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Dear Editor, I don't know Donald Trump personally, so I can't say whether I love or hate him. I am definitely NOT a Trumper, for what it's worth. Did I approve of his first stint as President? Does it really matter? Do I believe, as some have implied, that he is America's Messiah? It depends on what one means by Messiah or how they think he will save America. What would that salvation look like? What makes America great? Will we ever see peace in the Middle East? For that matter, what WOULD peac...
Dear Editor, I receive my paper my mail, so it takes me a week to get it. I just read Chiara Schober's letter in the November 13, 2024, issue today, November 22nd. I 1000% agree with her! In looking for the simplest explanation online to refute these rumors, I found an article written by Catherine Beyer in 2018 that says it best. "The truth is that Halloween is associated with Satanism only in certain circumstances and in very recent times. Historically, Halloween has nothing to do with...
In the United States, a national day of giving thanks for what we have is followed by a national day of buying new things to replace what we have. One of the most exciting feelings in the world as a kid was finding a Chuck-e-Cheese token left in the coin return hole. It’s amazing how often we ask questions that we don’t want the real answers to. Your friends will tell you the “Truth” even if it hurts your feelings because they’re concerned for your well-being. This doesn’t necessarily mean their “Truth” is factually or morally correct. Double...
Montana has weighed in on the national, state, and local elections. The most important election results reflect concerns raised by our residents right here in Montana. We look forward to supporting the Governor’s recent “Path to Security and Prosperity” by focusing on economic development, creating more good-paying jobs, and improving family success and prosperity. We are committed to increasing student outcomes through enhanced educational options and greater funding transparency. The statistics show that more school funding does not neces...
Shame on us. In our political discourse, we throw the “isms” around willy-nilly without really discussing – or understanding -- what they actually mean. Liberalism, socialism, Marxism, fascism, conservatism, libertarianism… At election time, we employ these labels to blast or boast about a given candidate. But words have meaning beyond being political hand grenades. Fundamental philosophies of government pace the course of human history and cast the die of our destiny, for good or evil. We fight over government policies and practices, and that...
NOVEMBER 24, 1999: Whitehall officially received recognition as a "certified city" under the Montana Certified Community Program, and the Whitehall Chamber of Commerce has the plaque to prove it. The Certified Community Project has been around for a decade and rewards communities and counties for local economic development efforts. With the recognition under the program comes the potential to obtain state grants and other funding to help with Chamber activities and economic development...
I hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend! The Whitehall Community Library will be closed on Thursday, November 28th, and Friday, November 29th, for the holiday. We will be open all other days at regular hours. We have a huge book order coming in this week and next, so look for lots of new adult fiction, children's, and young adult books. The staff has been processing new DVDs in time for the holiday vacations as well, so check the new movie section. December is coming, and the...
Upcoming PUBLIC HEARINGS & ORDINANCES REVISIONS to address town concerns at Dec/Jan Council Meeting: • Ordinance 2024-5 RV/Camper living • Ordinance 2024-6 Vehicle living Recently $5000 was granted from WTIFF funds for the Barrick Learning Center at Whitehall Public School to enhance the preschool yard. WTIFF funding applications are available at Town Hall; these funds help bring up property value in our community....
Donald R Hampa passed peacefully on November 4, 2024, in Butte. Donald was born on November 23, 1936, to Louise and Ralph Hampa in Whitehall, Montana, where he grew up and graduated from high school. In high school, Donald worked at the Lewis and Clark Caverns alongside his Uncle Mel during the summers, enjoying every minute. At 17, he was asked to try out for a baseball farm team in Seattle, but life got in the way, and he did not go. He played 3rd base and outfield positions. Then, at 18, he... Full story
William “Bill” Hans Anderson passed away on November 2nd, 2024, at the age of 87, due to complications from dementia, diabetes and pneumonia. Born on May 5, 1937, in Dillon, Montana, to Hans Anderson and Marie Mikkelsen Anderson, he was one of five siblings: Fred, Alice “Sally,” Phyllis, and JoAnn. Bill’s father, Hans Anderson, migrated to America from Denmark around 19, and Bill was a proud member of the Danish Brotherhood organization. He grew up on the family ranch in Waterloo, Montana,... Full story
It can be easy to get caught up in the busyness of the holidays, only to end up feeling stressed out, overwhelmed, and disconnected. But what if you could navigate the holidays feeling centered, calm, and joyful? To that end, Sage Wellness Center is hosting "Awakening Joy - A Transformational Workshop on Gratitude and Abundance Through the Holidays." This morning of journaling, yoga, breathwork, and guided meditation will help you connect to the energy of gratitude, abundance, and joy so you...
On the beautiful morning of her passing, at the age of 86, her magnolia tree bloomed a second time, birthing six new blooms. On August 6, 2024, Barbara "Bobbie" Kuipers' spirit was set free to join her Heavenly Father and her adoring husband, Albert Kuipers. Barbara was born on March 16, 1938, in Whitehall, MT, to Ralph Huckaba and Violet Stacy Huckaba. Raised in Montana, she completed her Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education with minors in English and Music at Western Montana College of E... Full story
It’s time to vote for your favorite Whitehall Ledger Photo of the Year! Vote now! Visit the Ledger’s Facebook photo album entitled 2024 Photos of the Week (https://bit.ly/4hGpQFp) and start voting! Likes will be tallied and a winner will be announced in the first paper of 2025! Head over to our Facebook page and like your favorite photo. The photo with the most likes by December 31, 2024, will be crowned the winner!...
