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Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
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In my most recent column, I shared a few accounts from my personal and professional life that I consider "Stories Worth Telling" – narratives that provide insight into my views and values on preventing illness and promoting community health. Today, I'd like to share one more – the story of a rural Montana boy who grew up to become the world-class scientist and great public health champion Maurice Hilleman. Still largely unknown, Hilleman was born and raised on a farm in Custer County. He was dri...
To breathless media coverage, a company called Colossal Biosciences now claims to have produced three genetically engineered pups of the long-extinct dire wolf. Scientific criticism followed fast. The company’s press release claimed the pups to be “the world’s first de-extinct animals … brought back from extinction using genetic edits derived from a complete dire wolf genome, meticulously reconstructed by Colossal from ancient DNA.” Experts in paleogenetics pointed out that only 14 genes, with 20 differences between living gray wolves an...
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks staff, in cooperation with Montana State University, have begun the second year of tagging trout in the Big Hole, Beaverhead, Ruby, and Madison rivers. This effort is part of ongoing research aimed at understanding trout declines and fish health concerns in rivers in the upper Missouri River Basin. When anglers report these tags, it helps researchers better understand how environmental conditions and other factors contribute to the population recruitment, survival, and mortality of trout. “This is a great c...
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 is flavorful, feeds a crowd and appeals to everyone from adults to children. This recipe for Quick Chicken and Dumplings from Lord...
SUNDAY, APRIL 20 00:08:18 911: N Whitehall St 01:46:50 Trespass: N Whitehall St 08:40:49 Traffic Offense: N Whitehall St 13:21:20 Traffic Stop: I-90 14:44:07 Medical: W First St 16:42:01 Civil: Jackrabbit Ln 17:12:24 Traffic Offense 20:45:45 Citizen Assist: N Whitehall St 23:18:57 Traffic Stop: Sheep Camp Rd MONDAY, APRIL 21 07:04:33 Reckless Driver: I-90 08:53:34 Traffic Offense: I-90 11:04:29 Public Works/Utilities: N Whitehall St 11:47:34 VIN Inspection: Curlew Ln 12:09:56 Medical: N Stanley...
1 YEARS AGO - APRIL 1925: It is April 1925. Many changes were taking place globally, in the U.S., and even here in Whitehall. In Western Australia, voters turned down a proposal to ban the sale of beer and liquor by a large margin, 65% no and 35% in favor. An F3 tornado did extensive damage in Dade County, Florida. Imperial Airways added an "in-flight movie" on its flight from London to Paris. The British Colonial Office announced a joint plan with the Australian government to encourage at...
Whitehall Town Council and the mayor will search for up to $50,000 from existing budgets to beef up the paving project. The Whitehall Street paving project will begin as early as June 9, and the Whitehall Town Council will soon finalize a plan and a budget that outlines which town streets will be paved or resealed. WHS Creative Leader of the Week: Travis Henningsen. His portrayal of Willy Blossom in the spring play Approaching Zanzibar has earned him Creative Leader of the Week. Travis, a...
This is a week for book clubs at the Whitehall Community Library. The Mystery Book Club met on Tuesday, the Teen History Book Club meets on Friday, April 25 at 1 PM, and the History Book Club meets on Monday, April 28th at 5 PM. I have had a request to start a Christian Book Club, an after-hours book club, and a middle school book club. If you are interested in any of these, please let me know so I can determine if there are enough people to start one or all of them. We have great discussions...
Ongoing measles outbreaks across the country have many families, pediatricians and public health experts concerned. Most of the people who have gotten sick, including a child who died in Texas, were not vaccinated against measles. The best way to protect your family is by choosing to have your child immunized against measles. The MMR vaccine—which protects against measles, mumps and rubella—is the only way to prevent measles. Vitamin A, cod liver oil and other alternatives have been discussed as ways to lessen the severity of measles. How...
The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) and the Gallatin City-County Health Department (GCCHD) are reporting Montana’s first cases of measles since 1990. The GCCHD is investigating five confirmed cases of measles. The individuals are children and adults who were exposed to measles while traveling outside of Montana. The cases reside in Gallatin County and are currently isolated at home. All five individuals are unvaccinated, or vaccine status is unknown. The GCCHD continues to assess any potential exposures while the i...
An estimated 5,000 people in the United States are living with Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (EGPA), a rare form of vasculitis that causes inflammation or swelling in the small and medium blood vessels. While it can cause damage to organs throughout the body, it most often affects the lungs. The American Lung Association’s new EGPA Educational Campaign, provided with support from AstraZeneca and GlaxoSmithKline, strives to educate people living with EGPA, and their families and caregivers about this serious, but treatable diseas...
A series of free, public meetings will be held in Montana communities in April and May to discuss the Wild and Domestic Sheep Comingling Project. The initiative studies the risks of contact between bighorn sheep and domestic sheep and goats and explores tools to maintain effective separation between species to mitigate or prevent disease-related issues. The meetings will be hosted by Montana State University Extension in collaboration with biologists from Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks. “Our meetings embrace a participatory, transparent r...
