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After five years in business, Settings by All Things Montana - Whitehall's premier gift shop - is closing its doors. "This was an incredibly hard decision. I've cried about it, I've thought long and hard about it, but in the end - this is what is best for me," said owner Pamela Polachi. "I'm looking forward to a new adventure." Polachi, who was raised in Whitehall before returning to the area five years ago from the east coast, is confident in her decision, though she believes saying "goodbye"...
The town is abuzz about the new marijuana "pot" shop rumored to be opening, so let's just get down to the brass tacks. Nathaniel Reed, a 2015 WHS alumni, and his partner Hali Bhresmann will be opening 406 Organix on 3 Robbins Lane on April 20, 2023. This location is a franchise branch of a Montana woman-owned business. "We've gotten a lot of support from the locals and we are excited to offer a larger selection than many other locations," said Bhresmann. "We will have a little bit of a lot of...
With the weather just not cooperating last weekend, the Whitehall Chamber decided to reschedule the annual Easter Eggs-Travaganza to THIS Saturday, April 8th at 11 AM on the Main Street Green (next to the Star Theatre). The Whitehall Easter Eggs-Travaganza and Scavenger Hunt are brought to you by the Whitehall Chamber of Commerce, Gold Junction Presents, and the many donations and volunteer hours put in by the Whitehall community businesses and individuals. The Easter Egg hunt is for ages 0-10 b...
People are afraid of AI treating humans like humans treat humans and other species. No other food falls to the ground more than popcorn. All screens are touch screens, but not all are react screens. There are two types of domestic house cats. Those that eat the head and those that eat everything but the head. A straw that doesn’t suck is a straw that sucks. It’s way too easy to steal at an airport luggage terminal. You will never see your death certificate. Hollywood continues to hire the same people over and over again, oftentimes putting old...
Dear Editor, We would like to take the opportunity to address the concerns and points brought forth by the Whitehall Saddle Club (WSC) in their letter to the Editor in the March 29 edition of the Ledger. The WSC letter stated that the "Town owns the land, but the physical structures and the arena belong to WSC." In fact, the existing lease agreement dated July 1, 2014, specifies, "The premises subject to this lease agreement is described as follows: That area of the Whitehall Recreational... Full story
Dear Editor, I am so distressed to hear about the discord between the Whitehall Recreation Complex Board and the Whitehall Saddle Club. I sincerely hope for the sake of all of us who have supported activities at the rodeo grounds with monetary donations and sweat equity that both the Rec Complex Board and the Whitehall Saddle Club will choose to find the goodwill to work this out for the benefit of the greater community and most especially the kids. Respectfully submitted, Ruth Lott Cardwell,... Full story
April, Part I By April 1897, people in our Jefferson Valley were ready for spring. It had been a long snowy winter. Around the USA and the world, the weather was just one concern. Politics, war, and natural disasters were making headlines. The war in Cuba was still raging, and the House of Representatives in Washington D.C. was debating a tariff on gelatine glue and on unrefined bauxite. A massive break in a Mississippi levee required 10,000 men to try to keep the situation from getting any...
APRIL 8, 1998 Dean Hunt, a rancher south of Whitehall, and Joan Jones, former owner of the Whitehall A&W, won the two open spots on the Whitehall Board of Trustees during the April 7 school election. Hunt garnered the most votes with 223, followed by Jones with 208. A total of 457 votes were cast, 41 percent more than the 270 votes cast in 1997. Actual fraud and game rigging have been ruled out, but the investigation into the Whitehall Volunteer Fire Department’s 1997 Casino Night fundraiser has been referred back to the Montana Attorney G...
Jessie May Todd, 89, formally of Three Forks, died at Highgate Senior Living Center in Bozeman on March 26, 2023. She was born September 6, 1933, at the family ranch near Whitehall, Montana, the daughter of Goodlet and Lulla Rogers. She attended grades 1-5 in Whitehall. The family moved to the Summit Valley between Cardwell and Harrison, Montana, where she graduated from the 8th grade at Cardwell School. In 1951, she graduated from Whitehall High School. During the summers and many weekends,... Full story
Jennie Lee (Armstrong) McArthur was called home to our Lord on March 25, 2023. Jennie was born September 21, 1936, to George M. Armstrong and Juanita (Ballard) Armstrong. Jennie was raised on the family ranch in the Cardwell area and attended school at Cardwell Elementary and Whitehall High School. Jennie married Bob McArthur and six sons came to bless their home over the years. The family spent 10 years living in the Upper Ruby working for the Garden Creek Stock Association, and many years at... Full story
On March 25, 2023, Leeanne Annette Kish, tragically passed away. Leeanne was born May 28, 1997, and was the delight of her family. She grew up in Whitehall, Montana, and worked various jobs until during Covid where she found her calling as a CNA. She worked in home healthcare until her passing. She was preceded in death by her brother, Kris Kish, and her grandpa John Raisor. She is survived by her husband, Shad Wasia; her parents, Kim Kish and Jack and Serena Kish; grandparents, Margy Raisor, Ji... Full story
Hildegard Antretter “Hilde” Lambrecht passed away Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at St. James Healthcare in Butte, Montana. Hilde was born Wednesday, November 20, 1929, in Sollhuben, Bavaria Germany to Peter and Wallburger Antretter. She grew up in Germany during WWII and was blessed to come to the United States in December of 1949, sponsored by her Aunt Mary Eastwood from Billings, Montana. Hilde arrived at Ellis Island, New York after sailing from LeHavre, France on the Ile De France ship. Her name is forever engraved on the American Immigrant Wal... Full story
As the change was added and dollar bills were subtracted from the amounts raised during the PTSA Money Wars, lots of math was to be had to find a winner! The Kindergarteners brought in $207.33 in change and were sabotaged with $130 in dollars = giving them an overall first-place total of $77.33! This garners not only first-place honors but also an extra recess and a pizza party! Their raised change funds ($207.33) will be matched by the Whitehall Ledger, Treasure State Truck Repair, and Pulse...
