Articles from the November 1, 2023 edition
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The Hall of Famers: Part I Jeanne McNulty King Inducted
Whitehall native Jeanne McNulty-King was recently inducted into the 2023 Grizzly Sports Hall of Fame. Here, in this two-part story, you'll get an inside look at the life of a Hall of Famer. It's a...
Thought Provokers: 11/1/2023
The number of people born in the same year as you is always decreasing. Going bald wouldn’t be nearly as bad if people lost their hair from the sides more than the top. A perfect human is almost a robot while a perfect robot is almost human. In...
Dear Editor: Your Vote Does Count
Dear Editor, Our country was built on the Constitution and Bill of Rights. It cannot survive the days when the government places itself above the people it governs. Our representatives that we elect are meant to be just that, OUR representatives. Not...
Dear Editor: Not Deterred
Dear Editor, I recently traveled out of state visiting family returning to find a sign I posted on my property destroyed. The sign, posted along the eastbound lane of I-90, stated "Embrace Democracy - Reject Trumpism." I salvaged a portion of the...
Op Ed: A Productive Legislative Session for Hunters and Landowners
Hunting season has arrived! As hunters flock to the hills in pursuit of Montana's treasured big game species, we want to take a moment to acknowledge the good work that was done in this spring's legislative session for hunters, landowners, and...
JVFA Announces Christmas Show Cancellation
Jefferson Valley Fine Arts (JVFA) will not be conducting a Christmas Festival exhibit this year, as in the past. Although we had great artist participation last Festival, there was very little foot traffic. The logistics of providing a one-day show...
JVCF Recognized with DAR Award
The Jefferson Valley Community Foundation of Whitehall was recognized with a Community Service award by the Oro Fino Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution at the chapter’s September 9, 2023 meeting in Helena. Board member Kristin...
Whitehall Chamber Corner: Whitehall Chamber Announces "It's Small Business Season!" - Time to Shop Local
Whitehall Chamber is excited to announce Small Business Season! New this year, the Chamber is launching a program to support small businesses. Beginning on November 1st through December 22nd the...
Chamber Thanks All Who Participated in Scarecrow Contest
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to M&M Vintage, The Western Legacy Center, and Whitehall Public Transportation for their enthusiastic participation in the recent scarecrow contest for...
Pool Shark Report: 10/19 and 10/26
OCTOBER 19, 2023 TEAMS K-Bar: 1 Mint: 2 Mint: 4 Two Bit: 1 TOP MEN Dwayne McCalihan, Tyler Blair, Kevin Lafond, Chuck Dirkson TOP WOMEN Deanna Wall, Leslie Dyson OCTOBER 26, 2023 TEAMS K-Bar: 1 Mint: 4 Mint: 2 K-Bar: 2 TOP MEN Brad Babb, Tyler...
Between the Stacks: 11/1/2023
With all of the holiday activities beginning to start, we are going to begin the Holocaust Project again in January. Thursday evenings are especially booked this time of year, and everyone agreed the subject was not conducive during the joy of the...
WindSync To Perform at Star Theatre November 11th
Whitehall non-profit Gold Junction Presents is excited to bring WindSync to the Star Theatre on November 11 at 7 PM. This is a free concert, though donations are appreciated. Versatile and vibrant,...
Ledger Looking Back 25 Years: 10/28/1998
OCTOBER 28, 1998 Improved communication between town employees and town elected officials, and a clearer delineation of duties and responsibilities were two of the suggestions for improved town...
Cardwell School Halloween Festival
SPOOKY SPECTACULAR: The Cardwell School hosted a fun evening Monday, October 30th filled with games, costumes, and a haunted house in their upstairs classroom....
James Ralph Staedt, 86
James "Jim" Ralph Staedt died peacefully at St. James Hospital in Butte, Montana on October 26, 2023, at the age of 86. Jim is survived by his daughter Deborah (James) Arnot and his son James D. Staedt, his brother Ronald (Kathy) Staedt, his... Full story
Tech Questions? Get the Answers: 11/1/2023
What is Tele-Education? Education is more accessible than ever, thanks to the wonders of tele-education. But what exactly is tele-education, and how can it benefit those with little technological...
MSU Extension Reminds Montanans About Medical Care Savings Accounts
Montanans can open a Medical Care Savings Account or make deposits into existing MSAs before Dec. 31 to reduce their state income taxes for 2023, according to Marsha Goetting, MSU Extension family economics specialist. MSA account holders may...
How Student Athletes Can Stay Safe and Avoid Injuries
Student-athletes are currently in the middle of their fall seasons and will be transitioning to winter sports very soon. St. James Sports Medicine would like to remind athletes and their parents how to stay safe and avoid injuries. For many athletes...
SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans Available to Montana Small Businesses
Small nonfarm businesses in 11 Montana counties are now eligible to apply for low‑interest federal disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, announced Director Jeffrey Lusk of SBA’s Disaster Field Operations Center-West. These...
Fiddlers at Mint November 5th
The Montana Old Time Fiddlers will present an Old Time Fiddle Performance at the Mint Bar in Whitehall, on Sunday, November 5, 2023 from 2 to 6 PM. The program is free and open to the public, and dancing is encouraged! Guitar, mandolin, and banjo...
RECIPE OF THE WEEK: Lemon Ginger Scones
Entertaining for the holidays frequently involves welcoming overnight guests. In these instances, having breakfast and brunch foods on hand can ensure that those spending the night will have something tasty to eat when they rise in the morning....
Jefferson County Sheriff's Report: Week of 10/22/2023
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22 01:05:45 911 Hang Up: Hwy 2 E 11:07:47 Medical: E Second St 11:46:42 Lost Property: Hay Canyon Rd 13:32:21 Medical: Yellowstone Trl 14:27:47 VIN Inspection: N Division St 15:49:23 Citizen Assist: Hwy 287 17:07:03 911 Misdial: W...
Connecting Point: Names Have Significance
For some, naming a child is a thoughtful task; for others, tradition plays a much larger role. As my wife and I were expecting the birth of our four children, we took time in the months leading up to that significant event to explore name options...
Horoscopes: Week of 11/1/2023
ARIES Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, beware of misinformation and make an effort to form your own educated opinion. Take everything with a grain of salt and verify the facts. TAURUS Apr 21/May 21 If someone is struggling right now, show some support or offer h...
