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When businesses and workplaces began lock down in March 2020, no one expected the shut down to last very long; then it kept going and going. No one expected business to be so severely impacted by COVID-19; then businesses all around the country began to close permanently. Whitehall has been lucky to have the residents rally around local businesses and keep most alive during the pandemic. However, with entertainment no longer a priority and the theatre an enclosed space, our Star Theatre has...
After a year off due to COVID-19, Liberty Place will once again be celebrating the artistic and musical talents of their residents with their ‘Lights On’ event Thursday, June, 17th. An Art Opening will be held from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., with an hors d’oeuvres reception from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Bordens. An outdoor concert on the Main Street Green, next to the Star Theatre, will follow at 6 p.m. Liberty Place residents will be offering arts and goods for sale, including many of the paintings currently displayed within the Bordens build...
Dr. Kathy Meyer has owned and operated Whitehall Chiropractic for the last 26 years, providing our little community with the best in chiropractic care. Now an exciting new adventure has placed itself in front of Dr. Meyer and she is excited to embrace it and bring her patients along with her on this medical journey. "I'm not shutting down - I'm moving forward," Dr. Meyer said with a smile. "This is a great opportunity not only for me, but for my patients." May 28th will be Dr. Meyer's last day a...
Fairness is not a partisan issue. Fairness is the goal of the Journalism Competition and Preservation Act currently being considered in the United States Congress. The bill has bipartisan support in both the Senate and the House of Representatives. H.R. 1735 / S.673 is critically important to protecting the future of high-quality, local journalism in Montana and across our nation. Support is growing for the legislation, yet much more needs to be done before it can become law. This bill would make negotiations for fair compensation possible...
Dear Editor, I want to thank the Town of Whitehall and the high school teens who took time out of their day to clean the litter in the gully by my house. They did a fantastic job! I so appreciate them. Rebecca Robinson Whitehall, Montana...
Dear Editor, A letter from the Horseman: I keep hearing all these complains about how employers can’t find people to work anymore, because the pandemic checks are more than what people make working. Well, I think back forty years ago when a ranch in Pennsylvania called and wanted to pay all of my expenses - $1500.00 a month, plus a home and all utilities – to come out and ride colts and do ranch work. Nowadays, it probably still pays the same. I feel employers should pay the same as a pandemic check of $484.00 a week, plus taxes and ben...
Dear Jo, I believe that I am Flying Solo’s mom (letter in last weeks paper). She put her question very nicely, being loved is definitely not all bad. I think a family get-together, honest and open might help, but does not always work, feelings still get hurt. Be happy Solo, your family loves you so much. Do what you do, then let them deal with it. Signed, the Bubble Wrapper Dear Bubble Wrapper, Thank you for writing in. I hope Solo reads this weeks paper. I am sure your comments will be appreciated. Signed, Jo ~~~~~~~~~~ Dear Jo, How many p...
At the May meeting of the Whitehall Town Council new town councilors Bill Lanes and Linda Jung were approved and seated. Lanes, who was mistakenly serving for the wrong ward, now serves in Ward 1 (replacing Logan Reiff) and Jung will serve Ward 2. Jason Crawford, engineer from Triple Tree Engineering, gave a report on the town’s upcoming water treatment facility, breaking the news to the Council that the Town Hall will not be a suitable match for the facility, as it is not large enough to house the entire system. The backup location since t...
JAMMING OUT: Whitehall native Sean Wisner (right) performed several original songs with accompaniment from John Willard (middle) and Demetrius Fassas (left) on standup bass. The next Beats & Eats will be at the Main Street Green (weather permitting) on June 26. FLOORING THE CROWD: Gabriel Popalis absolutely amazed the crowd with his rendition of Fly Me To The Moon. Here he is accompanied by Jessica Jane Hegg on a Bruno Mars tune....
