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 Whitehall Veterans invite you to spend the afternoon with them on Sunday, April 14th at 2 PM to see all the improvements recently made to the Whitehall Community Center. The North side of the Community Center was recently refurbished; the South side will soon be resurfaced. Take a look on Sunday at 2 PM at the Whitehall Community Center....
At the April meeting of the Whitehall School Board, held Tuesday, April 2nd, in the Elementary Library, much discussion of the upcoming 2024-2025 school year was had. Most importantly, changes to the Early Literacy Program. The Early Literacy program is a half-day program available to students who are age four by September 10, 2024. Any youngster who fits the age requirement must be screened using an approved screener before June 1, 2024, to be considered for admittance into the Early Literacy program. This is not a Whitehall Schools...
Jefferson Valley Emergency Medical Services and Rescue were joined by Ruby Valley EMS and Harrison Volunteer Fire Department for a two-day training at the Whitehall High School over the weekend. Over a dozen responders were trained, while another 10-15 volunteered as victims of a shooting within the school. The Jefferson County Sheriff's Department and Whitehall School nurses were noticeably absent. The training was hosted by JVEMSR and taught by Paradocx. Paradocx is a company that comes out...
An email from the Whitehall School nurses went out to students and parents on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, informing families that Fifth disease appears to have made its way into Whitehall Elementary. “We have had a number of elementary students with what appears to be Fifth disease over the last few weeks, but finally have a provider diagnosis to confirm it. It is caused by parvovirus B19,” the email stated. The nurses went on to detail that Fifth disease starts as a runny nose, sore throat, and fatigue. A few days later, the student has not...
Did you know that you have a constitutional Right to Know? The Right to Know appears alongside your right to Freedom of Speech, Right to Bear Arms and Right of Suffrage in the Montana Constitution, and it is every bit as important. Under the Right to Know, you have a right to request public information from your state and local governments. When Montanans exercise their Right to Know by submitting public information requests, it increases government transparency, improves government officials’ responsiveness to citizens, and boosts c...
Late-stage capitalism gets a bad rep, but the early stage had child miners and radium factories. It’s physically impossible to watch all the movies ever made. There is no doubt that considerable resources are invested in researching how thin a hamburger patty can be made without causing a consumer backlash. A free boat is incredibly expensive. More people die in a single day around the world than all the people who wait for an organ donor. Golf is the only sport where the worse you are, the more you get to play. Some people speak multiple l...
APRIL 14, 1999 For the first time in over a decade, Whitehall voters will be voting in a school mill levy election. The Whitehall School Board voted unanimously to place a WHS mill levy on the ballot. The amount of money sought, and the exact hike in mills are yet undetermined; Superintendent Paul Stremick said that the levy would be an increase of $24,000 in the worst-case scenario. A crowd of about 70 people turned out at LaHood Park on April 12, 1999, to discuss - and at times cuss - the...
Betsy Gaines Quammen, an acclaimed science and history writer who lives in Bozeman, will present a reading from her nonfiction book True West on Wednesday, May 15th, starting at 7 PM at the Whitehall Community Center (11 N. Division St) in Whitehall. This educational event is sponsored by Lien for Montana HD75, a political organization. "The intent of the event," said Nancy Jane Lien, a Democratic candidate for the Jefferson County Montana House of Representatives district, "is to promote a...
Hunter and Bowhunter Education instructors in the Helena area were recently recognized for their dedicated service to mentoring the next generation of hunters. In Montana’s Hunter, Bowhunter, and Trapper Education programs are taught by volunteer instructors willing to share their knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm. Each in-person class is free for students, who gain valuable hands-on experience that helps them be safe and successful while in the field. The 65 active volunteer instructors in Jefferson and Lewis & Clark counties have more than 7...
The Let's Talk Disability, Butte organizing committee is thrilled to announce the return of its highly anticipated annual event, now in its third year. Scheduled for Thursday, April 18th, and Friday, April 19th, at 6:30 PM, at the Montana Tech Auditorium in Butte, this event aims to promote dialogue, understanding, connection, and inclusivity around disability issues within the community. The Let's Talk Disability, Butte event is a monologue production featuring individuals with disabilities...
Jesus Christ exemplified the greatest degree of love through his sacrificial death on the cross and subsequent resurrection of the dead, something many of us recently celebrated. We must refrain from letting the typical holiday celebration lose significance, particularly Good Friday and Easter. What Jesus did for any of us who call on His name to be saved through repentance and faith is for every day, not just the last day in April. In Luke Chapter 6, we find Jesus challenging any of His followers to love their enemy. If we are honest, doing...
Jefferson County, Montana, needs an animal shelter. Sixteen years ago, Montana State University conducted a study on what was needed in Jefferson County, and an animal shelter was high on the list. From that study, the nonprofit organization Animal Shelter and Care of Jefferson County was formed to promote "humane treatment of animals through shelter, education and spay/neuter endeavors." Since then, the nonprofit, known as AS&C for short, has been hard at work raising funds to build a shelter....
Georgia, I have a question, My boyfriend and I enjoy playing harmless pranks on each other. Last week, I had an important job interview, and he thought it would be funny to put a laxative in my drink, which I drank before I left for the meeting. He knew the interview's significance to me - it was my dream job. I had to turn back home while on my way there due to how unwell I felt, and I had to inform the workplace that I couldn’t make it. When he got home from work, I ripped him a new one. He just laughed and said it was retaliation for i...
