Malad | October 16, 2026

Homecoming in Malad

Homecoming roared into town last week for the Dragons, and despite a tough football game loss to the Aberdeen Tigers, it was a great time for students, faculty, parents, families, and all those returning to the valley and all those who were already here.

Over the course of the week, MHS hosted a series of student-led games and contests, played against the backdrop of bragging rights between the classes. The week’s events included the traditional bonfire, as well as the hometown Homecoming parade that filled the streets with noise and a certain, not insignificant, amount of candy.

The parade included members of the Fall sports teams, including Dragons Football, who has had some success this year, including wins over Firth and Soda Springs heading into Friday’s game with a 3-2 record. At 3-3 afterward, the team is facing

its biggest challenges of the season as they look forward to the tail end of the season with games against Declo (who defeated Soda Springs by a sizable margin over the weekend), and West Side (who is at 5-1).

The Cross country team is the largest in many years, and includes increasingly energized runners at the underclassmen and senior levels, as well as the middle school. Both Men’s and Women’s Cross Country have been having a fantastic year, and just came off the Eagle Swoop in Marsh Valley with the men placing second as a team, and the women fifth.

The Lady Dragons continued their ongoing dominance in Volleyball, as they continue to march through an undefeated season. Coverage of team sports can be found on pages 11 and 12 of this issue.

In addition to those teams, the parade also featured MHS’ amazing

cheer and dance teams, along with the band. The School Board, Boosters, and many others helped join the class floats that brought a smile to the faces of those watching on from the crowded sidewalks.

In this issue we also bring you the bios of your MHS Dragon Royalty, whose handwriting itself is a work of art (as their teachers can no doubt attest). On Page 4, you’ll find those writer-ups, as well as a collection of pictures from the parade on Friday.

The parade also saw the appearance of the America250 representatives, who were accompanied by a set of Revolutionary Spuddy Buddies who rode through town. More plans for America250 are being developed, and we will bring you updates on them as we receive them.

The weather stayed perfect, the company throughout town was unbeatable, and the class of 2026 put on a great show!

Braylee Price shines at state DYW competition

Malad’s own Braylee Price represented Oneida County with grace, talent, and enthusiasm at the Idaho State Distinguished Young Women (DYW) Program, held October 10th and 11th in Idaho Falls. Braylee joined 36 of the top young women from across the state for a week filled with service, learning, and unforgettable experiences.

The participants arrived in Idaho Falls the Sunday before the competition to begin rehearsals, learn their onstage routines, and take part in service projects throughout the community. Over the course of the week, the girls built lasting friendships and prepared for three onstage performances showcasing their skills in Talent, Self Expression, and Fitness.

The DYW program recognizes excellence in five key categories: Scholastic, Interview, Talent, Self Expression, and Fitness. The Scholastic and Interview portions make up 50% of each participant’s overall score, while the remaining 50% comes from Talent, Self Expression, and Fitness.

Braylee’s hard work and dedication shone brightly as she was named a finalist in both the Fitness and Self Expression categories, and she was also honored with the “Be Your Best Self” Award—a recognition given to participants who exemplify the DYW spirit of personal growth, leadership, and integrity.

Reflecting on her experience, Braylee shared:

“What a week! I’m so glad I got to have this opportunity to represent Malad! I have learned so much this week. Not wanting to go, it was all worth it in the end—one of the best

weeks of my life. I made so many friends and met so many amazing, beautiful, talented, and smart young women. I just wanted to thank everyone who supported me and believed in me when I didn’t—my family, friends, and leaders who were there for me, and especially my mom and dad for being here for me no matter what! I left with $2,100 of scholarship money, one heck of an experience, and friendships I’ll cherish for the rest of my life.”

At the conclusion of the event, Kallie Stoddard of Grace was named the overall Idaho Distinguished Young Woman and will go on to represent Idaho at the National DYW Program in Mobile, Alabama.

Braylee Price took over as DYW for Oneida County from 2025 DYW Madelyn Shaw, who was preceded by the previous winner, Alexus Tarbet. Tarbet was the winner of the Talent portion of the competition at the state level, and a state finalist. She was preceded by Raegan Smith, who

was named the state first alternate for 2023. Malad’s participants have had a lot of success at the state level, due in no small part to the support of the local organization, chaired by Nikki Schawrtz, and the backing of many individuals and groups throughout the community.

The community is proud of Braylee for her accomplishments and the positive way she represented Malad and Oneida County. Her dedication, confidence, and kind spirit truly embody the values of the Distinguished Young Women program.

Founded in 1958, Distinguished Young Women is a free program that encourages participants to reach their full individual potential. Our mission is to empower young women by providing over $1 billion in scholarship opportunities, connecting with a nationwide network of women, developing their self-confidence, and participating in our Life Skills Workshops that prepare them for success after high school.

NEWS IN BRIEF

Arbon Valley woman turns painful skin allergies into all-natural soap business

When severe skin allergies left Arbon Valley resident Sarah Jensen searching for relief, she never imagined it would lead to a thriving business. After years of battling painful rashes triggered by commercial soaps and detergents, Jensen began experimenting with natural ingredients in her kitchen. Using goat’s milk, essential oils, and locally sourced herbs, she created gentle, all-natural soaps that soothed her sensitive skin. Friends and family soon noticed the difference and began requesting bars of their own. What started as a personal remedy has grown into Sage Valley Soaps, a small business with a loyal following across Idaho. Jensen now sells her products at farmers markets and online, emphasizing transparency and sustainability. “My goal is to help others who struggle like I did,” she said. “Natural doesn’t have to mean expensive, it just means honest.” Her journey proves that healing can inspire innovation.

AccuWeather Predicts Stormy, Active Winter for the Northwest

The Pacific Northwest is bracing for a stormy and active winter, according to AccuWeather’s latest long-range forecast. Meteorologists predict a series of strong systems beginning in December, bringing above-normal precipitation and early mountain snowpack across the Cascades and northern Rockies. While the region is expected to see frequent bouts of rain and snow, warmer sea surface temperatures in the Pacific could limit snowfall at lower elevations. However, higher terrain will likely experience repeated snow events that could boost water supplies heading into spring. AccuWeather forecasters also anticipate that January and February will bring another surge of storms, with the jet stream shifting northward to deliver heavy precipitation and occasional flooding risks. Residents are urged to prepare for fluctuating conditions, including potential travel disruptions, localized flooding, and rising heating costs as temperatures dip below seasonal averages.

3rd Grade Class Gets Magical Disney on Ice Surprise for Feel Good Friday

IDAHO FALLS. A third-grade teacher and her entire class received a heartwarming surprise when Disney on Ice performers visited their school for “Feel Good Friday.” The students were overjoyed as characters from beloved Disney movies danced and sang, bringing magic right into their classroom. The teacher, known for her dedication and kindness, was nominated by parents for the special event. Organizers said the surprise was meant to celebrate educators who make a difference. The day ended with free tickets for the class to attend the upcoming Disney on Ice show in their city.

Malad Elementary Newspaper PIG Goals

Our school year is off to a great start. Each month teachers have the option of setting a class monthly goal. We call these our PIG goals. This stands for Pretty Important Goal because they are a goal that will help lead the students to success during the year. These goals are practiced and checked during the month. We are super excited to announce our September Goals for our school.

Mrs. Kauffman--(Students will know how to write their name, and recognize all the letters in their name):

Tarek Burton, Emersyn Wise, Dean Steffenhagen,Mitchell Hornecker, Chipper Jones, Haylee Purdum, Charlie Giles, Jett Thorpe, Ryker Nielson, Autumn Hansen, Kaislee Orr, Ayven Kottsick

Miss Jensen--Students will be able to write their name and recognize all the letters in their names: Wyatt Anderson, Jase Bennett, Penelope Didericksen,Bryson Gerstlauer, Brig Hanks, Ellie Hansen, River Hansen, Style Martinsen, Carson Severe, Serenity (Thomas) Slingluff

Mrs Crossley--Students will be able to write their first name and recognize all the letters in their names: Kolt Adams, Aleea Colwick, Riggs Davis, Heidi Firth, Daniel Fonnesbeck, Petra Gardner, Stratton McClellan, McCoy Moeller, McCray Petro, Winree Slater, Percy Smith

Miss Ipsen--Students will take 3 numbers and write a number bond and number sentence in the correct order: Brance Blaisdell,Lexi Smith, Kimber Sweeten, Afton Wangsgard ,Gemma Clark,Thomas Lacasio, Willow Hubbard,Loretta Leonardi,Weston Matthews,Lily Clark, Drisco Thomas, Rowan Braun, Archer Hess, Vera Reel, Coy Self, Connor Winward, Karissa Nimer,Jereck Hagen

Mr. Grote--Read at least 300 minutes Aug./Sept: Porter Allen, Lukas Deschamps, Maylee Hanks, Jackson Hannum, Hutchinson Hess, Harper Hubbard, Josephene Jones, Sway Martinsen, Emmett McClellan, Kiana Neal, Raelynn Patterson, Jacob Roe, Mollie Smith, Mikayla Thorpe, Samuel Tooke, Quinn Vanbebber

Mrs. Langston: Can write the corresponding multiplication sentence without help when given an array: Brittany Baker, Navy Beutler, Lilly Blaisdell, Amber Evans, Brayden Halajian, Hyrum Jenkins, Bridger Jones, Joshua Kelley, Dana Mathews, Jaxon Miller, Zackary Nalder, Rhett Price, Addisyn Richardson, Hadlee Self, Madeline Shandrew, Gracie Smith

Mrs. Waldron--Multiply by 1, 5, 10:

Baylor Adams, Prezli Ball, Braelyn Bastian, Eli Beck, Lucy Bird, Elizabeth Butler, Mason Chabries, Kenlee Clark, Adilee Daniels, Haize Davis, Wade Eliason, Carol Ferree, Ragnhild Fesler, Delilah Hansen,Tristan Hodgkin, Will Johnson, Freida Kelley, John Leavitt, Joseph Locascio, Emerie Mackey, Harper Maughan, Kallie Nimer, Corbin Smith, Zach Ward, Brianna Williams

