Lamona and Ralph Bennett named the Grand Marshals of this
year’s 4th of July Parade
Musical is one word that has been used to describe the Bennetts, and it’s no surprise. Over the last four decades, the couple has been heavily involved in Malad’s music scene from the ground up. In addition to their decades of work with the school district, the Bennetts have also taught thousands of private lessons, played at countless church services, led the Community Chorus, and been instrumental, if you’ll pardon the pun, in the growth and development of generations of local aspiring musicians. The City Council recognized their contributions to the community by naming them the Grand Marshals of this year’s Fourth of July parade.
Lamona was born in Logan, but raised in Michigan and New York. With a great grandparent from Malad (a Jones, of course), she eventually looked westward and went to Utah State to go to school. She met Ralph in the band where they both played the French horn.
“Yeah, she played French horn three chairs above me in the band. And then when we got married our teacher put her on first and me on last—I got told right up front,” Ralph says as the couple laughs.
The French horn is famously hard to play, but the fact that both of them pursued it speaks to their tenacity. They had been married for a year when the school in Malad called USU and asked if there was anyone close to getting their de -
gree because the music teacher in Malad had left six weeks into the school year. Ralph had just started his senior year, so he took the interview for the position.
“I said I’d give them a couple years, but that was…fifty years ago?”
Ralph himself grew up in Tremonton area, and had a naturally competitive take on Malad. Beyond that, the couple had a lot going on at the time they first moved to town.
“It was a rough first year, because he was trying to finish his degree and teach. And we had a little baby at the time,” Lamona says. Nonetheless, as time moved on and the two became part of the town, their feelings toward it changed. Eventually, the Bennetts ended up with twelve children, all of whom were raised in Malad and graduated from Malad High School.
One thing the Bennetts are known for in Malad is their commitment to bringing music to the valley, and that started at home. In the Bennet house “there was no choice—you were in band, you were in choir, you were in swing choir, you were in pep band. Even if you were in sports, you were in something musical, that was life,” Ralph says.
Of the Bennett’s twelve children, none of them has followed in the music teacher path, but there are a number of teachers, three police of -
Fay and Steve Cottle are this year’s Honored Pioneers
Although Fay initially remembers responding to her selection as one of this year’s Honored Pioneers for the 4th of July parade with the thought “well wait a minute, that’s for old people,” she and her husband Steve have graciously decided to accept the award any way, despite their tender years. Someone, after all, has to set an example for the other young folks who may follow along in their trail.
Beyond being active and vital members of the community at large, the Cottles have also been deeply involved in the preservation of the Malad Valley’s history in a variety of ways, from working to establish the Pioneer Museum in its current form, to initiating an accurate map of the Malad City Cemetery and its graves. This year’s pioneers are truly part of making Oneida County what it is today and preserving what it has been over time.
“Well, I was born and raised here in the county—I was born in Holbrook. Steve was raised in Cache Valley, although he was born in Stone,” Fay says. Steve nods. “The old home is still standing, though it isn’t used for a home any more. It was a nice home in its day. My dad always had a nice garden. We had a good well, and
travelers going by would always stop to get a good drink form our well.”
As would have been the case in a small area, their fathers knew each other before the two were born. Fay comes from a family with eleven kids. She is the eleventh. “I always tell people that’s why I don’t have an “E” on the end of my name— my parents ran out of letters.”
ficers, two nurses, and a “full gamut” of other roles. Teddy has recently moved back to town to teach at the middle school.
Ralph retired as the band and choir (“and guitar and driver’s ed and whatever else they needed”) teacher in Malad in 2016 after 43 years at the schools. Lamona was his aid for the last fifteen years of his tenure.
Lamona’s name comes from her father, who named her after King Lamoni in the Book of Mormon. He ran a church welfare farm in Michigan before receiving a job offer at Cornell University at a research farm which took the family to Trumansburg, north of Ithaca, where she graduated high school. The town was around the same size as Malad, and about 60 miles from Palmyra where her family participated in the Hill Cumorah pageant for many years.
Traditions have always been important to both of them, and Malad has given them its share.
“For forty-three years, Ralph and I were IN the parade with the band on the float. And of course, a lot
Steve is seventh out of eight kids. “Our being the end of big families meant that we had lots of nieces and nephews. In fact, when we got married, it just so happened that both Fay and I had 40 nieces and nephews each.”
“I used to try and keep track of all the babies but it finally just got overwhelming,” Fay says.
Steve tells a story about a time he was writing out a check for gas in Hyde Park over in Logan. As he handed the check over to the cashier, he asked whether they would like to see some ID. The cashier said, “No, I think you’re okay, Uncle Steve.”
The couple lives right on Bannock Street in the home Fay grew up in.
The home was purchased in 1940 by Fay’s parents, and it was built in 1920. The two of them live in the house and its seven bedrooms. “We’re comfortable there, us and our dog,” Fay says. Lacy spends her days looking out the window at the town going about its day from the nice, central location in the middle of town.
Steve graduated from North Cache High, and Fay graduated from Malad High School. At that time, she went through from kindergarten to graduation with mostly the same group
PIONEERS On Page 11
NEWS IN BRIEF
First Presidential debate on Thursday
The first of two officially scheduled presidential debates for the 2024 election is scheduled to take place on Thursday, June 27 at 7:00 p.m. local time. The debate is being broadcast on the range of networks owned by CNN (CNN, CNN International, CNN en Espanol, and Max), but will be viewable on CNN.com for anyone without a cable TV subscription. The event is likely to draw a large viewership despite the relative low level of enthusiasm polls have found for the candidates during this election cycle so far. Viewers are predicted to be drawn to the debate to evaluate the mental acuity and temperament of the candidates, which have been the major attack issues on both sides of the aisle, with the Trump campaign long casting Biden as mentally declining, and many recent spokespeople on the Biden side returning the favor after increased recent appearances by former president Trump. The debate will feature a change from last time, which is that candidate mics will be muted during the other person’s time. A second debate will be held in September.
Gas prices decline, but for how long?
For Idaho drivers, it’s been another week of savings at the pump, but prices may change direction soon. According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State is $3.55, which is three cents less than a week ago, 23 cents less than a month ago, and 43 cents less than a year ago. Meanwhile, the national average held steady at $3.45 per gallon this week, which is 16 cents less than a month ago and 13 cents less than a year ago. Idaho remains in 12th place in the nation for most expensive fuel –another week out of the top ten. According to the Energy Information Administration, refineries are currently operating at 93.5% of capacity nationwide, a 1.5% decrease from the previous week. However, storm-related issues at a refinery in Corpus Christi and a heat-related problem at a refinery in Wood River, Illinois may represent the first disruptions in the recent trend if production problems continue.
Senior Games registration underway
The Portneuf Medical Center is now taking registrations for the Southeast Idaho Senior Games, which are scheduled for July 12-20 at a number of locations in and around Pocatello. Participants must be at least 50 years old by the end of 2024, and can register online at seidahoseniorgames.org or at 214 E Suite 30 in Pocatello. Events include a wide range of activities for all physical levels: archery, basketball, billiards, bocce ball, bowling, Wii bowling, golf, horeseshoes, mahjong, Mexican train, miniature golf, pinochle, pickleball, trap shooting, table tennis, swimming, shuffleboard, chair volleyball, cornhole, cycling, dance, darts, disc golf, five crowns, and more. Come compete and meet new people interested in staying fit and testing their skills against others!
Fay and Steve Cottle are this year’s honored pioneers.
Ralph and Lamona Bennett are this year’s Grand Marshals.
GRAND MARSHALS On Page 10
Welsh Festival Preview
Everyone is invited to the 18th Malad Valley Welsh Festival. There will be something for everyone –whether or not you are Welsh!
Interested in pioneer history? The pedigree charts and census lists on display in the 2nd Ward cultural hall will provide information on some of the first families who settled Malad Valley. Heritage games, sponsored by the Malad Middle School MathCounts Team, will have kids of all ages playing the games pioneer children played as they crossed the Plains. The Malad Valley Heritage Square in Samaria will offer glimpses of pioneer life with authentic cabins built by the pioneers.
Wondering about Malad history?
The popular wagon rides will take visitors along the cutoff of the Oregon Trail that became Bannock Street and along the Gold Road to Montana that became Main Street while guides tell about the historic homes and businesses along the routes. Signs identifying homes and businesses from the 1910 Malad Village plat map will be placed by the MHS Academic Team. The historic Presbyterian Church will provide tours during the Festival.
