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While the agenda for the June Whitehall Town Council meeting, held Monday, June 16th, in the Town Hall, was completed quickly, the real topics were discussed during public comment. Whitehall resident Maxine Samuelson called several of Mayor Mary Janacaro-Henseligh’s actions into question. Samuelson urged the Council to revise ordinances now, rather than later, “specifically those that give any one person authority to negatively or positively impact an area or group in our community.” Samuelson continued, questioning the Mayor’s seating choices...
Changes to the student handbooks were announced at the final school board meeting of the 2024-2025 school year, held Tuesday, June 3rd, in the Whitehall Elementary Library. Elementary principal Kurtis Koenig noted changes in the elementary handbook were mainly updating to correspond with current legislation and removal/updating of old language. The most significant updates concerned: • HB471 - 5th Grade Human Sexuality Lessons • HB745 - parental consent prior to health screenings • HB745 - all volunteers must pass a background check •HB34...
Yes! Yes! And YES! There have been lots of questions about the upcoming Bootleg Brawl at Whitehall's historic Star Theatre, brought to the community by Whitehall non-profit Gold Junction Presents and NextGen Entertainment. Let's discuss! YES! It is a real, semi-professional boxing circuit! Board members of Giold Junction Presents have been questioned repeatedly as to whether this was a theatrical play called the Bootleg Brawl! No, there's no theatrical stunt - this is real boxing. There will be...
Are you ready for a night to remember, all for an amazing cause? Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 14th for the Bootleg Brawl, brought to you by Gold Junction Presents and Next Gen Entertainment! It's a night to dress to impress in your finest 1920s-1940s garb, watch a plethora of live boxing in the recently refurbished chairs of the Star Theatre, gamble the night away after meandering through a classic car show, and raise funds for a new roof for the historic Star Theatre (25 W. Legion -...
After seeing the first three seasons of THE CHOSEN at the Whitehall Star Theatre and online, Whitehall native Brenda Volz decided she HAD to be a part of the season six action. "It was great to be with such a big group that shares the goal of helping more people know the incredible gift of Jesus," Volz said. Volz, who has never really had acting aspirations, felt called to be a part of the series. She submitted her application immediately when an open casting call was put out. "I don't think...
All was fairly quiet and serene until public comment was allowed at the May 19, 2025, meeting of the Whitehall Town Council, held at the Whitehall Town Hall. Property owner Terry Reed questioned the newly installed NO PARKING signs on his daughter’s property at 7 N. A Street, which is kitty-corner from the Mayor’s home. “You can write these down, but I have questions, and they demand an answer,” Reed said. Reed questioned a citation made on a cargo trailer parked on private property, asking who enforces these citations. He also questioned the c...
Are you ready for a night to remember, all for an amazing cause? Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 14th for the Bootleg Brawl, brought to you by Gold Junction Presents and Next Gen Entertainment! It's a night to dress to impress in your finest 1920s-1940s garb, watch a plethora of live boxing in the recently refurbished chairs of the Star Theatre, gamble the night away after meandering through a classic car show, and raise funds for a new roof for the historic Star Theatre (25 W. Legion -...
The WHS Class of 2025 will be graduating in less than a month! BUSINESSES: The Ledger will be putting together its keepsake Graduation Section. Is your business interested in running an ad of congratulations for this section? Please let the Whitehall Ledger know soon! The deadline for inclusion is May 26, 2025; the graduation section will run in the June 4th edition of the Ledger as well as be handed out at graduation. Congrats ads in this section are priced as follows: • Business card: $50 • Rectangle: $100 • 1/4 page: $150 SENIORS: Senio...
The WHS Class of 2025 will be graduating in just over a month! BUSINESSES: The Ledger will be putting together its keepsake Graduation Section. Is your business interested in running an ad of congratulations for this section? Please let the Whitehall Ledger know as soon as possible! The deadline for inclusion is May 26, 2025; the graduation section will run in the June 4th edition of the Ledger as well as be handed out at graduation. Congrats ads in this section are priced as follows: • Business card: $50 • Rectangle: $100 • 1/4 page: $150...
The WHS Class of 2025 will be graduating in just over a month! BUSINESSES: The Ledger will be putting together its keepsake Graduation Section. Is your business interested in running an ad of congratulations for this section? Please let the Whitehall Ledger know as soon as possible! The deadline for inclusion is May 26, 2025; the graduation section will run in the June 4th edition of the Ledger as well as be handed out at graduation. Congrats ads in this section are priced as follows: • Business card: $50 • Rectangle: $100 • 1/4 page: $150...
There is a new venue to purchase beautiful potted flowers, herbs, outdoor furniture, shrubs, bedding plants, and more. Summit Valley Outdoor Living will open its greenhouse doors to the public at 613 MT Hwy 359 on May 1st, just a few miles past the turnoff for South Boulder Road. The property boasts a huge greenhouse surrounded by outdoor furniture, pergolas, cabins, and more. Daniel and Irene Miller moved from New York in September of 2024, putting down roots next to their children, who own...
At first glance, they might be confused for dog kibble, fire pellets, or little bundles of dirt – but Kami Noyes, a fifth-generation Montana rancher and fiber artist, is turning what many consider "waste wool" into a valuable, eco-friendly soil amendment. Through her company, Ranching Tradition Fiber, Noyes produces wool pellets, a natural fertilizer with significant environmental and agricultural benefits. Noyes, a past Montana Fibershed Board Member and organizer of the Copper K Fiber F...
