Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
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This story comes with a trigger warning as the death of a child due to suffocation is discussed. Five kisses. Five hugs. That's exactly how Tyler Blair said goodbye to his son, Reign, each day before work. "There was no getting away from that," Blair said with a faint smile. "During the day, I would video call him on my phone, show him when I was on a piece of equipment, and he would just love to see it. And he would be right there waiting for me when I got home." Friday, April 24, began no...
Join the Cardwell School on Wednesday, May 6, at 6 PM for an unforgettable night where fame, music, and glamour collide! Come see Cardwell's talented students bring legendary artists to life through live performances and creative wax museum displays. Walk through music history, enjoy the show, and support these amazing performers. • Students will present as wax figures of your favorite music legends • Live performance covering iconic songs across generations • Red carpet entrance: strike a pos...
Need to find your mom something special for Mother's Day? Why not bring her directly to the Whitehall Community Center for the May 9 (10 AM to 4 PM) and May 10 (10 AM to 3 PM) Mother's Day Event? With over a dozen vendors, there's sure to be something there to make her day! Gents - hate walking around these kinds of events? Check out the Husband Waiting Zone - complete with TV and a few snacks! Bringing the kids? Check out the free kids' activities! On Saturday, May 9, from noon to 4 PM, there w...
A remarkable collection decades in the making will be on display May 8-10 at the Montana Western Legacy Center, offering the public a rare glimpse into a lifetime shaped by music, passion, and personality. The Montana Western Legacy Center, in partnership with Grit and Grace Collective, will host a special showcase of Bob "Ace" Kovacich's private collection from May 8 through May 10, with an invitation-only preview on May 7. This is your chance to own a piece of music history! The exhibit will...
The WHS Class of 2026 graduates this month, May 24 at 2 PM! BUSINESSES: The Whitehall Ledger will be putting together its keepsake Graduation Section. Is your business interested in running an ad of congratulations for this section? Please let the Whitehall Ledger know soon! The deadline for inclusion is May 15, 2026; the graduation section will run in the May 20 edition of the Ledger as well as be handed out at graduation. Congrats ads in this section are priced as follows: • Business card: $60 • Rectangle: $110 • 1/4 page: $160 SENIO...
Do birds feel the same about flying as we feel about walking, or do they understand how amazing it is? If a friend or family member starts a question with “don’t you want to” or “don’t you think,” they’re actually more interested in validating their own thoughts and/or wants, not yours. The memory of an embarrassing moment is often more embarrassing than the moment itself. Because of degrading batteries, after enough time, every laptop turns into a desktop computer. It feels higher status in society to be unemployed than to work a menial job. I...
Dear Editor, To say that Montana's children and women are in grave danger as a direct result of government corruption and incompetence is not an exaggeration. Luckily for Montana, we have an opportunity to select a U.S. senator with experience addressing those issues, from citizens organizing at the local level to identifying threats from within at the highest levels of government. Alani Bankhead isn't a "no-name" because she has been spending her life getting the work done, not seeking...
Dear Editor, We are writing in support of the continuation of the existing Noxious Weed Control Mill Levy that will be considered by voters. The Jefferson County Weed District is one of the leading weed districts in the state. This levy is beneficial whether we live in an urban or rural setting. It is very important to control the infestation of noxious weeds in our public lands, range lands, pastures, and recreational parks. In addition, noxious weeds have a detrimental effect on big game...
Dear Editor, I was born, raised, and worked on the family ranch established in 1916 in the Ruby Valley by my grandfather, John H. Anderson. Growing up in the ranching community with Ken Walsh, I want to share with voters why I wholeheartedly support him for re-election to represent House District 69. When Ken taught Ag education at Twin Bridges High School, he taught his students not only agricultural and mechanical skills but also leadership through the Future Farmers of America program. Ken...
Dear Editor, On behalf of the board of directors of the Jefferson Valley Community Foundation and probably all who attended our fundraiser, we would like to thank the Whitehall FFA chapter for their support, help, citizenship, and commitment. The event was a tremendous success, with financial numbers and attendance numbers available separately. However, the FFA group, individually and as a group, was hardworking, polite, well-groomed and dressed, attentive, and projected the best example of...
Dear Editor, I am sending this letter to ask that people vote for the Weed Mill Levy that will be on the ballot in June. The resolution will not create a new tax, but instead is the continuance of a prior resolution. It will not raise your taxes. The program that Jefferson County has is a great program. Not only do they provide resources for the Counties to use to spray weeds on public lands, such as cemeteries, parks, and school grounds throughout Jefferson County, but they also provide for...
A lack of transparency and available details about the proposed acquisition of NorthWestern Energy by Black Hill Corporation has led Montana Farmers Union to intervene to push for clarity on intentions and to raise questions about farmers and ranchers bearing the costs. Based on the questions MFU leaders have asked and the Commission docket so far, the proposed acquisition is not designed to help the Montana family farmer. It is designed to build a corporate balance sheet large enough to serve the bottomless appetite of multinational data...
WALKING WITH PURPOSE: The first annual Mental Health Walk of Hope by the Angel Wings Foundation on Sunday, May 3, brought dozens of walkers supporting suicide, addiction, and mental health awareness. The walk was in honor of Dylen Mead and Chris Carter. Angel Wings Foundation board members Jane Bowman, Robin Kessler, Karen Burtch, Ashley Bruder, Sherre Mead, Suede Mead, and Rick Mead. LEDGER PHOTOS...
