It’s time to enter the Annual Gobblin’ It Up Contest! Contest begins this week – Win a free turkey for Thanksgiving!
Local businesses sponsor the contest, and a free turkey will be provided by the sponsors for the winner from each store.
There are a few simple rules to follow: Fill in your name, address and telephone number on the form that is included in this newspaper. Take the entry form to the merchant listed and place it in their entry box. You may be one of the lucky residents to win a top-quality turkey for your Thanksgiving dinner. Be sure to enter at all 17 locations!
On Thursday, November 21, a drawing will be held by each of the sponsors; and winners will be notified
to come pick up their turkeys! The rules specify that entrants do not have to be present to win.
Participating sponsors for “‘Gobblin’ It Up at Thanksgiving” are the following: Farm Bureau Insurance, Do It Best Hess Lumber and Home Center, Allen Drug and Variety, Idaho Real Estate Group, On the Run (formerly KJ’s), Northern Title Co. of Idaho, Thomas Electric and Furniture, ACE Hardware, Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital, Mountain States Insurance, Thomas Market, Oneida Family Dental, Albert’s Service, Edith’s Collective, ATC Communications, Malad City, and Outlaw Vapor.
NEWS IN BRIEF
Questions about Peanut’s handling
If you are like many people, you have no idea why your kids and late night comedians keep talking about a squirrel named Peanut. The story was recently reported out of New York state, near the Pennsylvania border. According to essentially wall to wall reporting, Mark Longo is a man from the area who rescued Peanut after the squirrel’s mother was killed in an accident involving a vehicle. Longo had featured Peanut on his many social media accounts wearing clothing, doing tricks, and generally being cute. After reports of animals being kept unsafely, New York Department of Environmental Conservation authorities apprehended the rodent, along with a raccoon that had recently been rescued. The story becomes confusing at that point, with officials claiming that the squirrel bit one of them, necessitating a fatal rabies test, which is conducted following decapitation. And that’s the story—where it goes next will undoubtedly show up on TikTok and Instagram soon.
Recent Celebrity Deaths
Music producer and artist Quincy Jones is among a spate of recent celebrity deaths as 2024 winds down. Jones started his life on the South Side of Chicago “running with gangs,” but eventually rose to prominence in the world of music, in the process becoming one of the first and most successful black executives in Hollywood. Jones worked with Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles, and many other legends. He is credited with the massive success of the Michael Jackson album “Thriller” and famously put together the superstar “We are the World” effort. Actress Teri Garr, well known in such films as “Young Frankenstein,” “Tootsie,” and “Mr. Mom” passed at 79 last week. During the World Series, Dodger great Fernando Valenzuela died unexpectedly at the young age of 63. Phil Lesh, founding member of the “Grateful Dead” and Liam Payne, of the band “One Direction” also recently passed.
Census confirms your uncle’s theory
The Census Bureau released stateto-state migration estimates for last year in October. The report, which can be found at census.gov, tracks interstate migration. As a result of the types of movement that occur between states, the numbers have a huge margin or error, but they did potentially confirm what many bumper stickers, TV spots, and uncles at Thanksgiving have been saying for years—it’s all those Californians who are moving here. Due to the margin of error, it might just as easily be Washingtonians (the numbers are within the margin at 17,338 for CA and 14,655 for WA) that are responsible, but that’s not as fun to complain about. Oregon, Utah, Texas, and Arizona follow afterward. The reverse was also true—the largest outmigration from Idaho was to the state of Washington.
Veterans Program next Monday
The annual Veterans Day program at Malad Elementary School will be held twice next Monday—once at 10:00 a.m., and then again at 7:00 p.m. for those who are unable to make it to the morning session. The program will involve the presentation of the winning Veterans Day essays, video tributes to Oneida County’s veterans, and local representatives of the armed service branches.
Jaclyn Nielsen - ATC Communications
Carrie Hess - Allen Drug
Tracey Archibald, Kristal Talbot, Krystal Bates - Northern Title Co. of Idaho
Kaylynn Bell - Hess Lumber & Home Center
Hyrum Price - Thomas Market
Leila Hoopes & Dr. Josh WrayOneida Family Dental
Terri Phillips & Vicki LarkinMountan States Ins.
Jamie Sweeten - Farm Bureau Ins.
Tyson Daniels - Nell J. Redfield Memorial Hospital
Halloween Tricks and Treats
While cold, windy, and a bit snowy (!), Halloween across the valley lived up to its reputation as a fun and frenetic time. Although there were all manner of activities underway, we focused on a few in particular for this issue.
Halloween parade
There is potentially nothing more traditional than the Halloween parade of Malad Elementary students that begins at the school, winds its way down past the hospital and clinic, and then back uphill. Was it cold? Absolutely—it was the main topic of conversation among the adults that lined the streets, other than how adorable the kids were. While there is no particular reason the parade route would change, given the new school’s location adjacent to the old school, it is worth noting that this is the last parade that will officially originate from the current and soon to be demolished school building.
Spirits are not just popular costumes, but also things noted to be high among the students as they walked, jumped, skipped, and otherwise perambulated in an unwieldy line. Ever since COVID made it unwise to directly interact with longterm care residents, the parade has remained strict-
ly outside. While there is something lost in the interaction, it has undoubtedly been safer for the residents of the longterm care facility, who were still able to view the parade from the comfort of an indoor seat.
Hospital Halloween Contests
While the elementary parade did not enter the hospital or clinic, the residents were treated to a number of Halloween activities of their own. Pumpkin decorating, costume contests, and much more were held inside the facility.
Haunted Theater
This year’s Iron Door Theater haunted house event was more ambitious than ever, with a fully decked out, multi-level series of rooms and characters ranging from the fun to frightening. The route inside was laid out cleverly in such a way to disorientate visitors and make the space seem both larger and somehow more claustrophobic at once. I have no shame in admitting that I love Halloween and everything that goes along with it. In my experience, the Iron Door staff and volunteers did an amazing job putting together a top quality spook house attraction that I could have spent all day wandering around!
Back row L to R: Kathy Hubbard, Alica Bell, Lane Davis, Laura Jacobsen, Jennifer Blanchard, Donna Potter, Jennifer Lloyd, Vicky Kent, Tresie Carter, Branda Barney, Ada Campbell
Front Row L to R: Pam Mills, Michelle Madsen, Mindy Allen, Jade Daniels, Karren Edwards, Andrea Clark, Sierra Millward, Kathy Hicks and Grandson Carter, Katie Tapp, Jamie Bishop
Dressed as movers, the MES faculty and staff get ready to “move” next door in the new year.
Who is that masked man? This year’s parade was cold but high-energy.
From the fun to the “lock the doors, Harold,” Halloween brings out all types.
This Snow White collection of pumpkins from LTC Activities was named “Most Creative” by the residents. The Shrek pumpkin from Maintenance was “funniest” and Cinderella from LTC Restorative was “cutest.”
The Terrifier lived up to his name, deep in the basement.
Ada Campbell stands at the entrance to this year’s haunted theater.
Every year, the local American Legion and guest judges listen to the presentations of Veterans Day essays by Malad Elementary School students and choose the winners from the group of finalists. The judges noted that this year it was more difficult than ever, as the finalists were all so good. The written part of the contest has already been judged, to some extent, which is how the finalists were determined. The presentation itself boiled down to clarity, enthusiasm, respect, and personal investment in celebrating veterans.
This week, we bring you the five essays of the finalists. Next week, we will bring you the four essays from the winners of the contest. As the judges noted, the essays were all uniformly excellent in content, and
Brittyn Venable
Mrs. Blaisdell
We Remember Our Veterans Hard Work And Bravery
Ronald Reagan once said,“Our flag does not only fly because the wind moves it, it flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it.”
We remember the hard work and bravery of all the veterans in all of the wars that the veterans fought in.
Last year I encountered a very awesome thing. We got to write letters to two veterans. One of the people I got to write to was Bob Stokes, a retired US border patrol agent who wrote back to me! When I got his letter I was so happy! Just knowing that a Veteran wrote back to
I Will Always Remember
We should always remember our veterans, whatever they served in. I will always remember the Red, White, and Blue colors on our flag. First the color Red on our flag represents valor and bravery. Second, the White represents purity and innocence. Third, the blue represents vigilance, perseverance, and justice. When I first thought about what the colors on our flag maybe stood for, the Red stood for the blood that was shed from our brave veterans. The White stood for the big waves that hit the ships, and the people on board.
