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Save Wild Trout Documents Troubling Algal Blooms on Big Hole, Jefferson and Boulder Rivers

Boulder · Boulder

Save Wild Trout Documents Troubling Algal Blooms on Big Hole, Jefferson and Boulder Rivers

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Brian Wheeler, director of Save Wild Trout, recently documented extensive algae blooms on the Big Hole, Jefferson and Boulder rivers. The organization counts nutrients pollution among the contributing factors.See the Story

Montana Grizzly cross country runner Luke Mest wins Tony Banovich 5K

Clancy · Clancy

Montana Grizzly cross country runner Luke Mest wins Tony Banovich 5K

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The Clancy runner, who now competes for the Grizzlies, won the race after finishing in second in both 2023 and 2024.See the Story

Snitch on Sitting Bull?

Whitehall · Whitehall

Snitch on Sitting Bull?

In 1863, one year before Montana became a territory, John Bozeman built a trail across Indian country to reach newly discovered gold fields. When Montana became a territory in 1864 through the Organic Act, one of the first acts of the territorial government was to pass a resolution to appropriate land that Native American tribes had called home for thousands of years. The Indian Wars between...Read Article

CONNECTING POINT: The Domino Effect

The effects of anger are overwhelmingly negative, creating physical, emotional, and spiritual issues. I’ve appreciated sitting with other Christians for several weeks to discuss the myth of righteous anger. We’ve mistakenly bought into this idea that somehow anger is good. Ultimately, discovering that God or Jesus is the only one who can have righteous anger. Too many people go through life holdin...Whitehall · Whitehall Read Article

Countdown to August's Jefferson County Fair Begins

The Jefferson County Fair Board has been busy again this year. The board has two major responsibilities: organizing the annual Jefferson County Fair and overseeing improvements in the Jefferson County Recreation Park and Fairground in Boulder. The Jefferson County Commissioners appoint the seven-member volunteer board. The 41st Annual Jefferson County Fair will be held August 21-24 at the...Whitehall · Whitehall Read Article

Roger Page McClure, 86

A memorial service honoring Roger McClure will be held at the Whitehall Cemetery on Saturday, June 28th, at 11 AM. The Whitehall VFW will perform a Military Service honoring Roger's commitment to his country, with additional reflections based upon Roger's faith and beliefs. Following the service, a Celebration of Life will be held at Roger's home, 111 North Division St. in...Whitehall · Whitehall Read Article

Clarification: Many Sites Being Considered for Women's Prison

The Montana Department of Corrections is evaluating sites for a new women’s correctional facility, including (but not limited to) Butte, Boulder, and Helena. The Montana Department of Corrections is evaluating any locations across Montana for a new women’s prison. While the department has held public meetings in Butte and other locations, the DOC has not made a firm commitment to any location. The...Whitehall · Whitehall Read Article

TOPS Installs New Officers

On June 16th the Whitehall TOPS group had there officer Installation. Beth Perdue is President, Kathy Ross is Vice President, Reporter and Contest Developer, Cheryl Ryan is Secretary and Treasurer and Florence Weyer is Weight Recorder. The theme for the installation was Anchors Aweigh, decorations included lighthouses, large conch shell, anchors among other things. A tasty light brunch of...Whitehall · Whitehall Read Article

Hoot-Owl Restrictions Until Conditions Improve

Hoot-owl restrictions went into effect last week on the upper Madison River above Hebgen Lake. These restrictions prohibit fishing from 2 PM to midnight each day and will stay in effect until conditions improve. To check for other restrictions, visit https://fwp.mt.gov/news/current-closures-restrictions/waterbody-closures. FWP’s drought policy provides for angling restrictions when flows drop belo...Whitehall · Whitehall Read Article

Just Ask Georgia: 6/25/2025

GEORGIA, I have a question, I (27F) got pregnant unexpectedly after a short relationship. The father isn’t involved, but I decided to keep the baby. My family has been supportive - except for my older sister (34F), who has been struggling with infertility for years. From the moment she found out I was pregnant, she kept making comments like, “It’s not fair that you get to be a mom when you’re not...Whitehall · Whitehall Read Article

Grit, Goats, and a Great Fight Scene...

When a group of creatives from Whitehall, Polson, and Butte teamed up to take on the Montana 48-Hour Film Project, they weren't sure what to expect - except a lack of sleep and a whole lot of caffeine. What they didn't anticipate was saving the snack table from wandering goats. That set the tone for an unforgettable weekend of writing, filming, editing, and bonding. The Whitehall-based...Whitehall · Whitehall Read Article