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Three more seek to fill vacant TSD Board seat Scott Stuntz TVN Staff The Teton District 401 School Board has more names to consider to fill Carol Dansie’s vacant seat. She stepped down since she and her family are moving to Jackson. Former board member David Heinemann joins Victor resident Cathy Thomas, Sue Muncaster and Ben Kearsley on the list of Heinemann names to be considered at the board’s special session on April 10. The board scheduled the meeting to review candidates and the new member will be appointed at the regular meeting April 14. Heinemann lives in Victor and served on the board until last year when he lost his seat to Dansie. One of the main Sue Muncaster issues in the race was a debate on whether the district should move to a four-day school week. No Heinemann opposed the Photo move and was criticized after Available he made comments that made it seem that he did not care about student’s opinions. He Ben Kearsley said he deeply regrets the words he chose, but is still against a four-day week. Other than that mistake, he said he has “very few regrets on any decisions I made.” Heinemann has a master’s degree in educational administration from the University of Texas at Austin. He worked as the college counselor at Marin Academy in San Rafael, California for five years and spent the past seven as the college counselor and academic dean at the Jackson Hole Community School. From those experiences, Heinemann said he’s learned that students need to be challenged and driven by parents and educators to achieve. “You can push kids and have very high expectations of them, and it doesn’t necessarily create stress,” he said. Dansie served in the Zone 3 board seat as some controversial issues were brought before the board, including the possible changing of the high school’s mascot and public outcry, from different view points, to how the teaching of the book “Bless Me, Ultima” was handled. Heinemann made it clear, though, that it was not any one challenge the board faced in his absence, that caused him to want to resume his position. “Our education system should be such that everyone can unite behind it, and right now, we don’t have that,” he said, explaining that when the district asks residents to support a new bond, voters need to feel confident in the school board. He said a board member’s job includes knowing when, and when not to, bend to public outcry.
County approves largest ever capital purchase from emergency fund Jason Suder TVN Staff The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has approved the largest capital purchase ever made through an allocation of contingency fund money. This comes with an impending $1 million to $3 million county expenditure to repair or replace the faulty landfill cap, according to the last estimates from Teton County Engineer Jay Mazalewski, a project the Department of Environmental Quality may force the county to begin as soon as August. The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality is requiring the county to do something about the cap after run-off was discovered flowing from an old drain pipe. Although county administrators do not know how the landfill cap repair will be funded, at the March 20 BOCC meeting, commissioners approved allocating $40,000 from the contingency fund to purchase new bleachers at the fair grounds. The fair board had only requested $5,000 for new bleachers in fiscal year 2014 budget, but with the county’s contribution, an additional 1,000 people will be able to attend fair ground events, raising the total spectator capacity to around 1,500. The discussion continued into the April 4 BOCC meeting, as Harley Wilcox, president of the fair board, requested another $6,000 from the contingency fund to make the bleachers up to American with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. Although initial intent was not to build the bleachers to ADA standards but rather allow handicap access somewhere else onsite, at the recommendation of Mazalewski, they felt it is a worthwhile amenity. The fair board also sits on $247,000 of donated money, as per the FY214 annual budget, that has been reserved to build an enclosed rodeo arena out of the covered amphitheater section at the fairgrounds. At a previous meeting, they approved spending “whatever
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Views on Redskin issue largely unchanged since last year Scott Stuntz TVN Staff When the Teton School District Board of Trustees tabled the discussion on whether to change the Teton High School mascot from “Redskins” last year, they set April as when the board would take up the issue again. However, the agenda for the board’s next regular meeting on April 14, does not list an agenda item for the mascot name change. The mascot is also not set to appear on the agenda for the board’s special session on April 10. Board member Delwyn Jensen said, for him, it is a matter of priorities.
“I think we have better things to talk about that are a little more important and pressing than the cartoon character that runs around the high school,” he said. Specifically, Jensen cited the overcrowding at the district’s elementary schools and the board’s upcoming decision on whether, and where, to build new schools. “We’re wondering where we’re going to stick students next year,” he said. District Superintendent Monte Woolstenhulme, who originally proposed changing the mascot in June of 2013, said, “my position hasn’t changed on the issue, but I take my direction from the board, so I’m going
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Scott Stuntz/Rachael Horne TVN Staff At around 3:15 p.m. Monday, April 7, several units from Teton County Fire and Rescue responded to a house fire east of Victor at 496 East 8500 South. The family of six living in the house lost everything. When the fire started, the only family members at home were a daughter and a young son, but they escaped with no injuries. An ambulance also responded, but no one was taken to the hospital. Teton County firefighters respond to a house fire at 8500 South in Victor. The family declined to give their names, but the father is employed by Carson Concrete in Victor. The business displaced from their home, but were able the backside and windows” of the home is acting as a make-shift donation center. to stay with family members on Monday when fire services arrived. Jacki Cooke, who is also employed by night. Cooke said they are looking for Fire and Rescue sent two fire engines, Carson Concrete, is fielding phone calls an interim place to live, preferably some two tenders and three command vehicles from anyone wishing to help, and she is place furnished. They are also looking to the scene. Chief Earl Giles said the in touch with the family. To help, call for a longer-term rental that they can initial “knockdown” phase of fighting the 787-2160. later furnish. fire took only 10 minutes, and crews spent Cooke said the family was likely Don Thompson lives near the home much longer making sure the fire was working on purchasing some of the basic that burned. He did not make the 911 call completely out. necessities on Tuesday. They have been but said “the flames were shooting out of The house was still standing and the
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structure seemed fairly intact if looked at from a car approaching on 8500 South, but upon closer inspection, the inside was severely burned. Giles said the inside received significant heat damage. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Chief Bret Campbell said the fire started on the house’s partially enclosed porch and entered the house after a window failed.
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What happens in Vegas? We see a lot of skanky stuff in national politics, but last week’s excursion to Las Vegas by GOP presidential wannabes to lick the boots of billionaire Sheldon Adelson was as pathetic an operation as I can recall. You see, Sheldon is considered the eighth richest man in America—or is it the world? What did somewhat shock me was the fact that Jeb Bush joined that crew. Of the whole outfit, I perceive him as being a bit more moderate, and therefore believable. Visits by New Jersey Governor (at least for now) Chris Christie, Ohio Governor John Kasich ,and Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker are no surprise. What was a surprise was the boot-licking adoration at the feet of the little man from Las Vegas. At the last election, Sheldon dumped something around $30,000,000 on Newt Gingrich, a guy who had about as much chance for the presidential nomination as did Abner from Lum ‘N’ Abner!
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When Gingrich self-immolated, Sheldon was good enough to toss another $60,000,000 toward Mitt Romney, yet was still unable to overcome Romney’s stone-like persona. This meeting was also tied in with the G.O.P. Jewish coalition, which is fine with me. Christie made a somewhat fatal mistake by referring to the “Occupied Territories” of Palestine as…well… occupied territories! Scott Walker took the bold approach of standing up and declaring, “I own a Menorah.” What a guy! Possibly the worst of the worse, however, was former Fox News entertainer and current Ohio governor John Kasich,
who repeated his address to his brandnew pal “Sheldon” perhaps once in every sentence of something that appeared to go on forever. One would think they were joined at the hip, at least in Kasich’s case. Even our good ol’ boy Lindsey Graham jumped in. Lindsey now appears to be Sheldon’s Senate leader in closing down on-line gambling. So one doesn’t somehow get the wrong idea that Graham was genuflecting in front of Sheldon, he stressed the fact that this was exactly what his God-fearing South Carolinian constituents were looking for. Bottom line, our five right-wing Supreme Court Justices just made a ruling that people like Sheldon or his pals the Koch Brothers can throw absolutely whatever amount of money they chose to into any election. Therein lies the faster than slow corruption of our nation. In the terms of the gambler… ”Read ‘em and weep.”
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All boats rise with the tide To the Teton County, Wyoming, Library Board, I have been a regular patron of the Teton County Library since 1987. I moved to this area in the fall of 1986 to work at Grand Targhee Ski Area, have lived in Driggs, lived and worked in Jackson Hole at the 4 Lazy F Ranch and worked with and at the Alta School for 25 years. I was also part of the grass-roots effort to keep the Alta Branch Library an on-going part of the Alta community. Always my residence has been in Driggs, and being a Teton County, Wyo., library patron has never been an issue . . . until now. These days the Alta Branch Library is more convenient for me than either the Jackson Library or the Teton County, Idaho, library located in Victor, Idaho. The point being: they are all libraries and libraries are supposed to function “For the people!” I have no problem with you raising fees on requests for materials that come in from around Wyoming, and sometimes from outside of Wyoming - the network in that regard really is quite amazing!!! It has never made sense to me that I could request a book or a movie from outside of Teton County and have that request filled for A DOLLAR!!! That wouldn’t pay mailing fees in one direction, much less in both directions. I have similar thoughts about over-
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due fines. My problem with these proposed fee policy changes comes exclusively from the proposal to extract a $20 fee for patrons outside of Teton County, Wyo. It has nothing to do with how long a patron has held a library card in Teton County. It has nothing to do with the honor, respect, trust or responsibility that a patron has shown over a significant time period. I understand that part of the inspiration for this idea came 1) from highend, disgruntled tax-payers in Teton County, Wyo., and 2) I also understand that part of the inspiration for this “need to generate revenue” comes from the county commission. So please allow me to address what I understand to be my first premise: that the high-end, seemingly entitled gentry of Jackson Hole - the people that pay the most tax dollars to fund a library and the idea that “they” resent people that don’t even pay taxes in Teton County, Wyo., —using their library for FREE! If that is correct, does it not seem
petty to you? Just think about where this kind of logic leads. Benjamin Franklin established the first library in the United States. He was a printer and understood the value of printed material and how rare it was in the hands of the general population. The ‘value’ did not rest with a book sitting on a shelf and gathering dust the value of a book was in people reading that book and, depending on the book, the more people that read it the better. Granted, that is not going to be only the wealthiest among us. It was more about sharing those books with people that are less fortunate. All boats rise with the tide. In other words, we ALL benefit by an intelligent population. To make books and library materials about “us” and “them” or the “haves” and “the have not’s” is to totally miss the point of a library. Point #2 - the county commission pressuring the library to raise revenue. With all due respect, where was the “voice of reason” when the addition to the Teton County Library was proposed? That building is “over the top” - truly extravagant, totally above and beyond what was called for with an addition to the library! Who thought that kind of an extravagant addition was necessary, worthy of the expense involved? The Library Board? The County Commission? You are a library.
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You are not a monument. You are not a museum. And now you want the people that teach your kids and take care of you when you go to the hospital and put out your fires and keep you safe and prepare and serve your food when you go out to eat, PAY TO USE YOUR LIBRARY! A library is a public service - not a commodity. Please, do not choose to make it a political entity. We all pay taxes. We all get more or less than we want from those tax dollars. But I have got to think that most of us believe that taxes are necessary and (for the most part) serve the greater good. We are all in this together. It benefits nobody to exclude anybody from ‘free’ knowledge. But may I be so bold as to suggest that the next time you choose to create an edifice to the opulence of Teton County, Wyo., you learn from the folly you call a library by first asking, “Who do you think is going to pay for this?” Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to voice my concerns. I hope you consider the original intent of a library when you decide on these proposed revenue changes and not about endorsing a building that seems to fly in the face of moderation and necessity.
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Opinion Let’s bury the buzzwords and blame Ahhh. Spring is here, which means mud is on the ground, in my dogs’ fur, and flying in the papers. Campaign season is upon us! I was quite surprised to find myself mentioned by name in Mr. Moeller’s campaign editorial, having never met him before. I work for a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, which means there are significant limits on my ability to speak about political issues or rebut election year accusations. However, I can at least tell you this: by virtue of my job, I have attended almost every single county commissioner’s meeting over the last seven years. In this election season, there are alleged wrongdoings and opinions being attributed to the Teton County staff that are unfounded and untrue. Teton County has phenomenally hard working and professional staff members who have a vested interest in their quality of work because they live here too – just like all of us. However, I have personally observed that it has become increasingly commonplace for the current county commissioner administration to disregard the expert advice of their staff, often to the detriment of taxpayers. For example, the Commissioners fired County Planner
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Curt Moore and hired the unlicensed contractor Stephen Loosli against the advice of planning staff. That cost $10,000 of taxpayer dollars, when the county could have been taking advantage of HUD grant funds that had already been allocated to support land-use planning in Teton Valley. In return, they got unusable, plagiarized code from as far away as Tennessee. The Board also disregarded the county engineer and solid waste Supervisor’s recommendation and hired Forsgren Engineering, whose work on the landfill cap is now estimated to top $430,000. And yes, they disregarded staff advice and formed a citizen road committee to oversee the incredibly complex road and bridge budget. Unfortunately, it appears that political candidates have seized on this trend as well, promising to actively engage and work well with staff while also penning editorials accusing the county engineer of “not performing his most basic
responsibilities.” You can’t have it both ways: publicly accusing staff (whom you have never met) of failing to do their job while also assuring the public that you will “spend time with and learn from all county employees themselves.” In some ways, criticizing public employees is easy to do. Their work is monitored in the public forum and is ripe for second-guessing. However, when candidates lob accusations at county staff or offer summaries of staff’s alleged opinions, this is truly an unfair fight, as the staff cannot issue a public rebuttal or clarification. Ultimately, public employees are at the mercy of their elected bosses. Furthermore, it’s only April, but yet again, editorials from candidates include spooky veiled references about the secret influences of “special interest groups” and even direct attacks on my nonprofit organization, whom I am proud to work for. Teton Valley’s voters deserve wellinformed political discourse between candidates who have done their homework. The time has come for elections in this community to be based on issues, not buzzwords, blame, or blind accusations.
