The Idaho Enterprise/Caribou County | October 31, 2024
After what seems like an interminable election season, the day is finally almost here, as many voters will head to the polls on November 5 to cast their ballots for a range of local, state, and national elections. The phrase “many voters” is used purposefully, as early voting has been underway, and those numbers have been above average numbers across the state including in southeast Idaho. On the other hand, “many voters” also implies that voting is not 100% of eligible voters, which is a mystery that persists.
Predictions and early voting number reports indicate, however, that voting will be at higher rates than normal, driven by the fiercely contested presidential election that has dominated national news coverage for seemingly ever (though realistically many months, if not years). There are nine official candidates on the ballot for the position, including those representing the Libertarian party and several Independents, as well as the two main national parties. A write-in candidate spot exists as there are a large number of qualified national write-in candidates. Sadly for the thousands of voters who choose to use a protest vote on behalf of cultural figures like Mickey Mouse, Homer Simpson, Cthulhu, or any one of thousands of TikTokers, only candidates that have officially filed as write-in candidates will have votes cast for them counted.
Caribou County ballots (a sample ballot for Soda Springs in printed inside—the other precincts are the same but without the school bond question) contain a contested election for Mike Simpson’s District 2 Representative seat against Democrat David Roth, Libertarian Todd Corsetti, and Constitution Party candidate Idaho Law (Carta Sierra).
At the state legislative level, the State Senate seat for District 35 features a race between Republican Mark Harris and Democrat Chris Riley. The State Representative race for district 35 Seat A is between Democrat Joseph Messerly and Republican Kevin Andrus. Seat B in District 35 is a race between Republican Joshua Wheeler and Democrat Maggie Shaw.
All of the County positions on the ballot are unopposed, reflecting the winners of the Republican primary contests for the most part.
As you can imagine, the order of names on the ballot has been argued about over the years as a matter of favoritism, alphabetic bias, and so on. The current means of minimizing that are to use a randomly generated system or ordering, and rotating where the list “starts” from one precinct to the next.
Cross Country Dominance! Girls Win Districts, Boys Qualify For State Election set for November 5
BY JODY REEVES
On one of the coldest days this fall things were heating up at Kelly Park for the 1A/2A and 3A fifth district cross country championships. After competing in some of the biggest meets in the state this season the Cardinal and Grizzly teams raced in the smallest meet of the year for each team in terms of number of athletes. Though the numbers were low the stakes were high with a trip to the state championships on the line. As many already know, the course at Kelly Park is a challenging one. The teams had already competed there earlier in the season for the Cardinal Classic and were well versed on its challenges. The championships were split into four races. The girls 3A was first on the course followed by
In the aggregate, it gives every candidate the opportunity to appear at the top of the ballot in their contest. The order in this article follows from the Soda Springs precinct ballot, so yours may end up being ordered differently, though the same names will appear on it.
Speaking of the Soda Springs ballot, it features the School Bond question related to the $55+ million dollar bond which would be used for the construction of a new high school if passed, as well as additions to Thirkill Elementary School. Voices in the community have been heard on both sides of the issue. Anecdotally, there is widespread agreement that the current facilities are a concern, but some disagreement about the bond itself. A report on the last bond information meeting is in this edition.
The other two issues on the ballot are countywide, and include a ballot measure related to amending the Idaho Constitution to include language stating that noncitizens are not legally allowed to vote in elections, which the measure question states is a different than the current provision stating that voters must “be registered as provided by law” (which includes citizenship status) in order to vote. Critics on both sides have based their arguments on how clear the language regarding this issue is, so make sure to read the proposed measure and come to your own determination.
The second biggest voting issue on the ballot (after the presidential race) is undoubtedly Proposition 1, which does two things: it creates an open primary system where Independent
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the 3A boys, then the 1/2A girls followed by the 1/2A boys. This meant that the Lady Cardinals were the first team to take on the competition. Thirty-eight girls competed in the 3A girls race. Only four schools had enough participants to qualify for team scoring. Those schools were Soda Springs, Malad, West Side, and Declo. In addition to those four teams, individual runners from Wendell and Community School also competed. Throughout the race the Lady Cardinals left little doubt about who would take the top spot as a team. The girls from Soda dominated the race and the Cardinals won the district team title. Team scoring went as follows: Soda Springs 18, Malad 37, West Side 90, and Declo 107. Individually Lizzie Beutler won the district championship with a time of
20:19. The rest of the Cardinals finished as follows India Galloway (3) 20:46, Rebekah Evans (4) 20:54, Ellie Wood (6) 21:22, Mollie Renfroe (8) 22:25, Gracie Moldenhauer (12) 22:32, Courtnee Gronning (13) 22:32, Rosie Harris (19) 23:44, and Mylee White (21) 24:13 Next up were the Cardinal men. The Cardinal men faced a slightly deeper field of competitors with a total number of fifty-eight runners from five full teams as well as some individual runners from two additional schools. The top three boys teams in the district have been duking it out all season long and the scores were tight once again in the district championships. In this race Malad came out on top with a score of 38, followed by Soda Springs at
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Washington Post
“no
endorsement” causes firestorm
The Washington Post created backlash among many of its readers and writers when celebrity owner Jeff Bezos made the decision to not allow the paper to endorse a presidential candidate this election. The issue is more complicated than the specific endorsements on the table (according to reporting from CNN, the editorial board had prepared an endorsement of Harris), due to the historic role of the Post in presidential politics. As the paper whose greatest fame is associated with its reporting of the Watergate break-in and subsequent events, it has served as something of an elevated national bellwether of civics. Bezos made the case that endorsements created the appearance of bias, while those who resigned from the editorial board pointed to the meeting between Trump and one of Bezos’ companies, which they claimed created a much more pronounced appearance of bias. Bezos claims that he was not aware of the meeting, and that his decision was principled. The Enterprise is not making an endorsement because unlike the Washington Post, we do not have fully separate and independent editorial and news divisions.
Gas prices down more than fifty cents from last year
The seasonal gas price cycle is generally fairly predictable, with the “peak driving months” of the summer seeing the highest prices and the winter seeing the lowest. While not technically winter yet (though you wouldn’t know it from the last few days), prices are indeed falling. Last year’s lingering “supply chain issues” as well as turmoil in the oil markets as a result of the wars in Israel and elsewhere were more pronounced than this year, though election uncertainty was projected to be a potential factor in pricing moving forward. Idaho is still among the most expensive states in the country for gas, coming in at an average of $3.37 a gallon, behind California ($4.60), Hawaii ($4.58), Washington ($4.05), Nevada ($3.81), Oregon ($3.64), Alaska ($3.60), and Utah ($3.38). Rexburg has the highest average price in the state at $3.48, according to the AAA.
Deceased newborn left in Blackfoot Safe Haven
The Safe Haven Baby Box program was designed to fulfill the function of Idaho’s Safe Haven law, which allows for infants which are healthy and unharmed to be surrendered to authorities for adoption and care. The primary users of the service are mothers who are not in a position to safely care for their infants and are without a support network to provide assistance. Placing a deceased child in the “box” is a violation of the law that protects the program, and the Grove Creek Medical Center explained on its Facebook page that it was cooperating with investigators who were attempting to find more information on how the infant had passed away, and who may have placed the child at the facility earlier in October.
CROSS COUNTRY
The Lady Cardinals are the 3A fifth district champions.
The Lady Grizzlies claimed the fifth district 1A/2A championship.
Early voting booths at the Caribou County Courthouse.
Grace Holiday Boutique Highlights Local Small Businesses
BY JODY REEVES
The third annual Grace Holiday Boutique took place last weekend inside Grace High School. With twenty seven different vendors there was something for everyone. Items ranged from different types of baked goods, to clothing, jewelry, leather goods, toys, nail technicians, books, decor and much much more. The event wasn't just a great opportunity to support local small businesses and entrepreneurs but also gave local patrons the chance to meet and greet many of the vendors and see what types of products and services are available right in their
own backyard.
The Grace Holiday Boutique was the brainchild of Mikenna Atkinson who was inspired to start the event three years ago. With a young family and building a new house Mikenna turned the event over to Kristyn Lloyd this year. Kristyn is the owner of Kristyn’s Craft Room and has participated in the event all three years. Kristyn hopes to continue to try to improve on what is an already popular event. Kristyn says the event has shown signs of growth already and is thrilled with the response from the vendors. When asked why she wanted to take on the mantle of organizer Kristyn responded
by saying, “I took over the event because I think we have so much talent and creativity in this small community and I wanted to help showcase that and network with other people.” It's not all sunshine and rainbows for Kristyn. An event of this size and magnitude does come with a lot of work and challenges. Not only does she have to organize the vendors and line them out with their spots but she is also responsible for advertising for the event and arranging for the venue. Due to increased fees for the venue Kristyn was left with very little revenue to put towards advertising. As a result the vast majority of advertis-
ing was done by word of mouth and through social media. Kristyn put in a lot of time posting on the Grace Holiday Boutique instagram and facebook pages.
All in all the event was another success with many vendors wanting to come back again next year. Kristyn is also hopeful for the future of the event and looks forward to it continuing. So keep an eye out for when next year's event will take place. If you missed out on this year's event go check out a full list of vendors that attended the event on the Grace Holiday Boutique facebook page or on instagram at grace.holiday.boutique.
