Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
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Similar to how the ways we listen to music and watch movies have changed, cellular networks are evolving too. In fact, all major wireless providers plan to shutter their 3G cellular networks this year. 3G networks are the wireless equivalent of being on dial-up internet access years ago. Built in the early 2000s, 3G networks are slower, less efficient, and not equipped to support the way we use smartphones today. Americans increasingly depend on their ability to connect to the internet for just about everything and the latest generation of...
If there's one thing Wendy Turner knows, it's quilting. That's why she's excited to open Sew Unique Custom Quilting and Retreat just outside of Whitehall on Briggs Lane. Turner, who is the daughter of Wayne and Sherrie Turner, opened the custom-built space in September after closing her shop in Philipsburg due to rental increases. "It's good to be home," she said, smiling at her mother. Turner got her love of the art form from her mother and grandmother, quilting in 4H was she was around seven...
People are often nervous about locking in rates because they hear the Fed is going to raise rates so I thought I would take a minute to explain a part of the system. The Central Bank ("the Fed") is tasked with monetary policy and they have two main objectives: price stability and maximum employment. Their primary tool for doing this is setting the Federal Funds Rate. The Fed Funds Rate is the rate for overnight borrowing for banks. (Banks are required to keep a certain amount of reserves on...
Specializing in quality vintage clothing from the 1940s to the 1990s, M&M Vintage is a refreshing step back into time. The shop, owned and operated by Monique Morris, is located in the former Ropers building at 7 N Main Street. Morris, along with her husband Charlie, a general contractor, purchased the historic piece of Whitehall's history earlier this year and have been working to revamp all of the spaces into something fun and functional for Whitehall. Currently, only the M&M Vintage space is...
After two years of restrictions, summer road trips are top of mind for those looking to get out of town. With rising inflation showing no signs of braking, soaring automotive costs, including gas prices, repairs, rental cars, and auto insurance, are threatening to put a damper on summer fun. This is why many consumers are preparing their budgets now to find ways to save. In a recent Experian survey, 76% of Americans say they are actively looking for ways to significantly trim expenses from their monthly budget. The same survey found that a...
This is part of monthly 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, goetting@montana.edu. A person can create a testamentary trust with a written will says MarshaGoetting, MSU Extension family economics specialist. A testamentary trust is one that is set up according to the instructions contained in a person’s last will and testament. The owner’s property, such as sto...
Low-interest federal disaster loans are now available to Montana businesses and residents as a result of President Biden’s major disaster declaration, U.S. Small Business Administration’s Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman announced. The declaration covers Carbon, Park and Stillwater counties as a result of the severe storm and flooding that began on June 10, 2022. “SBA’s mission-driven team stands ready to help Montana’s small businesses and residents impacted by severe storm and flooding,” said Administrator Guzman. “We’re committed to pr...
Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) Director Adam Meier is encouraging child care providers to apply for Child Care Stabilization funds during the final application period July 1 – 31, 2022. The online application will go live on July 1 at childcare.mt.gov. DPHHS estimates there are about 350 child care providers still eligible to apply for this funding. “We encourage Montana eligible child care providers, who haven’t done so, to apply for stabilization funds in July,” Meier said. “Since this funding was first offered i...
Mountain View Real Estate, located at 206 West Second Street in Whitehall, has a new face in the office. Joe Chase will be in the office on Mondays, for now, to service all your real estate needs. "I'm excited to have Joe join Mountain View Real Estate and am really looking forward to having him in the office," said owner Karen Burtch. "Joe is a real go-getter and is hoping to expand the scope of his services to include larger ranches and properties." In 2011, Joe found the best place to raise...
The Montana Chamber of Commerce is the state’s largest business advocacy organization, representing small and large businesses from rural to urban communities. Improving Montana’s tax climate is part of our strategic plan, supported by the diversity of our membership. The Constitutional Initiative aimed at capping ONLY residential property taxes, also known as CI-121, shifts taxes onto main street businesses, natural resource industries, and other job-providing sectors. While Montana businesses are in favor of comprehensive reform, CI-121 is...
The Ruby Valley Medical Center has broadened the scope of its rehabilitation services to include Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy with the addition of Dorothy DeHart, MOT, and Lawrence Grall, MS/SLP-CCC. Occupational and speech therapy, in combination with our renowned physical therapy team, provides essential rehabilitation services for both our outpatients in the local community and our hospital's inpatient and transitional care patients. Rehabilitation is available close to home, or ju...
Whitehall residents may have noticed a new empty space on Legion Avenue in the past few weeks. In December Cottage Floral, owned by Deb Dulaney, vacated its location in Whitehall. However, Cottage Floral has not gone out of business; Dulaney is still taking orders and will make arrangements for pick up with her clients. "I want my customers to know I greatly appreciate all of your support," Dulaney said, adding that she may be reached during business hours at (406) 490-4430. Another business...
Kurt and Laurie Perry, new owners of the Cardwell General Store, cut the ribbon with all of their employees supporting them at their Grand Opening on Saturday, November 20th....
