Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
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Hunter success in southwest Montana has varied but remains close to long-term averages as the general hunting season reaches the half-way mark. Wildlife biologists with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks have operated several check stations on weekends during the general hunting season. Biologists use check stations to collect data on hunter participation and success, as well as the species, sex and age class of the animals harvested. This supplements data collected through hunter harvest phone...
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is considering potential updates to the 2009 Smith River State Park and River Corridor Recreation Management Plan. These potential updates are included in a draft environmental assessment (EA), which is available to the public for review and comment. More information on the management plan update, a copy of the EA and a link to submit comments can be found at fwp.mt.gov/stateparks/smith-river/management. Comments will be accepted through Dec. 15. The process of updating the 2009 Smith River Management Plan began...
Chronic wasting disease (CWD) was recently detected in a mule deer buck that was euthanized within Baker city limits in Hunting District 705 by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks officials on Oct. 27. FWP officials collected the deer after residents reported the buck was acting lethargic and was visibly emaciated and had droopy ears, which are classic symptoms of the disease. Earlier this week the initial test came back positive for CWD and the results of the second, confirmation test should be available next week. “We are awaiting a second test t...
We're excited to tell you about our "Visions of Chief Plenty Coups Documentary Project." Our project aims to showcase a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to tell the story of Chief Plenty Coups and his role in the inaugural ceremony of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia honoring those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. On November 9th, The Chief Plenty Coups Honor Guard from Pryor, MT, traveled to Arlington, VA, to participate in the 100th-anniversary...
In September, bovine tuberculosis (bTB) was discovered in a herd of cattle in northern Blaine County and then later in Phillips County. Bovine TB is a contagious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium bovis and primarily affects cattle. The disease can be transmitted to nearly any mammal, including humans. The Montana Department of Livestock (DOL) is the lead agency for the investigation into this finding and any epidemiologically linked cattle herds. To date, bTB has not been detected in any additional cattle herds or in wildlife in the...
And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?” And I said, “Here am I Lord. Send me!” Isaiah 6:8 Veterans Day is about remembrance. A day to ponder the service and sacrifice of the men and women who said, “send me!” To honor those who set aside their own civil liberty, comfort, security, and for many, their lives…to unselfishly heed a higher calling. But who are these veterans? Our veterans are visible and invisible. Known and unknown. Each Veterans Day...
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2021 08:59:24 Death: Whitetail Rd 11:16:01 911 Hang Up: W Second St 13:14:24 Civil: Tatanka Trl 13:39:23 Civil: N Tartan St 13:41:44 Civil: Kelly Rd 14:02:59 Civil: Silver Sage Rd 14:04:10 Littering: E First St 14:05:53 Civil: Hanson Ln 14:09:20 Motor Vehicle 17:55:57 Motor Vehicle: I-90 19:09:19 Traffic Offense: Hwy 41 NB 19:23:11 Medical: Old Stagecoach 21:28:30 Medical: Piedmont Rd 22:57:39 Missing Person 23:16:30 911 Misdial MONDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2021 09:34:19 Medical: Skyline Dr 09:57:20 Abandoned Vehicle: Hwy 2 E...
The Montana Public Service Commission alerts natural gas customers that heating costs will be higher than last winter. Actions taken now can help Montanans manage higher bills. The delivery rates for natural gas service from companies regulated by the Montana PSC are not changing. However, the price of natural gas itself is driven by market conditions and the cost of natural gas is forecast to be higher due to increased global demand, coupled with limited natural gas production and inventory. “Montana’s regulated natural gas utilities, inc...
A female Montana Army National Guard Soldier graduated from the U.S. Army Sniper Course at Fort Benning, Ga on Nov. 5, becoming the first woman in history to complete the course. At this time, the military is not identifying this Soldier by name. “We are extremely proud of this Soldier’s achievement and recognize that this is a milestone for not only Montana, but the entire National Guard and Army,” said Maj. Gen. J. Peter Hronek, the Adjutant General for Montana. “This Soldier had to volunteer several times to reach this goal, which is a demon...