LOOKING BACK AT PAGES FROM THE PAST
The following stories are summarized from past issues of the Caribou County Sun over the last fifty plus years. The Enterprise thanks Mark Steele for permission to use the contents, and the Grace Public Library for access to the archives.
2014
The Idaho State Police awarded its Life Saving Award to two troopers, Master Corporal Denise Gibbs and Trooper Tyler Scheierman for the heroism they displayed during August. Trooper Scheierman is a former Soda Springs resident and SSPD police officer. The two trooper’s heroic acts began on August 6, at 9:18 a.m. MCpl Gibbs was on patrol on Cassia County when she heard a county dispatcher send an ambulance to assist an Idaho State Police trooper with a medical emergency on I-86 at approximately milepost 145. MCpl Gibbs realized that she was closer
to the incident that the ambulance, and arrived at 9:26 a.m. When she arrived she saw Tpr. Tyler Scheierman administering CPR to a young male adult, later identified as Daniil Demciuc. He was not breathing and was otherwise unresponsive. Gibbs retrieved her defibrillator and assisted. A shock was administered, followed by 4 minutes of CPR, then another shock. EMT Stan Tharp arrived at 9:32, and resumed CPR. Demciuc finally began to breathe on his own, and was taken by Life Flight to Portneuf. The admitting physician credited the two with saving Demciuc’s life.
2004
Caribou Memorial Hospital announced at its annual strategic planning retreat that it had decided to update its policies to allow children, spouses, and significant others to be present in the hospital’s emergency room with patients, although they might be asked to
leave during trauma situations. In the past, the hospital’s policy has been to exclude nonpatients for various reasons, including privacy. While patients can still request that anyone can be excluded from the ER, the move is deisgned to make the hospital more “user-friendly” for patients and loved ones.
As a part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Kimberlee Williams of the Family Services Alliance reported that nearly one-third of women in the United States reported being physically or sexually abused by a husband or boyfriend at some point in their lives. In 92 percent of reported domestic abuse cases, the violence is perpetrated against women by men. While women are overall less likely than men to be victims of violent crime, they are 8 to 12 times more likely to be victims of intimate partner violence, incuding 40 percent of female murder victims.
1984
The renaming of the school on Hooper Avenue—which has been called the Soda Springs Elementary School or Hooper School—to the William H. Hooper Elementary School will take place on Thursday, Nov. 1 in the multipurpose room. Guest speakers will include Dr. Stanford O. Cazier, president of Utah State University, and Joseph A. Anderson, president of ZCMI in Salt Lake. Dr. Cazier will talk about Mr. Hooper, who was the subject of Cazier’s thesis in 1956, which detailed the life of a “Merchant Statesman.” Anderson will talk about the early days of the ZCMI in Soda Springs, which was located in the building southeast across the street and is currently Stoor’s grocery [and now the Historical Society building]. According to the book “Tosoiba,” Capt. Hooper had a summer home in Soda Springs near the present school.
Several hand crafted items could be seen and purchased throughout the Holiday Boutique.
Stevi Woosley was one of several vendors selling hand crafted items during the Holiday Boutique.
Vendors varied in age and products. Nine year old Jazlyn Bingham displayed several items she had sewn herself.
In addition to having her own booth Kristyn Lloyd organized this years event.
questions
Bond questions taken by Superintendent
The last in a planned series of public information sessions regarding the school bond issue on the November 5th ballot was held at the Soda Springs High school auditorium last week. The meeting was attended by both supporters of the school bond, as well as those who were more skeptical about it. Overall, there was a large degree of consensus expressed about the need for a new school, but some reservations about the way the bond was designed itself.
Superintendent Scott Muir gave a brief overview of the bond to begin the meeting, and then opened the floor to questions. By way of overview, Muir explained that the bond had been necessitated by the physical state of Soda Springs high school, which had passed the end of its expected structural life. The building was originally constructed in 1959. A facilities survey conducted within the last ten years found that the building had a number of serious issues that represented potential safety and viability problems. Problems with the HVAC system, as well as the building’s tangled web of layers of internet cabling, are functions of a building past its intended expiration date.
The new building, which has been bid at $44.8 million, would have updated infrastructure, safety, accessibility, technology, and security features. It would also contain more classrooms and classroom space, and therefore the ability to host more students in the future. Growth estimates for the city trend upward in the near term, based on the capacity of planned housing developments and other factors. The bond also includes the price of a new gym, though the legacy gym would be retained as it is deemed sound due to a relatively recent remodel.
The bond portion for additions to Thirkill elementary, which would be composed of classroom and gym construction, are responsible for another $10.3 million of the proposed bond. The additions would allow the fifth grade classes (who are currently attending Tigert Middle School) to return to the elementary. It would also provide a dedicated gym to the building, which currently has a mixed-used cafeteria, activity room, gymnasium.
One question raised during the meeting was why the bond was not separated out in order to lower the cost and deal with one problem at a time. The suggestion was that Thirkill, for instance, could be handled first, and then the high school after the middle school bond (which currently has several years left) had been completed. Or potentially, the high school could be taken on at a lower cost, and the elementary could be tackled when the funding was available.
In response, Muir noted that while the current bonding capacity was higher than the amount sought, it would be a strain on voters to be in a near-continuous state of seeking bonds for the various projects and it was advisable to try to account for both the high school and elementary school now if possible. A companion issue was the constantly rising cost of materials and labor, as well as the attached inflation, which will make the future price tags for the same work higher as each year goes on.
Questions about the bid for the school projects were raised as well, with some asking why the cost was higher on a per square foot basis than some other recently constructed facilities in the state.
Muir stated that some of that was due to the rise in costs even from a couple of years ago when the projects in question were contracted, or the location they were built in. While the square footage figures are not on the website, a calculator of the impact on taxable property can be found at sodaschoolsbond.org/tax-impact-calculator. The example given is that a taxable property value of $227,000 shown on an assessment notice would result in a monthly tax increase of $56.93.
Much of the impact of the bond would be felt by large-scale commercial and industrial property owners, whose assessed value and property holdings are significantly higher than most residents. Muir, however, acknowledged that all property owners would be affected, and that it was an important consideration in the upcoming vote.
Due to the age and state of the high school, a new building will be necessary at some point in the future, regardless of whether this bond passes. Muir explained that the district will pursue variations on the proposed bond in the upcoming cycles until they were able to get one to pass. The issue of consolidation was raised again, as it has been any times over the years. The school districts in Grace, Bancroft, and Soda Springs would all need to come to the table and begin work on a consolidation effort, which in the past has not proceeded very far. However, the potential to pool economic and other resources makes it an appealing prospect to many.
The bond requires a 2/3 vote of total votes cast, which is a high threshold. Information about the bond from the school district’s perspective can be found at sodaschoolsbond.org, and Superintendent Muir has invited anyone with questions to meet with him or contact him through the website or at the district office, (208) 547-3371.
Community Christmas Concert holding rehearsals; still looking for singers
The second rehearsal for the Caribou County Community Choir and Orchestra’s Christmas concert is now in the books, and Kathleen Campbell reports that everything is going well. The theme for this year’s December 8 concert is “Traditions of Christmas” which suggests the feelings of comfort long associated with the season. While the orchestra personnel is in place, the CCCC & O is looking for more singers. Executive Choral Director Kimberly Mumford related that the group is looking for additional singers (over the age of 16) to join the choir. In addition, another piano accompanist is also being sought.
Those interested in joining the choir can either attend a rehearsal at one of the dates and times listed below (the sooner the better!), or contact Kathleen Campbell at tandkcamp@ gamil.com or Kim Mumford at tallsoprano@yahoo.com.
Christmas is a singular time of year when music, friends, and community all come together to provide the special warmth that is hard to find in any other setting. A community choir is a special thing, as is a community orchestra. Both allow those with music in the hearts to share their gifts with everyone. If you have thought you’d like to sing alongside your neighbors but never taken that brave step, make this year your year!
The Caribou County Community Choir and Orchestra (CCCC & O) officers of the board are: Chairman and Treasurer Wade Olorenshaw; Vice Chairman, Vince Burgoyne; Executive Administrator, Kathleen Campbell; Executive Orchestral Director, Anne Olorenshaw; Executive Choral Director, Kim Mumford; Orchestra Librarian, Di Mickelsen, Choral Librarian, Ann Robinett Averett; and Properties Manager, Garrett Hill.
The rehearsal schedule is as follows:
Orchestra Rehearsals
Thursday October 17 7-9 P.M. Tigert
Election
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voters would be allowed to vote in primaries, and it creates a ranked choice voting system for the general election. Please read the language of the proposition if you have any confusion about this issue, as it represents quite a change to Idaho’s voting system. The idea of open primaries is not earthshaking—it just means that you would no longer have to be a registered Democrat to vote in Democratic primaries or Republican, Libertarian, etc. This would allow Independent voters to take part in primary contests without having to officially register with a party that will then inundate them with constant fundraising messages.
Ranked choice voting would, however, affect the general election rather than the primaries. It would require new technology and vote tabulation systems which will be required by the election offices at a cost of hundreds of thousands, or even millions of dollars, according to the proposition’s “Fiscal Impact Statement.” There are some advantages to a ranked choice system, as well as some clear
Performance
The attire for the concert is also traditionally themed: Orchestra Women: all black Men: dark suits and white shirts with red bow ties (ties furnished) Choir
Women: Red, green, or white tops with dark skirts (preferrably black) or all black
Men: White shirts and dark pants (preferrably black) with red bow ties (ties furnished)
Come celebrate the season!
disadvantages, and voters are again encouraged to study the proposition before casting a vote one way or the other.
