Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
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Whitehall High School graduated 43 seniors at the Class of 2026 Commencement Ceremony on Sunday, May 24, 2026. Many of these seniors received scholarships and accolades, which were announced at the ceremony. Dorothy Shaw Memorial Scholarship: Dorothy Shaw bequeathed money to WHS to establish the Dorothy Shaw Memorial Scholarship. This award recognizes WHS seniors for their academic achievement, maintaining a 3.0 GPA or higher and completing 15 credits in English, Social Studies, Math, Science,...
With the upcoming Jefferson County Sheriff election just a few months away, the current Jefferson County Sheriff - Tom Grimsrud - wants the county to know he’s not ready to put away his badge just yet. A peace officer in Jefferson County since 1999, Grimsrud was surprised in 2022 Sheriff Doolittle’s decision to retire and only decided to run due to the feeling he “wasn’t done yet” and felt he still had more to give. Now, two years later, Grimsrud admits to still feeling he has more to accomplish and see through. “When we initially ran for thi...
This year, in celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the United States of America, Whitehall's local American Legion Post #24 and VFW Post 4603 will be hosting a Whitehall fireworks display on July 4th to commemorate the celebration. We ask for your support in raising funds for this monumental endeavor! The United States' 250th birthday of American independence will be on July 4, 2026, with nationwide celebrations honoring the nation's founding, history, and values. This milestone, known as...
The Whitehall FFA Awards Banquet was held at the Copper K Barn on Friday, May 22nd....
Dear Editor and the Voters of Jefferson County, I am writing to express my strong support for maintaining the Jefferson County Weed District's 3-mill levy. As a property owner in Jefferson County, I have personally benefited from the current mill levy program. The cost-sharing assistance for herbicides has made it both practical and affordable to actively manage noxious weeds on my land. Species such as cheatgrass, Canada thistle, leafy spurge, toadflax, and mullein are persistent and highly...
Dear Editor, The outcome of the HD 69 primary will show whether voters have been paying attention to how poorly they've been represented by phony Republican Ken Walsh. Walsh boasts the most liberal voting record in the entire GOP Caucus, consistently deserting his constituents back home to join with the Democrats. This certainly hasn't escaped the notice of the Madison County Democrat Chairman Dawn Conklin, who recently wrote glowing comments about Ken to party members, extolling his "steady...
“I sold an hour of my life for $13” doesn’t sound nearly as good as “I make $13/hour.” Does Mike Wazowski wink or blink? When you’re criticized for being short, they’re really just saying the worst thing about you is that there isn’t more of you. Why is Monday so far from Friday, but Friday is so close to Monday? You know you’re socially awkward when you are proud of yourself for just saying what you wanted to say. We’ve ruined a lot of good songs by setting them as our alarm music. The moment you fasten your seatbelt, you begin to wear the c...
Little did people realize in May 1926 that the great depression was just a few years down the road. The front page of the JV News was filled with local, mostly good, news. National and world news were a few pages back in the paper. President Coolidge was greeted by more than 2,000 Boy Scouts during the 16th convention of the scouting national council. A gold rush was growing in Canada; Kilauea was erupting; Lions International was planning a convention in San Francisco; airmail service was...
I'm sure you are wondering if Miss Brandi at the Whitehall Community Library can talk about anything other than early literacy? NO! This is such an important topic, and with summer reading just around the corner, I thought this was the perfect time to hijack the column. An Ohio State University study found that kids who have one book read to them daily hear roughly 296,000 words by age five, whereas children who are rarely read to hear roughly 4,600 words. Reading five books a day pushes the cou...
CARDWELL GRADUATES: Cardwell School graduated five eighth graders (back row, from left) Corbyn Wright, Roam Hunt, Ember Hunt, Gavin Hull, and Hunter Bingham, as well as four kindergarteners (back row, from left) Lucy Hughes, Bre Howser, Gunner Briggs, and Ridge Briggs. Congratulations!...
Jefferson Valley Presents board members Lucy Holmes and Wally Madsen join Bill Seybert of Golden Sunlight Mine and an assembled group of production supporters in breaking ground for the stage set for "Journey of Discovery." The groundbreaking ceremony took place at the production site on Saturday, May, 19, 2001. Julie Kieckbusch, the Whitehall Trojan Girls Basketball coach, steps down. Kieckbusch, a high school all-star player at Sheridan and standout college player at Montana Tech, coached for...
Wallace Henry Madsen was born near Baker, Montana, along with his twin. Shortly after, his parents, Hans and Agnes, traveled with the family to Minnesota, where Wallace spent his youth with four sisters, his twin, and another brother. Wallace graduated from Tech High School in St. Cloud in 1953. The Army was next (Fort Lewis), and while attending a USO dance, he met his future wife. After marrying and starting a family, Wallace spent his career as a carpenter, showcasing his work ethic and craft...
Dr. Don Collins, 92, of Bozeman, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026. A Celebration of Don’s Life will be held at 1 p.m. June 6 at the Bozeman Senior Center....