Veterans Contest Winners
the students all did a fantastic job of presenting their essays. Rather than simply reading what they had written, each student relied on a great deal of memorization, and movement. As presenters—let alone elementary kids!—they were each very confident, clear, and professional. The speakers all had connections to veterans in their own lives, who are detailed in their essays, presented here on this page.
The four essayists slected by the judges to present their essays at the Veterans Day program are Ali Hanks, Brittyn Venable, Lacie Palmer, and Saigelyn Cox. Their essays are printed here, but you should also make sure to attend either the morning or evening presentation of the Veterans Day Program on November 11 at Malad Elementary School.
me made me feel so special!
In his letter Bob thanked me for being the patriotic American worth fighting for and protecting. He gave me some mementoes so I never lose my bearings and patriotism. He gave me a compass from the 1970 United States Marine Corps Land navigation course in Boot camp.
My great grandpa Elbert James Sweeten and his six brothers all served as veterans. He served in the navy on a minesweeper ship. At the end of a war him and his crew would go and deactivate the minesweepers. The minesweepers are things that our enemies would plant in the ocean, ships went over them, they would explode the U.S and allies. Once my great grandpa Elbert went and looked for a minesweeper to deactivate after the Pearl Harbor War.
We all remember hard times that veterans or veterans friends and family had, so if you see a veteran or veteran’s family members go up to them and say, “Thank you for your service” or, “I am grateful for your sacrifice.”
The Blue stood for the tears that were shed from our veterans and others that lost their loved ones.
Next, veterans are very special people and they had to go through a hard and difficult training. I always thought that the quote, “All gave some, but some gave all,” was a very good quote and it always reminded me of veterans. Veterans were, and still are, very important people. That’s why we made Veterans Day, a day we can honor and serve our great veterans. Many veterans died for you and me and our freedom.
Lastly, when some veterans came back home from war they were not respected the way that they should have been. Those words and actions were sad and painful for the veterans to go through.
In conclusion,we always need to remember our veterans, and honor them wherever we see them. All of our veterans are important in the branch that they served in, whether it’s the Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, Navy, or Marines. Always remember your veterans.
Ali Hanks
Mrs. Allen
I Will Always Remember
I am a citizen of the United States of America, and because of our veterans I can do so many things that I would not be able to do without them. I will always remember because they not only left to fight for our freedom but they also missed birthdays, first steps and so many other things. I had the opportunity to participate in boot camp. It was hard
Veterans Essay
What do veterans mean to you? Do you have any connection with men/women that have served? Do you ever think how hard it would be if you were a veteran? I am going to tell you what veterans mean to me and the connections I have with them.
I remember when all of my sixth grade friends told me about the physical boot camp and how hard it was. I thought it was going to be traumatizing. Mrs. Johnson explained it like it was the hardest thing you will ever do. It may have been hard for other people but not me. Sometimes I watch videos of veterans coming home to their families. Some are funny, some are emotional but I like to watch them.
Christine Smith, music specialist at Malad Elementary School, is also in charge of the Veterans Day program. Because this will be the last year the program is held in the current elementary auditorium, past music specialists and teachers have all been invited to attend.
but now I have a bigger respect for our veterans because I got to learn what veterans go through on a daily basis. I personally have a lot of respect for our veterans because three of my family members served. One of them was my Great Grandpa Max. He served in Vietnam.
Several years after he got home he passed away. At his funeral they did some cool things, first they played the bugle and then they did the 21 Gun Salute. Next three jets came flying through the air but one dove off in a different direction of the group, this performance is called the Fallen Soldier. They also gave a flag to my Great Grandma, his wife. I was little at the time, but I still remember this special moment, I will always remember that special moment. I will always remember veterans because, “All gave some, and some gave all.”
Whenever I watch them I always think how hard that would be for me if one of my parents were in the military, but how meaningful the homecoming would be. When we watched the video of the soldiers that protect the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, I just thought how hard that would be if I was one of those soldiers. Not eating food until your shift is over, drinking water, and how cold or hot the weather would be and you still had to be out there. Veterans leave their homes, families, friends, and everything else in their normal lives.
During World War ll my great grandpa flew reconnaissance, which means looking out for enemies while flying in the sky, in Hawaii. He was part of the invasion of Okinawa in 1945 by telling the Navy where the Japanese were. After the war was over he trained fighter pilots in New Mexico. He then flew fighter jets during the Korean War for two years. He finally got to fly B-47’s which is a big bomber plane during the Vietnam War. Also my cousin just came home from basic training for the ROTC. He wants to become a helicopter mechanic. I think it would be very hard for me if I was a veteran. I am so thankful for veterans!
Saigelyn Cox
Mrs. Allen
Lacie Palmer Mrs.Johnson
Coin Drive Raises funds for Cancer Research
September is childhood cancer awareness month, and Malad Elementary school students, in conjunction with the Rally foundation, raised over $1000 toward the cause of childhood cancer research.
Student Brielle Bird is one of the many kids across the county fighting cancer, and her fellow classmates raised funds through a coin collection drive to donate to the Rally foundation. A check was presented to the Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research during an assembly at the school.
Brielle Bird has been something of a local celebrity in the fight against childhood cancer over the last several months, and is a “Rally Kid”. She is 8 years old and fighting neuroblastoma for the second time.
Her Instagram is @briestrongerthancancer, and followers can check in with her journey and hear about her successes and how she deals with such an imposing situation.
Her mom Kendra, dad Mitch, little brother Knox, little sister Kenzley and little brother who attend school at Malad Elementary Rixton were all there as well, and have been her biggest and most vocal supporters throughout everything.
Emma Strong, Senior Manage with Rally Families and Advocacy overseeing Rally West, also attended the event to show the organization’s support for brave kids facing cancer diagnoses, and Brielle herself specifically.
Although Childhood Cancer Awareness month itself is over, the struggle is an ongoing one. Kids facing Brielle’s challenges can use all the support possible, and Malad Elementary School is a great example of the kind of support system that can be so important and impactful in letting those with a childhood cancer diagnosis know that that are seen and loved by their community.
#GOLDSTRONG and Rally On!
Malad Elementary Fi h Grade
Presents their VETERANS DAY Memorial Program
Please help us honor our Veterans on Monday, November 11 10:00 am and 7:00 pm at the Elementary Auditorium
All community members are invited.
States of America in saying “ ank You” to all members and veterans of the Armed Forces. For your service and sacri ces, we are forever grateful.
Ernest W. Jones Post #65 American Legion
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MES student collected coins during the fall to raise funds for the Rally Foundation, totalling over $1000!
Classrooms all got a chance to be a part of the effort to raise funds for cancer research.
Emma Strong, representing the Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research, stands with local girl Brielle Bird, whose fight against childhood cancer is being fought with the support of groups like Rally and the love of friends, family, and a large community.
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By Gramma Dot
As a kid, my lot was cast with about 70 distinct personalities five days a week, 36 weeks a year, for twelve solid years. Among those strong personalities were Chedder and Rand. Sometimes it was a bit of a burden, but most of the time it was pure entertainment. I have lots of stories, but somehow, I missed the Cookie Caper, and it’s a tale worth telling.
Brent and I went out to see Lois and Rand the other day and he told us about the time he and Chedder decided to bake cookies. Back in the good old days Lola Beeton was Queen of the Lunchroom and she and her crew made the best chocolate chip pan cookies in town. They were called pan cookies because they spread the thick batter out on a giant cookie sheet and then cut squares with a pizza cutter after the batter was baked. Clayne Jensen’s mom had the recipe and Chedder talked Clayne into getting it. So, you had a fifth-grade kid and his buddy (Rand) with the best recipe in town and they decided to bake. There wasn’t a lot of baking experience between the two of them.
