HomeMy Public PortalAboutMcCall, Idaho: Businesses III - 1998-2016Valley Rental opens doors
The large cedar and green barn -
like building just south of McCall is
home to Valley Rental & Sales, which
opened its doors today on Idaho 55
between Franklin Building Supply and
Lake Fork.
The family -owned and operated
business grew from an accumulation
of equipment, a desire to operate a
family business and the opportunity
to move to McCall. Valley Rental
hopes to hire a couple of employees
within the next few months, the own-
ers said.
Store manager Keith Hamby said
he wants to offer employment for
family and local folks as well as an-
other rental option for the commu-
nity.
"Our big push is to hit the ground
running come spring. We sell and rent
snowthrowers now, but we'll switch
over to lawn and garden equipment
closer to May," Hamby said.
In addition to tools and equipment
for home owners, Valley Rental also
rents heavy equipment and tools for
contractors and plans to rent wedding
and party supplies.
Keith and Diana Hamby are new to
McCall and operate the business in
partnership with Diana's brother, Don
Baldwin of Boise. The Hamby's
moved from Troy, Idaho, just outside
of Moscow, where Keith worked as a
sales manager and customer service
representative for Northwest River
Supplies.
"Probably the most important thing
I learned from my years with North-
west River Supplies was the impor-
tance of excellent customer service. I
want to bring that same philosophy of
service to Valley Rental," Hamby,said.
Valley Rental & Sales is planning
a grand opening in the spring. The
address is 13924 Highway 55 and the
phone number is 634-4446.
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Richard and Katherine Coonts inside The Apple Blossom Country Store.
The Apple Blossom offers
unique antique furniture
An antique store specializing in
American, painted, country furniture
has opened its doors in McCall.
The Apple Blossom Country Store
is located at 301 Lenora Street next to
McCall Drug.
Store hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday through Monday.
Owners Katherine and Richard
Coonts moved to McCall from Boise
and opened the showroom after spend-
ing 15 years touring antique shows in
the Northwest.
They specialize in selling "usable"
antiques. "We try to find things your
grandfather would have made, rather
than selling factory -made antiques,"
Richard Coonts said.
The Apple Blossom Country Store
features a variety of antique pine fur-
niture and unique hand -made items
such as beeswax candles.
During the week, when the show-
room is closed, the couple restores,
refinishes and paints furniture. They
also custom -build country furniture
and offer appraisals and estate sales.
Katherine Coonts also offers an in -
home decorating consultant business,
giving homeowners tips on how to
decorate individual rooms.
Private appointments in the McCall
showroom and in private homes are
available. Ca11 634-1320.
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Les Schwab site
gets approval
A Les Schwab Tire Center is
expected to open in McCall this fall
after developers received approval
last Thursday night from the
McCall City Council.
' The 6,500 square -foot store will
be built in the Payette Lakes Com-
mercial Center, located off
Deinhard Lane east of
Lumbermen's Building Center.
The project got the go-ahead
when council members approved
an application by Brown's Indus-
tries, which owns Payette Lakes
Commercial Center, to combine
three lots to make room for the
store.
The five -bay store will be oper-
ated by Kevin Rountree, a
Homedale resident who previously
operated a Les Schwab store in
Homedale. He decided to open a
store in McCall because he saw a
market for the service and because
of "my desire to get back into the
mountains."
The building will be owned by
Citation Financial Partners of
Hailey.
Les Schwab Tire Centers has its
name. on about 300 stores in five
western states. The company has
its headquarters in Prineville, Ore.
Two barbers, no waiting
Tom McReynolds, owner of Tom's Barbershop,
gets new barber Al Germer trimmed up and ready
for work. Germer went to work at the shop last week
after moving from Lewiston. Germer has been a
barber for the last 10 years in Lewiston and Spo-
Star-News Photo by Roger Phillips
kane. The shop's new expanded hours are 8 a.m. to 6
p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and 8 a.m to 4 p.m.
Saturdays. The shop is located in The Yacht Club
building in downtown McCall. Walk-ins are welcome
with no appointments necessary. Call 634-3606.
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Find quality clothes at Blue Moon
Susan Dalton stands with a friend outside the Blue
Moon 2nd Hand & Consignment store in McCall.
The new business features "fun, fine, and affordable
clothing for men and women," said Dalton, the
store's owner. "We have a lot of cute stuff." Custom-
ers may bring in clothing to consign at Blue Moon.
Dalton is especially interested in summer items,
Star -News Photo by Corey Wick
dresses, shorts and things you can take to the beach.
Soon Dalton will put up a canvas gazebo to display
furniture. Dalton has lived in McCall for nine years and
also paints watercolor paintings. Blue Moon is located
on 611 North 3rd Street in McCall, behind Eagles
Carpet and Floor. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Tuesdays through Saturdays. Call 634-1830.
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Decorating
Solutions
has ideas
Decorating Den in McCall is now
Decorating Solutions, but nothing
has changed in the way owner
Linda Comstock delivers profes-
sional advice for interior
decorating.
Comstock has switched from the
being a franchisee for the Decorat-
ing Den company to become her
own independent dealer of high -
quality, affordable decorations.
In business since 1992, her trav-
eling van is still stocked with
thousands of samples to help cus-
tomers select ideal fabrics, wall
coverings, window treatments,
floor coverings, and furniture that
are within their budget.
Services include custom win-
dow treatments, drapery, bed
coverings and pillows, Waverly
home fashions, lace curtains, and
a large selection of decorator and
upholstery fabrics.
Decorating Solutions also has a
large selection of blinds, shades
and verticals, as well as a variety
of wallpaper books and a full line of
major -brand carpet and floor cov-
erings.
Professional installers put in the
improvements, and Comstock
stands behind all products and
workmanship, all for no design or
consultation fee.
"No job is too big or too small,"
she said. "I am happy to help with
one window or the entire house, all
the comfort of your home."
For an appointment, call
Comstock at Decorating Solutions,
634-7020.
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Dennis De Laet and a couple of his friends hang out at Granite Mountain Nature Gallery.
Gallery features the exotic
Although it's a gallery, there's
much more than art at Granite
Mountain Nature Gallery.
"I didn't want it known as just a
rock shop, that's why I went with
the nature gallery aspect," owner
Dennis De Laet said.
After 11 years of working the
gem and mineral show circuit sell-
ing his wares across the West, De
Laet decided to set roots at the
McCall Mall at 317 E. Lake St.
His shop features exotic items
from around the world, including
fossils, minerals, wood and stone
carvings, mounted insects, butter-
flies and books. The eclectic mix
comes from around the world. "We
have things from every corner of
the earth except Antarctica," he
said.
De Laet, a New Meadows resi-
dent since 1984, formerly worked
for Morrison Knudsen of Boise as a
geologist who happened to have a
master's of business administra-
tion degree. The seemingly odd mix
helped put him in his current busi-
ness.
"Initially, this business was
started to pay for my collecting
hobby," he said. "But the business
overtook the hobby."
And De Laet sometimes likes to
downplay the business aspect. He
invites parents to bring their chil-
dren to look at the minerals and
fossils, most of which are in their
natural form, and learn something
about them.
"This is like a museum," he ex-
plained. "I want people to know
things about this stuff."
If people decide to buy, that's
fine too. Anyone can walk away
with one of his natural treasures,
which are priced anywhere from
25 cents for small minerals or fos-
sils to $1,500 for rare dinosaur eggs
from China.
The gallery's hours are 10 a.m.
to 8 p.m. every day. Call 634-1111.
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Shaver's
to close
Boise store
this month
By Tracy Loew
The Idaho Statesman
Boise has lost yet another in-
dependent grocery store.
Donnelly -based Shaver's Inc.
will close its Bogus Basin Road
store at the end of this month,
company President Dennis
Shaver said Tuesday.
"We've been in business here 9
years and have tried a lot of new
and innovative things," Shaver
said, "but we've never achieved a
satisfactory return on invest-
ment."
Shaver told his 45 Boise employ-
ees about the closure Tuesday
night. He'll give those who want to
move preference for jobs at the
company's other grocery stores in
McCall, New Meadows and Coun-
cil. None of those stores currently
has an opening, though, Shaver
said.
Job Service representatives will
meet with the workers today to
help them find other employment
or explore retraining programs.
Competitor Albertson's Inc.
owns the 42,000-square-foot build-
ing, as well as the adjacent 4-acre
parking lot. But Shaver said rent-
ing from the Boise -based grocery
giant didn't play a role in his deci-
sion to close the store.
"They've been very helpful to
us, as a landlord," Shaver said.
Albertson's spokeswoman Jen-
ny Enochson said the company is
seeking a new tenant for the build-
ing.
Boise is known as a tough mar-
ket for independent grocers. In ad-
dition to being Albertson's home
turf, it's the headquarters of low -
price competitor Waremart Inc.,
which operates two stores in the
city. Fred Meyer Inc. of Portland
also is a major player here.
Jerome -based Ridley's Food
Corp. closed its last Boise store in
October, citing the intense compe-
tition.
But Shaver was reluctant to pin
his store's failure on competitors.
"We've just not succeeded in
this marketplace," he said.
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Earth Search
McCall -based Earth
Search Sciences has entered
into a merger agreement
with Space Technology De-
velopment Corp. of Alexan-
dria, Va.
The agreement calls for
Earth Search to acquire all of
the outstanding shares of
STDC in exchange for four
million shares of Earth
Search and an option to pur-
chase another four million
shares at exercise prices up
to $5 after satisfying certain
conditions.
STDC is a privately held
company that provides serv-
ices to the U.S. government.
Earth Search is a provider of
hyperspectral imaging serv-
ices and delivers proprietary
data to clients engaged in
mineral and hydrocarbon
exploration, environmental
assessment and other ven-
tures requiring highly accu-
rate information from the
surface of the Earth.
For more information on
the company, go to
www.earthsearch.com.
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Earth Search Sciences Inc. employees monitor the company's
hyperspectral imaging machines during a recent flight.
Rwanda mission members
triumph over obstacles
By John Tucker
The Idaho Statesman
McCall-based Earth Search
Sciences Inc.'s mission to map
Rwanda for the Dian Fossey
Gorilla Fund almost failed.
When the team from Earth
Search reached Rwanda in ear-
ly August, they found there was-
n't a plane anywhere in Africa
that had a hole in its belly large
enough to accommodate the
company's imaging equipment.
The equipment needs to pro-
trude through a hole at least 19
inches in diameter.
` °We finally found a plane in
Australia and thought we were
set," Earth Search Chairman
Larry Vance said.
But the mission soon hit an-
other snag when the govern-
ment of India would not let the
plane fly through its air space
because of that country's ongo-
ing conflict with Pakistan.
"The Indian government did-
n't want any negative publicity
should anything happen to the
team from National Geograph-
ic," Vance said.
The plane was grounded in
Bangkok for a week until the
Idaho Department of Com-
merce and Sen. Mike Crapo's
office intervened and got the In-
dian government to let the plane
fly through, Vance said.
The delay held up the crew
until the rainy season in Rwan-
da was about to start, which
would have meant scrapping
the project.
"And there was also the
earthquake in Turkey," Vance
said. "It was a logistical night-
mare."
Once in Rwanda, the crew
had to work quickly, fearing an
uprising by militia groups at any
moment.
"There's no question, the area
is still very tense," said Lori But-
terfield, the producer for Na-
tional Geographic Television in
charge of the project.
"Everywhere we went, we
had a large contingent of 15 to
20 armed military personnel
from the government with us,"
she said.
Once the Earth Search plane
was flying, everything came off
without a hitch, Vance said.
"I felt really safe when we
were airborne," Butterfield said.
The mapping mission also al-
lowed National Geographic to
attach cameras tothe wings and
belly of the aircraft
"We came back with some of
the most beautiful footage
you've ever seen, footage we
couldn't have gotten if not for
the mapping mission," she said.
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d i r e c t o r o f t h e D i a n F o s s e y G o -
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t r a l i m a g i n g t e c h n o l o g y f i r s t d e -
v e l o p e d b y N A S A t o i d e n t i f y
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t a i n t y p e s o f v e g e t a t i o n .
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t a t i o n a n d m i n e r a l s o n t h e
g r o u n d , t h e i m a g i n g p r o b e
n o t e s t h e v a r i a t i o n s i n c o l o r .
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s i g n a s p e c i f i c c o l o r t o a c e r t a i n
t y p e o f v e g e t a t i o n , " E a r t h
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s a i d .
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p o r t . "
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a m o u n t o f w h e a t p l a n t e d i n t h e a r e a .
" T h e r e i s a r e a l f e a r t h a t f a r m e r s a r e
g r o w i n g w h e a t i l l e g a l l y w i t h i n p a r k
b o u n d a r i e s , e n c r o a c h i n g o n t h e h a b i -
t a t o f t h e g o r i l l a s , " B u t t e r f i e l d s a i d .
A f t e r e n d u r i n g s e t b a c k s i n g e t t i n g
e q u i p m e n t t o R w a n d a , E a r t h S e a r c h
e m p l o y e e s b e g a n m a p p i n g t h e a r e a i n
t h e l a s t w e e k o f A u g u s t .
" W e f l e w 3 0 c o r r e s p o n d i n g f l i g h t -
l i n e s a c r o s s t h e p a r k , " s a i d V a n c e ,
" s o m e i n t o t h e C o n g o , w h i c h w a s d a n -
g e r o u s . "
E a r t h S e a r c h i s p r o c e s s i n g t h e i m -
a g e s t o e x a m i n e t h e i m p a c t s o f t h e
w a r .
" W e c a n t h e n c o m p a r e t h e i m a g e s
w i t h o u r p r e v i o u s i m a g e r y t o g e t a
c l e a r e r p i c t u r e o f w h a t ' s c h a n g e d , "
B u t t e r f i e l d s a i d .
W h e t h e r t h e w o r k d o n e b y E a r t h
S e a r c h w i l l r e v e a l w h a t t h e D i a n F o s -
s e y G o r i l l a F u n d a n d N a t i o n a l G e o -
g r a p h i c w a n t s t o k n o w o r n o t , t h e s c i -
e n t i s t s a r e c o n v i n c e d t h e t e c h n o l o g y
h a s e n o r m o u s p o t e n t i a l .
" D e v e l o p i n g c o u n t r i e s i n p a r t i c u l a r
c a n b e n e f i t e n o r m o u s l y f r o m t h i s
t e c h n o l o g y , t h e r e ' s n o q u e s t i o n a b o u t
i t , " S t e k l i s s a i d .
" T h e R w a n d a g o v e r n m e n t r e c o g -
n i z e d t h a t w h e n t h e y a l l o w e d E a r t h
S e a r c h t o b e o n e o f t h e f a s t o n e s i n a f -
t e r t h e w a r .
" W e ' v e b e e n w a n t i n g t o u s e E a r t h
S e a r c h ' s t e c h n o l o g y f o r s o m e t i m e b u t
c o u l d n ' t f i g u r e o u t a w a y t o a f f o r d i t , "
h e s a i d .
T h e m i s s i o n w a s f u n d e d b y E a r t h
S e a r c h , t h e B o e i n g C o . a n d N a t i o n a l
G e o g r a p h i c .
T h e q u e s t i o n n o w i s w h e n E a r t h
S e a r c h w i l l s e e p r o f i t s f r o m i t s m a p -
p i n g m i s s i o n s .
T h e c o m p a n y s p e n t $ 7 . 5 m i l l i o n d e -
v e l o p i n g t h e t e c h n o l o g y a n d n o w
o w n s t w o o f t h e i m a g i n g p r o b e s a n d a
s i x - p a s s e n g e r a i r p l a n e , b a s e d i n M c -
" T h e r e i s a r e a l f e a r
t h a t f a r m e r s a r e
g r o w i n g w h e a t
i l l e g a l l y w i t h i n p a r k
b o u n d a r i e s ,
e n c r o a c h i n g o n t h e
h a b i t a t o f t h e
g o r i l l a s 1 9
L O R I B U T I M M E L D
p r o d u c e r , N a t i o n a l G e o g r a p h i c
C a l l , f o r f l i g h t s i n t h e U n i t e d S t a t e s .
I t h a s y e t t o t u r n a p r o f i t , c h o o s i n g
i n s t e a d t o p u m p i t s r e v e n u e s b a c k i n t o
t h e c o m p a n y .
S i n c e a n i n i t i a l p u b l i c o f f e r i n g o f
s t o c k i n e a r l y 1 9 9 7 , t h e c o m p a n y ' s
s t o c k p r i c e h a s d r o p p e d f r o m a b o u t 4 0
c e n t s a s h a r e t o a r o u n d 1 4 c e n t s a
s h a r e l a s t w e e k .
S t e k l i s , B u t t e r f i e l d a n d t h e o t h e r s
w h o t o o k p a r t i n t h e s t u d y w i l l b e i n
M c C a l l n e x t w e e k w h e n t h e N a t i o n a l
G e o g r a p h i c f i l m i n g t a k e s p l a c e .
T h e t e l e v i s i o n p r o g r a m w i l l b r i n g
E a r t h S e a r c h i n t e r n a t i o n a l a t t e n t i o n ,
B u t t e r f i e l d s a i d .
" B e i n g c o n n e c t e d w i t h u s s p e a k s
w e l l o f E a r t h S e a r c h , " s h e s a i d .
E a r t h S e a r c h w i l l b e f e a t u r e d i n a
s e g m e n t o f t h e p r o g r a m t h a t l o o k s a t
w a y s t e c h n o l o g y c a n s h e d l i g h t o n e n -
v i r o n m e n t a l p r o b l e m s a r o u n d t h e
w o r l d .
T h e s e g m e n t w i l l b e a p a r t o f N a -
t i o n a l G e o g r a p h i c ' s " E x p l o r e r " s e r i e s
a n d w i l l b e s h o w n s o m e t i m e i n D e -
c e m b e r o n C N B C .
" W e ' r e l o o k i n g f o r w a r d i n t o t h e
2 1 s t c e n t u r y , " B u t t e r f i e l d s a i d .
" W e h a d k n o w n a b o u t E a r t h
S e a r c h f o r s o m e t i m e , a n d t h o u g h t
t h e w o r k w i t h t h e D i a n F o s s e y G o r i l -
l a F u n d w o u l d b e a p h e n o m e n a l w a y
t o s h o w c a s e t h e c o m p a n y ' s t e c h n o l o -
g y .
Sacagawea, coin makes colorful debut
Wal Mart snags
distribution rights
to new dollar coin
By Libby Quaid
The Associated Press
WASHINGTON — Mindful of the
debacle with the Susan B. Anthony
coin, the U.S. Mint is aggressively
marketing the new Sacagawea coin
by placing it in Wal-Mart cash regis-
ters and boxes of Cheerios.
"We've achieved a huge objective in
the fast week, something the Susan B.
Anthony dollar never had the chance
to achieve." said Philip Diehl, director
of the U.S. Mint.
The Anthony coin, often mistaken
for a quarter because of its similar
size and ridged edge, was a flop, and
the government was stuck with near-
ly two-thirds of the 857 million coins
produced between 1979 and 1981.
Supplies eventually ran out and the
Mint produced a final 1999 encore
run.
The silver- colored coin bore the
likeness of suffragette Susan B. An-
thony. The new dollar coin, with an
image of the Shoshone Indian
woman who helped the Lewis and
Clark expedition explore the West,
has a gold - colored surface and a
smooth edge.
The Mint is shipping $100 million
worth to Wal-Mart and the same
amount to Federal Reserve banks,
which in turn will distribute them to
private banks. Diehl said the Mint
plans to produce as many as 1 billion
coins this year.
Since last Thursday, cashiers at
Wal-Mart and Sam's Club store
checkouts have been making change
with the Sacagawea coin instead of
dollar bills. And thousands of Chee-
rios boxes will include coins or certifi-
cates for coins.
"Through the end of February, we
will be the exclusive holder," said Lau-
ra Pope, spokeswoman for Wal -Mart
Stores Inc., the world's largest retailer.
"We're giving it back automatically to
customers unless you request dollar
bills."
People also may order the coins via
the Internet at www.usmint.gov.
The special deal with Wal -Mart is
vexing to some Main Street retailers,
who cannot get the coins. Jim
Seigfreid, owner of Jim's IGA in Mar-
shall, Mo., said customers started ask-
ing for the coins last Friday, but local
bank officials told him they didn't
have coins to distribute.
"When the government offers
something like this to private industry
over others, especially an industry as
big as Wal-Mart, they ought to offer it
to small businesses who are trying to
compete," said Seigfreid, also a Mis-
souri state legislator.
"Wal-Mart is a fine organization,
but there are also many, many small
businesses that would like to partici-
pate in this," Rep. Ike Skelton, D-Mo.,
said in an interview. "The backbone of
the American economy is the small
business community."
May Hardware to move to new location
Store to combine
services in space
to be vacated by
Home Town Sports
May Hardware, one of the old-
est businesses in McCall, will move
to a new location in downtown
McCall next spring, co -owner Bob
Hill said on Tuesday.
The owners of May Hardware
have purchased the building on
North Third Street currently hous-
ing Home Town Sports and will
move the current hardware store
now located on East Lake Street in
the spring, Hill said.
Meanwhile, Home Town Sports
has purchased the former Udell
Law Offices building on Lenora
Street next to Veterans Memorial
Park and will relocate to its new
home in the spring as well, co-
owner Dean Hovdey said.
May Hardware has been located
in the same two - level, 7,000 square
foot building fronting on Payette
Lake since Roy May co- founded the
business in 1934. The building was
remodeled in 1999, and the facade
converted to a western motif.
The new location contains 8,200
square feet on one level, allowing
for full display of items now kept in
the basement of the current store,
said Hill, who has owned May Hard-
ware since 1980 with his wife,
Kathy Deinhardt Hill, and Rick and
Debbie Fereday.
"We've talked about moving for
a long time, but we kept talking
ourselves out of it and decided to
stay put for a while," Hill said of
the reasoning behind the 1999 re-
modeling.
But a recent offer to sell from
Don Baldwin of Boise, the previ-
ous ownerofthe Home Town Sports
building, made the May Hardware
partners reconsider, he said.
Terms were not disclosed.
"We feel the store can do much
better in a different location," Hill
said. "It doesn't need to be on the
lake, and we need more room to
grow with the town."
A warehouse area and storage
units come with the sale, allowing
May Glass to relocate from its cur-
rent location on Mission Street and
allowing a better location for the
Builder's Showroom, a one -stop
shopping station for builders need-
ing high -end windows, door hard-
ware and window coverings, Hill
said.
Other in -store features will be
the Platinum Paint Store for cus-
tom mixing of paints, and the
Weber Grill Zone for display of
barbecues.
The Hills and Feredays will con-
tinue to own the building next to
May Hardware that now houses
McCall Real Estate Co., and have
agreed to lease the entire building
to the real estate firm, Hill said.
The partners also retain owner-
ship of May Marina, a 78 -slip
marina located on Payette Lake
directly behind the current store.
The partners recently sold a 1.6
acre parcel on North Third Street
next to the former location of
Ridley's Variety Store to Rich
Hormeachea of Boise, who also
owns the former Ridley's store, Hill
said.
The Hills and Feredays owned
the parcel for eight years in antici-
pation of building a new May
Hardware store there.
Home Town Sports owners Dean
and Patty Hovdey will begin re-
modeling the former Udell Law
Offices building later this month
with plans to move by next spring,
Hovdey said.
Operation of the current store
will continue normally this win-
ter, said Hovdey, who began the
business with his wife in 1979. The
business had operated on West
Lake Street across from what is
now the Whitetail Club lodge until
June 2001, when the owners of
Whitetail purchased the building.
The Hovdeys had planned to
lease retail space next to the Mc-
Call Ice Rink and Event Center now
under construction in downtown
McCall, but that idea was put on
hold when the retail center was
postponed by the ice rink's own -
ers, he said.
"Our lease was through the end
of June (2003), and we knew we
wanted to stay downtown," Hovdey
said. "It is an important location
for us."
The Hovdeys purchased the
building, which has been vacant
for nine years, from Richard and
Paige Udell of Bigfork, Mont.
Terms were not disclosed.
The main floor of the new build-
ing, which covers about 4,000
square feet, will be used for retail
sales while the upper floor will be
used for offices and storage.
The new Home Town Sports will
meet the city of McCall's require-
ments for parking by using current
parking spaces around the build-
ing and leasing spaces from the
adjacent U.S. Bank office, he said.
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E l a i n e a n d M i c h a e l R o m a n o d e c i d e d t o l e a v e t h e h e c t i c c o r p o r a t e w o r l d i n B o i s e f o r t h e s o l i t u d e a n d b e a u t y o f
P a y e t t e L a k e i n M c C a l l a b o u t f i v e y e a r s a g o .
McCall pair finds
niche with books for
kids, golf lovers
By Melissa Chee
The Idaho Statesman
Living in McCall with a gorgeous
view of Payette Lake wasn't enough
to keep Elaine and Michael Romano
occupied.
In fact, it just inspired Elaine, a
long -time writer, and her husband to
self - publish her books.
"I look out when it's winter and the
lake is frozen solid — it's all gray and
white," said author Elaine Ambrose
Romano. "It's the best of both worlds
to be able to sit up here and write and
now be able to sell it."
The couple got into self- publish-
ing when Elaine, who has been writ-
ing short stories since her childhood
days on a potato farm in southern
Idaho, thought of a book idea while
cross - country skiing. She asked her
husband, Michael Romano, to find
out about agents and publishers. Af-
ter some research, Michael proposed
a different idea: self- publishing. "Why
don't we do it ourselves ?" he said.
"We had no idea how to start a
publishing company," Michael added.
"We bought books on the subject and
hit the ground running."
After three months, they published
their first children's book, "Gators &
Taters: A Week of Bedtime Stories,"
and created Mill Park Publishing.
Now, a year and a half later, they have
published three more books: a col-
oring book, a children's book in Span-
ish and English and a humorous book
on a woman's adventures learning
and playing golf.
Each of the books has found a key
audience, Elaine Romano said.
"Gators & Taters" was picked up
Darin Oswald / The Idaho Statesman
The Romanos have become their
own book publishers, producingfour
books in the past 18 months, with
two more in the works.
by the state for a summer reading
program and was selected for the
summer reading list by the Log Cab-
in Literary Center in Boise. "The Red
Tease: A Woman's Adventure in
Golf' was introduced at the spring
conference of the Executive Women's
Golf Association and is sold at golf
courses around Idaho. A credit union
purchased several hundred copies of
"The Idaho Color, Fun & Fact Book'
to give to children whose families
open up an account. "The Magic
Potato — La Papa MAgica" sold over
100 copies to the Idaho Commission
on Hispanic Affairs and the Idaho
State Department of Education.
"You have to find niches that need
to be filled," Michael Romano said.
Currently, the books are sold at
various independent book stores, gift
shops and online at Mill Park Pub-
lishing and Amazon com. The books
are available at Taters at 249 S. 8th
Street in Boise.
Elaine Romano is the creative one,
while her husband, Michael Romano,
is the technical one. "We're kind of
like the ying and yang," said Michael
Romano. "I couldn't have done it
without her — she couldn't have done
it without me."
More and more people — like the
Romanos — are taking advantage of
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the option to self - publish.
Self- publishing has grown about
40 percent in the past five years, said
Marilyn Ross, consultant and former
executive director of Small Publish-
ers Association of North America.
"Book authors are realizing that if
they are expected to do the majori-
ty of publicity and promotion, why
should they settle for a paltry 10 per-
cent royalty," Ross said.
often authors with a trade pub-
lisher only get 7 to 10 percent of the
net, which is based on the price to
book dealers. The amount that self -
publishers make varies greatly, but
with hard work they can be success-
ful, Ross said. Self- publishers also
keep 100 percent of the profits.
However, self - publishing is not for
those without time and capital. Even
though Mill Park Publishing has sold
over 3,000 books, their business
hasn't broken even yet.
"We hope to break even by the end
of the year," said Michael Romano.
"And next year actually get black ink."
Self - publishers have to pay fees for
editing, cover design, interior de-
sign/typesetting, printing and freight.
According to Ross, self - publishers
can expect to spend between $6,000
and $20,000 to produce 3,000 copies
of a book But Elaine and Michael Ro-
mano are not discouraged. She ad-
vised others considering self -pub-
lishing "to just do it."
"Be ready to work hard, wear a lot
of hats, learn a lot and just persevere,"
Michael Romano said. "Don't give up
and don't take no for an answer."
Free business consulting
again available in McCall
The Idaho Small Business De-
velopment Center and the Idaho n
Department of Commerce and
Labor have reopened an office
in McCall to offer assistance to a
small businesses in Valley, Gem;
and Adams counties.
Representative Allen Quimby
will again be available by appoint-
ment to assist start -ups, business
owners and entrepreneurs with
their business needs. To make A4
an appointment, call Quimby at l�
634 -2883.
The Idaho SBDC has been
providing no -cost consulting to -Z
the small businesses of Idaho for h
21 years. The center has full -time
offices in Post Falls, Lewiston,
Boise, Twin Falls, Pocatello and
Idaho Falls as well as the part -
time office in McCall.
The center is a university -
based organization offering a
wealth of free and low -cost in-
formation designed to educate
and support Idaho small business
owners and managers, inventors
and potential entrepreneurs.
The service is free and open
to anyone.
The center is partially funded
by the U.S. Small Business
Administration. It operates in
partnership with the SBA, Boise
State University and other fund-
ing sources. c
THIRD GENERATION AT
KRAHN'S - At top, Krahn's
Home Furnishings in McCall has
welcomed the addition of Bob
Krahn, left, as the first third -
generation member of the Krahn
family to join the store. Krahn
recently graduated from the Uni-
versity of Idaho. From left are his
parents, Nancy and Dan Krahn,
and his grandparents, Marliyn
and Gaylord Krahn. At right is
a photo from the late 1930s of
Goodman's Cafe, one of several
businesses to occupy the down-
town McCall building before the
Krahns opened the furniture
store in 1973.
Photos courtesy Krahn Family
McCall man working with scientists
ohn Milliner gets to spend Bill
Gates' money to create an in-
secticide that will prevent a
eadly disease.
The McCall resident was
asked to join a committee ofpro-
fessionals that searches the
world for a tool to fight malaria,
backed by the financing of the
Bill and Melinda Gates Founda-
tion.
The 15- member group meets
several times a year in Liverpool.
The elite scientists study, analyze
and then discuss ideas for stop-
ping the spread of malaria. Their
ideas come from all over the
world.
Milliner's expertise is market-
ing and distribution — getting
the product to remote countries
and then to its residents.
"Somebody, someday is going
' to come up with something that
will work," Milliner said. "Our
job is really important toward
world health."
About 300 million people in
the world are sick with malaria, a
disease carried from person to
person by mosquitoes.
About 1.2 million die every
year from malaria, and most are
children and pregnant women in
Africa. Behind malnutrition,
malaria is one of the top killers
worldwide of children under the
age of 5.
"It's so frustrating because
malaria is preventable," Milliner
said. "But the poverty in these
jungle -area places is so extreme,
it's very difficult to help them."
One form of prevention is
sleeping under a bed net, which
stops mosquito attacks, but vil-
lagers use the nets for fishing in-
to fight malaria
stead.
"You can't blame them be-
cause they have absolutely
nothing," Milliner said.
Milliner's group — the Ex-
ternal Scientific Advisory
Committee — is made up of ex-
perts from Europe, Africa, Asia
and America. Most have suf-
fered from malaria and all have
lived in Africa at some point in
their lives.
The experts study ideas giv-
en to them and rank them
based on strengths and value
for the money. The projects
that should receive immediate
funding, in their opinion, are
vetted through the Gates Foun-
dation.
"If it's worth it, he'll start
writing checks," Milliner said.
"Bill has always been passion-
ate about finding cures for in-
fectious diseases."
Few companies or charities
have the same philosophy as
the Gates Foundation. Most re-
search money is spent on dis-
eases that affect Americans,
such as cancer and diabetes.
Malaria largely goes over-
looked.
