Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, be careful what you ask for, as things have a funny way of coming true for you this week. Censor your thoughts for now, and perhaps hold your cards closer to the vest. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, you may have a lot of anxious thoughts right now. Friends provide a welcome diversion later in the week, and you also may want to put in more hours at work to stay distracted. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, plans aren’t panning out as you’d hoped, so consider other opportunities. Stop and consider all the pos...
One of the couple extraordinary scenes in the New Testament includes the days when Jesus miraculously feeds thousands of people; two separate accounts occur, all of which are recorded by Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Numerous other miracles occurred as Jesus interacted with people. He defied normal logic yet was down-to-earth and practical. Let’s focus on Luke’s account… “When the apostles returned, they reported to Jesus what they had done. Then he took them with him and they withdrew by themselves to a town called Bethsaida, but the crowds...
Millions insist no holiday meal is complete without some pie for dessert. Pie served with coffee certainly makes for a fitting end to a holiday meal, and hosts can serve any pie and still end up with some satisfied guests. Though pie aficionados typically have their go-to pie, pumpkin pie is especially popular at the holiday dinner table. Hosts who want to cater to the masses can serve the following recipe for Pumpkin Pie courtesy of Emily Luchetti's Classic Stars Desserts (Chronicle Books)....
Georgia, I have a question, My fourteen-year-old daughter just had her baby last week. She chose to name her daughter Prayerleigh Annnejanston. I absolutely hate the name. I don’t know what to do. Do I voice my concerns or just let her do her own thing since she’s an adult now? NAME HATIN’ Dear HATIN’, Oh my, oh my, oh my. There is so much to unpack in that one short paragraph. 14. Fourteen. FOURTEEN. Your 14-year-old CHILD just had a CHILD of her own. She IS NOT an adult, as you stated, but a little girl who is probably scared of what her futu...
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17 01:46:33 Traffic Hazard 05:43:52 Suicide Threats: Hwy 69 08:11:32 Citizen Assist: Pipestone Rd 09:48:54 Medical: E First St 11:31:35 Civil: Jackrabbit Ln 18:42:12 Citizen Assist: Camp Caroline Rd MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18 03:19:08 Medical: E Second St 07:07:18 Traffic Hazard: I-90 12:10:14 Fire/Smoke Report: Kaddy Ln 13:06:02 Medical: W First St 13:07:14 Vehicle Accident (Injury): I-90 13:24:05 Civil Standby: Friend Spring Rd 13:28:16 911 Hang Up 18:24:01 Traffic Stop: Hwy 55...
We all grow up being indoctrinated with rules that limit us. The purveyors of this information are not malicious. They are simply passing along what they themselves have been taught. You are probably aware of one or more of the following rules. Decide for yourself if you have been limited by any of them. Don’t rock the boat: This rule encourages conformity. Conformity offers protection from criticism. But those who succeed don’t care about criticism. They become adept at new or better ways of doing things despite opinions. Nice guys finish last...
NorthWestern Energy will join Utilities United Against Scams (UUAS) this week to support International Fraud Awareness Week and to recognize the ninth annual Utility Scam Awareness Day on Wednesday, Nov. 20. Utility Scam Awareness Day is an advocacy and awareness campaign focused on educating customers and exposing scammer tactics. For years, scammers have posed as utility workers and attempted to steal financial information or obtain immediate payment from customers by threatening service interruptions. This is known as a utility impostor scam...
As the weather has gotten colder and more families turn to space heaters, woodburning stoves, and fireplaces to keep warm, the Montana Red Cross is reminding families to take some important steps to stay safe from home fires. Since Oct. 1, the Red Cross has responded to 32 home fires in Montana and helped 116 people meet their most immediate needs like food, shelter, clothing, and emotional support. “It’s not unusual to see an increase in home fires this time of year – especially home heating fires -- but there are things you can do,” said Sc...
NOVEMBER 24, 1999: Whitehall officially received recognition as a "certified city" under the Montana Certified Community Program, and the Whitehall Chamber of Commerce has the plaque to prove it. The Certified Community Project has been around for a decade and rewards communities and counties for local economic development efforts. With the recognition under the program comes the potential to obtain state grants and other funding to help with Chamber activities and economic development...
Even though one in five Americans is estimated to suffer from mental health illness, talk about mental health in the rural West remains muted. I’d like to talk about it this Thanksgiving because I’m grateful I got the help I needed after a long-fought problem: I’m bipolar, and I’m being treated for it. I didn’t start out bipolar. I was 24 when my behavior took a dive. At first, I chalked it up to my job in New York, where I was buying and selling stocks all day. I became manic and anxious, prone to l periods of depression laced with sleepless...
Governor Greg Gianforte reminded Montana school superintendents of the upcoming December 1 deadline to apply for funds to boost starting teacher pay. “As a son and father of teachers, I’ve seen firsthand the dedication these professionals have for helping students reach their full, outstanding potential,” Gov. Gianforte said. “In Montana, we must continue to do more to increase starting teacher pay and the TEACH Act helps school districts do just that. I encourage all Montana superintendents to apply for this incentive to help boost pay for...
