Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
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At the October meeting of the Whitehall Town Council, held Monday, October 21, in the Town Hall Chambers, resident Stanley Olsen spoke his mind about current situations within the town and “put the sheriff on notice.” Olsen said he was fed up with the lack of attention the sheriff’s department gives Whitehall and the lack of training they receive. “The lowest form of life is a dirty cop, and I also equate that to a lazy cop,” Olsen said. Olsen said ordinances are not being followed nor maintained by our contracted police. Olsen mentioned...
This summer, while working on Jefferson County's Community Health Assessment (CHA) and subsequent Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP), two of Keith Hammonds's articles in The Monitor piqued my attention. His comment, "I'd love to see the county Health Department create a "director of community belonging" ("Belonging and civic life in America," June 19), made me stop and think about how we could make that happen. A sense of belonging and connectedness is a protective factor in our health...
Jefferson County leaders say, ever since the start of Montana’s recreational marijuana sales at the beginning of 2022, they’ve been looking at the possibility of creating a local option tax on those sales in their jurisdiction. They say now was the time it made the most sense to ask county voters whether they want to take that step. “You know, if it was a couple hundred bucks a month to start with, is that really worth the effort to put it on the ballot and bring in that little bit of tax base to offset it?” said Cory Kirsch, who chairs...
The entire Cardwell School went to the Museum of the Rockies, then to the Montana Corn Maze, on their annual school fieldtrip on October 2nd. Photos courtesy MICHAEL COOMBE...
Hi there, everyone! This is Bill Brown, a good ole Butte boy who was fortunate enough to meet and be married to a Cardwell Cougar girl, Barbara Hedges, for the past 60 years. I couldn’t have married into a nicer family with Howard and Judy Hedges, Delores, and little Mike. Having been a teacher at Butte High School for thirty years, my daughter Kim McLean at Willow Creek and Whitehall for 34 years, my grand=daughter Megan 11 years at Whitehall, and my youngest grand-daughter 3 years at Helena High, we have a total of 78 years of teaching e...
Dear Editor, About the recent hub-bub about CI-128, I honestly do not care one whit if it passes or not! I know some readers are up in arms concerning certain parts of the text, particularly parental consent. Having just read the entirety of the text, I can't help but think that this, as well as other objectionable language, seems to have been inferred. However, I do not wish to get into a political discussion or argument here but to explain my stance on abortion. The why and when, in my view,...
Dear Editor Talk is cheap. Actions speak louder than words. Put your money where your mouth is. Another one is that “less is more,” but Senator Tester believes that more is more. Try watching a TV show without 15+ ads in an hour bashing his opponent as being a “rich out-of-stater” as the reason housing prices are so high. Unaffordable housing has been an issue for the last 25 years. Back then it was the Californians, Texans, Ted Turner, or the millionaires in Big Sky, not to mention the influx of movie stars. Has this become Senator Tester...
Employers want employees to do as much work as possible while learning the fewest marketable skills possible. We know every phone number in the world, just not who it belongs to. Teachers should collab with video game makers to make education engaging. Alarm clocks would wake up people faster if they played in odd meters. Most of the animal sounds we know come from the animals’ mouths, but a bee’s buzzing comes from its wings. There has probably already been an AI-written obituary. Attractive traits are evolutionary advantages, but why are cur...
The second half of October 1898 was a mixed bag of events and weather. Springfield, Missouri, experienced the earliest snowfall on record (for the relatively short time European immigrants had lived there). The cold front plunged into the deep south and, on its way, left Kansas City with over three inches of snow. On October 18th, the first American flag was raised in Puerto Rico. Future Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, William O. Douglas, was born on October 16th. Otherwise, late...
OCTOBER 20, 1999 Montana Lt. Governor and year 2000 gubernatorial candidate Judy Martz spent the afternoon of Friday, Oct. 15 in Whitehall, where she talked about the need for jobs and economic growth, visited with area residents interested in developing a tourist train between Whitehall and Twin Bridges and visited a couple local businesses. The dispute between Rockin' the Rockies promoters and Mark Lundberg of Montana Insurance Services of Whitehall has not only been resolved, it has been...
The Whitehall community will reunite as rehearsals for the annual community cantata begin. This year's theme is "This is My Word," and Janet Heilig will direct the cantata. Rehearsals will begin on Sunday, October 27th at 7 PM at the First Christian Church. The performance will be on Sunday, December 15 at 7 PM at the church. All who wish to sing for joy are welcome; please consider joining us!...
November is a busy time for holidays and events, so I want to remind everyone of the days the Whitehall Community Library will be closed during that time. The library will be closed on November 5th for Election Day, November 11th for Veterans Day, and November 28th and 29th for Thanksgiving. The library will be open the rest of the month during regular hours. The book drop is always open if anyone needs to return items when the library is closed. The Mystery Book Club will be meeting Tuesday,...
The origin of the Red Ribbon Campaign traces back to 1985, following the tragic murder of Drug Enforcement Agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena. This initiative, begun by NFP (National Family Partnership), symbolizes a commitment to raising awareness Enrique "Kiki" Camarena was a Drug Enforcement Administration Agent who was tortured and killed in Mexico in 1985. In honor of Kiki's memory and his battle against illegal drugs, friends and neighbors began to wear red badges of satin. . Parents then...