The official Idaho Voters Guide, which explains the ballot measure and proposition in detail, can be found at https://sos.idaho.gov/elections/publications/2024_voter_pamphlet.pdf.
Polls will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 5 at the following locations:
POLLING PLACES:
Soda Springs Precincts #1,2,3 & 4 Tigert Middle School Gym
250 E 3rd S. Soda Springs, ID 83276
Grace Precincts #1 & 2
Gem Valley Performing Arts Center 704 S. Main Grace, ID 83241
Bancroft Precinct Lions Club Building 165 S. Main Bancroft, Id 83217
Wayan & Freedom Mail Out Precincts Caribou County Courthouse 159 S. Main Soda Springs, ID 83276
The Community Choir and Orchestra is practicing for Christmas, and they're still looking for singers.
Superintendent Scott Muir addressed
at a recent bond information meeting.
Momentum Builds for Shade Structures at the Park
The Friends of the Soda Springs City Park are proud to share an update with the community about some of their most recent progress in fundraising money to pay for shade structures at the Caribou CommUNITY Playground in Soda Springs.
The target to raise $50,000 is the goal to afford custom-made shade covers which will be installed above
both swing sets at the playground, providing children with spaces to play and relax during the heat of the summer months. We are proud to announce that Alliance Title and Escrow, Flying S Title and Escrow and Idaho Central Credit Union recently decided to contribute towards this mission of prolonging the lifespan of these play structures and in-
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
Dear Editor,
I will be voting against the Soda Schools Bond for a couple of reasons. My foremost reason is that if we want to build a new high school, it ought to be for county consolidation and in a more central location than the current SSHS. Second to that, as a taxpayer, I would like to see the school district put an effort into fundraising for this rather than tax-raising - it's a lot of money. Thirdly, I have a concern about
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the safety of the students who will be walking to and from seminary across and around the construction zone of the proposed new location. I would vote for the elementary expansion if only it were a separate bond. But, coming from the top student 6 and 1/2 years ago, the current HS building does not distract from the learning opportunities, so I don't think a new one is a necessary tax burden right now.
-Jacob Bybee
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creasing use of the playground during the hottest months of the year, when attendance tends to decrease due to the heat.
Kristi Urban, Escrow officer for Flying S said, “At Flying S Title and Escrow we understand the importance of building lasting relationships within our communities. We are grateful to be a part of this proj-
ect and hope it will bring enjoyment now and for future generations.”
The generosity of these organizations is so appreciated and we hope the community will recognize these businesses for their support of this project! If you or your business would like to contribute to this cause, please reach out to Laura Lind at 208-604-0885.
Bancroft announces utility increase
The city of Bancroft recently passed a utility increase, which will be effective November 1, 2024.
Starting on that day, utility statements will reflect the 4.99% increase voted on during the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year Budgeting Process, which followed from a series of public Budget hearings.
Special Rate Accounts--MultiDwelling Units, Businesses, Apartments, Water/Outside City Limits, Water &Garbage/No Sewer, Extended water line users, etc—can contact City Hall at 208-648-7648 for specific information.
Auto-Pay Customers are notified to please contact your banking institution or log on to the city website at www. cityofbancroft.com to make payment adjustment updates
Public Meetings held to discuss rate increases included regular council meeting, budget workshop, pre-budget and final budget hearing.
Questions regarding New Rates or Account Totals should be directed to City Hall (208)648-7648 or in writing to City of Bancroft, PO Box 39, 95 S. Main St, Bancroft, ID 83217 Or by email to bancroftcity@ icsofidaho.net.
War on Weeds—weeds are everybody’s problem
THE ISSUE: Water hyacinth
Water hyacinth (Eichornia crassipes) is a free-floating freshwater perennial that is native to South America. It was introduced into the U.S. as an ornamental, but then escaped. It can form thick masses of vegetation that float on the surface of slow-moving bodies of water. Its presence can change aquatic habitat, remove available oxygen, and slow the flow of water. It has significant negative impacts on agriculture, recreation, and the environment.
Water hyacinth is well known for its purple showy flowers, and its ability to double in size every 4-10 days. It can grow 1.5 to 3 feet tall. Leaves are broad, round, glossy, up to 12 inches long, and 6 inches wide. Dark colored roots have a feathery appearance and hang below the plant in the water. Roots can be up to 3 feet long. It can reproduce from seed and asexually as stolons and daughter plants break off and float away.
Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
Options:
• Prevention— Learn to identify this plant. Never transport unknown plant material. Always clean recreational equipment before transporting! Never dispose of aquarium contents in bodies of water.
Bugwood.org
• Mechanical—Extreme care must be taken to remove all plant parts from the water. Mechanical removal in conjunction with other control methods can be effective. It is best to identify infestations early when plants can be removed carefully by hand.
• Chemical—Herbicide applications in conjunction with other control measures may be necessary. Report any sightings of water hyacinth to local authorities, who can help prescribe herbicide applications. Always read and follow herbicide label directions!
Justin Hatch, University of Idaho Extension Agriculture Educator in Caribou and Bear Lake Counties. 208-547-3205
JLHatch@uidaho.edu
Photo courtesy of Chris Evans, University of Illinois,
Irene Torgeson, Kat Nielsen, Kim Lindstrom, Lisa Armijo, Kim Black, Laura Lind, Alana Burns
Irene Torgeson, Lara Lind, Angela Lind, Alana Burns, Kristi Urban, Valerie James
Amy Morris, Crystal Iverson, Desi Valladolid, Alana Burns, Laura Lind, Selena Wheatley
SENIOR CITIZENS’ CORNER
World Diabetes Day
World Diabetes Day is on November 14th. There are 3 main types of diabetes: Type 1, often appears in childhood, Gestational, occurs during pregnancy, and Type 2, most common type and develops later in life.
If you are consistently experiencing 1 or more of the following symptoms, it could be beneficial to discuss with your doctor.
• Constantly thirsty, unable to quench thirst
• Frequent urination, especially when it keeps you up during the night Blurry vision
• Excess feelings of hunger
• Feeling tired or fatigued
Taking good care of yourself, being on the move (exercising), and eating a healthy balanced diet can help maintain blood sugars throughout the day and help battle fatigue.
Two main areas of focus to maintain blood sugars whether you are diabetic or not are to consume:
1. Complex Carbohydrates
a. Whole grains - Wheat bread, brown rice, Steel cut oatmeal, etc. (less processed)
b. Ancient grains - Quinoa, Wild rice, chia, barley
2. Protein rich foods/snacks
a. Meats, canned fish, cottage cheese, yogurt, milk, peanut butter, eggs, beans, tofu, etc.
Diabetes is considered to have been around 1550 BC. The successful extraction and injection of insulin into humans was discovered in 1922. So, comparatively, our understanding of diabetes is quite new compared to its long, arduous march through history. The difference between type two and type one started around 1850, where medical professionals at the time believed that they knew enough of the difference between the two to warrant two categories. Since then, type II diabetes has ballooned to 90 percent of the those affected, with an estimated 425 million individuals affected worldwide. This alarming rise in such a preventable disease is one of the reasons the WHO and IDF wanted to create World Diabetes Day – to help spread awareness of how to prevent contracting the illness.
The first Thanksgiving meal in Plymouth probably had little in common with today’s traditional holiday spread. Although turkeys were indigenous, there’s no record of a big, roasted bird at the feast. The Wampanoag brought deer and there would have been lots of local seafood (mussels, lobster, bass) plus the fruits of the first pilgrim harvest, including pumpkin. No mashed potatoes, though. Potatoes had only been recently shipped back to Europe from South America.
BRAIN TEASERS
Ingredients
Sesame-Garlic Pumpkin Seeds
• 1 large egg white
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 2 cups fresh pumpkin seeds
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
• 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
• 1 teaspoon dried minced onion
• 1 teaspoon dried minced garlic
• 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds
Directions: Preheat oven to 325°. In a small bowl, whisk egg white and oil until frothy. Add pumpkin seeds and toss to coat. Stir in sesame seeds, poppy seeds, onion, garlic, salt and caraway seeds. Spread in a single layer in a parchment-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake 35-40 minutes or until dry and golden brown, stirring every 10 minutes.
