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Through the 2024 election, Montana voters will select candidates to fill 14 Montana-specific federal and state offices — plus 100 House seats and 25 open Senate seats in the state Legislature. That can be a baffling process to track even for voters who diligently follow political news. A free digital guide, a project of the nonpartisan Montana Free Press newsroom, is an effort to ensure basic information is available so voters have the opportunity to cast informed votes. It is available at https://bit.ly/3YEObnw. The Whitehall Ledger has t...
CORDIALLY INVITED! The Whitehall Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to invite you to the Grand Opening of the Montana Western Legacy Center & Trading Post on Saturday, November 2nd! This is an incredible moment as a beautiful space dedicated to preserving and celebrating our rich Montana heritage is unveiled. Join us for delicious treats and a warm welcome from 10 AM to 5 PM at 415 N Whitehall Street. Check out a sneak peek into the stunning designs of rising fashion star Michelle Fowler as...
Kids get disappointed on Halloween if they don’t get a good haul, and some adults get disappointed on Halloween because no kids visit them. Someone, somewhere, has gotten their first menstrual cycle on Halloween. It was probably traumatizing. Cocaine and Gillette razor blades cost too much to end up in some random kid’s Halloween candy. Hardly anyone gets a trick on Halloween. Everyone just gives a treat. October 1st feels more like Halloween than November 1st. No company loves an abandoned strip mall building more than Spirit Halloween. It's r...
Dear Editor, After reading the scathing letter regarding Senator Tester in last week's Whitehall Ledger, it is time for the other side of the coin. Tester is bipartisan, voting twenty times for Trump bills, and yes, he did vote in favor of the Keystone. To say different is false. Certain bills that are voted NO on are not always stand-alone issues. On the plus side, Mr. Tester voted for Mcool, and his opponent is on record saying it is OK for packers to mix foreign beef with domestic. Tester...
Dear Editor, We all have at least one thing in common: we all began life as infants in the womb. Despite our common beginnings, a widespread disregard for vulnerable human lives at this early developmental stage is wreaking havoc here in Montana, where I grew up and have practiced as an OB/GYN for more than 20 years. A far-reaching amendment on the ballot in November, CI-128, would allow unlimited induced abortion through all nine months of pregnancy. CI-128’s utter disregard for innocent h...
Dear Editor and Fellow Voters, Like many of you, my absentee ballot recently arrived in the mail. There are a lot of important choices to make this election season, but the one that will affect the children in our community the most is the choice we make for State Superintendent of Public Instruction. This person will lead our public schools for the next four years. She will act as a go-between for our schools and the federal government. She will advocate for our rural way of life and the...
1/27/1999 Whitehall area residents will have an opportunity to learn more about - and comment on - a proposal to build a rest stop at the Whitehall/I-90 interchange at a public meeting on Thursday, Oct. 28. The lot on the northeast section of the interchange was a possible location for a rest area. Whitehall High School Student of the Week was freshman Anthony St. John, who was nominated by Vo. Math teacher Carole Cogdill said Tony works hard, has a positive attitude, and works weekly with...
This Op-Ed is in response to Jim Buterbaugh’s last two Op-Ed submissions to the Whitehall Ledger in the last several weeks. First, Jim was correct in stating that we civilly discuss political topics and usually agree to disagree. Although once in a blue moon, we agree on an issue or two. I thank Jim for the past invigorating and civil discourse. Ok, enough with the pleasantries, let’s get down to the nitty gritty. In last week’s Ledger, Jim stated that Senator Tester voted against auditing the Federal Reserve Banks, but he did not cite the law...
Children's poetry is the best-kept secret in the Whitehall Community Library's collection. For those who love "Where the Sidewalk Ends" by Shel Silverstein, there are many other wonderful silly poetry books to read. "Miles of Smiles," edited by Bruce Lansky, is a book for those who like to send their children into fits of laughter with read-aloud volumes on every subject, from showering backward in the sink to "An Everything Pizza" about a pizza that literally has everything on it. Speaking of...
The Whitehall Garden Club will hold its next monthly meeting on Wednesday, November 6th, 2024. The public is welcome to join us in Borden’s Conference Room, located at 103 W. Legion Avenue, beginning at 9:30 AM to socialize and enjoy refreshments provided by our hostesses Karen Nielsen and Glenna Waltee. Our business meeting this month will kick off at 10 AM with the election of officers for our 2025 calendar year. Beginning at approximately 11 AM, Mary Baughn and Ann Palmer will give attendees a hands-on demonstration on creating collages u...
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) would like to announce and invite the public to comment on a proposal to resurface approximately 4 miles of Interstate 90 (I-90) near Whitehall. The project will begin at the Whitehall Interchange and extend east. The proposed work includes removing all the existing asphalt, paving new asphalt, and finishing the work with a seal and cover (chip seal), new pavement markings, rumble strips, signage, and guardrail. Two steel culverts at the Whitetail Creek Crossing, east of the Whitehall Interchange,...