Like poetry? The youth poets will read/recite their poems on Friday afternoon with the winners in each grade category being “crowned.” The adult poet reading on Saturday will culminate in the “chairing” of the 2024 Malad Valley Welsh Festival Bard and the awarding of the Patsy Price Scott Poetry Prize. With the theme of “DRAGONS” this year, over 300 poems were submitted, and the best of the best will be heard at
the Festival.
How about music? Musicians will perform on the outdoor amphitheater throughout the Festival. In addition, the Friday evening concert will feature a harp trio, Bards and Nobles performing group, and Lee Ivie on western string instruments. Twenty talented youth musicians will perform at the youth concert, and a dozen piano ensembles will show off the keyboard abilities of adult pianists.
The Malad Valley Men’s Welsh Chorus will perform at several events during the Festival.
Will there be art? Over 100 winning works of art by Malad Elementary School students will be on display throughout the Festival. Using Welsh symbols like castle, knights, and daffodils, the students created beautiful and unusual works of art.
Want to travel to Wales? Presenters Blaine and Tara Scott and Luke Waldron will tell about their recent trips to Wales, especially about the delicious foods available in Wales as well as the scenery, castles, churches, and people. Welsh foods will be available at the “Taste of Wales” booth, sponsored by the MHS FCCLA and Samaria’s Heritage Square Committee.
The “Walk through Wales” exhibit will transport visitors to the sites and sights of Wales with castles, cathedrals, and beautiful scenery.
Want to learn to speak some Welsh? New this year will be Welsh language classes on both days. Taught by Jonathan Shaw of Cache Valley, the classes will help visitors learn some basics of the difficult Welsh language. Find out how to pronounce those
double “Ls.”
Enjoy beautiful quilts? The Oneida Quilters will hold their annual quilt show and bake sale at the Malad Co-op during the Festival. Quilts of all colors, designs, and sizes will be on display.
What about kids” activities? Coloring castles, capturing dragons, and many games and activities are being planned by the Oneida School District After-School Program. Face painting will be done by the MHS Dragonettes. A dunk tank sponsored by the MHS Wrestling Team will cool off kids of all ages. The Heritage Games will show kids how pioneer children had fun along the trails to the West. A scavenger hunt will be at Samaria’s Heritage Square with prizes for those who find hidden gems. Is there anything for runners? The Dragon Half- and Quarter- Marathon will begin at 6:00 a.m. on Saturday at Devil Creek Reservoir and end at Malad City Park. The race is sponsored as a fund raiser for the MHS Cross Country Team.
Hungry? Lots of food booths and trucks will have a variety of delicious fare, including corn dogs, burgers, fries, fish, drinks, and treats of all kinds. The “Taste of Wales” booth will feature authentic Welsh foods.
Like to shop? Over 20 vendors will be selling their wares at the Festival. Visitors are sure to find novel gifts for themselves and others at the craft booths. The Festival’s Country Store will have souvenir shirts and caps, family history books, home decorations, and all kinds of Welsh items. What is new this year? A model of the USS Idaho, the U.S. Navy’s
newest nuclear submarine, will be displayed on Friday. This will be the only time this model will be shown in Malad so everyone will want to visit the model.
Will there be a Sunday program? A Fireside will be on Sunday, June 30, at 5:00 at the 2nd Ward Church. Bob Crowther will talk about the role of the Bible in preserving Welsh language and culture.
The 18th Malad Valley Welsh Festival will begin at 9:15 on Friday and Saturday with the Opening Ceremony, featuring past Bards in a procession led by the Knight of the Festival. Visitors will be welcomed to Malad Valley by the Malad Men’s Welsh Chorus, and Lucie Thomas Washburn will present about this year’s theme – “Dragons.”
The Welsh Festival is an all-community event that benefits many school groups, businesses, and families. Last year over 2000 people from 15 states attended the Festival. Organizers are hoping for good weather again this year.
The Festival depends on the generous donations of local businesses and individuals, including Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital and Hess Pumice Products. Some events are partially funded by grants from the Idaho Commission on the Arts, the Idaho Humanities Council, the Bistline Foundation, and the Idaho Blue Cross Foundation. Just follow the Welsh and American flags to Malad City Park for an entertaining weekend with something for everyone. For more information and the schedule, see www.welshfestival. com.
Welsh Festival Fireside to discuss Welsh edition of the Bible
A Sunday evening Fireside will conclude the 18th Malad Valley Welsh Festival. The Fireside will be on Sunday, June 30, at 5:00 at the 2nd Ward Church (next to Malad City Park). Bob Crowther will be the presenter on the topic “The Role of the Bible in Preserving the Welsh Language.”
The Bible was first published in Welsh in the 1500s and became part of every home as it was the only
book widely available at that time. Children learned to read, using the family Bible, and families read from the only book in most homes.
After centuries of historic battles, the English finally defeated the stubborn Welsh in the late 1400s. A major part of conquering Wales was the banning of the Welsh language, which the English thought would lead to the end of Wales as a distinct culture and nation. Bob Crowther
will describe how the Welsh kept their language, culture, and traditions alive through the use of the Welsh Bible. After several decades of English being the only legal language in Wales, Welsh is once again taught in the schools of Wales.
Two very large decorative Welsh Bibles will be on display at the Fireside. One was presented to the Oneida County Library by Lucile Harrison on behalf of the Malad
Presbyterian Church. The other was given to the Malad Valley Welsh Festival by the Garden City Idaho Historical Society.
A harp soloist will provide special musical numbers for the Fireside as the harp is the traditional instrument of Wales. Refreshments will be provided by the Malad Stake Relief Society.
This Welsh edition of the bible is in possession of the Oneida County Library and will be displayed at the Welsh Festival.
Wagon rides of historic sites in Malad will be given to ring in the Welsh Festival, starting in the parking lot.
Displays will be located inside the church building next to City Park.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT, JULY 3:
5:00 p.m. – Lineup for Kid’s parade on 100 North by the Malad Drive-in. All youngsters welcome. Decorate your bikes, tricycles, wagons, small cars – whatever you have! (Vickie Ingram and Samantha Willson)
5:30 p.m. – Kid’s Parade begins through North Main business district turn west on Bannock Street to Four Points, then turn south and end at the library.
6:00 to 6:45 p.m. - Enjoy the music of Rush’n Joe (Sponsored by Malad City)
6:45 p.m. – Flag ceremony and announcement of Volunteer of the Year
7:00 p.m. Malad’s Got Talent preliminaries – Open to all talents. Come and show us what you’ve got! (Sponsored by Malad City) Must register with Candy Broadus 208-406-4232 or Trissa Nesbitt 208-705-8032 by Friday, June 30
THURSDAY, JULY 4
6:00 a.m. – Cannonade, Malad Fire Department
6:00 a.m. - Fun Run sponsored by Malad’s Distinguished Young Woman Allen Drug Parking lot (Laura DeJong); all races check in at 6:00 a.m.; all races begin at 6:30 a.m.
6:30 to 9:00 a.m. – Oneida Search & Rescue pancake breakfast at Malad City Park
8:45 a.m. – Parade - (Hailee Hanks) – floats lineup on 300 West PLEASE, do not have water features that squirt into the crowd!
9:30 a.m. - Dignitaries/Legion lineup on 200 West
10:00 a.m. – Parade Starts at 400 N. 200 W., follows traditional route. Stops at the Veterans Memorial on Main Street for National Anthem and Taps, Follows Bannock Street to 300 West, then North to 400 N. 300 W.
12:00 Noon – Western stage play at Malad City Park (Malad Theater Guild)
12:00 – 6:00 p.m. – Hatchet Throwing, free activity (Idaho Enterprise)
1:00 p.m. – Kid’s Races (Malad City)
1:00 to 5:00 p.m. - Dunk Tank and Slip ‘n Slide hockey (Jr. Wrestling) Army Truck Rides around Town (Nimer’s Repair)
1:30 p.m. – Tug of War (Malad Elementary PTO)
2:00 p.m. – Malad Theater Guild melodrama “The Great Ice Cream Scheme or Robin Baskins to the Rescue!”