JH Wrestling @ West Side w/ Bear Lake & Malad City Council (6pm)
BANCROFT
October 25 – Friday Soph Carnival (5pm)
November 1 – Friday LL Practice
November 2 – Saturday GBB Home
November 3 – Sunday LDS Services
November 4 – Monday School Board Mtg. (6:30pm) LL Practice
November 6 – Wednesday
MS GBB @ Sho-Ban LL Practice
BIRTHDAYS
Lezlie Dunn, Nov. 1
Milo T Crump, Nov. 6
Kenna Ainzley Crump, Nov. 16
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
Hanyuan Li, Chestnut Hill, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50
Misty Sky Pabst, Soda Springs, unlawful overtaking and passing school bus, $300.00, costs $56.50
Ryan J Vantassell, Ogden, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Claudio Vera Mireles, Pocatello, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
MAGISTRATE COURT
Rodney R Davidsavor, Preston, use or possess drug paraphernalia with intent to use, $250.00, costs $200.50, 5 days jail, 5 days suspended, 6 months probation – Agency: SSPD
Mini Calzones, Broccoli Apple Salad, Pears w/Blueberries
Wednesday, November 6
BBQ Flatbread, Seasoned Corn, Orange Slices
Thursday, November 7
Super Nachos, Seasoned Black Beans, Banana Splits
GRACE LUNCH MENU
Lunches served with Milk
Monday, November 4
Hamburger Fries, Food Choice –Fresh Veggies or Pears
Tuesday, November 5
Soft Shell Taco, Food Choice –Refried Beans, Green Salad or Cinnamon Applesauce
Wednesday, November 6
Ravioli, Breadstick, Food Choice – Green Beans or Mandarin Oranges
Thursday, November 7
Corn Dog, Mac & Cheese, Food Choice – Corn or Peaches
ON THIS DAY
1541 Michelangelo Buonarroti finishes painting “The Last Judgement” in the Sistine Chapel, Vatican City
1815 Cornishman Sir Humphry Davy patents miner’s safety lamp
1868 Standard uniform approved for U.S. postal carriers
1888 Scottish vet John Boyd Dunlop patens pneumatic bicycle tire
1913 First U.S. paved coast-tocoast highway, the Lincoln Highway is dedicated
1918 Spanish flu kills 21,000 people in the U.S. in a single week
1941 Mount Rushmore Monument is completed in South Dakota, designed by Gutzon Borglum
1988 First Monday Night NFL game played in Indianapolis; Colts beat Denver Broncos, 55-23
1956 Brooklyn, New York ends streetcar service
2010 Post-apocalyptic zombie TV series “The Walking Dead” premieres, starring Andrew Lincoln, Jon Bernthal and Lauren Cohan on AMC
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The Theory of Sorting
BY ALLISON ELIASON
Long days working cattle often lend to solo, often contemplative days. Whether they are hours in the saddle or minutes sorting on gates, working cattle always seems to come with some kind of life lesson behind it. Social media is full of funny quips from cattle work like, “You can’t hurt my feelings. I grew up sorting cattle with my dad and let the wrong steer get by,” and “If your marriage can handle sorting cows with your husband, it can survive anything.”
And as funny as they are, they are 100% right!
Recently we were sorting our weaned calves that we will be shipping soon. The goal of the day was to group together the steers ready to sell, the heifers we want to keep, the heifers we will sell, and anything that isn’t going to ship. It can be a long process sorting through so many calves, making decisions, making more decisions and sorting them again, and this time around was no different.
There are a few key things to understand when sorting cattle, especially young calves. Every animal has what we call a point of balance and a flight zone. The point of balance, found at the shoulders of cattle, is an imaginary line that determines how they will move relative to the handler’s position. Standing behind the point of balance
will make an animal move forward, standing in front will stop them or make them back up. The point of balance is established largely due to the blind spot directly behind cattle. In an attempt to keep things in their vision or to move away from things they no longer see, they will move accordingly.
In simplest terms, the flight zone is the safe space around a cow. It is their personal bubble and if someone or something moves within that bubble, it will make them move. When people remain at a distance outside of the flight zone, they remain still and unconcerned.
Unlike the point of balance that remains constant, the size of the flight zone can change. The safe space depends on multiple factors but there are two leading points. First, the flight zone will always depend on past interactions an animal will have had. If a young calf grew up being bottle fed or a cow has been hand fed treats, they have learned to allow people into their safe zone. On the other hand, cattle that have had little interaction will be far more wary and nervous about someone coming close to them.
The second part to determine the size of their flight zone is the attitude or energy of the person coming into their space. Someone loud, aggressive and forceful will cause a larger safe zone than a handler that moves slowly and quietly.
Knowing how to use these two points of cattle makes all the difference in working with cattle to get the job done. And not just getting it done, but getting it done with the least amount of stress and work. When it comes down to it, the more an animal can trust, the smaller their flight zone is and the more accurate their response will be relative to what the handler wants.
The alternative to less stress sorting is a chaotic ram-’em-and-jam’em style that forces cattle to go where and how someone else wants. It triggers their fight or flight response, which will put them on the fight and go against everything the handler wants or they will turn tail and run. Either way, the work won’t happen and there is usually a mess of broken corrals to put back together.
We might not be sorting people into various pens like we do cattle, but everyday we have to sort out how we will work with people. In their own way, people have their own points of balance and flight zones and if we can learn to work with them, we will accomplish more with less stress than we would have otherwise.
In a similar way, people will move, change, shift, and alter themselves when things are moved beyond their point of balance or the point they can’t see or understand, when they feel pressured, or in danger. Understanding
City Council Report Soda Springs
The Soda Springs City Council met for a regular meeting on October 16. Council President Mitch Hart was excused.
Conditional Use Permit Tigert
Tigert Middle school recently applied for a conditional use permit for a storage container on the property, which will primarily be used to store athletic equipment. Anything out of season will be stored during the offseason, in order to make room for current-season materials. In the past, concerns about an overly full storage room had been expressed during inspections. The container will be painted beige, and is a 20’ long by 8’ wide structure, which is brand new. The Conditional Use Permit was approved.
Ordinance Adoption 706 Betha Development Zoning Reclassification
Planning and Zoning recommended permitting a rezoning of the zoning map to change some properties from R3 to C2 in the Bertha Development.
The change was requested in order to provide more flexibility to the properties moving forward, but was determined to be in accord with the comprehensive plan in place in the city.
The change was approved.
Projects Update
Engineer Alan Skinner spoke to the council about ongoing projects.
The LHTAC agreement for sidewalks will provide $250K toward the project. The city needs engineering done and copies by Dec 2. The money will be available next spring, plus an additional $55K for a $305K total. The sidewalks will be done on 1st E to 3rd E on 4th S.
A motion to authorize Mayor Robinson to sign the LHTAC grant passed. “This has been a good thing,” Councilmember Ryan Carpenter noted.
“We have been blessed to get it,” Mayor Robinson added.
The new Maverik store is open. There have been no outstanding issues reported. Maverik is making plans to start removing fuel tanks at the old building, and is working with the Department of Environmental Quality in that process.
Engineer Skinner performed a walkthrough of the new Liberty Dodge building, which is looking at the 24th for final sign offs. Liberty Dodge is planning to host Trunk or Treat there after everything is done. Asphalt should be in by Monday or Tuesday. A number of last minute jobs inside are being completed. Main Street project is proceeding apace. The first half of asphalt on East side has begun, and milling started. “Next two weeks will be a jumbled up mess on the courthouse side,” Skinner noted. “On the west side they will be working on sidewalks the next week as the weather dictates.”
The lights will be the last stage of the project. The bases are done on the west
side. There will be 24 street lights total—at present there are 10.
Business License Revision
CM Paul Gritton led a discussion on the BRV. “After learning the BL could use some updating, Andrea turned it over to Tom, and between the two of them they added a bunch of stuff that needed adding, inc city codes that provide guidance on licenses. The thing I wanted to accomplish was to make sure that the process was clear.”
Department Heads
CJ
Acting Chief of Police CJ Golightly noted that the department was preparing for upcoming Homecoming parade, which was set for the blocks from the Middle School to the Elementary school and back.
Officer Tevyn Phelps was awarded $3K for a fentanyl overdose training program.
Justin Hansen
Hansen reported that the last couple weeks have involved projects including getting equipment serviced and plows ready for winter.
The new shop building has power, trenches, and conduits, and is waiting for rest of material needed to finalize it.
The city has finished sweeping from chip seal, and closed down the park bathrooms. Cross Country districts are on Friday at Kelly Park, so they will be closed afterward. The Geyser restrooms are open all winter long.
The city will be putting up Xmas lights soon, possibly on the new poles on Main street.
There was some discussion of maybe trying something new and different on Main Street.
Councilmember Rod Worthington thanked Hansen and the city crew for painting red lines near the crosswalks by the elementary. Additional signs will be put on north side, like the south side. The school principal will still put out the cones to mark the area for no parking by the signs. “Cross walks are a dangerous thing, especially when you have parking that goes around them,” Worthington noted.
Councilmember Paul Gritton and Hansen discussed plans to move material to the gun range in order to create a berm barrier. The range will be shut down during that process.
CM Worthington extended appreciation to Dan Squires and Justin Hansen, who were at the Dummy burn for the High School Homecoming week.
Hansen reported that “as of last Friday the geyser is working well.” They put in a new valve, but had to fix it. “It’s running when it’s supposed to and shutting off when it’s supposed to,” Hansen said.
Two members of the crew are under-
those pressure points in people helps us in our interactions with them to know what will turn them to us or what will turn them away.
Just like past interactions can determine the flight zone in cattle, past experiences always determine how much a person can be trusted. Similarly, as minimizing the flight zone takes time in cattle, it will take multiple interactions to build up a consistent expectation of how that person will act.
Whether it is a relationship with a coworker, a casual friend or a close family member, recognizing a person’s point of balance and flight zone will be key in learning how to sort things out with them. Knowing the way to approach a problem, what sort of energy to bring, when to step back and when to press on are invaluable components to any relationship.