American companies will
send their ideas to Milliner's
committee because they don't
want to invest in that kind of re-
search
The committee and the
foundation have focused atten-
tion on killing the mosquito in-
stead of developing a vaccine,
which is five to 10 years away,
Milliner said.
The female mosquito feeds on
humans and needs a blood meal
to lay eggs. After she bites, she
Special to The Idaho Statesman
Idaho native John Milliner, right, has traveled the world in search of a way to
control the spread of malaria, which kills millions in remote locations of
Africa and Indonesia. His work is financed by the Bill and Melinda Gates
Foundation.
rests on the nearest surface for
several hours. Mosquitoes typi-
cally feed at dusk and rest
overnight on the inside wall of a
home. The mosquito leaves in
the morning to lay eggs. The
committee is developing ideas
for spraying the walls to kill mos-
quitoes as they rest, before they
can bite again and spread the dis-
ease.
Milliner, a Boise High gradu-
ate who has a master's degree in
agricultural economics from the
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To find out more about John
Milliner's work with the External`
Scientific Advisory Committee
and its efforts to control malaria,
contact Milliner atjem @milliner
globalassociates.com. His com-
pany's Web site is www.milliner-
globalassociates.com
University of Idaho, has traveled
the world through the military
and his 26 -year career with FMC
Corporation. He lived in Brazil
when his two children were
young and has spent significant
time in places such as Southeast
Asia, Latin America, Africa and
Europe.
"I was always traveling — it
used to be great," Milliner said.
"I used to travel to make money
for a company. Now, my travels
to remote areas are for the pur-
pose to save lives. It's a wonder-
ful way to have a second career."
Milliner's work for the Gates
Foundation is largely volunteer,
though the foundation pays for
expenses.
Milliner recently launched his
own international consulting
company called Milliner Global
Associates, which he operates
from McCall. He helps
successful United States busi-
nesses expand overseas. He usu-
ally works with agricultural and
health care businesses.
"We had the opportunity to go
anywhere in the world and de-
cided to come back here,"
Milliner said. "There's no place
better."
Star -News Photo by Tom Grote
Members of the Alpine Village development team look on as a backhoe turns over the first shovel of dirt.
Ground broken on first phase
of Alpine Village condo project
Downtown project will
include retail, office,
restaurant space
Groundbreaking ceremonies
took place on Monday for Alpine
Village, a mixed use project in
downtown McCall.
Phase One construction is
now underway on the former site
of Ridley's Market on Idaho 55
between Washington Street and
Railroad Avenue.
With utilities and site prepara-
tion work now completed, Alpine
Village Company has begun the
first phase of building construc-
tion.
This includes the site's initial
building, the central plaza, park-
ing and associated landscaping.
The project's alpine -style
buildings have been designed
with McCall's mountain location
and historic western architecture
as a guide.
The completion and occu-
pancy date is estimated for the
winter of 2008 -09.
Phase One consists of 25 of the
project's 100 -plus residential con-
dominiums. One -to -four bedroom
residences on the second, third
andfourth floors willfeature lake,
plaza and mountain views.
The units range from 900 to
2,800 square feet and are priced
from $300,000.
Residences will feature gran-
ite countertops, stainless steel
appliances, fireplaces, private
balconies and a selection of inte-
rior finish packages with a menu
of upgrade options.
Condominium owners will
also have separate storage fa-
cilities.
Future amenities include cov-
ered and underground parking,
indoor /outdoor swimming pool,
exercise facilities, steam room
and sauna, garden courtyard, and
a clubhouse lounge.
In addition, there will be
owner services staff as well as
an optional rental management
program.
This initial phase of Alpine
Village also includes the comple-
tion of about 17,000 square feet
of retail, restaurant and office
space.
Subsequent phases will in-
crease the commercial space to
more than 36,000 square feet.
The developer, Alpine Village
Company, is a locally owned
enterprise of the Hormaechea
family, long -time Idaho natives
and residents of Boise and
McCall.
The family's past real estate
projects include the Forest
River office complex in Boise,
Brookwood planned residential
community in Eagle, and The
Cottages at Spring Mountain
Ranch in McCall.
"From the start, we have de-
veloped Alpine Village with the
needs of the McCall community
in mind," project director Mi-
chael Hormaechea said.
"With good land planning,
sustainable construction meth-
ods and attractive architecture
our `smart growth' approach is
a great fit for the city," Hormae-
chea said.
"Smart growth" helps re-
store vitality to city centers by
promoting pedestrian - friendly,
mixed -use projects along exist-
ing transportation corridors,
he said.
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Expanded Christmas House now
caters to all major holiday seasons
The Christmas House has re-
opened with an expanded variety
of home decor.
The shop is now located at
the rear of The Pancake House
on Third Street in McCall and
is open from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m.
weekdays and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
weekends.
There is separate, outside ac-
cess into the Christmas House,
so customers can plan to go
even if the restaurant and the
adjacent Roastere coffee house
are closed.
All facilities are under one
roof, and there is an entrance
from the restaurant into the
Christmas House too. The shop
has access for the handicapped.
The Christmas House closed
five months ago for renovation
that added anew wing on the east
end of the lodge -like building.
Roomier surroundings have
allowed owners Bonnie Bertram
and her daughters Cori Rice and
Stephanie Sheppard to expand
their line of home decor.
The previous store space now
occupied by the Roastere was
900 square feet, while the new
space is double that at about 1,800
square feet.
Customers can expect to find
differences in selection and
services that will enhance shop-
ping. Non - holiday decorative
items will be for sale in addition
to traditional Easter, Halloween,
Fourth of July and Christmas
goods. And an expanded selection
of advertising -theme antiques
collected by Karlene Neble will
be for sale.
Restaurant patrons wishing
to browse the shop or leave the
establishment while waiting for
Star -News Photo by Lucia Knudson
Co -owner Cori Rice adds a finishing touch to the Halloween tree at the
new, expanded Christmas House.
a table will be provided pagers
good for up to a mile away to
summon them when a table is
ready.
Roastere gift baskets will be
coordinated items from the shop,
and come Christmas time Santa
Claus will be making a stop at
the Christmas House to visit
and have pictures taken with
children and canine and feline
family members.
Gift givers will be able to pur-
chase personalized ornaments.
Call 634 -3333 for information.
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Get shipping &more at UPS Store
Shipping packages has just
become more convenient with
the opening of The UPS Store
in the Marketplace at McCall
next to Curves For Women. The
store's official opening is next
Thursday.
The UPS Store offers one -stop
services for freight, mail, docu-
ment and business needs. These
include wrapping and packaging,
worldwide shipping and mailbox-
es with a street address instead of
a post office box number.
The store is staffed with three
sales people and a store manager.
Hours are from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Mondays through Fridays and
from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays.
The store sells a variety of
goods related to shipping or mail-
ing and has three top -of -the -line
photocopiers including one that
makes full-color copies.
Customers pay the same for
shipping as they would waiting
for the UPS depot on Commercial
Street in McCall and they have
available to them a place to drop
off packages for pickup all day
long and a place to prepare pack -
Star -News Photo by Lucia Knudson
Vern Farris, manager, and Laurie Janssen, one of his sales staff, stock
shelves at the new UPS Store at Marketplace at McCall.
ages for shipping, Manager Vern
Farris said. The store is the last
stop of the day for trucks picking
up parcels.
The mailboxes are serviced
through U.S. Postal Service picks
up and deliveries and be used for
receiving parcels too.
For more information, call
634 -4048.
Star -News Photo by Lucia V. Knudson
Tom Cotner, left, manager of the Club at Aspen Village, and Ed Hershberger, president of the Aspen Village
Condominium Owners Association, stand among the new Nautilus equipment at the club's expanded weight room.
BY LUCIA V KNUDSON
The Star -News
The Club at Aspen Village will
reopen Saturday, three years after
be 1g destroyed by fire.,
Thefitness and recreationfacility
was destroyed Nov 24, 2004, when it
was caught up in a fire at an adja-
cent condominium complex under
construction.
The club was rebuilt from the
ground up with a new floor plan
to accommodate the wishes of the
membership and current building
codes. Only the swimming pool from
the previous club remained and has
been refurbished.
The grand opening is slated from
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at the club,
located inside Aspen Village Condos
off Davis Avenue.
For services, some things have
changed and some remain the same,
said Ed Hershberger, president of
the Aspen Village Condominium
Owners Association, which owns
the building.
The club is open to the public
as well as to members of the condo
owners association, but more floor
space was given to aerobic and
weight trainingat the request of club
members and the first floor was made
accessible to the handicapped.
Located on the main floor is a
half basketball court, one racquet-
ball court, the aerobics and weight
training center, a heated swimming
pool, a new hot tub, a co -ed wet sauna,
men's and women's locker rooms,
and restrooms.
Upstairs, overlooking the weight
training area and racquetball court,
is a "viewroom" with high -speed
The Club at Aspen
Village reopens after fire
destroyed 0 in 2004
Club at Aspen Village
Rates
The Club at Aspen Village
offers memberships at the same
rates to the public as well as to
condominium owners at Aspen
Village, located on Davis Avenue
in McCall. Here are the rates:
• Registration: $50 for singles,
$60 for couples, $70 for fami-
lies.
• Monthly Fees: $50 for sin-
gles, $85 for couples, $105 for
families.
• Senior Monthly Fees: $40for
singles, $68 for couples.
• Weekly Passes, $85.
• Daily Passes, $10.
• Weekly Pass as Guest of
Member: $70.
Senior rates are available for
those 55 years and older. One
member of a couple must be at
least 55 to be eligible.
For more information, call
Manager Tom Cotner at (208)
859 -9944.
Internet connection and space for
a ping -pong table. There is also a
conference room plus kitchenette
for seating up to 60 people and a
1,360- square -foot apartment for the
manager.
The conference room is not just
for association meetings but also for
family gatherings and other social
events, Hershberger said.
The apartment was added to the
facility to provide the manager a
place to live on site, eliminating the
problemof finding affordablypriced
housing, and having the manager
on the grounds should help with
security, Hershberger said.
To create the space changes, two
of the former three racquetball
courts in the previous floor plan
were eliminated.
The area of the new facility is
about 13,800 square feet upstairs
and about the same downstairs,
Hershberger said.
New services at the club include
personal training with the club's
equipment and a private room for
evaluating fitness, body fat and
posture.
The club is open seven days a
week. Regular hours are from 6
a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through
Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fridays
and Saturdays, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sundays.
Membership for the public and
residents gives access not just to the
facility but to exercise and wellness
classes, and sports conditioning.
Cost of the new building was
$2.5 million and was paid by the
association's insurer. The original
club building was constructed in
1982 and remodeled in 2002.
The new facility is fully equipped
with sprinklers and meets the latest
building code standards per city
ordinance.
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cCall Mountain Accents
is new to the corner of
31 Avenue and McBride.
The shop is perched on
a small hill and the corner abounds
with a zoo of sculpted critters. In front,
a large grizzly waves an American
flag to welcome visitors. Brown bears,
horses and sometimes a pig or two join
him. Look up as you drive down 31d
Avenue, on the side of the building are
gigantic trout beautifully detailed by
hand, unbelievably carved with a chain
saw. Owner John Schulz is a custom
woodcarver who will use up to five
different sizes of chain saws, working
from large blade to small, to make his
animal sculptures and custom furniture
pieces. He will sand, torch, wire brush
and stain to achieve the realistic detail
of his art. Inside the store are more fish
and critters plus hand carved furniture,
custom jewelry and antler art. The
treasure selected from McCall Mountain
Accents is a gathering basket of strong,
graceful lines. Informed by Native
American traditions, functional as well
as beautiful, this art piece embodies
timeless simplicity.
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313 McBride St., McCall
208.634.4878
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local, Treasures
Mountain Monkey Business
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ountain Monkey Business
has an enviable lake front
location with fantastic
views of the spectacular
scenery outside with equally fantastic
views of spectacular clothing inside.
Open since 1986, this store is well -
known for its clothing but also offers
an extensive jewelry collection both at
the front counter and in cases tucked
among the many racks of merchandise
Look up and see hats perched on
well - placed hooks, look down and see
purses and bags scattered throughout
the displays. There is a small shoe
collection and men's wear section as
well. These two jackets by Los Angeles
designer Johnny Was just arrived as
part of the fall collection. Johnny Was
has the reputation for pieces with an
emphasis on texture, shape and detail.
Known for his signature embroidery,
his fabrics are luxurious against the
skin and are easy to care for. A perfect
choice for the cool evenings of the
fall, these treasures are lightweight
travelers that deliver both the latest
fashion and genuine comfort.
Mountain Monkey Business
501 Pine St., McCall
208.634.8268
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By Kate Riley
here's a secret that lies hidden
just off Highway 55 in Valley y
County.
If you happen to be looking
for that special place with a backdrop
of unspoiled views and outstanding
hospitality, then Jug Mountain Ranch
is a place to visit. If you're looking for
a primary residence or second home,
it's also an easy place to fall in love
with. This privately owned shared
community with public amenities
spreads across the valley floor and
extends up onto Jug Mountain.
John and Terry Carey purchased
500 acres in 1980, subsequently added
900 acres, and turned it into a family
business incorporating shared values
and ongoing efforts to preserve the
land. Every improvement they've made
along the way has been undertaken
with regard to the development as
a whole. Carrying on with family
tradition is son, David, who returned
to the ranch after completing his
education and early career. After 10
years in international banking and
hotel management, David provides a
unique and eclectic approach to the
development of Jug Mountain Ranch.
David's passion is evident as he talks
about the ranch. "If we're going to do
this, we're going to do it right. We do it
slowly but we do it right."
The 1,410 -acre ranch was approved
for 325 home sites in 2002, the first
planned unit development in Valley
County. The homesteads vary in
architectural design, making for an
interesting and unique community. The
first three homes built exhibit a German
influence, very different in style and
color yet clearly related to one another.
The Careys have their own construction
company and work with architects
as well as outside subcontractors.
There are CC &R's to follow but David
explains there is flexibility to work with
individuals and find that balance with
what homeowners want, "allowing
some latitude for people that want to be
able to rent it out when they're not here
or not build on it straight away."
In addition, great efforts have
been taken in establishing their own
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water and sewer system, which
is all underground. The entire
project was a "huge commitment in
terms of philosophy, money, time,
hassle, supervision, and ongoing
maintenance," said David.
Public amenities include an 18-
hole golf course with 7,287 yards of
spectacular play from the gold tees.
Don Knott, the former senior vice -
president of design for Trent Jones II,
designed the course. After years of
walking his dogs over the land, John
Carey worked with Knott to create a
stunning result. The course "challenges
the golfer all the time but always allows
somebody a way out," commented
David. The course follows the natural
contours of the land and offers lots of
drama and exquisite views. For a young
course seeded only two years ago, it is
well established and offers a natural,
mature setting.
Nowhere on the course are the
home sites double - loaded. This
approach was incorporated into the
planning stages in order to preserve
the openness and uninterrupted views
of the entire valley. You simply won't
find the fairways, or roadways for
that matter, lined on both sides with
homes. You may have a direct view of
a gorgeous, well cared for fairway, but
what lies beyond that is also yours.
"This is not just our backyard but
everyone else's backyard," commented
David.
The temporary clubhouse was
designed and built to serve later as a
community residence. The permanent
clubhouse is scheduled for completion
in winter 2007. We toured the new
building site, which will house a
restaurant, bar, and pro shop. Plans
for the future include a small hotel,
specialty shops, and a pool and spa
nearby. West across the valley are
fantastic panoramic views of Brundage
Mountain, Council Mountain, and
Tamarack. David further commented,
"There really isn't anything like this on
the east side of the valley."
Amenities are entirely public and,
all- inclusive, which helps offset any
fees that might otherwise impact the
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homeowners directly. And because Jug
Mountain Ranch is privately owned, the
Careys are able to host public events.
"We can have youth races out here."
"We can do things a little different
than most people would." David's
enthusiasm is reflected in his fresh
ideas. For example, they may build a
small Alpine ski area as a "backyard
gesture" and then "take it from there."
Every year they flood an area for a
curling (a Scottish born sport) rink just
for "having a giggle with it."
Jug Mountain Ranch's 10 miles
of Nordic trails will be available to
the public for a $65 annual fee, and
there are plans to increase the trails
by as much as 30 to 40 percent. In the
off - season the trails will be available
for mountain biking, walking and
jogging.
During our extended tour, David
discussed his family's philosophy of
community and their dream of creating
a true European village. "We all share
communal living. We share a communal
trail system where we can walk out our
doors and walk or walk out our doors
and ski." David's vision is a community
in a true sense and not strictly from a
marketing sense. Whether it's a small
decision or something bigger, everyone
in the Carey family is involved. In
addition, David notes, the entire staff
takes responsibility for providing
visitors and residents with "casual
service" while "identifying what people
want." Jug Mountain Ranch may be a
business, but it's one that reflects a love
of tradition and a passionate concern
for preservation and restoration.
David's enthusiasm for the
ranch seems to extend to everything
connected with it, including the
1974 Pinzgauer. Hard to miss, this
Austrian built, ex -Swiss army tank
has a four cylinder, air - cooled engine.
This six -wheel all- terrain vehicle can
climb anything. David comments
with a smile, "It's a rather informal
but incredibly functional vehicle,"
and explains that it is one of two that
the Careys will use for touring and
transportation on the ranch.
Leaving, I took David's advice and
turned right on Farm to Market Road
and headed into McCall. The short
trip back to Highway 55 winds you
through open prairie land dotted with
farmhouses and rustic red barns — a
reminder of how well the Careys have
succeeded in fulfilling their dream. Jug
Mountain Ranch is just not some resort
plopped in the middle of nowhere
standing apart from the land. It clearly
is a part of the land, and that's what
makes it unique.
Jug Mountain Ranch is currently
beginning its second phase of
development. For more information,
visit www.jugmountainranch.com
or call 208.634.5072. For real estate
concerns, contact Bill McMurray at
208.634.5074.
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Ho_s1Qi,ta1R'ooms that Help to Heal
isualizing a standard hospital
room typically draws up images
of life- saving stainless steel
equipment and sterile green walls.
But with McCall Memorial Hospital's
awareness of mind, body and spirit
connectedness, the hospital's Auxiliary
members have created theme rooms
that help patients feel the warmth
and ambiance of home. Chairman Lea
Linville said that the program's purpose
is "to offer a healing environment for
patients through the involvement of
volunteers."
The first themed room was
dedicated in 1985 by Dr. Wayne and
Shirley Allen as a meaningful way to
honor their daughter's memory. The
Allens believed that if just one patient
derived comfort from this room, that
it was a worthwhile project. The room
they sponsor has a bear motif and
country character.
By 1997, the Hospital Auxiliary
had expanded the project to include
all the rooms except birthing, intensive
and coronary care. Room dedication
sponsors are asked to commit for five
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years at a time and to make a donation
of $2,500 for the upkeep of the room.
In turn, they receive a plaque beside
the door to use for their dedication
message. The program is so popular
that a waiting list of those who would
like to sponsor a room has been started.
A hospital Auxiliary committee
approves the decor choices to assure
that they meet health and safety
requirements. The hospital provides
the bed, nightstands, window blinds,
privacy curtain and bathroom tiles.
The room sponsor selects and pays
for carpeting, wall coverings and
blankets; a television and shelving;
window valances, mirrors and artwork,
as well as any seasonal decorations.
"The first round of donors spent up
to $12,000 creating built -in cabinets,
adding wainscoting, and other unique
features' ' Linville remembered.
The largest room is Victorian
in theme and is sponsored by
physicians who work at McCall
Memorial. The doctors donated the
collectibles and antiques adorning
the room to create "warmth of spirit
for patients as well as their visitors."
A ranching theme and historic
photos decorate the Meadows Valley
Hospital rooms at McCall Memorial Hospital
are themed to help patients feel more comfortable.
Campbell Room, dedicated to the
three Campbell brothers: Charles
and William, who homesteaded in
Meadows Valley in 1879, and John, who
purchased land in 1920. The room is
sponsored by descendants of the three
brothers with the hope that it will prove
inspirational for the patients.
Dedicated to the spirit of Ireland
and the healing power of the "lilt of
Irish laughter," Lea Linville created
an Irish room as a memorial to her
ancestry. On a tour of Ireland she and
her husband Bob collected decorative
items from Dublin, Shannon and
Galway in Ireland. A birdbath outside
the patient's window adds to the aura
of slainte, Gaelic for good health.
Bob and Kay Scoles were early
participants in the dedication program,
and were part of the creation of
a number of rooms. They chose a
"quiet and reflective" feeling when
they decorated room number five in
1997 in memory of their son. In June,
2007, Annetta Gray kept the spirit but
changed the wallpaper and theme to
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devise a music aficionado's paradise.
Gray's dedication plaque reads: "Love
cures people - both the ones who give it
and the ones who receive it."
Room six has changed from a
southwestern history room, dedicated
by Peggy and John Clemmer, to a
golfer's sanctuary created by Patti
Crandall. Dedicated "to all who enjoy
the game of golf," Crandall hung aerial
views of the McCall golf course on the
walls, providing golfers a mental return
to their avocation when they close their
eyes for healing. Ambulatory patients
can stand at the wall display of logo
balls and imagine themselves back on
the course.
Hospital employees created a
gallery of fishing memorabilia using the
works of artists from Council, Riggins
and Cascade. Employees donate all of
the furnishings and the room, dedicated
to "comfort and healing," exudes
country hospitality.
Long time McCall residents, Herb
and Mardi Keen, decorated a travel
room that is meant "to bring peace and
hope to patients." Mardi said that Herb
gave the room to her as a gift, and since
they are an Air Force family, her vision
for the room was "Around the World
with Love."
A small family waiting room,
dedicated by the Krahn family in
memory of Dan and Nancy Krahn's
son, Christopher, is a "special place for
family and friends." With its plaid sofa,
leather chair, and an artist's rendering
of the original hospital, the room is an
especially comfortable place for visitors
to rest.
In 2003 the hospital's chapel was
adopted by the Auxiliary members.
A prayer request book speaks to the
healing power of the ambiance at
McCall Memorial Hospital.
Linville regularly fields questions
from groups in the West inquiring about
how to start sponsorship programs.
It seems that patients recuperating in
McCall Memorial Hospital's themed
rooms have spread the word that easy
chairs with foot stools and colorful
walls are successful aids to healing.
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By Christie Gorsline
ity folks know what to expect
when they pull into the parking
lot of their big city hardware
store: the obligatory assortment of nuts
and bolts, painting supplies, gardening
tools, and, you know, hardware.
But McCall's May Hardware
isn't your average hardware store.
Check Webster's dictionary under
"may." It means "fulfillment of your
expectations" and "can do." It defines
well what nearly 75 years of doing
business with May Hardware store
truly means — stocking what McCall
customers need and want.
When Roy May opened the store
in 1934, his philosophy was, "You can't
sell it if you don't have it." May stocked
the shelves with everything that
residents in the remote mountain town
might need. In those days, McCall was
a two -day journey from Boise, hence
May started the "broomsticks to books"
tradition.
The store's current owners, Rick
Fereday and Bob Hill, have kept the May
promise of old- fashioned service while
becoming cutting edge as well. The
modern side of May includes a website
(www.mayhardware.com) that links to
webcam views of the airport and Payette
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Lake. While there you can manage
your May charge account, access help
building a tree house, or get advice on
prepping the exterior of your house
before painting.
In the early 1970s, Hill and Fereday
moved from Boise to work for the
store's owner, Wayne Cox, whose wife
Winona was the daughter of founder
Roy May. The pair worked as clerks
and stock boys for eight years before
they bought the store as a team in 1980.
May Hardware, late 1950s.
Photos in a back office show the boys,
now store owners, cavorting on Winter
Carnival ice sculptures, wearing bell-
bottom pants and sporting big hair.
Fun - loving and dedicated to the
store's success, they have attracted
a cadre of employees with the same
bent. Much of the staff has been at May
Hardware for more than a decade.
While other stores in town have
perpetual "help wanted" signs in their
windows, May Hardware employees
are icons, like the store itself.
In addition to being long -term
employees, most of the crew at
May Hardware are avid outdoor
enthusiasts, which keeps them
in -touch with their customers
and personally contented as well.
s Shoppers at May can strike up
a conversation about skiing or
a
snowshoeing, camping, boating,
waterskiing, or gardening and odds
are an employee will join in because
they share in the same pleasures that
make McCall residents and visitors
happy. Fereday and manager Rob
Wilson, also a Boise native, share
another popular pastime in McCall:
piloting small planes.
May Hardware is as an
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independent retailer, with a True Value
connection since the 1960s. True Value's
motto, "Help is just around the corner,"
is no longer used by the chain, but it
still applies in McCall.
Sometimes the store "gets so crazy that
we call it Mayhem Hardware," a trio of
employees agreed. On occasion, May
Hardware rivals McCall's Post Office as
the place to hang out and catch up on
news and gossip.
The McCall landmark is open seven
days a week, to the relief of McCall
shoppers and area do- it- yourselfers.
When you need an extra key to the
cabin, a replacement drill bit, or another
quart of paint, tomorrow just isn't soon
enough. Hill and Fereday are blessed
with 14 dedicated employees who keep
the store stocked and the customers
happy. And they make an effort to
know every regular customer by name,
a rarity in this day and age.
Whether you're shopping for
a hostess gift or a chain saw, May
Hardware is all the shopping mall you
need. You'll find large soup pots and
bulk peanuts in the shell, snow shovels,
heat tape, a rainbow of neon garlic
presses, and an inventory of cookware
that rivals the city specialty stores. If
you just want to get out of the weather
and browse, you'll be charmed by the
vast array of goods and the friendly,
Hill and Fereday are blessed with 14 dedicated employees
who keep the store stocked and the customers happy.
And they make an effort to know every regular customer
by name, a rarity in this day and age.
May Hardware has a locksmith
on staff and a reputation for being "the
one place where keys are made right the
first time." Their computerized paint
department specializes in customized
color matching, and they carry the
Ralph Lauren paint line, Messmer's and
Cabot Stain products, in addition to
service - oriented staff — you're bound to
find that one item you've been looking
for so long you'd forgotten you wanted
it. May Hardware truly is more than a
hardware store.
And leave your identification in
your wallet. A look in the eye and a
handshake is all the ID you need.
True Value paints.
The general store moved in 2002 May True Value Hardware
from its lake front location to its current 809 North Third St., McCall
spot just a few blocks south, at 809
North Third. "The larger building
and big parking lot were necessary to
meet the needs of McCall's growing
population," Wilson explained.
www.mccallhomemag.com
208.634.7665
www.mayhardware.com
Open 7 days a week
Closed just four days a year, New Years
Day, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
McCall Home Fall /Winter 2007 • 35
New hotel on Woodsman site scrapped
Current 2 -story motel to be remodeled
BY MICHAEL WELLS
The Star -News
A planned 84 -room condominium hotel on the site
of the current Woodsman Motel has been cancelled,
the hotel's manager said this week.
Instead, Manager Aram Stoney is renovating the
rooms at the motel's two -story building on the south
side of the property at 402 N. Third St.
Stoney is turning 12 of the 60 motel rooms into
studio apartments that can be rented as motel
rooms or for long -term living accommodations. The
other 20 rooms in the building will be renovated
as two -bed motel rooms. The motel has 13 existing
apartments.
See WOODSMAN Page A -10
Woodsman
(Continued from Page A -1)
"We're excited; we just want
to turn this thing around 180
degrees," Stoney said.
The recent economic down-
turn locally led to a change of
plans. Recently, Woodsmanowner
Jim Hoover applied to the city
to get an extension on approved
plans for the condominium hotel
at the location.
That project would have in-
cluded an indoor pool that would
have been used for city recreation
programs.
Clearwater Lodging of Boise,
the developer for the hotel proj-
ect, is no longer involved with the
project, Stoney said. The exten-
sion request was done to keep the
options open for the future.
"We're not planning anything
at this time," Stoney said. "The
development of the property has
beenput aside, and we're working
to get the reputation switched 180
degrees."
The goal of the renovation
is to create a clean, affordable
motel that will also serve some
of the affordable housing need
in the area.
The studio rooms can be
rented monthly for $595, which
includes all utilities.
Thelarger, one- bedroomapart-
ments rent for the same amount
and include water, sewer and
trash, but not other utilities.
Stoney has already completed
the renovation of six studio
rooms and plans , to finish the
other six in time for the McCall
Winter Carnival at the end of
the month. He will then begin
work renovating 20 remaining
motel rooms in the two -story
building.
The rooms are getting new
carpet and floor coverings, new
furniture, new appliances and
new showers and toilets. Each
unit will also have new, more
secure doors.
This spring, he plans to im-
prove landscaping at the property
and will also work on other im-
provements to the overall look
of the motel.
The space The Woodsman
Cafe formerly occupied will be
the new home of the McCall Spa
Company.
An architect's
rendering shows
the exterior of
a condominium
hotel that had
been slated
to be built on
the site of The
Woodsman
Motel in McCall.
Those plans
now have been
scrapped, and
the motel's
owner has begun
remodeling the
existing rooms.
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Blue Heron
Tile and
Interiors
ou might not expect to find a
treasure in a tile store, but this
is true only if you have not
been to the showroom of Blue
Heron Tile and Interiors in McCall.
Sure there is the and plenty of it, but
there is much more. Positioned just
as you enter, the signature Refinerii
style of artisan Amber Conger is
clearly evidenced in the dramatic
flair of the sculptural steel pedestal
created to hold a beautiful glass sink
created by Boe Christian of Art Glass
Studios. The pedestal is made from
salvaged steel and
features simple
geometrics that
highlight both
the glass sink
and the faucet.
To the right of
the entrance
shown here is
the handcrafted,
mixed -media
wall sconce
"Chickadee and
Apple Tree"
by Mark Dale Smith of White Cloud
Studios. Just down the side of the store
is a piece of natural fossil stone from
Green River Stone Company. Extracted
by hand in their private quarry, this
company unearths stone products that
are 50 million years old. They produce
individual fossil specimens, artistic
fossil murals and custom fashioned
stone products for museums, private
collectors and interior designers such
as Blue Heron. Treasures by anyone's
definition.
Blue Heron Tile and Interiors
302 North Third St., McCall
208.634.6374
www.mccallhomemag.com
Hunt returns with smaller, shorter
Grand Payette Hotel
BY MICHAEL WELLS
The sta,News
Scaled -back plans for the
Grand Payette Hotel fronting
on Payette Lake in downtown
McCallwere giventhe firstreview
Tuesday night by the McCall Area
Planning & Zoning meeting.
Developer Bob Hunt plans a
condominium hotel on the prop-
erty he owns north of the Lake
and First street intersection that
includes the Yacht Club.
The structure would be no
taller than 35 -feet, thus meeting
the city's building height limit,
Wayne Ruemmele of Epikos
Planning & Architecture told the
commission during apre- applica-
tion meeting.
No action was taken Tuesday
because there was no formal
application before the P &Z. If
Hunt returns with a formal ap-
plication, public hearings would
be scheduled before the P &Z and
the McCall City Council.
In 2006, Hunt revealed plans
for a 50 -foot tall hotel at the site.
Eventually the City of McCall
changed its city code not to al-
low developments over 35 feet
along the lakefront in downtown
McCall
Hunt, who owns The Hunt
Lodge, Super 8 Motel and the
Western Mountain Lodge in
McCall, was not present at the
meeting.
The scaled. back hotel would
consist of 20 privately owned con-
dominiums that would be rented
as 36 to 38 hotel rooms.
Each condominium could
have rooms locked off to form
hotel rooms.
The plans call for a 1,700
square -foot restaurant on the
east side of the building and
11500- square -foot bar on the east
side of the building.
The project would also have
a large deck overlooking Payette
Lake. The Yacht Club building
would be torn down for the hotel,
just as it would have been for the
larger project.
People would be able to reach
the lake by going through the
building, but there are no plans
to create lake access from the
outside, Ruemmele said.
Lakeside access to the prop-
erty would be through a planned
lakefront boardwalk that would
end at the hotel.