2:00 p.m. til balloons last – Water Balloon fight Malad City Park (Bamma Wammas and Swa les & Cream)
3:30 p.m. – Softball Game (Malad Drive In)
6:00 p.m. – Malad’s Got Talent Finals
7:30 p.m. – Band – “Code Blue Revival” (Malad City and the Malad Area Chamber of Commerce)
10:00 p.m. – Fireworks at Fairgrounds (Malad City Fire Department, Oneida County and Malad City) Music, food and vendors will be set up all afternoon at Malad City Park
FRIDAY, JULY 5
7:00 p.m. - Malad Theater Guild melodrama “The Great Ice Cream Scheme or Robin Baskins to the Rescue!”
8:30 p.m. – Street Dance in front of Malad City Hall with Rough Stock (sponsored by Malad City) and Watermelon Bust (sponsored by Thomas Market)
**all times approximate
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR
Dear Editor,
I’m new to this beautiful little city of Malad. I enjoy the quiet country feel and the friendliness of everyone I meet. I hope to live here for a long time. That being said, I couldn’t help but notice an incident that seems to have drawn a lot of quiet attention. Before speaking out I did a little research so hopefully I have my facts right. It appears that the city council has quietly given the city a centerpiece monument, an outhouse. Hardly anyone knew about it, there was no fanfare for the unveiling of their momentous representation of our community. In fact, it wasn’t even reported in your paper. One would think if they were
proud of their donation to the city that there would be media coverage, but it appears that these people are just as embarrassed about what they’ve done as the citizens that I’ve talked with in this community that they want to keep this quiet. I can’t imagine what a laughing stock we would become if this got out to Stephen Colbert or Jimmy Fallon. I believe we all think of our city with more respect than to have as the center of attention an outhouse. Isn’t there a more appropriate place for this rebuilt outhouse instead of being the centerpiece of Malad?
Respectfully, Mike Brignone
EDITOR’S NOTE
When I received Mike’s letter to the editor, I had to sit down and look through the paper, as I was positive that we had run the story in last week’s issue. However, as I looked through my files, it all came flooding back to me—despite the pressure, we had to hold the story until we reached a suitable place to let it out.
I am relieved to say that we have finally reached that point, and we can hold it no longer. I am now going to refrain from any further comments in order to not make a bigger mess than I already have.
Brandon Hall
tanker
Last spring Abbie Cox’s uncle Aaron Maughan found out about an art competition sponsored by the Fish and Wildlife Service. He encouraged her to enter the competition. The Lower Snake River Compensation Plan annually releases 20 million salmon and steelhead smolts into the Lower Snake River for salmon for the future. Many of these young fish are transported in large semi-truck transportation tanks. The time had come to update the logos of these trucks and they asked youth from Kindergarten through 12th grade to send in art -
work. Youth were to portray a steelhead or Pacific salmon using ink, paint, pastel, pencil or crayon. The deadline to turn in art was March 1st. They were to be judged in four categories based on grade level: K-3, 4-6, 7-9 and 10-12. Abbie, a freshman at Malad High School, sent in her water color steelhead picture not expecting to hear anything back. But, she was very curious when a large envelope came in the mail addressed to her on June 24th. Inside was a letter congratulating her on her 3rd place win in the 7-9th grade category! They also returned her original artwork with a ribbon. Her artwork will be featured on one of the fish tanker semi trucks that releases salmon around Idaho, Washington, and Oregon. These trucks haul up to 100,000 smolts per trip. Her artwork was on display at the Annual Lower Snake River Compensation Meeting in Boise, Idaho May 7-8th. The artwork will also be used for outreach materials in the future for the program. Congratulations Abbie!
Restored Outhouse placed downtown; not for use
Under the direction of the Malad City Council, Mayor Joan Hawkins, the Malad City Crew, and members of the Oneida Pioneer Museum Board, the J.N. Ireland family outhouse was installed next to the Malad Co-op on Thursday, June 13, in what will become a park and parking lot in downtown Malad. Facing Bannock Street, the outhouse is across from the Oneida Pioneer Museum and the Ireland Bank.
Joseph Nathaniel Ireland, one of the founders of J.N. Ireland Bank (now Ireland Bank) built one of the largest homes in Malad in the 1890s. The mansion was on Depot Road and was a landmark in that area of town.
Prior to indoor plumbing, outhouses were behind every home. Most outhouses were built with rustic wood covering only the outside walls. This deluxe “two-seater” featured pine tongue-and-groove
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planks inside and out. After the Irelands left Malad, wood from their home was used for other structures.
The Moss family preserved the remnants of the outhouse until they donated it to the Museum for restoration and relocation. The outhouse was restored by Bill Lewis with assistance from Luke Waldron. The Ireland family brand can be seen on the outhouse.
The outhouse is preserved as a landmark and is not usable, of
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course. The building is staked down to the ground, and the seats cannot be raised. A plaque prepared by the Historical Marker Committee of the Oneida Pioneer Museum has been attached to the outhouse, telling of its historical significance. City officials and the Museum Board recognize the importance of the outhouse as a symbol of pioneer life in Malad Valley and hope that people will treat this unusal building as an historic site.
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The outhouse was restored to its former glory by Bill Lewis, with assistance from Luke Waldron. It was donated to the museum by the Moss family.
A new historical sign was placed on the outside of the outhouse to commemorate its installation.
The original (?) brand at the top of the outhouse.
Abbie Cox, with her winning artwork. Her steelhead will be featured on one of the fish tankers used in Idaho to release salmon.
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Curlew Senior Citizens’ Menu
Every Meal Served with Juice/Milk/Coffee
July 2 - Birthday Dinner, Roast, Cheesy Potatoes, Green Beans, Sliced Apples, WG Roll, Dessert
July 4 - CLOSED
July 9 - Hamburger Casserole, Green Beans, Fruit Cocktail, WG Roll, Dessert
July 11 - Potato Bar, Ham/Bacon, Pears, Roll, Dessert
July 16 - Chicken, Corn, Oranges, WG Roll, Dessert
July 18 - Sweet and Sour Chicken, Fried Rice, Oranges, Breadstick, Dessert
July 23 - Deli Sandwich, Chips, Mixed Fruit, Roll, Dessert
July 25 - Loaded Fries, Peaches, Roll, Dessert
July 30 - Fried Chicken, Rice, Watermelon, WG Roll, Dessert
National Hot Dog month is in July! Hot dogs offer anywhere from 9-15 grams of protein (depending on the brand). They can be prepared via grilling, boiling, or steaming. This affordable summer staple can be very versatile in the kitchen, used for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They can be dressed up to offer us a variety of nutrients, let’s get creative!
• Menu item ideas:
• Diced with scrambled eggs, onion, & tomato
• Wrapped in a tortilla served with salsa
• Served over bean or meat chili, cheese, & onion
• Possible hot dog toppings:
• Finely diced red onion, tomato, peppers, and relish
• Crumbled bacon and shredded cheese
• Mayonnaise, teriyaki sauce, sesame seeds, and shredded seaweed
• *There are now vegetarian options also, plant based dogs
Seasonal foods in July
◦ Mangos
◦ Avocados Blueberries Cucumbers
◦ Tomatoes (early harvest)
Potato or Macaroni Salad
◦ 2 cups cooked pasta of choice OR boiled potatoes, diced
◦ 1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
◦ 2 hard boiled eggs, peeled and diced
◦ 1/3 cup celery, diced
◦ 1/3 cup black olives, diced 1/3 cup green onion, finely sliced
◦ 1/3 cup pickle, diced
◦ 2 tbsp dried dill
◦ 2 tbsp mustard
In a large bowl add in all listed ingredients, stir well. Garnish with paprika. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours so flavors can settle. Garnish with paprika, enjoy as a side or main dish!
Malad Menu
Every Meal Served with Juice/Milk/Coffee
June 28 - Taco Salad, Fresh Fruit, Dessert
July 3 - Lasagne, Peas, Mandarin Oranges, Breadsticks, Dessert
July 5 - Chicken Salad Sandwiches, Carrot and Raisin Salad, Fresh Fruit, Dessert
July 10 - Birthday Dinner, Pork Chops, Stuffing, Green Beans, Dessert
July 12 - Spaghetti w/Meat Sauce,
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By Gramma Dot
“You can tell a Welshman when you meet one, but you can’t tell him much,” so said Boyd Thomas, a Welshman himself. Another of his favorite Welshisms was: “If you have two Scotchmen, you have a bank. If you have two Irishmen, you have a pub. And, if you have two Welshmen, you have a choir.” This Friday and Saturday at the City Park and in the adjacent church, choirs, poets, venders and such will be gathering to celebrate our Welsh Heritage. Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend. You don’t even have to be Welsh to enjoy what will be happening.
