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  • Celebrate EMS Week With A Hero Meet & Greet

    May 17, 2023

    May 21-27, 2023, is the 49th annual National EMS Week. This year's theme is EMS: Where Emergency Care Begins. A Kids Day is planned for Thursday, May 25 from 10 AM to 12 PM next to the Whitehall Volunteer Fire Department. All are invited to come and meet the emergency workers who work tirelessly to keep us safe, as well as tour the emergency vehicles. Police, Fire Department, and EMS Ambulance staff will be on hand. In 1974, President Gerald Ford authorized EMS Week to celebrate EMS...

  • Head Start Open House Thursday, May 25

    May 17, 2023

    Rocky Head Start will host an Open House for the community on Thursday, May 25, 2023, from 3 PM to 4 PM at the Whitehall Head Start building at 405 W. Legion Street. All children ages three and four are eligible to apply for Head Start, an inclusive early childhood learning opportunity for children of all abilities. Head Start is free to qualifying families and focuses on high-quality early childhood education, physical and oral health, positive social and emotional development, healthy...

  • Dear Editor: Square and Your Business

    CAREY BURNSIDE, Arctic Heat|May 17, 2023

    Dear Editor, As business owners, we all go through different phases of learning in business. We learn everything from how to run our business on paper, navigate expenses, and hire the right team of expert lawyers and accountants, to how to become more profitable. We often ask ourselves, "Am I doing this right? Is my business headed in the direction I want it to go? What areas of my business do I need to focus on?" These are just some of the many questions we encounter in day-to-day business...

  • Dear Editor: It's Time to Apply Fiscal Responsibility in DC

    DAN JOHNSON|May 17, 2023

    Dear Editor, Montana is a beacon of fiscal responsibility; it's time to apply it in DC. The state's budget surplus this year is a clear indicator that Montana is doing something right economically. We've seen this money be put to good use by reducing our tax burden and smart spending on programs that will boost our economic prosperity and bring growth and opportunity to the state. Representative Matt Rosendale has brought that same mentality to Congress. It's clear that Democrats have overspent...

  • Thought Provokers: 5/17/2023

    May 17, 2023

    Mattress stores seem to stay in business forever yet a mattress is one of the most infrequent customer purchases, Efficient workers at work are the ones punished with more work. The only real Christmas Miracle is that Santa has not gotten shot by anyone, especially in the U.S. There’s a song that you absolutely love but you’ll never listen to it again because you just forgot about it. Youth is a paradox because you want to be healthy and make good habits and set up your career, but you also want to be hedonistic so you don’t end up regre...

  • The Who and Why of the Enchanted Forest Faire

    JUDY CHADWICK, Whimsical Wonders|May 17, 2023

    The Enchanted Forest Faire is coming to Whitehall on Saturday, June 24 and the sponsors are encouraging the community to imagine and then build fairy villages, fairy homes, or other woodland character abodes. Follow the fairy dust path specially created for this event so all can meander along, enjoying the air of creativity and magic! NEED TO KNOW: Who: Whitehall Chamber of Commerce, Gold Junction Presents, and the Whimsical Wonders What: Create a fairy dwelling - open to adults and children! Where: Main Street Green and Star Theatre When:...

  • Ledger Looking Back 25 Years: May 13, 1998

    RITA BROWN, Whitehall Ledger|May 17, 2023

    MAY 13, 1998 The Whitehall Town Council approved a zoning variance for the proposed library expansion, discussed at length the plan to repair and rebuild the new water tank, and decided to explore the possibility of providing liability insurance for the Whitehall Farmer’s Market, in action at the May 11th regular council meeting. During a Thursday, May 7, 1998 sentencing hearing in federal court in Helena, the three men arrested during an August 6, 1997 drug raid south of Whitehall each received a minimum prison sentence of five years. A t...

  • Frankman Named to Dean's List

    May 17, 2023

    Katie Frankman of Cardwell MT, was named to the Spring 2023 Dean’s List at Berry College. The Dean’s List honors students who posted an academic average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale while carrying a class load of at least 12 hours during the semester. Nationally recognized for academic excellence and as an outstanding educational value, Berry is an independent, coeducational, comprehensive liberal arts college of approximately 2,200 students. For more than a century, the college has offered an exceptional education that balances int...

  • Trojans Represent at District 5B Track & Field

    May 17, 2023

    MEN'S RESULTS: Varsity 100 Meter: 8th junior Parker Wagner (11.94a PR), 9th sophomore K.T. Schuller (12.21a PR), 17th freshman Cooper Fernstrom (12.78a PR) Varsity 200 Meter: 7th junior Parker Wagner (24.49a), 9th freshman K.T. Schuller (25.20a PR) Varsity 400 Meter: 6th freshman Tucker Huckaba (55.85a PR), 7th Dixon Koenig (55.92a PR). Huckaba will be moving on to Divisionals. Varsity 800 Meter: 10th sophomore Ethan Wock (2:21.38a PR) Varsity 4x100 Relay: 6th freshman K.T. Schuller, junior Parker Wagner, freshman Dixon Koenig, senior Nick...

