued all through his life. He especially enjoyed being his own boss for twenty years as he owned and operated WMS Contracting, a heavy equipment excavation business. His work ethic, honesty, and kindness kept him busy all those years. There wasn’t a horse he was too busy to bury – free of charge.

Brad and Kathy were married September 27, 1975 and celebrated 50 years of wedded bliss last year. They were sealed as an eternal family in August of 1980 in the Manti Temple. They have two children, Shawn and Teauna, who share his work ethic and responsibility to those they love. Mom will be watched over both on earth and from those on the other side of the veil. Family visits were a highlight of Brad’s life.

He especially loved those little ones who made him laugh and brought joy. Although expressing love was difficult, he does truly love his family deeply and will now move freely to watch over us as a fierce guardian angel.

Brad is survived by his wife, Kathy, of 50 plus years; son Shawn (Brook) Williams, Malad; daughter Teauna (Zack) Hawkes, Malad; brother Verlin (Annette) Williams, Malad; sister Pam (Ron) Davidson, Oregon; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Also, many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Brad was preceded in death by his parents and his oldest sister Shelia.

As the poem states, life is lived between the dashes and those are the stories too many to mention but so very fun and memorable. So gather often, share memories and take nothing for granted. Forgive shortcomings and love each other unconditionally.

We love you Brad and we miss you terribly already.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, January 27th, 2026, at 12 noon at Horsley Funeral Home. Viewings were held Monday evening from 6-7 p.m. and again prior to the service from 11-12.

Melvin LaRue Anderson

June 18, 1940 ~ January 23, 2026

It is with loving hearts that we announce the passing of our father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Melvin LaRue Anderson, who completed his earthly journey and returned to his Heavenly Father on January 23, 2026, at the age of 85.

Melvin was born in Preston, Idaho, on June 18, 1940. He was the son of Swend and Ina Anderson and the fourth of five siblings. He grew up in the hills of Mink Creek, Idaho, where he learned the value of hard work and developed a love for tinkering with cars in the family’s blacksmith shop. Melvin also enjoyed athletics and competed in swimming and track and field, where he especially excelled in the high jump.

Melvin met the love of his life, Lorre Jean Burrup, at Preston High School. Lorre waited faithfully while Melvin served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Eastern States Mission. On March 1, 1963, they were married and sealed in the Logan Utah Temple. Their eternal bond stands as a testament to their love, faith, and commitment to one another.

Melvin was a devoted provider for his family. His work took them to Richland, Washington; Emporia, Kansas; Idaho Falls, Idaho; Ogden, Utah; and Pasadena, California, where he worked on nuclear power plants and other engineering projects. Melvin faithfully served in many church callings. He especially enjoyed being a Scout leader and working on LDS Church welfare farms, where he learned to prune trees—a skill that blessed both his family and others throughout his life. He had a strong testimony of Heavenly Father’s gospel and taught its principles to his children and grandchildren. Melvin was a kind, quiet, and patient man who loved working in his yard.

For 20 years, Melvin lovingly served his wife without complaint as her health slowly declined. He cherished everything about her. He became her chauffeur and grocery shopper, faithfully working through Lorre’s lists—perhaps not always as

quickly as she preferred, but always with love and good humor. Together, they made every task more enjoyable. He even learned to cook a few dishes, which was nothing short of a miracle. One of his favorite outings was their regular trip to McDonald’s for breakfast.

He is survived by his daughter Lisa [David] Riches of Depoe Bay, Oregon, his son Richard M. [Heidi] Anderson of Malad, Idaho, sixteen grandchildren, Jessica [Benjamin] Maughan, Joshua [Lisa] Riches, Victoria [Stanton] Lougy, James [Kayley] Riches, Nels [Kayla] Anderson, Ilan Anderson, Cameron Wright, Selma [Alex] Huynh, Connor Wright, Aly Wright, and three great-grandchildren, Grayson, Easton, and Marcus. He was preceded in death by his wife, father and mother.

The family expresses heartfelt thanks to all who have offered their love, support, and prayers during this time. We are also very grateful to the staff of physicians and nurses who so carefully assisted him.

A funeral service will be held at 12:00 noon on Monday, 2 February 2026 at the Horsley Funeral Home, 132 West 300 North in Malad, Idaho. A viewing will be held from 11:0011:45 a.m. Interment will follow at the Malad Cemetery.

May he rest in peace, knowing that he endured the triumphs and trials of mortality well, and that his love will live on through his family and the many lives he has touched.

