Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
Sorted by date Results 1 - 25 of 3391
The beauty surrounding Whitehall is hard to ignore. With the Tobacco Root Mountains, the Highlands, and the Jefferson and Madison Rivers right out our backdoors, the Jefferson Valley has become a filmmaker's paradise. One of the most recent productions filmed right out Whitehall's doors will be shown, for free, at the Star Theatre beginning Thursday, July 11th at 7 PM. Whitehall non-profit Gold Junction Presents and the Montanan Film Commission bring this film series to you. INSP channel's Into...
ALL THE PRETTY LIGHTS FLASHING: The skies of Whitehall were all aglow on Thursday, July 4th. Laura McDonald caught the above photos featuring Whitehall's water tower, while Donna Weldon found beauty in singular firework explosions to the right....
8+ Years Ago - July, Part I: The front pages of the newspapers in July 1898 were filled with war stories. Young men from Montana who had signed up for military duty were writing letters home from camp. A train wreck in Mississippi killed four members of Col. Torrey's regiment of rough riders. Men were making good money mining in Southwest Montana, and some were losing their lives in mine accidents. A passenger ship near Sable Island in the North Atlantic was struck by an iron sailing ship and...
The Whitehall Rotary Club is sponsoring free admission to the Whitehall Community Pool on Saturday, July 20, 2024, during regular pool hours for the first 100 people who do not already hold a season pass for the facility. The club would like to encourage local residents and families to come and enjoy a little time at the pool. This is the first time the Whitehall Rotary Club has sponsored a free pool day, and if it is well received, we will look at sponsoring others in the future. The Whitehall Rotary Club meets on the first and second Tuesday...
Jefferson Valley Fine Art (JVFA) group is looking for exhibitors in fine art and photography for our annual show during Frontier Days in Whitehall, MT on July 26th and 27th! JVFA still has available space so contact us to showcase your talent during this well-attended event. Art check-in is Thursday, July 25, from 4 PM to 7 PM at the Borden’s conference room. Exhibit fee is $15 per artist and no commission is charged on sales. Artists receive 100% of the proceeds! Join the fun and be a part of an exciting weekend! Please contact Michele F...
The Whitehall Volunteer Fire Department will hold its annual Pancake Breakfast fundraiser at the fire hall on Saturday, July 27th from 6:30 AM to 10 AM. A dunk booth will also be available, as well as a Duck Race down Legion Avenue at 3 PM. Don’t miss the fun!...
The annual 4 Paws Rescue Frontier Days Fundraiser Raffle is pleased to announce its items for 2024. First prize is a painting print by local Sheridan artist Cheryl Gordon. Second prize is a quilt created by Rita Coonrod; third prize is a cat basket. Raffle tickets are now available with all proceeds going to provide medical care for 4 Paws animals. The drawing will be held on July 27th, near the end of Frontier Days. Contact Misty Hammerbacker (406) 439-1405 or Karen Burtch (406) 490-7085 for...
Bring your friends, bring your family - but specifically, search out new-to-Whitehall residents to share in this annual tradition! The Whitehall Chamber of Commerce will once again host its annual Frontier Days Community Appreciation BBQ on Thursday, July 25 at 6 PM at the Golden Sunlight Pavilion on Legion Park. This event is free of charge, but donations are greatly appreciated. The Chamber is currently seeking business sponsors for this event as well. “We want to specifically and formally invite all new-to-the-area residents and show them w...
Calling all competitors! Have we got some fun lined up for you! The Whitehall Chamber of Commerce and the Frontier Days Committee are excited to announce the 2nd Annual FRONTIER DAYS WORLD RECORD COMPETITION. We’ve taken world records and given them a Frontier Days spin! The showdown will happen Saturday, July 27th at 3 PM on the Main Street Green’s stage. Your task, if you choose to accept this challenge: Put together a team of four, see the challenges listed, and get practicing! Each team member will be responsible for three challenges, so pi...
The Whitehall High School Athletic Hall of Fame would like to announce the induction ceremony for the Class of 2023. This ceremony will be held on July 27th at 3 PM at the Whitehall Legion Center at 405 W Legion. The doors will open at 2:30 PM. The committee invites all to come and honor three individuals (Layne Glaus, Kerry Sacry, and Nels Nelson), one team (the 1983 Whitehall Renegades American Legion Baseball Team), and one couple (Doug and Arcylle Shaw) as contributors. founded in 2015, is dedicated to identifying and honoring the...
The next few weeks are going to be magical, literally! We have wizards, magicians, and, of course, the summer reading finale, all at the Whitehall Community Library. July Summer Reading Wednesdays will include Garon the Wizard on July 10th, Kyle the Magician on July 17th, a magical African Adventure on July 24th, and the magical treats, prizes, and surprises of the Summer Reading Finale on July 31st. These programs take place at 10:30 AM and are open to everyone. If your child is part of the school summer program, they can still come and claim...
This is the first of a series of articles about prevention services in Jefferson County. For the past decade-plus, the county has received federal prevention block grant funds to service the youth of Jefferson County to address substance use issues. It is apparent that, as a society, to change the current norms over the use of alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, and other drugs, we must continue to concentrate our efforts on the younger generations. Various activities and messaging have been provided...
