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Star Hometown Parade Grand Marshal Chad Brumpton July 4th is Independence Day and it’s only fitting that a service member is the Grand Marshal for the Hometown Parade. Chad Brumpton is a Star resident and it is an honor to have him leading the parade this year.

July 4th is Independence Day and Star resident Chad Brumpton will be leading the Hometown Celebration Parade this year. He is a Veteran that was injured in the line of duty during the Iraq war.

Chad was born and raised in California and his family moved to Idaho in 1992. He attended Boise State University before joining the United States Marine Corps in 1994. He served with the 1st Battalion, 5th Marines out of Camp Pendleton, California until 1998.

He returned home to Boise and joined the Marine Reserve Unit, Charlie Company 4th Tanks, and then deployed to Iraq in March 2005. Chad served with Alpha Company 1st Tanks in the Alanbar Province of Iraq, Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Hit (pronounced Heet).

May 8th, 2005, Mothers Day, was the first day of Operation Matador. His team was tasked with securing a bridge that crossed the Euphrates River.

After about five hours of watching the bridge and taking small arms fire, they were ordered to move out. “All of a sudden someone set off an IED (improvised explosive device),” says Chad. “It punched a hole through the tank, right under my left foot.”

The blast thrust Chad’s head up into the hatch,

Chad Brumpton of Star will be the 2014 Grand Marshal in the Star Hometown Parade.

knocking him unconscious. They told him later that it was equivalent to a 500 pound bomb.

Chad woke up two days later on a flight to Germany’s Landstuhl Regional Medical Center. Yes, Chad was alive. But his injuries were severe.

“Both my legs from the knee down were shat-

tered to little pieces. My left hand, thumb, and wrist were shredded up and broken. I received four compression fractures in my lower back.”

Over the next two years, Chad endured 19 surgeries. In January of 2008, he lost the battle to save his legs and became a bilateral, below the knee, amputee. Chad says his initial prosthetic legs made him four inches taller and he felt like he was walking on stilts -- but at least he was walking. “I won’t let anything hold me down, especially my disability.

After the explosion, doctors told me I’d never walk again, but on the day I was discharged from the hospital, I walked out. There was no way I was going to let anything stop me,” he said.

Three out of four of his crew, to include Chad, were severely injured. They were sent back to different hospitals in the US; all have recovered and doing well now.

“My wife and I moved to Star in 2006. We love and enjoy Star and look forward to watching this town grow and continue to bring wonderful recreation opportunities for families,” said Chad.

For more information on Chad’s story and other wounded Veteran’s, please visit the Wounded Warriors website at www.woundedwarriorsproject.org.

All Veterans are invited to participate in the Hometown Parade on July 4th. If you would like more information, call 890-9824. The parade begins at 10am and there are no entry fees to join in!

Here's a few highlights from this year's Eagle Rodeo Photos by Philip Janquart

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A rider holds on during the bronc riding event A member of the Eagle Rodeo royalty during the events grand entry

From left, Donnis Mager, Draven Santas and Victoria Taylor of Personal Ponies Ltd. Idaho pose with one of the ponies the organization places with families Junior cowboy Rozin Mason participated in the Mutton of children with disabilities, Busting competition free of charge

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Businesses are noted for membership in the Chamber of Commerce: Eagle (E) or Star (S). Eagle Chamber of Commerce 939-4222, Star Chamber of Commerce 908-5476 ANIMAL CARE COMMUNITY & BENEFIT EVENTS REAL ESTATE FOOD Kringle's Korner, (S), pg 6 Star Hometown Celebration, Insert Maggie Price, Century 21 Realty, pg 6 Olive and Vyne, pg 22 ARCHERY Eagle First Friday, (E), pg 13 The Smack Group Realty, Insert FRAMING Dead-On Archery, pg 11 Eagle Fun Days, (E), pg 5 SENIOR SERVICES Finer Frames, (E), pg 13 ARTS (THE) Eagle Saturday Market, (E), pg 13 Paramount Parks at Eagle, pg 12 Frame Works, (E), pg 10 Eagle Art Commission Star Quilt Show, pg 17 The Cottages, (E), pg 15 HEALTH CARE Sculpture Invitational, pg 13 DENTAL CARE VISION CARE St. Alphonsos Medical Group, pg 9 Fusions Glass Studio, pg 13 Star Dental, (S), pg 23, Insert Eagle Vision One, (E), pg 4 State of Mind Counseling and ATHLETIC SHOES DEPARTMENT STORE BUSINESS DIRECTORY, pg 19 Wellness Center, pg 12 On Your Marks, (E), pg. 7 Kings, Insert Ada Emissions HEALTH, WELLNESS, FITNESS AUTOMOTIVE CARE & TIRES DINING & ENTERTAINMENT Carew Property Management Keller Skin Care, (E), pg 16 Big O Tires, pg 8 El Mariachi Loco, pg 3 Handyman Can Silk Touch Medspa, (E), pg 20 BEAUTY & BARBER EDUCATION Hummingbird Lawn & Garden HOME IMPROVEMENT Opulence Salon & Spa, pg 17 Brain Balance Achievement Center, pg 2 Equipment Repair Avalanche Glass & Doors, pg 8 Todd Stewart, pg 21 Little Miracles Preschool, pg 19 Star Tires Budget Blinds, pg 11 BUILDING SUPPLIES Stepping Stones Children’s Center, pg 14 Tom Merkle Lawn Care CF Construction, pg 24 Evan’s Building Center/ FINANCIAL INSTITUTION LANDSCAPING, IRRIGATION ACE Hardware, (E), Insert Eagle Home Mortgage, pg 21 Eagle Landscape, pg 16 Idaho Independent Bank, (S), pg 10 Eagle Tree & Shrub, (E), pg 10

NEIGHBORS The Independent News • www.theindnews.com Fight Like a Champ Benefit Concert benefits local family

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September 2013, 12 year old Anthony Moretti was diagnosed with 2 germ cell tumors in his brain. Since then the cancer has spread to his spine and is becoming increasingly difficult for doctors to treat. In an effort to enable the Moretti family to spend as much time together as possible through this difficult time, a benefit concert is planned in Star at Blake Haven Park for July 19.

The title “Fight Like a Champ” is exactly what Anthony and his family are doing in the face of this adversity and welcome the Star and surrounding communities to join them in their battle to keep fighting. The proceeds from the concert will allow Anthony’s parents to spend more time at home with him and less time at their respective jobs.

Joining the concert are two local artists: Coba, a band fresh out of Fresco Arts Academy and winner of Boise’s Got Talent, and Mossi, a recent arrival to the Treasure Valley, song writer, and charater voice for the children’s show Yo Gaba Gaba.

Headlining the show is Kalai. Kalai is from

The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart. ~ Helen Keller

Salt Lake City, Ut, and has been featured as a musical guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live and Glen Beck TV. Additionally, he has toured with the Wailers and other bands.

Tickets are available at the local Costa Vida restaurants and are only $10 ea. or $40 for a family pass.

Bring your family and enjoy an evening of music in the park while benefitting a great cause and a local family. Check out https://www.facebook.com/AnthonyMorettiFund for more information on how you can help the Moretti family.

Coey Collard kicked cancer celebration party

By Mickie Park January 5th, 2011: a day Coey Collard and his family will remember for the rest of their lives.

It was still holiday break from school, and Christmas had come and gone. New Year’s came and went and Coey just wasn’t feeling well at all. He wasn’t playing with the new computer games he received from Santa, nor was he outside playing in the snow with his family and friends. So on January 5th Jenny Collard, Coey’s mom, took Coey into the emergency room to see what type of flu bug he might have. After the doctors returned with a large number of test results they were sad to say that Coey had T-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). Coey was

diagnosed that morning and his first chemo treatment was the same day.

Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia is a cancer that starts from white blood cells in the bone marrow, the soft inner part of the bones where new blood cells are made. Leukemia cells usually invade the blood fairly quickly.

The term acute means that the Leukemia can progress quickly and if not treated would probably be fatal within a few months.

With T-Cell ALL it is a 3 ½ year treatment plan in boys. He lost his hair twice, in early 2011 though many of his family and friends joined him and shaved their hair for support.

The next three years for Coey were a fight and struggle.

Nine months into therapy his body had undergone so much trauma that it could not fight off his own natural bacteria and fungus, which started shutting down his body. He went into full blown congestive heart failure.

He was in the hospital for 3 months in PICU, but in November his body started fighting back and he was released to go home for Thanksgiving. For the last 3 ½ years Coey went through 24 lumbar punctures, 3 bone marrow biopsies, countless MRI’s, Echo cardiograms, and a double Achilles surgery.

Today Coey and his family announced that Coey has kicked Cancer. They celebrated this blessing on June 8th at The Barn Community Center in Star. With a Pig Roast, a live concert by Great Bait, and a special video produced by Uncle Dub (JW Dinsmore), over 50 family members and friends celebrated with Coey as they enjoyed a day of commemorating Coey Collard’s life.

Circle of Friendship & Faith In 2011 shortly after Coey started losing his hair, family and friends all gathered together & in support for Coey they also shaved their heads.

Nothing better, Coey says, than a great day of football with friends and family.

A personalized quilt was made for Coey by family members and friends and was given to Coey during the Celebration party.

Coey wanted to give a special award on his celebration day to his Uncle Trevor.

Coey gave Trevor Robert Dinsmore a Certificate of Appreciation & Best Uncle ever award for being Coey's #1 Role Model on how to kick Cancer.

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Flags, baseball and fun at Cow Hollow Park

By Kyle Albert Respect for the flag and for the environment are part of what Scouting is about, and Scouts from Eagle’s Troop 77 practiced in both at an early June campout at Cow Hollow in Nyssa, Oregon.

During their three-day campout, Scouts from Troop 77 joined with local volunteers from the Cow Hollow Parks and Recreation Association Board to clean up debris at the park and its baseball diamond. The Scouts also enjoyed hiking in the area and a game of baseball at the park.

The Boy Scouts are one of the few organizations entrusted with the responsibility to retire US flags, and on this occasion 27 Scouts and nine adult leaders from Troop 77 joined with five local and visiting veterans to burn several worn flags which had flown over veterans’ graves at Owyhee Cemetery. The solemn ceremony included the pledge of allegiance, a bugled round of taps and an acapella rendition of “God Bless America.”

Upon retiring the colors at sunset, Scoutmaster Platts presented the Troop 77 flag which has traveled with the Troop for five years, to Cow Hollow Park. Local U.S. Navy veteran Louis Castro, a park volunteer, said “We receive their gift humbly and hope that they will return to see the flag flown over the park again soon!”

Troop 77 is a community Boy Scout Troop chartered by Eagle United Methodist Church.

The Troop welcomes all boys and parents interested in Scouting to attend meetings on Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. at the church.

Troop 77’s website is located at www.troop 77eagle.com, and features a calendar of upcoming events. If you have an idea for a community service project or need more information on joining Troop 77, please contact Scoutmaster Kevin Platts at 938 5152 or via email at troop077scout master@gmail.com

Scouts and leaders from Troop 77 joined with five local and visiting veterans to burn several worn flags which had flown over veterans’ graves at Owyhee Cemetery.

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First interstate speed-limit change in nearly two decades begins July 1 BOISE - Idaho drivers will see the first change to interstate speed limits in nearly two decades beginning July 1 with an increase on most rural stretches of interstate across Southern Idaho, the Idaho Transportation Department announced.

For the majority of interstates 15, 84, and 86, the speed limit will increase to 80 mph for vehicle traffic and 70 mph for trucks. The speed limit in the urban areas of the Treasure Valley, between Caldwell and east Boise, as well as through Pocatello and Idaho Falls, will remain at 65 mph.

State forces will work to implement the speed changes on all sections of interstate throughout the day July 1. Some areas of interstate could be delayed until July 2, depending on the pace of work or other impacts such as weather.

There are no changes to the 65-mph speed limit on Interstate 90 through northern Idaho at this time.

This is the first statewide increase to the interstate speed limit since an increase from 65 to 75 mph in 1996. The speed limit was raised from 55 mph to 65 mph in the 1980s.

The increased speed limit, approved by the Idaho Legislature during the 2014 session (S 1284), increases the maximum speed limits on interstate highways to 80 mph for vehicles and 70 mph for trucks as deemed appropriate

by ITD. The law was signed by Governor C.L.

“Butch” Otter on March 18 and becomes effective July 1. The 80-mph speed limit is authorized “if the department completes an engineering and traffic study on the interstate highway and concludes that the increase is in the public interest,” the law reads.

"The new speed limit is appropriate for safety and traffic flow," said ITD Chief Operations Officer Jim Carpenter. “Analysis of crash data, existing speed studies and the rural nature of these sections of highway all factored heavily in making these changes.”

ITD has been preparing for interstate speed-limit changes by completing the necessary speed studies, engineering reviews, and stockpiling supplies for the one-day change.

The revised speed limit law also allowed for speed-limit increases on state highways to 70 mph. Any increases on state highways will be completed at later dates as engineering studies can be completed.

Drivers are reminded that the speed limit does not take effect until the signs are posted on each section of roadway. The 75-mph speed limit signs remain enforceable until replaced. The 80-mph speed limit will be legally enforceable immediately upon posting.

Questions? Visit us online at itd.idaho.gov, follow ITD on Twitter (@IdahoITD) or Facebook and check travel conditions at 511.idaho.gov or dial 5-1-1. Please slow down in highway construction zones and pay attention. Safety for drivers and workers is our highest priority.

Children with Special Needs Rock Climbing event filling up McCall, Idaho – June 19, 2014 Spaces for Courageous Kids Climbing does not collect children with special needs who are intermonetary donations or charge for their activiested in learning how to rock climb are rapties, stressing that the events they are planidly filling up. Jeff Riechmann, of ning will be supported with in kind Courageous Kids Climbing announced today contributions of goods and services. “We’re that approximately two-thirds of the allotted not worried about money; we’re worried spaces for the first ever event have been reabout the kids having a good time!” served.

