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The Whitehall Country Store Board of Directors is pleased to announce the availability of four $5,000 scholarships to be awarded to graduating Whitehall High School seniors or home schoolers who will be fulltime students enrolled in Fall 2025 classes at an accredited college, university, or trade school. Although the focus of most scholarship programs is academic, the main criteria established by the Board of Directors is a student’s deep desire to further their academic goals beyond high school and their need for financial assistance. This s...
Abbie Frankman, a senior Nursing major at Grove City College from Cardwell, has been named to the Dean’s List with Distinction for the fall 2024 semester. Abbie is a 2021 graduate of Homeschool and is the daughter of John and Kelli Frankman from Cardwell, MT. Students eligible for the Dean’s List have a GPA of 3.40 to 3.59; for the Dean’s List with Distinction a GPA of 3.60 to 3.84 and for the Dean’s List with High Distinction a GPA of 3.85 to 4.0. Grove City College (gcc.edu) is a highly distinctive, nationally ranked comprehensive Christi...
Who are the Jefferson Valley Friends of NRA (JVFNRA), and what good do they do for our community? First, let's explain who they work for. The JVFNRA works on a grant program when half of the money raised in Montana STAYS in Montana. The other half goes into a national pool for chapters to draw from. In both cases, it is a 501(c)3. None of the money is used politically. It is all charitable. Each year in January, committees around the state meet in Helena to fund requested grants. This year, the...
Colorectal cancer is the second most common cancer and the third leading cause of cancer related deaths in men and women under age 50. According to the American Cancer Society almost 153,000 individuals in the U.S. were diagnosed with colon or rectal cancer in 2024, and more than 53,000 died from the disease. March is Colon Cancer Awareness month, a time to raise awareness about the disease and the importance of prevention and early detection. Awareness is crucial, as many cases of colon and rec...
Peanuts work well in sweet desserts and are commonly found as peanut butter swirled with jelly atop bread for lunchtime sandwiches. However, they can also be an ingredient in savory dishes. Peanuts are often included in the popular Thai dish Pad Thai, Thailand's variation on a traditional Chinese stir-fry. It's salty, sweet, and often spicy. Try this version courtesy of 300 Best Stir-Fry Recipes (Robert Rose) by Nancie McDermott. INGREDIENTS: 4 ounces dry rice noodles 1/4 cup chicken stock or...
In March 1899, there was plenty of news to report from around the world and here in the valley. Fighting was ongoing in the Philippines, and a front-page story made it clear that the government there was not fond of the U. S. forces. Our troops in Havana, Cuba, were fighting a typhoid fever outbreak that was not helped by the primitive sewage systems. A young man with the Northern Pacific in Helena chose suicide as the way to get out of his marriage. Montana Governor Smith vetoed a bill that wou...
MARCH 8, 2000 Whitehall area voters may have a chance to create a local recreation district when they vote in the June 2000 primary election. The Jefferson County Commission approved a resolution calling for the ballot measure during its March 1 meeting and will make a decision on whether or not to place the measure on the ballot following the March 22 public hearing on the subject. A new store in Whitehall -Horsefly- will hold its grand opening on March 17-18. The store is owned by Roberta and...
In 1992, Queen Elizabeth II called the year her Annus Horribilis, or horrible year. While we haven't had a whole year of craziness, the last two weeks have certainly qualified for the name. Last week and this week, we have had all four staff out at some time during the week, a family crisis, and a case of influenza A. Thanks to our amazing volunteers and hard-working staff, the library did not have to close a single day and only missed one program. Speaking of programs, next week is full with...
Top o' the mornin' to ya and leapin' leprechauns, the Whitehall Garden Club (WGC) members and guests were greeted with "everythin' green!" Evelyn O'Edmisten and Joan O'Myhre delighted the gatherers with sweet green fruits, crunchy green veggies and delicious Irish scones, melt in your mouth perfection. The luck o' the Irish surely made its appearance, starting the March meeting off with such a pot o' gold! Thank you Joan and Evelyn. WGC President Kathy Ross opened the meeting by introducing the...
The Whitehall Country Store Board of Directors is pleased to announce the availability of four $5,000 scholarships to be awarded to graduating Whitehall High School seniors or home schoolers who will be fulltime students enrolled in Fall 2025 classes at an accredited college, university, or trade school. Although the focus of most scholarship programs is academic, the main criteria established by the Board of Directors is a student’s deep desire to further their academic goals beyond high s...
Third-grade students from Whitehall Elementary School walked to the Jefferson Valley Museum on March 6, 2025, to participate in "Henry Ford-Invention-Innovation" activities. Students first had their picture taken sitting behind the wheel of a 1920s Ford Model TT, learning that this truck was the commercial version of the famous Model T. Then, the third graders gathered inside the Big Red Barn. Here students learned the name of the first car built by Henry Ford, the Quadricycle, worked in teams...
Hunter and Bowhunter Education events have been scheduled in several locations throughout southwestern Montana. Many of these classes are or will soon be open for registration. All in-person classes are free. Students must be at least 10 years old to take a Hunter Education classroom course. Students must be at least 11 years old to take a Bowhunter Education classroom course. Students ages 12 through 17 who take Hunter or Bowhunter Education online are required to complete an in-person field day. The following Hunter Education classroom course...