Ron, ever since you followed me out of the commissioner chambers after “Open Mic” last month and introduced yourself to me in the hallway, I have been trying to read between the lines of your opinion pieces in the local newspapers, as well as your website. When we met, you assured me that you are not superconservative (which was my expressed concern) and invited me to attend your then-upcoming “Meet and Greet” and “ask you the hard questions.” I was out of town so did not attend, and I am still trying to figure out where you stand on county issues. It’s great that you are attending meetings and talking with county staff, and I’m glad you say you will bring integrity, leadership, accountability and honesty to the job, if elected. However, I would actually expect those qualities from any and every candidate. The issues section of your website only contains the same opinion pieces that have been in the newspapers, which have offered very little information about where you stand on issues facing this county. Taxation and the county budget are what you have talked about most. From your opinion piece of March 6 (available on your website), you seem to be opposed to levies for a recreational district, the renewal of the road and bridge supplement and possible school construction. You voice opposition to expenditures for things that are not essential but are “nice to have.” Where and how do you draw that line? Would you allow voters to determine whether or not they want to spend tax dollars on a recreational district (overwhelmingly supported during the award-winning Comp Plan outreach process) or more funding for county roads? (School levies are put on the ballot at the discretion of the school board, not the county commissioners.) Would you have supported a $500 county contribution to the Sonoran Institute training to which the three cities were contributing? Or, like Sid, would you have voted “no?” And what about the $40,000 to be taken from the county’s contingency fund for the construction of bleachers at the fair grounds, without having a plan first? That’s a heck of a lot of taxpayer money to spend. Would you
have demanded more accountability than Sid and Kelly did? Easy to say how you would have voted on past issues, but where do you stand on future decisions? Do you support the upcoming library levy? Would you support fully implementing the unanimously approved comprehensive plan, or would you pick and choose what to support based on your own ideology? Early voting has already started for the primary election. People know where Sid stands, because he has cast public votes for almost a year and a half. Where do you stand on issues? Sincerely, Alice Stevenson Victor
Volunteers make a difference Teton Valley Ski Education Foundation (TVSEF) would like to thank the many volunteers that made the 2014 United States Ski and Snowboard Association (USSA) Intermountain Division Championship ski race a huge success. The event hosted in mid March at Grand Targhee Resort had 186 athletes aged 8-11 from ski areas in Southern Idaho, Utah, and Western Wyoming along with about 40 coaches for three days of world class alpine ski racing. The event required nearly 30 volunteers/day for three days of Dual Giant Slalom, Giant Slalom and Slalom races. Each day athletes made two timed runs to determine the winners. That is over 1,100 runs in 3 days with timing precision to the nearest 1,000th of a second without an error. Getting 186 kids lined up and through the course twice a day is a monumental task. Making sure it is done safely and in compliance with all the rules means all the volunteers had to be on task with no breaks from early morning until late afternoon. These make for some pretty long days. But it’s all worth it because not only did the athletes and families have an awesome experience, it also provided a nice economic boost to our valley. We couldn’t have done this without the support from the folks at Targhee, particularly Andy Williams. Thank you Targhee for setting up the race venue each day, feeding almost 300 banquet attendees and getting the lifts running early each morning.
Should Idaho residents pay to use Wyoming libraries?
Kristen Fila Alpine, Wyo.
No, libraries should be free to everyone.
Dan Hundere Driggs
I enjoy Wyoming libraries, it’s fair to charge Idaho residents because we charge Wyoming residents for our facilities.
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Events like this are not uncommon in our valley. And without our volunteers, sponsors and workers putting in the extra effort; events such as these would not be possible. So to all of you, on behalf of the TVSEF, thank you very much. Your efforts are much appreciated. We would also like to thank our partner, Ski Team Sunny, who was instrumental in helping to organize this event. They provided invaluable expertise and many hours of effort to make this event happen. Bill Leake Race Committee Chair for TVSEF
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No, the Teton County area shouldn’t have to pay.
The name game According to the Capital News Service, 28 schools in 18 states have dropped the name “Redskins” for their sports teams. Sixty-two high schools in the U.S. continue using it, including Teton High and three schools with majority Native America student bodies. Maybe I’m insensitive, but I do not find the name Teton Redskins particularly offensive. I do, however, find it humdrum. A place this extraordinary deserves a high-school mascot more original, more place-based, than the same generic one used by five dozen other schools around the country. Perhaps we could start looking at the mascot controversy as an opportunity rather than a battle. The students at the school could certainly come up with something more creative than the current mascot. Did you know the University of Utah’s teams were known as the Redskins until 1972, when they dropped that name to become the Utes? Forty-two years later, who still thinks of them as the Redskins and misses the name? Probably not very many people. Ideas: Teton Cascades, Teton Temblors, Teton Moose. Or how about the Teton Teewinots? The name of Teewinot Mountain is said to derive from the Shoshone Indian word for “many pinnacles.” That phrase can be taken more than one way; certainly our sports teams have reached many pinnacles over the years and will continue to do so regardless of what they’re called. Just trying to get a conversation going. Mike McCoy Victor
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No, because Wyoming uses Idaho for everything.
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Kindergarten Registration Friday, April 11, 10 am - 6 pm, Driggs Elementary gym Parents who reside in the Teton County School District are encouraged to pre-register all children who will be (5) years of age by Sept. 1, 2014 for kindergarten in the 2014-2015 school year.
What you need to bring: 1. Your kindergarten student
3. Current immunization record
2. Student’s certified birth certificate
4. Current address and phone number
Registration forms can be found online at each school website which is located at www.tsd401.org or: Driggs Elementary 354-2335; Tetonia Elementary 456-2288; Victor Elementary 787-2245
Meet & Greet All are Invited to hear LOCAL author LeAnn Bednar speak about her book “The Last ride”
Yvonne Anderson Jeffs Smith, 71, of Felt, Idaho, died Sunday, April 6, 2014 at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls. Yvonne had many health issues in her life, Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in early life leading to liver disease and kidney failure requiring dialysis two to three times a week. She spent several long sessions in ICU throughout her life, each time surrounded by her family. She rallied and recovered with devotion and love, she returned to her family by becoming the one who kept in touch with everyone, holding us close to her and each other. She never complained and was always there when there was a job to be done or someone needed help. She was an inspiration to all who know her and whose life she touched. She was truly a remarkable spirit and made the world a better place while she was here. She will be missed. She was born Febuary 21, 1942, to Morace and Marvella Anderson. She was raised in Thorton and Lyman and attended the Union Lyman School, graduating from the Madison High School. She then attended Beauty College in Idaho Falls. She married Jerry Jeffs then later divorced. She then married Lynn Smith. Yvonne worked in banking in Montpelier, owned and operated a daycare in Salem and also worked at a doctor’s office
in Las Vegas. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed sewing and was in a sewing club in Las Vegas. She enjoyed camping, fishing, walking in the mountains and desert by Bull Head City, Arizona, buffets at the Casino’s and Huckleberry picking. She is survived by her daughters, Denise Stackhouse of Idaho Falls, Shelley Demma of Idaho Falls, sisters, Marlene Barber, of Boise, Geraldine Evans of Island Park, brothers, Gerold Anderson of St. Anthony, Neil Anderson of Rexburg. Nine grandchildren; Marshall Stackhouse, Amanda Stackhouse (Justin), Alyssa Stackhouse (Josh), Caleigh Stackhouse, Shayla Demma, Brian Demma, Brandon Demma, Briana Demma, and Spencer Demma. Seven step grandchildren; Clayton Gottler (Jasmine), Justin Naylor, Anna Naylor, Jessica Naylor, Sarah Smith, Ashley Smith, and Heather Smith. Two great grandchildren; Kaiden Kulani, and Likila Kulani and one great step grandchild; Olivia Gottler. Her parents preceded her in the death. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, April 12, 2014 at Eckersell Memorial Chapel, 101 W. Main Street, Rigby. The family will receive friends from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. prior to services at the funeral home. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.eckersellfuneralhome.com.
Weddings________________________________ Katie Marie Stewart and Michael Cory Wyatt are happy to announce their marriage on Saturday, April 12, 2014 in the Rexburg Idaho LDS Temple. We ask you to share in our celebration at a reception to be held that evening from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Tetonia LDS Church, 209 S. Main St. Tetonia. Parents of the bride are Bill and Patty Stewart of Tetonia. Parents of the groom are Gary and Renae Wyatt of Emporia, Kansas. Katie is a 2005 graduate of Teton High School, Cory is a 2004 graduate of Emporia High School (Kansas). Cory served a mission for the LDS Church in Phoenix, Arizona. Both are 2013 graduates of BYU-Idaho. They will be making their home in Salt Lake City where Cory will be teaching elementary school, and Katie will be working in a nursery doing horticulture.
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Friday, April 18 at 6 pm, Valley of the Tetons Library, Victor
Enjoy light refreshments while listening to LeAnn’s talk about “The Last Ride” and her experience writing. 56 N Main St. | Victor
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Michael and Kimberly Sewell are pleased to announce the marriage of their son Scott Buxton Sewell to Brooke Olpin, daughter of Scott and Donna Olpin of Yorba Linda, California. The Sewell’s are hosting an Open House for Scott and Brooke this Saturday, April 12, 2014, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the home of Jaydell and Judy Buxton, 2321 South 5000 West, Driggs, Idaho. The happy couple will be making their home in Lehi, Utah.
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Alta author LeAnn Bednar walks with the mule, Teancum, her father rode from Alta to Mexico then Alta to Canada after he was diagnosed with terminal bone marrow cancer.
Teton High School sophomores and juniors whose parents or guardians are members (customers) of Fall River Rural Electric Cooperative are invited to apply to participate in this summer’s Idaho Cooperative Utility Association’s Youth Rally, held at the College of Idaho July 7-12. Students will learn more about the electric utility industry, gain leadership skills and make life-long friendships with other Youth Rally participants. Fall River Electric also provides scholarships of at least $200 to each participant. Fall River Electric Member Services Manager and trip advisor Brand Hathaway said, “This all-expense paid trip is an opportunity for students to learn more about our industry, as well as career and
education paths they may be interested in following. They’ll also gain a better understanding of how consumer-owned utilities function and what makes a cooperative utility unique from their investorowned counterparts.” Interested students need to submit an application, which is available online at www.fallriverelectric.com with a link under the heading “myCOMMUNITY,” or they can pick up an application during normal business hours at any of Fall River Electric’s three offices in Ashton, Driggs or West Yellowstone. There are no scholastic or extra-curricular activity requirements. Applicants will be invited to an in-person interview as part of the selection process. Application deadline is April 18, 2014.
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Land Trust has new board president Tim Hopkins of Idaho Falls recently accepted the position of president of the Board of the Teton Regional Land Trust. Hopkins is an avid angler and outdoorsman and enjoys spending time along the South Fork, Henry’s Fork and Teton Rivers. His passion for our region is evident in his dedication to the Teton Regional Land Trust and its efforts to preserve important agricultural lands and fish and wildlife habitat in Eastern Idaho for the benefit of future generations. Hopkins is a third generation Idaho native with roots in the St. Anthony area, where shortly after the turn of the last century, his grandfather came looking for virgin soil to support the seed pea industry that he established there, and thrived for many years in Fremont and Teton counties. Hopkins is founder and senior partner at the law firm Hopkins Roden Crockett Hansen & Hoopes, PLLC, with offices in Idaho Falls and Boise. A considerable portion of his personal practice is devoted to issues involving land use and real estate and related litigation. He is a graduate of Stanford University and George Wash-
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Boy Scouts celebrate at annual banquet The Teton District Boy Scout leaders held their annual banquet this past Wednesday and celebrated some great leaders and milestones within our district, which includes all of the scout units in Teton Valley. Scouting is an organization that helps in teaching boys aged 8 through 18 about leadership skills, outdoor skills and many other skills. It was first founded in 1907. The Teton District is part of the Grand Teton Council, which covers from Moose, Wyo., to Star Valley, Wyo., to Malad, Idaho, to Pocatello, Idaho, to Salmon, Idaho through to West Yellowstone, Mont.. There was a good attendance, with a meal enjoyed first, and leaders were recognized for significant efforts given in scouting for this past year. There are over 325 scouts and 200 registered leaders in the Teton District, which is part of the Grand Teton Council. This past year, over 300 merit badges were earned, 12 eagle scouts were awarded, over 1200 service hours in the community were donated, more than $20,000 in donations were given to scouting, at least 9050 items of food were collected for the local food bank and many hours were put in to campouts, events and service within the community. Recognition awards were given to some great individuals and businesses. Sign It Now, a graphic design business in Victor, owned by Ryan Kearsley and family, was recognized for a significant contribution to the local scout districts. They were recognized for providing free graphic design work for all trailers owned by each unit used in the storing and hauling of camping supplies. These trailers will be showcased later this summer as the scouts will be participating in the local 4th of July parade. Certificates of appreciation were given to the following individuals for extra efforts given throughout the past year: Wayne Hartshorn, Grant Thompson, Patti Burr, Ray Cherry, Bruce Mason and Wendi Hale. The District also recognized two of the spouses of Scout leaders who were especially supportive of all the time that their spouse put in to helping out with
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scouting. The two spouses were, Shaylee Kearsley, wife of Ben Kearsley, and Brett Cooke, husband of Anita Cooke. Four individuals were recognized for significant contributions within the specific individual areas of scouting. They were: Wendy Wilson, for her efforts with the Cub Scouting program. Nathan Godfrey, for his efforts in Boy Scouting. John Long, for his work in the Varsity Scout program. Kenneth Cain, for his service in the Venturing Scouts area. A special awards presentation was given to Kerry Buxton, for completing all of his requirements for his Wood Badge course that he took this past year. This is a training course that teaches about leadership within the scouting organization. It was noted during the meeting that Lyndell Klingler, of Victor, and Kerry Buxton, of Driggs, will be recognized on May 10th, with the highest recognition that the Grand Teton Council can present, the Silver Beaver award. Dale Marcum, a volunteer leader in scouting, was recognized with a special award for devoting over 74 years to scouting. He is a past recipient of the Silver Beaver award, and also, a part of the Silver Beaver Hall of Fame. The final awards given were the highest awards that could be presented by a District, the District Award of Merit. The recipients of this award were Anita Cooke, who serves in the District Cub Scouting leadership, and has put in many years of service to scouting. The other recipient, was Ben Kearsley, a scoutmaster from Victor, who has also given many years to scouting, and help with the community.