Now I don’t encourage comparing anyone to a cow. That happens too often at our house and it rarely ends well. But I do encourage everyone to take a look at their relationships and find the times they could better understand the person they are working with, especially in the instances that they might be using the ram-’em-andjam’em method.
One way or another, things will get sorted out. You will either be satisfied and proud of the work you did or you will be left with a mess of corrals to clean up.
going Road Scholar training, and are about halfway through. They’ve stayed on top of it with fall classes. They should be able to be certified by summer.
Garrett Hill
The issue of the trail system planned for the property on the south side of town recently acquired from Nutrien was discussed. Alan Skinner reported that the city was waiting for a response from Bayer on changes to a contract for sand to be used for the trail system. Once it is approved, they will start hauling it.
CM Gritton explained that he had spoken with a Geologist from Bayer named Garrett Hill who was willing to provide insight on the trail system.
Garrett introduced himself to the council by explaining, “I have experience building trails. In a previous town I built 15 miles of trails that interconnected the town.” In Hill’s opinion, there are some good trails already in the area, but some things that are lacking. Specifically, Hill would like to see single track mountain bike trails. “I see people going to Pocatello, and there could be trails here that are just as good.”
Hill explained that he had started out “just riding,” but eventually went on to work in Salmon on the Discovery Trail system, as well as trails in Ririe. He also helped the Forest Service in Montana develop a trail system. His largest project was in Bagdad, Arizona where he built a trail network, which has attracted a lot of people to the tiny town.
Recreation director Nikki Hansen will be included in discussions moving forward on the trail system. Hill’s wife teaches Spanish in the school district.
Hope Hansen, Library
The library had a tree taken down recently.
On a related note, the Festival of Trees is coming up. Any businesses or entities can still donate or contact the library about the Festival of Trees, which is a project of the Friends of the Library. Those who are interested can either design and decorate a tree to donate to the fundraiser, or donate to the Friends of the Library to have one decorated.
Dan Squires
Fire Chief Dan Squires reported that the Fire Dept has been busy, and had made 9 runs in the past 5 days.
The Fire Department also recently presented at Story Time at the library.
Clerk Haderlie
The Clerk reported that the carpet was all finished, and everything had been put back. She noted that “I have a great staff and I don’t know what I’d do without them.”
Industrial Park Lease
The lease on two parcels in the Indus-
trial Park north of the Lott building were discussed. Lots 11 and 12 had been leased to Wade and Pam Clark, who have decided not to continue leasing the property. Lott intends to put a 50 by 150 (7500 sq) building on that lot for employee parking, etc., which will be 1.6 acres total.
Aaron Lott spoke to the council, proposing a 7500 sq bldg. for personal use and maybe rental. He mentioned he would like 20 year lease if possible. “I get if it goes up in 5 years. We’d be committed to building a building, we just want to get started.”
The discussion continued on the, the issue of how city leases needed to be handled in a situation like this. Attorney Tom Smith explained that a current lease could be assigned to another party, but that a new lease, which this would constitute, might require a different process.
Since the property is leased at a set rate, there is no real avenue for a bidding process. However, the question of whether some sort of public information was required before a city lease was changed to a new party (or, rather, a new lease on a property was initiated) on a property was not satisfactorily known. Attorney Smith suggested that he would need to further look into the issue. As a result, a motion to approve the lease was withdrawn by CM Rod Worthington, who had made it during the discussion.
Citizen Input
Brock Byram spoke to the council, noting that “I don’t care who you vote for, get out and vote” in anticipation of the upcoming election.
Thursday, October 31 Friday, November 1 Saturday, November 2 Venom: The Last Dance (PG-13)
Eddie and Venom are on the run. Hunted by both of their worlds and with the net closing in, the duo are forced into a devastating decision.
Annual meeting of The Last Chance Canal Company, Ltd. will be held at the American Legion Hall, Grace, Caribou County, Idaho on Monday November 4, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. for the following purposes.
1.To review and approve annual reports pertaining to the financial condition and general operation of the company.
2.To elect such directors to the Board of directors to fill any vacancies in said board as set forth in the by-laws of the corporation and to hold office for such terms as may be required and until his successor shall be elected and shall qualify.
3.To transact any and all other business as may properly come before the meeting or any adjournment thereof.
The close of business on September 30, 2024, has been fixed as the date of record for determining stockholders entitled to receive notice of and vote at the meeting. The stock transfer books for the corporation will remain closed from that date until the annual meeting is adjourned.
All Stockholders are urged to attend the meeting in person or by proxy. If you do not expect to attend the meeting and desire to have the stock registered in your name voted at the meeting, you are requested by the management to fill in, sign and return promptly, a proxy.
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Lane V. Erickson (ISB#: 5979)
RACINE OLSON PLLP
P. O. Box 1391
Pocatello, Idaho 83204-1391
Telephone: (208) 232-6101
Fax: (208) 232-6109
Email: lane@racineolson.com
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF CARIBOU
In the Matter of the Estates of: RICHARD MARVIN FOSTER and HELEN FRANCES FOSTER, Deceased. Case No. CV15-24-0178
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that JILL ASKEW has been appointed personal representative of the estate of the above-named decedents.
All persons having claims against the decedents or the estates are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented to the undersigned at the address indicated and filed with the Clerk of the Court.
DATED this 14th day of October, 2024.
RACINE OLSON PLLP
By: /S/LANE V. ERICKSON LANE V. ERICKSON
Attorney for Personal Representative P. O. Box 1391
Pocatello, Idaho 83204-1391 lane@racineolson.com
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held before the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Soda Springs, Idaho, on the 12th day of November 2024 at 6:05 P.M., at City Hall located at 9 West 2nd South, Soda Springs, Idaho, for the purpose to consider a Conditional Use Permit for a contractors shop to be placed within a building and outside storage screened by fences surrounding the property. The property involved in this request is as follows:
Parcel I: Township 9 South, Range 42 East, Boise Meridian, Caribou County, Idaho: Section 8: Beginning at a point on the West line of Section 8, Township 9 South, Range 42 East of the Boise Meridian, which point is 300 feet South and 107 feet East of the Northwest corner of said Section 8, and running Thence East 355 feet; Thence South 170 feet; Thence West 355 feet; Thence North 170 feet, to the Point of Beginning. Commonly known as 118 N Hooper Avenue.
All persons present at the public hearings shall be allowed to be heard. Written comments or objections may be submitted to the Planning & Zoning Secretary at 9 West 2nd South, Soda Springs, Idaho 83276, or email chelseyd@ sodaspringsid.com.
Any person needing special accommodations to participate in the above hearing should contact Soda Springs City Hall at 208-547-2600 at least seven (7) days before the hearing.
Dated this 22nd day of October, 2024.
Chelsey Davids, Planning & Zoning Secretary
Map of area to the right.
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William “Bill” Warren Bosley Sr
May 6, 1946 – October 28, 2024
William “Bill” Warren Bosley Sr, this beloved man in our lives, passed away on October 28, 2024, at home in Draper, Utah, due to kidney failure, with his loving wife by his side.
Bill was born May 6, 1946, to William Grant and Loreda Hansen Bosley in Tremonton, Utah. He was among the first round of Baby Boomers. “Billy”, as he was affectionately known, became the oldest of six children.
The Bosley family also lived in the Ogden, Utah area before settling in Clearfield, Utah. Many family vacations were taken by the eight of them; including Disneyland, not long after it opened. The family also spent a great deal of time in Moab, Utah, where they became lifelong friends of the “Uncle” Gene and “Aunt” Marge Hill family.
Bill attended Clearfield High and graduated in 1964. He was active in Glee Club and enjoyed music immensely. One of his favorite summer activities as a teen was to go to Lagoon and watch The Beach Boys perform. Sorry, Brooks & Dunn, but you are a close second as his favorite band.
When Bill was 17, he met Cora, who would become the love of his life. After dating for a while, Cora managed to drag Bill kicking and screaming down the aisle on September 1, 1967. They were later sealed as a family in the Logan, Utah temple on November 14, 1984.
The couple was blessed with two awesome children; Brenda Sue in 1968 and William “Little Billy” Warren Jr in 1970. He taught his kids so many things throughout the years, such as car maintenance and simple repairs and how to shoot. The kids loved it when they could go shoot pop cans with their dad. He also liked to take the roads less traveled, even if they went through water. The kids loved it; Cora, not so much.
Bill worked very hard to provide for his little family. He held various jobs, such as a truck driver and as a miner. Before setting in Grace, Idaho in 1974, Bill and family lived in Leadville, Colorado and Ogden, Utah. Bill worked for Mark III then Monsanto in Soda Springs for many years until his retirement. After retirement, Bill worked maintenance for the church as well as delivering newspapers to the carriers. He loved the outdoors! He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping with his family. One of the best camping trips the family took was up to Redfish Lake near Stanley, Idaho. The family also took some amazing vacations to Yellowstone Park, California, Arizona, and Mexico. After a hunting outing, Bill would come home and tell the best stories of his day, complete with actions and commentary from the deer.
Bill was very involved in the Boy Scouts as a leader and looked forward to camping with the young men each year. Palisades was his favorite spot to camp with the Scouts. As a leader, Bill became Wood Badge trained. He was also very instrumental in his son’s journey to earn his Eagle rank and Order of the Arrow.