Mrs. Cook--Multiply by 1, 5, 10:

Azlin Zitting Jeffs, Ridge Berry, Liberty Charles, Ruth Angell, Adilynn Clark, Hunter Clark, MarLee Abraham, Wilford Deschamps, Zaylie Adkins, Daved Peterson, Zoe Zitting Jeffs, Lila Crowther, Morgon Blaisdell, Wade Crockett, Kempton Daniels, Maliah Hansen, Victoria Anderson, Brigham Snow, Kendall Carson, Emery Didericksen

Mrs. Clark--Multiply by 1, 5, 10: Lynk Anderson, Macie Bennett, Kollyns Beutler, Barrett Burbidge, Gunner Clark, Gracelynn Daniels, Weston Evans, Elle Evanson, Greydee Godfrey, Weston Goeckeritz,

Sage King, Rowie Malm, Kallie Munns, Jacob Palmer, Kimber Phillips, Emma Price, Piper Reel, Evelyn Ricks, Diego Salinas, Alivia Seamons, Mason Tullis, Mahlon Young, Bryken Kellum, Saske Hachmeister, Ileauna Perez

Mrs. Blaisdell--I know my multiples 1-6: Alec Thorpe, Jack Coleman, Aidyn Call, Piper Lewis , Grayson Tooke, Austin Schrenk

Mrs. Allen--Memorize the Preamble to the US Constitution: Claire Wright, Sarah Gundry, Carter Jones, Kody Wangsgard, David Oseguera, Carter Schofield, Aiden Ostrom, Anthony Hofman, Brookell Nimer, Charlie Blackner, Amy Smith, Aiden Chabries, Paislee Nalder, Zippy McCullough, Bea Chipman, Austin Moss, Blakely Horsley, Payton Mayer, Eva Henry, Raygun Rupp, Heather Sturges

Idaho is a major international ag force

BY ALLISON ELIASON

Idaho agriculture is stepping onto the world stage. Governor Brad Little recently traveled to the United Kingdom to promote Idaho’s agricultural products and build relationships with British buyers, joining national efforts to expand American farm exports under a newly announced U.S.–UK trade deal.

The timing of the trip coincided with a major announcement from the White House marking the 80th anniversary of Victory Day, where President Trump and Prime Minister Starmer unveiled a historic trade agreement designed to open UK markets to American goods while strengthening both countries’ economic and national security ties.

“This deal includes billions of dollars of increased market access for American exports, especially in agriculture,” President Trump said during the announcement. “It will dramatically increase access for American beef,

ethanol, and virtually all of the products produced by our great farmers.”

Under the agreement, the United Kingdom will reduce or eliminate numerous non-tariff barriers that have historically limited American farm exports. The deal is expected to create a $5 billion opportunity for new U.S. exports, including more than $700 million in ethanol and $250 million in beef and other agricultural goods.

Prime Minister Starmer described it as “a deal that will boost trade between our countries, protect jobs, and create new ones by opening market access.”

Governor Little’s UK mission builds directly on that momentum.

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture joined him to highlight the state’s signature products — potatoes, beef, dairy, and specialty crops — all of which stand to benefit from the new trade framework.

“This is a great opportunity for Idaho agriculture,” Governor Little said. “We’re proud to see American

farmers gaining fair access to overseas markets, and Idaho is ready to lead the way.”

In 2024, Idaho exported nearly $3 million in agricultural products to the UK, about 70% of which were processed potatoes. The new trade terms could help Idaho diversify those exports, opening opportunities for beef, dairy, grains, and ethanol-based products.

The deal also includes provisions to streamline customs procedures, establish higher standards in labor and environmental practices, and create secure supply chains for key sectors such as aerospace and pharmaceuticals — policies designed to stabilize U.S. trade and manufacturing.

For Idaho’s farmers and ranchers, expanded access to the UK represents more than just numbers on a trade sheet — it’s a sign that small communities can compete globally when given the chance. While some challenges remain, such as shipping costs and regulatory alignment, local producers see this as groundwork that could pay

Mrs. Jeppson--I know my multiples of 6: Kinsley Johnson, Camden Crowther, Anthony Purdum, Cache Lake, Seeley Booth, Hadlie Evans, Lafe Huckaby, Camilla Anderson We are also super excited to announce our Students of the Month from each class. This student is recognized for being a great Dragon Leader in our school. They are honored in our end of the month assembly each month.

Kindergarten: Style Martinson, Chipper Jones, Daniel Fonnesbeck 1st Grade: Makai Probst, Xavier Davis, Connor Winward 2nd Grade: Ridge Wise, Brinklee Venable, Mila Clark 3rd Grade: Navy Beutler, Brielle Bird, Elizabeth Kelley 4th Grade: Kimber Phillips, Brianna Williams, Daved Peterson 5th Grade: Wynn Werk, Ryder Williams, Kody Wangsgard

off for years to come.

By the numbers, Idaho agriculture contributes over $20 billion annually to the state’s economy with more than 20% of Idaho farm products being sold to international markets. The local ag industry supports one in every eight Idaho jobs. Idaho’s top agricultural exports include potatoes and processed potato products, beef cattle, dairy products, wheat and barley, hay and other forages, and specialty crops such as onions, beans, and sugar beets. As Idaho continues to promote its agricultural excellence, the combination of national trade policy and local initiative could usher in new growth for the state’s number-one industry. Opening up trade agreements with the UK matters to Idaho agriculture because it is one of the world’s largest importers of food products. British consumers value traceable, sustainably produced food—areas where Idaho excels. Strengthening these trade ties helps keep Idaho farms competitive and connected in the global marketplace.

Idaho Enterprise

A Shout Out of Thanks!

After going to the Enterprise so many times, I have certainly earned a huge appreciation for the excellent Job they do. Thanks Brandon Hall, Sherrie Wise & Hope Green, cover the

and attend all the eventsTo keep us informed is HUGEWe sure All appreciate you! The Horsley’s and the whole community

Malad City Council 10/8

A regular meeting of the Malad City Council was held on October 8. For October, the City Council decided to hold two meetings. The first was devoted to a public hearing on utility rates, as well as a number of action items. The second meeting will involve department reports and other business. While this is the result of some specific scheduling issues, there has been some interest expressed in holding two meetings during the month rather than the single meeting that has been held. This would allow for less downtime between issues presented to the council that require an action item before they can be voted upon.

Hearing on Water and Sewer

Rate increase

Ordinance 501 was discussed. This ordinance involves a rate increase for sewer and water. The new rates will be increased at the base rate from $36.50 to $40 for water, and from $47 to $50 for sewer.

There were no public comments.

The hearing was closed, and the first two readings of the ordinance were waived. The rate increase passed.

DEQ Water Funding

John Farrell, representing JUB, spoke to the city council about the

current status of DEQ water funding.

The city’s application for funding assistance from DEQ was under consideration.

“About a year ago, we finished the facility plans for the collection and drinking water systems…Every year DEQ asks communities to submit a letter of interest in projects. Malad submitted one for the drinking water system,” Farrell explained, by way of context. Malad ranked number 2 on the list for awarding these funds. The DEQ would like to know whether the city will accept the loan.

The planning study that was conducted by JUB found the following:

Malad has an aging infrastructure and significant water loss in the system. In 2008, a lot of the mains were replaced. There are still a number that are leaking, including one right by the city shop. There are wooden pipes in the city, it has been reported, though they are not in service as an active part of the system.

Farrell suggested that identifying leaks and repairing them would be a high priority item.

Another plan would be to look at redundancy in the wells. There were some deficiencies noted in two of the town’s wells, which are not running right now. Wells 2 and 3 are not ready to take over in the event that 1

War on Weeds—weeds are everybody’s problem

THE ISSUE: Common Yarrow

Common Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is a native perennial forb found throughout the United States. Found in lawn areas, around planting beds, in mildly disturbed soils of grasslands and open forests. Common Yarrow has been used by several tribes of the Plain region of the United States including the Pawnee and Chippewa tribes in medicines. The Pawnee used the stalk in treatment for pain relief. The Chippewa used the leaves in a steam inhalant for headaches. They also chewed the roots and applied the saliva to their appendages as a stimulant. The Cherokee drank a tea of common yarrow to reduce fever and aid in restful sleep. For all the benefits of Common Yarrow, it can become invasive in some regions or habitats and may displace desirable vegetation if not responsibly managed.

Common yarrow produces one to several 8- to 16-inch-tall stems. Leaves are evenly distributed along the stem, with the leaves near the middle and bottom being the largest. The feather-shaped leaves have varying degrees of hairiness. Leaf blades are lance-shaped in outline but are finely divided. Overall leaf dimensions range from ¼ to 1 ¼ inch wide by 1 ¼ to 6 inches long. Flower heads have a flattened dome shape with 10-20 ray flowers. Flowers are white to yellowish white.

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Options:

• Prevention – Learn to identify this plant. Never transport unknown plant material. Maintain maximum turfgrass vigor and density through appropriate management practices.

• Mechanical – Effective control must target both aboveground and underground plant structures.

Hand-pull plants in lawn areas prior to flowering. Mow or cut plants to prevent developing seed heads. Mechanical removal of aboveground foliage will not kill underground plant parts; manually remove underground structures to prevent re-sprouting.

• Chemical – Spot treatments with appropriate post-emergent herbicides when the plant is actively growing with follow-up treatments when plants re-sprout may be necessary to prevent spreading structures. Many restricted and non-restricted use herbicide are available, for more information visit https://pnwhandbooks.org/ then search “Common Yarrow” in the weed section. Always read and follow herbicide label directions!

Tom Jacobsen, University of Idaho Extension Educator in Fremont County. (208) 624-3102 tjacobsen@uidaho.edu

and 4 go out.

Meter reading is another thing that could be funded.

The loan would entail $4.17 million for a 20 year term at 2.75%. There is also a grant offer for $1.137 million. It was unclear whether that was part of the $4.17 mill or not.

