Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
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Dear Editor, Many thanks to our signature gatherers and Montanans statewide for our effort to collect signatures for I-194, the Montana ballot initiative to end corporate and dark money in Montana elections. We collected over 50,000 signatures that came from all of Montana's 56 counties. This immense effort was powered by all volunteer signature gatherers, some 500 in total! To qualify I-194 for November's ballot, we need 31,121 verified signatures statewide out of our collected 50,000, and we...
Dear Editor, Concerning The Montana Plan, I-194, when deciding whether or not to sign the plan's petition, I asked myself one simple question. Should corporations control the people of Montana, or should Montanans control corporations? I chose the latter because I'm fed up with all the twisted, disparaging misinformation paid for with tens of millions of dollars of corporate money in each election. I have a question for the Montana Chamber of Commerce, which is opposing I-194 and supporting...
The person keeping everyone updated is usually the last one people check on. This is the first time in the United Kingdom's history that they are looking for a new Prime Minister, James Bond, and Dr Who at the same time. Father’s Day should be nine months before Mother’s Day. As AI deepfakes get more realistic, physical camera film might become the ultimate luxury. It will be the only proof of reality. For every time you unexpectedly run into someone you know in a random place, there are probably just as many near-misses you’ll never know...
The June 3, 1926, edition of the Jefferson Valley News began the month with a variety of stories, some of which showed a dark side of humanity. The front page reviewed the details of the murder of Bob Neill by Ed Rollins. Rollins was known in this part of the county and had a record of trouble obeying the law. He finally made a confession to the murder after a week in county jail. A nationally known KKK leader, Reverend Smith, made an appearance in Whitehall, but without the traditional attire....
My family operates a working cow ranch in central Montana halfway between Roundup and Winnett. We’ve been ranching here since 1956 and in Musselshell County since 1978. We love what we do and are grateful for our neighbors, partners, and community, without whom we likely would not be here. Everything we do is the result of a complex, inescapable interdependence with everything and everyone around us. How communities (businesses, government, public institutions, churches, and non-profits) respond, interact, and adapt to their changing climate r...
Perhaps it is the country directness of the parishioners of Southwest Montana, but people tell me they feel welcome at our church. Perhaps it is the honesty and caring nature of our team. I appreciate how Pastor Ben Mandrell, author of the Together series, emphasizes Biblical principles to address loneliness within churches. Mandrell says, “We’re not strong when we walk alone.” The Christian life is healthier when we walk alongside other believers in family-like relationships. The honest truth is the choices we sometimes make bring on our o...
Overconfidence can ruin a good hike. When I surf through outdoor sites on social media, here's the essence of what I usually find: "This hike may be hot, long, and occasionally off trail, but it's rewarding, and route-finding really isn't that difficult." With advice like that assuring what seems a doable hike, it's probably not surprising that during 2025, Grand Canyon Search and Rescue responded to 848 hiker assists and 232 search and rescue incidents. What's more, 11 people died. In just the...
This article provides an overview of two unique plants, Dalmatian toadflax and yellow toadflax, both of which are noxious invasive species in Montana and a serious concern for the state and its residents. We will explore their appearance and how to identify each plant, how they arrived in the state, what is currently being done to control their spread, and what you can do to help. To begin, Dalmatian toadflax (Linaria dalmatica) is a 1–4-foot-tall plant with heart- shaped, blue-green, waxy l...
SUNDAY, JUNE 14 07:31:38 Traffic Stop: Hwy 55 10:22:44 911: Hwy 2 W 14:27:24 Traffic Offense: I-90 15:26:19 Agency Assist: I-90 16:40:35 Dog at Large: Yellowstone Trl 17:04:25 Reckless Driver: I-90 17:05:48 Citizen Contact: W Legion St 17:31:22 Welfare Check: Hwy 2 E 17:47:12 Wildlife 19:20:22 Fire/Smoke Report: Cottonwood Rd 22:42:08 Vehicle Accident (Non-Injury): Hwy 2 W 22:46:31 911: Hwy 2 W MONDAY, JUNE 15 00:24:09 Agency Assist: Rolu Rd 01:23:43 Citizen Contact: W Legion St 09:42:09 Agency...
ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, physical activity can boost your mood and clear your mind for some big decisions that are ahead this week. Tackle some larger projects. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Indulge in simple pleasures this week, Taurus. They will lead you to the happiness you deserve. You may discover a new favorite recipe or a cozy nook to hang out in. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Networking may feel less like a chore and more like a party this week, Gemini. A chance encounter could open a door to an excellent opportunity. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cance...