Maxine King

July 8, 1944 ~ January 20, 2026

Maxine King was born on July 8, 1944, in Logan, Utah to G. Max King and Phoebe Ann Thorpe King. She lived in Logan and Arbon Valley, Idaho until the age of 10, when the family of six moved to Malad City, Idaho. Her dad farmed land in Pleasantview and Buist. Her mother worked as a nurse at Oneida County Hospital.

Maxine has a lot of pioneer heritage and attended special reunions. She was the fourth great grandchild to Hyrum Smith and the second great grandchild to Captain James G. Willie. Maxine loved her grandparents and cousins. Tom and Lucy Walker Thorpe and William and Iduma Willie King.

Maxine attended school in Holbrook and Malad and graduated from Malad High School. Maxine was involved in 4-H. She did beautiful cross stitch work and sewing and enjoyed 4-H camp.

After graduating from high school, Maxine moved to Salt Lake City and attended Hollywood Beauty School. She worked at various jobs in Salt Lake until returning to Malad to live with her parents. She was struggling with the illness of Schizophrenia, which confused her mind.

After her parents died, she lived in the apartments in Malad for six years, then she was admitted to the Onieda County Long Term Care

Facility. She was treated with love and kindness for 16 years and was known as “Maxie”.

Maxine is survived by her five sisters: Suzanne Ware, Bonne (Scott) Penman, Darlene King, Mary Lynn (Dave) Holbeny, and Nancy Asay. She was preceded in death by her parents and stepmother Dorothy Price King. Due to winter conditions in lieu of flower a donation to the Oneida County 4-H program would be a great honor for Maxine and her family. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at 12 noon at the Malad LDS 6th Ward. A viewing was held prior to the service from 10:00-11:30 a.m.

Melvin LaVar Christoffersen

October 5, 1948 ~ January 17, 2026

Melvin LaVar Christoffersen Jr (CPA/Cowboy) of Kaysville Utah finally retired from work, and this life at the age of 77 on January 17, 2026, after a short battle with cancer. He unplugged his 10-key calculator, tossed his mechanical pencil, put his cowboy boots aside and peacefully drifted off into the arms of those who loved him and were waiting for him. We now mourn the passing of our husband, father, brother, grandfather (“Pa”) and friend. Mel was born on October 5, 1948, to Melvin LaVar Christoffersen Sr and Klea Mae Nielsen in Malad, Idaho.

Mel is survived by his wife Debbie Jones Christoffersen and his children Melanie (Mike) Gardner, Connie (Bret) Rogers, John (Wendee) Christoffersen, Jeremy (Nicole) Christoffersen and Leslie (Steve) Gurr. He leaves behind 17 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren, his brother Gregg (Nancy) Christoffersen and sister Tami (Mike) Williams.

Mel was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He held various callings in presidencies and bishoprics. He served as a temple worker in both the Bountiful and Layton temples. He enjoyed working as the baptismal coordinator and interacting with the youth. He had a special surprise one afternoon when five grandchildren greeted him at the temple door ready to do baptisms and confirmations. We have no doubt that he will continue the work of our Savior on the other side while at the same time watching over us.

Mel started his accounting firm Christoffersen Accountancy almost 50 years ago. Through his professional career, he had many clients that become lifelong friends. Unfortunately, some of his children and grandchildren also followed his path in this high demand, stress induced financial occupation, much to Debbie’s dismay.

Mel found much happiness spending time at his ranch in Daniels, Idaho that he and Debbie built together. Many family memories were created riding ATVs (beezers), motorcycles, shooting guns, fishing, water slides, volleyball games, and corn hole competitions. Afternoons were spent solving most of the current world issues. This was his escape from work commitments – he enjoyed the peace and quiet of the country- side he has known since his

boyhood where his ancestors settled. Mel loved life. He proudly watched as his kids and grandkids were baptized, graduated from high school and college, served missions, and got married and started their own families. He loved cheering from the bleachers in any event they participated in – baseball, football, basketball, softball, dance, drill and made an effort to never miss an event. He even joined neighborhood kids when they were practicing in their yard and gave tips on throwing a curve ball and how to catch a football. He was a coach that encouraged and inspired them to be the best they could be.

Mel had a deep love for our country and our freedoms. In the summer of 2023 he and Debbie took their kids to the Battle of the Bulge site in Belgium where his father-in-law David Jones served in World War II. We walked the streets where he and the soldiers in his company walked. He had a great reverence and respect for those who fought and died for our country. We often said it was the trip of a lifetime and returned with a greater knowledge of the sacrifices made on our behalf.

