A couple of weeks ago I posted on Facebook whether anyone knew when the American Falls High School mascot became the Beaver. We are the Beavers for obvious reasons, and presumably that puts the date after the dam. Unexpectedly, my…
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Traci Ann Jackson 10-9-24
Traci Ann Jackson passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024 at her home in North Bend, OR. She was born on August 8, 1980 in Blackfoot, ID, to Douglas and Janice Jackson. She grew up in Springfield and attended school…
Marlene Allen 10-9-24
Marlene M. Allen, passed away Friday, Sept. 20, 2024 in Boise, ID. She was 87 years old. Marlene was born in Salt Lake City, UT, to Henry and Marie Martensen on Oct. 20, 1936. Marlene married Joseph E. Allen on…
Undefeated Bulldogs and Tigers meet up, Tigers go to work and earn the win, 29-14 by Coach Derek Jolley
In a game that featured two undefeated, top five teams, our defense again showed up and showed out. The Bulldogs received the opening kickoff and our defense went right to work. After netting just one yard on their opening drive,…
Ireland Bank presents $1,583 to Aberdeen Senior Center
Ireland Bank in Aberdeen sponsored the first annual Walk-a-Thon which took place on the Gem Trail on Saturday, Sept. 14. The staff and community raised over $1,500 for one of their non-profit organizations they donate to. This year, they chose…
Fourth quarter woes cost Beavers Homecoming win
The American Falls High School homecoming game against Buhl resulted in a tragic loss after a hard-fought battle. The first quarter ended with the Beavers ahead 7-6 and they retained that score through the second quarter. After halftime, the third…
Man charged with felony rape
A 26-year-old man was arrested in Power County after a 15-year-old girl told law enforcement that a family friend had raped her, according to a report originally released by EastIdahoNews.com. … Read the full story and more in the paper…
Does a public school education prepare our kids for real life? Time for Tea by Celia Klassen
Does a public school education prepare our kids for real life? I was inspired by an article I read in The Aberdeen Times from 1921. “The state board of education recognizes the fact that “education” is preparation for life work…
James Burcham 10-2-24
Long time Power County resident James Edward Burcham passed away in Sulpher Springs, Arkansas at the age of 92.
James Lee Hall 9-25-24
James Lee Hall, beloved son, grandson, nephew, and cousin, passed away on Friday, Sept. 13, 2024 in Pocatello, ID, at the tender age of 19. Born on May 13, 2005, in Pocatello, he brought joy and light to the lives…