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The Pretty Little Flower There once was a beautiful flower a splendid, native flower the beautiful little flower made it’s home in a little meadow everyone loved this little flower until one terrible day when a weed came up to spoil her play the little flower tried to be nice even shared her little home and offered the weed to use her phone the weed wasn’t so nice he was filled with morbid delights the poor flower didn’t see it coming until the weeds were interwoven they had taken up her home and now she is forbodden This is the story of the l...
Travel back to the days of buckskins, black powder, and barter at the Lost Hawk Mountain Man Rendezvous, happening August 14–17 in Whitehall, Montana at the Whitehall Rodeo Grounds. This immersive event invites visitors to experience the rugged, adventurous spirit of the 1800s frontier life. Inspired by the historic mountain man gatherings of the early 19th century, the Lost Hawk Rendezvous brings together traders, trappers, artisans, and history enthusiasts to celebrate the legacy of the A...
Through Zero to Five Montana’s Family Forward Initiative, in partnership with the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services Bright Futures Birth to Five program, a second round of grant funding is available for Montana employers to develop employer-sponsored child care solutions. Grants will range from $10,000 to $100,000, depending on the size and scope of the employer’s project plan. Interested employers can apply at familyforwardmt.org by 9 PM (MST) on Aug. 24, 2025. The Employer-Sponsored Child Care Grant Program launched in Ja...
The Montana Historical Society has been awarded a $50,000 grant from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana to launch a free field trip program for Montana students. The program is designed to bring students from every corner of Montana to the Montana Heritage Center and the State Capitol for immersive learning experiences about their state’s history and government. The grant, announced by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana on July 15 alongside other community investment recipients, represents a significant step toward the Society’s amb...
Opportunities for enjoying sunshine and fresh air abound in spring and summer. Who wants to be stuck indoors when the weather is pleasant? People engage in all sorts of activities while enjoying Mother Nature, including dining outside. When it comes to picnics or meals enjoyed at the beach or on park benches, portability reigns supreme. This makes sandwiches the ultimate go-to. Sandwich ingredients do not need to be limited to cold cuts or tuna salad. This recipe for a "Roasted Vegetable...
Montana is not unfamiliar with the common invasive species known as whitetop (Lepidium drabae), also commonly referred to as hoary cress. This noxious weed is prevalent throughout most of the western United States and has become a significant nuisance for local landowners. You may've read our previous article from earlier this summer, which described this weed. If you did, I would like to provide you with a few updates on recent news and discoveries. If you didn't have a chance to read our...
AUGUST 1st - DILLON: The Bozeman Symphony invites the community to a free ensemble performance in Dillon on Friday, Aug. 1, just before the 6 PM showing of As You Like It by Montana Shakespeare in the Parks. Enjoy a beautiful summer evening of music and theater as flutists Sue Makeever and Megan Makeever perform a duet beginning at 4:45 PM at Legacy Plaza on the University of Montana Western campus. Presented in partnership with Montana Shakespeare in the Parks, this concert is part of a statewide series of free summer performances featuring...
Potatoes are often the unsung heroes of meals. They work at any time of the day and with most meals. Hash browns accompany eggs at breakfast, French fries are ideal with sandwiches come lunchtime, and there’s no limit to potatoes at dinner. They can be the star of the show with potato gnocchi or baked potato soup, or serve as mashed or baked complements to roasts and more. Steak and potatoes have long been a popular pairing that wins rave reviews around the table. This recipe for “Steak wit...
Night Ranger will be motorin' to Rockin' the Rockies; the concert site is in much better shape than last year, promoters said. The Rockin' the Rockies concert announced two additions this week, one to the band lineup and one of a more culinary nature. WHS Organizer of the Week: Whitehall Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber is active on many fronts, but the crown jewel of the Chamber's events is Frontier Days. Chamber board members and Chamber volunteers have been working for nearly a year,...
Last week at theWhitehall Community Library's Wednesday summer reading program, I asked everyone what they wanted the theme to be for next year. The answer was unanimously SPACE. So, next summer we will be alien-making, star-charting, constellation storytelling, and more. Our mascot will be traveling the universe in search of adventure and exploring all things space-related. Meanwhile, in this universe, we will be finishing summer Reading & Feeding this week. The last free lunches of the summer...
July 1925. We know that history can repeat itself. Let's hope that some events from July 1925 do not. It was a joyous month with Independence Day celebrations and patriotic activities, and it had its terror-filled moments. The first front page of July focused on earthquakes. A 6.9 quake hit near Townsend on June 27th, destroyed schools and other buildings in Gallatin County, and toppled chimneys in Whitehall. On June 29th, Santa Barbara, California, was struck by a 6.3 quake that caused...
FRONTIER DAYS FUN: (above and top right) The Whitehall Rotary Club was excited on Wednesday, July 23rd, to welcome back the trout into the Whitehall Fish Pond. The pond will be able to house the fish until the water treatment facility goes online and begins chlorinating water in October. LEDGER PHOTOS (Bottom right) The Rotary Club brought out treats on their Free Kids Swim at the Whitehall Community Pool on Thursday, July 24th. Photo courtesy WHITEHALL ROTARY CLUB...
Whitehall Events is thrilled to announce the winners of the 2025 Barrick Golden Sunlight Mine Parade: “Back to Our Roots!” • Best Use of Theme: Grand Marshal • Most Interactive: Whitehall Swimming Pool • Kid Favorite: Whitehall Medical Clinic • Favorite Animal Entry: Two Bit Saloon • Best Performance: Community Pep Band • People’s Choice: Lewis and Clark Caverns A special thank you to Whitehall Drug and Mountain View Real Estate for sponsoring the parade-winning gifts! Your support helps make our community events even more special. A huge t...