Gov. Greg Gianforte announced on Tuesday, May 19 that the U.S. Department of Agriculture had approved his request to prohibit people from purchasing soft drinks, junk food and candy with SNAP, the food assistance program funded by the federal government. The state’s March waiver requesting the restrictions, circulated by Gianforte’s office Tuesday and signed by Department of Public Health and Human Services director Charlie Brereton, outlines the state’s goal to assess the impact of limiting “nutrient-poor food items on SNAP households in Mont...
Join Certified Bowenwork Practitioner, Bethel Wagner, at Sage Wellness Center on Friday, May 29th, and learn why Bowenwork is literally for EVERY body from newborn to 90+! Attendees will learn how Bowenwork can: relieve stress and balance the nervous system; improve joint function and range of motion; correct posture imbalances like scoliosis, kyphosis, tech-neck; reduce pain and tension throughout the body; relieve symptoms of frozen shoulder, sciatica, low back pain, migraines; speed recovery from injuries and concussions; and improve...
Whitehall non-profit Gold Junction Presents is excited to continue the tradition of WEDNESDAYS ON THE GREEN that was started last year with the Whitehall Chamber of Commerce. However, instead of EVERY Wednesday, we will be holding SECOND WEDNESDAY ON THE GREEN (June 10, July 8, August 12, and September 9). This monthly community gathering brings neighbors and friends together in the heart of Whitehall. Beginning June 10, the Main Street Green next to the historic Star Theatre will host a fun, relaxed atmosphere where locals and visitors alike...
During this election cycle, you will likely be asked to sign petitions to place various proposals on the November ballot. Before signing, it is important to understand exactly what you are supporting. That is especially true for I-194, a proposed ballot initiative aimed at restricting “dark money” in elections. I-194, known as The Montana Plan, is designed to sharply limit the role of corporations, nonprofits, LLCs, trade associations, and other “artificial persons” in Montana elections. Supporters argue it would reduce dark money in politic...
According to the New York Times, 300 individual billionaires spent more than $3 billion during the 2024 election cycle. Keep those figures in mind as you consider I-194 and its potential impact on Montana values. The Montana Chamber of Commerce, the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce, and the Billings Chamber of Commerce have taken a clear and united stand against Initiative 194. We believe Montanans deserve a full and transparent explanation of why. No doubt, I-194 would prohibit Montana businesses and nonprofits from participating in the...
Lewis and Clark Caverns State Park is hosting a weekend-long interpretive event once a month this summer. You are invited to come camp and participate in the “Caverns Corps of Discovery,” modeled after Lewis and Clark’s Corps of Discovery. This is a summer camp in a weekend, filled with numerous educational programs centered around perfecting your outdoor skills. Campers who attend all interpretive programs during the weekend will receive a certificate of achievement. June’s interpretive weekend runs June 26th through June 28th. Orienta...
Before he died at age 87 in early May, Ted Turner knew that stewardship of land would be his real legacy. Of course, he might also be long known for starting CNN and 24-hour news, as well as building a major league baseball team, his hometown Atlanta Braves. He also started a UN Foundation to help bring peace to the world, thanks to his starter $1 billion contribution, and he tapped former U.S. Sen. Tim Wirth of Colorado to lead it. Wirth recalls how Turner, once dubbed “Captain Outrageous,” liked to shoot from the hip and could never be bot...
This May, I traveled to California to spend a few days in Yosemite National Park. It is a favorite park of mine, one where I have often spent time over the years. Staying for a few days inside the park was within my modest income. For this visit, I needed to scramble for a reservation, hoping to chance upon a cancellation. As I logged into park accommodations, I had my first shock – rooms at Yosemite Valley Lodge cost around $400 per night. I opened the accommodation options to see if anything else was available, and a tent cabin that slept f...
When the weather warms up outside, the desire for healthy, lighter fare rises alongside the mercury. That leads many people to turn to vegetables, which can satisfy hunger pangs but do not typically create feelings of sluggishness. Vegetables can be cooked in myriad ways, and some can even be eaten raw. If raw vegetables don't sound all that appealing, then roasting is a great way to eat healthy without sacrificing flavor. This recipe for Roasted Vegetables With Pignoli Nuts from Lines+Angles...
Start your spring cleaning now and get ready for Whitehall’s annual Community Wide Garage Sale weekend - this year, June 5 and 6. 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 community-wide garage sale, slated for September 4-5. Mark your calendars! Do one or both sale dates! Do one or two days of each sale! Open and close at your own hours! Keep watching for more details in 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...
SUNDAY, MAY 17 06:51:16 Traffic Stop: Pipestone Rd 08:20:44 Traffic Stop: I-90 08:32:12 Traffic Stop: E Legion St 08:52:12 Fire-Structure: Cedar Crest Rd 09:11:04 Traffic Stop 09:34:42 Animal 10:15:59 Traffic Stop: Hwy 359 10:32:30 Traffic Stop: Hwy 359 10:47:36 Fraud: Rustler Rd 10:50:36 Traffic Stop: Hwy 359 12:50:20 Civil Standby: Felswald Rd 13:46:42 Traffic Stop: Lower Rader Creek 13:52:20 Citizen Assist 14:08:38 Animal: Hot Springs Rd 14:13:52 Traffic Stop: Hot Springs Rd 14:57:59 Traffic...
