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 By JOHN KREIS    News    November 22, 2023

Last Mural Update for the Year Installed at K-Bar

The final two faded wood panel murals have been replaced with two vibrant, bright, beautiful new murals at the Rocky Mountain Bank and the Billsgary building (K-Bar). The murals were again beautifully...

 
 By JOHN KREIS    News    November 15, 2023

JVCF Celebrates Short and Sweet Grant Awards

The Jefferson Valley Community Foundation was pleased to present several community awards to community non-profit organizations at their annual Short and Sweet awards night at the Whitehall Community...

 
 By JOHN KREIS    News    October 18, 2023

JVCF Grant Evaluation Begins

The Jefferson Valley Community Foundation (JVCF) has begun the evaluation of grants that have been applied for and have met the deadline and the grant standards. Every year the JVCF awards monetary grants to nonprofit organizations that have worthy p...

 
 By JOHN KREIS    News    September 6, 2023

More Updated Murals Almost Ready

The ongoing project of the Whitehall Murals Restoration is still alive and vibrant! This year the murals at the Rocky Mountain Bank and the Billsgary Center (K-Bar) buildings will be replaced this fall. It is expected that both murals will be...

 
 By JOHN KREIS    News    May 24, 2023

Second Mural Update in the Works at Town Hall

Following the successful creation and placement of the beautiful mural at Jefferson Fresh Foods the Whitehall Mural Restoration Project is moving forward strongly in 2023! At this point, it is expected that this year the faded murals at Rocky...

 
 By JOHN KREIS    News    January 18, 2023

Murals Project Receives Exciting Grant

The Whitehall Murals Project, spearheaded by the Whitehall Chamber of Commerce, is excited to announce that it has received a tremendous, helpful grant from the Dennis and Phyllis Washington...

 
 By JOHN KREIS    News    November 2, 2022

Whitehall's First Updated Mural at Jefferson Fresh Foods

After a summer of anticipation, information, and hard work by Kit Mather the old mural came down and the beautiful new mural went up last Thursday. If you haven't seen it please go to Jefferson Fresh...

 

JVCF Grants to be Awarded

The Jefferson Valley Community Foundation is pleased and excited to announce its Short-and Sweet awards evening. The awards event will be held on November 10th at the Whitehall Community Center beginning at 7:00 PM. Representatives of those...

 
 By JOHN KREIS    News    October 26, 2022

New Mural Going Up Thursday at Jefferson Fresh Foods

Wow, we’re finally there, the Lewis and Clark mural located on Jefferson Fresh Foods is going up this Thursday (weather permitting)to replace the original weathered mural. Local contractor Tim Geary has agreed to donate personal time to remove the...

 

JVCF Grant Deadline October 28

The Jefferson Valley Community Foundation would like to remind all non-profits that plan to apply for grant assistance that the grant deadline is fast approaching. The grant deadline is October 28th. Completed grants should be turned in at the...

 

Finishing Stretch for Whitehall's First Replacement Mural

The month of October is an exciting time for those involved in the Whitehall Mural Project. Artist Kit Mather has been working diligently day after day and essentially has given up her entire summer...

 
 By JOHN KREIS    News    August 17, 2022

Whitehall's Mural Project Continuing Forward

As the summer continues on, so does the Whitehall Chamber of Commerce's mural restoration/renewal project. The first mural to be replaced is located on the south side of Jefferson Fresh Foods. Artist...

 

JVCF Opens Annual Grant Cycle

The Jefferson Valley Community Foundation is calling all area non-profits. The opportunity to apply for monetary grants is fast approaching. As in past years, the Whitehall Community Library under the direction of Library Director Jeannie Ferriss...

 
 By JOHN KREIS    Government    June 1, 2022

Black Tie & Blue Jeans Grants Available

After one of the most successful Black Tie and Blue Jeans events perhaps ever held, the Whitehall Chamber is pleased to announce one part of the event’s objectives. The event has always had two main objectives: the first is to acquire funds for...

 
 By JOHN KREIS    Opinion    May 25, 2022

Dear Editor: In support of Dan Hagerty

Dear Editor and Jefferson County Voters, As you mark your ballots for Jefferson County Commissioner if you are uncertain which candidate to vote for, please consider the following: · Dan Hagerty is a Veteran. · Dan Hagerty has served his community...

 
 By JOHN KREIS    News    May 18, 2022

Last Chance for Black Tie and Blue Jeans This Weekend

Black Tie and Blue Jeans is here! Whitehall's premier social and most enjoyable event is here, this Saturday, May 21. The eighteenth annual event, a joint event of the Whitehall Chamber and the...

 
 By JOHN KREIS    Opinion    May 11, 2022

Dear Editor: Support for Library Levy

Dear Editor, It is certainly true that individuals and institutions are going through difficult budget stretching times. It is definitely a time to prioritize and support those parts of our lives important to ourselves, our families, and our...

 
 By JOHN KREIS    News    April 13, 2022

Whitehall Chamber and Jefferson Valley Community Foundation Invite You to 2022 Black Tie & Blue Jeans

Save the Date! Save the Date! SAVE THE DATE! One of The Whitehall community's most exciting events is fast approaching! The Whitehall Chamber of Commerce and Jefferson Valley Community Foundation are...

 
 By John Kreis    Opinion    March 23, 2022

Dear Editor: Murals Project Moving Forward

Dear Editor, Good news! The project to do restoration of the Whitehall Murals is continuing! The first mural to be restored will be the mural located at the Jefferson Fresh Foods. As I’m sure you can imagine there are significant costs to restore...

 
 By JOHN KREIS    Opinion    January 26, 2022

Dear Editor: Dan Haggerty for County Commissioner

Dear Editor, Dan Haggerty for County Commissioner! We as concerned citizens are always looking for honest, conscientious representation. People who want to be involved in public service and want to do it truly for public service are few and far...

 
 By JOHN KREIS    News    December 15, 2021

JVCF Grant Funds Available for Non-Profits

The Jefferson Valley Community Foundation has received grant funds from The Dennis and Phyllis Foundation by way of Montana Rail Link. The Jefferson Community Foundation is soliciting applications from area nonprofits for community service projects...

 
 By John Kreis    News    June 9, 2021

Whitehall Murals in Disarray - Can/Will You Help Us Save Them?

This year, appears to be more of a return to normalcy. Vaccinations and anti bodies seem to be giving protection and more confidence in activities and life. We are looking at things in our lives and o...

 

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