Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
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Whitehall resident and familiar face Francine Giono graduated in the 2025 summer session from the University of Montana with an Associate's in Applied Science: Paramedicine. The University of Montana has nearly 500 students who are degree candidates after the 2025 summer session. Official awarding of a degree and any official designation of graduation with honors or graduation with high honors is not made until students complete their final term of enrollment and meet all requirements....
The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission finalized wolf hunting and trapping regulations during a lengthy meeting on August 21st, where commissioners heard passionate comments from people around the country. The Commission debated several amendments to the 2025/2026 Furbearer and Wolf Hunting and Trapping Regulations proposal that FWP released in early July. Though the regulations cover all furbearer trapping and wolf hunting and trapping, the central focus of the discussion was crafting a new set of wolf regulations. For the 2025/2026 wolf...
This year’s back-to-school season is the first in 35 years that Montana has had an active measles case, likely generating questions and concerns for parents, teachers and community members. After the state reported its first measles case since 1990 in April, the University of Montana’s Public Health Training Center realized many health care providers and public health officials had never dealt with measles, said Tony Ward, the center’s executive director and UM professor. That’s why the center hosted a panel discussion and Q&A session Tuesday...
The Bureau of Land Management’s Butte Field Office is temporarily closing Ringing Rocks Road in Jefferson County to protect public safety while active construction occurs on the road. The road will be closed to all public access between Aug. 25 to Sept. 25, 2025, from milepost 1.48 to milepost 4.32. Contractors will realign two segments of the road to reduce its grade, while the other segments will get improved road surface, shoulders, and drainage. The road construction and associated closure are part of the BLM’s project to enhance saf...
Chicken wings are a staple offering at sports watch parties, picnics, happy hours, and much more. Buffalo-style wings are perhaps the most recognized version of this beloved finger food, but the opportunities are just about endless for experimenting with flavors. Take, for example, the sweet and sour appeal that is Honey-Garlic Chicken Wings, which pairs sweet honey with the tang of additional ingredients and the kick of garlic. People will be hard-pressed to say "when!" if a big batch of these...
Whitehall has a new town budget, new (lower) garbage collection rates, and will soon have a new townsman and - eventually - newly paved streets, as approved at the August 14 Whitehall Town Council meeting. The Council okayed an $826,000 budget to accomplish these goals. The Whitehall School Board officially approved the 2000-2001 school year budget, hired a new high school guidance counselor, and - again - hired a new head cook in action at the board meeting held on Monday, August 14. WHS...
It feels like fall has arrived when I must put in the Whitehall Community Library's notice of closing for Labor Day on Monday, September 1st. The library will be open the rest of the week for usual hours, so patrons may stock up on movies, books, and more for the long weekend. Between school starting and fall holidays, I almost feel like unpacking my fall clothes. Then I read the forecast for this week and decided that they would be a bit much for 96-degree heat! The History Book Club will meet...
War is, unfortunately, ubiquitous throughout human history. We never seem to tire of conquest, of hatred, of fear. Thus, it is not surprising that countless books, plays, and films focus on various military conflicts and the humans who are caught up within them. Shakespeare's Henry V, too, is a play about war. Sometimes King Henry is so inspiring that we might find ourselves wanting to join the battle, to be part of the "band of brothers" that wins glory and victory. At other times ,we might...
As we enter the homestretch of summer, Montana’s rivers tell a tale of two states. While most of Big Sky Country’s major waterways are flowing at normal to above-normal levels, a handful of key streams are significantly below their typical summer volume. Data from 49 U.S. Geological Survey monitoring stations across the state reveal a mixed hydrological picture as of early August. The standout performer is the Tongue River in eastern Montana, particularly at the dam fed by the Tongue River Reservoir, which has been at or slightly above his...
This summer, millions of Americans are hiking, camping, fishing, and making lifelong memories in our national parks, forests, and other public lands. But something troubling is taking place behind the beautiful views: The federal agencies that safeguard these places for us are being hollowed out. Staffing and budget cuts at the Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and U.S. Forest Service aren’t just numbers on a spreadsheet. They are empty ranger stations during peak season, trail crews that never a...
Chronic headaches and migraines are a widespread health issue in the United States, affecting more than 39 million people each year, including adults and children alike. These neurological conditions are among the most disabling and undertreated, impacting work, family, and social life for millions nationwide. These challenges don’t have to stop you from living your life to the fullest. Migraines and headaches have varied onsets, but recognizing their main causes can assist in understanding the frequency and timing of their occurrence. Common c...
Morning mealtime can be frenetic, as multiple people in a home get ready for work or school at the same time. Stocking the refrigerator with ready-to-go offerings that are healthy and delicious ensures that everyone can grab breakfast even if they're in a rush. This recipe for Crunchy Honey-Yogurt Breakfast Parfait, courtesy of the National Honey Board, seems like a dessert but actually can be enjoyed first thing in the morning. With nutrient-dense ingredients like whole fruits, honey, and...
