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Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
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DIRECTIONS: Sprinkle the yeast and sugar over the warm water in the bowl of a stand mixer. Whisk to combine, then let sit until bubbles form on the surface, about 5 minutes. Add the flour, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and salt, and mix with the dough hook on low speed until the dough comes together, about 2 minutes. Scrape the bottoms and sides of the bowl. Increase the speed to medium-low until everything is well incorporated and the dough is sticky, for 2 to 3 more minutes. Drizzle the top of th...
Joe Davis is a fourth‐generation Whitehall/Cardwell resident, born August 23, 1947, to Hershel and Mary (Kissock) Davis. He grew up on the Davis Ranch on Route 2, later known as Tebay Lane. Joe graduated from Cardwell School in 1961 and from Whitehall High School in 1965. After high school, he had to wait until his 18th birthday to begin his first construction job. He worked on the Interstate 90 project from Homestake to Whitehall, earning $4.35 an hour. In 1966, while still working on I-90, he joined the Operators Union and ran the auger i...
Can you believe we only have two more weeks of Summer Reading/Feeding left at the Whitehall Community Library (110 W First St - Whitehall)? We still have plenty of great programs, including Planet Making next week on Wednesday at 10:30 AM. Wear old clothes as we will be using nail polish to design our planets, and I don't want anyone's best clothes to get a little dab on them. Then, on July 30th at 10:30 AM, will be our end-of-summer reading party. It is always a great time of snacks, prizes, an...
Six Whitehall non-profit organizations or groups have submitted applications for grant funding through the Jefferson County Metal Mines Grant program, and final decisions on grant funds could be made as early as August 2001. WHITEHALL ATHLETES OF THE WEEK: Members of the WHS Rodeo Club. Nine members of the WHS Rodeo Club competed at the June 21-24 MHSRA state finals in Sidney, and many of them have placed in individual events. Will Glaus, Jill Hanson, Chase Holt, and Cotton Holt all placed;...
A healthy school year starts before the first day of class. The American Medical Association (AMA) is sharing six tips to help families prepare children for a healthy return to the classroom. 1. Pack nutritious food: When packing your child’s lunch and snacks, include a variety of healthy foods, such as fruits, vegetables, lean or plant-based proteins and whole grains. As much as possible, try to avoid highly processed food products, such as processed meats and sugar-sweetened drinks such as soda and juice. To help you make the healthiest c...
As a packed summer sports calendar gets underway, many fans are rethinking what it means to watch the big game. From international soccer tournaments and tennis championships to baseball, golf, and other live events, summer has become a season built around shared viewing experiences. With ticket prices, travel costs, and stadium expenses continuing to rise, more people are choosing to recreate the atmosphere of live sports at home. To help fans bring that big-game energy home, AWOL Vision is sharing recommendations for turning living rooms,...
Summer in Montana is something many of us look forward to all year. It means more time outside with our families, more biking, swimming, hiking, camping, and travel, and more opportunities to enjoy the places that make our communities special. But as a trauma physician, I also know summer brings a predictable rise in preventable injuries, especially among children. Every year, emergency departments see families whose summer plans changed in an instant because of a crash, fall, drowning, heat-related illness or other injury that may have been...
The American Red Cross is declaring a national emergency blood shortage as blood supplies around the country fell nearly 25% in June. Blood donors are urgently needed to help ensure patients receive lifesaving medical care without delay. The shortage is especially serious for types O positive and B negative blood. Nationwide, a steep decline in blood donations since the end of May has created a growing gap between supply and patient need. On top of that, busy schedules and the seasonal loss of school blood drives are driving the decline which c...
Hoot-owl restrictions went into effect on Saturday, July 11, at 2 PM on the following rivers: North-central Montana: Sun River – from the Highway 287 bridge to the mouth of Muddy Creek. Southwest Montana: Lower Madison River – From Warm Springs Fishing Access Site to the confluence with the Jefferson River. Madison River above Hebgen Reservoir – From the upstream-most Yellowstone National Park boundary to Hebgen Reservoir. Lower Beaverhead River – From Highway 41 near East Bench Road and Beaverhead Rock to its confluence with the Big Hole Ri...
Tickets for the 5th Annual Garden Tour are on sale now! Presented by The Beaverhead Food Pantry, The Resource Assistance Center, and Action Inc., just $5 gets you in to see three Native Plant Gardens, and two more Traditional Gardens. The event is on Saturday, July 25, 2026 from 10 AM to 2 PM, and tickets can be purchased at Womacks and Patagonia in Dillon. The day of the tour, tickets may be purchased at the Depot/Museum, outside at 15 S Montana St. Zack and Terri Medina of Lambros Real Estate in Dillon have generously offered to meet up to...
INGREDIENTS (Makes 4 servings) 1/2 cup dark soy sauce 1 Tablespoon fresh ginger root (peeled & minced) 3 cloves garlic (minced) 1 Tablespoon chili paste 2 lbs. chicken wings (tips removed, wings separated into drumettes/flats) 1/2 cup honey 2 teaspoons hoisin sauce 2 Tablespoons sesame seeds, lightly toasted 1 scallion (sliced) DIRECTIONS: 1. Preheat a gas or charcoal grill to a moderate heat, about 375 F. 2. Stir together the soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and chili paste in a large mixing bowl....
Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park is hosting a Weekend of Western Music featuring two nights of live entertainment from local musicians. On Friday, July 10th, enjoy tunes from talented local musicians Ron Jung and Donna Weldon of Whitehall, along with Emily and Anna Grinder of Manhattan. Their program will offer a delightful potpourri of musical favorites, including selections inspired by John Denver, traditional guitar flat-picking, Western music, and beloved folk songs. Audience members can also enjoy performances on the dobro and ukulele,...