Fay Sweeten Cottle, who swears she doesn’t have a drop of Welsh blood in her veins tells of a conversation with a gas station attendant in Utah one day when she stopped on her way to Malad. He asked her where she was going and when she told him, he said his grandfather was from Samaria. Fay asked his grandfa -
ther’s name thinking she might know of him. The attendant replied, “William Williams Williams.” (The Welsh are not very creative when it comes to names.) Fay knew William was a common name and told him she knew Hotel Bill, Tall Bill, and Tater Bill and asked if his grandfather had a nick name. “He sure does,” came the reply, “It’s Bill Bill Bill!” Fay had never heard of him!
So, whether you’re Welsh or not, you are sure to find something to smile about at this local Festival.
Luke Waldron is going to share some Welsh recipes including the Cadillac of grilled cheese…rarebit. Lucy Washburn will catch us up to speed on The Welsh Dragon, and Blaine and Tara Scott will provide a tour of this quaint, beautiful country. Choirs and poets will perform. There will be wagon rides with local commentary about life ‘Back in the Day.’ And, if Life is Really Good, you just might meet a descendent of Bill Bill Bill!
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Salad Bar, Pears, Dessert
July 17 - Shepard’s Pie, Applesauce, Rolls, Dessert
July 19 - Grilled Hamburgers and Hot Dogs, Carrot and Celery Sticks, Pasta Salad, Fresh Fruit
July 24 - Chicken Tenders, Mashed Potatoes, Carrots, Rolls, Dessert
July 26 - Chicken Haystacks, Fruit Salad, Dessert
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Ann Felter, July 3
Brenda Gugelman, July 3
Eva Lou Nielson, July 3
Marilyn Rollins, July 3
Brenda Scott, July 3
Tia Talbot, July 3
Sharon Atkinson, July 4
Nancy Gamble, July 4
Stephanie Prestwich, July 4
Thelma Waldron, July 4
BRAIN TEASERS
LOOKING BACK
5 YEARS AGO (2019)
Grand Marshals for the July 4 parade will be Albert and Vicki Ekstrom, pictured in The Idaho Enterprise, shown with their children, Jennifer, Marv, Staci and Tim.
The couple has been business owners in Malad since 1966 and both are life-long residents. Albert has always been known for going the extra mile and helping anyone who has been stranded by car trouble or for locals who need someone they can rely on to maintain their vehicles. Vicki is known for being – well Vicki – and that laugh! What more could you say? Besides being business owners, they really care about Malad and for its residents.
Wayne E. Williams celebrated his 93 birthday June 13. Friends and family gathered at the Brad and Kathy Williams residence for a cookout and lots of visiting.
A good time was had by all who attended.
The 5th Annual Rocky Mountain Mini Silky Goat Show was held in Malad, Idaho at the Oneida County Fairgrounds again this year. Over 80 goats from Arizona, Colorado, Texas, Oklahoma, Idaho and Utah traveled here to compete in this year’s show. Betty and Dale (Shorty) Roderick are over the west coast show.
The Mini Silk Fainting Goats are a new and unique breed that was developed only 15 years ago. They are judged on their confirmation, overall appearance, hair and showmanship.
They are a novelty breed and are not used for milk, meat or hair. They have the sweetest personalities and make great pets.
The Malad High School Dragonettes held a private dance camp this year, taught by Epic, at Malad High School. Those participating include Morgan, an Epic dance instructor, Rayleigh Barnes, Hailey Williams, Brylee Clark, McKinna Owens, Alexis Shaw, Alyssa Blaisdell, Megan Simmons, Allie Allen, Rebekah Smith, Marion Smith, MaTese Davis, Abby Hoskins, Hannah Bird, Hunter Olsen, Bailey Timothy and Savannah Poulson.
10 YEARS AGO (2014)
Surprised is the word Clarence Hughes used several times to describe his feelings about being selected as the Grand Marshall
25 YEARS AGO (1999) THE MALAD LIONS CLUB installed new officers June 17 during the final meeting of the organization’s 1998-99 fiscal year. An outdoor barbecue was held at the Malad Stake Park. Pictured are those officers who were present to receive the oath of office. From left to tight are: Jack Brinkerhoff, vice chairman over membership; Tom Strah, 1st vice president; Gordon Griffiths, treasurer; Mark Thomas, tail twister; Robert Brennan, 2nd vice president; Ken Wharton, secretary; Ken Moss, president; and Frank Stocks, director.
of the 4th of July Sesquicentennial Parade. He said he actually had to go back and make sure he had heard it right when he was first asked.
The Oneida County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) was awarded a grant from the State of Idaho, Department of Health and Welfare, division of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and Preparedness for pediatric equipment for children The pediatric equipment consists of three Pediatric BLS Jump Kit, two Faretec Traction Splints and one Pedi-Mate Child Restraint.
The newest member of the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office is a friendly black Labrador named Nikki. She will be the new drug dog for the county.
15 YEARS AGO (2009)
The Malad Area Chamber of Commerce has selected AJay and Betty Jones to lead Malad’s 2009 Independence Day Parade. AJay and Betty have each had distinguished careers in the field of education and high school athletics in Southern Idaho.
American Legion Auxiliary Chair, Lila Moss, reported that 68 people donated a total of 55 pints of blood at the blood drive held this week.
PV2 (E2) Mitch Daroczi graduated from the Army National Guard basic training from Ft. Leonard Wood Missouri. He is a 2007 graduate of Malad High School and the son of
YEARS
Marty and Jayme Hill.
The Malad Elementary Second Grade students once again reached their goal of walking 100 miles during the school year. They would walk just a little each morning before settling down to their studies.
20 YEARS AGO (2004)
The Malad Area Chamber of Commerce has selected well-known businessman Don Evans to lead the Malad’s 2004 Independence day parade.
Evelyn Lucille Kerns Davis, 102, will be featured on the Chamber of Commerce float as Malad Valley’s Pioneer in Malad’s 4th of July parade.
Fifteen-year-old Cara Bott doesn’t run track, but she has overcome some pretty high hurdles this past year. Diagnosed with Ewing’s sarcoma last August, Cara underwent chemotherapy, surgery and radiation. Through everything, she managed to keep up with school and even participated in activities. Her bright smile and positive attitude have been an inspiration to all.
Megan Couch has earned a position on the Idaho state high school rodeo team and will be traveling with fellow teammates to Gillette, Wyoming, to compete at the 56th Annual National High School Finals Rodeo (NHSFR) in the goat tying competition. Megan is the daughter of George and Megan Couch.
25 YEARS AGO (1999)
The Malad Theater Guild will present the melodrama “Male Order Brides” or…”Big Harry Deal’s Scandalous Scheme!” The cast members are Kelly Neal, Chase Beecher, Shane Tubbs, Judd Daniels, Amber Stevens, Jeff Richins, Traci Treasure, Ruth Schwartz and Jamye Clark.
The Malad Lions Club installed new officers for the 1998-99 fiscal year. The new officers are Jack Brinkerhoff, vice chairman over membership; Tom Strah, first vice president; Gordon Griffiths, treasurer, Mark Thomas, tail twister; Robert Brennan, second vice president; Ken Wharton, secretary; Ken Moss, president; Neil Martin, Lion tamer; Tom Parry, director; Rick Griffiths, director; Doug Malone, director; Spence Horsley, director; Tom Koontz, membership chairman; Leroy Rose,
MES Pretty Important Goals Final Report
This is a report on the final month’s goals. May’s PIG (pretty important goals and students who achieved this goal.
4th Grade
Goal: 12 multiplication fact mastery
Mrs. Clark
Sadie Miller, Jagger Abeyta, Talyze Clemons, Gemmalyn Schwartz, Caroline Butler, Saunder Poulson, Troy Cottam, Alyssa Cutler, Aaron Wall, Olivia Shandrew, Mackley Hawkes, Maudee Leavitt
Mrs. Waldon
Dax Beutler, Rawley Carter, MaKelle Clark, Saige Cox, Avery Daniels, George Ferree, Ali Hanks, Draylyn Jones, Cash Kimberling, Haylen Kimberling, Macoy Luke, Caleb Myers, Gracie Nelson, Zach Palmer, Maizley Rupp, Maggie Schow, Jace
Seevers, Abby Smith, Gannon Steed, Charlotte Teeples
5th Grade
Mrs. Allen’s Class
Memorize and Locate All 50 United States
Megan Moss, Karmyn Charles, Leif Ashby, Zaira Hamilton, Daniel Oseguera, Grayson Smith
Declan Summers, Sofia Hess, Colbie Hammer, Liam Atkinson, Lineni Lavaka, Andie Talbot, Madelyn Gonzalez
Mrs. Blaisdell’s Class I know 50 states and their locations. (Not all of them passed this off last month so we tried again)
Rustin Montgomery, Cassidy Schrenk, Seya Martinsen, Raygun Hansen
The second goal was for those who
member of Membership committee and Frank Stocks, director. Chelsea Olsen has been named an All-American scholar. School counselor Irene Alder nominated Chelsea, who attends Malad High School, for this national award.
