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Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
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All was fairly quiet and serene until public comment was allowed at the May 19, 2025, meeting of the Whitehall Town Council, held at the Whitehall Town Hall. Property owner Terry Reed questioned the newly installed NO PARKING signs on his daughter’s property at 7 N. A Street, which is kitty-corner from the Mayor’s home. “You can write these down, but I have questions, and they demand an answer,” Reed said. Reed questioned a citation made on a cargo trailer parked on private property, asking who enforces these citations. He also questioned the c...
The Whitehall fifth grade class is proud to present their Living Wax Museum on May 22, 2025, beginning at 2:30 PM and ending at 3:15 PM in the Tia Kober Gym. The fifth grade classes cordially invite the community to take part in a unique experience sure to astound! Each student has chosen an important historical figure to portray, and the community is invited to look, listen, and learn from all of the living exhibits. Just a press of a button will bring each statue to life, offering a glimpse into its impressive life. Guests are asked to check...
The Whitehall American Legion Post #24 and the Ralph Sullender Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #4603 will have a Memorial Day service in the veteran’s area of the Whitehall cemetery at 10 AM on Monday, May 26th. This year a special recognition of the War on Terrorism will be a part of the ceremony. Your attendance at the Memorial Day service ceremony is an excellent opportunity to show your support and appreciation for all those who have served in the armed forces of this great nation. Memorial Day is a time to remember and reflect on the u...
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT), in partnership with Helena Sand and Gravel, is beginning the Whitehall Urban Pavement Preservation project, extending the service life of Montana Highway 55 (MT 55) through downtown Whitehall. Also known as West Legion Avenue and North Whitehall Street, the project area runs from the intersection with US Highway 2 (US 2) east and north to the Interstate 90 (I-90) interchange. MDT crews will mill and overlay the entire width of the roadway with new...
The WHS Class of 2025 will be graduating in less than a month! BUSINESSES: The 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 26, 2025; the graduation section will run in the June 4th edition of the Ledger as well as be handed out at graduation. Congrats ads in this section are priced as follows: • Business card: $50 • Rectangle: $100 • 1/4 page: $150 SENIORS: Senio...
Dear Editor - please publish the following letter of appreciation. Dear Ladies of the Whitehall Country Store, Thank you so much for the $10,000 you donated to the Jefferson Valley Volunteer Fire Department for firefighting equipment. We will use it to purchase one new self-contained breathing apparatus that we use in structure fires. Your ongoing dedication and concern for the needs of our community is amazing and we value what you do immensely. Sincerely, Jefferson Valley Volunteer Fire...
Why aren’t there more topically applied recreational drugs? We automatically assume eggs in recipes mean chicken eggs. If the whole world relived the same day over and over, Groundhog Day-style, it would probably take some people a while to notice. It must be insanely time-consuming to design fonts for Chinese and Japanese. It’s weird how no one says anything after a cough. You get “bless you” with a sneeze, but you get awkward silence with a cough. There are people alive today who have heard the camera-shutter sound-effect more often than they...
5/27/2000: The Montana state Legislature approved a bill to base the backfilling of open pit hard mines on environmental standards rather than technical backfill feasibility. The passage of the bill could mean Golden Sunlight Mine may not have to backfill its open pit at mine closure. Monday, May 8 saw about 20 home educators meet to discuss the formation of a home educator's support group and plan other activities geared toward the promotion of alternative educational opportunities. The...
Don't forget that the Whitehall Community Library will be closed May 26th for Memorial Day, but will be open the rest of the week at normal times. We will, however, be closed on July 4th and 5th for the holiday weekend. Miss Brandi and I had a great time shopping this weekend. Barnes & Noble gave us a huge discount, and now my office is full of new children's, young adult, and adult books just waiting to be processed. We also bought new board books, preschool picture books, and non-fiction...
The Jefferson Valley Museum will open for its 30th season on Saturday, May 24th, at noon. Regular hours from May 24th through September 15th are noon to 4 PM, Tuesday through Sunday (including Memorial Day and Labor Day holidays). If staffing is available, doors may also open on July 4th. The museum office is open on most Monday afternoons. This will be the 30th year the museum has provided residents and visitors from all over the country with the opportunity to learn more about the history of...
Third-grade students from Whitehall Elementary School participated in an end-of-the-year field trip to our local Jefferson Valley Museum. Nicknamed the "Big Red Barn" by some participating students, teams of two went on a scavenger hunt on museum grounds, trying to locate specific items. Following the scavenger hunt, students used Braille Legos to spell their first name and museum-specific vocabulary words. All scavenger hunt participants received an ice cream coupon from A&W. Thank you,...