The holiday spirit is sweeping through Whitehall as we kick off this year's Shop Local and Win in Whitehall! With so much success from last year, this event returns with more ways to celebrate local businesses and bring excitement to holiday shopping. Running from November 1st through December 20th, Whitehall shoppers can earn a chance to win incredible prizes just by supporting their favorite local spots. Here's how it works: For every $50 spent at a Whitehall business, shoppers receive an entr...
TEAM K-Bar #1: 12 wins, 5 losses Mint #2: 11 wins, 6 losses Two Bit #2: 10 wins, 7 losses Mint #3: 9 wins, 8 losses MEN 4 wins, 0 losses: Terry VanVictor 3 wins, 1 loss: Rick Kelley, Dwayne McClanahan, Will Bowen, Gordon Lyons, Tyler Blair, Todd Choquette WOMEN 3 wins, 1 loss: Deanna Wall, Leslie Dyson, Jeanette Bird 2 wins, 2 losses: Shawna Amidon...
Cybersecurity Tips for Remote Workers As remote work becomes increasingly common, ensuring cybersecurity is more important than ever. With the convenience of working from home comes the responsibility of protecting sensitive information from cyber threats. Here are some essential tips to help remote workers stay secure online. One of the simplest yet most effective ways to protect your accounts is by using strong, unique passwords. Avoid using easily guessable information like birthdays or...
KEEP ON RUNNIN': The Whitehall Trojan cross country team had six runners qualify to race at the MHSA State Meet at the University of Montana Golf Course in Missoula on Saturday, Oct. 26. They had a great season and ran well....
Eight years ago, I took a leap of faith and founded We Are HER. What started as a small blog where survivors shared their stories anonymously has grown into a wonderful community dedicated to healing, connection, and empowerment. It's hard to believe how far we've come, and I am so proud to know everyone who has become a part of the We Are HER family. Over the past eight years, we've shared countless stories, fostered a safe space for survivors to connect, and provided education and resources...
The Montana State Bobcats look to defend their title from their University of Montana Grizzly rivals as the two fan bases compete once again during the Montana Red Cross Blood Battle. In November, Cat and Griz fans go head-to-head to see who can donate the most lifesaving blood at blood drives across Bozeman and Missoula. Last year, Bobcat nation donated 124 units of lifesaving blood while the Griz gave 115 units. While competition remains fierce from year-to-year, Red Cross of Montana officials say the real winners are the numerous Montana...
Aboard a trampoline-turned-ship, Carole McGivern fishes with her great nephew and great niece. Four-year-old Grey pulls in an imaginary tuna and octopus out of the ocean of grass while his one-year-old sister, Sienna, acts as sous-chef, helping McGivern chop it up for a play-acting feast. McGivern babysits Grey and Sienna every Thursday. A routine she's grateful she didn't have to give up once a January mammogram revealed she had cancer. "I was shocked, speechless. My husband was too, my childre...
The FFA's first pop-up pumpkin patch was a huge success! Here, Kade and Kylie Glaus of Cardwell visit some of the activities!...
The final piece of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission meeting agenda for November 12 was released today outlining the 2024 wolf trapping season dates and proposing new changes to predator trapping to avoid incidental capture of a grizzly bear. This new proposal builds upon a federal court order that limits wolf trapping within a geographic area that includes all of FWP regions 1, 2 and 3, along with the western portions of regions 4 and 5 to Jan. 1 through Feb. 15. First, starting Dec. 1, the proposal says trappers in this...
Game wardens with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks recently issued citations to four individuals following an off-roading incident on the Big Hole River on Sept. 28. FWP first became aware of the incident when videos posted online showed side-by-sides driving in the Big Hole River at Salmon Fly Fishing Access Site near Melrose. The incident received lots of publicity, which led to several tips from the public that helped wardens gather information. Four individuals were cited for violating Administrative Rules of Montana 12.12.115, which...
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 began 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!...
Halloween night of the Screams Come True scare season. HOWEVER, while the fun of scaring everyone is complete, the work is not. Screams Come True must leave the Whitehall Community Center by Tuesday, November 5th, Election Day. That means there is a lot of loading, take down, and storage trip drives to be made. If you are interested in helping, your assistance is much appreciated and welcomed. The take-down crew will begin on Friday, November 1st, at 10 AM at the Whitehall Community Center....
Sweet treats are on display come Halloween. People hosting Halloween parties or bringing items over to others' homes for the holiday may need to scare up some new ideas for dessert. Chocolate never goes out of style and is right at home on Halloween. This recipe for Black Magic Cake, courtesy of The Food Network, is decadently rich. Don't let all that chocolate frighten you. Drizzle as much melted marshmallow as necessary to brighten up the flavor. Turn into a mummy face or transform the top of...