Trent Buehler was the delegate from Malad High School at the Idaho Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership Convention at Boise State University.
Jacie Wilcock from Malad High School also attended the workshop. She was the 1998 delegate from Malad High School and was able to return this year as a junior counselor.
30 YEARS AGO (1994)
Oneida’s worst Mormon cricket infestation in memory currently rages in its western hills and mountains. Devastated farmers and ranchers declare they are being “ate out.”
Karalee Waldron claimed top honors in the Oneida Soil and Water conservation district’s post contest, with a check for $40.00, a first place trophy, plus a full scholarship to attend a week-long Natural Resource Camp. Second place went to Boe Evanson, he was awarded a $35.00 cash prize, a trophy and scholarship to Resource Camp. Riley Larkins captured third place. Riley received a $30.00 award and third place trophy. He will also be eligible to attend camp.
Honorable mention cash awards were presented to Jaimi Stokes, Kristen Barker, Janie Thomas, Judd Daniels, Crystal Isaacson, Kristy Thorsted and Holly Hay.
40 YEARS AGO (1984)
Mrs. LaRue Daniels will reign as “Queen For A Day” at the Oneida County Nursing Home. Mrs. Daniels will appear in the parade and be honored at the home throughout the day. Her husband, Russell Daniels, will be her escort.
The Malad District Annual Cub Scout Day Camp was held Thursday and Friday, June 21 and 22 at the Malad Stake Park form 9:30 to 3:40 each day.
Delighted parents, Jeff and Lori Christiansen, are excited to announce the birth of their daughter Emily Jo, who was born Wednesday, June 20.
Featured in the 1984 edition of the “Cooking Corner” are two of The Idaho Enterprise’s busiest women. Joan Hawkins and Kris Smith. Both are very busy women, then and now, both claim not to be good cooks, one claims not to be a good cook and can’t figure out why she was even in the paper to start with. Truth be told they are both excellent cooks. If you are interested in some of their recipes, Helen will be happy to copy them off for you.
50 YEARS AGO (1974)
Keith L. John was named to the honor roll for the second semester at the University of Idaho, Moscow. Keith is a student in the College of Letters and Science.
Jim Crowther left to tour Hawaii with the United States of America School Band and Chorus. The United States School band is a national honor recognition organization and has performed all over the world. Jim is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Crowther.
passed off 50 states, they worked on capitals for 25 of the states.
Eva Coleman (all 50!), Bryten Bastian (all 50!), Thatcher Sweeten, Levi Hatch, Kinsley Neal, Devin Ball
Mrs. Johnson’s Class
We had a goal of researching an influential American, creating a visual display board with pictures and a timeline, and then presenting a short speech about that person.
Wesley Asay, Hadley Bailey, Brody Blaisdell, Jase Blaisdell, Saige Blaisdell, Kaicen Clark, McCall Clark, Kaycee Daniels, Paige Eliason, Bentley Godfrey, Jaylee Johnson, Oliver Layton, Cache Maroney, Mozes McCullough, Riggin Reeder, Rosslyn Sanchez, Alyssa Seamons, Nora Talbot, Paisley VanBebber, Aidyn Weber, Ivy Wright, Braxton Jewkes
Lori Harrison placed second in the pole-bending event to qualify for the national High School Rodeo to be held at Tomah, Wisconsin. Miss Harrison was also picked as First alternate for a $250 scholarship to a college of her choice.
60 YEARS AGO (1964)
Don Harding, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Harding, Malad, received a bachelor of business administration degree from the George Washington University at the 143rd annual commencement.
Friday June
40
AGO (1984) Cub Scouts were taught the art of archery at the Cub Scout Annual Day Damp held Thursday and Friday, June 21 and 22.
NOTICES
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE is hereby given that a public hearing is scheduled Wednesday, July 08, 2024 at 6:30pm*, at the Oneida County Event Center, 459 South Main Malad City, Oneida County, Idaho , before the Oneida County Board of County Commissioners for the purpose of hearing and reviewing public comment regarding Proposed Amendment(s) to the Oneida County Development Code to clarify the intent on 5A-7 item J by striking the current wording and using the following: “…a conditional use permit approval shall be considered null and void if the approved use is not started within a period of twelve (12) months from the date of approval by the Commission.
The public is invited to attend said hearing and give comment either in favor of or against the proposed rezone. Written comments may be submitted to the clerk’s office prior to Friday July 5th at 5:00 pm.
Please send or deliver written comments to:
Oneida County Clerk’s Office
Attn: Development Code Amendments 24-0021 10 Court Street, Malad, Idaho 83252.
Please check notices at the property or online for any changes to the public hearing date
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE is hereby given that a public hearing is scheduled Wednesday, July 08, 2024 at 6:00pm*, at the Oneida County Event Center, 459 South Main Malad City, Oneida County, Idaho, before the Oneida County Board of County Commissioners for the purpose of hearing and reviewing public comment regarding Proposed Amendments to the Oneida County Zoning District Map to include the legal description of Malad City Impact Zone and Legal Description of the Airport Overlay District
The public is invited to attend said hearing and give comment either in favor of or against the proposed rezone. Written comments may be submitted to the clerk’s office prior to Friday July 5th at 5:00 pm.
Please send or deliver written comments to: Oneida County Clerk’s Office
Attn: Zoning District Map 24-0020 10 Court Street, Malad, Idaho 83252.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE is hereby given that a public hearing is scheduled Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 6:00pm*, at the Oneida County Event Center, 459 South Main Malad City, Oneida County, Idaho, before the Oneida County Board of County Commissioners for the purpose of hearing and reviewing public comment regarding Ben Naylor/Savvy Investments Rezone Request (from Agricultural District to a Rural Residential District).
The public is invited to attend said hearing and give comment either in favor of or against the proposed rezone. Written comments may be submitted to the clerk’s office prior to Friday July 5th at 5:00 pm.
Send or deliver written comments to 10 Court Street, Malad, Idaho 83252.
Attn: Ben Naylor / Savvy Public Hearing
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UNCLAIMED PROPERTY NOTICE
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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 Estate of: LYNN MICHELLE HUBBERT, Deceased.
Case No. CV15-24-0132
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that TRISHA HUBBERT BARNES has been appointed personal representative of the
estate of the above-named decedent. All persons having claims against the decedent or the estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented to the undersigned at the address indicated and filed with the Clerk of the Court.
DATED this 21st day of June, 2024.
RACINE OLSON, PLLP
By: /s/ Nathan R. Palmer
Attorney for Personal Representative P. O. Box 1391
Pocatello, Idaho 83204-1391
Telephone: (208) 232-6101 nathan@racineolson.com
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ONEIDA COUNTY EVENTS JULY 2024 JULY 2024
Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital Visiting Specialists
• Cardiology - Dr. Lance Longmore
• Dermatology - David Woodbury, PA-C
ENT - Dr. Nadim Bikhazi
• General SurgeryDr. Kevin Murphy
• Gynecology - Dr. Mike Jones
Interventional Radiology
Mobile Mammography
Nutrition ConsultationPam Mills RD,LD,CDE
• Oncology - Dr. Michael Francisco
Ophthalmology - Dr. Robert Jones
Orthopedic - Dr. Matthew Bitner
Podiatry - Dr. Brent Christensen Call Hospital 208-766-2231 for Information
Allen Drug & Variety
Malad
Senior Dinner, Chamber of Commerce, AA/NA, Addiction Recovery Program Cannonade, DYW Fun Run, S&R Breakfast, Parade, Activities in the Park, Malad’s Got Talent, Concert @ the Park, Fireworks, AA/NA, Addiction Recovery Program, Fair Board, RACOONS (Ham Radio)
Curlew Senior Dinner, Lions Club, Carol’s Pantry, AA/NA, Addiction Recovery Program
Curlew Senior Dinner, Carol’s Pantry, AA/NA, Addiction Recovery Program, Curlew Rodeo
CLASSIFIEDS NEWS OF RECORD
ONEIDA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
Maria Beatriz Aguirre Salazar, Salt Lake City, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Monica Kelly Balckner, American Falls, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Alyssa Rebecca Blaisdell, improper or unsafe lane change, $33.50, costs
$56.50
IDAHO STATE POLICE
None Aman Kumar, Bloomington, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50
Jerry Kwesi Anokwah Donkoh, Bronx, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50
Michelle Annette Campbell, Centennial, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Heather Leann Gardner, Kimberly, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50
Michele Rene Wixom, Willard, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50 MAGISTRATE COURT
Quentin Smith, Malad, driving without privileges, $150.00, costs $56.50 –Agency: OCSO
vendors at the
Valley Welsh
must be registered as vendors and pay applicable vendor fees. Anyone not registered will not be allowed to sell food, drinks, crafts, or other goods at the Festival. Please contact Roxanne Albretsen for information (208-766-4777). Nonprofit organizations must register as vendors.
