Week of January 8, 2025
Week of January 8, 2025
1/5/2000 A horse owned by Randy Martinson was "cut up" shortly before Christmas; Martinson and Whitehall veterinarian Dr. Bob Henningsen both think a mountain lion attacked the animal. Martinson, who lives about a mile south of Whitehall off Highway 55, said he believes the attack occurred sometime after 3:30 AM on December 21st. The Whitehall Ledger did a Q&A with John Rice, a five-year Whitehall resident and Jefferson County Library Board member. He has championed the proposal to build an...
Our Town 100+ Years Ago - January, Part I: The final year to start with 18 began in January 1899. Headlines from outside of Montana mentioned postage for a letter to Canada was two cents per ounce; former Idaho U. S. Senator Dubois married Edna Maxfield Whited from South Dakota; Theodore Roosevelt was inaugurated as governor of New York; and the sovereignty of Cuba was passed from Spain to the United States. Front page news in Montana included the sixth biennial session of the Montana...
In my part of Alaska, not far from Anchorage, winter solstice is always a dark day, but not because of the lack of light. Instead, I lament the impending loss of winter's long nights, with all their calm and beauty. This makes me a contrarian amid all the hoopla over returning light. Yet, as we freefall into a climate-changed world, it seems more people are giving darkness and its benefits a fresh look. We begin feeling the loss of darkness only a few weeks after solstice. By February, the...
Cookies are a treat any time of the day, and many find biscotti particularly appealing. These crunchy cookies are equally at home with a morning cup of coffee and an evening mug of hot cocoa. Biscotti are hard, crunchy Italian cookies that are baked twice. Their name comes from the Latin "bis," meaning "twice," and "coctus," meaning "cooked." Although they can be enjoyed independently, their dry, crunchy nature makes them hold up well when dunking into a beverage. Biscotti were even once...
I hope everyone has recovered from all of the fun holiday activities. The Whitehall Community Library is easing back into the winter programming schedule, and calendars are at the front desk. We have a new winter reading program called "Who Read It?" Patrons keep track of their reading time and turn sheets in for clues. The clues help participants discover which staff member is reading which book. There are clues for all four staff and clues for which adult or children's/YA books they read. If...
Registration is open for Big Sky Fit Kids (BSFK) Tracking Challenge, a program of the Big Sky State Games. The BSFK Tracking Challenge is a FREE youth team physical activity and nutrition program where students track physical activity and fruit and vegetable consumption from February 1- April 1. Each Big Sky Fit Kids Challenge team is coordinated by an adult Team Captain and consists of 10-30 kids. Teams include students from school classes, clubs, after-school programs, youth groups, etc. Team Captains can register their teams at...
If your electricity goes out, a generator can keep power flowing to your home or business. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), an international trade association representing manufacturers and suppliers of outdoor power equipment, small engines, battery power systems, portable generators, utility and personal transport vehicles, and golf cars, reminds home and business owners to keep safety in mind when using generators this winter. “Not having power when you need it is frustrating, so a generator can provide emergency backup...
The Whitehall Chamber’s quarterly BINGO fundraiser, under the direction of Raven Hrysenko, will be held on Friday, January 24th at 6 PM at the Whitehall Community Center. The beneficiary of this BINGO event is 4 Paws Rescue. Prices are $12 for the first board, $1 each additional board. A new game - Downline - will also be played. Much like 50/50, this game utilizes bingo numbers. A spaghetti meal fundraiser will be sold during the BINGO event. Hrysenko is currently looking for donations for Bingo prizes. If you would like to donate, please...
This article is one in a series focusing on estate and legacy planning. The authors are Kaleena Miller, Madison-Jefferson County Extension Agent, kaleena.miller1@montana.edu, and Marsha Goetting, MSU Extension Family Economics Specialist, marsha.goetting@montana.edu. With the start of a new year, it’s time to set your financial goals for 2025. An important suggestion from Extension educators Marsha Goetting, MSU Extension Specialist and Kaleena Miller, Madison-Jefferson Extension Agent, is to make getting your estate plan done a priority...
The recent Held v. Montana ruling, which expanded the interpretation of the state’s constitutional right to a clean and healthful environment, has sparked widespread concern among Montana’s business community. In response, the Montana Chamber of Commerce convened a meeting to discuss the decision’s implications and outline steps to navigate the challenges ahead. Key Implications of the Ruling: The court’s decision allows individuals to sue over greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions without needing to challenge specific projects, increasing...
The holiday season always seems to bring out the best in everyone-acts of kindness, bestowing grace, being a little more patient with people. During Small Business Season, many of us consciously choose to shop local and support the small businesses that make our community unique. It's a beautiful time where we feel the power of community. So what if we carried that spirit with us throughout the year? It's our Christmas wish. But more than that, it's part of our agenda-promoting small businesses...