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Fairgrounds continued from A1____________________________________________________________________________________________________ money was necessary out of that fund to make sure that these were installed correctly.” This includes making the bleachers ADA accessible, although Wilcox was requesting that their earmarked money be spared with an award from contingency funds. However, allocation of contingency fund money requires a unanimous approval by the BOCC, and Commissioner Kathy Rinaldi could not approve the measure citing that she had helped approve $40,000 grant without seeing a precise, or written, plan on how the money will be spent. Board Chairman Kelly Park told Wilcox that he would have to finance the difference with funds from the indoor arena to back the ADA construction, even if the fair board would have to replace those funds at a later time. The last, and only other time, a single contribution of as much as $40,000 from contingency funds, which Rinaldi said are historically reserved for emergencies and unexpected purchases, was to support the 2012 efficiency study of Teton County’s emergency services. “I feel this is a project well-warranted for the community,” said Commissioner Kelly Park. “It will show faith in the community of what is being done for that, you know, because rural rodeos are a big attraction, and I think they can generate economic development just by small ideas like this.” “Do I think [the bleachers] are an asset?” asked Rinaldi. “Of course!” Who would construct them, whether it be paid workers or volunteers, was sorely debated. This was one of the many questions raised during the meeting for which Wilcox did not have a solid answer. Although Commissioner Sid Kunz promised that his many friends with construction experience would volunteer their efforts, no one had officially signed on to help the effort by the time of the BOCC meeting. “I would be personally involved,” said Kunz. “I know lots of excavators, guys that dig and … I know that they’ll donate to this … thing … I want to get this thing going. It’ll be good for the community. It’s an asset that we can actually see.” While Kunz and Wilcox discussed what heavy machinery would be used to prepare the far ground for the new addition, con-
cerns were raised by Rinaldi and attendants at the meeting as to why a written plan from the fair board had not been presented. “I just thought it was all going to be ready today,” said Rinaldi. “That’s what I understood when we left. That we would have the whole package in cost and a lot less speculation, because that was really my concern when we made a decision the first time. The numbers are vague, I’m not sure entirely what they are. That is what I thought we had discussed what we were going to have in place before we did this. Maybe I misunderstood that because it sounds like we’re still pretty vague.” “Maybe I misunderstood you,” replied Wilcox. “I thought I was pretty clear. The minutes certainly reflect my concerns,” responded Rinaldi. “I thought that was all going to be ready today, not ‘I can talk to’ and ‘I think we can get.’” During an interview with the TVN on Friday, Wilcox asserted that a plan was in place and further strategic planning sessions by the fair board are scheduled for Wednesday, April 23, but he regretted being unable to deliver Rinaldi a plan to her specifications because he, as fair board president, is a volunteer, and organizing the assembly process was more pressing. “I’ll tell you exactly why I didn’t have all the answers for her,” said Wilcox. “It took me the amount of time to put together the specs and orchestrate the bidding process and call all the people and invite them to bid and to ask the questions to get us to where we’re at that … I didn’t have enough time.” No one spoke out against the new bleachers, and every commissioner voiced their support for them, as did Ron Moeller, who is running in opposition of Sid Kunz for the commissioner’s seat in the May primaries, yet calls came to postpone approving the purchase of the bleachers until questions on liability, budgeting and construction were cemented. After Kunz accused him of not supporting the project, Moeller retorted, “What’s wrong with government is you want to go spend money and there’s no plan and we’re going to get nickeled and dimed and its going to be another version of that law enforcement center. You don’t have all the questions answered yet. As a guardian of
the county taxpayer’s money, you should have all these questions answered, ….you should put it off for ten days until you get all the firm numbers.” There is, however, urgency in ordering the bleachers. Delivery expectations are six to eight weeks out and if the county had placed its order the day of their April 4 meeting, in the worst case scenario, the seating would have arrived only three weeks prior to the county’s first summer rodeo on June 20. The issue was likened to the contention surrounding both the construction of the new Law Enforcement Center (LEC), where some have accused contractors of overlooking construction flaws to exacerbate expenditures, such as poor lighting in the LEC’s main conference room, and the lack of oversight in building the faulty landfill cap as having been wasteful spending on the part of the county. “I think that’s what we’re trying to avoid,” said Rinaldi. “As long as we have people overseeing this project, I am confident they will be installed correctly,” said Kunz. He also anticipates around 1,000 people will attend each fair ground event during the 2014 season, a figure he estimates will bring $8-12,000 in revenue from ticket sales and concessions while valley business also realize profits from the influx of people. “I know you can’t look at Jackson completely, and say this is what, because it’s not going to be Jackson, but if you look at the funds that are raised off that facility in Jackson, it’s phenomenal,” said Kunz. “The city owns that property where the fair grounds sit in Jackson. The city gets 350,000 bucks off that…. if you bring a thousand people in the community 10-12 times a summer, the gas stations, the restaurants, the hotels, everything is going to benefit from this.” However, the fair grounds are rented out to a rodeo company for a fixed $250 per Friday night, such that the county does not receive revenue on a per seat basis. With nine Friday night rodeos scheduled for 2014, the county will receive $2,250 from renting the fair grounds under their current contract, which leaves the pig wrestling competition, figure eight race, horse pulls and the new ranch roping rodeo to make
up the $6-10,000 discrepancy. “The way it’s been historically is that we rent it out for a fixed amount, and we’re talking to [the rodeo company] about several different ways per person fee on top of whatever they’re charging that would go towards improvements at the fairgrounds, and that sort of things,’ said Wilcox. Wilcox later noted that the contract, under his recommendation, would not be amended for the 2014 season, but changes would be further discussed the subsequent year. “My suggestion is we let them run out this year without changing it and everybody [on the fair board] agreed, mostly because mostly what [the rodeo company has] been written hasn’t had a lot of value. Let’s let them have some value, we want them to stay in. Let’s let them win, so then the county can win,” said Wilcox during an interview. Yet, Kunz’ estimates are optimistic. Based on the results of the 2013 Teton Valley Fair Survey conducted by the fair board and made public on their homepage, events at the fair grounds averaged a 33.8 percent attendance rate. However, Kunz said that he doesn’t care about the 54 people that responded to the survey because when he attended the 2013 rodeos, what he reported seeing was standing room only. Further, even if they ran at 1,000 person average and did bring the county roughly $10,00 per season that Kunz hopes the county will see, it would take over six years for the county to see a return on its investment. “The economic benefit is not just lets spend this money so the county can make money, cause we’re not in the business of making money lets spend this money to bring more money to our county. That’s the investment we’re making,” said Wilcox. Although Rinaldi voted against purchasing the bleachers from Recreation Today of Idaho for roughly $73,000 as the board was never made aware of who would supply the funds, the motion was approved. The contract is being drawn and excavation has begun to have the fair grounds ready by the time the bleachers arrive in Teton County. What is left is for costs to be finalized and volunteers secured.
School board continued from A1_________________________________________________________________________________________________ “There is a fine line between listening and staying principled, regardless of what the community feels,” he said. In general, he said there is great potential in the district that is not being realized. That view is also shared by Sue Muncaster, who is also seeking the Zone 3 seat. Muncaster is a member of Parent’s Lobbying for Educational Advancement (PLEA), which was formed in response the board’s handling of teaching of the book, “Bless Me Ultima.” Muncaster said she does not want the mistakes made regarding the book to be repeated and that the district needs to have a plan to move forward, instead of reacting to problems. One of PLEA’s goals has been to have the district adopt a strategic plan. Currently, it only has a vision statement, what Muncaster describes as “a one-page piece of paper that no one has looked at in a few years.”
Recently, the state legislature mandated districts have such a plan and she said, “I don’t think it’s fair to demand that of the board and not be willing to roll up my sleeves and be part of what may be an arduous and contentious process.” Besides the plan, she said she has talked to teachers and has discovered, “there is really bad teacher morale and would like to see that turned around.” Muncaster has lived in the valley for around 15 years and is the head high school girls volleyball coach but would have to step down from the position if she is selected to fill Dansie’s seat. “If I don’t get the position, I get to keep coaching, so it’s a win-win [situation] for me.” said Muncaster. Victor resident and father of four Teton Valley students, Ben Kearsley has also thrown his hat in the ring. He said his reasons for wanting to serve are mainly to
give back to the community but also because he has “kids in the system, went to Teton High and … was born and raised here.” Kearsley said he has been watching the various issues the board has been dealing with but admits there are always things he would need to be educated on if he is selected. He also highlighted his business experience as being helpful to the board, especially how “we started our own business from the ground up” and have kept it going for 16 years. Other applicants to fill the Zone 3 seat include Victor resident Cathy Thomas. Her profile appeared in last week’s issue of the Teton Valley News. Applicants had until April 9 to apply, the board is holding a special session Thursday, April 10, to review the candidates.
Redskins continued from A1_________________________________________________________________________________________________________ to wait till they make their stance known.” Woolstenhulme cited the term’s offensiveness to Native Americans and others as the reason for his decision to change the mascot. Paris Penfold, who lives near the mouth of Darby Canyon and who spoke against the change at last year’s meetings, said his views have not changed. When asked, he said, “No, it sure hasn’t.” He said that he felt most of the public was, and is, against the name change. “I don’t want to jump on the [mascot change] bandwagon yet and do what a small group of people say we should,” Penfold said. Tetonia farmer Denny Arnold also does not feel the name should be changed. Arnold, who has grandchildren who attend Teton High School, added that while attending his grandchildren’s sporting events, he has not heard people from other
communities criticize the to be focused on other mascot. things,” he said. Arnold I think we have “I don’t hear anysaid he thinks the money better things to one saying it’s bad and that would be used to change the mascot condemning us, I really talk about that don’t,” he said. He also should instead go toward are a little more brought up an Associated increasing teacher salaimportant and Press story that quoted ries. pressing than the Ray Hawthorne, a Navajo In comments made “code talker,” World War last year, Woolstenhulme cartoon character Two Veteran and medal of gave “a very rough estithat runs around the honor recipient as saying mate” of $100,000 to high school of Washington Redskins replace athletic uniforms ___________________ NFL team that, “my opinand signs but that money ion is that’s a name that not would come out of existDelwyn Jensen, only the team should keep, ing budgets, “not funds TSD Board Member but that’s a name that’s that could go towards staff salaries or posiAmerican.” On top of that, Arnold tions.” said he does not think now Three of the 67 peois the right time to bring the issue back up. ple who spoke at a July 8 school board “I think the energy and money needs meeting were for replacing “Redskins,”
two were neutral and the rest were in favor of keeping the mascot. At a recent school board meeting, Tim Wayner said the dictionary defines “Redskin,” as an “offensive racial slang,” for Native Americans, and since the school does not allow other racial slang terms, redskins should be off limits as well. Former board member Carol Dansie said if a change were be made, it should be decided with enough time left in the school year to let students form a committee to select a new mascot, colors and chants. She said the lead-time was so that students would “know who they’re going to be” the following school year. At the time, board vice-chair Nancy Arnold, left open the possibly that such a committee might decide to leave the school mascot alone. The board does not have any more regularly scheduled meetings in April.