MAIELI’S THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE – Neck or Whiplash Issues or for just a great massage. Call Maieli Murray (626) 337 - 0772 (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) ANNOUNCEMENTS, MALAD ALANON - We are only a phone call away. For information on meetings, call 208-220-5295 or 208-251-9808. (1-52)
AA/NA, Catholic Mass (3pm), Samaria Days AA/NA, Catholic Mass (3pm), Pari-mutuel Horse Races
War on Weeds—weeds are everybody’s problem
THE ISSUE: Purple Starthistle Purple Starthistle (Centaurea calcitrapa L.) is a biennial or shortlived perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It invades pastures, rangelands, forests, disturbed areas, fields, and bottom land. It can form dense monocultures that out compete native species. It has sharp spines that make it unpalatable to livestock, and it is toxic to horses if consumed.
Purple Starthistle grows from rosettes that have spines in the center, after bolting it can grow 2-3 feet tall. When young it is covered in fine hairs that fade with maturity. Lower leaves (4-8 in long) are deeply lobed while upper leaves are not. Each plant has many pink-purple flower heads. Each flower head contains 25-40 individual flowers. Flowers have spined bracts (1” or longer) just under the flower. It reproduces solely by seed. Seeds are about 1/8” long and are not plumed, which distinguishes it from its relative Iberian Starthistle.
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Options:
• Prevention— Learn to identify this plant. Never transport unknown plant material. Always plant clean seed! Report any sightings.
• Mechanical— Hand digging can be effective on small infestations. Be sure to remove plant at least 2” below the soil surface before flowering occurs. Mowing is not an effective option; rosettes grow low to the ground allowing them to avoid damage.
• Cultural— Establish a healthy stand of beneficial plants that will compete for essential resources.
• Chemical— Apply herbicides in the spring while plants are in the seedling or rosette stage. Refer to Pacific Northwest Weed Management Handbook (https://pnwhandbooks.org) for herbicide recommendations (Search “starthistle”). 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
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of times our kids were on the float with us because they were in band.” They recalled a time when many of their kids were on the float at once, including young Brayden who was in elementary school at the time. “He was doing the cowbell on the float, just banging on it the whole way,” Ralph remembers. “Malad’s got some great traditions. Our family always gets together for the fireworks, which is always a great display. They used to have it up to where the elementary is, until a firework went awry…” Ralph says. “We like that, we like the parade. One thing I could do without is the cannonade at six o’clock in the morning.” Ralph is somewhat convinced that Doug Crowther, who he works with, specifically chooses the corner outside his window “to make sure one goes off there.”
One tradition the family started is to cook a dutch oven meal for the Fourth. Although they usually are not able to have all the kids in town at once (“they’re scattered all around form Mesa, Arizona to Pasco, Washington), they always do have quite a few kids and grandkids on hand for the holiday. “One year we decided not to get the dutch ovens going, because it was too hot,” Lamona says. “And the kids all said, ‘no,no—we’ll do it!’” Ralph finishes. “So I guess that stuck!”
The couple will be riding in their oldest son’s Mustang for the parade, and he will be driving it. Ralph David, their son, is named for Ralph Louis, who was named for Ralph Junior (Ralph’s dad) who was Ralph Alden, and Ralph David’s son is Ralph Tyson. “A lot of Ralphs in the family,” he says. “Just remember Ralph and you’ve got us all.”
Despite officially retiring from the music programs at school, this summer the Bennett’s have dozens of music lessons scheduled with individual students, teaching band instruments, organ, piano, guitar, and strings. Ralph is currently working with a student who wants to learn to play a 1911 WWI bugle, as just one of this summer’s projects. Ralph and Lamona have also been involved in Scouting for many decades. When Ralph first took the job in Malad, he was staying in the basement of the principal, Phil Gillis’ house, who was the bishop at the time. That summer, they didn’t have anyone to take the boys to Scout Camp, so the bishop asked him “Hey, you’re free—can you go?” And that’s how he started in scouting. He stayed in for many years, until becoming a Varsity leader, and running a combined Troop. “We were spitting Eagles out right and left.” He has worked with the district in a number of capacities. He stopped scouting when he was
ON THIS DAY
1652 New Amsterdam (now New York City) enacts first speed limit law in North America
1778 Liberty Bell returns home to Philadelphia after the British departure
called into the Elder’s Quorum, but continues to have great affection for the program. Lamona worked as a Cub Scout leader for many years herself.
Ralph was released last July after five years as the third ward bishop. “It was a very choice calling. I got to know people on a level you don’t normally get to know people. And I found out there are so, so many good people.”
As for Lamona, she is proof of the well-known fact that if you learn how to play the organ you have a lifelong church calling. “I’ve been the ward organist is some form since I was sixteen!” Lamona laughs. “The bishop asked me one Sunday—you’ve been doing this a long time, right? And I said ‘Yeah, I’ll probably be doing this until I fall off the bench!’”
Currently, she is the primary chorister, which “is the best job in the church. I absolutely love working with those kids.” She has also been the young women’s president, the Relief Society president, and many other positions over the years.
“We love Malad. As we’ve grown here, we’ve decided it’s been a great place to raise our family. Our kids were carriers for the Idaho State Journal for years, and learned how to work, and manage money. They also worked moving pipe for farmers and again, they are all still hard workers to this day,” Lamona says. Ralph explains that he has been offered jobs in Utah teaching several times, but told them that “no, this is where I want to be. The music department here, they care. They are in it for the kids. There is no where I wanted my kids raised but here.”
In Ralph and Lamona’s opinion, the teachers are special in Malad, and so is the town. “By the way, we do have our burial plots purchased at the cemetery here, and that’s saying a lot coming from a Tremonton boy,” Ralph says. “Of course, we don’t plan on using them anytime soon!” he adds.
“I was never going to live in Idaho, and I was never going to marry a farmer,” Lamona says. “I definitely didn’t marry a farmer—I’m more of a farmer than he is. But I did change my mind about Idaho.”
In addition to everything else, Ralph has been the director of the Community Chorus since its inception in 1973, other than some time off to finish his Masters degree, and is still with it after fifty years. This year, he will be joining the Malad Valley Mens Welsh Chorus, which will be featured at the Welsh Festival.
Make your way down to the parade this year and give the Bennetts a wave as they ride by, for once not on the band float but in comfort and a well-earned place of honor!
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1972 Legendary video game and home computer Atari, Inc. founded by Nolan Bushnell and Ted Dabney in Sunnyvale, California
1977 5-4 Supreme Court decision allows lawyers to advertise
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Photo courtesy of Barry Rice, sarracenia.com, Bugwood.org
Pioneers
of fellow students around her. In fact, when she was born (at the old hospital, which was torn down many decades ago) there were five other mothers with babies in the hospital during her stay, who became a major part of her school cohort. She still has one brother in town, and another in Logan.
While explaining that they aren’t really old enough for the pioneer honor, Fay admits they are slowing down a bit. “I thought I was the Energizer Bunny,” Fay says, “but it just hit me in the leg.” She receives injections to help with her leg mobility. Steve is dealing with macular degeneration. Typically, though, the couple takes it in stride and with great humor—“It’s literally the blind leading the lame with us,” Fay says. “And I’m the driver.”
“I thought about that the other day,” Steve says. “And I asked her, wait a minute—since you’re the driver, if you die how am I going to get to your funeral?”