At the March 18th meeting of the Whitehall School Board, it was reported that while three teachers would not be returning in the upcoming school year, the school had several promising candidates interviewing for the positions. After 25 years in the special education department, Corrie Bateman will retire. Zach Kosicky, a high school science teacher, will focus on his Army Reserves position and be the Madison County Sanitarian. Finally, it was announced that high school math teacher Lori Roys...
The March 17 Whitehall Town Council meeting, held at the Town Hall, was filled with legal jargon as the Council approved variances oand rdinances and discussed policy updates. Councilwoman Linda Jung read the legal verbiage surrounding the proposed variance for StarrBuds, as provided by the town's attorney, Ed Guza. Due to hardship and the "peculiar" layout of Whitehall's commercial district, Guza suggested approving the variance as the ordinance was meant to support, not prevent, businesses in...
Lights, Camera, Action! Are you ready to experience the glitz and glamour of Hollywood right here in Whitehall, Montana? Get ready to roll out the red carpet and join us at the Whitehall Star Theatre on Sunday, March 2nd, at 4 PM for the most epic Oscars Party of the year, hosted by none other than Gold Junction Presents! From the moment you step through the doors of the Star Theatre, you'll be transported into a world of movie magic and excitement. Picture this: a dazzling red carpet reception...
Editor’s Note: As the Whitehall Ledger’s Editor and Owner, I strive to provide unbiased content in each week’s edition of the newspaper. Due to the issues brought up at this month’s school board meeting, I have chosen not to include in my portion of the meeting in the below report. It is unethical to write my own version of the dealings with the WHS Drama Club and the administration, as they may seem biased. Instead, visit the Whitehall High School’s Youtube page for this month’s coverage of...
Whitehall High School's Drama Club attended the 2025 Montana Thespian Festival in Missoula January 23-25, presenting I Don't Want to Talk About It on Thursday, January 24th, to an audience of over 500 of their peers and fellow actors. While Whitehall School's principal and superintendent have said the play is inappropriate content for Whitehall, the one-act play found solid footing in Missoula. Met with a standing ovation following their performance, the group brought home two top awards....
The Whitehall Town Council held a quick catch-up meeting on Monday, January 27th, after they did not have a quorum during their regularly scheduled monthly meeting for January (which was also moved to a day later due to Martin Luther King Jr. Day.) A business license was approved for Highway 55 Auto & Truck Repair, though StarrBuds' request for a cannabis dispensary business license was tabled, as a variance from the required 500 feet from a public building will need to be submitted. The proposed location (13 E. Legion) is roughly 80 feet...
Editor’s Note: As the Whitehall Ledger’s Editor and Owner, I strive to provide unbiased content in each week’s edition of the newspaper. Due to the issues brought up at the January school board meeting, I have chosen not to include in my portion of the meeting in the below report. It is unethical to write my own version of the dealings with the WHS Drama Club and the administration, as they may seem biased. Instead, I am providing the link (bit.ly/4aj1VbN) to the school board meeting and will allow the public to educate themselves witho...
JANUARY (1/3/24) • Sarah Smart’s mountains and clouds took first place for 2024’s Ledger Photo of the Year. Runners-up were Tanya Johnson’s peacock and Judy Chadwick’s capture of the Jefferson River. • Whitehall non-profit Gold Junction Presents assumes ownership of the Star Theatre business. (1/10/24) • Philip Dooley recalls his September 2023 deer vs motorcycle accident with hope and healing. • Clara’s Crusade fundraiser is slated for February 3rd. The two-and-a-half-year-old was diagnosed with AML Leukemia in October 2023. (1/17/24) • White...
New Year, new times for great movies at the Star Theatre! Please note that the Star Theatre has changed its matinee times. Matinees will now be offered at 4 PM on Saturdays and Sundays. Evening movies will remain at 7 PM. Times may have to be adjusted as needed due to longer movies. Stop by and see what's new at the historic Star Theatre. Gold Junction Presents is continuously working to improve your movie experience!...
PHOTOS THAT MADE 2024: Hundreds of photos were sent to the Whitehall Ledger in 2024 - landscapes, portraits, events, and more. Each week, a photo was named BEST of the week and then placed on Facebook for your enjoyment. At the end of each year, the most "liked" photos are named the best. This year's first-place honors go to Dennis Sacry's mountains (above). Second place is Scott Cargill's mountain lion (left). Third place goes to Terry Chadwick's mountaintop rainbow (below). Want to share your...
Before the December meeting of the Whitehall Town Council, held Monday, December 15th at the Whitehall Town Hall, readings of two new town ordinances, Ordinances 2024-5 and 2024-6, were introduced for public comment. Ordinance 2024-5 addresses regulating the use of campers and RVs within the town limits, establishes permit requirements and time limitations for temporary living and provides penalties for violations. Ordinance 2024-6 addresses regulating the occupancy of vehicles and temporary shelters within the city limits. Audience member...
It’s time to vote for your favorite Whitehall Ledger Photo of the Year! Vote now! Visit the Ledger’s Facebook photo album entitled 2024 Photos of the Week (https://bit.ly/4hGpQFp) and start voting! Likes will be tallied and a winner will be announced in the first paper of 2025! Head over to our Facebook page and like your favorite photo. The photo with the most likes by December 31, 2024, will be crowned the winner!...
Did you know the Whitehall Ledger is personally acquainted with the big jolly man AND his wife? Mr and Mrs Claus will make a special appearance at the Whitehall Ledger on Wednesday, December 18, from noon to 2 PM at 405 W Legion. For those little ones who still haven't written your letter to Santa - do it soon! However, Santa and Mrs Claus will give a special treat to anyone who comes in to say hello!...
