Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
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The Town of Whitehall is currently exploring options to keep its ambulance service. According to Town Attorney Edward Guza, the Whitehall Ambulance Service is currently not taking calls as they are trying to figure out how to keep the service going in their current environment that he said is limited by rotations and limitations. Guza said keeping the service that is operated with an enterprise fund is not the easiest thing to do. He said as a government body you have certain requirements, and there is a lot more flexibility in how a private in...
At a Jefferson County Commission meeting last month, Whitehall Town Attorney Matthew Haus expressed concern with a resolution dealing with a proposed ambulance district. Prior to the Commissioners 3-0 vote to approve a Resolution of Intent to create the Jefferson Valley Regional EMS and Rescue Ambulance District, Haus raised several questions about Section 6 of the Resolution that deals with the estimated cost and method of financing for the proposed district whose service area would include the Whitehall School District, excluding the Town...
Legends Bar and Grill owner Tammy Baxter has been wanting to do something at the business that will break up the monotony of the winter months. She's hoping a painting party scheduled for next week will do the trick. Legends will be hosting Marley's Paint and Party of Butte Friday, February 10 at 7 p.m. According to Baxter, those in attending will be painting one of two bird silhouettes. She said the cost for the event is $27, and Marley's will be providing all of the art supplies and guidance to help with the painting. Baxter said there would...
Montana lawmakers heard broad support last week for the construction of a new veterans home in Butte. During the final hearing on House Bill 14, which would fund a wide variety of infrastructure projects primarily through bonding, dozens of Montana veterans spoke to the shelter's necessity. "It's time that we make a commitment to these veterans," said Rep. Duane Ankney, R-Colstrip, a Vietnam veteran. "If we're gonna send them, we've got to take care of them." Montana currently has two state-run...
Late last month, Montana Governor Steve Bullock appointed a new 5th Judicial District Judge. According to Montana State Supreme Court Administrator Beth McLaughlin, Bullock named Lewis and Clark County Deputy Attorney Luke Berger to the position that covers Jefferson, Madison, and Beaverhead Counties. He will take over for Judge Loren Tucker whose last day in the position was Friday, January 27. Berger was one of three finalists for the position. The other two finalists for the position were Lori Ann Harshbarger of Whitehall and Beaverhead...
Wednesday, February 5, 1992 Cub Scouts in Pack No. 24 were recently given a genius kit which consisted of a gallon can full of miscellaneous items: pipe cleaners, nuts and bolts, Styrofoam cups, marbles and more and were told to make whatever they wanted to make. Kyle Ross, Adam Dillon and Colt Peterson were some of the scouts that took part. Cub Scout Master Nancy Hirschenberger said the project was chosen to help make the scouts think a little bit and be creative. Bob Leinard was recently recognized by the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture for his...
This weekend millions around the country will gather at various locations to watch Super Bowl 51. The game that decides the champion of the National Football League, has taken on a life of its own. Along with the die-hard fans, the game also draws interest from the casual fan, people who want to see the halftime show, and people who hate sports and are only interested in watching and deciding the best commercials. Much of this viewing is done at numerous parties at houses, bars, restaurants, and various other places. Many people have vocally...
This week I have a story in the paper about a painting event taken place later this month at Legends. I really feel it's amazing to have events like this in a small town. As much as I would like to go, I don't think that would be the best of ideas. Sure I may go get some pictures and do a little story, but I won't be painting any pictures. While I'm sure I was blessed with a few nice qualities -- drawing, painting, or anything to do with music are not my specialties. When I was in grade school, my art teacher was always very kind and encouragin...
Monday, Jan. 23 1:52 p.m. - theft, 15 Corbett Loop, Whitehall 5:14 p.m. - traffic stop, North Division Street, Whitehall Tuesday, Jan. 24 12:26 a.m. - suspicious/person/vehicle/circumstance, 413 North Whitehall Street, Whitehall 8:39 a.m. – burglary, I-90 westbound, MM 272, Cardwell 8:50 a.m. - animal problem, Forcella Road, Whitehall 11:56 a.m. – forgery, 9 North Main Street, Whitehall 6:00 p.m. – traffic stop, 2nd Street, Whitehall 6:19 p.m. – traffic stop, North Division Street, Whitehall 6:41 p.m. – traffic stop, North Division Street, W...
A couple of weeks ago, Donna Clark’s daughter, Shelley, passed away quite suddenly. When seeking to have the obituary published in the Montana Standard we discovered that depending on the day of the week, the cost would vary. For instance, instead of $79.00 ($89.00 with a photo), it was going to $108.00 for just the obituary!! We understood that that price included the photo, (which was sent but never received). However, to have a photo along with the obit, it would be $119.00! The letter to the editor of the Standard was never published, e...
Throughout the season, the Whitehall High School Wresting team has showed it is among the best Class B/C teams in Montana. This Saturday they'll look to prove it again at the Southern B/C Divisional Tournament in Ananconda. "They boy's have been working towards the next two weeks all year. They are focused and peaking right now," coach Steve Sacry said. "The tournament is in Anaconda and many Whitehall people are planning on attending. It will be an exciting day and I anticipate the boys will...
The Whitehall High School boy's basketball team will look to get back into the win column Thursday night in Manhattan. Trojans (12-2, 7-1 5B) will travel to the league foe Tigers Thursday and will return home to host Gardiner Saturday. Whitehall split two road games last weekend. The Trojans won a thriller 56-52 Friday night over Big Timber, and fell Saturday 70-56 to Three Forks. It was their first loss since a season opening road contest at Manhattan Christian. "Two tough games this weekend where we were fortunate to come away with a split. W...
For the second time this season, the Whitehall High School girl's basketball team and Big Timber locked horns in a an epic battle. After trailing the entire first half last Friday night, the Lady Trojans roared back in the second half, but their valiant effort fell just short in the 37-36 loss. Two weeks ago the Lady Herders picked up a 36-33 win in Varsity Gym. Whitehall girl's coach Herman Gerving said the Lady Trojans need to come out stronger and not let the other team get the lead. He said...
Hi Folks, A couple of weeks ago, I attended a conference in Helena put on by a group called the United Property Owners of Montana. One of the speakers was an attorney from Wyoming named Harriet Hageman. She talked about Regulation Without Representation. Harriet pointed out that when Congress passes a law, it is often fairly broad and vague, so the agencies interpret the laws and come up with regulations to enact the laws. In January 2011 President Obama announced an Executive Order to review; regulations already on the books and to remove...
Gov. Steve Bullock outlined his goals for the 2017 Legislature Tuesday during his third State of the State address, including a responsible state budget, infrastructure, business growth and education. While addressing a joint session of the House and Senate, Bullock named common values, including, "Fiscal responsibility. Education. Infrastructure. Job creation. Caring for others." "We must engage in thoughtful, rational, and constructive dialogue with one another," Bullock said. Immediately...