The Jefferson Valley Community Foundation (JVCF) held its annual fundraiser on May second at the Whitehall Community Center. By all accounts, not only in terms of funds, but also in terms of the gross amount raised, it was in excess of $45,000, and in terms of community attendance, the evening was a tremendous success. The board of directors of JVCF would like to extend heartfelt thanks to Jefferson Valley Trustees, Community Builders, and Opportunity Pioneers. Without their generous contributio...
You may have noticed the beautiful blue irises in front of the Whitehall Community Library. The flowers are coming up all over town, and spring is definitely on the way. In the library world, that means that summer reading is almost ready to start, and orders of new books, prizes, and craft supplies are pouring in. We will be reading and feeding again this summer, so plan on having lunch on us starting in June. I actually had a few minutes to order $2,500 in new books. Summer is my second favorite season for best-selling authors to launch...
The Montana state Legislature decided to provide a 1.88 percent increase for public schools. Whitehall public schools received an additional $43,000 in funds for the 2001-02 budget. WHS Creative Leader of the Week: JAMES LUCAS. WHS band member James Lucas has earned honors this week. Band Director Skyler Lashley says, "James is a very attentive and productive student. He always attends pep band and is an excellent leader." James, who plays the saxophone, is the son of Charles and Ann Lucas. He...
According to the American Academy of Dermatology Association, Skin cancer is the #1 most common cancer in the U.S., and about 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. Around 9,500 people are diagnosed every day. Annual burden: • 6.1 million people treated yearly for common non-melanoma types (BCC & SCC); • 112,000 new invasive melanoma cases expected in 2026, and • 8,500 melanoma deaths annually. Skin cancer awareness is about understanding how to prevent, detect, and treat...
The West is staring down a dangerous wildfire year. A dry winter and historically low snowpack have set the stage for a potentially severe 2026 fire season. But the deeper problem is that the nation’s capacity to respond to wildfire has eroded. For decades, large wildfires were managed through the Incident Command System, a framework that depends on highly trained teams at the federal, state, and local level. These teams coordinate everything from strategy to evacuations and communication with communities. Today, fewer than 38 of the largest t...
The Whitehall Star Theatre, owned and operated by Whitehall non-profit Gold Junction Presents, has MANY exciting events coming Whitehall’s way! GJP would love your business support for a few of our endeavors below! Contact Liz Pullman at goldjunctionpresents@gmail.com or 406-498-3807 for more information and to secure your sponsor spot! PRE-MOVIE ADS: Want to get in front of the masses each weekend, repeatedly? Our pre-movie ads run for 45 minutes before each movie; most people come to grab their favorite seats at least 30 minutes before the m...
After an unusual winter across Montana, recent storms have added to the mountain snowpack even as temperatures begin to rise. With warmer days ahead, the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) urges residents to stay alert for rapidly changing conditions and potential flooding, particularly near rivers and streams. Warm temperatures combined with rain or additional snow may lead to severe flooding in some areas. Communities still recovering from previous floods or wildfires may face heightened risk. Residents living...
Nobody just happens upon Elk Ridge. Whitetail Road, a mostly gravel Boulder to Whitehall connection rich with potholes and washboard bumps as it weaves through Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, is already off the beaten path. Yet from there, a visitor must venture east on Antelope Lane, then south on Wapiti to reach this community of ranchettes scattered about a largely bare Bull Mountain hillside. With the closest shop some 20 minutes away, Elk Ridge is one of Jefferson County’s more remote communities, and one of its more peaceful – and...
Start your spring cleaning now and get ready for Whitehall’s annual Community Wide Garage Sale weekend - this year, June 5 and 6. Registration for the Community Wide Garage Sale MAP is available as of April 1st at the Whitehall Ledger and must be returned to the Ledger, with the $5 map registration fee, by May 25, 2026. Maps will be available the week of sale at Montana Western Legacy Center, Thriftway SuperStop, M&M Vintage, the Whitehall Ledger, and the Whitehall Mini Mall. Ready for this? Whitehall will also be hosting a fall c...
The Star Self Defense Club was born out of a need to empower and educate those who need it most. If you have ever been in a scary situation and wanted to be braver next time, we are for you. If you have felt threatened simply because of your identity, we are for you. If you don’t seek trouble but are willing to fight to keep yourself, your loved ones, and your community safe, we are for you. Joining us, you’ll learn tried-and-tested skills for escaping common street attacks, such as grabs, headlocks, hair pulls, and the like. You’ll learn...
Montana Shakespeare in the Parks (MSIP) kicks off its 54th season with free performances of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, June 10-13, and The Merchant of Venice, June 17-20. Performances are open to the public and held at 8 pm in the MSU Duck Pond Grove, with special pre-show performances beginning at 7 pm. Following the Bozeman performances, the company of 11 actors embarks on a 12-week tour across the West, visiting 64 communities. All ages are welcome to attend and enjoy these free p...
SUNDAY, APRIL 26 03:48:20 Burglar Alarm: N Whitehall St 11:31:22 Extra Patrol: N Division St 15:53:08 Citizen Assist: Whitetail Rd 17:32:34 Extra Patrol: W First St 18:01:13 Extra Patrol: W First St 18:53:49 Citizen Contact: W Legion St 18:59:47 Medical: Yellowstone Trl 20:44:55 Vehicle Accident (Injury): Waterloo Rd MONDAY, APRIL 27 07:44:31 Traffic Stop: W Second St 11:19:26 Traffic Stop: Hwy 359 12:10:50 Transport: S Clark St 14:05:23 Suspicious Vehicle: I-90 14:41:35 Agency Assist: Waterloo...