The Whitehall Community Library is excited to announce it will host a “Memory Café” on Thursday, April 11th, from 2 PM to 3:30 PM. The program is for people with early dementia and their care partners to engage in social activities and raise dementia awareness. Please call the library at 287-3763 to register for this first free session. The University of Montana Geriatric Education Center and the Montana State University Extension Center will present the program. They will be bringing their Mobile Memory Café, and it will be a great time for a...
Safeguarding your wireless network In an era where connectivity is paramount, securing your Wi-Fi network is not just a matter of convenience but a necessity. With the proliferation of smart devices and the increasing dependency on online services, ensuring the integrity of your network has never been more critical. The threat of intruders accessing your network can lead to data breaches, compromised personal information, and even financial loss. To mitigate these risks, implementing robust...
Seafood is a healthy addition to any diet. Seafood, whether it's fish, mollusks, or crustaceans, tends to be lower in calories and saturated fat than meat- or poultry-based protein sources, and it may be rich in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Shrimp, in particular, is a type of seafood that many people enjoy because it is not as fishy as other offerings. Shrimp can be cooked in various ways, but grounding shrimp into patties gives an interesting spin. Try Shrimp Cakes with Honey Lemon Aioli from 30-Minute Meal Prep (Sourcebooks) by Robin...
ARIES Mar 21/Apr 20 There is more to any situation than the money factor, Aries. When a new opportunity comes your way, look beyond the payoff to see what the heart of the offer entails. TAURUS Apr 21/May 21 Look to your family members if you need inspiration on a new project, Taurus. Use loved ones as a sounding board for all of the ideas that are bouncing around. GEMINI May 22/Jun 21 The willpower you have relied on lately is still going strong, Gemini. That is excellent, and it’s having a profound effect on other areas of your life. CANCER J... Full story
Every morning, with a coffee in hand, we set off on our daily adventure. For most of us, the daily adventure is to get to work. This morning commute isn’t just about getting from A to B; it’s a journey filled with tiny quests and unexpected treasures. So how do you make this commute to work a positive moment (or at least not negative)? Let’s take a lighter look at this daily ritual and find ways to sprinkle a bit of joy into our travels. The First Step - Leaving the Castle: The key to a serene departure? A little bit of prep the night before. T...
SUNDAY, MARCH 31 02:22:37 Traffic Stop: Hwy 2 E 02:40:09 Suspicious: Whitehall Thriftway 17:12:31 Traffic Stop: Hwy 55 17:58:40 Traffic Stop: W Legion St 19:20:20 Traffic Hazard: I-90 20:17:19 Traffic Stop: I-90 20:42:30 Traffic Offense: I-90 22:59:41 Extra Patrol: Cedar Hills Rd MONDAY, APRIL 1 00:50:08 911 Open Line: I-90 07:47:52 Motorist Assist: Hwy 69 10:53:35 Traffic Stop: N Whitehall St 11:22:52 Traffic Stop: Hwy 2 W 11:50:24 Traffic Stop: E Legion St 12:11:20 Traffic Stop: N Whitehall St 12:11:25 Medical: E Second St 14:26:05 Traffic...
8 YEARS AGO - April, Part I: The headlines in early April 1898 were filled with trouble from across the country and worldwide. A lengthy article reviewed the finding of the naval court of inquiry into the sinking of the battleship Maine in the harbor at Havana. Happenings in Butte, as usual, provided many of the front-page articles. Several more victims of the Hale house fire were removed from the building's ashes; Mary Bradley, "a member of Butte's lower stratum of society, committed suicide." A murder trial in Butte ended with the accused...
Spring has sprung if you can use the WGC Brunch buffet table as an indicator. Diane Ward and Mary Baughn set a table to rival any spring garden! Tangerines were transformed into blossoms, hard-boiled eggs made to look like daisies, hand-held fruit-filled pies that melted in deliciousness, and everyone's favorite potato dish with a fresh zucchini and pineapple mix. Refreshing and thoroughly enjoyed! Thank you, Diane and Mary... a great way to greet the day. The business meeting was held as a remi...
Climate change was primarily perceived as a distant threat for a long time. But Oregon biologist Pepper Trail, 70, who often writes for the opinion service Writers on the Range, said he and other close observers have noticed climate shifts for decades. He’s seen it in the premature blossoming of flowers, the diminishing snow caps on mountains, and, most strikingly, the increasing frequency of wildfires scorching the landscapes around him. “I’m a naturalist,” Trail said, “and like many who have been sounding the alarm for years, I’m increasingl...
Questa Edwards graduated from Manhattan High School in 1991, then graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology from Rocky Mountain College in Billings, Montana. She then earned her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Questa joined the United States Army Reserves as a direct commission in 1999. She is currently a lieutenant colonel with 24 years of service in the Army reserves; she has served many roles in the Army with specific training in leaders...
The Jefferson Valley Museum Annual Meeting Program, presented by Dr. and Kathryn Sacry on the history of the Sacry, Powell, Armstong, and other families of South Boulder, will be shown on local PBS channel 49.2. Showings will be Thursday, April 11th, at 2 PM, 5 PM, and 7 PM, as well as Saturday, April 13th, at 2 PM, 5 PM, and 7 PM....
WANTED: Candidates for PRESIDENT, VICE-PRESIDENT, SECRETARY, TREASURER, and CORRESPONDENT for the Whitehall Senior Citizens Center. Qualfiers for all positions: Must be 55+ years old; must have been a paid member for two years (specifically 2022 and 2023). Additional qualifiers for each of the named positions may also be read at the Whitehall Senior Center before signing up as a candidate for the position of your preference. If interested in any of these positions, you may apply to be a candidate at the Whitehall Senior Center on May 22 from 9...
