Lately, for reasons that I won’t bore you with, Cathy and I have been limited in the range of activities that we can do together and distances that we can get away to. Fortunately, we live in Weiser, where if you look, and maybe get a little creative, you can find activities to meet almost any need. 

So, this last weekend, Cathy and I ordered a pizza to go, hopped in the pickup, drove out to the abandoned mercury mine east of town, parked, and watched the sunset. In the process we saw a coyote, who seemed to be really concerned about us, cotton tail rabbits, and a gorgeous sunset that shifted its brilliance every minute. 

At times, the breeze made sounds like a stream flowing nearby. At other times, the birds were chirping to each other and drowning out everything else. At other times, the silence was all there was. In the process we could make out six distinct ridgelines between us and the horizon.  The sunset and landscape were beautiful. It is a great date night!

We enjoyed it so much that we repeated it the next night. 

Weiser really does have a lot to offer!

Well, on to City business.

Since we are talking of things to do, Timbra Long, Weiser’s Librarian Extraordinaire, would like you to know that there will be a free outdoor movie Wednesday, July 30, on the lawn at the Library. (Don’t worry about mosquitoes.  Ron McDaniel from the Street Department says he will take care of them.) The movie will be “The Sandlot.” The show starts at dusk. There will be popcorn, snow cones, and cotton candy served. So, grab the lawn chairs, the children, and some drinks to have a good time watching a movie outdoors with family and friends! This is another great thing to do in Weiser! Thanks Timbra and Library Staff!

You probably already know that Police Chief Carl Smith will be officially retired as of July 31, 2025.  Thank You CHIEF Smith for a lifetime of great service to your fellow Weiser Citizens! 

With that in mind, it is my distinct pleasure to let you know that Lieutenant Troy Kraun, who has served Weiser for the past 23 years, has been appointed to serve as the new Police Chief as of August 1. There will be a pinning ceremony at the August 11 City Council meeting. You are invited to attend and congratulate CHIEF Krahn on his new position! Weiser is lucky to have such a capable officer ready to step into this position!

Also, Ken Anderson, the Recreation Department Director, would like you to know that the swimming pool’s last day for the 2025 season will be Friday, August 15. Many of the lifeguards will be headed back to college by that time and the High School will be starting back up again on the 13^th. Obviously, without lifeguards it is difficult to keep the pool open. Also, because of a diminished number of lifeguards, the swimming pool will be closed on Sundays beginning August 1. We want to thank the lifeguards, the Recreation Department, and you, the swimming public, for another successful season at the Weiser Swimming Pool!

In addition, Ken would like you to know that it is already time to sign up for fall soccer and football! Can you believe it is that time already! Wow! If you would like to register, please contact either Ken or Jhonna at the Vendome or call 208-414-0301.

Well, that’s it for this week. Cathy and I are grateful to live in a place where nature and friends can provide so much entertainment and enjoyment. Weiser really is a great place to live, work, and play!