"It's not intended to be closed
off," Ruemmele said.
Commission Chair Bob
Youde's biggest concern was
how the project would be con-
structed.
"The construction phasing
and design will be difficult,"
Youde said.
Ruemmele agreed. He said a
tower crane might be used to con-
struct the hotel on the property.
The commission had ques-
tions about parking at the site,
how the site would be construct-
ed, lake access and community
housing.
The plan calls for 54 parking
spaces to be located below the
hotel. Cars would gettothe garage
by using a vehicle elevator.
Building ramps to the under-
ground parking would take up
too much room on the property,
Ruemmele said.
There would also be six park
in spaces at street level.
Access to the lake from the
front of the development was a
worry of commission member
Shane Jeffries.
Commissioners askedhowthe
project would provide affordable
housing as required under city
code. Ruemmele said that Hunt
was considering either providing
affordable housing on another
property he owns or paying an
in lieu fee.
Hunt plans to build a meeting
and event center on his Hunt
Lodge property along Third
Street in McCall. Hunt will also
begin construction on the Timber
Lodge, immediately south of
the Hunt Lodge on Third Street,
this year.
Hunt also owns the River's
Crossing subdivision across
the North Fork of the Payette
River from the city's Riverfront
Park.
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in
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square foot Pancake
House that was
replaced in 2002 by
the current 11,000 -
square -foot building.
INSET: Bonnie
Bertram serves coffee
to customers Don
Forsyth, left, and
David York, both of
McCall.
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'°Mere was no such thing as a private conversation because you heard your
neighbor and cif` there was a screaming kid everybody was miserrrbic '
The Pancake House is much
bigger since Bonnie Bertram took
over in 1983, but her dedication
to quality is unchanged
(Note: This is the first of a two -week se-
ries of stories on local restaurant owners
passing a milestone in 2008. Next Week: Si
Bueno Southside Grill notes 30 years.)
BY LUCIA V KNUDSON
The Star -News
onnie Bertram had hoped waiting lists
would be a thing of the past when she
and husband George opened the rebuilt
Pancake and Christmas House April
1, 2002.
Instead, lines on busy days still happen, al-
though they are not as long and not as often at
the popular McCall restaurant.
Now, Bonnie Bertram has resigned herself to
the fact that the restaurant's popularity means
those occasions cannot be avoided entirely.
"That was one thing I said - if there's another
waiting list I'm going to have to shoot myself
- and, to and behold, we've had waiting lists
since that first summer," she said. "That's just
what it is."
The Bertrams celebrated a quarter century of
being in business on March 11 with The Pancake
House's original menu.
The restaurant grew in 2002 from a 600 -
square -foot space remodeled home into a
11,000- square -foot grand lodge.
The new building was needed because the
restaurant's popularity was at odds with its
If you wanted the latest news, you
just needed to drop by Table One
BY LUCIA V. KNUDSON
The Star-News
Locals have been the backbone of The
Pancake and Christmas House customer
base, including some whose stories have
become legend, owner Bonnie Bertram
said.
Bertram fondly remembers longtime
customer Jerry Holowitz who died last year.
Holowitz' habit at the old and new restau-
rants was to park at the rear and come in
the back door every morning for his coffee
and to read the newspaper. He would always
pop into the kitchen to greet staff and get
involved in helping out in some way. With
his backhoe, he plowed out snow from the
restaurant's parking lot.
Tex Chitwood, husband .of local his-
torian Martha Chitwood, would come in
daily for a strawberry waffle. That would
not have been unusual, except that he had
diabetes.
— Bonnie Bertram
space. Customers got used to sitting shoulder
to shoulder in the old building. Conversations
fused a'din of babble.
"There was no such thing as a private con-
versation because you heard your neighbor and
if there was a screaming kid everybody was
miserable," Bertram said.
People put up with being cramped for the
food and the company. The Pancake House has
always been a locals' hangout, and people liked
being able wave to friends, she said.
On busy days at the old Pancake House, feed-
ing the multitude provedto be a three -ring circus.
Three kitchens churned outfood, while a bakery
pumped out goodies. Waitresses streamed from
kitchens to tables conveying plates of food.
Christmas House Added in 1997
Bertram and good friend Sharon Kermitt-
Wolfe had opened a gift shop named Calico Gifts
at The Pancake House when the economy was
slow in the mid -1980s but soon moved that into
a store in downtown McCall. The most profit-
able part of Calico Gifts, the Christmas decor,
returned to the Pancake House in 1997 as The
Christmas House.
With the waning of the 1990s, the Bertrams
realized their little business had to go into a
bigger space. The 50- year -old converted house
rested on railroad ties and showed its age.
George Bertram, who is a builder, said tacking
on an addition was not the solution to the space
problem.
"We realized the building was just literally
falling apart, so we had to make a decision either
to sell it or to rebuild," Bonnie Bertram said.
The couple decided to rebuild because they
were not ready to quit.
V, —
Martha Chitwood didn't real-
ize every day her husband went
to The Pancake House for the
treat, and the restaurant stv.ff
didn't know he was diabetic.
He finally fessed up to his wife,
and gave up the practice, Ber-
tram said.
In the former restaurant
building, which was replaced
in 2002, old- timers had their
own table, Table One by the
front door, where they sat and
drank 25 -cent coffee and chatted
for hours.
"We couldn't afford to close
down," Bonnie Bertram said. "It
was impossible to grow. The area
was not meant to handle three
separate kitchens each with a grill
and refrigeration equipment, a
bakery, and a dishwashing room,
she said.
Financing the grand lodge was
struggle, and Bertram felt on the
verge of giving up many times.
What helped convince lenders was
the steady clientele and George
Bertram's credentials as an expe-
rienced builder.
Work started right before the
area's real estate boom when ev-
erybody had time on their hands.
George, son -in -law Bill Rice, Scott
Keithley and John Clark worked
eight months to complete the
structure.
One busy summer day during
the financing phase, Bertram re-
gretfully told a certain gentleman
he would have an hour wait before
he could be served. Unknown to
her, he was the vice president of
the Boise .branch of a national
bank and the long wait was for him
the sign of a healthy business.
"He said `I'm really glad our
bank is.looking at your.loan,' "
Bertram said. So she invited him
inside to observe operations.
"He literally stood watching
the dishwashing, the baking, all
three of the kitchens and how
horrible it was to work under those
constraints," she said. The loan
was approved.
In the mid- 1980s, a Boise State
University professor studying
small-town restaurants asked
Bertram if he could observe
patrons' activities. He later sent
them a copy of his study.
In his comments, the aca-
demic discussed the turnover
rate of small -town restaurants,
citing Table One as an example
of unprofitablility.
"He didn't know much about
small-town restaurants," Ber-
tram said wryly.
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BY LUCIA V KNUDSON
The Star -News
The Pancake House has preserved its
core menu while adding new items over
the years.
Pancake House customers want that
kind of stability in theirfood choices, owner
Bonnie Bertram said. Serving up fresh,
homemade food keeps customers coming
back and is a secret of the Pancake House's
success, Bertram said.
On March 11, Bertram went
back to the Pancake House's
1983 menu to celebrate the
restaurant's 25th anniversary
underthe Bertram's ownership.
Lucky diners got to eat good food
at 1983 prices.
Comparing the 1983 menu
with today's lineup, a cup of
coffee cost 35 cents compared
to today's $1.75. Item No. 1 on
the menu, a plate -sized pan-
cake with one egg and choice
of meats, went for $3.50. Today
that item runs $7.75.
Offerings served are much
expanded after 25 years. The
original menu featured about 10
items and a limited number of
lunch offerings. Today's menu
offers more than 40 breakfast
items and about 40 lunch items
not including beverages and a
children's menu.
The lunch menu offers a large
lineup of burgers, salads and
homemade soups. Salads were
not part of the 1983 menu.
What remains the same is
fresh, homemade food. Wheat
and white bread are baked on
the premises, and the steamed
potatoes are also cooked in the
restaurant.
"That's a biggie," Bertram
said of her potatoes. "You
don't get fresh potatoes much
anymore. It's a huge job to keep
up with."
The menu represents old,
home - cooking favorites people
enjoy and have grown accus-
tomed to eating, Bertram said.
Customers don't want the menu
tinkered with too much andthey
don't expect anything fancy.
"If we can't pronounce it, we
don't serve it," she said.
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Star -News Photo by Lucia V. Knudson
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Melinda Nielson
Si Bueno Southside Grill stays
loyal to employees, customers for
three decades
BY LUCIA V. KNUDSON
The Star-News
elinda Nielsen believes the secret
to the success of any restaurant
is great employees and satisfying
meals. She seems to be following
her own advice well, as Nielsen's
Si Bueno Southside Grill and Cantina celebrates
its 30th anniversary next month.
Nielsen and her husband, Rod, gpened the
popular McCall restaurant in June, 1978, several
years after moving up from California in 1Q7"
At the time there were just three other build-
ings dirt st ets urro nded by fields dotted with
pine trees.
In 1989, the business acquired a liquor license
and added Rodrigo's Cantina and additional din-
ing rooms.
That was followed in 1999 with an outdoor
dining area and a totally revamped kitchen with
a new menu featuring steaks and fresh fish off
the grill.
Nielsen credits her friend Margaret
Odom with helping her business succeed.
Odom's sense of humor and tenacity car-
ried the business through many a rough spot
along with her great cooking skills.
"She's really been there. I couldn't have gone
through the day to day without her," Nielsen
said.
Shades of the Early 80s
Melinda Nielsen sees today's economy is not
much different than when Si Bueno Southside
Grill & Cantina opened almost three decades ago.
She remembers the only other comparable slow
economic period was between 1983 and 1985 when
interest rates were between 18 and 20 percent.
The current economic downturn has put Me-
linda back in the kitchen a little more, cooking
again and loving what she does.
Nielsen is trying to stay open through the
slack season for the sake of her customers and
employees, even though she has had to cut her
crew's hours.
She tries to keep everybody employed even
during the slow season to be able to provide the
needed staff for summer by promoting specials
menus, offering discounts to groups, and adding
music to the lively cantina.
In June, the catering jobs start up, ensuring
work for her employees, Nielsen said. Catering
has been a longtime function of Si Bueno, built
up through word -of -mouth into a successful
venture of its own.
What really makes the restaurant stand out is
the emphasis on using only the highest quality
ingredients in "customer taste - tested" recipes
through the years, she said.
With some new things planned for the 30th
anniversary menu, Nielsen feels families will
find affordable and unique meals to try and, as
always, friendly servers and fun place to relax
will be waiting for them.
Harrison Ford counted
among Si Bueno regulars
(well, two times)
BY LUCIA V KNUDSON
The Star -News
Melinda and Rod Nielsen chose Deinhard
Lane as the location of Si Bueno Southside
Restaurant and Cantina over downtown
McCall for locals rather than tourists, but
the spot across from McCall Airport soon
became discovered.
Nielsen counts film actor Harrison Ford
as one of her most memorable visitors.
Ford has been to Si Bueno twice, the first
time in late Sept. 28, 2003, a day Nielsen
remembers well.
Ford, a pilot, and a group of his friends
had landed at the airport just ahead of an
airplane that had its landing gear collapse.
The airport was shut down, and Ford and
friends were stuck in town for four hours.
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"One of my employees said that Mr.
Harrison Ford is here," said Nielsen, who
looked over his party and didn't believe it
was him.
"Well you eitherlook an awful lotlike him
or your are him," she said to the "Star Wars"
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room for their own privacy. Ford graciously
complimented his lunch, and went to the
kitchen window and shook hands with the
cooks. Every one of the employees who
wanted got an autograph, Nielsen included.
Ford must have enjoyed the experience be-
cause he returned in late September 2005.
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Mile High Marina plans 400 -slip expansion
Larger marina would
fill backlog of demand,
be sold as timeshares
BY LUCIA V KNUDSON
The Star -News
As many as 400 additional boat
slips are being considered as part
of an expansion of Mile High
Marina on Payette Lake.
LastThursday, marina owners
Jim Gerblick and Sam Worley,
both of New Meadows, unveiled
plans for expanding Mile High's
existing marina north of McCall
downtown. The marina currently
has 168 slips and about 200 people
are on the marina's waiting list,
the owners said.
The owners, accompanied
by Brian O'Morrow of Brown's
Industries, and Steve Bauer, the
developers' water consultant,
met in a workshop last Thursday
with members of the Big Payette
Lake Watershed Advisory Group.
Bauer is a former Idaho Depart-
ment of Environmental Quality
water analyst.
Brown's Industries would de-
velop the marina in partnership
with Mile High. A sister company
of Brown's, Snow Peaks, owns
a 50 -foot by 60 -foot lot between
Brown's Park and city property
to the south.
Snowy Peaks' lot would give
access to the expanded marina.
A public boardwalk would also
give access between the current
marina and the expansion.
Mill Park Condominium
owners currently have access
to the lake with a dock owned
by Brundage Mountain Resort,
another Brown's interest.
Brown's has agreed to accom-
modate condo owners in the new
expansion area, although the de-
tails of that have not been worked
out yet, O'Morrow said.
Sketch Courtesy Erstad Architects
Computer rendering shows how the proposed Mile High Marina expansion would look when viewed looking
northwest from East Lake Street at the north end of the existing marina.
Mile High leases from the
city of McCall the lakefront
for its existing operation. The
10 -year lease was renewed last
December.
The plan is a revival of the
marina expansion the business
partners proposed about a year
ago. Developers stopped short
after an informal meeting with
the city of McCall because of
the cost of a breakwater and
new pilings.
Formal application to the city
could be made in July or August
after water quality and engi-
neering studies are completed,
O'Morrow said Tuesday.
Should the marina plan gain
city approval, marina own-
ers would next go to the Idaho
Department of Lands for state
permits.
Up to 25 slips would be open
for daily public rents, and plans
feature two platforms joined by
an arched foot bridge.
Platforms could be used
for barbecues, and kayakers
could paddle to shore under the
bridge.
But the public would be barred
from the rest of the marina for
members' privacy and for safety,
O'Morrow said.
Developers want their plans
to mesh with shoreline urban
renewal improvements now un-
der construction at the McCall
waterfront.
The lands department, which
has jurisdiction over Idaho wa-
ters including Payette Lake, has
a new rule that allows marina
owners sell up to 50 percent of
their slips.
William Weida, chairman
for the Payette Lake watershed
advisory group, criticized the
new rule.
Weida asked Gerblick if slips
would be sold along with condo-
miniums planned at the base of
Brundage Mountain Resort. Gen
blick said they would not be sold
as part of condo purchases.
Timesharing or short -term
leases would more likely generate
income than slip sales, develop-
ers said.
"We have no interest inhaving
empty slips," O'Morrow said.
Gerblick could give no specific
reason for having 400 slips when
he was questioned by Weida.
The development may harm
water quality along the lake
shore, Weida said.
The lake group's continueing
annual monitoring has pinned
water quality degradation on
development close to shore, he
said.
"The only thing we can see is
that water quality continues to
decline in this endof the lake arm
and there is development there,"
Weida said.
Builders of McCall
homes sued by �,/-
former customers`
Ten former customers
have sued the owner of the
company that built the first
affordable housing project
in McCall.
The lawsuit against Da-
vid Ochoa - the principal
owner of Sawtooth Custom
Homes, SMS Construction
and McCall of the Wild -
seeks about $1.4 million in
damages under federal rack-
eteering and fraud laws.
SMS Custom Build-
ers, the business name of
McCall of the Wild, was
hired by Neighborhood
Housing Services of Boiseto
build nine lower - costhomes
on McCall Avenue.
Ground was broken in
October 2006 with comple-
tion of the modular homes
expected in February 2007.
But the homes were not
finished until late July 2007.
SMS Custom Builders was
fired by NHS, which com-
pleted the final preparation
work on its own.
NHS Interim CEO Lynn
Cundick said Wednesday
that the private company's
attorneys have been alerted
to the lawsuit against Ochoa
to see if there are grounds
to join the suit.
A U.S. District Court
in Cheyenne, Wyo., has
barred Ochoa from selling
off any tools, equipment or
property belonging to SMS
and McCall to pay off debts
before this lawsuit could
be resolved. A hearing on
that injunction is set for
next week.
Sawtooth Custom Homes
encountered community
opposition when it began
installing modular "sys-
tems- built" homes in Star's
Saddlebrook subdivision in
mid -June.
Ochoa and the compa-
nies denied the lawsuit's
claims in their response to
the court and asked that the
suit be dismissed.
The plaintiffs, residents
of Jackson and Alpine,
Wyo., and Victor, Idaho,
claim that McCall of the
Wild and SMS Construction,
under Ochoa's direction,
signed contracts that Ochoa
knew he could not fulfill
unless subsequent new busi-
ness generated the funds to
pay for them, the complaint
said.
The former customers
said Ochoa's gross mis-
management slowed new
business to the point that
the companies didn't have
the money to complete the
homes people had already
purchased. Also, some of
the customers said they
were told their homes were
farther along than they
actually were and were
billed repeatedly for what
hadn't been completed, the
complaint said.
Ochoa had "personally
guaranteed that some of
the plaintiffs wouldbe reim-
bursed for their expenses,"
the complaint said, but none
have been.
The former customers
said Ochoa and his com-
panies walked away from
finishing the homes.
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Bob Youde, who owns Three Forks Gallery with Star-News Photo by
his wife Linda at Michael
Roosevelt Ave. in McCall, explains the intricate woodcarving by local
artist David Alexander.
Three Forks Gallery has
art from around the West
For a piece of art to be show-
cased at the new Three Forks
Gallery on Roosevelt Avenue in
McCall, both owners Bob and
Linda Youde must agree they like
the artwork.
The Youdes opened theirbusi-
ness on Memorial Day weekend
for the art gallery that features
western, southwestern, wildlife
and landscape art.
The gallery is located at 1308
Roosevelt Ave., at the northeast-
ern edge of the McCall central
business district.
The couple has been interested
in art since the early 1970s. They
decided to open an art gallery and
they have committed their next
10 years to making it a success
in McCall
The gallery features artwork
from artists from throughout
the western United States.
They also have one artist from
Iowa, where the couple is from
originally.
"We're starting to get art gal-
leries as a thingto go to McCallfor
and that's going to be neat," Bob
Youde said. "The best thingfor us
is to have this street and town fill
up with art galleries."
The gallery features oil
Paintings, ink casts, bronze
sculptures, woodcarvings and
artistic furniture. .
"We are interested in all types
of art, but we are looking for the
best quality," Linda Youde said.
The couple has been seeking
out artists over the years. They
interview each other to see if
the gallery and the artist are a
fit. They have about 15 different
proven artists displaying art in
the gallery.
All the artwork is available for
purchase, and prices range from
$59 to $6,500.
Most of the artworks are
originals, and currently only two
pieces are prints.
A popular bronze sculpture of
a snowboarder greets customers
as they walk in the door. Bob be-
lieves the piece and future pieces
by the artist will be popular with
the winter market that exists in
McCall.
Youde, who is also the chair
of the McCall Area Planning &
Zoning Commission, wants to
see the street develop as an arts
and cultural center for the town,
noting that the Alpine Playhouse
is just down the street.
Three Forks Gallery is open
Wednesday through Saturday
from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and
Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Call
634 -5511.
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McCall corn�fi
Commerce Street
building to include
array of photocells
many `green' techniques
times and make some positive .
changes for the community."
McCall Endorses `Green'
The City of McCall encour-
ages environmentallyfriendly
BY PETER STEVENSON 'development in its planning
The star -News and zoning laws.
Dave Armstrong believes The McCall Area Compre-
it pays to be green, which is hensive Plan, last updated in
why he decided to build an eco- 2007, recognizes the natural
friendly commercial center in resources of the region as "key
McCall. to our future economy, vitality
The first phase of the and livability "and commits to
McCall Commerce Center, long -term eco- friendly devel-
located on Commerce Street opment objectives.
acrossfromLesSchwabTires, The McCall Environmen-
houses three artist studios and tal Advisory Committee, a
one office. citizens panel, was created in
The next phase of the January to advise city depart-
project, planned for the fall, ments and the community on
is when the Earth - friendly eco - friendly practices.
features really kick in. The panel is currently
Planned for the expansion working on putting energy -ef-
are photovoltaic panels to ficient lighting in the McCall
offset energy costs, a holding
pond to conserve runoff water
and landscaping that focuses
on local plants to minimize ir-
rigation. The newbuildingwill
house five additional studios
and a space for retail, office or
light manufacturing.
The project will use re-
cycled materials found locally,
such as reclaimed scrap metal,
cellulose insulation and paper-
less drywall.
"As a businessman, I've
always focused on eco - friendly
projects," Armstrong said.
"It's important to build struc-
tures that are cost effective in
the long -run but that are also
professional and pleasant
working environments."
A core element of Arm-
strong's project is giving back
to the local community. He
wants to attract local artisans
as well as light manufacturing
and retail outlets, which he
hopes will create more jobs to
fuel the local economy.
"We're trying to create
some optimism here," he said.
"Let's encourage manufactur-
ers to come to our community
to create jobs. Let's work
together. It's time to get go-
ing."
The new building will
contain a sculpture garden
to showcase local artisans'
work.
"This is the time for neigh-
bors to work together to
make something happen,
Armstrong said. "I hope to
help turn around these tough
Public Library through an
Idaho Power Co. program,
McCall Community Devel-
opment Director Michelle
Groenevelt said.
The committee is also
involved in the newly posted
anti - idling signs at McCall
schools and are currently re-
searching several other ideas,
Groenevelt said.
The city encourages green
building practices through its
building permit process that
rewards such efforts through
a point system, she said.
Developers who incor-
porate renewable energy,
recycled materials and water
conservation are allotted more
points and are more likely
to receive a building permit
when there is competition for
the permits, Groenevelt said.
A resolution recently
Sketch courtesy McCall Design and Planning
Architect's sketch shows how solar electrical panels would fit in
with the next phase of McCall Commerce Center
passed by city council con-
firms the city's commitment
to incorporating green ele-
ments into future public
buildings. Currently,there are
no restrictions on solarpanels,
Groenevelt said.
Artists Like Their Digs
Local artist Debra Sievers
says the best part about rent-
ing a studio at the McCall
Commerce Center is the flex-
ibility of her landlords.
Armstrong and his wife,
Donna, revamped Sievers'stu-
dio space to accommodate her
artistic needs by installing
additional windows, a kitchen
and a ventilation system.
"McCall is trying to be an
art town," Sievers said. "Dave
and Donna Armstrong are
helping to make it happen."
Another artist tenant,
DonnaBernstein, appreciates
the simple and modern layout
of the building.
"It's forward thinking
and in track with what's
happening in the world,"
said Bernstein, a painter and
sculptor.
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Hunt takes'
over McCall
RV Resort
All events at Northfork
Lodge are cancelled
BY TOM GROTE
The Star -News
The owner of The Hunt Lodge and two other
motels in McCall has acquired the McCall RV Resort
and Northfork Lodge.
Bob Hunt said cal plan on
Monday he acquired the
upscale RV park and working as fast
lodge through a foreclo-
sure for nonpayment as possible to
of a deed of trust. Hunt get the lodge
declined to provide
details.
The complex, located open as soon
off Mission Street along
the North Fork of the as possible
Payette River, nveigh had been because 1
owned by Gle
LLC of McCall. knout It's one
Members of Glen
veigh LLC are Kevin of McCall's
O'Leary of McCall, R.
Emmett O'Leary of best venues
Tucson, Ariz., Dave
Dalire of Minneapo- for events and
lis, Minn., and Albert enjoyed by
Davis of Hyannis,
Neb., according to the
company's 2008 annual locals as Well
report on ffie with the
Idaho Secretary of as Visitors:'
State's office. —Bob Hunt
The RV park is
closed, and all events
scheduled at the lodge have been cancelled while
Hunt sorts out how he wants to operate his new
property, he said.
"I plan on working as fast as possible to get the
lodge open as soon as possible because I know it's
one of McCall's best venues for events and enjoyed
by locals as well as visitors," Hunt said.
Costs for Krahn Lane business
park estimated at $4,.4M to $6M
Proposal would
prepare 37 acres
for commercial uses
BY MICHAEL WELLS
The Star -News
Costs for the city to put in
place the proper infrastruc-
ture for a proposed business
park at Krahn Lane and
Samson Trail are estimated
between $4.4 million and $6
million, City Engineer Betsy
Roberts said.
The proposed plan for one
of two business parks set out
in the city's comprehensive
land use plan rewrite from
2007 was presented to the city
council last week.
The plans call for telecom-
munications, water, sewer,
storm water, and transporta-
tion infrastructure to be built
on the 37 -acre site. The site
would also be annexed by the
city in the future.
While the cost estimates
were rough and will be refined
in the future, the city has sev-
eral options it will attempt to
secure the money necessary
to make the business park a
reality if agreements with
landowners and adjacent
landowners can be made in
the future.
The city would seek
federal, state and local
grants, tax revenues and
the creation of either a lo-
cal improvement district or
"We need jobs in this community, and this
is one place we can do that."
- McCall Mayor Don Bailey
a tax increment financing
district similar to an urban
renewal district, McCall
Grants Coordinator Carol
Coyle said.
At the federal level, the
city would apply for the
Public Works and Economic
Development Program grant
and the Economic Adjust-
ment Assistance Program,
Coyle said.
At the state level, the city
would apply for Idaho Com-
munity Block grants and
Idaho Gem grants, she said.
Locally, the city may apply
for Local Option Taxfunds or
create a mini - taxing district
to raise the revenue to pay
for infrastructure improve-
ments that would have to
be made in order to give the
business park a chance at
succeeding.
"We need jobs in this com-
munity," Mayor Don Bailey
said. `And this is one place
we can do that."
The plan could change
the way people enter McCall
from Idaho 55 to the south.
There is the possibility that
the intersection of Idaho 55
and Krahn Lane would be
turned into a roundabout,
Roberts said.
The cost of a roundabout
versus the cost of a traffic
light atthe intersection were
fairly close, she said.
The city council also
hopes to continue work to
develop a proposed busi-
ness park east of the McCall
Municipal Airport on land
owned by Judd DeBoer.
Talk of that business
park largely died last winter
when the city council failed
to vote on an airport access
agreement DeBoer said was
crucial to the plan by provid-
ingthe necessary funds from
a sale of property for a han-
gar development that would
have paid for infrastructure
at that business park.
The entire Krahn Lane/
Samson Trail Business Park
Report is available on the
city's website at wwwmccall.
id.us for review.
The next steps for the
business park planning
process include a land use
feasibility study, a detailed
phasing plan, a traffic study
and a phased utility plan,
Roberts said.
The city council would
also need to create a new
business parkzone in the city
code and later apply it to the
37 -acre site if it is annexed
by the city.
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A Vision Delayed: Final Spring Mountain Ranch
phase approved 18 years after inception
(Note: This is the first of a two -week
series of stories about Spring Mountain
Ranch in McCall.)
BY MICHAEL WELLS
The Star -News
Spring Mounta in Ranch was Mc Call's first
planned community, boastinganine -hole golf
course, a luxurious community center and
other amenities.
When the project was first proposed in the
early 1990s, its unique appeal was expected
to drive sales of home sites.
But the market never developed for the
project, and much of the 400 acres was sold
off to be developed by others.
Last November, 18 years after its incep-
tion,thelastphaseof SpringMountain Ranch
was approved by the McCall City Council.
The fina126lots- Phase 5 - were approved
for development between Spring Mountain
Ranch Boulevard and Bitterroot Drive. The
land is owned by a Pennsylvania firm called
Three G Company.
Spring Mountain Ranch was born out
of the proposed Whispering Forest devel-
opment that promised 1,140 single - family
lots. That project never gained momentum,
mainly due to the proposed number of
homes.
In 1991, O'Neill Enterprises of Boise ac-
quired the 400 acres east of the McCall Golf
Course and planned a smaller development
of 750 units.
The mix would include single- family
homes, condominiums, and fractional own-
erships on large and small lots.
Due to the topography of the site - rang-
ing from flat meadows to steep, forested
slopes - the plan also envisioned clustered
home sites.
Faithful to Its Vision
Even though much of the project was
built by others, the mix of ownership that
resulted'is faithful to the original vision of
full -time residents, vacationers and part -
time residents, said Peter O'Neill, founder
of O'Neill Enterprises.
See RANCH, Page A-2
Ranch: Final phase approved 18 years after inception
(Continued from Page A -1)
The project's master plan
was approved in 1992 at the
same time there was ex-
citement over a proposed
four - season resort near Don-
nelly.
That proposed resort, then
called Val Bois, went bank-
rupt and was revived later by
the developers of Tamarack
Resort.
"The first Val Bois was
going and blowing," O'Neill
said. "I thought (the Spring
Mountain Ranch site) was a
spectacular piece of property,
and I always had a soft spot in
my heart for McCall."
O'Neill's group made good
on their promises to the city,
he said.
A big obstacle was having
to work with two competing
sewer agencies in the city and
the Payette Lakes Recreational
Water and Sewer District.
"Part way through they im-
posed a monumental impact
fee that increased the costs of
being able to use the sewer,"
O'Neill said. That made it
difficult for subcontractors to
pencil out their work.
As the market lagged,
O'Neill sold back parts of the
original development to previ-
ous owner Marvin Whiteman.
Those parcels would later be-
come Aspen Ridge and Spring
Mountain Meadows.
"Thelevelof activityof the
market was such that it didn't
make economic sense to take
down the land," O'Neill said.
"In reality the plan was more
aggressive than the market
could substantiate."
All developers go into devel-
opments with the knowledge
that the market will fluctuate,
O'Neill said.
"Somehow, Valley County
is able to accentuate the cycle,"
he said. "Nobody could antici-
pate the wild gyrations in that
market."
Along with the failure of
Val Bois, the wood products
industry declined in the late
1990s. It would eventually
almost come to a standstill
in 2001 with the shutdown of
the Boise Cascade sawmill in
Cascade.
"I'm still proud of the work
we did," O'Neill said. "We built
a nice clubhouse, golf course,
pool, tennis courts and bike
paths."
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Grand Payette Hotel given
extension by P &Z to 2011
BY MICHAEL WELLS
The Star -News
Bob Hunt's plans for a hotel
on the shore of Payette Lake
in downtown McCall received
another extension from the
McCall Area Planning & Zon-
ing Commission last week.
Hunt's approval for the
Grand Payette Hotel was ex-
tended to May 6, 2011 to allow
Hunt time to resolve a lawsuit
he filed against the owner of
the The Yacht Club building,
which is on the hotel site.
The commission voted
unanimously to approve the
extension, which does not
need to go before the McCall
City Council.
Hunt held an option to buy
the Yacht Club building with
plans to use it and an adjacent
lot as the site of the hotel.
When Hunt sought to exer-
cise that option in April 2009,
Yacht Club building owner
Keith Holloway refused to sell
the building.
Hunt sued Holloway in
July 2009 for fraud, breach of
contract and $1.5 million.
Hunt paid $10,000 per year
to keep the option viable as he
made plans for a hotel at the
location. He also spent more
than $1 million on design work
and planning, according to his
lawsuit.
Hunt wants to be repaid
$50,000 for the option payment
plus costs to obtain prelimi-
nary approvals for the planned
hotel and convention center.
He also wants to be paid
interest and other costs as-
sociated with the purchase
of the adjacent lot, time spent
on obtaining approvals and
lost profits. No trial date has
been set.
McCall Lodge joins 3 us to deliver revenue to the
Best Western chain /Best Western McCall Lodge
and Suites."
McCall Lodge and Suites,
at 211 S. Third St., McCall,
and owned by Teresita Cabe, is
now part of the national Best
Western brand.
The Best Western brand
is known for its commitment
to guest service, comfort
and value," said Mark Wil-
liams, vice president, North
American development for
Best Western International.
"These elements will enable
The nonsmoking hotel
has 66 rooms, including 21
suites, and offers. an indoor
heated swimming pool, hot
tub, dry sauna, 24 -hour fitness
center and a Complimentary
breakfast.
