Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
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UPDATES ALL OVER: There have been so many renovations to the main streets of Whitehall, it’s hard to keep up! From the new coat of paint at the Whitehall Senior Center, the park bank sign working correctly for the first time in almost a decade, the beautiful new siding on the volunteer fire hall, crosswalks and radar signs on Legion, and the new lights over the Main Street Green - Whitehall is getting prettier every day!...
Experience the most powerful conservation film of the year. THE REAL YELLOWSTONE dives deep into the untold stories of rural families, wildlife conflict, and what's truly at stake for the American West. Whitehall's historic Star Theatre will host THE REAL YELLOWSTONE on Wednesday, August 13th at 7 PM. Stick around for a live panel discussion with award-winning filmmaker Tom Opre and others immediately following the screening. GENERAL ADMISSION $15. General admission tickets include one ticket to...
Non-profit organizations are advised that the Jefferson Valley Community Foundation’s grant writing workshop is on the horizon. Non-profit organizations in the Whitehall valley who are planning to apply to the foundation for monetary grants for worthwhile projects should certainly attend to ensure their grant application will be accepted for funding consideration. The workshop will be held at the Whitehall Community Library on August 16th, from 10 AM to noon. Even if a non-profit has submitted a grant application before, attendance at this w...
ALPACA YOU WITH ME! - The Alpaca Baby Affair at Heart & Soul Alpacas was full of fun and little babies to cuddle!...
The Bureau of Land Management's Butte Field Office will begin a series of improvements this week to enhance safety and public access at the popular Ringing Rocks recreation site in Jefferson County, Montana, on July 21. The project includes road upgrades, expanded parking, trail construction, and new signage, all designed to improve the visitor experience while protecting the area's unique natural features. The project improvements are expected to be completed within 60 days, by Sept. 19, 2025....
Kissing booboos is one of the most basic examples of the placebo effect at work. Superman must go to sleep every night hearing the cries of people begging for his help. There’s probably a lot of money that will never be spent in the USA simply because it is comprised of $2 bills that people save because they’re uncommon and interesting. The default position of the toilet seat could indicate whether it’s the wife or the husband who holds power inside the house. The Tour de France should have a second competition where they get electric pedal...
Dear Community and Editor, Whitehall Community - if you missed the BROTHERS GRIMM SPECTACULATHON you missed a great performance! This play was absolutely DELIGHTFUL!!! CONGRATULATIONS to everyone involved in the production! You made my night and rocked this production! Coming from the perspective of someone who was there for almost every rehearsal, and all the funny parts were no longer funny anymore, seeing it come altogether was fantastic! The actors were phenomenal -you would never have...
CONGRATS NICKY E! Nicky was the winner of the beautiful herb garden raffled off during Frontier Days. Thank you to all who purchased tickets and/or donated money. The Whitehall Garden Club appreciates everyone's support!...
Born from aspirations to bring the timeless tales of William Shakespeare directly to rural and underserved communities, Montana Shakespeare in the Parks (MSIP) has been enriching the lives of people in Montana and beyond for 53 seasons. This summer, Montana Shakespeare in the Parks is pleased to announce that our summer parks tour performances of Shakespeare's Henry V and As You Like It will be coming to a community near you! This year, MSIP will present Henry V on the Main Street Green, n...
Blooms & Brushes - Art in the Gardens Tour in Ennis, MT, was a huge success in 2024 and is back in 2025. Brought to you by the Ennis Arts Association, this year's tour will take place on Saturday, August 16, from 10 AM to 3 PM. The tour includes five gardens, with an artist working on their craft and a PieceMakers of the Madison quilt at each garden. Gardens will be staffed with garden experts for garden-related questions as well. Also on the tour this year is the Historic Trinity Episcopal...
Journey through Montana's captivating history as you engage with immersive exhibits, fascinating artifacts, and stories that bring the past to life. NEW DISPLAY From the Smoke Shop to the Slot Machine - A Slice of Roadside History. "Because of the general illiteracy of the populace, early store owners used descriptive emblems or figures to advertise their shop wares...American Indians and tobacco had always been associated because American Indians introduced tobacco to Europeans." - Holt's...
Whitehall's FFA Vet Science team traveled to the Montana State Fair in Great Falls on July 30th. They competed in the Veterinary Science Competition, earning First Place as a team! In the individual placings, Morgan Andren finished in First Place; Abby Pettersen, Second Place; Ashlyn Gray, 10th place; and Cristin Murphy, 11th place. A huge thanks to Francine Janik for all her time coaching their team and taking them to compete!...
Half of the Whitehall High School Class of 1950 attended a 50-year reunion in Whitehall during Frontier Days weekend on July 28-29-30, and all the attendees came from coast to coast. A total of thirteen members of the Class of 1950 attended. WHS Organizer of the Week: Jefferson Valley Presents (JVP). JVP has made a lot of progress in the last year toward the production of an outdoor theoretical historic presentation of the Lewis & Clark Expedition. JVP continues to fundraise and make plans for a...