Parents of children who are interested in Children with learning disabilities are participating in this event should send an being invited to participate in the first event e-mail to JeffRiechmann@cs.com or visit in which they will learn how to climb a rock “Courageous Kids Climbing” on Facebook to wall. Urban Ascent in Boise, ID will be hostreserve a spot for their child. ing this event on Saturday, July 12, 2014 from Certified belayers are also needed to serve as 9:00 am until 11:00 am. There is no charge coaches for the children and can sign up at for the participating children. the above e-mail address or on the Facebook Courageous Kids Climbing is a group of page.

Idaho rock climbers that have a desire to Courageous Kids Climbing is a team of indishare their love of rock climbing with chilviduals based in Valley County, Idaho with The Independent News dren who have special needs.

At the present the goal of providing climbing opportunities time, events are being planned for indoors to children with special needs. The team of but will expand to the outdoors as support individuals and businesses was organized by for the program grows. Riechmann said that Jeff Riechmann in March of 2014.

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The Ospreys have landed!

Raptors return to Eagle to nest, mate

By Philip A. Janquart They’ve been soaring over Eagle since spring, busily gliding back and forth from the Boise River, retrieving material to build nests on top of power poles.

Eagle’s migratory guests are large raptors known, in some circles, as Seahawks.

Nope, not the reigning Super Bowl Champion Seattle Seahawks: although, if you ever wondered just what a Seahawk An Osprey Eagle scans the valley from its perch near looks like, drive south on LinState Street. der Road from Highway 44. Two of them occupy a large nest on An elementary school and a community a platform situated atop an Idaho Power Comcenter in Boise were also named in Nelson’s pany power pole located near Hatchery Road, honor. at Eagle Island State Park.

The Osprey In Idaho, the Seahawk is better known as Stuber said Ospreys are migratory and the Osprey Eagle (Pandion haliaetus), but is show up every spring. also known as the fish eagle, river hawk or “They are often observed building nests on fish hawk.

Ospreys constructed two other nests on the top of power poles or communications towers near roadways, especially if they are near southwest corner of Highway 44 and Old State Street, but the raptors disappeared when water because Ospreys eat fish exclusively, very nearly 100 percent,” he said. “They are heavy equipment was brought in to develop the property. Many other nests constructed by great fishers, grabbing fish out of the water in flight, much like bald eagles, sometimes even Ospreys are located up and down the river in diving completely underwater to make the Boise, Eagle and Star. catch. It’s really something pretty neat to see Several photos were recently sent to a if you ever get the chance.” biologist for positive identification.

Stuber said the Ospreys migrate from as “This is most definitely an Osprey, and the far away as Mexico and South America, and platform was most definitely constructed for live for about 15 to 20 years. this bird to nest on,” explained Matthew Stu“Many Ospreys have gotten quite used ber, a biologist for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife to nesting on man-made infrastructure and Service in Boise. “Probably what was happenoften very near human activity and developing was that Ospreys were discovered to be ment,” he noted, which explains nests in nesting on the top of the pole, right on top of the conductors (powerlines) … and the power Eagle that are close to roadways and even construction. An Osprey is even nesting at company wanted to reduce the risk of power the corner of Eagle and Chinden Road, outage and electrocution of the birds, so they according to Stuber. added this platform to encourage nesting up The Nesting Platforms and out of the way of the conductors.”

Natalie Turley, a wildlife biologist for Idaho It turns out that is exactly what happened, but it’s nothing new, according to Idaho Power Power, said the company is not obligated by law to construct nesting platforms on top of Communication Specialist Kevin Winslow power poles, but building them helps prevent who said the company has been working to power outages caused by the protected protect birds and their habitat for decades.

“We’ve been involved with avian and raptor species’ nesting habits.

‘We have been putting them (nesting platprotection since the 1970’s, and worked forms) up since about the 1980’s and build closely with the late Morley Nelson,” he said. new ones every year, as we have issues with “We take it very seriously. nests on top of poles,” she said. “I believe we Morley Nelson did put some new ones up in Eagle this year.

Nelson was a falconer and educator who The problem with Ospreys is that they are urged the Idaho Legislature in 1958 to pass messy nesters and have twine, ribbon and laws protecting Idaho’s raptors. He worked even barbed wire that can hang down and, with many electrical companies, including Idaho Power, to help prevent them from being even with the nesting platforms, which are raised above the poles, make contact with electrocuted by transmission equipment. He wires.” helped establish the Snake River Birds of Prey Turley said she is not sure how many National Conservation Area and was influenplatforms exist in the Treasure Valley, but tial in the establishment of the World Center that there are roughly 43 along the river for Birds of Prey, located south of Boise. between Barber Park, in southwest Boise, In 2009, under the Omnibus Public Lands and Eagle.

Management Act, the conservation area was She added that when Idaho Power learns renamed the Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of a nest, they cannot, by law, move it if of Prey National Conservation Area. The area consists of 485,000 acres and is home to about there are eggs or chicks present. Idaho Power, however, does have a permit to move an 800 pairs of hawks, owls, eagles and falcons “active” nest in an emergency. that come each spring to mate and raise “It’s an issue we are definitely trying to young, according to the Bureau of Land Manaddress because of the many raptors in our agement. service area,” Turley said. “We do a lot to retrofit priority areas.”

Turley added the nesting platforms cost in the neighborhood of $2,000 to construct and about two hours for a crew to assemble.

An Osprey nesting platform constructed

by Idaho Power Company. This particular nest is located on the southwest corner of Highway 44 and Old State Street, but was abandoned when heavy equipment rolled in to develop the property below.

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By Gretchen Anderson

~ Letter to the Editor ~ Eagle Roundabout To whom it may concern: Being a resident of Eagle for a number of years, I really never have been interested in the local politics. I am not a traffic engineer or interested in being political but I do believe ALL people who are interested in the roundabout project going forward must be sitting on their brains. If you look north of the stop light approximately 1000 feet there’s a stop light for a school crossing, should we tear the school down too eliminate the light? Heading south approximately 400 feet there’s a stop light for the mall area should the light be eliminated.

Still going south another approximately 300 ft. hwy. is the 44 stop light. Maybe there should be another roundabout HELLO LOL. The folks going either east or west trying to gain access to the roundabout will have difficulty trying to access because of the high volume going north or south. I have experienced this many times in similar situations. Should the yea’s take the time to look at the size it requires for it, as in Brandbury Sub, they might think twice Not looking at the devastating impact to the local business’s and the destruction to a part of Eagles uniqueness I firmly believe the congestion will be exacerbated and in a short period of time it would be torn out. Does the Ada County Hwy have so much money they can afford it and do they care? Thanks for reading.

George

I remember when I first heard, "Don’t step over dollars to pick up dimes." After a recent situation in our home, it appears maturity hasn't diverted me from becoming the human embodiment of that saying. For me, it can be a dangerous combination of thriftiness and the desire to take on tasks that are usually left up to a professional— that gets me into trouble. I just didn’t expect it to get my husband into trouble.

Our dryer gave out last month. I assessed the situation and from my on-line research, determined the heating element had gone south. I ordered one and waited for it to arrive. Meanwhile, the laundry piled up.

After a few days, we strung a line in the backyard to dry our clothes “the old fashioned way.” So, you can imagine my excitement when the new element finally arrived.

Mr. Man viewed a how-to video on replacing the element on You Tube. While I was running errands, he eagerly launched into the project. By the time I returned home, he had the element installed, the dryer put back together and his right hand was bandaged.

He had retracted his hand from a tight space in the dryer and a very sharp, metal edge took a healthy layer off the top of his right hand.

At my gentle urging, we got into the car and zipped over to St. Al’s E.R. in Eagle. It was a big night, with a two-hour wait. How many other people were fixing their own dryers?

After a couple hours, the E.R. doc stitched my husband’s hand and then cautioned him not to move it for five days – or else the stiches would come out and he’d be back where he started. Mr. Man isn’t idle and doesn’t hold still very long. So to drive home the point, the doctor put him in a wrist brace and a sling and told him to, “Stay like that for five days.”

Wow. Before we left, I had to sign the “aftercare” papers, settle our co-pay and open the door for my sweet husband. As we walked to the car, the realization of what just happened hit him. “I’m right-handed. How am I going to write? Drive? Wait, how am I going to … err, wipe?”

“I’ll sign your name, and I’ll taxi you around. But buddy, you’re on your own in that last department,” I responded.

He then tried to tell me how it was actually my duty because he was fixing the dryer for me and that I owed him that courtesy.

Keep talking…

I was impressed with Mr. Man. He followed the doctor’s orders and his hand is healing nicely. And, he became very adept at accomplishing tasks with his left hand.

In the end, (no pun intended), my DIY project ended up costing us $60 for the element, $100 for the co-pay and an additional $160 to the Sears repairman who ended up replacing a bad switch. It wasn’t the element after all.

Those dimes aren’t as shiny as they once were.

©July 2014 Gretchen Anderson.

Gretchen Anderson is an award winning writer and author of the book on the urban chicken movement.

“The Backyard Chicken Fight,” is currently available at Zamzows.

Contact Gretchen at thebycf@gmail.com.

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CITY OF EAGLE

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EAGLE LIBRARY July Events ~~~~~~~~~~~ ON-GOING PROGRAMS ~~~~~~~~~~~ Monday, July 7, 14, 21, 28 Baby Readers: 10:30 a.m. (ages birth – 18 months) Miss Suzanne presents stories, songs, and fingerplays for babies and their caregivers.

Monday, July 7, 14, 21, 28 Knee Deep in Legos: 4:00 p.m.

Weekly program for children ages 6 – 12 to use their creativity in building/designing with LEGOS. Monday, July 7, 14, 21 28 Teen Advisory Board (TAB): 11:30 a.m. (ages 14+) Enjoy socializing with your peers while helping your library in a variety of ways.

Tuesday, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Toddler Time: 10:30 a.m. (ages 18 months – 3 years) Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to join Miss Janice for stories, songs, and crafts.

SUMMER READING 2014 through July 31: “FIZZ, BOOM, READ!” (children) “SPARK A REACTION” (teens)

Wednesday, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Music & Movement: 10:30 a.m. (ages birth – 5 years) Early literacy skills are built through rhythm and motion in this interactive program for young children and their caregivers.

Wednesday, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Tales to Tails: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. (ages 5+) Practice your reading skills - read to a friendly, attentive dog! Sign up for a 15-minute session at the Children’s Reference Desk.

Thursday, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Preschool Story Time: 10:30 a.m. (ages 3 – 5 years) Join Miss Ruby Slippers for stories, songs, and surprises.

Friday, July 11, 18, 25 Ready, Set, School! 10:30 a.m. (ages 3 – 5 years) This program combines fun with school-readiness skills.