Thank you to all who purchased raffle tickets, supporting the fireworks, for one of these great prizes: red/white/blue flower pots from Garden Dr., and paintings by Samara Doran and Dana Brunet (The Star Spangled Banner lyrics and Our Service Members). Congrats to winners Jerry Penn and Bridgette Raybold (flower pots), and Mitch Tamietti (paintings)....
In 1900, our country was just one year shy of its 125th anniversary. Independence Day celebrations were often grand affairs with plenty of patriotic music, speeches, and a sea of U.S. flags waving in a Montana breeze. However, there was also the dirty little business of politics, not much different from the themes we hear today. Page 2 of the July 7, 1900, edition of the Jefferson Valley Zephyr did not hold back anything from the editorial about the "sordid, selfish, unsympathetic, snakey cold...
It is lovely to have all the cool weather we have been having. Summer hasn't seemed like summer this year, but it is coming. If you are without air conditioning and the weather is hot, please feel free to come to the Whitehall Community Library (110 W First St., Whitehall) to cool off. You can pick up a lunch for your children, read books or magazines, participate in a program, or just sit on the couches and enjoy the cool air. It will get hot in the coming months, and we want everyone to know...
After three years of preparation for the "Journey of Discovery," the play finally premiered on June 29, 2001. The history of the Lewis and Clark Expedition was presented in this historical presentation, and it mostly focused on interactions between the Corps and Native Americans from St. Louis to the Rocky Mountains. WHITEHALL ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Brian Carey. Brian Carey won the bareback bronc competition at seven high school rodeos in 2001 and took third place in the state, qualifying him for...
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is announcing and inviting public comment on a proposal to resurface about 3.5 miles of Interstate 90 (I-90) west of Cardwell. The project begins at the Montana Highway 69 (MT 69) overpass bridges and extends east to the bridges that cross the Boulder River. Proposed work includes replacing culverts, pulverizing the existing surface, applying a new overlay, and finishing with a seal and cover (chip seal), upgraded pavement markings, signage, and guardrail. Pulverizing is the process of using a...
A cherished yellow pie plate can ignite more family conflict than a house or bank account. That’s the central message of a Montana State University Extension MontGuide that encourages families to plan ahead to pass along personal belongings of sentimental value. The publication, titled “Who Gets Grandma’s Yellow Pie Plate? Transferring Non-Titled Property,” highlights how everyday items such as photographs, quilts, collections, and heirlooms can carry deep emotional meaning and often lead to disagreements if decisions are not made in advance...
Integrated Weed Management (IWM) is a weed management strategy that uses multiple control tactics. That is a long-term, holistic approach that combines methods to minimize economic, health, and environmental risks while preventing weeds from developing resistance or adapting to a single control mechanism. Think of this as a "toolbox" of noxious weed-fighting strategies that you can pick and choose from for the unique circumstances of your property. Here are many of the weed management strategies that are part of our IWM toolbox: 1) noxious...
Fire season, during which millions of acres burn across the country each summer, is an annual obstacle for anyone aspiring to enjoy a long and healthy life immersed in the outdoors. As of early July, wildfire season hasn’t picked up in Montana yet. But as summer progresses and forests and grasslands burn, the state’s air quality will deteriorate. Carrie Nyssen, an air quality expert with the American Lung Association, told Montana Free Press that wildfire smoke contains toxic compounds, including carbon monoxide and carcinogens such as ben...
I’ve been asked that question twice recently, in very different contexts. The first time was after I described a hike I’d just taken in Oregon’s Siskiyou Mountains. The trail was narrow and rocky, picking its way across a steep mountainside. It was hot, the footing was tricky, and I’m 73 years old with a gimpy knee. Exhilarating but hard. The second time was after I mentioned a political demonstration I’d just attended — one of many. But both times, I answered that question about what keeps me going with no hesitation: wildflowers. That mounta...
Country cooking means different things to different people. For many, it is the comfort foods they grew up with. From fried chicken to mac and cheese to meatloaf, there are plenty of dishes that fall under the country cooking umbrella. But a pot of chicken and dumplings may be one of the most popular and recognizable country cooking staples. Chicken and dumplings are flavorful, feed a crowd, and appeal to everyone from adults to children. This recipe for "Quick Chicken and Dumplins" from "Lord...
July in southwest Montana is a peak summer month with long sunny days and cool evenings. An ideal month to spent time outdoors – hiking, exploring, rafting or floating the rivers, world class fly fishing. It’s a month full of small-town parades, rodeos, 4 th of July celebrations and cultural festivals. So much to do within the space of one month. Whitehall outdoor recreation choices are plentiful. Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park, Montana’s first state park, offers massive limestone underground cave formations with two guided walking tours...
The Whitehall Community Library is in the second month of Summer Reading and Feeding, and things are going great! We are feeding 160 patrons, and summer reading sign-ups are nearly 250! On July 8th at 10:30 AM, we will be making slime to take home. It is wonderful to play with all summer and keeps well in a plastic container (such as a butter dish). Even though the 21st Century group is not meeting again until July 13th, everyone is invited to all our programs. Summer is a terrific time to join...
Opening the Whitehall Community Pool this year will cost just over $20,000 in materials and labor. A pool board member said that a 1,700-pound skid steer with backhoe, bucket, and hydraulic jackhammer is needed to break up the concrete around the pool to access the pipes. The goal will be to have the pool open and operational later in July of 2001. JEFFERSON VALLEY PRESENTS PERFORMER OF THE WEEK: David Lemon. Ennis resident David Lemon, a well-known sculptor of western art, portrays...