August is such a great month to finish old projects and plan new things for the fall. There is much to do and not a lot of time before all of our fall programs at the Whitehall Community Library begin in September. My life got just a little easier when a good Samaritan gave the library three subscriptions to the Whitehall Ledger. As many of you know, we have a local vandal who was ripping the paper apart to take out articles. You may read the paper anytime, but we have moved it behind the desk...
This is one of a series of articles focusing on estate and legacy planning. Authors are Kaleena Miller, Madison-Jefferson County Extension Agent, kaleena.miller1@montana.edu, and Marsha Goetting, MSU Extension Family Economics Specialist, marsha.goetting@montana.edu. While Congress passed and the President signed into law new legislation early in July, the 900-page document presents challenges for sorting out what applies to most people. We are highlighting several of the provisions. Federal Estate Tax Exemption: The federal estate tax...
Montana is known for its short, sweet summers. Cooler weather and shorter days are coming soon. But before you tuck summer delights into your memories, celebrate another big community event, the 41st Annual Jefferson County Fair and Rodeo, August 21-24 at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds in Boulder. The fair and rodeo are the most fun for people who volunteer or participate in exhibits and competitions, and there are plenty of ways to participate. Events organized by the Fair Board include Friday’s kids’ parade, open to all kids, Fri...
The Pretty Little Flower There once was a beautiful flower a splendid, native flower the beautiful little flower made it’s home in a little meadow everyone loved this little flower until one terrible day when a weed came up to spoil her play the little flower tried to be nice even shared her little home and offered the weed to use her phone the weed wasn’t so nice he was filled with morbid delights the poor flower didn’t see it coming until the weeds were interwoven they had taken up her home and now she is forbodden This is the story of the l...
Travel back to the days of buckskins, black powder, and barter at the Lost Hawk Mountain Man Rendezvous, happening August 14–17 in Whitehall, Montana at the Whitehall Rodeo Grounds. This immersive event invites visitors to experience the rugged, adventurous spirit of the 1800s frontier life. Inspired by the historic mountain man gatherings of the early 19th century, the Lost Hawk Rendezvous brings together traders, trappers, artisans, and history enthusiasts to celebrate the legacy of the A...
Whitehall Indivisible's final presentation in July was by the irrepressible retired attorney, Betsy Brandborg, of the nonprofit Friends of the Third Branch (friendsofthethirdbranch.org). Betsy's energy was the impetus of the nonprofit group, and the experience she gained during her 26 years as the first General and Ethics Counsel at the State Bar of Montana informs her work today. With an entertaining, irreverent, and enlightening firehose of a presentation, Betsy tried to bring us up to speed...
The family of James "Jim" Quinlan would like to invite you to celebrate his life on August 16, 2025n at 1 PM. Services will be held at 214 South Elder Street in Boulder, Montana. A potluck reception will follow.... Full story
The Transparent Election Initiative, a Montana organization, released the public draft of a historic constitutional amendment that takes direct aim at Citizens United—and the corporate and dark money it unleashed into Montana’s politics. The amendment will be officially filed with the Montana Secretary of State’s office on Friday, August 1. The 1,000-word amendment takes an innovative new approach by using Montana’s corporate chartering authority to no longer grant its corporations and similar entities the power to use money to influence candid...
Through Zero to Five Montana’s Family Forward Initiative, in partnership with the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services Bright Futures Birth to Five program, a second round of grant funding is available for Montana employers to develop employer-sponsored child care solutions. Grants will range from $10,000 to $100,000, depending on the size and scope of the employer’s project plan. Interested employers can apply at familyforwardmt.org by 9 PM (MST) on Aug. 24, 2025. The Employer-Sponsored Child Care Grant Program launched in Ja...
The Montana Historical Society has been awarded a $50,000 grant from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana to launch a free field trip program for Montana students. The program is designed to bring students from every corner of Montana to the Montana Heritage Center and the State Capitol for immersive learning experiences about their state’s history and government. The grant, announced by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana on July 15 alongside other community investment recipients, represents a significant step toward the Society’s amb...
Transforming your living room into a home theater has never been easier, thanks to the wide range of streaming devices available today. Whether you're a movie buff, a sports fan, or just love binge-watching your favorite shows, a quality streaming device can deliver crisp visuals, smooth performance, and easy access to your favorite content. Here's a breakdown of some of the best streaming devices for your home theater in 2025: 1. ROKU ULTRA: The Roku Ultra continues to be a fan favorite for...
Opportunities for enjoying sunshine and fresh air abound in spring and summer. Who wants to be stuck indoors when the weather is pleasant? People engage in all sorts of activities while enjoying Mother Nature, including dining outside. When it comes to picnics or meals enjoyed at the beach or on park benches, portability reigns supreme. This makes sandwiches the ultimate go-to. Sandwich ingredients do not need to be limited to cold cuts or tuna salad. This recipe for a "Roasted Vegetable...