As they got started, these two decided if one batch was good a double batch would be better, so they doubled the recipe. They measured carefully, knowing if you were doubling the batch everything in the recipe needed to be doubled. These two were using their math skills. Well, that was good to a point. Four cups of flour be-
ON THIS DAY
1786 The oldest musical organization in the United States is founded in Boston, Massachusetts as the Stoughton Musical Society
1800 It becomes illegal for women in Paris to wear trousers without a Police permit (annulled in 2013)
1907 Delta Signa Pi, a professional fraternity organized to foster the study of business in universities is founded at New York University
1910 The first air freight shipment (from Dayton, Ohio, to Columbus, Ohio) is undertaken by the Wright Brothers and department store owner Max Moorehouse
1916 Jeannette Rankin (Rep-RMontana) is elected to Congress as its first woman Representative
1918 The 1918 influenza epidemic spreads to Western Samoa, killing 7,542 (about 20% of the population) by the end of the year
1929 Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) opens in the Hecksh-
came eight and so on. The batter was ready, and they dumped it on a cookie sheet…one cookie sheet. They didn’t think about doubling that. Then, the recipe said 350 degrees and they doubled that, too. There was a problem here because the stove only went up to 500. They decided that would have to do, so into the hot oven they carefully balanced the sheet, filled to the top with batter. It didn’t take long for a burnt aroma to waft through the house, and when they checked, smoke was coming from the oven. Upon opening the oven door, they witnessed volcanic cookie dough pouring over the sides of the cookie sheet with smoke billowing. About that time Helen, Chedder’s mom, was coming up the sidewalk. If you didn’t believe in Divine Intervention before, this should convince you. Rand decided this was a family affair and he beat it out the backdoor. By the time Helen got in the house there were flames. She put out the fire and did not kill Chedder, both modern day miracles. He said this was the day he knew she loved him. Unfortunately, we all missed out on the double batch of chocolate chip pan cookies the next day.
I was chuckling about the whole thing and realized it is a Good Life when you jump in and try new things. Being engaged in life is what it is all about. Sometimes the cookies turn out and sometimes you just get a good story. The significant lesson here is that mom showed up in the nick of time and the kid learned just how much he was loved.
SCHOOL MENU
Malad Elementary Breakfast
Monday, November 11 - Cereal Assortment, French Toast Sticks, Juice/ Milk
Tuesday November 12 - Cereal Assortment, Muffins, Juice/Milk
Wednesday, November 13 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast on a Stick, Juice/ Milk
Thursday, November 14 - Cereal Assortment, Mini Pancakes, Juice/Milk
Malad Middle Breakfast
Monday, November 11 - Cereal Assortment, Churros, Juice/Milk
Tuesday, November 12 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast on a Stick, Juice/ Milk
Wednesday, November 13 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Pizza, Juice/ Milk
Thursday, November 14 - Cereal Assortment, Apple Breakfast Bites, Juice/Milk
Malad High Breakfast
Monday, November 11 - Cereal Assortment, Churros, Juice/Milk
Tuesday, November 12 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast on a Stick, Juice/ Milk
Wednesday, November 13 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast Pizza, Juice/ Milk
Thursday, November 14 - Cereal Assortment, Apple Breakfast Bites, Juice/Milk
Choices of Milk, Fresh Fruit & Veggies Served Daily in all Schools
Curlew Senior Citizens’ Menu
Every meal served with Juice/ Milk/Coffee & Salad Bar
Nov. 12 - Deli Sandwich, Noodle Salad, Roll, Fruit, Veggie, Dessert
Nov. 14 - Sweet & Sour Chicken, Fried Rice, Breadstick, Fruit, Dessert
Malad Elementary Lunch
Monday, November 11 – Mandarin Chicken Bowl, Breadstick, Food Choice – Broccoli or Fruit Cocktail
Tuesday, November 12 – Chicken Drumstick, Breadstick, Food Choice – Baked Beans or Applesauce
Wednesday, November 13 – Nachos w/ Beef, Food Choice – Corn or Orange
Thursday, November 14 – Mini Calzones, Garlic Bread, Food Choice –Celery Sticks or Pears
Malad Middle Lunch
Monday, November 11 – Southwest Burrito, Baked Fries, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Corn or Fruit Cocktail
Tuesday, November 12 – Chicken Parmesan, Breadstick, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Green Beans or Apple
Wednesday, November 13 – Tex Mex Mac, Breadstick, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks or Peaches
Thursday, November 14 – Chicken Sandwich, Chips, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Sliced Cucumbers or Pears
Malad High Lunch
Monday, November 11 – Southwest Burrito, Baked Fries, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Corn or Fruit Cocktail
Tuesday, November 12 – Chicken Parmesan, Breadstick, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Green Beans or Apple
Wednesday, November 13 – Tex Mex Mac, Breadstick, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Carrot Sticks or Peaches
Thursday, November 14 – Chicken Sandwich, Chips, Salad Bar, Food Choice – Sliced Cucumbers or Pears
Malad Senior Citizens’ Menu
Every meal served with Juice/ Milk/Coffee
Nov. 8 - Spaghetti w/Meat Sauce, Peas, Peaches, Dessert
Nov. 13 - Birthday Dinner, Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes, Rolls, Beets, Dessert
er Building in New York - its first exhibition features Cezanne, Gauguin, Seurat and van Gogh
1932 First broadcast of "Buck Rogers in the 25th century" on CBS-radio
1973 NJ becomes first state to allow girls into little league
1976 "Gone With The Wind", 1939 Oscar-winning film epic starring Vivien Leigh and Clark Gable, makes broadcast television debut on NBC; aired in two parts over consecutive nights; earns a then record 65% share of TV viewers
2009 Jerry Sloan becomes the first coach in NBA history with 1,000 win for one team after defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder
2019 Humans first walked upright 12 million years ago (not 6 million as previously thought), according to study of a new species of ape found in Bavaria, Germany, published in "Nature"
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LOOKING BACK
5 YEARS AGO (2019)
October 25th, 2019 turned out to be a beautiful sunny day. It was also a most special day for the Neal family. Their mother and grandmother, Peggy Wheeler Neal celebrated her 100th birthday!
Despite an early frost many children at Malad and Stone Elementary Schools were able to salvage the pumpkins they had made for Halloween and enter them in the Farm Bureau Pumpkin Contest. However, some children found that when they brought their frozen pumpkins inside and they thawed, they turned into a gooey mess! Other children who waited too long to purchase a pumpkin couldn’t find any in the stores because of the freeze.
Even though there were not quite as many pumpkins entered at Malad Elementary as in past years, pumpkins still lined one side of the long hallway, and every class was represented in the pumpkin contest. Awards were given for the Scariest, Funniest, Most Creative, Best Painted and Best Carved at Malad Elementary, and in addition, awards were presented to the Biggest and Smallest pumpkins. At Stone Elementary, those children participating received awards.
ATC Communications is proud to announce the winners of this year’s Halloween Decor Contest!
First place winners, Bryan and Terri Lyons, blew the contest wide open with their entire front yard tricked out for trick-or-treaters. The Lyons family took home a $60 gift basket and a month of FREE internet!
ATC’s second place winner, Shauna Mattox, featured a graveyard theme complete with a 10-foot tall ghost! Shauna was also awarded a month of FREE internet and a $40 gift basket.
ATC’s third place award was presented to Krista Blaisdell for her spider web display and giant ghost. Krista also took home a $30 gift basket treat. 10 YEARS AGO (2014)
The Malad High School volleyball team went undefeated at the 2014 2A Idaho State Volleyball Tournament to be crowned the 2A Idaho State Champions on Saturday, November 1, at Buhl High School. This year’s State Championship team members are Taber Paskett, Paityn Tripp, Jordan Hawkes, Bailey Hill, Sami Williams, Natalie Jensen, Lindsay Sorensen, Taya Thorpe, Hanah Peterson, Emmah Peterson, Bailey Wise, Rylee Tripp and Coach Camie Tripp.
Pumpkins lined the front hall of the Malad Elementary School last week for the annual Oneida County Farm Bureau pumpkin contest. Once again, it was a huge success featuring some of the most creative pumpkins around. Witches, mummies, gumball machines, and glittery princess pumpkins were just a few of the spectacularly decorated members of the squash family this year.
The Malad American Legion Ernest W. Jones Post 65 was once again recognized by the Idaho Army National Guard and honored with a Certificate of Appreciation. The Certificate of Appreciation presented to the Malad Post #65 indicated that the local Legionnaires provided military rites at 13 funerals during the past year. Besides providing military rites for deceased honorably discharged veterans, the local post presents military rites at the cemeteries on Memorial Day, including the cemetery at Washakie.