Friday, July 18 Knitting Club: 10:00 a.m. (adults) Share your passion for knitting, learn new techniques, and enjoy socializing while creating items to be donated to various charitable organizations.

~~~~~~~~~~~ SPECIAL PROGRAMS ~~~~~~~~~~~

Tuesday, July 1 Wild About Board Games! 2:00 p.m. (ages 6 – 12) Challenge your friends and family while having fun with the Library’s large collection of games.

Matinee Movie: 2:00 p.m. (ages 6 – 12) Enjoy free popcorn while watching classic family films.

Thursday, July 3: The Secret Garden Thursday, July 10: Charlotte’s Web Thursday, July 17: The Never Ending Story Thursday, July 24: Pollyanna Thursday, July 31: Pippi Longstocking Monday, July 7 Teen Matinee Movie Catching Fire 1:00 p.m. (middle/high school) Take it easy and escape from the heat. Here is a relaxing chance to watch one of 2013’s toprated movies and enjoy free popcorn and soda.

Tuesday, July 8 Totally Terrific Tie-Dye: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. (all ages) Bring your own cotton t-shirt or other item and let your inner Picasso loose. PLUS, experience a tasty summertime treat.

Wednesday, July 9 “The Science of Weather” with Scott Dorval: 2:00 p.m. (ages 6 – 12) Chief Meteorologist Scott Dorval will astound and delight you with amazing weather science, plus help you make your very own barometer!

The Underground Book Club: 4:00 p.m. (middle/high school) Bring in and share whatever you are currently reading!

Friday, July 11 Spoons Tournament: 1:00 p.m. (middle/high school) A timeless game with two elements: a basic deck of cards and spoons.

With a name like Spoons, it has to be good.

Enjoy ice cream “spoon” sundaes.

Monday, July 14 Henna Tattoos: 1:00 p.m. (middle/high school) Temporary body art that lasts 2 – 3 weeks. Here is the place to have a henna tattoo, a popsicle, and a smile!

Tuesday, July 15 Crafty Kids: 2:00 p.m. (ages 6 – 12) Sparkling sun catchers that will definitely catch your eye.

Tuesday, July 15 Author Visit: 7:00 p.m. (adults) Idaho native and best-selling author Novella Carpenter will discuss her books, including Farm City, about her adventures of being an inner-city farmer in Oakland, California. As part of the Library’s continued partnership with the Eagle Food Bank, audience members are encouraged to bring in a non-perishable item to help battle local hunger.

Wednesday, July 16 Treasure Valley Children’s Theater: 2:00 p.m. (ages 6 – 12) “It’s Electrifying,” a short play about Thomas Edison and electricity, will be cleverly and creatively presented, including some audience participation!

Wednesday, July 16 Writer’s Forum: 4:00 p.m. (middle/high school) Teens are invited to present their own and explore peers’ creative writing. A variety of snacks provided.

Wednesday, July 16 Pajama Story Time: 7:00 p.m. (ages 3 – 8) Come in your pj’s for stories, songs, a craft, and a bedtime snack. This month: SILLY STORIES! Monday, July 21 Friendly Feud: 1:00 p.m. (middle/high school) LET’S PLAY THE FEUD! Bring your own team or form one here. One hundred people were asked, “What is an awesome snack?” The top answer on the board was root beer floats.

Tuesday, July 22 Kids Can Cook: 2:00 p.m. (ages 6 – 12) Vegetables in disguise!

Tuesday, July 22 Planting Veggies for Fall: 6:30 p.m. (adults) Would you like to enjoy your backyard vegetable harvest after the first frost? July is the time to start cool season vegetables!

Sandy Turpen will explain which vegetables to plant and how to get the best results.

Wednesday, July 23 The Wonderful Water Cycle: 2:00 p.m. (ages 6 – 12) The Boise Watershed staff will present all kinds of fascinating facts about water, do a few cool demos, and even lead you in a game they call “The Incredible Journey.”

Wednesday, July 23 The Underground Book Club: 4:00 p.m. (middle/high school) Bring in and share whatever you are currently reading! A variety of snacks provided.

Friday, July 25 Cupcake Wars: 1:00 p.m. (middle/high school) 1,2,3,4; We declare a cupcake war! Use your decorating skills (or your lack of them) and battle to have your cupcake declared THE UGLIEST CUPCAKE IN EAGLE LIBRARY’S HISTORY!!

Saturday, July 26 American Red Cross Blood Drive: 10:00 a.m.

– 2:00 p.m. (ages 16+) We geek blood donors! Sign-up on the Red Cross Website. www.redcross.org Sponsored by the Eagle Public Library Teen Advisory Board.

Monday, July 28 Teen Matinee Movie: 1:00 p.m. (middle/high school) Come celebrate the official end of Summer Reading with the movie “Frozen” and “Let it Go” with ice cream treats.

Tuesday, July 29 Crafty Kids: 2:00 p.m. (ages 6 – 12) Sand Art! What designs will you make with some colored sand and an empty container?

Wednesday, July 30 Summerwind Skippers Jump Rope Team: 2:00 p.m. (ages 6 – 12) Come be amazed at the jump rope skills of this nationally-recognized group of kids. Then join in the fun and try your hand, er, feet at some jump rope tricks yourself!

Writer’s Forum: 4:00 p.m. (middle/high school) Teens are invited to present their own and explore peers’ creative writing. A variety of snacks provided.

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You will be entered to win two tickets to Roaring Springs Water Park.

The winner will be announced in the August issue.

City of Eagle Meetings Eagle City Hall

660 E. Civic Lane • 939-6813 www.cityofeagle.org

Eagle City Council Meetings 2nd and 4th Tuesday • 6:30 pm

Planning and Zoning

Commission Meeting 1st and 3rd Monday • 6:00 pm

Park and Pathways

Development Commission 3rd Tuesday • 6:30 pm

Eagle Arts Commission Meeting 1st Tuesday, 6:30 pm, Eagle City Hall

Eagle Sewer District Board Meeting 2nd Monday of the month • 6:00 pm District’s administration building 44 N. Palmetto Ave., Eagle, 939-0132

The Library will be closed Friday, July 4 for Independence Day.

Eagle Historic Preservation Commission Meeting

2nd Wednesday, 5:30-6:30 pm, Eagle Historical Museum (67 E. State St.)

Eagle Government Relations Committee Meeting 4th Wednesday, 9-10 am, Bank of the West 47 E. Riverside Drive, Eagle, ID Call Eagle Chamber 939-4222

Eagle Senior Center 312 E. State Street, 939-0475 Monday Exercise at 9:00 am Tuesday Lunch and Pinochle at 12:00 pm Wednesday Exercise at 9:00 am Thursday Lunch and Bingo at 12:00 pm Friday Exercise at 9:00 am

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EAGLE NEWS The Independent News • www.theindnews.com Roundabout discussed at Eagle City Council special meeting

By Philip A. Janquart The Eagle City Council held a special town hall meeting Tues., June 23. The meeting was held to give residents a chance to express to the Mayor and city council their views “openly and freely.”

One of the anticipated topics at the meeting involved the council’s vote to recommend the construction of a roundabout at Eagle Road and State Street. The subject has Opponents of the roundabout wore yellow shirts proven to be a hot-button issue at a past city council meeting. that has also led to an effort to recall city councilwoman Mary McFarland. Prior to the meeting, Eagle resident Jane Kramer, who is heading the recall effort, said she planned to speak about the roundabout and anticipated others would do the same.

Eagle Transportation Committee Chairman Jeff Laughlin told The Independent the committee has been “working in the best interest of the A roundabout, like this one in Middleton, is slated for construction at Eagle Road and State Street. residents of Eagle.”

Log on to www.theindnews.com to find out what happened at the meeting.

Eagle and Star Chambers of Commerce combine for June Luncheon Members of the Eagle and Star Chambers of Commerce gathered Tuesday, June 10 for a combined luncheon held at Eagle Hills Golf Course.

The day’s keynote speaker was BNI Executive Director Jeremy Miller, who spoke of the various networking challenges faced by business owners in today’s tech-savvy world, and how to effectively network using both time-honored traditions and available social networking strategies.

Photos by Philip Janquart The Eagle Chamber announced there will not be a luncheon in July or August.

To learn more about the Chambers of Commerce

Eagle Chamber of Commerce: www.eaglechamber.com.

Star’s Chamberof Commerce: www.staridahochamber.com.

Both chambers are highly active in the community and proactive in helping business members network and better achieve their goals.

Around Eagle . . . . . . . . . . . . By Mayor Jim Reynolds Undoubtedly, many of you who fly the American flag wonder what to do with them when they are old and no longer serviceable.

The correct answer is to burn them, but how do you go about that? This past June 14th, the Eagle Senior Center hosted the American Legion Post 127 in its first flag burning ceremony, complete with a bugler to render salute “to the colors.” We hope to make the ceremony an annual event. To help the effort and for your convenience, American Legion Post 37 has stationed old flag receptacles in front of the Eagle Museum and inside City Hall.

Speaking of seniors, it appears that the agency governing the provision of meals for seniors is undergoing some change. This service was previously provided by the Area Agency on Aging, an arm of the non-profit Idaho Council of Governments. However, that function will now be taken over by the Idaho Commission on Aging, a state agency.

According to Ms. Sam Haws, Administrator for ICOA, the Eagle Senior Center was the last of the Centers to be signed up under the new management. The Eagle Center served 5,007 meals to seniors in 2013 and another 4,951 were home-delivered.

The proposed roundabout at Eagle Road and Old State Street continues to be a topic of conversation. A relatively small group of citizens, convinced that they are wiser than the traffic engineers who plan such things, have mounted a campaign against the project.

They are distributing flyers with their version of the “facts.” The two principle objections seem to be bicycle safety at roundabouts and loss of some parking places at the Bodacious Pig. While negotiating a roundabout is certainly more challenging than riding down your neighborhood street, they are far safer than our signalized intersection. As to the parking, if the Eagle Urban Renewal Agency is successful in with plans, there will be ample parking when the roundabout is completed.

When will that be? Probably 4 to 5 years from now. And perhaps most importantly, according to the Ada County Highway District, there has only been one recorded fatality.

Since the snow fell on our breakfast a couple of years ago, Fun Days festivities have been moved more-or-less permanently into the month of July. You won’t want to miss this year’s events as they promise to be great.

The parade is a must for the kids, and the Eagle Fire Department’s “Nut Feed” is not to be missed by those with a discerning palate.

July will also mark the retirement of former mayor Nancy Merrill from her position as Director of Idaho Parks and Recreation Department. As a City Council member and Eagle Mayor, Nancy had a vision for Eagle and led our City during those tumultuous days of chaotic growth and change. It made Eagle the place in the Valley to live and raise a family. Thank you for your service to our City and our State.

You will be missed.

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THE ARTS

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The Eagle Arts Commission's mission is growing and celebrating the arts to strengthen community.

It was established to promote, educate and develop the arts for the citizens of the City of Eagle.

The Eagle Arts Commission is pleased to announce the July Artists of the Month at the Eagle City Hall Gallery and St. Luke's Eagle Gallery as well as a 'pop-up' gallery on Second Avenue. The Eagle City Hall and St. Luke's galleries are open to the public and may be viewed during regular business hours. The 'pop-up' gallery will be on Second Avenue from 5-8 p.m. on Friday, July 11th during Eagle Fun Days.

City Hall Art Gallery Gallery hours: 8am to 5pm

July Artist - Chris Turner

Those who won our independence believed liberty to be the secret of happiness and courage to be the secret of liberty. ~Louis D. Brandeis

A Native Idahoan who grew up in the countryside of the Treasure Valley knew how beautiful life could be. Born and raised in the Boise/Meridian area, Chris Turner is the youngest of four girls.

Her love for color and nature has become her passion. After raising her three girls, she decided to embark on her own journey by enrolling at Boise State University. She knew with her country girl background and creative talents, she had something to offer the world. Now with her Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts, with an emphasis in Art Metals, she has never been more committed to continuing her beautiful and unique creations.

“My work is primarily based on personalized memories and experiences as I walk through life’s journey. Influences of nature and world travels continue to have profound effects on my life. Knowledge gained from my individualized encounters can never be replaced.”

“This body of work holds many distinctive memories for me. From my father’s heritage on the farm in Pennsylvania, the majestic animals roaming the savannas of Africa, or the quiet, yet exquisite detail of nature, both in graphite and copper, intimacy with life is what makes us who we are.” Artist, Chris Turner.

ST LUKE’S GALLERY

7am to 6pm, Monday- Friday • Art exhibits are located on the second level

July Artist - Laci McCrea

We on this continent should never forget that men first crossed the Atlantic not to find soil for their ploughs but to secure liberty for their souls. ~ Robert J. McCracken

I am a contemporary artist specializing in figurative work focusing on the embodiment of emotion through the brilliant colors of oil paint. My signature squares and lines come from the graph technique I use to start drawing the painting before I apply the paint. I use pen for this drawing because it is more permanent. Rather than covering up my process, I leave the painting raw. With my paint I like to keep the focus on the subject and then break away with the design utilizing my base graph and exposed canvas to accentuate the subject’s emotion and personality in an interactively abstract manor.

Art has been my passion all along. I live, eat, breathe, and survive to create. My obsession: digging into one’s true self. Why do we try to hide our pain? Why do we pretend to be someone we are not? What is really going on inside our hearts? I crave to express the depths of humans through the curves of their skin, and the light in their eyes.

I feel that I have a unique approach of capturing a subject’s emotion in a way that allows my audience to see beyond the surface of the painting and into the individual’s soul. The hidden and buried emotions within are the ones I frequently seek to portray in raw and stunning ways, as they have enveloped large portions of my reality.

The way color changes between the contrast of light and shadow fascinates me, especially on skin. I use that contrast to express the happiness and the sorrow I have experienced myself and have seen in others. I sincerely want my audience to deeply feel those emotions, make their own connections, and use those connections to experience the beauty within the pain and tragedy of reality.

Pop-Up Gallery

Second Avenue from 5-8 p.m. on Friday, July 11th during Eagle Fun Days.

July Artist - Rob Reyff Born in Arizona in 1972 and raised abroad in Europe has blessed Rob Reyff with a wide variety of influences to sculpt his creative mind. His first art award was in high school in Aviano, Italy where he won1st place award for a sculpture called "Big Brother Tree". After high school he entered the military and excelled in fighter plane maintenance. Fine art was never far away with inspired pieces created and sold to family and friends. During this military tenure he embarked on a critical path to learning bodywork, automotive painting, airbrushing, and the subtle nuances of working with translucent paints and their effects.

After the military, Rob built a career in automotive painting which led to first place awards for his custom murals "Brandon Titus Memorial Ride" and a mind blowing "370Z." From there Rob experimented with the mixing of metals and painting on skulls, creating unique pieces of art and creating the foundation for his company; a studio called Boise Bone Daddy.

Rob’s talents cover a wide range of applications including automotive art, kitchen utensils, metal work, and animal skulls. He enjoys group exhibitions at various galleries and artistic locations.

The artist lives in Boise, Idaho with his wife and two children.

The Eagle Arts Commission comprised of volunteers, serves in an advisory capacity and is established to advise Eagle the City Council on ways in which city government might best serve the public with regard to matters involving the arts.

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The Summer Slide Summer Slide: As we dive into summer, most students will think they need to swap education for fun, filling their days with camp, swimming, play dates and vacation.

Unfortunately, when the new school year rolls around, a majority students have difficulty remembering most of what they learned the previous year and will struggle academically. It’s been found that without summer learning, students can lose 20-30 percent of their math, reading and language skills, a phenomenon commonly known as the “summer slide”. Imagine if an athlete stopped training for two to three months -- the brain is no different. For this reason, it’s crucial for children to stay on their toes this summer, which thankfully doesn’t have to mean studying textbooks and flashcards.