Rooms are equipped with
refrigerators, microwave ov-
ens and large work desk areas,
and the hotel has wireless
high -speed Internet. Rates
start at $75.50 per night.
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McCall gives approval for Pancake House landscaping %4
Talks continue on when
to pave the parking lot
BY MICHAEL WELLS
The Star -News
Bonnie Bertram has received approval
from the city of McCall for landscaping work
she performed without permission in June at
The Pancake and Christmas House, which she
owns.
McCall Community Development Director
Michelle Groenevelt approved the landscaping
work, tree removal and outdoor seating added
by Bertram.
But Groenevelt told Bertram that the outdoor
Pancake
seating could not be used to serve customers
without additional approvals.
Bertram said she has no plans on providing
table service to the outdoor seating.
"The outdoor seating is for waiting custom-
ers," she said. "They could take to -go orders
and sit out there."
Bertram removed boulders and trees in
June without seeking the city's approval. Her
business is located in the city's scenic route,
which requires approvals for changes to the
landscape.
Bertram was on the McCall City Council
when the city revamped its code in 2006 to
include the rule.
The city and Bertram have been in protracted
negotiations for Bertram to pave the parking lot
at the business on Third Street since 2008.
See PANCAKE, Page A -S
(Continued from Page A -1)
As a part of a development
agreement in 2007, Bertram
was to pave the parking lot.
She completed an expansion
but did not pave the lot
Bertram received a certifi-
cate of occupancy from the
city in February 2008 after she
agreed to pave her parking lot
by July 2008.
The parking lot remains
unpaved. Bertram's attorney
is in discussions with city
staff on a new agreement to
pave the parking lot by 2013.
The formal proposal has
not been presented to the city
council for consideration,
City Manager Lindley Kirk-
patrick said.
Bertram and the city have
come to an agreement for
Bertram to pay half of the
development fees that have
been outstanding since she
expanded her business in
2007. Bertrampaidthe city the
negotiated amount, $686.95,
two weeks ago.
Idaho State grad joins McCall Rite Aid as pharmacist
Karl Johnson has joined the Rite Aid pharmacy in McCall as a staff pharmacist.
Johnson will work with pharmacy manager Kevin Ellis to dispense high - quality
prescription drugs and sound health advice to their customers.
Johnson, 31, recently graduated with his doctor's of pharmacy degree from
Idaho State University. The Lewiston native is already familiar with the area,
having worked summer jobs as a bartender at Vigilantes in Donnelly and
Foresters Club in McCall.
"Our job is to provide maximum benefit with minimal risk for our customers, all
at an affordable price," he said.
Johnson will help customer wade through the many choices for prescription
drugs, including finding cheaper generic brands where possible.
He may also recommend that customers ask their doctors for prescriptions for
over - the - counter drug so they qualify under many health insurance plans.
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RA Johnson. the new
staff pharmacist at Rite
Aid in McCall, gets his
badge fi•om pharwnev
manager Kevin Ellis
Drug interactions are of primary importance to Johnson and his fellow Rite Aid employees. That is why
they take pains to know what other prescriptions a customer are taking,
Quality control is also a top priority, where a simple accidental transposing of number could have
dangerous results, he said.
The McCall Rite Aid pharmacy offers the same programs as Rite Aid pharmacies around the country,
including:
• 15 Minute Guarantee: Prescriptions are filled in 15 minutes or the customers gets a $5 Rite Aid gift
card.
• Medicare Part D: Customers can find out which Medicare prescription plans are available, what they
cover, and how much they cost.
• Immunizations: The McCall store offers flu shots as well as other immunizations including Hepatitis A
and B, pneumonia, shingles, tetanus and more.
• Automated Courtesy Refill Program. Rite Aid will automatically refill prescriptions before they run out
with this free service.
• Rx Savings Program: Those who enroll in this free program can save up to 20 percent on thousands
of prescription medications.
Johnson and his wife, Crystal, have three children, Christopher Sanford, 11, Konner, 8, and Carter, 7.
The pharmacy hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays, and
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays.
To contact Johnson or any other member of the Rite Aid pharmacy, call 634 -4929.
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Northfork Lodge reopens
under new owners
The Northfork Lodge inside
the McCall RV Resort is open
again for special events under
new ownership.
The lodge and RV park was
purchased in August by Grape-
vine 7, a Boise company that
owns seven RV resorts and two
manufactured housing com-
munities in Idaho and Arizona,
including The Chalet RV Park
in Donnelly.
The lodge can seat up to 150
people for banquets and has
hosted weddings, corporate
events, family reunions, char-
ity fundraisers, art: shows,
concerts, annual meetings and
birthday parties.
"We would encourage and
like to extend a personal invi-
tation to all members of the
McCall community to come
visit ourfacility and get to know
us,", Grapevine 7 President Kris
Freedman said.
The facility features land-
scaped patios, an outdoor
amphitheater and stage, pool,
spa and barbecue grill. Rates
start at $200 depending on the
type of event and number of
people attending, Freedman
said.
The RV resort has 117 spaces
and can expand to 120 more
future sites on the 55 -acre prop-
erty. There are also 10 portable
homes on the site that double as
overnight units in the summer.
Grapevine 7 is in the process of
acquiring those homes, Freed-
man said.
The overall facility, appeal of
McCall as a tourist and destina-
tion area, and the location next
to the North Fork of the Payette
River were among the factors
that influenced the company
to purchase the RV park and
lodge, he said.
Rates for the RV resort are
$40 daily, $249 weekly and $499
monthly from May 1 through
Sept. 30. Winter rates between
Oct.1 and April 30 are $38 daily,
$200 weekly and $399 monthly.
For information on rent-
ing the lodge or an RV space,
contact McCall RV Resort at
634 -5646 or mccallrvresort@
grapevine7.com.
Photo for The Star -News by Carissa Sindon
Fallon Fereday assembles an arrangement at Flora, which is
newly opened in McCall.
Flora helps people improve their
mood with flowers, atmosphere
Those stepping into Flora
Floral Design and Unique
Gifts will immediately feel
the serenity created by the
bright colors, ample natural
light and soft music.
That is exactly the type
of environment that owner
Fallon Fereday wants to cre-
ate for her customers when
she opened the flower shop
last week at 1002 First Street
next to The Star -News.
"People want an experi-
ence when they come in and
this is the perfect place,"
Fereday said.
After graduating from
the University of Idaho,
Fereday and her husband,
Scott, moved back to McCall
last year. Opening the flower
shop has allowed her to fol-
low her passion.
Fereday, a McCall native,
learned the art of flower ar-
ranging during high school
when she worked for The
Flower Merchant, a local
flower shop that has since
closed.
She has infused the natu-
ral unforced style that she
learned at the shop into her
own work.
"I let the flowers do the
work rather than me," she
said. "Flowers are pretty,
they don't really have to
try.
Those wanting flowers
can call or stop by the shop
and Fereday can usually
have a bouquet ready in 10
to 15 minutes. She also offers
flowers for special occasions,
including prom, weddings
and holidays.
"I take every order to
heart," she said. "I won't
send out something I'm not
happy with."
Besides beautiful flowers,
Fereday carries a variety
of gifts, including fragrant
Illume candles, natural Big
Dipper beeswax candles,
greeting cards and Cucina
kitchen products.
She focuses on carrying
products that make less of an
impact environmentally and
those that are not available
at other places in town.
"I wanted somethingnew
and unique, gifts that people
could enjoy," she said.
Fereday also offers vas-
es, silk flowers, flowering
plants and European gar-
dens which include several
flowering plants arranged
together to create a small
garden.
Flora Floral Design and
Unique Gifts is open Monday
through Saturday from 10
a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Call 634 -1322
or go to www floramccall.
com.
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Housing sales continue stagnant course
Cascade bucks trend by selling more homes at higher price
Sales of homes in the area remained flat during the first nine months of 2011, according to figures.
A total of 278 homes were sold in Valley County and Meadows Valley in Adams County between
January and September, according to figures provided by the Mountain Central Association of Realtors.
That compares to 276 homes sold during the same period in 2010, according to the Realtors'
association.
Of the 2011 total, 140 sales, or 50 percent, were homes in which the asking price was less than the
mortgage owed or properties that had been taken back by lenders, the report said. That percentage was
56 percent in 2010.
Broken down by region, there were 148 homes sold in the McCall area during the first nine months of
2011 compared with 153 homes sold in the same period in 2010.
In the Donnelly area, which includes Tamarack Resort, 57 homes were sold so far this year compared
with 60 homes sold last year.
In the New Meadows area, 26 homes were sold this year compared with 29 homes sold between
January and September of 2010.
The only area where home sales went up was in Cascade, where 47 homes were sold so far this year
compared to 34 homes sold during the same period last year.
The median price homes sold so far this year dropped in all areas except in Cascade, where the
median price went up_
In McCall the median price dropped from $259,000 last year to $213,000 this year. In Donnelly, the
median price of a home went from $164,000 last year to $132,000 this year.
In New Meadows the median price of a home dropped from $161,000 for the first nine months of 2010 to
$148,00 so far this year_
The exception was Cascade, where the median price of home rose from $116,000 last year to
$132,000 this year.The exception was Cascade, were the median price of home rose from $116,000 last
year to $132,000 this year.
Sales of home lots took a big slide this year over last year, with 30 percent fewer lots sold over last
year. A total of 96 home lots have been sold in the region this year compared with 136 lots sold last
year.
Cascade was again the exception, with 20 bare lots sold so far this year compared with 17 lots sold
last year.
Business sales also continued to be in a slump,
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Ridley's McCall store gets high marks for service, management
McCall's Ridley's Market branch was honored with five awards, including top prizes for customer
service and management. The awards were made during the store's annual company ceremony last
month.
Competing among about 20 stores in four states, McCall's
Ridley's won awards for its meat department and produce
department.
The store also won two "mystery shopper" awards, where
the store's customer service and operations were evaluated
by an undercover employee from Ridley's.
The McCall store also the won Best Operational Control
award, which honors the branch's management in
budgeting, labor control, store conditions, and other
operations.
Store manager Travis Nagle said the awards were an
honor and that the store's success is attributed to its 55
employees and managers.
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"The systems are in place, and these employees come in and give 110 percent every day," Nagle
said. "It makes a difference for our store."
Accolades are nothing new to this Ridley's branch. Or to its individual employees. This is the third year
in a row that meat department manager James Truman has won an award for best conditions.
"I hold myself to such a high standard, I keep things clean, and I teach my guys to do the same thing,"
Truman said.
Shane Mclnroy, Ridley's produce manager for the last two years, won an award for highest sales
increase in his department. This is the second year in a row Mclnroy has won this award.
"I've made specific changes, and I've got great help in this department, merchandizing, cleanliness,"
Mclnroy said. "Especially bring in a tourist area, there's so much potential (for growth)."
Both Mclnroy and Truman have experience in store management from jobs at other Ridley's branches,
and both say that has something to do with their success as department managers now.
"The more experience and years you have in management, great things come out of you - it's a ripple
effect," Truman said.
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Xoflt; V,illiams earns top ranking in production
Keller Williams Realty Boise has been named No. 1 in highest productivity per office among firms
featured in the Real Trends 500.
Keller Williams Realtors in Boise, Nampa and McCall produced 3,136 dosed transaction sides in
2011.
McCall Realtors include Janet Zandersmith and Bryant and Beau Reinhard.
"We are so proud of our Keller Williams Realtors; CEO Carla Thompson said. 'They have
demonstrated to the nation their devotion to taking care of our community.
"As the economy has continued to shift, our Keller Williams Realtors have remained leaming -based
and progressive -ready to adapt as needed to ensure the utmost in professional representation,
Thompson said.
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The Best Western Plus McCall Lodge & Suites has received the Best Western Director's Award for
outstanding quality standards.
The Director's Award recognizes Best Western International hotels scoring in the top 20 percent of all
2,400 North American properties in cleanliness and maintenance.
Hotels must also meet Best Western's requirements for design and high customer service scores to
quality for the distinction.
"The Director's Award is an important symbol of success," General Manager Iva Eskelson sad. 'This
award confirms our commitment to providing quality accommodations for our guests
Located at 211 S. 3rd St., the Best Western Plus McCall Lodge & Suites features 66 guest rooms,
complimentary hot breakfast each morning, meeting space, swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi, fitness
center, two business centers, free wireless, cell service throughout the hotel and warm cookies served in
the evening.
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Realtors, title company raise funds for food bank
The Mountain Central Association of Realtors has issued a challenge grant offering to match
donations up to $5,000 for the construction of a new food bank building in McCall.
First American Title of McCall has added $2,500 to the challenge grant, meaning up to $15,000 could
be raised for the food bank.
Funds raised would be put toward construction of a permanent home for the Heartland Hunger
Resource Center, which has secured land from Valley County near the Valley County Courthouse
Annex off Deinhard land in McCall.
The new building's design will be more practical and functional, will give easier access to those who
most need its services, and bring dignity to clients, according to the hunger center. The new building will
offer an indoor wading area and a sheltered entrance to make the experience more comfortable.
Members of the Mountain Central Association of Realtors represent buyers and sellers of properties in
Valley, Adams and Idaho counties.
Donations may be mailed to MCAR, PO Box, 873 McCall, ID 83638. For questions, contact the
association at 630 -5031 or mcar @parkplacemccall -com.
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McCall Insurance to provide Allied products
Allied Insurance has named McCall Insurance and agent Shawn Bennett as a provider of Allied
property - casualty insurance.
McCall Insurance an independent insurance agency offering a full line of insurance products and
services. As an appointed Allied agency, Bennett offers Allied's personal lines products such as
homeowners, auto and umbrella insurance as well as business and farm protection.
"Allied Insurance customers know that they can count on premier service in every interaction with us,"
Allied regional vice president James E. Larsen said. "Residents of Valley County can count on that same
level of service from McCall Insurance and Shawn."
McCall Insurance is located at 106 E. Park St., No. 105. Contact Bennett at 634 -3993 or
shawn@insuremcr-all.com.
Allied Insurance is a property and casualty insurer established in Des Moines, Iowa, in 1929 that
operates in 34 states through a network of independent agents.
Allied has been a member of the Nationwide family of companies since 1998, and is responsible for
the company's independent agency system.
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Mulnick celebrates 30 years of chiropractic practice
Dr. Uma Mulnick of Back Country Chiropractic and Wellness Center is celebrating 30 years in practice,
with 22 of those years in McCall.
"I feel so fortunate to have had these years with wonderful patients," Mulnick said
"They have taught me so much as well as it is very rewarding to watch people get out of pain and
improve the quality of their health, and ultimately, their lives," she said.
An open house that had been scheduled for next week has been postponed.
During the past three years, Mulnick has become involved with painting mandalas and offering
workshops. She will reduce her hours at the clinic to pursue her art.
"The mandala is another form of a healing art — I'm just expanding my offerings as a healer," Mulnick
said. "I'm also fortunate to have my husband, Dr. Irwin Mulnick, in the practice to help take care of the
overflow."
October is National Chiropractic month with the theme of "Get Your Game On." For information, go to
www.backcountrychiropractic.com or call 634 -8129.
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McCall chamber urges businesses to decorate for fall
McCall businesses owners are being asked to decorate their storefronts to celebrate "Fall in McCall."
The McCall Area Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring the decorating contest, which can include
anything from a pumpkins to scarecrows to festive corn stalks.
Owners who get their businesses decorated by Monday will be included on a "Fall in McCall" tour map
to be published by the chamber. Those who enter also have a chance to win a $50 gift certificate from
Steamers.
The After School Program of the PLCA4Kids is building scarecrows that will be delivered to
businesses in return for a donation to the program.
For information or to register a business, write to info @mccallchamber.org or call 6347631.
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Bent cable causes Internet blackout in McCall area
A bent fiber -optic cable near Mountain Home on Tuesday caused a blackout of Internet access and e-
mail for several hours for customers of Frontier Communications.
The blackout was logged as starting about 10:45 a.m. with service returned about 3:30 p.m., said
Richard Jayo of McCall, Frontier's manager for eastern, southern and north - central Idaho.
About 4,500 customers were affected from Horseshoe Bend and Garden Valley on the south to White
Bird on the north, Jayo said.
The line that was bent did not belong to Frontier, but is owned by Intregra Telecom, a Portland
company that provides Internet services from Salt Lake City to Frontiers network.
The problem happened about 10 miles southeast of Mountain Home, Integra spokesperson Scenna
Shipley - Tabesh said.
"The fiber cable was not completely severed," Shipley- Tabesh said. "It was bent, causing some of the
fibers in the cable to break."
The exact cause of the bent cable had not been determined as of Wednesday, she said.
There was no back -up service for the cable that was bent, Jayo said.
St. Luke's McCall is served by Frontier, but escaped the outage because the hospital is served by a
backup fiber optic line recently completed from the west, Jayo said.
Frontier will now look at whether acquiring backup service for the Integra line would be worth the cost,
he said.
"It was a tough day and we take It very, very seriously,' Jayo said. "Every time there is an outage of
any kind there is a learning process."
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River's Edge takes photos that make you smile
Photos with feelings is the specialty of River's Edge Photography in McCall.
The photo studio and gallery has opened at 313 McBride
Street where owner Shelby Monroe practices a trade she
has enjoyed throughout her life.
"Growing up in Burns, Ore., I was known as the one who
always had a camera in my hand taking pictures so I could
always remember all of the memories I was making,"
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River's Edge Photography specializes in engagements and weddings, senior and family portraits,
maternity and newborns, sports action and special events, and animals and landscape photography.
Photos can be taken in Monroe's professionally outfitted studio or on location.
River's Edge Photography is currently offering a special for high school senior portraits. Students who
sign up with a friend can get 15 percent off.
"Pictures make you feel things, meaning they make you smile, laugh, sometimes cry and in a way
bring back the feelings you felt on the day that photograph was taken,” Monroe said. "My job is to create
images and memories for your family that will last a lifetime."
Portrait sessions start at $125, and wedding packages start at $700.
Contact Monroe at (208) 870 -4097 or shelby @riversedge - photography.com or go to www.riversedge-
photography.com.
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Sadie Noah honored by Idaho Association of Realtors
McCall Realtor Sadie Noah was recognized at the 2012 Idaho Association of Realtors state
conference earlier this month for her year of service as president of the association.
The conference, held at the Coeur d'Alene Resort, attracted Realtors and real estate
industry professionals from across Idaho as well as national officers and nationally
4 recognized guest speakers.
At the inaugural dinner Noah received a standing ovation and was presented with a
N-h Crystal Gavel sent by Moe Veissi, 2012 President of the National Association of Realtors.
Noah was also inducted into the Omega Tau Rho Fraternity, a select group of Realtor members
nationwide recognized for their exemplary service to their state and national associations.
Noah is an associate broker with Creed Noah Real Estate Company in McCall. She holds several
nationally recognized real estate designations and has been licensed since 1996.
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Shore Lodge earns second nod From Wine Spectator
The Narrows restaurant at Shore Lodge in McCall has earned its second Award of Excellence from
Wine Spectator magazine.
The award recognizes The Narrows for having a unique and outstanding wine list as it relates to the
restaurant's cuisine, in price and style, as well as appeal to a wide range of consumers.
"To be recognized for a second year by such an esteemed panel is truly a milestone achievement for
our wine program," said Dave Boyle, restaurant and wine manager of The Narrows.
Wine Spectator noted that the restaurant has especially strong selections from Oregon, California and
Washington that are priced moderately without compromising quality.
"We've sought out to establish The Narrows as a premier dining destination in the Northwest, and
creating a refined, localized food and beverage program that continues to earn accolades is paramount
to achieving that goal," Boyle said.
The Narrows features local and regional wines that are sourced directly by Boyle and his team of in-
house experts. Guests Gan savor interesting sips from areas such as Walla Walla, Wash., and the
Snake River Valley.
The Narrows boasts an array of dishes that highlight seasonal ingredients. McCall huckleberries and
morel mushrooms are complimented by organic Oregon beef and Idaho lamb.
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Light My Fire: Donnelly man leads crew to make fire starters for winter warmth
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Kermit Peterson is Donnelly's resident expert at starting fires. So much so that he's created his own
product, made of egg cartons, candle wax and dryer lint.
Peterson and a group of helpers makes thousands of fire
starters every year in his garage and gives them the St.
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to sell.
He also distributes them to seniors at the McCall
Community Congregational Church, where he attends.
"The idea came from the fact that people bum wood for
heat, including myself," said
Peterson, who has been making these fire starters for
more than 10 years. "You have to keep kindling and paper in
the house, and I thought, why use all of that?"
The fire starters are also a great way to make use of
recyclable material, Peterson said.He started canvassing
local thrift stores for old candles, and after a while, got the
idea to give away the fire starters for them to sell.
"I made them for myself, and others saw it and thought it
was pretty neat," Peterson said.
On Sunday, Peterson gathered with about a half dozen
helpers to assemble some of the fire starters. He soaked
egg cartons in wax and let them cool before the crew arrived.
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seal the material in. The wax has to be just the right temperature or it will bleed through the cartons, he
said
Janice Butner, a fellow churchgoer and friend, said the project is helping a lot of people.
"Everybody's just real happy to get those fire starters," Butner said. "The thrift store is always asking
him for more."
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Hurricane Sandy interrupts Idaho First Bank processing
The effects of Hurricane Sandy found its way into Idaho, with transactions at Idaho First Bank
disrupted by the storm.
The bank's Item Processing Center in Lyndhurst, N.J., was damaged by the hurricane and all non-
electronic transactions from Monday and Tuesday had not been processed as of Wednesday.
"Our staff is working diligently to resolve this issue to minimize the impact on our customers," said
bank CEO Greg Lovell. All customer information and money is secure, Lovell said.
"Idaho First Bank is closely monitored by the State of Idaho Department of Finance and the FDIC and
all deposits are insured by the FDIC," finance department Director Gavin Gee said. "We appreciate the
prompt and urgent response of Idaho First Bank to meet their customer's needs.
"We will continue to work to provide complete access to customer accounts and to minimize any
financial impacts as a result of this outage," Lovell said. "All service charges incurred as a result of this
natural disaster will be waived or refunded." For questions, call 6341000.
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Yacht Club Lounge shut down for back sales taxes
The Yacht Club Lounge in downtown McCall closed last week after state officials seized the bar's
liquor license for nonpayment of sales taxes.
The license was seized on Oct 30 by the Idaho State Tax Commission after a lien was placed by the
state for the unpaid taxes.
Information on the website of the Idaho Secretary of State says the lien amount is for $145,410.10.
"I am closed for good' said Lem Malone, who operated The Yacht Club for the past 10 years. Malone
declined to elaborate on the reason for the closure, saying it was "complicated."
The owner of the building, Bob Hunt of McCall, said he was trying to have the liquor licence
transferred to him so that the bar could be reopened.
"I am in negotiations with other prospective tenants and feel comfortable that it will re -open in the next
two to three weeks under the same name with new owners," said Hunt, who also owns The Hunt Lodge,
Super 8 Lodge and America's Best Value Inn and Suites in McCall.
The tax lien must first be released by the state before a transfer to Hunt can occur, said Jaimy Adams
of Alcohol Beverage Control, a division of Idaho State Police.
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Nail tech Cordtz joins Personalized Healing
Jeanie Cordtz has joined Personalized Healing in McCall as a natural nail technician.
Cordtz is known in the community as "Ms. Jeanie" from the
Children's House day care in McCall.
She has five years experience as a natural nail tech, is
trained in reflexology, and is certified in chair massage.
Cordtz uses only Earth - friendly natural nail products
derived from farm crops without petroleum ingredients. Her
products are non - toxic, non - carcinogenic and biodegradable.
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menthyl soyate from soya oil, vegetable glycerin, and D- limonene from orange, which produce no
chemical fumes.
All nail care services come with a reflexology foot or hand massage. Schedule an appointment now to
take advantage of the spa's new pedicure chair with warm -jetted foot bath organic sugar scrub /message
lotion.
The spa also is offering a variety of specials for November. Contact Cordtz directly at 315 -1175 or call
Personalized Healing at 634 -4325.
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AmeriGas donates $5,250 to McCall, Cascade schools
AmeriGas has donated $5,250 to three area schools as part of its annual customer receipt program.
The company donated $2,000 each to Barbara Morgan Elementary School and Payette Lakes Middle
School in McCall and $1,249 to Cascade Elementary School
The company donated two cents for every gallon of propane listed on customer receipts collected by
the schools up to $2,000, said Larry Henggeler, district manager for AmeriGas and V -1 Propane.
Payette Lakes Middle School will use the money for its reading incentive program and positive
behavior supports program as well as for recess equipment, Principal Susan Buescher said.
The Morgan school will place its money in the student -body account for such activities as assemblies
and to benefit the fifth grade Self- Manager Program, Principal Jim Foudy said
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Bear Creek Lodge honored by snowmobile group
Bear Creek Lodge near McCall has been honored as Business of the Year by the Idaho State
Snowmobile Association.
"Bear Creek Lodge has shown its support for all forms of outdoor recreation," said John Traska of
Meridian, the awards chairman for the association.
"They have provided lodging and facilities for many events in the past," Traska said. "The owners and
staff are very pleasant and go out of their way to ensure that all guests have a very enjoyable stay."
The snowmobile association gives yearly awards to recognize individuals, businesses and dealers
across the state that provide public awareness about the group's mission, he said.
"We preserve our sport, but in doing so we preserve access for all outdoor activities including cross -
country skiing, hiking. ATV and motorcycle riding, and even boating,' Traska said.
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Hill joins Hinson's as sales representative
Bryan Hill has traded in his spatula to become the newest sales representative at Hinson's Power
Sports in McCall
Hill is known to the community as the owner of Bryan's
Burger Den in McCall for 24 years. More recently, he has
worked behind the grill at Mile High Marina in McCall the
past three summers.
"After taking a break, I became restless and needed to get
back in the groove," Hill said. "Having lived in McCall for the
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past 28 years we have found there is no better place to be
but home."
Hill will introduce customers of Hinson's to the latest
models of Ski -Doo, Polaris and Yamaha snowmobiles,
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last years winter apparel, and a free 509 Films snowmobile video will be given away for every purchase
of $75 or more
Hinson's Power Sports is located at 13924 Highway 55 just south of McCall. Call 634 -7007.
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A -1 Heating offer ductless heating systems
A -1 Heating and Air Conditioning in McCall is now offering efficient and effective ductless heating and
cooling systems.
A ductless system is a highly efficient, easy -to- install zonal heating and cooling
system that uses 25 percent to 50 percent less energy, A -1 Owner Scott Privette
said.
"They are ideal for homes with electric heat, for new construction, remodels and
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additions, and for consumers who can't afford expensive duct work," Privette said.
Ductless systems recently have surged in popularity, thanks to Northwest
utilities and the NW Ductless Heat Pump Project, he said.
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For more information, contact A -1 Heating at 634 -1586.
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McCall Boat Works to open showroom, retail space
McCall Boat Works will soon have a new location near downtown McCall for the convenience of its
customers.
A new showroom, sales and retail area will be located at 1300 Roosevelt St. next to the Alpine
Playhouse and a short distance from Payette Lake.
Remodeling of the current building on the site will begin in the spring, owner Don Hardy said.
McCall Boat Works is a full service company that has been restoring, building and maintaining antique
wooden boats for a decade.
Hardy has added fiberglass boats to his lines in addition to a large selection of antique wooden boats
with the names Chris Craft, Gar Wood and Century, all in stock.
The business also has a large assortment of parts and accessories for antique and classic wooden
boats.
McCall Boat Works has five employees that works at the company's carpentry shop on Boydstun Lane
and has more than 33,000 square feet of boat storage space in McCall.
Hardy is also one of the founding members of the annual wooden and classic boat show held on
Payette Lake each summer.
Contact McCall Boat Works at (208) 941 -5402 or go to www.mccallboatworks.com.
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Pancake House to pave parking lot by October 2013
McCall to allow restaurant to delay building sidewalks
BY KENDEL MURRANT
For The Star -News
The owners of The Pancake and Christmas House in McCall will pave the parking lot at the business
by October 2013 under an agreement approved last week by the McCall City Council.
The council approved the deal made between restaurant owners Bonnie and George Bertram with City
Manager Gene Drabinski.
The agreement allows the Bertrams to delay required construction of sidewalks, curbs, and gutters in
front of the business along Third Street until similar improvements are planned in the vicinity.
The agreement comes after more than five years of tension, litigation, then stalemated communication
between the Bertrams and the city on the issue.
"The Bertrams and the city are on exactly the same page," Drabinski said. "Both parties want that
parking lot paved."
Bonnie Bertram did to respond to a request by The Star -News to comment on the agreement.
"Now we're exploring on how to get that larger project," Drabinski said, adding that the city is
considering ways to fund street improvements in the area that includes The Pancake House.
Sticking Point
The sidewalks, curbs and gutters construction has been a sticking point for Bertram since the original
land use agreement was approved in April 2007.
The mandate comes from a 2006 city code revision passed by the city council at the height of McCall's
economic boom. Bertram was a city council member at the time that code was approved.
The code states that businesses that plan on new construction or renovations beyond a certain price
point are obligated to build sidewalks, curbs and gutters.
That requirement drew opposition from the Bertrams through their attorney Victor Villegas of Boise.
"Funding such public projects is not the responsibility of a private business, and to require such from a
private citizen or business is well beyond the authority and powers of a municipal government," Villegas
wrote in a letter sent to the city last December.
The original land use agreement signed by Bertram on April 30, 2007 stated that Bertram should have
the parking lot paved by July 2007. That deadline was extended to July 15, 2008, but the lot was never
paved.
Bertram was charged on Dec. 2, 2008, with a misdemeanor for breaking the land use agreement. She
pleaded not guilty, and the case was dropped on Jan. 2, 2009.
One reason the Bertrams had resisted paving the parking lot was the cost, which had been estimated
between at $80,000 and $100,000.
Bertram had said she would rather save the money to keep her workers employed during difficult
economic times.
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The Pancake House gives $20 certificates to all M -D
students, staff in wake of Conn. shootings
BY TONI ORt.7TE
The Star-N ms
Each student and staff member of McCal - Donnelly School District has been given a $20 gift certificate
to The Pancake and Christmas House in McCall.
Owners Bonnie and George Bertram made the donation last week in the aftermath of the school
shooting in Newtown, Conn., that left 26 first - graders, teachers and staffers dead.
"We cannot do much for the families in Newtown, Conn., but we can reach out to our students and
teachers to let them know how much we value and appreciate them," a statement by the Bertrams said.
"It is our hope that this will provide an opportunity for families to join together for a meal," the
statement said.
A total of 1,104 certificates were handed out by members of the M-D district office who donated their
lunch and break time to help distribute them, M -D Superintendent Glen Szymoniak said.
The certificates can been redeemed anytime for the next year. If all 1,104 certificates are used, that
would be the equivalent of $22,080 in free meals.
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2012 home sales stay even with 2011; Realtors optimistic
Prices of homes sold in McCall, Donnelly increase
"In the prior year buyers abided to the Three Ls: Look like, leave. Now they look and plunk
their money down. "— Bob Crawford
BY TOM OROTE
The Stao-News
The number of homes sold in the region during 2012 stayed nearly even with 2011, and local Realtors
say there are positive signs in those figures.
Atotal of 398 homes were sold in Valley County and Meadows Valley last year compared with 387
homes sold during 2011, an increase of 3 percent, according to the Multiple Listing Service of the
Mountain Central Association of Realtors.
Home sales have been about the same the past four years in the region, with 405 homes sold in 2009
and 386 homes sold in 2010.
The trend continued last year where a significant portion of the homes sold last year were either
owned by lenders after repossession or were due to lenders willing to take less than the mortgage owed
on the house.
Such distressed sales made up 40 percent of the 2012 total, compared to 54 percent distressed sales
in 2012, the MLS report said.
Broken down by region, the McCall area saw the greatest increase in home sales, or 9 percent. That
surge offset modest increases or decreases in sales in other areas. A total of 221 homes sold in McCall
last year, compared with 202 in 2011.