The scope of the project would include leak detection, repairs to water mains. There is usually a significant

water savings as a result. The bulk of the $4 million would go to repairs, with a small amount to detection. From the info in the survey, the city will be able to determine what the best approach to repair is, and whether the city would then hire a contractor or not.

“We all understand that our sys-

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New Ambulance board members elected

COUNTY AMBULANCE

The Oneida County Ambulance is excited to announce the results of its recent board elections, held in September. Our new board members officially began serving at the start of October, and we’re looking forward to another great year of teamwork and service.

2025–2026 Board Members:

• President: Kade Price

• Vice President: Britt Leckie

• Secretary: Shanny Nimer

• Treasurer: Shane Howard

• Maintenance 1: Clayton Eliason

• Maintenance 2: Quinn Eliason

• Supplies 1: Blake Zahn

• Supplies 2: Aaron Maughan

• Training: Allison Eliason

• Billing: Andrea Bleazard Our unit currently has about 38 active members who together bring more than 470 years of combined service to our community. Each year, our volunteers put in over 3,000 hours responding to around 430 calls, covering all of Oneida County’s 1,200 square miles.

The Oneida County Ambulance is unique — we are completely volunteer-based and not supported by any tax district. Everything we do is 100% self-funded through patient billing and grants. Every response, every training, every piece of equipment is made possible because of the dedication of our volunteers and the support of our community.

In addition to emergency response,

To Hess Lumber 90 years! Your tremendous legacy has gone far and wide, and your reputation we cheer.

We walk in needing a shovel a hoe a wrench a nail a saw, some lumber some paint - you know how it goesIt’s wonderful, they just simply have it all.

But what’s inside is what really countsEveryone is always so kind, a smile, a friendly “Hello” goes a country mile. Joseph W and Ester Hess first came to Maladand eventually had 10 kids. With big dreams, hard work and so much true gritin 1935 Hess Lumber begins.

Now Melvin Hess loved Building BEST and jumped in with both feet. He helped develop the business even more and eventually 100 Beautiful Buildings he did create. Then in 1987, Jared & Ronda bought this thriving enterprise. And their magic went to work.

our ambulance family loves being part of community life. For the past four years, we’ve had the privilege of organizing the community Easter Egg Hunt, and we participate in many other community events throughout the year. We’re proud to serve such a caring, tight-knit community that continually shows up to support us in return.

We want to sincerely thank the residents of Oneida County for your continued encouragement, and kind words. And to our members — thank you for the countless hours spent training, responding, and helping others, often at the expense of time with your own families. Your commitment truly keeps this community safe.

Current Ambulance Members: Aaron Maughan, Alexus Tarbet, Allison Eliason, Andrea Bleazard, Bayli Nesbit, Blake Zahn, Braxton Davis, Brayden Eliason, Britney Leckie, Callie Robbins, Candy Broadus, Chesley Lewis, Christine Ward, Clayton Eliason, Clayton Howard, Debbie Howard, Doug Crowther, Eric Eliason, Jase Johnson, Kade Price, Ken Eliason, Kristy Eliason, Lauren Hubbard, Leland Ward, Louis Dredge, Marc Esplin, Michelle Potter, Natalie Higley, Quinn Eliason, Rhonda Poulson, Robyn Gamble, Shane Howard, Shannon Worrell, Shanny Nimer, Tanner Howard, Tresie Carter, Trissa Nesbit, and Tyrel Skinner. We’re honored to serve this community — thank you for trusting us to be there when you need us most.

They expanded their inventory and hired more folksBut always their mission was top notch. They took care of their customers and treated them well, always with their special touch. Jared & Ronda later expanded it BIGOh, what a beautiful store it is... And if you needed something, Jared worked so hard to get it right in your hands. And to make it even Better, they added their sons. And Doug & Eric joined the ranks. Their cheerful personalities added so much. Again, we give them our thanks! But through all the years you have served us well, in what Honesty and Integrity looks like. We owe many ThanksTo a Family that has given us so very much.

Thanks for a great 90 years!

Spence & Debbie Horsley and the whole community

HOCO parade

Homecoming Royalty Bios

Queen Name: Emma Bird

Parents: Lance Bird & Mandy Bird

Clubs/Sports involvement: Student body public relations officer, Soccer, HOSA, Mayor’s youth council Awards/Accomplishments/Favorite

Things: Emma loves going to concerts, loves T-Green and Nacona, and Jack and Jens in the morning.

King Name: Jack “Bertha” Willie

Parents: Tom and Mom Willie (Amber)

Clubs/Sports involvement: Wrestling, Hackey Sack Club, Jack and Jens in the morning, Student Council, Online Karate Class Awards/Accomplishments/Favorite Things: I do wrestling, Jens’ best friend, Bigfoot enthusiast, My Mom says I am the most handsomest boy, I love Christmas, Scared of ghosts.

Princess Name: Kendra Rupp

Parents: Dallan and Anna Rupp

Clubs/Sports involvement: Involved in Volleyball, Softball,

Member of Student Council, and BPA President Awards/Accomplishments/Favorite Things: D1 Commit for boxing, want to thank Tori and Nacona, (Also she’s kind of a gym rat. P.S. Jens stole this paper.)

Prince Name: Boson Burbridge “Boss Toss”

Parents: The amazing Anthon (ANTONE) & Jennie Burbridge Clubs/Sports involvement: I am the Student Body President, and I am the Cross-Country Team Captain Awards/Accomplishments/Favorite Things: I have been a top qualifier in State Cross Country/Track. I love Minecraft and not ashamed of it. I love being involved here in Malad, everyone has been so good to me and my fam.

Dutchess

Name: Adi Schow (Pronounced SKOW)

Parents: Brent and Candis Schow

Clubs/Sports involvement: BPA Vice President, Co- yearbook editor, Vice President of National Hon-

Your Homecoming Royalty for 2025-2026.

or Society, Drama Club, Chamber Choir Awards/Accomplishments/Favorite Things: Honor Roll Student, State Cross Country Qualifier, Distinguished Young Women 1st Alternate, I love Classic Rock, Lemon lime Powerade, Converse Sneakers, and a good musical.

Duke Name: Jens (J.K.L.M.N.O.P.)

Huckaby

Parents: Travis and Kellianne

Huckaby

Clubs/Sports involvement: Hackey Sacking, Jack and Jens in the morning, the chocolate milk club, and just being really cool in general. Awards/Accomplishments/Favorite Things: Jens is actually THE Mr. MHS. He is also the handsomest guy at school. I guess he’s Jack’s best friend too. He also enjoys committing non-illegal crimes and celebrating Christmas four months early. P.S. He also has a Nobel Peace Prize.

DIABETES EDUCATION GROUP Next meeting will be October 23 @ 1:30 p.m.

Contact Pamela Mills RD, LD, CDCES 208-766-2231 or email pamela.mills@oneidahospital.com

Grandparents Only

Not recommended for parents or kids...

By Gramma Dot

Boe is on his way home for the deer hunt. He lives in Mesa, and he looks forward to getting back to Idaho to breathe some cool air and tromp the mountains with his brother and cousin in pursuit of the big buck. The setting for this annual rendezvous is “The Farm.”

The Farm was homesteaded by Grandpa Ed back in the 1920s and was home to my Dad during his youth. Grandpa and his brother, Joe, broke the ground, built small homes and raised their families out in the middle of nowhere.

I remember Grandma saying, “When your Grandpa first took me out to see the farm, it wasn’t what I expected.”

She had envisioned rolling green hills, a bubbling brook and fat cows. It was a dry farm. The cows were in the sagebrush up in the not-sogreen hills, and water came from the

well below the windmill. However, Grandma took a chance and married him anyway. And we all grew up listening to farm stories, which in our minds were romanticized versions of real-life hard work.

Dad went on to purchase the farm from Grandpa and Uncle Joe and we got in on some of that hard work ourselves. We picked rock when we were kids, Mom trucked grain to the mill during harvest season, and we even did a little fencing. We got in on enough to know farming was not a walk in the park. However, that little patch of ground out in Ireland Canyon has instilled “hiraeth” in Grandpa’s posterity. Hiraeth is Welsh for longing. The boys come home for the hunt. We drive Grandma Red out to see the farm hills every spring and fall. Whenever we drive by, we sigh and know that’s our spot. That’s where Ed and Blod built a Good Life.

SCHOOL MENU— OCT.

Malad Elementary BreakfastServed with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk

20- Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Burrito

21- Cereal Assortment, Morning Round

22- Cereal Assortment, Waffle

23- Cereal Assortment, Oatmeal

Malad Elementary Lunch

20- Hamburger on Bun, Baked Fries, Food Choice: Carrot Sticks, Pineapple

21- Lasagna Roll Ups, Garlic Bread, Food Choice: Corn, Peaches

22- Mandarin Chic Bow, Breadstick, Food Choice: Broccoli, Grapes

23- Mini Corn Dogs, Chips, Food Choice: Celery Sticks, Pears

Malad Middle & High School

Breakfast - Served with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk

20- Cereal Assortment, Bagel W/ Cream Cheese

21- Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Pizza

22- Cereal Assortment, Apple Cinn Tex Toast

23- Cereal Assortment, Sausage Egg Biscuit

Malad Middle & High School

Lunch

20- Cheeseburger, Baked Fries, Salad Bar, Food Choice, Carrot Sticks, Peaches

21- Sausage Gravy, Biscuits/ Scrambled Eggs, Salad Bar, Food Choice, Sliced Cucumbers Strawberries/Blueberries

22- Southwest Burrito, Chsy Refried Beans, Salad Bar, Food Choice, Corn, Apple 23-Corn Dog, Chips, Salad Bar, Food Choice, Carrot Sticks, Pears

ON THIS DAY

1829 Tremont Hotel, first US modern hotel opens (Boston)

1869 Hotel in Boston becomes first to have indoor plumbing

1875 Brigham Young University is founded in Provo, Utah

1901 Booker T. Washington and his family are invited to dine at the White House with Teddy and Edith Roosevelt, prompting condemnation from the South