In addition, the Legion participates in the local 4th of July parade, present programs when requested and participate in Veterans’ Day and during other special occasions. The local post also surrounds the Malad City Cemetery on Memorial Day with U.S. flags. 15 YEARS AGO (2009)
“Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” took stage at Allen Drug and Variety to capture 1st place in the Chamber of Commerce Halloween Costume contest, large business category. Prince Charming is Richard Allen and Snow White is Robyn Morley. The evil queen is Annette Hess, and Marianne Crump, is the wicked witch. The Seven Dwarfs are Happy – Suzanne Layton, Dopey – Wendy Pope, Sleepy – Laura Jacobsen, Grumpy – Athena Boel, Sneezy –Julie Colton, Doc – Tina Bullcreek and Bashful – Linda Brown. Daisy Hollow won in the small category, with less than five employees, with Chris Jensen as a little devil and Wendy Owens as a perfect little angel.
50 YEARS AGO (1974) These youngsters are displaying jack o’lanterns made from pumpkins grown from seeds provided last spring by Oneida Farm Bureau Ladies.
Staci Ekstrom, left front, won prize for the funniest jack o’lantern; Diana Davis, biggest; Tim Ekstrom, scariest; Stacey Thomas, left rear, oddest, and Shannon Schwartz, prettiest shape. Each received $3.00.
In the contest for those who bought their pumpkins, $1.00 prizes went to Darron Price, Burke Price, Wendy Foster, Deanne Foster and Sherrie Napier.
Judges were Estella Jones, Laura Bowen and Ida Smith. FB Ladies’ chairman is Lou Williams and pumpkin contest chairman, Andrea Parry.
Elder Blake Origer has been called to serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Oklahoma City Spanish speaking mission.
‘Red’ Monte Thomas was the Grand Prize winner of “An Elk Hunt of a Lifetime” in a drawing at the Malad Fire Station. The Malad Volunteer Fire Department held the contest to raise money for the unit’s retired firemen. The hunt is sponsored by Petersen Trophy Hunts, White’s Sportsman’s Ranch Fishing and Birds, and Full Curl Taxidermy.
Timothy L. Kidd, 2005 graduate of Malad High School, has the honor of being a plank owner (i.e. original ship crew members) onboard the Navy’s USS New York during commissioning ceremonies.
20 YEARS AGO (2004)
Joyce Mizrahi found a beautiful Idaho fall day, between the recent rainstorms, to reach her life-long goal of walking the 23 miles from Holbrook to Malad. Joyce, along with Clark Madson, left Holbrook on their trek to Malad. They were accompanied by Kola Hanson for a short time. Joyce’s walk has raised almost $1,500 to be donated to the Christmas Box Angel Monument fund.
The Iron Door players are rehearsing for the Theater Guild’s production of “My Fair Lady”. Russ Miller and Susie Doying are playing Freddie and Eliza Doolittle. Jeff Richins is Colonel Higgins, Mark Alder is Colonel Pickering, Kareen Christen is Mrs. Higgins (Henry’s mother), Gary Jacobson is Alfred P. Doolittle (Eliza’s father), and Tina Bullcreek is Mrs. Pearce.
The Dragons brought home the Second Place Trophy from the Idaho State 2A Boy’s Cross Country Meet.
This year’s team included Andrew Hackmeister, Trevor Price, Steve Atkinson, Jake Sorensen, J.C. Corbridge, Shae Neal, Skyler Dorius and Robin Bullcreek.
30 YEARS AGO (1994)
The Oneida County Pink Ladies are again offering a helping hand to Oneida’s Long Term Care facility. Donna Vanderwood, Ruth Thomas and Harriet Chivers presented a check to Euarda Daniels, activity director and Dianna Jeppson, director of social services, for purchase of individual Christmas gifts for the residents.
Jamie Buttars, daughter of Craig and Kay Buttars, has graduated from New Horizons Beauty School in Logan.
The top Chili Cooks in the Malad Area Chamber of Commerce Halloween Chili Cook-Off were Laurie Wright, grand champion; Kathy Selee, first place; Bonnie Bott, second place; Judy Savage, third place; Neil Martin, fourth place; Trudy McMurtrey, honorable mention. Judges for the Cook-Off were Marie Neal, D.D. ‘Toad’ Bohn and Lisa Willie.
Lisa Lewis, Malad’s Junior Miss chairperson for 1994, has been named “Chairperson of the Year” by the State Junior Miss Committee.
Did you know that nine last names make up nearly one-fourth of the student body at Malad Junior and Senior High School? A breakdown of the most common last names show the following numbers: Jones – 19; Hess – 15:
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40 YEARS AGO (1984)
Ralph Bennett, Music Director at Malad High School, has been named one of four Jamboree Troop Scoutmasters for the Tendoy Area Council’s 1985 National Jamboree trip to Fort A.P. Hill, Virginia.
Elder Tony Tracy, son of Ross and Mary Ann Tracy, has accepted a mission call from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He will serve an 18-month mission in the Tempe, Arizona Mission.
Malad sent four to compete in “Make It Yourself With Wool” competition. Entered in the Senior Division are Paula Atkinson, Amy Waldron and Tamber Esplin and Barbara Waldron represented Oneida County in the Adult division.
The Oneida County Farm Bureau sponsored the annual “Pumpkin Contest”, at the Malad Elementary School. Those winning prizes and placing in the contest included the following: Kindergarten – Andy Hyer, Tallia Hess, Meagan Sperry and Dawn Swan; 1st Grade – Heidi Horsley, Melinda Willie, Kimberly Wittman and Phillip Atkinson; 2nd Grade – Tyra Burnett, Christy Starling, Jenny Hawkins and Lance John; 3rd Grade – Ryan Owens, Eric Horsley, Jolyn Leavitt and Jared Sweeten; 4th Grade – Dede Parry and Kimberly Thorpe; 5th Grade – Christy Winward, Jedd Waldron, Jenny Jensen and Chari Hyer; 6th Grade – Jesse Sweeten, Jennifer Evans, Annabel Ipsen, Katie Marble and Ann Marie Higley.
50 YEARS AGO (1974)
About 15 Malad residents, including several juveniles, and five Utah residents from the Garland-Tremonton area were involved in a fracas Friday evening that resulted in two Malad men being taken to the Oneida Hospital suffering from knife wounds.
Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise, displaying their Jack o’Lanterns made from pumpkins grown from seed provided last spring by the Oneida Farm Bureau Ladies are Staci Ekstrom for the funniest Jack o’Lantern; Diana Davis, biggest; Tim Ekstrom, scariest; Stacy Thomas, oddest and Shannon Schwartz, prettiest shape. Each received $3.00.
In the contest for those who bought their pumpkins, $1.00 prizes went to Darron Price, Burke Price, Wendy Foster, Deanne Foster and Sherrie Napier.
Judges were Estella Jones, Laura Bowen and Ida Smith. Farm Bureau Ladies chairman is Lou Williams and Pumpkin contest chairman, Andrea Parry.
Christy Jones, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Myron Jones, Jr. was selected a second attendant to the Ricks College Rodeo Queen.
The Duo Diode High Mu Amateur Radio Club have elected officers. Selected are Dick Thomas, president; David Jenkins, vice president; Tim Scott, secretary; Mark Jensen, net controller. 60 YEARS AGO (1964)
Retiring after 35 years in the grocery business is William H. Rutter, who sold his interest in the Millstream Grocery and Lockers to his partner, Errol Williams. Mr. Rutter started in the grocery business working for Horsley Brothers at Malad and later purchased the Millstream grocery from them. Mr. Williams, who will continue to manage the grocery, slaughterhouse, meat cutting operations and lockers, has been a partner with Mr. Rutter for 15 years. At a senior class meeting, “Shangri-La” was chosen as the theme for the Senior Ball. Also, the students voted for Mr. Senior with finalists Terrell Harris, Don Atkinson, Doug Williams, Wayne Shepherd and Mark Grover for Mr. Senior; Joan Ward, Lynn Smith, Geri Hanson, Nancy Thorpe, Rosalind Jones, Sandy Bowen and Linda Sue Evans for Miss Seniorette.
1964 Unofficial election returns of Oneida County shows the following results: For President – Lyndon Johnson (D) 760, Barry Goldwater (R) 1111; for Congress – Ralph Harding (D) 1142, George Hansen (R) 717; for State Senator – Russ Daniels (D) 968, John D. Tovey (R) 889; for Sheriff – Ken Wharton (D) 1363, Leland Morgan (R) 497; for Assessor – Warren Thomas (D) 569, Ralph Tovey (R) 1264; for Commissioner (Dist. 1) – J. Earl Caldwell (D) 1024, Jesse R. Dredge (R) 803; for Commissioner (Dist. 3) – George Neal (D) 921, Lloyd Hubbard (R) 901.
