Week of November 4, 2026
Week of November 4, 2026
John Lewton, a Montana resident and former Whitehall resident and business owner, was sentenced on October 20 in federal court in Billings after pleading guilty to violating the federal Lacey Act involving the trafficking of wildlife. Lewton was fined $20,000 and sentenced to one year of probation. As part of his probation, the court prohibited him from engaging in commercial hunting, fishing, trapping, or outfitting activities for one year. He is also prohibited from accompanying others in the field who are engaged in commercial hunting,...
The Rocky Mountain Rumble had already been postponed due to logistical issues in September; now it is canceled for the foreseeable future. Besides low ticket sales, the promoter of the event, Next Gen Entertainment, was robbed and is hoping the public may know something. In a November 1 post, Monty Klistoff, owner of Next Gen Entertainment, took to Facebook with the following plea: "Sometime over the last couple of days, someone stole a significant amount of sound equipment out of a van. Among...
The Jefferson Valley Conservation District (JVCD) had a retirement at its regular October 2026 board meeting. John Heide just celebrated 55 years of service to the board and decided to retire. The board is very grateful for his years of service not only to this board but also to several conservation efforts throughout the years. John may not be a regular at the meetings, but he will still be contributing to the conservation effort through several projects and programs that he helped start over...
It’s never too early to get a jump start on celebrating the holidays Montana-style and November has bazaars, tradeshows, dinners, entertainment and music to put you in the holiday spirit. Whether you’re filling Christmas stockings or treating yourself, these events will remind you of the spirit of the holidays – community, support and giving – what the holidays are all about. Save Thursday, November 12 for the Whitehall Cowboy Christmas Dinner & Fundraiser 2026. Hosted by the Montana Western Legacy Center, the event will be held at...
TRICK OR TREAT! In addition to the annual Screams Come True Haunted House, Whitehall was filled with Halloween Happenings. The third annual Whitehall FFA Pop-Up Pump Patch was a huge success, and the Whitehall PTSA held its Trunk or Treat at the school parking lot. Costumes were out, and happy children filled up on candy from themed...
The Jefferson Valley Community Foundation (JVCF) would like to remind community members that the grant presentation for all non-profits who made grant applications and have been approved will be held on Wednesday, November 4th at 7 PM at the Whitehall Community Center. All community non-profits should attend even if they did not submit an application, as three $1,000.00 mystery grants will be awarded to non-profit organizations who will be in attendance and have registered at the door. This grant presentation will be the largest dollar amount...
Last fall, Valerie DeTonancour, at the age of 37, felt a lump in her breast. Concerned, she went to the emergency department at Intermountain Health St. James Hospital for an evaluation. That led to a consultation with her primary care provider and a biopsy that revealed a diagnosis of breast cancer. After additional testing, it was determined that she had stage 3 invasive ductal carcinoma. Because of the nature of her cancer, her treatment plan included chemotherapy treatments beginning in...
Back in 1900, the weather in the Jefferson Valley was nice and warm in early October, with midday highs ranging from the lower 50s to the mid-60s. Of course, this is Montana, and by the end of October, high temperatures moving into November were stuck in the mid-30s. People were focused on the presidential election and key congressional races. In a front-page article in the Zephyr, Democrats were confident that Bryan would be elected and that the 1896 election "was the theft of the Presidency...
Tuesday, November 6, 2001, is election day for the Town of Whitehall. This election year has no county, state, or national races on the ballot, but Whitehall municipal residents will vote in a mayor's election and contested town council positions in all three town wards. Of the six contested races in Whitehall, only two feature incumbent office holders. Dale Davis is seeking reelection as mayor, and Francine Stevison is seeking reelection in Ward 1 as a council member. Joe Adamas and Gary...
NOVEMBER 1926 • The American Telephone & Telegraph Company (AT&T) completes the sale of its subsidiary, the Broadcasting Company of America (BCA), on November 1. The sale marks AT&T's departure from the radio industry. • On November 2, French pediatrician Gaston Variot warns young women to avoid dancing the Charleston. Dr. Variot claims the dance's movements could jeopardize young women's ability to have children. • Three prisoners fail in their attempt to escape Tombs Prison in New York City on November 3. The three prisoners killed...
The black-footed ferret is among the planet's most endangered species. A native of central North America, it was considered extinct until September 26, 1981, when a Meeteetse, Wyoming investigator named Shep rediscovered it. Shep was a ranch dog who delivered a carcass to his owners' front steps. Black-footed ferrets need prairie dog towns as habitat. They prey on the rodents there and use their tunnels for refuge. Prairie dogs are Great Plains ground squirrels that sound and act a lot like...