Source: Parents can easily disguise curriculum through fun learning activities.

To educate parents on interactive ways for kids to stay educated over the summer, Bob Rosedale, small business owner of Tutor Doctor Meridian & Boise, the local leading one-on-one “at home” tutoring franchises, explains the following brainstrengthening activities don’t feel like work: • Plant a Garden • Menu Planning • Build a Bird Feeder • Explore • Learn a new skill or activity Don’t let your child’s summer “slide” by.

There’s still plenty of time to engage them in meaningful, fun, learning experiences.

Rebuilding Generations Bridging Social Gap Restoration group’s ’71 Mustang on TV, in print

By Philip A. Janquart When Kevin Keep was just a kid, he used to sit on the fence at an airfield near his home.

One day a pilot asked if he wanted to go for a ride. With his father’s permission, he took to the skies and enjoyed every minute.

It was the beginning of a long-lasting friendship with the aging pilot, one that guides Kevin in his personal life to this day and served, in large part, as the inspiration for “Rebuilding Generations,” a classic car restoration club he started in Eagle about a year ago.

The idea is to give back the time and attention that was given to him as a youth.

“RG is a youth group ministry that is designed to bring the younger and older generations together with a common goal of finishing a project together,” he said. “Our hope is to help bridge the gap between the two generations and have them come to a new found respect for one another.”

The kids in the group range from 12 to 20-years-old and team up with men who are current and former industry professionals to restore classic cars.

The Mustang The group’s first project, a 1971 Mustang, landed them a brief spot on “Car Crazy Central,” during last October’s SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) show. The event is one of the largest annual shows held in Las Vegas. The car also appeared in Mustang Monthly.

Optima Battery Marketing Manager and Wisconsin resident Ryan Hoffins owns the car, which retained much of its original look and feel after the restoration, but was adorned with modifications that has improved its performance, handling and breaking.

Kevin has tapped into his vast list of contacts from his days as a marketing and advertising professional to get help putting the car together.

The 351 c.u. “stroker” motor was donated by former UFC Heavyweight Champion Josh Barnett and Will Baty at Centerforce Clutch. The stopping power comes from a six-piston Wilwood disc breaking system and the 18-inch mag-style wheels and tires were provided by Falken Tire Co. The deep blue paint was done

by Todd Burdette, who has painted 11 cars for the television show “Overhaulin,” and the interior was provided by TMI, with installation completed by RG. According to Kevin, Hoffins will keep the car for about a year, sell it and donate between 10 to 15 percent of the proceeds to RG, which, in turn, will be used to help fund future projects.

On tap next for the group is a 1971 Chevy Nova, followed by a 1972 Plymouth Duster.

Bridging the Gap RG has grown quickly over the last year, consisting of a mix of about 35 to 40 youths who are learning new skills and developing an appreciation for the older generation’s knowledge and experience. Meanwhile, the “older guys” are learning from the younger guys how they can use social media to promote their projects and keep in touch with family.

“We basically have a generation of kids who only know how to do this,” senior RG member Jerry DeVore said, pretending to thumb out a text message. “But we get them away from the cell phones and the video games for a while and teach them how to feel the body of the

The Mustang's 351 motor, built by the RG crew

car, to develop the touch and the feel for dents and other things, and how to repair it all. They are learning things they never knew they could do.”

RG member Landen Brown, 18, was home schooled and graduated at 16 before attending CWI where he got most of his college general studies completed. Now he is studying computer science at Boise State University. He said his time with RG has opened several doors that may not have otherwise been open to him.

“I never really worked on cars before, and wasn’t really interested in doing it, but after I got involved, building cars and bikes (motorcycles) is now kind of my life,” said Brown, who has been with the group since he was 16.

“Kevin got me a job at Big Twin Cycles and I’m really happy for that.”

He said he had never worked with “older guys” before, but was impressed with how much they know.

“It’s a fun experience,’ Brown said. “They had their own businesses and know a lot and it’s really cool to learn from them because they are patient and they are an endless base of knowledge.”

Fellow RG member and Eagle High School sophomore John Kalnas agreed.

“I came in with no prior knowledge, but I learned, for starters, the different tools, and then we learned how to tear down a car,

The Wilwood, six-calibur breaking system

Kevin Keep, far left, poses with the unfinished Mustang and part of his crew

how to do the electrical system, fix the dents and scratches, do the breaks and put the windshield in,” he explained. “I used to want to be a fireman, but now I’m looking at the engineering side of things.”

Kevin said the group continues to grow and that he is considering starting other faithbased groups in Idaho and beyond, using horses and even airplanes as the agent bonding the generations. He says he’s doing it because it’s needed and he wants to give back.

“That guy (the pilot) taught me how to fly a plane,” he said, fighting back the tears.

“I offered to pay him my allowance, whatever I had, but he just had me work in his hangar, cleaning up and doing other odd jobs. He didn’t have to, but he took the time with me and I’ll never forget him for that.”

For more information on Rebuilding Generations, log on to www.Rebuilding Generations.com, or call (888) 661-8333.

The finished 1971 Mustang was a hit at the 2013 SEMA show in Las Vegas in October

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BUSINESS The Independent News • www.theindnews.com Master Lee’s Tae Kwon Do opens new training facility

Payette River Flyer Review

By Tom Wick I recently had the opportunity to take the inaugural run of the Payette River Flyer, a combination of a train ride/rafting trip from Smith’s Ferry up to just south of Cabarton Road and then back down via the Payette River to Smith’s Ferry.

To help celebrate this maiden voyage I called a friend who I knew would be able to take a Friday off from work with only a day’s notice. I don’t think he really works, he just tells people he has a job because no matter the event, I can always call him the night before and he’s ready to go.

The best part of the Flyer train run is that the train track is set right on the Payette River.

If you’ve driven on the 55 to Cascade you know that right after Rainbow Bridge you lose sight of the river up to Carbarton Road. On the flyer you get to see this part of our majestic Idaho from the train. You also get to ride through the Pacific & Idaho Northern Railroad Tunnel which is the world’s shortest railroad tunnel.

Check out their website, www.payetteriver flyer.com for times and rates. They currently only run this route on Saturdays and Sundays with a maximum load of 120 guests, so book early. In addition to just scenic traveling and guided river raft tours, you can pay $20 for a selfie trip: you take the train ride up and they’ll load your raft or kayak for you.

Enjoy a ride on the Payette River Flyer from Smith's Ferry to Cascade and back on most Saturdays and Sundays.

So, if you’re in the mood for a train ride and a rafting trip, read on, the Payette River Flyer will be an awesome experience. Or, if you’re not in the mood to get wet, take the train trip round trip from Smith’s Ferry to Cascade and back. But wait, there’s more, if you’re already in Cascade for the weekend, you can take the train down to Smith’s Ferry and back. How awesome is that?

The train seats were oversized so it was like sitting in first class plus the staff treated you like you were first class. Lunch was a homemade sandwich with chips, cookies and a drink. Some adult beverages are also available. If you’re in a group of four there are grouped seats making it easier to visit. The train travels modestly at about 15 miles an hour so there’s plenty of time to walk through the train and take photos.

Paul Wissenbach prepares to make a quick run down the river. While the river was high and cold, wetsuits and protective gear kept rafters from fully feeling the effect of the spring runoff.

By Philip A. Janquart The Eagle Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for Master Lee’s Tae Kwon Do, located at 4552 N. Eagle Road, next to Albertson’s.

Chamber representatives and Master Lee students and staff were on hand for the event. Although the new location is technically located in Meridian, owner Seng Lee said he wanted Students and staff of Master Lee's the Eagle Chamber to be a part of the events Tae Kwon Do and the Eagle Chamber leading up to his June 21 grand opening. of Commerce celebrated the martial arts “Eagle has been a big part of our success,” school's grand opening with a Lee told the Chamber. ribbon cutting last month.

The 9,600-square-foot building was a labor “The land is not zoned commercial, but agriof love for Lee, who said he could have spent culture,” Lee explained. “It would have cost money on a new car or home, but was about $1 million, but since it is zoned agriculresolved to save money to buy the land and ture, I was able to buy it for $250,000.” custom design the building, which is now The total cost of the property and building home to 560 students, ranging in age from is $1.6 million.

4 to 73 years old.

Lee, who has 30 years experience in the martial arts, moved to Idaho after teaching Tae Kwon Do in Illinois. He spent the last five years in Eagle before moving to the new location on the corner of Eagle and McMillan Roads.

In 1998 he graduated with a B.A. in Tae Kwon Do & Physical Education from YONG IN University, a private university located in Samga-dong, Choin-gu, Yongin-shi, Kyonggi Seng Lee talks to the Eagle Chamber Province, Korea. of Commerce following To learn more about Master Lee’s Tae the ribbon cutting event.

Kwondo, log on to www.idahotaekwondo.com.

The large workout room at Master Lee's Tae Kwon Do.

Neurofeedback a Safe, Alternative Treatment for ADHD Here’s the good news: while medication provides temporary relief from the symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), when you use neurofeedback for ADHD, you get to the root of the problem by training the brain’s attention networks to function better. We know from many studies that the brain is capable of enormous change and reorganization through practice.

Neurofeedback provides extensive practice to strengthen attention networks so you can sustain attention, without medication. Neurofeedback for ADHD is a natural treatment without medication.

Medication is the most common form of ADHD treatment. It helps many people with ADHD or ADD, but often symptoms remain despite medication. Some people have lasting negative side effects. Some do not benefit at all. Even when medications help, they do not solve the core problem in ADHD – reduced activity in the brain’s attention networks. That is why people with attention deficit disorder may need to continue to take medications every day, probably for the rest of their lives. But the fact is, people do not continue medication long term. More than 75% of teens refuse to take their medication.

Sadly, adolescence is the time when they need help the most. During the teenage years academic demands increase, and risks from impulsivity grow dramatically. Impulsive aggression at recess is one thing: poor impulse control while driving or dating is a much more serious risk. Many choose neurofeedback for ADHD because it is natural, medication free treatment.

In fact, the FDA has directed manufacturers of ADHD medications to warn all patients taking these medicines of their potential cardiovascular and psychiatric risks. These drugs have been associated with sudden death in children with heart problems. They have also been associated with sudden death, stroke, and heart attack in adults with a history of heart disease. Stimulant drugs can worsen behavior and thought disturbance in patients with a pre-existing psychotic disorder. These drugs may also slightly increase the risk for: auditory hallucinations; paranoia; psychotic and manic behavior even in patients who do not have a history of psychiatric problems;

mixed or manic episodes in patients who have both ADHD and bipolar disorder; increased aggressive behavior or hostility; and cause slow growth and weight gain in children.

How neurofeedback works: During a neurofeedback session, EEG sensors are situated on the scalp. Specific brain wave activity is then detected, amplified, and recorded.

The information is instantaneously fed back to the therapist and client on a screen. The therapist informs the client what they are observing, and trains them on how to control the brain activity so that it reaches the desired range. For example, with the help of a video game program, the child learns to maintain low activity of the delta waves and an increase in beta waves, or the game will not continue to play. With this, the child exercises the brain and increases his focus and attention.

Here’s what some clients have to say after neurofeedback training: “Thank you Lynda for helping my son learn to focus and concentrate without medications.”

(Mother of son diagnosed with ADHD) “At first I was skeptical about neurofeedback, but after 10 sessions I feel like there is hope!”

(Adult male diagnosed with ADHD) “I’m off Adderall and sleeping medications after 15 sessions of neurofeedback, thanks Lynda!”

(18 year old college student) “It’s been 2 months since we started neurofeedback and my daughter just received her first A!” (12 year old female who previously struggled academically) Neurofeedback can also help with: • Sleep • Mood • Head and Body Pain • Focus • Fear • Stress • Behavior • Anger • "Busy Brain" • Meditation • Performance

Interested in trying neurofeedback?

Give Lynda a call! 208.939.3999 or email her at lsmith@stateofmindcounseling.com Lynda Smith is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor specializing in individual, couples, and family therapy. She is also trained in QEEG (Quantitative Electroencephalography) and Neurofeedback and Certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). visit www. stateofmindcounseling.com for more information on neurofeedback

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EAGLE FIRST FRIDAY

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

EAGLE’S NEXT FIRST FRIDAY is July 11 July’s Eagle First Friday is postponed to July 11th due to July 4th holiday Fusions Glass Studio

135 N 2nd St • 938-1055 Drop in at Fusions Glass Studio for tours, demos, and specials. Hot glass combing demo at 6pm, Hot glass cane and vitrigraph demo at 7pm. Take a tour, learn about our classes and view finished art glass by local artists. Our walk-in projects, regularly priced at $5 to $40 are 25% off during Eagle Fun Days.

Fri Jul 11th : 5-8 pm

The Gallery At Finer Frames

164 E State St, Ste B • 888-9898 Brenda Kaye, painter/muralist will be painting on location at Finer Frames. Besides being an accomplished oil painter she completed Eagle's two outdoor murals. Her works have vibrant color and life in them. Come meet the artist on Eagle First Friday or stop by during the month of July and see many of her beautiful works of art.

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Mark your calendar for this special event!

Friday July 11 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm OPENING NIGHT ART PARTY

Brenda Kaye

At FINER FRAMES, 164 E State St Suite B. Eagle

Brenda Kaye, painter/muralist will be painting on location at Finer Frames.

Besides being an accomplished oil painter she completed Eagle's two outdoor murals. Her works have vibrant color and life in them.

Come meet the artist on Friday or stop by in the month of July and see many of her beautiful works of art.

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By Jennifer Anderson Dad is getting forgetful and even lost walking to the mailbox; Mom is developing serious health issues and can no longer monitor Dad as close as needed. Dad fluctuates between being confused and volatile, and Mom can barely make the two of them a meal. When they purchased their house only a few years before, Dad was still mentally fit and taking care of Mom. Now, in just a very short time, things have changed and plans must be made.

It is a difficult choice for individuals to have to make, and sometimes even harder when the choice has to be made for them.

It’s not an easy conversation to have, whether it’s a conversation you are having with yourself and your spouse, or a conversation your children are having with you. The feelings of loss of independence are acute and the worry that you will be written off and forgotten and that your quality of life will significantly decrease, make the decision more stressful.

It doesn’t have to be that way.

