Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
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The Whitehall Senior Center has proudly held its doors open to the Whitehall community for fifty years! Join Jim Webster and the rest of the Senior Citizen crew on Saturday, February 2nd, from 1 PM to 5 PM for an ice cream social at the Senior Center, located at 3 N. Division Street. The Whitehall Chamber of Commerce will also be on hand to celebrate this golden anniversary with a gold ribbon-cutting ceremony! Don’t miss the fun and celebrations this Saturday from 1 PM to 5 P...
The Jefferson Valley Museum is offering a free program on Wednesday evening, February 19th, at 7 PM at the museum barn. Take a "walk" through the Whitehall cemetery while comfortably seated in a warm room. The program will cover history given at the October cemetery walk with some additional information included. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about more than 30 past residents of the town and valley, some well-known and others few have heard about; all played a part in our...
Everyone is invited to an intergenerational (all-ages) BINGO and Soup Night at Trinity United Methodist (102 N. Brooke Street) on Wednesday, February 19th, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Join us for a bowl of soup and a time to connect and play bingo and other games. All are welcome, invited, and encouraged to attend this fun evening!...
Everyone is invited to an intergenerational (all-ages) BINGO and Soup Night at Trinity United Methodist (102 N. Brooke Street) on Wednesday, February 19th, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Join us for a bowl of soup and a time to connect and play bingo and other games. All are welcome, invited, and encouraged to attend this fun evening!...
This week and next are full of activities at the Whitehall Community Library. Many have noticed that the stairway and children's areas are getting a new look, as artist Teresa Young is painting a full-scale mural on the new office wall and sunflowers down the stairs. With all the snow falling this year, it makes things so cheerful to see all the bright colors, which give hope of warm weather and spring. Our first Teen History Book Club meets on Friday, February 21st, at 1 PM. The History Book...
1 YEARS AGO - FEBRUARY 1925, Part II: February 1925 was busy around the world. Headlines in the Jefferson Valley News that month included Income Tax Returns Must Be Filed By March 15; President Pays Sincere Tribute To Newspapers; Walsh To Pay Supreme Penalty This Saturday (he was sentenced to death in the murder of Al Johnson in Renova); and 3 Killed in Auto Plunge at Jefferson Island; and, for the first time in U. S. history, the Presidential Inaugural Ceremonies To Be Broadcasted. Other...
FEBRUARY 16, 2000: An estimated 185-220 people came to eat and enjoy each other's company at the Sweetheart Breakfast Fundraiser held on Sunday, Feb.13, at the Whitehall Senior Citizen Center. Whitehall Middle School sent a group of "mathletes" to the annual Mathcounts competition, held Feb. 8 in Butte. Eleven teams competed in the event, and the Whitehall team composed of Ben Atkinson, Justin Stratton, Janelle Anderson, Mikael Moore, Jayce Bell, John Burmeister, and Cindy Lofftus, plus Billy...
The Westerlies, "an arty quartet...mixing ideas from jazz, new classical, and Appalachian folk" (New York Times) are a New York-based brass quartet comprised of Riley Mulherkar and Chloe Rowlands on trumpet, and Andy Clausen and Addison Maye-Saxon on trombone. From Carnegie Hall to Coachella, The Westerlies navigate a wide array of venues and projects with the precision of a string quartet, the audacity of a rock band, and the charm of a family sing-along. On Saturday, March 1, 2025 they will...
Lights, Camera, Action! Are you ready to experience the glitz and glamour of Hollywood right here in Whitehall, Montana? Get ready to roll out the red carpet and join us at the Whitehall Star Theatre on Sunday, March 2nd, at 4 PM for the most epic Oscars Party of the year, hosted by none other than Gold Junction Presents! From the moment you step through the doors of the Star Theatre, you’ll be transported into a world of movie magic and excitement. Picture this: a dazzling red carpet r...
Southwest Montana Youth Partners is a nonprofit organization based in Boulder, Montana. Its mission is to facilitate and promote quality, affordable youth programs. The Youth Leadership Program is an initiative for seventh to ninth-grade students and is finishing its pilot year. The third cohort of students included students county-wide. The purpose of the Youth Leadership Program is to allow young people to explore and practice personal leadership skills and create positive change in their...
The Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance (CSI) is urgently warning residents about the growing threat of romance scams in the state. The Rising Threat of Romance Scams: Romance scams, which involve deceptive online relationships often initiated through dating websites, apps, or social media, have become increasingly prevalent. Scammers create fake profiles to lure unsuspecting individuals seeking companionship, ultimately asking for or stealing money once they’ve gained the victim’s trust. According to the Federal Trade Com...
Sometimes when I drive past the little house my wife and I bought when we first married, 30 years ago, it makes me sad. Not only because of nostalgia, but because of economics. We were young professionals and bought a cute one-bedroom crackerbox in a small Montana town for less than $50,000. Today on Zillow, that house lists for more than $300,000. There's no way salaries have kept up with that kind of inflation. Clearly, rising costs are hitting the working class hard. The escalating prices of...
Montana is at a crossroads in our management of wildlife. We will either maintain our decades-long tradition in which everyone has equal opportunity to enjoy our public wildlife, or we hand control to a handful of wealthy landowners and outfitters to pick who gets to hunt. A bill pending in the state Legislature would allow unlimited elk “B” cow elk tags in some areas to residents, and give non-residents who draw a bull elk license a second cow elk tag, in addition to the one they’re already guaranteed based on a law passed a couple years...