Just last Sunday many of us celebrated Mother’s Day. It is one of those distinctions that contributes to our civilization. As a matter of fact, in America, Mother’s Day dates back about one hundred years and was signed into law by President Woodrow Wilson. Also, in the Western world, Mother’s Day contributed to holding society together dating back to the 12th century. You can include yours truly amongst those who believe it is essential for us to celebrate Mother’s Day. To all mothers: You are unique, because through you we all have life. Being...
Edward Armstrong of Cardwell, MT passed away on May 3rd, 2021 at his home surrounded by family. Ed was born August 10th, 1951 in Natick, Massachusetts to Charles M and June Armstrong. He was raised on the family ranch. In his youth he was involved in FFA, 4-H Club, and sports. He graduated in 1969. Ed worked on the ranch, was a mason, carpenter, and held various other jobs. In 1983 he married the love of his life, Ellie. Together they raised four children. Ed was called to the road for...
Bunny Allen (B.A.) McBride of Cape Coral, Florida and Solon, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at Arden Courts in Fort Meyers, Florida. A celebration of life will be held at a date to be determined in the future in Iowa City, Iowa. Bunny was born in Butte, Montana on April 8, 1938 to Flossie and Lawrence "Mac" McBride. He spent his youth hiking, camping, and fishing throughout Montana. He graduated from Whitehall High School in 1956 in Whitehall, Montana. He received a Bache...
Local student Chloe F. Brown, Butte High School senior and school Valedictorian, was selected by Butte High to be its DAR Good Citizen. She went on to receive the Silver Bow DAR Chapter's scholarship award at a ceremony held on Thursday, May 6. Chloe recited her essay and accepted a lapel pin, award certificate and $100 for her college education. Each year, the Silver Bow Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, sponsors a contest among local high schools to name DAR Good Citizens. Each pa...
Katie Whitehurst finished 6th in the 200 and second in the 400 in Hamilton at the A-B-C top 10 meet. Maxine Hoagland finished 6th in the 100 at the top 10 meet in Hamilton. At the top 8 meet in Anaconda Dylan Smith finished second in the shot put and 4th in discus. Brendan Wagner finished 6th in triple jump. Other top 8 competitors were Miles Hoerauf in the Javelin, Parker Wagner in the long jump and Gryphon Lombardi in the 4x4 relay. Livingston was a great day for our athletes. Katie...
May 1895 The following is taken as written from the May 3, 1895 Whitehall Zephyr. The accompanying photo is of an ad from the same edition. Charlie Wagonbreth is constructing a fine ice-box in his market. He calculates there will be "no flies on his meat" at any stage of the game. As soon, it is reported, as a suitable hall can be secured, three new lodges will be organized in Whitehall, Knights of Pythias, Free Masons and Odd Fellows. Luke Dear is up at Pipestone Springs for a time-that is for...
MAY 9, 1996 Although Whitehall may not be on the center of the map when it comes to cultural affairs, a stop in Whitehall is on the agenda for a nationally recognized string quartet. The National Symphony Orchestra will send a string quartet to Whitehall Sat., May 11, for a noon concert. The chamber concert, part of the American Residences Tour of Montana and Wyoming and one of hundreds of outreach activities the NSO will perform around the state, is free to the public. The NSO presents outreach activities around residency states in an effort t...
One of the signs of spring is when our Tuesday night Watercolor Class turns from an actual class to free painting. The Library provides the paper, watercolors, brushes, and other supplies but the class is open to everyone as a free paint. So, come join the fun at 6:00 p.m. every Tuesday night and let your creativity flow! Kyle Joyner will be presenting a program on Telehealth on Tuesday, May 18th at 1:30 p.m. in the basement. This will include the mechanics of doing a teleconference over a...