1916 Margaret Sanger opens first birth control clinic in the US at 46 Amboy St. Brooklyn

1923 John Harwood patents self-winding watch (Switzerland)

1972 American rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival break up

1973 “The Way We Were”, directed by Sydney Pollack and starring Barbra Streisand and Robert Redford, premieres in New York City

1982 Mt. Palomar Observatory first to detect Halley’s comet on 13th return

1987 18-month-old Jessica McClure is rescued, 58 hours after falling 22’ into a well shaft in Midland, Texas

1992 “Gilligan’s Island” TV pilot, filmed in 1963, is first shown on TV (TBS)

2023 Model of a Star Wars X-wing Starfighter used in a “Star Wars” film sells for over $3 million from collection of Hollywood model maker Greg Jein

BIRTHDAYS

Michael Richardson, Oct. 17

Jean Smith, Oct. 17

William Smith, Oct. 17

Danielle Pettis, Oct. 17

Shawn Daniels, Oct. 18

Natalie Hess, Oct. 18

Lori Bennett, Oct. 19

Chad Hess, Oct. 19

Carol Stevens, Oct. 19

Sheldon Smith, Oct. 19

Sheldon Vaughan, Oct. 19

Andrea Daniels, Oct. 20

Erica Hansen, Oct. 20

Jennifer Kremer, Oct. 20

Mark Murphey, Oct. 20

Sheldon Nielson, Oct. 20

Elizabeth Reynolds, Oct. 20

Ed Thorpe, Oct. 20

Elliot Hall, Oct. 21

Dave Isaacson, Oct. 21

Curlew Senior Citizens’ Menu

Every meal served with Juice/ Milk/Coffee & Salad Bar

Oct 16 - Chicken Alfredo, Veggie/ Fruit, Bread Stick, Dessert

Oct 21 - Sweet & Sour Chicken, Fried Rice, Fruit, Breadstick, Egg roll, Dessert

Kyle Daniels, Oct. 21

Nedra Gleed, Oct. 21

David Mason, Oct. 21

Steven Mason, Oct. 21

Cody Brower, Oct. 21

Wendy Alder, Oct. 22

Christopher Atkinson, Oct. 22

Lex Firth, Oct. 22

Navy Keetch, Oct. 22

Colleen Smith, Oct. 22

Hillary Stayner, Oct. 22

Sandra Clark, Oct. 23

Christine Hansen, Oct. 23

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

Malad Senior Citizens’ Menu

Every meal served with Juice/ Milk/Coffee

Oct 17 - Pulled Pork Sandwiches, Broccoli Salad, Fruit, Dessert

Oct 22 - Open Face Turkey Sandwiches, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Dessert

BOWLING RESULTS

Tuesday Pinpoppers – 10/07/25 Am Legion B Team 17 3 Hotel Malad 14 6 Snips 13 7

Rock Products 11 9

Ward’s ACE 4 16 Diamond H Ranch 3 17

High Game – Shelly Williams 198, Scott Searle 231 High Series – Scott Searle 623 Julie Green 540

High Game – Kim Valentine 238, Marty Hill 243 High Series – Scott Searle 626, Marty Hill 645

Other 200 Games – Darren Tripp 238, Danny Smith 237

NEWS OF RECORD

ONEIDA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Ethan Spence Horsley, Malad, muffler not in good working order and/or excessive fumes, $10.50, costs $56.50 Valorie Johnston, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50 Holdan Tubbs, Malad, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50

MALAD CITY

Jaxom Jay Whipple, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50 Easton Jean Wrigley, Holbrook, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

IDAHO STATE POLICE

Evelyn M Marquez, Chula Vista, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Taylor Clay Chivers, Orem, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Tyson Elmer Dewsnup, Burley, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Aaron Paul Gee, Springville, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50; fail to provide proof of insurance, $75.00, costs $56.50

Tiffany McPherson, South Jordan, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Neal Virgil Obrien, Denver, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Kimberly A Olsen, Marysville, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Darren Ray Peacock, Idaho Falls, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Martin Salayandiea, Farmington, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50

Wadie Saydi, Nampa, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50

RECORDED LIST

October 6, 2025

Deed of Reconveyance - Grantor: Elevate Credit Union, Box Elder County Federal Credit Union; Grantee: Dustin Olsen, Jaime Olsen

Substitution of Trustee - Grantor: Keith D Blaisdell, Jill W Blaisdell, Advantagefirst Lending Inc.; Grantee: Jeffrey E Rolig

Deed of Reconveyance - Grantor: Jeffrey E Rolig; Grantee: Deith D Blaisdell, Jill W Blaisdell

Deed of Reconveyance - Grantor: Northern Title Company Inc, Thomas Tanner, Kristen L Tanner; Grantee: John M Carlton, Tasha Marie Hodgson Deed of Reconveyance - Grantor: Ireland Band, Northern Title Company of Idaho; Grantee: Cory W Ihler, Angela W Ihler

Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law - Highland Harvest Conditional Use Permit - Grantor: Oneida County Planning & Zoning; Grantee: To whom it may Concern October 7, 2025

Assignment of Deed of TrustGrantor: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., Steven R Mills; Grantee: Loandepot.com LLC

Deed of Reconveyance - Grantor: Intercap Lending, Pioneer Title Co.; Grantee: Cheyanne Hansen, Tyson Hansen

Real Estate Mortgage - Grantor: Rose Land and Cattle A Partnership; Grantee: Western Agcredit, FLCA

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)

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)

Jessica Nicole Taylor, Mountain Home, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50; fail to wear safety restraint, $10.00

MAGISTRATE COURT

Ramazan Kaya, Merrill, possess drug paraphernalia with intent to use, $152.50, cots $232.50, 3 months probation – Agency: ISP Brandie Williams, Downey, fail to notify upon striking unattended vehicle, $142.50, cots $157.50

Affidavit and Acceptance of Trusteeship - Grantor: Mitchell Guy Culver, Trustee Successor, Culver Family Trust; Grantee: Sandra C Culver (Deceased)

Warranty Deed - Grantor: Mitchell Guy Culver, Trustee Successor, Culver Family Trust; Grantee: William B Culver, Robin Culver Quit claim Deed - Grantor: Albert Michael Shepherd, Kathy Shepherd; Grantee: Jeffery Albert Shepherd

BRAIN TEASERS

LOOKING BACK

5 YEARS AGO (2020)

Fire Prevention Week was October 4 through October 10, and October is National Fire Prevention month. This is a perfect time to teach youngsters about fire safety. Traditionally, the Malad Volunteer Fire Department has held classes for Malad Elementary students, Kindergarten through third grades. On Thursday, October 8, firemen gathered at the Malad Fire Station to once again teach these children.

Joining with many hospitals nationwide, Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital held their annual Brake for Breakfast on Wednesday, October 7 in front of Nell J Redfield Memorial Hospital to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Because of COVID-19, the Oneida Crisis Center has changed how they are celebrating Domestic Violence Awareness Month for Oneida County. Volunteers from the Crisis Center will be at the City Park by the airplane today starting at 4:30 p.m. to hand out a pie!

10 YEARS AGO (2015)

October 4 through 10, was National 4-H Awareness Week. During the week, more than 6 million young Americans and 22,000 volunteers celebrated the 4-H program in a variety of ways.

The Oneida County Extension Office celebrated the Week by honoring the 45 leaders who worked during the year in the local 4-H program. A delicious hamburger/hotdog barbecue picnic was held at the Extension Office on Wednesday, October 7, so that leaders could stop by during a two-hour period and enjoy lunch.

Students at Malad Elementary had the chance to raise money for the school, as well as earn new books for themselves by participating in the Reach for the Stars fundraising program.

“Reach for the Stars” is a pledgebased program that rewards the children for reading by giving them new books, as well as new books for the school and cash for the PTO. This read-a-thon returns 100% back to the school and the students.

Organizers from the Malad Crisis Center were dressed in purple on Thursday, October 8, to sponsor the annual Purple Picnic in the Park, to raise the awareness of domestic violence.

15 YEARS AGO (2010)

Six alumni of Malad High School Bands from 1939, 1940 and 1941 responded to invitations from the Hall of Fame Committee to be honored during Homecoming October 8. Maladites Clarence Kent, Hope Price and Royce Jones, along with Bill Anderson, of Downey; Ross Benson, of Pleasant View, Utah; and Betty Wight, of Bountiful, Utah, were recognized during the Homecoming Parade, during a noon luncheon hosted by the Hall of Fame Committee at the Dude Ranch Café, and during the Homecoming Game that evening.

Oneida County Hospital/Long Term Care and Home Health sponsored the annual “Brake for Breakfast”. Held in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, community participants received a breakfast, pink cooler bag, and information about breast cancer.

The Malad High School girls’ volleyball team competed against West Side in Malad and came out strong to celebrate a win.

The Malad High School football

team defeated the Soda Springs Cardinals in Malad, 41 – 14 to celebrate Homecoming. By defeating the Cardinals they secured a 1 – 0 records in 2A Fifth District play.

The Malad High School junior varsity football team defeated Soda Springs 52 – 20 in Malad. 20 YEARS AGO (2005)

When Rod Wangsgard went out to build a fence a month ago, the last thing on his mind was archeology, least of all something as old as 1838 (or 1939, depending on how you look at it). So imagine his surprise when Rod dug up a rock that had that date engraved on it. Wangsgard pulled up a rock with the inscription: “July 1838 (or 1939 if the nines are inverted) David Johnson, Malad, Ida.” Sherry checked the land records at the courthouse and found nothing for 1838 – a date that is extremely early for the Malad Valley since the Mormon Pioneers didn’t arrive in the Salt Lake Valley until 1847, and David Johnson doesn’t sound like an Indian name. The name “Malad” hadn’t even been conceived by that early date.

A delegation of administrator and professors from Utah State University in Logan spent Thursday, October 6, at Malad High School for USU Day.

The stop at Malad High School was part of Utah State’s Road Scholar Tour. This year, the tour headed for Southeastern Idaho where the USU delegation hoped to reconnect with prospective students and alumni.

