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The American Falls Police Department has named Armando Mason, alias Armando Reyna, of Burley, as a person of interest in the armed robbery of the US Bank branch in American Falls on Monday, June 16.
Armando Mason is a Hispanic male, 30 years old, 5’11, 300 lbs, brown eyes and brown hair, and has tattoos on both of his arms. Mason could possibly be driving a black 1994 Ford Explorer with a luggage rack on top of the vehicle.
The AFPD has been working closely with the Cassia County Sheriff’s Office, which is investigating the robbery of a US Bank in Burley on Wednesday, July 30. The two robberies had a number of similarities, leading the two law enforcement agencies to begin working together.
The Cassia County Sheriff’s Office and the AFPD ask that if anyone knows of his whereabouts or has seen him to not approach him. Call the American Falls Police Department at 226-5922.
Armando should be considered armed and dangerous. The American Falls Police investigation is still ongoing. |
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Bruce Hauber will serve another year as chairman of the American Falls School board following the annual reorganization at the regular board meeting on Monday, July 28.
Each year the board reorganizes itself according to state code to identify positions of leadership to conduct official business for the school district.
In addition to Hauber, Lane Lankford will continue to serve as vice-chairman with Kathy Lilya as clerk of the board. The Power County Press was designated as the official newspaper and the fourth Monday of each month will continue to be the monthly meeting time at the board room, unless otherwise posted.
Posting places for official announcements are the school district office, court house, The Power County Press office, post office, Bannock Peak in addition to each district school when school is in session. The law firm of Eberharter-Maki and Tappen was selected as the legal counselors.
The board also divided itself into emphasis or responsibility areas including: American Falls High School and Academy, Susan Fletcher; William Thomas Middle School and Intermediate School, Bruce Hauber; activities and legislative liaison, Donita Garner; finance and transportation, Dallas Clinger
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Accepts resignation of foundation director
The budget requested for capital outlay items was passed with six aye votes and one nay vote. The bone of contention was the request for a vehicle.
Currently the hospital relies on employees vehicles, at a cost of about $4,000 per year plus greater liability, for any errands that must be run. Therefore, a company vehicle was asked for at a cost of $20,000. Board member Jim Chapman was the dissenting vote, stating reasons of cost outlay with little return as his objection.
The largest item on the capital expenditures wish list was a refurbished 4-slice CT scanner and a place to put it that is easier to access than the present system. It was acknowledged that it costs a bit at $180,000, but it could save lives.
The regular budget projection was passed with all votes aye.
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‘There’s No Place Like Home’ is the parade theme for American Falls Day on Saturday, Aug. 9. The parade will begin the day at 10 a.m., with a line up of entries to begin at 9 a.m. There is no charge to enter a float in the parade and the order of entries will be on a first come, first served basis.
The exception to that will be for American Legion Roland Evans Post #3 and the grand marshal, who lead the parade. Those who plan to enter horses in the parade are required to have a refuse removal wagon following behind the horses.
Bicycles will be allowed in the parade, if they are decorated. ATV’s and dirt bikes will also be allowed, as long as the rider has a helmet and is of age to operate the equipment. Those without the proper gear and equipment will not be allowed in the parade route.
Those interested in entering a float in the parade may contact Jan Skeen at Eliasen Law Office, 226-5138 or via email at jmskeen@dcdi.net. Those entering a float are asked to design their float around the theme to qualify for awards.
Booth applications for American Falls Day are also available now on the chamber’s website atwww.americanfallschamber.org, as well as at The Power County Press and Ruff Crew Sports. Anyone with questions regarding booths in the park may contact Emily Wright at 226-7309.
Deadline to have a booth application to the chamber was on Saturday, Aug. 2. Anyone interested in having a booth during American Falls Day may still submit an application, however a late fee of $10 will be added to the $40 cost for non-chamber members and the $20 cost for chamber members and school programs.
The annual lunch sponsored by the chamber will be the same menu as last year with pork sandwiches, corn on the cob, other sides and a drink.
A video DJ will be featured during the street dance this year, sponsored by Casey’s Restaurant and Lounge. Music played will include everything from country to hip-hop. He will also be taking requests during the show. The music is slated to begin at 5 p.m. and last until midnight. |
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The Aberdeen Arts Council is bringing the Missoula Children’s Theatre to town again this year the week of Aug. 11 to 16. The cost for the six day camp is $10 per student or $20 per family. All students in Aberdeen grades 1 through 12 are invited to participate.
Two professional actresses will bring a trailer of costumes, sets and magic to town with them. There is room for 60 to 70 children to be on stage to sing, dance and act.
The performances will be Saturday, Aug. 16, at 3 and 7 p.m. Tickets to the performances are $4 for adults and $2 for children under 12. |
Back to School night will be held at the Aberdeen Middle School on Thursday, Aug. 21, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., with a host of activities planned for that evening.
Look for next week’s edition of The Aberdeen Times for more information.
The first day of school orientation for all sixth grade students will be Monday, Aug. 25.
The first day of school for the seventh and eighth grade students will be on Tuesday, Aug. 26. They will join the sixth grade students in regular classes. |
Several new digital towers
expected across state in 2008
Alltel Wireless is expanding and enhancing wireless coverage and network quality across the state of Idaho with the activation of three new digital cells sites in the second quarter.
The new digital cell sites are located in or near Sugar City, Idaho Falls and Aberdeen. Construction on the Idaho Falls tower began in February and was completed in late April. The new cell tower near the American Falls Reservoir in southwest Bingham County will provide better in-vehicle coverage along Highway 39.
“These new cell sites are part of our continuing commitment to improve and expand our digital footprint in Idaho and other communities we serve across western United States,” said Chris Tuten, Alltel vice president of retail services for Idaho. “Our network operations team is working hard to expand America’s largest network, which will benefit the people who live and work in these communities, as well as the thousands who visit Idaho or travel on our highways and interstates.”
The new cell sites network will enhance coverage and capacity in downtown Idaho Falls and along major roads such as Interstate 15 and State Highways 26 and 20. The tower in Sugar City, just north of Rexburg will improve in-building coverage in the city of Sugar City. It will also provide better in-vehicle coverage along State Highways 20 and 33.
In addition to the current sites, Alltel also is working on site acquisition and regulatory approval for towers in nearly 20 communities for the remainder of 2008. Last year, Alltel invested more than $7 million to expand its wireless network in Idaho, adding eight new digital cell sites to America’s largest wireless network.
Alltel introduced its wireless service in Idaho after merging with Western Wireless and completing a wireless property exchange with U.S. Cellular of Chicago in 2005. Overall, Alltel has more than 120 digital wireless sites across the state of Idaho, bringing better digital wireless quality to such communities as Bloomington, Jerome, Rupert, Ririe, Gooding, Jerome, Cambridge, Filer and Pocatello.
Alltel Wireless, America’s largest network, providing coverage across the country, has more than 13 million wireless customers. For more information visit www.alltel.com. |
The Pink Ladies are accepting applications for their annual health education scholarship. Requirements for the applicants include being a resident of Power County or southwest Bingham County (Aberdeen area) and having completed one year of education in the medical field.
Applications for the auxiliary scholarships are available at Harms Memorial Hospital. Scholarships must be completed and returned to the hospital by Monday, Aug. 11.
Anyone with questions about the scholarship, may contact Auxilary President Kay Bammert at 226-5492.
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