70 YEARS AGO (1954)
Melvin Williams, who recently returned from Korea where he has been stationed with the U.S. military forces for the past ten months, arrived from Fort Lewis, Washington where he received his release.
The Chamber has plans for a “Turkey Day Trot” dance, where the Malad High School football team will be honored and twelve turkeys given away in the evening.
The Malad High School football squad moved into first place in the Idaho Gem Ten League and clinched at least a tie for the championship as they trounced Buhl, the heretofore-unbeaten league leaders by a score of 28 to 0.
The game ended Coach AJay Jones’ Dragons competition in league play this season and they finished with a strong 6-1 won and lost record.
Accidental discharge of firearms caused nine of the 16 gun casualties reported from field and camp in Idaho during the first eight weeks of the 1954 hunting season, Ross Leonard, Idaho Fish and Game director, said this week. The 16 casualties resulted in six deaths and 10 woundings, Leonard said, all occurring after the opening of the mourning dove season on September 1.
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YEARS AGO (1944)
The Malad airport is nearing completion and will be placed in regular service in the very near future, A. H. Hadfield, assistant chief in the Civil Aeronautics Administration at Washington stated this week. Mr. Hadfield stated that the Malad Airport would be one of the most modern fields operated by the C.A.A.
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Gobblin’ It Up at Thanksgiving!
Fill out the entry blanks and return to the sponsoring merchants. Official entry blanks printed below or those provided by the merchants may be used. Deadline to enter is Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024. One turkey will be drawn at random in each sponsoring store on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024. Winners need not be present, and will be contacted by the stores to pick up the Gobblers!
2024 National FFA Convention
BY LEXIE EVANS
This past week, the Malad FFA chapter had the amazing opportunity to attend the 97th annual FFA National Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana. They attend the Convention to hear from influential keynote speakers, network with members from around the country, and develop communication and leadership skills within the National FFA Organization. FFA Expo was another great opportunity to network with other companies, colleges, and businesses throughout the nation.
We headed to Louisville, Kentucky to tour the Louisville Slugger Bat Factory and see how trees are processed from the forest, and made into bats. We learned how America’s most important industry leads to America’s favorite pastime. Then we got the opportunity to tour Churchill Downs and see everything that goes into raising, caring for, and training some of the greatest racehorses in America. We then visited the Indy 500 Speedway where we got to drive a lap around the race track then we gotta “kiss the
bricks” at the finish line. We learned about the history of the track and the great work that goes into preparing for every race.
Sheridan Brown interviewed one of our FFA members, Sabrina Niplo about her favorite part of the national convention. She said, “[seeing] so many people that believe in this organization”. This year the National FFA Organization reached its peak membership with one million active members, 72,954 thousand of those members attended the national convention.
Sheridan continued the interviews and it truly showed our FFA chapter’s excitement over The FFA National Convention. Dutch Potter said, “FFA convention is very fun and educational and I encourage other people to go” while Laney Coatney said, “I just think it is a good opportunity to meet new people, celebrate their accomplishments, and see what more the FFA has to offer us.”
The FFA National Convention brings FFA members from all over the nation together to celebrate their common goal of celebrating agriculture and growing leaders!
Dragon Doings
By The Malad High School Journalism Class
Red Ribbon Week at Malad High School
BY TAVANIE STEED
Each day during this week had their own dress-up theme, and on some days, some volunteers handed out different items to each of the students.
October 28th, students dressed up wearing their favorite colors of awareness including: Pink represents Breast Cancer, Amber represents Appendix Cancer, Red represents Blood Cancer, Yellow represents Bone Cancer, Silver represents Brain Cancer, Gold represents Childhood Cancer, Dark Blue represents Colorectal Cancer, Light Green represents Gallbladder & Bile Duct Cancer, Lilac represents Gastric Cancer, Orange represents Kidney Cancer, Dark Green represents Liver Cancer, White represents Lung Cancer, Eggplant Purple represents Pancreatic Cancer, Light Blue represents Prostate Cancer, Black represents Skin Cancer, and Dark Purple represents Testicular Cancer. Multi colored cancers include: Bladder Cancer, Thyroid Cancer, even Head and Neck Cancer.
October 29th was Twin Day! Students got to dress up with a friend trying to match identical with each other in many ways. On this day, the student council handed out red ribbon pins in the shape of the awareness ribbon symbol.
October 30th was wear Red Day, recognizing the death of a man named Enrique Camarena. At age 37, he was survived by his wife, Mika and their three children. This DEA agent was abducted by armed men on February 7th, 1985 and later killed, inspiring the campaign now known as Red Ribbon Week. October 31st was wear your Halloween costume!
Trip to USU Preschool
BY BELLA MCCULLOUGH & JADEN PRICE
On October 29th Malad High School’s Parenting and Child Development class made a trip to Utah State Universities(USU) Preschool. When they arrived at USU they were taken into the daycare and were introduced to the different age groups; junior preschool, toddlers, and infants. Then they had been brought to an observation room to observe the way the student teachers interacted and spoke with the infants. They also were told to observe the way the room was set up and the activities being done. After observing the infants they went on to the USU Family Life Center to learn about the different classrooms and classroom set-ups. There they had mainly seen 4-5 year olds and young infants. Many of the students who attended the field trip said that the experience was pretty great and everyone was super sweet and inviting.
Cross Country State Championships
BY SAMANTHA SCHRENK AND ADI SCHOW
On November 2nd, the cross country team participated in the Idaho High School Activities Association 3A Cross Country Championship race at Eagle Island State Park near Boise, Idaho. Both the boys’ and girls’ teams qualified to compete, and both placed in the top 5 teams bringing home trophies, individual medals, and memories that would endure a lifetime.
On the previous day, the teams departed for Boise and were able to preview the course upon arrival. This allowed the runners to envision their race plan and prepare for the competition ahead. The following morning, the runners were awake bright and early. However, not everyone had a good night’s rest. Levi Angell, one of the top runners on the team, contracted the stomach flu during the night. However, the next morning, Levi was still able to race, and greatly assisted the team in taking second place. Levi ended up placing 20th in the race, Brycen Talbot placed 16th, and Boston Burbidge third.
The girl’s team also found success, placing fourth as a team. Although the course was fairly easy, the majority of it being flat, but a downpour of rain and the biting cold presented a challenge. Aezlyn Summers placed seventh in the race and Kaycee Venable placed 19th. The rest of the girls on the team were able to work together during the race to push each other and to achieve victory over Firth, a rival team.
In conclusion, the Dragon Runners thank their parents, fans, and coaches for a successful season. They were able to work extremely hard, achieving great results at State.
IHSAA 3A Cross Country Championships Sat, Nov 2, 2024 Eagle Island State Park, ID
5,000 Meters 3A Women’s Varsity
10 teams/72 racers
Overall team placing- 4th
Individual Results
7. Aezlyn Summers 19:55.48
19. Kaycee Venable 20:48.74
27. Kallee Talbot 22:00.02
28. Ellie Angell 22:00.59
29. Brielle Bastian 22:02.42
30. Samantha Schrenk 22:05.18
33. Adi Schow 22:20.70
5,000 Meters 3A Men’s Varsity
13 teams/98 racers
Overall team placing - 2nd
Individual Results
3. Boston Burbidge 16:15.95
16. Brycen Talbot 17:32.46
20. Levi Angell 17:40.98
29. Braun Nalder 17:57.35
33. Carter Smith 18:10.46
35. Jaxon Blaisdell 18:13.06
50. Brex Martinsen 18:50.42
The big news for Malad City for November is that the long-awaited Bannock Street Reconstruction Project will go to bid this month. After seven years! It has taken a long time to get to this point, and we appreciate the patience of all businesses and citizens.
The project will be funded by four grants. Malad City will be responsible for a portion of the construction costs. The following is a short explanation of the project and the grants received:
STP Rural Grant 1 – approx. $4.3 million for Phase 1 Bannock Street from 100 West to 300 West. This phase will involve roadway reconstruction with sidewalk, curb & gutter, catch basins, and piping. City match is 7.34%
FEMA Grant – approx. $1 million for construction of retention basin and pipe to City property along Bush Avenue. City match is 10%
TAP Grant – approx. $650,000 for Phase 2 Bannock Street from 300 West to the railroad tracks. This phase will provide for sidewalk, curb, gutter, catch basins, and piping. City match is 7.34%
ITD Grant – awarded $1.96 million for Phase 2 Bannock Street from 300 West to 500 West for roadway reconstruction. No city match.