Whitehall must be going to the dogs! The Missouri Headwaters Gun Dog Club is holding an AKC hunt test near Whitehall on July 29-30. Up to 100 hunting dogs from multiple states are expected to participate in the event. It's Frontier Days NRA rodeo time. This year, Frontier Days will feature a carnival, complete with rides such as Octopus, Rounder, Bounce, Tempest, Jolly Frog, and the Clatterpillar. WHS Organizer of the Week: Whitehall Ambulance Board. The Whitehall Ambulance Board has been in exi...
It was sure nice to have a little cooler weather this weekend. It made me think of fall, which is approaching too fast! This week will be the Whitehall Community Library's last Fun in the Tub event on Thursday, July 24th, at 6 PM. The final STEM Camp for the summer will also take place on Thursday at 2 PM. STEM Camp will begin again in the fall as part of our regular schedule. This Friday, July 25th, at 1 PM, the summer Teen History Book Club will meet. Any young person aged 12 and older is welc...
Ice cream and hot days are a perfect match. Ice cream can be served in many different ways - from sundaes to cakes to sandwiches. Ice cream sandwiches are comprised of a favorite ice cream flavor nestled between wafer-type cakes or cookies. They're available pre-made in a grocer's freezer, but they're easily made at home with a few ingredients, such as a favorite cookie and homemade ice cream. "Vanilla Ice Cream Infused With Rose Geranium Leaves" from "Simple Soirées" (Stewart, Tabori & Chang) b...
As Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks develops a new statewide Mule Deer Management Plan, several public workshops around the state provided key insight to what hunters are thinking, what things they’d like the plan to include and opinions on key concepts for the plan. “In parts of the state, especially eastern Montana, there’s a lot of concern over mule deer,” said FWP Director Christy Clark. “We recognize our great state’s wildlife are the public’s resources, and we need to manage them for present and future generations.” These workshops weren...
Bright pink blooms might seem non-threatening, until that is all you see. As spring comes and goes and flowers reach their maximum potential, a sea of pink and purple flowers might begin to consume your land. Their prevalence, their persistence, and their undying dedication leave many in dismay. Learning and understanding the enemy is half the battle, however. Russian knapweed (Rhaponticum repens) is an invasive perennial with blue-green, lobed basal rosettes that emerge in the spring. The...
July 1899. Some of the front-page news could be from today. The Brazos Valley in Texas was devastated by a massive flood. Hundreds were rescued, and hundreds died. The early estimate was as many as 300 deaths, with the loss of livestock, crops, and other farm losses estimated between $7,000,000 and $15,000,000. The other loss was also in the millions. In today's dollars, the farm loss would be between $271,000,000 and $581,000,000. Near Anaconda, a massive forest fire was destroying valuable...
The Whitehall Town Council voted on July 10, 2000, to settle a salary dispute between the Town and Francine Stevison. During their monthly meeting, they also heard an update on the paving project and voted to begin another dredging of the town's sewage treatment lagoons. WHS Organizer of the Week: The Whitehall Saddle Club (WSC). The WSC helps manage the rodeo grounds and rodeo arena, and schedules two major summer events. The Whitehall Saddle Club, composed of about 13 area families, sponsors...
It has definitely been an adventure this summer with all of the road construction right out the front doors of the Whitehall Community Library. I was admiring how beautiful it looked when everything was blocked off again to chip seal the highway. You can still get here, as hundreds of readers proved last week, just come in by the post office if First Street is blocked off. The highway workers are trying to make sure no one gets hurt; they aren't here to inconvenience anyone. My admiration for...
With deep sorrow and profound respect, the Kelso community and the broader Washington education family mourn the loss of Dr. Gay V. Selby, a legendary educator, barrier-breaking leader, and relentless advocate for students and public education. Dr. Selby passed away peacefully from cardiac arrest on July 7, 2025, at PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center in Longview. She was 83. Across a remarkable 50-year career, Dr. Selby transformed the landscape of education in Washington state, dedicating her...
Bannack State Park’s signature event, Bannack Days, is scheduled for the third weekend in July, with many traditional activities, displays, and re-enactments celebrating Montana’s first territorial capital. Bannack Days will be Saturday, July 19, from 9 AM to 5 PM, and Sunday, July 20, from 9 AM to 4:30 PM. Admission is $5 for individuals ages six and older, or $20 per family. Admission is free for children age five and younger. Tickets can be purchased with cash at the park entrance or online at montanastateparks.reserveamerica.com. Make sur...
When the temperatures rise, so does the strain on your heart. Hot weather doesn’t just make you uncomfortable—it can be especially dangerous for those with heart conditions or high blood pressure. Even healthy hearts can struggle when your body is working overtime to stay cool. Here are six tips to help you stay safe and protect your heart during the heat of summer: 1. Stay Hydrated—Even Before You Feel Thirsty: Your heart has to work harder when you’re dehydrated. Water helps your blood circulate more easily and allows your body to sweat a...
A summer barbecue or picnic wouldn't be the same without the perfect dessert. While a slice of pie with ice cream on top is a fan favorite, a fruit tart can be a welcome change, especially when it's bursting with juicy, delicious berries. This recipe for "Blackberry Streusel Tart" from "Classic Stars Desserts" (Chronicle Books) by Emily Luchetti is full of blackberries that are soft and juicy. Select varieties of blackberries, such as olallieberries and marionberries, which are not too tart nor...
