Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
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The Roadless Rule, which the Trump administration wants to eliminate, has not been controversial for 24 years because it is grounded in common sense. Stirring up needless fights over public lands is more about smoke and mirrors than wise management. The Forest Service manages about 194 million acres. About 58 million acres of national forest are relatively undeveloped. These lands are remote, rocky, and rugged, defined by what they don't have-roads. They're mostly accessed by trail, except in...
Expectant moms and parents-to-be from Lewis and Clark, Broadwater, Jefferson, Meagher, and Powell Counties are encouraged to sign up for the Community Baby Shower, scheduled for Sunday, November 2, in Helena. Guests will receive special gifts for their newborns, based on donations and funding. “Not every expectant mother or family is lucky enough to have a baby shower. That’s where you come in. Help us give these families a happy head start on their new life together,” says Mary Sparks, Child and Family Health Supervisor at Lewis and Clark...
Don't miss the Convoy of Hope on Friday, October 3rd! Make your way to the Whitehall Town Hall at 10 AM to grab some free goodies! Items include Peak unsweetened tea, Gatorade, various Hostess products, NutraGrain bars, Mr. Beast Feastables chocolate bars, various cereals, various chips, paper plates, toilet paper, paper towels, and more. All members of the Jefferson Valley are welcome; there are no income requirements, and this event is free for all interested parties. Organizers ask the...
Bureau of Land Management officials rescinded Stage 2 fire restrictions on Sept. 18 and are now implementing Stage I fire restrictions on BLM-administered lands in Madison County. Under Stage 1 fire restrictions, the following activities are prohibited: • Building, maintaining, attending, or using a fire or campfire except within a developed recreation site. Visitors can also use portable cooking stoves or other devices that use liquified fuels and can be turned on and off. These devices can only be used in an area clear of flammable vegetation...
As summer winds down into autumn, the time arrives to appreciate milder days, crisp mountain air, and golden landscapes. Make the most of autumn with fall and harvest festivals guaranteed to delight the entire family. Take the time to celebrate the people of the Treasure State by supporting local vendors, businesses, and musicians, and most importantly, have fun. Fall festival season kicks off on October 3rd with the three-day, free, family-friendly Townsend Fall Festival, jam-packed with activities for all ages. With more than 10,000 festival...
September 1925. When reviewing the news from old Whitehall newspapers, what to include is much easier than what to leave out. While much of the local news focused on who was motoring where, visiting, or having dinner, there are plenty of other events that remind us of the good old days, which were both good and bad. Some of the news sounds a lot like what we are seeing today, and some would be nice to see today. The national news in the September editions of the Jefferson Valley News included...
The Whitehall Garden Club’s October meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 1st, in the Whitehall Ambulance Barn, located at the corner of North Whitehall Street and West Second Street. The public is welcome to join us beginning at 9:30 AM to socialize and enjoy refreshments provided by our hostesses, Kay Fisher and Janet Chapman. All are welcome to then sit in on our 10 AM educational program, “Fire Smart Landscaping,” presented by Lois Olsen, President of the Tri-County Fire Safe Working Group. Our regular business meeting will begin...
This Friday, September 26th, at the Whitehall Community Library, the QPR Workshop for suicide prevention will take place from 1 PM to 2:30 PM. If you haven't signed up yet but would like to attend, please call the library at 406-287-3763; we will be glad to add you to the list. A relative of a suicide once said to me that before their loved one took her life, all the signs were there, and if they had only known the signs and what to do, it could have resulted in a different outcome. This is a...
The "I Care A Ton" program, initiated by Lt. Governor Judy Martz and the Montana Farm Bureau made a splash in Whitehall on Saturday, September 16, when two truckloads of hay donated from local ranchers made their way to ranchers impacted by the Maudlow/Toston fire. WHS Creative Leader of the Week: LANCE BRIGGS. WHS senior Lance Briggs was nominated by band director Skyler Lashly, who says, "Lance has shown dedication and commitment to the band program at WHS. He plays the baritone sax in both...
The Jefferson Valley Community Foundation (JVCF) is pleased to announce that its grant cycle is now open. Grant applications are available at the Whitehall Community Library and also at JVCF’s website (www.jeffersonvalleycf.com). Qualified non-profit organizations planning to apply for financial assistance for worthwhile long-term projects that will provide ongoing community benefits should be aware that the final deadline is October 8. Applications are due by 5 PM at the Whitehall Community Library. PLEASE REMEMBER: • Non-profit making app...
Back in my dad’s day, heading out for a hunt meant grabbing a knife, a shell belt, a canteen, and maybe a sandwich or two stuffed in a coat pocket. Simple, light, and effective. These days? My back hurts before I’ve even left the trailhead—and I haven’t packed an ounce of meat yet. The truth is, what you really need in your pack depends on the situation, the season, and your personal preferences. It also depends on who you ask—some folks swear by minimalist setups, while others pack like they’re staying overnight (even if they’re not). I’ll adm...
Fall means many things: leaves changing color, cool breezes, and plenty of apples to pick. When an afternoon spent at the local orchard provides a bounty of apples, people can turn them into flavor-packed treats. This recipe for "Orange-Glazed Apple Tarts" from "Small Sweet Treats" (Gibbs Smith) by Zac Williams is a fall treat that blends apples (or pears) with the bright flavors of orange and cinnamon. INGREDIENTS (Serves 4) 1 package (17.3 oz) puff pastry sheets, thawed 1 egg beaten with 1...