Sales in the Donnelly area, which includes Tamarack Resort, were up 2 percent, with 92 homes sold
in 2012 compared with 90 the previous year.
"A lot of it had to do with the attitude of the buyers," said Bob Crawford of Crawford Olson Real Estate
in McCall.
"In the prior year buyers abided to the Three Ls: Look, like, leave," Crawford said. "Now they look and
plunk their money down. They are buying what they want, not necessarily chasing the bargains."
In the Cascade area, home sales were down 6 percent, from 62 to 58. In the Meadows Valley area,
sales dropped 18 percent, from 33 homes sold in 2011 to 27 in 2012.
Buyers Paying More
A bright spot in the annual report was in the price of homes purchased, which increased last year.
The median price of a home sold in McCall last year was $273,000 compared with $219,000 in 2011.
The median price of a home in the Donneliyframarack area was $215,000 compared to $189,000 the
previous year, the MLS report said.
The main reason for the increase in the sale price is the number of expensive homes sold in the
McCall area, said Steve Jones of Crawford Olson Real Estate.
In 2012, eight homes sold at more than $1 million with the most expensive selling for $2.5 million,
Jones said. Only three homes sold in 2011 for more than $1 million, he said.
"So not only is the sales volume starting to increase in the McCall area, interest in higher priced
homes, mostly on Payette Lake, have increased as well," Jones said.
The same trend could not be reported in New Meadows, where medium sales price was about
$154,000 in 2012 compared to $153,000 last year, and in Cascade, where the median price in 2012 was
$122,000 in compared with $127,000 in Cascade.
The steady stream of shoppers for new homes have until recently been reluctant to commit due to the
poor economy, said Mike Anderson of The McCall Real Estate Co.
"However, continuing interest in our area indicates a pent -up demand that will be satisfied eventually,"
Anderson said. "The trend is positive."
Buyers were not quick to step up with their money last year, however. Sellers had to wait between five
and six months before their homes sold, the MLS report said.
Lot Sales Increase
Another positive change in the marketplace in 2012 was in sales of bare lots, which surged from 1 in
2011 to 177 in 2012, an increase of 25 percent.
Cascade led the area with a 32 percent increase in lot sales, from 10 to 17, while McCall posted a 25
percent rise, from 59 lots sold in 2011 to 74 last year.
A total of 25 percent of the lots sold last year were either bank -owned or sold for less than what was
owed on the property. That compared to percent of lots sales in 2011 that were distressed sales.
The steady rate of home sales has cleared out excess inventory and is a contributing factor for
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increased lot sales. said Jean Odmark of The McCall Real Estate Co.
"There are few fixer uppers still on the market and bottom- feeding investors are no longer able to find
deals," Odmark said
Increased lot sales will mean more new construction which will get the construction industry moving,
she said.
Sales of commercial properties remained flat in 2012 as well, according to the MLS report. There were
14 commercial sales in 2012 compared with 11 in 2011.
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Rupert's chef named semi-finalist in James Beard awards
Chef Gary Kucy of Rupert's Restaurant at Hotel McCall has been selected as a
semi - finalist in the 2013 James Beard Foundation Awards.
Kucy was nominated in the category of "Best Chef: Northwest."
The James Beard Awards is the nation's most prestigious recognition program
honoring professionals in the food and beverage industry.
Kucy, along with 19 other semi - finalists in his category, was chosen from a pool
of more than 44,000 online nominations as examples of chefs who have set new
or consistent standards of excellence in their respective regions.
The James Beard Foundation will announce the final five nominees in each
category on March 18 with top honors awarded on May s.
"I have worked with and admired many of the past nominees and winners of
James Beard Awards, but not once did I think I would be recognized by such a
prestigious organization of food lovers," Kucy said.
"We have always felt that Gary is something special and as good as any chef
out there," said David Carey, owner of Rupert's Restaurant at Hotel McCall.
"We hope this attracts some well- deserved attention to his craft and to Idaho,"
Carey said.
Kucy came to Idaho in 2005 when he opened and became executive chef of
Morel's restaurant at Tamarack Resort.
In 2009, Kucy joined the Rupert's team as executive chef of both Rupert's
Restaurant and the Jug Mountain Ranch Clubhouse Restaurant.
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Salmon Rapids Lodge in Riggins has become an independent, non- franchise property, the lodge
owners have announced.
The 55 -room lodge has been family owned and operated since its opening 13 years ago under the
Best Western franchise.
The lodge remains in good standing with Best Western and is making the change in order to have
more local control and to offer a more tailored experience to its guests, President Mike DeBoer said.
"Being an independent property gives us the freedom to focus on services unique to the Salmon River
area," DeBoer said. "Our goal is to invest in the amenities that highlight our unique, remote location."
Salmon Rapids Lodge has recently upgraded all of its rooms with flat screen televisions, new
mattresses and bedding.
The local knowledge of the lodge staff allows visitors to add raft trips, fishing trips, scenic hikes and
even horseback riding to a guest's lodging reservation, DeBoer said
"We've always offered a lot of extra services that make us more like a classic river lodge than a
franchise," he said. "This step allows us to further that mission and offer even more value to our loyal
and repeat guests.'
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Smokin Spirits offers great prices, wide selection
A wide selection of cigars, cigarettes, beer and wine at low prices awaits customers at Smokin Spirits,
newly opened in McCall.
Smokin Spirits is located on Railroad Street next to Pat's
Glass. Owner Kevin Zubieta opened the store after working
14 years as a soft drink distributor in the McCall area.
"I've always wanted to be an entrepreneur and own my
own business, and McCall has offered me the opportunity,"
said Zubieta, who is originally from Elko, Nev.
Smokin Spirits is designed for the those who want quick
service, good selection and great pricing on case beer, craft
beer, cigarettes, soft drinks and energy drinks.
But fans of great wine and quality cigars also will be
surprised at the selection offered. A humidor protects the
freshness of abroad array of cigars in a variety of styles and Ke,w Zubietacb *pl thevmetc of pmtwts
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"This is the perfect place for someone to stop on their way to a day on the lake or in the woods, or just
headed home for the evening," Zubieta said.
Smokin Spirits is also a dealer of Vapoligy electronic cigarettes and Niquid a -juice flavors for those
looking to quit smoking.
The store also sells Ivana B. Skinny Cocktail Flavored Wine Drinks, specialty tobacco products,
Hookahs and Shisha flavored tobacco, cigar cutters and lighters.
Zubieta is happy to place special orders for items not found in his store. When not working, he enjoys
hunting, fishing and skiing.
Smokin Spirits is open Mondays through Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays
9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sundays 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 630 -3495.
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nms target Idaho Power customers in McCall
Owners of several small businesses in McCall have reported a telephone scam targeting Idaho Power
Co. customers, the company reported.
The fraudulent callers have been contacting small business owners demanding payments to avoid
disconnection, a news release said.
Last year, residential customers began reporting a scam directed at Hispanic customers with phone
calls in Spanish, demanding payments and personal information for the purpose of identity theft.
In March, Asian restaurants reported receiving similar threatening calls.
Idaho Power is working with the Idaho Attorney General's office and the Better Business Bureau on
the scam, Idaho Power Customer Service Manager Maggie Brilz said.
"We continue to advise our customers to not make payments to these callers, or disclose any personal
or account information to anyone claiming to be from Idaho Power," Brilz said.
"If you are concerned about the legitimacy of a call from Idaho Power, just hang up the phone and call
us directly at the Customer Service Center," she said. To report a fraudulent call, contact Idaho Power
Co. at (800) 488 -6151.
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Southside Grill opens with new aviation theme, menu
Melinda Nielsen, owner of the reinvented Southside Grill in McCall, knew she was onto something
when the compliments started coming in.
"Guests are calling me over to their tables to tell me how
excited they are about the changes we've made to the menu r °
and the decor," Nielsen said.
Southside Grill, which celebrates its Grand Reopening this
weekend, is a "progression" of the 35 year -old Si Bueno
Southside Grill, which has been known primarily for its
Mexican cuisine.
"The most popular Mexican items are still on the menu,"
Nielsen said. "But the emphasis has shifted to more varied
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surveys and feedback from customers.
In keeping with the goal to break out of the Mexican constraint, Southside Grill has taken on an
aviation theme to play up its convenient location next to the McCall Airport.
The restyled restaurant entry sports a mural of a vintage airplane and clever aviation related accents.
Guests can order a Top Flight Manhattan or Aviation Cocktail from the bar to enjoy with a Plane Burger,
Fly Boy Steak or Red Baron Pasta, to name a few of the playfully titled menu options.
"Since our start, we have changed many times. However the airport has always held a special
connection for us," Nielsen said.
Meg Henderson and Rebecca West of Studio 616 advised on the new decor, and the new colors and
final look were completed with the help of Laura Whalen.
A DC -3 airplane floats on a panel of canvas and metal by Adrieanne Meckel in the entry. Rodrigo's
Aviators Bar showcases a metal encased bar designed by Scott Wakefield to look like aircraft parts
paired with aviation collectibles of NWsen's, area pilots, customers and friends. The changes also reflect
suggestions by employees.
Southside Grill regularly invites new area chefs into the kitchen to offer uniquely flavorful entrees and
variety to the menu.
Margaret Odom, Maria Titcze, Mary Clemmer and Amy Klingler all have influenced the new fare. Staff
shops local produce stands to enhance the restaurant's preferred cooking method of grilling vegetables,
fish and steaks.
The expanded salad bar has 18 ingredient choices, and the menu gives a nod to more health
conscious customers by offering small plates and other healthful options. All food sources are either
local or regional.
"We are proud of our past and excited about our future," Nielsen said. "Locals will always know us as
Si Bueno, and that's just fine." Southside Grill is open at 11 a.m. daily and is located at 339 Deinhard
Lane. For reservations call 208 634 -2128.
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2 Sisters offer locals 'old - fashioned country store
Long time residents of Long Valley and Sisters to boot, Kristen DeGarimore and Debbie Roberts,
wanted to open an old - fashioned country store where locals can pick up essentials - and something
special - without having to drive all the way into town.
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town to get it, it's a 20- minute trip.' DeGarimore said.
The store is a place to pick up essentials, like milk, eggs or brown sugar and a variety of canned
goods, she said. But 2 Sisters offers many unique items too, including cheeses and meats in the deli.
The store has a selection of 20 cheeses on rotation, including specialty cheeses like gouda from
Holland and horseradish havarti.
They also have homemade bratwurst and sausages, as well as other deli meats like prosciutto and
salami. The store also sell delicious meats smoked in -house by Penelope, their bright pink, pig - shaped
Traeger smoker.
The sisters offer to-go items for breakfast, lunch and dinner from burritos to whole smoked chickens,
and baked goods like scones, muffins, and cookies.
DeGarimore has worked as a baker for restaurants in Las Vegas, Sun Valley and the McCall area.
Roberts, is a talented home cook.
Together they have created menus for their breakfast and lunch items that can satisfy almost anyone's
palate.
The country store also features animal feed and sale blocks for backyard farmers in the area.
The families of DeGarimore and Roberts have also contributed to the store's inventory, including
wildlife furnishings by Roberts' husband, John, and son Hunter, homemade wooden toys by their father,
Bob, quilts by their mother, Sharon, felled hats by sister Dana and wool hook rugs by sister Diana.
"Even though it's called 2 Sisters, it's truly a family enterprise,' DeGarimore said.
"We invite everyone to stop by and see what we have to offer, enjoy old fashioned hospitality and the
charm of a country store experience," Roberts said.
2 Sisters is open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. seven days a week. For more information, call 6346375 or find
2 Sisters Country Store on Facebook.
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Huckleberry Patches to be featured in Quilt Sampler magazine
Huckleberry Patches in McCall has been chosen as one of the 10 featured shops across the United
States for the Fall/Winter 2013 issue of Quilt Sampler magazine, published by Better Homes and
Gardens.
To celebrate, the store's owners are throwing a party from
1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the store, located at 136 E.
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Co -owner Katie Granger also designed an original quilt for the magazine, and the full -sized pattern for
the quilt will appear in Quilt Sampler. Kits to make the quilt, "Yo-Yo Flower Baskets' can be ordered at
the store
Huckleberry Patches was started in 2003 by Idaho native Granger and Lisa Murrant, who moved to
McCall in 1992.
The store has expanded its footprint twice in the last 10 years and now has a 1,700 square -foot
storefront space.
Inventory includes quilting fabrics, hand -dyed wool, kits, books and patterns, quilting notions, and gift
items. Customers can also take part in Block of the Month projects and attend classes for all skill levels.
"We specialize in handwork - embroidery, applique, and hand quilting," Murrant said. "A lot of what is
in the store is done by hand rather than machine."
Huckleberry Patches actively promotes Quilts of Valor, a national nonprofit organization, and has
made 150 quilts the past two years for combat soldiers and veterans.
The store is open Mondays through Saturday from 11 a m. to 5 p.m. Call 634-4933 or go to
www.huckleberrypatches.com or'like" Huckleberry Patches on Facebook.
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Oregon family buys Holiday Inn Express from Bob Hunt
An Oregon family has purchased the Holiday Inn Expresslrhe Hunt Lodge in McCall from Bob Hunt of
McCall.
Kirk Smith of Baker City., his daughter, Katie Petry, and
her husband, Jerame Petry, purchased the 85 -room motel
from Hunt, who built the facility a decade ago. The purchase
price was not disclosed.
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'Selling that property was as difficult as losing your best
friend,' Hunt said. "It was very bittersweet to say the least l
and a little surreal knowing that I sold it 10 years to the day
after we sold our first room in 2003."
Smith owns three Wendy's restaurants and four Walgreen
drug stores in Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Utah. He also �-ZZg°mcrr -l-b- m
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He was raised in Boise and spent many of his summers in McCall. He has owned a vacation home in
McCall since 2004.
Smith said he was encouraged to buy the lodge by the Petrys, who had been operating a storage
facility in Ontario. The couple, who each hold degrees in business administration from Boise State
University, will serve as on -site managers.
"It's got a great reputation and from everything I've seen so far, they've got really top -notch people,"
Smith said of the lodge.
The family went right to work, renovating the motel's pool and doing some exterior refurbishing. The
next step is to replace the furniture and make other improvements to all the rooms, the Petrys said.
In 2006, the city of McCall approved a convention center as part of an expansion of The Hunt Lodge.
That approval expired last year.
The sale of the lodge also included the Golden RV Park adjacent to The Hunt Lodge that Hunt also
owned. In 2007, the city of McCall approved the building of Timber Lodge, a two -story, 47 -room motel,
on the RV park site. That approval expired in 2008.
The new owners need more time to get to know the community before making a decision whether to
revive the convention center or Timber Lodge, Smith said.
"We are trying to carry on the great tradition Bob had going there, make some improvements and take
it down the road," he said.
Hunt still owns the 79 -room America's Best Value Inn and Suites in McCall, which he bought in 2006
and which is for sale, and the 63 -room Super 8 Lodge, which he bought in 2005 and which is not for
sale.
He also owns bare ground fronting on Payette Lake downtown which has been approved for the
Grand Payette Lodge and which is for sale. Approvals to build the lodge expire in 2015.
Hunt also owns The Yacht Club building downtown, which is not for sale, and a parcel of bare ground
along Idaho 55 just south of downtown Cascade for which he has no plans.
Hunt also was the developer of River's Crossing, a 60 -lot residential subdivision along the North Fork
of the Payette River. The project was sold in 2010 as part of a foreclosure proceeding.
He also owns two hotels in northern California which he said "are doing well."
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A -1 Heating honored by Ductless Heat Pump Project
The Northwest Ductless Heat Pump Project has named A -1 Heating and Air Conditioning as
Contractor of the Year for the state of Idaho.
Under the project, an initiative of the Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance, the Meridian -based
company has installed more ductless heating and cooling systems than any other contractor in Idaho.
The company maintains an office in McCall.
Contractors earning the award are qualified as Master Installers, and have demonstrated exemplary
performance in quality installations.
They have also demonstrated excellent customer service and effective consumer marketing and
education surrounding ductless heating and cooling systems.
"We're a true believer in the NW Ductless Heat Pump Project and in the benefits that these high -
efficiency systems provide our customers," said Tyson Garten, marketing director for A -1.
Contact A -1 Heating in McCall by calling 634 -1586.
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Once Again opens The Creamery for added space
Standing outside her newly refurbished retail space addition Once Again owner Pat Whipkey is all
smiles.
After five long months of construction, The Creamery,
located just behind Once Again off Idaho 55 south of McCall,
is now open and already bursting with unique nostalgic
McCall home decor and furniture for sale.
"When we started the business about a year and a hall
ago, I wasn't sure what to do with the space initially,"
Whipkey said.
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Once Again and The Creamery are part of the original buildings previously owned by Marie Blackwell
Strode, now 94, of McCall.
The original dairy encompassed land from the current Super 8 Motel and extended to Krahn Lane
south of town continuing east all the way to Farm to Market Road, Whipkey said.
"What I carry mainly is the cabin decor and then I tend to also go towards lodge and western items as
well," Whipkey said. "We buy new, used and antique items, so we have a variety."
Once Again is open every day. Call 634 -9988.
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Mybullfrog.com offers Verizon 4G services to McCall
Mybullfrog.com, Idaho's largest Verizon Wireless Premium Retailer, has announced several new
services for McCall residents.
In July, Verizon activated its 4G LTE Network in McCall and throughout the Long Valley area.
Customers will now experience improved call quality and Internet connection speeds 10 times faster
than before.
In addition, Verizon is now offering affordable home phone service for $19.95 a month.
To help customers take advantage of these new network capabilities Mybullfrog.com has begun
sending Boise -based personnel to McCall and surrounding communities to provide local service and
support. Call (208) 660 -3941 for more information.
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Knipe Land Company wins national award
Knipe Land Company has been named as one of "America's Best Brokerages" in 2012 by the Land
Report.
The award is based on service, closed sales volume and size and quality of real estate offered for
sale. The company has received this award three years in a row.
Knipe Land Company markets high - net -worth properties in Idaho, Oregon, Nevada, Montana and
Washington. The 70 year -old real estate firm is headquartered in Boise.
Company broker and president John Knipe was No. 16 in closed sales volume in 2012 as ranked
against thousands of other Realtors in the Intermountain Multiple Listing Service.
Knipe received the "Top Producer' platinum level award and also the "Circle of Excellence" award
from the National Association of Realtors.
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Stories from local old- timers to be published in book
Hometown Memories Publishing is saving a big slice of local history in a book titled "A Living History of
Northern and Mountain West Idaho, Coal Oil Lamps and Cattle in the Crops!
The hardcover coffee table book will contain tales of bygone years from Idahoans who actually lived
them.
The Northern Idaho book will be hard bound and coffee -table sized with over 250 pages and hundreds
of old photographs. The Idahoans who appear in this book are from all walks of life.
"We are delighted that nearly 200 folks shared their memories and pictures for the book, publisher
Todd Blair said.
"The memories in this book are an extremely valuable part of the region's history and heritage and we
are grateful for the opportunity to save and share them," Blair said.
There are currently over 70,000 copies of other Hometown Memories Irving history books in
circulation.
To order, call toll -free at (877) 491 -8802 or visit www.hometownmemoriesonline.com.
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New - business plan contest to encourage locals
A contest to encourage the development of ideas for new local businesses is being sponsored by the
Valley County Economic Development Council.
The contest for the best business plan is part of an effort to develop a more vital and diverse economy,
council member Karla Miller of Donnelly said.
"Our local communities are full of innovative people, young and old, but the fear and reluctance to
jump into the business world is large," Miller said. "The hope is that all participants will lose that fear, and
benefit from going through the process."
Hundreds of similar contests have been held by universities, cities, counties and corporations as a
way to generate new ideas, Miller said.
The contest is to provide an inventive for locals to take the seed of an idea and generate a viable
business plan, which is a sequence of developmental steps to bring the idea to reality.
Free workshops this fall sponsored by the University of Idaho and McCall College will aid contestants
in creating a business plan by helping people articulate their idea, consider possible markets and
marketing strategies and develop a solid understanding of their financial requirements.
The business plans must be submitted by Jan. 15, 2014. Semi- finalists will have a chance to present
their ideas to judges and the public at a new - business fair to be held March 1, 2014. Winners will receive
$3,000 each and a year of business mentoring.
The New Business Fair will provide a social forum of networking and inspiration for not only
contestants but for other new business in the valley that will be invited to have displays.
The judges will award points to the contestants based on:
Clear strategy and realistic financial assumptions.
Potential employment of at least one other person.
Sustainable use of primarily local resources in a responsible manner.
Contributions to local resiliency to bolsters capacity to provide essential goods and services.
• The possibility of year -round production or service.
• The local necessity of the product or service.
Other sponsors are Better Neighborhoods, Valley County, the cities of McCall, Donnelly and Cascade
and the chambers of commerce from each city.
Go to valleyedc.org /business - contest for details, and contact Miller at millerkarla4@gmail.com for
questions.
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McCall Chiropractic, Personalized Healing team up
McCall Chiropractic and Personalized Healing Wellness Center have teamed up to provide
comprehensive health -care services in downtown McCall.
The mission of McCall Chiropractic Personalized Healing Wellness Center is to help restore health,
happiness, vitality and wellness to their client's life.
Dr. W. Guy Jeppe III has more than 13 years of extensive expertise in chiropractic medicine and
extremity adjustments, and combines traditional and innovative approaches in his chiropractic practice.
Katrina D. Rude, has more than 25 years experience and provides the best in comprehensive
personalized therapeutic body work.
Rude can assist in relaxation, specific new injury treatment, old injuries and patterns of restrictions,
and teaching people to use your their bodies in their most efficient capacities.
Conditions that can be treated at the combined clinic include acid reflux asthma, acute and chronic
pain, carpal tunnel, chronic neck and back pain, fibromyalgia, orthopedic problems, sciatica and scars
and scat tissue.
Other conditions that can be treated include sports injuries, sprains, strains, bone injuries, wound
healing, knee pain, improved circulation, temporomandibular joint syndrome, and reducing tension and
relieving stress.
The combined clinic can also treat migraine and tension headaches, premenstrual syndrome and
digestive problems like constipation.
Other services offered include hydrotherapy, therapeutic massage, spine or extremity adjustments,
ultrasound, acupressure, reflexology, nutrition and weight loss assistance, functional orthotics,
aromatherapy, ear candling, and visceral manipulation.
Those making appointments should also remember to schedule a massage to enhance their
experience, Rude said.
The combined clinic is located at 301 E. Park St. Call McCall Chiropractic at 634-8271 or Personalized
Healing at 634 -HEAL or visit www.personalizedhealing.net.
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Broken Horn offers brews and a place to enjoy them
Broken Horn Brewing Co. has opened a production brewery and tasting room on Mission Street in
McCall.
The objective of the owners is to produce high - quality
hand - crafted beers and to make them available both to the
visitors of the brewery and, as production increases, to
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'The brewery is a perfect place to watch televised sports and enjoy some great beer,' Dodge said.
"Make sure to come watch your favorite sports teams on one of our three HD TVs including our 120 -inch
projection screen."
On site is all of the brewing equipment, which can be easily viewed from the tasting room. Dodge and
Rude are always willing to show visitors around the facility.
Like many people involved in the burgeoning numbers of microbreweries, Dodge started out home
brewing with Rude, experimenting on the types of grains and hops which go into the beers.
"We started brewing and everyone really enjoyed our beer, so we decided we would like to brew full-
time,' Dodge said.
Broken Horn currently has six of their own beers on tap with more varieties scheduled to be added.
'With our current six options there is sure to be something for everyone from a light wheat beer to a
nice porter, and of course a delicious IPA,' Dodge said.
Broken Horn is open from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays but may offer expanded
hours.
Call 315 -5772 or go towww.brokenhornbrewing.com for an up -to -date list of beers, seasonal offerings
and hours of operation.
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Regulators say Idaho First in good financial shape
Idaho First Bank has come through the recession with a clean bill of health from federal and state
regulators.
The bank has been told by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. and the Idaho State Department of
Finance that they had lifted an order issued in February 2010 requiring the bank to raise capital or risk
being shut down.
"We worked closely with the regulatory authorities during this difficult time and appreciate this
recognition of the hard work by staff, management, and board to improve the Bank's financial condition,"
Idaho First board Chair Mark Miller said.
"We also appreciate the commitment by our shareholders and our customers for working with us
during this time," Miller said.
Changes made during the recession has let the bank leaner and more efficient, President and CEO
Greg Lovell said.
"We have raised additional capital and exceed the regulatory definition of 'well- capitalized,'" Lovell
said.
Idaho First will continue to operate under an informal agreement with state and federal regulator, but
the termination of the formal order shows how the bank was able to raise capital while also providing
high levels service to its customer, he said.
Idaho First Bank opened for business in 2005. Its headquarters are on Deinhard Lane in McCall with a
loan production office in downtown Boise.
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Payette Lake boats garner awards at Coeur d'Alene show
The Payette Lakes Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society was represented by 16 members
and seven boats at the International Antique and Classic Boat Show held in Coeur D'Alene last
weekend.
Two boats from the Payette Lake Chapter won awards. Best Restored Classic Utility was awarded to
"Twinn Finn," a 195921 -foot Chris Craft Continental restored in McCall and owned by James and Cyndi
Atkinson.
Twin Finn has also been a award winner at the Payette Lakes Boat Show, having won Best of Show in
2012.
The Best Chris Craft award went to "Everan Zephyr," a 1940 19 -foot Chris Craft Barrelback that was
restored this year in McCall and is owned by Gary and Cathy Lyons.
Another Payette Lake boat received first place in the classic utility class at this year's prestigious Lake
Tahoe Concours D' Elegance.
"Aye! Aye! Sir" is a 1947 16 -foot Garwood Ensign that was restored by owners Dave Armstrong and
James Atkinson. The boat was found in a field in Meridian and was restored over five years.
The Coeur D'Alene show celebrates the era of classic boat building and featured 129 boats and 427
participants from across the United States and Canada.
The Payette Lakes Chapter made a $500 donation at the show to the ACBS scholarship fund that
supports the education necessary for a career in boat building or restoration.
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Holistic Health and Healing offers coaching and retreats
Renee Silvus has created Holistic Health and Healing in McCall to offer health coaching services in
the area.
"Usually we find some unexplored terrain and underlying
sources of pain, anxiety, and stress," Silvus said. "We work
together to envision, restore, and maintain balance in your
body and life."�
Silvus' toolbox also includes Asian bodywork and
massage, Whole Health Education, herbal remedies and
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Silvus' techniques help clients with whatever their health goals are. Pain, low energy, anxiety and
stress, and "being stuck in a rut" are just some of the problems she helps her clients address.
Silvus coaches from her office in McCall and by phone or Skype. The program is on a monthly retainer
basis for a minimum of three months.
It includes a weekly in- person session and unlimited email, phone/voicemail, and texting access. She
continually supports clients with check -ins, articles, books, websites, and other resources.
Silvus holds a health educator diploma and coaching certification is through the National Institute of
Whole Health. She will continue to offer bodywork.
She is also a Shiatsu -Amna therapist through the Southern California School of Shiatsu Massage and
a member of the American Organization for Bodywork Therapies of Asia.
Her apprenticeship with From the Forest has taught her herbal approaches which she uses to help
clients who want to explore the restorative qualities nature offers.
She offers in -depth explorations of holistic health at scheduled and personal retreats that include
creative writing, guided meditation and contemplative practices, cooking, and even herbal beer making..
A former teacher with 15 years experience, Silvus combines that connection to youth with her health
knowledge to mentor teens.
"If a teen is feeling disconnected, lost, misunderstood, underserved or unmotivated, I invite him or her
to explore mentoring," she said. 'We will co-create how we choose to spend our time together -just
talking, hiking, gardening, foraging, or writing."
Go to www.healthspiritcoach.corn or call 634 -3342.
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Book artist = ur joins Gallery SS in r. C ilf
McCall book artist and printmaker Mare Blocker has joined the Gallery 55 Artists' Cooperative Gallery
in McCall.
Blocker's work is included in over 85 museums and public collections throughout the world, including
the Library of Congress, the Getty Research Library, the Victoria and Albert and the University of
Washington Special Collections.
She is on the board of the College Book Arts Association and serves as the President of the Book Arts
Guild, a regional group serving book artists, collectors, librarians and book enthusiasts in the Pacific
Northwest. Locally, she is director of the Donnelly Public Library.
The Boise Art Museum's Idaho Triennial will include the work of Blocker. Sixty -five pieces from 40
artists were chosen for inclusion in the exhibit, which opens Nov. 16 and run through April 27.
Blocker's work was also recently included in "500 Handmade Books Volume 2," published by Lark
Books in September
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The Pancake House paves parking lot
Dispute with city had gone on since 2007
BY TOM GROW
The Star -News
The parking lot of The Pancake and Christmas House in McCall was paved this week, ending a
dispute with city officials that extended back to 2007.
The paving comes just days before a Nov. 1 deadline
agreed to for the paving by restaurant owners George and
Bonnie Bertram.
Last December, the McCall City Council approved the deal �-
made between the Bertrams and City Manager Gene rs,
Drabinski.
The agreement allowed the Bertrams to delay required
construction of sidewalks, curbs, and gutters in front of the
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passed by the city council at the height of McCall's economic boom.
The code states that businesses that plan on new construction or renovations beyond a certain price
point are obligated to build sidewalks, curbs and gutters.
The original land use agreement signed on April 30, 2007 stated the owners should have the parking
lot paved by July 2007- That deadline was extended to July 15, 2008, but the lot was never paved.
Bertram was charged on Dec. 2, 2008, with a misdemeanor for breaking the land -use agreement. She
pleaded not guilty, and the case was dropped on Jan. 2, 2009.
Bonnie Bertram had said she would rather save the money to keep her workers employed during
difficult economic times.
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Power Tools & Toys shows off 2014 Arctic Cat snowmobile line
Local snowmobile enthusiasts are invited to view the 2014 line of Arctic Cat sleds, accessories and
activewear at Power Tools & Toys located at 103 Moser Avenue in Council.
The shop also services almost all makes and models of
snowmobiles and snowblowers at competitive rates. Free
quotes on repairs or tuneups are available by filling out a
brief form on their website www.powertoolsandtoys.com. j
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The 2014 Arctic Cat snowmobiles feature an all new
redesigned driven clutch that results in reduced friction and
heat for a longer bait life. All new 2012 and 2013 Arctic Cat
snowmobiles purchased from Power Tools & Toys will have
the new driven clutch installed.
Established in September 2011, Power Tools & Toys also
sells Husqvama snowblowers, chainsaws, lawnmowers,
lawn tractors, tillers, trimmers, pole saws, blowers, apparel,
parts, accessories and more. It is locally owned and operate
service and competitive prices.
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The Arctic Cat offerings include snowmobiles, ATVs, t1TVs, Side -by- Sides, apparel, parts and
accessories. Echo chainsaws and yard equipment are also in stock.
Long time Council resident Paul Shumway is chief mechanic, and manager Con Nielsen is a
Husqvarna Certified Bronze Level Service Technician. They service almost all models of off -road
vehicles, yard/garden vehicles, and power tools.
Call (208) 253 -1101, visR ^r,.tiv.powertoolsandtoys.com or stop by the shop to discuss service needs
and schedule an appointment.
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Cable ONE launches TiVo service, free Internet upgrades
Cable ONE has announced the launch of a new service powered by TiVo and free increased high-
speed Internet upload speeds.
With the new Whole Home DVR, Cable ONE customers can start watching a recorded show in one
room, hit pause, and finish in another, and record four HD shows at once with up to 650 hours of
recording time.
Customers can also search for content by title, actor, category or keyword using the Advanced TiVo
Guide. TiVo also offers easy access to the best apps, including YouTube, Pandora, and .Amazon Instant
Video.
Wishl-ist searches automatically find and record shows and movies, discover new shows based the
customer's previous history, and Season Pass to record every episode of favorite shows.
