Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
Serving Southern Jefferson County in the Great State of Montana
Sorted by date Results 179 - 203 of 1331
Allegations of animal abuse, a puppy mill, and more have been made by Todd Preece against Michael and Roberta Coffey, who own property at 178 Ringing Rocks Road. The 100-acre property abuts Preece’s. Preece feels that the animals on the Coffey property are mistreated, malnourished and that the couple is “thumbing their nose” at the police. As of June 10, when Coffey moved the majority of their animals to the lower 12 acres next to Preece’s, Preece has made numerous complaints to authorities for barking dogs and mistreatment. Jefferson County...
The Whitehall Area Phone Book, brought to you by the Whitehall Chamber of Commerce and Whitehall Ledger is now available. Phone books may be picked up at the Whitehall Chamber office (501 N Whitehall St), Whitehall Ledger (405 W Legion), Jefferson Fresh Foods (2 Hwy 2 W), and other businesses in town. If you would like to obtain the phone book via a mailed copy, please contact the Ledger at 406-287-5301. The phone books were a long time coming - it's a sordid story that spans the course of the...
Around 2007, Whitehall Ledger owner Greg Corr began PUSH PENNIES. Meant to give those in need the extra "push" they need, donation boxes were placed at the grocery store, gas stations, and other local businesses in hopes that change would be donated. Corr would then round up the change, put it into its own bank account and, when a traveler or person in need came into Whitehall, he was there to assist. Before his untimely death in 2015, Corr's PUSH PENNIES helped dozens of travelers in need of a...
An open forum discussion with your local Montana Department of Revenue office will be held Tuesday, July 18, 2023, from 5 PM to 8 PM in the Whitehall City Courtroom at 2 North Whitehall Street. Virtual options are also available by visiting MTRevenue.gov/PADTownHalls for more information. This meeting will help property owners understand their property assessment notice and how it can affect their property taxes. The Department of Revenue mailed real property classifications and appraisal notices at the end of June. This notice does not serve...
Calling all competitors! Have we got some fun lined up for you! The Whitehall Chamber of Commerce and the Frontier Days Committee announce the First Annual FRONTIER DAYS WORLD RECORD COMPETITION. We've taken world records and given them a Frontier Days spin! The showdown will happen Saturday, July 29th at 4 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 pick your team...
On Saturday, July 1, 2023, 12-year-old Whitehall resident Lillian Schober graduated from the Civil Air Patrol Montana Wing Summer Encampment. This week-long event took place at Fort Harrison in Helena and is akin to a youth-based boot camp. During the week, Schober and over fifty other cadets developed leadership skills, investigated aerospace sciences and other related careers, committed to a habit of regular exercise, and solidified their moral character. They did this through regular uniform...
The Ledger Office will be closed from July 12 to July 14. Emails and Calls will not be returned during this time. The office will reopen Monday, July 17....
The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the discovery of human remains located in a remote area outside of Elk Park in Jefferson County. The remains were discovered by recreationists late Monday night, June 26. The cause and manner of death are under investigation with the assistance of the Montana Department of Justice, Division of Criminal Investigation. Agencies assisting with the incident include Elkhorn Search and Rescue, Jefferson Valley Search and Rescue, True North Search Dogs, the Butte-Silver Bow County Sheriff’s Off...
With Frontier Days just a month away, the Whitehall Recreation Complex Board is under a time crunch to get sponsors, donations, and the arena ready to roll for the Ranch Rodeo on July 29th. At the June Rec Board meeting, town clerk Kennedy Kleinsasser reported that, after just a few weeks of fundraising efforts, over $11,000 has been raised. Kleinsasser said that $12,000 in total is needed. Sponsors have until July 1st to contact the Town (406-287-3972) in order for the Town to get the needed banners ordered. Sponsorship levels are available...
It's tick season and we are in tick country! After the long, hard winter we've had here in Montana, you can vet that ticks are mighty hungry and are seeking a blood meal that they will happily take from a human. To learn more about these hardy creatures and how to stay safe when heading outdoors, come to Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park on Saturday, July 1 for a free program, "Tick Talk" at 8 PM at the campground amphitheater. For more information, call 406-287-3541 ext 9. The Park is located...
The Town of Whitehall was established in 1890 and it has been our mission to keep our little Town thriving since that time. Our goal is to keep Whitehall alive, and what better way to do that than by bringing people to our little Town to support local businesses? We are very excited to announce that the Town will be coordinating the Whitehall Frontier Days Ranch Rodeo in 2023. As all of you know, the Town of Whitehall Recreational Complex is solely run on our general tax base, leaving us with...
The Town of Whitehall was established in 1890 and it has been our mission to keep our little Town thriving since that time. Our goal is to keep Whitehall alive, and what better way to do that than by bringing people to our little Town to support local businesses? We are very excited to announce that the Town will be coordinating the Whitehall Frontier Days Ranch Rodeo in 2023. As all of you know, the Town of Whitehall Recreational Complex is solely run on our general tax base, leaving us with...