Breakfast has long been touted as the most important meal of the day. After individuals spend several hours sleeping, breakfast refuels their bodies and prepares them to tackle the day ahead. People on the go may not have much time to enjoy breakfast, so they may grab something quick that is not always so healthy. But a filling, hot breakfast provides enough sustenance and nutrients to last until lunch. Such is the case with Green Chile Breakfast Burritos from Taste of Home Healthy Cooking...
APRIL 12, 2000: Two grass fires, both apparently human caused, scorched land east and west of Whitehall on Tuesday, April 4th and 5th, 2000; although the flames burned approximately 220 acres, no homes were lost in the fires. On Saturday, April 8 the Whitehall Senior Citizens Transportation committee held a fundraising spaghetti dinner which was a great success. Prestige Assisted Living from Butte sent a busload of residents to join them. Through all those generous people and businesses who...
It is always great fun to have the Montana State University student teachers visit the Whitehall Community Library. Seeing all of the enthusiasm and excitement they have for learning is a real inspiration for the future. Libraries and schools are a natural partnership, and we enjoy doing many things with our local schools. We have many types of learning in the greater Whitehall area, including public, private, religious, and homeschools. The styles are different, but the students are all discove...
It is always great fun to have the Montana State University student teachers visit the Whitehall Community Library. Seeing all of the enthusiasm and excitement they have for learning is a real inspiration for the future. Libraries and schools are a natural partnership, and we enjoy doing many things with our local schools. We have many types of learning in the greater Whitehall area, including public, private, religious, and homeschools. The styles are different, but the students are all discove...
I'd never heard of "net metering" until my electric bill hit $600 last February. Desperate for a way to reduce utility costs that skyrocket in the winterbecause we use electric heaters, I started getting quotes for rooftop solar power. That's when I learned about a state law that requires Colorado utilities to credit homeowners who send power back to the grid at the same rate they would pay to buy power from the power company. This "net metering" policy made adding solar to my home a good...
The aroma of barbecue is hard to resist, and the flavor is even better. Barbecue is an art form; that enticing aroma and undeniable flavor is truly a labor of love. But even novices can try their hands at barbecue and have delicious results. For those who want to craft their barbecue concoctions, this recipe for Barbecue Spare Ribs from Lines+Angles is easily followed, and the finished product is undeniably flavorful. INGREDIENTS: 2 Tablespoons paprika 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 Tablespoons...
The Whitehall Garden Club (WGC) is offering a scholarship in the amount of $1,000. The scholarship will be awarded to any Whitehall, Montana High School of Home School Graduating Senior. Students pursuing a corresponding course on the internet through an accredited institution will be considered. Adults who are working on degrees through an accredited institution will also be considered. The criteria for adults will be the same and must be high school graduates. The WGC wishes to award the scholarship to a student who has been accepted to an...
This in-person workshop is designed with survivors in mind, offering a welcoming space to explore healing through movement, journaling, and creative expression — at your own pace and in your own way. This program is free to survivors and limited to the first 12 participants; the class will be held in the Weaver Room at the Emerson Center in Bozeman at 10:30 AM. Register at https://bit.ly/4ln9Rhh. We’ll begin by setting an intention for our time together, grounding ourselves in a supportive commu...
1 YEARS AGO - APRIL 1899, PART I: April of any year brings the promise of warmer weather, green fields and hills, and only a couple more months before the warm freedom of summer. Back in April of 1899, there were plenty of headlines with topics not far from what we see today. The following articles are taken as written, with edits for length, from the April editions of the Jefferson Valley Zephyr. The photo is an ad that appeared in several of those 1899 weekly papers. MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS...
A lawsuit has been filed against Lillian rodeo owners Boyd and Georgia McMillian for alleged personal injuries suffered after a rodeo bull owned by the McMillian and allegedly attacked a woman in front of her house. Nicole Salvagni, a former Whitehall resident currently attending school at Arizona State University, won $12,000 in cash and prizes on The Price is Right and just missed winning a lot more. WHS Creative Leader of the Week: Justin Lucas. Director Britta Oliverson says that Justin didn...
It would appear you are once again stuck with me, Miss Brandi, for this week’s update from the Whitehall Community Library! Let’s talk about Early Literacy! It’s not just about your child learning to read. In fact, there are several skills your child needs to master before they start learning to read. Print Awareness: Understanding how print works, reading from left to right, top to bottom, and that the words they see have meaning. Letter Knowledge: Recognizing the different shapes of each letter, knowing their names and sounds, and recog...
The April meeting for the Whitehall Garden Club (WGC) was held Wednesday, April 2nd, at the new Whitehall Ambulance building. The conference room is very nice, accommodating with beautiful tables, chairs, and other aspects that are conducive for successful business meetings. Great technology features, too. Thank you for letting us use the conference room. The weather was not friendly for our hostess Boulder friends to come, so Janet Finney and Kathy Ross were delighted to step in and set up a...
March 31st marked the end of the winter moratorium in Montana, which is that period of time when regulated utility companies need to first obtain approval from the Public Service Commission before disconnecting a customer’s natural gas or electricity account for non-pay. With the end of the moratorium, many Montanans need some help catching up on that winter energy bill. There are two main sources of home energy assistance in Montana: One is LIHEAP and the other is Energy Share. Montanans can apply for LIHEAP through April 30th. LIHEAP is incom...