MAY 2, 2021 07:28 Traffic Stop 08:34 911 Misdial: Hwy 2 W 12:42 Medical: Yellowstone Tr 13:51 Reckless Driver: I90 15:50 Burglar Alarm: Irvine Ln 19:49 Administrative 20:46 Animal MAY 3, 2021 08:07 Parking: W Third St 09:11 Civil: Bowman Ln 10:21 911 Hang Up: Hwy 69 11:12 Traffic Stop: W Legion 12:46 Citizen Assist: S Jefferson St 12:50 Motor Vehicle: W Legion 18:10 Larceny/Theft: Hwy 2 W 19:02 Civil: Hwy 2 E 20:26 Medical: Kountz Rd 21:36 Suicide Threats MAY 4, 2021 02:44 Mental Crisis: Boe Ln 04:30 Mental Crisis: Hwy 2 W 08:28 Larceny/Theft:...
Parents should make sure they have arrangements in place for the care of their minor-aged children when planning their estates, according to Montana State University Extension. To make sure parents’ wishes are followed, Marsha Goetting, MSU Extension family and economics specialist, and Kaleena Miller, MSU Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources agent in Madison-Jefferson County suggest parents create a will that names a guardian and a conservator in case both parents die. A guardianship provides for the care of the children until age 18 a...
Montana businesses are applauding Governor Gianforte’s recent “Return-to-Work Bonus” initiative. The plan is bold, innovative and a welcome bump to our economic recovery. Early last winter, the Montana Chamber Board, led by Chairman Paul Hopfauf of Montana-Dakota Utilities, a subsidiary of MDU Resources Group, Inc., met with Montana’s congressional delegation to express concerns about new labor challenges beginning to develop as businesses were navigating through the COVID-19 shutdowns. Recently, moderate concern has grown to a near crisis...
THURSDAY, MAY 13 5:00PM PBS NewsHour 6:00PM THIS OLD HOUSE 6:30PM ASK THIS OLD HOUSE 7:00PM CAT IN THE HAT 7:30PM PEG + CAT 8:00PM PBS NewsHour 9:00PM Amanpour and Company 10:00PM BASEBALL “A WHOLE NEW BALL GAME” FRIDAY, MAY 14 5:00PM PBS NewsHour 6:00PM WASHINGTON WEEK 6:30PM MARKET TO MARKET 7:00PM CAT IN THE HAT 7:30PM DINING WITH THE CHEF 8:00PM PBS NewsHour 9:00PM Amanpour and Company 10:00PM GREAT PERFORMANCES “THE ARTS INTERRUPTED” 11:00PM WE ARE A FAMILY: SONGS OF HOPE AND UNITY 12:00AM Amanpour and Company SATURDAY, MAY 15 6:00AM...
The American Red Cross along with actor James Van Der Beek and his wife, Kimberly, have joined together to urge all who are healthy to make this a summer full of life for patients by scheduling an appointment to give blood or platelets. As the nation transitions to a new, hopeful phase of this devastating pandemic and people begin to return to some of their favorite activities, the Red Cross is concerned about the impact this could have on blood donor turnout and the blood supply this summer. The need for lifesaving blood transfusions never...
After having the event canceled in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Rockin' the Rivers is set to return in 2021. According to RTR office manager Jodie Petitt, the 2021 festival is scheduled to take place August 12 to 14 at the Bridge near Cardwell. Some of the headlining acts announced for the 20th-anniversary festival include Skillet, Lit, Saving Abel, Black Label Society, .38 Special, Black Stone Cherry, and the Georgia Satellites. Ticket and camping packages can be purchased at...
Health is a lifelong journey. For each of us that journey is unique. Every one of us has our own approach to health and wellness. This week, National Women’s Health Week, serves as a reminder for women and girls to take steps toward caring for themselves and making health a priority. It is not easy to take steps toward better health. Women are often caring for people besides themselves. Life is busy. We are making history as we navigate a pandemic. What steps can we take toward better health? A...
The Montana Department of Revenue reminds taxpayers that payment options are available for people unable to pay their 2020 Montana income taxes in full. Montana taxpayers can request a payment plan using the department’s TransAction Portal (TAP) at tap.dor.mt.gov or by calling the department’s Collections Bureau at (406) 444-6964 once their return has been filed and processed. “We understand that 2020 was a tough year for a lot of Montanans, and some of us may be facing a larger tax bill than we expected,” said Brendan Beatty, director of the...
