Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
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Longtime law enforcement officer David Kosola has announced his intention to run for Jefferson County Sheriff, bringing more than three decades of experience and a focus on community engagement to the race. Kosola has spent his entire law enforcement career in Jefferson County, serving since the mid-1980s, and has worked for both the City of Boulder and the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office. He later moved to the county full-time, where he continues to serve today. He will celebrate his 32nd year of service this spring. A Boulder native, Kosola...
Gold Junction Presents (GJP) is rolling out the red carpet once again for the 3rd Annual Oscars Watch Party at the historic Whitehall Star Theatre - and this year's celebration promises to be bigger, brighter, and more glamorous than ever Set for Sunday, March 15, the community is invited to step into Hollywood for an evening of sparkle, spotlights, and cinematic fun for just a $10 entry fee. Doors open at 4:30 PM, with the Oscars broadcast beginning at 5 PM. Guests are welcome to come and go as...
The Whitehall Town Council met on February 17, 2026, in the Town Hall chambers, approving routine business before moving into infrastructure updates, contract reviews, and new resolutions. Mayor Linda Jung reminded residents to verify their Montana homestead property tax relief registration online. Those who previously received the $400 tax rebate in August are already registered. Unregistered homeowners may see higher property taxes. Jung also reported that staff is reviewing town contracts, particularly those that may have expired or are...
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 to support the current and future needs of the community by adding to the endowment fund. Proceeds and other donations from the JV CF Endowment...
The Jefferson Valley Conservation District (District) would like to advise you of the Natural Streambed and Land Preservation Act (310 Law) regarding the use of the emergency provisions of the law. The law defines an emergency as an unforeseen event, such as normal high water or normal low water due to drought, that does not count as unforeseen if they happen every year. If work is being completed in this fashion every year, it is a predictable event, and it does not constitute an unforeseen event. If emergency action is taken to safeguard...
High school students are invited to apply to participate in Montana Tech’s Metallurgical and Materials Engineering Summer Program that will take place on the University’s Butte campus June 21-26, 2026. Lodging, meals, and all course materials will be provided free of charge (participants will be responsible for transportation to and from the campus). This week-long residential program is for rising high school juniors and seniors interested in exploring careers in science or engineering. The program features hands-on learning in addition to...
TRACKS AT MT THESPIAN FESTIVAL: Whitehall Theatrics Jr Division brought its one-act play, TRACKS, to the stage on Friday, February 13th at the University of Montana in Missoula. The performance garnered accolades from the judges, as well as a BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS award for junior Lilly Schober (top right, with Ierlyn Kelley), who played the Lawyer. Sophomore Ierlyn Kelley was nominated and elected as an aggregate board member of the MT Thespian Association and will serve the upcoming...
If you’ve lived in the area for a while, you’ve most likely heard of Piedmont Wetlands or the “swamp.” Search your memory - do you have a fond story you could share? Residents who have fished, hunted, explored, or simply grown up around the Piedmont wetlands are invited to contribute their experiences, as community stories will help shape the future of this unique landscape! This area could soon become a destination for walking, wildlife viewing, education, and recreation for generat...
CTAC - what is it? The Community Transition Advisory Council (CTAC) was established about 20 years ago, when the Golden Sunlight Mine (GSM) was considered at the end of its life. The group, made up of public organizations and vested town individuals, as well as GSM management, was meant to keep the community abreast of the mine’s life and plan on how to transition to a closed mine, without the tax benefits to the town, when the time came. Thankfully, GSM’s lifespan was extended when additional mining veins were discovered, and new tai...
The Jefferson Valley Rural Ambulance District (JVRAD) has two open board positions. Ideally one of the seats would be filled by a resident of the Town of Whitehall, but that is not a requirement because it is difficult to fill board seats, much less with residency requirements. If more applications are received than there are open positions, there will be an election. The board meets quarterly and conducts the business of allocating sustainable funding for ambulance and health services within the Whitehall School District boundary. The board...
POWER UP MIRACLES 1ST PLACE: Whitehall's ACE Hardware had 78.32% round-up participation for the Children's Miracle Network and Shodair Children's Hospital, garnering a $7,500 donatioin from Duracell. On Monday, Thunder the Bison and her handler were in Whitehall to present the ACE ladies with their award. Boulder's ACE took second place....
What do you get when you combine Montana's cowboy culture with winter activity and snow? The answer is rodeo meets skiing: skijoring, a competitive contest in which a rider on horseback pulls a skier through a course of obstacles. Where the fastest and best wins! Could anyone design a more perfect winter activity in Montana? The timed course features obstacles such as gates, ring grabs, jumps, and rollers, with skiers pulled at speeds up to 25 mph and jumps up to 7 ft. A competitive sport that h...
New Whitehall Mayor Linda Jung held her first Whitehall Town Council meeting on Tuesday, January 20th. The Council heard a detailed presentation on a proposed mixed-use tennis and pickleball court project, swore in two new council members, and appointed new board members during a quick, productive meeting. Sean Wisner, from the Wisner Family Foundation, presented plans for a mixed-use tennis and pickleball court facility, describing the project as a community recreation initiative rooted in a...