The Malad Middle School Seventh Grade Football team and the Malad Middle School Eighth Grade Football team finished their year undefeated. 25 YEARS AGO (2000)

Last week, at Idaho’s Junior Miss program in Coeur d’Alene, Joan Hawkins was name “Chairman of the Year” by the state Junior Miss Committee. Joan served as chairperson of the 2001 Malad Junior Miss Program, the theme of which was “Junior Miss Goes to Oz – Believe in Yourself.” Her program merited four-star status.

Captain Erik B. Knutsen was promoted to Commander of A Battery 1-148th Field Artillery located in Blackfoot and Preston, Idaho.

Morgan Jones has verbally committed to play volleyball for Syracuse University after graduation from high School.

Morgan is the daughter of Arne and Cathie Jones.

Torrey L. Christophersen, a Malad native now working for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources as a District Conservation Officer, was recently awarded one of the top honors given to Utah State Wildlife Officers. Christophersen was selected as winner of the Outstanding Field Office/Damn Good Job Award by the Division Chief of Law Enforcement.

The Malad High School Football team took their season record to 4 –2 with their win against West Jefferson on Wednesday, October 4. The win was the final home game for the Dragons this season.

40 YEARS AGO (1985)

Mayor Terrill Schwartz and members of the City Council met in an executive session at City Council Meeting Wednesday, October 9, to consider names for the replacement of J. Wesley Crowther as city attorney. They appointed David L. Evans to this position. In an early morning meeting Tues-

day, October 15, legal documents were signed that finalized the purchase agreement between Oneida County and Mr. and Mrs. Gerald K. Goodenough for the property known as the Malad Valley Living Center.

Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise is Sue Evans with the head of the prize bull elk that she brought down in Harold John’s Canyon on Wednesday, October 2nd. The 7-point elk measures 51 1/2 inches wide.

The ‘ever busy’ Pink Ladies are combining their energies and talents getting ready for the Sixth Annual Christmas Country Store to be held at the Senior Citizens Center.

A blender has been presented to the Hospital Kitchen, and also a check toward a medicine cart was given to the hospital. All monies earned by the Pink Ladies is used for the hospital and nursing home. To date the Pink Ladies Auxiliary has given over $6,500.00, which is “Darn Good” for a small organization!

50 YEARS AGO (1975)

The possible cattle mutilations were not the only peculiar occurrences recently happening in the Malad area. A large, glowing, upright object was spotted in the skies over Oxford Mountain the night of September 23rd by a number of people.

Forty-two Oneida County teachers set up picket lines outside of the Malad and Stone schools Wednesday, October 15, closing down the school system here.

The strike action came after teachers met last week and decided in a near-unanimous vote to withhold their services beginning Wednesday,

In response to the teachers’ strike decision, the School Board called a special meeting Monday, October 13 and unanimously voted to instruct their attorney to “initiate the appropriate action to discharge for breach of contract all teachers who participate in any strike or walkout.”

David S. Hill has been temporarily appointed to the Oneida County School Board as a representative from Zone 2 to fill the position left vacant by the resignation of Board member Janet Harding.

Terry M. Williams, former Malad resident and the son of Mr. and Mrs. Dan C. Williams, has been promoted to loan officer in the Roosevelt office of First Security Bank of Utah, according to Wesley R. Dickerson, senior vice president and supervisor of the Bank’s Central Division.

60 YEARS AGO (1965)

Barbara L. Deschamps of Malad has accepted a bid from the Sigma Kappa sorority at Utah State University. Barbara is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Deschamps of St. John.

On October 17, 1965, PFC Ralph T. Jones, 17 years old, son of Isabel (Line) Jones former nurse at Oneida County Hospital, arrived in Pung Tau South Vietnam for his first tour of duty in the Vietnam War.

Farrell Christoffersen and Alden Neal left Tuesday for Fort Douglas, Utah where they will be inducted into military service. They are the sons of Mr. and Mrs. Clair Christoffersen and Mr. and Mrs. George Neal, respectively.

A farewell testimonial will honor Elder Lloyd E. Hughes, at the Malad LDS Fourth Ward. Elder Hughes has been called to serve in the Central German Mission with headquarters at Duseldorf.

The Malad High Dragons football squad had a 14-6 victory over the Preston Indians Friday night. One of the highlights of the Malad-Preston game Friday night took place when

Student Body President Lonny Gleed saved the Preston Indian pumpkin from fiery destruction. The pumpkin was decorated as an Indian and placed at the head of the football field by MHS’s Delta Chi. A candle was placed inside to signify a fiery Malad victory. Toward the end of the game the pumpkin became too hot and burst into flames. He then brought the smoldering pumpkin back to the cheering spectators. The pumpkin is now being saved in remembrance of the game and Lonny s waiting for his burns to heal.

From Our Files: 45 Years Ago (1920): Debates between Elder R. L. Fulk of the Reorganized LDS Church and the Rev. J. D. Nutting, a “wagon missionary”, at the First Ward Tabernacle have been attended by large audiences.

According to the 1920 census, Malad Village population had grown to 2,598 from 1302 in 1910. Samaria had gained 13 residents for a total of 379 in the same period.

70 YEARS AGO (1955)

Verl Williams arrived Saturday from the Lowry Air Force Base, Denver, Colorado, to spend a leave at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. William J. Williams. He will report November 15, at Parks Air Force Base, California prior to being transferred to Japan.

Veteran halfback Larry Kent of Malad continues to set a strong rushing pace for the Idaho State Bengals as they move toward the conference championship. The only backfield returnee from 1954’s starting lineup, Kent is having his best of three seasons as a regular. He pulled into a tie with halfback running mate Bill Hardy in touchdowns at Greeley, Colorado last week crossing the goal for the third time this season. Kent’s rushing average is well up among the conference leaders at more than five yards per carry.

On September 1, 1955, the District President met with the L.D.S. brothers stationed at Schwaebisch Gmund, Germany and formally organized a group. Elder Royal Jay Swenson, of Malad was sustained by the group and set apart as Group Leader by Chaplain Theodore E. Curtis. The affair was a spiritual feast and big things are expected from the new group.

Five couples, all married in 1930, observed their silver wedding date at a dance party Thursday evening at the Third Ward recreation hall. Celebrating were Mr. and Mrs. Joe Ward Jr., Mr. and Mrs. A. LaVen Williams, Mr. and Mrs. Eph G. Hawkins, Mr. and Mrs. Lester T. Jones and Mr. and Mrs. Jesse R. Dredge.

80 YEARS AGO (1945)

Tokyo, October 8 – Old Glory flies today from Fujiyama – planted there September 21 by a valiant band of ten officers and enlisted men of the 28th Infantry division after a torturous climb in snow, wind, hail, fog and rain. They included Pfc. David Williams of Malad City, Idaho. The rare atmosphere at the top of Japan’s 12,365-foot sacred mountain played tricks on their vision, the climbers said. Stones and shoes appeared green-blue. Eyeballs burned. Heavy fog cut their vision to arm’s length.

An important part of the Homecoming celebration of the Malad High School was the parade, which featured a number of good floats, headed by the M.H.S. pep band. At the dance in the evening, Miss Ila Mae Williams was chosen homecoming queen with Alma Lew Chivers, Klea Mae Nielsen and BelvaLene Jones as her attendants.

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#5776-10-09-16-23-25-T3

ORDINANCE NO. 501 AN ORDINANCE OF MALAD CITY, IDAHO, A POLITICAL AND MUNICIPAL SUBDIVISION OF THE STATE OF IDAHO CREATING RULES REGARDING WATER AND SEWER RATES

WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council of Malad City, Idaho, deem it necessary for the proper operation and care of the Malad City Water and Sewer systems to adopt and set new rates for water and sewer services provided by Malad City in order to cover the costs and expenses of providing such services; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Idaho Code, Title 50, Chapter 9, such is authorized.

NOW, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF MALAD, STATE OF IDAHO, AS FOLLOWS:

The base rate charged for Malad City Sewer and Water services shall be changed and amended to the following: a) Monthly Water bill increased from $36.50 to $40.00; and b) Monthly Sewer bill increased from $47.00 to $50.00. Such increase shall become effective as of October 1, 2025.

NOW THEREFORE, this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect, after passage and approval by the City Council and Mayor of Malad City Idaho, and publication as provided by law.

PASSED, ADOPTED, AND APPROVED by the City Council of Mald City, Oneida County, State of Idaho, on this 8th day of October, 2025. ____________/s/__________

JOAN HAWKINS, Mayor ATTEST:

SUSAN J. WITTMAN, City Clerk

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City Council

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tem’s aging,” Terrill Schwartz noted.

The loan would potentially lead to a $17/mo increase over 10 or so years.

Council asked Farrell what would happens if they don’t accept the offer. Farrell explained that it’s on a year to year basis, so ideally nothing would be different. He advised the city that next time they might hold off on applying for funding from the federal government until they had a specific project in mind. Whatever else happens this year, Farrell noted, the city’s water system is definitely something that needs to be attended to.

Farrell stated that he thought it would take 0-3 years to do the project.

Webster noted that “We have more than enough water line to replace” to use the money on.

Farrell recommended that if they took the loan, the city prioritize the leaks.

The Council is inclined to accept with the condition that a bond is passed, but they would like more time to look into a few things.

“We need to be serious about getting accurate readings,” Lance Tripp said, regarding metering water.

Council will make a decision at their second meeting of the month on Oct 22. If the amount includes the grant, it would be a much smaller amount borrowed.

Trevor Robbins—North Main Trees

City Arborist Trevor Robbins spoke to the council about the trees on North Main street. He has been looking at the trees near the Veterans memorial. Susan Wittman also noticed that the trees there may have insects or other issues. These are on Court street on both sides of the road.