His final balance sheet shows a life well lived, accounts settled, and a legacy that remains solidly steeped in the knowledge of the gospel plan.

Friends and family are invited to a viewing to be held Thursday evening January 29th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Russon Brothers Funeral Home at 1941 N Main Street, Farmington, Utah. A morning viewing will be held on Friday January 30th from 9:30 to 10:30 am at the Webster Meadows ward building (205 South Angel Street Kaysville, Utah 84037). Mel’s final farewell/funeral will follow at 11:00 am.

Cowboy boots welcome.

ONEIDA COUNTY WEEKLY EVENTS

February 2026 Nutrition Article

February is well known as “American Heart Month”. Heart disease if the #1 leading cause of deaths in the U.S. Below are some tips and items to keep in mind while promoting one’s heart health.

• Choose more unsaturated fats and less saturated fats

o Saturated fats include: those that stay solid at room temperature

 Butter

 Animal Fats (Lard, steaks, sausage, etc)

o Unsaturated fats include: those that are liquid at room temperature

 Olive oil, vegetable oil, avocados, etc.

• Consuming less salt

o Rinse any frozen and canned foods, salt is often used as a preservative. Thoroughly rinse under running water a couple of times will help to reduce sodium content

o Keep the salt shaker off the table! We often salt our food before tasting it.

o Look for sodium substitutes i.e. Seasoning, citrus, herbs (fresh or dry)

• Encourage foods rich in omega-3

fatty acids, as they promote positive heart health by reducing triglycerides in one’s blood serum

o Fish (especially salmon), avocados, olive oil, walnuts, flaxseeds, etc

With all the dietary tips listed above, it’s important to remember that exercise also plays such an important role in heart health. Understandably so, with colder temperatures we tend to stay indoors during this time. Get creative and use any resources available to you: walk a few laps at your indoor mall if able or grab a friend and walk/stretch/ lift light weights (i.e. cans of food)

Seasonal foods in February?

• Citrus fruits- oranges, limes, grapefruit, etc.

• Fennel, cabbage, broccoli

• Pomegranate

Dark chocolate has many heart health properties compared to milk or semisweet. Dark chocolate is very high in flavonoids, a specific type of antioxidants (also found in wine, apples, etc) that has been shown to decrease risk of heart disease, cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes, and blood clots.

Dark Chocolate Covered Treats

Ingredients

2 regular size dark chocolate candy bars (or 6 oz of bagged dark chocolate chips)

2 cups of fruit and nuts, any kind!

• Strawberries, blueberries, pitted cherries, bananas, etc.

• Dried cranberries, raisins

• Pistachios and pecans (shell taken off)

Directions

Line a baking pan with wax paper. In a microwave safe bowl add in dark chocolate and melt for 30-second intervals, mixing in between. Once dark chocolate has melted, submerge half way all fruits and nuts, one at a time. Lay out on a wax paper lined pan. Once complete, set in the refrigerator for at least 5 min until solid. Enjoy this simple, rich and heart healthy treat!

Free MNT (Medical Nutrition Therapy) services available in person, or via telephone with our registered dietitian Vanessa (habla Espanol), services also available in Spanish. Ask your center staff for details today!

• Please reach out to our site for help with the following:

o New Medical Diagnosis i.e. cancer, diabetes, difficultyswallowing, weight loss, altered taste, fatigue, etc.

o Food resources- Food banks, pantries, programs, etc.

o Menu planning and recipe ideas

o Budgeting

Jan. 29 - Chicken Pot Pie, WG Roll, Veggies, Fruit, Dessert

Feb. 3 - Birthday Roast, Potatoes, WG Roll, Corn, Pears, Dessert

Feb. 5 - Sweet and Sour Chicken, Fried Rice, Egg Roll, Peaches, Dessert

Feb. 10 - Port Chops, Green Beans, Fruit Cocktail, WG Roll, Dessert

Feb. 12 - Chicken Alfredo, WG Roll, Corn, Applesauce, Dessert

Feb. 17 - Chili, Corn Bread, Carrots, Pears, Dessert

Feb. 19 - Lasagna, Breadstick, Green Beans, Apricots, Dessert

Feb. 24 - Sweet & Sour Chicken, Fried Rice, Breadstick, Egg Roll, Peaches, Dessert