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Wyo. libraries discuss higher fees for valley residents can be sent to board@tclib.org or at the public hearing at noon on May 15 at Teton County Library. Questions? Ask Library The Teton County Library in Wyo- Director Deb Adams, dadams@tclib.org ming is recommending a few , (307)-733-2164 ext. 128. proposed changes to their fee Adams said so far policy. Most notably for,Teton We had to look they’ve received about 75 County Idaho residents, they at the fact that written comments. Most, could be required to pay a $20 Wyoming residents she said were not excited annual fee for a library card. pay property tax to about a change or increase Library Director Deb support the library in fee, but she said most Adams said they did a comunderstood where it was and honestly it’s prehensive look at all the coming from. significantly more fees, and some fees, like the Proposed changes to than $20 a person, $1 interlibrary loan fee hasn’t the library’s fee policy: but we didn’t want been changed for 18 years. • Overdue Fines: Fines to make it too much “It was time to update,” would accrue up to a $3 of a burden. said Adams. “We spent a fair maximum per item. No __________________ amount of time researching change to daily fine accruDeb Adams, similar kinds of libraries to al, which is $.10/day per Teton County Wyoming see what they do. There’s three-week item and $1/ Library director no one universal fee system. day per one-week item. A lot depends on location.” The $10 total maximum Adams said currently per card no longer applies. there are about 1,500 library • Interlibrary Loan patrons from Teton County, (ILL) Fees: ILL fee would increase to Idaho, that have library cards in Wyoming. $2 per item, while the $.50 article/jourShe also said it’s a fairly common practice nal fee would no longer be collected. for libraries to charge patrons who live outside of the taxing district some kind • Non-resident Cards: Annual, nonof fee to use the library. resident cards for anyone living outside As with other services shared along of Teton County, Wyo., would increase the Wyoming and Idaho border for both to $20. Teton counties, Adams said things in the • Lost Part Fees: Full replacement cost past have kind of worked out with a handof an item would be charged when one shake agreement. More recently there’s or more parts are missing or damaged. been some changes to the agreements for • Unpaid Lost Item Bills: Unpaid bills services for things like ambulance and for lost or damaged items that are older EMS services. than six months and more than $39.99 “We had to look at the fact that Wyowould be referred to a collection agency. ming residents pay property tax to support An additional $10 non-refundable colthe library and honestly it’s significantly lections fee would be charged. more than $20 a person, but we didn’t If the board approves the proposed want to make it too much of a burden.” The comment period to submit writ- policy changes, they would likely wait ten comments runs through May 5 and until fall 2014 to go into effect. Rachel Horne TVN Staff
Idaho, Wyoming water officials hold meeting in Driggs benefit farms in Idaho. TVN Staff “The MOU is helpful to them, we’re The heads of the water agencies from kind of happy doing our own thing,” she both Idaho and Wyoming will sit down in Driggs to create a formal interstate said, but added that the agreement is agreement covering distribution from “good for us and good for the irrigators.” She said her understanding of the waterways that cross the state line from agreement is that it would give Swank, Wyoming. Lyle Swank is the Eastern Regional or another Idaho water official, the right to cross over state lines to Director for Idaho Departregulate the headgate that ment of Water Resources and feed water to Idaho rights Watermaster for water district What: holders. Swank could only one on the Upper Snake River. Wyoming, Idaho do that after receiving temHe said this agreement is Interstate Water porary authorization from not in response to any specific Meeting the Wyoming engineer’s problem, but after back-tooffice. Where: Driggs back drought years, compliShe said the agreement cations can arise. Senior Center would give Idaho water“Some of those issues flair When: April 16, masters “very specific up more in a drought year,” 3 p.m. authority” and allow them Swank said. to only “do the tributaries The agreement will spedescribed in the MOU.” cifically deal with tributaries Lowry said that is to of the Teton River like North protect “sovereignty of Lee, South Lee, Darby, Fox Wyoming,” something and Teton Creeks, among others, that start in Wyoming and flow over that Swank also agreed is a priority. “Idaho wants to respect the sovereignty the border. “Most of the farmland in the Teton of the state of Wyoming, and Wyoming Basin gets their water from one of those wants to do the same thing,” he said. Director of the Idaho Department of tributaries,” Swank said. Water Resources Gary Spackman said Administrator for Interstate Streams Division at the Wyoming State Engineers the main problems this agreement will Office Sue Lowry will be attending the address is that those with senior water meeting along with state engineer Patrick rights are downstream on the Teton river and to meet their delivery dates, the flow Tyrell. She said the agreement will likely take in Wyoming may have to be adjusted. He said there “always has been a legal the form of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). She said, further than question whether the Idaho watermaster that, the two states would have to pursue has the authority” to regulate flows in an interstate compact, but that would Wyoming, and this agreement will address require approval from the U.S. Con- that. Spackman said a draft agreement will gress, and the “scale and geography” of be presented to the affected water users at the streams in Teton Valley do not warrant the meeting, and the MOU may change that more involved type of agreement. Lowry said the agreement will mainly based on public feedback.
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Targhee Shuttle funded through 2014/15 season Jason Suder TVN Staff
As the Targhee Shuttle continues to see its ridership reach record numbers, the City of Driggs has renewed a Federal Transit Administration grant to maintain the service without schedule changes through the 2014/15 season. “The Targhee shuttle bus will continue to operate on the exact same schedule that it has this year and last year,” said Driggs Community Development Director Doug Self. Figures from the 2012/13 season tallied 14,438 rides, a number that was surpassed this season before the end of February. While the shuttle has operated for five years, this will be its third year operating on a consistent schedule with weekend routes connecting Victor and Driggs to Grand Targhee on a public transportation system. “It’s kind of a pretty vital part to a tourist economy,” said Ken Rider, Grand Targhee Resort director of marketing and sales. With the resort itself seeing record numbers of visitors this year, Rider said the shuttle has been an asset, pointing out that there have been fewer traffic accidents on Ski Hill Road this season compared to previous ones. He also said that the shuttle has helped in alleviating some of the parking congestion that is a frequent problem at the base of the resort. While rumors have circulated about Grand Targhee charging for
parking, which would further increase ridership and reduce the quantity of cars at the resort, Rider responded to these allegations saying “that’s not something that Targhee necessarily wants to do,” and there will not be significant changes made to the parking plans for the 2014/15 season. As part of the Targhee master plan, they will eventually have to charge for parking. The plan outlines the construction of new developments divided into four phases. Paid parking requirements do not come until phase three, which necessitates the construction of 226 dwelling units and 60,000 square feet of retail space first be constructed. “It appears that there is a pretty significant amount of development that needs to happen before this is triggered,” said Shawn Means, senior planner of Teton County, Wyo., who oversees the Grand Targhee Resort Master Plan. Some Driggs city administrators expressed their desire to see the shuttle run on a schedule with more standardized times, such as on the hour or half-hour instead of times like 7:27 a.m. from the 5th Street bus stop. “I did get that input from the council that a more regular schedule with sort of hour, quarter-hour, half-hour stop times would make life easier,” said Self. While that amendment has not yet been discussed, the $56,267 awarded from the grant will ensure easy access to and from the hill.
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S h e r i f f ’s R e p ort There were 155 calls for service reported to the Teton County Idaho Sheriff’s Office between March 31 and April 6. March 31—A Driggs resident reported that two pit bulls without collars were attempting to get into her yard. The reporting party was worried that they would harass her cattle. Deputies responded but were unable to locate the dogs. She later called again to report that they had returned looking hungry and skittish. Deputies found them after the second call and transported them to the animal shelter. March 31— A Tetonia resident reported that she found a dead moose in her father’s garage. Fish and Game was notified. March 31—A verbal altercation between a motorist and a Victor resident disgruntled by the motorists’ speed necessitated a report to the sheriff’s office. The reporting party said the resident was accosted after politely asking the motorist to slow down. Deputies responded and the motorist agreed to drive slower. April 2—A theft was reported to the sheriff’s office concerning gravel being removed from a county road and being placed on a private driveway. Deputies responded and warned the suspect never to do it again. April 2—A Driggs resident reported a mountain lion was loose in town. Fish and Game responded but determined that the animal could not be confirmed as a mountain lion from photos of the animal and its paw prints. The animal has yet to be contained. April 2—A Tetonia man was cautioned by the state veterinary that he would have to change the feeding and watering schedule of his horses because they were malnourished. This was to give the owner a chance to change the diets before the horses are seized by the state.
April 3—A verbal argument in Victor escalated to necessitate deputy intervention when a woman’s ex-boyfriend told her “when you leave here, I’m going to get you.” Deputies escorted the two parties to his house and assisted in retrieving her effects. April 3—A minor reported that a 46-yearold man was harassing her at work. The manager was contacted about seeking a no trespassing order against the man. April 4—A male standing on a Driggs street corner holding a sign requesting work was seen by the sheriff giving an offensive hand gesture involving a single digit when cars did not stop. However, by the time the sheriff was able to return to the man, he had fled the scene. April 4—A Driggs woman reported that she had been called 15 times the previous day asking if she wanted work. When dispatch called the reported number, the male who answered did not speak fluent English, but asked if dispatch was looking for a job. He was advised to stop calling. April 5—A theft was reported in Victor after a man fled a gas station without paying. He allegedly told the attendant that his credit card was not working who then turned on the pump. After pumping $60 worth of gas, the suspect fled and was unable to be located. April 5— A Victor woman reported that snowmachines were driving through her backyard, and that she was worried they would break into her house to steal her guns. April 6—Two white and one dark buffalo were reported loose on Cedron Street. The buffalo are domesticated and the owner was contacted. April 6—Two llamas were reported loose and moving toward Agate Street through Victor City Park. They owners were contacted.
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Getting ready for Scott Stuntz TVN Staff With the slopes at Grand Targhee closing at the end of this month, people are busy duct taping boxes together for their entries in Grand Targhee’s 14th Annual Cardboard Box Derby. The crafts must be built out of only cardboard, tape, string, glue and paper. The rules state that “No exceptions!” will be made. The competition is not a race, but competitors are judged on how well they build and decorate the various forms of derby boxes, which have included pink Cadillacs, road graders and six-packs of beer. Jennie and Erik White were originally planning on going with a fish theme, as Erik has worked as a fly fishing guide in the valley for around 14 years, but they decided on going with something a little more intergalactic. Erik said, “Jennie was more gung ho on…” “Star Wars!” she interrupted. Their new design is a based on “snow speeder” featured in the Star Wars sequel, “The Empire Strikes Back.” Even though Erik has worked seasonally in the valley for almost a decade and a half and Jennie has been part of the marketing team at Grand Targhee since 2012, this is the first winter they have been able to spend together in a long time. Jennie said her first day was Nov. 25, 2012, a date she did not have to look up. She said, “I remember the day ‘cause I drove out and started work the next day.” Since then, they have both been moving back and forth from Teton Valley to their previous home in Truckee, California. It’s been a bit of a long process, moving their horses and other possessions, so they have not been able to do many activities, like the derby, but they have been planning to for some time. “When we moved I was like ‘We have to keep the boxes’ and Whitey (Erik) was like ‘why?’ and I said ‘For the cardboard derby!’” When asked if she had any word for the other competitors, Jennie said, “May the force be with you.”
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Derby Day What: 14th Annual Cardboard Box Derby Where: Grand Targhee Resort When: April 12, 10 a.m.