Robbins then discussed the park. He has talked to many community members who he said have been loving the attention to the trees. He has performed a soil analysis of the park,

SHERIFF’S DISPATCH

Sunday, August 31, 2025

• 08:32 Animal Call. Cows on roadway

• 11:12 Motorist Assist

• 20:17 Animal Call. Possible animal cruelty

• 21:12 Medical Emergency

• 22:55 Traffic Hazard. Sparks coming from trailer Monday, Sept 1, 2025

• 07:54 Unattended Death

• 20:45 Suspicious Person Reported Tuesday, Sept 2, 2025

• 01:38 Citizen Assist

• 18:20 Medical Emergency. EMS dispatched to residence

• 18:30 Suspicious Person Reported

• 19:39 Traffic Complaint. Dangerous driving reported

• 22:08 911 Call. Unknown situation Wednesday, Sept 3, 2025

• 05:39 Traffic Accident

• 06:05 Fire Reported

• 07:14 Prisoner Transfer out of county

• 08:11 Bus Violation

• 10:39 Civil Call

• 11:02 Animal Call. Cows on roadway

• 13:24 Juvenile Problem Reported

• 14:41 Animal Call

• 15:45 Citizen Dispute

• 17:11 Hit and Run Reported

• 22:46 Traffic Accident Reported Thursday, Sept 4, 2025

• 07:01 Disturbance Reported

• 09:56 Tobacco Problem Reported. MHS

• 11:05 Motorist Assist

• 16:45 Harassment Reported Friday, Sept 5, 2025

• 07:52 Traffic Accident

• 08:47 Civil Call

• 09:29 Civil Call

• 11:26 Controlled Substance Problem

as well as a foliage analysis. “It’s not something we can fix right away,” he said. Deficiencies in the soil take time to correct for and replenish. The nutrient applications and root drenches have been helping.

“The trees are getting better.” All the trees have been mulched since the day of service. “The mulch that I do is not for aesthetics,” Robbins said, explaining that the purpose was practical rather than for looks.

“We need to maintain that mulch.”

He discussed that he meets people walking around taking pictures with their phones and asking questions about the trees, which shows him that the efforts are being appreciated. Some of the identification stakes have been pulled out, but overall it’s been good.

The budget for the project was $100K at the beginning of the grant funding. Robbins suggested that they had made most of the largest investments early, and as of now, $57K has been spent.

“The community really enjoys the loop,” Robbins said. “They ask ‘how are we going to take care of it?’’” After the two years that Robbins is contracted for the project are over, it is up to the city to take care of it. “If we fail to plan to take care of these trees, we plan to fail,” he said. He discussed some of the specific trees in the park. Honey locust bores. Sunburst honey locust by the vet memorial. Bark beetles in the cemetery. “My point with bringing this up is that we need to have a plan in place.”

Robbins said that he would “like to be Malad’s tree guy” whether contracted or not. He would like to work with a committee of people. He is also interested in an ordinance to promote good tree management. He is licensed as an applicator, an arborist, a UI master gardener, and he has a trade skill in automation and robotics. He is also working toward an ISA credential.

He is looking forward to the longer term. “The money will be gone,

• 12:41 Alarm Reported. 2nd ward building

• 16:35 Citizen Dispute

• 21:07 Suspicious Person Reported

• 22:31 Traffic Accident

• 23:20 Motorist Assist Saturday, Sept 6, 2025

• 01:55 Traffic Violation. EBike

• 16:45 911 Call. Situation Unknown

• 17:46 Ambulance Call

• 21:09 Mental Health Call

• 23:14 Vandalism Reported

• 23:57 DUI Sunday, Sept 7, 2025

• 11:47 Fraud Reported Monday, Sept 8, 2025

• 02:31 Property Damage Reported. Motor home stuck in car wash

• 09:50 VIN Inspection

• 10:08 Missing Property Reported. Firearm

• 12:28 Civil Call

• 14:48 Citizen Assist

• 19:50 Traffic Hazard. Tire in roadway

• 21:50 Traffic Accident. Cows hit

• 23:00 Animal Call Tuesday, Sept 9, 2025

• 10:33 Vandalism Reported

• 11:55 Civil Call

• 14:55 Juvenile Problem Reported. MHS

• 19:09 Sex Offense

• 19:13 Suspicious Person Reported Wednesday, Sept 10, 2025

• 09:52 Sex Offense

• 13:40 Domestic Call

• 16:51 Traffic Accident

• 17:15 911 Call. Unknown situation

• 17:26 911 Call. Unknown situation

• 19:31 Traffic Accident

• 20:39 Citizen Assist

• 21:16 Agency Assist Thursday, Sept 11, 2025

• 12:35 Evidence disposal

and we need to take care of the investment. The greenbelt is a highlight of Malad, among other things.”

A motion to treat the two trees on Main was passed.

Robbins thanks the council for listening to him, and laughed about how he’s not” a tree fanatic, but just wants to take care of what we have.”

Employee Raises

Terrill Schwartz had written the raises into the budget, but they were not passed in the budget meeting in time. They can do 3%, which is equivalent to Cost of Living increases. A motion was passed.

FCS Capacity replacement fees

FCS stands for Facilities Cost Replacement. A study would be undertaken to determine what kind of fee should be charged for new hookups. This is a way to recoup infrastructure costs. FCS for $29K to pursue this study. “It’s scary to move forward.”

Old Shop

The property behind the bank has the old city shed on it. The owner of an adjacent property has asked whether the city would be willing to sell it to them in order to make the second property easier to sell. The old shop is used by the city for storage of different things.

Elm trees on the property were also discussed. The city is not likely to sell, as it’s a good place for storage. A possible trade for property in the future might be something that the city is interested in looking into in the future.

America250

The city pays around $4-6K for the 4 th of July event, exclusive of the fireworks, which are around $15K on their own.

America250 is planning a number of events leading up to the 4th of July next year, and the city will speak with the county about what the two entities might do in observance of the event. A larger-scale, combined 4th was

• 16:26 Traffic Accident

• 18:26 Fire Reported

• 19:49 Citizen Dispute

• 22:00 Threatening Reported Friday, Sept 12, 2025

• 12:11 Prisoner Transfer out of county

• 14:25 VIN Inspection

• 17:07 Animal Call

• 18:48 Traffic Hazard

• 21:27 Medical Emergency Saturday, Sept 13, 2025

• 11:34 Fire Reported. Vehicle

• 12:54 Juvenile Problem Reported

• 17:09 Traffic Complaint

• 20:30 Citizen Assist Sunday, Sept 14, 2025

• 03:06 Citizen Assist

• 10:35 Parking Problem. Possible abandoned vehicle

• 12:48 Traffic Accident

• 14:42 Traffic Complaint

• 14:48 Theft Reported

• 16:31 911 Call. Unknown situation

• 18:17 Suspicious Person

Reported

• 20:55 Animal Call. Loose cow

• 23:14 Motorist Assist Monday, Sept 15, 2025

• 01:51 Suspicious Person

Reported

• 05:18 Welfare Check

• 11:20 Civil Call

• 12:33 Motorist Assist. Object in roadway

• 19:40 Medical Emergency

• 22:30 Noise Complaint

• 22:41 Animal Call

Tuesday, Sept 16, 2025

• 09:36 VIN Inspection

• 16:33 911 Call. Unknown situation

• 10:25 Traffic Accident

Wednesday, Sept 17, 2025

• 13:08 Animal Call

• 17:19 Suspicious Person

Reported

• 19:00 Harassment Reported

one of the ideas discussed, as well as some others.

Park Sprinklers

The way that the sprinklers are set in the park follows the plans that were given to the contractor, but it turns out that the plans put water on the pickleball court.

This is a problem due to the wear on the court surface, and will need to be adjusted. The Council believes that protecting the court is a necessary priority given the investment in it, so they will need to pay around $5K to have the spriknlers reset.

Co-op

A visitor to Malad who refurbishes old buildings stopped by and wanted to see the Co-op. He wanted to know if the city was interested in selling it, or being a partner in whatever ends up happening to it.

Separately, DL Evans bank has informally said that they might come to Malad if they were able to establish a base of customers.

The mayor wanted to know what the council’s temperature was on the issue.

Melanie Coleman and Becky Cox, who decorate the building, wanted to make sure that they were in the loop. There is concern about what is going to happen with it. There are a number of other stakeholders in the future of the building, and the council discussed a number of possibilities for financing or finding partners for repairs that need to take place, even in advance of selling the building were that to happen.

The council seemed to agree that the building is so iconic to the town that the risk of letting it go to an unknown party was difficult to tolerate. A meeting to discuss what can be done with regard to the coop building was raised as a possibility, and by the end of the session, it was agreed that a public meeting will be planned in the near term about the future of the building.

Board of County Commissioners Meeting -

22 September 2025 - 9:00AM

The following is adapted from the official minutes recorded by Clerk Shanci Dorius, and has been edited for length and context. Full information can be found on the County website.

Department Updates & Highlights

Road and Bridge

Road & Bridge Supervisor Dianna Dredge reported a successful year for her department and cited the completion of 28.7 miles of chip seal and 1.5 miles of scrub coat on Old Highway 191 this year as well as 87.8 miles of dust guard put down this spring. Asphalt was put down on Depot Road in preparation for the Bannock Street Project next year.

A small portion of 2-Mile going to 300 East was also asphalted. A lift of gravel was placed across Whelp’s Ridge and the department has also worked on patching and blading roads throughout the county and repairing a few roads after heavy rainstorms.

The Woodruff Bridge project is nearing completion. The blocks have been set down and the Road & Bridge department is waiting to set the Supersills and the bridge, which is scheduled to be here on October 15. The Supersills must be set for about two weeks before the bridge can be placed.

The department is still working to complete the Transportation Plan by March 2026 and preparing for the winter season by stocking salt in the shed, blading as many roads as possible, mowing roadsides, and preparing to purchase a new snow plow truck. Road Scholar certification courses for two employees will be scheduled soon. Additionally, Ms. Dredge hopes to repave a 1-mile section of road in Arbon and continue the process as much as possible until the grant funding for the Arbon Road Project comes through sometime in the next few years.

The department is still hoping to hire a qualified and trained person to fill the open position in the department and has set aside funds in the budget for when someone fills that role.

Emergency Services

Emergency Services Manager Dan Williams attended the recent Southeastern Idaho Public Health Community Partners meeting on Infectious Diseases. Commissioners previously approved up to $100 for refreshments for the upcoming Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) meeting.

