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James, Jesse Woodson- in Malad?
Jesse James was born September 5, 1847 in Clay county, the “Little Dixie” area of western Missouri, near present-day Kearney. James became a Civil War guerilla, an American outlaw, bank and train robber and leader of the notorious James-Younger Gang.… Read More >
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Bear Lake Monster
Folks here don’t talk much about Big-Foot, Yeti, or even the famous Loch Ness Monster. For better or worse, it’s the Bear Lake Monster that captures most of the attention around Bear Lake. Fact or fiction? Reality or myth? You… Read More >
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Special Feature: Minidoka Dam – A Historic Undertaking
Nothing is more important to the Idaho economy than water.” At one time, it did seem inconceivable that the high desert of Idaho could bloom with crops. But Minidoka Dam and other reclamation projects made settlement and prosperity possible. The… Read More >
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Special Feature: Early Railroad History in Box Elder
Table of Contents Railroad Terminology and General Facts Bents- Railroad trestles and bridges were built of timber, with upward columns typically driven into the ground by steam-powered engines, later called pile-drivers. Cross members ran across spans on tops and bottoms… Read More >
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Striking It Rich in Malad
Every year great numbers of people drive to Malad, hoping to strike it rich playing the Idaho lottery. Dreams of winning Powerball, Lotto America or Mega Millions draw fortune seekers, hoping for the next big jackpot. Since gambling is illegal… Read More >
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Malad, Home of Hess Pumice
Hess Pumice Products, located in southeastern Idaho, near Malad City, is a mining operation and processing company specializing in the extraction and refining of high-quality pumice, which is a key component in numerous industrial and consumer-grade products. Hess Pumice, the… Read More >
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