With all of the controversy surrounding libraries these days, I thought it would be nice to let everyone know how the Whitehall Community Library serves the public and why. First, our goal is to make lifelong learners of everyone from birth to 140. Reading is a portal into thousands of different stories, no matter if it is for escape, education, entertainment, or just curiosity. Our readers have the option of books on CD, paperbacks, online audio and print books through Montana2Go, hardbacks, graphic novels, board books, and non-fiction referen...
Whitehall Community Theatre, a division of Gold Junction Presents, will perform The Literati Awards on Wednesday, April 19 at 7 PM and Saturday, April 22 at 3 PM at the Star Theatre. Admission is $5 per person. Come support the local actors and actresses of our area in this delightful short play, directed by Whitehall resident Ron Jung. The brightest stars of classic literature are coming together for the biggest awards show of the year - so of course they're all on their absolute worst...
The Whitehall Chamber of Commerce will hold its quarterly evening meeting and Business After Hours on Thursday, April 13 at the Whitehall Ledger. The Board of Directors will meet at 5 PM for their meeting, followed by a brief general membership meeting beginning at 6 PM. The Business After Hours portion of the meeting will begin at 6:30 PM and feature The Whitehall Ledger, Raven’s 3D Printing, and White Hat Tech Solutions. The Whitehall Ledger is located at 405 West Legion....
Whitehall PTSA President Kylie Hansen and PTSA member Tawnya Morris amidst the many attendees at Friday’s hoedown event. The fundraiser brought in nearly $1,000 to be used for Whitehall Elementary activities....
Montana Highway Trooper TJ Renz shows Olivia Bowen and Sabrina Borino how to install their new car seats while Parker Bowen plays in the gravel. The Town gave out 71 free car seats to locals, all due to a grant awarded by Town Pump to the Town....
There is something for everyone at a Friends of NRA event, so don't miss the Jefferson Valley Friends of NRA Banquet on Saturday, April 14 at the Madison County Fairgrounds pavilion! From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is brimming with excitement. Whether you're keeping an eye on that unique item in the live auction, trying your luck at one of the games, or just dining on some delicious food, you'll be sure to have a good time. It's a family-friendly event chock-full of everything from...
The Vigilante Chapter of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation is hosting its annual Big Game Banquet on Saturday, April 29, 2023. Enjoy a dinner catered by Pig Out BBQ, as well as auctions, games, and fun! Plus have a chance to win fabulous prizes. Spend the evening enjoying great food, great friends, and a chance to win top-notch firearms, premium hunts, and exclusive gear. The banquet, raffles, and games are being held in support of elk country and hunting heritage. There's a wide variety of auct...
Thank you to everyone who supports Whitehall Wrestling and to everyone who purchased a raffle ticket this season! Special thanks to the following individuals and businesses that donated to our raffle: Riverstone Rental, Pulse Hair and Nail Salon, Hoover Halters, Smith Supply, and the Two Bit Saloon. RAFFLE WINNERS: Grand Prize (2-night stay Pipestone Hot Springs): Keith Hokanson First Prize (2-night stay Riverstone Rental Cabin in South Boulder with Pony Bar certificate): Michelle Hoover Second...
Q: How can I improve my online privacy? A: Your internet data is your private information. There are ways to intercept that data leaving your information vulnerable. One of the many ways to improve your internet security is to use a VPN. A VPN or a Virtual Private Network is a tool that allows users to access a private network securely and remotely. A VPN works by creating an encrypted tunnel between the user’s device and the VPN server, through which all internet traffic passes. This tunnel e...
The Whitehall Baptist Church’s annual Outdoorsman Night was a huge success. Above, Kyle and Tressa Gilstrap (far right) with the evening’s host and special guests Shoot Straight TV star Chad and Marsha Schearer, as well as banquet helped Mark Bickick (far left). In a Facebook post, the Whitehall Baptist Church pastor Kyle Gilstrap thanked everyone for “all the help making this happen, the great support from our community for our local fire department, Brent Harrison for singing, all the busin...
Easter is a religious holiday that occurs each spring. Easter commemorates and celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Easter is full of symbolism, but it's also steeped in traditions, including family meals. Lamb is a popular Easter Sunday meal, and this recipe for Roasted Lamb with Roasted Asparagus from Feast of the Seven Fishes: A Brooklyn Italian's Recipes Celebrating Food & Family (Powerhouse Books) by Daniel Paterna can make for the perfect Easter entree. Lamb is most tender in...