The Shield 616 Project members will be doing a fundraising ride from Idaho to Utah in an effort to raise funds to purchase equipment for Law Enforcement. Commissioners recently approved allowing the group to use the Event Center and the Emergency Services department is providing cots for the group, as they will spend the night in Malad.

Emergency Services Manager Dan Williams has been putting together a local Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Command Staff and is looking to fill 3 positions, such as Operations & Finance & Planning Coordinators. The roles would center around management, operations, planning, logistics, or finance. Whoever fills those roles will need the ICS 402 training for elected officials – a 4-hour training. Emergency Operations Center Director

(Area Field Officer) Daren Letzring is

available in October. November timeframe for any training the county may wish to schedule. Mailers providing information to sign up for alerts will be sent to each county household. The mailers have been ordered but with the price of printing (even with a discount) and postage, the total is $100 above the previously approved amount. It was confirmed that the State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) funds are available and the commissioners need only to approve the additional $100.

Commissioner Jeppsen motioned to amend the spending limit from $750 to $850 for the project of sending out mailers to the county with regards to emergency communications and emergency preparedness. Seconded by Commissioner Eliason. Motion carried.

Building Inspector

In 2025, Oneida County issued 73 building permits: 6 commercial buildings, 27 outbuildings, 18 single-family dwellings, 2 multi-residential buildings, and 20 miscellaneous permits. This reflects a decrease from the 112 permits issued in 2024.

Single-family dwelling permits may increase in 2026 due to approved subdivisions and lower interest rates.

The courtroom remodel is complete, and a jury trial was recently held in the updated space. The courthouse remodel is still in progress. Carpet installation on the main and upper floors is scheduled for the end of September. Parking lot lines have been repainted, though handicap spaces are still awaiting final striping. Appreciation was extended to the committee for their work on the courthouse remodel. The next phase will focus on renovating the basement bathrooms and installing new blinds in the Treasurer’s Office.

At the swimming pool, lighting installation is pending and the sprinkler system requires repairs.

Weeds

Oneida County Weed Supervisor Cody Clyde has been busy monitoring summer projects, treating new fall weed growth, doing roadside spraying, and certifying weed-free hay and forage. The renewal of the county’s 5-year contract with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) ensures long-term support for invasive weed control, protecting farmland, rangeland, and natural habitats across the county. The 2026 contract allocates $536,000 over 5-years. This year’s contract includes a clause that would allow the Weed Supervisor to hire out some of the spraying work.

Earlier this year, the county was contacted by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) regarding alleged unauthorized spraying on BLM land and the letter included a bill for compensation. After the county responded with letters explaining its understanding of the situation and that permission was implied, no further action was taken. Instead, the BLM reduced next year’s contracted amount from $536,000 down to $523,000 and waived the bill to the county for the unauthorized spraying. Additionally, the BLM will provide Oneida County with $30,000 for the remainder of this year and Mr. Clyde will assess what work is needed in the hills.

Extension Office Events

SAWYER FONNESBECK, ONEIDA EXTENSION OFFICE

Smart Shopping Class

There is a great class coming up on October 20th! We will be hosting our Smart Shopping class at the Broulims Grocery Store here in Malad! The first 10 individuals to register for the class will receive a gift card to Broulims to complete a $10 meal challenge as part of the class. I have included the flyer below. Please use the QR code on the flyer or call our office to register for the class! Please be sure to register EARLY so that we can have an accurate head count for the class. If you have any questions, please respond to this email or call me at 208-766-2243.

Beef Classes

The Beef Extension specialist for

Earlier this year, Mr. Clyde identified Mediterranean Sage growing in Oneida County although it has never been known to be in Idaho before. The spray initially killed the weed, but brand-new rosettes are starting to grow. The soil residual effect Mr. Clyde was hoping for was ineffective. He plans to request additional funds from the state (the original spraying cost $6000; the state provided $5,000).

Bio Control is relatively new to Oneida County, though Montana has been utilizing it for some time. Mr. Clyde obtained microscopic mites for morning glory control and released them in an area he was able to monitor. The mites appear to have been effective, as the morning glory in that area was significantly reduced. Mr. Clyde is hoping to obtain biological control agents for thistle and Mediterranean Sage.

A TORT claim may be forthcoming due to damage sustained to the county weed department’s truck and a resident’s automatic watering trough (the Wittman’s) while the truck was being driven by a county employee.

Weeds - Hylio Drone

The County’s Hylio drone has experienced ongoing issues, including crashes early this summer and again in September. In both incidents, the drone flew into a programmed no-fly zone and crashed. After the first crash, Weed Supervisor Cody Clyde received a $500 replacement part from Hylio that did not fit. When contacted, the company suggested modifying the part using a Dremel tool. On September 10, while spraying weeds at the fairgrounds, the drone operated for about two hours before flying off course and crashing into the stands. Damage is estimated at a minimum of $5,000, with a more accurate figure pending.

Since purchase, the drone has been difficult to operate, often requiring extensive setup and frequent resets due to recurring issues with flight control. Attempts to get support from the company have been met with unhelpful responses and time-consuming software updates. The one-year warranty expired in April, and the County is no longer eligible for coverage under it. A claim has been filed with the county’s insurance provider, ICRMP. The drone is insured for $30,000 with a $1,500 deductible.

P&Z - Rezoning for Hess Pumice and Highland Harvest Hess Pumice Company originally owned a parcel of land, from which 14 acres (Parcel RP0333602) were sold to Highland Harvest. Hess Pumice retained the remaining 37 acres (Parcel RP0333601). Both parties have submitted a rezoning application to the Planning & Zoning Commission, requesting that the land be designated as Industrial.

Because no specific use has been identified for the 37-acre parcel retained by Hess Pumice, the Planning & Zoning Commission presented the Board of Commissioners with proposed Development Agreements (DA) for both parcels. The agreements are intended to require that all future uses — even those normally permitted under the Industrial Zoning Code — must first obtain a Conditional Use Permit

(CUP). This approach aims to ensure that any future development is subject to public review and compatible with surrounding uses.

Highland Harvest has identified its intended use for the 14-acre parcel as a grain storage facility. The company’s CUP application received a favorable recommendation from the Planning &Zoning Commission. The property is adjacent to an existing industrial park, making it contiguous with other industrial zoning. However, to the east of Highland Harvest’s parcel is a residentially zoned area, and buffering will be required to minimize potential impacts. A Development Agreement would also help protect nearby residential properties.

During the public hearing, it was determined that the 37-acre Hess parcel should also be subject to a Development Agreement requiring a Conditional Use Permit for any future use. Planning & Zoning Administrator Rhonda Neal noted that a traffic impact study would likely be necessary before development and that the Development Agreements are not meant to restrict the owners, but to protect adjacent properties.

Hess Pumice’s legal counsel expressed concern about the requirement for a Development Agreement, requesting that the rezone be approved with only a CUP process in place. Hess currently has no development plans but would like to keep the option open for future economic development. The rezoning process began in March/April, and both Hess Pumice and Highland Harvest are seeking resolution to move forward. Highland Harvest’s legal counsel also raised concerns about the Development Agreement being overly detailed, noting that some conditions appear to overlap or conflict with the CUP process. Their recommendation was to simplify the Development Agreement so that it clearly states a CUP is required, and then allow the CUP process to outline any specific development conditions.

Commissioners and legal counsel discussed possible solutions, including amending the zoning table to treat all permitted uses in the Industrial zone as conditional uses, though that would require a public hearing and procedural time. Both property owners expressed willingness to accept a rezone with a Development Agreement that simply requires a CUP for any proposed use, with the CUP containing the specific terms and conditions. County Attorney Lyle Fuller advised caution in approving a rezone without finalized Development Agreements in place. He recommended that the Development Agreements be completed and reviewed before any rezone is formally approved. Highland Harvest expressed interest in moving forward with the rezone as soon as possible to begin development. Hess Pumice confirmed that they have no development plans for their 37-acre parcel within the next 12 months. Planning & Zoning will be reviewing potential code updates during that same timeframe.

A motion to rezone both parcels RP0333601 and RP0333602 as industrial keeping in place the Conditional Use Permit requirement and not require Development Agreements was approved.

Idaho is putting on some Artificial insemination courses this fall! If you are interested in taking one of these classes, please let me know or you can contact John Hall at 208-9931222. Dates are below:

October 22-24 in Idaho Falls, ID November 17-19 in Salmon, ID

Cost is $350 per person. Lunch each day and other supplies for the class will be provided. Space is limited, so sign up soon!! If you have any questions, please let me know.

SAVE THE DATE!

Our 2025 Fall Beef School will be held on November 6th from 6-8PM. We are finalizing our speakers and will have a flyer for that event ready to distribute in the next week or so.

ONEIDA COUNTY WEEKLY EVENTS

Since 2014, during the month of October, Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation sponsors a Walking Challenge for Idaho mayors. If mayor’s walk 10,000 or more steps during the month, they receive $1,000 from the Foundation. If they walk 5,000 steps, they receive $500. The funds are to be used by mayors for health issues in their community.

In the past, Mayor Joan Hawkins, has used the $1,000 she has received each year for such projects as the Malad Elementary playground, the Splash Pad, Pickleball Courts, play equipment for the Malad City Park playground. Last year she decided that she would like to offer a walking challenge to Malad/Oneida County residents. The first Malad City Walking Challenge was held last year with Loa Dawn Thorpe walking 608,845 steps during the month to win the top prize of a Malad City tee-shirt and a traveling trophy! This year the Second Annual Malad City Walking Challenge is taking place with 22 participants.

Some other activities offered by Mayor Hawkins this year is a Bike/ Scooter/Skateboard/Rollerblade Ro-

deo for Malad Elementary students on Friday, October 24 from 10:00 a.m. to noon. A flyer will be sent home with each Elementary School student so parents can help them sign up. Be sure to watch for the flyer! There will be three separate activities – one for K - 1st grades; one for 2nd – 3rd grades, and one for 4th – 5th grades. Prizes for each of the age groups will be awarded by random drawings. At the end of the activity, all participants will have the chance to win a boy’s or girl’s bike and a $25 gift certificate to Just For Fun Toys in Malad.