Although many desserts make for a sweet ending to delicious meals, there's something so inviting about a moist and tender cobbler to add that yum factor. Cobbler consists of a fruit filling covered in a biscuit batter of sorts. When baked, the ingredients blend together to form a spoonable treat that is tender but with the right amount of bite. Enjoy this recipe for Peach Cobbler courtesy of Taste Better From Scratch and contributor Lauren Allen. INGREDIENTS 5 peaches, peeled, cored and sliced...
The Jefferson Valley Museum is offering a free program on Wednesday evening, February 19th, at 7 PM at the museum barn. Take a "walk" through the Whitehall cemetery while comfortably seated in a warm room. The program will cover the history given at the October cemetery walk with some additional information included. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about more than 30 past residents of the town and valley, some well-known and others few have heard about; all played a part in our...
Everyone is invited to an intergenerational (all-ages) BINGO and Soup Night at Trinity United Methodist (102 N. Brooke Street) on Wednesday, February 19th, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Join us for a bowl of soup and a time to connect and play bingo and other games. All are welcome, invited, and encouraged to attend this fun evening!...
The Whitehall Garden Club (WGC) has made excellent plans for the coming year. But before we get to business, let's re-drool; I mean, review the delightful breakfast brunch awaiting all members and guests. Hostesses Janet Finney and Karen Ranta presented a beautiful table of muffilicious muffins, at least five different varieties, beautifully arranged fruit platters, and a dish of candied orange slices, cinnamon hearts, and lots of chocolate Hershey's Kisses, all on a Valentine's Day motif. The...
Brandi and I are moving into our new office created within the Whitehall Community Library this week; please be patient if we need to look for things! It is a great office and the staff is very excited about all the changes in their space. Once crammed together and buried in my projects, they'll have a great, clean area to spread out in. We can all be organized and neat! If you happen to see John Smith, thank him for the wonderful donation, as he gave all the materials to build the office as a g...
FEBRUARY 9, 2000 The Whitehall Chamber’s mural committee plans to raise enough funds to complete eight new murals in the upcoming year. The Whitehall Lewis and Clark Murals Project, spearheaded by the Chamber, has planned an ambitious year in 2000. Although a significant amount of behind-the-scenes work is already underway, the first public demonstration of activity will come on May 6 with a community silent art auction. After hearing from students and parents during a Feb. 2 board meeting, t...
Blood pressure might not be something you think about often, but it plays a huge role in your overall health. Known as the “silent killer,” high blood pressure (or hypertension) can sneak up on you, leading to serious issues like heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems. Understanding your blood pressure and keeping it in check is crucial for staying healthy. Blood pressure is the force of your blood pushing against the walls of your arteries. It’s measured in two numbers: • Systolic pressure (the top number) measures the force when your he...
Valentine's Day is about expressing love for special people in your life. One way to do so is to pamper that person as much as possible. That can mean starting the day off with a delicious breakfast in bed. Muffins can be prepared in advance and are easy to enjoy in hand for a breakfast that involves lounging and love. "Blackberry Crunch Muffins" marry coffee cake and muffin elements and tart berries for something that is equal parts breakfast and dessert. What better idea for Valentine's Day?...
Lights, Camera, Action! Are you ready to experience the glitz and glamour of Hollywood right here in Whitehall, Montana? Get ready to roll out the red carpet and join us at the Whitehall Star Theatre on Sunday, March 2nd, at 4 PM for the most epic Oscars Party of the year, hosted by none other than Gold Junction Presents! Need a gown or suit for the big night? What about for the upcoming 2025 WHS prom? The Whitehall Ledger office has attire for all ages and sizes, with garments priced between $10 and $50! Funds made from the dresses go...
While the early months of the year are usually plagued with cold and nothing to do, that doesn't seem to be the case this year. When the weather dips below freezing this February and March, you can stay warm inside, not travel that far, AND have a great time at all of these upcoming activities! 2/5: Jefferson County Spelling Bee in Clancy, 6 PM 2/6: #TBThursday Movie: Must Love Dogs at Star Theatre, 7 PM 2/7: Boots & Bling Dance Lessons at Whitehall Community Center, 7:30 PM 2/8:Knights of...
Our Town 100+ Years Ago - February, Part I: This week the focus will be just on news from the February editions of the Jefferson Valley Zephyr. All are taken as written with some edited for length only. The photo is an ad that appeared in several February editions. News from around the state varied from murder to severe weather and a multitude of topics in between. Some of the headlines were: A HAMMER DID IT, Murder of Henry Dahlman at Boulder by a Man Known as Frank or "Cap" Carson; SEVENTEEN B...
Golden Sunlight Mine layoff results in 65 lost jobs. Over half of the laid-off employees are from the Whitehall area. Workers received notices starting Thursday, Jan 27, and by close of business on Jan 31, Golden Sunlight had gone from 163 full-time employees to 98 full-time employees. Employees who had lost their jobs received a severance package, which included eight weeks of salary plus two weeks of pay for every completed year worked at GSM. The Montana Department of Transportation plans to...
