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  • Above is a luggage cart used to haul passengers’ bags and other belongings back during the 1800s and early 1900s. It is taken out of storage for special occasions. Photo courtesy of Weiser Architectural Preservation Committee.
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    The old Eaton Train Depot will soon get a new roof, which has been needed for some time. Above is Ray Laan, left, and Kevin Jones. Photo courtesy of Weiser Architectural Preservation Committee
    Improvements are coming to the Weiser Train Depot
    04/24/2024 - 8:00pm
  • Several local nonprofits participating in Idaho Gives
    04/24/2024 - 8:00pm

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    Chandler retains chair position following decision
    04/24/2024 - 8:00pm
  • WMH Foundation launches 2024 scholarship campaign
    04/24/2024 - 8:00pm

  • ‘Oh my gosh, that’s me! Wow, I am shocked,’ exclaimed Lori Maddox after she was chosen as the winner of the first annual Weiser Elks Lodge Chili Cook-Off. She was chosen among nine contestants by three judges that included U.S. Navy Veteran Ken Edwards, Weiser Classic Candy owner Patrick Nauman, and Weiser Signal American editor Phil Janquart. Her name will be etched onto the big, white chili pot, which will be a revolving trophy to be displayed at the Elks Lodge. Above, Nauman presents Maddox with the trophy. Maddox said she used plenty of hamburger, green chilis, black beans, sautéed onions, salsa, jalapeno, and more beans. The result was a thick, flavorful chili that pleased the palate. Don’t forget that Friday night, April 26, is Neil Diamond Tribute Night at the Elks Lodge. Start time is 5:15 p.m. Photo by Philip A. Janquart
    Oh my gosh, that’s me ! ! !
    04/24/2024 - 8:00pm
  • Commissioners approve rezone of Midvale parcel
    04/17/2024 - 8:00pm

  • The Washington County Republican Central Committee voted to remove Kirk Chandler as its chairman during a meeting held April 9. Six of the 11 elected precinct persons were present, constituting a quorum, according to the WCRCC. Photo by Philip A. Janquart
    WCRCC votes to remove Kirk Chandler as chairman
    04/17/2024 - 8:00pm

  • Dr. Sarah Bolender, a St. Luke’s oncologist, plans to attend the 2024 Surviving Hearts fundraiser. Her husband, Kevin Carlson, above, checks out some of the items that were up for bid during last year’s event, which benefits cancer patients. Photo courtesy of Surviving Hearts
    Surviving Hearts to hold 9th annual fundraiser
    04/17/2024 - 8:00pm
  • Candidate forum set for Thurs. May 2
    04/17/2024 - 8:00pm

  • Winners of the annual Weiser Signal American Easter coloring contest are, from front left, Kelsey Mordhorst and, right, Kenneth Langdon. In back are siblings Julie Enders and Dave Coleman. Coleman is the owner of Pioneer Express, located at 698 Pioneer Road in Weiser. He has been donating bikes for the newspaper’s coloring contest winners for about 12 years. ‘I like seeing kids getting exercise rather than playing video games,’ he said. ‘Hopefully, they will utilize them. Plus, if they live close enough, they can ride down here during summertime.’ Kelsey, 10, and Kenneth, 7, were both shy and not overly talkative, but nonetheless expressed a great deal of excitement about winning the bikes. Photo by Philip A. Janquart
    And the Winners are . . .
    04/17/2024 - 8:00pm

  • Looking to get an out in the base path, Weiser’s Austin Ashley (8) moves towards the ball from third base while shortstop Jack Shirts (11) comes from the other side during last week’s game against Fruitland. Pitcher Kaleb Grove is in the foreground. Below, Ashley took over on the mound later in the game.
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    Grizzlies get past Wolverines 8-2
    04/10/2024 - 8:00pm

  • Weiser farmer Ray Laan bought his property off Indianhead Road about 15 years ago. For as many years, he and wife Karma have wanted to refurbish the barn that came with it. In September 2023, he finally decided it was time to pull the trigger. With the aid of contractors and various friends, he was able to lift the entire barn about four feet off the ground in order to pour a concrete foundation, which will ensure the once tipping structure won’t move. Above, Laan works on placing brand new cupolas, which he built by hand. Once finished, the new roofing shingles will be put in place. Photo by Philip A. Janquart
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    Ray Laan inspects the work already done on the barn he is rebuilding, noting that his resident barn owl keeps returning despite the activity and noise taking place over the last seven or so months. Photo by Philip A. Janquart
    Weiser farmer refurbishing 100-year-old barn
    04/10/2024 - 8:00pm

  • The annual Angel Wings spring Online Auction and Idaho Gives fundraiser kicks off soon. The package shown above is just one of many auction bid items that can be viewed online. Read the story to see the web address. Photo courtesy of Angel Wings.
    Angel Wings Network spring fundraiser kicks off April 22
    04/10/2024 - 8:00pm

  • Marg Chipman, left, poses for a photo with the 2024 Beta Sigma Phi First Lady. The sorority hosted its 46th annual celebration at the Bee Tree Folk School in Weiser on Sunday, April 7. Photo by Nancy Grindstaff
    First Lady Pat Hamilton honored at tea
    04/10/2024 - 8:00pm
  • Irrigation to be turned on April 15
    04/10/2024 - 8:00pm

News

04/24/2024 - 8:00pm
Candidate forum set for Thurs. May 2
A candidate forum for local and District 9 Legislative candidates is scheduled for May 2 at the Vendome Events Center, at 309 State St. in Weiser, beginning at 6:30 p.m.  Doors will open early for candidates to stage their campaign/marketing...
Weiser’s FFA attends Idaho State Leadership Conference
Election candidates have experience, local knowledge
Prizes awarded for coloring contest
Primary candidates have experience, local knowledge
Weiser Public Library to host World War II historical exhibit

Opinions

04/24/2024 - 8:00pm
Extremely sad concerning our political state
Dear Editor:  “The good sense of the people will always be found to be the best army; they may be led astray for a moment, but will soon correct themselves,” Thomas Jefferson (TJ)  After studying my Republican primary sample ballot, I was...
Actions speak louder than words
There are two sides to every story
Is levy too much of a burden for taxpayers? A different perspective
Show appreciation for the good acts people do to make life better
Is levy too much of a burden for taxpayers?

Sports


Weiser High School’s Madilyn Jones is pictured in the womens high jump at the Middleton Invitational on Friday, April 19. Both the Wolverines womens and mens teams placed second overall, with of 109 and 150, respectively. Photo by Nicole Miller
04/24/2024 - 8:00pm
Weiser’s track and field teams place second
The Weiser High School track teams competed in the SRV meet in Payette on Tuesday, April 16. Both the mens and womens teams took second place overall.   In the men’s division, McCall-Donnelly took first place with a score of 194. Weiser took...
Weiser’s girls place first, boys third in SRV match
Wolverines serve up a pair of shutouts in three match week
WHS golf team fundraiser
Lady Wolverines score big in two conference wins
Weiser defeats Parma, hands Fruitland a win

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