Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
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Knowing what has happened in the past, especially 100 or more years ago, has a number of benefits. You have a much better understanding of how much some things have changed, how some things are just repeating again, and whether or not there is really anything to be concerned about now. Take the weather, for instance. In April 1926, temperatures were warm, and moisture was scarce. The first week of the month was cool, averaging a high of 33 degrees and only .14 inches of precipitation. The next...
Start your spring cleaning now and get ready for Whitehall’s annual Community Wide Garage Sale weekend - this year, June 5 and 6. Registration for the Community Wide Garage Sale MAP is available as of April 1st at the Whitehall Ledger and must be returned to the Ledger, with the $5 map registration fee, by May 25, 2026. Maps will be available the week of sale at Montana Western Legacy Center, Thriftway SuperStop, M&M Vintage, the Whitehall Ledger, and the Whitehall Mini Mall. Ready for this? Whitehall will also be hosting a fall c...
A great thing about attending the Montana Library Association (MLA) Conference is coming home with tons of ideas I want to put into practice right away at the Whitehall Community Library! One of them is a library of things, including our brand-new telescope. Each library received a new telescope to check out to patrons just in time for summer. Libraries lend out fishing rods, cooking pots, bicycles, and anything you can think of that patrons may need but don't use all the time or cannot afford....
A communications company in Virginia is reportedly proposing to build a radio tower on private land west of Whitehall in the Pipestone area, and Pipestone residents do not like the idea. Their Jefferson County Enhanced 911 Advisory Committee has concluded work on a countywide enhanced 911 plan with compromise language for Whitehall emergency dispatching. But the final implementation of the plan isn't expected for about another year. WHS Creative Leader of the Week: JILL HANSON. Senior Jill Hanso...
Join Whitehall/Cardwell based non-profit We Are HER (Healed, Empowered, Restored) for a transformative 5-day healing experience nestled in the serene mountains of Montana. Designed for 8 survivors of abuse, assault, or stalking, this retreat focuses on empowering survivors through trauma recovery education and fostering connections within a supportive community. We talk about resilience like it means bouncing back. Like it's about pushing through, staying strong, and not letting things get to...
As momentum builds for A Night for Tomorrow, the Jefferson Valley Community Foundation is excited to remind community members of this event’s continued support for the community and community nonprofits. The dinner and auction is the JVCF’s fundraiser and supports our community endowment and scholarship fund. Proceeds and other donations from the JVCF Endowment Fund have paid over $275,000 in grants to 65 local non-profits. Also, the group will be awarding a $1,000 scholarship to a local graduating senior for training in the trades, funded by...
The Whitehall Garden Club is again offering a $1000 scholarship to any Montana High School or homeschool graduate attending a Montana accredited institution of higher learning and/or a student already studying a major in Horticulture, Agriculture, Plant Science or Forestry. Applications are due May 5, 2026. For more information and application materials, interested parties may call 406-287-3017 or email evelyn.edmisten@yahoo.com. Information and application materials may also be found on the State and Federal Garden Club on www.mtfgc.org or...
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT), in partnership with Hoffman’s R&M Services, is beginning the Whitehall Sidewalks project this spring to improve pedestrian safety and accessibility in Whitehall. This project will add new ADA-compliant sidewalks in key areas of town, helping connect residential neighborhoods to schools, the Community Center, the Recreation Complex, the Jefferson Valley Museum, and Jefferson Fresh Foods. Work will occur in four locations across Whitehall: • Along Yellowstone Trail, on the north side, between the...
Beginning April 15, nonresident and resident trapping licenses will be available to purchase at a Fish, Wildlife & Parks office, a License Ambassador location or online at ols.fwp.mt.gov. Trapping licenses are sold separately from other licenses, such as base hunting licenses and conservation licenses. If you’ve already purchased a base hunting license, it does not include a trapping license. Bobcats are the only furbearer that may be hunted in Montana. Those who purchase a resident trapping license do not need to purchase a bobcat hunting l...
In memory of Dan Volz, the Volz family wants to share their tradition of cookie day. Make, enjoy, and share cookies on Dan's birthday, April 23 - which is Local Cookie Day. It has been three and a half years since Dan passed away; his family remembers him on this day by making cookies and invites you to join them in making your own to enjoy and share. Many people in Whitehall received Dan's cookies over the years. He enjoyed experimenting with recipes until each was mastered. Baking cookies was...
The Whitehall FFA chapter recently showcased its talent and dedication at the state level, with multiple teams competing across a wide range of Career Development Events (CDEs). Teams representing Whitehall included Meat Evaluation, Agricultural Mechanics and Technology Systems, Horse Evaluation, Floriculture, Veterinary Science, Extemporaneous Speaking, and Junior Creed Speaking. Among the standout performances, the Floriculture team earned an impressive Second High Team distinction at the...
The Whitehall School Board convened for its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 7th, where end-of-the-year activities, test scores, summer maintenance projects, and upcoming budget shortfalls were discussed. Whitehall Elementary Principal Kurtis Koenig reported that the elementary had been selected as a “lighthouse” site for the Science of Reading, as the school drew attention from nationally recognized literacy expert Pati Montgomery. Montgomery plans to visit classrooms and collaborate with staff in the near future as part of her loo...