When the weather begins to warm, home cooks start migrating from the heartier soups, stews, and casseroles popular in winter to something lighter. Seafood is an option families can turn to that is both high in protein and leaner than other dinnertime staples. Cod is a popular saltwater fish with firm meat that is mild in flavor. It may hold up better than other white fish in different meals, like a fish fry. This recipe for "Spicy Oven-Fried Cod Fillets" (The Pampered Chef®) from The...
The Westerlies, a New York-based brass quartet, visited Whitehall's historic Star Theatre on Saturday, March 1st. The arty quartet mixed jazz, new classical, and Appalachian folk to a full audience. The Westerlies were brought to Whitehall by Gold Junction Presents and Montana Chamber Music....
Whitehall Senior Natasha Momsen received a historic telephone call last week when she was told she received an appointment to West Point, an appointment that makes her the first U.S. Military Service Academy appointee from Whitehall in over two decades. Momsen is the first woman ever appointed from Whitehall. The Whitehall Middle School announced the students who will be representing Whitehall at the Academic Olympics on March 16, 200 at MSU in Bozeman. Team One includes Brandon Momsen, Anna...
Feeling stressed out, overwhelmed, or anxious is a problem that many people regularly face. Work, family, extra activities, and current events can all contribute to making life feel fast-paced and chaotic. It can feel like there’s never enough time to truly rest or reset. But what if it didn’t have to be this way? What if you could learn how to find a place of peace and calm no matter what situation you find yourself in? Anyone interested in reducing or relieving stress is invited to join Bethel Wagner at Sage Wellness Center for a 3-part class...
Miss Shawni from Sacry Dental taught the students about dental health in a wonderful hands on way, and Miss Jeannie and Miss Brandi did storytime in our classroom since the chilly weather kept us indoors for several weeks and we could not walk to the library. We are grateful for all the support our community gives Head Start kids! If you are interested in applying for the 25-26 school year, please call (406) 457-7308....
Winter sports season is in full swing with fresh snow on the slopes, but is your body ready? As an avid skier and snowboarder, I know firsthand how much fun these activities can be—but I also know the toll they can take on muscles and joints. The right conditioning routine can help keep us on the hill and out of the emergency room. As an active participant in winter sports, I’m always looking for ways to improve my own fitness and educate others about the importance of maintaining strength throughout the winter. The demands of winter spo...
Imagine a million-acre wilderness: Mountain peaks. Rushing rivers. Bears and wolves. Now imagine a city the size of, say, Chicago. In my corner of Montana every summer, those two things merge. Montana is home to Glacier National Park, and 30 years ago, the park had about a million visitors a year. Nowadays, the park attracts more than 3 million people a year. It's like a major city teleported to the spine of the Rockies. Those visitors have needs-food, restrooms, parking lots, and trails. They deserve to be safe. They expect to have fun. That's...
Adjusting diet is a necessity for someone with food allergies, intolerances or a condition like irritable bowel syndrome. Although an individual may understand the need to avoid certain foods, it can be difficult to pass up on foods when so many people around you are enjoying them, especially when they are tasty desserts. Fortunately for lemon bar lovers, this recipe for Lemon Bars from The Complete IBS Diet Plan (Rockridge Press) by Amanda Foote, RD, offers a sweet and sour offering with delici...
The Westerlies, "an arty quartet...mixing ideas from jazz, new classical, and Appalachian folk" (New York Times) are a New York-based brass quartet comprised of Riley Mulherkar and Chloe Rowlands on trumpet, and Andy Clausen and Addison Maye-Saxon on trombone. From Carnegie Hall to Coachella, The Westerlies navigate a wide array of venues and projects with the precision of a string quartet, the audacity of a rock band, and the charm of a family sing-along. On Saturday, March 1, 2025 they will...
Lights, Camera, Action! Are you ready to experience the glitz and glamour of Hollywood right here in Whitehall, Montana? Get ready to roll out the red carpet and join us at the Whitehall Star Theatre on Sunday, March 2nd, at 4 PM for the most epic Oscars Party of the year, hosted by none other than Gold Junction Presents! From the moment you step through the doors of the Star Theatre, you'll be transported into a world of movie magic and excitement. Picture this: a dazzling red carpet reception...
The Whitehall Rodeo Committee will hold its second Dueling Pianos by The Fun Pianos fundraiser event on Thursday, March 13, at the Butte Depot. Doors open at 6 PM, and the fun begins at 7 PM. Tickets are $130 per person, $250 per couple, or a table of 8 for $800. Ticket prices include dinner, two drink tickets, and entertainment. A silent auction and benefit raffle will also be held. All proceeds go to Whitehall's PRCA Rodeo and the Bulls, Broncs & Barrels event. Don't miss this fun fundraising...
The Whitehall Senior Center has teamed with AARP to offer Whitehall senior citizens free help with their taxes. On Wednesday, March 5, 2025, from 10 AM to 3 PM, AARP Tax Relief will be at the Senior Center at 3 N. Division Street in Whitehall. To RSVP for a free appointment, please contact Jim at 287-5336. Assistance is for private citizens only; businesses will not be helped....
I can hardly believe March is just around the corner, but this week's lovely weather proves spring is on its way. I am ordering new books and loving all the summer blockbusters coming out in the next few months. Soon, the Whitehall Community Library will have new books by C.J. Box, Lisa Unger, Pam Jenoff, J.D. Robb, Lisa Black, Sandra Brown, Laura Childs, and more. For mystery fans, Harlan Coben, John Sandford, Fern Michaels, Jeffery Deaver, Michael Connelly, and Anne Hillerman have added to...