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Vi c t o r residents, Jane Linville and her husband Peter will not be in the running this year, but have won their division three times. “People like it when we don’t compete,” she said. The Linville’s first derby craft was a Viking long-ship, and since then they have learned some valuable lessons, like using runners instead of a perfectly flat bottom. “We couldn’t go straight,” Linville said. “ If you have a flat bottom, you go all over the place.” She said they went from the far right edge of the run to the left, making spectators jump out of the way. At the end of the run, organizers place a target in the snow and if a viking ship or spacecraft or whatever, slides directly into it, that
team gets a keg of b e e r or soda from Grand Teton Brewing. Linville said even with steering problems, that first year she was able to guide their long ship right in line with the target, but their crazy path made them bleed too much speed. “We headed right for it, but we stopped three feet in front of it,” she said. The next time they competed, the Linvilles, who own the Victor Veterinary Hospital, rode a cardboard dachshund and dressed like parasites. The dog, Helga, was in such good shape, they brought it back two years later, when they entered the derby again… as a zombie. “So on the nametag we just put ‘Ex-Helga’,” Linville said. The actual ride is great, she said, “but it’s the whole run-up, the preparing and the team chant,” that makes it a good time. Linville said the first time they competed one of the best memories is “sparring” with another group that also came as Vikings. Jennie White will be the lone pilot of their “snow speeder,” the cockpit turned out to be a little snug for two, and besides putting the final touches on her craft, she is also thinking about her costume. She and Erik were brainstorming on ways to replicate the bright orange flight suit Luke Skywalker wears in the movie. Jennie was also thinking of alternatives. “I have a Princess Leia costume somewhere, but I don’t think its here,” White said. Prizes will be awarded to the winning teams in the categories of best overall, best spirit and attitude, and best construction/ engineering. Judging starts at 10 a.m. on the plaza at Grand Targhee. TVN
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Redskin Roundup Boys Baseball • April 10 at Firth • April 11-12 at Kimberly • April 15 at Shelley • April 17 at South Fremont Girls softball • April 10 at Firth • April 11-12 at Buhl • April 15 at Shelley • April 17 at South Fremont Track & Field • April 10 at Firth • April 10 at Sugar-Salem Sugar-Salem Digger Invite • April 15 at Rexburg JV Invite • April 17 at Salmon Salmon-Challis Invite
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It’s rodeo time Jason Suder TVN Staff
It’s a sport unlike any other; a crossroads of perseverance, bold conviction and practical skills when working in the western lifestyle. Teton Valley is no stranger to the raucous “yips” of cowboys nor the rodeo traditions that instigate them. With the weather finally shaping into a spring-like semblance, the horses are The 2014 Teton High School Rodeo Club. coming out and the Teton High School rodeo club team is ready to get their sea- find funding on their own. In late Autumn, son started. the team will sell wreaths to cover their This Friday and Saturday, the young fees, dues and insurance, to the sound of men and women are descending on Rex- $945 per rider. burg for the first rodeo of the season, held West Group Realty, Grand Targhee at Madison County Indoors Arena. Resort, Matkin Excavation, Pine Needle “It’s gonna be better,” said Cade Cooke Embroidery and Cowboy Lodge sponsor of the upcoming season. their club team jackets, a sleeker, all-weather soft “It’s gonna be tough,” said Only one school in shell to announce their Cache Hill on Cooke’s heels. Idaho that sponsors affiliation. Along with Tristan Hantheir rodeo team, St. Otherwise, students sen, these riders are enterAnthony. Otherwise, are responsible for owning their senior season as the teams that ing their own horse, tack the sixth, seventh and eighth constitute District 7, and associated costs. best rough stock riders in the which include Teton, nation. “Parents have to be able must find funding to help these kids,” said In 2013, these were three on their own. In late Hansen. of the four young men sent Autumn, the team to nationals to represent the While each club hosts will sell wreaths to state of Idaho and their high a weekend of events, from cover their fees, dues rankings earned all of them rough stock to calf roping, and insurance, to the full ride scholarships to colpole bending and barrel sound of $945 per lege. racing, this year will bring rider. a change in the normal sea“How you do in your son. junior year is really telltale for scholarships,” said team Previously, rodeos advisor Heidi Hansen, reitwould be held in a single erating that it is not all about the bulls, day, with some bull riders not mounting up it’s also about the books. If riders’ grade until well after midnight. This year, they point average falls below a 2.0, they are are split into two distinct competitions, prohibited from competing. Friday nights and Saturday mornings until However, there is only one school in May 17. Cooke said this has been a cause Idaho that sponsors their rodeo team, St. for contention, although he shook it off Anthony. Otherwise, the teams that consti- with the nonchalance of a confident high tute District 7, which include Teton, must schooler, more excited about the adrena-
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line rush than worried about the physical strain of riding bareback. “I don’t think you can be a nervous type of person,” said Hansen of watching her kids ride rough stock. It is not seeing her son thrown around on a half ton beast that worries her. She says she’s given him all the tools she can for him to be safe, have a strong work out ethic and have proper animal training because, “the animal is as prone to injury as you are.” It is the new kids stepping into the arena that are cause for her concern. “It’s a train wreck waiting to happen, because they don’t know any different; they don’t know any better,” said Hansen. As they mature and the season progresses, she and another team advisor Casey Cooke are confident their young men and women will receive top points at each rodeo and again represent Teton Valley at the state tournament and boast Idaho at nationals. “If they don’t win the district championship, I’m going to be disappointed,” said Cooke. Yet, they are not the ones in the arena, holding onto their hats as the fight failing on an angry beast, nor are they the ones guiding their horses through obstacles, almost dancing with a ballerina’s precision and grace. “We’ll show Idaho we’re here to spur one,” said Cache Hill with a casual grin.
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Redskins battle hard against tough field at Shelley
Post Register reports SNAKE RIVER 13, TETON 1 (5 innings): At Moreland, Snake River pounded out 12 hits and drew nine walks while cruising to a nonconference win over a Teton team that was playing just its second game of the season. Ashlyn Wood and Raegan Martin each had two hits and three RBIs to lead Snake River, while Alyssa Crumley tossed a three-hitter with four strikeouts to earn the win. Snake River coach Kay Martin also praised the defensive play of center fielder Piper Coles. Teton is scheduled to play at Firth on Thursday, April 10, then travels to the Buhl tournament Friday and Saturday.
TVN Staff A number of Resdkins runners stood out at the Shelley Invitational last week despite fierce competition. Coach Neil Gleichman said two thirds of the field of 18 schools were in divisions 4A and 5A. Even with the competitive field, in the 100 meter dash Sophomore Hannah Hartshorn finished fifth out of around 80 athletes, and among 3A schools is currently ranked second in the state. Freshman Crystal Moosman put up a good showing in both throwing events, finishing tenth out of 70 athletes in the discus. In the 200 meter dash, freshman C.J. Hopkins finished seventh and freshman Isabella Wilson came in sixth in the 400 meter run. “We didn’t even know she was a 400 meter runner and she just uncapped, it was beautiful,” Gleichman said of Wilson. He said the girls’ 4 x 100 meter relay team “rocked it” and both sprint medley teams were also strong.
SNAKE RIVER 13, TETON 1 (5) Teton 001 00 — 1 3 2 Snake River 217 3x — 13 12 2 TETON — Pitchers: N/A. Leading hitters: McCashland 1-3, R; S. Coffman 1-1. SNAKE RIVER — Pitchers: Alyssa Crumley 5IP, 3H, 1R, 2BB, 4K, 1HBP. Leading hitters: Kara Polatis 1-3; Sarah Goodwin 2-3; Ashlyn Wood 2-2, 3RBIs; Raegen Martin 2-3, 3RBIs; Cierra Van Orden 1-1, 3R.
Among the boys, Senior Thomas Knight came in fifth in the 800 meter run, giving him the top ranked 3A 800 meter time in the state. The mens’ 4 x 400 meter relay team ran to fourth place, “stunning the competition,” said Gleichman. Senior Tanner Starkey received 13th in the discus for the Redskins. He said the team is making strong progress considering they have only recently had their first practice on the track. On top of that, several strong runners have been unable to compete due to injuries. Gleichman also called out the large number of kids participating this year, saying the team had to take two busses to the Shelley event. The Redskins will travel to the Sugar Salem Invitational, a smaller meet than the Shelly Invitational. Gleichman said that small field of teams will allow the Redskins to be even more competitive.
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• On April 7, 1776, Navy Capt. John Barry, commander of the American warship Lexington, makes the first American naval capture of a British vessel when he takes command of the British warship HMS Edward off the coast of Virginia.
perform because of her race. • On April 11, 1951, President Harry Truman relieves Gen. Douglas MacArthur of command of the U.S. forces in Korea. The firing set off an uproar among the American public, but Truman remained committed to keeping the conflict in Korea limited. Eventually, the American people understood that MacArthur’s policies might have led to a massively expanded war in Asia.
• On April 12, 1914, the Mark Strand Theater opens to the public in New York City. The Strand was the first of the “dream palaces.” It seated 3,000 people and boasted a second-floor balcony.
• On April 10, 1963, the USS Thresher, an atomic submarine, sinks in the Atlantic Ocean, killing the entire crew when it unexpectedly plunged to the sea floor 300 miles off the coast of New England. A subsequent investigation revealed that a leak in a silver-brazed joint in the engine room had caused a short circuit.
• On April 9, 1939, Easter Sunday, more than 75,000 people come to the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., to hear black contralto Marian Anderson give a free concert. Anderson had been scheduled to sing at Washington’s Constitution Hall, but the Daughters of the American Revolution denied her the right to
• On April 13, 1970, disaster strikes 200,000 miles from Earth when oxygen tank No. 2 blows up on Apollo 13, the third manned lunar landing mission. The crippled spacecraft continued to the moon, circled it, and began a long journey back to Earth, parachuting safely into the Pacific Ocean on April 17.
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• On April 8, 563 B.C., Buddhists celebrate the commemoration of the birth of Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism. Gautama Buddha was born as Prince Siddhartha, son of the king of the Sakya kingdom, located on the borders of present-day Nepal and India.
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a run in. Snake River had a runner on Rachel Horne base in the bottom of the seventh from a TVN Staff bunt and a stolen base, then scored on a The Teton High School baseball team sacrifice fly to win the game. lost two this week, but coach Dave Ross “We played quite well,” said Ross. “It said they were both good competitive was a tough game. We had them on the games so the losses were not ropes pretty much, but they discouraging. were a good hitting team.” On Thursday, the RedWe played quite Snake River had 11 base skins fell 6-1 to Rigby. Ross hits to Teton’s seven and the well. It was a said it was kind of a pitcher’s Redskins also left 13 guys on tough game. We duel for five innings. Kolton base. Bleggi started on the mound had them on the Still, Ross said he’s confifor Teton and threw for five ropes pretty much, dent Snake River will be back innings, striking out eight at the state tournament, and but they were a batters. the game was a good gauge good hitting team. “They just ended up takto see how they matched up. ________________ ing advantage, got guys on Bleggi had a double in the Dave Ross, base and had timely hits,” said game and then hit what Ross THS baseball Ross. “We didn’t take advancalled “a monster homerun” coach tage of our opportunities as to give them a 6-3 lead, hitthey did.” ting one over the fence at left Jacob Abbott was 2-3 while center field. Coleman McCallum, Anthony Jones and “He was swinging the bat really well,” Zach Neuhaus all had base hits. Teton’s said Ross. lone run came in the third inning with Neuhaus had a double and a single, Abbott leading off, then moving to second while Jake Schultz, Jaxon Reiley and Taybase on a sacrifice bunt from Moulton. He lor Petersen all had base hits. then scored on a hit by Neuhaus. McCallum was the starting pitcher, On Saturday, Teton traveled to Snake throwing for five innings and striking out River where they took on the defending six and only walking one. Ross said he has 3A state champions. Despite a late lead been sick for part of the season so this was in the game, the Redskins couldn’t hang his first outing and he looked really sharp. on and lost 7-6. Teton travels to American Falls for a Snake River overcame a 6-3 deficit in four-game tournament. They take on Filer the sixth inning then scored four runs in then Buhl on Friday, then Kimberly and the last two innings to go ahead for the American Falls on Saturday. Ross said it win. They scored three runs in the sixth will be a good opportunity to see teams inning to tie. Teton had the bases loaded from the central part of the state. in the seventh inning, but couldn’t bring
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Friday, April 11
Puccini’s La Boheme: Live in HD 7 p.m. The Met screens Puccini’s tragic masterpiece La Boheme, the most performed opera in the Met’s history, live with a closing night reception featuring complimentary hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Tickets: $20 adults, $12 students Thursday, April 17
Introduction to Wines 6:30-8 p.m. Ever curious about the intricacies of wine pairings, what constitutes a fine vintage or even just curious what someone is doing with the glass before they take a sip? Jackson Whole Grocer’s wine manager Hailey Morton is a certified wine specialist and will rely the tricks she has picked up through her years in the industry. Must be 21 or older. Tickets: $30
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With this new market, and prices on the rise, where should I invest? You should invest in anything, as long as it’s right now... I’m being facetious, but only slightly. About 2 years ago, I predicted that by summer 2013 we were going to see a large influx of Buyers feeling like they missed the bandwagon. Supply would be minimal, and demand very high. I was about 6 months off, but that day has come. If you have any friends in the real estate business, you have probably heard them complaining about working late nights and weekends, (except for me, I don’t complain). Anyway, it’s been long past due, and what’s happening is a good thing. Even commercial rentals are starting to shake loose, Main Street Driggs is at it’s highest occupancy in years. Anyway, I’m supposed to be talking about investments here. As always, it depends on how much you have to spend, and what type
of investor you are. If you are in the market for a lot in town under 30,000 I know of a few nice lots in developments like Calico Sky that would work great for spec homes. Believe it or not, that market is right around the corner. Looking for a long term rental investment opportunity in the 100k price range? A few listings remain in the Sage-Hen condo development in Victor that would make great investments. I’ve also heard rumors of a few new condo & town house listings that might be hitting the market in Driggs in that price range. It’s a good time to be a landlord as well. If you have been looking for a long-term rental in the area over the past few months, you can probably vouch for the limited availability, virtually “0” at the moment - which is driving rent rates to the highest levels in years.
Still thinking about that short-term vacation rental property? With most of the inventory along Ski Hill Road depleted, buyers should (and will) shift their attention to the Palisades condos in Teton Springs. I recently reviewed a financial statement for a rental in the condo development, it was impressive to say the least. There’s a lot of buzz out there. We are all working overtime, and we’re glad to be doing it. I’m betting, and sort of banking on a faster recovery than some may have originally thought. Remember the comments about Teton Valley’s 1000 year supply of vacant lots? The infamous “ghost subdivisions”? I know they are out there, but with the looks of things, I wouldn’t mind picking up a few more “spooky” land listings myself.
