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Recently, a team of juniors from Whitehall High School had the incredible opportunity to participate in the prestigious Model United Nations (MUN) conference in Missoula, Montana. Payton DuBois, Jaeden Aragon, Miles McLean, and Landen Mitoke, accompanied by their advisor, Mrs. Kidd, represented Whitehall High School on this educational and impactful journey. Model United Nations is an interactive learning experience designed to teach students about diplomacy, international relations, and the wor...
Did you know the Whitehall Ledger is personally acquainted with the big jolly man AND his wife? Mr and Mrs Claus will make a special appearance at the Whitehall Ledger on Wednesday, December 18, from noon to 2 PM at 405 W Legion. For those little ones who still haven't written your letter to Santa - do it soon! However, Santa and Mrs Claus will give a special treat to anyone who comes in to say hello!...
The Whitehall Community Christmas Cantata members cordially invite you to attend the annual event this Sunday, December 15th, at 7 PM at the Whitehall First Christian Church. The 2024 Cantata is "This is My Word" and features the voices of your friends, family, and neighbors. As is tradition, the Cantata is under the direction of Janet Heilig and Norm Tebay. Everyone who loves music, singing, the holidays, and the joy of fellowship is invited to attend free of charge. Refreshments will be...
The Whitehall PTSA and 21st Century After School Program are proud to host the annual FREE FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT on Thursday, December 12th, at the Star Theatre. Doors open at 5:30 PM, and The Santa Clause will begin showing at 6:15 PM. A card decorating station will be provided by the 21st Century. A potluck will be served as well. Bring a pot of soup, chili, or dessert to share and you might just win the BEST TASTING DISH prize!...
'Tis the season for peace and good cheer, food, friends, and family. In the spirit of Christmas, a local gentleman has sponsored a free showing of the Christmas classic The Polar Express at the Star Theatre on Monday, December 23rd at 7 PM. Movie entry is free of charge; concessions are not free of charge. Gold Junction Presents will offer free Christmas present wrapping during the movie in the office area of the Star Theatre. Parents: Bring the kiddos for a fun, family movie, and have your...
Friday, December 13th is the last day to submit changes and/or ads to the Whitehall Area Phone Book. The new phone book is slated to be released in January. If you would like an ad in the phone book or know of a name/number needing to be changed, please get in touch with the Whitehall Ledger at 406-287-5301....
The Whitehall High School Wrestling team competed in the Badger Invitational in Cascade over the weekend of December 7th. Team Whitehall racked up 127.5 team points, placing them fifth overall out of 20 teams competing. Silver medals were won in the championship round by sophomores Joey Beebout in the 157 weight class (far left), Levi Fuller in the weight class 165 (left), and Jack Raty in the weight class 175 (below, left). Senior Ethan Wock also took third place in the heavyweight class,...
SEASON OPENER The Whitehall Trojans Boys Basketball team took on the White Sulphur Springs Hornets in their first games of the season on Trojan home turf....
ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Your pioneering spirit is in full swing this week, Aries. Embrace new challenges, and don’t hesitate to get out front and take the lead. You might inspire others with your confidence. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Make finances a priority this week, Taurus. Budgeting could ease some of the financial stress affecting you lately. Indulge in a small luxury as a reward for hard work. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Conversations could be interesting this week, Gemini. You’re curious about what others do when they are home behind closed doo...
When was the last time you heard the phrase, “Repeat after me,” or spoken it? Somehow, we all find ourselves on one side of this scenario: repeating some direction or question with the phrase. Other times, we’re on the receiving end of the phrase, either catching or missing the point. Frustration can surely add to the dilemma when communication breaks down. Jesus often found Himself communicating some direction or teaching with His disciples only to be frustrated with their lack of clarity or even disobedience. It’s important to note that Jesus...
Many foods are associated with Christmastime, but none are perhaps as familiar as gingerbread. Although gingerbread's slightly spicy and warming tang is often enjoyed in cookie form or baked into panels used to create gingerbread houses, the spice combination of ginger, cloves, and cinnamon can impart a delicious flavor to cakes as well. INGREDIENTS 1 cup packed muscovado sugar (dark brown works great) 1/2 cup plus 2 Tablespoons butter, softened 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 eggs, room...
Christmas at the Library was a huge success, and we had 410 people in attendance at the Whitehall Community Library. It could not have happened without the help of some amazing people. Thank you to my devoted staff, who never quit moving as they did one activity after another and then stayed to clean up. Thank you also to our volunteers and Friends who made cookies, helped run the desk, washed books, assisted with programs, sorted a mountain of winter wear to give away, and answered questions...
The Whitehall Garden Club (WGC) is off to having the merriest of Christmas festivities! The Whitehall Volunteer Fire Station barrels have been decorated by a WGC elf with such sparkle and aplomb for all to enjoy. Christmas trees cut by the WGC forest elves have been brought to town and are ready for sale near the Montana Western Legacy Center. $25 for each beautiful tree! Along with community festivities, the WGC also held the installation of their officers (Kathy Ross, President; Jayne Dean,...
