Category: Aberdeen Times

Tommy Allen Dean

Tommy Allen Dean passed peacefully into the loving arms of his Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, Jan. 5, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was 78 years old and passed away due to lung cancer. He is survived by: his…

Chicken Math

Time for Tea by Celia Klassen If you’ve had anything to do with chickens you’ll likely know what that term means. Quite simply it’s ending up with more chickens than you planned, and possibly other animals as well. In the…

Russell Jay Klempel, 64

Russell Jay Klempel, 64, of Aberdeen, ID, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2023 at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center, causes due to a lingering illness. Russell was born May 12, 1958 in Pocatello, ID, the son of Gustav Howard and…

Writing stories that define our community

My Thoughts by Elaine Blik, Editor The Aberdeen Times Well, last week I just finished the final issue of the Aberdeen Times for 2022, which is the 20th issue I have had the pleasure of putting together in my new…

Rivalry continues, Tigers on top with 68-58 victory

Another unforgettable chapter in the storied rivalry between Aberdeen High School and American Falls High School was written Tuesday night, Dec. 20, when the Aberdeen boys basketball team took on American Falls on the Beavers’ home court. In a closely…

Add one more resolution to your New Year’s list

Time for Tea by Celia Klassen We are always making resolutions; “I’m going to diet starting next week”, “I’m going to save money”, “I’m going to do better at XYZ”, “I’m going to get better grades”. We say these things…

Fair housing resolution adopted by city council

The Aberdeen City Council approved a Fair Housing Resolution #214, Title 8, under the Federal Housing law. The council adopted it for the city of Aberdeen. Apparently the State of Idaho does not have a fair housing law. Anyone advertising…

Origins of Christmas and some traditions

Time for Tea by Celia Klassen With Christmas anticipated by adults and children alike, I thought to write about the origins of the holiday and some of its traditions. Christmas, as a celebration, stems from both the pagan and Roman…