  • Chickenpox Cases on the Rise in Montana Youth

    JON EBELT, Montana DPHHS|May 17, 2023

    Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) officials are reporting a recent increase in the number of cases of chickenpox reported in school-aged children. And, at least half of these infections were acquired from an adult family member with shingles. Chickenpox, or varicella, can be a serious illness and is easily preventable with vaccination. “The best way to protect yourself and your child from chickenpox is vaccination,” says Jessica Lopeman, a registered nurse and epidemiologist with DPHHS. In 2022, there were 23 reported cas...

  • Robert John Powell, 81 (Updated)

    May 17, 2023

    Robert John Powell of Cardwell, Montana met His Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 27, 2022. The Powell family would like to invite you to a celebration of life service for Bob Powell at 11 AM on Saturday, June 3rd, 2023 at the Cardwell Community Church. Bob was born February 11, 1941, in Whitehall, Montana, to Donald and Alys (Hay) Powell. He had an older brother, Richard, who passed February 26, 2020. Bob is survived by his sister Coral Lowry and brother William Powell. Bob married Glenda...

  • Math Problem-Solving Camps Offered at MSU For Middle and High School Students

    MSU NEWS SERVICE|May 17, 2023

    Montana middle school and high school students passionate about advanced math are invited to attend the Mathematics Circle Summer Camp hosted by the Science Math Resource Center at Montana State University. Participants will immerse themselves in math problem-solving challenges, tour innovative university labs and engage in fun science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, or STEM, activities. The camps will meet from 9 AM to 4 PM each day on the MSU campus. The three-day camps are offered as day camps, with housing options available for o...

  • Between the Stacks: 5/17/2023

    JEANNIE FERRISS, Whitehall Community Library|May 17, 2023

    The Library will be closed on Monday, May 29, in honor of Memorial Day. We will be open regular hours the rest of the week. One question I get asked every summer is: Will the Library be open different hours? Our schedule is set for the year according to when we have the most patrons in and what times are best for different programs. We are open 48 hours a week, which is more than many libraries our size. Current hours for the Library are as follows: Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 AM to 7 PM; Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 AM to 7 PM; Fridays...

  • Tech Questions? Get the Answers: 5/17/2023

    TIM SCHOBER, White Hat Tech Solutions|May 17, 2023

    Q: How do you keep a laptop battery good? A: Your laptop battery is like a little power plant that helps your computer run. It's important to take good care of your battery so that it lasts a long time and doesn't stop working when you need it the most. Here are some tips to help you keep your laptop battery in good condition: Keep your laptop cool: Your battery works best when it's cool. Try to keep your laptop in a cool place, away from direct sunlight and other sources of heat. You can also...

  • Guest Opinion: Guns Have Changed Everything, Especially Childhood

    LAURA PRITCHETT, Writers on the Range|May 17, 2023

    I learned to shoot on the family ranch, as ranch kids are wont to do. My gun education was furthered at a Catholic summer camp, and I still have my paper target proving my marksmanship. It was hunter safety classes, and calm, clear-eyed common sense; this was the rural approach to guns I grew up with. Then it’s a story we all know: Guns became politicized. Polarized. Lobby-ized. Humans are good at inventing things, so guns got more militarized as they turned into weapons of mass destruction. Our laws, sadly, didn’t keep up, because humans can...

  • Whitehall Farmers Market Begins June 17

    May 17, 2023

    Whitehall’s annual weekly event - the Whitehall Farmer’s Market - will begin Saturday, June 17 in Legion Park. The market is open to all home-based businesses, community fundraising groups, and those with vintage or repurposed goods to sell. The Market will be held on Saturdays from 9 AM - 1 PM, starting June 17th and running through October, weather permitting. Vendor spaces are still only $5 a day, and those who are interested in participating are encouraged to call Bernice Nicholson at 406...

  • Nonresident Hunters Eligible for Alternate List

    MORGAN E. JACOBSEN, Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks|May 17, 2023

    Beginning May 15 and running through June 30, nonresident hunters can register their name to the Alternate’s List on MyFWP. Every year, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks gets several unused nonresident combination licenses (big game, general elk, and general deer combination licenses) returned by customers. FWP resells these returned licenses through the Alternate’s List. The Alternate’s List is an option for nonresident hunters to express their interest in purchasing one of these returned licenses by registering their name to this listing. A hun...

  • Whitehall Mother's Day O-Mok-See Results

    Whitehall Saddle Club|May 17, 2023

    Leadline: Wayne Johnson, 300 pts 8-11: Allie Ebert, 360 pts Katie Ebert, 500 pts 12-15: Lilly Ebert, 190 pts Abby Swoboda, 470 pts Kaylee O'Shee, 450 pts 16-39: Darbi Rebo, 290 pts Michael Johnson, 480 pts Jeremy Williams, 470 pts Annie Williams, 270 pts Brittany Delehart, 300pts Tana Billingsley, 80 pts Tyler Twaddle, 180 pts Caleb O'Shee, 300pts Christy O'Shee, 280 pts 40+ Chris Ouellette, 360 pts Chad O'Shee, 500 pts...