As the weather has gotten colder and more families turn to space heaters, woodburning stoves, and fireplaces to keep warm, the Montana Red Cross is reminding families to take some important steps to stay safe from home fires. Since Oct. 1, the Red Cross has responded to 32 home fires in Montana and helped 116 people meet their most immediate needs like food, shelter, clothing, and emotional support. “It’s not unusual to see an increase in home fires this time of year – especially home heating fires -- but there are things you can do,” said Sc...
While the holidays can be a time of celebration, joy, and connection, they can also bring emotional struggle and loneliness for some. From financial worries to social gatherings, the holiday season and its increased demands can take a toll on our mental health. If you are among those feeling stress or sadness, it’s important to remember you are not alone. In a survey by the American Psychological Association, 38% of people surveyed said their stress increased during the holiday season, and the N...
WEEK OF 11/21/2024 TEAM Mint #1: 12 wins, 5 losses Two Bit #2: 11 wins, 6 losses Mint #2: 10 wins, 7 losses Mint #4: 9 wins, 8 losses MEN 4 wins, 0 losses: Tyler Blair, Rick Kelley, Michael Clark, Mike Wall 3 wins, 1 loss: Kenton Keener, Terry Spenser, Dwayne McClanahan, Jay VonBergen, JB Engler, Ken Breining, Colt Smith WOMEN 2 wins, 2 losses: Deanna Wall, Mystee Jackson...
This year is quickly wrapping up, and the Ledger would like to share some upcoming deadlines and office closures with everyone. CHRISTMAS STROLL SPECIAL SECTION: The Christmas Stroll is being run by the Montana Western Legacy Center this year and will be held on Saturday, December 7th. The Christmas Stroll special section will run in the December 4th edition of the Ledger. DEADLINE for ADVERTISING: 11/27/2024 WHITEHALL PHONE BOOK: The Ledger is working on the 2025-2026 phone book and hopes to release it in January. If you would like an ad in...
The Whitehall Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to Coffee and Conversations on the first Tuesday of each month from 8 AM to 10 am at the Whitehall Senior Center starting Tuesday, December 3rd. Stop by for free coffee provided by the Whitehall Senior Center (3 N. Division St.), enjoy pastries available for purchase from Pati's Bake Shop, and connect with Chamber Executive Director Chiara Schober. This informal meet-up is a great way to share ideas, ask questions, and engage in meaningful...
The Whitehall Ledger is a proud shipper of UPS and accepts UPS drop-offs - but only if the label is a complete label. Unfortunately, UPS drivers cannot pick up QR codes, and QR-coded packages must be returned to a UPS STORE. Amazon and UPS Stores have a contractual agreement; they are not the same as UPS drop points or shippers. What to do? If your return is via Amazon, it's a simple process. Return to your Amazon account, find the item you are returning, and cancel the return. Restart the...
Even though one in five Americans is estimated to suffer from mental health illness, talk about mental health in the rural West remains muted. I’d like to talk about it this Thanksgiving because I’m grateful I got the help I needed after a long-fought problem: I’m bipolar, and I’m being treated for it. I didn’t start out bipolar. I was 24 when my behavior took a dive. At first, I chalked it up to my job in New York, where I was buying and selling stocks all day. I became manic and anxious, prone to l periods of depression laced with sleepless...
TIS THE SEASON! The Advent wreath workshop at St. Teresa's was a holly jolly fun time! Beautiful wreaths were created, the cookie exchange was full of delicious choices and we are all wishing you a very MERRY CHRISTMAS!...
Montana’s Alcoholic Beverage Control Division (ABCD) is a member of the National Alcohol Beverage Control Association (NABCA) and has received an alcohol education award from this organization. NABCA’s mission is to support member jurisdictions in their efforts to protect public health and safety and ensure responsible and efficient systems for beverage alcohol distribution and sales. ABCD will again award five, one-time, $2,000 scholarships to Montana high school seniors graduating in 2025 who write a short paragraph of 250 words maximum (ex...
Governor Greg Gianforte reminded Montana school superintendents of the upcoming December 1 deadline to apply for funds to boost starting teacher pay. “As a son and father of teachers, I’ve seen firsthand the dedication these professionals have for helping students reach their full, outstanding potential,” Gov. Gianforte said. “In Montana, we must continue to do more to increase starting teacher pay and the TEACH Act helps school districts do just that. I encourage all Montana superintendents to apply for this incentive to help boost pay for...
The Montana Western Legacy Center is bursting with holiday cheer! ITEM OF THE WEEK: Visionary Art Work Canvas Bags CUSTOMER FAVORITE: Warmies - come check them out! STAFF PICK: Copernicus Toys' Rootbeer Chemistry Kit! BOOK OF THE MONTH: Where the Wild Onions Grew by Michele Pierce Franich DISPLAY YOUR BRAND: For $100, your brand can be displayed at the WLC on a handcrafted cattle or horse silhouette! MTWLC UPCOMING EVENTS WHITEHALL CHRISTMAS STROLL: Saturday, December 7th, 9 AM-5PM, Western...
NorthWestern Energy will join Utilities United Against Scams (UUAS) this week to support International Fraud Awareness Week and to recognize the ninth annual Utility Scam Awareness Day on Wednesday, Nov. 20. Utility Scam Awareness Day is an advocacy and awareness campaign focused on educating customers and exposing scammer tactics. For years, scammers have posed as utility workers and attempted to steal financial information or obtain immediate payment from customers by threatening service interruptions. This is known as a utility impostor scam...