While the conversation is never easy, choosing the right care facility can make all the difference. More and more assisted living homes are being built throughout the valley.

How do you choose the right facility to make the transition as least traumatic as possible?

Jolynn Hunt from The Cottages suggests that the biggest things to look for when choosing a facility are safety, care, compassion, and the way it feels when you first walk in the door. You want to feel a family, home-like feel.

The Cottages motto is, “We Treat People Right,” and it shows in their level of care.

Wilma, a resident of The Cottages, says, “The staff is so caring and makes each of us feel so special. When time tells us we can no longer live alone, The Cottages is the place to be."

“We have a small home-like feel, with big facility amenities. We pride ourselves on our smaller home-like communities which can accommodate sixteen residents per home.

This allows our caregivers to develop a close relationship with each individual resident,” writes Jolynn in an email to The Independent News.

Because of the small ratio of care giver to resident and the close relationships that are made throughout each home, activities are often tailored to meet each resident and home’s needs. While some activities are set, each home has a robust and unique set of activities based on physical capabilities, interest, and desire of its residents. Some activities have involved bowling, touring the ice sculptures in McCall during the Winter Festival, and attending local events throughout the city.

Additionally, each location has a Quality of Life Coordinator, who is directed by the corporate Quality of Life Director, April Floyd.

The “Never Too Old to Dream” program helps fulfill residents’ wishes and there have been some amazing experiences which have positively impacted residents.

While residents feel like family and are given the highest level of care and consideration, the nuts and bolt of The Cottages are their Assisted Living, Memory Care, Adult Day Care, and Respite facilities.

With locations in Boise, Meridian, Middleton, Nampa, Payette, Weiser, Mountain Home, and McCall, and planned expansions in to Sun Valley, Mountain Home, and Middleton, The Cottages plan to meet the needs of an ever growing aging population.

Apartments within The Cottages are most often private, but the opportunity for shared rooms is available as well. Memory Care facilities with specially trained personnel are

Residents of The Cottages always have something to look forward to whether it's field trips, tea parties, golf, or games at home.

The Cottages currently have eight locations. Call 208-475-1805 to check availability.

located next to several of the assisted living homes to accommodate those who struggle with dementia or Alzheimer’s.

Though caregivers are interviewed for specific skill sets, they are hired based on their ability to relate well with the elderly, and their level of care and compassion.

Extensive training is done in house to make sure care is consistent and exemplary throughout the organization.

The Cottages, opened in Emmett in 2001, are family owned and operated. Garold and Mark Maxfield, father and son, had prior experience in the industry and recognized that there was an unmet demand and need for Assisted Living. Incorporating their ideals and philosophies, they designed and built The Cottages with the resident’s level of comfort in mind.

Eva, resident of The Cottages, says, "I love it at The Cottages of Boise. I wouldn't want to be anywhere else; this is my home."

If you are wondering if The Cottages are for you, see their ad on page 15, or call 208-475-1805. Leaving your home doesn’t mean you won’t find it again, check out the friendly atmosphere of The Cottages.

Rooms at The Cottages can be private suites or shared rooms depending on availability and choice.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit brings slow smoked barbecue to Eagle (Eagle, ID) Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Eagle opened on Thursday, May 15 at 11:00 a.m. and continued with a three-day grand opening celebration. The first 50 dine-in customers received a gift card for up to $50 to the barbecue pit.

During the on-going grand opening, radio station WOW 104.3 was onsite Friday from 11:00 a.m.to 1:00 p.m. and the Eagle location served $2 pulled pork barbecue sandwiches.

Also, one lucky winner was chosen for a $500 gift card and three winners received free barbecue for an entire year. Saturday, the new Dickey’s Barbecue Pit offered all day merchandise giveaways.

“Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is family friendly and we offer a great selection of slow smoke meats and sides,” said franchise owner Lance Hale. “Kids eat free every Sunday and we also have free ice cream every day.”

Partners Lance Hale and Dr. Wade Harris met while working in the medical field.

Dickey's BBQ in Eagle is open daily from Hale and Harris plan to open more loca11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. tions and are centering their development plans in Treasure Valley. By 2016 they plan Becky Carlson to have six locations open. won a gift Dickey’s Barbecue in Eagle is located at certificate during 12 North Fisher Park Way and the store one of their prize phone number is 208-938-6615. drawing during the Open House event.

The Eagle Chamber of Commerce welcomed Dickey's to Eagle with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony kicking off their Open House event on May 29.

The staff at Dickey's is ready for your lunch or dinner needs, but also have a full catering menu for large or small events.

About Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants Dickey’s Barbecue was founded by Travis Dickey with the goal of authentic slow smoked barbecue. More than 72 years later, the Dallas-based family-run barbecue franchise still offers a quality selection of signature meats, home style sides, tangy barbecue sauce and free kids meals every Sunday. All meats are slow smoked onsite in each restaurant. The fast-casual family-friendly concept has expanded to over 400 locations in 40 states and holds the title of the world’s largest barbecue franchise. This year Technomic named Dickey’s “Fastest-growing restaurant in the country” and they were also named “Best Franchise Deal” by QSR Magazine. For more information, visit Dickey’s or for barbecue franchise opportunities call (866) 340-6188.

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The Senior Corner

Meet Jack and Jayne Gardner

By Jennifer Anderson excited to move back to a small town. Jayne The story of Jack and Jayne Gardner begins comments, “It’s interesting for as long as we 43 years ago during their last class of grad lived there (Florida), even though we had our school. Jack knew the professor and the profriends, places we liked to eat, and family; fessor wanted to ask out Jayne’s friend and when we moved out here I did not once regret asked Jack if he would ask Jayne out. What the decision. The people out here are just so started out as a nice.” date for coffee is Jack adds, “The still going strong neat thing about after all these that is you see it years. every day. It’s not Jayne says, “It like you move in, was love at first everyone welcomes sight. We just you and then you stared at each don’t see anyone other all night.” again. You go anyThe couple met where, we could go in May, 1971, was to a Home Depot to engaged by July, get plants and we and married in could meet someJayne and Jack Gardner say they have never October. Both are one and they would regretted their decision to move to Star. surprised looking act like your best They love the town and the people. back how little refriend even though sistance they got from either of their parents you’ve never met them before. It’s rare to to the quick engagement, but feel like things find an area like that. It’s rare to find people were meant to be. that take the time. In general, it’s not typical Both Jack and Jayne received their degrees for people to take the time to get involved in in Elementary Education and began teaching other people’s lives.“ right after grad school. During that time the Jack and Jayne like to be involved. Jayne is couple helped Jack’s parents move to the the volunteer coordinator for Star Outreach West Palm Beach area, an area that at time Food Bank, volunteers with the Friends of the (late ‘60’s, early 70’s) was still developing and Star Library, and actively participates in many boasted a lot of families and retirees. Jack city events. Jack works with the Shriners travand Jayne decided to make a change. eling circus, volunteers his time as a “walkDuring his time teaching, Jack had the opon” coach for the Eagle High School Jazz band, portunity to be mentored by a gentleman that and plays his trumpet for local events. Both was at the end of his teaching career. After support and help each other in their charitaseveral long talks and some soul searching, ble endeavors and enjoy the work.

Jack decided to not only change physical locaWhen they first moved to Star, one of the tions, but to also make a career change. things they did was attend the Star Chamber The couple picked up their lives and moved of Commerce’s First Fridays. It was a great to the south Florida area near West Palm way to meet people and get involved.

Beach and created a life for themselves.

Besides his charitable work, Jack also enjoys Jack, through his sister, got an interview playing in several area bands. He’s played the with a company that made and sold awnings trumpet since he was 15, and it was one stipand was offered the job, and Jayne began ulation he put on Jayne the very first day they teaching at an early childcare facility. met. Jayne relates, “He says, ‘my music is For 30+ years the couple worked, played, very important to me,’ I said OK.” Jayne can’t had a son, lived, and watched their city grow. say how many times she’s stood next to the Jayne says, “The population of the county we band stand on New Year’s Eve waiting for Jack lived in is the same as the population of the to finish up and kiss her. whole state of Idaho.” The couple again The couple also loves to travel and has seen began to consider changing their lifestyle. many corners of Idaho that even natives Over the years, Jack began taking fly fishing haven’t ferreted out. One of their favorite day trips to the Northwest. Several of the men he trips (especially during inversion) is to drive fished with lived in the Star area and he to Idaho City, explore the town, and have began to fall in love with the area. lunch at Trudy’s. They also really love to just A few years ago, Jayne began joining him on stop and enjoy different towns and not feel his trips and got to know some of the wives like they have to rush from one destination to and also loved the area. Both were ready to another. get back to their small town roots and leave Maybe that’s what has kept them together the big, congested city behind. They started for so long, the willingness to take time for making a plan. each other. Jack’s parents have set a good exIn 2005, the couple bought a home in Star ample for longevity in marriage; the couple with the intent to move to Star within five (in their nineties) has been married for 70 years. True to their plan, they moved in 2010, years. Jack says one of the secrets is to trust with no regrets. in each other and be completely faithful, “We “We’d come out every summer and each value our love for each other. It’s also imporyear it would be harder and harder to go back. tant to be friends.”

It was a good indication we were making the Jack leaves some parting advice that has right decision,” says Jayne. served him well over the years, “We’ve never Jack grew up in a small farming community been afraid to take chances. We haven’t been in western New Jersey and Jayne in a small afraid to make a change.” community in Pennsylvania. They were both

The Wassmuth Center for Human Rights to erect Legacy Garden for Boise resident and Holocaust Survivor, Rose Beal.

When Adolf Hitler rose to power in Nazi Germany, Rose Beal and her family spent three years trying to escape the country. In 1939, the family finally arrived in New York.

Ninety-two year old Rose Beal has been sharing her story of survival in Idaho classrooms and communities recounting the horror that so many endured. It is a story that both informs and inspires. In the process Rose has become a beacon of hope for all survivors. It is only fitting that Idaho recognize her with a tribute to her character.

The recently renamed, Wassmuth Center for Human Rights (home of the Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial) will be holding their 11th annual Change the World Celebration, tomorrow evening. The goal this year is to raise $75,000 to erect the permanent legacy garden that will challenge visitors to

remember the past- and live one of Rose's favorite quotes in the Memorial, " Make injustice visible." (Mahatma Gandhi) The garden will include a perimeter planting of the Anne Frank rose, an audio box with four tracks narrated by Rose Beal, kiosk signage with the "Rose Beal Story", dedicated bench and pavers, iron fencing , architectural portals to frame the Anne Frank chestnut sapling, and ground plantings to mirror the Amsterdam garden in which Anne's chestnut tree once stood.

For those who are not able to attend, but would like to contribute to the effort, donations may be made to the Rose Beal Legacy Garden by contacting the Center for Human Rights at 777 S. 8th Street, Boise, Idaho 83702 or online at http://www.razoo.com/story/Ihrec

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Star Parks & Rec

For the second year in a row, Star Parks and Rec hosted a local bike rodeo. YMCA volunteers came to explain the rules of the road to young children and teens who will be using Star's roads throughout the summer to bike to the river, their friends houses, the Merc, and other activities.

Thanks YMCA and many volunteers!!

Star Library’s El Dia de Los Libros (Dia)

By Mickie Park Keeping kids active and productive The Star Library hosted its through the summer is what Star Parks and Rec is all about. first ever “Dia” event. El Here's just another picture Dia de los Libros (Children’s from the sports scramble.

Day/Book Day), known simply as “Dia,” is a celebration of Photos by Kim Ingraham children, families, and reading occuring yearly in April. Dia Check out what’s emphasizes the importance been happening of literacy for children of all through Star Parks and Rec at linguistic and cultural backh!p://staridaho.org/parks/ac"vi"es.php grounds.

For upcoming Star Parks and Rec The common goals of the events, please see page 18 Dia programs are to connect children to the world of learning through books, stories and libraries. It’s an opportuA special performance at the Star Library included nity to recognize and respect the Hispanic Folkloric Dancers of Idaho. culture, heritage and language as powerful tools for strengthening families and communities.

During the Dia event at the Star Library they had several special performances including a local Nampa Mariachi Band, Tleyotltzin; and a beautiful team of local dancers, Hispanic Folkloric Dancers of Idaho. Also during the day there was book reading, crafts, ethnic food donated by El Mariachi Loco and free books were given to children.

The event was a great success and a Free books were handed out special thank you to all the librarians and to all the children during Dia, volunteers who made it possible. For a special thank you to our volunteers more information on the summer activities Debbie Howard and at the Star Library please feel free to call The Star Lions Group volunteered during the first Mary Godfrey.

286-9755 or visit their website at ever Dia at the Star Library serving ethnic food www.adalib.org/star. donated from El Mariachi Loco in Star.

Bikes and helmets were checked for safety issues and fixed where possible.

The children also had the opportunity to ride a bike course and work on their handling skills.

Seventy-five children signed up for the sports scramble debut this summer.

Meeting twice a week, the group is introduced to skills and drills of different sports such as basketball, volleyball, flag football and baseball to name a few.

Seventeen kids performed in Aladdin after quickly learning their lines. Sarah Dawson of Star directed the young cast.

The mariachi band from Nampa, Tleyotltzin, was the opening performance at El Dia de Los Libros (Dia) at the Star Public Library.

BUSINESS Turn your next meal into a conversation

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Olive and Vyne offers new flavors for food

By Philip A. Janquart Most people wouldn’t think balsamic vinegar would go well with ice cream, but most people haven’t tried Bittersweet Chocolate with Orange balsamic vinegar on a scoop of Cold Stone Creamery vanilla. The two don’t seem a likely pair on the surface, but they work surprisingly well together.

Nearly 100 guests were given the opportunity to try it for themselves at the Olive and Vyne ribbon cutting ceremony last month.

The event was held to celebrate one of Eagle’s newest businesses and the opening of the Treasure Valley’s first olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting room, where guests sampled a variety of pairings served with food combinations that created some lively conversation.

“The ice cream was a big hit,” said Olive and Vyne co-owner Hope Manna. “People were coming back for seconds and thirds, and mostly you just heard, ‘Wow!’” Olive and Vyne, located at 600 S. Rivershore Lane, otherwise known as the North Channel Center, is a unique tasting room.