Montana’s Alcoholic Beverage Control Division (ABCD) is a member of the National Alcohol Beverage Control Association (NABCA) and has received an alcohol education award from this organization. NABCA’s mission is to support member jurisdictions in their efforts to protect public health and safety and ensure responsible and efficient systems for beverage alcohol distribution and sales. ABCD will again award five, one-time, $2,000 scholarships to Montana high school seniors graduating in 2025 who write a short paragraph of 250 words maximum (ex...
I hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend! The Whitehall Community Library will be closed on Thursday, November 28th, and Friday, November 29th, for the holiday. We will be open all other days at regular hours. We have a huge book order coming in this week and next, so look for lots of new adult fiction, children's, and young adult books. The staff has been processing new DVDs in time for the holiday vacations as well, so check the new movie section. December is coming, and the...
While the holidays can be a time of celebration, joy, and connection, they can also bring emotional struggle and loneliness for some. From financial worries to social gatherings, the holiday season and its increased demands can take a toll on our mental health. If you are among those feeling stress or sadness, it’s important to remember you are not alone. In a survey by the American Psychological Association, 38% of people surveyed said their stress increased during the holiday season, and the N...
Shame on us. In our political discourse, we throw the “isms” around willy-nilly without really discussing – or understanding -- what they actually mean. Liberalism, socialism, Marxism, fascism, conservatism, libertarianism… At election time, we employ these labels to blast or boast about a given candidate. But words have meaning beyond being political hand grenades. Fundamental philosophies of government pace the course of human history and cast the die of our destiny, for good or evil. We fight over government policies and practices, and that...
On the beautiful morning of her passing, at the age of 86, her magnolia tree bloomed a second time, birthing six new blooms. On August 6, 2024, Barbara "Bobbie" Kuipers' spirit was set free to join her Heavenly Father and her adoring husband, Albert Kuipers. Barbara was born on March 16, 1938, in Whitehall, MT, to Ralph Huckaba and Violet Stacy Huckaba. Raised in Montana, she completed her Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education with minors in English and Music at Western Montana College of E... Full story
William "Bill" Hans Anderson passed away on November 2nd, 2024, at the age of 87, due to complications from dementia, diabetes and pneumonia. Born on May 5, 1937, in Dillon, Montana, to Hans Anderson and Marie Mikkelsen Anderson, he was one of five siblings: Fred, Alice "Sally," Phyllis, and JoAnn. Bill's father, Hans Anderson, migrated to America from Denmark around 19, and Bill was a proud member of the Danish Brotherhood organization. He grew up on the family ranch in Waterloo, Montana, and... Full story
Donald R Hampa passed peacefully on November 4, 2024, in Butte. Donald was born on November 23, 1936, to Louise and Ralph Hampa in Whitehall, Montana, where he grew up and graduated from high school. In high school, Donald worked at the Lewis and Clark Caverns alongside his Uncle Mel during the summers, enjoying every minute. At 17, he was asked to try out for a baseball farm team in Seattle, but life got in the way, and he did not go. He played 3rd base and outfield positions. Then, at 18, he... Full story
Dear Editor, The "Deplorables" showed up for the election and demanded change. The economy is the number one issue and needs fixing. Cutting waste and programs is a good start, but not enough. The issue of theft must be addressed. "In the absence of the gold standard, there is no way to protect savings from confiscation through inflation. There is no safe store of value... The financial policy of the welfare state requires that there be no way for the owners of wealth to protect themselves....
Dear Editor, I don't know Donald Trump personally, so I can't say whether I love or hate him. I am definitely NOT a Trumper, for what it's worth. Did I approve of his first stint as President? Does it really matter? Do I believe, as some have implied, that he is America's Messiah? It depends on what one means by Messiah or how they think he will save America. What would that salvation look like? What makes America great? Will we ever see peace in the Middle East? For that matter, what WOULD peac...
Dear Editor, I receive my paper my mail, so it takes me a week to get it. I just read Chiara Schober's letter in the November 13, 2024, issue today, November 22nd. I 1000% agree with her! In looking for the simplest explanation online to refute these rumors, I found an article written by Catherine Beyer in 2018 that says it best. "The truth is that Halloween is associated with Satanism only in certain circumstances and in very recent times. Historically, Halloween has nothing to do with...
In the United States, a national day of giving thanks for what we have is followed by a national day of buying new things to replace what we have. One of the most exciting feelings in the world as a kid was finding a Chuck-e-Cheese token left in the coin return hole. It’s amazing how often we ask questions that we don’t want the real answers to. Your friends will tell you the “Truth” even if it hurts your feelings because they’re concerned for your well-being. This doesn’t necessarily mean their “Truth” is factually or morally correct. Double...