Malad City was also awarded a U.S. Forest Service grant of $1 million for trees, a gravel pathway, and sprinkler systems in the north half of the south park (current walking path) and the property north of the walking path where the retention basin will be built. The City has four years to spend the funds, and there is no match.
In addition, the Malad City was awarded an LHRIP Grant for $100,000 for 100 West from the Library to 4-Points for a new asphalt overlay and possibly a sidewalk on the west side. These funds need to be spent by September 30, 2026, and there is no city match.
The city will hold a public meeting on Tuesday evening, November 12, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the Oneida County Events Center located at 459 S. Main Street. Invitations will be sent to all property owners along Bannock Street in the impact area, Hess Pumice, Oneida County, Oneida County EMS, Oneida County School District, and the Malad Volunteer Fire Department.
The discussion at the meeting will cover property access by property owners, detour routes, time schedule, and setting up a Local Improvement District to cover the city’s cost share. Those attending may ask questions and share any concerns that you may have regarding the project.
Any member of the public is welcome to attend the meeting if you are interested, even if you will not be directly impacted. Everyone in Oneida County will be impacted in one way or the other by the project because of Bannock Street being a major thoroughfare.
The Malad FFA Chapter recently attended the FFA National Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana. While in the area, they visited Churchill Downs.
FFA is a strong program in Oneida County, and continues to grow and give students opportunities like this national outing.
The group visited Louisville, KY, and toured the Louisville Slugger Bat Factory to see how trees are processed from the forest, and made into bats. “We learned how America’s most important industry leads to America’s favorite pastime,” FFA advisor Lexie Evans noted.
Happy Anniversary
David Evans. November 11 would be 53 years. Little by little, we let go of loss, but never of love. Death ends a life. Not a relationship! Love is something eternal and I will always love you. Gloria
NEWS OF RECORD
ONEIDA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
Xander James Merja, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50 MALAD CITY
Kody Bruce Barber, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50 Sally S Keele, Presto, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
Copeland B Orr, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50
James Drue Palmer, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50 IDAHO STATE POLICE
Aleksa Janicic, Bothwell, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50 MAGISTRATE COURT
Connor Michael McGrane, Blackfoot, frequenting place where controlled substance is used, manufactured, cultivated, held, delivered, given, $102.50, costs $232.50, 30 days jail, 30 days jail suspended, 12 months probation – Anency: ISP
Oscar Mejia Sosa, Driggs, use or possess drug paraphernalia with intent to use, $102.50, costs $197.50 – Agency: ISP
Mail or drop o at the The Idaho Enterprise, P.O. Box 205, Malad Idaho 83252 100 E. 90 S., Malad, Idaho 208-766-4773
OBITUARIES
Margaret Ruth Myers Rees was born on September 11, 1942, to Lowell Winston Myers and Isobel Iliff Russell Snow in Warren, Pennsylvania. Margaret spent her early childhood there until the family farm tragically burned down when she was in second grade, leaving them to rebuild from nothing. Seeking a fresh start, the family relocated to Texas, where Margaret completed her education and graduated from Waco High School in Waco, Texas. As a young woman, she cultivated a love for music, mastering several instruments, and dedicated herself to volunteer work.
At the age of 10, Margaret and her family were baptized into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a faith she held dear throughout her life. After graduating, the family moved to Utah, and then briefly to Oregon, before Margaret returned to Utah to attend Utah State University. There, she majored in Child Development and Elementary Education with a minor in Science, leading to a successful career of over 40 years as an elementary school teacher. Known for her hard work and commitment, Margaret also took on other part-time jobs over the years to support her family and enrich her life.
While moving between various homes along the Wasatch Front, Margaret raised her five children— Michael, Tracy, Melissa, Jennifer, and Darren—with boundless love and dedication. Being a mother was one of Margaret’s greatest joys. She poured her heart into nurturing each of them, instilling values of kindness, resilience, and faith. Margaret’s home was a place of comfort, where she embraced the beautiful chaos of raising a big family. Her children knew her as their fiercest advocate and biggest fan, a constant source of strength and warmth that stayed with them throughout their lives. She created a legacy that continues to guide and inspire them and the generations to come.
In the early spring of 1989, Margaret met the love of her life and eternal companion, Delbert Clyde Rees. Their connection was immediately inseparable, and they married shortly after on May 4, 1989. Their bond was strong and unwavering, and they were later sealed for time and all eternity in the Jordan River Temple (Utah) on September 28,1991. Together, they shared a passion for gardening and dreamed of leaving the
“city life” behind. In 1999, they fulfilled that dream, moving to Malad, Idaho, where they built a beautiful home and transformed their property into a garden oasis. There, they hosted seasonal family gatherings, creating cherished memories for all who visited.
Margaret enjoyed her retirement, dedicating herself to her many talents and interests. She was an award-winning quilter and seamstress, and she loved canning, music, gardening, and genealogy. Her most beloved church callings were Choir Director and Family Historian, where she served both joyfully for many years. Margaret’s faith in her Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ was a cornerstone of her life, and she loved sharing her testimony with others.
She had a deep love for God, her country, and a little bit of a soft spot for Mel Gibson.
Margaret is survived by her brother, William Harvey Myers; her children: Tracy (Stephanie) Anderson, Melissa (Greg) Castagno Pearson, Jennifer (Michael) Nebeker, and Darren (Stefanie) Rees; 14 Grandchildren (plus spouses), & 10 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death and lovingly reunited with her husband, Delbert Clyde Rees; her son, Michael Anderson; her parents; her brother, Robert Clark Myers; and her sister, Elizabeth Ann Myers.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, November 7, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at the Malad LDS Stake Center, 1250 N. 1100 W. Malad, Idaho. A viewing will be held prior to the service from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Margaret’s legacy of love, resilience, and devotion will live on in the hearts of her family and friends. She will be deeply missed…. until we meet again! Margaret Ruth Myers Rees September 11, 1942 ~ November 1, 2024 Margaret Ruth Myers Rees
OBITUARIES
Nancy Thomas Nalder
March 6, 1944 ~ October 30, 2024
Our loving mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and friend, Nancy Thomas Nalder, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2024, in Brigham City, Utah, after a long and courageous battle with multiple sclerosis and more recently cancer. Born on March 6, 1944, in Malad, Idaho, to Stanley and Erma Peterson Thomas, she was the eldest of eight children. Nancy grew up in Malad where she was often found helping her mother at home or working beside her father at the family owned grocery store. She graduated from Malad High School in 1962 and Brigham Young University in 1966, earning an elementary education degree. She worked as a full-time and substitute teacher for over 25 years. In 1967, she married her high school sweetheart and love of her life, Lynn Nalder, of Holbrook, Idaho, and son of Vernal and Evelyn Nalder. Together they raised five children over the years in Shelley, Blackfoot, Malad, and Pocatello, Idaho.
Following Lynn’s passing from coronary heart disease at the young age of 42, she took on the immense challenge of raising her children as a widowed mother, demonstrating strength, perseverance, and a fiercely positive attitude every day of her life. Her faith and love for her family were her guiding anchors and the steadfast bond that held everything together, often through life’s most challenging moments. While she resided in many different places throughout her life, her heart always remained in Malad where she maintained many lifelong friendships.
After Nancy’s children were grown, she moved to Salt Lake City and devoted her life to serving in various volunteer church assignments, including genealogy, managing membership records, and assisting as a phone operator in the Salt Lake Temple. Her commitment and love for her faith touched the lives of many and reflected her deep dedication to service. She enjoyed living at the Gateway Condos for 15 years in downtown Salt Lake City where she had access to the underground tunnels between her home and the Church Office Building. She would occasionally hitch a ride on the golf transport carts with friends and church leaders living in her building, including President Gordon B. Hinkley. She was a daily regular at the Nauvoo Cafe in the nearby Joseph Smith Building.
Nancy Thomas Nalder
When her health deteriorated in 2017, Nancy moved to The Gables assisted living community in Brigham City where for the past seven years she was dearly loved by the staff and other residents who became like family. A faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she held her faith close and inspired others with her warmth, kindness, sense of humor and enduring optimism.