The Enchanted Forest Faire is quickly approaching, with gnome and fairy homes making their way to the Main Street Green this weekend for all to see. June 24th from 12 PM to 4 PM will be a day filled with wonder, enchantment, fairies, and gnomes... so prepare yourself for a beautiful day outdoors and set your schedule now. This event is brought to you by the Whimsical Wonders, Gold Junction Presents, and the Whitehall Chamber of Commerce. GNOME ROAM: Over two dozen gnomes have invaded Whitehall, courtesy of Bozeman's Random Acts of Silliness....
The Whitehall Ledger will have a special section in the July 26th Ledger for Frontier Days. Special rates are as follows: Rectangle (7"x3"): $75 Quarter page (11"x5"): $125 Half page (11" x 11"): $250 Full page (11"x 21"): $500 If you would like to advertise in this section, please contact the Ledger at 406-287-5301 or whledger@gmail.com....
Due to Independence Day falling on a Tuesday this year, the deadline to get into the July 5th Whitehall Ledger is Sunday, July 2nd by noon. The paper must be sent in by noon on Monday, July 3rd to hit the print deadline. Content/ads may be called in to 406-287-5301 or emailed to whledger@gmail.com. Apologies for any inconvenience....
Where might you find the golden gnome this week? There are oh so many places the gnomes have invaded! The Whitehall Chamber of Commerce, in cooperation with the Whimsical Wonders, has placed gnomes throughout many businesses in Whitehall in anticipation of Saturday's Enchanted Forest Faire. Your mission is to find the golden gnome, along with three of his other friends at other locations, snap selfie photos of yourself and the gnome, and send them to the Whitehall Chamber! Do this and you'll be...
The Whitehall Recreation Complex Board was presented a proposal for a Ranch Rodeo during Frontier Days by Town Clerk Kennedy Kleinsasser at the June meeting of the Board. The board was informed of negotiations between the town council and the Whitehall Saddle Club, spearheaded by Bill Lanes and Linda Jung. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) may be signed by both parties at the Tuesday, June 20 meeting of the Town Council, which would keep events rolling at the complex throughout the summer. The Town has been assured by the Whitehall Saddle...
THE GNOMES ARE COMING TO WHITEHALL, arriving at various locations on June 16 just in time for the Enchanted Forest Faire. Keep an eye or two open for this incredible invasion. Watch where they stop! Watch where they hang out and for fairy almighty be very wary of the GOLDEN GNOME! Cute little guy but very much a Gnome! The Whitehall Chamber has hidden several gnomes for a Gnome Roam throughout town - find all the gnomes in these locations (including the golden gnome), take a selfie with them,...
Whitehall's annual weekly event - the Whitehall Farmer's Market - will begin Saturday, June 17 in Legion Park. The market is open to all home-based businesses, community fundraising groups, and those with vintage or repurposed goods to sell. The Market will be held on Saturdays from 9 AM - 1 PM, starting June 17th and running through October, weather permitting. Vendor spaces are still only $5 a day, and those who are interested in participating are encouraged to call Bernice Nicholson at...
Local residents will have plenty of chances to find a hidden gem Saturday, June 17 during the annual Whitehall Community Garage Sale. Nearly two dozen sales will be happening throughout the Whitehall area! Need a map? Check out page 2! If you need another copy during the sales, maps will be available at the Whitehall Chamber kiosk, Thriftway, and the Whitehall Community Library. If you missed getting your sale on the map, contact the Whitehall Chamber and they will blast it out via social...
National Flag Day will be celebrated on June 14th as a day to honor the American flag. On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress proposed that the United States have a national flag instead of the British Union Jack. The resolution read: Resolved, that the flag of the United States be thirteen stripes, alternate red and white; that the union be thirteen stars, white in a blue field representing a new constellation. Then on June 14, 1877, the flag was flown from every government building in honor of the centennial of the adoption of a national...
Governor Greg Gianforte celebrated the groundbreaking of the Dvele modular home manufacturing plant in Butte, projected to create nearly 500 good-paying Montana jobs. Representing an $80 million investment by Dvele, the new facility will support the production of affordable workforce housing in Montana. “With our business-friendly environment, unmatched quality of life, and Montanans’ strong work ethic, Montana is emerging as a hub for innovative job creators like Dvele,” Gov. Gianforte said. “Dvele’s investment is fantastic news for Butte and...
Local residents will have plenty of chances to find a hidden gem Saturday, June 17 during the annual Whitehall Community Garage Sale. Get your garage sale on the map by June 12th by contacting the Whitehall Chamber of Commerce at whitehallmtchamber@gmail.com or 406-287-2260. The cost to be added to the map is $5. Gold Junction Presents is offering spaces to hold your garage sale on Main Street Green for $5 on June 17th. Contact Liz Pullman at 406-498-3807....
Whitehall Rock Hound group will have a field trip on June 12, led by local geologist Debbie Hanneman. The group will meet at 5 PM on June 12 at the Whitehall Community Library, and caravan out to the site in Pipestone. Anyone interested in learning about local geology is welcome to join us. All ages are welcome, though those under 18 must bring an adult guardian. Wear good footwear, and bring water and bug repellent. For more info, please contact the Whitehall Library at 406-287-3763....
Several great students surprised Principal Jason Slater with breakfast on the last day of school, Friday, June 2nd....