On Saturday, October 25 at 2:00 p.m., a Fun Walk will be held at the Malad City Park Walking Path to look for Shelby Blackner’s unique painted rocks. Gift certificates will be awarded to the top three finding the most rocks. Those interested should meet at the main Park Pavilion by 1:45 to receive instructions. At the end, Shelby has kindly offered to let participants go back and take home their favorite rock!

Sign your kids up for the Bike/ Scooter/Skateboard/Rollerblade Rodeo and come the next day to the park to enjoy the Fun Walk.

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Research shows that the average child hears nearly 500 negative comments each day, and only about 75 positive comments.

Color the spaces with two dots red and those with one dot green to create a pie graph comparing negative vs. positive comments most kids receive each day. (Red = negative, green = postive.)

Take a moment today to tell a friend that he or she matters and makes a difference! When you do that, YOU are making a difference, too!

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

The noun acknowledgment means something that is done to show thanks or appreciation.

As an acknowledgment of her kindness, she was given a Blue Ribbon. This week’s word:

Try to use the word acknowledgment in a sentence today when talking with your friends and family members.

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Soccer Rec League

3rd - 4th grades

This week, we are presenting soccer teams from third grade to eighth grade.

5th - 6th grades

NOT

7th - 8th grades

Riggin

NOT PICTURED: Abbey Firth - Team Purple

Audrey Blasidell, Kyler Blaisdell, Camden Crowther, Paisley Firth, Maudee Leavitt, Paislee Nalder, Logan Richard

Cross Country Results

Lady Dragons remain undefeated

BY ALLISON ELIASON

Continuing their conference undefeated streak, the Lady Dragon volleyball team swept the Declo Hornets and the Soda Springs Cardinals as they hosted the two teams for their second matchups of the season during their homecoming week. Scoring 150 points to the combined 78 points of their opponents, the MHS team proved without a doubt that they were clearly the dominating team in every match of the week.

Playing the Hornets Wednesday, October 8, Malad was ready for battle on the court. Watching their competitors warming up for the game, the Lady Dragons could see the talent opposing them and knew that the game would take grit, determination and endurance to win out.

Malad secured a quick lead to start the game off and maintained the narrow gap on the scoreboard as the opening set played out. Up just 8-6, Brynnlee Jones sent a kill across the net, completely untouched by the Declo defense, starting a momentum that put the Lady Dragons on a 12-3 run. The two teams nearly matched point for point as they played out the remainder of the set, the MHS team claiming the victory 25-14.

Opening game two with the serve, Paityn Ward sent over two quick serves the Hornet passers could never return, putting Malad up 2-0. Working their way around their ro -

tation, the Lady Dragons managed to score 2 points to every one Declo tacked up on the board. The hot hitting spot of the night was from the outside as Jones and Jette Nelson swung away for a combined 22 kills. The Hornets did well to pop up a number of hits, but it was Malad’s resilience and continued consistent attacks that outlasted Declo and resulted in the 25-12 win of the second set of the game.

Up 2-0, it took only one final push to end the night in the final game of the night. Flustered by the complete domination of the Lady Dragons, the Hornets began committing more and more errors throughout the game- hitting the ball into the net, reacting too slowly to a quick tip dumped over by Izzy Haycock, and shanking a tough serve by Kialey Pickett in just the first handful of plays.

In contrast, the MHS team gained in confidence which translated into more sure passing, setting and hitting. Their court coverage was more definite and their ability to adjust more fluid. Before long, the Lady Dragons were upon matchup point, up 24-8. Ward was once again at the service line for Malad, sending over her signature jump serve. The Hornets passed up the ball, setting up an attack from the middle hitter position. They were met at the net by the duo block of the Nelson sisters, Liv and Jette. The ball bounced off the block, Declo unable to recover the quick shift

into the net. The Lady Dragons

cheered as the ball fell to the floor, celebrating the 25-8 victory to end the night.

The MHS team returned to the court the very next night to take on the Soda Springs Cardinals in their final regular season home game. Before jumping into the match, the Lady Dragons, coaches, and fans recognized and honored the outgoing seniors, including setter Izzy Haycock, defensive specialist Quincee Hammer, outside hitter Brynnlee Jones, opposite hitter Purity Miller, middle hitter Liv Nelson, and opposite hitter Kendra Rupp.

The game began with a strong rally, both teams managing to keep the play alive until the Cardinals committed an error to award the point and the serve to Malad. In their normal fashion, the Lady Dragons dominated the game, slowly pulling away on the scoreboard.

Not all plays were picture perfect, but their quick reactions to adapt not only kept them in the game but allowed them to turn losing plays into point winning moments. In one such instance, Malad’s Jones served to the Cardinals who rebutted with a strong attack. Libero Ward dug the hit, which unfortunately went long and over the net. Soda Springs block the overpass, the ball dropping straight down the net. Kendra Rupp managed to keep the ball off the floor, Haycock bumping it out of the net to keep it alive. Rupp took a single step back to set up before taking a quick left-handed swing to take the attack to the Cardinals who eventually were unable to rally back for the win. In just a matter of time, the Lady Dragons claimed the win 25-11.

Switching sides of the court as they went into game two of the match, the Cardinals snagged their only lead of the game, 2-1. Trading the lead with Malad multiple times over the remainder of the game, Soda Springs had several point winning plays that caught the MHS team on their heels. With a little more fire to their game, Soda Springs attempted to keep pace with the Lady Dragons but was never able to make much headway on the scoreboard. As the game wore on, the MHS pulled ahead, maintaining the lead until their 25-16 win.

Whether it was a well placed spot

MHS falls to Aberdeen at home

BY ALLISON ELIASON

Coming off of a bye week where they rested and recuperated, the Dragon football jumped back into the toughest bout of their season schedule. Looking to take on 3 of the top 5 3A teams in the state, the MHS team has an uphill battle to end their season. The first of their final matchups was held Friday, October 10 as they hosted the Aberdeen Tigers.

Malad received the ball as they opened the game, starting their drive on the 25 yard line after Aberdeen bounced the kickoff into the endzone. The Dragons made little progress but managed one first and ten on their opening drive before they went four plays and punted on a fourth on long.

The Tiger offense countered with a strong and steady drive as they made consistent gains. Their signature play of the drive would be a simple run up the middle as their line created openings for the ball carrier to make their way down the field. The drive lasted over 10 plays, eating up the clock as much as yards on the field. But before long, the Aberdeen team was in the red zone, punching the first touchdown of the game.

The Dragons only had 2 plays before the buzzer signaled the end of the quarter, Malald down 0-6. Coming back to the field, the MHS continued their efforts for a successful drive. Unfortunately the play was plagued with a number of dropped passes that would have completely changed the game.

The MHS drive ending in a turnover

on downs, the Aberdeen offense took the field to punch in a second touchdown to put them up 0-12. The Malad offense came out ready to move the chains and make up for the lack of progress in their previous outing.

Chase Martin and Justin Toone made big plays for the Dragons as they secured the pass despite the number of defenders swarming them as they caught the ball. The progress was short-lived as they were unable to convert on a final 4th and long.

The remaining time on the clock for the half allowed both teams another drive down the field, the play dominated by the defense that continued to stop any offensive progress. Finally the buzzer signaled the end of the half, pausing for the two teams to readjust and regroup.

The Dragon defense took the field after kicking off to start the second half. Riding the spectrum with great gains and frustrating losses, the Tiger offense monopolized the third quarter as they drove down the field, scoring a final touchdown on their first play of the fourth quarter.

Unwilling to go down without a fight, the Malad offense kicked things in gear. Quarterback Easton Green bravely ran the ball down the field when there wasn’t an open receiver, earning the Dragon’s first down of the drive followed by a gain of 9. After a number of incomplete passes and short gain runs, Green connected with Parker Price for the conversion at the 20 yard line. The next plays turned fruitless as the Tigers kept their running game from making any gains.

serve, a strategically located tip, or ball stopping block, the deliberated plays by the Lady Dragons led them to another strong lead as they played into the third game of the match. But the Cardinals were determined to play until the very last whistle, not even giving up when Malad hit match point, 24-14.

Pushing on three more points, Soda Springs wasn’t willing to simply give in to the MHS team’s pressure. Mady Vanbebber finally found the chink in their defense as she pounded an outside hit through the Cardinal double block for the game winning point, ending with a score of 25-17.

The home court wins couldn’t have been a greater way for the Lady Dragons to begin winding down the season. Despite going up against talented competitors, the MHS continues to dominate the court. Head Coach Camie Tripp shared, “It’s not just that we have good players but our success comes from our ability to outlast teams. It’s being able to react and adjust that keeps our game alive.”

The Lady Dragons will play two final games to end the regular season as they travel to Sugar/Salem on Tuesday October 14, followed by a match in Wendell October 15.

Green called for the snap again, stepping clear back for the pass. The Dragon offensive line stood their ground, providing both space and time for the play to evolve. On the sideline, Holdan Tubbs slowly made his way down the field before suddenly putting on a burst of speed to get ahead of his defense. Green tossed the ball to the back of the endzone as the defense began closing in, perfectly leading Tubbs to the first and only MHS touchdown of the game.

The outcome of the game was certainly not what the Dragon teamed had hoped for but still took the game as a learning opportunity for the upcoming games. Head Coach Brady Price shared, “This was a game where we had too many mistakes to beat a team like Aberdeen. We had a few costly

penalties and dropped passes. I still think with all the mistakes we did have our chances against the #3 team in the state. We told the kids though we can’t have missed opportunities and expect to beat a team like that. I do believe this game showed us that we do have a team that can compete with the best in the state and still have a lot to play for.”

The leading rusher for the game was Green with 16 yards. With 69 yards, Toone led in receiving yards. Green went 9 for 24 with 137 yards passing and 1 passing TD. Tubbs tallied 29 receiving yards and 1 TD as well as 14 tackles to lead the defense. Price added 1 interception as well. Next on the schedule for Malad is their home game Friday, October 17 as they host the Declo Hornets.