The Impact of IoT Devices on Home Security The Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized our lives, bringing convenience and connectivity to our homes. From smart thermostats to security cameras, IoT devices are becoming increasingly common. But how do these devices impact home security? Let’s explore the benefits and potential risks of integrating IoT technology into your home. One of the most significant advantages of IoT devices is their enhanced security. Smart security cameras, d...
Erwin Carl "Mick" Sprengeler, age 87, of Whitehall, Montana, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. He was born May 5, 1937, to Arthur and Dorothea Sprengeler on their farm near Green Isle, Minnesota. While lost in a blizzard in 1951, Mick dedicated his life to ministry. He attended Concordia Academy and College, both in St. Paul, Minnesota. In 1959, he graduated from Concordia Senior College in Fort Wayne, Indiana, finally, graduating from Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri, in 1963.... Full story
We love seeing all the amazing events happening in our community, and we want to help you spread the word to as many people as possible. Whether you’re a Whitehall Chamber member or just planning something special, the Whitehall Chamber of Commerce is here to support you in promoting your event. But here’s the thing: sometimes event posters lack key details that everyone needs to know—especially people who might be visiting, new to the area, or unfamiliar with past events. While you might know where your event is happening or the speci...
What a sorry state of affairs our political system has become. Running for office has always been a dirty, ugly business, but in all my years, I have not seen anything like the last ten years. The lies in the past have always been there. But this….wow. It’s so blatant. It’s so obvious. Tester’s voting record: I never thought that auditing something was a bad idea, like auditing the Federal Reserve. Wouldn’t it be nice to know what we have in a bank? Yet, when it comes up, Tester votes against auditing the Federal Reserve. Why is that? Eve...
TROJAN SENIORS: WHS senior football players (from left) Bridger Becker, Joseph Denny, Ethan Wock, and Blake Becker were honored at Senior Night on Thursday, October 17. Senior Night for Cross Country, Volleyball, and Cheer will be Thursday, Ocotber 24th....
With the general deer and elk season coming up this weekend, a lot of folks will be hitting the field. Remember, it is up to the hunter to be familiar with the current year’s hunting regulations to be safe, ethical, and law-abiding. Below is one major regulation change this year in Regions 6 and 7 regarding mule deer doe hunting, along with the 10 most common mistakes hunters make. REGULATION CHANGE This year, in Regions 6 and 7, antlerless mule deer hunting is only permitted on private land. This includes mule deer B licenses for a p...
As increasing food costs and other everyday expenses push more Montanans to local food banks for help, the Town Pump Charitable Foundation is matching over $1.1 million to help raise $4 million during its annual fundraising campaign for food banks, including the Whitehall Area Food Pantry the Jeffco Food Share in Boulder. A record 116 food banks statewide are participating this year in the “Help Those in Need” campaign, which originated in 2001. The campaign has raised about $52 million for Montana food banks in 22 years, including nearly $12...
Do you want to make changes to your community? Are you sick of everything being status-quo? Would you like to hear what others think and how you can team together to make Whitehall better? An initial meeting to exchange ideas of mutual concern will be held at the Whitehall Legion Center (405 West Legion) on Thursday, October 24th at 2 PM. This meeting is brought to you by private Whitehall residents wishing to make a difference. Bring with you whatever topics you think impact our community. Depending upon discussion had at this first meeting,...
As Montana gears up to enter colder weather and another respiratory illness season, the Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) is encouraging Montanans to take precautions to help protect against COVID-19, influenza, pneumococcal pneumonia, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections. State health officials are urging people to protect themselves and their families from respiratory illness, stay up to date on immunizations, stay home when they are sick, get tested and evaluated for proper treatment, and practice good...
Entertaining opportunities abound during the holiday season. Whether you are hosting a small group at home or have been invited to someone's house to socialize, offering a homemade treat can show others how much you care. Few people can resist the combination of chocolate and nuts, and that's what dessert lovers will get in this recipe for Chocolate Crumble Pie, which features toasted pecans along with amaretti cookies in the topping. Enjoy, courtesy of Chocolate (Love Food) by the editors at...
Georgia, I have a question, My husband and I went on vacation with my best friend and her husband. When we arrived at the resort, we were given a $200 voucher for services due to an inconvenience we had experienced (not our fault, not the resort's). We thanked the front staff, talked about it with each other, and said each couple had $100 to spend how they wished. However, my best friend said they weren’t interested in dealing with the” hassle” a resort credit would cause. Five days later, we are on the plane coming home. My best friend mention...
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13 07:56:53 Animal: East St 08:04:32 Domestic Violence: Hwy 55 12:33:54 Medical 13:02:22 Animal: Makowski Ln 14:19:36 Fire/Smoke Report: Ratio Mtn 14:28:40 Fire/Smoke Wildland: I-90 14:29:14 Fire/Smoke Wildland: I-90 16:49:49 911 Open Line 17:05:21 Traffic Stop: I-90 17:11:07 Citizen Assist: W Legion Ave 17:44:26 Follow Up: Hwy 55 20:19:25 Traffic Stop: Hwy 69 20:26:13 Mental Crisis: Noble St 20:59:33 Traffic Stop: S Division St 22:18:21 Mental Crisis: Noble St MONDAY, OCTOBER...