New Year, new times for great movies at the Star Theatre! Please note that the Star Theatre has changed its matinee times. Matinees will now be offered at 4 PM on Saturdays and Sundays. Evening movies will remain at 7 PM. Stop by and see what’s new at the historic Star Theatre. Gold Junction Presents is continuously working to improve your movie...
Top 10 Tips for Keeping Your Computer Running Smoothly In today's digital age, our computers have become essential tools for work, communication, and entertainment. However, like any other machine, they require regular maintenance to perform at their best. Here are ten simple tips to help you keep your computer running smoothly: Keep Your Software Updated: Regularly updating your operating system and software ensures you have the latest security patches and performance improvements. Most...
GEORGIA, I have a question, I treated a friend to lunch, but when we entered the restaurant, she mentioned that someplace else was better. I was taken aback and thought it was an unconscious slip, but this happened again with a different friend. What could I have said to indicate their comments were rude without offending them? LUNCH CHOICES Dear CHOICES, It is impolite to tell others that they are being rude, but perhaps you may accomplish this by making them feel foolish instead. Look concerned and ask, in a quiet voice, if they would...
The American Christmas tradition has become focused on gifts, especially a consumer-driven mentality that can end up misguided and self-centered. I’m not opposed to gift giving; our family shares in this tradition; however, we taught our children early on that Christ is the reason for the season. The single most important gift we can ever receive is salvation through Jesus Christ, God’s unmerited favor given to anyone who calls on the name of Jesus to be saved. Such a gift is understood as grace. For some time, I’ve been digging deeper...
ARIES Mar 21/Apr 20 Focus on collaboration this week, Aries. Teamwork leads to unexpected rewards if you are open to othersÕ ideas, so remain receptive to teammates' input. TAURUS Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, when a project presents itself to you, stay grounded and carefully run through all the components. Employ the same strategy when going over financial opportunities. GEMINI May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, clear up any misunderstandings and express your thoughts openly with others this week. Communication is certainly key at this juncture in time. CANCER...
White shoes go well with everything except outside. It’s crazy to think how incredibly easy it is to ruin your life while it’s considerably harder to manage your life as it is. If you’ve ever stood up on a bus, you’ve effectively made it a 25,000 lb skateboard. History says dinosaurs laid eggs and evolution gave us chickens from dinosaurs, so logically the egg did come first and not the chicken. The fuller your phone battery is by the end of the day, the better your day was. Everyone hates being used, but no one wants to be useless....
Terry D. Kuehl, 84, passed away on December 22, 2024, at his home in Waterloo, Montana. Terry was born June 25, 1940, at his family’s home in Orangeville, IL. His mother, father, and his son preceded him in death. He is survived by one daughter, two granddaughters, one great-grandson, and Judy, his soulmate of 30 years. Terry’s family would like to thank the Whitehall Medical Clinic, Jefferson Valley EMS, Senior Citizens Homecare, Matt and Kari Montgomery, and Cheryl Mulholland, for helping make him more comfortable the last couple of...
Yes, you are seeing that right! Well, kind of. A scaled version of a T-Rex was "found" at the Main Street Green next to the Star Theatre on New Year's Day, courtesy of Raven 3D Printing & Design. Did you miss him? Don't worry - this gigantic guy will be back at the Green soon - check him out, as well as the T-Rex footprints and fun facts beside...
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 29 00:44:12 Traffic Stop: I-90 06:26:53 Agency Assist 08:12:21 Welfare Check: Cedar Hills Rd 09:21:00 Traffic Stop: E First St 11:09:11 Medical: W Legion St 4 11:19:24 Animal: I-90 16:33:16 Suicide Threats: N Main St 17:11:45 Medical: Hwy 2 E 19:13:58 Vehicle Accident (Non-Injury): I-90 20:34:51 Medical: Bates Ln 20:43:44 Citizen Assist: N Whitehall St MONDAY, DECEMBER 30 02:37:36 Agency Assist: Cardwell Fishing Access 03:20:05 Citizen Assist: N Whitehall St 08:56:07 Animal:...
Montana’s minimum wage was increased to $10.55* per hour, effective January 1, 2025. The minimum wage is subject to a cost-of-living adjustment based on the Consumer Price Index no later than September 30th of each year. Montana’s minimum wage is to be the greater of the federal or current state minimum wage. Exception: A business not covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act whose gross annual sales are $110,000 or less may pay $4.00 per hour. However, if an individual employee is producing or moving goods between states or otherwise...
