This Valentine’s Day, we celebrate a love story that has blossomed and grown in the heart of Malad, Idaho. For Paul Hubbard and Kathy Madsen, the town they call home has not only shaped their lives but also nurtured the love they share, a love that began in their late high school years and has flourished ever since.

Paul and Kathy’s journey together began in high school, where they first became friends. Their bond soon blossomed into something more, and by the time they were in their late high school years, they were inseparable. In 1992, Paul and Kathy sealed their commitment to each other with marriage. A new chapter began, and soon their family would grow. In 1995, they welcomed their first child, a daughter named Nicole. A year later, in 1996, their son Eric followed. In 2000, Justin came along, followed by Blake in 2003. With every child, Paul and Kathy’s hearts grew even fuller, and their home was filled with love, joy, sibling quarrels, and laughter.

One of the defining aspects of their relationship has been their shared love for the outdoors. Whether it was snowmobiling across the snow-covered fields of Arbon Valley, camping under the stars, fishing in reservoirs and lakes, or hunting in the nearby hills, Paul and Kathy made sure to include their children in these adventures, teaching them not just the joys of nature but the importance of family time and making memories together.

Through all life’s ups and downs, their love for one another has been the anchor of their family, and as their children grew and eventually settled near home, Paul and Kathy couldn’t be happier to have them close by in the valley or within a couple hours drive. But the joy didn’t stop there. Now, as grandparents, Paul and Kathy are cherishing a new chapter in their lives. With four grandchildren who light up their world, their hearts are overflowing with love.

This Valentine’s Day, we honor Paul and Kathy Hubbard for the love they’ve shared and the family they’ve built in Malad. Here’s to many more years of adventures, love, and cherished moments with the ones they hold dear.