Mountain lion hunters who are applying for a Limited Mountain Lion License need to apply online no later than 11:45 p.m. MDT on July 22, or at an FWP office no later than 5 p.m. on July 22. For those hunters who apply for a Limited Mountain Lion License and are not successful in drawing that license, they are not eligible to purchase an Unlimited Mountain Lion License. Unsuccessful Limited Mountain Lion License applicants are eligible to purchase an over-the-counter Restricted Mountain Lion License, which is valid during the archery-only and...
Watershed planning in the Jefferson River basin will have increased capacity thanks to the continued partnership between the Jefferson River Watershed Council (JRWC) and Montana Trout Unlimited (MTU). The United States Bureau of Reclamation (USBR) announced on July 2, 2024, that the partners received a $300,000 funding commitment over 3 years through the USBR’s Cooperative Watershed Management Program. “This funding will usher in a new era of watershed planning in the Jefferson basin. It provides the Jefferson River Watershed Council and Mon...
The Whitehall Rodeo Board is seeking sponsors for not one, but two, July rodeos! On July 19-20, Whitehall's first PRCA rodeo will hit the Whitehall Rodeo Grounds, followed the next weekend by the Bulls, Broncs, and Barrels series over Frontier Days, July 26-27. These events showcase the rich tradition of rodeo and provide thrilling entertainment for attendees of all ages. The Whitehall Rodeo Board is offering various sponsorship levels to accommodate the diverse needs and preferences of...
In summer, people can enjoy fresh fruit at farm stands, supermarkets, and other retailers. Many fruit trees, plants, and bushes are ready for harvest in the spring and summer, meaning there's no limit to the number of delicious recipes one can whip up with these sweet offerings. Peaches are a favorite ingredient in many different types of desserts, from cobblers to pies. But in this Fresh Peach Crumble Bar recipe, peaches are presented as a cross between a cake and a cookie. Enjoy this recipe,...
Into the Wild Frontier, an INSP channel documentary-style production filmed in and around Whitehall in 2021 will be shown, for free, at the Star Theatre on Thursdays beginning July 11th at 7 PM. Join members of the cast and crew beforehand as they discuss their time on the show. Watch two episodes per evening, where you will see your friends, family, and neighbors on the big screen. More details and episode descriptions next week!...
ADVERTISING: The Whitehall Ledger will put out its annual Frontier Days special section a week earlier than usual to capture the PRCA rodeo attendees interest as well. If you would like to advertise for the PRCA and/or Frontier Days, contact the Ledger at 406-287-5301 or whledger@gmail.com. Deadline for this special section is July 12th. CHAMBER BBQ SPONSORSHIP: The Chamber is looking for food and monetary sponsors for the annual community BBQ. Contact the Chamber at 406-287-2260 or...
The C&M Circus was a big hit with young and old with two showings on Thursday, June 27th. The event was a fundraiser for Whitehall Public Transportation and Liberty Place....
The C&M Circus was a big hit with young and old with two showings on Thursday, June 27th. The event was a fundraiser for Whitehall Public Transportation and Liberty Place....
Happy Fourth of July to everyone! The library will be closed on the fourth but open the rest of the week at regular hours. We will serve lunches on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday of this week, then back to the regular schedule on Monday, July 8th. Lunches are served free from 11 AM to 1 PM to anyone 18 and younger. On Wednesday, July 10th, at 10:30 AM, our favorite wizard will be back in the library! He will perform his magical scientific tricks for everyone and explain the science behind...
Johanna Gustavsen, a Whitehall resident since 1993, was hired as the town deputy clerk and started work in the town hall on June 29. Gustavsen, who brings 11 years of accounting experience to the job, was selected among eight candidates for the position. She replaced Valerie Anderson. Whitehall Reader of the Week was Michele Weldon. Michele, 21, will be attending MSU-Billings in the fall. Michele reads about 30 books annually and likes science fiction, fantasy, and historical fiction. She says...
Calling all competitors! Have we got some fun lined up for you! The Whitehall Chamber of Commerce and the Frontier Days Committee are excited to announce the 2nd Annual FRONTIER DAYS WORLD RECORD COMPETITION. We've taken world records and given them a Frontier Days spin! The showdown will happen Saturday, July 27th at 3 PM on the Main Street Green's stage. Your task, if you choose to accept this challenge: Put together a team of four, see the challenges listed, and get practicing! Each team...
Bring your friends, bring your family - but specifically, search out new-to-Whitehall residents to share in this annual tradition! The Whitehall Chamber of Commerce will once again host its annual Frontier Days Community Appreciation BBQ on Thursday, July 25 at 6 PM at the Golden Sunlight Pavilion on Legion Park. This event is free of charge, but donations are greatly appreciated. The Chamber is currently seeking business sponsors for this event as well. "We want to specifically and formally...
Jefferson Valley Fine Art (JVFA) group is looking for exhibitors in fine art and photography for our annual show during Frontier Days in Whitehall, MT on July 26th and 27th! JVFA still has available space so contact us to showcase your talent during this well-attended event. Art check-in is Thursday, July 25, from 4 PM to 7 PM at the Borden's conference room. Exhibit fee is $15 per artist and no commission is charged on sales. Artists receive 100% of the proceeds! Join the fun and be a part of...
