Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
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While things might be a little different in 2020 with an online format, the annual Liberty of Place Festival of Trees will once again be huge in fundraising efforts for the organization that provides life skills and housing for individuals with brain injuries, with facilities in both Whitehall and Belgrade. According to Liberty Place Executive Director Ann Geiger, the event that usually takes place in Bozeman was moved online out of concern for the safety of supporters, staff, and residents.... Full story
A tragic wreck just moments after another accident resulted in a fatality Monday on Interstate 90 between Cardwell and Whitehall. According to Trooper Michael O’Connor of the Montana Highway Patrol, there were two accidents Monday morning, the first was a semi who struck an elk on the Interstate. He said shortly after and before the scene was secured, a single-occupancy passenger vehicle also hit the elk and the vehicle then ran into the semi. The driver of the passenger vehicle was killed in the accident. The semi-driver and passenger were n...
After advancing to the Class B quarterfinals for the third time in five years, the Whitehall/Harrison High School football team was well represented with numerous Trojans receiving postseason accolades. Seniors Dylan Smith and Flint Smith were both named to the 5B All-State Team. Dylan, who committed last week to play at the University of Montana, was also named first-team All-Conference at both offensive and defensive line. Flint was selected second-team All-Conference at both tight end and... Full story
The Whitehall School district announced last Tuesday they will be closing the campus and moving to remote learning from Monday, November 16 to Monday, November 30. Accounting for the Thanksgiving holiday, students will have eight days of remote learning. The Cardwell School has also decided to close on-site learning the week of November 16 to November 20. Two Whitehall elementary school classes were quarantined last week due to 2 positive COVID-19 cases associated with the school. In a letter...
Golden Sunlight Mine General Manager Chuck Buus is hopeful by this time next year they will have concentrate being shipped by truck to Nevada. In an update at last week's Community Transition Advisory Committee meeting, Buus discussed the Tailings Reprocessing Project and said they are hopeful to have a record of decision from the state by September. He said they have been able to do work inside of the mill area, but will not be able to do any work outside until the record of decision. As far...
Whitehall Superintendent Hannah Nieskens has been named to Governor-Elect Greg Gianforte's COVID-19 Task Force. The 21-member task force is comprised of healthcare experts, business leaders, school administrators, law enforcement, and local and tribal leaders. Nieskens said the members are from all different backgrounds and will start meeting in the coming week where they will serve to advise and recommend COVID-19 related matters for the new Governor. Nieskens was both surprised and honored...
The Whitehall Chamber of Commerce’s event plan for the 2020 Christmas Stroll was denied by the Jefferson County Health Board. Chamber President John Kreis said it was very disappointing news but at the same time, they certainly understand the point of view of the health board. In the meantime, Kreis and chamber board members have been working hard on community-based events that would not draw a crowd but still emphasize the holiday season. Among the plans for the holiday season include a Christmas Pop Up Vendor Market that will take place f...
Morgan and Lucy Shaw have a huge passion for the outdoors. They recently decided to share their love for the outdoors in the Treasure State in the form of a new area business. Earlier this year, the two decided to open up Ridgeline Sports as an ATV rental business and recently expanded to a retail location at 401 E. Legion Avenue that offers guns, ammo, reloading supplies, gun cases, gun straps, optics, clothing as well as camping supplies. Morgan Shaw grew up in Cardwell, graduated from...
After one of the most successful seasons in recent history, the Whitehall High School volleyball team was well represented on the 5B District All-Conference team. Senior Meagan Johnson was named First Team All-Conference, and senior Kendra Klapan and junior Brynna Wolfe were voted by district coaches to the Second Team. Head Coach Kyla Simon Said it was awesome for three players to be recognized. "Kendra, Brynna, and Meagan have put so much time in and have worked so hard. The thing I love...
A majority of Town of Whitehall residents voted last week against a public safety mill levy. The unofficial total vote count was 307 against and 260 for the levy that would have generated funding for the Whitehall Volunteer Fire Department and the town contract with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department. This was the first time the town had asked for a general mill levy increase since the 1970s. In Jefferson County, 82 percent (8,247 or 9,466) of registered voters participated in the...
The Jefferson County Community Foundation once again showed their love and appreciation for local non-profits at last week's Short and Sweet event at the Whitehall Community Center. Board member Amy French thanked those in attendance and said the JVCF only works because of everybody working together and it is such an honor to have so many organizations that take the money they grant and go out and improve the community. Grants were awarded in 2020 to the Whitehall Chamber of Commerce, the...
Two Whitehall Elementary School classes were placed in quarantine last week. In a letter sent to parents, Superintendent Hannah Nieskens said the district was notified that two individuals associated with the school had confirmed, positive tests for COVID-19. The district release they have one third grade and one kindergarten class under quarantine. The rest of the district remains open. "Please note that the district will strictly adhere to privacy laws and will not disclose identifiable...