Big things are happening at the Cardwell General Store and Campground and new owners Laurie and Curt Perry want you to know all about them! "We took over ownership June 15 of this year, but at the Fall Festival we realized very few people knew that," Laurie Perry said with a smile. "We are excited to show customers all the changes we've made." Fate brought them to the Cardwell Store; while driving through the area, they decided they needed to get out of Bozeman and start a new life adventure....
The Montana District of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) today announced “non-COVID” loan data for fiscal year ended September 30, 2021, showing 323 Montana small businesses received over $186 million. Of these loans, 277 for $158,922,700 were made through SBA’s 7(a) Guaranty Loan Program which provides short- or long-term financing for small business start-up or expansion needs. 46 loans totaling $27,669,000 were made through SBA’s 504 Certified Development Company program, providing long term fixed rates financing for land, b...
Where have you seen Tom Harrington? The real question may be where haven't you seen him? He is behind the scenes of most Veterans and American Legion projects, front and center when it comes to committees and economic development projects, and off to the side watching as Whitehall grows under his and the Jefferson Local Development Corporation's tutelage. Born in Germany to a US military family, Tom spent much of his life traveling with his father's deployments internationally, as well as in...
A new investment platform has launched to empower Montana businesses to raise investment capital directly from the general public, helping entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses free from the control of traditional financial gatekeepers. Crowdfund Mainstreet and the Missoula-based Center for Community Ownership have collaborated to create Crowdfund Montana, an investment crowdfunding portal where Montana businesses and organizations can post offerings that anyone can invest in, regardless of their wealth or income levels. Investment...
The Jefferson Valley Community Foundation, JVCF, was honored last Thursday with an unsolicited $5000 grant from the Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation. JVCF is usually giving grants to non-profit organizations in our community and was surprised by this generous grant. JVCF board members met with Ross Lane, Vice President, Corporate Relations of Montana Rail Link where he presented the grant from the Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation. JVCF was recognized for the hard but rewarding...
As I write this article, wildfires have once again covered much of Montana in a thick layer of unhealthy smoke. There are 25 active fires burning 250,000 acres from Hardin to Troy. Even if you don’t see the flames, the smoke and poor visibility is hard to ignore. Yet, ignoring the issue and letting politics get in the way of action is exactly the problem in Washington, DC. Last year, fires across the west burned a record 10+ million acres and nearly 18,000 structures. The cost to taxpayers was in the billions and the loss of life and habitat t...
10 Root Salon has rooted itself into Whitehall as its newest salon! Casey Shaw purchased the business from Leslie Dyson, which was formerly Dalene's Salon. The business was renamed, the building's decor revamped, and opened as 406 Roots on the first of July. Dyson will remain at the 406 Roots location but has plans to retire. She is currently not taking any new clients. The decor in the salon, namely the photo on the wall in the picture at right, was what inspired the name of the business. "I...
Certified health coach, Bethel Wagner, is leading a 28-Day Metabolism & Energy Reset. The 28-Day Reset starts on July 29th. The main objective of the program is resetting healthy metabolism and increasing energy levels. It is gentle, effective, and perfect for anyone struggling with stubborn weight, low energy, anxiety or moodiness, blood sugar imbalances, and/or Hypothyroidism/Hashimoto's The 28-Day Reset will take place every Thursday at 1 p.m. July 29th - August 26th. Meetings will take place...
On Monday, May 10, 2021, member leaders of American Farm Bureau Federation, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, National Farmers Union, R-CALF USA, and the United States Cattlemen’s Association met in Phoenix, Arizona. These groups convened at the request of the Livestock Marketing Association to discuss challenges involved in the marketing of finished cattle with the ultimate goal of bringing about a more financially sustainable situation for cattle feeders and cow-calf producers. The group talked openly and candidly about a wide range of...
Are you a successful corporate executive with deep business knowledge? Or a social media maven who guided a corporate brand to big time success? Maybe, you’re a public speaker and trainer that can inspire small business owners to climb to new heights of success. Or a savvy entrepreneur who has launched successful startups? If so, then consider volunteering with SCORE, the nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors and help small businesses recover from the economic devastation wrought by the COVID-19 pandemic. “Your skill...
Small nonfarm businesses in eight Montana counties are now eligible to apply for low interest federal disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, announced Director Tanya N. Garfield of SBA’s Disaster Field Operations Center-West. These loans offset economic losses because of reduced revenues caused by drought in the following primary county that began May 4, 2021. Primary county: Garfield; Neighboring counties: Custer, McCone, Petroleum, Phillips, Prairie, Rosebud and Valley. “SBA eligibility covers both the economic imp...
Are you or someone you know struggling to catch up on your home energy bill from last winter? There might be help available. While it has been frustrating at times throughout COVID to work through the process of applying for help, Energy Share and Rocky Mountain Development Council (RMDC) in Helena want you to know there is help available, including one-on-one assistance when needed. Energy Share helps Montanans who are facing home energy emergencies. RMDC processes Energy Share applications and can help you apply. Common reasons people apply...