The company's Streaming 50Mbps plan now has a 3Mbps upload speed, while the 60Mbps Premier
plan has been upgraded to a 4Mbps upload speed and the 70Mbps Ultra Plan has been upgraded to a
6Mbps upload speed. Upload speed was formerly 2Mbps across these plans.
In June, Cable ONE discontinued data plans with overage charges, allowing customers a 30OGB data
guideline for its 50Mbps plan. The company also launched new 60 and 70Mbps plans with even higher
data guidelines.
Customers simply need to reboot their modem in order to get the faster upload speeds. For
assistance, visit Cable ONE's Support websde at support.cableone.net and enter "Modem Reboot." For
more information, customers can call (855) CABLE -ONE.
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Craig Johnson honored with Realtor Emeritus status
The National Association of Realtors has honored Craig H. Johnson of McCall with the status of
Realtor Emeritus.
Johnson was honored in recognition of 40 years of membership in the National
Association of Realtors and in recognition of "valuable and lasting contributions to
the real estate profession in our community," according to the award citation.
Johnson is the broker and owner of Johnson & Company Real Estate in McCall
and was instrumental in developing the Mountain Central Association of Realtors
in the early years of organization.
The first Multiple Listing Service was developed and published on his office
copy machine and hand - delivered to local offices.
Johnson served 12 years on the MCAR board of directors in several offices,
including President in 1980. He also served many years on the professional
standards committee which implements the Realtors Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice,
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Florence named Idaho Farm Bureau Woman of the Year
Shirley Florence of Lake Fork has been named District 4 Woman of the Year by the Idaho Farm
Bureau's Wumen's Leadership Committee. Distric! four includes the Treasure Valley and nwth to
Biggins_
"Shirley Florence is a fine example of leadership in our District," Valley County Farm
Bureau President Dave Veselka said.
t, "The award demonstrates the fact that we have people who get out and make the world a
better place," Veselks said. "Shirley is a go-getter and we're very proud to have her in our
district,"
Florence and husband Justin raise cattle and grow hay on their farm southwest of Lake
Ftwrtxr Fork.
As a member of the AdemsNalley County Farm Bureau, she does volunteer work visiting schools and
attending local events promoting Idaho agriculture.
"Since becoming a Farm Bureau member a few years ago, I have learned that the organization is a
leading advocate for agriculture and a force in the political arena that is good thing for farmers and
ranchers across the state," Florence said.
Florence was one of five farm women selected from across the state.
Idaho Farm bureau Federation is a free, independent, non - governmental, voluntary organization of
farm and ranch families.
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Idaho First Bank names Lewis as chief credit officer
Idaho First Bank has named Kathleen C. Lewis to executive vice president and chief credit officer.
Lewis will replace Jerry Jutting, who has served in the CCO role for the last six years and
plans to retire in June.
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Lewis, a licensed CPA, will hold responsibility for all aspects of credit administration and
credit quality for the bank's lending functions and credit portfolios.
She brings more than 25 years of banking experience to her role, having led teams and
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sions in the areas of commercial banking, private banking, and retail and small
business banking.
Most recently, Lewis served as senior vice president and regional team leader for several US Bank
commercial banking locations in western Idaho.
Previously, she was senior vk:e president and region manager of retail, small business end private
client services for Umpqua Bank's Washington and Northern Oregon divisions.
Lewis currently serves on the boards of the St. Alphonsus Foundation, Feed the Gap, Inc. and the Ada
County Boys & Girls Clubs.
Idaho First Bank is a state- chartered commercial bank headquartered in McCall with additional
mortgage operations a full service branch in downtown Boise. For more information, visit
www.idahofirstbank.com.
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BUSINESS FAIR WINNERS - Chds and Kellv
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Star -News News Page—Announcements
Cutting Edge is now Alpha Landscaping & Property
Management
The Cutting Edge Lawn and Landscape Service has changed its name to Alpha Landscape & Property
Maintenance.
Due to increasing confusion with another company with a similar name down in Boise, the name
change is a positive change as a rebranding of the company takes place, owner Sue Patterson said.
The Cutting Edge Lawn and Landscape Company, located in Cascade, began operating in Valley
County in May 2000 and has grown to 12 employees.
Services include Landscape installation, landscape maintenance and lawn maintenance and now,
additional property maintenance services.
For information, call 382 -7284, write to sales @alpha - landscape.com or go to wwJw.alpha-
landscape.com
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This week's front page stories
Developers cancel go -cart track, mini -golf in McCall
Couple pulls out of land deal after financing falls through
BY TOM GROTE
The Star-News
An electric go-cart track and mini -golf course will not be built on McCall's main roadway after the
couple that proposed the facility were unable to obtain financing.
Kent and Lori Barnes of Stanfield, Ore., sent a letter to the city of McCall last week saying they
decided not to buy 1 -1/2 acres of land along North Third Street (Idaho 55) at Sunset Avenue as the site
of the proposed entertainment center.
"We are very sad and I might add heart broke to announce that after all of our efforts, our bank
financing has not been approved," the letter said.
The couple said they had not given up on building the facility in McCall. "We still believe in this project
and want to be an active family in your community," the letter said.
The McCall City Council voted 4 -1 on May 22 to approve the entertainment center, called
Moosetracks, despite protests of neighbors of the site and owners of nearby businesses.
The opponents said the project would cause noise and congestion while proponents said the business
would provide a needed attraction for visitors as well as residents.
The couple had proposed a track with 12 electric go -carts, which they said would operate more quietly
than gas - engine carts.
The 18 -hole miniature golf course would have waterfalls among its feature, and both uses would have
been served by a 2,400 square foot ticket office and concession area as well as a 13 -space parking lot.
The mini -golf course was planned to open this year with the go-cart track opening in 2015.
The Barnes couple also agreed to spend more than $200,000 to build a sidewalk along Sunset Street
plus sidewalks, curbs and gutters along North Third Street with eight new parking spaces.
In return, the city would have spent about $400,000 to replace inadequate water lines in the area as
well as bury overhead utility lines.
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Star -News News Page—Announcements
Benchmark homes keep out cold, lower energy costs
Using foam insulation and concrete walls, Benchmark Development Co. is creating energy - efficient
homes in McCall aimed at keeping the cold out and keeping heating costs to a minimum.
"You are looking at probably spending $1,300 a year to heat about a 1,650
square foot home with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, single -story ranch with a
great room," said Benchmark owner Tim Nau, who has 20 years building
experience in Alaska and the Boise area.
Benchmark uses insulated concrete forms on all outside walls of the company's
houses and townhomes. The technique is on display at a home being built in
Deerforest Subdivision off Spring Mountain Boulevard.
"The outside walls are a six -inch reinforced concrete walls with 2 -1/2 inches of
foam on both the outside and inside of this concrete wall," Nau said.
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In addition to the 11 -1/4 inch walls, Nau's designs include R -50 ceilings and a Tim Nau of Benchmark
spray foam in the crawl space for superior insulation. The concrete and foam Development holds a
combination helps the house retain its thermal mass, retaining heat in the winter won of foam framing
and keeping a house cool in the summer.
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foundations.
The structures are in the low 50s on the Home Energy Rating System, a
nationally recognized industry standard that measures a home's energy efficiency, Nau said. The lower
the number, the more energy efficient the home is considered.
"It's the right product for this environment," Nau said. "It's a superior form of construction for people
who don't want to spend a lot of money heating or cooling their house."
For information, visit the job site at Deerforest Subdivision, call Nau at (208) 571 -1268 or visit
www.bdcicf.com.
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Star -News News Page Lead Story
27 condos, commercial space
posed near downtown McCall
Village on Lake Street would have three buildings on 1.73 acres
"We are hoping that we can bring more people in to live downtown. "
— Patricia Minor
BY TOM GROTE
The Star -News
The largest mixed -use project proposed in McCall in seven years will get its first airing by the city of
McCall on Tuesday.
The Village on Lake Street is proposed for three buildings
on 1.73 acres of land just west of Paul's Market on East
Lake Street.
The project, proposed by Steve and Patricia Minor of The
Lake Street Co. of McCall, would see 27 condominiums and
up to 8,700 feet of retail and restaurant space and up to
5,300 feet of office space. - -- - °•• --
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Architect's sketch shows how the proposed village
A public hearing is scheduled before the McCall Area on lake street would look when viewed from Fast
Planning and Zoning Commission during its meeting on lake stmt.
Tuesday, which is scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m. in the
lower level meeting room at McCall City Hall.
The recommendation of the P&Z will then go the McCall City Council for final approval.
The Village on Lake Street is the largest mixed -use project proposed in McCall since the master plan
for Alpine Village just south of downtown was approved in 2007, Community Development Director
Michelle Groenevelt said.
The comparison to Alpine Village is appropriate, Patricia Minor said.
"We are hoping that along with Alpine Village we will set a trend for this type of project so that we can
bring more people in to live downtown and to help our community thrive," she said.
The Minors have lived in McCall for 21 years and own McCall Craftsman Homes, which has built
nearly 100 homes in that time.
The Village on Lake Street would stretch between Lake Street and Park Street and include a driveway
that would connect the two streets for easier access.
The buildings, to be built over five years, would be made of heavy wood siding, timbers and rock to fit
the mountain theme of the community, Steve Minor said.
The building fronting on East Lake Street would have a staggered facade and have retail, restaurant or
office space on the first floor with up to five condos above it.
The second building would contain up to eight condos and the third building would contain up to 10
condos with a mix of retail, restaurant and office space.
The building fronting East Lake Street would fall within the city's 35 -foot height limit for buildings along
a designated scenic route, while the other two buildings would fall within the city's 50 -foot height limit
away from the scenic route.
A total of 55 parking spaces would be provided inside the complex. Six existing homes on the parcel
now used as rental housing would be removed.
The Minors are asking for the land to be rezoned from its current limit of eight homes per acres to 16
homes per acres. That is less than the 60 -home per acre density designated for the parcel in the city's
comprehensive land -use plan.
Many existing trees on the site would be retained and a strip of city land running through the property
would be converted into a public bicycle and pedestrian pathway, under the proposal.
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More Jobs, No Takers
Employers add positrons, but can't find workers
"We cannot expand our hours until we gel the cooks. " - Gene Tyler
BY TOM GROTE
The Star-News
The good news is that local employers are hiring again. The bad news is that there are not enough
people around to hire.
Job listings have swelled to more than 100 positions with the McCall office of the Idaho Department of
Labor, which lists jobs in Valley and Adams counties.
That is an indication of a vibrant economy, labor department Manager Jim Thackeray said. "The mood
is so much more positive than it has been for years," Thackeray said.
But there are not enough people in the area to fill the new jobs, he said.
The recovery is reflected in state unemployment figures. Valley Countys jobless rate in May was 6.9
percent, down from 8.3 percent in April and less than the 9.7 percent rate in May 2013, according to
state figures.
In Adams County, the unemployment rate fell to 8.1 percent in May, down from 10 percent in April and
less than the 11.4 percent rate a year ago.
The labor department's job listings in this issue of The Star -News shows nine openings for cooks, nine
positions for general food service staff, eight jobs for waiters and waitresses, seven jobs for
housekeepers and six positions for laborers.
Owners Adapt
The tourist season has begun regardless of whether there are enough workers, so business owners
are having to adapt, Thackeray said. "They are giving more hours to existing employees and taking on
more hours themselves," he said.
Wages offered for open positions are going up due to the labor shortage, he said.
New employees are also moving in from outside areas, leading to a shortage of housing. Workers are
finding themselves sleeping on couches and camping in the forest, Thackeray said.
An additional problem to finding employees is finding people with the required skills for the jobs, said
Kaili Moss, human resource director for Shore Lodge.
About 150 seasonal employees are hired each summer by Shore Lodge, The Cove spa within the
lodge and adjacent Whitetail Club.
"We do struggle in finding skilled candidates like culinary, massage therapists and those experienced
in working in a luxury property or private club that have an understanding of how to deliver on our high -
service expectation," Moss said.
Shore Lodge did a wage study last year and adjusted pay to stay competitive, she said.
The lodge owns its own employee housing that can hold about 70 employees but has needed to seek
employee housing elsewhere in the community, Moss said. "Even then, we have had candidates turn
down offers due to housing," she said.
Lack of employees directly affects business, said Gene Tyler, owner of the Double Eagle tavern and
restaurant in Donnelly.
"Right now I would like to expand my hours some and would need at least two more cooks, maybe
one or two more 'front of the house' employees," Tyler said. "We cannot expand our hours until we get
the cooks."
Workers at the McCall Goff Course clubhouse have been given a $1 per hour raise as an incentive to
come aboard and to stay, golf professional Allan Morrison said.
"Local help appears to be employed or not wanting to work," Morrison said.
McCall Brewing Co. owner Louis Klinge said he began his search early for summer help.
"I started hiring two months ago to make sure I got the cream of the crop," Klinge said. "It worked."
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Star -News News Page—Announcements
Idaho First Bank notes promotion, assignments, retirements
Idaho First Bank Chief Credit Officer Gerald "Jerry" Jutting has retired, the bank announced.
"Jerry has been an integral part of the leadership of the bank since joining Idaho First Bank in 2008,"
President and CEO Greg Lovell said.
"He was instrumental in helping to guide the bank through the difficult local and national economy as
well as a dramatically changing regulatory environment," Lovell said.
Jutting is retiring after six years as the chief credit officer at Idaho First Bank and more than 46 years
in the banking industry.
The bank will host a retirement open house for Jutting from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday at the bank's
headquarters building in McCall.
In other Idaho First news, Aana Vannoy has been promoted to vice president and area executive and
will be responsible for the overall performance for the bank in the area.
As one of the first people hired, Vannoy joined the bank In 2005. She has served many roles including
commercial loan officer and IT officer for the past eight years.
Sherry Maupin has been promoted to area marketing director and will continue to lead the headquarter
branch for the bank.
Maupin joined the bank in 2008 and brings more than two decades of retail banking experience to her
current roles.
Kathleen Lewis will assume the chief credit officer duties for Idaho First. Lewis brings more than 25
years of banking experience to her role, having led teams and divisions in the areas of commercial
banking, private banking, and retail and small business banking.
Most recently, Lewis served as senior vice president and regional team leader for several U.S. Bank
commercial banking locations in western Idaho.
Idaho First Bank is a state - chartered commercial bank headquartered in McCall with both a mortgage
office and a branch located in downtown Boise.
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Once Again expands next door into larger space
Once Again is bursting at the seams and owner Pat Whipkey decided it was time to expand her
business.
The result is Once Again Annex, designed not just to give
Whipkey more room but to offer a shopper friendly
atmosphere while staging her wares to complement their
unique and varied appeal.
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Described as "gently used" home d6cor and gift items,
Whipkey and her five employees offer a robust inventory but
has never had enough room for larger items such as living
and bedroom furniture.
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With that in mind, when the building directly to the north of
her business at 413 S. 3rd Street came available Whipkey felt
adding it to her "campus of shops" was
the natural thing to do.
The open space allows her to offer furniture as well as larger items like a cigar store Indian standing
guard at the checkout counter or a portable bar fashioned after an old steamer trunk.
Much like the original store, Once Again Annex reveals interesting and often eclectic items set in
groups resembling different rooms in a home, including the bathroom.
Along with the d6cor items in the annex is a room known as "Pat's Closet," where both men and
women will find jackets, dresses, boots and accessories.
Once Again and Once Again Annex are open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6
p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m, to 4 p.m. Sundays. Call (208) 484 -8719
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Rare 'double chewing' leads to day -long Internet blackout
Frontier, Cable ONE, cellphone users affected Friday
BY TOM GROTE
The Star-News
Squirrels chewing through fiber-optic cable in two places caused Internet and cellphone service to be
disrupted for most of the day on Friday to customers of Frontier Communications and Cable ONE.
The outage affected 5,500 Frontier customers between Horseshoe Bend and White Bird, said Richard
Jayo of McCall, Frontiers manager for eastern, southern and north - central Idaho.
Frontier knew something was wrong when a "blip" in its network was detected about 9:48 a.m. Friday,
Jayo said.
The "blip" meant one of the main lines providing Internet service had gone out and a backup line was
carrying the load, he said. Thirty minutes later, the backup line failed, Jayo said.
The breaks happened on lines operated by Syringa Networks of Boise, which provides Internet service
to Frontier.
Friday's outage was an rare event, Syringa Networks CEO Greg Lowe said. "In fact, it is the first
occurrence of a double fiber cut I have experienced in my 20 years of telecom work," Lowe said.
The first break was caused by a squirrel chewing through a bundle of fiber-optic cable in Weiser, Lowe
said. When that happened, Syringa's system was designed to switch over to an alternate routing, he
said,
The second cut, also suspected to be caused by a chewing squirrel, happened in the Hidden Springs
area north of Boise on the alternate line, Lowe said.
Crews worked as fast as they could to repair the breaks, he said. The Weiser cut was restored around
5 p.m. while the Hidden Springs cut was repaired around 7:30 p.m., Lowe said.
"We understand the importance of information access and we extend our apologies to those
impacted," he said.
The outage of Internet and cellphones posed a challenge for St. Luke's McCall, hospital spokesperson
Lyle Nelson said
"Instead of viewing images and entering patient data on computers, we had to rely on paper systems,"
Nelson said. "The stack of paperwork across the clinics and hospital to be entered in computers at the
end of the day was multiple feet high."
No medical services were suspended and no patients were put in jeopardy, he said.
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ENERGY REWARDS -
Kurtis Hall, left,
customer representative
for Idaho Power Co.,
gives a check for nearly
$4,000 to Patty and
Dean Hm dey of Home
Tow Sports in McCall.
The money from the
company's Easy
Upgrades program
helped pay for
conversion of L5,51ight
fixtures in the store to
energy - saving LED
lamps. The switch will save Home Towv Sports
electrical costs and prevent Idaho Power from
having to buy or generate additional electricity.
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Star -News News Page—Announcements
Arizona Realtor knows what McCall snowbirds need
Snowbird wannabes have a new friend in Tom Kemnitz. He's a licensed Arizona Realtor with a love for
McCall's summer lifestyle who wants to help locals in turn, find a love for the winter
lifestyle in Arizona.
Kemnitz did the same thing that many winter -weary locals dream about, only in
reverse. He and his wife, Mary, came to McCall 10 years ago to escape the
Arizona summer heat.
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They plan on making McCall their primary home next year. But when the snow
Flies, so will they, back to where the sun shines practically every day.
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"There may be some families in McCall and surrounding areas that would like to
have a vacation home in the beautiful, warm desert," Kemnitz said. "I have the
background and qualifications to help them do that"
Born and raised in the Phoenix area, Kemnitz has a vast knowledge of Arizona
real estate and a lifetime of experience in what Arizona offers as a retirement
location, vacation destination or year -round residence.
Tom Kemnitz
In McCall, he spends summers as a river guide for Mountain River Outfitters in Riggins and is an avid
fisherman and bowhunter.
"Arizona offers many outdoor activities in the winter, from world class golf, to unlimited hiking, 4-
wheeling, boating, fishing and exploring," Kemnitz said.
Contact Kemnitz at (928) 220 -3237 or kemnitztom@yahoo.com.
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Star -News News Page—Announcements
Central Idaho Counseling provides hope, healing, support
Hope, healing, and support to those in time of need is the mission of Central Idaho Counseling in
McCall.
The center has a team of licensed mental health
professionals, including counselors and social workers,
providing confidential, caring mental health services to
adults, children, couples and families.
Services include psychotherapy, couples and family
counseling, trauma treatment, and services for seniors.
Here are brief profiles of providers
Shawn Briley, LCSW
Shawn Briley is a clinical social worker who has worked in
the mental health field for 10 years.
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Members of Central Idaho Counseling in McCall
are, from left, Eric Mikkelsen, Maja Ledgerwood,
Shawn Briley, Jon Glick, and Sasha Childs.
She works primarily with adults, and has developed a specialty practice helping families who are going
through divorce, have remarried and become "blended" families, or families headed by a single parent.
In addition, Briley worked for a number of years counseling victims of intimate partner violence. She is
also a child- custody mediator and provides Family Needs Assessments through Ada County Family
Court Services.
Jon Glick, LCPC
Jon Glick has been a mental health counselor for nearly 30 years. For the past 12 years, he has
specialized in the use of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a unique and
effective treatment for a variety of traumas that people of all ages experience, often in life-altering ways.
These traumas, if untreated, often lead to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. EMDR is helpful in terms of
helping people "get past" or "unstuck" from painful experiences that can often create low self- esteem or
negative self - beliefs.
In addition to EMDR, Glick also works with depression, anxiety, and other adjustment disorders.
Sasha Childs, LPC
Sasha Childs has been working in the mental health field for 10 years. She is specialized in treating
trauma, depression, and anxiety in children and adults through Adlerian Therapy.
She focuses heavily on family and marital relationships as they affect each member of a family.
Adlerian psychology assists clients in resolving past issues and helping create a positive identity and
stronger relationships.
Childs is also an approved Idaho Supreme Court Child Custody Mediator.
Maja Ledgerwood, LMSW
Maja Ledgerwood works in McCall, although she is based in Riggins. She is happy for the opportunity
to provide expanded mental health services to rural central Idaho areas, including Riggins, New
Meadows, White Bird and Grangeville communities.
Ledgerwood works with both adults and children. She also has extensive experience as a geriatric
social worker as well as counseling and working with developmentally delayed adults.
Eric Mikkelsen, LAMFT
Eric Mikkelsen is one of Idaho's few therapists trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy. He specializes
in working with couples as well as with individuals and families seeking relationship counseling.
Mikkelsen has more than 15 years experience in the counseling field and 11 years in the therapy field.
Other areas of specialty include personal development, lifespan integration, and family of origin issues.
Central Idaho Counseling accepts Medicaid, Medicare and private insurance. A sliding -fee scale is
available for self -pay.
The center is located at 321 N. Third St. across from The Mill Restaurant. Other locations are in New
Meadows and Riggins.
Call 634 -2962 or go to www.centralidahowunseling.com.
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Star -News News Page—Announcements
Tamarack owner hires Boise public relations firm
The firm Oliver Russell of Boise has been selected to lead the public relations effort for Tamarack
Resort near Donnelly.
The resort is now under the ownership of New TR Acquisitions Co., a subsidiary of Credit Suisse.
NEWTRAC has hired Replay Resorts of Vancouver, B.C., to oversee operations at the resort.
"Oliver Russell brings creativity to our story and a long- standing commitment of investing in its
community, which align well with how we intend to market and operate Tamarack Resort," said Mariana
Ishida of Replay Resorts.
Replay Resorts is experienced in the business of planning, designing, building and operating
destinations. Many of Replay's senior executive team were founders and key leaders of Intrawest, the
world's largest planner, designer, builder and operator of destination resorts and resort villages.
"We're going to communicate that Tamarack is a fun and affordable resort, with new ownership and
strong management that are committed to its success, and that's great news," said Russ Stoddard,
Oliver Russell president and founder.
'There's a pioneering spirit of purpose and resolve throughout the Tamarack community, which is a
good fit for our agency," Stoddard said.
Oliver Russell was founded in 1991 and counts Hewlett- Packard, Allegro Coffee/Whole Foods Market,
and Mountain Health Coop among its clients.
Since the company's founding, the company has donated more than $1.7 million in cash and
resources to nonprofit causes and social enterprises.
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ABOUT TOWN
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FREEZER AND FOOD -Jim Rates, Vice President
and Valley, Nez Pence and Boise County Manager of
First American Title Co., and Marletta Romero,
president of the Mountain Central Association of
Realtors, prepare to load turkeys into a Reeser at
the new home of the Heartland Hunger Resource
Center, on Deinhard lane in McCall. The Realtors
association purchased the freezer for the food bank
and First American Title donated $r,000 to buy
food to fill the freezer.
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Incahoots BBQ & Catering fills need for open - grilled meats
If you are looking for barbecued ribs, chicken and even shrimp hot off the grill, look no further than
Incahoots BBQ & Catering.
Located at 303 Colorado St. in McCall, Incahoots serves
breakfast, lunch and dinner in a "camp style" offering grilled ,;A"-J"
meats like ribs and tri-tip and Dutch oven desserts.
"Our ribs are smoked and then finished on the grill and our r
tri-tip is cooked entirely on the grill," owner Bridget Gay said 1
Incahoots BBQ & Catering also offers a weekend brunch, a` '
with breakfast items served from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on
Saturdays and Sunday. _
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Bridget and her husband, Bill Hearold, began their food Bnanna Brenstetter helps Bridget Gay of Incahoots
adventure in 2012. Gay, from Cambridge, has worked the BBQ with the grill.
restaurant business since age 12, starting washing dishes
and eventually moving to the grill at age 16.
Hearold has experience as a Dutch oven cook through years of guiding hunting parties in Idaho.
Incahoots BBQ & Catering also offers catering, edible bouquets of fruit and will soon offer take -and-
cook items.
Gay's signature cranberry barbecue sauce that is used throughout the menu will soon be bottled and
available locally.
The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturdays 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and
Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
To book an event or an edible bouquet, call Bridget at (208) 634 -5BBQ or go to
www. incahootsbbq. com.
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Hersel becomes newest licensed architect at CTA
Josh Hersel decided he wanted to design buildings for a living back when he was in the ninth grade.
September was a hallmark month for Hersel, a project manager with CTA Architects
Engineers. He passed his Architect Registration Examination exams and attained his long-
sought architect's license in Idaho.
Hersel, 33, credits his wife and two young daughters with giving him an extra push to
stay motivated about getting his license.
Josh Hersel
"It's been a long and rewarding journey," said Hersel, a 2000 graduate of McCall -
Donnelly High School. "I'm excited to see where the future takes me!"
With bachelor's and master's degrees in architecture from the University of Idaho, Hersel has worked
for CTA Architects Engineers since May 2005.
He began as an architect -in- training at CTA'S McCall office, but has since joined the Boise team,
serving as a project architect and project manager.
His focus has been in CTA's commercial and living markets. His notable projects include Alpine
Village condos in McCall, the Scentsy, Inc, corporate campus in Meridian, and homes and apartments in
Colorado, Montana, and Texas.
His projects also include an 11,000 square foot custom private residence in McCall complete with a
two -lane bowling alley, home theater, workout room, and an apartment above the garage.
CTA Architects Engineers has been in business since 1938. Now numbering more than 390
employees, CTA has 17 offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.
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Oklahoma couple ready to open downtown McCall building
Timbercresi has sat unfinished for years
BY TOM GROTE
The Star -News
A condo and business building in downtown McCall that has sat unfinished for years is nearly ready
for tenants.
Renovations are nearing completion for the Timbercrest
project located at the comer of Second and Lenora streets
next to Manchester Ice and Event Centre. �u
The three -story building was approved by the city in 2005
during the construction boom of the last decade and was
started by the original developer, Chad Olsen. y
However, the building was never completed and was taken i
over in a bank foreclosure. In 2009, Dan and Kylie Green of
Kingston, Okla., came to McCall to bid on another project ea`1VcwsPh oeyTam��
9 Tun Baker of New Plymouth measures a
that was being auctioned in a bank sale. countertop in a condo in the Timbercrest
residential and commercial project in downtown
They were not able to buy that project, but "absolutely fell McCall.
in love with the area," Dan Green said.
The couple investigated other properties and "I just kept going back to ( Timbercrest)," said Green, 49,
the owner of an oil -field equipment company.
The couple made only minor improvements while waiting for the economy to improve. This spring, the
Greens decided to finish the building.
The first floor, fronting Second Street, has two commercial spaces of 3,000 square feet each. The top
two floors has six condos averaging 1,700 square feet, one of which the Greens will keep for
themselves.
Parking for customers of the businesses and condo owners in Timbercrest will be on the adjacent
parking garage owned by the ice rink and leased to the Greens.
City planners are happy to see the project completed, McCall Community Development Director
Michelle Groenevelt said.
"The completion of the Timbercrest building is important to further create a vibrant and walkable
opportunity with commercial and residential units within downtown McCall," Groenevelt said.
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McCall receives award for outstanding planning
The City of McCall has received the 2014 Outstanding Planning Award presented by the Idaho
Chapter of the American Planning Association for the city's Downtown Master Plan.
McCall's Downtown Master Plan uses an innovative and creative approach to developing McCall's
downtown core, and includes a vision as well as actionable items, according to the award citation.
The award was presented to the city as well as the consultant planning team headed by Harmony
Design and Engineering of Driggs.
The Downtown Master Plan was adopted by in December 2013. City staff members involved included
Community Development Director Michelle Groeneveft and City Planner Delta James and was
developed with involvement from residents, second home - owners and visitors.
The plan was also guided by a steering committee of local business owners, local designers and
citizens, as well as the McCall Area Planning and Zoning Commission.
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READY FORA NEW HOME -Julie Clark gi— a
bath m -mjae, a to -year old Australian Shepherd
.ii, at McCall Pet Spa on Saturday. Btejae and tvro
other to-year-old dogs given to MCPAWS
Regional Animal Shrlter and Clark donated her
time to make them presentable for adoption. The
other dogs are Bailey, a oocker, spaniel, and Jonah,
a schnauzer.
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The Shorter, The Better
McCall Golf Course installs forward tees
"7t is nice to be able to reach the greens in two shots. " - Fred Stringfield
BY TOM GROTE
The Slay -News
Fred Stringfield strolled out ahead of the tee box on the No. 1 Aspen hole at McCall golf Course,
ventured into the fairway, teed up his ball and hit it.
Stringfield was not cheating, he was taking advantage of
the yellow tee markers placed at the McCall course to aid
golfers who are not able to smash long drives.
The yellow ties were installed last season, but last month
the tees were rated by the Idaho Golf Association. That
means players who use the tees can count their scores
toward their handicap.
At age 84, Stringfield says the tees makes playing the
game more enjoyable.
"It levels things out," said Stringfield, who has played the
game since he was a teenager. "It is nice to be able to reach
the greens in two shots."
The forward tees have shaved a stroke per hole off this
score card, he said. Plus he can be competitive playing with
younger players during scrambles, where players hit their
next shots from the location of the farthest previous shot.
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Fred Stringfield strikes a ball from one of the newly
rated forward lees at the McCall Golf Course
designed to speed up play and lower scores.
At the McCall course, the yellow tees are usually placed 20 feet into the fairway on the three nine -hole
courses (Aspen, Birch, Cedar) to avoid hazards such as wetlands, sand traps and heavy rough, course
superintendent Eric McCormick said.
A Growing Trend
The "forward" tees, as they are also known, are part of a growing trend in the nation to make golf
courses easier for older golfers, women, youths and those learning the game, said Chris Byrne,
handicap and course rating manager for the IGA.
"If I am a scratch golfer, so I hit a full driver and a pitching wedge into the green," Byrne said.
"Shouldn't all golfers have that same luxury?"
Shorter yardages not only speed the pace of play, but golfers have more fun, he said. "They will have
more birdie putts rather than grinding out a 7 or 8 just because the hole was too long for them," Byrne
said.
For players using the Aspen /Birch combination at McCall, the yellow tees took nearly 1,100 yards off
the 18 holes, Byrne said.
The yellow tees had not been on the ground for more than an hour before a female golfer chose to use
them, McCall golf pro Allan Morrison said.
"They can make the game more fun and faster for most players," Morrison said. "For the minimal
investment we have made, the advanced tees offer more options for all players."
Others courses in the area do not have designated forward tees like McCall, but have "combo" tees
where golfers can use different existing tee placements at each hole and still apply the score to their
handicap, Byne said.
Jug Mountain, MeadowCreek, Osprey Meadows, and Whitetail golf courses all have IGA rated
courses that use combo tees, he said.
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Bolin places 16th at IGA Tournament of Champions
Betty Bolin of McCall placed 16th in the Senior Women's Division at the Idaho Golf Association's 2014
Tournament of Champions held last weekend at Whitetail Club in McCall.
Eligible players must have won an IGA championship or IGA member club championship. Bolin won
this years Senior Ladies Club Championship at McCall Golf Course.