During this year’s season of hope and giving, Wreaths Across America Radio (WAAR) invites our troops from across the country and overseas, as well as their loved ones at home, to send a holiday greeting to one another in the form of an internet radio greeting. We call this the “Remembrance Ring” program. The “Remembrance Ring” provides American military families the opportunity to extend holiday greetings and thanks to service members and veterans through Wreaths Across America Radio. Wreaths Across America Radio is a stream you can listen to...
What if you were in an accident and were in intensive care for several weeks? What if you got COVID-19 and spent time in the hospital? Who would manage your finances while you were getting well? Who would protect the assets you have worked so hard to accumulate? A financial Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal tool that could help, said Kaleena Miller, MSU Madison-Jefferson Extension Agent. Montanans Marge and Jack have each executed a POA and have shared their reasons for doing so. Marge, age 79, is aware she becomes stressed when faced with...
The Governor’s Office of Community Service, Reach Higher Montana, and Montana Campus Compact are pleased to announce applications are now being accepted for the 2022 Youth Serve Montana Scholarship. The Youth Serve Montana Scholarship was created to promote volunteerism among high school students. Funds are available through support from Montana Campus Compact, a network of Montana campuses committed to community service; Reach Higher Montana, a nonprofit dedicated to helping students pursue and fund post-secondary education; and the G...
November is National Scholarship Month, and nonprofit Reach Higher Montana is celebrating all month long with its annual Stick with Scholarships Campaign. The campaign encourages students to place a student-designed Reach Higher Montana sticker on an appropriate surface, such as a water bottle or book cover, snap a photo, and share it on Facebook or Instagram feed, tag us and follow our page. All participating students will be entered into a random drawing for six $500 scholarships. All high school counselors have received a supply of stickers...
The Whitehall Community Library is very much in the news this month. If you would like to see the three different stories our friends at KXLF (CBS) have posted about our various programs and events, just go to their website at: https://www.kxlf.com/search?q=Whitehall+Community+Library to see interviews with local students, children and more. The library will be closed on November 11th for Veterans Day and then on November 25th and 26th for Thanksgiving. We will be open regular hours during the...
NOVEMBER 14, 1996 It may not yet be time to start singing “Jingle Bells,” but it is time to start thinking about how to make the holidays brighter for your neighbors in need. Whitehall area charitable organizations are kicking into full gear, preparing for the holiday season. The Whitehall Coats for Kids drive is on, the LDS Church is getting ready for a turkey dinner and a local business is sponsoring a food drive, both to raise food for the food pantry; the Headwaters Chapter of Hunters against Hunger is collecting food; and the Whi...
High Honor: 3.5-4.0 GPA SENIORS: Madison Austin, Steven Baceski, Haley Briggs, Camryn Contreras, Avrey Coombe, Marissa Ellison, Judith Engler, Connor Graham, Keara Hugulet, Justin Kuehl Dallon Lanes, Brendan Wagner, Lane Wagner, and Kaden Weber. JUNIORS: Jasmine Bourbanis-Carter, Lane Chase, Nick Denny, Remington Frankenstein, Maxine Hoagland, Miles Hoerauf, Dane Hoover, Makinzie Howlett, Michael Reiff, Leo Scafani, Emily Smith, Kolin Smith, Addison Sullivan, Gavin Watson, Eleni Vizzutti, and Lita Wetherelt. SOPHOMORES: Ashlyn Alley, Wesley...
The Ruby Valley Medical Center welcomes our newest healthcare provider, Frances Lewis, APRN, FNP-C. Frances is a nurse practitioner seeing patients in our Twin Bridges clinic from Monday through Thursday. While Frances is interested in all aspects of medical treatment and caring for patients, she particularly enjoys women’s healthcare and pediatrics. Frances received her Bachelor of Science degree in neuroscience from Hamilton University in Clinton, New York. She earned her Bachelor of S...
Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming (GSMW) is more than half way to its goal of taking Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) experiences on the road to girls, K-12. Through grants and additional sponsorships, GSMW has raised 67% of its goal for a cargo style van that will be outfitted to store and deliver a myriad of technology, resources and experiences. Briana Rickman, Director of Fund Development for GSMW, hopes folks will consider supporting the Mobile STEM Learning Center when it comes to choosing where to direct their...