“We laugh a lot,” Fay says. “And that’s what keeps us going. You have to laugh to keep from crying. We don’t sit around and feel sorry for ourselves. We have two daughters we get to see pretty often.” Stephanie and Colleen (named for Fay’s father Colen) live in Utah, but visit regularly. The Cottles also have one grandchild with three kids of her own, so they also have three
OBITUARY
great-grandkids.
Both Fay and Steve come from big families, and as happened to many during the middle twentieth century, there was a certain amount of family tragedy as a result. In both cases, the two lost siblings young. “It happened a lot, especially with those big families,” Steve says.
Since their younger days, the couple notes that some things have changed a lot, while others have stayed the same.
“It’s a lot noisier than it used to be. A lot more traffic,” Fay says.
“It used to be that people stayed in town a lot for entertainment. I think we still have a lot going on for a small town—like the car show, and the Welsh Festival,” Steve says.
“Of course the Welsh Festival,” Fay says. “I don’t have a drop of Welsh blood, but I’m Jean’s friend and I help out every year. I usually wear my little shamrock as well,” Fay laughs, acknowledging her Scotch-Irish roots.
“One thing the town has kept,” Steve says, “is a good volunteer group. Fay has worked in the museum for years and years. I think she was the spark that got the museum here. There was a lady who kept material up on the top of the old hospital, but Fay got a place that could handle the stuff better, and that’s where it is today. And she did a lot of work getting that going.”
“And he did a lot of help,” Fay adds.
J. Scott Willson
February 11, 1955 ~ June 20, 2024
J. Scott Willson, Husband, Father and Grandfather passed away on Thursday June 20, 2024, surrounded by his family after a long battle with cancer.
Scott was born on February 11, 1955, to Donald Lee and JoAnne West Willson.
Scott married the love of his life, Donlee Barrow on September 27, 1974, in the Salt Lake LDS temple. They made their home in West Warren, Utah where they were blessed with three children, two daughters and one son.
Scott supported his family by driving truck and working construction. Scott loved farm life with Donlee and his children, tending animals and cutting hay.
Scott was a quiet man, but his love was loud and felt by many. Scott doted on his children and especially his three Grand Daughters, who were the lights of his life.
Scott was preceded in death by his Father Donald L. Willson, his Brother Mark A. Willson, his In-laws Kleal F. Barrow and Lorraine J. Barrow and Sister In-law Jody B. Jensen. Scott is survived by his Wife Donlee Willson, Mother JoAnne Willson, Brother Brad (Jami) Willson, Sister Jennifer (Chris) Bitton, Sister In-law Janet Willson, Sister In-law Randee (Scott) Nielsen, Brother In- Law Scott (Michele) Barrow, Sister Inlaw Gail Barrow, Daughter Charlett (Eric) Dean, Daughter Heather Snyder, Son Deric (Samantha) Willson
J. Scott Willson
and his three Grand Daughters, Melodee Willson, Payton Willson and Olivia Dean.
The family would like to express their thanks to Dr. Tricia Ferrin, Hands of Hope Hospice, Kapp Construction and Malad Rock Products for making Scott’s last days full of comfort and support.
Funeral services will be held at Lindquist Roy Mortuary, 3333 W 5600 S, Roy, Utah on Saturday June 29, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. Friends may visit with family on Friday June 28, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday June 29, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the mortuary. Interment will be in the West Warren cemetery.
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“That museum has got a lot of crayon portraits, and it’s quite a collection. I can’t remember the occasion but Fay had to take a class on crayon portraits and she had to take her staff. So, I was her staff,” Steve said.
“I like to tell stories to the people who come through the museum. I had one man come through with his kids, and I pointed them to the portraits, and I said ‘That man was a polygamist. There’s a wife on each side, and I want you to notice that wife number one is not smiling, but wife number two has a little smirk.’
And the man said, ‘That was my great grandfather.’ I said ‘I am so sorry, I just made that up.’ And he looked at me and laughed, ‘You’re probably right.’”
“The city and the county tried to pay her for her work, and she refused. She told them to just put it back into the museum,” Steve said.
One of the most impressive things the Cottles have contributed to the history of Malad is a map of the cemetery with the locations of the graves. Steve created a map of the cemetery in AutoCAD and attached it to a spreadsheet to fully plot out the cemetery.
At the time, Fay was working at the Family History Center, and a local man had made a list of the names in the cemetery, which were on 3x5 cards. People would come into the Center and ask for information about grave locations. Steve’s map made the process much easier.
Fay began the process of double checking the list the city had, which had been generated by students at the high school in beginning typing class. “By the time I got to the end
of one row, there were so many errors I knew we’d have to check them all,” she says. Every morning for several years, Fay walked up to the cemetery and confirmed the headstone information, updating and correcting it as needed. “She spent so much time up there that one day she mentioned to our granddaughter that she was going up to the cemetery to clean headstones, meaning Fay’s parents’ stones, and our granddaughter asked ‘you mean ALL of them?’”
The map and records of the cemetery originally generated by the Cottles are managed by the city, though Fay still has access to them as well.
“I feel honored to be asked to be the Pioneers by the city. We’ve lived her forty-three years since we moved back, when our children were still in elementary school,” Fay says.
“The city has done very well. In the summer they have concerts, and a lot of people love to come to Malad on the Fourth. There are some changes to a lot of businesses. Even though the nature of the things has changed, I think the attitude of being a close community has stayed the same over time, and is still that way today,” Steve says. “Even though it’s not that big, a lot of people like to come here. It’s kind of center. People have their choice between Tremonton and other places, but people seem to like to come here, and I understand why.”
Fay was awarded Idaho’s Esto Perpetuo award for her contributions to preserving the history and culture of the state and specifically the Oneida county area, and the city joins the state in recognizing the amazing contributions of this remarkable pioneer couple.
Summer Time on the Farm
Allison Eliason
Summertime can be hard for moms. Let’s be honest, it is nice to ditch the bus schedule and practice schedule but having all the kids home every minute of the day can drive an otherwise sane mom crazy. Trying to feed those hungry critters, keep them clean and entertained in more than a full time job. It’s a good thing that mothers love their children like no one else could. And that abandonment has a pretty stiff sentence.
Lucky for me, I have a magic button for the summer craze- a working ranch.
There are no morning routines, daily schedules, or everyday regimen at our house but I could still tell you what our day will look like. Dad is going to wake up early, maybe even too early for some of the little sleepers that need a few more zzz’s than he does. If their ranchkid antennae don’t go off and they sense that Dad’s work day has commenced, they will ask where dad is as soon as they can rub the sleep from their eyes. Once they are awake enough, they will start searching for a pair of work pants, clean socks (if I’m lucky), and shoving their boots on. And I likely won’t see them until they are hungry.
The dictionary doesn’t paint a very pretty picture of the word feral. According to Google, feral (fe·ral/`ferəl,`firəl/) means in a wild state, especially after escape from captivity or domestication. Similar words: wild, untamed, undomesticated, untrained, unused to humans, unbroken, not broken in, not housetrained, not housebroken. Resembling a wild animal.
Even if it’s not very, it is probably an accurate description of my children. But I really wouldn’t have it any other way because every day is an adventure with this feral crew.
The upside of my kids heading out first thing in the morning is that I don’t have to hear those two words every mom despises- “I’m bored...” If they aren’t around, I can’t hear it. That alone makes the summer survivable.
Not only do I not hear them say
it because they aren’t around, but there is no way they are saying that phrase when they are on their next adventure. Whether they are running around following dad or making their own way, they are chasing some sort of fun. Fun that is led by their imagination, big dreams and high hopes. Granted, if they would have consulted me on their day dreams or high hopes, I might have dissuaded them from such fun. Once again, running feral for the win because ignorance truly is bliss. If they are having fun and staying out of trouble, I’m pretty sure I don’t want to know what they are doing.
Running feral equates to a little sanity in the kitchen. That might sound like just the opposite of an “untame”, “not house-trained” “wild” child, but hear me out. When those kiddos play hard outside all day long, they come back home hungry. They are ready to climb up to the table and eat whatever I put on it. They aren’t home snacking away the day and then too full for the supper I slaved over only to refuse to eat it as leftovers later. They are happy to have a full belly and I’m happy to not have spent the day cooking in vain. Happy sounds pretty close to sane. Days under the sun lend to the cutest little farmer tans and what do tans mean? Sunshine. Now this might be a double edged sword because research says that time spent in the sun will help the body produce vitamin D which in turn will improve mood and happiness and boost energy. While no kid needs any extra energy, having a happy mood instead of a grumpy mood is always a good thing. I’ll take a little extra energy for a good mood any day.
