by kmerwin
From Sam Edeleman comes this splashy pair of summer flats in soft patent leather. Stay light on your feet with a strong fashion vibe that will keep you dancing ’til dawn. Available in size 9M for $45. Retails for $130.
Proceeds from the Gold Mine stores help support books, literacy, and programs at The Community Library. Gold Mine Consign is open Tuesday-Saturday 10am – 5:30pm and is located at 4th and Walnut in Ketchum.
by kmerwin
It’s the game of summer – America’s game – and you can find gear that’s a hit for kids and adults at strikingly good prices at the Gold Mine Thrift store.
Proceeds from the Gold Mine stores help support books, literacy, and programs at The Community Library. Gold Mine Thrift is open Monday-Saturday 10am – 6pm and is located at 331 Walnut Avenue in Ketchum.
by kmerwin
Find fun and comfy “kick-around-town” shoes from Vans, Keds, and other popular shoe-makers at the Gold Mine Thrift store, in a summer assortment of colors.
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Proceeds from the Gold Mine stores help support books, literacy, and programs at The Community Library. Gold Mine Thrift is open Monday-Saturday 10am – 6pm and is located at 331 Walnut Avenue in Ketchum.
by kmerwin
From tents and camp chairs to sleeping bags and cushy pads, the Gold Mine Thrift store has terrific overnight gear at great prices! You’ll also find camp stove, lanterns, and clothing to keep you cool in the daytime and cozy at night.
Proceeds from the Gold Mine stores help support books, literacy, and programs at The Community Library. Gold Mine Thrift is open Monday-Saturday 10am – 6pm and is located at 331 Walnut Avenue in Ketchum.
by Ellie Norman
The Wood River Museum of History & Culture is proud to showcase this ceramic insulator from the original power poles that once stretched from Cold Springs up to The Roundhouse on Bald Mountain. This seemingly modest object is a fascinating piece of our local history, representing a significant era in the development of rural electrification and infrastructure in the mid-20th century.
Ceramic insulators like this one began to replace their glass predecessors post-1950, reflecting advancements in materials, science, and a growing understanding of the demands of electrical transmission. While glass insulators were widely used prior to this period, they were gradually phased out in favor of ceramic due to the latter’s superior durability, higher resistance to electrical leakage, and ability to withstand harsher environmental conditions.
The power line that this insulator once served was a crucial link in providing electricity to the iconic and cherished Roundhouse restaurant on Bald Mountain. Getting electricity up the mountain was particularly challenging due to the rugged terrain and severe weather conditions. This insulator not only survived these elements but played a vital role in ensuring a reliable power supply, enabling the local community to flourish and modernize.
This specific insulator, with its distinctive form and glaze, tells a story of innovation and perseverance. Each component of the power line had to be robust and reliable, and ceramic insulators were a key part of this resilience. Their adoption marked a significant transition in electrical infrastructure, representing a move towards more advanced and dependable technology.
By examining this ceramic insulator, we can appreciate the ingenuity and effort that went into building and maintaining the electrical networks that have become integral to our daily lives. It stands as a testament to the engineers and workers who navigated the rugged landscapes of the Valley to bring power to isolated communities. This artifact not only illuminates a technical evolution but also highlights the human endeavor behind our modern conveniences.
Wood River Museum of History & Culture, 2022.01.323.
by kmerwin
Five beautiful couples.
One deadly game.
Who will escape alive?
Lyla Santiago has spent months working on a research project that could be the key to getting a permanent job in her field. So, she can’t really drop everything to go to a desert island with her actor boyfriend Nico to film One Perfect Couple, a new reality TV show that Nico is sure will lead to his big break – can she?
Two weeks later, Lyla finds herself boarding a boat to an isolated luxury resort in the Indian Ocean.
The rules of the game are simple. Ten strangers have to survive together on the island – and the last couple standing scoops the prize. There will be sun, sea, laughs and plenty of flirting. What could possibly go wrong?
But when a huge tropical storm cuts them off from everything, the group must band together. As tensions run high and fresh water runs low, Lyla realizes that someone is playing this game for real – and they’ll stop at nothing to win.
Ten might have arrived, but who will survive to the end?
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