She is survived by her children: Sherlyn (Dennis) Jenkins, Dover, MA; Layne Nalder, Pocatello, ID; Lynette (Dale) Green, Perry, UT; Lynisa (Chad) Peck, West Jordan, UT; and Dustan (Morgan) Nalder, Meridian, ID. She is also survived by four siblings: Ann (Jon) Ward, Reno, NV; Tim (Gretchen) Thomas, Ketchum, ID; Connie (Doug) Albrechtsen, Providence, UT; and Ned (Cherlynn) Thomas, Henderson, NV. Nancy was preceded in death by her husband Lynn Nalder; parents, Erma and Stanley Thomas; and three brothers: David Thomas, Dennis Thomas, and Marvin Thomas. She has 20 grandchildren and one great granddaughter. We are forever grateful to The Gables Assisted Living and Aegis Home Health and Hospice for their tender care. Funeral services will be held Friday, November 8, 2024, 12:00 p.m. at the historic Malad Second Ward Tabernacle, 20 South 100 West, Malad, Idaho. A viewing will be held in Malad on Thursday, November 7, 2024, 7:00-8:00 p.m. at the Horsley Funeral Home, 132 West 300 North, and again prior to the funeral service from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Burial will be at the Holbrook, Idaho Cemetery.
Connie Elvene Beeton Jensen
May 19, 1934 ~ October 29, 2024
Connie Elvene Beeton was born on May 19, 1934, in Malad City, Idaho to Lola Eliza Petersen Beeton and Lloyd Beeton. At that time, they were farming and living in Holbrook. When it was time for Connie to go to school Connie went to live with her grandmother Zina Petersen in Malad as Lloyd didn’t believe the schools were good enough out in Holbrook. In time her parents moved into Malad, and the family was reunited. By that time, she had a sister Neva Lucille and a brother Sheldon Lloyd. Connie graduated from Malad City high school in 1952. She went to work for the local grocery store.
She met the man she would marry when she was 13. Gene Jensen’s brother Lynn was remodeling the family home. They did not date until later of course but there must have something that ignited a little flame at that time. Perhaps Gene was waiting for her to grow up.
Connie and Gene were married the day after she turned 21 on May 20, 1955. The lived in Downey for a bit where their first daughter Lynette was born. Their second daughter Roxanna was also born in Downey and finally their son Darin was born in Pocatello where they settled and raised their family.
Connie attended Idaho State Vocational School graduating with a Marketing with Management Degree. After the passing of Gene in 1983 Connie took a job at The Fabric Store. Sewing was one of the many hobbies she had so this was an enjoyable place for her. She also embroidered, liquid embroidered, crocheted and quilted. But top on the list of enjoyable hobbies for Connie was gardening. She gardened until the year she passed away. She held several callings in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Most proudly she assisted with the care and restoration of the Ward library.
Connie was the last of her generation having outlived everyone of “The Greatest Generation”. She is survived by her children Lynette (Joe) Gaitan, Roxanna Jensen and Darin Jensen, Grandchildren Tara Lyn (Chris) Ratto, AJ Gaitan & Evie Brubak, Great grandchildren Mia Ratto, Sophie Ratto and Kalena Ratto.
Connie passed away from heart failure at the home of her daughter Roxanna Jensen with her children nearby. Her children would like to express the greatest of thank yous to SYMBII for the loving attention and care given to Connie during her hospice. Their assistance was invaluable
Friends and family may attend a memorial followed by a graveside service at Horsley Funeral Home in Malad, Id on Monday November 4, 2024 at 12:00 p.m.
Joe L. Williams
August 25, 1942 ~ November 2, 2024
Joe L Williams, 82, a long-time resident of Plain City, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on Saturday, November 2, 2024.
The only child of Joseph Leigh and Martha Faye Jensen Williams, Joe was born on August 25, 1942, in Malad, Idaho. He was raised and schooled in Malad. An outstanding athlete and natural leader, Joe was Captain of his football and wrestling teams, and Senior Class Vice President of the Malad High Dragons, graduating in 1960. Joe then attended Ricks College where he finished his undefeated wrestling career by winning the Division 2 National Championship. He graduated with an AAS degree from Ricks in 1962 and then honorably served a 2-year mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Western States Mission.
Upon returning, he enrolled at BYU where he met his sweetheart and eternal companion, Deanna Lee Peterson. They were sealed for time and all eternity in the St. George Temple on September 9, 1966. In 1967, their daughter, Sheri joined the family. A son, James, came along in 1970.
Joe graduated from BYU with his master’s degree, then attended the University of Texas in Galveston, graduating with a degree in Physical Therapy.
Joe worked for Intermountain Healthcare, traveling with his family to many states, principally working at Mercy Hospital in Fort Scott, Kansas and later McKay-Dee Hospital in Ogden. He started his own practice, Roy Physical Therapy, which he maintained for over 20 years.
Among his hobbies, Joe was a passionate horseman and loved racing his quarter horses and thoroughbreds at Wyoming Downs, where he participated for many years in the sport. Joe was very service-oriented and active member of the Church. Among his callings he loved serving as a scout leader. Joe was a master gardener and maintained a massive garden at his Plain City home, from which he shared an abundance of produce with his neighbors.
Joe was a sportsman throughout his life, an avid camper and fisherman, and a huge BYU fan, watching and cheering on his team to the very last.
He will be remembered most for his ability to make people laugh, his enduring kindness, and for his gentle servant soul. He would help anyone who needed it.
Joe is survived by his wife of 58
years, Deanna L. Williams, Plain City; daughter, Sheri (Kristina Henderson) Williams, Sunset; and son, James Edward Williams, Roy; two grandchildren, Tori (Jacob) Jones, Ogden, and Kelly James Williams, Plain City, UT. Joe was preceded in death by his father at a young age, by two infant sons, Joe L and John Paul, and then by his mother. They are now reunited.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, November 8, 2024, at 11 a.m. at the Plain City 10th Ward Chapel, 2132 West 2700 North, Farr West. Friends may visit with family on Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lindquist’s North Ogden Mortuary, 2140 N. Washington Blvd. and Friday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the church. Interment, Plain City Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests Memorial Contributions in Joe’s honor be made directly to the Huntsman Cancer Institute: https://healthcare.utah.edu/huntsmancancerinstitute/foundation/waysto-give. Condolences may be shared at: www. lindquistmortuary.com.
Vicki Mae Robbins
May 17, 1953 ~ October 26, 2024
Vicki Mae Robbins, 71, of Marbleton, Wyoming passed away at her home October 26, 2024 with her Goldendoodle Bohannon by her side.
Vicki was born May 17, 1953 in Malad, Idaho to Hulbert Merlin and Ruth Victoria (Anderson) Robbins. She grew up and received her formal education in Malad.
Vicki Mae was a selfless passionate fighter; she had an amazing way of connecting with people and she would always make it a point to let you know she remembered you. Whether Vicki was your Mom, or a Sister, Aunt, cousin, or special friends that called her Mom, she would always make sure you knew you were loved. She was always working on a project turning her new house into a warm and welcoming home, keeping her yard in tip-top shape, or just relaxing with a cup of coffee listening to her favorite native Indian music.
Vicki is survived by her children, April Victoria (Rob) Crooks, Jayci Adriann Minjares (Jareb Latter) and Cody Francisco Minjares; her siblings David Wayne (Peggy) Robbins, Richard Charles (Sue) Robbins, Merlin Dale Robbins, Milton Lars (Melanie) Robbins, Rex Grant (Sarah) Robbins & Mary Ann (David) Reel; grandchildren Cheyenna Victoria (Casey) Stanger, Kruz Julio Stanger, Jayden Alan Dembowski, Kaylee Sierra Minjares, Kashius Cody Minjares & Denali Minjares.
Vicki Mae Robbins
She is preceded in death by her parents Hulbert Merlin and Ruth Victoria Robbins and her siblings Thomas Merlin Robbins, Marion Eloise Robbins Grover, Catherine Helen Robbins, Hazel Berniece Jones, Helen Frances Robbins, John Victor Robbins, Ruth Eileen Williams & Alvin Wilford Robbins.
A celebration of life is planned for family and close friends Sat. Nov. 23rd at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 20 S. 100 W. Malad City ID 83252 at 10:00 AM. Memorial contributions in her memory can be made to her daughter, April on Venmo at venmo@AprilCrooks.