Some might critique our less than structured days, but I am grateful for what they teach my ranch kids. They are learning problem solving, independence, and creativity while showing courage, determination, will and grit. I think it’s time we add new term to the dictionary when it comes to strong willed ranch kids that will spend every waking hour out working, looking for adventure and making their dreams a reality.
Softball All-Star teams announced, with Malad well represented
Allison Eliason
School may no longer be in session but the accolades for the best of Idaho’s high school softball athletes are still ringing. The votes have been cast and it’s no surprise that a number of Malad’s own Lady Dragons were at the top of the list. Their grit, determination, skill and love of the game was so great that coaches, athletes, and fans across the state can’t help but call them the very best.
Junior pitcher and shortstop Riglee Peterson was once again named as the 2A All-Idaho Player of the Year. The award came as a surprise to Peterson saying, “I am very surprised I got it again. There are so many athletes that are amazing and seriously are so talented. So I wasn’t expecting it again. I’m extremely grateful.”
Winning the award three years running is an incredible feat of its own, but especially as she had to work back from a torn ACL. In nearly 111 innings, Riglee pitched 154 pitches with an ERA of 2.72. In addition, Peterson led the team from behind the plate with a .531 batting average with a .977 slugging percentage, and tallying 44 RBIs and six home runs. If anything, this year of softball has proved to Peterson and the
world that with enough determination and work, a great athlete can rise above anything.
Making the All-State first team for the fourth year in a row from the Lady Dragons was first baseman Hallie Horsley. The senior ended her high school softball career with a hitting average of .462, 12 home runs and 48 RBIs.
Senior left fielder Adley Kimberling ended her final season named to the All-State first team as well. Kimberling had a number of clutch hits this season, including five home runs, two of which were grand slams. Her final stats included a hitting average of .431 with 28 RBIs.
Rounding out the Lady Dragons selected for the All-State first team was centerfielder Bostyn Combs. The junior led the MHS softball team in steals this season with eleven bases stolen, a total of 40 runs, had 28 RBIs and hit .321.
Junior outfielder Teagan Daniels was named to the Idaho All-State second team. Daniels stepped up big in the Lady Dragon’s state games, including a home run in their win over Declo in their quarter-final game. Throughout the season, Daniels’ hit with an average of .431.
County’s Camp attendees, with Sawyer Fonnesbeck, Lacey Clark, and Kayleigh Worrell
Summer Sports in Focus: The Physical
Allison Eliason
The sports physical. The one doctor appointment any athlete dreads. With another year of sports looming just a short couple of months away, now is the time to bite the bullet and make the appointment for that check up. Here are a few things you should know about sports physicals. Not everyone needs to schedule a sports physical before they can play. For athletes playing at Malad High, only incoming freshmen, juniors and any athletes playing for the first time in any grade are required to have a physical. Athletes looking to play with the Malad Middle school for the first time will also need a physical that will last their tenure there.
The physicals are required to be completed and turned into the office before the athletes can participate in any scheduled practices. The first practice for the upcoming 2024 fall season will be August 12. There may be plenty of time before that first practice, but sooner is always better. In the event that the examination finds something that needs addressing before an athlete can be cleared to play, that extra time might be just what is needed to help them to get everything back on track for the season.
While a pre-partition examination might seem somewhat uneasy for some, the quick checkup can play a big part in ensuring that young athletes don’t have any illnesses or conditions that could make playing sports dangerous for their health.
Athletes can expect two main parts to their appointment. First they will be asked about their medical history. This includes illnesses, conditions, or diseases that family members may have in addition to any they experience themselves. These can include anything from heart murmurs, allergies, asthma, chronic joint pain, or seizures. A medical history will also include questions about any joint
or musculoskeletal pain or injuries.
Questions about heart and lung and any past possible concussions are also an important part of an athlete’s medical history. It is important that athletes answer all the questions honestly, even if they are concerned that past medical might influence a doctor’s decision to green light their participation. It is very rare for a physician to restrict a player from participating. If there is something concerning, they will do some follow up, prescribe physical therapy or medications depending on the situation. It is possible that an athlete will be restricted from some sports but that too is not very common.
Medical history questions will also include questions about testicular pain or menstrual periods. Ensuring normal health and growth in active adolescents is important as their bodies are experiencing such physical demands.
Following their medical history, an athlete will be given a physical exam. The exam will include things such as recording their height and weight, check their blood pressure and pulse, including the heart rate and rhythm, test their vision, listen to the heart and lungs, and examine their muscles, bones, and joints.
It may not seem all too important of an exam, but the peace of mind knowing that an athlete is in healthy playing condition is invaluable for the athletes, parents, coaches and school administrators. The last thing anyone wants is for someone to suffer any sort of illness or injury that could have been prevented.
Sports can be a large part of an athlete’s high school career, help keep them physically active, provide important social opportunities and even boost mental health. Sports physicals are merely the gateway to ensuring participants are ready to take it all on.
Report for Oneida county 4-H summer camp 2024
Lacey Clark, 4H Coordinator
Oneida County
Alpine 4-H Camp June 10th, 11th, and 12th of 2024
Campers who attended were Beckham Jones, George Ferree, Londyn Jones, Tenley Taylor, Ruby Tubbs, and McCall Clark. Teen leaders in attendance were Waylon Ferree, Levi Balazs, Cecilee Hill, Karlie Baer, & Ester Rogers. The camp theme was Slimy Gooey Gross.
Monday June 10th we left Malad at 7:30 am. We arrived at camp about
11:30 am and the kids put their stuff in cabins. We took pictures and separated into groups. Groups went to classes including: rifle, archery, gross art, plant ID & obstacle course, worm dissection, dirt in a cup, and slim making. The kids played games with the AmeriCorps Interns after dinner. Following the kids participated in Karaoke and a Camp Story. Then it was lights out.
Tuesday June 11th after breakfast kids split into their classes, took a break for lunch, and then went back to classes. At 4:30 they participat-
ed in the carnival set up by the teen counselors. Games included the oreo game, sponge throw, skittle move, golfball throw, Velcro darts, cup scramble, donut on a string, cup pong, shaving cream throw, water balloon toss, and the spoon race. After dinner was the counselor hunt. The counselor hunt is where all the teen counselors hide from the campers. The kids then have to capture the counselors and bring them in. It is basically a glorified hide and seek. Kids then went to the campfire to watch the skits and sing songs direct-
ed by the teen counselors. Then it was lights out.
Wednesday June 12th after breakfast everyone cleaned up cabins and packed their gear. Record books were finished and we had the closing ceremony. Afterwards those who wanted to were invited to participate in a hike. Everyone met back at the lodge for lunch. Everyone was excused to get on their buses and travel home. We arrived in Malad about 4:30 pm.
Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council recognized at AIC
Malad City received a Garret Nancolas City Achievement Award from the Association of Idaho Cities for the Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council category. I’ve attached the application if you want any information from it. I don’t have the photo they took at AIC, but I have a photo that we took after with the MYAC members.
We had eight of 12 members of the Malad Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council go to AIC this yearMathilde Dickerson, Kolton Cox, Abbie Cox, Jenetta Jacaway, Aubree Palmer, Tatum Hess, Emree Hanks and Jayson Spencer. They enjoyed attending sessions to learn about issues relating to City government, helped with a service proj -
ect at the Idaho Youth Ranch, met youth from other MYACs across the state, and received a private tour of the State Capitol by Representative Rick Cheatum of District 28. Cecilia Hess acted as chaperone for the youth going to AIC.
Past Chairman Mathilde Dickerson, Public Relations Officer Kolton Cox, Secretary Karlee Palmer, and Treasurer Zion McCullough graduated this year. New Members are: Emree Hanks, BreElle Ferree, Myriam Teeples, and Lyndee Nimer. New officers are: Chairman Aubree Palmer, Co-Chairman Tatum Hess, Public Relations Jenetta Jacaway, Historian Kelty Thomas, Secretary Emma Bird, Standby Officer Abbie Cox.
In its second year, the Malad Mayor’s Youth Council received a Garret Nancolas City Achievement Award to mark its excellence.
Oneida
The camp was an opportunity to meet 4-H kids and counselors from nearby counties.
Sawyer Fonnesbeck offered rifle instruction to an eager group.
As always, STEM is a part of 4-H education.
But more than anything, the camp was reported to be a lot of fun.