Guests are encouraged to experiment with 26 varieties of premium extra virgin olive oils, infused olive oils and balsamic vinegars.

“The idea behind it is simple,” Manna explained. “It is the ability to taste and experiment in the store in a relaxed setting. It’s a place where people can come to find something new. ‘Pairing’ is when you pair balsamic vinegar with an olive oil to get a new and interesting taste combination.”

The combinations of vinegar and oils are used for cooking - or barbecuing - everything from steak and chicken to seafood and vegetables. Other enticing items found at the ribbon cutting included Bordeaux Cherry balsamic on pulled pork, provided by the Porterhouse, cupcakes made with California Mission extra virgin olive oil and Raspberry balsamic, complements of Lilly Jane’s Cupcakes, and strawberries drizzled with black currant balsamic vinegar.

The idea seems to be catching on, with similar tasting rooms opening across the nation. Manna and co-owner Kellie Allred concede some people can be a bit skeptical at first, but come to embrace the new tastes

The Eagle Chamber of Commerce helped Olive and Vyne celebrate its opening at the North Channel Center in May. Pictured, third from left, is Eagle Mayor Jim Reynolds, Hope Manna and Kelly Allred (with scissors).

quickly after sampling them, and learning first-hand that olive oil and balsamic vinegar isn’t just for salads.

Allred likes to think of Olive and Vyne products as a “healthy indulgence.”

“The balsamic vinegar is bursting with flavor and one-fifth the calories of a mayonnaise based dressing,” she said.

“Extra Virgin Olive Oil is a great butter substitute - not that I don’t like butter, but a lot of people can’t have butter for health reasons. Extra virgin olive oil is healthy, flavorful and it’s cholesterol free.”

Manna and Allred say they took great care in finding the right oil and vinegar distribution partner, one that is certified by the International Olive Oil Council.

“It’s really important to bring premium products to the market” Manna said.

“People in Idaho have great palates and many know exactly what they want and are looking for specific things.”

That’s why the two women also utilized three separate focus groups to dial in the types of oils and vinegars they chose to carry.

Their stock, they say, will vary a bit from season to season.

The store itself is adorned with stainless steel European tanks called ‘Fusti’s’ that preserve the olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and bottles for purchase line the shelves underneath. Fusions Glass Studio in Eagle custom made glass dipping bowls that sit beneath the tanks’ spouts.

“Local synergy is important to us” Manna said.

Olive and Vyne also carries gourmet stuffed olives, merchandise and gift baskets.

Manna and Allred encourage people to come in and experience the new tastes and even offer recipes and guidance on which oils and vinegars are best with specific foods.

“We worked very hard to keep our prices reasonable so people can come in, experiment and walk out with a nice package,” Manna added. “Olive and Vyne has a beautiful European feel and it’s affordable, so you get the best of both worlds: you get to taste, you get to experiment and it’s in a beautiful location, so don’t be afraid to walk in.”

The shop is open Tuesday thru Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday/Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For more information, log on to www.oliveandvyne.com, follow them on facebook.com/oliveandvyne or call 939-6775.

Pictured are stainless steel European tanks called 'Fusti's,' that preserve the olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

Those who sleep under a quilt, sleep under a blanket of love. ~ anonymous

Color, design, craftsmanship: don’t miss the 5th annual Star Quilt Show

By Betty Smith The Fifth Annual Star Quilt Show kicks off Friday July 18th and runs through Saturday July 19, 2014 at North Star Charter School.

Last year there were 100+ quilts on display.

The show features vintage, traditional and contemporary quilts with some offered for sale. Vendors representing the quilting industry will be on hand again this year as well as raffle baskets and a beautiful raffle quilt.

The raffle quilt was made this year by featured quilter Ruth Mickelson. Ruth is from Eagle and will

be available both days of our show. Drawing for the raffle quilt will be held Saturday at 5 p.m.

The show is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. For the first time this year we are offering two classes: Spirals 101 presented by the Boise Basin Quilters' Guild, taught by Connie Emmen and Finish Right (Borders & Bindings) taught by Norma Devous (our featured

quilter last year.) Please register online for classes at www.starquiltshow.com.

Last year the Star Quilt Show donated to the Friends of the Star Library and to North Star Charter School for band instruments. This year they are considering requests from several local groups but the donations are contingent on the amount raised. Annually the organization donates approximately 1-2 thousand dollars to local organizations.

If you have quilts to enter into the show go to our web site ( www.starquiltshow.com) and complete an application form or contact Judy Tomkinson at 286-7595 or Betty Smith 949-9135.

We must have all entries by July 12, 2014.

Featured Quilter Ruth Mickelson of Eagle.

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Summer Lunch Program:

in the library parking lot. Lunch will be every Tuesday until beginning of August.

Lunch is free but donations are welcome.

Star Outreach Neighbors Helping Neighbors Star Outreach- Neighbors Helping Neighbors is a Public Charity under Internal Revenue section 501 (c) (3)

www.staroutreachonline.com

The Independent News • www.theindnews.com 1 Acre Community Garden

Through September benefitting Star Outreach, free summer lunch program, and families and/or individuals willing to help.

Please contact us if you would like to be involved.

Star Outreach is always in need of staple items including: peanut butter, spaghetti sauce, canned fruits and vegetables, canned soups, and chili.

Thanks for your continuing support.

Thank you again for your support. If you need assistance or know someone who does we are open every Thursday 3-5, the third Thursday 3-7 or call 208-779-0046.

STAR LIBRARY - July Events

Fizz, Boom, Read! It’s time for summer reading - Runs through August 9 Kids, teens, and adults can earn prizes by reading! Kids and teens will receive Stampede rodeo tickets, Boise Hawks tickets, toys, food coupons, a free book and more for everyone who completes the program!! Get your family reading!

Mondays: 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28 Preschool Play and Learn Story Time (ages 3–5) at 10:30 a.m.

Kindle Art (teens) from 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.

A time to ignite your creativity, share, and socialize.

Tuesdays: 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29 Star Quilters Meet at the library on alternate Tuesdays of each month, from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Open to anyone interested – 7/1, 7/15, 7/29 Special Summer Programs on Tuesdays at 2:00 p.m. for kids of ALL AGES: 7/1: Making and using PVC Pipe Bows 7/8: Magic Show – with the amazing Jason Byers 7/15 : Reptile Adventures – come learn about snakes, lizards and other reptiles up close and personal.

7/22: Star Lab brought to you by the Whittenberger Planetarium. Climb inside and learn about the night sky constellations and hear stories.

7/29: Rockets and Things That Go – make your own stomp rockets, whirligigs and more.

Wednesdays: 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30 Star Knitters Each Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Open to anyone interested.

Mad Scientist Club (grades 1- 6) 2:00 p.m.

Join wacky Dr. Ha-Ha as she leads the kids through experiments and activities!

7/2: It glows!

7/9: Fascinating Fire 7/16: CSI Star – crime solving techniques 7/23: Kitchen Science 7/30: Tesselation

Thursdays: 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31 Babies and Music (ages 0-3) 10:30 a.m. – stories, songs, puppet fun with Miss Jana.

Thursday Teen Time (12+) at 4:00 p.m.: 7/3: Video and Board gaming 7/10: Teen Make-It: splatter art 7/17: Pizza ‘n Books: you bring a book you’ve read, we provide the pizza 7/24: Musical Chairs of Doom with door prizes 7/31: Henna Tattoos (parent permission slips required) Every Child Ready to READ! 7/17, 7/24, 7/31 – from 6:30 -7:15 p.m. A 3-part parent and child (ages 0-6) workshop designed to acquaint parents with practical tips and activities to do with their children in preparation for reading. Pre-registration is required at the library. Free to every family who participates: 6 picture books, a book bag, magnetic alphabet letters, a writing kit and more!

Drawings for special prizes.

Fridays: 7/11, 7/18, 7/25 Maker Time (grades 2-7) at 2:00 p.m.: Create solar cookers in July!

Saturdays: 7/26 7/26 – All About Antiques (adults) 11:00 a.m. Gwen Colberg from Colberg’s Antiques in Star will help us learn how to spot antiques, do a chair caning demonstration and more. Robin Hayes will share her profitable Antiques Roadshow story!

“Beyond the Book” discussion (adults) on hiatus in July *Preschools and daycares are welcome to call the library to schedule a story time visit!

Just call 286-9755.

Check out Star’s Hometown Celebration on July 4th!

The Star Branch Library will be closed on Friday, July 4th for Independence Day. For more information on any of these programs, please call the Star Branch Library at 286-9755 or www.adalib.org. Sign up for our weekly newsletter, too!

Star Senior Center 102 S. Main Street, 286-7943

Center's Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.

Are you a senior or know a senior in Star - Please Join us this month and meet old and new friends

Regular Weekly Activities: • Dominoes and pool before lunch each Wednesday and Friday.

• Bingo after lunch each Wednesday and Friday.

• Pinochle each Friday at 7 p.m.

• Books, books on tape, VCR movies, and cassette tapes are available in the office.

• Bus is available for pick up if you need a ride to the Senior Center (286-7943).

• Lunch and bus rides are on a donation basis.

July Activities: July 2: Goldmine Newsletter arrives July 4: Star Senior Center is CLOSED July 4: Star Celebration Days – Pie judging contest at 3:30 and auction at 5 p.m. – bring two pies to Hunter Creek Park (one for contest and one for auction) between 3 and 3:15 p.m. Call Norma at 322-4357 if any questions. If you would like to help in any way call Norma.

July 7: Walmart Shopping - Contact Bethe @ 869-6288 July 9: Board Meeting July 15: Appointment Day/$12 haircuts, bank, and doctor appointments Between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. - Contact Bethe @ 869-6288 July 17: Outing to Cracker Barrel (turkey dinner@$5.99) - Contact Bethe at 869-6288 July 21: Birthday Recognition July 25: Root Beer Floats between 11 a.m. and noon - free July 25: Music by Chuck Aney – 11 a.m. -12:45 p.m.

July 28: Outing to Kuna Senior Center - Contact Bethe @ 869-6288

Star Parks and Recreation We, the City of Star Parks and Recreation committee, are dedicated to providing and preserving the highest quality of parks and services for as many citizens as possible with the resources available.

Fit and Fall PreventionTM 10:30-11:15 a.m., Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays at Star City Hall (10769 W. State St.).

Join anytime, it’s free!

Call Kim for more details 286-7247.

Pilates for all abilities.

9:00 -9:45 a.m., Mondays and Wednesdays in July at Star City Hall. $25/month, mat required. See how training your core can benefit your overall well being.

Six participants required.

Needlepoint Classes with Dyan Kastner (All ages and abilities welcome) At Star City Hall from 10:00 -11:30 a.m.

Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning June 19th. $5.00 per class. No experience needed Seniors Steppin Out to Fusions in Eagle.

June 24 meet at 10:30 a.m. at site or 10:15 a.m. at City Hall for carpool. Projects $5-$40.

July 4th Bike Decoration COME RIDE YOUR BIKE IN THE PARADE. DECORATE It TO CELEBRATE THE 4th of July and win a prize. Join us by 9:30 a.m. at the front of Rockbridge Sub (Seneca Springs and State St). Parade starts at 10 a.m. Look for the Star P/R banner.

Look for schedule of events for Hometown Celebration on city’s homepage.

Free Movie Night at Blake Haven Park at dusk. Bring your lawn chair and blankets.

Popcorn provided. July 11 – The Lego Movie and August 8 - Despicable Me 2.

Star Track Tuesdays (all ages) will meet 8:30-9:30 a.m. or 7:00-8:00 p.m.

Tuesdays June 10 - August 5th at Star Elementary’s track. Prizes and giveaways.

FREE. Join anytime.

1 Acre Community Garden June-September benefitting Star Outreach, free summer lunch program, and families and/or individuals willing to help. Please contact Kim Ingraham 286-7247 if you would like to be involved.

For current Star Parks and Recrea"on ac"vites, informa"on, and registra"on visit h!p://staridaho.org/ parks/ac"vi"es.php, call 286-7247 or visit City Hall.

Sports Scramble (ages 4 and up) 10:00 - 11:30 a.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays at Hunters Creek Park. Activities will include soccer, football, volleyball, basketball etc..

June 9 - August 1. Sign up using general registration form now through May 16th. $30 residents/$35 non-residents.

Late sign ups still being accepted.

Challenger Soccer Camp (ages 3-18) July 21 - 25 at Blake Haven Park, Star, ID. Details and sign up: www.challengersports.com These camps are designed to be either full or half days and run simultaneously during the week. Register on line or contact Kari Ruby at kariruby@hotmail.com Youth Flag Football Registration Ages 5 and up July 1 thru July 18 $20.00-residents $25-non residents Practices begin Aug 18 and games begin Saturday Sept. 6th and run until October 18th.

Adult Women’s Powder Puff Football Registration (ages 16 and up) July 1 thru July 18 $20.00-residents $25.00- non residents Practices begin Aug. 18 and games will begin Monday nights Sept. 1 thru Oct. 13th.

Tumbling Camp (ages 6-10) August 11-15, beginner to intermediate level.

10:00 -11:30 a.m. daily at Star Community Barn. $35 residents/$45 non-residents. www.staridaho.org to sign up.

Peter X O’Brien Watercolor Workshop July 11 – 13, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Star City Hall. $85/day. Registration and deposit fee is due June 25th. www.peterxobrien.com Call Kim at 286-7247 for more info.

Lacrosse If interested please contact Ron Weston at rweston@staridaho.org or 286-7247.

Feedback needed by June 30 for it to be added as a fall sport.

Fall Men’s Slow pitch Softball Sign up now through July 31 $20.00 resident, $25.00 non-resident.

Ages 16 and up welcome. Games will be played Thursday nights and Tuesday nights if needed at Hunters Creek Park, 1500 N. Star Rd. Season will run Aug 21 through October 2nd. Individuals welcome.

City of Star Meetings Star City Hall

10769 W State Street 286-7247 • www.staridaho.org

Star City Council Meetings

1st and 3rd Tuesday • 7:00 pm Star City Hall

July 4: Star Hometown Celebration

PIE JUDGING CONTEST

at 3:30 and auction at 5 p.m.

Bring two pies to Hunter Creek Park (one for contest and one for auction) between 3 and 3:15 p.m.

Call Norma at 322-4357 if any questions. If you would like to help in other capacities call Norma.

For July Calendar of events log on to www.StarIdahoChamber.com

Mark Your Calendars

During Star’s Hometown Celebration on July 4th plan on stopping by the

Creative Star Craft Show at the Community Barn on Star Rd

July 4th 9am to 4pm July 5th 9am to 2pm

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uC r i ti c......

By Tom Wick, Universal Critic I’ve never really liked monster movies usually for the bad directing, campy acting, third grade script and shaky cam but let me just say Godzilla had none of that. I can’t even believe I’m recommending a monster movie and I gladly paid ten bucks for it.

This seems like an impossibly good film: this is only the second film for both screenwriter Max Borenstein and director Gareth Edwards and most of the actors are unknowns, except for Brian Cranston (but he dies in the beginning anyway). What really makes this film is that it never stops and the CGI and cinematography are awesome. Edwards has a way of really filling up the big screen and the battle between Godzilla and the MUTO is unreal but looks sooo real. If you’re not sure about laying down ten bucks for a monster movie, you at least have to see it in the cheap seats, don’t wait to watch it on your tube. It’s worth it.

On the other side of the universe of monster films is The Fault in our Stars. Rumor has it that a young teenage boy went to see this movie because he thought it was going to be a sci-fi story. Poor guy, but he wasn’t the only one crying…I still can’t believe I paid good money for this overly predictable and cheesy almost-love story. Hey, I love a great romance, but Stars, I don’t even really know how to describe this black hole of a movie. Supposedly the book was awesome, they probably should have spent more time on the acting and the script, everything was too rushed. I recommend you save it for Redbox.