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TJ's Cutting Edge cafe caters to more than Ice skaters
Tammy Jackson wants those walking past Manchester Ice and Event Centre to know they can enjoy a
delicious meal without having to put on ice skates.
TJ's Cutting Edge is open to all in a heated, enclosed
space inside the ice rink, located in the heart of downtown;
McCall.
Jackson and her partner, Eric Nickasch, took over N
ownership of the caf6 from previous owners Mike and .
Michelle Eckhart. x.
"We are all the time anyway, so why not ?" she said, noting
both she and Nickasch play hockey and are the parents of a
youth hockey player. —.N—. b, "n
Tammy Jackson serves up a cheeseburger to Eric
Jackson moved from Texas to McCall in 1991 to run the Manchch at Im Cutting Edge Cate, located ins de
Manchester Ice and Event Centre.
former Sportsman's Bar & Grill downtown. Later she became
the local Sysco Foods representative for 10 years.
The menu at TJ's boasts items with hockey and figure skating themes, including the Body Check
(chicken and rice), the Zamboni Burrito (tortilla with beans and rice), and the Salchow (roast beef, bacon
and cheese sandwich). Jackson plans to add items such as a Philly steak sandwich.
Jackson and Nickasch hope to install an entrance directly from the street into the cafe for the
convenience of customers. Until then the emergency door in the alley off Second Street is open during
business hours.
For the skating crowd, there is a retail store with a wide variety of gear for figure skaters and hockey
players.
TJ's Cutting Edge Cafe opens at 11 a.m. Thursday through Sunday and at 2 p.m. Mondays through
Wednesdays.
TJ's also does catering and can host birthday parties and other private events. Call 634 -8558 or write
to texastammyl @gmail.com.
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Winter Recreation Forums gets Forest Service award
The McCall Winter Recreation Forum has been honored by the Forest Service Intermountain Region
with the Regional Foresters Promoting Recreation Award.
The forum was recognized for its work to promote winter
recreation by improving its quality and availability.
Participants include private individuals, Valley and Adam
county commissioners, the Idaho Department of Parks and
Recreation, the Idaho State Snowmobile Association, the
McCall Area Snowmobile Club and Bear Creek Lodge.
Other participants include Brundage Mountain Resort, the
Winter Wildlands Alliance, the Backcountry Recreation Club,
Payette Lakes Ski Club, Payette Powder Guides and the
Payette National Forest.
Accomplishments of the group include placing and
maintaining directional signs to identify routes and junctions,
plowing parking lots and patrolling parking lots and trails to
educate users.
Members of the McCall Winter Recreation Forum
celebrate their award. At rear, from left, ate Mike
Paradis, Larry Laxson, Dan Krohn, Cai in O'Brien -
Feeney and Rob McFadden. In front, from left, are
Susan Jenkins, Becky Johnstone, Lisa Klinger and
Niki LeClair.
Other accomplishments include riding snowmobile trails with visitors, lessening conflicts between
backcountry skiers and snowmobilers, and printing a winter recreation map.
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Frontier Communications reaches agreement with union workers
Frontier Communications Corp. has reached a tentative agreement on a new collective bargaining
agreement with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers representing about 11 Frontier
employees in McCall.
IBEW- represented employees In Frontiers Idaho operations ratified their agreement on Nov. 6.
The collective bargaining agreement has been extended for three years until November 2017 and will
help Frontier remain competitive and enhance customer service while continuing to provide good wages
and benefits to its Idaho union employees, a news release said.
The new contract includes competitive wage increases and modest changes to employee benefits.
Frontier Communications operates in 28 states and has about 17,000 employees.
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Feds order Chapala to pay back wages to 9 McCall workers
Chapala Mexican Restaurant will pay $230,000 in back wages and liquidated damages to 51
employees, including nine in McCall, after a U.S. Department of Labor investigation found overtime
violations, a news release said.
The violations were found Chapala's locations in McCall, Boise, Nampa and Garden City.
Investigators with the labor department's Wage and Hour Division found the restaurant owners failed
to pay cooks, tipped employees and other staff for all hours worked plus 1 -112 time for hours worked
beyond 40 per week, as required by the Fair Labor Standards Act.
The nine employees in McCall will be paid $11,848 for the violations, which occurred between August
2012 and August of this year, a labor department spokesman said.
"Chapala systemically underpaid dozens of employees for overtime hours worked," said Thomas Silva,
the division's acting district director in Portland "Those workers will now get the wages they earned."
"The law protects workers, but it also levels the playing field," Silva said. "Employers who play by the
rules should not be at a financial disadvantage to those businesses that make a profit when they violate
the law."
Federal law requires that covered employees be paid at least the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per
hour, as well as 1 -1/2 times their regular rates for every hour they work beyond 40 per week.
The law also requires employers to maintain accurate records of employees wages, hours and other
conditions of employment.
The law provides that employers who violate the law are generally liable to employees for their back
wages and an equal amount in liquidated damages, which are paid directly to the affected employees,
the news release said.
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The Cove Earns Four -Star rating from Forbes Travel Guide
The Cove, a full - service luxury spa located at Shore Lodge in McCall, has earned a four -star rating
from Forbes Travel Guide.
The concept of creating an authentic representation of Idaho luxury gave birth to The Cove in 2011,
Shore Lodge President and General Manager Dan Scott said.
"Our sole aim was to create a spa that immersed you in the spirit of Idaho and all that McCall has to
offer," Scott said.
"We knew that the majority of luxury spas offered 'Zen -like' experiences and a more traditional spa
approach, but to be frank, that was not going to be right for us," he said.
"The traditions of McCall and the spirit of adventure are woven into our DNA and served as the
elements of inspiration for this project," Scott said.
"Here we are, just three years later, and we are one of the four -star spas in the state, if not the only
one," spa Director Leah Gower said.
"We're surrounded by world- renowned resorts like Sun Valley and Coeur d'Alene, and for The Cove to
receive the recognition and four -star rating from Forbes Travel Guide is incredibly rewarding," Gower
said.
Upon entering the spa, guests are immediately enveloped in a cavernous lobby crafted from more
than 60 floor- to-ceiling Douglas Fir logs. As they venture deeper into the spa they experience new
adventures literally around every comer.
Corridors are wrapped in luxurious Pacific Northwest antique oak, treatment rooms feature custom
wall coverings and luxurious linens, and a pair of saltwater immersion pools, indoor and outdoor, woo
and charm with over 30 tons of authentic McCall granite boulders.
For more than 50 years, the Forbes team of professional inspectors have traveled the globe evaluating
the world's best hotels, restaurants and spas against a rigorous set of more than 500 criteria.
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McCall Rite Aid to celebrate remodeling
with health clinic on Saturday
BY CHRISTIE GROB
for The Star-News
The Rite Store in McCall will host a health clinic on Saturday to celebrate its remodeling, which
includes the addition of a cafe at the front of the store.
The store, located at 451 Deinhard Ln. in The Marketplace
at McCall, is celebrating its renovated floor plan and
enhanced services with a health clinic from noon to 4 p.m.
'
Saturday. Those attending will receive free glucose and
cholesterol screening as well as information about
immunizations and quitting smoking.
The renovations to the store, which opened in 1997, is the
-"-
latest enhancement to Rite Aid's "Wellness Store" format
introduced in 2011, store manager Jayne Glaser said.
The new Fresh Day Cafit at the front of the store offers
self -serve frozen yogurt and sorbet with a toppings bar and
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decadent pastries to enjoy at a built-in counter with stools.
BmiW Hylton, manager ofthe new The Fresh nay
Cafe at Rite Aid in McCall, serves a cup of fresh
The cafe is managed by Assistant Manager Becky Hylton,
cefEee to Kristy Kolsen of McCal
who has worked at the McCall store for five years.
The physical improvements to Rite Aid have been accompanied by staffing changes, Glaser said.
A "wellness ambassador" has been added to act as a "bridge between the front end of the store and
the pharmacy," she said.
A beauty advisor is available in the modernized cosmetic department to provide information and
demonstrate products to customers.
Also included in the new look is a private pharmacy consultation room, new organic and gluten free
products, an expanded caregiver section, all - natural personal and home care products, and a larger
wellness magazine and book section.
The new format is part of a "continued commitment to help customers and their families live healthier
lives," Glaser said.
Store hours are 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Sunday. Pharmacy hours are Monday through
Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call
634 -4929.
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The Springs owner to seek tax credits to expand by 36 apartments
Low - income units currently has waiting list
BY TOM GROTE
The Star-News
The owner of The Springs low- income housing complex in McCall wants to add 36 apartments to meet
the demand of more working families in the area, a spokesman said this week.
The Housing Company of Boise will apply next month for federal low- income tax credits that will allow
it to offer low rents, said Kathryn Almberg, housing development officer with The Housing Company
"Community leaders have expressed that there is significant demand for more affordable rental units in
McCall and Valley County; Almberg said.
The Springs, located at the end of Jacob Street, opened in 2011 with 36 apartments ranging from
studio apartments to three bedroom units.
The tenants work in such occupations as schools, day care, medical care, hospitality, grocery stores,
construction and automotive, while some of renters are retired, she said.
Almost one-third of the residents have lived at The Springs since it opened, Almberg said. There is a
short waiting list of applications for apartments.
One reason The Springs has been successful is its energy - efficient design that results on an average
utility bill of $85 to $90 per month for a three- bedroom apartment, Almberg said
'The Springs units are new, they have good floor plans, are in a convenient k)cation and have low
utility costs," she said.
The complex is built on land donated by Valley County and is approved for as many as 148
apartments, Almberg said.
If tax credits for the second phase are approved, the mix of apartments would be similar to the current
phase, she said. The current property has four studio, eight one -bed, 18 two-bed and six three -bed
units.
One reason the waiting list is short is because The Springs has a high rejection rate for potential
applicants due to poor credit or criminal histories, Almberg said. The complex also has a high rate of
tenants who are past -due on their rent, she said.
Almberg could not predict when the new apartments would be available if the second phase is
approved.
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Jan McCoy Properties adds agent for McCall area properties
Buying and selling a home shouldn't be complicated or expensive, which is why Jan McCoy Properties
has brought its fresh new approach to real estate to McCall.
Jan McCoy Properties, of Clarkston, Wash., has hired Barb Kutterer to be its McCall -area
agent.
"She is an amazing person and a top notch professional, with a solid foundation and
excellent training in real estate," said Jan McCoy, principal broker -owner for Idaho and
Washington.
"Barb is a first -class act, not to mention she is driven and loves to be able to offer her
clients a great value and service," McCoy said.
Kutterer is able to offer McCoy's $3,000 flat fee, which allows sellers to price their
t 1" property competitively while at the same time providing a fair fee to other brokerages that
find a buyer.
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"It is extremely affordable for the sellers while giving all the buyers a reasonable and
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Barbara realistic price on the listings we have on market for them to purchase," McCoy said.
Kutte r
"Our fees are flexible and negotiable and addressed with each client individually, one client at a time,"
she said.
Jan McCoy Properties belongs to five Multiple Listing Service associations, which provides an
advantage for its clients.
McCoy has been in the real estate business in Idaho and Washington for 20 years, and is a survivor of
the economic crash of the last decade.
"When the real estate market hit an all -time low nationwide in 2008, 1 quickly decided I was not going
to 'sink with the Titanic' as many real estate companies did," she said.
"I developed a new business model that would serve the sinking market we found ourselves in to
benefit both sellers and buyers alike," McCoy said, adding the model has been "extremely successful"
so far.
McCoy sees a new surge of growth in the McCall real estate market.
"We look forward to being there for sellers with our fresh new approach," she said. "When real estate
is overpriced it tends to sit on the market and nobody benefits from that."
As a gift to buyers, Jan McCoy Properties will reimburse them for their home inspection, up to $275, at
the closing table.
Contact Barb Kutterer at (208) 634 -0060 or reaftorbarb.kutterer@gmail.com. For more information, go
to www.janmccoyproperties.com.
The address of the Clarkston office is 1490 Fair Street, Clarkston, WA 99403. Call (208) 305 -9989
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REALTORS GIVETO
FOOD BANKS - The CAS 1 11U t
Mountain Central
Association of Realtors
had made donations to
food banks m McCall,
Donnav and Cascade,
Biggins and New
Meadows. At right,
Realtor Dave O'Brien
presents a check to Ben
Wellington, a Realtor
member who volunteers
at the Cascade Food
Pantry . Above, Realtors Rick Carr, left, a %olunteer
at the Donnelly Food Bank, receives a check from
2015 MCAR President Mary Nuckols. At right, 2014
MCAR President Marietta Romero presents a check
to Realtor Dave Holland, who volunteers at
Heartland Hanger Resource Center in McCall
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Photo by Sue Patterson ALPHA NURSERY EXPANDS - George Wishey and a
friend are shown building a greenbouse that will be used to grow vegetables and
fruits at Alpha Nursery south of Cascade. When completed, customers will be able
to pick organically grown vegetables and fruits. The greenhouse was partly funded
by a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture .
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The Hunt Lodge owners acquire
Best Western Plus motel in McCall
BY TOM GROTE
The Star -News
The owners of the Holiday Inn Express/The Hunt Lodge in McCall have acquired the Best Western
Plus McCall Lodge and Suites.
Kirk and Marsha Smith and two unnamed investors have
added the 66 -room Best Western to the 85 -room Hunt
Lodge for a total of 151 rooms. The purchase price was not
disclosed.
The acquisition makes the Smiths the owners of the most �d
motel rooms in McCall, just edging out Bob Hunt, who owns R cmen> omc
the 79 -room America's Best Value Inn and Suites and the Jemine and Katie Petry stand in the lobby
63 -room Super 8 Lodge for a total of 142 rooms. —Ption area ofthe Best western Plus Mecall
Lodge and Suites.
The Smiths, who bought The Hunt Lodge in 2013 from Hunt, purchased the Best Western from
Callaho, LLC, of Seattle. The lodge opened in 2007 at 211 S 3rd St. under the Amierclnn brand and was
converted to a Best Western Plus in 2010.
Both properties will be managed by Katie and Jerame Petry, who assumed operations of The Hunt
Lodge when it was acquired. Katie Petry is the daughter of the Smiths.
"We saw the Best Western as a solid long -term investment as well as an opportunity to spread out
some of the overhead cost that were solely being put on The Hunt Lodge," Jerame Petry said.
'The hotels offer similar amenities and room types, which makes it easy to interchange staff when
needed and also gives us more flexibility when it comes to room blocks and meeting space rentals," he
said.
The Best Western Plus has 12 suites, a pool, hot tub, dry sauna, meeting room, wireless Internet and
satellite televisions. Rates range from $109 to 175 for standard rooms depending on seasons and local
events
The Best Western employs 10 permanent employees and five to eight seasonal employees, while The
Hunt Lodge employs 13 permanent employees and eight to 12 seasonal employees.
After acquiring The Hunt Lodge, the Smiths renovated the motel's pool area and conducted a full
renovation of the rooms, "from the carpet to the wallpaper to the furniture," Petry said.
The Smiths have no plans for expansion of The Hunt Lodge, which received approval from the city of
McCall in 2006 for addition of a convention center. That approval expired in 2012.
The Smith also own the Golden RV Park adjacent to The Hunt Lodge. In 2007, the city approved the
building of a two -story, 47 -room motel on the RV park site, but that approval expired in 2008.
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SHOPPING SPREE- Ron Coate from Eagle, left,
shows Paul's Market Manager Joe Garnett the
results of his Western Family Shopping Spree that
he won on Saturday. The shopping spree was
originally sebeduled to last two minutes, but
Garnett decided to provide some extra thne when
Coate said he could gi%T all the food collected to
the Heartland Hunger Resource Center in McCall.
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Steve's Automotive will only sell what
car, truck owners need
Honest work and friendly service is the only way to operate at Steve's Automotive and Towing, newly
opened in McCall.
The full service auto repair and maintenance shop is ',,
located at 125. S. Mission St. near the McCall Smokejumper
Base. Owner Steve Bemardinelli decided to move his well-
established business from Council to McCall because of the
location. A i
"We are the authorized AAA roadside assistance provider "r ,
for the area, and being in McCall gives us a more central +. s•
location," Bernardinelli said. AAA members receive a 10 drs
percent discount on other services.
Steve's Automotive can handle all kinds of service and
repair, including electrical, transmissions, engine
diagnostics, brakes, struts and shocks. r
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"We believe in preventative maintenance rather than Zach Famer performs a diagnostic test while Steve
p Bernatdinelli looks on at Ste v's Automotive in
extensive repairs, Bernardinelli said. "So if that 'check McCall
engine' light comes on, don't wait to have it checked."
Zach Famer, the manager of the McCall shop, said he is not interested in selling parts or service to
customers if they are not needed. "We are interested in helping people," said Famer, who was raised in
Superior, Mont.
Farner has been an automotive technician for 11 years and specialized in automotive technology while
attending North Idaho College Coeur d'Alene.
He is certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence and is continuing his
education with the goal of reaching the master level.
Farner also has taken many AC Delco training courses and is trained on air conditioning and
electronics on most makes and models of cars and pickups.
'I love my job, being able to know in my heart that I am able to help someone with their needs and be
a professional," he said.
Grand opening specials through April 30 include a tube oil and filter change special for $29.95 for most
cars and trucks and $89.96 for most diesels. Call 634 -3614 for an appointment or stop in at the shop for
a free consultation.
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Speaker: Realtors can help solve problem of affordable house
BY CMUS11E GROB
for The Star -News
Real estate agents can do more than profit from their community, a national real estate advisor said at
a luncheon in McCall last week.
Georgia Meacham, a real estate educator with the College of Western Idaho, told agents attending the
luncheon at Idaho First Bank they can assist their communities in creating affordable housing.
Meacham outlined grants that can be found for communities trying to build more affordable housing.
The grants can be used to conduct studies and create conversations on how to solve the problem, she
said.
Some examples of uses for such grants were presented at the luncheon to give local Realtors ideas of
how they can be a part of the search for answers.
One suggestion was to use some money to join with universities or developers to see what could be
done to improve the economic issues experienced by all communities.
Meacham is vice chair of the National Housing Opportunity Committee and a member of the Fair
Housing Task Force.
She told the audience of 26 agents and community members, including New Meadows Mayor Tony
Koberstein and Valley County Commissioner Bill Willey, that communities of all sizes share the problem
of affordable housing.
"I find it fascinating what communities are doing across the nation," she said.
After attending a meeting in Baltimore in January, Meacham realized Idaho's small communities "could
really benefit from some of the opportunities the Realtor organizations have ".
A next step would be for the Realtors to open a conversation involving community members and
officials on ways to use the resources the Realtors can offer.
The luncheon was held during a day -long educational session on affordable housing sponsored by the
Mountain Central Association of Realtors.
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Jim Boley Joins McCall Real Estate Company as agent
McCall Real Estate Company in McCall has added Jim Boley, an experienced California attorney with
a diverse background, to its agent roster.
For nearly a quarter of a century, Boley provided counsel to California clients in
the health care and other industries on litigation and general legal matters.
"All of us at the McCall Real Estate Company are delighted that Jim has joined
us," said Michael Anderson, broker and owner of the firm.
"Jim's professional background and broad understanding of the real estate
business has already resulted in his successfully listing a property and getting it
sold within just a few short weeks of becoming a Realtor," Anderson said.
After sending four daughters to college, Boley and his wife, Maddy, decided to
turn their visits to their vacation home in McCall into a permanent relocation to
"their dream home in the mountains."
Boley brings proven communication and negotiation skills to Idaho real estate
transactions, focusing on representing buyers and sellers to the highest
standards of accountability, transparency and integrity.
Prior to joining McCall Real Estate Company, Boley served as in -house General
Counsel for 5D Robotics, where he was responsible for its legal affairs and was a
member of the executive leadership team.
Arn Boley
In private practice, Boley was a partner of Neil, Dymott, Perkins, Brown & Frank, where he built a
varied practice ranging from the defense of insureds of the largest medical professional insurer in the
United States.
He also handled legal matters for celebrities such as Ozzy Osbourn, Jewel and The Stone Temple
Pilots.
Boley is a member of the Mountain Central Association of Realtors, the Idaho Association of Realtors
and the National Association of Realtors, where he ascribes to the NAR Code of Ethics for Realtors.
He enjoys fishing, hiking and exploring the high mountain lakes of central Idaho.
Contact Boley at (619) 993 -3595 orjim .boleya@mccallrealestate.com.
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Lake Fork Mere reopens with coffee
bar, old -time friendly service
In the rear of Lake Fork Merc, the tables were occupied with locals having early morning conversation
and coffee.
"I love this sound," Sherry Holman said of the banter
surrounding her.
Holman and her husband, Bob, are the new owners of
Lake Fork Merc, which they purchased in an auction in June I
and which reopened last month.
Lake Fork Merc sells convenience store groceries, quick
food item and cold drinks. New to the mercantile is a coffee
shop with freshly made espresso and lattes, F'real
lakn Pork Mem manager Megan Itourhaid, leN,
milkshakes, smoothies, and frozen cappuccino. han &arch ..p nr -ff I--
uotman.
A grand opening celebration will be held Friday through
Sunday with free hot dogs and drinks from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday and drawings each day for gift
certificates to local restaurants.
Manning the coffee shop is barista Megan Bouchard, who is also the store's manager. "She makes the
best vanilla latte I have ever had," Holman said.
The Holmans, of Nampa, are owners of a refrigeration trucking company in Caldwell who have owned
a home Jug Mountain Ranch for the last two years.
Their company runs more than 200 trucks carrying groceries, the closest they had been to the grocery
business before now.
The couple was determined to maintain the feel of the old Lake Fork Merc. Renovation of the building,
gas pumps and parking area took local contractors two months to complete, a feat that seemed to defy
possibility with initial inspection, Bob Holman said.
"There was a lot more work that needed to be done than we first thought," Holman said.
The old wood floor was "getting ready to cave in" and had to be replaced, he said. During the remodel
the Holmans marveled at the old construction, which included railroad ties in the walls.
The interior has been updated with a public restroom, while the walls sport vintage photos of the
original store.
Along with the unique construction, the Holmans were surprised to find out the small building located
behind the present store, once used as a butcher shop, was actually the original store.
The fuel station is open 24 hours with credit or debit card and offers all grades of non - ethanol gasoline
and diesel. There are diesel pumps for trucks and RVs with extra long hoses
The store is open every day from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Call 634 -4114.
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America's Best Communities team gets new name
The Valley County /Meadows Valley America's Best Community team has renamed itself the West
Central Mountains, Idaho's Adventure Corridor.
The team targets entrepreneurs, tourism, and recreation as well as natural resources industries such
as mining, agricultural, geothermal, and logging, as key for local economic prosperity.
The team is creating an economic revitalization guide to implement projects in the region. A few of the
objectives include housing, pathways, and infrastructure to accommodate industrial uses.
Representatives of West Central Mountains, Idaho's Adventure Corridor will be at the MCPAWS
Regional Animal Shelter's Oktoberfest on Saturday, Oct. 3, at the Alpine Village in McCall.
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Couple expands Kinetieo quality
water systems to Valley County
The worldwide reputation of Kinetico non - electric water treatment systems is now available in Valley
County.
Rick and Karen Martinez have branched out to McCall
from Meridian, where they have owned Kinetico Quality
Water of Southwest Idaho since 2007.
"We are a family owned and operated business and we
hope to employee local residents as we grow and expand,"
Karen Martinez said.
Founded in 1970, Kinetico is a global manufacturer of
water treatment systems for home and businesses.
Rick Martinez refills a water bottle at the new
Recognized for their reliable, economical and sustainable Kinetico office in McCall while Karen Martinez
approach to water treatment, Kinetico products are used and watches.
recommended by millions of people all over the world.
Kinetico systems are not one-size-fits-all like other water filtration systems, said Rick Martinez, who
has been in the business 30 years.
"We fit our system to the water needs," he said, noting Kinetico products clean iron and sulfur out of
well water as well as remove chlorine from city water.
Martinez started in the business in the 1970s as a plumber. Later he joined the military where the
Army put his experience to use on large systems.
Along with home and business systems, the McCall Kinetico store offers hot and cold water stands,
water jugs for delivery or pickup, as well as filters and salt for any system.
"People don't have to go to Boise or have products delivered anymore," Karen Martinez said.
The couple is proud not only of Kinetico's high standards, but also the fact all systems are 100 percent
non - electric and made in the United States. "We think that is an important point," she said.
Rick Martinez holds advanced certification in his field, is a member of the McCall Area Chamber of
Commerce and a member of the Better Business Bureau.
The McCall office is located at 125 Commerce St. Call 634 -1888 or visit www.kineticotv.com.
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Realtors award grant to place
benches at New Meadows park
The Mountain Central Association of Realtors has used a $2,200 Placemaking grant from the National
Association of Realtors to provide three park benches in New Meadows.
The benches have been installed in a corner of Dorsey
Warr Memorial Park to welcome visitors and locals enjoying
the park's green space and facilities. The city of New
Meadows installed the benches and has agreed to maintain
them.
The benches were installed just in time for this weekend's
Meadows Valley Days festivities in New Meadows.
"Realtors live, work and volunteer in their communities and
take immense pride in working to improve them," said Cory
Corbet, vice president of the board of Mountain Central
Association Realtors.
"Placemaking can help foster healthier, more social and
economically viable communities," Corbet said. "It creates
places where people feel a strong stake in their
neighborhoods and are committed to making things better."
From left, Realtor members Mike Olson and Cindy
Koberstein, New Meado.S Mayor Tony Kobetstein,
and Realtor members Cory Corbet and Shelly
DeMoss cut the ribbon to dedicate new' benches at
Dorsey Warr Memorial Park.
Placemaking grants are awarded to local and state Realtor associations to help them and their
members initiate projects in the community.
"As the New Meadows area becomes more attractive and welcoming, nearby properties may also
increase in value," Corbet said.
For more information, visit www.mountaincentralrealtors.com.
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Melanie Holmes Joins Tamarack Realty as agent
Tamarack Realty has added Melanie Holmes, formerly of McCall Real Estate Company, as an agent.
Holmes was bom in Moscow to Navy parents Dean and Peggy Holmes and the family
moved to the Seattle area shortly after her birth.
s
' ? It was not until 1991 that Holmes came back to Idaho, moving to the Ketchum area to
work in the hotel, lodging and retail industry at a family -owned resort in Glacier National
Melanie
Park, Mont. In 2001, Holmes made the switch to the title and escrow industry.
Holmes
It was the best decision 1 have made as it brought me to this area," she said.
For the last 12 years Holmes has lived and worked in the McCall, Tamarack, Donnelly and Cascade
area. Moving from Ketchum in 2004 as an escrow officer for AmeriTitle, she assisted with real estate
closings, notably for Tamarack properties.
"We are thrilled to welcome Melanie to Tamarack Realty," said Trisha Sears, co -owner and general
manager of Tamarack Realty.
"Melanie brings not only great knowledge of Valley County and prior resort experience, but passion
and enthusiasm to our growing team at Tamarack Realty," Sears said.
"Her timing couldn't be better as real estate transactions in Tamarack Resort and our entire valley are
reaching record highs this summer, which we expect to continue into this upcoming winter season," she
said.
Holmes believes having a background in title and escrow helps her in working with the real estate
community. She is a member of the Mountain Central Association of Realtors and the Idaho Association
of Realtors where she ascribes to the NAR Code of Ethics.
She enjoys fishing, hiking, skiing and spending time with good friends. Contact Holmes at 315 -0865 or
melanie@tamarackrealty.net.
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NO SPITTOON NEEDED -Jack Egmatz, 3, Of
McW, pats effort iato his attempt duriag the
Pumpkm Seed Spitting Challenge on Saturday at
The Pancake and Christmas House in McCall. The
eventwa part of the r stsucaufs Pumpkin
Lighting Festnal.
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The Last Stitch: Long Valley Canvas switches off sewing machines after 21 years
BY CHRISTtE GROB
for The Star -News
If you see a handsome - looking [over on a speed boat or pontoon boat, there is a good chance it was
made at Long Valley Canvas in McCall.
That changed on Tuesday, when owners Loyd and Reese
Burton closed their doors after 21 years.,
"We're heading south, to Donnelly," Loyd said, tongue -in- t 1
cheek.
Before taking ownership in 1994, Reese worked for four„
years with the original owner, Mike McCabe. She then
taught Loyd the craft and the two have worked side -by -side _ n MCA" ! 1• ,
since. r'
Boat covers were their stock in trade, but the Buttons also
have covered items ranging from bar stools to rodeo racing
barrels. One of their more memorable jobs was making a top l for an all- purple 1964 Ford convertible. ;
"We made pencil bags and backpacks; Loyd said. "They'd
take those student through to college," Reese added. Reese Burton worts on one of the last items to be
completed at long Valley Canvas, which dosed this
week.
These days, people seem to be content to purchase the
same items at a lesser quality and price. "Boat covers come in a box now," Loyd said.
Like most businesses, they have had good and bad experiences, but chose to remember the good.
"We have met a lot of really neat people," Reese said.
With shop cat Stubbly in tow, the Burtons now move on to the next stage of their lives.
Of their 20 -year adventure, Loyd summed it up best. "We came, we saw and we went," he said.
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Business owners turn red over CodeRED alert
Notification incorrectly said power would be out for 'a couple days'
BY DAN GALLAGHER
for The Star -News
An advisory by the Valley County Sheriffs Office on Dec. 21 that power would be out "for a couple of
days" caused problems for some local businesses.
In its first live use of its CodeRED notification system, the sheriffs office sent out an alert at 3:30 p.m.
on Dec. 21 to about 9,700 telephone numbers, 837 text messages and 500 email accounts.
The alert said both main power lines serving the McCall, Cascade and Donnelly areas were out of
service and 'there is a possibility that power could be out for a couple of days."
The alert advised the recipients to prepare with drinking water, food and to keep warm.
Ice build -up and falling trees were cited by Idaho Power Co. as the cause of the two main lines losing
power on Dec. 21.
However, power was restored within a few hours and customers had their service restored gradually
throughout the day, according to Idaho Power officials.
Skiers Spooked
The CodeRED alert spooked customers of Brundage Mountain Resort, president Bob Looper said.
"Some skiers who had planned to stay and ski at Brundage for the next few days were scared off,"
Looper said.
Many skiers immediately left the ski area after hearing of the CodeRED alert, and ticket sales were
down 40 percent the next day, he said.
Some Brundage employees who received the CodeRED on their cell phone message decided to go
home to get food, water, and gas in preparation for a long outage, Looper said.
When the CodeRED message went out, many guests of who had booked timeshare accommodations
at The Aspens and Aspen Village in McCall headed back to the Boise area, said Dave Holland of the
timeshares association.
"It was a little distressing to have a two -day estimate given by the sheriffs department and almost
putting us into a panic to contact our patrons giving them the option to still come or not," Holland said.
"This translates into a large hit to the whole economy," he said.
Brundage Inn in McCall received cancellations of reservations, most of them due to outage reports,
manager Brandie Francis said.
" Cancelations usually aren't a big deal any other time, but to have six to eight cancellations in a slow
week is not helpful," Francis said.
The estimate a long power outage "really scared me and most of the customers," said Joe Garnett,
manager if Paul's Market in McCall.
The store had a freezer truck and refrigerated trailer at hand if perishables had to be pulled from the
cases, Garnett said.
Worst Case
Bolen said the county received information from Idaho Power that both main lines had been damaged
and that an outage could be "sustained."
"The worst -case scenario was we could be facing an extended power outage, possibly one to two
days," Bolen said.
"With heavy snow currently falling, strong winds and the forecast of much more snow, we decided
informing our public of the potential for an extended outage was necessary," she said.
Idaho Power did not predict an outage lasting two to three days, company spokesman Brad Bowlin
said.
The company's regional manager kept in close contact with Valley County throughout the week of
storms, Bowfin said. "He emphasized to me that we were not predicting an outage of that length," he
said.
Bolen stood by the decision the send out the alert of a possible extended outage.