A fantastic season for the Whitehall/Harrison High School football team came to an end last Saturday with a 40-13 quarterfinal loss at Fairfield. After trailing 12-0 just three minutes into the game, the Trojans (6-3) would show their resilience when sophomore quarterback Miles Hoerauf connected with Flint Smith for a 95-yard touchdown on third and 10 to cut the lead to 12-6 with 1:47 remaining in the opening quarter. The Eagles would answer back to up the lead to 26-6 before Whitehall would... Full story
For the first time in 16 years, the Whitehall High School volleyball team had the opportunity to play at the Southern B Divisional Tournament. While the team was unable to advance out of last week's tournament in Red Lodge, it was truly a season to remember for the Lady Trojans. Head Coach Kyla Simon said she is very proud of her team of 8 girls was able to make it to Divisionals. "Last year's season gave us some momentum and motivation and placing at Districts was at the top of the list of...
Whitehall High School drama students have been working hard in anticipation of next week's televised performance of their annual fall play. The performance of "Money to Burn" is scheduled for Friday, September 13 at 7 p.m. on Whitehall Low Power TV station 49.2. The cast for the 2020 play is Charlynn Mercer, Emily Smith, Marcus Wait, Mia Ballard, Marissa Ellison, Kyra Oliverson, Gabriel Popalis, Levi Whitehurst, Connor Graham, Brook Ballard and Lita Wetherelt. Director Marci Whitehurst feels... Full story
The COVID-19 pandemic has not had a huge impact on the number of calls received by the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department but has shown a significant decrease in burglary calls and an increase in non-violent domestic calls. According to Sheriff Craig Doolittle, from March 1 to November of 2019 they had 7,769 calls compared to 7,979 for the same period this year. While the calls have increased by 200, Doolittle said they have been increasing every year and believes this to be fairly normal...
Madison County residents may have noticed recent changes at the Cardwell Container Site that include a new fence and gate. The location near Jefferson Island is also going to be available only three days a week. According to Kacey Smart of the Madison County Sanitarian's Office, the container site will be open starting Nov. 15 on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The location will be locked at all other times. In July of 2019, the Madison County Sanitation Board had...
The Whitehall High School volleyball won two of three games at last week's 5B District Tournament and has advanced to this week's Southern B Divisional Tournament in Red Lodge. The Lady Trojans qualified for Divisionals with a third-place finish after a 25-21-27-25, 25-20 home win over Manhattan. Whitehall will open up the tournament with a Thursday, November 5 matchup against the top seed from 4B Joliet. Following the win over Manhattan, Head Coach Kyla Simon said was ecstatic for her squad,...
Just moments after an interception of Whitehall/Harrison quarterback Miles Hoerauf late in the third quarter of last Saturday's opening-round playoff game, a Shepherd High School defender ran to the sideline and proclaimed their defensive unit was a "no-fly zone". With ice in his veins, the Trojans sophomore quarterback had other ideas and helped book his team a flight bound for the quarterfinals. Trailing 2-0, Hoerauf would connect with senior Flint Smith for a 29-yard touchdown with 8:54 remai... Full story
While the concept of "Country Mex" might sound a little unique, Frankie's owners Priscilla McGee and Charles Frankenstein are hoping the robust flavors of both cuisines combined with fresh and locally produced food will be the recipe for success at the new restaurant located at 14 E. Legion. McGee is no stranger to the restaurant industry having managed her grandfather's restaurant in Louisiana for several years, as well as finding joy making food for large groups of people. While Frankenstein... Full story
Without trying to sound too much like Lord Eddard Stark on "Game of Thrones", winter is coming in southwest Montana and its pending arrival has already brought the return of nasty roads to the Treasure State. Last weekend morning served as a preview of what is to come as many parts of Interstate 90 and local highways turned into in icy and snowy mess, especially over bridges. And it is still October. This is always the time of year that it is important to remember slow down and drive cautiously...
Not only was the Whitehall/Harrison High School football team to close out the regular season with their fourth straight victory with a hard-fought 14-6 win over Big Timber, but they also secured the number three seed in the Class B Southern Conference and an opening-round playoff game Saturday at the second seed from the East Shepherd. Now 5-2 with four straight wins, Head Coach Dan Lacey is very proud of how the team has performed and grown since back-to-back losses to two ranked teams. "They... Full story
The third-seeded Whitehall High School volleyball team advanced to the semifinals of the 5B District Tournament with a 27-25, 25-15, 25-21 home elimination match victory over Three Forks. The Lady Trojans will look to advance to the finals Thursday with a road game against second-seeded Townsend. Head Coach Kyla Simon said it was great to be able to get the first win of the tournament. "I'm so proud of the girls for being ready to go despite the nerves and jitters that come with the first game... Full story
Chamber members have been busy prepping for this Saturday's Whitehall Fall Festival. And while pleased with how things are coming together, they could also use a few more volunteers. "This is going to be a day that should be a lot of fun for both kids and adults. We are looking forward to what we have put together for the event, but at the same time have protocols in place from the health department we must follow, and this means we could use a little help from local residents," said event...
During her monthly report at the October 13 Whitehall Town Council meeting, Mayor Mary Janacaro Hensleigh urged local voters to approve a mill levy that would generate funding for the Whitehall Volunteer Fire Department and for the contract with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department. She also reminded local residents the Town of Whitehall has not asked for a general mill levy increase since the 1970s. For those who have yet to mail or drop off their ballots for the November 3 election, t...