If you’re an X-Men fan I have to say that X-Men: Days of Future Past is the best of all the X-Men movies made although X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009) holds a close second and are really the only two I even recommend. Days is well scripted with great cinematography and editing. If you can’t tell by the title there is some time traveling going on and the movie does well keeping both timelines active and interesting. The acting is about as good you could expect and the movie only focuses on the main characters which was the problem with the other movies: too many characters, too many side stories. Days has one plot and delivers it well. And as a bonus and after fifty-one years, Days finally reveals what actually happened to JFK. That was the ten bucks right there. But if you’re not an X-Men fan, you could save this for the cheap seats or even Redbox.

Another summer movie worth your Hamilton is Tom Cruise in Edge of Tomorrow. While Cruise is normally cast as the action-hero, his character is just a military PR specialist who is unwillingly forced into battle. By accident, he is then able to access the aliens’ ability to reset time which he uses to figure out how to kill them. Great acting, cinematography, directing, editing. But wait, there’s more, there’s actually a love story here and it’s a heck of a better love story that Stars gave us.

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The Eagle Foodbank is also open most Fridays from 4-6pm to receive non-perishable donations. Donations may be mailed to: Eagle Foodbank, PO Box 1081,Eagle, ID 83616.

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West Nile virus detected in Western Idaho Mosquitoes infected with West Nile virus (WNV) have been detected in Payette County, prompting health officials to remind people to take precautions to fight the bite. The WNVpositive mosquitoes, which are the first discovered in the state this year, were detected by the Payette County Mosquito Abatement Program in a trap collected from an area southeast of the city of Payette.

In 2006, Idaho led the nation in West Nile illnesses with almost 1,000 human infections, which contributed to 23 deaths. In 2013, 40 human cases were reported in 16 counties, with two deaths.

WNV is usually contracted from the bite of an infected mosquito; it is not spread from person-to-person through casual contact. Symptoms of infection often include fever, headache, body aches, nausea, vomiting, and sometimes swollen lymph glands or a skin rash on the chest, stomach, and back. In some cases the virus can cause severe illness, especially in people over the age of 50.

To reduce the likelihood of infection, avoid mosquitoes, particularly between dusk and dawn when they are most active.

In addition, you should: • Cover up exposed skin when outdoors and apply DEET or other EPA-approved insect repellent to exposed skin and clothing. Carefully follow instructions on the product label, especially for children.

• Insect-proof your home by repairing or replacing screens.

• Reduce standing water on your property; check and drain toys, trays or pots that are outdoors which may hold water.

• Change bird baths and static decorative ponds weekly as they may provide a suitable mosquito habitat.

WNV does not usually affect domestic animals, including dogs and cats, but it can cause severe illness in horses and certain species of birds. Although there is no vaccine available for people, there are several vaccines available for horses.

People are advised to have their horses vaccinated annually.

For more information, visit www.westnile.idaho.gov.

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Chefs in the making

Beauty to the Rescue:

Texas. These young ladies are actively fund

By Jennifer Anderson raising to get enough to compete at Nationals April 10th – 12th, the Riverside Hotel and are looking forward to a great trip." hosted the State Culinary Arts competition When asked why they love the culinary featuring 19 other teams of 3 from all over arts, Courtney (currently a line cook at Bella the state of Idaho. Representing Eagle High Aquila in Eagle) explained, “I really enjoy School were team members Courtney culinary because it gives me a chance to Wohlert, Tarah Mehlberg, and Alli Bingham. display myself on a plate. All of my hard The three seniors have been cooking together for about a year and all are members of work, talent, dedication, and creativity shine through when I design and serve this plate of the Family, Career, and Community Leaders food. In that instant, someone is getting all of of America (FCCLA) organization. FCCLA me in one bite and that, in itself, is complete sponsored the culinary competition and gratitude for who I am and who I want to be." when the heat was on, the three seniors rose Tarah Mehlberg wrote, "I enjoy culinary to the top. because I love to look at food and eat food Three months prior to the competition and it’s always been an important thing for each team was given the task of preparing my family. I just love to cook! I'm really three different meals, each including four excited to go to nationals to spend a week separate dishes. At the competition each with my two favorite people. It's our last team would be given one of the meals to summer before college and I want to spend prepare. it cooking and having fun in Texas!”

Allie says, “We had about ten minutes to The three are currently hard at work getting write out a plan as to how we would split up ready for Nationals in San Antonio, Texas in the tasks and responsibilities. The judges July and Alli says, “My teammates are amazthen showed us around the kitchen and gave us ten minutes to mise en place which means ing cooks and although I am not anywhere to prep all the ingredients. Following the prep near their skill level, I enjoy spending time with them and learning from them." period we had exactly one hour to cook our We wish the team well and nationals meal. The meal we had to cook contained congratulate them on their recent and poached salmon with beurre blanc, roasted scholarships. potatoes, ratatouille, and chocolate bread pudding with strawberry compotes. At the end of the hour we had to present one plate to the judges for taste and one plate for presentation.”

Judges scored each team in the categories: safety and appearance, team organization, food production, food taste and presentation.

The team with the highest points won first place, and the highest points went to Eagle.

Ann Boyd, FCCLA Advisor and Intro to Culinary Arts Instructor, said, “As a result of winning the competition, each of them (the girls) were offered a $2000.00 scholarship to The American Art Institute and $1000 (L-R) Allison Bingham, Courtney Wohlert, Scholarship to CSI. With a first place win and Tarah Mehlberg preparing for the they are eligible to compete in a National State Culinary Competition at the Leadership FCCLA July 6-10 in San Antonio, Riverside Hotel.

Local Treasure Valley Salon owners gifted to help others Imagine being sold by your parents for $150 to a life where you will be repeatedly raped, drugged, starved, beaten and left for dead. For two million girls under the age of 16 each year, this is reality. In Thailand alone, an estimated 800,000 children (some as young as 5) are trapped in slavery. Sold for sex with strangers 10-15 times each day (average) for two-to-three dollars per encounter, these girls have forgotten how to dream. They have no hope.

The staff of INsideOUT Salon, a non-profit organization, in Eagle, Idaho, founded by Dawn Maglish along with salon owner Kimberli Denton, of Undone Salon Boise, will be traveling to Chaing Rai, Thailand in October to train girls who have been rescued from human trafficking to become hair dressers.

“After traveling to Thailand in 2011, and opening INsideOUT to support the efforts in the fight against human trafficking, it has been a goal to go back with a team to invest in the lives of the girls.” Says Dawn. Vocational training is a key aspect of helping the girls provide themselves with a sustainable living, so they don’t find themselves back where they came from. It’s a huge part of the healing process and building a new life.

This is an opportunity to do more than just visit and see the work that Destiny Rescue does, its and opportunity to really be involved in the lives of these girls and make a difference!

Destiny Rescue focuses its efforts in Southeast Asia, however, human trafficking is a growing problem world-wide, and it is a growing problem in our own back yard. The U.S. Justice Department (DOJ) reports that as many as 300,000 children in the United States are “at risk for sexual exploitation” annually.

The DOJ also reports that 2010 saw a 59-percent year-over-year increase in the number of identified human trafficking victims.

About INsideOUT Salon a non-profit organization INsideOUT is a salon for the community by the community. INsideOUT gives the community an opportunity to join in the fight against human trafficking through the salon services they already get on a regular basis. Low-cost, quality salon services provide a need for people in our community while giving net-proceeds to help organizations that fight against human trafficking.

501c3 status is currently pending with the federal government.

About Destiny Rescue Destiny Rescue is a grassroots, 501c3, internationally recognized Christian-based organization that serves the poor and exploited. The organization rescues children directly from brothels and red light districts; protects vulnerable children through prostitution prevention programs; provides schooling, vocational training, medical help, counseling, all daily needs; and has dozens of safe homes in five nations with thousands of children now living safely.

Upcoming Charity Events Saturday, July 12, 9am-5pm Cut-a-thon Fundraiser for Thailand trip to Destiny Salon During Eagle Fun Days, Eagle Idaho

May 20- July 31 Funds2Org Shoe Drive Shoe Drop off location open during salon operating hours Both events held at

INsideOUT Salon 591 E. State Street, Eagle, Idaho http://www.insideoutsalonandspa.org/

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Joe’s View A recent remodeling survey came to three conclusions that I felt gave people what they deserved. Perhaps that is bit harsh, but usually if you’re not willing to invest, you can expect about the same return.

The survey asked each generational grouping how they selected the service professionals they brought into their home. It also asked what criteria they used in the selection process as well as their satisfaction with who they selected after the fact.

The majority of the findings were boring and expected… except for the Millennial Generation. They amused me. One source defines this group as those born in the mid 80’s through the 90’s - those today in their late twenties to thirty somethings.

The Millennial respondents disclosed in the survey that they preferred their communication with service professionals by emails or texting.

They did their research on-line and got reviews of professionals from Yelp and other online rating services. And, they were the least satisfied, and the most frustrated with the people they hired. JOE’S OPINION: I think that saying “DUH” here is too soft. These people should be punched in the ear!

In the survey the Millennial’s said they did not like to get referral advice from friends or family. And, here we have our “critical factor,” this is the reason for their problems and they cannot see it.

The wise among us know the “Old Way,” indeed the best way, of going about finding

someone or a business you can trust is to talk to family, friends, neighbors, church associates, or co-workers.

You ask for their opinion. Another suggested source is asking businesses like lumber yards for names when it comes to trade professionals because that is where they shop, and the store will give good names because they want you to be happy. They will also usually give you the name of someone financially stable. And of course, there is always my Trusted Resource List at www.JoePrin.com. Hint, hint.

Second, I am convinced that online rating and review services are all screwed up. I have seen the same word for word complaint posted on multiple sites. With a click here and there, venom can be posted around the world. Same goes for false positives. Are you telling me you would trust some anonymous posting from an invisible person more than a friend or colleague you respect? Most of these sites can be bought into to get positives. Pay your dues, get good reviews.

Third, when a person shows up at your door, a person that you booked blindly on line, you are both at a disadvantage. They do not know you or your house, they are seeing it for the first time. You do not know who you are bringing into your home or their personal habits or abilities. Really? Can we all see the potential for problems, dissatisfaction and frustration here?!

Is this generation fearful of personal interaction? Do they not know how to communicate face to face? Do they trust the Web more than Walter next door? Let’s help them out. Talk to them. Show them how it works in the real world.

Listen to The HomeFix Radio Show with Joe Prin, Saturday mornings, 7-10 AM on 670 KBOI or on your mobile device through Facebook at “The HomeFix Radio Show”.

Email to joe@joeprin.com. Podcasts of previous radio shows and columns are available at JoePrin.com.

Eagle and Star win accolades in Ms. Senior Idaho Pageant

By Jennifer Anderson Glittering gowns, high heels, and a group of sophisticated ladies, it seems pageants are not just for the young, but also the young at heart.

When Sandee Tuck of Star was invited by a friend to attend last year’s pageant in Pocatello, Id, she thought the ladies looked like they were having a lot of fun. Then her friend suggested that she try out, and it didn’t take much coaxing to get Sandee on board.

Prior to the event, the ladies met for practice once in Emmett, Id, on April 8th and Sandee writes, “It was a delight meeting all those fun filled ladies and getting to know them.” Another practice was scheduled a couple weeks later and then a final practice the morning of the pageant.

May 3rd, 2014 at the Nampa Civic Center the Ms. Idaho Senior pageant got underway.

When asked what the most stressful part of getting ready for the pageant was Sandee said, “Going on the internet to 100’s of sites trying to find the ‘right’ gown. WHAT A JOKE!!!! This 71 year old was looking for a ‘modest’ gown for my age and it was BEYOND a challenge. If I wanted a sexy, revealing gown at a size minus 1, then it would have been NO problem. I did find one that I could ‘live’ with that covered me and my flabby arms.”

Sadee goes on to relate, “When I received the gown, it was for a 9 foot lady...and the company wouldn’t take it back to do alterations. I did find a FANTASTIC lady in Caldwell that brought it from a 9 ft dress to my 5’2” size. She even cut down the pleated train on the gown and ironed each pleat. All this preparation was more than I ‘signed up for’.”

In all there were 12 contestants judged on two categories: philosphy of life and talent.

Sandee’s philosophy centered on second chances, and she explains that for those who have made wrong choices in their life, there is hope through God’s love and they are not defined by their past but the difference they can make by embracing wise choices.

Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy The critical missing link to complete patient care Interdisciplinary approach to patient wellness is important because teeth, bones and muscles work in harmony to attain occlusal stability. Myofunctional therapy, also called orofacial myofunctional therapy, is the neuro-muscular re-education or re-patterning of the oral and facial muscles. It includes muscle exercises which create a normal freeway space dimension.

Therapists are trained to eliminate negative oral habits through behavior modification techniques and promote positive growth patterns. We train people to breathe through their noses if their airways are not compromised. If oral breathing is an acquired habit; we teach people how to properly position their tongue at rest. We teach how to chew and swallow correctly. We emphasize the importance of proper head and neck posture patterns.

The goals are: • Promoting a lip seal.

• Promoting a palatal tongue rest position • Promoting a posterior, tooth together swallow • Facilitating bi-lateral chewing and correct drinking • Keeping hands and objectives away from the face

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Facilitating nasal breathing.

Developing a harmonious peri-oral muscle pattern.

• Correcting dysfunctional habit patterns.

The rewards are: • Many children, teenagers and even adults have retrained and corrected poor swallowing habits.

• With consistent commitment and support of exercise every day, which is painless and relatively simple, certain muscles are activated and functioning properly, gaining coordination of the tongue and facial muscles.

• A person can regain the joy of eating, speaking and enjoy cosmetic improve ments, helping restore confidence and self-esteem.

The body is a marvelous and complex structure made up of tissue, muscles, bones, and chemicals, which all need to work together in harmony. Through Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy, which is the critical missing link to complete patient care, a better quality of life can be attained. Check out this website www.FunctionalTongue.com for more information.

A little more persistence, a little more effort, and what seemed hopeless failure may turn to glorious success. ~ Elbert Hubbard Sandee Tuck, Ms. Star, won second runner up during the 2014 Ms. Senior Idaho Pageant at the Nampa Civic Center, May 3. Char Lalka, Ms. Eagle was crowned the winner.

