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Sarah Jensen crowned as Miss Idaho

Published by admin on Wed, 06/29/2022 - 10:20am
Miss Idaho 2022, Sarah Jensen is looking forward to the next year of serving the state and representing Idaho at Miss America this December. 
 One of Jensen’s first appearances as Miss Idaho was the National Oldtime Fiddlers’ Parade, and Jensen felt so grateful to be able to have the experience of appearing in her hometown so shortly after being crowned.  Jensen shared that the dream of becoming Miss Idaho started right here in Weiser, and she feels in her heart she never would have had this opportunity without this community.

4th of July celebrations from Weiser to Cambridge

Published by admin on Wed, 06/29/2022 - 10:17am
It is the most significant event in American history, when John Hancock, then president of the Continental Congress, signed the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776.
 Other delegates representing the 13 colonies, 55 of them, signed afterward, all but sealing our future as a country.
 For 246 years, the 4th of July has been celebrated in every corner of the United States.
 Of course, this year is no different, the city of Weiser once again planning its annual Veterans March and fireworks display. 

Body of drowning victim recovered in Malheur County

Published by admin on Wed, 06/29/2022 - 10:16am
The body of a drowning victim was found Saturday morning after the man fell out of his kayak while recreating on the Snake River on Wednesday.
 Bernardo Garcia Jr., 50, of Beaverton, Ore., who was staying with friends, was attempting to cross the river about four miles west of Weiser when his water craft tipped over. 

Weiser Valley Round Up kicks off Thursday, July 7

Published by admin on Wed, 06/29/2022 - 10:05am
Buckin’, Ropin’, and Ridin’ are just some of the things you’ll see at the 77th annual Weiser Valley Round Up.
 The rodeo is scheduled for July 7-9 at Fred Hust Arena, located at W. 9th St. between Galloway Ave. and Pioneer Road. Pre-rodeo events begin at 7 p.m. each night, with grand entry for the main rodeo at 8 p.m.
 Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for kids 6 to 12 years. Kids 5 and under are free.

Farmers Market kicks off July 14

Published by admin on Wed, 06/29/2022 - 9:59am
The 11th annual Weiser Farmers Market begins Thursday, July 14 at the historic Weiser Train Depot. 
 This year, 24 vendors have signed on as participants and there is still space for three more. The cost for a vendor booth is $5 per week.
 Vendors include bakers, honey producers, a mead maker (honey wine), jams and jellies, soaps and lotions, lavender products, pottery, woodworking, embroidery, shaved ice, and other crafts, as well as fresh, local produce.

Price captures fourth Grand Champion title

Published by admin on Wed, 06/29/2022 - 9:57am
The 2022 National Oldtime Fiddlers’ Contest and Festival was a complete success this year, according to organizers who said there was good attendance for the competition and plenty of people taking part in musical performances and other festivities in Memorial Park.
 The contest and festival officially began June 21 and ended on June 25 with the competition for Grand Champion that evening.

Kids enjoy Weiser Recreation Department’s youth track program

Published by admin on Wed, 06/29/2022 - 9:53am
The City of Weiser Recreation Department’s 2022 Youth Track Camp was held June 6-10. 
 Over 130 kids, a record number, took part in the camp, which was held at Weiser High School. After a week of instruction, kids ages 0-12 had the opportunity to use the skills they learned in an official track meet held Saturday, June 11.
 “The kids practiced all week, running through the events and rules, and competed against each other,” said co-organizer Jessica Olsen.

Experts: gas prices stall but will continue to rise

Published by admin on Wed, 06/29/2022 - 9:48am
Editor’s note: On June 15, we published a story regarding the apparent/suspected causes behind soaring gas prices. It was originally the first in a two-part series addressing the problem. Due to the subject matter, the series has been extended into a three-part series, with the third installment to be published in the July 6 issue of the Weiser Signal American. Below is Part II.
 
 Two weeks ago, the average price of gas in the U.S. had hit an all-time high of over $5 per gallon, with some states reporting an average of well over $6 a gallon.

Memorial Park Stage Schedule - Updated

Published by admin on Thu, 06/23/2022 - 3:29pm
Thursday, June 23
1 p.m.-2 p.m. – 
2 p.m.-3 p.m. – Dennis Cooper
3 p.m.-4 p.m. – Lisa Johnson
4 p.m.-5 p.m. – Gem State Fiddlers
5 p.m.-6 p.m. – Ozark Mountain Music
6 p.m.-7 p.m. – TBA
7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. – Just For Kicks
 
Friday, June 24
1 p.m.-2 p.m. – Josephine Spicer
2 p.m.-3 p.m. – Sharon Rekward
3 p.m.-4 p.m. – Kent and Victor Craig
4 p.m.-5 p.m. – And Friends
5 p.m.-5:30 p.m. – Emma Tolman

Luthier available for repairs, tuning at Fiddle Contest

Published by admin on Wed, 06/22/2022 - 4:56pm

Gary Santa is described by some as the best luthier in the country. He has over 27 years experience repairing and tuning stringed instruments and is available to all musicians during this year's National Oldtime Fiddlers' Contest, which is taking place now through Saturday, June 25 in Weiser, Idaho.

Signal American

18 E. Idaho St.
Weiser, ID 83672
PH: (208) 549-1717
FAX: (208) 549-1718
 

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