Mr. Bosley was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Along with many years as a Boy Scout leader, Bill fulfilled a calling as a
church history teacher with Cora.
After the kids had moved out, Bill and Cora went on many adventures together, including touring Graceland, visiting South Dakota, Virginia, and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They were also able to take Bill’s mom on a few little trips, such as New Mexico and Colorado.
When the couple starting having some health issues, they sold their home in Grace in 2021 and moved to Draper, Utah to be closer to their son and his family. They did receive very good health care while living the last few years in Utah.
He loved being a grandpa and great-grandpa and had an extra special relationship with granddaughter, Maryssa. He also taught his grandchildren many of the same skills he taught his kids and he was so proud of each one of them.
Bill is survived by his wife, Cora of Draper; his son Billy (Agnes), Draper, daughter Brenda Hooley, Pocatello, ID. Five grandchildren: Timothy Alger Jr, Murray, UT; Alexandra (Chris) Casity, South Jordan, UT; Akina Bosley (Shane Erekson), Sandy; Maryssa Penermon, Shelley, ID; James Moravec, Pocatello, ID; four great-grandchildren: Ayden Casity, Devin Casity, Grayson Penermon, and Devaya Casity; two brothers and two sisters: Rhonda Hill, Glenn (Linda) Bosley, Kevin (Charlotte) Bosley, and Karla Kendall; brothers-in-law Bill (Nancy) Kelley, Allan Kelley, Barry Kelley, Lionel (Tammy) Kelley, Clarence (VaDawn) Kelley, Shannon (Darlene) Mossman, Terry (Ann Watry) Mossman; sisters-in-law Shirley Tarbet, Leslie (Danny) Harger, Lanell (Shane) Kay; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by both parents; sister Faye Wingate; brothers-in-law Bob Wingate, Wes Hill, Bourke Tarbet III, Keith Kelley Sr; nephews Wayne Wingate, Bourke Tarbet IV, and Colton Tarbet; niece Cindy Reinhart; mothersin-law Iris Kelley and Cookie Kelley; fathers-in-law Cecil Mossman and Leon Kelley.
The family would like to thank all the medical help they received for Bill the past couple of weeks; especially Ability Hospice & Home Health.
Services will be held Saturday, November 2, 2024, at the LDS Stake Center in Grace, Idaho. There will be a viewing at 10:30AM and the funeral will follow at 12:00 noon. The burial will take place after the funeral in the Grace Cemetery.
Annette Shuler Weighall
May 30, 1954 – October 25, 2024
Annette Shuler Weighall left this world to be with her family in heaven on October 25, 2024. Annette was born on May 30, 1954, in Soda Springs Idaho. She was the youngest of four children who were lucky enough to be born to George and Nola Shuler.
Annette grew up in Soda Springs Idaho where she loved living next door to cousins and spending time with her family. She often talked about her horse Whitey and the other animals that came and went. During her school years she participated in Drill, Dance, and the 'Soda Pops' choir'. She graduated from Soda Springs school in 1972. The summer after High School Annette moved to Salt Lake City Utah to pursue her Certificate of Nursing in Salt Lake City Utah. After she received her nursing certificate, she moved to Pocatello Idaho where she worked as a nurse for Dr Romeo and then later for Dr Baker. She spent a good portion of her work career working for Porta Medic providing medical insurance exams for life insurance companies. She loved the flexibility this job provided and the opportunity it gave to meet so many people. Annette also enjoyed bragging about how she could draw from any vein!
On November 1, 1974, Annette married Steven Lee Weighall in Soda Springs Idaho. They moved to Pocatello Idaho where together they had 3 beautiful children: Brent, Stephanie, and Angela. She loved being a mom and enjoyed being heavily involved in their lives. If any of them had an activity or performance she was always there cheering them on. It didn’t matter what it was; BMX racing, soccer, baseball, dance recitals, school plays, or driving the kids to toilet paper their principal’s house; she was always there supporting her kids.
Annette was lucky enough to be blessed with eight amazing grandchildren and one great-granddaughter on this earth. Grandma Nett thought the world of her grandchildren and nothing made her happier than to spend time with them and be a part of their activities and accomplishments.
In 2009 Annette moved to Utah to be closer to her grandchildren and work at the University of Utah. This is where she spent the rest of her life splitting her time between her kids, grandkids, and spending time with her big sister.
Annette lived a long, full life that was full of love, laughter and family. She loved to cook for her family, spend
late nights talking with her siblings on the phone, find the perfect present for everyone, and of course be late to everything. She lovingly took great care of her parents in their final years and was a strong caring presence for them. It brings us comfort and peace to know she is back in their arms and free from any pain and worries.
We are incredibly saddened at the sudden loss of our mom, sister, aunt, friend, and grandma. She will forever be missed by all of us who loved her. Her laughter and smile will live on through her kids and grandkids.
Annette is survived by her three children Brent Weighall, Stephanie (Travis) Barlow, Angela (Charles) Ivester; her 8 grandchildren (Kylee (Cameron) Carbine, Braeden Barlow, Hali Salerno, Alexis Salerno, Madison Barlow, Colson Barlow, Noah Barlow, Emberly Barlow); her great-granddaughter, Stevie Carbine; her 3 siblings Karen Poppleton, Alan (Sue) Shuler, Kirk (Michele) Shuler She is preceded in death by her parents; George and Nola Shuler; two granddaughters Ashlynn Barlow, Everlee Barlow; Brother-in-law Don Poppleton; Nieces; Kami Thornley, Robyn Smith; great nieces Hailey Gambles, Heidi Gambles; numerous Aunts and Uncles and her beloved dog Ruptcy.
Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 PM on November 6, 2024 at 281 E Hooper Ave. Soda Springs, Idaho. A viewing will be held prior to the funeral from 10:00 - 11:30 am. Burial will then take place at the Soda Springs Idaho Cemetery.
SherrieLynn Diel Lovell
September 5, 1944 – October 23, 2024
SherrieLynn Diel Lovell, 80 years old, Soda Springs resident, passed on Wednesday October 23, 2024, she died peacefully in her home. SherrieLynn was born on September 5, 1944, in Cedar City, Utah, a daughter of William Diel and Dorothy Barton Diel. She was raised in Tooele and Stockton, Utah, and educated in Parowan, Utah. She married Glenn Walker Lovell on July 11, 1964. They made their home in Tooele, where they started a family. Glenn Walker Lovell passed away February 13, 2010. SherrieLynn worked at Caribou Memorial Hospital for 15 plus years prior to retiring. SherrieLynn was loved by many and will be missed.
SherrieLynn is survived by her 3 children: Tanya Lovell Delbridge of Grace, Idaho, Scott Glenn Lovell of Bancroft, Idaho, and Seve Joseph Lopez of Soda Springs, Idaho. 5 grandchildren, Hunter Scott
Delbridge, Angelina Royale Butler, Kaitlyn Jo Gneiting, Ashlyn Ann Delbridge, and Gabriel Lovell. A brother John (Paula) Diel of Wyoming, and Roger Diel of Tooele. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, and sister. There will be no funeral services held.
SherrieLynn Diel Lovell
William “Bill” Warren Bosley Sr
Annette Shuler Weighall
SPORTS
WHAT’S UP REC??
BY NIKKI HANSEN, SODA SPRINGS RECREATION DIRECTOR
The leaves are changing, and so is the recreation department!! As we have experimented with instructional changes during our fall sports, we have found fun returning to the fields and have loved hearing the shrieks and laughter echo throughout city park. We are so thankful for all of our incredible volunteers that made each of our fall sport offerings the best experience for our youth through positive encouragement and great fundamental coaching. Now, we have hit the “ber” months that will send our sports indoors and start into basketball - we reach the season that has been at the forefront of our change. We have been working to finalize all the details of our new change and are finally in a position to do so!
The City of Soda Springs Recreation Department is excited to announce a new partnership with the Soda Springs Youth Sports Foundation to facilitate the team sport programs for the youth. In a cooperative program, we are thrilled to be able to work together to provide the development and training that is needed for the youth to build for success throughout their sport playing days, and for life. We recognize that not all young athletes develop at the same pace and that skill acquisition comes at many different stages in life. Our goal is to make sure that our young athletes can continue to develop in their sport while having fun and ultimately developing a love for the game and the process of working toward personal goals.
We will begin this partnership for the upcoming 2024-2025 basketball season. As many are aware, we have taken steps to change our format for team sports and basketball will be the biggest change of them all. We will be holding a mandatory skills eval-
uation, or “tryout”, for each athlete registered through the city recreation program. These will be held for each grade level prior to the beginning of their season. Following the mandatory skills evaluation, athletes will be placed in groups that are appropriate for their skill and age level. With our partnership with the SSYSF, we will be able to facilitate both development programs and competitive opportunities outside of the area for our youth. Our primary goal is to provide a positive and fun learning environment that can help them learn and grow in accordance with USA Basketball’s development stages. As our youth advance in their skills, we will continue to form teams for them to compete and learn. This may include traveling outside of the area, but for many will include competing at home and growing in the game at their pace. Some of the greatest athletes to pass through Soda Springs High School were not superstars in 4th or 5th grade, and we want to make sure all of the youth have a place to develop at a pace they can be successful. We feel this is a win-win solution for the youth as they will be able to have fun while learning the game during the most critical development stages of body growth and motor skill refinement.
