Articles from the March 1, 2023 edition
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Graham Takes on Executive Director Position at JLDC
The Jefferson Local Development Corporation has selected Lindsey Graham of Basin as its next Executive Director, replacing Eric Seidensticker, who recently resigned. Graham has served admirably as JLD...
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Gold Junction Presents Bringing Nolan Spotlight Series to Star Theatre in March
Christopher Nolan is a British-American filmmaker known for his lucrative Hollywood blockbusters with complex storytelling. Nolan is considered a leading filmmaker of the 21st century, as well as a...
Doran Family Fundraiser This Saturday
Bringing a child into the world is also hoped to be a beautiful, healthy experience, counting the tiny fingers and toes and enjoying baby snuggles. However, sometimes this beautiful experience...
WMS Wrestlers Place High at Dillon Tourney
Whitehall middle school wrestlers had an awesome tournament Saturday, February 25th in Dillon. Eighth graders Joey Beebout, Gunner South, and JC Raty ranked first in their brackets. Eighth graders...
Chamber Seeking Easter Activity Sponsors
The Whitehall Community Easter Egg & Scavenger Hunt will be held this year on April 1, 2023. The Community of Whitehall has had a wonderful Easter Egg Hunt for many years and we cannot say Thank You enough to the many groups and individuals who have...
Thought Provokers: 3/1/2023
There are many many animals that lay eggs, and for some reason, chicken eggs are the only animal eggs that we typically eat. The Star Wars universe has species that live for over 900 years, but things that happened 30 years ago are considered old leg...
Dear Editor: Legalization of Recreational Marijuana and the Ensuing Tax
Dear Editor, With the legalization of recreational marijuana and the ensuing tax, the State of Montana has exceeded tax revenue expectations. Since then, the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks has received 20% of the marijuana tax income...
Dear Editor: Every Day is April Fool's Day
Dear Editor, This blog from Seth Godin seemed particularly relevant as the election season unfolds. The extraordinary advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital tools are going to create havoc with facts and our ability to perceive what is...
Ledger Looking Back 25 Years: March 4, 1998
MARCH 4, 1998 Three of every four trees on town property in Whitehall are in good to fair condition. Mark Lennon, a Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation community forester conducted the first-ever tree inventory of Whtiehall’s...
This Month in Montana History
February 2nd 1865, 158 years ago: The Territory of Montana creates nine original counties: Jefferson County, Beaverhead County, Big Horn County (later renamed Custer County) Chouteau County, Deer Lodg...
MTHS Unveils Free Public Programs for March
Irish immigrants, Meriwether Lewis’ mother, and outstanding Montanans Dolly Smith Cusker Akers and Ivan Doig will be honored in March by the Montana Historical Society. At noon on March 1, Montana...
MSU Extension: Why Have a Will?
While writing a will is not number one on everyone’s to-do list, there are valid reasons for doing so. “People often avoid thinking about wills because a writing one means a they have to deal with attitudes and feelings about death, property...
Tech Questions? Get the Answers: 3/1/2023
QUESTION: What part of my computer is most at risk to viruses? ANSWER: There are many ways viruses can infect your computer system. Being connected to the internet is amazing, however, it comes with...
The Bozeman Symphony: A Mesmerizing Fusion of Old & New
The Bozeman Symphonic Choir and soprano Janai Brugger join the Orchestra for two mainstays of the sacred choral repertoire March 25 and 26 for Poulenc's Gloria and a Funk World Premiere. Opening the p...
MSU: Summer Writing Camps for Students Grades 3-12
Registration is now open for Montana State University’s summer writing camps for students in grades 3 through 12. The camps will be held in July on the MSU campus. The Youth Writing Camp is a five-day camp that runs July 10-14 from 9 a.m. to 3...
Happiness Corner: Three Locals Named to University of Montana Dean's List
The students listed below made the University of Montana’s Fall semester 2022 Dean’s List or the President’s 4.0 List. Double asterisks after a name indicate the student earned a 4.0 GPA. A single asterisk indicates a GPA greater than 3.5 but...
PSC: Mitigate Further Cold Weather Heating Bills
Recent and current cold temperatures across the state have resulted in higher-than-expected energy bills for many Montana residents. Increased utility company operating expenses for some utilities, including local property tax increases which went in...
Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Robert Kenyon Lytle, 63
Brigadier General Ret. Robert K. Lytle passed away and went home to be with our Lord after a difficult battle with cancer on Tuesday, 21 Feb. 2023. Born in Columbia, South Carolina in 1960; he would p... Full story
Montanans Rebuke Legislation to Limit Access and Habitat Funding
A new bill being considered by Montana lawmakers would permanently restrict the State’s ability to enhance public access, protect critical wildlife habitat, and support working farms and ranches. HB 462 seeks to redistribute how recreational...
For the second consecutive year, St. James Named a Top 100 Rural and Community Hospital
St. James Healthcare, now part of Intermountain Health, has been recognized as a 2023 Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital, compiled by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. The Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals play a key role in providing a safety...
Raging Debate: Smartphones & Teenage Mental Health
Digital technology has caused the biggest changes to teenage life in many decades. Typical American teenagers spend about half of their waking hours on their smartphones. They are on the phones when they are alone at home and when they are hanging...
COUSIN CLEAVON'S REDNECK COOKING: Crockpot Jackalope
Jackalopes are one of the hardest animals to find, but there is a big population in Whitehall. Jackalopes live in the same areas as antelopes but act like gophers. The reason why you don't see them is...
Jefferson County Sheriff's Report: Week of 2/19/2023
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19 11:22:46 Reckless Driver: I-90 13:10:12 Motor Vehicle Accident (Non-Injury): I-90 19:00:19 Citizen Assist: E Second St 19:27:40 Larceny/Theft: E Legion St MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20 10:06:50 Traffic Stop: N Whitehall St 10:20:41 911...
Just Ask Georgia: 3/1/2023
Georgia, I have a question, Do the British use forks or is there some kind of England-ish utensil akin to chopsticks? I’m going on vacation to Venice soon and don’t want to look stupid when I eat. Chopstick Challenged Dear Challenged, I feel...