For the talent portion of the evening, Sandee sang “God Will Carry You.” The Ms. Senior Idaho Pageant crowned Char Lalka, Ms. Eagle, the winner; Gloria Slegers, Ms. Magic Valley, as 1st runner up; and Sandee Tuck, Ms. Star, 2nd runner up. While the pageant is over, the group still has plans for upcoming engagements around town as well as the opportunity for Ms. Eagle to attend the national pageant in Atlantic City in October. It’s never too late to be a beauty queen. Congratulations ladies!

The contestants had the honor of riding in this year's Nampa Parade on May 17.

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By Joanne M.W. Love We place great value on individual life in this country. It’s one of the defining traits of a civilized culture. As evidenced this month in the recent prisoner exchange, this trait can be our greatest weakness and our greatest strength. How easy it is, even as 4th of July is nearing, to forget the strength of this country and the freedoms for which life was laid down.

Like many Americans, my friends and family would probably describe me as “independent” in nature. But I’d be kidding myself if I didn’t give full credit to those before me, whose great sacrifices have given me this luxury to be so “independent.” My eyes were opened wide last week during, of all things, a 15 minute cab ride.

My husband and I were fortunate enough to go to George Strait’s last concert, held in Dallas, before retiring. As is requisite of any attempt to leave town, the pre-trip effort expenditure feels destined to outweigh the fun waiting to be had. The only difference this time..…we were leaving our two oldest home alone for 36 hours.

Feeling like Santa, checking lists twice, the knot in my stomach grew as I forced my boys into locked eye contact, reading out loud each of their 2 page, itemized lists. My confidence in the attention waned as they began eating while “listening” to me. I won’t kid you, my expectations were low. “Please God, just let every animal and child have food and water while we’re gone.” Items 2-33 were probably more of a wish list. Counting on football to exhaust our oldest, the younger is left with the lengthier list to tie up his time.

The morning of our departure went smoothly. We landed at “Love” Field and I have to say, I’ve never felt so welcome at an airport in my life! It was as if we landed at our own personal airfield. Signs everywhere read…..Love Field, Love Transportation, Love Station, etc, I could start liking this town.

We hailed a cab and within seconds were engaged in a sobering conversation with the driver. “Yermane” was from Ethiopia but enthusiastically spoke broken English. He’d been in Dallas for 3 years, married to his high school sweetheart (also from Ethiopia), and was raising their first child. He was describing how many jobs he was working to make ends meet. Just as I started to feel badly for him, I realized he was ELATED with how hard he was working. He was the epitome of those before us, searching for life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.

He and his brother had been journalists in Ethiopia. However his brother is currently serving 5 years in prison for writing material critical of their government.

Yermane continued to marvel at the freedoms in this country in contrast to the perils

of living under an oppressive government.

Our freedom of speech was what amazed him the most.

“America has given me everything she possibly can of herself. I’m free to say anything I think and work as hard as I choose for my dreams.” Ironically, I felt speechless.

Part of me wanted to search for cameras in the car, as though we might be part of a documentary being filmed. It was almost too beautiful to believe. This man was exuberant in his declaration of gratitude to America.

He IS the poster child of what our forefathers intended and for which our soldiers continue to fight.

Our amazement continued as the George Strait concert delivered nothing short of tears and goose bumps. Where else can 100,000 people gather and sing out loud about God, our country, our marriages, and whiskey for 3 straight hours? Where else can you witness George Strait and a retired military general present a soldier who sacrificed his arm in Afghanistan with a million dollar home?

There wasn’t a dry eye in the stadium as 10 other top country music artists stood beside George, bidding him farewell as “The Cowboy Rides Away” was sung one last time.

I’ll be repeating to my kids how there’s NO other place you’ll find a cab driver espousing how much a country has given, simply by giving him freedom and opportunity. My only regret is the missing footnote in The Declaration of Independence…..These inalienable rights shall only be granted if #2 through 33 on mom’s list are done! The children and animals did survive, but the return to a civilized looking home was a pipe dream. I’m betting my kids WISH I was speechless.

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By Anna Eaton-Merkle I have been on vacation recently. I had a very nice time despite the fact that the old lady who kept showing up in my pictures turned out to be me. And every time I sneezed it cost an extra $50. And somehow I was put in charge of navigation, a bad idea even if I am familiar territory. And my children found new and creative ways to argue (“I get the picture with the dolphin for instagram, it was my idea!”). True that vacations are somewhat overrated, but I think it is the pressure to have the perfect vacation that really makes them stressful. We don’t like to think we have blown all our money on a debacle that goes down in the books as a huge, once in a lifetime, fail. We plan and plan and pack wisely, then plan some more. We shop for great airfares and perfect locations and research things to do there. Then, as in our case, we arrive at our destination and say, where is the beach?

So basically, this is what happened to us when we arrived in the Florida Keys. In all my planning, it never occurred to me to ask that relatively important question. One thinks (especially one from land-locked Idaho) that everything thing in Florida is BEACH BEACH BEACH. When mentioning the Keys to anyone that asked, I got the same responses – Ooooh, the water there is so beautiful. The fishing is awesome. It is like being in another country. To be fair, all those things are true. But the fact is, there are very few beaches in the Florida Keys.

I felt like Jimmy Buffett had really let me down.

When the gum-smacking waitress explained it to us, slowly – as if we were idiots, we did feel a bit silly. The Keys are only there because they are protected by America’s only living coral reef (and the

world’s third longest barrier reef) and these keep waves from crashing onto the shore and grinding the rocks into sand. Duh. This made total sense and explained a lot, just not necessarily why our house had been listed as beachfront. I did make it my personal quest to locate the beaches in the Keys that seem to appear on every postcard I have ever seen from that locale, and I am glad to say that there are a few that do exist, and I found them eventually. It wasn’t easy though, and by the end of the week, as I ventured out on my last beach quest, no one wanted to join me. Side note: that was the best one, but I had to take selfies to prove that it was there.

Never the less, the lesson is not just that one should research even the most obvious sounding questions regarding a vacation.

That is a good thing to take away from this, but I am getting at the real miracle of vacations. When we look back on this one, we will do nothing but smile.

Vacations aren’t about having the perfect time in the perfect setting. They are about watching your kids snuggle up like kittens on a long airplane ride and not caring who sees them. They are about getting lost and hungry and sweaty and then finding the perfect little vendor selling frozen yogurt.

They are about cousins cooking dinner together and parents ordering pizza twice in one week. They are about learning to appreciate the moonrise on a smooth ocean as much as the sun setting on a more familiar coast. They are really about spending a little time with our imperfect families enjoying a part of the world that is a little different from everyday life. Having the opportunity to do just that is what makes any vacation perfect.

Anna Eaton-Merkle lives in Eagle and teaches English to Seniors at Eagle High School.

Her latest project is the blog www.thinkinginthemargins which is updated weekly with past and/or previously unpublished essays. Like it on Facebook!

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TRINA’S

FITNESS CORNER Abs are made in the Kitchen

“Abs are made in the Kitchen.” You may have heard that slogan – but what does it actually mean? I see so many people work out long hours every day, hours of cardio, a hundred crunches, and for what – to obtain that 6-pack stomach. Maybe you are saying to yourself, ‘hey that is me and I don’t have a six-pack.’ It is simple – you cannot out train a bad diet. Fat burning success is 70% of what you make in the kitchen.

So what type of diet should you follow if you are looking to maximize your results?

I am going write out a daily diet plan aimed at maximum fat loss; a diet that will produce fat loss from the WHOLE body including the abdominal region.

Breakfast: Option 1: 3 whole eggs combined with veggies Option 2: Lean meats combined with a serving of fruit or veggies Option 3: Protein Smoothie

Snack: ¼ cup of nuts combined with 1 cup of fruit or veggies Lunch: 4 – 6 ounces of lean meats along with 3 – 4 cups of veggies Snack: Repeat your early morning snack Dinner: 4 – 6 ounces of lean meats along with 3 – 4 cups of veggies as well as a serving of fruit Optional Snack: Berries and nuts, or a scoop of whey before bed.

Drink several liters of water a day, ingest good fish oil, keep the protein high, and ingest carbohydrates mostly from veggies.

Fats and Fruits are to be eaten in moderation and refined sugars on occasion.

Focus on compound movements in the gym (spot reducing doesn’t work!) Give yourself 2 full rest days and be sure your body gets 7 or more hours a sleep a day.

Now get off the couch and get into the kitchen.

Trina K Kubitschek, Certified Personal Trainer. Owner of CrossFit Station. A proud mom of Kayla, Kasson and Violet. Trina has more than 15 years experience and she has a drive in helping individuals find and succeed in their fitness goals. Visit Trina’s face book page or follow her at http://crossfitstar.com/category/trainers-blog/trinas-blog/

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SPORTS

July 2014 • PAGE 23

Star’s Del Drake gives seniors opportunity to play ball

By Philip A. Janquart The fun to be had in life isn’t reserved just for the young.

It wasn’t long ago in Boise, however, that seniors wanting to play sports were limited to the old standbys: golf or maybe some bowling.

Then, in 1998, Del Drake came along and shattered the stereotype that people over 60 are too old and disinterested to compete.

“I moved to Idaho from Orange County (California) in 1995,” explained Drake, Idaho Senior Softball Association founder and president. “I got here on a Friday and was at Boise Parks and Rec. Monday morning. I told the guy there I wanted to sign up for one of the senior softball leagues and he told me there weren’t any.”

Drake had already played three seasons in Orange County and just assumed an “athletic community” like Boise would have senior softball leagues.

“I said to myself ‘Well, I guess my playing days are over,’” he said.

Three years later, Boise became the unlikely host of a senior softball national tournament, but Drake was surprised when he was told there were no teams from Boise participating.

“You’d think if you were going to host a tournament like that, you’d have a team playing in it,” he said. “But they told me if I wanted to put a team together, they’d sign us up. So I ran an ad on KGEM radio, in one of their free ad spots, looking for guys who wanted to play. I got about 13 guys together and we actually won a couple games.”

The Idaho Statesman did a story on the team, which landed on the front page of the sports section the next day.

'The Cubs' management.

“They gave us the whole top half of the front page and we ended up getting 50 phone calls from guys who wanted to play,” Drake said. “We split up into four teams and the City made a league of us. That’s how we got started.”

The league grew, but ran into kinks along the way, some teams becoming dominant and manhandling opponents by 20 or more runs, causing some to drop out of the league.

That’s when Drake decided to form a league in Meridian, renting a field and running the league on his own. Two of the dominant teams from Boise, however, decided they wanted to play in the new league. Drake soon realized he was faced with the same problem he had in Boise.

“Those guys beat everyone and one of the two always won the championship,” he said. “So me and one

REAL Soccer concentrates program close to small towns Middleton’s first competitive soccer club REAL MIDDLETON, is now providing a youth academy soccer program for girls and boys ages 5 years old and up. The REAL SOCCER club is strategically placed and designed to provide an opportunity for kids in the smaller outlying towns of the Treasure Valley to play competitive soccer. It is also meant to provide more than a recreational focus, the idea is to provide proper training, professional coaching, nutrition, and vision that will take an average player to the next level.

The Youth Academy program for ages 5-8 (U6 - U9) is designed to provide kids with the proper instruction before bad habits are formed. The focus is a fun atmosphere with professionals that can help kids pointed in the proper direction, as well as improving their abilities before reaching the competitive level.

This is a golden opportunity for those children in this age group looking to play more competitive soccer. Real Middleton was established in Middleton to offer our smaller towns the opportunity to compete and win against some of the biggest programs in the state. While local programs give the kids a chance to play and get quality exercise, Real teaches valuable lessons that allow and encourage players to push themselves and progress with a focus on playing soccer at the higher levels.

REAL Boise U8G Whale Sharks

There will be two open houses for U5 through U9 (Born between Aug 1st 2004 and July 31st, 2010). The first one on July 8th at Foote Park from 9:30-10:30 p.m. The second on July 31st from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Also REAL MIDDLETON SOCCER will be hosting open play street soccer every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 a.m. -10:30 a.m. at Foote Park starting July 1st and running through July 29th for these youth academy ages.

REAL MIDDLETON SOCCER OFFERS

1. Licensed coaches for all competitive teams 2. Club philosophy emphasizing vision, technique, creativity, improvisation and dynamic play 3. Sports nutrition consulting 4. Speed and agility training 5. Goal keeper training 6. Vision and awareness development 7. Video analysis of games 8. College prep program 9. Futsal and indoor soccer 10. Adult soccer 11. International exchange program 12. Low prices compared to other true competitive clubs 13. The Coolest Jersey’s and Jackets If you wish to get more information about REAL MIDDLETON soccer, or would like to inquire about your child joining a team, please call Peter Rossi at 412-7602 or Juanjo Carmona at 713-8924. Check us out at www.realmiddletonsoccer.com.

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of my buddies were sitting around one day and came up with some ideas. We thought we should do something like Little League does, have a draft to make the teams as equal as possible. Then we came up with the idea of wooden bats The ISSA's 'Lug Nuts' and we really started getting excited.”

Eagle player Steve Brody says he is thankful The strategy worked, bringing parody to for the league and the opportunity to play the the league and inspiring more players to sign sport he loves. up. Drake once again started out with about “If you played at all when you were four teams. That was in 2008. This year the younger, to be able to go out and do it again, league consists of 20 teams that play games to play a competitive sport again, it’s just a Monday and Wednesday nights, and Tuesday great experience,” he said. “You also build a mornings at Heritage Middle School in lot of friendships and camaraderie. A bunch Meridian where the field has a 200-foot of us play golf at Eagle Hills.” fence.

Drake says the league has about a hundred Anyone 60 and older is eligible to play members and is always looking for more and, according to Drake, there are about four players. “No matter what age, ability or or five players that are in their 80’s. disability, you can play as long as you are “We have some special rules for them,” he old enough,” he said. said. “You can’t double them up at first, they To learn more about the league or how to can use any bat they want, a composite bat if sign up, log on to www.idahoseniorsoft they want, and if they want to be just DH, ball.org, or email Del Drake at deldrake@ then they can be DH. A couple of them are hotmail.com. pretty good ball players.”

A 'Braves' batter readies for a pitch during a past ISSA championship.

The ISSA's 'Red Sox'

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