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From Kabul to Teton Valley
made sure to get back Scott Stuntz to Idaho to go mounTVN Staff tain biking. One of Many people move the biggest adjustto Teton Valley for the ments that he has had biking, hiking and fishto make since moving ing. If you come from to the Teton Valley in a large city, or other Feb. is getting used to places that don’t allow the number of options you to get outside at the grocery store. often, that change can “I have not been be a major one. able to handle going For Paul Wendinto a grocery store land, who lived in with so much selecKabul, Afghanistan, tion, I literally don’t it was more than rush know what to buy, hour traffic that kept him from the outTVN Courtesy/Paul Wendland I literally want to Victor resident Paul Wendland in buy the whole store doors. “I lived in a forti- Afghanistan while working in small because now I can cook for myself,” he fied compound, it business development. said. was called a hotel, but Most of the time he was in Afghaniactually it was a fortified compound with large walls around it, barbed wire, stan, Wendland ate from a cafeteria or security gates, armed guards on towers, had a small kitchen area where he could bomb sniffing dogs, basically it looks cook “like a college student, ramen noodles and horrible food.” like a prison.” Being in Kabul for the past few years, Wendland was working in small busihe’s had a good handle on international ness development and has worked in countries across Africa and Asia as part politics but has not kept up to speed on domestic politics as much as he should. of his development work. He kept busy playing squash and However, moving back to Teton Valley even taught himself to fly cast in the and being hired as a fundraiser with Valcompound’s courtyard, but even his ley Advocates for Responsible Developcoworkers could tell he missed the ment has given him quite the refresher course he said. outdoors. Regardless of any transitions he’s had “My friends joked in Afghanistan that I was like a caged animal, that its to make, Wendland said he’s enjoying just not really suitable for my person- being back in Idaho. “I’ve had a very, very warm welcome ality to be locked up like that, so after about eight to ten weeks they said you here in the valley and I’m really lookneed to go on another trip, you need ing forward to staying here for a long to go on a vacation, you need to get time,” he said. out,” he said. You can listen to my Wendland said he has lived in Idaho conversation with Wendland Out at Teton Valley News.net or before, he owned a house in Moscow, on our soundcloud page. and on some of his trips home, he
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Thursday, April 10 Candidate Ron Moeller speaking for the public at Seniors West of the Tetons Community Center during noon lunch. Friday, April 11 2nd Annual Men’s Breakfast sponsored by Family Safety Network. Learn how super men can be part of the solution to eliminate domestic violence and sexual assault. Friday, April 22, at the Driggs Community Center from 8-9 a.m. Coffee’s on at 7:30 a.m. Door prizes include a town cruiser bike. More info call FSN at (208) 354-8057. Saturday, April 12 Zumba Party at Victor Elementary gymnasium, sponsored by Balance Studios. $5 donation requested. Free babysitting. 5:30 to 7 p.m. Saturday, April 12 Disco Dance Party at the Knotty Pine Supper Club! Saturday, April 12 from 8 p.m. - midnight. Get your groove on at the most fun dance party of the year! Costumes optional, doing the “Hustle” is mandatory. Proceeds benefit the Teton County Democratic Party. Tuesday, April 15 Vegetarian feast at Senior Lunch in honor of Earth Day. Noon. Wednesday, April 16 Idaho Wyoming Interstate Meeting, The state of Wyoming and the state of Idaho is hosting a public meeting to discuss water delivery for the Teton River Basin including tributaries which cross the state line. An Interstate agreement between the two states will be the main agenda item. The public meeting is scheduled for April 16 at 3 p.m. at the Senior Citizens Center in Driggs. Thursday, April 17 Regional Recycling Feasibility Study Presentation Learn more about the findings from a study investigating recycling potential if several counties in the Greater Yellowstone Region joined forces.
Suicide survivor support group will meet the first Wednesday of the month at the Family Safety Network in Driggs at 7 p.m. Contact Adam at (208) 705-7898.
April 18-19 The Friends of the Valley of the Tetons Library will be holding a book sale. 56 N. Main Street, Victor. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Teton Valley Food Pantry donation day. Every third Saturday of the month at Broulim’s from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Teton Valley Food Pantry will be open every other Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m. or by emergency need. First and Howard Street. Estaremos abiertos cada dos semanas— Miercoles 6-7:30 p.m. For more information, visit tvfoodpantry.com.
Friday, April 18 Meet and Greet with local author LeAnn Bednar “The Last Ride” 6 p.m. at Valley of the Tetons Library refreshments will be served. Saturday, April 19 Driggs Vet Horse Health Clinic Discounted shots and tests. Brand inspector. 8 a.m.noon. Call 354-2212
The American Legion meets the second Wednesday at the American Legion Hall at 7:30 p.m. Teton Valley Museum Winter hours: Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and by appointment. The museum is collecting written and oral histories, artifacts and pictures of early pioneer families and infrastructure of the valley. Call (208) 354-6000 or (208) 456-2259 for more information.
Thursday, April 24 Teton Valley Republican Women will offer a conceal carry class at 5:30 p.m. at the Driggs Senior Center. Pre-registration is required at mylegalheat.com and the cost is $75. Friday, April 25 Balance Studios junior dance team presents Arabian Nights at Teton High School auditorium. Admission is $20 per family or $5 a person. 6:30 p.m. Performance includes, ballet, modern and jazz routines. Wednesday, April 30 Coffee with Teton Conservation District. Protect your home from wildfire! Information on how to make your home and neighborhood safer from wildfire. Teton County Government. 420 W. Pearl Ave. Jackson, Wyo. ––––––––––––––––––––––– ONGOING Ping-Pong every Monday night at the Wildwood Room in Victor. 6 p.m. until the end. Tournament starts at 7:15 p.m. Centering Prayer Group meets Wednesday, 11 a.m. and Thurs. 4 p.m. All are welcome. St. Francis Episcopal Church in Alta. Call (307) 353-8100 for more information.
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Arts Council classes:. • March 6-April 3, Thurs. 6-8 p.m., The Basics & Beyond adult ceramics class with Tim Rein. • Sundays: Paint your own Pottery 4-6 p.m. Ongoing. In this class, participants will purchase premade cast pottery and sculptural pieces, and then learn how to apply glaze to create finished pieces. • Handbuilding for Pottery & Sculpture (adult class). 6-8 p.m., two sessions: Feb. 18-March 4 (three classes) & March 11-April 1 (4 classes). • Thursdays: The Basics and beyond with Tim Rein. In this ‘anything goes’ class, learn the basics of wheelthrowing and handbuilt ceramics. March 6-April 3 (five classes), 6-8 p.m. • Ceramics Open Studio times: Thursday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, 1-4 p.m., Sunday, 1-4 p.m., Monday, 6-8 p.m., Wednesday, 11
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a.m. to 3 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. For more information, visit tetonartscouncil.org. • April 8-29 (4 classes)Tuesdays 6-8 p.m., Intro to the Potter’s Wheel (adults) with Natasha Peterson more info at tetonartscouncil.com. • April 9-23, Wednesdays 3:30-5 p.m. (3 classes) Kid’s Clay, with Natasha Peterson. More info at tetonartscouncil.com. Tai Chi classes at the Driggs City Center. Each week the class will progress as new skills are learned. The class will meet every Tuesday and Friday at 10 a.m. Contact Ed Kenny, 354-6688. Free. Bible education book club, Monday nights, 6 p.m. at St. Francis of the Tetons in Alta. Current book series by Capon on the Judgment Parables. Books available. Fun and lively discussions.
Friday Meditation at The Center For Energy Healing from noon to 1 p.m. Hosted by Certified Master Instructor, So la meé Heneage. Silent meditation is followed by discussion or sharing. Some cushions or chairs available. Donation basket. All levels of experience are welcome. 60 Ashley St., Suite A, Driggs. www.energyheals.net. Relaxation & Guided Imagery, a trauma survivors skills training. Wednesdays from 5-6 p.m. Free, confidential, support group for women 18+ at Tree of Life Counseling, 1300 Arrowhead Plaza Way, Driggs (behind King’s), with Christina Riley, LCSW (354-8057 for info). Women’s Wisdom: Discovering the Best You, Wednesdays from 4-5 p.m. a free, confidential, support group for women 18+ at Tree of Life Counseling, 1300 Arrowhead Plaza Way, Driggs, with Christina Riley, LCSW (354-8057 for info).
Alta Library Storytime 11:15-11:45 a.m., ages 2-5. Every Wednesday. Valley of the Tetons Victor Story Time ages 3-4, 10 a.m. Wednesdays. Lap sit story time on Fridays, 10:30 a.m., ages 3 and under.
Teton Valley Rotary Club meets weekly at the Senior Center in Driggs on Wednesdays at noon. The Teton Valley Chamber of Commerce meets the third Wednesday of every month at 5 p.m. at 57 S. Main St. in Driggs. Government meetings
Fit and balance class every Monday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Driggs Community Center, 60 S. Main St. A fitness class for older adults including exercises for mobility, strengthening, balance and flexibility. Free. Contact Eagle Physical Therapy, 354-0089.
Driggs Planning and Zoning Commission meets the second Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at Driggs City Hall.
Alta Audio Book Club. 7-8 p.m. Ages 8 to adult. This unique book club meets each Thursday at Alta Branch Library to listen to audiobook dramas and adventures for the whole family. Simple snacks and desserts provided by the group.
Teton District 401 School Board meets the second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the district office at 445 N. Main St., Driggs.
Driggs City Council meets the first and third Tuesday at the Driggs City Hall Building. 7 p.m.
Tetonia City Council meets the second Monday of every month at the Tetonia City Hall, 105 Perry Ave.
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Palm Sunday Eucharist service with Rev. Lucinda Ashby at 10am.
Thursday, April 17th
Maundy Thursday Agape meal at 6pm followed by a service with Deb Adams at 7pm.
Friday, April 18th
Good Friday service with Jim Schulz at 12 noon.
Saturday, April 19th
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Easter Sunday Eucharist service with Rev. Mary Erickson at 10am followed by an Easter egg hunt for the children.
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Family Safety Network search out ‘Supermen’ for the second year children, men are an important part of the organization. What: Family She said most of the FSN’s Safety Network For the second year, the board members are men, and Men’s Breakfast Family Safety Network some of them will be on hand (FSN) will host its annual at the breakfast to tell their Where: Driggs men’s breakfast. As with stories of how they became Community Center last year’s event, the theme involved with the Family of “Are you a Superman” Safety Network. When: April 11, discusses how “super men” The breakfast is at 8 a.m., 8 a.m. can help eliminate domesApril 11, at the Driggs Comtic violence and sexual Coming up: May munity Center. She said last assault. year, the breakfast was funded 5, “Walk a Mile in “Domestic violence by a federal grant, but this Her Shoes” event can be seen as a women’s year the money is coming issue, in realty it’s a comfrom local sponsors like the munity issue, and when it Teton Valley Foundation and happens, we all fail,” said Silver Star Communications. FSN Executive Director Susie Fenger. Fenger added that Peaked Sports donatPart of the breakfast will focus on out- ed a town cruiser bike for a door prize, reach and education. and MD nursery donated 100 bouquets “What it is, how it happens and how of Daffodils to the FSN to sell to the men men can be involved in stopping it,” she at the breakfast for them “to take home to said. their significant others.” In addition, Fenger said what people see To register or for more information, as masculine and men’s roles in society are contact the FSN at (208)-354-8057, or changing, and the event recognizes that by familysafety@silverstar.com. also being a “celebration of men.” Coming up a little less than a month “Today’s man is strong and sensitive and after the breakfast is another event that an active family participant,” Fenger said. will show men’s support of ending abuse. “This is a valley of way more than just a On May 5, the Family Safety Network is few good men.” holding its “Walk a mile in her shoes,” She said even though many of the net- event, where men sign up to walk a mile work’s programs are aimed at women and long course in high heels. Scott Stuntz TVN Staff
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Grand Teton National Park road crews cut through the deep snowpack on the Teton Park Road between the Taggart Lake parking area and Signal Mountain Lodge— a distance of 15 miles—and completed this portion of the annual spring plowing on Friday, April 4. The Teton Park Road has now melted down to pavement and is currently open to non-motorized recreation, such as walking, roller-blading and biking. However, road crews are still in the process of clearing the Jenny Lake scenic loop road, as well as other auxiliary roads and wayside areas. Because the annual snow removal operations are still underway, anyone using the Teton Park Road for springtime recreation must be alert, and be prepared, for sharing the road with heavy equipment, large trucks and other park vehicles that will regularly travel this roadway as the spring opening continues. As a safety precaution, visitors to this area must stay at least 500 feet back from the large rotary snow removal equipment at work. The annual plowing of the Teton Park Road is a process that can take several weeks to complete, depending on the depth and consistency of the snowpack. Due to the exceptionally deep and dense snowpack this year, snow removal on just the principal Teton Park Road has taken the better part of two weeks. Still, springtime visitors can look forward to access on this park road for more than three weeks before it opens for
the summer travel season. The Teton Park Road will open again for private vehicle use on Thursday, May 1, 2014. Visitors are reminded that dogs are permitted on the Teton Park Road. Owners are required to keep pets on a leash no longer than six feet in length and are required to use waste disposal bags to pick up after their dogs. Mutt Mitt stations are in place at the Taggart Lake parking area. Be alert, though. Bears are now out of hibernation and active again in Grand Teton National Park and the John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway. Consequently, park visitors need to be alert for bears and take appropriate precautions when using the Teton Park Road and other park areas. Visitors should exercise common sense and good judgment, stay alert and follow these recommended safety tips while biking, hiking or spring skiing: • Make noise • Travel in a group of three or more • Carry bear spray and know how to use it • Maintain a 100-yard distance from bears at all times • Never approach a bear under any circumstances People should also report any bear sightings or signs of their presence to the nearest visitor center or ranger station. Timely reporting will help park staff to provide important safety messages about bear activity to other visitors.