Joe L. Williams
Connie Elvene Beeton Jensen
MHS Cross Country ends season strong at state
BY ALLISON ELIASON
The Malad Cross Country team returned home from the IHSAA state meet loaded down with hardware, won at both the individual and team level by driven and determined Dragon racers. Flying high with adrenaline and sheer exhilaration for her team’s impressive work, Head Coach Tia Talbot shared, “ I’m just so proud of them! There is something about this team. They were so determined and confident they could do it and they did. I can’t say it enough- I’m just so proud of them.”
For the second year in a row, both the MHS Men’s and Women’s teams qualified to race in the final state meet of the season. The Men’s team was led with seasoned members including senior Brycen Talbot, running in his fourth straight XC state race, and juniors Boston Burbidge and Levi Angell.
The experience, grit and willpower motivated the boys team to an over-
all 2nd place finish as well as three top twenty medaling finishes. Burbidge finished first for Malad, earning an incredible 3rd place finish with a new personal best time of 16:15.95 for the 3000M (1.86 mile) course. Talbot placed 16th at 17:32.46, followed closely by Angell in 20th place at 17:40.98. The race was highly competitive with just under two minutes from the first place finish to the 20th and only 15 seconds deciding places 11-20.
The Lady Dragons XC team was made up largely by young freshman races that had far less experience at the state level, but made up for it with incredible grit and resolve. Leading the charge for the MHS women’s team was Aezlyn Summers, coming in to the finish line in 7th place and with a personal best of 19:55.48. Kaycee Venable medaled with Summers as she earned 19th place at 20:48.74, also a personal best. Finding strength and confidence
Lady Dragons take Second at State; Finish another strong year
BY ALLISON ELIASON
As 3A district champions, the Lady Dragon volleyball team competed in the final IHSAA 3A state tournament held in Moscow, Idaho October 31-November2. Over the course of the three day tournament, the Malad team proudly competed with the best of the state. After five long, intense matches the team earned 2nd place behind the three time state champion team of Melba.
To begin the tournament, Malad was once again pitted against the West Side Pirates. They may have been the team the Lady Dragons had the most experience against but that didn’t mean that it wouldn’t be a challenge. Like the previous games, West Side brought their very best efforts to the court. Playing into the third set of the match, the Malad found themselves trailing 16-3 despite having won the previous two sets, 25-19 and 25-8.
After the Lady Dragons earned the serve again, Izzy Haycock stepped up to the line to begin the play with a near impossible serve to pass. Between her tough serves and the tightened up defense, Malad suddenly found themselves back on top to win the game, 25-20
Friday brought their second match of the tournament against third ranked Ambrose. Going up against the nearly equally matched team was the toughest competition the MHS team had seen in more than 20. In fact, many questioned how the team might handle the loss of even a single set as they went up against
a more skilled team. Their battle against Ambrose proved they weren’t there to give up when things got hard. They were in it for the long haul.
The Lady Dragons found themselves down 0-5 to begin their opening game against Ambrose. Finally the ball began bouncing their way, but there was significant room on the scoreboard to make up. Despite pulling ahead by one point, Malad was unable to maintain the lead and lost 22-25.
The loss of their first set in more than 60 did little to frustrate or deter the Lady Dragons from their goal- one more win. Settling into the second game of the match, Malad once again found themselves trailing. As the game began to close out and it seemed the Lady Dragons would drop another set, they began to battle back, putting up 9 points while only giving up 1.
A series of stellar blocks, big digs and hard hits slowly began to shift things in Malad’s favor. With momentum on their side, the team tied Ambrose at 22. Liv Nelson, one point later, put up a play-ending block to get to game point with Brinley Clark strategically tipped past the double block to win the match 25-22.
Over the course of the four set match, Nelson would land 15 blocks in addition to 26 soft blocks to lead her team and deter the Ambrose attack with outside hitter Clark leading the team in hits against Ambrose with 24 kills to win the next two games 25-20 and 25-10.
Advancing to the next stage of the tournament, the Lady Dragons were set
running together, Kallee Talbot, Ellie Angell, Brielle Bastian, and Samantha Schrenk came across the finish line one after another with Adi Schow just three places behind. Their speed, strategy and teamwork earned the young races an overall 4th place finish, something they could hardly be more surprised and equally proud of.
Coach Talbot shared that coming into the race she and her team knew that finishing in the top teams was a realistic goal but it didn’t mean that there weren’t challenges to overcome along the way. The night before the race, Angell fell sick and was unsure if he would be able to compete. Freshman alternate Dawson Beutler stood ready to step up if needed, but he and his team knew that the only way they would stand a chance at bringing home a trophy was if Angell ran his race.
Still feeling weak and unwell, Angell lined up at the starting line with his team. It might not have been his best race, but it was just enough for a top 20
finish and just enough to help his team with their second place finish.
Earlier in the season, Coach Talbot had scheduled to bring her team to race on what she knew would be the state meet course. Due to later conflicts, the team had to pull out of the race, which meant that her young team would be running the course for the very first time in their final race of the season.
“It’s a difficult course with a steep hill, varying terrain and even sandy stretches,” said Coach Talbot. But this challenge was just another that the MHS XC met head on.
Looking back just days after the exciting weekend of races, Coach Talbot says, “I get chills every time I think about everything this team has done to accomplish what they have. They have been running in June, pushing themselves for months and it has paid off. Already we are looking forward to the next season because this team just has something special.”
to face the reigning champion team, the Melba Mustangs. Malad came out to win the first set of the match 25-19, but dropped the second set, 22-25, and then third, 18-22.
With everything on the line in the fourth set, the Lady Dragons once again played with resilience and grit to keep in the game. The back row defense continued to amaze as they popped up dig after dig. Libero Riglee Peterson tallied 36 digs in the match followed closely by Haycock with 35 and Paityn Ward with 33. Senior Brylee Oglesbee served a series of from the back court that the Mustangs found impossible to gain any ground on and played a significant role in their 25-22 win. Down the final set of the match capped at 15, Melba took an early lead that Malad unfortunately couldn’t climb back from, losing 10-15.
The Nampa Christian Trojans were next to take the court with the Lady
Dragons. And despite already having played five intense sets just previously, Malad swept the match in three quick games, going 25-19, 25-16, and 25-20. Defeating the Trojans set the Lady Dragons in the final championship game with Melba once again. Unfortunately, having already played two consecutive games left little fuel for the final match of the day and the MHS team lost the match 0-3. The loss was indeed a disappointment but it couldn’t overshadow the great accomplishment of earning the 2nd place title.
Head Coach Camie Tripp shared, “Our girls showed up big time!! I was so proud of how well they battled. Those Melba outsides were big and they hid HARD. We did an amazing job of adjusting and blocking and diffing. Our girls are competitors and they showed their grit and heart time and time again! They fought like Dragons and made me proud!”
Dragons end positive season with tough play-in loss
BY ALLISON ELIASON
The Friday night lights have officially been turned off for the Malad Dragon football team to close out their 2024 season. Playing the West Side Pirates for the second time this year on November 1, the Malad had a shot at the state play-off tournament. Unfortunately it just isn’t the cards for the growing team, despite their great progress this season. West Side scored early in their opening drive despite great defensive efforts by Malad. On their following drive, the Dragons began to
move the ball down the field, getting two first downs on consecutive plays with a quarterback keeper by Easton Green followed by a short catch and dash by Drake Morrison. But two incomplete passes and runs for losses kept them from a necessary third first down and stopped their offensive drive.
The defense led by Justin Toone and Holden Tubbs had a number of impressive tackles lending to crucial stops as West Side took possession of the ball. Unfortunately it wasn’t enough to keep the Pirates from hitting the end zone again and they
were quickly down 0-14 in the first minutes of the second quarter.
An interception on the next Dragon drive lent another Pirate touchdown to spread to the score 0-21. With two more touchdowns before the end of the half, the score was 0-35. The Malad defense allowed only one more score in the second half to end the game 0-43.
Ending the season with a loss is by no means how any team wants to end the season. But the reality of post-season playoffs and tournaments is that only one team will end their season with a win. The rest are
forced to look for the good throughout the season to motivate them on to the next.
Head Coach Brady Price shared how proud he was of the growth and progress he and his staff have seen this season. Both offense and defense have shown promising potential that makes the future seem bright after the end of a long season. He said, “I am really proud especially of the work the seniors put in to make the program better. We feel that the program is gaining momentum and can really build off of this year.”
The Lady Dragons finished in 4th at State.
The MHS men finished a strong second at the state tournament.
MHS Lady Dragons took second at state behind the powerhouse team from Melba.