August 1899. All the following come from the August 1899 issues of the Jefferson Valley Zephyr. Summer was shutting down; farmers in the valley were busy with crop harvest; children were enjoying their freedom from schoolwork until mid-September. Outside of our valley, plenty of events were making headlines in the Jefferson Valley Zephyr. YELLOW JACK RAGES: There are 30 cases of what is believed to be genuine yellow fever at the National Soldiers' Home, near Hampton, Virginia, and three deaths...
The Jefferson Valley is shrouded in smoke, but the immediate area has been fortunate thus far and has avoided the spread of any major wildfires. Whitehall's air quality is going from bad to worse. Rockin' the Rockies not only survived a nasty squall of thunderstorms on Friday afternoon and a haze of smoke from area wildfires during the weekend, but it trumped the weather and made the 2000 concert even bigger and better than the inaugural show in 1999. WHS Organizer of the Week: Jefferson Valley...
This Saturday, August 16th, the Whitehall Community Library will be hosting its annual Grant Writing Workshop from 10 AM to noon. The workshop is open to anyone and is free to the public. We will be looking at common mistakes in grant writing, where to go for new sources, filling out reports, and more. There will not be a Jefferson County Library Board meeting on August 21st, the regular meeting time. Instead, there will be Zoom meeting on August 25 at 6:30 PM; staff will be at the library to le...
This summer will mark the eighth year that the Boulder Outlaws 4-H Club has participated in the Jefferson County Fair. It started out with several rabbits and a couple of hogs. Now the club's entries threaten to overfill the fairground barns, with project displays on everything from steers to sewing. The ability to show at the Jefferson Fair (instead of hauling animals and kids down to Madison's County Fair in Twin Bridges) and rapid growth following the COVID-19 pandemic have enabled the club...
Noxious weeds often seem to consume one's time. Many fall asleep thinking about removing them, and many wake up with the burden of having to deal with them. If you have noxious weeds on your property and you would like to try biological weed control, you have most likely spoken to us, the Whitehall Biological Weed Control Project. We execute site visits to many local properties, we give insects to local landowners, and we make many calls to the public to assess their weed management needs. You...
According to local health officials, two bats in Lewis and Clark County have recently tested positive for rabies. “Bats are a normal part of our ecosystem and play an important role in mosquito control during the summer season,” says Laura Hendley, Lewis and Clark Public Health Environmental Health Specialist. “It is only if a person has direct contact with a bat that it is important to evaluate the situation for potential rabies exposure, and often to test the bat to be sure that it does not have rabies,” adds Hendley. Direct contact would i...
The Bozeman Symphonic Choir, the esteemed vocal arm of the Bozeman Symphony, is welcoming experienced singers of all voice types to audition for its 2025-26 season. This all-volunteer ensemble of more than 100 voices performs alongside the Bozeman Symphony in a variety of concerts each season. Choir members are expected to maintain a high level of musicianship and commit to weekly rehearsals on Mondays from 7 to 9 PM, with additional rehearsals scheduled before performances. “Being part of our choir requires dedication, but the rewards are i...
When a new school year is on the horizon, that means families once again must adjust to getting out of the house to the school bus or carpool on time. It is important to begin busy days with a breakfast that will facilitate learning, but parents know convenience is important as well. Parents may want to incorporate some new breakfast options into the mix, particularly ones that kids will enjoy. This tasty recipe for "Banana and Pecan Granola Bowl with Caramelized Bananas" from "Rainbow Bowls"...
CONGRATS NICKY E! Nicky was the winner of the beautiful herb garden raffled off during Frontier Days. Thank you to all who purchased tickets and/or donated money. The Whitehall Garden Club appreciates everyone's support!...
Born from aspirations to bring the timeless tales of William Shakespeare directly to rural and underserved communities, Montana Shakespeare in the Parks (MSIP) has been enriching the lives of people in Montana and beyond for 53 seasons. This summer, Montana Shakespeare in the Parks is pleased to announce that our summer parks tour performances of Shakespeare's Henry V and As You Like It will be coming to a community near you! This year, MSIP will present Henry V on the Main Street Green, n...
Blooms & Brushes - Art in the Gardens Tour in Ennis, MT, was a huge success in 2024 and is back in 2025. Brought to you by the Ennis Arts Association, this year's tour will take place on Saturday, August 16, from 10 AM to 3 PM. The tour includes five gardens, with an artist working on their craft and a PieceMakers of the Madison quilt at each garden. Gardens will be staffed with garden experts for garden-related questions as well. Also on the tour this year is the Historic Trinity Episcopal...
Whitehall's FFA Vet Science team traveled to the Montana State Fair in Great Falls on July 30th. They competed in the Veterinary Science Competition, earning First Place as a team! In the individual placings, Morgan Andren finished in First Place; Abby Pettersen, Second Place; Ashlyn Gray, 10th place; and Cristin Murphy, 11th place. A huge thanks to Francine Janik for all her time coaching their team and taking them to compete!...