Feb. 26 - Hamburgers, French Fries, Garlic Bread, Applesauce, Dessert

Feb 4 - Lasagna, Salad Bar, Mandarin Oranges, Dessert

Feb 6 - Chicken Alfredo Soup, Carrot and Celery Sticks, Peaches, Bread Sticks, Dessert

Feb 11 - Birthday Dinner! - Chicken Cordon Bleu, Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli, Rolls, Dessert

Feb 13 - French Dip Sandwiches,

3-Bean Salad, Applesauce, Dessert

Feb 18 - Sweet and Sour Chicken, Mixed Veggies, Pears, Dessert

Feb 20 - Hamburger Soup, Bread Sticks, Berries w/Yogurt, Dessert

Feb 25 - Swiss Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Beets, Rolls, Dessert

Feb 27 - Taco Salad, Fruit Salad, Dessert

SPORTS

OBITUARIES

Grace Jane Thomas Stone

November 16, 1940 ~ December 23, 2025

Grace Jane Thomas Stone died peacefully at her Idaho Falls home.

Mom lived in Samaria at 6 months of age with her parents Alvin John Thomas and Grace B. Thomas and brothers Cyril and Raymond until she went off to BYU.

The loving people of Samaria and Malad have blessed her family all of her days plus.

Grace is preceded in death by her husband David, her parents, and her brothers. She is survived by her three children, Susan (Richard) Boardman of Idaho Falls; Camille (Derek) Bohne of Midvale, Utah; and David (Lynette) Stone of Liberty Lake, Washington; twelve grandchildren, and twenty-four great-grandchildren.

Thank you dear loved ones of Oneida County.

Lady Dragons continue dominance with wins over West Side, Declo

BY ALLISON ELIASON

In the final weeks of the Lady Dragon basketball season, the MHS team has taken their play to a new level, making a statement each time they step out on the court. In their most recent week of games, Malad dominated conference opponents West Side and Declo with a combined score of 125-50.

The Lady Dragons hosted the West SIde Pirates in their second matchup of the season Thursday, January 22. In their December game, the Pirates brought an aggressive, yet unstructured approach to the game that made it difficult for Malad to fall into a rhythm.

Learning from their previous experience, the MHS team was much better prepared for the rough and tumble sort of game. And instead of meeting them in their jungle ball strategy, the Lady Dragons went on the attack, putting together a skilled offense and defense that stopped the Pirates in their tracks.

It didn’t come all at once for the Lady Dragons, beginning the game with a slow start offensively. West Side’s high energy defense forced Malad to work the ball around, being both methodical and intentional with their passing. Early in the game, the Pirates were able to force multiple turnovers with a sort of blitz tactic, sending two defenders to pressure Malad’s ball handlers just after crossing half court.

The system had its merits- catch the offense off guard where they can’t return to the back court and are forced to make a rushed pass. Fortunately, the Lady Dragons didn’t need much time to adapt to the West Side defense and were soon enough, using it to their advantage.

In the final minutes of the first quarter, Malad managed to go up on the score board 17-6. With the Pirate defense playing so heavily at the top of the key, the Lady Dragons began quickly rotating the ball around the perimeter, eventually kicking the ball into the open post. Kiley Miller and Liv Nelson had a text example of a post lob entryNelson creating just enough space under the basket for the catch and Miller delivering on the pass for Nelson to finish the play with an easy lay in.

The duo added another two points for Malad, this time Nelson setting up the play with a high screen for Miller on the outside. After one quick dribble and a jump stop, Miller cast up the shot that sailed through the net. Izzy Haycock managed a final score for the Lady Dragons, scooping in a layup with seconds left on the clock.

Playing Lady Dragons style basketball put control squarely in Malad’s hands for the remainder of the night. The second quarter turned out to be the team’s highest scoring quarter of the season as they tallied 28 points.

The points were carried by one athlete alone as all seven Lady Dragons players stepped up to make scoring opportunities. Still, Nelson stepped up in a big way at the post, scoring 7 of her 11 points of the game in the second quar-

ter. Haycock made a big splash two as she went to the free throw line multiple times and ended the quarter 6/6. Brynnlee Jones made a little magic behind the arc, hitting two three pointers for Malad. The Lady Dragons ended the first half up an impressive 45-15.

West Side made adjustments to their offense, hoping to direct their offense from the high post to open more options. But Malad was quick to squash any potential offensive threats that came from that, allowing few passes to the position. The drives, kickouts, and yo-yo passes didn’t amount to much as the Lady Dragons were quick to cover the court. As a result, the Pirates only put up 5 points for the quarter, a stark contrast to Malad’s 18.

