Articles from the October 4, 2023 edition
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It's Homecoming Week at WHS
As we prepare for an exciting Homecoming Week, I want to take a moment to express my appreciation for each one of our teachers, parents, and community members whose support makes our school and...
FFA Chapter Reestablished at Whitehall High
Whitehall has reestablished an FFA Chapter, thanks to Jordayne Miller, Whitehall High School's new Ag teacher. The newly reformed chapter traveled to Sheridan on Tuesday, September 26 to compete in...
Dear Editor: Try That in a Small Town
Dear Editor, Try that in a small town? I did. My family was met with vitriol, resentment, and judgment because we weren't born in that small town. Try that in a small town? I did. I spent time in the sea of vitriol, resentment, and judgment only to...
Dear Editor: Organized Religion
Dear Editor, This letter is not in response to anyone. It IS, however, a bit of a diatribe! The main subject of this letter may engender a negative response among certain people in this town; but then, sometimes the pot just NEEDS to be stirred! Not...
Thought Provokers: 10/4/2023
Someone having a bunch of garbage in their car is a sign that they don’t litter. One person has had the smelliest fart any human has ever had, and never knew it. Some people hate tourists in their city, but then expect hospitality when being...
Barrick GSM Donates Emergency Kits to Whitehall Elementary
Barrick Golden Sunlight Mine donated emergency response bags for each classroom in the Whitehall Elementary. In the event the school would have to evacuate its classrooms or school grounds due to a...
Cardwell Community Church Apple Pie Contest October 20th
Earlier this spring the Cardwell Community Church sponsored a free community ice cream social - the event was a huge success with an attendance of over one hundred people! The goal was to have fun, eat some ice cream, say thanks to our community for...
Ledger Looking Back 25 Years: 9/30/1998
SEPTEMBER 30, 1998 The Parent-Teacher Hotline came to Whitehall, which meant parents and community members could dial up school information at any time with a simple local telephone call. The Whitehall Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA)...
Daycare Arrival
The new building that will soon be the Golden Sunlight Childcare Center was delivered to Main Street on Monday, October 4....
MSU Extension: Montana Common Law Marriage and Estate Planning
This article is one in a series focusing on estate and legacy planning. The authors are Kaleena Miller, Madison-Jefferson County Extension Agent, kaleena.miller1@montana.edu, and Marsha Goetting, MSU Extension Family Economics Specialist,...
Rams Squeeze past Trojans to Win 23-20 in Overtime
The Whitehall Trojan football team had a rough start on Friday, September 29 in Missoula, with the Loyola Rams scoring their first touchdown a few minutes into the game. The Trojan offense struggled...
Between the Stacks: 10/4/2023
Fall is here and with it come the fall holidays. Don’t forget to mark your calendar for October 9th, as the Library will be closed for Columbus/Indigenous People’s Day. I have one calendar that calls it one thing and another that calls it the oth...
Tech Questions? Get the Answers: 10/4/2023
Robots in Healthcare Robots are making their mark in a surprising place: healthcare. These mechanical marvels are changing the way we receive medical treatment, offering a helping hand to doctors and...
Weekly Breathwork + Gentle Movement Class
This unique property features two houses and a large 20'x40' metal storage building on 3.77 acres with phenomenal views! Located just outside of Whitehall! Builder/owner incorporated historic, recycled materials in the 2,722 sq. ft. main house with...
Whitehall Chamber Corner: 4 Ways Copycatting Can Help You Build a Following on Social Media
Building a following on your desired platform on social media requires a bit of luck but there are some things you can do to help that luck (and other users) find your profile. But sadly, those things probably don’t have a lot to do with your busin...
Dr. Daniel Nessim to Visit Cardwell Community Church October 14 & 15
Dr. Daniel Nessim will visit the Cardwell Community Church, located 8 miles South of Cardwell on Hwy 359, on October 14 and 15. Messiah in the Fall Festivals will begin at 5 PM on Saturday, October 14, and will be accompanied with soup and bread. On...
Jefferson County Fall Harvest Festival October 15
Come out for an evening of fun and support the Jefferson County Republicans at the 3rd annual Fall Harvest Festival at the Barn at Kleffner Ranch. This family-friendly event begins at 5 PM on Sunday, October 15th. Start the night off with a happy...
Fishing Closures During Spawning for Sections of Big Hole, Ruby, Beaverhead Rivers
Fishing will close starting Oct. 1 for sections of the Big Hole, Ruby and Beaverhead rivers to protect trout during spawning season. The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission adopted emergency fishing regulations in June in response to struggling...
FWP issues statement on Montana Stream Access Law
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has recently received questions on Montana’s Stream Access Law and how it is applied across the state. For landowners and recreationists alike, it’s important to know about the law and understand how it applies to...
COUSIN CLEAVON'S REDNECK COOKING: The Forbidden Powdered Sugar
This is the month where weird things happen. You know, the bump in the night, or that thing you see out of the corner of your eye. I have learned that after you shoot whatever it was, 65% of the time it makes a good dinner. The other 45% we don't...
Just Ask Georgia: 10/4/2023
Georgia, I have a question, How do vegetarians feel about being made of meat? They look delicious - do they know how tasty they are? Hungry Dear Hungry, Well, Hungry, I’m worried about why you are asking this question. Yes, we are all made of...
Jefferson County Sheriff's Report: Week of 9/24/2023
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 10:52:02 Suicide Threats: E Legion St 13:40:27 Reckless Driver: Kountz Rd 14:45:53 Reckless Driver: I-90 19:48:15 Domestic Violence: Delmoe Lake Rd 23:25:49 Traffic Stop: W Legion St MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 06:24:18 Welfare Check: E...
CONNECTING POINT: Big Surprise
Do you like surprises? I do but only if they are “good” ones. LOL. Honestly, I’ve become a more organized person and generally, I function by a schedule even though last-minute changes come up. Those “monkey wrenches” can throw us by...
Horoscopes: Week of 10/4/2023
ARIES Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, a project you thought would be done quickly is taking more time than expected to be completed. Don’t fret over it too much, as things will work out in the end. TAURUS Apr 21/May 21 There are just a few obstacles that you...