NEVER FORGET: The Reed family and friends once again put on a beautiful display of patriotism on September 11th. For as long as most can remember, the family has adorned the overpass with flags on September 11th....
Whitehall High School is preparing for Homecoming week (September 22-25)! Break out your purple and gold and learn some cheers - show your Trojan Spirit! The schedule includes: MONDAY, 9/22: Red, White, and Blue dress-up day. TUESDAY, 9/23: Blue Collar dress-up day. WHS Trojan Volleyball vs Twin Bridges Falcons (4:30 PM, 5:45 PM, 7 PM). WEDNESDAY, 9/24: Red Carpet dress-up day. THURSDAY, 9/25: Trojan Spirit dress-up day. Parade time has yet to be announced; The bonfire by the old tennis court...
The Jefferson Valley Community Foundation (JVCF) is pleased to announce that its grant cycle is now open. Grant applications are available at the Whitehall Community Library and also at JVCF’s website (www.jeffersonvalleycf.com). Qualified non-profit organizations planning to apply for financial assistance for worthwhile long-term projects that will provide ongoing community benefits should be aware that the final deadline is October 8. Applications are due by 5 PM at the Whitehall Community Library. PLEASE REMEMBER: • Non-profit making app...
This Saturday is sure to become one of the most festive days of the year as the community gathers for Whitehall's brand-new Harvest Festival! From 2 PM until the music stops, downtown Whitehall will be buzzing with activities for all ages – turning Main Street Green, the Star Theatre, the Whitehall Community Center, and the Montana Western Legacy Center locations into the ultimate autumn celebration zones. MAIN STREET GREEN - Music, Food, Merch & Dancing: • Start the afternoon by judging the...
Whitehall’s Screams Come True (SCT) is now in its seventh season and will start building in the Whitehall Community Center on Sunday, September 21st. The 2025 event is guaranteed to be the largest yet, with new twists on all your scariest dreams coming true. Good with a screwgun? Hefty lifting your thing? We need you! Loading into the building sucks up our build time, so the quicker the load-in, the faster we can get to the fun stuff! If you are interested in building, decorating, or scaring, p...
Due to the horrific events of last week, I would like to remind the adults who come into the Whitehall Community Library that we have many children here who have very active ears. Please be aware of the little ones around you and think about what you are saying aloud in a building that has better acoustics than the Metropolitan Opera House. The staff works very hard to make the library a safe place for everyone, but especially our many young readers. The Jefferson Valley Community Foundation (JV...
The 2025 fall Whitehall Hunter Education will be held at Whitehall Baptist Church on September 23, 29, 30, and October 2, 3, and 4. In addition to the classroom portion, a field day will be included, with the date to be determined. The field day will involve live fire. Registration for the class is open online at the FWP website (https://bit.ly/46iye9j). Class size will be limited. Students must be at least 12 years of age to take the online course. Interested persons should begin the online registration process as soon as possible. For...
The Whitehall Town Council got some good news on the street paving project during the September 11 council meeting and immediately took advantage of the good news by adding nearly one-third more of the town's streets to the schedule for paving in the upcoming year. WHS Organizer of the Week: The Whitehall Ministerial Association. This Association is comprised of representatives from Trinity United Methodist Church, Jefferson Valley Baptist Church, St. Teresa's Parish, the Assembly of God...
From the depths of space, Dracula has devised his most dastardly plan yet; turning the residents of the small town of Marlow into his personal army of vampire zombies! A motley crew consisting of a grizzled detective, a skeptical rookie cop, a chain-smoking greaser, and a determined young woman band together to save the world from VAMPIRE ZOMBIES...FROM SPACE! An over-the-top comedy which satirizes and pays homage to drive-in, creature-feature horror films of the 1950s, Whitehall, Montana's...
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public comment on the following proposals and environmental assessments (EA). For more information, including how to submit comments, click on the link provided or visit fwp.mt.gov/public-notices. Jefferson River Ranch LLC Private Pond License Review Main Pond: A private landowner is applying for a Private Fish Pond License and proposes to stock rainbow trout in an unnamed private pond. The pond is a 10.5 surface-acre pond located about 650 yards east of the Jefferson River, north of Twin Bridges....
For older adults, fall is an important time to focus on health and wellness. According to Ryan Kocher, who leads Medicare growth for HealthSpring, the new brand for Health Care Service Corporation’s Medicare business, formerly owned by the Cigna Group, the following three tasks are essential for seniors to complete as cool weather sets in. GET A FLU SHOT: An influenza vaccine can help prevent serious illness due to flu. As immune defense diminishes with age, older adults are increasingly susceptible to flu complications. The Centers for Disease...
Various dietary guidelines, including the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, recommend incorporating seafood into a healthy diet. Many recommend that adults eat around eight ounces of seafood per week. There are plenty of delicious seafood options to choose from, and shrimp tops the list of many people's favorites. It's versatile in many dishes, as shrimp can be prepared in various ways, including boiling, baking, broiling, and frying, depending on the recipe. In this recipe for Thai Shrimp with...
WE FEW, WE HAPPY FEW, WE BAND OF BROTHERS: MSIP once again brought a stellar performance of Shakespeare, this time HENRY V, to Whitehall on Sunday, Sept. 7th....