The holiday season is right around the corner, and that means cooking and baking to accommodate home entertaining and gifting is about to pick up. It is customary to bring a host or hostess gift when visiting a friend or loved one, and a dessert that appeals to all ages can certainly fit the bill. Even though cakes and cookies may be the norm, people may want to think outside the box for something unique, but equally tasty. Banana pudding often wins rave reviews. Anyone who loves the sweet...
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 11 5:00PM PBS NEWSHOUR 6:00PM THIS OLD HOUSE 6:30PM ASK THIS OLD HOUSE 7:00PM CALL THE MIDWIFE PT 6 8:00PM PBS NEWSHOUR 9:00PM AMANPOUR & COMPANY 10:00PM THIS OLD HOUSE 10:30PM ASK THIS OLD HOUSE 11:00PM FINDING YOUR ROOTS: THE NEW WORLD FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 12 5:00PM PBS NEWSHOUR 6:00PM WASHINGTON WEEK 6:30PM FIRING LINE 7:00PM MOLLY OF DENALI 7:30PM DINING WITH THE CHEF 8:00PM PBS NEWSHOUR 9:00PM AMANPOUR & COMPANY 10:00PM WASHINGTON WEEK 10:30PM FIRING LINE 11:00PM GREAT PERFORMANCES: JOHN WILLIAMS PREMIERE AT TANGLEWOOD...
At its Oct. 28 meeting, the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission proposed to repeal two administrative rules regarding the recreational use of the Madison River. On Dec. 24, 2020, the commission adopted the Madison River Recreation Management Rules. One of the rules creates walk/wade sections on the Madison River. A second rule provides for rest rotation sections on the river. These rules would have been implemented Jan. 1, 2022. Another rule established a Madison River work group with the charge to make recommendations on the Madison River...
In August, the Fish and Wildlife Commission adopted several changes to the 2021/2022 wolf hunting and trapping regulations. Changes include eliminating quotas, increasing the number of wolf trapping and hunting licenses allowed for individual hunters, extending wolf trapping seasons and the allowance of snares to harvest wolves. The changes also specified that hunters are allowed to purchase and possess 10 wolf hunting licenses – a separate license for each wolf they harvest – and trappers are allowed a bag limit of 10 wolves. This means an...
The Grand Canyon boating community — devoted to each other and to the Colorado River — was shocked to learn this fall that we’d lost two of our own. Former river guides and rangers Mark O’Neill, 67, of Chimacum, Washington, and Kim Crumbo, 74, of Odgen, Utah, didn’t return home from a Sept. 13-17 canoe-packing trip in Yellowstone National Park. Then on Sept. 20, Mark’s body and the boat were found on the shore of Shoshone Lake. He’d succumbed to hypothermia. Kim remains missing. We who guided in the canyon with both men, sharing our intimate...
Council Grove is home to some beautiful old-growth ponderosa pines. These pines are capable of growing well over 200 feet tall and attract several different species of birds. Visitors to Council Grove State Park will find walk-in access to the Clark Fork River for various outdoor recreation pursuits. A deeply eroded, bowl-shaped bank on a Clark Fork channel has become a popular beach area in the summer. The park is very popular with dog walkers. With nearly a mile and half of river frontage,...
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 31 00:29 Traffic Stop: E Legion St 04:24 Motor Vehicle 08:23 911 Hang Up: Hanson Ln 10:00 Animal: Hwy 41 10:03 Civil Standby: Robbins Ln 11:53 Reckless Driver: I-90 12:30 Reckless Driver: I-90 12:58 Suspicious: Piedmont Pond 15:29 911 Open Line: I-90 18:20 911 Hang Up 19:24 Assist: N Main St 20:24 Traffic Offense: I-90 WB 21:05 Animal MONDAY, NOVEMBER 1 07:47 Medical Alarm: Leppala Ln 09:34 Neighbor Dispute: E Legion 10:51 Traffic Stop: N Whitehall St 10:59 Traffic Stop: I-90 12:19 VIN Inspection: Curlew Ln 14:04 911 Misdial...
