Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
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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...
As of early April, when snowpack-monitoring stations in Montana are typically peaking, one-third of the longer-standing sites are posting record-low totals. That’s according to the April Water Supply Outlook the Natural Resources Conservation Service released on Tuesday, which highlighted that some low-elevation snowpack monitoring sites had completely melted out by April 1, when they’re normally hitting their peak for the water year. (The “water year,” as hydrologists call it, begins on October 1. Water supply forecasters use it to underst...
Here, in the heart of southwest Montana, we are blessed to live among rivers with international reputations. Locally, we each have our favorites. Whether it's the Jefferson, Madison, Gallatin, or Missouri, these rivers still retain much of their natural character and, relative to many parts of the country, are downright healthy. Make no mistake, though, these rivers are fragile, and changes brought on by nature and man may be changing what we've been used to for so long. We need healthy rivers,...
Grilling enthusiasts are always on the lookout for something new to cook over an open flame. While traditional staples like steaks, hamburgers, and hot dogs will never lose their favor among lovers of grilled food, expanding one's grilling repertoire can open doors to new flavors and ensure meal time is always something to look forward to. Fans of foods cooked over an open flame who want to try something new and flavorful can try this recipe for "Grilled Pork and Mango Kebabs With Chili Sauce"...
There is nothing like Whitehall for people showing up to help when you need them. An army of volunteers came on Saturday afternoon to move furniture, hang signs, and set up the Anne Frank exhibit. Thank you to everyone who helped, brought treats for the opening, cleaned up, and took the docent training. This would not have happened without you! We had to move a fair amount of furniture to get everything in while still leaving clear pathways through the building. All the shelving is easily...
Four area residents - Dean Hunt, Gary Konen, Don Masinelli, and Doug Salsbury have filed for the two positions on the Whitehall School Board and will face off during a May 8 school board meeting. WHS Creative Leader of the Week: JADE ROBBINS. Earning honors this week is Jade Robbins. Jade plays the WHS concert band and pep band. Director Skyler Lashley says," Jade gives good effort in class. He played at all the events the pep band participated in and is very dependable." He is the son of the...
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...
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...
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...
Easter came a little later back in April 1900. By the 15 th of April that year, plenty of news had crossed the pages of the Jefferson Valley Zephyr. Iran (Persia back then) made the front page after the shah took a $6,000,000 loan from the Muscovites, which bumped Great Britain out of the race to control commerce in the country. Donations were being sought to help feed starving people in India – a one-dollar donation could feed a person for two months. The British government was said to be r...
Many Montanans want to make sure their medical wishes are honored if they ever face a terminal condition. A newly revised MontGuide from Montana State University Extension explains how they can do exactly that. The publication, Living Wills (Declarations in Montana), describes how the Montana Rights of the Terminally Ill Act gives every adult the ability to decide whether lifesustaining treatment should be withheld or withdrawn if they have an incurable and irreversible condition that will lead to death in a relatively short time. Under...
Spring is the perfect time for a home refresh! While dusting the ceiling fan and scrubbing the tub are likely already on your to-do list, the most essential task of all may not be on your radar: cleaning and testing your smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms. A fresh home is great, but a safe one is even better. Did you know that working smoke alarms in the home doubles your chances of safely escaping a house fire? That’s according to the National Fire Protection Association. This spring, Kidde, a pioneer in early smoke detection for over 1...
A homemade dessert to cap off a delicious meal! Desserts are a welcome treat after a delicious main course. Homemade desserts can be particularly flavorful, and that freshness can make the final course something to really look forward to. Those tasked with preparing a homemade dessert have plenty of options to consider, including this recipe for “Strawberry and Vanilla Cheesecakes With a Ginger Cookie Base” from Lines+Angles. INGREDIENTS: (Serves 6) 4 1/2 oz. ginger cookies, crushed 2 Tab...
Dear Editor, Ecologists understand that each species occupies a 'niche' in the environment where the right living conditions (defined by temperature and moisture), resources (including food, water, and shelter), and lack of competition from other species allow populations to survive and reproduce. Plants grow where conditions are right, and animals depend upon plant communities to provide food and shelter. A niche is a 'space' in the world that a species has adapted to over its whole history....