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Transplanting, pruning and caring for your trees Lance Ellis University of Idaho Extension Educator
If you are looking at your yard and think that a tree was planted in the wrong place, and would like to move it, then right now would be the best time to get that done. Transplanting deciduous trees should be done when they are dormant, and the temperatures are cooler. This reduces the amount of shock that the tree incurs after being transplanted, as it isn’t losing as much water through its leaves as it would in the middle of summer. Early fall, after the temperatures have cooled down a bit, is also another good time to transplant deciduous trees. If you decide to move a tree, choosing the best method to dig it out depends on its size. Smaller deciduous trees can be dug by hand and then transplanted bare root to another site. Medium to larger trees require a mechanized tree spade for transplanting, which then removes the root ball with the dirt around it. Tree spading is safer for the tree and more successful than digging an established tree out of your yard and moving it by hand, as there are less roots damaged. When moving a tree bare root, it helps to prune the tree’s branches and reduce the top growth since the roots will be reduced, also. This helps to equalize the needs of the top and bottom and prevent the larger tree top from overwhelming the reduced root system with demands for water. Always avoid the warmer summer months when considering moving a tree. Evergreen trees are trickier to transplant than deciduous trees, as they really never go dormant, and therefore are continually taking up water throughout the year. As a general rule, evergreens cannot be dug bare root, but always should be spaded to be moved around. You can ball and burlap them if you want, and this can help to not disturb their root systems. Even
cracking a balled and burlapped root ball can injure the tree’s roots and reduce its chances of survival. As evergreens are not dug bare root, there is little need to remove or prune their branches. Most evergreens are not pruned or shaped, as a more natural form is desired in most landscapes. As a reminder, late February, March and early April are the best time to get your annual pruning done on shade and fruit trees. Trees such as willows and birches should be pruned a little earlier as they will have more sap flowing and tend to bleed the closer you get to spring time. Tree fertilization can be done around this time of year, and should be done with a slow release granular fertilizer. Granular fertilizers have been shown to be the most effective method of fertilizing trees rather than soil injections, fertilizer stakes, and liquid applications. Unless your soil is very deficient in nutrients or your tree is showing signs of nutrient deficiency, a once a year application of fertilizer is generally sufficient. Many landscape trees have all the needed nutrients for healthy growth and can sustain themselves for many years without added nutrients, but trees producing large fruit quantities may have a higher nutrition demand. If needs are not met, they will probably show signs of a problem. Yellowing leaves, poor growth or poor fruit set and production can be indicators of a fertilizer nutrition problem. In a nutshell, watch your trees and how they grow and develop year to year, and you will be able to identify unusual growth habits or problems. Be vigilant of your tree’s health as it pays off in the long run. Waiting until you start to see dead branches and the tree stagnating or dying is generally too late, and the tree may be saved. Good luck gardening! For questions, contact Lance at 624-3102.
Book review Va l l e y of t h e T e to n s L i b r a r y
‘The Boys in the Boat’ Reviewed by Susie Blair, Valley of the Tetons Librarian
“The Boys in the Boat” is a nonfiction story about the University of Washington nine-man 1936 (Berlin; Hitler) Olympic gold medalist sculling crew and the social and economical despair of the 1930s in the United States. Joe Rantz, one of the nine boys and a main character in the story, must fend for himself most of his life, having lost his mother at 3 years old. His stepmother gives the ultimate ultimatum, the “new” family or Joe, forcing Joe’s father to abandoned him in the backwoods of Sequim, Washington. These circumstances cause Joe to have little faith and trust in his fellow man. The turning point for the sculling team’s success is finding faith and trust in their teammates to work as one. Joe and the boat sculling team rally against all odds and criticism to overcome and not only go to the 1936 Olympics in Germany, but to take the gold medal along with Jesse Owens in front of the most racist dictator in recent history. (Made me proud to be an American!) There are similarities to today’s life; Hitler hiding Nazi fantasies of racial superiority during the 1936 Olympics and today’s Russian dealings with Ukraine soon after the 2014 Olym-
pics. I hope that the timing is the only resemblance. Another comparison to today’s world is the desire for Washingtonian’s to show their pride and value with the Seattle Seahawks winning the Super Bowl. I love the quote, “For the first time ever, Seattle was going to play on the world stage.” I wonder how today’s people would overcome the odds that the 1930s and the depression caused. Life was much harder back in the thirties and we sure could learn how to overcome today’s disappointments. It is a wonderful story to fall back on when I feel today’s life keeps knocking me down. The sculling was also climatic and exciting. My family is from the Seattle area, and in every scene described by first accounts and dairies of Brown, I can see my Grandparents working to provide for my parents. Not knowing my Grandparents, I can only assume the resolve and determination they must have had to be successful. It is an amazing story of strength and determination our forefathers showed to overcome difficulties. Author: Daniel James Brown ISBN: 978-0-670-02581-7 Valley of the Tetons Call Number: 797.12 BRO
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Teton Valley Foundation gets new director Scott Stuntz TVN Staff Erica Linnell will take over as the new executive director of The Teton Valley Foundation beginning April 10. Linnell, who replaces former director Gill Hundley, who resigned last fall, said she took the job because it was a good fit for her goals. “It’s not like I was looking for a nonprofit directorship, it was this job that spoke to me.” Aside from serving on the board of Teton Valley Trails and Pathways, Linnel has also served as the chair of the Teton County Democratic Party, a post she is giving to vice-chair Russell “Rusty”
Cheney as she assumes her Shannon Brooks Hamby duties at the foundation. said the group is in the She came to the valley middle of “a natural evooriginally to teach skiing lution from a grass root’s organization to a more classes with the Nationstructured nonprofit with al Outdoor Leadership School and has remained year round programs.” active, managing programs, She said the group leading courses and most intentionally waited to recently teaching Wilderhire a new director so the ness Emergency Medical foundation could complete Technician classes. its new strategic plan and Erica Linnell “I wouldn’t have left a make sure its new leader 17-year career at NOLS if was able to guide the group I didn’t think this was the right fit,” she as it grows. said. “Erica brings a deep understanding of Chair of the foundation’s board, organizational management and leader-
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ship,” she said. Hamby said the group wants to make sure it can handle the challenges that rapid growth creates, in the short term, so it can fulfill its mission of bringing education, culture and recreation to Teton Valley. Linnell said she will take the summer to make sure she has a handle on the organization before releasing her specific goals, but said in general she intends to expand the foundations fundraising, through pursuing philanthropy and grants. She also said she would like to expand the activities the foundation offers, including exploring holding more events in Driggs.
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No.: 10-09879-6A On July 7, 2014 11:00 AM, in the lobby of the Teton County Courthouse, 150 Courthouse Drive, Driggs in the County of Teton, State of Idaho, Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, as Trustee, on behalf of U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for Asset Backed Securities Corporation Home Equity Loan Trust, Series OOMC 2006-HE3, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series OOMC 2006HE3, the current Beneficiary, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Teton, State of Idaho, and described as follows: The South half South half of Southeast quarter Northeast quarter of Section 12, TWP. 4N, Range. 45 E., B.M. Teton County, Idaho being further described as: Commencing at the E1/4 corner of said Section 12; Thence N 89º51'22"W, 1328.84 ft. along the South line of the NE1/4 to the SW corner of the SE1/4NE1/4 of said Section 12; Thence N 00º06'41"W, 330.64 ft. along the West line of the SE1/4NE1/4 of said Section 12 to a point; Thence S 89º52'36"E, 1327.95 ft. to a point on the Eastern section line of said Section 12; Thence S 00º15'56"E, 331.12 ft. along the Eastern section line of said Section 12 to the point of beginning. The Trustee has no knowledge of a more particular description of the above referenced real property, but for purposes of compliance with Section 60-113 Idaho Code, the Trustee has been informed that the address of: 2462 S. 1000 East, DRIGGS, ID, is sometimes associated with said real property. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrance to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by STEVE EARL SEWELL AND BRENDA H. SEWELL, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as original grantor(s), to FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY, as original trustee, for the benefit and security of OPTION ONE MORTGAGE CORPORATION, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, as original beneficiary, dated as of December 1, 2005, and recorded December 7, 2005, as Instrument No. 173274 in the Official Records of the Office of the Recorder of Teton County, Idaho. Please Note: The above grantor(s) are named to comply with section 45-1506(4)(A), Idaho Code, No representation is made that they are, or are not, presently responsible for this obligation set forth herein. The current beneficiary is: U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for Asset Backed Securities Corporation Home Equity Loan Trust, Series OOMC 2006-HE3, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series OOMC 2006HE3, (the "Beneficiary"). Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in the Idaho Financial Code and authorized to do business in Idaho, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. The default(s) for which this sale is to be made under Deed of Trust and Note dated December 1, 2005 are: Failed to pay the monthly payments of $3,102.73 due from February 1, 2010, together with all subsequent payments; together with late charges due; together with other fees and expenses incurred by the Beneficiary; The principal balance owing as of this date on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust is $395,135.24, plus accrued interest at the rate of 7.25000% per annum from January 1, 2010. All delinquent amounts are now due, together with accruing late charges, and interest, unpaid and accruing taxes, assessments, trustee's fees, attorney's fees, and any amounts advanced to protect the security associated with this foreclosure and that the beneficiary elects to sell or cause the trust property to be sold to satisfy said obligation. Dated: January 28, 2014 Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, Trustee 11000 Olson Drive Ste101, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 916-636-0114 Megan Curtis, Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION please call 714-7302727 A-4442268 03/27/2014, 04/03/2014, 04/10/2014, 04/17/2014
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JIM RICE I.S.B. #6511 R. AARON MORRISS I.S.B. #7722 RICE LAW PLLC 2805 E. Blaine Street, Suite 140 Caldwell, Idaho 83605 Telephone: (208) 454-9287 Facsimile: (208) 454-9348 Attorneys for Plaintiff IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF ADA
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE SEVENTH DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF TETON
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Case No. CV-14-42
SUMMONS
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
KRISTOPHER ALAN BLOOM, v.
Plaintiff,
(I.C. 15-3-801) IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF
BILLIE JO BLOOM nka BILLIE JO COLANGE, Defendant. NOTICE: YOU HAVE BEEN SUED BY THE ABOVE-NAMED plaintiff. THE COURT MAY ENTER JUDGMENT AGAINST YOU WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE UNLESS YOU RESPOND WITHIN 20 DAYS. READ THE INFORMATION BELOW. TO: BILLIE JO BLOOM nka BILLIE JO COLANGE, (DEFENDANT) YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that in order to defend this lawsuit, an appropriate written response must be filed with the above designated court within 20 days after service of this Summons on you. If you fail to so respond, the court may enter judgment against you as demanded by the Plaintiff in his Petition to Modify Custody and Support. A copy of the Petition is served with this Summons. If you wish to seek the advice of or representation by an attorney in this matter, you should do so promptly so that your written response, if any, may be filed in time and other legal rights protected. An appropriate written response requires compliance with Rule 10(a)(1) and other Idaho Rules of Civil Procedure and shall also include:
BRANDON CHRIS SPERBER, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed personal representative of the above-named decedent. All persons having claims against the decedent or the estate are required to present their claims within four 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 5th day of March 2014. ___________________________ /s/TAMARA DAWN SPERBER 14 E. 4500 S. Victor, ID 83455 April 10, 17, 24, 2014 LN53
1. The title and number of this case. 2. If your response is an Answer to the Petition, it must contain admissions or denials of the separate allegations of the Petition and other defenses you may claim. 3. Your signature, mailing address and telephone number, or the signature, mailing address and telephone number of your attorney. 4. Proof of mailing or delivery of a copy of your response to Plaintiff's attorney, as designated above. To determine whether you must pay a filing fee with your response, contact the Clerk of the above-named court. DATED this 20th day of December 2013. CLERK OF THE COURT By: ____________ Deputy Clerk
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Notice of Trustee's Sale Idaho Code 45-1506 Today's date:
Notice of Trustee's Sale Idaho Code 45-1506 Today's date:
March 12, 2014 File No.: 7042.11491 Sale date and time (local time): July 16, 2014 at 11:00 AM Sale location: in the office of First American Title Company, 81 North Main Street, Driggs, ID 83422 Property address: 3066 Teton Avenue Tetonia, ID 83452 Successor Trustee: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc., an Idaho Corporation P.O. Box 997 Bellevue, WA 98009 (425) 586-1900 Deed of Trust information Original grantor: Rick Don Soose, an unmarried person Original trustee: Fidelity National Title Insurance Co. Original beneficiary: Countrywide Home Loans, Inc. Recording date: 01/19/2007 Recorder's instrument number: 184360 and Re-Recorded on 1/24/2007 under Instrument No. 184507 County: Teton Sum owing on the obligation: as of March 12, 2014: $72,549.25 Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day to day, the amount due on the day you pay may be greater. Hence, if you pay the amount shown above, an adjustment may be necessary after we receive your check. For further information write or call the Successor Trustee at the address or telephone number provided above. Basis of default: failure to make payments when due. Please take notice that the Successor Trustee will sell at public auction to the highest bidder for certified funds or equivalent the property described above. The property address is identified to comply with IC 60-113 but is not warranted to be correct. The property's legal description is: Beginning at the Northeast corner of Lot 4, Block 9, Tetonia Townsite, Teton County, Idaho and running thence West 120 feet, thence South 50 feet, thence East 120 feet, thence North 50 feet to the Point of Beginning. The sale is subject to conditions, rules and procedures as described at the sale and which can be reviewed at www.northwesttrustee.com or USA-Foreclosure.com. The sale is made without representation, warranty or covenant of any kind. (TS# 7042.11491) 1002.266040-File No.