JANUARY (1/1/2025) • Whitehall Study Commission begins Town study • Mr. & Mrs. Claus visited Whitehall little ones at Headstart and more Obituaries: Sherrie Ann Sanders (64) (1/8/2025) • A 3D printed T-Rex skull appeared on the Green New Year’s Day Obituaries: Terry D. Kuehl (84) (1/15/2025) • Whitehall/Harrison wrestlers bring home Cut Bank tourney medals • WHS School Play “I Don’t Want to Talk About It” is no longer WHS Play, but may compete at State competition Obituaries: Dona Jean Wallace (91) (1/22/2025) GSM donates $50K to Jefferson...
The Whitehall Town Council met on Monday, December 15th to close out the year by swearing in new Council member Jim Buterbaugh and new mayor Linda Jung. This transition for the town which will be in full effect January 1, 2026; the meeting highlighted the 12 years of service provided by now-former Mayor Mary Janacaro-Hensleigh and included a hot topic that will be discussed further in the new year - the City Court Clerk's contract. "It's been quite the ride," the Janacaro-Hensleigh said. "I'd li...
Nearly every quarter, Raven Hrysenko of Raven 3D Print and Design puts together a Bingo event, with proceeds going towards local charities and organizations. The December 18th event is a bit different from the usually Bingo, as it will be Singo! Singo will start at 6 PM in the historic Star Theatre. Concessions will be available for purchase; board pricing will be announced at the event. What is SINGO? Singo is a new and exciting musical spin on the traditional game of Bingo. Instead of...
Join the Whitehall Ledger for its annual community Christmas party at 6 PM this Wednesday, December 17th. This holiday party, held at the Star Theatre, will have lots of food, drink, and cheer - all while watching EDWARD SCISSORHANDS at 7 PM! Enjoy everyone's company as the entire community is invited! Why Edward Scissorhands, you may ask? As many know, the Ledger's annual Christmas party also doubles as the Screams Come True cast party - so we try to incorporate a little Christmas with a...
‘Tis the season for peace and good cheer, food, friends, and family. For the second year, in the spirit of Christmas, a local gentleman has sponsored a free showing of the Christmas classic The Polar Express at the Star Theatre. This year’s showing will be on Tuesday, December 23rd at 7 PM. Movie entry is free of charge; concessions will be available to purchase. Mr. and Mrs. Claus will be on hand for those last-minute gift requests and photos. Santa may even have a golden ticket or two up his sleeve! Bring the kiddos for a fun, family mov...
The Whitehall Ledger’s Pop-Up Food Pantry will have Christmas food boxes available. If you are interested in obtaining a box, please contact Liz at 406-498-3807 during regular business hours....
A MERRY MERRY CHRISTMAS STROLL: The Montana Western Legacy Center hosted the annual Whitehall Christmas Stroll for the second year, which was a success throughout the town on December 12-13. The annual Whitehall Saddle Club Wreath Auction brought in over $9,000, with top voted wreath created by the BY's 4-H Club (above) and the highest bid wreath created by Tamara Kidwell, Sandy Carey, and Tia Kraha....
Christmas: The Whitehall Ledger will deliver papers on Wednesday, December 24th, then close and reopen on Monday, December 29th. New Year’s: The deadline for the 12/31/2025 paper will be 12/29/2025. The office will close after delivering the Wednesday paper and reopen on Friday, January 2nd....
At its December Board meeting on Tuesday, December 2nd, the Whitehall School Board moved quickly through routine approvals and heard wide-ranging reports on academics, activities, facilities, grants, and after-school programming. Elementary Principal Kurtis Koenig reported that formative observations were completed on schedule and that most fall statewide assessments are finished, with make-ups due by Thursday, December 4th. Students recently participated in a light-hearted “Cat–Griz” spirit competition that served as a positive diver...
Watson Schilling WHITEHALL LEDGER: What's special about Christmas for you? WATSON: (big smile) Presents! WL: Who brings you presents? W: Santa! WL: Does he go buy them at the store? W: (rolls eyes and laughs) No! He makes the elves make them. WL: Where do they make them at? W: Well, they make them at the North Pole. WL: What does an elf look like? W: Well, they. Hold on....I need to think...they're funny looking. WL: Ok....how big are they? W: (thinking) Little. WL: Little...how little is little...
Carter Lombardi WHITEHALL LEDGER: What holiday is coming up next? CARTER: Christmas! WL: What's so special about Christmas? What's your favorite part? C: Presents. WL: Who brings presents? C: (thinking) WL: Do your mom and dad give you presents? C: Well, most of the time...but sometimes Santa Claus gave me a present when I was a baby. WL: Who is Santa Claus? Is he your uncle? C: (laughs) No! WL: Does he live at your house? C: (shakes head) WL: Where does Santa Claus live? C: The North Pole! WL:...
The Whitehall Ledger is bringing back its Letters to Santa program - and we're asking our wonderful local businesses to help make the season a little brighter for area children. Last year, the Ledger started the Letters to Santa tradition, thinking it would be a small gesture of holiday fun. At first, just four letters arrived, each with simple, heartfelt gift requests. In the true spirit of Christmas, the Ledger decided to fulfill them all. But something magical happened - the spirit caught...