April is like a giant flower ready to burst into full bloom at the Whitehall Community Library. Monday, April 6th, at 5:30 PM, will be the opening program for the Anne Frank exhibit from the Anne Frank Center at the University of South Carolina. There will be special guest speakers, including Willem Volkersz, who created the suitcase project for the children who perished at the Montessori school in Amsterdam. Rabbi Chaim Bruk will be sharing his family's experiences during the Holocaust. There...
Special Education Teacher Kevin Moore wrote to 75 major companies, asking them to fund new computer systems to help two of his special-needs students. Walmart and Conoco donated and helped two students learn how to communicate their thoughts and feelings. WHS Creative Leader of the Week: LANCE BRIGGS. Senior Lance Briggs gets honors this week for his work in WHS drama. Drama sponsor Larry Brazill praises Lance "for his willingness to sell out in his character portrayal of Lazar Wolfe in the...
APRIL 1926 • The United States House of Representatives votes to impeach District Court Judge George W. English on April 1. Judge English, who was accused of abuse of power and violation of bankruptcy laws, ultimately resigned on November 4. • Residents of Watts, California, vote to become part of the city of Los Angeles on April 2. Residents vote 1,338 to 535 in favor of consolidation. • Warplanes of Manchurian warlord Zhang Zuolin begin bombing portions of Beijing on April 3. The areas targeted by the bombings are areas of the city under...
Easter is widely characterized as the holiest day of the year on the Christian calendar. Faith features prominently in modern Easter celebrations, which also include some secular traditions, particularly in families with young children. The Easter bunny and Easter egg hunts are not necessarily the focal point of Easter for adult Christians, but children greatly enjoy these traditions. It's customary to give young children a basket of treats on Easter Sunday. Though store-bought treats are easy...
One might think that March 2026 has been unusually dry and warm, but people were likely thinking the same thing back in March 1926. Through March 23rd of that year, only .15 inches of moisture was recorded (much like February), and temperatures ranged from the mid-40s to the mid-60s. The valley had not seen a temperature below zero for more than 450 days. Headlines from the front pages in March included the Whitehall basketball team placing fifth in the district tournament held here in town; Fra...
Jefferson Valley Community Foundation (JVCF) is pleased to announce two community-wide events for the coming spring calendar. First of all, on May 2nd, the group will be hosting a fundraiser at the Whitehall Community Center titled A Night for Tomorrow: The Jefferson Valley Gala. The event will begin at 5 PM, and its primary purpose is to create a scholarship fund and to add to the administrative fund, supporting the current and future needs of the community by adding to the endowment fund. Proceeds and other donations from the JVCF Endowment F...
With this beautiful weather we have been having, everyone seems to be in full spring cleaning mode at the Whitehall Community Library. One of the questions we are always asked this time of year is what types of donations the library takes. Books make up the largest percentage of items donated to us, but there are a few things we ask of patrons before they bring books in. The first is that patrons do not bring boxes of moldy or dirt-covered books to us. It is dangerous for staff when we empty boxes filled with mouse remains or excrement. If...
The Whitehall Chamber of Commerce conducted a status check during its annual meeting on March 15, setting goals for 2001. The chamber received four recent grants totaling $26,500. The money has helped fund the Lewis & Clark Bicentennial murals, studies to shape the community's future, and other projects. WHS Creative Leader of the Week: SHAWN PATRICK. Leadership honors go to senior Shawn Patrick this week for his work on the WHS Student Council. Council advisor Lee Ann Gallagher says Shawn is a...
Irish eyes were surely smiling as Hostesses Tara Bowery and Laura Horn set the stage for the March Garden Club meeting, held March 4th, with a bountiful St. Patrick's Day-themed snack table, laden with sugar cookies, sweet bread, mini muffins, and green fruit dip with Granny Smith apple slices. Terry Ross stepped up with a last-minute Fast Ten presentation on the Hawthorne tree, the myth & the legend, which happens to grow here in Whitehall. He provided several fascinating facts about the...