With the clock running throughout the final quarter, the game wrapped up quickly. West Side’s only successful offense came from the free throw line, landing four bonus shots. Malad ended the contest up 66-28.

Two days later, the Declo Hornets took their shot at the 5th district leader in their second matchup for the season as well. It was another, unsurprising, dynamic opening for the Lady Dragons, putting up 40 points to Declo’s 13. In every regard, the MHS dominated the game, making 26 field goals in contrast to Declo’s 7. Malad also tallied 33 rebounds, 17 assists, 10 steals and 4 blocks where Declo had only 19 rebounds, 7 assists, 5 steals and 3 blocks.

Keetch led the offense in scoring with 13 points, with teammates Jones and Paityn Ward each adding 12. Miller and Haycock added 6 with Nelson scoring 4.

“These girls continue to make great strides on the court. We are honing in both our offense and defense, finding little things that make improvements in big ways,” shared Head Coach Trevor Jones. He continued, “When we execute on the floor, the possibilities of what we can do are wide open.”

The Lady Dragons have one final game to their regular schedule before beginning their post season tournaments. The MHS team will host the Soda Springs Cardinals Wednesday, January 28 where they will also recognize their senior players.

Dragon wrestlers 3A Idaho State Dual Champs

BY ALLISON ELIASON

The Malad High School wrestling team closed a demanding four-day, three-city stretch by going undefeated at the North/South Clearwater Valley Duals in Kooskia, earning the first-ever 3A Idaho State Duals championship.

Malad traveled more than 1,100 miles over the course of the week. The Dragons opened with a road dual Wednesday, January 21 in Preston, defeating the Indians 61–24. Thursday, Malad picked up two more dual wins, beating New Plymouth 70–10 and Parma 75–12 on their trip to northern Idaho to compete in Clearwater High School’s invitational wrestling tournament.

The week concluded Friday and Saturday at the North/South Duals, which served as the designated 3A State Duals championship held in Kooskia. Malad’s varsity team finished the tournament 9–0, winning every dual it competed in. The junior varsity squad also entered the varsity tournament field and posted a 7–3 record.

Across the two days of competition, Malad recorded six undefeated wrestlers and seven others who suffered only one loss. Freshman Kallen Price went 9–0. Fellow freshmen Brecken Price, Riggin Montgomery and Bronson Smith each finished the tournament with just one loss.

At 215 pounds, Cam Bingham faced every state-ranked wrestler in his weight class during the tournament and won each match by first-round pin. Aubrey Shulz traveled with the boys team to compete against north-

ern Idaho girls she is expected to see again at the IHSAA State Wrestling Tournament. Shulz won her bracket and returned home with a gold medal.

“These kids had a tough week and they showed up ready to show everyone why they are the reigning state champs,” the Malad coaching staff said. “Getting those matchups against the northern schools makes sure our kids get their best seeding at the state tournament. Our varsity did awesome but it is also exciting how well our JV team did in the varsity tournament. Our underclassmen are stepping up and it really shows how much work they put in.”

As a team, Malad’s varsity scored 657 points across nine duals, while allowing just 93 points total. Two of those duals ended in shutouts, with Malad defeating Grangeville 83–0 and Lapwai 82–0.

The varsity team’s dual results were: Malad 75, Priest River 12; Malad 60, Kellogg 22; Malad 79, Melba 6; Malad 68, Tri-Valley 10; Malad 83, Grangeville 0; Malad 69, Clearwater Valley 11; Malad 64, St. Maries 21; Malad 71, Kamiah 10; Malad 82, Lapwai 0.

JV dual results included wins over Kamiah, Melba, Grangeville, Kootenai, Clearwater Valley, Lapwai and McCall.

The North/South Duals crown the state champion in team dual-meet competition, which is separate from the IHSAA State Wrestling Tournament that concludes the season with individual bracketed competition. Malad will now turn its attention to

that postseason event, carrying momentum from a week that tested both depth and endurance.

The Lady Dragon wrestlers had a quiet week as they wrestled in one competition- duals against the Preston Indians. The midweek matchup ended in the favor of the MHS wrestlers, the Lady Dragons winning 4236. On their path to victory, Somerli Nalder, Katy Carter, and Harlee Maddox ended their matches with a pin, each adding 6 points to their team.