Members of the Whitehall Garden Club did some 'sprucing up' of the whiskey barrels in front of the JVEMS Ambulance Barn, as an homage to fall. If you were wondering what to do with your fallen leaves, branch trimmings, and bits and pieces of fall debris, decorating your planting containers doesn't have to cost a lot, but it can still bring color and interest to your front porch. November is a great time to finish gardening tasks while prepping your planting areas for spring. You can prevent...
Daylight saving time ended on Sunday, November 1, and the American Red Cross of Montana encourages everyone to TEST their smoke alarms as they TURN their clocks back to make sure the devices are working. The Red Cross also offers some fire safety DO’S AND DON’TS to help keep everyone better prepared in case a fire starts in their home. DO • Install smoke alarms on every level of your home, including inside bedrooms and outside sleeping areas. Replace smoke alarms that are 10 years old or older and follow the manufacturer’s...
You never know who will visit the Whitehall Community Library (110 W. First St - Whitehall). On November 12th, Ally Charles from BackAlly Reptile Rescue will be here to show off her reptile friends and educate everyone about them. She will do a special program for Homeschool Roundup at 2 PM that day, then another session for the public and school children at 4:30 PM. It will be a great experience for everyone to learn to care for and see these members of the reptile world. The library will be...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the estimated percentage of adults 18 years and older who are undiagnosed is 27.6%, representing 11 million people. Diabetes awareness saves lives: Understanding diabetes, recognizing the warning signs, and taking steps to manage blood sugar can help prevent serious complications and improve quality of life. What is diabetes? Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how the body regulates blood glucose (sugar). It occurs...
Whether you're hosting family for the holidays or inviting friends over for the big game, food figures to feature prominently when welcoming people into your home. Entrées may garner a lot of the culinary glory, but appetizers can start a gathering off with a bang. There's no shortage of appetizer options when planning a menu for a gathering at home. But it's important to consider potential food allergies before settling on the menu. It's generally best to avoid foods with nuts, and shellfish...
The Whitehall community will reunite as rehearsals for the annual community cantata begin. This year’s theme is “THIS IS JESUS,” and Janet Heilig will direct the cantata. Singers! Get ready! Rehearsals began on Sunday, October 25th at 7 PM at the First Christian Church (108 E First St - Whitehall). The performance will be on Sunday, December 13 at the First Christian Church. The main performance will be held at 7 PM; however, if you can’t make the evening show or don’t want to drive at night, the public is welcome to attend the...
Cold and flu season is upon us, and it can be easy to reach for OTC medications that suppress symptoms but do very little to support the body's natural healing capacity or build the immune system. In this informative workshop, you will learn: • How to support your immune system with simple self-care habits. • How to build up your internal defenses and speed recovery times with minerals and whole-food nutritional supplements. • Specific herbs to address sinus or respiratory infections,...
Dear Editor, Please help us as we are TURNING JEFFERSON COUNTY GREEN FOR THE VETERANS WHO SERVED US! Every county in America has a role to play in honoring the veterans who served our country. In Jefferson County, we honor the brave men and women in uniform by raising awareness and supporting them however we can. Now more than ever, our veterans need our support. The latest federal data show that in a single recent year, nearly 6,400 veterans died by suicide - an average of more than 17 every...
GEORGIA, I have a question, My stepson told me to stop acting like his mom — "you're just my dad's wife." So I stopped. Yesterday was his first scrimmage of the season, and for the first time in eight years, nobody in that family got a ride, a clean jersey, or a face in the bleachers. I'm 37; my husband is 42; we've been married for eight years, together for 10. His son is 16; I've been in that boy's life since he was 6. I do the school emails, the doctor appointments, the team fees. I wash his jersey every Friday and fold it on his bed....
Editor's Note: While the Screams Come True is now packed up for the year, I received this letter of support from Fort Collins, CO-based Christian writer and commentator Douglas Vandergraph that I wanted to share. When I first opened the email and saw the tagline, I thought it was another letter condemning the haunted house. In years past, I have received notes on my car, office doors, and home stating that I was "taking the children of this town to Satan" and worse. This letter of support was a...