This is one in a series of estate and legacy planning articles. Authors are Kaleena Miller, Madison-Jefferson County Extension Agent, kaleena.miller1@montana.edu and Marsha Goetting, MSU Extension Family Economics Specialist, marsha.goetting@montana.edu. According to Marsha Goetting, MSU Extension family economics specialist, Montanans can make a gift to themselves and open a Medical Care Savings Account (MSA) or make deposits into existing MSAs before Dec. 31 and reduce their state income taxes for 2024. MSA account holders may deposit up to...
There's a small wooden cabin at the top of Northwest Peak, a few miles from Montana's borders with Idaho and Canada, and Chuck Manning, 79, believes lookouts like this one deserve a second chance at being useful. The fire lookout sits about 7,700 feet above sea level and seems in good condition despite being abandoned since 1955, when the Forest Service last staffed the outpost. Manning leads the Northwest Montana Lookout Association, a nonprofit group that supports government agencies in...
December 8, 1999 Grant Godbolt, a Forest Service District Ranger in Whitehall for nine years, will be moving to a new job within the Forest Service, interim Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest supervisor Larry Timchak said. Godbolt, who has served as the Jefferson District Ranger on the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest since October 1990, confirmed he is looking elsewhere for employment within the Forest Service. The Whitehall School Board, at its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday,...
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1 09:02:09 Medical: E Legion St 09:39:20 Stolen Vehicle: Hot Springs Rd 09:43:11 Traffic Offense: I-90 13:53:17 911 Misdial: I-90 14:56:01 Traffic Stop: Legion/Brooke 15:05:06 Premises Check: N Main St 15:17:21 Premises Checks: N Whitehall St 15:40:13 Traffic Offense: I-90 21:40:50 Traffic Stop: W Commercial Way MONDAY, DECEMBER 2 09:12:51 Traffic Stop: Hwy 55 15:25:57 Threats: Yellowstone Trl 15:40:18 Medical: Wrangler Rd 16:32:48 Traffic Offense: Hwy 2 W 17:54:39 Traffic Stop...
This story is adapted from the MT Lowdown, a weekly newsletter digest containing original reporting and analysis published every Friday. A reader pointed out earlier this week that national reports from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on kindergarten vaccination rates have shown what they considered a conspicuous omission over the past three years — a complete absence of data for the state of Montana. Finding their curiosity infectious, we dug in. We confirmed that, shortly after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, M...
Montana lawmakers avoided another fight over transgender politics while crafting rules for the upcoming 2025 Legislature, saying they didn’t want the distraction. Members of the Joint Rules Committee narrowly rejected a proposal to limit bathroom access for transgender lawmakers. Several said banning transgender women lawmakers from women’s restrooms in the Capitol would only distract from the Legislature’s business. Rep. Jerry Schillinger, of Circle, proposed the ban. “It says what probably shouldn’t need to be said and puts in rules whe...
Dear Editor, Despite the fact the headline should have read "River Ranch Gets Green Light as Proposed New Conservation Easement," I am so grateful to the Whitehall Ledger for re-printing the article the Monitor ran two weeks ago. I have had so many gratifying conversations with community members who are interested in knowing about the process. Chad Klinkenborg was my contact at Montana Land Reliance (MLR), and he can be reached at chad@mtlandreliance@gmail.com or 406-570-4271. He explained...
As the crisp air of winter sets in, it brings along more than just cozy holiday sweaters and hot cocoa—it signals the start of respiratory season. With increased cases of colds, flu, and other respiratory illnesses, it’s crucial to take steps to protect yourself and your family. “As we enter the respiratory season, we’re expecting an uptick in viruses like the flu, RSV and COVID-19,” said Dr. Collette Chorney with Intermountain Health. “We’re advising patients to stay proactive about their health—keeping up with vaccinations, practicing good...
There are ten steps to cleaning a slow cooker: Soak, followed by saying nine times, “I thought I got everything.” Humans transformed their apex predators into their best friends. If two motorcyclists driving side by side held hands, they could be considered a car. Someone is living the perfect day right now, but you’ll never know about it because they’re too busy enjoying it to post about it. Morality is often ignored not because it lacks importance but because humanity has yet to find a way to measure it. It’s interesting how singers/p...
Georgia, I have a question, My annual Christmas party is coming up, and I want to uninvite my sister and her fiance. Let me explain. Last year, when asked if she was going, she said with disgust, “I’m not going to that,” but then showed up late, announced her engagement, and left. I would’ve been happy for her, but she didn’t say hello to me, didn’t say goodbye, didn’t even show me the ring. I just heard cheering from the other room, and then, after they left, it was all anyone could talk about. This year, I invited all my siblings again, and i...
Muzzleloader heritage season opens on Saturday, Dec. 14, and runs through Sunday, Dec. 22. This season is for heritage muzzleloaders only; no other means of taking game, such as archery, is allowed. Note that some areas have elk shoulder seasons through Feb. 15, where firearms and archery equipment may be allowed. Hunters should also note that many of Montana’s Block Management Areas (BMAs), even though they are open for upland bird or waterfowl through Jan. 1, are not allowing the harvest of deer or elk during the muzzleloader heritage season....
The Whitehall Ledger is finishing up work on the 2025-2026 phone book and hopes to release it in January. While the original advertising and change deadline was last week, the Ledger is doing one final call for updates. If you would like an ad in the phone book or know of a name/number that needs to be changed, please get in touch with the Whitehall Ledger at 406-287-5301. No further changes will be accepted after December 13th....