MOULTON LAW OFFICE Sean R. Moulton, Esq. [Bar No 6653] 60 East Wallace Ave. P.O. Box 631 Driggs, Idaho 83422 (208) 354-2345 (208) 354-2346 [facsimile] seanmoulton@tetonvalleylaw.com ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER
March 18, 2014 File No.: 7236.25281 Sale date and time (local time): July 18, 2014 at 11:00 AM Sale location: in the office of First American Title Company, 81 North Main Street, Driggs, ID 83422 Property address: 8976 Settlement Drive fka 497 Settlement Drive Victor, ID 83455 Successor Trustee: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc., an Idaho Corporation P.O. Box 997 Bellevue, WA 98009 (425) 586-1900 Deed of Trust information Original grantor: Darren Hilbert and Vonda L Hilbert, husband and wife Original trustee: Fidelity National Title Original beneficiary: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for Countrywide Home Loans, Inc., its successors and assigns Recording date: 06/22/2006 Recorder's instrument number: 177978 County: Teton Sum owing on the obligation: as of March 18, 2014: $273,452.55 Because of interest, late charges, and other charges that may vary from day to day, the amount due on the day you pay may be greater. Hence, if you pay the amount shown above, an adjustment may be necessary after we receive your check. For further information write or call the Successor Trustee at the address or telephone number provided above. Basis of default: failure to make payments when due. Please take notice that the Successor Trustee will sell at public auction to the highest bidder for certified funds or equivalent the property described above. The property address is identified to comply with IC 60113 but is not warranted to be correct. The property's legal description is: Lot 99 of The Settlement at Teton Valley addition to the City of Victor, Phase 1, Teton County, Idaho, as per the recorded plat thereof. The sale is subject to conditions, rules and procedures as described at the sale and which can be reviewed at www.northwesttrustee.com or USAForeclosure.com. The sale is made without representation, warranty or covenant of any kind. (TS# 7236.25281) 1002.266219-File No.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE On Thursday, the 31st day of July, 2014, at the hour of 1:00 o'clock p.m. of said day at First American Title Co., 81 North Main Street, Driggs, in the County of Teton, State of Idaho, Benjamin P. Hursh, as Successor Trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, the following described real property in the County of Teton, State of Idaho, and described as follows, to wit: A part of the NW¼NW¼ of Section 17, Twp. 6N., Rge. 45 E., Boise, Meridian, Teton County, Idaho being further described, as follows; From the Southwest corner of the Northwest 1/4 of said Section 17, running N 01°22'28"E, 1386.65 feet along the West section line, thence N 89°56'21"E, 22.37 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING said point is on the Easterly right-ofway line of State Highway 32, and running thence along said right-of-way N 00°13'58"E, 82.24 feet to a Highway monument; thence continuing along said right-of-way N 00°16'03"E, 563.80 feet; thence N 89°56'21"E, 1160.11 feet; thence S 01°22'28"W, 646.21feet; thence N 89°56'21"W, 1147.58 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING. Commonly known as 889 N. Hwy 32, Tetonia, ID 83452 The Successor Trustee has no knowledge of a more particular description of the above referenced real property, but for purposed of compliance with Section 60-113, Idaho Code, the Successor Trustee has been informed that the street address of 889 N. Hwy 32, Tetonia, ID 83452, is sometimes associated with said real property. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by TETONIA PROPERTIES, LLC, Grantor, the sum owing on the obligation secured by the deed of trust for the benefit and security of FIRST INTERSTATE BANK was $212,683.16. Benjamin P. Hursh, Successor Trustee, under Deed of Trust dated February 26, 2010, recorded March 3, 2010, as Instrument No. 210034, records of Teton County, ID. THE ABOVE GRANTOR IS NAMED TO COMPLY WITH SECTION 45-1505(4)(a), IDAHO CODE. NO REPRESENTATION IS MADE THAT IT IS, OR IS NOT, PRESENTLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS OBLIGATION. The default for which this sale is to be made is the failure to pay the monthly payments due on the underlying obligation for the months of December 2013, January and February 2014 in the amount of, $1,466.00 per month, resulting in acceleration of the total amount due along with the accrued interest, late charges and other fees thereon, for a balance owing through February 21, 2014 of $212,683.16 . DATED this 10th day of March, 2014. _____________________ /s/BENJAMIN P. HURSH, a member of the Idaho State Bar, SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE
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T.S. No. 00596-ID Parcel No. RP A02290000290
NOTICE OF CORRECTION
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE
On 7/16/2014, at 2:00 PM (recognized local time), AT THE TETON COUNTY COURTHOUSE FRONT STEPS, 150 COURTHOUSE WAY, DRIGGS, ID 83422, in the County of Teton, ELISA MAGNUSON, ESQ., a member of the State Bar of Idaho, of PITE DUNCAN, LLP, as trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Teton, State of Idaho, and described as follows, to wit:
On 7/16/2014, at 2:00 PM (recognized local time), AT THE TETON COUNTY COURTHOUSE FRONT STEPS, 150 COURTHOUSE WAY, DRIGGS, ID 83422, in the County of Teton, ELISA MAGNUSON, ESQ., a member of the State Bar of Idaho, of PITE DUNCAN, LLP, as trustee, will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of Teton, State of Idaho, and described as follows, to wit:
BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE NW1/4 OF SEC. 5, TWP. 6N., RGE. 45E., BOISE MERIDIAN, RUNNING THENCE NORTH 349 FEET; THENCE EAST 450 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 349 FEET; THENCE WEST 450 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. LESS AND EXCEPTING THEREFROM THE EXISTING STATE HIGHWAY RIGHT-OF-WAY ALONG THE WEST BOUNDARY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PROPERTY.
LOT 29 OF THE FINAL PLAT FOR: CREEKSIDE MEADOWS PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT PHASE IV, (RENDEZVOUS TOWNHOMES) TETON COUNTY, IDAHO, AS THE SAME APPEARS ON THE OFFICIAL PLAT THEREOF RECORDED FEBRUARY 10, 2005, AS INSTRUMENT NO. 166293 AND ADDENDUM 1 TO FINAL PLAT RECORDED MARCH 17, 2005 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 166922.
The Trustee has no knowledge of a more particular description of the above referenced real property, but for purposes of compliance with Idaho Code Section 60-113, the Trustee has been informed that the address of: 10537 NORTH HIGHWAY 32, TETONIA, IDAHO 83452 (FKA 1061 N HWY 32, TETONIA, IDAHO 83452), is commonly associated with said real property. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by KRISTY STULL, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY as Grantor, to FIRST AMERICAN TITLE as Trustee, for the benefit and security of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR CHOICE CAPITAL FUNDING INC., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS as Beneficiary, dated 5/26/2005, recorded 6/1/2005, as Instrument No. 168427, official records of Teton County, Idaho. Please note: The above named Grantors are named to comply with Idaho Code Section 45-1506(4)(a); no representation is made that they are, or are not, presently responsible for the obligation. The default for which this sale is to be made is the failure to make monthly payments when due from 3/1/2010 and all subsequent monthly payments thereafter, including installments of principal, interest, impounds, advances, plus any charges lawfully due under the note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust, Deed of Trust and as allowed under Idaho Law.
Notice is hereby given that Application for Transfer #79052 in the name of City of Driggs, PO Box 48, Driggs ID 83422, was advertised incorrectly on January 30 and February 6, 2014. The point of diversion was listed as NWSW Sec 23 T5N R45E and should have been the NESW Sec 23 T5N R45E. Any protest against the approval of this application must be filed with the Director, Dept of Water Resources, Eastern Region, 900 N Skyline Dr, Ste A Idaho Falls, ID 83402 together with a protest fee of $25.00 for each application on or before April 28, 2014. The protestant must also send a copy of the protest to the applicant. Published on April 10 and 17, 2014 Gary Spackman, Director LN54
The Trustee has no knowledge of a more particular description of the above referenced real property, but for purposes of compliance with Idaho Code Section 60-113, the Trustee has been informed that the address of: 766 EAGLES REST DR. , FKA 766 COTTONWOOD STREET, DRIGGS, IDAHO 83422, is commonly associated with said real property. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligation secured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by JAMIE FITZGERALD, A SINGLE MAN as Grantor, to FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY as Trustee, for the benefit and security of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR GMAC MORTGAGE CORPORATION ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS as Beneficiary, dated 1/4/2006, recorded 1/4/2006, as Instrument No. 173857, official records of Teton County, Idaho. Please note: The above named Grantors are named to comply with Idaho Code Section 45-1506(4)(a); no representation is made that they are, or are not, presently responsible for the obligation. The default for which this sale is to be made is the failure to make monthly payments when due from 5/1/2012 and all subsequent monthly payments thereafter, including installments of principal, interest, impounds, advances, plus any charges lawfully due under the note secured by the aforementioned Deed of Trust, Deed of Trust and as allowed under Idaho Law.
The sum owing on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust is $99,062.45, including interest, costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation thereunder or in this sale, and trustee's fees and/or reasonable attorney's fees as authorized in the Note, Deed of Trust or as allowed under Idaho Law. All delinquent amounts are now due, together with accruing late charges, interest, unpaid and accruing taxes, assessments, trustee's fees, attorney fees and any amounts advanced to protect the security associated with the Deed of Trust described herein as provided under the Note, Deed of Trust and as allowed under Idaho Law.
The sum owing on the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust is $169,961.34, including interest, costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation thereunder or in this sale, and trustee's fees and/or reasonable attorney's fees as authorized in the Note, Deed of Trust or as allowed under Idaho Law. All delinquent amounts are now due, together with accruing late charges, interest, unpaid and accruing taxes, assessments, trustee's fees, attorney fees and any amounts advanced to protect the security associated with the Deed of Trust described herein as provided under the Note, Deed of Trust and as allowed under Idaho Law.
ELISA MAGNUSON, ESQ., a member of the State Bar of Idaho, of PITE DUNCAN, LLP
ELISA MAGNUSON, ESQ., a member of the State Bar of Idaho, of PITE DUNCAN, LLP
DATED: 3/12/2014
DATED: 3/7/2014
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NOTICE TO CONTROL NOXIOUS WEEDS Idaho Statute | Title 22 | Agriculture and Horticulture Chapter 24 Noxious Weeds 22-2407. Landowner and Citizen Duties
(1) It shall be the duty and responsibility of all landowners to control noxious weeds on their land and property, in accordance with this chapter and with rules and regulations promulgated by the director.
(4) The landowner shall reimburse the county control authority for work done because of failure to comply with a five (5) day notice, as outlined in section 22-2405, Idaho Code.
(2) The cost of controlling noxious weeds shall be the obligation of the landowner.
(5) If an article is infested with noxious weeds, it shall not be moved from designated premises until it is treated in accordance with the applicable regulations, or in accordance with the written permission of a control authority. Idaho’s Designated Noxious Weeds (* common to Teton Valley)
(3) Noxious weed control must be for prevention, eradication or restoration. However, areas may be modified from the eradication requirement after the director has determined them to be unreasonable for short-term eradication and has designated the area as a special management zone.
Black Henbane * Bohemian Knotweed Brazilian Elodea Buffalobur Canada Thistle * Common Crupina Common Reed (Phragmites) Common/European Frogbit Curlyleaf Pondweed Dalmatian Toadflax * Diffuse Knapweed Dyer’s Woad Eurasian Watermilfoil Fanwort Feathered Mosquito Fern Field Bindweed *
Flowering Rush Giant Hogweed Giant Knotweed Giant Salvinia Hoary Alyssum * Houndstongue * Hydrilla Japanese Knotweed Johnsongrass Jointed Goatgrass Leafy Spurge * Matgrass Meadow Knapweed Mediterranean Sage Milium Musk Thistle *
Orange Hawkweed Oxeye Daisy * Parrotfeather Milfoil Perennial Pepperweed Perennial Sowthistle * Plumeless Thistle Poison Hemlock * Policeman’s Helmet Puncturevine Purple Loosestrife Rush Skeletonweed Russian Knapweed * Saltcedar Scotch Broom Scotch Thistle * Small Bugloss
Spotted Knapweed * Squarrose Knapweed Syrian Beancaper Tall Hawkweed Tansy Ragwort Variable-Leaf-Milfoil Vipers Bugloss Water Chestnut White Bryony Whitetop * Yellow Devil Hawkweed Yellow Flag Iris Yellow Floating Heart Yellow Hawkweed Yellow Starthistle Yellow Toadflax *
For information on plant identification or control methods please call the Teton County Extension office, 354-2961.