Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
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If it feels like you’ve gotten more spam calls than usual this year, it’s not your imagination - over two-thirds of Americans report receiving more spam calls in 2024 than in 2023. WhistleOut analyzed data about robocalling in the U.S. and surveyed 1,000 adults about how they’re handling the increase in spam. While robocalls are widespread, not every state suffers equally: Montanans receive 112,548,100 robocalls annually. That’s 100/person. New Threats: Half of Americans lack confidence in their ability to spot AI-generated robocalls Victim Dem...
The number of acres enrolled in Block Management, a hunting access program managed by Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks, has continued its gradual decline despite efforts to bolster landowner interest in the program. Hunters have been tracking revisions to Block Management, hopeful that changes to the landowner reimbursement payment structure authorized by the last two Montana Legislatures can reverse flagging participation in the program and help alleviate concerns about crowding as sales of hunting licenses climb. As the last week of the...
The typical NorthWestern Energy residential customer will see a $7.96 decrease in their monthly electricity bill following the Montana Public Service Commission’s (PSC) decision to adopt a temporary rate structure. On Tuesday, November 26th, commissioners authorized the 7.2% rate decrease at the recommendation of PSC staff, who determined that falling natural gas prices and a shifting regional energy market are working in electricity consumers’ favor. The PSC is the elected utility board tasked with balancing the financial health of monopoly ut...
The holidays are a time for gathering with family and friends to catch up, make memories, and usually eat a lot of food. However, experts at National Jewish Health stress that if you or your child have food allergies, knowing every ingredient in Grandma’s special holiday cookies or your aunt’s famous casserole is crucial to enjoying the season safely. “One bad mouthful of food can be extremely dangerous for those with food allergies,” said Jessica Hui, MD, a pediatric allergist and immunologist at National Jewish Health. “There are a lot of hid...
Montana’s Alcoholic Beverage Control Division (ABCD) will again award five, one-time, $2,000 scholarships to students who come up with a design and write a brief paragraph (explaining design) to create posters, T-shirts, stickers or decals, coasters, billboards, etc. dedicated to the question: What does “Alcohol Responsibility Matters” mean to you and your community? What is the purpose of the scholarships? Montana’s Alcoholic Beverage Control Division (ABCD) is a member of the National Alcohol Beverage Control Association (NABCA) and receive...
Christmas: The Whitehall Ledger will close at 4 PM on December 20th and reopen December 26th. There will be no Whitehall Ledger edition the week of Christmas. Merry Christmas! New Year's Eve: Deadline for the 1/1/2025 paper will be 12/29/2024. The Whitehall Ledger will close at 3 PM on December 31st and reopen January 2nd. The 1/1/2025 paper will not be mailed until January 2nd....
The holiday season doubles as cookie season. Indeed, there's no shortage of baking opportunities in December. Various cookies make the rounds, and if you are tasked with bringing cookies to a function, you might be interested in something a little different. Santa's Whiskers likely get their name from the coconut on these cookies, which resemble Santa's beard. Maraschino cherries also add some jolly red to the cookies, making them perfect for Christmas. Try this recipe from Butter, Flour,...
GEORGIA, I have a question, At Thanksgiving dinner at my inlaws this weekend, my mother-in-law handed me several napkins in the middle of the meal. I became very self-conscious, thinking I must be making a mess. I checked my mirror, and everything was fine as far as I could tell, but I still felt embarrassed. Sometimes, I need extra napkins, but I prefer to ask for them myself. On the other hand, I appreciate my mother-in-law's kindness, so I wouldn’t want to discourage her from being alert and helpful. What’s your take? NOT MESSY MESSY EAT...
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24 00:14:43 Traffic Stop: I-90 03:08:12 Vehicle Accident (Non-Injury): I-90 07:22:06 Vehicle Accident (Non-Injury): I-90 07:41:09 Vehicle Accident (Injury): I-90 08:56:51 Vehicle Accident (Non-Injury): I-90 09:17:52 Vehicle Accident (Non-Injury) 09:31:08 Vehicle Accident (Non-Injury): I-90 10:03:17 Agency Assist 10:44:36 Vehicle Accident (Non-Injury): Hwy 2 W 11:36:23 911 Hang Up: Hwy 287 11:40:44 Extra Patrol 16:51:05 Follow Up: Wapiti Rd 17:05:09 Traffic Hazard 17:16:52...
ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, your energy is impressive and contagious this week. You can use it to tackle tasks you have been putting off. A surprise message could brighten your weekend. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, review your budget and consider a new investment opportunity. This week brings a chance to reconnect with someone special. Don't avoid vulnerability, as it could enhance things. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 You might find yourself in discussions leading to exciting new projects, Gemini. Be open to collaboration and work on improving...
Throughout history, numerous views of Jesus exist. Likewise, the same is true today, depending on your audience. Christmas is fast approaching, and many of us acknowledge that this holiday is all about Jesus; others consider Christmas a time of giving or cheer minus Christ. Ultimately, the question is up to each individual to decide whether to accept the claims of Jesus Christ. I’m certainly not ashamed to share my beliefs regarding Jesus; the foundation of my faith rests on the Bible and solid historical evidence that affirms Christ’s cla...