With spring arriving, gardeners are preparing soils for this year’s planting, and many love to apply compost, which can supply nutrients, feed microbial activity, help retain soil moisture and improve soil structure. However, there can be too much of a good thing, according to Clain Jones, Montana State University Extension soil fertility specialist and professor in the MSU Department of Land Resources and Environmental Sciences. “I have been receiving many soil tests from vegetable gardens with excessively high levels of nitrogen, pho...
Several bills passed during the 2025 legislative session change state election laws governing elections, including how late Montanans can register to vote. Senate Bill 490, sponsored by Sen. Mike Cuffe, R-Eureka, changes the deadline for registering to vote or changing voter information. Proponents said the bill would put an end to long lines of last-minute voters waiting, sometimes until after midnight on Election Day, to register and vote. The bill limits same-day registration to a four-hour period on Election Day, and ends the ability to...
Anglers should be aware of significant changes to paddlefish regulations this year and carefully review them before buying a tag. The changes are targeted at maximizing paddlefishing opportunities, while also looking to sustain the fishery for years to come. Hooks must now be barbless or pinched, and only one treble hook per line is allowed for snagging (harvest or catch and release). In addition, the use of forward-facing sonar when angling for paddlefish is banned. Side-imaging sonar,...
Are you ready for a night to remember, all for an amazing cause? Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 14th for the Bootleg Brawl, brought to you by Gold Junction Presents and Next Gen Entertainment! It's a night to dress to impress in your finest 1920s-1940s garb, watch a plethora of live boxing in the recently refurbished chairs of the Star Theatre, gamble the night away after meandering through a classic car show, and raise funds for a new roof for the historic Star Theatre (25 W. Legion -...
The Land & Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) is a federally funded grant program administered through FWP that awards approximately $1.8 million annually. Eligible activities include development, renovation or expansion of outdoor public recreation areas including public parks, skate parks, hiking or biking areas, playgrounds, splash pads, playing fields, tennis courts and municipal pools. Grant applicants may include incorporated cities and towns, counties, state agencies and tribal governments. An applicant may only submit one grant application...
Whitehall Indivisible (WI) did not meet last week, opting instead to host a showing of the film Good Night & Good Luck at the Star Theatre. About 40 people were in attendance. Several scenes from the 1950s actual senate hearing video footage could have been pulled from the Senate hearings in 2025. On May 21st, we will have our first Wednesday night meeting at the Whitehall School Library (not the Whitehall Community Library). Participants should enter through the main elementary doors on the east side of the building, off Yellowstone, and park...
Resilience, according to Positive Psychology, is defined as “the quality of recovering quickly from failure and adversity, and not only returning to the status quo but actually using the opportunity to grow and further your personal development.” In Montana we have another name for it… toughness. Resilience is not something that comes easily, it is something we work for. It is something we build into ourselves and into our communities. While Montana is often plagued by disappointing mental health data, I believe you will find far more posit...
Menopause is a natural biological process that marks the end of a woman’s reproductive years. Typically occurring around age 51, it signifies the point when the ovaries stop producing estrogen, the hormone responsible for regulating the menstrual cycle. While menopause is a normal part of aging, it often brings a mix of physical and emotional changes that can be both challenging and empowering. What Is Menopause? Menopause officially begins when a woman has gone 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period. However, the transition d...
Governor Greg Gianforte recently signed into law a bill to ban the manufacturing and sale of lab-grown meat in Montana. "If you've ever had the pleasure of enjoying a cut of Montana beef, you know there is no substitute," Gov. Gianforte said. "By signing House Bill 401 into law, I am proud to defend our way of life and the hardworking Montana ranchers who produce the best beef in the world." Sponsored by Rep. Braxton Mitchell, R-Columbia Falls, House Bill 401 prohibits the manufacture for sale,...
How to Choose the Right Smart TV for Your Home Choosing the perfect Smart TV can feel overwhelming with so many available options, but focusing on a few key factors can simplify decision-making. Here’s what you need to know to make the right choice for your home. 1. Screen Size and Resolution: Start by determining the right screen size based on the size of your room and how far you’ll be sitting from the TV. A 32-43-inch TV may suffice for small rooms, while larger living rooms can acc...
The phrase "as American as apple pie" may lead one to believe this classic dessert originated in the Americas. But this beloved dessert traces its origins to Europe. According to experts, apples aren't even native to North America. Apple pie is categorized alongside baseball and Coca-Cola® as truly American. Even though it was brought over to the colonies with settlers, it wasn't until the 20th century that the treat was established as a symbol of national pride. By then, this apple-filled...
GEORGIA, I have a question, My friend tagged me in a radio station contest for four free tickets to a concert (because it said to tag a friend you would bring, not that that is binding or anything). I figured I’d enter, too, and tagged her in return. I ended up winning and was sent my four free tickets! My friend found out I won and is now asking for her half of the tickets. She suggested we could each pay for one ticket ($28) for ourselves and then use the two free ones for our kids (we each have two children) and make it a fun night out. I d...