This new change also allows for us to expand the age range of program offerings for our youth. While traditionally we have only offered 3rd through 6th grade, we now will be able to extend our coverage to 7th grade and older in all sports. With the desire of the community to have a strong athletic program at the high school level, we feel these changes will be beneficial for all of our youth programs, not just basketball. Basketball registration is available now and is open to anyone that would like to participate. We will be updating the schedules on our website as we con-
Cross Country
43 and West Side at 45. The other two full teams were well behind the top three with Declo scoring 113 and Wendell 146. The Cardinals had three top ten finishers with great times. The Cardinal men finished as follows Landon Moldenhauer (5) 17:32, Kage Kirby (6) 17:45, Degan Stoor (10) 18:12, Dre Lloyd (14) 18:24, Austin Housley (17) 18:42, Jaxson Horsley (18) 18:53, Jonathan Beutler (19) 19:06, Noah Hansen (51) 24:32, and Gimhana Samasiri (54) 25:44. The Cardinal men did qualify for the state meet and will look to continue to improve this weekend.
Following the 3A races, the smaller schools had their chance to take on the course starting with the girls team. This was the smallest race of the day by number of athletes and schools. The two schools competing were Grace and Rockland. The two schools have developed a small rivalry in the running sports of cross country and track. This race featured just sixteen runners but had some impressive times. The Lady Grizzlies cruised to victory in this one, winning the team scoring 20 to Rocklands 36. The Coleman sisters
took the two top spots. The Lady Grizzlies finished as follows Cally Coleman (1) 19:57, Lily Coleman (2) 21:00, Lilly Gilbert (4) 21:47, Kallie Stoddard (6) 22:20, Breanna Heer (7) 23:36, and Hayden Ball (10) 24:04. The Lady Grizzlies are the district champs.
Like the 3A’s the small schools boys race was slightly larger than the girls race. Three schools competed in this race with Grace and Rockland battling for the top spot. This time Rockland would earn the victory edging out the Grizzlies. The team scoring was Rockland 25, Grace 32 and Sho-Ban 80. Of the twenty-five participants Grace had four runners make the top ten. The Grizzlies finished as follows Adrian Mejia (2) 17:05, Brock Johnson (3) 17:34, Colt Coleman (6) 18:17, Jonah Wilkerson (9) 19:02, Laexin VanGass (13) 20:19, Cutler Andersen (18) 22:16, and Scottie Heer (20) 23:07. The Grace men's team did qualify for state and will compete for a trophy this weekend.
All four of the local teams performed well at districts and will contend for state titles on Saturday at Eagle Island State Park. Good luck to all of the runners.
firm dates with coaches and gyms. We will continue to provide information for each sport season but are thrilled to start this new partnership for all sports and will publish further information about what is coming in 2025 by the first of the year.
Our changes are not done with this new partnership! We are super excited to announce our new Soda Outdoor Adventure Recreation (SOAR) program sponsored by the Recreation Department. Starting in the summer of 2025, we will have outdoor equipment available for rental, as well as providing educational classes for kayaking, paddleboarding, mountain biking, hiking, outdoor conservation education, and a new Outdoor Explorer Program for all ages in the
summer of 2025. We recognize that not everyone identifies as a team sport athlete, and we are ramping up our efforts to provide more community recreational and educational opportunities for all ages. We have some great volunteers but are always looking for more volunteers - so if you have an interest in teaching or leading outdoor recreation experiences, please contact us! While we know that everyone wants answers immediately, we ask for a little bit of patience as we work through the speedbumps of our changes! We will be updating our website as we have information and look forward to an exciting 2025!
Recreation director Nikki Hansen prepping for the recent Flag Football finals.
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Grace Junior Adrian Mejia Soda Springs Senior Lizzie Beutler
Soda Springs Senior Degan Stoor
Grace Senior Lilly Gilbert
The Cardinal men's cross country team takes off at the start of last weeks district championships.
The Lady Cardinals at the start of the district championship race.
Grace Junior Brock Johnson
Grizzlies Lose District Title; Look To Playoff Game
BY JODY REEVES
Last Friday the Grace Grizzlies traveled to Arco to take on their district rivals the Butte County Pirates. The two teams are the only teams in their district making this matchup the de facto district championship. The Pirates have been at the top of the state rankings for much of the season. They are the defending state champions and came into the contest with just one loss on their record. The Grizzlies have had an up and down year. They have bounced around the spectrum playing teams that are top tier teams as well as teams where they were heavy favorites. Entering Friday night's game the Grizzlies had three losses on their record with two of those losses to teams ranked as the number one team in their respective states Oregon and Utah. Being on the road against Idaho’s number one team Grace were deemed the underdogs in this game.
As the game got going Butte County was able to strike first on the game’s opening drive taking a 6-0 lead. The Grizzlies were unable to move the ball on their first drive and were forced to punt. The Grizzly defense stepped up on the second drive for the Pirates and held Butte County on fourth down, turning the ball over on downs. However once again Grace was unable to move the ball much and had to punt again. Just when it looked like the Grizzlies would escape go -
ing down two scores in the first the Pirates broke a run loose around the end and finished the first quarter leading 14-0.
The second quarter started with the Grizzlies finally able to move the ball down the field. Grace powered the ball all the way down to the five yard line but could not finish off the drive and turned the ball over on downs. The wind was taken right out of the Grizzlies' sails just a few plays later when the Pirates broke loose again and scored on a ninety-three yard touchdown run. The Grizzlies now trailed 20-0 with just under eight minutes left in the first half. On the ensuing drive Grace finally broke through the Pirate defense on a pass to Braden Kimball to cut the lead to 20-6. The Pirates turned right around and answered back however and the lead went to 28-6 with just one and a half minutes left in the half. The Grizzlies moved the ball quickly in their two minute offense trying to score before the halftime buzzer. Grace did get the ball to just inside the twenty five yard line when they threw an ill timed interception and the first half ended with Grace trailing 28-6.
Butte County opened up the second half with a successful onside kick that they quickly capitalized on breaking the backs of the Grizzlies and going up 34-6. The Grizzlies had to dig deep and not give up on the game. Grace took the following drive down the field to inside the five yard line once again.
This time the Grizzlies were able to punch the ball in with running back Trevor Mathews. Grace now trailed 34-14. That was the only positive Grace would get out of the quarter. On Butte's very next offensive play the Pirates scored on another long run from fifty-seven yards out and the lead was up to 42-14. Grace started the next drive with relatively good field position but a bad snap on third down set the Grizzlies up with a fourth and twenty that they failed to convert and turned the ball over on downs to finish the third quarter.
Butte started to work the clock in the fourth and drove down the field earning a first and goal for the second time in the game. Just like the first time the Grizzly defense fought hard on the short field forcing a fourth and goal but could not keep the Pirates out of the endzone on that fourth down. The game was now well in hand for Butte County leading 48-14 with just half a quarter left in the game. Grace, not wanting to lay down, went to a hur-
ry up offense that moved the ball very quickly down the field on two long passes. One to Cooper Andersen and one to Mathews. Derek Hill got in on the action catching a ball just outside of the endzone creating a first and goal for Grace. Gavin Draper got his second touchdown pass of the game connecting with Andersen. That brought the score to 48-22. The Grizzlies did follow the score with a successful onside kick but were unable to use it to their advantage and turned the ball over on downs once again. The Pirates took over and ran the clock out winning the district title over the Grizzlies 48-22. With the loss the Grizzlies miss out on a bye during the opening round of the playoffs. Due to the maxpreps rankings Grace will enter the playoffs as the eighth place team though I would put them closer to the fifth or sixth. This means they will have to take a long road trip to Cottonwood to play the Prairie Pirates Friday night at 6 p.m. Pacific time.
Lady Cardinals Season Ends In See Saw Battle
BY JODY REEVES
Last week the Soda Springs Cardinals traveled to Malad to compete in the district tournament. In that round of the tournament the Cardinals were set to face off against the Declo Hornets. The two teams split the regular season matches each winning on their home court. In the match up in Declo the Cardinals fell in an incredible five set battle. When the teams met in Soda Springs the Cardinals won in just three sets. Each team had already suffered a loss in the district tournament so Thursday’s match was a win or go home situation for both. The first set started with the Lady Cardinals showing lots of energy. Soda Springs quickly took command of the set and jumped out to a 12-3
lead forcing a Hornet timeout. Out of the timout the Cardinals continued to hold a substantial lead but hit a bit of a wall when they reached the score of 19-8. Declo went on a small run scoring five straight points and Soda decided to call a timeout of their own to settle things down and regain some composure. The Cardinals did finally close out set one with a victory of 2516 but seemed to have lost some of their early swagger.
In the second set the Lady Cards seemed to get back on track a little once again taking an early lead and forcing a Declo timeout. With Soda Springs leading 9-3 coming out of the timeout Declo played with more urgency and the lead quickly got cut to just a single point at 10-9. This would cause a Cardinal timeout. The next
several points went back and forth with several ties. Eventually Declo gained a one point advantage at 16-17 and the Cardinals would not be able to get any closer through the remainder of the set losing set two 18-25.
In the third set the two teams seemed as evenly matched as they ever had been with several lead changes and ties through the first half of the set. Unfortunately, the Hornets would gain just enough of an advantage at that point to build the lead to 16-22. The Cardinals made a valiant effort at the end to try to get back into the game but eventually dropped set three 20-25.