Malad’s schedule on the mats continues to tighten as they move through the season. The Dragon wrestlers will next head to Aberdeen on Wednesday, January 28 in head duals with Aberdeen and Declo. Thursday, both the boys and girls teams will travel to West Side for the District duals. Friday and Saturday, the MHS boys team will travel to Sugar/Salem to compete in their annual two day tournament while the girls team will compete in their own weekend tournament at Burley High School.

North/South Duals individual records

Varsity

98lbs Kallen Price 9-0

106lbs Jaxon Mills 8-1

120lbs Ayden Potter 8-1

126lbs Riggin Montgomery 9-1

132lbs

Dragons take two losses on the road

BY ALLISON ELIASON

Malad dropped a pair of road games last week, falling 64–55 to Soda Springs on Wednesday and 71–58 at Declo on Saturday, despite strong individual performances and competitive stretches in both contests.

Hosting the Cardinals, the Dragons kept pace as the game opened, trading baskets as they moved up and down the floor. Braun Nalder began the scoring for the night, taking the pass from Ruger Smith at the top of the key before driving down the lane for the layup. Easton Green improved Malad’s score to 5, getting a wide open look on the arc.

Ruger Smith drove inside the key for the quick pull up shot to advance Malad’s score after a small lull midway through the first quarter. The Dragon’s next possession saw Oak Smith drain a deep three pointer, the basket pulling them ahead 10-8.

All the while Malad was connecting with the basket, so were the Cardinals on the other end of the court. Attacking the basket, shooting from the outside, and hitting bonus shots from the free throw line, Soda Springs were proving to be a challenging opponent. The MHS team managed to maintain their lead as the first quarter ended, taking a 17–15 edge in the first frame of the game.

A lapse in play in the second quarter, proved to be the Dragons downfall of the night. The Cardinals managed a surge on offense, putting up 18 points in the quarter in relation to Malad’s 7. Small errors began to add up, taking away scoring opportunities for Malad while putting the ball in Soda Spring’s hands.

The MHS team largely stayed within striking distance until the Cardinals went on an 11 to 4 run to end the half up by 9, 33-24.

The Dragons jumped right back into the game after the halftime pause, Ruger Smith hitting a wide open three off the pass from Justin Toone on the block.

Rebounding and second chance shots became key for Malad as it led to their next scoring opportunities. Ruger Smith went to line after getting fouled on the attempt, landing both free throws. Toone grabbed a put back as well, snagging the rebound on the right

block before powering back up for the lay in.

Slowly inching their way back into the game, the Dragons attempted to close the gap on the score board, but it seemed every time they made progress, the Cardinals were right back there to widen it again. The MHS team managed to win the third quarter, squeaking by 16-15.

It continued to be a tight contest as they continued on through the fourth quarter, Malad coming within 7 points but unable to overcome the deficit. As the game ended, the Dragons trailed 55-64.

Ruger Smith led Malad with 19 points, adding seven rebounds, three assists and four steals. Easton Green followed with 14 points, eight rebounds and three assists, while Braun Nalder recorded a double-double with nine points and 10 rebounds. Malad finished with 10 steals as a team, using defensive pressure to create opportunities, but struggled to generate enough offense during key stretches to close the gap late.

On Saturday at Declo, the Hornets took a quick lead, going up 6-0 in the first 90 seconds of the game. Undeterred, the Dragons got on the scoreboard with a lay-in by Green, followed by a left corner shot by Ky Willie to bring the score 4-7. Remaining competitive, Malad climbed their way to the top, Toone helping with two second chance shots and Green hitting a three pointer from the deep corner to put them up 11-10.

The Dragons held on to the small lead as the opening quarter ended, up 14-13 to start the second quarter. But the two teams would trade the lead back and forth multiple times throughout the remaining minutes of the second quarter, Declo ending the half on top.

Declo continued to widen the gap on the scoreboard, winning both the third and fourth quarters to put them up 71-58 to end the game. Green and Ruger Smith paced the Dragons with 14 and 15 points respectively, while Nalder added 12 points and seven rebounds. Toone provided a strong defensive presence with seven rebounds and three blocks.

Malad finished with just six assists as Declo’s defense disrupted ball movement and forced more indi-

vidual scoring attempts. Across both games, Malad showed consistent effort on the defensive end, recording a combined 17 steals and five blocks.

Following the games, Head Coach Beutler commented, “We are pleased with the boys. They are competing every night. If we can get healthy we will be better for it down the stretch.”

Solidly in their conference game schedule, the Dragons are next set to play the Wendell Trojans and Aberdeen Tigers at home, playing Thursday, January 29 and Saturday January 31.