For the first time in recent memory, the Cardwell School has a contested trustee election, with current board member Justin Carey running against Asheli Racicot. Take a few moments to get acquainted with Carey (JC) and Racicot (AR), especially if you are eligible to vote for the Cardwell School Board Trustee seat. Please introduce yourself and state why you are interested in serving on the Cardwell School board: JC: I’m Justin Carey, and I’m a rancher from the Boulder Valley. I attended Cardwell K-8 and have served two terms on the board, whi...
The students from the Youth Leadership Program (YLP) at Southwest Montana Youth Partners are excited to reach out to share an opportunity for collaboration! The YLP is a six-month journey in which participants invest 36 hours in developing leadership skills through community engagement. The goal is to empower ourselves and inspire positive change in the community. Participants have learned valuable lessons in teamwork, communication, and creative problem-solving, and are now eager to put their...
While most holidays celebrate something that has already happened and is worth remembering, Arbor Day represents a hope for the future. The simple act of planting a tree reflects a belief that it will grow to provide us with clean air and water, cooling shade, wildlife habitat, healthier communities, and endless natural beauty – all for a better tomorrow. The Whitehall Garden Club will celebrate Arbor Day with the annual Arbor Day Celebration on Friday, April 24, in Whitehall's Community Center...
The opening of the Anne Frank exhibit at the Whitehall Community Library on Monday, April 6th, was amazing! The library wants to thank Rabbi Chaim Bruk and Willem Volkersz for coming to share with a packed room of patrons! Willem is the artist who made the suitcases honoring the 183 children who died in the Holocaust from his school in Amsterdam. It was the perfect start for the exhibit. We have hosted so many wonderful middle and high school students over the past week. They have shown so much...
An ambitious 2001 paving project would pave east-side streets and chip and seal fresh-paved streets from 2000 to 2001. The cost is estimated at about $150,000. WHS Creative Leader of the Week: JENELLE HANSON. A "great attitude and good work ethic" in choir has earned freshman Jenelle Hanson honors this week. As choir director Sandi Mabbott says, "Jenneel has been willing to do extra things to help the choir, such as accompany us on the flute. She is a great asset to our choir." Jenelle is the...
Join Whitehall/Cardwell based non-profit We Are HER (Healed, Empowered, Restored) for a transformative 5-day healing experience nestled in the serene mountains of Montana. Designed for 8 survivors of abuse, assault, or stalking, this retreat focuses on empowering survivors through trauma recovery education and fostering connections within a supportive community. We talk about resilience like it means bouncing back. Like it's about pushing through, staying strong, and not letting things get to...
The Whitehall Senior Center will have elections for the following positions on MAY 22, 2026: PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT SECRETARY TREASURER CORRESPONDENT Any current member who would like to be on the ballot, please come to the Whitehall Senior Center to get registered....
As momentum builds for A Night for Tomorrow, the Jefferson Valley Community Foundation is excited to remind community members of this event’s continued support for the community and community nonprofits. The dinner and auction is the JVCF’s fundraiser and supports our community endowment and scholarship fund. Proceeds and other donations from the JVCF Endowment Fund have paid over $275,000 in grants to 65 local non-profits. Also, the group will be awarding a $1,000 scholarship to a local graduating senior for training in the trades, funded by...
Whitehall non-profit Angel Wings Foundation will host a suicide awareness and prevention walk on Sunday, May 3, 2026. The walk, which will take participants all around Whitehall, will both help raise awareness and funds for Angel Wings Foundation. Registration forms are available at angelwingsmontana.org and at the Montana Western Legacy Center, Numb3rs Accounting, and Mountain View Real Estate. Registration is $10; each registrant will receive an Angel Wings bracelet at walk check-in....
The Whitehall Garden Club is again offering a $1000 scholarship to any Montana High School or homeschool graduate attending a Montana accredited institution of higher learning and/or a student already studying a major in Horticulture, Agriculture, Plant Science or Forestry. Applications are due May 5, 2026. For more information and application materials, interested parties may call 406-287-3017 or email evelyn.edmisten@yahoo.com. Information and application materials may also be found on the State and Federal Garden Club on www.mtfgc.org or...
In late March, Montana became one of nearly two dozen states aiming to limit the foods low-income families can purchase with SNAP, the federal food assistance program. Like other states, Montana is proposing that SNAP benefits be used for “healthy, nutritious food instead of soft drinks, junk food, and candy.” State leaders, including the administration of Gov. Greg Gianforte, say the restrictions will promote healthy eating and improve health outcomes. But implementing the changes — and trying to avoid unintended consequences — may be easier...
The Star Self Defense Club was born out of a need to empower and educate those who need it most. If you have ever been in a scary situation and wanted to be braver next time, we are for you. If you have felt threatened simply because of your identity, we are for you. If you don’t seek trouble but are willing to fight to keep yourself, your loved ones, and your community safe, we are for you. Joining us, you’ll learn tried-and-tested skills for escaping common street attacks, such as grabs, headlocks, hair pulls, and the like. You’ll learn...
At the April 9th meeting of the Community Transition Advisory Committee (CTAC), a range of community organizations and public entities covered topics including Whitehall Sustainability funding opportunities through Barrick’s Golden Sunlight Mine (GSM), community programming, and upcoming events. Jim Loomis of Barrick Golden Sunlight reported on recent operations, including over 1,200 days without lost-time incidents. Loomis also discussed the current projects presented to the CTAC board for the Whitehall Sustainability funds provided by GSM. I...