  • FWP to Host Free Beginner Fly Fishing Classes

    MORGAN E. JACOBSEN, Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks|May 17, 2023

    Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will host several fly fishing classes in Bozeman next month. These classes will be free and geared toward helping new anglers become familiar with the basics. Topics will include fly casting, fly tying, fishing knots, and how to choose the right fly. All class equipment will be provided, but participants should be prepared to be outdoors for much of the class. Space is limited, and participants must sign up in advance. Classes for adults will be on these dates: June 10 June 17 June 24 Classes for youth will also...

  • Veteran's College Scholarship Now Open

    May 17, 2023

    Whitehall American Legion Post 24 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4603 have opened the Dennis Smith Essay Competition. The competition offers a $1,000 college scholarship to a graduating senior; the deadline to apply is May 22, 2023. Applicants are asked to discuss What is a Veteran? Why do men and women serve in the US Armed Forces? What is the future role of America in changing world events? What part of this role will the military play? More information is available from Casey Norbeck, WHS Guidance Counselor, or on the following...

  • RECIPE OF THE WEEK: Authentic Greek Salad

    May 17, 2023

    Quick and simple meals are the name of the game when warm weather beckons and spending time in the kitchen is less attractive. Salads are best during midsummer when they can be comprised of fresh and ripe ingredients plucked right from the garden. What's more, salad can be a side dish or even the main meal if fortified with a little protein and some bread. This recipe for Authentic Greek Salad from Clueless in the Kitchen: Cooking for Beginners (Firefly Books) by Evelyn Raab is ideal. The...

  • Jefferson County Sheriff's Report: Week of 5/7/2023

    Jefferson County Sheriff Department|May 17, 2023

    SUNDAY, MAY 7 00:48:33 Hit & Run: N Whitehall St 08:12:15 Welfare Check: I-90 09:19:58 Medical: Hwy 55 09:24:30 Transport (Prisoner or Other) 12:00:59 Welfare Check: I-90 13:34:07 Medical: Hwy 55 13:51:15 911 Open Line: I-90 15:07:59 Motor Vehicle Accident (Non-Injury): I-90 15:28:40 Stranded Motorist: I-90 15:43:48 911 Open Line 16:08:44 Animal: Hwy 69 17:19:53 Traffic Hazard 18:00:49 Animal: Franich Ln 18:19:45 Traffic Hazard: Airport Ln 18:30:06 Traffic Stop: Hot Springs Rd 18:40:38 Traffic Stop: Hot Springs Rd 19:17:32 911 Open Line: W...

  • Connecting Point: Who's Watching Us

    BILL LANES|May 17, 2023

    As technology has advanced, I’ll be the first to admit distrusting the so-called “Cloud”, the online system that saves my pictures, documents, and more on a server in Butte, Bozeman, Seattle, Washington, Sacramento, California, or Dillon, just to make the point. A friend of mine recently told me that he deleted some files on his computer, not knowing that everything was deleted on his entire cloud account—a major hassle. I’m all for files being saved; however, I’m a yard leery of others, namely hackers, getting my personal data and information...

  • Horoscopes: Week of 5/17/2023

    May 17, 2023

    ARIES Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, try to rectify an imbalance in a relationship with another person close to you this week. It’s never too late to make amends, and the rewards are fully worth it. TAURUS Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, friction can be overcome with patience and perseverance. Take an even-keeled approach and give things time to simmer. Change will come. GEMINI May 22/Jun 21 The brighter you shine, the more things will come your way this week, Gemini. Wear a big smile on your face and get out into the thick of things. CANCER Jun 22/Jul 22 C...

  • Whitehall TV Channel 49.1: Week of 5/18/2023

    May 17, 2023

    THURSDAY, MAY 18 5:00PM PBS NEWSHOUR 6:00PM THIS OLD HOUSE 6:30PM ASK THIS OLD HOUSE 7:00PM LUCY WORSLEY’S ROYAL MYTHS & SECRETS: ELIZABETH 1, THE WARRIOR QUEEN 8:00PM PBS NEWSHOUR 9:00PM AMANPOUR & COMPANY 10:00PM THIS OLD HOUSE 10:30PM ASK THIS OLD HOUSE 11:00PM OUTBACK: THE KIMBERLEY COMES ALIVE FRIDAY, MAY 19 5:00PM PBS NEWSHOUR 6:00PM WASHINGTON WEEK 6:30PM FIRING LINE 7:00PM BBC NEWS 7:30PM DINING WITH THE CHEF 8:00PM PBS NEWSHOUR 9:00PM AMANPOUR & COMPANY 10:00PM GREAT PERFORMANCES: RICHARD III SATURDAY, MAY 20 5:00PM ANTIQUES R...

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