The Cardinals now faced elimination in the fourth set. The determined Cardinal girls came out into the fourth set with a flurry of scoring
and dominated the entire set. Their largest lead of the set came on the set point where the Cardinals won with an impressive 25-10 score. This took us to the fifth and final set of the match. The Cardinals were quickly brought down off of their high of winning the last set, soon finding themselves trailing 0-4. Soda Springs was not able to regain its footing after that and was never able to overcome that four point deficit eventually losing 10-15 and getting eliminated from the tournament.
Despite the early end to the season the Lady Cardinals had a terrific season with a handful of thrilling matches. They lose three seniors to graduation but should retain a solid core of girls to come back next season and contend for a district title.
The Grizzly offense went nose to nose with the Pirate defense during the district title game.
Quarterback Gavin Draper looks over the Pirate defense prior to the snap of the ball.
The Grace offense huddles up to get the play call in last Friday's game.
The Grizzly defense waits for the Pirates to come to the line in front of a hostile crowd.
Cardinals End The Season At Aberdeen
BY JODY REEVES
As the Cardinals rolled into Aberdeen last Friday they had very little on the line in terms of their football futures this season. Soda Springs had already been eliminated from any playoff potential long before this game and were coming off of a heartbreaking homecoming loss in their most competitive game of the season. Now they faced the Tigers who were on the opposite side of the spectrum having already clinched a playoff berth as one of the top ranked teams in the state. To put it bluntly nobody was expecting the Cardinals to put up much of a fight in this game. However with nothing to lose the Cardinals showed up and put forth a valiant effort in this game.
Soda Springs won the coin toss and elected to defer to the second half. The Tigers took their opening drive down the field at a fairly rapid pace and put the first touchdown on the board with a little over nine minutes still remaining in the first quarter. Following a Soda Springs punt the Tigers were on the move once again. This time the Cardinals defense would stiffen in the red zone forcing Aberdeen to settle for a field goal. The first quarter would finish with the Tigers leading 10-0 over the Cardinals.
The Soda Springs offense once again struggled to move the ball and would have to punt once again. The Cardinal defense continued to battle and made some good plays but on a big fourth down attempt for Aberdeen the Cards gave up a big play. The Ti-
gers took advantage of the mistake by the Cardinals and extended the lead to 18-0 with still over ten minutes left in the first half. Following that score Aberdeen caught everyone off guard when they successfully performed an onside kick giving them a short field to score on which they quickly did now leading 25-0.
The Cardinals finally began to move the ball on the ensuing possession. The drive's notable play was a long pass to Dunford for a sizable gain for the Cards. Unfortunately this drive fizzled out at the thirty yard line where Soda turned the ball over on downs. Another defensive breakdown followed and the Tigers scored on a long run play to close out the
first half 32-0.
The Cardinals seemed to have some renewed energy as the second half kicked off. The offense got things rolling with another big pass play this time to Peterson. The Cardinals were mixing in some wildcat formations with Cole Garbett and Ryder Bendtsen getting some direct snaps from center. Once again the Cardinals would fail to take advantage of the good drive when inside of the twenty yard line they threw an interception turning the ball over.
The Cardinal defense answered back, holding the Tigers and forcing a punt.
The rest of the game would pass quickly with a running clock. The Cardinals put together one more good
Cowboys Have Shootout With Bulldogs
BY JODY REEVES
North Gem made a familiar road trip to district rival Rockland last Friday for a shot at the district title. With the Cowboys facing a three way tie for the district championship they would not only need to win but would need to win by twenty-one points to win the tiebreaker. As the game progressed it became very competitive and kept its viewers on the edge of their seats.
The game started with the Cowboys kicking off to the Bulldogs. The Bulldogs moved quickly down the field and put the points on the board taking the early lead 8-0. The Cowboys were not intimidated by the quick score by any means. North Gem took the ensuing possession and immediately went to their bread and butter of running the ball. The Cowboys took their opening drive and matched the Bulldogs with a score of their own by way of a Yost run. Rockland, with their different style of offense of spreading out and throwing the ball, scored on their next possession on a quarterback draw and the first quarter came to an end with the Bulldogs leading 14-8.
North Gem grabbed some momentum early in the second quarter continuing with their power run game and took the lead with a Hatch run up the middle. The Cowboys with a 16-14 lead were the first team to make a defensive stand on the following drive. The Cowboys held the Bulldogs on a fourth down attempt forcing a turnover on downs near midfield. The Cowboys took advantage of the short field and extended their lead on another Hatch run to 22-14. It appeared as if the Cowboys were in control of the game at this point with only four and a half minutes left in the first half. Unfortunately the wheels would fall off for the rest of the first half. The Bulldogs grabbed the momentum back taking less than a minute to score on their drive and closing the gap to 22-20. The Cowboy defense continued to apply good pressure to the quarterback but were never quite able to get there. Following the Bulldog score Rockland executed a successful onside kick. Again the Cowboy defense kept the pressure on but just had the Bulldog quarterback slip through their fingers. Rockland was able to add another score and regain the lead 26-22 with just thirty-seven seconds left in the first hand.
defense.
The hits were not over for the Cowboys in the first half. On their first play after the kickoff the Cowboys threw an interception and the Bulldogs added one more score in the closing seconds of the half taking a 32-22 lead into the locker room.
The second half started off with a bang for the Cowboys when running back Yost took the ball sixty-five yards for a score closing the gap to 3230. Rockland was able to answer back in fairly quick fashion and the lead went back to 38-30 in favor of the Bulldogs. The Cowboys faced some more adversity on the next drive when the Bulldogs stripped the ball from the runner causing a turnover. The Bulldogs slowed down their offense on this drive and eventually added another score stretching the lead to 44-30 to close out the third quarter.
The Cowboys scored early in the fourth quarter to cut the lead to a one score game but temporarily lost one of its key players, Haydn Frandsen on the play. With Frandsen out of the game the younger
drive including another big pass to Cole Garbett. This drive eventually got to the five yard line with Soda facing a fourth and goal. The Cardinals would only get halfway there and turn the ball over on downs and the game would end with the score still sitting at 32-0. The Cardinals finish the season with an 0-8 record with seven of their eight opponents making it to postseason play. There is no question that this year's football season has been a struggle for player’s, coaches, and fans of the Soda Springs Cardinals. There is just no avoiding harboring some feelings of frustration when your team has a down year and finishes the season without a single notch in the win column. However Soda Springs fans are fiercely loyal and will no doubt back their team again next season. A fresh crop of players will join with those returning as they seek to end the long drought that the Cardinals are currently in. Those returning will have valuable experience to bring to the table while the new freshman will be coming off of an undefeated eighth grade season. As for the Seniors that stuck it out through the long winless season they too have gained some valuable experience that they can carry with them into the next stage of life in addition to earning a lot of respect for not throwing in the towel when the chips were down. Wins and losses on a scoreboard don’t always measure the success of an individual. To all of the young men that stuck it out through all of the difficulties I say job well done.
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Welker stepped into the game with him and the rest of the Cowboy defense fighting hard to slow down the Rockland offense. However the Bulldogs were able to punch in another score extending the lead to 52-38 with time starting to get short for the Cowboys. Showing some real grit Frandsen reentered the game and helped the Cowboys drive down the field to answer the Bulldog score with one of their own. Now trailing 52-44 with just under three minutes left in the game the Cowboys made the decision to attempt an onside kick. The kick popped up in the air just how you would want it but that was the limit to the execution of the attempt. The Bulldogs plucked the kick out of the air and slipped past the Cowboy kick team for a fifty yard touchdown driving a dagger to the hearts of the Cowboy faithful. A last ditch hail mary pass was intercepted and the Cowboys lost the shootout 60-44. Despite the loss the Cowboys season will continue as they have qualified for the playoffs. Their opponent will be the Tri-Valley Titans.
Lady Cowboys Fall In District Tournament
BY JODY REEVES
The Lady Cowboys started their postseason play with a big win at home against Sho-Ban. That win earned them a date with the number two seeded Mackay Miners. That game was a tough one for the Cowboys and they ultimately lost sending them to the losers side of the bracket. In that side of the bracket the Lady
Cowboys earned some redemption when they met up with the Watersprings Warriors. The Cowboys lost the lone match against the Warriors in the regular season but avenged that loss in the district tournament eliminating Watersprings and advancing to face the Leadore Mustangs. Leadore entered the tournament as the number four seed and had swept the Cowboys in both meetings with them during
the regular season. The Cowboys had hoped that things would be different this time around and that they would be able to keep their state tournament dreams alive. It wasn't meant to be though as the tough Mustang team got the better of the Cowboys for the third time this season. The loss meant the Lady Cowboys season was over. All but one team had to end their season with a loss and this was
the Cowboys turn to lose. The good news for the Cowboys is that they do not have any seniors on the team, meaning that next season's team should be able to start at a much higher level of play. This group of girls will get to start next season off with a little more experience and wisdom. They may be done for this year but the future is bright for this Cowboy volleyball squad.
The Cardinals finished up a tough season but stayed united to the end.
Craig Yost on his way to the goal after breaking through the
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powered offense in the matchup. Craig Yost and Lukky Welker.