"Not to do so would have been a gamble and possibly place the welfare of our citizens in jeopardy,"
she said.
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Albertsons supermarkets
acquires Paul's Market in McCall
Deal is expected to close sometime in Apnl
BY TOM GROTE
for The Star-News
Paul's Market in McCall will become an Albertsons supermarket under an announcement released on
Monday.
The change was announced as part of Albertsons acquisition of all seven Paul's Markets in southern
Idaho.
The former Paul's stores in McCall, Homedale, Kuna and Boise will stay open as Albertsons stores,
but the Paul's stores in Caldwell, Nampa and Mountain Home will be closed, a news release said.
No other details will be announced until the deal closes sometime in April, said Kathy Holland,
Albertsons communications and community relations manager.
"Over its many years operating retail food stores in the region, Paul's Market has developed an
outstanding reputation for quality, selection and service," said Brad Street, Albertson Intermountain
Division president.
"We are excited to have the chance to add experienced retail employees to our ranks, as well as the
opportunity to build on that foundation and earn the trust of Paul's Market loyal customer base," Street
said.
Albertsons made the deal with Stan and Steve Zatica, co-owners of Paul's Market.
"From the day that our family opened the first Paul's Market store in 1955, we have been a proud
Treasure Valley grocer," a statement from the Zaticas said.
"We know that the folks at Albertsons share our values and commitment to providing the best to our
communities," the statement said.
Paul's Markets was founded in Homedale by Paul Zatica, father of Stan and Steve Zatica. Paul Zatica
died in 2011.
Paul's Market acquired the McCall store in 1987 when it was known as The Marc along with Merc
stores in Riggins, Halley and Mountain Home.
Albertsons Companies is one of the largest food and drug retailers in the United States operating in 35
states and the District of Columbia under banners including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel -Osco,
Shaw's, Acme, Tom Thumb, Randalls, United Supermarkets, Pavilions, Star Market and Carrs.
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McCall man becomes partner of
Franz Witte landscaping, retail in McCall
A McCall man has become partner of the retail and landscaping services of Franz Witte in McCall.
Dave Jedry, the owner of Franz Witte - McCall, LLC, has formed a partnership with Franz
Witte Landscape Contracting, Inc. in Boise, which opened the McCall store in 2008.
Jedry moved to McCall in 2014 to work with Franz Witte as the Branch Manager. He will
continue to manage the landscaping side as well as oversee the retail store managed by
Scott Rawlings.
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paw Jedn• "His natural commitment to our company and to the community has been like having a
partner in McCall, we are so pleased to make it official!" company CEO Franz Witte said of
Jedry.
Jedry is graduate of the University of Idaho and previously ran his own landscaping company in the
resort town of Bend, Ore.
"1'm really excited to put down permanent roots in McCall and to be part of the local economy," he
said.
"I want to not only create unique landscapes and great service, but also want to provide good local
jobs," Jedry said. "I really enjoy the small -town appeal with infinite recreation opportunities."
Customers will find few changes in staff and services," he said. "We're still part of the Franz Witte
family," Jedry said.
Franz Witte is located on Idaho 55 just south of the McCall airport and employs 20 people during its
busiest season.
The company operates a retail nursery selling a large variety of plants and outdoor decor.
Franz Witte also designs and builds new landscapes including all aspects of outdoor living.
Maintenance services include mowing, irrigation management, pruning, fertilization, and snow
removal.
Franz Witte also offers a custom enhancements program that grows annual flowers for businesses
such as Shore Lodge, The Pancake and Christmas House and others.
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Kinetico to deliver water, coffee to homes, businesses
Kinetico Quality Water of McCall is branching out beyond water products into Premier Coffee and
Water featuring Madey Coffee.
The local company serving the region has Kinetico water softeners and K5 drinking water stations.
Owners Rick and Karen Martinez found Marley Coffee is a perfect fit as organic, Rain Forest Alliance
certified and artisan roasted gourmet coffee.
Starting Monday, Kinetico will provide water and coffee delivery to homes and businesses that
includes ECOCup capsules, compatible with Keurig's K -Cups.
Eco cup is the only recyclable KCUP on the market with one cent per capsule donated to improving
water quality in coffee- producing areas remaining environmentally friendly.
Kinetico also has whole coffee beans and one -pot packs for retail and delivery, as well as a selection
of other fine coffees and teas.
Customers are invited to stop by to purchase and taste samples starting Monday at the Kinetico
location at 125 Commerce St., Suite A, in the McCall Art + Commerce Center.
For more information, call 634 -1888 or go to http: / /kineticotv.com.
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Larry H. Miller donates $30,000 to humane society, Ride For Joy
Larry H. Miller Subaru Boise has donated $20,250 to the Idaho Humane Society and $11,000 to Ride
for Joy, the dealership's hometown charities for Subaru's Share the Love program.
Through this program, LHM Subaru had the opportunity to select a charity operating in their
community to add to the list of organizations that new Subaru owners and leasees could select from to
receive a $250 donation per vehicle from Subaru of America, Inc.
LHM Subaru invited customers to vote for their favorite charities, resulting in the selection of Idaho
Humane Society and Ride for Joy. The campaign ran from Nov. 20, 2015 to Jan. 2, 2016.
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Get fitness with a view at McCall Lake -Front Gym
BY CHRISTIE GROB
for The Star-News
Friendship, fitness and a million- dolAar view is offered at McCall Lake -Front Gym, located at 311 E.
Lake St. in downtown McCall.
Eric Pichon opened the gym to give locals and visitors a _
place to get fit and socialize without emptying their wallets.
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"I want it to be a place where you can work out and make
friends; said Pichon, who recently moved to Cascade from
Emmett.
The 1,900 square foot space is clean, organized and has
spectacular views of Payette Lake. M
McCall Lake -Front Gym has two treadmills, two bikes, one
elliptical machine, a leg press, a shoulder press, a squat TendleTmveyofMcCall programsa treadmill in
rack, a bench rack, and multiple leg machines, front ofthe vi—IPayettelakeatMcCalllake-
Front Gym.
If that wasn't enough, there is an ab machine, a cud and tri
machine, calf lift and back machine. The free weight area has two cud bars, one tri-bar and free weights,
while another room has a Roman chair, kick/punch bag, back lift and ab bench, stretch mats and
exercise ball.
There are no contracts at McCall Lake -Front Gym, and the low monthly fee of $30 Is kind to one's
pocketbook. Discounts are available for prepaid fees up to a year in advance.
"People can come here to work out and stay to have coffee or a bite to eat on the patio," Pichon said.
The lake access offered by his gym allows members to enjoy the beach as well and take a swim, he
said.
Pichon is interested in the needs of his members and will do his best to acquire equipment to meet
their needs.
"I want to offer whatever the members are asking for," he said.
McCall Lake -Front Gym is open Mondays through Fridays from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturdays 9 a.m. to
6 p.m. and Sundays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
For more Information, go to http:/ /mocalliakefrontgym.com or call (208) 954 -3076.
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Bargain Hunters Kick off Summer
Yard sales line Idaho 55 over Memorial Day weekend
BY MONICA GOKEY
for The Star -News
Shelby Siewert, 13, and her twin sisters Elsa and Carty, 8, were at the Main Street Community Yard
Sale in Donnelly on Saturday for one thing - a horse. Actually, make that three horses.
The Siewert girls, of Donnelly, were peddling their old
clothes, horse movies and a selection of handmade
potholders in hopes of saving up for a four - legged riding
buddy.
The need to raise cash was the common motivation of
those Long Valley during the
conducting yard sales all along
Memorial Day weekend, the traditional kick -off of the yard
sale season.
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Luckily, the Siewert girls had a good role model in the art
of yard sailing. At the table next door, their mom, Heidi
Siewert, was selling honey.
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Norma Johnson from Cascade looks at a bracelet
Forty -five minutes after setting up shop, Heidi had already
offered by Shelby and Carly Siewert of Donnelly
sold three jars of honey despite a sleepy Main Street.
during Saturdays Don aelly Community Yard sale.
Among the trickle of shoppers that stopped by to scope out the Siewert family's merchandise were
Donna Limbert and Norma Johnson both of Cascade.
Johnson had a list of what she was looking for over the holiday weekend: a couple of barstools, a
dinette set and a drop -leaf table.
Unfortunately, the potholders and horse paraphernalia didn't measure up. But it was still early in the
day and the two women weren't daunted in their hunt.
"This is the (weekend) where everyone brings something out," Limbert said.
The Main Street yard sale in Donnelly is officially unofficial. Vendors need not reserve space or pay a
fee — they just show up. The Donnelly Chamber of Commerce puts out the word about the event. Last
year the sale drew four vendors. This year, it was just the Siewerts.
Interesting Bounty
But not far off Main Street, several other yard sales yielded plenty of Interesting bounty for shoppers
on the prowl.
In Historic Roseberry east of Donnelly, Mary Hager was selling a lifetime's collection of antiques.
Some of Hager's more unique items Included a ship's steering wheel from the 1800s, a hardwood
dresser with a hidden drawer, and 1917 bayonet from World War I.
"I personally like the weird and unusual," Hager said with a laugh.
After closing down a shop she ran in Boise two years ago, she was left with three storage units, a
moving truck, a basement and a garage full of antiques In her collection.
With eager yard sailers buzzing in and out of her tent, Hager admits she misses the thrill of the hunt —
that is, tracking down antiques for her shop.
But she says she doesn't mind doing more selling and less buying these days.
"It's the economy," she said. "When the economy got bad people brought out all kinds of stuff." The
market is flush with antiques that used to be rare — and by consequence, prices are down, Hager said.
The best - selling items in her Saturday arsenal were conventional knick- knacks over antiques - fishing
tackle, camping equipment, tools and old jars.
"Those old jars just make the best displays," Hager said. She had several hundred for sale.
One customer eagerly sapping them up was Hunter Howell of McCall. The bride -to -be hoped to use
the old jars in wedding displays.
"We're looking for antique bottles, jars — stuff for centerpieces," Howell said. "Plus maybe a couple of
old window frames or a standout piece of furniture for decoration."
Howell brought back -up. Her mother was there to help carry jars, and her father came along to offer
haggling tips picked up watching "American Pickers" on television.
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Albertsons launches gasoline rewards
program at McCall store
Patrons of McCall's new Albertsons store can now save at the pump through its gas rewards program.
Customers can earn points and redeem up to $1 per gallon at participating Chevron and Texaco
stations. Customers can enroll by downloading the "just for U" app, then earn one point for every dollar
on selected 'items.
Customers also can save even more in the store by using the savings app format for Apple and
Android smart phones or tablets. Offers through the app include manufacturer and store coupons, plus
personalized deals for customers based on their shopping history.
Shoppers can add offers to their account and the savings will be automatically applied to store
purchases, replacing the need for paper coupons.
" Albertsons is committed to delighting its customers at every turn with quality, value and convenience,"
said Kathy Holland, communications and community relations manager for the Intermountain Division.
"We're excited to announce these two new savings programs, 'just for U' and Gas Rewards in
partnership with Chevron and Texaco, to McCall shoppers which help make their critical purchases
more affordable," Holland said.
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Silver Market: McCall Farmers' Market celebrate 25 of fresh food, fun
BY CMUSTIE GROB
for The Star -News
Libby Schultz remembers when the McCall Fanners' Market could almost fit under a tomato vine.
"There was us, (market founder) Susan (Marshall) and
wonderful Lillian selling her flowers," Schultz said of the
market's early days in 1991. Schultz and her husband, Bob,
travel from Riggins twice per week to sell the bounty from
their garden as well as home - canned goods.
The couple hopes to make money each week, but meeting
and keeping friends has been the reason they have been
coming back for the last 25 years, Schultz said.
"I've seen kids be bom, grow up and have their own
children," she said.
Today, 35 vendors set up their tents at the corner of
Railroad Avenue and Pine Street every Wednesday and
Saturday, selling fresh fruit and vegetables, flowers and
plants as well organic beef, Iamb, pork, Iamb and venison
and various baked and canned goods.
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carrots for Lori Johnson of McCall at the McCall
Farmers' Market.
"It is exciting that the idea of locally grown produce and meats has come into its own over the last
decade" says Marshall. "Our loyal clientele appreciates knowing how the food they eat is produced. It is
an added bonus that the vendor is also a friend."
The motivation for the market was the growing demand for food without preservatives and that is fresh
and grown nearby, said Patsy Kelley, who has helped Marshall operate the market since its second
year.
"Quality is a product of good stewardship, soils, care in handling and lack of unknown chemicals that
may be harmful since most are inadequately tested," Kelley said.
The cost of food at the McCall Farmers Markets sometimes is more expensive than supermarket
goods, because most farmers use organic methods that take more time and labor, she said.
"This is a peculiar situation, however, since we also don't have expenses for chemicals and machinery
and immigrant labor for the most part," Kelley said. "We also do not have the overhead of a large store
and the transportation costs."
"My joy in sharing what I grow is combined with suggestions for preparing good food for others'
families and encouraging people to try to grow a portion of their own food," Kelley said.
Proving Ground
The market has served as a proving ground for entrepreneurs who went on to create their own
successful businesses, Marshall said. Both Stacey Cakes and Evening Rise Bread Co. in McCall began
as a booth at McCall Farmers' Market.
"The idea of getting people ready to move on to a shop is what being a nonprofit is all about," she said.
"We are proud to have assisted Carlos and Elodia Arias with the sale of their fabulous tamales and
chili rellenos. They come to America from Michoacan, Mexico with wonderful authentic family recipes."
Erin Falvey just started to sell her baked goods at the market in June and is hoping to have some of
the same success. She already has a huge following for her delectables.
"I've loved to cook and bake since I was a kid," said Falvey, who learned to bake from her mother and
grandmother growing up in McCall.
Vendors pay the not - for -profit market 5 percent of their gross sales to cover maintenance and
operating expenses. What remains is donated to local nonprofit groups that apply for grant monies each
fall. Last year the Farmers' Market donated over $7000 to local non profit entities.
"The hustle and bustle at the McCall's Fanners' Market creates a cherry buzz," Dixie Johnson said.
"Folks are browsing, meeting old friends and making new ones, sampling a wide assortment of tasty
foods and searching out the perfect items for the special meal they are planning," Johnson said.
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Pro -Build Design Center Is to homeowners what a library is to readers
Locals looking to build or remodel their homes have a vast resource in McCall to guide them from dirt
to welcome mat.
Pro -Build Builders First Source offers a Design Center
where customers can lay hands on samples from most of
the major brands of flooring, cabinets, countertops, doors,
decorative tile, siding, roofing, decking, paint, and landscape
materials to fit any budget.
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Cutting edge and state -of- the -art materials are also
featured, said Karri Seiber, the center's manager.
"A lot of people think that the only option they have is to do
their research on the internet," Seiber
said.
"But you can't touch the samples that way and see the way
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Fro-Build Builders First Source offers a Design
Center where customers can lay hands on samples
the light plays on them," she said. "And wouldn't it be nice to
from most of the major brands of flooring,
talk to an expert about a material line right on site? We offer
cabinets, muntettops, doors, deeomtiv tile, siding,
that."
roofing, decking, paint, and landscape materials to
fit any budget.
Do-it- yourselfers are welcome. The center's specialists are available for consultation by contacting the
design center. Pro-Build employs an expert in every facet of building
materials who knows options a
customer hasn't even thought of, Seiber said. All consultations
are free.
The Design Center's displays occupy the north side of the Pro-Build retail building. Customers are
welcome to browse on their own but are encouraged to connect with the center's experts to make sure
they see the full range of products available.
To set up an appointment, contact Seiber at 634 -2234 or DesignCenter @PROBUILD.COM. Pro-Build
is located at the intersection of Deinhard Lane and Idaho 55 on the south end of McCall.
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McCall Boat Works wins awards at Lake Tahoe
A boat restored by McCall Boat Works in McCall won awards at the recent 44th Concour s d' Elegance
held at Obexers Tahoe in Homewood, Calif.
McCall Boat Works owner Don Hardy and his crew presented a 1952 Chris Craft 19 -foot racing
runabout named "Happy Days" owned by Ed and Nancy Alexander of Lomita, Calif.
Happy Days won First Place in Class, and was the highest scoring of the Marque Class for Chris Craft
racing runabouts built between 1936 and 1954.
McCall Boat Works has taken care of "Happy Days" for the last nine years. The boat can be seen on
Payette Lake and Lake Arrowhead, Calif.
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Pro - Active owner completes course on McKenzie method
Pro-Active Physical Therapy of McCall owner Pat Zak has completed the lumbar spine course as part
of The McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy.
Zak underwent 26 hours of training in the McKenzie Method, which offers a reliable and practical
approach to pain management.
"The McKenzie method uses a systematic approach to identify and appropriately treat a patient to help
reduce or eliminate low back pain," Zak said.
The treatment method teaches the patient to manage their symptoms with home exercises, he said.
The training taken by Zak focused on treatment of low back pain. Therapists at Pro-Active will be
taking further training with the McKenzie method in November for problems of the neck.
Pro-Active Physical Therapy of McCall is located at 409 S. Third St. Suite C in McCall. Call 634 -8517
for information or an appointment.
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IDAHO FIRST MONTH - At left, Anna Vanuoy,
Idaho First Bank vice president and area executive,
looks on as New Meadows Mayor Tony Koberstem
presents Angela Perkins, Idaho First area vice
president and manager of bank operations, with a
copy of a proclamation declaring September as
Idaho First Month. The bank opened a branch in
New Meadows on Sept. 12 at 308 Virginia St.
downtown. Cami Shipley is in charge of operations
of the blanch and Sheila Thompson and Nikki
Crogh, both of New Meadows, were hired as
customer relations managers. A grand opening
celebration will be held from q p.m. to 6 p.m.
Monday with a ribbonK tting planned for 3 p.m.
Monday.
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Off The Menu
Restaurant seeks to change city's limit on formula' eateries
BY TOM GROTE
for The Star -News
When Ashley Ferguson decided she wanted to open a restaurant in McCall, she thought the main
problem would be finding good help and a suitable space. Then Ferguson found out a city ordinance
forbids her from doing business in McCall.
Ferguson and her husband, David Aboud, own The Griddle, a series of four restaurants in Boise,
Eagle, Meridian and Winnemucca, Nev., with a fifth location planned in Nampa.
The couple were negotiating with the owners of the Alpine Village condo and commercial complex in
McCall to open a sixth restaurant in McCall when they found out about the city ordinance passed in
2006.
That ordinance says only 10 percent of restaurants in McCall could be what the code called "formula"
restaurants, or which have similar businesses elsewhere with the same names.
There are 44 restaurants inside the city limits of McCall, of which five meet the city's definition of
"formula" - Chapala Mexican Restaurant, Moxie Java, Stax, Subway and KB's Burritos, according to the
city's Community Development Department.
That means seven more single - location restaurants would have to open before The Griddle would be
allowed to do business in McCall.
The intent of the code is to promote the city's special character, Community Development Director
Michelle Groenevelt said.
"The rationale is that McCall will be a place that has unique restaurants and retail opportunities as
opposed to 'Everywhere USA' places," Groenevelt said.
On Tuesday, the McCall Area Planning and Zoning Commission will hear a proposal from Alpine
Village to change the city code to allow restaurants with multiple locations to operate in the city if they
have five or fewer other restaurants with the same name.
A public hearing on the proposal will be held during the commission's meeting, which starts at 4:30
p.m. Tuesday at McCall City Hall.
Ferguson does not believe the ordinance is intended to prevent businesses like The Griddle from
operating in McCall.
"1 don't think of us as a chain," she said. "When 1 consider franchises, I think about corporations and
each store owned by other entities."
Current plans call for turning a 4,000 square foot space at Alpine Village into a restaurant with seating
for 110 people plus an outside patio seating an additional 24 people.
The Griddle in McCall would have the same booths, counter, chrome and bright green chairs featured
in the other locations. Ferguson said.
The McCall restaurant would employ 20 to 25 people and serve breakfast and lunch only, similar to
the other Griddle locations.
Ferguson said she understands the need to preserve McCall's small -town charm, but she believes
The Griddle will add to that charm, not take away from It.
"At heart, we are still a mom - and -pop operation," she said. "I am not trying to take over the world."
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Econ summit told customers
need `tender, loving care'
Albertson CEO, state commerce chief tell success stories
BY TOM GROTE
for The Star -News
The key to building a strong economy in Idaho is taking care of customers and offering incentives to
grow and locate, an economic summit in McCall was told on Monday.
About 150 people attended the economic summit at Shore Lodge
sponsored by the Valley County Economic Development Council.
_ Those attending who paid $50 for their tickets heard speakers and sat in
on panel discussions about the goals of the council to develop the economy
in Valley County and Meadows Valley.
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Maier The day began with remarks b Bob Miller, chairman and CEO of
Albertsons supermarkets.
Miller recalled the word of Albertsons founder Joe Albertson that he said still ring true today.
"Have the merchandise that the customers want at the price they were willing to pay with lots of
tender, loving care," Miller said.
Miller, who owns a vacation home in McCall, recalled how Albertsons was a company in financial crisis
when he took the reins in 2006. Stores were dirty and half the lights had been turned off to save money,
he said.
A total of 125 stores that could not be saved were closed and the nest cleaned up, Miller said.
Operations of the stores were decentralized in order to ensure customers in local area could get the
products they wanted, he said
"We saw first -hand how simple changes, combined with hard work and treating people right, would
rebuild successful stores," Miller said.
In 2013, the company acquired 877 stores from Supervalue and later that year added 51 stores from
United Supermarkets.
In 2014, the company acquired Safeway, creating a new company with 2,200 stores, 30 distribution
facilities, 21 manufacturing plants, and about 265,000 employees.
Albertsons acquired Paul's Markets earlier this year, including the Paul's Market in McCall, and is
about to start a $9 million renovation of the store, Miller said.
Tax Incentives
A state program that repays taxes paid by companies has been responsible for 30 companies either
locating in Idaho or expanding current operations in the last two years, said Megan Ronk, director of the
Idaho Department of Commerce.
The state's Tax Reimbursement Incentive program allows both large and small companies to receive a
tax credit of up to 30 percent on income, payroll, and sales taxes for up to 15 years.
Companies that qualify must create at least 20 jobs in rural areas or 50 jobs in cities.
Ronk called the program a "game-changer that has given the state a 4 -to-1 return in taxes received
compared to credits issues.
The state has formed a rapid- response team to help prospective employers wade through the
requirements of various government agencies, she said.
"It is a creative solution that has set us apart as we look at our ability to move at the speed of
business," Ronk said.
The commerce department also sponsors a variety of programs, including the Community
Development Block Grant program that has renovated streetscapes in McCall and Donnelly, she said.
The department also provided a grant to help the Valley County Economic Development Council hire
its executive director, Andrew Mentzer, she said.
During the panel discussions, participants discussed ways to implement six goals that are considered
vital by the economic council for growth.
Those goals include affordable housing, arts and recreation, sustainable jobs, health and wellness,
transportation and Internet access.
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Cymbal of Success: Former IT tech now hand - crafts thin rides and high -hats
BY TOM GROTE
for The Star -News
Matt Bettis spends his days in his shop ktcated halfway between New Meadows and Riggins making
music with his hammer, anvil and a good ear for sound.
Bettis, 48, is one of a rare craftsmen who hand forms
cymbals used by drummers and the only one in the country
who makes and sells his cymbals as his full -time occupation.
Bettis has had a love affair with music since his youth and
at one time hoped to become a professional musician.
"I looked around and realized there were drummers a lot
better than me," Bettis said.
So he moved on to a job in information technologies but
continued playing drums in his spare time. It was during this
time he discovered a man In Italy who handcrafted cymbals
"1 said, 'That's what I want to do!'" Bettis said. With no one
to help, he set out to teach himself the art of cymbal making.
"I ruined a few," he said.
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Matt Bettis shapes a cymbal at his shop between
New Meadows and Riggins.
After 15 years in the IT industry, Bettis decided to take a chance and leave his comfortable job to
chase his dream.
He took his wife Rochelle and their son and two daughters and left their home in Los Angeles to travel
the country with an RV pulled behind his truck and camper while he plied his trade.
Homeschooling their children allowed the Bettis family to enjoy a "fabulous adventure," Rochelle said.
"We found a good balance between work, school, and hands -on learning and exploring," she said.
"Our lives are filled with music, art, nature and interest -led learning."
In January, the family was shown a piece of property 20 miles north of New Meadows on a dirt road
above U.S. 95.
"I was overwhelmed with the feeling we had arrived home," Rochelle said.
Stinkeye Splash
Each day, echoes of Bettis's hammer can be heard pounding metal into instruments with names like
12 inch Stinkeye Splash that Bettis refers to as having "the face of an angel and the soul of Satan's
girlfriend."
His cymbals have been referred to by customers as "uber rare" while Bettis himself has been touted as
the "best cymbal maker in the country" in product reviews.
Prices for a Bettis cymbal can run an average of $500 to $650 per cymbal. He admits there are
cheaper mass produced cymbals out there but he believes his has a sound unique to hand crafting.
Bettis starts his process with blanks he purchases from forgers around the world, predominantly
Canada and Turkey.
He takes a seat at an anvil fixed to a round of firewood and begins pounding out the metal, leaving
indentations in the finished work that add to the "complexity" of its sound.
Bettis has had to use a little creativity and a whole lot of ingenuity to create his own specialized tools.
Wood shop lathes were fitted to thin the bronze discs, and century old power hammers with specially
fabricated stands help reduce the work of shaping the instruments.
The process can take up to six days per cymbal and sales are good.
Every two weeks Bettis ships out a dozen of his cymbals to drummers who appreciate the
workmanship and time spent painstakingly drawing the right sound out of each plate of bronze.
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McCall P &Z likes change to allow restaurants with more than one location
Proposal would allow Tire Griddle to open in McCall
BY CHRISTIE GROB
for The Star -News
A change is McCall city code to allow restaurants with more than one location to open in the city was
recommended for approval on Tuesday by the McCall Area Planning and Zoning Commission.
The P&Z recommended the McCall City Council adopt the change to the city's current law that says
only 10 percent of restaurants in McCall fall under the city's definition of "formula" restaurants.
The change was proposed by owners of The Griddle, a restaurant with four locations in Idaho and
Nevada.
The Griddle wants to open a location at Alpine Village, but the current rules block them.
Testimony during Tuesday's public hearing at McCall City Hall was unanimous to change the code.
"It does make sense (to change the code)," said Sherry Maupin, president of the Valley County
Economic Development Council.
Restaurant owners in McCall would have a better chance of success if they have financial support
from another location, Maupin said.
The proposed revisions would allow restaurants with five or less location to open in McCall.
There are 44 restaurants inside the city limits of McCall, of which five meet the city's definition of
"formula" - Chapala Mexican Restaurant, Moxie Java, Stax, Subway and KB's Burritos, according to the
city's Community Development Department.
That means seven more single - location restaurants would have to open before The Griddle would be
allowed to do business in McCall.
The intent of the code, passed in 2006, is to promote the city's special character, Community
Development Director Michelle Groenevelt said.
Current plans call for turning a 4,000 square foot space at Alpine Village into a restaurant with seating
for 110 people plus an outside patio seating an additional 24 people.
The McCall restaurant would employ 20 to 25 people and serve breakfast and lunch only, similar to
the other Griddle locations.
"I don't think of us as a chain," The Griddle co -owner Ashley Ferguson told P&Z commissioners
"When I consider franchises, I think about corporations and each store owned by other entities,"
Ferguson said.
No date has been set for the city council to hold a hearing on the proposed change.
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Hunters' Meadow offers rustic
comfort foot with a taste of home
BY ClUUSTIE GROB
for The Star -News
Hunters' Meadow in Donnelly offers what owners Aylee and Charles Hunter like to call "Mom's cooking
with a flair."
The restaurant, located at 472 W. Roseberry Rd., offers its
version of rustic comfort food created by Chef Jake Totter
from local and organic ingredients.
"Our menu is different than the standard, everyday menu,"
said Aylee Hunter, who also pointed out that their goal is to
stay as local as possible.
Totter, who honed his skills at Buffalo Gal's in Donnelly
and Morels at Tamarack Resort, joined the Hunters in
creating the locally flavored menu abound with Northwest
offerings from buffalo to huckleberries hand - picked by
members of the crew.
Buffalo meat from North -Wood Buffalo Ranch in McCall is
used in a burger called The Local as well as Barolo Braised
Buffalo Shortribs.
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"The ribs are my personal favorite," Charles Hunter said as Hunters Meadows Chef Jake Totter serves up
he described the falloff- the -bone rib meat pared with plate of buffalo shortribs.
roasted garlic mashed potatoes.
The painstakingly procured huckleberries are featured in Grandma's Huckleberry Crepes, a dish that
was the first recipe taught to young Totter in his grandmothers kitchen.
Another favorite of the owners is the lighters- clouds gnocchi served with sweet peas and pan fried
pancetta.
The restaurant itself is a casual setting offering a bar to socialize while enjoying hand - picked wines
and beers or a dining room set around a circular stone fireplace to keep patrons warm during the winter.
In another effort to see their visitors relax in casual comfort, quilted throws are kept handy to add
another layer of care and cozy.
Pursuit of Cuisine
Charles Hunter has always enjoyed cooking, and much of his working and personal Irfe has been in
pursuit of cuisine. In the early 1990s, he ran a food truck in eastern Idaho.
The couple has learned a new view of wholesome organic eating resulting from Aylee's food allergies
that they plan to share with their customers
Hours for Hunters' Meadows are 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays through Saturday and
closed on Tuesdays.
Brunch is served on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. offering regular morning fare like eggs, bacon
and toast, biscuits and gravy as well as three different versions of eggs Benedict, including a vegetarian
twist.
For questions or reservations, call 325 -3223 or write to contact@huntersmeadow.net. See more at
http://huntersmeadow.net.
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McCall clubhouse restaurant rebuilds popularity
BY TOM GROTE
for The Star -News
The popularity of the McCall Golf Course Clubhouse has rebounded from previous poor ratings,
according to an online survey conducted by the city of McCall.
However, McCall Golf Pro Allan Morrison said he hopes to be out of the restaurant business after the
2017 season.
A total of 77 percent of 252 respondents said the quality of service at the restaurant during the 2016
season was either "excellent" or "good," while 84 percent said the quality of the food was either
excellent" or "good," according to the survey results.
The results were a contrast to an online survey taken in the spring of 2015 where more than half of
those who responded gave the clubhouse restaurant a low rating.
The results of the survey were reviewed last Thursday by the McCall City Council at its regular
meeting at McCall City Hall. The survey was posted on the city's website for three weeks starting Sept.
26, was anonymous and was not scientific.
Morrison said the improvements happened after he hired "a whole team" of chefs from Palm Springs,
Calif, created a new menu, extended happy hour, and put up a shade sail over the outside deck.
But Morrison hopes he will not have to manage the clubhouse after the 2017 season.
"I would like to be able to focus on golf and not have the challenges of operating a seasonal
restaurant, he said. "Each year it becomes more difficult to find and retain qualified help."
Morrison is private contractor and not a city employee. His current five -year contact expires next
October. Morrison has been the golf pro for McCall for 14 years.
The city council is not opposed to taking over the restaurant, Mayor Jackie Aymon said.
"The restaurant is an important service for not just the golfing public but for locals and visitors as well,"
Aymon said.
It is likely the city will seek another outside contractor to run the restaurant rather than operate it with
city employees, she said.
Under Morrison's contract, the city keeps funds from greens fees, season pass sales, trail fees and
locker fees, along with 2 percent of gross sales of the restaurant. Morrison owns the golf carts and keep
all revenue from their rental.
The city received $4,600 from restaurant operations in 2015.
They online survey also found a high level of satisfaction with the golf course operations.
A total of 87 percent of 272 respondents said the overall condition of the golf course was either
excellent" or "very good," while 98 percent of 259 respondents said the service at the pro shop was
either "excellent" or "good"
The 2015 survey also found a high level of satisfaction with the operations at the 27 -hole city-owned
course.
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