When anyone takes on the name “Christian,” they say that Jesus Christ is their Savior. Most Christians also accept admission of guilt and the need for continuous conversion, becoming more like Jesus until we take our last breath. Our churches were never intended to be a clubhouse only for followers, but a launch station to equip disciples to reach out into the world with the life-giving hope of Jesus. This understanding inevitably leads to the conclusion, however, that if a church becomes too inwardly focused, its demise is imminent....
ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, your energy is at 10, but you only need a 6 to get through the week. Conserve your energy for times when the demands on you are greater. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, comfort may be your strength this week, but don’t let that transform you into a permanent couch potato. Find a way to stay involved and keep busy. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 You probably want to clear out the clutter of information running through your brain, Gemini. Pick a topic and focus on it exclusively for now. Surprising news comes mid-week....
If you’re bad at surfing, you’re probably pretty good at holding your breath. The only time it makes sense to upload a picture of something entirely different from the product you’re buying is with camera equipment. Nothing stops you from wearing mismatched socks. Saturn’s shadow falls on its rings, and the rings’ shadow falls on Saturn. In movies, all those highly trained agents who find themselves injured while on the run and perform minor surgeries on themselves after raiding hospital supplies never think to grab local...
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dawson Michael Powers, who left this world too soon on October 31, 2026, at the tender age of 23. Born June 28, 2003, in Butte, Montana, Dawson was a beloved son, brother, grandson, and friend. His life, though brief, was filled with adventure, service, and love. Dawson was a proud graduate of Whitehall High School in Whitehall, MT, where he formed lifelong friendships and developed a passion for the great outdoors. Dawson was known for his...
"The song is ended, but the melody lingers on." - Irving Berlin Marianne, a beacon of warmth and kindness, passed away peacefully at her home in the presence of her son, Wade Edden, and her cherished cat, Flitters, on October 20, 2026. Born on December 9, 1942, in the vast and beautiful expanse of the Alaska Territory, Marianne lived a life filled with love, service, and a deep connection to the natural world. The daughter of Albert C. and Beth Frazier, Marianne was preceded in death by her...
Carlton DeWayne Hill, age 81, resident of Spooner, Wisconsin, was called home by his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at Care and Rehab in Cumberland, WI. Carlton was born on October 3, 1944, in Red Wing, Minnesota, to parents Carl and Deloris (Hinderaker) Hill, and was raised in a beautiful home on East Avenue. He was drafted by the U.S. Army and served as a medic in the 101st Airborne Division in Vietnam from 1968-1969, meriting a Purple Heart for his valor and...
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25 04:27:49 911 05:45:42 Traffic Hazard 11:08:05 Traffic Stop: Hwy 359 15:36:27 Traffic Stop: Hwy 359 15:59:30 Trespass 16:59:09 Disorderly Conduct: Prickly Pear Rd 20:46:25 Medical: N Stanley St 21:54:31 Extra Patrol: Boe Ln 22:05:34 Traffic Hazard: I-90 MONDAY, OCTOBER 26 06:40:33 Traffic Stop: N Whitehall St 06:52:40 Traffic Stop: I-90 08:54:57 Vehicle Accident (Non-Injury): I-90 09:19:12 Wildlife 10:50:11 Traffic Stop: Hwy 55 11:16:35 911: Hwy 55 12:56:37 Vehicle Accident...
After a parent or spouse dies, families are often surprised to discover money or financial accounts they never knew existed. A forgotten savings account, an old life insurance policy, an uncashed check, or a retirement account from a former employer can easily go unnoticed for years. This situation is more common than many people realize. People move, change jobs, change their names, or simply forget about accounts they opened years ago. Important paperwork may be lost during a move, tucked away in a filing cabinet, or thrown out by mistake....
WEEK OF 10/22/2026 TEAM Mint 2: 14 wins, 3 losses Two Bit 1: 13 wins, 4 losses Mint 4: 11 wins, 6 losses K-Bar 1: 10 wins, 7 losses MEN 4 wins, no losses: Jon Belisario, Curtis Chadwick, Mike Clark, Rick Kelley, Mike Lankford 3 wins, 1 loss: Brian Hartford, Jeremy Jensen, Fred LeProwse, Caleb Powers, Danny White WOMEN 2 wins, 2 losses: Leslie Dyson, Elena Wagner, Deanna Wall ---- WEEK OF 10/29/2026 TEAM K-Bar 1: 15 wins, 2 losses Mint 2: 12 wins, 5 losses K-Bar 2: 10 wins, 7 losses Mint 3: 9 wins, 8 losses MEN 4 wins, no losses: Will Bowen,...
